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A Decade Later: How One Surprise Visit Still Shapes the Way I Support Students
Today I turn twenty eight. That number still surprises me. It means that the moment I am writing about now happened almost exactly a decade ago, during my junior year at Brehm Preparatory School. Yet it remains one of the clearest memories I carry into my work as an educator. When I turned eighteen, something…
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Between the Court and the Classroom: A Conversation with J. Andrew Waugh, M.S.Ed.; ILC
Introduction by Jacqueline DanielleYou know when someone just gets it? That is Andrew Waugh. I met him at Brehm during a summer program, and even then he carried a notebook of ideas that would eventually become Beyond the Bell. He is reflective beyond his years, dry in his humor, competitive on the court and course,…
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Looking Back, Moving Forward: My Path from Tallulah Falls to Brewster Academy
As I reflect on my first year at Tallulah Falls School in the role of Chairman of Student Activities and Weekend Programming and Residential Life Coordinator, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude and pride. This year has been an incredible journey of growth, learning, and connection with students, faculty, and staff alike.…
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Welcoming Jacqueline Danielle to Beyond the Bell!
I am beyond excited to welcome Jacqueline Danielle to Beyond the Bell Blog & Consulting as our new Director of Strategic Partnerships. Jacqueline’s expertise in education consulting, leadership development, and student success will be a key asset to our team as we continue to grow and support schools, educators, and students. This moment is especially…
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Biography
Welcome to Beyond the Bell! I’m J. Andrew Waugh, an educator, college counselor, and passionate advocate for helping students unlock their full potential. This blog is inspired by my own journey, which began in boarding school as a young student navigating both academic and personal challenges. Like many, I struggled to find my footing in…