Contributed by Marla Taylor
PA Reunion Weekend only comes once a year and it is one Saturday that I don’t mind working. Now that I have been at the Peabody for over 16 years (gasp!), I am privileged to have forged connections with dozens of students over the years and I really love seeing them return as alumni.
For anyone who doesn’t know, the Peabody Institute has long been a part of the Phillips Academy work duty program. PA students are required to do some type of work on campus during their time as part of their education. The Peabody has been one of those work venues for about 20 years now. While time requirements for work duty have shifted over the years, this has long been an important link between the Peabody and students. Running the work duty program was a primary focus of mine for 8-10 years and I really enjoyed getting to know the students.
Now, some of those students come back as adults and share their memories with me. Being a part of their PA experience and leaving any type of impact on them is truly one of the best parts of my job. I look forward to many more opportunities to connect!
The Peabody 
Hey Marla,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Reunion Weekend. It’s awesome to hear how much you value reconnecting with former students and seeing the impact you’ve had on their lives. Your dedication to the Peabody and its work duty program really shines through. Keep making those meaningful connections!
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