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Darryl reflects on his journey from a nervous freshman at Brookfield Academy to a purpose-driven adult. At first, the school’s Five Stars held little meaning; but over time, especially after graduation, they became a guiding framework centered on service, integrity, and impact.
A pivotal moment came on Darryl's first day, when a welcoming gesture from Dr. Davis transformed feelings of fear into belonging. This experience shaped his belief that purpose begins with serving others through kindness and support.
Throughout a career in the nonprofit, financial, and technology sectors, Darryl emphasizes that true success lies not in titles, but in making a positive difference in people’s lives. The piece concludes with gratitude toward mentors and a hope that future members of the Brookfield Academy community will continue to embrace service as the foundation of purpose.
Read the full article here.
~ Darryl Covington
Brookfield Academy Class of 1998
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Class of 2004
Cardinal Stritch University Class of 2007
| A Five Star Day to Remember | |
The Five Star Seminar on March 13 was a tremendous success, bringing together students and alumni for a morning filled with insight and inspiration. Our Upper School students had the opportunity to hear from an outstanding lineup of speakers, many of them Brookfield Academy alumni, who shared how the Five Stars have guided their paths beyond campus and into their professional and personal lives.
Just as meaningful as the program itself was alumni reconnecting, sharing stories, and picking up right where they left off. In fact, the enthusiasm carried into the evening, when a group of alumni from the nineties gathered once again at The Elbow Room down the road, owned by Jake Dehne '95.
Events like the Five Star Seminar are a powerful reminder that the Brookfield Academy community extends far beyond graduation day, continuing to connect and inspire across generations.
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STEFAN ROMERO '15
From Georgia to Patriots Hall! Stefan was one of the alumni speakers who returned to campus to connect with students.
During his visit, we snagged a photo of him with his artwork, which is on display in the Alumni Art Gallery. Talk about a trip down Memory Lane!
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GRADUATION
Saturday, May 16, 2026
2 pm
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We are proud to welcome Tom Davis '71 as the Class of 2026 commencement speaker, a distinguished alumnus whose journey is deeply rooted in the earliest days of Brookfield Academy.
The son of Walter and Betty Davis, Tom began at the Academy of Basic Education (ABE) in 1962 as a fourth grader in a class of just six students. He later graduated as a member of BA’s very first senior class in 1971, helping to lay the groundwork for the generations of graduates who have followed.
After earning his degree from Rice University, Tom built a successful 24-year career with Grede Foundries. He later completed his MBA at Wichita State University and went on to serve as Headmaster of Wichita Collegiate School.
Throughout his career, Tom has remained deeply engaged in service, contributing his leadership to numerous church, community, professional, and nonprofit boards.
Tom and his wife, Debi, are proud parents of four children and grandparents to 14 grandchildren. A strong believer in faith, freedom, and family, Tom exemplifies the values that continue to define Brookfield Academy. We look forward to the perspective and encouragement he will share with the Class of 2026.
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RICK ANDRITSCH '87
Rick was installed as National President of the Associated General Contractors of America at their annual convention in March. This is an incredible achievement and a testament to the leadership cultivated at BA.
We are proud to see Rick making meaningful contributions on the national stage. The Milwaukee Business Journal highlights Rick's journey to the top in this article.
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MATTHEW UNDERHILL '22
He did it AGAIN?! Matthew has earned his FOURTH All-American title in NCAA Men’s Gymnastics at Penn State, an accomplishment achieved by only a select group of Division I athletes nationwide.
Earning All-America honors once is a significant achievement. Reaching this milestone four times speaks to an extraordinary level of discipline, resilience, and sustained excellence.
Matthew’s success reflects not only athletic talent, but the mindset required for long-term achievement, focus, consistency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
We look forward to seeing where his talents take him next.
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HENA ALLAQABAND '23
BA students took a Spring Break trip to Spain. Hena “just happens” to be studying abroad and became the group’s unofficial tour guide, translator, and local celebrity.
Proof that our alums are taking on the world, and we are just lucky enough to run into them!
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GENEVIEVE KOPP '21 AND JULIANNA INNIS '25
Over spring break, Mrs. Buckley welcomed Genevieve and Julianna to campus to help current students install the first phase of the Upper School Art Show. Thank you for lending your time and talents!
Alumni, prepare to be impressed… BA’s Art Program has come a long way from the basement of Founders Hall. We have officially upgraded from “cozy and creative” to full studios and even an Alumni Art Gallery.
Trust us, you will want to see this transformation for yourself - come to the Art Show on Thursday, April 16, from 6-8 pm!
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SARAH KAPUSTIN
Former BA student, Sarah, lives in Amsterdam and continues to make waves with her music. In 2025, she marked her 40th anniversary of playing the violin, and she celebrated in a big way! Throughout last year, Sarah released live video recordings of all six solo violin works by Bach, recorded in six different locations in the Netherlands.
The sixth and final release of the Sonata No. 3 in C Major was on December 10, 2025. Click here for a behind-the-scenes look into the process of creating the six-film series Bach (De)constructed.
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ALL WITHIN A MONTH?!
Meera (Sheth) Eppli, Alice (Smialek) Geoffrion, Lori (Weisflog) Kaari, Mona (Krieger '88) Zignego & Sara Ramaker in Italy
Meera and Scott Krizek in Italy
Peter Grossman & Terry Pruit in Seattle
Meera & Alice in London
No reunions needed, they just accidentally meet in different countries!
| | The Celebrity Knights Dinner Auction shines brightest thanks to the support of our alumni and alumni parents. Step onto the Red Carpet with us! Your generous sponsorships make this evening possible, and we are proud to celebrate both the event and the dedication of our alumni families. | | |
There are several opportunities to participate in Celebrity Knights, whether in-person or from afar.
Alumni interested in a special ticket rate are welcome to contact the Advancement Office for more information.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026
GRADUATION
Fields of Freedom
3215 N. Brookfield Rd.
We look forward to welcoming at least half of the Class of 1976 for their 50th!
If you have not yet done so and are planning to join, please email Linda Pryor and let her know you are coming.
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June 1 - July 24
Now Accepting Tiny Humans
Calling all alumni parents! Is your little one ready to take their first big leap into the world of K4 or K5? BA's Discovery Camp is the perfect launchpad. With seven action-packed sessions, your child can dive into one, two, or go for the full “I-know-everything-now” experience.
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Saturday, June 27, 2026
ALUMNI REUNION COOKOUT
Fields of Freedom
Save the Date!
Join us for a summer cookout celebrating our alumni and their families. More details are on the way!
We will also honor milestone reunions for classes ending in 1 and 6—whether it’s your 5th, 10th, 15th, or beyond, we’re excited to celebrate with you.
Want to help make this first summer reunion memorable? You can pitch in by connecting with classmates, spreading the word, or hosting a casual pre-event gathering like a golf outing, happy hour, or pickleball. Every bit of involvement adds to the fun.
We can’t wait to celebrate together in June!
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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
ALUMNI COMMITTEE MEETING
6:00 pm
Founders Hall Washington Room
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Friday, December 23, 2026
ANNUAL ALUMNI CHRISTMAS PARTY
Downtown Milwaukee?
Wauwatosa?
We want to hear from you! Please click the button below and provide input on the party location.
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Friday, January 30, 2027
SATELLITE ALUMNI GATHERING
New York City, NY
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Exciting early-stage opportunity from a BA Parent
DistrictIQ is hiring a full-time Founding Product Engineer to help build an AI platform that transforms messy public-sector data, like board documents and capital planning materials, into early market intelligence. The company is already live with customers nationwide and growing quickly.
This is a hands-on role spanning Python pipelines, data scraping, OCR, LLM workflows, and React product work. The position offers significant ownership and close collaboration with the hiring BA parent.
If you are interested or know of a fellow alum who might be a great fit, you are encouraged to apply or reach out.
Job description: DistrictIQ Founding Engineer
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