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Jian "Jim" Wang P'25

Before we sent our daughter to Pennington, our two nephews had already experienced the transformative power of a Pennington education; they graduated in 2015 and 2016. Their journeys, which began in Shanghai, China, where they were merely average students, paint a vivid picture of the potent influence Pennington wields.

The two boys, with contrasting personalities, each found themselves nurtured and changed in surprising and important ways. My elder nephew, naturally sociable but struggling with academic confidence, grew to trust his intellectual abilities. His brother, who was initially shy and introverted but academically self-assured, developed social skills and leadership qualities. This transformation was enabled by Pennington's supportive community of teachers and students.

Every educator at Pennington played a pivotal role in their development. Some, like Mr. Len Leib, formed bonds that extended well beyond the classroom; he even served as a witness at my younger nephew's wedding years after his graduation. The strong foundation built at Pennington propelled both of our nephews to Columbia University, where they flourished further. Now they are ardent advocates for The Pennington School, having convinced a family friend's daughter from Shanghai, Grace, to embark on her own journey at Pennington. She, too, has become another testament to Pennington's successful educational model.

Our daughter's journey at Pennington further attests to the nurturing environment that sets this school apart. After attending two other private institutions in New Jersey, she found Pennington to be unmatched in its capacity to foster confidence, leadership, academic success, and strong friendships with peers and faculty.

Without a doubt, Pennington has our heartfelt affection and deepest gratitude!