"The Park community means a lot to me. When I was little, I would always hear people talk about the Park community but I was never quite sure what they really meant. As I have gotten older, I have realized how special it is." -Evan Wiese '25 “Never, ever one doubt!” Cheryl said. “I have thought about their commencement day and having the opportunity to present them with their diplomas since they walked into the Bungalow as three year olds with oversized backpacks.” Amy added, “The more time we spent here, Park became more and more a part of our lives. Maddie and Evan both felt like they had a place here. Our whole family fell in love with the community and the thought of leaving was never something that crossed our mind. It is where my children have been safe. Like their own home, they could take risks at Park and know they were safe." “Being surrounded by kind faculty, students, and families makes coming to work everyday a joyful experience. Whether I’m teaching during the day, at a soccer game, or a school event, I know that I am with others who share the same core values and embrace the school’s mission, and for me that offers a sense of comfort,” Cheryl said. Fortunately for the Park community and future students, Amy and Cheryl aren’t planning to leave their teaching posts at Park after Evan and Noah graduate in June 2025. Their commitment to the school runs deep, as does their belief in Park’s mission and the school’s ability to provide a world-class education. “Park is engaging and developmental. Park is the whole package. The families who choose to send their children to Park are not only investing in their child’s education, they are also becoming a part of a warm and welcoming community,” Amy said. And the impact of Park education isn’t lost on soon-to-be graduates Evan and Noah, either. “The Park community to me means home," Noah said. "This community is a place where you feel like you have a part to play. It is a place where you create strong relationships with not only other students, but teachers as well. It has been the greatest honor to represent this school academically and athletically, and to be a participatory member of the community. My character has truly been impacted by the members of the school, and I hope I have left an impact of some kind in return." Evan echoed his cousin’s sentiments: “This place is extremely special. You can approach a teacher at any time throughout the day, and they will always be happy to help you. You also form very good relationships with your teachers, which makes it easier to learn and more fun to learn. This makes Park so unique and is something that you wouldn't get at another school.” By the time this article is published, the Class of 2025 will have less than six months left as students at Park. The students that make up the class are extremely special, embodying Park’s core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and kindness. It is because of them, and all the students at Park, that our community is so welcoming, so close-knit. While we look forward to celebrating their accomplishments when they graduate, they will be missed as a daily presence on campus! “I will terribly miss seeing them on campus!" said Cheryl. "I loved the times when I could catch a glimpse of my boys on campus, hanging and laughing with friends. The year when Jack, Noah, and Evan all played on the varsity soccer team was a memorable year, and it holds a special place in my heart. I know that because of Park, my children are compassionate, criticalthinking, problem-solving citizens of a larger community. I hope Park continues to do that for children for many, many years to come." Amy echoes Cheryl’s emotions in preparing for her youngest to graduate. “I am not ready for this one. I will miss seeing them on campus everyday. I will miss going to a whole school event and looking for them. I will miss driving to and from school and hearing about their day. But while I will miss seeing them, I know that they are ready for whatever future they encounter.” Evan will be attending the University of Buffalo Honors Program in Fall 2025 where he plans to major in business. Noah is still receiving college acceptance letters and has yet to make his decision. We are grateful for their contributions to Park and wish them the best of luck in the future!
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