USNA Volunteer Spotlight: John Sullivan
Cheers to John Sullivan and Dads' Alliance, our stars of the month. Meet the leader of the group of men committed to supporting USN, and discover what motivates him to volunteer with this dynamic group.
By Melanie Block, USNA Volunteer Coordinator
This month, our spotlight is shining brightly on Dads' Alliance and its leader, John Sullivan. Dads' Alliance extends a warm welcome to all fathers at USN, emphasizing community, service, and camaraderie. This dedicated group plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing various events at USN and contributes significantly to the vibrant spirit of the USNA community. Whether it's lending a hand at Artclectic, flipping burgers at Fall Fest, or bringing the hype to Spirit Night, Dads' Alliance is in the mix, making sure everyone is having fun. Big kudos to these folks for making our events top-notch.
Sullivan has been an active member of Dads' Alliance for two years and has served as the leader since the start of the school year. He credits Dads' Alliance with helping to provide a sense of connection to USN.
"We started at USN during COVID, so there were no group activities, and everyone was masked. It really slowed getting to know fellow parents. Dads' Alliance has been a great way to meet other dads, support school activities, and hang out and talk," he said.
Sullivan appreciates the pervasive positivity and general goodwill at USN that has welcomed his family since day one. Reflecting on his decision to volunteer, he considers the how quickly time flew by with his older children and feels fortunate to experience parenthood for the third time.
His golden nugget of advice? "Make every effort to be involved. Your kids will lovingly remember your involvement."
Outside of the Dads' Alliance and USN, Sullivan and his wife Amy are the ultimate sports parents. Their son Mason '32 plays baseball and basketball. Attending Mason's games is a priority, and they're also enthusiastic supporters of the Preds.
Sullivan has an invitation to all the USN dads out there: "Come see what you’re missing!" The Dads Alliance gathers every second Tuesday of the month in the Gordon Multipurpose Room.
A big thanks to Sullivan and the Dads' Alliance crew for all that you do to make USN an awesome place to be.
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This month, our spotlight is shining brightly on Dads' Alliance and its leader, John Sullivan. Dads' Alliance extends a warm welcome to all fathers at USN, emphasizing community, service, and camaraderie. This dedicated group plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing various events at USN and contributes significantly to the vibrant spirit of the USNA community. Whether it's lending a hand at Artclectic, flipping burgers at Fall Fest, or bringing the hype to Spirit Night, Dads' Alliance is in the mix, making sure everyone is having fun. Big kudos to these folks for making our events top-notch.
Sullivan has been an active member of Dads' Alliance for two years and has served as the leader since the start of the school year. He credits Dads' Alliance with helping to provide a sense of connection to USN.
"We started at USN during COVID, so there were no group activities, and everyone was masked. It really slowed getting to know fellow parents. Dads' Alliance has been a great way to meet other dads, support school activities, and hang out and talk," he said.
Sullivan appreciates the pervasive positivity and general goodwill at USN that has welcomed his family since day one. Reflecting on his decision to volunteer, he considers the how quickly time flew by with his older children and feels fortunate to experience parenthood for the third time.
His golden nugget of advice? "Make every effort to be involved. Your kids will lovingly remember your involvement."
Outside of the Dads' Alliance and USN, Sullivan and his wife Amy are the ultimate sports parents. Their son Mason '32 plays baseball and basketball. Attending Mason's games is a priority, and they're also enthusiastic supporters of the Preds.
Sullivan has an invitation to all the USN dads out there: "Come see what you’re missing!" The Dads Alliance gathers every second Tuesday of the month in the Gordon Multipurpose Room.
A big thanks to Sullivan and the Dads' Alliance crew for all that you do to make USN an awesome place to be.
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Spring sports season ends with podium finishes, trophies
The girls lacrosse team ended its season in overtime to become state runner-up. Tennis players Carter Kojetin '29 finished as a state quarterfinalist, Sophie Oliver '26 and Mary Kate Adler '28 finished as state semifinalists, and Veer Kodali '29 and Max Parker '29 finished as state champions. Meanwhile, eight runners competed at the state track and field meet in Knoxville, where Griffin Davidson '27, Caleb Freifeld '28, Drew Zwerner '28, and Jack Fruin '27, sprinted to first in the 4x800m relay and Jack also placed first in the 800m dash.Read More -
USN creates the Juliet Douglas Endowed Fund for Student Success
For the entire USN community: an invitation to give in gratitude, in celebration, and in honor of the woman who has given so much to our school. Make a gift at usn.org/giving to support students with needs beyond tuition and honor Interim Director Juliet Douglas.Read More -
Middle School Quiz Bowl competes at national championship
The Middle School Quiz Bowl finished off another successful season with a trip to the Middle School National Championship Tournament in Chicago. The team fought hard and ended the season as a top-100 program in the country, finishing 75th overall. Congratulations to the team on a great performance and to Lucas Lupu ’31, named an All Star for being the fifth-highest scorer nationwide.Read More
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Fax: 615-321-0889
Email: info@usn.org
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