bright bold next campaign
The naming of the James T. Berylson Field and the Class of 2022 Field recognizes the special generosity of these donors, including Class of 2022 parents through their Senior Parents Gift. The two new turf fields at the Grove Street campus are being used for practices and home games by Middle and Upper School football and soccer teams in the fall, and softball and lacrosse teams in the spring.
The Grove Street Campus is also used for community events such as Homecoming, Friday Knight Lights, Middle School Field Day, the Upper School Softball Homerun Derby, and Alumni Soccer game. Grove Street has become a hub of school spirit and community connection, where students, families, and alumni come together to celebrate traditions, showcase talent, and create lasting memories. Whether under the stadium lights on a crisp fall evening or cheering on classmates in friendly competition, the campus fosters a sense of belonging and pride that extends beyond the playing fields.
Through a partnership with the City of Watertown, BB&N also has the use of two adjacent fields at Watertown’s Filippello Park during the school year, and the city is able to use BB&N’s Grove Street fields on weekends and during the summer. The addition of the Grove Street fields has made it possible for BB&N students to practice on campus and be home in time for dinner with their families.
“Grove has already made such a significant impact on our student-athletes and community, providing BB&N with the ability to utilize the ideal practice time slots on incredible surfaces for more teams, even in the rain,” said Jaye Locke, Director of Athletics. “We strive to give our teams the best opportunities to go after their goals and the Grove Street fields have helped us in this endeavor.”
Jay Kulkarni ‘23 came to BB&N as a sophomore and found his place to shine in the classroom and on the football field. A captain of the team his senior year, Jay is currently playing football at Bowdoin College. Jay’s transformative experience was in large part due to Head Football Coach and Science Teacher Mike Willey, and prompted his family to endow the Kulkarni-Kewalramani Head Coach of Football position in his honor.
“I’m humbled by the generosity of the Kulkarni family and their commitment not just to BB&N but to the football program. We have a tradition where the seniors on the team talk about what the experience of playing football at BB&N means to them and many of them talk about how impactful it was to their life, both in and out of school,” Mike Willey said. “Football can be important for many reasons, not just the game piece, but the bonds with teammates are really powerful. My family and I can’t thank the Kulkarni family enough, personally and professionally.”
The Bright Bold Next Campaign is a transformative investment that will elevate the student experience from pre-K through grade 12. This campaign will ensure our students are equipped with the skills and experiences necessary to thrive in a changing world.
Financial aid allows us to promote socioeconomic diversity in all grades. When students bring different backgrounds and perspectives to campus, our education becomes more expansive and open to bright ideas and bold solutions.
The Lower School renovation is ensuring students have the learning environment they need to reach their potential. Every design decisionhas been made through the lens of pedagogy and biophilia.
The BB&N Fund meets pressing needs and keeps us agile and flexible. It stands as a testament to our institutional strength and the commitment of our community.
Our commitment to innovation ensures that educational practices stay cutting edge. Our funding supports initiatives like the Class of 2023 Visiting Innovator Program, the BB&N Leadership Institute, the Action Research Program, and Innovation Grants.
The Bright Bold Next campaign is designed to propel BB&N into the future with an emphasis on community, sustainability, and innovation. We continue to move forward in the soft launch phase of our fundraising.