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La Brisa opens its doors

4/5/2023

The La Brisa building and surrounding property have been transformational, offering a welcoming first impression to all who set foot on the Ransom Campus. The leadership of the Board of Trustees, donors, school leaders and community supporters helped make this building a reality.

The opening of La Brisa is commemorated in this issue by acknowledging the named spaces within La Brisa and the donors who made these spaces possible.

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Touzet Rear Lawn and Patio
“Ransom Everglades’ beautiful setting on the bay has always been one of its greatest draws. Our family is pleased to give back to RE by contributing towards the new lawn at La Brisa for everyone to enjoy for decades to come.” Rudy Prio Touzet ’76 and Lydia Touzet
Harry H. Anderson, Jr. ’38 Reading Room
Henry “Harry” H. Anderson, Jr. ’38. The Reading Room in La Brisa honors a lifetime of service to Ransom Everglades. Anderson was a member of the board of trustees from his days in law school until his passing in May 2020. It would be difficult to find a person more deeply connected with the long history of his alma mater than Harry Anderson.
The Elaine R. Stokes Boardroom
“We are thrilled to support the La Brisa acquisition, which ... positions the school for the future. We are also incredibly grateful for the opportunity to honor the memory of Elaine R. Stokes, a dedicated RE trustee (1990-2000), devoted parent (’91, ’94) and proud grandparent (’26, ’28). She was incredibly passionate about education, and RE always had a special place in her heart. It means so much to our family that she will forever be part of the RE community.” Amy and Ricky Stokes ’94
Fuhrman Alumni House
“When I reflect on my life’s journey I always return to my time at Ransom Everglades. I am deeply grateful for the foundation Ransom Everglades provided. The mentorship, education and lifelong friendships have served me well throughout my life. It is my privilege to give back to our school and help make an impact on the next generation of alumni.” Lindsay and Scott Fuhrman ’00
Admission Lobby
“Although the passage of our children at RE was not as long as we had hoped for, we remain forever grateful for the lessons learned and for the lifelong friendships made at this phenomenal institution. By contributing alongside students, teachers, staff , board members and other families, we lay this additional brick in honor of the prestigious history of the school and the bright future of the children that will have the privilege of being part of it all.” Reuven and Karine Bigio
South Entrance and Foyer
“Our family supported the La Brisa project to honor Coconut Grove’s history and tradition, which was preserved with the acquisition of the La Brisa property. The property is a welcome addition to RE’s campus and environment, rooted in excellence in academics, student life and community engagement. The spaces throughout the home embrace the beauty of the old while creating new, exciting spaces for gathering on campus.” Kendra and John Malloy
Simkins and Rubell Hall
“Our family is proud to support the La Brisa project ... Incorporating this property into the upper school campus prioritized a commitment to physical and outdoor environments for our school community. Together our students and educators can find inspiration and enjoyment at La Brisa as they continue to push boundaries, innovate and grow.” Michelle Simkins Rubell ’90 and Jason Rubell, Nicole and Michael Simkins ’95, Albert Simkins ’77, Ronald Simkins ’81, David Simkins
Garden in Loving Memory of David R. McWilliams, Trustee, Father, Leader
“David was a firm believer in education and an enthusiastic supporter of his children in their academic pursuits. He was also a big fan of Ransom Everglades and gave both his time and resources generously to the school. We are happy to be able to continue to support Ransom Everglades in gratitude for all it has given our children and all RE students, in David’s memory.” Laurie McWilliams
Admission Office
“The Admission Office is where it all begins. Each student is thoroughly evaluated before they can be accepted into the school as a Ransom Everglades Raider. The Bogle family loves and REspects what Ransom Everglades stands for, and we are proud to be a part of this school foREever.” Heidi and Robin Bogle
“The Barlick Family is very grateful for the privilege of being a part of the Ransom Everglades community and inspired by Paul Ransom’s belief that we are not so much in the world for what we can get out of it as what we can put into it.” Ana-Marie and Rob Barlick
Alumni Walkway in Loving Memory of Norma Kipnis Wilson, Leader, Trailblazer and Philanthropist
“Ransom Everglades School has played a formative and positive role in the lives of my children, Rachel ’05 and Rebecca ’09, and me. Supporting RE is a natural endeavor representing an opportunity to play it forward.” Donald Kipnis

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Founded in 1903, Ransom Everglades School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school for grades 6 - 12 located on two campuses in Coconut Grove, Florida. Ransom Everglades School produces graduates who "believe that they are in the world not so much for what they can get out of it as for what they can put into it." The school provides rigorous college preparation that promotes the student's sense of identity, community, personal integrity and values for a productive and satisfying life, and prepares the student to lead and to contribute to society.

Ransom Everglades School®, The RE Way™, RE Pathways™ and Bowden Fellowships in the Humanities™ are trademarks of Ransom Everglades School.

RE founder Paul Ransom, circa 1903

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La Brisa opens its doors

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