We're thrilled to feature Taylor Ball as our next Alumni Spotlight. From the moment Taylor joined the Independent School Alliance, her journey has been nothing short of inspiring. With our guidance, Taylor successfully navigated the path to prestigious schools like Mirman and Marlborough, where she thrived both academically and athletically. Her story is a testament to the power of support, perseverance, and community. Read on to learn more about Taylor's favorite memories, educational milestones, and the advice she has for current students.

 

What was your experience with the Independent School Alliance?

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The Independent School Alliance played an integral role in my attending the Mirman School for middle school and Marlborough for high school. The Alliance helped to guide me and my family through the application process with incredible attentiveness, and ultimately had an immeasurable impact on my educational journey!

Do you have a favorite memory from middle/high school?

I truly have too many favorite memories to count! One of my most treasured moments is sprinting down the hall into the arms of my best friend just moments after we both received the news that we had gotten into Columbia University, which had been both of our number 1 choices! That moment, along with all the support, excitement, and encouragement from my classmates, friends, and family in the days, weeks, and years thereafter, seems almost like a dream in retrospect!

Winning 3 CIF basketball championships and 1 state basketball championship wasn't too shabby either!

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Where did your path lead after graduating from middle/high school?

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After graduating from Marlborough in 2009, I attended Columbia University and graduated with a B.A. in Political Science in 2013. I attended George Washington Law School, graduating with my J.D. in 2016. I am now a corporate attorney specializing in compensation and benefits, which means I have the pleasure of helping entrepreneurs, executives, tech companies, and other amazing clients grow and achieve their goals!

Do you have any advice for current middle/high school students?

Explore, explore, explore! The possibilities are truly endless, but you won't know what's out there until you try new things, have new experiences, and talk to new people! This is something I wish I had known in middle and high school, and a mindset that I continue to develop in adulthood.

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What do the next few years look like for you, ideally?

I imagine my next few years will entail growing what has been a rewarding practice in corporate law, spending invaluable time with friends and family, and continuing to learn and explore! I also look forward to continuing to help build community among Alliance alumni and facilitate connections between Alliance alumni and current Alliance students through service on the Alliance's Alumni Engagement Committee!