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  Janie Coleman Beck

  Director of Admission
  Janie.Beck@lovett.org
  
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  Janie joined Lovett's Admission Office in 2008 as an Associate Director and became Director of Admission and Enrollment Management in 2015. From 2006-2008, she served as the Assistant Director of Admission and Financial Aid at Saint Andrew's School in Boca Raton, FL. Janie earned a B.A. in Art and Art History from Sewanee: The University of the South, graduating cum laude. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about Lovett? 

  The people are what I love most about Lovett. I enjoy serving in a role that connects me to the entire Lovett community; students, parents, teachers, and staff. The Lovett School community is warm, welcoming, and friendly. I always enjoy walking the campus on a tour or from one meeting to the next, it's the perfect opportunity to see those who make Lovett sparkle. 

  
  

  What do you love most about admission? 

  Getting to know new people and hearing their stories. I always enjoy learning about our prospective families and especially their children.

  
  

  What do you like to do for fun?

  I cherish my time with my friends and family. We share a love of the outdoors and a sense of adventure. I also love to read.

   
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  Steve Brown

  Director of Financial Aid and Institutional Research
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  Steve originally came to Lovett as a math teacher and coach from 1993-1998. He returned in 2005 and has been working in Admission and Financial Aid ever since. Before rejoining the staff at Lovett, he was a sales trader for Wachovia Capital Markets. He holds a B.S. from Wake Forest University and an M.B.A. from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. Steve is also a former professional football player and was an Olympic athlete in the 110-meter high hurdles. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?

  Given my tenure, I am  a strong believer in the power of a Lovett education and am grateful that my own daughter and family have the opportunity to be a part of this community. As Director of Financial Aid, I along with my colleagues, have the privilege of granting access to this incredible school experience for children from Kindergarten-12th Grade.

  
  

  How do you like to spend time outside of work? 

  Outside of work, I like to exercise, watch sports and read biographies. Documentaries are a secret passion of mine!

   
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  Anna Bland Costello

  Associate Director of Admission
  Middle School
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  Anna Bland joined the Lovett admission team in 2015 after spending three years working at Durham Academy in Durham, N C.  A North Carolina native, she grew up attending independent schools and graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2011 with a BA in Romance Languages. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?

  I love almost everything about my job, but the very best thing is seeing all the new students in their uniforms on the first day of school. It is so fulfilling to finally greet each child on campus, especially after all the time we spend building relationships with their families during the admission season. The excitement is contagious, and it is a wonderful reminder of why we do this work. 

  
  

  How do you like to spend time outside of work? 

  When I am not at school, I enjoy taking cycling classes, spending time outdoors, and visiting new places in and around Atlanta. I also love watching college basketball!
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  Gopi Shammas

  Associate Director of Admission
  Lower School
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  Gopi Shammas joined the Lovett admission team in 2018 as an Associate Director. She also attended Lovett from Grades 5-12 and graduated in 1995. Gopi comes to Lovett with significant experience in independent schools, serving as Admissions and Development Director at Atlanta Academy for 7 years. Prior to that, she taught Math and Science. Gopi earned a BBA in Finance from the University of Georgia and holds a Masters in Educational Leadership. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?
  Lovett holds a special place in my heart.  As a student, my experience was amazing. The Lovett community is filled with such a wonderful group of students, faculty, and families.  Now that I am in Admission, it is so rewarding to connect with the families who will one day get to experience Lovett as I did, and still do! 

  
  How do you like to spend time outside of work?
  Most of my time outside of work is spent with my husband, daughter and twin boys.  Outside of family, I love to take time for myself by running, traveling and connecting with friends.  The best days start with a run and a cup of coffee and end with my sweet family!
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  Stormy Webster

  Associate Director of Admission
  Upper School
  Stormy.Webster@lovett.org
  
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  Margaret Harman

  Assistant to the Directors of Admission
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  Margaret joined the Admission team in 2018. Prior to Lovett, Margaret spent 22 years in residential real estate, most recently with Beacham & Company, Realtors. She earned her license in 1996 at the encouragement of United States Senator Johnny Isakson, after working on his Gubernatorial race. A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, Margaret is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a die-hard Tarheel. She lives in Atlanta with her two daughters, Lacey and Eliza. Lacey is a sophomore at the University of Alabama and Eliza is a senior at Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School. They attend Northside United Methodist Church.  

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?

  I love the daily interaction with the students, families, faculty, and staff.  Everyone is so friendly here and it’s great to see familiar faces every day. Also, I work with the best group of people in the Admission Office - we work hard, but have fun.  It’s wonderful to be part of such a great team.

  
  

  How do you like to spend time outside of work? 

  I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, and watching sports. I especially enjoy cheering on my beloved Tarheels!

   
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  Margarita Piña

  Director of Hispanic Student
  Outreach and Support
  Margarita.Pina@lovett.org
  
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  Margarita joined the Lovett admission team in 2018. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a BS in Journalism and Clothing, Textiles & Design. A native of New York, she spent over 17 years in global marketing at The Coca-Cola Company. Additionally, Margarita worked as a consultant at the Latin American Association in the Economic Empowerment Microloan Program before coming to Lovett. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?

  I love the multitude of opportunities that Lovett offers, from specialized courses and internships to global travel programs that help students grow as individuals and discover their passions.   

  
  

  How do you like to spend time outside of work? 

  I love bookstores, going to the movies with my family, and discovering new places through impromptu road trips with my daughter.

   
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  Banks Scothorn

  Application Process Coordinator
  Banks.Scothorn@lovett.org
  
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  Mary Mac Stukes

  Admission Events Coordinator
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  Mary Mac joined the Lovett Admission team in 2015 after spending many years volunteering on campus. She grew up attending an independent school in Eufaula, AL and graduated from the University of Alabama with a BA in Public Relations. She has three children who are current students at The Lovett School. 

  
  

  What is your favorite thing about your job at Lovett?

  Having been a part of the Lovett community as a parent for so many years, I love being able to share my family’s terrific Lovett experience. I love meeting all of the prospective families and especially love my role in welcoming our newly enrolled families to Lovett each spring.