Jason Moon ’17 returned to Menlo School as part of Music@Menlo’s annual Winter Residency Program. Each winter, this program brings a select group of rising stars from the classical music world to campus, offering Menlo students the chance to engage in enriching sessions. Jason’s return provided a special opportunity for students to connect with an alum while experiencing exceptional chamber music.

Thomas Woodside ’19, who works in the field of AI ethics and policy, recently returned to Menlo via Zoom to speak with students about the future of AI, what it’s like to work with the government to create change, and what he wishes he had taken more advantage of during his time at Menlo. Thomas played a key role in advancing California Senate Bill 1047, legislation that sought to regulate AI development. The effort has sparked meaningful dialogue around AI policy and safety.

Jane Zafran ’18 returned to campus and served as a significant contributor to this edition of Menlo Magazine.

Blythe Jack ’92, Ted Wilson ’98, Jamie Davidson ’02, Mojan Movassate ’02, Kevin Platshon ’03, and Brian Kasser ’86 shared their time and expertise as advisors and judges for Menlo’s “Shark Tank for Good” MTerm program. The program challenged Menlo juniors to identify and propose solutions to local problems, all within less than two weeks.