Fond Farewells

It’s the people who make Menlo, Menlo. More than our buildings or programs, it is the people who teach, mentor, encourage, and care for one another who bring our mission and values to life every day. As the 2025-2026 school year came to a close, we celebrated several longtime members of the Menlo community whose collective service spans more than 75 years. We are deeply grateful for the countless ways they have enriched our School and wish them every happiness in the chapters ahead.

Fond Farewells

Celebrating Years of Dedication

Honoring employees who have retired or departed Menlo after 15 or more years of service.

Liz Bongiorno

23 YEARS

Teacher, Middle School Music

Liz Bongiorno, Menlo’s longtime Middle School music teacher and seventh grade advocate, is moving on after 23 years of inspiring students through the joy of music. Whether teaching percussion, singing, music composition, music production, or music appreciation, Liz had a remarkable ability to make every class engaging, creative, and welcoming. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and generations of students discovered not only new musical skills but also the confidence to express themselves...

Eugenia McCauley

24 YEARS

Teacher, Upper School Science

Dr. Eugenia McCauley, Menlo’s longtime Upper School science teacher, is retiring after 24 years of helping students discover both the challenging and the deeply rewarding aspects of chemistry. An accomplished physical chemist with a gift for teaching, Eugenia has challenged generations of students to think critically while making even the most complex concepts approachable. Whether guiding students through hands-on laboratory experiments or patiently working one-on-one to deepen their understanding, she has shown that the best science education is built on both rigor and care...

Maura Sincoff

30 YEARS

Teacher, Upper School English and Writing Center Instructor

Maura Sincoff, Menlo’s longtime English teacher and Writing Center instructor, is writing her next chapter after 30 years of inspiring students to think deeply, write boldly, and believe in their own abilities. Over three decades, Maura has challenged generations of students to do their best work, setting high standards while giving them the tools and confidence to meet them...