Connections that Create Chain Reactions“When you can connect with kids and help them develop strengths and passions that they may not see in themselves, and then see the chain reaction as they do the same for others—that’s creating positive change.”

—Linda Griffith, dean of CAMD (Community and Multicultural Development)

and instructor in English

Connections that Create Chain Reactions

180 Main StreetAndover MA 01810-4161

In Hector Kilgoe ’11, Linda saw a budding scholar, mentor, and leader: “Hector is a role model to younger students. He wanted to develop a broader worldview of race, gender, class, and issues of ethnicity, not just for his own knowledge, but to improve the situation and experiences of the underserved.” “Knowledge with goodness”

is the foundation of Linda Griffith and Hector Kilgoe’s relationship. Students who are mentored are inspired to mentor others—leaders who make a difference in our world.

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“Mrs. Griffith trusted me and made me feel like I was important. She nurtured this mentoring spirit in me. She taught me the importance of putting in the time and effort to gain someone’s trust, so they know you’re someone they can come to for help.”

—Hector Kilgoe ’11University of Pennsylvania Class of 2015

At Andover, Hector served as coordinator of the Afro-Latino-American Society mentoring program, which connects ninth-graders with older students. He also served as co-head of Alianza Latina and on the board of CAFÉ (Community Awareness for Everyone). He was awarded the Kingsbury Prize for outstanding character.

At Penn, he continues to support and encourage Andover students as they navigate new academic and residential experiences.