Graduate Trustee Ballot 2026

Bio

Lauren is a private banker at J.P. Morgan in New York City, where she advises clients on their investments, financial goals, and legacy planning. Her team works with New York-based families, endowments, public and private foundations, and family offices. She partners closely with clients to develop investment strategies and manage portfolios supporting long-term, multigenerational, and philanthropic objectives.

At Nobles, Lauren developed a passion for mentorship and community as an Achieve tutor. As a senior, she led the tutor training program and spearheaded a capital-raising initiative that generated funding for two additional program scholarships. She also served as a school tour guide, completed a senior project capturing her classmates’ stories through a video time capsule, and contributed to Nobles field hockey, squash, and crew teams. She later served on the Class of 2017 5th reunion committee and has continued to foster relationships within the community after graduation.

Lauren earned a B.S. in Finance and Information Technology from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce. At UVA, she volunteered as a tax preparer for low-income families in Charlottesville, supporting her local community through her passion for advancing financial literacy in underserved communities. She remains connected to UVA through J.P. Morgan campus recruiting efforts and has been a guest lecturer at McIntire, leading classroom discussions on the asset and wealth management industry. 

Lauren currently serves on the grantmaking committee for Impact 100’s New York Chapter, a women’s philanthropy group dedicated to providing transformational grants to deserving organizations across the five boroughs. She also continues her work with high school students with J.P. Morgan’s Project Live, a five-month program that teaches financial management skills to underserved students, including budgeting, investing, public speaking, and college application support. Outside of work and volunteering, she enjoys staying active, reading, and learning new skills – most recently, surfing and mahjong.

Personal Statement

“Lauren? She’s the one who loves her high school.”

This was my team’s response to my introduction during my first week at J.P. Morgan. What was meant to be a presentation on formative experiences turned into something of a Nobles tribute. As funny as it may sound, I’ve heard some variation of this quote consistently since graduating from Nobles. This sense of pride stems from the impact Nobles has had on my life, fostered by lasting relationships, enduring life lessons, and the feeling of a community that always has your back. 

I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the opportunity to serve as a Nobles trustee, and the prospect of combining my love for this community with the lessons learned in the years since—both professionally and through volunteering with students—is incredibly exciting. 

As the world continues to evolve at a rapidly accelerating pace, our community will face challenges we have not yet seen. It would be the honor of a lifetime to help steward this community through the next chapter, leveraging my experiences to bring a fresh perspective while adhering to the time-tested principles and values Nobles has instilled in us all.

Bio

Katy grew up in Hingham and began her time at Nobles as a Class IV student. After transitioning from a small parochial school to Nobles, Katy learned quickly that she was no longer a big fish in a small pond. 

Although freshman year brought the expected challenges of adjustment for a 14-year-old, Katy found her footing with the support of her JV basketball coach, Karen Gallagher, and countless other faculty members. 

At Nobles, Katy discovered that her most meaningful experiences stemmed from the school’s deep commitment to service learning and community engagement. She served as a member of the Peers Helping Peers (PHP) program, a member of the Multicultural Students Association (MSA), and a (re)founding member of Imani, the multicultural musical group. Katy also participated in service trips to Romania and New Orleans, where she built strong relationships with faculty members. 

Katy was also an active member of the Nobles Theatre Collective and served as co-captain of Greensleeves. Under the direction of Dan Halperin and Michael Turner, she cultivated her love for music and performance, which led her to pursue a major in musical theatre at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. 

During her first two years at Catholic, Katy immersed herself in performance and training. Though she loved singing and dancing, she ultimately felt drawn to the service-oriented work instilled in her at Nobles. After her sophomore year, she changed her major to Elementary Education and earned her B.A. in 2013. Upon graduation, she received the Thomas Shields Award in Elementary Education, recognizing her dedication to the field. 

Following graduation, Katy taught third grade at Hearst Elementary, a Washington, D.C. public school. There, she emerged as a leader in family engagement, serving as the lead teacher for the Flamboyan Family Engagement grant. In this role, she trained fellow educators to conduct meaningful home visits and foster consistent, positive communication with families to support student success. These skills were rooted in the values she developed at Nobles. 

Katy pursued her master’s degree in Moderate Special Education at the Lynch School of Education at Boston College. During this time, she volunteered at the Campus School for students with severe special needs and completed her student teaching at Atherton Hough Elementary School in Quincy. 

Katy later moved to Annapolis, Maryland, to be closer to her now husband, Tom. There, she taught both fifth and first grades at Hillsmere Elementary School, working with a diverse group of learners, including students with significant learning disabilities. She served as an intermediate lead teacher, family engagement liaison, and a member of the countywide Leadership Development Institute. 

In 2020, Katy and her husband returned to Massachusetts to be closer to family and start their own family. She returned to Quincy, where she accepted a role as a moderate special education teacher for grade four and five at the same school where she had completed her student teaching. 

Katy and Tom now live in Cohasset with their two children, Jake (5) and Ryan (2). While currently taking a sabbatical from the classroom to focus on her young family, Katy remains actively involved in her community through volunteer work with the South Shore YMCA

in Quincy and Hanover. She serves on the committee for the Hope for the Holidays Campaign, which provides gifts and winter clothing to students and families in need. 

As a Nobles graduate, Katy has stayed involved by serving on the Nobles Executive Committee (2023–Present) and as a member of her 10th and 15th Reunion Committees.

Personal Statement

Being asked to run for the Board of Trustees at Nobles is both humbling and deeply meaningful to me as a graduate. Like so many of my Nobles peers, I carry with me not just memories of classes, teams, and performances, but also the lasting influence of mentors who shaped the way I view the world. 

During my time at Nobles, countless faculty members made me feel known, valued, and supported, regardless of whether I was in the classroom, on the stage, or on the field. That sense of belonging is what defines Nobles for so many graduates, and  I have strived to recreate it in my own classrooms and communities. 

I often reflect on the lessons emphasized during my time at Nobles: showing up for others, listening with intention, leading with empathy, and giving back in meaningful ways. These values have shaped my path as an educator, a community member, as well as a parent. 

As a graduate, I would be honored to serve on the Board of Trustees and give back to a community that has given me so much. I am committed to helping Nobles continue to foster not only academic excellence, but also the character, compassion, and sense of responsibility that unite our graduates long after they leave 10 Campus Drive. 

Serving on the Board of Trustees would be an opportunity to steward an institution that has long balanced academic excellence with a strong commitment to community, character, and service. I would be honored to contribute my perspective as an educator and graduate to help ensure that Nobles continues to foster a community where students are challenged, supported, and prepared to lead thoughtful and purposeful lives.

Bio

Scott Johnson is a financial markets professional and engaged graduate of Noble and Greenough School. Raised in West Newton, Scott began his Nobles journey as a Class IV student in the fall of 1997. He quickly immersed himself in the community and left with lifelong friendships and a deep appreciation for Nobles’ values.

During his time at Nobles, Scott developed a strong academic interest in economics and Japanese, studying the language for four years under the guidance of Tomoko Graham. He was an active member of the community, serving as a tour guide and middle school mentor, and competing on the varsity golf team for four years, serving as captain his senior year. His Nobles experience instilled in him a commitment to critical thinking, effective communication, respect for others, and a strong work ethic.

Scott went on to attend the University of Richmond, where he graduated magna cum laude in 2006. He earned a double major in business administration and international studies, as well as a minor in Japanese. While at Richmond, he studied abroad in Hamamatsu, Japan and interned in Tokyo, experiences inspired by his studies at Nobles. He remained involved on his college campus as a tour guide, a portfolio manager for the student- managed investment fund for the University’s endowment, and chair of new student orientation.

Following graduation, Scott began his career at Goldman Sachs in New York City, joining the investment grade credit sales team within the fixed income division. He worked closely with asset managers, hedge funds, and insurance companies, and was promoted to managing director in 2016. He went on to lead the investment grade sales team before departing the firm in 2019 after a 14-year tenure. Seeking a more entrepreneurial environment, Scott joined Trumid Financial, a fintech startup focused on electronic corporate bond trading. He currently serves as a managing director, where he is responsible for sales, trading, business development, and relationship management.

Scott remains deeply connected to Nobles and has been an active and committed graduate since his own graduation. He has served as class agent, a member of the Be Nobles Bold Campaign Committee, and a member of the Annual Nobles Fund Executive Committee for over a decade, serving as the ANF Chair in 2018 and 2019. In 2021, he was honored with the Flood Award in recognition of his service to the Annual Nobles Fund and school community. Scott also founded the Young Graduates Scholarship, which is awarded to Nobles students who demonstrate excellence in the classroom and community.

Beyond his professional and alumni commitments, Scott serves on the Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) Investment Committee, where he has reconnected with ASYV Board Chair and former Nobles faculty member Ben Snyder. Scott currently resides in Jupiter, Florida with his fiancée, Siri, and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dori. In his free time, he enjoys golf, padel, and cooking on the grill and smoker.

Scott credits Nobles as foundational in shaping who he is today and remains deeply committed to supporting its continued success and mission.

Personal Statement

Nobles has been instrumental in shaping who I am. I arrived as a Class IV student knowing few people and left with lifelong friendships and a deep appreciation for the values that still guide me today: intellectual curiosity, respect for others, and a strong work ethic. I always dreamed of one day becoming a Nobles trustee or even head of school. Nobles has given me so much as a student, graduate, and adult; I am eager to keep returning the favor.

The lessons I learned in the classroom, on the fields, in Gleason Hall, and on “the Beach” have stayed with me throughout my career and continue to influence how I lead and engage with others. Since graduating, I have remained deeply connected to Nobles through long-standing involvement with the Annual Nobles Fund and the Young Graduates Scholarship. These experiences have strengthened my understanding of the school and reinforced my commitment to its purpose. While the Nobles I visit today looks different from the Nobles from which I graduated, the community and mission will forever be the same.

It would be an honor and privilege to serve as a trustee and help ensure that future students benefit from the same transformative experience that has meant so much to me.