Bullis has been a game-changer for Andrea and Mark Looney’s kids, Jake ‘25, and Kendall ‘30, which is why they chose to support Bullis at this critical time. The Looneys believe in the importance of upgrading the school’s academic facilities because, by investing in these improvements, they feel that they are not only enhancing the learning environment for their youngest during her final years at Bullis but also helping future generations of families who will benefit from these developments. They’re confident that their investment will pay dividends by increasing the long-term value of a Bullis education.
For the Looneys, the most special thing about Bullis is the sense of community. At Bullis, children and their needs are always the priority. “Our kids feel supported by their teachers and connected to other students,” Andrea shared, “and we have witnessed how that sense of belonging has increased their confidence and benefited their emotional development.”
Andrea and Mark are inspired by Christian Sullivan and his leadership team’s clear vision for the future of Bullis. Their commitment to academic and personal excellence convinced the Looneys that supporting the Elevating Excellence campaign was a worthwhile investment. They encourage other families to follow in their footsteps. “It’s easy to assume that others will step forward and that one family’s participation won’t be missed,” said Andrea. “But every contribution made now will help ensure that the remaining years our kids’ have at Bullis are even better.”