“With Ms. Abodeely, there was so much energy in the room,” Hall said. “She is an amazing teacher who makes learning fun. I’ve loved my time spent as a student of hers and know she will do great things in New York.”

Starting next month, Abodeely is returning to her previous career in the Bronx District Attorney’s Office, where she previously worked as a prosecutor for many years. In her new role, however, she will serve as Deputy Chief of the Community Engagement Unit, a position that makes her the face of the DA’s outward-facing efforts in the community.

Ady Jaeckel ‘26 fondly recalls how Abodeely made the learning come alive in Criminal Law.

“My experience in the class was very valuable,” Jaeckel said. “We learned about our criminal justice system rights and how to exercise them in everyday life. My favorite part was the stories Ms. Abodeely would tell us; she had some crazy stories about cases in New York City.”

Reflecting on her time here, Abodeely expressed what she will miss most.

“The thing I will miss the most is the community and the joy amongst the students—and my colleagues,” Abodeely said.

Having spent nearly two decades in New York before relocating to Boston, Abodeely shared her excitement about returning to the city she once called home.

“I lived in Manhattan for 15, 17 years before I came to Boston, and I loved it,” she said, adding that she looks forward to rediscovering the Bronx, where she will now be based, in ways she wasn’t able to before.

During her time here, Abodeely built deep connections with students and colleagues.

Associate Head of School of Academic Affairs Joe Iuliano shared his admiration for Abodeely and reminisced about their time working together.

He fondly recalled two memorable Winterim trips they chaperoned together, particularly the one to Vietnam and Cambodia.

“It was an outstanding trip, and she was an excellent chaperone,” Iuliano said.

English teacher Kenley Smith also expressed her deep respect for Abodeely’s approach to working with students and faculty.

“I admire her so much because she’s a truth-teller,” Smith said. “She’s very honest with students and with faculty, and that’s hard to do because sometimes you want to soften stuff for people or tell them what they want to hear, but Ms. Abodeely never does that.”

Abodeely’s departure has allowed students and faculty to reflect fondly on her time in the community.

Iuliano shared his initial reaction when he learned of her decision.

“I was sad, of course, because I think she’s a really good teacher. And she does great things for the school. And since I’ve gotten to know her, I thought, well, I’m going to miss her when she’s gone. I wouldn’t say I was upset. I was happy for her but sad that we wouldn’t have her around every day,” Iuliano said.

Smith echoed similar sentiments, reflecting on the bittersweet nature of Abodeely’s departure.

“I’m sad for me and everybody at Brimmer because we’re losing her, but I’m very happy for her because I know this is a job that she’ll be great at and that she wants,” Smith said.