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Doane Academy 'out to change the world' after $17M gift

Doane Academy, a small prep school in Burlington City, was "in pretty tired shape" when John McGee interviewed for the headmaster's job 15 years ago.

The headmaster's wife, Alice McGee, and Gil Gehin Scott (right) lead a standing ovation after it is announced that Henry and Eleanor Rowan will donate $17 million to Doane Academy in Burlington City, N.J. ( DAVID SWANSON / Staff Photographer )
The headmaster's wife, Alice McGee, and Gil Gehin Scott (right) lead a standing ovation after it is announced that Henry and Eleanor Rowan will donate $17 million to Doane Academy in Burlington City, N.J. ( DAVID SWANSON / Staff Photographer )Read more