Staying Grounded - Episcopal Academy, The
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Staying Grounded - Episcopal Academy, The
Connections T h e M a g a z i n e o f T h e E p i s c o pa l A c a d e m y Winter 2006 Staying Grounded Seniors Wayne Ellington (left) and Gerald Henderson with Episcopal coach Dan Dougherty. Also inside: – Playing Host to Foreign Exchange Students – Capital Campaign Co-Chairs Announced Contents Features 2 Staying Grounded Despite their basketball talents, seniors Gerald Henderson and Wayne Ellington have found that strong mentoring, focus in the classroom, and commitment to others will be the keys to their future success. The Magazine of The Episcopal Academy WINTER 2006 7 Playing Host For different reasons, many Episcopal families have opened their homes to foreign exchange students. 16 EA Sweeps Haverford/AIS Day 4 0 Transitions Connections Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign Co-Chairs are announced D E P A RT M ENT S 1 0 Academics 17 Athletics 21 Arts 2 4 Alumni 26 Spirituality & Community Service 3 0 Class Notes 3 8 Milestones Connections, The Magazine of The Episcopal Academy, is published three times a year by the Office of Communications. Class notes, comments, and photographs should be directed to: Office of Communications 376 N. Latches Lane Merion, PA 19066 Tel 610-617-2248 Fax 610-617-2268 E-mail [email protected] Office of Alumni 376 N. Latches Lane Merion, PA 19066 Tel 610-617-2247 Fax 610-617-2268 E-mail [email protected] Editors Michael F. Letts Clayton T. Platt ’73 Contributing Writers Pete McEntegart Anne Marie Heil Contributing Photographers Michael Leslie Julie Green Sarah M. Karp ’99 Art & Production Karp Graphic Design www.ea1785.org On the cover: From left: Wayne Ellington, coach Dan Dougherty, and Gerald Henderson take time out from their busy schedule to pose for photographer Michael Leslie. Staying Grounded Despite their basketball talents, seniors Gerald Henderson and Wayne Ellington have found that strong mentoring, focus in the classroom, and commitment to others will be the keys to their future success By Pete McEntegart Photos by Michael Leslie W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 2 O n the court, Gerald Henderson is known primarily for his high-flying dunks, hard-nosed rebounding, and defensive intensity. The 6'5" senior swingman’s most lasting contribution to Episcopal Academy’s proud basketball history, though, might be an assist he made off the court. When Wayne Ellington arrived at Episcopal in the fall of 2003 as a sophomore transfer from Daniel Boone High in Reading, he thought he had a That’s where Henderson, who has been at Episcopal since the second grade, came in. The two clicked instantly when Henderson served as Ellington’s host during a visit in February 2003, and Henderson wanted his new friend to stick around. “If Gerald wasn’t at Episcopal I think I would have left in two weeks, because I just felt that uncomfortable,” says Ellington. “I didn’t know what to think. It was tough academically. Everybody already knew each other and had little A timeout during the January 18th game against St. John Neumann-Goretti good idea what he was getting into. The 6'4" guard was moving to the Philadelphia area and looking for a school that could challenge him both athletically and academically. He quickly realized that he might have underestimated that latter demand. “He knew it was going to be tough for him but I don’t think he realized the extent,” says Henderson. “This is probably the best academic school in Philadelphia. It was a big adjustment for him. He just wasn’t used to that.” The smaller class sizes, increased faculty attention, and higher standards were unfamiliar to Ellington. Toss in the need to make new friends among a student body that, in some cases, had been together for nearly a decade, and Ellington’s disorientation is understandable. 3 Connections social groups. But Gerald was comfortable here because he’s been here forever. He introduced me to all his friends and helped me adjust to the demands.” In fairness, Henderson did have a bit of an ulterior motive—he had seen Ellington play basketball. The two first played together as teammates in an all-star game in the summer of 2003 and quickly discovered that their skills meshed as well on the court as their personalities did off it. Henderson had been the leading scorer and rebounder of a 16-12 Churchmen varsity squad as a freshman, but he sensed that the addition of Ellington could make for a special squad. “I knew that we were going to need him in the upcoming season,” says Henderson. “I needed help, the team needed help. So I tried to give him as much advice as I could to get him to stay. I wanted to get leaving out of his mind and have him thinking about the upcoming season and how much success we would have.” The basketball part of the equation, it turned out, was the easy half. If Episcopal coach Dan Dougherty had some initial concerns about how the multiskilled Ellington would blend with a team on which Henderson had already emerged as the star, they were quickly allayed. “When we threw Wayne into the mix I really wanted to see how the two of them would handle it,” says Dougherty. “But from the very first day of practice, they fit right together because they’re both so unselfish.” What has followed is an extraordinary period of EA basketball success even by the standards of Dougherty, who is the city’s all-time winningest coach with over 500 victories in 28 seasons at Episcopal. As juniors during the 2004/2005 season, Ellington and Henderson led the Churchmen to a 25-3 record and a perfect 10-0 record in the Inter-Ac to win the school’s first league title in 14 years. The year was highlighted by a thrilling three-game sweep of rival Germantown Academy. This year, the Churchmen are (at press time) 20-4 despite playing an ambitious schedule dotted with regional and national powers, including a game against Philadelphia’s Neumann-Goretti that was aired on ESPN2. Episcopal won 65-64. Tournament organizers, naturally, are eager to showcase EA’s dynamic duo, each of whom are ranked among the top 20 players in the nation by virtually every scouting service. The interest in the pair only increased when they made their college choices, with Ellington opting for defending champion North Carolina and Henderson ending up down the road at archrival Duke. Ellington, who averaged 21.1 points as a junior, is considered the slightly more polished offensive player. Dave Telep, the national editor for Scout. com’s basketball recruiting service, has him ranked as his No. 1 shooting guard prospect nationally and No. 4 player overall. “It really just keeps me balanced. In life today, it’s easy to get off track. Chapel helps me focus on being a good person.” –Gerald Henderson “He has a sweet jump shot that he can hit from all over the court,” says Telep. “A lot of guys have terrific jump shots but they need to be in their favorite spots. Wayne can make it from the deep corners, the deep elbows, and everywhere else, and he can also flat-out finish at the rim. With his ball skills, he could eventually morph into an NBA point guard like a Gilbert Arenas.” A few years back, it seemed that Henderson might morph into Tiger Woods rather than a potential NBA player. A scratch golfer who played on the Episcopal varsity in the eighth and ninth grade, it was only about two years ago that Henderson made the decision to focus exclusively on basketball after considering a potential future in each sport. Now 6-5 and 210 pounds, about 15 more than Ellington, Henderson is a physical two-way player. He was EA’s second leading-scorer last year with 18.7 points a game and led the team in rebounding with 8.6 a game and charges taken with 13. The son of 13-season NBA veteran Gerald Henderson Sr., a 6-2 guard, the younger Henderson also posted 4.1 assists a game, finishing just two assists behind graduated point guard Dylan Brown for the team lead. Telep has him ranked as the 18th best player in the nation at any position. “His overall game is just ready for the next level,” says Dougherty, who also served as Army’s head coach between Bob Knight and Mike Krzyzewski. “Offensively he’s become so much better. He sees the whole court, he’s able to visualize and make that next pass, and he’s just so explosive going to the basket. His defensive ability has also mushroomed over his career. He really takes pride in it.” Though both play along the wing, Ellington and Henderson have managed to complement each other’s games rather than compete for shots and glory. “A lot of people always talk about how we have to share the spotlight,” Ellington says. “We just kind of laugh at that. We know that if we both do what we have to do, it’s going to make us both that much better. We understand that it’s not about either one of us, it’s about the team.” That cohesiveness has been forged by hundreds of hours together on the court. Ellington and Henderson are also teammates on the same AAU team, the Playaz. When they’re not playing together, they’re challenging each other in endless games of one-on-one. “Even out of basketball season, you can walk by the gym at 6 p.m. on a Saturday night and see them,” says Jim Farrell, an Episcopal history teachCheering on the blue-and-white at the Palestra. Head Coach Dan Dougherty er and Ellington’s academic advisor the last three years. “They’ll be playing each other without a coach in sight. They challenge each other in a very healthy way.” Staying Focused The two have become best friends off the court as well. If Ellington isn’t at Henderson’s house, then chances are that Henderson is at Ellington’s. That’s a big reason that both Ellington and Henderson consider the former’s decision to transfer to Episcopal one of the best things that happened to them, but not the only one. Once Ellington got past his first rocky months he began to appreciate the school’s rigorous academic environment, which Henderson was already long familiar with. In 2005, for instance, EA’s 111 graduates compiled an average SAT score of 1310. Ellington and Henderson may be basketball stars, but at Episcopal they’re simply two more of the 400-plus students in the Upper School. Athletes can’t hide in a separate (and typically easier) curriculum as at some schools that produce top athletes. Everyone at Episcopal is preparing for college, not just those who can sink 22-footers. Dougherty taught both Ellington and Henderson as sophomores in geometry, allowing him to see his star players from by Courtenay H. Bond another perspective. “They attacked math the same way they attacked basketball,” says Dougherty. “There’s a lot of pressure academically here with 100 percent of the graduating class going to college. Nobody likes to feel like the W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 4 The 2005-2006 Episcopal Academy Boys’ Basketball Team While Wayne Ellington and Gerald Henderson have received most of the accolades, the success of this year’s team has truly been a team effort. Clutch play by many, particularly in the biggest games of the year, have been critical to what has become one of the greatest seasons in Episcopal athletics history. All of these players, coaches, trainers, and managers have played a key role, and should be recognized: Charlie Barks G Senior Herbert Bowen F/C Junior Jim Byrne G Senior Blair Fox G/F Junior Wayne Ellington* G/F Senior Pat Kelly G Junior Gerald Henderson* G/F Senior Mike Nealis C Junior Time Ivory G Senior Matt Sheehan F/C Junior Kieran Marshall G/F Senior Matt Byrne G Sophomore Rob McCallion G Senior Dan Hilferty G Sophomore Mike Yocum C Senior Assistant Coaches: Mr. Frank (Bud) Tosti, Mr. Thomas Kossuth, Mr. Brian Dougherty Athletic Trainer: Mr. John Smith Student Managers: Michelle Ashcroft, Amy Keefe, Meghan Sharkey *Denotes Captain fool. But the two of them approached the class like a competition, and were always very interested in how they did in every test. They took pride in that.” Ellington is now very glad that he stuck around. “Coming to Episcopal was one of the best decision I have made so far in my life,” he says. “It opened a lot of doors for me and placed me in an environment where I can excel. Academics are taken so much more seriously than athletics here, which helps you prioritize. Episcopal lets you have this life other than basketball.” That’s long been clear to Henderson, who is in his 11th year at Episcopal. In addition to the academics—which he credits with helping him earn his scholarship to Duke—he appreciates the school’s religious focus. Upper School students still attend chapel three days a week. In addition to a hymn or reading, faculty and students will relate experiences from their lives through Chapel Talks that touch on themes such as character or commitment. 5 Connections “Just hearing different peoples’ stories gets you thinking about your own life and what you can do,” says Henderson. “It really just keeps me balanced. In life today, it’s easy to get off track. Chapel helps me focus on being a good person.” His and Ellington’s efforts to do the right thing has not gone unnoticed. “They have a nice way about them,” says athletic director Regina Buggy. “They have a genuine concern for the community, not just their own success. They want to be students. They want their teammates to play well. Even when the college coaches were here watching them, you never felt like they were ball-hogging. It was team all the way.” Wayne Ellington Gerald Henderson Leaving with the trophy A Unique Situation That rush of college coaches, though, was a relatively new phenomenon at Episcopal. Dougherty has seen a number of excellent players during his 28 seasons leading Episcopal—including Penn standout and NBA player Jerome Allen—but none that received the national acclaim of this dynamic duo. At the very first day of practice last season, Wake Forest head coach Skip Prosser watched Dougherty put some 35 hopefuls through tryouts for two-and-a-half hours, just hoping that Ellington and Henderson would note his presence. North Carolina coach Roy Williams visited the school just days after winning the national title in April, and Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski popped in a day earlier. The Churchmen have also upgraded their schedule far beyond the Inter-Ac. This season the squad will take on na- Coach Doughery and the team talk with ESPN2’s Fran Fraschilla after EA’s win over Neumann-Goretti. “Episcopal opened a lot of doors for me and placed me in an environment where I can excel. Academics are taken so much more seriously than athletics here, which helps you prioritize. Episcopal lets you have this life other than basketball.” –Wayne Ellington tional powers from Oregon to Florida, including perennial basketball factory Oak Hill of Virginia, which churns out Division I players like Episcopal does Ivy Leaguers (Episcopal lost 6556, despite a valiant effort against the country’s top-ranked team). Everyone associated with the program seems to realize that these are rare times that won’t likely be soon repeated. “It’s not like we’re a boarding school that’s going to go out and bring players in here,” says Dougherty. “This is just how it worked out. Gerald has been here since second grade, and then Dame Fortune smiled on me and gave me a second great player for three years in Wayne.” When Ellington and Henderson graduate, the traditional schedule loaded with local teams will soon return. Until then, though, this team and its stars are enjoying the chance to test themselves against the nation’s best. The school has been comfortable with the added spotlight in part because of its confidence in the character of its two standouts. “I can’t think of two better kids to represent us,” says Head of School Ham Clark. “They’re good students and good citizens. They reflect what we are about as a school, kids with good balance in their lives who are ready to take on leadership roles.” Next year, Ellington and Henderson will be leading their own way from opposite sides of the fiercest rivalry in college basketball. As their college careers develop, expect to hear more about this pair of best friends who have chosen opposite sides of basketball’s version of the Hatfields and McCoys. “What’s going to happen is pretty unique,” says Telep, who is based in North Carolina. “What high school, first of all, has two guys who are both ACC players? Secondly, who has two guys going to the two best ACC programs? That’s very rare.” Players from the same high school have attended the two schools at roughly the same time before, such as when Dick DeVenzio (Duke) and Denis Wuycik (UNC) from Ambridge High in Ambridge, Pa., played in the late ’60s and early ’70s. But those players were several years apart and not close friends like Ellington and Henderson. The players are looking forward to the unprecedented situation, especially relishing the chance that they may guard each other and finally resolve the question as to who is better. (For the record, they say that the running tally of their endless games of one-onone is essentially even.) Still, both insist that their friendship will remain untarnished. “Even though it’s the biggest rivalry in college basketball, I think we’re going to remain best of friends,” says Ellington. “It’s going to be more about the Tar Heels and Blue Devils than us two.” While Tobacco Road looms in their future, though, the two don’t seem in any hurry to leave the present. There’s still another Inter-Ac title to chase, proms to get dressed up for and graduation to attend. Ellington and Henderson seem to grasp how good they’ve had it the past three years at Episcopal, both on and off the court. The fact that they’ve been able to do it as a team has made the experience that much sweeter. Both are thankful for Ellington’s decision to choose Episcopal—and then to stick around after those rough early days. “I can’t even tell you how much he’s meant to me,” says Henderson. “The biggest thing is just every day in practice, us going at each other and making each other better. I don’t think anyone else could have done what Wayne’s done for me. And socially, he’s been my best friend since he’s been here. He’s always got my back. You can’t really measure that either.” Just as it’s hard to measure the impact that Ellington and Henderson’s basketball brilliance have had on Episcopal—and that the school has had on them. Pete McEntegart is a senior writer for Sports Illustrated’s Web site, SI.com. His column,”The 10 Spot,” appears each weekday except Wednesday on SI.com. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 6 The LaPalombara Family with exchange student Katerina Dvorska, far left. The Giblin Family with exchage student Leo Hoeft from Germany. Playing Host For different reasons, many Episcopal families have opened their homes and lives to foreign exchange students. As a result, they all received unexpected gifts in return. By Anne Marie Heil O ne family has three teenage daughters and thought it wouldn’t be too challenging to add one more. Another family, with a son away at college, a daughter in the 11th grade, and a special-needs teenage son, decided adding a teenage boy to the mix might be fun. And lastly, a family with an only child —a daughter—chose to experience something completely new and open their home to a teenage boy. What inspired all of these Episcopal families to alter their family dynamics and welcome a foreign exchange student into their homes—adding laundry, transportation, meetings, and more sports games to their already heavy loads? The answers from the families are simple. Susan LaPalombara, the mother of three teenage girls, who briefly added Katerina Dvorska from the 7 Connections Czech Republic to her family, says the decision came from a desire to “stretch ourselves and step outside the comfort zone of our daily lives.” Ginny Spofford, a mother of three who had Andrew Hayes from Australia move in, says: “Annie (a junior) spent a summer in Australia and came home with a new sense of independence and confidence. We wanted to help be a catalyst for the same growth in an Australian stu- dent.” For the Giblin family, who has Leo Hoeft from Germany living with them, the driving force was an interest in expanding the family’s cultural experience. Theresa Giblin explains, “Our daughter Theresa spent an incredible semester in France. We wanted to continue the cross-cultural experience by having a student from abroad be part of our daily lives.” The students who participate in both the ASSIST and Central Coast Grammar School exchange programs with Episcopal speak English very well and are outstanding students. The students engage fully in the school and have become key members of sports teams, musical ensembles, and clubs. And like teenagers everywhere, the students have messy rooms, can be picky eaters, argue over the front seat of the car, and often stay out way too late. for an only child.” Susan LaPolombara found that Katerina became a wonderful example of positive risk-taking. “To move in with strangers for 10 months, in a foreign country, go to a new school— it all required an enormous amount of courage and confidence. My daughters respected the risks Katerina undertook and also came to realize that they, too, were taking a risk in sharing their most intimate, private space— their home and family.” Most families go on small excursions with the students, enabling them to see more of the United States while they are here. Washington D.C. and New York City are high on the list of destinations. Ginny Spofford found that in helping Andrew see more of the country, her family learned more as well. “We had not been to D.C. as a family before and we enjoyed the experience as much, if not even more, than Andrew.” And while the parents of these families have shouldered many responsibilities, the children in each family have as well. The Episcopal students needed to share their social lives with the exchange students, including them in proms, dances, and other get-togethers. Alicia LaPolombara found it was great to have another girl her own age in the house. “Katerina and I could just hang out together. Katerina also helped broaden my range of friends through kids she met in her classes and on her sports teams.” More important, though, Alicia notes, is “that I never thought about being in her position before she came. The time with Katerina helped me to really understand someone else’s perspective and it helped me learn how to help take care of another person.” The Foreign Study Program Andy Hess, Director of Foreign Study, is continuing to build the program and the offerings it provides. Working in conjunction with the EAPA, Hess is establishing a support group for host families. The group, which is made up of about 12 families, will help host families by taking the exchange student for a weekend or a period of time when the host family has other obligations. This will help broaden the exchange student’s experience and will allow more families to participate in the experience. The relationships formed through the exchange program run deep. The LaPolombaras are in regular communication with Katerina. The Giblins met Leo’s father when he visited the U.S., and the Spoffords know Andrew’s family well since their daughter Annie lived with them last summer (the Australian program is reciprocal). All of the families are very grateful for the opportunity to enrich their lives in this way. If you would like more information on becoming a host family, contact Andy Hess at 610-617-2294, ext. 3024. Unexpected Results The families all took away some unexpected things from the experience. Theresa Giblin has found that “you learn more about your own family through it all. Theresa (a junior) has had to share my time and attention with a boy—not always an easy thing Theresa Giblin with surrogate brother Leo Hoeft. The Spofford’s with Andrew Hayes (second from left) in New York City. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 8 Academics Annual Alcohol and Drug Awareness Panel A Success Upper School and Middle School working to bring the message home to both parents and students H oping to bring home to both Episcopal parents and students the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, the school hosted its annual alcohol and drug abuse awareness panel on Wednesday, October 19th. The program supports the school’s policy of taking a proactive approach when dealing with the dangers of substance abuse. For the Upper School program, all 10th-grade students and at least one parent or guardian, were required to attend the hour-and-a-half-long session. For the Middle School program, a parent or guardian of 6th-grade students was required to attend. “We feel that alcohol and drug awareness is not only a health issue for our students and Dr. Ben Usatch, an emergency room parents, but a safety issue,” said Head of the physician at Lankenau Hospital, speaks Upper School Geoff Wagg. “Our responsibilto Upper School parents and students ity is to the well-being of all of our students at the school’s annual Alcohol and Drug Awareness Panel. and providing a drug- and alcohol-free environment is the key.” Head of the Middle School Mark Devey agreed. “With Middle School families we stress the importance of prevention and work with students on making healthy decisions.” The Upper School program featured three guest speakers, Judge Thomas C. Branca of the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas, Dr. Ben Usatch, an emergency room physician at Lankenau Hospital, and Dr. Audrey Jarmins, Episcopal’s school psychologist who specializes in adolescent issues. Episcopal Hosts Former Indiana Governor And POW As 2005 Maura Murphy Lecturer O n October 6th, Joseph Kernan, the 48th Governor of Indiana (2003-2005), addressed Episcopal’s Upper School students as part of the Maura Murphy ’96 Lecture Program. Kernan was a prisoner of war for 11 months during the Vietnam War and has received numerous medals and awards. Kernan’s presentation touched on the lessons he learned as a prisoner of war, most especially the value of having people you can trust in your life. Kernan explained that the value of trust was something he took into his political life as well. The Maura Murphy ’96 Lecture Fund was established by the Murphy family and their friends to honor her memory. This fund brings speakers to Christ Chapel to assist students in their moral and emotional development. Speakers address questions and concerns that young people confront daily, as well as those issues they may encounter later in life. Real Consequences Following opening statements from Episcopal counselor Carolyn Doubman and senior Anna Bell Simpson, President of the Drug and Alcohol Awareness Group, Branca discussed in detail the criminal and financial penalties that accompany offenses such as underage drinking and driving under the influence for both students and parents. Branca also discussed the frequent correlation between sexual or indecent assault crimes and alcohol and drug use, and outlined the penalties for those as well. Usatch spent time detailing the health risks related to drug and alcohol abuse, as well as the invasive, costly, and dangerous medical procedures usually needed in the case of drug or alcohol overdose. Jarmins discussed the need for parents to take a proactive stance against drug and alcohol abuse and the importance of maintaining open lines of communication with children. A question and answer session followed the presentations. The Middle School program entitled “Navigating the Waters of Change” featured Clearings psychologist Dr. Andrew McMeekin, who works with the Middle School faculty and students, Kim Piersall, Middle School Health Coordinator, Carolyne Doubman, Charles Hollinger, Assistant Head of the Middle School, and Mark Devey, Head of the Middle School. Parents worked in small groups with each other and members of the staff to dissect and discuss their ideas on ways to prevent tobacco, drug, and alcohol abuse. In addition, the parents brainstormed on effective ways to react in the event a child makes an unwise decision. 9 Connections From left: Head of School Ham Clark, former Governor of Indiana Joseph Kernan, and Chaplain James Squire. Lower Schools Host Annual Book Fairs Fifth grade students Avery Patterson, Nick Mead, Sydney Francis, and Garrett Walling enjoyed selecting books and creating wish lists at the Devon Book Fair. The Devon and Merion events featured noted authors Jane Kirkland and Nikki Giovanni E piscopal’s lower schools at Devon and Merion each held their annual Book Fairs this past fall with two great authors. The Devon Book Fair, coordinated by EAPA volunteers, opened on Monday, September 26th. Working with Jabberwocky Children’s Books, the volunteers stocked hundreds of titles suitable for children from ages three to 12 and also included a number of books on parenting. The featured author of this year’s Devon fair was Jane Kirkland, known for her “Take a Walk” series, which introduces children to the wonders of our natural environment. Kirkland is also the winner of the 2005 National Arbor Day Foundation’s Education Award. She is a regular guest on Philadelphia’s acclaimed Kids Corner radio program on WXPN and her award-winning column about nature and Head of the Lower School at Merion Jacquelyn Hamilton, families, “Eye on Nature,” illustrator Bryan Collier, and author Nikki Giovanni spent time appears regularly in Metro with (from left) third graders Caroline Jacoby, Alden Park, and Kids. John Parker at the Merion Book Fair. Award-winning children’s author Nikki Giovanni, and award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier, spent the day at Merion on September 23rd speaking to lower school students about their work, reading from their books, and talking about Rosa Parks and the Civil Rights Movement. Giovanni is the author of many poetry books for both children and adults. She has also received numerous honors and awards, including the Rosa Park’s Women of Courage Award, the NAACP Image Award for Literary Works, the National Literary Hall of Fame for Writers of African Descent, the Langston Hughes Award, and the Black Women’s Honor Society Award. She has honorary doctorates from over 22 universities and colleges. Collier received the Coretta Scott King Award in 2001 for “Uptown.” He is also the illustrator for “Martin’s Big Words,” “Freedom River,” “John’s Secret Dreams,” “I’m Your Child God,” “Visiting Langston,” and others. Both attended through the kindness of Children’s Book World and Henry Holt and Company publishers. The book fairs raise funds for the school, but more importantly serve as vehicles to encourage reading at all levels. EA Students Rank Nationally In 2005 Wordmasters Challenge S everal students representing Episcopal recently won honorable mention in this year’s WordMasters Challenge, a national competition for high school students requiring close reading and analysis of many different kinds of prose and poetry. In the year’s first meet, which was held in October, Episcopal sophomores Kevin DiSilvestro and Alesha Thomas both placed among the top 221 highest-scoring 10th graders in the country. Juniors Andrew Hayes, Christine Vick-Kell, and Meghan McCormick, placed among the 229 highest-scoring 11th graders in the country. Senior Jen D’Angelo placed among the top 304 highest-scoring 12th graders in the country. More than 55,000 students from 46 states entered the meet. Faculty member Sheryl Forste-Grupp was this year’s faculty supervisor for Episcopal. Like the questions on the verbal SAT I, the SAT II in English Literature, and the Advanced Placement exams in both English Language and English Literature, the questions posed by the WordMasters Challenge ask students both to recognize the emotional and/or rational logic of a piece of writing and to notice the ways in which a writer’s style shapes his or her meaning. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 10 Academics Academic Award Winners Recognized for Outstanding Achievement D uring the Upper School Honors Chapel this autumn, the school recognized Upper School students whose academic performance was of the highest level. The John Plant Scholarships, based on competitive examinations in Latin translation and composition administered to rising Upper School students were given to: Erin Flynn, Hannah Sayen, Anna Stein, Jonathan Trumbull, Victoria Pratt, Sarah Nathan, and Alex Nakahara. The Cum Laude Society, which recognizes superior scholarship based on a cumulative two-year standing in the 10th and the 11th grade, inducted Tucker Brown, Michael Chang, Ashley DiSilvestro, Alexandra Gladstone, Medha Khandelwal, Zachary Morse, Alex Nakahara, Sarah Nathan, Brendan Roach, Cassandra Stuper, Alexander Wessels, and Maxwell Young. The following National Merit Semi-Finalists were honored: Christina Clark, Alexandra Gladstone, Medha Khandelwal, Alex Nakahara, Sarah Nathan, Brendan Roach, Alexander Wessels, and Maxwell Young (all have advanced to the finalist stage). Excellence in specific subject areas were recognized with individual awards: b The Jaris Meirs Memorial Prize for Excellence in Biology Christopher Ballard and Anna Stein b The Kenneth Balsley Prize for Highest Scholarship in the Rising IV Form (10th grade) Hannah Sayen and Anna Stein Cross Bridge Scholars Program Underway Joint effort with Honickman Learning Center will foster cross-cultural learning through a shared multi-media endeavor. Cum Laude (l to r): Alexandra Gladstone, Medha Khandelwal, Cassandra Stuper, Ashley DiSilvestro, Sarah Nathan, Brendan Roach. Second row: Alex Nakahara, Alexander Wessels, Max Young, Michael Chang, Tucker Brown, and Zach Morse. b The Paul Thompson Prize for American History Brendan Roach b The Williams College Alumni Prize for highest scholarship in the rising VI Form (12th grade) Michael Chang b The Cornell Club Prize awarded to the member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who has demonstrated creative problem solving in the Arts and Sciences or whose commitment to service shows concern for global issues Medha Khandelwal b The Individual Award Winners (l to r): Sarah Nathan, Emily Boucher, Trevor Fenimore, Kelsey Platt, Anna Stein. Second row: Brendan Roach, Armena Ballard, Cassie Stuper, Alexandra Gladstone, Medha Khandelwal, Mellika Khandelwal, and Hannah Sayen. Third row: Alex Wessels, Zach Morse, Michael Chang, Ben Kissner, and Chris Ballard. b The George T. Davis Prize for Highest Scholarship in the Rising V Form (11th grade) Kelsey Platt b The b The Jarvi Meirs Memorial Prize for Excellence in Chemistry Mallika Khandelwal and Winnie Liu (Honorable Mention) George Brinton Phillips Prize for the Best Essay in Physics Sarah Nathan and Brendan Roach (Honorable Mention) b The Bryn Mawr College Award in Spanish, awarded to a VI Former (12th grader) who has demonstrated the greatest enthusiasm for Spanish and the cultures of Spanish speaking people and who has made the greatest effort to use Spanish in a meaningful way Armena Ballard b The Bryn Mawr College Award in French, awarded to a VI Former (12th grader) who has demonstrated the greatest enthusiasm for French and the cultures of French speaking people and who has made the greatest effort to use French in a meaningful way Emily Boucher and Trevor Fenimore b The 11 C o n n e c t i o n s Princeton Club Prize awarded to the member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who combines the highest degree exemplary community service with excellent scholarship Sarah Nathan Richard S. Cross, Jefferson Scholar Award, to that member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who, through his or her academic, athletic and extra-curricular achievement and enthusiasm, is an example to the class Benjamin Kissner b The John Plant Scholars (l to r): Erin Flynn, Anna Stein, Hannah Sayen, Sarah Nathan. Second row: Victoria Pratt, Jon Trumbull, and Alex Nakahara. National Merit Scholars (l to r): Sarah Nathan, Alexandra Gladstone, Medha Khandelwal. Second row: Alex Wessels, Brendan Roach, Max Young, and Alex Nakahara. Missing from the photo is Christina Clark. All semi-finalists have now advanced to the finalist stage. Judy Diamondstone Prize for the Best American History Research Paper Sarah Nathan b The Harvard and Yale Club Prizes awarded to the two members of the rising VI Form (12th grade) deemed to be the most worthy by reason of scholarship, character, school spirit, influence, and all-around ability Alexandra Gladstone (Harvard Prize) and Zachary Morse (Yale Prize) E piscopal and the Honickman Learning Center have launched the Cross Bridge Scholars Program, an initiative created to help students learn how to breakdown social stereotypes, discuss issues of race and culture, and work collaboratively on multi-media projects. The ultimate goal is to publish an online magazine to be shared with high school students regionally and nationally. The Honickman Learning Center, located in North Central Philadelphia, opened two years ago to offer programs tailored to help residents of the community—including children, adults, and families—move toward greater prosperity by increasing their educational and employment opportunities through comprehensive technology and literacy instruction. The center features over 225 computers and Smart Boards in every classroom and offers a full complement of after-school and evening programs. Uniting students from each institution will provide an academically rigorous program that incorporates social learning and collaboration. The Cross Bridge Scholars program intends for the students involved to ultimately see themselves as one group, working on meaningful endeavors that can be shared with a larger community. Five students from Honickman and six students from Episcopal were selected for the program. This group of ninth and tenth graders is both coed and culturally diverse. The students will work together on Thursdays and Fridays after school and will also meet one Saturday a month. Both Honickman Learning Center and Episcopal facilities will be used. The program is being led by Project Developer Jason Esters, who will be an English Scholar in residence at Episcopal this year. b The Penn Book Award to that member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who best combines academic excellence with clarity in written and spoken expression Brendan Roach b The Connecticut College Book Award to that member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who demonstrates scholarship, has made significant contributions to the school and community, and is an example to the class Cassandra Stuper b The Colgate Book Prize awarded to that member of the rising VI Form (12th grade) who demonstrates thoughtfulness in word and deed, through a concern for humanity, academic enthusiasm, peer leadership, and strong school spirit Armena Ballard Participants in the 2005-2006 Episcopal Academy/Honickman Learning Center Cross Bridge Scholars Program are (from left to right): Andrew Espe, Anna Strong, James Butler, Kelsey Grannan, Ted Hall, and Fatima Thomas. Not Pictured: Christine Chen. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 12 New Student Leadership Team Formed Esse Quam Videri team will provide opportunities to demonstrate leadership T his past fall, Episcopal established a new leadership group, the Esse Quam Videri Leadership Team (EQV), to provide a structure for students to learn about and have opportunities to demonstrate leadership while at school. Last spring the junior class was asked to nominate classmates who demonstrated leadership skills—in the classroom, on the field, or in social settings. The faculty also nominated students. In total, 25 students were selected and asked to write essays. Faculty members read the essays and 12 students were chosen for the EQV. The members of the Esse Quam Videri Leadership Team. Front row (l to r): Michelle Thomas, Armena Ballard, Allie FitzPatrick, Medha Khandelwal, Cassie Stuper, and Kelsey Reinhard. Back row (l to r): Michael Girod, Zach Mondesire, Rob McCallion, Sam Daly, Max Young, and Chris Jahnle. The selected students spent six days this summer on an Urban Outward Bound experience, spending time getting to know each other better and discussing what it takes to be a leader. The activities included games and initiatives to practice decision-making skills and to brainstorm on effective group dynamics. They all used public transportation, hiked a great deal, and worked on trails in Fairmount Park. Working with Leadership Inc., a Philadelphia-based firm dedicated to mobilizing the talent of the private sector to work on behalf of the community, the EQV team is learning the challenges and rewards of leadership. Each month EQV meets with leaders from the Philadelphia area to better understand the challenges and issues that face the city’s civic organizations. The exposure to Philadelphia’s leaders is also helping the students build a local network as they move on to college and beyond. Middle School Recognizes Dikembe Mutombo’s Philanthropy With Stripes Award O n Tuesday, October 11th, the Episcopal Middle School presented its annual Stripes Award to Dikembe Mutombo, an Episcopal parent, for his incredible generosity and leadership in responding to the needs of others. While Mr. Mutombo is well known for leading the Philadelphia 76ers to the NBA finals in 2001, he is also a leader in raising awareness and responding to a variety of health issues plaguing people in his native country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mutombo has been a spokesman for international relief agency CARE, a leader in the Polio Eradication Campaign, and has played a pivotal role in HIV/AIDS prevention and education in the Congo. His recent project involves raising money to build a hospital and a school. Mr. Mutombo has given more than $14 million of his own money to work toward completing the project. The Episcopal Middle School is developing plans to make connections with a school in the Congo and find ways to support the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation. AP Scholar AP Scholar designation is given to students that complete three or more AP exams with grades of 3 or higher on a 5-point scale. Episcopal’s honorees were: Courtney Asher, Devon Check, Matthew Ciccotti, Christina Clark, Stephan Connelly, Cara Dayton, Matthew Ebert, Elyse Familetti, Jessica Feldman, Teresa Giblin, Michael Girod, Christopher Jahnle, Andrew Keller, Benjamin Kissner, James Mathisen, Zachary Morse, Sandra Mumanachit, Amy Rea, Rosemary Trumbull, Alexander Wessels, Lauren Zimmaro, and Amy Zug. AP Scholar with Honors AP Scholar with Honors designation is given to students that earn an average of 3.25 on all exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. Episcopal’s honorees were: Armena Ballard, Elizabeth Blass, Elizabeth Brennan, Tucker Brown, Samuel Daly, Ashley DiSilvestro, Emile Gogineni, Andrew Lerner, Edward Maiwald, Ryan Spagnolo, Cassandra Stuper, and Maxwell Young. AP Scholar with Distinction AP Scholar with Distinction is given to students that earn an average grade of 3.5 on all exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Episcopal’s honorees were: C ongratulations to the 24 representatives from the Episcopal community who attended this year’s People of Color Conference and Student Diversity Leadership Conference sponsored annually by the National Association of Independent Schools. The meeting— held this year from November 30th through December 3rd in Dallas, TX—brings together a diverse group of teachers, administrators, board members, parents, and students from independent schools around the country for networking and support in learning how to advance, build, and sustain inclusive school communities. Notable keynote and conference speakers James Earl Jones, Sandra Cisneros, Gus Lee, and Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot added insight and gravitas to the proceedings. Additionally, a number of EA participants served in important leadership roles, including: b Angelique Israel (’07), Nicole McNeal (’07), and Michelle Thomas (’06), who served as student facilitators b Twiggy Paige (LS Devon) and Jessica Perry (LS Merion), who sang with the Conference Choir b Crissy Caceres (LS Merion) and Susan LaPalombara (MS) presented a workshop on the third grade interdisciplinary unit on the Harlem Renaissance they created at Episcopal b Jackie Hamilton (Head, LS Merion) and Eric Jones (Director of Diversity and Community Life) served as facilitators during adult affinity group sessions The following students and staff also attended: Nicole Carrido, Zach Mondesire, Nantale Nsibirwa, Grace Na, Catherine Bennett, Quincy Hyson, Emilia Lee, Alan Duprez, Swannee Park, Courtney Portlock, Carolyne Doubman, Eddie Rodriguez, Cathy Hall, Mark Devey, and Ham Clark. James Billmyer, Alyssa Boente, Michael Chang, Peter Cohn, Stephanie Davidson, Alicia DeSantola, Martha Gimbel, Alexandra Gladstone, Megan Grannan, Nicholas Imbriglia, John Kamfonas, Medha Khandelwal, Alex Nakahara, Sarah Nathan, Brendan Roach, Gregory Snyder, and Bruce Stone. National AP Scholar designation is given to students that earn an average of 4 or higher on a 5-point scale on all AP exams taken and grades of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. Episcopal’s honorees were: The EA Science Department is asking for your help in providing our students with a potentially life-altering experience in science research. We are looking for research scientists who are willing to give an Episcopal student work in the laboratory during the summer, or possibly in the afternoon after school. More than 20 students are interested in such an experience. 13 C o n n e c t i o n s Fifty-one Episcopal students have earned the designation of AP Scholar by the College Board in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Program exams. Students took the AP exams in May 2005. Episcopal Contingent Attends Annual People Of Color Conference National AP Scholar Help Our Science Students Get Hands-On Experience For more information, or if you would like to participate, please contact Crawford Hill or Lance Cave at 610-617-2294, ext. 3080. Episcopal Claims 51 AP Scholars A P SC HOL A R S Academics Martha Gimbel and Medha Khandelwal. Episcopal Academy Head of Middle School Mark Devey presents the Stripes Award to Dikembe Mutombo. Attendees in the lobby of the conference hotel in Dallas, TX (l to r): In front, Twiggy Paige, Swannee Park, Nantale Nsibirwa, Nicole Carrido, Susan LaPalombara, Angelique Israel, and Emilia Lee. In back: (l to r) Eric Jones, Jessica Perry, Cathy Hall, Courtney Portlock, Zach Mondesire, Nicole McNeal, Michelle Thomas, Grace Na, Catherine Bennett, Alan Duprez, and Quincy Hyson. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 14 EA Middle School Team Wins Best Delegation At Model U.N. Conference E leven Episcopal eighth graders participated in the 10th annual George Washington Conference on International Affairs (a Model U.N. program) held in Washington, D.C. and came home with the Best Delegation from a Small School Award. Over 30 schools, represented by more than 250 students, competed in this middle school event. To prepare for the event, which included a series of committee meetings on topics such as national security, economic reform, human rights, and disarmament and nuclear weapons policies, the Episcopal students convened early on Wednesday mornings beginning in September, practicing the key skills of research, debate, and public speaking. The preparation sessions were lead by Assistant Heads of Middle School Andrea Killian and Charles Hollinger, along with history teacher Mark Luff. The winning team from the Model U.N. Conference (from left): Charles Hollinger, Shanika Griffiths, Sophia Park, Bennett Smith, Miguel Acevedo, Taylor Platt, Tory Baena, Christine Bowman, Andrea Killian, Alexa Machikas, Chris St. John, John Steele, and Mark Luff. Missing from the photo is Jeremy Davidson. 15 C o n n e c t i o n s Faculty News & Notes Susan Cannon (Middle School English and history) spent part of the summer working with Chinese middle school students in Yangzhou, China as part of a teacher enrichment program sponsored by California State Univeristy at Fullerton. Writes Cannon: “I felt like an ambassador to those who will shape the next generation of Chinese citizens and leaders. It has been a life-changing experience, one that will influence my teaching and my own students for years to come. I truly istory Department Chair believe that it is this type of exchange Chuck Bryant’s 2004-05 sabthat promotes ‘cultural competence’ batical project helped him and peaceful co-existence among “fulfill a lifelong dream” by nations.”… Millicent Bond (Middle living a writer’s life for one year. While School history) put together Mix It Up, visiting writers’ conferences and writing an event that encourages kids to step centers around the country and starting work toward receiving a masters degree out of their comfort zone for one day in writing, Chuck finished a novel he beand sit with different kids at lunch. The gan 11 years ago. Completing “The Night program is designed to promote better Watchman” helped him achieve his goal: understanding between students of to hone his skills as a writer and teacher different backgrounds. Bond put the event of writing, and model the pursuit of exceltogether at Episcopal on December 9th, lence for his students. Although the novel was his primawhich was a big success… Elizabeth ry focus, Chuck’s writing classes at Saint Cocco (Kindergarten) recently attended a Joseph’s University inspired both a short seminar with David Mallery that featured story for its literary magazine and a Rob Evans, called “The Experienced memoir about playing for the Welsh naPro.” Teachers from all over the U.S. tional basketball team. Even better was attended and shared their personal the chance “to share ideas with writers and writing teachers from across the teaching styles and experiences… country,” said Chuck. Lee Pearcy (Classics Chair) appeared His year away helped Chuck focus on with Dr. Rebecca Flemming (King’s what’s essential in education. “A school’s College, London) and Prof. Ralph Rosen people are its soul,” his narrator writes, (University of Pennsylvania) for a panel and Chuck hopes to impart that sense of presentation on “Prescription for Ancient character in the people who inhabit indeMedicine” at Bryn Mawr College. His book pendent schools—and dedicate their lives to enhancing the lives of others. His most The Grammar of Our Civility: Classical profound influence has been the 20 years Education in America (Baylor University he’s worked among dedicated individuals, Press 2005) continues to sell well… most especially the last 15 at Episcopal. Matt Lake’s (Lower School Technology Coordinator) book Weird Pennsylvania (Sterling Publishing Company 2005) is also selling well, and has been seen being heavily promoted in local Borders stores… Carolyne Doubman (Upper School Counselor), along with Radnor counselor Lynne Blair, put together a program for Upper School students in the area who are displaced from New Orleans. They hosted a lunch at EA on November 18th so that the kids could meet one another, share stories, and know that they are not alone in their particular situation. Chuck Bryant Fulfills a Lifelong Dream While on Sabbatical H Athletics EA Sweeps First Haverford/ Agnes Irwin Weekend Episcopal’s girls and boys finish 2-1-1 and 3-1 in competition, respectively, to take coveted sweater and banner E A swept the inaugural Haverford/Agnes Irwin Weekend by winning five out of eight athletics contests and tying one. Episcopal’s victories in football, boys soccer, and boys cross country, coupled with girls victories in field hockey, tennis, and a tie in soccer, ensured that Episcopal took both the Haverford sweater and the AIS banner this year. Although there were some mixed feelings about the inclusion of Agnes Irwin to Haverford Day during the planning stages, the atmosphere and eventual results were impossible to argue. All of the girls’ games (with the exception of cross country, which was held early Saturday morning) were held on Friday, culminating in an evening field hockey/soccer doubleheader under the lights at Saint Joseph’s University. Fan support was fantastic despite the cold temperatures, with several thousand people in attendance. As usual, all of the boys’ games were held on Saturday, making for a complete weekend of school spirit, athletic competition, and tradition. “It was a spectacular weekend for our boys, for our girls, and for the entire Episcopal Academy community,” said Head of School Ham Clark. “Our athletes had good success on the field bringing back the ‘sweater’ and winning the inaugural banner, and our fans conducted themselves with respect and appreciation for our opponents. We added to what is an already rich tradition.” This was the 96th meeting between Episcopal Academy and Haverford Haverford’s Head of School Joe Cox congratulates School and the 116th anniversary of the Ham Clark as he’s presented with the sweater after first game played between the schools in the boys’ football team ensured a weekend victory 1889. with their 21-0 win. EA students, along with athletic director Gina Buggy, pose with the EA/Agnes Irwin Banner. The girls won the inaugural banner by finishing with two wins, one loss, and one tie in their four athletic contests. Several hours later, the students posed with the coveted sweater as well (at left), as the boys finished with three wins and one loss in their four contests. Event Results Academics Girls Tennis: Win Episcopal Academy 5 / Agnes Irwin 2 Field Hockey: Win Episcopal Academy 1 / Agnes Irwin 0 Girls Soccer: Tie Episcopal Academy 1 / Agnes Irwin 1 (OT) Girls Cross Country: Loss (Low score wins) Episcopal Academy 32 / Agnes Irwin 17 Boys Cross Country: Win (Low score wins) Episcopal Academy 23 / Haverford 38 Boys Water Polo: Loss Episcopal Academy 6 / Haverford 8 Boys Soccer: Win Episcopal Academy 1 / Haverford 0 Football: Win Episcopal Academy: 21 / Haverford 0 W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 16 Athletics Fall Athletic Award Winners Gallagher Honored by Philadelphia Eagles E A football coach Bill Gallagher was named the Phildelphia area’s high school football coach of the week following the Churchmen’s 16-8 victory over Chestnut Hill Academy on Saturday, September 10th. Gallagher was honored on the field by the Eagles during their game against the San Francisco 49ers on September 18th. Each winner’s football program receives a $1,000 donation from NFL Charities. Gallagher, who is in his first year as Episcopal Academy’s football coach, is a graduate of Father Judge High School and the University of Notre Dame. He led the team to a 7-4 record this season. Next Year’s Captains: Football Luke Miller & Daniel Gillespie Boys Soccer King Saah & Max Crockett Boys Cross Country William Oldfather Boys Water Polo Charles Manning & Carter Cox Girls Water Polo Sophia Lambertsen & Mallika Khandelwal Field Hockey Jessie Small & Logan Greer Girls Tennis Anne Madeira & Sarah (Addie) Johnston Girls Cross Country Paige Donaldson Girls Soccer Ashley Aruffo & Andrea McGovern The undefeated Middle School girls’ soccer team: (top row, l to r): coach Kim Piersall, Tori Spofford, Alexa Buckley, Anayis Melikian, Rachel Howard, Taylor Trimble, Haley Habenicht, Grace Baena, Novari Bailey, and coach Roland Sarko. Bottom row (l to r): Olivia DeSalvo, Christine Bowman, Sarah Mehalick, Sophia Park, Claire MacManus, Chandler Aitken, Courtney McKinney, and Amanda Chikowski. Not pictured: Alex Grogan. Middle School Girls’ Soccer Completes Third-Consecutive Undefeated Season F or the third consecutive year, the Middle School girls’ soccer team finished undefeated, boasting a record of 8-0-1. This is the third consecutive undefeated season for the girls’ “A” squad. Leading the talented team were Alexa Buckley, who scored 13 goals, and Anayis Melikian, who was a strong force for the defense. Coaches Roland Sarko and Kim Piersall will put the streak on the line again next fall, and are excited about the rising group of 7th and 8th graders that will help in its defense. Piersall Inducted Into Ursinus Hall of Fame Women’s lacrosse goalkeeper led Bears to two national championships M iddle School health coordinator and co-director of Middle School athletics, Kim Piersall, was inducted into the Ursinus College Athletic Hall of Fame on October 21st. A four-time allAmerican goalkeeper in lacrosse at Ursinus, Piersall anchored two national championship teams, one runner-up, and one semi-finalist. She was awarded the Ensign C. Markland Kelly Jr. Award for most outstanding goaltender in Division III lacrosse in 1990, and from 1989 to 1992, Piersall was a member of the U.S. Women’s Lacrosse Squad. Junior Varsity Captains and Improvement Certificates: Captain(s) Most Improved JV Field Hockey Kerri McShane Bridget McShane 3rd Team Soccer Kraig Lunkenheimer Alex Hess Daniel McCarthy JV Football JV Boys Cross Country JV Boys Water Polo JV Girls Soccer JV Boys Soccer JV Girls Tennis 3RD Team Tennis Shane Isdaner Matt Ciccotti Thomas Bergstrom Alexandra Peters Taylor Hess Alex Nakahara Shalini Tinni Maitra Liza Walling N/A Benjamin Kauder Eric Cross Jack Archer Clemens Bourdeaux Cox Richard Craft Julia Tamaccio Erin Flynn Special Awards: The EA Cross Country Team Award (Boys) Andrew Keller The Mind, Body and Spirit Prize (Boys Cross Country) Tucker Brown The Philip Marr Lillie Award Zachary Morse The F. Eugene Dixon, Jr. Bowl Timothy Ivory The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize (Football) Benjamin Kissner The Alumni Memorial Gold Soccer Ball (Boys) Ralph Elliott The Class of 1999 Soccer Award (Boys) Christopher Jahnle The EA Defender Award (Boys Soccer) Richard Brooman EA’s Bicentennial Class Field Hockey Award Jane Gartland & Alexa Marymor The Team of 1994 Field Hockey Award Logan Greer The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize (Field Hockey) Elizabeth Doody The High Scorer Award (Field Hockey) Jessie Louise Small The Team of 1986 Tennis Award Elspeth Boynton The Mind, Body, and Sprint Prize (Girls Tennis) Alexandra Van Arkel The Singles Champion Award (Girls Tennis) Elizabeth Drew Hamlin The Wm. J. Dougherty III Water Polo Excellence Charles Manning The Kristofer B. Dahl Water Polo Award John Maxwell Kelly The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize (Boys Water Polo) John Maxwell Kelly The Episcopal Academy Water Polo Excellence Award (Girls) Lauren Griesser The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize (Girls Water Polo) Ashley DiSilvestro The Team of 1994 Cross Country Award, in memory of Maura C. Murphy (Girls) Nell Fortune-Greeley The Mind, Body and Spirit Prize (Girls Cross Country) Devon Check The Catherine M. Hunt Soccer Award (Girls) Claire Pelura The Episcopal Academy Gold Soccer Ball (Girls) Hallie Snyder The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize (Girls Soccer) Christina Clark Varsity Teams Most Improved Awards: Football Piervincenzo Russo & Andrew Kissner Boys Soccer Ronald Richter Boys Cross Country Todd Harrity Boys Water Polo Kieran Marshall Girls Water Polo Jennifer Suspenski & Sophia Lambertsen Field Hockey Eugenia Norcini Girls Tennis Caroline Constable Girls Cross Country Emily Barclay Lemmon & Jasmine Pope Girls Soccer Samantha Arbitman School Awards and Championships Girls Tennis Inter Ac Championship Sun Valley Boys Soccer Tournament Champion PA Independent School Championship Boys Cross Country – 2nd place Eastern Girls Water Polo Tournament – 3rd place Special Awards: First Team All Main Line Teams; Field Hockey Logan Greer, Jane Gartland, Elizabeth Doody Boys Cross Country Andrew Keller, Justin Moore Boys Soccer Ralph Elliott, King Saah, Keith Lunkenheimer Girls Soccer Ashley Aruffo, Claire Pelura Girls Tennis Elizabeth Hamlin, Maud Kent, Elspeth Boynton Football Benjamin Kissner, Zachary Morse, Timothy Ivory Boys Water Polo Max Kelly, Charlie Manning, Kevin DiSilverstro First Team All Inter-Ac Certificates: Field Hockey Logan Greer & Elizabeth Doody Boys Soccer Boys Cross Country Girls Tennis Football All Inter-Ac Girls Soccer Water Polo Ralph Elliott Andrew Keller Elizabeth Hamlin & Caroline Constable; Anne Madeira & Alexandra Van Arkel Luke Miller, Daniel Gillespie, Zach Morse, Robert FitzPatrick, Ben Kissner Claire Pelura , Ashley Aruffo J. Maxwell Kelly Second Team All Inter-Ac Certificates: Boys Soccer King Saah, Max Crockett Honorable Mention All Inter-Ac: Field Hockey Jane Gartland Girls Soccer Hallie Snyder Kim Piersall 17 C o n n e c t i o n s W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 18 Athletics Arts Parents Association 5-K Race And Fun Run The Episcopal Academy Parents Association hosted a 5-K race and one-mile fun run on the property of its future home in Newtown Square on October 2nd. Over 60 runners signed up to tackle the mixed surface course and another 25 children participated in the one-mile fun run. At the conclusion of the race activities, families from the entire school community gathered for Harvest Day, an afternoon of carnival games, music, and food. Some of the winners of the day (seen above from left to right) were: Ceci Clark, Will Deasey, Joseph Terrell, Richie Palazzese, and Caroline O’Rourke. Back row (l to r): Theresa Taylor, Laurie Smith, Dan McCormick, Kelly Robinson, Billy McAvoy, Henry Fischer, and Courtney Robinson. Y T Episcopal Academy Alum And Pro Cycler Tyler Wren Speaks To AP Biology Students S tudents in Science Chair Crawford Hill’s AP Biology class recently enjoyed a question and answer session with alumnus Tyler Wren ’99, a Rosemont native and member of the Colavita and Sutter Home Professional Cycling Team. The class is currently studying the biology of athletic performance to start the course, and Lance Armstrong, and cyclists in general, are an obvious topic. Hill explains the link between racing and biology: “My approach to teaching biology is to reveal the major concepts and themes through stories. I use real stories – like the unique accomplishments of Lance Armstrong – to get to a deeper understanding of how we move. Tyler Wren provided us with a first-hand account of how he monitors, listens to, and adjusts to his own biology as he prepares for the extraordinary rigors of racing 85 to 90 days a year.” Wren, who took up cycling while at Princeton (2003 graduate), discussed the physical and mental challenges of professional cycling. He was a three-time Collegiate National Roadracing Champion and finished 30th in the biggest race in America, Philadelphia’s own Wachovia U.S. Pro Championship last June. Pictured with Tyler Wren (center) are EA seniors (from left) Liz Doody, Max Young, Alex Terzian, and Lauren Zimmaro. 19 C o n n e c t i o n s Lower School At Merion Hosts Colonial Day Michelle Kim Qualifies For 2006 PMEA Region Six Orchestra he Pennsylvania Music Education Association (PMEA) has chosen sophomore Michelle Kim for the Region Six Orchestra after a strong showing in the District 11 Orchestra Festival, which was held in January. This year’s festival included over 120 of the best high school musicians from 60 schools in Bucks and Montgomery County. The conductor for the symphony orchestra program was Rosalind Erwin of the Pottstown Symphony. The concert program included: “Overture to Candide (Bernstein)”, “Capriccio Espagnol (Rimsky-Korsakov)”, “Overture to the Wasps (Vaughn Williams)”, and “Les Preludes (Liszt)”. Fall Production of As You Like It Draws Raves T he Domino Club produced another hit this past fall with an adapted version of Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It. Director and theater department chair, Gabrielle Bernard, described As You Like It as a complete collaboration between the students behind the scenes and on the stage. The set was completely built by students in the technical theatre class and in the Upper and Middle School after-school programs. The actors worked incredibly hard to make Shakespeare’s language their own and to create characters that were modern with an older text. Bringing it all together was the music duo on the stage the entire show, setting the mood with incredible original music set to the actual text. The 32-member cast included Tucker Brown as Orlando, Sarah Steele as Rosalind, and Alicia LaPalombara as Celia. “It was a wonderful experience for me, personally, leading actors to explore the language that is so rich with meaning,” said Bernard. “The entire cast and crew worked so well together and took pride in what transformed into a truly magical piece of art.” ou’ve been to Williamsburg, but have you been to Caceresburg and Brockwellville? This past fall, third grade students in Dietrich House came together and brought the Colonial Era to life. Through personal narratives focusing on the many trades in colonial times, the students worked collaboratively to bring a day in a colonial village to life in the year 1730. In the morning, parent volunteers worked with the students on making various crafts from this fascinating time period, and in the afternoon, all families joined the celebration as students, dressed in period clothing and using props, delivered expressive and engaging speeches. In the end, all shared corn bread and cider as a symbol of simplicity and community. If you did not get to visit this year’s Colonial Fair, please stop by as the year 1731 comes to life in Dietrich House next fall! J Johnathan Trumbull Wins 2006 Singing City Prize For Young Composers unior Jonathan Trumbull was awarded First Prize in the 2006 Singing City Prize for Young Composers in early January. Jonathan’s winning composition, “The Snow,” is based on a poem by Caroline Alice Elgar. As First Prize winner, Jonathan will receive a $1,000 cash award and a one-year mentorship with professional composer Andrew Bleckner. A performance of “The Snow” premiered at Singing City’s Winter Concert on February 25th at the First Baptist Church at 17th and Sansom Streets. This year’s Singing City Competition for Young Composers included college students, as well as high school students, from across the country. Trumbull has been studying music for 10 years. Jon was awarded runner-up in last year’s Singing City Prize for Young Composers for his piece “Let Nothing Disturb Thee,” which was performed at the choir’s Voices of Remembrance concert in May 2005. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 20 Arts Jazz Lower School At Devon Has A Busy Fall The Episcopal had an opportunity to play for and meet with Third and fourth graders present productions of The Emperor’s New Clothes and Once Upon A Shoe, respectively T Pennsylvania governor Ed Rendell at a Christmas party this past holiday season hosted by Episcopal he Lower School at Devon drama program had a fantastic fall. Fairy tales, fables, and nursery rhymes were the theme for this years’ productions, and the third and fourth grade kicked off the season with a bang. The third grade performed a hilarious, but meaningful, version of The Emperor’s New Clothes on November 9th and 10th. The fable’s message stressed the importance of speaking up and telling the truth, even when it is unpopular to do so. It also warned the audience of the pitfalls of vanity and greed. The highlight of the production was when the emperor strutted his stuff in front of all the villagers in only his Sponge Bob Square Pants pajamas, which he believed were clothes made from the finest golden thread. The fourth grade followed with their production of Once Upon A Shoe, by Joseph Robinette, on December 1st and 2nd. The play began with Mother Goose explaining to her children that they must leave their home—a worn out, old shoe—and move to an old sneaker across the tracks. The children are horrified, and they decide they will try to raise money to save their shoe by putting on a show of their mother’s nursery rhymes. The audience saw familiar classics like “Humpty Dumpy” and “Mary, Mary Quite Contrary” in a whole new light through this inventive slapstick comedy. Carli Grims (at left) and Richard Palazzese in the Lower School at Devon’s production of Once Upon A Shoe. Lower School at Devon third graders thoroughly enjoyed working on their production of The Emperor’s New Clothes. 21 C o n n e c t i o n s Combo family the Vales. From left: John-Paul Galib, Peter Vale, parent Elizabeth Vale, Zach Mondesire, Upper School music teacher Ryan Dankanich, governor Ed Rendell, Max Young, Chris Jahnle, Greg Cohn, Alex Courtney Brockwell’s third grade class at Merion poses with their Bunnicula puppets. Terzian, and Mark Nakahara. Merion Third Graders Develop Production Around Children’s Book Bunnicula T his past November, Courtney Brockwell’s third grade class at Merion studied the book Bunnicula by James and Deborah Howe and used their work to create a dramatic performance they shared with their classmates. The story of Bunnicula is about the Monroe family, which finds a homeless bunny and takes it home. However, the Monroes’ literate, sensitive, and keenly observant family cat soon decides there is something weird about this rabbit. Pointy fangs, the appearance of a cape, and black-and-white coloring make it clear that this is a vampire bunny. Chester the cat’s attempts to alert the blissfully ignorant family make for an exciting story. Once the student’s finished reading and discussing the story, each student was assigned felt pieces and other materials to assemble two puppets. Each puppet was made to represent a character from the story of Bunnicula. Next, the students each wrote a short play involving their two characters. The purpose of the play was to make the two characters solve the mystery of exactly who Bunnicula is. The culminating activity was to share the play with the students in the other Merion third grade class. Students learned about dialogue, parts of a play, dramatization of a character, and using evidence to solve a mystery. Community Players Put on How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying T he Episcopal Academy Community Players, a theater group comprised of parents, teachers, alumni, and friends of the school, put on their 32nd annual production in January performing one of the most delightfully irreverent musicals of all time, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. From the authors of Guys And Dolls this inventive and infectious show is a brilliant satire of big business. The story follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive. Along the way he tackles such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant “company man,” the boss’s whiny, nepotistic nephew, the office party, backstabbing co-workers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love. This year’s stage director was Barry Brait, and the musical director was Keith Ramsey – both newcomers to the Players. Returning as choreographer was Delores Suprenant. Other members of the cast and crew included (but was not limited to): Edna Adelberg, Lauren Bowes, Kempley Bryant, Gary Bullock, Peyton Craighill, Alice Dagit, Chris D’Angelo, Sandy Daly, Sandy Davis, Ginger Dayle, Jock Deasey, Paul DeSanctis, Alan Duprez, Troy Fisher, Penelope Gatos-Farook, Mary Greco, Lita Haack, Ted Haenn, Kerry Kettering, Karen King, Mark Luff, Lisa McFarland, Nabi Moghadam, Joy and Steve Muir, John Orr, Pat Ryan, Dale Schomer, Jim Scott, Karla Shantz, Stephanie Shore, Laurie Smith, Linda and Warren Smith, Rev. James Squire, Jane Thompson, Terri Tomolo, and Renee Wayne. Middle School Presents Honk! Jr. T he Episcopal Academy Middle School Harlequin Club put on a rousing fall musical, “HONK! Jr.,” with theater teacher Susan LaPalombara as director, music chair Joseph Buches as musical director, and theater teacher Mandie Banks as choreographer. Written by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, “HONK!” is the classic Hans Christian Anderson tale of “The Ugly Duckling” transformed into a moving, funny and highly entertaining musical. HONK! tells the story of Ugly, whose ‘different’ looks instantly incite prejudice from his neighbors and family. Ugly becomes separated from his family and must find his way back home, both physically and emotionally. On his journey he discovers his true beauty and finds love and acceptance. It was a wonderful evening of entertainment for all, and the cast and crew had a full house at their public performance on November 18th. Pictured are eighth graders Ben Mascioli, who played The Ugly Duckling, and Christy DiSilvestro, who played The Cat, performing the musical number, “Play With Your Food.” W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 22 Alumni Ten Inducted Into Athletic Hall of Fame and Seven Honored at Inaugural Alumni Awards Dinner O n Friday, November 11th, the Alumni Society hosted the inaugural Alumni Awards Dinner. The event was a great success, with 10 alumni and honorary alumni being inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame and seven individuals being honored with alumni awards. Over 230 people attended. Charlie Ogelsby ’63, President of the Alumni Society’s Board of Managers, and Gina Buggy, Hon., Director of Athletics, acted as Co-Masters of Ceremony. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Distinguished Alumnus Award to Rush Haines ’61. In addition, Frank Leto ’77 was honored with the Distinguished Service Award, and Nicholas Biddle, Jr. ’36 and Erwin “Beettle” Fiero ’50 (deceased) jointly received the Community Service Award. In an effort to recognize the achievements of Episcopal’s younger alumni, the Alumni Society presented two new awards, the Alumni Spirit Award, which was presented to Ann Madara Kraftson ’85, and the Young Alumni Award, which was shared by Kyle Eckel ’00 and Elizabeth Pillion ’01. The new members of the Athletic Hall of Fame are: Jim Auch, Hon., Eugene Burroughs ’90, Bixby Bush ’59, Jay Crawford ’57, Brian Dougherty ’92, Jack Harter, Hon. (deceased), Curt Lauber ’63, Tom Page ’75 (deceased), Ken Smith ’50, and Alanna Wren ’92. This new event is the merger of the Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner and Alumni Awards Ceremony. The Alumni Society had two purposes in bringing together these two events: to recognize the highest honors the society bestows upon its members before the greatest audience possible and to develop an event that would become the society’s signature evening during the year. Recent Grads Return To Meet With Upper School Students F ifteen recent graduates returned to Episcopal in early January for a luncheon and discussion with the current junior and senior classes. Geared toward demystifying the world of college academics and dorm life, the program gave students time to ask questions about particular colleges (14 different schools were represented) and about the transition from Episcopal to college life. Attending were: (Front Row, from left) David Allen, ’05, Jamie Zug ’03, Alicia DeSantola ’05, Rory Everitt ’03, (second row, from left) Michael Ciccotti ’04, Alicia Wetmore ’03, Head of School Ham Clark, Megan Grannan ’05, (third row, from left) Matt Szporka ’03, Susie Talbot ’04, Andrew Chipego ’04, (top row, from left) Lou Calabrese ’05, Dan Nealis ’05, Nick Roberts ’02, and Jason Eskin ’03. 23 C o n n e c t i o n s Annual Golf Invitational Community Forum with Trudy Rubin A lumni, students, parents, faculty, family, and friends packed a standing-room-only theater for an enthralling 50-minute discourse by Philadelphia Inquirer foreign affairs columnist Trudy Rubin this November. Rubin enlightened the audience with stories about her years spent throughout the Middle East, specifically her most recent trips to Iraq and the societal transitions she experienced over time while embedded there. Students led the charge during the question and answer portion of the evening, asking about Iraq’s elections, the ongoing insurgency, and the United States’ reasoning for going to war. Rubin left no stone unturned as she delivered a spectacular, articulate, emotional recount of her experiences, her discoveries, and her opinion. Upcoming Alumni Events Sunday, March 26 “Class of ’66 Spring Training Reunion” in Clearwater at the Phillies-Red Sox Spring Training game at Brighthouse Field. Open to all alumni. The EA Thanksgiving Alumni Soccer Game 2005. Front row (l to r): Rick Whelan ’74, Dave Fryman ’81, Andrew Addis ’99, Andrew Saland ’89, David Lorry ’84, Mike O’Connor ’96, Matt Evans ’88, Greg Johnson ’86, Dave Cunningham ’73, Brian Long ’02, Chris Jahnle ’06, and Hallie Snyder ’09. Back row (l to r): Ed Fenimore ’75, Max Crockett ’07, Tucker Crockett ’03, Adrian Cox (varsity boys’ coach), Tom Melvin ’98, Catherine Hunt ’99, Trevor Walker ’99, Josh Hollinger ’00, Tripper Heckscher ’99, Adam Murray ’02, Brien Murphy ’00, Drew Crockett ’01, Kevin Dugan ’02, John Salvucci ’98, Ryan Watson ’94, Chad Kurz ’00, Ned Hole ’01, Matt Surprenant ’04, Chris Sherwin ’05, Alec Raiken ’06, Jeff Addis ’02, Tim Mahoney ’02, Greg Snyder ’05, Nick Imbriglia ’05, Craig Wallace ’05, and King Saah ’07. Over 50 Turn Out For Thanksgiving Athletic Events 80 golfers gathered at Gulph Mills Golf Club to reconnect with friends, support the Alumni Society, and enjoy a beautiful day on one of Philadelphia’s finest courses. Marc Heppe ’62 joined his father, Bud Heppe ’37, Ryan Ade ’94 (shown below l to r with Rich Crockett ’82), and Mike Goody ’94 (not pictured) to capture the tournament title beating last year’s champions by only one point. Hearty soccer and field hockey players brave freezing temperatures for a little holiday fun O ver 40 former Episcopal soccer players participated in the Annual EA Thanksgiving Soccer Game. The weather was seasonally cold, but the current varsity players and young alumni took on the “Old Heads” in a heated match-up that ended with a winning goal scored for the younger players by Episcopal Varsity Coach Adrian Cox. The soccer players weren’t the only ones who braved the cold weather, however. Approximately 15 field hockey alumnae braved the 20-degree temperatures to gather for the first ever alumnae field hockey game. Anne Hall, Director of College Guidance and past parent, joined coaches Carolyne Doubman, Colleen Bernabei and Gina Buggy on the field making for another very enjoyable holiday get-togther. Tuesday, April 4 Career Day @ EA Friday May 5 & Saturday May 6 Alumni Reunion Weekend and EA/GA Day Wednesday, May 17 EA Community Forum Program #3 “Exploring Philadelphia’s Christ Church and Burial Ground” Reception @ 6:00pm and Tours @ 7:00pm The EA Thanksgiving Alumnae Field Hockey Game 2005. Front row (kneeling l to r): Sara Weiner ’01, Carolyne Doubman (varsity girls assistant coach), Madeline Lurio ’05, Kelly Robinson ’05, Colleen Bernabei (former varsity assistant coach), Anne Marie Person ’05, Jess Walls ’97, Susie (Beers) Macciocca ’97, and Maria Solomon ’96. Back row (standing l to r): Gina Buggy (varsity head coach and athletic director), Daria Natan ’95, Anne Hall (past parent and director of college guidance), Jen Miller ’95, Courtney Robinson ’02, Colby Hall ’98, Casey Rogers ’99, Ursula MacMullan ’98, Kimmy Gardner ’00, and Taryn Streich ’00. Gary Madeira ’72 battled-it-out to win the putting contest and Mark Niness ’88 won “Closest to the Pin.” Nick Christos ’86 was selected to attempt the Million Dollar Shot 165 yards from the pin on Hole 9, but unfortunately he came up “short and to the right” of pocketing the money. Bob Beatty ’84 was presented with the “Longest Drive Award” for his journey from Hermosa Beach, CA, while Chris Haab ’78 won the “Longest Drive Contest” for his performance on the course. The Alumni Office would like to thank the members of the Golf Committee (Bruce Walsh ’86, Win Lippincott ’99, Brant Singley ’80, Charlie Ogelsby ’62, and John Rettew ’50) for their hard work on and off the course. A very special thanks is also due to this year’s Golf Committee Chair, Rich Crockett ’82. His tireless efforts and dedicated work resulted in a very successful outing and fundraiser for the Episcopal Academy Alumni Society. Finally, the Alumni Society Board of Managers would like to thank everyone who spent Friday afternoon golfing. The energy and support were greatly appreciated. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 24 Alumni Spirituality & Community Life Episcopal’s Annual Can Drive To Fight Hunger A Huge Success The New England Alumni Regional Event in Cambridge, MA was held this past December. Some in attendance were: (l to r) Rush Haines ’61, Chris Butler, Jennifer (Haines) Butler ’88, Doug Kiley ’88, and Mike Rothenberg ’88. With the help of Haverford School and Agnes Irwin School, over 53,000 cans of food were donated to the Philadelphia Committee to End Homelessness The EA Alumni Society Board of Managers joined other Philadelphia alumni for a “State of the School” address and a presentation on the new campus property this past October. Some of those in attendance were: (l to r) Charlie Moleski ’89, John Hodge ’62, Rex Gary ’73, Karl Mayro ’84, Fred Dittmann ’71, Holly (Sando) Rieck ’91, Win Lippincott ’99, Loyd Pakradooni ’65, and Rich Crockett ’82. Alumni Regional Events Held In Philadelphia and Boston In addition to visiting with old friends, attendees were treated to presentations on the new campus and its progress E piscopal alumni gathered in both Philadelphia and Boston this past fall and winter, respectively, to visit with old friends, faculty, and Ham Clark, Head of School. On October 1st, under a tent at the site of the new campus in Newtown Square, a spirited group of Philadelphia-area alumni and their guests were treated to a fascinating look at both the history of the existing campus, by our own Jim Garrison ’75, and the shape of the future home of Episcopal by Phil Dordai, the chief architect working on the project. Both Jim and Phil work for Hillier Associates, the lead architectural firm designing the new campus. Boston regional alumni were also invited to a similar reception that showcased the progress and future of Episcopal’s new home. Architect Graham Gund joined the group in Boston and presented the function and potential of the proposed Campus Center, while Ham Clark highlighted the master plan’s footprint and what alumni can start to expect with the changing season this spring. At both events, alumni young and old shared their favorite stories about their Episcopal experiences and were regaled with stories about events and activities happening on campus right now. Attendees also heard from Gretchen Burke, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, who spoke about her commitment to keeping the alumni as involved in the life of the school as possible, both now and in the future. 25 C o n n e c t i o n s Alumni Photo Gallery Now Online Looking for pictures from a great Episcopal alumni event? Browse through and purchase pictures from athletics and alumni events on Episcopal’s new addition to the Web site, ShortQueue. You can get to the ShortQueue photos galleries from either the front page of the Episcopal Web site, or by clicking on Welcome Alumni/Photo Album/View the Episcopal Academy ShortQueue Photo Gallery from the front page. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Assistant Director of Alumni Jen Slike at 610-617-2294, ext. 3143. E piscopal, with the help of the Haverford School and Agnes Irwin School, collected over 53,000 cans in this year’s Can Drive to fight hunger. The can drive is conducted every year by the Upper School Vestry and Middle School Chapel Council, and the effort culminates with the loading of a tractor-trailer that delivers the canned goods to local food banks on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. This year’s effort was the largest in school history and all food collected was donated to the Philadelphia Committee to End Homelessness (PCEH). In addition to collecting food for PCEH, students from all three schools also accepted cash donations, and Episcopal’s vestry presented PCEH with a check for $6,316 as well. “This was truly was a schoolwide effort and response,” said Chaplain Jim Squire. “We had great numbers of students and faculty helping to sort and box at the school after our combined Middle and Upper School Thanksgiving Chapel Service, which made all the difference. Special thanks go to the Middle School Chapel Council and the Upper School Vestry for their tremendous leadership of the drive, making it the best year yet.” This year’s Can Drive broke all records as more than 53,000 cans and more than $6,000 went to fight hunger in the Philadelphia area. Annual Toy Drive Helps Bring Holiday Spirit To Those Less Fortunate T he annual toy drive to help less fortunate children in the Philadelphia area was a hit again this year. The Student Council organized the toy drive in the Upper School, by purchasing new toys with proceeds from a chapel collection. Middle and Upper School advisories “adopt” a family and purchase gifts. Several Lower School classes also “adopted” children, including the third grade at Devon who went on a shopping trip to Kmart with money they earned doing chores. More than 150 children received gifts from the generosity of the Episcopal community. Agencies the school works with include Episcopal Community Service, HERO, Family Support Services of Upper Darby, and WePAC. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 26 Spirituality & Community Life Community Service Sets Up Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund Other Community Service Projects This Fall… EA Fun Day Upper School students hosted 60 special needs young adults for a funfilled day on the EA campus. The day included lots of games, crafts, and lunch… Music O Performances The Cantores and MS Singers visited Saunders House, and the Upper nce again, the Episcopal Academy community rallied to assist people in need, this time for those affected by Hurricane Katrina. Lower School students collected books, new toys, and games for children up to nine years of age. Lower School students also wrote letters to relief workers in the Gulf Coast area. Middle School students collected backpacks and school supplies. Additionally, students donated the proceeds from their first Friday Night Live to Katrina relief. Upper School students had a chapel offering and held a benefit dance. The proceeds from the chapel collections and dances totaled more than $5,000, and all proceeds were donated to the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund. Community Service, Vestry, Student Council, and the EAPA also held a New Orleans theme potluck dinner on January 29th. School Concert Choir and Vocal Ensemble performed at St. Katherine’s School… CHOP Book Collection Several hundred children’s books were collected for the Reach Out and Read initiative of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. This program takes books and distributes them to doctor’s waiting rooms for young patients to read and take home… Cornerstone Christian Academy Fourth and Fifth Grade students at the Lower School at Devon spent a day getting to know partners at this school in Southwest Philadelphia. The classes will visit one another several times during the course of the year… Devon PreKindergarten Mrs. Reinhard’s pre-kindergarten class visited the residents at Dunwoody Retirement Home. Trips will continue each month… Clothing Drive The 10th grade spent the month of January sorting and bagging clothing for several agencies in the greater Philadelphia area. Some of the agencies that are recipients of the clothing drive are the Salvation Army, Philadelphia Committee to End Homelessness, WePAC (West Philadelphia Alliance for Children), Seamen’s Church Institute, and HERO (a community Students Participate In Habitat For Humanity Project C onstruction on the EAPA sponsored Habitat for Humanity home in Chester, PA began this fall. Students have been on-site, and the first parents’ work date was January 21st. This is an exciting endeavor for the community in preparation for the school’s move to Delaware County. Episcopal is responsible for staffing the worksite the first and third Saturdays of every month until the house is completed. Please check the Community Service Web page for more information. EA volunteers on the Habitat for Humanity Project. 27 C o n n e c t i o n s center in North Philadelphia)… Casserole Creations Upper School students made over Mary Eldridge, mother of sixth grade student Jack Eldridge, holds the banner high as the team crosses the finish line. 40 casseroles for St. Vincent’s Homeless Shelter one afternoon. Students purchased, Episcopal Has Strong Showing At 2005 Dragon Boat Festival served over the Thanksgiving weekend… SHARE Several Lower School classes have T he three teams launched by Episcopal Academy enjoyed huge success both on and off the river at the Fifth Annual Philadelphia Dragon Boat Festival on October 7th. The Episcopal Navy came home with a silver medal, the DragonEArs came home with a bronze medal, and the GrEAt Blue Dragons came in third in the consolation final. Two of the three teams had to race against each other in the first heat, but then had fun cheering each other on in subsequent races. Parents, Upper School students, other Episcopal community members, and friends all practiced together, raced together, and had fun together. All of the teams achieved their goals: To finish the race, not to flip over, to do some fundraising, and to have a great time. At press time, Episcopal raised over $8,000 for the West Philadelphia Alliance for Children, Fox Chase Cancer Center, and Episcopal Relief & Development for Hurricane Katrina. Congratulations to all who went out on a limb to try something new, with people they didn’t know, that involved giving up their own free time, and being on the river all day long. Come by the Community Service Office to see even more great photos! cooked, assembled, and delivered the meals to the organization. The meals were volunteered at SHARE, a food bank in Philadelphia. SHARE distributed nearly 12,000 boxes of food for Thanksgiving, and EA students helped pack several hundred of them… Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Students, parents, faculty, and staff were invited to participate in a day of service to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. Lower School students had activities at the Lower School at Devon. Middle and Upper School students were able to work at the Greater Philadelphia Book Bank, SHARE, HERO, Peachtree & Ward Catering (making and baking pies for University City Hospitality Coalition), and Calvin Presbyterian Church… UCHC Students went to the soup kitchen run by UCHC every Thursday evening to feed the hungry… St. Barnabas Shelter Students went to this mission every Wednesday evening to serve dinner to the mothers and children… Community Child Development Center Students visited this low-income day care center weekly to read with the children… St. Katherine’s School Students visit this Air Force Officer Honored At Veterans’ Day Chapel I n honor of Veterans Day this past fall, the Episcopal Academy welcomed Andrea Hooper of the United States Air Force to address the Upper school in chapel. Andrea Hooper, a native of Chambersburg, PA and a 1996 graduate of Mansfield University, was the speaker this year. After college, Hooper joined the United States Peace Corps and was given an assignment in Kyrgyzstan. Andrea completed her full 27month tour in Kyrgyzstan and returned to America in 1999. She then joined the United States Air Force, earning her commission as a Second Lieutenant. Andrea served as a personnel officer for the Air Force, most notably in the Kuwaiti desert at Ali Al Salem Air Base during the months leading up to and during the initial execution of the war in Iraq. In 2004, Andrea left active duty. She and her husband moved back to the Philadelphia area where she is a full time mother to her seven-monthold baby, Henry. The Veterans’ Day Chapel Service is held in recognition of the United States military, honoring those veterans who have fought to preserve the freedom of this country in years past. Through this special ceremony, the school hopes to provide an increased awareness concerning this commitment. In consideration of all that our country’s service men and women have done in the past and continue to do to protect the nation, Episcopal felt that it was important to recognize this significant national holiday through a service. school for developmentally challenged children to assist with classroom projects… Saunders House Students visited residents at this assisted care facility twice a week… Inglis House Students visited this wheelchair community monthly to play bingo and interact with the residents… People’s Emergency Center Through the generosity of the Episcopal Community, the school was able to donate over 40 costumes to the children who call PEC home for their annual Haunted Halloween House. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 28 Class Notes 37 Frank Kingston Smith’s two sons King Smith ’61 and Doug Smith ’66 joined with several prominent members of the international aviation committee to spread his ashes over Wings Field in Ambler, PA on June 2, 2005—50 years to the day after his first flying lesson. During his life, Frank saw all three of his sons become accomplished pilots, with King and Doug becoming involved in different aspects of aviation. King writes: “Fearless (which was Dad’s industry-wide nickname) had been a noted criminal attorney and a Washington lobbyist representing private aviation. Doug, our brother Greg, and I all first flew at Wings Field, and I kept my plane there in the early 70s.” 46 Alexander “Sandy” P. Greer was presented with the Laureate Award of the Washington Chapter of the American College of Physicians in November 2004. The award recognizes leadership and commitment to excellence in medical care, education, and community service. He also reports: “I am proud of my two EA student grandchildren, Alexander ’11 who was, this summer, fourth in the World Squash Junior’s 13-andunder competition, and Logan ’07 who was the youngest member of the Junior U.S. Women’s Squash Team competing in Cologne, Germany.” 56 Bill Ross and the Class Gift Committee are thrilled that the class has chosen the Black Box Theater on the new campus as the target named gift opportunity for its 50th Reunion Gift. The Black Box provides a very flexible performance space that is unlike any other currently available for independent day schools in our area. This is a wonderful project that the class can be proud of for years to come, but it will require the support of everyone to become a reality. 61 Steve Banta is enjoying life in Ma- nila, Philippines. His wife Cheri finished her Ph.D. in development studies last year. Their sons are well and are currently living in Genoa, Chicago, New Jersey, and Dubai. Steve stays active with rowing, kayaking, squash, and dog walking. Steve spent the fall deep in preparation for the 23rd Southeast 29 C o n n e c t i o n s E dited by THE A lumni OFFICE Asian Games, which were held in Manila and elsewhere in the Philippines, in November-December 2005. He was the chairman for rowing, covering Olympic-style rowing and dragon boats. He reported just prior to the games that “We are putting up the first International Rowing Federation-sanctioned rowing course, a boathouse, and all the ancillary structures like crew quarters, medical facilities, weighing area, secretariat, press facilities, etc. The challenge will be to get it all ready before the first starting gun.” William P. Gregg, Jr. officially retired from the U.S. Geological Survey as program coordinator for research on invasive species. He is still working part-time on a volunteer basis as an emeritus scientist. King Smith and Doug Smith ’66 joined with several prominent members of the international aviation committee to spread their father’s ashes over Wings Field in Ambler, PA on June 2, 2005— The Class of 1956 50 years to the day after his first flying lesson. See Class of 1937 for more. 62 Brian Burke was recently featured in Philadelphia’s City Paper for his research and collection of handshake memorabilia. The paper reports he’s the “world’s only known handshake historian.” Brian retired last spring after 39 years as a Latin and English teacher at Germantown Academy. 66 Jeff Kuch writes: “The ‘Class of ’66 Spring Training Reunion’ in Clearwater will take place on Sunday, March 26, 2006 at the Phillies-Red Sox Spring Training game at Brighthouse Field in Clearwater. I am waiting to hear back from the Phillies as to the exact seating location. We are hoping to organize a get-together at dinner the night before. We will keep everyone posted.” John Platt celebrated at his daughter’s wedding with classmates Chip Poole and Rick Hole, as well as his brothers Rod Platt ’71 and Clayton Platt ’73. 50th Reunion Planning Committee has been very hard at work, led by Bill Rapp, Dave Scott, Bill Ross, and Norm Vadner. Hugh Fryer, Gee Heckscher, Steve Patt, Bill Graburn, Ray Harlan, Ray Burton, Rick Schlingmann, David Carey, Michael Schermerhorn, and Tom Etter have all contributed great efforts from afar. The Reunion dates are May 5 and 6, 2006, and the weekend is shaping up to be a fabulous event. Starting with Chapel on Friday the 5th, where Dave Scott will deliver an address to classmates and to the Upper School, the weekend will include opportunities to tour both the new campus site and the existing campus (visiting classrooms to see what’s being taught now, as well as reminiscing about buildings and people who are no longer here). There will be cocktails with all reunion classes, music from very talented students, golf with old friends, and dinner with the greatest group of guys (and their spouses) that many of you have ever known—some of whom you haven’t seen in decades. Bill Rapp is organizing the memorial chapel service for the morning of May 6th, where classmates will remember fallen comrades. Gee Heckscher will lead a panel later on Saturday morning that will trace the school’s move from center city Philadelphia to Merion and on to Newtown Square. Several architects involved in the new campus design will be included, as will former members of EA’s administration and board of trustees who were part of the decision process to buy the land and build the new school. This reunion is not only the 50th Reunion for the Class of 1956, it is also the last opportunity to gather in large numbers on the campus that you attended for so many years. “The Happy Fishermen” – Kurt Haab ’82, Fred Haab ’55, Jerry Tauber (friend of the Haab’s from Houston), Jay Crawford ’57, Nino Munez ’78 (lives in Anchorage), and Chris Haab ’78. Fishing on the Tal River about two hours northwest of Anchorage, AK. Everyone caught as many coho salmon and rainbow trout as possible. 71 John Bell has migrated north to Cambridge, MA where he is studying at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government. He hopes to earn his masters in public administration over the next year, while living at the Episcopal Divinity School. John reports that while his decision to actually apply to this graduate program was somewhat last minute, not leaving him much time to prepare for the GRE’s, he was thrilled to be accepted and hopes not to test the school’s “flunk out policy.” As for his plans after Harvard, John writes: “Who knows. The best laid plans of (Church) mice and men…” By the way, John credits his II Form vocabulary text, Words are Important, for at least a 100 points on his GRE. If you are in the Boston area, please look John up. Jim Thompson, his wife Agnes, and 14year-old son Alex live in Arlington, MA. Jim has been in financial services for many years and has just recently started his own asset management and financial planning practice in conjunction with Harbour Financial Group. Jim reports that his specialty is retirement planning, and that he is a proponent of the life planning movement that embraces the client’s core values in the financial planning process. 73 Bill Clark writes: “My daughter Julia is going to try to graduate from Tulane, (monstrous what has happened in New Orleans) but they cancelled the Rod Platt ’71, Chip Poole ’66, John Platt ’66, Rich Hole ’66, and Clayton Platt ’73 celebrated at John’s daughter’s wedding. Grace E. Bomberger and John H. A. Bomberger V (children of John H. A. Bomberger IV ’79) first semester, so she is at Boston University for the fall. Tulane claims they will open in the Spring—we shall see. Amazing how generous all the colleges have been. She got calls from three colleges, including Cornell, saying just come in and we will get you started. They even had a dinner reception for the Tulane students at BU. My son Miles is back from Japan—he was teaching English there. He will be on his way to California in about one month. My wife Puddy is currently running two horse barns (soon to be one). Our daughters Lilah and Sarah have learned a lot from her.” Doug Dixon was promoted to editor-in-chief of Mediaware Magazine in November 2005. He was previously the editor-at-large. An active writer and editor, Doug has written four books, contributed to publications including DV Magazine and CNET Reviews, presented seminars at conferences including CES and NAB, and also serves as East Coast technical editor for Camcorder & Computer Video Magazine. 76 Peter Hay Halpert is working on publishing three new books on the artists featured in his gallery, including the Ranee Flynn exhibition in New York. He is working with museums in Texas and Germany on scheduling upcoming shows. 77 Jim Kavle returned to campus for the Episcopal varsity football home opener in September 2005. He writes: “Living in Annapolis, I haven’t had the chance to get back to the campus in some time, but I had the opportunity to get there and wanted to show my sons where I went to school and played sports. It was great to see Episcopal do so well and I ran in to Bruce Stone ’76, who was one of my teammates, and Bill Luff ’73, with whom I did quite a bit of sailing. My son Porter is five-and-a-half and Connor is three-and-a-half. My wife, Lori, and I spend a great deal of time on the water with the boys, sailing, as well as power boating, exploring the creeks and rivers of the Chesapeake.” 79 Mark Devlin writes: “Life is very busy here in Richmond. My son Ryan is in 7th grade and my daughter Laura in 4th. They are very busy with various sports and church activities and I tag along with them. I helped coach Laura’s soccer team this fall (and for the past three years). She wants to play basketball this winter and is trying to convince me to coach. Ryan is a baseball and basketball player. He is also very involved in his youth group at church. This summer he went on a mission trip to West Virginia to help repair homes. Of course he dragged me along. It was a very rewarding experience for both of us. My wife wonders if my high energy level is a product of all the things I did growing up at EA. One last thing, I W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 30 Class Notes Siena Helene McDermott, daughter of Christine and Sean McDermott ’91. Class of 1990 Reunion. (l to r) Mrs. Pandolfi, Chris Pandolfi ’90, Brett Miller ’90, Chris Bozzi ’90, Brendan Reedy ’90, and Lee Reedy. Class of 1990 Reunion. (l to r) Janice (Franks) Biddle ’90, Kristin McIlhenney-Peters ’90, and Jane Armstrong ’90. Beth O’Neill and Christian Red ’86 were married on August 27, 2005 in Milford, PA. am still a very avid Duke basketball fan and was pleased to see that one of EA’s own (Gerald Henderson ’06) is going to play basketball at Duke.” officially commissioned, my promotion was approved this month and I will be becoming a 1st Lieutenant by the end of the year.” 81 Jeff McElroy writes: “After leaving 84 Greg Jannetta is working for UBS EA in 1979, I completed my junior and senior years at the Shipley School, where my mother (Barbara ’51), sister (Lyn ’75), and brother (David ’78) had also graduated. In the fall of 1981, I attended Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, GA, graduating with a BBA in economics. I had totally fallen in love with living in Atlanta and have remained to this day. In October of 1990, I joined two friends in the business of commercial telecommunications, where I am the controller (CFO) and part owner of North Star Communication, Inc. North Star specializes in the telecommunications relocation market…. On the personal side, in November, Michelle Reyes (my significant other) and I will be celebrating 18 amazing years together. We have two beautiful daughters. Chelsea is our 12-year-old Doberman and Sasha a five-year-old Corgi/Sheltie mix. For the past four years, I have been a 2nd Lieutenant in the Georgia State Defense Force, Georgia’s Volunteer State Guard. The defense force is a support organization for the Georgia National Guard and is a division under the Georgia Department of Defense and Homeland Security. Though not 31 C o n n e c t i o n s Investment Bank in Boston, MA as an institutional equity research salesman. Bill Keffer was recognized in Philadelphia Magazine as a top young attorney in Pennsylvania and one of the state’s “Rising Stars” in 2005. 85 George Milner married Dr. Alicia A. Rojas (now Rojas de Milner) on June 25, 2005 in Nahant, MA. In attendance were: Bill Stelwagon (a groomsman), Andrew MacIntosh, and Marc Breuers ’88. The Reverend Jim Squire was the officiant at the ceremony. George and Alicia live in New York City. Alicia is a second-year resident at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital and George practices law. Mike Tierney was elected partner at Dilworth Paxon LLP. He and his wife Margaret welcomed their second child, Michael Jr., on June 28, 2005. 86 Christian Red was married on Au- gust 27, 2005 to Beth O’Neil in Milford, PA. Two 1986 classmates—Anthony Saler and Roger Ullman—were among the seven groomsmen. Also in atten- dance were: Jonathan Stinnett, Paul Ladner, Jamie Richter and Kim (Zinman) Richter ’88, Bob Mascioli, Tim Jannetta, and Edwin Van Dusen. Edwin Van Dusen graduated from the Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) in Evanston, IL with his MBA in June 2004. In August 2004, he began work as a consultant in the Chicago office of Bain & Company, a global management consulting firm. This past summer, he bought a condo in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago. Bruce Walsh competed in the Iron Man Triathlon on July 24, 2005 in Lake Placid, NY. He completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run in 11:57:51. 87 Tony Backos has moved back to the United States after spending four years in London. He currently lives in Riverside, CT with his wife Theone, daughter Anna (8), and son Chris (4). Tony works for Healy & Baille in New York City, practicing securities, M&A, private equity, and general corporate law for the firm’s clients. Erik Strid is the proud father of two boys, Carter, who is four-anda-half-years-old, and Max, who is two-and-a-half-years-old. Andrew McMeekin ’91, Heather (Flick) McMeekin ’91, Jenn Tierney ’91, Drew Murray, Kristin (Moses) Murray ’91, Laurel (West) Lennon ’91, Catherine Rosato ’91, and Jim Shanahan ’90 at Kristin’s wedding in July. 88 Joe Auteri and his wife Diana wel- comed the newest addition to their family, Anthony Michael, on October 20, 2005. Anthony joins siblings Joseph and Giuliana. Richard Dent was recently promoted to vice president of finance and chief financial officer for Pink, a new brand sold in Victoria’s Secret through its parent company Limited Brands. Richard will be responsible for finance and operations of the Pink business. He was previously the vice president of strategic planning at Bath and Body Works. Alexandra Golakski is still working at Red Tettemer—a Philadelphia ad agency—and continues to row for Vesper Boat Club. She also plays tennis with Episcopal alumna Louise Zimmerman ’87. Christian and Kristin Johnson were married on September 10, 2005. The ceremony and reception took place in Darien, CT. They currently live on the Upper East Side in New York City. Kristin is the associate general counsel for the McGraw-Hill Companies and Christian is a private equity investor with Allied Capital. John Morris is an executive producer at WPVI in Philadelphia. He is responsible for overseeing the content and production of the weekday newscasts and does a little field work too. In 2004, he covered two hurricanes and in January 2005 he spent a week in Jacksonville for the Super Bowl. 89 Becky (White) Kreutz writes: “My husband Jeff, daughter Abby (2), and I welcomed a baby girl into our family on October 17, 2005. Reilly Rose tipped the scales at seven lbs. 13 oz., and was just over 20 inches long. We are all still living in Bozeman, MT.” 90 Many members of the Class of ’90 returned to the area to meet up and share stories at Kelly’s Bar in Bryn Mawr. A big shout out goes to reunion chairperson Kara Dougherty for her hard work organizing the 15th Reunion. 91 On August 12, 2005, Anne and Joe Bongiovanni welcomed the birth of their son, Joseph N. Bongiovanni V. He joins big sister Katie Bongiovanni, now two-and-a-half. Nancy Brown married Lorenzo McRae, a former law school classmate, on April 30, 2005. She is currently an attorney with the Federal Trade Commission focusing on consumer protection. Last year, she bought a home with her husband in the Bloomingdale section of Washington, DC. Bonnie Gerhardt, daughter of Wynn (Beverly) Gerhardt ’92, cheering for EA during the first snowstorm of the 2004 season in Massachusetts. John Crockett married Maggie Kesler in November 2004. They live in Cape Cod, MA. Rebecca Demorest lives in Arlington, VA. he is the medical director of sport medicine at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC. Melani (Sophocles) McGuire was married in December 2002 to Matthew McGuire. Their first daughter, Hailey Joy, was born on March 24, 2004 and they are expecting their second baby in early 2006. Melani is a nurse in the emergency room at Paoli Hospital and she lives with her family in Malvern, PA. Kristin Moses was married to Drew Murray on July 16, 2005. The wedding took place at Kristin’s father and stepmother’s winery, Kluge Estate Winery & Vineyard, in Charlottesville, VA. In attendance were the following EA alums: Andrew and Heather (Flick) McMeekin, Laurel West Lennon, Jenn Tierney, Catherine Rosato, and Jim Shanahan ’90. Holly (Sando) Rieck was recognized in Philadelphia Magazine as a top young attorney in Pennsylvania and one of the state’s “Rising Stars” in 2005. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 32 Class Notes Andrew Marvin ’95 and his wife Julie are pictured with their new baby Nicea Noelle. Tyler Morgan Cassidy, son of Anna (Morgan) Cassidy ’94 and Todd Cassidy, models his new EA sweater! 92 94 Adam Barrist and his wife Joy are Dan Ledger, and his wife Lauren, currently live in Shanghai, China. Dan is working for Analog Devices. Tema (Fallahnejad) Burkey, and her husband Adam, welcomed a new member of the family, Silas Russell, on November 1, 2005. Jasper, their first son, is the proud older brother. John Golaski recently completed his second marathon (Philadelphia). He’s playing music and runs his own independent record label. the proud parents of Alexander Charles Barrist, born November 4, 2005. Peter Strid and his wife Patricia welcomed their first child, Pablo Ortlieb Strid, into the world on November 22, 2004. Anna (Morgan) Cassidy, and her husband Todd, welcomed their son Tyler Morgan Cassidy on June 4, 2005. 93 95 Approximately 40 members of the Tracy (Demorest) Clevens, her husband Michael, and daughter Ella, welcomed a new addition to the family on June 29, 2005: Rachel Katherine. Chris Marvin writes: “I’ve moved from New York City to Washington, DC. Before leaving, I was sent off in high style by Jason Moyer and his wife Emily. Bill Marvin ’88 and Sean Casey ’88 also attended the festivities. A few weeks later, Bill and I got together with Andrew Marvin ’95, and his wife Julia, in Wynnewood to meet Andrew’s daughter Nicea (future class of ’22?) before Andrew shipped off to Iraq with the US Army.” Paul Strid married Ruth Blanco-Mullin on August 28, 2004 in Madrid, Spain. They are currently living in Berwyn. 33 C o n n e c t i o n s class of ’95 gathered at Red Sky Lounge in Philadelphia over Thanksgiving Weekend for their 10th Reunion. Many thanks to reunion committee members Austin Whitman, Laura Rooklin, Katie (Kurz) McComb, and Doug MacBean for their help! Everyone had a great time. Hazel (Imbesi) Bentinck and her husband Caspar welcomed their first child, Christian Wolf, on November 11, 2005. Rob DeMento married Christina Weschler on July 23, 2005. His best men were Chris DeMento ’98 and Dan DeMento ’03. Brian Guernsey was a groomsman. Episcopal classmates in attendance were Chris DiLiberto, Blake Sando, Rich Wilson, Buzz Poole, Laura Rooklin, Christa Clarke ’99, and Alex Saggiomo ’03. Rob and Tina currently Lauren Hamlin ’96 married Matt Solar in Walpole, ME in August 2005. Pictured are: (l to r, top row) Katy Heaney ’96, Kirsten Brinkman-Hansen ’96, Stephanie Deviney ’96, and Kristen Coleman ’96. live in New York City. Tina is an associate with Davis, Polk & Wardwell, and is a member of the corporate group. Rob is an associate at Hogan & Hartson, where he concentrates his practice on intellectual property litigation. Terrence Demorest was married on April 16, 2005 to Ester Babayants at West Lake Village Inn in Los Angeles, CA. They honeymooned in Greece and Prague. He recently left Bloomberg Tradebook this fall to study for his MBA at Georgetown. Terrence and Ester currently live in Arlington, VA. Edmund Golaski is still living in Massachusetts after finishing his masters in mechanical engineering from MIT a few years ago. 1996 Members of the Class of It’s time to start thinking about your upcoming reunion. Grab a pencil and write this down: Class of 1996 10th Reunion – Friday, November 24, 2006. If you are interested in being on your reunion committee, please contact Jen Slike ([email protected] or 610-617-2294, ext. 3143) today!! Class of 1995 Reunion. (l to r) Larisa Warhol ’95, Marianna Allen ‘95, Terri (Noone) Kessler ’95, and Erin (Manion) Howe ’95. Class of 1995 Reunion. (l to r) Tobin Fisher ’95, Austin Whitman ’95, Rhett Chiliberti ’95, and Matt Chagan ’95. Sonje Volla married Robert Moore on October 11, 2003 at her parents’ home in Gladwyne. EA alumni in attendance were Won Shin ’85, Scott Pinheiro ’85, Brian Callahan ’85, Christine (Wilson) Merrill, and Robert Wright. The Reverend Jim Squire officiated the ceremony. Sonje and Robert live in Newport News, VA. 96 Jamie Barrett was married to Eleanor Roy on August 13, 2005 at The Poinsett Club in Greenville, SC. Jake Sabat, John McGlinn, Scott Reynolds, Brendan Dugan, Jack Schonewolf, Mike McKeon, Mike O’Connor, Nick French, and James Casey ’97 were there to celebrate with Jamie along with his siblings Nicole ’93, Irene ’02 and Paul ’04. Crichton Clark graduated from Villanova Law School’s JD/MBA program in May 2005. He took the California bar exam in July and is living in San Francisco. Erika (Acuff) Erndl recently moved to Naples, FL with her husband. She teaches first grade at Naples Park Elementary School. Michael McKeon is an attorney in the litigation department of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flohm LLP & Affiliates in the Washington, DC office. Mike O’Connor is an account executive with CBS3 in Philadelphia. He was the goalkeeper coach for the University of Pennsylvania’s men’s soccer team this fall and played soccer for the Merion Cricket Club’s men’s team with a couple of fellow Episcopal grads. Lauren (Hamlin) Solar married Matt Solar in Walpole, ME in August 2005. Lauren lives with her husband in Concord, MA and is an attorney in Boston. Jenny Williams writes: “This fall, I went back to school to get my M.Ed. in a collaborative program with Lesley University and The Shady Hill School in Cambridge, MA.” 97 Courtney Evors works for Fila as an apparel designer in the global personal performance division. She is currently designing the women’s fitness collections for Spring 2007. Check out Nordstroms this summer to see some of her designs. Kate Mulvihill left her position with W. W. Norton & Company last winter and started post-baccalaureate studies in classics at Columbia University this fall. Between leaving her job and starting school, she (finally) had the chance to devote all her time to singing, performing solo and ensemble music in venues ranging from Carnegie Hall to the Roxy nightclub. She performs with the group Trios Eos made up of fellow Yale alums. They sing medieval and renaissance music, as well as newly commissioned works. Andrew Poole married Elizabeth Kaechle on September 24, 2005 in York, ME. They celebrated with many Episcopal classmates including groomsmen Bill Jakobowski, Chad Billmyer, Rob Hunt, Stew Hitchner, Jeff Naples, Buzz Poole ’95, and Dave Vegari and guests John Platt ’66, Chip Poole ’66, and Rob Apple ’66. Beth and Andrew currently reside in Guilford, CT. She is the assistant director of alumni relations at Connecticut College and he is a kindergarten teacher. 98 Hads Ogden was at Lower School at Devon K-6th grade. She graduated from the University of Maryland with honors. She was recently awarded the Defense Intelligence Award (DIA) for Meritorious Civilian Service. Her family writes: “Hads received this award for demonstrating academic excellence and high standards in defense of the nation and in support of homeland security. It is the highest monetary award that can be bestowed upon a DIA employee and she is one of the youngest ever to receive this award.” W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 34 Class Notes Celebrate your Reunion at Alumni Weekend Andrew Poole ’97 and Beath Kaechle celebrated their wedding with fellow EA alumni pictured: (l to r, back row) Bill Jackobowski ’97, Chad Billmyer ’97, Rob Hunt ’97, Stew Hitchner ’97, Jeff Naples ’97, and Buzz Poole ’95; (l to r, front row) Dave Vegari ’97, John Platt ’66, Beth, Andrew, Chip Poole ’66, and Rob Apple ’66. May 5 and May 6, 2006 • Class of 1936 70th Reunion Episcopal classmates (l to r) Jake Sabat ’96, John McGlinn ’96, Scott Reynolds ’96, Brendan Dugan ’96, Jack Schonewolf ’96, Mike McKeon ’96, Jamie Barrett ’96, Mike O’Connor ’96, Nick French ’96, and James Casey ’97 celebrated at Jamie’s wedding in August. • Class of 1941 65th Reunion • Class of 1946 60th Reunion cast of Theatre Horizon’s performance of The Laramie Project in August 2005. ver Alumni • Class of 1951 55th Reunion 99 Foster Cronin was a member of the • Class of 1956 50th Reunion • Class of 1961 45th Reunion • Class of 1966 40th Reunion • Class of 1971 35th Reunion • Class of 1976 30th Reunion • Class of 1981 25th Reunion • Class of 1986 20th Reunion • Class of 1991 15th Reunion For more information, please contact the Alumni Office at 610-617-2249. 35 C o n n e c t i o n s DJ Gregory is currently performing in Altar Boyz (a musical comedy) with an off-Broadway professional theater company. The company kicked off its first national tour in Detroit. DJ is also writing and performing music. Tyler Wren, a member of the Colavita and Sutter Home Professional Cycling Team, visited Crawford Hill’s ’70 AP Biology class at Episcopal this fall (see Page 19) to discuss their study of the biology of athletic performance. Tyler gave the students some insight into how he prepares for his rigorous cycling schedule. 00 Rounding out the Thanksgiving Weekend Reunion circuit, more than 60 members of the class of ’00 met up at Mad River Bar & Grill in Old City Philadelphia. Congratulations to the reunion committee for rounding up so many classmates. Great work Jamie Creed, Cheo Scott, Ben Rogers, and Ashely Kennedy. A very special thanks goes to committee member Kimmy Gardner for her hard work organizing the logistics of the reunion—you made it a success. 01 Chris Brooks graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in May 2005. He has started medical school at Northwestern University and lives in Chicago. Peter Clark graduated from Syracuse University with a BS in physics. He’s currently living in San Diego, CA. Bernie Grogan writes: “I’m no longer living in Boston. I have actually moved to St. Maarten to run a snorkel tour excursion business. I have been here for about a month now, and so far, so good. No clue how long I’ll be living here, but if any EA alumni are headed to the Caribbean, I’d love to welcome them in St. Maarten! I look forward to the first EA alumni event for the Caribbean region!” Mark Kendall was awarded the Cross Examination Debate Association’s All-American Debate Team Award honoring debaters who excel in tournament debating, contributions to the activity of debate, and community service. The All-American Debate Team award is only given to 30 students across the nation. He was also awarded the Founders Medal for First Honors in Oratory in honor of his performance on Vanderbilt University’s debate team. Mark was in the African Drumming Ensemble at Vanderbilt for two years, the Commodore Steel Band for one year, and played jazz/funk for fun with a group of friends. He writes: “Since graduation last May, I’ve been keeping pretty busy. I backpacked around Europe with a friend for three months during the summer. I have been living in Nashville and for the upcoming year I will be working as a private tutor at a tutoring center. I will also be helping to coach the debate team at Vanderbilt, traveling with them to tournaments and judging rounds.” Sean Lambert recently graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and received a degree from the School of Engineering and Financial Systems. He has moved to New York City and is working for Deloitte & Touche as an economic consultant. 2001 Members of the Class of It’s time to start thinking about your upcoming reunion. Grab a pencil and write this down: Class of 2001 5th Reunion – Saturday, November 25, 2006. If you are interested in being on your reunion committee, please contact Jen Slike ([email protected] or 610-617-2294, ext. 3143) today!! Kate Mulvihill ’97 (center) and fellow members of Trio Eos. Lexy Nicholls graduated from the University of Virginia with honors. This September, she jumped the pond to begin her studies for her master’s degree in fine and decorative arts at Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. Danielle Pakradooni is currently the public relations coordinator at the Rose Quarter in Portland, OR. The Rose Quarter includes the 20,000-seat Rose Garden, 12,000-seat Memorial Coliseum, 6,500-seat Theater of the Cloud, and 40,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall and Rose Quarter Commons. It’s home to the NBA Portland Trailblazers, a National Lacrosse League expansion team which will begin playing in the 2006 season, and the WHL Winter Hawks. Lisa Smith graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in May 2005 and is currently in Morocco with the Peace Corps working as a volunteer small business adviser with artists and artisan groups. Pete Tedesco graduated cum laude from Princeton University where he was a member of the varsity cross country and track and field teams. He currently resides in Chicago where he works as an investment banking analyst for UBS. Sara Weiner graduated from Cornell University, where she played field hockey all four years. She is currently living in New York City and works in advertising. 02 Lindsay Chipego was inducted into Lambda Alpha, the National Anthropology Honor Society at Colgate University. She also is a proud member of the women’s rugby club team. The Capital, an Annapolis, MD newspaper, reported that Joe Person “a football-savvy Pennsylvania native” is leading the way for Navy’s offensive line. Offensive line coach Ken Niumatalolo said, “Joe sets the tempo for the others. He plays 100 miles per hour and has kind of a nasty side. I wish the others all played like him.” W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 36 Class Notes Milestones Marriages DeDe Chirgwin to Tony Brown ’71 7/31/05 Shannon Burgess to Guy Brignola ’81 3/10/01 Polly Warren to Ted Coxe ’81 10/22/05 Lynn to Jeffrey Lewis ’86 8/12/00 Class of 2000 Reunion. (l to r) Veronica Nicholas ’00, Joey Bennett ’00, Justin Holmes ’00, Whitney Mills ’00, Brian Coleman ’00, and Nick Cannone ’00. Class of 2000 Reunion. (l to r) Nick Crews ’00, Greg Waterman ’00, Brett Carty ’00, and Mike Walsh ’00. Beth Randolph is working toward her sociology/psychology major and studio art minor at Franklin and Marshall College. She spent part of her summer chaperoning the Episcopal junior class trip to Costa Rica. Beth is the co-editor in chief of the Oriflamme Yearbook, is an intern in the Franklin and Marshall admissions office and is a photography intern with the college’s communications office. 03 Mark Adomanis wrote for the Harvard Crimson’s opinion page and hopes to continue as an editor. He was a member of the men’s lightweight crew team and was the coxswain for the Varsity 8, which won the Eastern Sprints. Emily Clark spent her fall semester studying in Florence, Italy. Matt Deasey made the UVA basketball team as a guard after going through the tryout process. Roger Syracuse was elected stewart of his fraternity, Delta Kappa Epsilon. He managed the Power Plant Gym in Brigantine, NJ during the summer and is continuing to work toward a degree in economics at the University of Pennsylvania. 37 C o n n e c t i o n s Margaux Viola was elected captain of Cornell University’s women’s lacrosse team. 04 Andrew Chipego spent a “Maymester” in Washington, DC closely studying government and public policy while working with the Tennessee senator, Lamar Alexander, as well as other important figures on Capitol Hill. He reports that the experience was rewarding and gave him great insight into the mysterious world of politics. Michael Contino was named Bucknell University’s men’s track rookie of the year for 2005. Caitlin Devlin transferred to Villanova University from George Washington University. Leland Laury visited Rio de Janerio, Brazil in May 2005. Barbara Petro spent her summer at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts working as a full-time marketing assistant. She ran the “Access the Arts” program and distributed approximately 38,000 complimentary tickets to area non-profit organizations. Barbara started training with a vocal coach from the Elizabeth O’Neil to Christian Red ’86 8/27/05 Emily White to John Black ’87 8/6/05 Kristin Hazen to Christian R. Johnson ’88 9/10/05 Ester Babayants to Terrence Demorest ’95 4/16/05 Robert Moore to Sonje Volla ’95 10/11/04 Jennifer Slavin to Frank Wren ’95 4/02 Eleanor Roy to Jamie Barrett ’96 8/13/05 Matt Solar to Lauren Hamlin ’96 8/05 Elizabeth Kaechle to Andrew Poole ’97 9/24/05 Births Diana & Joe Auteri ’88 Anthony Michael Auteri 10/20/05 Danielle & Gerard Rosato ’88 Ava Diane Rosato 12/30/2002 Lisa & Steve Strawbridge ’88 Bryn Kellum Strawbridge 4/5/2000 Peter Lowry Strawbridge 11/14/2002 Sheila & Will Buckley ’89 Marlena Lauren Buckley 1/23/01 Travis William Buckley 6/16/03 Kelly & Rob Cardone ’89 Nicholas Connor Cardone 7/4/05 Richard & Jen (Finan) Harbert ’89 Hadley Yeager Harbert 9/7/2005 Lori & Jim Kavle ’77 Connor Kavle 1/30/2002 Andrea & Andrew Gerardi ’89 Andrew Joseph Gerardi 9/2/2000 Paige Joyce Gerardi 3/27/2002 Claire Aliceanne Gerardi 4/16/2005 Lisa & Andrew Stebbins ’78 Jonathan Han-Lee Stebbins 11/12/2004 Vanessa & Sam Halpert ’89 Elizabeth Sergeant Halpert 9/2/04 Shannon & Guy Brignola ’81 Grace Ann Brignola 3/16/2004 Jeff & Becky (White) Kreutz ’89 Reilly Rose Kreutz 10/17/2005 Ronit & Michael Devon ’82 Talia Devon 11/11/2005 Stephen and Julia (Stout) Schott ’89 Erin Elizabeth Schott 1/1/2002 Patricia & Bill Conlan ’84 Nicholas Thorpe Conlan 7/9/05 Lee & Brendan Reedy ’90 Kyle Walker Reedy July 29, 2005 Kris & Rich Aldridge ’85 Evelyn Quandt Aldridge 8/4/05 Aida & Jerome Allen ’91 Jordyn Allen 1/28/2002 Megan Boster to Brian Dougherty ’92 4/16//05 Anne & Jim Dugan ’85 Katherine “Kirby” Dugan 3/17/2005 Michael & Becky (Demorest) Clevens ’93 Rachel Katherine Clevens 6/29/05 Martha Gimbel was one of eight debutantes at the annual Champagne Tea to honor debutantes and the Young Ladies Committee of the 126th Philadelphia Charity Ball this summer. Amy Stovall to Bill Kline ’92 5/22/99 Clare & Andrew MacIntosh ’85 Phoebe Elizabeth Cabell MacIntosh 10/17/2005 Anne & Joe Bongiovanni ’91 Joseph “Quin” N. Bongiovanni, V, Aug 12, 2005 Francie Shafer was a member of the Northeastern University boat that won this year’s Head of the Charles Youth Four Division. Patricia Nunez to Peter Strid ’92 9/22/01 Margaret & Mike Tierney ’85 Michael Joseph Tierney, Jr. 6/28/05 Kerry & Brad Boyd ’91 Colin Patrick Boyd 9/14/2005 Tim & Mindy (Shetzline) Phelps ’87 Anna Rae Phelps 7/29/2005 Grant & Sharon (Moore) LeRoux ’91 Jacob Lockhart LeRoux 12/1/2004 Karen & Eric Strid ’87 Erik Maxwell Strid 3/19/2003 Matthew & Melani (Sophocles) McGuire ’91 Hailey Joy McGuire 3/24/04 Opera Company of Philadelphia. As a “Young Artist” she performed an Italian operatic aria at ConcertOPERA, Philadelphia’s October 2005 fundraiser. In addition to her training, she was a volunteer coordinator responsible for designing the Web site and recruiting working professionals and recent college grads for the organization’s administrative staff. Barbara is getting a double major in philosophy and art history with a minor in music from Catholic University. Susie Talbot joined Kappa Alpha Zeta at Emory University. She was also invited to be in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. 05 Lee Walker to Brendan Reedy ’90 9/15/00 Larenzo McRae to Nancy Brown ’91 4/30/05 Margaret Kesler to John Crockett ’91 11/04 Andrew Murray to Kristin Moses ’91 7/16/05 Matthew McGuire to Melanie Sophocles ’91 12/02 Lauren McCollister to Dan Ledger ’92 Fall 2003 Ruth Blanco-Mullins to Paul Strid ’93 8/28/04 Cristina Weschler to Rob DeMento ’95 7/23/05 Marica & Peter Angelides ’88 Madeline Audrey Angelides 10/11/2001 Mike & Wynn (Beverly) Gerhardt ’92 Grace Beverly Gerhardt 6/20/05 W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 38 Milestones Patricia & Peter Strid ’92 Pablo Strid 11/22/2004 Charles C. Wolferth ’45 11/15/2005 Dohyun & Dianna (Kim) Cha ’93 Elodie Cha 4/3/04 Roberty Montgomery Scott ’47 10/13/2005 Michael & Tracy (Demorest) Clevens ’93 Rachel Katherine Clevens 6/29/05 George B. McNelis ’48 8/20/05 Matthew & Sarah (Pearcy) Sawyer ’93 Anna Jackson Sawyer 12/15/2005 Joy & Adam Barrist ’94 Alexander Charles Barrist 11/4/2005 Adam & Tema (Fallahnejad) Burkey ’94 Silas Russell Burkey 11/1/2005 Chris & Megan (Haley) Noller ’94 Madeline Lange Noller 10/3/05 Brent & Rose (Gardner) Asrican ’95 Morgan Christian Asrican 10/28/2005 Casper & Hazel (Imbesi) Bentinck ’95 Christian Wolf Bentinck 11/11/2005 from the Development Office at t h e e p i s c o pa l ac a d e m y Joseph G. Flanigan ’48 1/28/2005 Peter S. Purse ’48 9/02/2003 Joseph W. Widing ’48 9/10/2005 Jack R. Chagan ’58 10/19/2005 Alan I. Rosenberg ’67 10/22/2005 D. Jeffrey Hartzell, Jr. ’74 8/26/05 Jonathan E. Jordan ’79 11/1/2005 Deaths Edward Swain Landreth ’29 9/26/05 John S. Roberts, Sr. ’29 11/21/2004 Jerome C. Allen ’31 2/12/2005 Robert C. Castner ’33 8/24/05 Thomas Ridgway, Jr. ’33 9/5/05 C. Leigh Moyer, Jr. ’37 10/4/2005 Henry Field Abbott, Jr. ’38 9/21/2005 James F. Bodine ’40 6/20/2005 William S. Richardson ’40 7/28/05 39 C o n n e c t i o n s The Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign These five dedicated volunteers will oversee the campaign that will lead Episcopal to Newtown Square T Gretchen Burke, Chairman of the Board of Trustees Gretchen Burke is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Episcopal Academy and has served on the board in various capacities including chair of the Development Committee. She received her M.B.A. from Harvard University and her B.A. from Colgate University and has held executive positions as a vice president for strategic planning at Security Pacific and as an assistant vice president at Manufacturers Hanover Bank. In addition, she serves on the development and finance committees of The Steppingstone Foundation and is a member of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s associates. She is chair of the investment committee at the Philadelphia Zoo, where she is also a board member. The Burke family has five children, four of whom currently attend the Episcopal Academy. John J. F. Sherrerd ’47 Jay Sherrerd chaired his 50th Reunion Gift Fund Committee at the Episcopal Academy and was named Distinguished Alumnus that same Michael P. Shouvlin ’50 Mike Shouvlin served as a trustee at the Episcopal Academy for six years and chaired the board’s Development Committee. He played an important role in the historic 20-20 Land Campaign, which funded the purchase of the Newtown Township site. Mike has also served as president of the Alumni Society, chaired Annual Giving, and received the Distinguished Service Award in 1997. Mike spent more than 25 years in business and education, last serving as president of Shouvlin Asssociates, Inc., a career counseling and outplacement firm. Mike also served in sales and management positions at McGraw-Hill, as president at CH&A Associates, vice president at Applied Training Corp., and president of New Horizons Corp. He was a trustee on the New Canaan Board of Education, a member of the New Canaan ABC Brian P. Tierney ’75 Brian Tierney has served on the Episcopal Academy Board of Trustees since 1999 and has chaired the Master Planning Committee since its inception. He was one of the leaders of the 20-20 Land Campaign, which funded the purchase of Episcopal’s new campus in Newtown Square. He was the recipient of Episcopal’s Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2002. Upon graduating from Episcopal, Brian received his B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and his J.D. from the Widener University School of Law. He is founder and President of Tierney Holdings, LLC and formerly founded and served as president and CEO of Tierney Communications. Brian has also been president and CEO of Lewis Gilman Golin/Harris Public Relations, was president and founder of Tierney and Company Public Relations, and was assistant regional administrator for Public Affairs and Communications for the U.S. Small Business Administration. Brian has acted as an entrepreneurin-residence at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and, in 1998, he was named a Knight of the Order of St. Gregory the Great by Pope John Paul II. M A U VI D Q E I 41 T r a n s i t i o n s Profiles of the Co-Chairs (A Better Chance) Board of Directors, and a board member of VICA (the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America). ER he Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the cochairs for the Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign. They are Gretchen Burke, Episcopal parent and Chairman of the Episcopal Academy Board of Trustees; H. Alan Hume ’44, retired physician; John J.F. Sherrerd ’47, of Sherrerd & Co.; Michael P. Shouvlin ’50, of Shouvlin Associates, Inc.; and Brian P. Tierney Sr. ’75, of Tierney Holdings, LLC. This group of five dedicated individuals will work with Head of School Ham Clark and the Development Office to direct the campaign that will fund the construction of the school’s new campus in Newtown Township. A segment of the campaign will focus on increasing the school’s endowment, which supports plant maintenance, faculty compensation, financial aid, and curricular development. The Leadership Gifts Phase ($500,000 and above) of the campaign is underway and will run in tandem with the Major Gifts Phase ($100,000 and above) beginning in April 2006. The Public Phase (general gifts) will be launched in early 2008. Episcopal is working to finalize the land development plan after receiving preliminary zoning approval from the Newtown Township Board of Supervisors and plans to open its doors on the new campus in the fall of 2008. The Board of Trustees is also pleased to announce the chairs of the Leadership Gifts Committee of the Ever Episcopal Campaign. They are Episcopal’s former Head of School (1975-2002) James L. Crawford, Jr., Trustee J. Brian O’Neill of O’Neill Properties Group LLC, and 1785 Bowl recipient A. Bruce Mainwaring ’44. “With this incredibly experienced and dedicated leadership team now in place, coupled with the historic opportunity this campaign presents and the generosity of our community, I am confident we will be successful in achieving our goal,” said Head of School Ham Clark. “The Ever Episcopal Campaign will ensure that our commitment to academic excellence will continue unabated for generations to come.” Al Hume has served as a trustee of the Episcopal Academy for 10 years and is chair of the Governance Committee. In 1999, Episcopal honored him with the Distinguished Alumnus Award. He is a member of the Advocate Council and the Bishop William White Society and played a significant role in the design of the Academy’s strategic plan, which was adopted in 2000. In 2001, Al chaired the search committee for Episcopal’s new Head of School. Upon graduation from Episcopal in 1944, Al received his B.A. from Haverford College and M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He has served as chief of surgical service at Presbyterian-University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, chairman of the Department of Surgery at Taylor Hospital, a lecturer in Biomedical Engineering at Swarthmore College, director of Emergency Medical Services for the state of Maine, chief of staff at the Mid-Maine Medical Center, and medical director of the Colby College Health Center. He is a founding member of the American Trauma Society, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Philadelphia Academy of Surgery. Al has also served on the Colby College Board of Overseers and as the president of the Board of Trustees at Tilton School. year, 1997. He received his A.B. from Princeton University and his M.B.A. from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Now retired, Jay has worked as a corporate director and private investor and was one of the founding partners of the prestigious institutional investment counsel firm of Miller, Anderson, & Sherrerd which was sold to Morgan Stanley in 1996. He has held directorships at Provident Mutual Life Insurance Company, C. Brewer and Company, and Brown Investment Advisory and Trust Company. Jay currently serves as a trustee at the Robertson Foundation and the GESU School, and is a trustee emeritus at the Shipley School and Princeton University, where he chaired many major fundraising initiatives and received several awards. S This experienced leadership team will oversee the largest campaign in the school’s history, which will help fund the move to Newtown Township and bolster endowment H. Alan Hume ’44 ES Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign Leadership Announced W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 42 Manoj and Medha Khandewal top performing volunteers in the alumni and parent communities. Thanks to their efforts, and the support of over 2,000 members of the EA family, a record $1.859 million was raised in 2004-05. Annual Giving 2005-06 is now underway. Membership in the Advocate Council is open to members of the Episcopal community and other friends of the school who contribute $1,000 or more to Annual Giving. For more information, or to make a gift, please contact Bruce Konopka, Director of Annual Giving, by phone at 610-617-2233 or by email at [email protected]. You may also make a gift by clicking “Support EA” on the homepage of Episcopal’s Web site, www.ea1785.org. Ed Jones ’87, Rich Crockett ’82, and Lori Kelly Celebrating Episcopal’s Bright Future: 2004-05 Leadership Donors Acknowledged at Event on Episcopal’s New Campus Jerry and Raye Johnson and Celi Putnam Hon. Nancy Giles, Rush Haines ’61 and Joanne Bagnell Kathy Zoll with Betsy and George McFarland E piscopal’s new Newtown Square Campus was the setting on September 30, 2005 for a reception honoring members of the Advocate Council, Episcopal’s leadership donor society. Over 200 parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, and friends were greeted by Head of School Ham Clark and Chairman of the Board Gretchen Burke. The highlight of the evening was a presentation of the new campus plans by Nick Garrison from Hillier Architecture. Special thanks to event chairs Carol and Bobby Kutteh for decorating the “big top” and handling all logistics for the special occasion, as well as to the student jazz ensemble, led by music teacher Ryan Dankanich, who provided delightful music the entire evening. Following Nick Garrison’s remarks, Head of School Ham Clark thanked Episcopal’s Advocate Council members—over 480 strong—for their generosity and good stewardship. He also applauded the 2004-05 Annual Giving Volunteer Committee, led by co-chairs Lori Kelly and Ed Jones ’87, as well as 43 T r a n s i t i o n s Barb Paolone, Kathy DePillis, and Hank and Julie Schellenger Bobby Kutteh and Jim Porter Class of ’56 Celebrates the Imagination With 50th Reunion Fund Initiative T he Class of ’56 has set a goal for its 50th Reunion Fund that is undeniably bold—$1 million for the construction of a black box theater to be housed in the Campus Center on Episcopal’s Newtown Square site. The black box is a facility that provides the space to create just about anything the imagination dictates. It is a chameleon: it can become theatre-in-the-round, a proscenium stage, a rehearsal space, a lecture forum, a recital hall, a meeting venue, a movie theatre, or simply a gathering place. Says Theater Department Chair Gabrielle Bernard: “The black box theater is a profoundly unique space where more emphasis is placed on artistry and creativity. It is a place for artistic exploration, imagination, inspiration, and innovation. It will be an exciting boost to our arts department students, since there are very few true black box theatres below the university level.” Fifty years ago, members of the Class of ’56 stood at graduation and faced the future with confidence thanks to the foundation they built at Episcopal. Today, the Class of ’56 is once again embracing challenges. “This is the first class which is celebrating its 50th reunion within the context of the capital campaign,” said Head of School Ham Clark. “With the generous support of its members, the Class of 1956 will play a vitally important part in shaping the next chapter in the Episcopal story.” Conceptual rendering of completed black box theater. Major Gifts Committee Meets at Wyola Schoolhouse on Newtown Square Property T he Major Gifts Committee for the Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign met on December 8th and 12th at the one-room Wyola schoolhouse on Episcopal’s Newtown Square site. The meetings gave Chairman of the Board Gretchen Burke and Head of School Ham Clark the opportunity to bring the committee members up to date on planning for the new campus and the campaign itself. In addition, campaign co-chair Jay Sherrerd expressed his confidence in the volunteers who will, in fact, bring the initiative to a successful conclusion. Episcopal Meets Challenge of The Edward E. Ford Foundation T Head of School Ham Clark and parent Jill Durovsik he alumni, faculty, and students would like to thank the 473 members of the Episcopal family who gave new gifts or increased their gifts to Annual Giving in fiscal year 2005. Thanks to their generousity, the school has met the challenge issued by the Edward E. Ford Foundation to match 5:1 a $50,000 grant. The $250,000 in increased or new monies donated by these constituents will create a new endowed fund for financial aid. “We are eager to grow our endowment, and this effort moves us forward in that objective. Thank you to the Edward E. Ford Foundation and its trustees, particularly executive director Robert W. Hallett, Class of ’65, for the ongoing interest in Episcopal,” said Head of School Ham Clark. Former Governor Joseph E. Kernan Visits Episcopal as Maura Murphy Lecturer Ever Episcopal Capital Campaign Co-chair Jay Sherrerd ’47 and John Hentz ’48 Second Annual Thomas J. Meehan Memorial Scholarship Golf Classic Raises $50,000 D uring his nearly two decades at Episcopal, Thomas J. Meehan was a beloved mentor, admired coach, popular advisor, and honorable friend who made a difference each day in the lives of students, families, and colleagues. This legacy lives on through the Meehan Scholarship, which makes a difference in the lives of Episcopal students today. The Meehan Scholarship grants an annual financial aid award to a student-athlete who meets the admission criteria of the Episcopal Academy and demonstrates athletic prowess in a particular sport. This year’s Thomas J. Meehan Memorial Scholarship Golf Classic was a huge success, raising $50,000 for the scholarship fund. Special thanks goes to his son, John Meehan ’86, committee members Delores Sudhop, Hugh Meehan, Helen Ann Meehan, Frank Antico, Jr. ’85, John Frankowski, Vince Frankowski, Robert Donato, III, Jim Doyle, Gerry Robbins, Patrick Meehan, Joan Novino, Ted Pagano, Sr., Ted Pagano, Jr. ’84, Joe Bellini ’85, Jodi Turzo, all the event sponsors, and the 120 golfers who attended the event on October 3, 2005 at White Manor Country Club in Malvern. Mark your calendars now for next year’s Thomas J. Meehan Memorial Scholarship Golf Classic, which is slated for September 25, 2006. If you are interested in making a charitable gift to the Episcopal Academy to benefit the Meehan Scholarship, or any other program at Episcopal, please contact Director of Development, Meg Hollinger, at 610-617-2245. Top photo (l to r) Jim Fay, Bob Donato, John Quirk, Ham Clark, and John Meehan ’86. Bottom photo (l to r) Hugh Meehan, Ham Clark, Helen Ann Meehan, and John Meehan ’86. Ham Clark, Jospeh Kernan (third from left), and Chaplain Jim Squire pose with the Murphy family. O Ed Spofford ’77 and current parent Patrice Aitken Chairman of the Board Gretchen Burke, Ken Tunnell ’47, and Leadership Gifts Chair Jay Crawford ’57 45 T r a n s i t i o n s n October 6th Joseph E. Kernan, the former governor of the state of Indiana (2003-05) visited the Episcopal Academy as the Maura Murphy lecturer (see more on Kernan on page 9). The Maura Murphy ’96 Lecture Fund, established by her family and friends to honor her memory, brings speakers to Christ Chapel to assist students in their moral and emotional development. Speakers address questions and concerns that young people confront daily as well as those issues they may encounter in later life. To make a contribution to the Maura Murphy Lecture Series, contact Meg Hollinger at 610-617-2245. W IN T E R 2 0 0 6 46 Six Sources of Cash Gifts 4. T he Episcopal Academy has benefited for decades from the generosity of alumni, parents, and friends. Over the next few years, the Academy will seek your support to build a new campus—an ambitious undertaking for which gifts of cash are especially needed. The sources of cash gifts, more numerous than one might think, include assets that Episcopal can convert readily to cash. Here are a few options for your consideration. 1. The Easiest Way to Give: Cash, Check, or Credit Card Traditionally, a majority of the gifts made to Episcopal come in the form of cash. For federal income tax purposes, you may deduct the full amount up to 50 percent of your adjusted gross income for gifts of cash and may carry any amount over that figure forward for up to five additional years. 2. Gifts of Marketable Securities A gift of appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, or mutual fund shares) that you have held for more than one year is one of the most economical ways to give. You will be eligible to take a federal income tax deduction equal to the fair market value of the security on the date of the gift for up to 30% of your adjusted gross income with a carry-over of any excess for up to five additional years. You will not have to recognize the appreciation as capital gain.You can transfer securities in two ways: • Your broker may electronically transfer ownership of the stock to Episcopal’s account at Wachovia, account number 30169348-1, DTC 0141. • If you hold the certificates, you may mail them, and a signed stock power, to Episcopal in separate envelopes. Call the Development Office at 610-617-2233 for personal assistance in transferring securities. 3. Gifts of Real Estate Appreciated marketable real estate is another asset with which you may make a significant gift to Episcopal. A gift of real estate will entitle you to a federal income tax deduction equal to the fair market value of the property. You will need to substantiate this value with an independent appraisal. You may take this deduction for up to 30% of your adjusted gross income; any excess over that amount you may carry over for up to five additional years. If you are planning to sell a personal residence or vacation property within the next few years, you may want to consider deeding a partial interest in the property to Episcopal. Episcopal will receive proceeds from the sale based on its percentage of ownership. You do not pay capital gains tax on the portion given to Episcopal, and your charitable income tax deduction can be used to offset the capital gain on your ownership interest. In cases of land and commercial property, a donor may be able to contribute a partial interest while retaining ownership of the remainder. Because of the unique nature of real estate gifts, we would need to present your gift intentions to Episcopal’s gift acceptance committee and get their approval in advance. 47 T r a n s i t i o n s Duff Ashmead ’43 Pays Tribute to EA Excellence Life Insurance Making Episcopal the owner and beneficiary of a life insurance policy that your grown family no longer needs can be an attractive option. Consider the example of one individual, aged 56, who bought a life insurance policy years ago when his children were young. Much to his surprise, the cash value in the policy has grown to $100,000 with a death benefit of $500,000. Charles decides to transfer this policy, naming the Episcopal Academy as owner and beneficiary. He is entitled to an income tax deduction of $100,000—the cash value of the policy. Episcopal can either hold the policy to collect the death benefit or redeem the policy immediately for its net cash value, which can be used for the new campus. 5. Tangible Personal Property Gifts of marketable personal property such as art, antiques, silver, or various collections are also welcome. • If the donated pieces satisfy the IRS’s “Related Use Rule” (that is, the property relates to Episcopal’s educational mission), the gift qualifies for a full fair market tax deduction. Otherwise, the donor’s deduction is the original cost only. Episcopal may be required to use donated item(s) for up to two years before it can sell them. • You must secure an appraisal of the pieces, conducted by an independent appraiser who was not originally involved in selling the pieces to you. The Development Office can assist you in following IRS-required procedures for this appraisal. Gifts of tangible personal property are subject to review and approval by our gift acceptance committee. 6. Charitable Lead Trust A charitable lead trust (CLT) is yet another means of providing current cash support. A non-grantor charitable lead trust is a gift plan defined by federal tax law that allows an individual to transfer assets to family members at reduced tax cost while making a generous gift to a charity. Working with an attorney, the donor transfers assets—usually cash or securities—to a trust for a fixed term, during which payments are made to Episcopal. At the end of the term, the remainder interest is transferred to family members named by the donor. This type of trust, depending upon its provisions, generates differing tax deductions and may present the opportunity for significant tax savings. Trust assets are valued as of the date the lead trust is established, so any subsequent appreciation escapes gift tax. D uffield Ashmead, III, now retired from a distinguished law career, has made a generous planned gift that will help ensure the financial strength and promote academic excellence at Episcopal for generations to come. He writes: “I have two motives for this gift. First, gratitude for a scholarship, without which I would not have been able to attend Episcopal. Secondly, admiration and affection for the school, which over the years has, in my view, gotten everything right in all facets of its educational mission. “Recently I traded a planned gift in my will for a charitable gift annuity (CGA). The CGA, an irrevocable commitment to Episcopal, gives me the satisfaction of supporting the Academy during my lifetime. In addition, I benefit from a substantial income tax deduction and receive guaranteed annual payments that exceed what I was earning on the stock I used to fund my gift.” For a personal illustration of the benefits you can receive from a charitable gift annuity, contact Carolyn Jaeger in the Development Office at 610-617-2252. Well-known Santa Fe Architect and Alumnus, Philippe Register ’40, Visits Site of New Campus P hilippe Register and his wife Jody, who have created a charitable remainder trust to benefit the Episcopal Academy, visited recently to view the site of Episcopal’s new campus and meet with old friends. At a dinner generously hosted by Brian ’40 and Jean Bostwick, Head of School Ham Clark expressed his appreciation to Phil and Jody for their generous support of Episcopal and “the importance of planned giving in insuring and sustaining the tradition of excellence that is the Episcopal Academy.” At the dinner honoring Philippe Register ’40 and his wife Jody, Head of School Ham Clark read the following poem—a wonderful tribute to Phlippe’s generosity to the school and poignant statement on the legacy Episcopal’s new campus will establish. The B r id ge B uild er by Will Allen Dromgoole An old man, going a lone highway, Came, at the evening, cold and gray, To a chasm, vast, and deep, and wide, Through which was flowing a sullen tide. The old man crossed in the twilight dim; The sullen stream had no fears for him; But he turned, when safe on the other side, And built a bridge to span the tide. “Old man,” said a fellow pilgrim, near, “You are wasting strength with building here; Your journey will end with the ending day; You never again must pass this way; You have crossed the chasm, deep and wide – Why build you a bridge at the eventide?” A second type of CLT, called a grantor charitable lead trust, allows an individual to retain ultimate possession of an asset while making a generous current gift to charity for a term of years. Please call Carolyn Jaeger at 610-617-2252 or Jeffrey A. Morrison ’74 at 610-971-2814 for more information about these or other charitable options. We will be glad to talk with you to help you plan the best way to make a gift—one that addresses your particular situation while providing immeasurable benefits to future generations of the Episcopal Academy. Jody and Philippe Register ’40 visit the site of Episcopal’s new campus. The builder lifted his old gray head: “Good friend, in the path I have come,” he said, “There followeth after me today, A youth, whose feet must pass this way. Friends of the Registers gather at Merion Golf Club. Front row, l to r: Jean Bodine, Jody Register, Ceci Clark, Mitsi Toland, Philippe Register ’40. Back row, l to r: R.T. Toland ’40, Betsy Buckley and Jack Buckley ’43, Head of School Ham Clark, Harry Toland ’40 and Sibby Toland, Director of Development Meg Hollinger, Bryan Bostwick ’40, and Jean Bostwick. This chasm, that has been naught to me, To that fair-haired youth may a pitfall be. He, too, must cross in the twilight dim; Good friend, I am building the bridge for him.” “Giving to EA Is An Investment In The Future Of Our Country” Goal $1,700,000 “W hat I care about toAs an expression of his gratitude, John day is the state of has named Episcopal the beneficiary of our society. We his IRA. His decision came about as he have become maexplored how to support Episcopal and terialistic and litigious at the expense provide for his family as well. Since of morality and integrity. We have the funds within an IRA are allowed lost sight of such things as courtesy, to grow free of income tax, they are manners, consideration of others, and the least desirable to give to heirs, who yes, even self-respect,” observes John may have to pay up to 75% in income Hentz, Class of 1948. and estate tax if they inherit the balance John credits Episcopal with providin these accounts. So John changed the ing him with a solid foundation for life. beneficiary on his IRA to Episcopal, which, John Hentz ’48 “Much of what I know about integrity and as a charitable organization, can receive the morality came from examples demonstrated full amount without tax obligation. by EA faculty and classmates. I was certainly well For his heirs, John chose assets more advantaprepared for college, but more importantly, prepared geous to them. “That is what I call a win-win outcome. for life. All I came in contact with I learned from, although I With a little forethought we can do both—provide for our may not have known it at the time. It gives me great satisfac- families as well as help Episcopal.” tion to include the Academy in my estate plans because it is an institution that shares my values.” Are you dissatisfied with low returns from your CD’s, stocks, and savings accounts? An Episcopal Academy Charitable Gift Annuity may be the answer for you! Through a gift annuity, the Episcopal Academy can provide you with guaranteed, fixed annual payments, which are based on your current age. A portion of a gift annuity is tax-free, plus you will qualify to receive a charitable tax deduction. ($10,000 Gift, One Annuitant) Age Rate Annuity Deduction 70 6.5% $650 $4118 75 7.1% $710 $4563 80 8.0% $800 $5005 85 9.5% $950 $5331 90 11.0% $1100 $5893 Call the Episcopal Academy Development Office to request a personal illustration. 610-617-2252. Please note: These examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended as legal or tax advice. 49 T r a n s i t i o n s You hold the heart that makes Annual Giving work. Raised $1,156,459 Alumni $ 281,721 Parents $454,852 Annual Giving helps put heart in the Episcopal experience by working behind the scenes to support programs that make a difference to every student, every day. In the classroom, on the stage, or in the game, Episcopal students benefit from your support, at any level. If you have not yet made your gift, please consider making one today. Episcopal Annual Giving 20052006 ends on June 30, 2006. Example In the last Transitions supplement (Fall 2005), we incorrectly identified the photo of the Davidson Family on Page 45. The gentleman at far left is Master Mark Masters, Director of the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia, not Richard Davidson, and Jeremy Davidson is Class of ’10, not Class of ’11. We apologize for the error. As of January 31, 2006 Contact Bruce Konopka, Director of Annual Giving, at 610-617-2233 or [email protected] Please support the Episcopal Academy Annual Giving Campaign 2005-06. Past Parents & Grandparents $91,336 Matching Gifts $32,083 Other $ 296,467 Upcoming Events April 4 Career Day Merion Campus April 8 Walk Against Hunger May 5 & May 6 Alumni Reunion Weekend Merion Campus May 6 EA/GA Day Merion Campus May 14 Race/Walk For the Cure May 17 Community Forum: Christ Chapel Tour Philadelphia June 1 Senior Class Picnic Doolittle Room, Merion Campus Scholium Subscription If you would like to receive the 2005-06 Scholium, EA’s student newspaper, please contact Nancy Taylor in the Alumni Office at 610-617-2249 (phone), 610-667-8629 (fax), or e-mail [email protected]. Annual subscriptions are offered to alumni free of charge, but you must register with us each year. Keep in touch! June 8 222nd Commencement Excercies Doolittle Room, Merion Campus The Episcopal Academy Merion Station, PA 19066-1797 A ddress Service Requested Non-profit org. U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 50 Downingtown, PA