GAM: Leading with Purpose, Educating for Engagement - Fall 2024
the GAM
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FALL 2024 • GRATITUDE
Leading with Purpose, Educating for Engagement
CLASS OF 2024 MATRICULATION LIST
Amherst College
Baylor University
Boston College
College of the Atlantic
Cornell University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Cornell University, School of Engineering
Davidson College
Emmanuel College
Emmanuel College, School of Nursing
Fairfield University
Fordham University
Mount Holyoke College
Northeastern University
Rochester Institute of Technology
Roger Williams University
St. John’s College, Annapolis
Salve Regina University (2)
State University of New York at Delhi
University of Vermont
University of California, San Diego
Wellesley College
Wentworth Institute of Technology
ON THE COVER
David Perry and raft-mates prepare to hit the rapids of the Deerfield River on the Class of 2026 overnight trip to Western MA.
INSIDE COVER
Eagerly awaiting to board the bus with their all-weather gear, the Class of 2026 is ready for rain or shine.
Falmouth Academy
engaging the challenges of our times
GAM: “A social meeting of whale ships ... with all the sympathies of sailors [and] all the peculiar congenialities arising from a common pursuit.”
Falmouth Academy
7 Highfield Drive, Falmouth, MA 02540 508-457-9696 falmouthacademy.org
Administration
David Perry, Head of School
Petra Ehrenbrink, Academic Dean
Michael Deasy, Dean of Students
Katharine Enos, Director of Development
Sarah Knowles, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management
Carmen DiSanto, Director of Finance and Operations
Editorial Staff
Amy Galvam, Director of Communications
Barbara Campbell, Director of Alumni and Parent Relations
David Gallagher, Development Associate, Annual Giving and Operations
Photos: Amy Galvam, Susan Moffat, Barbara Campbell, Hope Allison ’15, Brenda Sharp, Britta Santamauro, David Aubrey ’26, Yearbook Elective, and FA Archives
Design: Julianne Waite
Mission
Harnessing the power of inspired learning in a world-renowned scientific and vibrant artistic community, Falmouth Academy emboldens each student to take creative and intellectual risks to confidently engage the challenges of our times.
Guiding Values
We value the beauty of knowledge and the joy of conversation.
We value collaboration and generosity of spirit.
We value the power of a culture of kindness.
We value relationships built on trust, respect, and direct communication.
We value the wonder of imagination.
We value each student’s pursuit of diverse challenges and opportunities.
We value teachers as models of confident, rich adulthood.
We value the richness of an educational experience that includes people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities.
Dear Friends,
Welcome to this edition of The GAM, where we explore the theme of “Leading with Purpose and Educating for Engagement.” As I reflect on these early days as Head of School at Falmouth Academy, I am grateful for the warm welcome and energized by the work ahead. Stepping into this role has continually reminded me of Falmouth Academy’s incredible history and forward-looking vision—qualities that make it such a special place. Our responsibility to inspire purposeful learning and foster meaningful engagement with the world feels more relevant than ever as we navigate both familiar and new challenges in education.
At the heart of these efforts is the question of the purpose of schooling. Is it to impart knowledge from teacher to student? Is it to grade, rank, and communicate each student’s success relative to their peers? Or is it something more? I once heard that a school’s purpose is to bring one as close as possible to understanding what it means to be human. Imagine if that were our guiding question: What does it mean to be human today? In that context, schools would no longer be places where teachers merely transmit knowledge, but environments where students learn through the frameworks of norms, values, and conditions we create. In such a space, students would exercise their own agency, developing a sense of potential and purpose. Content knowledge and skills would still be vital, but they would serve to foster habits of success. Real-world experiences would help students cultivate a sense of purpose, all within a foundation of health and wellness—without which nothing can be learned.
In this issue, you’ll find stories of students expanding their curiosity through research, creative projects, and meaningful discourse. These examples reflect our commitment to nurturing students who are not just acquiring knowledge but actively shaping their own paths and discovering a sense of individualized purpose.
None of this progress would be possible without the unwavering support of our friends and patrons. Your investment in Falmouth Academy ensures that we can continue providing an exceptional educational experience and nurturing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. Together, we are building a legacy that extends far beyond the classroom.
As we celebrate the accomplishments of our students—including the Class of 2024 and their impressive college acceptances—I invite you to join me in looking ahead. The future of Falmouth Academy is bright, and I am eager to continue this journey with all of you.
Finally, my wife Clare and I are grateful to be back among friends in Massachusetts. We look forward to deepening our connection with this incredible community.
Warmly,
David Perry Head of School
Highlights at FA
From chicken genetics to glowing experiments, epic games, and eclipse viewings—catch a glimpse of the energy and creativity driving life at Falmouth Academy.
Birdhouse Condos
Paul Matthias’ woodworking elective completed their project, “Woodworking is for the Birds.” Each student skillfully crafted, painted, and autographed a birdhouse constructed from an 8-foot board, and together they assembled their houses into two “Birdhouse Condos.” These colorful creations were erected in early spring in the woods behind Morse Hall, providing a cozy home for our returning feathered friends.
Above (left to right): Teacher Paul Matthias with students Emily Lazarus ’24, Gus McGuire ’24, Natalie Packard ’24, and Drew Reeves ’24 appreciating their handiwork.
Right (left to right): Drew Reeves ’24, Ben Angell ’24, Natalie Packard ’24, and Gus McGuire ’24 walking the birdhouse condo to the installation site.
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Biotech: Cracking the Code of Genetics
Last spring, biology teacher Liza Fox ’96 introduced her students to genetics through two exciting handson experiments, giving them plenty to crow about. The class incubated and hatched chickens to explore how dominant and recessive traits are passed from parent to offspring. Using Punnett squares, they predicted various trait combinations for four distinct genes and observed their predictions come to life as chicks hatched with different feather characteristics. The students also conducted a bacterial transformation experiment using E. coli, with glowing results. By introducing a plasmid containing genes from a bioluminescent jellyfish, they caused the bacteria to glow under UV light. This experiment taught them about DNA, protein production, and gene regulation while demonstrating how environmental factors can influence genetic expression.
Above (left to right): Teacher Liza Fox ’96, Dhara Sananikone-Evans ’26, and David Aubrey ’26 compare chick characteristics to their predictions.
Above: Will Dubreuil ’26 cuddles a chick looking for warmth.
Left: Hatching and newly hatched chicks.
Partial Eclipse, Full Wonder
On April 8, 2024, Falmouth Academy students and teachers gathered outside to witness the Great North American Eclipse. Though not in the path of totality, the partial eclipse still offered a spectacular view. Equipped with protective eyewear provided by the school, teachers Dan Nightingale, Kate Durkin, and Josh Leveque added a fun twist to the experience by using a kitchen colander and a handmade pinhole projector to demonstrate viewing the eclipse’s corona safely.
Above (left to right): Sophie Gaughan ’26, Annabelle Bush ’26, and Bailen Darack ’26 watch the partial eclipse through protective glasses.
Right: Teacher Josh Leveque uses a colander for viewing the eclipse.
After the Flag
On May 24, 2024, the end of classes culminated with the annual Capture the Flag game, which paid tribute to departing Head of School Matt Green and Assistant Head Mike Earley with playful, hand-screened “Earley Bird on the Green” shirts featuring a cartoon bird on a putting green. The shirts, sold to boost team spirit, were cleverly used as admission tickets to the after-festivities. After the blue team’s victory, students came together for the first-ever “After-theFlag,” envisioned by Student Council President Sabrina Vazquez ’24. The lively, carnival-style celebration featured an inflatable obstacle course, bouncy house, lawn games, face painting, cotton candy, and treats from both an old-fashioned ice cream truck and a trendy taco truck.
Above (left to right): Ezra Ackerman ’26, Max Donovan ’26, and Dillon Fondren ’25 keep up with the demand for cotton candy.
Above left: Ethan Plotkin ’25 performs a flip in the bouncy house while Elise Casso ’26 looks on.
Left: Student Council President Sabrina Vazquez ’24 oversees the afternoon festivities.
Barn to Be Wild at FA’s Summer Music Tour
Falmouth Academy’s Welcome Summer 2024 Music Tour, led by Music Director George Scharr, provided 26 student musicians with an unforgettable week of music and Cape Cod adventures from June 10-14, 2024. Scharr, along with Chorus teacher Maggie Bossi and Strings teacher Norma Stiner, guided the students through rehearsals for three public performances. A standout event was an outdoor concert at The Grey Barn on Martha’s Vineyard, hosted by proprietors Molly and Eric Glasgow. Their son, Noah ’21, was a member of FA’s Cool Nights Jazz Band. The ensemble performed in the fresh air for a unique audience of cows and friends at the scenic organic dairy farm. Their final performance, which was held on the library lawn, kicked off Falmouth’s annual Arts Alive celebration in downtown Falmouth.
Top: The student musicians enjoy a perfect summer evening after their performance at The Grey Barn.
Above: Will Thrasher ’26 serenades cows in the field.
Falmouth Academy Takes Us Out to the Ballgame
Thomas Goux ’25 took to the mic at the Falmouth Commodores home game against the Harwich Mariners on June 23, 2024, performing the National Anthem and “God Bless America” during the 7th-inning stretch. Coached by FA’s chorus teacher, Maggie Bossi, Goux’s performances added a special touch to the event. Earlier in the night, Matt Green, just seven days before his last day as Head of School, stepped to the mound to throw out the first pitch. The evening was a memorable blend of baseball, music, and FA pride.
Going for Gold
Falmouth Academy has a long tradition of recognizing the accomplishments of Eagle Scouts among its student body, with only 5% of Boy Scouts achieving this prestigious rank. Since 1986, the school has celebrated eleven (Mark Hayward ’86, Ivan Dmochowski ’90, Stephen Moffett ’98, Noah Lovell ’17, Nick Kania ’18, James Melvin ’18, Dalton Watring ’22, Sam Thrasher ’22, Dominic Bowen ’22, Logan Moniz ’22, and Wylie Wakefield ’24) students who have reached this milestone. However, for the first time, Falmouth Academy is proud to honor a Girl Scout for earning the Gold Award, an achievement earned by just 6% of eligible scouts and awarded “to Senior or Ambassador Girl Scouts who develop and carry out sustainable solutions to issues in their communities.”
Congratulations to Lillie “Virginia” Adams ’27 from GSEMA Troop 67942 for earning her Girl Scout Gold Award. Her outstanding project focused on creating a communication system to help first responders better understand the needs of individuals requiring nontypical assistance during emergencies. Inspired by a tragic event and a personal connection, Adams collaborated with the local police chief to develop a form now available in the Bourne community, ensuring improved safety for all.
Ooblek Draws Crowds at the Woods Hole Science Stroll
Falmouth Academy made a strong impression at the annual Woods Hole Science Stroll on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Organized for the second year by Sarah Knowles, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management, FA set up a tent on the WHOI dock, featuring science fair boards, activities, and speciallymade stickers of student artwork, including a rendering of this year’s graffiti wall on water conservation. Head of School David Perry, along with science teachers Liza Fox ’96 and Kate Durkin, engaged families in discussions about FA’s signature program, “Science in the Real World,” while FA WiSE (Women in Science and Engineering) Club representative Taleena Gonneea ’26 drew visitors with a hands-on demonstration of the chemistry behind making Ooblek, a non-Newtonian fluid. The event, celebrating the world-class ocean science of Woods Hole’s institutions, was not only an exciting outreach effort but also a meaningful way for FA to strengthen its role within the broader community, further aligning with its mission of real-world learning.
Above (left to right): Taleena Gonneea ’26 and teachers Liza Fox ’96 and Kate Durkin explain the sicence behind Ooblek.
Left: Taleena Gonneea ’26 speaks with a group at the demonstration table.
An Evening with Karla Bonoff
Praised by Billboard as part of a lineage of singer-songwriters whose “earthly anthems of soul-searching heartache and joy touched souls,” Karla Bonoff performed to a packed house at Falmouth Academy’s benefit concert on August 25, 2024, raising $12,000 for the Fund for Falmouth Academy. Accompanied by guitarist Nina Gerber, Bonoff delivered her signature ballads, including “Home” and “All My Life,” captivating the audience with her soaring vocals and timeless sound.
As the concert came to a close, Gerber delighted attendees with a medley pairing the Ukrainian national anthem and “Get Together” by the Youngbloods. After the show, Gerber signed a CD for Sasha Kaplenko ’26, who relocated to the Cape due to the escalating conflict in Ukraine.
Learning in Action
Explore how Falmouth Academy students connect classroom lessons to real-world change, from constitutional amendments to advocacy projects and creative explorations of the natural world.
Living the Constitution
Last spring, Katie Lars Lupo’s History 8 students embarked on an in-depth study of the U.S. Constitution, beginning with Justice Thurgood Marshall’s 1987 speech celebrating the document’s Bicentennial. In his speech, Marshall emphasized that the Constitution, rather than being a static set of ideals from the founding fathers, should be seen as a living, evolving document—imperfect, yet adaptable to reflect democratic ideals. Lupo’s students embraced this concept, understanding that the Constitution must balance the framework upon which the nation was founded with the inevitable changes that accompany progress.
For Lupo, the Constitution’s success is rooted in its amendment process, evidenced by the 27 ratified amendments showcasing its adaptability. To connect this idea to their own lives, she tasked her students with researching and drafting amendments to Falmouth Academy’s Student Handbook. The assignment sparked thoughtful proposals to improve school life, which were later presented to the administration. Students advocated for increased student support, expanded elective and club options, and greater flexibility in the dress code. One recommendation—more leniency with dress regulations—became a reality when Dean of Students Mike Deasy ’10 amended the handbook to allow leggings and extend the time students could wear shorts in the fall. It was a clear example of education in action.
Building on their exploration of the Constitution, Lupo’s students next examined the roles of federal, state, and local governments, with an emphasis on civic duty in a democracy. She challenged them to identify community issues they cared about and investigate whether any action had been taken. They also learned about local officials and leaders, identifying the appropriate contacts to address their concerns. This exercise encouraged them to move beyond simply acknowledging problems and to focus on developing meaningful solutions.
The results were impressive. Zara Taylor-Keefer ’28 contacted the town of Sandwich about access to gender-neutral bathrooms
on local beaches, prompting a visit from Sandwich Town Manager Bud Dunham, who spoke to the entire grade about civic duty and local governance. Meanwhile, Lena Jazo ’28 received a letter of commendation from Governor Healey for her advocacy for accessible and affordable menstrual products for young women. Ultimately, many members of the Class of 2028 were contacted and recognized by their local representatives and applauded for engaging in authentic civic action.
Above top: Abby Moore ’28 learns more about local and state representatives in preparation for writing a letter.
Above bottom (top row, left to right): Nolan Gallello ’28, Hannah Park ’28, Alex deChiara ’28, Katie Lars Lupo, Veronica Foureman ’28, Emme Carroll ’28, Mira Davis ’28, (bottom row, left to right) Mason Crowley ’28, Mia Mathger Jones ’28, Sofia Canelos ’28, Lexi Kalkanis ’28, and Sylvie Parsons ’28 with their letters postmarked and ready for mailing to government representatives.
In Audubon’s Steps
In the tranquility of Beebe Woods, Kate Durkin’s 9th-grade Changing Earth science class embarked on a journey into the world of birds as part of an Arts Across the Curriculum project coled by art teacher Lucy Nelson. The Audubon Project, honoring the renowned naturalist John James Audubon, invited students to explore the hidden wonders of avian life through observation and creativity.
Outfitted with binoculars, cameras, field guides, and birding apps, the students ventured into the woods, guided by instructions to proceed slowly and in silence, attuning themselves to the sounds of nature in the spirit of Audubon.
Amidst the rustling leaves and chirps of hidden inhabitants, students carefully observed their feathered subjects as the birds foraged under leaves and brush and soared overhead. Occasionally, their task was interrupted by human sounds— distant traffic and the hum of landscaping crews—reminding them of the delicate balance between nature and civilization.
Once back in the science lab, art teacher Lucy Nelson assisted the students in translating their observations into vibrant drawings of cardinals, robins, terns, and chickadees using Prismacolor pencils on toned paper.
However, the Audubon Project was more than an exercise in observation and creativity. It served as a precursor to the Naturalism project, a culmination of students’ observational and descriptive skills. As Dr. Durkin remarked, “The Audubon project allows students to start describing what they see, which is one of the main skills of science.”
For the Naturalism project, students returned to Beebe Woods and ventured beyond to Woodneck Beach, tasked with identifying native species—at least 10 birds, 10 plants, and four insects— which they then cataloged in their naturalism journals.
In the words of Audubon himself, “A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children” (a reflection of the language of his time, though today we understand conservation as a responsibility shared by all).
Above (left to right): Cardinal by Mathilda Moenke ’27, Andrew Muldoon ’27 working on an illustration, and quail by Ryanne Ferney ’27.
Below: Sophie McSherry ’27 watches for birds in the forest behind the school.
Educating for Engagement
After the September 10 presidential debate, Falmouth Academy created a space for its students to engage in meaningful discussion during flex block led by history teacher Matt Barnes. He explained, “I structured the session to guide students in contextualizing current events with historical examples.”
New student Beckham Peterson ’30 appreciated viewing footage from previous U.S. presidential debates that demonstrated decorum and emphasized mutual respect over individual differences. “It was interesting that in the ’60s and ’80s, the debates were more civil, and candidates would say things like, ‘I respect this person, and we have the same beliefs, but mine are a little different.’” Peterson noted that today candidates throw accusations at each other and focus more on themselves.
In a packed classroom, Head of School David Perry joined students in exploring the political and social dynamics of the debate. The discussion underscored FA’s commitment to fostering civil discourse on complex, often constitutional, topics. “This gathering wasn’t just an academic exercise,” said Barnes, “it exemplified how we equip our students to navigate divisive conversations with intellectual integrity and respect.”
In a letter to the school community, Perry emphasized the importance of preparing students to navigate an increasingly complex political world. “In today’s charged political climate,” he wrote, “it is critical to provide students with a foundation to deepen and sustain their curiosity, think independently and critically, and appreciate the complexities of the world.” This philosophy was at the core of Barnes’ presentation, where students were encouraged to engage with the intersections of political debate and civic responsibility. Perry explained that it is the school’s responsibility to help students navigate “pluralistic contention and civic engagement,” through critical inquiry and civil discourse.
Barnes extends this approach into his 11th-grade history course, Perspectives of the American Experiment. His students undertake a year-long research project on a chosen topic, drawn from United States history between 1865 and 2012. Previous project titles have ranged from “The Impact of Title IX on Women’s Sports” to “New World A-Comin’: Jazz as a Form of Resistance.” His students are encouraged to select subjects that ignite their curiosity and require deep, independent inquiry. To guide their research, Barnes teaches them to use the Four Corners Writing Graphic Organizer, a tool that helps structure their ideas, evidence, and analysis. This process challenges students to develop well-reasoned, evidence-based theses, which they defend in formal oral presentations before the whole class at the end of the year. This experience prepares them to meet the demands of college-level research as well as the critical public discourse necessary for active, engaged citizenship.
Perry also touched on FA teachers’ careful balance in encouraging intellectual freedom while avoiding personal bias. “Students have a fundamental right to determine their own values free from coercion, ideological bias, and inappropriate adult influence,” Perry said, highlighting the school’s commitment to fostering independent thought.
Above: A full classroom of participants in the flex block session.
Inset: Matt Barnes in the classroom.
In honor of FA's tenth Head of School, we reflect on past leadership, highlighting key accomplishments and milestones.
Compiled from the Falmouth Academy Archives by Britta Santamauro, Librarian, and Barbara Campbell, Director of Alumni & Parent Relations.
1980–1982
Edward “Ted” Childs
During his tenure, his wife, Katie Childs, established the school library, laying the foundation for what is now the library, archive, and learning center.
2014–2017
Stephen Duffy
2005–2013
David Faus
He oversaw a third capital campaign, which led to the addition of a new wing, featuring the Bruce and Patrice Buxton Library and updated classrooms for science and art.
1979–1980
He led a fourth capital campaign, completed in two phases, which resulted in the creation of Morse Hall and the Simon Center for the Arts, featuring a gallery, music room, and black box theater.
2018–2024
Matt Green
His resourceful leadership during COVID-19 made FA the first area school to resume using both hybrid and in-person classes. He also initiated a fifth campaign, currently underway.
1977–1979
Dr. Worthington Campbell
He oversaw the school’s grand opening in modest rented rooms in the basement of the Woodbriar Retirement Center, introducing the first graduating class of 1979.
George Blackwell (Interim)
He shepherded the school’s successful move to the former Clayton E. Campbell School on Otis Air Force Base.
1982–2005
Bruce Buxton
As the longest-serving Head of School, his leadership saw the completion of the school's first capital campaign and the move to a permanent campus on 34 acres in Beebe Woods, generously donated by Mr. and Mrs. Josiah K. Lilly III, in 1989. A second campaign in 1997 funded the construction of the gymnasium.
2013–2014
Dr. Mark Segar (Interim)
Renowned for his cool head and gentle demeanor, he skillfully guided the school through a successful head search.
2024
David Perry
2017–2018
Rob Wells (Interim)
Laying aside his teaching responsibilities, he graciously stepped in to provide stability during a time of transition, hiring many of the current faculty and staff.
Together with the Board, he is leading the way forward to determine a compelling vision for Falmouth Academy’s next chapter.
Leading with Purpose
An Interview with David Perry, Falmouth Academy’s New Head of School
In this insightful interview, Falmouth Academy’s Director of Communications, Amy Galvam, sits down with new Head of School, David Perry, to discuss his early impressions, leadership vision, and plans for the future. Perry reflects on the challenges and opportunities of stepping into his role, the importance of fostering student agency through cross-disciplinary learning, and how the school’s commitment to academics, arts, and science helps students develop their authentic voices to make a meaningful impact.
Leading from Afar: Vision and First Impressions
You began remotely in July before arriving on campus in August. How did that transition shape your initial impressions of Falmouth Academy?
DP My plan was to focus on reading in July and meetings in August, but it turned into a blend of both. While in Bend, Oregon during July, I immersed myself in the school's history, diving into key documents—founding materials, handbooks, bylaws—as well as publications like the Viewbook and The GAM. This gave me not only a grasp of the nuts and bolts of Falmouth Academy but also a deeper sense of its ethos.
From the beginning, my goal was to wrap my arms around all that was good about the school. I met with trustees, alumni, teachers, and administrators, and asked each of them similar questions to form a cohesive narrative of what FA values, what draws people here, and what keeps them. My role became clear: to amplify these qualities and co-create a compelling vision for the school’s next chapter.
Discovering FA’s Identity: Academics, Arts, and Impact
What have you discovered about FA’s identity, and how do you plan to nurture and evolve it?
DP It’s still early days, but I’ve come to see that the school has three distinct stakes in the ground: a classical core curriculum, and a strong emphasis on both the arts and the sciences. These aren’t just isolated areas; together, they form the foundation of the FA experience, helping students develop their identity and find their authentic voice.
The goal is to teach students to think critically and synthesize across disciplines. For example, how can they apply the critical thinking skills honed through the scientific method to what they’re learning in history or math? Or how might design thinking from the arts—problem-solving through a creative, iterative process—help them engage with the natural world around them? This kind of cross-curricular thinking is essential to our mission of “inspired learning to engage the challenges of our times.”
When I look at our most recent strategic plan, it’s clear that there’s an intentionality in our program that’s all about engagement. It’s not just about teaching students to know things, but about equipping them to act on that knowledge in meaningful ways. I want our students to feel the development and the power that comes from making a real difference.
In education, we often talk about fostering a sense of belonging. To me, belonging is closely tied to agency—the ability to shape and influence the communities you’re a part of, whether that’s at school, in your local community, or even on a global scale. The question becomes: How do we teach our students to not only know themselves but to act on that knowledge? What skills and opportunities do they need to shape their communities, their country, and their world?
Research shows that a close relationship with a caring adult is one of the most important predictors of student success, and that’s a defining characteristic of FA. Our faculty don’t just teach—they coach, run activities, lead trips, drive the vans, and attend games and performances. It’s about fostering courage, confidence, and composure in our students, all in service to helping them discover their voice and agency.
In turn, there is a certain seriousness of purpose and kindness in the ethos here. It’s the combination of these that makes the experience special.
Fostering Agency and Reflective Learning
In a fast-paced world dominated by technology, what role should schools like FA play in fostering deeper, more reflective learning?
DP Take the example of AI and writing. Some may ask, in the age of AI, what’s the point of a strong writing program when machines can do it for you? I’d argue that AI can’t replace an authentic voice. The future isn’t about avoiding technology but collaborating with it—using tools like AI to make our work more efficient, while still retaining our human touch.
My daughters attended a school that didn’t emphasize technology, yet they are now successful scientists who use it regularly in their work. What truly made a difference were the dedicated teachers who focused on helping them learn how to think critically, advocate for themselves, and discover their passions. By mastering these skills, they developed the ability to figure out what they needed to know about technology when the time came. Falmouth Academy is similar. What sets us apart is the opportunity for students to work closely with caring, capable adults, which helps them develop the mindset needed to face future challenges.
Ultimately, schooling aims to bring students closer to an understanding of what it means to be human. We engage students with real-world problems, requiring a certain level of content knowledge. Still, it’s the synthesis and application of that knowledge that helps them develop a sense of purpose. Schools should be places where students grapple with essential questions: Who am I? What does it mean to “live a good life?” Why do these things matter?
FA, with its flexible program, is well-positioned to foster this kind of education, and I’m excited to see how we can continue to evolve.
Choosing Falmouth Academy: A Moment of Clarity
Was there a particular experience that crystallized your decision to lead here?
DP During the interview process, what struck me was that everyone I spoke with wanted the best for Falmouth Academy. There was a deep belief in this place and a strong desire for it to succeed. People were clear about the challenges, but nothing worth doing is ever easy. I knew that if the community wanted to see FA succeed, I could work with that.
My role is about facilitating and orchestrating the different points of view toward a compelling vision. Having worked in larger institutions that often moved at a glacial pace, I wanted something more nimble. FA seemed to need something I could provide, and I was ready to take on that challenge together.
A Collaborative Leadership Style
In the short time we’ve worked together, I’ve noticed that you place a lot of trust in your team and value collaboration. Could you say more about your leadership style?
DP The care involved in effective leadership is similar to sound teaching. I aim to foster an attitude of experimentation and collaboration among the faculty, and I respect their evolving craftsmanship by ensuring they have the autonomy to express that care.
This atmosphere of trust fosters collaboration and problemsolving, where we approach challenges with curiosity and discover solutions together.
Believing that faculty, like students, are motivated and supported when leaders communicate high expectations with a dynamic and generous presence, I strive to be as actively involved as possible. I came to school leadership through teaching, and both roles have allowed me to engage my heart and mind while growing in unexpected ways. I work to create a culture that offers faculty and students the same opportunities for growth and fulfillment.
A Career-Defining Moment: Finding My Path in Education
Can you share a defining moment in your career that shaped your approach to educational leadership?
DP Interestingly, my path to education wasn’t straightforward. I was practicing law at the time, but I’d always derived energy from working with youth—I taught sailing, worked at camps, and led trips. My wife, Clare, was an educator, and I realized she was doing the things I wanted to be doing.
A colleague mentioned that Northfield Mount Hermon School was looking for a dorm director and I thought of Clare. She foresaw my potential interest in education and insisted that we take on the role together. When Clare had to go on bed rest with our second child, I took over all the dorm duties. That’s when I realized where I belonged, and I tendered my resignation from the law firm. It was a leap of faith, but NMH hired me to teach, and the rest is history.
Journey to Falmouth Academy
David Perry’s journey to Falmouth Academy is defined by purpose, passion, and resilience. Leaving behind a successful legal career, David and his wife, Clare, courageously followed their shared passion for education, eventually leading their young family overseas and embracing new challenges with each move. His path, shaped by a deep commitment to learning and a sense of adventure, highlights the power of trusting in one’s ability to grow and thrive. Now, as Head of School, he brings this global perspective and passion for discovery to Falmouth Academy.
Education
BA in Geography, Clark University
JD, Suffolk University Law School
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Administration, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Legal Career
Assistant Attorney General, Boston
Private Law Practice, Vermont and Massachusetts
Independent Schools
History Teacher, Northfield Mount Hermon, U.S.
Technology Educator, Friends School of Baltimore, U.S.
Director of Studies/Interim Head of School, The Academy at Charlemont, U.S.
Guidance Counselor, International School of Beijing, China
High School Principal/Head of School, Nido de Aguilas, Chile
Interim Director, American Embassy School, India
Head of School, Falmouth Academy, U.S.
Hope Allison ’15 Living the Legacy Full Circle
On the wedding photography website of Hope Allison ’15, a reviewer remarked that five stars were not nearly enough to commend Allison for her work—five galaxies might be more fitting. Falmouth Academy agreed, and hired alumna Allison, Class of 2015, to step in as the photography teacher after Susan Moffat retired in June following 28 years of teaching at FA.
Allison became enamored with photography in elementary school when she made a pinhole camera as a student at the Waldorf School of Cape Cod, recalling that seeing the images emerge in the darkroom “really blew my mind. They were like magic.” When she came to FA in 7th grade, she signed up for the photography elective.
She followed this passion through Middlebury College and expanded her education in Edinburgh through a study abroad program. “I took up street photography there, and it was a fun way for me to explore the city. I started sharing on Instagram and social media, and people began to follow me.”
While in college, Allison interned with past parent Jill Neubauer of Jill Neubauer Architects and learned architectural photography. “I was involved in different types of shooting, trying to figure out how I could make a living doing photography. I tried weddings for the first time and was surprised by how much I enjoyed it.” She started her business after graduation.
In hindsight, she noted that it made sense she would love shooting weddings. “It’s the perfect synthesis of all the kinds of photography I like. It’s part documentary, part architecture, part portraiture. It’s action shots, it’s still life—it’s all of those facets of photography that I find really invigorating, fun, challenging, and creative. Everybody’s happy all the time. It’s the best job in the world.”
Allison is excited to take on the role of teacher as well. She admitted feeling a little intimidated to take over from Moffat but shared that Moffat continues to be a real mentor to her. “It’s a bit strange because this is the darkroom where I learned photography, but it’s fun to come full circle and teach new students about the magic and joy of doing this… and I know what’s in the junk drawer! It’s good to be back in the FA community. I remember when I was in their shoes.”
Allison added, “I think it’ll be fun to be Ms. Moffat to them, just like she was to me.”
Above: Hope Allison ’15, Miguel Gomez-Ibanez ’29, and Sam Giguere ’29
1980s
Michael Kucharski ’80 and his outfit, Rocket Frog Divers in Costa Rica, have received a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best. Rocket Frog Divers offers SCUBA diving excursions and courses from Playas del Coco. Follow them on Facebook to see magnificent underwater footage of humpbacks, bull sharks, dolphins, turtles, and more. Kucharski is a retired member of the U.S. Army who went to Costa Rica to try diving. He loved it so much that he decided to stay and start a diving business. If you visit Costa Rica, stop by and tell him you’re from FA!
Trustee and alumnus Sean O’Neil ’04 qualified for the 2024-25 National Wheelchair Curling Team. He is one of two members from the Cape Cod Curling Club. From the pool of athletes on the National Team, five players will be chosen to represent the U.S. at the 2025 World Wheelchair Curling Championship based on performance throughout the season.
In June 2023, Kate Ellsworth Oler ’89 was nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as a member of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. She was confirmed by the Senate in June 2024 and was sworn in on July 29, 2024. She will serve a term of 15 years and, during this time, will rotate through the court’s five divisions. Ellsworth Oler previously worked for the U.S. Judiciary as a Special Master, presiding over vaccine injury cases. Before that, she served on active duty in the U.S. Air Force, holding positions as prosecutor, defense attorney, and trial judge. She retired from the Air Force as a colonel after 21 years of service.
2000s
Kudos to Paul Heslinga ’07 and Steve Heslinga ’04, who were selected by Forbes as 2024 Best-in-State Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors. The algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue, and other criteria. Their firm, the Heslinga & Tate Private Wealth Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, is based in Hyannis, MA.
1990s
Congratulations to Ben Jones ’90, recipient of the L.G. Lavengood Outstanding Professor of the Year Award, voted on each year by the graduating MBA classes at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management to recognize exceptional dedication and impact in teaching. Jones is the Gund Family Professor of Entrepreneurship and Professor of Strategy.
Nick Fitton ’07 won the Omaha Symphony Orchestra Assistant Principal Flute audition and is now a member of the symphony. Fitton, who also plays the piccolo, said in a LinkedIn post that he has had “laser focus on this moment ever since I fell in love with the flute and started taking lessons at age 7.”
Kendall Currence ’18 is on her way to fulfilling her dream of playing professional women’s basketball. As the first 2024-2025 signee for the Newcastle Eagles in northern England, she continues to wear her signature jersey #1, just as she did at Northeastern University and Temple. Currence began her rookie season in September, scoring eight points and delivering four assists in her first game. You can watch her play on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/ newcastleeagles).
2010s
Walker Heard ’19 has joined the Peace Corps and is stationed in the Kingdom of Tonga. His cohort of 19 members includes both educational volunteers and first of its kind, Climate Resilience Trainees. They will work with communities, local governments, and NGOs to combat climate change, build resilience, and manage natural disaster risks.
Island Wide Youth Collaborative (IWYC) welcomed Leah Littlefield ’19 as their new School Liaison on Martha’s Vineyard. Littlefield provides support to families as they navigate challenges in school ranging from learning concerns to attendance issues to behavioral challenges.
2020s
Kurt Achin ’87 and Mica Schweitzer-Bluhm ’90 bumped into each other at the Maine Organic Farmers and Growers Association Common Ground Fair. They are sitting in the Maine Monitor booth, of which Schweitzer-Bluhm is the editor. Achin is a board member of Farming Falmouth.
Sarah Thieler ’22, a junior at Smith College, was selected to join the NASAfunded MaRS (Math Resilient Students) team at Smith. The program addresses the gender gap in STEM fields through research and outreach. Thieler will work with middle school students using math activities to support young people in STEM. Additionally, she will research how identity, diversity, and inclusion impact STEM success, which aligns with NASA’s and Smith’s missions to foster equity in STEM education and careers.
Summer reunions took place for the Classes of 2009 and 2014 at Aquatic Brewing on Main Street in Falmouth. Teachers Doug Jones, Deborah Bradley, and Lalise Melillo stopped by to say hello at the respective gatherings.
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˄ Class of 2009 Reunion
(front row, left to right) Christina Johns, Alex Gundersen, Bene Webster; (back row) Philip MacDonald, Maddie Friedman, Molly McDermott, Max McGurl, Kenny McCormack, Doug Jones, Tim Wadman. ˅
˅ Class of 2014 Reunion (left to right) Lalise Melillo, Deborah Bradley, Cassidy Reves-Sohn, Geoffrey Jackson, Carlo Bocconcelli, Lily Patterson, Catherine Aviles, Chase Gibson, Peter Wells.
Jesse Brown’s journey to Falmouth Academy is anything but ordinary. Raised between Connecticut and Rhode Island, Brown played collegiate soccer at Castleton University in Vermont, where he captained the team. His passion for sports took him across the pond to England for graduate school, where he coached youth teams for a professional soccer club. Returning to the U.S., he worked with the New York Red Bulls youth academy before moving into the independent school world, where his leadership at Manhattan’s Trinity School led the Boys Varsity Soccer team to their first-ever state championships.
Brown’s experience spans urban day schools, southern boarding schools, and international programs, all of which have shaped his inclusive approach to athletics. Now at FA, he’s eager to engage with the school’s close-knit teams, where adaptability and personal attention are key.
At the heart of it, Brown’s philosophy is that athletics should be inclusive and help students grow as both players and people. He aims to balance competition with personal development, emphasizing the lessons learned on the field as essential to life beyond sports. “I want every student—whether seasoned athletes or first-time players—to find their place,” says Brown. His focus on wellness— incorporating fitness, nutrition, and mental health—drives his vision for a holistic athletic program, and he’s already introduced morning workouts open to students and faculty.
Brown says he’s been impressed by the coaching talent at FA, praising the passion and dedication of coaches like Ross Irwin and Jon Olson, who balance their academic roles with a full commitment to the athletic program. Under his leadership, FA athletics is poised for continued growth built on teamwork, adaptability, and an enduring commitment to student well-being.
Nate Holmes ’24 Signs with Roger Williams University
Wearing #11 and scoring 1,000 career points in just three years, Nate Holmes ’24 celebrated signing his letter of intent to play basketball for Roger Williams University, surrounded by family, friends, and teammates. Holmes, also named MVP, joins a team that competes in Division III and won the Commonwealth Coast Conference Championship in 2024 for the first time in 25 years.
Coach Sarah Knowles celebrated her 100th career varsity win with a 13-7 victory over Sturgis East on May 21, 2024.
On May 24, 2024, Boys Varsity Lacrosse Captain Christian Hanoian ’24, in a heartfelt speech at All School Meeting, expressed his gratitude to Coach Mike Earley, calling him “the best coach I ever had.”
Right (top to bottom): Caroline Cazeault ’26, Natalie Hurlbut ’28, Faye McGuire ’26, Amelia Russell Schaeffer ’26, Willow Wakefield ’26, Christian Hanoian ’24, Drew Reeves ’24, Charlie Rickard ’25.
Left: Gabby Holmes, Nate Holmes ’24, Max Holmes, and Sophie Holmes ’27.
O’Day Qualifiers
On May 27-28, 2024, FA sailors Benjamin Angell ’24, Marcus Greco ’24 (above), Willow Lajoie ’26 (above), and Gus McGuire ’24 competed in the O’Day Qualifiers, securing a third-place finish and advancing to the prestigious O’Day Trophy in Greenwich, CT.
2024 CAPE & ISLANDS LEAGUE HONORS
GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE ALL-LEAGUE TEAM
Caroline Cazeault ’26
Natalie Hurlbut ’28
Faye McGuire ’26
Amelia Russell Schaeffer ’26
Willow Wakefield ’26
BOYS VARSITY LACROSSE AWARDS
TEAM SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD (voted by opposing coaches)
ALL-LEAGUE TEAM | Christian Hanoian ’24
HONORABLE MENTION | Drew Reeves ’24
INDIVIDUAL SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD | Charlie Rickard ’25
FA COACHES’ AWARDS
Congratulations to the following JV and Varsity athletes who were recognized by their coaches at the 2023–2024 FA Athletic Banquet held on May 30th.
BOYS VARSITY SOCCER | Gabe Murray ’27
GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER | Maria Soares ’25
CROSS COUNTRY | Natalie Pil ’24 & Wylie Wakefield ’24
Hope Allison ’15, an alumna and accomplished photographer, graduated magna cum laude from Middlebury College with a degree in English Literature and Linguistics. She returns to FA to fill the shoes of her mentor, Susan Moffat, and teach the photography electives. Allison also advises the After-School Photo Club. Read more in the Alumni News section.
Jesse Brown, with a background in coaching and personal training, takes on the role of Athletic Director. He holds an advanced degree in sports management, oversees the athletic program, teaches Middle School Physical Education and the Fitness for Life elective, and will coach Girls Varsity Basketball in the winter.
Katharine Enos steps into the role of Director of Development, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in educational administration including fundraising, marketing, and enrollment. A graduate of Davidson College, she also holds an M.A. in International Education and most recently worked at the Marine Biological Laboratory and Sea Education Association.
Andy Hamilton, PhD, returns to FA to teach History 7 and 10 while Rob Wells is on sabbatical. With a focus on socioemotional learning and executive functioning, he has experience in independent, public, and international schools, as well as educational consulting.
Shelby Mann comes to FA from the Hyla School on Bainbridge Island to teach the 9th-grade Changing Earth science curriculum and Analytical Chemistry during Dr. Durkin’s family leave. She holds a degree in Environmental Science and has extensive experience leading marine research voyages through SEA Education Association.
David Perry brings 24 years of leadership in independent and international schools to his new role as FA’s Head of School. His background includes two headships and degrees in Geography, Educational Leadership, and Law. Before joining FA, he led the American Embassy School in New Delhi.
Janet Salsman joins the team as a part-time van driver. With prior experience at two other independent schools, she transitioned to driving after a career in project management and event planning.
Back row (L-R): David Perry, Andy Hamilton, Hope Allison ’15, Jesse Brown; front row (L-R): Janet Salsman, Shelby Mann, Katharine Enos
2024–2025
Board of Trustees
Megan English Braga, Chair
Andrew Kingman ’00, Vice Chair
Sheila Giancola, Treasurer
Joan Ogilvy Holden, Secretary
Kenneth Armstead
Benjamin Baum ’99
Andy Bowen
Scott D. Brown ’89
Greg Clancy ’97
Mary Harrington
Ried Heywood
Peter Jeffrey
Luke McCabe
Maura Bullock McSherry
Rob Munier
Sean O’Neill ’04
Adam Sholley
Mindy Todd
Trustees Emeriti
Ben Allen
Charles Bardelis
Jodee Bishop
Margaret Clowes Bowles
Ronald Garcia
Virginia Gregg
Elizabeth Heald
Lindsay Hopewood
Mark Hutker
Michael Jones
Russ Lemcke
D. Gordon MacLeod
Eileen Miskell
Susan Morse
Robert Reynolds
Joe W. Russell Jr.
Laura Ryan Shachoy
Brett Sanidas
Richard Sylvia
Keith von der Heydt
Head of School
David Perry
Director of Development
Katharine Enos
Every effort was made in this report to accurately recognize each donor’s generosity through June 30, 2024. We appreciate you bringing any errors or omissions to our attention, and apologize in advance for any oversight.
Dear Friends of Falmouth Academy,
Thank you! Last year, because of you—our donors, stewards, sponsors, and volunteers—we raised an impressive $528,964 for the Fund for Falmouth Academy, exceeding our goal by 18%. We are deeply grateful. Gifts ranged from $5 to $37,000, and each one reflected a common belief in the mission of our school. In addition, we’re thrilled to share that 98% of our faculty and staff and 100% of our Board made a gift to the Fund. These numbers reflect our shared commitment and the power of our combined efforts. Imagine what more we might accomplish, together?
The Fund for Falmouth Academy directly and immediately supports teaching and learning at FA, and is, therefore, a top philanthropic priority. This unrestricted fund supports faculty development, tuition assistance, facility improvements, and so much more. It is also the foundation of support for our thriving theater, music, visual arts, and athletics programs. Most importantly, the fund allows us to focus our energy on our mission of preparing students to engage the challenges of our times.
We’re also happy to share that the quiet phase of our other current philanthropic priority—our “Forward to Fifty” comprehensive campaign—continues at a rapid pace. In only the first 18 months, we’ve raised over $4M in gifts and pledges in support of endowment and current use priorities to help fund the recruitment and retention of our outstanding faculty; tuition assistance programs for our students; and improvements to, and expansion of, our facilities to serve the FA of tomorrow.
Your philanthropic investment in Falmouth Academy ensures we can continue to provide a transformative educational experience and nurture the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators. In this report, you will see hundreds of names: alumni, families, faculty, trustees, friends, and businesses whose investments of work, wealth, and wisdom help make all that we do here at Falmouth Academy possible. We are incredibly grateful for your combined support and the momentum it provides as we move together toward our 50th anniversary celebration in 2027.
As we launch this year’s Fund for Falmouth Academy, we remind you that while tuition funds our mission, philanthropy fuels our future. Thank you for investing in the Falmouth Academy of today, tomorrow, and beyond.
With gratitude,
Adam Sholley Development Chair, Board of Trustees
Katharine W. Enos Director of Development
The Fund for Falmouth Academy
New gifts made between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024
Gifts to the annual Fund for Falmouth Academy provide vital, flexible resources to ensure the quality of education at Falmouth Academy during the current fiscal year. Listings with an * indicate that the donor is a member of the Navigator Society, which recognizes donors of ten or more consecutive years. If applicable, gift listings may include matching gift values plus gift amount.
Gift Clubs & Gift Ranges
The Mariner Society
Founders Circle
Anonymous
Timothy Bowen
Beth Colt and P. K. Simonds*
Carolyn Fish*
Pamela Clapp Hinkle and Greg Hinkle*
R. K. Mellon Family Foundation*
Cassandra Milbury*
Daniel and Mareana (Ricci ’99) Nightingale*
Mr. and Mrs. David Rickard
Miyoko Sato ’86*
Revels Society
Anonymous
Andy Bowen and Linda Beetlestone*
Cynthia Feldmann and Tom DeMello*
Peter and Yuko de Menocal
Matt Green and Jennifer Rossiter
Thomas F. and Virginia Gregg*
Elizabeth P. Heald*
Karey and Josh Kitfield ’91*
The Marzot Family*
Eileen and Dana Miskell*
Isti Mirant Stella Guild
Alison and Robert Ament*
David and Oksana Aubrey*
Greg Clancy ’97
Christina Egloff and Brent Runyon*
Sheila and Mike Giancola*
Joan Ogilvy Holden and Robert Holden
Amy and Nick Lowell ’88
Victoria Lowell*
Luke and Jennifer McCabe
Maura Bullock McSherry and John McSherry
Head of School’s List
Anonymous
Seth and Kate Ackerman
Kenneth Armstead
Melissa and Santiago Carvajal
Jun Chang and Guiying Zhao
Eleanor and Andrew Clark*
Jennifer Crowley
Amy (Harris ’92) and Seth Cummings*
Heather (Mastromatteo ’90) and Jonathan DiPaolo*
Janine and Paul Donovan
Joan Donovan
Ellen Mecray and Stephen Remsen
Rob and Jan Munier
Katarina Scamborova ’98 and Michael Zeltkevic*
Adam Sholley and Joan Moynagh
Megan Starr ’06*
Amy (Ballentine ’96) and Matt Stevens*
Lizzie Stimson Memorial Scholarship Fund for the Performing and Creative Arts*
Melanie and Michael Tanionos
Joe and Joan Valle*
Bill and Julie Waite*
Dan and Mary Webb
Nina H. Webber*
Athens Sparta Club
Ben and Julie Allen*
Sam Amazeen ’07 and Megan Chin*
Eryn (Ament ’91) and Michael Bingle*
Ben Baum ’99 and Dave Brown*
Jodee P. Bishop and James C. Reber*
Nancy Bisienere
Megan English Braga and Robert Kubitschek
Margaret Clowes Bowles and Frank Bowles*
Peter and Melissa Brown*
Bruce and Patrice Buxton*
Russell and Brenda Cazeault
Victoria and Scott Centurino*
Tucker M. Clark*
William and Emily Coggins
Carmen and Jim DiSanto
Alicia Goranson ’92*
Mimi Griffenberg
Henrik and Lara Gulmann*
Anna dos Santos and Robert Pritchard*
Jason and Jessie Eldredge*
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Feeney
Amy Ferreira
Bob and Trudi Fondren
Chris Foster ’93 and April Mattix Foster*
Darshan and Randy Goux ’89
Tom and Susan Goux*
Stephen Harding and Storm Swain
John and Mary Jo Heyl
Peter and Lindsay Hopewood*
Thomas J. Hallahan*
James N. Heald II*
The Heslinga Family*
Tracy and Steve Heslinga ’04
Ried and Laura Heywood
Olivann and John E. Hobbie*
Mark and Carla Hutker*
Peter and Jeannine Jeffrey
Colleen and Chip Johns*
Mike and Kira Jones*
Amy and Andrew Kingman ’00*
Theresa Kopp ’86*
Scott and Wendy Lajoie
Jim Lloyd*
Douglas and Maria MacDonald*
Michael and Hannah Moore*
Asta and Christopher Muldoon
Robert and Karen Ritucci
Dr. and Mrs. John W. Rowe*
Jan and Mark Russell ’80*
Petra Scamborova ’93 and Leo Otake*
Linda (Baron ’80) and Nick Suttora*
Nancy and David C. Twichell*
The Verslycke/Pinto da Silva Family Bene Webster ’09*
Gabrielle Tomasky Holmes and Max Holmes
George and Margot Kalkanis
Janet Kearsley*
Russell and Wendy Keeler*
John and Susan Lazarus
The Moore Family*
Tiffany and Jeffrey Moon ’92*
Lucy Beecher Nelson and Brad Nelson*
Roger and Rebecca Parsons
Nipam Patel and Edith M. Copenhaver
Evan Sipe Rahman ’04*
David Riddiford
James Rouse
Adam and Melissa Soule
Chloe Starr ’04*
Mary Swope*
Sarah Todd and Michael Thomas
Clyde Tyndale and Deb Winograd*
Keith von der Heydt and Terry McKee*
Courtney and Timothy Wadman ’09*
John B. Waterbury and Vicky Cullen*
Janos Zahajszky ’94 and Linh Trieu*
Honor Society
Anonymous
Erin and David Aronson ’96
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Bowen*
Gilbert and Susan Brinckerhoff*
Steven A. Pikor Britton ’84
Scott Brown ’89 and Melissa Hofer*
Caroline and Christopher Buccino ’02*
Dr. and Mrs. John Burris*
Charles and Mimi Cleary*
Nina B. Coles
Josh and Betsy (Wadman ’13) Colvin*
David Diriwachter and Deirdre Bohan
Karen and Michael M. Dutton*
Robert Evans and Khamla Sananikone
Robert and Joanne Fallon
Donald and Nancy Gantz*
Lee and Debbie Gove*
Annie Griffenberg
Mary S. Harrington
Marianne and Kevin Holmes ’92*
Monica and Bill Hough*
Ana and Evan Hutker ’07*
Luke Johns ’14*
Evan Jones ’88*
Katharina (Plumb ’01) and Greg LiVigne*
Sarah (Lafaver ’96) and Michael McCarron*
Bill and Kate Marvel*
Brion and Grace McGroarty*
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83*
John Mendelsohn and Lisa Taylor*
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Miller
Bridget Miskell ’07*
Mary Lou and Charles Montgomery*
Kristin (Jochems ’05) and Ed Montville*
Wendy Kingman Nelson and Kris Nelson*
Amanda Page ’89
Katherine Parsons
Christine Pina ’86 and Alex D. Smith
Rob and Kris Reynolds*
Robert and Nazanin Ronan
Margaret Hough Russell and Joe W.
Russell Jr.*
Jennifer (Malaquias ’97) Ryan and Family*
George and Suzan Scharr*
Bruce and Kriss Stewart*
Denise Volpe Sullivan*
Laura Swanbeck ’04*
Patrice Sweeney*
Richard and Gayle Sylvia*
Beth and Max von der Heydt ’02*
John and Maribeth Wadman*
Steve and Carol Wagner*
Gary and Linda Walker*
Benjamin, Jenny and Michael Zitomer ’22
Scholars
Anonymous (4)
Mark and Janet Ackerman
Saramaria (Berggren ’83) and Peter Allenby*
Jay and Melissa Allison*
Pusit Atthaoraek*
Victoria Avis ’15
Alexandra Baker ’04*
David Bank and Amy Vince
Matthew Barnes
Clea Baumhofer ’10*
Clare Beams and Finn Calabro*
Natalie Belkin and Ken Freedman
David and Caroline Blauer
Carlo Bocconcelli ’14*
Martha and Bob Borden
Richard Boudreau and Sung Bin Park
Alex Boyle
Al and Deborah Bradley*
Jennifer and David Bradley ’92*
Rick Brew and Lori Pfingst
Celia and Jerry Brown
Rich and Gwen Brown*
Robert Brown and Paula Barbosa
Cassady (Byers ’97) and Ian Cadillac*
Barbara Campbell*
Jennifer Chamberlain
Katie and Darren Clark ’94*
David Cobb and
Mary Van Citters Cobb*
James and Sue Condon*
Daniel and Joan Costello*
Elizabeth Coughlin
Dr. and Mrs. Arthur E. Crago*
Greg and Lois Cronin*
John Cugini and Ingrid Hyder
Katie Curtis*
Allisa Dalpe ’12*
Mark and Sally Dalpe*
Mike Deasy ’10
Dorraine and Jerry Decaire
Lauren (McCormack ’07) and Andrew Desnoyers ’05*
James and Donna DiCostanzo*
Ivan Djikaev and Julia Zagachin*
John Dooley
Charles and Patricia Duane*
Joey and Debra Duarte
Evan Dube and Christy Mach Dube
Heidi and Jason Dubreuil
Ben Dunham and Wendy Rolfe-Dunham*
Gundi and Michael Eder*
The Josiah K. Lilly III Society | A Legacy of Support
In 1987 philanthropist Josiah K. Lilly III donated 34 acres of Beebe Woods so that Falmouth Academy could build a permanent campus. The Josiah K. Lilly III Society recognizes that visionary gift and honors those who have chosen to make a planned or deferred gift to Falmouth Academy. Such legacy gifts are extraordinarily important, helping ensure that future generations of students can also benefit from a Falmouth Academy education. (Italics indicate bequests realized.)
Anonymous (2)
Margaret Clowes Bowles
H. Walcott Brown Jr.
Peter and Melissa Brown
Bruce and Patrice Buxton
Worthington Campbell Jr.
Tucker M. Clark
Joanne Davis ’83
Mary Elizabeth Denneny
Jacob S. and Mary K. Fassett
Lauren Fox
Donald and Nancy Gantz
Henry Hague III ’90
Elizabeth P. Heald
Pamela Clapp Hinkle and Greg Hinkle
Peter and Lindsay Hopewood
Mary Jean Howard
Samuel Labate
Lalise and Jerry Melillo
Lubos Mikuska ’99
Bud and Betty Miskell
Charlotte Olmsted
Amy Peterschmidt
Mary Louise Potter
Neil Powell
Anne and Nelson Price
Jenny (Olson ’83) and Rick Putnam
Margaret Hough Russell and Joe W. Russell Jr.
Mark Russell ’80
John and Susan Schofield
Richard Sperduto and Ginny Edgcomb
Richard and Gayle Sylvia
Nancy P. and David C. Twichell
Petra Ehrenbrink and Bernhard Peucker-Ehrenbrink*
Frank and Jean Emerling*
Katharine and Devin Enos
Christin Evangelista-Adams*
Joe Famely and Kathryn Sodaitis
The Fletcher Family
Steven R. Flier
Kim Flynn ’81*
Vasska and Tarni Fondren
Steven and Jessi Foureman
Liza Fox ’96 and Alfredo Arelxabaleta*
Bettina Freelund
David and Claudia Gallagher
Amy and Dennis Galvam
Doug and Lisa Garland*
Tasha Garland ’16*
Gregg and Lynda Gaudet*
Jeffrey and Nancy Gaughan
Thomas and Barbara Geagan*
Margaret Gifford*
Allan and Susan Giglia
Jay and Melissa Goldbach
Carol Goranson ’97*
William Goranson*
Samuel Graber-Hahn ’17
Vince and Kathryn Greco
Tracy and Tim Gregg ’85*
Sol and Nancy Gully
Mr. and Mrs. Erik Gulmann
Katie Gundersen ’06*
Marcy Haffner
Jennifer and Henry Hague ’90*
Patricia Harris*
Rosemary and Mike Haseltine
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Haslun*
Mary G. Heard*
Paul Heslinga ’07
Paul Hogan
John and Amy Homa
Charles and Marianita Hopkinson*
Richard and Susie Houghton*
Walter W. Howard
Rebecca Hull
Peter G. Huntington*
Ross Irwin
Di Jin and Zhen Wu*
Jim and Kathy Johnson*
Doug Jones and Annie Dean*
Mary Kate Jones ’17
Suzanne Jordan*
Steve and Jenny Junker
Robert and Robin Just
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Kellogg
Robert and Patricia Knapp*
Sarah Knowles*
Sharon and Gary Kreamer
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lajoie
Evelyn Land
Gerald and Kathryn Lanson
Fred and Celina Leach
Elisabeth Munro Ledwell and Patrick Ledwell*
Josh and Lauren Leveque*
Pauline Levi-Valensi
Scott Lindell and Alison Leschen*
Deirdre A. Ling and Edward H. Russell*
Ivory Littlefield and Lisa Epstein*
Philip Logan and Nan Garrett Logan*
Barbara and Bill Lott
Ed Lott and Amy Fish*
Philip MacDonald ’09*
Rick and Jennifer Markello
Nancy H. Massey*
Kate Masterson and Gonzalo Mendez
Paul and Laura Matthias
Steven Mazza
Scott and Jennifer McGuire
Matthew McKinnon
Samuel McMurtrie Jr.
Steven and Nicole Mele
Lalise and Jerry Melillo*
Garry Metters and Skylar Menton
Chris and Kyra Mercer
Claire and Brian Miskell ’06*
Scottie Mobley and Jeff Kaeli
Emily and Perry Moehnke
Susan Moffat and Tom Kleindinst*
Jonathan and Kate Mogul
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Molyneaux
Susan Moran
Susan G. Morse*
Katherine Murray ’09
Bill Murray ’12
Bishakha Oli ’19
Jonathan Olson
Anke O’Neil
Alexandro and Elma Otoni
Jennifer Park
Lily Patterson ’14*
Ellen Love Pendleton
Paula Peters and Mark Harding*
Al Plueddemann*
Alaina Plueddemann ’15
Susan Reidy*
Ann M. Rennie
Brian and Katherine Renzi
Helen Reuter and David Martin*
Jill C. Reves*
Justin Reynolds ’99 and Ana Keilson
Olivia and Dave Riddiford*
Charles Roger
John and Barbara Rooney
Carol Roupenian*
The Russell Family*
Jessica Hough Russell ’01*
Whit Russell ’04*
Britta and David Santamauro
Zephy Thompson ’20
Carolina Vidal
Leslie and Raymond Walters
Valerie A. Schmidt*
Ray Schmitt and Nancy Copley*
John and Susan Schofield*
Caitlin Schwarzman ’88 and V. Jason Rucker*
Meg Schwarzman ’90 and Mike Wilson*
Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm ’90 and Todd Bluhm*
Daniel and Laura Sciortino
Gaius and Ellie Shaver*
Stephen Sheinkopf ’84 and Jennifer Levy*
Rich and Libby Signell*
Roderick and Karen Sipe*
Ruth Slocum and Mark Patterson*
Brittany and Joey Smith ’04*
Richard Sperduto and Ginny Edgcomb*
Isabelle Stewart ’18
Marin and Dana Street
Sarah Swanbeck ’03*
Maurice and Susan Tavares*
Uri and Marilyn ten Brink*
Dr. and Mrs. Edward R. Thieler III*
David Thompson and Kim Heath*
Edmond Thompson
Mindy Todd and Bob Fenstermaker
Mr. and Mrs. Jacques H. Tompkins*
Jamie (Cubellis ’98) and Peter Tormey
Jim and Erin Truman
Sarah Twichell ’99 and David Crandall*
Frederica Valois*
Charlie and Rachel Van Voorhis*
Sean Waite and Katherine May-Waite*
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wakefield
Timothy and Ellen Wakefield*
Deborah Warner*
Matthew W. Waterbury ’04*
Kyle Watson*
Rob Wells*
Joan Wickersham*
Albert and Isabelle Williams*
Dr. and Mrs. George Woodwell*
Charles “Mike” Wrighter*
John Yankee*
Elizabeth (Sheinkopf ’91) and Alarick Yung*
Andy and Jenifer Zetland
Judith Ziss*
The Fund for Falmouth Academy Giving by Constituency
Trustees
Kenneth Armstead
Benjamin Baum ’99
Andy Bowen
Scott Brown ’89
Greg Clancy ’97
Megan English Braga
Sheila Giancola
Henrik Gulmann
John Heyl
Ried Heywood
Joan Ogilvy Holden
Peter Jeffrey
Andrew Kingman ’00
Luke McCabe
Maura Bullock McSherry
Rob Munier
Adam Sholley
Megan Starr ’06
Mindy Todd
Joe Valle
Former Trustees
Ben Allen
Jodee P. Bishop
Margaret Clowes Bowles
Peter Brown
Mary Van Citters Cobb
Beth Colt
Cynthia Feldmann
Virginia Gregg
Elizabeth P. Heald
Lindsay Hopewood
Mark Hutker
Chip Johns
Mike Jones
Deirdre A. Ling
Nick Lowell ’88
Eileen Miskell
Mary Lou Montgomery
Hannah Moore
Rob Reynolds
Joe W. Russell Jr.
Mark Russell ’80
Miyoko Sato ’86
Richard Sylvia
Keith von der Heydt
Parents Class of 2024
Anonymous
Meg and Dan Athearn
Christopher Carroll and Kendra Buresch
Melissa and Santiago Carvajal
Amy Ferreira
Natalie Belkin and Ken Freedman
Vince and Kathryn Greco
Rosemary and Mike Haseltine
Gabrielle Tomasky Holmes and Max Holmes
Mike and Kira Jones
John and Susan Lazarus
Chris McGuire and Virginia Land McGuire
Anke O’Neil
Timothy and Ellen Wakefield
Parents Class of 2025
David and Oksana Aubrey
William and Emily Coggins
Peter and Yuko de Menocal
John Dooley
Vasska and Tarni Fondren
David and Claudia Gallagher
Darshan and Randy Goux ’89
Stephen Harding and Storm Swain
Ried and Laura Heywood
Peter and Jeannine Jeffrey
Robert and Kimberly Lane
Gerald and Kathryn Lanson
Amy and Nick Lowell ’88
The Marzot Family
Asta and Christopher Muldoon
Parents Class of 2026
Anonymous (2)
Seth and Kate Ackerman
David and Oksana Aubrey
Scott Brown ’89 and Melissa Hofer
Robert Brown and Paula Barbosa
Anke O’Neil
Katherine Parsons
Ben Parsons
Olivia and Dave Riddiford
Robert and Karen Ritucci
Robert and Nazanin Ronan
Scott and Nancy Thrasher
Timothy and Ellen Wakefield
Dan and Mary Webb
Parents Class of 2027
David and Caroline Blauer
Elizabeth Coughlin
Amy (Harris ’92) and Seth Cummings
Christin Evangelista-Adams
Jennifer Giabbai and Jeff Gerger
Gabrielle Tomasky Holmes and Max Holmes
Fred and Celina Leach
Josh and Lauren Leveque
Maura Bullock McSherry and John McSherry
Emily and Perry Moehnke
Paul and Laura Matthias
Scott and Jennifer McGuire
The Moore Family
Lucy Beecher Nelson and Brad Nelson
Dan and Mareana (Ricci ’99) Nightingale
Jennifer Park
Katherine Parsons
Ben Parsons
Robert and Nazanin Ronan
Melanie and Michael Tanionos
Jim and Erin Truman
The Verslycke/Pinto da Silva Family
Parents Class of 2029
Jay and Melissa Allison
David Bank and Amy Vince
Holly Davison and Joel Holder
Evan Dube and Christy Mach Dube
Jason and Jessie Eldredge
Liza Fox ’96 and Alfredo Arelxabaleta
Ellen Mecray and Stephen Remsen
Russell and Brenda Cazeault
Jun Chang and Guiying Zhao
Ivan Djikaev and Julia Zagachin
Janine and Paul Donovan
Heidi and Jason Dubreuil
Meagan Eagle
Robert Evans and Khamla Sananikone
Jeffrey and Nancy Gaughan
Annie Griffenberg
Henrik and Lara Gulmann
John and Amy Homa
James and Teresa Jazo
Scott and Wendy Lajoie
Chris McGuire and Virginia Land McGuire
Scott and Jennifer McGuire
Steven and Nicole Mele
Anna Michel
Jonathan and Kate Mogul
Asta and Christopher Muldoon
Alexandro and Elma Otoni
Brian and Katherine Renzi
Adam and Melissa Soule
Marin and Dana Street
Parents Class of 2028
Richard Boudreau and Sung Bin Park
Jennifer Crowley
John Cugini and Ingrid Hyder
David Diriwachter and Deirdre Bohan
Joey and Debra Duarte
Joe Famely and Kathryn Sodaitis
Steven and Jessi Foureman
James and Teresa Jazo
Steve and Jenny Junker
George and Margot Kalkanis
Kate Masterson and Gonzalo Mendez
Nancy Bisienere
Andy Bowen and Linda Beetlestone
Al and Deborah Bradley
Rick Brew and Lori Pfingst
Rich and Gwen Brown
Peter and Melissa Brown
John and Sally Burris
Barbara Campbell
Russell and Brenda Cazeault
Eleanor and Andrew Clark
Charles and Mimi Cleary
David Cobb and Mary Van Citters Cobb
William and Emily Coggins
Beth Colt and P. K. Simonds
James and Sue Condon
Daniel and Joan Costello
Greg and Lois Cronin
Mark and Sally Dalpe
Peter and Yuko de Menocal
Russ and Kerin Delaney
Kathy Denham
James and Donna DiCostanzo
Ivan Djikaev and Julia Zagachin
Anna dos Santos and Robert Pritchard
Charles and Patricia Duane
Ben Dunham and Wendy Rolfe-Dunham
Karen and Michael M. Dutton
Meagan Eagle
Michael J. Earley and Emily Davern
Gundi and Michael Eder
Christina Egloff and Brent Runyon
Jason and Jessie Eldredge
Megan English Braga and Robert Kubitschek
Christin Evangelista-Adams
Cynthia Feldmann and Tom DeMello
Amy Ferreira
Michael and Kathryn Fletcher
Amy and Dennis Galvam
Donald and Nancy Gantz
Doug and Lisa Garland
Gregg and Lynda Gaudet
Thomas and Barbara Geagan
Sheila and Mike Giancola
Jay and Melissa Goldbach
William Goranson
Bruce and Shirley Gordon
Tom and Susan Goux
Garry Metters and Skylar Menton
Karyn and Brian Najarian
Daniel and Laura Sciortino
Joan and Jason Shemit
Sarah Todd and Michael Thomas
Jamie (Cubellis ’98) and Peter Tormey
Emily Vanderhoop
Parents of Alumni
Anonymous
Ben and Julie Allen
Saramaria (Berggren ’83) and Peter Allenby
Jay and Melissa Allison
Alison and Robert Ament
Kenneth Armstead
Pusit Atthaoraek
Jodee P. Bishop and James C. Reber
Lee and Debbie Gove
Vince and Kathryn Greco
Matt Green and Jennifer Rossiter
Thomas F. and Virginia Gregg
Annie Griffenberg
Henrik and Lara Gulmann
Thomas J. Hallahan
Patricia Harris
Steven and Lynn Heslinga
Ried and Laura Heywood
Pamela Clapp Hinkle and Greg Hinkle
Peter and Lindsay Hopewood
Charles and Marianita Hopkinson
Monica and Bill Hough
Richard and Susie Houghton
Peter G. Huntington
Mark and Carla Hutker
Recurring Giving
Donors enrolled in the Anchor Society, Falmouth Academy’s recurring giving program, make a sustained impact on our community all year long.
Sam Amazeen ’07 and Megan Chin
Erin and David Aronson ’96
Clea Baumhofer ’10
Martha and Bob Borden
Scott Brown ’89 and Melissa Hofer
Amy (Harris ’92) and Seth Cummings
Carmen and Jim DiSanto
John Dooley
Christina Egloff and Brent Runyon
David and Claudia Gallagher
Amy and Dennis Galvam
Matt Green and Jennifer Rossiter
Tracy and Steven Heslinga ’14
Evan Jones ’88
Sharon and Gary Kreamer
Ed Lott and Amy Fish
Sarah (Lafaver ’96) and Michael McCarron
Maura Bullock McSherry and John McSherry
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Chris and Kyra Mercer
Kristin (Jochems ’05) and Ed Montville
Lily Patterson ’14
Olivia and Dave Riddiford
George and Suzan Scharr
Hayley and Bob Schneider ’09
Sarah Swanbeck ’03
Patrice Sweeney
Di Jin and Zhen Wu
Colleen and Chip Johns
Doug Jones and Annie Dean
Suzanne Jordan
Steve and Jenny Junker
Russell and Wendy Keeler
Robert and Patricia Knapp
Elisabeth Munro Ledwell and Patrick Ledwell
Josh and Lauren Leveque
Scott Lindell and Alison Leschen
Ivory Littlefield and Lisa Epstein
Philip Logan and Nan Garrett Logan
Ed Lott and Amy Fish
Amy and Nick Lowell ’88
Victoria Lowell
Rick and Jennifer Markello
Bill and Kate Marvel
Charles and Kerrie Marzot
Luke and Jennifer McCabe
Brion and Grace McGroarty
Steven and Nicole Mele
John Mendelsohn and Lisa Taylor
Chris and Kyra Mercer
Eileen and Dana Miskell
Susan Moffat and Tom Kleindinst
Mary Lou and Charles Montgomery
Michael and Hannah Moore
Wendy Kingman Nelson and Kris Nelson
Bonnie and Paul O’Neill
Ben Parsons
Katherine Parsons
Paula Peters and Mark Harding
Laurence and Ann Pizer
Al Plueddemann
Susan Reidy
Jill C. Reves
Rob and Kris Reynolds
Carol Roupenian
James Rouse
Margaret Hough Russell and
Joe W. Russell Jr.
Greg and Jen Russell
Britta and David Santamauro
George and Suzan Scharr
Ray Schmitt and Nancy Copley
John and Susan Schofield
Gaius and Ellie Shaver
Rich and Libby Signell
Roderick and Karen Sipe
Ruth Slocum and Mark Patterson
Richard Sperduto and Ginny Edgcomb
Krystin St. Onge
Patrice Sweeney
Richard and Gayle Sylvia
Maurice and Susan Tavares
Uri and Marilyn ten Brink
David Thompson and Kim Heath
Scott and Nancy Thrasher
Sarah Todd and Michael Thomas
Nancy and David C. Twichell
Clyde Tyndale and Deb Winograd
Jeannine and Christian Valle ’94
Joe and Joan Valle
Charlie and Rachel Van Voorhis
Tim Verslycke and
Patricia Pinto da Silva
Denise Volpe Sullivan
Keith von der Heydt and Terry McKee
John and Maribeth Wadman
Steve and Carol Wagner
Bill and Julie Waite
Sean Waite and Katherine May-Waite
Gary and Linda Walker
John B. Waterbury and Vicky Cullen
Kyle Watson
Dan and Mary Webb
Rob Wells
Albert and Isabelle Williams
Judith Ziss
Benjamin and Jenny Zitomer
Grandparents of Students and Alumni
Anonymous (2)
Mark and Janet Ackerman
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Bowen
Alex Boyle
Tucker M. Clark
James and Sue Condon
Dr. and Mrs. Arthur E. Crago
Sharon Delaney and Ralph Sobieski
James and Donna DiCostanzo
Joan Donovan
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Feeney
Carolyn Fish
Bob and Trudi Fondren
Allan and Susan Giglia
Tom and Susan Goux
Mimi Griffenberg
Sol and Nancy Gully
Mr. and Mrs. Erik Gulmann
Patricia Harris
Rosemary and Mike Haseltine
Mary G. Heard
Robert and Robin Just
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Kellogg
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lajoie
Evelyn Land
Gerald and Kathryn Lanson
Barbara and Bill Lott
Victoria Lowell
Brion and Grace McGroarty
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Molyneaux
Roger and Rebecca Parsons
Mr. and Mrs. David Rickard
David Riddiford
John and Barbara Rooney
Bruce and Kriss Stewart
Dr. and Mrs. Edward R. Thieler III
Mr. and Mrs. Jacques Tompkins
Joe and Joan Valle
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wakefield
Joan Wickersham
Faculty and Staff
Pusit Atthaoraek
Matthew Barnes
Martha Borden
Barbara Campbell
Jennifer Chamberlain
Eleanor Clark
Jennifer Crowley
Jason Cullinane
Amy (Harris ’92) Cummings
Mike Deasy ’10
Carmen DiSanto
John Dooley
Michael J. Earley
Gundi Eder
Petra Ehrenbrink
Katharine Enos
Liza Fox ’96
Bettina Freelund
David Gallagher
Amy Galvam
Matt Green
Pamela Clapp Hinkle
Monica Hough
Ross Irwin
Doug Jones
Suzanne Jordan
Sarah Knowles
Scott Lajoie
Elisabeth Munro Ledwell
Josh Leveque
Matthew McKinnon
Dana Miskell
Scottie Mobley
Susan Moffat
Lucy Beecher Nelson
Dan Nightingale
Jonathan Olson
Jennifer Park
Ben Parsons
Helen Reuter
Jill C. Reves
Olivia Riddiford
Britta Santamauro
George Scharr
Ruth Slocum
Richard Sperduto
Leslie Walters
Rob Wells
Former Faculty and Staff
Alison Ament
Clare Beams
Deborah Bradley
Susan Brinckerhoff
Bruce and Patrice Buxton
Victoria Centurino
Tucker M. Clark
Katie Curtis
Matt Donahue
Ginny Edgcomb
Amy Fish
Olivann Hobbie
Colleen Johns
Jim Johnson
Janet Kearsley
Sharon Kreamer
Pauline Levi-Valensi
Ed Lott
Sarah (Lafaver ’96) McCarron
Lalise Melillo
Nancy Twichell
Clyde Tyndale
Charles “Mike” Wrighter
John Yankee
Alumni Giving
1980s
Saramaria (Berggren ’83) and Peter Allenby
Scott Brown ’89 and Melissa Hofer
Kim Flynn ’81
Darshan and Randy Goux ’89
Tracy and Tim Gregg ’85
Evan Jones ’88
Theresa Kopp ’86
Amy and Nick Lowell ’88
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Amanda Page ’89
Steven A. Pikor Britton ’84
Christine Pina ’86 and Alex D. Smith
Jan and Mark Russell ’80
Miyoko Sato ’86
Caitlin Schwarzman ’88 and V. Jason Rucker
Alumni Council
PRESIDENT Sam Amazeen ’07
PRESIDENT
VICE
Emily Birdwhistell ’98
SECRETARY
Lily Patterson ’14
Abigail (Hollander) Donovan ’12
Lucas Johns ’14
J. Graham Littlehale ’13
Tristan Wickersham ’04
Timothy Wadman ’09
Bene Webster ’09
Friends of Falmouth Academy
Anonymous (2)
Timothy Bowen
Celia and Jerry Brown
Nina B. Coles
Mary Anne Conboy
Dorraine and Jerry Decaire
Kathy Denham
Frank and Jean Emerling
Margaret Gifford
Mary S. Harrington
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Haslun
James N. Heald II
Jim Lloyd
Nancy H. Massey
Samuel McMurtrie Jr.
Cassandra Milbury
Jeffrey Neubauer
Mary Revelle Paci
Nipam Patel and Edith M. Copenhaver
Dr. and Mrs. John W. Rowe
Mary Swope
Frederica Valois
Carolina Vidal
Deborah Warner
Stephen Sheinkopf ’84 and Jennifer Levy
Linda (Baron ’80) and Nick Suttora
1990s
Erin and David Aronson ’96
Ben Baum ’99 and Dave Brown
Eryn (Ament ’91) and Michael Bingle
Jennifer and David Bradley ’92
Cassady (Byers ’97) and Ian Cadillac
Greg Clancy ’97
Katie and Darren Clark ’94
Amy (Harris ’92) and Seth Cummings
Heather (Mastromatteo ’90) and Jonathan DiPaolo
Chris Foster ’93 and April Mattix Foster
Liza Fox ’96 and Alfredo Arelxabaleta
Alicia Goranson ’92
Carol Goranson ’97
Jennifer and Henry Hague ’90
Marianne and Kevin Holmes ’92
Karey and Josh Kitfield ’91
Sarah (Lafaver ’96) and Michael McCarron
Tiffany and Jeffrey Moon ’92
Mareana (Ricci ’99) and Dan Nightingale
Justin Reynolds ’99 and Ana Keilson
Jennifer (Malaquias ’97) Ryan and Family
Katarina Scamborova ’98 and Michael Zeltkevic
Petra Scamborova ’93 and Leo Otake
Scott Wayne
Nina H. Webber
Katharine Woodwell
Businesses, Organizations and Foundations
The 300 Committee Land Trust
Associates of Cape Cod Bank of America
Charitable Foundation
Cape Cod Five
Cape Cod Foundation
Capeside Oral & Facial Surgery, Inc.
Cataumet Boats, Inc.
Cazeault Roofing & Solar
Chapoquoit Landscaping, LLC
Greg Clancy Construction, Inc.
Dalpe Excavation, Inc.
Falmouth Academy
Summer Programs
Falmouth Road Race, Inc.
Falmouth Running Club
Falmouth Water Stewards
Ferreira & Vazquez, PC
Hutker Architects, Inc.
Landschop Landscape Architecture
Lee A. Sirrico Landscaping
Lowell Instruments, LLC
Marine and Paleobiological Research Institute, Inc.
Marine Biological Laboratory
Sophie Markovich, DMD
Family Orthodontics
Martha’s Vineyard Bank
McLane Research Laboratories, Inc.
R.K. Mellon Family Foundation
Murray & MacDonald
Insurance Services, Inc.
Notus Clean Energy, LLC
Pelagic Electronics
Renaissance Charitable Foundation
Salt Pond Areas Bird Sanctuaries, Inc.
Sea Education Association, Inc
Sports Center Physical Therapy
Stephen Remsen Custom Carpentry
Woods Hole Diversity Initiative
Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution
Woodwell Climate Research Center
The Yoga Collaborative
Meg Schwarzman ’90 and Mike Wilson
Micaela Schweitzer-Bluhm ’90 and Todd Bluhm
Amy (Ballentine ’96) and Matt Stevens
Jamie (Cubellis ’98) and Peter Tormey
Sarah Twichell ’99 and David Crandall
Anna-Liza Villard-Howe ’97 and Timothy Michaud
Elizabeth (Sheinkopf ’91) and Alarick Yung
Janos Zahajszky ’94 and Linh Trieu
2000s
Sam Amazeen ’07 and Megan Chin
Alexandra Baker ’04
Caroline and Christopher Buccino ’02
Lauren (McCormack ’07) and Andrew Desnoyers ’05
Katie Gundersen ’06
Tracy and Steve Heslinga ’04
Ana and Evan Hutker ’07
Shelley Kandola ’09
Amy and Andrew Kingman ’00
Katharina (Plumb ’01) and Greg LiVigne
Philip MacDonald ’09
Claire and Brian Miskell ’06
Bridget Miskell ’07
Kristin (Jochems ’05) and Ed Montville
Katherine Murray ’09
Jessica Hough Russell ’01
Whit Russell ’04
Hayley and Bob Schneider ’09
Evan Sipe Rahman ’04
Brittany and Joey Smith ’04
Megan Starr ’06
Laura Swanbeck ’04
Sarah Swanbeck ’03
Chloe Starr ’04
Beth and Max von der Heydt ’02
Courtney and Timothy Wadman ’09
Matthew W. Waterbury ’04
Bene Webster ’09
2010s
Victoria Avis ’15
Clea Baumhofer ’10
Carlo Bocconcelli ’14
Josh and Betsy (Wadman) Colvin ’13
Allisa Dalpe ’12
Mike Deasy ’10
Tasha Garland ’16
Samuel Graber-Hahn ’17
Luke Johns ’14
Mary Kate Jones ’17
Bill Murray ’12
Bishakha Oli ’19
Lily Patterson ’14
Alaina Plueddemann ’15
Isabelle Stewart ’18
2020s
Zephy Thompson ’20
Forward to Fifty Campaign
In FY23, Falmouth Academy launched the quiet phase of a campaign designed to raise critical capital, endowment, and current-use funds to ensure that Falmouth Academy continues to be the area’s best small independent school and has the resources needed to propel itself forward to its 50th anniversary in 2027. We are grateful for the early and generous support from the donors listed below who have contributed or pledged their support for the following key priorities (donors to the 2023-2024 Fund for Falmouth Academy, which is a key element of the Campaign, are listed previously). The following are donors who made new commitments during the 2023-2024 fiscal year
CURRICULUM/PROGRAMS
Evan Jones ’88
Bonnie W. Simon
FACILITIES UPGRADES
Matt Green and Jennifer Rossiter
Thomas J. Hallahan
Ried and Laura Heywood
John and Mary Jo Heyl
Joan Ogilvy Holden and Robert Holden
Nina H. Webber
FACULTY ENDOWMENT
Anonymous (2)
Natalie Belkin and Ken Freedman
Vince and Kathryn Greco
Henrik and Lara Gulmann
Rosemary and Mike Haseltine
Gabrielle Tomasky Holmes and Max Holmes
Mike and Kira Jones
John and Susan Lazarus
Victoria Lowell
Eileen and Dana Miskell
Sports Center Physical Therapy
Timothy and Ellen Wakefield
FINANCIAL AID ENDOWMENT
Anonymous
Seth Ament ’99 and Natalia Skolnik
The Aviles Family
Jack and Helen Barnes
Jodee P. Bishop and James C. Reber
Margaret Clowes Bowles and Frank Bowles
Albert and Deborah Bradley
Cape Cod Guang Ping
Tai Ji Quan Club
Janice Chung
Tucker M. Clark
Andy Dolan and Zoe Cardon
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Duncan
Marcia and Jack Easterling
JoAnn and Michael Fishbein
Bernadette E. Flanagan
Kenneth H. Foreman and Anne E. Giblin
Barbara Gaffron
Caitlin and Jeremy Gantz ’00
Ron and Donna Garcia
George and Eileen Gillmore
Virginia and Thomas F. Gregg
The Nancy Foss Heath and Richard B. Heath Educational, Cultural, and Environmental Foundation
Charles and Young Hobbie Jason Hobbie
Richard and Susie Houghton
Shaomin Hu and Qianlai Zhuang
Meredith Hunnibell
Christopher Hunt
Stacey and Vitaly Izrailtyan
Evelyn Land
Julie Lipkin and Laurence Lippsett
Harvey Mamon and Roberta Fern
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mann
Lalise and Jerry Melillo
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Vicky and Jonathan Meltzer ’87
Julie Meltzer ’80 and Jonathan Bender
Sarah Milburn
Eileen and Dana Miskell
Jill Neubauer
Thoru and Judith Pederson
Edna Pressler
Mary Revelle Paci
William D. Roth
Francesca Scandellari
Caitlin Schwarzman ’88 and V. Jason Rucker
Stephen Sheinkopf ’84 and Jennifer Levy
Anne Stemlar
Don and Julie Swanbeck
Katherine Taylor and Thomas Calhoun
Gisela and Pierre Tillier
Cristina Torruella and David Pingal
Jane Tucker and Paul Joyce
Frederick D. Turner
Nancy and David C. Twichell
Clyde Tyndale and Deb Winograd
Allison B. White
Albert and Isabelle Williams
Kathleen Winkler
Judith Ziss
ARCHIVES Anonymous
GENERAL ENDOWMENT
Amy and Andrew Kingman ’00
Lovell Charitable Foundation
Susan G. Morse
RESTRICTED GIFTS
The Robert and Alison Ament Endowed Fund for Science
Alison and Robert Ament
Women in Science and Engineering Club
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Other Programming
David and Caroline Blauer
Dan and Mary Webb
Campaign Cabinet
Benjamin Baum ’99
Beth Colt
Matthew Green
Thomas Hallahan
John Heyl
Pamela Clapp Hinkle
Peter Jeffrey
Susan Morse
Brett A. Sanidas
Laura Ryan Shachoy
Nancy P. Twichell
Alison Van Keuren
Matching Gifts
Matching gift programs help donors double or even triple the impact of their gifts to Falmouth Academy. We are grateful to all of the participating institutions below who matched gifts to the Fund for Falmouth Academy. New this year, we have added those donors whose gifts were matched by generous alumni and parent trustees on Giving Tuesday 2023
Bank of America Charitable
Foundation
Henrik and Lara Gulmann
Battelle Always Giving
Carol Goranson ’97
The Baupost Group, LLC
Amanda Page ’89
Benevity/Ameriprise
Christopher and Asta Muldoon
Benevity/Gartner
Sam Amazeen ’07 and Megan Chin
Benevity/Google Inc.
Bene Webster ’09
Benevity/Regeneron
Petra Scamborova ’93 and Leo Otake
BNY Mellon
Heather (Mastromatteo ’90) and Jonathan DiPaolo
Disney Employee Matching Gifts
Christine Pina ’86 and Alex D. Smith
Fidelity Charitable
Santiago and Melissa Carvajal
Puma North America
Elizabeth Wadman ’13
Your Cause/Wells Fargo Foundation
Edu Matching Gifts Program
Tracy and Steve Heslinga ’04
Giving Tuesday Anonymous
Seth and Kate Ackerman
David and Oksana Aubrey
Victoria A. Avis ’15
Amy (Ballentine ’96) and Matt Stevens
Russell and Brenda Cazeault
Katie and Darren Clark ’94
Elizabeth M. (Wadman ’13) and Josh Colvin
Elizabeth Coughlin
Jennifer Crowley
Allisa J. Dalpe ’12
David Diriwachter and Deirdre Bohan
Ivan Djikaev and Julia Zagachin
Paul and Janine Donovan
Joey and Debra Duarte
Jason and Jessie Eldredge
Joe and Kathryn Famely
Kim Flynn ’81
Christopher Foster ’93 and April Mattix Foster
Steven and Jessi Foureman
Liza Fox ’96 and Alfredo Aretxabaleta
David and Claudia Gallagher
Natasha Garland ’16
Jeffrey and Nancy Gaughan
Alicia Goranson ’92
Samuel G. Graber-Hahn ’17
Tracy and Timothy Gregg ’85
Jennifer and Henry R. Hague III ’90
Marianne and Kevin Holmes ’92
John and Amy Homa
Ana and Evan Hutker ’07
Lucas W. Johns ’14
Mary Kate Jones ’17
Michael G. and Kira Jones
George and Margot Kalkanis
Karey and Josh Kitfield ’91
Gerald F. and Kathryn Lanson
Katharina (Plumb ’01) and Greg LiVigne
Philip MacDonald ’06
Paul and Laura Matthias
Scott and Jennifer McGuire
Tribute Gifts in Memory of Members of Our Community
Louise Conboy
Mary Anne Conboy
Doreen Downs
Janet Kearsley
Jeanne Dumas
Janine and Paul Donovan
Olivann Hobbie
Seth Ament ’99 and Natalia Skolnik
The Aviles Family
Jack and Helen Barnes
Clare Beams and Finn Calabro
Jodee P. Bishop and James C. Reber
Margaret Clowes Bowles and Frank Bowles
Al and Deborah Bradley
Cape Cod Guang Ping Tai Ji Quan Club
Caroline and Christopher Buccino ’02
Bruce and Patrice Buxton
Barbara Campbell
Janice Chung
Tucker M. Clark
Andy Dolan and Zoe Cardon
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Duncan
Marcia and Jack Easterling
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Fishbein
Bernadette E. Flanagan
Barbara Gaffron
Caitlin and Jeremy Gantz ’00
Ron and Donna Garcia
George and Eileen Gillmore
Tom and Susan Goux
Thomas F. and Virginia Gregg
Katie Gundersen ’06
Charles and Young Hobbie
Jason Hobbie
Richard and Susie Houghton
Shaomin Hu and Qianlai Zhuang
Meredith Hunnibell
Christopher Hunt
Stacey and Vitaly Izrailtyan
Janet Kearsley
Evelyn Land
Julie Lipkin and Laurence Lippsett
Harvey Mamon and Roberta Fern
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mann
Lalise and Jerry Melillo
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Sarah Milburn
Eileen and Dana Miskell
Jill Neubauer
Thoru and Judith Pederson
Edna Pressler
William D. Roth
Francesca Scandellari
Caitlin Schwarzman ’88 and V. Jason Rucker
Stephen Sheinkopf ’84 and Jennifer Levy
Ruth Slocum and Mark Patterson
Anne Stemlar
Don and Julie Swanbeck
Laura Swanbeck ’04
Mary Swope
Katherine Taylor and Thomas Calhoun
Gisela and Pierre Tillier
Cristina Torruella and David Pingal
Jane Tucker and Paul Joyce
Frederick D. Turner
Nancy and David C. Twichell
Sarah Twichell ’99 and David Crandall
Clyde Tyndale and Deb Winograd
Allison B. White
Albert and Isabelle Williams
Kathleen Winkler
Judith Ziss
Barbara Woll Jones
Evan Jones ’88
Wayne Kearsley
Bruce and Patrice Buxton
Olivann and John Hobbie
Janet Kearsley
Russell Kingman
Wendy Kingman Nelson and Kris Nelson
David Kopp
Theresa Kopp ’86
Jeanne MacLaren
Al and Deborah Bradley
Garry Metters and Skylar Menton
Claire and Brian Miskell ’06
Jonathan and Kate Mogul
Tiffany and Jeffrey Moon ’92
Brian and Kathleen Moore
Lucy B. and Brad Nelson
Anke O’Neil
Amanda Page ’89
Katherine Parsons
Steven A. Pikor Britton ’94
Alaina R. Plueddemann ’15
Brian and Katherine Renzi
Robert and Karen Ritucci
Chloe Starr ’04
Linda (Baron ’80) and Nick Suttora
Laura Swanbeck ’04
Jamie (Cubellis ’98) and Peter Tormey
Tim Verslycke and Patricia Pinto da Silva
Beth and Max O. von der Heydt ’02
Courtney and Timothy Wadman ’09
Elizabeth (Sheinkopf ’91) and Alarick Yung
Janos Zahajszky ’94 and Linh Trieu
Richard and Eleanor Lewis
Kim Flynn ’81
Fay Meltzer
Dawn and Fred Meltzer ’83
Vicky and Jonathan Meltzer ’87
Julie Meltzer ’80 and Jonathan Bender
Lee A. Sirrico Landscaping
Thomas Pavao
Mark and Sally Dalpe
Christine Ricci
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Feeney
Susan Rouse
Karey and Josh Kitfield ’91
Waylon Sauer ’25
Rick Brew and Lori Pfingst
Elizabeth L. Stimson
Jeffrey Neubauer
Maura Sweeney ’03
Patrice Sweeney
Sirkka Wakefield
Jim and Kathy Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wakefield
Laura Waller
Katherine Parsons
Lee and Bill Weaner
Nancy Bisienere
Event Sponsors
We are grateful to the many businesses, organizations and individuals who sponsored key Falmouth Academy events throughout the year.
Livingston Taylor Concert
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Bonnie Ward Simon
FRIENDS & SPONSORS
Eck MacNeely Architects
The Valle Group, Inc.
Landschop Landscape Architecture, LLC
Community Series
Woods Hole Foundation
Science & Engineering Fair
LEGACY SPONSORS
Marine Biological Laboratory
Salt Pond Areas Bird Sanctuaries, Inc.
Sea Education Association
Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution
Woodwell Climate Research Center
NEWTON SIGNATURE SPONSOR
Scott Wayne
EDISON SPONSORS
The Robert and Alison Ament
Endowed Fund for Science
Cazeault Roofing & Solar
Martha’s Vineyard Bank
McLane Research Laboratories, Inc.
Notus Clean Energy, LLC
Teledyne Marine
CURIE SPONSORS
Capeside Oral & Facial Surgery
Dalpe Excavation
Falmouth Water Stewards
Landschop Landscape Architecture, LLC
Lowell Instruments, LLC
MIT Club of Cape Cod
Pelagic Electronics
Stephen Remsen Custom Carpentry
MARCONI SPONSORS
The 300 Committee Land Trust
Associates of Cape Cod
Sophie Markovich, DMD
Family Orthodontics
Stillman Family
ARCHIMEDES SPONSORS
Scott D. Brown ’89 and Melissa Hofer
Bruce & Shirley Gordon Giving Fund
Hutker Architects, Inc.
Marine and Paleobiological Research Institute
Gifts Made in Honor of Members of Our Community
Ezra Ackerman ’26
Mark and Janet Ackerman
Shelley ’95, Julie ’02, Yaz ’25 and David ’26 Aubrey
David and Oksana Aubrey
Albert and Deborah Bradley
Jennifer and David Bradley ’92
Max Donovan ’26
Joan Donovan
Michael J. Earley
Rob Wells
Falmouth Academy Faculty
Stephen Harding and Storm Swain
Matthew Green
Nipam Patel and Edith M. Copenhaver
Monica Hough for helping me to love writing
Samuel Graber-Hahn ’17
Andrew Kingman ’00
Wendy Kingman Nelson and Kris Nelson
Josh Kitfield ’91
James Rouse
Joshua ’26 and Sam ’28 McGuire
Scott and Jennifer McGuire
Thalia O'Neil ’24 on Her Graduation
Anke O’Neil
Donald and Julie Swanbeck and all the wonderful teachers at FA
Laura Swanbeck ’04
Summer C. Tompkins ’13
Mr. and Mrs. Jacques H. Tompkins
Inspire & Sustain Auction
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Greg Clancy Construction, Inc.
SUSTAINING SPONSORS
Anonymous
Cape Cod 5
Ferreira & Vazquez, PC
Pink Door Catering & Market
GROUNDBREAKING SPONSORS
Cataumet Boats, Inc.
Chapoquoit Landscaping, LLC
Thomas Hallahan
Megan Starr ’06
INNOVATING SPONSORS
Bay View Campground
John and Mary Jo Heyl
AUCTION LEADERSHIP IN-KIND SUPPORT
Greg Clancy Construction, Inc.
Peter and Yuko de Menocal
Eck MacNeely Architects
Fritz Glass
Joseph and Patricia McGurl
Julia O’Malley-Keyes
Gary Plotkin
Alison and Ed Van Keuren
Buddy and Emily Vanderhoop
WampWorx, Paula Peters and Mark Harding
Ways to Give to Falmouth Academy
Thank you for supporting Falmouth Academy!
Gifts of any size have an impact on Falmouth Academy and make a difference to our school and our students. To make a gift online, visit falmouthacademy.org/give. Checks can be sent directly to: Development Office, Falmouth Academy, 7 Highfield Drive, Falmouth, MA 02540. Other options are listed below to increase the impact of your gift.
Recurring Gifts: The Anchor Society | Maximize your contribution and provide reliable support to the school by giving in monthly increments. Set up an automatic monthly deduction via a credit card, debit card, digital wallet, or checking account. Visit falmouthacademy.org/give to enroll.
Corporate Matching Gifts | Check with your employer or Human Resources Department to see if your company offers this benefit. Submit a matching gift form with your contribution to double or even triple your gift and potentially qualify you for a higher category of recognition.
Gifts of Stock | By donating appreciated stocks directly to Falmouth Academy, you may avoid the capital gains tax incurred if you sell the securities.
Planned Giving: The J.K. Lilly III Society | Our planned giving program provides opportunities for individuals to make a long-term impact through bequests, charitable remainder trusts, and other investment vehicles.
Forward to Fifty Campaign | Learn more about how you can help propel Falmouth Academy forward to its 50th anniversary in 2027 with a gift to the campaign by contacting the Development Office.
To learn more about giving to Falmouth Academy, please contact the Development Office at 508-457-9696 ext. 240.
Gifts in Kind
Contributions of goods and services are essential to the life of the school. We are grateful to donors who contributed in this way to the Auction and other areas of Falmouth Academy.
An Unlikely Story
Aquatic Brewing
Meg Athearn
Athletic Performance Training
Atria – Christian and Greer Thornton
B/SPOKE
Bark Box
Raymond Bartlett ’88
Bay Spirit Tours
Diane Bellavance
Block Island Ferry
The Blu Pearl Spa
Bobby Byrne Management Corp.
BOHO Vibe Designs
Boston Red Sox
Boston Crawling
Boston Duck Boat Tours
Brazilian Grill
Bruce and Patrice Buxton
Cape FLYER
Cape Cod Coffee Roasters
Cape Cod Pirate Adventures
Cape Cod Theatre Project
Cape Cod Winery
Santiago and Mitzi Carvajal
Chapoquoit Landscaping, LLC
Chipotle
Greg Clancy Construction, Inc.
Coin USA
College Light Opera Company
Crabapples
Amy (Harris ’92) and Seth Cummings
Peter and Yuko de Menocal
Dockside Inn
John Dooley
Doughdish, LLC
Tom Durkin
Eck MacNeely Architects
Eight Cousins Books
Elite Islands Resorts Caribbean
Estia Restaurant
Falmouth Academy
Falmouth Academy Summer Programs
Volunteers
Falmouth Publishing Co.
Falmouth Road Race, Inc.
Falmouth Running Club
Steven and Jessi Foureman
Fritz Glass
John E. Gallagher Jr.
Jeffrey and Nancy Gaughan
Ghelfi’s Candies of Cape Cod
The Gilded Oyster
Susan Sigel Goldsmith
Green Pond Marina Associates
Theo Guerin ’17
Stephen Harding and Storm Swain
Headlines Salon and Day Spa
Heights Hotel
Heritage Museum & Gardens
Highfield Hall & Gardens
Pamela Clapp Hinkle
Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston
Island Queen Ferry
JBK Photography
Jeannine Jeffrey
Kris Kinsley Hancock
John’s Liquor Store
George and Margot Kalkanis
Sharon Kreamer
Land of Witches and Pirates
The Lanes Bowl and Bistro
Fred and Celina Leach
Lauren Leveque
Liberte, The Schooner
Maria and Douglas MacDonald
Mahoney’s Garden Center
Mallory Portraits
Marine Biological Laboratory
Market Basket
Paul Matthias
Joseph and Patricia McGurl
Connor Mercer ’23
Mezza Luna Restaurant
Mid-Cape Home Centers
Mind On Photography
Morning Glory Farm
Christopher and Asta Muldoon
Museums on the Green –
Falmouth Historical Society
Mystic Aquarium
The following gave the gift of time and leadership at various events during the year to ensure the continued success of Falmouth Academy. We are grateful for their generosity.
We are grateful to the families who opened their homes and hearts so that students from other countries can experience Falmouth Academy.
Ivan Djikaev and Julia Zagachin
Sasha Kaplenko ’26
Pamela Clapp Hinkle and Greg Hinkle
Junke “Kelly” Lin ’24
Kitty Muse
Xuanyu “Genie” Chang ’26
Every Mariner. Every Day.
Every gift to the Fund for Falmouth Academy has an immediate impact, benefiting students and faculty each day. Your donation helps provide tuition assistance, support our athletic programs, enrich classroom experiences, and fund essential improvements. Participate today and help make FA accessible to all qualified students while boosting our community’s strength. Every gift counts—thank you for your support!
Join the Anchor Society for Recurring Giving
anchor noun an·chor plural anchors
1: a device usually of metal attached to a ship or boat by a cable and cast overboard to hold it in a particular place by means of a fluke that digs into the bottom 2: a reliable or principal support : mainstay
FA’s new recurring gift program, The Anchor Society, welcomes alumni, families, and friends to maximize their contributions and provide reliable support to the school by giving in monthly increments. These automatic deductions from the donor’s payment of choice (credit card, debit card, digital wallet, or checking account) make a sustained impact on our community in an easy, budget-friendly way.
WHY CONSIDER RECURRING GIVING?
Critical: Recurring gifts provide the school with a steady, reliable source of income.
Convenient: Determine the amount and designation just one time to help support FA all year long.
Secure: Automatic payment information is safe. Changes in amount or payment type can be made at any time by contacting the Development Office.
Efficient: Recurring gifts renew automatically and significantly reduce the number of solicitations sent from FA, cutting our costs and reducing our environmental footprint.
To make a gift of any kind, scan the QR code or visit falmouthacademy.org/give.
To join the Anchor Society, use the same QR code or link, and select “Recurring Gift” on the form. Thank you!
