Innovate, Winter/Spring 2014 by All Saints' Episcopal School

INNOVATE

All Saints’ Episcopal School

Winter/Spring 2014

WHY THE NEW 44 ACRES IS

Kind of a Big Deal

Artwork by Elizabeth Schnolis â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;15

TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME

From Tad’s Desk | PAGE 5 Board of Trustees | PAGE 6

SERVANTS, SCHOLARS, ARTISTS, ATHLETES Countdown to College | PAGE 9 SSAA | PAGE 10 The Fort Worther | PAGE 28 Making the Connection | PAGE 87

COMMUNITY

Around All Saints’ | PAGE 37 Traveling Saints | PAGE 46 All Saints’ Social | PAGE 54

FEATURES

FACULTY & ADMINISTRATION News | PAGE 58 Do You Know Your Division Heads? | PAGE 60 A[nother] Doctor in the House | PAGE 61 Where are They Now? | PAGE 63

SUPPORTING OUR SAINTS PTO, FAME, Booster Club | PAGE 70 Annual Fund | PAGE 73 DeWolfe Society | PAGE 77

ALUMNI

News | PAGE 83 Forever Saints | PAGE 85 Alumni Spotlight | PAGE 86

IN REMEMBRANCE

Tolling of the Bell | PAGE 90 Remembering Mike Clark | PAGE 91 3

CO-EDITORS Keira Moody, Director, Communications and Marketing Meg Hasten, Manager, Communications and Marketing

CONTRIBUTORS Aaron Beck, Director of Athletics Tad Bird, Head of School Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04, Alumni Relations Manager Father Mel Bridge, EC/LS Chaplain Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement Mike Gonzalez, MS Division Head Lacey Green, Assistant to the Director of Advancement Genevieve Hodges ‘14, Marketing Intern Laura Hutyra, Campaign Manager Scott Jarrett, US English Marsha Johnson, US Science Bob Kenyon, Director of Educational Technology Debra Koppelberger, LS Division Head Angela Kornman, Director of College Advising Cara Lemaster ‘06, Assistant Director of Admission David Madison ‘92, US Division Head and Assistant Head of School Laura Martinec, Admission Coordinator Yvette Messenger, Development Services Associate Artwork by Sophia Iglesias ‘16

Joseph Morris, MS Science Dave Ostroff, Director of Tad Bird Honors College Robin Page, EC Division Head Joy Rich, Annual Giving Manager Kathi Tiffany, US Art/Yearbook/Fine Arts Department Chair Frank Tilley, Chief Financial Officer Mary Tracy, Director of Admission Craig Tredenick, Director of Enrollment Management James Venhaus, US Theatre Arts

PHOTOGRAPHY

MISSION

All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth promotes academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment and upholds the Anglican tradition of worship.

Steel Shutter Photography

DESIGN Paradigm Creative Innovate is a semiannual publication of All Saints’ Episcopal School. 4

OUTCOME STATEMENT

A graduate of All Saints’ Episcopal School will exercise genius within through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world, and by serving others. All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth administers its personnel, academic, extracurricular and tuition assistance programs without regard to gender, race, religion, ethnicity or national origin.

FROM TAD’S DESK edges, never still long enough to finely define who we are. The moniker, however, does not apply to the faculty and students who experienced the “Tumbleweed Years.” They were nothing if not grounded, committed to our mission and values. Looking back, I believe our Community was forged during those years, strengthening and preparing us well for the herculean move to Normandale.

Hope springs eternal in the human breast; Man never Is, but always to be blest: The soul, uneasy and confin’d from home Rest and expatiates in a life to come. An Essay on Man. Alexander Pope, 1733 The All Saints’ Episcopal School story is rather remarkable. It is full of grit, courage, integrity, faith, hope and love. Founded in 1951 as a preschool in the basement of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in west Fort Worth, All Saints’ Episcopal School has grown into a school community of national and international prestige. Over the decades, we added grade levels, moved campuses four times (at one point operating from three different sites), discontinued the preschool for over a decade, then this year, reinstated the preschool under the roof of a magnificent new structure. You see, we have come full circle, which coincides with the renaissance of learning that has taken place at All Saints’. In its early years, the School established a strong foundation for a welcoming community, led by a visionary Board and the genius and resolve of Donna Michels. The foundation of our character was built around a learning environment that focused on providing a balanced program of excellence that values the dignity of each person and recognizes that we are all children of God. Recently, I visited with a former student, and part of our conversation drifted to “The Tumbleweed Years,” 19742005. A tumbleweed is an apt metaphor on one level, since we may have been seen by many as a bit rough around the

Though we are, as I often remind people, “63 years young…,” we have a long list of accomplishments and milestones on which to reflect and be proud. These include: being recognized as an exemplary independent feeder school (in the days before complete grade expansion); achieving dual-accreditation (the only dual-accredited school in Tarrant County) by Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools, SAES, and the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest, ISAS; introducing a nationally awarded Religion curriculum; incorporating the original Great Lives series; increasing the reach and depth of servant leadership opportunities; encouraging global awareness through broader travel opportunities and international student exchange programs; exercising innovative programs at every level such as math/art integration, NASA experiments, Solar Car Challenge and launching the Honors College; lifting up our artists and athletes to perform at regional and national levels; and, of course, re-introducing our Early Childhood Education platform, one that has quickly become recognized as the best in the Metroplex. By any standard, our story to date is quite unbelievable and breathtaking. Yet, we have never rested on our laurels, and we won’t begin now. This past January, we experienced another high-water mark – procuring the 44 acres north of the Normandale entry…home of a few friendly bovines, a.k.a., The Mooster Club. Few schools are afforded such opportunities, and we don’t take it lightly. The 44 acres preserve the integrity of our campus, give us security and provide flexibility and longevity. They give us even more possibilities to continue to cultivate our Servants, Scholars, Artists and Athletes. And as this All Saints’ story continues to unfold, let us remember the words of the great English poet, Alexander Pope, who suggests that the fullness of our story will be penned in “...a life to come.” Blessings, Tad 5

ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

Board of Trustees

2013-2014

OFFICERS

RICK MERRILL

PAULA BROCKWAY

RUSTY REID

KYLE POULSON

MATT MCLAUGHLIN

TOMMY MILLER

President

Vice President

TRUSTEES Wendy Barron Richard Bourland Lance Byrd Richard Chowning Brad Corbett, Jr. Jeff Dillard Wende Dwyer-Johnsen Jim Garnett Kori Green The Rev. Christopher Jambor Bob Jameson

Vice President

Treasurer

Matt Johnson Dee Kelly, Jr. H. Peter Ku Blake Lloyd ’96 Matt Mildren Kelly Parsley Gary Randle Janie Rector Jim Samis Bob Simpson Ramsay Slugg

Vice President

Secretary

Whit Smith Vickie Stevens Sallie Trotter Cheryl Vinson Brad Wallace Jennifer Williamson George M. Young, Jr.

Tad Bird, Head of School

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COLLEGE By Keira Moody

It’s March, and for Senior Saints, a time when their twelve plus years of college-preparatory curriculum pays off. Acceptance letters are being received from prestigious colleges and universities across the nation. Angela Kornman, Director of College Advising, and John Andrew Willis, Assistant Director of College Advising, know the drill well, as now their priority has shifted from helping Seniors explore all options and complete applications to helping them narrow down their choices and prepare for next steps.

“Nearly every day, we receive another admission or scholarship letter. It’s a very exciting time for the Seniors and for All Saints’ as a whole. We’re certainly looking forward to the decisions that many colleges will send out in March,” said Kornman. There have been 200 acceptances that have been received to date, including Auburn University, Boston College, Colorado State University, Columbia University, Elon University, University of Georgia, University of Oklahoma, University of Oregon, Purdue University, Rhodes College, Rice University, University of Texas, Texas A&M and the list goes on. This year, Kornman and Willis have hosted a record number of representatives from colleges and universities. Kornman commented, “What we hear over and over again is that All Saints’ students are well-rounded, and the compassion they have for one another and the community at large is very clear to our visitors. Certainly, we have the stats, but it’s also the fact that many are involved in a sport, a fine art and a servant leadership position that sets our students apart.” New LSU President, F. King Alexander, at All Saints’ this Fall.

SENIOR SAINTS

BY THE

Numbers

76 Senior Saints 521 Applications Out 166 Unique Colleges and Universities 209 Acceptances to Date in 25 States $3.3 Million in Scholarships to Date #1 Largest Signing Class to Division I Athletics in All Saints’ History (15 Projected) 9

Servants By Meg Hasten Illustration of a photo taken by Nola Jean Graham, Upper School art faculty, of one of the oldest angel statues in Fort Worth.

Artwork by Bailey Wiseman ’13

SENIOR PHILANTHROPY PROJECT After 13 years of learning the value of servant leadership, All Saints’ seniors find themselves in the unique position to see firsthand how small donations can significantly impact local, Fort Worth non-profits. “Building a Culture of Philanthropy” allows students to be discerning philanthropists with the equivalent of $100 per student as part of the collaborative effort between the “Once Upon A Time…” Foundation, area non-profit organizations, and The Greatest Gift Catalog Ever. As seniors, our students used their advisory period to research local agencies though The Greatest Gift Catalog Ever, and then collectively, the class narrowed

their interest to four organizations. Those four agencies were invited to campus to tell the class more about their work, their budgets and their clients. Each advisory group then voted on which agency they would make beneficiary of their collective grant. On December 12, during the annual Philanthropy Eucharist, the advisories presented their beneficiaries with grant checks as well as gratitude for their contribution to making Fort Worth a better place. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) was granted a total of $5,700; The Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Worth was granted $1,000, and a Wish with Wings was granted $900.

WATCH THIS SPECIAL FEATURE FROM CBS 11, WHICH AIRED DECEMBER 14: http://dfw.cbslocal.com/video/9635840-11-days-of-caring-the-greatest-gift/

ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE

By Claire P ’16 For me service is about loving people. Fundraising and collecting cans to be shipped to the food bank is great, but I would rather be interacting with the people that those cans are going to. There is not a defined group of people such as the homeless or sick that I am passionate about. It is the people that are hungry for love that I feel such a deep love for. Read more here: http://blogs.asesftw.org/honorscollege/2013/12/ 11

Servants

PROJECT EMPATHY 1 Project Empathy in the Middle School started strong with students

collecting and delivering more than 80 Thanksgiving meals at The HOPE Center in Fort Worth.

2 Project Empathy’s blanket drive extended to 6th grade students, the

Middle School and the Upper School. In late January, 7th graders Bryson Clark, Kennedy Zak and Gwyneth Baker (pictured) delivered fliers to their neighbors explaining the Project Empathy mission with the blanket drive, and then followed through by collecting five large trash bags full of blankets in the sleet and cold. All Saints’ collected more than 400 blankets to donate to the Union Gospel Mission and Presbyterian Night Shelter.

3 SPREADING THE GOSPEL LUNCH ROOM ETHICS

by Mother Hope It got me thinking about lunch here, especially in the Middle School. Most Middle Schools are like that Roman dinner table, kids sorted into groups based on the mysteries of popularity, the MS version of honor. But not so much at All Saints’. I’ve seen an 8-year Saint give up his seat at a table full of friends to a new student, knowing that new student would be more comfortable there and that he himself could find another table with different friends. I’ve seen a 7th grader insist that a LS teacher cut in the line even though his lunch period is very short and the teacher said it would be fine... Read more here: http://blogs.asesftw.org/facultyvoice/middle-school-lunch-roomethics/

Th e 7th grade Religion classes wrote children’s books using stories from the Gospel of Luke and took their work to read to Lower School students.

ANGEL POPS 4 Every Friday this fall, the Kindergarten

classes sold Angel Pops to all students in the Lower School. The money they collected helped to purchase toys, clothes and toiletry items for their Salvation Army Angels in December. In early December, the Kindergarten students budgeted, shopped for and delivered the gifts to their Angels. Collectively, they earned $1,300 and provided multiple gifts for six Angels.

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Lower School partnered with All Saints’ Episcopal Church to collect items for local agencies whose missions support those in need.

September: Humane Society of North Texas October: West Aid November: Adopt-A-Family December: Presbyterian Night Shelter January: Aids Outreach Center February: The Warm Place

THE CHARACTER OF SERVICE

By Dr. Bird Yesterday, as we do every day in Lower School Chapel, we recited the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to the Constitution, and we took time to pray for and remember all veterans for their service to our country. I don’t presume to glorify war in the least; not many people I know do. It is one of the more horrifying behaviors we, as human beings, undertake. But we recognize the ultimate sacrifice people have made and continue to make to serve their country in peacetime and during war. Each of us are likely to recall colorful stories of our past, including family members who have served this country, in one form or another… Read more here: http://blogs.asesftw.org/tadsletters/ character-service/

SCHOLARS By Meg Hasten Fifth graders engaged in an integrated math-art exploration using M.C. Escherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tessellation art as inspiration.

Artwork by Macey Knight â&#x20AC;&#x2122;21

SOLAR CAR

The All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Solar Car project was featured on NAIS Inspiration Lab, a website hosted by the National Association of Independent Schools that shares stories of innovative learning at independent schools across the country. Read the story and watch the video on NAIS website: http://inspirationlab.org/story/4666 15

SCHOLARS

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3 1 CHESS CHAMPIONS

The All Saints’ chess tournament had over 100 participants and 24 teams competing in various K-12 sections. All Saints’ continued its 11-year tradition of winning first place in every section that we fielded a full team (4 or more players) and won 4 team trophies with 21 participating players. 1st Place K-3 team: Drew Brown, Jackson Brown, Xavier DelSignore, Loudon East, Ivan Jones, Christopher Jarrett, Bennett Nunnally, Cole Richardson, and Blake Schimmels 3rd Place K-5/6 Open team (only 3 players!): Jack Delk, George Kalpakis, Hayden Siratt 1st Place MS/HS Open team (pictured): Michael Flores, Trevor Dugan, John Patrick Kelley, Gavin Meyer, John Paul Flores, Coach J. Cearley; (not pictured) Jake List, Michael Smat, Chase Stadtler and Samuel Wilhelm (1st Tournament Champion with Perfect Score).

2 DUKE TIP PROGRAM

The Lower School has the highest number of students qualifying for the Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP) to date: 29 4th Graders, 23 5th Graders and 35 6th Graders. All Saints’ also served as a site for the test this January, hosting more than 60 students and their families from around the region. Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth: The Lower School had an exceptionally high number of students qualify for this program that identifies and develops the talents of the most advanced learners worldwide: 7 2nd Graders, 6 3rd Graders, 26 4th Graders, 27 5th Graders, and 38 6th Graders.

3 WHIZ QUIZ

Every Tuesday afternoon January - March, a group of our Middle School students are participating in a multi-school quiz bowl competition called Whiz Quiz.

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4 PUT ON YOUR MATH GOGGLES

The work that Lower School faculty Dr. Robin Ward is doing with students was featured in Texas Mathematics Teacher and NAIS Inspiration Lab. “Kindergarteners at All Saints’ Episcopal School recently donned their math goggles and engaged in a mathematics activity using the visual arts as a lens. The children learned about the Dutch abstract artist, Piet Mondrian (1872-1944), and used his “Composition” series as a springboard to discussing the similarities and differences between squares and rectangles. Students also learned about horizontal and vertical lines and how these lines form shapes. Then, they embarked on a shape hunt, looking for these lines in their classroom.” Read more on NAIS website: http://inspirationlab.org/story/4844

5 MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATE TEAM

ROCKET BUILDING By Mrs. Wilson

The two Mrs. Wilsons [in Middle School] are excited about a joint project. They are meshing their classes, math and science, in a project of building a rocket. In groups, the students will form companies, “buy” supplies, and build rockets. They will have to make “commercials” to sell their rockets… Read more here: http://blogs.asesftw.org/facultyvoice/ goings-middle-school/

The Middle School Debate Team argued against Oakridge School in October about mandatory pay for college athletes and edged them out for the win. This January, the team went up against Fort Worth Country Day debating mandatory voting and lost by a slim margin.

6 SPELLING BEE

Sarah Tyree ’20 (pictured) won the Lower School Spelling Bee for the second year in a row and Jack Delk ’20 was the runner-up. Celia Nowlin ’19 and Kort Kuenstler ’19 won the Middle School Spelling Bee. Celia went on to win the Area Spelling Bee on February 20 and will advance to the Regional Spelling Bee at TCU on March 19. 17

Artists By Meg Hasten Art 1 class practiced still life drawings with a pair of ballet shoes owned by Dr. Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, Holloway, who is studying ballet at Walnut Hill School for the Arts near Boston.

Artwork by Cori Greenfield ‘17

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1 CHOIR SINGS AT FORT WORTH CITY COUNCIL

The Upper School Honors Choir, led by Mrs. Susan Wiles, sang during the opening of the Fort Worth City Council Meeting Tuesday, September 24. Mayor Betsy Price noted that she has been with the Lower School for Eucharist and appreciated that our students pray for civic leaders. Dr. Bird received a proclamation of the City Council recognizing All Saints’ for its contribution to Fort Worth.

2 24-HOUR PLAY FESTIVAL

All Saints’ Theatre Arts students completed their 2nd annual 24-Hour Play Festival October 5. Students write, rehearse and perform a series of short plays in 24 hours. At that time, the playwrights (Margaret Boschini, Ali Kaitcer, Betsy Shelton and Brittany Zak) selected a line of dialogue, a prop and a cast list at random. These elements were incorporated into the scripts that were written that evening. At 7 a.m., the directors (Luke Leitzman, Grace Evans, Robert Anthony Del Veccio and Nathanael King) met with designers to discuss the plays and finalize casting. At 8 a.m., actors arrived and rehearsals began. The plays were performed for an audience of over 100 patrons on Saturday evening, exactly 24 hours from the start of the festival.

3 MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

The Honors Drama class presented this modern retelling of Shakespeare’s classic comedy. It’s 1984 and everyone’s favorite New Wave band, “Jade’s Trick” is back from their tour of the USA.

TPSMEA ALL REGION/STATE CHOIR: The following students were accepted into the TPSMEA All-Region Choir: Caleb Albritton, Alex Bush, Austin Decker, Desmond Dukes, Grace Evans, Troy Henry, Ellie Hertel, Ali Kaitcer, Ben Taylor and Taylor O’Toole. Ben Taylor was accepted into All State Choir.

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5 CORI GREENFIELD WINS 3RD PLACE IN FWSSR ART CONTEST

Cori Greenfield ’17 (pictured), received 3rd Place in the High School Division at the annual Star-Telegram Stock Show Art Contest at Will Rogers Memorial Center Saturday, January 4. She won a $1,000 scholarship and her entry was auctioned off for $1,500 in the first-ever Fort Worth Stock Show Art Contest Auction.

6 IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY

Actors from the Drama II, III and IV classes brought over a dozen characters to life. The story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve.

7 SHAKESPEARE MONOLOGUES

Courtney Harris ’14 (pictured) was announced as the winner of the All Saints’ Shakespeare Monologue Competition and advanced to win 2nd place in the D/FW Shakespeare Monologue Competition on February 22. She performed Romeo from Romeo and Juliet: Act 3, Scene 3.

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8 THE BOY FRIEND

The Jazz Age lived on in a light, romantic spoof of 1920’s musical comedy, The Boy Friend, presented by the Upper School Theater Department February 20, 21 and 22 at the Scott Theater.

9 DRAMA, ART & MUSIC SAMPLER

Middle School fine arts students compiled and performed a collection of ballet, choir, percussion, theater arts and visual arts, for more than 150 patrons in McNair Theater.

10 BABY BELLE ART CONTEST

Lauren Richardson ’19 won the 10-12 division of the Fort Worth Zoo’s Baby Belle art contest.

11 DANCE

This December, Katie Pannell ’23 and Alexis McKee ’19 (pictured) performed in The Nutcracker.

ATHLETES By Meg Hasten The 2013 varsity volleyball team holds up the championship trophy celebrating their first-ever Division 1 Southwest Preparatory Conference 1st place finish.

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Photograph by Shannon Tabor

TWICE AS NICE

FOOTBALL AND VOLLEYBALL TEAMS WIN SPC CHAMPIONSHIPS The 2013 All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; varsity football team accomplished a rare achievement: They went undefeated two seasons in a row and won back-to-back SPC Championships. This season, the team posted average scores in the 50s, and scored a season-high 70 points against Brownwood. A record 8 senior players have already committed to play Division 1 football in college, and more are expected to follow suit. After two heartbreaking seasons of nearly winning the Championship title, the 2013 All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; varsity volleyball team won their first-ever SPC Championship this year. The team finished a nearlyundefeated season, averaging 12 kills per set and with more than 315 total aces (unreturned serves). Senior Brooke White has committed to play at Sam Houston State University. 23

ATHLETES

#AllSaintsBasketball comes in at #11 in Texas Private School State Basketball Rankings @asesftw #SPC #PTF

http://www.tabchoops.org/Rankings/boys/ team/privatelarge.html

4 All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Football Ranked #14 in Small School National Rankings. Read more: http://vype.com/dallas/2013/08/19/allsaints-maxpreps-rankings/

1 THREE YEARS OF EQUESTRIAN SUCCESS

Bailey Anderson ’14 (pictured), participated in the All American Quarter Horse Congress in Columbus, OH and after her win this year, she is now a three-time Congress Champion. Anderson won the Novice Youth Trail, Youth Showmanship and Team Tournament Showmanship. She was also Top 10 in three other events. Read more in All Saints’ News: http://www.asesftw.org/page/News-Detail?pk=684291

2 ALL STARS

Eleven All Saints’ athletes played in the Tom Hillary DFW AllStar Football Classic December 14. Markham Paukune ’14 was named Defensive Most Valuable Player.

3 ALL-AMERICAN

Senior All Saints’ student and offensive lineman, Demetrius Knox (pictured in yellow jersey), was named to the 2014 Army All-American Bowl and was honored Tuesday, September 24 on the All Saints’ campus with a presentation as part of the U.S. Army All-American Bowl Selection Tour.

SPRING 2014 SIGNING DAY

Seven senior football players (pictured) signed letters of intent to join the Division I athletic programs of major universities during the Spring Signing Day Ceremony. Many of the seniors have been offered scholarships to multiple universities, and Coach Beck, All Saints’ Director of Athletics, credits this to the balance between academics and athletics at All Saints’. “This will be the largest signing class in the history of All Saints’,” Aaron Beck said, “Over the last two weeks on any given day, we’ve had more than a dozen collegiate coaches in the athletic office courting these student athletes. What we’ve heard time and again is that these athletes are equally as exceptional in their academic and co-curricular classes as they are on the football field.” On the heels of back-to-back SPC Championship wins for a two-year record of 22-0, multiple athletes are still undecided and reviewing various offers. The seniors noted on the following pages have committed and were recognized at the All Saints’ Signing Day Ceremony February 5. 25

ATHLETES

SPRING SIGNING DAY CEREMONY FEBRUARY 5

Kendall Adams – Kansas State University, Football. Adams, a top defensive back in Texas, was nominated for Lay Witness for Christ International’s Christian Athlete of the Year, which recognizes high school student-athletes from across the state of Texas for excellence in their sport, faith and education. Adams has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School for three years and is a three-sport athlete, also competing in Basketball and Track & Field in addition to his participation in the school Choir. He was named All Saints’ Basketball Most Valuable Player for the 2012-2013 season and All Saints’ Football Team Most Valuable Player for 2013. Other offers include University of Arkansas, University of Kansas, Louisiana Tech University, University of Missouri, Rice University, and Southern Methodist University. Charlie Flores – Columbia University, Football. Flores has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School for two years. He is a three-sport athlete while also competing in Basketball and Track & Field, and he won the Southwest Preparatory Conference Championship for the shot put as a junior. Outside of school, Charlie serves as a youth leader at his church. He has committed to play Football for Columbia University while also receiving offers from Dartmouth College, Louisiana Tech University, and Texas State University. Daniel Gresham – Southern Methodist University, Football. Gresham has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School for four years and set records for total touchdowns (52), total points scored (312) and finished second in School history for total rushing yards (2,784). Off the field, Daniel is a talented Choir participant and soloist. As one of the top running back prospects in the area and the nation’s No. 1 fullback prospect, Gresham received scholarship offers from the University of Kansas, University of Louisville, University of Missouri, University of Texas and University of Texas – San Antonio. Demetrius Knox – Ohio State University, Football. Knox, the top-rated offensive guard prospect in the nation, was named as a U.S. Army All-American, Second-Team USA Today AllAmerican, TXA21 All-North Texas Team and Dallas Morning News All-State Team. He also was the recipient of the High School Rotary Lombardi Award, awarded to the best high school lineman or linebacker in the nation. Demetrius also takes his talent to the stage as a drama student. Knox received 24 scholarship offers from universities across the country including the University of Alabama, Florida State University, Louisiana State University, University of Notre Dame, University of Oklahoma, University of Texas and UCLA, among others.

WATCH CBS 11 COVERAGE:

dfw.cbslocal.com/video/9807950-collegefootball-national-signing-day-2014

READ DALLAS MORNING NEWS COVERAGE:

highschoolsportsblog.dallasnews.com/2014/02/demetrius

Blaze Moorhead – University of Texas-San Antonio, Football. Moorhead is a three-sport athlete, competing in Basketball and Track & Field in addition to Football. He holds several School records in Track & Field including the 110m Hurdles (16.54s), 300m Hurdles (42.37s), 4x200 Relay, 4x400 Relay, and Pole Vault (13’ 0”), the last for which he is a State Champion. Furthermore, Moorhead also holds the School record for receptions in one season (57), is second in receiving yards for one season (1,158) and first in receiving touchdowns in one season (18). Other offers included Tarleton State University, Kansas State University, Southern Methodist University and Texas Christian University, among others. Markham Paukune – Columbia University, Football. Paukune has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School for five years and was named Defensive Most Valuable Player in the Tom Hillary Dallas/Fort Worth Area All-Star Game. When he is not on the field, Markham serves the community through his family’s outreach foundation. Other offers include University of Houston, University of Kansas, Louisiana Tech University, and Texas State University. Foster Sawyer – Texas Christian University, Football. Sawyer, one of the top quarterbacks in the state of Texas, was named Fort Worth Star-Telegram Offensive Player of the Year and was named Ford Player of the Week twice throughout his career. He set School records in passing yardage (5,997), passing yards in one season (3,182), touchdown passes in one season (48) and career passing touchdowns (79). For his senior project, Foster will be working with KinderFrogs at TCU. Sawyer was named All Saints’ Football Offensive Most Valuable Player for 2013 and received 11 scholarship offers from top universities across the country including the University of Alabama, Arizona State University, University of Houston, University of Missouri, Oklahoma State University, and Oregon State University among others.

FALL SIGNING DAY CEREMONY NOVEMBER 19

Bailey Anderson – University of Georgia, Equestrian. Bailey won the 14-18 Youth Division at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo and has been a three-time champion of the All American Quarter Horse Congress in Columbus, OH. Brooke White – Sam Houston State University, Volleyball. As a member of the All Saints’ SPC Championship volleyball team, Brooke has been a fouryear varsity player with 491 kills her senior season. She earned All-Southwest Preparatory Conference honors and is a three-time team “Most Valuable Player” award winner.

SUMMER SIGNING 2013

Shekinah Sharpe ’13 – Oklahoma Baptist University, Basketball. Shekinah was a four year All-SPC basketball player.

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Concept and artwork by Caleb Albritton ’17

FORT WORTHER

Concept by Madeline Comtois ’17 Artwork by Cori Greenfield ’17

“Before gaining fame as a writer, Chaucer had a very successful business in Canterbury.”

J.D. Salinger flashes the sign for his favorite pitch, the devastating and now-illegal “Phonyball.” The Innovate selection committee would like to thank Scott Jarrett and his Freshman English Honors students for creating original “New Yorker-style” cartoons for the Spring Issue. Congratulations to our published winners. 28

2014 PROGRAM GUIDE AND REGISTRATION www.ASESFTW.org/SummerUniversity

WHY THE NEW

44 ACRES

IS KIND OF

a Big Deal By Keira Moody

HISTORY OF NORMANDALE AND THE 44 It was the 1990’s, and All Saints’ students were thriving on the Tumbleweed campus, northeast from our current location. The Tumbleweed Years, from 1974 to 2005, are now considered the most formative in our rich All Saints’ history. It was an era of exceptional vision, growth and leadership, setting the foundation for All Saints’ Episcopal School to be recognized as one of the top college preparatory day schools in our region. At the time, however, the Board realized that the Tumbleweed campus was not large enough to accommodate all levels of K-12 students, certainly not at projected enrollment numbers. So in 1996, the search for property began, and the “Building for Character” capital campaign took shape.

Board members Cindy Adams, a local developer, and Jack Huff, principal of commercial real estate company NAI Huff Partners (prior to merging with Transwestern), took the lead in uncovering all available land options for a larger All Saints’ campus in Fort Worth. They turned to Huff ’s intern Kyle Poulson, who now serves on our Board, and asked him to do the legwork. “I said to find five properties that we can take to All Saints’ and that it’s “grow or die” time for a school that has given so much to this community,” recalls Huff. And that’s just what the young deal maker did. Poulson, who was not yet married and hadn’t thought about kids of his own, presented Huff with some choices. Poulson remembers, “I saved the best one for last - a 105acre undeveloped parcel on the west side of Fort Worth at the juncture of I30 and 820.” He didn’t know at the time that the new Normandale campus of All Saints’ Episcopal School, which opened in the fall of 1999, would be home to his own two Saints, Grayson and Jackson, some 15 years later. Fast forward to 2011, and All Saints’ was positioned on one of the most beautiful and expansive, self-contained sites in Fort Worth. By design, all Divisonal buildings are configured around the heart of the School – All Saints’ Chapel, which provides our students a daily reminder that the world is much bigger than themselves and the next science exam. Driving into campus on Normandale, eyes often glance over to the right where a dozen Black Angus cows, lovingly called

the Mooster Club, freely roam the land. Many people in our community assumed that this land was always a part of the All Saints’ campus. Not so. The 44-acre parcel was owned by a group of out-of-town investors. For years, our Board made attempts to work with the investment group to purchase the land and protect our School from third-party development. Finally in late 2011, they were able to get through. Over the next two years, many All Saints’ Board members were involved in the process of securing and eventually acquiring the Mooster Club land. Tommy Miller, Dee Kelly, Jr., Kyle Poulson, Jim Samis, Mark Thomas and George M. Young, Jr., were among the key players. Young commented, “It took awhile, but we weren’t going to give up on this acquisition. We’re all so passionate about this School and its future that it wouldn’t be prudent for us to leave this parcel up to chance.” And in late December 2013, All Saints’ was able to rightfully stake its claim. The 44 has now officially been added to our original land position, resulting in a 147-acre world-class property for All Saints’ Episcopal School.

PURPOSEFUL GROWTH

Ok, so we have an additional 44 acres. Now what? “Well, nothing immediate,” said Rick Merrill, President of the All Saints’ Board of Trustees and President and CEO of Cook Children’s Healthcare System. “The acquisition of The 44 does

three very important things for All Saints’. First, it preserves the integrity of our campus; second, it makes us more safe; and third, it puts into play a thoughtful and deliberate process on how we now incorporate the acreage into our long-term growth plan.” Merrill made it clear that our Board membership agrees All Saints’ will not grow for the sake of growing. “We are so fortunate to be in this situation. With enrollment at an all-time high, a waiting list that continues to grow throughout the Admission season and innovative programs being implemented by our phenomenal faculty every day, we want to be very thoughtful about our next steps as a community.” Head of School, Tad Bird, says he gets the question often – “Is All Saints’ trying to become the biggest private school in Fort Worth?” His answer quite simply is, “no.” But he adds, “If All Saints’ is committed to providing exceptional preparatory programs of the 21st century, we must recognize that purposeful growth of our student body and supporting resources is a strategy toward that goal. Board and administrative leadership have conducted data-driven reviews of our educational community, including constituent surveys, demographic studies, financial audits, forecasting and review of other local, regional and national statistics. The outcome is that in order for us to continue to fulfill our mission, while controlling the rate of tuition increase, we should consider growing our student body and our resources. This does not come, however, at the expense of our distinctive culture and sense of community that we’ve cultivated for 60 plus years.” Balanced programming doesn’t just mean offering new programs such as the Honors College and classes like entrepreneurial studies. It also means adding depth to existing classes and activities such as those offered in the arts and athletics. With many co-curricular options, the number of students in each could be diluted to a level that is not as

dynamic or fully supported as it would be with more students. Part of the Board’s research was to compare All Saints’ size to schools accredited by our accreditation agencies (ISAS and SAES) and to well-known, college preparatory schools on the national stage. The result is that All Saints’ is one of the smallest, yet we still offer programs comparable in number to the other schools, and in some cases, we offer more. So what does tuition look like if there was increased enrollment? All Saints’ CFO, Frank Tilley, says the formula is complex. “If there is a rise in number of students, and we maintain our current level of efficiency, we benefit from operating leverage that reduces some of the pressure on tuition to fund the majority of our operating budget. However, the real impact will be realized over time as All Saints’ reaches new levels of maturity. As our endowment, Annual Fund and alternative cash flow streams grow to levels experienced by more mature schools, tuition settles into its intended role as one of four major revenue sources.” “These are the types of thoughtful discussions we are having in our Board meetings,” said Merrill. “…open and honest dialogue anchored by substantive industry and national economic data.” This leads to the question: Will The 44 be developed? Merrill paused and said in his own very collected way, “Eventually, yes, but only after carefully weighing our available options, including alternative sources of revenue for the School. Developing real estate has both tangible and intangible factors to consider – the intangible here, of course, is that it would have to be exponentially significant in elevating opportunities for our future Saints.”

GROUNDED DOESN’T ALWAYS MEAN LAND

On January 23, the Lower School Chapel service started off as usual with Father Mel reaching into his famous bag of props. He pulled out handlebar grips for a bicycle, a clamp from his toolbox, vise-grips and an anchor. He then asked, “What do these things have in common?” A fourth grade girl raised her hand shyly and said they are used to hold on tightly to things.

HOW WAS THE 44 PURCHASE FUNDED?

All Saints’ has never in its history carried long-term debt on its books. Rather, funds for all physical plant improvements and expansions have been raised in capital campaigns. In 1997, an unprecedented level of gravitas was set in motion by two legendary Fort Worth philanthropists - Ramona and Lee Bass. Their incredibly generous $4 million gift to endowment was earmarked for strengthening core curricular offerings with a focus on Western Civilization. The Curriculum Foundation has funded several projects: the development of Latin programming, Great Lives series of self-published biographies, conservation education through the RANGE project and nationally-recognized guest speakers, most notably William Bennett, David McCullough, and P.J. O’Rourke. That same year, Anne Marion and The Burnett Foundation contributed $1.5 million, which launched All Saints’ first formal capital campaign, Building for Character. Total campaign funds of $11.6 million were applied to the original land acquisition and development of our Normandale campus. All Saints’ second public capital campaign, Building for Character: Saints United, followed in 2003, successfully raising $21 million for the development of the Upper School, administration wing and competitive athletic facilities. Today, All Saints’ is in the “Quiet Phase” of the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints capital campaign. The new Gray Tennis Center, Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education and the additional 44 acres have been made possible with funds raised from our current capital campaign. As the campaign moves into the public phase, our School is focused first on increasing endowment levels to be in line with more mature institutions.

Melvin Bridge, wise from his 18 years as Lower School Chaplain, knows that change is hard, even for our most resilient, youngest Saints. The Lower School has experienced a lot of change this year – new students, new teachers and new academic departmentalization and expansion of grades 5 and 6. Father Mel kept at it that day in Chapel. After referencing Hebrews 6:17-19a, he summarized, “You see, God wants us to hold firmly to what is placed before us...hope that comes from finding safety and security with God.” It is no accident that All Saints’ Chapel is in the heart of our campus. The manner in which we embrace the dynamic tension between faith and reason is what Dr. Bird says makes him most proud. “Over the sixteen years that I have had the honor to serve as Head of School, our facilities and programs have evolved to world-class standards. But it’s during Chapel each day when we come together as a community to pray, to say the Pledge of Allegiance and Preamble to the Constitution and to celebrate each other; it’s those moments when I really feel like we have something so rare and so special here at All Saints’.”

44 IDEAS for THE 44

We asked 44 All Saints’ students the question “If you could do anything with The 44, what would it be?” The answers are quite, well, innovative. EARLY CHILDHOOD:

saur Robots Ho me for 600 Dino Board s Po ol w ith 2 Diving LEGOLAN D® ® C huck E. C heese’s Pump It Up Race Track C hick-fil-A® North Po le g d the Big Red Do House for Cliffor Fish Pond Mayonnaise in the Place for all the ) have to eat it, ever World (so I don’t

MIDDLE SCHOOL: Mall Ice Skating Rink Badminton Court Garden Middle School Fields Indoor Training Facilities Trampoline Park Fro-Yo Place Outdoor Learning Area that ties in with RA NGE Bigger Dining Hall Drivers Ed Course

LOWER SCHOOL:

Trampoline Park A Beach with real Sand and Water Mountain for Skiing Library Water Park Big Ball Pit Big Fountain with a Saint Dance Studio Horse Stables Midway like at the Stock Show Keep the Cows so kids learn how to milk them

NOT MOO-VING ANY TIME SOON

I know you’re wondering what would happen to our bovine friends should The 44 be developed. The truth is they aren’t going anywhere any time soon. Their home is on those 44 acres, and they are welcome to stay as long as they are comfortable. If plans are made for any of the land to be developed, much consideration will be taken to decide the best plan for the Black Angus. Who knows? Maybe they can be the first to benefit from a new All Saints’ Ranch Management program.

UPPER SCHOOL: Rollerland “Far” West Fine Arts Center All Sa ints’ College House of Blues Food Truck Park Student Union Center torium) Indoor Swimming Pool (Nata Equestrian Center Ropes Course Driving Range Joe T’s

Focus: hitting, catching, bunting, defensive techniques, base running, mechanics, sliding, base stealing, run downs, games, stretching, athletic performance training

For participants who are seriously-committed to improving his catching skills. Focus: Every mechanical aspect of catching will be covered including set up, receiving and blocking, as well as the mental side of the position, such as the pitchercatcher relationship and the art of pitch calling.

AROUND ALL SAINTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; By Meg Hasten

FALL RALLY: SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

What better way to kick off the season than with bounce houses, sno cones, and Booster burgers?

BLESSING OF THE PETS: OCTOBER 3, 2013

In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, All Saintsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; invited families to bring their beloved pets to McNair Stadium to be blessed by two of our priests, Fr. Mel and Mthr. Benko.

HOMECOMING: SEPTEMBER 30 OCTOBER 5, 2013

This weeklong celebration included a pep rally, bonfire, costume contests and an Upper School dance. The week culminated with a football game where the Homecoming Court was announced during halftime.

HARVEST FAIR: OCTOBER 11, 2013

Sponsored by PTO, this all-School event brought the community together to celebrate fall with a pumpkin patch, face painting, balloon artists, more than 15 rides, spooky treats and food trucks.

ALL SAINTS’ DAY: NOVEMBER 1, 2013

This day recognizes those who have contributed outstanding service to the School and the community. This year, we honored Kelly Ann and Chris Ewin, who have been instrumental in our School’s development, especially as it relates to our Normandale campus. The Ewin Bell Tower is named in their honor.

GRANDPARENTS’ AND SPECIAL FRIENDS’ DAY: NOVEMBER 22, 2013 Grandparents and Special Friends of K-8 students were invited to join their student for a special day on campus for classes, a book fair, bake sale and special Chapel service.

ALL DAY @ ALL SAINTS’: JANUARY 23, 2014 One day a year, we invite our current and prospective All Saints’ parents to experience a day in the life of a Saint. This is the day to peek ahead into the next grades and Divisions in which your child(ren) will attend.

WESTERN DAY: JANUARY 29, 2014

Grades PK-8 celebrated western heritage with bull riding, special visitors, a chili-cookoff and more.

STATE OF THE SCHOOL COFFEE: FEBRUARY 12, 2014 Head of School, Tad Bird, faculty, administration and parents of all grades engaged in an in-depth review of the overall health of our School and the renaissance in education that All Saints’ is embracing.

SPORTS. FUNDRAISERS. DAYS. 2ND ANNUAL CLAY SHOOT

MARCH 27 • WALSH RANCH • REGISTRATION: ASESFTW.ORG/ALUMNI Hosted by the All Saints’ Alumni Association, Clay Shoot participants over the age of 21 are invited to attend as a shooter on a team or be a spectator on the beautiful Walsh Ranch. All proceeds go to the Kent Henning Scholarship Fund benefitting scholarships for children of alumni. To sign up or sponsor, contact BrittanyBradshaw@aseschool.org

12TH ANNUAL ALL SAINTS’ OPEN

APRIL 26 • ALL SAINTS’ GRAY TENNIS CENTER • REGISTRATION: ASESFTW.ORG/ALUMNI Hosted by the All Saints’ Alumni Association, All Saints’ Open players and spectators will enjoy a lively day of tennis, lunch and an adult-only happy hour that evening at the new Gray Tennis Center on All Saints’ campus. All proceeds go to the Kent Henning Scholarship Fund benefitting scholarships for children of alumni.

To sign up or sponsor, contact BrittanyBradshaw@aseschool.org

THE ALL SAINTS’ GOLF CLASSIC

MAY 5 • RIVERCREST COUNTRY CLUB Hosted by the All Saints’ Booster Club, All Saints’ Golf Classic players and spectators will share a memorable day of golf, lunch and an adult-only happy hour that evening at River Crest Country Club. All proceeds support the Booster Club’s mission to promote School unity and spirit in all athletic endeavors. For registration information or to sign up as a sponsor, contact MoiraTaylor@aseschool.org 41

Early Childhood Has Come Full Circle at All Saints’ By Keira Moody

1951

All Saints’ Episcopal School founded as a preschool in the undercroft of All Saints’ Episcopal Church

1989

Preschool operations discontinued while the School aligned campuses to fit the needs of grades K-12

Austan Goolsbee, a professor of economics at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business and contributor to the Wall Street Journal, published an article in December of 2013, titled Pre-K Education is a Long-Term Winner. In it, he states facts from a reputable study back in the 1960s that randomly assigned young children into an early-education program of 2.5 hours a day with subsequent visits from the teachers. The study followed these same children well into their 40s. The result? “...children who attend high-quality preschool programs learn better, behave better, live healthier and earn more for the rest of their lives. They help themselves and help the economy,” said Goolsbee. “In [this case study], the benefits from the preschool investments were six to seven times their cost, with rates of return between 7% and 10% annually—which, by the way, exceeds the historical returns of the stock market.” It was this passion for preschool-age children to have an exceptional educational foundation that led to the establishment of All Saints’ Episcopal School in 1951. The Reverend Canon James P. DeWolfe, Jr. and educator Donna Michels were the early visionaries behind the School, which operated more than three decades in the basement,

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or undercroft, of All Saints’ Episcopal Church. During that time, the School grew into grade levels K-12 on two other campuses – Lackland Road and Tumbleweed Trail. And in 1989, despite continued preschool success at the Church, the Board of Trustees decided that the complexity of operating multiple locations was distracting to the long-term vision for All Saints’ Episcopal School. Thus, the Board discontinued preschool operations in an effort to focus on the consolidation of levels K-12 on one campus site that allowed for future flexibility and growth. That date came exactly 20 years later in 2009. All Saints’ Episcopal School levels K-12 were settled on the Normandale campus, and Head of School, Dr. Tad Bird, approached the Board with a suggestion. He wanted to commission a market study and curriculum review of local preschools. The Board agreed, and Dr. Bird turned to Robin Page, the director of a local early childhood program and parent at All Saints’, to provide the analytics. A business plan was presented to the Board that October, and it was decided to pilot the program the coming school year. The challenge was where to house the inaugural preschool students, and the solution with the least amount of capital investment was to utilize two rooms in the All Saints’ Chapel and one available classroom in the Moncrief Lower School.

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Rebirth of All Saints’ program for preschool-age Saints, providing an educational foundation for the 21st century

Director Robin Page led the new All Saints’ Early Childhood Education program in temporary space on the Normandale campus 43

Fundraising for an Early Childhood Education Center, with a lead gift from the Dillard family, began through the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints capital campaign

2011 All Saints’ new Early Childhood program welcomed 35 students, Pre-K and Bridge K, in the fall of 2010. Page, the new Early Childhood Division Head, led the program with six faculty members and easily gained the support of the entire School. Momentum built quickly over that first year of operations, and it was clear that demand for the All Saints’ Early Childhood program would greatly exceed the number of available spots that coming year. The Board of Trustees, cautious but compelled by the Early Childhood program’s success, realized that All Saints’ had officially come back to its roots. The preschool program that was the core of our School for more than 30 years had been reborn in a program that was preparing students for a 21st century education. This type of program, they knew, would require adequate space in a very distinct arm of the School that supported specialized initiatives for our youngest Saints. The next chapter of the School’s capital fundraising, the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints capital campaign, was approved by the Board of Trustees in 2011. Almost immediately, Kelly and Jeff Dillard, parents of Mikal ’07, Bud ’08, Garrett, Tucker ’12, Bennie ’24

Groundbreaking for the state-of-the-art Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education

October 2012 and Kelly ’24, led the march for an Early Childhood building. And in the fall of 2012, All Saints’, with the very generous backing of Dillards and other early campaign donors, broke ground on the new Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education. In August of 2013, All Saints’ welcomed 111 students to the state-ofthe-art facility. With daily Chapel services and innovative programs including integrated math and visual arts, RANGE activities and technology/science labs, Page and her team are focused on providing a balanced experience for our youngest Saints. And the buzz around town about All Saints’ Early Childhood program couldn’t be more exciting. As a lasting tribute to our past, portraits of Father DeWolfe and Donna Michels hang in the administrative hallway of Simpson Upper School. We are grateful for their vision in education and passion for servant leadership. From our School’s founding as a preschool in 1951 to our School’s rebirth of the preschool as a significant Division in our educational model for the 21st century, All Saints’ Episcopal School knows that the integrity of the root system is what provides for continued growth in the future.

All Saints’ welcomes 111 young Saints to the new Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education

August 2013

Dedication and Blessing of the Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education

September 2013

SEE THE ALL SAINTS’ EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM IN ACTION! WWW.ASESFTW.ORG/EARLYCHILDHOOD “Improving the lives of children is something we strive for when we think of giving back to our community. To that end, it is more attractive to us when our gift helps to develop something that is self-funding and thus sustainable going forward. The Early Childhood Center is a great example of this. The All Saints’ Board and faculty have done a wonderful job in bringing our vision to fruition. We are very honored and blessed to be a part of the All Saints’ community of families.” KELLY AND JEFF DILLARD

Icy Weather Down South Kept Students Stranded Up North By Meg Hasten

Every year, All Saints’ 8th grade students visit Washington, D.C., and tour national monuments and historic sites, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Holocaust Museum, The Kennedy Center, the Crime Museum, the MLK Memorial, The Smithsonian, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. In that regard, this year was no different, but the D.C trip of 2013 transformed into much, much more. During the visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Mike “Gonzo” Gonzalez, Middle School Division Head, and Mae Maly, Middle School English teacher, were able to participate in the ceremony. “Students watched me tear up during the ceremony and when they asked why, all I could think about was my father, lying in his nursing home, who never takes off his Veterans hat except to shower and sleep,” Mr. Gonzalez said. A successful trip concluded with a five-day wait to fly home, as an ice storm landed on Fort Worth, cancelling flights and delaying travel plans. The students and faculty should have arrived home Friday, Dec. 6, but the icy weather in Fort Worth kept half of them in D.C. until Monday, Dec. 9, and the other half until Tuesday, Dec. 10. “It’s absolutely imperative that we recognize the parent chaperones on this trip. They didn’t falter once,” said Darold Hubbard, Middle School Dean of Students, and Middle School Athletic Director. “A big thank you to Dr. Mark Bayouth, Kristy Brockermeyer, Andrea Halbach, Stephanie Lawrence, Steven Purvis and Dr. Robert Reddix.” Mr. Gonzalez also praised the parent chaperones saying, “While Mae and I were on the phones with American Airlines constantly for five days, these parents stepped in and made the trip even better for our students.” Mrs. Lawrence took a trip to the store and came back with armfuls of games including Twister, Chutes and Ladders, Monopoly and cards. Beyond game night, the students entertained themselves with remote control

car races, football games, snowball fights and a talent show. They even celebrated a student’s birthday with a pizza party and cupcakes the student’s mom back in Fort Worth had delivered to the hotel. Mrs. Brockermeyer volunteered to take a group of girls shopping at the mall while the boys stayed in to watch football. Drs. Reddix and Bayouth were monumental in helping with one student who has diabetes, getting up every single night at 2 a.m. to give him his insulin shot, and helping to manage the trip delay for that student so his health was not at risk, and his parents at home could rest easy. “These kids and their parents have been absolutely incredible,” said Mr. Gonzalez. “The maturity and flexibility of these students in spite of multiple trip changes and flight cancellations was inspiring to witness.” Coach Hubbard added, “This will be the closest, tight-knit class of students because of the bonding experience this trip created. We literally saw walls of cliques crumble, and there weren’t many to begin with.” Watch the Channel 11 news segment (http://dfw.cbslocal.com/video/9622864-ice-storm-strands-fort-worthstudents-in-dc) about the stranded students, or read more about the trip from Peggy Wilson, one of our Middle School science faculty members, “From there, to the fun of the new Crime Museum, then to several monuments, including the VietNam Memorial, where several of us found the names of people important to us. The weather had been perfect…what is that? Is that the sound of sleet in Fort Worth? On Friday, the Capitol and the Smithsonian in cold, pouring rain. Some of us had heeded Mrs. Maly’s warnings, and actually brought umbrellas and warm jackets. (Some of us had not.)” Read more from Mrs. Wilson’s blog: blogs.asesftw.org/facultyvoice/icemageddon-d-c

ROCKPORT, TX – A.P. BIOLOGY

Every year, the A. P. Biology class, accompanied by Ms. Johnson and Mr. Morris, travels to the Rockport/Corpus Christi area on a 5-day field study of the vast diversity of organisms of the coastal Texas biomes. Students seined with nets alongside graduate research students in the marshes and estuaries of the Rob and Bessie Welder Wildlife Refuge, learning how these highly productive aquatic nurseries lying between saltwater and freshwater are unique both in their biodiversity and in their ability to support migratory birds.

WILLIAMSBURG, VA – 5TH GRADE OUTDOOR SCHOOL, BURTON TX

“The trip to Williamsburg was full of incredible sites and images, including Mrs. Ferebee on trial for theft, but thankfully her jury of 5th graders found her not guilty and she is back in Fort Worth. One of the greatest highlights must have been the 3 Puritan ships at Jamestown that the students were able to board. On the trip to the Outdoor School in Burton, students came, saw and conquered different types of tasks, like climbing walls, help mazes, Cool Things in Nature and the all-important, trust in teambuilding. These junior scientists captured arthropods and then identified them using the Insects and Spiders of America catalog.” Read more from Mrs.Wilson’s blog: blogs.asesftw.org/facultyvoice/5th-grade-trips-october/

VICKSBURG, MS – 6TH GRADE

“We headed off to the Vicksburg battlefield where students became active participants as they learned how to load artillery, hold rifles, and follow more military commands. The next stop was the USS Cairo. Students stepped back in time when they boarded the partially reconstructed ironclad gunboat. A park ranger shared that it was the boat’s white oak carriage and the mud of the Yazoo River that helped preserve the boat and the trove of artifacts, such as weapons, ammunition, and sailors’ personal gear, found inside.” Read more from Mrs. Gresham’s blog: blogs.asesftw.org/facultyvoice/vicksburg-arrived/

NEW YORK CITY, NY – UPPER SCHOOL FINE ARTS

Forty Upper School students traveled to New York City last November to celebrate the Fine Arts. In four days, students visited four museums, (Museum of Modern Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Whitney Art Museum, and the 9/11 Museum); eight landmarks, (Battery Park, Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, St. John the Divine Cathedral, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and the 9/11 Memorial); and saw two musicals, (Matilda and Pippin). One of the Australian exchange students, Annabelle, also traveled with the group: “Two more sleeps and I will be in New York City! I have been counting down the days and hours until I, along with many friends, leave for New York because I honestly can’t wait. Just the idea and thought of traveling and exploring an amazing city like New York is so exciting, especially because I’m going with an amazing group of people.” Read more from Annabelle’s blog: blogs.asesftw.org/blog/nyc-come/

Australian Exchange Students Fall 2013 As part of the ongoing relationship between Barker College in Australia, All Saints’ hosted two Barker College students, Annabelle Mackey and Cara Heggie, for six weeks. The students stayed with two host families with current Upper School students, the Chambers and the Johnsens, and spent their time going to classes and soaking up Texas culture. Clearly they didn’t leave without a great souvenir! All Saints’ will send two students, Abby Gentry ’14 and Lee Siratt ’14, to Barker College this March as part of the exchange.

SUMMER 2014 Transylvania, Romania – June 2014 BY MARSHA JOHNSON, UPPER SCHOOL SCIENCE

Three All Saints’ students (Will Allen, Hudson Cleveland and Alex Wade), accompanied by AP Biology Faculty member, Marsha Johnson, will be part of an expedition to one of Europe’s last medieval landscapes in the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, Romania, in June of 2014. Through Operation Wallacea, these rising seniors will have the rare experience of helping an international team of scientists assist with surveys of the bear and wolf populations, assessing key grassland indicator species, mapping the community structure of reptiles and amphibians, and helping with call-back surveys of the nine species of woodpecker and the owls such as the spectacular Ural owl. Our students will learn about this region’s outstanding biodiversity value, the Saxon villages of the region and their history, the threats caused by agricultural intensification, the impact of chytrid fungus on amphibians and other topics.

Huckaby’s A Love Supreme (detail: Summer panel), 2001-2009, oil on canvas, 92x960 inches.

An Evening with Sedrick Huckaby All Saints’ Episcopal School Tad Bird Honors College • Visiting Scholar Series In partnership with Valley House Gallery Presents

SEDRICK HUCKABY FAMILY, FAITH AND ART Reception, Lecture and Exhibit Wednesday, March 26, 2014 6:30-8:00 p.m. Simpson Upper School’s Martin Commons RSVP: www.asesftw.org/Sedrick-Huckaby Child Care and Supervised Study provided for All Saints’ students (ages 3 years and older) by All Saints’ Honors College Students Born and raised in Fort Worth, Sedrick Huckaby has built an internationally-recognized portfolio around telling stories of family, ancestral legacy and spirituality. A graduate of Boston University (BFA) and Yale (MFA), Huckaby has won numerous awards, including a prestigious Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship. His work has been featured in Fort Worth’s Amon Carter Museum and can be found in such distinguished permanent collections as the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York and Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Huckaby teaches at the University of Texas at Arlington and is represented by Valley House Gallery in Dallas.

ALL SAINTSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; SID W. RICHARDSON DIGITAL LIBRARY Complimentary E-books and use of Tablets for student and faculty Saints.

#DigitalCitizenship By Meg Hasten

Social media and online engagement is so pervasive in the lives of today’s student that the concept of Digital Citizenship is escalating in popularity. Digital Citizenship is not just about being savvy on Facebook; it’s about using the abundant technology at your fingertips in a responsible and productive way. As our students grow up never knowing anything different than knowledge just a few keystrokes away, we find ourselves thinking through the dilemma of how to best prepare them to face continually-evolving digital challenges. • PRIVACY DOES NOT EXIST. Everything posted, even with security settings, is searchable content to someone somewhere. With every cute kid photo, with every selfie and hashtag, and with every tweet about hating kale, a digital footprint is built that cannot ever be completely erased. • MANAGE YOUR ONLINE REPUTATION. Don’t be deceived: People have and will continue to Google each other, including schools, employers, coworkers, friends, and your mom. Use that to your advantage and take time to monitor your personal brand to ensure that it is an accurate reflection of who you are, and what you are comfortable with strangers (and your grandmother) knowing about you. • KINDNESS MATTERS, OR SHOULD. The “anonymity” of some social media has led to a breeding ground for cyber bullies, catty

Dr. Bob Kenyon, Director of Educational Technology, serves All Saints’ behind the scenes by uploading data, configuring report cards, transcripts and ensuring that we all can log on and access the appropriate data. He has also focused on upgrading our campus network and internet connection. Dr. Kenyon is chairing the Educational Technology Task Force, a group of 15 teachers spanning every Division and academic department. One item being discussed by the task force is the development of a social media policy.

teens and kids pushing envelopes they wouldn’t push if their name was attached. Be kind online anyway. As a parent, take time to have candid discussions with your student about what social media they are using, how they’re using it, privacy settings, etc., not to lay down the law but rather to engage in meaningful discussions about appropriate use. Visit CommonSenseMedia.org for lots of tools, tips and advice. As a School, we are already engaging in these discussions with our students and with our faculty. Fr. Madison, Upper School Division Head and Assistant Head of School, and Mr. Worden, Upper School Dean of Students, have started discussing “digital footprints” with all Upper School students, under the mindset that “education is a more optimal solution than surveillance.”* There is incredible opportunity lying in wait for our students in the realm of social media; the trick is and always will be helping them find safe, kind and effective ways to be digital citizens. * “The Positives and Negatives of Twitter: Exploring How Student-Athletes Use Twitter and Respond to Critical Tweets,” International Journal of Sport Communication, December 2012

Dr. Kenyon comes to All Saints’ from St. Mark’s School of Texas in Dallas where he served for 15 years as their Director of Academic Information Systems. He taught AP Computer Science, was the scheduler for 725 students in the middle and upper schools and maintained the academic records such as report cards and transcripts. He was responsible for assisting the faculty with the use of technology in the curriculum.

“Being a citizen of a community requires that one adhere to a specific etiquette and follow certain rules. Being a well-mannered digital citizen suggests a civilized behavior, specifically use of courteous language and appropriate images which are neither crass nor abusive. Certain safety procedures must be followed in any community and the online one is no exception. Just as you would not leave your house or car unlocked, you would not leave a public computer logged on to your sensitive accounts or disclose sensitive information to strangers. It is incumbent upon our School to teach responsible, safe and civil online behaviors from pre-school through graduation.” - DR. BOB KENYON 53

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The Renaissance of Learning that is taking place at All Saints’ is nothing short of remarkable. DR. TAD BIRD I first heard Dr. Tad Bird, Head of School, use the term “renaissance of learning” to describe the academic environment at All Saints’ during my initial visit to campus last spring. The phrase continues to resonate clearly as a way of describing the distinctive transformations in teaching and learning that are underway at our School. It is truly remarkable how we are applying 21st century techniques to the curriculum for which we are known - a curriculum with a rich foundation steeped in the classics and Western traditions. To fully embrace our future, we must study the past. So much of the emerging paradigm that we might call “21st century teaching and learning” come to us from studying the writings of John Dewey, the Father of Progressive Education. Dr. Bird and Fr. David Madison, Upper School Division Head and Assistant Head of School, dug deeper into John Dewey’s world as part of their research for developing the philosophy of the All Saints’ Honors College. Dr. Bird and Fr. Madison visited with presidents and deans of prestigious colleges and universities around the country to discuss the future of education. They also Skyped with the Head of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, which Dewey founded in 1896. I am drawn to the parallels between Dewey’s vision, particularly from My Pedagogic Creed (1897), and the All Saints’ vision of cultivating an environment that is student-centered, aspirational 56

left: Dewey founded University of Chicago Laboratory Schools in 1896 to promote experiential learning. right: All Saints’ Honors College engages students in experiential learning of the 21st century. and filled with optimism. At the Lab School, Dewey created a learning culture where “the child, not the lesson, is the center of the teacher’s attention,” and the community affirms that “each student has individual strengths which should be cultivated and grown.” At All Saints’, our Outcome Statement aligns well with Dewey’s vision: A graduate of All Saints’ Episcopal School will exercise genius within through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world, and by serving others. The learning renaissance taking shape in the Tad Bird Honors College is anchored firmly in our School’s mission and representative of a rebirth in our appreciation for educational reforms that John Dewey championed a century ago. In My Pedagogic Creed, Dewey wrote that “education...is a process of living and not preparation for future living.” In the Honors College we ask: If school’s purpose is to prepare students to live their lives now, then how might we design school to look more like real life? What if more students’ work had more real-life applications? What if more students’ work was aimed at targets with more meaningful impact beyond the grade book? Dewey further stated that “ideas result from action.” At the Lab School, Dewey designed a program in which “students begin learning by experimentation and develop interests in traditional subjects to help them gather information.” In the Honors College we ask: How might we encourage students to learn-by-doing? How might we encourage students to listen with empathy, design, create, prototype, build? How

might students construct understandings and develop essential cognitive skills - like the ability to think critically, communicate cogently and solve problems creatively - within the scope of their experiences at school? How might we infuse students’ lives in school with autonomy and personalization even as we also encourage creativity, sharing with a public audience and collaboration around both giving and receiving meaningful feedback? Dewey also wrote, “It is the business of school to deepen and extend [each child’s] sense of values.” In the Honors College we ask: How might we deepen students’ commitments to servant leadership and extend students’ definitions of citizenship to include more consideration of global issues? In her research for The Bully Pulpit, historian Doris Kearns Goodwin studied the Progressive era in which John Dewey lived and worked. She writes, “There are but a handful of times in the history of our country when there occurs a transformation so remarkable that a molt seems to take place, and an altered country begins to emerge. The turn of the twentieth century was such a time.” Our lives today are shaped by remarkable transformations, too. John Dewey emphasized renewing education’s commitment to building “a more lovely society.” At All Saints’, Dr. Bird leads our relentless pursuit of “a still more excellent way.” We frame our responses to a new information age - powered by Internet connections and driven by innovation - as a rebirth of learning grounded in ideas from our past.

John Dewey, Father of Progressive Education

VISITING SCHOLARS PAT BASSETT

Former President of NAIS September 3, 2013 Community-Wide Presentation: The benefits of an independent school education. Upper School Honors Convocation: Choose to be “good,” and the rest will fall into place. Honors College Seminar: The 6 C’s – Skills and values for the 21st century.

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Female Combat Aviator November 12, 2013 Upper School Eucharist: “Lucky” Penny on 9/11 Honors College Roundtable: Leadership under pressure.

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Climber, Adventurer November 20, 2013 Middle School/Upper School Students: Reaching the unreachable. Honors College Discussion: Challenge yourself every day.

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Author of The Falconer October 24, 2013 AP English Students: Symbols and metaphors in Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. Faculty and Staff: The 21st century classroom. Honors College Workshop: Design thinking challenge.

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Educator, Institutional Designer January 9, 2014 Dean of Academic Studies: Faculty Professional Development Honors College Workshop: Redesign the gift-giving experience.

By Keira Moody The summer of 2013 was a golden one for All Saints’ Middle School History teacher, Leann Adams. She and her husband, Bob, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary by sharing memories and traditions with friends and family. One such tradition, freezing the top of a wedding cake, was the talk of the town...and then some. Despite expectations that the cake would be moldy and beyond recognition, the confection looked just like it did the day of their wedding. The news got around, first to our local StarTelegram, then it went viral throughout the U.S. and reportedly ended up in London and even China (yes, it was translated in Chinese).

All Saints’ Lower School 2nd grade teacher, Jennifer Albritton, caught her first sailfish in Stuart, Florida, over Christmas break. Her husband, Ollie took the picture of Jennifer and her prize 120 lb fish (and deckhand Tony). Though she won’t admit that it’s something to brag about, it took her less than 30 minutes to reel the sailfish in. And, yes, it was released right after the photo was taken. Jennifer and Ollie caught king fish, dorado and bonita all on the same trip!

Carol Childress, All Saints’ Upper School Math teacher, welcomed her first grandchild, Reagan Elise Childress, into the family on September 13, 2013. Reagan is the daughter of Bobby, Carol’s son, and Kelsey Childress. The family lives in Benbrook, which means Granna Carol gets to see her often!

Leann also attended a professional development seminar last summer at Chautauqua Institution in western New York state. While she was there, she had an opportunity to visit with Justice Sandra Day O’Connor about O’Connor’s new book Lazy B: Growing Up on a Cattle Ranch in the American Southwest. Leann was enthralled because her own master’s thesis was on the subject of ranching in Texas.

Mike “Gonzo” Gonzalez, All Saints’ Middle School Division Head, and his wife Cynthia, traveled to Destin, Florida, this past October for his youngest son’s wedding. Paul Gonzalez ‘06 married Chalie Ray among a hundred family members and friends. In Dallas, where the couple lives, Paul is in orthopedic medical sales for Smith and Nephew, and Chalie Ray is a regional manager for Michelin Tires.

Tricia Henderson, All Saints’ Early Childhood Music teacher, led in with this, “For many, the number 13 symbolizes bad luck, but for me, 2013 was a wonderfully momentous year!” And she was right. First, Tricia was asked to play the piano for the style show and luncheon for 2,000 ladies at the national convention of the Daughters of the Nile, held at the Gaylord Texan Hotel in Grapevine. Next, she and her husband, Hobie, celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with a two-week land tour and cruise through Alaska. They were on board the cruise ship on July 15, Tricia’s 60th birthday, and spent most of the day observing beautiful glaciers of Glacier Bay. When they returned to DFW from Alaska, they had less than 24 hours to repack and catch a flight to Orlando where Tricia attended a three-day Elementary Music Symposium at the University of Central Florida (The headliners were two of her favorite clinicians – Dr. Artie Almeida from Florida and Denise Gagne from Canada). The day after the symposium, they drove to Tampa where Hobie received the degree of the Purple Cross, presented by the York Rite Sovereign College of North America. And if that’s not enough, Tricia and Hobie also recently added two new members to their family – Chowzer puppies named Peaches and Snowball. Explains why she has so much energy with Early Childhood students! 58

All Saints’ Lower School 1st grade teacher, Lynne Carter, married Garrett Pendergrass ’97 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on June 15, 2013. The couple and his daughter Sage (pictured) have made their home in Fort Worth. Garret works at The Firehouse Pottery and Gallery.

Laura Hutyra, All Saints’ Campaign Manager, was awarded the Certified Fund Raising Executive credential (CFRE) in July of 2013. The CFRE is the only professional certification with global recognition available to fundraising professionals. To complete the certification process, one must have at least five years of experience in fundraising, complete a lengthy application that includes proving success in raising funds and pass a rigorous exam. Maintaining the CFRE credential throughout one’s career demonstrates a dedication to fundraising as a profession, art and science. Way to go, Laura!

All Saints’ Upper School History teacher, Bart Pointer, continues to teach his students by example, academically and in servant leadership. During the summer of 2013, Bart completed a College Board Advanced Placement professional development course in U.S. History at T.C.U. He was also elected to serve as Board Chairman at Ridglea Christian Church in Fort Worth during 2014.

All Saints’ Lower School Science teacher, Pam Vaziripour, welcomed her third grandchild into the family. Landon William Mann was born on January 23, 2014, to proud parents Jessica, Pam’s daughter (pictured), and Rodger Mann. The family lives in Irving. Older sister, Lyla, is very excited to have a new baby brother!

New All Saints’ Upper School Religion teacher, David Parks, married Stacy Barber on Saturday, October 26, 2013, at The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Dallas. They have made their home in Fort Worth and enjoy all that the city has to offer. While David is busy at All Saints’, Stacy works in the Oil and Gas industry and is getting involved in local non-profit organizations. David was quick to say, “We are honeymooning in Europe when school lets out for summer!”

All Saints’ Middle School Religion teacher, Lucinda Hoad, and husband Cory have made mission work a priority in their lives. Active in All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Luci and Cory travel summers with church members, many of whom are also a part of our All Saints’ Episcopal School community, to help build/repair playgrounds and structures of Holy Cross Anglican School in Belize. “One of the best parts of the trip is the close-knit community that has developed both with the missioners and between the missioners and the School. We can’t wait to go back this summer!” said Luci.

James Venhaus, All Saints’ Upper School Theatre Arts, presented a playwriting workshop and responded to student-written plays at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival’s Region 6 in Shreveport, LA, on February 26-28, 2014. The workshop, called “Real vs. Realistic: How We Speak on Stage and How it Differs From How We Speak in Life,” was based on a playwriting assignment he uses in the Honors Drama class here at All Saints’. James was also asked to adjudicate the play festival featuring student-written scripts. More info at: http://www.kcactf6.org/.

Señora Doris Williams, All Saints’ Upper School Spanish teacher, announced the birth of the second grandchild in her family. Colette Marie Wooten, daughter of Monique Wooten ‘03 and Clay Wooten ‘03, was born on January 21, 2014, in Edmond, OK. She looks like she’ll be a Saint like her parents, aunts, uncle and grandma!

John Andrew Willis, All Saints’ Assistant Director of College Advising, completed his M.Ed. at TCU in December 2013. One of his final classes was in June 2013 in the UK where the group toured different colleges to compare their higher education system to that of the U.S. Willis and his class were photographed at Pembroke College of the University of Oxford. 59

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1. ROBIN PAGE Early Childhood

2. DEBRA KOPPELBERGER Lower School

3. MIKE “GONZO” GONZALEZ

4. DAVID MADISON Upper School

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LAURA HILLENBRAND DR. JANE NELSEN “I really like Laura Hillenbrand, author of Seabiscuit and Unbroken. She effortlessly tells stories of fascinating people living very improbable lives. Her personal situation of being confined to her home makes it that much more powerful; she writes about people who have physically-challenging lives.”

“I read anything from Dr. Jane Nelsen, author of the Positive Discipline book series. If you know me, you know I am big believer in encouraging children at an early age to be respectful while still expressing themselves in all relationships – peers, parents and teachers. Nelsen provides real-life tools for educators and parents to use with children of all ages.”

C.S. LEWIS

“No question, C.S. Lewis. He is probably the best modern representative of the Anglican approach to theology. He has the ability to take complicated theological concepts and explain them in a way that is completely approachable. Not only do I enjoy his writing personally, I always enjoy introducing my students to his work. For several years, I’ve used his Mere Christianity as a jumping off point for our Ethics course. If you haven’t read it, I highly recommend it!”

SETH GODIN

“Seth Godin, author of Tribes, Linchpin and many more, is one of my favorites. His work is inspiring and thought provoking, and he really challenges the reader to only do work that makes a difference and has an impact in this world.”

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A[nother] DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE David Madison ’92 left for Virginia Theological Seminary on January 19 with only a B.A., J.D. and M.Div. after his name. He returned to All Saints’ with an additional acronym – D.Min. During a two-hour session at the Seminary, Madison defended his doctoral thesis, “Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam: How Emotional Intelligence and Ignatian Spirituality Informs Leadership Training for Adolescents.” He earned a “high pass” from the elite panel. DR. MADISON WAS ASKED RECENTLY ABOUT THE ACCOMPLISHMENT. Q: W hat/who inspired you to become a Doctor of Ministry, D.Min.? A: Dr. Bird was definitely the biggest inspiration in pursuing this degree. He frequently spoke of his coursework and suggested that I would benefit from the research and discussions.

Dr. David Madison and some of his Entrepreneurial Studies students enjoying the first signs of Spring after the record-breaking cold streak.

Q: W hat are the requirements and how would you describe the journey? A: For three years, I spent summer periods in residency at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia. VTS is one of the oldest Episcopal seminaries, and it was a joy to spend time in deep research and reflection. At the end of three years of coursework, I developed a capstone project that would become the basis of my thesis document.

1.1 Thesis Summary

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Q: D escribe your thesis and why you selected it. A: Th e thesis focused on emotional intelligence and how the construct can inform leadership training for adolescents. I was introduced to “EI” literature in some of my leadership coursework. The challenge was that I didn’t see practitioners focusing on how EI can inform those of us that work with adolescents. Emotional development is such a critical part of adolescence that it makes sense that it could also affect our efforts to train young leaders to prepare for the challenges facing them. There are some interesting things happening on college campuses currently with EI and freshman orientation. That made me ask the question about how Upper Schools were using EI in their efforts. The result was my project thesis. Q: W hat was the most thoughtful question asked during your defense of dissertation and how did you respond? A: Th e defense was an extremely positive and healthy experience. The best question related to how we could incorporate EI into some of the other metrics that are so central to the college prep experience (i.e., GPA, ACT, and SAT). It’s an unfolding discussion that is taking place in college admission offices across the country (and world). I hope to be able to continue to be part of the discussion. Q: What’s next for you, more letters? A: I am most excited about applying what I’ve learned about EI to the All Saints’ community. I leave the doctoral experience with many new ideas and strategies that I look forward to sharing with my students.

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MRS. MONTGOMERY, MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE (1981-1990) WHERE IS SHE NOW? RIGHT BACK AT ALL SAINTS’! Jill Montgomery Wimberly will always be a scientist, a nature enthusiast and a teacher. She recalls her days on the All Saints’ science faculty with fondness. “All Saints’ was a different School back then,” she says. The Tumbleweed campus was comprised of metal buildings and as they aged, they became infused with “wildlife.” Jill remembers her students bringing in black widow spiders they had found in the Middle School hallway, which prompted a lesson on arachnids. When the acreage just west of the Moncrief Middle School building was purchased to develop athletic fields, her students were able to dig for – and find – great fossils. She sponsored the annual Science Fair with a tradition of winning projects. All Saints’ had a “Best of Fair” entry for several consecutive years and once came home with 52 prizes! Daughter Kristi Kuenstler, now a proud All Saints’ parent of Kort ’19 and Kole ’21 was a student in her mother’s class and her favorite memory was creating weather maps and having famed KXAS meteorologist Howard Taft visit the classroom.

Now Jill is back – in 7th, 5th and 4th grades. She’s been volunteering since Kort entered kindergarten, and the teachers enthusiastically accept her as an inventive partner. She has implemented an outdoor iPlot project with 4th graders, a botanical project with 5th graders and, in 7th grade, she is spearheading a bog project, which entails growing and studying carnivorous plants such as cobra plants, sundews and venus fly traps. The students must mix soil and other elements to create their bog, then they can “earn” plants for their bogs in a variety of ways. Mrs. Wimberly distributes her “Bog Bucks” for taking good notes, tending the fruit flies which are fed to the plants, harvesting seeds to propagate new plants and for making classroom presentations to prospective students and their families. Students learn about bogs as a growing medium by studying their pH and replicating the way bogs are found in nature. Interestingly, bogs cannot be sustained with city water, so Jill and the students collect rainwater around Campus. Jill says of her students, “I love Middle School. The kids are still very enthusiastic and inquisitive; it’s a fun age to teach.” Joseph Morris, Middle School Science Department Chair, says of Jill, “I am always looking for ways to bring science to life. She brings her expertise and the real world into my classroom. She is awesome!” 63

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2012-2013 Emily Pitsch ’14 Breck Bunch ’13 Brittany Vinson ’13 Will Ousup ’14

2013-2014 Anh “Ryan” Loc Nguyen ’15

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Our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is the most senior of the three parent engagement groups. Organized in 1983, PTO was formed to support and connect faculty, staff, students and parents at All Saints’. PTO leadership and volunteers can be seen in the hallways of our School on any given day and at special events. In addition to serving faculty and staff appreciation breakfasts and lunches throughout the year, PTO sponsors many community events such as Harvest Fair, Grandparents’ Day, the Parent Speaker Forum and the Scholastic Book Fair. This year’s Scholastic Book Fair, held in November 2013, was led by two parents who are very passionate about fostering a love for reading. Lisa Bothwell, mother of Mitchell ’20, Claire ’21 and

Ian ’25, and Elizabeth Vinson-Phan, mother of Nicholas ’22 and Alexander ’25, created a theme for the 2013 Book Fair called “Reading Oasis.” It was designed to encourage kids to “quench their thirst” with books that have new and exciting titles. Their displays were elaborate and carried out to last detail. Fifty percent of every book sold during the Scholastic Book Fair is donated directly to the All Saints’ Lower School, Middle School and Upper School libraries. Funds help supply libraries with current titles, computer programs for students to create classroom projects and databases for research. This year’s “Reading Oasis” stood out as a highly successful fundraiser, exceeding last year’s results and then some.

We would like to thank the many wonderful PTO volunteers who joined in to help organize, set up and carry out this amazing event. It warms our hearts that there are so many parents and even grandparents who believe as we do that each book opens a world of imagination and creativity for our Saints. LISA BOTHWELL AND ELIZABETH VINSON-PHAN, PTO VOLUNTEERS 70

Join FAME By Keira Moody

Fine Arts Matters in Education (FAME) was established to promote and enhance the Fine Arts at All Saints’. FAME volunteers support the Fine Arts faculty in all Divisions to help enrich the experience for students in the visual arts, dance, music, musical theatre, drama, photography, film and design. Each year, FAME raises funds to help support programming and enrich the experience for our Fine Arts students. This year, FAME has financially contributed to the arts in all Divisions, most notably a professional-grade microphone package that complements the sound system FAME purchased last year.

James Venhaus, Upper School Theatre Arts, put the new microphones to work in Scott Theater for the Upper School musical, The Boy Friend, at the end of February. Both actors and patrons enjoyed the upgraded acoustic value of the production. Venhaus and the other Fine Arts faculty members appreciate FAME’s continued contribution to the arts.

I have enjoyed being a part of the FAME leadership because I see our volunteer efforts directly enhancing the experience of our Fine Arts students every day. Whether it’s publishing a playbill, hosting performance receptions or financially supporting our programs, our Saints are the ones who benefit. JEANNETTE IGLESIAS, FAME PRESIDENT 71

Join Booster Club past year, Booster Club funds have purchased two school buses that are used for field trips and morning transportation in addition to athletic needs. We also focus on boosting School spirit for all sports, and our volunteers do a great job with hospitality when we host SPC events and tournaments on our Campus.

DO YOU HAVE SPECIFIC GOALS FOR THIS YEAR?

My goal for the year is to raise as much money as we can. Our two main fundraisers are the Fall Sports Program and the All Saints’ Golf Classic, scheduled for May 5. With the help of some wonderful volunteers, we are on pace to surpass our goals. Also, I wanted to re-energize our Saints’ families and to bring together the Lower, Middle and Upper School as one sports family. To accomplish these goals, we always need to keep our families informed of all that Booster Club does and how funds are used throughout the entire campus.

WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO? By Susan Doyle Craig Kelly clearly manages a busy schedule as founder and president of local real estate investment fund, Kelly Capital Partners, and as parent with his wife, Robyn, of two teenage boys, Patrick ’15 and Ryan ’17. Yet Craig was first in line to seek a leadership role in All Saints’ 2013-14 Booster Club. As chairman, Craig has been heavily active in fundraising and running the operations as efficiently as possible to benefit our Saint athletes of all ages and all sports. We sat down with Craig recently and asked him a few questions.

WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO CHAIR THE BOOSTER CLUB THIS YEAR?

I have always been a strong supporter of this School and Saints’ athletics, so when I was asked, I jumped at the opportunity to give back to the School I love.

WHY IS THE BOOSTER CLUB IMPORTANT TO OUR SCHOOL?

The Booster Club is vital to our School’s overall health. It supports ALL sports, all ages and the School itself. For example, over the 72

Interestingly enough, when I took over as Booster Club chair, I wasn’t fully aware of all the different areas that Booster Club supports. One misconception many people may have is that a majority of our money goes to the football program; however, football receives less funding than all other sports. Booster Club funds are used for all aspects of student athletics, from purchasing equipment to warm ups, even the sun screen covers at the various athletic fields. We just approved the purchase of a hitting board for the new Gray Tennis Center, and we also support the Lower School P.E. program.

HOW CAN MEMBERS OF OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY GET INVOLVED IN BOOSTER ACTIVITIES?

We are always looking for volunteers to work all kinds of sporting events, serve on committees and assist our great coaches and faculty that work so hard for our children. Give me a call!

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN AT ALL SAINTS’, AND IN WHAT OTHER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES HAVE YOU BEEN INVOLVED?

Robyn and I have been at All Saints’ since 2001, before the Upper School was built on the Normandale campus. Having two young boys that started from kindergarten, Robyn and I have been blessed to serve in many aspects of the School from class mom to coaching flag football to serving on two Capital Campaign committees. The bottom line is, Robyn and I feel very fortunate to be able to serve in any way large or small in support of the School we love. As we say…PROTECT THE FAMILY-GO SAINTS!

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“Inspirational!” ALL SAINTS’ FILM FESTIVAL 2013

By Keira Moody

Honk when you see Wende Dwyer-Johnsen (and her dog Kevin) this spring during carpool because you agree All Saints’ is a Wonderful School.

Parents who attended the State of the School Coffee on February 12 were surprised to hear that the All Saints’ Annual Fund goal of $700,000 for the 2013-14 school year is less than, and in some cases much less than, our peer schools. In fact, compared to our much older peers in Dallas, All Saints’ Annual Fund goal on average is only a third of what they raise. “The reality is,” as our Head of School, Dr. Tad Bird, pointed out that day, “we have been recognized time and time again for how efficient our operations are compared to industry standards.” Even so, a private school model is built around four main revenue streams – tuition, Annual Fund, endowment and alternative revenue sources. Today, All Saints’ Annual Fund and other contributions cover a 9 percent gap between tuition and the operating budget. Wende Dwyer-Johnsen and her husband, Andrew Johnsen (Asst. VP for State Government Affairs at Burlington Northern), parents of Ian ’13 and Christian ’16, recognize that All Saints’ is still very young compared to other PK-12 institutions across the country. An Annual Fund takes decades to grow roots at a foundational level. Their desire to help our Community understand the importance of annual giving

PRESENTED BY LIGHTS ON, INC. IN ASSOCATION WITH ALL SAINTS’ ADVANCEMENT TEAMAND ANNUAL FUND CO-CHAIRS WENDE DWYER-JOHNSEN AND ANDREW JOHNSEN FLUXTOWN PRODUCTIONSAND JIMMY SAMIS ‘02 FEATURING MARGARET BOSCHINI ‘14, ANDREW JOHNSEN, FATHER MEL BRIDGE AND LOWER SCHOOL CHAPEL STUDENTS, PEGGY WILSON AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE STUDENTS AND MISSY CARSON’S EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASS SPECIAL THANK S TO ALL SAINTS’ FACILITIES TEAM AND LIFE SAFETY TEAM SAVE THE DATE APRIL 4, 2014 LIGHTS ON! A FILM BY

PREMIERING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT NOON AT www.ItsAWonderfulSchool.org

led them to their positions as co-chairs of this year’s Annual Fund. The idea for the 2013-14 Annual Fund campaign, It’s a Wonderful School, popped into Wende’s head last spring when she thought about her new role. She quickly volunteered her husband to take a lead role in a movie short scripted and produced by Jimmy Samis ’02, founder of Fluxtown Productions, Inc. Don’t miss It’s a Wonderful School – Parts I and II – at www.ItsaWonderfulSchool.org. The Annual Fund Committee continues to strive for 100 percent parent participation; however, our baseline goal is at least 85 percent parent participation (which is in line with our peer schools). A high percentage of giving signifies stability and maturity and strengthens a school’s chances of obtaining grants and foundation money. Currently, our parent community is supporting the Annual Fund at 60 percent participation. Wende and Andrew and their team are working hard to raise that percentage. PLEASE GIVE TO THE ANNUAL FUND AND ADD YOUR NAME TO THE LIST OF THOSE SUPPORTING THE SCHOOL! www.asesftw.org/AnnualFund

We consider each Annual Fund gift as a vote – an endorsement of All Saints’. No matter the gift amount, it symbolizes an understanding of the importance of the Annual Fund. The Annual Fund supports programs, faculty and facilities, all of which directly benefit the students. We like to say it touches ‘Every Classroom, Every Child, Every Day.’ WENDE DWYER-JOHNSEN AND ANDREW JOHNSEN, CO-CHAIRS OF THE ANNUAL FUND

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SPOTLIGHT FRANK SHERWOOD WILL LEAVE A LASTING IMPRESSION By Susan Doyle

Frank Sherwood recently established a charitable gift annuity to benefit All Saints’ Episcopal School. The annuity was established with a gift of appreciated stock and is structured to provide a quarterly payment to the donor, with the remainder left to our School in his estate. Although Frank and his late wife, Eleanor, sent daughter Laura to school here, and Laura’s daughters, Ali ’13 and Maddy Duran ’14, are now Saints, Frank’s involvement with the School has been much more behind the scenes. All Saints’ has a storied history as a school, and we are fortunate to have an expansive 100+ acre campus with state-of-the-art facilities. In addition to the professional architects, contractors and designers who have been involved in our building projects, Frank Sherwood has been largely responsible for the development of our beautiful Normandale Campus. When the School purchased the Normandale tract in the late-90s, the Board decided to hire a professional Owner’s Representative to oversee the design and construction of all Campus facilities. Following interviews with several qualified candidates, Frank was selected. His background as an architectural engineer gave him professional credentials, and the fact that he was a long-standing member of All Saints’ Episcopal Church was an added bonus. Recently retired, Frank’s career included work on some of the most significant architectural projects in the

North Texas area including St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, the Kimbell Art Museum, Burnett Plaza office building, Cook Children’s Medical Center and more than 100 projects at DFW Airport. Since signing on in 1997, Frank has had a hand in every project on our Campus, and his servant leadership extends past his written job description. He has personally designed all road and traffic signage, the monument signs at the entrances to the athletic facilities and the Dillard Early Childhood Center, and you may have caught a glimpse of Frank hanging classroom signage just hours before a building dedication ceremony. Asked why he chose to include All Saints’ in his estate plans, Frank replied, “It’s really a payback since I’ve earned a decent income in my retirement years as the School’s Owner’s Representative. And, All Saints’ is an outstanding School by any standards and is attractive to so many people because of its faith-based principles. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with the people – architects, contractors, volunteers and School administrators – and admire their dedication and strong ethics.” His tireless energy on our behalf was recognized when he was given our Saints Award in 2003. Thank you, Frank, for being such a valued partner!

DEWOLFE SOCIETY MEMBERS

The DeWolfe Society recognizes foresighted individuals who have chosen to support the School’s future through bequests and other deferred gifts. The School accepts planned gifts of cash, appreciated stocks, real estate and tangible personal property, life insurance and life income gifts such as charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts and charitable gift annuities. Membership in the Society is granted to donors who notify the School of their intentions. It is the School’s vision that planned gifts from DeWolfe Society members will provide permanent funding to continue the academic spiritual legacy established by Father DeWolfe. For more information or to join the DeWolfe Society by making a bequest, please contact Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement, SusanDoyle@aseschool.org or 817.717.4044. Anonymous (5) Dr. and Mrs. Merle T. Basden Dr. Sharon Basden and Mr. Gary Frankenfield Dr. and Mrs. Thaddeus B. Bird Mr. and Mrs. A. William Brackett Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Bradshaw Mr. and Mrs. Pete Chambers The Rev. Canon and Mrs. James P. DeWolfe, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Ferguson Dr. Joseph W. Gray Mr. and Mrs. Kent S. Henning Mr. and Mrs. Reese Hillard The Rev. and Mrs. Christopher Jambor Ms. Dorothy Jurgens* Mr. and Mrs. Dee J. Kelly, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. A. Avery McDaniel

Ms. Donna Michels Mr. and Mrs. Ardon Moore Mr. Mark P. Moore Ms. Johnnie Pearce Moseley* Ms. Sylvia P. Murray* Mr. Freeman L. Orman Mr. and Mrs. John Pinkerton Mr. and Mrs. Rusty Reid

Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Ryan* Mr. and Mrs. James D. Samis Mr. Frank H. Sherwood Mr. Ramsay Slugg Ms. Ann Pendleton Stephens* Mr. and Mrs. George M. Young, Jr. * Gifts received 77

Capital Campaign

Leadership By Laura Hutyra

Since 2012, the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints Campaign Steering Committee members have been dedicating their time and efforts to raise funds which will profoundly impact our Campus – and the education of our students. The Campaign Co-Chairs lead the way toward the Committee’s goal to raise significant funds to support capital and endowment additions for ALL our Saints. Components include the new Gray Tennis Center and Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education, the exciting acquisition of the 44 acres north of Normandale and other upcoming projects including fine arts additions to Simpson Upper School. For ALL the Saints continues in the Quiet Phase now, and Campaign Leadership hopes to kick off the Public Phase in 2015.

CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP: INTERVIEW WITH CO-CHAIR PETE CHAMBERS Raney and Pete Chambers joined the All Saints’ community in the fall of 2002, when their oldest daughter, Gracie, entered kindergarten. Since that time, they have had their two other daughters at All Saints’ as well, and their youngest, Vivian, begins Middle School next year. The Chambers are exceptional members of the All Saints’ family, having served as volunteers in various capacities over the years. Raney served on the Board of Trustees from 2006 to 2013, during which time she chaired the Marketing & Admission Committee and served as Vice President of the Board. Though incredibly humble about his role as Campaign Co-Chair, Pete Chambers is a phenomenal leader. Chairman and CEO of Inspirus, a company dedicated to workforce recognition that transforms people and workplaces, Pete is a savvy businessman. Today, Pete plays an instrumental role in the Campaign, which has raised approximately $14,000,000 to date. WHY IS PETE COMMITTED TO THE CAMPAIGN? IN HIS OWN WORDS: “I believe that the tremendous growth of our School and its successto-date culminates into the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints capital campaign. Although there will no doubt be ongoing projects and improvements in the future that we cannot even fathom right now, the elements of this campaign address the major 78

areas of growth, need and potential that currently exist. With the focus being the arts, endowment, technology, preserving the integrity of our campus and providing a first class facility for our youngest Saints, we are putting at least some of the remaining critical pieces into the puzzle. This campaign truly will benefit ALL the Saints — from our Early Childhood students, to this year’s graduating class, to the Saints of yesterday, today and tomorrow.” HOW DO YOU THINK THAT OUR YOUNGEST SAINTS HAVE BENEFITED FROM THE NEW DILLARD CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, AND HOW DO YOU THINK THE NEW FACILITY WILL CONTINUE TO BENEFIT ALL SAINTS’ IN THE FUTURE? “First and foremost, our teachers are making the biggest impact, and we are so fortunate to have Robin Page’s leadership in the Early Childhood program. Secondly, the new building provides a worldclass entry into the All Saints’ experience for all of our new young Saints and their families. While the Chapel is the first thing we all see when we enter the campus and will remain the focal point for all of us, the Early Childhood experience welcomes the youngest Saints in style, functionality and excellence.” WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT THAT ALL SAINTS’ ACQUIRED THE 44 ACRES NORTH OF NORMANDALE? “The 44 acres is a game changer for All Saints’. It allows us to dream big, enhance security for the campus, and it gives us

The Chambers – Raney, Bridget, Vivian ‘20, Gracie ‘15 and Pete

flexibility to design a new master plan with ample space for future programming…words cannot adequately describe the intrinsic value this acreage brings to our School.” PLEASE DESCRIBE WHY YOU FEEL THAT ENDOWMENT (FINANCIAL RESERVES, WHICH IMPACT TEACHER SALARIES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, ENHANCED PROGRAMMING AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE) IS SUCH AN IMPORTANT COMPONENT TO MAINTAIN AN EXCELLENT SCHOOL? “The endowment we have is wonderful, but at the end of the day, by building our endowment more, we are impacting the School for generations of students and teachers. Our kids deserve the best faculty and the best assets to ensure they get the education we all desire for them. Our endowment is the backbone to this goal.” HOW DO YOU THINK THAT ALL SAINTS’ WILL BE ENHANCED BY THE CONSTRUCTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MORE DEDICATED FINE ARTS SPACES IN SIMPSON UPPER SCHOOL? “The fine arts aspect of the Campaign is the final leg to the stool. We have the artists and now we will have the environment for them to shine. Our athletes get a lot of press, as they should, but the world should know just how many fine artists we also have throughout the School. The facilities will provide the areas needed and will be a platform for many wonderful performances.”

PLEASE DESCRIBE WHY YOU FEEL THAT IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL SAINTS’ CONTINUALLY ENHANCES ITS USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM. “Technology is not an option for our children. If we can provide them the infrastructure and applications that are available today, they will benefit for years to come. The learning, the note taking, and the planning that is available for our kids throughout technology is a must. These funds will change our kids’ lives and provide the best tools the world has to offer. We must provide these for our kids.” TO YOU, WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT COMPONENT OF THIS CAMPAIGN? “The most important component of this campaign is the addition to Simpson Upper School. It is not only an investment for the future; it is a need for today as our Upper School is nearly full. I feel strongly that technology must come with the addition so we complete this entire project with the standards of excellence to which we are committed. It is both my privilege and responsibility to accept the baton from the campaign donors and leadership that built the campus that we enjoy today. It’s exciting to be a part of continuing the momentum and furthering the cause towards excellence For ALL the Saints!” To learn more about Building for Character: For ALL the Saints, visit www.asesftw.org/Campaign-for-All-the-Saints. 79

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ALL SAINTS’ REVIEW P

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Our students and faculty have been hard at work gathering the writing talent of All Saints’ into a compilation piece that includes short stories, poems, odes to favorite faculty and much more. Read the below excerpts to get a taste of the depth and breadth of writing to be showcased in the 2014 edition of The All Saints’ Review, available in the Upper School office. DISTANCE

by Kelly Carroll ‘15 Rhodes Summer Writing Institute 2013 You wait, the welcome mat of high society, a security blanket for the nametag that is me. I stare across the Grand Canyon at you. (Is there only three inches between us?) I look on as my Statue of Liberty crumbles to her coffin while the hourglass tilts. You insist that I am your missing piece, your apple pie, your Bible. I stroll away – my Boeing 747 departs for New Zealand, and the door to my heart has slammed shut.

THE NEW GIRL

by Celia Nowlin ‘19 Quiet, shy, don’t know what to say; I am the new girl today. I brisk through the hallways almost unseen. Tell me, does it look like my face is turning green? I have a few friends, but I’m still not sure If having a lot of friends is the cure For missing everyone at my old school. I’m afraid that here I’ll look like a fool. Soon, I’ll get over it; I’m positive I will. My parents tell me I just need to ‘chill’. After a while, I’m fitting in better. We start small conversations about school and the weather. And somehow I know; I can feel it in my bones That I can go from being the new girl to feeling at home.

FROM MOLLIE-ANN TO MARZIPAN

by Alex Bush ‘14 Obey who? Me, that’s you-know-who… We worry and grumble and suffer- oh, boo. From promises broken and promises kept I should have known better than e’er to leapt Stand at the station and pay up the fare We say we’ll go far, but where oh where? Jumping is free, and runs dime-a-dozen At that rate I had not been a friendly curmudgeon. A baby bjørne’s life I have now been free For what? Ah, to know my own destiny And what of you, leader? Stiff as a log? Bah what does it matter? You’re nothing but fog. From child-like obedience we fear much to stray. But this is the chorus, to enter the fray! To depart from the pull, to leap to the skies, A trip to the island has opened my eyes. Promises made in the back-lot of Goreo Stand nought to the flames of a forest in Borneo There is life left, here things to be done. The courage is knowledge, the war to be won. We must be all things: love, patient, and kind. The Republic of Heaven screams, “Now is the time!” “Our laughter is now!” Must be our refrain If hope is our comfort, if joy our gain.

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Alumni News 1992

In January, David Madison left for Virginia Theological Seminary with only a B.A., J.D. and M.Div. after his name. He returned with an additional acronym – D.Min. He defended his doctoral thesis, Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam: How Emotional Intelligence and Ignatian Spirituality Informs Leadership Training for Adolescents, earning a “high pass” from the elite panel. Congratulations, Dr. Madison!

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Susie Purselley Thompson and husband Jeff Thompson welcomed Parker into the world on June, 13, 2013. Big brothers Charlie, Tucker and Jake are happy to have

Claire McMahon Rothe married Paul Rothe on August 12, 2013 and now has two step-children, Paul (11) and Basil (9). Claire graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with a minor in Secondary Teacher Certification on December 14, 2013. After four incredible years working as Alumni Relations and Special Events Coordinator at All Saints’, Caroline Stephens has joined Northern Trust Bank as Senior Wealth Strategist Associate. She is engaged to Jimmy Samis ‘02.

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Erin Light has been traveling all over the world. She has journeyed to Spain, the Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Jamaica and Ireland. Ashley Brown Waldeck and husband Adam welcomed Jack Paul Waldeck on September 17, 2013.

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April Hahnfeld Gwin and husband Adam welcomed Reese Hahnfeld Gwin on April 29, 2013. Big brother Carter loves his little sister!

Alicia Auping Wilson and Drew Wilson were united in marriage on November 2, 2013 at Thistle Hill Historic Mansion. The couple reside in Dallas. Lissa Thomas Harrison and husband Chris, along with big brother Whitt, welcomed Taylor Settle Harrison on January 20, 2013.

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Morgan McFaul Jackson and husband Jason welcomed a son, Robert Scott Jackson, on July 14, 2013 at 12:03pm. He weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces and was 19.5

Lee Chichester got married on October 19, 2013 in Fort Worth. His wife, Elizabeth Reimer, is a Fort Worth Country Day 2008 graduate. Several All Saints’ alumni took part in the wedding: Lee’s sister, Anne Chichester Klein ‘06 was a bridesmaid, Matt Young ‘02 was a groomsman and Conner Becker ‘03, Ben Evans ‘03 and Cass Rodgers ‘03 served as ushers. Tara Siegel will graduate with her Masters in Fine Art from Rochester Institute of Technology with a concentration in glass. Pictured is a piece from her MFA Exhibition titled, “Displacement” and is made from ceramic and glass. Tara’s show will be in May and is titled “Containing The Facade.”

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Craig Team married Kate Taylor at University Christian Church in Fort Worth on December 28, 2013. The reception was held at Colonial Country Club. Riggs Brown ‘03 was a groomsman and former All Saints’ students Chase Blackmon, Walker Turney and John Shaw were also in the wedding. After the wedding, the couple spent two weeks traveling around Thailand for their honeymoon.

Riggs Brown and wife, former student Kelley Davis Brown, welcomed son Riggs Alan Brown, Jr. on September 21, 2013. He weighed 6.0 pounds and was 18.5 inches long. Riggs has accepted a new job working for Robert Bass at American Aero FBO as General Manager. Kelley has been promoted to Junior Well Manager at Texhoma Land Consultants.

Rachel MacSwain Franklin and Josh Franklin were united in marriage on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at River Oaks Christian Church in River Oaks. Tyler MacSwain ‘08 served as a groomsman. A reception followed at the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in the Fort Worth Stockyards. The couple honeymooned in Breckenridge, Colorado. They live in Fort Worth where she is employed with an oil and gas company and he is in sales.

Megan Brous Zafereo and husband Ryan welcomed a son, Elliot James Zafereo, into the world on July 7, 2013, weighing in at 8 pounds and measuring 21 inches long.

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Ellen Reynolds O’Glee married Richard O’Glee on April, 25, 2009. Their son, Reynolds Harrison O’Glee, is in the 3-year-old class at All Saints’ with Mrs. West.

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Paige Prater Casey and husband, former student Reagan Casey, welcomed baby girl Coucil McKay Casey on September 17, 2013. She weighed 7 pounds 4 ounces.

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Jordan Harwell Hawkins recently accepted a new job as Director of Outpatient Physical Therapy at Methodist Hospital for Surgery in Dallas.

Emilie Peloubet Watson and husband Kent welcomed a son, Asa Collins Watson III, on Tuesday, February 5, 2013.

2004

Lauren Hicks Scott started her own business, Lauren Scott Events, in October of 2013. Her business focuses on event consulting and specializes in tablescapes, floral and event organization. Contact LaurenHicksScott@gmail.com for inquiries. Kate Young Roddy married Gavin Roddy in 2006. They both graduated from A&M in 2007. After graduation, Kate taught first grade for five years before having their son, Thatcher, in 2012. This past summer, the family moved to Rochester, MN for Gavin’s medical residency. Their daughter Vera was born in October of 2013. Kate likes to run and has completed several half and a few full marathons. Nathan Long is playing professional baseball in the Oakland Athletics organization. He leaves for spring training in a few weeks. Kathryn Barajas Fisackerly and husband Steve welcomed a daughter, Elizabeth Caroline, on December 23, 2013. Big brother Thomas is excited to have a sister!

2005

Connor Klein married Anne Chichester ‘06 on August 7, 2010 in the All Saints’ Chapel. The best man was Jon Sullivan ‘05, Caitlin Cribbs ‘06 was a bridesmaid, former student Conrad Beyer was a groomsman, Justin Light ‘05 was a reader and Anne’s brother Lee Chichester ‘03 served as an usher.

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The couple had an amazing band from Atlanta and delicious food from a local restaurant. They live in Fort Worth where Madi works as a selections coordinator for Village Homes and Dietrich works in the oil and gas industry.

Robbie Fitzgerald passed the Texas State Bar and is now an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of William T. Fitzgerald, PC.

Jorday Amy is the All Saints’ 7th grade Latin teacher and is coaching Middle School football and baseball.

Maria Martinez will graduate with her M.D. from medical school on May 31, 2014 at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas.

Paul Gonzalez and Chalie Ray exchanged vows in Destin, Florida on October 6, 2013. Father David Madison ’92 officiated the wedding ceremony. Steffani Young Garza has two little boys: Toby, who recently started kindergarten, and one-year-old Zack. Kelly Anderson plans to graduate with her Masters of Divinity from Perkins School of Theology this May. Hannah Bridge is studying to obtain her Ph.D. in Physical Therapy at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and will graduate this year. Charlotte Stouffer moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming last summer and is currently teaching at Fireflies Preschool. She spends her free time adjusting to the cold weather and learning how to ski. Sam Dean married Chelsea on September 14, 2013 and they honeymooned in Hawaii. After living in California for a few years, Garrett Isom recently moved to Oregon and is currently a Residence Life Coordinator at the University of Oregon.

2007

Addie McGraw Bowen and husband Brad welcomed twin boys William Welder Bowen (Will) and Jack Taylor Bowen (Jack) on November 5, 2013. Alison Peters works in the Membership Department at the Kimbell Art Museum. Madi Shoppa married Dietrich Davis on July 6, 2013 in Telluride, Colorado on a private ranch right outside of town. The ceremony was outside overlooking Wilson’s Peak and the reception was held in a tent on the property.

Lauren Hollis got married in October of 2013 to Casey Abel, who is from St. Louis, MO. Allie Kobs is a Public Relations Manager at Neiman Marcus in Fort Worth. Sterling McDavid left Goldman Sachs in July to go back to school at Parsons School of Design for Architecture and Design. Callie Tennison is working at Baylor All Saints Medical Center as a labor and delivery nurse.

2008

Ian Yamagata has written his first work of fiction, Mark of the Remaker. Ian is a 2012 graduate of Texas Christian University and an alumnus of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. A lifelong fiction fan, he hopes to one day bring his writing talents to the world of video gaming. Ian has a special interest in researching military history. Check out his website: www.remakerseries.com.

2009

Caitlyn Grudzinski recently graduated from Wesleyan University where she was a Phi Beta Kappa and won multiple awards for her work in Economics and Mathematics. She pitched for Wesleyan’s varsity softball team and was a four time NFCA All-American Scholar Athlete with a winning record and over 30 decisions. Caitlyn is now working as an Analyst for Goldman Sachs. Andrew Hicks is living in Austin and is employed in business development at RunTitle, Inc. RunTitle.com is the only online marketplace for mineral ownership information. It’s a platform for professional landmen and oil and gas companies to bring the oil and gas industry into the 21st century. RunTitle is building a database of more than 20 million acres of mineral title information and growing each day.

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2010

Hannah Cantrell graduated in December with a degree in English Literature from UNT.

2013

Rob Smat is continuing to enjoy his freshman year at USC’s Film School. His favorite classes are Stage Combat and The Cinema of Steven Spielberg. He makes and crews student films, having performed every job from director to puppeteer. His All Saints’ Senior Project film, Group Project, was awarded “best feature” at a San Francisco film festival in November. Be looking for him in a small role in the upcoming full-length Christian Mingle movie. Rob can usually be found chasing celebrities across Los Angeles.

Forever SAINTS

Our Parents of Alumni Steering Committee planned a wonderful 4th Annual “Mix, Mingle and Jingle” holiday party which was held at the home of Shawn and Ed Bradshaw on December 3, 2013. Parents of Alumni as well as Grandparents of Alumni enjoyed hors d’oeuvres prepared by caterer and former All Saints’ student Hailey Samis. Everyone had a great time! Plans are already underway for the “Forever Saints in the Spotlight” spring party which will be on campus in the Upper School Commons on Thursday, April 24 from 6-8 p.m. It’s a “Playbill” theme, and guests will have the opportunity to watch the Upper School students perform a snippet of their spring production, The Boy Friend in McNair Theater. Invitations will be mailed soon! If you would like to receive information about getting involved with the Forever Saints group, please email Brittany Bradshaw (BrittanyBradshaw@aseschool.org). Forever Saints, are you receiving a magazine on behalf of your alum? Email BrittanyBradshaw@aseschool.org with their updated address.

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

1. HOW DID ALL SAINTS’ PREPARE YOU FOR SCHOOL/LIFE? My time at All Saints’ was filled with challenges both personally and academically. I learned that no woman is an island and the difference it makes to have someone in your corner. I still remember the hours spent with Dr. Crossley and Mr. Nowlin preparing for AP tests or Mrs. Zide teaching us the basic ideas of theater, but also willing to give up her lunch hour for our improv club. Coach Gene Watts, the Varsity girls’ basketball coach at the time, was willing to take a chance on me when he didn’t have to. If it weren’t for teachers and coaches who believed in my potential, I wouldn’t have gone out into the world with the ridiculous amount of confidence that I did. 2.WHAT IS YOUR EDUCATION BACKGROUND/DEGREE? I have a dual degree in Sociology and Drama from Stanford University. 3. FAVORITE ALL SAINTS’ MEMORY? I had the most amazing, weird, and brilliant group of friends. As a result, all of my best memories have to do with studying with them. Finals were always a good time! We’d get together in someone’s den and take over the floor with our papers, pizza, Cheetos and board games. In 86

fact, there is still some bad blood over one particularly intense game of Clue... 4. WHAT DID YOU DO POST COLLEGE GRADUATION? I worked for two years in Washington, D.C., in non-profit theater and then another two years with a start-up business doing live events. I moved back to Fort Worth in February and I’m having a blast working for my dad’s nonprofit, H.O.P.E. Farm, Inc., in development and new program initiatives. 5. WHAT ARE YOU UP TO THESE DAYS? I have a dog, a house and some great new friends. I’m really enjoying re-discovering Fort Worth! 6. WHAT PERSON/EVENT/THING LED YOU TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY? I have had so many amazing experiences and met many amazing people. I think one of the most transformative experiences of my life was my study abroad trip to South Africa where I worked with refugee woman and children, studied theater with high school students in a colored township, vacationed in the South African wine country and learned more about being an American, a black woman and an artist than I ever have before. As a result of my time in South

Africa, I consider myself a global citizen with a global responsibility. In everything that I do, I keep that in mind. 7. WHAT DO YOU WISH SOMEONE HAD TOLD YOU WHILE IN SCHOOL AT ALL SAINTS’? I wasn’t a unicorn, that I wasn’t an exception. I wish I knew that to be young, black, smart, totally weird, almost athletic and completely terrified of teenage boys didn’t make me less of anything, it just made me more of myself. 8. IS THERE A SIGNIFICANT PERSON/ INCIDENT/EXPERIENCE THAT WAS LIFE ALTERING, TAUGHT YOU A LIFE LESSON OR HAS MADE YOU WHO YOU ARE TODAY? I think when it comes to All Saints’, my parents made all of the difference. They sacrificed, they listened, they drove, and they prayed. I am so much a product of my two amazing parents, and I’m very grateful that my dad has an opportunity to continue to share some of the passion that he had for my education with other students during his time on the Board of Trustees at All Saints’. I’ll never know everything that they sacrificed, but I couldn’t be more grateful.

Making the

CONNECTION Just when you think you have it all figured out, you graduate and leave for college. Three All Saints’ seniors wrote questions for three recent alums about their high school to college transition.

By Angela Kornman Ellie Hertel ‘14 FaceTimes Crista Guthrie ‘13

ELLIE HERTEL ’14 TO CRISTA GUTHRIE ‘13 (PICTURED)

What’s something that surprised you about being a musician in college? I knew that being a music major would be very time consuming, and I would really have to manage my time, but I think the reality of it was more surprising. It’s amazing how you forget about simple things like eating and cleaning, and those things take up time, but you HAVE to do those! What does a normal day of college look like for you? Every morning I wake up around 7 (or try to) before my first class, which is usually 9 a.m. or 10:15, and I practice as required of me each day. I go to class, sometimes back-to-back, and then I practice some more or maybe do some homework, depending on the day. I have made some close friends who are musicians and have taken some of my classes before and I get their help on my homework/studies when I’m just hanging 87

out with them, so that’s really nice. It’s definitely important to have close friends like that. I always try to make sure to socialize and crack jokes with people so I don’t become a musical robot. I attempt to eat healthy meals every day and I rely a lot on quick snacks since I’m constantly on the go. I usually get to bed around midnight, sometimes later.

I had not attended All Saints’. I now believe All Saints’ broadened my horizon of possibilities and helped instill an internal drive towards excellence that remains with me to this day. Moreover, All Saints’ did a great job helping me improve my time management, especially when juggling academics, athletics, and social life.

BEN TAYLOR ‘14 TO QUINTON COX ‘12

ALEX PAGE ’14 TO BARRETT TANNER ‘11

What’s one thing that you wish you had done in senior year but didn’t? If anything, I wish I would have been more involved with community service projects and organizations that help with urban city youth. I feel like it is easy to become caught up in your own desires and ambitions and it becomes easy to neglect those who could benefit greatly from a little help. What’s the worst piece of advice about college you ever received? The worst piece of advice came from a friend who told me that I was really smart and that college would be really easy so I should not worry too much about it. Normally, I would never become complacent in terms of my work ethic and putting my best effort into everything that I do, but I guess after a while it becomes easier to believe some of the things people tell you. After some tough lessons learned, never again will I believe that I’m too smart for anything, and I’ll always continue to put my best and honest effort into any endeavor that I pursue, as should you! How did you feel All Saints’ did an exceptional job in preparing you for college? I would not have ended up at a school like Rice if 88

What was the biggest transition for you, moving from high school to college? For me, there were many transitions from high school to college that caught me more off-guard than I expected. One was the adjustment to being 11 hours from home. I was adjusting to a completely new “normal.” Also, while All Saints’ definitely taught me time management, that becomes even more complicated when you go to class for only a couple hours a day and have activities in the evenings, leaving your days to get work done, which is not like it was in high school! How do you feel that your participation in the community service program at All Saints’ affects your service involvement now? I think my involvement in community service program at All Saints’ definitely helped me in establishing my heart to serve. It helped serving become a part of my routine and something that I did all the time, which enhances my desire to give back even more! There were also many relationships I formed through my service opportunities while at All Saints’ that I miss greatly and look forward to working with when I have the opportunity while home for holidays or the summer.

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ARTISTS ATHLETES BASEBALL COW FLAG

TRIVIA! What year was All Saints’ founded?

FLOWER SAINTS SCHOLARS SERVANTS TENNIS

1 2

46 45

35 36 37

4 6

34 32 31 27

43 5 30 18

23 24

16 17 21

Trivia answer: 1951

TOLLING of the Bell AUGUST 23, 2013

Henry Lonsdale Bird Larry Forderhase L. R. “Bob” French, Jr. Sue McGowan Virginia Beggs Anderson Simons Odum James Arthur “Jim” Rainbolt

AUGUST 30, 2013

Christina Mosley Furr ’04 Gloria Tooke Karnes Thomas “Tom” Parrish

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013 Frances Hammit

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013 Jerry Selman Dugan Kenneth Franklin, Sr. James Vincent Jay III Dominique Kouba Nicole K. Lowenberg 90

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 Monica Knight John R. (Bo) Reed Lee Arnold Smith

OCTOBER 18, 2013 Sandra Evans Boyles

OCTOBER 25, 2013 Linda Folsom Truett J. Ford Laurie Groover Mark Hansell

NOVEMBER 15, 2013 David Elston Zada Elston Carl Pannell

DECEMBER 6, 2013 Karen Loyd Clara Magnuson Vernon Parker

The Ewin Bell Tower has tolled in memory of the following lost loved ones. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercies of God, rest in peace. And, may light perpetual shine upon them. Amen.

DECEMBER 13, 2013 Edith Bardy Landen Fournier Ethel Bennett Rehfeldt Jim Smith

JANUARY 10, 2014

Jane Orr Basden Michael Jay Clark Marie Hampton Bobbi Papineau Florence Menino Peloubet

JANUARY 24, 2014

J.T. Brown Stafford “Sonny” M. Page Rudolph “Rudy” M. Pulido, Jr. Betty Brice Ricketson

REMEMBERING Mike Clark

On Friday, December 27, a cherished member of our All Saints’ family for 17 years, Mike Clark, Director of Facilities, passed from this world. His wife, Nancy Clark, our treasured Lower School Division Assistant, and his family were his inspiration, his life and his smile.

“WHEN I THINK OF MIKE, I THINK ABOUT... …his poker face. I’ll never forget when I asked him to check out a Lower School restroom toilet that was flushing so loudly, we could hear it in the hallway. The next day, I received this email from Mike:

Dear King, I have good news to share in that our kingdom is once again safe from the threatening bellows of the horrid beast. Sir Roberto and Sir Luis sallied forth into yon Lower School, bravely entered the lavatory, unsheathed their gilded plungers and attacked the proud and mighty creature hiding in the bowels of the pipes. I am happy to report that our brave knights have purged the urinal dragon from our midst, and peace and quiet may now reign throughout our blessed campus.

Nancy and Mike Clark

...when he would smile and lean on Nancy’s desk saying “It’s Terrific Tuesday” with his dry wit and expression.” DEBRA KOPPELBERGER

...dependable, always ready to help, creative problem solver, a good man.” DAVID MADISON

...his genuine character and the trust he showed me during a very difficult time of my life.”

Faithfully reported, Sir Mike

JIM OSBORNE

Mike will be forever missed.”

...a kind gentleman with a smile that lights up the room.”

TAD BIRD

ROBIN PAGE

…a true cowboy gentleman peppered with wit and wisdom.”

...his new found faith in Jesus Christ and his daily commitment to live that exemplary life style.”

AARON BECK

JOHN FRYE

...respect.”

…a very nice person and a very good and caring boss.”

ROBERTO BERNARDINO

JOSE GAMBOA

…a great man, very intelligent…He will never be forgotten!”

...a man with few words who spoke volumes.”

MIGUEL CERVANTES

...how he showed his retiring predecessor, Clyde Magnuson, such respect during their transition.” JULEIGH DAVENPORT

...his strength of character and fabulous dry sense of humor.” SUSAN DOYLE

LYNN GANT

...a hard working man who was always willing to help out the Middle School.” MIKE GONZALEZ

...our afternoon discussions and laughter; he was more of a jokester than most people realize.” FRANK PENA

...his incredible wit. Adeline: Mike, someone has been playing horseshoes with a toilet seat in the girls’ restroom. Can it be re-attached, please? Mike: To the horse????” ADELINE RODGERS

...a man of few words that experienced and demonstrated his life changing relationship with God, through His miraculous grace.”

...someone who didn’t say much, but if you asked for help, you knew you would receive it, whatever it was.”

RODNEY THOMPSON

SHERI GREENE

MARY TRACY

…his great kindness, patience, wit and unabashed adoration of Nancy.” 91

Spring/Summer Key Dates

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MARCH 26 An Evening with Sedrick Huckaby (pg. 51) MARCH 27 2nd Annual Clay Shoot (pg. 41) APRIL 4 Lights On! Celebration (pg. 75) APRIL 9 2014 Volunteer Fair (pg. 68) APRIL 26 12th Annual All Saints’ Open (pg. 41) MAY 5 The All Saints’ Golf Classic (pg. 41) MAY 17 Commencement JUNE 2 – AUGUST 8 Summer University at All Saints’ (pg. 29) JUNE – JULY Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez Baseball Camps at All Saints’ (pg. 36)