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WITNESSING HISTORY: #SENIORSTAKEDC
SAINTS SWEEP THE STOCK SHOW
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WALKING THE LINE BETWEEN BUSY & BORED
FEATURES 4
WITNESSING HISTORY Seniors Reflect on Inauguration Trip
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MAKING FINANCE PERSONAL
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WALKING THE LINE BETWEEN BUSY AND BORED
Alumnus Antonio Debouse Now with Frost Investment Advisors
Challenges of a Fear-Of-Missing-Out Society
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SAINTS SWEEP THE STOCK SHOW
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CULTURE + CUISINE
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BOOK REVIEW: THE SPIRITUAL CHILD
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SIGHTS ON STANFORD
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ONLINE CATFISHING IS NO JOKE
PTO decorated the LS Dining Hall with photos for Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day on November 18.
Winning the Art Trifecta
Creating Cultural Dining Experiences
LS Head Debra Koppelberger Reviews a NYT Bestseller
Senior Cade Crow Shares His Journey in College Essay
Counselor Laura Dickinson Shares Assistant DA Social Media Tips
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CO-EDITORS
KEIRA MOODY
MEG HASTEN
Director Communications and Marketing
Associate Director Communications and Marketing
FEATURE WRITERS
REVIEWERS
Maddie Comtois ’17 Cade Crow ’17 Antonio Debouse ’09 Laura Dickinson Zach Dobbins ’17 Nola Jean Graham Debra Koppelberger Brent Loving
Emily Balkenbush Aaron Beck Katie Berkovsky ’06 Tad Bird Daniel Carroll Susan Doyle Rosie Fanning Lynn Gant Mike Gonzalez Becky Grimmer Debra Koppelberger Angela Kornman Joey Menendez Yvette Messenger Robin Page Joy Rich Kathi Tiffany Mary Tracy Craig Tredenick Wally Worden
CREATIVE DESIGNER Paradigm Creative
PHOTOGRAPHY Fluxtown Productions Steel Shutter Photography (Cover Story)
Innovate is a semiannual publication of All Saints' Episcopal School.
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Mission All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth promotes academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment and upholds the Anglican tradition of worship.
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.
Tad helps Loda Stafford ’29 with her final accessory before cover photo shoot.
From Tad’s Desk term prospects of better and more appreciable comprehension of our government. Witnessing History is part of this mosaic.
First…drape the tie around the nape of the neck, so the two ends rest below the chin and ensure the right end is approximately 2 inches lower or longer than the left. Bring the right over and under the left and form a firm cinch against the collar. Then, with the now two equal lengths below the neck, fold the right end against itself, horizontally, and take the left end and wrap it over the top of the folded right. Weave it under, tucking it through the small loop. You should now have four small ends emerging from a central knot. Work these ends outward and cinch the knot tighter. The end result is either a complete mess or something resembling a bow tie. Sound complicated? It is. But with practice (and I’ve had a lot of it), the outcome is on point every time. Our cover story of this INNOVATE addresses the challenge we face as educators and parents every day. How do we find the perfect balance of events and activities for our students and children? What is the right number? Which ones? And as Bob Goff says, who wins “the battle for our hearts that is fought on the pages of our calendar?” Of course the answer is complex. But I do know this – when you start to see the right side longer than the left or the knot too tight or too loose, you keep making adjustments. You pay attention. And you keep practicing until you get it right…for that moment anyway. Another feature describes seniors wading into the political waters and having the courage to dive in and help other students understand the importance of the democratic process. Navigating such shoals is difficult on a good day. Providing our students with a particularly unique opportunity to learn increases the long-
Making Finance Personal is not merely a piece about an alumnus making his way in the financial world; it is about a much deeper, lifechanging experience. The impact All Saints’ has had on his career, and his impact on us, is immeasurable. Overcoming challenges and finding his genius within along with way through the guidance and support of teachers, coaches and fellow students is part of this story. And our Lower School Division Head’s exploration of Lisa Miller’s The Spiritual Child is one more reason why we believe All Saints’ provides the right model for developing independent, well-rounded and healthy students. The author cites scientific research that points to the benefits of teaching our children they are part of something much larger than their own surroundings; they are spiritual beings grounded by faith and purpose. The stories and achievements we share are powerful reminders of our Mission and Outcome. In early February at our State of the School event, I shared an interpretation of our Mission: All Saints’ Episcopal School expects a life of purpose and service, by cultivating a curious mind through intellectual rigor and empathy in the Episcopal tradition. Genius within is reflected throughout this and every edition of INNOVATE. I remain quietly proud of ALL our Saints and happily share them with you. Blessings,
Tad Bird Head of School
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WITNESSING HISTORY
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The senior AP Government classes found themselves entrenched in an election cycle that provided unique opportunities for extension and exploration of content beyond the traditional classroom.
by Maddie Comtois ’17 and Zach Dobbins ’17
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Leading up to National Election Day, US AP Government and Digital Journalism students were challenged to develop and execute an All Saints' Mock Election that engaged and educated the entire student body. We had to be creative in finding ways to work with students of all ages and present partyaffiliated material completely devoid of personal bias. Students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 voted directly on The Modern Saint while students in Early Childhood voted by coloring a donkey or elephant that teachers then logged in.
The Modern Saint is the student-run newspaper. Plug in here: themodernsaint.com Maddie: While the younger students might not fully understand the importance of voter turnout or the differing views of the candidates, it is still important that they learn how to be informed citizens. In the future they will be able to contribute and make effective changes to the policies of their country. Zach: I think having conversations about current events is imperative for students and, as a School, we should not limit the time we talk about politics and the issues that our country faces to just when the election is near.
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In addition to educating the student body about the 2016 election, this mock election helped prepare us for our trip to Washington, D.C., in January to witness the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Things we learned and talked about in our AP Government class came to life right before our eyes. We boarded the plane for D.C. on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, four days before the inauguration. As we landed, we were told to assess our own political efficacy and by the end of the week, the hope was that we had enhanced our comprehension of the United States’ governmental system. From political debates, seminars, and even a congressional simulation involving only students, the trip organizers - Close Up - utilized inventive techniques to get students engaged in constructive dialogue. During one of our Close Up workshops, we had the opportunity to debate amongst our classmates (both All Saints’ students and students from around the country) about current political issues. Maddie: My group discussed the issue of whether or not to give a certain amount of funds to schools based on standardized test results. The participating students were from all over the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico, allowing for many different perspectives to surface during our debate. There were public school students, charter school students and private schools students; each had a different view and opinion about school funding. Although it was a challenge, we were encouraged to debate both for and against the given issue, and we appreciated listening to the opinions of those who grew up with different experiences and backgrounds.
Read media coverage of our Mock Election in the Star-Telegram by visiting Star-Telegram.com, or in the Fort Worth Business Press by visiting FortWorthBusiness.com and search "All Saints' Mock Election." When we weren’t talking politics with one another, we were busy moving from one historic location to another. Visiting the new Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture, Arlington Cemetery and the various memorials were deeply sobering affairs. Zach: Visiting Capitol Hill was one of the most impactful experiences I had on this trip. Meeting the staffers of Congresswoman Kay Granger and Senator Ted Cruz and getting to personally ask them questions about the intricacies of their daily work was absolutely surreal. During the inauguration week, D.C. was alive with people of all different social and political backgrounds. You could feel the energy that was running through each individual as the date of the inauguration drew nearer. In the streets, you could find ardent Trump supporters, peaceful and not-so-peaceful protesters, observers, and even locals, trying to carry on with business as usual without getting too involved in the craziness of the week.
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This was an historical election and it was worth every bit of the seven hours we spent standing out in the cold that morning to see it happen, to witness the peaceful transfer of power from one president to the next. Maddie: Being at the inauguration reminded me of how real and effective our government is, and it has inspired me to continue learning more about my country and its role alongside the other nations of the world. Zach: The peaceful transition of power is one of the greatest concepts afforded to us by our founding fathers, and its symbolic representation of unity is incredible to behold. From the collective ensemble of patriotic music that filled the frosty air, to the excitement that seemed to be teeming from the crowd, the atmosphere was unlike any event I have ever attended; I knew I was witnessing history first-hand. We are incredibly thankful to have participated in this truly unique and robust experience, one we will remember for the rest of our lives. The memories aren’t the only takeaway, though. We feel a deeper connection to our government and desire to become more politically active and informed individuals.
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Ann Baldwin, US Government teacher, has taken more than 100 students to D.C. to witness three presidential inaugurations.
DON’T CUT MY GREAT MOMENT SHORT. Watch my story: aseschool.org/GreatMoments
ANNUAL FUND 2016 2017 The Annual Fund for All Saints’ Episcopal School
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MAKING FINANCE PERSONAL
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by Antonio Debouse ’09
I came to San Antonio in 2013 to attend Trinity University but I stayed for the breakfast tacos. I currently work at Frost Investment Advisors, a whollyowned subsidiary of Cullen/Frost Bank, as a Fixed Income Analyst. My team is responsible for investing client money into fixed income assets such as debt-based investments (i.e. loans, mortgages, etc.). Fixed-income assets provide investors a return in the form of fixed periodic payments and an eventual return of money loaned at maturity. Like stocks, we want to sell at a higher price than we bought the investments, but we also want to deliver our clients a good fixed periodic payment over time.
Every day in the office allows me to find patterns and connections and chase the answer to the question, “Why?” It is a constant challenge given the dynamics of financial markets because they involve so much human behavior. Every number from a financial statement is the result of a human decision. The revenue of a company is because a human has made the decision to purchase their product or service over the alternatives. The expenses are created from how management decides to market, create, and deliver their products or services. The interest a company might pay tells how management decided to finance the company. I enjoy interpreting actions through numbers, but finance is about human behavior.
the past several years.
When I reflect back on my time at All Saints’, I recognize that it wasn’t too long ago when I was wearing that uniform. It is the excellence demanded in the classroom that sets the example for what is demanded in the real world. The family and community built around sports created lifelong bonds that continue to grow today. To me, a successful journey is one that paved more opportunities for others and is filled with strong relationships formed along the way.
People work hard for their money and trust us with investing for their future goals. I use stress as my gauge with how comfortable I am with making a decision; the more stress I feel, the more analysis I do.
Debouse graduated from All Saints’ in 2009 and matriculated to Trinity University in San Antonio, graduating in 2013 with a double major in finance and economics.
We run several actively managed funds, and one in particular has performed in the top 1 percentile of its peer group for
It is an earned privilege to have these responsibilities.
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This weeklong celebration included mums, a pep rally, bonfire, costume contests and an Upper School dance. Homecoming Week culminated with a Family Picnic, Hill Gliding, Booster Burgers and the announcement of the Homecoming Court during halftime at the football game.
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1. MS and US Choirs, 80 members in all, performed an 8-part a cappella arrangement of the national anthem before kickoff 2. Homecoming Queen and King, Brianna Vinson '17 and Thurman Hogan '17 3. Eloise Crawford '31
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EMILY PILLOTON SEPTEMBER 29-30 The Honors College Scholar-in-Residence Series welcomed Emily Pilloton, designer, builder, educator and founder of Project H Design. She conducted workshops with MS and US students about the power of harnessing smart design in all areas of study, discussed applying the design thinking approach to global studies with Honors College students and met with faculty on incorporating design thinking into every classroom. Pilloton also presented “Design Thinking in Education and Life� during a special evening event for our community. 1. Blair and Reid Boydstun with their children, Luke and Ruthie
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BLESSING OF THE PETS OCTOBER 4 This annual Anglican tradition commemorated St. Francis of Assisi Day and was a time when our chaplains offer a special blessing over pets big and small. 1. Fillomena Santarelli '30 2. Luke Smelley '23 3. Harrison Balch '28
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ROCK & ROLL OCTOBER 6 This evening of fun, food, drinks, prizes, and a fast-paced Jeopardystyle grilling of four teams of parents, faculty, and staff was hosted by FAME. Audience members were encouraged to dress like rockers and to participate in intermission frivolities. 1. Patrick Keehan, Merry Milliken and Brad Clark as ZZ Top
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LIL’ MONSTER MARKET OCTOBER 28 All Saints’ got in the Halloween spirit with an EC and LS pumpkin decorating contest, a pumpkin patch and a market full of silly tricks and sweet treats. 1. Mackenzie Rizzotto's Fourth Grade class
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ALL SAINTS’ DAY NOVEMBER 1 The Eucharist service is held annually on the day closest to November 1 and honors all faithful Saints, as well as those individuals who have contributed outstanding service to the School community. This year, we honored Iris and Ardon Moore. 1. Fr. Mel Bridge, Dr. Tad Bird, Ardon and Iris Moore, Staley Hawkins Moore and Tucker Moore '07
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NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY LUNCHEON NOVEMBER 17 All Saints’ honored Kelly and Jeff Dillard during the 2016 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon in Fort Worth.
GRANDPARENTS’ & SPECIAL FRIENDS’ DAY NOVEMBER 18
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This particular day on campus allowed for grandparents and special friends of K-8 students to participate in a (half) day in the life of a Saint which includes a Book Fair, class time and distinctive Chapel services. 1. Francisco Rosado '27 and Sonsoles Rosado '28 with father, David Rosado 2. Isabella Rojas '29 with grandparents, Kendall and Henry Rojas 3. Anne Delk '24 with grandparents, Delores and Richard Quevedo
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ADVENT LESSONS AND CAROLS DECEMBER 5 During this traditional Anglican service leading up to the Christmas season, lessons were alternated with instrumental, congregational and choral music provided by students and faculty/staff. Lower, Middle and Upper School students participated as readers, musicians and in the choir. This is the only service of worship at School where an offering is received, and this year $1,402 was given, which our priests designated to benefit the US Disaster Fund of Episcopal Relief and Development. Spring 2017
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MONDAY, MAY 1, 2017 HAWKS CREEK GOLF CLUB
1:00 P.M. SHOTGUN START 5:00 P.M. PARTY ON THE PATIO
Featuring Live Music and Auction
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A L L S A I N T S ’ A L U M N I A S S O C I AT I O N P R E S E N T S
SATURDAY MAY 6
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WALKING THE LINE BETWEEN BUSY AND BORED by Meg Hasten Associate Director, Communications and Marketing
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Cover Saint: Loda Stafford '29
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SOME EVENINGS ARE FOR CHASING LADYBUGS AND EXPLORING IMAGINARY KINGDOMS IN THE BACKYARD. IT SEEMS, THOUGH, THAT THE SHORT EVENING HOURS UNTIL BEDTIME ARE USUALLY FILLED BY THE EXHAUSTING PACE OF EVERYDAY LIFE. OUR CALENDARS OVERFLOW WITH COMMITMENTS YET WE STILL WORRY THAT WE’RE NOT DOING ENOUGH. Immersed in a fear-of-missing-out society, anxiety is exacerbated by social media that demands we share our busy-ness with the world every step of the way. The to-do list is long and we’re constantly behind as we obsess over self-improvement. And without even thinking about it, the cycle continues as we project these standards and the corresponding hurriedness onto our children. “The battle for our hearts is fought on the pages of our calendar,” Bob Goff, author of the New York Times Best-Selling book, Love Does, reminds us. We rush the kids to ballet, to soccer and to piano. We want them to experiment with lots of activities so they can find their passion, their gift. But are all these activities providing valuable experiences or are they preventing our kids from just being kids?
THE BENEFITS The advantages of after-school activities are not limited to the obvious acquisition of technical proficiencies like hitting a ball or playing piano. These activities can also develop necessary and powerful non-cognitive skills that a child needs in order to be more well-rounded and prepared for life. Children learn resilience when they fail and try again; they learn time management as they juggle school and other commitments; they learn self-discipline and conflict resolution; depending on the activity, they may learn about their own physical limitations and potential, as well as the impact of wellness.
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“Whether it’s sports, dance, theater or science, these activities can give kids another arena to demonstrate competence and mastery, which is important for their self-esteem and identity development— especially for kids who might be struggling in school,” according to Harry Kimball from the Child Mind Institute. For older kids, after-school activities can serve a critical role as protection against more dangerous activities — particularly if parents are busy at work or with other children. For middle and high school students, the hour or two after school is the highest risk time for dangerous behaviors like substance abuse, because it’s the largest chunk of time when kids are unmonitored. Understandably, with schools around the country cutting after-school activities due to budget deficits, parents are seeking
“The battle for our hearts is fought on the pages of our calendar” - BOB GOFF more enrichment for their student than the traditional educational environment can offer. Plus, exposure to multiple types of activities can certainly help children explore themselves and what arena they might want to focus on later.
ALL SAINTS’ CO-CURRICULAR & EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES LEADERSHIP 15+ FINE ARTS: 15+ SPORTS: 20+ AND SPECIAL STRENGTH & INTEREST: CONDITIONING
PIANO CHESS CLUB 2D STUDIO ART
CLUB MUSIC THEORY BASEBALL CODING CUM LAUDE SOCIETY
CROSS COUNTRY DANCE COMPANY YEARBOOK DEBATE TEAM WRESTLING DIGITAL JOURNALISM
GOLF LACROSSE
HONORS COLLEGE HONOR COUNCIL FILMMAKING IMPROV CLUB TECHNICAL THEATER
LATIN CLUB JAZZ/ROCK
JUNIOR HONORS THESIS
NATIONAL JUNIOR ENSEMBLE FIELD HOCKEY HONOR SOCIETY FOUNDATIONS OF ART FOOTBALL RIFLE TEAM PERCUSSION
CLUB BASKETBALL ROBOTICS ROCKETRY CLUB
SOCCER
SAILING TEAM
SOLAR CAR TEAM
CHOIR LAB BAND
STUDENT DIGITAL SOFTBALL AMBASSADORS CHEERLEADING STUDENT FACULTY PHOTOGRAPHY
STUDY SWIMMING BIBLE STUDENT LEADERSHIP
DRAMA MUSICAL THEATRE TENNIS TRACK & FIELD TERTULIA CLUB BALLET VOLLEYBALL WHIZ QUIZ ADVISORY COMMITTEE
STUDENT COUNCIL
WEB (WELCOME EVERY BODY)
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THE DRAWBACKS While it’s tempting to try to expose children to as many enriching opportunities as possible, the upward trend of scheduling the majority of a child’s day focuses on activity and achievement, not on character development and interpersonal relationships. It sends the message to the child that he/she is in constant need of improvement. Unscheduled time with family, without goals or plans, is key to character development because those are the times children are more likely to wonder about the world and ask questions, according to Alvin Rosenfeld, author of The Overscheduled Child. Particularly in the early years of a child’s life, organized activities can limit the time he/she needs developmentally for independent play. Research overwhelmingly supports providing children extensive unstructured time for exploring their own imaginations through play. Time on the playground and time playing with friends and/or siblings requires demanding cognitive processes and helps them learn about forgiveness, compromise, patience and empathy within the context of interpersonal relationships. They learn how to enjoy the company of themselves and others without the mediation of a specific task or taskgiver. A child learns to be creative and solve problems independently. In fact, many studies show that children don’t see significant gain from any organized activity before age 6 or 7. If they are too young to understand the rules, are they simply too young?
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“It’s easy to say children need to wander unsupervised in the neighborhood inventing their own activities, but we live in the 21st century, not a Beverly Cleary novel.” - BRUCE FEILER As overscheduled children grow, they are more likely to complain of boredom because they have become reliant on having their activities dictate their time usage. They are also significantly more likely to experience early burnout in activities they might have otherwise pursued further. In the past 20 years, the number of children who participate in organized youth sports has doubled, yet the number of teens who try out for their high school’s sports team has reached an all-time low. “We see it in early adolescence, kids are bored from these once-beloved activities because it’s no longer fun for them; they’ve been playing for so long,” says David Elkind, Ph.D., professor of child development at Tufts University and author of The Hurried Child.
THE PRESSURE TO FILL A RÉSUMÉ In an increasingly competitive academic environment, a common motivation for keeping kids in multiple activities is to help them stand out on a college application. But we’re seeing a shift in higher education “qualifications” from quantity to quality.
“What [colleges are] really looking for are applicants who are well rounded and have focus. You can see they are pursuing a goal and they really like what they are doing,” Dr. Susan Newman, a social psychologist and author of The Case for the Only Child, says. “And not just dipping their hand in this and that and the next thing so they can fill out more lines on the application.” Yale and MIT, along with nearly a dozen other schools, have reduced the number of slots for applicants to fill in extracurricular activities. Instead, they are asking about how a student has invested in a few impactful opportunities. Jeff Brenzel, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Yale University, is frequently asked if students should focus on one activity or paint a broad brush with many. His answer is always the same. “The important thing is are you getting something out of it,” explains Brenzel. “Are you enjoying it? Are you learning how to do it better? Has it taken you some places that you wouldn’t otherwise have gone? If so, you’re fine, because that’s what you’re going to talk about in one of your college essays.”
STANFORD UNIVERSITY: CHALLENGE SUCCESS
All Saints’ has partnered with Stanford University to assess student perspectives on homework, extracurricular activities, sleep, physical health, stress, parent expectations, academic engagement, academic integrity and teacher support.
THE TIDES OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE Let’s address the omnipresent cell phone in the room. The escalation of and access to technology has greatly impacted how our children play. “It’s easy to say children need to wander unsupervised in the neighborhood inventing their own activities, but we live in the 21st century, not a Beverly Cleary novel,” notes Bruce Feiler, New York Times writer. Our neighbors are no longer keeping a collective eye on the kids riding their bikes in the neighborhood; instead, they’re binge-watching on Netflix or scrolling on their phone. For that matter, kids no longer desire the freedom to explore their neighborhood on their bike anyway; they want alone time in their rooms for Snapchat and YouTube. That’s not to mention the fact that we likely can’t even name more than one or two neighbors to begin with. Of course we don’t let our kids loose on the streets. Our homes, our computers, are much “safer” and more familiar places to roam.
And while some children are overscheduled relative to their appetites for organized activities, the average participation level is about five to seven hours a week. Compare that to the average time spent using various screens for social media or entertainment — more than seven hours per day! — and you can start to glimpse perspective. Research by psychologist Joseph Mahoney of Yale University has documented that only 6 percent of teens are considered overscheduled, engaging in more than twenty hours of organized activities per week.
THE BALANCE Every family and every kid is going to have their own threshold for determining how much is too much when it comes to extra activities. When having those conversations, here are some questions to consider: • Is the motivation for the activity coming from the parent or from the child? • What kind of message is the parent sending about the activities? The parent’s attitude should focus on enjoyment rather than achievement. • Consider priorities: Can the child still finish homework, get 8+ hours of sleep each night, be a part of the family and hang out with friends? • Remember the Yale mentality: Is the child having fun? Is the child learning something? CNN writer, Josh Levs, brings all the anxiety back into perspective. “It isn’t about a search for the perfect activities. My role as a parent is to help guide my kids to that good place. And there are plenty of ways to get there.”
“It isn't about a search for the perfect activities. My role as a parent is to help guide my kids to that good place. And there are plenty of ways to get there.” - JOSH LEVS
WORRIED YOUR KID MIGHT BE OVERSCHEDULED OR STRESSED? TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES. EARLY CHILDHOOD: Division Head Classroom Teachers School Nurse Clergy
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GOOD READS
The Over-Scheduled Child by Alvin Rosenfeld and Nicole Wise The Overscheduled Child Myth, John Cloud, TIME Magazine Over-Scheduled Andrew by Ashley Spires (Children’s Book) Beyond Measure by Vicki Abeles
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Saints Sweep the Stock Show by Nola Jean Graham US Art Educator
Star-Telegram Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Art Contest individual winners: Arden Johnson ’18, Grand Champion; Izy Logan ’19, 2nd place; Vicky Arenas ’17, 6th place; and, Cori Greenfield ’17, 3rd place.
And…“The Grand Champion art piece is Prince Charming, a mixed media color pencil pastel drawing created by Arden Johnson, from All Saints’ Episcopal School Fort Worth!” In that moment, on January 7, Arden Johnson ’18 joined an elite group of Grand Champion winners in the StarTelegram Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Art Contest. She received a $3,000 scholarship plus $7,000 in auction income, four rodeo tickets, a Grand Champion belt buckle and recognition during the rodeo performance on Saturday evening, January 21. Out of more than a thousand entries submitted by artists in the community, judges – professional artists – selected Prince Charming based on artistic merit, creativity and the expression of the theme and subject matter. Three other of our artists placed in the top seven individual art entry contest slots. Second place went to Izy Logan ’19 for her pastel drawing, Sun Kissed Princess, earning her a $1,500 scholarship and $2,000 in auction income; third place was Cori Greenfield ’17 for her color pencil drawing, Breaking Light, earning her a $l,000 scholarship plus $1,700 auction income; and, sixth place went to Vicky Arenas ’17 for her color pencil drawing, Mane in the USA. In addition, since this year’s classes are overflowing with so much talent, I entered a variety of media, techniques
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and styles, including pencil, color pencil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel and mixed media into the Classroom Division. And we were all thrilled to hear that All Saints’ Episcopal School was named Grand Champion High School! Honoree artists are: Brittany Barham ’17, Anna Honeycutt ’17, Lily Li ’18, Caitlin Parsley ’18, Lauren Richardson ’19, Victoria Rosinia ’18, Emma Speaker ’17 and Anna Tinsdale ’19. Our Art Department received $1,000 and a rotating trophy to proudly display. My classroom philosophy is that ownership of proficiency in technique and an understanding of media and style allow an artist to explore freely. I don’t emphasize technical perfection; rather, I prefer to guide the artist on a journey of personal expression through visual art. Our Art Department is vertically aligned to encourage students of all ages to problem solve artistic challenges and take risks with their art. Providing opportunities to explore media, styles and techniques in an accepting and collaborative environment, supporting artists with positive motivation and confidence, and encouraging individualism – that’s what I see our role as Art educators is at All Saints’. There is no better feeling than when I see the look on a student’s face that says, “This is mine, and it is good.”
Grand Champion: Prince Charming by Arden Johnson ’18
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2nd Place: Sun Kissed Princess by Izy Logan ’19
3rd Place: Breaking Light by Cori Greenfield ’17
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6th Place: Mane in the USA by Vicky Arenas ’17
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CULTURE + CUISINE by Brent Loving SAGE Dining Service Director
Since partnering with All Saints’ back in 2013, we’ve been serving our students scratch and batch meals using fresh products and produce sourced from local vendors and even from the campus RANGE. But not only are we focused on the health and wellness of our students, we want their dining experience to be a highlight of their day. That’s when we decided to create “cultural dining” experiences as a way for students to learn about different cultures by tasting authentic dishes. Tom Sovik, this year’s FAME President and parent to Sabina ’29 and Everett ’29, stepped in with an idea to provide entertainment to round out the cultural experience. He immediately thought of musicians who study at UNT where he is a senior faculty member in the Division of Music History, Theory and Ethnomusicology. Our first cultural dining experience was last spring – an Italy-inspired dining experience. We crafted an authentic Italian menu with homemade pastas and fresh vegetables. It wasn’t a stretch for our students to embrace the meal; more than anything, they loved the thematic spin on lunchtime. And Tom brought in UNT opera singers to perform an Italian aria. Then in October, we orchestrated two cultural dining experiences. The first was a Mexican event in the Upper School Dining Hall which included musical entertainment from a 12-piece UNT Mariachi Band. And the second, an African-inspired lunch in both Dining Halls. Students were eager to taste dishes many hadn’t been exposed to before. They particularly liked the Jamaican Jerk chicken and Jollof rice. The biggest hit, however, was the UNT African Percussion Ensemble. Next in the lineup? Indian-inspired cuisine accompanied by classical Sitar, followed by CentralEuropean fare complete with a Czech brass band coming from Europe for a 10-city tour of Texas. For videos and more, visit aseschool.org/SAGE.
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Gideon Alorwoyie (far left), Director of the UNT African Percussion Ensemble and High Priest of the Ewe Tribe in Ghana, Africa.
Tunisian Harissa-Crusted Beef
Beef and Chicken Fajitas
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Moroccan Chicken with Lemon and Olives
TaquerĂa Taco Bar with Fresh Cilantro and Lime
Lemon-Garlic Broccoli
South African Chakalaka
Borracho Beans
Parmesan-Roasted Potatoes
West African Jollof Rice
Fiesta Rice
Italian Herb Carrots
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Pesto Chicken Linguine with Fresh Parmesan
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Enjoying the view at Homecoming on September 23, 2016.
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Book Review: The Spiritual Child Debra Koppelberger, Head of Lower School, continued the family book talk series this fall and provided her insight on The New York Times bestseller, The Spiritual Child: the New Science on Parenting for Health and Lifelong Thriving, by Dr. Lisa Miller.
by Debra Koppelberger Head of Lower School
I chose this book based on the scientific research regarding the benefits of teaching our children to know they are a part of something larger. Acknowledging children’s natural spiritual qualities is a key component in developing our children as independent, well-rounded individuals, and is also directly related to the child’s overall health, according to Miller, a clinical psychologist. For instance, children with an active faith are 40% less likely to use and abuse substances, and 60% less likely to be depressed as teenagers. By giving your child a foundation of faith and sharing your spiritual journey, Miller asserts that you are giving him or her the reassurance that they, too, have the ability to navigate their own spiritual journey (pg. 336). Discussion of God’s role in our lives, as well as in the world around us, grounds each of us in faith and purpose, and is a cornerstone of the unique All Saints’ experience. Miller shares research and practical advice for parents and educators on each phase of a person’s life, from birth to adulthood. As children navigate different phases, the most critical task for us as educators or parents is building a support system for them that is steady and present. Research shows the benefits of connection and togetherness on a biological level and also points to an invaluable need for a child to have time to unplug, think and explore. She reminds us that mindfulness, and the time to nurture it, is needed regardless of age. This was another terrific opportunity for Lower School and Early Childhood parents to share their collective wisdom, as well as build community among each other. We look forward to gathering this spring and continuing our conversation around how to best support one another as we guide our children’s growth and development.
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STUDENT NEWS
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STUDENT NEWS
SENIORS WITH MERIT
Caleb Albritton, Coby Vida and Brittany Zak were recently elevated from National Merit Semifinalist to Finalist status. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the names of approximately 15,000 Finalists nationwide. They will compete for more than $33 million in scholarship awards this spring. Additionally, Cade Crow, Grace Evans, Amanda Hartmann and Sean-Michael Pigéon were recognized as National Merit Commended students. Sean-Michael also was named a National Hispanic Recognition Scholar.
NATHAN DAY 2016
In honor and memory of Nathan Lin ’26, LS students designated September 16 as “Nathan Day.” Students and faculty throughout campus wore spirit wear of Nathan’s favorite teams – TCU and Texas Rangers. Following a special Chapel service where Father Mel Bridge blessed the book, I Wonder What You Do on Your First Day in Heaven, LS Division Head Debra Koppelberger read it to the third grade.
Nathan Day 2016
Choir, and US students, Grace Evans, ’17 and Claire Luig ’20, were named to the All-Region Treble Choir.
SPREADING WARMTH IN THE COMMUNITY
Trinity Arts Guild Awards
TRINITY ARTS GUILD AWARDS
US artists were awarded last December in the Trinity Arts Guild Art Contest. Lauren Richardson’s ‘19 Ballet Shoes earned the Tenth Grade Drawing Award, and Mary Frances Burnette ‘18 received an honorable mention in the Eleventh Grade category.
SINGING PRAISE
This fall, five choir members were honored by the Texas Private School Music Educators Association (TPSMEA). MS students, Simonne Sanders ’21, Jack Dixon ’21 and Sofia Siratt ’21, were selected for the Middle School Honor
All Saints’ Project Empathy (founded by the Middle School) generated a mountain of support last December. Students from Early Childhood through Upper School donated a total of 1,731 blankets, coats, gloves, hats and scarves to the Presbyterian Night Shelter.
AUSSIE HORNED FROG
The traveling basketball team from Australia’s Barker College boarding school came to Fort Worth in December to experience a day in the life at All Saints’ and to play our basketball team that night. Before the game, TCU welcomed Barker Junior, Ben Fakira, to the TCU campus and presented him with a scholarship.
AEROSPACE INSPIRATION Students in US 3D Design class were invited to visit Lockheed Martin last November to learn from 3D design and fabrication experts in the aerospace industry. The majority of their visit was studying an Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing 3D metal printer, which uses powdered metal and electron beams to print prototypes and parts for Lockheed.
Aerospace Inspiration
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SPC Champions
SPC CHAMPIONS
Varsity Saints continue to carry the title of SPC Football Champions. This is our seventh total SPC Football title, the fourth in five years. Last November, the Saints beat (Houston) Episcopal High School 57-39 in the SPC 4A Football Championship held in Austin. Stands were packed with All Saints’ fans – about 300 students and adults – who came out to support our Saints. For much of the second half, All Saints’ continued on a 33-12 scoring run, which was capped by a game-clinching interception and return for a touchdown by All Saints’ junior, Caleb Silvia ’18. QB Shaun Taylor ’18 finished the game with 384 yards and 3 touchdowns and was named Ford Player of the Week. All Saints' finished the season as the highest ranked private school in the state, regardless of classifications.
CHESS SUCCESS
All Saints’ hosted a K-12 chess tournament in October for 22 area teams. Out of 183 participants, these students earned recognition for their masterful play: MS-HS U1000 – Jack Delk ’20, Hayden Siratt ’20, Andrew Allen ’18, Ryan Pannell ’21; K-6 Open – Anne Delk ’24, K-6 U500 – Sam Siratt ’25; K-3 Open – Liam Galvin ’27; K-3
SENIOR PHILANTHROPY PROJECT
This year’s Senior Philanthropy Project, funded by Once Upon A Time…, inspired the Class of 2017 to research charitable organizations and allocate a total of $9,400 to Alzheimer’s Association, Camp Run-A-Muck, Ronald McDonald House and Union Gospel Mission.
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Chess Success
U500 – Jett Aikin ’27, Joaquin Chavez ’28, Cruz Jackson ’26, Marcella Cable ’28, Henry Carnahan ’28; K-6 Unrated – Francisco Rosado ’27, Randol Thompson ’27, Ivan Jones ’26, Petra Pipinich ’26, Jackson Cross ’27, Stockton Clemons ’27, Ford Keehan ’27, Ryder Wilson ’26, Reese Wilson ’28, Andrew Kuper ’25; 7-12 Unrated – Andrew Heath ’20, Griffin Minick ’22.
STUDENT NEWS
ATPI Awards
ATPI AWARDS
US Digital Photography students were awarded in the Association of Texas Photography Instructors Fall 2016 Photography Contest. Out of 6,500 entries, five All Saints’ students placed in genre-specific categories – Parker Boyce ‘18 (trees), Tony Pirrone ‘17, Rebecka Smith ‘18 and Grace Wilson ‘18.
WRESTLING TO THE TOP
Hunter Balk ’19, All Saints’ 138lb wrestler, won the Southern States qualifier in September. That propelled him to the Super 32 tournament (largest pre-season tourney in the country) in North Carolina, where he finished in the top 16.
COMMUNITY HELPING COMMUNITY
Sixty MS and US students, parents and teachers volunteered in October to support Feed My Starving Children’s mission. With other volunteers, they hand packed and boxed 34,344 meals including rice, soy, dried vegetables and vitamins to be shipped to the neediest communities in the world. This will feed 94 children for an entire year.
Cheers for All-American
CHEERS FOR ALL-AMERICAN Junior Varsity cheerleaders earned two 1st place trophies at their camp this past August. Brooklynn Floyd ’20 was also selected as a UCA All-American and performed in the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Houston.
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National Signing Day
NATIONAL SIGNING DAY
Four Senior athletes committed to play athletics at the collegiate level on February 1. It is a testament to their success in the classroom as well as on the field. Hudson Bearden signed to play Lacrosse at Jacksonville University in Florida (other offers include Hofstra University, Mount St. Mary’s University, Rollins College, Southwestern University and Depauw University); Denver Bush signed to play Football at Rhodes College in Tennessee (other offers include Sewanee, Trinity University and the University of New England); Max Cummins signed to play Football at The University of Texas (other offers include University of Connecticut, University of Houston, Baylor University, Dartmouth College, Columbia University and Brown University); and Corynne Hammit signed to play Field Hockey at Davidson College in North Carolina (interest from others include Washington & Lee University, Colgate University, Missouri State University and Hofstra University).
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GOING THE DISTANCE
MS Cross Country runner Kalee Mays ’22 won the 2016 7th & 8th Grade Girls Cross Country Championship in the fall with a time of 13:43.
GOVERNMENT GOALS
Following Avery Allen’s ’17 session last summer with Girls State program in Texas where she studied Government with 600 other rising senior females in Texas, she was asked to join their staff this summer.
Advent Art
ADVENT ART
This fall, Digital Art students submitted art to the University of North Texas to be considered for marketing the school’s tour of its second International Festival of Czech Music. Art by Grace Margaret Berndt ’18 was selected and was used in branding the tour across Texas and even Europe. Tom Sovik, father of Sabina ’25 and Everett ’29 and employee of All Saints’ and UNT, was integral in creating the festival and bringing the opportunity to our students.
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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.
Cade Crow ’17 fishing at age 7 in hometown of Combine, Texas
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SIGHTS ON STANFORD
SENIOR, CADE CROW SHARES HIS JOURNEY IN COLLEGE ESSAY (EXCERPT OF ONE OF FIVE ESSAYS SUBMITTED)
by Cade Crow '17 It isn’t often that a kid from a one stoplight town makes the history books, but I would like a shot. As early as I can remember, I have always been told that I am ambitious. I grew up in Combine where my days were spent riding with my dad on a tractor, playing sports, and spending time at Granny Jessie Mae’s house. I went to a large rural middle school in a nearby city and I honestly loved every day I spent there. I focused my efforts in school and basketball, training every day in hopes of playing in college. Not many students would leave a community where they were one of the best athletes, had a lot of friends and a top GPA. I was thankful for all that I had, but knew that the only way to access better opportunities and elevate my efforts would be to take on greater challenges in my life, and so I eventually transferred to a college preparatory high school. One of the most treasured blessings in my life was finding All Saints’. For the first time in my life I felt truly challenged by my teachers and excited by my education. I quickly fell in love with and grew passionate about learning and dove headlong into as many meaningful co- and extracurricular opportunities as I could. On the Solar
Car team, I was as transformed by the fascinating things I learned about welding and physics as the incredible students and teachers I worked alongside. This experience was accompanied by an unforgettable biodiversity research trip through Operation Wallacea and innumerable other events and activities along the way. The fulfillment and joy that I found in participating in such academic endeavors was something that I had never experienced before. After many hours of prayer and deliberation, I came to understand what I am called to do. I once believed that my path to personal greatness would center around basketball, but after years of self-discovery and maturation, I now realize that I do not want to dedicate my life to something that is self-serving. The biodiversity research opened my eyes to how crucial conservation is and just how much damage we have done to our world. Our condition requires a solution, which I will be a part of through electrical engineering, something that has long fascinated me. I want to improve energy acquisition and consumption through invention, innovation, or discovery that will benefit all people. I believe that my experiences in life have made me persistent, insightful, and adaptable. I want to attend a university where I will be surrounded by innovative and eager students like me - where my passions will be embraced, my desires met, and I will be prepared to change the world in positive ways that I cannot yet imagine.
CROW'S US CAREER STATS
• 5 AP Courses • National Merit Commended • Varsity Basketball Senior Captain, Co-Founder of Sailing Club • Solar Car Team Senior Captain • Community Service Prefect, Co-Founder of i4, a non-profit to help teenagers inspire one another to make change in their community • Attending Stanford University in Fall 2017; planning to double major in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences Spring 2017
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by Laura Dickinson MS/US Counselor
What could be more important than our children’s safety? As parents, from the time they are born, we spend countless hours and dollars ensuring that our children are safe. Child locks, safety latches, car seats and pool covers. On Thursday, February 2, Art Clayton, Tarrant County Assistant District Attorney, volunteered his time to speak with our MS students about a different type of safety: online.
STUDENT TOP 5 TAKE-AWAYS
1. D on’t communicate with someone online that you have never been close enough to smell their breath 2. D on’t post pictures in your school uniform or athletic gear 3. B eware of “catfishing;” people are not always who they say they are online 4. D on’t take your phone into the restroom or to bed at home; this helps eliminate the temptation to take and send a picture you might regret 5. S et your privacy settings as high as possible; avoid “tagging” because people can access your pictures through other people’s accounts
PARENT TOP 5 TAKE-AWAYS
1. M onitor electronic devices and child usage 24/7; check out PCMag.com – Best Parental Control Software 2017 2. K eep electronic devices in parent bedrooms charging overnight 3. 3 0% of teens have sent or received a “sext” 4. A dolescent brains need to be technology free for 1-2 hours before bed 5. T wo popular apps to watch for: KIK (number 1 app used by child molesters) and FLIRT (no filters or identity protection)
Art Clayton led in with why he is passionate about educating young teens about social media and internet safety. Not only does his profession make him privy to individuals misusing the internet, his oldest child had a classmate in middle school years ago who committed suicide from online bullying. Clayton shared openly about how his family worked through this and other challenges presented by online activities. He emphasized “catfishing” – the action of luring someone into a relationship by using a fictional online persona – as a risk our students are exposed to every day. Clayton gave eye-opening stories of catfishing locally and across the nation. Most of these involved adult male registered sex-offenders luring students of middle school age. He shared the statistic that three out of every ten boys and seven out of every ten girls will be approached sexually online by someone they do not know. As Clayton brought awareness to our students, they realized poor choices online can lead to many life altering ramifications. They could potentially be approached by others who are out to harm them, share a picture that is not kept private, or even worse, share a picture of someone else that ultimately leaves them in serious legal trouble. Clayton taught our students that some choices online can haunt you forever, negatively affecting relationships and even college and career choices. Clayton then asked two students who were connected via Instagram to help him demonstrate the vulnerability of unsecured profiles. The first student had all available privacy measures in place; the second had not. In a matter of minutes, Clayton identified links to five other students in the room connected to the student with an unsecured profile. The student with privacy measures in place had protected not only himself but others linked to him. We know that social media and online interaction is an integral part of Generation Z’s identity. Our role as educators and parents is to help create a safe infrastructure for them to operate within, especially in years when they are still developing fundamental emotional and social skills. Art Clayton reminded our MS students on February 2 that there is a world out there, much bigger than All Saints’, for which they need to be aware and manage their digital presence accordingly.
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FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION NEWS
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FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION NEWS
Joan Breshears with Finn Wilson '18
Josephine Michael Gonzalez
MILESTONES 10 YEARS Wilson Anniversary
Joan Breshears marks ten years of commitment to All Saints' by supporting faculty and staff through substitute teaching.
FAMILY NEWS ANNIVERSARIES Barclay Wilson, Sixth Grade Science, and her husband, Greg, celebrated 20 years of marriage on October 19.
BIRTHS Mike Gonzalez and wife, Cynthia, welcomed fourth grandchild, Josephine Michael Gonzalez, on October 17. Meg Hasten, Associate Director of Communications and Marketing, and her husband, Jay, welcomed son, Tucker Lee Hasten, on October 10. Tucker joins big brothers, Davisson ’30 and Sam. Tucker Lee Hasten
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Georgie Burt '30 with First Edition of Goodnight All Saints’
Morales Cover Story
IN THE COMMUNITY The Kindergarten Class of 2030 is the first to receive Goodnight All Saints’, created and written by Meg Hasten, Associate Director of Communications and Marketing, and illustrated by Julie Grant, MS Art. Watch for future editions on sale at The 51 Campus Store! Vanessa Morales, Second Grade, was featured on the cover of December’s West FW Lifestyle magazine for the inspiration she’s provided others through her fitness blogs. See full article: http://www.westfwlifestyle.com/2016/12/09/a-healthierlife-one-day-at-a-time. Third Grade Math/Art Published Third Grade was featured last November in National Association of Independent Schools’ (NAIS) Inspiration Lab website for their math/art work celebrating Russian painter, Wassily Kandinsky (1866-1944). Students used his Several Circles (1926) as a springboard to exploring characteristics of a circle, including radius, diameter, and circumference. See full article: http://inspirationlab.org/story/8486. Jennifer Albritton (Second Grade), Mike Albritton (US Academic Dean), Amanda Harris (LS Library), Autumn Rosser (Kindergarten) and Julie Yater (Kindergarten) traveled to Belize in the fall to serve on an educational mission trip. They presented a Daily 5 workshop to the teachers and administrators at Holy Cross Anglican School. In addition, Amanda worked with the librarian on organization strategies for her library, while the others made word work games for the teachers to use in their classrooms.
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Belize Mission Trip
HONORING DR. BILL FANNING
Alumni Board President, April Hahnfeld Gwin ‘02, presented Dr. Fanning with a special gift on behalf of the Dr. Fanning Society at the Homecoming game. To his surprise, he was given an All Saints’ football jersey with the official, retired number #86 - the year in which he began his career at All Saints’. The Dr. Fanning Society is named in honor of our beloved Dr. Bill Fanning, Upper School History Teacher and one of the remaining founding members of the Upper School. Dr. Fanning has given back to his students in the classroom and on the sidelines consistently for over 30 years. Alumni who have given to the Annual Fund each year for more than three years are inducted into the Society. Spring 2017
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Olivia Ryan Waldrop
CLASS NOTES ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
ALUMNI OFFICE
Katie Berkovsky ’06 Alumni and Parent Relations Manager KatieBerkovsky@aseschool.org
1990
Class Rep: Kirk Coleman kcole1@aol.com
1991
Class Rep: Holland Walsh walshholland@yahoo.com
1992
Class Rep: David Madison dmadison@swaes.org
1993
Class Rep: Laura Dickinson lauradickinson@aseschool.org
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To submit information for Class Notes or to get more involved with the Alumni Association, please contact your Class Rep or the Alumni Office.
1994
Class Rep: Susie Purselley Thompson susiepthompson@yahoo.com Susie Purselley Thompson (right) and Skylar Sutton Champion ‘01 (left) currently work for Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate – one of the top residential brokerages in Dallas. Skylar is in the Lakewood office, and Susie is in the Highland Park office.
CLASS NOTES
1995
Class Rep: Kellie (Ott) Bullinger kjbullinger@hotmail.com
Caroline Stouffer Brown and husband, Will, welcomed a daughter, Audrey McAfee (picture bottom left), on October 14, 2016. Audrey joins big sister Margaret, who loves having a baby sister.
1996
2001
Class Rep: Julie King-Henry jchrking@gmail.com
Class Rep: Jared Harwell jrod1632@yahoo.com
1997
2002
1998
Nolan Bradshaw and wife, Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04, welcomed their second son, Brooks Southard (picture bottom right), on December 14, 2016. Brooks joins big brother Raleigh (2).
Danielle Terrier Reagan and husband, Drew, welcomed a son, Knox Douglas on November 9, 2016. Knox joins big sister Abby (5) and Becca (7).
Erin Hughens Neely and husband, Brandon, are expecting a third child in April 2017. The newest addition will join twin siblings, Ella Jane and Jackson (2).
DT Richardson and wife, Lindsay, welcomed a daughter, Ivy Jane, on October 21, 2016.
Class Rep: Kelley Berkovsky Burt kellburt@hotmail.com
Class Rep: Sloan Cranz jsloancranz@gmail.com
Class Rep: Britt Darwin-Looney brittdl@gmail.com
1999
Class Rep needed! Contact the Alumni Office for more information. Lindsay Bond Griffin and husband, R Jay, are expecting their second son in June 2017. Soon-to-be big brother, Quin (2), is thrilled. Sean Byrne and wife, Haley, welcomed their second daughter, Carson Claire, on November 15, 2016. Carson joins big sister Conley (2).
2000
Class Rep: Regan Shoemaker Burdett regan_burdett@hotmail.com
Audrey McAfee Brown
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Jonathan Wesley ‘Wes’ Hadden Blair Uberman married David Dietrich of Fort Worth on January 14, 2017, at Canyonwood Ridge in Dripping Springs. Sister, Courtney Uberman Scull '11 served as maid of honor.
been inseparable ever since. Mrs. McCoy was also at the wedding. Honorary wedding party included Christina Mosley Furr ‘04, who would have been her Co-Matron of Honor.
2003
2005
2004
Drew Ambrose graduated Cum Laude from Indiana University Maurer School of Law in May 2016. He passed the Illinois bar this summer and, in September, began clerking for Chief Judge Nancy Vaidik on the Indiana Court of Appeals. He will be sitting for the Indiana bar exam in February.
Class Rep: Jordan Harwell Hawkins jordan.harwell@gmail.com
Class Rep: Katy Walker MissKEWalker@gmail.com Whitney Moore Brown and husband, Taylor, are expecting their first child, a baby girl this spring.
Class Rep: Kristen Berry kristen.c.berry@gmail.com
Walker/Rush Wedding
Scottie Dunham Culpepper and husband, Ryan, welcomed daughter, Sophie Malone on September 22, 2016. Maggie Derdeyn Hadden and husband, Jon, welcomed son, Jonathan Wesley ‘Wes’ (picture top right) on August 27, 2016. Katy Walker married Matt Rush on October 29, 2016 (picture right). Kate Young Roddy ‘04 served as Matron on Honor. The two met their first day of Kindergarten in Mrs. McCoy’s class and have 50 | INNOVATE Spring 2017
Veronica Williams Dummit and husband, Chas ‘06, welcomed their second daughter, Kress Kathleen, on November 24, 2016. Kress joins big sister Behlen (1). Amber Ross Halbur and husband, Zach, welcomed son, Matthew James on November 29, 2016.
2006
Class Rep: Hollis Kent hollisfk@gmail.com
Colby Baskin, and wife, Raegan, welcomed son William Colby Jr. on November 21, 2016. William Colby Jr. joins big sister Vivian (2).
CLASS NOTES
Eliot Davenport is at Harvard Divinity School earning a Master of Theological Studies specializing in Comparative Hindu and Christian Theology and Sanskrit with the intention of pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field.
Travis Moore was awarded the law enforcement Purple Heart for injury sustained in the line of duty for the Amarillo, Texas Police Department (picture right). Corey Waldrop and wife, Meg, welcomed daughter, Olivia Ryan on November 20, 2016 (picture page 48). Olivia joins big sister Embry Elizabeth (2). Hollis Kent got engaged to Joseph Webb on November 20, 2016.
Garrett Isom married Jason Gomez on November 5, 2016 in Grapevine, Texas. The wedding party included Katie Berkovsky ‘06.
Sarah Everett LanCarte of Transwestern has been selected as one of the Top 20 in Their 20’s by the Fort Worth Business Press.
The Class of 2006 celebrated their 10-year reunion at Joe T. Garcias.
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Kassabian/Reid Wedding
Amy/Ruffle Engagement
2007
Class Rep: Staley Hawkins Moore staleyhawkins@gmail.com Jordan Amy got engaged to Erika Ruffle on December 31, 2016 (picture top left).
Berry/Byrd Wedding
Kendall Berry married Patrick Byrd of Longview, Texas, on December 23, 2016 (picture left). The bridal party included: Kristen Berry ‘05, Samantha Berry ‘11, Annette Berry ‘13, Addie McGraw Bowen ‘07, Madi Shoppa Davis ‘07, Staley Hawkins Moore ‘07, Callie Tennison Jennings ‘07 and Allie Kobs Turney ‘07. Riley Gill got engaged to Lai-Sin Ley (picture bottom left). The couple will marry in May 2017. Kathy Kassabian married Zane Reid on June 25, 2016 (picture top right).
2008
Class Rep: Sarah Kelley sarah.kelley@tcu.edu
2009 Gill/Ley Engagement
Class Rep: Chelsea Harrison chelseabelleharrison@gmail.com
2010 Class Rep: Claire O’Connor oconnorclairep@gmail.com
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Courtney Uberman married Casey Scull on July, 23, 2016 (picture page 53). The bridal party included Courtney’s sister and maid of honor, Blair Uberman Dietrich ‘02, as well as Kelly Donovan ’11 and Victoria Lee ‘11. Courtney’s brother, Eric Uberman ‘06, served as a groomsman.
2012
Class Rep: Christina Ewin christinaewin@me.com
2013
Class Rep: Emma Grace Laird emmagracelaird@yahoo.com Crista Guthrie, a senior at Brigham Young UniversityIdaho, joined a violin and piano music group called 92 Keys (picture page 53). They recently filmed 6 music videos in Idaho. To learn more about her journey and to listen to her music, visit 92keys.com.
2014
Class Rep: Alex Page apage96@gmail.com
2015
Class Rep: Larkin Rich larksrich@gmail.com
2016
Class Rep: Jack Brockermeyer jbrockermeyer@gmail.com
CLASS NOTES
Crista Guthrie
Uberman/Scull Wedding
FOREVER SAINTS
Janice Thomas, Kelly Ann Ewin and Melissa McLaughlin
MIX, MINGLE & JINGLE The 7th annual Mix, Mingle & Jingle Christmas Party was hosted at the home of Megan and Victor Boschini on November 29. The Boschinis' beautiful home, the shared hospitality of the Forever Saints Steering Committee and a great turnout (and largest to date - 190!) all combined to create the perfect celebration. Matt McLaughlin and Mark Thomas
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HOMECOMING 2016 We welcomed Saints home on September 23 for the 25th Homecoming festivities: a happy hour at the home of Hollis Kent ’06, a Family Picnic – including face painting, popsicles, bubbles and bounce houses – and the Homecoming football game complete with Hill Gliding and fireworks at halftime.
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CLASS NOTES
Pull for the Legacy. 5TH ANNUAL CLAY SHOOT THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2017 1:00 p.m., Team Ranch
Join us for the 5th Annual Clay Shoot hosted by the All Saints’ Alumni Association on Thursday, April 27 at Team Ranch. The event is open to all parents, alumni, parents of alumni and friends of the School; anyone 21 years of age or older is welcome! The format features Chris Ryan’s Retriever Sporting Clays, raffle prizes, a catered meal and adult beverages following the Clay Shoot. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the Kent Henning Alumni Scholarship and Endowment Fund, which awards financial assistance to a deserving current student or prospective student who is a child of an alumni and who might not otherwise be able to attend All Saints’ without additional financial assistance. Visit aseschool.org/ClayShoot to register and view sponsorship opportunities. Spring 2017
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FANTASTIC FLEUR
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TOLLING OF THE BELL May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercies of God, rest in peace. And, may light perpetual shine upon them. Amen.
AUGUST 26, 2016 Richard “Reg” Edward Goodchild SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 Barbara McSwain Cox James Allen Pettit Thorndike Dudley Howe III SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 Grace Hulsey Wynell Nettleton Klutts Bill McCoy Stanley Williams SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 William Clinton Brazle Marilyn Ann Miller Paulus James “Jim” Clark Terrell, Jr. Robert Harrison Thomas, Jr. OCTOBER 14, 2016 T.Z. Hamm Robert Lee Carson, Jr. Carole Ann Pierce Simmons OCTOBER 21, 2016 Fernando Escobar Sara Galligan Francine Hoelscher Halfmann Edward Foster, Sr. Frank P. Talley, Jr. OCTOBER 28, 2016 Ruth McCoy Cheatham C. Harold Brown Carmen Saucedo Job NOVEMBER 4, 2016 Gentjan “Genti” Behaj Muriel Gunn Havran Jettie Lee Autry Nina Maria Korth Cole Sheila French Kelley
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DECEMBER 2, 2016 George Marshall Young, Sr. Edward Allen Childress Philip Allen Talamantes, Jr. DECEMBER 9, 2016 Jean Justin Watts Clara “Precious” Wilson Joe Pitts Ross JANUARY 6, 2017 Mary Jo Halbirt Hume Cofer Janice Brandon Huffman Harold Mayfield Balch, Jr. JANUARY 13, 2017 Leslie Kintner Nutt Danny Dean Cole JANUARY 20, 2017 Kevin Scott Tilley Florence “Mabel” Parks Ellise “Puddin” Brown Turner Mary Chalk Wheat JANUARY 27, 2017 William Scherer John Gray FEBRUARY 3, 2017 Nicole “Nikki” Lynn Lester Blahitka Marie Lowrance Laing FEBRUARY 17, 2017 Wayman “Sam” Burgess Marianne Brants Carol Harper Travis
ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
2016-2017 Board of Trustees OFFICERS
RICK MERRILL
PAULA BROCKWAY
RUSTY REID
President
Vice President
Vice President
KYLE POULSON
BRAD WALLACE
TOMMY MILLER
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Andrea Halbach The Rev. Christopher Jambor Bob Jameson Matt Johnson Craig Kelly H. Peter Ku Matt McLaughlin Matt Mildren Mark Paukune Gary Randle Janie Rector
Maurie Reynolds Natalie Richardson Ramsay Slugg Whit Smith Sallie Trotter Cheryl Vinson Brad Wallace George M. Young Jr.
TRUSTEES Wendy Barron Stephanie Brentlinger Lance Byrd Richard Chowning Brad Clark Brad Corbett Jr. Jeff Dillard Wende Dwyer-Johnsen Jim Garnett Kori Green April Hahnfeld Gwin ’02
TRUSTEES EMERITUS Richard Bourland Bob Simpson
Tad Bird, Head of School
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