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Dear Cape Henry Community, Recently, we enjoyed a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction for our new 40,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Science and Technology Center. Six weeks later, our students and adults gathered for an exhilarating “Topping off Ceremony”. Those who joined in the placement of the student-autographed, crowning steel beam watched in amazement as it was connected and secured to a very deep concrete base. We all marveled at the progress and acknowledged that the foundation was well built and will support Cape Henry programs for generations to come. This special event signaled the completion of the first phase of construction and highlighted the promise of exceptional educational opportunities for our students. While reaching this exciting and very visible construction milestone is important, we all know that the true meaning of building foundations in education can only be found in the quality of instruction offered in the classroom, on the stage, and on the playing fields. Such important, student-centered foundations are built one lesson at a time in a day-to-day progression that strengthens over time and ranks well above the qualities of steel and concrete. At Cape Henry, our teachers build solid, lifelong foundations of success; foundations that will last a lifetime. They do this by enriching the educational environments and by instilling the love of learning through their superior instruction in class and their leadership in social activities such as Fall Festival, Grandparents’ Day, Field Day, holiday programs, and many more. Because of our teachers, Cape Henry students are learning the value of family and community through activities such as Spirit Week, Nexus, student elections, senior speeches, concerts, plays, peer leadership efforts, school-wide pep rallies, and important assemblies that teach the values of a relevant life. These lessons will serve them well as they grow even stronger with each new experience. As you know, the Cape Henry community is developing one of the most advanced Prekindergarten through Twelfth Grade science and technology centers in the country. Yet, as the excitement builds and construction proceeds, our many talented teachers currently assisting in the project have not lost sight of what Cape Henry has done so well for so many years; these teachers continue to provide our young learners with the most solid foundations for life – a meaningful education that is second to none. Of course, we will have many opportunities to acknowledge our many supporters as we proceed with the construction of our giant “Science Project.” In the meantime, please join me in thanking our resident construction professionals - our wonderfully talented teachers - for all they do for our students each hour of every day.
We are Building Foundations at Cape Henry…
2006-2007 Board of Trustees Board Officers Mr. James H. Sparks Chair Dr. John P. Lewis Head of School/President Mr. Scot N. Creech Vice Chair Mrs. Linda W. Cross Vice Chair Mrs. Katherine C. Willis Secretary Mrs. Mary H. McNeal Treasurer
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In This Issue Cape Henry Welcomes New Trustees ———————————— 2 Laying the Groundwork for Success— ————————
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Trustees Mrs. Suzanne Reigel Breit Mr. Edwin C. Brooks RDML Nevin P. Carr, Jr. Mr. Reginald C. Corinaldi Mr. Dennis M. Ellmer Mr. William H. Fuller, Jr. Mr. Michael R. Gianascoli '89 Mr. Gregory H. Law Mr. Jerry F. McDonnell Mr. Craig L. Mytelka Mr. John C. Napolitano Mr. J. Christopher Perry '92 Congressman Owen B. Pickett Mrs. Katherine C. Willis
Ex-Officio Members Mrs. Leslie Quisenberry
President, 2006-2008 Cape Henry Parents’ Association
First Day of School, Spirit Week, and Halloween — —— 10 Families and Friends Enjoy the Fall Festival — ——————— 12 What We Love About Cape Henry— —————————— 14 Nexus News: Lower School Goes Global —————————— 17
Mr. Pete F. McCoy '88
President, 2005-2007 Alumni Association Board of Directors
Founders & Trustees Emeriti Mr. W. Cecil Carpenter* Mr. John P. Edmondson* Mr. Andrew S. Fine Mr. L. Renshaw Fortier Mrs. Dow S. Grones* Mr. Benjamin Huger, II Mrs. Grace Olin Jordan* Mr. Bernard W. McCray, Jr. Mr. James R. McKenry Mr. Arthur Peregoff* Mr. George G. Phillips, Jr.
Mr. James P. Sadler* Mr. William J. Vaughan* Mrs. Anne Dickson Jordan Waldrop
Headmasters Emeriti Dr. W. Hugh Moomaw Mr. Daniel P. Richardson
2006-2007 Alumni Association Board of Directors Board Officers Mr. Pete F. McCoy '88
CHCS Welcomes New Faculty— ——————————— 17 Academic Accolades——————————————————— 18 Coming to a Computer Near You——————————— 20 Student and Faculty Accomplishments——————————— 21 Fall Athletic Report———————————————— 26 Head of School Visits to D.C. and Richmond— ——————— 28 Class of 1986’s 20-Year Reunion— —————————— 29 Alumni Feature: Ros Willis '82— ————————————— 30 Alumni Notes ——————————————————— 31
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Board Members Mr. Mike R. Gianascoli '89 Mr. Repp H. Lambert, II '89 Mr. J. Christopher Perry '92
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2006-2007 Parents’ Association Executive Board Mrs. Leslie Quisenberry, President Mrs. Alaida Melley, First Vice President Mrs. Nancy Cole, Second Vice President Mrs. Laura Putney, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Berkley Wheeler, Recording Secretary Mrs. Kim Wheeler, Past President
Mrs. Joanne Capria, Lower School Representative Mrs. Julie Perry, Lower School Representative Mrs. Bridget Breitenberg, Middle School Representative Mrs. Linda Serpe, Middle School Representative Mrs. Lee Bergen, Upper School Representative Mrs. Meg Zoretic, Upper School Representative
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Mr. John C. Napolitano was elected to a first, three-year term of service (2006-2009) on the CHCS Board of Trustees. As President of the Cape Henry Parents’ Association, Mrs. Leslie Quisenberry also serves on the Board as an ex-officio Trustee for a two-year term (2006-2008).
Mr. John C. Napolitano– ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– A life-long resident of Virginia Beach, John graduated from First Colonial High School in 1978. After receiving a degree in political science in 1983 from Lynchburg College, John completed the Graduate Builder Institute. In 1987, the educational arm of the National Association of Home Builders and the Home Builders Association of Virginia. As Senior Vice President of Napolitano Enterprises, Inc., John is a second-generation home builder, with over 23 years of experience in working on land-use and environmental issues at the local and state levels. He has also been involved within the housing industry on home warranty programs, workers compensation insurance, and other related issues. John has also devoted much of his spare time to numerous community service projects. John and his wife, Wendy, have two children enrolled at CHCS: Samantha, Grade 7, and John, Grade 5.
Mrs. Leslie Quisenberry–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– After graduating from Booker T. Washington High School in 1977, Leslie attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VPI) where she graduated with a B.S. degree in marketing management. She was employed by Landmark Communications in their Specialty Publications Division for six years where she began her career and held the positions of Sales Representative, Sales Development Manager, and Advertising Director. Business pursuits took her to Washington, D. C., where she worked for Spirit Cruises, Inc., a national operation with ships in ten U. S. cities. She was employed as Sales Director for the Spirit of Washington and Spirit of Mt. Vernon, two six-hundred passenger pleasure boats. Leslie returned home to Virginia Beach where she owned a small advertising business for a number of years before marrying Steven and retiring from the work force to be a stay-at-home mother to her daughter, Jessie, now in the Third Grade at Cape Henry.
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aying the Groundwork for Success Ceremonial Groundbreaking– ––––––––––––––– The stage has been set between The Perry Library and The Sims Lower School building for the new 40,000 square-foot state-of-the-art Science and Technology Center. During the late summer, the construction area was fenced off, materials and equipment were brought in, and much of the foundation was begun. The Ceremonial Groundbreaking took place on Friday, August 25. Following brief remarks by Chairman of the Board of Trustees Mr. James H. Sparks, Dr. John P. Lewis, and Mrs. Julie Scherrer, the attentive First Grade student Reilly Perry audience cheered as shovels of earth were turned by three representatives shared his enthusiasm. of the Student Council Associations, and a representative from each of the major donors’ families. Founders, friends of the School, business partners, donors, parents, faculty, and students were in attendance. Through generous support from all of the School’s constituents, $5.5 million was raised in a two-year period which allowed this groundbreaking to take place. With the building taking roughly 12 months to complete, the goal is to raise another $1 million to fully outfit the building, which will bring the total raised to $6.5 million. This is an extremely exciting milestone in the life of Cape Henry. Not only will this facility enhance our students’ education by boosting the science and technology programs in all three Schools, but aesthetically, its presence will complete the campus master plan.
Trustees and Former Trustees: Mr. Keith Hathaway, Mr. Chris Perry '92, Mrs. Suzanne Reigel Breit, Congressman Owen B. Pickett, Mr. Scot Creech, Mr. Jim Sparks, Mrs. Leslie Quesenberry, Mrs. Kim Wheeler, Mr. Michael Gianascoli '89 , Mr. Craig Mytelka, Mrs. Maureen Olivieri, and Dr. John Lewis.
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Signing the Beam and the Topping Off Ceremony ––––––––––––––– A Topping Off Ceremony is a time-honored tradition that marks the completion of the first stage of construction, which is typically the framing of the building. The last beam to be placed in the roof section is usually signed, and an evergreen tree and American flag are attached to the beam. The beam is then hoisted to its final resting place, and the tree and flag remain until the roof is attached. In keeping with tradition, students, teachers, staff, parents, board members, volunteers, and friends were invited to sign a freshly painted steel beam that was accessible to them for several days. That signed beam was then placed atop the new building in a Topping Off Ceremony signifying the completion of the first stage of construction and was enthusiastically witnessed by our students, faculty, and guests. Former CHCS Trustee Mrs. Wendy Sims stops by Cape Henry to sign the beam.
Donors to the Science and Technology Building through November 15, 2006
The Prekindergarten students autographed the beam with purple thumb prints. Between classes, Lower, Middle, and Upper School students and faculty could be seen sharing pens and excitement for the signing.
Anonymous (5) Anonymous in honor of past and present Lower School faculty Anonymous in honor of Anne Dickson Jordan Waldrop Anonymous in memory of James T. Stooksbury Amerigroup Charitable Foundation, Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Zoretic Mr. and Mrs. E. Leigh Armistead The Ballet Studio Bayside Associates, Cheryl and Dennis Weber Annie and Chris Beale Beazley Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Stephan A. Bennis Donna and Skip Brehm Mrs. Suzanne R. and Mr. Jeffrey A. Breit Mr. and Mrs. Ned Brooks Mrs. April and Mr. David P. G. Cameron III William M. Camp Foundation Cape Henry Parents’ Association Mr. and Mrs. Robert Capria RDML and Mrs. Nevin P. Carr, Jr. Carolyn and John Castleberry Dr. and Mrs. Scott K. Clark Mrs. Pamela J. and Mr. George B. Clarke IV The Cole Family Mr. and Mrs. Daniel R. Cooper Ann and Robert Copeland Robin and Todd Copeland Angela Mercer and Reginald Corinaldi Mr. and Mrs. Scot N. Creech Dr. and Mrs. Lance B. Davlin Mr. and Mrs. Kevin A. DiBona '85 The Dreyfus Family Foundation The Ellmer Family The Fain Family Fund, The Virginia Beach Foundation June and Terry Forehand Precilla and William Fuller Connie and Dudley Fulton in honor of D. Chandler Fulton '01, Alexandra H. Fulton '05, Whitney F. Fulton '05 Gateway Bank Bob Gaylord and Family The Gianascoli Foundation Ms. Deborah L. Yost and Mr. Robert J. Haddad Jared Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Constantine J. Karides
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Debbie and Don Keeling and Matt Mervis Floyd E. Kellam, Jr. Family Fund, The Virginia Beach Foundation Chris and Mark Kelly The Law Family Dr. and Mrs. Michael E. Lee Mrs. Catherine and Dr. John P. Lewis Mrs. Grace M. Limroth '84 and Mr. David M. Limroth Mr. and Mrs. Jerry F. McDonnell Dorris W. McNeal Fund, The Norfolk Foundation Ms. Mary H. McNeal The Melley Family Dr. and Mrs. W. Hugh Moomaw Dr. Brian P. Murray Meg and Craig Mytelka The Napolitano Family Foundation Dabney and Fred Napolitano Wendy and John Napolitano Richard E. Olivieri Family Foundation The Patricia and Douglas Perry Foundation Mrs. Julie A. and Mr. Thomas A. Perry, Jr. The Pinnacle Group, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony B. Jernigan Mr. and Mrs. T. Reid Pocock, Jr. Leslie and Steve Quisenberry Michelle and Kevin Riggins Sage Dining Services, Inc. Russell, Brian, Debbie, and Chris Sanders Mrs. Julie W. and Mr. Kevin P. Scherrer Wendy and Kevin Sims in memory of Nancy and Jim Leitch Karen and Jim Sparks and Family B. M. Stanton Foundation Sterling Meadows Farm, Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Thacker TowneBank Foundation Kim and Jon Wheeler Martha and Bennie R. Wiley, Jr. Katherine and Ros Willis ‘82 and Mary Jane and W. Earl Willis in honor of Lucy and Clay Willis and Janet Holden Mr. Josiah H. Woodington, III Mr. and Mrs. Christos M. Xystros
Fourth Grade students at the signing. In front: Hannah Foster and Ashley Mickens. Front row: Taylor Thibault, Lindsay Tompkins, Cole Hierholzer, Blake Gershon, Leif Hauge, Jr., Emilee Vanderwerff, Rhianne Cofer, Lucy Willis, Morgan Lane, and Sam Cobb. Back row: Caroline Albert, Lily Burroughs, Tommy DiBona, Susan Donaldson, Korey McCammon, and Hunter Clarke. Teachers: Nancy Lim, Laurie Moncure, and Elaine Galanides.
Katie Atherton, Lane Turner, and Max Joynes not only autograph the “Topping Off” beam, but Dr. Lewis’s hard hat, as well. Up she goes with the traditional evergreen and American flag.
Employee Donors Mrs. Julie W. Levine Dr. John P. Lewis Ms. Wendy L. Lewis Mrs. Nancy C. Lim Mr. Sammie L. Logan, Jr. Mrs. Karen C. Mason Ms. Alice B. Meredith Mrs. Nancy B. Moye Mrs. Susan S. Mulvey Mr. Ernest A. Nilsen Mrs. Lesley L. O’Brien Mrs. Linda L. Overstreet Mrs. Carol J. Parker Ms. Pamela A. Parker Mrs. Randy M. Pike Mr. Thomas E. Rodgers Mrs. Debbie K. Sanders Mrs. Julie W. Scherrer Mrs. Judy K. Snider Mrs. Katherine J. Temme Mrs. Margaret H. Thornton Mrs. Carolyn F. Turner Ms. Marguerite Ulmer Mr. August Vanderwerff Mr. Brian T. Walker ‘95 Mr. Jeffrey B. Warden Mrs. Shannon Whitney Mrs. Vicki M. Wicher Mr. Douglas S. Wine
Mr. David Peffley of Trane Norfolk Sales District Commercial Systems Group, and CHCS Trustee Mr. Michael Gianiscoli of Gee’s Group wait for the Topping Off Ceremony to begin. www.capehenry.org
Ms. Beverley L. Almond Mrs. Linda M. Bawcom Mrs. Karen L. Bennis Mr. David P. G. Cameron, III Mrs. Leslie F. Chavez Mrs. Kelly M. Christianson Mr. Erik P. Cofer Mr. Mark R. Cunningham Mrs. Kristen L. Dodzik Mrs. Debra Duffy Mrs. Joan G. Efird Mr. Edward C. Faubert Mrs. Valetta H. Fellenbaum Mrs. Diane W. Fields Mr. Terry W. Forehand Ms. Michelle L. Frasher Ms. Dana C. Geczi Ms. Judith L. Godsey Mrs. Gilda L. Goldner Mrs. Laura J. Grady Mr. Michael A. Green Mrs. Leesa M. Hannah Ms. Judy Howard Mrs. Arlene P. Ingram Mr. John A. Ingram, Jr. Mrs. Helen C. Johnson Mrs. Carol H. Kerbin Mr. James C. Kerbin Mrs. Jennifer L. Kreinheder
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Thrilled to share in the excitement with their grandchildren, grandparents filled the halls and classrooms of The Sims Lower School. Each year, the Lower School students host a Grandparents’ Day celebration to honor their loved ones and to show off their school. It is always a day filled with stories, love, hugs, and smiles. Many grandparents appear regularly on campus throughout the year, volunteering around campus, but many make a special trip from out of town just to share this “grand day” with their grandchildren. Here are some of the Lower School students with their grandparents and special friends.
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Carleigh Saunders, Laura Lattacher, Emily Levy, and Brooke Ainslie.
Alex and Wayne Simon.
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In early October, Dr. Jack Lewis and the Cape Henry Board of Trustees hosted a reception at the Princess Anne Country Club to honor donors who gave at the Leadership Level during the 2005-2006 Annual Giving Campaign. Thank you to all of our supporters for helping us exceed our goal in 2005-2006.
Mrs. Deb Parnigoni and Mrs. Joanne Davlin.
Dr. John P. Lewis, Mrs. Cathy Lewis, Mrs. Julie Scherrer, with pianist and Cape Henry senior Marguerite McNeal who entertained the guests. Mrs. Diane Grubiak, Mrs. Karen Sparks, Mrs. Mary Vance, and Mr. John Grubiak.
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Dr, John Lewis and Mr. Craig Mytelka thank Mr. Steve McNolty, (center) representing Gateway Bank, for Gateway’s generous contribution to the Annual Fund. Two student speakers for the evening, Anna Hirschbiel and Scott Saal, with their proud mothers, Mrs. Susan Hirschbiel and Mrs. Jane Saal.
Leadership Level Reception Mrs. Pat Perry and Mr. Craig Mytelka.
2006-2007 Annual Giving Campaign
Booster Club President Cheney Cole
Last year, our Annual Giving campaign reached record breaking levels in the amount of dollars raised for the benefit of our students. Our goal this year is to maintain our dollar levels, while also increasing our level of participation. Last year, 53% of our parents participated in the Annual Giving Campaign. Our goal for 2006-2007 is to increase our parent participation rate to 65%. We can do it, with your help! Please, if you have not already done so, consider making a gift, at any level, and joining the hundreds of families investing in our children’s education and future! Contact Mr. Larry Ward, Annual Giving Coordinator, with any questions you may have, (757) 963-8241.
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2006-2007 Cape Henry Parents’ Association Executive Board
Leslie Quisenberry President
Alaida Melley First Vice President
Nancy Cole Second Vice President
Laura Putney Corresponding Secretary
Berkley Wheeler Recording Secretary
Linda Serpe Middle School Representative
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First Day of School Some of the best images of the year always come from the First Day of School. Memories are made of such things!
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Spirit Week and Halloween Middle and Upper School Spirit Week is always enjoyed by all as students dress according to different themes throughout the week.
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HALLOWEEN The last day of Spirit Week is dedicated to Halloween. There were parades, contests, and demonstration of tremendous school spirit and energy all through the grades.
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Each fall as the air turns cool and the leaves begin to blush, CHPA hosts its annual Fall Festival. Started in the 1960s as “The Happening,” the Fall Festival has grown into a huge family event, complete with games, face painting, food, cake walk, scarecrow making, the Book Barn, crafts, and much more! This year’s Fall Festival was Saturday, October 21, and was held in and around the Alfred T. Taylor Field House. A special thank you to the Fall Festival Co-Chairs Laurie Cooper and Tammy Dail '80 and numerous parent volunteers, and congratulations to all the clubs and organizations that worked so hard at planning, organizing, and supporting this fantastic, fun-filled day. The groups were able to earn an unprecedented amount of money that will be used to support their programs and goals for the entire year! Olivia Ayala, Ashley Meers, and Amy Angelopoulos.
Bernadette Alcaraz, Laurie Cooper, Bari Roistacher, and Tammy Dail '80.
Coach Chris McGarrity takes a turn at the dunking booth.
Grandparent and staff member, Mr. Charlie Woodward, having fun at Fall Festival.
Brittany Wood and Sarah Afify selling hamburgers and French fries for the junior class.
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Christina Breitenberg-Scavuzzo, Emily Burke, Jamie Mandell, and Maeghan O’Brien.
Ryan Russell gives the surf simulator a try.
Dr. Lewis visits with Dr. Alan Wagner and Ros '82 and Katherine Willis at the Alumni Tent. Brianna Gomez and Carter Chittenden.
Meghan Roe '04 and Jeff Kent.
Mr. Dave Cameron with Eric and Tory Weinstein Cash '92 and their son, Ethan.
Eric '94 and Lesleyanne Mulkey with son, Keegan, and Keegan’s godfather, Burt Burroughs '94.
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Erin Scherrer, Lindsay, Brooke, and Carolyn Castleberry.
The fourth annual rACE at the Cape was also held Saturday, October 21 with over 233 registered participants – 190 in the 5K and 43 in the one mile. It was a tremendous success for the ACE club and great fun for all of the participants. A special thank you to the many volunteers, and committee members Diane Brooks, Dale Browning, Georgiana Butler, Betsy Goode, Sherry Celesia, and Ms. Alice Meredith. Thank you also to the rACE at the Cape sponsors and contributors, Monarch Bank, Final Kick Sports, the Keeling and Mervis Family, the Evans Family, the Sparks Family, and The Brooks Family Spirit Store.
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Co-Chair Ms. Alice Meredith surrounded by Angel Richardson, Shelby Evans, Morgan Pearman, Katie Pawlowski, and Kelsey Pick.
Ms. Laura Lechler’s Field hockey team supported the rACE.
What We Our students’ awareness of their global connection… Peggy Kellermeyer says, “What do we love about Cape Henry? Meeting all of the international families, especially the Greenop Family.” Doug and Will Kellermeyer (Eighth and Sixth Grades) had a chance to visit their good friends, Harriet and Christopher (Kit) Greenop, in Belgium. Doug and Kit met at CHCS in First Grade and have been friends ever since. While in Brussels, Doug had a chance to visit Kit’s International School where many classes are taught in French. The boys saw trenches from World War I, learned about Belgium Kit Greenop, Doug Kellermeyer, customs, and really enjoyed the Mary Beth Greenop, and Will Kellermeyer enjoying hot chocolate chocolate!
About Cape Henry Our families welcoming others into our community… Precilla Fuller says she loves, “meeting and welcoming new families into our community at the annual African-American Back-to-School Cookout.” Well-known actor Michael Beach joined Precilla and Kalisa Fuller (Third Grade) and Erin Scherrer (Fourth Grade) for this photo at a picnic welcoming new families to Cape Henry Collegiate School this past August. Mr. Beach whom you may have seen in films such as Waiting to Exhale and Soul Food, or in one of his recent TV roles on ER or Third Watch, was attending the event as a friend of Dwight and Angela Freeman.
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Our students strengthening the future for the less fortunate and for themselves…
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Since 2003, junior Ally Brooks has been involved with a summer program known as Rustic Pathways, a summer camp program in Costa Rica dedicated to fun, education, community service, and the “world experience.” In addition to engaging in sports and outdoor activities, Ally has taught English, painted, helped prepare the town of Caña Negro for a visit from a major political figure, and cooked for the La Paz annual Sugar Cane Festival. She also took Spanish lessons daily and lived with a non-English speaking family. Recently, Ally was nominated as a “Star Alumni” by the leaders of the Rustic Pathways program. Along with their nomination of Ally was a statement that read, “Nominated students are individuals who have exhibited the enthusiasm, maturity, heart, balance, and intensity we feel makes a great Rustic Pathways participant.” Parents Michele and Ned Brooks said, “Cape Henry played a large part in preparing Ally for these kinds of life-experiences, especially when the first visit unaccompanied to Costa Rica was at the age of 14.” They feel the mission of the organization which states in part, “… to build a cultural bridge that leads to greater global understanding and cooperation” very much mirrors CHCS’s and the Nexus program’s missions. Ally Brooks with her “Little Sister” in La Paz, Costa Rica. “Pura Vida, Ally!”
The G.I.R.L.S. (Girls In Real Life Situations) Club and their “Think Pink” campaign sought to raise awareness about breast cancer and to support their friend, senior Britney Myers, who lost her mother to breast cancer when she was in the Eighth Grade. The girls achieved this loving display of support by promoting education and awareness for students and faculty by making announcements, providing educational materials, distributing pink ribbons, holding assembly programs, and selling “CHC Thinks Pink” T-shirts. In late October, students, faculty, and staff wore the shirts and formed a human pink ribbon on the baseball field. The students sold over 500 T-shirts and donated over $1,500 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Senior Britney Myers, the chairwoman for the campaign, along with other G.I.R.L.S. Club members, were in a feature article in The Virginian-Pilot’s Beacon and were featured in news segments on WVEC TV-13 at 5:00 and 6:00 p.m.
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Our students supporting the community, but also each other…
Our programs giving our students a distinct advantage… The music technology lab has been fully upgraded to include some of the most advanced music scoring and recording hardware and software in the industry. Our students are being prepared to pursue college degrees in music that include music business and music technology, in addition to traditional careers in performance. Senior Brian Sanders is a perfect example of how this technology is already benefiting and influencing our students. He is currently working on some of the most advanced music software and hardware in the music business including Finale (for writing music), Pro Tools (which is used by the biggest recording studios in the country for recording CDs), and a host of digital hard disk recorders. For one of his projects, Brian has taken Dave Brubeck’s “Take Five,” originally written for five jazz musicians, and has rewritten it for a group of 70 students, our Upper School Concert Band. Once his composition is completed, he will then teach it to the concert band, and will record a CD using some of the most advanced digital recorders on the market. This pursuit will undoubtedly assist Brian’s future plans to major in music technology in college. CHCS Band Director, Dr. Karendra Devroop stated that he knows of no other Upper School students in the country doing this type of production work.
Our award-winning faculty working alongside alumni for the betterment of the entire community…
Mr. Robert Woodhouse shown here with CHCS 2003 graduates who also worked with the Horizons Hampton Road Summer Program this past summer - Teraya Knight and Rachel White.
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Mr. Robert Woodhouse, or “House” as he is affectionately referred to by his former students, is the real life personification of the term, “Gentle Giant.” A spectacular teacher of small children, “House” also serves as the Assistant Director of Event Staffing Inc, which provides staffing for most of Hampton Road’s concert venues including the Hampton Coliseum, Scope, the Virginia Beach Amphitheater, Beach Events, and numerous other special events. He is also the Head of Security at NTELOS Pavilion in Portsmouth. It is not unusual to see former students, now in college and beyond, spot “House” at a crowded concert and hustle over to give him a hug or a handshake. Likewise, when his Horizons Hampton Roads students return to Cape Henry each summer, they always seek out a moment to reconnect with this huge influence in their lives… and also to get a hug from this former football player who holds a master’s degree in education and is a graduate of Norfolk State University. “House” is truly one-of-akind. At the Horizons National Meeting in Connecticut this fall, Mr. Robert Woodhouse was unanimously selected as the recipient of the Jeniam Foundation, Lyn McNaught National Teaching Award. This prestigious award is presented annually in recognition of outstanding teaching in the Horizons program.
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Why We Love Cape Henry Our families building lifelong friendships… The Breakfast Bunch by Arlene Ingram “This weekend is going to be agonizing!” proclaimed Connie Harris, the “glue” of The Breakfast Bunch, five mothers who have been meeting regularly for breakfast since their children began school at Cape Henry, most as long as sixteen years ago. “Duke and JMU play Club Baseball in Harrisonburg on Saturday.” That would be insignificant to most parents of Cape Henry alums, but to “The Moms” (as they are affectionately known by their eight children), it meant they would have to root for both teams as Donna’s son, Mark (Duke), and one of Connie’s twins, Jerry (JMU), were competing against each other. Competition is antithetical to this cadre of women who value supporting, encouraging, and celebrating their children. The relationship that began in the halls and carpool lines at Cape Henry was solidified through their participation in the Cape Henry Parent Groups through the years. They have moved from being friendly with each other, to being friends, to embracing other members of the group as extended family. Even though all but one of their children has now graduated from Cape Henry, they still meet regularly. Usually, they gather twice weekly for a quick breakfast (always at a location close to the School) but this time, they agreed to meet for lunch so I could join them. They bubbled excitedly (as if I weren’t there) in spontaneous conversation about their children, their families, good recipes, gardening, and supporting each other. The conversations varied, often with lightening speed, but the underlying theme has been consistent: unconditional, mutual love, acceptance and appreciation for each other as they have navigated difficult personal issues, as well as the predictable assortment of parental challenges (driving, dating, adolescent-speak, or lack of adolescent-speak). They willingly offer each other a buffet of advice, generously sprinkled with dollops of laughter. Who would have thought that the First Grade Halloween Parties would turn into bonfires on the beach and to multi-family year-round traditions that continue to be an essential part of the lives of their children? The individual members of the group share little in common, they are of different cultural backgrounds, have varying personal interests and political beliefs, and different religious preferences; yet, the similarities in their values (including education) and their belief in a strong family orientation sustain the group. The Breakfast Club’s inauspicious beginning, coffee and conversation, formed the foundation of friendships that will last a lifetime. And, besides, to them, it is not about winning or losing Club Baseball games. “The Moms”: Connie Harris (Jack '03 and Jerry '03), Nandini Patel (Nishant '03 and Nira '07), Donna Redmond (Missy '05 and Mark '03), Allison Schaefer (Ashley ’03), and Barbara Mistron (Stephen '03).
Our volunteers make things happen… Successful events and programs thus far show how important our parents and CHPA are to the entire Cape Henry community. Thank you.
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New Student and Parent Orientations New Family Focus Functions Beach Party on the Lawn CHPA General Meetings Volunteer Connection Monthly Staff Appreciation Brunches and Luncheons Booster Club Meetings and Activities Volunteer Information Fair Safe Homes Fall Festival Gift Wrap Lower School Room Parents’ Meetings After Prom Meetings Together Every Action Matters
Bernadette Alcaraz and Leslie Quisenberry. Dane Vickers and Tammy Dail '80.
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First Grade– ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mrs. Leesa Hannah’s First Grade class is actively engaged in a global exchange of letters with a first and second grade class at Kodaikanal International School in India. The goal is to increase the global awareness of our Lower School students by studying Indian geography and culture as well as refining their writing skills. Of course, the personal artistic expressions add a little extra art practice, too.
Fifth Grade–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mr. Phil Stewart’s fifth graders are fully engaged in a similar exchange with Woodstock International School in India. Mr. Stewart’s first letters were via regular mail, but the program will soon evolve into an email exchange with video streaming and possibly video conferencing between our two schools.
CHCS Welcomes New Faculty Mr. Rocco Mansueto, the newest member of the Counseling Department, received his master’s degree in school guidance and counseling from John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio. While in Cleveland, Mr. Mansueto worked as an Injury Prevention Technician at Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. His responsibilities included creating, coordinating, and conducting health-based educational programs for parents and children. In addition to his role as a guidance counselor and study skills teacher, Mr. Mansueto is the varsity wrestling coach. As a competitor at Cleveland State University, Coach Mansueto was a conference champion and three-time NCAA Division I wrestling qualifier.
Mr. Steven Palmer is teaching AP American History and American History classes this year in the Upper School. He has an economics undergraduate degree form Virginia Military Institute, a master’s from Harvard University in business and history, and a certificate from Southern Connecticut State University for teaching. In his first career, Mr. Palmer held a number of high-level marketing and sales positions in industrial environments. He has traveled extensively through his work, brings prior independent school experience with him, and hopes to become involved in Nexus.
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Mr. Scott Gray joined the Middle School Mathematics Department as a full-time teacher this fall. He instructs Algebra I and Pre-Algebra II. Mr. Gray graduated from the College of Wooster in 2006 with a degree in Mathematics and Psychology. As a graduate of Spartanburg Day School, where he won the award for Best All-Around student his senior year, Mr. Gray is familiar with the independent school experience, and while at the College of Wooster, he did his student teaching at Edgewood Middle School and Boys Village, both in Wooster, Ohio. Mr. Gray will also coach Junior Varsity Soccer.
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Congratulations to the Lower School Student Council Association Officers: Georgia Breit, President; Waverly Byrd, Vice President; Katryn Bruner, Secretary; and Lucy Willis, Treasurer. Executive Council members are: Jazmin Carmon, Kevin Cunningham, Jordan Davis, Sean Duffy, Georgios Karides, Lena Lattacher, Lauren Robbins, Ryan Russell, Erin Scherrer, Taylor Thibault, Daniel Vickers, and Zoe Weber. Representatives are: Third Grade students Kalisa Fuller, Madelyn Gordon, Brooke Pilkington, and Jack Wren; Fourth Grade students Brooke Castleberry, Blake Gershon, Drew Goldner, and Lindsay Tompkins; and Fifth Grade students Tommy Dawson, Kayla Fairchild, Casey Paphites, and Natalie Power.
The Lower School was represented by 26 students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 in the Elementary School Division of the Sand Sculpting Competition during the Neptune Festival. The Lower School team was awarded a $25 cash prize for participating.
In June, Cape Henry Fifth Grade student Cole Alcaraz made a recommendation at the Walt Disney World Recognition Trip which has evolved into the Wachovia Securities Academic Excellence program. The purpose of the program is to reward students with a gift from Wachovia Securities for earning straight As on their report cards. This fall, Jack Praver ran in The Susan G Komen Foundation’s “Kids for the Cure Dash” at the beach and won first place in his age division. Jack also raised over $100 for the Katrina Fund last year with a lemonade stand that he built and ran himself, and he participates in the hospice Christmas giving for children every year.
MIDDLE SCHOOL Seventh grader Jenna Smith was commended and featured in the VBSPCA publication, Creature Chronicles, for using her pool party as an excuse to raise more than $200 and to collect many toys and treats for the VBSPCA animals. Congratulations to the Middle School Sand Sculpting Team for placing second in the Middle School Division of the International Sand Sculpting Competition during the Neptune Festival this fall. Congratulations to sixth grader Dillon Goldberg for being nominated to serve on the Middle School Virginia Beach Mayor’s Council. Delaney Oksman served as a Page in the Virginia General Assembly last winter and was commended by the Portsmouth City Council for his service this summer. There was also an article in The VirginianPilot’s Currents section commending Delaney’s efforts. NEW
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Madison Praver on the left and Alexis Woodington on the right congratulate Jack Praver after his race.
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The Middle School Lego Robotics Team, the Dynamic Dolphins, took first place in Division II for the overall highest combined scores in all four judging categories, received the Champion’s Award, and earned second place in Robot Performance for Division II. This qualified them to compete in the State Tournament in Blacksburg, Virginia in December. Dynamic Dolphins team members are: sixth grader Sebastian Chavez, and seventh graders Cooper Browning, Peter Donaldson, Drew Green, Josh Lim, Marco BreitenbergScavuzzo, and Gerrit Voogt.
UPPER SCHOOL Lauren Cheniae has been nominated as a potential Murray Scholar for the College of William and Mary. Lauren will compete with other outstanding students throughout the country to receive a scholarship, the opportunity to work with distinguished faculty mentors, and to participate in special events and programs. Niraj Patel was selected as the Cape Henry nominee of the Jefferson Scholars Program of the University of Virginia. Faculty selected Niraj as the student who best exemplifies excellence in the Jeffersonian ideals of leadership, scholarship, and citizenship. The Adam Thoroughgood Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen Award annually recognizes a senior. The selection is based on personal characteristics as specified by the DAR: dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. Morgan Pearman was recognized at a DAR luncheon in December.
Please congratulate the following students for their selection to the 2007 All-District Chorus: Tracie Aspinwall, Kalan Brehm, Caroline Finley, Kristin Hopkins, Grace Kanakaris (First Alternate), Nikki Mandell, Ellie Mirenda, and Kristen Vretakis. Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Grade students performed The Wizard of Oz in November. They had a wonderful time and put on a spectacular performance.
The Optimist International organization recognizes outstanding graduating high school seniors based on their demonstration of excellence in character, community service, extracurricular activity, scholastic achievement, and citizenship. Ethan Kelley and Marguerite McNeal were recognized at an awards breakfast in November. Mrs. Arlene Ingram attended the recognition breakfast with Marguerite and Ethan, shown here being congratulated by Mayor Oberndorf.
Coleman Newell has been named a Semifinalist in the 52nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Coleman continues in the competition to become a Finalist by fulfilling several requirements including completion of a nomination form and essay. Lauren Cheniae, Ethan Kelley, Marguerite McNeal, Niraj Patel, and Morgan Pearman have been selected as National Merit Scholarship Corporation Commended Students. Of the 1.4 million students who took the PSAT in the fall of 2005, Commended Students placed among the top five percent of students who took the qualifying test. The students are recognized for the exceptional academic promise demonstrated by their outstanding performance on the PSAT
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Alex Spruiell has been recognized as one of 3,000 outstanding National Achievement Scholarship Programs participants and his name will be forwarded to U.S. colleges and universities. He scored in the top five percent of Black Americans who participated in the program through the PSAT taken in the fall of 2005. Marguerite McNeal has been selected as a 2006 Student Leader in the Bank of America Student Leaders Program. Marguerite will have an opportunity to engage in an eight-week paid summer intership with a local community organization and a series of leadership activities with local Bank of America executives beginning in 2007.
Erin Baucom, Raj Dhillon, Ethan Kelley, Adi Miloslavov, Coleman Newell, Alex Spruiell, and Niraj Patel have earned the designation of AP Scholar by the College Board in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Program Exams. Niraj Patel qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of the exams taken. The remaining students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with grades of 3 or higher. Cape Henry has been invited to join in the Morehead Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a prestigious academic program that provides an exceptional undergraduate opportunity, a full four-year undergraduate scholarship and a life-enhancing combination of global travel and real-world work experience. Members of the CHCS faculty were invited to nominate one members of the senior class who demonstrated a capacity to lead and to motivate fellow students; scholastic ability and extracurricular attainments; moral force of character; and physical vigor. Cape Henry’s Morehead Scholars Program Nominee is Michael Alexander Spruiell. Princeton Club Book Award nominees, as selected by the faculty, are sophomores or juniors who have demonstrated talent in the core values of Cape Henry Collegiate School. Brandon Allred and Emily Burke are this year’s nominees. Wendy’s High School Heisman honors scholar-athlete-citizens by recognizing their excellence in the classroom, on the field, and within their communities. Niraj Patel is this year’s recipient. Congratulations to senior Ethan Kelley for being selected to participate in the Mayor’s Youth Council program.
Kaleigh Cohen was also selected as a member of Virginia Beach Symphony Orchestra. This orchestra consists primarily of adult musicians and has a professional level expectation of only five rehearsals or less before each concert. Congratulations to the talented and creative Compass Rose Yearbook Staff on receiving a second-place award from the American Scholastic Press Association for the 2006 edition of the Compass Rose. The 2005-2006 Upper School Literary Magazine Staff was awarded a second-place certificate from the American Scholastic Press Association for its fine work. Cover artist Brielle Paolini was given a first-place award for her outstanding cover. The magazine received its strongest praise for its original and relevant content. Please congratulate the following students for their selection to the 2007 All-District Chorus: Brittany Agrillo, Rachel Cross, Katie Heilig, Michelle Hudgins, Ali Huffman, Jamie Mandell, Brooke Stellmach, and Amber Templeton (First Alternate). Congratulations to the Upper School Sand Sculpting Team for winning first place in High School Division of the International Sand Sculpting competition held during the Neptune Festival this year. The theme was “Neptune A Season of Premieres,” and the title of the Upper School sculpture was “Neptune Spends the Evening with the Stars.” (They are watching “Poseidon,” of course!)
Congratulations to Kaleigh Cohen, Nathaniel Kerbin, and Raj Dhillon who auditioned for the Senior Regionals Orchestra. Kaleigh placed fourth chair cello; Nathaniel placed second chair trumpet, and Raj was named first alternate in the trumpet section. These students are the first CHCS students invited to participate in the Senior Regionals Orchestra, which was held in December at Oscar Smith High School.
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Many of our student athletes attended athletic camps at the University of Virginia, Notre Dame, and Wake Forest University. Among these students were Paige Wheeler, Kate Pleasants, Robert Morey, Addie Law, Dan Bain, Brandon Faubert, Danny Lee, Kristen Meredith, and Kelsey Scherrer.
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In July, Brandon Faubert and Alex Elliott represented Cape Henry on an all-Virginia lacrosse team that participated in a team tournament at the University of Notre Dame. The Virginia team was the only team that went undefeated and won the tournament by defeating a team from Long Island, New York. The East Region All-Star Girls Lacrosse state tournament was played at Washington & Lee in Lexington, Virginia in July. Three Cape Henry athletes were included on the Silver Medal winning East Region team this year. They were seniors Emily Cole and Morgan Pearman, and sophomore Kelsey Scherrer.
The Commonwealth Games Silver Medalists: Back row, fifth from left - Morgan Pearman. Back row, third from right - Kelsey Scherrer. Front row, right end - Emily Cole.
Congratulations to Cape Henry cheerleaders Morgan Pearman and Madison Marchbank. Morgan and Madison were named AllStars at UCA Cheerleading Camp at Virginia Wesleyan College in August. The Varsity Girls Field Hockey Team was very successful at team camp this summer. They competed against seven public schools from the Hampton Roads area. During the week, the team won the “7 v 7 Competition,” the “Stroke Competition,” and “Most Spirited Team,” and goalie Stephanie Grune was named the “Best Keeper in Camp.” Freshmen Kate Pleasants and Paige Wheeler were required to move up to the U16 Division in the Junior Olympics this summer. They competed in both junior and women’s tournaments (no age limit) based on skill rating. They also competed in two additional tournaments this season, the Junior Atlantic Beach Championship in late August, and the Neptune Festival Tournament in late September. NEW
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Eighth grader Kate Easton and sophomore Price Wheeler came away from the Eastern Surfing Championship winners. Kate was awarded the coveted “Iron Woman” title for competing in the most divisions, and Price was awarded 8th place in the finals of the boys division. Both were also nominated to the Eastern Surfing Association’s AllStar Team. The two will be formally introduced at the Surf Expo in Florida in January. Price also won first place in the Rip Curl Grom Search surfing competition, and traveled to California in November to compete in the Rip Curl National Finals. The Varsity Field Hockey Team participated in the Suffolk Invitational Field Hockey Tournament in September. The Lady Dolphins, being the only independent school invited to the Suffolk Invitational, ousted eight public school teams to win the crown. Sophomore Kelsey Scherrer was honored with the Tournament Most Valuable Player Award, while Libi Henley, Sarah Potter, and Brittany Bertolino were selected to the All-Tournament Team.
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FACULTY AND STAFF Mr. Willy Fluharty, Director of the Nexus Program, received a grant from the Israeli-Virginia Advisory Board, Office of the Governor, and the Hampton Roads United Jewish Federation to develop and implement an economic collaboration project between CHCS and Alliance High School in Tel Aviv. The visit to Israel will include meetings with the Minister of Education, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, the President of the American Chamber of Commerce, and the Principle of Alliance High School. Mr. Fluharty will also be presenting the project to the Virginia Secretary of Education. Old Dominion University and the Virginia Council on Economic Education have agreed to partner in developing the concept, and Old Dominion University has requested to mentor the Cape Henry students with their SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) students. In October, Mr. Sammie Logan, Mrs. Hilda Roe, Mr. Greg Dragas, Mrs. Leesa Hannah, and Mrs. Nancy Moye attended the Virginia Diversity Network Workshop at Hampton Roads Academy. The faculty members were joined for the student session by Niraj Patel, Erika Schaubach, Alex Spruiell, and Nia Brooks. The group spent the entire day at Hampton Roads Academy discussing a variety of diversity issues. Diane Roussel, Superintendent of the Jefferson Parish Public Schools in Louisiana, awarded Mrs. Merni Medley and her Peer Leaders with a Good Citizen Award. They received the award for their volunteer efforts and valuable donations to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina.
Mrs. Charlotte Dettwiler-Carr has been asked to be a presider for two sessions at the American String Teachers Association conference in Detroit during Spring Break. The presider introduces the presenters and session, troubleshoots problems, signs attendees’ Documentation of Professional Development forms, and fills out an evaluation of the session to be submitted to the association. Congratulations to Mrs. Judy Snider for being selected as the focus of a Close-Up Feature in The Virginian-Pilot’s Beacon for recently publishing her childrens book Goldy’s Baby Socks. Judy is the recipient of the 2006 Muse Award for Best Children’s Book from the Cat Writer’s Association (CWA). NEW
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Congratulations to Mrs. Callie Donnelly and Mr. Jeff Donnelly on the arrival of their first child, Louis Byron! Lou was born on May 25, weighed seven pounds, eight ounces, and was 20 inches long.
Callie, Jeff, and Louis Donnelly enjoying Louis’ first Fall Festival.
Congratulations to Mrs. Laura Wingett and her husband, Marc, on the bith of their first child, Harrison Glen. Harrison was born on July 1, and weighed seven pounds, three ounces. Congratulations to Mrs. Kim Johnson and her husband, Ross, on the birth of their second daughter, Maylen Ross. Maylen was born on July 3, weighed nine pounds, one ounce, and was 19 1/2 inches long. Congratulations to Mrs. Shannon Whitney and her husband, Richard, on the birth of their daughter, Leah Erin, on September 24, 2006. Leah was 22 inches long and weighed 9 pounds and 10 ounces. Mrs. Rami Heers was proud to pose with German Ambassador Dr. Klaus Scharioth after his lecture recently on Germany’s involvement in the European Union, United Nations, the Middle East, and Germany’s economy.
In November, eight faculty members and eight students participated in the WorldQuest competition, a world affairs quiz game sponsored by the local chapter of the World Affairs Council. Congratulations to Student Team Members: Guy Carmeli, Barrett Jacobson, Josh Collingsworth, Glenn Sullivan, Meg O’Brien, Kendra Rudman, Lara Barbir, and Liz Wagner, and Faculty Team Members: Team Leader Mr. Steve Palmer, Mr. Greg Dragas, Mr. Scott Gray, Mr. Tom Rodgers, Mrs. Debra Duffy, Ms. Daphne Rankin, Mrs. Rami Heers, and Mrs. Amy St. Sing.
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Mrs. Leslie Chavez, Upper School Language instructor, will be traveling to Atlanta, Georgia on March 1-3 to present a workshop at the Southern Conference on Language Teaching. Her workshop will be on writing skills methodology, “Developing Creative Writing Skills in All Levels of Spanish.” This is Mrs. Chavez’s second year to be invited to make a presentation at the conference.
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This was an amazing fall season! One of the most successful fall seasons in the history of the School. All of our team sports that were eligible to play in the state tournament qualified and represented us in fine fashion. We won 78% of our competitions, finished 3rd in the TCIS Sportsmanship votes, and produced a State Champion from the Cross Country Team. Not a bad day’s work! This success is greatly attributed to our extraordinary coaching staff and the talents and dedication of our student athletes. The 2006 Class of Captains: TJ Maroon, Brandon Faubert, Shelby Evans, Libi Henley, Sarah Potter, Chad McEnroe, Niraj Patel, Coleman Newell, Kelli Morrissey, Colleen Zoretic, and Emily Burke, led these teams throughout the season with characteristics of the types of leaders that we want to receive a diploma from Cape Henry. Cape Henry Collegiate School resumed the role of hosting a Cross Country Meet this year at Mt. Trashmore. We will continue this tradition in order to support and appreciate the efforts of such a spirited group of student athletes. Captains Chad McEnroe and Kelli Morrissey led their respective teams all season long with the up and coming talents shining through in the likes of David Blanchard, Meg O’Brien, Will Overman, and Jazz Rozier. Coaches Buzz and Lori Cooper were thrilled with the efforts and improvements made with the 2006 Cross Country Team. Special congratulations to State Champion Kelli Morrissey for finishing in 8th place at the State Cross Country Meet. TCIS Coach of the Year for 2006, Kristen Wheeler, once again prepared her team to compete with the best teams in the conference, Tidewater area, and state as they finished with a record of 173. Senior Captains Sarah Potter and Libi Henley brought a wealth of experience and direction to carry on the Cape Henry Field Hockey legacy. Cape Henry defeated many tidewater ranked teams early in the season to capture the Suffolk Invitational Tournament. They went on to play in the TCIS Championship game and State Semifinalist Game to represent this program as one of the best in the State. The Senior Class of Libi Henley, Sarah Potter, Stephanie Grune, Emily Cole, and Jackie Miller will be irreplaceable. Their contributions will live on in the trophies and banners left behind, in addition to their winning dispositions. More great leadership in the roles of TJ Maroon and Brandon Faubert fielded one of the finest Varsity Boys Soccer Teams ever to wear the red and grey. Coach David Brun orchestrated his team to the TCIS Championship game, only to fall in penalty kicks to Norfolk Academy. Cape Henry played the top ranked teams in the State in very competitive matches to earn a #7 State Ranking. Eleven Seniors will leave this program, (Robert Morey, Dan Bain, Jeff Bradley, Tyler Jacobson, Danny Lee, Brad Neubeck, Jonathan Speight, Cole Mason, Pat Green, and the previously mentioned Captains) and all of their names are deserving of recognition. Henri Noordanus and Carter Mavromatis will be given the task of rebuilding behind the play of Matt Cheniae, Redding Deurance, and Glenn Sullivan. Cape Henry finished with a record of 11-7-2. Great season, gentlemen! The Varsity Girls Tennis Team under the direction of Carol Bulkeley, finished 3rd in the TCIS, and qualified for the State Tournament for the first time in school history. Senior Colleen Zoretic and junior Emily Burke directed their team to a 9-5 finish, overall. Eighth grader Karling Watson played in the top position all season competing on a level playing field with much older opponents. Seventh grader Brittany Pilkington brings a beautiful, fluid style of tennis at the #2 seed. The play of Georgia Putney, Kelsey Bergen, Maddie Baine, Jamie Mandell, and Mary DiGeronimo lay the foundation for great tennis in the future of Cape Henry Girls Tennis! The Boys Varsity Volleyball Team brought home the first ever, TCIS Regular Season Championship compiling a history making record of 19-3. TCIS Coach of the Year, Chris McGarity put the task of leadership on Captains Niraj Patel and Coleman Newell and they took this team to a
whole new level. Cape Henry captured the Runner-Up Trophy in the TCIS Tournament behind the strong play of Chris Rosa and Coleman Newell. Wes Forehand, Jonathan Whited, Andrew Snyder, Dylan Shiflett, and John MacConkey provided a strongly skilled foundation throughout the season. The favorable rookie play of Clark Templeton, Eric Ambrosino, and Robert Knuth will be the guiding force in years to come. Coach Marck Weiss combined the veteran play of Shelby Evans, Casey Scherrer, and Lizzie Wagner with the highly skilled play of newcomers Morgan Freeman, Kate Pleasants, and Paige Wheeler to qualify for the State Girls Volleyball Tournament and finish with a #8 State Ranking. Another amazing senior class, including Katie Pawlowski, Britney Myers, Kelsey Mahoney, Brianna Meder, and the aforementioned, pass on their years of volleyball experience to a ready and
Varsity Boys Cross Country MVP Coach’s Award
David Blanchard Chad McEnroe
Varsity Girls Cross Country MVP Coach’s Award
Kelli Morrissey, All-State, All-TCIS Amber Templeton
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Libi Henley Sarah Potter
Stephanie Grune 2nd Team All-TCIS Libi Henley All-State 1st Team All-Tidewater All-TCIS Sarah Potter 2nd Team All-TCIS Kelsey Scherrer 1st Team All-TCIS 2nd Team All-State Maartje van Rijswijk 2nd Team All-TCIS
Varsity Boys Soccer Co-MVPs Coach’s Award
TJ Maroon Robert Morey Pat Green
Brandon Faubert 2nd Team All-TCIS TJ Maroon 1st Team All-TCIS Robert Morey 1st Team, All-TCIS Tournament Defensive MVP Henri Noordanus 2nd Team All-TCIS
Varsity Girls Tennis MVP Coach’s Award
Karling Watson Jamie Mandell
Karling Watson 2nd Team All-TCIS Karling Watson/ 1st Team All-TCIS (Doubles) Brittany Pilkington
Varsity Boys Volleyball MVP Coach’s Award Coleman Newell Niraj Patel Chris Rosa Jonathan Whited
Coleman Newell Niraj Patel, TCIS Player of the Year 1st Team All-TCIS TCIS All-Tournament TCIS Player of the Year TCIS All-Tournament 2nd Team All-TCIS
Varsity Girls Volleyball MVP Shelby Evans, 2nd Team All-TCIS Co-Coach’s Award Casey Scherrer Lizzie Wagner
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willing group of underclassmen. Special appreciation for the incredible efforts of our Junior Varisty and Middle School Athletic Teams. Coach Scott Gray’s Boys JV Soccer Team had many moments of spectacular play led by Tyler Faubert, Delaney Oksman, Ben Green, and Kevin Hamele. The JV Field Hockey Team, under the helm of Laura Lechler, had their best finish in recent years relying on the play of Betsy Nash, Megan Bradley, Chloe Snyder, Aubrey Northam, and Amalia Riess. Coach Wendy Lewis continues to be a formidable conference opponent compiling yet another stellar season with Avi Goldman, Amanda White, Shelby Spera, Alice Shipp, Amy Bennis, and Maddie Houck, just to name a few. Coach Sue Chapman managed an impressive JV Tennis season finishing 3rd in the conference behind the strokes of Nikki Mandell, Caroline Finley, Kristen Vretakis, Madison Sabol, and Erin Kirkpatrick. Ed Faubert, Bob DeManche, Susan Eichener, and Bonnie Varney coached our Middle School athletes to promising futures. It is important to note our All-State recipients for the fall season: Libi Henley (1st Team-Field Hockey), Kelsey Scherrer (2nd Team-Field Hockey), and Kelli Morrissey (1st Team-Cross Country). The boys soccer award winners are yet to be announced, but TJ Maroon and Robert Morey are favorites. So, to conclude, as you can see, Cape Henry had many accomplishments and a fantastic fall athletic season is in the books. And, it was a pleasure to watch our leaders lead, and our youth grow!
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Cape Henry Goes to Washington This small but dynamic group met for the Head of School visit to the D.C. area on September 21, 2006. Our three pictured alumnae, Bridget, Karen, and Suezy, hope to organize Cape Henry Collegiate’s first regional chapter.
William Scullion '04, Mrs. Julie Scherrer, Director of Development and Assistant Head of School, Bridget Bradley '01, Karen Lilley '02, Dr. John P. Lewis, Head of School, Suezy Vaughan '02, Sagar Patel '03, and Travis Patton '94.
Connecting with Our Richmond Alumni Mrs. Julie Scherrer, Assistant Head of School and Director of Development, Dr. John P. Lewis, Head of School, and Mrs. Karen Bennis, Chief Financial Officer, all traveled to Richmond for dinner and conversations with CHCS alumni living and working in that area.
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Mrs. Julie Scherrer, Ralph Johnson '90, Pankti Barot '06, Michaela Lesyshyn '03, Mrs. Karen Bennis, Jeremy Flax '06, and Dr. John P. Lewis.
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On October 7, the Class of 1986 enjoyed the reception in honor of their 20th reunion. The reception was held in the Alumni Garden and was followed by a tour of the campus. The class later dined at Taverna, a Virginia Beach Restaurant owned by classmate Doreen Perros Walter’s father, John. Special thanks to reunion organizers Ben Cohen, Claudia Ackley Dundas, and Beth Miller. Those returning were: Ben Cohen, Beth Miller, Claudia Ackley Dundas, Stace Lowman, Tommy Joynt, Doreen Perros Walter, Sandra Potter Moreland, Trey Braithwaite, John Balderson, Virginia Hardy Hudgins, Morgan Cook IV, and Dustin Judson.
John Balderson and Dustin Judson.
Sandra Potter Moreland and Morgan Cook.
Virginia Hardy Hudgins with her children, Will and Anne-Porter. Claudia Ackley Dundas with baby Madelyn, Beth Miller, Doreen Perros Walter with her sons, TJ and John.
Ben Cohen, Trey Braithwaite, Tommy Joynt, Stace Lowman, and John Balderson.
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Ros Willis is the embodiment of the core values of Cape Henry Collegiate School. His
dedication to scholarship was evidenced throughout his tenure at Cape Henry. He is remembered for his gregarious personality and sanguine demeanor. He served as the President of the SCA and lead by example. Ros graduated from Cape Henry Collegiate School in 1982 and continued his studies at Hampden Sydney where he graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in history/political science in 1986. He attended the Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law in Macon, Georgia, one of the oldest law schools in the country, where he earned a Doctor of Juris Prudence in 1990. The curriculum at Mercer focused on ethics and practical skills. Ethics and integrity are words easily ascribed to Ros. He is a partner in the law firm of Inman & Strickler, practicing in the area of litigation. Ros is committed to giving back to the community. He serves as an Elder at First Presbyterian Church in Virginia Beach, is a board member and past president of the Hilltop YMCA, member and past president of Youth Service Club (a non-profit organization that raises funds for local children’s charities), member of Noblemen (a non profit that raises funds for children’s charities), member of Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund, and the Co-Chair of the Lower School Parents Campaign Committee for the Science and Technology Center (facilitating the opportunity for CHC students to enjoy cutting edge technology). Ros is married to Katherine Willis, a partner with Virginia Investment Advisors and a member of the Board at Cape Henry Collegiate School. They have two children enrolled at Cape Henry, Lucy in Grade 4 and Clay in Grade 2. Ros says, “The most exciting aspect of Cape Henry Collegiate School today is the direction it is heading. The leadership from the Board, administration, and faculty is producing students who can think, analyze, and compete in the global market. This is never more apparent than in the development of the Science and Technology Center. To be a part of the many changes in the growth of Cape Henry and to have two children who will benefit from it, quite frankly makes me proud to be an alumnus.”
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Beth Black Springer '76 has completed the construction of her family’s new home near Breckenridge, Colorado. The house, with horse barn, is situated on 35 acres at an elevation of 11,000 feet. Beth continues to work as a sales manager for Vail Resorts. Beth, husband Billy, and two daughters, Allie, 14, and Sage, 12, enjoy snow sports and riding.
Heather Maxwell '85 was profiled in The Virginian-Pilot’s Outdoors Report section in August. Heather is retiring as the tournament director at Pirate’s Cove Marina in Manteo, North Carolina. Heather has decided to spend more time with her daughter, Kate, who is in first grade. Heather, who ran nine major tournaments annually, plans to get a contractor’s license and start building her family a new home on two acres of waterfront property. Her husband, Billy, runs a charter boat most of the year and builds boats in the winter. Heather also plans to devote more time to solving the problem of dredging Oregon Inlet. NEW
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Dolly Mannix '82 DMannix@BBandT.com
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1987 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The Office of Alumni Affairs is seeking alumni from this class who are interested in spearheading this reunion. No experience is necessary. Geographic locale is immaterial. Enthusiasm is a must! Please contact Mrs. Susan Pleasants at susanpleasants@capehenry.org Tammy Dail '80 and Todd Jeffries '80 attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Science and Technology Center at CHCS. Tammy served as the Co-chair for the CHCS Fall Festival in October. Todd and his wife live in California where he is an actor. He recently appeared in an episode of Criminal Minds on CBS and has many other credits to his name.
Tyler Sewell '85 served as the Master of Ceremonies at the Bristol Motor Speedway, featuring Deirks Bentley, Travis Tritt, and Kenney Chesney in August. Tyler also now hosts his own radio program which can be heard in the Tidewater area Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. on ESPN Radio 1310 AM.
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Sally Ward '86 graduated from Wellesley in 1990 and lived for a time in France. She returned to Cambridge, Massachusetts where she worked as an analyst and asset manager for a real estate investment advisor. Sally returned to school to pursue pre-med classes and eventually relocated to San Francisco. While there, she worked in research and administration at the University of California at San Francisco before returning to Virginia and medical school at the Medical College of Virginia. Sally began two residencies in New Hampshire in 2003. She graduated from family practice residency this past June. She will spend another year at Dartmouth to complete a master of public health and preventive medicine residency. John Balderson '86 graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. He spent the next five years in Washington, D.C. working at several hotels and clubs before moving to Wilmington, North Carolina in 1995 to spend two years with the Hilton. John then discovered his passion, bread making, which became his career for the next eight years. John married Kim in 1997 and welcomed their first child, Caroline, in 1999. Christopher was born in 2001 and the newest Balderson, a son, Cameron, was born on August 15, 2006. John now enjoys working in the food business from the other side of the desk with Sysco Foods, a distributor, where he has been since 2005. He still enjoys cooking and does so often for friends and family. Tommy Joynt '86 and his wife Kristi joined the class reunion and brought along their newest edition, baby girl, Sydney Renee, born July 9, 2006. Claudia Ackley Dundas '86 traveled the farthest to attend the class reunion this October. She brought along her daughter, Madelyn, born in May.
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Andy McIntyre '85 pictured with his wife, Karen, and children, Lauren and Brian.
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Ben Cohen '86 graduated from The George Washington University and worked as a paramedic before deciding to pursue law. He graduated from Regent University in 2001 and practices as the Cohen Law Group. He concentrates on family law, real estate, and small business. Ben additionally advises paramedics and other 501(c) corporations on legal matters. Ben and his wife, Tara, have three children, Barbara, 12, David, 11, and Aaron, 7. Carl Matthews '88 toured CHCS as the proud uncle of Ashland Jared, Grade 1. Carl lives in Florida with his wife, Tonya, and their son and daughter, age 7 and 6. Carl met Tonya at High Point University where they both graduated in 1992. He works for a financial-services firm and oversees mutual fund flow for several large banks in the southeast, including Wachovia, which brings him often to Virginia Beach. Carl had not been back on campus since his graduation and was impressed with the changes that his nieces, Ashland and her sister, Allison, will enjoy as CHCS students. Carl’s sister, Megan, attended Cape Henry from Seventh through Tenth Grades.
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1996 & 1997 • • • • • • • • • • The Classes of 1996 and 1997 are joining forces for a combined Cinco de Mayo Reunion on Saturday, May 5, 2007 following the 2nd Annual Alumni Spring Thing Lacrosse event. Brian Kelley '96 (briankelley24@yahoo.com) looks forward to hearing from classmates with ideas, email addresses, and perhaps an individual or two willing to assist with planning. Emily Medley '97 (emedley@oldpointtrust. com) is the contact person for the Class of 1997. She, too, is seeking class contact information and assistance.
Amber McCrory Sloan '90 and her husband, Sean, welcomed their second child, a son, Collin Grant Sloan, on December 22, 2005. Collin’s big sister, Kaitlyn, will turn four this coming January. Amber earned a B.S. in business management/marketing from Old Dominion University. She married Sean in 1998. Leigh Newman Davenport '90 served as a bridesmaid. Amber took a break from the work world in October 2005 to enjoy spending time with her children.
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Art Chevalier '91 married Anna Marie Gonzalez of Chesapeake on July 16, 2005. Matt Audette '92 served as a groomsman. Anna and Art live in Virginia Beach and are expecting their first child in January 2007. Anna is teaching kindergarten, and Art is working in computer programming.
Jake Rashkind '91, his wife, Skye, and their two children are living in Wilmington, Delaware, where Jake is teaching upper school English and is the varsity lacrosse coach at the Wilmington Friends School. Jake was recently honored as the Delaware Lacrosse Foundation’s High School Boys Coach of the Year for 2006, with a record of 13-5 and a third-straight appearance in the state tournament as coach. Jake’s wife works as a tutor, teaching reading and study skills, and assists in the admissions office at Wilmington Friends. Their son, Nathan, is four, and their daughter, Lily is two. Jake and Skye met at Dickinson College and moved to Virginia Beach where Jake earned the distinction of being our first alumnus to return to Cape Henry to teach and coach JV lacrosse and basketball. Jake later moved north to teach and coach at the Pennington School near Princeton and Skye’s hometown. The couple later returned to school, each for a master’s degree in education at Brown University before landing jobs at Friends. Jake hopes to have the opportunity for his team to scrimmage the Dolphins of Cape Henry! Kevin Putnam '91 is now the Reverend Kevin Putnam, living with his wife of six years, Delia Grenville, and their two children; Aislyn, 3, and Jason, 1. Kevin was ordained as an Episcopal priest two years ago and is currently the curate at Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church in Portland, Oregon. Kevin attended seminary at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California. He spent the last few years in California as the chaplain at Saint Andrew’s Episcopal School (Prekindergarten - Grade 8) in Saratoga. The family is now enjoying the friendliness and slower pace of Portland. Kathryn Ann Christian '92 and Andrew Stephen Harvin were married on June 10, 2006 at Founders Inn in Virginia Beach. A reception followed in the Virginia Ballroom at the Inn. Kathryn graduated from CHCS and Gettysburg College. She holds a master’s degree in early childhood education from Old Dominion University and is a gifted resource teacher for Portsmouth Public Schools. The groom hails from Fredericksburg, Virginia and graduated from Georgia Southern College in Statesboro, Georgia. He is employed by Adcom, LLC. Kathryn’s mom tells the story of Kathryn’s selection to teach in the Gifted Program in Portsmouth. The administrator doing the interview said, “if she [Kathryn] went to Cape Henry, she certainly knew about gifted children.” Kathryn is currently taking classes through the University of Virginia Hampton Roads Center for certification in gifted education. Whipple Newell III '92 was married to Keelin Nelson on June 3, 2006. Their wedding was covered in a two-page spread in the New York issue of June Bride.
Gina Iavarone '93 married John Edward Essa, Jr., on November 11, 2006, in Greensboro, North Carolina. The groom’s uncle officiated the ceremony which was followed by a reception hosted by Gina’s parents at the Starmount Forest Country Club. Laura Lechler '92 served as a bridesmaid. Gina earned a B. S. in business administration at Meredith College and a M.S. in accounting from Old Dominion University. She is a tax accountant with Grant Thornton in Greensboro. John graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and is a regional manager with New Century Tobacco. The couple honeymooned on Peter Island in the British Virgin Islands and now resides in Greensboro. Neel Desai '93 attended George Mason University and graduated with a B. S. degree in finance and management information systems. In 1997, he returned to Virginia Beach and began working in his family’s business, LTD Management Company, as the Vice President of Operations. Simultaneously he continued his education at Old Dominion University where he completed his master of business administration degree. Neel was married in 2000 to Neha Desai. The couple make their home in Virginia Beach. Neel is currently a managing partner at LTD. He remains close friends with a number of Cape Henry alumni, including Burt Burroughs '94 and Eric Mulkey '94 whom he had the pleasure of introducing at this year’s Alumni Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Laura Goldman Wingett '94 and husband, Marc, proudly announced the arrival of their first child, Harrison Glen Wingett on July 1. He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.
Eric Mulkey '94 and his wife Lesleyanne welcomed their first child, a son, Keegan James on July 7, 2006. Lesleyanne says that Keegan is very relaxed and mellow just like his dad! Burt Burroughs '94 is Keegan’s Godfather.
Daynalyn Norton Mountney '96 gave birth to a little boy, Richie, in August. She and her husband live in Mary Ester, Florida. Ginny McGraw '96 resides in Charleston, South Carolina with her husband, Andrew Platte.
Kyle Fellenbaum '97 is living in Fenton, Michigan. He and his wife just welcomed their first child together, a daughter, Savannah Jane, born in late September. Emily Medley '97 has joined Old Point Trust & Financial Services N.A. as Business Development Officer for the Southside region. In addition to her “real” job, Emily is very active with the CHCS Grand Auction and in orchestrating the ten-year reunion for the Class of 1997. Last but not least, Emily is engaged to be married to her former swimming lane partner (they were four years old), Mike Robbins. Mark Caviness '97 is now officially Mark Taylor '97. Mark owns a landscaping business in Virginia Beach. He graduated from James Madison University earning a degree in finance. Mark Pike '97 graduated from Duke University and spent the last two years in Washington, D.C. working for the Center for American Progress. Prior to beginning law school at the College of William and Mary, Mark decided to take time to travel. Mark convinced the Center to sponsor his trip driving an E85 car fueled only with a mixture of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Along the way, he interviewed E85 station owners, farmers, politicians, etc. and recorded their sojourn on the Internet. The Center embraced the concept and developed a $30,000 budget. Ford Motor Company donated a flex-fuel automobile, and had a “tag car” record the adventure. Mark met with governors and politicians, was interviewed on the radio, and even developed a popular rap song about the trip. Video of his exploits may be viewed at www. kicktheoilhabit.org. Staci Vinson '98 completed an undergraduate degree at Longwood and subsequently earned a master’s in social work at Virginia Commonwealth University. She now works for a private company, the Charlottesville League of Therapists, doing clinical social work. She labors to reunite foster care children with biological families who have temporarily lost custody. Staci enjoys traveling throughout the world to places like Egypt and South America whenever her schedule permits. She lives in Charlottesville with friends from college and CHC alumna Lauren Dixon '98. She also keeps up with Rennie Quarles '98, and Ben Brand '98.
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Becky Sullivan Smith '96 lives in Virginia Beach with her husband Bryan, and their eighteen month old son, Ethan. Bryan teaches at Norfolk Collegiate and is the varsity boys lacrosse coach. Becky is a busy stay at home mom while pursuing a master’s degree in early childhood education at Old Dominion University.
Elizabeth Tiesenga Galanter '96 was married in May 2004. She is currently putting her husband through law school at the University of Pittsburgh by managing the appraisal department at NREIS (National Real Estate Information Services).
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Mark Dancigers '99 is a composer and electric guitarist of great renown. Mark earned a B.A. in music at Yale University in 2003 and a master’s degree at the Yale School of Music in 2005. He taught composition at Yale University for the fall 2005 semester. As an electric guitarist, he regularly performs with NOW Ensemble, a new music quintet dedicated to the music of emerging composers. Mark has performed with NOW at Merkin Hall, the Knitting Factory, the Julliard School, MIT, Cal Arts, and the Tenri Cultural Institute. This year, the quintet will have residencies and concerts at Yale University, Princeton University, and the University of Virginia. Forthcoming performances of Mark’s works include the New York Youth Symphony premiering Snow in Carnegie Hall, James Deitz and Joshua Quillen performing Lion Lying Down at the Percussive Arts Society International Conference, and a new work for Opus 21 to be premiered in Symphony Space. Mark is currently a graduate fellow in composition at Princeton University. You can read more about Mark on his website at www.markdancigers.com. Jeff Siteman '99 is in his final year of the MBA program at Babson College and in the process of launching a company. Jeff and partners hope to enable healthy eating through convenience. They plan to launch a chain of stores offering fresh, nutritious, and healthy foods that are not typically available in a convenient format. Brian Luoma '99 not only had his engagement announcement in the paper, but he and his fiancée, MaryElizabeth Miles, were featured in an article in the Celebrations section of The Virginian-Pilot. The couple met just over a year ago and realized almost immediately that this was “Mr./Ms. Right”. Brian proposed with a special cake that he had baked on the occasion of Mary-Elizabeth’s birthday. He cut out a portion of the cake’s center and popped in an open box containing an engagement ring. Brian works for a local construction company, and Mary-Elizabeth is a second grade teacher at Birdneck Elementary. Their wedding will take place on May 19, 2007.
Aubrey Young '00 completed undergraduate studies at the College of Charleston earning a degree in Hispanic Studies. She works in New York City at the International Professional Association, which assists immigrants with legalizing or gaining residency as well as work permits and visas. Aubrey works directly with the association’s attorney with client communication, document and motion preparation, and scheduling. The firm is a small non-profit which affords Aubrey extensive hands-on experience in all facets of immigration. Aubrey loves the city which she says has broadened her ideas about professions and affords tremendous opportunity for a young professional. Anne Ruehrmund '00 spent part of the summer in Vermont at the Vermont Studio Center, an artist’s residency program where approximately 50 artists and writers live and work for four to eight weeks at a time. She spent the rest of the summer at Anderson Ranch in Aspen, Colorado at another artist’s residency program. She is now teaching Beginning Printmaking as a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Andrea Nicole Driskell '00 was married to Zachary Nathaniel Berry on Friday, November 17, 2006 at the Chapel Fiorenza in Henderson, Nevada. John Watson '00 was married to Allison Armstrong Cutchins on August 5, 2006, at First Presbyterian Church in Virginia Beach. A reception followed at the Princess Anne Country Club. John’s bride is a graduate of Norfolk Academy and the University of Virginia while John completed his undergraduate degree at Auburn University. Following a honeymoon to St. Lucia, the couple lives in Alexandria, Virginia. Colin Kelly '01 is now an entrepreneur having opened Qdoba Mexican Grill in Virginia Beach.
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Katie Middleton '00 is engaged to be married to Jason (Jake) Britton Wright of Roanoke, Virginia. The groom to be is a graduate of Virginia Tech and now works for Bostwick Laboratories in Richmond. Katie is completing a bachelor’s of interdisciplinary studies at Virginia Commonwealth University. She plans to enter the field of early childhood education subsequent to graduation. Their wedding is planned for June 30, 2007 in Virginia Beach.
Alyssa Hochman '01 graduated from Dartmouth in 2005 and is living in Madison, Wisconsin, where she is employed by Epic Systems, a medical IT company. She is a project manager and travels a considerable amount which she really enjoys. Leslie Leffke '01 has moved to Texas to begin graduate studies at Texas A&M University in the master of architecture program.
Nicole Savvas Gatchell '01 has two beautiful daughters, Sidony, age four, who has entered Prekindergarten at CHCS, and Giorgia, almost two. Nicole runs an interior design business from her home called Artful Interiors. Her sister, Angela Savvas '05, is a sophomore at the University of Georgia.
Will Old '02 is completing a painting and printmaking degree at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts. He is additionally working part-time with Candid Color Photography and completing a studio on Hatteras Island. He enjoyed his first art show at Hell’s Kitchen in Norfolk. Megan McWaters Rathbone '02 married Dave Rathbone of Virginia Beach in June. Megan is employed by Heritage Business Strategies, a financial services firm, in a marketing and public relations capacity.
Annemieke Biesma '02 graduated from the University of Virginia and is in pursuing a master of science in international development at the University of Bath. She finds the city of Bath, England and the university most agreeable. Tamara Hathaway '02 graduated from James Madison University and is now working as a Food and Beverage Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Tyson’s Corner in Virginia.
Christian Layne '02 graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in civil engineering. He is now a project engineer with R. Stuart Royer & Associates in Richmond, Virginia. J. P. McNeil '02 graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in engineering. He has joined Delaware Investments, a division of the Lincoln Financial Group. J. P. is living and working in Philadelphia.
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Suezy Vaughan '02 graduated from the University of Richmond and is now working as an analyst for the Federal Government Group with the U. S. Postal Service at consulting firm Accenture. Tyler Wessell ’02 completed a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from the University of Virginia. She is currently working in Washington, D. C. as a marketing assistant with The Corporate Executive Board with CHCS and UVA alumna Bridget Bradley '01. Phil Medley '02 graduated from the College of William and Mary and is currently working as a legal assistant in the Law Offices of Thomas J. Powell. He is applying to a number of law schools on both the east and west coasts. Phil shares an apartment in Fairfax, Virginia with Brian Jarvis '02. Brian completed his undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University with a degree in computer engineering. He is currently employed as a software engineer with defense contractor Argon ST.
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Jack Harris '03, Graham Young '03, Ashley Schaefer '03, and Mike Nachman '03 all began their Cape Henry Collegiate School educations as kindergarten students in 1991. They will all graduate from James Madison University together in the spring of 2007.
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Pictured just prior to attending a James Madison University football game are Jerry Harris '03, Greg Creech '04, Graham Young '03, Alex Graber '03, Mike Nachman '03, and Jack Harris '03.
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Lindsey Hochman '03 earned a bronze medal at the U. S. Rowing Nationals in July. Lindsey is a senior at Colgate University and has been an integral member of the crew team since her freshman year. At the Nationals, Lindsey also earned a fifth-place finish in the lightweight single event where she advanced to the semifinals. She spent the summer training at the U. S. National Development Camp in Amherst, Massachusetts. According to her coach, Lindsey began her ascent to the elite ranks of rowing during the spring 2006 season when she was named to the All-Patriot League for Women’s Crew and as stroke of the Women’s Varsity eight. She lead the team to a third place finish at the Patriot League Championships.
A number of young alumni returned to CHCS to work and volunteer in a variety of summer programs. Pictured are Caroline Carter '05, Lisa Bateman '05, and Megan Mirmelstein '05.
Anne Lekven '04 has returned home to Norway where she is attending the University of Bergen where she is two years away from a bachelor’s in English literature. Anne’s email address is annelekven@hotmail.com. Ben Kuriloff '04 visits CHCS while spending a semester working for his family’s business and applying to a number of universities. Ben did not find a good fit with his first choice of college and is determined to find the right school.
Ryan Curran '04 is a studentathlete at the University of Mississippi. Ryan joined the football team as one of seven walk-ons in August. Ryan’s role is that of defensive back on the practice scout team that helps the starting offense prepare for their next opponent. While he does not yet dress for games, he looks forward to proving himself in the 2007 spring season. He is listed on the team roster and wears jersey number 25. Ryan’s academics are going well, and he expects to declare a major in exercise science. He has joined his girlfriend and fellow CHCS alumni, Kendall Bingham '05 and Tyler Brooks '05 at Ole Miss. Ryan’s odyssey can be read in its entirety on the CHCS website. Pictured is Joe Napolitano '05 a sophomore at Hampden-Sydney College visiting with Kendall and Tyler for the Ole Miss versus Georgia game in September.
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Amanda Scott '05 is a sophomore at Vanderbilt University. She is exploring a double major in chemical engineering and math with a minor in materials science and chemistry. Amanda is looking forward to another strong season running cross country. David Van Deveer '05, a sophomore at Hampden-Sydney College, enjoys a visit by his former CHCS teachers Mrs. Kim Johnson and Mrs. Julie Levine.
Young alums Brett Johnson '06, Alex Flowe '06, Adam Carr '06, and Ben Almond ’06 are pictured celebrating Brett’s 19th birthday in September. They are all now freshmen at Virginia Tech and were planning to catch the VT football game the next day.
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Alan Puglisi '06 is thoroughly enjoying his first semester at Vanderbilt University. He was recently selected for membership in the Vanderbilt Wind Ensemble. Wes Northam '06 is enjoying his freshman year at the College of William and Mary. Wes is a part of the Pep Band and pictured here with Dr. Gene Nichol, President of the college, during a Tribe football game.
Tyler VanderMeer '06 has joined the show choir, Encore, and the Fredericksburg Singers at the University of Mary Washington where he is a freshman. Tyler mentions a demanding schedule and the rigors of dancing for the show choir. He sings tenor for Encore and baritone with the Fredericksburg Singers, which is a mixed group of “townies” and students.
missing only one start, and helped anchor a UCF defense that earned five shutouts and posted a 1.02 GAA. She notched her first collegiate point with an assist in the game against Houston. Nikki was one of five UCF players, and the only freshman to receive AllConference USA honors, named to the second team. Nikki was also selected to the conference all-freshman team. Hunter Sanders '06 made the cheerleading squad at West Virginia University where he is a freshman. Blake Burlage '06 writes from Virginia Tech that she feels so prepared, “Whether it’s managing my time, reading, or writing a paper, it comes easily to me because of the preparation that Cape Henry gave me.” Mike Mallett '06 visited the School and posed with Mrs. Julie Scherrer.
Devin Nash '06 a freshman at the University of Georgia, received honorable mention on U. S. Lacrosse’s All-American Team. Nikki Moore '06 is a scholarship athlete at the University of Central Florida where she has been a starter for the Golden Knights on the soccer pitch. The freshmen class at UCF is an impressive group that includes three All-American selections and two players listed among the top 150 recruits in the nation by SoccerBuzz.com. The team finished the season with an impressive 11-5-2, 7-1-1 conference record. Nikki, an All-American pick, brings speed and technical know-how. She played in all of the team’s 18 matches,
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Each year, the Everett School students gathered on the 13th fairway of the Princess Anne Country Club Golf Course to show off their Halloween costumes. This photo from the Cape Henry archives is from the 1946-1947 academic year.
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