2013-2014 ANNUAL REPORT
Our Mission
To prepare students for success in an ever-changing world, our exceptional educators combine classic and innovative methods within a warm, nurturing environment. Providing our students: • an outstanding academic education • an awareness of their creative abilities • an understanding of their social responsibilities • a respect for and value of differences in people and points of view • a sense of responsibility for their personal and physical well-being
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Head of School Dear Friends,
the curriculum Mrs. Linda Noel, one of our exceptional pre-kindergarten teachers, is publishing. The students also benefited from the multi-day visit by artist Maria Ojascastro. Creating art from reusable materials truly inspired our students. Clearly they can think “outside-of-the-box” because their works of art were amazing!
From the start of day on August 20th, the first day of school in our 101st year, it was clear the year would prove to be a special one. Our senior kindergarten students launched our “Make Your Mark A Good One by Showing Gratitude” theme with a remarkable performance at our assembly in September. Early in the year, we also had a wonderful Family Night at the Zoo where students had the great opportunity to feed the stingrays. Our second graders continued their annual tradition of performing “The Doorbell Rang” with a new twist, holding the play in the Innovation Room and featuring “trailer” videos for each member of the performing cast on the Immersion Wall. These highlights from the first weeks of school set the stage for a stellar year filled with traditions old and new. In October, Wilson became the first (and only) school in St. Louis to participate in the Global Cardboard Challenge. This program inspired all grades to use their creativity to make cardboard constructions that fit with units of study. We held a culminating family event filling the Eugene Ruth Gymnasium with unique structures, all made from cardboard. Let Me Run, a new running club for boys, began in fall 2013 and quickly became a wonderful pairing to our longstanding Girls on the Run club. We became such a key member of this national club that we served as the host site for the annual coaches meeting and training seminar. We also offered Destination Imagination (DI) for the first time. The two inaugural Wilson teams were extremely successful as both qualified for the state-level competition. One of the teams even qualified for the global competition and traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to participate. As you can see, the fall was filled with energy and rigor and new opportunities for fitness and creative thinking that so perfectly fit our mission to prepare students for success in an ever-changing world. The winter was one of the coldest on record for St. Louis; though, it did not freeze excitement within the school. Sponsored by the Excellence Program, we enjoyed an author and artist visit. Former Wilson parent, June Herman (Andrea ’06 & Michael ’08) shared her book, “Goodnight St. Louis.” Our students enjoyed the visit, which complemented
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Spring brought even more new firsts. We launched the new MyWilson portal where students and parents can go for school happenings, class information, and of course wonderful pictures. The portal actually is best described as a learning management system through which our older students can also access grades and homework. Our upper grades piloted the use of on-line collaborative computer applications so that students and teachers can work together on a common research or writing project in real time. Supporting these initiatives was a parent session on the use of social media and online interaction led by nationallyrenowned expert Devorah Heitner. Whereas we have the good fortune of seeing high levels of success each year, the 2014 Annual Awards Assembly was one for the books! We saw awards for writing, math, science, fitness, Greek Mythology and so much more. It is wonderful to recognize the high number of regional and state awards, and this year we earned an impressive number at the national level. The Wilson School had a lot to celebrate in our 101st academic year. Our culture of partnership with families allows for these successes. Thank you for supporting our students, faculty and staff and for helping Wilson in every way possible! Sincerely,
Thad Falkner, Head of School
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Board President Dear Friends, Wilson’s 101st year was a time of continued investment in educational excellence, celebration, and visionary strategic planning for the future. Central to our school mission is preparing students for success in an ever-changing world. To do that, Wilson continually builds upon the foundation of the school’s century-long experience with innovative tools, techniques and curricula that engage and inspire our students to become life-long learners. For the first full year, Wilson students and educators enjoyed the benefits of our recent capital projects. The Innovation Room facilitates group work and problem solving and is of immense value in the creative instruction of all curriculum subjects across all grade levels. The Immersion Wall affords students the opportunity to connect with experts, participate in virtual field trips, collaborate, and experience virtual demonstrations. The expanded foreign language room and dedicated library learning space provide enhanced individualized instruction, and the renovated front entrance allows us to “welcome people well” to Wilson. In addition, during the summer of 2014, the front plaza was expanded to the north side of the building and includes an outdoor classroom, enabling our students to be inspired by our natural environment. In 2013-14, we celebrated the closing of the Centennial Campaign, the largest and most successful capital campaign in school history. Wilson raised $2,225,000 to fund our capital projects and grow the endowment that is so critical to our continued success. The Annual Fund and Thistle Auction collectively contributed nearly $250,000 towards school operations, while the Excellence Fund generated $73,000 in additional support. The Excellence Fund not only provides opportunities for professional development well above the national norm (and twice the resources of our peer schools) but it also serves as a catalyst for innovative programs and partnership. In addition, Wilson launched its first-ever Planned Giving initiative to support our growing endowment. Much of the efforts of the Board of Trustees during 2013-14 focused on long-range planning and refining our strategic vision for the school – a vision that closely aligns with our page 4
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mission and leverages our strengths for continued success. These activities launched in April 2013 at a retreat attended by trustees, faculty, administration, and parent volunteers. Retreat participants discussed overall trends in independent education, global and national strategic themes, and salient trends specifically related to Wilson. Coming out of the 2013 retreat, the Board identified three strategic areas for further evaluation – establishing excellence in marketing; leveraging our global competencies; and seeking new revenue sources. During 2013-14, planning sub-committees for each of these three focus areas were tasked with additional research and strategic evaluation and presented findings at a retreat in April 2014. In spring 2015, the Board of Trustees intends to share the planning results that will position Wilson for continued success in the next 10 years and well beyond. As I reflect on my two years as Board President, I am further convinced that Wilson is well prepared for excellence in its next 100 years. Our exceptional educators provide individualized instruction in a warm, nurturing environment where every student feels known. We have made vital and strategic improvements in our programs and facilities, and we have a strong strategic vision and leadership for the school. As the parent of a Wilson alum, it is clear to me that Wilson challenges our students, identifies their talents and passions, and creates opportunities that change lives. I would like to thank all of you for making Wilson such a wonderful place. I am deeply grateful to our current parents who entrust Wilson with educating your children, to our outstanding teachers and staff who provide such an exceptional experience for our children each and every day, and to our many friends who believe in our mission and provide generous support to ensure the success of the school for today’s children and many generations to come. Wilson is a special community, and I am thankful to be a part of it. Sincerely,
Ashley George Gill Board President 2013-2014 annual report
Board of Trustees
Ex Officio
Ashley George Gill President
Thad Falkner Head of School
Kelly Fleming Vice President
Mary McKown PA President
David Farrell Treasurer
Emeriti:
Megan Philip Secretary
Hal Faught * Dora R. Gianoulakis Steven Goldstein Cheryl Gutting Joy Liss Margaret Milbourn Marian Nunn Richard Rapfogel
Rob Akred Judson Calkins David Christenson Catherine Faught George Fujii LaVonne Ginger Mike Greene Rob McCormick Fernando MercĂŠ Linda Roby Steve Shepley Leon Waxer Jennifer Woods Angela Zeng
Advisory Council Cicardi Bruce, Jr Candy Cady Jessica Liss Terry Mulligan Irma Patton Florence Shinkle Robin Wald *Deceased
Centennial Campaign Executive Committee Joy and Jay Liss, Honorary Chairs Ashley George Gill, Chair Lisa and David Christenson, Major Gifts Chairs Melissa and Michael Greene, Parents Chairs Tom Horlacher, Alumni Families Chair Michelle Swanson, Grandparents Chair Judson Calkins, Foundation Chair
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At The Wilson School, we pride ourselves on our nurturing environment where every student feels known and connected to the community.
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Administration
Faculty
Head of School Thad M. Falkner
Pre-Kindergarten Linda Noel Debbie Wilhelms
Sixth Grade Charla Gray Joseph Thomas
Junior Kindergarten Fritz Fahrenkamp Amy Wilson
Science—Grades 4, 5 and 6 Angie Zinkl
Assistant Head of School Andrea Ruth Administrative Coordinator Marie Unanue Director of Admissions Laura C. Hartung Director of Marketing Jeannette C. Thompson Development Coordinator Elizabeth Macanufo Director of Finance Cyndi Ludwinski School Secretary Jeannie Shay Student Services Coordinator Miguel Figueras Summer Camp Coordinator Michael Hinkebein
Senior Kindergarten Michael Hinkebein Mary Jaeger First Grade Lauren Cappell Penny Lyles Second Grade Miguel Figueras Maureen Zeman Third Grade Carolyn Cady Mara Goldschmidt Fourth Grade Roberta Goldfeder Lisa Leuther
Technology Melika Panneri Library Pamela Comello Art Diane Signor Mary Elizabeth Tipton French/Latin Joana Ocros-Ritter Music Rebecca Donaldson Physical Education Rachel Simpson
Fifth Grade Laurie Finkenkeller Kevin McGinnis
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Academic Achievements Teachers at The Wilson School take a cooperative, problem-solving approach to the learning process. We encourage our students to ask questions and to think critically. We integrate research, technology and project-based learning into the classroom in order to enhance the curriculum and engage students in meaningful ways. Our students consistently rank in the top 10th percentile nationally in achievement testing and enjoy excellent secondary school placement. We are proud that, because of the strong academic foundation set at Wilson, they become good citizens and leaders in their professions and communities.
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Graduates of The Wilson School are well prepared and ready for the next step in their education.
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Students in the class of 2014 were accepted to the following schools:
Ever since The Wilson School graduated its first class, our alumni have gone on to be accepted to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities throughout the United States. • Boston University • Brown University • California Institute of Technology • Columbia University • Duke University • Harvard University • Northwestern University • Princeton University • Stanford University • University of Notre Dame • Washington University in St. Louis • Wellesley College • West Point U.S. Military Academy • Yale University the wilson school
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2013-2014
Giving Annual Giving Campaign 2013-2014 Thistle Society Cornerstone Members Heather and Rob Akred Catherine A. Faught Michelle and Robert McCormick Kaisa-Leena and Charles Stucke Christine Moody and Stephen Tillery Thistle Society Leadership Circle Anonymous Candy and Flip Cady Ashley George Gill and Scott Gill Chris Merryman Gueck and Jim Gueck Tania Beasley-Jolly and William Jolly Wells Fargo Foundation Thistle Society 1913 Benefactor Anonymous Melinda and Jeffrey Bierman Tera Harrington and Gregory Bantrup Reneé and Marvin Dufner Hélène Urvoaz and David Farrell Mary and Gerard Gunther Kerri and Ray Hartmann Angela Zeng and Shawn Hu Marye Gleva and Chuck Huddleston Joy and Jay Liss K. C. and Fernando Mercé Monsanto Rama Suresh and Suresh Narayanan Robin and Joel Prakken Linda and G. Ronald Roby Marian Nunn and Tom Wendel Jennifer and Jason Woods
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Thistle Society Sponsor Anonymous Kelly Fleming and Philippe Ballet Monique and Galen Bingham Mary and Christopher Bloomstran Elaine Moss and Alan Breckenridge Pilar and Judson Calkins Lisa and David Christenson The Coca-Cola Foundation Hillary and Daniel Elfenbein Betty and David Farrell Tao Zhang and Joseph Flaherty Tanya and Bart French Terri and George Fujii Abby and Joe Goldberg Janet and Tom Horlacher Nancy Joist Amanda and Michael Klopfenstein Lori and Steven Krekeler Stacey Lai and Samson Li Kimberly and Eric Livingston Cole and Anthony McBride Betsy Tuttle-Newhall and Phil Newhall Megan and Matthew Philip Susan Culican and John Pruett Rachel and Scott Rose Lori and Bruce Roth Steve Shepley Bettina and Stephen Strauss Sarah Griesbach and Florian Thomas Elna Nagasako and Leon Waxer Wilson Partner Anheuser-Busch Amy and Thad Falkner Sally and Steve Gelfman Charla and Ashley Gray Rochelle and John E. Hall
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Brooke Shadel and Steven Lawrence Mary Tricamo Park and Ben Park Katie and Michael Scaggs Joyce Koenig and Kenneth Schowengerdt Nikoleta Kolovos and Douglas Schuerer Alison and Scott Silvestry The Thomas Hill Ward Foundation Wilson Promoter Canan and Burchan Bayazit Cynthia and Alex Berger III Olivia Bour Christy Cavallini Megan and Michael Cleary Anne Pokoski and Ian Cohen Dahven White and Allan Doctor Jean and Francis Duda Shelly and Mike Edwards Elizabeth and Christopher Feldmeir Susy Stark and Paul Fendler Mara and Rich Goldschmidt Miechele Catt and Josh Goldstien Molly and Peter Gray Anne-Marie and Dominic Greene Melissa and Michael Greene Cissy and Jim Hacking in honor of Abby and Kate Gray Laura Hartung Mary Ellen and Donald Hawf Amy and Andrew Hogenson Mary and Bradford Hohenberg Bill Kafig Friederike and Daniel Kreisel Victoria and Stephen LeResche Cyndi and Rob Ludwinski Melanie and Christopher McKean
Mary and Michael McKown Heather Flabiano and Ross Murfin Allégra Clément-Bayard and Andrew Newman Irma Patton Miriam Rodin Andrea and Justin Ruth Becky Glenn and Gene Ruth Maria and Charles Schweizer Nicole Deptula-Sherwood and Karna Sherwood Shaista and Sameer Siddiqui Marilyn and Les Small Michelle and Tim Swanson Rachel Shoup and Michael Swiston Barbara and Lawrence Taylor Nauty and Kevin Teubner Jeannette and Nathan Thompson Thomson Reuters Marie Unanue Elsie Listrom and David Wood Wilson Friend Stephanie Ackerman Safa Alai Kris Brill and Leo Asaro Romila and Naeem Aslam Margaret and Zachary Baisch Teresa Benbenek Isabel and Craig Biesterfeld Janet Solecki and Flint Boettcher Taylor Bruce Margaret Dunbar and James Butler Carolyn Cady Lauren and Eric Cappell Letah Carruthers Amanda and Matthew Cashen Martha Charepoo Nuviah Shirazi and Stephen Clark Pamela Comello Shelley Porter and Michael Connon Jocelyn and Herbert Damper Matthew DeWaelsche Meryl DeWoskin Christina and Sean Doherty Rebecca Donaldson Jamila Dover Christy and David Drew Bob and Sarah Dunn Dianne and Gerald Elfenbein Kelly and Joseph Esposito M. Fritz Fahrenkamp Karen and Miguel Figueras Laurie and Bob Finkenkeller Rollin and Diane Fishback Ailce Duarte-Fletcher and Gregory Fletcher
Nancy J. Frantz in honor of Joy and Jay Liss’ birthdays Julie Friedman Lisa and Matthew Gieseking Sara and Eric Gilbert Roberta and Maury Goldfeder Deborah Finkelstein and Rob Grimm Eliza Halcomb Margaret Hermes Cynthia Whited and Michael Hinkebein Suzanne and Theodore Hoffman Mary Cox and Johns Hopkins Mary and Ray Jaeger Hank Jonas Cristi and Willie King Lisa and Tim Leuther Yumeng and Shawn Mahoney Penny Lyles Elizabeth and James Macanufo Sarah and Matthew MacEwan Kathie and Peter MacEwan Kathryn and Sidney Machefsky Stephanie and Doug Madison Anne and Jeremy Mayes Carolyn and Kevin McGinnis Beth Meyer and A. Dale Stohre Twinda Murry and Thomas Miller Theresa and Michael Mulligan Heejin Lee and Jihyun Nam New York Life Linda and Claude Noel Joana Ocros-Ritter and Detlef Ritter Ohimai Ehimiaghe and Uche OhimaiEhimiaghe Mike Panneri Melika and Nick Panneri Shannon Parker Jacqueline Perryman Judith Porter Patricia and John Pruett
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Elizabeth Blake and Ruben Rosario Leila Sadat and Andrew Ruben Tiwi and Mark Rush Elisabeth Schmidt Kristin and Ben Scully Beth Fisher and Amit Shah Bipin and Karuna Shah Jeannie and Terry Shay Tatyana Demidovich and Stanley Shenderov Diane Signor Luther Simmons Rachel Simpson Karen and Robert Slonim Ann Thomas-Smith and Michael Smith in honor of Madeline Jersan Lindsay and Joe Thomas Carolyn Traube Debbie and Pete Wilhelms Amy and Mike Wilson Patricia and Michael Wolff Maureen and Buz Zeman Angie and Ken Zinkl Excellence Program Donors Heather and Rob Akred Anheuser-Busch Anonymous Kelly Fleming and Philippe Ballet Canan and Burchan Bayazit Carolyn Cady Pilar and Judson Calkins Lauren and Eric Cappell Letah Carruthers Amanda and Matthew Cashen Lisa and David Christenson Nuviah Shirazi and Stephen Clark Megan and Michael Cleary Pamela Comello
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Tanya and Bart French Terri and George Fujii Ashley George Gill and Scott Gill Lisa and Matthew Gieseking Abby and Joe Goldberg Roberta and Maury Goldfeder Mara Goldschmidt Charla and Ashley Gray Molly and Peter Gray Anne-Marie and Dominic Greene Deborah Finkelstein and Rob Grimm Chris Merryman Gueck and Jim Gueck John E. Hall Mary and Ray Jaeger Amanda and Michael Klopfenstein Brooke Shadel and Steven Lawrence Lisa and Tim Leuther Stacey Lai and Samson Li Joy and Jay Liss Yumeng and Shawn Mahoney Cyndi and Rob Ludwinski Penny Lyles Elizabeth and James Macanufo Anne and Jeremy Mayes Carolyn and Kevin McGinnis Melanie and Christopher McKean K. C. and Fernando Mercé Monsanto Heather Flabiano and Ross Murfin Betsy Tuttle-Newhall and Phil Newhall Linda and Claude Noel Melika and Nick Panneri Mary Tricamo Park and Ben Park Shannon Parker Megan and Matthew Philip Judith Porter Susan Culican and John Pruett
Joana Ocros-Ritter and Detlef Ritter Linda and G. Ronald Roby Elizabeth Blake and Ruben Rosario Lori and Bruce Roth Andrea and Justin Ruth Joyce Koenig and Kenneth Schowengerdt Jeannie and Terry Shay Steve Shepley Ann Thomas-Smith and Michael Smith in honor of Lillian Jersan Beth Meyer and A. Dale Stohre Kaisa-Leena and Charles Stucke Michelle and Tim Swanson Barbara and Lawrence Taylor Lindsay and Joe Thomas Jeannette and Nathan Thompson Elna Nagasako and Leon Waxer Wells Fargo Foundation Debbie and Pete Wilhelms Amy and Mike Wilson Patricia and Michael Wolff Jennifer and Jason Woods Maureen and Buz Zeman Angie and Ken Zinkl Special Recognition 100% Annual Giving Participation: • Wilson School Board of Trustees • Wilson School Faculty & Administration • Pre-Kindergarten Parents
Endowment Jay and Joy Liss Frank Seeger Mabel Wilson Society Founder’s Circle Herbert Atherton* Catherine and Hal* Faught Ashley George Gill and Scott Gill *Deceased In-Kind Hélène Urvoaz and David Farrell Bill Kafig Yumeng and Shawn Mahoney Plastic Band Special Gifts and Projects Rebecca Donaldson Hillary and Daniel Elfenbein Catherine A. Faught Mary and Michael McKown
The Mabel Wilson Society All planned giving donors will be included in the newly formed Mabel Wilson Society. This group will ensure the legacy of our founder, an innovative educator and loving woman. Planned gifts designated to The Wilson School will be directed toward our endowment, which in turn provides the school with a reliable source of income in perpetuity. These essential funds support Wilson’s ability to provide tuition assistance, professional development and curriculum enhancement.
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2014 Après Ski
Thistle Auction Volunteer Leadership Auction Steering Committee Lisa Christenson Devon Fischer Melissa Greene Advertising Heather Akred Cole McBride Acknowledgements and Mailing Kerri Hartmann Procurement Melanie McKean Class Projects Reneé Dufner Class Baskets K.C. Mercé Communications Megan Philip Dance Coordinators Rexford Calkins, Amarah Friedman, Lindsey Okafor, Brooke Perryman, Rachel Simpson Decorations Devon Fischer Invitation Design Melika Panneri
Program Book Rob Akred, Megan Philip Sign-Up Parties Melinda Bierman, Kristin Scully Class Sign-Up Parties Shelly Edwards Auction Donors PK Class JK Class SK Class 1st Grade Class 2nd Grade Class 3rd Grade Class 4th Grade Class 5th Grade Class 6th Grade Class 1st National Bank Allen Outdoor Solutions Anonymous Stacey Asher Baskin Farm Big Shark Bicycle Company Biggies Restaurant The Block Restaurant Blood & Sand Bob’s Seafood Botanicals Design Studio Brazikat Brazilian Steak & Seafood House Elaine Moss and Alan Breckenridge Brentwood Dental Group Bristol Seafood Grill Broadway Oyster Bar Butler’s Pantry Carolyn Cady
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Cakes by Lynn Pilar Calkins Lauren Cappell Cardinal Car Wash Casa Loma Ballroom Challenger Learning Center Chandler Hill Vineyards Martha Charepoo Chesterfield Athletic Club Chestnut Mountain Resort Lisa and David Christenson Circus Flora City of Clayton Parks & Recreation CJ Muggs Megan and Michael Cleary COCA CODI The Boutique Pam Comello Shelley Porter and Michael Connon Creve Coeur Camera Dahven White and Allan Doctor Rebecca Donaldson Dot Dot Dash Drury Hotels Reneé and Marvin Dufner Shelly and Mike Edwards Electronic Arts Inc. Elemental Esthetics Extra Virgin - An Olive Ovation Fritz Fahrenkamp Thad Falkner The Family Arena Farmer Girl Catherine Faught Miguel Figueras Laurie Finkenkeller Five Star Burgers Tao Zhang and Louis Flaherty
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Garden Heights Nursery Gateway Arch Gateway Crossfit Chris Georgen Gifted Resource Council Ginger Bay Salon Abby and Joe Goldberg Roberta Goldfeder Caroline Goldschmidt Mara Goldschmidt Charla Gray Molly and Peter Gray The Great Cover Up Green Mountain Coffee Anne-Marie and Dominic Greene Melissa and Mike Greene Gregory’s Creative Cuisine Deborah Finkelstein and Robert Grimm Gringo Gus’ Pretzel Shop Gymboree Hampton Inn and Suites at Forest Park Happy Tails Kerri and Ray Hartmann Highlights Magazine Michael Hinkebein Hodak’s Mary and Brad Hohenberg Home Wine Kitchen Infinity Laser Hair Removal & Skin Rejuvenation Mary Jaeger Jon Thomas Salon Spa Seneca Jones Cristi and Willie King Korein Tillery, LLC Kreis’ Restaurant
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Randy Kunin Laugh Factory Brooke Shadel and Steven Lawrence Lisa Leuther Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Look After Hair Company Penny Lyles Elizabeth Macanufo Mad Science The Magic House Yumeng and Shawn Mahoney Ken Mallin Max & Erma’s Cole and Anthony McBride Kevin McGinnis Melanie and Chris McKean Mary and Michael McKown K.C. and Fernando Mercé Missouri Botanical Garden Morgenthaler’s The Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago Museum of Transportation Myseum Nestlé Purina Nico Linda Noel Joana Ocros-Ritter Olivette Lanes Overlook Farm Paisley Boutique Melika Panneri Mary Tricamo Park and Ben Park Megan and Matthew Philip The Pilates & Yoga Center of Ladue Pilates & Yoga of Clayton Pin Up Bowl
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Preston Salon Spa PRP Wine International Rachel and Scott Rose Lori and Bruce Roth Andrea and Justin Ruth Becky Glenn and Gene Ruth Adriana and Neil Schanbusch Schlafly Beer Schnucks Diane Signor Silver Maple Farm Alison Silvestry Rachel Simpson Skip to My Loo, LLC Splash St. Louis Cardinals St. Louis Carousel St. Louis Cinemas St. Louis Rams St. Louis Science Center Stanley Steemer Strauss Peyton Kaisa-Leena and Charles Stucke Sunshine Drapery & Interior Design Swing Around Fun Town Table Team Central Gymnastics Ted Drewes Joe Thomas Jeannette Thompson Time for Dinner Mary Beth Tipton Tower Tee Golf Upper Limits Urban Chestnut Brewing Company Vie Villa Duschesne
W. Schiller & Co., Inc Wehrenberg Theatres Welsch Heating and Cooling Debbie Wilhelms Amy Wilson Christina and Timothy Wombles Jennifer and Jason Woods Yoga Source Maureen Zeman Angie Zinkl 2014 Joy Liss Faculty Appreciation Fund
Auction Underwriters Lisa and David Christenson Judith A. Hartung Mary and Michael McKown Adriana and Neil Schanbusch In-Kind Donors Abstrakt Marketing Accolade Bryan Cave Dominic Greene Andrew Newman Melika Panneri
The Joy Liss Faculty Appreciation Fund was established in honor of the many years of outstanding service given by Mrs. Joy Liss to The Wilson School. Contributions to the fund underwrite faculty attendance at the Thistle Auction. Anonymous Heather and Rob Akred Kelly Fleming and Philippe Ballet Pilar and Judson Calkins Lisa and David Christenson Marvin and Reneé Dufner Kelly and Joseph Esposito Hélène Urvoaz and David Farrell Ann French Bart and Tanya French Terri and George Fujii Ashley George Gill and Scott Gill LaVonne Ginger Melissa and Mike Greene Chris Merryman Gueck and Jim Gueck Mary and Brad Hohenberg Angela Zeng and Shawn Hu Amanda and Michael Klopfenstein Joy and Jay Liss Anne and Jeremy Mayes Michelle and Rob McCormick Mary and Michael McKown K.C. and Fernando Mercé Lori and Andrew O’Brien Shannon Parker Megan and Matthew Philip Linda and Ronald Roby Miriam Rodin Steve Shepley Alison and Scott Silvestry Christine Moody and Stephen Tillery Jessica Liss and Steve Traube Elna Nagasako and Leon Waxer Marian Nunn and Tom Wendel Jennifer and Jason Woods
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Parents’ Association
Summary of Activities The Wilson School Parents’ Association (PA) supported many wonderful activities and events for The Wilson School community during the 2013-2014 school year.
PA Fundraising Artsonia Book Fairs Innisbrook Wrapping Paper & Specialty Gift Sale Parent Dues Passive Fundraising: • Gift cards • Schnucks • Target Wilson Family Sports Nights Wilson Wear
Activities Supported by PA Artsonia Birthday Book Club Book Fairs: • Barnes & Noble Book Fair • Scholastic Book Fair • Used Book Sale Centennial Capital Campaign Class Trips for 5th & 6th grades Cosmic Bowl Innisbrook School Supplies Parent Coffees School Picnic Speaker Series Event Staff Appreciation: • Birthday Gifts • Conference Day Luncheons • Teacher Appreciation Week Wilson Family Sports Nights: • Blues • Cardinals • Rams Wilson Wear: • Fall and Spring Collections • Lands End • Team Uniforms Yearbook
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Parents’ Association Leadership Officers President Mary McKown Vice President Christy Doherty
Email Christine Moody Scholastic Book Fair Rachel Rose Angela Zeng
Secretary Melanie McKean
School Picnic Clare Brady Scott Rose
Treasurer Keith Fuller
School Supplies Monica Witherspoon
Committees – Chair/Co-Chairs
Speaker Series K.C. Mercé Monica Gunther
Artsonia Christine Moody Birthday Book Club Marie Unanue Birthday Bulletin Board Tiwi Rush Book Sale Kerri Hartmann Elaine Moss Cosmic Bowl Sally Gelfman Lysa Sayad
Staff Appreciation Shelly Edwards Rachel Rose Used Book Sale Sarah Griesbach Jim Gueck
Parents’ Representative Committee PK – Sarah and Matthew MacEwan JK – Molly Gray SK – Hélène Urvoaz 1st – Shelly Edwards 2nd – Reneé Dufner 3rd – Rachel Rose 4th – K.C. Mercé 5th – Tanya French 6th – Clare Brady Alternates PK – Devon Fischer JK – Mary Hohenberg SK – Devon Fischer 1st – Angela Zeng 2nd – Kerri Hartmann 3rd – Robin Prakken 4th – Reneé Dufner 5th – Melinda Bierman 6th – Cathy Bansch
Wilson Wear Melinda Bierman Megan Philip Wrapping Paper Sale Heather Akred Reneé Dufner Yearbook Joseph Esposito
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Financial The Wilson School Summary Financial Summary of Activities
The financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014, were audited by an independent accounting firm and they have issued an unmodified opinion on their auditor's report. The following is a summary of that information and is not intended to be a full set of financials. The audited financial statements, in their entirety, are available upon request.
Summary Statement of Activities For the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014
Revenues & Support Summary
Revenues & Support
Tuition and Fees Tuition Assistance Tuition, Net Extracurricular Activities Annual Giving Special Events, Net Other
$
Total Revenues and Support
3,115,127 (400,144) 2,714,983 225,142 250,567 93,049 59,663
Extracurricular Activities 7%
Tuition, Net 81%
81% 7% 7% 3% 2%
Annual Giving 7% Special Events, Net 3%
3,343,404
Expenses
Educational Programs General and Administrative Fundraising
2,855,970 691,351 112,746
Total Expenses
Other 2%
78% 19% 3%
Expenses Summary
3,660,067
Other Revenues (Expenses)*
Capital Campaign Contributions Extraordinary Gain
Educational Programs 78%
215,283 233,749
Total Other Revenues (Expenses) Change in Net Assets
General and Administrative 19%
449,032 $
Fundraising 3%
132,369
* Other Revenues (Expenses) are not included in the summary pie charts.
Summary Statement of Financial Position As of June 30, 2014 Assets
Current Assets Promises to Give, Net Current Portion Investments Property and Equipment, Net Investments, Donor Restricted Total Assets
$
$
1,199,018 369,807 68,000 8,067,761 240,605 9,945,191
Liabilities
Current Liabilities Long Term Liabilities Total Liabilities
$
Net Assets
Net Assets
Total Liabilities & Net Assets
1,407,709 3,536,956 4,944,665 5,000,526
$
9,945,191
The financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014, were audited by an independent accounting firm and they have issued an unmodified opinion on their auditor’s report. The following is a summary of that information and is not intended to be a full set of financials. The audited financial statements, in their entirety, are available upon request. page 18
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The Tradition of Excellence Continues We are grateful for the community support that enables The Wilson School to provide unprecidented opportunities for our students, educators and staff. Together, we are able to consistently achieve beyond the national norms for independent schools in the areas of faculty tenure, investment in professional development and student achievement. Thank you!
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This report honors donors who have made gifts to The Wilson School during the 2013-2014 fiscal year. We have reviewed the names of the contributors listed as carefully as possible, but errors may still occur. If your name has been omitted, misspelled or incorrectly listed, please notify the Development Office.
The Wilson School 400 DeMun Avenue Clayton, MO 63105 314-725-4999 wilsonschool.com
emacanufo@wilsonschool.com
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