Chronicle (Winter, 1992)

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CARDIGAN CHRONICLE Winter 1992

Bringing Real Life to the Classroom:

The Revival of the Eastern Ski Program

Math Classes Participate in Simulation Stock Market Often students wonder about the relevancy of their studies to the real world in which they will be working in a few short years. For example, they sometimes question the importance of having to "solve for x" or of learning weights and measures. At Cardigan, however, the faculty work hard to relate theory and information to practical application as much as is possible within the context of classroom learning.

Steve Fenton, a Cardigan math teacher, has involved his seventh and eighth grade students in a special simulation learning experience by having them participate in The Stock Market Game, sponsored by The Boston Globe. Their participation in this activity has given these boys a "taste of real life," and at the same time utilized their math skills.

Approximately 75 schools throughout New Hampshire (high schools included) took part in this educational activity. On the regional level, 43 New Hampshire middle sch09ls Were involved.

Each of Fenton's math classes was divided into-two teams this fall, and each of those fourteams received a $100,000 mock bank roll at the start. The teams individually chose a portfolio of stocks from the three exchanges (NYSE, AMEX, and NASDQ), reported their choices to the game's headquarters once a week, and then watched and waited as their "investments" were affected by the market. Everything in this game is based on the actual prices of the stock market, bringing the game that much closer to "real life."

The scan sheets upon which the teams' choices were reported showed any buying and selling the team had carried out, as well as any price limits they_may have decided to set. They were sent on a weekly basis to Kansas State University where they were handled by the Regional Processing Center.

Decisions made by the teams could become further complicated if they chose to bhy "on margin" orto "short sell." In an interest to have his students stick to the basics and learn them well, Fenton encouraged his students to avoid either of these somewhat risky strategies, but, at one point, a team inadvertently bought "on margin" (exceeding its bank roll limit), and the results were mixed.

Just how realistic is the game?

Fenton asserts that it's "as realistic as you can get without actually doing it." And he ought to know . Fenton is familiar with the ins and outs of investments, having worked three years for Scudder, Stevens, and Clark, an investment company in Boston, before joining the faculty here.

Not only were the game's prices based on actual prices, he says, but teams had to ·account for "broker's fees" each time they made a transaction.

The students could trade on a daily basis if they so chose, but Fenton's advice was to buy and hold. In general, this was the course each Cardigan team followed, and the stocks they invested in were, for the most part, Dow Jones ("Blue Chip") type stocks such as Nike, Mobil Oil; AT&T, Delta, and Pepsi. The teams only sold some of their stocks.

Eastern Skiing's beautiful views

On a weekly basis, the teams received their state and regional rankings as well as a listing of their market activity for the week. The report showed what the team had bought and sold, the prices at which each transaction was rriade, whether the team had gained or lost over the week, the broker's fees, and the total value of the portfolio. The teams also received a weekly newsletter, In the News, which reported real-life market news and activity.

Fenton's reasons for playing the game were several. Primarily, he wanted the students to learn how various aspects of the economy, such as interest rates and the money supply, are affecting the stock market. Basic tactics he encouraged were: to buy the stocks of companies that were fairly solid, and "hold," and to "buy low and sell high ." Incidentally, one of the lessons that the participants learned through experience was that it is not always beneficial to sell a stock that is not doing well and buy another that is; in that case, one would

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Reaching out to the Elderly and Ill

Cardigan students Todd Norton and Chris Simons enjoy a moment with Mr. William Seeber at McKerley Health Center

Cardigan Volunteers Serve Upper Valley and Cardigan Communities Student volunteerism is strong at Cardigan, and the School's Club Program provides numerous opportunities for students to contribute valuable services for the betterment of the Cardigan and Upper Valley communities. Neil Brier, Head of the Cardigan Club Program, has emphasized the importance of helping students understand the concepts of outreach and service.

For example, clubs provide services to the ill and needy in the Upper Valley and are active on campus in the recycling proGrandparents' Weekend May 2-3 gram and campus environmental cleanup.

Commencement May 30

Dates to Remember

Students who opt to reach out to those outside of CMS might find themselves in either Mr. Clark's or Mr. Macdonald's van on Thursday afternoons. Mr. Clark takes boys to the McKerley Health Care Center in Lebanon to visit with elderly residents, and Mr. Macdonald's club members volunteer at the new Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. Students in both clubs find the experience extremely rewarding and worthwhile.

"Working with the elderly was an enjoyable and memorable experience.

We hope other students will follow in our footsteps," say Todd Norton and Chris Simons, both seniors, of their visits to the nursing home.

Of his Hospital Club Mr. Macdonald says, "Any activity which makes a person aware of his or her social responsibility to help others is a worth while ven lure. The boys improve the quality of life forthe people they work with." And Ladi Oguntoyinbo '92, who participates in this club, feels the same. Heis aware that he is a bright spot in the life of the person with whom he works, and he feels responsiblefor showing up as expected every time.

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Under the guidance of Coaches Stew Richmond and Bob Gregg, Cardigan's Eastern Ski Program has been reestablished. Cardigan Mountain Ski Ciub, one component of Cardigan's Alpine Team, is once again competing in the Eastern Division of the United States Ski Association.

The Eastern program is a series of alpine races for skiers of different ages and abilities. Most ski areas in New England sponsor U.S.S.A. ski clubs whose racers compete in this weekend race series, and Cardigan, too, sponsors such a club. The program is designed to introduce young skiers to competitive skiing and to help teach racing skills.

In addition to the new Eastern program, Cardigan continues to compete in the Junior Varsity and Third Team meets of the region's prep schools and, periodically, races against ski clubs oflocal public schools. These races take place on Wednesdays, and all of our racers compete'in this series.

Coach Gregg feels that one of the berwfi.te, 0fh:ivirig lhf" F./JSIP. rn Pm~ram_ as well as the regular Alpine team is that these boys benefit from the introduction to high quality, competitive skiing. In tum, it broadens · "the geographic base from which Cardigan attracts its students. " People from all over the Eastern United States become aware of Cardigan's existence when these boys compete; the school receives a lot of exposure.

Coach Richmond and Coach Gregg were instrumental in reestablishing the Eastern program at Cardigan. Mr. Richmond, in his third year here, has many years of experience in competitive and instructional skiing from his days at St. Paul's School, Colby College, and from his years with the Sugarloaf Mountain Ski School. Many of his racers, who have graduated in the past two years, are . now enjoying considerable success this season on the home slopes of skiing power houses such as Holderness School and Gould Academy.

Coach Gregg, a graduate of Holderness School and the University of New Hampshire, has five years of instructional skiing experience, in addition to eight years of Eastern skiing experience. Both coaches look forward to the continued development of the whole

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Serenity House

Parents Weekend:

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Auction Action!

Sports Update

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Faculty Profile

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The Cardigan Chronicle Stock Market Game, from p.l likely be "selling low and buying high."

Patience is likely to be a virtue in this situation. Waiting for the stock's price to come up before selling is the recommended approach.

The students also learned that it's better at times to hold on to cash for the short-term when the market is going down, and that this may also be a good time to buy. One needs to keep the future in mind ("buy the rumor; sell the fact").

Interestingly, the Cardigan team that had the largest cash position after Week Eight was experiencing more success than the other three teams and quickly learned that it is all right NOT to invest, particularly when the market is down.

Cardigan's results after eight weeks were promising. One of the seventh grade teams was ranked 9th on the state level.

On the regional level, that same team ranked 3rd out of 43. Fenton said that "getting the results each week kept the kids going."

Despite the fact that the $100,000 bank rolls were fictitious, there was a "pot o' gold" for which the participating teams could strive. At the game's finish, the top team in each region was to receive savings bonds for each of the team members, and the top three teams were invited to attend lunch at, and take a tour of, The Boston Globe facilities. In the standings after ten weeks, one of Cardigan's teams ranked 4th .

The rewards of the game were not exclusively for top finishers, however.

The "pot o' gold," perhaps more importantly, includes things that are more in tangible than money. The taste of real life, · the chance to connect classroom siudies to the real world, is a reward that cannot be surpassed by any monetary reward . The CMS students were so enthusiastic about playing, in fact, that they already look forward to playing again in the spring when a second game will ~ offered.

Fenton hopes to get more mathematics sections and teachers involved in the spring game. "I've been really pleased with the game," he says. "It can be kept reasonably simple ·while still teaching the fundamentals of the stock market."

-Stephanie McCusker

... Eastern Skiing, from p. 1 Alpine Ski Program.

Cardigan currently has seven boys who represent the ski club at Eastern races.

These Cougars are: Aki Suzuki, Alben Belliveau,Alex Cazanas,JonFalby, Toby Huggett, Tom Eckfeldt, and Yarrow Thome.

Thanks to many supportive parents, interested students, and dedicated coaches, the program is now thriving. It is the hope of the coaches that the successes of these racers will encourage more Cardigan skiers to join the Eastern program.

-BobGreggandStewartRichmond

The CARDIGAN CHRONICLE

The Cardigan Chronicle is published four times yearly and sent to alumni, present and past parents, grandparents and friends of the School who wish to receive it. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS, please notify the Development Office, Cardigan Mountain School, RR2, Box 58, Canaan, NH 03741.

Cameron K. Dewar, Headmaster James S. Burnett, Dean of Students Jeffrey D. Hicks, Director of Admissions James N. Marrion, Director of Athletics Robert D. Small, Director of Studies Faith Degenhart, Director of Development David McCusker, Director, Alumni Affairs Chris Morse, Co-Editor, Chronicle Stephanie McCusker, Co-Editor, Chronicle

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Faculty Profile: The Reverend Mr. Harry Mahoney

For25 years, theReverendMr. Harry Mahoney has been serving CMS as Chaplain, religion teacher, dorm parent, club leader, Christmas Pageant director, emergency medical trip supervisor, counselor, and friend to all. He is a graduate of Boston University, whereheeamedaB.S. in Education, and of Andover Newton Theological School where he received his Bachelor of Divinity. The training he received both in teaching and pastoring has served Mr. Mahoney and Cardigan

well. Mr. Mahoney loves working with students who eagerly join his Magic and Amateur Radio Oubs. He says he "enjoys seeing a boy go on and bring joy to others through performing magic" or contribute to his community by his training in radio communications. His seminary training in clinical studies at Boston City Hospital aids him in handling emergency medical trips.

The emergency room staff at nearby Mary Hitchcock Hospital has commended him in this capacity. He teaches the religion classes, capably supervises a dorm, and provides individual students with preparation for confirmation, church membership, Bar Mitzvahs, and related studies. Cardigan is truly fortunate to have the commitment of such a man as this multi-talented person.

It became clear in this recent interview that Mr. Mahoney sees his position as religious advisor as the most vital aspect of his life here on campus.

Chronicle: What did you see as your goal when you decided to come to Cardigan?

Mr. Mahoney: My goal was to establish a chaplaincy program that would speak to the religious and spiritual needs of all students and families.

C: We have students from many religious backgrounds. Is this problematic? continued, p. 3

Yamaha Rocks Cardigan!

The Yam aha Rock School came to campus and supplied twenty aspiring Cardigan musicians with all kinds of instruments. Students split up into four groups to learn to play those instruments; then it was off to hard work, planning songs and practicing them for the concert just a few short hours away. After dinner, they took the stage to entertain a packed house in the Humann Theater. The audience came to hear Johnnie B. Goode, and he certainly was.

-Wim Hart

rnitories for their strong in-house recycling programs."

Clubs Providing Other Services Other clubs, such as Mr. Barron's and Mr. Gregg's Lifeguarding Club, and Mr. Mahoney's Amateur Radio Club, provide students with the skills necessary to contribute to their communities a bit later in life. Says Mr. Mahoney of Amateur Radio: "One of the stated purposes of Amateur Radio Communications is to provide emergency communications to the community at large. We use our skills and equipment for emergencies, to run marathons, bike-a-thons, assist search parties in locating missing persons, and so on. All of this is free of charge and is used as a public service."

And Mr. Gregg speaks highly of the Heaps of holiday gifts were bestowed upon needy families in the Upper Valley this December. lifeguarding skills the boys in his club attain: "The emphasis of the lifeguard Community Service, from p.l Holidays.

"One of the children on the list asked course is prevention," he says. "The goal Learning About Animal Care for a mattress. We take a bed for granted," for our participants is to be aware of The Animal Rescue Club, headed by said Mrs. Burke. "And food - the fact that emergency situations and other aquatic Steve Fenton in the fall and spring, in- somebody would ask for food at Christhazards. Whether (the Cardigan boys) volves Cardigan volunteers in various mas time - it really did make an imprestake lifeguarding jobs or not, boys who face~ of the Upper Valley Humane Soci- sion." successfully complete this course are an ety in Enfield. This small group of boys The gifts were delivered by Mrs. asset to an aquatic environment." washes dogs, takes them for walks, does Burke in mid-Decemberto Sacred Heart Helping Around Home clean-up workaround the shelter, performs Church in Lebanon, after which they were Meanwhile, boys are also helping clerical duties, or simply spends quality distributed, along with donated gifts from specifically the Cardigan community time with the animals. The club has its other local organizations, to the families by participating in Mr. and Mrs. Morse's benefits for the student volunteers as well, in need. The project certainly had an for it makes it a little easier for some of impact on those boys who took part. "If Stage Craft Club, which took on the these boys to be away from their own pets. there's anything worth putting our money responsibility of building sets for both Big Brother Program toward - this is it," said Karl Hutter, Senior the winter play and the CMS auction.

Earlier this year, Mr. Morse led students Another way for students to reach Class President. in the construction of a bike shelter outoutside of their own community is to bring This show of good will is perhaps the others to Cardigan. Mr. Crawford and Mr. most visible representation of the Cardi- side of Brewster Hall, and Mr. Brier's McCormick coordinate the Big Brother gan family's desire and ability to reach out Trailblazing Club worked to maintain program, in which Cardigan students host to others. the restored trail around "The Point." boys from Canaan Elementary School on The Service of Conservation Boys have likewise volunteered to campus. Each Thursday the participants Recycling is another facet of com- help Mrs. Amos and Mrs. Small with the in this club congregate in the gymnasium, munity service which benefits both Cardi- Blaze (yearbook). "Mrs. Small and I see on the football field, or in the rink, for a gan and the surrounding area. Mr. Fwmell the Blaze Club as a community service fun-filled afternoon with their guests. writes, "During the year and one half that organization," says Mrs. Amos. "The Says Griff Mayer '93 , "The Big I have been involved with the Recycling yearbook should encourage pride in our Brother Club allowed me to understand Club, interest has grown rampantly. In the own Cardigan community and a sense of younger people's problems better." fall of 1990, Elliot Rooks was the only boy the reader's role in the larger picture. It Jeff Patch, a Cardigan senior adds, to sign up for the club, and he and I have should also represent the entire school, "It's anicefeeling to know that another kid worked on the project steadily since then. not just one group. One of the first things can rely on me and my guidance. It's a We have been joined by increasing numthe students on its staff must learn is to fulfilling experience because you know bers of students to the point that we now cover all groups and activities, not just that you're helping somebody in need." must tum away interested volunteers.

Holiday Gift giving While projects differ from week to week, the ones in which they are involved. It is The holiday gift giving program was generally, we've spent our Thursday club also an opportunity to acknowledge the orchestrated here by Rosalind Burke, the period gathering full recycling receptacles efforts of everyone-from administraschool nurse. Each grade took responsi- from around campus and sorting them in tors to staff to students-for, after all, bilityforatleastone "needy"Upper Valley the south end of the campus. Subsequently, that is what makes Cardigan such a vital family, as did the CMS faculty and staff. aluminum cans are taken to West Leba- community."

Participation in, and enthusiasm for, After collecting money from the stu- non to be sold for scrap at Janci Metals, dents and the class funds, class advisors and the balance of the material is taken to all of the Cardigan community service and several students from each class went the recycling center in Canaan ... Partici- programs has been exemplary on the on shopping excursions for their respec- pation in the Cardigan community has parts of both faculty and students. Most tive "adopted" families . Members of the increased markedly in the past year. The agree that when helping others, one reCardigan family contributed clothes,food, club would like to recognize the efforts of ceives as much as one gives. and other necessities to these families in many faculty in getting this project going -Neil Brier, Activities Coordinator order to spread the joy and spirit of the and applaud Brewster and French dor-

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HEADMASTER'S MESSAGE Dr. Dewar on the Case for Supporting Independent Middle Schools: The recent growing interest of educational think tanks and major private foundations on the need for improving education for students in their early adolescent years has been very much in the news lately. Dr. Cameron "Chip" Dewar has been following this trend closely and in our recent interview with him on the subject, responded to our questions with the following comments.

-The Editors Q: In a number ofyour presentations to Cardigan parents and alumni, you have referred to the Carnegie Corporation's TaskF orce report on young adolescents, entitled "Turning Points," and the remark in this report that the middle school years are the "last best chance to reach students and make a difference." Can you expand a bit on this?

A: Yes, today we're seeing a new and significant focus by top educators on the ;arlier grades, particularly the middle school grades, as a place where many of ~e educational problems in the United States should be addressed. It is at the middle school level when students are in early adolescence that formative patterns in academic, study, and social skills are morefinnly established. The middle school years are crucial developmental years when students are influenced, not just primarily by their parents and teachers, but also by their peers and others .

Q: Then you are implying that teaching

and /,earning in the middle· grades sets important attitudes and habits for students' achievementsfurtheralong in their educational years in high school and college.

A: True. And at this point, I might also mention theAmerica_2000Program which sets forth several major educational goals for the country, prominent among which are student competence and achievement in core subjects oflanguage, math, science, history, and geography, and critical thinking. Combining these goals with recommendations from the "Turning Points" report provides middle school students with a sensible framework for learning.

The "Turning Points" Report encouraged educators in public and private middle schools to use the concept of smaller "communities of learning" within their larger structures, in order to foster more manageable and personalized learning experiences, to forge better links between schools, parents, and others, and to develop a stronger core curriculum with interdisciplinary opportunities.

Q: Doesn't Cardigan already do all this?

A: Cardigan is already working toward similar goals, and although I believe we are successful in many ways, we are al ways looking for ways to improve what we do.

Cardigan provides many "communities of learning" within the larger Cardigan community. The most obvious is the community of the classroom which af-

fords many opportunities for group and individualized learning and the development of basic skills and basic know ledge.

Cardigan's excellent teacher to student ratio allows for a great deal of individualized teaching and learning.

Cardigan's athletic program is such that students and coaches also form small communities of interest and skill development in sports and sportsmanship. As a boarding school, the dormitory provides yet another small community for learning.

Of course, as I just said, at Cardigan we are always striving to improve what we have. For example, our recently established Life Skills Program helps students develop the attitudes and skills that will help them live more responsibly and contribute to the communities in which they live.

Q: With all this new focus on midd/,e schools, and the need to improve their programs, whot kind nff,mding is available to help them develop their programs and curriculum?

A: Well, there is quite a bit of new support in grants from private foundations for middle schools, butmostofthefunding so far is being distributed to public school systems to address the need for structural changes or faculty development.

Q: c;an Cardigan, as a small independent middle school compete with large public school systems for foundation support?

A: I believe it can, but with a somewhat different case. It is in the smaller independent school setting that innovations in teaching and learning can be tried and tested more easily if extra funds are made available for program development by creative faculty. There is a perception, however, that all independent schools are wealthy and have enough funds to develop their programs and services to the level needed. That is simply not the case.

Although there is a small number of independent schools with very large endowments which enable them to provide students with whatever they deem necessary, manyindependentschoolsaretuitionbased and therefore lack the financial flexibility for new ventures. Interestingly, recently the National Association of Independent Schools has suggested that a ten million dollar endowment will be essential to ensure the quality and indeed, survival, of small independent schools as they move into the next century.

Q: Are you suggesting, then, that foundations should also consider helping independent schools, particularly independent middle schools, strengthen their endowments?

A: Independent middle schools such as Cardigan are reaching the limit in regard to tuition and fees. We at Cardigan have already done most of the budget trimming that we are able to do to reduce costs

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without sacrificing the quality of our program. Weare now in the process of developing a much stronger fund-raising program, but our constituency is small, and major foundation support for our endowment would augment key gifts from some of our individual supporters. For example, grants for supporting endowment for fac- · ulty development and salaries, would help Cardigan obtain, and retain, the most qualified and creative teaching staff possible... teachers who are motivated to improve teaching and learning techniques as well as curriculum.

If we are able to maintain the valuable, innovative programs and teaching staff that we have, the number of beneficiaries would extend well beyond Cardigan itself.

Cardigan is an ideal setting for experimenting with ideas and lighting the way for other schools.

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... faculty profile, from p. 2 M : No, it's a great opportunity. Although Cardigan comes out of a Christian background, our school is not affiliated with any particular denomination, and differences of belief are respected. My goal is to help others develop and strengthen the faith they already have, or to question their lack of faith if they claim they.have none.

C: Many private schools have eliminated traditional religious practices, but Cardigan has not. Why? M: I'msaddenedtohearofprivateschools where Chapel's merely an assembly for announcements and where religion is treated as "optional." Along with other fine schools, Cardigan is becoming somewhat unique in its continued commitment to encouraging religious gro_wth. Where public schools are limited to a purely secular approach to education, independent schools have a distinct advantage of being able to teach values, including those moral and spiritual values fundamental to a strong and meaningful life. This was one of the basic premises on which Cardigan is founded .

C: You believe the CMS Incorporators intended religion to be central to the life of the school?

M : Oh yes. In fact, they purposely situated the Chapel central on the campus as a reminder to all who came here to keep faith central to their lives.

C: What other professional goals do you have at Cardigan?

M: When students experience personal or family emergencies,! want to be available to "take the sting" out of the bad news and provide follow-up counseling where needed. In a letter sent to all parents·each year, I encourage them to call me if a family problem arises, or when there is an emergency that is potentially traumatic to a student. Confidentiality and careful timing can be a great comfort to all members of families in times of crisis. -END

The Reverend Mr. Harry Mahoney: Performing a magic trick upon James Bowmer

Cardii:an Board Profile;

Robert S. Gillette Corporation Chair contributes positively to a plethora of good causes

Bob Gillette became a member of Cardigan's Corporation in 1959 and has held various positions within the organization since then. He was voted in as a Trustee in 1969andactedas such until 1976. He was President of the Trustees for five of those years. Following this, he has since acted as Chairman of the Corporation He is actively involved in the Nominating, Long-Range Planning, and Development Committees.

Bob feels one of his primary responsibilities as a Trustee is "to ensure that Cardigan is doing thebestpossible job of providing a well-rounded education to its students, and, to this end, the Trustees must choose a headmaster, who, along with the faculty and staff, is dedicated to supporting high standards in education."

"A trustee must have a willingness to contribute time, effort, and support to the enterprise and to derive a definite sense of satisfaction in doing so."

-Robert S. Gillette Interestingiy, Bob's connection to Cardigan stems from its very founding; his father-in-law,EdwardS . French, was one of Cardigan's very first Members of tlie Corporation.

Bob was born in Cortland, New York.

A graduate of Albany Academy (Albany, New York) and M.I.T., Bob began his career in the engineering field. In 1949 , he joined the Rock of Ages Corporation where he later served as President and Chairman of the Board. Forthelast38 years Bob has been associated with National Life Insurance Company where he is currently a memberof the Directors Advisory Committee. He is also presently serving as Chairman of Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston.

Bob's active involvement does not end there. He also supports Vermont State Employees Compensation Review Board, Central Vermont Hospital, Vermont' Governor's Cost Control Council, Physical Science Study Committee, Department of Education, and the Vermont State Board of Education.

Last year, Bob was voted Washington County Citizen of the Year by the Boy Scouts of America. This "Good Scout" award is given to those who "exemplify in their daily lives the ideals of the Boy Scouts of America as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law. The recipients are chosen for their outstanding community service as evidenced by the interest and leadership given to many worthwhile organizations as well as the respect and esteem in which they are held by their colleagues." (Boy Scouts of America) Bob currently ·resides in Montpelier, Vermont. It is most certainly an honor to have him at Cardigan as Chairman of the Corporation. He, himself, insists that "a trustee should enjoy keeping current with the younger generation, seeing progress of the school and the student body, and rejoicing in the achievements of Cardigan alumni.. ." and he adds that, ultimately, the reward is "participation in an extraordinarily special, worthwhile enterprise."

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The Involved Parent Prepares ... for the SSAT

PARENTS' NEWS Bob Whitman and Johann Cazanas, Editors

SAT! GRE! COOP! SSA T! HSPT! PSAT! TOEFL! LSAT! CBAT! CLEP! GMA T! And so forth! Whew! Have you figured all of those out?

For a quick overview, visit your local bookstore and find the shelves on educational tests.

That's where I found ·all of these acronyms. But pick up the ''chubby" volume by Barron's on SSATs (better still, buy it!) while you recall that on the 1991-1992 calendar from Cardigan the acronym SSAT appears as an event on three different dates.

We live in an age of competition for spaces in the best private secondary schools and colleges, and one of the ways candidates are almost always compared is how well they perform in national tests like this one in reading comprehension, word recognition and comparison, and mathematical reasoning.

The SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) taken in 7th grade at Cardigan as preparation and training may well be the very first of many such tests our sons will take in the next few years . I took my last one at age 45, the GRE, when! wanted to enter graduate school again! Cardigan students take more advanced versions of the SSAT again in 8th grade for another preparatory experience, and then the real thing in 9th grade, when results are submitted in the admissions packet sent to the secondary schools where our sons will be applying.

Here are some examples from the tests : 1. Map is to land as: negative is to print diagram is to machine camera is to film lens is to glasses 2. Each person contributed the same amount toward a gift. If $60 was collected, which CANNOT be the amount each gave? $0.50 $5.00 $9.00 $15.00 $30.00 3. ABYSS: depression valley trench comer chasm

ANSWERS : 1. Map is to land as diagram is to machine. A map in some fashion describes the land on paper as a diagram will do for a machine. 2. As each person gave the same amount, the $60 total must be divisible by that number. 60 is NOT divisible by 9. Sixty IS divisible by all the other choices. Thus the answer is $9.00. 3. All the choices except "comer" describe a depression of some kind in the earth, butthe moststraightforward word will be "chasm." Some well-read kid will certainly recall the Mindanao Trench in the Phillipine Sea, surely an abyss, and thus choose "trench." But that is pretty esoteric for ninth grade, so don't spring for it. Also, the first meaning of "trench" is not that of an abyss, but a long cut in the earth as for a water pipe.

Cardigan Prepares .. .long-term But the real question for us all is how we can help our boys to do their best in these tests.

To understand our opportunities, we must first know what the School does for SSA T preparation. . .

Long-range, the faculty at Cardigan is aware of the significance of the SSAT from the day they meet your son. While they do not "teach to the test" as they pursue their daily lessons, they do have its effect in the backs of their minds . Here are some specific things I have seen that they do: l. Encourage reading, readinJi::- reading!

2. Learn our sons' strengths and weaknesses and bear down where necessary. (I tell my son's teachers, "Hold his feet to the fire!")

3. Teach fundamentals of culture and language.

4. Be patient while the boy matures.

5. Be in touch with his parents where appropriate.

6. Teach test-taking strategies while teaching content.

7. Review constantly. ,

As the testing date nears ...

As the time for the SSAT approaches, English and Math faculty in particular give attention in their lessons to preparing students for these tests. They review fundamentals in content (what is an adver.b?), formulas (the Pythagorean Theorem), and assign diagnostic exercises to uncover weaknesses which can then be reviewed. Sample tests are taken also to illustrate different useful strate~ies for improved results. Students report that all this is helpful and they are grateful.

Parents will be interested in some of the strategies of test-taking which faculty address: l. Don't forget to read carefulty all instructions and questions .

2. Answer all the easy questions first and then return to the more difficult ones for maximum points.

3. In math problems, you can often figure out the answer without using a pencil for calculating.

4. Analogies can be tricky; cat is to tail is NOT like ear is to mouse. (One is reversed.)

5. Don't spend time on questions when you don't have a clue.

6. Be aware of the time. But don't be anxious. Use it all. Use it intelligently.

7. Last minute cramming is ineffective. A good night's sleep and a good breakfast are worth points. · 8. Remember that this is not the last test you will ~ver take.

9. Be positive. Good things take time.

Parent involvement...

How can a parent support this Cardigan faculty effort? Here are some suggestions: LONG- RANGE IDEAS l. Become intimately familiar with your son's academic strengths and weaknesses.

2. Emphasize reading, reading, reading! Also logical thinking! But don't carp!

3. Consult your son's academic teachers and advisors for strategies. They are as close as your phone. Make them aware of your interest and concerns.

4. Remember that the next test is not the last one. Help him learn from his mistakes.

5. Think about summers and long holidays. How can they best be used for your son's growth? Look at opportunities that involve reading. Be aware of Stanley Kaplan and Princeton Review courses or alternatives of that kind as they will fill a niche for some families. Consider pairing a capable older student from the community with your son.

6. Encourage your son in every way. Always be positive!

7. Be patient!

SHORT- RANGE IDEAS l. Give your son plenty of positive reinfc;,rcement.

2. Be familiar with how the School is hefping him prepare for these tests .

3. If you are anxious, keep it to yourself. Cheer him on!

A final word ...

Finally, I would tell you that I try to treat my son as ifhe were a very distinguished visitor from a strange and alien civilization, knowing little but eager to learn bow we do things here.

And so far, I must add, I have been pleased with the results!

-Bob Whitman [BOB JS A RETIRED EDUCATOR AS WELL AS CMS PARENT OF DUKE '92]

Parents' Winter Weekend/Auction: A Big Success!

On the 7th of February, Cardigan Mountain School parents descended upon our mountain for this year's Parents' Winter Weekend. The three fun-filled days of events afforded an opportunity for socializing and visiting with sons, other parents, teachers, and administrators.

As parents arrived on Friday afternoon, they participated in a variety of activities including : Parent/Student/ Teacher conferences; observing a play rehearsal; and attending the Science Fair.

Laterthat evening, it was off to the Great Stone Dwelling at Shaker Village, where the Parent's Council, chaired by Mike and Melanie Garrison, hosted a beautiful reception.

The following morning, bright and early, parents made their way through -a hefty schedule of meetings and confer~-nces .

In an all parents m eeting in the Chapel, Headmaster Dewar summarized the report of the evaluatioirteam from The Ne w England Association of Schools and Colleges on Cardigan's programs .

The School has received high marks for its academic programs, its athletics, its social environment, and its parental involvement. Dewar commented that the areas needing upgrading are Cardigan's Science facilities and faculty salaries.

In the afternoon it was off to watch the numerous athletic events, including hockey and basketball games, alpine ski races, and wrestling matches .

Hayward Dirung Room was the setting for a spectacular banquet for students and parents featuring entertainment by a classical trio. After dinner, everyone ad joumed to the Stoddard Center to enjoy coffee and dessert and to preview items for the Parents' Auction.

Pfanned (jiving.~ 'Bequests From tune to time, members of the Cardigan family have asked me if provision in a Will or Bequest is an appropriate way to support the School.

My answer, of course, is "Yes, it most certainly is."

I recognize that their concern is that such a bequest may go for some years without providing actual support for Cardigan. This is true. What is important to note, however, is that what you do now will help the School to advance its program for the future.

Your action now to make funds available some years from now permits our Trustees to engage in the kind of longrange planning that is such an important factor for the School's growth over the years.

As you would in a gift of current

The CMS campus, ablaze with hundreds of white lights--courtesy of the Strasenburghs--added to the festivities .

The Third Annual Parents' "Country Fair" Auction opened with the high energy music of "Mixed Company," an a capella vocal group from Burlington, Vermont. After their rousing performance, the parents were ready to bid!

Bid! Bid! And with checkbooks in hand, bid-they-did. Their generosity was evident from &ginning to end. The Parents' Auction raised a fantastic $31,684. An additional $2,500 was raised for a Cardigan scholarship.

Parents' Winter Weekend promised fun and excitement, and it delivered.

The most fortunate of all was Cardigan itself, which benefited from all of the tremendous support from parents .

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AUCTION CHAIRS: · Siri Pellegrino Suzanne Strasenburgh AUCTION COMMITTEE: Cathy D'Entremonl Pal Bevis Belly Van Why Kathy Hutchins Louise Sylvester Nancy Whitman Susan Emery Ann Falby Linda Sprung Liz Cavanaugh Marla D'Anlonl Mary Liz Hynes Sharyn & Larry Tondel Marilyn & Karl Feltelberg Nancy Schoeller Joe & Barbara Frazier

funds, you may make a bequest in support of any aspect of the School's program thatparticularly engages your interest, such as faculty salaries, student scholarships, library needs or the School's general endowment.

In considering such a form of deferred giving, you should discuss it with your lawyer. Such a gift will insure that the full value of your intended gift, unreduced by estate taxes, will be enjoyed by the School.

Should you beplanningsuchagift to Cardigan, we would appreciate an opportunity to discuss with you the specific purpose or activity with which you wish your gift to be permanently associated.

Cardiganhasbenefitedfrommany such generous bequests over the yearsthey have been a welcome source of strength and an inspiration to many Cardigan friends and associates.

-Chip Dewar

The Cardigan Chronicle

Winter 1992

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SPORTS REPORT Varsity Basketball: .500 so far

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Winter Sports Update ...

The Cardigan winter sports schedule is in full swing after our return from Christmas break. Athletic Director, Jim Marrion, is very pleased with the enthusiasm that the Cougar boys have shown thus far in the winter campaign.

His one request for improvement is a call to Mother Nature for a little more snow cover. Additional snow would certainly be a benefit for the Alpine Racers, Nordic Skiers, Snowboarders, and Recreational Skiers, and we hope to see that first major storm come soon.

Varsity Hockey: Unbeatable in actio·n to date!

Under the able leadership of CoCaptains Deron Quint '92 and Todd Norton '92, the 1991-92 Varsity Hockey team is off to a fantastic start. Wins over Hanover, Keene, KUA, and St. Paul's have given the skating Cougars a flawless 4-0 record as we go to preS'S. Leading the offensive attack is Deron Quint with 11 goals and 4 assists . Eighth grader Tony Hutchins (8g;4a), Todd Norton (8g;4a), and senior Brandon Wagner (5g;6a) make up the potent first line that has provided most of the team's scoring punch this year.

Hannu Lignell '92 provides the leadership for the young defensive corps.

Other major contributors to the team's fast start are seniors Andy Bay, Jeff Patch, Chris Simons, and Henry Baker.

The goaltending chores are being capably handled by Steve Lagrand '92 and Colin Robinson '93.

The ultimate team goal for the season is to continue to improve in order to take first place in the competitive Hyvinkaa Hockey Tournament. The tournament takes place during the team's visit to Sweden and Finland while Cardigan is having March break. Look for exciting details about this trip in the Spring Chronicle.

Varsity Hoops is currently boasting a .500 season with a 3-3 record in the early going . Co-Captains this year are Andy Martinez '92 and Junior Rivera '92. They have both been with the program for three years and have provided valuable senior leadership this season.

The team has had trouble scoring points, but it features a ballha wking stingy defense and a fastbreaking offense. Ben Davidson has led the team in steals, and Leighton D'Antoni has also provided some solid defense. The team's high scorer and leading rebounder is first year, eighth grade sensation Lee Jenkins . Duke Whitman, Shea Gilbert, James Ho, George Demos, and Joey Rivera round out the club and provide valuable leadership help off the bench.

Varsity Wrestling: Strong!

The Cardigan grapplers are off to a surprisingly strong start. The 1991-92 wrestlers are small in numbers, but they showed great determination in their first competition hosting Fessenden and Eaglebrook. The team has able leadership provided by 3rd year wrestlers and Co-Captains Dan Bettis '92 and Matt Crane '92. Third year wrestler Mike Kramer '93, and returning grapplers Mike Colligan '92 and Sean Greer '92 have also looked strong.

The Eaglebrook/Fessenden matches were highly competitive. Cardigan was led by the strong performances of Sean Greer. Sean won 5 matches· on the day and, in the· day's most exciting action, pinned a very tough Eagle brook wrestler.

Cardigan was victorious in both matches, defeating Fessenden 56 to 39 and Eaglebrook 77 to 36.

The team is busy preparing for the 10th Annual Cardigan Mountain Junior Wrestling Tournament. This outstanding event is sponsored by the Rodd D. Brickel Foundation in memory of Roddy Brickell, CMS '79. The tournament will be held on Saturday January 25 , 1992 and over 220 participants from 26 different teams will be in attendance. The team is young, and we anticipate continued improvement as the season progresses. The season concludes with a tournament at Eaglebrook and the New England Jr. Prep Championships at Fessenden. Nineteen former Cardigan wrestlers are currently participating elsewhere in the sport, including David Franklin, wrestling on scholarship in Virginia at Longwood College.

teams have had a difficult time finding ideal snow conditions thus far in the season. The teams have been working hard on conditioning and practicing, so that, when we are blessed with some snow, they will be ready to go.

J.V. and Reserve Programs J.V. Hockey boasts a strong squad this season, led by many of the top players from last year's successful team, as well as some stand-out newcomers. Starting for the J.V. team at present are: P.J. Chesson, Peter Allatt, and John Whittemore at forward; Jay Strasenburgh and Mike Tondel at defense; and Brendan Hynes in the net. Captains for the team are Ladi Oguntoyinbo '92, Peter Allatt '92, and Jason Dewar '93.

Reserve Hockey is developing the young players for the future. Mr. Clark and Mr. Mathews have quite a feisty bunch, and they are a treat to watch.

J.V. Basketball has gotten off to an auspicious start. In their opening scrimmage against Indian River, the Cougars were trailing by 19 points at the half, but rallied and fell short of victory, 41 -31.

The offense was paced by Jeff Elizardi with 22 points . In their second contest, the J. V. Hoopsters blew out Plainfield 63-36. Elizardi again led all scorers with 18 points. Other key contributors were point guard Elliot Rooks, forward Gustavo Turull, and centers Greg Spencer and Justin Eddy. Another key to the win was the tenacious pressing defense, which forced countless turnovers.

Ladi Oguntoyinbo '92 winner of Presidential Fitness Award

On November 12th, the entire school participated in the first annual Cardigan Fitness Day. Students were tested in eight different areas, with the top ten in each event receiving a special certificate of recognition. Each of this year's outstanding performers established school records in the respective fitness challenges of this new program.

The top event performers and Cardigan record-holders in each of the events are: Pull-ups--Brad Bevis '94 (15); Situps--Julio Asensio '92 (74); Push-ups-Brad Bevis '94 (60); Shuttle Run--Andy Martine21- '92 (9.2 seconds); Vertical Reach--Soichi Okuno '93 (2'4"); Sit-andReach (flexibility)--Colin Robinson '93 -Dan Murphy (26") ; Standing Long fo!T'p--Hannu Lignell '92 (8'6"); and Isometri<;: Wall Sit--Mike Kramer '93 (6 minutes, 8 seconds). iJ sing the top ten place finisher_s in each category, an overall fitness champion was calculated. Ninth grader Ladi Oguntoyinbo finished with the highest overall total. The remainder of the top ten, in order: 2nd--Andy Martinez '92; 3rd--Jason Dewar '93; 4th--Brad Bevis '94; 5th--Andy Bay '92 and Hannu Lignell '92; 7th--Mike Tondel '93; 8th--Tony Five of the Fall Athletic Award Winners: Hutchins '93; 9th--Evan deBourguignon '93; lOth--Joe Funk '92.

Left to Right, seniors: Ladi The top sixth grade performers were Oguntoyinbo, Brandon Wagner, Diego Alaman and Francisco Barrios.

Deron Quint, Chris Simons, Todd -William X. Barron Norton

Cardigan Fall Athletic Awards

Varsity Alpine Skiing As everyone eagerly awaits January's first major snowfall, the Cardigan Alpine team is busy preparing for what appears to be another successful season. The young team will benefit greatly with the return of the 1991 MVP, Jon Falby, and varsity racers Alex Cazanas and Yarrow Thome. Newcomer Alben Belliveau and returning skiers Aki Suzuki, Toby Huggett, and Tom Eckfeldt, will help provide leadership and experience to the youthful team. The team will face a full slate of Lakes Region races, and Coaches Richmond and Gregg are confident that the team will encounter success in its travels. The team is eagerto put Cardigan back on the Eastern ski map.

Varsity Nordic Skiing and Cougar Snowboarding Both the Nordic and Snowboarding Center Lee Jenkins at the jump ball

Dan Murphy, Editor

VARSITY FOOTBALL MVP: Ryan Townsend . COACHES' AWARDS: Chad Cline Tony Hutchins MOST IMPROVED: Andy Martinez VARSITY SOCCER MVP: Ladi Oguntoyinbo COACHES' AW ARDS: Chris Simons Brandon Wagner Todd Norton Deron Quint

VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY MVP: Micah Glauberman MOST IMPROVED: Eric Greenfield COACHES' AW ARD: Jon Falby J .V.SOCCER MVP: Stewart Steffey MOST IMPROVED: Soichi Okuno COACHES' AW ARD: Cam Matheson

J.V. FOOTBALL MVP: Jun Kawai M OST IMPRO VED: Joe Mazzo COACHES' AWARD: Phil McNeil

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ALUMNI NEWS

A Message from the Alumni President. ..

The Cardigan Chronicle

David Mccusker '80; Editor

CMS Alumnus and Wife Provide Home for AIDS kids ...

Jim and Charlene White and their children

.. . A Love Story "Love Does Make a Difference" is the sentiment that inspired Jim White '61 and his wife Charlene to establish Serenity House Pediatric AIDS Foun• dation. It is unusual to find people in our highly competitive society who decide to put their careers on hold to support a cause that is not lucrative, but which is immeasurably valuable to those in need.

The Serenity House brochure best describes Jim and Charlene's undertaking: "Several years ago Jim and I became foster parents. On October 12 , 1988 Michael came to us. Six months later we got Jasmine . We now have four HIV+ babies and two with full blown AIDS, and have dedicated our lives to making theirs better.

We want to find an adoptive or foster home for each and every one of our special kids. We believe in our hearts that love makes the difference. Love makes them grow.

In October '90 the World Health Organization said as of this date there are 700,000 AIDS babies. By the year 2000 they predict there will be 10 million {worldwide]. Florida is number two in the V nited States in the number of AIDS b~bies - ~: i ::..re n:-:.:nb~r 50 inJti-4,n.ding.

Our dream is tobuildSerenityHouse on about 10 acres of land and provide loving home care for as marry of these infants as possible. We want to have everything right there for them, so they don't have to be transported in bad weather. We want all medical, therapy, a day school and even a room we call the 'Cuddle Room' for parenta.f visits ."

On July 25, 1991, Serenity House was named the #518 Point of Light by President Bush. Jim and Charlene were honored to meet the President and accepted the award at a ceremony at Walt Disney World.

What follow are excerpts from a conversation I had with Jim concerning his work with Serenity House, "A Home dedicated to providing love and care for the HIV infant."

-Dave McCusker Director of Alumni Affairs 1

D: The obvious first question is: what inspired you to first open SereniJy House?

J: Four years ago, when our youngest son went off to college for his last year, my wife began to experience the "empty nest syndrome." So, we started taking in what they call the "normal" foster children- the abused, abandoned, and neglected children. We then saw a story on T.V. about so-called "border babies." These are babies that are not really sick, but are not really well. They live out their lives in the hospital. And with the HIV chi ldren, once they become sick, their life expectancy is relatively short. We could not accept any child not having someone to call "Mom" or "Dad," and particularly a child with a terminal disease; we could not accept them not having someone that would give them what we call "unconditional love." We moved from Jacksonville to Orlando, and when we were re-licensed here, we said to the woman at the Agency, "If you ever have an HIV child, we'd like to be considered." Well, she said, "Funny thing you should say that; we have one in thehospitalnow, and we have

nobody that will take him." It was our wedding anniversary ... Michael is now three, and Charlene keeps asking every year how I am going to top that anniversary present.

D: When you mentioned "licensed," did you mean licensed as foster parents?

J: Yes, we are a state-licensed foster home.

We have adopted two of the children and are in the process of adopting an additional two.

D: Have you had any previous contact or interaction wiJh this kind of child?

J: No. We had no knowledge or training.

When we brought Michael home, all that we knew was that we did not have to be afraid.

We called every help line that we could think of, and they all told us basically the same thing, that the only thing we had to be afraid of in working with these children was visible blood.

D: You mention in your brochure that your dream is to build your Serenity House on 10 acres of land. I'm curious about how far along you are in that dream.

J: Well, we are in the midst of raising funds to buy the property and build the house. We have been connected with a builder's association, and they have offered to assist us once we have the property; we already have someone who will donate all of the roofing, materials and labor, and we have an engineer who will do all the drawings, but right now we're trying to raise a fairly substantial amount of money because 10 acres doesn't come .cheaply. We're also planning for a 15-20 bedroom hous_e, and we're putting together a major fund-raiser for Mother's Day.

D: Contracting the AIDS virus is obviously a personal tragedy, but what effect does it have on your work when a celebriJy like Magic Johnson announces that he is HIV posiJive?

J: Those of us who deal with this every single

day have said for a long time that to increase awareness among people it's going to take a very public person, whom you wouldn't expect, to become infected and to say so. It is a real tragedy for any individual who becomes infected, but acknowledging the disease brings about awareness and, ultimately, solutions. What we(andmosteverybody else we know) are trying to do is to keep the problem in the public eye, because people tend ~o have short memories.

D: I guess iJ's also helpful that Magic Johnson has taken such a responsible role.

J: Well he is trying to. It's very difficult to teach or preach safe sex because young people think that they're immortal. When I was growing up, the concern was about unwanted pregnancy and venereal disease. Now it's more serious; you have to worry about contracting a terminal illness.

D: Does the state of Florida have any specific regulations now; are they beginning to develop regulations for people who care for HIV positive babies or AIDS babies?

J: No. Our license reads that we are an "Emergency Shelter Home." That is just what we have chosen to be, which means that we get a child immediately out of the crisis; it's

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Good Memories and Good Times Highlight 5th Annual Alumni Winter Weekend!

What began five years ago as an alumni hockey game with only a handful of dedicated Cardigan "alums" has now evolved into a major annual event on the Cardigan campus!

The 1991-92 school year is certainly making its mark as the year the Cardigan alur_nni involvement effort really took hold, thanks to The Alumni Board and over 70 alumni volunteers to date.

More than 30 "alums" and their families thoroughly enjoyed a magnificent New England winter weekend, taking advantage of a busy agenda, from skiing to skating to "hoops" to sharing memories and catching up on lots of

"lost" years.

Thanks to the generosity of the staff at Ragged Mountain Ski Area, free skiing was made available to all enthusiasts. However, a few "dares" were spread around the slopes, so the poles were set, and the first annual alumni ski race began. Although the years have evidently taken their toll on a few, and a couple of mouths were involuntarily filled with snow, everyone returned to campus in one piece!

Those alums on campus for the Saturday night Alumni Hockey Game wandered down to Turner arena in the after-

noon to take in the CMS Varsity Hockey game in hopes of jogging their memories.

Word had it that a small group of "elderly" alums (to remain anonymous) had attempted to "employ" the talents of a couple of "ringers" from the Hanover area, thinking, for whatever reason, the Saturday night Alumni Game was really supposed to be taken seriously... silly them!

Before sitting down to a casual ~aturday night buffet, held in the Kenerson Social Center, the CMS senior class joined the alumni and their guests to share Cardigan stories and reflect upon the importance that Cardigan, and its unique programs, has in our lives. It's one thing having a few gray hairs, but true humility sets in when one of the boys says, "Gee, I wasn't even born when you graduated from here!" (Oh well ... ) Half way through dinner, the idle "chit chat" changed to words of genuine fear and uncertainty: "The GAME starts in one half hour!" ... "What am I doing here?" ... "I have to be at work in one piece Monday morning!" ... and so on.

With rusted blades, moldy sweats, and slightly tight jerseys in hand, the long trek to the locker rooms began for some two dozen "players." Allthegreathockey stories from years past ("I nailed this guy overthe boards!"; "I skated his pants off!"; etc.) transfonned back into the strong feelings experienced earlier, during dinner. ("What am I talking about?! I can't even

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John C. Stowe '60 My contact with some of you during the past holiday season reminded me that the school and people who assisted in some of our growth are important parts of our extended family .

On behalf of the Alumni Board, we wish you a prosperous new year and look forward to continuing the important role played by the alumni in the School's new year.

As you know, by standards, Cardigan has maintained a relatively low key program of alumni support for the School.

The Alumni Fund assists the school in its operating costs and allows it to offer the impressive daily programs that we were privileged to enjoy as a result, in part, of others' generosity.

Cardigan has been fortunate to maintain ~ strong bond with its alumni, even though they have not until recently had the personnel dedicated to reach out and make the contact that we envision for the years ahead. It is our hope to visit and communicate with as many of you as possible, soliciting your ideas and .support-. You will be hearing from the class agents, and we ask that you assist in meeting the class goals and help us to achieve a new record in Alumni Fund giving of$40,000and 15%participation.

We wish to thank John Woods for replacing Henry Schultz as the 1972 Class Agent and ·encourage an expression of your awareness and appreciation for the Cardigan experience, through participation. We continue to work on the establishment of Class Secretaries, as they play a vital role in keeping you abreast of your particular class's news.

Anyone wishing to become involved in assisting the School in this manner is encouraged to contact Bruce Marshard '64, Chairman of Class Secretaries, through the School.

You will be hearing about a number of alumni offerings, including a new Alumni Directory ,made possible through the generosity of one of our members, and the announcements by John Loud '83 of upcoming alumni events. Please try to attend gatherings in your area, or, even better, visit the School.

Remember, one of the advantages you gain from knowing about the positive changes in the school is that you can assist people whose children might wish to attend. It is our hope to make a number of vehicles available to keep you abreast and make you a part of assisting Cardigan in meeting the challenges of the nineties.

-John Stowe '60 President of the Alumni Association

The Cardigan Chronicle .. .Fall Reunion, from p.6 bend over far enough to lace my skates!")

Not to worry. Just as in the previous four Alumni Hockey Games, we all managed to gather enough strength and talent to play a fairly respectable game of hockey.

Fortunately, there were enough skaters, so that no one had toskateformore than a few minutes at a time.

As in years past, the evening was capped with an enjoyable reception off campus - a time for more fond memories and, of course, the same old tales heard earlier about how "I nailed this guy over the boards!" Some things never change.

One thing that we all realize really never changes is how Cardigan meant so much to us and how, as the years go by, our feelings for the school on the hill grow even stronger.

-Geoff Blair '68

Thanks to these alumni who attended the 5th Annual Winter Weekend: Jim Barker '62, Geo:(f Blair '68, Richard Clancy '67, Cass Conkling '79, Arthur Cox '62, Brendan Daly '87, Jack Diemar '90, Dave Dobrowski '81, John Emery '78, Matt Frazier '88, Courtney Galluzzo '71 , Ned Gibbons '78, Patrick Gilligan '80, Pete Hadlock '82, Gregg Heidenreich '79, Ed Kray er '82, Errol Laumann '91, Phil Lindstrom '75, Richard Maloney '82, Joe Manheim '89, Dave Marchand '91, Bruce Marshard '64, Dave McCusker '80, Sky ('63) and Penny Peck, Kevin Powers '82, Steve Ris '71, Mark Ruelle '7 6, Charles Sachs (ex-fac.), Dana Solms (ex-fac.), Peter Solomon '62, Tom Taliadoros '82, and Jim White '61.

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Page 7 ...Serenity House, from p .6 our responsibility to stabilize them, to care for them, and to help them improve. Between 30 and 60 days later, the case is reviewed by the court and the child is placed infos ter care, is returned to the parents, or is returned to a relative. At that point, the child is supposed to leave our home. However, because of the stigma attached to HIV, there is no placement for these children; no one wants them. The availability of care in other foster homes is non-existent. Now in central Florida, the total licensed capacity for foster homes that will accept HIV children is two.

D: What kinds of differences in daily care are there between your children and medically hea/Jhy children?

J: The only difference is the need to take precautions when any blood surfaces; otherwise, you treat HIV children as if they were normal, growing children, until such time as they develop symptoms and become sick.

Then they will have certain other needs. But now you could put all seven of our HIV children in a room with other children, and you could not tell them apart. For the most part, they look healthy until they [have fullblown AIDS] and approach the end.

D: In other words the daily routine is not unlike the routine for any one, two, or threeyear old?

J: That's right. "Monster-baby," "terrible twos," "horrible threes," etc. We've got three walking, one crawling- they go in four different directions; it's jut like a normal household ... it's just got a lot of kids .

D: What age group are these children?

J: Now we have infants through three-year olds. The oldest one turned three in October.

l Robert Chartener '73 dials for dollars in New York City.

First NYC Mini-Phonathon: A Rousing Success!

The Williams Club in Manhattan provided the ideal location for Cardigan's first annual New York phonathon held on November 19, 1991. Eight volunteers contacted well over one hundred Cardigan alumni and parents of Cardigan students to raise over $2,000 in specified pledges. The most impressive statistic of this phonathon is that 86% of all alumni and parents that were reached during the evening made either a specified or unspecified pledge.

Many thanks to all who participated and helped make this event so successful. At this date the Alumni Fund stands at $24,203 and 160 participants, bringing us ever closer to our 1991-1992 Alumni Fund Goal of $40,000 and 300 participants.

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CLASS NOTES 1947 Class Agent-Stuart Kaplan Cardigan's first graduate, F. Lee Bailey, has lately been called on Lo give his expert opinion about the William Kennedy Smith alleged rape case. Other than being quoted in all of the nation's biggest.newspapers, Mr. Bailey has also been on many of the' morning news shows to comment on the trial that took place in West Palm Beach, where Mr. Bailey lives.

1948 Class Agent-Alan Herzig Class Secretary-Thomas DO<lge, 215 Flaggy Meadow Rd., Go:rham, ME, 04038-9211, H# 207-839-4666

1949 Class Agent-Fred Lippert

1950 Class Agent-Dick Morrison Class Secretary-Richard Cass, 396 Roseland Park, Woodstock, CT, 062819772, H# 203-928-6117

1951 Class Agent-Ted Goddard

1952 Class Agent-Byron Koh

1953 Class Agent-George Harris

1954 Class Agent-Dave Helmstadter Class Secretary- Bruce Murray, RR#l, Box 463, Perkinsville, VT, 05151-9737 H# 802-263-9262

1955 Class Agent-Ron Warden Class Secretary-Ron Warden, 100 Tamarack Way #7, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48013, H# 313-258-0370

1956 Class Agent-Anthony Russo, Jr.

1957 Class Agent-Charles Kaplan · Michael Smith writes, "!currently am a Foster Care provider and live in Stafford, Texas. I

care for mentally retarded adults in my home.

1958 Class Agent-Peter Albee Jack Woods writes, "Iretiredfromthe U.S.M.C.

in July 1990. My wife and I presently are selling real estate in North San Diego County, CA, and enjoying semi-retirement!"

1959 Class Agent:Blake Munro

1960 Class Agent-Gilbert Suitor Roger Rice and Gwen Andrew were married Ofl September 7, 1991 with each of their three children in attendance. They are residing in North Hampton, MA. Roger is working in export management.

1961 Class Agent - Karl Borden Class Secretary - David Elliott, P.O. Box 218 Bath, OH 44210 H# 216-867-9521 W# 1-800-628-3402

1962 Class Agent - Paul Gardent is presently C.O.O. of the new Dartmouth Medical Center in Hanover.. .John Christy recently retired from the U.S. Anny (21 years) and is now living in Sparta, Wisconsin.

1963 Class Agent - Dan Burack

1964 Class Agent-Alva Adams

1965 Class Agent-Wade Knowles

1966 Class Agent-Robert Pipes Class Secretary-James Taylor, 796 N. Hollywood Circle, CrystalRiver,FL,32629 H#904-795-8629 W#904-746-5074

1967 Class Agent - Kurt Knowles

1968 Class Agent - Howard Robson Class Secretary - Thomas Doggett, 753 Lake Francis Drive, Charleston, SC, 29412 H # 803-795-2164

1969 Class Agent-Geoffrey Turner

1970 Class Agent-Brian Cummings Class Secretary-Tim Fleming, c/o Mr. William Fleming, Lock Drawer 179, 115 East High St., Bellefonte, PA, 16823 W# 814-355-4967

1971 Class Agent- Morgan Dickerman Class Secretary - Mike Talley, 8360 NW 51st Court, Coral Gables, FL 33067 H# 305-345-3829 W# 407-994-8500 Morgan Dickerman writes, "I enjoyed the

Alumni Reunion - it was great fun! My best to all!" ... Stewart "Scott" McCracken still lives· in Plymouth Meeting, PA with his wife and il1eir two kids; famie (5) and Brian (6) ... Eric Andersonandhis wife,Judith,liveinFranklin, MA. Eric works for a Toyota ~alership in Franklin and when he isn't working he can be found on the golf course .. . Steve Ris is presently head of the History Department at CMS. Steve's wife, Jean, is also a Cardigan faculty member and heads the Science Department.

Steve and Jean have two children; Andy (4) and Ally (8) ... Jonathon Lowe and his wife, Natasha, stopped by tovisittheCardiganhockey team which played (and beat) Eaglebrook at Deerfield Academy.Jonathon and Natasha are expecting their first child in March. Best of luck to them! ... Cardigan is looking for the addresses of our classmates Steven Clark, Jim Cutler, Mark Daven port, William Gaines, and Reid Mahaffey.

1972 Class Agent - John Woods

1973 Class Agent - Albert Mitchell Jim Nagle writes, "lam currently Advertising Director for the American Journal of Nursing Company, a non-profit company located in New York City . I am married and have three healthy kids: Chris(8), Tess(6), andGrace(l).

I live in Briarcliff, NY ."

MapleSt.Apt.#1,w:Roxbury,MA,02132 H# 617-469-9077 1978

Class Agent - Edward Gibbons According to his parents, "Our son Peter Baker was married September 7, 1991, to Jenni(er Cademis in New London, NH. He received an MBA from Babson and work~ for Heublein Corporation They live in Newton, MA." ... John Griffis and his brother Andy '79 visited campus on New Year's Eve. John is now a general contractor in San Jose, CA and Andy is in the computer field working as an account manager for Seagate Technology in Scotts Valley, CA."

1979 Class Agent - Chris King David Vantine writes, "I am currently 10th in the Pro-Gas category of the Pros tar Organization. This is the sanctioning body for motorcycleDragRacing. ".. .John Murphy writes that he is living in Melrose with his wife, Cheryl, andis Vice President of Precision Graphics Printing in Peabody, MA. Precision is a commercial printing company with sales ofa million dollars annually. "Hello to the class of '79, especially Bill Weber and other members of the Fix rock band."

1980 Class Agent - Nick Kobusch Class Secretary - Pat Gilligan, 1 Valley Road, Marblehead, MA, 01945 H# 617-631-1932

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Class Agent-Jon Bixby John Rowland writes, "Mycateringandspecial event company in New Orleans (Southern Hospitality Systems) has had a busy year. Did a recent job for MTV networks for the national cable convention. I also have a small part in the Oliver Stone movie "JFK", starring Kevin Costner. I play a New Orleans Police officer.

The movie debuted December 20, 1991.

Class Agent - David Dobrowski Class Secretary-Matt Ramsby, Apt.#2F, 4106 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104 H# 215-387-5040

1975 Class Agent-Thomas Mitchell Class Secretary-Tad MacLeod, c/o Lawrence A. Macleod Jr., Box 461, Hardy Hill,Lebanon,NH,03766 H# 603-448-3199

1976 Class Agent-Terry Mitchell

1977 Class Agent- Tim Smith Oass Secretary - Mike McLean, 16

1982 Class Agent-Kevin Powers Class Secretary-Ed Krayer, 19 Lincoln Drive, Acton, MA, 01720-3110 H# 508-263-0935 David Wargin visited campus on November 10, 1991. Dave was in the U.S. Marine Corps between 1985-1989 arid is currently at the University of New Hampshire, where he is majoringinHistory, withaminorinRussian.. .Ian George writes, "My fiancee and I just bought a house and are to be married November 29, 1991. Her name is Devon Jeffers, soon to be another George. Presently, I am a tax and group benefit specialist for Colonial L&A."

1983 Class Agent-Andrew Georgescu

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