Letter from the Headmaster

Dear Alumni, Parents, and Friends:

I am honored to share this magazine with so many people whose generosity and love of children have made Covington Latin School a special place to learn and grow. I am also humbled to serve as Headmaster here. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind of moving, learning the great traditions of Covington Latin School, meeting the dedicated and talented administrators, faculty and staff, finally seeing the students in the hallways and classrooms, and slowly meeting the parents who have made the sacrifice to give their child the best education.

I began my teaching career as a graduate English assistant at the University of Dayton where I earned my bachelor’s degree, so I am excited to be back in the heart of this country. I have taught and coached in Chicago, El Salvador, and Egypt before finishing my doctorate at the University of Minnesota and beginning 12 years of Catholic school education in San Antonio. I most recently spent nine years as Headmaster at a K-12 independent school north of Atlanta. My wife, Christin, and I have two sons who both attend DePaul University in Chicago, and we are all happy to be joining this wonderful community here at CLS.

The information in this edition of The Leader, for me, is a peek at the culture of CLS: the accolades for the students, the generosity of so many of you, and the special community that stays in touch with our school all show through. Your contribution to our Academic Advancement Fund is a gift of life. We have taken numerous initiatives to keep our students safe as they return to in-person learning, and your generous support has provided financial assistance for our students and their families.

Finally, thanks to all our families who continue to make this campus a home away from home. The time we have to give our children goes quickly, so thank you to all who make this educational experience such a worthwhile investment.

Sincerely, John P. Kennedy, Ed.D.

THE LEADER

TABLE OF CONTENTS FALL 2020

FEATURES

Graduation 2020 .......................................................... 4 Valedictorian/ Salutatorian Speeches ........................ 8 Latin Legacy: Lt. Col Richard Lawson ‘89 .............. 14 2020 Golf Outing ....................................................... 17 Grand Event 2020....................................................... 18

IN EVERY ISSUE

Letter from the Headmaster ....................................... 2 Reconnect with CLS .................................................. 15 School News ................................................................ 12 Alumni News .............................................................. 19 In Memoriam .............................................................. 22

MISSION

Covington Latin School offers a unique program for academically talented students in the tri-state area. As its central purpose, CLS aims to form Christian leaders by challenging its students to attain their academic, intellectual, social, and moral potential.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Dr. John P. Kennedy, Headmaster Matt Krebs, Dean of Students Stephanie Tewes, Dean of Studies Erin Stone, Guidance Counselor Amy Darpel, Director of Advancement

CONTACT

Please direct all Letters to the Editor, address changes, or other correspondence to advancement@covingtonlatin.org or to:

Covington Latin School 21 East 11th Street Covington, KY 41011

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