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Summer 2023
03 04 06 16 24 INTRODUCTION
THE SKYHAWKS
ON BRONSON ROAD
SOUNDS OF FCDS
A message from our Head of School
Meet our new mascot
What’s been happening behind the blue door
FCDS set to song
ON THE FIELDS + AT THE RINK Sports, sports & more sports
28 32 38 50 55 FCDS CARES
THE GRADUATES
We are judged by our deeds
Congratulations!
BEYOND THE BLUE DOOR
Alumni news & updates
FCDS LEADERSHIP
REPORT OF GIVING
Administration, Board of Trustees & Parents’ Association
2022 – 2023
OUR MISSION TO PREPARE IMPACTFUL YOUNG LEADERS WHO ARE READY TO ‘MEET THE MOMENT.’ FCDS HELPS YOUNG BOYS BECOME LEADERS OF CHARACTER AND PURPOSE; READY TO FACE THE EVERYDAY CHALLENGES AND PIVOTAL TURNING POINTS OF THEIR LIFETIME WITH CONFIDENCE, COURAGE AND COMPASSION. Head of School: Margot Pearce Publishers: Ally Bates / Cathy Bergstrom / Leslie Noland Contributing Photographers: Cathy Bergstrom / Mandy McCubbin / Kristyn Miller Photography / Robert Norman Photography / Carolyn Russo / Patrick Sikes Photography Design: an advertising agency Printing: Gway Printing Solutions
A LETTER FROM
HEAD OF SCHOOL On September 5, Fairfield Country Day School will welcome its newest members, the Kindergarten Class of 2033. When those boys receive their ninth grade diplomas, plans will be well underway for FCDS’s Centennial celebration. We are already imagining the possibilities for our School’s campus as well as for our academic, arts and athletic programs. Our current Strategic Plan is an essential step on the path towards our 100th anniversary. We are committed to elevating and expanding all-boys education for today’s world, grounded in rigorous research about what best supports boys to learn, grow in self knowledge and build healthy relationships. Starting in the fall, the FCDS Boys Lab will help bring this vision to life through community engagement, faculty training and research-based innovation. Thanks to the generosity of our past and present parents and faculty, alumni, and friends, the creation of the Sullinger Center will offer an inspirational space where we can achieve our goals.
As we dream about the future of FCDS, we also recognize that so much of what moves our School forward involves our daily interactions with the boys—sharing lunch together, experiencing losses and wins on the field, practicing for poetry recitations and supporting each other through challenges, both big and small. When the Class of 2033 and all of our boys arrive on Bronson Road for the start of a new school year, please join me in imagining our vision for FCDS at 100 years old. I welcome your curiosity, your ideas and your inspiration. Pull up a chair at lunch, take a seat at a morning assembly, or stop in for a chance to chat. Because, together, we are FCDS.
MARGOT PEARCE P’15, ’17
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In the fall of 2022, FCDS debuted the Skyhawk. The new mascot is a nod to the School’s perch at the top of historic Greenfield Hill and the hawks that circle the sky, watching over the boys when they compete on the fields. Like the process in 1979 when FCDS created the Crusader, current FCDS students spread their wings and their imaginations to explore ideas that would represent our School’s rich history, location and values. What we experienced with the students was fun, challenging, thought provoking and inspiring. The result is a mascot that combines local relevance, mythical creatures, animals indigenous to our area, and original ideas that, when combined with our existing iconography and traditions, will become utterly unique to FCDS.
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ON BRONSON ROAD WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING BEHIND THE BLUE DOOR
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STUDENT PROFILES grade 9 FAVORITE FCDS MOMENTS Charlie Clarke My favorite FCDS memory is winning the GeoBee for the first time. I have been interested in geography since I was little and being able to pursue that interest at FCDS was very cool. After winning, I became even more interested in geography, and since then I have won many more Geo Bees.
Jay Cucinell My favorite moment at FCDS was at the Island School when the ninth grade went scuba diving. My favorite part of the dive was when Charlie woke up a stingray and it almost swam into me.
Hunter Dryden My favorite FCDS moment was winning the Grade 7 poetry contest. I remember choosing a very difficult poem so I was nervous about forgetting my lines. I also remember the auditorium being packed and having to recite my poem first which affected my nerves. After I finished my poem, and especially after I won, I felt extremely proud of myself.
Glen Foster My favorite FCDS memory was going scuba diving at the Island School because scuba diving is something I really enjoy. Before diving, we all learned about coral and fish and it was amazing to see what we learned about in real life. We got to see many species of fish such as sergeant major and lionfish which are an invasive species. We were also able to see a massive stingray.
George Karayiannis My favorite memory at FCDS was heading over to the rink after study hall in the winter. As soon as I got there it felt like such a relief—just letting go and forgetting about all my homework and whatever else was going on in the world.
Tyler Roccas I was thrilled to be nervous. Prior to FCDS, public speaking was foreign and somewhat scary to me. Hundreds of people directing their attention all at me, creating a thick silence that only I could fill, seemed overwhelming. That is why I am thankful that FCDS made me speak in public. Part of public speaking’s value is overcoming nerves. There are not many times that I was more nervous than my seventh grade poem. Although then I didn’t welcome the nerves, through the FCDS public speaking program, I have learned to appreciate and welcome nervousness.
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division updates GRADES K-3 by Porter Hill
GRADES 4-6 by Deb Sullinger
HEAD OF LOWER SCHOOL
HEAD OF MIDDLE SCHOOL
The 2022-23 school year brought back many of our most-favored traditions in the Lower School, including All-School Assemblies on Tuesdays, family-style lunches with fourth and fifth graders, mentor students from the Upper School visiting classrooms, and opportunities for LINK days with all grades! We have a new Math Lab for student enrichment and support, and the Lower School students enjoyed a modernization of the School’s library collection. It has been another fantastic year for our youngest Skyhawks.
The current school year allowed the Middle School students even more ‘normalcy’ than the previous two years. We enjoyed family-style lunches, LINK days, assemblies and the ability to move freely around the building. Most importantly, fun field trips were enjoyed by the boys and teachers.
hiking, swimming, making s’mores and doing other camping activities. Also, the Latin students at FCDS were invited to the CT State Latin and Greek Day this spring. This is an annual event where more than 1,000 students of Latin and Greek compete and participate in an immersive ancient Roman and Greek experience. The event offers a unique chance for FCDS students
The fourth graders traveled to Fairfield’s Quick Center to watch Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) to support their cultural awareness. Our fifth graders jaunted to the Pequot Museum as an extension of their study of Native American tribes. As a cumulative activity, after the study of Ancient Greece, the fifth graders practiced Olympic training at Skyzone Trampoline Park along with a Medieval Times feast and competition for their study of the Middle Ages.
of Latin to meet like-minded peers and spend the day experiencing the ancient Roman language and culture.
In the fall, the sixth graders adventured to Forest Lake Camp in the Adirondacks. They spent three days and two nights Math Lab
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Dia de los Muertos
Hulbert Outdoor Center
GRADES 7-9 by Jon Lord P’26, ’30, ’32 HEAD OF UPPER SCHOOL
The 2022-23 school year brought the Upper School community together in many new—and also familiar—ways. Our fall overnight trip to the Hulbert Outdoor Center on the shores of beautiful Lake Morey in Fairlee, Vermont, was an amazing opportunity for advisor groups to come together and share experiences and challenges that helped forge impactful relationships throughout the course of the school year.
Pequot Museum
As autumn turned to winter, the Upper School engaged once more in special programming celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and the importance of creating and sustaining a culture of belonging. This year’s musical, Newsies, was an example—yet again—of our older students pushing themselves outside of their comfort zones and collaborating on something truly special for all to enjoy. Hope springs eternal as we continued to showcase the many accomplishments— public speaking, sports, field trips—that help make our FCDS Upper School a special community. Pequot Museum
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UNDER THE MICROSCOPE MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT by Deb Sullinger Science classes can be some of the most exciting and engaging classes for students. These projects are not only fun and engaging, but they also help students develop critical thinking and problemsolving skills and provide opportunities for hands-on learning and exploration. By providing opportunities for students to explore and learn in a hands-on way, science classes at FCDS are helping to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators. Grade 4 Boys explored the fascinating world of waves, including water waves in the ocean, seismic waves during earthquakes and light and sound waves. Through hands-on projects and experiments, these students are learning about the properties of waves and how they impact our world.
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Grade 5 Diverse biomes and ecosystems that are home to a variety of plants and animals was the science focus for fifth grade. From the hot and dry deserts to the lush rainforests, students researched the unique characteristics of each biome and learned about the important role each plays in our environment. Grade 6 Boys built Rube Goldberg machines, trebuchets, and explored the world of kinetic energy. Through these projects, students learned about the principles of physics and engineering and used their creativity and problem-solving skills to design and build their own machines.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION lawrence alexander
by Molly Hemenway & Joe Isola
DEI Consultant Lawrence Alexander partnered with FCDS again this year to facilitate workshops and discussions with both faculty and students. He centered the conversations on critical topics of equity, inclusion, and belonging. A particular emphasis was placed on equity-centered pedagogy during the Professional Development days for faculty. During MLK Week, in Grades K-5, a full day was dedicated to the topic of “Embrace the Face,” where literature, activities, and workshops with students further explored the themes of inclusion and belonging. For Grades 6-9, MLK Week featured guest speakers and classroom activities that centered on “Building a Strong Community and Sense of Belonging.”
Walker shared his experience of being a student of color at a predominantly white all-boys’ school in Dallas. A few weeks after the MLK program, Rabbi Michael Friedman met with the boys in Grades 6-9. In his talk, he spoke of traditions and meaningful practices that are so important in Judaism. Collaborative efforts between faculty and students continued throughout the school year—including classroom projects and dedicated advisory group sessions focusing on DEI topics. Additionally, several faculty members participated in professional development programs to enhance the School’s offerings, while students attended student diversity leadership conferences off campus.
Lawrence spoke to the students along with Andy Sarkany, a Hungarian who grew up during the Holocaust. Bobby
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Future Leaders Head To Hartford Grade 3 Field Trip to State Capitol by Marie Mitchell P’22 If you’ve experienced third grade at FCDS, you will likely be able to recall facts, the location and capital of each of our 50 U.S. states. Much of the year is spent discussing the geography, economy, and people of each region. In addition, we dive into the importance of our local, state, and national governments to prepare for our memorable trip to the State Capitol each year. In January, the boys were greeted by our local State Representatives, Jennifer Leeper and Sarah Keitt, upon arrival in Hartford. Congress was in session so the boys got to experience it all! We learned about how our Senators and
Representatives vote on different laws and make decisions to help the citizens of Connecticut. We spoke to Senator Tony Hwang and took photos with the 4-time championship cheerleading team from Sacred Heart University that was being honored with official citations. We also ventured to the Connecticut Historical Society to learn about the three branches of government.
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The boys nominated and voted on Class Governor candidates and participated in a mock trial of BB Wolf versus the Three Little Pigs to help the boys understand how our judicial system works. It was a fun learning experience for the boys, chaperones and teachers, and we were so proud of how well our third graders represented FCDS throughout the day.
GOLDEN BLUE SLIPS FACULTY RETIREMENTS
as Director of Studies, countless afternoons in The Loop and four decades of shaping the lives of boys, Debbie Sullinger is ready to untuck her shirt, loosen her tie and retire her red correcting pen. Debbie taught in FCDS classrooms for
FRANCES O’NeillIL
38 years and, while we will miss her on
A golden Blue Slip goes to Frances O’Neill
campus, we are so excited about the
who retired this summer. Since 2003,
dedication of the new Sullinger Center.
Frances has been the go-to resource for
The central space on campus will be a
six Heads of School (let’s be honest…for
hub of innovation, faculty professional
all of the FCDS community) and is looking
development, community engagement
forward to spending more time with her
and global outreach and reflect her
grandchildren and getting more stamps
After 18 years as Head of Lower School, five
dedication to best teaching practices for
on her passport.
years as Head of Middle School, five years
boys.
DEBBIE SULLINGER
the island school, BAHAMAS by Glenn Foster ’23
The Island School is located on the
“low tide” (something we didn’t enjoy)
southern end of Eleuthera Island in the
and “seashells” (memories we would
Bahamas. Many kids from around the
bring home with us). Thank you to our
world visit this school to do one or two
fantastic chaperones at The Island
terms at a different school or just visit as
School, as well as Mr. Isola and Mr.
a summer camp. The ninth grade spent
Freer for an amazing trip.
four days here exploring the island and learning a little bit about marine biology. Some of the highlights of the trip for our group included scuba diving, visiting the amazing bakery, going to the beach and going on a night excursion where we found an octopus. On the last night, we made a bonfire and played a game called mafia, where we talked about our “high tide” (favorite part of the trip), IN THE LOOP/ 13
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FCDS SET TO SONG
SOUNDS OF FCDS fcds set to song
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ALUMNI PROFILE KEEPING THE FAITH
You’ll find his name in the playbills of
Kenneth “Buddy” Moales Class of 2013
’13, and you’ll see his commencement
Grease ’11, South Pacific ’12 and Oklahoma photo in the 2013 yearbook. You’ll also see his name on a 2021 diploma from Morehouse College where he graduated
Music has always been a part of Kenneth
Magna Cum Laude.
Moales’ life. He grew up with gospel— singing in the church youth choir—and
Five years after performing with the FCDS
listening to artists like Kurt Carr, Tye
Concert Choir at Morehouse College,
Tribbett, Tasha Cobbs-Leonard and so
Kenneth took the stage again as part
many more. He’s the son of a minister
of the Morehouse College Glee Club.
and love for all mankind.' This is what
and the grandson of one, too—a singing
During his four years in college, he was
I live by, and I could not be more
prodigy who was the President of the
the Chaplin, VP and President of the
grateful to FCDS for entrusting me
National Convention of Gospel Choirs
Glee Club.
with such an investment at such a
and Choruses .
young age.” Following in the footsteps of his dad and
Kenneth was a member of Pinstripes and
grandfather, Kenneth has taken his love for
And that may be our School’s
sang in the FCDS Concert Choir. And it
song and his devotion to faith to continue
greatest melody.
was on Bronson Road where he learned
his studies in ministry. You are able to
how to sing a new song. He credits
find his music and faith’s intersection on
FCDS for introducing him to classical
his album “Enter In,” a prayer album with
music, and it was in our theater where
original written pieces. He is currently
he learned to read sheet music. Along
interning with the City of Boston with the
with other members of the concert choir,
Senior Advisor of Faith- Based Initiatives
he performed in Europe and even took
to the Mayor. Next spring, he will earn his
the stage at Morehouse College—his
Master of Divinity degree from Harvard
father’s alma mater.
Divinity School. Kenneth
has
found
his
calling
in
ministry—a harmony of intersectional relations—and when he reflects on his time at FCDS, he appreciates that the lessons he learned at an all-boys school have stuck with him in the real world. “It’s a place to make mistakes, learn and grow from them…my ability to succeed is because of the foundation created at Fairfield Country Day School. The space and grace afforded to me at FCDS has given me a framework to become more than the eye could see. FCDS left me a song that spoke about ‘peace, prosperity, IN THE LOOP/ 17
WINTER CONCERT
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SPRING CONCERT
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PAPES FOR PAPES FOR PAPES F THE NEWSIES! THE NEWSIES! HE by Heather Hisey P’20 & Dominika McCauley
“Extra! Extra! You heard the story right
(8th),
Murphy
Burke
(7th),
Hunter
here!” The FCDS Spring Musical sold out
Dryden (9th), Cooper Acheychek (8th),
Tristan Andreasson (8th)
on our beloved Rosow Family Auditorium
Charlie Clarke (9th), Ben Gravanis (8th),
with Henry Smith (8th)
stage. In March, FCDS Performing Arts
Jay Cucinell (9th), Glen Foster (9th),
and
presented Disney’s Newsies, JR., music
Wells Johnson (8th), Campbell Erwin
Propmasters
by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman,
(8th), William Hathaway (7th), Bryce
Hanlon
book by Harvey Fierstein, based on
Acheychek (7th), Adler Davidowitz (7th),
Jaffe(7th).
the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker
Colin Verrengia (8th), Henry Engel (8th),
(8th) operated the stage lights,
and Noni White. The cast and crew
and Lyon Courtney (8th).
with Joshua Fields (8th) and
performed their best.
William (7th)
Elkus(8th). were
Jack
and
Joel
Hayes
Cooper
Gray Kenny (8th) on spotlights. Other roles were performed by Ryan
Masters of sound were Brighton
FCDS actors and friends brought history
Lane (8th), Grant Antrobus (8th), Charlie
Jesse (8th) and P.J. Fallot (7th).
to life, telling the story of the Newsboys
McCubbin (7th), Connie Finnegan (7th),
Strike of 1899. Each show began with
Zach Jaffe (7th), Justin Brennan (8th),
an introduction presented by Lyon
Gray Sicre (8th), A.J. Engel (7th), Stephen
Courtney (8th), Ryan Lane (8th), and
Gomez (8th), Craig Martin (8th), Eli Victor
Charlie McCubbin (7th). As the show
(7th), Briggs Davidson (7th), William Ryan
unfolded, spirits soared and fell. The cast performed with the dramatic flair and confidence of boys who lived on the street, while Pulitzer and his assistants fought to conquer them. “The World Will Know” about FCDS’ 2023 Spring Musical
(7th), and Michael Miller (7th), Danny
from here to Santa Fe for years to come!
Wade
(7th),
Noah
Velasquez
(7th),
Spencer Innes (7th), Peter Krastev-Gale (8th)
(7th), George Karayiannis (9th), Freddie
from Shelton Intermediate School as
Fahimi (7th), with Mr. Lord starring as the
Katherine, and Fay Connor (9th) from
faculty cameo.
We
welcomed
Addie
Mitchell
Regional Center for the Arts as Miss Medda. Leads included Cole McQuaid
Backstage, the crew kept the presses
(8th), Fabian Gomez (8th), Liam Stephan
running smoothly. Crew Chiefs Shane
(8th), Teddy Lugar (7th), Ryan Jacobson
Hale (8th) and Tyler Roccas (9th),
(8th), Peter Adovasio (8th), Jack Whitaker
assistants Charlie O’Neill (8th) and
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ON THE FIELDS + AT THE RINK SPORTS, SPORTs & MORE SPORTS
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FALL SPORTS by Brad Fallon Director of Athletics Varsity Soccer We finished the season at 3-4-2, as the legendary coaching duo of Isola and Runkel was back together after a season off. The highlight of the 2022 fall season was the victory at Homecoming over our rival GFA on a warm October Saturday. Fabian Gomez, an 8th grader, was our leader and highest scorer all season, and 9th graders Charlie Clarke and Hunter Dryden split time in the goal and were two of the best keepers in the Fairchester league. Varsity Flag Football We had one of the most enjoyable fall seasons in memory; it wasn’t so much the games against Rippowam or GFA, but the in-house intramural league divided into six teams of 40 boys playing games daily under the supervision of Coaches Dorman, Berry and Henry. The champion of the super bowl, played on a crisp day in November, was the Whiffenpoofs and their captain Colin Verrengia. Cross Country The boys in cross country were a small group but enthusiastic as they ran the streets of Greenfield Hill daily, preparing for their Thursday meets. Somebody made history this fall as one FCDS boy won every meet we ran and beat over 50 runners on his way to an undefeated season. Coaches Pontaza and Macksoud, two avid runners, said they have never seen anything like it, and we probably never will again. Congratulations to 6th grader Nick Cucinell.
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WINTER SPORTS Varsity Hockey The first-year coaching duo of Beau Macksoud and Ryan Seymour faced a big challenge this winter—the weather! The warm temps led to lost time on the ice, but the boys did not miss a beat and finished the season 3-3-1. We did manage to play seven games, and the highlight was the big win over St. Joseph’s High School. The Grade 9 players, Tyler Roccas, George Karayiannis, Hunter Dryden, Charlie Clarke, and Jay Cucinell, were our leaders on the ice and off. Varsity Basketball Coach Lord had a fantastic season with the boys; he couldn’t have been happier with their efforts; the Skyhawks' record was: 5-6. “The team worked together as a cohesive unit and supported each other throughout. The boys’ consistent effort and competitiveness improved significantly against the challenging competition.” Leading the way for us were 8th graders Cooper Acheychek and Fabian Gomez. Varsity Squash What an excellent season for the boys who once again traveled to Norwalk with Efrain Pontaza to the brand-new squash facility. Charlie McCubbin, a 7th grader, said, “Squash was exciting, and even though we didn’t win many games, most of the team was trying something new, and every day was a blast with our coaches.”
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SPRING SPORTS Varsity Lax The spring of 2023 was another successful season for the Skyhawks under first-year Coach Travis Berry and his assistant, Ryan Seymour. The 2-7 record doesn’t tell the story of this team that improved by leaps and bounds as alums Connor Kelly ’10 and Zach Brasser ’13 attended practice twice a week to help sharpen the boys’ skills. Ninth graders Jay Cucinell, Charlie Clarke, Tyler Roccas, and Glen Foster were our emotional leaders, and eighth graders
Fabian Gomez and goalie Liam Stephan were the backbone of our defense. The season’s highlight were the wins against The King School. Our seventh grade class was a strong one led by Kent Charney, and we all look forward to spring 2024. “The lacrosse team leaned a lot on their ninth grade leaders while learning to play as a team. We ended the season strong and have a lot to look forward to next spring”—Travis Berry, Coach
Cross Country In one of the most successful seasons in recent memory, the cross-country harriers swept many of the awards at the championship meet in mid-May. Our most decorated runner was seventh grader Bryce Acheychek. Briggs Davidson, Ryan Jacobson, Joshua Fields, and Jack Whitaker were only seconds behind. “This spring’s team was one of the largest we have had in years, and I was most impressed with the hard work and enthusiasm that the boys showed each and every day.”—Brad Fallon Director of Athletics. Coaches Pontaza and Macksoud were proud of how these boys competed and practiced daily and the Wednesday running days were epic, with teachers and parents joining in on the fun. Varsity Baseball Despite the 2-6 overall record, Coach Dorman and Coach Henry loved how their Skyhawks baseball team competed this year. Hunter Dryden and Will Ryan were the leading hitters, and the Jaffee twins—Zach and Joel—were close behind. Seventh graders Will Hathaway and Jack Hanlon were our most spirited players—the future is bright for the boys in blue. “We were a young but talented team that went through our ups and downs, but we persevered and learned a lot about what it takes to win games at the varsity level. I am confident that those struggles and learning experiences will pay dividends next year.” —John Dorman, Coach
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fcds cares LABORIBUS JUDICAMUR
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FCDS STEWARDSHIP By Noreen Franklin
Throughout the year, FCDS boys reached out to their fellow man, helped to protect our planet and supported local communities. FCDS boys are committed stewards—caring for themselves, their neighbors, and the world—fostering a lifelong commitment to helping others. FALL
WINTER
SPRING
We start the school year by promoting
In winter, we collect toys for the Marilyn
Ninth
stewardship,
graders
hold
our
annual
and
Goldstone Foundation and contribute to
Pancake
Breakfast,
maintaining our School environment.
a food drive for Mercy Learning Center.
proceeds
to
During breast cancer awareness month,
Our fundraiser raised over $11,000, and
efforts in Syria and Turkey. Earth Day
we dress in pink, educate our community
we provided lunches to The Community
activities teach us about protecting
through assemblies and raise donations.
Kitchen. Through Students Rebuild, FCDS
the environment through recycling
In November, we collect winter gear
created postcards for refugees, raising
programs
for those in need and plant bulbs for
over $1000.
support Heifer International, helping
picking
up
litter
donating
earthquake
and lift
composting. themselves
relief
We
a blooming campus. Our
families
out
book fair spreads the joy of
of poverty. We also brighten
reading by donating books
the days of senior citizens
to Adam J. Lewis Academy.
through notes with Meals on Wheels deliveries.
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ALUMNI PROFILE JUDGED BY OUR DEEDS E. William “Bill” Stetson Class of 1967 a Fellow at the Institute of Politics, and
and playing on the hockey team. The rink
he also pursued studies at the Harvard
was off campus in Westport, and we took
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
two blue Volkswagen buses to practice each day. There was always a competition
Carlos Santana & Bill Stetson
Q: What does being on the President’s
to see which different bus route arrived
Advisory Committee for the Arts entail?
first.
A: I was appointed by the White House
Q: What business lessons did your
and President Obama to serve. My goal
great-grandfather and grandfather give
was to include an eclectic group of
you with all their business experience?
musicians from Carlos Santana to hip hop
Eugene William Stetson III is a seasoned
to Led Zeppelin. I also helped identify
A:
film
and
programs with artists that reflected current
Richardson, was the founder of Vicks
environmental adviser with over 40 years
interests—such as children in crisis,
Chemical Company and inventor of Vicks
of experience. Currently serving as a
climate change. It was a combination of
VapoRub.
Senior Fellow at The Atlantic Council, he
art and science.
Stetson, was involved in early ownership
producer,
political,
arts,
My
great-grandfather,
Lunsford
My grandfather, Eugene W.
of Coca-Cola as well as the expansions
is actively involved in climate initiatives at the Global Energy Center. Stetson’s
Q: What was the most impactful film
of
impressive career includes roles such
for you to be involved in?
J.P.Morgan & Co. I grew up understanding
the
Illinois
Central
Railroad
and
the importance of a family company.
as a member of PACA under President
I
Obama and co-chair of the Kennedy
A: A Closer Walk.
I co-produced the
learned that as you make a profit, one
Center’s Mark Twain Prize. He has
educational film that was used by the
should also give to charity and the less
provided advisory services to Vermont
Peace Corps. This film showed the
fortunate. Our family’s emphasis was on
governors
effect of AIDS on women and how
giving back, philanthropy and how to
Douglas, and Peter Shumlin on energy
it varies by country.
better society. When I was 15, my FCDS
and environmental matters. Stetson’s
showed
use
friends and I drove to Bridgeport every
contributions extend to organizations
contributed to the spreading of AIDS.
week and tutored kids, because I knew we
Howard
Dean,
James
how
The film also
intravenous
drug
were fortunate to have grown up a certain
like Vermont Public Radio, the Harvard University Center for the Environment,
I also made a movie on the future of the
way and we needed to use our position to
and the Connecticut River Conservancy.
automobile industry with concentration
help others.
Additionally, he is a Trustee and Governor
on the use of electric cars.
for the Smith Richardson Foundation, tackling global policy challenges. As
Q: What are some fond FCDS memories?
the founding President of the Vermont Film Commission, Stetson has produced
A: I loved FCDS and learning the old
several independent films, notably “A
fashioned way—with tough love. Because
Closer Walk,” shedding light on the impact
I’m dyslexic, my learning challenge made
of the AIDS epidemic on women. Stetson
me work harder. I still fondly remember
holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard
Mr. Farr, one of my favorite teachers. I
University, where he was honored as
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EIGHTY-SIXTH COMMENCEMENt ABOUT THE SPEAKER
KEN DRYDEN
• Montreal Canadiens Goalkeeper from 1970-1979, Won 6 Stanley Cups • Hockey Hall of Fame, Inducted in 1983 • Member of Parliament, 2004-2011 • Cabinet Minister of Social Development, 2004-2006 • Published Author
FLY! SOAR! FIND YOUR VOICES.
Glenn's
expertise
that
guaranteed
boys, forming connections takes time
safety. But if ever atop Mount Everest,
and courage. Yet, at FCDS, his grandson
Graduations hold a special place in
Ken commented that it was Jay's
discovered the power of camaraderie,
everyone’s hearts; such celebrations
adventurous spirit that may lead him to
growing more confident and prepared
reveal a side of students we seldom
bike his way down.
for the journey ahead.
confidence, moments of pride and
He noted how the mention of certain
To the graduates, we extend our heartfelt
accomplishment.
teachers' names trigger memories—the
congratulations and best wishes. As
voice of Mr. Isola addressing a challenge,
you embark on the next stage of your
see—their transformation and newfound
Despite
away,
Mr. Henry's insistence on annotations,
educational voyage, remember the
Commencement Speaker Ken Dryden
living
hours
Monsieur Pontaza's impeccable French,
words
has felt connected to FCDS ever since
or Mr. Lord's profound connections
Continue to seek and discover your true
his grandson Hunter’s arrival over a
to Persepolis. At FCDS, it seems the
selves. Fly high, soar to new heights,
decade ago. From Grandparents' Day
question that looms over every student
and embrace all that lies ahead.
to winter concerts, each experience
is, "How does this relate?"
has provided him with glimpses into the vibrant tapestry of our community.
spoken
at
commencement.
And let the spirit of the Skyhawk, In a recent conversation with his
your new mascot, guide you with its
grandson, he asked Hunter about his
resounding cry: "Fly! Soar!"
He spoke of each ninth grader–Charlie's
most cherished aspect of attending
expertise in geography and his enduring
FCDS,
presence alongside their grandson and
response.
the dedicated teachers. He recognized
answer was simplicity and depth all at
George with his radiant smile and blond
once.
anticipating Yet,
a
mischievous
Hunter’s
surprising
hair. When faced with a math problem, Ken knew that Charlie and Tyler become
"The friends you make.”
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MEET THE GRADS WHERE ARE THEY GOING? BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Grade 8
GROTON SCHOOL Grade 8
Shane Hale
Peter Adovasio
BRUNSWICK ACADEMY Grade 9
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Grade 9
George Karayiannis
Charles Clarke Tyler Roccas
CANTERBURY SCHOOL Grade 8 Owen Martini
KENT SCHOOL Grade 9 Jay Cucineli
FAIRFIELD COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Grade 8 Tristan Andreasson Grant Antrobus Justin Brennan Henry Engel Fabian Gomez Benjamin Gravanis
Grade 8 Griffin Calger Campbell Erwin ST. GEORGE’S SCHOOL Grade 8 Asher Guibone-Goldsmith
Oliver Hughes
ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL Grade 8
Ryan Lane
Cooper Acheychek
Craig Martin
Cole McQuaid
Charles O’Neill Samuel Tymniak Nathaniel Weiss GREENS FARMS ACADEMY Grade 9 Glen Foster Grade 8 James Cooper Ryan Jacobson Brighton Jesse 34 /IN THE LOOP
STAPLES HIGH SCHOOL Grade 8 Charles Grodd TAFT SCHOOL Grade 9 Hunter Dryden TRUMBULL HIGH SCHOOL Grade 8 Henry Smith
Class of 2023
Class of 2024 IN THE LOOP/ 35
2023 COMMENCEMENT
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BEYOND THE BLUE DOOR ALUMNI NEWS & UPDATES
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CLASS NOTES
1999 Jonathan Ward launched his new book The Decisive Decade on April 25. from 6/1/2022 to 6/1/2023
1949 Edwin Blair is proud to be one of the few alumni that was taught under the leadership of Mrs. Gregory, Mr. Mahoney and Mr. Hoxton. His time at FCDS gives him the warmest of memories and was the greatest of times.
University was good, but only in grad school was he able to answer the big questions that finally got him out into the real world, visiting factories in China in the ʼ90s, and listing and analyzing container ports, among other companies, during the 2000s.
Jim Graves may not be the oldest alumnus, but reports he is close. The Class of 1949 was the last to graduate from the old campus on Unquowa Road. My father was a Trustee for many years. Everyone has a memorable teacher in their lives, if they are lucky. Mine was Louella Gregory, wife of the school founder. She instilled in me a love of history which I carry to this day.
1981 Perry Bartol and his wife, Charlotte, moved to Hamilton, Montana. Perry retired from banking and he and Charlotte spend their time enjoying the outdoors in all four seasons skiing, golfing, hiking, camping, fishing, hunting and shooting.
1956 George duPont is grateful for years of learning to get back up after getting knocked down playing school boy sports. He is looking forward to attending his 60th Yale reunion with FCDS classmate Cuyler Shaw who decided in 7th grade that “I should root for the Milwaukee Braves” and use terms like “matchless fidelity” in his book reports. FCDS makes lifelong memories, smiles and friends. 1962 Cliff Paige came back to campus as a substitute teacher for Upper School math for a few days in February 2023. 1973 Charles F. (Chip) Oudin III has retired from a 40-year career searching for oil and gas around the world with Pennzoil, BP, Kerr-McGee, and Anadarko Petroleum. Chip and his wife currently live in The Woodlands, TX, just outside Houston. His two grandsons keep him happy and busy. He has golf, yardwork, swimming, and (now that the pandemic has waned) travel and visiting friends to keep himself busy. This past June marked 50 years since he graduated from FCDS. 1978 Charles de Trenck spent twenty-five years in Asia after receiving his MA degree from UCLA. He notes that of all his studies, UCLA turned out to be the most rewarding. Undergrad at Georgetown
Bill Seeley teaches and writes in philosophy and cognitive science. Most of his classes remain online these days and include a course on the impact of advances in biotech on our concept of ourselves as persons, one on Al, robotics, and computer ethics, a seminar on the philosophy of video/computer games and his perennial favorite course on the philosophy of art. Online teaching has allowed him to join the fulltime ranks of ski patrol at one of the Maine resorts! He reports it is nice to be outdoors in the winter and maybe he just missed the old triangular metal sleds he and classmates would grab from the shed to shred on the slopes above Blair Field at recess!
2000 Tyler Auer taught elementary and middle school math for 12 years, and, in 2021, switched to software engineering. That same year he relocated from The Bay Area to Boulder, CO with his wife Jessica and daughters Hannah (5) and Avery (3), who are enjoying the plethora of parks and outdoor activities, not to mention snow! Tyler and his wife purchased their first home and are anxiously awaiting their third child due in early June! Peter Dacey and his wife Alexis welcomed a baby girl, Elizabeth Post Dacey, at 3:22 am on December 30, 2022. Elizabeth weighed 7 lbs. 2 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. 1 Chris Hawley and his wife Roxanne welcomed a baby girl, Maya, on March 7, 2023. She weighed 7 lbs, 9 ounces. Chris reports she’s been smiling and making sounds, besides crying. They live in Venice, CA. 2 Matt Koizim completed his tenure as the Chief of Staff for Risk Modeling at JPMorgan Chase’s Consumer and Community Bank, and has moved on to become a Lead on the firm’s Employee Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team. Matt is excited to continue his personal DE&I journey.
1982 Robert Brodersen recently joined Open Road Brands as their General Manager/ National Sales Director of their Sports Division after 19 years with Champs Sports and 10 years with VF and Fanatics. 1986 Christopher Rosow released Book Five of his Ben Porter Series titled Epic Injustice.
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1996 Kevin Landesman recently completed his second Masters Degree, an M.Ed in Independent School Leadership from George Mason University. He hopes to pursue an opportunity in school leadership. 2
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2001 David Cole and his wife Nora Goddard welcomed their second child, Stella Lore Cole on February 1, 2023, at 9:11 am. Stella weighed 7lbs. and was 19 inches long. 3 2002 Colton Bloom returned to campus on April 4 as the 2023 Dr. Marion V. Sowa Visiting Artist. 4 Jon Terbell lives in Boston with his wife, Madelyn. They welcomed their second daughter into the world last June. Jon reports they now have a two-and-a-halfyear-old teenager named Evelyn Lousie (or “Weezy”) and a 10-month old emerging toddler named Abigail. 2004 William K. Cargill (Bill) and his wife Bianca, welcomed their second child, Leo Harris Cargill, on June 13, 2022 at 1:48 pm. Leo weighed 6lbs. 12oz. and was 18 inches long. 5 2008 Matt Clarida is a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. He graduated with a JD/MBA from Columbia in 2021 and then clerked on the Delaware Supreme Court. He is getting married in September 2023 and then starting a new position at the Paul Weiss law firm in New York.
James Dean is working at Fork and Spoon which is a restaurant where one pays what one can, located in Bozeman, MT. He is passionate about fly fishing and snowboarding and has enjoyed a few visits from FCDS classmates. Jordan Grice married Deondra White on November 26, 2022, at the Aria in Prospect, CT. Jordan’s brother Sharrieff ‘11 was the best man and Derek Snetro ‘08 was a groomsman. 6 2009 Luke Mazmierdzak wed Makenna on October 28, 2022, in Austin, Texas. Classmates Henry Kreitler, Jamie Johnson, Paul Mascarenhas and Michael Urquhart were all in attendance. 7 2010 Sam Flicker worked as a Case Manager prior to graduating Magna Cum Laude from Northeastern University. Since graduating, Sam has worked as a Sales Development Representative in the technology industry. His journey has inspired him to pursue his passion and become a Clinical Psychologist. In August, he will begin his 5-year Doctoral studies. 8
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Connor Kelly made the USA Lacrosse National Team and played in the 2023 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship in San Diego in June. 2011 Nathaniel Flicker graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University with Honors in 2019. Following a year-long internship with the University of Pennsylvania’s Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia, he moved to Far Hills, N.J. where he managed ~200 acres of natural lands at Hay Honey Farm. He is currently living and loving life in Brooklyn, N.Y. and working in urban horticulture for a landscape design firm in New York City. He lives with fellow FCDS alumni Jack Bradley ‘12. Kyle Scheetz got Caroline Lambert. 8
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2013 Patrick Craig graduated from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP) with a Masters in science and Real Estate Development. He is working in New York City at an investment management firm—Jordan Park, on the real estate team. He loves living in the West Village and has found a way to play football, baseball and basketball in various locations throughout the five boroughs and also make skiing his passion in the winter.
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2014 Louis Colosimo will continue his football career overseas. After one year in Denmark, Louis will play next season in the Italian Football League. 9 Tommy Whiteley graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Magna Cum Laude from Brown University last May, with membership in Pi Sigma Alpha (a National Political Science Honor Society). He is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in Global Governance and Diplomacy at the University of Oxford in the U.K. This August, he will be starting a JD program at the University of Virginia Law School. 2015 Robinson Brown graduated from New York University. 10 Clay Wackerman was named a Fulbright Scholar and spent the year in Thailand. 11 2016 Connor Boyle graduated from The College of the Holy Cross where he majored in Economics and was named Captain of the Men’s Division 1 Lacrosse Team. In July, Connor started his career in finance at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation as an analyst in the Loan Syndication Group.
2017 Henry Bartol attends Colgate University. He spent this past fall in London as part of the Economic Study Group. Shane Cooper finished his junior year at High Point University where he is majoring in Game Design with a minor in Music. Shane sings in the HPU Chamber Choir and is the Student Government Representative for the Game Design Club, specializing in constitutional drafting and parliamentarian duties. This summer he is spending five weeks in Japan studying Japanese culture and game design. Afterwards, he returns to campus for a summer internship with his game design professor while also working part-time for the rec department. Thomas Craley is currently finishing his sophomore year at Lawrence University. He is the captain of the men’s foil fencing team and is preparing to head back to Nevada this summer for a third season as a wildland firefighter. Gavin Guterl wrapped up a semester abroad at L’Institut d’études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) and spent the summer working in NYC before heading back to the University of St. Andrews in Scotland for his final year of undergraduate studies.
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Jack Smalls graduated from Regis High School in 2020 and is heading into his senior year at The College of the Holy Cross. Jack spent The 2022-23 school year studying abroad at the University of Oxford. 12 2019 Thomas Prendergast graduated from Canterbury School and will be attending Southern Methodist University in the fall. Pony Up! Christian Wood graduated from the Gunn School and is going to play hockey juniors in New Jersey. 13 2020 Patrick Ashe started a free baseball camp in Stamford for underprivileged boys and girls. He was awarded an $8,000 grant for the Jackie Robinson Foundation. Deuce Barnaby is starting Springfield College this fall where he is going to major in exercise science and is considering a career in physical therapy or strength and conditioning. Deuce is planning to play rugby while at SC. Last year Deuce was named captain of the Fairfield Rugby Club.
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Harrison Bennett has been accepted to the West Point Military Academy. 14 Will Dixion graduated from Fairfield Prep in May and is headed to the University of Maine this fall and will be majoring in animal behavioral science with a minor in outdoor leadership. Will wants to be veterinarian. Marco Firmender was named the New Haven Register Area MVP for boys lacrosse in July 2022. 15 Luke Hublitz graduated from Brunswick School and is attending University of Virginia where he will play lacrosse. Joe Macri will attend Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business in the fall. Ellis Mcdonald graduated from Avon Old Farms School in May and is attending the Fisher College of Business at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, where he will also be a member of the University’s top-ranked Men’s Lacrosse Team.
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Colin Sherman graduated from Fairfield Ludlowe High School and is attending Champlain College in Burlington, VT. where he will be studying psychology. John Staub is excited to attend the University of Miami in the fall. 16 2021 Ryan Cirasuolo is starting his senior year at Staples High School and in the midst of the college application process.
2023 Derek Denkin is enjoying Greens Farm Academy. He is finding academic success and enjoyed his first season of JV soccer. Derek is also lead drummer of the school band. 18 Schae Miller was confirmed at Southport Congregational Church. His family recently rescued a puppy named Cali. You may have left campus, but as an FCDS Alumnus you are never far from the Blue Door. We have made every effort to publish names and notes accurately. To submit a class note for a future publication or to let us know of a correction, please contact our Alumni Office at alumni@fairfieldcountryday.org.
Dameer Phifer made the Under Armor All America Lacrosse Team. 17
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Charley Moore will be attending the College of Charleston. He is going to study abroad in the fall at the Federation for International Education in London. Charley will be studying at the College of Charleston’s School of Business with an emphasis on Entrepreneurship, Brand Development and Sustainability.
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IN MEMORIAM
from 6/1/2022 to 6/1/2023
We dedicate this page to close members of our community who are no longer with us. Alumnus William Harrison Noland Class of 2013 July 24, 1998–August 22, 2022 He loved casting a line near Cockenoe Island and catching the surf along the Malibu coast. He treasured the Green Monster and the Grateful Dead, fresh powder under his board at Okemo, sliding into third on the softball field and analyzing NFL stats. But more than anything, Will loved his big life—his family, his friends who felt like family and his dogs, Fenway and Brady. On August 22, William Noland, of Fairfield, Connecticut, passed away peacefully in Venice, California. Born in Atlanta on July 24, 1998, Will was a graduate of Fairfield Country Day
tickets—Will would do anything for anyone
Big Will, as his parents Leslie and Pat
School, Middlesex School and Pepperdine
because in his life forecast, there was
affectionately called him, loved big. His Big
University, where he studied Economics.
always more sunshine than cloudy days.
Love will continue to live on.
He was a compassionate and selfless big
He had a unique gift for seeing the sun
Will is survived by his mother, Leslie, father,
brother to Hallie and Christopher and
behind the clouds and the beauty in the
Pat, sister, Hallie, and brother, Chris ’19.
played the role of surrogate big brother
world around him. He understood the
to his family’s close Fairfield friends. He
healing power of a big hug, the majestic
shared a special bond and brotherhood
spirit of elephants, the faith within The
with everyone who met him, but especially
Serenity Prayer, the beat of an acoustic
with the members of Pepperdine’s Sigma
jam at a Dave Matthews show and the
Phi Epsilon fraternity.
connection he could create with others. Some of Will’s happiest memories included
Will was always there when you needed him.
learning to surf as a teen from his Uncle
And, more importantly, he was there during
Jim, visiting relatives in South Carolina,
those times when you didn’t know you
playing chess with his Pop and gathering
did. A bouquet of flowers on the doorstep
at annual family reunions in the Pocono
every Mother’s Day, an unexpected phone
Mountains and the beaches of Hawaii with
call to his grandparents in the middle of
his cousins, two sets of aunts and uncles
the afternoon, surprise Dead & Co. concert
and grandparents.
Members of the FCDS Community Terrence Clancy, April 21, 2023 Parent of John ’03 and Coleman ’08 and uncle of Connor ’20 and Jack ’22 Gregory Quental, August 6, 2022 Parent of Drake ’16 Martha Hisey, June 21, 2022 Grandparent of James ’31
Families of alumni are encouraged to share reminiscences or obituaries with the Alumni Office. alumni@fairfieldcountryday.org.
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CONNECTING WITH Fellow alums gathered for a mini-reunion at the Riverside Yacht Club in June ’22. 1 Cullinan ’18 Korus ’18 Carrigan Cullinan and Isaac Korus from the Class of 2018 met up on the field when Loomis and Taft faced off during lax season. 2
Foley ’19 Wood ’19
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Aidan Foley and Christian Wood caught
L - R: Richard Bell ʼ68, Peggy Moore, Doug Moore ʼ67, Vanessa Bruder, Bob Bruder ʼ67, John Barry ʼ67, Carly Berlin ʼ68, Daria Barry, and Jim Vose ʼ67
at the Taft vs. Gunn hockey game in February 2023. 3 Foley ’19 Mason ’19 Aidan Foley and Tyler Mason graduating from Taft School in May 2023.
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Reynolds ’22 Murphy ’21 Huntington ’20
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Brooks Reynolds, James Murphy, and Will Huntington were part of the Fairfield Prep hockey team that won the CIAC Hockey Division 1 state title in March 2023. 5 FCDS alums help staff Summer@FCDS camp each year. This year, the alumni working camp got together for an FCDS tradition of “BEC” (bacon, egg, and cheese) sandwiches to celebrate the end of camp. 6 44 /IN THE LOOP
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Wood ’19 Bundy ’19 LoGuercio ’20 Christian Wood, Ben Bundy and Alex LoGuercio reconnected on the ice at the Gunn vs Pomfret hockey game in February 2023.
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made the first team All-NEPSAC Boys Hockey team.
Mason ’19 Foley ’19 Tyler Mason and Aidan Foley at a Taft lacrosse game. 8 Eykyn ’23 7
Nemec ’23
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Alexander Eykyn and Teddy Nemec together on the St. George’s Campus. 9 Keogh ’98 Conzelman ’13 10
Blake Keogh and Nicky Conzelman caught up while on the slopes. 10 Nemec ’23 Greenberg ’23 Philip Nemec and Austin Greenberg faced off on the field when Kimball Union played Vermont Academy in lacrosse
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alumni events DINNER AT CENTRO—DECEMBER 2022
WINTER GAMES—DECEMBER 2022
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NEW YORK CITY RECEPTION—MAY 2023
REUNION—JUNE 2023
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WHERE ARE THEY GOING? CLASS OF 2019 Aiden Foley ’19
Thomas Prendergast ’19
Owen Wyman ’19
University of Southern California
Southern Methodist University
Colorado College
Deuce Barnaby ’20
Luke Hublitz ’20
Charlie Orben ’20
Springfield College
University of Virginia
University of Richmond
Harrison Bennett ’20
Will Huntington ’20
Aneesh Roy ’20
West Point Military Academy
University of Richmond
University of Richmond
William Dixon ’20
Joe Macri ’20
Mike Sheehan ’20
University of Maine
Ohio State University
University of Richmond
Charlie Fabro ‘20
Ellis Mcdonald ’20
Colin Sherman ’20
Fordham University
Ohio State University
Champlain College
Marco Firmender ’20
Charley Moore ’20
John Staub ’20
University of Pennsylvania
College of Charleston
University of Miami
Tyler Fox ’20
Nate Moore ’20
Boston University
University of Delaware
CLASS OF 2020
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ALUMNI PROFILE Let sparks fly Patrick Ashe Class of 2020
The main road of the country is also the landing strip for the national airport, located approximately 2,383 miles off the coast of Australia. I’ve never been to Tuvalu, which is currently in a climate crisis that could sink the island of 11,000 citizens within the next decade. It was that tiny country, however, that sparked my interest in understanding and memorizing all 196 countries on our planet. São Tomé and Principe, Lesotho, Eswatini. I haven’t visited any of these countries that populate our global map. But I know each country’s geographic location, climate, leadership, and place in this world. My interest in geography became otherworldly. In fact, it was Mars and the ambitions of many to put humans on the red planet that sparked my intrigue in exoplanets. The spark, my spark, is my curiosity. I spent two months wiring the engine of a remote-control airplane. It was a challenging building process where I taught myself the engineering aspects and proudly watched my plane take flight. When tasked with a school assignment to recreate an ancient artifact, I crafted a Civil War era musket from my own diagram by browsing antique stores for parts to historic
weapons. I find the process of research and development can sometimes be more fulfilling than the actual result. My curiosity is what ignites how I approach things. When I step on a field or get to work on a new project, I use the opportunity to spark conversations, observe other’s actions and listen to new perspectives. I am energized when I’m on the pitching mound, but I am just as enthusiastic about sitting in the press box reporting on games and analyzing player statistics. It was my passion for baseball that sparked my interest in broadcasting and helping others understand sports. Two years ago, I wanted to help young kids grasp the importance of sportsmanship and my passion for baseball is what sparked my youth baseball camp in the back fields of Stamford. What began with a few boys and girls playing with borrowed equipment has grown to a three-week program with over 100 athletes, donated gear, and an $8000 grant to support these underserved athletes. I credit my ADHD for my constant strive to learn new information and understand unique facts. What some may view as a challenge has become a gift to my learning. It has helped me understand who I am and how I am. It’s partly why I see a task to completion and find interest in the obscure. It is a lens that allows me to see the world, and its 196 countries, differently. I don’t view our world history—and my personal history—as isolated events from the past. Instead, learning becomes like building blocks. I take each thing I learn from the past and build upon it. I follow my
curiosity. When I was intrigued about breathing underwater and the view from the bottom of the ocean, I learned to scuba dive. When I exhausted my hypothesis about the best places to cast a line, I learned how to spearfish so I could be closer to the fish. It is my constant curiosity that motivates me to explore. What I have come to learn is that learning is important to me. My adventurous, competitive yet friendly, outgoing and approachable outlook on life is what makes me a self-starter. The initiative to do it the right way is my true spark. To understand. To do my best. To feel a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. I will keep Tuvalu on my travel bucket list and continue to map the route to Kepler 42b, an Earth-like planet that is 1,200 light years away, because I intend to bring life to everything I do, everyone I meet and everything I learn. I am ready to make sparks fly.
If an experience at FCDS inspired your personal statement for college admissions, we would love to share with our community! Best of luck to all the FCDS alum starting college in the fall!
“I ALWAYS LOOKED FORWARD TO THE DAILY PRESENTATIONS IN MR. FALLON’S CLASS WITH FACTS AND PICTURES OF PLACES I HAD NEVER SEEN BEFORE. I BELIEVE THAT IS WHY I ALWAYS WANTED TO FIND OUT MORE AND LEARN ABOUT PLACES I HAVE NEVER BEEN EXPOSED TO IN EVERY CORNER OF THE WORLD.” IN THE LOOP/ 49
FCDS LEADERSHIP ADMINISTRATION, BOARD OF TRUSTEEs & PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION
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A LETTER FROM
P R E S I D E N T, B O A R D O F T R U S T E E S Dear FCDS Community, I am always amazed how quickly the last two months of school fly by. It was filled with Poetry Contests, Spring Concerts, the PA’s Spring Celebration and our Alumni Reception in NYC. We also honored Deborah Sullinger for her 38 years of dedicated service to our School. My family and the whole FCDS Community will miss Mrs. Sullinger dearly next year. We wish her the best in her retirement, and we know her legacy at our School will continue on through the newly designated Sullinger Center and the FCDS Boys Lab. The Board of Trustees and I are impressed by what Margot Pearce and her administration have accomplished this year. They have successfully implemented the Strategic Plan we finalized last summer, and we are already seeing positive growth in enrollment and development. Margot and her team have revamped our Division structure
and integrated the Boys Lab into our operations. I believe these changes are going to improve the continuity of our boys’ educations from year to year and foster even more growth in each individual boy. I am excited to see what else FCDS has in store for the future. I would like to take this moment to thank the parents of our students for all of their support. The FCDS Fund and the Spring Celebration both surpassed their fundraising goals and parent participation has been quite strong. Our community is more than just the faculty and the students—parents, alumni and past parents play such a vital role in making FCDS such an amazing place. Thank you for your support of Fairfield Country Day School and I hope to see you on campus very soon.
ROBERT D. RUSSO ’90, P’27, ’27
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fcds leadership ADMINISTRATION TEAM Margot Pearce P’15, ’17....................... Head of School Maureen Bartolomeo........................... Associate Head of School, Finance and Operations Jon Lord P’26, ’30, ’32........................ Head of Upper School Debbie Sullinger.................................... Head of Middle School
THANK YOU TO OUR PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION FCDS thanks our Parents’ Association leadership for helping guide our School. It’s been a year of enriching activities, fun events and bringing our community together.
Porter Hill.................................................. Head of Lower School JJ Van Ess ’03......................................... Director of Academic Technology Brad Fallon............................................... Director of Athletics Paul Mountcastle P’28......................... Director of Development Caroline Savage..................................... Director of Admissions Julie Seymour P’07, ’11......................... Director of Health Services and Safety Leslie Noland P’13, ’19......................... Director of Marketing and Communications Chris Littrell.............................................. Director of Operations
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Laura Brennan P’24 & Amanda Fahimi P’25
NEW trustees 2022 KELLY JACOBSON
PEGGY STEPHAN
DAVID PERDUE
JEFF WHITAKER
Kelly Jacobson is a business and marketing
Sachs where he managed many of the firm’s
University. Peggy and her husband, Keith, have
professional, entrepreneur, and community
largest
relationships
been part of the FCDS community since 2017
volunteer. She began her career in the Audit
with private equity, family office and related
and reside in Westport with their two sons, Liam
practice of Coopers and Lybrand servicing
portfolio company clients. Prior to that role,
’24 and Finn ’27.
manufacturing, media, and nonprofit clients,
Mr. Perdue was a senior member of Goldman
during which time she earned her CPA. After
Sachs’ Leveraged Finance Group where he
Jeff Whitaker is President and CEO of Chevy
later receiving her MBA, she launched a career
held various leadership responsibilities in the
Chase Trust. He also is a Director of Chevy
in brand management (Unilever and Ghirardelli
industrials, technology, media and telecom, real
Chase Trust and ASB Capital Management.
Chocolate), market research, and marketing
estate and healthcare sectors. Mr. Perdue began
Prior to joining Chevy Chase Trust, Jeff held a
leadership for two internet start-ups. Kelly has
his career in the telecommunications industry,
series of leadership positions in the investment
been an active volunteer at FCDS over the
most recently at AT&T. Mr. Perdue earned BA
management and wealth management industry.
past seven years and has served as PA Co-
degrees in Economics and East Asian Studies
Most recently, he was COO for Client Service
President, Co-Chair of the Day of Service and
from Vanderbilt University and an MBA from
and Marketing at Bridgewater Associates. Prior
Homecoming, and a Class Ambassador. She has
the Darden School at the University of Virginia
to that, he was COO of Berkshire Partners, the
been a long-standing PTA Board Member at Mill
where he was a Shermet Scholar. David and his
Boston-based private equity firm. Before joining
Hill Elementary School and has been involved
wife, Danielle, reside in Westport with their two
Berkshire, Jeff was Managing Director and
in a wide range of volunteer roles supporting
sons, David ’27 and Jack ’29.
CFO at the J.P. Morgan U.S. Private Bank. Prior
and
most
important
to that, he was Managing Director and COO of
children for the Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, St. Baldrick’s Foundation, Junior Achievement, and
Peggy Stephan has been the Treasurer on the
Deutsche Bank Private Wealth Management
tutoring programs. She also enjoys substitute
Vestry at Christ & Holy Trinity Church in Westport,
—Americas. Earlier in his career, Jeff served
teaching at The Hunt Ridge Montessori School.
CT, since 2019 and served on the board of the
as Vice President in Strategic Marketing at GE
Kelly graduated from Fairfield University with
Christ & Holy Trinity Preschool as Treasurer from
Commercial Finance, was a Principal in The
a B.S. (summa cum laude) in Accounting and
2014-2021. She began her career in financial
Boston Consulting Group’s financial services
received the University Award in Business. She
services at JPMorgan in New York, and later
practice
received her MBA from the Kellogg School of
at TPG-Axon Capital in London. Since 2009,
positions with The Advisory Board Company.
Management at Northwestern University. Kelly
Peggy has been focused, full-time, on raising
Jeff holds a B.A. (cum laude) in History and
and her husband, Paul, reside in Southport with
two boys and two dogs, while volunteering in
Political Science from Williams College and an
their three children, Owen ’20, Ryan ’24, and Ella.
the community. In her spare time, Peggy enjoys
MBA from the Wharton School at the University
live music, cooking, photography, and spending
of Pennsylvania. Jeff and his wife, Alexi, reside in
David Perdue is a Partner in the Strategic
time in Southern Vermont. She completed her
Fairfield with their son, Jack ’24.
Advisory Group at PJT Partners. Prior to joining
undergraduate studies at Loyola University
PJT Partners, Mr. Perdue worked at Goldman
Maryland and obtained her MBA from Columbia
and
held
various
management
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BRONSON AWARD Sarah & Mark Hale 2022
L-R: Rob Russo, Sarah Hale, Mark Hale and Margot Pearce
PREVIOUS BRONSON AWARD RECIPIENTS Adrienne & Jim Conzelman ‘77................2021 Kathleen & Greg Garvey............................ 2020 Annie Zimmerli-Haskel & Jim Haskel........2019 Missy & Kevin Harmon................................2018 Pam & Mark Beaudoin................................. 2017 Sheila Clancy..................................................2016 Gerry Pearce, Jr.............................................2015 Gerry Pearce, Sr.............................................2015 Patrick & Finley Shaw..................................2014 Robert & Cindy Citrone...............................2013 Alan & Frances Offenberg.........................2013 Virginia Cargill................................................2012 Frode & Mary Foss Skiftesvik................... 2011 Larry & Megan Foley................................... 2010 John & Susan Akers.................................... 2009 Jim & Bailey Haas........................................ 2008 John & Dorothy Payne............................... 2007 Kevin & Mary Cunningham....................... 2006 Tom & Patti Keegan..................................... 2005 Gary & Barbara Johnson........................... 2005 David & Anny Ward..................................... 2004 Michael & Lauri Friedland......................... 2004 Bill & Fleur Rueckert.................................... 2003 Jim & Whitney Vose.................................... 2002 John & Betsy Perkin.....................................2001 David & Jeanne Rosow.............................. 2000 Worthington & Fran Johnson ..................2000 54 /IN THE LOOP
We would like to thank all members of the Bronson Society for their leadership support of Fairfield Country Day School. Over the past decade, the generosity of our Bronson Society members has helped make improvements to our programming and campus. We’ve added new technology, renovated the Worthington Johnson Ice Rink and made numerous building enhancements. This year, we expanded The Rotanz Family Music Room to provide larger spaces for both instruction and instrument storage. We also renovated The Paige ’62 Learning Commons to provide additional classrooms for math and study skills instruction. The Bronson family, whose home the School occupies and for whom this award is named, was benevolent and involved members of their community. Each year we honor a deserving member of our community as the Bronson Award Recipient. This year we recognize the commitment of Sarah and Mark Hale.
The Hale family joined the Fairfield Country Day School community ten years ago when their son, Shane, began in our Pre-K program. Since then, Sarah and Mark have been actively engaged in our community. Mark joined the FCDS Board of Trustees in 2018 and served as the Audit Committee Chair and was a valued member of the Finance committee. His tireless leadership was especially appreciated as an instrumental member of FCDS’s Covid-19 Task Force. Like Mark, Sarah has also played a vital role at FCDS. Three years ago, she cochaired The John Munro Experience 2019 Fundraiser—an event to celebrate the Head of School’s retirement and raise funds for our FCDS. That evening resulted in the largest night of fundraising in our School’s history with more than $260,000 in donations. We thank Sarah and Mark for their commitment and their unwavering support of Fairfield Country Day School.
The Bronson Family would be very proud to see the legacy of community involvement so selflessly shared by all award winners. Please accept our heartfelt appreciation for all that you have done for the Fairfield Country Day School.
REPORT OF GIVING 2022 – 2023
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Report of giving THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED FCDS DURING THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR. WHETHER THIS WAS YOUR FIRST YEAR OF GIVING OR YOUR TWENTY-FIFTH, YOUR GENEROSITY HELPS THE SCHOOL TO CONTINUE TO THRIVE. DONORS PROVIDE NEEDED FUNDS THAT ENABLE FCDS TO FULFILL ITS MISSION. YOUR DONATIONS ALLOW US TO GIVE EACH BOY A VOICE, WHETHER THROUGH PUBLIC SPEAKING, PERFORMING IN A CONCERT OR PLAY, CHEERING ON THEIR TEAMMATES, OR BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS OVER FAMILY-STYLE LUNCHES. YOUR GIFTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR EACH STUDENT.
THE BRONSON SOCIETY Those who donate $5,000 or more to the FCDS Fund
HEAD OF SCHOOL | $25,000 +
WINDMILL | $5,000 - $9,999
Michelle and Andrew Adams
Anonymous (2)
Sheila Clancy
Susan Akers
Tammy and Michael Dryden
Noel and Michael Bolton
Megan and Lawrence Foley
Virginia K. Cargill
Ann Zimmerli-Haskel and James Haskel
Anastasia and Pavel Chernyshov
1936 | $15,000 - $24,999
EmmaKate and Leonard DiNardo
Kathleen and Greg Garvey Suzanne and James Jesse Amelia and Robert Johnson Christopher T. Perkin 1988 Richard S. Perkin, II 1996 Thorne L. Perkin 1990 The Perkin Fund Carolyn and Robert Russo 1990
BLUE DOOR | $10,000 - $14,999 Anonymous (1) Marie and Luke Adovasio Dana and Brian Lawlor Danielle and David Perdue Kelly and Robert Scinto Peggy and Keith Stephan
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Peter A. DiNardo 1988 Cristine and Colin Foster Nina Andreyev and Jeffrey Gardner Amy and Michael Gnadinger Sarah and Dan Gomez Kristin and Tyler Hathaway Kelly and Paul Jacobson Bronson L. Kelly 2007 Annie and Adam Klyver Meghan and Joseph Laganza Helen and Sergei Lemberg Sandra and Matthew Lugar Joanna and Justin Manfro Moukaddas Louldacheva and Peter Marron Joanne and Douglas Mason Suzy and Mark Nemec Marie and Phil Nourie
WINDMILL | $5,000 - $9,999 Margot Pearce and Gerry Pearce 1984 Elyssa and Patrick Polster Jasmine and Michael Rothbard Lisa and Anthony Sabino Carrie and Ben Sanders Lauren and Brian Schiller Finley and Patrick Shaw Lauren and Edward Traum Angela and Todd Ulman Bojana Weatherly, M.D. and Michael M. Weatherly 1983 Alexi and Jeff Whitaker Amanda and Joseph Zorumski
VICTORY BELL | $2,500 - $4,999 Anonymous (2)
PNC Bank Matching Gift Program
Bank of America
Peter L. Richardson 1968
Kathryn and Greg Bavedas 1993
Lisa and James Roccas
Kelly and Scot Berg
Sarah and James Sage
Ashley and Richard Brockmeyer
Smith Richardson Foundation, Inc.
Tara and Tim Burke
E. William Stetson 1967
Olivia and Felix Charney
The Grace Jones Richardson Trust
Nina and Jeff Clarke
Page and John Tremaine 1990
Meri-Leigh and Francesco Daniele
Lindsay and Matthew Vaughan
Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation
Whitney and James Vose 1967
Kristy and Clayton Erwin
Anna and Andrew Worden
Stephanie B. Frost Bailey and James Haas Sarah and Mark Hale Melissa H. Santangelo and Jason Hanna Lauren and Kent Johnson Connor M. Kelly 2010 Sarah and Ian Konecke Jessica and Richard Lopez MacInnis Family Foundation Robert F. MacInnis, Ph.D. 1999 Jennifer and Adam Mocciolo Gaier and Samuel Palmisano
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BLUE/WHITE | $1,000 - $2,499 Anonymous (2)
Susan and Alasdair McBarnet
Erica and Scott Acheychek
Elinor and John McKenna
Jennifer and Kenneth Allison
McKinsey & Company
Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
Rebecca and Jeffrey Morrison
John F. Barry, III 1967
Samuel V. Niles 1981
Maureen Bartolomeo
Dana and Frank Nuzzo
Sarah and Francis Blair
One Main Financial
Jennifer and Robert Bowman
Patricia and Michael Paliotta
Suzanne and Mark Burchill
Genevieve and Gerald Pearce 1960
Beverlee F. Dacey
Christopher J. Popadic 1990
Moira and Briggs Davidson 1988
Susan and Lynn Rotando
Joan and Robert Davidson
Fleur and William Rueckert
Greg Der Calousdian
Amy M. Ruggiero
Elizabeth Ewing and James Elkus
Alisa and Joe Ryan
Amanda and Morgan Fahimi
Carmela and Thomas Santangelo
Jennifer and Pierre Fallot
Julianne and Scott Seymour
Phil Ficks 1965
Anne and Joseph Sheehan
Suzanne and Michael Fredericks
Maya and James Smith
Jorgelina and David Friezo
Debbie and William Stapleton
Denitza C. Krasteva and Christopher J. Gale
Gioia J. Riccio and David J. Sullivan, III
Kristina and Christopher Gates
David Taylor
Nathaniel W. Gibbons 1971
UBS Matching Gifts
Isobel and Matthew Grodd
Diane M. Gallo-Van Ess, M.D. and
Jing Ge and John Hung
David M. Van Ess, M.D.
Virginia and Anthony Jaffe
Melanie and Rob Verrengia
Maria and Peter Karayiannis
Barbara Viner
Charles M. Kreitler 2005
Nancy and Richard Vose 1999
Dawn and Thomas Kreitler
Elizabeth and Jeffrey Wade
Sandra and Greg Krenzer
Lauren Kelly-Weiss and Chris Weiss
Laurie and John Lane
Kellie Watson and Matthew Weiss
Michele Green and Brian Lenker
Nathaniel Weiss 2024
Adriana Liberatore
Tomira and Jesse Wilcox
Alison Hong and Matt LoGuercio
Elizabeth and Matthew Wood
Margaret and Robert MacDonald
Leona and Daniel Yin
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BLAZERS | $1 - $999 Anonymous (30)
Samuel W. Cargill 1976
Jacquelyn and Rohan Aarons
Wesley W. Carpenter 1999
Katie and Brendan Ahern
Carpet-Right Company
Steve Aikenhead 1955
Amy Cawman
Theodore D. Allen 2013
Deborah Charles
Martha Alma
Jeff X. Chen 2003
Wendy Almquist
Judy and Robert Chessin
Amazon Smile Foundation
John R. Cissel
Winifred Amiesimaka
Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation
Ian L. Anderson 2013
Nora M. Goddard and David J. Cole 2001
Lisa R. Anderson
Reem and Dylan Connor
Maureen and William Auer
Nicholas R. Conzelman 2013
Maria and Anthony Auriemma
Kimberley and James Cooper 1987
Debra and DeLouie Avant
Mary Ellen Corbiere
Elizabeth and Thomas Baker
Sawyer C. Coseglia 2015
Evelyn Balamaci
Julie N. Coulson
Thomas W. Balamaci 1993
Elizabeth and Peter Courtney
Jaime and Craig Balocca
Tara and Peter Cowles
Kelly Barr
George C. Crawford 2011
Alison and Michael Barry 1973
Cynthia and Michael Crawford
Charlotte and Perry Bartol 1981
Michael Crespi 1961
Shana Baum and Joshua E. Baum, D.M.D.
Jean and John Curtis
BAYER Fund Matching Gifts
Anastase P. Dacey 2000
Mark A. Beaudoin, Jr. 2004
Cheryl and Robert Davidowitz
Catherine Bergstrom
Virginia and James Dean
Jennifer and Travis Berry
James H. L. Dean 2008
Black Rock Matching Gift Fund
Wonah and William Denkin
Edwin J. Blair 1949
Alli and Glenn DiVincenzo
Ellen Ringle Boyle and Edward Boyle
Margaret E. Dolan
Mary M. Bradley
John Dorman
Carol and James Braniecki
Chandler R. Douglas 2013
Zachary Brasser 2013
Jonathan L. Dunn 2008
Laura and Michael Brennan
William B. Ely, IV 1962
Duncan B. Briggs
Energy Income Partners, LLC
Robert P. Brodersen 1982
Helene R. Epifano
Shantalee and Roan Budwah
Christopher Eykyn
Benjamin A. Bundy 2019
Susannah Eykyn
Cheryl and William Bundy
Benjamin S. Fainlight 2006
William P. Bundy, Jr. 2016
Nicholas Fainlight 2008
Bradford W. Bush 1976
Susan Fairchild
Shirley Bush
Grace and James Farr
Quinn A. Cahill 2013
Andrea and Todd Feldman
Mimi and David Calfee
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Grayson M. Fertig 1995
Emilio J. Iasiello, III 1984
Jane and John Fertig
Amanda and Matthew Innes
Adriana and Tristan Fields
Joseph Isola
Erin and Cornelius Finnegan
Susan and Donald Jaffin
Joan and Jon Fish
Mr. Brighton I. Jesse 2024
Lawrence J. Foley 2013
Barbara and Gary Johnson
Noreen Franklin
JP Morgan Chase
Ferdinand H. Frassinelli 1973
Ellen and Robert Kaufmann
Thomas Freer
Andrew F. Keefe 2005
Ian A. Frost 2013
Sally Kellogg and Bruce Tansey
Julie Gannon
John J. Kenny
Mark Gannon
Pam and Mark Kimball
Adriana and Sunil Garga
Christopher P. Klabonski 2013
Harry Geary, Jr.
Elaine and Paul Klabonski
Calla and Matthew Gelb
Joe D. Koizim 2003
Christina and Joseph Gelb, Jr.
Martha Castillo and John D. Koizim
Harold Genvert 1968
Matthew C. Koizim 2000
Jana and David Gerges
George H. Kreitler 2006
Farrell and Timothy Gerges
Kaitlin and David Krulewich
Cheryl Guibone and Mathew Goldsmith
Helen and Leonard Krulewich
Cynthia Gomez
Widlaine and Harry Lamb
Roger C. Goodspeed 1966
Christopher Larsen 1952
Caroline and Arthur Gravanis
Lisa and Michael LeBlanc
James M. Graves 1949
Kerry and Brian Lee
Margaret Gray
Alec J. Leschin 1984
Katherine and Scott Greenberg
George Lewis
Judith and Leslie Grodd
Linde, Inc.
Liz and Peter Hanlon
Alexander G. LoGuercio 2020
Michael Hanna
George B. Longstreth 1953
Molly Hemenway
Margaret and Jonathan Lord
Brayden Henry
Renee and Robert Lucarelli
Porter Hill
Ryan J. Lucarelli 2021
Heather and Christopher Hisey
Ellen and John Lynch
Andrew M. Hoffman 1976
James Mack
Nandita and George Hogan
Beau Macksoud
Margaret and Andrew Holmgren
Mary and Michael Maechling
Scott Hood 1971
Robert Makuch
John D. Hoover
Shannon and Matthew Manning
Paul J. Housey, Jr. 2013
Todd L. Marr 1995
Ellen and Kyle Hublitz
Joseph W. Martini
Lauren and Tom Hull
Joy E. Martini
James Hunton
Melanie and Randy Master
Erin and Donald Huot
Mandy and Greg McCubbin
Noel Hynd 1962
Matthew D. McDermott 2013
Angelo M. Iasiello, II 1980
Nicki and Richard McGrath
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William F. McGrath 2013
Michelle and John Riley
Alexander B. Meier 2022
Jon H. Ringel 1980
Evan B. Meier 2023
Jan and Alan Rissolo
Andrea and Gregory Millard ‘86
Richard S. Ritzel, III 1999
Monica Mills
Blake W. Robinson 1962
Marie and Jason Mitchell
Patricia Roche
Sarah Mitchell
Rockefeller Capital Management
Deborah and Adam Mocciolo
Ming-Yan and Jason Rothbaum
Moody’s Corporation
Cleveland D. Rueckert 1999
Margaret and Douglas Moore 1967
Kaelyn and Richard Runkel
Barbara and Robert Moriarty 1970
Samuel Sadowsky
Murray H. Morse, Jr.
Evelina and David Sarles
Carolee and Donald Mountcastle
Caroline Savage
Megan and Paul Mountcastle
Kyle R. Scheetz 2011
Beth and John Munro
Fran Schmale
Leslie and Patrick Noland
Linda Seyffarth
Ian J. Offenberg 2013
S. Ryan Seymour 2011
Ms. Patricia O’Hara
Patricia G. Sheppard
Alexandra and Peter Oldershaw
Susan Shimaitis
Frances O’Neill
Janet D. Shostak
Frances C. O’Neill
Charles A. Simmonds 2013
Carolyn and Seamus O’Neill
Patricia and George Skurja
Oracle Corporation
Andrew E. Slade 2009
Emily and Bradford Orben
Andrea Mills and Andrew Smith
Charles F. Oudin, III 1973
Starr W. Snead
Leroy Owens
Elizabeth and Richard Solazzo
Carole and Clifford Paige 1962
Michael L. Solazzo 2013
Michael J. Paliotta, Jr. 2008
Eboni and Taurien Sowell
Day L. Patterson 1958
Roberta and Thomas Springall
Gretchen and Michael Patterson
Paul W. Staby 1967
Dorothy and John Payne 1955
Alexander Staikos 2019
Charles B. Pearce 2015
Kristen and John Staikos
Zachary W. Pearce 2017
Nancy M. Stevens
Noah S. Pederson 2013
Jacqueline and Simeon Stevens
David M. Perry 1969
Helen S. Stovell and Peter B. Stovell, M.D.
John G. Phelan, Jr. 1981
John A. Sturges, Jr. 1962
Rose and Joshua Philip
Michelle and Tom Stuurop
Efrain Pontaza
Deborah L. Sullinger
Jennifer Moy and James Poucher
Timothy J. Sullivan 2018
Victoria and Christopher Powers
Barbara and George Swander
Katie Price
Harriette A. Terbell
Michael G. Proctor 1972
Walt Disney Company
Cameron M. Purdy 2016
Mariann Thomas and David Tavolacci
Henry B. Purdy 2013
H. Lawrence Thompson, IV 1991
Beatrice and Edward Repking
Radclyffe F. Thompson 1959 IN THE LOOP/ 61
Marike Toothaker and Thomas B. Toothaker, M.D. Nicole and Christopher Tymniak 1994
Laboribus Judicamur Society
James J. Van Ess 2003
The Laboribus Judicamur Society are those who have donated ten or more consecutive years.
Carmen Mendivil and Neftali Velasquez Shabiroon and Woodrow Vereen Eugenie and James Verrillo
..................................................................................10-14 Years
Jacqueline Vigilante Jacqueline Montras and Robert D. Vitalo
............................................................................ 15-19 Years
Kyra Voccola
..................................................................... 20-24 Years
Jeffrey Von Kohorn, Ph.D.
................................................................... 25+ Years
John W. Watkins 1969 Sarah and Joseph Whinery Barbara and Algird White Donna and Daniel Wilder David S. Wiswell 1999 Tracie and Paul Wizda Rekha and Pratap Yagnik
This report reflects philanthropic support of Fairfield Country Day School from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we have made every effort to publish the names of all donors accurately. However, if there is an error, please accept our sincere apology and notify the Development Office development@fairfieldcountryday.org so that we may correct our records.
The Worthington Johnson Rink is an important part of the FCDS campus. During the winter months the rink is used for sports classes, skating fundamentals, ice hockey games, and family skate. The following supporters helped fund a new Zamboni to maintain the best conditions of the rink so our community can continue to enjoy the ice all season long.
Anonymous (2)
Tammy and Michael Dryden
Alison Hong and Matt LoGuercio
Mark A. Beaudoin, Jr. 2004
Harry Geary, Jr.
Renee and Robert Lucarelli
Ellen Ringle Boyle and Edward Boyle
Ellen and Kyle Hublitz
Ryan J. Lucarelli 2021
Benjamin A. Bundy 2019
Andrew F. Keefe 2005
Todd L. Marr 1995
Cheryl and William Bundy
Charles M. Kreitler 2005
Michael J. Paliotta, Jr. 2008
William P. Bundy, Jr. 2016
George H. Kreitler 2006
Sarah and James Sage
George C. Crawford 2011
Lisa and Michael LeBlanc
Kyle R. Scheetz 2011
Cynthia and Michael Crawford
Alexander G. LoGuercio 2020
Finley and Patrick Shaw
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CREATING a Masterpiece PARENTS ASSOCIATION SPRING CELEBRATION
On Saturday, April 22, our community gathered for an FCDS Celebration, Creating A Masterpiece. It was a special evening at MoCA Westport—Museum of Contemporary Art—filled with art exhibits, live music, delicious food and a successful auction to raise funds for FCDS.
CO-CHAIRS Jasmine Rothbard Kelly Scinto COMMITTEE Marie Adovasio Meghan Almquist Olivia Charney Erin Finnegan Megan Foley Liz Hanlon Jasmine Rothbard & Kelly Scinto
DA VINCI SPONSORSHIP
MONET SPONSORSHIP
Newton Baby
Marie and Luke Adovasio
Kelly and Robert Scinto
All About You Med Spa
Sourcepass, Inc.
Amelia Johnson Design
MICHELANGELO SPONSORSHIP
Building Blocks Pediatric Occupational Therapy Carnegie Prep Olivia and Felix Charney
Melissa and Jason Hanna
Eastern Land Management
Nuzzo Electrical Contractors
Erica Acheychek, Realtor
VAN GOGH SPONSORSHIP Kathryn and Greg Bavedas 1993 Encon Heating & Air Conditioning Megan and Larry Foley Sarah and Dan Gomez Ellen and John Lynch Russo & Rizio, LLC Peggy and Keith Stephan Tyler Nelson, Realtor
Fairfield American Little League Fairfield Dermatology Liz and Pete Hanlon Kristin and Tyler Hathaway Henry C. Reid & Sons Jewelers Nandita and George Hogan Industrial & Commercial Cleaning Contractors, LLC Susan and Alasdair McBarnet Penfield Collective Lindsay and Matthew Vaughan Alexi and Jeff Whitaker
Lauren Kelly-Weiss & Chris Weiss
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SUPPORTERS
Annie and Adam Klyver
Anonymous (3)
Sarah and Ian Konecke
Michelle and Andrew Adams Marie and Luke Adovasio Susan Akers Maureen and William Auer Maureen and Joseph Bartolomeo Kathryn and Greg Bavedas 1993 Sarah and Francis Blair Suzanne and Mark Burchill Tara and Tim Burke Wesley W. Carpenter 1999 Carpet-Right Company Jeff X. Chen 2003 Reem and Dylan Connor Sawyer C. Coseglia 2015 Moira and Briggs Davidson 1988 Tammy and Michael Dryden Jonathan L. Dunn 2008 Christopher Eykyn Susannah Eykyn Amanda and Morgan Fahimi Mari and James Flicker Megan and Larry Foley Cristine and Colin Foster Kristina and Dean Fracassini Noreen and Kevin Franklin Jorgelina and David Friezo Kathleen and Greg Garvey Calla and Matthew Gelb Amy and Michael Gnadinger Sarah and Dan Gomez Bailey and James Haas Kristin and Tyler Hathaway Heather and Christopher Hisey Margaret and Andrew Holmgren Jing Ge and John Hung Kelly and Paul Jacobson Virginia and Anthony Jaffe Amelia and Robert Johnson Lauren and Kent Johnson Ellen and Robert Kaufmann Courtney White and Keric Kenny 64 /IN THE LOOP
Martha Castillo and John D. Koizim Sandra and Greg Krenzer Renee and Robert Lucarelli MacInnis Family Foundation Robert F. MacInnis, Ph.D. 1999 Nicki and Richard McGrath Elinor and John McKenna Alexander B. Meier 2022 Evan B. Meier 2023 Andrea and Gregory Millard 1986 Megan and Paul Mountcastle Beth and John Munro Taylor and Michael Nelson Frances O’Neill Patricia and Michael Paliotta Dorothy and John Payne 1955 Margot Pearce and Gerry Pearce 1984 The Perkin Fund Christopher T. Perkin 1988 Richard S. Perkin, II 1996 Thorne L. Perkin 1990 Henry B. Purdy 2013 Michelle and John Riley Jan and Alan Rissolo Patricia Roche Jasmine and Michael Rothbard Carolyn and Robert Russo 1990 Alisa and William Ryan Lisa and Anthony Sabino Carrie and Ben Sanders Evelina and David Sarles Caroline and Sam Savage Kelly and Robert Scinto Julianne and Scott Seymour Janet D. Shostak Peggy and Keith Stephan Barbara Viner Jacqueline Montras and Robert D. Vitalo Tracie and Paul Wizda Elizabeth and Matthew Wood Anna and Andrew Worden
FAIRFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
SUMMER 2023