Fall 2015 Alumni Magazine by Foxcroft Academy

FOXCROFT Volume No. XLIV Fall/Winter 2015

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A PUBLICATION OF FOXCROFT ACADEMY for ALUMNI & FRIENDS

HEAD OF SCHOOL’S ADDRESS Hello Alumni and Friends, It is hard to believe that we are already in the tenth week of the 193rd year of Foxcroft Academy! (It won’t be long until we start planning FA’s bicentennial celebration). At the time of creating this issue of the Foxcroft, students are making use of the new classrooms in the Mary Kammerer Fittig Humanities Wing, our fall sports teams are preparing for the playoffs, teachers and staff are hard at work supporting the students in meeting the standards, and we are all working hard to continue the legacy of Foxcroft Academy’s excellence. In mid-August at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the new Mary Kammerer Fittig Humanities Wing was officially opened for the start of the 2015-16 school year. The beautiful new wing continues Foxcroft Academy’s legacy of providing the very best facilities in support of the Academy’s mission. The two classrooms support the humanities program by providing teachers and students with large flexible learning spaces. The spacious second floor classroom (with a naming opportunity still available) is also serving as a meeting area for large groups. I would like to thank all donors who generously supported this project. As the State of Maine still grapples with the High School Assessment System, the faculty and staff have been working on FA’s own system to help answer two questions– how does an FA student demonstrate that he or she has met the standards of an FA diploma? And how can FA measure its success in supporting students in meeting the standards? To answer these questions, we have begun to guide students in the creation of student electronic portfolios, which will be used as a vehicle for students to demonstrate that they have met the standards of a proficiency-based diploma, and through the use of formative assessments, teachers are using data to reflect on practice, programming, and instruction to inform decisions on how to best support the students in their learning. At the recent Athletic Hall of Fame induction I spoke to the inductees–Glenice Haley Snyder ’52, Mike Crawford ’61, Michael Smith ’93, and Trey Merrill ’03–about the importance of maintaining a connection between the current students and Foxcroft Academy’s great legacy. This is why we established the Athletic and Academic Halls of Fame in 2011, so students gain a true appreciation for the legacy to which they now belong. In sports news, the field hockey team finished among the best teams in Eastern Maine, the boys’ soccer team once again made the playoffs, the cross country teams are doing very well placing many individuals in the top ten, and the girls’ soccer team just missed the playoffs by less than one heal point after experiencing the past four seasons without a win. What is most impressive is that many of our fall athletes are following the path of FA alums, learning and applying the concepts of hard work, perseverance, teamwork, and sportsmanship. It is very fortunate for my family and me to be associated with Foxcroft Academy and its great tradition. You may have noticed the theme of legacy throughout my letter. As members of the visiting committee who recently came to FA to review Mia Morrison’s Teacher of the Year candidacy pointed out, Foxcroft Academy students have a lot of school pride (the most they have ever seen at any school, they informed me.) This pride derives from years and years of excellence. FA has a tradition of maintaining great facilities, advancing academics, and excelling at athletics–traditions we are working hard to continue. Every alum and friend of FA who has had the pleasure of walking Foxcroft’s halls has contributed greatly to FA’s legacy. To help continue the tradition, I ask you to make FA an important part of your legacy and consider joining Foxcroft Academy’s Legacy Circle (see more information on page 24.) Ride on Ponies, Arnold Shorey, Head of School 2 FOXCROFT ACADEMY

Foxcroft Academy Board of Trustees President, Richard B. Swett, M.D. Vice President, Ethan L. Annis ’03 Secretary, Hon. Kevin L. Stitham ’70 Treasurer, David S. Ruksznis ’65 Susan M. Almy Dr. Hillary Steinke Caruso D.M.D. ’96 Peter W. Culley ’61 Jason W. Frederick ’94 E. Eugene Gammon ’47 Kristen Anderson Gurall ’65 Kenneth A. Hews ’65 Norman E. Higgins Peter C. Ingraham ’80 Laurie Gagnon Lachance ’79 Thomas K. Lizotte Raymond H. Poulin John E. Simko ’88 Dan Wang John E. Wentworth

Honorary Trustees

Eric L. Annis ’74 William C. Bisbee PA-C Dr. Robert Cobb Doris Gammon Coy ’64 Lynne Coy-Ogan, Ed.D. ’83 Mary F. Fittig Dr. William C. Forbes III Ralph Gabarro H. Thomas Gerrish ’52 Rev. Bernard R. Hammond Elizabeth H. Harvey Donna Libby Hathaway ’66 Vandy Ellis Hewett ’75 Jane Hibbard-Merrill David R. Perkins Lois Ward Reynolds ’54 Martha Green Rollins ’37 Douglas M. Smith ’65 Glenda Brown Smith John E. Wiles ’51

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Fall/Winter 2015 Editors: Graham Pearsall and Cathy Hall Graphic Designers: Graham Pearsall and Madison Fadley ’16 Printed by Creative Imaging

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CONTENT

CONTENTS 4 5 6 8 12 15 17 18 20 31

New and Retired Faculty Horizon Scholarships Homecoming Around the Academy Alumni Weekend Highlights Class Reunions Held Athletic Hall of Fame Class Notes Annual Report Alumni Weekend 2016

Best of Shorey Selfies

Follow Head of School Arnold Shorey on Twitter @ArnoldShorey or Foxcroft Academy @foxcroftacademy to stay up-to-date on all school, alumni, and community events. Fall/Winter 2015

NEW FACULTY AND STAFF Seven New Faces Join Faculty and Staff The beginning of the 2015-16 school year saw an influx of fresh new faces. The new year not only brought in more than 100 new students but 7 new faculty and staff members. “We are very excited about our new additions to the FA team,” said Head of School Arnold Shorey. “They are extremely qualified, and I look forward to working closely with them all.”

Carolyn Brown

Jamey Cooper

Daniel Gibson

Jessica Inch

Jessica Levensalor

Ryan Nickerson

Special Education Teacher

Katy Godley School Counselor

Alternative Education Technician III

Special Education Technician III

Physics Teacher

Math Teacher

Retired Faculty

Foxcroft bids farewell to seven tremendous educators Seven members of Foxcroft’s faculty and staff with a combined 80 years of service left the Academy at the conclusion of the 2014-15 academic year. Kyra Brown ’12, quoted in the 2012 yearbook dedication to Doreen Emerson, best put into words the gratitude owed to great educators: “Thanks for all the work that you do. Especially all the times you listened to me and helped me through my hardships. I know that I can always rely on you. Thank you for basically letting me live in your room this year. I strive to be as good of a person as you are.” The Academy is sad to see the departure of good Ponies but thanks them for many years of impactful work and wishes them well in their retirement or new positions.

“It is sad to have great professionals leave FA, and we are very grateful for their service and dedication to the students of Foxcroft Academy.” - Head of School Arnold Shorey

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Dottie Brennan Science Teacher, 2000-2015 Doreen Emerson Consumer and Family Science Teacher, 1985-2015 Lee Pearsall Head of Counseling Services, 2004-2015 Julie Willcott Science Teacher, 2005-2015 Mark Chevalier English and Applied Media Teacher, Director of Communications, 2009-2015 Andrew Sumner Special Education Teacher, 2011-2015 Brad Martin Math Teacher, 2011-2015

HORIZON SCHOLARSHIPS Horizon Scholarships were established to expand academic opportunities and to enhance the personal and academic growth of Foxcroft Academy students and faculty. They provide financial support for exceptional academic experiences, and without the kindness of FA’s alumni and their contributions to sixteen distinct Horizon Scholarship funds, as well as proceeds from the Alumni Golf Scramble, students would not be able to experience opportunities like the great one shared below.

Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica Avery Carroll ’16

This past summer I was able go to Costa Rica and be a part of Rustic Pathway’s Turtle Conservation Project thanks to the Jim Brown Horizon Scholarship. In early July, I began my adventure, leaving Maine for the first time on an airplane by myself. At the Newark Airport, I met up with a group of approximately 100 students ranging in age from 12-18. We were all preparing for the long flight to Costa Rica and the different projects and adventures that awaited us there. Upon arrival in Costa Rica, it was immediately apparent that I was no longer in Maine! It was very humid even though it was so late at night. We were instructed to get on a bus which transported us to a hotel. Safely in the hotel, we split up into groups of friends we had made at the airport. Each group received the key to a beautiful room with a massive shower and a separate bed for each of us. It was incredible, and it definitely gave me hope for the level of comfort I would be living in for the next week! When morning came we were treated with a spectacular view of San Jose and a traditional Costa Rican Breakfast–rice, beans, toast, fresh fruit, muffins, and coffee. It was then that I met up with the 11 other students with whom I would be working and living with for the next week, as well as my incredible instructors. We took a long four-hour bus drive from San Jose to Punta Mala where the wildlife reserve qat which we stayed was located. The drive out was jaw dropping, full of lush rolling hills and wildlife I had never seen before. We stopped at a river where tons of massive alligators sunbathed and swam. I also saw Macaws! The bus dropped us off half a mile from our destination. We walked past rice fields and trees that had star fruit and almonds hanging from them. Although some of my friends complained about the bugs, they were nothing compared to black fly season in Maine! We arrived at the base house where we stayed for the entire week. It was the definition of an “open concept”! The kitchen and dining room

as well as the park ranger’s living space were it worth it was the night walks. on the bottom level and our rooms were located The rangers allowed us to accompany them on on the top level. Although there were doors, night walks to find mama turtles laying their they were more for privacy than a barrier to eggs. We would only go on one per night, but the keep bugs and animals from coming in. On one rangers would sleep and chill all day so that they occasion I woke up to find a huge spider next to would be ready to go on multiple ones throughout me. I had accidentally rolled over it and killed the night. We watched many turtles lay their it while I was sleeping. Another morning I eggs and safely enter back into the ocean. The woke up to find a praying mantis staring at me! process was incredible. I was able to dig up and Almost every night I found iguana poop on my hold the turtle eggs, my favorite part of the whole pillow. I am not a morning person, but waking trip. They looked like a ping-pong ball but dented up in Costa Rica was amazing. I couldn’t do easily so that when they dropped to the bottom of laundry for the whole week, the showers were the nest or on top of one another they would not cold and we lived in fear of draining our well of break. We dug up most of the nests, but some that water, but the mornings were amazing! When were not in any danger were left. Our counselor I woke up I could just explained that the rangers roll over and see the “I was immersed in culture believe that nature will do ocean. I could walk out and helping the environment, a better job, so if they can the door of my room, and the experience could not help it, they leave the nests. and I was outside on a A problem the hatchery have been more amazing.” balcony. All I had to do often faces is it produces too was walk down one staircase, past one iguana, many female turtles. The gender of a sea turtle is and I was on the beach! determined by how warm the egg is. The warmer Each day at this beautiful beach we would go eggs hatch females and cooler eggs hatch males. to the Turtle Conservation Project and work in An ideal nest is in the shape of a light bulb and a turtle hatchery at part of the beach that was is hopefully hot on the outside and cool on the far above where the tide reached. The Olive inside. Being in the hot sand of the hatchery is not Ridley Sea Turtle is the second smallest sea an ideal spot for the eggs. turtle in the world and is the main turtle that I could ramble on about this incredible expernests at the beach where we were working. ience and the things that I learned forever and Because of climate change, the tides have been still not do this adventure justice. I discovered moving farther up the beach than they have so much, not only about turtles, but about in the past. The turtles do not realize this and the environment, the importance of wildlife lay their eggs in the “old” spots. The eggs then conservation, and Costa Rican culture. I was able drown when the tide comes up. The hatchery to see a baby crocodile, hold a sea turtle egg, dig works to find the nests that are too low on the a turtle nest, horseback ride through the forest beach and move them to the safe location of of Costa Rica, surf for the first time, and zip line the hatchery. The eggs and the baby turtles are through the jungle. I was immersed in culture a delicacy to both humans and animals such as and helping the environment, and the experience crabs. Many babies don’t make it to the ocean could not have been more amazing. I made some as they are picked up by predators along the lifelong friends from all over the world. The Jim way. The hatchery works like the fields of a Brown Horizon Scholarship made it possible for farmer. Usually the tides would rotate the sand me to have an experience of a life time. and sanitize it as the turtle eggs have a lot of bacteria. Because the hatchery is so far above the tide line, this is not the case. Therefore it is broken up into three sections: one is in use, one is resting, and one must be overturned. This was our job. We first dug trenches and got rid of the old sand, then filling grain bags, lugged new sand from the beach to replace that of the old. The men commented to our instructor that they were surprised that the girls were doing such good manual labor. In a country that is To read more Horizon Scholarship male dominant this was a huge compliment. It experiences, visit foxcroftacademy.org was hot, and it was tiring work, but what made

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HOMECOMING

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HOMECOMING

“It was an amazing experience, and I loved every second of it. Everyone was so involved, and the pep rally was my favorite!!” -Alice Russo ’16

“The dance was so fun. I busted some great moves and really got a chance to feel like a part of the school!”

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-Jordan Poehmel ’19

“The best part was the parade and getting to meet new people and students. It really brings the school together.” -Toan Bui ’16

“It was such a fun homecoming to end on. Even though there were less people, everyone was so close and welcoming!” -Racquel Bozzelli ’16

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Ms. Morrison Named Teacher of the Year Finalist On August 21, Ms. Mia Morrison was named one of three finalists for Maine Teacher of the Year. Earlier this spring, Morrison was one of sixteen teachers selected to represent their counties from a pool of over 300 nominees. On May 7, she was named Piscataquis County Teacher of the Year, and she has been an Apple Distinguished Educator since 2013. Ms. Morrison is a Media and English teacher at Foxcroft Academy, who specializes in classroom technology integration. She has taught at FA since 2007 and took on the additional role of Technology Integration Specialist in 2013. Morrison leverages 21st century tools in her classroom to stimulate engagement, promote curiosity, and cultivate creativity. “Ms. Morrison represents what all 21st century educators ought to be,” said Head of School Arnold Shorey. “She integrates technology into education and empowers students to take ownership of their learning, encouraging them to pursue their own interests.” Morrison’s teaching philosophy is rooted in student ownership. “No matter the age, ability, or motivation–students achieve success when they feel ownership of their learning,” said Morrison. “Through choice and voice, students can pilot their own journey and apply their learning to meaningful and personally relevant work and experiences. My proudest moment as a teacher is when a student moves from the passenger seat to the driver’s seat. They may not even realize it’s happening, but when they start to direct their own learning path is when I enjoy teaching the most.”

Hunter Smith ’16 Selected to Play in All-American Football Game Hunter Smith ’16 was invited to Richmond, VA, earlier this summer to participate in the Mid-Atlantic Blue-Grey AllAmerica Bowl Super Combine. “For Hunter to have been invited to the combine was in and of itself amazing,” commented FA football Coach Dan White, but Hunter’s performance at the combine would lead to even greater achievement. Of the 6,570 combine participants nationwide, Hunter was one of just 200 selected to play in two nationally-televised games. Hunter, who is an academic and three-sport standout at FA, was selected to the North region’s 50-man roster as a wide receiver and will travel to Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on January 9, 2016, to compete in the NorthSouth All-American Bowl game.

Students and Staff Present Flags from 18 Nations at Flag Ceremony Presenting flags were Avery Carroll (United States), Laura Lukacova (Slovakia), Kawashima Kazu (Japan), Mohammad Tashkandi (Saudi Arabia), Alice and Elena Russo (Italy), Berk Tezgular (Turkey), Dasha Melikhova (Ukraine), Ms. Mirna Reyes-Henderson (El Salvador) (back row) Tsai Yun-Ting (Taiwan), Kim Joon-Yeob (South Korea), Mr. Pierre Gaudion (France), Phan Huy-Minh (Vietnam), Wang Xu (China), Ernst Bester (South Africa), Pedro Bastos (Brazil), Tobias Hogfeldt (Denmark), Maria Cedeno (Ecuador), and Zuzana Niklova (Czech Republic) 8 FOXCROFT ACADEMY

Mitchell Chasse ’16 Awes Audience with Production of Beauty and the Beast, Jr. “When the curtain opened. The music began, the lighting, the smoke, the effects… I was in. All in,” said Denise Buzzelli, who was not alone in her amazement of Mitchell Chasse’s theater production. Most people left Chasse’s production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jr. awestruck. Just 17 and a senior at Foxcroft Academy, Chasse was director, producer, stage manager, choreographer, promoter, casting director, set, costume, and light designer, set and costume builder, and special effects supervisor of the show that boasted a 20+ member cast, 70 costumes, glitter cannons, smoke machines, and much more.

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Will’s Shop ’n Save Helps FA Boosters Raise more than $1300

More than $1300 was raised at a hot dog fundraiser held at Will’s Shop ’n Save. The annual fundraiser, run by coaches and players from FA’s cheering, football, soccer, field hockey, and golf teams, supports Foxcroft’s athletic programs. Will Wedge, a longtime champion of Foxcroft Academy athletics and owner of Will’s Shop ’n Save, generously donated hot dogs, rolls, chips, and drinks to the fundraiser, and his support of the annual event has helped Foxcroft Academy Sports Boosters raise more than $7300 over the past five years. Thank you, Will’s!

Key Club Connects Global Students with Local Community by: Racquel Bozzelli ’16 and Avery Nelson ’18

Trustee Gerrish Honored Mr. Tom Gerrish was elected to the Foxcroft Academy Board of Trustees on April 24, 2000. A retired administrator of the Facilities Department at Princeton University, Mr. Gerrish was assigned to the Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Board. At the time, Foxcroft Academy was just one academic building with an industrial arts facility, and the football field faced north to south. Since his appointment, the Buildings and Grounds Committee has overseen the rotation of the football field, the opening of the new track and field complex, the unveiling of a new baseball field and the Harold Alfond soccer field, the expansion of the Pride Manufacturing Student Center and dining hall, the construction of Herd Hall, the Lodge, the electronic sign, and most recently the addition of the Mary Kammerer Fittig Humanities Wing. Mr. Gerrish’s time on the Board was especially prolific, and his longevity has been matched by few. In recognition of his tremendous service, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted that he be named a member emeritus of the Buildings and Grounds Committee, making him a lifetime member of the committee. As tradition dictates, Mr. Gerrish was also presented a Foxcroft Academy chair on behalf of the Board by Head of School Arnold Shorey at a special assembly held in front of the student body. Mr. Shorey was quick to praise Mr. Gerrish for his dedication to improving the Foxcroft Academy experience for all students, and Mr. Gerrish was greeted with a standing ovation when he was introduced. Mr. Gerrish, a member of the Class of 1952, thanked the Board and added that it was a pleasure to return to his alma mater and to help keep Foxcroft Academy a “showcase of Piscataquis County” through his work on the Buildings and Grounds Committee.

Every year Foxcroft Academy welcomes a cohort of new boarding students from around the country and the world. This year brought over 30 new students to the Academy from many different countries and states, including Massachusetts, South Carolina, China, Vietnam, Denmark, Slovakia, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and many more. When these students come to FA for new student orientation, they often become close to each other, but not necessarily to those in the community. This year, the Foxcroft Academy Key Club wanted to change this. We had the idea of taking the boarding students from the quiet of their dorm rooms out into the community of Dover-Foxcroft. Through a collaboration with our Kiwanis Club and the Piscataquis Valley Fair Association, we were able to create a service project large enough for all of the new students. The plan was simple. The members of the Fair Association needed help painting fences, tables, benches, and posts in an effort to bring some new life to the fair grounds. After rounding up about 10 current Key Club Members, the work began. The new students were wary at first because many had never painted before, but after a few minutes they got the hang of it and had a blast. The current members were leaders of small groups, and they easily became friends with those in their group. They talked about everything Foxcroft Academy had to offer from teachers, to sports teams, to the best place to get some Chinese food. We continue to hear students talking about this project through the halls of the school. The students talk about meeting the current Key Club members, and the members talk about making new friends. Some even still hang out after school or are on the same sports team. Not only did this project build relationships between members and new students, but we also helped our community. The Kiwanis and Fair Association were very appreciative of our help and support. We hope to continue this activity for years to come with new students and new friendships that have yet to bloom.

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October 19, 2010 On October 19, 2010, Coach Obrey’s girls soccer team faced Lee Academy in their final game of the season. Sitting at 4-8-1 entering the contest, the Ponies already knew they had missed the playoffs. They won, but the game had no significance. Or so they thought. With each year the seemingly irrelevant game in mid October of 2010 gained significance. The girls soccer team of 2011 went winless. So did the teams of 2012, 2013, and 2014. Little did anyone know that that game in Lee would long stand as Foxcroft’s last win. It was not like the Foxcroft girls had not come close. There were the shots off the post, the unconverted penalty kicks, and the lastsecond (literally last second) game-tying goal and subsequent overtime loss to John Bapst in 2014. Some games were close, but the results were always the same: opponent win, Pony loss. The 2015 girls soccer season started as every season had started for the past four years–with a loss. After two, they were 0-2. In their third game, they lost 9-0 to fourthranked Hermon to go 0-3, and to an outsider it was hard to remain optimistic heading into their fourth contest on September 14, against top-ranked MDI, which was 3-0 and stacked with talented players, including Syracusebound Opal Curless, who was named to the All New England Soccer Team last fall. From afar, the situation looked dire but not from within. “Going into the MDI game, we were very upbeat,” said Coach Chris Wesley, who is in his second year as head coach for the Ponies. “I felt that MDI had a defense we could attack and that we could get some quality shots on net.” By half, the score was 1-1, an impressive feat for the 0-3 Ponies against the 3-0 Trojans, but it was not enough. “I told the girls at halftime to look around the field and take it all in,” said Coach Wesley.

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“There was a crowd starting to gather. They were there to see them play soccer. I told them to think of how long they have craved that attention and how much our team deserved it. I told them, ‘you are tied with the #1-ranked team at halftime, but don’t be satisfied with just that. Continue to play as a team by communicating with each other and remaining aggressive. Finish what we have started and continue to stick to the game plan.’” As the second half began, the crowd swelled with members of the cross country and boys soccer teams, which had just finished practice. Next the field hockey girls joined the crowd after their game concluded. As the crowd grew so did the buzz surrounding the field. Everyone knew the potential significance of what they were witnessing, but the stalemate continued. It wasn’t until freshman Grace Francis was slide tackled in the MDI box, drawing a penalty kick, that either team had an opportunity on net. Would Foxcroft erase October 19, 2010, from significance with a converted PK? No. The ball was cleared. The score remained tied 1-1. Would this be another missed opportunity, another unlucky break? The crowd remained optimistic, as they began to chant “we believe that we will win! We believe that we will win!” Deaf to the chants of the Pony crowd, MDI had other plans. They scored. With 20 minutes remaining, the score was MDI 2 – Foxcroft 1. Quieted but not silenced the crowd urged the girls on. They were down, but they were not out. With each save by Kiara Prescott and with each run on offense, the crowd became more and more excited. Foxcroft was outplaying MDI. The score didn’t depict it, but the Ponies were controlling the game. It was only a matter of time. The crowd

continued to chant “We believe that we will win!” “We believe that we will win!” The Foxcroft attack was relentless. MDI rarely cleared the ball past half field. On yet another offensive run, Kayla McCorrison streaked down the right side and crossed the ball to the far post where Abby Simpson was in perfect position to blast the ball into the back of the net. With 15 minutes remaining, Foxcroft answered. Score tied 2-2. MDI tried to answer with an attack of their own, but they could not beat Foxcroft goalkeeper Kiara Prescott, who made a brilliant diving save on a low and hard shot. It was Prescott’s 17th of the game. “We believe that we will win!” MDI’s shot on net was an anomaly in the second half. The ponies controlled the game play. The crowd was now bursting with confidence. The Ponies were the better team. Next, Jenna Clukey would chip a shot from outside the 18-yard line over MDI’s defense and goalie for the lead, and the crowd erupted. There was less than five minutes left, and the score was Foxcroft 3- MDI 2. “We believe that we will win!” The Ponies could have packed it in on defense, but that wasn’t the game plan. Never deviate from the plan. Always play to the end. Foxcroft had learned that the hard way. They had been burned in the past. Not this time. The Ponies continued to attack MDI’s defensive line. Up 3-2 and so close to something the team had worked so hard for for so long, the Ponies were not going to let the game slip away. Again, they pounced. This time Grace Francis broke free in the box, beat MDI’s goalie, and shot the ball into the back of the net for a 4-2 lead with less than a minute to play. It was now more than a belief. The girls soccer team was going to win. Upon the ref’s final whistle, the crowd erupted in cheers as the Foxcroft girls ran and embraced each other. After 4 years, 10 months, and 26 days, the game on October 19, 2010, against Lee Academy was no longer FA’s last win. The girls had won. The game against MDI on September 14, 2015, may be just one win, but its significance is well known.

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Fall Athletics

(Regular Season Recap) It was another excellent fall season for the Foxcroft Academy Ponies. Coach Chris Wesley’s girls soccer team won their first game in more than 4 years en route to a 6-8 record, coach Danny White’s football team won its last two games to make playoffs in the very competitive Class C North, Jen Clawson and Gabe Piquette of coach Graham Pearsall’s cross country team qualified for the state championship meet, Racquel Bozzelli of coach Peter Caruso’s golf team qualified for the state championship tournament for the second consecutive year, coach Stephanie Smith’s field hockey team moved up a class to join the Class B North region and finished the regular season as the third ranked team with a record of 12-2, and coach Luis Ayala’s boys soccer team earned the #9 seed in Class B North with a record of 10-3-1. Be sure to stay up-to-date on Foxcroft Academy’s athletic achievements by following FA’s Facebook, Twitter, website, and Bangor Daily News blog.

University Acceptances 2015 University of Arizona Bates College Boston University Bucknell University U. of California, Los Angeles U. of California, San Diego Case Western Reserve U. Champlain College U. of Colorado, Boulder University of Connecticut Cornell University Dickinson College Eastern Maine Com. College Fordham University George Mason University Gettysburg College Husson University U. of Illinois, Urb. Champaign Iowa State University James Madison University Johnson and Wales University Keene State College Kennebec Valley Com. College U. of Maine, Augusta, U. of Maine, Farmington U. of Maine, Fort Kent, U. of Maine, Machias U. of Maine, Orono U. of Maine, Presque Isle Maine Maritime Academy

U. of Maryland, College Park U. of Massachusetts, Amherst Michigan State University Montana State U., Bozeman Montserrat College of Art University of New England Northeastern University Penn. State U., University Park Purdue University University of Rhode Island Rochester Institute of Tech. Southern Maine Com. College University of Southern Maine St. Lawrence University Stony Brook University Syracuse University Temple University University of Texas, Austin Ohio State University Thomas College U. of Northwestern Ohio University of Utah University of Vermont Villanova University Wake Forest University Washington County Com. Col. Wentworth Institute of Tech. Wheaton College U. of Wisconsin, Madison Worcester Polytechnic Instit.

Homecoming Golf Scramble Raises $9000 for Horizon Scholarship Program Platinum Sponsors

J.D. Raymond Transport Tyler, Simms & St. Sauveur The winning team - Colby Snell ’14, Cory Campbell ’75, Dave Porter, and Jerry Dunham ’65

Gold Sponsors

A.E. Robinson Oil Bank of America Bowman Constructors Foxcroft Academy sincerely thanks Merriam Architects the sponsors of the 23rd annual Rowell’s Garage Homecoming Golf Scramble held at SYSCO of Northern New England

the Foxcroft Golf Club on Saturday, August 1. Through the philanthropy of our sponsors, the generosity of 84 participants, and the efforts of the Horizon Golf Scramble Committee a record $9000 was raised to benefit the Foxcroft Academy Horizon Scholarship program.

George E. Howard Insurance E.W. Littlefield, Inc & Sons Maine Highlands Credit Union Pleasant River Lumber Sebasticook Family Doctors Turner Sporting Goods

Bronze Sponsors

Arrow Tree Service Awards Signage & Trophies Dennis Paper & Food Service Silver Sponsors Essex St. Dental Bangor Savings Bank Freedom House Bed & Breakfast Borislow Insurance Gilman Electrical Supply Cummings & Associates Greenway Equipment Sales Down East Orthopedic Associates C.W. & H.M. Hayes The Eastern Gazette Lary Funeral Home Health Search New England Maine Fire Protection Systems Horace Mann Insurance Mallett Real Estate

Mayo Regional Hospital Nor’easter Restaurant Nutter’s Painting Rideout’s Seasonal Services Rockwall Gardens Shaw’s Supermarket Steinke & Caruso Dental Care t.Dow Photography Will’s Shop & Save

Friends

Bungalow Cottage Designs Kim Cavanaugh Chasse Chiropractic Dover True Value Foxcroft Printers Save-a-lot Spencer’s Bakery

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ALUMNI WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

“Alumni Weekend is like Homecoming for me. Now living in California 3000 miles from my hometown, returning to Foxcroft for Alumni Weekend is so rewarding. It allows me to reconnect and reminisce with classmates and lifelong friends while providing an opportunity to meet new people and see the amazing growth at FA. School pride doesn’t end when you graduate. It’s enduring.” - Dave Albee ’72

“This year’s festivities were especially enjoyable as there was a variety of family-friendly activities held right on campus. I loved how there was a photo booth set up as well as multiple games and inflatable bounce houses for the kids to play in. It was so much fun to watch my daughter clamber up and tumble down the bouncy slide with the children of my former classmates.” - Amy Fagan-Cannon ’99

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“It’s like having another Thanksgiving in August. You come back to town and see old friends–some of whom you haven’t talked with for 5-10 years. You share stories, family pictures, maybe come out of retirement for an alumni game and try not to injure yourself. It’s a special weekend that I look forward to every year.” - Patrick Lizotte ’02

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ALUMNI WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS Douglas Myles Smith ’65

Receives Dr. Mary Chandler-Lowell Award

John Alden Glover ’45

Receives Tillson D. Thomas Award At this year’s Alumni Banquet, Head of School Arnold Shorey was pleased to present the Tillson D. Thomas Award, which recognizes past faculty and staff members who served the students of Foxcroft Academy with the highest degree of professionalism, to Mr. John Alden Glover. John Glover, a direct descendent of John Alden, who came to North America on the Mayflower, was born to Elmer and Julia (Gilman) Glover in Dover-Foxcroft in 1927. After graduating from Foxcroft Academy in 1945, John served three years in the US Army before earning a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan in 1952 and a master’s degree from the University of Maine in 1964. After brief stints at Anson Academy (now Carrabassett Valley High School) and South Paris High School (now Oxford Hills), John joined the faculty at Foxcroft Academy in 1954 and retired as the History Department Head after 30 years of distinguished service. While at FA, he led four trips to Washington, DC, enabling his students to participate in the National Bicentennial Competition on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Always active in the school and community, John served as president of the Dover-Foxcroft Parent-Teacher Association and treasurer of the Piscataquis Valley Fair Association; is a life member of the National Education Association, the Maine Teachers’ Association, and the Maine Retired Teachers’ Association; and is a member of the Small Woodland Owners Association of Maine, the Maine State Conference, the Monson Board of Directors of MSAD 64, the Monson Planning Board, and the Monson United Church of Christ, where in the past he has served as a moderator and an assistant treasurer.

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This year’s recipient of the Dr. Mary Chandler-Lowell Award, which is given annually to an alumnus who has distinguished himself or herself professionally, is Mr. Douglas M. Smith, Esq. Doug graduated from Foxcroft Academy in 1965, from the University of Maine in 1969 with a BA in International Affairs/Political Science, and from the University of Maine Law School in 1974 with a Juris Doctor degree. From 1970-76, Doug served as a member of the Maine House of Representatives with service on the Legal Affairs Committee, the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee, and the Joint Select Committee on Forest Resources. In 1975, he commenced general practice of law as a solo practitioner for five years before merging with the Bangor-based firm of Eaton Peabody, where he would work for the next 26 years in a broad-ranging practice serving small and large clients in nearly every sector of the Maine economy. From 1979-2006, he served as Judge of Probate for Piscataquis County, and from 2006-2010 he served as State Senator in District 27. Doug is a life-long tree farmer whose lands were twice awarded Outstanding Tree Farm. His commitment to the surrounding community has included service on numerous non-profit boards, including the Dover-Foxcroft Kiwanis Club; the original Development Committee of Foxcroft Academy; ten years on the Foxcroft Academy Board of Trustees; the Forestry Building Capital Campaign at Foxcroft Academy; Securing the Tradition, a major capital campaign to refurbish Foxcroft Academy; the University of Maine Foundation; and the Maine Tree Foundation. He is also an Honorary Trustee at Foxcroft Academy and a member of the Foxcroft Legacy Circle.

Catherine Cody

Receives James S. Holmes Award The James S. Holmes Award, which recognizes a community member who is not an alumnus or a Trustee but who has distinguished himself or herself in their service to the Academy, was presented to Mrs. Catherine Cody. Mrs. Cody is a Registered Nurse at Mayo Regional Hospital and was recognized as the 2015 Nurse of Year. Prior to working at Mayo, Cathy was the school nurse at Sedomocha Middle School. While her children attended Sedomocha, Cathy was not only the school nurse but also the superb parent – chaperoning field trips, prepping for dances, coordinating campus clean ups, organizing book fairs, and much more. When her children moved on to FA, she continued her first-rate service by becoming an instrumental leader of Sports Boosters–organizing concessions at football, field hockey, basketball, and baseball games, in addition to organizing post-game potlucks for the Pony football players and their opponents. Amazingly, during all this she also managed to serve as team photographer. In addition to Sports Boosters, Mrs. Cody served on the Parent Advisory Committee since it’s inception in 2010, organized and chaperoned two proms, was a nurse on field trips, and helped coordinate the Project Graduation trips for both of her children’s graduating classes.

MAKE A NOMINATION

To nominate someone for an Alumni Award, the Athletic Hall of Fame, or Academic Hall of Fame, contact Cathy Hall at (207) 546-6542 or cathy.hall@foxcroftacademy.org.

CLASS REUNIONS CLASS OF 1960

by: Nancy Stone Page The Class of 1960 had a great 55th reunion. Thanks to two generous donations, the class endowment reached over $10,000. More than 20 classmates were seen at the different events of Alumni Weekend. Walter Lougee had table-sized flags with the new FA logo on all the Alumni Banquet tables. Each member of the class was given a flag. Besides classmates pictured in our class picture, Charlotte Hersey Dyer and Elsa Anderson Sanborn attended one of the class activities. Sally Plummer Tasker and her husband David stayed with Avis Brown Canders and attended all the activities.

CLASS OF 1970

by: Laney Robinson Stanhope Members of the Class of 1970 met at the home of Lois Richards Pradka after the Alumni Banquet. It was a pleasant evening with many fun memories discussed. Those attending with spouses included: Jan Glover, Sara Hayes, Leslie Hall Lizotte, Lois Richards Pradka, Gara McKusick Sanborn, and Zelma Johnson Connor. Others attending the event were Brent Colbry, Debbie Wiley Hillman, Carolyn Mountford Lyell, Laney Robinson Stanhope, and Janice Weatherbee. A visit from David “Hawk” Anderson ’69 and Ryan Varnum ’69 with their spouses was a pleasant surprise. Hoping to gather the Class of 1970 again in five years!

CLASS OF 1990

by: Patrick Myers Around 40 members of the Class of 1990 descended upon Terri Moulin and Todd Chambers at their new home in Dover-Foxcroft. The party lasted all afternoon and into the evening, with reports of reminiscing well into the next morning. Thank you, Terri and Todd for hosting and to everyone who traveled from near and far to be part of the fun!

CLASS OF 1995

by: Heather Morrison Whitten The Class of 1995 had an awesome time at their 20th reunion. Unfortunately, the weather changed some of the festivities, and we were not able to meet at Peaks-Kenny for the family picnic. However, the adult gathering at Pat’s Pizza Saturday night was amazing. Good food, good friends, and great times! There were 30 classmates who attended, and some who lived out of state called during the event to chat. There was lots of laughing while we watched home movies and reminisced of the old times. Looking forward to the 25th reunion!

CLASS OF 2005

by: Ashley Smith Robinson The Class of 2005’s 10th reunion turned out to be a success as classmates met for a get-together in the Spaulding Room at Pat’s Pizza on Alumni Weekend. The daytime event planned for families at Peaks-Kenny State Park ended up a washout as a freak downpour at the lake occurred at the same time people were set to arrive, but that didn’t stop these old friends from meeting up later that evening. Good food, even better drinks, and a rousing game of “Get to Know you BINGO” made for a full night of laughs, smiles and lots of old memories and stories. Though some were not able to attend, lots of “thinking of you” were sent to the group over the Facebook 2005 Class Reunion page. Those who were able to make the party, however, had a wonderful time being back together with everyone who helped shape us into the adults we are today. Thank you, all who helped make this night a success and to everyone who was able to attend. Until next time Class of 2005 . . . see you in 10 more years!

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MORE ALUMNI NEWS CLASS OF 1975

by: Julie Mountain and Sandy Shapleigh Perkins The Class of ’75 met at Foxcroft Golf Course for their 40th reunion. Host and classmate Cory Campbell and partner Bobbie put out a variety of hearty appetizers for a crowd of 50 people–most classmates, some visitors (Clair Hall ’77 and others). Classmates came from near and far. Dick Hatt flew in from California, Helen Ames Boemmels from Arizona, and Tim King, who provided a slide show of memorabilia for our entertainment, from New York. Tallest and shortest were among the notables: Kevin and Julie (FYI: they still are!) Classmates and members of the 1975 State Championship Basketball Team turned out in force: Kevin Nelson, Scott Mountford, Tim King, Roger Hewett, Dick Hatt, Jeff Brown, and Dave Ingraham attended not only the reunion but Friday night’s tribute to the team. Sorry that Jeff Dunn, Mark Joyce, Jim Herring, CLASS OF 1965 and Keith Chadbourne were unable to join us! by: Linda Knowlton Hews It was a heartwarming evening of reminiscing, laughing, food The Class of 1965 celebrated their 50th reunion with three and fun. We were having such a good time that some had departed before the group photo was taken. Sorry if you were left out. Thanks events over Alumni Weekend, hosted by four classmates. On Friday evening, Fred Campbell and his wife Nancy Sulli- to all who contributed time and money to make our 40th a success! van hosted a welcome reception at their home and even created their own speciality reunion drink (a Pony Punch)! A Saturday luncheon was served at the home of Ken and Linda Knowlton Hews on Sebec Lake, followed by about 30 classmates plus guests/spouses attending the Alumni Banquet on Saturday night. We were a rowdy bunch as you can see from the photo. Classmate Marcia Ellery and Derek Hurtle provided dessert and had the perfect spot for classmates to view the muchdelayed fireworks on Sebec Lake.

Pony Express e-news Watch your inbox for FA’s quarterly e-news, newly named the Pony Express! The winners of the contest to name the news were Dave Albee ’72 and Will Mallett ’03, who aptly recall the name of Foxcroft’s former student-run newspaper in their name choice. Contact Cathy Hall in the Alumni Office to claim your prize!

Gerald Brann ’86 Regales Tent Party Attendees FA’s own Gerald Brann ’86 returned to his alma mater to perform at the Alumni Weekend East Lawn Tent Party. His tribute performance to Elton John did not disappoint as he and his bandmates put on a great show enjoyed by alums from graduating classes ranging from the 1960s to the 2010s. Pictured above is Gerald Brann (left) and his band–The Yellow Brick Road - A Tribute to Elton John.

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HALL OF FAME

Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2015 Glenice Haley Snyder ’52 While at Foxcroft Academy, Glenice Haley Snyder established the school’s first softball team, and during her four-year tenure as starting pitcher, the team lost only one game. Glenice also played basketball, earned four varsity letters in cheerleading, and was an accomplished swimmer. After FA, Glenice joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, D.C., where she again established a softball team. In her first year on the team, she was named to the All-Star Eastern Service Women’s Team that played other all-star teams from around the country. Later in life, Glenice picked up candlepin bowling, winning several individual and team state titles over an accomplished 40-year career. She remembers Head of School Tillson D. Thomas, who encouraged her to start the softball team, as an influential person in her life.

Michael Crawford ’61

Mike Crawford excelled for the baseball and basketball teams during his four years at Foxcroft Academy, and after FA, he continued to play baseball and basketball at Ricker College, where he also picked up soccer (a new sport in the U.S. at the time). After college, Michael went on to play semi-professional baseball and semi-professional basketball. Michael would later embark on an accomplished coaching career, leading Jonesport-Beals High School to a Maine State Basketball Championship in 1966, Madawaska High School to a Maine State Baseball Championship in 1988, and South Lake High School to the Baseball Final Four in Florida. In a career that spanned more than 35 years, Michael coached his basketball teams to 178 wins and his baseball teams to 539 victories.

Michael Smith ’93 Michael Smith was an excellent football, basketball, and baseball player for the Ponies, shining brightest on the football field, earning three first-team all-conference selections and two first-team all-state recognitions. Upon graduating from FA, Michael went on to play football at the University of Maine for four years, where he was a two-year starter at the fullback position. Michael fondly remembers breaking a losing streak to Dexter in football his junior year and the playoff football game against Winslow as highlights of his athletic career.

Trey Merrill ’03

Trey was a standout football, wrestling, and track and field athlete for the Ponies. He was a two-way starter for the Foxcroft football team that won an Eastern Maine Championship in 2002, and he was named to the first-team all-conference Offensive and Defensive teams his senior year. Trey was also selected to play in the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic, and at the Lobster Bowl, he was voted captain of the East Team by his teammates. Trey capped a stellar senior year with an individual state title for the wrestling team and was the discus state champion for the track and field team. Trey singled out Jim Harvey and Luis Ayala as coaches that had a great influence on him. Fall/Winter 2015

IN TOUCH

50s

70s

Glenice Haley Snyder was inducted into the FA Athletic Hall of Fame in October, celebrating her achievements in softball as well as swimming, basketball, cheerleading, and candlepin bowling. She is the second member of the Class of 1952 to be inducted (Roger Davis ’52 was elected to the first class in 2011.) Tom Gerrish ’52 has retired from the FA Board of Trustees but will remain a member emeritus of the Buildings and Grounds Committee after his 13-year tenure on the committee.

Lynne Ronco Libby ’72 has begun her latest real estate project, upgrading a three-unit rental building into luxury condominiums in Portsmouth, NH. After earning her certification in interior design in Phoenix, she moved back to the New England area where she formed a construction company in 1988 with her business partner Gene Bergeron. Together, they have bought, remodeled, and sold multiple residential properties, utilizing her design skills to improve the marketability of the properties. One of Lynne’s recent projects, which uses a rain garden to deal with storm water runoff, was featured in local news. Lynne says construction is very chaotic, but the creative process enables her to use both her design and organizational skills. “I love old buildings and respectfully fixing them up, so they can continue to be in service for decades to come,” said Lynne.

The Class of 1958 met for their yearly brunch at the Bear’s Den on 08/03/15. Pictured are Dave Ireland, Duane Crabtree, Lorna Wilson Carroll, Maurice Littlefield, Rosalie Doore Dow, Joan Brewster Garniss, and seated is Maryanne Trottier Whitten.

60s

The Class of 1964 held an impromptu reunion on 08/07/15. Pictured front row from L-R: Joel Patterson, Cherylee Olsen Brown, Irene Thomas Tumosa, Lynne Howe Dercole, Carol Speed Patterson, and Sandra Bishop Dwyer. In the back L-R: Ron Thomas, Lou Campbell, Carolyn Hesketh Fitz-Patrick, Betty-Jane Stanhope Meader, Mike Dugay ’65, and Ron Coffin.

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80s This past May, Tracey Merrill Arno ’84 and her daughter Mariah ’10 participated in Husson University’s 116th graduation ceremony. Mariah received her degree in occupational therapy, graduating from the five-year program with an overall GPA of 3.79. Tracy originally graduated from Husson in 1988 with a BS in nursing and spent the majority of her career in critical care nursing before returning to Husson in 2008 to work as a nurse educator. She completed her master’s degree in nursing education and is a full-time coordinator of nursing simulation and learning resources at Husson.

90s

In June, Lance Walker ’90 was appointed by Governor LePage and confirmed unanimously by the Maine State Legislature’s Judiciary Joint Standing Committee and the Maine State Senate to be elevated to Justice of the Maine Superior Court. Justice Walker was appointed a Judge on the Maine District Court in May of 2014. He is the youngest Justice on the Maine Superior Court and presides in Cumberland County Superior Court in Portland. In May, Shannon Keniston Jones ’91 graduated from McDaniel College in Westminster, MD, with a MS in counselor education. Bethany Leger Downs ’93 has been married to Jeremy Downs ’93 for 14 years. She is a senior body piercer (15 years) at Diversified Ink in Bangor. She has two associates’ degrees from EMCC– culinary arts and business management– and also holds a BS in psychology. She is currently working on her master’s in forensic psychology. Bill Robinson ’95 and his wife Rudy became parents to a baby girl, Aurora, on 09/13/15. She weighed 6 lbs. 15 oz. and joins 16-year-old big brother Noah. This past August, Brock Hartford ’98 received his MS in sports and health science, graduating with honors from the American Military University. On 07/16/11, Juli Huberdault ’99 wed Steve Larrabee III ’02, and in January of 2013, they had twins–Lana Tarrynn and Legion Michael. Juli also has a son– 8-year-old Nikolai. Karrie Hopkins Lane ’99 is working on her BA in equine science and management at the University of Kentucky. Gwen Rollins Weitkamp ’99 and her husband Matt became parents to Henry Pearson Normal Weitkamp on 01/11/15.

IN TOUCH

00s Nate Cartwright ’01 and his bride Christina Gilbert were wed at The Blair Hill Inn in Greenville on 08/08/15.

Brendan Robinson ’02 and his fiance Lauryn Belletty are the proud parents of a son Kellan, born 08/13/15, weighing 8 lbs. Joining big sister Adelaide, 3, Susannah Vivian Marie Buschmann was born on 06/21/15 to Kristen Gilbert ’03 and Derrick Buschmann, FA’s filmmaking and theater instructor. Tanner Weymouth was born on 12/08/14 to Jason and Cherelle Oakes Weymouth ’03. The family resides in Topsham, and Jason is a project manager for CMP, and Cherelle is a speech pathologist at Falmouth High School. Deb Mallar Hook ’03 and her husband Jason are the proud parents of baby girl Madeline Eleanor born 08/13/15 at 10:24 AM. She weighed 7 lbs. 13 oz. and was 18.5” long. Jenn Rollin ’03 and Ryan London were wed on 09/05/15 and reside in DoverFoxcroft with Ryan’s daughters–Alexis, a freshman at FA, and Alicia who is in 6th grade.

Kelsey Hill ’06 wed Ryan Harney at the Spruce Point Inn in Boothbay Harbor on 06/20/15. They have recently moved to Portland, ME, where Kelsey is employed as a dentist. Lauryl Cookson ’08 is attending NYU to earn her master’s in international education. This September, Renee Maheu ’08 was wed to Adam Vachon of Brewer at the Cabot House in Dover-Foxcroft. Parker Dale McElhearn entered the world on 08/07/15, the son of Marty and Tiffany Lougee McElhearn ’08. Aunts Vanessa ’10 and Kelly ’04, maternal grandparents Onie and Marie Lougee, and paternal grandmother Darlene Thomas are thrilled. Reagan Jeanne was born 04/20/15 to of Shawn ’04 and Kristi Lacasce Grass ’09. She is the first grandchild of Duane ’76 and Joy Lacasce.

Tanner

Henry

Kellan

Aurora

The Robinsons were wed at Sebec Lake on 07/25/15. Amanda ’09 and Lincoln ’04 pledged their love with many family members and friends in attendance. Pictured in the wedding party are Kristina Carroll, Alyssa Robinson Bloom ’05, Courtney Dean Rodriguez ’99, her three children, Amanda and Lincoln, George Bevis ’04, Shawn Grass ’04, and Josh Withee ’04.

10s Cory and Alyssa Robinson Bloom ’05, now of Skowhegan, have welcomed a baby boy. Thomas Gregory Bloom graced them with his presence on 01/16/15. They say he smiles continuously, laughs constantly, and loves his family immensely. They feel blessed to have him.

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!

Thomas

Madeline

Reagan

Meghan Keane ’10 has started medical school at Tufts University in Boston and is member of the Maine Track program, Class of 2019. Clifford Neece Cameron ’11 was accepted last May to The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City. SEND US YOUR NOTES! cathy.hall@foxcroftacademy.org Fall/Winter 2015

ANNUAL REPORT A Letter from Kristin Hersey, Director of Annual Giving Dear Alumni and Friends, I am very excited to be a part of the Foxcroft family, and I look forward to growing the increasingly important Foxcroft Academy Annual Fund. We are fortunate to have so many people from our community of trustees, parents, alumni, and friends who are committed to making their contributions to the Foxcroft Academy Annual Fund each year. The Annual Fund develops and augments Foxcroft Academy’s programs and student opportunities. These contributions are directed for a wide variety of purposes, including classroom supplies, purchases of equipment, and support of new and existing programs for our students. Donations enable the school to be innovative and remain at the forefront of education. They help FA perpetuate the values that have provided the school’s foundation for nearly two centuries. My background includes attending the University of Maine while serving in the Army both stateside and in Kuwait. After I finished my time in the Army, I was offered an opportunity in Washington, D.C. at the Pentagon, planning bilateral events for the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Upon deciding to start a family, my husband and I returned home to the Milo area, and I took on the role of Annual Fund Director at MCI. Most recently I worked for SEAL 1, LLC, a veteran owned “green” business, as their communication manager. Each of these opportunities has shown me the importance of a quality education, and I look forward to increasing and enhancing opportunities for each student and teacher here at Foxcroft Academy through the Annual Fund. I look forward to meeting you,

Kristin Hersey Director of Annual Giving

Annual Report Highlights New Wing Dedication 2014-15 Annual Giving Legacy Circle Giving Back Memorial and Honor Gifts Special Gifts Giving By Class

Annual Fund Q & A What is the Annual Fund? The Annual Fund is the Academy’s annual giving campaign that raises critical philanthropic dollars to support the immediate operations of the school. Why is the Annual Fund necessary? Unlike public schools, which are funded by tax dollars, independent schools rely solely upon tuition revenues and philanthropic gifts to meet operating and capital expenses. The school operates without the financial support of federal or state government agencies and is self-governed by a Board of Trustees. Doesn’t tuition cover everything? Not entirely. Like most independent schools, tuition at Foxcroft only covers a portion of the cost to educate each child. The three major sources of income for the school are 1) tuition, 2) income from investments (or endowment), and 3) the Annual Fund. These philanthropic investments play a critical role in ensuring that we have a balanced budget every year, and they help restrain the cost of tuition. Why Give? Foxcroft’s tradition of charitable giving began in 1823 when the Trustees and local concerned citizens needed to raise $1500 in order to gain a state charter for the Academy. In 1825 the first Academy building was erected in the lot adjacent to the Congregational Church. Today, Foxcroft is fortunate to have a beautiful campus of 125 acres and an investment portfolio valued at approximately $4.3 million. Like most independent schools, the Annual Fund relies on the commitment, generosity, and enthusiasm of alumni, parents, trustees, faculty, staff, and friends. Contributions to the Annual Fund make a dramatic and direct impact on students and faculty as it provides crucial revenue in areas where the need is greatest each year. The tradition of giving at Foxcroft Academy is storied and strong. Each generation has played its part to ensure that future generations of talented students are able to obtain an exceptional education from a premier institution. Simply put, donations are a gesture of pride and a continuation of a history of support and generosity.

Established January 30, 1823, Foxcroft Academy– named for Colonel Joseph Ellery Foxcroft–was the first school to be chartered after Maine became a state, and in 1825, the first Academy building (pictured) was built adjacent to where the Congregational Church stands today.

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NEW WING DEDICATION

Mary Kammerer Fittig Humanities Wing Opens for Start of School On Saturday, August 15, the doors of the Mary Kammerer Fittig Humanities Wing were open to the public for the first time at a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony. Two weeks later, the wing was flooded with students for the beginning of the new school year. The new wing adds much-needed classroom space, 21st century furnishings, a community room, and an enclosed walkway that allows students to travel to the Industrial and Fine Arts Building without having to go outside. The wing would not have been possible without tremendous support from the many major stakeholders in the projectâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;the Board of Trustees, Buildings and Grounds Committee, Jason Merriam, E.W. Littlefield, Inc. & Sons, the estate of Mabel Washburn Parkman, Charlie and Jane Hibbard Merrill, the estate of Frederick J. Robbins, the estate of Rebecca Rowe Engdahl, Mary Kammerer Fittig, and all other donors.

Special Thanks to: Mr. and Mrs. William C. Bisbee PA-C Mr. Frederick C. Campbell Dr. Kevin P. Chasse Class of 2015 Mrs. Brenda Clawson Mrs. Merrill Ann Clukey Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Cody Jr. Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan and Mr. Robert Ogan Mrs. Joyce Dean Dexter Family Practice Estate of Mrs. Rebecca J. Engdahl Mrs. Mary Fittig Mr. Jason W. Frederick Mr. and Mrs. Crowell C. Hall IV E. W. Littlefield, Inc. & Sons Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Lizotte Ms. Dawn MacPherson-Allen Mr. and Mrs. Chris McGary

Merrillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landscaping Lary Funeral Home Mr. Aubrey Merrill Mr. and Mrs. Charles Merrill Estate of Mrs. Mabel E. Parkman Pleasant River Lumber Co. Estate of Mr. Frederick J. Robbins Mrs. Martha G. Rollins Mr. and Mrs. Arnold B. Shorey Mr. and Mrs. Jake Smith Steinke & Caruso Dental Care PA Hon. and Mrs. Kevin L. Stitham Dr. and Mrs. Richard B. Swett Mr. Reinhold D. Wappler Mr. and Mrs. John Wentworth Mr. and Mrs. Robert White Mr. and Mrs. John Wiles Mr. Zong, Shiquo Fall/Winter 2015

ANNUAL GIVING THANK YOU, donors listed

here who gave so generously. Your gifts helped FA construct a new electronic sign, build two new classrooms, send the band to Disney World, provide Horizon Scholarships, present scholarships to seniors and post-grads, as well as support FA’s academic, sports, and music programs.

THANK YOU! James S. Holmes Society ($10,000+) Mrs. Joyce J. Dean Mrs. Mary Kammerer Fittig

1823 Society ($5,000+) Dr. and Mrs. Alfred S. Buck MD Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. Ms. Kelly A. Keenan Mr. William Olmsted* Dr. and Mrs. Richard B. Swett Mr. and Mrs. Andrew L. Taylor President’s Society ($2,500+) Dr. Hillary and Mr. Joseph Caruso Christ the King Parish* Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Edgerly* Mr. and Mrs. Bruce A. Gurall Mr. and Mrs. Charles Merrill Founders Society - ($1,000+ ) Dr. and Mrs. Robert P. Andrews Bangor Savings Bank Mrs. Ann M. Bitting Mrs. Barbara O. Brown Mr. Terry J. Chase Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Chevalier Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Cummings Ms. Linda J. Gammon Mrs. Donna L. Hathaway Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Hews Mr. Peter C. Ingraham Ms. Hope A. Lacourciere Mr. and Mrs. Chris McGary Mrs. Karen G. Pomeroy Mr. David Ruksznis Mr. and Mrs. Arnold B. Shorey Mrs. Bevin St. Charles Mr. Robert T. Trefethen Mr. Wang, Dan Mr. Zhang, Mi Jun Headmaster’s Society ($500+) Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Almy Mr. Eric L. Annis Anonymous Class of 2015

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Mr. and Mrs. Bruce B. Cohen Dr. Lynne Coy-Ogan Mr. Peter W. Culley Mr. Michael P. Doore Mrs. Mary F. Fittig Mr. Jason W. Frederick Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Frederick Mr. and Mrs. Dana W. Freese Jr. Mr. Timothy S. Hagelin Mrs. Norma Harris Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Higgins* Mrs. Dione Hutchinson Mr. David L. Ireland Mr. Ernest W. Judkins III Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Lizotte Mr. Robert E. MacNevin Dr. and Mrs. David B. McDermott Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Nason Pat’s Pizza Ms. Lee Pearsall Mr. Donald P. Phillips Pleasant River Lumber Co.* Mr. and Mrs. John D. Raymond Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Timothy G. Smith Steinke and Caruso Dental Care Hon. and Mrs. Kevin L. Stitham Dr. Robert L. Thomas Mrs. Shirleen Vainio Mrs. Allison E. Wakeland Mrs. Margaret Wakeland Mr. Reinhold D. Wappler Mr. and Mrs. David Weatherbee Mr. and Mrs. Daniel N. White Mr. John E. Wiles Mr. Earl M. Wiley Mr. James L. Williams Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Wright Architects Society ($250+) Mr. and Mrs. Ethan L. Annis Mr. and Mrs. Herbert M. Aumann Mr. Lionel F. Bishop Mr. Timothy W. Blakely Mr. and Mrs. Donald H. Brown Mr. Frederick C. Campbell Mrs. Lorna A. Carroll Mr. David W. Case

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Chadbourne Mrs. Sheila F. Chaplin Mr. and Mrs. Peter Chase Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Cody Jr. Mr. Roderick E. Collette Mrs. Alexis J. Cunningham Mrs. Juanita M. Cushing Mrs. Alexis J. Cunningham Mrs. Juanita M. Cushing Mr. Broderick A. Davis Mrs. Irene F. Dow Mrs. Sarah Eluk Mr. and Mrs. Paul Flanders Mr. Mark W. Grant Mr. and Mrs. Crowell C. Hall IV Mr. Timothy A. Hanson Mrs. Julie W. Hey Mr. Norman E. Higgins Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Johnson Lander/Herring Families Mrs. Tamara L. Linkfield Mr. Theodore W. Marshall Mrs. Kandi S. Martin Ms. Rebecca A. Maynard PhD Mr. Hamish McLeish Mrs. Betty-Jane Meader Mr. Aubrey J. Merrill Mr. and Mrs. Trey Merrill III Mr. Larry S. Mitchell Mr. James B. Moir Ms. Mia L. Morrison Mrs. Carol H. Patenaude Mr. Jonathan Pratt Mr. William T. Rayfield III Mrs. Lois W. Reynolds Mrs. Martha G. Rollins Mr. John Small Mr. Deron P. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Douglas M. Smith Dr. Sean Stitham Dr. Diana S. Swett Mr. William J. Trefethen Mrs. Cheryl L. Vigue Mr. and Mrs. Gary Worthing Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Zilinsky

Builders Society ($100+) Mrs. Leone W. Adler Mr. Richard E. Albee AMB Signs* Mr. Eric W. Anderson Mrs. Kelly E. Anderson Mrs. Cheryl Andrews Captain Robert E. Annis Mr. William S. Babash Dr. Jane E. Barker PhD Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Beaulieu Mrs. Dorothy A. Blanchard Mrs. Helen G. Brown Mrs. Joline L. Brown Mr. Robert B. Brown II Mr. Ned Garner & Ms. Barbara A. Buerger Mr. and Mrs. Darrell W. Buzzell Mrs. Marilyn M. Cameron Mr. and Mrs. Richard I. Carleton Mr. Wayne S. Champeon Mr. Thomas Chappelle Mrs. Priscilla Clark Mrs. Shirley Clark Class of 1993 Mrs. Vickie M. Clement Mr. David L. Clukey Mrs. Merrill Ann Clukey Mr. Ronald A. Coffin Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Coy Mr. Duane E. Crabtree Mr. Edward C. Craine Mrs. Marina F. Davis Mrs. Helen Deag Mrs. Kelly I. Dennis Ms. Laura K. Doore Mrs. Deborah J. Dunham Ms. Marie L. Duplessis Dr. John Durham Mrs. Cheryl L. Dyer Mrs. Elizabeth G. Ellis Dr. Wayne L. Emerson Dr. Heather Evans Mrs. Deanna Ferry Ms. Virginia A. Fitzgerald Mrs. Sheila A. Fitzmaurice Dr. David P. Frasz and Dr. Lesley M. Fernow Mr. and Mrs. Howard Garniss Mr. H. Thomas Gerrish Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gilmore Mr. Jeffrey B. Glover Mrs. Irmadel F. Goodell Mrs. Elizabeth B. Gould Mrs. Lorraine Govan Rev. and Mrs. Bernard Hammond Dr. Arthur L. Hanson Mr. Troy W. Hartley PhD Ms. Sara J. Hayes Dr. and Mrs. Norman Hill Mr. Stephen H. Hurd Mr. and Mrs. Edward K. Imbert Mrs. Ann S. Ingraham Mrs. Rebecca F. Janjic Mr. and Mrs. Arthur W. Jones

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence T. Jones Lt. Col. Daniel O. Joyce and Ms. Gail E. Glover Ms. Jessica Klein Mrs. Laurie G. Lachance Mr. Timothy Largay Mr. James A. Levensalor Mr. and Mrs. Douglas R. Lyford Mr. and Mrs. Neil A. Mallett Mrs. Judith W. Marshall Mr. and Mrs. Steven P. Mayhew Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Millett Mrs. Nickolette H. Mountain Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Nelson Mrs. Donna Newhouse Mrs. Dawn Noack Mrs. Carolyn W. Olson Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Page Mrs. Margaret A. Patzner Mr. Graham Pearsall Mrs. Anna F. Perkins Mr. Raymond H. Poulin Jr. Mr. Gary H. Preble Mrs. Ellen B. Pride Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Pullen Mrs. Lynette Rayfield Dr. Challa V. Reddy and Dr. Usha R. Reddy Mr. and Mrs. Blaine N. Rideout Mr. David L. Roberts Mr. Stephen G. Robinson Ms. Morgan Rublee Mr. Ronald E. Ruksznis Ms. Sheila Ruksznis Mrs. Elsa J. Sanborn Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Seavey Mr. and Mrs. Dean J. Smith Mrs. Glenda B. Smith Lt. Col. Matthew C. Smith Mr. Aubrey L. Spaulding Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sprecher Ms. Suzanne C. Stacy Mr. Ronald Stevens Dr. Mark D. Stitham Ms. Stacy O. Stitham Ms. Susan A. Stitham Mr. John G. Stone Mr. Wayne M. Strout Mrs. Tracy S. Stutzman PhD Mr. Radford Tam Mrs. Helen D. Thomas Mrs. Irene L. Thomas Mr. Stuart C. Thomas Ms. Jaclyn Tourtelotte Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie W. Towne Mrs. Ethelyn G. Treworgy Ms. Rhonda Tyler Mr. Douglas P. Villone Jr. Mr. Richard W. Washburn PhD Ms. Pamela Weatherbee Mrs. Phyllis Weatherbee Mrs. Katherine A. Wells Mrs. Van D. Wentworth Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. White Mrs. Louise Wiley

Mr. Carlson M. Williams Mrs. Anita P. Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Victor A. Woodbrey Mr. Haldon L. Young Dr. Joseph W. Zilinsky Benefactors Society ($50+) Mr. Thomas P. Allen Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Ames Mr. Silas C. Ames Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Robert D. Bach Mr. Michael J. Bartolomeo Mr. and Mrs. Carl Bickford Ms. Jane S. Blay Mr. David C. Bryant Mr. Peter Caruso Mrs. June W. Cassidy Mr. Kenneth C. Clark Mr. and Mrs. David E. Clement Mrs. Sally Colby Mr. Michael W. Cookson Jr. Mrs. Faith Duplessie CPS Ms. Marcia B. Ellery Dr. and Mrs. William C. Forbes III Mrs. Betty B. Fowles Mr. Michael D. Freese Mr. Robert C. Freese Mrs. Karen Goodin Mrs. Deborah Gray Ms. Dagmar A. Greenleaf Mrs. Donna J. Grout Mrs. Elaine G. Hartley Mr. Scott A. Hughes and Ms. Karen M. Johnson Dr. Jacob J. Iannetta D.C. Mrs. Sally F. Kelley Mr. and Mrs. Gary Larson Mrs. Louise F. Lazare Mrs. Carolyn S. Leland Mrs. Lindsey Lessard Mrs. Donna L. Lindsay Mrs. Donnice Lord Ms. Alexandria A. McDade Ms. Amelia L. McDermott Ms. Lori McLaughlin Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. Merrill Sr. Mr. Robert W. Mitchell Mrs. Phyllis L. Molnar Mr. Philip J. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Toby J. Nelson Ms. Tana L. Olin Major Andrew F. Parsons Mrs. Annette D. Peabody Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Pearl Mrs. Susan H. Perkins Ms. Georgeine Philpot Mr. Michael Pingree Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Raymond Mr. and Mrs. William Robinson Mr. William R. Sawtell Mr. Stephen S. Sawyer Jr. Mr. John E. Simko Ms. Abigail C. Simmons Ms. Angela L. Smart-Davis Mrs. Miriam L. Smith

ANNUAL GIVING Mrs. Gweneth Smith-Emery Mrs. Linda S. Steiger Mrs. Sandra Swarts Mr. John Tumosa Mr. and Mrs. John Wentworth Mr. Steven R. Wheaton Ms. Robbin L. White Mrs. Elizabeth G. Wiers Mrs. Beverly M. Wolf Mrs. Linda L. Worster Mr. and Mrs. Peter A. Wright Mrs. Kathleen E. Yeatts Ponies’ Club ($25+) Mrs. Mary G. Adams Mrs. Kathy Ames Mr. and Mrs. Milton Anderson Mr. and Mrs. James Annis Ms. Emily J. Austin Mrs. Brenda G. Avery Mrs. Priscilla A. Barnes Mr. Travis J. Belanger Mrs. Lorinda S. Brody Mr. and Mrs. Mark Brown Ms. Teresa Brzustowicz Ms. Ann M. Chase Mrs. Jennifer B. Chase Mrs. Lucille P. Chase Class of 1957 Mrs. Wilda G. Clough Mr. Jerry J. Clukey Mr. Christopher P. Cook Mrs. Odella Crawford Mrs. Elaine Curnow Mr. and Mrs. Chad Curtis Mrs. Louise Dow Mr. and Mrs. Richard Eberbach Mrs. Rachel C. Fitzpatrick Mrs. Karen D. Fraser Mrs. Donna J. Gesner Mrs. Jane W. Grant Mr. Thomas J. Hall Mrs. Elizabeth H. Harvey Mrs. Ethel L. Hersey Ms. Jean P. Hitchcock Mrs. Roberta L. Johnston Mr. Richard J. Murch Mrs. Anita L. Neuman

Mr. and Mrs. Gary F. Nuite Mr. Richard P. Preble Sr. Mrs. Phyllis J. Rankin Mr. Gary J. Raymond Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rockwell Jr. Mrs. Charlotte B. Sanborn Mr. Robert W. Smeaton Mr. Jeffrey H. Stanley Mrs. Shirley P. Swicker Mrs. Janece L. Taylor Mr. Jeffrey R. Weatherbee Mr. Robert Weber Mrs. Charlene Wehrle Mr. Frederick T. Weston Mr. Clyde G. Whitten Mrs. Julie B. Willcott Mrs. Joyce Williams Mrs. Hilary L. Wyatt Friends of FA Mr. Royce F. Albert Class of 1959 Mrs. Joanne Drenckpohl Mrs. Cynthia Freeman-Cyr Ms. Molly R. Cyr Mr. and Mrs. Pierre Gaudion Mr. Roger W. Hewett Mr. Brian Krause Mrs. Jeanne J. Levasseur Mrs. Elsie M. London Ms. Deb Maynard Mrs. Clarice Page Mrs. Dawn Richards Mrs. Rita M. Stanhope Ms. Julie A. Washington *Indicates gift-in-kind

This listing includes all donors whose gifts were received between 07/01/2014 06/30/2015. If there is an error in listing, notify Cathy Hall at (207) 546-6542.

Deron Smith ’95 was the winner of the Alumni Office raffle for a twonight stay at the Mohegan Sun: Casino, Resort. Thank you, Pam Blais Sutula ’84 for your generous gift valued at $1200.

Fall/Winter 2015

LEGACY CIRCLE The Foxcroft Legacy Circle - Make a Difference Many of us feel the compelling need to make a difference–to leave a lasting impact on the people most dear to us and the town in which we grew up. Our search for significance and the desire to plan for the future leads many of us to consider our legacy. A bequest is perhaps the easiest and most tangible way to have a lasting impact on people and organizations like Foxcroft Academy that mean the most to us. Bequests through a trust, will, retirement account, or life insurance policy are increasingly popular because they cost nothing now, no amount is too small, and beneficiaries can be changed at any time. Legacy gifts allow the Academy to remain financially strong for years to come, and each gift makes a profound and lasting difference for the school and students. The Foxcroft Legacy Circle recognizes all who have made a bequest in the following forms: • • • • • •

Outright Bequest Charitable Gift Annuity Charitable Lead Trust Charitable Remainder Trust Real Estate Bequest Life insurance or retirement income designation

A bequest may also be an effective way for you to make a gift to charity and lessen the burden of taxes on your family and estate. As an independent school, the Academy is not eligible for any state capital construction funds; therefore, our endowed funds play a critical role in our future.

Charitable Gift Annuity In the fall of 2014, The Foxcroft set out to explain, in its ensuing issues, the different types of legacy gifts (listed above). In past issues, which can be accessed online at http://issuu.com/foxcroftacademy, the outright bequest and charitable lead trusts were explained. In this third installment of the series, charitable gift annuities are explained.

The Charitable Gift Annuity

A charitable gift annuity is a great way to receive guaranteed income either for yourself or for another for life. In exchange for a gift of cash or certain other property, you or a loved one would receive set payments annually, a portion of which would be tax-free. In addition, the donor would be entitled to a charitable income tax deduction. The amount of your deduction would be based on the value of your gift and the age of the designated annuitant. The actual amount of the annuity depends largely upon the age of the annuitant. Generally speaking, the older the annuitant, the larger the percentage of payout each year. A portion of each annuity payment is considered to be a return of principal and thus treated tax-free.

Simple Process

Obtaining a charitable gift annuity from Foxcroft Academy is much easier than you think. We provide you with tailor-made illustration with your age and gift amount included, so you can see how it all works. We provide materials you can share with your family and adviser(s). Another benefit is the satisfaction you will receive for making a charitable gift in this manner. Every time you receive a payment, you will be reminded that your charitable gift annuity will ultimately benefit the students of FA. For your personalized gift illustration, call Kristin Hersey, Director of Annual Giving, at (207) 564-6542 or by email at kristin.hersey@foxcroftacademy.org

Members of the Legacy Circle

Priscilla Ames Berberian ’48* Alfred S. Buck M.D. Herbert & Astrid Peterson Cronin ’54 Joyce Johnston Dean ’50 Walter and Mildred Hall Ebersteen ’32 * John and Janice Ellery* Rebecca Rowe Engdahl ’52* Mary F. Fittig Berta Washburn Fitzgerald ’39* Edgar E. Gammon ’47 Linda J. Gammon ’71 Paul Gates ’20 and Olive Lee ’23* Donna Libby Hathaway ’66 Dione Williams Hutchinson ’50 John J. Klimavicz ’53 Frank T. Knaut ’70* Yoriko McClure Barbara Livermore Morrison ’36* Woodrow Evans Page* Mabel Washburn Parkman ’41* Margaret Bradford Patzner ’65 Louis Philpot ’30* Lois Ward Reynolds ’54 Frederick J. Robbins ’41* David L. Roberts ’56 Douglas M. Smith ’65 Miriam F. Smith Kevin & Jane Hayes Stitham ’70, ’73 Stacy O. Stitham ’98 Susan A. Stitham ’61 Muriel Philpot Watson ’25* Earl M. Wiley ’39 James L. Williams ’51 Judge and Mrs. Matthew Williams* Betty Wood Wilson ’41 * Indicates deceased

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GIVING BACK A Chance Meeting - Two Families Connected by Two Photos

Herb and Astrid Peterson Cronin stand in the main hallway of the Academy with the pictures of Olivia and George Sumner Johnston that they kindly donated. Olivia and George are Joyce Johnston Dean’s grandparents.

At the 2014 Alumni Weekend Legacy Circle and Founders Society reception hosted by Head of School Arnold Shorey and his wife Stacy at the Peakes House, an unlikely trio met for the first time. Joyce Johnston Dean ’50 recognized the face of Astrid Peterson Cronin ’54, and she introduced herself to Astrid and Astrid’s husband Herb. That conversation was the beginning of a lasting friendship between the three. It was learned by Joyce that Astrid grew up in Sebec and spent many hours at the home of Joyce’s aunt and uncle, Neil ’34 and Velma Johnston. What Joyce didn’t know until that evening was that Astrid was once given photos of Olivia and George Sumner Johnston (Joyce’s grandparents) from Velma, who after her husband Neil passed, did not know what to do with them. Upon cleaning out, Velma asked Astrid if she would be interested. Astrid grew so fond of the pictures that she displayed them in her home. When she and her husband “downsized” and moved into a condo last May, they retained the photos. Joyce was thrilled to find this out and was even more so when Herb and Astrid offered to have the photos refurbished and given to the Academy. Joyce later offered to help with the cost of the refurbishing. The timing of this was ironic, as Joyce was contemplating a gift to the Mary Kammerer Fittig Wing in honor of the Johnston and Dean families and wanted them to be remembered in perpetuity. Her gift came to fruition, and the patio garden was aptly named The Johnston and Dean Families Patio Garden. These photos were delivered to the Academy on a beautiful fall day in September by the Cronins themselves. They didn’t want to risk anything happening to them in shipping. Head of School Mr. Shorey was proud to accept these beautifully refurbished portraits, and Olivia and George are now hanging in the main hallway of the Academy.

Estate of Mabel Washburn Parkman Benefits the New Humanities Wing Thanks to the generous bequest of Mabel Washburn Parkman of the Class of 1941 and her daughters Constance Parkman Clarke and Janet Parkman Walton, the construction of the Academy’s new humanties wing was completed on time. Because of her generosity, a classroom was named in her honor. The new classroom, located on the first floor of the wing, added much needed classroom space, which, according to Head of School Mr. Shorey, “enhances the educational experience for all staff and students.” President of the Board Dr. Richard Swett thanked the benevolence of the Parkman family and those who donated to the project, equating philanthropy with gardening. Swett likened gifts to seeds that are planted with faith that they will one day grow into something and expressed confidence that the new wing “will allow the next generations to grow into the future.”

Members of Mabel’s family: nephew Gary Grant ’73, sister Jane Washburn Grant ’43, nephew Bruce Grant ’63, and great niece Margret Grant Campbell ’93 Fall/Winter 2015

MEMORIAL AND HONOR GIFTS In Memory of Ethel Fairbrother Cole Foxcroft Academy Class of 1957 In Memory of Mary Ellen Bolstridge Lunn Foxcroft Academy Class of 1959 In Memory of Raymond Comeau ’45 Mr. Richard Albee In Memory of Their parents Norman ’40 and Cleo Thompson Hill ’33 Mrs. Kathy Ames Mrs. Deborah Gray In Memory of Their grandson Mickey Anderson ’97 Mr. & Mrs. Milton Anderson In Memory of Tracy Hibbard Kasprzak ’80 Dr. Robert Andrews Eremita & Valley Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gilmore Hibbard Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Mr. Peter Ingraham Mr. and Mrs. Charles Merrill Dr. and Mrs. Richard Swett In Memory of Wilma Gray Andrews ’41 Mr. & Mrs. James Annis Mr. and Mrs. Barry Schrager Mrs. Gail Stutzman Mr. and Mrs. Robert White In Honor of Dick and Caroline Swett Dr. & Mrs. Robert Bach In Memory of Pat Love Whittemore ‘53 Dr. Jane Barker In Memory of Mr. Jim Brown ’70 Mr. and Mrs. William Bisbee Mr. and Mrs. Mark Brown Mrs. Teresa Brzustowicz Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Buzzell Mrs. Faith Duplessie

Jim Brown

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Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gilmore Mr. Scott Hughes and Ms. Karen Johnson In Memory of Her father Warren Eldridge ’41 Mrs. Ann Bitting In Memory of Her husband Mac Blanchard ’53 Mrs. Dorothy Blanchard In Honor of FA Faculty and Staff Mr. David Case In Honor of Her parents Roland and Julia Zwicker Mrs. Sheila Chaplin In Memory of John Arnold ’59 and Peter Van Aken ’59 Mrs. Sally Colby In Memory of His sister Glenna Collette Bearce ’58 and mother June Roderic Collette ’33 Mr. Rod Collette In Memory of His daughter Sarah Ann Crabtree Owen McCaffrey Mr. Duane Crabtree

In Memory of Her son Michael “Tony” Dyer ’84 Mrs. Cheryl Dyer In Memory of His mother Leona Emerson Butler ’32 Dr. Wayne Emerson In Memory of Gary Wakeland Mr. and Mrs. William Bisbee Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Buzzell Mr. & Mrs. Paul Flanders Dr. and Mrs. Richard Swett Mrs. Allison Wakeland Mrs. Margaret Wakeland In Memory of Her husband Arthur Fowles ’44 Mrs. Betty Fowles In Honor of The Class of 1958 Mr. & Mrs. Howard Garniss In Memory of Her father Eugene Coffin Mrs. Donna Gesner In Memory of Her mother Virginia Weston Bradford ’37 Mrs. Elizabeth Gould

In Memory of Alice B. Richardson ’57 Mrs. Alexis Cunningham

In Memory of Deceased members of the Class of 1948 Mrs. Lorrain Govan

In Memory of Her parents G. Sumner ’14 and Thelma Bradley Johnston ’17 Mrs. Joyce Dean

In Memory of Her parents Fred and Hattie Washburn Mrs. Jane Grant

In Memory of Her father Robert L. Chase ’57 Mrs. Kelly Dennis In Memory of Metella Washburn Woodworth ’38 Town of Dover-Foxcroft Ms. Virginia Fitzgerald Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Frederick Mrs. Jane Grant Mr. Mark Grant Mr. Ted Grant Mrs. Carolyn Olson Steinke & Caruso Dental Care PA

In Memory of Her husband Harold Hersey ’38 Mrs. Ethel Hersey In Memory of Her parents George ’30 and Melba Warren ’34 Mrs. Julie Hey In Memory of Her sister Melissa Byam ’79 Ms. Jessica Klein In Memory of Mrs. Phyllis Wiley Mrs. Carolyn Leland

In Memory of Her husband Russell E. Dow ’41 Mrs. Irene Dow

In Memory of Her husband Camille “Chuck” Levasseur’46 Mrs. Jeanne Levasseur

In Memory of Her classmate Alfred Robinson ’54 Mrs. Louise Dow

In Memory of Her daughter Paulette London Bishop ’69 Mrs. Elsie London

MEMORIAL AND HONOR GIFTS In Honor of The Class of 1952 Mr. Robert MacNevin

In Memory of Harold Blood ’37 Mrs. Martha Rollins

In Memory of Jean Blethen Crawford ’59 Mr. and Mrs. Steven Mayhew

In Memory of Classmate and friend Kay Burns Libby ’45 Mrs. Charlotte Sanborn

In Honor of Her four children: Jenny ’15, Peter ’15, Donnie ’13, and Erin ’11 Ms. Alexandria McDade In Honor of The Class of 1964’s 50th reunion Mrs. Betty-Jane Meader In Honor of His mother Bertha Tibbetts Mitchell ’43 Mr. Robert Mitchell In Honor of Past FA band member Skip Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nelson In Memory of Uncle Albert Sands ’43 Mrs. Anita Neuman In Honor of Former FA faculty member Mark Chevalier Ms. Lee Pearsall In Memory of Her grandmother Doris Doore Herring ’26 Mrs. Susan Perkins In Honor of FA field hockey alumni Ms. Gene Philpot

In Memory of Her grandmothers June Roderick Collette ’33 and Glenna Collette Bearce ’58 Ms. Abigail Simmons In Memory of His father Owen Smith Lt. Col. Matthew Smith In Honor of The Class of 1950 Mrs. Gweneth Smith-Emery In Memory of Her brother Richard Blethen ’60 Mrs. Rita Stanhope In Memory of Sean Emery ’86 Mr. and Mrs. Richard Page The Hon. & Mrs. Kevin Stitham Mrs. Margaret Wakeland In Memory of Jane Warren Merrill ’72 and Roxanne Walton Ewer ’72 Dr. Sean Stitham In Memory of Regina Marsh Blodgett ’47 Ms. Susan A. Stitham

The Dover-Foxcroft Intellectual Society, circa 1957: Joan Brewster Garniss, Sylvia Richard Dean, Peter Van Aken, John Arnold, Mary Gellerson Adams In Memory of Her husband Kermit ’40 Mrs. Phyllis Weatherbee In Honor of Her siblings Robin King Keyte ’76, Randy King ’77, and John King ’71 Mrs. Katherine Wells In Honor of Children Owen and Ava and grandmother Priscilla Hathorn White ’38 Mr. & Mrs. Daniel White In Memory of Dennis Hesketh’59 Mr. Clyde Whitten In Memory of His brother Gerald Wiles ’54 Mr. John Wiles

In Memory of Derek Quiet 08/10/86 Mr. Michael Pingree

In Memory of His brother Gerald “Spitball” Thomas ’62 Mr. Stuart C. Thomas

In Memory of Anne Saulmer Preble ’31 Mr. Richard Preble Sr.

In Memory of His parents Tillson and Ruth Thomas Dr. Robert L. Thomas

In Memory of Her husband Robert Wiley ’33 Mrs. Louise Wiley

In Memory of His mother Mary Butler Raymond ’45 Mr. Gary Raymond

In Memory of Her parents Henry and Louise Gerrish Mrs. Ethelyn Treworgy

In Memory of Richard Dority Mrs. Linda Worster

In Memory of Ma Atherton and In Honor of Bob Thorne Mr. and Mrs. Blaine Rideout

In Memory of His mother Mary Danforth Wappler ’20 Mr. Reinhold Wappler

In Memory of His mother Dianne Libby Wright ’58 Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wright

In Memory of His mother Phyllis Weatherbee Mr. and Mrs. David Weatherbee

In Memory of Dorna’s brothers Robert ’63 and Richard Varnum ’64 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Zilinsky

In Honor of The Class of 1975’s 40th reunion Mr. Stephen Robinson

In Honor of All Wiley family graduates of FA Mr. Earl Wiley

Fall/Winter 2015

SPECIAL GIFTS The “Hope” Fund In November of 2009, Hope Austin Lacourciere of the Class of 1946 gave her first gift of $250 to the string orchestra at Foxcroft Academy. Over the past few years, Hope’s dedication to this cause was matched by her generosity to create what has become the “Hope” Fund, a fund dedicated to ensuring that music students interested in the strings program could receive lessons at no cost. Upon her passing this past June, her family wanted to honor her memory with donations, instead of flowers, to the “Hope” Fund, helping the strings program at FA to continue to thrive under the direction of Sue Ramsey. The orchestra provides concerts at special FA events–such as graduation, the Rose Awards ceremony, and many community concerts. Without the support of Hope and donors to the “Hope” Fund, the program simply would not be where it is today. Thank you to the donors listed below who chose to remember their family member, friend, or classmate in this way. Ms. Mary Boulanger Mrs. Marilyn Cantara Mr. and Mrs. Peter Chase Mrs. Ruby Day

Mr. Richard Pinkerton Mr. and Mrs. Jay Pinkerton Mr. and Mrs. Robert Records Mr. Fred Valenti II Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Frederick Mr. and Mrs. Earl Weymouth Mrs. Carolyn Leland Ms. Marguerite Weymouth Mrs. Barbara Pearsall

Marching Band Goes to Disney Thanks to the fantastic generosity of FA Band fans–trustees, faculty members, parents, alumni, and friends (listed below)–for the first time ever, the FA Band marched down Main St. USA in Disney World, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Aumann Mrs. Barbara Brown Dr. and Mrs. Alfred Buck M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Buzzell Mr. Terry Chase Ms. Molly Cyr Mrs. Sarah Eluk Mr. and Mrs. Howard Garniss Rev. and Mrs. Bernard Hammond

Mrs. Norma Harris Ms. Kelly Keenan Mrs. Barbara Kehl Ms. Jessica Klein Mr. and Mrs. Steven Mayhew Mr. and Mrs. Charles Merrill

Will you join us in taking part in #GivingTuesday, a campaign founded in December of 2012 to create a national day of giving at the start of the annual holiday season? #GivingTuesday celebrates and encourages charitable activities that support nonprofit organizations, and we hope Foxcroft Academy will be the organization you choose to support. This year’s theme for #GivingTuesday revolves around the holiday spirit of giving, and in honor of that spirit, we will be having some fun with unselfies, a picture you take of yourself while donating . . think “unselfish” and “selfie!”

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Mr. and Mrs. Trey Merrill Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Poole Mrs. Ellen Pride Mrs. Lynette Rayfield Mr. Steve Robinson Mr. David Ruksznis Ms. Suzanne Stacy Steinke & Caruso Dental Care Hon. and Mrs. Kevin Stitham Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Taylor Mr. William Trefethen Mr. and Mrs. David Weatherbee

Mrs. Katherine Wells Mrs. Hilary Wyatt

GIVING BY CLASS

Steve Mayhew David L. Roberts Ginny Appleby Robinson Robert Thomas

Class of 1955

Class of 1957 Mary Gellerson Adams Dot Anderson Blanchard Marlene Thurston Lyford Dick Washburn Carlson Williams Joyce Downs Williams

Class of 1931 Helen Dow Thomas Class of 1937 Martha Green Rollins Class of 1939 Priscilla Johnston Clark Earl Wiley Class of 1941 Lucille Pierce Chase Class of 1942 Juanita Hersey Cushing Norma Anderson Harris Class of 1943 Ed Craine Jane Washburn Grant Aubrey Spaulding Class of 1945 June Warren Cassidy Carolyn Washburn Olson Charlotte Burgess Sanborn Class of 1946 Mel Ames Helen Hussey Deag Irene Fowler Dow Betty Brawn Fowles Hope Austin Lacourciere Elsie Wheaton London Anna Fisher Perkins Class of 1947 Gene Gammon Fred Weston Class of 1948 Lorraine Libby Govan Class of 1949 Betty Boober Ames Wilda Johnson Clough Amber Shorey Pinkerton Beverly Steeves Wolf Marie Gerrish Woodbrey

Class of 1950 David L. Clukey Joyce Johnston Dean Dione Williams Hutchinson Ted Marshall Gweneth Hall Smith-Emery Class of 1951 Anita Sands Neuman Richard Preble Phyllis Kitchin Rankin Ethelyn Gerrish Treworgy John Wiles Jim Williams Class of 1952 Marilyn Mayhew Cameron Rod Collette Mike Cookson Tom Gerrish Bob MacNevin Phyllis Miller Molnar Class of 1953 Jane Barker Wayne Emerson Bill Robinson Class of 1954 Dick & Donne Brown Carleton Louise Thomas Dow Irmadel Flanders Goodell Donnice Roberts Lord Lois Ward Reynolds Janece Field Taylor Bob Trefethen

Class of 1958 Lorna Wilson Carroll Kenneth C. Clark Duane Crabtree Elaine Small Curnow Betty Green Ellis Joan Brewster Garniss David Ireland Barbara Spaulding Kehl Richard Murch Gary Nuite Class of 1959 Patsy Ryder Barnes Terry Chase Sally Haber Colby Joanne Little Drenckpohl Deanna Embree Ferry Charlotte Andrews Mayhew Blaine Rideout Clyde Whitten Class of 1960 Anonymous (2) Donna Coffin Gesner Sally Flanders Kelley Charlie Merrill Rick & Nancy Stone Page Elsa Anderson Sanborn Bob Smeaton Shirley Pratt Swicker Peggy Shepardson Wakeland Joe Zilinsky

Class of 1955 Joline Dow Brown Shirley Dyer Clark Merrill Ann Warren Clukey Judy Ward Marshall Bob Nelson Dawn Small Richards

Class of 1961 Lionel Bishop Sheila Zwicker Chaplin Jerry Clukey Tom Coy Peter Culley Lois Averill Nelson Linda Smith Steiger Susan Stitham Stuart Thomas Bill Trefethen Steve Wheaton Tom & Dorna Varnum Zilinsky

Class of 1956 Della Surette Crawford Doug Lyford Aubrey Mallett Jr.

Class of 1962 Leone Wellington Adler Dick Albee Eric Anderson

Lorinda Sands Brody Skip Hanson Jim Levensalor Dennis Lyford Jim Moir Gary Preble Suzanne Stacy Sandy Hebb Swarts Kitty King Wells

Class of 1963 Julie Warren Hey Carolyn Sargent Leland Pam Fairbrother Nuite Ron Ruksznis Rita Blethen Stanhope Class of 1964 Ron Coffin Doris Gammon Coy Neil Mallett Betty-Jane Stanhope Meader Joel and Carol Speed Patterson Irene Tumosa Thomas Class of 1965 Fred Campbell Cheryl Veno Dyer Marcia Ellery Deborah Hill Gray Kristen Anderson Gurall Ken & Linda Knowlton Hews Ernest Judkins III Donna Albee Lindsay Patsy Cole Mallett Jeff Merrill Peg Bradford Patzner Larry Pullen Mary Lanpher Rideout Dave Ruksznis Sheila Ruksznis Doug Smith John Stone Cherie Stitham White Anita Plourde Wilson Cheryl Plummer Vigue Class of 1966 Bob Annis Elizabeth Bradford Gould Donna Libby Hathaway Steve Hurd Aubrey Merrill Nora Bradbury Merrill Larry Mitchell Donald Phillips Jeff Stanley Dave & Marie Heath Weatherbee Jeff Weatherbee Bob White

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GIVING BY CLASS Class of 1967 Dave Bryant Ann Chase Linda Huntington Cohen Mary Webber Frederick Rebecca Maynard Robert Mitchell Philip Moore Nancy Harvey Pullen Lynette Warren Rayfield Libby Glover Wiers

Class of 1968 Kathy Hill Ames Cheryl Arno Andrews Brenda Gagnon Avery Helen Gammon Brown Alexis Powell Cunningham Rick Davis Lorinda Annis Schrager Mark Stitham Class of 1969 Gary Raymond Steve Sawyer Class of 1970 Darrell Buzzell Faith Brayton Duplessie Sara Hayes Leslie Hall Lizotte Bruce Raymond John Small Kevin Stitham Class of 1971 Linda Gammon Mark Grant Dawn Hayes Noack Sue Herring Perkins Matthew Smith Julie Ambrose Washington Class of 1972 Carole Philpot Buzzell Elwood Edgerly Nancy Rollins Jordan

Suzanne Cox Raymond Sean Stitham Linda Lindie Worster Class of 1973 Karen Gammon Pomeroy Terry and Judy Richardson Snow Jane Hayes Stitham Class of 1974 Eric Annis Jeff Glover Tim Largay Class of 1975 Tom Hall Roger Hewett George Merrill Steve Robinson Class of 1976 Mark Brown Vickie Taggett Clement John Durham Donna Dority Edgerly Tim Hanson Ellen Beek Pride Pam Weatherbee Class of 1977 Linda Stevens Brown Marie Roy Duplessis Clair Hall Scott Hughes & Karen Johnson Dan Joyce & Gail Glover Wayne Nason Class of 1978 Roxanne Davis Chase Robbin Pickard White Class of 1979 Anonymous Jennie Brawn Chase Peter Chase Debbie Cookson Dunham Karen Dunn Fraser Laurie Gagnon Lachance Hamish McLeish Ron Stevens John Tumosa Class of 1980 Chuck Ames Peter Ingraham Jesse Byam Klein Tom Nason Carol Higgins Patenaude Shirley Nason Wright Class of 1981 Don Brown Tim Hagelin Bill Olmsted

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Malcolm Weymouth Peter Wright Class of 1982 Bill Babash Donna Allen Grout Troy Hartley Rick Johnson Shirleen Stone Vainio Class of 1983 Lynne Coy-Ogan Class of 1984 Robert Brown II Brenda Stone Clawson Cindy Thompson Johnson Class of 1985 Tami Wakeland Flanders Erin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill Nason Robyn Wrye Sprecher Class of 1986 Royce Albert Paul Flanders Tammy Dishaw Linkfield Dean Smith Allison Huntington Wakeland Class of 1987 Andy Parsons Tim Smith Class of 1988 Carl Bickford Rob Higgins Mike Pingree John Simko Class of 1989 Rebecca Foreman Janjic Bill Rayfield John and Kerri Leland Raymond Katy Deitz Yeatts Class of 1990 Rick Ladd Jr. Nicole Foster Perkins Nancy Hathaway Seavey Class of 1991 Angela Stutzman Ayala Jen Carey Bickford Class of 1992 Tim Blakely Tracy London Cushman Kelly Keenan Tracy Michaud Stutzman Doug Villone Jr. Class of 1993 Kandi Grant Martin

Class of 1994 Tom Allen Jason Frederick Rob & Kelly Paul Rockwell Bevin Kelly St. Charles Class of 1995 Toby and Miranda Johnson Nelson Deron Smith Class of 1996 Joe & Hillary Steinke Caruso Jay Nutter II Class of 1997 Kelly Dow Anderson Sarah Keenan Eluk Rob Freese Joanna Downs Smith Class of 1998 Heather Steinke Evans Stacy Stitham Class of 1999 Kelly Chase Dennis Tana Manchester Olin Class of 2000 Lindsey Hill Lessard Class of 2001 Chris Cook Mike Doore Jake Iannetta Dianna Swett Hilary Hewett Wyatt Class of 2003 Ethan & Heather Hall Annis Emily Austin Laura Doore Rachel Almy Fitzpatrick Trey & Jillian Merrill Dan & Tara Stone White Class of 2004 Mike Freese Harita Reddy Class of 2006 Travis Belanger Class of 2008 Amelia McDermott Class of 2009 Molly Cyr Graham Pearsall Class of 2015 Abigail Simmons

ALUMNI WEEKEND 2016 MAKE PLANS NOW TO CELEBRATE ALUMNI WEEKEND 2016 August 5–7

Friday, August 5

East Lawn Tent Party: 7 - 10 pm - Come enjoy the new tradition of the FA Photo Booth (photos to the right)

Saturday, August 6

Lauren Snow Gaudet ’05, Nicole Brown Killam ’05, and their future Ponies

Pony 5K Race: 8 am at YMCA Community Tennis Tournament: 8 am Alumni Basketball: 9 am at FA gym Alumni Soccer: 10 am Alumni Field Hockey: 10 am Family Fun Fest: 11 am - 2 pm Golf Scramble: 8 am, 11 am, 2 pm at Foxcroft Golf Course Alumni Slow-Pitch Softball: 1 pm Founders Society & Legacy Circle Reception: 4:30 - 5:30 pm Alumni Banquet: 5:30 - 7:30 pm Fireworks: 8 pm at Sebec Lake

Sunday, August 7

Alumni Breakfast: 8 - 10 am in Pride Student Center Alumni Ice Hockey Game: TBA at Alfond Arena in Orono

Dave Ingraham ’75, Cathy Hall, Peter Ingraham ’80, and the infamous gold ball from 1975

FA Coming to You! Saturday, December 5

Boston-Area Reunion Embassy Suites in Waltham, MA

Monday, December 21

Young Alumni Gathering at Pat’s Pizza in Dover-Foxcroft

TBA, 2016

’75 State Basketball Champions Reunion Forty Years Later Pictured: Kenny Burtchell, Dave Clement, Pete Snow, Tim King, Kevin Nelson, Jeff Brown, Scott Mountford, Coach Skip Hanson, Dave Ingraham, Coach Gary Larson (behind Dave), Roger Hewett, Coach Kiah, (present but not pictured: Dick Hatt)

Reunions in Phoenix and Austin *Contact the Alumni Office for more information*

Fall/Winter 2015

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