Foxcroft Magazine (Fall/Winter 2023)

DESIGN YOUR FUTURE AT FOXCROFT

Will this be your class in 2024?

Reunion giving is a wonderful way to celebrate your class and the impact that Foxcroft has had on each of you! Your gift makes a difference and may be the one that puts your class in the lead for one of our Reunion Giving Awards!

Classes celebrating a milestone reunion (this year it’s classes ending in 4 & 9), with the highest participation in The Foxcroft Circle or a class initiative that honors their reunion, are eligible to win a Reunion Giving Award in one of two categories: those celebrating their 5th-20th Reunion and those celebrating their 25th-60th Reunion. The awards are presented during Reunion weekend at the Alumnae Association Brunch.*

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your class is celebrating a milestone reunion, gifts made to The Foxcroft Circle between July 1, 2023, and the start of the Alumnae Association Brunch on April 20, 2024, will count toward class participation. Winners of the fnal participation award (open to all classes) will be determined at the close of the fscal year, 11:59pm, June 30, 2024

The Class of 1973 won the 25th-60th Reunion Giving Award in 2023.

Catherine S. McGehee Head of

Tanya Hyatt Assistant Head of School

Marion L. Couzens Executive Director of Institutional

Hayley Munroe

of Institutional

Whittney Preston Dean of Inclusive Excellence

Trey Adams III

Director of Admission and Enrollment

Bethany Stotler Director of Communications and Marketing

Christine McCrehin

Published twice a year by Foxcroft School Please address queries to: communications@foxcroft.org,

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Design by Raison

Cover Photos by Bethany Stotler and Ginny Riley

Additional Photos: Lauren Ackil, Julie Fisher, Kristen Franklin, Corinne Kahler, Jud McCrehin, Alex Northrup, Abby Pheifer, Ginny Riley, Katarina Sochurek ’26, Bethany Stotler, and Kate Worsham.

Foxcroft’s mission is to help every girl explore her unique voice and to develop the skills, confidence, and courage to share it with the world.

From the Head of School

Catherine S. McGehee

Dear Foxcroft Community,

I opened the year with a talk about the movie Barbie and the history of the doll, in which I found many compelling connections to Foxcroft’s mission and this year’s theme, “Design Your Future at Foxcroft.” When I sat down to write this column, the movie was back in the news after the Oscar nominations. (I won’t digress, but one might say that the “snub” is a reason for the continued relevance of girls' schools). If you haven’t, I highly recommend you see the film.

Barbieland is a very pink, feminist utopia where women can do and be anything. “Stereotypical Barbie” believes she’s made the world a better place for all little girls and the women they become. As Barbie faces big problems, she realizes she can’t do it alone. She needs the talent and experience of “Weird Barbie” and several dolls seen as “other.” She also ventures into a scary, big, unknown world where her views are challenged. On her journey, “Stereotypical Barbie” learns empathy and self-awareness and grows through expanding her worldview.

Through Barbie, I was also drawn to the doll’s complicated history, skillfully woven into the movie by its brilliant female director, Greta Gerwig. Barbie was designed in the 1950s by Ruth Handler, a business executive at Mattel. One day, Handler overheard her daughter Barbara playing with paper dolls, trying to dress them for diferent adult roles. From that, a creative idea was born. She realized that toy dolls were almost always babies and that girls were playing only the role of mommy. Handler realized this dynamic limited how little girls saw their futures and potential. So, she pitched the idea of Barbie, and in 1959, Mattel launched an adult-looking doll. Barbie is a complex toy and brand, and as a woman who grew up playing with Barbies, I appreciate the ambivalence women have about her.

Initially, Barbie reinforced stereotypes of women with her unnatural figure and her career as a model. But by the 1970s, Barbie had her own home, ironically a “dream house” at a time when it was difcult for women to secure a mortgage and own their own property. Barbie had professions: she could be a doctor, an astronaut, the president. Mattel also came out with Black and Brown Barbies, and other Barbie brand dolls were sold.

Over the past 70 years, Barbie has undergone many iterations. As such, Barbie (the doll and the movie) fits into our annual theme, “Design Your Future at Foxcroft,” for multiple reasons, many of which you will read about in this magazine issue:

• Learn about Foxcroft’s Project STEAM Build seminar, which follows the design phase of the Mars STEAM Wing and ofers students the opportunity to learn about the first stages of the building process from the architects, engineers, and construction managers working with the School.

• Meet alumna Alex Carr 2012, who designed our new outdoor riding ring and helped develop a sustainable footing product.

• Read about Foxcroft’s video production class and the students and faculty who are making movies, and about other innovative courses, such as 3D Design, where students use the principles of design thinking to solve real-world problems.

As you read, I hope you will feel the optimism I do each day I work with Foxcroft students and meet alumnae who are designers and architects of a strong community and a better world.

Foxcroft Notebook

Foxcroft Goes to DC

On a warm and sunny day in early September, Foxcroft’s students and faculty — approximately 180 people — traveled the 43 miles from campus to Washington, DC, for a day of museum exploration and appreciation of history and culture.

A caravan of three large tour buses departed from campus for the hour-and-a-half drive to the National Mall, where group photos, with views of the Washington Monument and Capitol Building, were taken before lunch.

From there, students and chaperones walked to their respective destinations, which included:

» Holocaust Museum

» National Air and Space Museum

» National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC)

» National Museum of American History

» National Museum of the American Indian

» National Museum of Natural History

» American Art Museum

» Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

» Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

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Engagement with the exhibits led to thoughtful conversations and reflections. With powerful historical moments captured in displays at the Holocaust Museum, NMAAHC, and National Museum of the American Indian, students gained a deeper perspective on what diferent peoples and cultures have endured and overcome. From the awe and excitement of students at the NMAAHC realizing that they were looking at the actual Emancipation Proclamation (not a copy) to students visiting the Hirshhorn appreciating the interactive nature of the modern art on display and finding that storytelling can take many shapes — painting, multimedia installation, film, and more — this truly was a day of unique learning experiences.

Throughout the trip, students and chaperones were encouraged to participate in one of two activities, one focusing on what, to them, represents the “American dream” and the other centered around commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which will reach its 250th anniversary in less than three years. The learning continued back on campus as students created posters, infographics, and written reflections to summarize these activities’ findings.

1. Natasha Heyres ’27 and Nia Muhammad ’27 enjoy an interactive display at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden.

2. Atufah Khan ’27 and Valentina de Plano ’26 pause for a photo before heading into The Ocean Surface display at the National Museum of Natural History.

3. Gwen Ebnoether ’25, Bronte Broadwell ’26, and Daria Zech ’25 were one of several groups of students eager to pose with the Capitol Building in the background.

4. Approximately 180 students and faculty spent the day in Washington, DC.

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Fabulous Faculty Feats

2023 Kenan Grant Recipients

Endowed in 1979 by the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust to support professional development, Foxcroft was the first girls’ school to award “Kenan Grants” to faculty for summer research, scholarship, and creativity to enhance teaching and learning at the School.

Katie Hergenreder, Director of STEAM Education and STEM Department Chair, used her grant to develop a 3D Printing program at Foxcroft. “I wanted to create a class grounded in service learning that could harness students' enthusiasm and apply it in service to the broader community,” shared Hergenreder. Read more about this program on page 17 of this issue.

Julie Fisher, Director of STEAM Education and Fine Arts Department Chair, and Dr. Meghen Tuttle, STEM Faculty, used their grant to examine the archives at Foxcroft’s Audrey Bruce Currier Library and the Oak Spring Garden Library to explore Miss Charlotte’s early place-based lessons as well as the profound relationship she maintained with alumna Rachel “Bunny” Lambert Mellon, Class of 1929. Ultimately, the research will be compiled in an exhibit and presentation alongside a book highlighting student work.

Dr. Sweeney Recognized as Distinguished Modern Classroom Educator

Dr. James Sweeney has been recognized by the Modern Classrooms Project as a Distinguished Modern Classroom Educator for implementing a blended-learning, self-paced, and mastery-based instructional model in his Algebra II courses. This peer-review selection process involved Dr. Sweeney submitting a portfolio that was evaluated for the efectiveness of his curriculum in challenging and supporting students in their development of deeper content mastery.

In 2022, Sweeney received a Kenan Grant to research and create this curriculum, which allows him to meet students where they are on their math journey and progress at a level and pace that makes sense for them.

“Would you mind taking photos or video for us?”

“This project is great! Would you write about it for the newsletter?”

“Absolutely! Anything for a sticker!”

Foxcroft’s Marketing and Communications Department rewards students, faculty, and staf with custom-branded stickers as a thank you for their help. The MarCom Department is grateful for the community’s enthusiasm and partnership in this year's exciting marketing projects!

2022-23

Most Popular Stickers

Collectively, the community accrued over 300 helpful acts

157 individuals last year among ranging from written contributions to Vidigami photo uploads to starring roles in videos.

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Most Popular Stickers

Foxcroft Joins The Cappies

The Cappies is a writing and awards program that trains high school theater and journalism students to be writers, critical thinkers, and leaders. Nine Foxcroft students joined others from across the region for a Cappies training at Stone Bridge High School in September, then put their training to work by attending and reviewing each other's shows.

Lead critic Manabi Kono ’25 shared, “It is my responsibility to pick the four shows that Foxcroft will attend throughout the year. After shows, we talk with other critics to discuss the show and acting, as well as the technical aspects of the show, like costumes, make-up, set design, etc.”

“Throughout the year, newspapers publish the reviews with the students' bylines," explained theater director and Fine Arts teacher Karin Thorndike. “At the end of the theater season, Cappies decide who among their peer performers and technicians to recognize for awards amid the glamor and excitement of a Tony Award-esque gala.”

Speak to Me

OCTOBER 12

Emily Anne Godbold and Meredith McDevitt

Clemson University’s Women’s Leadership Program

Leadership Day Speaker

Special visitors brightened our fall schedule. Read more on the Visiting Speakers page of www.foxcroft.org.

OCTOBER 20

Alex Carr 2012

ArenaMend LLC

Design Your Future at Foxcroft Speaker

NOVEMBER 10

Marilena Reddell (Kaylen ’26)

CEO and founding partner of ARMR Solutions

Veterans Day Speaker

Foxcroft Cappies members include (back row): Anila Schmidt ’25, Ava Bartolomucci ’24, Aradeal Hatcher ’26, (front row): Anna Carey ’25, Manabi Kono ’25, Katarina Sochurek ’26, and Elise Lahaie ’26. Members not pictured: ZoraNelle Broussard ’26.

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Sports Shorts

Foxcroft’s fall varsity sports teams had very successful seasons, with several receiving Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) Division II rankings and tournament berths and all teams boasting multiple All Greater Piedmont Athletic Conference (GPAC) athletes. Highlights include:

TENNIS

After winning their second consecutive Conference Championship and a #7 VISAA Division II ranking, Varsity Tennis saw five players receive All-GPAC accolades. Those players included First-Team athletes CAROLINE CARPENTER ’24 and ELIZABETH VINEY ’24. Second-Team honors went to JULIANA ROSE ’24, FLORA HANNUM ’25, and PENELOPE MARGARITOPOULOS ’25

FIELD HOCKEY

Varsity Field Hockey finished at #5 in the final VISAA DII rankings and produced four All-GPAC First-Team athletes, including the dynamic sister duo of GRACE PUMPHREY ’24 and AVA PUMPHREY ’26, along with PATTY ARWINE ’25 and FLORA WARR ’25

VOLLEYBALL

Varsity Volleyball saw three players recognized as All-GPAC athletes. First-Team honors went to SARAH FORD ’24. All-GPAC Honorable Mention was received by EVA COZBY ’24 and ADDIE AYERS ’25.

CROSS COUNTRY

Cross Country had a record ten athletes qualify for the GPAC and VISAA State Championship meets. Those athletes were: BRONTE BROADWELL ’26, GWEN EBNOETHER ’25, FIONA JOYCE ’27, RAQUEL LOPEZ ’25, ELIZABETH PROGAR ’25, MADISON RECTOR ’27, SANDRA RIMKUTE ’25, EMILI ROSSMAN ’24, AVA RUDY ’25, and CAROLINE WECK ’26. Among the top-finishing athletes at the conference meet were Caroline in 11th place and Ava. Our top finisher at the VISAA meet was Madison.

ALL-STATE HONORS FOR TWO FIELD HOCKEY PLAYERS

Varsity Field Hockey team members FLORA WARR ’25 (top) and PATTY ARWINE ’25 (bottom) were selected to the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) Division II All-State Teams.

Named to the VISAA All-State First Team, “Flora was a diference maker on the field for us,” shared Coach Woodruf. “She is a scorer, assister, and great at taking the ball away from the other team. Flora has worked hard to earn this First Team All-State honor!”

As a VISAA All-State Second Team honoree, “Patty is an outstanding defender,” reflected Woodruf. “She played on ofensive and defensive corners, making herself a true threat. Her Second Team All-State honor is well deserved!”

5. Varsity Tennis players pose with their GPAC Champions plaque!

6. Madison Rector ’27, Foxcroft’s top finisher at the VISAA state meet, is all focus and determination.

7. All-GPAC First Team Volleyball honoree Sarah Ford ’24 goes for the spike supported by Hailey Yang ’25.

8. Varsity Field Hockey All-GPAC First Team player Grace Pumphrey ’24 moves with purpose.

Hoofprints

With 50 riders this year, the fall season calendar was packed full of our usual horse shows, plus a few additions as we prepared a horse and rider to compete in two National Finals. CIERRA CASE ’25 and her quirky mare, Generosa MK (Jenny), earned an 11th-place finish in the Welcome class at the North American League (NAL) Finals. While pleased with her performance and horse, Cierra was even more confident and decisive at the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) Children’s Jumper Finals, where she executed a beautiful round with one unlucky rail coming down. With her first set of National Finals under her belt, Cierra is looking forward to another exciting Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) season and hopefully more qualifications for fall 2024.

Several other Foxcroft riders found success during the fall season, including a Championship in the .65m - .75m for ANNELIESE CABRAL ’26 at the Piedmont Jumper Classic and Reserve Championships for VALESKA FURLONG ’26 in the Low Child division and ESME DEMARTINI ’27 in .85m Piedmont Ch/Ad, and P-SKY MCCONNELL ’27 and MADDIE KAPLAN ’26 tied for Reserve Champion in the .90m jumpers at the November Harvest Classic.

9. After earning Reserve Champion honors at their first show together, Esme DeMartini ’27 and Pablo finished the season with great ribbons at the November Harvest Classic.

10. Cierra Case ’25 poses with her 11th-place ribbon in the NAL Children's Jumper Welcome Finals.

11. Anneliese Cabral ’26 and Pourdire, winning all the prizes at Piedmont!

FOXCROFT IN THE NEWS

Award-Winning Magazine

Award-Winning Social Media

Foxcroft’s “Community” social media video ad won Gold in the Educational Digital Marketing Advertising Awards. Partnering with Creosote Afects, our award-winning video blends community, creativity, and education, setting new industry standards and inspiring elevated educational content in digital marketing.

The Spring/Summer 2022 issue of Foxcroft magazine — “Building For Our Future” — won a Best of District III Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). Partnering with design firm Raison, our award-winning magazine details exciting future plans for our School, students, and community.

The Washington Post Features Foxcroft Halloween Tradition

"Each year around Halloween, students at Middleburg’s Foxcroft School gather to hear the legend of Mrs. Kyle, who lived and died on the grounds," wrote reporter Clarence Williams, who lived on Foxcroft's campus as a child and remembered the tradition with fondness.

NEW TO THE Board of Trustees

Foxcroft welcomes two experienced and enthusiastic volunteers to the Board of Trustees.

John B. “Jeb”

Hannum III P ’25

Hannum is the Executive Director of the Virginia Equine Alliance in Warrenton, VA. A graduate of Hobart College, he received a Masters in Government Administration from the University of Pennsylvania. Recent volunteer work includes serving as a member of the Highland School Board. Hannum has a long history with Foxcroft, including his grandmother Nancy “Penny” Penn-Smith Hannum 1937, his daughter Flora, and several aunts and cousins.

Melanie Lozier

Henke 1989

After a 25-year career, Henke retired as Senior Vice President of Operations at Freeman, where she continues to volunteer as a leadership mentor. She now owns and operates “Henke Hoof & Hound,” a horse farm in Poetry, TX, and recently obtained certification as a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. A graduate of the University of Georgia, Henke earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Piedmont University in Demorest, GA.

Meet Our Students

This year Foxcroft girls hail from 22 STATES (AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, MD, NC, NJ, NY, OK, PA, SC, SD, TX, VA, WA, WV, WY) and Washington, DC, as well as 17 COUNTRIES (Afghanistan, Canada, China, Faroe Islands, France, Germany, India, Jamaica, Japan, Lithuania, Paraguay, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand)!

19% OF OUR STUDENTS ARE ITs

We have 56 NEW GIRLS, representing every grade. (mother or grandmother, etc. attended Foxcroft) or Legacies (aunt, cousin, sister, etc. attended Foxcroft). A testament to the value that our alumnae place on their Foxcroft education. Specifically:

Strengthening the School's commitment to diversity and inclusion, 45% OF OUR STUDENTS identify themselves as students of color, including:

MEET OUR NEW BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHAIR... Natalie Wiltshire 1995

Natalie James Wiltshire 1995 became Chair of Foxcroft’s Board of Trustees on July 1, 2023. A Foxcroft trustee since 2016, Wiltshire also assumed the role of CEO of KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS), a charter network serving 3,050 students, in July 2023. We recently caught up with her to answer a few questions on topics ranging from Foxcroft’s future to her reading list. Here is a brief but close-up look at our newest Chair of the Board of Trustees.

What lessons from your experiences at KPPS have you found applicable to your role as Board Chair at Foxcroft?

As CEO of KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools, I am making decisions that afect over 3,000 students every day. I understand the weight of the work that Cathy [Foxcroft Head of School] is doing, which hopefully results in an empathetic and strategic thought partnership. In this work, I have learned that someone will always disagree with a decision I make, but when I create inclusive processes, by and large, people will respect my decision and help drive initiatives forward.

What do you think distinguishes Foxcroft in high school education?

Foxcroft is a place where girls are nurtured and encouraged to be leaders. Foxcroft

girls learn that leadership comes in many forms and have many opportunities to grow and flex those muscles. Girls can try things and fail in a supportive and incredibly beautiful environment.

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing Foxcroft today?

The cost of educating a Foxcroft student exceeds that of tuition. As costs continue to rise, the School will need to remain good stewards of our funds while continuing to build our endowment. This will allow us to make Foxcroft accessible to a diverse student population while continuing its legacy for generations to come.

When you consider where Foxcroft could be decades from now, what are your hopes?

Decades from now, my hope for Foxcroft is that it will have evolved to stay relevant with the times but still maintain the values and traditions that make it the special place it is. It will be a school where every girl feels academically challenged and has a sense of belonging. It will have a thriving alumnae community, and it will be a sought-after institution for high-quality faculty.

What’s currently on your reading list?

I just finished reading Justice Seekers: Pursuing Equity in the Details of Teaching

and Learning by Lacey Robinson. As an educator, I strive to be a continuous learner — always working to get better at my craft. This book ofered solutions to rooting out practices that are harmful to the marginalized communities I serve in my everyday work.

Fox or Hound?

Go Hounds!

Favorite Foxcroft tradition?

Many may not call this a tradition, but Morning Meeting was always a special time for me and remains so today. This all-school gathering takes place twice a week and is completely student-led. It is an opportunity to learn what is happening on campus, to cheer your classmates on, to set and reiterate norms, and so much more. I look forward to attending Morning Meeting whenever I visit campus.

What is your favorite thing to do with your family?

I love spending unstructured time with my family at home. We love to share stories and laugh. Every now and then, we can all agree on a show that we enjoy watching together. The commentary and after-show analysis are top-notch!

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“The focus was solving a problem in the industry — an average arena that's just sand fiber based uses around 4,000 gallons of water a day to be consistently rideable. That's what led [my dad] to try to find a waterless solution.”

FROM BIODIESEL TO ECO-FRIENDLY ARENA FOOTING AND BEYOND

By Christine McCrehin, Advancement Communications/Engagement Coordinator

"So this is my baby," Alex Carr 2012 beamed during Morning Meeting on a sunny Friday in late October as she showed students a photo of a product she created. “Noviun Fiber is an additive that you add to sand that creates more structure underfoot and allows for impact absorption, but it is completely plant-based.”

A passionate advocate for sustainability and environmental preservation, Alex makes eco-friendly footing solutions for the riding arena industry. ArenaMend, the company she created with her dad, Dan Carr, recently won the bid to rebuild Foxcroft’s outdoor riding ring on Big Track, and she was on campus to share with students how she designed her future at Foxcroft.

But why arena footing, and how did her time at Foxcroft factor into what she does today? A week earlier, Alex visited campus, and we talked about her experiences as a student.

“I loved science and, by senior year, had finished all the requisite classes,” she explained during our conversation, “so I was ofered an independent study, and that's what really shaped my future. I was introduced to the environmental aspects of life, sustainability-focused problems, and ways to innovate.”

Paired with then-STEM Coordinator

Lindsey Bowser, the two decided to take the used cooking oil from Foxcroft’s Dining Hall and convert it into biodiesel. “We had a blast because we were learning together. We got books and started going through the process of turning [the used cooking oil] into biodiesel. There are byproducts that come out of the cooking oil when it's processed, and one of them is a glycerin product that was used as a dust suppressant in solar fields and on dirt roads.”

And that is when the seed was planted that eventually grew into her career.

“My dad, being in the arena business, had always dealt with dust issues, so I told him he should be using glycerin on his arenas, and he ran with it. — I've learned a lot from my dad, and we’ve had a blast building this company together, but one of the biggest things I learned is not to be afraid to fail. — But, we didn't fully understand the diference between refined glycerin and used cooking oil glycerin, so he bought used cooking oil glycerin and used it in an indoor arena. It did help with the dust for a short time, but the arena smelled like french fries and burgers.”

“Take advantage of everything Foxcroft ofers and be creative on how to blend it with your passions — and do not be afraid to ask for something if Foxcroft doesn’t have it!”

Still, even with that first semi-success and a fail-up mentality, her path to creating eco-friendly arena footing was not linear. “I did not know that I was going to start a business at all. I knew I loved the environment, and I knew I loved innovating and creating new products.”

After graduating from Rhodes University, where she studied environmental and international studies, she spent time in Thailand working in elephant conservation and tourism. That work reinforced her passion for sustainability and environmental preservation and prompted her to consider environmental law as a career, “I wanted to focus on water quality and water rights.”

While Alex explored water through environmental law, her dad explored water in another way — waterless arena footing.

“My dad had a lot of jobs in Mexico, where there weren’t enough water resources to water the arenas properly. He met with a group in South Africa making a waterless binding agent, but it didn't work. That's what led us down the path of creating our own.”

“The focus was solving a problem in the industry — an average arena that's just sand fiber based uses around 4,000 gallons of water a day to be consistently rideable. That's what led him to try to find a waterless solution.”

Eventually, Alex realized that this was what she wanted to do — create sustainable and eco-friendly products with her dad. “Once I came on board, it was pretty much full steam ahead with ingredients, materials, and testing diferent products.” Their company has created the trademarked Nouvin Fiber mentioned earlier and fully synthesizes all their binding agents to ensure the quality of materials and process.

As we talked, Alex and I wandered down to the outdoor ring on Big Track, where her Nouvin Fiber had been installed over the summer. “It was fun coming back here to work because my dad had done this when I was a sophomore — he leveled it; he didn't Left: "All the fibers integrated into all depths of the hoofprint," Alex points out.

install anything — so it was kind of full circle because both of us worked on it this time.”

Riders had used the ring that morning for lessons, and as we entered, the first thing she did was check the footing. With a big grin, Alex pointed, “All the fibers integrated into all depths of the hoof print. All these little fibers here are all integrated super well, and that's what's adding to the structure of the sand.”

“Building this business has been one of my favorite things,” Alex shared, noting that the company is already researching ways to use its products in other sports industries like soccer and football. “The World Cup is using a cool process where they combine plastic strings of grass and stitch them into real turf. We're working on creating non-plastic stitching.” As she revealed during her Morning Meeting presentation, “Our goal for ArenaMend is to displace all plastic in all sports fields and pitches.”

When asked if there was anything else during her time at Foxcroft that shaped her future, Alex replied, “There wasn’t a single class or event, but rather a confidence that Foxcroft instilled in me to ask questions, voice my opinions and think critically. I think that confidence is just as important as finding a passion or interest because I am able to advocate for myself using the tools I learned at Foxcroft.”

"Confidence is just as important as finding a passion or interest because I am able to advocate for myself using the tools I learned at Foxcroft.”

Her final advice to current students was this: “Take advantage of everything Foxcroft ofers and be creative on how to blend it with your passions — and do not be afraid to ask for something if Foxcroft doesn’t have it!”

Indeed! Who would’ve guessed that a plan to displace all plastic in all sports fields and pitches would start with a Foxcroft independent study and the creation of biodiesel from Dining Hall used cooking oil?

INNOVATIVE LEARNING, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES:

DESIGNING YOUR FUTURE AT FOXCROFT

Girls have been designing their futures at Foxcroft for more than a century — taking full advantage of the School’s innovative curriculum and forwardthinking faculty, who teach girls in the way they learn best — via collaborative, hands-on classes and programs that have real-world applications. From unique classes and crossdiscipline collaborations to a grant program ofering funds for students to explore and create, each girl’s journey to a future beyond Foxcroft is as unique as she is. Read on to learn more from the students and teachers involved in these unique opportunites.

3D Printing Class

“There is something special about 3D printing, where students can conceptualize their designs and bring them to life using technology,” mused Katie Hergenreder, Director of STEAM Education and STEM Department Chair. “I wanted to create a class grounded in service learning that could harness students' enthusiasm and apply it in service to the broader community.” Hergenreder’s 3D Design and Fabrication class uses open-source designs from e-NABLE, a global online community of volunteers using their 3D printers to make free and low-cost prosthetic upper limb devices for children and adults.

Senior Belle Chang shared, “I’ve gained hands-on experience with engineering

and design and become more comfortable speaking up in front of others. The service aspect of this class has given it even more purpose and meaning. While we are actively learning and having fun, we can extend our help to others so that they may benefit from our creations.”

The class is focused on two major projects. “First, students learned how to 3D print splints and braces to ship to Ukrainian citizens injured in the current crisis,” explained Hergenreder. “While researching the current war and how it impacts individuals, students had the opportunity to talk with a Ukrainian citizen to learn about her family's challenges. Motivated by understanding the impact of their work, they produced 60 braces to ship to Ukraine. Students then learned to 3D print and assemble prosthetic hands for individuals with upper limb diferences. I am so excited to see how this class will grow, as the possibilities are truly endless!”

Project STEAM Build Seminar

The seminar, launched this fall, is a collaboration with building and design firm Hord Coplan Macht and members of their Project Design Team (Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Sustainability and Wellness Experts, and Engineering Consultants) and their Construction Team (Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Cost Estimators).

“The Project STEAM Build Seminar helps students learn about the engineering

“I’ve gained hands-on experience with engineering and design and become more comfortable speaking up in front of others. While we are actively learning and having fun, we can extend our help to others so that they may benefit from our creations."

Left: Belle Chang ’24, Audrey Sakarisson ’26,

and building of our future STEAM wing,” explained Ariana Arana ’26, one of 29 students who applied and were accepted to participate. “I am interested in engineering and wanted to learn from women in the engineering field about their path to becoming an engineer. The coolest thing I’ve learned so far is how eco-friendly a building can be and what elements are used to achieve that. I am excited to start getting hands-on experience and see how [the STEAM Wing] looks once it’s done.”

Rocky Cole ’24 added, “I have always known I wanted to run something and be the head of a big project, and learning about how those work in the construction industry will help me pick which path to take in college. I cannot wait to come back and see the STEAM Building.” The Mars STEAM Wing is on track to open in fall 2025.

and Ishika Gupta ’24 show of their 3D printed projects.

Right: Representatives from Hord Coplan Macht, the firm designing and building Foxcroft's Mars STEAM Wing, are presenting a year long seminar for students.

The seminar will consist of six 90-minute classes this school year featuring classroom instruction and hands-on learning. Topics will include a Women in the Profession panel and sessions titled Landscape Architecture & Your Campus; Sustainability, Wellness and Well-being; Interior Design; Design Technology; and Cost Estimating.

Collaboration Between Disciplines

Throughout their years at Foxcroft, Director of STEAM Education/Fine Arts Department Chair Julie Fisher and STEM teacher Dr. Meghen Tuttle have collaborated on multiple classes and projects, encouraging their students to see that art and science are not mutually exclusive but, in fact, complementary. Their most recent collaboration centered around the Earthworks of Andy Goldsworthy.

“First, students were tasked with exploring patterns in nature — from spirals to waves to tessellations and more — after which they worked in groups to identify patterns in various photographs,” shared Tuttle and Fisher. “Then, we watched a short video showing Goldsworthy in action and turned to several books with photographs documenting his work to facilitate larger group discussions and gain inspiration.”

The classes then worked together to create Earthworks around campus. “I really appreciated this project on creating an artwork that doesn’t harm anything natural,” shared Kaylen Reddell ’26, and Aradeal Hatcher ’26 described the project as “... an interesting way to take a step away and see the art in biology.”

As Fisher and Tuttle shared, “This project forced students to interact with nature in new ways and allowed them to see the beauty and intricacy of the world around them through an artistic and scientific lens.”

Inspired Learning Grants

Launched in 2017 and funded by an anonymous donor, the Inspired Learning Grant program provides up to $1,500 to each recipient to explore entrepreneurship, academic research, or other passions

outside the classroom. Available to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, recipients work with a faculty advisor and an alumna, parent, or professional mentor, ultimately presenting their project to the Foxcroft community.

“My objective was to create a playhouse for my niece,” shared Eva Cozby ’24, who received an Inspired Learning Grant last summer. “One of the best parts about my project was putting a roof onto a playhouse and seeing my hand-drawn blueprints come together. I’ve always been interested in how math can translate into the real world, and this was a perfect opportunity. I can confidently say that math will likely play a big part in my future career.”

Over the years, students have used grant funds to establish small businesses, produce a short film, design and build history boxes, study emergency medical services nationwide, investigate the importance of language in one’s culture, set up Little Libraries in Nigeria, and more.

"Foxcroft has set a distinctive standard in girls' education,” shared our beloved founder, Miss Charlotte Haxall Noland, in 1954. “No other school is quite like it. It has given girls not only intellectual training but aims and ideals — the kind that only an independent school with a simple and sound program can achieve."

That simple and sound program, based on innovation and creativity — “Keep up with times, don’t be narrow…,” Miss Charlotte proclaimed in 1929 — continues to inform all aspects of the School even today.

Eva Cozby ’24 used her Inspired Learning Grant to design and build a playhouse.

Right: Rocky Cole ’24 is participating in the Project STEAM Build Seminar.

SCRIPTING SUCCESS WITH FILM AT FOXCROFT

A Conversation with Digital Media Specialist

Ginny Riley and Alexa Cuozzo 2023

By Bethany B. Stotler, Director of Communications and Marketing

A Video Production program like Foxcroft’s is hard to find among high schools. It all started more than 15 years ago when Ginny Riley first worked at Foxcroft, fell in love with the process of making short films with students, and decided to pursue filmmaking in graduate school. Cut to 2019: After several years working in the film industry in Los Angeles, she returned to the place where it all began, passing down her love of film to Foxcroft students. Now in its fifth year, the program has already graduated three students who have continued their film studies in college.

Alexa Cuozzo 2023, a hardworking and passionate filmmaker, is one of Ms. Riley’s first students to study film beyond Foxcroft. Coming to Foxcroft as a sophomore, she explored the technical side of filmmaking over her three years here, during which she declared a filmmaking academic concentration and received an Inspired Learning Grant to support her endeavors. Her experience, she shared, “gave me a foot in the door” as a college student in a conservatorystyle BFA program at Purchase College in Westchester County, NY.

To understand how this program is helping students design their futures, we sat down with Alexa and Ms. Riley to talk about Bolex cameras, storytelling, cinematography, and what’s next for video production at Foxcroft.

Fun Facts About Ms. Riley

Hometown: Warrenton, VA

Education: BA Virginia Tech, MFA Boston University

Certifications: Remote Pilot

Certification for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aka Drones

Fox or Hound? Fox – Go Foxes!

Favorite Foxcroft tradition? Wintermission

Bethany B. Stotler: How did you get involved with Foxcroft’s Video Production program?

Alexa Cuozzo: I have always been interested in film. It's been a way I've sought out connections with people. I wanted to dive into that passion of mine and learn more about the inner workings of it. While I initially looked into it to make friends with my same love for film, it didn't take me long to be way more invested than I thought I would be.

Ginny Riley: Do you remember when you were here for your tour? You were walking with your dad, and Admissions introduced us in passing then later I emailed you.

AC: Yeah, I do. Honestly, running into you and getting that email impacted my decision to go to Foxcroft.

GR: For me, when I worked here in my first iteration, I started making some videos for the School and had so much fun working with the kids. It never occurred to me that this could be my career until I started [filming] for Foxcroft, and that's what led me to go to grad school for video

Design Your Future At Foxcroft

Favorite Movie: Moulin Rouge!

Fun Facts: Disney music is my favorite genre and focus music.

Funniest moment at Foxcroft: Twin Day during spirit week. My coworker Katie and I dressed alike, and when the bell rang, she went into my classroom pretending to be me! I don’t think the girls were fooled (Katie blamed this on the fact that she didn’t match my energy), but one of them did say she thought I looked younger.

production and then to work in “the biz” in Los Angeles. When I came back parttime in 2019, I was looking for a full-time teaching job in video production. Luckily, things worked out at Foxcroft again. I referenced classes I took in grad school and created the program from scratch.

BBS: What were your expectations for the program?

AC: I didn't realize how technical film was. There are so many more layers than I can wrap my head around. Before I knew anything about it, I thought it was going to be, “Here's how to push record; here's how to turn on a light.” Foxcroft really expanded what I knew.

GR: I wanted to give kids a solid groundwork and have the confidence to make a movie a step above what you shoot on your phone and edit in iMovie — something not necessarily professional yet but on the way. I wanted to refine all those skills and discuss what makes storytelling

efective and everything technical behind it.

AC: Ms. Riley did a good job of making sure we had the resources. I definitely feel there's that jump from iMovie to Premiere; we were lucky for that experience. You're shooting on DSLR cameras at Foxcroft, but I'm still shooting on that in college. I'm still shooting on a Canon 90D.

GR: Oh, really?

AC: Yeah. Well, our student film has to be on a Bolex camera.

GR: That's so fun! I did that, too, first year! Those cameras are so fun. I'm so happy you get to make a Bolex movie.

AC: I like it, but it is a little crazy.

BBS: If you had to share one highlight of your experience teaching or as a student in the program, what would that be?

AC: The ability to make my love for film into an academic concentration helped me a lot. It allowed me to make my thesis film, and that was such a learning process for

Fun Facts About Alexa Cuozzo 2023

Hometown: Leesburg, VA

Education: Currently enrolled at SUNY Purchase College

Fox or Hound? Hound!

Favorite Foxcroft tradition?

Halloween Sing Sing

Favorite Movie:

Women Talking directed by Sarah Polley

Fun Facts: The most embarrassing fashion trend I used to rock was knee-high Converse, and a surprising job I’ve had (and still have) is as a gymnastics coach!

me… It blows my mind when I think about where I started, and what I knew by the end, what I wish I'd done diferently. I loved how one-on-one and personal everything was. Whenever I had a question, there was an answer. Having that kind of relationship with your teacher because of how small the classes are made all the diference for me.

GR: I’ll echo that — my moment is you, Alexa. Having kids come through the program and decide to pursue it in college afterward is such a big teaching win. As a teacher, any connection you can make with a student, small or big, it's all those moments that fill your cup so much.

BBS: How has the program influenced your future?

AC: Getting into college. It's hard to have a film portfolio because it's not an easy medium to learn about in high school. Beyond that, Ms. Riley has taught me a lot about freelancing and making connections that will be important down the line. I was able to access internships

More Foxcroft Filmmakers

In addition to Alexa, Foxcroft has graduated several other filmmakers and aspiring filmmakers.

Cina Alexander Forgason 1973 is a conservationist and producer of Rara Avis: John James Audubon and the Birds of America.

Natalie Jasmine Harris 2016 is a filmmaker whose works include PURE (HBO Max) and GRACE, which premiered in January at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.

Marlow Buckner 2022 studies TV and film at Howard University.

Ellie Wicht 2023 is studying film at Boston University.

and learn about broadcast and commercial [film]. I'll be able to dive into a lot of diferent fields in film because of the way Ms. Riley structured her curriculum.

BBS: What are your hopes for the program’s future and Foxcroft students aspiring to careers in film?

GR: I hope the program continues to grow and that more kids go through multiple levels — to get more students making films while they're here, to have some fun in their class, feel some ownership over that.

AC: Yeah, I agree with Ms. Riley. People

comfort zone and take film because, if they are willing to try, they’ll fall in love with it. It takes hold of you once you're invested, and it's a great way to tell stories.

BBS: Alexa, do you think you'll ever submit to the Middleburg Film Festival?

AC: For sure. I want to start submitting more, definitely to Middleburg.

GR: Then you'll come back as a Niblack* artist and do a Morning Meeting talk!

AC: I was literally thinking about that. I would love to come back to Foxcroft. I was thinking of doing a documentary

BBS: I know about 3,000 women who would love to see that movie.

AC: The last thing I would like to say is I hope students get as involved in [video production] as I did — for me, it made all the diference. In listening to the experiences of Alexa and Ms. Riley, it is clear that Foxcroft’s Video Production program is so much more than making films — it’s relationship building, technical skill broadening, and storytelling that supports emotional growth and development. It is an opportunity to hone 21st-century skills that will serve our

*Helen Cudahy Niblack 1942 Arts Lecture Series established by Austi Brown 1973 in honor of her mother.

A Woman of Quiet Action

Nan Madeira Stuart 1971 Receives the Anne Kane McGuire 1952 Distinguished Service Award

For her unfailing devotion, leadership, generosity of heart, and dedicated service to Foxcroft, Nan Madeira Stuart 1971 was honored by the Board of Trustees and Head of School Cathy McGehee with the Anne Kane McGuire 1952 Distinguished Service Award, Foxcroft’s highest award, during a special presentation in September. This award, established in 1984, is named for Anne Kane McGuire 1952, who served Foxcroft with loyalty and distinction for 13 years as a Trustee, including six years as Chair of the Board during a period of extraordinary difculties for the School.

On any given day, one can find Nan Madeira Stuart 1971 teaching a course, demonstrating the proper handling of a horse, evacuating animals in a disaster, traveling to speak at a conference, discussing the latest NASCAR race, or brainstorming new projects as she travels across the United States in her Code 3 truck with her four-legged children in the back seat. What you won’t find Nan doing is sitting still, waiting for things to happen. She is a woman of quiet action who sees a need and addresses it — someone who is always thinking of ways to, in Miss Charlotte’s words, “brighten each corner” where she is.

While at Foxcroft, Nan was quite entrepreneurial and a bit of a prankster. “I’d like to think that Foxcroft taught me to think big and follow my dreams,” she has written. “So much of what I do in my work stems from my years at Foxcroft. From public speaking to knowledge of horses, from brussel sprout throwing to violation of rules and regulations, and from setting goals to attaining them, all were skills developed at Foxcroft.”

Nan studied sociology and criminology at Sweet Briar College but always knew that her work would one-day center around animals. Thus, it was no surprise when she became a state humane ofcer in California, her home state. Nan has also worked with the Humane Society, Project HEART, and as an instructor for the AHA Horse Abuse Investigators School and the National Animal Cruelty Investigations School.

In 1985, Nan founded Code 3 Associates, a nonprofit dedicated to providing professional training for first responders and emergency assistance to pets and livestock afected by natural disasters. With its mobile command center — BART (Big-Storm Animal Rescue Team) — Code 3 has delivered animal rescue and recovery to communities hit by some of the country’s most devastating disasters.

Nan’s beloved golden retrievers, the “K-crew,” who have done therapy work and served as swift water and ice rescue teachers, also participate in cancer research at the Flint Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University, where she is hopeful that One Cure — a collaboration between scientists and doctors working with people and animals — will bring therapies that can save humans and animals and lead to a cure. CSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences gave Nan an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for her commitment to this research.

A Board of Trustees member for nine years, Nan helped Foxcroft realize many goals, including a new strategic plan and the construction of Stuart Hall, the dormitory that bears her name. She also surprised the students who participated in Project Green Build, a seminar focused on aspects of constructing a LEED building, by promising a scholarship to their college if they studied engineering or architecture. Five Foxcroft

alumnae received her support as a result. She has also created scholarships to provide access to a Foxcroft education.

Nan has been a speaker in our animal science and biology classes, was a member of the Centennial Campaign Steering Committee, a Class of 1971 Representative to the Alumnae Association, and brought speakers, such as NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, to campus to meet with students. These are just the things she has been credited with; there are many other things she has quietly done that continue to impact Foxcroft today.

Nan learned from her father that it is not what you have; it is what you give, and she lives by that philosophy every day, making a diference in the places, people, and animals she treasures.

Below: Nan Stuart 1971 and her furry companions, golden retrievers Kevlar and Kubota, pose with her award.

FROM THE… Alumnae Council

By Tarin Heilman Horan 1993, President

As President of the Alumnae Council, I am thrilled to connect with each of you and share our collective vision for fostering a vibrant and engaged Foxcroft community. Foxcroft has played a significant role in shaping who we are today, and our shared responsibility is to ensure its legacy thrives.

The Alumnae Council focuses on connecting and engaging with all alumnae in the following ways:

REDISCOVER FOXCROFT MEMORIES

Let's take a journey down memory lane together. Share your favorite Foxcroft memories on myFoxcroft, our digital platform. Whether it's a cherished friendship, a memorable class, or a significant event, reliving these moments helps strengthen our bond and reminds us of the special place Foxcroft holds in our hearts.

MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS

Many of us have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience since leaving Foxcroft. Did you know that you can mentor current students or recent graduates? By ofering guidance and support, we can empower the next generation of Foxcroft women to navigate the challenges of today's world. Contact your class representative or Milisa Johnson, Director of Constituent Engagement, for more information.

REGIONAL GATHERINGS

The social committee helps spread the Foxcroft spirit far and wide by organizing regional events. Their signature holiday

event, “Jingle and Mingle,” expanded this year to include four cities: Atlanta, Charleston, New York City, and Washington, DC. These events and others allow you to connect with fellow alumnae in your area, foster local networks, and strengthen the global Foxcroft community. We are looking for hosts in all cities for future events. If you would like to find out more, contact advancement@foxcroft.org today.

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS AND WEBINARS

SOCIAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT

Bring the expertise of our diverse alumnae directly to your fingertips. We are exploring the possibility of hosting virtual workshops and webinars on topics ranging from career development to personal growth. Stay tuned for exciting announcements and opportunities to learn and share your insights.

PHILANTHROPY AND GIVING BACK

Our shared commitment to Foxcroft extends beyond our time on campus. Participate in fundraising initiatives to support scholarships, campus improvements, and educational programs. Your contributions of all sizes are crucial in ensuring Foxcroft continues to thrive for generations to come.

ALUMNAE SPOTLIGHTS

We want to celebrate the achievements of our fellow alumnae by featuring their stories in our newsletters and on social media platforms. By showcasing the diverse paths Foxcroft graduates have taken, we inspire one another and strengthen the sense of pride we feel for Foxcroft.

Connect with us on social media to stay updated on alumnae news, events, and initiatives. Share your Foxcroft experiences and accomplishments, and encourage your fellow alumnae to do the same. Social media provides a powerful platform for fostering connections and building a dynamic online community. Join our LinkedIn group at Foxcroft School Alumnae and follow us on Facebook (Foxcroft School Alumnae) and Instagram @fxcalumnae.

Our strength lies in our unity. By actively engaging with the Foxcroft community, we can contribute to the enduring legacy of Foxcroft. Together, we can empower, inspire, and strengthen the bonds that make Foxcroft a truly exceptional place.

Please continue to share ideas and suggestions with us by reaching out to advancement@foxcroft.org, 540.687.4510

Out & About

Gatherings around the country — whether ofcial Foxcroft events attended by Head of School Cathy McGehee, or informal outings organized locally — celebrate the shared experience of Foxcroft.

New York, NY

The 3 West Club in NYC provided the perfect venue for alumnae to connect in December 2023. Many thanks to our host Kate Hastings 1978.

1. Benita Trinkle 1956, Wendy Sherman 1965, Caroline Coleman 1972, Randi Elrick 1972, Pauline Metcalf 1956, Head of School Cathy McGehee, and Sascha Douglass 1977. Not pictured: Kate Hastings 1978 and Marcia Schaefer 1960

Jingle and Mingle

Alumnae celebrated the holidays together in early December 2023 in four diferent cities: Washington, DC; New York City; Atlanta; and Charleston.

Richmond, VA

Foxcroft alumnae and parents gathered for brunch with Head of School Cathy McGehee at the picturesque Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in Richmond, VA in November 2023.

Alumnae Social Committee Events

Ghost Tour

On Friday, October 13, Alumnae met up for a ghost tour in Arlington, VA.

3. Prescott Bond 1994, Marit Hughes 1994, and Catherine Kushan 2010.

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2. Kneeling: Samantha Crosby Collins 2002. First row: Allie Dietz 2012, Emily Dietz 2017, Jenny Allen 1984, Carrie Bassett 1984, Meg Lamond Zehmer 1984, Head of School Cathy McGehee, Reeves McReynolds McCune 1987, Megan Bathon O’Neill 1986. Second row: Linda Uihlein 1972, Sheila Holmes P ’09, Sharon Deal, Penelope Safer P ’87, Ann-Meade Trahan 1994, Nicolette Merle-Smith 2005, Terry Meyer P ’08, ’11, Amanda K. McGuire 1984.

Third row: Manus Holmes P ’09, Whitney Hansen 2002, Ellie Meyer 2011.

4. Washington, DC: Back row: Andeulazia Hughes-Murdock 2014, Lydia Bubniak 2014, and Laura Rhodes Fortsch 1987.

Front row: Cynthia Barry Shea 1964, Jane Brookins 1964, Virginia Barnett 1996, Amber Compton Samol 2000, Erikka Knuti Gogos 2000, Stephanie Young 2000, Raquel Morris 2013, Catherine Kushan 2010, Madeline Travell 2014, and Lily Fortsch 2019.

5. New York: Back row: Caroline Coleman 1972, Madeline McNamara 2015, Amanda Hartmann Healy 1998, Sascha Douglass 1977, Hope Jones 1982, Molly Murphy 2015, and Jeannie Ryan 1985. Front row: Kendall Blythe 1983, Kate Hastings 1978, Erica Wyckof 2015, Head of School Cathy McGehee, Devon McCarthy 2012, and Randi Elrick 1972.

6. Georgia: Winky Merrill Fowler 1971, Sarah E. Elhilow 2019, Miranda E. Gali 2014, Kiah Edwards Williams 1995, Didi (Angela) Claybrooks 1983, Sarah Reckford Gray 1986, Saki Perinchief Solis 1998.

7. South Carolina: Sallie Dumont 2008, Jennifer Davis 1974, Lily Rauch 2011, Gini Allen Palowski 1998, Amy Milbrandt Manucy 1982, Leslie Patterson Kirk 2000, Hanna Rinehart 2014, Timnah Geller 2007.

When Construction is Not Just Building: Project STEAM Build is Underway!

By Marion L. Couzens, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement

This summer, the campus will once again be abuzz with activity as construction begins on the Mars STEAM Wing in June. With projected completion in fall 2025, this piece of the Schoolhouse project, which is supported by the Building for Our Future Campaign, will materialize quickly. As with previous construction on campus, the addition of the Mars STEAM Wing provides a wonderful learning opportunity for our students.

Similar to its predecessors — Project Green Build (Stuart Hall) and Project ReBuild (Court Welcome Center) — Project STEAM Build consists of six 90-minute seminars throughout the building process and features classroom instruction and handson learning. This exciting opportunity is ofered through a collaboration between the project's architectural firm, Hord Coplan Macht, and the construction team of Coakley Williams. They will bring architects, interior designers, landscape architects, sustainability and wellness experts, engineering consultants, project managers, project engineers, and cost estimators together to teach the various classes related to their fields.

Created to expose students to the design and construction process and industry, the Mars STEAM Wing will serve as a live learning lab demonstrating realworld applications of STEAM lessons to the 29 students who applied and were accepted into the seminar.

Topics to be covered include:

• Women in the Profession panel

• Landscape Architecture & Your Campus

• Sustainability, Wellness & Well-being

• Interior Design

• Design Technology

• Cost Estimating

The construction of the Mars STEAM Wing is Phase 2 of the Building for Our Future Campaign, a four-phase, 10-year, $65 million efort to renovate Schoolhouse and the Music Building and build the Ruth T. Bedford 1932 Performing Arts Center in addition to the Mars STEAM Wing. The campaign has raised $29.2 million to date, which has enabled work to be completed on the Music Building

and construction to begin on the Mars STEAM Wing.

With the Mars STEAM Wing fully funded, attention has turned to fundraising for Phase 3, the Bedford Performing Arts Center, which will require $15 million to build. If you are interested in making a gift to the Building for Our Future Campaign or learning more about the campaign and the Schoolhouse Project, please do not hesitate to reach out to campaign@foxcroft.org.

All are Welcome!

Join us for the Mars STEAM Wing groundbreaking on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 5:30pm during Reunion Weekend. If you are not a member of a milestone reunion class, we would appreciate it if you could RSVP for the groundbreaking at campaign@foxcroft.org

A Student’s Selfless Act of Giving

By Hayley Munroe, Director of Institutional Advancement

Philanthropy: ( phi·lan·thro·py)

The act of charitable giving by individuals and organizations to worthy causes and includes donating money, time, and other forms of altruism.

In a world often characterized by the hustle and bustle of academic pursuits and personal goals, some individuals stand out for their selflessness and generosity.

One such inspiring story comes from our Foxcroft community, where a dedicated student has demonstrated the essence of philanthropy by generously contributing her own funds to support the outdoor riding arena on Big Track. This project has expanded the usable teaching and riding space on campus, allowed riders of all levels to experience riding while enjoying the scenic views across Big Track, and will provide a resource for Foxcroft riders and the local horse community for many years to come.

Meet Cierra Case, a junior at Foxcroft and native of Boulder, CO; a true

philanthropist, a compassionate friend, a talented rider, and a scholar.

What do you love about Foxcroft?

I love that at Foxcroft, you have the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people that you have shared interests with. This has made it very easy to make close friends.

Are you a Fox or a Hound?

I am a Hound. GO HOUNDS!

What is your favorite memory at Foxcroft so far?

My favorite memory so far is having the opportunity to participate in the Exceptional Proficiency (EP) program representing Foxcroft at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL.

Tell me about the Outdoor Riding Arena project.

I donated to help rebuild the outdoor riding arena on Big Track.

Why was this Foxcroft project of interest to you, and why did you support it with your contribution?

The Foxcroft riding program has done so much for me, so I figured this would be a great way to give back to the community for many riders in the future.

Where did you learn about philanthropy?

I learned about philanthropy from watching my grandparents. They are very active in their community, and it showed me that I, too, can make a diference.

What are you most looking forward to at Foxcroft?

I am looking forward to two more seasons of competing with Foxcroft in Wellington.

Is there a member of the Foxcroft community who inspires you?

My trainer, Kate Worsham, has helped me grow as a rider by teaching me how to connect with my horse and work hard to achieve my goals.

As we celebrate Cierra’s commitment to philanthropy, let her story inspire students and others to recognize their ability to efect change, one compassionate act at a time.

Farewell & Thank You

The Foxcroft Community remembers former Board of Trustees members.

MAG GIE STEHLI KELLY

Marguerite "Maggie" Stehli Kelly, 92, passed away on September 5, 2023. A member of the Class of 1949, she served on Foxcroft’s Board of Trustees from 1979-1987. Maggie was the mother of Lisa Kelly 1987 and the grandmother of Sage Wolf 2023.

Maggie made the most of her three years at Foxcroft, serving in such leadership positions as Fox Captain, Whip, Captain of Drill, and member of the Honor Board. She played field hockey and basketball, was a talented rider, and enjoyed Foxcroft’s academic oferings. She wrote of her time at school, “Foxcroft was very important to me. Teen years are not easy, and being in a community of girls surrounded by role models provided a sense of security.”

Milestones

Sympathy To

FRANCES CHESTON TRAIN 1944 on the loss of her husband

BLAIR YOUNG THOMPSON 1973 on the loss of her husband

MOLLY MOSHER 1977 on the loss of her mother

SIGNA MERRILL HERMANN 1979 on the loss of her father

HELEN SWARTWOOD 1981 on the loss of her father

TONYA BUTLER-TRUESDALE 1982 on the loss of her mother

Upon graduation from Foxcroft, Maggie matriculated to Bryn Mawr College as a member of the C lass of 1953. Marriage and children followed, as well as a career running “Maggie’s,” a women's retail shop, for 23 years. “Maggie’s” evolved into “Maggie’s Extra,” a jewelry and accessory shop. In addition to entrepreneurship, Maggie had a strong sense of civic duty and service, was an avid tennis player and scuba diver, and traveled the world with family and friends.

Foxcroft was never far from Maggie’s heart, however. She was not only a trustee but a member of the Alumnae Association, a volunteer on two major capital campaigns, served on the committee for the celebration of Miss Charlotte’s 100th birthday, was Chair of Annual Giving, and a leader in creating the 1949 Scholarship — a class supported endowment fund which enables Foxcroft to continue to attract mission appropriate students. Her last act of generosity to Foxcroft covered two of her major interests — riding and scuba diving. She, her daughter Lisa, and granddaughter Sage contributed to the outdoor ring and are creating a mounting block with the words “Foxcroft Girls Step Up.” She also brought oceanographer and explorer Dr. Sylvia Earle to campus for a wonderful day and evening of discussion and learning about our oceans as our 2023 Goodyear speaker. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Maggie was predeceased by her husband, Charles J. (Chuck) Kelly, and is survived by three daughters, ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

HELEN MACMAHON 1985, ADELA GRISWOLD 2006, ALEXANDRA MACMAHON 2014, ANN MICKUM 2016 on the loss of their brother/father/ uncle and parents/grandparents

LISA KELLY 1987 AND SAGE WOLF 2023 on the loss of their mother/grandmother

JESSICA O’CONNELL BAILEY 1989 on the loss of her mother

Marriages & Commitments

HANNAH ALL 2015 to William Finn

EVA MOSS 2011 to Leslie Haywood Caison III

Births & Adoptions

LINDSAY ALLARDYCE 2010 a son, Rowan Lukas Allardyce

In Memoriam

MARGUERITE "MAGGIE" STEHLI KELLY 1949

MAIDEE WALKER HEAD 1966

SUSAN “SUSIE” KING STICKNEY 1967

ELIZABETH DEMATTEO FALCONE 1974

Our heartfelt sympathies to all our alumnae who have recently lost loved ones.

Forever Foxcroft

Established in 1999 by the Board of Trustees, Forever Foxcroft is the giving society that recognizes individuals who have included Foxcroft in their estate plans. Whether a bequest, trust, annuity, pooled income, or property interests, planned gifts provide for the future needs of the School.

Through these legacy gifts, members of Forever Foxcroft balance their financial goals and charitable interests while ensuring that Foxcroft continues to attract and retain inspiring teachers, that financial aid will be available to prospective students, and that the buildings and grounds will be cared for and upgraded as needed into the future.

We are exceedingly grateful to the alumnae, parents, and friends of Foxcroft listed here who have taken the lead to ensure that Foxcroft continues to thrive.

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Mimi Mills Abel-Smith 1954

Stacey Morse Ahner 1973

Peggy Wickes Alexander 1964

Elizabeth Stewart Baldwin 1923*

Elizabeth Kemp Beach 1920*

Ruth Bedford 1932*

Harriet Aldrich Bering 1940*

Pamela Biddle 1981

Dorothy Pickering Bossidy 1971

Elizabeth Boyd 1992

Bruce Bredin*

Dorothy Reynolds Brotherton 1970

Mr. & Mrs. Leland Brown*

Amanda Cadwalader Burton 1944*

Tonya M. Butler-Truesdale 1982

Caroline Rinehart Cardais 2001

Moira M. Carroll 1983

Cecile Parker Carver 1942*

Ann Gambrill Casey 1939*

Susan Knott Childs 1958

Candida Streeter Clark 1973

Mariana Gowen Coleman 1915*

Barbara Tragakis Conner

Eleanor Chalfant Cooper 1920*

Dolph* & Beatty Cramer 1966

Ailsa Moseley Crawford 1953*

Joy Crompton 1978

Victoria Bartlett Donaldson 1970

Sara Bartholomay Downey 1978

Molly West Ellsworth 1950

Lisa McGrath Evans 1967

Katherine Crowninshield Ferguson 1953*

Elizabeth Cheston Forster 1952*

Lucy Sprague Foster 1946*

Nancy Jones Emrich

Anna Lauder Garner 1939*

Edmee E. Geis 1982

Betsy N. Getz*

Sandra Norris Ghosh 1975

Brooke Meyer Gray 1959

Chip & Jill Gruver

Joy Sheafer Hall 1957*

Dorrance Hill Hamilton 1946*

Waddell Hancock 1971

Elizabeth Millard Hanes 1946*

Pamela Hartley 1979

Katherine Cooper Hastings 1978

Sarah Stokes Hatch 1963

Rosalind Everdell Havemeyer 1935*

Trevania Dudley Henderson 1976

Melanie Lozier Henke 1989

Theodora Winthrop Hooton 1947*

Richard & Kimberly Hurst

May Field Jackson 1929*

Patricia Toy Bryant Johnson 1978

Hope Haskell Jones 1952

Hope Jones 1982

Amanda Bryan Kane 1922*

Mr. & Mrs. Martin Kaplan

Nancy S. Krewson 1973

Anne Michele Kuhns 1987

Suzanne Kuser 1949*

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas D. Lane

Amelia Baker Lauderdale 2004

James F. Lawrence*

Louisa Whitridge Leavitt 1960

Mary Louise Leipheimer

Mary Ann Lippitt 1936*

Elizabeth Livingston*

Elizabeth Mackubin Lyman 1922*

Jane Lawrence Mali 1955*

Nancy R. Manierre 1941*

Nancy Iselin Marburg 1937*

Forrest E. Mars, Jr.*

Virginia Cretella Mars

Dorothy Alexander Matz 1981

Mr. & Mrs. C. Thomas May, Jr.

Mary Cheston McAdoo 1946

Susan McConnell 1968*

Amanda McGuire 1984

Anne Kane McGuire 1952*

Susan Schoellkopf Mele 1980

Linda Bartlett Miller 1969*

Melissa Slingluf Morley 1981

Valery Michel Nelson 1977

Wendy Nelson 1983

Florence B. Newman*

Joan Lyman Niles 1951*

Abby M. O'Neill 1946*

Jennifer Sgro Orfield 1991

Linda Moore Post 1946*

Heidi Schmid Powers 1959*

Evelyn Sloane Pyne 1940*

Jean Rainey*, mother of Ruth Rainey 1982

Pickett D. Randolph 1956

Charles & Nancy Thomas Rees 1945*

Hope Montgomery Scott 1921*

Alexandra Flickinger Secor 1980

Margot S. Semler*

Katherine Snyder Shands 1922*

Patricia Sifton-Munro 1976

Helen Putnam Sokopp 1949*

Jordan Moore Sraeel 2001

Nell Stager Stager 1981

Seymour St. John*

Anne Kinsolving Talbott 1960*

Alix Tower Thorne 1967

Eleanor Schley Todd 1929*

Frances Cheston Train 1944

Carol Exnicios Tucker 1949

Linda Reading Uihlein 1972

Grace Sloane Vance 1936*

Julia Armour Walker 1959*

Polly Ordway Wallace 1934*

Wilma Warburg*

Constance V.R. White 1942*

Kendra A. Wilcox 1982

Mary Hotchkiss Williams 1930*

Eva Louise Willim

Alice Perkins Winn 1919*

Lundsford* & Curgie Winchester Yandell 1924*

* Deceased

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