Harvey Magazine Commencement 2022

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CLASS OF 2022 Be True to Yourself

COMMENCEMENT 2022
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Commencement

Inspired by a remarkable young alum’s words of encouragement, the Class of 2022 looks to their next chapter with confidence and great expectations.

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Senior Breakfast

Members of the Class of 2022, decked out in their college shirts for a photo op, enjoy a morning meal hosted by the Alumni, Development, and College Guidance offices.

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Awards and Honors

A host of well-deserving recipients earn senior awards.

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Commencement Dinner

Seniors gathering with their parents and school faculty remind us how closely knit we are as a school community.

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8th Grade Moving Up

Optimism and hope abound as 38 eighth graders of the Class of 2026 earn their diplomas and become rising ninth graders.

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Spring Sports Wrap

Harvey athletes gave their all in a season that also saw three varsity teams retain their crowns as league champions.

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Cover photo: Excited graduates line up for Commencement. // Photo by Julie Ades Richter

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HEAD OF SCHOOL

William J. Knauer

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Karen Grazia

CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Chris Del Campo

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Susie Danziger

CONTRIBUTORS

Meg Booth, Brendan Byrne, Annelise Cepero ’13, Debra Forte, Zachary Grann ’22, Giselle Groff ’22, William Knauer, Ray Lacen, Philip Lazzaro, Joanne Lombardi, Steve Masiello ’96, Denise Smith, Gina Valente ’22, Madelon Visintainer, Zachary Wright

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The Harvey School provides a collegepreparatory program that fosters lifelong learning and inspires students to develop the confidence and leadership qualities necessary to succeed in a diverse, competitive, and changing world. With our commitment to small class size, our community cultivates the strengths of each student through academic excellence, artistic exploration, athletic achievement, community service, and global understanding. CORE VALUES

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS

The Harvey School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

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Class of 2022 Commencement

‘Believe in Yourself’

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WAS A WONDERFUL

WEATHER DAY June 9 as the morning sun peeked through the clouds just in time to shine on the procession of the Class of 2022 who made their way into the Fenstermacher Athletic Center for Harvey’s Commencement ceremony.

Garbed in cap and gown, the graduates sat in great anticipation of the moment when Head of School Bill Knauer would have them shift their tassels from right to left, signifying their lives after Harvey had officially commenced. But there was pomp and circumstance to sit through first.

Senior Julia Nelson gave a beautiful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” after which Mr. Knauer gave his welcoming remarks reminding the graduates that the goal is not to be perfect but to remember to “reflect constantly on the significance of even the most apparently simple choices.” He reminded them to look around at each other, their teachers, and their families,

and “savor this moment and be proud of yourselves for all you have accomplished, as we are all proud of you.” Mr. Knauer then introduced the Harvey Chorus, who performed “Seasons of Love/Finale B” from the rock musical “Rent.”

When Head of Upper School Phil Lazzaro introduced the guest speaker, up to the podium went someone who looked very much like she belonged among the graduates — the budding star of the big and small screen, Annelise Cepero, Harvey Class of 2013, who just nine years earlier was commencing upon her own life after Harvey.

Sharing her story of hard work and dogged determination to find her way, first through Montclair State University’s musical theater program, and later in the world of entertainment, Annelise told the graduates she committed herself to being open to doing everything she could to grow in knowledge and experience. “Every day I’m learning and evolving,” she said. “Don’t close yourself off to

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learning, “ she advised. “Who you are now is different from who you’ll be in five years, 10, 20, 50 years from now.” Acknowledging that self-doubt too often came her way along her journey, she said she fought hard to overcome it. “Don’t be afraid to be wrong, and surround yourself with people who lift you up, who will inspire and support you during those moments of unclarity,” she told the graduates. “The path may not always be straight, but if it’s something that you love, stay the course. Believe in yourself, you got this!”

In the valedictory speech that followed, Giselle Groff told her fellow graduates, “Our paths will diverge at this point, but we all are on this road of becoming. We will sometimes flow where we may not have planned as life is unpredictable.” She said, “I encourage you to embrace challenges and be patient. Remember, too, that it’s OK to start over and take an entirely new path. It is this flexibility that will keep us learning and growing.”

When all the speeches were concluded, prizes awarded, and diplomas handed out, it was time for the tassels to go from right to left. Moments after Mr. Knauer acknowledged them officially as graduates, high into the air went the caps, then cascading down upon a sea of hugging and high-fiving classmates whose family, friends, and faculty stood applauding, everyone smiling, and a few wiping a tear or two away.

1. Julia Nelson ’22 sings “The Star-Spangled Banner.” // 2. Graduates Halima Konteh, Ava Bates, and Sofía Marcos Muñoz // 3. A celebratory photo for these joyous graduates // 4. The Harvey Chorus performs at Commencement. // 5. Oscar Lo gleefully rises from his seat to receive his diploma. // 6. Soonto-be graduates Jeremy Sanchez and Elyse Rosman // 7. Graduates Gabby Feldmeth, Ellie Kalman, and Sam Verdeschi // 8. Bill Knauer poses with valedictorian Giselle Groff.

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2022 Address

Annelise Cepero ’13

Above. Annelise Cepero ’13 delivers the 2022 Commencement address. //

1. Halima Konteh, Elah Block, and Phoebe Rosenthal //

2. Armaan Bhaskar with his family // 3. Zachary Amerling and family are all smiles. //

4. Jayden Goldberg and Gabby Feldmeth // 5. Graduate Asher Berni with his family, including younger brother Micah ’26. //

6. Elizabeth Cioffi with her parents // 7. Jeremy Sanchez with his parents // 8. Kevon Patterson surrounded by his family // 9. Evan Goldblum with teacher Rick Price // 10. William Wang with his family

WOW! THIS IS SO SURREAL TO BE HERE. And to be standing here and speaking to all of these graduates feels very special. You all must be so excited and proud of yourselves. You should be! To have made it here, especially after these past two years we’ve all experienced, is a major accomplishment.

It feels like I was in my white dress at my own graduation just yesterday. I remember the feeling well. A lot of feelings. Equally nervous, equally excited, and equally curious as to what the next year was going to look like for me. Coming to the same school for four years, or maybe more, maybe some of you went to middle school here as well … but coming to the same classrooms, greeted by the same teachers, being surrounded by familiar faces, knowing where you and your closest friends are going to sit for lunch or for

morning meeting. It feels good. It feels comfortable, there’s a sense of home and family here. Harvey is really great at doing that … Harvey’s created an intimate community where all are welcome. I felt very seen here; and that is so significant for a young person; it sets you up for the following years to come, after you leave here.

Maybe some of you are wondering, “Yeah, what is gonna happen after I leave this place?” And maybe some of you are fully confident and ready for whatever the next chapter is. But for those of you who aren’t feeling as confident … and for those of you who are … If I could give you one piece of advice at all … it is OK. It is OK not to be sure, it is OK to be nervous, it is OK to feel a little lost. It’s a big world, and life’s not a straight line, for anyone. Honestly, if it were, that’d be kind of boring! Using myself as an example …

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Actor, singer, dancer, model

I was able to discover my passion and what I wanted to do as a career some would say pretty early in life. From a young age I’ve always loved to sing and act and dance; my mom put me in performing arts classes starting in elementary school. But it wasn’t until I came to Harvey that my decision on a career path was solidified. It wasn’t until I was given the opportunities to perform challenging roles on stage, and given constructive critique and guidance from Mr. Alexander, Ms. Gambino, and Mrs. Cushman that I thought, “Oh, I think I could do this. I think we are onto something here.” And I went for it full force. I went to a pre-college program in Philly, and I took performing arts classes in New York City while still in school here at Harvey. I prepared myself and trained as much as I could. With the help and support of my college counselor here, Ms. Cahill, and one of my favorite teachers ever, Ms. Mahony, I was able to curate a list of colleges with wonderful musical theater programs to apply to and to audition for. Now, what I was deciding to do was not seen as “the usual” choice. Show biz! But, nevertheless, I was going to give it a shot. I went with my gut, and I got into a number of schools, and made my decision to go to Montclair State University for musical theater. I felt set, I was ready!

After my Harvey graduation, I was gearing up to step into the great unknown. I got to Montclair, and, to be honest, it was scary. I didn’t know anybody. It was a big university, very different from our intimate environment at Harvey. I didn’t have the same familiarity going to school every day. But you find your people. I found my people. I found my friends. And I was there to do what I loved. I studied and I trained day and night, night and day. It was overwhelming … some days weren’t easy. There were moments

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when I doubted my abilities because I didn’t get a role in the school show, or I compared myself to fellow classmates and I felt I wasn’t as good as they were. Other people were receiving certain praises from professors that I wasn’t receiving. I think I was fishing for validation or for compliments, as if that was the only thing that proved my talent and worth. But I got to a point, I remember when I was a junior that I said to myself — this experience is going to be what you make it. I was so tired of feeling nervous to go to class or feeling insecure about my work. I got accepted to the school for a reason. I was meant to be there. And about a month later I was in a vocal lesson and my professor said to me something like “You seem different, you seem easier, less on edge,” and I told her my big revelation. I think I told her something like “You know I just stopped caring about what other people thought of me and my talent.” I probably could have used better wording, but that attitude was reflecting positively on my work and on myself as a person. And I rolled with it, that attitude of “just do it, just go for it and don’t wait for someone to tell me that I’m doing a good job.” I’ve taken that with me up until right now. And, of course, I have my days when I have my doubts and those same feelings of insecurity … but I don’t allow it to take charge of my path or to overwhelm me. On those days I have to remind myself of what I discovered junior year in college.

OK! I made it to graduation and I got my degree. Woohoo! Now what? Now this was really the great unknown. And you know what? It still is. It’s been five years since my college

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graduation, almost a decade since my Harvey graduation, and I’ve accomplished a lot, and I know 17-year-old me would be proud of myself. But there’s not one part of me that feels like I’ve reached maximum potential. I don’t feel like I’ve gotten my craft down to a science. I haven’t accomplished anywhere close to everything I want to. I still want more. Every day I’m learning something new, about myself, about the world, about my profession. Every day I’m evolving. I have new goals every week, every month. And I never want that to stop. I always want to continue to learn something new. Never stop learning. Because we are ever-changing. Who you are now is different from who you’ll be in five, 10, 20, 50 years from now. That’s the beautiful thing about life and about growing up. There’s always going to be some way you can improve, and there’s always going to be some way you can continue to challenge and expand your mind.

The learning doesn’t just happen in a class at school. It happens even when you don’t realize it’s happening. In your day-to-day life, walking down the street when you’re listening to a new album that dropped, riding on the subway or walking in a park observing other people. You learn from your surroundings, from your community, the environment around you, what you see going on in the news and the media, and especially, you learn from the people you choose to keep close in your life. Some of you may be heading off to college next

year, a two-year program or a four-year program, some may be heading straight to work, some of you may be taking a year to travel, or some might not be sure of what your next step is. Whatever your path may be, don’t close yourself off from learning. Reading or writing something freely, visiting a new place you’ve never been to before, experiencing new cultures and customs, taking a course on anything that you want — art, music. The list goes on — the resources to expand our minds are right at our fingertips. Wherever and whenever you want. OK, I’ve rambled on long enough … but I need to share this. When Mr. Lazzaro first asked me to come and speak today, I almost said no. I hesitated because I wasn’t sure what I would say to you all. I didn’t think I had any mind-blowing advice. But I said yes anyway because I realized that all I could do is share my personal experience and be honest with you all, and to do something that scared me, because this really scares me. It’s hard to know what tomorrow looks like, but as you take the steps into this new chapter … Have an open mind. You might think you know everything now but be willing to relearn things, don’t be afraid to be wrong, or ask questions, or to not get it right the first time around. Surround yourself with people who lift you up, and who will inspire and support you during those moments of unclarity. Practice gratitude daily. It allows even more goodness to enter our lives. Set goals for yourself, but don’t get thrown off if things change. The path may not always be straight, but if it’s something that you love, stay the course. Believe in yourself, you got this!

Thank you so much for having me. It’s truly been an honor. Congratulations, Class of 2022!

11. The Hellinger family with graduate Jacob ’22, and sister Iliana ’24 and brother Spencer ’21 // 12. Elizabeth Flaherty-Lovy with family // 13. Oscar Lo with his family // 14. Talia Campbell // 15. Jayden Kass ’22 with his brother Jonah ’25, mom, and dad, trustee Jonathan Kass // 16. Luís Felipe Breidenbach Klein with his family and friends // 17. Amanda Mohamad with family // 18. Wendy Lichtenberg ’22 and Evan Goldblum ’22 celebrate together with their parents. //

19. Jadon Silva ’22 and Lilly Sanders ’22 // 20. Student Council President Halima Konteh ’22 passes the Leadership Cup to the 2022-23 co-presidents, rising seniors Aaron Providence and Khalil Aguilar. // 21. Milo Flamenbaum with his family // 22. Michael Arbetter with his family and his minion

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The Road to BecomingValedictorian Speech

GOOD MORNING, THANK YOU ALL

for being here today. First, I would like to thank all the Harvey teachers, administrators, and faculty for their help and guidance these past years, and our families for their support throughout our lives. You have all helped lead us to this point.

Above. Valedictorian Giselle Groff gives her speech. //

1. Sam Alexander ’22 with parents, Harvey faculty Vinny and Christina Alexander, and brother Nate ’13 with his wife Eleni //

2. Kenny Aguilar with his father

Upon learning that I was valedictorian about two weeks ago when Mr. Lazzaro and Ms. Mahony pulled me aside at the barbecue on our last day, it hit me that this is the end and that graduation is not a far-off date anymore. The thought of giving a speech was intimidating as I was unsure of what I wanted to talk about. Yet as I stand here today and look at my classmates, I see a diverse class filled with athletes, talented artists, creative writers, and much more whom

I am proud to be a part of. It is not my nerves that are overwhelming me right now but rather a sense of gratitude for all that Harvey has given.

Personally, I would like to thank Ms. Saraniti for teaching me Latin since freshman year, shoutout to my Latin 4 class. It is really special to be taught by the same teacher all of high school and to have the opportunity to form such a close relationship. Thank you also to Mr. Osborne for graciously teaching me AP Chemistry oneon-one my junior year, never missing a class. And thank you to Mr. Kelly and Mr. Wahlers for all of your help and dedication to robotics.

Today is to celebrate the Class of 2022 and all that we have accomplished during our time here. Today is both an end and a beginning. While our class was certainly shortchanged on the full high school experience, we still took advantage of the opportunities offered from Coloring Club to Dance, explored interests like Japanese and theater, and formed relationships. The beginning of all these experiences for a lot of us was Freshman Fest. I remember it like it was, well, four years ago. Likely all of us were nervous about meeting people and starting high school. However, Freshman Fest is where many of us met our first friends at Harvey. Since then, a decent amount of our time together has, unfortunately, been cut short, but we still managed to form more lasting relationships and memories as I feel is evident, especially from this past year. We cheered on girls lacrosse, baseball, softball, and boys cross country these past seasons as they won their HVAL championships. We applauded our classmates’ performances in “Chicago,”

“Our Town,” and the One Acts. And our year culminated with prom and the Commencement

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Dinner this past Tuesday. We have each had unique experiences filled with moments of fun spring days on the Quad and plenty of cram studying for Mr. Morse’s history tests, but all of our individual journeys have brought us here, together, as graduates.

I remember sitting in Ms. V’s Honors English class freshman year reading the “House on Mango Street” and writing our vignettes, one of my favorite assignments of high school. Our time at Harvey has been a series of vignettes that we have chosen to write, and we graduate with our personal collection. What made my time here most memorable were the seemingly small moments, like watching soccer games after school, going to King Kone with teammates, ice skating at the rink, and eating apple cider doughnuts at homecoming. These moments were all possible because of the people here, whom I am fortunate to know. There will be more tests to study for and papers to write as we head into college. We’ll be busy, but, hopefully, we’ll remember that it is the many small moments that are precious and add up to create fond memories.

My classmates and I very recently had to reflect on who we are in our Senior Thesis, which for many of us was our final assignment of high school. I personally found it challenging as we are still exploring and really are only at the beginning of our lives. What I learned though is that we can’t define ourselves simply, and in trying to do so, we only identify a tiny part of who we are.

We leave Harvey expecting the next chapter to provide us with more clarity. We get to decide, perhaps for the first time really, which path we will travel, what to create, what to learn, how to grow, and who we want to become. Fortunately, Harvey has always encouraged us to try many activities that would not have been possible at a larger school. While here, we have been able

to not limit ourselves, so continue to stay open to your whims and your wishes. Our paths will diverge at this point, but we all are on this road of becoming. We will not forge a linear path but rather a winding one. We will sometimes flow where we may not have planned as life is unpredictable. There will inevitably be long stretches where we may find ourselves trying to move upstream, but also opportunities to change direction. But over time, rivers can carve through rocks and form beautiful canyons. So I encourage you to embrace challenges and be patient. Remember, too, that it’s OK to start over and take an entirely new path. It is this flexibility that will keep us learning and growing.

I’ve never enjoyed goodbyes. Goodbyes are difficult because they are an end, not a change. Our lives will be full of changes, though. We will encounter plenty of hellos and goodbyes, laughter and quiet, and setbacks and successes. So face your future with curiosity and agility and embrace the small moments that will make up your collection of vignettes — your life. As Carl Rogers, an American psychologist, once said, “What you are to be, you are now becoming.”

And now as we begin the next phase of our journey, thank you to everyone who helped us get here and congratulations to the Class of 2022.

3. Maria Millette with Harvey teacher Madelon Visintainer //

4. Cody Siegel with his family // 5. Evan Xu displays his diploma and flowers alongside his parents. // 6. Elizabeth Vescio with her parents //

7. Ryan Spiro with his family

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Awards + Honors

Lindsley Loring Loyalty Award //

Created and endowed by Mrs. Lindsley Loring in memory of her husband, the award is inscribed annually with the name of the student who is voted by the faculty to have shown the greatest loyalty in their school relations during the year:

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Mathematics Prize // For excellence in mathematics: Armaan Bhaskar Economics Prize // For excellence in economics: Renee Chen Science Prize // Nairobi Jones (Physical Science) & Teddy Abt (Life Science) Founders Honor Cup // The Upper School’s highest award is presented by the Carter family in memory of Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Swift Carter, founders of The Harvey School, and their son, Herbert Swift Carter, Jr., Class of 1919. Given to the student who is voted by the faculty to have contributed the most to the spirit and aims of the school: Milo Flamenbaum Samuel Alexander John L. Loeb, Jr. ’44 Scholarship Cup // Given and endowed by Mr. Loeb to the School’s leading scholar: Giselle Groff Head of School’s Prize // Created and endowed by the Board of Trustees, the award is inscribed annually with the name of the student who, in the view of the Head of School, has put forth the greatest effort in any aspect of their life at school: Wendy Lichtenberg & Zachary Grann John A. Shea Latin Prize // Endowed by an anonymous donor in honor of Mr. Shea’s 80th birthday in recognition of his 22 years of service to the school: Amanda Mohamad Citizenship Award // Endowed by the Harvey Parent Association: Erin Phillips

United Nations Award // In honor of Edward V. Micola ’92, given to the student who has displayed the most dedication, energy, and expertise at Model UN competitions:

Thompson Achievement Award

// Given by Mr. and Mrs. Calvin A. Thompson, parents of Alexis ’82 and Thaddeus ’87, and inscribed annually with the name of the student who is voted by the faculty to have made the greatest all-around improvement: Oscar Lo

Wells Speech Cup // Given to the school in 1973 by Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wells, awarded to the winner of the annual Wells Speech Contest: Maria Millette

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Technology Prize // For excellence in technology: Alexander Piper & Henry Howe Harry A. Dawe History Prize // History Prize for excellence in history is named in honor of Mr. Dawe who served as headmaster of The Harvey School for 15 years: Teddy Abt & Armaan Bhaskar English Prize // For excellence in English: Samuel Alexander Japanese Prize // For excellence in Japanese: Milo Flamenbaum Matthew Preston ’65 Poetry Recitation // Awarded to the student who is judged to be the winner of the annual Matthew Preston ’65 Poetry Recitation Contest. This award was given to the school in 1977 by the Preston Family: Elizabeth Cioffi Edward Micola Model Armaan Bhaskar
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Spanish Prize // For excellence in Spanish: Gina Valente
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Boys Athletic Prize // Presented to outstanding senior male athlete: Jayden Kass & Charles Hildebrandt Girls Athletic Prize // Presented to outstanding senior female athlete: Giselle Groff E. Bradley Richardson Scholar-Athlete Award // Named after a former head of school, voted by faculty as outstanding scholar-athlete of senior class: Jacob Hellinger Art Prize // For excellence in art: Ash Champlain The David Muntner Theatre Tech Award // For outstanding contributions in theater: Amanda Mohamad Dance Prize // For excellence in dance: Elizabeth Flaherty-Lovy Scholar-Artist Award // Voted by faculty as outstanding scholar-artist of senior class: Maria Millette Keenan Wynn ’31 Prize for Excellence in Drama // Julia Nelson Ronald W. Duncan Music Awards // Given for excellence in the field of music in two categories, vocal and instrumental, the award honors former piano teacher Ronald W. Duncan: Leo Saperstein (Choral) & Elizabeth Cioffi (Choral) William Wang (Instrumental)

Senior Awards

Scholarship // Given in memory of Valerie Hanrahan Saldutti and her love of family, sports, and education to students who reflect Valerie’s strengths and beliefs. The scholarship given at The Harvey School was created in memory of her son, Stephen Saldutti: Jeremy Sanchez

Cavalier Awards

The Cavalier Award is underwritten by the Harvey Parent Association, and is given to the students and faculty who best embody the values code of The Harvey School. This is an individual who demonstrates a passion for learning, respects and treats everyone with dignity and appreciation, has a deep sense of integrity, has a dynamic balance in lifestyle choices, finds joy in learning and life, and strives for excellence.

This year’s winners are 2022 graduates Elizabeth Flaherty-Lovy, Cody Siegel, and Kenny Aguilar; eighth graders Nicholas Ritenis and Richard Sullivan; and faculty recipients Vinny and Christina Alexander.

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Triple “C” Award from the Office of the New York State Attorney General // In recognition of seniors possessing courage, commitment, and character: Alexander Piper & Elizabeth Flaherty-Lovy The 2022 Val’s Pal’s Foundation The 2022 Bonelli Family Arts Scholarship // This is the first award of this scholarship in memory and celebration of Michael Bonelli Sr. It is awarded to a graduating senior that plans to pursue a degree in fine arts: Ash Champlain

Commencement Dinner

I Found My Voice

NOW, I DO HAVE TO BE HONEST.

last four years of our lives, it is my pleasure to be able to use my voice one last time.

When I was asked to speak at this dinner, I was, of course, very excited, but I was also a little nervous. I remember the day I arrived at Harvey and was told that I would have to write a speech and deliver it to my English class. I was terrified. As I look out in front of me, I realize how much has changed since then. We’ve seen Zoom classes and masks and flex spaces. And now, I’m a senior who is still afraid of public speaking. But truly, it means so much to be asked to express myself to you all. Expression has always been an essential part of who I am. It’s something I’ve spent my life trying to find. In first grade, I was diagnosed with dyslexia. When struggling to read and write, I wondered if I would ever learn in the same way as the other kids in my class. But, I soon learned strategies in school, which made me a more organized and disciplined thinker. I realized that forms of expression can be found in anything you do. During my sophomore year, in that same speech contest that terrified me the year before, I wrote a speech about my experience with dyslexia and delivered it to the entire student body.

During my time at this school, I found my voice in ways that I never could have imagined. I was encouraged to write a song from the perspective of the past in my Page to Stage elective. My Senior Bridge project showed me the importance of history in music and storytelling. I know that many of you have also discovered something about what you want to do because of this school. I also know that a lot of you are still looking for what you want to do. But no matter who you are, no matter where you came from, or where you’re going, if Harvey taught me anything, it is that you have a voice. And now, as I stand before you all today in the place that we have spent the

HARVEY ’22

Original song written & performed by Zach Grann ’22

Mr. Lazzaro was telling me about what people have done for their speeches in the past. And I looked at him and I asked: what if I write a song, instead? He definitely thought I was crazy. He said that it had never been done before. So naturally, that night, I started writing a song about leaving this school and beginning the next chapter of our lives. So, with that, this is Harvey ’22. 1

People go, people come. Life moves on and you can’t run. You can wait for something else Or you can live for what you have

Goodnight, friends of mine. Don’t forget me when you’re on your own.

Don’t ask where, don’t ask why, But something’s happening here. All the things we don’t know — They will find us on the road.

So long, brothers and sisters. I know the road’s been long, but it’s over now. Oh, is it over now? Is it over now?

Go on, everybody, live each day as a fantasy. Go on, everybody, make your place in the life you lead.

Go on, everybody, live each day as a fantasy. Go on, everybody, make your place in the life you lead.

Everybody, everybody, Everybody, everybody, This is our home. This is our home. This is our home. This is our home. They’ll be waiting for us, Always waiting for us. Right here.

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Harvey Survivors

These Class of 2022 seniors attended Harvey all seven years — grades 6 through 12. We affectionately call them “Harvey Survivors.” (Missing from group photo is Sam Alexander)

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Samuel Alexander Gabriella Feldmeth Dominic D’Onofrio Jacob Hellinger Elianna Kalman Joshua Sestito Erin Phillips Samantha Verdeschi Mitchell Yurko Cody Siegel

Your One Wild + Precious Life

Faculty Speech

Above. Above, English teacher Madelon Visintainer addresses seniors and their families. //

1. Alex Piper ’22 and Avianna Lin ’22 with Ms. Visintainer //

2. Seniors Jorge Caraballo, William Wang, Jayden Kass, Asher Berni, Evan Goldblum, and Armaan Bhaskar celebrate at Commencement Dinner. //

3. Senior Class Gift co-chairs Rachel Silva and Jeanette Sandor present the Senior Class Gift to Head of Upper School Philip Lazzaro. // 4. Senior parents Toby Lazarus and Leslie Berni with Mr. Lazzaro //

5. Mr. Lazzaro speaks to seniors and their parents.

WELCOME EVERYBODY, PARENTS, Harvey faculty, administration, and members of our Board of Trustees. Welcome, Class of 2022 — you look wonderful!

You and I have been together from the beginning. My first year of full-time teaching was your first year of high school. And what a time we’ve had!

• 9th Grade — Back in September 2019, when we were brand-new Upper School Harvey folks, I found myself tangled up in your lives. Together, we made our way around campus. We made waffles for breakfast, planned Scintilla groups, listened to LZ at Morning Meetings and (a shout-out to my dorm mom years) literally lived and laughed together.

• 10th Grade — Sophomore year: who knew this would bring “the dark times” … who knew that we would all be suddenly jammed into Zoom squares, wearing our pj’s, and inviting our puppies to online classes. Let’s move on.

• Junior year — Many of us — intrepid souls — spent a good deal of time in the Flex. We were one, big, happy Flex family. Others showed up for hybrid classes, and, my goodness, life was weird but, still, you persevered.

• Senior year — In a blink of an eye we found ourselves fully together again — last fall — September 2021 — when we launched our senior year with a BBQ and while tossing eggs and sharing smiles (in the Quad — without masks). We celebrated the beginning of our final Harvey year together.

One of my favorite books, “Wild” by Cheryl Strayed, has a quote that reminds me of your spirit. Telling the story of her hike on the Appalachian Trail, Strayed writes: “I was amazed that what I needed to survive could be carried on my back. And, most surprising of all, that I could carry it.” And that’s what you did — through all of these years, I never doubted you would survive, never doubted that you would carry Harvey forward, and never doubted we would all be here tonight.

I will remember all of your talents — Among this crowd we have baseball champs,

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a Yearbook crew that created a masterpiece, robot builders, and HVAL athletes. On this stage you brought the house down with “Chicago,” “Our Town,” One Acts, and “Propulsion.” On this stage you shared “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock,” performed original rock songs, and choreographed dances that took our breath away. And suddenly — like a flash — here we are tonight!

As we grow ever closer to Thursday’s commencement ceremony I am suddenly realizing that all of you are ready for whatever comes next. You are poised for flight … eager to take off, bound for adventures far beyond this little hill in Katonah, destined to take on the beautifully complicated world that is waiting for your talents … your sense of humor … your tenacious spirits.

But wait, let’s just stop for a second … take a minute, look across the table and around this room and see each other. Commit these images to memory. My mom says nights like this demand we acknowledge who we are and dream of what we might become.

So, pick up your backpack — it’s filled with everything you need. Know that I and all of your teachers will be thinking of you and wishing you every happiness.

From one wild child, with a little help from Mary Oliver, to a room filled with wild souls … bring this question with you: What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? Thank you, and congratulations to the Class of 2022.

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Class of 2022

Matriculations

Barnard College

Bentley University

Berklee College of Music (3)

Binghamton University

Boston University

Brandeis University

Colby-Sawyer College

College of Mount Saint Vincent Connecticut College Cornell University (2)

CUNY Hunter College

Dickinson College

Drexel University

Eckerd College Elon University (3) Emerson College (2)

Endicott College

Fairfield University (2) Fordham University

George Washington University

Hobart William Smith Colleges

Indiana University, Bloomington (2)

Lehigh University

Lynn University

Marist College New York University

Northwestern University

Pace University, New York City

Quinnipiac University (2)

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Roanoke College

Rochester Inst. of Technology

Rollins College (2) Rowan University Sacred Heart University

Savannah College of Art & Design Skidmore College

Southern Methodist University Stony Brook University

SUNY at New Paltz (2) Syracuse University (5) The New School (2) Union College (3) University of California, Santa Cruz University of Denver University of Hartford University of Miami University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (2) University of Rochester University of Southern California

Vassar College

Virginia Polytechnic Inst. and State University

Washington University in St. Louis Wesleyan University

Western New England University Xavier University

Harvey Alums Welcome the Class of 2022

Senior Breakfast

THE CLASS OF 2022 CAME TO campus on the morning of May 25 excited to gather one last time as a class before Commencement at the Senior Breakfast hosted by the Alumni, Development, and College Guidance offices. It’s also a much anticipated day to wear their college shirts and take the traditional college shirt group photo with their classmates. This year, the Director of College Guidance Meg Booth had seniors sign the college pennant featuring the names of the schools they will be attending this fall, starting a new tradition in which every graduating senior will add their names each year.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast prepared by Chef Sushada and the FLIK staff, the students were welcomed to the Harvey Alumni community by Lara Casano ’95, president of the alumni association, and featured guest speaker, Steve Masiello ’96, who is entering his 12th year as head coach of the Manhattan College men’s basketball team.

Steve encouraged the graduates to “run your race” by having a great routine and great discipline to focus on what you want in life. He told them “not to let the destination distract you on the journey.” Steve spoke to the importance of the seniors finding their “why” in life — what they are passionate about, what they love doing, what they care about — and then making that the central purpose moving forward.

“Take responsibility for everything your name is on,” Steve said. “Adversity, I try to make it my best friend. I really try to. I think if you can develop that mentality, it really sets you up for long-term success,” he said. Steve told the students to go to college and try new things, get uncomfortable. “I think so many of us are so comfortable in our lives and we don’t like getting pushed out,” Steve said. “But you have to chase that. Because that’s where the growth happens. So just go do something you’ve never done. Every time you’re a beginner, you learn to grow and that’s great for your mind.”

After a lively Q&A, Steve closed with this message: “Show great gratitude along the way. Show great gratitude for Harvey, for the people who impacted you, helped you,” he said. “Thank that teacher, thank that classmate, thank your parents. You’re not doing this alone. And when you take that next step, show gratitude.”

Director of Development Susie Danziger and Associate Director of Alumni Relations Greg Janos ’98 reminded the seniors that even though they are graduating and leaving Harvey, they will always be part of the larger Harvey community and to carry that with them wherever they may go.

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Top. Steve Masiello ’96 with Lara Casano ’95 and Greg Janos ’98 // 1. Director of College Guidance Meg Booth congratulates seniors. // 2. Proud future Berklee College of Music students Brent Schwartz, Zach Grann, and William Wang // 3. Maria Millette and Elizabeth Flaherty-Lovy proudly display their college choice.

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I Wouldn, t Want to Be a Student Anywhere Else!

Above. Gina Valente ’22 shares her gratitude for Harvey. // 1. Gina Valente, Nairobi Jones, and Talia Campbell // 2. Milo Flamenbaum and Elizabeth Vescio

THERE IS TRULY NO SCHOOL LIKE Harvey. The combination of outstanding academics and such a welcoming community made it clear to me when I visited that this would be my second home for the next three years. The feeling of home only rivals that of a sport I have been doing for 15 years. Competitive cheerleading is another part of my life where I find comfort. Like cheer, Harvey gave me friends, mentors, and a purpose. When I thought about writing this speech, I felt overwhelmed having to express how important this place has been to me. But at the end of the day, there is no easier way to say it than this. I wouldn’t want to be a student anywhere else. If I weren’t

here, I would have never met my amazing friends, teachers, and mentors. My experiences here are like no other because this is where I feel most safe, where I am loved, and where I share hilarious moments with my friends. Ask anyone in this room and more times than not, you can hear me across the room laughing at something like Nairobi’s infectious laugh. Gosh, I am really going to miss that.

In the classroom, I do try to hold it together a little more. I am so grateful for people like Ms. Taylor, who has been my advisor, coach, and teacher, and others who have been very understanding and guided me. Fun fact, I was eight minutes late to my first English class at Harvey because I could not find it. Sorry, Ms. Taylor. Let’s hope I don’t do the same thing at my future college, which happens to be enormous compared to this

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Senior Speaker: Gina Valente ’22
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place! Mr. Lazzaro, the Upper School head I was once scared of, became one of the best mentors/ friends I could have ever asked for. Without him and our constant banter about Mahopac vs. Carmel (Go Mahopac!), I would not have gotten through this college process. My friends, I could not thank you enough for being there for me or making me laugh, or for simply existing. I could go through everyone who has made my Harvey experience better, but we would be here for hours.

As a class, we have been through way too much together that not many senior classes up until two years ago can say they have been through. A global pandemic. While it shook the nation, Harvey took initiative and still provided its amazing resources whilst the world was panicking over the coronavirus. If you asked me two years ago if I thought that I would be standing in front of you all delivering a speech, I would have said no because I never thought that there would be a chance like this to congregate in a room to cap-off our roller-coaster ride of a year. I would not have wanted to go through daily COVID quickscreen checks. (Do you remember those?), the daunting college process, or what often seems to be a one-hour wait for lunch anywhere else or with anybody else.

Harvey truly sets out to prepare us for the real world. Three years ago, like most of us in

this room, I had no idea what I wanted to do. Now, I will be studying finance at Fordham University, hoping to one day be a chief financial officer at a production company. If you took Harvey out of the equation, you would not be hearing those words come out of my mouth. If it weren’t for Harvey, I would not be standing here. It has been a pleasure being your classmate. Thank you, Harvey School, for the lessons (both literal and figurative) that you have taught me. They will not be forgotten because you have prepared each and every one of us to succeed in a diverse, changing, and competitive world. Once again, I thank everyone who has been a part of my journey at Harvey because you have molded me into the person I am today. No matter what life throws at you all, keep laughing and being yourselves!

3. Oscar Lo, Renee Chen, Evan Xu, and William Wang // 4. Kevon Patterson, Dominic D’Onofrio, Jacob Hellinger, and Ryan Rodriguez // 5. Class of 2022 class agents Amanda Mohamad, Sam Alexander, and Ryan Spiro // 6. Lilly Sanders and Jadon Silva

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Eighth Grade Moving Up Celebration

A Class of Optimism

Above. Harvey School eighth grade class // Inset. Dr. Brendan Byrne addresses the eighth graders and their families at the 2022 Moving Up Celebration.

AS 38 HARVEY EIGHTH GRADERS celebrated their Harvey Middle School Moving Up Day ceremony June 8 in Fenstermacher Athletic Center, they embarked on a new journey, officially becoming “rising ninth graders.” The theme of the day was courageously confronting what makes you uncomfortable.

Head of Middle School Dr. Brendan Byrne implored his students to “seize the opportunity to embrace your strengths” as they move on to high school while not being afraid to challenge themselves and try new things. Dr. Byrne shared his experience listening to senior speaker Zachary Grann ’22 at the Class of 2022 Commencement Dinner where Zach had reflected on being petrified to participate in the annual speech contest when he first arrived at Harvey before eventually realizing that the experience had prepared him well for moments like having to speak

before his class on the evening of June 7. “More notably, Zach then leaned into his strength last night, which was singing and playing piano, and performed an original song conveying his emotions and thoughts as a graduating senior,” said Dr. Byrne. “He received a standing ovation. It was truly a remarkable moment.”

Dr. Byrne praised the eighth graders for not dwelling on what was lost during the worldwide pandemic, rather instead believing they all became “more resilient, optimistic, and courageous,” adding, “It was actually your optimism and hope that motivated many of your parents and teachers along the way.”

Faculty speaker, music teacher Zachary Wright, spoke about witnessing “countless students bravely trying things they may have been unsure of.” He recalled how during their time in Middle School, this eighth

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grade class “developed new skills, discovered new passions, and formed friendships.” Mr. Wright challenged them to continue to try new things that might be a bit out of their comfort zone. “Do not miss an opportunity to learn, to grow, and to continue discovering the person you are becoming,” he said.

Dr. Byrne and Middle School Dean of Students Dr. Stephanie Metz then awarded special prizes and presented the eighth graders with their diplomas before the Middle School Chorus capped off the celebration singing “The Secret of Happiness” from the musical “Daddy Long Legs.” Congratulations to the Harvey eighth grade class of 2022!

You can view the recipients of the prizes and read Mr. Wright’s speech in its entirety on the pages that follow.

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and Hope Harvey 8th Grade Class Jesse Baron // Olivia Barsky // Micah Berni // Wyatt Bland // Conrad Breede // Amani Carty // Joy (Jiayi) Chen // Jordan Collins // Sophia Collum // Ryan Ignazio Accardi Dey // Parker Eisner // Sonia Espitia // Madilyn Fleisher // Bailey Gans // Christiana Greene // Ellie Greenspan // Peter Hill // Tory Janush // Eli Klagsbrun // Gillian Klares // Lucy LaGattuta // Cameron LaMoreaux // Talya Langer // Maeve Lazzaro // Charlie Nevitt // Elena Pagan // Lauren Petrillo // Cameron Powell-Spruils // Sebastian Riendeau // Nicholas Ritenis // Stella Runyon // Eunice Seo // Conor Shepard // Lila Silpe // Henry Sklar // Richard Sullivan // Evan Vasile // Ethan Wecksell

Leap Outside Your Comfort Zone

MS Faculty Speech

Above. Above, Faculty speaker Zachary Wright urges the eighth graders to continue to grow and learn. // 1. Eunice Seo, Joy Chen, and Stella Runyon // 2. The eighth grade boys are a close-knit group.

WHEN DR. BYRNE FIRST ASKED ME IF I would speak today, my first thought was … absolutely not. In fact, I ignored his initial email and avoided making eye contact with him in the dining hall as long as I could in order to avoid having to give him an answer. I could go over there and perform a piece on the piano for you with no nervousness whatsoever — but I immediately get anxious at the thought of public speaking. But Dr. Byrne encouraged me to give it some consideration … and so I thought about it.

While reflecting on what I could even possibly say that would have any meaning or significance on this day, I kept thinking about the number of times I have encouraged so many of you to try something outside of your comfort zone. As a music teacher, particularly a vocal music teacher, I am constantly encouraging students

to explore their singing voices and frequently encouraging students to sing solos in class, even if it’s something they would never consider doing on their own. On the first day of sixth grade music, I always start by promising never to force anyone to sing, but I always gently encourage students to summon up the confidence to try something a little bit scary. In fact, one of our first discussions is about vocal range, followed by an activity in which students can explore how high and low their own voices can go. I can still remember many of you bravely coming up to the piano to try, even though you may have been afraid your voice would crack or that something might not come out right. So, I thought I would take some of my own advice and take a leap outside of my comfort zone. So here I am.

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During my seven years at The Harvey School, I have witnessed countless students bravely try things they may have been unsure of. Whether that be going out for a new sport, auditioning for a production, or trying a new elective, all of these opportunities brought with them moments for learning and growth.

During your years in middle school, many of you have taken full advantage of these opportunities. I remember when many of you were in sixth grade — one day you might be on the basketball court or down at the rink, and the next day you were in my room rehearsing songs from “Annie” and “Hairspray.” You’ve developed new skills, discovered new passions, and formed friendships. While the pandemic has certainly made none of this easy, you can now say that you have made it to the end of middle school. I’m sure you are all excited to have reached the end of this year which sometimes seemed to go on forever. As we have continued dealing with COVID, this year has had its fair share of challenges, but this is certainly a moment to celebrate. But, with each ending comes a new beginning. And new beginnings bring with them a mixture of emotions.

In addition to your excitement, some of you may be nervous about what lies ahead in high school. You will be leaving behind an environment that has become familiar, and that can be a little scary. Some of you

may be sad because a friend or teacher is moving on to a new school next year.

I can certainly understand this complicated mixture of emotions as I am feeling many of them as well. As many of you know, I will be moving to Atlanta in a few days with my family. I, too, am feeling excited, sad, anxious, and unsure about what the future holds.

So today, as you prepare to leave middle school and transition to upper school, I challenge you to continue to try things that might be a bit out of your comfort zone. It may not seem like it, but the next four years of your life will go by faster than you can possibly imagine. Do not miss an opportunity to learn, to grow, and to continue discovering the person you are becoming. Congratulations, eighth grade and good luck!

3. Eighth grade Class Gift chairs Sorin Klares and Stacy Eisner present the class gift to Dr. Byrne. // 4. The Middle School Chorus performs accompanied by Mr. Wright. // 5. Some eighth graders pose with their teachers, Mr. Morgan, Ms. Merola, and Ms. Davies. // 6. Special friendships formed in Harvey Middle School // 7. Jordan Collins is followed by Sophia Collum as they take their first steps toward “moving up” to ninth grade.

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Middle School Prizes

Philip G. Cole Award // Given by Dr. and Mrs. Philip G. Cole in honor of their son Philip G. Cole, Jr. Class of 1934, to the student who has shown the greatest all-around improvement: Lucy LaGattuta

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The Jack Hornor Prize // Endowed by Jack’s father, John W. Hornor, Esq. in honor of his son, Jack Hornor, Class of 1929, awarded for excellence in mathematics: Ryan Dey & Ethan Wecksell
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The Almirall Scholarship Cup // Given in 1922 by the late Juan A. Almirall, Esq. inscribes the name of the student having the highest scholastic standing for the year: Olivia Barsky & Maeve Lazzaro The Baoth Wiborg Memorial Prize // Given in honor of Baoth Wiborg ’34, presented each year for excellence in Latin: Conrad Breede & Sophia Collum Faculty History Prize // Bailey Gans & Conor Shepard The Alumni Honor Cup // Recognizes the student who has contributed the most to the life and work of the school: Maeve Lazzaro & Wyatt Bland
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The Alvah Innes Memorial English Prize // Named for Alvah Innes ’32, awarded to the student who excelled in English composition: Olivia Barsky & Ellie Greenspan The Leverett T. Smith Memorial Award // Named after our former Headmaster Leverett T. Smith, given in recognition for initiative and perseverance in the pursuit of some special interest during the school year: Bailey Gans, Christiana Greene & Cameron Powell-Spruils Faculty Spanish Prize // Joy Chen & Tory Janush The Robotics Prize // Ryan Dey The Hickrill Science Prize // Endowed in 1953 by Mrs. Robert Halsband and Frank Alan Weil, Class of 1944, awarded for excellence in science: Maeve Lazzaro & Peter Hill
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The Michael Stirling Duncan Memorial Cup // Given in memory of Michael Stirling ’50 inscribed each year with the name of the student who has demonstrated the greatest interest and enthusiasm for literature: Lucy LaGattuta & Olivia Barsky
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The Wells Speech Award // Given by Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wells in 1973 to the Middle School winners of the

The Matthew Preston ’65 Recitation Prize // Given to the Middle School winner of the Michael A. Lopes Annual Poetry Contest: Olivia

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Faculty Drama Prize // Eli Klagsbrun & Gillian Klares Harvey Art Prize // Sonia Espitia & Charlie Nevitt speech contest: Anna Bogenschutz Barsky Faculty Music Prize // Wyatt Bland & Ellie Greenspan Class of 1981 Award // For exemplary sportsmanship on the athletic field: Henry Sklar
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The Aspinwall Athletic Cup // Given by Lloyd Aspinwall, Class of 1925, a member of the Board of Trustees, whose two sons attended Harvey, to the student voted best athlete: Amani Carty & Evan Vasile
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Wrap

Spring Sports

It was one remarkable spring sports season in 2022! Having missed out on two seasons of interscholastic competition, Harvey’s athletics program returned in a big way as three varsity teams won Housatonic Valley Athletic League (HVAL) championships and two others fell just short of capturing a title.

What looked like it might be a rebuilding year halfway through the spring for the two-time reigning champion girls varsity lacrosse team turned out to be a historymaking third consecutive HVAL championship season. With scoring machine senior Ellie Kalman leading the way and sophomore goalie Shelby McCaine making save after save in the late minutes against Wooster, Harvey held off the Generals to win the title game 13-12. Meanwhile, led by the D3 Offensive Player of the Year sophomore Jared Effinger, the boys lacrosse team had an exciting season and finished as the runner-up to Williams.

Harvey’s baseball and softball teams won HVAL championships for the second straight season. Each squad led the league in wins from the beginning through the end of the spring schedule. They both rode to their championships on the strength of solid starting pitching and strong offensive efforts.

Meanwhile, the coed golf team nearly crowned a champion. Eighth grader Christiana Greene finished as the runner-up in the championship match. The girls tennis team finished with a winning record, and along the way, ninth grader Martina Nicora established herself as a star No. 1 singles player. The boys tennis team struggled for wins until the end of the season when they seemed to find their groove and ended on a high note with late back-to-back victories.

Rounding out a very busy schedule were the gritty boys and girls rugby teams and track and field, a brandnew program at Harvey featuring a squad of dedicated athletes who gave some outstanding performances in several events throughout the spring.

At season’s end, the following athletes earned recognition from the leagues and from their respective coaches >

Boys Varsity LACROSSE

(7-6 overall; 4-4 HVAL)

HVAL All-League Jared Effinger

Justin Jaques Dante Meloni Jackson Saccomanno MIP Wyatt Bland Ryan Rodriguez MVP Offense Jared Effinger

MVP Defense Peter Hill

Coaches Jackson Saccomanno Sportsmanship Dante Meloni Ironman Justin Jaques

Division 3 Offensive Player of the Year Jared Effinger

Girls Varsity LACROSSE

(9-8 overall; 7-5 HVAL)

HVAL All-League

Juliet Jaques

Ellie Kalman Katie McCulloch Emily Sorio

All NEPSAC Juliet Jaques Ellie Kalman

All NEPSAC Honorable Mention Katie McCulloch Emily Sorio

MIP Phoebe Lichtman

MVP Defense Shelby McCaine MVP Offense Ellie Kalman

Coaches Sophie Peters Unsung Hero Lila Leibowits

Players’ Player Juliet Jaques

Albert Achievement Award Ellie Kalman

Scarsella Leadership Award Katie McCulloch

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Varsity BASEBALL

(10-6 overall; 5-0 HVAL)

HVAL All-League

Chris Marlin Kirk Ortega Jeremy Sanchez Jose Vasquez

MVP Chris Marlin MIP Armaan Bhaskar Cavalier Dom D’Onofrio

Batting Champ Chris Marlin

CY Young Jake Hellinger Gold Glove Jeremy Sanchez

Rookie of the Year Jose Vasquez

Varsity SOFTBALL

(6-0 overall; 4-0 HVAL)

HVAL ALL-League

Gabriella Bonilla Lily Dalrymple

Kira Ortega Erin Phillips

MVP Kira Ortega Golden Glove Erin Phillips Coaches Gabriella Feldmeth Slugger Gabriella Bonilla

Girls Varsity TENNIS

(8-4 overall; 7-3 HVAL)

HVAL All-League

Giselle Groff

Lucia Menn Martina Nicora

MVP Martina Nicora Coaches Grace Shepard MIP

Teddy Abt Sportsmanship Kayla Lichtenstein

John G. Davis Martina Nicora

Boys Varsity TENNIS

(2-7; 2-3 HVAL)

HVAL All-League

Hudson Chris Anthony Lubin

MVP Hudson Chris MIP

Kevon Patterson Sportsmanship

Zach Grann Cavalier Aden Yankwitt

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harveyschool.org 31 Boys Varsity RUGBY (3-3; 2-2 Metro League) Ted O’Connor Alumni Award Kenny Aguilar Alex Piper Jazz Alex Piper Discipline Daniel Gasch Jayden Kass Bravery Aidan Baitsell Jonah Kass Girls Varsity RUGBY (0-5-1) No special awards given out Varsity Coed GOLF (2-3) MVP Christiana Greene MIP Samuel Kiamie Sportsmanship Cade Gilligan Varsity Coed TRACK & FIELD MVP Male Sam Alexander MVP Female Sophia Beldotti MIP Madison Reckson Top Freshman Felipe Torres Cavalier Addie Silva Top Student-Athletes Spring Term Samuel Alexander ’22 and Erin Phillips ’22 Senior Athletic Achievements Elianna Kalman 8 letters Samuel Alexander 6 letters Jayden Kass 7 letters Alexander Piper 6 letters Spring Sports Wrap

Harvey Athletes Sign to Play in College

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JV BASEBALL (3-4) MVP Offense Graham Rose MVP Defense Greg Petrillo Coaches Aaron Providence Girls JV TENNIS (0-4) MIP Daniela Rynott Sportsmanship Mackenzie Grady MS BASEBALL (0-6) MVP Sebastian Riendeau MIP Graham Casey Sportsmanship Adam Hajem Cavalier Richard Sullivan Hustle Dan Lehman Best Pitcher Conor Shepard MS Coed TENNIS MIP Sarah Fisher Sportsmanship Stephen Millette Cavalier Cameron Lederer Spring Sports Wrap
Jeremy Sanchez: Baseball at Hobart College Phoebe Rosenthal: Soccer at Elon University Josh Sestito: Football at Union College Dominic D’Onofrio: Baseball at Colby-Sawyer College Justin Jaques: Lacrosse at The University of Hartford Sofia Marcos Muñoz: Basketball at College of Mount Saint Vincent Samuel Alexander: Cross Country & Track at Hunter College
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