Harvey Magazine Spring 2022

magazine trajectories

HARVEY

FEATURES: HARVEY TRAJECTORIES

Cover: Annelise Cepero ’13 on the set of “Law & Order: SVU.” She also appeared in “West Side Story” and is seen (3rd from left) with her castmates above. (Photo credit: Annelise Cepero ’13)

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From Harvey to Beyond

Five alums share how discovering their passion at Harvey inspired them to follow their own personal trajectory to career success and personal fulfillment.

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College Is More Than A Name

The Harvey College Office eases the stress of the college process and helps students find the right fit for them academically and socially.

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Harvey Goes There

Young alums from 2018-20 are growing, exploring, and thriving in college but still feel their connection to Harvey.

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The Adventure Continues … Never Stop Exploring

Harvey alum Richard Montague ’48 continues to explore the world, this time visiting the northernmost corners of Sweden, Finland, and Norway.

Harvey Spring Barn Dance

The Harvey Spring Barn Dance brought together parents, faculty, staff, alums, and former members of the community for a boot-stompin’ good time in support of facility enhancements.

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HEAD OF SCHOOL

William J. Knauer

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Karen Grazia

CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Chris Del Campo

ALUMNI EDITORS

Susie Danziger

Greg Janos

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Susie Danziger

CONTRIBUTORS

Meg Booth

Alexandra Carrozza

Susie Danziger

Alexandra Matthews

Dr. Stephanie Metz

Denise Smith

CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHERS

Tim Coffey

Gabe Palacio

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Karen Grazia Marcie Hajem

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PRINTING

J.S. McCarthy Printers jsmccarthy.com

MISSION STATEMENT

The Harvey School provides a college-preparatory 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 » Passion for learning » Respect » Integrity » Dynamic balance » Excellence

From the Editor

Spring is the season when the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. At Harvey, spring 2022 felt very much like a rebirth as the campus sprung to life after the pandemic. We returned to many normal activities, on-campus events, and a healthy spring athletic season that yielded three HVAL championships for softball, baseball, and girls lacrosse. (Read more about this in the upcoming Commencement 2022 issue).

College is more than a name, and in this issue you will meet the dedicated staff of the College Guidance Office and discover how they assist our students in building a foundation that leads to finding the right college for each Harvey student.

It’s also wonderful to see our alumni thriving on their own personal trajectories, which, in many cases, were first ignited while they were students at Harvey. Their careers are as diverse as they are, each one continually striving to fulfill their passion and purpose. Whether our alums are young and still searching, or are taking on challenging adventures in the twilight of their lives, their drive to be lifelong learners is stronger than ever.

Our current community turned out in full to celebrate at the Harvey Spring Barn Dance in May, lending their support to the Weil House & Barn Renovation Project. (Read more on page 24 of this issue). Our students lit up the stage in Lasdon Theater with music, theater, and dance, complete with family, faculty, and staff in attendance to cheer them on. In those moments, we realized how far we have come since 2020, and we savor each opportunity to come together as a community.

I hope you enjoy this issue and marvel at all that our community has accomplished.

Karen Grazia, Director of Communications

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Eileen Walker, Chair Philip Bowers ’70, Vice Chair Andrea Tessler, Treasurer Jerri-Lynn Galgano, Secretary William J. Knauer, President & Head of School

Kevin Durkin

Deirdre Glascott

Jonathan Kass Edward W. Kelly Raymond G. Kuntz

Ronice Latta Wendy Lederer Donna Leone Joseph Plummer Elizabeth Schwartz Wallace L. Schwartz

Kathleen Treat Kelsey Turcotte Dawanna Veneable Lindsey Walker ’05 Clifford Wallach

Jennifer Waterhouse-Cooper J. Eric Wise

Daniel K. Chapman ’73, Emeritus

Alice DeSomma, Emerita Barry W. Fenstermacher, Headmaster Emeritus

Charles A. Krasne, Emeritus

Jeffrey Lasdon, Emeritus Jane Petty, Emerita Frank A. Weil ’44, Emeritus

ALUMNI EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Lara Casano ’95, Alumni President Pieter Catlow ’73 Erica Cheyne ’14 George Dallas ’64 Philip Eifert ’73 Laurel Elkind Meredith ’88 Seth Morton II ’57 Greg Presseau ’98 Lindsey Walker ’05, Trustee Andy Jamieson ’09

HEAD’S COUNCIL LIST

Tracey Davies

Bruce L. Dennis Dennis Dilmaghani ’62 Lori Garbin

John Hughes ’68 Richard Ledes ’71 Vivien Levy Lucy Lopez Dave Raneri ’69 David Silk Vanessa Williams

Happy reading!

welcome

from the head of school

Joy Is Essential to Learning

Anyone who has ever attended a Harvey Open House has likely heard me say at some point that “joy matters.” I suspect that some people hear this at first as a simple sales pitch, a feel-good moment for students and families alike. But in reality, I’m saying much more than that.

I believe, and at Harvey we believe, that joy is an essential element of the learning process. In fact, research indicates again and again that happiness and other positive emotions open people up to learning by increasing interest and motivation, lowering defenses and anxiety, and raising dopamine levels in the brain. Simply stated, students learn best when they are happy and engaged.

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi was a Hungarian-American psychologist, professor, and author who is best known for his pioneering work related to the psychological concept of “flow,” a state of heightened focus and engagement that comes from immersing oneself in meaningful activities such as work, art, sports, and even play. Csikszentmihalyi was a leading figure in the field of positive psychology, and his research offered deeper insight into notions of fulfillment, productivity, creativity, and happiness. While studying what makes people happy, he insisted that “a good life consists of more than simply the totality of enjoyable experiences.” He said, “It must also have a meaningful pattern, a trajectory of growth that results in the development of increasing emotional, cognitive, and social complexity.”

Harvey balances challenging academic, arts, and athletic programs with ample opportunities for students to explore their passions and discover new interests in a supportive, welcoming community. This approach to education leads to the “trajectory of growth” that Csikszentmihalyi understood to be so essential.

In the pages that follow, you will read about how Harvey prepares students for success and engages them in pursuit of knowledge and fulfillment, and you can follow the trajectories of our alumni who have gone on to follow their dreams, share their talents, and change the world.

Enjoy!

J. Knauer, Head of School

William

“Happiness and other positive emotions open people up to learning by increasing interest and motivation, lowering defenses and anxiety, and raising dopamine levels in the brain.”

FROM HARVEY TO

By Chris Del Campo

When we speak of the career trajectories of alumni, we envision them ever-rising to new heights, with Harvey having served as either the design phase or the launching pad.

The five alumni featured in this issue are but a handful of the hundreds who once called Harvey home and have gone on to do extraordinary things, making names for themselves in their chosen fields. Each alum’s path to success and personal fulfillment followed a trajectory that found its initial stage at Harvey and then soared from there.

Annelise Cepero ’13 ON THE FAST TRACK TO

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If you missed her in Steven Spielberg’s Oscarnominated remake of “West Side Story,” maybe you caught her in mega TV hits, NBC’s “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” and “Chicago P.D.,” or CBS’s “Blue Bloods.” Harvey’s own Annelise Cepero, Class of 2013, has had quite a start to her career in show business, appearing this past year with 2022 Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose in the Spielberg film, and guest-starring on TV with the likes of Mariska Hargitay and Tom Selleck.

“I’ve had so many wonderful experiences thus far in my career,” Annelise said. “I feel very grateful to have worked with some of the best of the best.” Getting a credited role in Best Picture-nominated “West Side Story” was a dream come true for Annelise. “It’s been my favorite musical as well as movie since I was a little girl,” she said. Annelise was also thrilled to have guest-starred in “Law & Order: SVU,” which she calls her all-time favorite TV show. Other highlights so far in her acting and modeling career include walking in New York Fashion Week for The Essence Fashion House and being a part of a campaign for Uniqlo, a Japanese casual-wear designer, manufacturer, and retailer.

People should know Annelise does not sit idle waiting for calls to audition. “I’ve taken classes in acting, singing, and dance — honing my technique and learning from different teachers and coaches. This is a craft, and I treat my training like any other trade or skill.”

“I owe so much to the teachers I’ve met along the way who have guided me down the path I am on now.” — ANNELISE CEPERO

Ever since her elementary school days when her mother took her to classes for dance and voice, Annelise has had a passion for the arts. “I owe so much to the teachers I’ve met along the way who have guided me down the path I am on now.”

Annelise said Harvey was where she realized she wanted to be in the arts as a profession. “I felt so supported by the teachers at Harvey — Ms. Mahony, Ms. Gambino, Mrs. Cushman, Mr. Alexander — they gave me the opportunity to find my voice on and off the stage, and they helped me gain the confidence to go for it.”

Some of her fondest memories of her years at Harvey stem from her performances in Lasdon Theater. “Two of my favorite shows we did were ‘Oklahoma’ and ‘Cabaret,’ two shows that allowed me to see myself as having the potential to be a professional.”

Annelise also recalls the assistance Harvey’s Office of College Guidance gave her, acknowledging the encouragement she received from former director Christine Cahill to attend Montclair State University to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. “I was one of the few students looking to get a degree in the fine arts, and Ms. Cahill was immensely supportive in making my dream come true,” Annelise said.

It wasn’t only theater that gave Annelise joy and satisfaction at Harvey. Fully embracing the philosophy of “You’ll never know ’til you try,” Annelise is thankful for the four years she played volleyball. “I went into volleyball tryouts the summer before my freshman year having never played, and it ended up being a really important part of my high school chapter,” Annelise shared.

When Annelise ponders the direction her career might one day take her, she envisions seeing herself writing and directing. The love of writing, she said, emerged from her time in Ms. Mahony’s Script Writing class. “Since then, I’ve really found a love for creating and dissecting scripts,” she said. As far as directing goes, Annelise sees it as fulfilling as well as challenging. “I love actors, I love artists, I love collaboration, and I love what goes on behind the scenes and the steps taken to create what you see on screen or on stage,” she said. For now, she’s more than happy to be an actress and a model, her rise in the entertainment world clearly ascending and moving at skyrocketing speed.

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Annelise belts out a song in “Cabaret” at Harvey in 2013.

// Opposite Right. Taking a break on the set of “Law & Order: SVU” // Top. Annelise and castmates pose on the set of “West Side Story” with director Steven Spielberg (center wearing baseball cap) and writer Tony Kushner (far left). // Above Left. Annelise, arms up and ready, in a Harvey volleyball match

// Above Right. Receiving The Ronald W. Duncan Music Award at Harvey Commencement 2013 from Phil Lazzaro

It’s been more than 15 years since Alexandra “Alex” Pugliese ’07 graduated from Harvey, but she holds vivid recollections of the people from her high school alma mater who helped her feel confident in presenting herself to others. Today, in her position as a business performance advisor (BPA) for Insperity, Inc., Alex works with companies and not-for-profits throughout New York to make sure they’re not exposed to any potential liability or risks from any improperly filed paperwork or some other error in noncompliance.

Having graduated magna cum laude from Villanova in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Alex entered the workforce in various corporate-level sales positions before deciding to enroll in Albany Law School’s graduate certification program in financial compliance and disclosures and risk management related to human resources.

KEEPING COMPANIES

‘adult lessons.’”

— ALEX PUGLIESE

’07

Alex Pugliese ’07

“One of the things that I have realized all these years later is that Harvey teaches you so many

Alex says her career choice is a perfect fit for her. “I’m a pretty Type-A personality, so I like things organized and boxes checked and making sure tasks are done and handled the right way,” Alex said. She particularly likes helping her non-for-profit clients. “Taking on some of the admin burden and letting them focus on the important work they’re doing in the community is a wonderful feeling,” said Alex. No doubt borrowing from the confidence she first gained at Harvey, Alex enjoys meeting many different people in a wide array of industries. “You never know who you might be able to connect with or get together with in the future,” she said.

There’s a lot on the line legally and financially for each of Alex’s clients who rely on her expertise. Armed with the experience she gathered from both her high-level sales positions and her impressive educational background, Alex meets the challenges of serving her clients as their BPA head-on with a confidence she initially developed as a student at Harvey. “I have Ms. McGowan Hajem to thank for always reminding me to have confidence in myself, from the very first days at Harvey,” Alex said. “One of the things that I have realized all these years later is that Harvey teaches you so many ‘adult lessons,’” she said. “Mr. Lazzaro always kept setting the bar higher and higher for me to carry myself in a certain way, which I understand now was to teach me how to be a respectful, professional adult who can hold her own in any room against anyone,”

said Alex. She also credits her years of participation in Harvey’s speech and poetry recitation contests as proving invaluable to her today. “Being able to speak confidently and with poise in front of a group of colleagues or clients as a result of the speech and poetry recitation contests is such an asset that you don’t even realize you possess until breaking into the professional world,” said Alex.

Asked to share what she considers to be her career accomplishments so far, Alex said going back to school and earning her graduate certification is one, but her most favorite was being a part of the staff of the New York Mets and going through the playoff run when the team made it to the 2015 World Series.

With her Harvey days serving as a kind of design phase, and her university years and corporate experiences acting as a launching pad, Alex’s trajectory knows no bounds. Alex herself cannot predict what she’ll be doing in the next five to 10 years. “I honestly have no idea, but I think that is OK, too,” she said, adding, “A lesson from the last few years for me has been to be a little more flexible knowing that so much is out of my control, so I’m going to continue to be open to any opportunity that comes my way.”

Opposite Left. Alex Pugliese ’07 with sister Nikki ’12 (left) // Opposite Right. Alex, No. 30, from her Harvey varsity lacrosse days // Below Left. Alex, front row 2nd from right, as a member of Student Council // Below Right. Alex with 2007 classmate and friend Katie LaVacca

TRAJECTORY

Sean Sasso ’00 FOR ONE OF THE O’MALLEYS

Above. Sean in a tree, posing with his fellow seniors at Harvey //

Right. Sean today as a successful real estate entrepreneur

“The relationships I had with many of the teachers and students at Harvey opened my eyes to a world of possibilities that previously would have been beyond my reach growing up in the Bronx,” Sean Sasso ’00 said when reflecting on his years as an O’Malley Hall dorm student.

Sean, who has carved out a highly successful career as a real estate broker at Compass, Inc. and co-founded a real estate group, credits his educational experience at Harvey with introducing him to a world beyond his own. “I’m a firm believer that exposure is everything, and the exposure that I had to a different side of life while at Harvey set my life on an upward trajectory,” said Sean, who founded Coast Real Estate Group in 2020 with two other partners.

After attending Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island following graduation from Harvey, Sean left school for opportunities in the world of fashion retail, holding positions with Dolce & Gabbana, Ferragamo, Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, and John Varvatos. He switched careers to go into real estate, which ultimately led to securing a position at Compass, Inc., headquartered in New York City. Sean and his partners then started Coast Real Estate Group, which operates in New York,

Westchester County, Connecticut, Miami, and Los Angeles, helping families buy, sell, and lease homes. They also guide developers in the planning, sales, and marketing of condo development projects.

Although Sean was delighted to see his company featured on an episode of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing New York,” he gets his greatest joy from serving people. “I love that I get to help people with navigating the purchase and management of their most important and complex asset — their home. My favorite part of the job is that the homes that I sell will be where people create their fondest memories, like children taking their first steps and celebrating holidays — it’s a privilege to be a part of that.”

His desire to help others comes from a deeply personal conviction; it is something spiritual for Sean, whose wife Tabitha and their daughters Cecelia and Josephine are closely connected to their church and give back through undertaking humanitarian initiatives around the world. One recent project had

Sean helping a community in Peru recover from a fire that destroyed many homes.

When Sean thinks back to his days at Harvey, he recalls memories of playing on the football and basketball teams; performing in the talent show; and, most fondly, “hanging out” at the dorms. “Dorm life was the best,” Sean said, adding, “LZ and the Kellys made it a home away from home.”

What’s next for Sean Sasso, Class of 2000? He sees himself in the next five to 10 years owning and administering a hospitality group called STA that operates in the short-term rental space. He also looks forward to transitioning his real estate group into a national real estate brokerage.

Having co-founded a real estate group that has expanded to multiple markets in the midst of a pandemic, Sean will no doubt continue to ride a career trajectory of greater heights, and Harvey looks forward to seeing the continued success of its one-time dormer.

— SEAN SASSO

Above Left. Sean with his family at Disney World // Above Middle. Sean in his Harvey basketball days under Coach Stark // Above Right. Giving humanitarian aid in Peru with a co-volunteer

“Dorm life was the best. LZ and the Kellys made it a home away from home.”

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Another Class of 2000 member made a career change and found success in a business venture, but one that initially took her far out of her comfort zone. In Gaby Geysel Schwager’s case, after 12 years as a special education teacher in Brooklyn, she used her family’s move to Florida as the springboard to leap into a field that excited her but was one that she knew very little about.

“Once my family moved to Florida, I wanted a change,” explained Gaby, who became a realtor and founded Stars Marketing Group, a marketing agency for reality TV stars and social media influencers. “I love working with my talent to grow their brand and making connections with big international companies like Maui Jim or Bacardi,” Gaby said. “We match talent with brands for social media marketing partnerships,”

Gaby Schwager

the Stars CEO said. Gaby has a large number of Bravo’s “Below Deck” franchise cast members on her client roster, which was intentional. Stars Marketing provides personal attention to each client’s unique journey, which pairs perfectly with their agency slogan, “Every Star Has a Story.”

Gaby, an education major at SUNY Oneonta who received her master’s degree in special education while teaching in Brooklyn, realizes how the bestlaid plans can go in a far different direction. “It’s funny that what I do now has nothing to do with my initial degree,” Gaby reflected. Working in the two distinct fields both involved teaching. For a dozen years, she was teaching others; but to get her agency off the ground, Gaby had to teach herself. “In starting the company, I’ve done a lot of selfteaching and taken a lot of classes on current social media trends,” Gaby said. “We didn’t even know what a hashtag was when I was roaming the halls of Harvey,” she quipped.

As for teaching special needs children, Gaby said, “I loved every minute of it.” But the family’s move to the Sunshine State gave Gaby a chance to turn the page. “I like to call the chapter I’m in now, the second-life career,” Gaby said. She’s gratified to have grown a business on her own, a company that is now widely recognized in the field and recently featured in the online publication Shoutout Miami.

It takes a lot of confidence to be a success in both her professional lives … first, as a classroom teacher and second, as someone who totally shifts gears and starts a new career as a marketing agent. Gaby said the starting point in her trajectory came at Harvey. “The confidence I gained at Harvey set me up for lifelong confidence,” Gaby said. “I feel that I can do anything I want to do, and I

learned that from being in the classroom with amazing teachers who supported me no matter what. I learned from being on the fields and on the courts with coaches and teammates who were always there to help me and push me.”

When asked which memories of Harvey are her fondest, Gaby, a sports-minded student at Harvey, recalls her days being active in theater at Harvey. “The plays and cabarets were super out of my comfort zone, but I loved every minute of it,” Gaby said. “I became incredibly close with kids I wouldn’t have necessarily met on a sports field during the season where I was most comfortable,” she added. Choosing to go out of her comfort zone at Harvey served as perhaps a harbinger for her choice to leave education for marketing.

Gaby, who enjoys living in Florida with her husband Eric and 8-year-old son Dylan, said she expects that during the next five to 10 years that she’ll “still be working hard and being my own boss.” No third chapter for Gaby. just happy to remain on a trajectory of adding more pages to Chapter 2 — growing her company and welcoming taking more employees on board.

Opposite Left. Gaby with senior classmates // Opposite Middle. Gaby enjoying life in Florida // Opposite Right. Gaby with Bravo “Below Deck” celebrity clients Kate Chastain, Colin MacyO’Toole, and Captain Lee Rosbach // Below Left. Gaby poses with Bravo “Below Deck” cast members. // Below Middle.

Gaby putting up a layout playing varsity basketball at Harvey // Below Right.

Gaby with Bravo “Below Deck” client Anastasia Surmava

— GABY SCHWAGER ’00

“I feel that I can do anything I want to do, and I learned that from being in the classroom with amazing teachers who supported me no matter what.”

THE ROAD LEADS BACK

Veronica Jean Seltzer ’09

Like Dorothy in “The Wizard of Oz,” Veronica Jean (VJ) Seltzer believes there’s no place like home, but, unlike the girl from Kansas, she was not gifted a pair of ruby red slippers to magically send her back to Westchester. Since her graduation from Tufts in 2013 as a Classical Studies major, the 2009 Harvey alum has traveled a path far and wide in her pursuit of a career in broadcast journalism. And now, with a job in local TV news, her professional life has taken her full circle. VJ, who also minored in International Leadership Through Journalism, a focus she herself created, and then earned a masters in journalism at Columbia, has returned to her native New York county as an anchor/reporter for News 12 Westchester.

“I’ve always wanted to do important journalism in the tristate area as a means of giving back to the communities that raised me, and now, I finally get to do it,” VJ said.

VJ’s career path started with a college internship at a TV station in Boston. Following grad school, she landed her first job at a station in South Bend, Indiana, where she worked as a multimedia journalist, a job she describes as “a one-woman band reporter, responsible for putting together all aspects of a story, written and visual, for broadcast TV and digital platforms.” After two years and two TV stations in South Bend, VJ moved to Lexington, Kentucky, where, over the course of five years, she worked her way up from weekend anchor and producer to main anchor at her ABC-affiliated TV station.

She came home after making a name for herself, having earned a Kentucky Broadcasters Award

“I sing Harvey’s praises constantly — the small class sizes and hands-on approach gave me confidence.”

— VJ SELTZER ’09

for excellence in breaking news coverage. VJ had field-anchored an evening newscast from a Black Lives Matter protest after a grand jury chose not to charge any police officers with being directly responsible for Breonna Taylor’s death. VJ was broadcasting live on the scene when police suddenly arrested protesters. (Watch here: vimeo.com/529822639)

In addition to covering the Breonna Taylor story and the subsequent protests, VJ also reported on two of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s re-election campaigns and the failure of Kentucky’s unemployment system during the pandemic.

For VJ, reporting on a story is not just about the who, the what, the when, the why, and the how. She believes news reporters have something more to do. “I want my stories to hold people accountable while also informing viewers, entertaining them, and making them feel something. Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that what I do is essential to a healthy democracy, but that’s why I do it.”

Today, VJ, who resides on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, is very happy to be home in New York. “I’m thankful for what the years in the Midwest and South have taught me, but there is nothing like being able to do the job I love here,” she said. “I took a big risk and left a stable job at the top of the station I worked

at in Kentucky for a freelance job here,” she added. In just a short period of time, however, VJ has earned a full-time position reporting on stories near her backyard. “The first time I get to cover a story in my hometown of Katonah will probably be one of my most joyful days,” she shared.

When asked about the role her high school alma mater played in helping to launch her on a trajectory toward a career in broadcast journalism, VJ could not contain her appreciation for her Harvey experience. “Every teacher, every staff member, every student had an impact on me,” VJ said. “I hate to name names because I don’t want to leave a single person out,” she said. “I sing Harvey’s praises constantly — the small class sizes and hands-on approach gave me confidence.”

VJ made great use of the confidence she developed at Harvey to help her along the path to a career she hopes will lead to even bigger things ahead. “I’d like to be an anchor and manager here in New York, to be one of the primary people you can rely on for all the news of the day,” VJ said. In the meantime, how cool would it be to see her career trajectory take her to downtown Katonah, standing before a camera, microphone in hand, giving her report, and signing off with, “In Katonah, this is Veronica Jean Seltzer, News 12.”

Opposite Top. VJ’s TV news headshot // Opposite Bottom. VJ receiving The John L. Loeb, Jr. ’44 Scholarship Cup from Bob Cook at Commencement // Top. VJ reporting on a story at an ice rink // Above Left.

VJ, front row, 2nd from left, in her class commencement photo // Above Right. Voted “Most Studious” girl by her 2009 classmates

COLLEGE

Is More Than A Name

By Karen Grazia

—PLUTARCH, ANCIENT GREEK BIOGRAPHER AND ESSAYIST

“A mind is a fire to be kindled, not a vessel to be filled.”

By offering a much more positive perspective to Upper School students on the college journey, our powerhouse college team of Meg Booth, Alexandra Carrozza, and Alexandra Matthews finds that their approach aligns perfectly with how students came to choose Harvey in the first place.

Students choose The Harvey School because they want an environment where they can become their personal best by challenging themselves, trying new things, and pursuing their passions. Simply put, just being themselves. Harvey’s College Guidance Office views the college search in the very same, thoughtful way. Choosing a college is about more than a well-known name or reputation; it’s about finding a school that has the qualities and attributes that are in line with the student’s interests, personality, and aspirations. It’s about helping students find the college where they will best succeed, thrive, and feel like they belong.

“Our objective is to find the best fit for each individual student,” says Ms. Booth, the director of college guidance. “Ultimately, we want to help our students feel really excited about all of the schools on their college list.” Even though Ms. Booth is completing only her second at Harvey, she has quickly connected with students and made them feel at home in the College Guidance Office.

“I know I can always come to Ms. Booth with any questions or concerns I have and she will always give me a great answer that is helpful,” says junior Bennet Katzin. “That has definitely allowed me to feel more relaxed.”

The College Guidance Office offers a full spectrum of opportunities for all Upper School students to prepare and learn about the college process. College

admissions panels, webinars, more than 60 college admissions representative visits in both the fall and spring, understanding standardized test scores, financial aid information, college fairs, junior and senior parent nights, and Junior Class monthly chats — these are just a few of the offerings for Harvey students and their families.

The College Guidance Office begins to build relationships with students in grades 9 and 10 through group meetings and college events without overwhelming them. “We really want students in their ninth and tenth grade years to focus on their academics and extracurricular activities,” says Ms. Booth. “We want them to have a chance to explore and try new things during those formative years.”

“Everyone knows the college process starts in your junior year,” says junior Loveleigh Viera. “But I like how our college office gets in touch with you before your junior

year so you get to know them. I feel like the process is easier that way.”

Once students reach junior year, they are ready to dive into preparing for a new chapter that is close at hand. That is when juniors are assigned a college advisor, and individual advising begins. Juniors meet with their college advisor regularly throughout the year.

“Each student and their family have different goals, visions for the college experience, and a pace at which they work,” says Ms. Carrozza, associate director of college counseling. “I try to meet everyone where they are individually and help them from that starting point. It’s what makes the college process so complex because there is no right or wrong way to approach it.”

“We want students to feel as comfortable as possible with their advisor because the better we know each other, the better we can advise them,” says Ms. Booth.

What’s the first thought that comes to mind when you think of the college search? Anxiety, stress, an exhausting race to achieve acceptance?

The Harvey College Guidance Office is here to say, it doesn’t have to be this way.

Seniors Kevon Patterson, Dominic D’Onofrio, Jake Hellinger, and Ryan Rodriguez in their college shirts.

“The college office made me feel more relaxed about the college process by keeping me in the loop, as well as suggesting to begin the college search early,” says junior Hudson Chris. “I told Ms. Booth about certain preferences I have concerning colleges, based on their location and other features, and she has given me useful resources to outline my thinking.”

Students spend most of the winter and spring of their junior year researching and exploring colleges. Although they may begin the process with a certain school in mind, the goal of the College Guidance Office is to help students see a bigger picture with more options. “We are very open and honest with students from the start about the reality of the more competitive schools,” Ms. Booth says. “Our goal is to make sure they see that there is not just one school for them and in doing so, we help them come up with a balanced list of safe, target, and reach schools.”

“Ms. Booth has gotten to know me on a personal level to truly understand which college will be the best fit for me socially and academically,” shares junior Emma Galgano. “She gave me a well-thought-out college list that reflects my interest in attending college in a city and my love of journalism.”

–Sam Alexander, senior heading to Hunter College to study Film

The priority is making sure that students set realistic goals while not feeling discouraged about their college options. “As a college counselor, my aim is simple,” says Ms. Carrozza. “I want every student who wants to attend college to have admissions offers to choose from.” But she cautions that, while receiving many acceptances is a positive experience, it doesn’t mean that a student has been “successful” in their college process. “My hope is that students receive offers from colleges that interest them and are a good match in however they define their vision for a college experience,” Ms. Carrozza says.

Senior Gina Valente leaves Harvey feeling grateful that the College Guidance Office made the college process as stressfree as possible. “The college process can be very difficult. From figuring out financial aid to writing your supplemental essay, it is pretty stressful. The

College Office ensured I was being smart about my decisions. They were there to offer help every time I needed it,” says Gina, who has committed to Fordham University to study finance this fall.

As Ms. Matthews steps into her new role as college guidance associate, she is thrilled to be connecting with students beyond teaching Upper School Spanish. “I’ve enjoyed learning more about the students and their goals for college,” says Ms. Matthews. “It has been a true pleasure getting to know my first group of junior advisees, and I look forward to working with them in the months ahead.”

“The College Guidance office has turned the idea of college from an intimidating thought into an exciting new step in my life,” says Emma. “They also gave me recommendations for summer programs and other extracurricular activities that I can do to boost my resume. I can’t wait!”

MEET OUR college team Meg Booth

Director of College Guidance

Ms. Booth spent 15 years in the field of higher education, beginning her career at the American University of Paris and helping to set up the admissions office at the NewSchool of Architecture & Design in San Diego. She also worked at Yale University and Columbia University before coming to Harvey in 2020 as the Director of College Guidance. She got her bachelor’s degree from Middlebury College, where she fell in love with small communities and everything to do with France. Ms. Booth holds two master’s degrees, one from Middlebury in French language and one from Columbia University in Higher Education Administration. Ms. Booth loves the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her husband, Sam, and their three children.

“I know they are rooting for me. They definitely want the best for you.”

The college process is not always easy. Even though a very impressive number of Harvey students are often admitted to their Early Decision school (Class of 2021 was 30%, and Class of 2022 was 35%), what is most impressive is that a much higher majority of students will still end up at their first or secondchoice school. “That tells us that we are helping them align their interests with realistic expectations while also pushing them to take risks,” says Ms. Booth.

Senior Sam Alexander, who is headed to Hunter College to study Film, can testify to the college process at Harvey. “They definitely want the best for you. If you follow their lead, you’re going to go where you want to go,” says Sam. “I know they are rooting for me. That support is what really helped me feel more confident about the college process as a whole.”

Ultimately, Ms. Booth, Ms. Carrozza, and Ms. Matthews want students to use the college process to self-reflect and get to know themselves better. Then they will enter college with greater confidence and a better understanding of how to make the most of their time in college. “If they do that, the students will end up at the colleges that are best suited for them, which is the priority of our office,” Ms. Booth says.

Someone once said, “Admission to a college is not a prize to be won.” Although it’s great to earn admission to a college that is popular or selective, that doesn’t always mean that it’s the best fit for a student. “No matter where a student attends college, they need to be responsible for their own destiny,” Ms. Carrozza says. “That means making an effort to connect with faculty, make friends, and get involved on campus. The ‘name’ of any college is just that, a name!”

Alexandra Matthews

College Guidance Associate

In addition to joining the College Guidance Office this year, Ms. Matthews has been teaching Upper School Spanish at Harvey since 2017. She received a Bachelor of Arts from Vassar College in English and Italian with a minor in Hispanic Studies, and two master’s degrees from Middlebury College, one in Spanish, the other in Italian. Ms. Matthews has taught K-12 English in Italy and Spain, and loves living in a river town. She enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her two mischievous cats.

Alexandra Carrozza

Associate Director of College Counseling

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Joining the College Guidance Office in January 2022, Ms. Carrozza came from the Lawrenceville School where she was a college counselor for the last five years. She previously worked in admissions at Columbia University and Trinity College. Ms. Carrozza received her Bachelor of Arts in English from the College of the Holy Cross and her EdM in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies: Higher Education Administration from Boston University. She enjoys spending time with family and their dog, Penny.

“I can confidently say that the College Guidance Office has made my college process as stress-free as possible.”

–Emma Galgano,

Seniors Gina Valente, Nairobi Jones, and Talia Campbell in their college shirts.

Harvey Goes There.

ALLAN DILONE RODRIGUEZ ’20

Moving to his junior year this fall at Wheaton College studying Business Marketing and minoring in Hispanic Studies and Global Literacy Studies, Allan also plays first base for the Wheaton College baseball team.

“I definitely miss the connections I made with friends and faculty throughout the Harvey community,” says Allan.

DANI ODDO ’18

Having graduated this year with a major in psychology and a minor in sports management from Salve Regina University, Dani also completed a rewarding collegiate basketball career as guard for the Seahawks. Another perk of going to college in Rhode Island — frequent visits to the beach! Even though it’s been four years since she graduated from Harvey, Dani says, “I miss seeing my Harvey friends every day, the supportive teachers, and the sports.”

KATIE KETNER ’19

Having completed her junior year at SUNY New Paltz, Katie is working toward her BFA in Metal with a minor in Digital Design and Fabrication. This year, she gained valuable experience in her craft through an internship with the Hudson Valley Additive Manufacturing Center and in the metals studio at New Paltz, which she describes as “amazing facilities.” Katie says, “I feel I am finally fulfilling the dreams I developed while at Harvey. I am really looking forward to creating my thesis next year as a senior.”

JACOB SKLAR ’20

Entering his junior year at Miami University in Ohio, Jacob is a sports leadership and management major with a minor in film studies. He is involved in Greek life, holding an executive-board position for his fraternity. He hopes to study abroad in Luxembourg next spring.

“One thing I miss is the relationships and the rapport that I had with my teachers at Harvey,” says Jacob.

What Our Alums Are Up To in College

CIAN KEOHANE ’18

Cian graduated in May from Nichols College with a major in communications and a minor in criminal justice. He served as captain of Nichols’ men’s lacrosse team, which ended their season in a semifinal loss to the No. 1 seed in the Commonwealth Coast Conference.

One thing he misses about Harvey? “I miss having those in-person relationships with my teachers and coaches,” says Cian.

JANE KELLERAN ’19

Entering her senior year this fall at San Diego State University majoring in Political Science and Sociology, Jane has kept busy in addition to her studies. She is currently an ambassador for several different clothing lines based in Southern California.

Jane says, “I miss Harvey and, of course, playing girls lacrosse. I even miss the snow!”

CHLOE SAVITCH ’18

Chloe enjoyed a busy senior year at Union College, double-majoring in psychology and theater, with a minor in sociology. She also was a participant in intramural volleyball, as well as stage manager for the Theater and Dance Department, Philanthropy Chair for Gamma Phi Beta Panhellenic Sorority, and Girls on the Run coach. She was involved in multiple clubs including Chabad, Environmental, Planned Parenthood Across Generations, and Frisbee. “I miss the teachers and theater department at Harvey,” says Chloe. “Also, the lacrosse team.”

ALEX OGG ’19

A soon-to-be senior at Indiana University at Bloomington as a liberal studies major, Alex is a busy student-athlete, playing NCAA Division I baseball as a pitcher for the Hoosiers. “The biggest thing I miss about Harvey is the friends that I made while I was there,” says Alex. “These are the people that I still keep in touch with today. I often find myself thinking about the fun that we had while we were at Harvey.”

NEVER STOP EXPLORING The Adventure Continues...

Trekking to the northernmost “corners” of various countries is a passion for world explorer and Harvey alum Richard Montague ’48. Our Winter 2022 issue recounted Richard’s journey to the northernmost point of Germany and Austria in 2021. Now, in this spring issue, he shares one of his favorite adventures — one that brought him to the FINOSE, the northernmost such three-country “corner” in the world and one of only two such “corners” in Scandinavia. The location of FINOSE also marks the location of the northernmost point of Sweden.

“For the last several years, I have been making annual cross-country journeys on skis during April to the location of the FINOSE border monument,” shares Richard.

The journey involves a nearly 15-mile round trip from the tiny Finnish border settlement of Kilpisjärvi, west across a series of frozen lakes and low hills, to reach Lake Golddajärvi on which the border monument stands. Lake Golddajärvi marks the continental water divide at this location in Scandinavia between rivers that flow to the west in the Atlantic (Norwegian Sea) from those that flow east and south into the Gulf of Bothnia (Baltic Sea).

“The lake’s position has formed, per terms of the Stromstad Treaty of 1751, the national border between Norway and Sweden,” says Richard. “This border, measuring more than 1,000 miles in length, is one of the oldest, still-in-force national boundaries in all of Europe.”

Richard memorialized this particular exploration with photographs taken April 13, 2017. “I was all alone at the time and encountered no other skiers on the 24-kilometer-long trip,” he says. “The weather was favorable for the six-hour journey, with little or no wind and a temperature of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.” This is important to note as the topography is fairly open and travelers need to take into account the possibility of sudden strong winds from the Norwegian coast.

Today, the FINOSE monument displays atop the cairn original “possession pillars” set up in 1897 by the Norwegian government, by the Swedish government in 1901, and by the Finnish government in 1926. “This modern Finnish pillar

Top to Bottom. Richard at Norwegian segment of the three-country corner

// Richard reaches the Swedish segment of the corner. // Standing proud at the Finnish segment of the corner

replaces, in part, the original 1897 pillar set up earlier by the government of Imperial Russia,” Richard says.

The Norwegian possession pillar shows the royal insignia of King Oscar II, King of Norway from 1872 to 1905. The Swedish pillar displays the Three Crowns symbol of Sweden. The current Finnish (Suomi) possession pillar replaces the former Imperial Russian insignia of N-2, for Czar Nicholas II, with the new designation “Suomi 1926.”

Currently 88 years old and living in Ebenhausen, Germany, our intrepid alum is off on yet another adventure that he will share in an upcoming issue of Harvey Magazine. Richard leaves us with these wise words. “My counsel to other Harvey School graduates — never stop exploring!”

Harvey Spring Barn Dance!

With eager anticipation growing and the giddy excitement building, parents, past parents, alums, trustees, faculty, and staff came out in a big way to kick up their heels at the Harvey Spring Barn Dance held on campus on the evening of May 7. Dressed in casual chic sundresses, jean jackets, cowboy boots and hats, everyone got into the spirit of this welcoming event that left them feeling happy and energized to be celebrating together again — despite the drizzly drab weather outside.

With nearly 250 in attendance, the night provided some boot-stompin’ entertainment with a fiddler playing and an original rap song written and performed by Harvey Middle School teacher Austin Morgan. The evening also included southern barbecue cuisine such as sliders, pulled pork, smoked chicken, and all the fixins from Chef Suchada Palmer and her partners at FLIK, and line dancing led by Adam Cherko — real estate agent by day and line dancing instructor by night.

Mr. Morgan charged up the room with our live appeal to benefit the Weil House & Barn Renovation Project (See inside back cover for more details.) and, through the generous support of those in attendance, we raised more than $270,000! Included in the festivities was a video created by Jared Peraglia ’18 featuring students and administrators. Happy bidders challenged each other to end up victorious at the conclusion of the evening with a wide variety of tantalizing Silent Auction items, from Mets tickets to trips to the Caribbean from Elite Resorts to dazzling diamond earrings from Bijou in Katonah.

We are extremely grateful to all our volunteers who secured a myriad of auction items, brought in a number of sponsors, and turned The Walker Center for the Arts into an old-fashioned barn. Thank you also to our generous sponsors, particularly FLIK Hospitality Group, Krasdale Foods, PCSB Bank, Rob Siegel Architects, and Belmont Land Design. We can’t wait until next year to see what our Parent Association volunteers will put together next!

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Middle School Exploration

1. Math teacher Michael Fink instructs students Graham Casey ’27, Daniel Lehman ’27 and Tayla Langer ’26. // 2. On their way to tennis practice: Cameron Lederer ’27, Aidan Garcia ’27, Matthew Lerner ’27, Jordan Collins ’28, and Ben Tobias ’28 // 3. Friendship: Lilah Groff ’28, Yamilla Jackson ’28, and Madison Boothe ’27 // 4. Middle School boys are always ready for fun. // 5. Sixth graders Gavin Fogarty and Isabel Doran take a fresh-air break. // 6. Jacob Pinney, Daniel Lehman, and Peikang Hu are focused in Grade 7 science. // 7. Sixth grader Theo Yanni gets a ride with his golf clubs. // 8. Eighth grader Amani Carty gets a little guidance from Ms. Merola in art. // 9. Robert LawrenceComerford ’27 is all smiles in Spanish class. // 10. Seventh graders Sullivan Wieting and Lee Birch earn Teamwork Award at a VEX IQ robotics competition.

Harvey Perspective Middle School: Building Blocks to Success

By Dr. Stephanie Metz, Middle School Dean of Students

As a middle school educator, one of the things I look forward to at Commencement each year is the opportunity to reflect on graduates whom I educated during their middle school years. It is a yearly reminder of the development and growth that occurs during the course of several years. Sometimes a child’s middle school experience can feel as though it’s not as significant as elementary or high school, but those of us who work with this age group understand how pivotal these years are in a child’s development. The senior year celebrations and academic achievements are a reminder of the tremendous growth that occurs as students move on from middle school. Their experiences in the middle school years set the stage for their continued development during high school.

A quality middle school program helps students build the necessary skills they need to be successful in high school and beyond. Beginning in sixth grade, Harvey Middle School faculty members focus on integrating core competencies into content classes as part of their students’ academic trajectory. You’ll find students organizing their lockers, reaching out to teachers for extra help, or enjoying time outside with their peers. The annual Harvey speech and poetry contests allow students the opportunity to practice public speaking prior to reaching upper school. Developmentally, having three years to hone public speaking abilities makes a tremendous difference. Providing middle school students with foundational experiences is integral to complementing the work teachers do in the classroom across all grade levels and content areas.

Middle School students benefit from a study hall embedded into their academic day, which allows time to complete homework assignments and prepare for upcoming assessments. Students use the time to practice self-advocacy when it comes to their individual learning. This is evident during the winter exam period, when a strong emphasis is placed on the process of preparing to be successful on these assessments.

Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to take risks by trying out different activities and electives of interest to them. This helps students build skills in time management to balance their extracurricular interests and academic

workload. It’s not uncommon for students to pursue an activity in the theater while simultaneously participating on a sports team. Middle schoolers might try competing in the robotics elective, writing for the school newspaper, or learning tennis or volleyball.

Middle School builds the foundational building blocks that allow for continued growth in Upper School. By the time ninth grade arrives, students have learned how to balance their time and know themselves as learners to capitalize on the high school experience. At Harvey, this culminates during senior year as students continue on with the college process and embark on the Senior Bridge seminar experience. The foundational blocks built during Middle School propel students’ future academic successes and help develop skills needed for achievement in Upper School.

Harvey Founders Day &

We continue to build on our newest tradition of honoring Harvey Founders Day on the same day as our Day of Giving each year in February. Our second annual Day of Giving on Feb. 10 was met with the same excitement and buzz as in its inaugural year. The day started off with the Harvey Cavalier mascot, enthusiastically represented by senior Ryan Spiro, welcoming students and parents in the morning. Harvey development interns offered hot chocolate to parents, and Harvey beanie hats and goodies were given to each student.

A joyful atmosphere carried on throughout the day as students, faculty, and staff donned Harvey spirit apparel and enjoyed music and activities during lunch. The Harvey student band provided uplifting entertainment during the two lunch waves, and students participated in a lively relay game and “wrap the mummy,” as well as a raffle for fun Harvey-themed prizes.

Keeping with tradition, the two youngest students at Harvey this year cut the first Founders Day cake. This year, honors went to sixth graders Sophie Frankel and Adam Hajem. At the second lunch, ninth graders Ted Clement and Lucien Fried were joined by sophomore Dylan Bazaar to cut the second Founders Day cake. Harvey’s second annual Day of Giving wrapped up the Harvey spirit-filled day by raising $350,000 from our very generous and caring community!

Poetry Lifts Spirits in Lasdon Theater

The year 2022 marked the return of the Michael Lopes Poetry Recitation Contest to the stage in Lasdon Theater after two years without a live presentation. On April 14, English Chair Jeffrey Seymour welcomed everyone back to the annual event honoring former English teacher and poet Michael Lopes (Harvey 1983-2000). “I’m so glad we get to celebrate the hard work of our community together, in person,” said Mr. Seymour before announcing this year’s host, English teacher Tucker Kiessling ’02.

Student finalists in grades 6-12 recited poems by Robert Frost, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Maya Angelou, William Shakespeare, Xaire, and William Carlos Williams, to name a few. “The finalists stood out in an incredible, impressive field,” said Mr. Kiessling. “I want to say to all the students who got up on stage, you demonstrated remarkable dedication, talent, and in my introverted opinion, courage,” he said.

The Middle School winner was eighth grader Olivia Barsky with “Jabberwocky” by Lewis Carroll. Her attention to diction, emotion, and embodying the poem stood out, drawing the audience into her recitation. Sixth grader Amity Doyle received Honorable Mention recognition for her recitation of “Little Tree” by E. E. Cummings. Amity displayed presence and confidence beyond her grade.

The Upper School winner was senior Elizabeth Cioffi with an impressive recitation of the complex and challenging “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” by T. S. Eliot. Honorable Mention went to junior Jasmine Zhang for her beautiful recitation of “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” by William Wordsworth.

Upper School student musicians entertained the audience during the judges’ deliberations, with senior Zach Grann performing his original song “World on Fire,” providing vocals while playing piano. Senior Oscar Lo sang the original song “Not the Only Girl on this Earth,” co-written with fellow senior William Wang with music performed by seniors Ryan Spiro on bass guitar and Brent Schwartz on guitar, and juniors Harry Acrish on guitar and Rijk Shupe on drums. Senior Leo Saperstein also performed, singing and playing ukulele.

“I’m so glad we get to celebrate the hard work of our community together, in person.”

—Mr. Seymour

Olivia Barsky

Jasmine Zhang

Brent Schwartz, Harry Acrish, Oscar Lo, and Ryan Spiro

Dr. Phyllis Ross, Sharron Kearney, Andromeda Klein, and Matthew Piazzi

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Upper School Soaring

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1. Bonded rugby team members, juniors James Miller, Charles Treseler, Daniel Gasch, Clayton Collum, and Dylan Kluge, with Ian Bryant ’24, William Herman ’25, all holding Jonah Kass ’25. // 2. Ninth graders William Bland and Shae-Anne Falconer share a laugh. // 3. Luis Felipe Breidenbach Klein finds a quiet moment to read. // 4. Juniors Kailey Bologh and Aleah Ford Sussman // 5. Ninth grader Christina Phipps focuses on her piano lesson. // 6. Senior Oscar Lo with ninth grader Jonah Kass // 7. Sophomore Katie McCulloch competing in robotics // 8. Former NY Knicks player John Wallace with junior Jordan Latta at a Harvey basketball game // 9. Dylan Kluge ’23 and Jennifer Mena ’24 give spring a thumbs up. // 10. Our boarding students help prepare a special meal to celebrate the Chinese New Year. // 11. Seniors Kevon Patterson, Halima Konteh, Tori Shapiro, and Armaan Bhaskar

Seniors Pursue Independent Learning

The final year at Harvey provides an opportunity for seniors to become more independent and adventurous thinkers while reinforcing the skills that will prepare them for the rigors and autonomy of college and beyond. In addition to design thinking and problem-based coursework, students choose an independent learning project for research, exploration, and, finally, for presentation at the Senior Expo. Here are some of their fascinating projects.

Teddy Abt Book Edge Painting

Teddy has always enjoyed reading and painting, so, after seeing a video of someone painting the book edge of “The Hobbit” on social media, she knew her Senior Learning Project was a great opportunity to give it a try.

While Teddy researched some information on the history of book painting and descriptions on how to do it, she had to figure out a lot for herself. “Book edge painting is a pretty niche art form, so there was a ton of trial and error in the process,” said Teddy. “I had to learn how to adjust from painting on flat paper to the edges of books. It took me a while to discover that watercolor acts more like markers when painting on the edges of books.”

In addition to researching and creating the artwork on books, Teddy wrote artist statements explaining how the paintings connected to the novels. Although book edge painting isn’t something publishers regularly offer, there are plenty of artists selling their work online, such as on Etsy.

Overall, the project was inspiring for Teddy. “I was in a bit of a painting slump at the time,”

she said. “However, going out of my comfort zone and painting things I wouldn’t normally do was very enjoyable. I found that I really liked my project.”

Alexander Anastos Improving Your 55-Meter Dash Time

During COVID quarantine, Alexander used that extra time to improve his speed for when he returned to the baseball diamond by running the 60-yard dash at various showcases. When the time came to choose a Senior Learning Project, the idea sparked in him to take sprinting to the next level by joining the winter track team and document how to improve his speed.

“I came up with a workout plan with my track coach, Mr. Coscio (a former Division I college runner) and was able to measure my progress in an organized way,” said Alexander. “I also took the time to learn about nutrition before I go to college.”

Alexander researched articles and videos used by Olympians and college runners to further his knowledge. “I was also lucky enough to talk to a few D-I runners, Aman Thorton and Carson Tillman from Clemson track, and Dillon Fields from University of Miami cross country and track,” Alexander said. “They gave me a list of their most effective workouts and diet tips to make the most out of my project. Mr. Coscio, who was my mentor, also gave me pointers on improving my running form.”

The result was a success as Alexander improved his 55-meter dash time from 7.53 to 7.29. The big question — can anyone improve their time?

“Everyone can improve their time,” said Alexander. “However, genetic factors such as athleticism, body type, and natural talent can either increase or decrease the time in which it takes someone to see results. Some people are born sprinters and others are born distance runners,” he adds.

Liz Cioffi Zinemaking

Zines are “do-it-yourself” independent publications that use different mediums to share information. Starting in the 1930s, zines reached their peak in the 1990s and early 2000s and have declined since, but Liz has always found them fascinating.

“Over the summer I took a couple of poetry classes, and for my senior project, I wanted to combine a medium I knew and understood with the challenge of collaging,” Liz said. “I mainly researched college archives, which had a lot of interesting styles of zines. There are a lot of different genres as well, so it was interesting to find my own style.”

Since Liz had very little knowledge about how to make zines, she practiced making smaller handheld ones to get a grasp on the basics of designing and creating a zine with a concrete theme. “Many independent artists make zines today that can be found in record and comic stores,” said Liz. “Although zines are not as popular anymore, they are still incredibly interesting to read and to make.”

Lizzie Vesco

Drawing Blood from a Horse

When tasked with deciding on a topic for her Independent Learning Project, Lizzie decided she wanted to learn about something that brought together her two biggest passions, nursing and horses. Combining the two, she came up with the idea of learning to draw blood from horses.

“Being a member of the equine community since I was 7 years old, I spent years watching vet techs perform the task of drawing blood from horses,” said Lizzie. “I’m a visual learner, so spending time observing and receiving guidance from my mentor Emily Scott gave me the confidence to complete the task of drawing blood from a horse.”

Recently accepted to the Sacred Heart University Davis & Henley College of Nursing, Lizzie said, “The skill of drawing blood came quite naturally to me and is something I look forward to practicing in the future on both humans and horses!”

As a student who was always highly interested in all things science and anatomy-related, she is excited that her project further nurtured her passion for helping others. “I look forward to applying both my equine and general medical knowledge going forward to become the best nurse I can be,” Lizzie said. “I believe learning how to draw blood for this project will contribute to that journey.”

Artistic spotlight

Opposite. Junior Juliet Jaques performing in the February dance concert “Dancing in the Moonlight” // 1. Olivia Barsky as the lead in the Middle School Showcase production of “Cinderella” // 2. Acrylic painting by junior Kira Ortega // 3. The cast of the Middle School spring play “Sherlock Holmes and the 1st Baker Street Irregular” // 4. Acrylic painting by senior Evan Xu // 5. Junior Aleah Ford Sussman and senior Amanda Mohamad in the Upper School spring play “Our Town”

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Winter Sports Wrap

After missing the entire 2020-21 season to COVID protocols, Harvey’s winter sports teams got back to business in a big way this year. Although this season did not produce a league title, it had its share of exciting games and outstanding individual performances, including two for the record books. The ice hockey team and the JV and varsity girls and boys basketball squads played like champions, giving their all each game to duly represent their school in both performance and character.

The following players were recognized for awards by their leagues and their coaches. >

Varsity HOCKEY

(7-8; 3-7 FAA)

FAA All-League 1st team Jacob Hellinger

FAA Honorable Mention Jordan Freund MVP Jacob Hellinger

Rookie of the Year Anthony Galtieri

Sportsmanship Luke Weidner Coaches Jake Cremins

Corsano Cup Jordan Freund

Girls Varsity BASKETBALL

(4-10; 4-7 HVAL)

NEPSAC Class C All-Star Kira Ortega

HVAL All-League Kira Ortega Sofia Marcos Munoz MVP Kira Ortega

MIP Wendy Lichtenberg Cavalier Spirit Sofia Marcos Munoz

Boys Varsity BASKETBALL

(7-7; 6-5 HVAL)

All-NEPSAC

Regimantas Ciunys

Jayden Kass

HVAL All-League

Regimantas Ciunys

Jayden Kass

MVP

Regimantas Ciunys

MIP Jayden Kass

Coaches

Dominic D’Onofrio

Cavalier Spirit

Charles Hildebrandt

Varsity Coed INDOOR TRACK

MVPs

Sam Alexander

Jose Vasquez

Top Freshman

Sophia Beldotti

Cavalier Spirit

Bennet Katzin

Varsity Coed SKI

MVP

Asher Berni

MIP

Katie McCulloch

Sportsmanship

Evan Goldblum

Cavalier Spirit

Alex Piper

Winter Term

Jake Hellinger ’22 and Kira Ortega ’23

Kira Ortega: Welcome

to the 1,000-Point Club

Kira Ortega entered The Harvey School’s record books as only the sixth member of the 1,000-career-point club with a 27-point performance at home Monday, Feb. 14, in her varsity basketball team’s 43-26 win against Oakwood Friends School.

Needing only a single point to hit the illustrious milestone, the junior point guard made her history-making basket on a foul shot at the 6:04 mark in the first quarter. As Kira walked to the free-throw line, many in the Fenstermacher Athletic Center crowd stood and cheered in anticipation of the special moment when the team’s leading scorer would enter Harvey basketball legendry. Calmly and confidently, Kira approached the free-throw line, set herself, and put up a shot that swished through the net and sealed her name in Harvey history.

Kira becomes only the second girl to reach the career mark, taking her place alongside Julia Mallon ’18, whom Kira succeeded as the team’s leading scorer when she arrived as an eighth grader in the 2018-19 season, a year after Mallon graduated from Harvey to attend Emerson College.

In addition to Mallon, Kira shares membership in the 1K club with Ricky Hicks ’15, Tré Wilson ’11, Tyrone Foster ’93, and current Manhattan College men’s basketball coach Steve Masiello ’96.

Of the six players to reach 1,000 points, Kira becomes the second fastest to reach it, doing so in her third year of

varsity play. The fastest to reach it is Masiello, who played for Harvey for two years after transferring from Stepinac as a junior. Masiello, entering his 12th year as the Jaspers’ head coach, made Kentucky as a walk-on freshman, played four years for the Wildcats, and was on the school’s NCAA championship team in 1997-98.

A two-time NEPSAC All-Star and HVAL All-League player, Kira had a chance to reach 1,000 points in her sophomore year, but COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the 2020-21 season. With her senior year on the horizon, one more year of basketball would likely result in Kira graduating as the No. 1 player in career points in Harvey hoops history.

JV Boys Navy BASKETBALL

(7-2)

MVP-Offense Jonah Kass

MVP-Defense Daniel Bussey Cavalier Spirit Ryan Byrne

JV Boys Maroon BASKETBALL (3-7)

MVP Dante Meloni

MVP Offense Samuel Levine

MVP Defense Josiah Ellis Coaches Dylan Gueli

JV Girls BASKETBALL (0-8)

MVP Juliana Rocco MIP Mariana Kriuchkova Cavalier Spirit Erica Freedman

MS Boys Maroon

BASKETBALL

(6-2)

MVP Cameron Powell-Spruils MIP

Conor Shepard Sportsmanship Eli Klagsbrun

MS Boys Navy

BASKETBALL (7-1)

MVP Markus Jones Zach Roberts MIP Jacob Pinney Sportsmanship Aidan Garcia

MS Girls BASKETBALL (6-1) MVP Amani Carty MIP Christiana Greene Sportsmanship Sarah Fisher

faculty & staff NEWS

Fond Farewells

Four long-standing members of the Harvey faculty and staff are retiring or moving on to new adventures at the end of the 2021-22 school year. We wish them all that best and know we will miss them!

She will definitely miss the relationships that she has made with some of the faculty during the last 17 years. She will also miss teaching students to appreciate math and showing them that they can be a mathematician even when they have not had success in past classes. “I know that the relationships I have made with current students and alumni will continue into the future,” Mrs. Phillips says.

One of her favorite memories at Harvey is one of her first, which she regularly shared with new teachers. While teaching in public school, she often had 30 students per class and didn’t get to know many of them well. On her first day at Harvey, she had the following conversation with one of her students:

Liz: “Mrs. Phillips, where do you live?”

Mrs. Phillips: “I live in Dutchess County, which is about an hour north of Harvey.”

Liz: “Oh, ok.”

Mrs. Phillips: “Why were you asking?” (Thinking she was going to egg my house or something!)

Liz: “In case I need extra help at night, I wanted to know how far away you were. But it will be too far.”

Amie Phillips 2005-22

What has Amie Phillips not done at Harvey? She finishes her career as the mathematics department chair, Upper School math teacher, and varsity softball coach. In addition, she’s been the co-coordinator of the Equestrian Riding Program, varsity girls soccer assistant coach, advisor to the Fantasy Sports Club and Cooking Club, new teacher mentor, and a participant on the admissions committee and athletic director hiring committee. On top of all that, she’s a Harvey parent herself!

Mrs. Phillips is not sure of her next chapter, but she will find it in Lexington, Virginia, where she is moving with her husband, Greg Phillips, head of security at Harvey. “I plan to take a few months to decompress and enjoy relaxing by the Maury River,” says Mrs. Phillips. “We hope to have a garden and a few chickens at our house to keep us busy while we decide on our next steps.”

Mrs. Phillips went home that night and told her husband that “I had no idea where I was now teaching but apparently students come to teachers’ homes for extra help.”

“Amie has been an incredible presence on our campus and in our community since her arrival,” says Head of Upper School Phil Lazzaro. “Her work, both in the classroom and in the softball and equestrian communities, has had an impact beyond words. I appreciate all she has given to the students in our community,” Mr. Lazzaro says.

As she transitions to a more relaxed pace, Mrs. Phillips plans to visit her son Connor ’18 in Georgia, where he was commissioned after graduating in May from the Virginia Military Institute. She also looks forward to daughter Erin ’22 attending Virginia Tech in the fall, where Mrs. Phillips will enjoy attending her horse shows.

Many well wishes on this new chapter in your lives, Amie and Greg!

Rosana Lindoro 2003-22

During the last 19 years, Rosana Lindoro has taught Spanish; coached Middle School girls soccer, varsity girls lacrosse, and girls soccer; and supervised the Fitness Center after school. In the fall, she plans to work as a Spanish/ESL teacher and also teach adult education at a local community college until she formally retires in a few years.

“My favorite memories are the trips I was fortunate to take with my students where I got to know them as people and not just students,” shared Ms. Lindoro. Another favorite memory is forming the Spanish Honors Society and instituting the yearly induction ceremony. “The students were so proud!”

She will miss the spontaneity of the Harvey students, the small classes, and her fellow teachers who are always friendly and helpful. “I will miss Mrs. Smith as she was the first person who welcomed me to Harvey, and my buddies Ms. Pilar Menacho and Ms. Maria Cal who have been there in my highs and lows,” said Ms. Lindoro.

Languages Chair Tim Cornell will miss having Ms. Lindoro as a colleague and as his friend. “We both started at Harvey in 2003 and soon became friends,” said Mr. Cornell. “I could always

rely on Rosana as someone to help out when needed. Her professionalism and organizational skills helped tremendously, and she graciously opened her home a couple of times as a homestay family for a teacher visiting from Japan. I will miss her friendship and dedication to the craft of teaching,” he said. “Harvey won’t be the same without you!”

Ms. Lindoro is looking forward to a nice and restful summer, as well as traveling with her daughter to Colombia. When she finally does retire, she plans to spend time volunteering and gardening. Best wishes, Rosana!

Chris Romanowicz 1998-2022

For more than 25 years, Chris Romanowicz has given so much to The Harvey School. She served as a dorm parent, which she loved, and supervised faculty and student visits and applications. She has been the school receptionist; taken student attendance; and, with the departure of Char Stark in 2015, multitasked as receptionist, book manager, and attendance. In the past, she has helped with all aspects of planning commencement ceremonies. Mrs. Romanowicz has also beautified the campus by planting flowers at the front entrance and performed other gardening work.

“Need a document spell-checked? Signs laminated? Even a gift wrapped? Chris was there to pitch in and help!” said Michelle Morris, assistant to the head of school. “In addition to taking care of attendance, answering phone calls, and

running the bookstore, Chris stepped up to help with any task when needed. She has been my support system at Harvey and will be greatly missed!”

Mrs. Romanowicz’s retirement will take her to Middletown, Maryland, to enjoy being closer to family and find new adventures. It will be much different than Katonah. “The Appalachian Trail is in our backyard, and, across the street you’ll find Washington State Park,” Mrs. Romanowicz says.

“I’ve always found the Harvey students to be spirited and inquisitive,” says Mrs. Romanowicz. “I will miss their energy and the challenges of what comes next at Harvey, and how I would have helped.”

Mrs. Romanowicz will be missed by many. “Enjoy this new chapter of your life with your family,” says Mrs. Joanne Lombardi, Assistant to Middle School Division Head. “I hope it is filled with good health, happiness, and exciting new adventures.”

It is difficult for Mrs. Romanowicz to name just one favorite memory during her 25 years at Harvey because she says things are always changing, evolving, and improving. “I do feel like I’m leaving Harvey in good hands,” she says.

We will miss you in the book store! Best wishes and happy adventures, Chris!

Effie

Afentoulides 2007-22

“Every organization has that person, that one person whom everyone turns to for help, for advice, for a hand, for an idea, for an ear, for a shoulder. It’s that person who steadfastly and quietly, day in and day out, gets the job done. The one who, when someone asks, “Who made this beautiful gift, sent these beautiful flowers, remembered my birthday, knew about my promotion?” The answer is always that one individual. They have all the answers, all the history, and all the time in the world … for you. At Harvey, everyone knows that person is Effie Afentoulides,” shares Director of Development Susie Danziger. Mrs. Afentoulides has worked in the Development Office at Harvey for 15 years, joining in July 2008 as the database manager. She quickly settled in and before long, she was known for her keen eye for detail, her extraordinary work ethic, her warmth, and her baklava. Mrs. Afentoulides moved on to become the office manager; Annual Fund coordinator; the database manager again; and most recently has been the Director of Parent Programs, Events, and Operations. To each of these roles, Mrs. Afentoulides

Baby News

Harvey nurse Kerby Lewis and her husband, Andrew, welcomed their second son, Nicholas Stephen Cabry, Oct. 29, 2021 weighing in at 8 pounds, 4 ounces, and 19.5 inches long. “We are loving every second with this little guy!” shared Nurse Lewis. Nicholas joins his big brother, Vincent.

brought her can-do attitude, her infectious smile, and that twinkle in her eye.

When Maya Angelou said — I have learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel — she had Mrs. Afentoulides in mind. While her words are always filled with kindness, what truly sets her apart from the rest is the way she makes you feel … noticed, like you’ve made a difference, and loved.

With the conclusion of this school year, Mrs. Afentoulides will have put together her last commencement gift bag, her last wine and cheese basket, her last paperless post invitation, her last PA agenda, her last Zoom link, her last alumni association membership card, her last name tag, and her last logo’ed chapstick. When Mrs. Afentoulides closes her computer, turns off the lights, and drives out of the Harvey parking lot for the last time, she will head off to tend her garden, visit Greece, bake cookies, volunteer at her church, and spend time with her family — especially her two beautiful grandchildren.

What will Mrs. Afentoulides miss most? “I will miss my Harvey family — my co-workers, the students, and the parents,” she said. “I will remember Harvey with a smile on my face due to the many relationships I’ve made over the years.” Mrs. Afentoulides is definitely looking forward to having “the luxury of time” to spend doing all the things she loves and doing that with the ones she loves.

Harvey will be a little quieter and a little sad that day, but the impact of her work and her friendship will long live on. We will miss you, Effie!

Harvey Business Office Controller Leigh Tillman and her husband welcomed their second child, Daisy Parker Tillman, March 22, 2022. “Her big brother Archer loves to snuggle with her, and we couldn’t be happier!” shared Ms. Tillman.

Nurse Lewis holding baby Nicholas with her husband and son Vincent

Baby Nicholas

Ms. Tillman with her husband and baby Daisy

Baby Daisy

You Can Leave a Legacy That Changes Lives

You have the power to make a lasting impact on the future of The Harvey School by joining The Herbert Carter Legacy Society, named in honor of the school’s founder. The Society comprises alumni and friends of Harvey who have informed the school that they have included a bequest that names Harvey as a beneficiary. Wills, charitable remainder trusts, and life insurance policies allow you to leave a legacy to benefit Harvey students, while meeting your personal financial goals.

Without reducing your income or diminishing your savings and without legal expense, you can transfer assets from bank investments, retirement, insurance, stock or mutual fund accounts to accomplish your charitable goals. Completing a beneficiary designation form takes only a few minutes, and the impact can last a lifetime — providing today’s students the opportunity to find their passions and become their best selves!

If you are considering a planned gift, please consult with your financial advisor. If Harvey is already in your estate plans, please let us know. We would love to add your name to the growing list of The Carter Society members and recognize your extraordinary generosity.

Herbert Carter Legacy Society Members

Laurence Baschkin ’77

Pieter Catlow ’73

Dan Chapman ’73

John G. Davis ’50

Peter Duncan ’65

Rowena & Barry W. Fenstermacher, Headmaster Emeritus

John French ’47

Paul A. Hollos ’52

Gene S. Lasdon Jeannette & Jeffrey Lasdon Patrick O. Peterkin ’78

Gerald J. Pollack

Dawn Stuttig

Kit Wise ’62

// To discuss leaving a legacy gift, contact Susie Danziger at sdanziger@harveyschool.org.

You can make Harvey a gift of a lifetime.

alumni news

Dear Harvey Alumni,

Great teachers combined with great support systems change the trajectory of a child’s life — this could not be more true about Harvey. The commitment Harvey makes to each and every student allows them to flourish, gain confidence, and feel comfortable to explore and take risks, whether in the classroom, on the sports field, or in the arts. As I look back at my time as a student at Harvey, I am in awe of the foundation that was laid, which set the trajectory of my life. Such things as being held accountable for one’s actions, making the most of each opportunity given, remaining true to yourself, and knowing that each one of us is unique and special and has something to contribute continue to be such valuable lessons.

In this issue, we profile some fellow alums and get a glimpse into where life has taken them and the journey that they have been on since their years at Harvey. As an alum, I am fully aware of the impact that Harvey has had and continues to have on my life. Life has come full circle now that my son, Cade Gilligan, is a rising sophomore at Harvey. The lessons I learned have stayed with me and have made such a great impact that it was very important that my child is provided with the same opportunities that I was granted by attending such an amazing school.

In closing, a few of the greatest lessons that I learned during my years as a student at Harvey were that making mistakes provides valuable learning opportunities, that no one is perfect, that respect has to be given to be received, and that you can become anything.

I hope that whatever trajectory you may be on, you remain focused on things that make you happy and bring you great joy.

Warm regards, Lara Casano ’95, Harvey Alumni Association, President

Upcoming Alumni Events

The NYC Networking Event in April was fantastic! Check out the following pages for the recap. Mark your calendars now for the Harvey Homecoming & Alumni Reunion: Saturday, October 15, 2022! It promises to be a fun day including our alumni luncheon, Alumni Hall of Fame awards, athletic games, Farmers Market, 5K Run & Walk, and campus tours. You don’t want to miss it! Keep updated on all alumni events and happenings by reading the monthly Alumni Newsletter and visiting harveyschool.org/alumni. Scan the code to update your contact information so that you stay connected to receive all things Harvey Alumni related!

Where Are You? Missing Alumni & Former Students

The following are alumni and former students for whom we do not have contact information. If you have any information on these individuals, please contact alumni@harveyschool.org to help us reconnect with them.

NYC Networking Returns at Madison Square Garden!

After a long absence due to the pandemic, the always popular Harvey Alumni NYC Networking event returned at a new location. Harvey alums eagerly flocked to the private NY Rangers box at Madison Square Garden April 12 to catch up with fellow alums, do some career networking, enjoy some good food, and take in a NY Rangers game together. Filled to capacity, the box provided the Harvey alums an evening of fun together with plenty of reminiscing and laughter.

Associate Director of Alumni Relations Greg Janos ’98 was thrilled to welcome alums representing many of the decades from the 1950s to 2017. “It was exciting to see everyone together in person again, in such a great atmosphere,” Greg said. “What made the event even more special was how quickly the alums began engaging with each other, catching up, looking at old pictures, and reminiscing about their Harvey days. The event also served as a great career networking opportunity as alums met and connected on a professional level across all the graduation years that were represented that night,” he said.

Also happy to greet and chat with alums were Head of School Bill Knauer, Director of Development Susie Danziger, and Alumni Association President Lara Casano ’95. At the end of the night, no one wanted to go home, which was truly inspiring for Greg and the alumni office. “I am already excited to put the next event together,” said Greg. Until next time, we hope you enjoy the photos from the evening.

1. Brian Hunt ’99, Brian Durling ’02, Joshua Linder ’03, Katrina McNamee ’01, Rachel Margolin ’99, Dan Savatteri ’01, Greg Janos ’98; in front: Jennifer Doherty ’01 and Jessica Marinace ’99 // 2. Tim Carpenter ’09 and Mike Cohen ’10 // 3. Gretel Coleman ’08 and Andrew Jamieson ’09 // 4. Alums celebrate a NY Rangers goal!

5. Jessica Marinace ’99 and Rachel Margolin ’99

6. Russell Stamm ’94 talks with Elan Etstein ’93 and Lara Casano ’95. // 7. John Wise ’17 and fellow alums // 8. Stephanie Glickman ’02, Ross Glickman ’02, Head of School Bill Knauer, Brain Durling ’02, and Andrew Heitner ’03 // 9. The view from the NY Rangers box // 10. Richard Mack ’91 sharing his story with Director of Development Susie Danziger and Erica Cheyne ’14

// 11. Russell Stamm ’94 with Alumni Association President Lara Casano ’95 // 12. Bill Knauer and Gretel Coleman ’08 // 13. Nicholas Hertz ’04 and Brian Durling ’02 // 14. Harvey alums enjoying the private lounge experience // 15. Greg Hennings ’10, Sean Hennings ’12, Sean O’Brien ’09, and Joe Lombardi ’08 // 16. Alumni Executive Committee Members: Andrew Jamieson ’09, Philip Eifert ’73, Seth Morton ’57, Greg Janos ’98, Erica Cheyne ’14, and Lara Casano ’95 // 17. Brian Hunt ’99 and Andrew Heitner ’03 // 18. Joshua Linder ’03 catches up with Stephanie Glickman ’02 and Ross Glickman ’02.

class notes

To submit a note or share your Harvey memories, please contact your class agent or the alumni office at alumni@harveyschool.org.

1941

Class Agent: Jim Wood, (914) 922-1559, jimandtwink@gmail.com

1944

Former Ambassador John Loeb, Jr. and his wife got together with George Ledes ’73 and his wife Christine Schott Ledes, at Swifty’s at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach this past winter.

1948

Richard Montague still has his Harvey diploma signed by then Harvey headmaster Leverett Smith. He is a graduate of Harvey (1956) and happily retired from Carre, Orban & Partners International where he was a managing partner for the then second-largest European

executive search firm. He currently lives in Ebenhausen, Germany (outside Munich) and currently has two step grandchildren studying in the United States — one at The Wharton School in Philadelphia and the other at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia. (Read the latest installment of Richard’s adventures in “Never Stop Exploring” on page 22 in this issue.)

1956

Class Agent: John Crawford, (540) 247-8810, celect@comcast.net

1957 // 65th Reunion

Class Agent: Alex McKown, (718) 392-1373, alexander.mckown@gmail.com

1959

William Rosenbaum, VMD, has finally retired from private practice, spending summers in Maine and winters in Florida. He found Harvey to be “good preparation for life” and encourages everyone to learn sportsmanship “as it will help you quite a bit through life.”

William Rosenbaum ’59 learning to handle lobsters

George Ledes ’73 and John Loeb, Jr. ’44: “Two Harvey guys hanging out!”

1961

Class Agent: Sandy Gabel, (919) 693-8099, sandy.gabel@icloud.com

Sandy Gabel is enjoying being a class agent, keeping up with school happenings, and connecting with some old classmates. Sandy and his wife, Polly, are active playing racquetball, tennis, and “this new thing called pickleball, which is great for these old bones because it doesn’t require you to move around as much as in tennis.” He is still flying and touring the entire East Coast in his little propeller-driven airplane. Sandy also spends his summers near Bath, Maine.

1965

Class Agent: Rev. Malcolm Starring, (603) 444-6016, mfstarring@gmail.com

1968

Class Agent: Alex Edwards-Bourdrez, (631) 754-1041, alexb2@gmail.com

1973

Class Agent: Phil Eifert, (914) 232-6489, peifert@yahoo.com

George Ledes and his wife Christine Schott Ledes caught up with Former Ambassador John Loeb Jr. ’44 at Swifty’s at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach where they were spending the winter. “Former Ambassador Loeb and Mrs. Loeb are family friends of my wife Christine and they joined us for dinner there.”

1978

Class Agent: Patrick Peterkin, (203) 655-9917, p_peterkin@yahoo.com

1983

Class Agents: Melinda Frey Arkin, bentleyshop@aol.com; Joshua Rosenthal, (970) 385-4723, weplay@bresnan.net

1984

Class Agent: Herbert Sloan, (203) 438-0051, hjs1988@yahoo.com

1985

TJ Jaffe had a spontaneous lunch with classmates Kurt Gado and Rich Markhoff while he was visiting Florida from Seattle. TJ would like to get the Class of ’85 together sometime in October, so stay tuned for more on that!

1987 // 35th Reunion

Noah Zeiller continues to travel the world even through COVID. He’s traveled to South America, Africa, Europe, and is now living primarily in Thailand. He has been making Southeast China his playground and he plans to settle out there and obtain his TEFL to teach English.

1988

Class Agents: Charles Collin, (860) 263-7972, chascolin@gmail.com; Laurel E. Meredith, (917) 280-5233, laurel.meredith@gmail.com

After 25 years of living in California, David Lopes moved back East last summer for a change of pace and that “homestead life.” He is living in western Massachusetts and still publishing books about art, photography, and underground culture.

Kelly Weisman moved to Seattle, Washington, 12 years ago with her family and is loving it!

1989

Class Agent: Chris Abrenica, (914) 556-8344, cabrenica71@outlook.com

Class of 1985 grads TJ Jaffe, Kurt Gado, and Rich Markhoff enjoy lunch.

Noah Zeiller ’87

WE NEED YOU!

We have made some great connections during the last few years with alumni throughout the decades. A key part of making those connections is the work of our Class Agents. You don’t have to do it alone! Grab a classmate and do it together! Get involved with the Harvey Alumni Association, share information about school events and local get-togethers, and help us locate “lost” classmates. Post on social media or even establish a class group on Facebook. We welcome your ideas and enthusiasm!

We also are in need of Reunion Coordinators for Homecoming 2022 on Oct. 15, 2022.

To volunteer or if you just have some questions, please contact Associate Director of Alumni Relations Greg Janos ’98 at gjanos@harveyschool.org, or Harvey Alumni Association President Lara Casano ’95 at lcasano@harveyschool.org.

1990

Class Agent: Peter Hall, (518) 369-1991, hallpeter1@gmail.com

1991

Rich Mack recently retired and is now focusing on being a hockey dad. He recalls how the structured life at Harvey was one of the best decisions he ever made and considers Harvey ice hockey a great experience.

1993

Colin Burns and his wife Amanda moved to Raleigh, North Carolina, three years ago and had a son, Henry, who is 2 years old. Colin is still teaching chemistry at East Carolina University, one of the UNC schools, and doing biochemistry research. “Outside of work, I keep busy chasing ‘Hurricane Henry’ as he tries to destroy our house,” says Colin.

1994

Class Agent: Russell Stamm, (781) 329-3004, rcstamm@rcstammco.com

1995

Class Agents: Lara W. Casano, (347) 539-7301, lcasano@harveyschool.org; Raphael Miranda, (917) 520-7808, mirandaraphael@hotmail.com

1996

Class Agents: Keith Harrigan, (412) 853-9392, kh1843@gmail.com; David Stark, (336) 771-5303, dlstark@kpmg.com; Jeannette Brandt Stark, (336) 771-5303, jeanettemstark@gmail.com

Jeanette Brandt Stark was promoted to Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Piedmont Advantage Credit Union.

1997 // 25th Reunion

Class Agent: Blayre Farkas, (561) 929-1802, carolynfarkas@gmail.com

Hallie Rikfin was promoted to Associate Director, Procurement at Rockefeller Group.

memoriam

David Poses

(Attended Harvey 1990-92) passed away Feb. 16, 2022. He wrote and spoke extensively about drug treatment, prevention, and policy, including in his bestselling memoir “The Weight of Air,’’ published in 2021. A vigil was held Feb. 28, 2022 to celebrate his life.

There are currently many classes in need of Class Agents, so don’t hesitate to volunteer.

Colin Burns ’93 with son Henry

1998

Class Agent: Greg Janos, (845) 857-7688, gjanos@harveyschool.org

1999

Class Agent: Amy Albert Morello, papillia@hotmail.com

Luis Nunez started a new position as Senior Vice President at Citi.

2000

Gabriella Geysel Schwager reports that the company she founded, Stars Marketing Group headquartered in Florida, is doing well. As the CEO, she was recently featured in the online publication Shoutout Miami. Gaby is enjoying working in Florida and residing there with her husband Eric and 8-year-old son Dylan. In addition to coaching her son’s soccer team, Gaby dabbles in woodworking and do-it-yourself projects. The Schwagers have a timeshare in the Bahamas, which Gaby calls their “home away from home.”

Some of Gaby’s fondest memories include participating in plays and cabarets, going on Model UN trips, staying over in the dorms with some friends for late night study sessions, and experiencing championships of Harvey sports teams and the times whenever one of her teams broke a record.

Gaby keeps in touch with several alums on social media. “It’s great to follow the amazing things people are doing these days,” she said. (Read the write-up on Gaby on page. 12.)

In responding to questions for his interview in this issue (see page 10), Sean Sasso shared some good career news. Despite the difficult business climate the past two years caused by COVID-19, Sean and his two other partners of Coast Real Estate Group, founded in 2020, did well and expanded to multiple markets — NYC, Westchester County, Connecticut,, Miami, and Los Angeles. Sean and his wife Tabitha, and their two girls Cecilia and Josephine live in Westchester and enjoy spending long weekends in their lake house in the Catskills.

Sean continues to stay connected to Harvey. He often speaks with LZ, Mr. Kelly, Brenda Tangney and Jake Gambaccini, Brett Compton and his brother Alex ’03, Jenna Latilla Doherty ’01, and others.

2001

Class Agent: Jennifer J. Vogeney, (914) 494-9397, jenn.j.vogeney@gmail.com

Tara McGarvey DiCorcia has earned the distinction of being selected as a New York

State Master Teacher of Science. Already a National Board Certified teacher, Tara has just completed her 17th year of teaching science at Arlington High School in LaGrangeville, New York. She earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Marist College in Poughkeepsie.

Matthew Horowitz welcomed new baby Charlie to the world Feb. 11, 2022 weighing in at 7 pounds, 4 ounces, and 20.5 inches long. “We are beyond happy to have our little one here,” says Matthew.

2002 // 20th Reunion

Class Agent: Tiffany Franqui Hamilton, (845) 612-9858, travelsize84@gmail.com

Joanna Schiff Garren and her husband Seth welcomed new baby Jonah Daniel Garren Nov. 1, 2021.

REFER A FRIEND TO HARVEY!

Small classes, inspiring teachers, rigorous academics, and an array of extracurriculars instill in students a passion for lifelong learning and the confidence to pursue individual passions.

Gaby (Geysel) Schwager ’00 with Bravo “Below Deck” cast member Eddie Lucas

2003

Class Agent: Jaclyn Walker, (914) 319-1699, JaclynMarisaWalker@gmail.com

Jill Lubochinski started a new position as Director, Platform Content, at American Express.

Geoffrey Potter started a new position as Director of International Relations and Protocol at the office of Governor Jay Inslee in Washington state.

2004

Class Agent: Maria Neri, (845) 279-5234

Dana Steiner recently became a licensed esthetician in the state of Florida and is currently working at a spa in Southwest Florida. “I love it and am incredibly happy,” says Dana.

2005

Class Agent: Brian Ryerson, (914) 329-6863, ryersonb@gmail.com

Christine Bronzo was promoted to a new position as Senior Marketing Manager, Search Engine Optimization at Fossil Group, Inc.

Laura Heumann Presberg welcomed new baby Harlie Olivia Presberg Dec. 7, 2021 with a “full head of hair and a whole lot of sweetness.” Laura, her husband, and new big brother Bentley are “head over heels in love” with the new addition to the family.

2006

Class Agents: Gregory Jurschak, (914) 260-8133, gjurschak@gmail.com; Teresa Neri, (914) 462-7440, teresa.neri12@gmail.com

ARE YOU SOCIAL?

The Alumni Relations Office is looking for an alumni volunteer to act as the Social Chair. In this role, the Social Chair will assist in the planning and execution of alumni social events. Working closely with the alumni office, you will help promote opportunities for alumni interaction and create a calendar of social events for Harvey alums throughout the year.

If you are interested or have questions, please contact Greg Janos at gjanos@harveyschool.org.

2007 // 15th Reunion

Class Agents: Doniella McKoy, (914) 960-9375, donimckoy@yahoo.com; Alexandra Pugliese, (914) 760-0119, alexandra.m.pugliese@gmail.com

Brendan Brooks has been promoted to Strategic Customer Success Manager at Adobe. He is honored and excited to partner with their top enterprise customers to create excellent customer experiences and drive ROI from their digital media solutions.

Alex Pugliese reports loving her life in the Whitestone area of Queens, New York, where she lives with her longtime boyfriend, Brian. “My boyfriend and I are big foodies, so we try to take advantage of Korean BBQ in Bayside, dumplings in Flushing, or Greek in Astoria whenever we can,” Alex said. In addition to their career responsibilities, she and Brian have been busy at home raising Gator, a recently adopted hound mix puppy.

Alex says she speaks to her Harvey classmate Katie LaVacca every day. “Katie is

one of my very best friends all these years later, and we plan to vacation together this summer … she’s a wonderful vet, and there is no one else I would ever trust with my pup, Gator,” Alex shared.

Although COVID put travel on the back burner, Alex is looking forward to getting to Las Vegas and Boston this summer. She also hopes to visit her relatives in Italy in 2023. Alex enjoys getting to see her sister

Alex Pugliese ’07 with boyfriend, Brian

Nikki ’12 often because she lives on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. Alex says she is saving toward the purchase of a home down on the Jersey Shore.

After having recently earned graduate certification in financial compliance and disclosures and risk management at Albany Law School, Alex works for Insperity, Inc. serving as a business performance advisor. (You can read about her interesting career trajectory on page 8 of this issue.)

Thomas Theurkauf is honored to be named as one of the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts 40 under 40.

2008

Class Agents: Gretel Coleman, (914) 234-0907, gretelcoleman@gmail.com; Dylan Hackley, (914) 482-5318, dhack@me.com

2009

Class Agents: Andrew Jamieson, (203) 273-3884, andrewjamieson91@icloud.com; Erika Osborne, osborne7937@gmail.com; Peter Sorenson, (914) 438-7486, psorenson68@gmail.com; Megan Taylor, (914) 234-6205, meg.kerrytaylor@gmail.com

Veronica Jean (VJ) Seltzer is back in New York living on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and working as a full-time reporter for News 12 Westchester. After successful stints at two TV stations in South Bend, Indiana, and then a fiveyear run as a news anchor in Lexington, Kentucky, VJ is happy to be back in New York and working in her native county.

Harvey Magazine salutes VJ for earning a Kentucky Broadcasters Award for excellence in breaking news coverage. (Read more about VJ’s career trajectory on page 14.)

When she’s not writing and reporting the news around Westchester, VJ finds time to run near the Hudson River in NYC. She also enjoys volunteering, particularly for Girls on the Run. She did it in

Why I Give ANDY JAMIESON ’09

A Word That Describes Harvey

Transcendent. While it may not be a commonly used word, it is the word I would use to describe Harvey. I wasn’t just educated in the verb conjugations of “amo, amas, amat, amamus, amatis, amant” in ancient Latin. Faculty went above and beyond to care for me as an individual with unique needs. The educational experience provided by the gifted educators and administrators surpassed what is typically expected of an excellent independent school.

Harvey is a place where kindness transcends courtesy; each student is known as an individual and cared for as an independent person. Faculty excelled in their attentiveness and passion. Administrators exceed expectations of individual attention to needs of students.

Why I Give

I support Harvey to ensure that future students have the same opportunities to flourish and blaze their own unique trails in an outstanding and supportive community.

Lexington and hopes to volunteer in New York as well.

VJ also shared news of her sister Bryn Seltzer ’12, who recently graduated from medical school and is doing her residency at NYU in pediatric medicine.

2011

Class Agents: Amelia Slater, (914) 874-7436, ameliajslater1@gmail.com; Nicolette A. St. Lawrence, (914) 707-0414, ns669@cornell.edu; Konrad Testwuide, (914) 953-9006, ktestwuide@gmail.com

Colin Carter started a new position as Purchasing Specialist at Design Within Reach.

Julia Parker started a new position as Inside Sales Representative at Rethink First.

Konrad Testwuide has been promoted to Senior Vice President at Oaktree Capital Management, L.P.

2012 // 10th Reunion

Class Agents: Brandon Hickey, (845) 270-8670, hickbg05@gmail.com; Brett Marks, (914) 815-1686, brettmarks94@gmail.com; Nicole Pugliese, (914) 760-7148, npug@umich.edu; Julian Rissetto, (914) 539-1175, j.rissetto@icloud.com; Maya Sank, (203) 803-5850, mayasank7@gmail.com; Daniel Schonning, (203) 788-6811, danny.schonning@yahoo.com; Natalia R. St. Lawrence, (914) 707-0406; Mikhyle Stein, (914) 419-4615, mick909@gmail.com

VJ Seltzer ’09 (right) takes a break from reporting with (left) photojournalist Erika Rydell and (center) reporter Diane Caruso.

2013

Class Agents: Sharif Koonce, (914) 356-1553, skoonce29@gmail.com; Karina K. Lambert, (914) 844-9123, karina.k.lambert@gmail.com; Ben Walant, (203) 947-4541, bwalant@gmail.com

Annelise Cepero has followed up her breakout year of 2021 with a starring role in a short film called “Awayy,” which premiered and competed at the prestigious SXSW Film Festival in March at Austin, Texas. The link for the trailer is vimeo.com/672889204.

She also had a part in a new feature film called, “Simchas and Sorrows,” which premiered at The Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose and Redwood, California in April. To keep up with Annelise visit themoviedb.org/ person/2242772-annelise-cepero

(See page 6 in this spring issue of Harvey Magazine to learn about Annelise’s career trajectory.)

Emily Hsu has been promoted to Cooking Studio Assistant Manager at ZWILLING J.A. Henckels LLC.

Gabrielle Kahn married Spencer Scalzitti Dec. 11, 2021.

2014

Class Agents: Christian Artuso, (914) 462-0302, cjartuso@aol.com; Erica Cheyne, (914) 708-9482, ericacheyne@outlook.com

Shelley-Ann Pitterson has been promoted to Corporate Communications Associate at Federal Reserve Bank of New York. “I will be focused on our communications related to financial institution supervision, innovation, and financial services and payments,” says Shelley. “This is such an exciting time for the industry and the finreg landscape more broadly, and I can’t wait to dig into all of it.”

Brittany Smith started a new position as Social Media Strategist at Spectrum Science GLOBALHealthPR partner.

2015

Class Agents: Julia Chatzky, (914) 420-6876, jbc310@gmail.com; Richard Hicks, (914) 233-6825, hicks.ricky1@gmail.com; Brendan Kneitz, bkneitz24@gmail. com; Ariana Weaver, (914) 703-0008, arianaweaver@gmail.com

Brianna Cummings has accepted a fulltime position with Under Armour on their technical design team, supporting their women’s training and recovery category.

Jackson Roberts dropped by campus in April and caught up with history teacher Al Morse.

2016

Class Agents: Hannah Herrera, (914) 714-5407, Hannahv_herrera@yahoo.com; Tyler Levy, (914) 572-3020, bbhockey22@gmail.com

Danni Qu is “grateful to graduate from Imperial College Business School receiving a Master of Science in Economics and Strategy for Business. “I’m thankful for everyone who has supported me along this journey,” says Danni. “I’m looking forward to my next chapter in the U.K.!”

Emily Sirota received her acceptance to Penn Dental Medicine Dec. 1, 2021 and will attend this August as part of the Class of 2026.

Javen Stepp-Davis started a new position as Sr. Business Development Rep, Kustomer at Meta.

2017 // 5th Reunion

Class Agents: Joseph Bakas, (914) 708-6131, bakasjoe@gmail.com; Alexandra Barber, (914) 414-7353, lgbarber1999@gmail.com; Jewel Li, (914) 920-1409, lijewel1117@gmail.com; John Wise, (203) 637-7876

Sydney Best started a new position as LMS Support Representative at CUNY School of Professional Studies.

Madeline Blinderman received her Bachelor of Psychology degree from the University of Hartford. Next up, she will pursue her Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of Saint Joseph. “I’m so excited to see where this takes me,” says Maddy.

Kyrsten Greenwood officially passed her National Council for Therapeutic

Jackson Roberts ’15 with Harvey teacher Al Morse

Annelise Cepero ’13

Recreation Certification exam. She is beyond grateful for her professors and the wonderful education she received at Ithaca College as well as for the mentors and supervisors she met along the way. “I’m so excited to see what the future holds,” Kyrsten says.

John Wise graduated from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study in January 2022 and has just started a position as grant writer at the McCarton Foundation while looking for other career opportunities. Within the next year or so, John plans to attend graduate school. John recently attended the Harvey Alumni NYC Networking event at Madison Square Garden April 12 (read more about this event on page 52) and caught up with old friends. John says his three favorite Harvey memories are “the junior class overnight retreat, the trip to Italy with the Latin class, and the commencement ceremonies.” Oh, and “deli, burger, and soup days!”

2018

Class Agents: Marissa Annechiarico, (845) 546-2011, marissa.annechiarico@yahoo.com; Yulanda Huang, (203) 947-2885, hjuewei@163.com; Chloe Savitch, (914) 393-9432, cbsavitch@aol.com; John Sullivan, (914) 217-6364, johns2388@aol.com

Harvey varsity girls lacrosse standout player Sadie Albert continues to do big things in women’s collegiate lacrosse. A senior at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) and a member of the Cal Poly Women’s Lacrosse team, Sadie was named Division I Player of the Year in April. She was also selected First Team All-League in 2022 for the collegiate Western Women’s Lacrosse League. Sadie graduated in May with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health.

Samuel Chumsky has made a move to Raleigh, North Carolina, to start his career with the Carolina Hurricanes as an Inside Sales Representative. “Working in professional sports has been a lifelong

dream of mine,” says Sam. “It’s unbelievably rewarding to see those dreams materialize.”

Yulanda Juewei Hwang will be joining the Legal and Compliance team as a Global M&A Legal Project Assistant for UPS, following her graduation from Brandeis University this May. “This will be a great opportunity to expand my skills and grow my career,” says Yulanda.

Cian Keohane graduated in May from Nichols College with a degree in communications and a minor in criminal justice. (See more about Cian on page 21 in this issue!)

Owen (ChengYu) Li was named to the 2021 fall semester dean’s list at Ohio Wesleyan University.

Julia Mallon was named to Emerson College’s dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester.

Jared Peraglia graduated from New York University this spring and will be joining United Talent Agency (UTA) as an assistant to Steve Sadicario and Jennifer Campanile on the News and Broadcasting desk. “I can’t think of a better company to kick off my career with,” says Jared. “I’m so thankful for everyone’s immense support, including everyone over at UTA and my CNN family, who have gone above and beyond for me throughout this process.”

Sean Puente started a new position as Graphic Designer at Resilience Rally.

Chloe Savitch graduated Union College as a double major in psychology and theater, and with a minor in sociology. (Read more about Chloe on page 21 in this issue.)

2019

Class Agents: Treshawn Felder, (347) 792-7458, joel@harlemlacrosse.org; Charlotte Levy, (914) 238-1099, charlottehailey16@gmail.com; Sebastian Wallach, (914) 763-2579, sebski01@gmail.com; Courtney Warren, (914) 755-6960, courtrw1@gmail.com

Benjamin Avila and Ethan Sarmiento both transferred to Dominican College and played baseball together again for the Division II Chargers. They are also both Health Services majors.

Alexander Breitenbach stopped by to visit Harvey and share that he loves Cornell University and is looking forward to the next opportunity to speak with Harvey seniors about his college experience.

Morgan Chapman began an internship at The Dovetail Agency in London, beginning in May. She gives thanks to the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media for their support and guidance.

“I am grateful for this opportunity and excited to see what the future holds,” says Morgan.

Olivia Ciancio served as the Associate Strategy Director for the XO Taco Account at TNH Ad Agency during the spring semester. Now she is excited to announce that she has accepted the Marketing and Communications Intern Position at Washington International Horse Show, SK14*-W DFEI Jumping World Cup™ Washington for the summer of 2022.

“I am so grateful to be able to work alongside an amazing team for such an incredible event,” says Olivia.

Ethan Cohen accepted an internship with the Consumer Products Marketing team at the Ultimate Fighting Championship in Las Vegas.

Harrison Fontaine started an internship with the Rensselaer County Bureau of Public Safety, thanks to the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security, and Cybersecurity. He shared that, during his first week, he met so many

John Wise ’17 with family

amazing people within the 911 Center. “I am looking forward to working on some fascinating projects,” says Harrison.

Sara Hoffman, an art education major, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester at the University of Vermont.

Alexander Kaplan is starting a new position as Brand Ambassador for the Miami Marlins.

Katie Ketner has been named to the dean’s list for the 2021 fall semester at SUNY New Paltz. (Read more about Katie in college on page 20.)

Elizabeth Mae Parker participated in the London off-campus study abroad program through St. Lawrence University during the spring 2022 semester.

Sophia Scarsella connected with Harvey teacher and Director of International Programs Alex Lindquist in Copenhagen, Denmark, in March, where she studied abroad during the spring semester.

William Shelden transferred to DeSales University and pitched for the Division III Bulldogs. He is a Sports Management major.

Reynise Walker paid a visit to Harvey in April and met up with Clara Valles I Mascarell, an exchange student from Spain who attended Harvey in 2017-18.

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2020

Class Agents: Allan Dilone Rodriguez, (914) 393-3642, allanedilone@gmail.com; Daniel Galgano, (914) 763-0461, dpgalgano@gmail.com; Ryan Piken, (914) 628-4166, rypenguin57@gmail.com; Cameron Thomas, (914) 736-6565, cameronthomas155@hotmail.com

Michael DiVestea started his first internship this spring as a social media coordinator and audio engineer at Pantheon Podcasts.

Christian Perez, a sophomore outfielder with the University of Binghamton’s Division I men’s baseball team, started in several games this season.

Allan Dilone Rodriguez was named to the NEWMACSPORTS Baseball All-Academic Team. (Read more about Allan in college on page 20.)

2021

Aaron Desmond DuPree settled into his freshman year at Hampton University. He took time during his first year to decide what clubs and organizations he would like to join.

Naomi Listokin is enjoying American University and Washington, D.C. She is involved in a senior capstone project and helping to open a thrift store on campus, while majoring in environmental studies. She sends virtual hugs to the Harvey community and invites anyone to reach out if they are in Washington, D.C.

Philip Moyles has been accepted Early Decision to Hobart and William Smith Colleges and will be attending in fall 2022.

Henry Oliver is having fun at Montana State Bozeman, according to his parents.

Jacob Robicheau was named to Emerson College’s dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester.

Jeremy Stewart loves Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) where he is majoring in packing design in their engineering school. He also competed with the intercollegiate RIT Bowling team.

Spanish exchange student Clara Valles I Mascarell (2017-18) and Reynise Walker ’19 with Bill Knauer during a campus visit this spring

Sophia Scarsella ’19 with Alex Lindquist in Copenhagen

2021 alums Sophia August, Isabel Bandon, Jeremy Stewart, Jeannie Fink, and Zachary Treseler stopped by campus in May to say hello.

Parting Thought

Fond Memories of the Weil House

The Weil family owned and lived on the property that is now The Harvey School: a 150-acre farm called Hickory Hill. When Harvey had to abruptly move the school from the Hawthorne campus in 1959, trustee Frank A. Weil ’44 graciously offered his family farm as the new site of the school. There is still a family cemetery down past Evarts Rink and RK Field. The Weil House and the red barn opposite it have long been landmarks for students, families, faculty, and staff making their way up to stately Sylvan Hall atop the Hill and the main campus.

If you were a student at Harvey from the 1960s to the Centennial year of 2016, you knew the Weil House as the home of the headmaster. You might remember your head

of school hosting dinners for those who made the head’s list in any given marking period or attending holiday gatherings. It became a fun tradition for the bus carrying a victorious team to honk the horn three times when passing Weil House on returning to campus. You might also recall the times when Headmaster Barry Fenstermacher (1986-2016) would get tossed into the nearby pond, making good on his promise to endure a soaking whenever a Harvey athletic team completed an undefeated season.

How fitting that Harvey now plans to renovate the Weil House & Barn, creating a beautiful arrival point for visitors to feel quite at home at Harvey from their very first step on campus.

Frank A. Weil ’44

Headmaster Barry Fenstermacher

Restoration of the Weil House & Barn

This fall we will move from the design to construction phase on the renovation of these two historic buildings that anchor the entrance to campus and provide a link to our meaningful past. The project has been designed to maintain the history and integrity of the buildings while providing modern enhancements that will enable the Weil House and Barn to meet the school’s needs long into the future.

A team of committed volunteers is working on a funding plan to raise the remaining capital necessary to make this important project a reality. The goal is to break ground in the winter of 2022 and open the new building in the summer of 2024. The project will not only create a more welcoming entrance to campus and first impression for visitors but will also provide a place for our alums to return to and much-needed additional classroom and community space up the hill on the main campus for students and faculty.

// If you are interested in participating in the next phase of the project, contact Susie Danziger at sdanziger@harveyschool.org.