Message from the Parent Association

On behalf of the Parent Association, I would like to thank everyone for making the 2019–2020 school year a wonderful success.

Often it is adversity that brings out the best in us. With the incredible support of the Harvey administration, faculty, and staff, the Parent Association (PA) was able to raise significant funds that are critical to supporting the programs and curriculum enhancements that are the hallmarks of an innovative Harvey education.

Dedicated parent volunteers attended and participated in many PA initiatives throughout the year, including our annual Homecoming Farmers’ Market and Barbecue, monthly faculty appreciation breakfasts, the much-anticipated holiday luncheon, and many, many more community events.

As we adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic and cancelled our annual fundraising gala, we embraced a Zoom event with the Harvey with Heart theme. There was nearly 100% participation from our generous parent body. We were overwhelmed by the support and love that we felt from the entire community, which generated more than $320,000 for the Annual Fund.

I think what was most inspiring to me, though, was the way our entire parent body, led by the class parents, embraced Zoom as a way to share our collective hopes, dreams, and fears during the spring term. I was so grateful for all the effort by this dedicated team.

Thank you again to everyone who attended and participated this past year. We are grateful to you for your time, talents, and commitment to The Harvey School.

Warmly, Lydia Hellinger, PA President

The Harvey Parent Association is a special community within the Harvey community where friendships are forged and parents are able to come together to make a difference in the lives of their children, our faculty, and our school. We would not be who we are or where we are without this group of tireless, dedicated parents.

Parent Association Executive Committee 2019–2020

President: Lydia Hellinger Treasurer: Wendy McLean Secretary: Linda Cioffi PA Facebook Administrator: Cynthia Mallon Middle School Liaison: Leslie Berni Upper School Athletic Booster: Francine Jaques Middle School Athletic Booster: Ashley Foote Arts Booster: Wendy McLean, Chair; Patricia McKeogh, Cochair Holiday Luncheon: Corrinne DiVestea and Melissa Gross

Upper School Teacher Appreciation Breakfast:

Paula Pradines, Chair; Diane Quinn, Cochair Middle School Teacher Appreciation Breakfast:

Trish Breede, Chair; Richard Sullivan, Cochair PA Harvey Presents: Lydia Hellinger, Chair Homecoming: Lydia Hellinger, Chair

Class Parents 2019–2020

6th Grade: Christine Cappelletti and Sorin Klares 7th Grade: Ilana Grady and Leslye Oquendo-Thomas 8th Grade: Meghan Bazaar, Jennifer Cunningham, and Marta Noriega 9th Grade: Cynthia Mallon and Merel van den Tol-Tans 10th Grade: Francesca D’Onofrio and Lynn Siegel 11th Grade: Maria Ogg and Abby Siegel 12th Grade: Jerri-Lynn Galgano and Corrinne DiVestea 12th Grade Parent Committee: Kim Gilman, Kelsey Turcotte, Melissa Gross

Parent Ambassadors 2019–2020

Beth Baer Ronice Latta, Trustee Andrea Birch Toby Lazarus Leslie Berni Lisa Leviniger Lisa Cohn Cyndi Mallon Kevin Durkin, Trustee Stephanie Jones McCaine ’87 Chrystal Ellison Leslye Oquendo-Thomas Heather Friedman Jenny Rynott, Head Ambassador Kim Gilman Jeanette Sandor Melissa Gross Gail Sestito Veronika Haber Lynn Siegel Juliet Howe Amy Silverman Elizabeth Husted Richard Sullivan Gillian Jackson Judith Thomas Liz Jones Laura Treseler Amy Kass Daphne Uviller Heather Katzin Dawanna Veneable Lisanne Kheirolomoom Jessica Vicente Linda Kluge Sherry Wallach

Impact Story Joi Isley-Collins

As a new parent at Harvey this year, Joi Isley-Collins joined our community, with an infectious smile and a level of enthusiasm that is unparalleled! Although her son Jordan, a new sixth grader found his place at Harvey early on, Joi was not sure where she would fit in as a busy, working single mom. Despite her work schedule, she was eager to get involved and to support our community, making calls and sending emails to encourage fellow parents to make their gifts to the Annual Fund. And because she enjoys organizing events, she also helped with the Harvey with Heart Benefit. This year the seventh grade is very lucky to have her as a Class Parent. Joi’s affection for Harvey and desire to deepen her connection is palpable, and her esprit de corps is an example to us all. They surely had Joi in mind when they coined the phrase: “If you want something done, ask a busy person.” Joi never says “no.” She takes vacation time from work to show up for morning meetings or to make calls in the afternoon on behalf of the Annual Fund. She’s been a fixture on campus at every Middle School soccer game and every School event. She knows that volunteering and her positive engagement with our Harvey community have made a difference not only in Jordan’s education but also in every Harvey student’s experience. Through her efforts to connect with other parents, to encourage others to demonstrate their enthusiasm for the School, her impact on this community is immeasurable.

We appreciate and look forward to many more years of the joy and spirit that Joi brings to Harvey.