Summer 2023: Commencement – An Evening to Remember

Dear Hockaday Community ,

THE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR IS A PERFECT TIME TO REFLECT AND REMIND US WHY WE ARE PROUD AND GRATEFUL TO BE PART OF THIS COMMUNITY.

This year was filled with academic accomplishments, innovative teaching, and community celebrations. We cheered for our girls on the fields and in the theater and celebrated their learning throughout the year. We enjoyed beloved Hockaday traditions this spring, including the 109th Commencement, which showcased and celebrated our outstanding students and faculty. It was especially joyful for me this year, as I was able to award a diploma to my youngest daughter, Ella Jaggar ’23!

We continue to be inspired by our girls, and I have no doubt you will be impressed by their accomplishments as you flip through these pages!

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Hockaday’s faculty and staff work daily to ensure our students learn in an academically challenging and nurturing environment. This summer, many faculty are taking international trips, attending conferences, and furthering their education. Several faculty and staff have been honored with Hockaday awards and grants this year, and you can read more about them on page 25.

Additionally, we celebrated two retirees at Commencement. I am grateful to Cresencia Garcia (Housekeeping, 21 years) and Mona Rejino (Private Music Instructor, 23 years). I wish them both a fulfilling retirement!

As we wrap up the year, we look forward to celebrating the completion of the Athletics and Wellness Project in the fall. You will be amazed at the transformation of our campus, and we can’t wait to see our girls competing on the fields, running on the GREEN track, and utilizing our new outdoor classroom spaces.

I want to thank the community for your support and encouragement as I began my tenure as the Eugene McDermott Head of School. This is an extraordinary community and an exciting time in the life of this School, and I look forward to the journey ahead.

I hope you have a restful summer, and I can’t wait to see everyone on campus in the fall.

My best,

Dr. Laura Leathers

Eugene McDermott Head of School

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Head of Upper School Lisa Culbertson ’96, the 109th Commencement Speaker Amy Talkington ’88, Eugene McDermott Head of School Dr. Laura Leathers, and Board of Trustees Chair Nicole Small ’91

Ella Jaggar ’23 and Dr. Laura Leathers

Commencement

CLASS OF 2023

MAY 20, 2023

On a beautiful evening in May, the Class of 2023 crossed Ashley H. Priddy Commencement Terrace and received their diplomas at Hockaday’s 109th Commencement. The graduates enjoyed the many time-honored traditions that make the Hockaday Commencement ceremony so special: the walk from Teardrop Garden down the Metzger stairs, the Honor Guard gladiola arch, and the beautiful flower baskets. The entire Hockaday community was thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievements of these 128 graduating students.

HOCKADAY HAS SHAPED US INTO THE GIRLS WE ARE AND INTO THE PEOPLE WE WILL BE. I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL THAT I WAS ABLE TO UNDERGO THAT SHAPING ALONGSIDE MY AMAZING CLASSMATES IN THE CLASS OF 2023. TOGETHER, WE’VE GROWN FROM SIMPLE FRIENDS AND PEERS INTO SOMETHING MUCH MORE EVERLASTING—SISTERS

ZOYA HAQ, Class of 2023 Commencement Speaker

I REALLY DO BELIEVE THAT YOU ONLY TRULY FAIL IF YOU DON’T EMBRACE WHO YOU ARE AND JUST GO FOR IT — IF YOU DON’T TAKE THAT RISK OR TAKE THAT ADVENTURE… IF YOU DON’T POUR YOUR ENTIRE HEART AND GUTS INTO WHAT YOU’RE DOING.

SO, YOU REALLY ONLY FAIL IF YOU DON’T DO SOMETHING — OR DO IT HALFWAY — BECAUSE YOU’RE AFRAID OF FAILING. DON’T BE!

AMY TALKINGTON '88, 109th Commencement Speaker

6 YEARS

Ambyr Michelle Baker

Jane Louise Clark

Savannah Lynn Frederiksen

Asha Lakshmi Gudipaty

Alexandria Denise Habimana

Virginia Merrill Hohenshelt

Melody Hu

Miranda Scott Jefferds

Mary Estelle Kozielec

Lauren Shine Li

Josephine Esther Ma

Megan Ruth Manning

Eesha Neunaha

5 YEARS

Xinlin Cao

Annamaria June Carley

Liya Chen

Xiangnan Chen

Aurora Hailey Dunn

Grace Alexandra Hoverman

Youngju Julia Paek

Mili Pathak

Ava Ilyse Stern

4 YEARS

Payton Leigh Arbaugh

Helen Aubrey Burns

Lucy Tianshuo Cao

Lillian Ines Castrillon

Alia Katherine Chand

Aishwarya Chandrasekaran

Elle Terese Chavis

Joohee Choi

Madeline Elle Chun

Zheng Cong

Maria Del Carmen Theresa Duque-Diaz

Emma Korynn Estrada

Neha Gottimukkala

Christy Guan

Charlotte Raynal Hamilton

Shruthi Juttu

Lauren Hanna Kocurek

Amber H. Li

Victoria Jiayue Li

Skylar Frances Maier

Mary Grace Martin

Phoebe Ellis Miller

Macy Jane Moskovic

Princess Osariemen Ogiemwonyi

Emily Thai Santos

Neha Senthil Kumar

Madelyn Grace Sporl

Meera Thamaran

FarrahSophia McQuillen Tran

Xintong Wang

Riley Yilin Yuan

Sarah Dongran Zhou

Claire Liu Zhu

3 YEARS

Eleanor Olivia Abel

Aishwarya Anbuchezhiyan

Jada Kim Beard

Mary Oluwaseyefunmi Bello

Ella Rose Jaggar

Traci Lu

Katelyn Quynh-Chi Nguyen

Imani Kristin Salmon

Sarah Tang

2 YEARS

Martha Elizabeth Duncan

Lily Bauchet Lynch

7 YEARS

Sonali Albertson Konda

Caroline Elizabeth Petrikas

Annabelle Sophia Terner

Class of 2023 FOUNDER'S DAY Awards

Since 1959, members of the Senior Class have been nominated by faculty and peers for this distinguished award. The recipients embody the Four Cornerstones of Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics. The 2023 recipients of the Founder’s Day award are Zoya Haq, Ava Tribolet, Lola Isom, and Elle Chavis

Senior TRADITIONS

SENIOR YEAR AT HOCKADAY IS A SPECIAL TIME.

From highly anticipated privileges such as off-campus lunch and Senior Halloween to end-of-year events such as Return to Your Roots, Senior Heritage Receptions, and Splash Day, these experiences help the Seniors bond as a class and create special memories as they embark on their next adventure. The Class of 2023 has certainly left its mark on Hockaday and will be remembered for its supportive friendships, accomplished scholars, and leadership on the field and stage. Good luck and congratulations, Class of 2023!

RETURN TO YOUR Roots

Seniors who attended Hockaday in the Lower School are invited to return to the Lower School for a “Return to Your Roots” program. The afternoon is a walk down memory lane with Fourth Grade students reading childhood highlights submitted by Seniors and their parents. The girls sing songs from their days at Rotunda Rocks, and their parents create poster boards filled with photos and memories from their time in Lower School.

SENIOR Heritage Receptions

This spring, the rich cultural legacies of Hockaday’s self-identified Seniors were celebrated at the Fifth Annual Asian and Pacific Islander Senior Heritage Reception, the Sixth Annual Latin and Hispanic Senior Heritage Reception, and the 18th Annual Black and African Senior Heritage Reception. The receptions featured speakers selected by the students, special food, music, and traditions.

ASIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HONOREES

BLACK AND AFRICAN HONOREES

SPLASH Day

The final Daisy Day and Senior Splash Day was a wet and wild day of fun! Students decorated their skirts with their college branding and drenched their advisors, college counselors, and underclassmen while enjoying lunch, games, and water slides.

SENIOR Awards

The Alison Fisher Smith Community Service Award

Isabel Bhasin

The Hockaday School Service Award Neha Gottimukkala

The Idanelle McMurray Award

Maddy Grace Sporl

Libby Warren

Sudie Duncan Citizenship Award

Emma Estrada Maia Hartley

Miranda Jefferds

Megan Manning

The Computer Science Award Maia Hartley Amber

ENGLISH AWARDS

The Catherine Patrizi Poetry Award

Annie Hurley

Princess Ogiemwonyi

Dallas Vassar Club for Excellence in Writing

Zoya Haq

Robert M. Merritt, Jr. for Excellence in English

Madeline Chun

FINE ARTS AWARDS

The Bradley Voice Cup

Sydney Hoyl

The Orchestra Award

Madeline Chun

Riley Yuan

The Jenny Elkin Music Trophy

Sydney Slay

The Dramatic Club Award for Drama

Elle Chavis

Maia Hartley

The Dramatic Club Award for Technical Theater

Sonali Konda

Lillian Rubarts

The Dance Trophy

Miranda Jefferds

The Joan Folsom Award for Outstanding Contribution in Art Awards

Ceramics

Ela Guo

Olivia Park

FarrahSophia Tran Film

Natalie Grove

Photography

Alia Chand

Visual Art

Caroline Zimmer

The Brandy Bowen Memorial Painting Award

Catherine Choi

The Rhode Island School of Design Annual Art Award

Jessica Aftergut

The Visual Arts Collection Award – Studio Arts

Molly McPhail

The Visual Arts Collection Award – Ceramics

Lauren Kocurek

SENIOR Farewell

The Thursday before Commencement, Seniors and their parents gathered on campus for a final farewell. The students elected Alexandra Crosnoe and Micah Lyles, Co-Director of College Counseling, to give remarks as they gathered to say goodbye.

HISTORY AWARDS

The Richard Lombardi-Magellan Award

Aubrey Burns

Jane Clark

Annie Hurley Skylar Maier

Annabelle Terner

The Nola Kenning History Award

Charlie Hamilton

Zoya Haq

Grace Hoverman

Sonali Konda

Josie Sinwell

MASS COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS

Excellence in Communication Design Award

Alexandra Crosnoe

Shruthi Juttu

Sonali Konda

Lillian Rubarts

Ava Tribolet

Excellence in Journalism Award

Juliana Blazek

Jane Clark

Zoya Haq

Melody Hu Caroline Petrikas

OUR CLASS’S IDENTITY IS ROOTED IN OUR UNIQUELY STEADFAST RELATIONSHIPS WITH ONE ANOTHER. I HOPE WE REMAIN PROUD OF THE FACT THAT WE WERE NEVER A CLASS TO ISOLATE THOSE WITH DIFFERENT VIEWS, EXPERIENCES, OR IDEAS FROM US, BUT TO EMBRACE THE FACT THAT THOSE WERE SOME OF THE STRONGEST CONNECTIONS WE COULD HAVE.

ALEXANDRA CROSNOE '23, Senior Farewell Speaker

MATHEMATICS AWARDS

The SIGMA Award

Payton Arbaugh

Ela Guo

Polina Terekhova

Alexa Welch

The Esther B. Moody Trophy for Mathematics

Tianxin Xie

The Richard Dubsky Excellence in Mathematics

Caroline Zimmer

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AWARDS

Senior Health Award

Grace Hoverman

SCIENCE AWARDS

The Pete Lohstreter Engineering Award

Tianxin Xie

Hockaday Naturalist Award

Emily Loftus

The Eureka Prize

Princess Ogiemwonyi

Josie Sinwell

The Wang Master’s Science Prize

Miranda Jefferds

The Erik Jonsson Prize

Jordan Hanna

WORLD LANGUAGE AWARDS

The Marguerite B. Grow Latin Trophy

Carly Carbery

The Dedication to French Award

Lola Isom

The Most Promising Chinese Student Award

Aubrey Burns

The Celia Cruz Spirit Award

Molly McPhail

Cervantes Prize

Payton Arbaugh

The Esteemed Helen Lorenz World Language Award

Kat Nguyen

Form DAY

Form Day looked a little different this year due to potential inclement weather. However, students made the most of it with an Upper School lip sync battle! Each Advisory created their own choreography, then the Form voted on the winning team. Then, Forms I, II, and III battled it out! While Form I displayed excellent choreography and Form II showed just how spirited they could be, it was Form III who emerged victorious, with participation from each member of the Class of 2024 and some special appearances from faculty. Congratulations to the Class of 2024, who came out on top overall and will hold the spirit stick for the 2023–2024 School Year!

UPPER SCHOOL Awards

SUDIE DUNCAN CITIZENSHIP AWARD

Form

FORM III BOOK AWARDS

The Brandeis Book Award

Caroline Warlick

The Bryn Mawr College President’s Award

Myesa Arora

The University of Chicago Book Award

Bella Raymond

The Dartmouth Book Award

Margaret Thompson

The Harvard Book Award

Lily McKenna

The Hollins University Creative Writing Book Award

Haley Chu

The Rhodes College Book Award

Mary Grayson Horton

The Smith College Book Award

Gracie Little

The Washington & Lee Book Award

Avery Jackson

The Yale Book Award

Kimberly

ENGLISH AWARDS

The Freshman Writing Award

Anjali Konda

The Thomas Walker Award

Alex Blue Baron

The English Department Former Chairs' Award

Harper Tagg

Diya Hegde

HISTORY AWARDS

The Linda Hankinson Research Paper Award

Meredith Burkhart

Alexandra Dassopoulos

Defne Gurun

Sofi Sethuraman

Margaret Thompson

SCIENCE AWARDS

American Association of Physics Teachers Certificates

Sara Kocurek

Isla McKenna

Fendley Obert

Ring DAY

The Class of 2024 received their jade rings during the Ring Ceremony, and also donned their white blazers for the first time as a class! Outgoing class president Elle Chavis (Class of 2023) presented each girl with her ring, and incoming president Elena Zeballos (Class of 2024) addressed the class.

The Bob Roe Memorial Award in Chemistry

Celine Ebert

Alexis Fan

Zoe Heintges

Jordan Lacsamana

Zoe Stone

The Leslie Brennan Memorial Award in Biology

Lola Barnard

Elise Cho

Maggie Coleman

Ava Shipp

Caroline Warlick

The Bausch and Lomb Science Medal

Kimberly Zhang

The Rensellear Science and Math Award

Tongye Sophia Zhang

MATHEMATICS AWARDS

The SIGMA Award

Madeleine Chen

Lily Gum

Jane Hochman

Sarah Moskowitz

Eva Spak

Yoyo Yuan

WORLD LANGUAGE AWARDS

The Vergil Prize (Latin)

Margaret Thompson

Dé Rérum Naturá Award

Daniela Perez

The Most Promising French Student Award

Kendal Young

The Orville Thorp Memorial Trophy for French Scholarship

Helen Railsback

Madalena Ritz-Meuret

The Claudine A. Shaner French Award

Lily McKenna

The Most Promising Chinese Student Award

Nitya Yarlagedda

The Academic Excellence in Chinese Award

Sophia Chen

Benito Juarez Award

Sarah Moskowitz

The Alison Blanchard Memorial Award

Leila Tarighi

Celia Cruz Spirit Award

Anjali Konda

Abby Woodberry

The Robbye Morrow Oram Spanish Cup

Angelina Dong Kimberly Zhang

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education Strength Star Award

Allie Gerber

Junior Flex Lifetime Fitness Award

Lydia Wissel

Health Education Outstanding Student

Anjy Fadairo

FINE ARTS AWARDS

The Whittle Music Award

Zoe Bennett

The Bowman Forensic Award

Sanika Agarwalla

Evita Nino

The Visual Arts Collection Award – Film

Gretchen Jones

The Visual Arts Collection Award – Photography

Eva Spak

Fourth Grade RECOGNITION

Eighth

Lower School PRODUCTIONS

EVERY STUDENT HAS THE CHANCE TO SHINE IN A GRADE-LEVEL PRODUCTION IN LOWER SCHOOL!

Students put on the greatest show in town at the Pre-K Circus; Kindergarten and Primer welcomed fall with “A Thanksgiving Celebration;” First Grade and Second Grade incorporated their lessons into “Tales of Temples and Tombs” and “Bebop With Aesop;” Third Grade culminated their learning with “The Adventures of Lewis and Clark;” and Fourth Grade performed a showstopping musical, “Pinocchio: No Strings Attached.”

FIRST Grade

KINDERGARTEN AND Primer

THIRD Grade

SECOND Grade

Middle SchoolGRANDPARENTS DAY

Middle School students were delighted to welcome their grandparents and grandfriends to campus in April! Students brought their guests to class, showed them the campus, and introduced them to friends and teachers.

Middle School SPIRIT

GREEN AND WHITE Day

One of Hockaday’s most beloved Middle School traditions is the year-long competition as students vie to earn points for either the Green or White team during PE and at the end of the year, participate in Green and White Day, complete with a pep rally, dance-off, water games, and a tug-of-war competition to earn points. Each team earns points for Spirit, Winning, and Sportsmanship. Congratulations to the White team, which earned the honor of their flag being flown outside of Penson Gym for the entire next school year!

5TH GRADE Olympics

The Fifth Grade Olympics were a huge success! Girls competed for a country, and medals were given for basketball, field hockey, rowing, table tennis, soccer, swimming, and track and field. Students learned about the Olympic values and participated in opening and closing ceremonies.

Fine ARTS

HOCKADAY Theatre

“After Juliet” by Sharman McDonald takes place in Verona immediately after the deaths of Romeo and Juliet. The teens of the town led by Rosaline (Romeo’s first love) take on the power void and old rivalries as they deal with the emotion related to their loss. The Hockaday Repertory Company performed the play at this year’s ISAS Arts Festival and in the Lacerte Family Black Box Theater this spring.

HOCKADAY Debate

The Debate team consisting of Sanika Agarwalla (Class of 2024), Diya Hegde (Class of 2024), Aarnah Kurella (Class of 2024), Evita Nino (Class of 2024), Sidney Murray (Class of 2024), and Ariana Wang (Class of 2024) and coached by Chuck Walts, won runner-up in the 22nd Annual Brewer Foundation/New York University International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) debate competition on Saturday, May 6 – winning a $3,500 prize. The final debate was hosted at The Harold Pratt House in New York City. Hockaday debater Sanika Agarwalla won the inaugural John E. Sexton Award – recognizing the outstanding speaker during the Finals Debate. The “Elite Eight” teams taking part in the IPPF Finals emerged from a field of more than 220 teams, representing high schools in 31 U.S. states and 22 countries. “In a competition against many of the most accomplished debaters in the world, the students representing The Hockaday School excelled. They exhibited strong written and oral debate skills,” said William A. Brewer III, partner at Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors and founder of the IPPF. “We are proud to recognize their achievements as this year's IPPF Runner-Up. We also salute the inaugural winner of the John E. Sexton Award – Hockaday student Sanika Agarwalla.”

HOCKADAY Choir

The Upper School Concert Choir went on tour to New York City and had the honor of singing as members of the Masterworks Festival Chorus in Lincoln Center as they performed Dan Forrest’s “Jubilate Deo” alongside a professional orchestra. The highlights of the trip were meeting with the Tony Award-winning star of "Kimberly Akimbo" and Hockaday Alumna, Victoria Clark ’78, and working with Craig Hella Johnson (conductor) and Dan Forrest (composer) during the rehearsals and performance. Choir also showcased their range with the spring concert “Heartbreakers: Breakup Anthems of the Ages.” It featured the music of Taylor Swift, Adele, Beyoncé, Gloria Gaynor, Lesley Gore, "Oklahoma!", "Thoroughly Modern Millie," The Beatles, Brahms, Schumann, and more!

HOCKADAY Orchestra

The Hockaday Orchestra honored the Class of 2023 members with the annual Senior Solos Concert. Beginning more than 20 years ago, the Hockaday Senior orchestra members select pieces from Broadway to Tchaikovsky to perform with the orchestra. This annual tradition is a favorite and one our Seniors never forget.

SPRING Dance

Hockadance took to the stage in April for their annual Spring Concert, led entirely by students. Dancers selected songs, dance styles, choreography, and costumes, and used feedback from the judges at the ISAS Fine Arts Festival to complete their pieces.

UPPER SCHOOL Art

Students showcased their visual arts pieces in the Ann Bower '67 Gallery during receptions and exhibitions throughout the spring.

Hockaday ATHLETICS

HOCKADAY INTRODUCES OFFICIAL MASCOT

At an all-school spirit rally in April, Hockaday unveiled its first-ever official mascot!

FIFTEEN MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2023 WILL CONTINUE THEIR ATHLETIC CAREERS IN COLLEGE.

This adds to the 61collegiate student-athletes who have graduated from Hockaday in the past six years.

ELLIE ABEL Union College Ice Hockey

AMBYR BAKER

Villanova University Soccer

SOPHIA CLAVENNA

Williams College Rowing

SAVANNAH FREDERIKSEN

Tufts University Rowing

MAIA HARTLEY University of Pennsylvania Softball

GRACE HOVERMAN Columbia University Lacrosse

LAUREN INGRAM Duke University Volleyball

LOLA ISOM

Yale University Track and Field

VICTORIA LI Johns Hopkins University Fencing

MARY GRACE MARTIN

Claremont McKenna College Swimming

VICTORIA PEREIRA Wesleyan University Rowing

LAUREN ROACH

University of Louisville Lacrosse

JOSIE SINWELL William & Mary Lacrosse

AYLA SUMER Massachusetts Institute of Technology Soccer

ALEXANDRA WEINMEISTER Washington University Soccer

VARSITY SOCCER

FACULTY & STAFF Awards

THE JOHN KILLION MEMORIAL AWARD

Dr. Claire Cothren, Upper School English Teacher

Faculty and STAFF

The Killion Award was established by Mary Louise McNeese Forteith JC ’42 and Anne Elizabeth Zimmermann ’91, in memory of John Killion. The award is voted on by the Senior Class to honor and recognize a Hockaday teacher who goes out of his or her way to help students in and out of the classroom and who makes the learning atmosphere an exciting one, thus exemplifying those qualities so loved in Mr. Killion. This year, the Seniors selected Dr. Claire Cothren. Claire joined the Upper School faculty in 2015 and currently teaches English in addition to working as an Instructor for the Hockaday Writing Center.

The Class of 2023 said, “Dr. Cothren is a light. She is always incredibly joyful and knows exactly how to brighten up a student’s day. Even when it is not convenient for her, she makes herself available to students and assists them in any way possible. She shows incredible thoughtfulness when working with students, even those whom she does not personally teach. She always remains engaged with students and makes them feel as though their paper is the most interesting thing that she has ever read. If you go to Dr. Cothren, she will be your biggest cheerleader. Her infectious smile is easily recognized throughout the Hocka-halls, and the Class of 2023 truly appreciates all of the things she has done to help them succeed.”

THE ELLEN HIGGINBOTHAM ROGERS AWARD FOR FACULTY EXCELLENCE

Scott Bowman, Recipient

Leslie Gardiner and Laura Day, Finalists

In 2006, the Ellen Higginbotham Rogers Award for Faculty Excellence was established in honor of Ellen Higginbotham Rogers ’59 to recognize teaching excellence. It is given by the Alumnae Association annually to a faculty or staff member who makes an important impact on the students and the education the School provides them. In April, the Alumnae Association selected three finalists for the 2023 award, from which the recipient was announced at the end of the school year. The finalists are Scott Bowman, Leslie Gardiner, and Laura Day, with Scott Bowman being named as the 2023 recipient of the Ellen Higginbotham Rogers Award for Faculty Excellence.

THE ACKERMAN AWARD FOR CHARACTER EDUCATION

Dr. Mira Cranfill, Upper School Recipient Lori Ott, Lower School Recipient

DR. MIRA CRANFILL LORI OTT

CATHERINE BERRYMAN STEPHANIE WORCESTER

THE UNSUNG HERO AWARD

Jason Wagner Audio-Visual Coordinator

The Hockaday School Unsung Hero award recognizes the accomplishments of Hockaday staff members who have positively influenced a program or organization from behind the scenes with a positive attitude, a willingness to help in whatever capacity necessary, and a commitment to excellence. Nominees are individuals who help the Hockaday community achieve its goals and

aspirations, even in the face of adversity. The award recipients exhibit a can-do attitude, are hard-working, humble, honest, kind, and enthusiastic. David Yancey, Director of Technology, said, “He is reminiscent of the unwavering postman, who is recognized for their reliability and commitment. Regardless of the circumstances, he showcases his commitment to delivering the best. He is always on the lookout for opportunities to enhance his skills and to put our school at the forefront in the most favorable way. His passion, drive, and commitment embody the spirit of the school and make our school a better place.”

SERVICE Awards

30 YEARS

Cynthia Fuentes

Jesus Lares

25 YEARS

Dr. Barbara Fishel

Katherine Hogan

Tymesia Smaw

20 YEARS

Stephanie Hazlewood Dees ’94

Kathryn Hodgkinson

Jennifer Johnson

Denise Jones

Sabrina Kessee

Randal Rauscher Rhodus ’97

Danny Ussery

15 YEARS

Lucio Benedetto

Christina Brandt

Peggy Cagle

Leslie Gardiner

Tanya Ivey

Robert Kallos

Susan Sanders

Elia Stanfield

Laura Starr

2023

The Ellen Higginbotham Rogers Award for Faculty Excellence nominees (left to right): Leslie Gardiner, Lower School Math Specialist; Scott Bowman, Upper School History Teacher and Assistant Rowing Coach; Laura Day, Dr. William B. Dean Director of Service Learning and Executive Director of the Institute for Social Impact

Alumnae WEEKEND

WELCOME Home!

Alumnae Weekend was a wonderful way to reconnect on campus and celebrate our shared Hockaday history. Alumnae from around the country returned to campus for the Alumnae Day Luncheon, Family Picnic, and Alumnae Networking Cocktail Party. Members of the Class of 1973, who celebrated their 50th Reunion, wrote letters to their Hockaday Fourth Grade pen pals and enjoyed a special reception with their new friends. The Hockaday School is grateful to Ann Addyman Lawrence ’61 and Dana Lawrence Jhaveri ’90 (pictured below left) for their leadership as chairs of the event.

HONORARY ALUM Award

ELSA LUNA

Hockaday Receptionist

DR. NEELESH MEHENDALE

Hockaday Board of Trustees Officer

Father of Leena Mehendale ’22

HOCKADAY MEDAL Award