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EDITORIAL STAFF Adrienne Gale Assistant Director of Communications, CHSE Cory Leonard Graphic Design and Digital Manager

Contributors

Megan Bourgeois, Aimée Frierson, Mila Sexton, Sara Exner Whittaker ‘00

UNIVERSITY LABORATORY SCHOOL FOUNDATION OFFICERS AND BOARD 2020 - 2021 Michael Breard, Chair Andy Blumberg ’98, Vice Chair Robin Toups, Secretary Peter Kopfinger, Treasurer Andi Kirkpatrick, Vice Treasurer Emelie Alton Emily Olinde Boudreaux, PhD ‘99 Scotty Chabert René Firesheets Rowdy Gaudet Stuart Gilly ‘98 Katie Goodson Mimi Singer Lee Mike Lloyd Rhonda Loy Kim Hunter Reed Tracy Rutledge ‘95 Chris Tyson ‘93

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

Candace Kouns Immediate Past Chair Cathy Giering Cub Club Liaison Amy Groves Lowe ’88 General Counsel Andy Martin Associate Athletic Director Christa Leon Faculty Liaison, Interim Elementary Principal Frank Rusciano Faculty Liaison, Secondary Principal Kevin R. George Director Mila T. Sexton, CFRE Senior Director of Development

UNIVERSITY LABORATORY SCHOOL FOUNDATION STAFF Mila T. Sexton, CFRE Senior Director of Development Megan Bourgeois Associate Director of Community Engagement Aimée Frierson Associate Director of Annual Giving and Membership TO SHARE FEEDBACK, PLEASE CONTACT: Adrienne Gale, Assistant Director of Communications, CHSE agale2@lsu.edu lsufoundation.org/CubRoar /UniversityLaboratorySchoolFoundation.org

ULS FOUNDATION | COMMUNITY MESSAGE

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Amidst extraordinary circumstances this year, Cubs proved that we are truly Stronger Together.

A record-breaking 634 donors gave nearly $103,000 on Giving Day, adding to the growing impact made through our Annual Appeal ($455,495 and counting!). We hosted not one, but two, sold out golf tournaments benefiting U-High Athletics. Although nothing can take the place of connecting in person, our talented faculty and K-5th grade students sent love virtually to our grandparents. Thanks to the leadership giving of several proud Cub fans, we’re nearing the $1.3 million goal for the Champions Corner project at the Cub Complex. We’re proud to celebrate their generosity in this issue and look forward to sharing this enhanced space with our families.

Inspired by your dedication, our ULS Foundation Board is planning a summer retreat that will result in an aspirational vision for the future and strategic objectives to guide the ULS Foundation over the next 3-5 years. I’m grateful for the selection of our 2021-22 executive leadership team: Andy Blumberg, Chairman; Robin Toups, Vice Chairman; Andi Kirkpatrick, Treasurer; Tracy Rutledge, Secretary; and Michael Breard, Immediate Past Chairman. Michael’s leadership and perseverance during a most challenging year has been inspirational and impactful. He has been an exceptional partner to ULS this year, and I am personally humbled by his unceasing commitment. ULS is stronger because of his investment in us and our success is part of his legacy.

As we look toward a new school year, we do so with enthusiasm for welcoming Kevin George for his first school year as part of the Cub family. We are eager to bring the community back together within our classrooms and auditoriums, on the sidelines cheering for the Cubs, and in the myriad of the many ways we stand together in support of ULS.

Mila Sexton, CFRE Senior Director of Development University Laboratory School Foundation

2021-22 Executive Leadership Team

Thank You

Andy Blumberg ‘98, Chairman Robin Toups, Vice Chairman Tracy Rutledge ‘95, Secretary Michael Breard, Immediate Past Chairman Andi Kirkpatrick, Treasurer

FOR YOUR IMPACT!

We’re grateful for the selfless service of Cathy Giering, outgoing Cub Club Chair. Thank you, Cathy, for your tireless volunteerism on behalf of our parents and faculty!

As their ULS Foundation terms draw to a close, we celebrate René Firesheets, Mimi Singer Lee, Kim Hunter Reed, and Peter Kopfinger. Each served with tenacity while distinguishing themselves as judicious

stewards, especially during this nontraditional year.

With utmost appreciation, we honor Candace Kouns, Immediate Past Chair. Her steadfast service to our Board and its mission have made a difference in countless ways. Notably, she led our most successful Annual Appeal year EVER! We would not have been able to accomplish this and many other projects without her wise counsel and patient advice.

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We’re excited to welcome four new ULSF Board members. Business Report, 225 magazine, inRegister magazine, Thank you for serving!

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Sean Cangelosi is a current parent and owner of Smoothie Erin Monroe Wesley is a current parent and Vice King.

President of Cox Communications.

Rolfe McCollister (’73), is a past parent, current grandparent, and founder and Chairman of Louisiana Business Inc. which publishes the Greater Baton Rouge

Brandy Williams is a current parent and Supervisor of the Gifted and Talented program for EBR Parish School Systems.

KEVIN R. GEORGE NAMED ULS DIRECTOR Kevin George has been named Director of the LSU Laboratory School. George began his service in May as only the 13th head of the school, now in its 106th year.

“I am so pleased to welcome Kevin George as the new Director of LSU Laboratory School,” said LSU College of Human Sciences & Education Dean Roland Mitchell, PhD. “He now joins a short list of exceptional leaders in this school’s history. The depth and breadth of his leadership experience will undoubtedly serve the ULS community well. I look forward to a continuation of and growth in the tradition of excellence for which U-High is known as we begin this new chapter at the dawn of the school’s second century.”

George has more than 21 years of experience in education, including Chief Executive Officer of New Beginnings Charter Management Organization, Superintendent of St. John the Baptist Public School System, Supervisor of Secondary Curriculum for Lafourche Parish and Deputy Network Leader with the Louisiana Department of Education, principal, assistant principal and teacher. He most recently served as the Chief School Accountability Officer for New Orleans Public Schools.

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recognized as the 2016 Save the Music Foundation Superintendent of the Year. Awarded to only one superintendent or school CEO each year, the honor recognizes outstanding commitment to music education in his or her school district.

After completion of a fellowship with the Southern Education Foundation’s Racial Equity Leadership Network, George has presented at national conferences on topics such as equitable outcomes for all students and building systems to support teaching and learning.

On a full football scholarship, George attended Nicholls State University where he earned two bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree and was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi honor society. He is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Executive Leadership from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans.

The ULS Community can expect in me an individual who believes in the collective.

Together, we can do anything.

While serving in these positions, George also held appointments to several statewide committees, including the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Superintendents’ Advisory Council and the Louisiana Department of Education’s Commission on Assessment and Review and Use in Public Schools (Chair), Advisory Council of Student Behavior and Discipline and the Alternative Education Study Group.

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George and his wife, Schwanda, have been married for 23 years and have three children – a son, Jalon, who is a Senior Airman in the U.S. Air Force, a daughter, Taylor, who is a graduate student at LSU and Kassidy, who is a rising junior in high school.

Originally from Crowley, LA, George graduated from Notre Dame High School. “I have a lot of pride in my hometown because it helped shape who I am today,” he said. And growing up in the Rice Capital of the World, it is no surprise that one of George’s personal claims to fame is “making the best red beans and rice on this side of the equator.”

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He counts his parents - Roger and Diane Johnson - as having the greatest influence on his life. “They instilled in me a drive that continues today. No matter the activity, they expected excellence from my siblings and me. Whether I was Farmer McGregor in a 3rd grade play or an officer in our church youth group, they demanded excellence,” said George, adding, “They also firmly believed in the power of education and its ability to change the trajectory of a person’s life.”

The result: George and both of his siblings are now all educators. “All of us have earned master’s degrees in education and two of us are pursuing Doctoral degrees,” he said.

“I am so proud and excited to begin this journey,” said George.

“The ULS Community can expect in me an individual who believes in the collective. Together, we can do anything. I look forward to galvanizing our Cub Family to make our school even more outstanding than it is today. I look forward to working tirelessly with our stakeholders to ensure ULS is always at its best.”

IN GRATEFUL MEMORIAM

JAMES “JIM” H. WHARTON,PhD JULY 23, 1937-MAY 22, 2021

By Sara Exner Whittaker ‘00

The Wharton family is pictured celebrating the wedding of Ashby Tonore and Beau Hadskey ‘09, February 8, 2020.

(Left to Right) Alex Hadskey ’13, Will Wharton ’20, Sherri Wharton Hadskey, Ashby Tonore Hadskey, Beau Hadskey ‘09, Joan Wharton, Dr. Jim Wharton, Dr. Scott Wharton ’87, Bridget Wharton, Sam Wharton ’16, and Jake Wharton ‘15

experiences, sharing about his friend, “Jim was the smartest and most articulate man I have ever known. He seemed to have the answers before the questions were asked. He co-chaired the UHS building fundraiser with Brett Furr ’79 and me some years ago. Not just that, but he leveraged the money raised five“Who is Jim Wharton? Look around in crime,” even meeting in the bottom fold to get much additional work done. the school and talk to someone who was of a ditch that needed to be covered to He helped LSU come out of the dark there 16 years ago. In everything that has accommodate facilities expansion. For ages when he was chancellor. He never been done in terms of facilities, you’ll Smith, this funny memory exemplifies sought credit for any of his contributions find his footprint and handprint,” shared Wharton’s passionate commitment to LSU or UHS.” Wade Smith, PhD, former longtime ULS to ULS, which is reflected in (among Asked what Wharton’s legacy will be, superintendent. many other projects) the PenningtonSmith quickly explained that Wharton’s Like so many who had the honor of McKernan Multipurpose Gymnasium, life was all about legacy. “For Jim, life partnering with Dr. Wharton – whose expansion of the elementary school, was an intentional effort to make sure stellar career included serving as LSU covering the infamous ditch, and generations to come would be able chancellor from 1981-89 – Smith renovating the athletic facilities, E. B. Ted to benefit from his work. That’s the experienced that a standout quality was Robert Auditorium, Albritton Hall, and difference between just living a life and his “bulldog tenacity.” That, combined choir and band hall. leaving a legacy.” with Wharton’s deep institutional Notably, Smith said, “Every bit There’s no question that, true to the knowledge, created a “formidable package” happened without taking a penny of reputation he built over decades of that Smith said emerged in every one of the taxpayer’s dime. We accomplished it selflessly applying his bulldog tenacity the many projects they collaborated on through private donations and creation of to the projects he believed in, Wharton over the span of 15 years. bonds.” accomplished his aim. Smith reflected, Smith saw Wharton get into the Smith credits Wharton’s level of “The Lab School would be virtually trenches – literally – time after time preparedness and knowledge with making unrecognizable in terms of what is today to support ULS, where his son and countless visions a reality. Wharton was if you didn’t put Jim Wharton in the grandchildren attended. When Smith known to come to a conversation with picture.” joined ULS as head administrator, the extensive knowledge, no matter the topic, University Laboratory School proudly school had begun renovations, but there because he either had direct experience and gratefully celebrates Dr. Wharton’s were many projects yet to be tackled or had spent time researching and indelible impact and is honored by his to modernize and expand. He and positioning himself to serve. real-life example of giving total effort in Wharton became “conceptual partners Richard Lipsey ’57 echoed Smith’s every endeavor.

A GLIMPSE INTO RECENTLY FUN FIRST YEAR OF MAKER ED CULMINATES WITH FRIENDLY COMPETITION Knock Knock Children’s Museum, a regional hub for the national Making Spaces program, completed a year of virtual professional development with an in-person chain reaction building activity designed to inspire creative problem solving and innovation. As part of a national cohort of organizations through Making Spaces, a research practice partnership led by Maker Ed and the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, the program has an ambitious goal to sustainably integrate making into learning environments across the country.

Attending the Rube Goldberg-inspired chain reaction: Cate Heroman, ULS Grandparent; Paige Zittrauer, 2nd Grade Instructor; Amy Martin, Kindergarten Instructor; Christa Leon, Interim Elementary Principal; Michelle Blanchard, 1st Grade Instructor; Mila Sexton, Senior Director of Development, not pictured.

Fifty educators in nine sites were selected to participate in this two-year professional learning opportunity including schools and libraries in East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, and Livingston Parishes.

Knock Knock Education Chair Cate Heroman and Knock Knock Maker Coordinator Alexandra Pearson deliver monthly STEAM-rich professional development virtually to a core leadership team of PreK-3rd grade teachers, administrators, and librarians throughout the school year.

Educators from diverse backgrounds and experiences learn about innovative practices taking place across the country and network with each other to share what works in their own programs.

The University Laboratory School teacher participants worked collaboratively with other sites to build a Rube Goldberg-inspired chain reaction—an activity full of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The expierence provided the adult participants the opportuntiy to reflect on STEAM-rich activities that can facilitate learning in their own classrooms.

FLEXIBLE SEATING

Physical activity has been linked to higher academic performance, better health, and improved behavior. Bottom line is children need to move. The third grade flexible seating for reading and math groups allows students to wobble, rock, bounce, lean or stand. “Having an interactive table stimulates imagination and increases motivation to participate in group discussions. Let’s face it! Who wouldn’t want to write on an interactive table and share his/her thoughts in this way all while getting the wiggles out,” said third grade Instructor Amanda Fourrier.

NDED PROJECTS BY THE ULSF LOUISIANA CIVIL RIGHTS ICON AND AUTHOR VISITS ULS Sybil Haydel Morial, who was recently recognized as a Louisiana Legend by Louisiana Public Broadcasting, spoke to ULS high school students in February about her life as an educator, activist, community leader, a civil rights icon, and in her own words, “a witness to change” during a critical period in U.S. history.

events surrounding an evening as a young girl when she and her friends were forced to leave a public park simply because they were Black. She defined the incident stoically as “her first public rejection.”

Although many similar events followed during her childhood, Morial said it was as a college student at Boston University Morial, who is the grandmother of students Austin and Jaiden that she began to experience what it was like to “go anywhere Ausberry, returned to ULS later in the spring to meet with 10th I wanted to go.” In 1954, while Morial was nearing the end of grade AP Government and 8th grade Louisiana History classes her undergraduate studies, the U.S. Supreme Court heard the for book discussions on her memoir, titled “Witness to Change: landmark case of Brown v. the Board of Education and rendered From Jim Crow to Political Empowerment.” a decision that ultimately banned segregation in public schools.

“I knew then that change would be coming to the South, and I Prior to her second visit, Dr. Belinda Cambre’s and Kim Carr’s decided that I wanted to go home and be a part of that change,” students each received a copy of Morial’s book. ”We are grateful she said. to Mrs. Sybil Morial for sharing her life story with our students.

Her visit and book provided a first-person perspective on a And she did just that! As the wife of the late Dutch Morial, significant time in our state’s history. This personal connection a man of many firsts, including having been elected the first to history was an invaluable supplement to our curriculum, and Black mayor of New Orleans, and who continued on to highly it is a prime example of the important role our donors have in distinguished and well documented career, Mrs. Morial’s driving ULS’s pace-setting K-12 education,” said ULSF Senior independent achievements have not Director of Development Mila Sexton. always garnered the same level of recognition until now.

The idea for writing a book came to her, said Morial, after Hurricane Katrina and a subsequent fire destroyed her New “Witness to Change” recounts Morial Orleans home and everything in it. “It was heartbreaking, being among the first young teachers but I soon realized that although I lost my ‘things,’ I did not to integrate a school system in lose my memories. So, I started writing stories one at a time,” Baltimore, her daring attempt to said Morial. “Soon I realized I had enough to say that these be accepted to Tulane University memories could become a book.” before Black students were allowed, her work in registering She chose to write in memoir style rather than autobiographical Black voters, her friendships because a “memoir is more intimate. This book lets you, the and acquaintances with reader, into my life – how I felt about events and how they historical figures, including affected my family - but it also includes a lot of New Orleans Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Louisiana history,” she shared. and much more, all from a personal and moving In both her talk and her book, Morial opened with how she perspective. grew up in the Jim Crow era in Louisiana. She described the

teacher appreciation week

Cub Club was proud to host 2021 Teacher Appreciation Week by celebrating all faculty and staff from April 19-23. Thank you, Jenny Stewart, for leading this special week. The week kicked off with a complimentary breakfast and included snacks stationed throughout the school; catered lunches from Newk’s, Pizza Byronz, and The Jambalaya Shoppe; smoothies courtesy of Smoothie King; and a crawfish boil at Walk-On’s.

On behalf of our families, Cub Club was also able to provide a few surprises during the last full week of classes: iced coffee from Coffee Call, smoothies (again courtesy of Smoothie King – thank you!), and take-home meals from Red Zeppelin Pizza.

RESTAURANT NIGHTS Thank you to Leighann Biggio for adding several new restaurants this year and increasing our revenue. This was our biggest year yet for restaurant nights! Because of Leighann’s work and your participation, Cub Club was able to fund new projects such as coffee in the teacher’s lounge and refreshments for parents during kindergarten screenings.

FACULTY AND STAFF HOLIDAY LUNCHEON The annual U-High Holiday luncheon provided a fun and festive celebration for faculty and staff to kick off the holiday season. The event was coordinated by Katie Goodson and Kim Gilly and catered by Superior Grill.

USED UNIFORM SALES

Used uniform sales adapted to COVID restrictions by collecting uniforms in the carpool lines and hosting the sale outdoors. Thank you, Ashley Stringfellow, for your hard work and flexibility. You helped bring our used uniform sales to the next level.

PARENT SYMPOSIUM YARD SIGNS Parents shared ideas for symposium topics, leading to a virtual event coordinated by Dr. Vicky Roy and featuring expert advice for social media safety. Cub Club is proud to focus symposium topics to meet our families’ needs, and we are eager to connect in person for next year’s symposium events!

CUB MERCHANDISE

Merchandise sales went digital this year with great success! Thank you, Catherine Collins, for filling orders and delivering them to our students. Be on the lookout for NEW merchandise coming in direct response to families’ ideas.

Cub Club members enjoyed a new benefit this year: Home of a University Cub yard signs. We offer a BIG thank you to Lauren Haddox for designing the sign this year and to her team for their flexible distribution during our fall hybrid schedule. Look for these yard signs again next year!

NEW FAMILY MEET&GREET

In late July 2020, new Cub families in K-12 were invited to meet school administrators and take a walking tour of the school grounds. Over 150 new Cubs and parents toured campus. Many thanks to Belinda Doyle and all the volunteer tour guides for welcoming our new families.

ROOM PARENTS Throughout the school year, elementary room parents provided invaluable volunteer support for our elementary faculty, staff, and parents. These generous volunteers gave of their time and talents to keep families connected to the classroom and each other while lifting up our teachers in any way that was needed. Thank you, Ashley Stringfellow, for leading this crew!

RETIREMENT PARTY Many thanks to Cub Club volunteer Jeanne McCollister McNeil ‘97, who put together a wonderful celebration to honor our 2021 retirees: Faith Kobetz and Burke Broussard.

AROUND CAMPUS

Unveiling of Vick Field To view more photos from this event please go to https://bit.ly/VickField

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-High has been an important part of LSU and Baton Rouge for 106 years. And for many folks, memories of their school days at U-High evoke some of the fondest memories of their lives.

grandparents. Both were teachers, my father chemistry at LSU, my mother History and Social Studies at U-High. They were very fond of baseball and had seats #1 and #2 at the old Alex Box Stadium. It was my father’s favorite place. Randy recognized the opportunity to both assist the U-High athletic program and to honor my parent’s The ULS Foundation is honored to recognize one such family, contributions to LSU and U-High by naming the U-High baseball the Vick Family. The naming of the U-High Baseball Field was complex Vick Field,” shared Maurice (Mac) Vick, M.D. “We are a long-awaited celebration and culmination of the dedication of proud of their lives and accomplishments and forever grateful to many volunteers and the generosity of many donors to the Future U-High and LSU for the education we have received. Best wishes of Effective Education Capital Campaign. and go Cubs! If you haven’t seen it, check it out. It is beautiful,” On Thursday, April 15, Michael Breard, chairman of the University added Stephen (Randy) Vick, M.D. Laboratory School Foundation welcomed guests and members of University Laboratory School is extremely fortunate to have such the Vick family to the unveiling of Vick Field. On hand for the generous alumni, parents, and grandparents. The Vick family’s presentation were co-chairs, Richard Lipsey ‘57 and Brett Furr ‘79. leadership investment enables us to sustain the high-caliber The ULS Foundation is humbled and honored by the extraordinary investment made by Dr. Mac Vick, Class of 1958, and Dr. Randy Vick, Class of 1985, which will impact current and future generations of Cubs. The Vick Family has been part of U-High for more than 65 years and LSU for more than 80 years.

Mila Sexton, senior director of development met with the Vick’s and captured their inspiration for making this gift. “Dr. Maurice Vick, Sr. and Whit Vick were my parents and Randy’s

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education students deserve and the Cub Community expects. We are grateful to the Vick family for their years of loyal investment and support and are proud that it will be forever commemorated with the naming of the U-High baseball field.

“The Vick family understands the importance of school spirit and camaraderie and investing in such a meaningful way. Philanthropic support like theirs is critical to fostering our Cubs’ sense of pride in their school, their classmates and teammates, and themselves,” shared Sexton.

With Love from Us to You

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Grandparents and Grandfriends Day 2021

Grandparents Day is a valued part of every school year.

Thanks to our wonderful teachers and talented students, we were grateful to be able to bring a special program to our grandparents virtually.

fabulous video performance, “With Love from Us to You”.

“Returning to ULS four years ago to teach felt like coming home. My long-standing connection has only been strengthened by the Grandparents Day Program, where our families get to participate and watch their children and grandchildren shine!

The students take this wonderful opportunity seriously and want their families to be proud, and I’m grateful to be a part of it!” shared Fowler.

“The perseverance of our school community during a most unusual year has been nothing short of inspirational. We are fortunate for the love that permeates our school, and this year has proven that no amount of social distancing could We are thankful for our creative, dedicated volunteers and keep us apart in spirit. We know how eager our grandparents faculty who banded together to ensure this milestone did not and grandfriends are to be part of their Cubs’ Lab School experience,” shared Mila Sexton, senior director of development. escape us: Secondary Music Instructor Dana Lux, props; current parents Becca Behrnes, sound; and Lacie Templet, This is why the ULS Foundation turned to elementary music decorations; and past parents, Flo and Bill Rodman, video instructor and U-High alumna, Margaret Fowler ‘93, and production. interim elementary principal, Christa Leon, to produce a

CLASS OF 2022 SENIOR INDUCTION

The ULS Foundation was thankful to celebrate the Class of 2022 in person! The Senior Induction is one of U-High’s traditions that make student experiences so very special. As we celebrated our rising seniors, we were reminded of those traditions that U-High treasures, and most importantly, the many people behind those traditions. Twenty-two legacy families were acknowledged from the Class of 2022. These individuals have paved the way for others to continue the journey of the many U-High traditions that remain ahead.

As part of the induction, each student from the Class of 2022 was presented with a class pin to be worn on their graduation gown at their commencement, May 2022. Parents and students were welcomed by Mila Sexton, CFRE, senior director of development and the class of 2022 were formally introduced as seniors for the 2021-2022 school year by Frank Rusciano, secondary principal.

To view more photos from this event please go to https://bit.ly/SRInduction

Crawfish Boil SENIOR

For 14 years, the graduating class has been celebrated with

Multipurpose Gymnasium where the ULS Foundation hosted a crawfish boil in their honor. The seniors were greeted by a final “Walk-Out” through the halls of U-High. Last year, Director Kevin George. Crawfish were catered by Mitch the pandemic caused us to adjust and be a bit creative with an Hopkins, Class of 2008, owner of Crawfish on the Geaux. outdoor drive by parade. We were ecstatic to return to this The seniors were also treated to snowballs, and Raising Cane’s tradition this year and celebrate the Class of 2021. Grades K-11, faculty, staff, and senior parents cheered and congratulated provided lemonade and Cane’s sauce to accompany the crawfish.

We congratulate and send best wishes to our newest alumni, the the seniors as they walked through the halls of the school Class of 2021. one last time as students. After the ‘Walk-Out”, the seniors gathered on the back lawn of the Pennington McKernan To view more photos from this event please go to https://bit.ly/SRcrawfishboil

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Presenting Sponsor, Chuck Musgrove, owner, Roto-Rooter, pictured with his team: (L to R) Ross Berthelot, Beazy Sotile, Chuck Musgrove, BG Lanoix.

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Memorial Golf Tournament

Our committed volunteer committee hosted not one, but two, golf tournaments this school year. On April 27, the annual Gerald Furr Memorial Golf Classic, in honor of retired ULS basketball coach Gerald Furr, broke the player participation record with 42 teams!

Special gratitude to co-chairs, Michael Breard and Andy Blumberg. Michael has chaired this event for the past seven years and continues to raise the bar benefiting U-High Athletics. This year’s events were especially important due to the lack of gate sales during athletic events brought on by the pandemic.

To view more photos from this event please go to https://bit.ly/2021GFGolf

monthly roses for a year courtesy of Rickey Heroman’s Florist and Gifts.

Jared Braud was the recipient of a custom golf putter after winning the putting contest.

Thank you to our sponsors! We could not have done this without your support!

Presenting Sponsor: Roto-Rooter of Baton Rouge Signage Sponsor: Blumberg and Associates

Title Sponsors: Capital One Dugas Pest Control Hays Breard Financial Group Iberia Bank Superior Grill Highland Road

Major Sponsors: Group Contractors Congratulations to our tournament The Manship Family winners!

Rathmann Chiropractic Clinic 1st Gross – Brian Whitley, Drew Allmon, TMC Industrial Group Gammon Manne, Lawrence Gettys Trade Construction Company 1st Net – Jon LeBlanc, Benn Gainnie, TJ Wampold Companies Solis, Eric Landry Corporate Sponsors: 2nd Net – Scotty Chabert, Scott Benson, Apothecare Pharmacy Brenton Day, Brad Jackson Assurance Financial Bearing Point Properties 3rd Net – Lionel Bailey, Barrett Bailey, Joseph Furr Design Studio Phelps McKey, Kent Roberts Red River Bank Closest to the Pin #8 – Don Ponder Saunders and Chabert Seth Henderson was the recipient of

Hole Sponsors: Acadian Frame and Art Appliance Distributers Baton Rouge Printing Cangelosi Ward Geaux Logo Promotions Dr. Warren Gottsechen GVSI Ryn Jones- Realtor Haspel Hollingsworth Richards Automotive Group Lipsey’s Long Law Firm Luke Lewis Companies Peak Performance Physical Therapy The Phillips Family Saia Auto Consultants Colin Smith Taylor, Porter, Brooks & Phillips Work Box In Kind Sponsors: Bayou Ford Baton Rouge Coca Cola Bistro Byronz Burgersmith Deep South Crane Geaux Logo Promotions Geaux Roofing Rickey Heroman’s Florist and Gifts John Landry Superior Grill Highland Road Walk-On’s

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Each of the 629 Cubs who stepped up to make Giving Day 2021 a success has a unique ULS story and a special reason for giving.

In this issue, we’re celebrating a few Giving Day gifts honoring Cubs spanning graduation years from 1922 to 2033. Together with these families, you made a $102,988 impact in just 24 hours! We are humbled and energized by your generosity and eager to put these crucial dollars to work for the benefit of every student.

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SUPPORTING A FAMILY ENVIRONMENT

Rising first grader Aubrey Grace Shoptaugh ’33, daughter of Mark ’01, is a fifth-generation Cub whose great-greatgrandmother, Ruth Dupuy, was part of the Class of 1922 when the school was located downtown at the Pentagon Barracks. She would later marry John Shoptaugh, who served U-High as principal for two decades, and would celebrate their three children earning diplomas from her alma mater. Son James Shoptaugh ’50 continued the family tradition by sending his children: Cathy Landry ’73, David ’75, longtime coach Johnny ’76, and Mark ’76. With such deep connections and pride, Landry was excited to join classmate Rolfe McCollister in meeting his challenge to contribute on Giving Day. His outreach was a reminder of her own U-High experience and those of her sons, Riley ’04 and Eric ’08.

“It offers a whole-child, well-rounded education – academics, athletics, arts, music, and service opportunities,” she explained. “It serves the full spectrum, and everyone graduates prepared to be happy and successful adults.”

Landry has long supported U-High, giving in areas where she feels she can make an impact on the “whole child” approach. That’s the distinguishing factor that stands out as she reflects upon the role U-High has had in the lives of now five generations of Shoptaughs: “I think U-High has always had that culture of you’re here, we’re going to nourish you, we’re going to support you, we’re going to help you be successful by giving you lots of different tools.

That’s what U-High has always been. It’s a family environment.”

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BEING PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER

When the Grisby family relocated from Virginia to Louisiana three years ago, they quickly found a welcoming school family at U-High.

Kearra ‘25 and Kameron ‘28 are thriving, and parents Latreace and Kevin are committed to giving back. Latreace, who is earning her MBA at LSU, became aware of Giving Day as both an LSU student and a U-High parent. She was eager to be part of the observance.

“More than ever this year, it was the excitement – to participate in a giving challenge with other families. The school increased the awareness and engagement to unify the community, which created a feeling of camaraderie.”

The Grisbys were blown away by how the school excelled during the pandemic, emphasizing how fortunate they feel to have their children attend. “Given the intrinsic value of the education our children receive, we should contribute above and beyond tuition,” said Latreace, adding, “There is an immediate return in outcomes related to both the academic and social growth in the students. It’s an opportunity to say thank you for the gift of a valuable education.”

As an associate director for Bristol Myers Squibb, Latreace knew she wanted to leverage her company’s 1:1 matching gift program to achieve a more significant impact. “At every opportunity I can use it, I do,” she explained. “Most employers value employees who take the initiative to use their matching programs. When employees exercise the match program, they can extend the company’s goodwill to support charitable organizations.”

Contributing is about being a part of something bigger.

The Grisbys contribute to several causes that are important to them through the matching program; investing in U-High is a priority: “Contributing is about being a part of something bigger. Your children attend the school and as parents, you want to be valuable contributors to the school and the greater community.” [continued on page 43]

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GIVING DA2 On March 10, more than 600 Cubs from across the country came together to raise $102,988 during the 3rd annual U-High Giving Day. In 2019, 269 donors contributed $13,725 during the inaugural Giving Day. Last year, efforts focused on lifting up the Cub community in lieu of fundraising due to COVID-19, and 111 donors stepped up, contributing $8,055. This year’s historic win took a tremendous effort from all areas of the Cub family.

Thank you to our Alumni Ambassadors, ULSF Board of Directors, parents, grandparents, faculty and staff, and alumni for stepping up and supporting U-High.

CHALLENGE HEROS The Rolfe Hood McCollister, Jr. Family Rolfe ‘73 and Teeta McCollister Jeanne McCollister ‘97 and Ryan McNeil Elizabeth McCollister ‘01 and Kyle Hebert Caden McNeil, Class of 2031 Isaiah McNeil, Class of 2034 Lane McNeil, Class of 2034

largest gift

$5000 4 gifts at this level

THE MCCOLLISTER FAMILY $5,000 CHALLENGE

The McCollister Family $5,000 Challenge Gift was “unlocked” when UHS reached its participation goal of 300 donors in 24 hours.

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The Gustave ‘Gus’ Anthony Piazza, Sr. Family Jeannine Piazza Antoinette Piazza Guthrie ‘99 Lillian Marie Piazza ‘05 Caroline Piazza Dahlen ‘07 Jordan ‘06 and Jordan Emmerson Piazza ‘13

THE PIAZZA FAMILY $2,500 CHALLENGE The Piazza Family $2,500 Challenge Gift was unlocked when 50 donors gave during Power Hour. The Cub Community was tenacious in this challenge and had the most donors on the LSU campus with 224 donors in one hour!

This unlocked an additional challenge gift from the LSU Foundation, raising $1,000 more for U-High.

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Class of 2006 with 40 donors

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The Broussard Family Ben, Dana, Evan, Jude, Evie and Ella Broussard

THE BROUSSARD FAMILY $1,000 CHALLENGE

Past ULS parents, Dana and Ben Broussard, who now reside in North Carolina, reached out during Giving Day, inspired by the spirit of the Cub Community, and offered a $1,000 Challenge Gift for the last LSU Power Hour if 25 Cub donors made a gift between 8:00 – 9:00 pm. Once again, Cubs proved they are fierce and unlocked the Broussard Family Challenge and the LSU campus wide challenge, raising an additional $5,000!

Class of 1999 Class of 1995 tied with 20

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Class of 1997 with 15 donors

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U-HIGH GIVING DAY PRIORITY FUNDS TUITION ASSISTANCE FUND

41%

of giving day donors are

alumni

More than $33,000 was raised for the Tuition Assistance Fund.

Gifts to the Tuition Assistance Fund ensure that a family’s financial circumstances don’t stand in the way of earning a ULS education.

For more than a decade, tuition assistance has supported Cubs at all grade levels whose household income qualifies them for financial assistance. These generous gifts close the access gap for students who would not otherwise be able to attend ULS. Thank you to Sally Richardson ’00 for sharing what U-High meant to you! https://youtu. be/5yH12B_8U0o

Holly Barbee McCormick ’94

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I am honored to contribute to the tuition assistance for ULS. When I was admitted as an incoming 6th grader back in 1987, my family was fortunate that ULS was affordable and very well known for its stellar approach to education. U-High changed the direction of my whole life and it is my honor to give back to kids in my same situation.

ACADEMIC IMPACT INITIATIVES

Gifts to Academic Impact Initiatives surpassed $58,000. These generous contributions sustain the quality of our model K-12 environment by enhancing the educational experience of each and every Cub, providing cross-disciplinary classroom advancement, faculty development, and strengthened campus security that meets the evolving needs of our campus community.

Thank You! Giving Day Alumni Ambassadors

UHS Classes 1990-2010

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For helping us pilot our Alumni Text-a-Thon and making this the best Giving Day yet!

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Marshall Gammon ‘90 Charles McKenzie ‘90 Sarah Nevils Dupree ‘91 Margaret Fowler ‘93 Rebecca Mathews Acosta ‘93 Ricky Gill ‘94 Parker Kilgore ‘95 Jill Roby Pike ‘96 Jeff Morton ‘96 Lejeanne Haynes Smith ‘96 India Byrd Rives ‘97 Catherine Nachman Thigpen ‘97 Andy Blumberg ‘98 Stuart Gilly ‘98 Trent Rives ‘98 Katherine Mathews Landry ‘99 Kelley Heroman Buzzell ‘00 Lisanne Meiners McCuller ‘00 Solveig Greene ‘01 Kristen Chapman Montgomery ‘01 Andrew Baer ‘02 Sarah Collins Bennett ‘02 Amanda Exner Staiano ‘03 Emily Mornton Melancon ‘04 Beau Maginnis ‘04 Sarah Kilpatrick Wylie ‘05 Jordan Piazza ‘06w Nancy Lloyd Kilpatrick ‘06 Lauren Lamonte Tyler ‘06 Alexis Edwards Decoteau ‘08 Caroline Sexton Batsche ‘08 Ally Johnson Bayard ‘09 Andrew Blackwood ‘10

$119.40

U-High went on a limb and accepted me the summer before my senior year. When I tell you it literally changed my life, I am not kidding. I had amazing teachers who worked as hard as I did to make sure we all succeeded and there aren’t enough thank yous in the world that I could give to the faculty and staff of U-High.

Erin Knight Credo ’05

ALUMNI AMBASSADORS

This year’s Giving Day introduced Alumni Ambassadors. Alumni representing graduating classes from 1990 – 2010 stepped up to serve as Giving Day Ambassadors, reaching out to their classmates through text and social media to encourage participation on Giving Day.

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Thank You

‘50s &‘60s

TO OUR GIVING DAY DONORS! * Indicates Grandparent Alumni are recognized with graduation year.

Rachel Holmes ‘95 and Brad Saia ‘97 Mimi and Chip Bankston ‘95 Andi LaBorde Barbier ‘95 Gretchen and Randal Daniel ‘95 Susan and Richard Lipsey ‘57* Stephanie Seale Fellon ‘95 Betty Bollinger ‘59 and Jennifer and Marston Fowler ‘95 George Huxel Melissa and Chad Grand ‘95 Lenore and René Roberts ‘63 Lindley and Hunter Hines ‘95 Leslie Johnson Miller ‘64 Morgan Jeffries ‘95 Sharon Walker Mathews ‘65* Laurie Lassalle Jennings ‘95 Bob Feldman ‘66 Erin and Parker Kilgore ‘95 Carroll and Dale Mathews ‘67* Farrah Lemoine ‘95 Lynn Sartain ‘69 and Len Stuart Maginnis ‘95 Kilgore ‘69 Jessica England ‘95 and Bart Phillips Casey Ponder ‘95 Reagan Connell Roberts ‘95 Lyle Smith ‘95 Sarah Anne Munson ‘71 and Erin Stone ‘95 Mary Glen and Marshall Kipp Creed ‘70 Adria Ledoux ‘96 and Ben Gammon ‘90 Ann Bowlus ‘71 and Steve Storey Heroman ‘96 Mary Oliphint ‘73 and Victor Casad Ryn Rutledge ‘90 and John Jones Ashley and Todd Grand ‘96 Joy Mackey McMahan ‘90 Marty McDowell ‘73 and John Kelly Hawkins ‘96 Conway Weems ‘90 and Robert Engquist* Eric Hollenbeck ‘96 Pettit Ashley Ward ‘73 and Loren Amanda Namie Juneau ‘96 Laura Day Saloom ‘90 Kleinpeter Jane and Jeff Morton ‘96 Jenny Petrie ‘91 and Claude Cathy Shoptaugh Landry ‘73 Lauren Bankston Petty ‘96 Leach ‘92 Teeta and Rolfe McCollister ‘73* Jill Roby ‘96 and Chris Pike Sally Perry ‘73 and Oley Sassone Keith Bunch ‘91 Brady Rewerts ‘96 Katie Kirkpatrick ‘91 and Todd Beverly and Geoff Choppin ‘74* Amanda Spain Wells ‘96 Justice Marolon Gardiner ‘74 and Barry India Byrd ‘97 and Trent Rives ‘98 Brian Antie ‘92 Mangham Andrea Archie Tyson ‘97 Kelly Sills ‘92 Sharon and Kevin Kilpatrick ‘76 Mischa Skyring ‘97 and Michael Rebecca Mathews ‘93 and Marc Lorilin and John Braymer ‘77 Breard Acosta Kelli Wiemer ‘78 and Brent Emily and Justin Chatelain ‘97 Margaret Fowler ‘93 Bankston ‘78 Heather Spradley Creel ‘97 Sheryl Moon ‘93 Kathy Kilpatrick ‘78 and Roy Gwen and John Engquist ‘97 Katie O’Brien ‘93 O. Martin, III Ben Exner ‘97 Gretchen and Kevin Ryder ‘93 Nancy Nolen ‘78 and Douglas Andrew Gilly ‘97 Anne and Andrew Thomas ‘93 Thomas Charles Gunn ‘97 Laura Roberts Freeman ‘94 Austin Mathews ‘97 Tori and Ricky Gill Jr. ‘94 Jeanne McCollister ‘97 and Lee Higginbotham ‘94 Ryan McNeil Holly Barbee McCormick ‘94 Erinn Kennedy Shaw ‘97 Jessica and Matthew Meiners ‘94 Catherine Nachman ‘97 and Cece Contois ‘80 and Bobby Elizabeth and Randall Samuel Thigpen Lyles ‘80 Nachman, III ‘94 Julie Wirth Tolhurst ‘97 Susan Bankston ‘80 and Tameka Clark Ramsey ‘94 Kelly Heroman ‘97 and John Wood David Voss Amy Joiner ‘94 and Matt Rouse Kate and Andy Blumberg ‘98 Toni and Steven Harrell ‘81 Jill McDonald ‘95 and Jason Jos Downing ‘98 Mary Beth Abraham ‘82 and Keith Ayres ‘96 Kim and Stuart Gilly ‘98 Armstrong ‘83 Shelby Karns ‘96 and Jon Katie and Spencer Maxcy ‘98 Jean Ann McKernan ‘83 and Burton Robert ‘95 Rebecca Roby Ratcliff ‘98 LeBlanc ‘82 Elizabeth Harbour ‘96 and Tracy Caroline Alvarez Smith ‘98 Rutledge ‘95

1950’s and 1960’s

Elissa and Charles McKenzie ‘82 Karen McCaskill ‘83 and Doug Garland Stephanie and John Crawford ‘85 Lauren and Connor Eglin ‘85 Alicia and Randy Vick ‘85 Sara Margaret Downing ‘86 Shannan and John Everett ‘87 Martha Stuckey ‘87 Kelly Hutson ‘87 and Kyle Viator Rachel Eglin Frazer ‘88 Wendy Lipsey ‘88 Amy Groves ‘88 and David Lowe Whitney Higginbotham Greene ‘89 Holly and Charles Sides ‘89

‘70s ‘90s 1970’s

‘80s 1980’s

1990’s

Kindra Berteau ‘99 Emily Olinde ‘99 and Brad Boudreaux Chris Brooks ‘99 Ashley Freiberg ‘99 and Frank Brost Jennifer Griffith Cheatham ‘99 Catherine Pletsch Hedges ‘99 Casey Rayborn Hicks ‘99 Anna Boren Joubert ‘99 Jonathan Kendrick ‘99 Covey Kilgore ‘99 Katherine Mathews ‘99 and Jeremy Landry Dodi and Justin Langlois ‘99 Rena and Joshua Langlois ‘99 Shannon and Jesse McCormick ‘99 Mark Mitchell ‘99 Antoinette Piazza Guthrie ‘99 Kia Baldwin Richardson ‘99 Emily Sturgis Toledano ‘99 Brian Waggenspack ‘99

‘00s 2000’s

Kelley Heroman ‘00 and John Buzzell Jennifer Harris Guerin ‘00 Sarah and Robert Heroman ‘00 Minnie Howard ‘00 Elizabeth Bollinger ‘00 and Stephen Kogos Lisanne Meiners McCuller ‘00 Sally Richardson ‘00 Sara Exner ‘00 and Cullen Whittaker Katy Boren ‘01 Amy Byrd ‘01 Allison Brackman Elkins ‘01 Solveig Greene ‘01 and George Turner Elizabeth McCollister ‘01 and Kyle Hebert Laura and Curtis Heroman ‘ 01 Meredith and Jake Manship ‘01 Anne and Ryan McConnell ‘01 Kristen Chapman ‘01 and David Montgomery Kim and Chris Peters ‘01 Sarah and Michael Tipton ‘01 Cathy Waggenspack-Landry

‘01 Erin and Andrew Baer ‘02 Clay Benton ‘02 Nichole Bickham ‘02 and Matt Bonilla Katherine Creed ‘02 and Brooks Gold Charles Johnson ‘02 Tara Grace and Chris Jones ‘02 Alden Kleinpeter ‘02 and Will Magee Louise Hines Myers ‘02 Sarah Kilpatrick ‘05 and Richard Wylie ‘03 Lewis Eaton ‘03 Mia Etienne ‘03 Elliot Hardy ‘03 Ryan Harris ‘03 Laren Hill Holzer ‘03 Rebecca Jolissaint ‘03 Crystal Ramezanzadeh ‘03 and Nicholas Loup Brittany Steib Nobles ‘03 Megan O’Brien ‘03 Robert Scheffy ‘03 Sarah Smith ‘03 Amanda Exner ‘03 and Patrick Staiano Amanda Walsh ‘03 Martha Jane Tyler ‘04 and Nicholas Guichard Paul Henslee ‘04 Jarrod Honeycutt ‘04 Anthony Kimble ‘04 Riley Landry ‘04 Beau Maginnis ‘04 Francisca Martinez ‘04 and Rudy Comeaux Emily Morton ‘04 and Marcus Melancon Jennifer Lanier Ruggiero ‘04 Olivia Singelmann ‘04 John Spurlock ‘04 Mary Michael Lloyd ‘04 and Bowman Staples Garrett Temple ‘04 Claire Tonore ‘04 Arleen Ewing ‘06 and John Daniel ‘05 Amelie Town Bernhard ‘05 Katie Patterson ‘05 and Rodney Boyd Connor Brooks ‘05 Danielle DuRousseau Cherney ‘05 Erin Knight ‘05 and Jake Credo Luke DeLouise ‘05 Denton Faerber Hunter ‘05 Nancy Lloyd ‘06 and David Kilpatrick ‘06 Jordan Emmerson ‘13 and Jordan Piazza ‘06 Mac Alsfeld ‘06 Britta Wereskla Bateman ‘06 Shea Amrhein ‘06 and Brian Beshara Samuel Cartledge ‘06 Kent Digby ‘06 Taylor Duncan ‘06 Margaret Forbes ‘06 Jaime Glas ‘06

Matthew Guillot ‘06 Mary Katherine Negrotto Gunther ‘06 Christopher Guntz ‘06 Amelia Mann Halstead ‘06 Abigail Hardy ‘06 Elizabeth Duncan Harper ‘06 Chelsey and Brandon Harris ‘06 Hope Hollingsworth ‘06 Tom Hughes ‘06 Shota Kamo ‘06 Camille Kean Gibson ‘06 Chauvin Kean ‘06 Karl Keyes ‘06 Adam Kwentua ‘06 Leigh Manuel ‘06 Charles Martin ‘06 Frances Gladden Mittnacht ‘06 Katherine Hay Neal ‘06 Elizabeth Harrison Nicolet ‘06 Mallory Altazan Pittman ‘06 Alison and Charles Provenza Ben Provenza ‘06 Jaclyn Crocker Tipton ‘06 Lou Tonore ‘06 Kandice Roth Trock ‘06 Lauren Lamonte Tyler ‘06 Sarah Velupillai ‘06 Keith Withers ‘06 Ashley Meredith Taylor Seals Tucker ‘07 Caroline Gladney Shirley ‘07 Bryson Agnew ‘08 Caroline Sexton Batsche ‘08 Alexis Edwards Decoteau ‘08 Danielle Dubois ‘08 Liz Firesheets ‘08 Maggie LeBlanc ‘10 and Charles Gladney ‘11 Andrew Blackwood ‘10 Courtney Bloch ‘10 Amy Crowe Duhe ‘10 Michael Hollingsworth ‘10 Mary Johnson ‘10 Caroline Burks Ortego ‘10 Marie Perdomo-Sanchez ‘10 Brennan Segrest Rodeheaver ‘10 Haley Duke Babb ‘11 Mary McDuff ‘11 Madeline Blackwood Beem ‘12 Camille Beste ‘12 Cammie Heroman ‘12 Nely Ward ‘13 Chancely Courson Ducote ‘14 Robert McDuff ‘17 Luke Shiroda ‘17 Lilly Bourgeois ‘19 Michael Cuellar ‘19 Christian Sexton ‘19

ULS Faculty and Staff Donors Melissa Aucoin Alexandra Bailey Adam Barrett Virginia Berthelot Danielle Blackwood Michelle Blanchard Megan Bourgeois Hope Buras Jill Calloway Sandra Cooper

Christina Courtney Tiffany Creel Ellen Daugherty Frankie Day Stephanie De La Cruz Adele Dufrene Tamara and Ryan Empson Emily Fontenette Trisha Fos Mandy Fourrier Ashley Foy Aimee Frierson Rebecca Goodner Susan Gremillion Kristy Gremillion Shannon Hannaman Heather Harris Peter Hawking Bonita Johnson Kelly Kelly Faith Kobetz Jeannine Lenox Christa Leon Shannon Loupe Elizabeth Mackey Paul Manthei Amy Martin Amanda McAllister Roland Mitchell Jill Palmer Matt Picou Cindy Rieger Cathy Rosenfeld Frank Rusciano Mila Sexton Kristy Shearer Dawn Skiles Celeste Smith Ashley Applegate St. Julien Annette West Jill White Trey Whitney Paige Zittrauer

Shelly and Bradley Caro Katie and Scotty Chabert, Jr. Olga and Jorge Chinchilla Meredith and Jeremy Cinman Jenny and Brian Cohn Catherine Collins Micki and Ken Collins Brittany and Jamy Comeaux Steve Couvillion Amy and David Craig James and Kristen Crane Marie and Paul Crespo Allison and Forest Crump Stacie and Roger Davis Kimberly Dillon Claire and Corey Dinkel Latonya and Stephan Dorsey Brindly and David Downs Belinda Doyle Annette and Jason Droddy Courtney Dugas Anne Duke Kim and John Dupont III Brittany Dyer Emily and Chris Dykes Courtney and Ryan Edwards Holly and Edwin Edwards Sarah and William Faller Marta Fechete and Thomas Kutter Sam and Brian Fisicaro Amanda and Joshua Fleig Holly and Nik Foret Lauren and Christopher Fournerat Carrie and Tim Fox Katie and Kevin Leonards Erika and John Gomez Lara and Eric Gardner Hillary and Eric Garner Rachel and Rob Garrison Cami and Hunter Geisman Jacqueline Bach and Victor Gischler Rebecca Cronin and Donald Glynn Brooke and Bryan Goodrich Katie and Mark Goodson Carol and Brandon Abadie Reyna Grand Emelie and Joe Alton Ashley and Traye Granger Chad Aucoin Leigh and Jason Greene Lauren and Lionel Bailey Amanda and Blake Gremillion Regan and Michael Baker Latreace and Kevin Grisby Gina and Judson Banks Hattie and Jonathan Guidry Shirley and Jason Barnes Jennifer and Michael Guillot Brittany and Brooke Barnett Lindsay and T.J. Guillot Anna and Wendell Barnett Charisse and Brian Hanchey Cali and Adam Barrett Abby and Jonathan Harrell Tara and Emmanuel Bazille M. E. and Bryan Hart Paige and Bradley Beavan Courtney and Dana Hart Jennifer and Michael Belcher Maryanna and Mitchell Haynes Lara and Jason Bettencourtt Rebecca and Ross Hebert Leighann and Chad Biggio Kristy Hoffman and David Laurie and Blaise Bourgeois Rodrigue Leila and Beau Braswell Monica and Deitrich Irving Jessica and Bernie Braun Rebecca and Johnny Holifield Vinette and Derrick Brooks Lee and Brad Jackson Kenneth Brown Melissa and Matthew Jackson Jenny and Peter Browne Lee and Brad Jackson Christina and Randall Brumfield Jessica and Samuel James Catherine and Dennis Butler Alisha and Jason Jarreau Siana and John Cale Sharee and Trey Jones Taylor and Russell Callaway Brittney and Robert Jones Belinda and Stephen Cangelosi Rebecca and Jordan Jopling

ULS Parent Donors

44%

of giving day donors are parents

Dany and Seth Kaplan Keith Kellum Sarah and Isaac Khalid Laney and Ryan King Sarah and Justin King Andi and Shane Kirkpatrick Rebecca and Micky Knighten Casie and Jonathan Kobe Alicia and Michael Kober Chase Kojis Rachel and Brandon Kojis Tiffany and Peter Kopfinger Bridget and Paul Laborde Melanie and Christian Ladner Allison and Manard Lagasse Katelyn and William Landreneau Elecia and Derrek Lathon Jessica and William Lawrence Ashley and James Leach Jill and Michael LeBlanc Amanda and Terrel Ledet Jessica and Scott Ledet Ashley and Mark Lee Crystal Leon Angela and Gary Leonards Lynn and Robert Livingston Melissa and James Love Jr. Kathryn and Dustin Loveless Rhonda and Shawn Loy Clacy and Scott Madison Beth and Mark Mahaffey Brandi and Hunter Manship Suzette and Larry Martin Donna and Christopher Matthews Amy and Chase McCalip Maggie and Jamal McCann Rachel and Josh McEnany Melissa and Charles McNeal Amanda and Tim Messa Brenda and Isaac Michael Robin Smith and Jason Michiels Jamie and Justin Miller Ashley and Beau Motsinger Heike Muenzberg-Gruening and Uwe Gruening Ashley and David Mullens

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Carol Ann and Adrian Nadeau Jessica and Owen Nettles Nhung and Si Nguyen Natasha and John Nnadi Carrie and Eric Oberlander Rosalind and David Odds III Shelly and Gustavo Ortiz Kelly and Joey Papania Debra and Bruce Parker Namisha Patel and Vishal Vasanji Marina and Bryan Pereira Lauren and Logan Perry Amy and Robert Poe Jamie and Philippe Pucheu Patricia and Wesley Williams Cara and Nathan Quin Matthew Rachleff Tracey Randolph Krista and David Raney Summer and Thomas Rathmann Divya Daram and Karthik Reddy Stephanie and Greg Remien Dawn and Brian Richmond Stacy and Dustin Roberts Ginger and Francis Robichaux Bridget and Justin Robicheaux Nicolette Ross Taylor and Spencer Ross Robin and Darryl Rousselle Stacy and Gerald Nichols Susan Cotten Sanford Danielle and Jamey Satawa Laurie and Hank Saurage Cheryl and Chris Schilling Anne and Walter Schmidt Evan and Claire Scroggs Whitney and Wil Seal Gina and Keith Short Renee Shortess Wendy and Claude Simoneaux Mimi Singer Lee and Matt Lee Holly and Stephen Smith Karen and Chris Spencer Guy St. Amant Ginger Stevenson Shelby Stewart Jennifer and Micah Stewart

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Virginia and Simon Stocker Ashley and Greg Stringfellow Karen and Chris Styron Megan and Ryan Sykes Sara and Michael Sylvest Kelli and Collis Temple* Lacie and Jordy Templet Billy Tickle Robin and Chad Toups Rebecca and Greg Trahan Jeannie and John Vance Amy and Matt Vann Marianna Vyridi and Georgios Veronis Jill and Paul Walker Mari and Shawn Walker Christen Ward Ashley Weir Danielle and Justin Welborn Lynn and Trae Welch Lynn and Trae Welch Molly and Wayne Williams Jayla and Derek Wilson Garland and Billy Wilson Kelly Wolshon Ashley and Jake Wood Trimica and Orlando Woodard Shelly and Jeremiah Worthington Kristy and Jason Zeringue

ULS Grandparent Donors Mary and Dennis Abshire*

Davis and Kathy Bankston* Brenda and Jerry Baudin* Barbara and Neal Berthelot* Jon and Barry Blumberg* Susan Colvin* Marsha and Randy Domingue* Nancy and Cary Dougherty Jr.* Debby and Dennis Dumas* Patti and Jerry Exner* Rene and Bill Firesheets* Dana Flynn* Sallye and Butch Ford* Pam and Harry Freer* Nancy and Michael Gilbert* Pam and Mark Goodner* Mary Lou and Mike Goodson* Jan and Gene Groves* Mary and Mike Hart* Cate and Ted Heroman* Susie and Buzzy Heroman* Debbie and Rickey Heroman* Ann and Al Jolissaint* Tracey and Dennis MacGown* Sherry and Eric Mahaffey* Janet Marionneaux* Gwen McCalip* Melanie and Jim McCartt* Beverly and Patrick McNeil* Valerie and Vaughn Meiners Peggy Miller* Mary and Jeff Montgomery* Cheryl and Beau Olinde* Suzanne Ponder* Cassandra and James Price* Nancy and Moe Richmond* Jonalyn and Raoul Robert*

Pam Roby* Norma and Jim Rutledge* Amber and S.J. Saia* Cathy Sherburn* Robert Singletary* Vicky and Mark Tiller* Roxson and Duke Welch* Dale Whittaker* Kathleen and Rodney Zeringue*

Friends and Past Parents, Grandparents, and Faculty Elisha and Danny Aguirre Sylvia Atkins Barbara Benton David Beste Pat and Eric Bodin Andy Bourgeois Dana and Ben Broussard Dana Brown Panay and Jimmy Burland Gloria Carter* Gay and Bud Courson Nan and Ray Dry Chad Gothreaux Patrick Greene Barrie and Lee Griffin Wallace and Cristy Heck Charlotte Johnston Laura Kleinpeter Lauren Knotts Candace and Sinclair Kouns Robert Lemann, Jr. Sarah and Mike Lloyd Diana and Chip Mann Sasha Mathieu Andrea and Wally McMakin Eleanor and Randy Meador Debbie and Gordon Monk Ginny Mumfrey Jordan Neldare Beth and Bobby Phillips ‘57 Kim and Henry Reed Michelle Reed Mila and George Sexton Rebecca Shore Sheryl and Jim Teske Kathy and Louis Tonore Lauryn Walker

Our apologies…Is your name missing? Every effort has been made to publish the most accurate donor information possible.

Although we pride ourselves on our accuracy and reliability, errors or omissions sometimes occur. In the event of an error or omission, contact the Development Office at ulsfoundation@lsu.edu or (225) 5783148 and corrections will be made immediately. Thank you.

in our corner

By Sara Exner Whittaker ‘00

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irst-class Cub Complex facilities are critical to fostering Cubs’ sense of pride in their school, their classmates and teammates, and themselves. As the Cub community has thrived, we have outgrown the Cub Complex’s facilities.

We’re grateful for the generosity of Champions Corner donors, who understand the importance of school spirit and camaraderie.

Together, we are proudly creating an outstanding space for fostering toptier experiences that Cub families can enjoy together.

Friday Night

LIGHTS

Shannon Field ’85 and Gordon McKernan ’84, Champions flag plaza

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uring the 2018 football season, U-High was on the cusp of earning back-to-back state football championships as proud parents Gordon and Shannon (Field) McKernan (classes of ’84 and ’85, respectively) cheered on their son, QB John Gordon ’19, at the Cub Complex.

“I was walking through that corner, and it needed some attention,” Gordon shared, recalling the spark of an idea to create a true “Champions Corner” courtyard honoring the school’s championship teams. Soon, the wheels were in motion on a project that would ultimately grow – anchored by McKernan’s generosity as lead donor – to include a home-side concessions and restroom facility, an open-air pavilion, and a Champions Flag Plaza, which evolved from the courtyard concept that McKernan had envisioned amidst the backdrop of Friday night lights.

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Shannon and Gordon McKernan Family:(left to right) Riley ’13, Meredith ’15, Shannon ’85, Gordon ’84, Charlotte ’18,and John Gordon ‘19

the experiences of John Gordon, Charlotte ’18, Meredith ’15, and Riley ’13 – who continued a legacy begun by their parents, Gordon and Shannon McKernan. Investing in the vision for Champions Corner at a leadership level was a natural choice for Gordon, who saw it as “a great way to recognize the sports teams and what they’ve accomplished – girls and boys.”

McKernan knows the dedication of student athletes well: he’s not only the father of a former U-High football player and cheerleaders but was also part of back-to-back championship basketball teams at U-High.

With a lifetime of U-High memories to reflect upon, McKernan has great appreciation for the school’s impact on his family. He shared, “The education is just a facet of it. U-High is not just about an education; it’s an experience. It entails the education and the lifelong relationships with friends, faculty, and coaches. Those things combined make attending and graduating different than anywhere else. It’s an unmatched value.”

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t Walk-On’s, our culture is all about bringing people together,” said Brandon Landry, founder, coowner, and CEO of Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux.

“We are committed to creating a space for hosting experiences that strengthen and celebrate the spirit of hometown athletes while building a stronger sense of community.”

With that commitment at the forefront, Landry saw in Champions Corner the opportunity to align the Walk-On’s brand with helping to facilitate academic, athletic, and personal growth for all students. He explained, “The Cub community has always been one of remarkable strength and reputation. We want to continue to create top-tier experiences for this amazing

school and are very excited about this partnership opportunity.”

Just as fans visiting the Cub Complex connect and share experiences, patrons of Walk-On’s do the same – over great food and sports – and the partnership with U-High expands those connections further into the community where Walk-On’s growing brand started.

“Athletics and community events create foundational moments for students and their families,” Landry said, adding, “These experiences leave lasting memories, and we are so excited to be a part of this at U-High.”

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Brandon Landry with Walk-On’s Family:(front row, fourth from left) Brandon Landry with his father, Alton Landry, and his Walk-On’s family at the original restaurant on Burbank,celebrating the anniversary of the ‘napkin drawing’ that launched the concept.

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David & Richard Manship, Gateway Entrance

Claire and Richard Manship Family: (front) Ella ‘26, Hunter II ‘30, Claire;(back) Richard and Hunter

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hen longtime friend Debbie Heroman reached out to brothers David and Richard Manship to ask them to support Champions Corner, “yes” came easily. With Heroman’s recommendation as a former U-High parent and fellow grandparent, they knew they could trust that this was a project worthy of their investment.

David Manship Family: (front) Charles ‘31and Carter ‘34;(back) Jake ’01, Meredith,and David

“We look at it as a school priority as much as an athletic one,” David explained. “This is LSU; this is part of LSU. We’re big supporters of LSU, both for academics and for athletics.”

Bridging their extensive support of the university to include U-High is also a meaningful way to honor the experiences of two generations of the Manship family: David’s son, Jake ’01, and grandsons, Charlie ’31 and Carter ’34, and Richard’s grandchildren, Ella ’26 and Hunter II ’30.

Richard, too, values the Cub Complex as a hub for uniting families. That spirit of community is, for him, a hallmark quality of U-High that is interwoven in and out of the classroom.

He’s seen firsthand that the community is strengthened by the breadth of experiences that Cub families bring to the school.

As their grandchildren’s U-High journeys continue, David and Richard are proud to be part of investing in their school. David said, “U-High has an excellent athletics program. I don’t know if our grandkids will play sports, but it will give them a sense of David said of the motivation for their gift, “It’s an excellent school, and it’s affiliated with LSU. There’s no doubt in my mind pride to know that their school does well.” that the quality of education they will get there will help them Richard added, “For us, it’s about overall involvement for the in the long run. And it’s always helpful to bring people together. betterment of LSU.” This new facility will do just that.”

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he soundtrack of David Phillips’ ’82 favorite U-High memories is “my dad screaming and the boosters chanting” outside of the football huddle. Phillips ’82 and his father, the late Bobby Phillips ’57, shared a love for U-High athletics that shaped their lives. When the Cub Complex project came about, they wanted to be part of it, inspired by a sense of pride and gratitude: Phillips’ sons Robert ’11, Webb ’14, and Paul ’19 and stepson Patrick Collins ’21 are all fellow alumni.

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competition and embrace it and know that – because of the character we put into athletics – we’re going to prepare harder. We’re going to lay it all on the field every week. That’s who we are. That’s the character that our coaches and teachers have built into us as students, and we carry that with us throughout our whole lives. You are absolutely part of it as a student, a teacher, or a principal.”

Parents are a crucial part of the team, too, David noted.

“This is a better deal on an education than you can School pride carries far beyond athletics, Phillips said, including get anywhere else. You were chosen to get that when forging business relationships. “You find out they went deal, and the onus is on us to give more than to University High and you automatically have a sense of trust, just tuition. You have to be a well-rounded admiration, and bond. University High is in their character; it’s school to really make a mark on a just built in.” person’s life for the rest of their life.

To be able to continue to compete Motivated to invest in the athletics anchor of these experiences, and give a Blue Ribbon Phillips appreciated the importance of enhancing the Cub education to your children, Complex and creating a place to recognize former athletes.

U-High has to have Dawn and David Phillips Family:(front) Dawn, David ’82, Paul ’19, Webb ’14, He explained, “The ability to every year look forward to the outside contribtions.”

Bobby ’57, Beth; (back) Robert ’11, Patrick Collins ’21, and Kevin Collins.

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Congratulations!!

Congratulations rumfellow family scholarship The Rumfellow Family Scholarship has been established in honor of Rudolph “Rudy” Samuel Rumfellow and his 40-year career as an educator, coach, and principal of East Baton Rouge Parish schools. His wife, Dorothy, a retired principal of ULS Elementary division, along with their children, Glenn, Patty, and John, have created the Rumfellow Family Scholarship. This year’s recipient is Livia Rosalie Roy.

cristin gill viguerie ’91memorial scholarship

The Cristin Gill Viguerie ’91 Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends. Cristin began at University Laboratory School in first grade. She was part of four generations of the Gill family to receive diplomas from U-High. Her three sons, Hayden, Dylan and Jack attend University Laboratory School. This year’s recipient is Micah Pharrell Davey..

coach bill mathews ’65 baseball scholarship

The Coach Bill Mathews ’65 Baseball Scholarship was established in 2018 by friends and family to honor one of U-High’s greats. This scholarship is provided to a graduating senior who has completed four years as a baseball player and exhibits admirable and unquestionable moral character both in school and in their community. This year’s recipient is Michael Patrick Smith.

carolyn kent scates family jordan irene rovee-collier ’59 award honoring donnelly ’08 memorial memorial scholarship robert “bob” f. scates, jr scholarship

Family and friends established this award to honor Bob Scates, who truly loved athletics at ULS. Bob volunteered at many athletic events at the ticket gate.

He attended the athletic games of several athletes from U-High even after their graduation and continued to follow past and current students through media outlets.

This year’s recipients are two-sport athletes, Colleen Noelle Temple and Elise Noelle Doomes.

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This scholarship was established in Jordan’s memory in 2009 by family, friends and classmates of the Class of 2008. Jordan had a giving heart, was a great student and a friend to everyone. This year’s recipient is Tianna Louwese Kelley.

Carolyn Kent Rovee-Collier graduated from ULS in 1959 and went on to an eminent career as a researcher in the field of infant memory. With this scholarship, Carolyn’s family thanks the school where she had her earliest educational experiences and honors her legacy as a pioneering female scientist. This year’s recipient is Siann Aurora Aviles.

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scholarship recipients

brad bella memorial achievement award Brad Bella had a great love for family, the outdoors and baseball. Brad is forever remembered for his beautiful heart, radiant smile and contagious joy. To further his memory and in support of future students, a memorial scholarship was established in Brad’s name by his family and friends. This year’s recipient is Jacob Bernard Braun.

director’s award

The Director’s Award is presented to a member of the senior class who has demonstrated a strong commitment to academics and is recognized by the faculty and their peers as a positive example of U-High traditions. The award recipient is Camryn Alise Jackson.

yancey w. white ’80 & diane rene upp simino ’79 memorial scholarship

In 1981, the Yancey W. White Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of the 1980 graduate. Yancey played football, served on Student Council and was a member of the National Honor Society among many other activities. The Diane Rene’ Upp Simino Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of the 1979 graduate. Diane was a cheerleader, member of HiY, Choir, Art and Key Clubs and National Honor Society. She was chosen as queen of the Winter Formal as well as serving as football sponsor and basketball manager. This year’s recipients are Ryan Henry Gremillion and Zoé Lillian Joubert.

christian price baer ’00 leonard l. kilgore jr tony fertitta‘98 memorial scholarship memorial scholarship memorial scholarship

Tony Fertitta was a 13-year senior, member of the Art Club, captain of the football team and a member of the class of 1998. Tony is remembered for the joy which he brought to school every day. This year’s recipients are Sydney Joy Schneckenburger and Eli Patten Shortess.

Christian Price Baer, a 2000 graduate, was a 13-year senior, member of the UHS choir and was very active in the community. This scholarship was established as a standing memory of Christian and all that he represented.

This year’s recipient is Victor Emery Gischler.

The Leonard L. Kilgore, Jr, Memorial Scholarship fund was established by the family, friends and professional associates of Dr. Kilgore who was the principal of ULS from 1965 to 1974. This year’s recipient is Alexandra Christina Henderson.

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Christian Price Baer ‘00

February 10, 1982 - January 30, 2009

smile that could brighten a room.

SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT: THE CHRISTIAN PRICE BAER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

A smile that could brighten a room. A laugh that could light up a day.

By Adrienne Gale

Andrew’s three daughters, rising sophomore Mackenzie, rising fifth grader Vivian, and rising first grader Christian, named in honor of her uncle, are now all second-generation U-High These are the sentiments often used to describe Christian Price Cubs. Debbie said she enjoys attending ULS sporting events Baer, ULS Class of 2000, for whom the ULSF Christian Baer and activities as a grandparent to support her granddaughters Memorial Scholarship is named. as she did her sons and to share in new memories with many familiar faces. “I always see so many of Chris and Andrew’s A member of the Swim Team and active in the ULS Choir, high school friends. It’s wonderful to see them as adults with Christian’s high school friendships transcended these two activities. “Christian was friends with everyone and always went children of their own who are now students at U-High and out of his way to make sure no one was ever left out of anything. carrying on some of the same traditions,” she said.

It was nothing for us to have 60 or 70 people over at our house As it is for so many Cubs, “Chris’s time as a student here meant on the weekends for a bonfire or a crawfish boil,” remembers his a lot to him. It is where he spent the majority of his life,” said younger brother, Andrew ’02.

Andrew. So, when Christian passed away suddenly in 2009, the “Chris and Andrew were as close as any two people could be and were always supportive of what the other was doing,” says Mom and now U-High Grandparent, Debbie Baer Anderson. “I was a music major at LSU,” Debbie notes, “so music has always been a part of their lives … It was not surprising for both boys to participate in something musical as they grew older and even less surprising that Andrew followed in the steps of his older brother and joined Choir as well.”

“Some of my fondest memories are the two years Christian and I were in Choir together. Penny Hallman was the director then. We were in two musicals, ” said Andrew, adding, “I also remember during Christian’s senior year, we visited New York City and performed at Carnegie Hall. That was a great experience for me and my brother together.”

By 2002, both brothers had joined the ranks of U-High alumni, but “We both kept in touch with our teachers and high school friends,” said Andrew. “U-High was such a big part of our family and still is.”

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Baer family knew right away the best way to honor his memory would be in a gift to U-High. “Christian’s life was so short. We wanted to do something that would help his loving spirit live on,” said Debbie.

For the past 12 years, the Christian Price Baer Scholarship has been presented each year at graduation by Andrew and his daughters to a 13-year U-High Cub who has been a member of the ULS Choir and who plans to attend college. “This scholarship is a tribute to Chris,” said Debbie. “He had the most kind, loving, giving heart. It is comforting to know that each year, a U-High senior receives this gift from him. The best thing each can do to honor him is to go through life being kind and loving others, just as Chris did.”

Over the years, gifts to the scholarship have ensured the continued celebration of Chris’s legacy and honored 13-year Cubs’ special bonds with the school. Contributions to the Christian Price Baer Scholarship can be made throughout the year in any amount by visiting lsufoundation.org/GivetoULS and noting the scholarship The Christian Price Baer Memorial Scholarship in “Gift Comments”.

MEET OUR

2022 Annual Appeal Executive Team

Chair, Scotty Chabert Scotty, and his wife Katie, are parents of Jack and Cecile (3rd Grade) and Annemarie (2nd Grade).

Vice Chair, Ashley Granger Ashley and her husband, Traye, are parents of Christian (Senior) and MacKenzie (8th Grade).

Assistant Vice Chair, Shelly Caro Shelly and her husband, Bradley, are parents of Walker (7th Grade) and Loni (3rd Grade).

Immediate Past Chair, Amy Groves Lowe ‘88 Amy, and her husband David, are parents of Rebecca (8th Grade) and Charlotte (7th Grade).

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he Annual Appeal is the largest, most critical fundraising effort for the dayto-day business of the school. Through this effort, the ULS Foundation raises more than $450,000 annually to sustain the continued growth of programs and projects in the following seven impact areas: STEM, Fine Arts, Liberal Arts, Speaker Series, Curriculum Based Travel Assistance, Faculty Development and Campus Pride. The selection and succession planning of the 2021-22 Leadership Team is paramount. This committee serves a 4-year term, and works with the Foundation providing strategic vision, volunteer recruitment, and outreach to donors. The full program also includes team leaders, volunteer callers, and administrative volunteers to assist with Phone-a-Thon night.

We invite you to join this fantastic team as a volunteer! Register at http://bit.ly/2022AAVolunteer.

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THANK YOU! to our 2021 Annual Appeal Donors

CUB PHILANTHROPIST $25,000 and above

Kay and Thomas Lozick

LIGHTHOUSE CUB $5,000 - $9,999

Kristen and Jared Braud Mischa Skyring ‘97 and Michael Breard Kenneth Brown Jessica and Andre Bruni Gina and Spencer Calahan Erin and Bobby Easton Rebecca and Johnny Holifield Alison and Chuck Musgrove Julie and Leonard Nachman*, Randall Nachman ‘94, Lauren Nachman Ritchey ‘94, and Catherine Nachman Thigpen ‘97 Kelly Sills ‘92

GOLDEN CUB

$2,500 - $4,999 Maura Clark and Vance Albaugh Cheri and Verge Ausberry Ruba Abdelhaq and Nael Badawi Leighann and Chad Biggio Rebekah and Daniel Buco Carrie and Tim Fox Anita and Brian Gouri Debbie and Rickey Heroman* Cate and Ted Heroman* Susie and Buzzy Heroman* Lynn Sartain ‘69 and Len Kilgore ‘69 Melissa and James Love Jr. Amy and Jude Melville Robert Pettit* Beth and Bobby Phillips ‘57 Rachel Holmes ‘95 and Brad Saia ‘97 Susan and Ronnie Smith* Namisha Patel and Vishal Vasanji Sara Exner ‘00 and Cullen Whittaker

FOUNDATION CUB $1,000 - $2,499

Carol and Brandon Abadie

Eileen and Mike Adkins* Regan and Michael Baker Kevin Bankston ‘82 Jennifer and Wade Baumgartner Jennifer and Michael Belcher Diane and Jim Bollinger ‘63* Xuemei Gao and Keith Bunch ‘91 Siana and John Cale Kasey and Sean Cangelosi Courtney Schupp and Tim Carruthers Katie and Scotty Chabert, Jr. Christina and Kevin Chamberlain Dianne and Michael Chauffe* Francisca Martinez ‘04 and Rudy Comeaux Brooke and Patrick Coogan Steve Couvillion James and Kristen Crane Sarah Anne Munson ‘71 and Kipp Creed ‘70 Brindly and David Downs Annette and Jason Droddy Gwen and John Engquist ‘97 Betsy Morton Evans ‘99 Lauren and Ryan Evans David Fluker Machiko and Dan Gaston Cathy and Edmund Giering IV Jean Gill* Rebecca Cronin and Donald Glynn Katie and Mark Goodson Jan and Gene Groves*, Amy Groves Lowe ‘88, Susannah Groves Kellar 94, and Will Groves ’96 Gary Haindel Lindsey and Michael Harvey Jennifer and Omer Hebert Leigh Ann and Matt Heinse Ava and Joe Howard Audrey and Knox Hutchinson Susanne Jones* Kimberly and Jimmy Joubert Daniela and Seth Kaplan Christine Sciacchetano ‘87 and Patrick Keenan Haleema Iqbal and Abdul Majid Khan Erin and Parker Kilgore ‘95 Andi and Shane Kirkpatrick Elizabeth Bollinger ‘00 and Stephen Kogos

Tiffany and Peter Kopfinger Katherine Mathews ‘99 and Jeremy Landry Jean Ann McKernan ‘83 and Burton LeBlanc ‘82 Rhonda and Shawn Loy Meredith and Jake Manship ‘01 Carroll and Dale Mathews ‘67* Melanie and Jim McCartt* Shannon and Jesse McCormick ‘99 Molly McVea ‘57 and Shelby McKenzie ‘57* Kim and Vaughn Meiners ‘93 Valerie and Vaughn Meiners Emily Morton ‘04 and Marcus Melancon Cynthia and Dick Morris ‘53* Jane and Jeff Morton ‘96 Mary and Michael Mozingo Ashley and David Mullens Kasey and Britt Murrill ‘87 Courtney and Todd Newbill Virginia Bailey ‘65 and John Noland Sr. Carrie and Eric Oberlander Linda and Buddy Ohmstede* Cheryl and Beau Olinde* Kim and Chris Peters ‘01 Conway Weems ‘90 and Robert Pettit Ashley and Todd Politz Jamie and Philippe Pucheu Tracey Randolph Summer and Thomas Rathmann Lauren Nachman ‘94 and Sean Ritchey India Byrd ‘97 and Trent Rives ‘98 Jonalyn and Raoul Robert* Monica and Kyle Robichaux Carmen and Ben Ross Robin and Darryl Rousselle Laurie and Hank Saurage Amber and Heath Savant Whitney Vann and Robert Schneckenburger Mila and George Sexton Pam and Ken Sills* Zhengzheng Fu and Brian Small Linda and John Spain* Yolonda and Wilbert Spooner Amanda and Kendrick Talbot Elizabeth “Boo” Thomas*

John Thomas ‘59* Robin and Chad Toups Anne Petrie ’95 and Clay Underwood Jr. Leanne and Timothy Venable Jill and Paul Walker Amanda Spain Wells ‘96 Alyson and Kirk Wharton Ashley and Aaron Williams Patricia and Wesley Williams

CUB BENEFACTOR $500 - $999

Andriette and Winton Anderson Roz and Christopher Auzenne ‘82 Lauren and Lionel Bailey Gina and Judson Banks Jennifer and Jeremy Barker Anna and Wendell Barnett Brittany and Brooke Barnett Paige and Bradley Beavan Caroline and Gary Black Melissa and Andrew Blanchfield Jon and Barry Blumberg* Kate and Andy Blumberg ‘98 Valerie and Dennis Blunt Emily Olinde ‘99 and Brad Boudreaux Sarah and Jacques Brousseau Camille and Stokka Brown Allison and Matthew Byrd Belinda and Stephen Cangelosi Shelly and Bradley Caro Brittany and Joe Carvalhido Christie and Ryan Chapman Emily and Justin Chatelain ‘97 Olga and Jorge Chinchilla Jenny and Brian Cohn Allison and Forest Crump Ginger and Paul Dammers Fatima and Charles Daspit Teresa and Brenton Day Natalie and Christopher DeAgano Claire and Corey Dinkel Anne Duke Emily and Chris Dykes Merrill Faye Hines ‘61 and Bridger Eglin ‘61

Marty McDowell ‘73 and John Engquist* Patti and Jerry Exner* Sam and Brian Fisicaro Elizabeth and John Fitzgerald Holly and Nikolaus Foret Jennifer and Marston Fowler Renee and Brett Furr ‘79 Mary Glen and Marshall Gammon ‘90 Megan and Joe Gendron ‘95 Anne and Ed Giering* Tori and Ricky Gill Jr. ‘94 Kim and Stuart Gilly ‘98 Erika and John Gomez Ashley and Traye Granger Kristin and Will Green Nicole Keller ‘87 and Walter Green Kristen and Craig Greene Felicia and David Harris ‘89 Lyt Harris ‘58 Chelsea and Chris Haskew Kym and Randy Herrin Allyson Hicks ‘92 Steve Hicks* Lindley and Hunter Hines ‘95 Lindsey and Benjamin Hunter Erica and Terral Jackson Megan and Steven Jenny ‘00 Supriya and Bobby Jindal Todd Johnson ‘84 Ann and Al Jolissaint* Katie Kirkpatrick ‘91 and Todd Justice Jeannine and Brad Kahn Sarah and Aaron Keating Amber and Carey King Stephanie and Steven Labarre Allison and Manard Lagasse Louis Laiche Dodi and Justin Langlois ‘99 Rena and Joshua Langlois ‘99 Thuy-Anh Vu and Viet-Hung Le Jill and Michael LeBlanc Jessica and Scott Ledet Katie and Kevin Leonards Libby and Lile Lindsey Sarah and Mike Lloyd Michelle and Chad Loup ‘89 Amy Groves ‘88 and David Lowe Tracey and Dennis MacGown* Jessica and Randy Maranto Lisanne Meiners McCuller ‘00 Elissa and Charles McKenzie ‘82 Rhonda McMillan Amy and Bowen McRae Jessica and Matthew Meiners ‘94 Meredith and Jeffrey Metzger Chanler and Major Mittendorf ‘89 Debbie and Gordon Monk

Sarah and Robert Munson Kristen and John Murphy Nancy Murrill* Chrissie Clark ‘81 and Don Olsson Sie Parker Susie and Ric Petrie Jr. ‘64* Jessica England ‘95 and Bart Phillips Jill Roby ‘96 and Chris Pike Jennifer and George Popov Erin and Nicholas Prudhomme Susan and Thomas Quaid Cara and Nathan Quin Lauren and Nick Rasmussen Kim and Brooks Ray Cindy and Jim Rieger Phoebe and Michael Rouse* Vicky and Devin Roy Bettye and Joe Salter* Danielle and Jamey Satawa Cathy Sherburn* Mandy and Kevin Shipp John Shortess Sr.* Renee Shortess Danielle and Bill Smith Peggy and Jerry Smith* Trisha and Colin Smith Jolen and Gary Stein Casey and Joseph Sullivan Alycee and Ryan Sunstrom Corry and Nathaniel Tannehill Gunjan Raina and Vasudev Tati Anne and Andrew Thomas ‘93 Marty and Henry Thornton* Elizabeth and Nicholas Torina Rebecca and Greg Trahan Cinda and Ray Vanmerrienboer Renee and Mitch Verma Kelly Hutson ‘87 and Kyle Viator Katherine and Samuel Ward Jr. Amy and Scott Westbrook Rachel and Brian Whitley Katie and Trey Williams Kelly Heroman ‘97 and John Wood Mary and Brandon Woods Yan Chen and Shengping Yang Melody and Andy Yarborough Mary Ann Pearson ‘93 and Steele Yeargain ‘89

Beau Bella ‘16 Grace and VJ Bella Megan Bella ‘04 Barbara and Neal Berthelot* Tanya and Ross Berthelot Melissa Billizon Claire and Barry Bohn* Michelle Bolda Anna Hegwood ‘97 and James Bollinger ‘97 Nichole Bickham ‘02 and Matt Bonilla Laurie and Blaise Bourgeois Judy and Bert Boyce* Jessica and Bernie Braun Sirena and Christopher Brock Ashley Freiberg ‘99 and Frank Brost Jenny and Peter Browne Louise Slack ‘71 and Michael Bruce Laurel and Lance Burgos Matt Burland ‘10 Melissa and Bill Bush Catherine and Dennis Butler Kristen and Nolan Cain Laura and Michael Choate Beverly and Geoff Choppin ‘74* Cathy and Mike Christensen Jane and Mickey Christensen* Laura and Ned Clark* Hope and Adam Clary Catherine Collins Jamesina and Thomas Collins Beth and Bob Courtney* Amy and David Craig Stephanie and John Crawford ‘85 Kathy and Chuck Croft* Rachel and Peter Daigle Ellen and Scott Daugherty Nancy and Cary Dougherty Jr.* Courtney and Ryan Edwards Shannan and John Everett ‘87 Charlotte and Alvin Fabre Jr.* Sarah and William Faller Rachael and Jason Feirman Shirley and John Flake Kim and Mike Fleming Lauren and Christopher Fournerat Lara and Eric Gardner Jamie and Nicholas Gaspard Wendy and Rowdy Gaudet Cami and Hunter Geisman CUB PARTNER Jacqueline Bach and Victor $250 - $499 Gischler Mary and Will Gladney Francisca and Stephen Adjei Katherine Creed ‘02 and Lauri and Terry Alario Brooks Gold Lindsey and Kenneth Aldridge Cricket and Stewart Gordon Emelie and Joe Alton Rachel and Joseph Graff Debbie Anderson* A.C. and Leslie Grand* Audrey and Verge Ausberry Sr.* David Grand ‘97 Jill McDonald ‘95 and Jason Leigh and Jason Greene Ayres ‘96 Shannon and Victor Terri and Dreux Babin Gregoire James Baker* Latreace and Kevin Grisby

Tillie and Mike Groves* Heike Muenzberg-Gruening and Uwe Gruening Jennifer and Michael Guillot Heather and Bradley Harris M. E. and Bryan Hart Mary and Mike Hart* Jennifer and Wes Hataway Ly Vu and Toan Hau Jimmie Hays* Kristin and William Hays ‘87 Rebecca and Ross Hebert Sarah and Robert Heroman ‘00 Linda Holmes* Belinda Cambre and Jarrod Van Hoogstraten Jessica and Samuel James Christy and Brad Jewell Dana and Jamie Jones Katherine Evans ‘73 and Cotty Jones* Ryn Rutledge ‘90 and John Jones Tara Grace and Chris Jones ‘02 Rebecca and Jordan Jopling Jill and Mike Kantrow ‘62* Laney and Ryan King Sarah and Justin King Vicki and James Krupala Bridget and Paul Laborde Eryn and John Lackett Melissa and Brian Landry Mary Lynn Gardiner ‘69 and Cleve Langlois Jr. Elecia and Derrek Lathon Jennifer Overton ‘04 and Leander Lavergne Kerri and Nicholas Lea Mimi Singer Lee and Matt Lee Susan and Richard Lipsey ‘57* Lisa Anne and Gene Luther Clacy and Scott Madison Suzette and Larry Martin Amy and Chase McCalip Gwen McCalip* Maggie and Jamal McCann Anne and James McElveen* Mack McEnany II* Chuck Mcneal Jeanne McCollister ‘97 and Ryan McNeil Katie and Nathan Meiners ‘99 Amanda and Tim Messa Jerry Lynn Perrine Mills ‘59 and The Mittendorf’s: Major ‘16 , Kramer ‘19, Holden ‘20, Lily ‘22, Hill ‘23 and Sawyer ‘23 Catherine Ward and Thomas Mistretta Jr.* Monica and Dorel Moldovan Sallie and Jeramie Moore Ashley and Beau Motsinger Sarah and Patrick Mulhearn Ginny Mumfrey Stacy and Gerald Nichols Leslie and Mark Normand Jr.

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Allison Ohmstede Shelly and Gustavo Ortiz Jill and Jeremy Palmer Lauren and Logan Perry Kristi Andermann and Jason Phillips Tom Pollock* Alison and Charles Provenza Amanda and Evan Raymond Divya Daram and Karthik Reddy Kim and Henry Reed Maggie and John Richardson Courtney and Jeffrey Roedel Caroline Roemer Cathy and Joey Rosenfeld Nicolette Ross Richela and Rhett Roy Beth and Kristopher Ruebsamen Dot Rumfellow* Elahe and Andrew Russell Elizabeth Harbour ‘96 and Tracy Rutledge ‘95 Melissa and Blake Saia ‘00 Mary and Scott Saporito Cheryl and Chris Schilling Erin May ‘88 and Kyle Schwab ‘88 Nila and George Schwab Gretchen and Timothy Screen ‘02 Tracy and Doug Shaffer Kristy and Dillon Shearer Bridget and Johnny Shoptaugh ‘76 Wendy and Claude Simoneaux Cheryl Singer* Mary Margaret and Wyn Singer Vi and Ryan Skavron Tina and Thomas Smith Jennifer and Ryan Sones Amanda Exner ‘03 and Patrick Staiano Mary Michael Lloyd ‘04 and Bowman Staples Jennie Stewart Jenny and Micah Stewart Whitney and Mark Sutherland Michael Teague* Sandra and Jim Tenney* Victoria and Scott Terry Shannon and Kirk Thibodeaux Catherine Nachman ‘97 and Samuel Thigpen Clayton Thompson ‘00 Gia and Chris Tyson ‘93 Jerri and Clayton Underwood* Susan and Bobby Upp ‘76 Angela and Jeremy Vallet Alicia and Randy Vick ‘85 Martin Vidrine Danielle and Andrew Vignes Errin and Matthew Viguerie Candace and Stephen Walker ‘75

Lynn and Trae Welch Brandy and Marcus Williams Garland and Billy Wilson Shelly and Jeremiah Worthington Yaming Shao and George Xue Kristy and Jason Zeringue

CENTURY CUB $1 - $249

Ellison Abad Rebecca Mathews ‘93 and Marc Acosta Marquita and Kyrus Adams Tamara Barclay-Adams Kimberly and Thomas Aldrich ‘86 Ashley Applegate Brittany and Brandon Arceneaux Vita and Iiron Archie Ashley Argrave Devyani Kar and Plamen Arnaudov Leigh Arnette Melody and Kai Aryana Melissa and Nick Aucoin Amy and Ventrail Baker Cali and Adam Barrett Sheri and Will Barton Brenda and Jerry Baudin* Pamela and Stanley Baudin Ally Johnson Bayard ‘09 Rebecca and Jacob Behrnes Renee and Benny Bennett Jr. ‘87 Amanda and Scott Benson Barbara Benton Brittney and James Bergeron Virginia Berthelot Rochelle and Reed Bice* Danielle and Brian Blackwood Michelle and Brad Blanchard Robin and Lewis Blanche Theresa and William Blount Mittie and Michael Bolton Sara and Kevin Bongiorni Jamie and Clay Bourg Megan Bourgeois Katie Patterson ‘05 and Rodney Boyd Nancy and Andy Brandi* Niki and Chris Brandi Leila and Beau Braswell Vickie Braud Susan and Robert Braun Ginger and Jarvis Brookshire Brian Brown Kiara Brown Jeanette and Mark Brown* LaVerne Brown* Tiffanie and Robb Brumfield Hope and Brad Buras Emily and Kevin Burke Choretta Burns Heather and Andy Bush Jo Busse*

Kelley Heroman ‘00 and John Buzzell Virginia Hutchison ‘93 and Doug Cain Taylor and Russell Callaway Jill and Jeffrey Calloway Eleanor Canon Nikki and Leighton Carbo Kim and Don Carr Josue Carranza Lillian and Carl Carver Elizabeth Castro Jennifer and Heman Catoir* Elise and Chad Cazes Kathryn and Timothy Chalas Yu and Senlin Chen Virginia Stokes and James Choate Jr. Sydney and Michael Chua Julie and Jeremy Clark Aislynn and Samuel Coates Megan Collins Brittany Canfield and Jay Comeaux Sandra and Mark Cooper Amy and Don Coppola Mona and Dan Cotten* Christina and Christopher Courtney Jaime and Scott Courtright Dolores and Robert Credeur Tiffany Creel Cheré and Rusty Daigle Louise and Lance Dakin ‘58 Chandra and Perry Daniel Catherine and Stephen David Jr. Dawn and Billy Davis Stacie and Roger Davis Frankie and Don Paul Day Melissa and Cameron Dean Bobby Denton Sr.* Dawn Burton and Zachary Derouen Ann Deshotels* Marsha and Randy Domingue* Deborah Dornier Adele and William Dufrene Amy Crowe Duhe ’10 Debby and Dennis Dumas* Erin Kelley ‘65 and John DuPont Jr.* Jean Kurts ‘82 and Frank Edwards Jennie Kluse and Bret Elderd Erin Ellis Kris and John Elmore Tamara and Ryan Empson Cindy Herring* Mandy and Parker Ewing Lori and Claudie Fanning Dotty West ‘54 and Robert Farwell Karen and Joey Faucheux Debbie and Dave Fazekas* Jeanne Landry ‘91 and Pat Fellows

Beth and Blaine Fields ‘92 Dana Flynn* Emily Fontenette Vikki and Daniel Forbes Trisha Fos Mandy and Drew Fourrier Margaret Fowler ‘93 Ashley and Adam Foy Yvette and Bill Franques Leslie Freeman Pam and Harry Freer* Kathryn and William Friday* Aimee Frierson Christy and John Frierson* Trent Frierson Jenna and Mark Fritscher Allison and James Froelich Kristen and Dean Fryday Karen McCaskill ‘83 and Doug Garland Rachel and Rob Garrison Thushara Chakkath and Manas Gartia Steve George ‘60* Lyndi and David Geyer Jennifer and Tyler Ginn Pamela and Ronald Giroir Sr. Patsy and Dennis Godso* Pam and Mark Goodner* Rebecca and Benjamin Goodner Mary Lou and Mike Goodson* Rochelle Gordon Carissa and Garret Graves Aleisha and Hank Gravois Cathy Conway ‘77 and Kevin Gravois Cynthia and Hank Greenwald* Amanda and Blake Gremillion Kristy and Morgan Gremillion Susan Gremillion Martha Jane Tyler ‘04 and Nicholas Guichard Emily and Thomas Guidroz Zviad Guruli Shannon and Arthur Hannaman Fran and Robert Harbour Jr.* Chelsey and Brandon Harris ‘06 Scott Harris Courtney and Dana Hart Lane Cotton Winn and Ben Hartman Pamela and Kevin Hayes Maryanna and Mitchell Haynes Brandie and Brandon Henry Adria Ledoux ‘96 and Ben Heroman ‘96 Bunny Prosser ‘71 and Bill Hines ‘71* Robert Hines ‘99 Lauren and Steven Holland Liz and Ivin Hood* Whitney and Jonathan Hoover Karen and Marty Horn Wesley Horobetz Lauren Hudson Shantrice and Darryl Hurst Wylene Hurst*

CENTURY CUB $1 - $249 continued

Deana and Chad Hurt Holly and Hutch Hutchison* Monica and Deitrich Irving Lee and Brad Jackson Melissa and Matthew Jackson RoShon Jacobs Aimee Welch-James and Kisha James Antoinette Terrell James ‘66 Jennifer Jarc Megan and Steven Jenny ‘00 Bonita Johnson LaNelle Johnson* Brittney and Robert Jones Kelly and William Kelly Sarah and Isaac Khalid Jill and Jefferson Kindler Heather Kleinpeter Casie and Jonathan Kobe Alicia and Michael Kober Faith and Raymond Kobetz Kathy and Steve Kogos* Candace and Sinclair Kouns Marta Fechete and Thomas Kutter Melanie and Christian Ladner Paula and Phillip Lafargue Donna and Larry Lamonte Donna and Kyle Landrem Katelyn and William Landreneau Trichia and Josh Landry ‘96 Becky Langlois Sydney and Ryan Langlois Juliane and Brandon LaTour June and George LaTour* Jessica and William Lawrence Ashley and James Leach Willa Leblanc Amanda and Terrel Ledet Sandra and Robert Ledoux* Ashley and Mark Lee Jeannine and Rachel Lenox Christa Leon Terry Leon Cory and Harwood Leonard Wendi Little Lynn and Robert Livingston Sheralyn and Richard Long Barbara Sue Loubiere* Andrea and Charles Loup* Beth and Darrell Loup* Crystal and Nicholas Loup Shannon and Rory Loupe Kathryn and Dustin Loveless Misty and Beau Lowery Sheri and Stephen Loy ‘89 Xiaofen Huang and Fengyuan Lu Irene and Tom Lutkewitte Amanda and Drew Maciasz Elizabeth and Brian Mackey Beth and Mark Mahaffey Nancy and Phil Malone* Isabel Mancilla-Ortegon Marolon Gardiner ‘74 and Barry Mangham

Carolyn and Gip Mansur* Nat and Ronnie Marks* Amy Martin Mary and Rick Martin ‘71 Melissa and Andy Martin Melissa and Misty Martin-Kemp Katie and Spencer Maxcy ‘98 Amanda and Jason McAllister Mary and Johnny McCann* Anne and Ryan McConnell ‘01 Valerie and Owen McConnell Jan Reinberg ‘63 and R.K. McDonald Shelly McDonald Rachel and Josh McEnany Kristen and Christopher McGhee Judy and Richard McGimsey* Linda and Bob McKeithen* Christina and Jamar Melton Jan Melton* Ashley Meredith Emily and Brad Meyers Ambior Sidney and Colin Mitchell Maria and Brant Mitchell Lydia Mobley Jessica and Todd Monroe Kristen Chapman ‘01 and David Montgomery Latoya Relish and Richard Montgomery Sr. Julia and Tommy Moore Stacey and Tom Moore Dianne and Paul Moran Clem Morgan ‘64 Paisley and Justin Morgan Maryam Diaab and Damon Morton Helaine Moyse* Peter Muller Danelle and Manuel Munoz Kitty and Glenn Murphy* Angela Murray Liz and John Murrill ‘81 Catherine Smith ‘96 and William Myrick ‘96 Maria Barba and Jorge Navarro Jessica and Owen Nettles Courtney and David Neubauer Pamela and Richard Nicolle* Zora and Bob Olsson* Diana and Estuardo Orantes Lisa Palacio Rhonda and Rodney Palmisano* Kelly and Joey Papania Debra and Bruce Parker Nina Patel Shital Patel Sonal Patel Guiying Su and Yongbo Peng Joy and Dave Pennington

Karen and Brandon Pennington Cynthia and Raymond Perkins* Kelly Pitre Amy and Robert Poe Maria and Brett Poirrier Suzanne Ponder* Leslie McKenzie ‘86 and Lance Porter Tiffany and Alex Pucheu Kelin and Todd Queen Sandra and Willie Randle Krista and David Raney Marsha and Kirt Raymond* Casey and Heath Remedies Patricia and Jerry Richard Tiffany and Austin Richardson Dawn and Brian Richmond Shelby Karns ‘96 and Jon Robert ‘95 Anne and Eric Roberts Kent Roberts ‘72 Stacy and Dustin Roberts Bridget and Justin Robicheaux Jan and Mark Robicheaux* Candence and Lawrence Robillard Pam Roby Patricia and Alfred Rodrigue* Stephanie and Elizabeth Rojas Maria Pena and Carlos Roldan Taylor and Spencer Ross Amy Joiner ‘94 and Matt Rouse Elberta Rousselle* Rena and Mike Roy Sr.* Brooke Royal Jennifer Lanier Ruggiero ‘04 Miriam Ruzicka Gretchen and Kevin Ryder ‘93 Robyn and Sanjeev Sah Cathy Samuel Maxim and Henky Saputra Sally Perry ‘73 and Oley Sassone Anne and Walter Schmidt Kirsten and Christopher Schwehm Kathleen Screen* Melissa and Kevin Seal April and Martin Setliff ‘00 Hilary and Hamilton Shaw Elizabeth Shoenberger Janet and Charles Sides Sr.* Brian Simpson Kem and Ken Singletary Robert Singletary* Kimberly Skelton Dawn and Brett Skiles Courtney and Benjamin Smith Holly and Stephen Smith Maria Vicente and Kevin Smith Jennifer and Gary Snellgrove Cindy and Perry Snyder* Erin and Matthew Snyder Karen and Chris Spencer Katy and Bill Stark Jo Anna Stewart

Shelby Stewart Virginia and Simon Stocker Megan and Stephen Stone Marla and Andy Stroup Karen and Chris Styron Rebecca Svensson Sara and Michael Sylvest Danielle and Andrew Taylor Ayoi and Elliott Temple ‘01 Lacie and Jordy Templet Cat and Hugo Théfenne Stephanie and Scott Thompson Billy Tickle Morgan and Jeff Tomlinson Richel and Bruce Turner Lauren Lamonte ‘06 and Thomas Tyler Bobbie and Jim Upton* Latasha ValenzuelaHernandez Amy and Matt Vann Lori and Jack Vaughn Marianna Vyridi and Georgios Veronis Deana and Larry Vicari Tara Victorin Margie Vidrine* Lindsay and Gregory Waddell Mari and Shawn Walker Shannon and Scott Walsh Christen Ward Marianne and Daniel Wascom Ashley Weir Mary Ann and John White Trey Whitney Jayla and Derek Wilson Laird Wilson Tina Tullier and Mark Wofford Kelly Wolshon Ashley and Jake Wood Paige and Adam Zittrauer Jennifer and Bill Zosel

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Delaney Dufrene ‘17 graduated from LSU in May with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a minor in Spanish. During her time at LSU, Delaney served in LSU’s Flying Tigers Det 310 Air Force ROTC program, where she served as Wing Commander in the Fall of 2020. Upon her graduation from LSU, Delaney was named the Outstanding Cadet of the Air Force ROTC Program, was one of only 3 nominees campus-wide for the Arden O. French Leadership Award and was also named the Top Cadet of all branches of service at LSU. On May 6th, Delaney commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, and after earning a highly competitive rated slot, she is set to depart for training in September as a Combat Systems Officer.

Richard Lipsey ’57 was awarded the 2020 Patriot by the Louisiana Veterans Museum Foundation. Lipsey served as cadet colonel division commander of the 3,000-member LSU Cadet Corps. As a young infantry officer, he led the restoration of Camp Polk’s facilities, leading to the camp becoming officially Fort Polk. While serving as Gen. Philip C. Wehle’s aide-de-camp in Washington, D.C., Lipsey commanded the honor guard of slain President John F. Kennedy.

Matthew Johnson ’17 was named a member of the LSU Tiger Twelve Senior Recognition Class of 2021. Students selected as members of the Tiger Twelve are undergraduate seniors who contribute positively to the life of the campus, surrounding community, and society and who demonstrate commitment to intellectual achievement, inclusive excellence, leadership in campus life, and service. The 12 seniors represent five LSU colleges and schools. Six of the 12 are members of the Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College.

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Henry Kantrow ’17 was named a Distinguished Undergraduate Researcher at the LSU Commencement in May. Students who earn this distinction have demonstrated outstanding ability as advanced student researchers in their disciplines, have presented or published their research, and have participated in a track of activities that prepared them for success in their research pursuits. Henry received a degree in Chemical Engineering.

Eryn Kennedy ’20 was named a Stamps Scholar for Louisiana State University. Eryn is majoring in Chemical Engineering. Each year prospective freshmen, with a strong record of high academic achievement, leadership, and service, are nominated for consideration through the admissions process for two of the university’s top merit-based scholarships. The Stamps Scholarship is in partnership with the Strive Foundation. This elite award offers a full cost of attendance for four years.

Ari Krupkin ’05 has been named as Director of Scheduling and Advance for the U. S. Department of the Treasury. He most recently served as the Deputy Director of Events and Ceremonies for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’s Inaugural Committee. Before joining President Biden’s 2020 campaign, Krupkin served the Obama-Biden Administration as a White House Advance Associate in the Office of the Vice-President and worked on the 2012 Obama-Biden reelection campaign.

Ashley Carver Meredith ’07 was promoted to partner at Taylor Porter. She practices in commercial litigation, commercial transactions, health care compliance, estate planning, and successions and is ranked among the 2021 Best Lawyers in America “Ones to Watch” in commercial litigation.

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Lauryn McDermott Lee ’03 was named as Assistant Principal of Vermillion Catholic School. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and received a Master of Education in Leadership from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she was recognized as “Most Outstanding Master Student” in her college. Lauryn earned a Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, with a concentration in Elementary Education.

Claude Reynaud ’70 an attorney with Breazeale, Sachse and Wilson, was named to the 2021 Best Lawyers in America list.

Ellison Travis ’81 was recently named as the Acting United States Attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana. Ellison is the chief federal law enforcement official within the nine parishes that comprise the Middle District of Louisiana.

Michael Victorian ’01 was chosen as one of this year’s Forty Under 40 by the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report. The Baton Rouge Business Report recognizes 40 honorees each year who have shown leadership, initiative, and dedication to their field before the age of 40.

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husband Matt welcomed baby Molly Marie on January 19, 2021. Molly was also welcomed by big brothers Brady and Grayson.

13. Jordan Grace ’01 and wife Melissa,

welcomed daughter Laurel Josephine Grace on April 3, 2020.

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wed Adam Pace in August of this year. For the past 5 years, Whitney had been dancing professionally with Doug Varone and Dancers of New York City but returned home during the pandemic and met Adam in Baton Rouge.

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15. Alexis Garland ’14 is engaged to Cole Lambert of Birmingham, Alabama.

The wedding date is planned for May 2022 and Alexis will graduate as a Physician’s Assistant in August 2021.

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PREPARING CUBS FOR LIFE Harvard Busse was attending Baton Rouge High School in the late 1920s when Demonstration High School (now ULS) recruited him for his academic excellence.

He earned his diploma, continued his education at LSU as the first in his family to go to college, and carried his U-High experiences with him throughout life.

Grandson and U-High parent Donald Glynn reflected, “I saw it in the way my grandfather behaved, how he acted, how he treated people. He picked that up from being around the quality of the people and education he got from U-High.”

Glynn, father of Cubs Catherine Glynn (’27) and Kylie (’17) and Conner Cronin, feels privileged to give back to U-High a bit of what the school has given his family. “You get more than what you pay for, for sure. You’ve got the best teachers around. They have talent.

They have kindness. When you send your kid off for 8 hours a day, you’re trusting the institution to influence your child in a great way, and I think the teachers at U-High 100 percent do that. It’s comforting to know that they’re coming home with the correct preparation for real life and ready for college.”

Glynn’s mom, Jo Ann Busse, shares his gratitude and enjoys seeing her grandchildren gain the high-quality, wellrounded education that her father did nearly 100 years ago. “The programs that are offered outside of the classroom are so wonderful there. There are so many schools that don’t have the programs that y’all do.

And the school shares accomplishments with the grandparents – it’s incredible to be able to share that.”

SHOWING GRATITUDE

Of the many lifelong friends Sarah Kilpatrick Wylie (’05) met at U-High, there’s a clear standout: husband Richard (’03). Now, daughter Evie (’33) is a Cub, and Wylie has already seen firsthand the importance of giving back.

“Tuition covers the basics, the costs to keep the school running. However, there are so many things beyond that that are important to maintain, such as the Tuition Assistance Fund, vision and hearing screening equipment (we found Evie needed glasses thanks to this), new books, and the list goes on and on,” she shared.

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Wylie volunteered as a Giving Day ambassador, motivated by having a child at the school.

It turned out to be an even more rewarding experience than she expected. “I got back in touch with many people that I graduated with and have continued to keep in touch with them, which has been wonderful.

For Wylie, volunteering as a parent also offered an opportunity to celebrate the legacy of her grandparents, who worked at LSU, loved Baton Rouge, and sent their four children – including Wylie’s dad, Kevin (’76) – to U-High. Several cousins have followed in their parents’ footsteps down the U-High halls.

Wylie shared, “It’s fun because I was in high school when Katlyn (’15) and Elizabeth (’16) [Upp] were in kindergarten, and now my baby cousin James (’22) has been there while Evie has been in kindergarten. Her face lit up with so much joy on her very first day seeing him there, too.”

Wylie has also enjoyed seeing the way the school has grown and evolved over time while staying true to its core mission. She said, “The same fundamentals that we cherished going there are still in place: faculty who really love and care for their students’ well-being, students who respect one another, a love for LSU, and pride to be a part of the Baton Rouge community and a unique part of the LSU culture … I am so indebted to U-High and giving shows a small piece of my gratitude.”

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