From the Head of School

JONATHAN W.R. LAMB

Dear Storm King Community,

Our 155th school year is off to a wonderful start! This semester, we welcomed a great group of new and returning students, some energized new faculty members, and we were able to leave behind many of the COVID protocols required during the last two years. This fall 2022 issue of On the Mountain reflects the dynamism of our Storm King family past and present. In it you will find articles highlighting the active life of our students in the arts, athletics, and academics; and learn about a program new to our community service roster–Beautiful People Adaptive Sports. You will also find stories and photographs of our arts program including our annual poetry festival, visual arts show, dance recital, and musical concert; and last spring’s musical, Chicago: the High School Edition.

As a window on our rich and vibrant student life, you can read about our girls AA basketball team, our robust Model UN program, as well as our Global Service and Earth Day Celebrations. In addition, an interview with Dennis Costello, one of our senior faculty members, highlights both his story and offers insight into why Storm King is such a special place for students and teachers alike. You will also find a rundown of our 154th Commencement which featured an address by Storm King’s neighbor, Dr. William Schuster, who is retiring after 30 years as the founding executive director of the Black Rock Forest Consortium.

Our alumni are also highlighted throughout this issue of On the Mountain. One feature focuses on young alumni, and another on the stories behind the names on Memorial Rock. Articles highlighting Career Week and Reunion 2022 serve to demonstrate how our alums remain engaged and involved with the Storm King community. In brief, it is an exciting time to be at The Storm King School. The Mountain is alive and full of action and activity. Enjoy!

Jonathan W.R. Lamb