NA Outreach Fall 2007

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Donald M.Austin

Newark Academy Welcomes its 49th Head of School

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8The Investiture of Donald M. Austin

20 Renew, Refresh, Explore!

Faculty Sabbaticals and Summer Travel Opportunies Abound

20The Lesson of Porridge by Dr. Elizabeth H. Barbato

22Peru: An Artist’s Haven by Jay Torson

24A Natural Habitat Adventure by Dan Erlandson

26 Living History by Amy Schottland

27Returning to the UK by Neil Stourton

28Fontainbleau C’est Fantastique! by Mary Lysinger

outreach FALL2007

Donald M. Austin Head of School

Fred McGaughan Director of Institutional Advancement

EDITOR

Debra W. Marr Director of Communications

C ONTRIBUTORS

Blackwood ParlinMary Lysinger

Nancy McGaughanEdward Manigan

Elizabeth BarbatoAmy Schottland

Deborah DixlerAmy Sherman ’06

Dan ErlandsonNeil Stourton

Sam HuberJay Torson

Meghan Verdon

PROOFREADERS

Stacey Kaplan-LaytonJennifer Maffei

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

William D. Green ’69 Chairman

David N.W. GrantWayne D. Kent ’85

Nancy Baird Harwood ’75Jonathan D. Olesky ’74

Jeffrey J. Silverman ’82 Vice Chairs

Gerald LustigErnest W. Loesser SecretaryTreasurer

Donald Austin David McGraw ’77

Patricia Budziak Richard R. Redmond ’77

Anne Essner Ajay Sawhney

John C. Galbraith ’75 Andrew Senchak

Leo Gordon ’69Robert Silver

Pamela HuttenbergEric Sumner ’73

Tosan LivingstoneEvangeline Tross

Joseph P. McGrath, Jr. ’81Jane Wilf

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Louis V. Aronson II ’41John L. McGraw ’49

Paul Busse ’38Robert S. Puder ’38

Robert Del Tufo ’51Gary Rose

William D. Hardin ’44William T. Wachenfeld ’44

ALUMNI BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Leo M. Gordon ’69 President

Scott N. Newman ’73Van Stevens ’65 Vice PresidentVice President

Jed Rosenthal ’93 Secretary

Lance Aronson ’74Kim Hirsh ’80

John Bess ’69Ian Josloff ’90

Amanda Rubinstein Black ’97Mark Menza ’71

Noah Franzblau ’86Andrew J. Mulvihill ’81

Sam Gaidemak ’85Lara Samet ’01

John Gregory ’99Kim Griffinger Wachtel ’85 Art Williams ’81

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J. Richard Beltram ’41William C.H. Stroh III ’48

Richard M. Watson ’50

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Abbie Moore Design

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THE RIEGELMAN-STRAND GREAT HALL DEDICATION: MAY 18, 2007

The dedication of the Great Hall in the Simon Family Field House brought together two great leaders of the Academy: Allan Strand and Elizabeth Penney Riegelman. Their dynamic, compassionate and dedicated leadership of the school spanned 28 years and established a lasting legacy.

The hall was dedicated by the Green family, William ’69, Barbara and David ’99, in honor of Dr. Strand and Ms. Riegelman. In a speech to the NA community, David Green remarked, “In the entire history of Newark Academy, no two heads of school have accomplished more, provided finer leadership or achieved greater recognition for our beloved Academy.” He concluded by saying, “Indeed, no two individuals have better defined and grown Newark Academy than Ms. Riegelman and Dr. Strand, and now we have a permanent fixture with which to remember and be grateful that we had them in our lives.”

Back row: William D. Green ’69, Barbara Green, David Green ’99; Front row: Anne Strand, Allan Strand, Penney Riegelman

David Green ’99Maddy Onofrio, middle school office manager, with Allan Strand

COMMENCEMENT

On Sunday, June 10, 2007 Newark Academy held its 233rd graduation ceremony. Ninety-two seniors received diplomas on a beautiful, cloudless afternoon. The graduates were addressed by their classmate, Dan Vail, who delivered the T.C. Abbey Oration, and by Head of School Elizabeth Penney Riegelman, who delivered her final speech as head of school.

COLLEGE DESTINATIONS FOR THE CLASS OF 2007

Andrew Allocca

Columbia University

Charlotte Alter Harvard University

Deborah Anderson Emory University

Theodore Aronson

Wake Forest University

Hareesh Bajaj

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Jessica Barker Tulane University

Jelani Bektemba University of Pennsylvania

Michael Boyman New York University

Christian Caminiti Connecticut College

Andrea Caruth Tufts University

Justin Chan New York University

Melissa Chattman Lehigh University

Robin Collin

Swarthmore College

Ryan Damodaran Northwestern University

Alexandra Day University of Miami

Suzanne Diebold Indiana University

Molly Dinnerstein Colgate University

William Domrachev Lehigh University

David Doobin

Washington & Lee University

Sheela Doraiswamy University of Rochester

Edward Dowd University of Notre Dame

Matthew Eaton

Rutgers University

Ellen Epstein University of St. Andrews (UK)

Michael Fialkoff University of Michigan

Jeremy Fischer Colorado College

Savannah Galbraith Gettysburg College

Brian Gerrard University of Virginia

Lindsay Goldman University of WisconsinMadison

Jason Goode

Boston College

Anne Greenberg Barnard College

Jesse Greenwald

Northwestern University

David Hardin

Lafayette College

Jeffrey Hau New York University

Craig Helfer

Dickinson College

Adam Hyman

Rhode Island School of Design

Marin Jacobwitz

University of Michigan

Gillian Javetski Tufts University

Alexander Jewkes

Sheffield Hallam University (UK)

Sabrina Kapadia Boston University

Karishma Katti

George Washington University 7-Year Medical Program

Akash Kaul Bucknell University

Lauren Kay Brown University

James Kelly University of Southern California

Karen Kirk

Davidson College

Brian Kleiber Champlain College

Rajan Kothari Brown University

Alison Kruvant

George Washington University

Zachary Kwartler Princeton University

Katherine LeCates

University of Southern California

Pavlo Levkiv Middlebury College

Kathryn Macrides

James Madison University

Robert MacTaggart

Carnegie Mellon University

Jenna Mandelbaum University of Vermont

Anthony Marrese University of Rhode Island

Samantha Massengill

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science & Art

Douglas Milanes Villanova University

Biju Obi

Stanford University

Lily Peabody University of MassachusettsAmherst (Honors)

Catherine Pfeffer Denison University

Lauren Portnoi Emory University

Karina Puttieva Haverford College

Keren Ra’anan

Raphael Recanati International School (Israel)

Aditi Rajaram

New York University

Bharath Rajaram

Carnegie Mellon University

Eric Rattner

Syracuse University

Jaidev Reddy

Cornell University

Cassie Reid-Dodick Mount Holyoke College

Sabrina Robinson University of Pennsylvania

Adam Rogoff Emory University

Joshua Rovner School of Visual Arts

Christopher Russo University of North CarolinaWilmington

Arielle Samet

Vanderbilt University

HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Joel Sampaio

Carnegie Mellon University

Jeremy Schiff

Rutgers University

Olivier Sherman

Columbia University

Melissa Shube

Brown University

Emily Simon Lafayette College

Paul Skydel

Belmont University

Alexandra Smith Lafayette College

Andrew Somberg Middlebury College

Alyssa Some University of Southern California

Allison Sterling Carleton College

Nina Subhas

Columbia University

Michael Thomas

Bates College

Gaurie Tilak

Brown University

Kevin Ullmann

Cornell University

Elyse Uppal

Boston College

Alexander Uy

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Daniel Vail

Swarthmore College

Allison Wentz

Brown University

Noelle Williams

Columbia University

Julia Yao

Washington University in St. Louis

If you are interested in meeting or hosting Newark Academy graduates attending college in your area, please contact Nancy McGaughan at 973.992.7000, ext. 367 or e-mail nmcgaughan@newarka.edu for their contact information.

When asked which parts of Spirit Week were their favorites, many hands of the new sixth grade class (Class of 2014) shot up into the air. Caroline Beardsley said, “I loved the games at recess — especially kickball and tug of war.” Sydney Mann enjoyed working with her friends to create and perform a dance for the middle school skit during pep rally. Jai Ghose cheerfully added, “No dress code!” Chris Roser liked the junior class Harry Potterinspired quidditch match skit.

During the week of October 8, the halls of Newark Academy were transformed into ancient Egypt (middle school), a jail cell (freshmen), the arctic (sophomores), Hogwarts (juniors) and ancient Greece (seniors) during the annual celebration of Spirit Week. In keeping with the different daily dress themes, students and faculty alike wore red and black one day and clashing clothes with crazy hair-dos the next. Choral music director Viraj Lal, a new teacher at Newark Academy, said, “It was so much fun to see the school so spirited. It was wonderful that the teachers became so involved too.”

Spirit Week culminated in an all-school pep rally on Friday afternoon and Homecoming and Reunion over the weekend.

the sports report

MINUTEMEN ATHLETICS OFF TO A FAST START IN ’07

The athletic teams at Newark Academy are off to a fine start this year. Five of our seven varsity programs have qualified for their respective State playoffs!

Field hockey has been one of the most pleasant surprises this year as they have compiled a 9-3-2 record. The team made it to the semi-final round of the Essex County tournament where they distinguished themselves against the #2 team in the state, West Essex High School. Both coaches and players alike are looking forward to competing in the Prep and State playoffs!

The football team began the season with two very impressive wins: on opening day the Minutemen defeated arch-rival Pingry, 21-7, for the first time since both schools joined the Colonial Hills Conference in the early ’90s. The boys followed up that victory with a 28-26 thriller over Immaculate Conception. There is a new spirit surrounding this team and they play hard every game, win or lose!

The cross-country team has experienced much success so far this season, with the boys squad spor ting a 10-2 record in tri and quad matches to date. The team has competed in the prestigious Shore Invitational, placed third in the Colonial Hills Conference and is looking forward to running in the Essex County, Prep and State meets.

Boys soccer is having a great turn-around season this fall. After falling to a 7-9-3 season in 2006, the boys have rebounded this year and are 7-5 at this juncture. Playing in perhaps the toughest soccer league in the state, with the likes of Morris Catholic

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and Pingry, the boys have exonerated themselves well this year and are looking forward with enthusiasm and confidence to the Prep and State playoffs.

Our girls soccer team is in the hunt for a state playoff berth once again. They need just one more victory to qualify, and then they plan to make up for a slow start in which they were plagued with injuries to key players. Our girls, too, play in arguably one of the strongest soccer conferences in the state. They are hoping to finish the season with a strong run to once again prove that they are a team to contend with.

The volleyball team this year has qualified for the state tournament for the first time since the Colonial Hills Conference began league play! At 8-8, the team is on pace to set a single season mark for victories as they look forward to participating in both the Prep and State tournaments.

Girls tennis, once again a strong and spirited squad, has played well this season compiling an impressive 15-4 record with highlight victories over Pingry, MKA and Westfield! They advanced to the final round of the Essex County Tournament before falling to top-seed and #1-team in the state, Millburn High School. They also made it to the semi-final round of the North Non-Public “B” sectionals where they were upset by Gill-St. Bernard, the eventual sectional champion.

All in all, it has been an exciting and rewarding fall season this year. We are looking forward to more success as we enter the playoff season. Come out to support your favorite teams!

Investiture of the 49th Head of School Donald M.Austin at Fall Convocation

September 7,2007

Faculty,staff,students,trustees,alumni and friends of Newark Academy gathered in The Simon Family Field House on Friday,September 7 to commemorate the formal opening of the Academy’s 234th year and the investiture of DonaldM.Austin as the Academy’s 49th head of school.

William D.Green ’69,chairman of the board of trustees,Leo M. Gordon ’69,president of the alumni board,Patricia Budziak,president of the parents association,and Alexa Gr uber ’08, president of the student council, for mally welcomed Mr Austin.

Member s of the f aculty received awards for excellence in teaching, as well as for longevity at Newark Academy A reception was held in an outside cour tyard following the ceremony

Our Academy was founded in 1774 – there was no nation yet. Electricity, steam power, the cause of typhus, the Internet were unknown. Only one ship of commerce had yet sailed from an American port to Asia. And yet, we were a school in 1774.

Convocation Address

William D.Green ’69,Chairman of the Board of Trustees

In the life of a school there is both continuity and change.Today,I welcome back to Newark Academy 555 students and over 110 faculty and staff.I want to especially welcome our 115 new students and 12 new faculty members to our Newark Academy community.I would ask that all our returning students and faculty rememberthat you too were once a new member of this community and that many people came forth to welcome you and help – today,I charge each of you returning to offer that same favor to our newest members to assure their quick assimilation and success in this, our Newark Academy community.

Our Academy was founded in 1774 – there was no nation yet.Electricity,steam power,the cause of typhus, the Inter net were unknown.Only one ship of commerce had yet sailed from an Amer ican por t to Asia.And yet,we were a school in 1774.

Despite the age of our school, and the tremendous changes in the world since our founding in 1774, there is continuity from then to now.The continuity has been a determination to prepare young people with the lear ning and skills necessary to understand the world and prepare them for their role in its aff air s.

In 1908, the Newark Academy handbook explained the philosophy of the then all-male Academy: “The aim is to discover and develop the individuality of each pupil rather than to mass all arbitrar ily under a unifor m and indiscriminating routine.The important considerations of health,temperament,disposition and capacity receive careful attention.The endeavor is to train the pupils to think for themselves,to stimulate observation and inquiry,to cultivate correct habits of study,and to develop and discipline the faculties,rather than to crowd and over task the memory.Great pains are taken to teach the pupils How to Study.The development and growth of character in each boy is carefully watched and directed.Courteous and gentlemanly deportment is required.”

It seems clear that our continuity remains and our focus and philosophy seem to have remained intact – perhapsI can be simplistic and say that the more we think things have changed,the more they have actually stayed the same.

But our Academy has obviously changed in a myriad of ways since 1774,and even since 1908. Changes have come in response to new conditions,new insights,new technologies,new imperatives. Together,as a community,we pledge today to undertake even more changes,to undertake greater challenges,to continue to make our Academy a place of great intellectual curiosity, academic success and individual growth.There can be no greater tribute to our past than to prepare to the best of our collective abilities for our future.

Together, as a community, we pledge to undertake even more changes,to greater challenges, to continue to makeour a place of greatintellectual academic success and individual

Presentation of the Charge and Seal William D.Green ’69

It has been stated that the most impor tant function that a board of tr ustees of an independent school can perfor m is the selection of that school’s head. We are therefore here today to officially fulfill that function and it is with great anticipation, pr ide and confidence that I present our new head of school and officially empower him to under take the charge of his office:

With cognizance of the venerable heritage and proud traditions of this 233-yearold institution, and with recognition of our mission to pursue wisdom,tolerance and enlightenment, on behalf of the Newark Academy Board of Trustees,I charge you, Donald M.Austin,to discharge your responsibilities as the Head of School with integ r ity,with vision,and with compassion.

The Acceptance Donald M.Austin

Welcome students,faculty,members of the board of trustees,alumni,parents, friends of the school,and my own family and friends.Thank you all for gathering together to mark the beginning of the 2007-2008 school year at Newark Academy.I would also like to thank you in advance for your support,collaboration,patience and good will,as I become the 49th Head of School of Newark Academy.It is an honor to accept the charge put forth today by Mr.William Green.I pledge to uphold the mission of Newark Academy and to work with all of you to make it the best school it can be.

I consider the charge of leading this fine school - this exceptional community of students,faculty,parents and alumni - to be a tremendous opportunity and a daunting responsibility.I feel fortunate to be here,and I am determined to marshal all of the resources from my upbringing,education,professional experience,and strength of will to succeed.Success,as I define it,however, will not be about me personally but about our skillful stewardship of Newark Academy.It will be measured by our ability to fulfill Newark Academy’s mission and by providing the 555 students here today with an outstanding education,one that is academically engaging and rigorous,and that fosters moral development,preparing them for fully realized and meaningful lives.

Since arriving at Newark Academy,I have been trying to get to know the school and its 233-year history.Recognizing the key enduring qualities of Newark Academy is essential preparation for a leader to chart a course for the future.I would like to make several brief observations about what I view as fundamental aspects of Newark Academy.

The first thing to note,and to say with pride,is that ours is one of the oldest schools in the country.Regrettably,in our culture we don’t especially value what is old,but I believe that venerable schools,like people who reach a certain age,can embody a wisdom and generosity of spirit.Those qualities are perpetuated through the traditions and stories that become school lore,and they are passed on from one generation to another by

teachers and students,a kind of community D.N.A.We hope that by being part of a school with such a long and proud past,our students will feel tied to and inspired by something deeper than their own experience.

Newark Academy has endured for so long by adapting to changing times and circumstances.It is a resilient institution,having had to reinvent itself periodically.War, fire,dire financial straits in the 1960s,and various ups and downs in its educational programs have affected the school’s fortunes and periodically threatened its survival. Along this sometimes bumpy road, the school has forged a rugged identity.If Newark Academy were a person,we would say she or he had character.From my perspective,as a newcomer,this explains why the Academy is less stuffy and self-important than other distinguished schools of similar caliber.And it quite possibly makes us a more dynamic school,

with a greater willingness to adapt to changing times.There is an understated pride and selfconfidence about the school that comes from its maturity and from having persevered and prevailed in hard times.As the French would say,Newark Academy is “bien dans sa peau,”happy in its own skin.

Another fundamental trait of the Academy is the loyalty it inspires. Countless people have expressed to me their great affection for the school in the form of spontaneous e-mails,notes,and conversations. One senior faculty member confided to me that the NA community is so exceptional that it is addictive.The bonds that tie alumni,faculty,parents and friends to this school are very strong. That level of attachment and support bears witness to the success of our past and the great promise of our future.

There is,in fact,as many of you know,widespread recognition that Newark Academy has recently enjoyed a particularly successful

period in its history,thanks to strong leadership by my two predecessors, Allan Strand and Penney Riegelman,astute work by the board,and the quality of the faculty and students.The school has arrived at an enviable position of strength.

From that position of strength Newark Academy turns toward the future with confidence.Keeping in mind the school’s history and its recent success, I wish to describe briefly several priorities as I see them for the future. They fall into three overlapping categories:maintaining what we do well, seizing new opportunities provided by technology,and enhancing the global elements of our program.

We must conserve and cultivate what we are already doing very well.A rigorous academic program,with constant attention to the best pedagogy and most appropriate content,must be at the heart of our work together. Newark Academy successfully teaches skills and content in the core disciplines and must continue to do so.Learning the basic skills is a prerequisite for all that follows. Through an exciting curriculum,we must instill in our students intellectual cur iosity,integrity,a passion for learning,and teamwork.These “habits of mind” focus not only on learning course content but also on lear ning how to learn and how to work effectively with others,two traits that will serve our students long after the end of their formal education.A second key element to preserve is the healthy balance among arts,athletics and extracurricular activities at Newark Academy because their happy equilibrium distinguishes this school and assures that our students have a multi-dimensional,liberal education.And finally,we must strive to build and reinforce the wonderful community that binds us.In good times or in bad,the connections between teachers and students,the enduring ties among our loyal constituencies of parents,alumni,trustees and friends, must be nurtured.These are our greatest resource,which we must never take for granted.

In addition to preserving our current strengths,we must assure the excellence of our educational program by carefully anticipating the future needs of our students.In particular,I would like to consider how technology and global

Success, as I define it, however, will not be about me personally but about our skillful stewardship of Newark Academy.

studies are presenting our school with exciting challenges and opportunities. Our ability to make the most of these opportunities will help distinguish Newark Academy as a top-notch school.

Technology has already reshaped the way we communicate and interact, and it is changing the way we can teach and learn.When I began my career in the early 1980s,there were virtually no personal computers or cell phones,in the classroom or in the home.My sons refer to my computer-less childhood as the Dark Ages.Today,nearly all of our classrooms are equipped with interactive white boards,and most of us seated here today have cell phones and PCs that are connected to the Internet for much of the day.The current level of technology seems “normal”to Newark Academy’s students,but to people of my generation, a lot has already changed.

And yet many experts,including Thomas Friedman,the author of The World Is Flat,say that we have just entered the era in which technology will most transform our lives.Friedman cites Carly Fiorona,the former CEO of Hewlett Packard,who said in 2004 that the previous 25 years in technology had been a “warm-up act.”She asserted that the next 25 years would be the “main event…an era in which technology will literally transform every aspect of business,every aspect of life,and everyaspect of society.”Our goal as a leading school must be to remain flexible and forward looking,able to determine when and how to use technology as a communication tool and as a medium to facilitate learning.

The interactivity of technology offers exciting ways to enhance our curriculum.The Internet has already opened up avenues for research,for

example,that any student can access,provided he or she has certain skills;this capacity allows individualized learning to a greater degree than we have known and will offer significant possibilities for motivated,able students.

At the same time,technology is creating opportunities for group experiences,by connecting our classrooms to realms that previously required field trips or elaborate research in university laboratories. Science students at Newark Academy participate in a project knows as GLOBE in which they can monitor the environment by accessing scientific data via the Internet.This project creates the possibility for our students to compare their findings with scientists’research,and it

The Austin family: George, Kiki, Don, Charlie and Ben

complements field work they can do at the local level,such as the Passaic River water study focusing on clean water that students will beg in this year Technology can help us br idge gaps between the classroom and the wider community

Another exciting example illustrates the power of the Inter net to help our students extend their reach across the world. This year, as par t of the National Association of Independent Schools’ 20-20 prog ram, inspired by JF Rischard’s High Noon, we have been paired with a school in Pakistan for the academic year The goal is to have students from two countr ies

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communicate and engage in discussions on one of 20 urgent global problems that we have 20 years to solve.Students will be using e-mail,SKYPE,and video conferencing,all of which are increasingly common and inexpensive, to wrestle with an essential global question.Through this interactive process our students will confront linguistic and cultural differences that will serve both to add flavor to the discussion and,sometimes,to impedeprogress.They will learn about networking withpeople from other cultures,a vital skill in the “flat”world they will inherit.This brings me to the second key focus for the future,outlined in our strategic plan,to become the Global Academy.

We must take to hear t the global imperative.The need to think and act globally is here and now,in the interconnectedness of our politics,economies, climate and the people all over the planet with whom our children will live and work.Newark Academy’s global identity is already present in the many nationalities represented in the families of our students and in the upper school cur riculum,with its focus on the International Baccalaureate, but we must strive to enhance the international and experiential pieces of a Newark Academy education,and we can’t be satisfied to do it solely throughtechnology and a diverse student body.

Going forward,the faculty and I will have to work hard to define how best to adjust our teaching and our curriculum to prepare for the global present and future.We should broaden the study of history and geography to offer more room for the study of other cultures and belief systems.That shift in focus will also require that we expand the traditional classroom model to include more direct experiences,which can be transformative.

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Since my life has been shaped by experiences abroad,my own and those of my students,I am a firm believer in the value of immersion experiences. I would like nothing more than to have every Newark Academy student par ticipate in a significant immersion exper ience abroad prior to graduation. A service project in a developing country,a homestay in a family,or several weeks in a high school in a foreign country would all be worthwhile examples. In addition to competence in another language and culture, students who do these projects gain self-confidence,a broadened perspective on their home countr y and culture,and a measure of humility about their power to address the most pressing problems of the world.Our goal as a global school must be to prepare our students to be effective leaders in a global context. Contact with people from different backgrounds is essential training for a workplace that is increasingly multinational and multicultural. I look forward to working with faculty and the board to assure that our educational program is dynamic,engaging and clearly focused on providing skills that students will need for the future.

In closing,I would like to take a moment to thank some of the people who have helped me ar rive at this point.My presence here today is in large measure due to fr iends, colleagues,and above all family.First and foremost, I wish to acknowledge my wife,Karolyn,for her wisdom,patience and love,and our three sons,Benjamin,George and Charlie,whose energy,zest for life and force of character remind me daily that the greatest joys (and challenges) in life come from those whom we love.

I would also like to acknowledge my own parents and grandparents,who have been wonderful role models.From my earliest days they practiced what the best teachers preach:commitment to the life of the mind,service to other s, adherence to principles of decency,and the pursuit of healthy passions with little regard to acquisition of money or power.They were travelers with open hearts,who instilled in me a taste for adventure and a love of languages.And they granted me significant independence that per mitted me to see the world at a young age.

I particularly want to mention my mother,Mollie Munro Austin, who died from cancer when I was in my early twenties.She was someone who deeply valued education and who strongly encouraged me to pursue teaching when I was figuring out what I wanted to do with my life.As she predicted,the fulfillment I have had as a teacher and school leader has been a source not only of professional satisfaction,but also of personal joy.

During the course of my life, I have been fortunate to know many outstanding teacher s as mentor s,colleagues and friends. Their commitment to their jobs has gone f ar beyond professional responsibility and has demonstrated repeatedly that teaching is a noble and vital craft.Their examples will continue to serve as beacons for me here at Newark Academy.

FACULTY FOCUS

Based on a proposal submitted by Upper School Principal Dr. Rich DiBianca, Newark Academy was selected to participate in the National Association of Independent Schools’ global initiatives program, Challenge 20/20. The program arranges partnerships between schools in different countries and assigns problems for them to address together. The goal of the program is to provide an excellent foundation for meaningful problem solving and cross continent relationships that lead to a more promising global future for both students and schools.

This fall, Newark Academy welcomed 11 new members to the faculty: Ranila Ahmed (Math/Computer Science), Garrett Caldwell (Humanities), Matthew Gertler ’90 (Health Education), David Griffin (English), William Hobson (Science), Derek Kanarek (Math), Lillesol Kane (Humanities),Viraj Lal (Choral Music), Lou Scerra (English), Jesus Sendon (Spanish), and Julius Tolentino (Instrumental Music).

Check out news about faculty summer sabbaticals on pages 20-29.

Faculty Awards Presented at Convocation

NANCY CELENTE LYNHAM CHAIR

For high academic standards, exemplary practice in teaching and interest in the personal development of students.

MILESTONES

AMY EMELIANOFF ALLSOPP AWARD

For working to change the course of students’ lives.

DEBRA TAVARES RIPPS AWARD

For encouraging students’ hard work, perseverance, and motivation in personal and academic growth.

25 YEARS Robert Mallalieu, Scott Jacoby, Norm Schafler

10 YEARS Kareen Obydol, Steve Griggs, Betsy Barbato

5 YEARS Marquis Scott, Sandy Palmer, Benson Hawk, Neil Stourton,Kirsti Morin (not pictured: Karen Ferretti ’91 and Maria Teresa McNeilly-Anta)

20 YEARS Warren Christian, Stephanie Acquadro, Link Keur

15 YEARS Luis Gomez, Carol Spooner, Josephine Allocca

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

JIM MANNING NA Faculty 1957-1979

A SEARCH FOR NA AUTHORS

After reading a book written by Lanny Davis ’63 several years ago, it occurred to former NA faculty member Jim Manning that probably many of his other students had written and published books over the years, but it was a book written by Michael Yogg ’64, entitled “Passion for Reality: Paul Cabot and the Boston Mutual Fund,” that inspired him to actively begin his search for NA authors. He also felt it was information that Newark Academy would like to have in its archives. And so, he set out on his treasure hunt using the Internet and his memories to guide him. Not surprisingly, Jim began finding that his former NA English students had indeed become authors on a variety of subjects.

Jim, who taught English and served in many different capacities at Newark Academy from 1957 to 1979, saw several dynamic changes over his tenure at the Academy. He was part of the historic move of the campus from First Street to Livingston, and was also involved in the much discussed change to coeducation in 1972. He came to NA after completing graduate work at Boston College and teaching for a year in an all-boys Diocesan high school in Boston. After teaching five sections with 60 boys each, the move to an independent school with an average class size of 13 seemed like a dream.

Over the years Jim was a department head, director of admission, college counselor, academic dean and assistant headmaster, but his fondest memories are of his days teaching and, as he recalls, “stirring up fires” in his students. He enjoyed seeing them flocking around his desk before class, anxious to discuss the previous night’s homework, and he is happy knowing that he, along with the other fine faculty members of Newark Academy, taught a generation of students how to appreciate poetry and literature, and how to write and think clearly

Jim left the Academy in 1979 to become headmaster of a semi-military boys day school near Albany, New York, where he worked until 1990. He then served as head of the National Sports Academy in Lake Placid for two years, moving on to New York Military Academy in Cornwall, New York until 1996 when he retired to Beverly, Massachusetts. There he serves as docent at the Peabody Essex Museum, and as an officer of Voice of the Faithful, a Catholic Church reform movement. He also speaks on maritime and historic architecture to groups in his area. Jim is still in touch with some of his fellow former colleagues from NA, getting together at least once a year with former Head of School Brad Bradford and others.

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CALLING ALL AUTHORS!

Reading the books written and published by his former students is a joyful experience for Jim, andhe is encouraged not only by theirsuccess, but by the breadth of their intellectual curiosity as they write on topics from politics to spiritual healing. But, since Jim’s research is limited to the years hetaught at NA, we encourage all Newark Academy authors to contact the alumni relations officeand tell us about the books they’ve written.

BY SAMHUBER

The Broadening Scope of Sustainability LivingGreen

WWe have all grown accustomed to thinking about sustainability primarily as environmental conservation, and, of course, viable natural systems are crucial to the survival of life on earth. But sustainability reaches far beyond merely the environment. The concept embraces all the interrelated systems that contribute to thriving societies, and includes social and economic systems as well as natural systems.

RESHAPING OUR RELATIONSHIPS

In the past couple of years, we have seen the birth of many new Newark Academy traditions, which together add up to some significant progress in reshaping our relationships to the natural world upon which we all depend.

• Passaic River clean-ups help remind us of the steady stream of litter that flows through our back yards.

• The NA vegetable garden helps to keep us aware of where our food comes from.

• Upgrades in our heating and cooling systems as well as our lighting systems, and controls, have helped us save energy costs and reduce the school’s energy consumption.

• The Middle School Environmental Club’s Eco Fest spreads the word about global warming and a variety of conservation and energy issues.

• The school’s chefs increasingly use locally grown produce, have switched to hormone- and antibiotic-free milk, and have eliminated trans-fats from all recipes.

• Our recycling programs for paper and beverage containers are becoming increasingly efficient, and are managed by a growing number of students.

These and other efforts to reduce the environmental impact of our facilities and our behaviors will continue in the years ahead. We are considering the installation of solar panels and other ways to offset some of our energy needs. The campus master planning process will reveal opportunities to shrink the ecological footprint of the building and to incorporate student learning about the building systems and management. Through partnerships with the Passaic River Institute and other schools within the watershed, we will expand our study of the river and its ecology.

A HEALTHY INTERACTION

Increased understanding of the symbiosis of healthy natural systems blazes the way toward an appreciation, too, of the increasingly complex interplay of social and economic systems upon which sustenance depends. NA’s sustainability initiative aims in the coming year to highlight the interconnections among myriad other pursuits in which we are already engaged. Habitat for Humanity, Nation to Nations, Girls for Girls, Ubuntu – these and other clubs help reveal our connections to the experience of others, and provide valuable opportunities to broaden our sense of the relationships upon which depends the sustainability of the world as we know it.

The concept is relatively simple: every choice we make has far-reaching personal,social, economic and ecological implications (not unlike Physics’ Third Law of Motion!), as depicted in the following diagram.

The diagram suggests the extent to which “quality of life” results from the healthy interaction of the three domains identified here. As we continue to take seriously our environmental responsibilities, we can also encourage the “systems thinking” that identifies related issues

ECO FEST 2007

MAKING PEACE WITH THE PLANET THROUGH EDUCATION AND PARTICIPATION

Newark Academy science teacher and environmentalist Debra Tavares created Eco Fest 2007 with the goal of educating students about the earth and environmental challenges,empowering students through participation in activities to help the planet, and increasing awareness throughout the community.

Last spring, the Newark Academy community participated in a variety of games and performances in celebration of Earth Day. Activities included the screening of middle school student-made ecology videos, tree planting and a dance competition.

Topics addressed in the videos and activities included the reality of global warming, the importance of community responsibility and awareness, and solutions to current and future environmental dilemmas. The middle school environmental club announced the new “no idling” proposal for cars and trucks in the Newark Academy parking lot. Funds raised from the sale of reusable grocery bags and compact fluorescent “eco-bulbs” went toward the purchase of 200 trees which were planted at Newark Academy as part of the “Forest Restoration Project.”

contributing to the balance.Educating with sustainability in mind promises to prepare our students to become the problem solvers and visionary planners that our complex world requires.

The interest and energy of students, faculty, staff, parents, trustees and alumni continue to reveal myriad opportunities to expand the reach of NA’s Sustainability Initiative. It all starts with changing a lightbulb. Beyond the simple things, the possibilities are endless.

Refresh, Renew, Explore!

Faculty Sabbaticals and Summer Travel Opportunities Abound

Newark Academy has a long record of support for faculty sabbaticals. According to Dean of Faculty Von Rollenhagen, “Sabbatical leaves are granted to faculty to provide opportunities for professional development and contribute to fresh, imaginative and innovative teaching in the classroom.” Sabbaticals not only provide time to pursue scholarly interests but also provide time for intellectual and personal renewal.

Over the summer, several members of the faculty embarked on trips ranging from Jay Torson’s full sabbatical for a monthlong cultural study in the Peruvian Andes and Valley of the Incas, to Amy Schottland’s mini-sabbatical to study Greek and Roman artifacts; Betsy Barbato’s mini-sabbatical to Scotland, the origin of Shakespeares’ “Macbeth;” and Kareen Obydol’s mini-sabbatical to Guadalupe to study that country’s dialects.

In addition, summer travel opportunities for both faculty and students created venues for cultural discovery and exploration, including a student exchange visit to Fontainbleau arranged by Mary Lysinger; a tour of the United Kingdom with NA’s resident Britain, Neil Stourton; and a Galapagos Island adventure for one deserving faculty member, Dan Erlandson, offered by Ben Bressler ’80 through his company,Natural Habitat Adventures.

Scotland

aAs I leaned across the hob to lift the calendar to the next month, my sure stirring of the porridge in the pot faltered. Next, the tiny nail holding the calendar to the wall flew out, making a sharp “ting” on the tiles, and all of 2007 fell in a heap on the floor. The porridge stuck to the bottom of the pot, and I had a rather gluey breakfast. This small catastrophe occurred in the kitchen of a cottage across the street from the sea in the village of Burghead, on the Moray Firth in the northeast of Scotland. Though I had spent almost three weeks there and eaten the same food every morning, I had clearly not yet learned the lesson of porridge.

With a grant from Newark Academy, I went to Scotland last summer (the wettest June ever t o have been recorded in the U.K.) to try and find the links between Shakespeare’s Macbeth and the real king. Although the actual Macbeth most likely did cause his predecessor’s death, it is there that any resemblance between the two stops. The real Macbeth’s castle was in Inverness – it’s now obliterated; his formidable wife is probably buried under what is now a golf course. Macbeth was a leader beloved by his people; Shakespeare altered history, like he did with poor, maligned Richard III, in order to please his king and to allow for some cool special effects onstage.

Not only did James I of England write a book on demonology, there are multiple documents telling of the attack made on him by a whole flotilla of witches! Indeed, even though any books on witchcraft I used for research were held in “adult reserve” in the Elgin library – an interesting form of censorship – the northeast of Scotland is literally steeped in the recognition of the supernatural, from Shakespeare’s day to now. After climbing down 70 feet to a cave only reachable at low tide, I was able to see Pictish carvings from almost a thousand years ago, as well as the signature of the witch of Auldearn, one of the only women to self-identify as an agent of the devil. On a low shelf toward the rear of the startlingly dry and airy cavern, I made out what

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were obviously recent offerings, left in faith that the unknown power of this place would help bring loved ones home safe from the sea.

One of the reasons I ruined my porridge that day was because I was stirring it with the wrong hand and in the wrong direction. As a sinister left-hander, it’s just more natural for me to stir widdershins, or anti-clockwise. This is said to invoke the devil, or at least bring bad luck to the stirrer; I should have been using my right hand and moving the wooden spurtle (one does not stir oats with a spoon!) deiseal, or sunwise

But the main reason was that I forgot the most important lesson I learned in my weeks in Scotland, a lesson that allowed me to write clearly, to observe honestly, and to learn openly: we can really only do one thing at a time really well. When I looked at caves, castles and cathedrals hundreds and hundreds of years old, their stones carved with symbols now lost to time, I considered the value of focusing on one concept, idea or task.

At Newark Academy, we do not just stir our porridge. We stir three pots at once while checking our e-mail on our iPhones and applying to college and putting assignments on the web and going to meetings and taking five instead of 55 minutes for lunch. We need to help one another consider what marks we will leave – on each other, on our school and on our world. We need to slow down and consume appropriately. I posed this question in my journal, and my answer follows:

I F I COULDONLYCARVEONESTONE , WHAT WOULD I FORCE ONTOTHATSURFACE , OR STAND INTHESHADOWOF, ORCALLOUTOFIT ?

T HIS LIFEISASTONE , A STONEINTHERAIN .

There is something at work here on me, something caught up in the net of sky held pregnant, apostate. The forests that I draw as gray v ’s marching along the horizon are not woods from the past – Birnham Wood coming to Dunsinane – they are relatively young soldiers recruited to keep Moray from washing away into itself, the firth. And yet they are part of something that has been reigning here and has been for centuries. This is geologic, not human time. Had the citizens

who cling like ionic barnacles to this coast, dipping into the sea to claim small sustenance, and in return offering some of their own every once in a while to the waves, had these folk not planted firs, this something that watches over this place would have continued with its giving and taking, its washing away and resculpting, in its own circle. As my taxi driver said, “it’s all a circle, pet. Sometimes we’re just not far away enough to see the circle for what it is.”

There is a dialect to this rain, more difficult to unpack than the Doric here, which calls crows corbies, and asks “dae ye ken” instead of our “y’know,” or “uh-uh.” I can catch drops on my tongue and feel them individually – they are so large. The Doric word dreiach won’t quite do; it means this thick mist, but is also a synonym for the human expression of ennui. And this is not human. It has no interest in my interpretation, and as such is invincible, intractable, bedrock-low, the bass note that can’t be heard but is sent through the choir of the ribs.

Shakespeare’s Macbeth asked– why does everything appall me?–after his meeting on the heath with three who decided to throw themselves at the mercy of a brooding, unopened eye, the guardian of every prick of gorse and thistle; the progenitor of every shade of heather; the boon behind every cloud. I suspect every mountaineer, every space-sailor, every sea-rimed diver, is a witch. How could they not be, when they possess a sure and arcane knowledge of what we perceive as secular, and the infinite space between that and time as it is? To hold one’s breath and dive for the bottom, or leap upwards toward the white sky, or crawl umbilical between the stars, or to stand by this sea, is to be set right-sized; in a sense, to be appalled, or at least to be struck anew by one’s own relative insignificance in the larger scheme of things. The best we can do is keep our eyes open.

Peru An Artist’s Haven

I chose Peru because it promised an adventure. The chance to explore the ancient Inca civilization fueled my interest in archeology, art and history.

As an artist, I was visually confronted with picture-perfect compositions everywhere I went!

I used the transformed city of Cusco as my home base. Once the Inca capital of the empire, now a quaint Spanish colonial town, Cusco offered a fusion of the two cultures that have coincided for more than five centuries. I explored the Sacred Valley, visiting the ruins of Pisac and its vibrant market. I studied the military ruins of Sacsayhuaman and Puca Pucara. I journeyed farther to explore Machu Picchu on two separate occasions.

And during my first week, I traveled to the remote village of Cachora where I prepared for a 45-mile trek to visit the ruins of Choquequirau.

Six weeks after embarking on this journey, I returned home with more than 1,000 photographs, several inspired paintings and memories to last a lifetime.

Captivated by the rich textures of the Spanish doorways, Jay took hundreds of photographs with the intention of integrating the textures, contours and colors into an entire series of work. The paintings inspired by this trip will be on display in The McGraw Gallery during the month of February 2008.

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Natural Habitat Adventure

Located on the equator about 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos are synonymous with Charles Darwin, his theory of evolution and the tremendously unique biodiversity that inhabits this area of the world. Sometimes referred to as the Enchanted Isles due to the “Garua,” or mist, that often encompasses them during the dry season of July to December, these 19 volcanic islands, primarily unpopulated by people, are right in the path of the collision of two major ocean currents, the nor thward moving Humboldt and the southward moving Panama current. They also sit in the middle of the ENSO or El-Nino phenomenon that dominates the ocean-atmosphere interaction in this par t of the world. These three things –geographic isolation, proximity to colliding ocean currents and the lack of humans – are what have allowed the Galapagos to evolve such a unique array of biodiversity.

I was lucky enough to have the special opportunity to travel to the Galapagos in August on a tour operated by Natural Habitat Adventures (www.nathab.com), a company founded and run by NA alum Ben Bressler ’80. Spending seven days aboard a luxury yacht in the Eastern Pacific, traveling to eight different islands, crossing the equator I don’t know how many times, hiking around volcanic islands, snorkeling with sea lions – it was an amazing journey! Each day began with a wonderful breakfast on board the yacht, the Letty, and then a short dingy ride to an island, to which we had arrived overnight. Since each island has its own unique microclimate and set of organisms, there was always an adventure awaiting.

A very knowledgeable guide led us in small groups of nine on a hike through the habitat of the island where we saw the various forms of endemic wildlife (unique to the Galapagos) such as land and marine iguanas, lava lizards, albatrosses, flightless cormorants, blue and red footed boobies, frigate birds and giant tortoises. We discussed issues of biology, evolution, geology and human population and how these things have effected and are continuing to effect the biodiversity on these islands which are acting as living laboratories. The water around these islands is in the 65- to 70-degree range during the dry season due to the Humbolt current, so after a few hours on the island we would go back to the Letty and change into our wetsuits to snorkel.

The volcanic nature of these islands has created, in many cases, sheer drop offs into the water right at the edge of the island, so you can snorkel up next to the island wall and experience tropical fish, reef sharks, sea turtles, sea lions, marine iguanas and even penguins, all swimming within your sight. Pretty cool! During a delicious and plentiful lunch and often a siesta, we arrived at yet another unique location that allowed us to hike among and snorkel with the amazing endemic flora and fauna.

The evenings were filled with a briefing on the day and a glimpse of the next day’s adventures; conversation with the other passengers during dinner; and perhaps a glass of wine at the captain’s table. Later in the evening I would often wander to the top deck (dressed in my warmest clothes), chat with my fellow passengers, and watch the Milky Way and the nighttime sky unfold amidst the darkness of the unpopulated Pacific.

Living History: A Mini-Sabbatical to Greece and Turkey

1: Amy and Paul Schottland ’70 about to board their ship in Chicheveccia, Italy. They sailed for 12 days throughout the Mediterranean Sea, up into the Aegean Sea, through the Dardanelles and up the Sea of Marmara into Istanbul.

2: The magnificent Greek Orthodox Church in Oia, Santorini, Greece. Oia is probably the most picturesque spot on the idyllic volcanic island of Santorini. We were dazzled by the clarity of the sky which glistened off the breathtaking colors of the dome all set against the richest blues of the ocean.

3: Istanbul’s Haghia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. We were totally mesmerized by the grandeur of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman history. These two wonders are testaments to early Christian and Islamic architectural achievements.

4: Library in the Roman city of Ephesus, Turkey. The ancient city of Ephesus was first dedicated tothe Greek goddess Artemis, and later became a bustling religious and trading center during the Roman period. The highlight of our tripwas seeing this monumental edifice. We were able to walk inside and see the marble niches where more than 12,000 scrolls were kept safe from the sweltering heat.

5: Porch of the Maidens, Caryatids, Acropolis, Athens. Of all the legendary structures on the Acropolis, I have always been in awe of these maidens who have long held up the roof of this porch dedicated to the goddess Athena. Their robes mimic the grooves of the Doric columns, and their regal heads become the capitals themselves. It was a thrill to actually greet them in person.

Return to the UK !

Twenty-seven sophomore and junior students visited England, Wales and Ireland for eight hectic days in June, accompanied by faculty members Neil Stourton, Ted Gilbreath and Brenda Hamm. Although the trip indubitably brought their English and humanities studies to vivid (except on the rainy days) life, equally memorable were the often unrecognizable food, insane tour director, stormy swimming opportunities, castle storming and car crushing! We hope to go again in 2009!

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Fontainebleau C’est Fantastique!

In the winter of 1977, I spent a month living with a French family, two blocks from the English Channel. Every morning, my French sister Christine opened (out, not up!) our bedroom window to let in the fresh air of a new day and its discoveries, b e they learning “le lendemain” from comic books or eating boudin for the first (and last) time.

Three decades later, I am on a plane headed for France, this time accompanied by seven young students and Debbie Ronan, part-time French teacher and co-chaperone. We embarked upon what we hoped would be a trip that would not only allow our students to practice their French and see some sights, but also give them the opportunity to step outside their comfort zone.

Global education has b een a key element of Newark Academy curriculum discussions for several years now, and the current strategic plan reflects new global initiatives. Creating signature experiences that involve international travel and relationships with international schools and their students is a component of the strategic plan and was the jumping off point for our Fontainebleau adventure.

Many Newark Academy students and families are already seasoned globetrotters. In fact, in the space of 20 minutes on a Friday night in Montmartre, our group ran into the Colizza family while buying postcards, and collided with recent graduates Gillian Javetski ’07 and Deb Anderson ’07 in the metro!

For all of our travel in Paris, we used public transportation, with each student taking a turn as ticket-buyer, and everyone working together to determine the b est route. We felt that experiences such as these were excellent opportunities for using French, as well as learning a few lessons in self-sufficiency. We observed a distinct increase in the entire group’s confidence by the end of the trip, even with a relatively short immersion experience.

Upon arriving at our first sight-seeing destination in Paris, we quickly learned that some experiences require making lemons out of lemonade. We were at first encouraged by the short line waiting to climb up into the bell tower at Notre Dame. But as we waited, the sky darkened and the rain began to fall. Those of us who were prepared donned our rain gear, while the others quickly learned how to bargain with street vendors for umbrellas! As we continued to wait, we were astonished by the sight above us – the elaborate gargoyles at the top of the cathedral were spewing rain on us, serving their orig inal purpose as rain gutters. To other tourists it may have looked as though we were in the wrong place at the wrong time, but from our perspective as explorers, it was the b est place for a learning experience unique to Paris.

Next, we headed to Fontainebleau, located about 35 miles southeast of Paris. This town of 37,000 is best known for the chateau and forest domains that surround it. It is horse country, on the chic side, with a large English population. At the train station, we met our host families and each of us went off in a different direction. I am not sure who was more nervous: the chaperones or the students! Within 24 hours, we had the answer: every student had slipped right into life in a new, French-speaking family. By Monday morning, everyone was ready for a “debriefing” session to compare notes. Debbie and I let out a sigh of relief – this trip was really working!

9 TRA VELERS, 9 LESSONS

Initially conceived as a capstone experience for eighth grade students of French, logistics and interest intervened to create a beta group of one eighth grader, four seventh graders and two freshmen.

“When in doubt, stop for a snack.” – Mme Lysinger

“Three boys, four girls, two chaperones … okay, we’re good ” (Repeat multiple times daily!) – Mme Ronan

“Hedges are not hurdles.” – Ben Olesky

”Be polite, s’il vous plaît! Merci!” – Peter Ingato

”French C vocabulary is really useful.” – Sarah McGrath

”Even if you’re sure you can’t say it en francais, try anyway!” – Emma Beecher

”For a relaxing, after-school vacation, I went… to school!” – Tara Dosumnu

“Don’t fall asleep in public transportation.” – Matt Profaci

”Family is central to French life.” – Camille Rosen

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

JOE BORLO’S INCREDIBLE JOURNEY

I was amazed and moved to learn how much and for how long Joe Borlo affected the lives of his students. Shortly after reading the tributes to him, I came upon an article in the current issue of “The American Scholar,” which contemplates the nature of the relationship between teachers and students. There William Deresiewicz, a professor at Yale, writes:

Teaching, Yeats said, is lighting a fire, not filling a bucket, and this is how it gets lit. The [teacher] becomes the student’s muse, the figure to whom the labors of the semester – the studying, the speaking in class, the writing – are consecrated. So [students] seek out [teachers] with whom to have relationships, and [teachers] seek them out in turn. Teaching, finally, is about relationships. It is mentorship, not instruction. Socrates... says that the bond between teacher and student lasts a lifetime, even when the two are no longer together. And so it is... [t]he feelings we have for the teachers or students who have meant the most to us, like those we have for long-lost friends, never go away.

Joe Borlo has been lighting fires for over four decades. As we see from the exuberant tributes submitted by his former students, our bond with him will last a lifetime, and our feelings for him will never go away

DAVID CRANE ’72 NEW DELHI, INDIA

We encourage you to send your letters and tell us what you think about what you’ve read in prior issues of “Outreach.” Forward your thoughts to outreach@newarka.edu or drop a note in the mail. We look forward to hearing from you!

CATHERINE LYNHAM’S INFLUENCE LIVES ON

The thing that struck me about the last edition of Outreach was the picture of Mrs. Lynham and students on page 49. John Lowenstein was in my class, a brilliant boy and good friend, and Curt Cetrulo was, as I recall, one year behind us.

Mrs. Lynham has been my fondest memory of NA. I attribute my educational and professional success to her, and to Mr. Nelke, Mr. Huddle, Mr. Stallings, Mr. Warbasse and several others among my fine teachers at NA. I’m forever indebted to her and to them. I’ve spoken so often to my wife, Cheryl, about Mrs. Lynham; I’m sure Cheryl thinks that Mrs. Lynham is some mythical personage, a fabrication of my overly-vivid imagination. I’m quite moved, at this moment, looking at Mrs. Lynham’s picture, hearing her voice in my mind, and remembering her so clearly, more than a half century after I last sat in her class listening intently and learning not only math and English, but honor, respect and those values that she instilled in us that became the foundation of my personal beliefs and that guided my life decisions and actions.

Well, enough of an old man’s sentimentality.

EARL

GREENWALD ’58 STATESVILLE, NC

Endowment Campaign’s Success!

Pleasantdale Chateau September 10, 2007

Mark ’74 and Ruth Melillo, William Green ’69

Will Green ’69, Gina Mandelbaum ’75, Ken Mandelbaum

Jeffrey Silverman ’82 and Donald Austin

Pat Budziak

Brent Bergin and Pamela Huttenberg

Anne Essner Rick ’77 and Jane Redmond

John and Maureen Vergano, Fred McGaughan

Laura and Robert Corman

Jeffrey Silverman ’82 and Jon Olesky ’74

Anthony Coccia, Scott Maranaccio, Wendy Silverstein Drobner

Nancy McGaughan and Amanda Cali

Suzy and Ken Press

Barry and Ilene Silverman with Mike and Larissa Gruber

Ken Somberg, Van Stevens ’65, Carrie Somberg

David Hardin ’73, Kathleen Cronheim, Laura Hardin

Highlawn Pavilion October 4, 2007

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FFirst, and of least significance, what was I doing there on stage? (My one piano teacher quit out of frustration in 1948 at which point my mother acquiesced in the termination of my musical career.) I was there on stage as photographer.

Knowing that NJPAC prohibits any photographs of a performance, I had smuggled a camera into the hall because, as dedicated archivist, I had to record this glorious moment of our school’s history. Standing in the theater foyer, I was approached by an NJPAC official. Thinking bad thoughts about who could have tipped them off about my camera and prepared to be hustled off to Newark Police Headquarters, I was stunned to be told, “I’m so glad you have a camera, because we neglected to arrange for a photograph. Follow me; you can photograph the Newark Academy orchestra rehearsing on stage.” (!!!) I was escorted through the bowels of the concert hall, admitted through two sets of locked doors, and there I was on-stage with my camera as the Academy orchestra rehearsed.

The Newark Academy orchestra was joined by six members of the New Jersey Symphony who had been working with Academy students in a musical mentors program of the education department of the New Jersey Symphony. Also joining the orchestra were five Newark Academy graduates: Allison Bumke, Jonathan Lenz, and Tracy Jacobson, all from the class of 2006, Kristen Mulgrew ’05, and Kathleen Derbyshire ’93, violin teacher to many area students. The Academy orchestra played as a prelude to the concert of the New Jersey Symphony. This honor was achieved in a competition upon submission of an application and the judging of a tape recording.

None of this would be conceivable without the skilled and dedicated role of Amy Emelianoff. Amy took over a fledgling instrumental program in 1989. Just a few years earlier the program had been started by Joanne Lansack (Behr) who initially had no music or instruments or room. George King significantly developed the program further, but the success of today, reaching the concert hall of NJPAC, is attributable to Amy.

We can report here that in Amy’s first year, budget constraints permitted only a part-time salary; but those who know Amy can testify that she is always a full-time-plus, committed teacher.

So, there we were.

A short, uncalled for, foray into money matters: One of the distinct, wonderful sounds of the evening were the rich, powerful tones of the timpani of the New Jersey Symphony. A timpani for Newark Academy would cost $12,000. And, then, on a larger scale, the concert hall. Even as a non-musician, I could thrill to the acoustics of the symphony hall and wish for the day that the Newark Academy auditorium could be rebuilt to be commensurate to the quality of the current NA arts programs.

After the performance of the Newark Academy orchestra, including the original compositions of Michael Boyman, Loose Rondo for Viola and Orchestra, the reviews by all were raves. People with no association with Newark Academy expressed awe that a student orchestra could perform so magnificently. One woman was surprised to learn that NA is not a performing arts school! Amy herself says that “sometimes music happens which transcends the written notes.” This was truly a transcendent moment.

Alumni News & Events

From the President of the Alumni Board of Governors

As we began the 2007-08 academic year, the alumni board of governors welcomed Donald M. Austin, our new head of school, to the Newark Academy family. At Convocation, the board of governors committed itself to helping Don learn our history and culture. During the coming year, we will work to connect him to the more than 5,000 Academy alumni – from our oldest in the Class of 1927 to the most recent graduates in the Class of 2007.

At Reunion/Homecoming, the board of governors celebrated the achievements of Madeline Vasquez ’77 with the Alumni Achievement Award, Jeffrey Silverman ’82 with the Fulton MacArthur Award, Pat Ciccone ’62 with the Athletic Hall of Fame Award, and Joe Borlo with the Distinguished Faculty Award. All four individuals, once again, represent the best that Newark Academy has to offer.

Last June, the board welcomed its newest members – John Bess ’69, Noah Franzblau ’86, John Gregory ’99, Mark Menza ’71, Lara Samet ’01 and Kim Griffinger Wachtel ’85. These alums bring new energy and perspective to the work of the board and will help the governors in their efforts to create a more dynamic and vibrant alumni community.

The board of governors thanks everyone who helped make last year’s Minuteman Golf Invitational a great success. Proceeds from the Invitational have been designated to the faculty fund in the Academy’s endowment. This fund is used to assist faculty study for masters’ and doctorate degrees, engage in continuing education programs and pursue experiential lear ning opportunities through sabbaticals. We are proud to announce that, since 2004, more than $150,000 has been raised for the faculty fund. Your continued support is essential as the board of governors works toward its goal of $500,000 by 2012. Plan to join us at the 2008 Golf Invitational to support the Academy’s faculty.

In the coming year, we hope to see you at various alumni events in the greater New York area and at other events across the country to renew friendships, to bring you news of the accomplishments of students and staff, and to provide information about the focus and direction of the Academy.

Leo M. Gordon ’69

Above photo: Leo Gordon ’69, Andy Mulvihill ’81, Jed Rosenthal ’93, Scott Newman ’73, John Bess ’69, Art Williams ’81, John Gregory ’99, Kim Hirsh ’80, Mark Menza ’71, Lara Samet ’01, Lance Aronson ’74, Noah Franblau ’86, Sam Gaidemak ’85 (not pictured: Amanda Rubinstein Black ’97, Ian Josloff ’90, Van Stevens ’65, Kim Griffinger Wachtel ’85)

BOARD OF GOVERNORS APPRECIATION DINNER

MAY 3, 2007

The annual Alumni Board of Governors Appreciation Dinner was held last May to thank retiring members of the board of governors for their dedicated effort and contributions: Jane Florin Langendorff ’80, Leslie Abney Ford ’74 and Nita Dang Khurana ’90. Five new members were welcomed to the board: John Bess ’69, Noah Franzblau ’86, John Gregory ’99, Mark Menza ’71 and Lara Samet ’01.

One of the evening’s highlights included a special presentation to former Head of School Penney Riegelman. In honor of Penney’s 10 years of dedicated service to the Academy, 10 specimen trees were planted to form a shady grove by the soccer fields.

ALMA MATER LUNCH

April 25, 2007

Alumni from the Classes of 1938–1957 enjoyed lunch and a performance of the Lyric and Vigoroso Singers while they reminisced and told stories of their glory days. It was a beautiful spring day filled with laughter, good spirits and fond feelings for the Academy.

1: Jim Walsh ’38, Rusty Husted ’38 and Richard Craw ’38

2: Bob Cronheim ’46 and Bob Lenz ’47

3: Mickey Gilman ’47 and Roger Brodkin ’50

4: Leo Gordon ’69 and Bill Hardin ’44

5: Gus Baker ’32 and Dick Beltram ’41

6: Austin Hoffman ’46, Alan Moscowitz ’46, George Kondak ’54

BUY THE DVD!

The tribute to “Coach” was captured on DVD — complete with a montage, “roast-style” speeches and interview comments from special friends. You will receive this memorable DVD when you make a gift of $100 or more. All proceeds benefit the Robert J. Hendrickson Scholarship Fund. Contact Jennifer Maffeiin the advancement office for more information, jmaffei@newarka.edu, or call 973.992.7000, ext. 362.

ROAST THE COACH!

April 28, 2007

More than 100 alums returned to campus to honor their beloved coach and friend, Robert Hendrickson. The evening was a tribute not only to Bob’s service to the Academy, but to the indelible mark he left on the lives of his players and students. The event also raised funds to support the Robert J. Hendrickson Scholarship Fund which will enable deserving students to attend Newark Academy. Bob was toasted and roasted by, among others, Larry Cetrulo ’67 and Pat Ciccone ’62. Many more contributed to a commemorative videotape. Thanks to the hard work of Van Stevens ’65 and Scott Russell ’65, all those who attended had a wonderful and warm time remembering their days at NA and their inspirational coach.

1: Bruce Goddin, John Limmer, Lee Abbey, Lisa Melillo ’75, Mark Melillo ’74

2: Tom Hennigan ’77, Bob Hendrickson, Dillard Kirby ’77

3: Van Stevens ’65

4: Whitney Russell ’62, Ralph Rosamilia ’62, Lanny Davis ’63, Scott Russell ’65

5: Bud D’Avella ’62, Pat Ciccone ’62, Bob Hendrickson

POINTS OF VIEW Alumni Ar t Exhibit

THE McGRAW GALLERY

October 2007

ALUMNI ARTISTS ADDRESS STUDENTS, EXHIBIT WORK AND RECONNECT WITH FACULTY AND STAFF

The Minuteman Golf Invitational

WILD TURKEY GOLF CLUB HARDYSTON, NJ

May 23, 2007

More than 140 golfers participated in a beautiful day of spirited golf competition, followed by prizes, raffles and a silent auction at the cocktail reception. The event, which has become increasingly popular over the years, raised more than $50,000 in net proceeds to benefit the Alumni Fund for Faculty.

Sources of inspiration, technique and memories of Newark Academy were topics of discussion during the morning IB Studio Art gallery talk, as well as at the afternoon reception and faculty tea held in conjunction with the opening of the McGraw Gallery art exhibit, “Points of View,” on Friday, October 5. The title of this exhibit, “Points of View,” reflects the very personal and diverse approaches to making art as evidenced in the works of 12 Newark Academy alumni ranging from the classes of 1956-2006. These accomplished artists work in a variety of media including painting, photography, glass, film and printmaking. Each work of art gives the viewer insight into the artist’s vision, technique and life experience.

Gallery Director Elaine Brodie said, “It is wonderful for the current Newark Academy community to see that making art is a lifelong passion. We are very proud of these talented artists who are sharing their work with their alma mater.” Nancy McGaughan, director of alumni relations, added, “It was wonderful to see the sharing of different points of view from different eras at Newark Academy. Both artists and students gained new perspectives from their interactions.”

THE ALUMNI ARTISTS

Arthur Block ’56, Matt Brodie ’06, Wendy Prather Burwell ’80, Leslie Abney Ford ’74, Jamie Harris ’93, Anne Herbst ’78, Julia Kaye ’03, Rachel Klinghoffer ’01, Tim Merrick ’83, Lisa Shah Sen ’98, Stephen Slutzker ’56 and Dennis Vasquez ’92.

Alumni Awards Lunch

The alumni board of governors celebrated its shining stars at the annual awards lunch at Homecoming and Reunion. This event recognizes distinguished alumni and faculty.

VISIT THE ALUMNI SECTION OF THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE2007 HONOREES!

Madeline Vazquez ’77 Alumni Achievement Award

Jeffrey J. Silverman ’82 Fulton MacArthur Award

Patrick E. Ciccone ’62 Athletic Achievement Award

Joseph Borlo Distinguished Faculty Award

Don Austin, Bob Lentz ’47, Joan BennettKent ’72 and Shirley LeonhardtMargaret Kim ’87 with her daughter

Noah Franzblau ’86 and Jason Bernstein with their sons

Wayne Kent ’85, Jeffrey Silverman ’82 and Andy Mulvihill ’81

Terri and Jim Garofalo ’77

Leo Gordon ’69 and Van Stevens ’65Ralph Rosamillia ’62 and Mickey Yeager ’62

NA students greet alumni returning to campus

OCTOBER 14, 2007

Newark Academy welcomed its alumni back to campus for an evening of fine food, fond memories and fun.

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Class of 1962

Craig Perrelli ’97 shows off his NA pride with fellow classmates

Class of 1987

Dina Rankin Palmisano ’87 and Felicia Newman Asch ’87

Norm Schafler and Milo Schaeffer ’77

Class of 1977

Class of 1972

Wayne Yamamoto, Margaret Kim ’87, Michael Rockoff ’87, Chi Rockoff

Members from the Class of 2002 exhibit“Minuteman Pride”

Anne LeBuhn MacCowatt ’77, David McGraw ’77, Tom MacCowatt

Michael Fixler ’92, Deepti Hajela ’92, Matt Gabin ’92

Stuart Fischer ’67 with his daughter, Lisa ’10

Ashley Inserra ’02 and Alex Senchak ’02

Dillard ’77 and Adrienne Kirby, Adrienne and Stan Doobin ’77

Class of 1997

Joe Ball, Deepti Hajela ’92, Brian Martin, Michael Fixler ’92

Don Austin, Von Rollenhagen, Kiki Austin

Class of 1982

Class of 1967

Class of 2002

Dorothy and Joe Scarlett ’62

Howard Wachenfeld ’47, Marvin Rothman ’47, Bob Lentz ’47

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Rewards

BY AMYSHERMAN ’06

Teaching

Perspectives from a Summer Session Intern of

As I walked into Newark Academy on my first day as an intern, the halls were swarmed with more students than I had ever seen. Not only was I shocked to see the building overflowing with so many children, but in the past, I had entered those doors with my homework in hand as a student…

II was now about to have my eyes opened to a completely new and exciting perspective of the classroom – the perspective of the teacher. My schedule as an intern was made up of four classes a day, consisting of 5th and 6th grade students. I had been assigned to assist a science teacher for two periods, a math teacher for one period and an English teacher for one period. I had a unique and wonderful experience with each teacher and class to which I wasassigned.

In science, I lear ned how important it is for children to be engaged in hands-on activities. Nearly every day the teacher, Mrs. Bier, had a new experiment for the students to do. On one of the first days a student said, “I have never had a science class like this before!” I was able to be part of this great learning experience for the children by preparing and presenting several of my own lessons, such as a chromatography experiment. Even when I did not lead the class, I felt free to chime in to the teacher’s lesson, as well as walk around and help the students.

heads when they realized that chromatography was the means to solving this real life situation. I learned how valuable it is to connect seemingly useless lessons with practical applications.

Math class also opened up a whole other perspective of teaching to me. I was exposed to the struggle that many teachers face when students are at different levels of academic ability. Through observation and experience, I learned many methods on how to manage a classroom where there is a wide spectrum of academic ability. For example, it is useful to have extra individual work or games ready at all times to give to students who are more advanced, while spending individual time with others who are struggling.

One of the highlights of my experience teaching at NA was when Mrs. Bier and I placed a surreptitious ransom note in a student’s desk to challenge the class to use problem solving skills to discover who wrote the mysterious note. Although the original plan was to ask the students to clean out their desks (and hence guide them to discover the note), one of the students beat us to the task and found the note before we had planned. Enthusiastic and confused by the note, the classroom suddenly transformed into a crime scene with fifteen little detectives. It was amazing to see the light bulbs go on in the students’

I was given a third, completely different perspective of the life of a teacher in English. As an intern in this class, I learned the importance of modeling an example for the students. I also learned how hard it is to motivate students to think and be creative, but observed ways to break through their resistance. Lastly, I learned that I am a horrible speller. (NOTE: Always have a Webster’s Dictionary on hand!)

I could not have asked for a more rewarding summer experience. I feel as though I have learned so much about teaching and I am excited to continue the journey. Although teaching definitely comes with str uggles at times, there are no words to describe the satisfaction I felt while watching the students succeed.

FOR ALUMNI ONLY …

Launching the Alumni Networking/Mentoring Page on the Newark Academy Website in January 2008

The mentoring page is designed to help young alumni connect with, and benefit from, the wisdom of Newark Academy graduates who have gone before them. On this page, alumni who register as “mentees” will have the opportunity to contact alumni mentors in various fields who have graciously volunteered to guide and advise them as they begin their career paths.

We are seeking experienced alumni to serve as mentors in the following fields: Advertising/BusinessGovernmentMedia Public Relations Education Hotel/Restaurant Medicine/Dentistry ArchitectureEntertainmentInsuranceNon-Profit/NGO Arts FashionLaw Real Estate/Development Banking Finance/Investment MarketingTechnology

Volunteering as a mentor offers the opportunity to give back to Newark Academy while investing in the future. It is a wonderful way to connect with young NA alumni and to become part of our new and dynamic alumni community. For young alumni, NA mentors provide an invaluable and trusted resource in an ever-competitive world.

Please call Nancy McGaughan at 973.992.7000, ext. 367 or e-mail nmcgaughan@newarka.edu to add your name and expertise to our new mentoring page.

WWW.NEWARKA.EDU

Alumni Lacrosse

June 2, 2007

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Newark Academy held its first Alumni Men’s Lacrosse Game this year, with more than 40 alums from the Classes of 1988–2006in attendance. On a sweltering June morning, they played against the Newark Academy Varsity Lacrosse team. The alumni team, coached by Von Rollenhagen, had a great time playing together once again while reliving their glory days on the NA lacrosse field. The game was spirited, even with the NA Varsity finally winning in the end. All players, coaches and fans enjoyed lunch after the game, and everyone agreed that the Alumni Lacrosse game is a tradition destined to continue.

Parents of alumni: If this publication is addressed to your child and he or she no longer maintains a permanent residence at your home, please notify the alumni office, 973.992.7000, or send an e-mail to nmcgaughan@newarka.edu.

Phone: 973.992.7000

Fax: 973.992.8962

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E-mail: outreach@newarka.edu

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