SUMMER 2016
MAGAZINE
Celebrating 150 years of Each Girl's Success!
Oldfields School is committed to the intellectual and moral development of young women. In a culture of kindness and mutual respect, we encourage each student to make the most of her academic and personal potential. We seek to guide each student to grow in character, confidence, and knowledge by encouraging her to embrace the values of personal honesty, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility. Fortezza, Umilitade, e Largo Core - Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart - are the core values and beliefs that define our school culture. Oldfields School admits students of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.
CELEBRATE! BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2016-2017 Hilary G. Swain '72, Chair R. Augustus Edwards P'95, '98, Vice-Chair Heidi A. duPont '95, Secretary Zachary Carlile P’17, Treasurer
Oldfields Magazine is a controlled circulation publication. Circulation questions and address changes should be sent to Communications@OldfieldsSchool.org or Attn. Communications, 1500 Glencoe Road, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152-9321. Printed on recycled paper.
TO CELEBRATE GRADUATION WEEK WITH US!
IN TH IS IS S UE
Margaret Babbitt ’04
UP FRONT
David C. Carroll P’13
A Letter from Dr. Parnell Hagerman 2
Charles Driscoll, Jr. P’16 Adelaide Goldfrank ’96 Lulu Laubenstein Good '72 Alumnae Association President Sheila W. Harrell '90 Parnell P. Hagerman Head of School, ex officio Debbie L. Hill ’71 Charelle D. James ’88 Carlisle V. Mayer ’78 P’14 Scott Menzies P’03 Nancy S. Palmer P’12
©2016 by Oldfields School. Oldfields Magazine is published twice a year by Oldfields School. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Views expressed herein are those of the author exclusively. Oldfields is a private, nonprofit, educational corporation. Oldfields is an organization described in section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and all contributions to Oldfields are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Correspondence for Oldfields School should be addressed to: Oldfields School, 1500 Glencoe Road, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152-9321.
THANK YOU TO ALL "YOUNG ALUMNAE" WHO CAME BACK
Susan S. Repko '72 Capital Campaign Cabinet Chair Hawley Rogers P'82 GP'12, '17 Head of School Emeritus Valerie Sill P ’16 Gay R. Smith ’68 Ramsay Whitworth P’19
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE STAFF Alicia Bowers P'17, Editor Suzanne Glover, Creative Director Photography: Brian Vinyard, Alicia Bowers P’17, William Gray Contributors: Parnell Hagerman, Anne Ragland Finney P’97, Alicia Bowers P’17, Joan Carter Jermakian ’81 P’15, Lindsey Tonks, Ryan Kirk
Class of 2016
3
Signature Programs
4
Graduation Awards
7
Oldfields' Olympian
14
Spirit Campaign Update
16
The Largo Core Society
17
ALUMNAE Alumnae Weekend 2016
20
Class Notes
24
Turning Points
37
Jim Beck Remembered
38
Oldfields School is committed to the intellectual and moral development of young women. In a culture of kindness and mutual respect, we encourage each student to make the most of her academic and personal potential. We seek to guide each student to grow in character, confidence, and knowledge by encouraging her to embrace the values of personal honesty, intellectual curiosity, and social responsibility. Fortezza, Umilitade, e Largo Core - Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart - are the core values and beliefs that define our school culture. Oldfields School admits students of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.
CELEBRATE! BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2016-2017 Hilary G. Swain '72, Chair R. Augustus Edwards P'95, '98, Vice-Chair Heidi A. duPont '95, Secretary Zachary Carlile P’17, Treasurer
Oldfields Magazine is a controlled circulation publication. Circulation questions and address changes should be sent to Communications@OldfieldsSchool.org or Attn. Communications, 1500 Glencoe Road, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152-9321. Printed on recycled paper.
TO CELEBRATE GRADUATION WEEK WITH US!
IN TH IS IS S UE
Margaret Babbitt ’04
UP FRONT
David C. Carroll P’13
A Letter from Dr. Parnell Hagerman 2
Charles Driscoll, Jr. P’16 Adelaide Goldfrank ’96 Lulu Laubenstein Good '72 Alumnae Association President Sheila W. Harrell '90 Parnell P. Hagerman Head of School, ex officio Debbie L. Hill ’71 Charelle D. James ’88 Carlisle V. Mayer ’78 P’14 Scott Menzies P’03 Nancy S. Palmer P’12
©2016 by Oldfields School. Oldfields Magazine is published twice a year by Oldfields School. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Views expressed herein are those of the author exclusively. Oldfields is a private, nonprofit, educational corporation. Oldfields is an organization described in section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and all contributions to Oldfields are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Correspondence for Oldfields School should be addressed to: Oldfields School, 1500 Glencoe Road, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152-9321.
THANK YOU TO ALL "YOUNG ALUMNAE" WHO CAME BACK
Susan S. Repko '72 Capital Campaign Cabinet Chair Hawley Rogers P'82 GP'12, '17 Head of School Emeritus Valerie Sill P ’16 Gay R. Smith ’68 Ramsay Whitworth P’19
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE STAFF Alicia Bowers P'17, Editor Suzanne Glover, Creative Director Photography: Brian Vinyard, Alicia Bowers P’17, William Gray Contributors: Parnell Hagerman, Anne Ragland Finney P’97, Alicia Bowers P’17, Joan Carter Jermakian ’81 P’15, Lindsey Tonks, Ryan Kirk
Class of 2016
3
Signature Programs
4
Graduation Awards
7
Oldfields' Olympian
14
Spirit Campaign Update
16
The Largo Core Society
17
ALUMNAE Alumnae Weekend 2016
20
Class Notes
24
Turning Points
37
Jim Beck Remembered
38
HELLO FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL DR. PARNELL P. HAGERMAN Oldfields does indeed have much to celebrate as the School completes an incredibly successful school year and moves into a year-long celebration of our 150th Anniversary. I am in awe of all that this School has accomplished in the past year and throughout its 150 years of existence! This year in particular, I was struck by the ever-increasing energy of the students in their classes and activities, by the dedication the faculty demonstrates on a daily basis, and by the progress that we have made in the physical aspects of the campus. For the third consecutive year, enrollment has been at or very near capacity. Giving back to the School by parents, alumnae, and friends is rising steadily, but we need to continue to grow in all areas if we are to remain relevant in the increasingly competitive world of girls' boarding schools. Our mission has remained constant since the 1860s - to focus on each student's success so that each girl reaches her highest potential in and out of the classroom. Oldfields broke new ground when it became one of the first schools in the country to teach science to girls and to recognize the benefit of athletics for young women. We continue in that same forward-thinking tradition as we move into our 150th year. Our pursuit of excellence in our academic program has been strengthened by the following initiatives: • Twenty-one new, and predominantly honors, courses have been added to our curricular offerings. • The leadership team participated in an informative conference on Empathy, Intimacy, Technology and Social Media at St. Paul's School in Concord, NH, where we learned how to help our girls navigate their increasingly complex adolescent years. • New student-led clubs such as the STEM Club, the Chess Club, the Asian Culture Club, and the Powered by Speech Club enhanced the academic program. • An English Language Learning Program has been added to support the needs of our international students, who comprise 18% of our student body. • The Academic Strategies Program, a new signature program enhancing our trademark learning support program, will begin in fall of 2016 for students interested in a more comprehensive model of service. • A new educational technologist position was created to support the student and faculty use of the Brougher e-Learning Center, electronic gradebooks, 3-D printers, and interactive panels in the classroom. 2
Through the generous donations of alumnae and parents to the Spirit Campaign, we have accomplished the following campus enhancements:
• Constructed the new Garden House for faculty/staff housing • Built a new parking area at Old House for visitors and residential staff • Provided two new buses for student transportation • Installed a new roof on Old House and repaired its foundation. • Posted new directional signs around campus • Renovated Miss Nan's Library • Established the Brougher e-Learning Center • Installed a new gymnasium floor and remodeled the gym lobby • Purchased a new scoreboard for the gymnasium • Renovated the tennis courts
COLLEGE PLANS FOR THE CLASS OF 2016
Bo Ra Jung: Pennsylvania State University
Yeyetomiwa "Toni" Awofiranye: Pennsylvania State University
Cecelia Khorrami: Arizona State University
Alexandra "Lex" Baker: Albright College
Kimberley Kupres: High Point University
Julia Barry: Blinn College
Haoyang "Charlotte" Liu: Syracuse University
Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier: College of Charleston
Austin McCarthy: Furman University
Molly Campagne: University of Southern Maine
Sierra "Alexis" McCowan: University of Southern Mississippi
Rachel Cohn: College of Charleston
Savannah Ney: Wheaton College
Marissa Davies: Towson University
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht: Denison University
It is an exciting time to be a part of the Oldfields community. This is going to be a landmark year for Oldfields, and we are looking forward to all of you joining us in the year-long celebration of our sesquicentennial. Plans are in place for a glorious 150th Celebration on April 29th during Alumnae Weekend 2017, which will include the dedication of The Hawley and Wendy Rogers Wing in the renovated Jungle in Old House.
Natalie Donadio: Roanoke College
Stefanie Peart: The George Washington University
Katharine "Kate" Driscoll: Sewanee – The University of the South
Grace Pollak: Furman University
Alexis-Marie Eichelberger: Spelman College
Sukanya Pusey: Barnard College
Skyler Ferrone:Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Hanna Schwartz: High Point University
Henley Fletcher: Texas Christian University
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang: University of California, Berkeley
Samantha "Sam" Frazier: University of Maryland, College Park
Kathleen "Katie" Walsh: Eckerd College
Sarah Gast: University of Mississippi
Haitong "Heidi" Wang: The University of Arizona
Karla Geagan: Ithaca College
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang: Rutgers University, New Brunswick
As Oldfields' Board of Trustees and the Leadership Team look ahead and steer the School into its next successful 150 years, together, let's honor our past and embrace our future!
Laura Gilchrist: Long Island University Post
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang: Fordham University, Lincoln Center Campus/ Rose Hill Campus
Taylor Graboyes: Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College Yinghong "Coco" Guo: Santa Clara University Sydney "Syd" Hawley: University of Central Florida Mikaela Hensen: University of Massachusetts, Amherst Margaret "Ali" Hickman: Carleton College Maria Hicks: Westminster College Kaitlyn Holland: Louisiana State University
Sibei "Betty" Wang: Columbia College, Chicago Yiyun "Vivian" Wang: Rutgers University, New Brunswick Polina "Polly" Weber: Goucher College Sunxin "Sophie" Xia: Rutgers University, New Brunswick Ailin Xu: Washington State University Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin: Stony Brook University
Lauren Hudson: Saint Michael's College Alexis Jarjosa: Bellarmine University DR. PARNELL P. HAGERMAN, HEAD OF SCHOOL OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Diana Johannson: Eckerd College SUMMER 2016
Merit college scholarships awarded to the members of the Class of 2016 totaled $3 million. 3
HELLO FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL DR. PARNELL P. HAGERMAN Oldfields does indeed have much to celebrate as the School completes an incredibly successful school year and moves into a year-long celebration of our 150th Anniversary. I am in awe of all that this School has accomplished in the past year and throughout its 150 years of existence! This year in particular, I was struck by the ever-increasing energy of the students in their classes and activities, by the dedication the faculty demonstrates on a daily basis, and by the progress that we have made in the physical aspects of the campus. For the third consecutive year, enrollment has been at or very near capacity. Giving back to the School by parents, alumnae, and friends is rising steadily, but we need to continue to grow in all areas if we are to remain relevant in the increasingly competitive world of girls' boarding schools. Our mission has remained constant since the 1860s - to focus on each student's success so that each girl reaches her highest potential in and out of the classroom. Oldfields broke new ground when it became one of the first schools in the country to teach science to girls and to recognize the benefit of athletics for young women. We continue in that same forward-thinking tradition as we move into our 150th year. Our pursuit of excellence in our academic program has been strengthened by the following initiatives: • Twenty-one new, and predominantly honors, courses have been added to our curricular offerings. • The leadership team participated in an informative conference on Empathy, Intimacy, Technology and Social Media at St. Paul's School in Concord, NH, where we learned how to help our girls navigate their increasingly complex adolescent years. • New student-led clubs such as the STEM Club, the Chess Club, the Asian Culture Club, and the Powered by Speech Club enhanced the academic program. • An English Language Learning Program has been added to support the needs of our international students, who comprise 18% of our student body. • The Academic Strategies Program, a new signature program enhancing our trademark learning support program, will begin in fall of 2016 for students interested in a more comprehensive model of service. • A new educational technologist position was created to support the student and faculty use of the Brougher e-Learning Center, electronic gradebooks, 3-D printers, and interactive panels in the classroom. 2
Through the generous donations of alumnae and parents to the Spirit Campaign, we have accomplished the following campus enhancements:
• Constructed the new Garden House for faculty/staff housing • Built a new parking area at Old House for visitors and residential staff • Provided two new buses for student transportation • Installed a new roof on Old House and repaired its foundation. • Posted new directional signs around campus • Renovated Miss Nan's Library • Established the Brougher e-Learning Center • Installed a new gymnasium floor and remodeled the gym lobby • Purchased a new scoreboard for the gymnasium • Renovated the tennis courts
COLLEGE PLANS FOR THE CLASS OF 2016
Bo Ra Jung: Pennsylvania State University
Yeyetomiwa "Toni" Awofiranye: Pennsylvania State University
Cecelia Khorrami: Arizona State University
Alexandra "Lex" Baker: Albright College
Kimberley Kupres: High Point University
Julia Barry: Blinn College
Haoyang "Charlotte" Liu: Syracuse University
Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier: College of Charleston
Austin McCarthy: Furman University
Molly Campagne: University of Southern Maine
Sierra "Alexis" McCowan: University of Southern Mississippi
Rachel Cohn: College of Charleston
Savannah Ney: Wheaton College
Marissa Davies: Towson University
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht: Denison University
It is an exciting time to be a part of the Oldfields community. This is going to be a landmark year for Oldfields, and we are looking forward to all of you joining us in the year-long celebration of our sesquicentennial. Plans are in place for a glorious 150th Celebration on April 29th during Alumnae Weekend 2017, which will include the dedication of The Hawley and Wendy Rogers Wing in the renovated Jungle in Old House.
Natalie Donadio: Roanoke College
Stefanie Peart: The George Washington University
Katharine "Kate" Driscoll: Sewanee – The University of the South
Grace Pollak: Furman University
Alexis-Marie Eichelberger: Spelman College
Sukanya Pusey: Barnard College
Skyler Ferrone:Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Hanna Schwartz: High Point University
Henley Fletcher: Texas Christian University
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang: University of California, Berkeley
Samantha "Sam" Frazier: University of Maryland, College Park
Kathleen "Katie" Walsh: Eckerd College
Sarah Gast: University of Mississippi
Haitong "Heidi" Wang: The University of Arizona
Karla Geagan: Ithaca College
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang: Rutgers University, New Brunswick
As Oldfields' Board of Trustees and the Leadership Team look ahead and steer the School into its next successful 150 years, together, let's honor our past and embrace our future!
Laura Gilchrist: Long Island University Post
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang: Fordham University, Lincoln Center Campus/ Rose Hill Campus
Taylor Graboyes: Laboratory Institute of Merchandising College Yinghong "Coco" Guo: Santa Clara University Sydney "Syd" Hawley: University of Central Florida Mikaela Hensen: University of Massachusetts, Amherst Margaret "Ali" Hickman: Carleton College Maria Hicks: Westminster College Kaitlyn Holland: Louisiana State University
Sibei "Betty" Wang: Columbia College, Chicago Yiyun "Vivian" Wang: Rutgers University, New Brunswick Polina "Polly" Weber: Goucher College Sunxin "Sophie" Xia: Rutgers University, New Brunswick Ailin Xu: Washington State University Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin: Stony Brook University
Lauren Hudson: Saint Michael's College Alexis Jarjosa: Bellarmine University DR. PARNELL P. HAGERMAN, HEAD OF SCHOOL OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Diana Johannson: Eckerd College SUMMER 2016
Merit college scholarships awarded to the members of the Class of 2016 totaled $3 million. 3
OLD F I ELDS ' S I GN AT U RE P R OGR AMS By Alicia Bowers P'17, Director of Communications
NEW
OL DFI EL DS' SI GN ATURE PROGRAM S
&
TRIED AND TRUE
ACADEMIC STRATEGIES PROGRAM
MAY PROGRAM
Instruction Designed to Unlock Potential
Opportunity for Discovery
Just as the May Program is perfectly aligned with Oldfields' mission, so too is our newest signature program, the Academic Strategies Program. Beginning in the fall of 2016, students will have the opportunity to enroll for additional support. The program is specifically designed for students with identified challenges in organizational skills, time management, and study strategies. A student in this program may have a diagnosed learning difference such as ADHD or executive function disorder, or may simply want additional instruction to make general academic improvements. The Academic Strategies Program encourages each girl to be as successful as possible, regardless of her learning profile and is designed to fit seamlessly into her existing academic schedule.
Although May Program is considered one of the "newer" traditions at Oldfields, this year was the 55th anniversary of Oldfields' unique experiential learning program. May Program was officially inaugurated on a school-wide basis in 1971 and consisted of a combination of trips abroad for foreign language students, "Capsule Courses" for those remaining on campus, and Senior Projects much like the Independent Projects we have today.
Students enrolled in the Academic Strategies Program are academically mainstreamed and tackle the same coursework as students not enrolled in the program. One "block," or course period, in their schedule will be dedicated to meeting with a learning specialist in order to focus on academic strategies for a 40 minute class, one to three times a week, depending on the tier that she chooses. All three tiers guarantee structured, individualized sessions with the learning support staff as well as consistent communication of progress with the student's family.
May Program makes you see the world from a whole new perspective.
Today's on and off campus trips allow girls to explore places, cultures, and concepts that they might not otherwise encounter. They gain a new perspective on their relationship to the world and to each other. From that very first trip in 1971 to Paris, to this year's trip to Belize's barrier reef, the May Program experience continues to change our girls forever. Associate Head of School Ansley Smithwick brings 37 years of experience to the classroom.
Each one - on - one session will incorporate facets of the following five components: • Academic Coaching • Strategy Instruction • Content Area Support • Skill Remediation • Social and Emotional Development
Making friends with the invasive lion fish!
Director of Academic Support, Laura Weiss, oversees the Academic Strategies Program.
The vision of the Academic Strategies Program is not only to help students achieve academically, but also to grow into self-determined, young women who are confident in their skills and abilities.
The First May Program: Tea with the Duchess Board of Trustee Chair, Hilary G. Swain '72, was on the initial May Program trip to Paris. Hilary's grandmother was able to arrange a visit with the Duchess of Windsor, Wallis Simpson, arguably Oldfields' most infamous alumna! Hilary shared that she thinks her grandmother parlayed a minor injury (Hilary had a tiny accident involving getting hit by a bus) into a visit with the Duchess. Needless to say, the Oldfields girls were beyond delighted. Not all May Programs can deliver tea with the royal family, but it's safe to
*O ldfields Strategies Plan (OSP) is an individualized plan with robust information on a student's areas of strengths and needs with specific recommendations for support and accommodations.
4
say today's participants are still having life-changing experiences!
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
5
OLD F I ELDS ' S I GN AT U RE P R OGR AMS By Alicia Bowers P'17, Director of Communications
NEW
OL DFI EL DS' SI GN ATURE PROGRAM S
&
TRIED AND TRUE
ACADEMIC STRATEGIES PROGRAM
MAY PROGRAM
Instruction Designed to Unlock Potential
Opportunity for Discovery
Just as the May Program is perfectly aligned with Oldfields' mission, so too is our newest signature program, the Academic Strategies Program. Beginning in the fall of 2016, students will have the opportunity to enroll for additional support. The program is specifically designed for students with identified challenges in organizational skills, time management, and study strategies. A student in this program may have a diagnosed learning difference such as ADHD or executive function disorder, or may simply want additional instruction to make general academic improvements. The Academic Strategies Program encourages each girl to be as successful as possible, regardless of her learning profile and is designed to fit seamlessly into her existing academic schedule.
Although May Program is considered one of the "newer" traditions at Oldfields, this year was the 55th anniversary of Oldfields' unique experiential learning program. May Program was officially inaugurated on a school-wide basis in 1971 and consisted of a combination of trips abroad for foreign language students, "Capsule Courses" for those remaining on campus, and Senior Projects much like the Independent Projects we have today.
Students enrolled in the Academic Strategies Program are academically mainstreamed and tackle the same coursework as students not enrolled in the program. One "block," or course period, in their schedule will be dedicated to meeting with a learning specialist in order to focus on academic strategies for a 40 minute class, one to three times a week, depending on the tier that she chooses. All three tiers guarantee structured, individualized sessions with the learning support staff as well as consistent communication of progress with the student's family.
May Program makes you see the world from a whole new perspective.
Today's on and off campus trips allow girls to explore places, cultures, and concepts that they might not otherwise encounter. They gain a new perspective on their relationship to the world and to each other. From that very first trip in 1971 to Paris, to this year's trip to Belize's barrier reef, the May Program experience continues to change our girls forever. Associate Head of School Ansley Smithwick brings 37 years of experience to the classroom.
Each one - on - one session will incorporate facets of the following five components: • Academic Coaching • Strategy Instruction • Content Area Support • Skill Remediation • Social and Emotional Development
Making friends with the invasive lion fish!
Director of Academic Support, Laura Weiss, oversees the Academic Strategies Program.
The vision of the Academic Strategies Program is not only to help students achieve academically, but also to grow into self-determined, young women who are confident in their skills and abilities.
The First May Program: Tea with the Duchess Board of Trustee Chair, Hilary G. Swain '72, was on the initial May Program trip to Paris. Hilary's grandmother was able to arrange a visit with the Duchess of Windsor, Wallis Simpson, arguably Oldfields' most infamous alumna! Hilary shared that she thinks her grandmother parlayed a minor injury (Hilary had a tiny accident involving getting hit by a bus) into a visit with the Duchess. Needless to say, the Oldfields girls were beyond delighted. Not all May Programs can deliver tea with the royal family, but it's safe to
*O ldfields Strategies Plan (OSP) is an individualized plan with robust information on a student's areas of strengths and needs with specific recommendations for support and accommodations.
4
say today's participants are still having life-changing experiences!
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
5
OLDFIELDS ' S IGN AT U RE P RO GR AMS Elizabeth '17 studies infectious disease.
Laura '19 learns about flight.
GRADUAT ION AWARDS 2 0 1 5 - 2016
Bobsledding in Lake Placid!
The first awards ceremony at Oldfields was held by the Athletic Association in 1923 at the end of the school year. In time, when academic and all-school awards were added to this celebration, it became known as the Annual Awards Ceremony. On the night before graduation each year, the School community comes together to witness the presentation of the prestigious awards celebrating the many accomplishments of students, faculty, and the Green and White teams for the current year.
TEAM SPIRITS 2016-2017
Green Spirit: Joy Brown-Bryant '18 White Spirit: Azaria Ford '19
Academic Awards ENGLISH
Senior Award: Savannah Ney '16 Underclass Award: Megan Redding '17 Poetry Award: Kimberly Kupres '16 Prose Award: Mikaela Hensen '16 FINE ARTS
Green and White
Margaret Nevens Art Award: Polina "Polly" Weber '16
This award goes to the team winning the most points for intramural games, academics, discipline, attendance, spirit, community service, and the everpopular hunt for the Thing-A-Ma-Bob! WINNER OF THE GREEN AND WHITE CUP 2015-2016:
The White Team
Olivia '18 literally gets a new perspective at aerial yoga.
Visual Art Chair, Dori Reigner P'03, and Polly '16
Underclass Art Award: Celia Bowers '17 The Marjorie Martinet Art Award: Maria Hicks '16 WORLD LANGUAGES
The Whites win the cup!
Cruise on the Danube River in Budapest
Reward after a long hike in Belize!
Spanish Awards: Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 French Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Savannah Ney '16
TEAM CAPTAINS 2016-2017
Latin Award: Isabelle Shaw '17
Green Captain: Lily Farquharson '17
Mandarin I Award: Melanie Heller '18
White Captain: Kayla Lewis '17
O L D F I E L D S ' S I G N AT U R E P R O G R A M S
180 STUDENTS. 180 PATHS. Although May Program and the Academic Strategies Program go about it in different ways, both are intentionally designed to meet each girl where she is, spark an interest in learning, and enable her to reach her highest potential.
Melanie '18 and Mandarin teacher, Wenjie Jiang Green and White Team Captains pass the torch.
SUMMER 2016
6
SUMMER 2016
7
OLDFIELDS ' S IGN AT U RE P RO GR AMS Elizabeth '17 studies infectious disease.
Laura '19 learns about flight.
GRADUAT ION AWARDS 2 0 1 5 - 2016
Bobsledding in Lake Placid!
The first awards ceremony at Oldfields was held by the Athletic Association in 1923 at the end of the school year. In time, when academic and all-school awards were added to this celebration, it became known as the Annual Awards Ceremony. On the night before graduation each year, the School community comes together to witness the presentation of the prestigious awards celebrating the many accomplishments of students, faculty, and the Green and White teams for the current year.
TEAM SPIRITS 2016-2017
Green Spirit: Joy Brown-Bryant '18 White Spirit: Azaria Ford '19
Academic Awards ENGLISH
Senior Award: Savannah Ney '16 Underclass Award: Megan Redding '17 Poetry Award: Kimberly Kupres '16 Prose Award: Mikaela Hensen '16 FINE ARTS
Green and White
Margaret Nevens Art Award: Polina "Polly" Weber '16
This award goes to the team winning the most points for intramural games, academics, discipline, attendance, spirit, community service, and the everpopular hunt for the Thing-A-Ma-Bob! WINNER OF THE GREEN AND WHITE CUP 2015-2016:
The White Team
Olivia '18 literally gets a new perspective at aerial yoga.
Visual Art Chair, Dori Reigner P'03, and Polly '16
Underclass Art Award: Celia Bowers '17 The Marjorie Martinet Art Award: Maria Hicks '16 WORLD LANGUAGES
The Whites win the cup!
Cruise on the Danube River in Budapest
Reward after a long hike in Belize!
Spanish Awards: Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 French Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Savannah Ney '16
TEAM CAPTAINS 2016-2017
Latin Award: Isabelle Shaw '17
Green Captain: Lily Farquharson '17
Mandarin I Award: Melanie Heller '18
White Captain: Kayla Lewis '17
O L D F I E L D S ' S I G N AT U R E P R O G R A M S
180 STUDENTS. 180 PATHS. Although May Program and the Academic Strategies Program go about it in different ways, both are intentionally designed to meet each girl where she is, spark an interest in learning, and enable her to reach her highest potential.
Melanie '18 and Mandarin teacher, Wenjie Jiang Green and White Team Captains pass the torch.
SUMMER 2016
6
SUMMER 2016
7
AWAR DS MATHEMATICS
Calculus Honors Awards: Yinghong "Coco" Guo '16 and Lingqiao "Ling" Wang '16 Pre-Calculus Award: Marissa Davies '16
Physics Awards: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 and Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang '16 Biology Award: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
Seniors with a grade point average 93% or above for their entire career at Oldfields: Mikaela Hensen Sukanya Pusey
HISTORY
Margaret "Ali" Hickman
AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The senior(s) who graduate with the highest cumulative GPA in a challenging program: Savannah Ney '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang
Savannah Ney
Senior Award: Mikaela Hensen '16 Underclass Awards: Celia Bowers '17 and Annemiek Cuppen '17 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD
The student is selected for her excellence in the study of colonial and revolutionary American history: Elizabeth O'Brien '17 ACADEMIC HONORS
Underclass students who have received First Honors for all three terms this year: Charlotte "Charlie" Beaule '19 Katherine "Kat" Pelaez '18
Math teacher, Jude Zhu, and Marissa '16 PERFORMING ARTS
Theatre Award: Marissa Davies '16 Music Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Sophie Brisker '20
Megan Rivera '17
Jiayuan "Katie" Chen '17
Tess Selby '17
Malena Dornemann '19
Hannah Strube '19
Yueran "Candice" Hu '17
Sarah Towne '17
Rachel Hurn '19
Xuan "Amy" Wu '19
Elizabeth O'Brien '17
Junyi "Sophie" Xie '19
INDEPENDENT PROJECT HONORS
Xiner "Sylvie" Pan '19
Nuo Ya "Laura" Yang '19
Twenty students completed Independent Projects during May Program. Students who have received honors for their independent projects: Seniors: Juniors:
Class of 2016 students with a grade point average of 90% or above for their senior year: Julia Barry Sierra "Alexis" McCowan
Director of Performing Arts, Carrie Hammond - Roemer, beams as Ali '16 and Sam '16 sweep the Music and Dance Awards!
Dance Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16 SCIENCE
Chemistry Awards: Jiayuan "Katie" Chen '17 and Hee Ra Jung '18
Hannah '16, Associate Head of School Ansley Smithwick, and Savannah '16
Congratulations to these five exceptional scholars!
Alexandra "Lex" Baker
Jennifer "Jen" Meltzer
Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier
Elizabeth O'Brien
Samantha "Sam" Frazier
Tess Selby
Kimberly Kupres
Isabelle Shaw
Cecilia Calantoni
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht
Skyler Ferrone
Kathleen "Katie" Walsh
Henley Fletcher
Sibei "Betty" Wang
Samantha "Sam" Frazier
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang
Sydney "Syd" Hawley
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang
Lauren Hudson
Yiyun "Vivian" Wang
Kimberly Kupres
Polina "Polly" Weber
The student(s) with the second highest GPA for her senior year in a challenging program: Marissa Davies '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Haoyang "Charlotte" Liu
Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin
TAYLOR SMITH PRIZE FOR FIRST HONORS
Seniors with a grade point average of 93% or above for their senior year: Marissa Davies Margaret "Ali" Hickman Yinghong "Coco" Guo
Savannah Ney
Mikaela Hensen
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang SENIOR PRIZE FOR SECOND HONORS
THE STATE OF MARYLAND MERIT SCHOLASTIC AWARD
The student(s) who is a Maryland resident and demonstrates her excellence in scholastic achievement by earning a cumulative grade point average in the top 5% of her graduating class: Marissa Davies '16, Savannah Ney '16, and Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16
Faculty Awards NANCY I. O'CONNOR '75 EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING PRIZE
Given on the basis of a ballot solicited from alumnae classes two and five years after their graduation from Oldfields: Frederic Bielaszka-DuVernay MCCOLL TEACHING AWARD
Made possible by a generous endowment gift from Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McColl to recognize outstanding teaching: Renee Fisher 2016
Student with the highest senior GPA in a challenging program of study: Mikaela Hensen '16
Seniors with a grade point average 90% or above for their entire career at Oldfields: Cecelia Calantoni Sydney "Syd" Hawley Marissa Davies
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang
Henley Fletcher
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang
Samantah "Sam" Frazier
Polina "Polly" Weber Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin
Yinghong "Coco" Guo
Mr. Frederic Bielaszka-DuVernay
Renee Fisher wins the McColl teaching Award and the coveted Fabulous Faculty Award!
Former Head of School, Taylor Smith, with Mikaela '16
Hee Ra '18, science teacher, Justo Anguita, and Katie '18
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AWAR DS MATHEMATICS
Calculus Honors Awards: Yinghong "Coco" Guo '16 and Lingqiao "Ling" Wang '16 Pre-Calculus Award: Marissa Davies '16
Physics Awards: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 and Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang '16 Biology Award: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
Seniors with a grade point average 93% or above for their entire career at Oldfields: Mikaela Hensen Sukanya Pusey
HISTORY
Margaret "Ali" Hickman
AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The senior(s) who graduate with the highest cumulative GPA in a challenging program: Savannah Ney '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang
Savannah Ney
Senior Award: Mikaela Hensen '16 Underclass Awards: Celia Bowers '17 and Annemiek Cuppen '17 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD
The student is selected for her excellence in the study of colonial and revolutionary American history: Elizabeth O'Brien '17 ACADEMIC HONORS
Underclass students who have received First Honors for all three terms this year: Charlotte "Charlie" Beaule '19 Katherine "Kat" Pelaez '18
Math teacher, Jude Zhu, and Marissa '16 PERFORMING ARTS
Theatre Award: Marissa Davies '16 Music Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Sophie Brisker '20
Megan Rivera '17
Jiayuan "Katie" Chen '17
Tess Selby '17
Malena Dornemann '19
Hannah Strube '19
Yueran "Candice" Hu '17
Sarah Towne '17
Rachel Hurn '19
Xuan "Amy" Wu '19
Elizabeth O'Brien '17
Junyi "Sophie" Xie '19
INDEPENDENT PROJECT HONORS
Xiner "Sylvie" Pan '19
Nuo Ya "Laura" Yang '19
Twenty students completed Independent Projects during May Program. Students who have received honors for their independent projects: Seniors: Juniors:
Class of 2016 students with a grade point average of 90% or above for their senior year: Julia Barry Sierra "Alexis" McCowan
Director of Performing Arts, Carrie Hammond - Roemer, beams as Ali '16 and Sam '16 sweep the Music and Dance Awards!
Dance Awards: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16 SCIENCE
Chemistry Awards: Jiayuan "Katie" Chen '17 and Hee Ra Jung '18
Hannah '16, Associate Head of School Ansley Smithwick, and Savannah '16
Congratulations to these five exceptional scholars!
Alexandra "Lex" Baker
Jennifer "Jen" Meltzer
Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier
Elizabeth O'Brien
Samantha "Sam" Frazier
Tess Selby
Kimberly Kupres
Isabelle Shaw
Cecilia Calantoni
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht
Skyler Ferrone
Kathleen "Katie" Walsh
Henley Fletcher
Sibei "Betty" Wang
Samantha "Sam" Frazier
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang
Sydney "Syd" Hawley
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang
Lauren Hudson
Yiyun "Vivian" Wang
Kimberly Kupres
Polina "Polly" Weber
The student(s) with the second highest GPA for her senior year in a challenging program: Marissa Davies '16 and Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Haoyang "Charlotte" Liu
Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin
TAYLOR SMITH PRIZE FOR FIRST HONORS
Seniors with a grade point average of 93% or above for their senior year: Marissa Davies Margaret "Ali" Hickman Yinghong "Coco" Guo
Savannah Ney
Mikaela Hensen
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang
Hanyun "Hannah" Tang SENIOR PRIZE FOR SECOND HONORS
THE STATE OF MARYLAND MERIT SCHOLASTIC AWARD
The student(s) who is a Maryland resident and demonstrates her excellence in scholastic achievement by earning a cumulative grade point average in the top 5% of her graduating class: Marissa Davies '16, Savannah Ney '16, and Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16
Faculty Awards NANCY I. O'CONNOR '75 EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING PRIZE
Given on the basis of a ballot solicited from alumnae classes two and five years after their graduation from Oldfields: Frederic Bielaszka-DuVernay MCCOLL TEACHING AWARD
Made possible by a generous endowment gift from Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McColl to recognize outstanding teaching: Renee Fisher 2016
Student with the highest senior GPA in a challenging program of study: Mikaela Hensen '16
Seniors with a grade point average 90% or above for their entire career at Oldfields: Cecelia Calantoni Sydney "Syd" Hawley Marissa Davies
Lingqiao "Ling" Wang
Henley Fletcher
Ruoqiao "Kyra" Wang
Samantah "Sam" Frazier
Polina "Polly" Weber Danyang "Jacqueline" Yin
Yinghong "Coco" Guo
Mr. Frederic Bielaszka-DuVernay
Renee Fisher wins the McColl teaching Award and the coveted Fabulous Faculty Award!
Former Head of School, Taylor Smith, with Mikaela '16
Hee Ra '18, science teacher, Justo Anguita, and Katie '18
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AWAR DS CHRISTINE HEARTFIELD MEMORIAL PRIZE
The student who demonstrates outstanding interest and participation in athletics: Katharine "Kate" Driscoll '16
Riding Awards HORSEMANSHIP-SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
The student who best demonstrates an understanding for horses, celebrates her own successes with humility, and takes joy in the achievements of her peers: Emma Lach '18
Athletic Director Keslie Tomlinson '99 and Kate '16 NIMICK ATHLETIC AWARD
The student with all around athletic proficiency, good sportsmanship, and team spirit: Grace Pollak '16
Emma '16 and her trustworthy sidekick
WITHERBEE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht '16
MOST IMPROVED RIDER AWARD
The student who has made the most significant progress in her development as a rider and horsewoman: Diana Johannson '16
The May Court prepares to walk down Graduation Hill.
May Court
Senior Recipients:
Chosen by the entire School, the May Court is composed of the four seniors who most closely represent what it means to be an "Oldfields Girl:" Crown Bearer: Mikaela Hensen
Katharine "Kate" Driscoll
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht
Alexis-Marie "Alexis" Eichelberger Austin McCarthy
Grace Pollak
Lissie '16 and her biggest fans, Ingrid and Don, aka Mom and Dad COMUNITY SERVICE SENIOR AWARD
Flora: Samantha "Sam" Frazier
The senior who goes above and beyond the required community service: Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16
Maid of Honor: Margaret "Ali" Hickman May Queen: Grace Farquharson
Athletic Awards
Keslie steps in for Director of Riding, Amy Phillips, to honor Diana '16. THE HORSEMASTER AWARD
The student who is dedicated to improving her riding skills and acquiring additional horse knowledge while possessing a genuine love for the horse: Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier '16 and Polina "Polly" Weber '16
VARSITY CLUB
Students who have played on three varsity sports teams in one year: Underclass Recipients: Ashley Allen '17
Hannah Kulla '18
Savannah Ay '18
Kayla Lewis '17
D' Naisha Bellamy Greene ' 19
Caroline Miller '17
Joy Brown-Bryant '18
Tess Selby '17
Jaelyn Brunson '17
Makenzie Smith '17
Oksana "Kate" Carroll '18
Nelly Darlene "Nelly" Teta '18
Morgan Gause '19
Sarah Towne '17
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AWAR DS CHRISTINE HEARTFIELD MEMORIAL PRIZE
The student who demonstrates outstanding interest and participation in athletics: Katharine "Kate" Driscoll '16
Riding Awards HORSEMANSHIP-SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
The student who best demonstrates an understanding for horses, celebrates her own successes with humility, and takes joy in the achievements of her peers: Emma Lach '18
Athletic Director Keslie Tomlinson '99 and Kate '16 NIMICK ATHLETIC AWARD
The student with all around athletic proficiency, good sportsmanship, and team spirit: Grace Pollak '16
Emma '16 and her trustworthy sidekick
WITHERBEE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht '16
MOST IMPROVED RIDER AWARD
The student who has made the most significant progress in her development as a rider and horsewoman: Diana Johannson '16
The May Court prepares to walk down Graduation Hill.
May Court
Senior Recipients:
Chosen by the entire School, the May Court is composed of the four seniors who most closely represent what it means to be an "Oldfields Girl:" Crown Bearer: Mikaela Hensen
Katharine "Kate" Driscoll
Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht
Alexis-Marie "Alexis" Eichelberger Austin McCarthy
Grace Pollak
Lissie '16 and her biggest fans, Ingrid and Don, aka Mom and Dad COMUNITY SERVICE SENIOR AWARD
Flora: Samantha "Sam" Frazier
The senior who goes above and beyond the required community service: Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16
Maid of Honor: Margaret "Ali" Hickman May Queen: Grace Farquharson
Athletic Awards
Keslie steps in for Director of Riding, Amy Phillips, to honor Diana '16. THE HORSEMASTER AWARD
The student who is dedicated to improving her riding skills and acquiring additional horse knowledge while possessing a genuine love for the horse: Gabrielle "Gabby" Bernier '16 and Polina "Polly" Weber '16
VARSITY CLUB
Students who have played on three varsity sports teams in one year: Underclass Recipients: Ashley Allen '17
Hannah Kulla '18
Savannah Ay '18
Kayla Lewis '17
D' Naisha Bellamy Greene ' 19
Caroline Miller '17
Joy Brown-Bryant '18
Tess Selby '17
Jaelyn Brunson '17
Makenzie Smith '17
Oksana "Kate" Carroll '18
Nelly Darlene "Nelly" Teta '18
Morgan Gause '19
Sarah Towne '17
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Congratulations to all of those who received awards and to all of our graduating seniors. We are proud of each and every one of you!
AWAR DS
The highlight of the Awards Ceremony, at the end of the evening, is the presentation of the two most prestigious student awards given by Oldfields School.
School Recognitions ACADEMIC INTEGRITY BOARD 2015-2016
KATHERINE CULBERTSON '65 AWARD
The first year student making the greatest contribution to the School: Sydney "Syd" Hawley '16
Senior Representative: Kaitlyn Holland '16 Underclass Representative: Lanxue "Miley" Xia '17
ELIZABETH LEEDS MEMORIAL AWARD
HELEN E. TRAVERS AWARD
The senior girl who, in the opinion of the faculty, best exemplifies the spirit and ideals of the School, which are expressed in the Oldfields motto Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart: Grace Farquharson '16
The senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has made the greatest overall contribution to the School: Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Ali '16 is the epitomy of kindness, grace, and joy.
SCHOOL JUDICIARY BOARD 2015-2016
Senior Representatives: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 Underclass Representatives: Virginia Carlile '17 and Naana Ofosuhene '17 CLASS AGENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2016
Selected by their class to keep them connected to each other and to the School: Katharine "Kate" Driscoll '16, Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16, Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16, Grace Pollak ' 16, and Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16 The new girl, Syd, became an instant leader on campus.
HEAD OF DAY STUDENTS 2016-2017
Tess Selby '17 COVER DESIGN FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL PLANNER
MARIAN CULBERTSON '63 AWARD
Xiner "Sylvie" Pan '19
The underclass student making the most positive effort for its own sake: Lily Farquharson '17
Grace '16 is always smiling and making others smile too.
All School Awards
MARY K. MCPHERSON AWARD
LEROY M. POLVOGT AWARD
The underclass girl with the highest academic average in a challenging program: Tess Selby '17
The girl who, by example and by deed, has been the most constructive influence on underclass girls: Austin McCarthy '16
THE GOLD KEY AWARD
The Student Ambassador whose outstanding support and cooperation working with the Admission Office has done the most to convey the Oldfields spirit to visiting families: Julia Barry '16 and Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht '16
JOSEPH T. BRENNAN II AWARD
The girl, who by her own efforts, has made the most significant progress during the current year: Yu Xi "Jennifer" Fan '18 EDITH LIDDELL TWISS '28 MEMORIAL PRIZE
The student who has exhibited the highest standards of good citizenship: Kimberly Kupres '16
ONE OF THE BEST THINGS ABOUT BEING AWARDED A PRIZE AT THE YEAR-END AWARDS CEREMONY IS THAT YOUR NAME Oh, how we will miss Austin '16.
Given each year by the Head of School to recognize an outstanding senior: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
TRUSTEE PRIZES
Junior: Elizabeth O'Brien '17
Sophomore: Emma Lach '18
Senior: Mikaela Hensen '16
HUNG IN A PLACE OF HONOR ON CAMPUS.
THE HEAD OF SCHOOL AWARD
Director of Admission Allison Letourneau appreciates her awesome ambassadors, Julia '16 and Lissie '16.
Eighth Grade: Sabina Peters '20
BECOMES IMMORTALIZED ON A BEAUTIFUL WOODEN PLAQUE
LORNA M. KELLY AWARD As one of our original "middle schoolers," Kimberly demonstrated good citizenship for all of her seven years at OS!
Freshman: Nuo Ya "Laura" Yang '19
The underclass girl who, in the opinion of the teaching faculty, possesses the greatest love of learning for its own sake: Tess Selby '17
MARION H. " CHIP " ALLEN MEMORIAL AWARD
The student who best exemplifies past Board Chair Marion H. "Chip" Allen's personal qualities of thoughtfulness and warmth through demonstrated concern for the overall well-being of the Oldfields community and the individuals who comprise it: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16
Have you ever thought about how all those names get there? Meet Al Papenberg, the talented and dedicated artist who has hand lettered each and every winner's name for over 40 years! Al shares, "I'm a dinosaur. No one does lettering by hand anymore, but the inconsistencies and imperfections are part of the charm." We couldn't agree more. Al first began lettering Oldfields' signs in the mid-70s. He is now retired in North Carolina, but returns to campus every summer at Barbara Latrobe's request to hand paint the 30 plus names of the award winning students. Al has such a long history at Oldfields that he remembers that the beautiful old chestnut plaque listing the May Queens was handcrafted by Jim Beck, the long-time and well-loved former Director of Maintenance. Next time you walk down the hallway in New House, take a moment to notice the beautiful craftsmanship of the hand-painted names, and realize that it's the uniqueness of each one that makes it beautiful, just like the Oldfields girls themselves.
Tess '17 is a teacher's dream.
Elizabeth '17 receives her award from a special presenter, Mom and OS Trustee, Valerie Sill! 12
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Congratulations to all of those who received awards and to all of our graduating seniors. We are proud of each and every one of you!
AWAR DS
The highlight of the Awards Ceremony, at the end of the evening, is the presentation of the two most prestigious student awards given by Oldfields School.
School Recognitions ACADEMIC INTEGRITY BOARD 2015-2016
KATHERINE CULBERTSON '65 AWARD
The first year student making the greatest contribution to the School: Sydney "Syd" Hawley '16
Senior Representative: Kaitlyn Holland '16 Underclass Representative: Lanxue "Miley" Xia '17
ELIZABETH LEEDS MEMORIAL AWARD
HELEN E. TRAVERS AWARD
The senior girl who, in the opinion of the faculty, best exemplifies the spirit and ideals of the School, which are expressed in the Oldfields motto Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart: Grace Farquharson '16
The senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has made the greatest overall contribution to the School: Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16
Ali '16 is the epitomy of kindness, grace, and joy.
SCHOOL JUDICIARY BOARD 2015-2016
Senior Representatives: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16 and Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16 Underclass Representatives: Virginia Carlile '17 and Naana Ofosuhene '17 CLASS AGENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2016
Selected by their class to keep them connected to each other and to the School: Katharine "Kate" Driscoll '16, Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16, Margaret "Ali" Hickman '16, Grace Pollak ' 16, and Kathleen "Katie" Walsh '16 The new girl, Syd, became an instant leader on campus.
HEAD OF DAY STUDENTS 2016-2017
Tess Selby '17 COVER DESIGN FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL PLANNER
MARIAN CULBERTSON '63 AWARD
Xiner "Sylvie" Pan '19
The underclass student making the most positive effort for its own sake: Lily Farquharson '17
Grace '16 is always smiling and making others smile too.
All School Awards
MARY K. MCPHERSON AWARD
LEROY M. POLVOGT AWARD
The underclass girl with the highest academic average in a challenging program: Tess Selby '17
The girl who, by example and by deed, has been the most constructive influence on underclass girls: Austin McCarthy '16
THE GOLD KEY AWARD
The Student Ambassador whose outstanding support and cooperation working with the Admission Office has done the most to convey the Oldfields spirit to visiting families: Julia Barry '16 and Elisabeth "Lissie" Obrecht '16
JOSEPH T. BRENNAN II AWARD
The girl, who by her own efforts, has made the most significant progress during the current year: Yu Xi "Jennifer" Fan '18 EDITH LIDDELL TWISS '28 MEMORIAL PRIZE
The student who has exhibited the highest standards of good citizenship: Kimberly Kupres '16
ONE OF THE BEST THINGS ABOUT BEING AWARDED A PRIZE AT THE YEAR-END AWARDS CEREMONY IS THAT YOUR NAME Oh, how we will miss Austin '16.
Given each year by the Head of School to recognize an outstanding senior: Hanyun "Hannah" Tang '16
TRUSTEE PRIZES
Junior: Elizabeth O'Brien '17
Sophomore: Emma Lach '18
Senior: Mikaela Hensen '16
HUNG IN A PLACE OF HONOR ON CAMPUS.
THE HEAD OF SCHOOL AWARD
Director of Admission Allison Letourneau appreciates her awesome ambassadors, Julia '16 and Lissie '16.
Eighth Grade: Sabina Peters '20
BECOMES IMMORTALIZED ON A BEAUTIFUL WOODEN PLAQUE
LORNA M. KELLY AWARD As one of our original "middle schoolers," Kimberly demonstrated good citizenship for all of her seven years at OS!
Freshman: Nuo Ya "Laura" Yang '19
The underclass girl who, in the opinion of the teaching faculty, possesses the greatest love of learning for its own sake: Tess Selby '17
MARION H. " CHIP " ALLEN MEMORIAL AWARD
The student who best exemplifies past Board Chair Marion H. "Chip" Allen's personal qualities of thoughtfulness and warmth through demonstrated concern for the overall well-being of the Oldfields community and the individuals who comprise it: Samantha "Sam" Frazier '16
Have you ever thought about how all those names get there? Meet Al Papenberg, the talented and dedicated artist who has hand lettered each and every winner's name for over 40 years! Al shares, "I'm a dinosaur. No one does lettering by hand anymore, but the inconsistencies and imperfections are part of the charm." We couldn't agree more. Al first began lettering Oldfields' signs in the mid-70s. He is now retired in North Carolina, but returns to campus every summer at Barbara Latrobe's request to hand paint the 30 plus names of the award winning students. Al has such a long history at Oldfields that he remembers that the beautiful old chestnut plaque listing the May Queens was handcrafted by Jim Beck, the long-time and well-loved former Director of Maintenance. Next time you walk down the hallway in New House, take a moment to notice the beautiful craftsmanship of the hand-painted names, and realize that it's the uniqueness of each one that makes it beautiful, just like the Oldfields girls themselves.
Tess '17 is a teacher's dream.
Elizabeth '17 receives her award from a special presenter, Mom and OS Trustee, Valerie Sill! 12
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OLDFIELDS' OLYMPIAN
L A N A DU P O NT W RI G HT ' 5 7
Calling All Artists!
By Anne Ragland Finney P'97, Director of Development
She arrived at school in her horse van with her trunk and her big, half-bred chestnut mare, Good Luck, who lived in the first stall for the next four years. Lana was 14 years old.
DONATE TO THE 150TH CELEBRATION ART SILENT AUCTION April 29, 2017 Alumnae, faculty, and students, please donate your works Anna Austen McCulloch Endowment established to create of art to the upcoming silent auction being held at the 150th and maintain academic excellence, hire quality faculty, Celebration. Proceeds from the auction will go to the new and retain a strong student body.
Lana and Mr. Wister in the 1964 Olympics
Lana started riding and foxhunting as a young girl. At Oldfields she was on the Riding Team and was one of the very few riders skilled enough to be allowed to fox hunt. In a pattern that followed her throughout her life, she was unafraid to take on challenges and found ways to teach herself, albeit with the help of others, whatever she needed to know. Classmates remember her riding across the countryside on Good Luck, unaccompanied and finding her way alone, to compete in a one-day event in Harford County that included dressage, cross country, and stadium jumping. Just finding her way there and getting back to Oldfields was a challenge in and of itself, but she won that one-day event, which may just have been the seed that led to her quest to compete in the Olympics. It's significant to note that Lana guided herself throughout this process; she created her own road. She arranged to take clinics and lessons from famous trainers all over the country, became more and more accomplished, and in time, she and Mr. Wister, one of her mother's Thoroughbreds, made it to the Tokyo Olympics in 1964. Lana on Good Luck
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However, she didn't stop there. Lana later changed her focus to combined driving events, and in 1991 was part of the gold medal winning team in the pairs division at the World Championships. Still later, Lana changed her discipline to endurance riding and most recently placed second in the USET Endurance 100 mile Championship aboard Nathan's Pride, making her the only woman to medal in three different equestrian disciplines.
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That love of horses that lives in her genes is still just as powerful, and she continues to ride and foxhunt today.
In so doing, Lana made Olympic history by being the first woman to ever compete in the Equestrian three-day event in the Olympic Games. While her trip was less than perfect, she says of her ride and her mount, Mr. Wister, "We proved that a woman could get around an Olympic cross country course, and nobody could have said that we looked feminine at the finish." Her accomplishments in the 1964 Olympics have been chronicled endlessly in the press, and reading in more detail about her triumph on the internet is both fascinating and highly recommended.
Do YOU know someone who would make a great OS girl?
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Lana's senior portrait
Questions? Contact Alumnae Office at: Joan Carter Jermakian ’81 P’15 JermakianJ@OldfieldsSchool.org 443.662.1018
OLDFIELDS' OLYMPIAN
L A N A DU P O NT W RI G HT ' 5 7
Calling All Artists!
By Anne Ragland Finney P'97, Director of Development
She arrived at school in her horse van with her trunk and her big, half-bred chestnut mare, Good Luck, who lived in the first stall for the next four years. Lana was 14 years old.
DONATE TO THE 150TH CELEBRATION ART SILENT AUCTION April 29, 2017 Alumnae, faculty, and students, please donate your works Anna Austen McCulloch Endowment established to create of art to the upcoming silent auction being held at the 150th and maintain academic excellence, hire quality faculty, Celebration. Proceeds from the auction will go to the new and retain a strong student body.
Lana and Mr. Wister in the 1964 Olympics
Lana started riding and foxhunting as a young girl. At Oldfields she was on the Riding Team and was one of the very few riders skilled enough to be allowed to fox hunt. In a pattern that followed her throughout her life, she was unafraid to take on challenges and found ways to teach herself, albeit with the help of others, whatever she needed to know. Classmates remember her riding across the countryside on Good Luck, unaccompanied and finding her way alone, to compete in a one-day event in Harford County that included dressage, cross country, and stadium jumping. Just finding her way there and getting back to Oldfields was a challenge in and of itself, but she won that one-day event, which may just have been the seed that led to her quest to compete in the Olympics. It's significant to note that Lana guided herself throughout this process; she created her own road. She arranged to take clinics and lessons from famous trainers all over the country, became more and more accomplished, and in time, she and Mr. Wister, one of her mother's Thoroughbreds, made it to the Tokyo Olympics in 1964. Lana on Good Luck
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However, she didn't stop there. Lana later changed her focus to combined driving events, and in 1991 was part of the gold medal winning team in the pairs division at the World Championships. Still later, Lana changed her discipline to endurance riding and most recently placed second in the USET Endurance 100 mile Championship aboard Nathan's Pride, making her the only woman to medal in three different equestrian disciplines.
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This summer, as we follow the Games of the XXXI Olympiad on television, all of Oldfields' alumnae and friends can be proud of our very own Olympic champion, Lana duPont Wright '57.
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That love of horses that lives in her genes is still just as powerful, and she continues to ride and foxhunt today.
In so doing, Lana made Olympic history by being the first woman to ever compete in the Equestrian three-day event in the Olympic Games. While her trip was less than perfect, she says of her ride and her mount, Mr. Wister, "We proved that a woman could get around an Olympic cross country course, and nobody could have said that we looked feminine at the finish." Her accomplishments in the 1964 Olympics have been chronicled endlessly in the press, and reading in more detail about her triumph on the internet is both fascinating and highly recommended.
Do YOU know someone who would make a great OS girl?
W IN GRO E GROW TH GROWING
Lana's senior portrait
Questions? Contact Alumnae Office at: Joan Carter Jermakian ’81 P’15 JermakianJ@OldfieldsSchool.org 443.662.1018
U PDAT E S
Spirit Campaign
T H E L A R GO C OR E S OC IETY
ANNOUNCING THE ANNA AUSTEN MCCULLOCH ENDOWMENT FUND IN H ONOR OF T HE 150TH
Largo Core - Largeness of Heart - is the name given to the society established to recognize those with the vision to include Oldfields School in their estate planning. As a member of the Largo Core Society, you will have an important impact on shaping the values and traditions of generations to come and will ensure a strong future for Oldfields as the School celebrates its 150th anniversary and beyond. Your legacy will be an investment in the future of young women and our world.
In this day and age, what is one of the best ways for a school like Oldfields to ensure its long-term financial stability? By building its endowment!
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Ilana Feldberg Adelman '88
Elizabeth Turner Love '90
We also offer our appreciation to the following donors,
Mertze Anderson '75
Carlisle VanMeter Mayer '78 P'14
now deceased, who have provided a gift through their
Carol Atterbury '74
Scott and Susie Menzies P'03
estate in perpetual support of Oldfields School:
Edith Clark Bouscaren '71
Grace C. Mullen P'95, '95
Marian Culbertson Burke '63
Ann Colville Murphy '87
Jacquelin Thomas Carey '64
Dawn Danagher Peters '78
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Carroll Carter P'81 GP'15
Hawley and Wendy Rogers P'82 GP'12, '17
Riley Chapin '83
Ronald and Chris Romanowicz P'87,'89
Anonymous (2)
Duncan McCulloch III
Martha Osborne Adams '48
Kim York McNamara '63 P'97
Marion H. Allen III P '92, '96
Janet Coit Meegan '38
Carolyn Coit Bates '46 P'73
Gay Griscom Mehegan '56
Susan Brandau '30
Terence Nolan P'90
Susan West Ross '64
Elizabeth Atkinson Bryan '39
Jane Morton Norton '26
Edith Salisbury P'90
Edward Cobb P'76
Margaret Hamilton Riley '11
Katharine duPont Sanger '62
Lara Burns Cunningham '65
Armistead Rood
Maria Carter Satterfield '44
Mary Elizabeth Eppes Cutchin '24
Margaret Suter Rood '31
William and Cecil Scanlan P'93
Tammis Day '69
Eloise Gilbert Savi '42
Jane Isdale Schaefer '52 P'84
Elizabeth Dickson '49
Jan Scott
Sarah Buck Schmader '82
Caroline Gouverneur Dillon '45
Beverly Bissell Sullivan '66
Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72
Robin Gimbel Senior '71
Elaine Foster '51
Thomas and Carla Simmons P'98
Reynolds duPont, Sr. P'62, '71 GP'95
Regina Johnson Tomlinson P'78, '80, '85
Terrell Garrard '62
Michael and Barbara Simpson P'85
Cassandra Small Franklin 1899
Helen "Miss Herky" Travers
Helen Frederick Gray '51
Taylor and Judy Smith
Stephen Fuller P'60, '62
Lily Dulles Van Pelt '26
Sheila Wiley Harrell '90
Cannon Simpson Stoffel '76
Susan Latimer Gibson '73
Mary Mixsell Waldron '28
John and Faith Hawks
Katherine Trautlein '81
Sandra Clarholm Gibson '58
Ann Hickok Warner '54
Daphne Preece Hellmuth '55
Margaret Ulle '78
Jane Goodale '44
Gretchen V. Welsh GP'89
Debbie Hill '71
Vanessa Weber '73 P'16
Margaret Samson Harris '36
J. Michael Welsh P'89
Laura Hoskins '94
Elizabeth Humrichouse Werth '37
Elizabeth Lee Boothe Howell '20
Nancy Crompton Wendell '39
Kingsley FitzHugh Jack '64
Natalie Riegel Weymouth '61
Margaret Geary Johnson '60
Cynthia Bullock Woodger '49
Cory Jones Jackson '85 P'12, '13
Robert and Nancy Maslack Wolf
Miriam Griffith Jones '52 P'87 GP'09
Mariah Sibley Wolffe '83
Pamela Prizer Chernick '66 Samantha Coker '90 Pauline Combé-Clark '73 Janna Conti '81 Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Darrell P'06 Margaret McKee Elwood '75
What is an endowment? It's like a trust fund for Oldfields. The yearly investment return on the School's endowment funds covers a certain percentage of the operating budget, helping to pay for faculty salaries, financial aid, the electric bill, hay and grain for the horses, and so much more!
Oldfields' sources of operating revenue are tuition, gifts to The Oldfields Fund, and endowment returns. Our endowment currently stands at $8 million. Imagine how much more we'll be able to do when we add to that? And who better to honor when making our gifts than Anna Austen McCulloch?
Jennifer Littleton '84
Barbara Trotter Collins '77
In honor of the wonderful school started by Anna Austen McCulloch 150 years ago, we proudly introduce a new endowment fund named in her honor. Why? Schools with large endowments can spend more per student on educational services than schools without endowments or with very small ones.
Endowment funds provide a steady, predictable source of income over time on which the School can make commitments and build its programs. Oldfields' endowment is fundamental to the ongoing financial stability of the School, because the strongest and most stable schools have strong endowments.
Anonymous
Let's make sure Oldfields is around for another 150 years! Help us build our endowment and assure our strong future by making a gift to
The Anna Austen McCulloch Endowment Fund in Honor of Oldfields' 150th! OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Susan Hadden Lawrence '65 Denise Alexandre LeComte '72 P'06
SUMMER 2016
Katherine Wright '90 Lisa Wood Wright '84
Katherine Young Keck '19 Elizabeth Eierman Kennedy '44 Amanda Lake '82 William and Margaret Littleton P'84
To learn more about The Largo Core Society, please contact Ryan W. Kirk, Associate Director of Development, at 443-662-1017 or at KirkR@OldfieldsSchool.org.
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U PDAT E S
Spirit Campaign
T H E L A R GO C OR E S OC IETY
ANNOUNCING THE ANNA AUSTEN MCCULLOCH ENDOWMENT FUND IN H ONOR OF T HE 150TH
Largo Core - Largeness of Heart - is the name given to the society established to recognize those with the vision to include Oldfields School in their estate planning. As a member of the Largo Core Society, you will have an important impact on shaping the values and traditions of generations to come and will ensure a strong future for Oldfields as the School celebrates its 150th anniversary and beyond. Your legacy will be an investment in the future of young women and our world.
In this day and age, what is one of the best ways for a school like Oldfields to ensure its long-term financial stability? By building its endowment!
16
Ilana Feldberg Adelman '88
Elizabeth Turner Love '90
We also offer our appreciation to the following donors,
Mertze Anderson '75
Carlisle VanMeter Mayer '78 P'14
now deceased, who have provided a gift through their
Carol Atterbury '74
Scott and Susie Menzies P'03
estate in perpetual support of Oldfields School:
Edith Clark Bouscaren '71
Grace C. Mullen P'95, '95
Marian Culbertson Burke '63
Ann Colville Murphy '87
Jacquelin Thomas Carey '64
Dawn Danagher Peters '78
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Carroll Carter P'81 GP'15
Hawley and Wendy Rogers P'82 GP'12, '17
Riley Chapin '83
Ronald and Chris Romanowicz P'87,'89
Anonymous (2)
Duncan McCulloch III
Martha Osborne Adams '48
Kim York McNamara '63 P'97
Marion H. Allen III P '92, '96
Janet Coit Meegan '38
Carolyn Coit Bates '46 P'73
Gay Griscom Mehegan '56
Susan Brandau '30
Terence Nolan P'90
Susan West Ross '64
Elizabeth Atkinson Bryan '39
Jane Morton Norton '26
Edith Salisbury P'90
Edward Cobb P'76
Margaret Hamilton Riley '11
Katharine duPont Sanger '62
Lara Burns Cunningham '65
Armistead Rood
Maria Carter Satterfield '44
Mary Elizabeth Eppes Cutchin '24
Margaret Suter Rood '31
William and Cecil Scanlan P'93
Tammis Day '69
Eloise Gilbert Savi '42
Jane Isdale Schaefer '52 P'84
Elizabeth Dickson '49
Jan Scott
Sarah Buck Schmader '82
Caroline Gouverneur Dillon '45
Beverly Bissell Sullivan '66
Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72
Robin Gimbel Senior '71
Elaine Foster '51
Thomas and Carla Simmons P'98
Reynolds duPont, Sr. P'62, '71 GP'95
Regina Johnson Tomlinson P'78, '80, '85
Terrell Garrard '62
Michael and Barbara Simpson P'85
Cassandra Small Franklin 1899
Helen "Miss Herky" Travers
Helen Frederick Gray '51
Taylor and Judy Smith
Stephen Fuller P'60, '62
Lily Dulles Van Pelt '26
Sheila Wiley Harrell '90
Cannon Simpson Stoffel '76
Susan Latimer Gibson '73
Mary Mixsell Waldron '28
John and Faith Hawks
Katherine Trautlein '81
Sandra Clarholm Gibson '58
Ann Hickok Warner '54
Daphne Preece Hellmuth '55
Margaret Ulle '78
Jane Goodale '44
Gretchen V. Welsh GP'89
Debbie Hill '71
Vanessa Weber '73 P'16
Margaret Samson Harris '36
J. Michael Welsh P'89
Laura Hoskins '94
Elizabeth Humrichouse Werth '37
Elizabeth Lee Boothe Howell '20
Nancy Crompton Wendell '39
Kingsley FitzHugh Jack '64
Natalie Riegel Weymouth '61
Margaret Geary Johnson '60
Cynthia Bullock Woodger '49
Cory Jones Jackson '85 P'12, '13
Robert and Nancy Maslack Wolf
Miriam Griffith Jones '52 P'87 GP'09
Mariah Sibley Wolffe '83
Pamela Prizer Chernick '66 Samantha Coker '90 Pauline Combé-Clark '73 Janna Conti '81 Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Darrell P'06 Margaret McKee Elwood '75
What is an endowment? It's like a trust fund for Oldfields. The yearly investment return on the School's endowment funds covers a certain percentage of the operating budget, helping to pay for faculty salaries, financial aid, the electric bill, hay and grain for the horses, and so much more!
Oldfields' sources of operating revenue are tuition, gifts to The Oldfields Fund, and endowment returns. Our endowment currently stands at $8 million. Imagine how much more we'll be able to do when we add to that? And who better to honor when making our gifts than Anna Austen McCulloch?
Jennifer Littleton '84
Barbara Trotter Collins '77
In honor of the wonderful school started by Anna Austen McCulloch 150 years ago, we proudly introduce a new endowment fund named in her honor. Why? Schools with large endowments can spend more per student on educational services than schools without endowments or with very small ones.
Endowment funds provide a steady, predictable source of income over time on which the School can make commitments and build its programs. Oldfields' endowment is fundamental to the ongoing financial stability of the School, because the strongest and most stable schools have strong endowments.
Anonymous
Let's make sure Oldfields is around for another 150 years! Help us build our endowment and assure our strong future by making a gift to
The Anna Austen McCulloch Endowment Fund in Honor of Oldfields' 150th! OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Susan Hadden Lawrence '65 Denise Alexandre LeComte '72 P'06
SUMMER 2016
Katherine Wright '90 Lisa Wood Wright '84
Katherine Young Keck '19 Elizabeth Eierman Kennedy '44 Amanda Lake '82 William and Margaret Littleton P'84
To learn more about The Largo Core Society, please contact Ryan W. Kirk, Associate Director of Development, at 443-662-1017 or at KirkR@OldfieldsSchool.org.
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You won’t want to miss our glorious 150th celebration!
IT’S HERE! 2016-2017 School Theme: Respect our Past, Embrace our Future!
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tive emora m m o th C 150 ersar y Anniv r Winte ! zine Maga
ous i r o l G la on a G h 150t 9, 2017! 2 , April Dancing r, Dinne works! Fire
ALUMNAE WEEKEND 2017 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! VISIT OLDFIELDSSCHOOL.ORG/ALUMNAEWEEKEND OR CALL 443-662-1018 TODAY.
Founder’s Day is September 14th . Kick off a year of celebration!
day” “Bir th ound s ar par tie untr y the co ny! ar with P
All Schoo l events will have a focus on the15 0th Anniversa r y!
SAVE THE DATE! April 28-30, 2017 In order to encourage as many as possible to share and rejoice in this once in a lifetime event, the School has decided to forego all fees for Alumnae Weekend. However, we hope that you will choose to make a donation in honor of the 150th Anniversary or a beloved faculty or staff member, as Oldfields could not fulfill our mission without the financial support of our alumnae and friends!
Our gift to you – Alumnae Weekend is
FREE!*
*You must register by April 18th, 2017, in order to attend free of charge.
You won’t want to miss our glorious 150th celebration!
IT’S HERE! 2016-2017 School Theme: Respect our Past, Embrace our Future!
g uncin o n n A nna the A ulloch C n Mc nor Auste ent in ho ! 0th wm Endo fields’ 15 d of Ol
tive emora m m o th C 150 ersar y Anniv r Winte ! zine Maga
ous i r o l G la on a G h 150t 9, 2017! 2 , April Dancing r, Dinne works! Fire
ALUMNAE WEEKEND 2017 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! VISIT OLDFIELDSSCHOOL.ORG/ALUMNAEWEEKEND OR CALL 443-662-1018 TODAY.
Founder’s Day is September 14th . Kick off a year of celebration!
day” “Bir th ound s ar par tie untr y the co ny! ar with P
All Schoo l events will have a focus on the15 0th Anniversa r y!
SAVE THE DATE! April 28-30, 2017 In order to encourage as many as possible to share and rejoice in this once in a lifetime event, the School has decided to forego all fees for Alumnae Weekend. However, we hope that you will choose to make a donation in honor of the 150th Anniversary or a beloved faculty or staff member, as Oldfields could not fulfill our mission without the financial support of our alumnae and friends!
Our gift to you – Alumnae Weekend is
FREE!*
*You must register by April 18th, 2017, in order to attend free of charge.
...THANKFULLY, SOME THINGS ARE ALWAYS WONDERFULLY THE SAME.
ALUMNAE WEEKEND
2016
The real joy of Alumnae Weekend is that some things never change -- like the joy we feel when seeing each other at the reunion dinners, the laughter as we share stories during the Saturday picnic, and the flood of memories that surface as we walk around our beloved campus.
ONE YEAR AND COUNTING UNTIL THE 150TH CELEBRATION!
By Joan Carter Jermakian '81 P'15, Director of Alumnae Affairs AT ALUMNAE WEEKEND IN APRIL, A FEW THINGS WERE EXCITINGLY DIFFERENT...
Nina Seybolt '70, Seashols Starks '71, Susan Gillette '71, Mary Brittingham '70
The Alumnae Office's goal is to make each year's Alumnae Weekend even better than the last, so we changed things up a bit to keep it interesting. The cocktail party that is usually at the Head's House was held in the new Garden House, giving us a chance to show off our newest faculty housing before the ribbon cutting ceremony. The 120 plus guests had a fabulous time reconnecting as the party spilled out onto the porches, balconies, terraces, and lawn. What a fun way to kick off the weekend!
WE CHAT WITH BELOVED FACULTY
Sue Drinker '66, Phoebe Craven '66, Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin '66
Seashols Starks '71 and Susan Gillette '71 accept the Money Pillow on behalf of the Class of 1971.Congratulations!
Laurel Mullen Carver '95, Joe Hordubay, Heidi duPont '95
WE LEAN ON ONE ANOTHER
WE RECONNECT
Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72, and Dr. Parnell P. Hagerman
Bridget Read '96, Blair Sowers Seal '96, Addie Goldfrank '96, Annie Edwards Brackman '96,Buffy Cauthen Baird '96, Lindsey Archer '96, Candice Kasten '96
WE TAKE SELFIES
Gigi Able Long '86 Anne McIntyre Colclough '86, Tiffany d'Arville Myers '86
Krislyn Payne '06, Hannah Sprague '06, Christina Melvin-DeWees '06 Sheila Wiley Harrell '90, Hilary Gardner Swain '72, Carlisle Mayer '78 P '14 Kate Strohman '96, Krissy Craig '96, and Anna Littlefield '07
WE HANG OUT AT THE BARN
WE SHARE THE OLDFIELDS MAGIC WITH LOVED ONES
Anne McIntyre Colclough '86, Dawn Erbe Irwin '86, Tiffany d'Arville Myers '86, Gigi Abel Long '86
Ashley Lewis '10
Nina Seybolt '70 tours campus with Julia Barry '16.
McCulloch Dining Hall which was transformed into a elegant but cozy venue for the Alumnae Dinner with flowers, tiny white lights, music, dancing and, yes, giant Jenga! When it came time for the night to end, no one wanted to leave!
Elizabeth Bradley van der Horst '06, Tara Bliss '06, Allie Lurey '06 and guests
Another new addition to the schedule gave alumnae a chance to be students once again! Classes on social media, creative writing, art, and yoga were offered on Saturday afternoon after the picnic on Commons Lawn...
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Ashley Lewis '10, Saads Shah '08
Gwen Griffiths '15, Julia Abbott '14, Julia Souter '81 Emily Hull Griffin '06 , Allyson Ebert '06
Airey Dinkins Ellis '56, Crista Grauer '56
WE EAT IN THE DINING HALL Toni Carter Vreeland '66 and Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin '66
Adrianne Seligman '96, Kate Strohman '96, Blair Sowers Seal '96
Mary Anna Edwards '96, Buffy Cauthen Barid '96
WE SHOP IN HERKY'S
Former Riding Director, Grace Mullen P'95
Lauren Shorofsky '06, Brooke Drury Baker '06
WE READ 10 YEAR PREDICTION LETTERS
...THANKFULLY, SOME THINGS ARE ALWAYS WONDERFULLY THE SAME.
ALUMNAE WEEKEND
2016
The real joy of Alumnae Weekend is that some things never change -- like the joy we feel when seeing each other at the reunion dinners, the laughter as we share stories during the Saturday picnic, and the flood of memories that surface as we walk around our beloved campus.
ONE YEAR AND COUNTING UNTIL THE 150TH CELEBRATION!
By Joan Carter Jermakian '81 P'15, Director of Alumnae Affairs AT ALUMNAE WEEKEND IN APRIL, A FEW THINGS WERE EXCITINGLY DIFFERENT...
Nina Seybolt '70, Seashols Starks '71, Susan Gillette '71, Mary Brittingham '70
The Alumnae Office's goal is to make each year's Alumnae Weekend even better than the last, so we changed things up a bit to keep it interesting. The cocktail party that is usually at the Head's House was held in the new Garden House, giving us a chance to show off our newest faculty housing before the ribbon cutting ceremony. The 120 plus guests had a fabulous time reconnecting as the party spilled out onto the porches, balconies, terraces, and lawn. What a fun way to kick off the weekend!
WE CHAT WITH BELOVED FACULTY
Sue Drinker '66, Phoebe Craven '66, Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin '66
Seashols Starks '71 and Susan Gillette '71 accept the Money Pillow on behalf of the Class of 1971.Congratulations!
Laurel Mullen Carver '95, Joe Hordubay, Heidi duPont '95
WE LEAN ON ONE ANOTHER
WE RECONNECT
Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72, and Dr. Parnell P. Hagerman
Bridget Read '96, Blair Sowers Seal '96, Addie Goldfrank '96, Annie Edwards Brackman '96,Buffy Cauthen Baird '96, Lindsey Archer '96, Candice Kasten '96
WE TAKE SELFIES
Gigi Able Long '86 Anne McIntyre Colclough '86, Tiffany d'Arville Myers '86
Krislyn Payne '06, Hannah Sprague '06, Christina Melvin-DeWees '06 Sheila Wiley Harrell '90, Hilary Gardner Swain '72, Carlisle Mayer '78 P '14 Kate Strohman '96, Krissy Craig '96, and Anna Littlefield '07
WE HANG OUT AT THE BARN
WE SHARE THE OLDFIELDS MAGIC WITH LOVED ONES
Anne McIntyre Colclough '86, Dawn Erbe Irwin '86, Tiffany d'Arville Myers '86, Gigi Abel Long '86
Ashley Lewis '10
Nina Seybolt '70 tours campus with Julia Barry '16.
McCulloch Dining Hall which was transformed into a elegant but cozy venue for the Alumnae Dinner with flowers, tiny white lights, music, dancing and, yes, giant Jenga! When it came time for the night to end, no one wanted to leave!
Elizabeth Bradley van der Horst '06, Tara Bliss '06, Allie Lurey '06 and guests
Another new addition to the schedule gave alumnae a chance to be students once again! Classes on social media, creative writing, art, and yoga were offered on Saturday afternoon after the picnic on Commons Lawn...
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Ashley Lewis '10, Saads Shah '08
Gwen Griffiths '15, Julia Abbott '14, Julia Souter '81 Emily Hull Griffin '06 , Allyson Ebert '06
Airey Dinkins Ellis '56, Crista Grauer '56
WE EAT IN THE DINING HALL Toni Carter Vreeland '66 and Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin '66
Adrianne Seligman '96, Kate Strohman '96, Blair Sowers Seal '96
Mary Anna Edwards '96, Buffy Cauthen Barid '96
WE SHOP IN HERKY'S
Former Riding Director, Grace Mullen P'95
Lauren Shorofsky '06, Brooke Drury Baker '06
WE READ 10 YEAR PREDICTION LETTERS
ALUMNAE WEEKEND
“CLUSTER” REUNION MADE IT TRIPLE THE FUN!
WE CELEBRATE OUR MILESTONES, AND REMAIN OLDFIELDS GIRLS FOREVER!
(Front Row L to R) Allison "Allie" Lurey, Michelle Lahn, Lauren Shorofsky, Brooke Drury Baker, Catie Chafey, Krislyn Payne, Phoebe Larner, Emily Hull Griffin, Ashley Grimmel, Tara Bliss, Alysia "Lysi" LeComte (Back Row L to R) Elizabeth "Lizzie" Bradley van der Horst, Tara Kaleh, Madeline "Maddy" Darrell, Christina Haynes, Allyson "Ally" Ebert
Dana Muse, Kaitlyn "Kate" Drexel
Seashols Starks, Reeves "Deetzie" Dance Walker, Deborah "Debbie" Hill, Susan Gillette
Carol Hubbell Engebretson, Hilary Gardner Swain, Lulu Laubenstein, Susan "Silly" Silcox Repko, Reeves "Deetzie" Dance Walker '71
Susan "Sue" Drinker, Antoinette "Toni" Vreeland, Carolyn Gibbons Abernethy, Phoebe Craven, Harriett Sweeney Fraunfelter, Jane Depew Lett, Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin, Pamela Hartley Bramhall
Tiffany Blake-Anttonen Poupette Smith, Elizabeth "Liz" Lafferty Woodman, Gail Southard Canzano, Dr. Parnell P. Hagerman, Cecilia Lanahan Ross, Edwina "Nina" Seybolt, Mary Brittingham
Airey Dinkins Ellis, Crista Grauer
(Front Row L to R) Danelle Bone, Candice Kasten, Anna "Annie" Edwards Brackman, Lindsay Archer, Adrienne Seligman, Kristine "Krissy" Craig, Sarah Campbell Janney, Adelaide "Addie" Goldfrank (Back Row L to R) Blair Sowers Seal, Elizabeth "Buffy" Cauthen Baird, Mahasin Uqdah, Bridget Read, Katrina "Kate"Strohman, Austi Vimmerstedt Campbell, Sherrie Corbin, Jaime Hale Bell
WE RECOGNIZE EXCEPTIONAL DEDICATION....
Allison Goodman Fleitas, Suzanne Nesbitt Pate
Dawn Erbe Irwin, Anne McIntyre Colclough, Tiffany d' Arville Myers, Virginia "Gigi" Abel Long
THE PEGGY SAMSON HARRIS '36 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Given to an alumna who is characterized by her loyal devotion and outstanding efforts on behalf of Oldfields: Seashols Noell Starks '71
THE JANE ISDALE SCHAEFER '52 TRUSTEE PRIZE Given in recognition of lifelong dedication to Oldfields and its motto of Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart, ideals which Jane epitomizes: Heidi Ann duPont '95
THE ALUMNAE CUP The highest prize given by the Oldfields Alumnae Association, given to recognize outstanding trusteeship, singular service to Oldfields and sterling example of dedication and involvement: Emily Ford Embrey '76
Joan Jermakian '81 P'15 congratulates Seashols Noell Starks '71!
Thank you for your dedication, Heidi.
Your generosity is inspirational, Emily.
We look forward to seeing all classes represented at Alumnae Weekend 2017! Mark your calendars for April 28-30. The 150th Celebration is one party you will not want to miss! 22
Joan Carter Jermakian, Mary Ellen Power Rogers, Lynda Downey Henderson, Julia Souter
Alden Shorey Lattu, Louise Smith
SUMMER 2016
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ALUMNAE WEEKEND
“CLUSTER” REUNION MADE IT TRIPLE THE FUN!
WE CELEBRATE OUR MILESTONES, AND REMAIN OLDFIELDS GIRLS FOREVER!
(Front Row L to R) Allison "Allie" Lurey, Michelle Lahn, Lauren Shorofsky, Brooke Drury Baker, Catie Chafey, Krislyn Payne, Phoebe Larner, Emily Hull Griffin, Ashley Grimmel, Tara Bliss, Alysia "Lysi" LeComte (Back Row L to R) Elizabeth "Lizzie" Bradley van der Horst, Tara Kaleh, Madeline "Maddy" Darrell, Christina Haynes, Allyson "Ally" Ebert
Dana Muse, Kaitlyn "Kate" Drexel
Seashols Starks, Reeves "Deetzie" Dance Walker, Deborah "Debbie" Hill, Susan Gillette
Carol Hubbell Engebretson, Hilary Gardner Swain, Lulu Laubenstein, Susan "Silly" Silcox Repko, Reeves "Deetzie" Dance Walker '71
Susan "Sue" Drinker, Antoinette "Toni" Vreeland, Carolyn Gibbons Abernethy, Phoebe Craven, Harriett Sweeney Fraunfelter, Jane Depew Lett, Lillian Stokes Pyne-Corbin, Pamela Hartley Bramhall
Tiffany Blake-Anttonen Poupette Smith, Elizabeth "Liz" Lafferty Woodman, Gail Southard Canzano, Dr. Parnell P. Hagerman, Cecilia Lanahan Ross, Edwina "Nina" Seybolt, Mary Brittingham
Airey Dinkins Ellis, Crista Grauer
(Front Row L to R) Danelle Bone, Candice Kasten, Anna "Annie" Edwards Brackman, Lindsay Archer, Adrienne Seligman, Kristine "Krissy" Craig, Sarah Campbell Janney, Adelaide "Addie" Goldfrank (Back Row L to R) Blair Sowers Seal, Elizabeth "Buffy" Cauthen Baird, Mahasin Uqdah, Bridget Read, Katrina "Kate"Strohman, Austi Vimmerstedt Campbell, Sherrie Corbin, Jaime Hale Bell
WE RECOGNIZE EXCEPTIONAL DEDICATION....
Allison Goodman Fleitas, Suzanne Nesbitt Pate
Dawn Erbe Irwin, Anne McIntyre Colclough, Tiffany d' Arville Myers, Virginia "Gigi" Abel Long
THE PEGGY SAMSON HARRIS '36 DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Given to an alumna who is characterized by her loyal devotion and outstanding efforts on behalf of Oldfields: Seashols Noell Starks '71
THE JANE ISDALE SCHAEFER '52 TRUSTEE PRIZE Given in recognition of lifelong dedication to Oldfields and its motto of Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart, ideals which Jane epitomizes: Heidi Ann duPont '95
THE ALUMNAE CUP The highest prize given by the Oldfields Alumnae Association, given to recognize outstanding trusteeship, singular service to Oldfields and sterling example of dedication and involvement: Emily Ford Embrey '76
Joan Jermakian '81 P'15 congratulates Seashols Noell Starks '71!
Thank you for your dedication, Heidi.
Your generosity is inspirational, Emily.
We look forward to seeing all classes represented at Alumnae Weekend 2017! Mark your calendars for April 28-30. The 150th Celebration is one party you will not want to miss! 22
Joan Carter Jermakian, Mary Ellen Power Rogers, Lynda Downey Henderson, Julia Souter
Alden Shorey Lattu, Louise Smith
SUMMER 2016
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Oldfields will be 150 years old in 2017! Shall we celebrate and return for Alumnae Weekend? FRIDA BARROW SINKLER '59
to my granddaughter's high school graduation in Portland, OR. She will attend the University of Oregon in the fall. My kids are all coming to the lake this summer. My daughter, Lisa, just moved to San Antonio, TX, with a new job as Director of Programs for the Texas Wildlife Association. Marie-Louise "Wawa" Graham Ingersoll - Marion Horwitz Parmenter '54 is still painting and has had several art exhibits around
San Francisco. She also makes beautiful necklaces and sent me one! I am still at Brandywine Museum part time. I give tours at Andrew Wyeth Studio and NC Wyeth Studio - five tours a day. Our beloved Frolic Weymouth (Patty Weymouth Hobb's '53 brother) died. He created Brandywine Museum of Art and Conservancy and saved over 62,000 acres of land! I wish every Oldfields alumnae would visit the museum! Also playing duplicate bridge and taking any course about current events. So, mind is still intact. Being 80 is a hoot, so far!
CLASS NOTES 1940
1950
Elizabeth "Betty" Williams Gookin - We are still enjoying life in
Martha "Billy" Isdale Beach
our country place, "The Oaks," near Warrenton, VA. We were open for Garden Week in Virginia in April 2015, followed by a grandson's wedding in May. We went to a lovely Oldfields Party at The Plains with wonderful Parny there too!
180 Springbrook Drive Winterville, GA 30683 mibeach180@gmail.com
1945 Class Agent: SUZANNE "SUSI" GREEN VAN ELLS 5805 W Harmon Avenue Space 272 Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-871-4329
1947
Frida Barrow Sinkler - I really have no new news, but do have a
challenge to the class of 1959. Oldfields will be 150 years old in 2017! Shall we celebrate and return for Alumnae Weekend? I plan to be there, and hope you will join me...please...please! Love to each of you! Lucy Kemper Pieh - I am facilitating grief support groups for hospice, life coaching, and teaching Louise Hay's Heal Your Life Work. Love having children and grandchildren around. My husband is repairing from a fall down the stairs, when he broke his neck and had a slight stroke. He is an amazing man and is working hard to get his life back, which he will. Alston Osgood Wolf - I have enjoyed watching the Hornets come from
the bottom to the playoffs this year. Delightful to watch our owner, Michael Jordan. So excited!
55TH REUNION
1962
706-742-8940
Lowrey Hardin Jones - Still loving family, friends, dogs, horses, gardening, bridge, church, adventure, along with many happy memories of Oldfields which directed me to enjoy all the above. Forever grateful for my years at Oldfields!
Class Agent: KATHARINE "KANDI" duPONT SANGER KduPSanger@aol.com 239-472-2040 Patricia "Patty" Reese Vanderwarker - I am enjoying life at Spring
Island, SC. Heading north to Martha's Vineyard in June. I will see Sheila Cochran Urmston '62. I will be visiting my son, Derek, in Boulder and
1951 70TH REUNION
Class Agent: JOAN "HEBE" STUART-WORTLEY BISHOP 18 Webber Avenue Bath, ME 04530 grandy@GWI.net 207-443-5082
will see Silvia Wust Puky '62 also in May.
Class Agent: HELEN "FREDDIE" FREDERICK GRAY 4 Steeples Road Washington Depot, CT 06794 grayhelenf@gmail.com 860-868-7649
Marie-Louise "Wawa" Graham Ingersoll '54 modelling her necklace made by Marion Horwitz Parmenter '54
Patricia Wright Hume - I spend the winter months in Florida with my daughter and the rest of the year on Pleasant Lake, New Hampshire. Still keep in touch with Elaine Foster '51. Also, still doing some archeology and garden club activities.
65TH REUNION
1948
1952
Anne Haight Dutka - I made it back to my 45th and 50th and, as I remember, Ann Brooke Holt '48 was the only other one there for both. It was amazing then to see all the changes, so it should be even more so now. It's hard to think our 70th (for the Class of 1948) will be coming up in a couple of years. My son-in-law and I belatedly celebrated my 85th birthday by going zip-lining in October in western Massachusetts, and I had a blast! All my kids (ages 58 to 55) are within 1.5 hours, and we get together often. I have no grandkids, only 3 "grandcats." I am still very active with a local hospital auxiliary and my church and serve on a local town committee so I am never bored. Best to all.
Jane Isdale Schaefer - I'm enjoying my new home in Connecticut, still on the water, sailing and playing golf. In Florida during the winter, I am on the Race Committee for The Sail Club, play golf, and enjoy woodworking at The Art Counter. I am excited about my granddaughter's wedding in September. The first of eleven!
1949 Mary "Jill" S. Ashmead - I'm still above ground. Come to think of it,
I'm just a kid. I play bridge with a friend who is 100, the other 90. I'm 88.
1954 Class Agents: MARIE-LOUISE "WAWA" GRAHAM INGERSOLL
Wawa1000@verizon.net
610-688-5851
ELIZABETH "WENDY" WOODHULL BERSING
761 Alliance Drive, #215 Virginia Beach, VA 23454 wbersing@yahoo.com 757-716-3178 caretaker and landscape gardener for "Mr. Las Vegas," Wayne Newton's, Montana home on Flathead Lake, and staying busy oil painting. Just went OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
1964 Class Agents: JACQUELIN "JACKIE" THOMAS CAREY 45 Lookout Point Ocean Pines, MD 21811 j.carey@mchsi.com 443-735-4275
1956 Class Agents: AIREY DINKINS ELLIS
100 Christwood Boulevard Apartment 252 Covington, LA 70433 aireyellis@bellsouth.net 985-893-5455
CINDA TRAIN LONGSTRETH
1803 Irving Street NW Washington, DC 20010 202-328-3965
CRISTA GRAUER
523 Broadway Apartment 2 New York, NY 10012 c.grauer@att.net 212-966-7932
1957
Alice Fisher Blood - I'm kayaking and sailing the lake as always. I'm the
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daughter is nearby, and our son is in California. I talk to Melinda Page Hamilton '59 and see her sometimes. She is great!
MARY "POLLY" HYDE CRAWFORD
P.O. Box 369 Berryville, VA 22611 mhc2@comcast.net 540-955-4541
60TH REUNION
1959
Tillie Page Laird - In April, Hunter and I went to South Africa, Zambia,
and Zimbabwe, plus three different safari camps in Botswana. We saw the "Big Five" - water buffalo, rhino, elephant, lion, and leopard - and were chased (in a Land Rover) by a huge matriarch elephant. We also found a male leopard in a tree with his kill - a large male impala.
Class Agent: FRIDA BARROW SINKLER 2180 Rosebank Road Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 fridamoore@aol.com 843-559-9144
1966
Glenn "Glennie" Reynolds Martin - Hi, all! I am living in Maryland,
CAROLYN ABERNETHY
not far from Oldfields! The School is fantastic. I know you would all be proud. My husband and I have two children and four grandchildren! Our SUMMER 2016
Class Agents: 710 Riverbank Road Stamford, CT 06903 Cgabernethy710@optonline.net
203-588-9061 25
Oldfields will be 150 years old in 2017! Shall we celebrate and return for Alumnae Weekend? FRIDA BARROW SINKLER '59
to my granddaughter's high school graduation in Portland, OR. She will attend the University of Oregon in the fall. My kids are all coming to the lake this summer. My daughter, Lisa, just moved to San Antonio, TX, with a new job as Director of Programs for the Texas Wildlife Association. Marie-Louise "Wawa" Graham Ingersoll - Marion Horwitz Parmenter '54 is still painting and has had several art exhibits around
San Francisco. She also makes beautiful necklaces and sent me one! I am still at Brandywine Museum part time. I give tours at Andrew Wyeth Studio and NC Wyeth Studio - five tours a day. Our beloved Frolic Weymouth (Patty Weymouth Hobb's '53 brother) died. He created Brandywine Museum of Art and Conservancy and saved over 62,000 acres of land! I wish every Oldfields alumnae would visit the museum! Also playing duplicate bridge and taking any course about current events. So, mind is still intact. Being 80 is a hoot, so far!
CLASS NOTES 1940
1950
Elizabeth "Betty" Williams Gookin - We are still enjoying life in
Martha "Billy" Isdale Beach
our country place, "The Oaks," near Warrenton, VA. We were open for Garden Week in Virginia in April 2015, followed by a grandson's wedding in May. We went to a lovely Oldfields Party at The Plains with wonderful Parny there too!
180 Springbrook Drive Winterville, GA 30683 mibeach180@gmail.com
1945 Class Agent: SUZANNE "SUSI" GREEN VAN ELLS 5805 W Harmon Avenue Space 272 Las Vegas, NV 89103 702-871-4329
1947
Frida Barrow Sinkler - I really have no new news, but do have a
challenge to the class of 1959. Oldfields will be 150 years old in 2017! Shall we celebrate and return for Alumnae Weekend? I plan to be there, and hope you will join me...please...please! Love to each of you! Lucy Kemper Pieh - I am facilitating grief support groups for hospice, life coaching, and teaching Louise Hay's Heal Your Life Work. Love having children and grandchildren around. My husband is repairing from a fall down the stairs, when he broke his neck and had a slight stroke. He is an amazing man and is working hard to get his life back, which he will. Alston Osgood Wolf - I have enjoyed watching the Hornets come from
the bottom to the playoffs this year. Delightful to watch our owner, Michael Jordan. So excited!
55TH REUNION
1962
706-742-8940
Lowrey Hardin Jones - Still loving family, friends, dogs, horses, gardening, bridge, church, adventure, along with many happy memories of Oldfields which directed me to enjoy all the above. Forever grateful for my years at Oldfields!
Class Agent: KATHARINE "KANDI" duPONT SANGER KduPSanger@aol.com 239-472-2040 Patricia "Patty" Reese Vanderwarker - I am enjoying life at Spring
Island, SC. Heading north to Martha's Vineyard in June. I will see Sheila Cochran Urmston '62. I will be visiting my son, Derek, in Boulder and
1951 70TH REUNION
Class Agent: JOAN "HEBE" STUART-WORTLEY BISHOP 18 Webber Avenue Bath, ME 04530 grandy@GWI.net 207-443-5082
will see Silvia Wust Puky '62 also in May.
Class Agent: HELEN "FREDDIE" FREDERICK GRAY 4 Steeples Road Washington Depot, CT 06794 grayhelenf@gmail.com 860-868-7649
Marie-Louise "Wawa" Graham Ingersoll '54 modelling her necklace made by Marion Horwitz Parmenter '54
Patricia Wright Hume - I spend the winter months in Florida with my daughter and the rest of the year on Pleasant Lake, New Hampshire. Still keep in touch with Elaine Foster '51. Also, still doing some archeology and garden club activities.
65TH REUNION
1948
1952
Anne Haight Dutka - I made it back to my 45th and 50th and, as I remember, Ann Brooke Holt '48 was the only other one there for both. It was amazing then to see all the changes, so it should be even more so now. It's hard to think our 70th (for the Class of 1948) will be coming up in a couple of years. My son-in-law and I belatedly celebrated my 85th birthday by going zip-lining in October in western Massachusetts, and I had a blast! All my kids (ages 58 to 55) are within 1.5 hours, and we get together often. I have no grandkids, only 3 "grandcats." I am still very active with a local hospital auxiliary and my church and serve on a local town committee so I am never bored. Best to all.
Jane Isdale Schaefer - I'm enjoying my new home in Connecticut, still on the water, sailing and playing golf. In Florida during the winter, I am on the Race Committee for The Sail Club, play golf, and enjoy woodworking at The Art Counter. I am excited about my granddaughter's wedding in September. The first of eleven!
1949 Mary "Jill" S. Ashmead - I'm still above ground. Come to think of it,
I'm just a kid. I play bridge with a friend who is 100, the other 90. I'm 88.
1954 Class Agents: MARIE-LOUISE "WAWA" GRAHAM INGERSOLL
Wawa1000@verizon.net
610-688-5851
ELIZABETH "WENDY" WOODHULL BERSING
761 Alliance Drive, #215 Virginia Beach, VA 23454 wbersing@yahoo.com 757-716-3178 caretaker and landscape gardener for "Mr. Las Vegas," Wayne Newton's, Montana home on Flathead Lake, and staying busy oil painting. Just went OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
1964 Class Agents: JACQUELIN "JACKIE" THOMAS CAREY 45 Lookout Point Ocean Pines, MD 21811 j.carey@mchsi.com 443-735-4275
1956 Class Agents: AIREY DINKINS ELLIS
100 Christwood Boulevard Apartment 252 Covington, LA 70433 aireyellis@bellsouth.net 985-893-5455
CINDA TRAIN LONGSTRETH
1803 Irving Street NW Washington, DC 20010 202-328-3965
CRISTA GRAUER
523 Broadway Apartment 2 New York, NY 10012 c.grauer@att.net 212-966-7932
1957
Alice Fisher Blood - I'm kayaking and sailing the lake as always. I'm the
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daughter is nearby, and our son is in California. I talk to Melinda Page Hamilton '59 and see her sometimes. She is great!
MARY "POLLY" HYDE CRAWFORD
P.O. Box 369 Berryville, VA 22611 mhc2@comcast.net 540-955-4541
60TH REUNION
1959
Tillie Page Laird - In April, Hunter and I went to South Africa, Zambia,
and Zimbabwe, plus three different safari camps in Botswana. We saw the "Big Five" - water buffalo, rhino, elephant, lion, and leopard - and were chased (in a Land Rover) by a huge matriarch elephant. We also found a male leopard in a tree with his kill - a large male impala.
Class Agent: FRIDA BARROW SINKLER 2180 Rosebank Road Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 fridamoore@aol.com 843-559-9144
1966
Glenn "Glennie" Reynolds Martin - Hi, all! I am living in Maryland,
CAROLYN ABERNETHY
not far from Oldfields! The School is fantastic. I know you would all be proud. My husband and I have two children and four grandchildren! Our SUMMER 2016
Class Agents: 710 Riverbank Road Stamford, CT 06903 Cgabernethy710@optonline.net
203-588-9061 25
None of us felt like it had been that long since we walked down Graduation Hill because, of course, we all look like we're in our 30s!
CL A S S N O TE S
ANTOINETTE "TONI" CARTER VREELAND '66
ANTOINETTE "TONI" CARTER VREELAND PO Box 1620 155 Bull Head Lane Bridgehampton, NY 11932 Toni.vreeland@gmail.com 631-537-7875
Antoinette "Toni" Carter Vreeland - I ventured down to OS for our 50th reunion in April, along with seven others from our class, and we had a blast! None of us felt like it had been that long since we walked down Graduation Hill because, of course, we all look like we're in our 30s! Ha!! In our dreams! We hadn't seen each other for ten years, but as usual, we picked right up where we left off. We had a wonderful time catching up with each other and plenty of laughs! Hopefully, we might get a bigger turnout at our next big one. I had a terrific winter down in Ocean Reef (Key Largo) and, among other things, attempted to improve my golf game, which seems to be an eternal wish! I'm now back in Bridgehampton for the summer. If anyone is out in my neck of the woods, I'd always love a visit!
1967
50TH REUNION
1968 Class Agent: GAY RICHARDSON SMITH 71 Quinsigamond Avenue Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 gaybesmith@gmail.com 315-794-4791
not happened yet. I love hiking, kayaking, and gardening and am outside as often as possible walking my dog, a yellow lab/golden retriever cross, with a gentle kind spirit. I feel I have aged gracefully and still look younger than I am with short grey hair, blue eyes, big smile, and still 5' tall. Six years ago, I gave up TV and spend my time knitting, reading with an active library card, helping out at my church, St. Paul's, and spending time with friends. Four years ago, St. Paul's Church chose me as their Micah Hero, one who honors justice, loves kindness, and walks humbly with God. I was deeply touched to be chosen, as I was very deeply touched when Oldfields chose me for the Elizabeth Leeds Award for courage, unselfishness, and largeness of heart. I look forward to being at Oldfields for our 50th reunion. Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72,
and Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74, for whose father, Crawford Hubbell, one of the apartments in new Garden House is named, came back to campus for Alumnae Weekend. The three sisters joined Head of School Dr. Parnell Hagerman in doing the honors at the ribbon cutting ceremony. We were delighted to have the Hubbell sisters here for the ceremony despite the long distances (from Minnesota and Oregon!) they had to travel. Shortly thereafter, on June 4, 2016, Crawford Cox Hubbell passed away peacefully at age 90 with his family by his side. Crawford entrusted three of his four daughters to Oldfields and was a tremendously positive force on Oldfields' Board of Trustees from 1973-1987. Thank you, girls, for coming back and giving back to Oldfields. Your father will always have our gratitude, and his name will be a part of Oldfields' history forever.
1969
I will return to work at Banfield later this summer after being sidelined since late January. by a broken upper right arm....slipping on ice getting a dog from the woods late on a dark Saturday night. Luckily a friend was nearby to call 911. Summer seems to be good for recovery, along with months of PT etc. Life returning to normal, finally! Holly Hall - Over the years, I have kept up with Oldfields news through Christopher Hubbell McCambridge '69, a dear friend and roommate
at Oldfields. When I graduated from Oldfields, I worked with the Grenfell Mission the summer before college, where I studied child development. I continued on to get my bachelor's in special education and elementary education and had a variety of teaching jobs for twenty-three years teaching in kindergarten, elementary grades, and as a reading teacher in elementary to junior high school in three different Vermont school systems. In June, 1996, the reading program I was teaching in was eliminated. In a leap of faith, I went to massage school in Vermont and now have a massage practice, Choice For Good Health, with a focus on relaxation and balancing body, mind, and soul. My dream was to get married, but that has
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Class Agent: GAIL SOUTHARD CANZANO 19 Vanderbilt Road West Hartford, CT 06119 gcanzanophd@comcast.net 860-232-3620
1971 Class Agents: KATHY SMITH GUILL
3711 San Felipe Apartment 4H Houston, TX 77027 Ksg510@icloud.net
713-304-0910
Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72, and Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74
Susalee Norris Sasser - Bill and I have just gotten back from Cameroon,
We have three adorable grandchildren ages five, three, and one and a half, and I love spending time with them.
Susan Gillette '71 and Margaret "Grace" Richards Coit '71 at Susan's son's wedding in New York
Sarah Brown Hopkins - Randy and I still live in Little Rock along with
both our girls and two grandchildren. I am loving being "Nana". In addition, I stay busy with our local garden club and the Arkansas Society of the National Society of Colonial Dames of America. My daughter, Beth (33), is married and the mom of Anna and Bryce. Catherine (29) is working as a zoo keeper at the Little Rock Zoo. Of course, Anna and Bryce think they have the best aunt.
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
Sarah Brown Hopkins '71 having tea with Santa, daughter, Anna, grandchildren, Beth and Bryce.
Seashols Starks - Such fun being at our 45th while also reminiscing,
4 Walnut Hill Place NW Atlanta, GA 31308 Sstarks2@bellsouth.net 404-352-0500
Africa on a mission trip. We are going to Nicaragua in July on another trip. I got to see Mary "Cooper" Wright Marino '70 at Thanksgiving last year when she visited Edisto with my cousin Pinkney Mikell. I talked to Boots Riegel '69 last month. She is well. Have also talked to Scott, Adker, and Dede after Tammis Day's '69 tragic death.
Virginia Osborne '03, daughter of Josie Brown Osborne '73, Beth Blackshaw and Catherine Hopkins, daughters of Sarah Brown Hopkins '71
1970
SEASHOLS STARKS
Melinda Wilson Fuller - Not much new news on my front....life still
revolves around Saratoga Springs and Lake George for me, my family, and dog, Jack (a yellow lab mix I rescued 3 yrs. ago). My older son, Jason, and his family live north of Boston, with my two grandsons, Teddy (5) and Will (8). My younger son, Chris, and his wife, 2 dogs and 2 cats, live north of San Diego, surrounded by a preserve known as Hell Hole Canyon Preserve! All doing great.
Jonny and Carrie Whitaker join Susalee Norris Sasser '69 and husband, Bill, with Caroline and Will Sasser at Momus Ball during Mardi Gras.
laughing, and visiting with those from neighboring classes '69, '70, and '72! Let's make Oldfields' 150th another cluster reunion next April. In the meantime, Eric and I will be going to the beach, dreaming up vacations, and enjoying life here in Hot 'Lanta. Sandra Washburn - During and after college, I was a social activist with public interest groups in Colorado, New York, and Washington DC. Later, armed with my newly minted MBA (1983), I settled in Dallas, TX. After a long career in the corporate world, I went back to school to earn my graduate certification in dispute resolution and mediated employment discrimination cases for the EEOC in Oklahoma. In June 2010, I began a program to introduce technology to level the academic playing field for blind and visually impaired students in Northern Uganda. We now also teach robotics and video game design to the sighted. We focus on secondary school students. I founded a 501c3 in the US and an international NGO in Uganda. Later this year we will be releasing a twenty minute documentary on our work. Please visit our website at www. oystersandpearls.org. Oldfields has come a long way in the intervening decades, and I'm glad to see that it is now thriving. Debbie Pool Wurzel - My husband and I recently moved to Skidaway
Island outside of Savannah, GA, and are loving life!! I'm still painting watercolors and hope to join the art scene here soon. Meanwhile, golf, tennis, marsh cruises, the birdlife, not to mention the social life here, keeps us very busy. I have reconnected with Betsy Bristol Sayen '70 who also enjoys this wonderful paradise. Check out the video at Landings.org.
1972
45TH REUNION
Class Agent: LULU LAUBENSTEIN GOOD Lulu.laubenstein@gmail.com 215-836-9391 27
None of us felt like it had been that long since we walked down Graduation Hill because, of course, we all look like we're in our 30s!
CL A S S N O TE S
ANTOINETTE "TONI" CARTER VREELAND '66
ANTOINETTE "TONI" CARTER VREELAND PO Box 1620 155 Bull Head Lane Bridgehampton, NY 11932 Toni.vreeland@gmail.com 631-537-7875
Antoinette "Toni" Carter Vreeland - I ventured down to OS for our 50th reunion in April, along with seven others from our class, and we had a blast! None of us felt like it had been that long since we walked down Graduation Hill because, of course, we all look like we're in our 30s! Ha!! In our dreams! We hadn't seen each other for ten years, but as usual, we picked right up where we left off. We had a wonderful time catching up with each other and plenty of laughs! Hopefully, we might get a bigger turnout at our next big one. I had a terrific winter down in Ocean Reef (Key Largo) and, among other things, attempted to improve my golf game, which seems to be an eternal wish! I'm now back in Bridgehampton for the summer. If anyone is out in my neck of the woods, I'd always love a visit!
1967
50TH REUNION
1968 Class Agent: GAY RICHARDSON SMITH 71 Quinsigamond Avenue Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 gaybesmith@gmail.com 315-794-4791
not happened yet. I love hiking, kayaking, and gardening and am outside as often as possible walking my dog, a yellow lab/golden retriever cross, with a gentle kind spirit. I feel I have aged gracefully and still look younger than I am with short grey hair, blue eyes, big smile, and still 5' tall. Six years ago, I gave up TV and spend my time knitting, reading with an active library card, helping out at my church, St. Paul's, and spending time with friends. Four years ago, St. Paul's Church chose me as their Micah Hero, one who honors justice, loves kindness, and walks humbly with God. I was deeply touched to be chosen, as I was very deeply touched when Oldfields chose me for the Elizabeth Leeds Award for courage, unselfishness, and largeness of heart. I look forward to being at Oldfields for our 50th reunion. Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72,
and Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74, for whose father, Crawford Hubbell, one of the apartments in new Garden House is named, came back to campus for Alumnae Weekend. The three sisters joined Head of School Dr. Parnell Hagerman in doing the honors at the ribbon cutting ceremony. We were delighted to have the Hubbell sisters here for the ceremony despite the long distances (from Minnesota and Oregon!) they had to travel. Shortly thereafter, on June 4, 2016, Crawford Cox Hubbell passed away peacefully at age 90 with his family by his side. Crawford entrusted three of his four daughters to Oldfields and was a tremendously positive force on Oldfields' Board of Trustees from 1973-1987. Thank you, girls, for coming back and giving back to Oldfields. Your father will always have our gratitude, and his name will be a part of Oldfields' history forever.
1969
I will return to work at Banfield later this summer after being sidelined since late January. by a broken upper right arm....slipping on ice getting a dog from the woods late on a dark Saturday night. Luckily a friend was nearby to call 911. Summer seems to be good for recovery, along with months of PT etc. Life returning to normal, finally! Holly Hall - Over the years, I have kept up with Oldfields news through Christopher Hubbell McCambridge '69, a dear friend and roommate
at Oldfields. When I graduated from Oldfields, I worked with the Grenfell Mission the summer before college, where I studied child development. I continued on to get my bachelor's in special education and elementary education and had a variety of teaching jobs for twenty-three years teaching in kindergarten, elementary grades, and as a reading teacher in elementary to junior high school in three different Vermont school systems. In June, 1996, the reading program I was teaching in was eliminated. In a leap of faith, I went to massage school in Vermont and now have a massage practice, Choice For Good Health, with a focus on relaxation and balancing body, mind, and soul. My dream was to get married, but that has
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Class Agent: GAIL SOUTHARD CANZANO 19 Vanderbilt Road West Hartford, CT 06119 gcanzanophd@comcast.net 860-232-3620
1971 Class Agents: KATHY SMITH GUILL
3711 San Felipe Apartment 4H Houston, TX 77027 Ksg510@icloud.net
713-304-0910
Chris Hubbell McCambridge '69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson '72, and Cathy Hubbell Wilson '74
Susalee Norris Sasser - Bill and I have just gotten back from Cameroon,
We have three adorable grandchildren ages five, three, and one and a half, and I love spending time with them.
Susan Gillette '71 and Margaret "Grace" Richards Coit '71 at Susan's son's wedding in New York
Sarah Brown Hopkins - Randy and I still live in Little Rock along with
both our girls and two grandchildren. I am loving being "Nana". In addition, I stay busy with our local garden club and the Arkansas Society of the National Society of Colonial Dames of America. My daughter, Beth (33), is married and the mom of Anna and Bryce. Catherine (29) is working as a zoo keeper at the Little Rock Zoo. Of course, Anna and Bryce think they have the best aunt.
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
Sarah Brown Hopkins '71 having tea with Santa, daughter, Anna, grandchildren, Beth and Bryce.
Seashols Starks - Such fun being at our 45th while also reminiscing,
4 Walnut Hill Place NW Atlanta, GA 31308 Sstarks2@bellsouth.net 404-352-0500
Africa on a mission trip. We are going to Nicaragua in July on another trip. I got to see Mary "Cooper" Wright Marino '70 at Thanksgiving last year when she visited Edisto with my cousin Pinkney Mikell. I talked to Boots Riegel '69 last month. She is well. Have also talked to Scott, Adker, and Dede after Tammis Day's '69 tragic death.
Virginia Osborne '03, daughter of Josie Brown Osborne '73, Beth Blackshaw and Catherine Hopkins, daughters of Sarah Brown Hopkins '71
1970
SEASHOLS STARKS
Melinda Wilson Fuller - Not much new news on my front....life still
revolves around Saratoga Springs and Lake George for me, my family, and dog, Jack (a yellow lab mix I rescued 3 yrs. ago). My older son, Jason, and his family live north of Boston, with my two grandsons, Teddy (5) and Will (8). My younger son, Chris, and his wife, 2 dogs and 2 cats, live north of San Diego, surrounded by a preserve known as Hell Hole Canyon Preserve! All doing great.
Jonny and Carrie Whitaker join Susalee Norris Sasser '69 and husband, Bill, with Caroline and Will Sasser at Momus Ball during Mardi Gras.
laughing, and visiting with those from neighboring classes '69, '70, and '72! Let's make Oldfields' 150th another cluster reunion next April. In the meantime, Eric and I will be going to the beach, dreaming up vacations, and enjoying life here in Hot 'Lanta. Sandra Washburn - During and after college, I was a social activist with public interest groups in Colorado, New York, and Washington DC. Later, armed with my newly minted MBA (1983), I settled in Dallas, TX. After a long career in the corporate world, I went back to school to earn my graduate certification in dispute resolution and mediated employment discrimination cases for the EEOC in Oklahoma. In June 2010, I began a program to introduce technology to level the academic playing field for blind and visually impaired students in Northern Uganda. We now also teach robotics and video game design to the sighted. We focus on secondary school students. I founded a 501c3 in the US and an international NGO in Uganda. Later this year we will be releasing a twenty minute documentary on our work. Please visit our website at www. oystersandpearls.org. Oldfields has come a long way in the intervening decades, and I'm glad to see that it is now thriving. Debbie Pool Wurzel - My husband and I recently moved to Skidaway
Island outside of Savannah, GA, and are loving life!! I'm still painting watercolors and hope to join the art scene here soon. Meanwhile, golf, tennis, marsh cruises, the birdlife, not to mention the social life here, keeps us very busy. I have reconnected with Betsy Bristol Sayen '70 who also enjoys this wonderful paradise. Check out the video at Landings.org.
1972
45TH REUNION
Class Agent: LULU LAUBENSTEIN GOOD Lulu.laubenstein@gmail.com 215-836-9391 27
Being a "Nana" is the best!! Looking forward to returning to OS and catching up!!
CL A S S N O TE S
NATALIE MORGAN MACY '72
Lulu Laubenstein Good - I had the honor of officiating at my nephew's
wedding in mid-June. I am happy to report I didn't inhale any bugs, and the wedding went off without a hitch! Our son, Anderson, is loving life in Washington, DC, and is looking forward to his second coaching season with the George Washington University squash teams. We are all working hard to pull together a wonderful 150th birthday party for Oldfields in 2017, so mark your calendars now for the last weekend of April!
Audrey Coxe Cadwallader '74 on Top of the World! What do Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, Mount Rainier, Mount Hood, fifteen of the "fourteeners"(mountains in Colorado over 14,000 feet), and Mount Elbrus have in common? Audrey Coxe Cadwallader has climbed them all! An amazing feat for anyone, but made even more spectacular because, as Audrey explains, "I came to this passion late in the game." With a trip planned this summer to tackle Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps, Audrey shows no signs of slowing down! At age 54, while visiting Telluride, Colorado, she rekindled a childhood passion for hiking mountains. Having a summer home in New England, she trains in Maine by walking on the treadmill at a 40% grade, hiking with 25-45 lbs. of weight on her back, and sometimes even dragging a tire along behind her! Audrey has had many life-changing experiences during her climbing
Lulu Laubenstein Good '72 officiated at her nephew's wedding. Is there anything she can't do?
Natalie Morgan Macy - I've been enjoying retirement and have been
busy this past year with home projects, gardening, Questers field trips, volunteering, some travel, and spending time with family and friends. Spent a wonderful "girls' summer weekend" with my daughter, Louisa, exploring some New England coastline, catching up, and experiencing her world first hand. Closer to home, I enjoy time with my son, Alex, and his wife, Cecily, and my precious grandson, Jack. Being a "Nana" is the best!! Looking forward to returning to OS and catching up!!
1974 Class Agent: CAROL ATTERBURY zebracrazy@mac.com Diana Kaiser Bulger - Tom and I are enjoying weekend trips on our boat
with the doggies. Great to see Patricia "Perri" Wight Green '70, and Taylor and Judy Smith at Hilary Gardner Swain's '72 luncheon in May.
adventures, maybe none more powerful than her 2014 climb to base camp at Everest. Her group left basecamp one day prior to the deadliest avalanche in the mountain's history in which 16 Sherpas were killed. She was at base camp along with Joby Ogwyn, the wingsuit flier and BASE jumper, who was working on a Discovery Channel documentary at the time of the tragedy. "This experience brought home to me just how intense climbing truly is. There are some ways to protect yourself, but you are at the mercy of the mountain and survive by the grace of God. You choose the risk." Even after this tragic event, Audrey's passion for climbing did not wane. She is planning a trip this winter to Antarctica where she plans to climb Vinson Massif and ski to the South Pole! Audrey's son, Tim, shares his mom's zest for climbing. He is involved with organizations such as Climb for Conservation, a nonprofit that explores wild places in order to raise awareness and fundraise for important conservation issues, and Trekking for Kids, which fundraises for orphans living in the shadow of some of the world's most coveted adventure destinations. Audrey credits Oldfields, in part, for her determination and optimism. She remembers the guidance of Assistant Headmaster Taylor Smith and the Oldfields Riding Program which helped her to develop grit, discipline, and a desire to jump headfirst into her passions.
Audrey, you are truly an inspiration. Maybe some of your Oldfields sisters will join you on your next climb!
Diana Kaiser Bulger '74 and her husband, Tom, enjoying a weekend boat trip with their dogs.
1975 Class Agent: NANCY O'CONNOR ABENDSHEIN 3714 Wickersham Lane Houston, TX 77027 nancyabend@me.com 713-840-1664 28
1976
The old pool was removed - replaced with floral landscaping. Nice to see classmates Ann Miranda Cooter '78 and Carlisle VanMeter Mayer '78. My husband, Dave, and I will be married eleven years in June. We have five rescue cats who keep us laughing!
Class Agents: HILARY COOPER
151 Millerton Road P.O. Box 1497 Lakeview, CT 06039 hilcoop@gmail.com 860-435-9010 MOLLIE JOHNSON WILLIAMS
1340 Oak Ridge Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 loggcabin@cox.net 757-714-4214 Ellen Burton Brown - I worked at my family business after college, then
went on to buy and own The Body Shop, a British franchise business which I ran for 25 years on the island of Bermuda. I currently work four part-time jobs: I am a property manager for five houses; I work for various people maintaining small gardens; three days a week, I look after a middle-aged woman who had had brain cancer a decade ago, which sadly left her brain damaged; and I also clean homes/offices. My big 60 is this year. Still deciding what to do in celebration of this milestone. Any suggestions? Please let me know. Love to come to celebrate 150th of OS. However, it is the start of the America's Cup races in Bermuda in June 2017! My late father was one of the many people who was instrumental in getting it to come to Bermuda. Annievive "AV" Crain Palm - My husband, Tomas, and I are living outside Austin in an adorable town called Wimberley. It is in the heart of the Texas hill country and especially beautiful with wildflowers this spring. We have several rental properties: cabins, homes, and small wedding venues. Any Oldfields alums heading this way - check out HeartofTexasGetaways.com!
40TH REUNION
1977
Ann Miranda Cooter '78 P'15 and Vanessa Norman Weber '73 P'16 at Graduation 2016.
1979 Laura Carr - I'm getting some much needed hands-on experience with audio, such as the sound board operator for a local musical production. I'm working a small part of the sound board because there is so much to it, but it's part of a dream come true.
1980 Class Agent: ANDREA ANDERSON GAGNON tilt1985@yahoo.com 207-459-0748
1981 Class Agents: HEATHER WISTAR LABUDDE
hlabudde@verizon.net
Class Agents: ROBIN BROWN
MARY ELLEN POWER
vexil7740@comcast.net
Mepower2@gmail.com
BARBARA TROTTER COLLINS
Joan Carter Jermakian - I had such a wonderful 35th reunion weekend
btc1959@icloud.com
830-377-7167
Lois Beck Dunbar - Hello everyone! Change is the only thing one can
count on in life. As many of you know, my father, James Beck, passed away on May 29, 2016. Although we are grieving, I took great comfort in seeing many familiar Oldfields faculty and friends at the viewing and funeral. I was able to inform my dad before he passed that he would soon be a great-grandfather to a baby boy. The baby's name will be James. Thank you to all who shared their sweet stories about their memories of my father. Seeing him through the eyes of others lessened my grief. Hope everyone is well and thriving.
1978 Alice Wailes Steiner - I enjoyed Alumnae Weekend this year. The Garden House faculty apartments are beautiful! Lunch and dinner was very good.
with my girls: Jennifer "Jenny" Cabell McQuaid '81, Mary Ellen Powers Rogers '81, Carolyn "Lyn" Obrecht Snyder '81, Linda Downey Henderson '81, and Julie Souter '81. If you couldn't make it, know that you were dearly missed. Rosie continues to love NYC and works at Threads for Thought as their national sales manager in active wear. Claire '15 is a rising sophomore at James Madison University. I have recently moved into the newly built Garden House. It is truly spectacular. Come and visit. We are in the midst of planning the 150th Celebration during Alumnae Weekend April 28-30, 2017. More exciting news - the School is not charging anything for the weekend because we want to encourage as many as possible to share and rejoice in this once in a lifetime celebration, but we hope that many will choose to make a donation honoring the history of the School or a beloved teacher or staff member. I can't wait to see all of my Oldfields sisters here!
Audrey '74 at Aconcagua Summit – 22,841 feet! OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
29
Being a "Nana" is the best!! Looking forward to returning to OS and catching up!!
CL A S S N O TE S
NATALIE MORGAN MACY '72
Lulu Laubenstein Good - I had the honor of officiating at my nephew's
wedding in mid-June. I am happy to report I didn't inhale any bugs, and the wedding went off without a hitch! Our son, Anderson, is loving life in Washington, DC, and is looking forward to his second coaching season with the George Washington University squash teams. We are all working hard to pull together a wonderful 150th birthday party for Oldfields in 2017, so mark your calendars now for the last weekend of April!
Audrey Coxe Cadwallader '74 on Top of the World! What do Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, Mount Rainier, Mount Hood, fifteen of the "fourteeners"(mountains in Colorado over 14,000 feet), and Mount Elbrus have in common? Audrey Coxe Cadwallader has climbed them all! An amazing feat for anyone, but made even more spectacular because, as Audrey explains, "I came to this passion late in the game." With a trip planned this summer to tackle Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps, Audrey shows no signs of slowing down! At age 54, while visiting Telluride, Colorado, she rekindled a childhood passion for hiking mountains. Having a summer home in New England, she trains in Maine by walking on the treadmill at a 40% grade, hiking with 25-45 lbs. of weight on her back, and sometimes even dragging a tire along behind her! Audrey has had many life-changing experiences during her climbing
Lulu Laubenstein Good '72 officiated at her nephew's wedding. Is there anything she can't do?
Natalie Morgan Macy - I've been enjoying retirement and have been
busy this past year with home projects, gardening, Questers field trips, volunteering, some travel, and spending time with family and friends. Spent a wonderful "girls' summer weekend" with my daughter, Louisa, exploring some New England coastline, catching up, and experiencing her world first hand. Closer to home, I enjoy time with my son, Alex, and his wife, Cecily, and my precious grandson, Jack. Being a "Nana" is the best!! Looking forward to returning to OS and catching up!!
1974 Class Agent: CAROL ATTERBURY zebracrazy@mac.com Diana Kaiser Bulger - Tom and I are enjoying weekend trips on our boat
with the doggies. Great to see Patricia "Perri" Wight Green '70, and Taylor and Judy Smith at Hilary Gardner Swain's '72 luncheon in May.
adventures, maybe none more powerful than her 2014 climb to base camp at Everest. Her group left basecamp one day prior to the deadliest avalanche in the mountain's history in which 16 Sherpas were killed. She was at base camp along with Joby Ogwyn, the wingsuit flier and BASE jumper, who was working on a Discovery Channel documentary at the time of the tragedy. "This experience brought home to me just how intense climbing truly is. There are some ways to protect yourself, but you are at the mercy of the mountain and survive by the grace of God. You choose the risk." Even after this tragic event, Audrey's passion for climbing did not wane. She is planning a trip this winter to Antarctica where she plans to climb Vinson Massif and ski to the South Pole! Audrey's son, Tim, shares his mom's zest for climbing. He is involved with organizations such as Climb for Conservation, a nonprofit that explores wild places in order to raise awareness and fundraise for important conservation issues, and Trekking for Kids, which fundraises for orphans living in the shadow of some of the world's most coveted adventure destinations. Audrey credits Oldfields, in part, for her determination and optimism. She remembers the guidance of Assistant Headmaster Taylor Smith and the Oldfields Riding Program which helped her to develop grit, discipline, and a desire to jump headfirst into her passions.
Audrey, you are truly an inspiration. Maybe some of your Oldfields sisters will join you on your next climb!
Diana Kaiser Bulger '74 and her husband, Tom, enjoying a weekend boat trip with their dogs.
1975 Class Agent: NANCY O'CONNOR ABENDSHEIN 3714 Wickersham Lane Houston, TX 77027 nancyabend@me.com 713-840-1664 28
1976
The old pool was removed - replaced with floral landscaping. Nice to see classmates Ann Miranda Cooter '78 and Carlisle VanMeter Mayer '78. My husband, Dave, and I will be married eleven years in June. We have five rescue cats who keep us laughing!
Class Agents: HILARY COOPER
151 Millerton Road P.O. Box 1497 Lakeview, CT 06039 hilcoop@gmail.com 860-435-9010 MOLLIE JOHNSON WILLIAMS
1340 Oak Ridge Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 loggcabin@cox.net 757-714-4214 Ellen Burton Brown - I worked at my family business after college, then
went on to buy and own The Body Shop, a British franchise business which I ran for 25 years on the island of Bermuda. I currently work four part-time jobs: I am a property manager for five houses; I work for various people maintaining small gardens; three days a week, I look after a middle-aged woman who had had brain cancer a decade ago, which sadly left her brain damaged; and I also clean homes/offices. My big 60 is this year. Still deciding what to do in celebration of this milestone. Any suggestions? Please let me know. Love to come to celebrate 150th of OS. However, it is the start of the America's Cup races in Bermuda in June 2017! My late father was one of the many people who was instrumental in getting it to come to Bermuda. Annievive "AV" Crain Palm - My husband, Tomas, and I are living outside Austin in an adorable town called Wimberley. It is in the heart of the Texas hill country and especially beautiful with wildflowers this spring. We have several rental properties: cabins, homes, and small wedding venues. Any Oldfields alums heading this way - check out HeartofTexasGetaways.com!
40TH REUNION
1977
Ann Miranda Cooter '78 P'15 and Vanessa Norman Weber '73 P'16 at Graduation 2016.
1979 Laura Carr - I'm getting some much needed hands-on experience with audio, such as the sound board operator for a local musical production. I'm working a small part of the sound board because there is so much to it, but it's part of a dream come true.
1980 Class Agent: ANDREA ANDERSON GAGNON tilt1985@yahoo.com 207-459-0748
1981 Class Agents: HEATHER WISTAR LABUDDE
hlabudde@verizon.net
Class Agents: ROBIN BROWN
MARY ELLEN POWER
vexil7740@comcast.net
Mepower2@gmail.com
BARBARA TROTTER COLLINS
Joan Carter Jermakian - I had such a wonderful 35th reunion weekend
btc1959@icloud.com
830-377-7167
Lois Beck Dunbar - Hello everyone! Change is the only thing one can
count on in life. As many of you know, my father, James Beck, passed away on May 29, 2016. Although we are grieving, I took great comfort in seeing many familiar Oldfields faculty and friends at the viewing and funeral. I was able to inform my dad before he passed that he would soon be a great-grandfather to a baby boy. The baby's name will be James. Thank you to all who shared their sweet stories about their memories of my father. Seeing him through the eyes of others lessened my grief. Hope everyone is well and thriving.
1978 Alice Wailes Steiner - I enjoyed Alumnae Weekend this year. The Garden House faculty apartments are beautiful! Lunch and dinner was very good.
with my girls: Jennifer "Jenny" Cabell McQuaid '81, Mary Ellen Powers Rogers '81, Carolyn "Lyn" Obrecht Snyder '81, Linda Downey Henderson '81, and Julie Souter '81. If you couldn't make it, know that you were dearly missed. Rosie continues to love NYC and works at Threads for Thought as their national sales manager in active wear. Claire '15 is a rising sophomore at James Madison University. I have recently moved into the newly built Garden House. It is truly spectacular. Come and visit. We are in the midst of planning the 150th Celebration during Alumnae Weekend April 28-30, 2017. More exciting news - the School is not charging anything for the weekend because we want to encourage as many as possible to share and rejoice in this once in a lifetime celebration, but we hope that many will choose to make a donation honoring the history of the School or a beloved teacher or staff member. I can't wait to see all of my Oldfields sisters here!
Audrey '74 at Aconcagua Summit – 22,841 feet! OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
29
I hope that lots of OS friends will put the Oldfields 150th on their calendars for April 2017 and travel back to Glencoe for an amazing and fun weekend!
CL A S S N O TE S
HEIDI duPONT '95
VIRGINIA "GIGI" ABEL LONG
CYNTHIA VAN DER NAT-CRISCUOLO
GEORGIA CRAWFORD NETTLES
Gigilong68@yahoo.com
14416 Clubhouse Rd Gainesville, VA 20155 cynthiavandernat@hotmail.com
1309 Scotts Creek Circle Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 georgianettles@yahoo.com
30TH REUNION
1987
Ngina Simpson Shulman - Hi everyone! We moved to the Pacific Northwest two years ago. It is a change of pace from the East Coast, but we are really enjoying it. If you are ever in Seattle, let me know.
Class Agent: JILL ROMANOWICZ UNRUH jillunruh@comcast.net
Jennifer "Jenny" Cabell McQuaid '81, Mary Ellen Powers Rogers '81, Joan Carter Jermakian '81, P'15, and Carolyn "Lyn" Obrecht Snyder '81 at their 35th reunion.
Heather Wistar LaBudde - I wanted to share photos of my two sons,
Chris, age 16, who loves soccer, and Timothy, age 13, who loves music, youth group, and riding the tandem bike with me!
1988
1994
Class Agents: BARBARA "BABS" BAISLEY 852 Davidson Crossing Davidsonville, MD 21035 kelp00bab@hotmail.com 703-998-4061
Class Agent: KELLY GARRELS GOULART kellyggoulart@gmail.com 813-428-6009
443-642-5165
Oldfields family we all have!!!! Ethan Hugo and his big sister, children of Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom
717-515-1222
Clary '95
1991 Class Agents:
1982
35TH REUNION
Class Agent: ADRIENNE RUSSO MACH 18934 Calder Avenue Parkton, MD 21120 adriennerusso1@gmail.com 443-414-7900
LELEI JENNINGS COYLE
Leleicoyle2gamil.com ALLISON GOODMAN FLEITAS
agfleitas@comcast.net
25TH REUNION
1992
1984
Class Agents:
Class Agent: ASIFA HASSAM abhpasha@gmail.com 301-910-3088
3772 Montevallo Road Birmingham, AL 35213 mevans@raypoynor.com
1985 Class Agent: PAMELA "PAM" CROWDER-THOMPSON 534 Anneslie Road Baltimore, MD 21212 pamcrowder2015@gmail.com
1986 Class Agents: TEENU AGARWAL-HEBBAR
teenu@mac.com ANNE MCINTYRE COLCLOUGH
colcloughanne@hotmail.com
30
Celebrating Caroline Bowers Evans '94 (front left) celebrates her 40th birthday with Caroline Jones Ruhl '95.
Jennifer Widmer Bazela '94 and Caroline Bowers Evans '94
Heidi duPont - 2015 was lots of fun with trips to some new places and some old favorite spots. Two highlights were traveling to Morocco last spring - doing everything from shopping the amazing markets, to eating copious amounts of REAL couscous and riding camels in the desert. Later in the year, I visited Barcelona with my mom and uncle, who traveled to meet us there from his home in Australia. Speaking of travel, I hope that lots of OS friends will put the Oldfields 150th on their calendars for April 2017 and travel back to Glencoe for an amazing and fun weekend! It would be a great chance to catch up with EVERYONE!
1995
MARY SIMMONS EVANS
Class Agents: BRYNNE HARTLEY PECK
205-447-5562
ALYSSA BOYLE STARZYK
PO BOX 1960 Edgartown, MA 02539 absmvy@gmail.com 617-719-6498
400 Glen Road Portsmouth, RI 02871 ackdesigns@icloud.com
401-293-0442
Addie Goldfrank '96, Buffy Cauthen '96, Heidi duPont '95, and special OS girl, "Blaze" (from the litter of Georgia Crawford Nettles' '95 family!)
1993
1996
Class Agents: ALICE P. FENDLEY
9869 Meetze Road Midland, VA 22728 alicepfendley@gmail.com
Class Agents: 540-788-3940
NGINA SIMPSON SHULMAN
nginas@yahoo.com
as a salesperson with Skurnik Wines (a wine and spirits import and distribution company based in Manhattan) and enjoying it very much. I'm not able to visit my producers as much as I did pre-children, but maybe that will change as my kids get older. I live with my husband and kids in Park Slope, Brooklyn, and welcome any OS visitors! Email me at emh110@gmail.com.
Missing were my birthday twins Kelly Garrels Gouart '94 and Emilie
KELLY SANDERS-KARPULK
Timothy, son of Heather Wistar LaBudde '81
Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary - I'm approaching my 14th year
Morneau Rabke '94. Cheers to the best years ahead!!!! Love the
430 Green Valley Road York, PA 17403 K.sanderskarpulk@yahoo.com Chris, son of Heather Wistar LaBudde '81
843-532-8437
Caroline Bowers Evans - I celebrated my 40th birthday in Timonium, Maryland, this past June. Jennifer Widmer Bazela '94 was the greatest surprise birthday present! Special thanks to Caroline Jones Ruhl '95 for putting my special dinner together. Jody Cowan Evans '94 was also in attendance.
CHARELLE D. JAMES
1317 Emmaus Court Joppa, MD 21085 charellejames@hotmail.com
443-610-9697
301-213-9329 OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Laura Turnbull Parkins '95 and her daughter Ava and Erica Taylor '93 with daughter, Sage, at lunch with Reeves “Deetzie” Walker '71. SUMMER 2016
Christine Edwards '95 hosts party attended by Alex Thomas Vaughan '97, Hilary Gardner Swain '72, and Heidi duPont '96
ADRIENNE SELIGMAN
alseligman@yahoo.com BLAIR SOWERS-SEAL
sowersb@gmail.com 31
I hope that lots of OS friends will put the Oldfields 150th on their calendars for April 2017 and travel back to Glencoe for an amazing and fun weekend!
CL A S S N O TE S
HEIDI duPONT '95
VIRGINIA "GIGI" ABEL LONG
CYNTHIA VAN DER NAT-CRISCUOLO
GEORGIA CRAWFORD NETTLES
Gigilong68@yahoo.com
14416 Clubhouse Rd Gainesville, VA 20155 cynthiavandernat@hotmail.com
1309 Scotts Creek Circle Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 georgianettles@yahoo.com
30TH REUNION
1987
Ngina Simpson Shulman - Hi everyone! We moved to the Pacific Northwest two years ago. It is a change of pace from the East Coast, but we are really enjoying it. If you are ever in Seattle, let me know.
Class Agent: JILL ROMANOWICZ UNRUH jillunruh@comcast.net
Jennifer "Jenny" Cabell McQuaid '81, Mary Ellen Powers Rogers '81, Joan Carter Jermakian '81, P'15, and Carolyn "Lyn" Obrecht Snyder '81 at their 35th reunion.
Heather Wistar LaBudde - I wanted to share photos of my two sons,
Chris, age 16, who loves soccer, and Timothy, age 13, who loves music, youth group, and riding the tandem bike with me!
1988
1994
Class Agents: BARBARA "BABS" BAISLEY 852 Davidson Crossing Davidsonville, MD 21035 kelp00bab@hotmail.com 703-998-4061
Class Agent: KELLY GARRELS GOULART kellyggoulart@gmail.com 813-428-6009
443-642-5165
Oldfields family we all have!!!! Ethan Hugo and his big sister, children of Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom
717-515-1222
Clary '95
1991 Class Agents:
1982
35TH REUNION
Class Agent: ADRIENNE RUSSO MACH 18934 Calder Avenue Parkton, MD 21120 adriennerusso1@gmail.com 443-414-7900
LELEI JENNINGS COYLE
Leleicoyle2gamil.com ALLISON GOODMAN FLEITAS
agfleitas@comcast.net
25TH REUNION
1992
1984
Class Agents:
Class Agent: ASIFA HASSAM abhpasha@gmail.com 301-910-3088
3772 Montevallo Road Birmingham, AL 35213 mevans@raypoynor.com
1985 Class Agent: PAMELA "PAM" CROWDER-THOMPSON 534 Anneslie Road Baltimore, MD 21212 pamcrowder2015@gmail.com
1986 Class Agents: TEENU AGARWAL-HEBBAR
teenu@mac.com ANNE MCINTYRE COLCLOUGH
colcloughanne@hotmail.com
30
Celebrating Caroline Bowers Evans '94 (front left) celebrates her 40th birthday with Caroline Jones Ruhl '95.
Jennifer Widmer Bazela '94 and Caroline Bowers Evans '94
Heidi duPont - 2015 was lots of fun with trips to some new places and some old favorite spots. Two highlights were traveling to Morocco last spring - doing everything from shopping the amazing markets, to eating copious amounts of REAL couscous and riding camels in the desert. Later in the year, I visited Barcelona with my mom and uncle, who traveled to meet us there from his home in Australia. Speaking of travel, I hope that lots of OS friends will put the Oldfields 150th on their calendars for April 2017 and travel back to Glencoe for an amazing and fun weekend! It would be a great chance to catch up with EVERYONE!
1995
MARY SIMMONS EVANS
Class Agents: BRYNNE HARTLEY PECK
205-447-5562
ALYSSA BOYLE STARZYK
PO BOX 1960 Edgartown, MA 02539 absmvy@gmail.com 617-719-6498
400 Glen Road Portsmouth, RI 02871 ackdesigns@icloud.com
401-293-0442
Addie Goldfrank '96, Buffy Cauthen '96, Heidi duPont '95, and special OS girl, "Blaze" (from the litter of Georgia Crawford Nettles' '95 family!)
1993
1996
Class Agents: ALICE P. FENDLEY
9869 Meetze Road Midland, VA 22728 alicepfendley@gmail.com
Class Agents: 540-788-3940
NGINA SIMPSON SHULMAN
nginas@yahoo.com
as a salesperson with Skurnik Wines (a wine and spirits import and distribution company based in Manhattan) and enjoying it very much. I'm not able to visit my producers as much as I did pre-children, but maybe that will change as my kids get older. I live with my husband and kids in Park Slope, Brooklyn, and welcome any OS visitors! Email me at emh110@gmail.com.
Missing were my birthday twins Kelly Garrels Gouart '94 and Emilie
KELLY SANDERS-KARPULK
Timothy, son of Heather Wistar LaBudde '81
Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary - I'm approaching my 14th year
Morneau Rabke '94. Cheers to the best years ahead!!!! Love the
430 Green Valley Road York, PA 17403 K.sanderskarpulk@yahoo.com Chris, son of Heather Wistar LaBudde '81
843-532-8437
Caroline Bowers Evans - I celebrated my 40th birthday in Timonium, Maryland, this past June. Jennifer Widmer Bazela '94 was the greatest surprise birthday present! Special thanks to Caroline Jones Ruhl '95 for putting my special dinner together. Jody Cowan Evans '94 was also in attendance.
CHARELLE D. JAMES
1317 Emmaus Court Joppa, MD 21085 charellejames@hotmail.com
443-610-9697
301-213-9329 OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Laura Turnbull Parkins '95 and her daughter Ava and Erica Taylor '93 with daughter, Sage, at lunch with Reeves “Deetzie” Walker '71. SUMMER 2016
Christine Edwards '95 hosts party attended by Alex Thomas Vaughan '97, Hilary Gardner Swain '72, and Heidi duPont '96
ADRIENNE SELIGMAN
alseligman@yahoo.com BLAIR SOWERS-SEAL
sowersb@gmail.com 31
I also gave a speech about the time a ladybug crawled into her ear one night during our wonderful time together at Oldfields.
CL A S S N O TE S
BRANT MACDUFF '03
Jamie Hale Bell - My 20th reunion was amazing! Kudos to Adrienne Seligman '96, Blair Sowers-Seal '96 and Bridget Read '96 for their
work to make the Class of '96's reunion amazing! What a turn out we had, and what memories we shared. The sisterhood Oldfields provides is evident and still felt years after the graduation and milestone reunions. I can't wait until the 150th Anniversary (I remember the talk about the 130th when I was a student). I look forward to staying connected to my '96 sisters, instructors, and headmaster via social media. Thank you OS for being a great part of my life! Meredith Barto Filippini - Joe and I delivered happy, healthy, beautiful
babies on February 12, 2016!! TWINS!! Olivia Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini. It took a very long time to get to this moment and we are beyond grateful for our miracle babies. We are still living in PA and are enjoying life as a family…watching our kids reach new milestones and loving life!! I am on FB so if we aren't "friends," friend me!! Hope everyone is doing well!! Lots of Love from the Filippinis.
Harrison and Murdoch, sons of Nena Adams Meurlin '97
Katherine Morse - Hello Class of 1997! I have finished a second
degree from the College of Coastal Georgia with a bachelor of science in psychology (May 2014) that complements my bachelor of arts in anthropology with a minor in archaeology from Sweet Briar College, Class of 2001. Currently, I am working for Morningstar Children and Family Services, Inc. as the accounts payable coordinator as well as being in charge of social media and keeping the website up to date. My art business, M. K. Wellington Art, is in full swing doing art shows through the Golden Isles of Georgia. This fall, I hope to start a program at Mercer University to obtain certification to be a substance abuse counselor. Jill Kusner Rowlett - My husband and I were thrilled to welcome
Zoe Whiting '00, Lindsey Kleinfelder '01, Jillian Besner Pahel '00, Suarez '99, Natalie Taylor '00, Ana Elias-Dag '00 at Jill's wedding
2003
2001
Class Agents:
Class Agent: TIFFANY BLAKE-ANTTONEN blakeanttonen@gmail.com 818-536-8393
CATHERINE "CAT" FORD
cath.ford.341@gmail.com
Victoria Ohanna - I am currently a Firefighter/EMT for the Baltimore
County Fire Department. I will be finishing up paramedic classes in August. Right now I'm stationed in Perry Hall, and I live (with my spoiled cat, Tommy) in Mays Chapel, Timonium. I have no kids and am not married. Go Greens!
Elizabeth "Liza" Frances into our family last January. She has been such a joy, and it's hard to imagine life without her. She is growing like a weed and is desperate to be on the move! I am hoping to bring her to campus soon! The Filippini Family
Adelaide Goldfrank - It was absolutely wonderful to reconnect with so
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many girls from the Class of 1996 during Alumnae Weekend. I can't wait to see everyone at the 150th Celebration in April 2017!!!
Class Agent: ANNI CANSECO DRINKWINE Anni@drinkwine.us
20TH REUNION
1997 Class Agents:
1999
shelleysmatthews@gmail.com NENA ADAMS MEURLIN
nenaadams@hotmail.com
804-353-1141
HOLLY PERZYNSKI
hollyperzynski@hotmail.com
206-719-0913
WENDY STEWART
navy2001@mac.com
443-253-1938
Nena Adams Meurlin - Hi! I hope everyone in the class is doing well! I enjoy seeing those of you who are on Facebook and the pictures of your family! I've been living in Richmond, VA, for the past 16 years and have two boys, Murdoch (9) and Harrison (6), and my husband, Tyler, and I just shared our 10th year anniversary. I am really getting so excited for our 20th reunion next spring and hope everyone will come back to enjoy not only our 20th, but also the 150th year of the School! Hope to see you there!
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BRANT MACDUFF
alastair.brant@gmail.com Brant MacDuff - I just got back from an Oldfields wedding in Japan! Iyo Osada was my sophomore year roommate and invited me to her very traditional Shinto wedding at the Meji Shrine in Tokyo. I had the honor of escorting Iyo out of the reception so she could change into a post-ceremony kimono and also gave a speech about our time together at Oldfields. It was one of the most unique and beautiful experiences I've ever had.
Victoria Ohanna '01, a Firefighter /EMT for the Baltimore County Fire Department
Class Agent: ASHLEY VIZZI AKRIDGE Trekfrog@aol.com
SHELLEY SHORT MATTHEWS
Caroline Weller '02 and husband, Addison Barden
2002
2000
Class Agents:
Class Agent: ERIN STEVENS HENRIE 217 Lexington Court Grayslake, Illinois 60030 stevenserin@hotmail.com 910-398-8362
43153 Thistledown Terrace Apartment 353 Broadlands, VA 20148 rakeller312@yahoo.com 443-934-3344
Jillian Besner Pahel - Hello Oldfields! I got married on December 12,
ELLEN JANE "E.J." RUCHMAN 4 South Winchester Road Annapolis, MD 21409 eruchman@gmail.com 410-757-7473
15TH REUNION
RACHAEL KELLER MILLER, DVM
2015, to my awesome husband, Patrick! Fellow OS alumns Natalie Taylor '00 and Ana Elias-Dag '00 were lovely bridesmaids! I was so happy that Eliza Scully Suarez '99, Lindsey Kleinfelder '01, and Zoe Whiting '00 were also there to share in the celebration! Patrick and I are expecting a baby boy in October 2016, and we are so excited! We recently bought a home in Baltimore, MD. Sending love to my OS family! Keep in touch!
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Iyo Osada and Brant MacDuff '03
Margaux Maizlish Krane - My husband, Stew, and I were married on March 5, 2016! Erin Berman Welsh '03 and Eliza Gerard Lerch '03 joined us in New Orleans for the celebration. Sending lots of love to my Oldfields family - Go Whites!
Caroline Weller Barden - I hope everyone at OS is awesome. I moved
from Manhattan to Philadelphia last year, leaving The Huffington Post to build my own startup, which has been the thrill of a lifetime. I got married in May, on a vineyard right in Sparks, a few miles from Oldfields. I hope to see everyone from 2002 soon! Also — my mom says "hi" and she's bringing everyone ice pops really soon. SUMMER 2016
Margaux Maizlish '03 and husband, Stew Krane 33
I also gave a speech about the time a ladybug crawled into her ear one night during our wonderful time together at Oldfields.
CL A S S N O TE S
BRANT MACDUFF '03
Jamie Hale Bell - My 20th reunion was amazing! Kudos to Adrienne Seligman '96, Blair Sowers-Seal '96 and Bridget Read '96 for their
work to make the Class of '96's reunion amazing! What a turn out we had, and what memories we shared. The sisterhood Oldfields provides is evident and still felt years after the graduation and milestone reunions. I can't wait until the 150th Anniversary (I remember the talk about the 130th when I was a student). I look forward to staying connected to my '96 sisters, instructors, and headmaster via social media. Thank you OS for being a great part of my life! Meredith Barto Filippini - Joe and I delivered happy, healthy, beautiful
babies on February 12, 2016!! TWINS!! Olivia Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini. It took a very long time to get to this moment and we are beyond grateful for our miracle babies. We are still living in PA and are enjoying life as a family…watching our kids reach new milestones and loving life!! I am on FB so if we aren't "friends," friend me!! Hope everyone is doing well!! Lots of Love from the Filippinis.
Harrison and Murdoch, sons of Nena Adams Meurlin '97
Katherine Morse - Hello Class of 1997! I have finished a second
degree from the College of Coastal Georgia with a bachelor of science in psychology (May 2014) that complements my bachelor of arts in anthropology with a minor in archaeology from Sweet Briar College, Class of 2001. Currently, I am working for Morningstar Children and Family Services, Inc. as the accounts payable coordinator as well as being in charge of social media and keeping the website up to date. My art business, M. K. Wellington Art, is in full swing doing art shows through the Golden Isles of Georgia. This fall, I hope to start a program at Mercer University to obtain certification to be a substance abuse counselor. Jill Kusner Rowlett - My husband and I were thrilled to welcome
Zoe Whiting '00, Lindsey Kleinfelder '01, Jillian Besner Pahel '00, Suarez '99, Natalie Taylor '00, Ana Elias-Dag '00 at Jill's wedding
2003
2001
Class Agents:
Class Agent: TIFFANY BLAKE-ANTTONEN blakeanttonen@gmail.com 818-536-8393
CATHERINE "CAT" FORD
cath.ford.341@gmail.com
Victoria Ohanna - I am currently a Firefighter/EMT for the Baltimore
County Fire Department. I will be finishing up paramedic classes in August. Right now I'm stationed in Perry Hall, and I live (with my spoiled cat, Tommy) in Mays Chapel, Timonium. I have no kids and am not married. Go Greens!
Elizabeth "Liza" Frances into our family last January. She has been such a joy, and it's hard to imagine life without her. She is growing like a weed and is desperate to be on the move! I am hoping to bring her to campus soon! The Filippini Family
Adelaide Goldfrank - It was absolutely wonderful to reconnect with so
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many girls from the Class of 1996 during Alumnae Weekend. I can't wait to see everyone at the 150th Celebration in April 2017!!!
Class Agent: ANNI CANSECO DRINKWINE Anni@drinkwine.us
20TH REUNION
1997 Class Agents:
1999
shelleysmatthews@gmail.com NENA ADAMS MEURLIN
nenaadams@hotmail.com
804-353-1141
HOLLY PERZYNSKI
hollyperzynski@hotmail.com
206-719-0913
WENDY STEWART
navy2001@mac.com
443-253-1938
Nena Adams Meurlin - Hi! I hope everyone in the class is doing well! I enjoy seeing those of you who are on Facebook and the pictures of your family! I've been living in Richmond, VA, for the past 16 years and have two boys, Murdoch (9) and Harrison (6), and my husband, Tyler, and I just shared our 10th year anniversary. I am really getting so excited for our 20th reunion next spring and hope everyone will come back to enjoy not only our 20th, but also the 150th year of the School! Hope to see you there!
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BRANT MACDUFF
alastair.brant@gmail.com Brant MacDuff - I just got back from an Oldfields wedding in Japan! Iyo Osada was my sophomore year roommate and invited me to her very traditional Shinto wedding at the Meji Shrine in Tokyo. I had the honor of escorting Iyo out of the reception so she could change into a post-ceremony kimono and also gave a speech about our time together at Oldfields. It was one of the most unique and beautiful experiences I've ever had.
Victoria Ohanna '01, a Firefighter /EMT for the Baltimore County Fire Department
Class Agent: ASHLEY VIZZI AKRIDGE Trekfrog@aol.com
SHELLEY SHORT MATTHEWS
Caroline Weller '02 and husband, Addison Barden
2002
2000
Class Agents:
Class Agent: ERIN STEVENS HENRIE 217 Lexington Court Grayslake, Illinois 60030 stevenserin@hotmail.com 910-398-8362
43153 Thistledown Terrace Apartment 353 Broadlands, VA 20148 rakeller312@yahoo.com 443-934-3344
Jillian Besner Pahel - Hello Oldfields! I got married on December 12,
ELLEN JANE "E.J." RUCHMAN 4 South Winchester Road Annapolis, MD 21409 eruchman@gmail.com 410-757-7473
15TH REUNION
RACHAEL KELLER MILLER, DVM
2015, to my awesome husband, Patrick! Fellow OS alumns Natalie Taylor '00 and Ana Elias-Dag '00 were lovely bridesmaids! I was so happy that Eliza Scully Suarez '99, Lindsey Kleinfelder '01, and Zoe Whiting '00 were also there to share in the celebration! Patrick and I are expecting a baby boy in October 2016, and we are so excited! We recently bought a home in Baltimore, MD. Sending love to my OS family! Keep in touch!
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
Iyo Osada and Brant MacDuff '03
Margaux Maizlish Krane - My husband, Stew, and I were married on March 5, 2016! Erin Berman Welsh '03 and Eliza Gerard Lerch '03 joined us in New Orleans for the celebration. Sending lots of love to my Oldfields family - Go Whites!
Caroline Weller Barden - I hope everyone at OS is awesome. I moved
from Manhattan to Philadelphia last year, leaving The Huffington Post to build my own startup, which has been the thrill of a lifetime. I got married in May, on a vineyard right in Sparks, a few miles from Oldfields. I hope to see everyone from 2002 soon! Also — my mom says "hi" and she's bringing everyone ice pops really soon. SUMMER 2016
Margaux Maizlish '03 and husband, Stew Krane 33
GO WHITES!!!!!!!!!! Meowww!
CL A S S N O TE S 2004 Class Agents: MARGARET "MARNEY" BABBITT 303 N. Verde St. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 marney.babbitt@gmail.com 928-699-4121
EMILY ACLE '09
the outdoor activities Jackson has to offer year round! Please let me know if any of you ever head out this way!!! Would love to see you. I am also in Annapolis every June through July and would love to connect if anyone is still in the area.
571-379-6526
Class Agents: KATELYN "KATIE" HALL Katelyn.anna.hall@gmail.com ANNA MARIA "MARIA" JENSEN a.maria.jensen@gmail.com 410-353-0840 SHAVONNE "SHAY-SHAY" WARD
646-259-2478
2006 Class Agents: MADELINE "MADDY" DARRELL madelinedarrell@gmail.com PHOEBE LARNER
phoebe.larner@gmail.com
JennieWestWind@gmail.com
2013 Class Agents: LOUISE CHAPMAN
louise.chapman@hws.edu
daughter. I got married to Dustin on July 4, 2013. We had our daughter, Mira, April 15, 2015. I am a helicopter pilot and volunteer flying for our local police department. I've gotten to do a lot of cool stuff with the department, such as car chases and search and rescue. Being a pilot, we are able to travel a lot. Mira has been flying in planes since she was three months old. Being a mother is the most rewarding thing ever. Even the simplest achievements are so amazing! We plan on trying for another baby next year. I'm hoping for a boy to complete our family, but I will take whatever God gives us. Elizabeth "EB" Hurley - I'm on year five living in Jackson Hole and
working for a family out here as a personal assistant and nanny for their three kids (6, 9, and 12). I'm having so much fun skiing and enjoying all
daniannie27@yahoo.com
jack.angelica@gmail.com
Alysia LeComte - After graduating from Lafayette College in 2010, I
Emily Acle - Hi everyone! Can't believe it has been seven years since my
moved to beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. I stayed for a few years working for a therapeutic boarding school for young ladies and learned quite a lot along the way. I moved back to CT a few years ago and decided to do a little bit of everything part-time - helped run the family tile business, started teaching, tutoring, and coaching, and kept a retail job on nights and weekends. This past summer I took on a full-time administrative position where I had been teaching and tutoring, but I couldn't give up on my part-time commitments, so now I'm doing it all, and I love it despite the sleep deprivation! Allison "Allie" Lurey - Hello Oldfields, a.k.a., greatest place on earth! On April 9th I got engaged to the love of my life, Gwinn Nixon. Making it even more special, Daniela Kuri-Tanus '09 flew in to surprise me and snapped some incredible pictures. Our wedding will be held July 22, 2017, at a beautiful winery in Southern California. I already know the Oldfields' table is going to be the "whoop it up" table! Sending you all my love, and have a fantastic summer! Let me know if any of you come to LA!
301-801-8537
Amanda Walker Hayes - I live in Kansas with my husband and
DANIELLE "DANI" MILLER
Ashley Strouse '06 and "EB" Hurley '06 learning to surf in Hawaii.
540-987-9650
an education abroad adviser. I went to Costa Rica for May Program with Mrs. Isaacs, and I've been traveling ever since. I miss OS and hope you are all happy and going strong!
410-627-7407
ANGELICA "JELLY" JACKSON
703.586.8011
JORDAN SPIVAK
class graduated. Time is flying by. I am so, so, so excited to come back to OS for the 150th Celebration! Life is going well, still living in NYC and having a great time exploring all that the city offers. Maryland is always in my heart, and I try and visit home as much as possible. I recently got a new job at LVMH doing visual merchandising for their perfumes and cosmetics division. It's definitely a dream come true to be at such an amazing company. I hope everyone is doing well and can't wait to catch up soon. GO WHITES!!!!!!!!!! Meowww!
Rayven Vinson - After working for the Baltimore Police Department and Ann Taylor for over a year and a half, I finally made it to The Hill! This March, I started as a staff assistant with the office of Senator Barbara Mikulski in Washington, DC. Since Senator Mikulski will be retiring at the end of this term, I am already looking ahead for another career opportunity. So far, I am planning to continue working in DC in a foreign policy-related position or become a Peace Corps volunteer.
corporate bakery companies, putting me one step closer to my goals.
2007
10TH REUNION
Class Agent: CATHERINE "KATE" MADDOX catherinemaddox522@gmail.com 443-799-6032
2012
Meghan "Meg" Olcott '13, mom, Brenda, daughter, Grace
2014 Class Agents: CHARLOTTE MAYER
cbmayer20@gmail.com EMMA PRESTON
Year's. I visited Paris, Nancy, and Strasbourg (the Christmas Fair). I went hiking and enjoyed French food and history. I am studying accounting and working part time. I live in Rockville, Maryland.
Daria Thweatt - Living in Atlanta and working for one of the largest
Meghan "Meg" Olcott '13 - Meghan visited Oldfields on her way to Maine with her 10 month-old daughter, Grace (future OS girl!), her mom Brenda, and dog Lily. Meg just graduated with honors from the Art Institute of Charleston.
Class Agent: MADISON "MADDIE" COLE REESE Mem.reese1010@gmail.com 443-907-2679
Dana Muse - I went to France for a month over Christmas and New
Allie Lurey '06 with fiancé, Gwinn Nixon
kqjt@iup.edu
2010
2011
Karyn Comeau - I'm living in Pennsylvania and working at Penn State as
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graduation, and the 150th Anniversary of the School!
JENNIE "JEN" TAYLOR
emilyacle1@gmail.com
KRISLYN PAYNE
6816 Nashville Road Lanham, MD 20706 Krislyn.Payne@gmail.com
Towne '82, thirty-five year reunion, my sister's, Sarah Towne '17
Class Agents:
406-698-6932
2005
Sreneeward@gmail.com
443-421-5466
EMILY ACLE
KATHERINE "KADY" MCBREARTY PARADISE
kadyparadise@live.com
derica08@gmail.com
2009
COURTNEY BROWN KIBBLEWHITE
3953 Barry Dr. Billings, MT 59105 courtneykibbs@gmail.com
this spring to celebrate my five year reunion, my mom's, Laura Rogers
DERICA MAYFIELD
5TH REUNION
Class Agents:
17200 Wesley Chapel Rd. Monkton, MD 21111 Emmapreston@comcast.net
410-456-3020
Charlotte Mayer - It was wonderful to have Charlotte, along with co-class agent, Emma Preston '14, and many other "young alumae," return to Oldfields' Graduation. It was so sweet of them to come back to see their little sisters walk down Graduation Hill. Judging by the smiles on their faces, it looks as though college life is treating them well.
ALEXANDRA "ALI" TOWNE towne.ali@comcast.net YOUNG LOUISE GOODYEAR
ygoodyear123@gmail.com
2008
Alexandra "Ali" Towne - This May, I graduated with honors from Washington and Lee University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. I am so excited to be beginning medical school in the fall at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL. I'm hoping to make it back to Oldfields
Class Agents: CAITLIN "CAITIE" CUNNINGHAM caitiecunningham@gmail.com OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
Isabel Carstarphen’ 14 (right) with Cam Newton on the campus of Wofford in Spartanburg
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GO WHITES!!!!!!!!!! Meowww!
CL A S S N O TE S 2004 Class Agents: MARGARET "MARNEY" BABBITT 303 N. Verde St. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 marney.babbitt@gmail.com 928-699-4121
EMILY ACLE '09
the outdoor activities Jackson has to offer year round! Please let me know if any of you ever head out this way!!! Would love to see you. I am also in Annapolis every June through July and would love to connect if anyone is still in the area.
571-379-6526
Class Agents: KATELYN "KATIE" HALL Katelyn.anna.hall@gmail.com ANNA MARIA "MARIA" JENSEN a.maria.jensen@gmail.com 410-353-0840 SHAVONNE "SHAY-SHAY" WARD
646-259-2478
2006 Class Agents: MADELINE "MADDY" DARRELL madelinedarrell@gmail.com PHOEBE LARNER
phoebe.larner@gmail.com
JennieWestWind@gmail.com
2013 Class Agents: LOUISE CHAPMAN
louise.chapman@hws.edu
daughter. I got married to Dustin on July 4, 2013. We had our daughter, Mira, April 15, 2015. I am a helicopter pilot and volunteer flying for our local police department. I've gotten to do a lot of cool stuff with the department, such as car chases and search and rescue. Being a pilot, we are able to travel a lot. Mira has been flying in planes since she was three months old. Being a mother is the most rewarding thing ever. Even the simplest achievements are so amazing! We plan on trying for another baby next year. I'm hoping for a boy to complete our family, but I will take whatever God gives us. Elizabeth "EB" Hurley - I'm on year five living in Jackson Hole and
working for a family out here as a personal assistant and nanny for their three kids (6, 9, and 12). I'm having so much fun skiing and enjoying all
daniannie27@yahoo.com
jack.angelica@gmail.com
Alysia LeComte - After graduating from Lafayette College in 2010, I
Emily Acle - Hi everyone! Can't believe it has been seven years since my
moved to beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. I stayed for a few years working for a therapeutic boarding school for young ladies and learned quite a lot along the way. I moved back to CT a few years ago and decided to do a little bit of everything part-time - helped run the family tile business, started teaching, tutoring, and coaching, and kept a retail job on nights and weekends. This past summer I took on a full-time administrative position where I had been teaching and tutoring, but I couldn't give up on my part-time commitments, so now I'm doing it all, and I love it despite the sleep deprivation! Allison "Allie" Lurey - Hello Oldfields, a.k.a., greatest place on earth! On April 9th I got engaged to the love of my life, Gwinn Nixon. Making it even more special, Daniela Kuri-Tanus '09 flew in to surprise me and snapped some incredible pictures. Our wedding will be held July 22, 2017, at a beautiful winery in Southern California. I already know the Oldfields' table is going to be the "whoop it up" table! Sending you all my love, and have a fantastic summer! Let me know if any of you come to LA!
301-801-8537
Amanda Walker Hayes - I live in Kansas with my husband and
DANIELLE "DANI" MILLER
Ashley Strouse '06 and "EB" Hurley '06 learning to surf in Hawaii.
540-987-9650
an education abroad adviser. I went to Costa Rica for May Program with Mrs. Isaacs, and I've been traveling ever since. I miss OS and hope you are all happy and going strong!
410-627-7407
ANGELICA "JELLY" JACKSON
703.586.8011
JORDAN SPIVAK
class graduated. Time is flying by. I am so, so, so excited to come back to OS for the 150th Celebration! Life is going well, still living in NYC and having a great time exploring all that the city offers. Maryland is always in my heart, and I try and visit home as much as possible. I recently got a new job at LVMH doing visual merchandising for their perfumes and cosmetics division. It's definitely a dream come true to be at such an amazing company. I hope everyone is doing well and can't wait to catch up soon. GO WHITES!!!!!!!!!! Meowww!
Rayven Vinson - After working for the Baltimore Police Department and Ann Taylor for over a year and a half, I finally made it to The Hill! This March, I started as a staff assistant with the office of Senator Barbara Mikulski in Washington, DC. Since Senator Mikulski will be retiring at the end of this term, I am already looking ahead for another career opportunity. So far, I am planning to continue working in DC in a foreign policy-related position or become a Peace Corps volunteer.
corporate bakery companies, putting me one step closer to my goals.
2007
10TH REUNION
Class Agent: CATHERINE "KATE" MADDOX catherinemaddox522@gmail.com 443-799-6032
2012
Meghan "Meg" Olcott '13, mom, Brenda, daughter, Grace
2014 Class Agents: CHARLOTTE MAYER
cbmayer20@gmail.com EMMA PRESTON
Year's. I visited Paris, Nancy, and Strasbourg (the Christmas Fair). I went hiking and enjoyed French food and history. I am studying accounting and working part time. I live in Rockville, Maryland.
Daria Thweatt - Living in Atlanta and working for one of the largest
Meghan "Meg" Olcott '13 - Meghan visited Oldfields on her way to Maine with her 10 month-old daughter, Grace (future OS girl!), her mom Brenda, and dog Lily. Meg just graduated with honors from the Art Institute of Charleston.
Class Agent: MADISON "MADDIE" COLE REESE Mem.reese1010@gmail.com 443-907-2679
Dana Muse - I went to France for a month over Christmas and New
Allie Lurey '06 with fiancé, Gwinn Nixon
kqjt@iup.edu
2010
2011
Karyn Comeau - I'm living in Pennsylvania and working at Penn State as
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graduation, and the 150th Anniversary of the School!
JENNIE "JEN" TAYLOR
emilyacle1@gmail.com
KRISLYN PAYNE
6816 Nashville Road Lanham, MD 20706 Krislyn.Payne@gmail.com
Towne '82, thirty-five year reunion, my sister's, Sarah Towne '17
Class Agents:
406-698-6932
2005
Sreneeward@gmail.com
443-421-5466
EMILY ACLE
KATHERINE "KADY" MCBREARTY PARADISE
kadyparadise@live.com
derica08@gmail.com
2009
COURTNEY BROWN KIBBLEWHITE
3953 Barry Dr. Billings, MT 59105 courtneykibbs@gmail.com
this spring to celebrate my five year reunion, my mom's, Laura Rogers
DERICA MAYFIELD
5TH REUNION
Class Agents:
17200 Wesley Chapel Rd. Monkton, MD 21111 Emmapreston@comcast.net
410-456-3020
Charlotte Mayer - It was wonderful to have Charlotte, along with co-class agent, Emma Preston '14, and many other "young alumae," return to Oldfields' Graduation. It was so sweet of them to come back to see their little sisters walk down Graduation Hill. Judging by the smiles on their faces, it looks as though college life is treating them well.
ALEXANDRA "ALI" TOWNE towne.ali@comcast.net YOUNG LOUISE GOODYEAR
ygoodyear123@gmail.com
2008
Alexandra "Ali" Towne - This May, I graduated with honors from Washington and Lee University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. I am so excited to be beginning medical school in the fall at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL. I'm hoping to make it back to Oldfields
Class Agents: CAITLIN "CAITIE" CUNNINGHAM caitiecunningham@gmail.com OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
SUMMER 2016
Isabel Carstarphen’ 14 (right) with Cam Newton on the campus of Wofford in Spartanburg
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CL A S S N O TE S
TURNING POINTS
ENGAGEMENTS
Director of Riding, Amy Roden Phillips, a son, Thomas Alexander Phillips
Allison "Allie" Lurey '06 and Gwinn Nixon
Vana Jovic '15 having fun at a hockey game!
Lillian "Lily" Carroll '14, Emma Preston '14, Charlotte Mayer '14, Addie Heck '14 catch up with Maribeth Littlefield
2015
2016 Class Agents: KATHARINE "KATE" DRISCOLL katehdriscoll@gmail.com
hickmanm90@yahoo.com
Class Agents:
SAMANTHA "SAM" FRAZIER
KATHLEEN "KATIE" WALSH
REMY BRANSCUM
samcamfray@yahoo.com
bixietwist@yahoo.com
Remy.branscum@gmail.com CAMERON "CAM" BROOKS-MILLER
9088 W Liberty Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48103 brooksmillerc@gmail.com VANA JOVIC
25 5th Ave., APT 6B New York NY 10003 vjovic55@gmail.com
Past Faculty and Staff Eleanor Chapman - I came to speak to Mrs. Littlefield's class a few years
734-834-5883
646-912-4331
BARRETT PITCHER
bapit001@mail.goucher.edu MARGHERITA "MARGIE" VRICELLA
margherita.vricella@hws.edu CAROLINE "CARLY" WEINSTEIN
315 Battle Ave Franklin, TN 37064 wcarly123@yahoo.com
Margaux Maizlish '03 and husband, Stew Krane
MARGARET "ALI" HICKMAN Allie Lurey '06 with fiancé, Gwinn Nixon
MARRIAGES
BIRTHS Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary '95, a son, Ethan Hugo
Katie Salisbury '90 and Kevin Ryan
September 3, 2015
ago about the racism in Baltimore County when I was growing up. I am still sharp as a tack. I turned 102 at the end of February and still live in my own house, with my GREAT, GREAT, GREAT grandchild. Taylor Smith - Judy and I had lunch with Willette Brown-Nevens '75 and Sandy Nevens (he's the son of the former Headmaster, George Nevens) at the Lakeside Inn in Mt. Dora. They live about 20 minutes from the inn. In February, we had lunch with Lauren Landau '79 and her beau, Brian Voss in Cancun. We went out to dinner with Hawley and Wendy Rogers, and Karen Miller, who stayed with us before doing a workshop at the Bolles School. Look who we ran into at the restaurant - Anne Blalock, former admission secretary! Tory Talbot Virchow - has been appointed as Director of Upper School Academics at the Potomac School in McLean, VA.
Ethan Hugo and his big sister, children of Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary '95 Katie Salisbury '90 and husband, Kevin Ryan
Meredith Barto Filippini '95, twins, Olivia
Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini
Jillian Besner '01 and Patrick Pahel on
December 12, 2015 Caroline Weller '02 and Addison Barden in
May, 2016
Caroline Carney - I am loving college life. It is definitely different from
Olivia Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini, twins of Meredith Barto Filippini '95
Oldfields. I couldn't be happier with how well Oldfields prepared me for college! Oldfields is the best place on earth to go to high school. You guys had such a huge impact on my life. I love you all soooo much! Keep being an awesome high school and never change!
Elliott Watts Niespodziani '97, a daughter,
IN MEMORIAM
Emmylou Ruth Niespodziani
Nancy Hill Jewett '39, January 22, 2016 Priscilla Toland Drinker Page '43, April 11, 2016
Vana Jovic - Hello Oldfields community! I hope all is well and that
everyone is excited to attend the 150th Anniversary of Oldfields School. Currently, I have finished my freshman year at the University of New Hampshire in the equine science, pre-vet track. In regards to riding, this summer I am working with Pamela Goodrich, schooling movements in dressage, and continuing to ride for Serbia's and UNH's dressage teams. I am excited to return to Oldfields for the marvelous 150th Celebration! I can't wait to see my teachers, horses, and most importantly, all my sisters. As mentioned before, I am proudly wearing my Oldfields class ring daily, alongside my Alpha Phi sorority ring, to remind me of the wonderful friendships I've made. I would like to congratulate the Class of 2016 on their recent graduation, and now to the next class, 2017, shortly making their transition. Much love, and see you all soon. Go Greens! 36
Amy Roden Phillips and son, Thomas Alexander Phillips
Lunch at Lakeside Inn in Mt. Dora included Judy Smith, Former Head of School Taylor Smith, Willette-BrownNevens '75, and Sandy Nevens
Taylor Smith had lunch in Cancun with Lauren Landau '79 and her beau, Brian Voss, and Judy Smith.
Tammis Day '69, January 12, 2016 Patricia Byrne Appley '70, April 5, 2013 Crawford Hubbell P'69, '72, '74, Former
Trustee, June 4, 2016
Caroline Weller '02 and husband, Addison Barden
James Beck, Former Staff, May 29, 2016
Margaux Maizlish '03 and Stew Krane on Wendy and Hawley Rogers, Judy and Taylor Smith, and Karen Miller bump into Anne Blalock at a restaurant in Jacksonville, FL. OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
March 5, 2016
SUMMER 2016
Emmylou Ruth Niespodziani, daughter of Elliott Watts Niespodziani '97
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CL A S S N O TE S
TURNING POINTS
ENGAGEMENTS
Director of Riding, Amy Roden Phillips, a son, Thomas Alexander Phillips
Allison "Allie" Lurey '06 and Gwinn Nixon
Vana Jovic '15 having fun at a hockey game!
Lillian "Lily" Carroll '14, Emma Preston '14, Charlotte Mayer '14, Addie Heck '14 catch up with Maribeth Littlefield
2015
2016 Class Agents: KATHARINE "KATE" DRISCOLL katehdriscoll@gmail.com
hickmanm90@yahoo.com
Class Agents:
SAMANTHA "SAM" FRAZIER
KATHLEEN "KATIE" WALSH
REMY BRANSCUM
samcamfray@yahoo.com
bixietwist@yahoo.com
Remy.branscum@gmail.com CAMERON "CAM" BROOKS-MILLER
9088 W Liberty Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48103 brooksmillerc@gmail.com VANA JOVIC
25 5th Ave., APT 6B New York NY 10003 vjovic55@gmail.com
Past Faculty and Staff Eleanor Chapman - I came to speak to Mrs. Littlefield's class a few years
734-834-5883
646-912-4331
BARRETT PITCHER
bapit001@mail.goucher.edu MARGHERITA "MARGIE" VRICELLA
margherita.vricella@hws.edu CAROLINE "CARLY" WEINSTEIN
315 Battle Ave Franklin, TN 37064 wcarly123@yahoo.com
Margaux Maizlish '03 and husband, Stew Krane
MARGARET "ALI" HICKMAN Allie Lurey '06 with fiancé, Gwinn Nixon
MARRIAGES
BIRTHS Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary '95, a son, Ethan Hugo
Katie Salisbury '90 and Kevin Ryan
September 3, 2015
ago about the racism in Baltimore County when I was growing up. I am still sharp as a tack. I turned 102 at the end of February and still live in my own house, with my GREAT, GREAT, GREAT grandchild. Taylor Smith - Judy and I had lunch with Willette Brown-Nevens '75 and Sandy Nevens (he's the son of the former Headmaster, George Nevens) at the Lakeside Inn in Mt. Dora. They live about 20 minutes from the inn. In February, we had lunch with Lauren Landau '79 and her beau, Brian Voss in Cancun. We went out to dinner with Hawley and Wendy Rogers, and Karen Miller, who stayed with us before doing a workshop at the Bolles School. Look who we ran into at the restaurant - Anne Blalock, former admission secretary! Tory Talbot Virchow - has been appointed as Director of Upper School Academics at the Potomac School in McLean, VA.
Ethan Hugo and his big sister, children of Elizabeth "Liz" Hoogenboom Clary '95 Katie Salisbury '90 and husband, Kevin Ryan
Meredith Barto Filippini '95, twins, Olivia
Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini
Jillian Besner '01 and Patrick Pahel on
December 12, 2015 Caroline Weller '02 and Addison Barden in
May, 2016
Caroline Carney - I am loving college life. It is definitely different from
Olivia Amelia Filippini and Jackson Emidio Filippini, twins of Meredith Barto Filippini '95
Oldfields. I couldn't be happier with how well Oldfields prepared me for college! Oldfields is the best place on earth to go to high school. You guys had such a huge impact on my life. I love you all soooo much! Keep being an awesome high school and never change!
Elliott Watts Niespodziani '97, a daughter,
IN MEMORIAM
Emmylou Ruth Niespodziani
Nancy Hill Jewett '39, January 22, 2016 Priscilla Toland Drinker Page '43, April 11, 2016
Vana Jovic - Hello Oldfields community! I hope all is well and that
everyone is excited to attend the 150th Anniversary of Oldfields School. Currently, I have finished my freshman year at the University of New Hampshire in the equine science, pre-vet track. In regards to riding, this summer I am working with Pamela Goodrich, schooling movements in dressage, and continuing to ride for Serbia's and UNH's dressage teams. I am excited to return to Oldfields for the marvelous 150th Celebration! I can't wait to see my teachers, horses, and most importantly, all my sisters. As mentioned before, I am proudly wearing my Oldfields class ring daily, alongside my Alpha Phi sorority ring, to remind me of the wonderful friendships I've made. I would like to congratulate the Class of 2016 on their recent graduation, and now to the next class, 2017, shortly making their transition. Much love, and see you all soon. Go Greens! 36
Amy Roden Phillips and son, Thomas Alexander Phillips
Lunch at Lakeside Inn in Mt. Dora included Judy Smith, Former Head of School Taylor Smith, Willette-BrownNevens '75, and Sandy Nevens
Taylor Smith had lunch in Cancun with Lauren Landau '79 and her beau, Brian Voss, and Judy Smith.
Tammis Day '69, January 12, 2016 Patricia Byrne Appley '70, April 5, 2013 Crawford Hubbell P'69, '72, '74, Former
Trustee, June 4, 2016
Caroline Weller '02 and husband, Addison Barden
James Beck, Former Staff, May 29, 2016
Margaux Maizlish '03 and Stew Krane on Wendy and Hawley Rogers, Judy and Taylor Smith, and Karen Miller bump into Anne Blalock at a restaurant in Jacksonville, FL. OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
March 5, 2016
SUMMER 2016
Emmylou Ruth Niespodziani, daughter of Elliott Watts Niespodziani '97
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JIM BECK
fondly remembered
For 40 years Jim Beck took very good care of Oldfields – its buildings, its gardens, and its people. A generous, kind, confidence-inspiring, and compelling gentleman with a wonderful sense of humor who could do anything and everything, Jim was beloved by the community as much as he loved the School. He was as charming as he was knowledgeable.
There will never be another one quite like Jim Beck. " We first met Jim in August of 1966, almost fifty years ago. He was Maintenance Director, and Oldfields was in the finishing stages of building Caesar Rodney Hall in preparation for the School's 100th Anniversary in the spring of 1967. His presence was everywhere, and he always attended the faculty parties and dinner gatherings as well. Although he did not live on campus, he was always here. " Jim and Joe had lots to discuss mechanically. Joe was often involved with repairs to cars and tractors, etc. Joe loved every minute of their time together. Ever thoughtful, with a wonderful sense of humor, Jim got Joe a summer job with the crew building Rodney. One day during the lunch hour just before the final shingles were to go on the roof, Joe took a big bucket of white paint and painted in very large letters,
"WHITES" across the roof facing Rodney. Joe and I are both Whites so we scored for our team with Jim's approval. " Jim hired a great staff and led them with kindness. He trusted his employees to do the job for which they were hired and never shouted orders. In return, his employees were cooperative and devoted, going beyond what was required. As coordinator of transportation, Jim often worked on weekends getting students to and from various events. We remember well the time we went over Belfast Road and had to cross the very narrow one lane bridge over Western Run to get to Falls Road. Jim took the large, new, white bus (that replaced Hercules) right over without a problem. There was less than an inch to spare on each side, and although it required some jockeying, he handled it with ease. "We know he is at peace in his Red River Valley." Dotty and Joe Hordubay, former faculty
A lifetime Baltimore County resident, Jim was awarded the Bronze Star during his time with the famous "Fighting 69th" Infantry Division of the U. S. Army in World War II in Europe. He was in his thirties when he first came to Oldfields as a carpenter, and he worked his way up to the position of Maintenance Director. Jim's extensive knowledge allowed his crew to undertake a lot of projects in-house that would otherwise have had to be contracted out, saving the School a great deal of money. Throughout his career, with the exception of the chemistry lab and the James Beck Maintenance Building, the majority of the improvements and renovations on the campus were accomplished by Jim and his crew, assisted at times by members of the faculty and administration. His retirement in 2001 was a sad day for Oldfields, but for many years after his retirement, Jim continued to make the oval wooden plaques on which Oldfields' awards are recorded.
" During the summers in my 'way back days,' I worked with Maintenance, specifically housekeeping, cleaning up the dorms and preparing rooms for summer camps. I reported each morning to Jim as 'my boss,' and he gave us our marching orders for the day. We always had coffee, some treats, and lots of laughs with Audrey, Viola, Nick, and Kenny. Jim was one of my favorite bosses ever - so much fun, so kind, and so concerned for the well-being of his staff and OS in general."
"If you needed anything done, you called Jim, and he never disappointed," says his wife, Tracey, a member of the Class of 1975. "He was the 'go-to guy'." If there was any way he could help you, he would. He was just that kind of guy." Following his death at 90 in May 2016, kind words and fond memories poured out from colleagues, alumnae, and friends reiterating his many contributions and his tremendous influence on Oldfields during his years here. Jim is survived by his wife, Tracey, an integral part of our Information Technology team, and three daughters, one of whom, Lois Beck Dunbar, was a member of the Class of 1977. Before Jim's passing, Lois was able to share with him that her daughter was expecting a baby boy who would be named James, after his great grandfather – a wonderful tribute to a wonderful man.
" Jim and his team were always there to help us at the Children's Center. All I had to do was pick up the phone and give Jim a call and he or one of his staff was right there. Jim cared a great deal about the little ones at the Children's Center and helped keep us warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and always safe. Thank you, Jim, for all you did for us!" Sandy Gamber, Receptionist, former Director of Oldfields Children's Center
Karen Miller, former faculty 38
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
" Jim Beck was a supremely respected member of the community, gifted in leadership, in knowledge, and in craft. Jim maintained the campus beautifully, and each summer renovated existing facilities to fulfill programmatic needs, thereby saving the School hundreds of thousands of dollars over time. His ability to achieve so much with limited resources freed up dollars for other needs while the School developed its advancement programs.
CRAWFORD HUBBELL Crawford Cox Hubbell passed away peacefully at age 90 with his family by his side in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 4, 2016. Crawford entrusted three of his four daughters to Oldfields and was such a positive force on Oldfields’ Board of Trustees from 1973-1987 that the primary donor for the renovation of Garden House requested that one of the apartments be named for him. All three daughters, Chris Hubbell McCambridge ’69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson ’72, and Cathy Hubbell Wilson ’74, cut the ribbon at the dedication of Garden House and the Hubbell apartment at Alumnae Weekend 2016. They were glad they were able to tell
SUMMER 2016
" When we arrived at Oldfields during the summer of 1969, Headmaster George Nevens told me that I could use the School's riding mower to cut the grass around our house on Chicken Hill. Hours later black clouds floated ominously over Rodney Valley, a result of my having filled the mower with diesel fuel. That is when I first experienced Jim's patience and kindness. The bonus was that he never let me cut our grass again." Hawley Rogers, Headmaster Emeritus
a Champion for Oldfields their father all about the festivities, show him photographs, and let him know of the honor paid to him by his former Board Chair. Hawley Rogers, Headmaster during most of Crawford’s tenure on the Board, remembers, “He was an outstanding human being. I liked him so much, and he was such a good and loyal Trustee.” That Oldfields is healthy, thriving, and moving strongly forward in her 150th year is a testament to the quality of the guidance and service of Crawford Hubbell and his fellow Board members. He will always have our gratitude, and his name will be a part of Oldfields’ history forever. 39
JIM BECK
fondly remembered
For 40 years Jim Beck took very good care of Oldfields – its buildings, its gardens, and its people. A generous, kind, confidence-inspiring, and compelling gentleman with a wonderful sense of humor who could do anything and everything, Jim was beloved by the community as much as he loved the School. He was as charming as he was knowledgeable.
There will never be another one quite like Jim Beck. " We first met Jim in August of 1966, almost fifty years ago. He was Maintenance Director, and Oldfields was in the finishing stages of building Caesar Rodney Hall in preparation for the School's 100th Anniversary in the spring of 1967. His presence was everywhere, and he always attended the faculty parties and dinner gatherings as well. Although he did not live on campus, he was always here. " Jim and Joe had lots to discuss mechanically. Joe was often involved with repairs to cars and tractors, etc. Joe loved every minute of their time together. Ever thoughtful, with a wonderful sense of humor, Jim got Joe a summer job with the crew building Rodney. One day during the lunch hour just before the final shingles were to go on the roof, Joe took a big bucket of white paint and painted in very large letters,
"WHITES" across the roof facing Rodney. Joe and I are both Whites so we scored for our team with Jim's approval. " Jim hired a great staff and led them with kindness. He trusted his employees to do the job for which they were hired and never shouted orders. In return, his employees were cooperative and devoted, going beyond what was required. As coordinator of transportation, Jim often worked on weekends getting students to and from various events. We remember well the time we went over Belfast Road and had to cross the very narrow one lane bridge over Western Run to get to Falls Road. Jim took the large, new, white bus (that replaced Hercules) right over without a problem. There was less than an inch to spare on each side, and although it required some jockeying, he handled it with ease. "We know he is at peace in his Red River Valley." Dotty and Joe Hordubay, former faculty
A lifetime Baltimore County resident, Jim was awarded the Bronze Star during his time with the famous "Fighting 69th" Infantry Division of the U. S. Army in World War II in Europe. He was in his thirties when he first came to Oldfields as a carpenter, and he worked his way up to the position of Maintenance Director. Jim's extensive knowledge allowed his crew to undertake a lot of projects in-house that would otherwise have had to be contracted out, saving the School a great deal of money. Throughout his career, with the exception of the chemistry lab and the James Beck Maintenance Building, the majority of the improvements and renovations on the campus were accomplished by Jim and his crew, assisted at times by members of the faculty and administration. His retirement in 2001 was a sad day for Oldfields, but for many years after his retirement, Jim continued to make the oval wooden plaques on which Oldfields' awards are recorded.
" During the summers in my 'way back days,' I worked with Maintenance, specifically housekeeping, cleaning up the dorms and preparing rooms for summer camps. I reported each morning to Jim as 'my boss,' and he gave us our marching orders for the day. We always had coffee, some treats, and lots of laughs with Audrey, Viola, Nick, and Kenny. Jim was one of my favorite bosses ever - so much fun, so kind, and so concerned for the well-being of his staff and OS in general."
"If you needed anything done, you called Jim, and he never disappointed," says his wife, Tracey, a member of the Class of 1975. "He was the 'go-to guy'." If there was any way he could help you, he would. He was just that kind of guy." Following his death at 90 in May 2016, kind words and fond memories poured out from colleagues, alumnae, and friends reiterating his many contributions and his tremendous influence on Oldfields during his years here. Jim is survived by his wife, Tracey, an integral part of our Information Technology team, and three daughters, one of whom, Lois Beck Dunbar, was a member of the Class of 1977. Before Jim's passing, Lois was able to share with him that her daughter was expecting a baby boy who would be named James, after his great grandfather – a wonderful tribute to a wonderful man.
" Jim and his team were always there to help us at the Children's Center. All I had to do was pick up the phone and give Jim a call and he or one of his staff was right there. Jim cared a great deal about the little ones at the Children's Center and helped keep us warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and always safe. Thank you, Jim, for all you did for us!" Sandy Gamber, Receptionist, former Director of Oldfields Children's Center
Karen Miller, former faculty 38
OLDFIELDS MAGAZINE SUMMER 2016
" Jim Beck was a supremely respected member of the community, gifted in leadership, in knowledge, and in craft. Jim maintained the campus beautifully, and each summer renovated existing facilities to fulfill programmatic needs, thereby saving the School hundreds of thousands of dollars over time. His ability to achieve so much with limited resources freed up dollars for other needs while the School developed its advancement programs.
CRAWFORD HUBBELL Crawford Cox Hubbell passed away peacefully at age 90 with his family by his side in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 4, 2016. Crawford entrusted three of his four daughters to Oldfields and was such a positive force on Oldfields’ Board of Trustees from 1973-1987 that the primary donor for the renovation of Garden House requested that one of the apartments be named for him. All three daughters, Chris Hubbell McCambridge ’69, Carol Hubbell Engebretson ’72, and Cathy Hubbell Wilson ’74, cut the ribbon at the dedication of Garden House and the Hubbell apartment at Alumnae Weekend 2016. They were glad they were able to tell
SUMMER 2016
" When we arrived at Oldfields during the summer of 1969, Headmaster George Nevens told me that I could use the School's riding mower to cut the grass around our house on Chicken Hill. Hours later black clouds floated ominously over Rodney Valley, a result of my having filled the mower with diesel fuel. That is when I first experienced Jim's patience and kindness. The bonus was that he never let me cut our grass again." Hawley Rogers, Headmaster Emeritus
a Champion for Oldfields their father all about the festivities, show him photographs, and let him know of the honor paid to him by his former Board Chair. Hawley Rogers, Headmaster during most of Crawford’s tenure on the Board, remembers, “He was an outstanding human being. I liked him so much, and he was such a good and loyal Trustee.” That Oldfields is healthy, thriving, and moving strongly forward in her 150th year is a testament to the quality of the guidance and service of Crawford Hubbell and his fellow Board members. He will always have our gratitude, and his name will be a part of Oldfields’ history forever. 39
OLDFIELDS FUND UPDATE
Alumnae Weekend and 150th Celebration
Thanks to YOU, we surpassed our goal for the 2015-2016 Oldfields Fund! Gifts came from all different members of the Oldfields community, including alumnae, parents, trustees, faculty and staff, foundations, and friends.
April 28-April 30, 2017 Friday, April 28 8 AM-5:30 PM Registration
“The Jungle” in Old House
8:40 AM-2:45 PM Alumnae Observe Academic Classes 10:05-11 AM Class of 2017 Alumnae Induction
TOTAL RAISED FOR THE 2015-2016 OLDFIELDS FUND
$585,471 *UNAUDITED
12-1:30 PM Community Lunch TOTAL DONORS:
493
TOTAL GIFTS:
570
GREENS! THE WINNER OF THE GREEN VS. WHITE COMPETITION
$290,044
NUMBER OF GREEN DONORS:
237
TOTAL RAISED BY WHITES:
$161,771
NUMBER OF WHITE DONORS:
203
David Niven Theatre Dining Room, McCulloch Commons
3-5 PM Herky’s School Store Open
McCulloch Commons
3 PM Sports Practices/Games
Athletic Fields
3 PM Alumnae Ride (pre-registered adult riders only)
Stable
5:30 PM-7 PM Dedication of The Hawley and Wendy Rogers Wing (adults only) 7 PM-10 PM Reunion Class Dinners
Cocktails in Old House Off campus
Buffet Dinner (adults only)
Old House
7 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
Saturday, April 29 9:30 AM-10:45 AM
Breakfast for 50th – 80th Reunion Years, Legacy Alumnae, and Former Trustees
Head’s House
9:30 AM-12 PM Registration
“The Jungle” in Old House
10 AM-2:30 PM Herky’s School Store Open
McCulloch Commons
11 AM-12 PM Candlelight Memorial Service 12:30 PM-2 PM 150th Picnic Lunch
Immanuel Church Old Post Office Lawn
Riding Exhibition TOTAL RAISED BY GREENS:
Rodney Hall
Lower Riding Ring
Green and White Scavenger Hunt 1 PM Reunion Class Photos
Old Post Office Lawn
1:30 PM Class of 1967’s 50 Reunion Campus Tour with Parny via golf cart th
Old House Parlor
Alumnae Campus Tours with Student Ambassadors
Miss Nan’s Library
1:30 PM Maryland Hunt Cup *Your tickets must be purchased in advance.
Greenspring Valley
2 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
2 PM-4 PM Alumnae Activities:
THE PARENTS AND SENIORS OF THE CLASS OF 2016 RAISED
2 PM
•
Art Class
Art Studio in Rodney
2:40 PM
•
Social Media Class
George Nevens Library
3:20 PM
•
Creative Writing Class
Room 205 in Rodney
3:50 PM
•
Yoga Class
Dance Studio
6 PM Class of 2007-Opening of ten year prediction letters
$79,976
FOR THEIR CLASS GIFT!
THANK YOU! THE MOST HONORED TEACHER FOR TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH:
MS. HERKY!
From all of us here at the School, THANK YOU for giving back to Oldfields!
Dinner and Dancing Ben Cameron Band 7 PM-10 PM Alumnae Awards Alumnae Art Silent Auction Fireworks
150th Gala!
Head’s House
Rodney Quad
*Shuttle Service available on Saturday evening to and from The Wyndham Hunt Valley Inn and Embassy Suites Hunt Valley. Contact the Alumnae Office in advance at 443.662.1018 if babysitting is needed. Valet Parking will also be provided on Saturday night.
Sunday, April 30 8 AM and 10:15 AM Church Services
Immanuel Church
10:30 AM-12:30 PM Brunch
Dining Room, McCulloch Commons
2 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
OLDFIELDS FUND UPDATE
Alumnae Weekend and 150th Celebration
Thanks to YOU, we surpassed our goal for the 2015-2016 Oldfields Fund! Gifts came from all different members of the Oldfields community, including alumnae, parents, trustees, faculty and staff, foundations, and friends.
April 28-April 30, 2017 Friday, April 28 8 AM-5:30 PM Registration
“The Jungle” in Old House
8:40 AM-2:45 PM Alumnae Observe Academic Classes 10:05-11 AM Class of 2017 Alumnae Induction
TOTAL RAISED FOR THE 2015-2016 OLDFIELDS FUND
$585,471 *UNAUDITED
12-1:30 PM Community Lunch TOTAL DONORS:
493
TOTAL GIFTS:
570
GREENS! THE WINNER OF THE GREEN VS. WHITE COMPETITION
$290,044
NUMBER OF GREEN DONORS:
237
TOTAL RAISED BY WHITES:
$161,771
NUMBER OF WHITE DONORS:
203
David Niven Theatre Dining Room, McCulloch Commons
3-5 PM Herky’s School Store Open
McCulloch Commons
3 PM Sports Practices/Games
Athletic Fields
3 PM Alumnae Ride (pre-registered adult riders only)
Stable
5:30 PM-7 PM Dedication of The Hawley and Wendy Rogers Wing (adults only) 7 PM-10 PM Reunion Class Dinners
Cocktails in Old House Off campus
Buffet Dinner (adults only)
Old House
7 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
Saturday, April 29 9:30 AM-10:45 AM
Breakfast for 50th – 80th Reunion Years, Legacy Alumnae, and Former Trustees
Head’s House
9:30 AM-12 PM Registration
“The Jungle” in Old House
10 AM-2:30 PM Herky’s School Store Open
McCulloch Commons
11 AM-12 PM Candlelight Memorial Service 12:30 PM-2 PM 150th Picnic Lunch
Immanuel Church Old Post Office Lawn
Riding Exhibition TOTAL RAISED BY GREENS:
Rodney Hall
Lower Riding Ring
Green and White Scavenger Hunt 1 PM Reunion Class Photos
Old Post Office Lawn
1:30 PM Class of 1967’s 50 Reunion Campus Tour with Parny via golf cart th
Old House Parlor
Alumnae Campus Tours with Student Ambassadors
Miss Nan’s Library
1:30 PM Maryland Hunt Cup *Your tickets must be purchased in advance.
Greenspring Valley
2 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
2 PM-4 PM Alumnae Activities:
THE PARENTS AND SENIORS OF THE CLASS OF 2016 RAISED
2 PM
•
Art Class
Art Studio in Rodney
2:40 PM
•
Social Media Class
George Nevens Library
3:20 PM
•
Creative Writing Class
Room 205 in Rodney
3:50 PM
•
Yoga Class
Dance Studio
6 PM Class of 2007-Opening of ten year prediction letters
$79,976
FOR THEIR CLASS GIFT!
THANK YOU! THE MOST HONORED TEACHER FOR TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH:
MS. HERKY!
From all of us here at the School, THANK YOU for giving back to Oldfields!
Dinner and Dancing Ben Cameron Band 7 PM-10 PM Alumnae Awards Alumnae Art Silent Auction Fireworks
150th Gala!
Head’s House
Rodney Quad
*Shuttle Service available on Saturday evening to and from The Wyndham Hunt Valley Inn and Embassy Suites Hunt Valley. Contact the Alumnae Office in advance at 443.662.1018 if babysitting is needed. Valet Parking will also be provided on Saturday night.
Sunday, April 30 8 AM and 10:15 AM Church Services
Immanuel Church
10:30 AM-12:30 PM Brunch
Dining Room, McCulloch Commons
2 PM School Musical
David Niven Theatre
1500 Glencoe Road Sparks Glencoe, Maryland 21152-9321
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