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KEEP MOVING FORWARD

Seniors watch the homecoming football game from the front row of the bleachers. The student body showed their school spirit by sporting all forms of green and white, continuing to cheer despite the 43-14 score.

Stopping by the Union, Dr. Dana Markham spends time with Christopher Conklin ’22, Nellie Johnson ’21, Sarah Sanda ’20 and Rachel Simpson ’21.

Good days and bad days. Getting an A on your Spanish essay, but not winning your game at night. Striving for success. Working. Improving. “No matter how unsurmountable the task, just keep moving forward one step at a time. You have the skills and power to overcome.” Taking advantage of resources. APUSH projects in the iLab. Frustrating at first, but you get the hang of it. Building character. Planning ahead, encountering obstacles, persevering through hardships. “It’s our responsibility to set the moral compass in the right direction. Let solid principles and strong ethics be your guide.” Attending extra help. Putting in the time. Setting goals and achieving them. If you don’t get there, at least you gave it your all. Remaining motivated. Building friendships. Above all, keep moving forward. “It means

to not let any hurdles stop you, to not let any circumstance be your excuse for not accomplishing a goal.”

quotes by President Dr. Dana Markham words by Lauren Fromkin design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

KEEP MOVING FORWARD

Leading a Panther Camp group, Tsion Yared ’20, Salomé Slatkoff ’20 and Katherine Heatzig ’20 introduce the incoming freshmen to Upper School. Panther Camp gave them a leg up before the first day of school. Freshmen learned tips that normally come from months of experience, such as what snacks to eat from the Union and where to lounge on campus.

The students are off. Going to camp, working, traveling. Spread across the country. The world. Learning new skills. How to work a cash register. How to play gaga at

You immerse yourself in a world different from the classroom. Practicing

camp.

Spanish in the streets of Madrid. Keeping campers

enthusiastic. Training hard for sports. Touring college

campuses. Taking summer courses in your favorite subjects.

Eventually you return home. The campus receives

updates and upgrades. A shaded area by the main stairs. Security measures.

You feel a year older. Everything is

shiny and new. Teachers decorate their classrooms. Buy new pens, pencils, sharpeners. Ready for a new student body. The freshmen are stunned by the prospect of entering Upper

School. Upperclassmen help. Introduce them to the Upper School at Panther Camp. The seniors look forward to

traditions. Ready to begin.

PREPARATION moves us forward

AROUND the

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA Melika Boujerdi ’22

WORLD DAYS

“I had an internship where I did marketing and research for a medical clinic in Los Angeles. My internship taught me the basics of work that I didn’t learn in school. I learned the importance of balancing work life and personal life.”

KOREA

Benjamin Wakefield ’22

“I went to Korea for two weeks and Japan for one day, and learned how to navigate a country that doesn’t think or function like anywhere I lived before.”

ISRAEL

Kyle Martin ’22

“I went to Israel as an intern for the World Lacrosse Championship and helped teach Israelis how to play lacrosse.”

FRANCE

Emmanuel Greenberg ’22

“I took a trip to Europe and competed for the United States at an international horse show in France. It was just a really cool experience to ride for the U.S. team internationally.”

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Kaylie Lawlor ’22

“I went to Africa in June for two weeks and I saw a whole new way of life. I was introduced to different cultures and ideas and I saw how beautiful diversity is.”

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA Ari Burns ’21

“I volunteered for the Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue organization and got to spend a week with dogs and cats.”

DAVIE, FLORIDA

Maya Gottlieb ’21

“This summer I helped my dad canvass for state representative. I met a lot of interesting people, such as Sen. Lauren Book, and my dad won the primary election.”

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NORTH CAROLINA

Ilan Klimberg ’21

“I participated in a 10-day Outward Bound course in which I went backpacking in the woods. It helped me grow as a person and appreciate what I have.”

design by Ishani Singh & Alexandra Giorno

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“This summer I attended a Java coding camp at FAU. Learning some basic Java was super fun because I got a chance to learn something new and also make new friends.”

“This summer I studied linguistics at Columbia University for three weeks. At Columbia I learned so much that I had never known before about linguistics, and just about how to live alone in New York City.”

Anna Selden ’20

Emma Feirstein ’21

SAVANNAH, GEORGIA 12

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Maura Pliske ’20

“I went to the Savannah College of Art and Design for two weeks for a pre-college camp. I met people from around the world who all cared about things I cared about. It was the first time I was around people who love art as much as I do.”

Taryn Herman ’20

“I went to Costa Rica with a community service program and worked on a wildlife refuge to protect, care for and research turtles. This experience was important to me because it allowed me to help animals and preserve nature.”

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William Prevor ’20

“I went to many Disney resorts including Walt Disney World, Disneyland California, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Resort. Disney is one of my passions and to finally have gone to every park and resort property, as a Disney fan, is a major accomplishment.” 14

BADEN-BADEN, GERMANY 14 Benjamin Pierce ’19

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“I took pictures and videos of a private hypercar owner’s rally for Koenigsegg Automotive in Baden-Baden, Germany. My summer experiences this year helped further my automotive marketing pursuits and made for a very eventful time.”

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Aliyah Watson ’19

“I won a national title on platform at the USA Diving Junior National Championships. It was my first national title and something I have been training for ever since I started diving. Winning a national title is a huge deal, and it puts me on a better path to the Olympic Trials.”

JAMAICA 16

Meghna Sharma ’19

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“I went on a medical mission in Jamaica. In Jamaica I got to interact with patients and shadow doctors, as well as perform procedures like extracting teeth.”

Evan Dash ’19

“I worked for a sports media company called 12UP and totaled two million views on my articles by the end of the summer. To be deemed a sports journalist in the eyes of my peers, many of whom have worked for companies such as ESPN and Bleacher Report, has given me the gratification that I need in order to continue chasing my goals.”

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Julia Borisiak ’19

“I went to Australia and dove at the Great Barrier Reef. I also got to work with a whale researcher and swim with minke whales. I learned more about what I want to do after high school and got to meet so many new and interesting people and hear all about their views and perspectives.” STUDENT TRAVELS

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STATES CREW NATIONALS Over the summer, two boats on the crew team attended the Scholastic Nationals regatta in New Jersey, and both placed second in the nation. “The training for nationals was absolutely brutal, whether it was going to morning practices or staying late to put in extra work,” Alex Fernandez-Guckes ’19 said, “but the fact we were doing it as a team and that we were working towards one goal made it much more enjoyable.” Both boats were challenged to balance their athletic training and studying for their final exams to prepare for Nationals, but the rowers said it was worth it to compete at the renowned regatta. “Leading up to Nationals, we had to balance our intense

training with our academics as we approached final exams,” Mallory Marrero ’20 said. “That being said, it was all worth it because competing on a national level was such a rewarding experience.” Girls’ coxswain Nina Couture ’19, who steers the boat and motivates the rowers, said she was scared, but once the race began, she was able to get in the right mindset and steer the boat to second place. “Nationals was a really fun time because we got to compete at a level we never really got to compete at before,” Nina Couture ’19 said. “The coxswain aspect was a little overwhelming at first, but we were super motivated to win, so it was super easy to focus on the boat and get a medal.”

words by Haley Strauch photos courtesy of Nina Couture

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2 1. Alexa Jacques ’19, Aislinn Sullivan ’19, Nina Couture ’19, Mallory Marrero ’20 and Alexandra Rios ’19 hold their awards after earning a second place title at the Scholastic Nationals regatta. This competition took place in New Jersey after the rowers extended their season to practice.

AP READING

Teachers share their favorite aspect of the AP readings over the summer.

Mrs. Julie Venne “I enjoy Professional Development almost nightly. My favorite is Best Practices night where other teachers present a new idea for curriculum delivery.”

Mrs. Kerri-Anne Alexanderson “I love going to ‘adult camp.’ I get to catch up with friends and learn about new activities to use in my class and to discuss topics I love with others who are just as passionate as I am.”

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2. The girls in the four drive their oars through the water to pass their competition during the final of the Junior 4+ category. In the second half of the race, their perseverance pushed them from behind, allowing them to place second.

Mrs. Marisa Ortega

Dr. Trish Stevens

“I feel energized to create new strategies that will prepare students for this test. I want to hone the skills of analysis through a canon of literature that inspires my students to think.”

“My favorite part of the reading is the discussion that takes place while we decide on the rubric: what is worth the point and looking at student answers that provoke discussion.”

In June, 11 event teams competed at the 40th Technology Student Association (TSA) National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, and all teams placed in the top 10 in their respective categories. The Biotechnology team designed and created a drone to replace bees, which led them to place seventh in the nation. The drone collects pollen from certain plants to pollinate others, and includes a helmet with a camera to help direct the drone operator. “I’m happy that all of my hard work paid off and that all of the hours that I put into

it were worth it,” said Daniela Munoz ’20. The Fashion Design and Technology team became the first team in Pine Crest history to win first place at TSA Nationals. To win, they created three garments that clearly represented the 1980s; their final design incorporated Pac-Man into a prom style and included LED lights. “I think our complex sewing patterns, use of technology and youthful perspective really brought the 1980s to life and pushed us to win first, which really excited the team,” Sydney Tacher ’19 said.

words by Danielle Weisfisch photos courtesy of Benjamin Pierce & Danielle Weisfisch

3. Students at the TSA National Conference in Atlanta pose with their trophies from the competition. Eleven teams were present at this conference and every member collaborated in preparation for this event. Every team ended up placing top 10 in each of their categories.

present the dress and tuxedo made by the Fashion Design and Technology team. The team created a 1980s-style prom look that won first place.

5. Coach Rio Infinity, Coach Dominick Napold and Benjamin “Ben” Pierce ’19 celebrate another team’s dinosaur-themed 4. Alana van Woerkom ’20 and Bill Hung ’20 launch.

CROSS COUNTRY

Throughout the school year, members of the track and cross country team can be seen practicing both before and after school. Once school ended, they continued to practice, preparing for summer track meets and taking a team trip to train for cross country. Members of the track team attended New Balance Nationals in June, where Amanda Schwartz ’20, Tsion Yared ’20, Mahdere Yared ’21 and Emily Faulhaber ’20 placed fifth in the 4x1 mile relay and Mahdere also placed fourth in the freshman two mile run. “Unlike other competitions 6 I’ve taken part in, New Balance

6. Members of the cross country team hike in Brevard, North Carolina during a training trip. At the Brevard Distance Runners camp, team members practiced in an unfamiliar environment, learning to run in mountains and hills. After the camp, the runners were conditioned and ready for cross country season. design by Ishani Singh & Alexandra Giorno

words by Catrina Reyes photo courtesy of Tsion Yared

Nationals is a more unique and fun experience that gives us a chance to try to get a personal record in a new environment,” Mahdere said. After nationals, the cross country team traveled to the Brevard Distance Runners Camp in western North Carolina to train for the upcoming season. Emily said this is a yearly tradition for the team and she enjoyed the opportunity to run in beautiful mountains and forests with runners from across the country. Once they returned to school, the runners said their summer training prepared them well for the cross country season.

SCHOOL TRIPS

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opening of the Brandon Knight Training Center improved training for members of nearly every sport. Alumnus Brandon Knight ’10 said he modernized the training room with stateof-the-art equipment and technological advances to give back to the school community and provide student-athletes with equipment to enhance their quality of training and rehabilitation. “Pine Crest is near and dear to me,” Knight said. “Coaches, teachers, and friends helped me get to where I am at today in my career.” Coach Dominick “Dom” Napold, strength and and conditioning trainer for all sports teams, said he was very excited about the reveal of the facility in early September, partially because it was the busiest time for sports’ conditioning. “We are open for business,” he said. “The facility will improve stamina, self confidence, and healthy lifestyles among the athletes.”

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He also highlighted notable features of the facility, including new leg machines, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) machines, and special treadmills designed to enhance speed. By using the efficient training room to their benefit, Coach Dom said the athletes will be more inclined to positively compete with other schools and as a result, perform better in their seasons. Another component of the weight room’s high-tech overhaul is the Volt application for the athletes during morning and afternoon workouts. Volt provides the athletes with their daily workout plan, showing specific exercises and gifs of how to execute them, all by using their own mobile devices. The unveiling of the Brandon Knight Training Center bolstered athletic teams by way of cutting-edge technology and equipment, and provided students with an updated opportunity to improve as athletes.

Athletes open their workouts by week and day and see which phase of the training cycle they are in.

On its first day, the Brandon Knight Sports Performance Center opens its doors to current students. The renovated facility contained up-to-date equipment and features such as an indoor turf area, new resistance band technology and a more cohesive weight selection. “My wish for Pine Crest students is for them to have a state-of-the-art facility where they have an opportunity to improve their physical endurance and strength,” Brandon Knight ’10 said.

At the beginning of the workout, athletes fill out a questionnaire determining their workout readiness.

Each exercise features a photo that works as a visual reference to demonstrate its proper form.

Athletes can double click on an exercise to see detailed instructions and extra notes if they don’t understand the photo.

1. Using the TRX Suspension Trainer, Tyler Bodenweber ’22 works to better his balance and fitness in the weight room. He learned from the new tools in the weight room, helping him improve throughout the year.

SAFE & SOUND

2. Placing her body under the barbell, Maya El-Sharif ’21 finishes the clean part of the clean and jerk lift. She used the new platforms and weights to demonstrate proper technique.

NIGHTLOCK LOCKDOWN Cassandra Lawlor ’19 demonstrates how to place the lock into the floor to lock the door.

NEW ENTRANCE Security redesigned the garage exit so everyone who enters the school passes security.

2 3. Marisa Cefola ’22 spots Sydney Friedman ’22 during her bench press to make sure she is working out safely. The weight room redesign added many benches to accommodate their popularity with athletes.

The app stores athletes’ data about the amount of weight they lift so they can keep track of their progress.

Athletes input the weight they use, their repetitions and their completion to start their rest between exercises.

words by Natalia Hauser photos & design by Ishani Singh

Athletes can view accountability metrics for their teammates, including the number of workouts attended.

FIRE ALARM SYSTEM The fire alarm system was upgraded with a new recording to guide students out of the building during emergencies.

After the workout, athletes view a breakdown of the workout including their sets and weight lifted. RESHAPING THE CAMPUS

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ONE LAST TIME

Ms. Cheryl Doolittle explains the ins and outs of scheduling in her final year.

WHEN

students leave campus for the summer, Ms. Cheryl Doolittle’s most painstaking job begins: organizing the next year’s schedules. She worked from May until August to create the proper amount of classes for each subject and ensure each student and teacher had their most optimal schedule. Ms. Doolittle used a program called Admin+ to facilitate the process, allowing her to plug in students’ requested classes and the desired number of courses to find the best combination. Despite the technology, she said the process revolved around the students, as their demands decided how many sections would run for each class. “The schedule is built around student choice,” Ms. Doolittle said. “It’s not built around school choice.” Once she ran the program, she spent the month of July making adjustments to the schedule it came up with. Ms. Doolittle said the hardest part was trying her best to allow all students to take the classes they originally signed up for, since many classes only happen during one or two periods of the day.

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Going over chemistry, Ms. Cheryl Doolittle helps tutor Grant Fields ’20. Although she was responsible for curating schedules, Ms. Doolittle used to teach chemistry, and enjoys helping students.

“I take the original plan that the computer gives me, and I make what I hope are thoughtful adjustments,” she said. Some necessary changes included ensuring that teachers who coach had ninth period free and faculty coming from the Middle School had enough time to walk across campus. Additionally, Ms. Doolittle said she prioritized the seniors’ schedules because their classes were the most specialized. Once she finished fine-tuning the schedules in August, she released them to students, and then implemented schedule change requests. “I view that day of release with great trepidation because I know kids talk with each other,” Ms. Doolittle said. This was a very time-consuming process, and she said she spent a lot of time thinking about how to best organize schedules, eventually coming up with her final product. “It’s sort of like you’re holding something in your head, like when you write a really good paper,” Ms. Doolittle said.

words by Lauren Fromkin photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

FIRST ENCOUNTERS

Salma Abuhamda ’19 and Tsion Yared ’20 introduce themselves to the group of incoming freshmen they led during Panther Camp. At the beginning of the day, upperclassmen group leaders explained details about high school from their perspective and gave them a tour of the campus. Then, they played bonding games related to the theme of the day: cereal.

BEFORE

1 1. Demonstrating for his group, Henry Pliske ’19 leads Emma Gómez ’22 and her classmates in a Froot Loop stringing activity. Upperclassmen group leaders played cereal-themed games with their freshmen to introduce them to their classmates. 2. Freshman Daniel Rutstein plays Cheerio Toss, catching cereal in a cup that his partner flung with a spoon. After the cereal games, the freshmen proceeded to the ICI where they were formally welcomed to the Upper School.

the first day of school, the incoming freshman class arrived on campus for Panther Camp to help them become familiar with the ins and outs of high school and introduce them to their classmates. “The goal of Panther Camp is to give the freshman class a taste of what life is like in Upper School,” said Harrison Freedman ’19, who worked as a guide for the event. “We were able to give the students a tour and answer any pressing questions that they had about the shift from Middle to Upper School.” At the beginning of the day, students split up into small groups led by members of StuCo. Each group was comprised of about

10 freshmen, which allowed students to socialize and make new friends as they transitioned into the school year. To minimize confusion and make the day more amusing, each group was named after a different type of cereal, and they played cereal-related games such as using a spoon to fling Cheerios into a cup and fashioning necklaces from Froot Loops. At the end of the event, the Class of 2022 familiarized themselves with the different wings, the Student Union, the library and more. “I found the tours to be super helpful when I actually had to find my classes the next day,” Elaina Hamuy ’22 said. “Panther Camp also helped me feel less stressed out about the next coming years.”

words by Melissa Damasceno photos by Allison Trebbi design by Ishani Singh

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FIFA WORLD CUP June 14 marked the beginning of the 21st FIFA World Cup. 32 teams competed in Moscow, Russia and were eliminated in a series of five rounds. At the finals, France defeated Croatia 4-2 and was declared the champion.

JUNE 23-JULY 10

THAI CAVE RESCUE After 12 members of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach went missing in the Tham Luang cave complex, a search and rescue mission began. Multiple countries sent teams of troops to help save the boys. After 18 days, the entire team was rescued from the flooded cave system.

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LEBRON JAMES After four seasons with the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James announced in July that he signed a four year $154 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. This was James’ third team change during his career, and many fans spent the summer speculating which team he would join.

AUGUST 15

CRAZY RICH ASIANS On August 15, Jon M. Chu released his anticipated movie adaptation of the novel Crazy Rich Asians. As the first American movie that featured an all-Asian cast since 1993, Chu’s production served as an outlet for the importance of representation in modern-day Hollywood.

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RED TIDE During the summer, Florida’s coasts were covered in an algal bloom caused by sugarcane runoff. Due to the persistent algae, beach visits and ocean swimming were greatly limited. The algal blooms affected both beachgoers and marine life, posing a threat to Florida’s ocean ecosystems.

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Standing against the bleachers on Best Field, Mia Strempack ’22 laughs with her friends while watching the homecoming football game. The game concluded a week of festivities as students, faculty and alumni embraced their school spirit. During the week, students engaged in friendly competition, and the winning grade received the spirit stick at the end of the week.

Getting into the groove. Classes pick up.

Freshmen become more comfortable. Forming friendships at

Universal. Getting to know teachers. Football season.

Friday night lights. Pep band performances. Studying for standardized tests. Taking the PSAT. Hard work, but time for some fun. Homecoming. A much-needed relief. Class competition. Red, blue, orange, yellow. Food games.

You cheer until you lose your voice.

Powderpuff. Playing for Change. The homecoming dance,

then back to school. Homework, tests, quizzes. Filling out

college applications.

You write, edit, rewrite.

Pushing through writer’s block. Preparing High School Musical. Sports practices. Running across campus. Swimming sets in the pool. Passing the volleyball. Learning new concepts in class. Pushing through bumps in the road.

ENTHUSIASM moves us forward

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was a time for students to grow and learn from their experiences during the previous school year, take a breath and have fun, and prepare for the next year. Whether it is traveling, doing an internship, or studying for standardized tests, students keep themselves busy during the weeks that make up summer vacation. These couple of weeks to relax and unwind came to an end after the first bell. A new set of goals and aspirations propelled students into the school year with a sudden burst of energy. Friends found the time to catch up with each other while walking to the opening assembly in Stacy Auditorium, where the Head of Upper School Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 showed the yearly Ted Talk about how to start a movement, which details the importance of being the first follower and gets students in the learning mindset.

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Every year, the senior class experiences their last first day on campus. For many, the thought of it provoked a nostalgic feeling, but for others, it provided evidence that the hard work they put in over the years paid off. “It’s crazy to think about how many first days I’ve had here,” Aliyah “Ali” Watson ’19 said. “The thought of having my last year here is honestly kind of sad, but I’m also excited to start a new chapter of my life at Duke University.” While the Class of 2019 commemorated the beginning of their last year on campus, the freshman class began adapting to an entirely new world. Every student has a different reaction to the shift from Middle to Upper School. “My first day was chaotic,” Holden Goldberg ’22 said, “but it would’ve been worse if I hadn’t gotten to know a little bit about the Upper School at Panther Camp the day before I arrived.” words by Melissa Damasceno photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

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Students, teachers and administrators discuss their feelings about coming back to school after the summer.

Emma Gómez ’22

Eden Williams ’21

Vanessa Wildman ’20

Gabriel Ortega ’19

“‘The first day of school the first day of school, oh boy, oh boy, oh boy!’ -Nemo”

“This is a place for everyone, and teachers accept students for who they are. There is no place like it.”

“It could’ve been better. I crashed my car.”

“The first day of school is bittersweet. It comes sooner than you think.”

FALL STUDENT LIFE

1. Sitting at their clubs’ tables, Michelle Rubin ’21, Ester Kislin ’21 and Olivia Varughese ’19 invite new members to join. Students offered snacks to their peers once they joined their club. 2. Katherine Sullivan ’20 explains Kiva Club to Karly Burnstein ’22.

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3. Lauren Pollock ’19 promotes International Relations Club to people passing by her table.

INVOLVED AT Nina Hamuy ’21, Daniel Hennelly ’21, Caroline Morrissey ’21, Saanvi Paharia ’21 and Suttyn Simon ’21 walk toward Stacy Auditorium as they discuss their summers. The group attended the annual first day of school assembly where Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 welcomed the students back to campus.

Dr. Gwendolyn Turnbull

Mr. Glen Pierson

“Firsts are always exciting, but the older you get, the less firsts there are to be had. As teachers we are lucky to experience the first day of school every year.”

“I really look forward to welcoming our returning students and meeting new freshmen and students. I especially enjoy seeing the energy of our SENIORS!”

the beginning of the school year, students put together the annual club fair in the Upper School atrium, hoping to persuade their peers to join clubs of common interest and step out of their comfort zone. Students took a quick break from their busy academic lives to join clubs and explore their interests and ideas within the school community. These student-run clubs helped build connections throughout the entire student body, from freshmen to seniors. The Criminology Club, Pine’n’Dine and the Culinary Club were a few of the many new clubs featured at the club fair. Heritage clubs including French Club, Jewish Heritage Club, German Club and Asian Heritage Club helped celebrate diversity and brought together many students who share a common cultural identity.

Many of these heritage clubs performed at the multicultural assembly held in February. For the students who shared a passion for the fine arts, there were many clubs that brought out their creative sides, such as the Photography Club, the Scribbler and the Creative Writing Club. There were also clubs that gave students an outlet to help advocate for important causes and help their community. Some of these clubs included Students Against Animal Cruelty and Habitat for Humanity. “Even though I only got to spend a period out in the atrium, I had a great time explaining and talking to other students about the BFF club,” Ryan Dudak ’20 said. “Most people have never heard of Best Foot Forward, so educating people about the cause was really rewarding for me.”

words by Sydni Zfira & Karene Hermon photos by Julia Karten & Haley Strauch

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The senior class poses for a photo with Head of Upper School Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 and class sponsor Mrs. Trish Everett. They spent the morning of their last first Friday at Commercial Pier, enjoying breakfast at the beach before heading back to campus for class.

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of pink and orange blended together at the Commercial Pier to commence Senior Sunrise, giving the seniors a moment to admire the horizon and reflect on the beginning of their last year of high school. As part of the occasion, the Class of 2019 also enjoyed an assortment of donuts and bagels while talking with their classmates at the beach. “It is unbelievable that we are finally seniors,” Arianna Pantalone ’19 said. “The senior sunrise was so meaningful because that finally settled in.” Seniors frolicked on the sand, snapping pictures in their black shirts to remember the long-awaited tradition. Thanks to the leadership of the class board, the event flowed seamlessly. “Preparing for senior sunrise and seeing it all unfold was an amazing experience,”

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class president Daniel Bolja ’19 said. “Everyone had a great time and it is a memorable tradition that I am glad to have had a part in upholding.” To conclude the morning, the whole class, along with Head of Upper School Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 and senior class sponsor Mrs. Trish Everett, came together to take a group picture to commemorate the occasion. Seniors eventually made their way to school, braving the rush hour traffic to enjoy their last first Friday and the start of their final year, but only after beginning their day with their friends at the beach. “We don’t realize how lucky we are that we can get up in the morning and just go to the beach,” said senior class sponsor Mrs. Everett. “I think that the senior breakfast is an amazing tradition that reminds us of that.”

words by Fatima Minhas photos by Benjamin Pierce, Alexandra Giorno, Ishani Singh & Deborah Ades design by Ishani Singh

FALL STUDENT LIFE

2 1. The seniors who participated in Science Research posed for a photo to remember their friendships from the class. All the seniors wore their senior class shirts for the occasion.

2. Mr. Walters and Mrs. Everett laugh with the senior class as the sun begins to rise. The seniors took a class photo at the beach to commemorate the milestone of beginning senior year.

INGREDIENTS of a SENIOR SUNRISE

5. Preparing a bagel for himself, Jabari Owens ’19 fuels up for the school day after his class finished watching the sunrise. The students made the most of the breakfast spread, and some even returned to first period with food.

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3. Laughing at each other, Brian Anderson ’19 and Jeremy Oletsky ’19 enjoy beginning their day at the beach. The seniors took many photos with their friends at senior sunrise to be able to look back on the year. 4. Sydney Tacher ’19, Julia Morrissey ’19 and Audrey Hollo ’19 have fun taking silly photos. Students hung out with as many friends as they could to make the morning memorable.

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The senior class cheers on their grade’s contestants during Gym Games. Before the pep rally, all four grades decorated their bleachers to showcase their color and spirit. The seniors won both the Gym Games and decorations, and they used an inflatable duck to symbolize their grade’s determination.

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FIGHT... Throughout four event-filled days, the grades battled to win the spirit stick.

September turned into October, students had only one thing on their minds: Homecoming. There was a lot to look forward to during homecoming week, from shortened schedules to an air of spirit and excitement, and the activities throughout. “I think everyone looks forward to the freedom of dress down days and shortened schedules to make room for fun activities,” Hailey Bharadwa ’21 said. To make a great homecoming week possible, StuCo put a lot of hard work into organizing the traditional events and ensuring the week progressed smoothly. “In order to prepare for the week, all of StuCo spent hours brainstorming and planning,” StuCo president Rose “Rosie” Rothschild ’19 said. “As we got closer to

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the event, the Executive Board had many meetings to figure out the logistics of everything.” With these meetings, StuCo had a few extra tricks up their sleeve, introducing new activities including the Lip Sync Battle and Giant Relay. “I was a little bit nervous about how they would work out, but they were really exciting to plan,” Rosie said. At the start of the week, students anticipated the TV channel-themed and tacky tourist-themed dress down days as well as traditional grade competition. However, as the week progressed, they crafted new memories with StuCo’s new events in addition to enjoying Homecoming’s long-lasting traditions.

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1. On stage, homecoming court nominee Henry Pliske ’19 poses for a selfie with his escorts, his mom Coach Eileen Pliske and student store attendant Mary Ellen State during the homecoming court assembly. This assembly marked the start of homecoming week and introduced the underclassmen to the nominees.

held a history bowl to test the history knowledge of students through trivia questions. For history buffs, it became an intense competition of which team could win the most spirit points for their grade. “The history bowl is an experience where we got to test our knowledge in a competitive, yet fun environment,” Pedro Ribeiro ’21 said.

LIP SYNC BATTLE Students were surprised when the curtain opened to faculty members dancing and singing, kicking off the new Lip Sync battle. The singing competition involved two members from each class and a group of teachers to judge the performances. The participants added elaborate dances and exaggerated the lyrics, hoping to win the crowd over. “The crowd was incredible, cheering us on, and it was nerve-wracking yet exciting to be on stage,” sophomore competitor Joshua Perper said.

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HOMECOMING COURT The homecoming court, comprised of four senior boys and four senior girls, was nominated by the senior class, and the assembly was their first opportunity to campaign in front of the entire student body. While each member of the court walked across the stage with their escorts, Pre-Calculus teacher Mr. Tim Curran read a short bio about them, eliciting laughs and cheers from the crowd. Every candidate walked across the stage, proud to represent their fellow seniors. “Being on homecoming court and getting to walk across the stage with all the other nominees was super fun!” nominee Gillian “Gigi” Cohen said.

2 2. Showing their best lip sync moves, Inti LouisWilliams ’20 and Evan Cholerton ’20 represent the junior class with their performance. The duo placed third, earning 100 points for their grade.

FOOD GAMES & WATER BALLOON TOSS

During the last period of the day, students and faculty gathered outside the Upper School to support the competitors in the Food Games and Water Balloon Toss. One member of each grade volunteered to take part in a number of food-related events, including the cheese puff toss, Oreo challenge, Jello straw challenge, Skittle toss, Fruit Roll-Up challenge and pieeating contest to win the most points for their class. At the end, the seniors won the Food Games and Water Balloon Toss.

3. Ryan Zimmerman ’20 and Alex Fernandez-Guckes ’19 stuff their faces with pies to help their classes win Food Games. Alex won 200 points for the seniors before Ryan was able to finish his dessert. 4. Allyson “Ally” Feldman ’19 cheers on Henry Pliske ’19 as he slurps a Fruit Roll-Up, winning the challenge. 5. Inti Louis-Williams ’20 and Joshua “Josh” Lehrman ’19 devour their quarters of watermelon without using their hands. Josh won 200 spirit points for the seniors with his watermelon eating.

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6. Covered in shaving cream and cheese puffs, Kadin Katsch ’19 faces off against Joseph Angella ’20. The two competitors attempted to catch as many puffs on their head as possible to win the cheese puff toss. The seniors seized the victory in this activity.

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introduction, Poetry Out Loud was added as a homecoming event and students participated for spirit points. Participants chose a poem to memorize and perform, and were judged on their performance as well as their accuracy. The winner of Poetry Out Loud, Caroline Nouhan ’19, advanced to the state-level competition and won 400 points for the seniors. “It’s not just about writing,” said Elizabeth Brown, co-president of the Creative Writing Club. “It’s really about your performance because you need to have an appropriate performance to go along with your poem.”

1. Raising his hand for emphasis, Bryce Emanuel ’19 performs his poem. The seniors won Poetry Out Loud, gaining 400 spirit points.

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During Homecoming, students transformed each wing’s hallway to represent their grade and their class color, bringing class spirit into the week’s academics. The class boards were in charge of buying decorations to deck out their hallway with either red, orange, yellow, or blue. Volunteers not only had limited time, but they needed to hang streamers, make balloons, oversee sidewalk chalk and ensure their theme was carried out to make their hallway look the best. The seniors’ Pac-Man hallway won since it incorporated both black and yellow, but all the grades enjoyed turning their designated hallway into a rendition of their class color. “Hallway decorating is one of my favorite events of Homecoming because we get to show our spirit for our grade,” Marielle Goldschlag ’21 said. “Even though ours got ruined in the end, it looked amazing while it lasted.”

2. The seniors attach LED lights to the wall to recreate a Pac-Man game. They chose Pac-Man to represent their class colors, black and yellow. 3. The sophomores cover their hallway in blue, complete with a mass of blue balloons and streamers. 4. The juniors add orange tarp to the ceiling and spell out “juniors” with balloons. Their hallway design placed second among the grades.

CEREAL-STRUCTION In Cereal-struction, each grade collected as many cereal boxes as they could and assembled their boxes into designs that represented their grade. The juniors collected the most boxes, but they also had to construct a creative structure. “Our grade had donated a lot of boxes so we wanted to use them all to make the biggest and tallest structure,” Lauren Dawson-Scully ’20 said. “Our goal was to make a kingdom-like structure that incorporated our class graduation year.” At the end of the competition, the seniors won, building a crown and throne and arranging the boxes to spell “RE19N.” Once the Cereal-struction designs were judged, the boxes of cereal were donated to a local food bank.

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5 5. The sophomores assemble the cereal boxes they collected into a rendition of the Eiffel Tower. Cerealstruction required planning what to build with how many boxes each grade had. The seniors won by building a crown and throne to symbolize their position as the role models of Upper School.

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We thought the Giant Relay would be a great way to combine a lot of events we wanted to try independently -David Radvany-Roth ’19 into one big event. Luckily, the event ran smoothly, everyone was very competitive and we saw a lot of spirit from every grade. GIANT RELAY The relay race was another new

event for Homecoming, and it was modeled after the giant races common in summer camps. On the football field, competitors lined up at stations ranging from a three-legged race to a tennis ball bounce, ready to pass the baton across the stations. Stakes were high as runners sprinted to each other and everyone strived to do each event flawlessly. “The addition of the relay race gave students an opportunity to challenge each other outside of the classroom,” William “Will” Kirschner ’21 said. “Personally, watching this event and rooting for the sophomores was a great experience.”

6. Drew Morris ’19 passes the baton to Caleb Kauppinen ’19, progressing the seniors from the potato sack race to the army crawl. The seniors won the relay and received 600 spirit points.

7. Passing a volleyball to his partner, Brence Platner ’20 tries to reach 10 passes without dropping the ball so the juniors can progress to the next portion of the relay. During the 10 volleyball passes event, if the competitors dropped the ball, they had to restart their count to reach 10 clean passes. 8. During leap frog, Allison Trebbi ’19 hops over Julia Morrissey ’19 as fast as possible. The Giant Relay homecoming event was new to the week, and it involved events resembling those featured at summer camps. StuCo members said they added it because they wanted to spread the summer camp tradition to the school year. 9. With their legs strapped together, Ethan Jones ’20 and Connor Tomchin ’20 run to finish the three-legged race portion of the relay. The three-legged race was the first event of the relay.

PLAYING FOR CHANGE Featuring solos, duets, guitarists, drummers, pianists and jazz musicians, Playing for Change, a biannual student-run concert, attracted students to Stacy Auditorium for spirit points and entertainment. Attendees said they enjoyed seeing their friends showcase their musical talents, ranging from a classical piano performance to another original song by Neon Bull.The co-chairs’ charity of choice was dedicated to offering hurricane relief to affected areas, and every attendee’s $5 donation contributed to this organization.

10. After playing their guitars, Mark Rozencwaig ’19 and Daniel Bolja ’19 react to the crowd’s cheers. Their band Neon Bull debuted another original song at Playing for Change.

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DODGEBALL The dodgeball games took place in Munsey Gym as the underclassmen version of Powderpuff. Freshmen and sophomores dressed in their respective class colors and filled the gym to cheer on their classmates as they attempted to eliminate the other grade’s players. “There is nothing like cheering on your friends during these games,” Katherine “Katie” Sullivan ’20 said. “It’s moments like these that strengthen and unify these bonds that everyone shares with their classmates.”

each grade, and to gain points, students added school supplies into one of their grade’s bins. To make it more interesting, they could also deduct points from other grade levels by putting used electronics into their second bin. At the end, the seniors took first place and received 400 spirit points while also helping the community.

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1 1. Leonardo “Leo” Galebe ’22 and his teammates compete in dodgeball against the sophomores. The sophomores won dodgeball, receiving 500 spirit points.

TUG-OF-WAR During an interlude in the

powderpuff game, teams from each grade battled in a game of tug-of-war. “It was really fun,” Jourdan Henry ’21 said. “The juniors were really scary when we went against them.” Throughout several rounds, each grade faced off against each other, fighting over the rope to try to pull the other team across the center. In the end, the seniors won, gaining the champion title with their victory over the juniors. “The juniors put up a fight,” Emily Roy ’20 said. “We didn’t lose tug-of-war without dignity.” 2. Concentrating on pulling the rope away, Britta Strain ’19, Caleb Kauppinen ’19 and Megan Guido ’19 compete against the freshmen. The seniors won tug-of-war, gaining 200 points.

POWDERPUFF DANCE Once the powderpuff players left the field, the powderpuff dances took over. Students decked out in their class colors and cheered for all the grades’ dances, enjoying the boys’ stunts and combinations. Boys from each grade performed choreographed dances to a mashup of 2000s hit songs, complete with hiphop, acrobatics and a lot of comedy. “We had a lot of fun making the dance,” Luke Fatovic ’21 said. “Overall, it was just a really fun experience… I heard a lot of cheers, and I think everyone enjoyed it.” Even though all the dances were wellreceived, in the end, the juniors took their second win of the day with their powderpuff dance. 3 3. During their last powderpuff dance, Brian Anderson ’19 and Kadin Katsch ’19 help Austin Brattli ’19 over a line of seniors. The senior powderpuff boys wore sparkly costumes and referenced previous dances in their choreography. 4. Burke Bloom ’20 gives his dance partner a high five after they finish their powderpuff dance. The junior dancers wore orange traffic jackets for their class color.

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5. Antonio Correa ’22 sings while Ethan Rubenstein ’22, Scott Kean ’22 and the other freshmen snap their fingers to the rhythm.

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Homecoming as a senior was beyond fun. Not just because I am a senior, but also because each of our -Gillian Cohen ’19 grades come together as one and truly work together.

POWDERPUFF GAME Roaring cheers filled the air and students from all grades sat at the edge of the bleachers. Even though only juniors and seniors played in the powderpuff game, all grades were engaged. Both the junior and senior teams were coached by football players in their grade and practiced outside school hours. The juniors wanted to beat the seniors, and the seniors wanted to maintain their first-place standing. “While at the end of the day we knew it was all fun and games, we wanted to show up and win,” junior Katherine “Katie” Sullivan said. At the end of the game, the juniors beat the seniors 12-0, and they were excited to win points and begin catching up to the seniors. “The whole team went absolutely insane because we were so ecstatic to beat the seniors,” Katie said. 6. During the powderpuff game, Elizabeth “Lizzie” Kaplan ’20 sprints to the end zone with the football while Britta Strain ’19 follows to pull her flag. The juniors won the powderpuff game 12-0 against the seniors, which gained them 500 points compared to the seniors’ 100 points for second place.

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competed in games ranging from traditions such as Balloon Stomp and Dizzy Bat to new additions such as Ultimate Rock Paper Scissors and the Sheet Race. With a lot of support from the crowd, players used the cheering of their classmates to fire up their competitive spirit. “When signing up for the Dizzy Bat I didn’t think it would be that difficult, but it was actually a lot harder than it looked,” Adeel Markatia ’20 said.

7 7. With Cesar Ades ’20 guiding him, Dimitri Politano ’20 fights to obtain the most tennis balls in the juniors’ box during Hungry Hippos. Each grade’s team consisted of two members: one pushed the scooter board, and the other grabbed tennis balls. 8. With yellow balloons in tow, seniors Benjamin Bernstein and Evan Dash attempt to dislodge junior Arielle Rothenberg’s orange balloon during Gym Games. The seniors eventually won Balloon Stomp, adding 200 spirit points to their total, and the juniors won second place and 100 spirit points.

9. Ian Pollock ’19 and Niles Boothe ’19 pull Jabari Owens ’19 across the gym and around a cone in the new Sheet Race. The seniors took an early lead in this event and won 200 spirit points.

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SPRIT STICK Although the battle for the spirit stick is a source of competition every year, it was especially competitive between the junior and senior classes. Each grade made their best effort to dominate every opportunity to earn spirit points. The juniors donated the most cereal boxes, while the seniors won hallway decoration. In the end, the seniors stampeded through the football field to claim the spirit stick with 9,128 points.

STUCO TAILGATE On the field across from Best Field, tents and lights were put up to welcome alumni, teachers and their kids to meet up before the homecoming game. For students, StuCo organized a tailgate and handed out pizza and waters so the student body could easily eat dinner before the game. The tailgate allowed all members of the school community to socialize, so students could be seen talking with teachers and alumni could reconnect. “It was really great to see all the alumni meeting back up with each other and having a good time before the game,” Vanessa Wildman ’20 said.

1 1. Eating the StuCo-provided pizza before the homecoming game, Alyssa Vasserman ’22, Jeremy Morris ’21, Olivia Varughese ’19, Christian Ehrnrooth ’19, Drew Morris ’19 and friends socialize at the tailgate. Students spent the tailgate mingling with friends and teachers and fueling up for the game.

HOMECOMING KING & QUEEN During halftime

of the homecoming game, the homecoming court headed to the football field with their parents oneby-one. Once the nominees arrived, seniors Hank Ingham and Ashleigh Clark were crowned as the king and queen. Ashleigh was joined by her parents at the center of the field, but Hank was out of town for a college visit on the night of the homecoming game. “I was incredibly surprised and honored to be chosen by my peers to be their homecoming king,” Hank said. 2. Homecoming king nominee Henry Pliske ’19 walks down the 50-yard line with his parents during halftime to join his fellow members of the homecoming court. 3. Ushered by her parents, nominee Ashleigh Clark ’19 heads toward the center of the field to await the announcement of the winners. Once she arrived, she was crowned homecoming queen and Hank Ingham ’19 was crowned homecoming king.

FOOTBALL GAME On Friday, October 19, students, faculty, parents and alumni of the Pine Crest community packed into the Best Field stands for Homecoming. Although the football team lost 43-14, senior Kadin Katsch still enjoyed playing in his final homecoming game. “This homecoming game was definitely electric in the beginning and special because I was a senior,” Kadin said. “I really love this team more than any other I’ve been on and the outcome wasn’t ideal, but I truly enjoyed this game with my teammates more than any other.” In addition to the football players’ adrenaline and motivation to play their hardest, the pep band and the cheerleaders added to the energy of the fans in the crowd. “To me, school spirit is everybody coming together as one and working together to support each other,” Kenna Hollander ’19 said. 4. The center snaps the ball to quarterback Scott Kean ’22 as Kadin Katsch ’19 and Brian Anderson ’19 are already on the move for the play. The Panthers fought against Gulliver Prep in their eighth game of the season.

5. Meeting at the 50-yard line, senior captains Kadin Katsch, Brian Anderson and Luke Kessinger prepare for the coin toss against Gulliver. Kevin Boothe ’01, the only Pine Crest alum to play in the NFL, watched the ceremonial coin toss. 6. Quarterback Scott Kean ’22 hands off the football to Kadin Katsch ’19. During the handoff, the offensive line blocked the opposing team to allow Kadin to move up the field. 7. The Panthers clear the way for Kadin Katch ’19 to gain yards on the play. Kadin rushed a total of 34 yards in the game.

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The senior class gathers at the 50-yard line to claim the spirit stick after running across the field in victory. Throughout the week, they amassed 9,128 spirit points, leading them to clinch the stick. “We had been waiting for four years to win the spirit stick and it was so exciting to finally have achieved our goal,” senior Samantha Gonzalez said.

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As the seniors rushed to claim the spirit stick, they officially began their RE19N.

the most attended football game of the year, the stands fell quiet. The only noise that could be heard was the seniors, running through the fence and rushing the football field to claim the Spirit Stick during the homecoming game halftime. Although the seniors ultimately won the Spirit Stick, all of high school enjoyed the week’s festivities. “I thought that this year’s Homecoming went pretty well,” StuCo president Rose “Rosie” Rothschild ’19 said. “Every grade went all out for the Spirit Stick, and I think that our school spirit was bigger than ever.” The cheers and encouragement of classmates could be heard everywhere, from the track during Powderpuff to the Sacrifice Circle during Food Games. Students competed on behalf of their grades for spirit points, and they wore their class colors and themed costumes with pride. “I really enjoyed homecoming because I got the opportunity to cheer on my peers and participate in activities,” Ariella “Ari” Bernick ’21 said.

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Starting a practice ACT, Olivia Pettee ’20 prepares for her December test. During the school year, juniors took standardized test one or more times to ensure they could achieve the highest score possible to submit to colleges.

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or ACT? Common App or Coalition App? Through much dedication and hard work, the answers to these questions, among many others, drove each senior to meet all of their deadlines, despite the struggle to balance the various parts of creating the perfect application. “It is so hard to give 100% to both school and the Common App because both of them are so important to getting into college,” Cara Westra ’19 said. “It’s been really tough making sure that I am doing my best in both areas.” In addition to the submission of transcripts and test scores, some colleges required supplemental essay questions to add a personality to students’ grades and scores. “They show how you view the world and how you think and respond to certain situations,” Gabriel “Gaby” Ortega ’19 said. “They show what kind of person you are and whether or not you would be a good

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fit on their campus.” While the essays are a crucial aspect of the application process, standardized tests were an additional responsibility for juniors. Students had the option to either take the SAT or the ACT, but not all of them agreed about whether these tests should be greatly considered when reviewing an application. “I think that they should be highly considered, but it shouldn’t be a key component because there are so many people that have test anxiety and problems taking tests,” Cara said. “That shouldn’t be weighted against them when it comes to reviewing their application.” The college application process as a whole was like preparing for any other class: it required grit and diligence. Students conquered this challenge while focusing on all other areas of their lives, from school to extracurriculars to fun, demonstrating their dedication. words by Cassandra Lawlor photos by Alexandra Giorno & Haley Strauch design by Crestian Staff

2 1. Using Khan Academy, Catrina Reyes ’20 works on her SAT preparation. “The standardized testing process is arduous, but ultimately I know that if I keep working it will be worth it in the end,” she said.

2. In the college counseling office, George LeMieux ’21 schedules a meeting with his academic dean. All students were required to meet with their college counselors to figure out what courses they wanted to take for the next year.

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Seniors explain the different emotions that accompany the college application process.

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ON Avita Clarke ’19 “The college process was sometimes really difficult, but it was also super exciting to apply and figure out where I was actually going to go.”

Samantha Restrepo-Stier ’19 “The college process started out stressful. There were many times when I wanted to give up but I pushed through.”

Jabari Owens ’19 “Applying to colleges really taught me a lot about myself since I had to think about all of the things I care about.”

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any other day, the Stacy and Munsey Gymnasiums held various sports practices and games. However, on October 15, the bleachers were swapped for colorful tables filled with pennants, stickers and informational brochures for the college fair. With almost 200 colleges spread out across the two gyms on campus, the college fair was a large production, but the sophomores, juniors and seniors found a way to make their rounds in an efficient manner. For sophomores, the college fair introduced them to colleges and helped them narrow their academic interests to specific schools. “It opened my eyes to the college process and gave a me a feeling for what I can expect in my years as an upperclassman,” Alexis Logan ’21 said. However, it was even more important for juniors, since they were in the midst of taking standardized tests and setting their sights on certain colleges. Before the college fair, Mr. Jordan Shapiro, the 10th and 11th grade dean, gave students

a few pointers: bring a pen and a notebook, make a list of questions for schools and make introductions with the college representatives. “The college fair was a great opportunity for me to get to see a wide range of colleges right on campus,” Frank Belette ’20 said. “Many of the representatives were extremely helpful and were able to answer all of my questions.” As for seniors, who were currently working on their applications, the college fair was a way for them to finalize their decisions about which schools they were applying to. “I was able to ask several colleges some last minute questions about supplements and scholarships, in addition to meeting some members of the administration,” Lauren Noyola ’19 said. The chance for students to meet face to face with representatives from prospective schools without having to travel across the country expanded their knowledge about college. “I had so many pamphlets in hand after the fair, but so much information that I didn’t know before,” Adeel Markatia ’20 said.

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Kenna Hollander ’19 “Applications and essays were very time consuming and could be frustrating sometimes. Knowing that it will all be worth it made it easier to stay focused and get it done.”

Sebastian Rukes ’19 “As I worked on the application process, I realized how it was the first time that I had really sat down and thought about all of my accomplishments. Looking at it this way made the process less stressful.”

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t o g e t h e r, the Ted-Ed Club and the Gender Equality Club collaborated to celebrate women’s innovation and drive real, meaningful change. In the ICI, the clubs hosted a livestream of TEDWomen, a three-day conference in Palm Springs, California focused on recognizing the power of women and girls. The theme for the event was “Showing Up,” and following the theme, the speakers shared their stories of getting started, gathering together and breaking out. “It’s really meaningful and important to have a day set aside to conceptualize genderrelated issues and hear from industry-leading women,” said Eric Shagrin ’19, co-president of the TED-Ed Club. “The first step to making change is awareness.” In addition to watching the livestream, guest speaker

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and Pine Crest parent Jennifer Rosenbaum talked to students about her experience as a woman in the male-dominated technology industry. She shared how she balanced her family responsibilities while also starting her own company, joking that it required a lot of coffee. After the livestream, students held a talk-back session to discuss topics surrounding gender. The discourse explored gender discrimination, gender identity and stereotypes with perspectives from a diverse array of students. “The discussion was extremely thought provoking, but what was especially interesting was watching students with varying opinions respectfully discuss and understand one another’s viewpoints,” Natalia Hauser ’20 said. words by Fatima Minhas & Olivia Pettee photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

REMEMBERING 9/11 Reflecting on the somber mood of the day, students and faculty gathered at the 9/11 assembly to hear from a panel of teachers who had personal experiences with the 2001 terrorist attacks. Mr. Aaron Gillego recalled the emptiness on his college campus and in the streets of New York in the days following the attack. Mrs. Elizabeth Mendonca, who at the time attended high school in Washington D.C., spoke of the uncertainty that

Mr. Gillego, Mrs. Nisman, Mrs. Mendonca and Mrs. Rashbaum share their experiences working and studying in New York City and Washington D.C. during the September 11, 2001 attacks.

she felt as her school evacuated. Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum, who worked in newscasting at Rockefeller Center, faced the decision of whether to leave her live broadcast due to the threat. Mrs. Stacy Nisman described how her company canceled a meeting at the World Trade Center scheduled for September 11, saving her life. Despite the tragedy, their stories reminded students of the unity that Americans felt afterwards and to this day. words by Olivia Pettee photo by Brooke Greenfield

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School parent Jennifer Rosenbaum shares how she succeeds in her predominantly male technology company. Through the livestream from California, TEDWomen speakers emphasized the importance of gender equality. After the presentations, students engaged in discussions to explore gender disparities and increase their awareness.

1. Standing in front of the TEDWomen audience, TED-Ed Club sponsor Mr. Aaron Gillego and co-president Eric Shagrin ’19 introduce live speaker Jennifer Rosenbaum. The event consisted of a speaker, a livestream of the presentations in California and a student roundtable discussion.

Mr. Aaron Gillego “We all bear witness to history unfold every day, and what I wanted to remind students is that their testimonial in the future will be necessary to remember the past.”

Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum “It’s hard for me to believe that most of you weren’t alive on that day. So, if I can bring it alive for you and help you see the long-term impact of that day, it’s very special and powerful to me.”

Mrs. Elizabeth Mendonca “Sharing with students who are the same age I was then made it feel like I was reliving the day and all its emotions.”

Mrs. Stacy Nisman “I felt like I was bringing a personal connection to such a monumental event in American history. As a history teacher, I try to breathe life into history every day, so it was really amazing to have my personal story be part of the dialogue.”

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NEW CLASSES AP LATIN Jessica Nedry ’20 works to translate The Aeneid. Latin students translated many famous plays from the original writings, offering a deeper insight into the meaning of the stories.

AP RESEARCH Bianca Simons ’19 collaborates with Hailee Cono ’19 on her research. “This class is embarking on a challenging but insightful research project,” Bianca said.

STEM-MING from

September 26, qualified juniors and seniors were inducted into the newly-founded school chapter of the Science National Honor Society. Ms. Katherine Rice, the faculty sponsor, said members must have completed science community service and attended a series of meetings. Members of the club participated in STEMrelated activities for younger students and beach cleanups, and they were encouraged to promote science within the school community. For example, students created a series of science videos to explain labs, and these videos were used both to demonstrate the procedures and help students who missed class. “Science National Honor Society is the

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only society that I have ever been in that really encourages going out into the world and actually integrating science socially,” member Omer Erez ’20 said. Since the society was new, its student leadership was faced with defining members’ roles and responsibilities. Co-president Isabelle “Izzy” Seckler ’19 said she wanted to distinguish Science National Honor Society from the other subjects’ societies and help members make an impact on the school and the community. “I have a lot of freedom to create something never been done at Pine Crest before,” Izzy said. “It’s been amazing to work with administrators to create the ‘got science’ after school program for lower schoolers.”

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1. Rose “Rosie” Rothschild ’19 hands Eli Seiner ’20 his certificate of acceptance into the honor society. During the SNHS induction, the honor society’s officers and faculty sponsors spoke of the inductees’ devotion to the subject and their duties to the school community.

GERMAN Eldar Khismatullin ’20 focuses on a reading passage as Mrs. Christina Leps instructs. He began pursuing German before transferring to Pine Crest, so the course was offered to continue his learning.

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Simran Wadhwa reveals how she found her passion for tutoring and how it has impacted her in a positive way. subject is contacted. Students then send their material to the Beta tutor prior to their first session so that the tutor can prepare for their first meeting. As the head of Beta tutoring, it was Simran’s job to coordinate everything in order to ensure a student received the help they asked for. Simran said the job was difficult at times, since she had to coordinate all the tutors, but it was very rewarding. words by Cassandra Lawlor photo by Ishani Singh

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Simran Wadhwa ’19 has always enjoyed helping people, so when she joined Beta tutoring in her sophomore year, it quickly developed into a passion of hers. “I’ve always wanted to help others out, and when the opportunity presented itself my sophomore year to join Beta tutoring, I picked it up,” Simran said. In order to seek help, students fill out a form posted on Schoology, and once students request help, a tutor who specializes in that

BETA CLUB Jolie Albinder ’22, Danielle Cornick ’22, Sophia Lieuw-KieSong ’22 and Sara Gotkin ’22 raise their hands as they take the pledge for their induction into Beta Club. New inductees were selected after demonstrating academic excellence through the honor roll and community engagement through surpassing the required amount of service hours. NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY Society president Eve Rosenthal ’19, vice president Daniel Bolja ’19 and treasurer Ryan Ding ’19 manage traditional elements of the induction, including lighting a candle. NEHS offered opportunities for students to take a field trip to the Miami Book Fair and compete in School Duel, a high school quiz competition. RHO KAPPA NATIONAL SOCIAL STUDIES HONOR SOCIETY Inductees to the society were chosen from their excellence in multiple advanced social science courses. Throughout the year, Rho Kappa sponsored a quiz bowl for Homecoming and encouraged its members to expand their social science awareness.

SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPÁNICA The society’s motto “¡Todos a una!” (“All Together for One Goal”) exemplified its objective of expanding members’ listening, reading and speaking skills in the Spanish language. Inductees were chosen from their demonstrated Spanish skills. words by Crestian Staff photos by Estefania Monserratt & Allison Trebbi

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NEHS FIELD TRIP Juniors Gabriel Moncau, Justin Guilfu and Andrew Chung prepare to meet Dhionelle Clayton, author of The Belles, at the Miami Book Fair. Students traveled to Miami with English department faculty members as a part of the National English Honor Society (NEHS) annual field trip to the Miami Book Fair and the Pérez Art Museum. At the fair, NEHS members

were exposed to hundreds of authors and books. Students gained a perspective into how the liberal arts can be applied in careers such as writing, helping the junior and senior members of NEHS plan for the future. Many attendees, including Emily Davidovic ’20, said the trip to Miami gave them insight into all the arts available to them in a city close to home.

POEM ILLUSTRATIONS Students in Mrs. Kathleen Young’s AP English Language classes were tasked with analyzing a prose passage and reconstructing the passages into poetry that reflected the many identities of home. Then, they illustrated a place they considered to be home to visualize what they were describing in their poems. Skylar Kronrad ’21 said she enjoyed the project

because it allowed her to imitate a sophisticated style of writing. She wrote about camp because she said the energy of its atmosphere can change depending on the season, much like the original passage. This creative project allowed students to delve into the complex realm of poetry and form a personal connection by relating the passage to places they know and love.

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PERIODIC TABLE ELEMENTS Gaining invaluable and applicable iLab experience, ninth grade chemistry students designed plaques to represent their assigned periodic table element, from Cesium to Barium, or even the lesser known Roentgenium. They depicted the element’s atomic number and a potential use of the element on the plaque, exposing them to the periodic table that they used for the rest of the year. Students had all the iLab tools at their disposal, so they used creative designs. Their plaques varied in color and material, adding an informative decoration to the chemistry hallway and increasing their growing knowledge of periodicity.

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STRUCTURE DESIGN AGAINST NATURAL DISASTERS Spanish IV students used the iLab to design homes that could withstand natural disasters that often face Latin American communities, such as hurricanes, earthquakes and floods. Sra. Patty Gómez and Sra. Irene Zingg gave students specific materials to build with, including cardboard, foam bricks and

hot glue. Brooke Cordoba ’20 said she enjoyed decorating the house she designed at the end of the project, as well as the challenge of having to communicate with her team solely in Spanish. This project helped students familiarize themselves with the technology available in the iLab and apply the technology to help learn Spanish skills.

BLUE BOOK ESSAYS English essays, DBQs and FRQs share a common thread: the blue book. A few blank lined pages with a blue cover were filled with copious amounts of information, including evidence, analysis, rhetorical devices, explanations and so much more.

INVENT YOUR OWN GADGET In French III Honors, students created a new gadget or altered an existing one, and then used French to develop an advertising campaign, effectively incorporating business and STEM skills into a language class. Staying true to traditional marketing techniques, the students created posters to pitch their new idea to the class, who posed as a group of

LATIN WAX TABLETS Latin II Honors students worked in the iLab to create wax tablets like those in the Museum of London Archaeology. They utilized tools such as the laser printer to make a modern rendition of the ancient Roman tablets.

investors. After presenting the project, the class wrote emails to other students explaining how their peers’ projects intrigued them. Emma Gómez ’22 said she really enjoyed the project because it emphasized extemporaneous speaking in French, which helped her and her classmates apply their conversational skills to a real life business situation.

CELL MODEL DISPLAY Biology Honors students researched organelles and created infographics about their features. Then, the teachers put them on display in the science hallway as a gallery for students to learn about cells. WHAT HAPPENED IN THE CLASSROOM

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INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION PROJECT Sophomores Madeline Hurt and Spencer Bauman present their model of a railroad to their AP U.S. History (APUSH) class. In APUSH, Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum and Mrs. Stacy Nisman assigned their students to choose an innovation from the Industrial Revolution and construct a representation of it. Submissions encompassed innovations ranging from

functioning telegraphs to steam engines, allowing students to learn about the era’s inventions. Isabella Arabia ’21 said she made a model of the Erie Canal, which featured three stages of construction. Using the iLab’s 3D Printer and laser cutter, students like Isabella were able to learn about the Industrial Revolution without the traditional mold of reading a textbook.

CONSTITUTION DAY Erin Wiegman ’20, Emily Roy ’20 and Deborah Ades ’19 celebrate Constitution Day by eating snacks brought in by the class. Semester-long AP U.S. Government & Politics students celebrated the day the Constitution was ratified and the creation of American politics by contextualizing the document in ways they could relate to. Additionally, they

ate themed treats such as Mrs. Trish Everett’s pumpkin cookies and a cornucopia of sweets brought in by members of the class. Emily Roy said she was enchanted by the celebration, which made her excited about the Constitution. She also said the pumpkin cookies helped encourage the class to be excited about the Constitution’s adoption.

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ROLLERCOASTER PROJECT Mrs. Naeemah Owens helps Elizabeth “Libby” Baker ’19 and Alexandra “Alex” Giorno ’19 construct their group’s rollercoaster. AP Physics C students brought their knowledge outside of the classroom, designing roller coasters that demonstrated their understanding of advanced physics and calculus. Including flips, vertical drops and, in some cases, circular tracks, the students’ roller coasters taught physics in a fun, approachable way. Alex Giorno said it was great being able to collaborate with friends and build the roller coaster with the materials from the iLab, since she not only learned the physics of a roller coaster, but she also learned how to use the tools in the iLab.

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SOCRATIC SEMINAR Seniors Mark Rozencwaig, Ethan Smith and Jordan Zelch contribute to class discussion about the correct method to solve a problem. Ms. Jamille Hernandez’s AP Calculus BC students participated in Socratic seminars to solve FRQs as a class, allowing students to share their own approaches. Eli Seiner ’20 said he appreciated the

Socratic seminar as a break from regular math lessons so he could experiment with problems. The class engaged students by calling upon their critical thinking skills to apply their calculus knowledge. Students discussed, collaborated and referenced notes, but in the end, they were typically able to solve the problem and leave class satisfied with their work.

CAPSTONE ESCAPE ROOM Learning to work together for their AP Capstone Seminar performance task, Brence Platner ’20, Kevin Harvey ’20, Zachary Goldstein ’20 and Rayna Gordon ’20 escape the room as a team.

HACKATHON Chase O’Brien ’21 focuses on his laptop amid the vigorous tapping of computer keys as students raced to solve the problems in Mr. Angel Perez’s hackathon packet. Students involved in the Computer Science Club as well as students enrolled in one of the many computer science classes participated in the coding,

LIVESTREAM STUDY SESSIONS Mr. Mark Spitzig livestreams a study session for his Geometry Honors class. These sessions, adopted by other teachers, gave students the chance to ask their teachers questions while they were studying at home.

using any language of their choice. Given a packet with difficult problems to solve, hackathoners competed to answer the hardest problems, earning points for the level of expertise necessary to solve each problem. Students worked in teams to solve the problems, trying their hardest to edge the other students out and achieve a coveted hackathon win.

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a day filled with homecoming activities, students sat patiently in the seats of Stacy, making up the audience of Playing for Change. Backstage, the performers paced back and forth, tuning instruments and warming up vocals. As the two student emcees Meghna Sharma ’19 and Jabari Owens ’19 walked out onto the stage to announce the start of the concert, the audience roared with excitement. With 14 performances, the biannual concert allowed students to showcase their talents as musicians to the community while also fundraising for charity. Sofia Alkon ’20, co-chair of Playing for Change, explained that the charity for the fall concert was selected to provide relief for hurricane aftermaths. “We want to help as much as possible,” Sofia said. “As Floridians, we know how hard it can be to recover from a hurricane.” Not only was the concert for a beneficial cause, but it also gave a way for students to express themselves.

Madison Mazer ’19 sings to the sounds of Mark Rozencwaig ’19 and Daniel Bolja ’19 playing their guitars. All of the Playing for Change acts were organized by students, and attendees won spirit points. The student-run concert helped fundraise for Direct Relief, a charity that provides aid for areas hit by hurricanes.

First-time performer Justin Koolik ’21 said he had an unforgettable experience and he got to know new friends. “It brought me closer to people that I share similar interests with,” Justin said. “Being on the stage lets me be who I want to be.” Co-chair Sarah Rodriguez ’19 spent countless hours perfecting the acts and ensuring the execution of the show, but she said all the effort was worth it because of her passion for performing. “What I love the most is the atmosphere among all of the students,” she said. “Seeing the performers support each other and the audience appreciate the music is so incredible.” Neon Bull, an alternative rock band created by six Pine Crest students, had the opportunity to showcase their second original song, “Hollywood Knockoff,” after rehearsing for weeks on end. “I enjoyed seeing the enthusiasm and love that our fans had for us,” said lead singer Joshua “Josh” Perper ’21.

3 1. Britta Strain ’19 performs on stage with Connor Norris ’21. They sang “Beneath Your Beautiful” by Labrinth. 2. Laughing at their own jokes, emcees Jabari Owens ’19 and Meghna Sharma ’19 introduce the next act. They relied on puns involving song titles to make the crowd excited. 3. The cast celebrates at the end of their concert, dancing along to senior co-chair Sarah Rodriguez’s performance. The students’ hard work and music paid off to aid with hurricane recovery.

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6. Celebrating successfully organizing the concert, co-chair Sarah Rodriguez ’19 performs for her peers. She sang “Begging” by Dua Lipa as all the acts joined her on stage for the finale.

5 4. Michael Saltzman ’19, Drew Morris ’19, Mark Rozencwaig ’19, Daniel Bolja ’19 and Joshua Perper ’21 rock the stage with their band, Neon Bull. Neon Bull debuted another original song at Playing for Change.

PAYING IT FORWARD Playing for Change co-chairs Sarah Rodriguez ’19 and Sofia Alkon ’20 developed an interest in music from a young age and wanted to find a way to help the greater community with their love for music. They kept up the tradition of donating all proceeds to charity, settling on Direct Relief. “We chose to donate the proceeds to Direct Relief, a hurricane relief program for Hurricanes Florence and Michael, because we have all felt the effects of hurricanes in our own community,” Sarah said. “That words by Lauren Fromkin photo by 1st Combat Camera Squadron under the license of CC-BY-SA-3.0

5. Performing in front of a themed backdrop, Eve Rosenthal ’19 and Lily Volper ’19 sing “Imagine” by John Lennon. Students performed all genres of music, ranging from pop to classical music.

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Playing for Change performers combine their love of singing and helping the community motivated us to want to do as much as we could to help other places in need.” Both Sarah and Sofia enjoyed the atmosphere of Playing for Change, and they were excited about its large attendance because it meant they could make a meaningful contribution to Direct Relief. “It’s important to donate the proceeds because it allows for people to understand how powerful music is and how we can use our talents to bring people together for a good cause,” Sofia said.

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Alexandra Valad ’19, Peyton Stanley ’20, Julia Tannenbaum ’19, Jennifer Wolters ’19, Sabrina Kreiss ’21, Camila Piza ’19, Natalie Rubenstein ’20 and Sydney Stanley ’19 focus on renowned choreographer Lester Horton’s strict technique. In this variation choreographed by Mrs. Nikki Allred-Boyd, dancers experimented with a new style of dance. The final pose of “Take 5” showed many aspects of Horton’s style, including flat backs and laterals.

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lights turned on, the quick musical notes of Tarantella played and a dozen dancers ran onto the stage, tambourines shaking rhythmically. “Dance Etc. is just a lot of fun,” Sabrina Kreiss ’21 said. “It’s a lot of goofing around but at the same time we get the job done.” The dancers said Dance Etc. had an excellent balance of work and fun, but overall the amount of sweat and tears put in by the dancers and teachers in order to create Dance Etc. performances was immense. The company spent a lot of time together, with two two-hour rehearsals a week supplemented by occasional Saturday rehearsals. “It’s not one of those things that you can just throw together,”

Sabrina said. “It takes a lot of hard work, especially from our teachers and choreographers.” With that hard work, the dancers learned a lot more than dancing. They learned problem solving, quick thinking, and the benefits of hard work. “I firmly believe that discipline is number one,” Mrs. Amy Cichoski said. “I think that all dancers learn a lot of discipline when they have to do a live performance.” However, in addition to working, the dancers enjoyed time with their friends in the company. “Hanging with my friends during rehearsals and getting to learn choreography really motivates me,” Jennifer “Jenni” Wolters ’19 said.

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1 1. In a piece choreographed by Mrs. Allred-Boyd, Peyton Stanley ’20 and Natalie Rubenstein ’20 pose to Alanis Morisette’s “Uninvited.” Their bold, black dresses emphasized each movement in the contemporary dance. Mrs. AllredBoyd created this piece earlier in her career, but brought it back for this performance. 2. Sabrina Kreiss ’21, Natalie Rubenstein ’20, Peyton Stanley ’20 and Sydney Stanley ’19 prepare for their Horton modern dance, Mrs. Allred-Boyd’s “Take 5.” This was the first time Dance Etc. performed the Horton technique. “I never thought about studying the Horton technique, but now that I’ve had some experience with it, it’s definitely something I would consider,” Sabrina said.

3. Lauren Shamie ’19 leaps across the stage as Julia Karten ’19 prepares for a pirouette. Dancers crouched and hid their faces from the audience, reflecting the mood of the piece.

4. The members of the senior company work together to lift another dancer while performing “Foolish Games,” a contemporary dance choreographed by Ms. Jacqueline Hernandez. Since Ms. Hernandez normally taught Lower School dance, the Dance Etc. dancers had the opportunity to work with

a teacher they did not get the ability to work with daily. This dance incorporated a lot of partnering work, testing their trust in other dancers. 5. Holding up tambourines, the members of the senior company arrange themselves in their final pose after completing their Italian tarantella. This dance used quick steps with lighthearted music to emphasize the Italian style.The dancers had to learn how to use the tambourines and move quickly while still keeping the grace of ballet, teaching them new skills.

CLARA

Clara Nguyen offers her passion for piano to Dance Etc., executing a dance to live music.

Named after concert pianist Clara Schumann, Clara Nguyen ’19 was destined to be a pianist herself, beginning the instrument at around five years old and playing it ever since. “It’s definitely a lot of work and practice and time commitment, but what keeps me into it is the joy that I can bring to people when I play to them,” Clara said. “There’s nothing quite like playing for an audience because you get to share what you love with other people.” Clara became involved with many of the school’s fine arts productions due to her talent. She said she was rehearsing her piece for Playing for Change when the dance teachers heard her music and approached her to play during Dance Etc. Her experience playing piano for dance taught her about how different types of art could interact. “I thought that Dance Etc. demonstrated how all fields of art are interconnected,” Clara said. “Seeing the choreographers’ representation of the music on stage was really cool.” words by Marlie Kahan photo by Alexandra Giorno

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Maxim Gluhovski ’22, Ignacio Hinestrosa ’21, Benjamin Berger ’21, Ari Segal ’21, Ian Pollock ’19, Nikita Dua ’22, Zaria Pirani ’22 and Melika Borujerdi ’22 play with the pep band at a football game. Sitting on the north end of the bleachers, the band members motivated the football players with their upbeat tunes. The football players said they appreciated the music because it helped energize them to play.

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THE STANDS The pep band performs their music to keep up the spirit of the crowd and the football players.

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football season, student musicians played in the pep band to bring a lively atmosphere to games and help the football players do their best. The pep band music required enthuiasm for the repertoire and energetic playing so the spectators and football players could keep a positive mindset. To achieve this, the students absorbed their director’s enthusiasm. “My favorite thing about teaching the band is to be able to share my passion for the music,” Mr. Jamie Roth said. “When students discover the joy the music brings and add improvisation to their playing, there is no better feeling for a jazz director.” The pep band also participated in many events to get students spirited and show support for the school, such as the homecoming pep rally, where they added their musical touch. “I think pep band is a great way for everybody in band to relax and have fun while still pursuing what they love to do,” Sophia Varughese ’22 said. “It gives us a chance to play fun music while getting the crowd and the team energized, which everybody really seems to enjoy.”

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1 1. Playing their drums, Christian Prestegard ’19 and Michael “Mikey” Saltzman ’19 keep the pep band playing a steady rhythm. The percussion section was integral to the performances, ensuring the music sounded balanced.

’20, Kevin Harvey ’20, Spencer Bauman ’22, Bill Hung ’20, Joshua Loewenstern ’22, Sophia Varughese ’22, Matthew Mulhall ’20 and Kelly Pinilla ’22. After the tailgate, they 3. Playing for the crowd transitioned to the at the homecoming stands for the game. tailgate, Ryan Karp 2. Lauren Pollock ’19 conducts the pep band to help get the team and the crowd motivated. The band followed her cue as she signaled when to start and stop playing.

3 4. Wearing a green morphsuit under his uniform, Drew Morris ‘19 cheers on the football team from his place in the stands. The players relied on the band to motivate them with their music, improving their game. 5. The brass section continues to play throughout the football game. The musicians flipped through their sheet music to play their repertoire, including fight songs, pop music and classic hits.

5 Nikhil Narwani reveals how music continues to influence his life. From piano lessons to All-County Honor Band, Nikhil Narwani ’20 has expressed his love for music for many years and across multiple instruments. However, his interest in music stems from when his parents made him and his brother take piano lessons in fourth grade. “They bought an old upright piano and made both of us learn how to play,” Nikhil said. “After the first lesson I was super interested in getting better, and a year later I picked up the saxophone and started learning that as well.”

Although he plays the saxophone for concert band and jazz band, he also practices the piano and the flute at home. Additionally, he credits his music experience with introducing him to new friends and providing him with many opportunities. He is often inspired by John Coltrane, a saxophonist and composer. “Learning how connected he was to the music really inspires me to approach music as something that can convey emotions and stories, instead of just sound,” Nikhil said.

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Hank Ingham discusses his character in the musical and his passion for fine arts.

Growing up, Hank Ingham ’19 was surrounded by music because his father and grandfather both played the piano, which he said instilled in him a love for fine arts. He started participating in the musical in Middle School and for High School Musical, Hank was cast as Jack Scott, the student who makes announcements on the school PA system. “My character is clumsy and awkward, but when he’s making announcements he has a dramatic and professional radio persona,” Hank said. One of his favorite memories from the musical was quoting lines to his friends as they passed by each other in the hall, and he said his friends are a big part of why he enjoys acting. “My biggest inspiration comes from the exhilaration of being on stage and from the support of my family, teachers and friends that make it all worthwhile,” Hank said.

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1. Sofia Alkon ’20 sings during her character’s audition for the East High School musical. In this scene, the actors sang in a variety of tones for a comedic effect. 2. As Ryan and Sharpay Evans, Jordan Zelch ’19 and Cayleigh Pine ’19 propose choreography for the lead characters’ duet.

Audience and cast members share their favorite parts about seeing one of their childhood movies come to life in Stacy Auditorium.

Julia Aronberg ’22

Daniel Rutstein ’22

Alicia Caceres ’21

Alina Virga ’21

“Since High School Musical is my favorite movie, I loved watching the high school production.”

“HSM was an invigorating experience. I was truly fond of the moments I shared with the cast.”

“Everyone did so amazing and it’s crazy to think of how much time they put in it!”

“HSM was so much fun! The senior class is amazing and I will be sad to see them go.”

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Clad in matching bright red uniforms, the jocks sing along with their basketball captain Troy Bolton, played by Sebastian Rukes ’19. In unison, they threw their basketballs in the air for “Get’cha Head in the Game.” The number combined singing and choreography with basketball dribbling to captivate the audience.

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3. Acting as Taylor McKessie, Sarah Rodriguez ’19 speaks on the phone about the controversy between her fellow brainiacs and the jocks.

4. Standing alone on stage, Samantha Gonzalez ’19 sings about the distress she’s experiencing with her fellow brainiacs. Her character Gabriella Montez felt torn between her science decathlon expectations and her own desires.

the curtain drew back and the lights grew dim, audience members were transported to East High School for the fall production of one of Disney Channel’s most watched films, High School Musical. With a plot line similar to that of Romeo and Juliet, High School Musical followed the love story of basketball star Troy Bolton, played by Sebastian Rukes ’19 and new student Gabriella Montez played by Samantha Gonzalez ’19. Breaking the “status quo” of not sticking to their designated cliques, these two students faced resistance from their respective circles. The countless rehearsals after required to make this production a success created a unique familial bond between all 60 cast members that many said was their favorite part of being a part

of High School Musical. “As the years pass, I might forget the choreography or the lines, but I will never forget the relationships that I developed during High School Musical,” Jordan Zelch ’19 said. This production was extremely memorable for the seniors, many of whom had been involved with theater and previous musicals throughout high school. “Before the show we all thought to ourselves ‘Wow, this is going to be our last musical,’ and when we all went offstage getting ready for bows we all had tears in our eyes,” Sarah Rodriguez ’19 said. The production of High School Musical left audience members with the tunes ringing in their ears and cast members with song-filled hearts and bright smiles on their faces.

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Danielle Weisfisch ’20

William Prevor ’20

Alexander Kos ’19

Sebastian Rukes ’19

“I enjoyed seeing one of my favorite movies on stage!”

“It was cool to inch across the stage as an earthworm. It really stretched my acting abilities!”

“The entire musical had a very nice rhythm and was extremely enjoyable to watch.”

“My favorite part about this production was trying to learn how to spin a basketball.” HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

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Andrea Santander ’20 leaps off the blocks at the finals of the State Championship. Andrea was state champion in the 100 yard freestyle and broke a 9,102-dayold record. As a whole, the girls won second and the boys won fifth.

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competing and cooling down. These were the principles both the girls’ and boys’ swimming and diving teams followed throughout their seasons. When they were at a meet, the athletes were either competing in their events, cooling down after a race or supporting each other. The captains and coaches made sure that everyone was engaged in the meet and cheering for the people racing. “Success depends on the present... When you go to a swim meet, if you allow yourself to let your mind go to places that don’t help you get better, it will take away from your performance,” Coach Podkoscielny said. “We work way too hard to allow distractions to take away from our performances, so the three C’s we had during the season are the only three things we should be worrying about during the meet.” The team captains were selected by the coaches to help lead the team in many different ways. Senior captains Molly See, Alexandra Meszaros, Hannah Virgin, Antony Novak, Nicholas “Nick” Vale, Jacob Silberman and Ishani Singh led the team in cheers, organized team bonding days, were in charge of filling up the coolers with ice before every meet and led stretches.

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“When I was in 10th and 11th grade I was looking up to the captains and this year I am the leader and the captain, so it’s very different because I have to set an example and lead the team,” Nick said. Both teams trained for many hours throughout the day to achieve top results at all their dual meets and State series competitions, winning Districts and placing at Regionals and States. The girls beat the Bolles swimming and diving team for the second time in 30 years, won the 55th annual Woodson Invitational and finished the regular season undefeated. Meanwhile, the boys finished with a record of 8-2. Additionally, the diving team won States for the sixth year in a row. Andrea Santander ’20 set a new record in the 200 meter individual medley at the Woodson Invitational and again at States, and Nick Vale ’19 broke his own record in the 100 yard butterfly at States. Santander defended her State title in the 100 yard freestyle, while the girls’ 4 x 50 yard freestyle relay went an All-American time of 1:34.83. Kevin Mendez ’22 also took both the Regional and State diving title and Denny Gulia-Janovski ’22 won the gold medal at Districts and bronze medal at States.

2 1. Alexandra Meszaros ’19 and Esther Lin ’22 turn together at the wall. They raced each other in the 100 yard butterfly. 2. Cheering for the boys’ 4x100 yard freestyle relay at Regionals, Molly See ’19, Ishani Singh ’19, Jacob Silberman ’19,

Matthew Petreski ’19 and Joshua Hanks ’21 show their sportsmanship. 3. Mentally preparing herself, Rachel Botting ’20 stands on the block just before her race at States. Rachel finished fourth in the 50 freestyle and became an All-American.

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OUR CAPTAINS Jacob “Jake” Silberman ’19 has always been near the pool, from lessons when he was four to being team captain as a junior and senior. When asked what he brought to the team as captain, he said “being the number one fan.” His mentality always focused on understanding the process and being able to start from square one. “I truly believe if you can’t find something to fix, you’re not looking hard enough,” Jake said.

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Ishani Singh ’19 has been captain of the diving team for two years. She began the sport nine years ago and spent seven years on the high school team. During her senior season, she felt many different emotions. “It was bittersweet because it was nice to see the younger people on the team be included in the team,” Ishani said. “I remember when I was the little kid but it was also sad to know that this was my last year.”

All-American Qualifiers

Swimmers and divers talk about their experiences at States.

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Joshua Hanks ’21 “The team energy was extremely important because supporting each other helps everyone have incredible performances.”

7 “It’s not even a comparison because Welch’s are chewier and more flavorful, not to mention it is proven that they make you swim faster.” -Hanna Elks Smith ’22

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5 4. Denny Gulia-Janovski ’22 lines up his inward dive pike for a good entry. Over the course of the season, Denny won Districts and reached the points required to be an All-American. 5. Kaylee Greenberg ’21 practices her front flip with two twists. Kaylee learned and perfected the dive over

6 the course of the season. 6. Sarrah Ghadiali ’22 prepares to take off the springboard. It was Sarrah’s first season diving for Pine Crest. 7. Kevin Mendez ’22 executes his signature front two and a half pike. Mendez defended his State title later in the season.

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Andrea Santander ’20 “States as a junior was different because I felt more responsibility to get the team pumped up for the championship season.”

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Alexandra Meszaros ’19 “My last States was a lot of fun. It was exciting to see the younger kids embrace the team.”

Kevin Mendez ’22 “States was really fun and I gained a lot of experience and watched the team grow.”

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“Mott’s gummies taste so much better and they’re squishier so they are more fun to eat.” -Shiraz Shiff ’20

Flora Beleznay ’21 “My experience with this team at States was incredible. I have never met a more positive and genuinely motivated group of people.”

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1. The offensive line pushes back the opponent’s defense so Matt Yellin ’20 can take the handoff from Kamran Kadivar ’19. This play helped the football team score a touchdown.

2. The football players take a vertical leap to try and block Gulliver Prep’s kick through the goalpost during the homecoming game. This game featured the largest crowd of the season.

Bursting through their new banner, the football players run onto the field for the homecoming game. Throughout the season, their crowds, the pep band and the cheerleaders motivated them to play their best game. Additionally, two players made Sun Sentinel’s all-Broward second team and four players made honorable mention.

3. Konrad Ehmke ’19 and Joshua Vlessing ’20 take a knee during halftime. The players huddled up to hear feedback from the coaches and strategize for the second half of the game. 4. Finding an opening in the defense, Kamran Kadivar ’19 runs with the ball towards the end zone while Benjamin Petri ’21 looks ahead to keep his path clear. The play resulted in a 23yard gain for the team.

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Football players share how the children’s electrolyte drink affects their performance in games.

Graham Gotlieb ’20

John Herin ’19

Joseph Angella ’20

Konrad Ehmke ’19

“Pedialyte gives you wings.”

“Pedialyte was what was inside the bottle of ‘Michael’s Secret Stuff ’ in the movie Space Jam.”

“Even though it’s one of the saltiest drinks on the planet, I do what I gotta do to win.”

“Anti-cramp technology”

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weeks of hard work over the summer, the football team kicked off the season with a 17-6 win against Coral Springs Charter. Despite an overall losing record, the team’s efforts and determination throughout the season came to fruition in the final game against Saint Andrew’s High School with a 54-27 win, which ended the team’s season with a record of 4-6. “In my opinion, the highlight of the football season was beating Saint Andrew’s in our final game,” Jake Rosen ’20 said. “Even though we did not have the best record, it was a big learning year. We installed a brand new offense and defense, and we had a bunch of guys put into starting roles due to injuries. Overall, I think it was a very productive season.” From showing up to morning workouts every day before school to team dinners before the games, the football players were truly able to

connect with each other and form long-lasting friendships. This, along with the leadership of the senior captains Kadin Katsch, Kamran Kadivar, Brian Anderson and Luke Kessinger, resulted in the team looking out for each other both on and off the field. “This team has been the closest group of brothers I have ever been around, and I love each and every one of them,” Kadin said. “This season has changed my life forever, and I will never forget my teammates who always had my back.” After a season of countless hours spent both on the field and in the weight room, the returning athletes look forward to the team’s future success. “There’s a lot of hope for next season since we are returning most of our starters on both sides of the ball,” Jake said. “We worked really hard this season to master a new playbook, and I cannot wait to get back out on the field.”

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5. In the first game of the season, the offensive line prepares to block as Jacob Goldberg ’20 poises to snap the ball. The football team won this game 17-6 against Coral Springs Charter.

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moments on Best Field,” Kadin said. “Our team fed off that game the rest of the year.”

7. David Radvany-Roth ’19 evades a tackle from Coral Springs Charter’s Tyreek 6. Kadin Katsch ’19 looks on as Kamran Ormil ’20. The football team scored a Kadivar ’19 chases an errant snap, turning touchdown in three of the four quarters a negative play into positive yardage. played, heavily contributing to their win. They beat Calvary Christian with a close score of 35-34. “It was one of my favorite

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cheerleading season was filled with high energy, spirit and a sense of teamwork and camaraderie. Day after day, the cheerleaders worked to ensure they would deliver the best performances possible. Cheering requires talent, trust in your teammates and a commitment to being the players’ biggest supporters at all times. “Before games, we practice our cheers and our dance so that when we get in front of the crowd and the football players, it feels like second nature, and we perform really well,” Carly Gumberg ’21 said. “Homecoming was especially amazing, and I really felt like our halftime dance was the best one yet.” The cheer squad featured a tight-knit group of students who demonstrated school pride at every event. Every member worked hard to create an environment in which all the cheerleaders could feel supported, and their underlying sense of friendship showed in their cheers. The harder they worked, the more confidently they executed their cheers. “I think we had a pretty great season this year. We sort of work towards Homecoming all season and it is worth it seeing it all come together,” Kenna Hollander ’19 said. “Being the only senior, I was the only captain, but my teammates all helped a lot and we really came together to get things done. It was one of my favorite seasons.” Cheers from the the season included fan-favorites, such as “Rock With the Green and Roll With the White” and “Let’s Get a Little Bit Rowdy.” The squad’s choreography and eye-catching stunts kept the crowd and the players going. “The energy that the cheerleaders bring to the games is infectious,” Olivia Pettee ’20 said. “Their positivity always puts me in a happy mood.” The enthusiam the squad incoporated into each number lifted up the crowd’s spirits and instilled a sense of pride, no matter the score of the game. words by Chelsea Thompson photos by Alexandra Giorno & Alexandra Carr design by Crestian Staff

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1. Juniors Natalie Rubenstein, Arielle Rothenberg, Elizabeth Kaplan, Jolie Shapiro, Megan McGinn, Jordan Vital and Gwyneth Bishara support the football players and cheerleaders during a game. Members of the crowd often joined in on their favorite cheers, such as “Rock with the Green and Roll with the White.”

2. The crowd of students, teachers, parents and alumni fills the stands. Members of the school

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community attended numerous football games, and the cheerleaders added to the spirit of the games. 3. Watching the football game, community members enjoy the game and the band. The pep band played hits to engage the crowd and energize the players. 4. Seniors Aaron Bloch, Cassidy Robertson, Daniel Bolja, Ilana Shapiro and Ethan Kaufman enjoy watching the football game and hearing the cheers.

5. Carly Gumberg ’21, Yasmina Issa ’20, Lola Aloia ’20, Maya Gottlieb ’21 and Riley Haligman ’21 entertain the homecoming tailgate attendees to prepare for the game later in the evening.

6. The cheerleading team huddles together during halftime. They yelled a quick cheer before running to the center of the field for their halftime performance, which featured pop songs and flips.

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Kenna Hollander ’19 shared her path to becoming cheer captain.

7 7. The cheerleaders spread spirit to the crowd while cheering on the sidelines. Football fans often chimed in with the cheerleaders during their favorite cheers.

8. With their teammates supporting them, Olivia Musa ’21 and Maya Gottlieb ’21 rise to the height of the stands. As flyers, they engaged the crowd more directly.

Starting from when she was first exposed to competitive cheer at four years old, Kenna Hollander ’19 advanced her skills to become a committed cheerleader in the school community. She said being the captain of the cheer team and the sole senior enhanced her knowledge of how to be a role model. “From being cheer captain, I’ve learned to be a better leader by motivating others to try harder and keep going even through tough times when they face many challenges,” Kenna said. Kenna started participating in football cheerleading after years spent competing with an out-of-school cheerleading team. A few years later, she became the captain of the whole squad because of her determination and optimism. Kenna said she made many memories throughout her time in high school, but the times spent with the cheer team were the best. “The Friday night games with the squad were my favorite moments in high school, especially becoming so bonded with everyone on it,” she said. “The Pine Crest cheer team has been such a big part of my time in high school, and I will definitely miss it as I head off to college.” words by Taylor Jones photo by Justin Vainder

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The golf team focused on growth and community, allowing both the girls’ and boys’ team to win Districts.

sun shines down brightly over the Coral Ridge Country Club’s golf course. The sky is a brilliant Florida blue and the grass is as green as can be. The captain of the girls’ team, Avita Clarke ’19, lines up at the tee, inhales deeply and takes her swing. With players from across all four grades and coaches Karl Nitowski, Tim Foster and Greg Burton leading the charge, the varsity golf teams have defended two district championships. This season was one full of team growth, redefining guiding principles and pushing boundaries. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams focused on building community within their sport. From the daily bus rides to the golf course to team dinners and bonding activities, the golf team fostered unparalleled friendships and connections between the players and coaches. Members of the boys’ golf team enjoyed a genuinely fulfilling season, replete with athletic improvement and stronger team bonds. “The thing that sets the golf team apart is the impact the coaches really have on the

team,” Dominic Carrera ’19 said. “Some of the kids that were starting out really needed more motivation and guidance and the coaches went above and beyond to provide that for the team.” After winning their first district championship since 1995 in the 2017 season, the girls wanted nothing less than to live up to that accomplishment. After working tirelessly on and off the green, the players defended their district championship. “The best quality of the team is how close we are and interconnected,” Sarah Batta ’20 said. “All the girls get along really well and we work well together as a unit.” The girls’ team captain Avita Clarke also credits the bonding activities and team building events they had this season with the connections they built, especially with the addition of three new freshmen to the team. “I had so much fun playing with everyone on the team and ended up becoming really good friends with all of them,” Ava Friesen ’22 said. “I can always challenge myself to do better than the last time I played.”

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Hitting an iron from the rough, Mitchell Jacobs ’22 puts the ball in a better position. He kept a level head while playing each course. “The focus and the calm of golf and seeing how I progress throughout each game are my favorite parts,” Mitchell said.

Athletes

1. Dominic Carrera ’19 focuses on the ball, ready for a perfect first stroke. Once he reached the green, he concentrated on putting the ball. 2. Taking back her club, Sophia Varughese ’22 practices on the driving range to perfect her swing. Improving her driving allowed her to reach the green easier, which lowered her score.

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3. Concentrating on the fundamentals of the game, Alexandra Bodmer ’22 goes for the flag. She used an iron to get the ball to the green. 4. Rafael Salazar-Paranhos ’20 optimizes his short game on the green. His putting was an essential part to his game, allowing him to get the ball in the hole.

Putters

“I like putters because putts aren’t left to chance since putting well usually relies on the right speed and direction for a given shot.” -Sophia Varughese ’22

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“In my opinion, putting is more important than driving, but driving is much more fun because you can hit the ball further and can put the most power on the ball.” -Rafael Salazar ’20

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The volleyball team had the chance to compete at the Nike Tournament of Champions.

Coaches

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The seniors conquered the court, one spike at a time.

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or lose on the volleyball court, seniors Carley Blake, Madeleine “Maddie” Fowler, Arielle Ghiloni, Sarah Hancock, Cassidy Robertson and Ilana Shapiro were there for each other. Their bond stems from their many years spent playing together. Cassidy said she has been playing volleyball with Arielle and Carley since they were 12 years old, but their friendship extends off the court due to their many years as teammates. “It doesn’t matter how long we’ve been playing with each other,” Carley said. “We have known each other outside of the gym for a very long time.” One of the seniors’ favorite traditions was their annual beginning and end of the season sleepover to encourage team bonding, which they credited with fostering their friendships. Not only have the seniors grown very close to each other, but they have also become close with Coach Albert Sturgeon, who coached them throughout their years as volleyball players. The seniors said they will miss their team when they go off to college, but they believe their friendship will persist. “We’re just a big happy family,” Ilana said.

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Seniors Sarah Hancock, Carley Blake & Cassidy Robertson concentrate on their next play.

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The girls’ varsity volleyball team hypes themselves up for an upcoming game.They cheered and supported each other throughout the season, focusing on improving. The team finished their season with a 4-1 district record.

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4 1. As the libero, Cassidy Robertson ’19 sets the ball to Kelli Blake ’22.The contrasting color of her jersey distinguished her position. 2. Ilana Shapiro ’19 supports Madeleine “Maddie” Fowler ’19 as she spikes the ball. Maddie had a total of seven blocks and nine kills in this game. 3. Carley Blake ’19 celebrates a win with her fellow teammates. During every game the girls displayed their sportmanship on the court. 4. Kelli Blake ’22 prepares to serve to the opposing team. She was the setter during the season.

of rock and pop songs set an energetic tone during the volleyball team’s warmup, foreshadowing the excitement that was to come during the match. But first, the team prepared, which, according to Coach Albert Sturgeon, is a very important factor in having a successful game. “Making them understand that the game begins before the match and how you warm up and prepare your mind to be really ready and strong to overcome situations in a match is how to get the players mentally ready by making them understand the situation that is ahead of them,” Coach Sturgeon said. The volleyball team dedicated long hours to practice and display sportsmanship at games. Every time they scored, they huddled up to celebrate, which fostered the collaboration necessary for a successful team. “There’s a lot of working together between the different positions,” Hannah Fowler ’22 said. “The hitters need the passers to pass

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well and the setter to set well, so we do a lot of that collaborative working.” Therefore, other than having six on six practice matches, practices were also often spent separating the different positions into groups to work on their roles so they could better support the team as a whole. “Our practice is defined by a process based on studied scientific principles from human kinetics, organizational behavior, statistics, and psychology,” Coach Sturgeon said. Although the team has celebrated numerous wins, it is also important to be able to learn from losses. “We deal with a loss by talking about the things we did well in the match and then define where are the areas we can get better at in practice,” Coach Sturgeon said. Even with all the hard work and dedication involved in participating in volleyball, the players enjoyed their season. “I love this sport and it’s always just fun to go and play,” Hannah said.

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Accepting her trophy, Tsion Yared ’20 celebrates her win at the King of the Hill invitational meet. The cross country team celebrated many successes during their season, and individuals won many titles, including Tsion being named the Gatorade Player of the Year. “I was excited to win as an individual but even more happy with the team title,” Tsion said.

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The cross country team exemplified dedication, consistency and perseverance as athletes placed at the state level and beyond.

FROM

the training that began in the early weeks of June to the Florida State Championship meet, the 58 members of the cross country team overcame many obstacles. “A lot of us have been injured and as a team we’ve all brought each other up and motivated each other,” Amanda Schwartz ’20 said. Within the nine competitions that the team attended, the girls were nearly undefeated. They had a ninth place finish at the Great American Festival competition in North Carolina and a runner-up finish at States. The boys were in the top 10 of every single race, winning Districts for the ninth year in a row and finishing eighth at States. The runners agreed that all of these accomplishments would not have been possible without the relationships that the athletes have with each other. words by Taylor Jones photos by Lucas Abrams design by Crestian staff

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“With other running teams, you can’t really see the bond between the people, but our team especially has a great bond,” Amanda said. “Everyone really works together.” In addition to the intimate team dynamic, the practices, held six days a week, were a key component to each athlete’s performance. There were two to three challenging workouts per week, which ranged from speed work to hill repeats. In the days between these workouts, the athletes did a recovery run ranging from 30 to 40 minutes. Each athlete’s training plan varied slightly to fit their needs and set them up for success. “The coaches really pushed us to our limits this season, as the workouts were very challenging,” Amanda said. “However, every one of these workouts was worth it as I got to do what I love most with people who also love to run.”

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1. Sierra Stocker ’21 battles with an opponent to reach the finish line. She kept her pace and finished ahead.

Athletes share their reflections on the cross country season.

2. Pushing himself to his full potential, Jack Rizzo ’19 races at States. He was determined to finish and help his team place.

3. Maya Beleznay ’20 stays warm for her race by taking a jog in a tracksuit and gloves. She ran a 19:23.83 at States, which contributed to the girls’ second place finish.

Chase O’Brien ’21 “This year has been about pushing ourselves as far as we possibly could have, and then pushing a little more. We all inspired each other to bring our best, and this year, more than ever, we saw how all of our hard work pays off.”

Piper Braden ’22 “Cross country season was about trying your hardest. I liked how in the meets, even though everyone was really focused on trying their best, they still cheered everyone else on.”

4. Luke Fatovic ’21 and Gabriel Ortega ’19 joke around before their race at the King of the Hill. The boys placed third at this meet. 5. Hayden Gibson ’19 congratulates Gabriel Ortega ’19 for running a 16:40.82 at States, while Connor “Dennis” Berne ’21 recovers from his race. The boys finished in eighth place at States.

Adrian Abedon ’19 “For me, the team makes running special. I’ve had many injuries throughout the seasons, and the thing that has allowed me to push through is knowing that I have a team that I can return to and that supports me.”

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Runners relied on their coach to help them improve their fitness and their attitude.

With runners advancing to States, Regionals and Nationals, the cross country team had a very successful season, but it would not have been possible without Coach Paul Baur. He encouraged the runners on his team to stay positive and rely on the support of their teammates who often have experienced the same difficulties. He said when his runners are unhappy with their results, he tries to turn this disappointment into future motivation. “I always remind my team to take losing

as an opportunity to learn and become stronger,” he said. Coach Baur said his first method of motivating his runners is presenting new challenges and opportunities to help them succeed. This included attending the Great American Cross Country Festival in North Carolina, where runners competed against other runners from all over the country. “Knowing that their teammates are there for them to give them encouragement really makes a huge difference,” he said. words by Catrina Reyes photo by Crestian Staff

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OCTOBER 7-OCTOBER 12

YOUTH OLYMPICS Andrea Santander ’20 qualified for the Swimming Youth Olympics held in Buenos Aires. She represented Venezuela as a sprinter, competing in the 200 meter individual medley and 100 meter freestyle. She broke the school record in the 200 meter individual medley.

NOVEMBER 9

MATH OLYMPIAD Six students participated in the Math Olympiad competition held at Barry University. Competing individually, Jared Gould ’20 placed in the top five, and as a team they placed second.To prepare for the competition, they dedicated time after school to solve previous years’ problems.

NOVEMBER 14

YOUTH INNOVATION SUMMIT Eight students from the Upper School attended a Broward County summit aimed at entrepreneurship and group work to solve problems. Grant Fields ’20 and Giuliana Cascarano ’20 won second place with their team and Frank Belette ’20 won third place with his team.

DECEMBER 29

PERLMAN MUSIC PROGRAM Catrina Reyes ’20 and Alexis Logan ’21 were selected to join the Perlman Music Program and culminating concert. Catrina and Alexis were chosen to develop their skills by submitting an audition video, and they learned from renowned musicians including violinist Itzhak Perlman.

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NSPA RECOGNITION The National Scholastic Press Association awarded the Crestian yearbook a First Class rating with two marks of distinction for their coverage and design. The Crestian also received awards from other scholastic press associations for writing and photography.

&theinWORLD SEPTEMBER 7

MAC MILLER’S DEATH Fans mourned the loss of Mac Miller on September 7 after the 26-year-old rapper passed away of an accidental drug overdose. Around the time of his death, Miller released his fifth album Swimming for which he received a posthumous Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album.

OCTOBER 5

A STAR IS BORN Lady Gaga starred alongside Bradley Cooper in the musical drama A Star is Born, released on October 5. The film detailed the story of a musician who rose to fame after marrying a country singer. A Star is Born received five Golden Globe nominations.

OCTOBER 11

SOYUZ LAUNCH NASA partner Soyuz’s rocket carrying both Russian and American astronauts failed to launch to the International Space Station. A malfunction caused one of the boosters to catch fire, triggering an emergency landing. Both astronauts were recovered unharmed.

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OCTOBER 28

WORLD SERIES The Boston Red Sox won their ninth World Series title. They have won four titles since 2004, their most recent being in 2013. The Red Sox beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 in the last game at Dodger Stadium, and they won with an overall 4-1 record for the series.

FALL

NATIONAL DISASTERS On September 14, Hurricane Florence made landfall in the Carolinas, and on October 10, Hurricane Michael hit the Florida panhandle as the strongest storm to hit the area. California was also affected by the deadliest and most dangerous wildfire season in U.S. history.

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The cast of the multicultural assembly joins on the stage during acknowledgements at the end of their performance. Clubs representing a multitude of cultures danced, sang and read poems for the student body. Students saw their peers showcase their heritage and learned about their customs.

Taking notes, completing problems, studying. Enjoying

cold weather days. Florida winter, 70 degrees. You flock to the sunshine. Holiday breakfast. Ugly sweaters. Winter concerts. Band, chorus, orchestra. Seniors receive the first round of college decisions. Studying for midterms.

Wrapping up first semester.

Break, then back to class. New material. Getting back into sports practices. Basketball, soccer, weightlifting.

You

win some, you lose some. Play rehearsals. The

Sadie dance approaches. FebFest. Beverage Day, Generations

Day. The multicultural assembly. Dances from BSA, IHC, German Club.

You express your culture. Life

becomes busy. Trips across the state and country. Science Research goes to UF. AP Latin goes to New York City. Teachers assign projects. You reach the peak of the

curriculum.

MOTIVATION moves us forward

Focusing on the decorations, Grace Hancock ’22, Emily Kus ’22, Mr. Adam Greenhut, Catherine Zaki ’22 and Emma Gómez ’22 build their gingerbread house. The day began with the traditional holiday breakfast, including an ugly sweater day and a cookie exchange. The breakfast ushered in midterms by allowing students to relax and have fun with their friends.

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last day of first semester before exams, the Upper School atrium was filled with students wearing an array of ugly holiday sweaters as Dr. Dana Markham hosted her annual winter breakfast for the students. The breakfast has been a longstanding tradition enjoyed by students and faculty to mark the end of first semester and the beginning of midterms. Coincidentally, a bout of cold weather complemented the winter spirit of the morning. To further set the holiday mood, the jazz band played classic holiday songs for the school. “We normally just play jazz, but we got to play Christmas music, which got us in the spirit,” Olivia Varughese ’19 said. Students lined up for hot

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chocolate, bagels, and even more breakfast food. At the same time, the Student Council led its annual Cookie Exchange, which included a diverse assortment of cookies brought in by many different people. Though the exam week was approaching quickly, the Winter Breakfast morning offered a chance for students and faculty to enjoy a part of the much awaited holiday season. They all relaxed as they took in the sounds and smells of beloved aspects of the winter. “The holiday breakfast was a great breather before the chaos of midterms week,” Louise “Lulu” Ingham ’22 said. “I had a lot of fun decorating gingerbread houses and the hot chocolate was definitely a plus.”

2 1. Performing in the atrium during the breakfast, Drew Morris ’19, Derek Pfeffer ’19, Nikhil Narwani ’20 and Kevin Harvey ’20 entertain the high school with their holiday music. The band played while the students and faculty enjoyed bagels, hot chocolate and the cold weather. 2. Clad in their holiday sweaters, seniors Audrey Hollo, Alexa Strauch, Aaron Bloch, Juliana Kislin, David Radvany-Roth, Arielle Ghiloni and Jessica Gross gather with Dr. Dana Markham, who hosted the holiday breakfast. Dr. Markham provided students and

faculty the opportunity to enjoy breakfast goodies and foster holiday spirit before exams. 3. Christian Ehrnrooth ’19 and Maya Beleznay ’20 fill up their cups with hot chocolate and marshmallows. The Student Council helped make sure there was enough hot chocolate and breakfast for the whole Upper School. 4. As part of the jazz band, Alexander Wilentz ’21 plays along to the music with his saxophone. The band played holiday favorites to put the students in a good mood before midterms.

WINTER BREAK

Students transition to second semester after the holiday breakfast and exams.

Joshua Lehrman ’19 “The breakfast is my favorite day throughout the year because it’s when the whole school gets together and drinks hot chocolate and eats bagels.”

Nellie Johnson ’21 “Winter break was a great way to relax after midterms and mentally prepare for second semester.”

Erin Gotlieb ’22 “I went to Canada over break to visit my family and the breakfast was a fun way to end the semester.”

Lauren Dawson-Scully ’20 “It was fun to listen to the jazz band and enjoy the beginning of winter break with your friends.”

Allyson Keyes ’22 “I went on a cruise over break. I got to go on go-karts, play laser tag in the middle of the ocean and see a bunch of islands I’ve never seen before.”

5. Lily Hashemi ’20 captures photos of the northern lights in Iceland. During her trip, she hiked, visited hot springs and worked on her photography skills. 6. Enjoying the fun of winter break, Kevin Mendez ’22 travels to the Sea of Galilee. In Israel he rode camels and enjoyed the sunny weather during this chilly season. 7. Hiking through the Outback, Kaylie Lawlor ’22 and Cassandra Lawlor ’19 take in the views of the orange landscape.

8. Snowmobiling her way through the mountains, Elaina Hamuy ‘22 visits Park City, Utah. She spent time skiing with her sister Nina Hamuy ’21. 9. While visiting Paris, Natalie Rubenstein ‘20 spends time at the Eiffel Tower. 10. Feeding a leatherback turtle in Fort Myers, Florida, Elizabeth Brown ’19 celebrates the holidays by experiencing nature. She spent the break relaxing and visiting her grandpa. 11. Boating on the Intracoastal, seniors Dylan Geller, Steven Becker, Jackson Ferrando, Joshua Taney, Niles Boothe, Hannah Sternthal and Audrey Hollo unwind from school.

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1. Playing the accordion during the German Club dance, Hank Ingham ’19 harmonizes to the Chicken Dance. After he began the performance with his instrument, the rest of the club, clad in red lederhosen, joined in. 2. Singing “Hallelujah,” Salma Abuhamda ’19 celebrates her heritage by singing in English, French and Arabic. Her solo performance represented cultural unity and diversity by appealing to speakers of all three languages.

Senior Sumeet Gulati holds the chadar around senior Drew Morris’ waist as Drew stands in a low squat to measure the cloth’s distance from the ground.

After pleating the end of the cloth and scrunching it, Sumeet twists the ends of the loincloth and pulls the two ends tightly.

3 3. Moving their arms to a reggaeton beat, Lola Aloia ’20, Danna Martinez ’20 and Julia Tannenbaum ’19 represent the Spanish Club, Brazilian Club and Latinx Student Association. The clubs joined to present three intertwined dances, showcasing all aspects of Latin culture. 4. After one of the multicultural assemblies, Jabari Owens ’19 and Bianca Simons ’19 dance with other performers during bows.

With the help of senior Meghna Sharma, Sumeet finishes by tying the two ends of the cloth into a tight knot at Drew’s back.

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Although the focus of the multicultural assembly was on the stage, the crew working behind the scenes provided a seamless show as they controlled the lights, sound and spotlight. “I just love the way it all comes together,” Mrs. Stacy Nisman said. “The way the lights and sound are in harmony and the precision of making sure that it all goes off without a hitch are great.” However, working in the booth required accuracy so the technology could highlight

5. Students inside the glow-in-the-dark lion express Chinese culture in the Asian Heritage Club dance. Choreographers Rodrigo Castellon ’19, Andrew Chung ’20 and Heaven Infinity ’20 alluded to aspects of traditional dances from different Asian cultures.

The technology crew in the booth ran the multicultural assembly from afar. the show. “I just wanted to help out and make sure the lights accentuated their performance,” Arianna Pantalone ’19 said. “Lights are a huge aspect of the performance because they create a dramatic effect.” After spending dress rehearsals and multiple performances together, the crew grew close together. “It’s fun hanging out with kids that I wouldn’t have the opportunity to spend time with,” Mrs. Nisman said. words by Taylor Jones photo by Olivia Pettee

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Dressed in an array of colors, Saumya Jain ’19, Sumeet Gulati ’19, Saanvi Paharia ’21 and Meghna Sharma ’19 execute the Indian Heritage Club dance. They used lightsticks, flags and stunts in their bhangra dance, a traditional Indian style of dance. Sumeet choreographed this dance, drawing upon his previous experiences with bhangra.

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with a series of performances reflecting the diversity of the student body, the multicultural assembly was met with excitement as students familiarized themselves with the many cultures represented by their peers. Clubs presented dances, musical performances and poems, and members dressed in clothes that expressed their heritage. The assembly featured performances from clubs new to multicultural day, including that of the Asian Heritage Club, which was filled with twirling ribbons and a dancing Chinese lion. The choreographers, including Rodrigo Castellon ’19, said they drew inspiration from the traditional fan dance, lion dance and ribbon dance. However, the performance also included fan favorites from previous years. For the finale, the Indian Heritage Club performed bhangra, a traditional Indian dance form. Club members dressed in colorful, traditional outfits and wielded sticks wrapped in lights to accentuate their moves. Outside of the performances, participating

students shared their cultures, allowing them to form friendships. “Being a part of the multicultural assembly is special because it’s a time to get together with your friends and express your different backgrounds in unique, exciting ways,” said Adeel Markatia ’20, a performer from the Indian Heritage Club. Another traditional club, the Black Students Association, performed while dressed in dark clothing and brightly colored bandanas. Their dance paid homage to the history and evolution of music written by African-American artists, choosing music that spanned generations. “The reason I love participating in multicultural is that it’s one of the rare moments that people of color are able to showcase the unique facets of each and every one of their backgrounds,” said Bryce Emanuel ’19, a performer from the Black Students Association. “Having the chance to give the audience a piece of my own heritage brings me so much joy.”

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The multicultural assembly showcased a spectrum of cultures through music, dance and spoken word performances.

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the yearly Sadie Hawkins dance, the week before ski break included festivities filled with dress down days and student-run events. StuCo president Rose “Rosie” Rothschild ’19 said she aimed to set the bar high. “We wanted to rebrand Sadie as an activity for all grade levels and an atmosphere where everyone was excited to be there,” Rosie said. Instead of the traditional dance that took place during previous years, Stuco hosted a carnival filled with games and contests, such as ring toss, to appeal to a wider range of students. Additionally, Sadie featured a live performance from the student band Neon Bull, which played original songs and covers. For Sadie, students channeled their favorite characters from television

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shows with their friends or as a couple. Additionally, Holden Goldberg ’22 won the singles costume contest for his version of Freddie Mercury. During the following week, students dressed up according to specific themes. On Beverage Day, students represented types of drinks. The freshmen wore animal-themed clothing for RedBULL, the sophomores dressed as pop stars for Soda Pop, the juniors donned island wear for Hawaiian Punch and the seniors became first responders for Lemon-AID. Friday’s theme focused on each grade as a specific generation, with the freshmen clad in onesies and the seniors hobbling around campus with canes and walkers. “The dress down days were so much fun and I’m so glad to have had such a good experience my freshman year,” Carys Edwards ’22 said.

Dressing as celebrities for Soda Pop during Beverage Day, Judith Murciano ’21, Carly Gumberg ’21 and Joshua Perper ’21 channel JoJo Siwa, Billie Eilish and 2Chainz, respectively. Throughout FebFest, the student body traded uniforms for outrageous outfits to fit the day’s theme. The week featured three dress down days and a casual dance where attendees commemorated movie duos.

1. Showing off her singing talents, Natalia Hauser ’20 performs with Neon Bull at the Sadie Hawkins carnival. They entertained with a mixture of original music and pop covers. 2. Dressed as teenagers for Generations Day, Ariella Bernick ’21 and Ari Segal ’21 take in each others’ outfits. The freshman class dressed up as babies, the sophomores as teenagers, the juniors as adults and the seniors as senior citizens.

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@pcsadieproposals Students used creativity and puns to come up with unique proposals.

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@PCSADIEPROPOSALS Scott and Annie are going to (trivia) crack the dance floor.

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS Tsion scored Luke as her date to Sadie!

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS This proposal was a score!

3. After attending Sadie together freshman year, Izzy Seckler ’19 and Benjamin Pierce ’19 reminisce and bring the experience full circle by attending again for their senior year. They dressed as Ellie Satler and Alan Grant from Jurassic Park. With their creative outfits and dinosaur toys, the pair won the partner costume contest.

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS Gabe and Alaina are racing to Sadie together!

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS Josh and Katie are going to spit fire on the dance floor!

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS This Sadie proposal is double stuffed (aka the best)!

@PCSADIEPROPOSALS Everyone will be taco-ing about this proposal!

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though the classroom was where students spent the majority of their time, it was far from the only place students went on campus. Most students had more than one free period where they could study, relax, hang out with friends or find the action. The beauty of the Fort Lauderdale campus is in its never-ending nooks that students adopted and made their own. “Everyone has their place, their go-to when they don’t want to focus,” Danielle Weisfisch ’20 said. “I love going with my friends outside by the fountain because, on a nice day, it is the perfect environment to de-stress.” However, when students needed to crack down and get their work done, there were many spaces that catered to that need. “My favorite place to study on campus is definitely the library in the back corner,”

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Sarah Wittich ’21 said. “I think it’s really quiet there and it’s a good place to focus because everybody has their own little cubicles where they can be separated from any distractions.” The Student Union and outside the Union were the most popular places to hang out because there’s food, a ton of people and a laid-back vibe where students played ping pong, laid on the couches or visited Mary Ellen during their free periods. In addition, when the sun was shining and the Florida weather came in handy, students enjoyed the fresh air, sitting outside in the quad with their music, homework or simply with friends. From the wings, to the library, to the Union and even outside, students used the campus both to chill and be productive.

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1. Jolie Albinder ’22 and Jordanna Berger ’22 begin their homework in the library during 9th period. They attempted to finish the day’s homework during their free period.

2. Lounging with their friends at the picnic tables outside the Union, Zachary Goldstein ’20 and Kaitlyn Keenan ’20 enjoy the Florida weather. Students often hung out in and around the Union during their free periods enjoying Mary Ellen’s delicacies.

3 3. Working to complete their assignments, Isabelle Ferrando ’21 and Reed Andreas ’21 sit at the picnic tables outside by the Wittich Family Fountain on a sunny day.

FINESSE THE STRESS During winter exams, students arrived in the library expecting only a quiet, focused place to study; however, they were greeted with more than that: the stress-free zone.This zone was designed to be a hangout space to relieve exam-induced stress through mindful activities. Doling out origami paper and stressreducing toys, the stress-free zone soon became a haven of relaxation for overworked and exhausted students worrying about

4. With their laptops and snacks, Griffin Bodenweber ’21 and Maya Gottlieb ’21 spend time in the Union. Students socialized and checked Schoology updates.

Students used the library’s stressfree zone to prepare for exams.

their exams. “I enjoyed the stress-free zone because it helped me de-stress with its fun activities,” Sophia Jafri ’20 said. Soon, students found their classrooms filled with tokens from the stress-free zone as their peers utilized its resources. Besides sprinkling campus with origami swans and lavender, the stress-free zone calmed students down during a stressful time, a favor for which many students were grateful.

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questioning limits and pushing boundaries was what it meant to be “On the Brink,” the theme of TEDxPineCrestSchool. The event marked the fifth anniversary of TEDxPineCrestSchool and covered a spectrum of nuanced topics, including saving the environment, fashion blogging, exploring space, representation in art and a sound definition of “no.” According to members of the Ted-Ed Club, the student speakers, who were selected from the TED-Ed Club and Mr. Aaron Gillego’s AP Language and Composition classes, began the road to TEDx in November at the TEDxIncubator, where students pitched a TEDxTalk idea in two minutes. From there, Mr. Aaron Gillego and TED-Ed Club Co-President Eric Shagrin ’19 guided the speakers with workshopping their ideas to perfection. For speaker Gabe Sareli ’20,

Presenting his TEDxTalk, “How fluid fugiatem andam iuntiHere is democracy?, a main story”vollab caption! is 1.our Evan Cholerton or shares empores asinsight volupta iumquis Lots and lotshisof wordson about ’20 whatthe makes eiumpretty imust successful. velesti doluptiaspretty pictureut that one in democracy Students si inciatur, omnimporem sapel ofMr. our amazing photographers Aaron Gillego’s AP Language and idestenis nusa volorehendae took. Action verbs woo. And Composition class and members of sim quibus.nusa volorehendae information weexplored got thoruhg the Club topics they simTED-Ed quibus.that thwere ebeat system. about at TEDxpassionate PineCrestSchool.

TEDx represented much more than delivering an eight-minute talk. “I was really scared at first because I had never done public speaking before,” Gabe said, “but I wanted to try to step out of my comfort zone, and giving a talk about my experience getting injured in basketball allowed me to do exactly that.” Up until the event, speakers worked hard in carefully drafting, editing and finalizing their talks. The writing process, however grueling it was, rewarded speakers in the end. The audience not only included students and faculty, but also social media users who participated in hashtags and stories and tuned into the livestream. “It was a great experience watching TEDx because I was able to learn a litany of topics in a way that was both intellectually stimulating yet simplistic so I could understand,” attendee Andrew Chung ’20 said.

1 1. Alana van Woerkom ’20 and Sydni Zfira ’20 deliver their TEDxTalk on the importance of student journalism and the quality of news in the 21st century. 2. Passionate about art, poetry and expressions of culture, Athena Myers ’19 explored the topic of

identity. She presented in the first segment, entitled “Pursuing Purpose.” 3. In his talk, Gabriel Moncau ’20 speaks about game design. “Making games is a delicate process involving many different skill sets working together to create a masterpiece,” Gabriel said.

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SHADOW PLAY Julian Naranjo explains the process of writing and publishing a novel. Four summers ago, Julian Naranjo ’19 sat down to watch the Avenger film Age of Ultron. Little did he know that the summer flick would inspire him to self-publish a full length dystopian novel about life after the brink. In his TEDx-Talk, “Imagining a Dystopia,” Julian explored how he endured his creative process and the struggles that plague first-time novel writers. “The comfort of daydreaming about these ideas, about Audrey’s story and the world she lived in, outweighed my willingness to step out of my comfort zone and let myself be vulnerable by putting my stories to word,” Julian said. words by Olivia Pettee

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4. Pointing to his arm, Gabe Sareli ’20 indicates where he broke it in a basketball game. He used basketball to explain why humans hold themselves back from achieving their fullest potential. “That reason to hold ourselves back comes from our mental limit and how much

The backbone of every great event is a savvy graphic designer. Lily Volper ’19, who has been involved with TED-Ed Club since its inception, was the in-house graphic designer for the event, using her mastery of design and compositions to market TEDxPineCrestSchool events schoolwide. “As someone who doesn’t usually display my art, I really did enjoy seeing the posters I designed around campus,” Lily said. For TEDWomen, her bright and colorful

mental strain we are willing to take,” Gabe said. 5. Sharing how to become more assertive, Leah Martinez ’20 and Elizabeth Ham ’20 offer advice to the crowd. “Why is the word ‘no’ such a difficult word to understand?,” Elizabeth asked.

Lily Volper expanded on her graphic design skills by marketing TEDxPineCrestSchool. poster of iconic women attracted students and excited them for the event. The TEDxPineCrestSchool graphic illustrated an “x” falling off the brink, a visual concept related to the theme that inspired the stage design. “The best part about TED-Ed is that everyone always has a story to tell,” Lily said. “I am proud that I helped spread the word about the events and got others to hear those stories with their unique perspectives.” words & photo by Olivia Pettee

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Tu e s d a y, students and faculty tuned in to watch the weekly broadcast of PCTV. Behind those live shows, as well as every sports game, performance and school event, were the PCTV students. Whether they were involved behind the camera filming, editing or interviewing, these students were always ready with camera in hand. PCTV allowed students to explore journalism, filmmaking, interviewing and broadcasting. It also broadcasted live events online, such as band and chorus concerts, sporting events, the Upper School musical and the TEDxPineCrestSchool event. “The class taught me

Tristan Pyle ’21and Joshua Kelsky ’23 commentate for PCTV at a basetball game in Stacy Gym. Student journalists covered stories through conducting interviews, reporting and commentating.

that student journalism is important because it is the number one way to ensure that our generation’s voice gets heard by those in power,” Cara Westra ’19 said. Aside from recording Upper School events, PCTV students also traveled to the annual Student Television Network competition. At the competition, PCTV members took part in the Crazy 8s Contest, where they had eight hours to make an eight-minute broadcast according to their central theme, which they didn’t receive until the competition. “STN was so fun,” Arielle Ghiloni ’19 said. “You immerse yourself in journalism and you learn a lot from people who are successful in the field.”

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PCTV kept their viewers in the loop during the filming for PBS Student Reporting Labs.

words by Gabrielle Khoriaty photos courtesy of Ashely Porter design by Ishani Singh

1. Sitting at the anchor desk, Jade Klacko ’21 films a segment of PCTV live in the studio. Students of all grades had the opportunity to report on a variety of stories around the community.

2. Sorting through footage, Zoe Fermanian ’20 edits a package about a basketball game. Members of PCTV became familiar with editing software.

IT’S LIT(ERARY)

The Scribbler published a vibrant collection of selected art and writing.

3 3. Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum advises Ross Bauman ’19 and Nellie Johnson ’21 edit a package.

4. A student journalist mans the control center. Students in PCTV learned how to edit sound and video using software.

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At the crossroads of art and creative writing was The Scribbler, a student-led literary magazine. Dedicated to highlighting the creative talents of students in a published format, members threaded together the works through the common theme “Lost and Found.” Writing encompassed a wide selection of poetry, short stories and flash fiction, and art included a colorful variety of drawings, paintings and digital illustrations. Editor-in-Chief Ilana Hutzler ’20, an award winning poet, explained what separates The Scribbler from other student publications. “The Scribbler is an essential publication because it is entirely dedicated to showcasing student creativity,” Ilana said. “It allows students to publish their art and writing, often for the first time, and display their work to the community.” The Scribbler also changed its book format from a rectangular shaped publication to a more square one as a reflection of a new creative vision. Artists Delaney Dardet ’20 and Alana van Woerkom ’20 designed the cover to carry out the idea of creating a physical and metaphoric world of being “Lost and Found.” words & photo by Olivia Pettee design by Crestian Staff

PBS Student Reporting Labs paired with PCTV to highlight stories in the community.

How many high school students had the opportunity to see their work air on local or even national television? One class of PCTV student journalists had the opportunity to experience this. PBS Student Reporting Labs partnered with select schools across the country for special assignments, and PCTV was a part of this program for the first time. “Student Reporting Labs has given us the opportunity to tell stories outside of school and meet people we wouldn’t otherwise meet.” said Ryan Dudak ’20, whose story on

the importance of the youth vote was shared on PBS social media pages in August. During the beginning, students pitched intial story ideas, and then proceeding to film, edit and send segments for review. The students received feedback from industry professionals at the PBS South Florida station throughout the entirety of the process. This experience extended students the opportunity to not just learn as storytellers, but also to branch out of their comfort zone.

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Co editor-in-chief Annika Polatsek ’19 delegates assignments to writers and photographers. Type One featured articles in a variety of sections including Arts and Entertainment, News, Lifestyle, Sports, Opinion and Spotlight.

1. Arts and Entertainment editor Emily Faulhaber ’20 distributes articles to Mynda Barenholtz ’21 and Karene Hermon ’21 during a Type One meeting. The editors published their articles every other Tuesday. 2. While speaking to her Opinion writers, Alice Rau ’20 checks Trello. Type One editors used this website to contribute article ideas and organize their publications.

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those who love to write and find their self expression, there were many different journalism outlets on campus where students could find their perfect fit. Type One, the student-led newspaper, has given this opportunity to students for over 74 years. Led by co editors-in-chief Annika Polatsek ’19 and Nathaniel Selub ’19, the team of over 85 students worked together to publish new articles online on Type One Tuesday. “Type One has allowed me to delve into topics I love while collaborating with peers and doing what I love: writing,” staff writer Elizabeth Buehl ’20 said. Student journalists writing for this publication chose from a variety of topics each week, ranging from the rise of vegan cosmetics, to the girls’

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weightlifting team, to StuCo elections, and presented them in their respective sections. At meetings, writers met with their section editors and coordinated to get assignments. Then, they reported on their topic, interviewing peers and researching, until they eventually wrote their articles. However, with a large team of writers and multiple sections to handle, there were many logistics involved in the newspaper. The editors-in-chief handled these logistics, ensuring articles were published. “My favorite part of being editor-inchief is guiding people towards their fullest potential,” Annika said. “I get to watch over all the moving parts of the newspaper. Seeing people develop their writing and leadership skills is certainly my favorite part.”

4 3. Refreshing the article board, Lifestyle editor Olivia Winnick ’20 prepares for the meeting. Once her writers arrived, she assigned articles. 4. Pitching his article idea, Eric Shagrin ’19 tries to convince opinion section editor Alice Rau ’20. The opinion articles required information on both sides of the argument to effectively convey the issue.

BUILDING UP and MOVING FORWARD

THE CRESTIAN After winning numerous awards from judging bodies, The Crestian yearbook staff built upon the skills they learned from the 2018 edition to produce the next book. The Crestian brought in many awards and recognitions for its 2018 volume, Building Up, receiving First Place with Marks of Distinction for design and coverage from the National Scholastic Press Association, a Silver Medal from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, First Place with Special Merit and Most Outstanding Private School Yearbook rom the American Scholastic Press Association and Gold with Special Distinctions for writing and photography from the Florida Scholastic Press Association. “Having the opportunity to be involved with an awardwinning student publication empowered me to write, design and do anything I can to create the best publication possible,” Olivia Pettee ’20 said. “Now, I’ve applied the skills I learned to the 2019 edition so we can create an even better book.”

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With Adobe InDesign open, Venice Junger ’21, Bailey Watson ’22 and Cassandra Lawlor ’19 place data on yearbook pages. The yearbook encountered four main deadlines throughout the year, which required preparation and organization. Staff members learned to write, take photos and design pages on a time crunch.

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Until late at night, students could be found maneuvering Adobe InDesign to assemble a time capsule of the school year.

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together a team of 60 active editors, writers and photographers, The Crestian, the Upper School yearbook, set out to chronicle the year’s events. Editor-in-chief Alexandra “Alex” Giorno ’19 led the effort to create the 73rd edition of the yearbook. “Managing the yearbook involves a lot of managing and communication skills,” Alex said. “From deciding what goes on each page to final design touches, the multi-step process requires meticulous attention.” The team met regularly each week for “Thursday Yerdzdays,” starting on the first week of school, where editors caught up with staffers to ensure they were on top of their assignments. Some members even took a course taught by The Crestian advisor, Mrs. Patty Gómez. “In order to get things done we all need to work together and actually focus while at the same time still making a thousand inside jokes,” Bailey

Watson ’22 said. The Crestian’s photographers’ and writers’ responsibility throughout the year was to capture and highlight many school moments through pictures and words. Then, the editors looked over the writing and images, and the page designers put together all the material on the pages through the digital program, Adobe InDesign, to create a book with all the highlights of the year. Many members of the yearbook team came in multiple times before and after school to work on their assignments, and even on weekends for work sessions. Though the staff was on a heavy schedule, they were able to spend much time together during team events such as the kickoff event and a holiday party. “Whether it’s really early in the morning, late after school or on the weekends, each deadline turns into a really fun time,” Shiraz Shiff ’20 said. “Although it’s stressful, our yearbook family laughs our way through it.”

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HOLOCAUST BOXES Mrs. Elizabeth Mendonça’s English I Honors class constructed boxes to represent scenes from Elie Weisel’s Night, tying in the curriculum with the freshman Holocaust symposium. Students used glow-in-thedark materials to represent the juxtaposition of light and darkness in the novel. The boxes also featured phrases

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about the Holocaust to show the gravity of the genocide. The scenes were showcased in the ICI, and visitors used black lights to illuminate the details of the scenes. “Researching the facts of the event for this project while creating the box provided a visual reference of what actually happened,” Sterling Kalogeras ’22 said.

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EDITH PIAF PROJECT Maya Beleznay ’20, Bill Hung ’20 and James Dudgeon ’20 fill in the lyrics to “La Vie En Rose” by Edith Piaf while listening to the song. The song is featured in many facets of pop culture, but the story of how she rose to fame was new to the French IV Honors students. After studying Edith Piaf ’s music, they watched the biographical film La Vie En

Rose to learn more about her background and rise to fame. After extensively studying Edith Piaf ’s life and career, the students created a scene that was not pictured in the film. “I didn’t know anything about Edith Piaf before this project,” Maya Beleznay ’20 said. “Making a video really allowed me to use my imagination and channel my inner Edith.”

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FRUIT FLY LAB On an average day, the buzzing, winged creatures that hover over fruit serve the purpose of being a nuisance. But in AP Biology, students conducted a lab that taught them about genetic diversity and heredity with fruit flies. Through a series of trials, students bred fruit flies of certain characteristics and observed their offspring to record any possible differences in their appearances. They used microscopes to observe their traits and then calculated the ratios between the different features. “I had always read about experiments to test genetic frequencies, so doing this lab helped me truly understand it,” Jack Rizzo ’19 said.

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words by Catrina Reyes photos by Ishani Singh, Annalise Selden, Julia Karten, Deborah Ades & Olivia Pettee design by Ishani Singh

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PSYCHOLOGY THEME PARK AP Psychology students created their version of a psychology-themed Disney World. Names of projects alluded to several famous psychologists including “Wundt World” and “The Realm of Wilhelm,” which referenced Wilhelm Wundt, the father of psychology. Attractions within these

parks consisted of more psychology themed puns including a gift shop named “Forever 1,” after Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic theory. “I really enjoyed this project because it allowed me to add my own personal touch while effectively incorporating the content we learned throughout the year,” Erika Temprano ’20 said.

ENERGY SOURCE PROJECT Explaining their renewable energy source, seniors Savannah Stocker, Lucien Duprey and Mason Berger present their AP Environmental Science project. They brought their inventions to life using the resources in the iLab.

MATH & COMP SCI

GEOMETRY DESMOS Students in Geometry Honors used Desmos, a graphing software, to practice their coordinate geometry. Students learned to maneuver the points to yield shapes such as triangles, spheres and rectangles, and they performed calculations to confirm the results algebraically. To apply their knowledge beyond

SPANISH IV PCTV BROADCAST Lauren Pollock ’19 films a segment in spanish for Sra. Patty Gómez’s and Sra. Irene Zingg’s Spanish V project. Conducting interviews in Spanish and English, students reported on news from around the community.

the screen, students also provided a real-life example of when each type of graph would be important. Each student prepared a presentation to highlight the graphs they drew. “This project was fun because I could experience the math somewhere else that wasn’t the test,” Maya Jarolem ’21 said.

WE THE PEOPLE Arguing their statements, seniors Sharon Yuz, Julia Engelhardt and Carley Blake compete in the We the People competition for Post-AP Political Science. Individual teams won for their statements on constitutional issues and civil liberties. WHAT HAPPENED IN THE CLASSROOM

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students to study their passions and develop skills that can be applied in scientific fields and everyday life, science research promoted independent study and presentational skills. The class also provided students with the opportunity to explore topics and create projects based on those passions. “Science research is a class that lets you learn about something that you wouldn’t learn inside the school curriculum,” Mahdere Yared ’21 said. “It allows you to have a better understanding of something that you didn’t go in depth on at school.” The class, taught by science teachers Mrs. Katherine Rice and Ms. Jennifer Gordinier, helped students learn lab skills and how to follow through with a topic for an extended period of time. “I’ve actually been working on a joint project

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inspired by a blind student at my lab to develop a pedestrian navigation system for the visually impaired powered by deep learning,” Rodrigo Castellon ’19 said. Students like Rodrigo had the opportunity to work at a university lab with a professor to further develop their research. Projects spanned topics ranging across all STEM fields, from biology to computer science. After they completed their research, students transitioned into the presentation stage. They wrote research papers and fashioned poster boards to present their work at competitions such as the Florida Junior Academy of Sciences. “I think that after conducting research in high school, I have become much better equipped to approach and solve crucial real-world problems with confidence,” Rodrigo said. words by Emma Feirstein

photos by Olivia Pettee design by Crestian Staff

Selecting their own agar plates, Neil Sachdeva ’21 and Donovan Wu ’21 prepare to embark on an ecological adventure. Soon after, the research students paired to find possible sources of Caenorhabditis briggsae, a microscopic worm, within the ecosystem. Researchers learned lab skills and created projects.

2 1. Finding a spot under a tree, Maya El-Sharif ’21, Mary Elizabeth “M.E.” Gabrielle ’21 and Moira “Katherine” Minielly ’21 bury their earthworms. After they finished with the earthworms, they returned to the science research classroom to examine their agar plates. Students used their surroundings to learn lab skills during sophomore year before conducting their own projects during junior and senior year. 2. Skylar Kronrad ’21 and Marlie Kahan ’21 rush to find a spot to bury their worms. They then sent their work to Dr. Charles Baer’s laboratory at the Department of Comparative and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Florida. Once they received the results, they examined them, teaching them about how to interpret scientific data.

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JSEHS Science research had the opportunity to participate in the Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium (JSEHS), a three-day conference at the University of Florida. This gave students the chance to present their research to panels of current PhD student judges. In addition to discussing their research with experienced individuals, research students were able to tour the campus and hear from several faculty members about their own discoveries in the lab. “Something I found to be very interesting was that we learned that the Zika virus that plagued South Florida in earlier years originated from the Zika forest of Uganda,” Andrew Chung ’20 said. For those that didn’t compete but chose to come on the trip to support their friends, such as Clara Nguyen ’19, watching their fellow research classmates’ final presentations was the best part of the trip. “Although I wasn’t a competitor this year it was a great experience to cheer on my friends because they all have amazing research and their presentations were really polished,” Clara said. The entire trip was a great experience for the research students to learn more about studies being performed at the college level to get a glimpse of what research they might be conducting in a few years. words by Catrina Reyes photo courtesy of Jennifer Gordinier

Freshmen listened to Holocaust survivors share their stories during the Holocaust Awareness Symposium.

In January the freshmen took part in a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to learn about the events of the Holocaust during the Holocaust Awareness Symposium. Each day of the week, the freshmen participated in a related activity, which included watching Schindler’s List, visiting the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center and meeting with Holocaust survivors. “The symposium was very eye opening,” Courtney Klar ’22 said. “I got to learn about all that happened during the Holocaust, but I also learned about what happened leading up to it, which is very important to be aware of.”

The survivors, some of whom were well into their 90s, shared stories that brought to light the long-term impacts of the tragedy. These stories taught the freshmen to learn from history. The survivors’ perspective allowed freshmen to honor the past while keeping in mind a message for the future: never let it happen again. “The Holocaust Symposium made me feel so lucky to be living in a free country like America and it made me very aware so that something like this never happens again,” Haley Kleinman ’22 said. words by Grace Hancock photos by Ishani Singh

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As the band plays during their concert, Mahdere Yared ’21, Tsion Yared ’20 and Carly Siegel ’19 keep the rhythm as members of the percussion section. The band presented two concerts throughout the school year, and they were assessed on their skills to improve at MPAs and Solo and Ensemble Festivals.

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the bleachers to the auditorium, the band entertained the student body throughout the year with their music. Students in band played in concert band and pep band, and they also had the opportunity to try out for jazz band, the musical pit and AllCounty and All-State honor bands. “Our jazz ensemble is made up of our most dedicated and talented students,” said Mr. Jamie Roth, the band director. “I will continue to find as many fun and exciting opportunities for my students to share their talents.” By playing in a variety of venues, the musicians learned how to be familiar with playing in any scenario, which taught them to be more versatile players. Additionally, by playing in a concert band with many different students, students became familiar with how their instrument melded into a group. “My favorite moment while performing

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in the band is hearing all the different instruments come together to make one good sound,” Isaac Singer ’22 said. “Band has introduced me to new friends that I have gotten so close to.” Although the band practiced as a group, they also had individual goals to help them improve their own skills. Students practiced skills such as sight reading and tone exercises to move up to higher levels of their instrument, which taught them how to improve as an individual, helping the entire band. “Students are offered a series of achievement awards and incentive awards that showcase each performers level of expertise as they move up the ranks,” Mr. Roth said. “This program has proven to be a huge success as students consistently practice harder to work towards each goal.” words by Julia Aronberg photos by Pine Crest School design by Crestian Staff

2 1. The band looks to Mr. Jamie Roth to follow the tempo of the song during their performance. 2. Playing the flute, Emma Mignocchi ’21 and Lauren Pollock ’19 read their sheet music. 3. The percussion section, whose members included Tsion Yared ’20, Bill Hung ’20, Eve Rosenthal ’19 and Michael Saltzman ’19, follow the music to give the crowd a well-rounded performance. 4. Keeping a steady beat, Christian Prestegard ’19 and Eve Rosenthal ’19 play the drums during the winter concert.

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Student musicians, as soloists and ensembles, performed in front of a panel of judges to receive feedback and improve as players. The performers were given ratings based on elements such as their style, technique and tone. Chorus earned a total of eight superior ratings, band earned 20 superior ratings and orchestra also earned 20 superior ratings. Musicians who earned a superior at Districts were eligible to compete at States, where they were adjudicated by an even stricter panel of judges. “Since this was my final year for solo and ensemble, I really wanted to challenge myself with the hardest solo I’ve played yet,” said clarinet and saxophone player Derek Pfeffer ’19. “A lot of time was spent preparing it and I’m excited to perform it for the judges at States.”

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As another way for students to express their musical talent, the Music Performance Assessment (MPA) involved the school’s ensembles performing in front of a panel of judges to receive a rating. To move on to States the ensemble had to earn a superior rating. The jazz band and the Upper School orchestra earned an excellent rating, and the honors orchestra select string ensemble earned a rating of superior, qualifying the group for States. Mrs. Deena Shapiro, director of the honors orchestra select string ensemble, said she saw a marked improvement from the judges’ feedback. This feedback gave the players insight into mistakes in their playing, helping them have a fresh ear to improve their skills. “What I value the most about MPA is how much it makes the orchestra as a whole, plus the individual musicians, improve,” Mrs. Shapiro said. “I have seen such growth among all our musicians both in preparing and performing for MPA.” 6. The full Upper School chorus sings for the judges at MPA. They sang their selected pieces before moving on to the sightreading portion of the judging. 7. The chorus baritones warm up their voices before taking the stage.

8. Listening to the accompanist, the chorus matches their pitch to his piano notes. This ensured their performance was in tune. words by Catrina Reyes

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Playing the violin, Rodrigo Castellon ’19 and Vanessa Wildman ’20 provide the melody for the piece. Their notes, combined with the cellos, basses and violas, created a full-bodied sound.

1. Playing the cello, Natalie Rubenstein ’20 and Natalia Hauser ’20 follow the cues of their fellow players to stay with the orchestra. 2. The chorus, orchestra, band and Mr. Glen Pierson perform a holiday tune during their winter concert. They came together and gave the crowd a joint performance to get them in a holiday mood.

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their instruments and playing a scale, the orchestra players prepare for rehearsal. During rehearsal, the members focused on improving their skills through drills so they could improve every day, even if they weren’t playing. “I frequently ask them to shadow play a challenging passage in their music, which I’ll hear next,” said Mrs. Deena Shapiro, the orchestra director. “That way, the non-playing musicians are practicing soundlessly and improving that passage while I’m working on something with the section that’s playing.” All of their rehearsals led up to two concerts where they played seasonal music to show off the orchestra’s work to the student body and parents. They also attended assessments of their music, where industry professionals critiqued the orchestra to help point out specific issues so they could work on improving

them. “Off campus, we go to a Districtwide Music Performance Assessment,” Mrs. Shapiro said. “There, it’s not a competition against other schools, it’s a competition against ourselves to earn the highest rating, a Superior.” Other than these concerts and assessments, individual players could try out for honors orchestras, try out for the musical pit and take private lessons to work on individual skills rather than the whole group’s performance. At the end of the year, the performance groups combined one last time to provide live music for graduation. They played “Pomp and Circumstance,” the traditional graduation song, as well as other music. “The last concert we do as an orchestra is graduation, where we combine with the band and give our seniors a warm musical send-off,” Mrs. Shapiro said. words by Julia Aronberg photos by Pine Crest School design by Crestian Staff

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4 3. Ivey Rao ’22 smiles as she plays the cello. Throughout the concert, Ivey played in accordance with her fellow cellists. 4. Looking to the conductor to stay in time, Christian Ehrnrooth ’19 plays the violin. After years playing the instrument, he played in his last winter concert.

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Since September, a select number of students from the Upper School chorus have been practicing for the AllState competition. Thousands of students throughout the state of Florida completed a threepart audition, and those chosen performed at the Florida Music Educators Conference. Students practiced for All-State during boot camps and had the option of practicing during their personal lessons. “My favorite part of the competition as a whole is sitting through the recording process of the singing auditions,” Mr.Testa said. “To hear how the students sing the music differently is interesting to me.” After the competition, students were able to hear their scantron feedback and were given their results immediately. Once they passed that finish line, they were placed into honors choirs comprised of other talented students. “I want my students to experience what real, serious rehearsals are like once they get into the choruses,” Mr. Testa said. “I also want them to experience the repertoire, which is really advanced.”

ALL-STATE AWARDS IN FINE ARTS All-State Honors Band: Melika Borujerdi ’22 - Flute All-County Honors Bands: Ava Friesen ’22 - Piccolo & Flute Nikhil Narwani ’20 - Alto Saxophone Drew Morris ’19 - Clarinet Derek Pfeffer ’19 - Clarinet words by Ayesha Minhas

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rehearsals, events and performances, the chorus met in many circumstances to create joy with their harmonies. Mr. Testa, the chorus director, explained his routine for each 45-minute class to prepare students for all of their extracurricular opportunities. “We start with vocal exercises, then some music sight reading, then we work on learning selections for concerts and the Music Performance Assessment,” Mr. Testa said. The chorus performs in many divisions other than the full group, including a men’s and women’s chorus and an honors chorus. The singers had many opportunities to sing outside of school, including the Candlelight Processional at Disney World’s Epcot. This event allowed students to experience performing in front of a larger audience, which showed them the world of professional music.

The chorus sings along to “Silent Night” and “Joy to the World” to express holiday spirit. Besides their holiday concert, they traveled to Disney World to sing in the Candlelight Processional.

“It features holiday music with professional orchestras and soloists as well as a celebrity narrator,” Mr. Testa said. “This year it was Pat Sajak from the television show Wheel of Fortune.” Students enjoyed the ability to sing outside of school and visit Disney World with their friends. “This opportunity to perform on a Disney stage is unique, fun and a once in a lifetime experience,” Savannah Stocker ’19 said. “This is something that many musicians will never have the chance to experience, especially not at a high school level.” Savannah said attending competitions and performances was very rewarding because she loved hearing her hard work pay off. “I really enjoy making music with my friends in choir,” Hank Ingham ’19 said. “There is a distinct sense of camaraderie among members of the chorus, working together to learn pieces and make them sound beautiful.”

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Cast and audience members share their favorite moments from Almost, Maine.

1. Reading his list of things that could hurt him, junior William Prevor’s character explains his inability to feel to junior Natalia Hauser’s character after he hit her with an ironing board. She responded, explaining that ironing boards don’t normally hurt people. 2. Looking up at a shooting star, Drew Morris ’19 and Madison Mazer ’19 make a wish. After this conversation, Drew’s character found out he overlooked their anniversary.

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DRESSING UP Though many students attended the performance of Almost, Maine, not many knew what happened behind the curtains. “Everyone is jumpy and excited to act and do the play together,” said Bianca Simons ’19, who played the waitress Villian. “We all dance, have fun and do our little handshake before the start of the show. It’s just to get rid of some of the nerves and be a team.” Before every show there was a long process to get ready to perform. Not only did cast members have to transform from

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3. Sharing their boy problems, Cayleigh Pine ’19 and Caroline Nouhan ’19 laugh at Caroline’s character’s misfortune. She described how the boy with whom she went on a date broke up with her because she smelled weird. 4. Jordan Zelch ’19 and Natalie Rubenstein ’20 sit on a bench while their characters profess their love for each other.

The cast of Almost, Maine carried out rituals and preparations before the show. looking like high schoolers to residents of Maine, but they also had to change their mentality. “For 10 minutes before the show, I pretend that I am the character and I do a lot of dancing to get pumped,” Bianca said. After all the preparations backstage, the time came for the performance. The curtain rose and the audience got to witness their peers as residents of Maine rather than Florida. words by Grace Hancock photos by Allison Trebbi

Natalie Berman ’21 stands by all of the love Mark Rozencwaig ’19 gave her as he proposes. They acted as one of the many couples in Almost, Maine, a play about a small town filled with vignettes of couples in all relationship stages.

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and snow were in the air as Stacy Auditorium transformed into the town of Almost, Maine. Students performed a combination of nine vignettes about couples falling in and out of love in this disorganized and eccentric small town. Each couple highlighted the quirks of their relationships and proved that love manifests in many different ways. After having rehearsals almost every day after school for three months, the cast members worked hard to pull off the show and perform for all of their peers and families. In the process, they also got to know each other. One of the pairs, played by Natalia Hauser ’20 and William Prevor ’20, was comprised of a man who was unable to feel pain,

so he accidentally hit a woman with an ironing board “My partner and I really had to be in sync, as our stunt hits with the ironing board needed to be convincing without us actually hurting each other,” William said. The vignettes featured a pair of best friends who realized they were made for each other, a woman who camped out to watch the Northern Lights to say goodbye to her exboyfriend and a woman who realized after years apart that she wanted to marry her high school boyfriend. “My favorite part of performing is being able to bring a character to life,” Natalia said. “I enjoyed giving the audience insight into the life of such a complicated woman.”

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Drilling sheet metal onto wood, Mrs. Stephanie Theoharis demonstrates a project to sophomores Brianna Perez, Madison Kozel, Gretchen Montgomery, Daniel Marsh and Brandon Marsh. The Sculpture and Ceramics II class allowed students to develop their sculpting techniques as they learned how to handle media such as clay, metal and wood.

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many students, the art studios were more than just a classroom. The warm, creative and inviting atmosphere of the studio called all students, even those who weren’t enrolled in an art course, to use as a place where they could take a break from their school work, enjoy time with friends and explore their artistic side. “I feel like the art rooms are a great place for people to relax and unwind, even if you aren’t necessarily an artist,” art student Olga Lisabet ’22 said. “It’s a very calming environment where you’re able to spend time with your friends and get inspired by what others are creating.” Surrounded by artwork and music, most art students agreed that the room boasts a chill and

creative vibe. It had a reputation for being a place to escape the pressures of school and destress by focusing on an artistic endeavor or simply talking with peers. At any given moment, both artists and non-artists were found having dynamic conversions, arguing over the meaning of art or even jamming out to music while working on a project. “I have a lot of students who come in here who have never taken art and just want to learn more about it,” art teacher Mr. Nino Liguori said. “Others come because it’s a good place to study or just want to hang out with their friends. It’s a space where we only really care about being creative and I want people to know that they are always welcome to join us.”

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1 1. Completing a pop art piece inspired by Roy Lichtenstein, Ariana Hull ’19 and Jack Weiner ’19 work in Mr. Nino Ligouri’s Drawing and Painting II class. They rubbed graphite on the back of the photo to transfer it to the canvas, and then retraced over the lines in pencil. 2. Working with oil paint, Maura Pliske ’20 progresses on a piece for her AP concentration. A multi-faceted artist, Maura won four gold keys in the Schloastic Art and Writing Awards for her work in a variety of media including sculpture, drawing and painting.

3. Using a variety of tools and techniques, seniors Elizabeth “Libby” Baker, Megan Guido and Ashley Weymouth work on their encaustic pieces. They used various colors of melted wax to fashion designs on squares of wood.

ON THE GRAM

Artists shared their work on social media.

4. Working with scratchboard, Saumya Jain ’19 etches an eye. With this medium, the artists used needle tools to score the surface of the board, revealing the white material underneath.

ARTISTS’ WORLD

@pinecrestschool Upper School students taking Drawing and Painting are working with chalk pastels this week.

5 5. Working on a dot project, Megan Guido ’19 paints wooden letters with differently-sized dotting tools. “My first big piece was a four-color blue canvas and it took me almost four months from start to finish,” Megan said. “It will hopefully hang in my dorm room.”

When it comes to art, the rules are made to be broken. In Mrs. Stephanie Theoharis’ Post-AP Art class, students had as much freedom as their creativity desired. Between projects such as scratchboards, encaustic paintings with layers of wax, book binding and window painting, Mrs. Theoharis offered her students a plethora of materials to express themselves. “We are focusing on a type of art work they really love and enjoy,” Mrs. Theoharis said. “We are trying to come up with lots of different ideas to do. I want to give them many opportunities to work in a variety of media.” Lauren Fromkin ’19 has been taking sculpture class since freshman year. However, once she had the opportunity to take Post-AP Art, she wanted to expand her artistic abilities through working in more media. “I’ve done a lot of projects this year that have taken me out of my comfort zone, but I’m happy that I learned new 2D techniques such as learning how to paint,” Lauren said. “The freedom of Post-AP is what makes it the ideal art class.” words by Olivia Pettee photos by Ishani Singh design by Crestian Staff

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Rosie Rothschild is a frequent visitor to Mrs. Theoharis’ Post-AP Art class.

The art room is a sanctuary for artists and non-artists alike. Jazz beats fill the room along background conversation about projects ideas and stylistic decisions. For Rose “Rosie” Rothschild ’19, a woman in STEM and studentathlete, this is the perfect environment. Though she is not enrolled in any art class, Rosie takes advantage of the materials and resources that are provided during the 5th period Post-AP Art class. While it is an opportunity for her to hang out with her friends in the class, it also gives her the chance words by Olivia Pettee photo by Lily Hashemi

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to embrace her creative side. “It’s really stress relieving and gives me an opportunity to express my creative side,” Rosie said. “My friends are in the class, but we like to do our own thing.” Through spending time there, she developed her specialty: pottery. Throwing on the potter’s wheel, along with making, trimming and glazing bowls and pots, has become routine. She even gave a purple bowl she made to one of her teachers. With an open mind and plentiful ideas, anyone can be an artist. ART AS A COMMUNITY SPACE & POST-AP ART

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Brian Anderson ’19 shoots a jumper against Boca High. The team finished the season with a 17-9 record, working hard all season to stay competitive in every game.

1. Running for the ball, Katharina Eibel ’19 reaches for a rebound. The girls basketball team finished with a 17-7 record. 2. Covering the other team, Anthony Marzouca ’20, Brence Platner ’20 and Marshal Schepps ’21 prevent them from blocking freshman Ausar Thompson’s shot. Ausar and his brother Amen were leading scorers. Ausar had an average of 8.8 points per game.

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crowd goes wild as the boys’ varsity basketball team makes a shot from half court with seconds left in the game. With practices every day of the week except Sundays, the team put together all of their efforts to perfect their skills and improve their overall performance on the court. “It’s really great seeing the progress that we make as a team as the season goes on,” Amen Thompson ’22 said. “We all like working hard because we are motivated by the same goals.” The basketball team consisted of 15 student athletes who worked hard to play in one of the most in the most competitive districts in the state. However, their teamwork and dedication to the sport ensured both personal improvement and overall team success. “I’m grateful to play with a group of

young and hardworking teammates that always give it their all,” Eros Carpio ’21 said. With Brian Anderson ’22 as their captain and the only senior, the team dynamic permitted a strong sense of leadership and an opportunity for the younger members to learn about the sport. “The core of our team will be returning next year,” Anthony Marzouca ’20 said. With a season record of 17-9, players on the team gained game experience on the court. Beating rival schools Cardinal Gibbons and St. Andrews during the regular season, they learned they had the talent and the mindset to go far. “We had a young team but we had a lot of fight and won a lot of games when people counted us out,” Brence Platner ’20 said. “It was a lot of fun and we’re going to do big things next year.”

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4 3. Brence Platner ’20 and Brian Anderson ’19 break up court as Ausar Thompson ’22 steals the ball away from the opposing team. They beat Boca High 57-52 in this game. 4. Jumping towards the net, Sarah Hancock ’19 shoots a layup in the game against Somerset Academy. They won the game 55-14.

Finishing her three-pointer, Haley Mordis ’19 lands from her jump. The team won their first Regional playoff game in 21 years, defeating Monsignor Pace 42-37.

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To increase school spirit and share her passion for dance performance, Arielle Rothenberg ’20 created a dance team to perform at halftime during basketball games. The eight dancers practiced during the week to create jazz and hip-hop dances. Arielle created the team not only to increase school spirit, but also to bring a team dynamic to a sport that is usually individualistic. “Watching my brothers and friends get involved with team sports, I really felt like I was missing out on that team dynamic,” Arielle said. “After seeing some other high school and college dance teams, I was inspired to create one here.” However, Arielle was not the only dancer who was excited at the prospect of the team. When Danielle “Dani” O’Keefe ’21 heard about the possibility of the dance team, she immediately supported it. “I felt like Pine Crest was missing something like this,” Dani said.

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top sneakers squeak against the hardwood floors of Stacy Gym as cheers from the crowd echo off the green and white bleachers in between the intermittent swoosh of the basketball net. Fans recognized another three-pointer bounding through the net by the crowd’s cheering. Among the teams that called Stacy Gym their home was the girls’ varsity basketball team. The five seniors on the team, most of whom had been building upon their skills for the past three years, embedded a strong sense of leadership in the team dynamic. “This was an extremely successful season for us and a great way to end for our seniors,” captain Sarah Hancock said. “Going in we started 0-2 and we were doubtful about the rest of the season, but we ended up finishing 17-6, tieing the previous record of most wins in a season.”

The team also left their mark on the program by winning a regional playoff game in their district, marking the first regional win since 1998. “Being a part of the team to beat a 21-year-old record was so amazing,” Salma Abuhamda ’19 said. “The team was truly a family and our teamwork allowed us to make it so far. I’ll forever be grateful for the experience.” Against all odds, the girls’ varsity team honed in their strengths for a record-breaking season, with the seniors leaving it all out there on the court. The returning players now know what it takes. “My favorite memory this season was senior night because I got to see all of them so happy,” Nellie Johnson ’21 said. “I became so close to the seniors this year and I will miss them tremendously.”

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Charging at the ball, Daniel Garcia ‘20 helps score a goal. He came into close contact with an opposing player in his attempt to snag the ball and keep possession away from the other team.

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1. Keeping his eyes on the ball, Benjamin Bernstein ’19 sprints across the field. The boys’ soccer team won more than half of their games.

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2. The girls’ varsity team embraces in a huddle during senior night halftime. During this game, the players honored the seniors. Each senior walked out to the field accompanied by friends and families and took a group photo with the coaches.

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constantly running drills to putting tremendous effort into daily practices, the boys’ soccer team was determined to have a victorious season. Their coaches, Todd Nobles and Jamie Walling, continuously encouraged them, strengthened their athletic skills and pushed them to do their best. With a 107-2 record, the boys reached the District Semifinals. “It was a great accomplishment for the team,” Stefano Galebe ’20 said. “Having the number two seed meant we did not have to play in the quarterfinals. This hasn’t happened for the soccer team in a very long time.” The boys achieved many victories but were persistent and optimistic when they lost. “I thought our confidence would go down, but we actually maintained a high

level of morale the rest of the season,” Allan Murciano ’19 said. It was easy to see that the boys were more than just teammates; they were brothers. As a group, they exhibited grit in times of hardship and maturity in times of victory. “I love being able to lead a great group of guys,” Graham Gotlieb ’20 said. “I appreciate hyping them up before every game and I hope that as a senior captain I can take the team past districts to regionals and mentor them as a leader.” With eight seniors graduating this year, the remaining team will have to focus on building up their skills. Throughout the season, the team was able to come together as a group of individuals, enjoy countless victories and surmount numerous obstacles, making them a successful team. words by Natalia Hauser photos by Julianne Weiss design by Crestian Staff

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4 3. Accepting a bouquet of flowers, manager Michael Salztman ‘19 walks out on the field for the boys’ senior night game. As a manager, he was responsible for filming games and taking stats. 4. Mid-fielder and forward Grace Pettee ’20 practices shooting during the warmup. Before every game, the girls stretched and perfected shooting and passing. They also participated in the pre-game tradition of sprinting in two lines and high-fiving their teammates.

Daniel Garcia ’20 “I like Nike because I feel like they stick to what works. Adidas tries too hard to improve cleats and change too much from previous batches, so sometimes their newer versions are worse because of it.”

Right wing Cameron Honig ’22 rushes forward as she prepares to strike the ball. The girls’ team ended the season with an 11-8-1 record. They advanced all the way to the District Quarterfinal.

Benjamin Bernstein ’19 “I like Nike because my favorite player, Lukey Joannou, wears Nike cleats.”

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Olivia Pettee ’20 “I prefer Adidas cleats because they’re more comfortable, they’re really sturdy and they last longer. Stripes over checks all the way.”

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girls’ varsity season came down to one word: bittersweet. After losing 11 seniors coming into the season, returning players honed in on their strengths and underclassmen stepped up for a new team dynamic. Each game presented a set of obstacles from which the girls had to overcome with grit, especially when forward Jessica Nedry ’20 sustained an injury that ended her season in the rivalry district game against North Broward. “It was heart-wrenching watching one of our teammates go down since we had worked so hard to get up to that point,” midfielder Grace Pettee ’20 said. Leading the team were seniors Natalie Klar, Allyson “Ally” Feldman, Rose Rothschild and Elizabeth Brown, who started off the team cheer every game, led stretches each practice and helped bond the team together. “Soccer season is something I’ve looked forward to every year,” Ally said. “I’m going

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to miss playing, especially the team itself. The friendships I’ve formed throughout the years from playing on the team are irreplaceable.” The team also welcomed seven freshmen: Sophia Varughese, Grace Hancock, Carys Edwards, Courtney Klar, Liyeri “Lily” Spyredes and manager Julia Guilfu, who distinguished themselves as skillful additions to the lineup. “I was nervous at first, but I felt really welcomed and learned a lot from the upperclassmen,” Grace said. “Even though I was new, by the end of the season I felt like we’d all known each other forever.” Finishing off with a record of 11-8-1, the season was filled with highs and lows. From starting off the year with a win against the Benjamin School to losing a hard-fought battle against Cardinal Gibbons, every time they played it was an opportunity for growth, all in preparation to show courage in the face of adversity.

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During the meet against Boca High, Delaney Dardet ’20 performs a clean and jerk. At meets, weightlifters competed in both bench press and clean and jerk. As they lifted, judges watched and determined whether or not their lift was a good lift, depending on certain aspects of their technique.

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The weightlifters practiced before, during and after school to perfect their technique and add weight to their scores.

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multiple sports, the weight room was the single unifying factor. Players went to the weight room to improve their strength and agility and were drawn in by weightlifting. “I stay motivated by seeking to do better at every practice,” Maya ElSharif ’21 said. “I want to be able to lift a 300-pound deadlift and clean and jerk 145 pounds, and the only way to do that is to train.” Being on the weightlifting team wasn’t only about being able to able to lift weights. Although it’s a largely individual sport, where competitors were mostly trying to compete against themselves, it was also about teamwork and friendships. “Unlike sports like soccer or lacrosse, in weightlifting, you are cheering for

everyone, not just your school,” Gillian “Gigi” Cohen ’19 said. Walking into a meet, the high energy environment inspired bonds across all teams. Competitors were organized across platforms by their weight classes, and each platform was flanked by a wall of cheering girls from all teams. “Walking into a weightlifting meet is like walking into a pep rally,” Maya said. “Everyone is screaming full volume to cheer and encourage someone else.” In addition to gaining strength, the girls on the team were also left with lasting friendships. “All of the experiences I’ve had with the team, from having home meets to traveling two hours on the bus with them, have allowed us to share great memories that I will remember forever,” Gigi said.

2 2. Lifting the barbell above her head, Emma Feirstein ’21 performs a clean and jerk at Archbishop McCarthy High School as Lauren Fromkin ’19, Aislinn Sullivan ’19, Alexa Jacques ’19, Ashleigh Clark ’19 and Jourdan Henry ’21 watch. Each lifter completed three bench presses and three clean and jerks, and between lifts they cheered each other on. 3. Sarah Sanda ’20 spots Ashleigh Clark ’19 as she practices her bench press before the meet against Boca High School. Spotters paid close attention to protect the benchers in case of emergency.

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Many Upper School students spend their time after school binging shows on Netflix, doing copious amounts of homework or catching up with friends, but a small minority of students—namely cross sport athletes—must spend their afternoons practicing with their teams. One such athlete, Brian Anderson ’19, competed in football, basketball, track & field and weightlifting. Brian said he sticks to a strict routine to make sure he has time for his education, which he knows will be what takes him farthest in life. Despite his academic routine, he said he has not and will not be caught slacking. “No matter what sport you’re playing, you should dedicate yourself to the fullest,” he said.

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Although Brian enjoys his athletic commitments, he said that playing multiple sports at once can be difficult, mainly because of the lack of free time. “It’s tough to find time to rest or recover,” he said. “Also, I can’t really do offseason training, so it’s harder to adapt from sport to sport.” Despite the difficulties of playing multiple sports, Brian plans to continue athletics beyond the high school level. In the fall, he committed to Williams College to play football. “I’m very excited to be playing football at Williams next year because I love that I am able to continue being both a student as well as an athlete at such a prestigious school,” he said.

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Tri-sport athlete Jacob Goldberg ’20, known on the field or in the gym as simply “Goldberg,” is the quintessential teammate. Playing defensive and offensive lineman since freshman year allowed him to develop strong bonds with his football teammates during fall, and in the spring he participated in track & field and weightlifting. “My favorite sport is football because of the camaraderie and the opportunity I get to showcase my talents,” he said. “My favorite memory from football is when we beat Calvary in the final minutes of the game. The atmosphere was just electric.” Jacob could often be spotted in the weight room, training for weightlifting or keeping in shape for his athletic endeavors. Although he performed individually, he always put his teammates first, regardless of the sport.

Freshman year is a year of adjustment and trying new things, and Alyssa Vasserman ’22 took this notion to heart, participating in six sports. “Even though I may possibly be the one who needs the most improvement, the challenges and their rewards are worth pushing through the pain,” Alyssa said. She brought a different skill set to each sport she plays, but no matter which rules she is playing by, she always brings her optimism and openness. “I think the best way you can contribute to any team is with positive energy and laughter,” Alyssa said.

If there’s anyone who can outrun the opposing team, it is Sierra Stocker ’21. Her speed and unwavering determination made her an unstoppable force in cross country, track & field and soccer. “I’m motivated both by my own determination to meet my individual goals and by my teammates,” Sierra said. “My teammates are very encouraging to each other, which really helps motivate me to give my all in each sport.” Playing as a forward and right midfield in soccer, Sierra has been an essential player on the team, as well as a top finisher for track and cross country. “The best part about playing on a team is the sense of community,” she said. “I love striving towards a common goal and motivating each other along the way.”

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PINE JANUARY 11

HALEY MOSS Alumna Haley Moss ’12 is sworn in as the first openly autistic lawyer in the Florida Bar. She graduated from the University of Florida and said she planned to study psychiatry, but found that the law applied more to her interest in reading, writing and speaking.

JANUARY 31

STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS Newly elected StuCo president and vice president Katherine “Katie” Sullivan ’20 and Ezra Mishkel ’20 smile at their new positions. These elections were held in January, rather than April, so the new leaders had time to acclimate to their duties.

FEBRUARY 7

BASKETBALL SEMIFINALS The girls’ varsity basketball team cheers after advancing to the Regional semifinals for the first time in 21 years. They beat the Monsignor Pace Spartans 42-37 in the quarterfinals to advance to the next round, but lost their game to the NSU Sharks the following week.

FEBRUARY 14

SILVER KNIGHT RECOGNITIONS Senior Silver Knight nominees pose for a photo due to their service to the community in different core areas. The program recognizes students who maintain high grades while applying their skills to improve both the school and South Florida.

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TSA ADVANCES TO NATIONALS Members of the Technology Students Association advance to Nationals during the States competition in Orlando. They prepared presentations and created prototypes for 36 different categories. The teams brought home a combined 58 awards, including six first places.

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HAMILTON IN PUERTO RICO Lin-Manuel Miranda returns to his original role as Alexander Hamilton. Hamilton: An American Musical opened in Puerto Rico, and benefitted more than entertainment. The tour raised over $15 million for the victims of Hurricane Maria.

JANUARY 28-FEBRUARY 1

POLAR VORTEX A set of winter storms swept through the Midwest and brought temperatures as low as -55 degrees. The record-breaking temperatures resulted from the Polar Vortex. The cold weather broke over 160 records in the Northeast and Midwest.

FEBRUARY 3

SUPER BOWL Football fans around the country gathered to watch the Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta, Georgia. The New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Rams 13-3, marking their sixth official Super Bowl title. The halftime show performers were Maroon 5, Travis Scott and Big Boi.

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OPPORTUNITY ROVER NASA declared Opportunity’s mission complete after not receiving messages from the rover since June 2018. The rover explored Mars’ surface since January 2004. Its mission was only slated to last 90 days, but Opportunity exceeded its planned exploration by 14 years and 46 days.

FEBRUARY 24

THE OSCARS The 91st Oscar Awards proceeded without a host for the first time since 1989. The show opened with a Freddie Mercury tribute by Adam Lambert and Brian May, and Bohemian Rhapsody achieved four wins while Green Book, Roma and Black Panther won three Oscars.

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words by Emma Gómez photos by Steve Jurvetson, NASA, Wikipedia, Erik Drost under the license of CC-BY-SA-3.0, Prayitno under the license of CC-BY-SA-2.0, Haley Moss & Pine Crest School design by Ishani Singh

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During Alice in Wonderland, Jennifer Wolters ’19, playing Alice, sits on a mushroom in the garden. Dancers performed Alice in Wonderland for the first time in Stacy Auditorium. Incorporating novel artistic disciplines, digital art students created animations for the stage backdrop to express the ballet’s whimsical nature.

Almost there. Finishing classwork. Difficult, but the last push. Reading final English books. Taking calculus mocks. Training for culminating sports competitions. Performing for the last time in Stacy. Remaining college decisions roll in.

Beginning of the end.

Nostalgia creeps in. Underclassmen are ready to move up. Transitions. Academic awards, athletic awards, Founders Council art awards. Preparations for the new school year. Electing the new StuCo president. Class boards.

You end

the year strong. Final senior traditions. Grad

Bash, college t-shirt day, Senior Send-Off. Choosing classes. You plan your summer. Go to prom. Study for finals

and AP exams. Graduation. The juniors are on top. Wrapping up the year. Looking toward the future.

STAMINA moves us forward

In an Executive Board meeting, Alexandra Giorno ’19, Gillian Cohen ’19, Salma Abuhamda ’19 and Lauren Pollock ’19 talk about their ideas for FebFest.The Exec Board met throughout the year to plan yearly traditions and conceptualize new events to supplement these traditions. New events added included a giant relay and lip sync competition.

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Student Council worked together as the voice of the Upper School student body, giving students an opportunity to work on their leadership skills by planning events and organizing activities. StuCo was comprised of the Executive Board, Judiciary Committee, Steering Committee, Honor Court and class boards. The students on Exec Board were the brains behind traditions such as Homecoming, Feb Fest and Sadie. Members improved the community and connected with their peers, learning many essential lessons for the future along the way. “I have learned a lot about being organized and managing my time from this experience,” StuCo President Rose Rothschild ’19 said. “It is super important to plan ahead in order for the events to run smoothly and get everything that I wanted done. It also has allowed me to better my communication skills while talking to administration to get different events approved.” The Steering Committee, Honor Court and class boards set up StuCo events, reinforced

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positive behavior and organized activities for each grade. “I loved working together with leaders from across all grades to make events like Homecoming and Sadie the best they have been in a while,” junior StuCo Rep Maya Beleznay said. “I am very excited to be StuCo Rep again next year and I hope to better the community with my ideas as a board member.” The Judiciary Committee consisted of two representatives from each grade level to include many perspectives and make changes for the better. Since students stayed on the committee throughout Upper School, they had the opportunity to see each other grow and improve as the years go by. “As this is my second year on Judiciary, I have witnessed the individuals as well as the group as a whole continue to grow,” Maya El-Sharif ’21 said. “From my first day on Judiciary to the end of the year meetings for reading applications, we have grown more efficient and organized.”

2 Rose Rothschild ’19 leads a discussion with the Executive Board about FebFest. In the meeting, they solidified the carnival theme and decided the activities President and dress code for the Sadie Hawkins dance.

1. Sharing their ideas, Tsion Yared ’20, Katherine Sullivan ’20 and Josh Perper ’21 brainstorm to decide dress down day themes. 2. StuCo

words by Taylor Jones photos by Alexandra Carr design by Alexandra Giorno

FRONT ROW Katherine Sullivan, Daniel Bolja, Julia Engelhardt, Kelly Dunne, William Kirschner, Joshua Perper BACK ROW David Radvany-Roth, Allyson Feldman, Alexandra Giorno, Rose Rothschild, Lauren Fromkin, Ethan Berman NOT PICTURED Salma Abuhamda, Gillian Cohen, Lauren Pollock

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FRONT ROW Jared Gould, Frank Belette, Alexis Peddy, Elizabeth McMahan, Maya El-Sharif, Yuvraj Tuli NOT PICTURED Noah Fischer, Harrison Freedman

STEERING COMMITTEE

FRONT ROW Katherine Heatzig, Haley Kleinman, Vanessa Wildman,Valerie Carver, Finn Roventini ROW 2 Allyson Feldman, Victoria Lemigova, Danna Martinez, Daniella Vine, Allyson Keyes, Alexa Hackman, Leonardo Simon BACK ROW Saylee Nemade, Elaina Hamuy, Ella Taub, Natalia Hauser, Salomé Slatkoff, Arielle Rothenberg, Rayna Gordon NOT PICTURED Taryn Herman, Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle, Brooke Greenfield, Jade Klacko, Natalie Klar, Lauren Pollock

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FRONT ROW Blake Kravitz, Joshua Perper, Mahdere Yared, Ashlyn McGinn, Carys Edwards, Issac Martinez-Espejo, Kelly Dunne BACK ROW Tsion Yared, Katherine Sullivan, Marlie Kahan, William Kirschner, Evan Dash, Daniel Bolja, Benjamin Krut NOT PICTURED Maya Beleznay, Emma Gómez, Henry Pliske

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FRONT ROW Pedro Ribeiro, Isabelle Seckler, Liza Goldstone, Hanna Elks-Smith, Ms. Cheryl Doolittle

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THOUGHT “The food from the Union is very wholesome.”

-Sumeet Gulati ’19

“I prefer the Union because it has better food options and there is more socializing.”

-Brett Korsunsky ’21

“I usually like to go to the Union between 7th and 8th period because that’s when Mary Ellen bakes her cookies.”

“I usually eat breakfast at the Union and I think it has many good options.”

-Adeel Markatia ’20

-Andrew Sananes ’22

“The bagels from the Union are the best and I have at least one a day.”

-Mia Strempack ’22

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“I am going to miss Mary Ellen in the Student Union after I graduate.”

-Olivia Varughese ’19 design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

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6th period. Students fueled up with a variety of food to nourish them for the rest of the school day and sports practices. “I liked the chicken and rice combo,” Antony said. “I then had two pork sliders which I always like. Drank it down with three cool chocolate milks and finished my day up with 2. Seniors Mian Hasan, Ryan McCue and a Nutella and banana sandwich. 9/10 lunch.” Antony Novak eat lunch together during 3. Cheese, guacamole and salsa are among 1. Celebrating Brownie Thursday, senior Audrey Hollo cuts brownies from the tupperware to share with her class. This tradition, started by AP Calculus BC teacher Ms. Jamille Hernandez, is a way for students to celebrate the end of the week while giving back to their classmates.

students’ favorite toppings on taco day.They chose between chicken and ground beef, and then loaded their tacos with a variety of toppings. “The tacos in the cafeteria are great because the toppings allow for each taco to be different and it gives you an unlimited combination of tacos,” Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle ’21 said.

“I think pad thai would be a really good addition to lunch because I really enjoy thai food.” -Alexis Peddy ’22 2 “Crispitos are the glue that holds Pine Crest together.” -Enzo Sampaio ’22

“Crispitos are the best food at school and the grilled chicken second semester has been a staple.” -Katherine Sullivan ’20

“The food in the cafeteria is fun because they have different cultural foods each day.” -Payton Kennelly ’22

“There is a good variety of food in the cafeteria. There’s always something for people to chose from and I appreciate that.” -Jolie Albinder ’22

any given day, students dealt with hunger on campus by gathering around the food sources: the Student Union and the Nutter Dining Hall. In the morning, the Union was a hot spot for breakfast and a daily dose of caffeine. “The Union is an essential part of my day,” Erika Temprano ’20 said. “I don’t know what I would do without my daily bagel.” The minute the bell sounded to signal the passing period, students from all grade levels rushed to the Union for a spot in line to grab a snack. At the forefront of this chaos was Mary Ellen State, the keeper of the donuts, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and Arizona iced teas. “My favorite part of my job is getting

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to see and interact with all the kids,” Mary Ellen said. “The crowds get a little intimidating sometimes, but I just take a deep breath and do my best.” The other area on campus responsible for satiating the students’ and faculty’s hunger was the Nutter Dining Hall. From the peanut butter station to the salad bar to the hot food station, there was a plethora of options for all preferences. With such a wide selection to choose from, it was not uncommon to see trays filled with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich next to a pile of spaghetti and an ice cream bar. “When the cafeteria staff knows your order, that’s when you’ve reached peak cafeteria status,” Giuliana Cascarano ’20. words by Catrina Reyes photos by Alexandra Giorno & Deborah Ades

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1. A camera shy iguana scurries away from Bill Rhul on the fairway. He captured the photo while reporting for a boys’ golf match. “I find iguanas fascinating because they look so pre-historic yet they get scared very easily and look almost cartoonish running away,” he said. 2. Head coach of aquatics Mariusz Podkoscielny holds an iguana that failed to evade him. Claiming the deck as a favorite spot, the iguanas frequently disrupted swim practices by jumping into the pools and joining the swimmers. Although

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Coach Mariusz was a fan, not many swimmers shared his compassion for iguanas when they jumped into pool lanes. 3. A recurring guest poses for Dr. Katherine McDonnell’s camera outside her classroom window. The language wing window sills were a common spot to see iguanas. Whether they were sitting on the edge or falling off the side, students often took a break from class to snap photos.

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the d a y, students spotted iguanas all over campus, falling down the stairs or creeping across the railings. Many students did not enjoy their presence, but the head coach of aquatics Mariusz Podkoscielny said he is infatuated with them. “I have always liked them, but when I saw one for the first time in Arizona when I was in college, I fell in love with them,” he said. “My entire childhood, I always wanted to live in the tropics and the two things that I associate with tropics are palm trees and iguanas. Iguanas are a reminder of life that most people see on TV. We coexist… they are everywhere and I handled them many times. I try to stay out of their way but I also try to help them when they

fall into the pool or get trapped inside of the home.” During winter, students and faculty occasionally spotted them falling off walls or out of trees because they were hibernating from momentary cold spells. Due to the fact that many people do not like these cold-blooded creatures, Coach Podkoscielny explains how he tries to help those in need. “In around 2008-2009 we had a long cold front which killed many of the older iguanas,” he said. “We took three of them home and saved their lives by keeping them from freezing to death. When it got warmer, we released them back into the wild.” Although iguanas are harmless, dodging them on the staircase was a part of every student and faculty member’s life.

words by Haley Strauch photos courtsey of Bill Ruhl, Benjamin Petri & Coach Mariusz Podkoscielny design & artistry by Alexandra Giorno

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seen in movies, read in books and binged on The Kissing Booth, prom represents the bittersweet end to the school year. The junior prom of the Class of 2019 was a psychedelic whirlwind of dance, sugar cookies and unforgettable moments, but the planning involved in the night began almost a year earlier with prom chair Alexandra “Alex” Giorno ’19 and faculty adviser Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum. “I scouted magazines and Pinterest for inspiration before coming back at the start of school and pitching all of the ideas to the committee and Mrs. Rashbaum,” Alex said. Once they settled on a theme, the heavy lifting began. Calling the DJ, coordinating with the caterer, making a sketch of Stacy Gym with the decoration company and dealing with the casino were some of the many tasks Alex, Mrs.Rashbaum and the Prom Committee had to do to put together the vivid wonderland that the student body got to see. “One of my favorite parts was actually designing the polaroid boxes since it allowed me to combine my love for graphic design into something that was distributed to everyone,” Alex said. Walking through the clock-lined

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entrance into Stacy Gym was exactly like falling through Alice’s rabbit hole. Once inside, it was hard for students to keep their eyes off the decorations, with brilliantly hued reds, blues, purples and yellows popping out from the Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter. “I love seeing the prom come together every year,” Mrs. Rashbaum said. “It’s amazing how a vision and a few sketched out ideas come to life in the gym. The colorfulness, the characters, the entryway with the clocks: it was all magical.” Students spent the night dancing, laughing, eating hors d’oeuvres, taking pictures and lounging on Alice’s checkered couches and swirling chaises. “The decorations were really elaborate, and it all made it a really immersive experience,” Julia Tannenbaum ’19 said. For the people responsible for planning prom, they felt satisfied with how it turned out. “I remember being so excited for my own prom and to be part of the creation of that memorable night is so fun for me,” Mrs. Rashbaum said. “We start planning the prom in the summer and it really is an all-year project. It’s very rewarding to see it all come together each year.”

Talking to their friends, Ashleigh Clark ’19 and Jabari Owens ’19 enjoy the Alice in Wonderland prom. The Stacy Gym transformed into realms reflecting different scenes from the movie. “I was heavily inspired by the cartoon version of Alice in Wonderland,” prom chair Alexandra Giorno ’19 said. “I also used Pinterest to curate ideas and design combinations.”

1 1. Ashleigh Clark ’19 and Inti Louis-Williams ’20 show off their moves on the dance floor. Other than dancing, attendees also enjoyed the available food, including sushi, character cookies and 2. Under largerthan-life cards, David Radvany-Roth ’19 and Audrey Hollo ’19 enjoy a slow dance. Before prom, students promposed to each other with puns and snacks.

Kauppinen ’19, Gillian “Gigi” Cohen ’19 and Isabelle Seckler ’19 talk with a group of friends. Gigi held the night’s polaroids in a case imitating a deck of cards for the theme. 4. Pointing at the camera, Kofi Meighan ’19 enjoys his night down the rabbit hole.

5. Nicolas Simon ’19, Dylan Geller ’19 and Lauren Shamie ’19 dance together. They wore tuxedos, long dresses and heels to fit 3. By the Mad Hatter with the formal theme tea party table, Caleb of the night.

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Alex Giorno led the Prom Committee in planning a mystical night in wonderland.

Prom is widely remembered as one of the most memorable nights in the high school experience, but what often gets lost is the amount of time, effort and money spent preparing for this event. Every year, a sophomore is selected from numerous applications to be the next year’s prom chair, and the prom chair was tasked with assembling a Prom Committee and working with Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum to make prom a reality. Alexandra “Alex” Giorno ’19 was the selected prom chair, and she came up with the theme, organized contracts with outside vendors, chose the menu and stuck to the budget with the help of the Prom Committee and Mrs. Rashbaum. “Planning prom required a lot of communication and organization skills,” Alex said. “The hardest thing about planning prom was creating a layout of the room that incorporated elements of the theme and making everything come together.” However, Alex could not have achieved this night without help from others. “My role was to choose a theme and talk to the Prom Committee to share my ideas and consult with them for suggestions,” she said. “After, Mrs. Rashbaum and I contacted vendors for prom and organized it in the way I imagined with the help of professional companies.” The Prom Committee gave Alex insight into the opinions of the students attending prom and helped modify her ideas to end up with the best result. Additionally, she said she could not have planned a successful prom without Mrs. Rashbaum’s advice and experience. “Mrs. Rashbaum helped me a lot in contacting companies and giving insight into what would work best on the day of prom,” Alex said. In the end, prom was a whimsical night to remember thanks to the prom chair, Prom Committee and Mrs. Rashbaum.

words by Lauren Fromkin

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gavel bangs and students from all over the country discuss their thoughts about current government issues. The Model Congress club traveled to Boston, Massachusetts to attend the Harvard Model Congress conference. Outside the conference, they also explored the city of Boston, visiting the Massachusetts State House, the Quincy Market and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. “Model Congress is a simulation, a competition, an exercise in public speaking, group work, a lesson in American government and politics and a trip, all wrapped into one,” club sponsor Mr. Gary Friedman said. Mr. Friedman, alongside Mr. Phillip Gratwick, established the club in

2016. Since then, they have worked hard to make it a rewarding experience for all attendees. “All of our students were excited and enthusiastic about participating in the Model Congress conference this year and fulfilled their roles successfully,” Mr. Friedman said. Six students won awards during the conference for their arguments, their ability to compromise and their leadership. “Winning an award is an awesome feeling, especially after all the hard work you put in during the conference,” award winner Kassidy Angelo ’19 said, “but honestly, the award means nothing in comparison to the amount you leave Model Congress learning and understanding about your topics and others’ opinions.”

Taking notes, Kayla Marcus ’22 works during a committee meeting at the Harvard Model Congress. Model Congress flew to Boston to attend the conference. The goal of the trip was to create bills in each committee and then pass them through Congress and the Cabinet.

words by Julia Aronberg photos by Julia Aronberg & courtesy of Mr. Gary Friedman & Mr. Phillip Gratwick design by Crestian Staff

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WE STAND Model UN members discuss world issues and create resolutions.

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Members of the Model United Nations (UN) participated in conferences throughout the year not only at school, but also at locations such as Nova Southeastern University and Dublin, Ireland. Throughout the year, students prepared by researching the government of their assigned country. “I enjoy taking on the role of a government that one wouldn’t normally agree with or know a lot about,” Ryan Dudak ’20 said. Once students were assigned a country and chose a topic, they selected a committee

that appealed to them and related to their chosen topic. Students researched the topic, their country’s history with it, the world’s viewpoints on it and previous UN resolutions regarding it. At the conference itself, the committees were run in the same manner as that of the UN. “I’ve learned a lot about how international diplomacy works,” Ryan said. “My public speaking has improved as well.” words by Ayesha Minhas photos courtesy of Ms. Lindsay Bass

1. Holding up their name cards, Kelli Blake ’22 and Kayla Marcus ’22 get the chairs’ attention. Each participant was assigned someone from Congress and they use that person’s policies to argue their point.

2. Model Congress visits the Massachusetts State House. From there, they walked to Quincy Market for lunch and shopping.

3. The group tours the John F. Kennedy Museum where they walked around and took in the history. The goal of the conference was to pass billls through the Senate, House and Cabinet. 4. Freshmen Kelli Blake, Leah Ellison, Kayla Marcus, Erin Gotlieb and Julia Aronberg stand in front of the Massachusetts State House. The freshmen were some of the many first-time club members.

1. In committee, Maya El-Sharif ’21 engages with Model UN students from around the country and tries to reach a solution.

2. Representing Mexico, Yuvraj Tuli ’21 debates with another student at the Model UN conference.

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SCHOOL DUEL

The National English Honors Society participated in the BECONTV’s School Duel academic quiz show competition. Held in South Florida, School Duel is a game show similar to Jeopardy, where schools from different districts competed to win awards. Captain of the team Clara Nguyen ’19 won the Chick-fil-A challenge and won free Chick-fil-A for a year. “My favorite part was when we toured the TV studio, introduced ourselves on camera and even had our hair and makeup done,” Clara

said. “I felt like a movie star.” Students had to pass a qualifying test to reach the filmed round. The team consisted of seniors Aaron Bloch, Evan Dash, Clara Nguyen, Isabelle Seckler, Alexa Silfen and Hank Ingham. The team had a few practice sessions where they answered questions with buzzers to imitate the show. On the day of competition, they ended up winning the first round, but lost in the second round.

words by Emma Rende photos courtesy of Mr. Aaron Gillego

ELITE WEEKEND

In September, yearbook editors Alexandra Giorno ’19, Lauren Fromkin ’19, Ishani Singh ’19, Shiraz Shiff ’20, Danielle Weisfisch ’20 and Olivia Pettee ’20 attended Elite Weekend in Orlando. For three days, the girls attended workshops and listened to keynote speakers about the fundamentals of yearbooking. Yearbook staffs from across Florida came together to

present their ideas to a panel of Walsworth publishers. “Elite Weekend opened my eyes to learning new design techniques, photography skills and InDesign shorts,” Danielle said. “I also got to spend time bonding with the girls.” Elite Weekend gave the team the opportunity to gear up and receive the necessary feedback to improve their yearbook.

1. Mr. Aaron Gillego and the competition team stand behind the podium before competing in School Duel against other high schools. The students answered questions in a variety of trivia categories, from history to pop culture.

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2. Waving to a film camera, Isabelle “Izzy” Seckler ’19 smiles and introduces herself to the camera. “I’ve never been on television before so I felt special being in a real studio,” Izzy said.

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3. Sra. Patty Gómez’s AP Spanish heritage speakers class interacts with the sculptures outside the Pérez Art Museum. During the trip, they had the opportunity to learn more about their culture with their classmates.

4. The Spanish tour guide brings the students to a piece of digital art depicting men in ornate outfits. The students on the trip learned about both art and culture.

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Sra. Patty Gómez’s AP Spanish Language and Culture class for heritage speakers visited the Pérez Art Museum in Miami. “It taught me that art is all around us in our everyday lives,” Micaela Gutt ’21 said. The class took this trip to demonstrate how the arts

4 challenge and reflect cultural perspectives. They went on a private academic tour of the museum entirely in Spanish, helping them learn the language. This educational opportunity helped further extend students’ knowledge of Spanish culture. words by Emma Rende photos by Sra. Patty Gómez

COLLEGE counseling

Over February break, the College and Academic Advising Office offered students the oppurtunity to visit eight colleges: Drexel University, Georgetown University, George Washington University, Johns Hopkins University, Lehigh University, Princeton University, University of Maryland and University of Pennsylvania. The purpose of this trip was to see what a college campus is like and

to give students an idea of what they desire in a university. After being given the chance to ask questions and speak with an admission officer at each university, students were given tours. They also had the opportunity to see how their favorite activities manifested in college. “The trip provided great insight into what it was like to transition from high school to college,” Yasmina Issa ’20 said.

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5. Professional Limón instructor Mr. 6. Alexandra Valad ’19, Caroline Morrisey Daniel Lewis teaches the class a ’21 and Caroline Kotite ’22 mirror the combination. professional instructor’s moves.

Twelve members of the dance program embarked on a dance adventure to Little Haiti Cultural Center in Miami to learn new technique and choreography while immersing themselves in a different culture. Their new dance moves paralleled the new culture they encountered with Limón dance. In addition to the change in culture, this class was an opportunity for the dancers

to learn from a Limón master teacher, a specific kind of professional dance instructor. “Mr. Daniel Lewis, the instructor for the class and a prodigy of Modern master José Limón, was impressed by our dancers technique and willingness to learn,” dance instructor Mrs. Nikki AllredBoyd said. words by Cassandra Lawlor photos by Pine Crest School

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The inaugural class of the Science National Honors Society visited the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Miami. The students spent the day exploring a multitude of exhibits. They watched a night sky in the planetarium, pet stingrays and other marine animals in the touch tank and built a model of a parabolic arch in the design lab. Having the opportunity to interact with science in

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a hands-on setting inspired the juniors and seniors in the honors society to think of science as a subject in the real world. “There were so many innovative exhibits that allowed me and my classmates to experience science in an exciting way,” Elizabeth Baker ’19 said. “My favorite part was touching the stingrays in the touch tank and learning about different aquatic life.”

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A group of 11 AP Latin students took to the Big Apple in search of real-world manifestations of their classroom lessons. AP Latin teacher Mr. John Ricard led the trip, ensuring the students could easily connect the language with their sightseeing. The itinerary included a visit to the Bronx Zoo, a walk in Central Park, a visit to a coin museum and a wild night of karaoke. In New York, the trip took museum tours exclusively in Latin and saw artifacts connecting the language the students studied with its history.

Putting AP Latin in context allowed students who studied the language to experience learning outside the classroom. Additionally, they saw the many effects Latin has on the modern world, since it was such an important foundational language. “The New York trip was really exciting because our class was able to connect three and a half years of Latin culture and language and test our knowledge in one of the best, most diverse cities in the world,” Carley Blake ’19 said. words by Deborah Ades photos by Pine Crest School

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Working together, Gabriel Aguiar ’19 and Alexander Kos ’19 put together parts for their team’s robot. Consisting of 30 students, the various robotics teams built machines meant to tackle specific tasks in a competition arena.

1. Using an iron on felt, Alexander Kos ’19 prepares these materials to advance his creation. The iLab contained materials ranging from crayons to 3D printers to help students build anything they desired. 2. With a hot glue gun, Awoyemi “Yemi” Louis-Williams ’22 starts to assemble a spider. He decided to make this green insect for his project in the iLab.

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spending hours in the iLab building robots, the 30 robotics team members competed from September through April. One of the teams, Crown Joules, competed in four league competitions, two judging interviews and one State championship. However, to get to the championships, students had to put in the work. “We continually do training, teaching new students about the different aspects of robotics including mechanical, programming, electronics, electrical and CAD design,” robotics instructor Mr. David Ellich said. “Much like an athletic team, an emphasis is put on preparing for competition.” The first rounds of competitions were done at local schools and then if students advanced to States, they competed in Jacksonville. One of the teams, Crown Joules, began as an all-girls team, but expanded to meet an increased demand for robotics competition teams. “The central message of equality and

coming together to create something awesome remains,” Crown Joules cocaptain Shayne Pollock ’19 said. “Our team is always full of the quirkiest, most genuine and down-to-earth people.” Team members said they most enjoyed the trial and error involved in building the robots. From their hours spent with technology, they learned independence and problem solving. Often, they encountered coding and construction issues that they had to resolve themselves. Other than building robots, members of the robotics team built friendships with people who shared their interests. They also learned about themselves and their capabilities from spending time solving problems. “Girls on our team consistently tell us how happy they are they joined because they finally found true friends,” Shayne said. “Others gain a form of selfconfidence that you wouldn’t have known 3 they were even capable of when you first met them,” Pollock said. words by Julia Aronberg photos by Emma Gomez design by Crestian Staff

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4 3. Researching and cutting paper, Emily Davidovic ‘20 and Kelsey Barbar ’20 start to execute their project. Other than robotics, students came to the iLab for school projects, going through the process of making demos, constructing and placing final touches. 4. Freshmen Ethan Tucker, Drew Sananes and Connor Colton brainstorm their project. Even when it wasn’t required, some students used the iLab’s resources to elevate their projects for classes.

Freshmen Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Danielle Cornick and Jordanna Berger discuss their ideas in PC EDGE, a room designed to foster innovation and house TSA. The TSA team participated in over 30 different events at States, from coding to video game design. They took home two first places and over 15 other top 10 awards.

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Dedicated to Global Engagement is known to most students as PC EDGE: the home of entrepreneurship and the Technology Student Association (TSA). The think tank was designed entirely by students to give them a space to collaborate on STEM-related projects. The space includes floor to ceiling whiteboards, many stations for collaboration and items that foster creativity and brainstorming. “EDGE is a collaborative space that provides an opportunity for students to practice thinking outside the box and to find and solve problems that are not their own,” TSA sponsor and head of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mrs. Keri Kolettis said. “By focusing on others and what they need, our students will further develop empathy and hone their skills of innovation, perseverance and problem solving.” Much of this space is used throughout the year to come up with ideas for TSA projects and other entrepreneurial innovations. “I enjoy using the EDGE space because it allows me to brainstorm and develop my ideas fully for TSA competition,” Sarah Batta ’20 said. “It facilitates collaboration and has allowed me to exchange ideas with my teammates to make important project development decisions.”

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POETRY SPEAKER Sally BliumisDunn speaks about her poetry as part of the ICI Poetry Series. Dr. Jack Stewart’s English II Honors and Post-AP Fiction classes met Sally Bliumis-Dunn, the author of the collection of poetry they had been studying in class. In addition to hearing her poems read from her book Echolocation, students asked her questions.

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This experience allowed students to create deeper connections with the content they studied. “Ms. BliumisDunn was extremely candid about the experiences that she wrote about,” Kassidy Angelo ’19 said. “It was so interesting to listen to someone who was so passionate about connecting to her own stories in an artistic way.”

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MITOS LATINO-AMERICANOS With their mastery of the Spanish language, students in Sra. Patty Gómez’s AP Spanish class constructed a project unlike any that they had completed before: their very own four-story puppet show. Once they finished, they invited fourth grade students to come watch. To prepare, they first read Spanish myths and analyzed them. Next,

students constructed their own theaters from cardboard and other materials to display the puppets. Finally, they wrote scripts in Spanish and performed them. “My group and I really enjoyed getting to make the puppets and the theater for the show,” Maria Abello ’21 said. “It was really inspiring to see how engaged and excited the kids were to learn.”

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SHARK TAGGING Traveling to the Keys alongside the University of Miami Shark Research team, students in Marine Biology assisted the team in acquiring data for their research. Students were able to witness the UM researchers catch and tag the sharks to study their movement patterns. They collected DNA samples from the sharks they caught to help with the data. “It was a really rewarding experience because not only did we get to learn about the students’ research but we were able to be directly involved with their data collection,” Lauren Dawson-Scully ’20 said.

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ACLU PANEL Members of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) brought together a panel of politicians to speak at an assembly for the Upper School. With this opportunity, students interacted with their representatives by asking them questions and helped the voices of younger members of the community be heard. The

representatives that spoke on the panel included Boca Raton mayor Scott Singer, former Sen. George Lemieux, Rep. Ted Deutch, Judge Robin Rosenbaum and Judge Dorian Damoorgian. “The goal of our panel was to not let any voices go unheard and make sure that laws in the present day align with our individual rights,” Ariella Bernick ’21 said.

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Pine Crest School’s Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel Whitney WaltersSachs ’92 sits with Robin Rosenbaum ’84, a judge for the 11th Circuit in the U. S. Court of Appeals. These two Pine Crest alumnae have something in common: they support current students in their academic growth. In December, the PostAP Government and Politics “We the People” competition team had the opportunity to prepare arguments for and be judged by Mrs. WaltersSachs and Judge Rosenbaum in preparation for their State competition. Alumni helped out their school in many other ways. Some helped by mentoring, some brought words by Taylor Jones photo by Julia Karten

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CROSS SECTIONS PROJECT Utilizing their skills of integration and creativity, students in Mr. Angel Perez’s and Dr. Cynthia Wu’s AP Calculus AB classes worked together to find the volume of cross sections of different 3D shapes. Students calculated the volume of their given shape and function, and then constructed their model using an array of pipe cleaners. Students found ways to make their projects unique

Alumni return to the classroom to participate in events with current students. resources and connections to the community and most joined in to keep beloved traditions. “Our alumni are our ambassadors,” said Flynn Turner, Director of Alumni Relations and Programs. “They take their PC experience to their hometowns and into their professional and social networks and they bring back a wealth of talent and knowledge to support the goals and priorities of the school.” It was customary for alumni to visit the school during Homecoming, but at Pine Crest, they were active members of the community year-round, continuously giving back to the school that set them up for success in their careers and personal lives.

with an array of strategies and materials. Some used laser-cut acrylic shapes to create a model that lit up, and others stuck to a theme for their project, such as Hot Wheels. Sydney Solomon ‘20 described the project as tons of fun and said, “I think that this project was a great way to allow students to visualize the difficult concept of cross sections,” Sydney “Biddi” Solomon ’20 said.

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1. Playing the Mad Hatter, Arielle Rothenberg ’20 welcomes Alice, played by Jennifer Wolters ’19, to Wonderland at the tea party. The Mad Hatter and the other tea party attendants provided a comical relief to the audience. 2. Trying to focus on school, Lauren Shamie ’19 as Alice gets help from her teacher, played by Alexandra Valad ’19. Alice’s wandering mind prevented her from focusing and led her down the rabbit hole.

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3 3. Danielle O’Keefe ’21 plays the White Rabbit as she dances with the Queen’s cards, Sydney Stanley ’19, Arielle Rothenberg ’20, Julia Karten ’19, Elena Malchevskaya ’20, Sabrina Kreiss ’21, Madison Smith ’19, Megan McGinn ’20 and Peyton Stanley ’20. The White Rabbit worked for the Queen of Hearts and led Alice on her adventures in Wonderland. 4. Playing the Queen of Hearts, Julia Karten ’19 dances with her Knave of Hearts, played by guest artist Javier Riefkohl, in front of her royal court. The Queen ensured things went her way and became stubborn when they didn’t.

ALICE For the first time, the digital art class worked for a real client, ballet teacher Mrs. Courtney Teas, to create backdrops for the production of Alice in Wonderland. “Digital art is the fastest growing segment of artmaking in our industry today, which you see daily in the form of movies, video games, emojis, apps and advertising,” Mrs. Patricia Knight said. The animations added another special element to the show, incorporating computerized imagery and special effects into the performance. There are many ways to bring new art forms into all areas of life,

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Students used digital art techniques to enhance Alice in Wonderland.

and these students hoped to continue exploring the possibilities after seeing how their art could become interdisciplinary. “In previous art classes, we always made something basic, but in digital arts, you learn a technique and can apply it to many things quickly,” Ovik Das ’22 said. “You can manipulate your art as much as you want until you are satisfied with it and you can easily edit your mistakes.” words by Grace Hancock & Emma Feirstein photos by Ishani Singh words by Melissa Damasceno photos by Ishani Singh, Alexandra Giorno & Pine Crest School design by Crestian Staff

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the mysterious air of the moving caterpillar to the comedic angerfueled actions of the Queen of Hearts, this rendition of Alice in Wonderland kept audiences enthralled with Wonderland. With a brand new score and choreography, Alice in Wonderland allowed dancers to broaden their horizons and gain more experience. “Performing in an original ballet my senior year was an incredibly unique opportunity to dance out of my comfort zone and experience something entirely new,” Julia Karten ’19 said. Although rehearsals were long and sometimes strenuous, every dancer worked tirelessly to create a truly unforgettable performance. “Even though rehearsals could be really challenging and sometimes hard to get through, they helped me become closer with all of my castmates and feel more confident on stage,” Peyton Stanley ’20 said. While cast members perfected their choreography in Palmer Dance Studio, many

hands worked behind the scenes to create an immersive and captivating production. From a vibrant flower garden to an intimidating royal court plastered in bright red hearts, the backdrops, which were created by Mrs. Patricia Knight’s digital art students, helped elevate the performance. Also, parents and volunteers helped with sewing costumes, providing food and creating props. “The backdrops, the props and all the extra things are like the icing on the cake,” Program Director Mrs. Amy Cichoski said. “They add to the story and help keep the audience engaged.” A few days after closing night, dancers showcased the ballet at The Els Center of Excellence, a nonprofit school for children with autism in Jupiter, Florida. “Putting together and performing the adaptive show was truly an incredible experience,” Natalie Rubenstein ’20 said. “I think it’s necessary to recognize the beauty and importance of sharing fine arts with special audiences like these”.

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elective art classes to AP, there were various opportunities for every artist to explore topics of their choosing. In AP art, students chose a concentration to explore through different lenses and completed a breadth section to show their skill outside their chosen topic. Their portfolios were a comprehensive showing of what each student has accomplished during a given year. “My concentration is alchemy and my class and I have been assigned to create 12 pieces that reflect our breadth of capabilities: pencil, painting, drawing and exploring our chosen topic,” Vanessa Wildman ’20 said. “By the end of the year, I will invent a comprehensive portfolio of how I’ve progressed as an artist, not only for the College Board but for myself as well.” In AP 3D Studio Art, students

Working on an encaustic piece, Ashley Weymouth ’19 fans the wax with a hair dryer to spread it over the wood. Art students could enroll in a variety of classes to try different techniques, such as sculpture, drawing and painting and digital art.

used a variety of materials ranging from clay and wood to found objects such as trash from the beach and coins. However, before the AP level, all art students took prerequisite levels, such as Drawing and Painting. In Drawing and Painting II, student artists worked on their own version of Andy Warhol’s soup cans. Projects could be drawing and painting any object, such as sunflowers, paint cans and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Students used any materials to draw their projects such as paints, colored pencils, or markers. Art was much more than an elective to many. “In my opinion, I don’t think that enough people take advantage of it,” Maura Pliske ’20. “The teachers are so helpful and insightful and have helped me on my journey at Pine Crest. I very much recommend taking art here at school.”

3 1. Concentrating on an oil painting, Elizabeth Potter ’20 completes a piece for her breadth section with fine brushes to achieve intricate detail. 2. Using a neutral color to paint a still life of a vase and cup, Connor Bloch ’22 listens to music while he works. “Every day Mrs. Knight challenges me to create a new piece of art that is better than the last,” Connor said. 3. Visiting the Post-AP class, Alexa Strauch ‘19 illustrates the image of a young woman wearing a pink towel in her hair. She used fun, vibrant colors to bring her sketch to life.

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6. Mrs. Knight advises Mia Strempack ’22 on how to portray depth in her still life painting. Using an example, Ms. Knight pointed out some of the basic principles of art.

7. Using a pencil to sketch a cottage, Delaney Dardet ’20 looks at a photo for reference. Keeping the image to scale was a challenging component of drawing based off a photo.

7 4. Making a quick fix, Isaiah Ramsay ’22 draws with a pencil to correct his sketching on his still life. The students perfected their work down to the very last line.

images. The girls were involved in art classes for two and five years, respectively. Over that time frame, they learned many techniques.

5. Halle Rossnan ’20 and Samantha Heller ’20 entertain each other while drawing their

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The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards from the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers is a prestigious competition that recognized middle and high school students for their literary and artistic talent in a variety of creative styles and media. The nationwide competition received nearly 340,000 pieces throughout its 28 categories. Delaney Dardet ’20, Samantha Heller ’20, Joshua Koolik ’20, Natalie Klar ’19, Anabella Kupchik ’20, Maura Pliske ’20, Alana Van Woerkom ’20 and Vanessa Wildman ’20

Students won gold and silver keys for their submissions in the Scholastic Art Awards. were recognized for their original artwork. Their expertise and talent showcased through their artwork, allowing their pieces to stand out among the thousands of submissions. Art teacher and moral supporter Mr. Nino Ligouri helped them through every step of the creative process all the way through hitting “submit.” His artistic eye aided students in producing their best work possible, earning them national recognition. words by Olivia Pettee photo by Pine Crest School

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1. Natalie Klar ’19, Diamond, colored pencil. 2. Vanessa Wildman ’20, Meraki, pen. “My piece ‘Meraki,’ which translates to ‘when you love doing something, anything, so much that you put something of yourself into it,’ is meant to be an exploration upon who I am artistically and my selfimage,” Vanessa said.

3. Lily Hashemi ’20, Bridges, digital media. “I took the picture when I went to the Brooklyn Bridge, and I used Photoshop to manipulate the bridge to make it seem more geometric,” Lily said. 4. Maura Pliske ’20, True Love, colored pencil.“After my grandpa passed away in 2018, I wanted to improve my art,” Maura said. “My whole concentration is using pictures from my grandpa’s life that display emotion to show other people besides my family who he was.”

5. Joshua Koolik ’20, Heart (circle), linoleum print.“My concentration for AP 2D is anatomy and the human body,” Joshua said. “In this piece especially, I looked at a specific body part in a new way: through linoleum print.” 6. Delaney Dardet ’20, Clock, colored pencil.

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7. Brandon Watts ’19, The Heart Grows Fonder, acrylic. “The Heart Grows Fonder depicts how technology distracts us from what is actually happening in real life,” Brandon said. “I painted this piece in a Roy Lichtenstein-inspired style with a focus on bringing attention to this issue.” 8. Anabella Kupchik ’20, Beam, mixed media.

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10. Alexandra Carr, All Shook Up, recycled guitar. “I made this piece after realizing how much music plays a role in my life even though I have never played an instrument,” Alexandra said. “Having it in the background while I make art makes all the difference. The fact that I do not play an instrument but music still makes my life colorful is conveyed in the way that I cut apart a guitar, which a musician or guitar player could never do to their own piece.” ART GALLERY

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Most Upper School students have a passion that lightens their day and brings a smile to their faces. However, a small, distinguished group of students, including Samantha Gonzalez ’19, dedicated hours per week to their passions, allowing them to elevate their engagement and soar beyond expected limits. Participating in choir, orchestra and the musical, Samantha dedicated her Upper School experience to the arts, allowing her to express her creativity in different ways. “Musicals are my favorite because they incorporate all the ideas of fine arts, but I still want to broaden my horizons and play something new,” Samantha said. Her interdisciplinary approach towards the arts led her to sing and play the violin and piano. However, her role in many different fine arts placed a constraint on her time availability. “It’s been a little difficult because of the long rehearsals,” Samantha said. “If you are passionate about it, you should go for it because it’s worth staying up later or having to put a little more effort into your academics.”

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The performing arts allowed students to express themselves. Between musicals, plays, band and orchestra, Upper School students were given opportunities to develop as performers and musicians. However, commitment to the arts varied by student, with only a small minority choosing to participate in multiple arts. Throughout Upper School, Mark Rozencwaig ’19 participated in orchestra, chorus, jazz band, the musical, the play, Playing for Change and the ballet, demonstrating his devotion to the performing arts. “I’ve made long-lasting friendships with a whole assortment of talented people,” Mark said. “I love participating in arts to spend time with different casts and ensembles.” He said the balance between academics and arts was manageable, but said it was difficult to do all his arts and academics and still get enough sleep. “I like making friends, cracking jokes, working hard and putting on a great show,” Mark said. “People should do whatever they enjoy because, at the end of the day, it’s about having fun.”

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1. The freshman girls do some dynamic stretching to get themselves loose before their race. The novice regatta was the first race for many of the girls on

the team. 2. The boys’ freshman 8+ adjusts their seats and makes sure their shoes are tight. They warmed up for 45 minutes before their race started.

2 3. The girls slow down the slide on their recovery. They had a long race ahead of them as they made their way down the Charles River in Boston. 4. Coach Sarah Sullivan gives some last minute advice to the novice boat before they launch. The coaches helped

boats launch and dock before and after every race. 5. The girls’ 2V 8+ celebrates their win after beating South Orlando Rowing Association by less than a second. It was a tight race the entire way down the course, but Pine Crest pulled ahead in the sprint.

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In October, two 8+ boats traveled to Boston, Massachusetts to compete against crews from around the country in the annual Head of the Charles regatta. They trained many practices leading up to the race in what they called an “ergfest” to build up endurance and get used to the longer course. The training and the conditions tested them both physically and mentally. “The course was extremely

challenging because it was freezing and windy,” Amanda Klafter ’19 said. “I really had to trust my coxswain, my own muscle memory and all of the strength that I had built from ergfest because I could not feel my hands.” At the end of the regatta, the boys finished in the top half of all competitors, ensuring them a bid to return the next year.

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an eye on future goals of making Nationals, the team began the competition season on February 22 at the Sarasota Invitational, taking home 15 medals. The girls’ V8+ took first place with a 5:09.800 and the boys’ V8+ eight took second to Belen Jesuit in a close race with a time of 4:36.630. “We didn’t have any expectations and it hurt to lose by that little but it just motivated us to keep training harder,” Andres de la Puente ’20 said. During practice, the coaches steered the focus toward highintensity and endurance work, both on the erg and on the water. They emphasised the importance of practicing good technique and power to make racing more efficient. Coach Kristen Larson was focused on training a fast and highly competitive girls’ eight boat by the time championship season began. On the boys’ side, Coach Casey looked forward to

building the boys’ eight boat from a strong performance at Sarasota. For much of the freshman team, crew brought both new physical challenges and mental lessons. “Crew has been a lot of hard work but it has taught me to push my hardest and how to be a part of a team,” Jordanna Berger ’22 said. “It has truly been a fun and rewarding experience.” Though Lauren Rosenberg ’22 has been a member of the crew team for several years, she agreed that it has had a significant influence on her freshman experience. “Rowing as a freshman has been a really beneficial experience for me throughout this year,” she said. “It’s a good outlet for my stress and has helped me gain a lot of self discipline. It also introduced me to many new people, some in my grade and the grades above, who I have become really close friends with.”

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5 6. The freshman boys’ boat docks immediately after a race. Once the rowers completed their races, they returned their boats to land and began to prepare them for transport. The team took trailers of boats to each regatta.

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a successful season, the track team planned to outdo themselves and use their momentum to improve even more. Throughout the various competitions that the team attended, every runner, jumper and thrower worked towards individual and collective goals. “Track is motivating and fun because I have to push myself past my comfort zone for my teammates,” Elizabeth Brown ’19 said. However, there were many times where these kinds of accomplishments seemed out of reach, especially in terms of balancing different responsibilities. “It was hard for me to balance track with the play,” runner and High School Musical lead Sebastian Rukes ’19 said. “After

the play ended, I came back to track and felt behind. However, after a week of practices and encouragement from my teammates, I was even stronger than I was before. I owe this to my dedication to the sport as well as my teammates’ dedication to my success.” In addition to having many achievements by the end of the season, runners formed many new friendships. Freshmen joined the team this winter and were new to the sport, but they said they quickly found a place in the sport. “Track keeps me in shape, relieves my stress and gives me an opportunity to meet new people,” Kaylie Lawlor ’22 said. “I have met so many people this season who are now my best friends.”

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1 1. Luke Fatovic ’21 reaches the end of his mile as Jack Rizzo ’19 follows right behind him. They both set a personal record on the course. 2. Keeping a steady pace, Gabriel Ortega ’19 leads the group of runners. He stayed ahead of the pack in his mile race. 3. Gabriella Pearl ’19 throws the javelin over her head. Her 20.38 meter throw placed her fourth, just behind teammate Avery Kaufman ’21. 4. Using her momentum, Elaina Hamuy ’22 propels herself over the 1.70 meter bar during the Panther Relays. She worked all season towards her goal of 2.1 meters.

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completes his turn and releases the discus. He competed in both the shot put and open discus throw where he threw 6.79 and ’21 24.25 meters respectively.

5. Stuck in a tight race, Joshua Mahabeer ’21 tries to edge out his opponent. The crowd cheered him on as they approached the finish line.

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in a win, Emily Faulhaber ’20 passes the baton to Tsion Yared ’20 during the 4x400 meter relay race. The team overcame a 1.5 point deficit to claim the overall victory by half a point.

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It was all hands on deck to host and participate in the Panther Relays. With over 15 schools competing at Panther to volunteer for the team, helping with moving Relays, the track team hosted its biggest event of hurdles on and off the track and handing out the year. Not only does the size make it unique, waters to athletes who had just finished their but competitions team-like sentiment was more event. apparent than a typical track meet. Coach Paul Baur, Program Director and Head “Since track racing is usually such an individual Coach of Cross Country & Track, said the meet event, this style of relay meet is really unique and wouldn’t have been possible without its volunbuilds even more team spirit,” Amanda Schwartz teers. ’20 said. “It was definitely a team effort and it’s no The athletes were not the only ones who got wonder why we always have so many teams to participate in the team spirit. Many fans came come back each and every year,” he said. words by Cassandra Lawlor

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Fighting an intense battle, Ella Bishara ’22 tries to outsmart her opponent. She positioned herself in the right location so she could shoot the goal. Getting the ball from the defensive up to the attack required team effort.

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g r i t , a n d teamwork were all words emulated by the girls’ varsity lacrosse program. One of the team’s main goals was to develop chemistry after graduating 10 seniors from the program at the end of their 2018 season and adding an influx of new players. However, known across campus as one of the most wellbonded teams, they easily became friends. The key to success in introducing new players to the team was facilitating a friendly, yet competitive atmosphere so players could form meaningful bonds. “Our team has great chemistry,” Sophia Lehrman ’21 said. “We are all really good friends off the field which definitely contributes to our play.” Under the guidance of Coach

Eileen Pliske, the team conditioned and put in extensive work during practices, which was signified by the amount of courage and determination they displayed during every single one of their games. “Our style of play is unlike any other team around South Florida because we play as a unit and everyone is a part of the big picture,” Maura Pliske ’20 said. With major emphasis placed on working hard for each other and pushing their teammates to be their very best, every member of this program developed a mindset of selflessness on the field. “We are all extremely proud to play for Pine Crest and everyday when we practice it’s not just for ourselves as individuals, but for the Pine Crest team as a whole,” Chole Maister ’20 said.

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4 1. Thinking ahead, Ella Bishara ’22 employs a strategy for getting a shot at the goal. The opposing team made a barrier, making it harder for her to get an open shot. 2. Working to gain possession, Elizabeth Kaplan ’20 fights for the ball against the opposing team. Ella Bishara ’22 assisted her in scoring a point for the team. 3. Focusing on the defense, Alexis Logan ’21 tries to block the opposing team from scoring. Rose Rothschild ’19 ran towards her teammate, ready to help prevent the other team from scoring a goal. 4. Chloe Maister ’20 finds a way to free herself from the opposing team, getting hold of the ball. Upon gaining possesion, she sprinted as hard as she could towards the goal.

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5. Gazing down the field, Kyle Martin ’22 stays attentive to the events happening within the game. He helped his teammates by defending against the opposing player.

Focusing on warming up, Matthew Yellin ’21 drills with his teammates before the start of a game. They passed him the ball, and he began to practice his cradling skills. He was prepared to play against any challenge.

6. Warding off a defender from the opposing team, freshman midfielder Colby Geddis ’22 keeps the ball in his possesion. Looking to shoot a goal required expertise on techniques, effective timing and help from nearby teammates to secure the shot. 7. Ethan Rubenstein ’22 keeps his eye on the ball as he is about to pass it. The team counted on him to complete the pass and gain the extra distance.

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long, demanding practices to the tenacity shown on the field during competition, the boys’ varsity lacrosse team worked hard to make a name for themselves. Led by Coach George Harris, members of the team put in countless hours during preseason conditioning and in season practices in preparation for the difficult competition that the season would inevitably bring. “So far I think we are doing great,” Ethan Rubenstein ’22 said. “We started off the year pretty slow but since then we have been picking up speed and beating teams one by one.” The players said their season motto was “never satisfied,” and because the team entered every game with this mindset, they found success as the season progressed. These words

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echoed throughout the program and instilled in each player the concept of continuously pushing themselves and their teammates when in pursuit of their goals on the field. “No team in the district, region or state puts in as much work as us,” Baron Fisher ’22 said. “A game plan equals a win. We play to remain lonely at the top.” During games and practices, the team placed emphasis on playing with confidence and trusting each other on the field. Their motto was exemplified by the team’s commitment as they experienced the high and lows of the season together. “Everyone is all in, we won’t stop fighting until District 27 belongs to the Panthers again,” Joseph Angella ’20 said.

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Focused on the ball, Moira “Katherine” Minielly ’21 utilizes her backhand on the court. Members of the girls’ varsity tennis team honed in on a number of skills and techniques in order to maximize their efforts in their matches.

Amanda Klafter ’19 “I’ve used Babolat racquets my whole life so I’m biased, but they’re very good at shock absorption and feel really solid when I hit the ball.”

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girls’ varsity tennis team has been serving it up on the court. With 10 players on the team, the girls competed in matches consisting of five singles and two doubles games. Students trained every day to stay in shape and keep their stamina up. “A top level tennis player will practice approximately 20 hours per week,” Coach Kasey Hamaway said. “Training includes time on the court as well as fitness.” The team had many strengths and weaknesses; their strengths were derived from previous events as well as their devotion to play tennis. Throughout the season, they stayed motivated to win with a 5-2 record at the time of publication. “The strengths of the team are

in their USTA tennis tournament experience and their enthusiasm for the sport,” Coach Hamaway said. Even though tennis is an individual sport, the players stayed motivated by their team and the desire to represent their school the best they can. “I stay motivated by practicing and being able to see my improvement over time,” Moira “Katherine” Minielly ’21 said. The players cheered each other on at matches and they have bonded over the season. “My favorite part about playing tennis at Pine Crest is the team, and how we have fun together and support each other at the matches,” Katherine said.

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Strokes per Match

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70% Babolat

THIS THAT

30% Wilson

Diego D’Agostino ’19 “Federer > Nadal. That’s why.”

1. Jumping up off the court, David Lins ’20 determines when to hit the ball using an overhead forehand. He hit the ball with a strong force and won the match point against St. Andrews. The team won the meet with a score of 5-2.

Hoping to score a point, David Lins ’20 hits a forehand shot during his match. His strength and strategies eventually secured him a point in the match and help him win.

2. Andrew Pereversev ’21 bounces the ball to complete his pre-serve routine. He served the ball in a strategic spot to help him beat his opponent.

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in the heat with the sun scorching over them, the members of the boys’ varsity tennis team strided across the court. Every day after school, they committed to practice their backhands and forehands. They perfected serving until they could make strong, sharp moves to reach the tennis ball. Consisting of thirteen players from all four grades and one eighth grader, the team perfected their technique in order to benefit the team as whole. They sought to continue their streak in competing in States, so they had to push themselves to improve. “The best part of playing on the team is being able to play for your own school and compete against rival teams,” three-year varsity player Andrew Pereversev ’21 said. “The coaches are very supportive and helpful, especially

during tough moments in matches.” The chemistry of the team created a competitive atmosphere, which pushed each player to improve. With a team consisting of three seniors, four juniors, one sophomore, and four freshmen, they each brought a different skill set and experience level to the court. Before matches, the team stuck to their signature meal of fruit and bagels to fuel their game. “I look forward to tennis because it gives me peace and allows me to forget all the stresses of schools and activities,” Raj Kumar ’20 said, “and, of course, the bagels and fruit at every game and playing with the seniors.” With a backbone of support and a handful of pride, the boys’ tennis team gained mental toughness while earning wins.

4 3. Preparing to hit the ball, Jessica Goempel ’20 positions herself to hit the ball back over the net. She kept her eye on the ball as she moved across the court. 4. As she puts the ball in the throat of her racket, Emily Morgan ’21 winds up to strike the ball for a serve. She competed in the doubles category with fellow sophomore Katherine Minielly. words by Ana Bordin & Olivia Pettee photos by Maria Abello & Phoebe Ducote design by Crestian Staff

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Catcher Ryann Breault ’20 waits for the ball from freshman pitcher Ava Friesen. Ryann’s varsity career fielding percentage was 0.932, making her a strong asset for the team.

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1. Keeping herself low to the ground, Allison Trebbi ’19 positions herself to receive a ground ball. She watched the action and was ready to catch the ball when it rolled her way. 2. Saylee Nemade ’22 rotates at the end of her swing. She kept her eyes on the ball to try and get a good connection with the bat. 3. The team gathers at the pitcher’s mound to review their strategies before going back on the field to play. They cheered each other on and encouraged their abilities to gain more confidence on the field.

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standing up on the mound facing the opposing team, ready to throw a killer pitch. Although many students didn’t know as much about softball as they did about other sports, the girls’ softball team was a tough, tight-knit group of girls who worked together to grow as athletes and as friends. “I think we have a really good team dynamic,” Ashley Weymouth ’19 said. “Everyone gets along well and supports each other.” As a senior, she has been able to help the many new freshmen on the team develop their skills and learn the ropes of the sport.

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“I think my favorite part about the sport is seeing the players who aren’t as experienced getting to play or getting a good run or a good hit because it’s honestly fun to see their faces when they excel,” Sophia Haig ’21 said. Coach Mike Thompson led the team throughout the season and allowed the girls to enjoy practice and compete for fun. The softball players could be heard on West Campus with the most creative cheers, supporting each other both on and off the diamond.

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Among the many different sports represented by the student body, horseback riding and rodeo were some of the most esoteric. Out of the Upper School population, five students devoted hours of practice and traveled long distances to compete in their desired classes. Jacqueline Fogel ’20, Emilia Garcia Uribe ’22, Emmanuelle Greenberg ’22,

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Grace Sager ’21 and Britta Strain ’19. attended state-wide, countrywide and even international competitions. Each branch of competition required different judging, horses and practices. Some were timed, judged on appearance of the rider or judged on the appearance of the horse, but all required discipline outside of school hours.

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Raul Cepero ’20 lets his bat collide with the ball at full force. After batting, he ran to first base as quickly as possible, trying to outrun the opposing team’s fielding play.

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7 4. Catcher John Meany ‘19 closes his glove around the fastball. The interaction between the catcher and the pitcher was paramount in creating game strategies. 5. Huddling together, Joseph James Gray ’19, Christopher Russo ’19, Konrad Ehmke ’19 and Caleb Cyr ’20 celebrate winning the game against Coral Springs Charter. They fist bumped each other to show each other support. 6. Aiming for a perfect strike, pitcher Aaron Bloch ’19 lets the ball fly from his fingers. 7. Poised for action, Jackson Butler ‘21 prepares himself to run as fast as he can if the ball goes flying in his direction. words by Chelsea Thompson photos courtesy of Neil Meany design by Crestian Staff

long practices to the determination showcased during competition, the boys’ varsity baseball team has worked hard this past season to improve their synergy on the field. Throughout the season, they placed heavy emphasis on playing more for their teammates rather than for themselves, and this proved to be a driving force in their success. “As a team we work on team bonding and improving team unity,” Antonio Correa ’22 said. “We are constantly motivated by our end goal which is to win the District Championships.” Led by Coach Mike Green, players on the baseball team put in many hours during preseason condition

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and in season practices with the goal of being prepared for the difficult competition that the season would inevitably bring. “The team has really improved as the season has gone on and we have gotten really close,” Aaron Bloch ’19 said. “My teammates are what motivates me through games and practices because we all want to play for each other.” The season motto was, “bring the banner down,” referencing their goal of adding another championship year to their banner by winning Districts. Many of the players acknowledged the positive impact that these words have had on the team, helping them find motivation within these words.

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Isabella Casaretto ’22 pulls the rudder to steer the boat as Molly Schlesinger ’22 reaches for the rope. Team members worked in sync to improve their skills individually and as a team, allowing their boat to move as quickly as possible.

Bella shares how a summer camp turned into International Championships

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a growing and improving team, the sailing team conquered the season with a new group of sailors. Students who have been on the team for many years took on the responsibility of helping new teammates throughout the season. “I was really proud of new team members who demonstrated great tacks in our first reggatta, leading to a win,” said Isabella “Bella” Casaretto ’22, who has been sailing around the world for years. Like in any sport, teamwork in sailing was a major key to success. The seven students on the team all had to work together to reach their individual goals as well as the goals they had for the future of the team: making it to Districts next year. The team ranked 23rd in the South Atlantic Interscholastic Sailing

Association. Students practiced at the Fort Lauderdale Yacht Club on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 6:00 p.m. They worked on their physical and mental strength for optimal success. The sailing team had to be able to quickly adjust to unexpected conditions while on the water. Students have worked from August 22, and continued to put in the effort until the end of the season on May 23. “My first year of sailing was difficult because I had to work hard to learn about tacks and jibes and how regattas work,” Molly Schlesinger ’22 said, “but thanks to the experienced team members, I, as well as the rest of the team, improved greatly and hopefully will make it to Districts next year.”

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International Class

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At a summer camp at Lauderdale Yacht Club, Isabella “Bella” Casaretto ’22 began sailing when she was seven years old. She was drawn to the sport because of the competition and the exposure to nature. She advanced quickly and by the time she was 10 she began competing in regattas at an international level. Now, as an experienced sailor on the world stage, Bella explained what the atmosphere of the regattas was like. “The pressure gets really high, but most of all it’s really exciting to get to go out on the water in cool new places around the world,” Bella said. In July, Bella and her teammate Berta Puig finished second at Youth World Championships in the Girls’ 29er class. In October, she clinched her third consecutive win at the Orange Bowl. “I plan to go compete in college sailing and possibly do an Olympic campaign in the 49er fx class,” she said. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Bella Casaretto

Jumping to hit the volleyball, Dean Gordon ’22 aims to win a point against the opposing team. Daniel Rutstein ’22 and Hayden Gibson ’19 watched him from the bench and cheered him on.

1. Warming up before the game to play, the players run through drills and rally to lift their spirits. They led the game from the first set all the way to their win in the third set against the opposing St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders. 2. The team lifts their teammate Myles Guillaume ’22. “It’s a tradition for the team to lift the freshmen up at the beginning of them game to get us hype,” Myles said.

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SERVED

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near the end of February, the boys’ volleyball team jumped right into their season. Coached by Mr. Aaron Gillego, Mr. Wei-Hao Wu and Coach Preneat Wu, the team set a goal of further establishing the relatively new program. “Practices were demanding, but definitely rewarding,” returning player Zach Fiedler ’20 said. “Mr. Gillego, Mr. Wu and Coach Pre were awesome coaches.” The boys were no strangers to killer spikes, perfected passes and stellar sets. As the season wore on, players improved their technique, but they also began to realize how soon the seniors would give their bittersweet goodbyes. “I will miss the camaraderie and

volleyball itself as a sport,” senior captain Henry Pliske ’19 said. As one of the team’s captains, Henry said he appreciated having the opportunity to lead such talented players and enjoyed watching them develop their skills. John Herin ’19, also a captain along with Henry, reminisced on his personal memories as a member of the team. “We were down 2-0 against a school early in the season,” John said. “The way we rebounded as a team in the third set was really encouraging to see.” The boys’ dedication was evident on the court. They displayed grit, determination and enthusiasm at every match, regardless of any situation or outcome.

4 3. Throwing the ball in the air, libero Jonathan Shah ’19 begins a jump serve. His serve was an ace, preventing the other team from getting to the ball. 4. Preparing to receive the ball, Harold Bergner ’20 crouches down. Harold and his teammates practiced after school and occasionally were mentored by the girls’ volleyball team to perfect their skills.

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Concentrating his energy, George LeMieux ’21uses his upper body strength to complete a rep of the bench press. The weightlifting team won this meet, their only home meet of the season. They advanced to Districts and Regionals, placing fifth in the district.

FLEX

THOUGH

ZONE

the moment of lifting is very intense, weightlifting meets were quite the opposite. The atmosphere was casual as multiple events took place at once and teammates often cheered for each other. “As soon as you grab the barbell you lose sight of everything else,” George “Max” LeMieux ’21 said. “You get all the adrenaline of a football game in one single moment.” The feeling that the members experienced during their training is what drove them to push themselves and strengthen their muscles. Even though competing was fun and friendly, weightlifting requires immense skill. Training in the weight room took discipline, patience, countless reps and an overall mental toughness. “I love succeeding with the heaviest weights,” Andrew Amunategui ’20 said. “It’s fun to compete.” What made weightlifting different from other sports is that there was little to no

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room for mistakes. This challenge allowed members of the team to rise up. “You are the only thing that determines how well you perform,” Max said. “There is only one variable: you.” Another interesting factor in weightlifting is that progress and growth are easily tracked and completely objective. “That feeling of soreness after every practice is what keeps me going,” Antony Novak ’19 said. “In weightlifting, your body is straight up telling you that you’re growing and becoming better.” For some, being able to see improvement is what provided motivation. Weightlifters worked out in the weight room and pushed themselves at meets so they could see and feel their own improvement. “My motivation is just to be better,” Max said. “I can see that I lifted more one week than the previous and there is nothing denying that statistic. There is nothing more satisfying than objective improvement.” words by Emma Feirstein photos by Olivia Pettee and Pine Crest School design by Crestian Staff

2 1. Putting in the hard work, Antony Novak ’19 successfully does a clean and jerk with 175 pounds, helping his team win the home meet. 2. Taking a moment to catch their breath, George LeMieux ’21 and John Fishman ’21 discuss their strategy to beat American

Heritage. 3. Halfway there, Andrew Amunategui ’20 prepares to jerk a weight above his head after successfully cleaning it. 4. Showing his perfected form, Bryce Emanuel ’19 prepares to start his clean and jerk.

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Athletes

A special group of athletes spent their time in the Upper School advancing in their academics and improving at their respective sport. “For the fifth consecutive year, we have more than 20 student athletes who have committed to play a sport in college,” Athletic Director Jeff Johnson said. “Their dedication and hard work to get to this point is beyond commendable.” The countless early morning workouts, late study nights, and long practices ultimately paid off.

Meets

Weight Lifted (tons)

15.4

Brian Anderson

Football, Williams College

Madeleine Fowler

Volleyball, Rice University

Daniel Gale

Tennis, Yale University

Joseph James Gray

Baseball, University of Chicago

Alexa Jacques

Rowing, Harvard University

Luke Kessinger

Football, Butler University

Kadin Katsch

Football, Carnegie Mellon University

Natalie Klar

Soccer, Emory University

Cassandra Lawlor

Cross Country, Washington University in St. Louis

Alexandra Meszaros

Swimming, Washington University in St. Louis

Gabriel Ortega

Cross Country, Babson College

Jabari Owens

Cross Country, University of Chicago

Gabriella Pearl

Track & Field, Tufts University

Lauren Pollock

Rowing, Tufts University

Samantha Restrepo-Stier Softball, Clark University

Alexandra Rios

Rowing, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Christopher Russo

Baseball, University of Chicago

Molly See

Swimming, Bucknell University

Jacob Silberman

Swimming, Williams College

Ishani Singh

Diving, Yale University

Demi Snyder

Tennis, Harvard University

Aislinn Sullivan

Rowing, University of Pennsylvania

Associate trainer Ivan Delgado helps Jacob Silberman ’19 recover from muscle pain using e-stim. Trainers helped not only the athletes, but all students with any pain using the extensive equipment avalible.

The Fixer

UPPERS

BEHIND

every sports team are the hidden heroes who keep athletes injury-free and healthy. The sports training faculty made it their priority to ensure that every athlete at the school received the proper care they needed to be successful. Whether it was a major sprain or a small bruise, the trainers did their best to get every athlete ready for gametime. They always supported school teams and attended every athletic event at the school. Before a practice or game, it was common to see students in the trainer’s office receiving treatment for any kinds of injuries. “During my time at Pine Crest, I have been so fortunate to have Garrick and Ivan help with any injury I have faced,” Molly See ’19 said. “Between exercises, icing and many meets, my athletics would not be the same without them.” Ivan Delgado, one of the trainers on campus, was always willing to lend a helping hand. On a daily basis, he helped several students get treatment such as ankle wraps, biofreeze treatments or heat treatments, and then attended one of the many sporting events around school to help athletes on both teams prevent injuries before and during a game. The sports trainers were proud to help students improve and recover from injuries, providing great knowledge of sports medicine and injury prevention. Ultimately, the sports trainers loved helping the future generation of athletes and took great pride in the close bonds they formed with student athletes.

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Hannah Virgin

Swimming, Virginia Tech

Aliyah Watson

Diving, Duke University

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PINE MARCH 1

STUDENT V. FACULTY Teams of students and faculty members faced off in the annual Student v. Faculty basketball game. The score stayed close in the first half, but the students took control in the second half. However, with a sixpoint boost from announcer Mr. Adam Greenhut, the game ended in a tie.

MARCH 6

COLD WEATHER DAY The student body dressed down in jeans when Mr. Glen Pierson called an unexpected March cold weather day. “Certainly a March one was unexpected,” Mr. Pierson said. “I relied on Punxsutawny Phil who told us winter was over. Hard to criticize a groundhog though.”

MARCH 12

ANATOMAGE TABLES Virtual reality tables were introduced to the science curricula across Middle and Upper School on both Pine Crest campuses. The Anatomage tables allowed students to study human anatomy and perform virtual dissections, enhancing biology and anatomy classes.

MARCH 14-17

JAZZ BAND VISITS BOSTON The jazz band traveled to Boston to work on their skills alongside the MIT jazz band and reknown jazz artists Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten. The trip ended with a performance by the Atlas Soul Band at Harvard Square.

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NATIONAL POETRY AWARDS Ilana Hutzler ’20 smiles after winning recognition for her poetry. She won two gold keys, a silver key and two honorable mentions from the National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. She was also in the running for the American Voices Medal.

&theinWORLD MARCH 3

TORNANDOES IN THE SOUTHEAST The southeast U.S. experienced a series of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. In a span of six hours, 39 tornadoes touched down across the region, with the most in Alabama. One tornado that touched down near Beauregard, Alabama caused 23 casualties.

MARCH 7

DIVER RUNS IN WITH A WHALE Diver Rainer Schimpf was observing the annual sardine migration when he ended up inside of a Bryde’s whale’s mouth. The whale momentarily closed its mouth around the diver’s waist before releasing him, giving him a scare.

MARCH 7-13

VENEZUELA LOSES POWER Venezuela plunged into a humanitarian crisis when Guri Dam, the supplier of about 80% of the country’s energy, malfunctioned. This put thousands of patients at risk and created severe food and water shortages. Most of the country regained power after six days.

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MARCH 10

ETHIOPIAN PLANE CRASH A Boeing 737 Max 8 plane crashed about two hours away from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The crash killed all 157 passengers and crew members aboard the commercial flight. Countries around the world grounded the same plane model within days of the crash due to software concerns.

MARCH 12

WORLD WIDE WEB TURNS 30 The World Wide Web turned 30 years old. Its invention revolutionized the world by creating communication pathways between people around the world. Its founder Tim Berners-Lee first proposed the idea to provide a platform for knowledge.

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TURNED 85 1. Student athletes spend countless hours at practices and games on Best Field.

2. The Ingham Bridge connects the academic side of campus to the athletic side. 3. The Kelly Boathouse is home to the rowing team and many ergs.

4. The George McMillan Nature Trail connects the lake to the boathouse. 5. Students pass Lake Leone to go to practice, watch football games or get their car. 6. The parking garage is the students’ and teachers’ first and last place on campus. 7. Students hurry down the garage stairs to get to their first period class.

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The following pages show a collection of 85 spaces, big and small, that have housed the memories of Pine Crest community members through generations.

FROM 1934 TO 2019

Throughout 85 years, many people worked together. Lives connected. Generations intertwined themselves with memories that shape this place many call home. Until 2001, active dorms housed students who invested their days in classes and extracurriculars and their nights studying and living. In 1965, the school moved to its current location in Fort Lauderdale where three years later, Stacy Gym was built. Inside, student athletes have spent their days working toward and dreaming about scoring threepointers in overtime. In 1987, Pine Crest School expanded to include its second campus in Boca Raton, complete with brick-lined columns and a matching Bell Tower. In 2019, its combined 65 acres of buildings and fields were the connecting point for 2,635 students from pre-K to 12th grade and 272 teachers. A well-rounded experience was the norm for all, with 99 sports teams and 1,092 student musicians. The

hallways buzzed with creativity and passion. As the school readied to graduate the 205 talented and innovative students of the Class of 2019, and with 8,300 alumni living and working around the world, Upper School protagonists of the day looked back and cherished the rich history of Pine Crest. “I have always heard from my parents and teachers of the privilege of being a PC student,” Shiraz Shiff ’20 said. “I now understand how big of a privilege it really is: I am known and loved. It’s the privilege of family.” In 85 years, the school changed, grew and adapted to the times, not to keep up, but to lead. In addition to fully engaging in academics, arts and sports, in 2019 its students explored the possibilities technology offered in three iLabs and opened new paths in its ten robotic teams. They did all this while keeping true to the school’s original ideals of advancing education, character and leadership.

8. Seniors express their creativity by decorating their parking spots.

9. Security guards greet both guests and community members as they enter campus. 10. Passing the playground brings back memories of recess. aerial photos by Benjamin Pierce design and artistry by Ishani Singh & Alexandra Giorno words and photos by Crestian Staff

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11. Those who use bikes to commute to school drop them off at the rack.

12. This mosaic in the Lower School marks Pine Crest’s 50th anniversary.

13. In full bloom, the orchid garden in the Rand Corridor is a serene sight.

14. Students plant veggies and flowers in the Pine Crest Organic Garden.

15. Across from the Hudson Library, this sculpture depicts children reading Tarzan.

16. The green panther in the Lower School courtyard invites children to sit.

17. Lower schoolers exhibit their work for passersby in the main hallway.

18. The McPhail Fountain in front of the cafeteria is a nice place on a sunny day.

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is at the heart of milestones and achievements. Every day, students walked to the Upper School with brisk steps. Full of enthusiasm and determination. Ready to tackle the intellectual puzzles of the day.

19. The Malinchak Family Tennis Center hosts practices and matches for athletes. 20. Dr. Dana Markham’s words inspire students and faculty who most need them. 21. The Bell Tower is Pine Crest’s signature building, housing the main administration offices. 22. High above campus, the American flag waves on a cloudy day.

23. The Pine Crest Security car guards the Bell Tower entrance of the school. 24. Mrs. Sarah Vatland orders lunch in the cafeteria, the powerhouse of the school. 25. Every Friday, the cafeteria adds Nutella for an extra boost of fun and sugar. 26. If students need extra uniforms, the Panther Closet is there to save the day. 27. The Panther mural by the arts buildings is a visual representation of school spirit. CELEBRATING TRADITION

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28. On a sunny day, students hang out on the benches by the Vangeloff Fountain. 29. During Florida winter, students and faculty lounge in the Morris Family Courtyard. 30. Palm trees serve as makeshift art galleries around the Upper School. 31. Mr. Glen Pierson completes work in his ceramic beetlecovered office.

MOTIVATION

to discover, to contribute and to be of service kept 832 Upper School students moving forward from classroom to classroom.

32. When Mr. Wei-Hao Wu’s students leave, he presents them with this carrot so they return. 33. From club meetings to TEDxTalks, the student body gathers in the ICI Lecture Hall. 34. Mary Ellen’s cookies are their own food group on campus.

35. Dr. Dana Markham’s quote inspires students hanging out in the Union. 36. As the legend goes, if your campus doesn’t have special squirrels, it isn’t complete.

37. Bell Tower gate

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38. Lightning Alarm sign

39. Yearbook room

40. Language wing flags

41. The Stacy Chapel

42. Stacy Auditorium benches

43. Stage pit

44. Fine Arts picnic tables

61. Students study and doodle on the math wing whiteboard walls.

60. The Legacy Project adorns the wall of the language wing.

59. When students miss a test, they visit the make up testing room.

58. The atrium is a place for the club fair and to simply hang out.

57. During free periods, students visit the area behind the stairs to play ping-pong. 56. Dancers practice ballet, contemporary and jazz in the Palmer Dance Studio. 55. The cast of the play leaves their mark by signing the fine arts signing wall. 54. Mr. Richard English checks laptops into tech, ready to solve problems.

SUPPORT

from teachers and friends helped obstacles fade away.

45. Guardabassi Art Gallery

46. The sculpture room

47. The debate room in the Union

53. Students can always find a quiet place to study during the day in the ICI Library.

48. Third floor landing

49. History wing map

50. Giant chess set

51. Yellow slips

52. Spirit Store

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69. Blosser Art Gallery

68. Fish tank

67. Anatomage table

66. PC EDGE

65. iLab

70. A letter from King Henry III adorns a display case in the Blosser Art Gallery. 71. Seniors can always be found studying on the senior chairs in the Egan Library.

64. Upper School picnic tables

63. Student lockers

62. Welcome sign

A CELEBRATION

Thanks to the innovative vision of Dr. Mae McMillan, the inspiring past, the bright present and the promise of an exciting future converge every day to keep the community moving forward. Happy 85th Birthday to Pine Crest School.

72. The Hall of Fame displays the names of honored alumni athletes. 73. Swimmers and divers can always be found training in the Woodson Pool. 74. Teammates decorate senior lockers with balloons for Senior Night. 75. Trophy cases hold team awards from past championships. 76. Sports records are displayed on the walls of Stacy Gym. 77. Student athletes help their muscles recover by going to the trainer.

78. Munsey Gym

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79. Brandon Knight Training Center

80. Diving dryland

81. Ice machine

82. Banks Field

83. Track & field records

84. The track on Banks Field

The 85. Wittich Family Fountain

from the

PAST OLDEST living ALUMNA VICTORIA MOTT GAREY ’43 known

As a member of the graduating class of 1943, 93-year-oldVictoria Mott Garey ’43 is the oldest known living alumna of Pine Crest School. She said her most memorable moments in school were her interactions with school founder Dr. Mae McMillan. “Mrs. McMillan would come and say to me ‘Haven’t you been in the study hall long enough? Why don’t you go to the tennis courts?’ and it was probably just what I needed,” Mrs. Garey said. Though much has changed since she was a

student, the core values of the school remain the same. “I was inspired by Mrs. McMillan and by the whole attitude of the teachers at the school,” Mrs. Garey said. “I loved Pine Crest.” Mrs. Garey went on to attend Florida State University and University of Texas. In 1950, Mrs. Garey received a Master’s degree from the Princeton Theological Seminary. A few words to her fellow Panthers today: “Learn a lot and keep high self esteem,” she said. words by Olivia Pettee

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Throughout his 13 years at Pine Crest, Jabari Owens ’19 represented his school from the Best Field track to the Stacy Auditorium stage. “Nothing really compares to the feeling you get when you’re on the stage about to perform, even with hours of practice,” Jabari said. Not only has Jabari performed at the state level, but he also ran on both the cross country and track team. “From running, I’ve learned to have a strong mental block that I can apply to anything else in life,” he said.

Between playing the flute, working behind the camera for PCTV and coxing at crew, Gabrielle “Gabby” Khoriaty ’20 balanced many disparate activities. As a freshman, Gabby became involved in as many school activities as she could. However, after starting out as a rower her freshman year, she transitioned to being a coxswain. “You never know what your true passion is going to be until you try something,” she said. “If I had just stuck to one thing, I never would have learned how much I love the others.”

Bridging the gap between fine arts and sports, Louise “Lulu” Ingham ’22 found benefits in both. “I really like the fine arts because it provides a different way to express yourself,” Lulu said. She also has played lacrosse for five years, and she said her work with the fine arts has improved her sports. “Ballet benefits lacrosse because you need agility for both,” she said.“All this involvement is definitely worth the hard work because it keeps me well-rounded as a person.”

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Handing in a reading comprehension test, Joshua Vlessing ’20 expresses his confidence to Mr. Jared Lemole in preparation for the AP Literature exam in May. Besides communicating about assignments, students bantered with Mr. Lemole about their lives. Throughout the year students confided in their teachers when they needed advice.

Seeing your friends every morning in the Union. Starting the day on the right foot. You help each other with homework. During free periods, you talk about anything. They make you feel a million times better. So do Mary Ellen’s cookies. Blasting music by the fountain during

Homecoming. Getting through the hard days.

Helping anyone who needs it.

You drop your pencil case, but someone gathers your pens and pencils with you. Sitting in the math wing doing your homework. When

CalcChat can’t even help, your teacher passes by and solves it with you. Supporting your

peers outside of class. Cheering from the

bleachers as they score a goal. Inviting your teachers to watch your senior night. Paying it forward. Finding a laptop and returning it to its owner.

Creating a positive

environment. Lounging outside with friends on a cool,

sunny day. Stress relief. Leaning on teachers and friends.

COLLABORATION moves us forward

class of

The freshmen celebrate their class’ second place finish in ultimate rock paper scissors, a new addition to gym games. Players hopped through hula hoops to face off in rock paper scissors, with the winner advancing towards the other grade’s side. At the end of homecoming week, the freshmen had a total of 2,979 points, leaving them in fourth place.

WALKING

into the Union for the first time as high schoolers, the freshmen were struck with awe. However, as the Class of 2022 progressed through freshman year, its members grew more accustomed to high school, from trying their first Mary Ellen cookies to figuring out the best ways to study for chem tests. “At first, high school looked kind of overwhelming, but after getting to know more about it, I knew that I would have a lot more opportunities to do what I want to do,” Anthony Bland ’22 said. “Once I got here though, I realized that I would have to work a lot harder than I had before.” The new freshman class got the first taste of their workload for the next four years during the required GDCC and Health classes, which many students took over the summer. “GDCC was a lot of work, but it really helped me feel more comfortable once classes actually started,” Caroline Mederos ’22 said. Additionally, students used the class trip to Universal to form new friendships and get to know the people with whom they would go through Upper School. After the trip, the freshmen came together as

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a class and were prepared for the next four years of high school. Between studying for AP Human Geography and memorizing the elements of the periodic table, they learned how to balance the work from their rigorous courses. “At first, the amount of work they had was an adjustment from Middle School, but now I feel like they’re learning how to properly manage their time,” said freshman Spanish teacher Sra. Vivian Guefen. However, on the first day of school when the Class of 2022 joined Upper School, many freshmen did not know how the older students would feel about them, but after a few days, students realized that the upperclassmen had all been in their shoes. “Honestly, I was a little intimidated by them,” Karly Burnstein ’22 said, “but I realized that they’re actually super nice and are always going to be there to help.” Over the years, freshmen have proven to be more than just the new members of the Upper School. With a myriad of sports, clubs, and different organizations to get involved in, each student found a place where their unique strengths would propel them to greatness. words by Melissa Damasceno photo by Ishani Singh

COMMUNITY FRESHMEN

Zaid Abuhamda Camila Agudelo Jolie Albinder Nicolas Amunategui Julia Aronberg Ashley Aronson Mary Beighley Jordanna Berger Jeremy Berkun Charles Berman Kathryn Bernstein Ella Bishara Kelli Blake Anthony Bland Connor Bloch Tyler Bodenweber Alexandra Bodmer Denae Boothe Melika Borujerdi Piper Braden Karly Burnstein Alessandra Burtin Josie Cahn Isabella Casaretto Dario Cassera Marisa Cefola Christopher Chen Daniel Cohen Ethan Cohen Connor Colton Christopher Conklin Danielle Cornick Antonio Correa Chase Cueto Melissa Damasceno Ovik Das Alexander Davidov Spencer Davimos CLASS OF 2022

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FROM

morning practice, to afternoons, to weekends, Lara Jones ’22 said she relies on SUPPORT from her swimming teammates. “It’s such a great thing that every day during practice we’re always cheering each other on,” Lara said. “We encourage each other getting through hard sets, and we always make it to the end of the day.” She said having a POSITIVE OUTLOOK about swimming gives her the MOTIVATION to continue the sport. “I feel like every time I go to practice, it always makes me feel good about myself,” she said. “I tell myself I just had a great practice so I can keep Andrew Delimitros Wyatt Denhard Nikita Dua Maxwell Dudak Kelly Dunne Carys Edwards Leah Ellison Noam Erez Luke Farlie Aidan Feeney Luc Ferrara Thomas Ferro Jordan Fiedel Nina Firic Baron Fisher Hannah Fowler Dylan Friedland Steven Friedman Sydney Friedman Ava Friesen Jake Fucci

Leonardo Rastelli Galebe Emilia Garcia Uribe Colby Geddis

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going another day.” She also said swimming serves as a stress release mechanism. “When I’m stressed out I’ll just go to practice after school and I won’t have to think about all the homework I have,” Lara said. “I can just FOCUS on swimming and not have my mind on anything else.” Lara attributes her success to the atmosphere around her, and she said the school has helped her grow since her transfer in eighth grade. “I think that it’s a great school because we’re able to be academically challenged and also EXCEL in our sports,” Lara said.

Delaney Gertz Sarrah Ghadiali Shaurnav Ghosh Alexa Gleiber Holden Goldberg Lauren Goldman Emma Goldstein Priscilla Gomes Emma Gómez Gregory Gorbachev Dean Gordon Victoria Gordon Maxwell Gorn Sara Gotkin Erin Gotlieb Isabella Grau Lucas Green Emmanuelle Greenberg Julia Guilfu Myles Guillaume Denny Gulia-Janovski Elaina Hamuy Grace Hancock

SINCE

as early as he can remember, Owen Medrano ’22 has been playing tennis. He said he enjoys tennis because it’s FUN and competitive, and this competitive aspect is what keeps him MOTIVATED. He likes to see where he is in comparison to others, which helps improve his game. Additionally, Owen said having a POSITIVE MINDSET throughout any situation is the most imporant aspect of tennis. “In tennis, if you start thinking negative thoughts, then your game goes out the door,” he said.

Owen said when he has a setback during a tennis match and finds it difficult to stay positive, he tries to take his mind off of it. “Just forget about it,” he said. “It can’t weigh you down too much.” Not only is Owen a tennis player, but he is also part of the orchestra and jazz band, playing the bass and electric bass. He attributes his ability to BALANCE HIS RESPONSIBILITIES to time management and planning ahead. “Some things you have to sacrifice,” Owen said. “It’s a lot about thinking ahead and planning what you have to do.”

words by Ayesha Minhas & Emma Gómez photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

Annabelle Harvey

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Jessica Haykov Charles Hazleton Camryn Herman Trevor Hofmann Cameron Honig Spencer Howe Louise Ingham Mitchell Jacobs Raj Jain Mia James Olivia Johnson-Nunez Lara Jones Taylor Jones Sterling Kalogeras Jack Karasin Simon Kassman Scott Kean Payton Kennelly Allyson Keyes Matthew Khoriaty Roman Khosa Joshua Klafter Courtney Klar Haley Kleinman Bruce Kolettis Caroline Kotite Luke Kreysar Ryan Kronrad Benjamin Krut Emily Kus Victor Lago Kaylie Lawlor Daniella Levitis Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song Esther Lin Olga Lisabet

favorite

YOUTUBER 47.0%

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2.3% 20.5% 30.3%

TANA MONGEAU JAMES CHARLES BUZZFEED UNSOLVED SHANE DAWSON

HIGH SCHOOL BUCKET LIST get into

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make good

MEMORIES

Ally Lo Re Joshua Loewenstern Sophia Lomasky Awoyemi Louis-Williams Ashton Mahfood Nathan Malkin Jake Malis Kayla Marcus Kyle Martin Isaac Martinez Espejo Ashlyn McGinn Elizabeth McMahan Caroline Mederos Owen Medrano Kevin Mendez Taylor Metz Ayesha Minhas Estefania Monserratt Harrison Mullen Jack Nagle Saylee Nemade Connor Ockerman Ellis Osborn Ronald Paez Avinash Patel Alexis Peddy Adam Peles Oliver Perez Dimitri Pezaris Kelly Pinilla CLASS OF 2022

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FRESHMEN Daniel Queen “My burning passion for success”

Zaria Pirani Matthew Prevor Daniel Queen Julian Quetgles Isaiah Ramsay Ivey Rao Ava Rechter Emma Rende John Ricotta Riley Robertson Lauren Rosenberg Ethan Rubenstein Daniel Rutstein Enzo Sampaio Andrew Sananes Rishabh Sandhu Samantha Sandow Molly Schlesinger Skyler Servillas Kyra Servoss Sloan Shade Leonardo Simon Isaac Singer Lakshmi Singh Camden Smith Hanna Elks Smith Lucas Soria Brianna Spatz Liyeri Spyredes Alex Stern

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Kelli Blake “My unfinished homework”

shared what

Michael Valdes “Gains”

in the

MORNING Emmanuelle Greenberg “Iced coffee from the Union (specifically the vanilla cappuccino)”

Enzo Sampaio “My alarm and not missing my bus”

Arianna Varvoutis “Getting to drink my coffee and take my dog on a walk”

Mia Strempack Natalie Tadla Ella Tannenbaum Ella Taub Cianna Tejada Justinsoye Thomas Amen Thompson Ausar Thompson Chelsea Thompson Ethan Tucker Justin Vainder Michael Valdes Victoria van Woerkom Sophia Varughese Arianna Varvoutis Alyssa Vasserman Emilia Velasquez Michael Viera Jade Volper Alexandra von Kahle Maximilian von Kahle Benjamin Wakefield Bailey Watson Mason Weisfisch Malcolm Wigder Asher Wites Daniel Yaari of the freshman class took their yearbook picture

Catherine Zaki Erick Zepeda Maxim Gluhovskoi* *not pictured

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2022 class of

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TYLER

The secret to success in mastering academics and athletics: persistence and resilience Tyler Bodenweber ’22 exudes drive and determination through both his lacrosse and his academics. He said lacrosse provides a fun break from his academic life, allowing him to momentarily free his mind from stress. “I get to focus on just playing lacrosse, and nothing else really matters at that moment,” Tyler said. “So it’s just good to escape from the stress.” Although he remains ultimately positive, he said he turns to his family for his constant motivation. “My family plays a major role in my success; my parents definitely push me to do my best,” he said. When Tyler encounters setbacks, he said he takes a step back and looks for the best way to overcome them. “Whenever I do poorly or fail, I am always looking at what I did wrong and what led to that failure so I don’t make that mistake twice,” Tyler said. Tyler said that managing his time helped him find a middle ground between his academics and lacrosse. “I have learned time management,”Tyler said. “The teachers, they give you so much freedom, yet they expect you to do your greatest. You need to be able to manage your time wisely.” words by Emilia Velasquez photos by Alexandra Giorno

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33.3% Jansport

Fjällräven Kånken

FAVORITE

87.9% of freshmen will have their

BACKPACK

14.4%

Under Armour

38.6% Herschel

by the end of the school year

Nicolas Amunategui, Isaac Martinez and Tyler Bodenweber cheer on their grade during Food Games, dressed as ESPN for the first day of Homecoming.

Nicolas Amunategui, Luc Noam Erez works on Ferrara, Antonio Correa and Sidewalk Chalk outside her Ethan Rubenstein dance in their class’ hallway. Powderpuff performance. photos by Emma Gomez, Ishani Singh, Maria Abello, Alexandra Giorno & Megan Guido design by Ishani Singh

Lacrosse player and eager student Learn about perseverance and optimism. From working hard in her classes to for the varsity lacrosse team as a freshman. persevering through practice, Chelsea Thompson Through difficult scenarios, Chelsea said she ’22 drives herself to be the best she can be in keeps an optimistic mindset because she knows everything she does. Chelsea has been playing in the end it will give her skills that will help her lacrosse for almost nine years and it has become become the best person and student athlete she a huge part of who she is. can be. “I know that there is always room for “For the few years that I have been here, improvement,” Chelsea said. “There’s always I have learned that it’s a very competitive room to grow and get better at it, and I think that’s atmosphere and that everyone at this school is what keeps me so committed and passionate very hardworking,” Chelsea said. “I think that has instilled in me the desire to maintain a competitive about the things I do.” She knows exactly how hard she has to work edge. It’s made me want to work hard, so I am to pursue some of her ambitions, such as playing able to compete with the best of the best.”

words by Taylor Jones photos by Alexandra Giorno

How many do the

freshmen

PLAY?

45.5%

38.6%

number of at

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CREST 12.9% 3.0% ZERO SIBLINGS

Zero One

Kelly Dunne and John Ricotta lip sync to “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey. *all survey results out of 132 people

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Alexis Peddy, Lara Jones, Liyeri Spyredes and Michael Valdes compete in tug-of-war against the seniors.

Alyssa Vasserman covers Ryan Kronrad’s Scott Kean, Dean Gordon, Nicolas Amunategui, Isaac Martinez, Antonio Correa, Luc Ferrara head in shaving cream for the Cheeto and Ethan Rubenstein perform flips during Toss. Powderpuff halftime.

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The sophomores celebrate after winning Ultimate Rock Paper Scissors, a new addition to gym games. StuCo opted to add this game after a video of students playing it went viral on social media. At the end of the week, the sophomores finished in third place overall with 6,297 points.

MOVING

up on the high school totem pole, the sophomores returned to school knowing the ins and outs of high school. With this knowledge, members of the Class of 2021 stepped outside their comfort zones to advance their courseload from their freshman year and increase their roles in extracurricular activities, all while enjoying the advantages of being one year older. “This year’s workload has been much more than last year’s but I have been able to manage it by using my time at school,” Kaylee Greenberg ’21 said. “I have found that being an athlete, the less time I have, the more efficient I am.” Throughout the year, sophomores could be found in the Union hanging out with friends or in the library studying for APUSH tests. They dealt with the year’s increased workload through better time management and finding strategies that worked for their own needs. “Going to extra help and taking a break when it is well deserved gets me through each day,” Sarah Schwartz ’21 said. Although the sophomores met an increased workload, they were also more accustomed to high school life, so they found they could enjoy it more. This mindset especially manifested during homecoming week, since the sophomores had already gone through homecoming once and were prepared to organize their efforts for activities.

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Dressed as theme park tourists and Cartoon Network characters, the sophomores turned the Math Wing hallway and their section of the gym into a sea of blue. Sophomore class president Joshua Perper said the homecoming week activities were difficult to organize, but it was worth it, especially when he helped the sophomores win the Lip Sync Battle, a new addition to homecoming week in which two members of each class performed songs in front of the high school student body without preparation. “During our board meeting, myself and my board members decided that the two people who could pull the lip sync off the best and the funniest were Luke Fatovic and I,” Joshua said. “As sophomore class president, it was a little nerve-racking for me because I didn’t want to let my classmates down.” However, he didn’t let them down, as the sophomores won the inaugural Lip Sync Battle. Throughout the week, the sophomores let loose and enjoyed the friendly competition, but after, they returned to focusing on their learning. Between classes, practices and rehearsals, they moved forward with the year and learned more. The sophomores spent the year trying out activities and getting more involved in their school work, so when the year ended, they were prepared for junior year. words by Lauren Fromkin & Madeline O’Mahoney photo by Ishani Singh

Joshua Abbott Maria Abello Benjamin Alboucrek David Alkon Owen Andreas Reed Andreas Isabella Arabia Danielle Asnis Jason Babayev Kirian Babourine Alexandra Bancroft Mynda Barenholtz Bridget Barry Spencer Bauman Michael Becker Camille Belanger Flora Beleznay Benjamin Berger Natalie Berman Connor Berne Ariella Bernick Hailey Bharadwa Abby Blaze Griffin Bodenweber Camila Bogarin Anthony Bonfiglio Ana Bordin Benjamin Brodsky Alix Brudner Ari Burns Jackson Butler Maya Cacenco Alicia Caceres Alec Cantor Eros Carpio Valerie Carver Justin Cassius Haley Cisewski John Coon CLASS OF 2021

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Gretchen Montgomery “I take it as a lesson, and then try again.”

Alesia De Armas-Kucich Isabella de Souza Amanda Dear Charles Del Vecchio Daniella Donshik Phoebe Ducote Shreya Dutta Abigail Edwards Maya El-Sharif Cameron Fallah Luke Fatovic Emma Feirstein Rebecca Fernandez Isabelle Ferrando John Fishman Ethan Flores Alana Friedlander Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle Kiara Garcia Luca Georgescu Sean Gershman G. Leo Ghiloni Marielle Goldschlag Mary Goncharenko Maya Gottlieb Sophia Grau Kaylee Greenberg Carly Gumberg Daniel Gurfel Micaela Gutt

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shared how

their

Amogh Sriranga “I work harder and harder.”

Reed Andreas “By working harder because failure is a sign that success is around the corner”

Olivia Morris “By fixing them”

Andrew Pereverzev “If I take an L, I go and take another one. Why? ’Cuz everyone knows two Ls make a W.”

Isabelle Ferrando “By finding creative ways to solve problems” photos by Ishani Singh design by Crestian Staff

Alexa Hackman Sophia Haig Riley Haligman Nina Hamuy Joshua Hanks Maya Harpaz Benjamin Harvey Dean Heller Daniel Hennelly Jourdan Henry Karene Hermon Ignacio Hinestrosa Lauren Howe Ariana Hull Madeline Hurt Giovanna Imperiale Zackary Isaacson Camille Issa Kyle Jacques Maya Jarolem Luke Joannou Dominic Johnson Nellie Johnson Langdon Jones Venice Junger Marlie Kahan Jonathan Kahn Arielle Kaplan Max Karmin Avery Kaufman CLASS OF 2021

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STICKING

to dance and school work, Caroline Morrissey ’21 said she is determined to improve, even through difficult scenarios. “I stay COMMITTED to dance because even though it can be really hard, it can be very rewarding when I make progress or when I get to perform,” Caroline said. She said she finds MOTIVATION in varying her routine so she continues to be excited with her activities. “I do many different types of dance so I keep learning new things and never get bored,” she said. She said struggling is the key to SUCCEEDING and the DETERMINATION she gets from overcoming failures is invaluable because it motivates her Marcus Kaufman Theodore Kirkpatrick William Kirschner Ester Kislin Jade Klacko Ilan Klimberg Christos Kokinakos John Kolettis Jake Kone Justin Koolik Sydney Kornfeld Adam Korsunsky Brett Korsunsky Madison Kozel Samuel Krassan Sabrina Kreiss Skylar Kronrad Ryan Krusch Elliot Kupchik Marc Lazarus Sophia Lehrman George LeMieux Alexandra Liff Alexis Logan

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to keep pushing herself forward. “When I’m faced with an obstacle I try to take it one step at a time until I’ve worked the problem out,” Caroline said. “For instance, if I have a really busy week ahead of me, I make a list of things I have to do so I know what exactly I have to get done and how much progress I’ve made.” Additionally, she said she turns to her friends and family to help her PUSH THROUGH difficult situations. “Regardless of whether I’m going through a good time or a rough time, my family and friends are always there to support me in whatever I’m doing and help me if I ever have too much on my plate,” Caroline said. words by Taylor Jones & Danielle Weisfisch photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

Nina Long Joshua Lopez Pryce Markson Brandon Marsh Daniel Marsh Alyssa Mazer Taylor McClain Emma Mignocchi Moira Minielly Lily Mintz Gretchen Montgomery Emily Morgan Jeremy Morris Olivia Morris Caroline Morrissey Jacob Moss Judith Murciano Olivia Musa Connor Norris Chase O’Brien Danielle O’Keefe Jacob Oletsky Madeline O’Mahoney Tarini Padmanabhan

SINCE

he was eight years old, Eros Carpio ’21 has been playing basketball. He said it is a way to relieve stress after WORKING HARD in school. “Basketball gets all the things that are bothering me off my mind,” Eros said. “Every time that ball bounces it’s like music to my ears.” He said he turns towards basketball when he needs a distraction from his busy days, and success in the sport keeps him going. The most defining moment in his life was scoring 26 points on the varsity team in his freshman year, which he words by Karene Hermon photos by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

said taught him that anything is achievable with MOTIVATION and DETERMINATION. “When I achieve my goals, I congratulate myself and nothing else,” he said. “I remind myself to stay humble.” When he encounters failures, Eros keeps the same HUMBLE MINDSET, trying to improve from past mistakes. “I learn from my failures by identifying what led me to that failure, and then I make sure not to do it again and keep moving forward,” he said. “The perfect mindset is to remain POSITIVE because you have to remember setbacks are only temporary.”

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Saanvi Paharia Daria Peppler Brianna Perez Maxwell Perlman Joshua Perper Benjamin Petri Henrik Polatsek Reagan Provo Nino Pusateri Alexander Ramsden Alayka Reddy Claire Reich Sophia Reich Andrés Restrepo Pedro Magarão Ribeiro Preston Riley Adam Rodriguez Samuel Rosenthal Finn Roventini Michelle Rubin Neil Sachdeva Grace Sager Samantha Salem John Santarelli Marshal Schepps Erin Schwartz Sarah Schwartz Ari Segal Colin Servoss Alyssa Sherman Suttyn Simon Rachel Simpson Andrea Sin Amogh Sriranga Michael Staller Katie Stewart Sierra Stocker Haley Strauch Gavin Sullivan Siddharth Sundararaman Emma Svendsen Daniela Tejada

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MARY ELLEN

+ FOUR times 1.1%

How many times did sophomores go to the student store each day?

TWOTHREE times

ZEROONE times

33.7%

65.2%

Jason Tsang Yuvraj Tuli Jonathan Valdes Simone Vale Matthew Vega Aidan Veghte Daniella Vine Alina Virga Cara Virgin Chelsea Watts Jack Weiner Michael Wexler Alexander Wilentz Jonathan Williams Sarah Wittich Donovan Wu Nadezhda Yanova Mahdere Yared Matthew Yellin Alexis Zammiello Jett Zimmerman of the sophomore class took their yearbook picture

Andrew Pereverzev* Eden Williams* *not pictured

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class of

How many did the

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PLAY?

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BIOLOGY

WEST CAMPUS PARKING DRIVER’S LICENSE

VARSITY SPORTS

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62.9%

14.6% 18%

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4.5%

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Maya Gottlieb and Giovanna Imperiale rep their class color during the pep rally.

Friend, rower and computer scientist Learn about the life of a student athlete. Although she said she was always athletic my free periods really well to get all my in Middle School, it wasn’t until after Mary homework done to make sure I don’t have Elizabeth “M.E.” Gabrielle ’21 spent her tons of work at night to do,” M.E. said. This allows her to get enough sleep to seventh grade summer rowing by the school work out well at morning practice. However, boathouse that she fell in love with a sport. “I keep involved with crew because I just she said she couldn’t even get to morning love the team aspect of it,” M.E. said. “I’m practice without her family. “My family’s really supportive and I can’t becoming so close with all the people on the drive yet so my family always drives me to team.” M.E. has crew practice six days a week and morning practice,” M.E. said. morning practice in the weight room two days She said her family plays an integral role a week, so she said the most important lesson in her success and credits her interpersonal crew taught her is how to prioritize her time. relationships with giving her motivation for “I always make sure to use my time during both school and crew.

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Olivia Musa and Carly Gumberg rock with the green and roll with the white.

words by Fatima Minhas photos by Alexandra Giorno

Chess player and pianist Learn what makes a leader. Ever since chess caught his eye as a fifth grader, chess moves. Donovan Wu ’21 has nurtured a growing interest in “For about two years I wasn’t making any progress the game, eventually prompting him to co-found a in chess so I practiced my tactics and improved my club for chess lovers to gather during his freshman openings a bit and I was able to up my ranking by a year. few hundred points,” Donovan said. Now, his co-founder is in college, and Donovan He said that his improvement in chess came from said that his new position as the sole leader of the a change in his attitude. He began to analyze and club taught him a lot about time management. follow his past chess maneuvers to identify where “I have to make the most use of my time wherever he could improve, which put him ahead of his I am,” Donovan said. “I break all my time into chunks competition. so I can finish everything, take a five minute break, “You need to be organized and keep track of everything you’re doing,” Donovan said. “If you don’t and keep going on.” He said this chunk strategy helps him learn do that, you’re going to end up behind.” material ranging from school work to competitive

GRADE SAVERS

Students share their favorite app for school

words by Madeline O’Mahoney photos by Ishani Singh

Ignacio Hinestrosa, Benjamin Petri, Justin Cassius and John Fishman reference their freshman Powderpuff dance in formation.

3.6%

62.9% Schoology

Mathway

33.7% Quizlet

0.0% Notes

Nellie Johnson, Chelsea Watts, Jourdan Henry and Joshua Perper and Luke Daniela Tejada focuses on Justin Koolik sings “Say You Jonathan Valdes hold their ground during tug-of-war. Won’t Let Go” by James Fatovic hype up the crowd getting an Oreo into her during the Lip Sync Battle. mouth during Food Games. Arthur at Playing for Change.

FAMILY TIES

How many siblings do the sophomores have at Pine Crest?

of sophomores had a

PARKING SPOT

76.4%

do not

*all survey results out of 89 people photos by Maria Abello, Alexandra Giorno, Megan Guido, Lily Hashemi, Venice Junger, Allison Trebbi & Ishani Singh design by Ishani Singh & Alexandra Giorno

42.7% zero siblings

two siblings

48.3%

2.2%

one sibling

6.8%

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The juniors encourage their grade to show spirit during the pep rally. Juniors on the football team led their class by starting different chants for them to follow. At the end of homecoming week, they won second place with 7,604 points.

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Vision. The juniors embodied these words written on their class t-shirts, pushing through classwork and finding enjoyment during a year characterized for an elevated courseload combined with standardized testing. Many juniors could be seen rushing around lab holding test tubes of solutions for AP Chem, working through derivatives together in the math wing for AP Calc and carefully reviewing with each other in the history wing for AP Gov Pol, complete with color-coded notes and flashcards. In addition to new AP courses came the new responsibility of preparing for standardized tests. Many juniors could be seen in the cubicles in the back of the library hunched over fill-in-the-bubble sheets, trying to remember the correct usage of “whom” for the SAT and ACT. Although this essential year of high school is infamous for its stress, many juniors found that the key to a successful year was through time management and remembering to make time for other extracurriculars. “I make sure to include working out in the weight room and getting a run in every day because it helps me be more productive when I’m at home,” Joshua Mahabeer ’20 said.

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However, juniors were most excited for their new roles during homecoming week: finally being able to play in the powderpuff game. The game between the juniors and seniors was an intense and impressive battle, and the juniors left the field victorious, calling their side of the field the “2020 zone.” “I was so glad that I got to participate in powderpuff this year,” Sydney Solomon ’20 said. “It will definitely be one of my most memorable experiences of high school.” Although the festivities of homecoming week occured amidst many tests and projects for the junior class, they did not let any of those get in the way of one of the most cherished times of the year. Hungry for the spirit stick, the Class of 2020 transformed the English Wing into the orange “2020 zone.” Orange streamers draped across the hallway while junior artists drew anything from a fiery orange dragon to Guy Fieri in chalk on the third floor. The year marked new experiences for juniors, from parking in the garage to juggling multiple APs. “I have accomplished so much this year that I am extremely proud of,” Liza Goldstone ’20 said. “This year has been full of experiences that have better prepared me, as well as the other members of the Class of 2020, for our futures in college.” words by Catrina Reyes photo by Ishani Singh

Lucas Abrams Cesar Ades Sofia Alkon Lola Aloia Andrew Amunategui Joseph Angella Lorrie Axelrod Aashay Badgamia Gavin Banta Kelsey Barbar Julia Barr Sarika Batta Juan Beaufrand Frank Belette Maya Beleznay Ella Bergner Harold Bergner Alexis Bernstein Gwyneth Bishara Derek Blandford Mia Blavatnik Burke Bloom Lauren Blostein Rachel Botting Tiana Brannan Ryann Breault Elizabeth Buehl Matthew Buehl Layla Can Alexandra Carr Ana Casado Giuliana Cascarano Raul Cepero Evan Cholerton Andrew Chung Brooke Cordoba Caleb Cyr Delaney Dardet Emily Davidovic Lauren Dawson-Scully Andres De La Puente Taylor Dezell CLASS OF 2020

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their

discussed how they

photos by Ishani Singh design by Crestian Staff

Olivia Winnick “By working hard in and out of school to achieve my goals”

Ryan Dudak James Dudgeon Omer Erez Emily Faulhaber Zoe Fermanian Zachary Fiedler Grant Fields Samantha Finkelberg Clayton Finney Camryn Fischer Jacqueline Fogel Samuel Fruit Stefano Rastelli Galebe Joshua Gellman Robert Genovese Anthony Gerard Brooke Gilbert Samara Ginsberg Dylan Glatt Jessica Goempel Alan Goff Ashley Gold Jacob Goldberg Zachary Goldstein Liza Goldstone Julia Gordon Rayna Gordon Graham Gotlieb Jared Gould Brooke Greenfield

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Dylan Glatt “I want to pursue business/economics, so I take challenging math classes and Mic Mac.”

Mia Blavatnik “I am interested in psychology so I took the class this year.”

Jordan Zietz “I take a large variety of classes and explore many different topics both in and out of school.”

Ella Bergner “When it comes time to apply to college, I want to be able to get into the college of my choice.”

Raj Kumar “This has driven me to take an advanced math class and an advanced science class.”

Joshua Grover Justin Guilfu Alaina Ham Elizabeth Ham Michael Harbaugh Ashlyn Harrison James Hart Kevin Harvey Lily Hashemi Natalia Hauser Katherine Heatzig Samantha Heller Taryn Herman Isabelle Hill Edwin Hoffman Bill Hung Ilana Hutzler Heaven Infinity Yasmina Issa Jason Jacobs Rhea Jain Lauren James Ethan Jones Elizabeth Kaplan Brandon Karp Ryan Karp Kaitlyn Keenan Jaimin Khakhria Eldar Khismatullin Gabrielle Khoriaty CLASS OF 2020

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AMONG

her daily dance themselves. In the fall, Arielle classes, rigorous began a dance competition team schedule and other activities, to perform during halftime at Arielle Rothenberg ’20 has school basketball games. She also mastered the art of remaining danced for the Hip-Hop Club FOCUSED, but keeping it up has not during homecoming week and played the role of a cheerleader in always been easy. Arielle said she dabbled in a High School Musical. Off the stage, she said she variety of sports and activities as a kid, none of which seemed to MAINTAINS her sense of motivation inspire her. One day, her dance by focusing on enjoying what she teacher announced that they does rather than focusing on the were starting a competition team, result. Her key to success when which sparked her curiosity and she finds it hard to get started on a project or learn a new dance is began her PASSION for dance. “I knew that was something having an incentive and sticking I wanted to be a part of,” Arielle to it. “I think rewards are great said. “So, from then on dance has been my favorite activity and I’m MOTIVATION to complete goals,” still committed to it today because Arielle said. “Whether they’re I really just love to perform.” small (like a bowl of ice cream She said she uses dance as after finishing homework, which an outlet not only to relieve I use quite frequently!) or big, stress, but also to give others they are great incentives to get the opportunity to express you started and WORKING HARD.” Amanda Klayman Joshua Koolik Elvis Kotikovski Juliette Koval Blake Kravitz Raj Kumar Ai Kumar Shono Anabella Kupchik Madhuri Lalwani Ethan Leifert David Lins Inti Louis-Williams Joshua Mahabeer Chloe Maister Elena Malchevskaya Jason Manassa Adeel Markatia Mallory Marrero Leah Martinez

Danna Martinez Espejo Anthony Marzouca Jano Massler Francesco Mastriana Megan McGinn

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Chase Medrano Madison Metz Ezra Mishkel Gabriel Moncau Ryan Morris Matthew Mulhall Daniela Muñoz David Nakhamkin Nikhil Narwani Jessica Nedry Ethan Oaks Sajani Panchal Peter Perri Grace Pettee Olivia Pettee Michael Phillips Brence Platner Maura Pliske Dimitri Politano Elizabeth Potter Enrico Pradines William Prevor Zachary Printz Tristan Pyle

AFTER

attending his older brother’s debate tournaments, Jason Jacobs ’20 decided to give the activity a try. A few years later, he now competes in many tournaments around the country and qualified for the Tournament of Champions, which features some of the best debate teams in the country. “Debate has taught me that because it’s hard to prepare for everything, you have to have specific skills and then be able to use those skills in certain situations,” Jason said. “You can’t be ready for everything, but you can have a baseline set of skills that you can apply to anything.” Jason said he is DRIVEN by his desire to EXCEL and thoroughly understands how hard he must

work in PURSUIT of his goals. He began high school competing in one style of debate and then switched, which he said taught him the VALUE of hard work. “After my debate partner graduated, I decided to switch debate styles,” Jason said, “so I really tried to catch up by outworking people.” However, he said PLANNING strategies outweighs knowing material and he can always turn to finding creative ways to plan debates, even if he is unsure of the content. “I think a lot more about strategy and less so about writing a ton down,” he said. “It’s more about thinking ahead.” words by Chelsea Thompson photo by Alexandra Giorno design by Crestian Staff

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Alice Rau Jacob Reich Catrina Reyes Jacob Rosen Halle Rossnan Arielle Rothenberg Emily Roy Natalie Rubenstein Rafael Salazar-Paranhos Sarah Sanda Andrea Santander Gabriel Sareli Amanda Schwartz Lauren Scott Eli Seiner Owen Seiner Annalise Selden Blake Selesnick Jolie Shapiro Shiraz Shiff Jestine Siegel Salomé Slatkoff Rachel Snyder Sydney Solomon Sydney Spector Lea Srebrenik Peyton Stanley Katherine Sullivan Edon Tamir Jordan Taney

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0.0%

20.5%

30.3%

KIND REGARDS, BEST, SINCERELY, THANKS,

best way to

a good night’s sleep

45.1%

STAYAWAKE coffee

37.5%

5-hour Energy

9.7%

tea

7.6% Erika Temprano Johnny Thraum Connor Tomchin Elizabeth Torregrosa Christian Urbanek Alana van Woerkom Jordan Vital Devon Vitale Joshua Vlessing Spencer Waldshan Denae Ward Danielle Weisfisch Erin Wiegman Vanessa Wildman Benjamin Wilen Ari Wilson Olivia Winnick Tsion Yared Sydni Zfira Jordan Zietz Ryan Zimmerman

of the junior class took their yearbook picture

Clarissa Zisman Daniel Garcia* Sophia Jafri* *not pictured

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1. Members of the Powderpuff team pose for a selfie to celebrate their 12-0 win against the seniors. 2. Burke Bloom, Chase Medrano, Graham Gotlieb, Joshua Vlessing, Ryan Zimmerman, Raul Cepero, Andrew Amunategui and Joseph Angella perform their winning Powderpuff halftime dance. 3. Arielle Rothenberg, Tsion Yared, Edwin Hoffman, Elizabeth Buehl and Katherine Sullivan arrange orange decorations in their hallway.

what was the

MUSIC STREAMING

best

spotify

63.9%

apple music

33.3%

soundcloud

2.1%

tidal

0.7%

Learn how Evan effectively blends two of his passions: politics and computer science. Evan Cholerton ’20 said he has a passion for political science and hopes to major in computer science upon entering college. Evan said he gears himself towards becoming more adept in the subjects he’s most passionate about. “I like to work backwards sometimes,” Evan said. “I tend to think in terms of what the goal I’m trying to accomplish is, and I take into consideration where I am right now and where I need to be, and I try to fill in the steps to get me there as best I can.” Evan said he values managing his time effectively, as well as fully committing himself to the tasks he needs to complete, as he knows that this mindset will ultimately lead to the best results. He said he is also in the process of developing a website based politics and humanities, and has expressed a thorough interest in this project since it combines two of his passions, politics and computer science. “If you are really doing something that you feel passionate about, even if it’s not for college and it’s not for service hours, you’re going to really want to do that and you are going to feel great knowing that you accomplished something that you love to do,” Evan said.

words by Chelsea Thompson photos by Alexandra Giorno

61.8% what were the

juniors

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PROCRASTINATION

20.1%

PHONE ADDICTION

9.7% 8.3%

“like”

SAYING “LIKE” TOO MUCH BINGE WATCHING NETFLIX

photos by Julia Karten, Lily Hashemi, Megan Guido & Emma Gomez design by Ishani Singh *all survey results out of 144 people

5 4. Grace Pettee watches as Tsion Yared and Elizabeth Kaplan high five each other due to Mr. Glen Pierson’s flag on the seniors’ play. 5. Annalise Selden, Rayna Gordon, Grace Pettee, Emily Davidovic, Megan McGinn, Katherine Sullivan, Jordan Vital and Jestine Siegel cheer from the sidelines during the Powderpuff game.

31.9% one sibling

SIBLINGS

54.9%

2020 class of

AT PINE CREST

12.5% two siblings

0.7%

three+ siblings

zero siblings

juniors

How many

did the juniors

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Student, rower, cheerleader and activist. Yazzy does it all. As a cheerleader, rower, and activist, Yasmina “Yazzy” Issa ’20 can be found nearly everywhere on campus. Having been a cheerleader since sixth grade, Yazzy has always been extremely passionate about supporting athletics on campus. Yazzy said cheerleading provides a means for her to socialize with others and work as a team, something that she enjoys. During crew season, Yazzy can be found rowing and exercising with her teammates. Crew provides her with an opportunity to work as a team and get better from those around her. Whether it’s in the gym, on the boat, or in the classroom, Yazzy is always trying to take advantage of the opportunities around her. As a board member of several activism clubs, including the Gay Straight Alliance, the Gender

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Equality Club, and the Young Democrats Club, Yazzy is able to pursue her passion in attaining equality for all. She feels that these clubs allow her to remain active on campus and promote her political views. Yazzy thanks her parents for inciting her interest in activism and politics and points to the 2016 election as a point that caused her to become involved in politics. The election influenced her to sign up for many political clubs and voice her opinion. As an only child, Yazzy understands how important it is to take advantage of all opportunities available. She says that her teammates and friends always encourage her to be the best version of herself, offering some friendly competition that only makes her stronger. She greatly appreciates all that her friends do for her. CLASS OF 2020

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AFTER

much anticipation, members of the Class of 2019 commenced the year, looking forward to taking an active role in senior traditions they had been witnessing since their freshman year while experiencing both excitement and worry from the prospects of the college process. The year began with the annual Senior Sunrise, which served as a symbol of the dawn of the seniors’ final year of high school. “Everything is a ‘special last’ for the seniors, and it’s great to have amazing traditions like Senior Sunrise to help serve as a reminder of that,” said senior class sponsor Mrs. Trish Everett. Some of senior year’s most popular traditions included dressing up for Halloween and wearing college shirts after December. “It’s cool being at the top of the school after waiting so long for it,” Hannah Maister ’19 said. However, the seniors most looked forward to homecoming week. As soon as the week began, “Black and Yellow” by Wiz Khalifa could be heard blasting throughout the day in honor of the senior class colors. The seniors fought hard to earn spirit points throughout the week, winning most gym games and hallway decorations with their Pac-Man-themed creation. “Homecoming week was fun all the way through and ended in the best way possible,”

Drew Morris ’19 said, referring to the seniors’ triumph of winning the Spirit Stick. Yet, senior year was not all fun and games. After homecoming week, the Class of 2019 returned to working on their college applications. The seniors became more and more anxious about making various decisions about the college process, while also completing school work and extracurricular activities. “I’m kind of nervous for getting decisions back from universities because obviously no one wants to be rejected,” senior Zia Pirani said, “but I know that in the end, I will end up at the right college for me. I’ll be really relieved when the application process is over.” Overall, the seniors found ways to cope with the stress of college applications and enjoy their final year of high school. From December until April, college decisions rolled in, and once the seniors finished with their college applications, they were able to relax and enjoy the final traditions of high school. From Grad Bash to college t-shirt day to prom, their final days of high school passed by until graduation. “I have made some great memories, but I’m truly looking forward to graduation so I can experience new events and meet new people,” Cayleigh Pine ’19 said. words by Fatima Minhas design by Alexandra Giorno

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Adrian Abedon

“To be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late, to be late is to be forgotten.” -Elin Hilderbrand

Salma Abuhambda

“We’re adults. When did that happen? And how do we make it stop?” -Meredith Grey, Grey’s Anatomy

Deborah Ades

“You fight good.” -General Li Shang, Mulan

Gabriel Aguiar

“I envy the lights, for they hang from the ceiling.” -Gabriel Moncau

Brian Anderson

“Oh, so we’re using our made up names... Then I’m Spider-Man.” -Spider-Man, Avengers Infinity War

Kassidy Angelo

“I will not let anyone walk through my mind with their dirty feet.” -Mahatma Gandhi

Andrew Asnis

“Less morose and more present Dwell on my gifts for a second, a moment One solar flare, we’re consumed So why not?” -Frank Ocean

Elizabeth Baker

“You have to think to yourself: ‘In 20 years, is this quote going to embarrass me?’” -Jared Lemole

Silvia Ballivian

“I can’t cry about having a lot on my plate when my goal was to eat.” -Unknown

Ross Bauman “Crushed It.” -Fat Amy, Pitch Perfect

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Julian Bazo

“I’m out there, Jerry, and I’m LOVIN’ every minute of it!” -Cosmo Kramer, Seinfeld

Steven Becker

“Never let success get to your head and never let failure get to your heart.” -Zaid K. Abdelnour

Mason Berger

“An apple a day keeps anyone away, if you throw it hard enough.” -Stephen Colbert

Ethan Berman

“Sorry losers and haters, but my I.Q. is one of the highest -and you all know it! Please don’t feel so stupid or insecure, it’s not your fault.” -Donald Trump

Benjamin Bernstein

“Have you ever wondered if there was more to life, other than being really, really, ridiculously good looking?” -Derek Zoolander, Zoolander

Carley Blake

“Welcome to the real world. It sucks. You’re gonna love it!” -Monica Geller, Friends

Aaron Bloch

“If you’re going to play at all, you’re out to win. Baseball, board games, playing Jeopardy, I hate to lose.” -Derek Jeter

Zachary Blostein

“I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.” -Jimmy Dean

Daniel Bolja

“Dang, Bolja stole my girl again.” -Everyone

Niles Boothe

“You can catch flies with honey, but you can catch more honeys bein’ fly.” -Unknown

Julia Borisiak

“There are some days when I think I am going to die from an overdose of satisfaction.” -Salvador Dali

Austin Brattli

“This calls for a cocktail weenie.” -Austin Moon, Austin and Ally

Elizabeth Brown

“I shall create a new world for myself.” -Frédéric Chopin

Dominic Carrera

“Unga bunga bunga!” -Bugs Bunny, Looney Toons

Rodrigo Castellon

“Being productive is learning to deal with the monkey in your head.” -C.G.P. Grey

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Ashleigh Clark

“The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.” -Ayn Rand

Avita Clarke

“Walls turned sideways are bridges.” -Angela Davis

Gillian Cohen

“Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” -Forrest Gump, Forrest Gump

Catherine Conklin

“Money can’t buy happiness, but it can buy Taco Bell, which is basically the same thing.” -Unknown

Hailee Cono

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” -Ferris Bueller

Eli Couture

“In this world you either crank that soulja boy or it cranks you.” -Soulja Boy

CLASS OF 2019

words by Emma Feirstein photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

THROUGH

a passion for music that extends beyond the stage and infuses itself into every aspect of her life, Sarah Rodriguez ’19 said she always strives to do better and reflect on her past experiences. “I compete with myself to bring out the best that I can,” Sarah said. “I reflect and think of the things that went right and see how I can apply that.” Sarah has always had an inclination towards singing, saying she took her first voice lessons when she was just three years old. Since then, her love for music has grown into an outlet for her to get through tough moments. “Whenever I feel stressed or stuck I just pick a song and sing it,” she said. “It calms me down and helps get that creative side out of me if I really need ideas.” Sarah used the power of music during a service trip to Ecuador. She said she wrote a song for the people in the village she stayed in, which helped transcend cultural barriers. “Even though I couldn’t speak as well with them as I could with somebody else that speaks English, I was able to connect with the people through music and singing,” Sarah said. “That experience was like no other.” Additionally, Sarah co-chaired Playing for Change. She said she was drawn in by its mission to donate all proceeds to a charity of the chairs’ choice. “The fact that we could perform, which is something I love, and do it for a good cause just appealed to me right away,” Sarah said. “I was like, okay, I have to do this.” When she encounters setbacks, she doesn’t let them stop her, and she said she takes every challenge as an opportunity. “Setbacks get me to perform better next time, by maybe being more confident in the song, and maybe trying a different song that I feel even more comfortable with,” Sarah said. “I think it was necessary for me to have a rough moment, or even outside of school, a rough performance for me to get better from there.”

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the day wanes towards a close, Wyatt Ross ’19 tinkers in the iLab; in the early morning, Wyatt tinkers in the iLab; late at night, Wyatt tinkers in the iLab. He said he spends most of his free time in the iLab because he wants to be remembered for his focus on robotics, but he wasn’t always this geared towards the activity. “I started off high school in various clubs and band, but I quickly dropped other extracurricular activities for robotics because I found it interesting and wanted to learn more,” Wyatt said. He said people should always stick to their passions and try to focus on their favorite activities to get the most out of their time, and that people can go more in-depth

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with their activities if they choose to concentrate their efforts on a few of them. “Students should focus on one, maybe two, things at a time,” Wyatt said. His technological critical thinking skills allow him to solve difficult problems and help other students in the iLab. Following his interest in trailblazing technology, he said his post-high school goals are to help people through technological innovation, possibly in Silicon Valley. “I find cutting-edge technology immensely interesting and I want to contribute to the progress of technology,” Wyatt said. words by Owen Seiner photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

Nina Couture

“I call my horse Mayo and sometimes Mayo neighs.” -Unknown

Diego D’Agostino

“Before you ask, no. I don’t have a cousin named Dora.” -Diego D’Agostino

Evan Dash

“Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. That way, you’ll be a mile from them, and you’ll have their shoes.” -Jack Handey

Julian Daszkal “Okurrr” -Cardi B

Austin Dear

“Take that first chance that you get, because you may never get another one.” -Lil Wayne

Madison Dearman

“Would I rather be feared or loved? Um, easy. Both. I want people to be afraid of how much they love me.” -Michael Scott, The Office

Ryan Ding

“I am a slow walker, but I never walk back.” -Abraham Lincoln

Lucien Duprey

“Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” -Winston Churchill

Alejandra Egocheaga

“When I am no longer rapping, I want to open up an ice cream parlor and call myself Scoop Dogg.” -Snoop Dogg

Konrad Ehmke

“I don’t know what my future holds, but I do know who holds my future.” -Tim Tebow

Christian Ehrnrooth

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” -William Ernest Henley

Katharina Eibel

“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” -John Lennon

Bryce Emanuel

“Passion is what gets you through the hardest times that might otherwise make strong men weak, or make you give up.” -Neil deGrasse Tyson

Julia Engelhardt

“The noblest art is that of making others happy.” -P.T. Barnum

Allyson Feldman

“One day, you’re 17 and you’re planning for someday. And then quietly, without you ever really noticing, someday is today.” -Nathan Scott, One Tree Hill

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RANDOMLY

selected, Mason Berger ’19 walked from his fifth grade classroom to the PCAM studio for their annual morning show. He said they were short on student staff that morning and they needed someone to help out, so he volunteered, and as soon as he walked in, he knew that broadcasting would become a huge part of his life. Since freshman year, Mason has traveled around the nation with PCTV to compete in broadcasting competitions, such as STN, and expand his skills. “PCTV will always be a team effort,” Mason said. “Without the presence of teammates and peers, PCTV as a whole wouldn’t be the same.” Due to his team, Mason has learned to grow and work together with others, regardless of the struggles that come with group work. “When situations don’t go as planned, you have two options: you can either stress or find a way to make it right,” Mason said. Mason took his collaboration skills outside of PCTV, joining varsity weightlifting, Model Congress, Model United Nations, and even maintaining his own website. He said joining these disparate activities have taught him an important lesson: “Don’t be afraid to fail and don’t be afraid to try,” words by Madison Metz Mason said. photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

Alex Fernandez-Guckes

“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” -Dr. Seuss

Jackson Ferrando

“Doubt is only removed by action. If you’re not working then that’s where doubt comes in.” -Conor McGregor

Michael Fiedel

“The way I describe [mixed martial arts] is: high level problem solving with dire physical consequences.” -Joe Rogan

Noah Fischer

“There’s no such thing as a free lunch.” -Milton Friedman

Madeleine Fowler

“Knowledge is like underwear. It is useful to have it, but not necessary to show it off.” -Bill Murray

Harrison Freedman

“I wumbo, you wumbo, he she me wumbo.” -Patrick Star, SpongeBob SquarePants

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Lauren Fromkin

“I think we’ve outgrown full-time education... Time to test our talents in the real world, d’you reckon?” -Fred Weasley, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Daniel Gale

“Shoot for the stars, so if you fall you land on a cloud.” -Kanye West

Christian Garvin

“Tell me to take it to the house.” -Christian Garvin

Dylan Geller

“They laughed at Louis Armstrong when he said he was going to the moon. Now he’s up there, laughing at them.” -Chazz Michael Michaels, Blades of Glory

Harris Gevinson

“There’s no need to repeat yourself. I ignored you just fine the first time.” -Unknown

Arielle Ghiloni

“How long is forever? Sometimes, just one second.” -Lewis Carroll

Hayden Gibson

“It always seems impossible until it is done.” -Nelson Mandela

Blake Gilbert

“Have you ever thought you were in love with someone but then realized you were just staring in a mirror for 20 minutes?” -Kanye West

Alexandra Giorno

“Maybe it’s not about happy ending. Maybe it’s about the story.” -Albert Camus

Nathan Goldman

“Time you enjoy wasting, was not wasted.” -John Lennon

Samantha Gonzalez

“There’s only one thing I hate more than lying: skim milk. Which is water that’s lying about being milk.” -Ron Swanson, Parks and Recreation

Madison Gorn

“There are secret opportunities hidden inside every failure.” -Sophia Amoruso

Joseph James Gray

“Thankfully, there’s no rehab for success.” -Lil Wayne

Jessica Gross

“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” -Michael Altshuler

Megan Guido

“Megan!” -Drake Parker and Josh Nichols, Drake and Josh

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Stacy Auditorium to the Sydney Opera House, Drew Morris ’19 has filled the world with his music. Drew plays the clarinet and saxophone in both concert band and jazz band, and he also volunteers his musical ability outside school. “What keeps me committed to it is how far I’ve come from where I started and there’s so much more to go,” Drew said. “So, if I’ve gotten this far with the amount of work I’ve put in, I just want to keep going and be as good as I can be, plus I just love doing it, and I can’t imagine my life without this huge chunk.” In band, Drew is the first chair clarinet and first chair tenor saxophone, and he is also the president of the jazz band. Outside of playing in band, he said he writes music for the performers in Playing for Change and participates in a community band to put his talent to use by helping others continue their passion for music. Drew has performed at famous venues around the world, including New York’s Carnegie Hall, Reykjavik’s Harpa Hall, and the Sydney Opera House, through Honors Performance Series, an invite-only musical association that requires an audition to be selected. However, he said his performance at Harpa Hall was a complete coincidence and a lucky opportunity. “A member of Honors Performance Series realized

rather last minute that the international orchestra playing in Iceland didn’t have a clarinetist so he contacted me personally and asked me to fill in,” Drew said. “Naturally, my family and I got on a plane to Iceland.” With all of these musical endeavors, people may think that he gets overwhelmed, but he said music does the opposite. “When I’m practicing music as opposed to doing homework, I’m not feeling stressed, because music is just kind of an outlet for me,” Drew said. He said his personal strategy is to be 100% efficient in whatever allotted time he has for each activity. When under high-pressure situations, he said he always relies on his friends to be a comedic outlet and encourage him to continue working hard. Along with his musical talent, Drew said he has a passion for astronomy and astrophysics which he further developed through science research. He spent the past two years on a project with the University of Miami’s astrophysics lab called DXL, which is an x-ray telescope that was sent into space. “Working in a university laboratory for NASA and actually producing something that went into space is amazing, and it just keeps that drive going,” Drew said. words by Marlie Kahan photo by Alexandra Giorno design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

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Sumeet Gulati

“I never dreamed about success, I worked for it.” -Estée Lauder

Sarah Hancock

“You know, sometimes all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage... And I promise you, something great will come of it.” -Benjamin Mee, We Bought a Zoo

Daniyal Hasan

“You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” -Robin Williams

John Herin

“I’m ready for another four more years here.” -Anonymous

Kenna Hollander

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass... It’s about learning to dance in the rain.” -Vivian Greene

Audrey Hollo

“I love people who make me laugh... It cures a multitude of ills. It’s probably the most important thing in a person.” -Audrey Hepburn

Jacob Honig

“It ain’t about who did it first, it’s ’bout who did it right.” -Drake

Hank Ingham

“If you wait until the last minute, it only takes a minute to do.” -C. Northcote Parkinson, Parkinson’s Law

Alexa Jacques

“The only time I set the bar is for limbo.” -Michael Scott, The Office

Amar Jafri

“Take more risks mane!” -Kevin Abstract

Saumya Jain

“Time really flies when you take two naps a day.” -Eric Forman, That ’70s Show

Kamran Kadivar

“They wanna see you do good but never better than them.” -Kodak Black

Samuel Karamanaga

“I don’t need it to be easy. I just want it to be worth it.” -Lil Wayne

Julia Karten

“Being true to yourself never goes out of style.” -Elle Woods, Legally Blonde

Kadin Katsch

“I don’t fear no man. Period.” -Jalen Ramsey

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Ethan Kaufman

“The mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell.” -Andrew Schwartz

Caleb Kauppinen

“Ba Da Ba Ba Bah, I’m Lovin’ It!” -McDonald’s

Luke Kessinger

“Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.” -Jerry Rice

John Kirkpatrick

“Rome wasn’t built in a day.” -Unknown

Juliana Kislin

“Are you callin’ me a liar?” -Drake Bell, Drake and Josh

Amanda Klafter

“I’m always thinking one step ahead, like a carpenter that makes stairs.” -Andy Bernard, The Office

Natalie Klar

“It’s ok if you don’t like me, not everyone has good taste.” -Unknown

Alexander Kos

“‘I never get any credit for anything I do in robotics, yet I get all the credit I deserve.’” -Gabriel Aguiar

Paul Krigger

“Everyone said to Vincent van Gogh, ‘You can’t be a great painter, you only have one ear.’ And you know what he said? ‘I can’t hear you.’” -Barry Speck, Dinner for Schmucks

Cassandra Lawlor

“Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads.” -Doc Brown, Back to the Future

Joshua Lehrman

“Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” -John Wooden

Victoria Lemigova

“If two wrongs don’t make a right, try three.” -Laurence J. Peter

Matthew Lopez

“Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence. ” -Vince Lombardi

Hannah Maister

“It was only in the theatre that I lived.” -Oscar Wilde

Isabella Malaga

“Sushi is always the answer.” -Mel

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David Mannis

“I knew exactly what to do. But in a much more real sense, I had no idea what to do.” -Michael Scott, The Office

Christopher Martinez

“People say nothing is impossible, but I do nothing everyday.” -Winnie the Pooh, Winnie the Pooh

Sebastian Martinez “Lack of snack.” -Harold Bergner

Madison Mazer

“Somebody once told me the world was gonna roll me.” -Smash Mouth

Ryan McCue

“Drawing on my fine command of the English language, I said nothing.” -Robert Benchley

John Meany

“I love it when people doubt me. It makes me work harder to prove them wrong.” -Derek Jeter

GAINING

confidence in her identity, Fatima Minhas ’19 said the day during her junior year when she first wore her hijab to school marked a turning point for her goals. “Before, I wanted to blend in, but now, I’m okay with the fact that I look different from everyone around me,” Fatima said. “It helped me to be okay with myself.” She said starting to wear her hijab further enhanced her drive and her passion for social justice and literature. Fatima started the Muslim Solidarity Club last year after support and encouragement from friends, with the goal of educating the school community about Muslim issues and culture. “After I began to wear my hijab to school I realized the importance of raising awareness for Islam,” Fatima said. She said her culture has also cultivated her love of language,

eventually leading her to join the Scribbler, Type One and yearbook and become copresident of Our Shared Shelf, a school book club focused on feminist literature. “The language I speak is called Urdu and it’s a very poetic language,” she said. “My dad is really into poetry and that has influenced me and had an effect on me.” Fatima said she would like to make a positive impact on society, hopefully from becoming a doctor. She said she is inspired by her parents’ hard work and wants to serve others because of them. “My parents are very hardworking people, and that has inspired me to be the same way,” Fatima said. “Because of their hardships, I’m already so privileged, and it pushes me to work even harder.” words by Athena Myers photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

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her focus and skill, Olivia Varughese ’19 prepares for her sports competition much like any other competitor, except instead of soccer or tennis, she has competed in foil fencing since she was in third grade. She said she uses fencing as an outlet when school becomes tough, but the skills that she has developed through the sport have also improved her performance in school. “As I got older, I had to learn that the only way to push through is to be focused and composed all of the time; you can’t lose your cool and you have to stay emotionally calm, so that has helped me in every aspect of life,” Olivia said. “Whenever I’m stressed out, I realized that if you lose your cool, it’s only going to get worse.” Olivia said fencing requires mental strategy in addition to physical strength, which, from the beginning, was naturally suitable for her. “All of the lessons I learned as I was growing up about being focused, composed, believing in yourself, all of those things, I all learned mainly

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from fencing, and that’s made me who I am and it makes fencing a part of who I am,” she said. “That’s why I stuck with it for so long, because I really care about it.” She said she earned the title of two-time Florida State Champion, and she has nationally placed in the top 16. Olivia said she can celebrate these accomplishments by spending time with the people that understand the difficulty of the intense competition environment, and she hopes to be on a college fencing team so she can continue to grow as a fencer. “I’m definitely at the climax of all of my academic and athletic work; it’s all meant for what I’m about to do right now, so I feel like as I’ve gotten older, every moment I’ve encountered has been more and more defining for me and it’s about how I continue to face things and confront what’s yet to come,” Olivia said. words by Marlie Kahan photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

Kofi Meighan

“Everyone wants cake but no one wants to make it.” -Grandma

Alexandra Meszaros

“If I can’t find something nice to wear, I’m not going!” -The Grinch, How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Ross Miller

“Tables turn, bridges burn, you live and learn.” -Drake

Fatima Minhas

“We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.” -Anaïs Nin

David Morales

“There is no reality except in action.” -Jean-Paul Sartre

Haley Mordis

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years. -Abraham Lincoln

Drew Morris

“I was born not knowing and have had only a little time to change that here and there.” -Richard Feynman

Julia Morrissey

“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” -Robert F. Kennedy

Allan Murciano

“The Chicago Bears are winning the 2048 Super Bowl. You heard it here first.” -Allan Murciano

Athena Myers

“I think I just feel how everyone feels, which is that I have 3 or 4 really great folk albums in me.” -Lena Dunham, Girls

Julian Naranjo

“Listen Mr. Stark, in this world, it’s either yeet or be yeeted.” -Peter Parker, Spiderman: Homecoming

Clara Nguyen

“I do not pose as being ordinary, great heavens!” -Oscar Wilde

Caroline Nouhan

“None of it actually happened, but it’s all true.” -Greta Gerwig

Antony Novak

“We are always more afraid than we wish to be, but we can always be braver than we expect.” -Robert Jordan

Lauren Noyola

“It’s fine, we’re dealing with it.” -Lauren Noyola

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his participation in volleyball and cross country to acting as vice president of the senior class board, Henry Pliske ’19 is the epitome of school spirit. Henry said he was originally motivated to join student council because he wanted to make a change to certain things he was unhappy with in the class. “I put myself in that situation to better things,” Henry said. He felt a duty to serve the senior class due to his long-lasting ties to the school community. “It’s really cheesy, how people say the school is like family, but I feel like it really is like that,” Henry said. “I grew up here.” He said he has always felt a duty to serve, whether it be to the school or to the world. Specifically, he recalls a story from junior year about when he went out of his way to save a squirrel. “I was walking and I saw this piece of grass,” he said, “and when I walked past it there was this little pink baby squirrel next to it. So I picked it up and brought it home, and I took it to a nature center the next day and gave it to them… I didn’t even think twice about it.” The next day when he told his friends about it, he said they saw videos of people walking past the squirrel and ignoring its injuries. “People were posting videos of it and just laughing about it and they would just walk past it,” Henry said. “They thought somebody else would do it but I’m not that kind of person. I like to take initiative.” Even though Henry likes to take action and make a difference, he said he finds it important to not sweat the small things. “I don’t get stressed out about stuff,” Henry said. “I usually try to remind myself that no matter what happens I’m still going to words by Emma Feirstein be okay.” photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

Jeremy Oletsky

“I got the swag, probably I’ma finish you, I am a octopus, I cannot breathe without water. So I put diamonds on my tentacles.” -Lil Uzi Vert

Jared Orenstein

“Conformity is the jailer of freedom and the enemy of growth.” -John F. Kennedy

Gabriel Ortega

“Don’t walk behind me; I may not lead. Don’t walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.” -Albert Camus

Jabari Owens

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” -James Baldwin

Arianna Pantalone

“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” -Derek Hough

Gabriella Pearl

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” -Theodore Roosevelt

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Matthew Petreski

“If you have time to fantasize about a beautiful end, then just live beautifully ’til the end.” -Gintoki Sakata, Gintama

Derek Pfeffer

“They don’t think it be like it is, but it do.” -Oscar Gamble

Benjamin Pierce

“Dare greatly, act boldly, and serve selflessly.” -George H.W. Bush

Cameron Pine

“Weather forecast for tonight: dark. Continued dark overnight, with widely scattered light by morning.” -George Carlin

Cayleigh Pine

“Forget regret, or life is yours to miss.” -RENT, The Musical

Zia Pirani

“Hakuna Matata. It means no worries for the rest of your days.” -Timon and Pumbaa, The Lion King

Camila Pizá

“The best is yet to come.” -Frank Sinatra

Henry Pliske

“I’ve always done whatever I want and always been exactly who I am.” -Billie Eilish

Annika Polatsek

“No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind.” -Taylor Swift

Ian Pollock

“When I get sad, I stop being sad and be awesome instead.” -Barney Stinson, How I Met Your Mother

Lauren Pollock

“We are stardust brought to life, then empowered by the universe to figure itself out- and we have only just begun.” -Neil deGrasse Tyson

Shayne Pollock

“I would not miss it for the world, but if something else came up, I would definitely not go.” -Michael Scott, The Office

Valentina Pope

“Look like th’ innocent flower, But be the serpent under ’t.” -Lady Macbeth, Macbeth

Christian Prestegard

“Never put off till tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow.” -Mark Twain

Nicholas Prigoda “Congratulations!” -Gendo Ikari

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the sun rises outside, Isabelle “Izzy” Seckler ’19 pulls into her sunset-painted parking spot in the garage promptly at 7:30 a.m. and smiles. Starting her day off right, she then makes her way to class, stopping to say hello to her friends or teachers as they pass in the hallway. Whether in the classroom, on the soccer field, or in Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Izzy is best known for her positive mentality and enthusiasm for all that she does, even in the face of obstacles. Despite an injury during her sophomore year, Izzy continued to have a vital role on the varsity soccer team. Although she wasn’t able to play, she contributed to her team as the manager, helping organize the team and record games. She said her strong sense of responsibility earned her the title of “team mom” among her teammates. “I’m really proud of how I’ve been able to manage my time and work through my injuries when I stopped playing soccer and track. I’ve been on Honor Court for four years, and this year I’m the head chair, which is definitely something that

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sets me apart,” Izzy said. “I’ve felt a responsibility to help my peers in a way most people don’t think about.” Instead of adopting a negative attitude towards her injury, Izzy said she chose to think of it in a positive way, as an opportunity to discover activities that she wouldn’t have been able to join if she wasn’t injured. As a result, she was able to devote more time to her position on Honor Court and her volunteer work at Gumbo Limbo, and find new pursuits such as presenting a TED talk at TEDxPineCrestSchool during her junior year. Izzy’s knowledge reaches beyond her circle of classmates and teachers. She said she is responsible for speaking to over 100 visitors about Florida’s marine ecosystems when she volunteers at Gumbo Limbo. “This experience has given me so many exciting opportunities to share with people the importance of taking care of our environment as well as getting to interact with some really cool fish, turtles, and stingrays,” she said. words by Olivia Pettee photo by Julia Borisiak design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

David Radvany-Roth

“So misunderstood but what’s the world without enigma?” -Dwayne Michael Carter Jr.

Elliott Ress

“Take time to tell me you really care, and we’ll share tomorrow together; I’ll always love you, forever, forever.” -Johnnie Wilder Jr.

Sofia Restrepo

“No soy chismosa, solo curiosa.” -Unknown

Samantha Restrepo-Stier “It’s been magical. But I’m done.” -Khloe Kardashian

Reagan Riley

“You and I are all as much continuous with the physical universe as a wave is continuous with the ocean.” -Alan Watts B+E 18

Alexandra Rios “No troll is left behind.” -Branch, Trolls

Jack Rizzo

“Answering no is harder than saying yes because then you gotta come up with an excuse for no.” -Unknown

Cassidy Robertson

“Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” -George Bernard Shaw

Sarah Rodriguez

“Eventually all things fall into place. Until then, laugh at the confusion, live for the moments, and know that everything happens for a reason.” -Albert Schweitzer

Eve Rosenthal

“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” -Albert Einstein

Jacob Rosenthal “Hi Jake.” -Mark Rozencwaig

Wyatt Ross

“I wash myself with a rag on a stick.” -Future Bart Simpson, The Simpsons

Rose Rothschild “It’s handled.” -Olivia Pope, Scandal

Mark Rozencwaig “Hi Mark.” -Jake Rosenthal

Sebastian Rukes

“Laziness is the mother of all bad habits, but ultimately she is a mother and we should respect her.” -Shikamaru Nara, Naruto

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Christopher Russo

“The chickens have come home to roost.” -Unknown

Michael Saltzman

“Hey man. Did you touch my drumset?” -Dale Doback, Step Brothers

Isabelle Seckler

“Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” -Theodore Roosevelt

Molly See

“Sunsets are proof that every day can end beautifully.” -Unknown

Nathaniel Selub

“When all is said and done, more is always said than done.” -Drake

Eric Shagrin

“I’m just so grateful, because to feel this vulnerable means I’m alive.” -Brené Brown

Jonathan Shah

“What does the fox say?” -Ylvis

Lauren Shamie

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it.” -Ferris Bueller, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Ilana Shapiro

“How did it get so late so soon?” -Dr. Seuss

Meghna Sharma

“If we wait until we’re ready, we’ll be waiting for the rest of our lives.” -Lemony Snicket

Leonid Shipulya

“When you have something to say, silence is a lie.” -Jordan B. Peterson

Matthew Shore

“Knowing what’s right doesn’t mean much unless you do what’s right.” -Theodore Roosevelt

Carly Siegel

“Keep your heels, head, and standards high.” -Coco Chanel

Jacob Silberman

“A man who does not have something for which he is willing to die is not fit to live.” -Martin Luther King Jr.

Alexa Silfen

“Don’t stress the could haves. If it should have, it would have.” -Unknown

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Nicolas Simon

“Well, I don’t know how many years on this Earth I got left. I’m gonna get real weird with it.” -Frank Reynolds, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

Bianca Simons

“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail.” -Oprah Winfrey

Ishani Singh

“We cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are.” -Max De Pree

Ethan Smith

“Rise and grind gamers, let’s get that bread. No days off.” -Jimmy Fallon

Madison Smith

“I ain’t callin’ you a truther!” -Josh Peck, Drake and Josh

Demi Snyder

“I have to work hard to get success and not expect to have it.” -Garbiñe Muguruza

What kept the seniors GOING? 9.6%

I don’t know where I’m going yet, but I know it’ll be great.

1.5%

I know I can do it.

23.5%

I’ve been working hard for years and this is the home stretch. I got this.

17.6%

Shared laughs with my friends at school... and Mary Ellen’s cookies

2.9%

I’m fortunate and I remind myself of that when things get tricky.

9.6%

5.1%

I know what I want.

The support of my family and friends

11%

I’m passionate about what I do.

19.1%

I’m determined to meet my goals.

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Treasured memories

Seniors reminisced on their most unforgettable experiences

“Scoring my first goal in soccer” -Jack Kirkpatrick

“Secret Santa with my crew team at Christmas” -Alexandra Rios “Science research trips to UF” -Kofi Meighan “My first ever play at Pine Crest: To Kill a Mockingbird. I loved being able to play Scout and become a family with my cast” -Cayleigh Pine

“The PC girls’ swim team defeating Bolles for the first time, breaking their 29-year streak.” -Alexandra Meszaros

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Benjamin Stahl

“Earth without art is just ‘eh.’” -Demetri Martin

Sydney Stanley

“For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” -Vincent van Gogh

Hannah Sternthal

“If we’re not meant to have midnight snacks, why is there a light in the fridge?” -Bill Murray

Savannah Stocker

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” -Dr. Seuss

Britta Strain

“You can’t be afraid to lose if you want to win.” -Z-Man

Alexa Strauch “Don’t blink.” -Kenny Chesney

Aislinn Sullivan

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” -African proverb

Sydney Tacher

“No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.” -Robin Williams

Joshua Taney

“I ran over Oprah!” -Josh Nichols, Drake and Josh

Julia Tannenbaum

“Whenever I am about to do something, I think, ‘Would an idiot do that?’ And if they would, I do not do that thing.” -Dwight K. Schrute, The Office

Samantha Tartell “You are your best thing.” -Toni Morrison

Allison Trebbi

“The inner machinations of my mind are an enigma.” -Patrick Star, SpongeBob SquarePants

Alexandra Valad

“You had me at ‘Meat Tornado’.” -Ron Swanson, Parks and Recreation

Nicholas Vale

“Put… the bunny… back… in the box.” -Cameron Poe, Con Air

Olivia Varughese

“You’re never as good as people say you are and never as bad as people say you are, either.” -SZA

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Michael Vega

“I love sleep; it’s my favorite.” -Kanye West

Alexandra Venegas

“Hello. You’ve reached the house of unrecognized talent.” -Squidward Tentacles, SpongeBob SquarePants

Hannah Virgin

“Stop talking, it makes me aware of your existence.” -Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock

Lily Volper

“That ain’t no Etch-a-Sketch. This is one doodle that can’t be undid, homeskillet.” -Rollo, Juno

Simran Wadhwa

“Draco Dormiens Nunquam Titillandus.” -J.K. Rowling

Jacob Wallberg

“I’m nice at ping pong.” -Kanye West

Aliyah Watson

“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” -Derek Jeter

Brandon Watts

“Compassion is the radicalism of our time.” -Dalai Lama

Julianne Weiss

“I am big enough to admit that I am often inspired by myself.” -Leslie Knope, Parks and Recreation

Cara Westra

“Have courage and be kind.” -Cinderella, Cinderella

Ashley Weymouth

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” -Dr. Seuss

Jennifer Wolters

“Welcome to the real world. It sucks. You’re gonna love it!” -Monica Geller, Friends

Sharon Yuz

“Somewhere between psychotic and iconic.” -Drake

Jordan Zelch

“What’s another word for tired? Weak.” -Molly Bloom

John Conor Zimmerman

“Somebody call the vet, my dog turned out to be a rat.” -Kodak Black

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To The Class of 2019, Congratulations! You have accomplished so much as a class and as individuals. Soon, you will become Pine Crest School alumni, which includes expectations to lead with your academic and emotional intellect. You are prepared to exceed those expectations. As you take the next step in your lives, know that your ultimate paths may be undefined, and your courses may change direction more than once. Be comfortable with the unknown. My wish for you is that you remember your Pine Crest values and draw upon them to navigate your course, including: Lead with integrity. Know who you are and what you stand for — this is the foundation of your personal code of conduct. Let your moral compass guide your decisions, and be courageous when standing up for your beliefs. Be respectful and mindful of others. Set an example by valuing diversity and operating with an inclusive mindset; this will help you understand issues from a global perspective and imagine real-world solutions. Remember that every conversation you have with someone may have a meaningful impact. Be resilient. Throughout your Pine Crest experience, you have demonstrated your ability to take on challenges, make mistakes, and bounce back. Grit and persistence will continue to set you apart and will serve you well in all aspects of your lives. The world needs you. I believe in you and cannot wait to see how you make your mark! Keep Moving Forward, Dr. Dana Markham

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Finally seniors. Years spent roaming the brick-

Getting to know your classmates. Who runs for StuCo. Who lined halls of Pine Crest.

spends long hours training for their sports. Familiarity. Marking all the trees on campus with yellow handprints.

Accidentally setting off the fire alarm during hallway decoration. Class spirit. Unique memories. Transitioning from Lower to Middle to Upper School. Continuities and

Class clowns to get you through the all-nighters. Blend of changes. Friendships.

personalities.

THE CLASS OF 2019 moves us forward

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MOST LIKELY TO BE PRESIDENT

Rose Rothschild & Mason Berger

MOST LIKELY TO BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY

Gillian Cohen & Ethan Kaufman

MOST LIKELY TO JOIN THE CIA

Nicholas Prigoda & Eve Rosenthal

photos by Alexandra Giorno & Alexandra Carr design by Alexandra Giorno

MOST LIKELY TO TELL IT HOW IT IS

Jordan Zelch & Madeleine Fowler

MOST CHANGED

Henry Pliske & Salma Abuhamda

LIFE OF THE PARTY

Ilana Shapiro & Christian Garvin CLASS OF 2019

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BIGGEST FLIRT

CUTEST COUPLE

John Meany & Alexa Strauch

MOST LIKELY TO BE LATE TO GRADUATION

Drew Morris & Jennifer Wolters

WORST CASE OF SENIORITIS

Adrian Abedon & Sofia Restrepo

BEST FRIENDS

CLASS CLOWN

Isabelle Seckler & Gillian Cohen

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Carley Blake & Steven Becker

Madison Mazer & Hank Ingham

1. After a week filled with competition between the grades, the seniors rush the football field during halftime of the homecoming game to claim the spirit stick. They finished the week with 9,128 spirit points, allowing them to claim first place.

photos by Alexandra Giorno, Alexandra Carr & Ishani Singh design by Alexandra Giorno

MOST LIKELY TO WIN THE LOTTERY AND LOSE THE TICKET

MOST LIKELY TO COME TO SCHOOL ON SENIOR SKIP DAY

Michael Saltzman & Catherine Conklin

MOST CREATIVE

Benjamin Stahl & Clara Nguyen

BEST HAIR

Lily Volper & Bryce Emanuel

MOST LIKELY TO BE ON A REALITY TV SHOW

Jonathan Shah & Valentina Pope

Arielle Ghiloni & Kofi Meighan

MOST ATHLETIC

Britta Strain & Alex Fernandez-Guckes CLASS OF 2019

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Partying the day away, Nina Couture, Ashleigh Clark, Hailee Cono and Jack Rizzo celebrate their final homecoming week, taking advantage of their senior privileges.

Showing off their dance moves, Nicolas Simon and Camila Pizá perform during the senior partner dance as part of the Latinx Student Association, Spanish Club and Brazilian Club’s multicultural assembly dance.

Meghna Sharma and Jabari Owens crack a joke as the emcees of Playing for Change.

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LIFERS Brian Anderson Kassidy Angelo Ross Bauman Mason Berger Benjamin Bernstein Aaron Bloch Zachary Blostein Niles Boothe Elizabeth Brown Dominic Carrera Ashleigh Clark Gillian Cohen Catherine Conklin Julia Engelhardt Allyson Feldman

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Alex Fernandez-Guckes Daniel Gale Harris Gevinson Arielle Ghiloni Hayden Gibson Blake Gilbert Madison Gorn Jessica Gross John Herin Kenna Hollander Jacob Honig Hank Ingham Julia Karten Caleb Kauppinen Hannah Maister

Isabella Malaga Jacob Rosenthal Madison Mazer Wyatt Ross Ryan McCue Rose Rothschild Drew Morris Mark Rozencwaig Clara Nguyen Christopher Russo Jabari Owens Michael Saltzman Camila Pizá Isabelle Seckler Valentina Pope Lauren Shamie David Radvany-Roth Ilana Shapiro Sofia Restrepo Carly Siegel Samantha Restrepo-Stier Jacob Silberman Reagan Riley Alexa Silfen Jack Rizzo Ethan Smith Cassidy Robertson Demi Snyder Eve Rosenthal Britta Strain

Joshua Taney Alexandra Valad Jacob Wallberg Ashley Weymouth Jordan Zelch John Zimmerman

“

Whether it was tag, hide-and-seek or kickball, I always looked forward to recess. Being a lifer means I remember all -Niles Boothe of the great memories that I have experienced and got to watch the school evolve over the years.

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Pine Crest has not only provided me with exceptional opportunities, but also a family for the last 14 years. I loved going to the winter carnival -Sofia Restrepo every year because I could take part in it with my friends.

For one group of seniors, the end of the year marked the close to a 14-year-long chapter of their life: their time at Pine Crest. Throughout their 14 years walking the brick-lined hallways of the Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale campuses, lifers created a multitude of memories spanning all stages of their adolescence. “Being a lifer allowed me to create lifelong friendships and memories from the time I learned how to count to 100 to the moment I will walk across the stage at graduation,” Kassidy Angelo said. “I will be eternally grateful for this experience.” Lifers will always feel at home when they see the bell tower and walk through the Upper School’s columns. To them, the campus was a treasure trove of childhood memories and formative milestones. Every classroom, bench and water fountain could make lifers reminisce about their countless memories. Fort Lauderdale lifers will always remember walking into

music class and singing “Music! Music! Now’s the time for music!” They will think back to eating in the “tent-ateria,” performing in the Kindergarten Thanksgiving show and finally taking off their blazers for the last time after fifth grade. Boca lifers will always remember going on rides during the annual Winter Carnival, as well as other events like Fall Funday in Kindergarten and the yearly Field Day competition. “My favorite memory as a lifer was the first high school pep rally I attended in ninth grade,” Jack Rizzo said. “I always watched it from the bleachers in Lower and Middle School, but that year I got to participate in games and show my school spirit.” Having attended Pine Crest for over three quarters of their lives by graduation, these students knew more than anyone what it meant to be a panther. CLASS OF 2019 LIFERS

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Staying late after school, English department head Mrs. Marisa Ortega, world language department head Mrs. Patty Gómez, math and computer science department head Ms. Jamille Hernandez and science department head Mrs. Naeemah Owens prep for a faculty professional day. They exchanged ideas about instructional strategies and aligning curricula. Teachers could often be seen working outside school hours, planning lessons and conceptualizing ways to improve.

In and out of the classroom. Demonstrating related

rates on the whiteboard. Cheering for students at their games.

Going above and beyond. Arriving way

before 8:10 for extra help. Ensuring you understand

different verb conjugations. Leaving after you finish sports practice to prep for the blood typing lab. Forming relationships.

Bonding over your shared love of pets, bullet journals, college basketball. Approachability. Enthusiasm. Lifting the APUSH

curriculum off the textbook pages. Engaging students. Forming passions. Helping you become Mathlete of the Month. Being there when you need

them. You forget your calculator, but run to your math

teacher’s room. They have your back. Support system.

Motivating you when you become overwhelmed. Talking you

through stressful situations. Watching you

succeed outside the classroom.

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during the student-faculty basketball game. Helping you with

much more than the subject they teach.

SUPPORT moves us forward

Dr. Dana Markham ’18H President

with seniors Haley Mordis, Carley Blake, Madison Dearman and Ilana Shapiro

Upper School Administration

Mrs. Jessie Metzger Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 Mrs. Krista Promnitz ’97 Mr. Glen Pierson Ms. Cheryl Doolittle

Dr. Anita Tychsen

Vice President of Academics

Whitney Walters-Sachs ’92

Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel

Carrie Andersen

Executive Assistant to the President

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SCIENCE & MATH/COMPUTER SCIENCE

Jennifer Gordinier Wendy Harrigan Kali Mills Megan O’Brien Naeemah Owens Cindy Perrella Dagmara Podkoscienly Katherine Rice Michelle Santarelli Amanda Sarasua Andrew Schwartz Trish Stevens Sarah Vatland Tim Curran Adam Greenhut Jamille Hernandez Nicholas Lowe Angel Perez Lisa Saunders Rob Solomon Mark Spitzig Julie Venne Cynthia Wu Wei-Hao Wu

DESK DECOR

1. To remind his students to study, Mr. Wei-Hao Wu placed a grade decider on his desk. This wooden object included a weight that randomly landed on a letter to correspond to the students’ grades. 2. As a calculus teacher, Ms. Jamille Hernandez writes extensively, so she developed an obsession with Muji pens, a type of stationery pen. “I’m pretty constrained when I’m shopping, but when I walked into the Muji store, I started binge shopping,” Ms. Hernandez said. “I’m just really hooked on the writing instruments.” 3. A mug showing the chemical structure of caffeine, an amino acid translation chart and a laptop adorned with a tardigrade sticker are among the objects featured on biology teacher Mrs. Michelle Santarelli’s desk.

words by Lauren Fromkin photos by Alexandra Giorno, Lauren Fromkin & Chelsea Thompson

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Macy Dailey

ENGLISH & VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Aaron Gillego Tina Jaramillo Jared Lemole Elizabeth Mendonça Marisa Ortega Jack Stewart Gwendolyn Turnbull Kathleen Young Denise Zingariello Nikki Allred-Boyd Joe Ametrano Dave Burgess Jeremy Hammond Patricia Knight Ashley Porter Jamie Roth Deena Shapiro Joanna Szymanski Courtney Teas Michael Testa Stephanie Theoharis Robert Voegue

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Gucci shoes and Yeezy Boosts are only part of the chemical equation.

Identified by her trendy style, AP Chemistry and Post-AP Organic Chemistry teacher Dr. Dagmara Podkoscienly, known as Dr. P, is a calming presence in a bustling classroom. She had high expectations for her students because of her own experiences with chemistry. “Trying to find excuses for ourselves is something I do not tolerate,” Dr. P said. “This is because I am critical of myself also.” When she moved to Miami, her progress didn’t carry over completely from her previous program to the University of Miami where Dr. P resumed her studies. This meant that she had to complete an additional 10 courses in order to obtain her doctorate degree. “I will never be able to do it again; it was complete insanity,” Dr. P said. “If you want something you can do it, just take it day by day.” As a teacher, when Dr. P was not busy grading tests, cheering on her daughter Julia Podkoscielny ’23 at the swimming pool or preparing her classroom for another lab experiment, she spent her free time tending to the collection of orchids in her backyard. “There is just something about them that clears my mind,” Dr. P said. “They are just so beautiful and they help take my mind off of school stuff and chemistry. It’s almost like a different world.” words by Catrina Reyes photos & design by Alexandra Giorno

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INNOVATION & ATHLETICS

Kerri-Anne Alexanderson Lindsay Bass Trish Everett Gary Friedman Brandon Hartley Dimmy Herard Andrew Kashdan Daniel Lewis Stacy Nisman Phillip Gratwick Asher Weinberg Jaimee Rashbaum David Ellich Matt Stevens Ruth Bresnahan Tim Hibbs

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CO-WORKERS BY CHANCE, Friends by Choice

As proud moms and fashion buddies, Mrs. Stacy Nisman and Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum can always be found together on campus. After she moved from New Jersey, Mrs. Nisman immediately hit it off with Mrs. Rashbaum. “We actually only talked work for five minutes and then started talking about our lives and found that we had a lot of similarities,” Mrs. Nisman said. Now, they both teach APUSH and AP Capstone in their shared classroom, decorated with projects, photos of their children and stylish desk accessories. “I think we kind of balance each other out, we help each other, we really support each other,” Mrs. Rashbaum said. “We’re not just work friends, we are actually friends friends.”

Elia Fiallo Patty Gómez Ezequiel Guanire Vivian Guefen Frank Kruger-Robbins Christina Leps Claudia Lichtenberg Lindsey Waldrop Victoria Wu Irene Zingg Kathryn McDonnell John Ricard

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In the case of Mr. Gary Friedman and Mr. Phillip Gratwick, they didn’t have to teach the same courses to find common interests. When Mr. Gratwick joined the faculty in 2016, they bonded over their shared love for history. “We like to travel and talk about our travels,” Mr. Friedman said. “We both have a special interest in European countries and we enjoy leading school trips together.” Eating breakfast and lunch together in the cafeteria, they discussed their love of history, politics and geography, reaffirming their friendship.

One of the most well-known teams at Pine Crest, Team Awesome, only has two players: Mrs. Trish Everett and Ms. Kerri-Anne Alexanderson. “She knows what I’m thinking before I even say it sometimes, she knows how I take my coffee and she knows how important my dogs are to me, but she also knows that if she calls me tomorrow or even right now and says, ‘I need you right now,’ that I will drop everything to be there for her or vice versa,” Ms. Alexanderson said. Some of their favorite hobbies include trying new restaurants, hitting the sales at their favorite craft stores to get yarn or fabric and simply hanging out. “Having another person to teach psychology with has been tremendous on my ability to teach, my openness to changing things and to have someone to bounce ideas off of has been one of the greatest things,” Ms. Alexanderson said.

WORLD LANGUAGES

ADMIN

MR. WALTERS

Head of Upper School Mr. Joseph Walters ’95 was a hallmark figure on campus. On any given day, he could be found greeting students at the car line, observing classes and greeting students and faculty. “Everyday is different: on a technical and formal level, it’s really overseeing travel, daily interactions with teachers, classrooms, curriculum and faculty and staff,” Mr. Walters said. “It’s really great because I get to see pieces of the Upper School from many different vantage points.” As an alum of Pine Crest, Mr. Walters knows

MR. PIERSON

As the Assistant Head of Upper School and Dean of Students, Mr. Glen Pierson had many responsibilities to keep the school in order, such as serving as the chairperson of the Conduct Review Committee and Honor Court, administering student discipline as it pertained to the Upper School Student Handbook and providing support and guidance for students. Mr. Pierson also cared for the student body, sending congratulatory emails to students about their school events and staying omnipresent before,

MRS. METZGER

Doing everything she could to keep the students and faculty in the know with weekly announcements, Mrs. Jessie Metzger, Coordinator of Faculty and Student Communications and Educational Technology Specialist, was a common presence on Schoology and in the halls. Some of her duties included working with student media, StuCo, event planning and working with Mr. Walters on mass communications. Being in charge of the Upper School’s media presence and technology use was a daunting job, so Mrs. Metzger

MRS. PROMNITZ

As a calming presence amid the bustle of the Upper School office, Mrs. Krista Promnitz ’97 served as the Assistant Head of Upper School, the Dean of Student Services and the Co-chairperson of the Social Emotional Education Committee. With these three titles, she had many important jobs that included overseeing the emotional health of faculty and students. She organized the advisory curriculum and chaired faculty meetings to teach tactics that ensured students’ well-being. “Working in the realm of child development is

MRS. DOOLITTLE

After over 30 years of service to the school as a chemistry teacher and administrator, Mrs. Cheryl Doolittle retired in January after the first semester. As an administrator, she served as Dean of Student Life, responsible for creating students’ and teachers’ schedules and handling changes. Mrs. Doolittle spent her summer crafting schedules and inputting restrictions into the program she used to shuffle them, such as students who required ninth period free for athletics.

the ins and outs of the school, including the excitement of celebrating its traditions. His favorite tradition, Homecoming, was a highly anticipated event that has manifested itself differently over the years, but one aspect that remained constant was the collective school pride. “I really love the spirit wars at Homecoming-that’s something that I can remember doing in high school,” Mr. Walters said. “Although it is a competition among grade levels, I think it sparks collective enthusiasm for the school.” during and after school. His favorite days were when he found enough time in the day to interact with students. One of the many ways he showed his support were by attending school events, such as athletic competitions and fine arts performances. “Every school has sports stars, performing arts stars and iLab stars, but at Pine Crest these extracurricular star students are also academic all-stars with rigorous classes and schedules,” Mr. Pierson said. had to learn to juggle her responsibilities. “I’ve always loved to learn new things and my role on the administration team offers me an opportunity to learn every day,” Mrs. Metzger said. “From participating in a classroom lesson to tinkering with a new tech tool for faculty, every day is a chance for growth.” Her favorite tradition has grown to be the last day of classes for seniors when they came to school dressed in their college’s attire and took a class picture in the Upper School atrium. a wonderful challenge,” Mrs. Promnitz said. “Every student is unique and every day is different. The biggest challenge is the unpredictability of each day, but that is also what makes it fun.” She enjoys working at Pine Crest, and specifically with student services, because students are extensively cared for. “Students are encouraged to pursue their ideas, unencumbered by limits on creativity,” Mrs. Promnitz said. “We push you to be the best version of yourself.”

“It’s the handwork of making the adjustments,” Mrs. Doolittle said. “It’s crazy complicated.” When she was a chemistry teacher she coached the math and science team. However, she gradually undertook more organizational tasks, becoming a full-time administrator in 2014. “I think our teamwork is my favorite thing,” Mrs. Doolittle said. “We have had a lot of opportunities to be creative and to enact change by pooling our talents.” FACULTY & ADMINISTRATION

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FACULT Y STAFF ADMISSIONS

COLLEGE COUNSELING & ADVISING

Jim Sullivan, Melanie Connors, Julie Fruit, Joanna Craik, Robynn Ginsberg, Joyce Robinson, John Kranstover

FINANCE

Front Row: Jeff Shea, Marcia Hunt, Kathleen Sullivan, Jordan Shapiro Back Row: Jessica Tanner, Julia Moris-Hartley, Karen Wilson-Walters, Kalah Fanning ’95, Katie Byrnes

TECHNOLOGY

Front Row: Jessica Ortega, Nancy Greene, Mildrey McConvery Back Row: Steven Casey, Alzair Powe, Robin Opperman, Mildred Berti, Michael Preslo

LIBRARY

ICI LIBRARY

Linda Crescimano

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COMMUNITY FACULTY

Front Row: Daniel Cunningham, Joanna Szymanski, Claire Novy, Lam Nguyen Back Row: Eric Olender, David Pavek, Phillip Mueller, Paul Romanenko, Richard English

Nicole Clark

UPPER SCHOOL OFFICE STAFF

Name, Name

ATHLETICS

Jeff Johnson, Elisabeth Eisenring, Dave Smith, Bill Ruhl, Jeff Foster, Barry Connors, Troy Harrison, Eileen Pliske, Tim Hibbs, George Harris

Leslie Cepero, Sonia Consoli, Laura Milone

EDGE

iLAB

Matt Stevens, David Ellich

Keri Kolettis

HEALTH

HUMAN RESOURCES

Front Row: Ericka Kherkher, Christina George Back Row: Aurea Cruz, Sharon McKittrick, Shelly Cameron Not Pictured: Susan Taylor

Janice Rozanski, Natalie Fairbanks, Lynn Buhler

SECURITY

Eddie Nazario, Paul Holiday, Alex Bain, David Combs, Tina Mineo, Jamie Horvitz, Joe Markham, Robert DePriest, Nestor Gomez, John Smith, Henry Jean, Basil Swinton, Orville Fuller

FINE ARTS

Erick King, Larry Mellone, Adrienne Barry, Lane Braden

FACULTY & STAFF GROUPS

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ADVANCEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

TRANSPORTATION

Steve Murphy. Ozzy Lopez, Brenda Leyva, Angela Fogle-Heard, Vanessa Duran, Tracy Bobbs, Kembler Solomon, Patty Louis, Ales Gabbidon, Jeanette Jackson, Marquita Kelly, Edilberto Ordoniez, Cindy Altobelli, Pat Howell, Leisa Grant, Sharon Knapik, Leacroft Daley

Front Row: Flynn Turner, Amanda Klarsfeld, CourtneyName, Carswell Name Back Row: Jane Salimbene, Brandy Miller, Alisa Karten, Ed Waite, Susan Peirce, Jeffrey Starrett

STUDENT UNION

Name, Name Mary Ellen State Not Pictured: Claudia Chiabrera

MATH SQUAD

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ALTHOUGH

Front Row: Steve Damiano, Dylan Long, Paul Plaur, Samuel Ospina, Mark Drury, Pedro “Carlos” Egocheaga Back Row: Brandon Garriga, Pierre Bazile, George Evans, Robert Garland, Russell Guise, Kenneth White, Marc Ranta, Joseph Williams, Etonold Louis, Paul Perido Name, Name Not Pictured: Tim Brumley, Juan Carlos “J. C.” Rivas, Baldwin Fabien, Marcelino Garcia & Krzyzstof “Chris” Plaur

they are not quite a boy band, Mr. Tim Curran, Mr. Mark Spitzig, Mr. Adam Greenhut, Mr. Rob Solomon and Mr. WeiHao Wu were definitely a teacher squad. These math teachers could be spotted during sixth period lunch or in each others’ classrooms laughing at one of Mr. Spitzig’s dad jokes or listening to Mr. Curran’s elaborate stories. According to them, a key talking point at their lunch table was Mr. Solomon’s

future restaurant, “Old Solly’s.” The teachers also said they tried to get Mr. Wu to open up about his “wonder years” as an exchange student, but Mr. Wu said he considers himself more of a listener. These teachers’ bond helped engage students in their subject, making the math wing a unique place. “Having people that you like working with makes coming to work more fun each day,” Mr. Greenhut said. words by Marlie Kahan photo by Olivia Pettee design by Alexandra Giorno

PANTHER CAFE

MARKETING

Front Row: Nathalie Simeon, Carmelle Mehu, Martha Combs, Sara Ayala, Leslie Register, Rose Cardichon, Churchill Toussaint, Andremise Prudent, Gloria De Leon Back Row: Nathalie Nathalie Joseph, Nerissa Derby, Inita Kendrick, MonnelusName, Cesar, Name Eliakim Chery, Rodney Brown, Fabien Esteril, Randy Peterson, Morina Jerome, Jessica Carreno, Jennifer Campbell, Violantha James, Andy Koobir

Name, Name Jillian Conway, Andrea Tomassini, Christine Dardet, Allison Findeiss

LEARNING NETWORK

SPRIT STORE

Front Row: April Mulhall, Rita DeChant, Abbie Kahan, Eleni Varvoutis, Diane Butler, Dara Spey Back Row: Stacey Name,Scher, NameAlexandra Parsons, Melissa Shiff, Aimee Dispoto, Laura Coughlan, Lauren Dauer, Caridad Wellington

WARRIOR WU IN Chinese teacher Mrs. Victoria Wu reflects on her experience from persecution in China to pursuing teaching in the United States.

words by Julia Aronberg & Olivia Pettee photos & design by Alexandra Giorno

China, Mrs. Victoria Wu enjoyed doing an exercise similar to Tai Chi every day in the park. But in China, practicing such an exercise was considered illegal. However, Mrs. Wu said she knew she was not doing harm by simply practicing a stressrelieving exercise, so she firmly stood her ground when officers put her in jail for this offense. She said she faced harsh living conditions in her time in jail, and upon her release, she weighed the decision of leaving the life she had built in China or starting anew in a country that embraces freedom and liberty. “I later had to figure out, ‘Is it not possible for me to have a peaceful life there or do my exercise?’ so I came here,” Mrs. Wu said. After moving from China to the United States in 2006, she said she was able to find freedom and practice what she loves.

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Mrs. Wu didn’t know anyone when she came to America, and she had to adjust to the style of teaching and cultural norms, which made the transition a bit of a challenge. “The transition was, in terms of education, a big change,” she said. “In China, the education there is very different… at the beginning, everything was so new to me, but after years, I feel more comfortable working with the students.” She has lived in the United States for 13 years, and she still practices this type of exercise every Sunday. Mrs. Wu also brought other traditions with her, such as Chinese New Year, enriched with traditional Chinese dishes and her favorite food: dumplings. Teaching eighth and ninth grade Chinese, Mrs. Wu brings her culture to the classroom and savors every second of it. FACULTY & STAFF GROUPS FACULTY FEATURES

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First period. Band, orchestra, chorus rehearsals. Learning new repertoire. Difficult, but practice makes

perfect. Student-run concerts. You donate to Direct Relief. Trekking out to the football games for pep

band. Entertaining the crowd. Choreographing. Dancing

with the senior company. Musical tryouts. Maybe you didn’t get the part you wanted. You come to love High School Musical anyway. “Get’cha Head in the Game.” Onto the play. Almost, Maine. Rehearsals turn into dress rehearsals turn into performances and concerts. A standing ovation.

Hours in the art

studio. Sculpting clay, drawing still life, maneuvering Photoshop. One wrong stroke lends itself to a new concept.

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UPPER SCHOOL SYMPHONIC WINDS FRONT ROW Kelly Pinilla, Sophia Varughese, Spencer Bauman, Ryan Karp, Simon Kassman, Daniel Cohen, Nikita Dua, Zaria Pirani, Ian Pollock, Ari Segal, Noah Fischer, Enzo Sampaio, David Mannis, Derek Pfeffer, Drew Morris ROW 2 Mr. Jaime Roth, Mahdere Yared, Eve Rosenthal, Louise Ingham, Carly Siegel, Tsion Yared, Dimitri Pezaris, Connor Norris, Benjamin Berger, Alexander Wilentz, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Isaac Singer, Elizabeth Brown, Nikhil Narwani, Emma Mignocchi, Shreya Dutta, Hailey Bharadwa, Melika Borujerdi, Ava Friesen, Gabrielle Khoriaty, Allison Trebbi, Grace Sager, Mr. Allen Finn BACK ROW Jeremy Morris, Christian Prestegard, Luke Fatovic, Kyle Jacques, Joshua Loewenstern, Kevin Harvey, Matthew Mulhall, Ryan Dudak, Lauren Dawson-Scully, Maxwell Dudak, Christian Urbanek, Olivia Varughese, Henry Ingham, Julian Naranjo, Sofia Restrepo, John Kolettis, Max Karmin, Ronald Paez, Maxim Gluhovskoi NOT PICTURED Lucien Duprey, Nina Firic, Justin Guilfu, Bill Hung, Victor Lago, Maxwell Perlman, Lauren Pollock, Jacob Rosenthal, Michael Saltzman CONDUCTORS Mr. Jamie Roth, Mr. Allan Finn

UPPER SCHOOL JAZZ PROGRAM FRONT ROW Mr. Jamie Roth, Joshua Loewenstern, Maxim Gluhovskoi, Kyle Jacques, Christian Urbanek, Sophia Varughese, Sofia Restrepo, Olivia Varughese, Mr. Allen Finn BACK ROW Hailey Bharadwa, Owen Medrano, Jeremy Morris, Daniel Bolja,Connor Norris, Ian Pollock, Daniel Cohen, Kelly Pinilla, Alexander Wilentz, Dimitri Pezaris, Derek Pfeffer, Nikhil Narwani, Drew Morris, Kevin Harvey, Henry Ingham, Eve Rosenthal, Melika Borujerdi, Alyssa Vasserman NOT PICTURED Nina Firic, Max Karmin, Simon Kassman, Ronald Paez, Mark Rozencwaig, Michael Saltzman CONDUCTORS Mr. Jamie Roth, Mr. Allan Finn

DANCE ETC. FRONT ROW Lauren Shamie, Julia Tannenbaum, Deborah Ades, Camila Pizá, Alexandra Valad, Jennifer Wolters, Madison Smith, Sydney Stanley, Julia Karten ROW 2 Natalie Rubenstein, Peyton Stanley, Sabrina Kreiss, Camille Belanger, Elena Malchevskaya, Ai Shono BACK ROW Emma Goldstein, Melissa Damasceno, Karly Burnstein, Caroline Kotite, Victoria van Woerkom, Annabelle Harvey NOT PICTURED Megan McGinn CONDUCTORS Amy Cichoski, Courtney Teas, Nikki Allred-Boyd

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UPPER SCHOOL CHORUS FRONT ROW Tarini Padmanabhan, Mynda Barenholtz, Emma Svendsen, Saylee Nemade, Emily Roy, Saanvi Paharia ROW 2 Samantha Gonzalez, Cayleigh Pine, Spencer Davimos, Eve Rosenthal, William Prevor, Alex Stern, Jacob Silberman, Matthew Prevor, Aidan Veghte, Michael Valdes, Jeremy Berkun, Sophia Reich, Jessica Haykov, Alexandra Bodmer, Lauren Goldman, Jade Klacko ROW 3 Sydney Friedman, Suttyn Simon, Sarah Rodriguez, Isabella Arabia, Daniel Rutstein, Joshua Perper, Michael Wexler, Gregory Gorbachev, Dominic Johnson, Daniel Hennelly, Athena Myers, Caroline Nouhan, Ayesha Minhas, Eve Rosenthal, Emily Kus ROW 4 Lauren Noyola, Carys Edwards, Alexandra Bancroft, Riley Robertson, Marisa Cefola, Zachary Printz, Jason Babayev, Caleb Cyr, Lucas Abrams, Graham Gotlieb, Zachary Fiedler, Ethan Leifert Michael Vega, Savannah Stocker, Madison Mazer, Daria Peppler, Louise Ingham BACK ROW Alana Friedlander, Sloan Shade, Heaven Infinity, Hannah Maister, Arianna Pantalone, Konrad Ehmke, Sebastian Rukes, Brence Platner, Justin Guilfu, Hank Ingham, Mark Rozencwaig, Sofia Alkon, Alina Virga, Maya Jarolem, Camila Agudelo NOT PICTURED Caroline Morrissey, Cara Virgin, Sydney Biddi Solomon, Stefano Galebe, Alexandra Venegas CONDUCTORS Mr. Michael Testa, Mrs. Gretchen Fasulo

WOMEN’S CHORUS FRONT ROW Spencer Davimos, Emma Svendsen, Mynda Barenholtz, Tarini Padmanabhan, Saylee Nemade, Sophia Reich, Jessica Haykov, Emily Roy, Saanvi Paharia ROW 2 Lauren Noyola, Suttyn Simon, Cayleigh Pine, Isabella Arabia, Caroline Nouhan, Athena Myers, Madison Mazer, Natalie Rubenstein, Natalia Hauser, Jade Klacko ROW 3 Sydney Friedman, Carys Edwards, Alexandra Bancroft, Sarah Rodriguez, Marisa Cefola, Alexandra Bodmer, Lauren Goldman, Savannah Stocker, Sofia Alkon, Daria Peppler, Emily Kus BACK ROW Alana Friedlander, Heaven Infinity, Hannah Maister, Riley Robertson, Arianna Pantalone, Sloan Shade, Ayesha Minhas, Elizabeth Ham, Alina Virga, Maya Jarolem, Camila Agudelo NOT PICTURED Silvia Ballivian, Sydney Biddi Solomon, Alexandra Venegas, Cara Virgin, Caroline Morrissey CONDUCTOR Mrs. Gretchen Fasulo

MEN’S CHORUS FRONT ROW Alex Stern, William Prevor, Jacob Silberman, Matthew Prevor, Michael Valdes, Jeremey Berkun, Shaurnav Ghosh ROW 2 Zachary Printz Joshua Perper, Michael Wexler, Aidan Veghte, Burke Bloom, Dominic Johnson, Daniel Hennelly ROW 3 Daniel Rutstein, Caleb Cyr, Luke Fatovic, Graham Gotlieb, Lucas Abrams, Gregory Gorbachev, Ethan Leifert, Michael Vega BACK ROW Konrad Ehmke, Sebastian Rukes, Jason Babayev, Zachary Fiedler, Brence Platner, Jacob Goldberg, Justin Guilfu, Jacob Rosenthal, Matthew Mulhall NOT PICTURED Stefano Galebe CONDUCTOR Mr. Michael Testa

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COMMUNITY FINE ARTS

SELECT VOCAL ENSEMBLE FRONT ROW Eve Rosenthal, Tarini Padmanabhan, Jacob Silberman, William Prevor, Jeremy Berkun, Jade Klacko, Saanvi Paharia ROW 2 Spencer Davimos, Elizabeth Ham, Joshua Perper, Aidan Veghte, Lauren Noyola, Madison Mazer BACK ROW Carys Edwards, Alexandra Bancroft, Zachary Printz, Mark Rozencwaig, Michael Vega, Hank Ingham, Louise Ingham NOT PICTURED Silvia Ballivian CONDUCTOR Mr. Michael Testa

UPPER SCHOOL ORCHESTRA FRONT ROW Taylor Dezell, Rachel Snyder, Julia Gordon, Vanessa Wildman, Joshua Koolik, Adam Peles, Camille Issa, Lauren Rosenberg, Samantha Salem, Chase Cueto ROW 2 Mrs. Deena Shapiro, Ariana Hull, Alexis Logan, Eden Williams, Moira Minielly, Simran Wadhwa, Daniela Muñoz, Lorrie Axelrod, Catrina Reyes, Alaina Ham, Christopher Martinez, Natalie Rubenstein, Burke Bloom, Mrs. Theresa Esparza ROW 3 Leah Martinez, Nino Pusateri, Andrew Chung, Rodrigo Castellon, Kiara Garcia, George LeMieux, Jabari Owens, Natalia Hauser, Julianne Weiss BACK ROW Jourdan Henry, Colin Servoss, Kyra Servoss, Sydney Spector, Christian Ehrnrooth, Demi Snyder, Ilan Kimberg, Ivey Rao, Justinsoye Thomas, Shaurnav Ghosh, Owen Medrano, Olga Lisabet, Jacob Goldberg, James Hart NOT PICTURED Emily Morgan, Gabriella Pearl, Maxwell Perlman, Mark Rozencwaig, Aidan Veghte CONDUCTORS Mrs. Deena Shapiro, Mrs. Theresa Esparza, Mr. Antoine Khouri

SELECT STRING ENSEMBLE FRONT ROW Alexis Logan, Taylor Dezell, Simran Wadhwa, Sydney Spector, Lorrie Axelrod, Catrina Reyes, Alaina Ham, Chase Cueto, Justinsoye Thomas BACK ROW Moira Minielly, Julia Gordon, Ivey Rao, Christian Ehrnrooth, Andrew Chung, Rodrigo Castellon, Jabari Owens, Demi Snyder, James Hart, Owen Medrano NOT PICTURED Samantha Gonzalez, Mark Rozencwaig, Aidan Veghte CONDUCTOR Mrs. Deena Shapiro

CHORUS & ORCHESTRA

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On the field, in the boat, on the track. Go. You

push. Your muscles tire with every step, every stroke, every hit. They score. You misstep. But you take a breath. You continue. All you can do is do

better from now. It’s head-to-head. Third quarter of

the football game against Calvary Christian. You pull ahead in

the end. Celebrate, but back to practice.

Long walks to the weight room with teammates. Pitch black, 6 a.m.

Intense sprints, matches, ergs, swim sets. Train harder. Take it farther than before.

History is matched,

repeated, made. Girls’ basketball wins their first regional

playoff since 1998. Excitement, rejoicing. Teammates cheering

through ups and downs. Progress. Mentally stronger, tougher.

Friendships through the hard days.

RESILIENCE moves us forward 234

COMMUNITY SPORTS

US YOUTH SAILING 2019

teams

CHAMPIONSHIPS Bella Casaretto

542 2

sun sentinel

FHSAA ACADEMIC TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS st

boys soccer girls soccer football girls swimming and diving PLACE boys cross country

YEAR Paul Baur

girls weightlifting girls cross country PLACE boys golf

boys basketball boys swimming PLACE and diving

COACHES of the

athletes

THIS YEAR IN SPORTS 430 Mariusz Podkoscielny

girls basketball

games

STATE CHAMPIONS Tsion Yared

Girls Cross Country

Kevin Mendez

Boys 1 Meter Diving

Andrea Santander

Girls Swimming, 100 Freestyle

WINS first

REGIONAL game in

coaches

Tsion Yared

GATORADE florida girls cross country

RUNNER YEAR of the

years

BOYS VARSITY BASEBALL FRONT ROW Joseph James Gray, Jordan Fiedel, Josh Lopez, Johnny Thraum, Raul Cepero, Ashton Mahfood, Jake Kone ROW 2 Chris Russo, Jordan Taney, Sam Krassan, Matt Lopez, Jackson Butler, Caleb Cyr BACK ROW Coach Mike Green, Coach Brett Scarberry, Antonio Correa, Konrad Ehmke, Ben Petri, John Meany, Charlie Del Vecchio, Aaron Bloch, Coach Rob Solomon, Coach Robbie Conver NOT PICTURED Jared Gould, Blake Kravitz, Nathan Malkin COACHES Mike Green, Rob Solomon, Brett Scarberry, Robbie Conver 4/27 4/30 5/2

West Boca Raton Monarch Highlands Christian

TBD TBD TBD

4/23 4/25

Somerset Academy Pompano Beach

TBD TBD

2/26 3/1 3/2 3/12 3/15 3/19 3/21 3/23 3/26 3/28 3/30 4/2 4/4 4/9 4/11 4/164/20

American Heritage Westminster Academy Cardinal Gibbons Coral Springs Charter Seacrest Country Day Cardinal Gibbons North Broward Prep St. John Paul II Academy Pompano Beach North Broward Prep Belen Jesuit Coral Springs Charter Somerset Academy Westminster Academy Cardinal Gibbons Spring Break Tournament

12-2 L 4-2 L 9-6 L TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

BOYS VARSITY BASEBALL

235

11/27 11/30 12/4 12/6 12/11 1/10 1/11 1/14 1/16 1/17 1/22 1/24 1/25 1/29 2/1 2/4 2/5 2/7

7-11

BOYS JV BASKETBALL

University Boca Raton North Broward Prep Somerset Academy Archbishop McCarthy Mater Lakes Acadamy Calvary Christian Academy Somerset Academy Cardinal Gibbons St. John Paul II Academy Chaminade-Madonna King’s Academy American Heritage Saint Andrew’s Oxbridge Academy Miami County Day Somerset Prep Westlake Prep

6-4

11/20 Saint Andrew’s 11/30 American Heritage 12/3 North Broward Prep 12/7 University 1/9 North Broward Prep 1/15 West Boca Raton 1/22 Avant Garde Academy 1/24 American Heritage 1/25 Spanish River 1/28 Saint Andrew’s

67-58 L 82-57 L 49-46 L 56-46 W 53-44 L 79-51 L 74-70 L

FRONT ROW Colin Servoss, Justin Cassius, Joshua Loewenstern ROW 2 Raj Jain, Joshua Lopez, Anthony Bland, Christian Geter BACK ROW Michael Valdes, Michael Viera, Isaiah Ramsay, John Ricotta, Luca Georgescu COACHES Ike Smith

57-53 L 65-44 L 57-31 W 72-46 L 54-50 W 60-21 W 65-57 L 56-54 W 60-38 W 48-42 L 66-46 W

GIRLS JV BASKETBALL 46-5 L 29-24 W 27-12 W 25-23 L 49-9 W

FRONT ROW Alexandra Bodmer, Isabelle Ferrando, Saylee Nemade BACK ROW Ashley Aronson, Riley Robertson, Sydney Friedman, Lauren Goldman COACHES Mike Thompson, Caitlin Hampton, George Harris

39-33 L 49-22 W 46-18 W 47-29 L 51-29 W

BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL

11/27 11/30 12/1 12/4 12/6 12/11 12/20 12/21 12/22 1/3 1/4 1/5 1/10 1/11 1/14 1/16 1/17 1/22 1/24 1/25

236

14-6

University Boca Raton American Heritage North Broward Prep Somerset Academy Archbishop McCarthy Copper Hills Fort Lauderdale Penn-Trafford Jensen Beach North Broward Prep Oxbridge Academy Mater Lakes Academy Calvary Christian Academy Somerset Academy Cardinal Gibbons St. John Paul II Academy Chaminade-Madonna King’s Academy American Heritage

COMMUNITY SPORTS

65-41 L 57-52 W 56-51 W 57-53 W 70-66 W 56-49 W 70-53 L 51-49 L 53-50 W 59-49 W 50-45 W 56-46 L 79-61 W 59-54 L 72-58 W 49-41 W 59-49 W 77-73 L 66-51 W 69-31 W

FRONT ROW Kevin Harvey, Brian Anderson, Michael Harbaugh ROW 2 G. Leo Ghiloni, Eros Carpio, Anthony Marzouca, Benjamin Brodsky BACK ROW Ausar Thompson, Marshal Schepps, Brence Platner, Amen Thompson, Jason Tsang* NOT PICTURED Gabriel Sareli*, Isaiah Ramsay COACHES Barry Connors, Ike Smith, Essie Hollis

1/29 2/1 2/4

Saint Andrew’s Oxbridge Academy Miami Country Day

66-62 W 87-81 L 82-66 W

2/5 2/7 2/11

Somerset Prep Westlake Prep Cardinal Gibbons

67-51 W 63-40 L 67-66 L *team manager

GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL FRONT ROW Katharina Eibel, Haley Mordis, Sarah Hancock, Salma Abuhamda, Ashley Weymouth BACK ROW Sloan Shade, Alexandra von Kahle, Chelsea Watts, Nellie Johnson, Ashlyn Harrison COACHES David O’Connell, John Gorman, Bill Johnson

2/14 2/19

Monsignor Pace University

42-37 W 59-50 L

2/6 2/8

Cardinal Gibbons University

58-55 W 47-36 L

11/20 11/27 11/28 11/29 12/4 12/6 12/10 12/11 1/7 1/11 1/14 1/15 1/16 1/17 1/22 1/23 1/25 1/28 1/30 1/31

17-7

Stranahan University Somerset Academy Chaminade-Madonna Weinbaum Yeshiva Somerset Academy David Posnack Jewish Day University American Heritage Calvary Christian Academy Berean Christian Coral Springs Charter Cardinal Gibbons St. John Paul II Academy Chaminade-Madonna David Posnack Jewish Day Spanish River Saint Andrew’s Somerset Academy Westminster Academy

50-47 L 65-41 L 55-14 W 54-13 W 48-40 W 50-16 W 63-46 W 67-32 W 42-36 L 58-26 W 53-19 W 41-34 W 51-29 W 56-32 W 55-16 W 51-36 W 48-42 L 57-40 W 66-8 W 69-36 L

WINTER VARSITY CHEERLEADING FRONT ROW Madeline Hurt, Ella Bergner, Kenna Hollander, Maya Gottlieb ROW 2 Skylar Kronrad, Madison Quetgles, Mackenna Riley, Josephine Barry, Allyson Keyes ROW 3 Maria Abello, Alesia De Armas-Kucich, Alessandra Burtin, Taylor Jones, Julia Aronberg BACK ROW Micaela Gutt, Phoebe Ducote, Natalie Tadla, Emma Rende, Kayla Marcus NOT PICTURED Jessica Bary, Lauren Howe COACHES Katie Wilson, Kella Coe

11/30 12/4 12/6 1/10 1/11 1/16 1/17 1/22 1/25 1/29 2/4 2/7 2/11

Boca Raton HS North Broward Prep Somerset Academy Mater Lakes Academy Calvary Christian Cardinal Gibbons St. John Paul II Chaminade-Madonna American Heritage Delray St. Andrew’s Miami Country Day Westlake Prep Cardinal Gibbons

FALL VARSITY CHEERLEADING FRONT ROW Ella Bergner, Carly Gumberg, Yasmina Issa, Kenna Hollander, Lauren Howe, Samantha Finkelberg, Madeline Hurt ROW 2 Sophia Grau, Anabella Kupchik, Riley Haligman, Danielle O’Keefe, Sarrah Ghadiali, Jordanna Berger, Elizabeth Potter BACK ROW Samantha Heller, Lola Aloia, Giovanna Imperiale, Alyssa Mazer, Olivia Musa, Amanda Dear, Maya Gottlieb COACHES Katie Wilson, Kella Coe

8/24 8/31 9/7 9/21 9/28 10/5 10/12 10/19 10/26 11/2

Coral Springs Charter Key West Calvary Christian Academy John Carroll Catholic Benjamin King’s Academy LaSalle Gulliver Prep North Broward Prep Saint Andrew’s

BOYS JV BASKETBALL FALL VARSITY CHEERLEADING

237

BOYS VARSITY CREW

FRONT ROW Chase Cueto, Avinash Patel, Skyler Servillas, Maxim Gluhovskoi, Andrew Delimitros, Spencer Howe, Jake Fucci, Bruce Kolettis, Chris Conklin, Daniel Gurfel, Jack Weiner, Henrik Polatsek, Preston Riley, Maxwell Perlman, Cameron Fallah, Sam Rosenthal, Peter Perri, Jason Manassa, Edwin Hoffman, Benjamin Harvey, Connor Tomchin, Christian Prestegard, Andres De La Puente, Jacob Rosenthal, Reed Andreas, Sean Gershman, Owen Andreas, Zachary Fiedler, Enrico Pradines, Kyle Jacques, Alice Rau NOT PICTURED Connor Bloch, Brandon Karp, Owen Seiner, Michael Wexler COACHES Steven Casey, Kali Mills, Catherine Deni

GIRLS AND BOYS VARSITY CREW 2/1-2/2 2/22-2/23 3/15-3/16 4/6

Novice Regatta Sarasota Invitational Bolles & Epicopal Tri Meet Miami Invitational

4/12-4/13 Tampa Sprints League 4/26-4/28 FSRA State Championships 5/11 TBD Scrimmage

GIRLS VARSITY CREW

FRONT ROW Nikita Dua, Alyssa Vasserman, Danielle Cornick,Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Lauren Rosenberg, Payton Kennelly, Delaney Dardet, Aislinn Sullivan, Nina Couture, Alexandra Rios, Clarissa Zisman, Athena Myers, Mallory Marrero, Amanda Klafter, Alexa Jacques, Haley Strauch, Madeline O’Mahoney, Lauren Pollock, Gabrielle Khoriaty, Lauren Fromkin, Leah Martinez, Nina Hamuy, Elizabeth McMahan, Noam Erez, Kelly Pinilla, Jordanna Berger, Ella Tannenbaum, Ivey Rao, Ally Lo Re BACK ROW Heaven Infinity, Lauren Dawson-Scully, Alaina Ham, Emma Mignocchi, Jourdan Henry, Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle, Alexandra Liff, Lara Jones NOT PICTURED Maria Abello, Isabella Arabia, Priscilla Gomes, Emma Gómez, Yasmina Issa, Venice Junger, Ashlyn McGinn, Alice Rau, Bianca Simons, Daniela Tejada COACHES Kristen Larson, Sarah Sullivan, Samantha Ortega

BOYS VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY 8/24 9/6 9/14

STU Invitational King of the Hill Spanish River XC Invitational 9/21 Pine Crest Invitational 10/6 Nike Great American Cross Country Festival 10/13 Last Chance Invitational 10/23 FHSAA 2A District 15 Championships 11/3 FHSAA 2A Region 4 Championships 11/10 FHSAA 2A State Championships

238

COMMUNITY SPORTS

3rd 3rd 2nd 2nd 17th 10th 1st 3rd 7th

FRONT ROW Adrian Abedon, Gabriel Ortega, Henry Pliske, Jabari Owens, Jack Rizzo, Sebastian Rukes, Hayden Gibson ROW 2 Ari Burns, Joshua Koolik, Lucas Abrams BACK ROW Chase O’Brien, Luke Fatovic, Connor Norris, Connor Berne, Matthew Vega, Maxwell Dudak NOT PICTURED Zachary Blostein, Matthew Buehl, Alan Goff, Ethan Leifert, Nikhil Narwani, Sean Gershman, Kyle Jacques, Will Kirschner, Andrew Pereverzev, Finn Roventini, Ari Segal, Awoyemi LouisWilliams, Amen Thompson, Ausar Thompson, Daniel Yaari COACHES Paul Baur, Laura Carafiello, Jim Griffin, Jim Brown, Shelton McLean, Terri Brown

5/16-5/18 Stotesbury Regatta 5/23-5/26 SRAA Scholastic Nationals TBA Youth Nationals

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY FRONT ROW Sierra Stocker, Elaina Hamuy, Piper Braden, Ivey Rao, Moira Minielly, Kaylie Lawlor ROW 2 Daniella Levitis, Gretchen Montgomery, Tsion Yared, Amanda Schwartz, Avery Kaufman, Ariella Bernick, Alyssa Sherman BACK ROW Elizabeth Torregrosa, Lorrie Axelrod, Cassandra Lawlor NOT PICTURED Bridget Barry, Maya Beleznay, Ella Bishara, Gwyneth Bishara, Alicia Caceres, Emily Faulhaber, Courtney Klar, Haley Kleinman, Elizabeth McMahan, Sarah Schwartz, Chelsea Thompson, Mahdere Yared COACHES Paul Baur, Laura Carafiello, Jim Griffin, Jim Brown, Shelton McLean, Terri Brown

8/24 9/6 9/14

1st 1st 6th 1st 9th 1st 1st 1st 2nd

JV & VARSITY FOOTBALL

FRONT ROW Joshua Lehrman, David Radvany-Roth, Paul Krigger, John Herin, Brian Anderson, Kamran Kadivar, Kadin Katsch, Luke Kessinger, Benjamin Pierce, Konrad Ehmke ROW 2 Graham Gotlieb, Chase Medrano, Anthony Gerard, Devon Vitale, Joseph Angella, Burke Bloom, Clayton Finney, Michael Phillips ROW 3 Halle Rossnan, Andrew Amunategui, Jacob Goldberg, Ryan Zimmerman, Joshua Vlessing, Jacob Rosen, Raul Cepero, Inti Louis-Williams, Nellie Johnson ROW 4 Isabella de Souza, Edon Tamir, Benjamin Brodsky, Justin Cassius, Michael Becker, Daniel Hennelly, Jacob Oletsky, George LeMieux, Ashlyn Harrison ROW 5 Michael Valdes, Benjamin Petri, Jonathan Valdes, Amogh Sriranga, John Santarelli, Matthew Yellin, Nicolas Amunategui, Charles Smith ROW 6 Connor Ockerman, Awoyemi Louis-Williams, Dean Gordon, Anthony Bland, Christopher Chen, Quincy Faison, Colby Geddis, Leonardo Simon BACK ROW Director of Sports Medicine Garrick Edwards, Defensive Backs Coach Mike Sanderson, Defensive Line Coach Bubba Smith, Offensive Line Coach Mike

8/23 8/31 9/6 9/27 10/4 10/11

3-3

Coral Springs Charter 49-0 W Key West 20-14 L Calvary Christian Academy 41-14 L Saint Andrew’s 27-0 W King’s Academy 22-6 W John Carroll Catholic 31-17 L

Hlatki, Operations Coach Pepi Vallejo, Head Coach Troy Harrison, Offensive Coordinator Ladell Betts, Wide Receivers Coach Quincy Faison, Defensive Coordinator Tim Hibbs, Head Trainer Ivan Delgado NOT PICTURED Bryce Emanuel, John Fishman, Steven Friedman, Lucas Green, Sophia Haig, Ariana Hull, Lara Jones, Scott Kean, John Meany, Ezra Mishkel, Ryan Morris, Jeremy Oletsky, Julian Quetgles, Charles Hazleton, Hanna Elks Smith, Linebackers Coach Reggie Givens, Tight Ends Coach Tim Curran, Strength & Conditioning Coach Dominic Napold COACHES Troy Harrison, Tim Hibbs, Ladell Betts, Reggie Givens, Mike Hlatki, Tim Curran, Quincy Faison, Bubba Smith, Mike Sanderson, Pepi Vallejo

VARSITY 8/24 8/31 9/7 9/21 9/28 10/5 10/12 10/19 10/26 11/2

4-6

Coral Springs Charter Key West Calvary Christian Academy John Carroll Catholic Benjamin King’s Academy LaSalle Gulliver Prep North Broward Prep Saint Andrew’s

17-6 W 28-0 W 35-34 W 48-31 L 30-0 L 48-8 W 17-10 W 43-14 L 33-16 L 54-27 W

BOYS VARSITY CREW JV & VARSITY FOOTBALL

239

GIRLS VARSITY DANCE 11/30 1/10 1/16 1/17 1/22 1/25 1/29 2/4 2/7

8/28 9/4 9/6 9/12 9/20 9/26 9/27 10/2 10/4 10/9 10/15 10/22

9/4 9/6 9/11 9/13 9/20 9/25 10/2 10/9 10/15 10/22

240

Boca Raton Mater Lakes Academy Cardinal Gibbons St. John Paul II Academy Chaminade-Madonna American Heritage Saint Andrew’s Miami Country Day Westlake Prep

5-1

North Broward Prep University Cardinal Gibbons & Westminster Academy Morrison Invitational Saint Andrew’s Benjamin Cardinal Gibbons & Westminster Academy North Broward Prep & Village Calvary Christian Academy Archbishop McCarthy FHSAA 1A District 22 Championship FHSAA 1A Region 8 Championships

1-4

North Broward Prep Oxbridge Academy Saint Andrew’s Cardinal Gibbons & Westminster Academy King’s Academy Invitational Oxbridge Academy Cardinal Gibbons & Westminster Academy Archbishop McCarthy FHSAA 1A District 22 Championship FHSAA 1A Region 8 Championships

COMMUNITY SPORTS

FRONT ROW Sydney Kornfeld, Arielle Rothenberg, Carly Gumberg, Lola Aloia BACK ROW Sophia Grau, Danielle O’Keefe, Natalie Rubenstein, Marielle Goldschlag COACHES Katie Wilson

BOYS VARSITY GOLF 165-171 W 155-180 W 1st 4th 162-163 W 301-355 L 1st

FRONT ROW Mitchell Jacobs, Maximilian von Kahle, Dylan Glatt, Rafael Salazar-Paranhos, Samuel Fruit, Dominic Carrera, Zachary Printz, Raj Kumar COACHES Karl Nitowski, Tim Johnson

3rd 155-209 W 157-177 W 1st 5th

GIRLS VARSITY GOLF 187-250 W 136-177 L 152-182 L 2nd 5th 160-196 L 1st 158-218 L 1st 5th

FRONT ROW Sophia Varughese, Ava Friesen, Alexandra Bodmer, Sarah Batta, Avita Clarke, Coach Greg Burton NOT PICTURED Julianne Weiss COACHES Greg Burton

BOYS JV LACROSSE FRONT ROW Ethan Tucker, Josh Klafter, Kelly Dunne, Alexander Ramsden, Michael Staller, Jacob Oletsky BACK ROW Camden Smith, Mitchell Jacobs, Harrison Mullen, Connor Ockerman, Michael Valdes, Nicolas Amunategui, Tyler Bodenweber, Charles Berman NOT PICTURED Jonathan Valdes, Michael Becker, Alec Cantor, Griffin Bodenweber, Lucas Green, Maxwell Gorn COACHES Mark Hoey

2/26 3/13 3/15 3/21 3/23 3/26 4/2 4/3 4/9

King’s Academy Cardinal Gibbons Stoneman Douglas Columbus Bolles Calvary Christian Academy Boca Raton Ransom Everglades Boca Raton

8-5 W TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

BOYS VARSITY LACROSSE FRONT ROW Kyle Martin, Ethan Rubenstein, Ryan Zimmerman, Jacob Rosen, Colby Geddis, Lucas Green ROW 2 Jeremy Oletsky, Joshua Lehrman, Colin Servoss, Christian Garvin, Brandon Marsh, Jonathan Valdes BACK ROW Quincy Faison, David Radvany-Roth, Joshua Vlessing, Ethan Jones, Matthew Yellin, John Conor Zimmerman, Joseph Angella, Dylan Glatt, Kevin Harvey, Michael Becker, Alec Cantor, Baron Fisher COACHES George Harris, Mike Sanderson at the time of publication, this team just began their season

2/22 2/26 2/28 3/1 3/4 3/5 3/7 3/13 3/15 3/21 3/23 3/26 4/3 4/9 4/11 4/16

American Heritage King’s Academy North Broward Prep Coral Glades Coral Springs Charter Taravella Coral Springs Cardinal Gibbons Stoneman Douglas Columbus Bolles Calvary Christian Academy Ransom Everglades Boca Raton American Heritage FHSAA District 27 Semifinals

15-9 L TBD 13-4 W 16-1 W 17-1 W 15-1 W 16-0 W TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

GIRLS JV LACROSSE FRONT ROW Louise Ingham, Alexandra von Kahle, Estefania Monserratt, Isabella Grau, Sophia Varughese, Lauren Goldman, Sophia Reich, Bella Burtin BACK ROW Delaney Gertz, Kathryn Bernstein, Judith Murciano, Emily Davidovic, Omer Erez, Isabelle Ferrando, Marlie Kahan, Cameron Honig, Lily Mintz, Alexis Zammiello NOT PICTURED Carys Edwards COACHES Sarah Paul-Hus, Caitlin Hampton

2/22 2/28 3/5 3/6 3/12 3/14 3/22 3/28 4/5

Spanish River St. Thomas Aquinas St. John Paul II Academy American Heritage Vero Beach Cardinal Gibbons Jupiter St. John Paul II Academy Spanish River

8-4 W 5-4 L 7-4 W 6-3 L TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS VARSITY DANCE GIRLS JV LACROSSE

241

GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE 2/21

American Heritage King’s Academy Oxbridge Academy St. Thomas Aquinas Calvary Christian Academy St. John Paul II Academy Benjamin Vero Beach Cardinal Gibbons Oak Hall Bishop Moore Jupiter American Heritage

2/22 2/26 2/28 3/4 3/5 3/7 3/12 3/14 3/15 3/20 3/22 3/28

19-2 W 17-10 W 14-8 W 15-9 L 18-8 W 14-2 W 16-10 L N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

FRONT ROW Liyeri Spyredes, Rose Rothschild, Chelsea Thompson, Marisa Cefola, Sophia Lehrman, Jolie Shapiro, Ella Bishara, Alexis Logan, Sydney Solomon, Piper Braden, Brianna Spatz BACK ROW Coach Eileen Pliske, Sydney Friedman, Gwyneth Bishara, Maura Pliske, Jordan Vital, Silvia Ballivian, Chloe Maister, Katherine Sullivan, Riley Robertson, Taylor McClain, Alexis Peddy, Kyra Servoss, Sloan Shade, Coach Terri Docal NOT PICTURED Elizabeth Kaplan, Manager Rayna Gordon, Manager Ava Rechter COACHES Eileen Pliske, Terri Savin Docal, Brooke Bal, Ivy Pisani 4/2 4/5

Stoneman Douglas Spanish River

BOYS AND GIRLS SAILING 10th SP 1 @ LYC/ Hollywood 10/20 SP 2 @ US Sailing Center, Martin County 10th 12/8 SP 3 @ SSS (Sarasota) 1/7 16th SP 4 @ Ransom Everglades 3/9 SP 7 @ Davis Island Yacht Club 9/29

11/12 11/14 11/16 11/20 11/27

5-3

Ransom Everglades Oxbridge Academy Saint Andrew’s American Heritage Coral Springs Charter 11/30 Oxbridge Academy 12/5 Benjamin 12/7 Saint Andrew’s

242

COMMUNITY SPORTS

FRONT ROW Molly Schlesinger, Mia Strempack, Isabella Casaretto, Noah Fischer, Ryan Kronrad NOT PICTURED Hannah Sternthal, Christian Ehrnrooth COACHES Arthur Blodgett

GIRLS JV SOCCER 1-0 L 1-0 L 3-1 W 3-0 L 3-0 W 1-0 W 2-1 W 3-0 W

FRONT ROW Haley Kleinman, Erin Schwartz, Ariella Bernick, Delaney Gertz, Daniela Tejada, Marisa Cefola, Daniella Vine, Chelsea Thompson BACK ROW Camryn Herman, Ava Rechter, Samantha Salem, Alix Brudner, Reagan Provo, Denae Boothe, Sophia Lehrman, Kathryn Bernstein, Liyeri Spyredes NOT PICTURED Judith Murciano, Elaina Hamuy COACHES Eileen Pliske, Amber Clark, Laura Carafiello

N/A N/A

4/9 4/11

Ransom Everglaes Martin County

N/A N/A

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER FRONT ROW Liyeri Spyredes, Carys Edwards, Alyssa Sherman, Cameron Honig, Sarah Schwartz, Bridget Barry, Courtney Klar, Allyson Feldman, Rose Rothschild, Sophia Varughese, Ryann Breault BACK ROW Isabelle Seckler, Grace Hancock, Rachel Simpson, Olivia Pettee, Lily Hashemi, Jessica Nedry, Natalie Klar, Grace Pettee, Kaitlyn Keenan, Elizabeth Brown, Sierra Stocker NOT PICTURED Julia Guilfu COACHES Pepi Vallejo, Joe Detomasso 1/19 1/24

Coral Shores University

2-1 L 2-0 L

1/15 1/18

University Marathon

3-0 L 8-0 W

11/12 11/14 11/16 11/20 11/27 11/29 11/30 12/4 12/5 12/7 12/11 12/14 12/19 1/8 1/10 1/11

BOYS JV SOCCER FRONT ROW Jett Zimmerman, Adam Peles , Neil Sachdeva, Theodore Kirkpatrick, Jake Kone, Isaac Martinez, Matthew Amunategui, Jack Nagle, Julian Quetgles, Ezra Mishkel BACK ROW Marcus Kaufman, Roman Khosa, Kirian Babourine, Alexander Davidov, Adeel Markatia, Leonardo Galebe, Enzo Sampaio NOT PICTURED Luke Farlie COACHES Ian Hest, Anthony Stival

1/12 11/14 11/16 11/19 11/27 11/29 12/4 12/5 12/7 12/11

11-8-1

Ransom Everglades American Heritage Somerset Academy Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart Coral Springs Charter Highlands Christian Somerset Academy Calvary Christian Academy Benjamin Saint Andrew’s North Broward Prep Westminster Academy Pompano Beach FAU High Cardinal Gibbons South Florida HEAT

4-4-2

Westminster Academy Archbishop McCarthy Saint Andrew’s Oxbridge Academy Coral Springs Charter Somerset Academy Cardinal Gibbons Oxbridge Academy Saint Andrew’s North Broward Prep

3-1 L 3-2 L 8-3 W 4-1 L 2-1 W 7-0 W 8-0 W 5-0 W 1-0 W 2-0 W 4-2 L 6-0 W 3-1 W 2-0 W 4-0 L 1-1 T

6-0 W 0-0 T 1-0 L 4-0 W 6-1W 7-0 L 0-0 T 2-1 W 3-0 L 3-2 L

BOYS VARSITY SOCCER FRONT ROW Jaimin Khakhria, Ryan Krusch, Luke Joannou, Eli Seiner, Gavin Banta, Daniel Garcia, Aidan Feeney, Jackson Ferrando BACK ROW Rafael SalazarParanhos, John Kirkpatrick, Gavin Sullivan, Benjamin Bernstein, Paul Krigger, Stefano Galebe, Allan Murciano, Graham Gotlieb, Niles Boothe NOT PICTURED Dylan Geller, Michael Saltzman* COACHES Todd Nobles, Jamie Walling 1/18 1/30

Ransom Everglades Cardinal Gibbons

1-0 L 2-0 L

11/12 11/14 11/16 11/19 11/27 11/28 12/1 12/4 12/5 12/7 12/11 12/19 1/8 1/10 1/11 1/15 1/17

10-7-2

Westminster Academy Archbishop McCarthy Somerset Academy Oxbridge Academy Coral Springs Charter Somerset Academy LaSalle Calvary Christian Academy Benjamin Saint Andrew’s North Broward Prep Pompano Beach FAU High Cardinal Gibbons Bolles University Highlands Christian

GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE BOYS VARSITY SOCCER

3-0 W 5-1 L 1-0 L 2-1 W 5-0 W 0-0 T 3-0 L 4-1 W 4-0 W 5-2 W 2-1 W 8-0 W 8-0 W 1-1 T 2-0 L 5-0 L 2-1 W

243

2/21 2/25 3/6 3/7 3/12 3/13 3/18 3/20 3/22 3/25 3/26 3/29 4/1 4/3 4/4 4/8 4/9 4/11 4/24 4/25

St. Brendan Westminister Academy Somerset Academy Trinity Christian Academy St. Brendan University Coral Springs Charter Pompano Beach Highlands Christian Calvary Christian Academy Berean Christian Westminster Academy Great Miami Academy Cardinal Gibbons Berean Christian University Highlands Christian Somerset Academy John Carroll Catholic Calvary Christian Academy

VARSITY SOFTBALL

17-2 W 17-0 L 18-8 W 15-0 W TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

FRONT ROW Melika Borujerdi, Ryann Breault, Saylee Nemade, Jessica Haykov, Alex Bodmer,Ava Friesen, Camila Agudelo BACK ROW Lindsey Eldridge, Ashley Aronson, Sami Restrepo-Stier, Sophia Haig, Ariana Hull, Ashley Weymouth, Allison Trebbi NOT PICTURED Chelsea Watts COACHES Bill Johnson, Mike Thompson, Caitlin Hampton, Casey Cruzpino at the time of publication, this team just began their season

BOYS VARSITY SWIMMING AND DIVING 9/7 9/12 9/15 9/21 9/21 9/22 9/26

8-2

Somerset Academy University Bolles Invitational American Heritage South Florida HEAT Shark Invitational Calvary Christian Academy 9/26 Chaminade-Madonna 9/28 Westminster Academy 9/29 FSPA Invitational 10/10 Ransom Everglades 10/12 Bolles 10/13 Woodson Invitational 10/20 Saint Andrew’s 11/2 FHSAA 1A District 11 Championships 11/9 FHSAA 1A Region 4 Championships 11/16 FHSAA 1A State Championships

139-35 W 118-60 W 2nd of 17 116-67 W 152-17 W 2nd of 10 149-33 W 144-30 W 194-74 W 22nd of 27 140-43 W 87-52 L 3rd 100-85 L 1st of 10

FRONT ROW Roman Ferrara, Ronin Jones, Adam Shiff, Jacob Silberman, Denny Gulia-Janovski, Allen Levitis ROW 2 Luc Ferrara, Christopher Martinez, Matthew Petreski, Antony Novak, Erick Zepeda BACK ROW Elvis Kotikovski, Nicholas Vale, James Hart, Joshua Hanks, Victor Lago NOT PICTURED Benjamin Bernstein, Wyatt Denhard, Danyal Ghadiali, Eldar Khismatullin, Kevin Mendez COACHES Mariusz Podkoschielny, Janet Gabriel, Danny Palmiotto, Ewa Dorante, Katelyn Miller

2nd of 24 5th of 32

GIRLS VARSITY SWIMMING AND DIVING 9/7 9/12 9/15 9/21 9/21 9/22 9/26 9/26 9/28 9/29 10/10 10/12 10/13 10/20 11/2 11/9 11/16

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13-0

FRONT ROW Madison Kozel, Lily Soldani, Sara Lin ROW 2 Rose 146-33 W Somerset Academy Rothschild, Cara Virgin, Esther Lin, 125-61 W University Emma Gomez, Shiraz Shiff, Lauren 2nd of 18 Bolles Invitational Noyola, Hannah Virgin, Ishani Singh, 138-45 W American Heritage Tiana Brannan, Kirra Reid BACK ROW 151-31 W South Florida HEAT Julia Morrissey, Hanna Elks Smith, 1st of 9 Shark Invitational Flora Beleznay, Lara Jones, Riley 137-49 W Botting, Daniela Munoz, Simone Vale, Calvary Christian Academy Andrea Santander, Rachel Botting, Chaminade-Madonna 149-26 W Julia Podkoscielny, Nadezhda Yanova, Westminster Academy 223-74 W Brooke Cordoba, Ava Andersen 22nd of 27 FSPA Invitational NOT PICTURED Haley Cisewski, Sarrah 152-31 W Ransom Everglades Ghadiali, Kaylee Greenberg, 98-42 W Bolles Alexandra Meszaros, Molly See, Woodson Invitational 1st Miraa Shukla, Natalie Tadla, Alyssa Saint Andrew’s 107-79 L Vasserman FHSAA 1A District 11 1st of 10 COACHES Mariusz Podkoschielny, Janet Championships Gabriel, Danny Palmiotto, Ewa FHSAA 1A Region 4 1st of 23 Dorante, Katelyn Miller Championships 2nd of 30 FHSAA 1A State Championships

COMMUNITY SPORTS

BOYS VARSITY TENNIS FRONT ROW Jonathan Fromkin, Justinsoye Thomas, Mason Weisfisch, Owen Medrano, Zaid Abuhamda, Zachary Printz BACK ROW Diego D’Agostino, Daniel Gale, David Lins, Bobby Genovese, Ben Bernstein, Andrew Pereverzev, Raj Kumar COACHES Farhan Malik, Casey Hammaway

2/20 2/26 3/11 3/13 3/19 3/21 3/27 4/2 4/4 4/9

American Heritage Somerset Academy Saint Andrews American Heritage University Cardinal Gibbons North Broward Prep Coral Springs Charter Boca Raton Archbishop McCarthy

5-1 L 5-0 W TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS FRONT ROW Katherine Minielly, Akasha Urhobo, Michaela Landry, Cookie Zaki BACK ROW Lally Lavin, Jessica Goempel, Juliana Kislin, Jessy Siegel, Amanda Klafter NOT PICTURED Emily Morgan, Hanna Elks Smith COACHES Alessio Mollo, Casey Hamaway

2/20 2/26 3/11 3/13 3/19 3/21 3/27 4/2 4/4 4/9

American Heritage Somerset Academy Saint Andrew’s American Heritage University Cardinal Gibbons North Broward Prep Coral Springs Charter Boca Raton Archbishop McCarthy

5-2 L 4-0 W TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

BOYS VARSITY TRACK & FIELD FRONT ROW Joshua Loewenstern, Connor Colton, Derek Pfeffer, Lucas Abrams, Jabari Owens, Sebastian Rukes, Gabriel Ortega, Jack Rizzo, Ethan Smith, Julian Bazo ROW 2 Ben Krut, Luke Joannou, Jack Karasin, Matthew Vega Chase O’Brien, Daniel Yaari, Joshua Mahabeer, Daniel Hennelly, Josh Abbott BACK ROW Trey Santarelli, David Alkon, Alexander Wilentz Bryce Emanuel, Aidan Veghte, Clayton Finney, Jake Goldberg, Zach Goldstein, Joshua Gellman, Christos Kokinakos, Donovan Wu NOT PICTURED Aashay Badgamia, Connor Berne, Evan Cholerton, Luke Fatovic, Leo Ghiloni, Shaurnav Ghosh, Langdon Jones, Chase Medrano, Dimitri Pezaris, Malcolm Wigder, Jonathan Williams, Eden Williams, Inti Williams COACHES Paul Baur, Tim Hibbs, Shelton McLean, Reggie Givens, Amber Clark, Jim Griffin, Jim Brown, Dr. Jeffrey Elliot, Terri Brown 4/27 5/3

FHSAA 2A Region 4 TBD Championships FHSAA 2A State TBD Championships

at the time of publication, this team had just started their season

4/3 4/12

Fort Lauderdale City TBD Championships FHSAA 2A District TBD 15 Championships

3/26 3/28

Calvary Christian TBD Academy JV and MS Invitational Pepsi Florida Relays

2/15 Calvary Christian Meet 2/23 Pine Crest Varsity Open 3/2 Panther Relays 3/8

6th of 8 3rd of 12 3rd of 15 TBD

Calvary Christian Academy Eagles Invitational 3/15 Miami TBD Hurricane Invitational TBD 3/16 Ransom Everglades Freshmen/ Sophomore Meet TBD 3/22 FSU Relays 3/23 Westminster TBD Academy Varsity Invitational

VARSITY SOFTBALL BOYS VARSITY TRACK & FIELD

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GIRLS VARSITY TRACK & FIELD 2/15 Calvary Christian Meet 2/23 Pine Crest Varsity Open 3/2 Panther Relays 3/8

FRONT ROW Nellie Johnson, Elizabeth Brown, Ashleigh Clark, Natalie Klar, Gabriella Pearl ROW 2 Ally Lo Re, Catrina Reyes, Libby Torregrosa, Emily Faulhaber, Sierra Stocker, Gretchen Montgomery, Katherine Minielly, Ally Caceres BACK ROW Ella Taub, Haley Kleinman, Courtney Klar, Daniella Levitis, Jolie Albinder, Kaylie Lawlor, Samantha Sandow, Lilly McCarthy NOT PICTURED Salma Abuhamda, Lorrie Axelrod, Maya Beleznay, Ryan Dudak, Elaina Hamuy, Grace Hancock, Avery Kaufman, Cassie Lawlor, Sarah Sanda, Mahdere Yared, Tsion Yared COACHES Paul Baur, Tim Hibbs, Shelton McLean, Reggie Givens, Amber Clark, Jim Griffin, Jim Brown, Dr. Jeffrey Elliot, Terri Brown

3rd of 8 1st of 14 1st of 13 TBD

Calvary Christian Academy Eagles Invitational 3/15 Miami TBD Hurricane Invitational 3/16 Ransom TBD Everglades Freshmen/ Sophomore Meet TBD 3/22 FSU Relays TBD 3/23 Westminster Academy Varsity Invitational

3/26 3/28

Calvary Christian TBD Academy JV and MS Invitational Pepsi Florida Relays

8/21 8/24 8/28 8/30 9/6 9/12 9/17 9/25 9/27 10/2

3-10

COMMUNITY SPORTS

FRONT ROW Coach Wei-Hao Wu, Nathan Goldman, Hayden Gibson, Paul Krigger, Jonathan Shah, Henry Pliske, John Herin, Anthony Novak ROW 2 Coach Aaron Gillego, Enzo Sampaio, Harold Bergner, Adeel Markatia, Zachary Fiedler, Justin Guilfu, Coach Preneat Wu BACK ROW Daniel Rutstein, Myles Guillaume, Michael Viera, Marshal Schepps, Justin Cassius, Dean Gordon NOT PICTURED Stefano Galebe, Leonardo Galebe COACHES Aaron Gillego, Wei-Hao Wu, Preneat Wu

3-0 W 3-0 L 3-1 L 3-0 L TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS JV VOLLEYBALL

Benjamin Ransom Everglades University Somerset Academy Oxbridge Academy Cardinal Gibbons Boca Raton Chaminade-Madonna Westminster Christian Calvary Christian Academy 10/9 Archbishop McCarthy 10/10 Saint Andrew’s 10/11 St. Thomas Aquinas

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4/12

Fort Lauderdale City TBD Championships FHSAA 2A District TBD 15 Championships

4/27 5/3

FHSAA 2A Region 4 TBD Championships FHSAA 2A State TBD Championships

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

BOYS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL 2/26 Piper 2/28 Sports Leadership & Management 3/5 St. Thomas Aquinas 3/7 Western 3/12 ChaminadeMadonna 3/14 Fort Lauderdale 3/19 South Broward 3/21 Nova 3/26 Suncoast 3/27 Cardinal Gibbons 3/29 Palm Beach Classic -3/30 4/3 South Plantation 4/9 ChaminadeMadonna 4/12 Coral Springs

4/3

2-1 L 2-0 L 2-0 W 2-0 W 2-1 L 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-1 L 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-1 W 2-0 L

FRONT ROW Maya Cacenco, Erin Gotlieb, Kyra Servoss ROW 2 Victoria Gordon, Alexis Zammiello, Arielle Kaplan, Riley Robertson BACK ROW Reagan Provo, Abigail Edwards, Sloan Shade NOT PICTURED Ana Bordin COACHES Steven Lucouk, Preneat Wu

GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL FRONT ROW Arielle Ghiloni, Salomé Slatkoff, Julia Gordon, Mia James ROW 2 Ilana Shapiro, Cassidy Robertson, Madeleine Fowler, Carley Blake, Sarah Hancock BACK ROW Ashley Gold, Isabelle Hill, Cianna Tejada, Hannah Fowler, Kelli Blake COACHES Albert Sturgeon, Nicole Russell, Wei-Hao Wu

9/27 10/2

Westminister Christian Calvary Christian Academy 10/9 Archbishop McCarthy 10/10 Saint Andrew’s 10/11 St. Thomas Aquinas 10/16 Cardinal Gibbons

3-0 L 3-2 L 3-1W 3-0 W 3-0 L 3-2 L

8/21 8/24 8/28 8/30 9/6 9/12 9/14 9/14 9/15 9/15 9/15 9/17 9/21 9/21 9/21 9/22 9/22 9/22 9/22 9/25

13-13

Benjamin Ransom Everglades University Somerset Academy Oxbridge Academy Cardinal Gibbons Tampa Prep Fort Myers Plant Riverview Sarasota Port Charlotte Boca Raton Scottsdale Christian Academy Sunnyslope Jesuit Hagerty Mountain Pointe Northside Eastlake Chaminade-Madonna

3-2 W 3-1L 3-1W 3-0 W 3-2 W 3-0 W 2-0 W 2-1L 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-0 W 3-0 W 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-0 L 2-1L 2-0 L 2-0 W 2-0 W 3-2 W

BOYS VARSITY WEIGHTLIFTING FRONT ROW Daniel Queen, George LeMieux, Nino Pusateri, John Fishman BACK ROW Kadin Katsch, Aashay Badgamia, Antony Novak, Bryce Emanuel, Andrew Amunategui, Jacob Goldberg, Inti Louis-Williams NOT PICTURED Anthony Bonfiglio, Thomas Ferro, Clayton Finney, Gregory Gorbachev, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Trevor Hofmann, Luke Kessinger, Ilan Klimberg, John Kolettis, Pryce Markson, Ellis Osborn, Oliver Perez, Matthew Prevor, Rishabh Sandhu, Amogh Sriranga COACHES Tim Hibbs, Karl Nitowski

1/31 2/6 2/20 2/21 2/27 3/6 3/13

Archbishop McCarthy American Heritage (Plantation) Olympic Heights Archbishop McCarthy American Heritage (Plantation) Pine Crest American Heritage (Plantation)

1st 1st 2nd 2nd 1st 1st TBD

at the time of publication, this team just began their season

GIRLS VARSITY WEIGHTLIFTING FRONT ROW Maura Pliske, Ashleigh Clark, Gillian Cohen, Delaney Dardet, Vanessa Wildman. Kiara Garcia, Emma Mignocchi, Alana Friedlander BACK ROW Alexa Jacques, Lauren Fromkin, Katherine Sullivan, Alexandra Carr, Emma Feirstein, Emma Svendsen, Hailey Bharadwa, Ayesha Minhas, Allison Trebbi COACHES Tim Hibbs

11/6 11/13 11/20 11/27 12/11 1/8 1/11 1/19 1/26

Archbishop McCarthy #1 Archbishop McCarthy #2 Pine Crest #1 Gulliver Prep #1 Archbishop McCarthy #4 Boca Raton #1 Pine Crest #2 FHSAA Class 1A District 16 Championship FHSAA Class 1A Region 8 Championship

GIRLS VARSITY TRACK & FIELD GIRLS VARSITY WEIGHTLIFTING

2nd 2nd 2nd 1st 2nd 1st 2nd 4th 13th

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Rows of tables as far as the eye goes.

The atrium is

transformed. Signs. Members with sign-up sheets. Offering food. You weave through the tables. International relations. Computer science. Clubs you couldn’t even imagine existed. You tentatively sign your name. Meetings in classrooms. Before school. After school. Lively debates with the Party for Common Ground.

Pizza at meetings. Florida Math League competitions.

Trips to New York City with the Jewish Heritage Club. Beach cleanups with the Environmental Action Club. First school chapter of the ACLU. People share your interests. Culture, academics, entertainment. Rehearsing multicultural dances. Making friends. Memories. Awaiting meetings.

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COMMUNITY CLUBS

AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION

FRONT ROW Reagan Provo, Ariella Bernick, Yuvraj Tuli, Avery Kaufman, Ari Burns, Ayesha Minhas, Jack Weiner BACK ROW Olivia Morris, Maya El-Sharif, John Kolettis, Pedro Ribeiro, Marlie Kahan, Finn Roventini, Bianca Simons

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB

FRONT ROW Dominic Carrera, John Kirkpatrick, John Meany, Diego D’Agostino, Alexandra Meszaros, Joseph James Gray, Emma Feirstein, Hailey Bharadwa, Kiara Garcia

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE OF DEEP LEARNING FRONT ROW Rodrigo Castellon, Ellis Osborn, Ivey Rao, Chase Cueto ROW 2 Evan Cholerton, Ovik Das, Shaurnav Ghosh, Daniella Levitis, Melika Borujerdi ROW 3 Maya El-Sharif, Gabriel Moncau, Jake Malis, William Kirschner BACK ROW Annalise Selden, Maya Beleznay

ASIAN HERITAGE AND CULTURE CLUB

FRONT ROW Simran Wadhwa, Ross Bauman, Alexis Bernstein, Lily Volper, Samantha Gonzalez, Madison Mazer, Tristan Pyle ROW 2 Alan Goff, Lorrie Axelrod, Sydney Spector, Andrew Chung, Benjamin Stahl, Silvia Ballivian BACK ROW Zaid Abuhamda, Christopher Chen, Vanessa Wildman, Rodrigo Castellon, Brence Platner

ASTRONOMY CLUB

FRONT ROW Bryce Emanuel, Christopher Martinez, Matthew Khoriaty, Camila Agudelo ROW 2 Shaurnav Ghosh, Ethan Jones, Lily Volper, Mark Rozencwaig, Jennifer Wolters, Drew Morris, Nathan Goldman, Sebastian Rukes, Sophia Varughese BACK ROW Jacob Reich, Jeremy Morris, Alexandra Bancroft, Ryan McCue, Kyle Jacques, John Kolettis, Hank Ingham, Olivia Varughese, Andrés Restrepo, John Ricotta, Samantha Sandow, Estefania Monserratt, Taylor Jones

BLACK STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

FRONT ROW Salma Abuhamda, Avita Clarke, Ashleigh Clark, Bryce Emanuel, Bianca Simons, Savannah Stocker, Jabari Owens ROW 2 Henry Pliske, Aislinn Sullivan, Olivia Varughese, Nina Long, Kofi Meighan, Nina Couture, Eli Couture ROW 3 Luke Fatovic, Myles Guillaume, Eden Williams, Jonathan Williams, Chelsea Watts, Sierra Stocker,Yasmina Issa ROW 4 Denae Boothe, John Kirkpatrick, Diego D’Agostino, Michael Vega, John Meany, Ezra Mishkel BACK ROW Daniela Tejada, Sophia Varughese, Julia Guilfu, Chelsea Thompson, Ian Pollock

AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION BLACK STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

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BRAZILIAN CLUB

FRONT ROW Deborah Ades, Natalie Rubenstein, Julia Tannenbaum, Julianne Weiss, Madison Smith BACK ROW Cesar Ades, Gabriel Aguiar, Enzo Sampaio, Dimitri Politano, Enrico Pradines, Justin Cassius, Ethan Rubenstein, Mr. Ezequiel Guanire

BUSINESS CLUB

FRONT ROW Jacob Wallberg, Katherine Heatzig, Lakshmi Singh, Jessica Haykov, Natalie Berman, Oliver Perez, Alexander Wilentz, Mr. Angel Perez ROW 2 Dimitri Politano, Shaurnav Ghosh, Lauren Goldman, Alexandra Bodmer, Sophia Varughese, Taylor Jones, Raj Jain, Cesar Ades ROW 3 Jestine Siegel, Harris Gevinson, Nino Pusateri, Owen Medrano, Charlie Berman, Isaac Singer, Joshua Klafter BACK ROW Enrico Pradines, Jared Gould, Giuliana Cascarano, Nina Hamuy, Saanvi Paharia, Maxwell Gorn, Harrison Mullen, Lucas Green, Matthew Prevor

CANCER AWARENESS CLUB/TEENS OF PINK RIBBON FRONT ROW Rebecca Fernandez, Erin Schwartz, Ryan Dudak BACK ROW Maya Harpaz, Liza Goldstone, Alice Rau

CHESS CLUB

FRONT ROW Dylan Friedland, Daniella Levitis, Charles Del Vecchio, Ethan Flores, Ryan Krusch, Jonathan Williams, Donovan Wu, Christos Kokinakos, Kyle Jacques, Eldar Khismatullin BACK ROW Julian Bazo, Sean Gershman, Erick Zepeda

CLUB COUTURE

FRONT ROW Jacob Honig, Alexandra Valad, Sharon Yuz, Julia Engelhardt, Valentina Pope, Kassidy Angelo, Daniel Bolja

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

FRONT ROW Emily Roy, Hank Ingham, Gabriel Ortega, Elizabeth Brown, Bianca Simons, Mark Rozencwaig, Lily Volper ROW 2 Christian Ehrnrooth, Eve Rosenthal, Olivia Varughese, Mason Berger, Clara Nguyen, Katharina Eibel ROW 3 Michael Vega, Ryan McCue, Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez ROW 4 David Alkon, Henrik Polatsek, Matthew Vega, Hannah Sternthal, Daria Peppler BACK ROW John Kirkpatrick, Dylan Glatt, Jessica Gross, Kenna Hollander, Isabelle Seckler, Diego D’Agostino, Benjamin Pierce

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COMMUNITY CLUBS

CRIMINOLOGY CLUB

FRONT ROW Arielle Rothenberg, Justin Cassius, Jake Fucci, Jolie Shapiro, Elizabeth Kaplan, Jordan Vital, Kelly Dunne BACK ROW Molly Schlesinger, Nathan Malkin, Rayna Gordon, Yasmina Issa, Grace Pettee, Haley Kleinman, Caroline Mederos

CULINARY CLUB

FRONT ROW Jolie Shapiro, Paul Krigger, Matthew Yellin, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Taryn Herman, Samantha Finkelberg, Sydney Solomon, Camryn Herman, Ava Rechter ROW 2 John Meany, Layla Can, James Dudgeon, Ana Casado, Julia Barr, Alesia De Armas-Kucich, Sabrina Kreiss, Natalia Hauser, Samara Ginsberg ROW 3 Daniel Marsh, Adam Korsunsky, Justin Cassius, Joshua Perper, Jordanna Berger, Ella Tannenbaum, Danielle Cornick, Isabelle Ferrando, Riley Haligman, Brooke Greenfield, Jestine Siegel, Annalise Selden BACK ROW Konrad Ehmke, Devon Vitale, Elizabeth McMahan, Connor Bloch, Marielle Goldschlag, Madeline Hurt, Giovanna Imperiale, Marlie Kahan, Marisa Cefola, Brianna Perez

DEBATE

FRONT ROW Mr. Daniel Lewis, Ester Kislin, Avery Kaufman, Elizabeth Buehl, Ariella Bernick ROW 2 Pedro Ribeiro, Olivia Morris, Saanvi Paharia, Jason Jacobs BACK ROW Eli Couture, Julian Daszkal, Maya El-Sharif, Yuvraj Tuli, Harold Bergner, Edon Tamir

DECA

FRONT ROW John Kirkpatrick, Diego D’Agostino, John Meany, Niles Boothe ROW 2 Evan Dash, Joshua Perper, Holden Goldberg, Joshua Lehrman, Ethan Berman, Maya Harpaz, Sophia Reich, Nina Hamuy, Harris Gevinson, Jessica Gross, Kenna Hollander, Hannah Sternthal, Maya Beleznay ROW 3 Shaurnav Ghosh, Oliver Perez, Natalie Berman, Zachary Printz, Blake Kravitz, Jared Gould, Ian Pollock, Giuliana Cascarano, Noah Fischer, Lauren James, Joshua Taney ROW 4 Dimitri Pezaris, Chase Cueto, Sterling Kalogeras, David Mannis, Ryan Morris, Benjamin Wilen, Jordan Taney, Jacob Wallberg, Sarika Batta ROW 5 Maxwell Perlman, Jonathan Williams, Lucas Abrams, Adeel Markatia, Elaina Hamuy, Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Danielle Cornick, Ella Tannenbaum, Ally Lo Re, Carys Edwards ROW 6 Ethan Rubenstein, Connor Norris, Michael Wexler, Ryan Krusch, Colin Servoss, Jason Tsang, Ari Segal, Alexander Wilentz, Jonathan Kahn, Emma Goldstein, Alexis Peddy ROW 7 Isabelle Ferrando, Ester Kislin, Nino Pusateri, Daniela Tejada, Bridget Barry, Lakshmi Singh, Kelly Pinilla, Brett Korsunsky, Justin Koolik ROW 8 Melissa Damasceno, Katie Stewart, Brianna Perez, Zackary Isaacson, Marc Lazarus, Delaney Gertz, Victoria van Woerkom, Caroline Kotite, Ella Bergner, Brooke Greenfield ROW 9 Maxim Gluhovskoi, Denny Gulia-Janovski, Ryan Kronrad, Charlie Berman, Ashley Aronson, Molly Schlesinger, Jordan Vital, Gwyneth Bishara BACK ROW Victoria Lemigova, Julianne Weiss, Aaron Bloch, Connor Bloch, Dylan Glatt, Kathryn Bernstein, Ava Rechter, Jordanna Berger, Jolie Albinder, Haley Kleinman, Ella Bishara

DRAMA CLUB

FRONT ROW Louise Ingham, Alina Virga, Erin Wiegman, Alexandra Venegas, Cayleigh Pine, Hannah Maister, Arianna Pantalone, Jade Klacko, Suttyn Simon, Mary Beighley BACK ROW Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez, Sebastian Rukes, Joshua Perper, Emily Roy, Holden Goldberg, Maya Harpaz, Daria Peppler, John Ricotta

EDUCATION IN THE NATION CLUB

FRONT ROW Myles Guillaume, Ronald Paez, Luke Kreysar, Simon Kassman, Maxim Gluhovskoi, Daniel Cohen, Denny Gulia-Janovski, Ashton Mahfood, Lara Jones ROW 2 Henrik Polatsek, David Alkon, Matthew Vega, Jack Weiner, Gillian Cohen, Hannah Sternthal, Kenna Hollander, Hanna Elks Smith, Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez BACK ROW Benjamin Pierce

BRAZILIAN CLUB EDUCATION IN THE NATION CLUB

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ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION CLUB

FRONT ROW Mrs. Sarah Vatland, Siddharth Sundararaman, Kyle Jacques, Adrian Abedon, Catrina Reyes, Lucas Abrams, Lorrie Axelrod, Sierra Stocker, Spencer Bauman, Matthew Buehl, Paul Krigger ROW 2 Elizabeth Brown, Ross Bauman, Hayden Gibson, Cassandra Lawlor, Chase O’Brien, Andrew Chung, Katharina Eibel, Julia Borisiak, Joshua Grover, Brence Platner BACK ROW Eden Williams, Jonathan Williams, Sydney Spector, Mason Berger, Marlie Kahan, Jacqueline Fogel, Maya Beleznay

ESPORTS CLUB

FRONT ROW Adam Rodriguez, John Coon, Max Karmin, George LeMieux ROW 2 Peter Perri, Benjamin Alboucrek, Benjamin Berger, Jason Manassa, Samuel Rosenthal, John Santarelli, Julian Bazo, Sebastian Rukes ROW 3 Preston Riley, Langdon Jones, Ethan Flores, Chase O’Brien, Kyle Jacques, Benjamin Harvey, Sean Gershman BACK ROW Siddharth Sundararaman, Christos Kokinakos

ETIQUETTE CLUB

FRONT ROW Mrs. Katherine Rice, Ezra Mishkel, Anthony Gerard, Ana Casado

FILM CLUB

FRONT ROW Anabella Kupchik, Kaitlyn Keenan, Lea Srebrenik, Natalia Hauser, Lola Aloia, Camryn Fischer BACK ROW Anthony Gerard, Daria Peppler, Elizabeth Torregrosa, Amanda Schwartz, Tsion Yared, Yasmina Issa, Annalise Selden, Sarah Schwartz

FISHING CLUB

FRONT ROW Dylan Friedland, Charles Del Vecchio, Samuel Krassan, Max Karmin, Benjamin Alboucrek, John Santarelli, Donovan Wu

FRENCH CLUB

FRONT ROW Cesar Ades ROW 2 Andrea Sin, James Dudgeon, Melissa Damasceno, Taryn Herman, Annalise Selden, Shiraz Shiff, Jestine Siegel, Katherine Heatzig BACK ROW Camille Belanger, Emily Roy, Erin Wiegman, Sydni Zfira, Brianna Perez, Alana van Woerkom, Victoria van Woerkom, Maya Beleznay, Olivia Pettee

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COMMUNITY CLUBS

GAY-STRAIGHT ALLIANCE

FRONT ROW Emily Kus, Bianca Simons, Nina Couture, Sofia Restrepo, Silvia Ballivian, Holden Goldberg, Ayesha Minhas ROW 2 Finn Roventini, Avita Clarke, Aislinn Sullivan, Savannah Stocker, Cayleigh Pine, Elizabeth McMahan, Fatima Minhas BACK ROW Valerie Carver, Cassandra Lawlor, Ashleigh Clark, Marlie Kahan

GENDER EQUALITY CLUB

FRONT ROW Ariella Bernick, Fatima Minhas, Clarissa Zisman, Yasmina Issa, Brooke Greenfield, Rayna Gordon, Saylee Nemade, Louise Ingham, Alexandra Bodmer, Lara Jones ROW 2 Grace Hancock, Ayesha Minhas, Aislinn Sullivan, Eric Shagrin, Sofia Restrepo, Marlie Kahan, Alyssa Mazer, Marielle Goldschlag, Alexa Hackman, Reagan Provo ROW 3 Savannah Stocker, Denae Boothe, Isabella Grau, Samantha Sandow, Estefania Monserratt, Bianca Simons, Ella Bergner, Camryn Herman, Allyson Keyes ROW 4 Alexandra Bancroft, Lily Mintz, Phoebe Ducote, Maria Abello, Alicia Caceres, Olivia Morris, Nadezhda Yanova, Haley Kleinman, Courtney Klar, Zaria Pirani, Emilia Velasquez ROW 5 Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez, Kyra Servoss, Ava Friesen, Hanna Elks Smith, Ashley Aronson, Jordanna Berger, Jolie Albinder BACK ROW Emily Faulhauber, Leah Martinez, Cameron Honig

GERMAN CLUB

FRONT ROW Christian Ehrnrooth, Alexis Bernstein, Emily Roy, Alex Fernandez-Guckes, Christian Prestegard, Hank Ingham, Clarissa Zisman ROW 2 Andrew Chung, Nino Pusateri, Simran Wadhwa, Louise Ingham, Ayesha Minhas, Lauren Goldman BACK ROW Samantha Gonzalez, Madison Mazer, Valerie Carver, Daria Peppler, Mark Rozencwaig, Drew Morris

GLEE CLUB

FRONT ROW Nina Hamuy, Jade Klacko, Mynda Barenholtz, Caroline Morrissey ROW 2 Mary Beighley, Tarini Padmanabhan, Ari Burns, Ana Bordin, Alicia Caceres, Maya Harpaz, Saanvi Paharia, Isabella Arabia, Dominic Johnson ROW 3 Camila Agudelo, Sophia Reich, Daniel Hennelly, Alexandra Bancroft, Aidan Veghte BACK ROW Jeremy Berkun, Suttyn Simon, Natalie Tadla, Kaylie Lawlor, Karene Hermon

GLOBAL ASTRONOMY CLUB

FRONT ROW Lily Mintz ROW 2 Ari Burns ROW 3 Ari Segal, Avery Kaufman, Benjamin Berger, Michael Wexler, Donovan Wu BACK ROW Alexander Wilentz, Jonathan Kahn, Charles Del Vecchio

HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND FITNESS AWARENESS CLUB FRONT ROW Ishani Singh, Bianca Simons, Rose Rothschild, Elizabeth Brown, Samantha Gonzalez, Natalia Hauser, Salome Slatkoff, Danna Martinez, Ross Bauman BACK ROW Jack Rizzo, Shayne Pollock, Saumya Jain, Lauren Fromkin, Sarah Rodriguez, Salma Abuhamda, Meghna Sharma, Jabari Owens, Sebastian Martinez, John Meany

ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION CLUB HEALTH, NURTITION, AND FITNESS AWARENESS CLUB

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HIP HOP CLUB

FRONT ROW John Meany, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Natalie Rubenstein, Lola Aloia, Natalia Hauser, Erin Wiegman, Savannah Stocker, Julia Tannenbaum, Bianca Simons ROW 2 Diego D’Agostino, Niles Boothe, Sophia Reich, Carly Gumberg, Danielle O’Keefe, Jestine Siegel, Elizabeth Kaplan BACK ROW John Kirkpatrick, Matthew Yellin, Dylan Glatt, Alex Ramsden, Sabrina Kreiss, Arielle Rothenberg, Jolie Shapiro

INDIAN HERITAGE CLUB

FRONT ROW Ishani Singh, Madhuri Lalwani, Zaria Pirani, Sarrah Ghadiali, Saumya Jain BACK ROW Amogh Sriranga, Sumeet Gulati, Drew Morris, Adeel Markatia, Jennifer Wolters, Zia Pirani, Saanvi Paharia, Ai Shono

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUB

FRONT ROW Ryan Dudak, Yuvraj Tuli, Owen Seiner, Lauren Pollock, Elizabeth Brown, Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle, Sydni Zfira, Alana van Woerkom

INVESTING CLUB

FRONT ROW Benjamin Wilen, Lucas Abrams, Harold Bergner, Edon Tamir, Ezra Mishkel, Mr. Angel Perez, Jacob Rosen, Natalie Berman, Oliver Perez, Shaurnav Ghosh, Jonathan Williams, Ari Wilson, Ryan Morris

JEWISH ATHLETES ASSOCATION

FRONT ROW Ilana Shapiro, Natalie Klar, Julia Tannenbaum, Jacob Oletsky, Jeremy Oletsky, Haley Mordis, Allyson Feldman, Julianne Weiss, Aaron Bloch ROW 2 Camryn Herman, Courtney Klar, Juliana Kislin, Victoria Lemigova, Madison Dearman, Catherine Conklin, Joshua Lehrman, Connor Bloch, David Radvany-Roth ROW 3 Cameron Honig, Rose Rothschild, Molly See, Haley Kleinman, Samantha Gonzalez, Madison Mazer, Sydney Solomon ROW 4 Alexandra Liff, Alyssa Mazer, Daniel Marsh, Brandon Marsh, Brett Korsunsky, John Fishman, Alex Ramsden, Alex FernandezGuckes ROW 5 Ava Rechter, Allyson Keyes, Ashley Aronson, Jordanna Berger, Jolie Albinder, Dylan Glatt, Matthew Yellin BACK ROW Jack Weiner, Ilan Klimberg, Gillian Cohen, Audrey Hollo, Isabelle Seckler, Adam Korsunsky, Justin Cassius

JEWISH HERITAGE CLUB

FRONT ROW Mr. Gary Friedman, Deborah Ades, Natalie Rubenstein, Haley Mordis, Courtney Klar, Haley Kleinman, Alexis Bernstein BACK ROW Molly See, Rose Rothschild, Ethan Kaufman, Connor Bloch, Aaron Bloch, Juliana Kislin, Julia Tannenbaum, Natalie Berman, Mark Rozencwaig, Lauren Goldman, Avery Kaufman, Ari Segal, Benjamin Berger

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COMMUNITY CLUBS

LATINX STUDENT ASSOCATION

FRONT ROW Silvia Ballivian, Sarah Rodriguez, Sofia Restrepo, Alex Fernandez-Guckes, Christian Prestegard, Andrés Restrepo, Eli Seiner, Ilan Klimberg ROW 2 Amanda Klafter, Molly See, Cassandra Lawlor, Leah Martinez, Alesia De Armas-Kucich, Ana Bordin, Alicia Caceres, Nina Long, Jack Weiner ROW 3 Michael Vega, Mark Rozencwaig, Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez, Hank Ingham, Tristan Pyle, Kevin Mendez ROW 4 Ian Pollock, Olivia Varughese, Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Ally Lo Re, Camila Agudelo, Matthew Yellin BACK ROW Micaela Gutt, Daniela Tejada, Phoebe Ducote, Melissa Damasceno, Katie Stewart

MOCK TRIAL

FRONT ROW Maya Cacenco, Suttyn Simon, Mynda Barenholtz, Alexis Bernstein BACK ROW Benjamin Stahl, Hailee Cono, Matthew Shore, Lakshmi Singh, Jason Jacobs

MODEL CONGRESS

FRONT ROW Mr. Gary Friedman ROW 2 Chelsea Thompson, Maya El-Sharif, Evan Cholerton, Delaney Gertz, Phoebe Ducote, Maria Abello, Haley Kleinman ROW 3 Taylor Jones, Sophia Varughese, Jacqueline Fogel, Yuvraj Tuli, Olivia Varughese, Mason Berger, Michael Fiedel, Ross Miller, Ethan Kaufman, Ava Rechter, Julia Aronberg, Cameron Honig, Kayla Marcus, Christopher Conklin, Mr. Phillip Gratwick, Andrés Restrepo, Ezra Mishkel BACK ROW Carley Blake, Deborah Ades, Catherine Conklin, Madison Dearman, Julia Engelhardt, Eric Shagrin, Kassidy Angelo, Ethan Berman

OUR SHARED SHELF

FRONT ROW Bianca Simons, Jano Massler, Ayesha Minhas, Fatima Minhas, Cayleigh Pine, Arianna Pantalone, Mary Beighley

PARTY FOR COMMON GROUND

FRONT ROW Ari Segal, Yasmina Issa, Alexis Bernstein, Rayna Gordon, Sydney Spector, Maya El-Sharif ROW 2 Ari Burns, Avery Kaufman, Reagan Provo, Andrew Chung, Enrico Pradines, Robert Genovese ROW 3 Johnathan Kahn, Spencer Waldshan, Brence Platner, Evan Cholerton, Joshua Gellman, Jason Manassa, Joshua Grover, Cesar Ades BACK ROW Ethan Leifert, Jason Jacobs, Frank Belette, Blake Selesnick, Ethan Jones, Dimitri Politano

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

FRONT ROW Yasmina Issa, Ross Bauman, Alana van Woerkom, Bryce Emanuel, Daniela Munoz, David Morales, Kofi Meighan, Bianca Simons ROW 2 Sierra Stocker, Spencer Bauman, Alyssa Mazer, Gabriel Ortega, Alexis Bernstein, Giuliana Cascarano, Mason Berger, Savannah Stocker, Jack Rizzo ROW 3 Emma Svendsen, Kelly Pinilla, Chelsea Watts, Sarrah Ghadiali, Riley Robertson, Taylor Metz, Jason Babayev, Gavin Sullivan, Paul Krigger BACK ROW Brianna Perez, John Kirkpatrick, Diego D’Agostino, Konrad Ehmke, Jacob Silberman

HIP HOP CLUB PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE CLUB

FRONT ROW Alan Goff, Madison Mazer, Spencer Bauman, Samantha Gonzalez, Sierra Stocker, Savannah Stocker, Lorrie Axelrod BACK ROW Grace Sager, Priscilla Gomes, Kelly Pinilla, Ross Bauman, Isabelle Ferrando, Moira Minielly, Alexander Wilentz

PINE CREST JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE

FRONT ROW Amanda Klafter, Amanda Schwartz, Julia Morrissey, Sydney Stanley, Mr. John Ricard ROW 2 Joshua Klafter, Delaney Dardet, Annalise Selden, Ari Wilson, Jason Manassa, Christian Urbanek, Henry Pliske BACK ROW Mark Rozencwaig, Drew Morris, John Kolettis, Matthew Shore

PRE-MED CLUB

FRONT ROW Ava Rechter, Catrina Reyes, Haley Strauch, Sarika Batta, Gwyneth Bishara, Alexandra Liff, Lily Spyredes, Lauren Goldman ROW 2 Chelsea Thompson, Delaney Gertz, Aidan Veghte, Judith Murciano, Ana Bordin, Alicia Caceres, Alayka Reddy, Daniel Yaari, Saylee Nemade, Nina Firic, Jessica Haykov, Lakshmi Singh, Shaurnav Ghosh BACK ROW Ryan Ding, Skyler Servillas

PRO ISRAEL LEADERSHIP CLUB

FRONT ROW Amanda Dear, Daniella Vine, Lea Srebrenik, Nina Hamuy, Claire Reich, Arielle Kaplan BACK ROW Michael Staller, Maxwell Perlman, Samara Ginsberg, Joshua Vlessing, Daniel Queen, Lucas Green

PROM COMMITTEE

FRONT ROW Alice Rau, Arielle Rothenberg, Rayna Gordon, Erin Wiegman, Danielle Weisfisch, Grace Pettee BACK ROW Olivia Pettee, Leah Martinez, Emily Faulhaber, Sarika Batta, Delaney Dardet

RUSSIAN CLUB

FRONT ROW Madeline O’Mahoney, Nathaniel Selub, Juliana Kislin, Sharon Yuz, Denny GuliaJanovski BACK ROW Benjamin Pierce, Jacob Honig, Ethan Kaufman, Allyson Feldman, Haley Mordis, Aaron Bloch, Kassidy Angelo

256

COMMUNITY CLUBS

SOCCER APPRECIATION CLUB

FRONT ROW Erin Schwartz, Bridget Barry BACK ROW Olivia Varughese, Alyssa Sherman, Nino Pusateri, Sophia Lehrman, Grace Hancock

SPANISH CLUB

FRONT ROW Cesar Ades, Salomé Slatkoff, Olivia Winnick, Alana van Woerkom, Shiraz Shiff, Natalia Hauser, Nicolas Simon, Camila Pizá, Jacob Silberman, Luke Fatovic, John Meany ROW 2 Brian Anderson, Natalie Berman, Giovanna Imperiale, Lauren Noyola, Leah Martinez, Clarissa Zisman, Giuliana Cascarano, Benjamin Pierce, Connor Bloch ROW 3 Katherine Heatzig, Annalise Selden, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Justin Cassius, Ezra Mishkel, Ilan Klimberg, Andrés Restrepo, John Kirkpatrick, Diego D’Agostino BACK ROW Alexander Ramsden, Mark Rozencwaig, Daniela Tejada, Ian Pollock, Konrad Ehmke, Kelly Pinilla, Camila Agudelo, Victoria van Woerkom, Isabella Grau

SPORTS ANALYTICS CLUB

FRONT ROW Ryan Morris, Zachary Printz, Jared Gould, Eli Seiner, Aaron Bloch BACK ROW Pryce Markson, Jason Jacobs, Benjamin Wilen, Ari Wilson, Jonathan Williams

STARTUP INNOVATION/INCUBATOR CLUB FRONT ROW Griffin Bodenweber, Zachary Goldstein BACK ROW Connor Norris, Sydney Friedman, Alexandra Bodmer, Shaurnav Ghosh, Michael Staller, Brett Korsunky

STUDENTS AGAINST ANIMAL CRUELTY

FRONT ROW Jade Klacko, Tiana Brannan, Julia Karten, Rachel Snyder BACK ROW Brianna Spatz, Bailey Watson, Aliyah Watson, Alina Virga, Halle Rossnan, Samantha Heller, Noam Erez, Kevin Mendez

STUDENTS FOR MUSLIM SOLIDARITY

FRONT ROW Nina Couture, Zaria Pirani, Lauren Noyola, Bianca Simons, Zia Pirani, Fatima Minhas,Yasmina Issa BACK ROW Jack Rizzo, Savannah Stocker, Valerie Carver, Ayesha Minhas, Adeel Markatia, Benjamin Stahl

PHYSICAL SCIENCE CLUB STUDENTS FOR MUSLIM SOLIDARITY

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TED-ED CLUB

FRONT ROW Lily Volper, Olivia Pettee, Eric Shagrin, John Ricotta, Emily Roy ROW 2 Evan Cholerton, Jessica Nedry, Lily Hashemi, Grace Pettee, Natalia Hauser, Madison Metz BACK ROW Maya El-Sharif, Yasmina Issa, Rayna Gordon, Delaney Dardet, Bianca Simons, Melissa Damasceno

TEENAGE REPUBLICANS

FRONT ROW Ian Pollock, Hayden Gibson, Lucien Duprey, Michael Vega, Brence Platner, Frank Belette, Skyler Servillas

WOMEN IN STEM CLUB

FRONT ROW Lorrie Axelrod, Liza Goldstone, Katherine Heatzig, Catrina Reyes

YOUNG DEMOCRATS

FRONT ROW Reagan Provo , Nina Couture, Rayna Gordon ROW 2 Athena Myers, Marlie Kahan, Yasmina Issa, Avita Clarke, David Morales, Alexis Bernstein, Alice Rau, Bianca Simons BACK ROW Jason Jacobs, Alexander Wilentz

BEST BUDDIES CLUB*

FRONT ROW Mrs. Patty Gómez,Valerie Carver, Marisa Cefola, Catherine Zaki, Holden Goldberg, Jordan Zelch, Justin Koolik, Madison Metz, Jessica Goempel, Emily Roy ROW 2 Finn Roventini, Reagan Provo, Adam Korsunsky, Justin Cassius, Ignacio Hinestrosa, Erin Schwartz, Bianca Simons, Michael Staller BACK ROW Pryce Markson, Jacob Moss, Charles Del Vecchio, Maya Gottlieb, Madeline Hurt, Giovanna Imperiale, Taylor McClain, Jake Fucci, Nathan Malkin

BEST FOOT FORWARD CLUB*

FRONT ROW Jade Klacko, Catrina Reyes, Lauren Dawson-Scully, Ryan Dudak, Emily Davidovic, Moira Minielly, Brianna Spatz, Piper Braden BACK ROW Liza Goldstone, Juliette Koval, Mallory Marrero, Sydni Zfira, Alaina Ham, Gabriel Sareli, Elizabeth Ham, Noam Erez, Payton Kennelly, Maxwell Dudak, Lauren Rosenberg

258

COMMUNITY CLUBS

*Community Service Organization

CADENA CLUB*

FRONT ROW Moira Minielly, Jourdan Henry, Emma Mignocchi, Dominic Johnson, Alana Friedlander, Sydney Spector, Jano Massler, Daniel Yaari, Kelly Pinilla, Shaurnav Ghosh, Valerie Carver BACK ROW Alicia Caceres, Ana Bordin, Camila Bogarin, Shreya Dutta, Tarini Padmanabhan, Daria Peppler, Hailey Bharadwa, Kiara Garcia, Alexandra Bancroft, Samantha Sandow, John Ricotta

DANIELLA’S JOURNEY*

FRONT ROW Katherine Sullivan, Abby Blaze, Alana van Woerkom, Erin Wiegman, Madeline Hurt, Giovanna Imperiale ROW 2 Alesia De Armas-Kucich, Alexandra Liff, Sarah Schwartz, Samantha Salem, Victoria van Woerkom, Caroline Kotite, Emma Goldstein, Ella Taub BACK ROW Joshua Perper, Justin Koolik, Matthew Yellin, Alex Ramsden, Danielle Cornick, Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Ella Tannenbaum

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY*

FRONT ROW Kaylee Greenberg, Samantha Gonzalez, Ishani Singh, Molly See, Jacob Silberman, Sarah Wittich ROW 2 Madison Mazer, Hanna Elks Smith, Lara Jones, Saylee Nemade, Ester Kislin, Haley Kleinman, Carys Edwards, Jolie Albinder BACK ROW Madeline O’Mahoney, Alayka Reddy, Maya Harpaz, Priscilla Gomes, Kelly Pinilla, Andrés Restrepo, Madeline Hurt

KIVA CLUB*

FRONT ROW Isabelle Seckler, Gillian Cohen, Jordan Vital, Jordan Zelch, Katherine Sullivan, Rose Rothschild, Hannah Sternthal ROW 2 Yasmina Issa, Clarissa Zisman, Kenna Hollander, Jessica Gross, Valerie Carver, Karly Burnstein, Ashley Aronson ROW 3 Maximilian von Kahle, John Meany, Gwyneth Bishara, Ella Bishara, Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez, Jordanna Berger BACK ROW Benjamin Pierce, Michael Vega, Mark Rozencwaig, Camila Agudelo

SECOND LIFE PROJECT*

FRONT ROW Myles Guillaume, Simon Kassman, Ronald Paez, Esther Lin, Daniel Cohen, Alyssa Vasserman, Ashton Mahfood, Lara Jones, Estefania Monserratt ROW 2 Alexis Peddy, Luke Kreysar, Preston Riley, Langdon Jones, Gabriel Moncau, Denny Gulia-Janovski, Maxim Gluhovskoi BACK ROW Hanna Elks Smith, Henrik Polatsek, David Alkon, Matthew Vega, Ilan Klimberg, Justin Vainder

STUDENTS AGAINST HUNGER*

FRONT ROW Marc Lazarus, Maya Gottlieb, Alexa Hackman, Alyssa Mazer, Marielle Goldschlag, Reagan Provo, Alexis Zammiello, Amanda Dear, Daniella Vine, Sydney Kornfeld, Sarah Wittich ROW 2 Venice Junger, Daniel Marsh, Adam Korsunsky, Arielle Kaplan, Daniella Donshik, Olivia Morris, Erin Schwartz, Riley Haligman, Alesia De Armas-Kucich, Elena Malchevskaya ROW 3 Baron Fisher, Michael Valdes, Benjamin Petri, Jonathan Valdes, Claire Reich, Haley Strauch, Saanvi Paharia, Nino Pusateri ROW 4 Valerie Carver, Owen Andreas, Reed Andreas, Ana Bordin, Jordanna Berger, Ashley Aronson, Molly Schlesinger BACK ROW Pryce Markson, Ethan Rubenstein, Justin Koolik, Brandon Marsh, Luke Fatovic, Holden Goldberg, Isabelle Ferrando

TED-ED CLUB STUDENTS AGAINST HUNGER

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HONOR

BETA CLUB - FRESHMEN

FRONT ROW Taylor Metz, Ally Lo Re, Mary Beighley, Sterling Kalogeras, Connor Bloch, Kelly Dunne, Kathryn Bernstein, Victoria van Woerkom, Isabella Grau, Molly Schlesinger ROW 2 Sophia Lieuw-Kie-Song, Carys Edwards, Danielle Cornick, Haley Kleinman, Courtney Klar, Jolie Albinder, Allyson Keyes, Camryn Herman, Ava Rechter, Delaney Gertz ROW 3 John Ricotta, Samantha Sandow, Emmanuelle Greenberg, Elizabeth McMahan, Jake Fucci, Ellis Osborn, Nathan Malkin, Melissa Damasceno, Priscilla Gomes ROW 4 Kyra Servoss, Ava Friesen, Lakshmi Singh, Sloan Shade, Hanna Elks Smith, Marisa Cefola, Lara Jones, Sydney Friedman, Louise Ingham, Ayesha Minhas ROW 5 Justin Vainder, Ashton Mahfood, Maximilian von Kahle, Noam Erez, Hannah Fowler, Esther Lin, Alexis Peddy, Bailey Watson, Emma Goldstein, Karly Burnstein ROW 6 Jeremey Berkun, Maxim Gluhovskoi, Daniel Cohen, Denny Gulia-Janovski,Victor Lago, Lucas Green, Harrison Mullen ROW 7 Ronald Paez, Michael Valdes, Liyeri Spyredes, Lauren Goldman, Owen Medrano, Josh Klafter ROW 8 Jack Nagle, Erick Zepeda NOT PICTURED Julia Aronberg, Charles Berman,Tyler Bodenweber, Chase Cueto, Ovik Das, Andrew Delimitros, Nikita Dua, Leah Ellison, Luke Farlie, Jordan Fiedel, Emilia Garcia Uribe, Emma Gómez,Victoria Gordon, Sara Gotkin, Erin Gotlieb, Jessica Haykov, Spencer Howe, Mitchell Jacobs, Raj Jain,Taylor Jones, Payton Kennelly, Matthew Khoriaty, Bruce Kolettis, Benjamin Krut, Olga Lisabet, Joshua Loewenstern, Kayla Marcus, Issac Martinez Espejo, Ashlyn McGinn, Adam Peles, Ivey Rao, Lauren Rosenberg, Daniel Rutstein, Isaac Singer, Justinsoye Thomas, Chelsea Thompson, Sophia Varughese, Alexandra von Kahle, Bailey Watson, Mason Weisfisch, Malcolm Wigder

BETA CLUB- SOPHOMORE

FRONT ROW Jade Klacko, Ana Bordin, Alexis Zammiello, Reagan Provo, Justin Cassius, Brett Korsunsky, Connor Norris, Michael Wexler, Jason Tsang, Mynda Barenholtz, Suttyn Simon, Caroline Morrissey ROW 2 Aidan Veghte, Alicia Caceres, Venice Junger, Marc Lazarus, Alexander Ramsden, Nino Pusateri, Nina Long, Alexa Hackman, Daniella Vine, Sydney Kornfeld, Sarah Wittich, Haley Strauch, Claire Reich ROW 3 Valerie Carver, Bridget Barry, Michael Staller, Daniella Donshik, Olivia Morris, Ariella Bernick, Daniela Tejada, Micaela Gutt, Maria Abello, Phoebe Ducote ROW 4 Ari Segal, Maxwell Perlman, Reed Andreas, Langdon Jones, Chase O’Brien, Ilan Klimberg, Pryce Markson, Pedro Ribeiro, Avery Kaufman, Ari Burns ROW 5 Riley Haligman, Marielle Goldschlag, Marlie Kahan, Owen Andreas, Andrés Restrepo, Jack Weiner, Charles Del Vecchio, Jacob Moss, Alexander Wilentz,Yuvraj Tuli ROW 6 Kaylee Greenberg, Arielle Kaplan, Alayka Reddy, Mary Elizabeth Gabrielle, Isabelle Ferrando, Madeline Hurt, John Fishman, Saanvi Paharia, Nina Hamuy ROW 7 Abby Blaze, Alina Virga, Alexandra Bancroft, Justin Koolik, Erin Schwartz, Matthew Yellin, Jonathan Valdes, Luke Fatovic, Dean Heller ROW 8 Skylar Kronrad, Ester Kislin, Katie Stewart, Sierra Stocker, Spencer Bauman, Mahdere Yared, Maya El-Sharif, Emma Svendsen, Ryan Krusch, Colin Servoss NOT PICTURED Isabella Arabia, Jason Babayev, Benjamin Berger, Griffin Bodenweber, Benjamin Brodsky, Maya Cacenco, Shreya Dutta, Luke Fativoc, Emma Feirstein, Luca Georgescu, Sean Gershman, G. Leo Ghiloni, Sophia Grau, Carly Gumberg, Sophia Haig, Benjamin Harvey, Karene Hermon, Lauren Howe, Camille Issa, Maya Jarolem, Dominic Johnson, Jonathan Kahn, William Kirschner, John Kolettis, Sophia Lehrman, Alexis Logan, Emma Mignocchi, Moira Minielly, Judith Murciano, Daria Peppler, Neil Sachdeva, Alyssa Sherman, Amogh Sriranga, Matthew Vega

BETA CLUB - JUNIOR

FRONT ROW Adeel Markatia, Lorrie Axelrod, Jessica Nedry, Alexis Bernstein, Leah Martinez, Emily Faulhaber, Jordan Vital, Elizabeth Kaplan, Erin Wiegman, Giuliana Cascarano ROW 2 Arielle Rothenberg, Katherine Sullivan, Alana van Woerkom, Sydney Spector, Gabrielle Khoriaty, Daniela Muñoz, Emily Roy, Sydni Zfira, Emily Davidovic ROW 3 Shiraz Shiff, Natalia Hauser, Jolie Shapiro, Ella Bergner, Grace Pettee, Rayna Gordon, Rachel Snyder, Sarika Batta, Danielle Weisfisch, Annalise Selden, Maya Beleznay ROW 4 Ilana Hutzler, Alice Rau, Delaney Dardet, Rhea Jain, Brooke Gilbert, Brence Platner, Jared Gould ROW 5 Liza Goldstone, Ryan Dudak, Catrina Reyes, Lucas Abrams, Evan Cholerton, Frank Belette, Jason Jacobs, Ari Wilson, Zachary Printz, Aashay Badgamia, Matthew Buehl ROW 6 Jestine Siegel, Brooke Greenfield, Natalie Rubenstein, Samara Ginsberg, Amanda Schwartz, Joshua Vlessing, Blake Kravitz, Jordan Taney, Clayton Finney ROW 7 Ryan Zimmerman, Joseph Angella,Devon Vitale, Jacob Rosen, Burke Bloom, Zachary Goldstein, Raj Kumar, Eli Seiner ROW 8 Gabriel Sareli, Alaina Ham, Lauren Dawson-Scully, Mallory Marrero NOT PICTURED Andrew Amunategui,Tiana Brannan, Elizabeth Buehl, Alexandra Carr, Raul Cepero, Andrew Chung, Caleb Cyr, Ryan Dudak, Omer Erez, Zachary Fiedler, Grant Fields, Samantha Finkelberg, Stefano Galebe, Alan Goff, Graham Gotlieb, Brooke Gilbert, Justin Guilfu, Elizabeth Ham, Katherine Heatzig, Bill Hung, Lauren James, Brandon Karp, Ryan Karp, Jaimin Khakhria, Joshua Koolik, Ethan Leifert, Danna Martinez Espejo, Megan McGinn, Madison Metz, Matthew Mulhall, Olivia Pettee, Michael Phillips, Dimitri Politano, Rafael SalazarParanhos, Andrea Santander, Owen Seiner, Salomé Slatkoff, Johnny Thraum, Christian Urbanek, Spencer Waldshan,Tsion Yared, Jordan Zietz

BETA CLUB - SENIOR

FRONT ROW Kenna Hollander, Jessica Gross, Hannah Sternthal, Salma Abuhamda, Brian Anderson, Clara Nguyen, Jeremy Oletsky, David Radvany-Roth, John Meany, Sofia Restrepo, Christian Ehrnrooth ROW 2 Juliana Kislin, Julia Tannenbaum, Ethan Kaufman, Nicolas Simon, Camila Pizá, Aislinn Sullivan, Eric Shagrin, Antony Novak, Alex Fernandez- Guckes, Molly See, Eve Rosenthal ROW 3 Ian Pollock, Sebastian Rukes, Jack Rizzo, Sarah Rodriguez, Henry Pliske, Nina Couture, Avita Clark, Isabella Malaga, Bianca Simons, Aaron Bloch, Fatima Minhas ROW 4 Gillian Cohen, Zia Pirani, Gabriel Ortega, Jabari Owens, Lily Volper, Haley Mordis, Natalie Klar, Allyson Feldman, Elizabeth Baker, Madison Mazer, Samantha Gonzalez ROW 5 Cayleigh Pine, Lauren Noyola, Gabriella Pearl, Lauren Pollock, Nicholas Prigoda, Carly Siegel, Simran Wadhwa, Leonid Shipulya, Julian Bazo, Jacob Rosenthal, Michael Vega ROW 6 Madison Smith, Alexandra Valad, Julia Karten, Julia Engelhardt, Victoria Lemigova, Ilana Shapiro, Mark Rozencwaig, Rodrigo Castellon, Christian Prestegard, Hank Ingham ROW 7 Jacob Silberman, Samantha Tartell, Isabelle Seckler, Audrey Hollo, Deborah Ades, Amanda Klafter, Alexa Jacques, Jordan Zelch, Olivia Varughese ROW 8 Annika Polatsek, Hailee Cono, Silvia Ballivian, Benjamin Pierce, Lauren Fromkin, Meghna Sharma, Demi Snyder, Konrad Ehmke ROW 9 Saumya Jain, Jacob Wallberg, Sebastian Martinez, Ryan McCue, Rose Rothschild, Kofi Meighan, Arianna Pantalone NOT PICTURED Kassidy Angelo, Andrew Asnis, Steven Becker, Mason Berger, Ethan Berman, Daniel Bolja, Niles Boothe, Julia Borisiak, Austin Brattli, Elizabeth Brown, Eli Couture, Diego D’Agostino, Evan Dash, Julian Daszkal, Austin Dear, Madison Dearman, Ryan Ding, Katharina Eibel, Bryce Emanuel, Jackson Ferrando, Michael Fiedel, Noah Fischer, Madeleine Fowler, Harrison Freedman, Daniel Gale, Christian Garvin, Dylan Geller, Harris Gevinson, Arielle Ghiloni, Blake Gilbert, Joseph Gingold, Alexandra Giorno, Joseph James Gray, Sarah Hancock, John Herin, Kadin Katsch, Caleb Kauppinen, John Kirkpatrick, Paul Krigger, Joshua Lehrman, David Mannis, Alexandra Meszaros, Ross Miller, Drew Morris, Julia Morrissey, Allan Murciano, Athena Myers, Jared Orenstein, Derek Pfeffer, Shayne Pollock,Valentina Pope, Alexandra Rios, Cassidy Robertson, Christopher Russo, Michael Saltzman, Nathaniel Selub, Matthew Shore, Alexa Silfen, Ishani Singh, Ethan Smith, Sydney Tacher, Joshua Taney, Allison Trebbi, Cara Westra, Jennifer Wolters, Sharon Yuz, John Conor Zimmerman COMMUNITY

260

CLUBS

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONORS SOCIETY

FRONT ROW Eve Rosenthal, Jordan Zelch, Audrey Hollo, Samantha Tartell, Deborah Ades, Jacqueline Fogel, Gabrielle Khoriaty, Sydney Spector, Catrina Reyes, Emily Davidovic ROW 2 Amanda Klafter, Alexa Jacques, Molly See, Isabelle Seckler, Annalise Selden, Sydney Solomon, Natalia Hauser, Olivia Pettee ROW 3 Jacob Silberman, Mason Berger, Olivia Varughese, Jessica Nedry, Meghna Sharma, Demi Snyder, Saumya Jain, Lauren Fromkin ROW 4 Benjamin Pierce, Aaron Bloch, Ryan McCue, Frank Belette, Emily Roy, Cayleigh Pine, Annika Polatsek ROW 5 Jacob Wallberg, Evan Dash, Diego D’Agostino, Christian Ehrnrooth, Elizabeth Brown ROW 6 Eli Seiner, Jared Gould, Blake Kravitz, Christian Prestegard, Rose Rothschild ROW 7 Mr. Gillego, Jordan Taney, Raj Kumar, Arielle Rothenberg NOT PICTURED Adrian Abedon, Salma Abuhamda, Daniel Bolja, Austin Brattli, Rodrigo Castellon, Julian Daszkal, Ryan Ding, Jackson Ferrando, Noah Fischer, Daniel Gale, Christian Garvin, Joshua Lehrman, Alexandra Meszaros, Ross Miller, Fatima Minhas, Clara Nguyen, Derek Pfeffer, Henry Pliske, Shayne Pollock, David Radvany-Roth, Sofia Restrepo, Sarah Rodriguez, Jacob Rosenthal, Christopher Russo, Nathaniel Selub, Eric Shagrin, Carly Siegel, Ishani Singh, Sydney Stanley, Andrew Asnis, Katharina Eibel, Julia Engelhardt, Dylan Geller, Harris Gevinson, Caroline Nouhan, Jared Orenstein, Jabari Owens, Arianna Pantalone, Matthew Petreski, Alexa Silfen, Simran Wadhwa, Aliyah Watson, Cara Westra, Sarika Batta, Ella Bergner, Alexander Carr, Ryan Dudak, Omer Erez, Clayton Finney, Alan Goff, Liza Goldstone, Ilana Hutzler, Sophia Jafri, Lauren James, Brandon Karp, Jaimin Khakhria, Joshua Koolik, Juliette Koval, Jason Manassa, Sajani Panchal, Rafael Salazar-Paranhos, Owen Seiner, Salomé Slatkoff, Katherine Sullivan, Christian Urbanek, Vanessa Wildman, Ari Wilson, Olivia Winnick

RHO KHAPPA

FRONT ROW Jordan Zelch, Hailee Cono, Amanda Klafter ROW 2 Delaney Dardet, Annalise Selden, Maya Beleznay, Elizabeth Brown, Molly See, Lauren Fromkin, Clara Nguyen ROW 3 Valentina Pope, David Radvany-Roth, Rose Rothschild, Alex Fernandez-Guckes, Sofia Restrepo, Salma Abuhamda, Henry Pliske, Christian Prestegard, Christian Ehrnrooth ROW 4 Madison Smith, Audrey Hollo, Deborah Ades, Sarah Rodriguez, Katherine Sullivan, Isabelle Seckler, Mason Berger, Olivia Varughese, Eve Rosenthal NOT PICTURED Kassidy Angelo, Austin Brattli, Rodrigo Castellon, Jackson Ferrando, Michael Fiedel, Noah Fischer, Christian Garvin, Harris Gevinson, Nathan Goldman, Ilana Hutzler, Saumya Jain, Lauren James, Caleb Kauppinen, Amanda Klafter, Ryan McCue, Ross Miller, Fatima Minhas, Julia Morrissey, Caroline Nouhan, Matthew Petreski, Olivia Pettee, Derek Pfeffer, Shayne Pollock, Alice Rau, Jacob Rosenthal, Emily Roy, Christopher Russo, Molly See, Owen Seiner, Nathaniel Selub, Eric Shagrin, Leonid Shipulya, Carly Siegel, Demi Snyder, Sydney Stanley, Joshua Taney, Samantha Tartell

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

FRONT ROW Elizabeth Baker, Salma Abuhamda, Jano Massler, Sofia Restrepo, Rodrigo Castellon, Jared Gould, Hailee Cono ROW 2 Amanda Klafter, Eve Rosenthal, Sarah Rodriguez, Molly See, Katharina Eibel, Elizabeth Brown ROW 3 Henry Ingham, Natalia Hauser, Olivia Winnick, Arielle Rothenberg, Maya Beleznay, Simran Wadhwa, Arianna Pantalone, Joshua Grover ROW 4 Christian Prestegard, Christian Ehrnrooth, Emily Roy, Zachary Printz, Jason Jacobs, Mark Rozencwaig NOT PICTURED Deborah Ades, Daniel Bolja, Austin Brattli, Diego D’Agastino, Ryan Ding, Jackson Ferrando, Noah Fischer, Lauren Fromkin, Christian Garvin, Harris Gevinson, Ross Miller, Clara Nguyen, Benjamin Pierce, Shayne Pollock, David Radvany-Roth, Jacob Rosenthal, Rose Rothschild, Christopher Russo, Isabelle Seckler, Nathaniel Selub, Meghna Sharma, Alexa Silfen, Ishani Singh, Ethan Smith, Lily Volper, Jacob Wallberg, Lorrie Axelrod, Guiliana Cascarano, Ryan Dudak, Omer Erez, Alan Goff, Liza Goldstone, Joshua Grover, Ilana Hutzler, Jaimin Khakhria, Blake Kravitz, Raj Kumar, Daniela Muñoz, Alice Rau, Eli Seiner, Salomé Sklatkoff, Katherine Sullivan, Christian Urbanek, Vanessa Wildman, Tsion Yared, Jordan Zietz

FRENCH NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

9th Melissa Damasceno, Emma Gómez, Emilia Velasquez 10th Camille Belanger, Nina Long, Benjamin Harvey 11th Alice Rau, Salomé Slatkoff, Danna Martinez Espejo, Emily Roy, Annalise Selden, Shiraz Shiff, Joshua Grover, Maya Beleznay, Sydney Spector, Grace Pettee 12th Salma Abuhamda, Deborah Ades, Lauren Fromkin, Alexandra Giorno, Annika Polatsek, Jacob Silberman, Alexa Silfen, Olivia Varughese, Julia Tannenbaum

SPANISH NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

10th Maria Abello, Spencer Bauman, Benjamin Berger, Natalie Berman, Ariella Bernick, Camila Bogarin, Alix Brudner, Ari Burns, Jackson Butler, Maya Cacenco, Alicia Caceres, Alesia De ArmasKucich, Charles Del Vecchio, Daniella Donshik, Maya El-Sharif, John Fishman, Alana Friedlander, Marielle Goldschlag, Sophia Grau, Kaylee Greenberg, Sophia Haig, Riley Haligman, Maya Harpaz, Giovanna Imperiale, Camille Issa, Venice Junger, Marlie Kahan, Jonathan Kahn, Arielle Kaplan, Avery Kaufman, William Kirschner, Ilan Klimberg, Justin Koolik, Adam Korsunsky, Brett Korsunsky, Marc Lazarus, Alexis Logan, Olivia Morris, Judith Murciano, Connor Norris, Chase O’Brien, Joshua Perper, Reagan Provo, Claire Reich, Andrés Restrepo, Samantha Salem, Alyssa Sherman, Suttyn Simon, Jonathan Valdes, Michael Wexler, Alexander Wilentz, Donovan Wu, Nadezhda Yanova, Mahdere Yared 11th Lucas Abrams, Sofia Alkon, Andrew Amunategui, Joseph Angella, Aashay Badgamia, Sarika Batta, Juan Beaufrand, Frank Belette, Harold Bergner, Ella Bergner, Mia Blavatnik,Tiana Brannan, Alexandra Carr, Ana Casado, Giuliana Cascarano, Raul Cepero, Emily Davidovic, Lauren Dawson-Scully, Andres De La Puente, Ryan Dudak, Omer Erez, Zachary Fiedler, Daniel Garcia, Alan Goff, Brooke Greenfield, Alaina Ham, Elizabeth Ham, Natalia Hauser, Katherine Heatzig, Ilana Hutzler, Jason Jacobs,

Sophia Jafri, Rhea Jain, Elizabeth Kaplan, Brandon Karp, Ryan Karp, Jaimin Khakhria, Gabrielle Khoriaty, Joshua Koolik ,Juliette Koval, Raj Kumar, Anabella Kupchik, Adeel Markatia, Mallory Marrero, Leah Martinez, Danna Martinez Espejo, Jano Massler, Madison Metz, Ezra Mishkel, Gabriel Moncau, Matthew Mulhall, Daniela Muñoz, Sajani Panchal, Olivia Pettee, Dimitri Politano, Enrico Pradines, Catrina Reyes, Arielle, Rothenberg, Natalie Rubenstein, Rafael Salazar-Paranhos, Andrea Santander, Owen Seiner, Eli Seiner, Salomé Slatkoff, Lea Srebrenik, Katherine Sullivan, Jordan Taney, Erika Temprano, Alana van Woerkom, Spencer Waldshan, Danielle Weisfisch, Vanessa Wildman, Olivia Winnick, Jordan Zietz 12th Adrian Abedon, Kassidy Angelo, Elizabeth Baker, Julian Bazo, Mason Berger, Ethan Berman, Aaron Bloch, Zachary Blostein, Elizabeth Brown, Rodrigo Castellon, Ashleigh Clark, Avita Clarke, Gillian Cohen, Catherine Conklin, Hailee Cono, Nina Couture, Diego D’Agostino, Evan Dash, Julian Daszkal, Lucien Duprey, Alejandra Egocheaga, Christian Ehrnrooth, Katharina Eibel, Julia Engelhardt, Allyson Feldman, Alex Fernandez-Guckes, Michael Fiedel, Noah Fischer, Christian Garvin, Harris Gevinson, Arielle Ghiloni, Hayden Gibson, Blake Gilbert, Alexandra Giorno, Nathan Goldman, Joseph James Gray, Jessica Gross, Sumeet Gulati, Sarah

Hancock, John Herin, Audrey Hollo, Jacob Honig, Henry Ingham, Alexa Jacques, Amar Jafri, Saumya Jain, Julia Karten, Kadin Katsch, Ethan Kaufman, Luke Kessinger, Juliana Kislin, Natalie Klar, Isabella Malaga, David Mannis, Sebastian Martinez, Christopher Martinez, John Meany, Kofi Meighan, Alexandra Meszaros, Fatima Minhas, David Morales, Haley Mordis, Allan Murciano, Athena Myers, Clara Nguyen, Jeremy Oletsky, Jared Orenstein, Jabari Owens, Arianna Pantalone, Gabriella Pearl, Matthew Petreski, Derek Pfeffer, Cayleigh Pine, Cameron Pine, Zia Pirani, Shayne Pollock, Christian Prestegard, David Radvany-Roth, Sofia Restrepo, Samantha Restrepo-Stier, Alexandra Rios, Jack Rizzo, Sarah Rodriguez, Eve Rosenthal, Jacob Rosenthal, Rose Rothschild, Mark Rozencwaig, Sebastian Rukes, Michael Saltzman, Isabelle Seckler, Molly See, Eric Shagrin, Lauren Shamie, Ilana Shapiro, Meghna Sharma, Carly Siegel, Nicolas Simon, Bianca Simons, Ishani Singh, Ethan Smith, Benjamin Stahl, Savannah Stocker, Britta Strain, Aislinn Sullivan, Sydney Tacher, Joshua Taney, Samantha Tartell, Nicholas Vale, Michael Vega, Alexandra Venegas, Jacob Wallberg, Aliyah Watson, Ashley Weymouth, Sharon Yuz, Jordan Zelch

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The Class of 2019 gathers at Commercial Pier for Senior Sunrise on the first Friday of the school year to celebrate the beginning of their senior year. They all wore their senior t-shirts, took photos with friends and enjoyed breakfast at the beach before first period. “We watched the sun rise as the sun rose on our senior year,” Alexa Jacques ’19 said. “It was a very nostalgic moment to reflect on our time here as we near graduation and the beginning of the rest of our lives.”

Traditions abound. Taking photos at Little’s Photography. Painting your parking spot to reflect your personality. Arriving at Commercial Pier before the sun rises.

You experience a seemingly endless number of final moments. Last first day,

last homecoming week, last midterm exam.

Bittersweet. Working extensively on college applications. Lounging in the senior-only chairs in the library. Racing to the garage

as soon as your lunch period begins. You have to

make it to Gourmet Garden and back with your lunch before the period ends.

Enjoying the little things. The

freedom that comes with being a senior. Decorating

the history wing hallway as a Pac-Man game. Cheering for the Powderpuff dancers as they commemorate their previous dances.

You may have lost the game to the juniors, but you win the spirit stick.

Rushing the football field. The year inches to a close.

You find out where you’re going to college. You spend a sleepless night roaming Universal for Grad Bash. Finally, you graduate.

TRADITION moves us forward

SALMA

Dear Salma, the joy of our lives, CONGRATS! We are so proud of the amazing and inspiring young lady you have grown into. Your big heart, integrity, dedication, sense of humor, unwavering compassion for others, and endless drive are what make you ever so special. May your accomplishments be as tremendous as your dreams! Love you so much, Mom, Dad, Zaid, and Jad

To say that you’ve been a bundle of joy is an understatement. Thanks Julian for your caring ways, amazing school dedication, and all-around high standards.

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ANDREW Andrew,

It seems like yesterday that your smiling face entered our lives. We are so proud of the confident, incredible young man you have become. We know that your compassion coupled with your sense of humor will guide you through your bright future that lies ahead. Dream big! We wish you all of the love, success, and happiness in the world. We love you!! Mom, Dad, Matt, Dani, and Marlin

ANDREW ASNIS

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JULIAN Our Dearest Julian,

You are poised to take flight in the direction of your destiny and your purpose. However your journey unfolds, remember the blessings you have and will continue to receive. Accept all in gratitude, and return those gifts, for each blessing you share is a seed of goodness planted in others. In your own manner of strength and conviction, you will change the world. We are tremendously proud of the person you have become. We love you, Mom, Dad, Rachele and the Daszkal, Romero and Materka Families

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Avita,

You wanted to be “academically challenged.” Continue to always want to challenge yourself, shoot for the stars, be honest and respectful to all. Remember to help others also reach their goals. Congratulations and we are so proud of you! With much love, Mom and Avyana

KATHARINA Dear Kathi,

We are so lucky to have you in our lives! Watching you mature from a curious, sweet little girl into a wonderful, sensitive young woman was a true gift for us. You keep amazing us with your kindness, creativity and hard work ethic and we could not be more proud of you for what you have accomplished. Keep smiling as you continue your incredible journey and always remember: wir lieben Dich über alles! Anya, Papa and Tomi

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NINA & Nina and Eli,

ELI

We love and adore you and you fill us with pride. Your joyful spirits and senses of humor are forever entertaining. You both are loyal to your friends, to your passions and to each other. Continue to be each others’ defenders against outside forces. We admire your drive, perseverance and achievements. We look forward to all the wonderful things you will do in life. Wishing you a future filled with love and laughter.

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ZACHARY Zach,

From the day you were born, you have amazed us each and every day of your life. You have taught us there is no obstacle that can’t be overcome. You are an exceptional student, brother, and son. We all could not be more proud of the young man you have become and we can’t wait to see what you do in the future!! Congratulations on your graduation!!!! Love, Lauren, Mom, and Dad

ZACHARY BLOSTEIN

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MADISON Congratulations Maddie!

We knew from the day you were born that you are independent, strong, and confident. You are beautiful inside and out. We love that you know “who” you are, and we can’t wait to see where your path takes you. With endless love and pride, Mom, Dad, and Noah

AUSTIN

Congratulations Austin,

We are so proud of you. You have shown focus, dedication, and commitment to achieving whatever you set your mind to, and these are traits that will serve you well in life. We love your adventurous spirit. Go forth and live your dreams. You fill our lives with joy and we love you so much, Mom, Dad, and Cecilie

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BLAKE Dear Blake,

Congratulations on your momentous accomplishment and milestone. We are, and always will be, proud of you. We know you have the intelligence, motivation, and charisma to improve our world. You bring with you the values and skills that you learned at home and at Pine Crest. You embody the qualities of education, character, independence, and leadership so integral to the philosophy of Pine Crest- from “Pine Cone to Pine Crest Man.” You are off to greatness and we will always be your adoring and loving fans. Love, Mom, Dad, and Grant

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DANIEL Daniel,

We are so proud of you for all your accomplishments but most of all for the young man you’ve become. From the moment we set eyes on you, we knew God had a special plan for your life. Always strive to be a light in the world, illuminating it for all; that is your goal. We love you dearly and cannot wait to continue on life’s journey with you. Love, Mom and Dad

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LAUREN Dear Lauren,

Congratulations! We are so proud of and amazed by all that you have accomplished in eighteen short years. The time has flown by much too quickly from when you started at Pine Crest in the first grade. It has been filled with indelible memories and wonderful experiences which have enriched your life. You are our beautiful, intelligent, extremely hardworking daughter who is most dedicated to family, friends, and your most meaningful activities. We look forward with anticipation and excitement to all that your future holds in store. Love, Mom, Dad, and Jonathan

HARRISON Congratulations on your graduation Harrison!

You have gone from a tot to a teen in a blink of an eye You are now ready to succeed far beyond the blue sky You are the youngest of our family made of three fine sons Often teased by your brothers who love you tons It has been an absolute joy to watch you mature and grow Ready for the next stage of life to learn what you want to know! We love you, Mom, Dad, Beau, and Jarrod

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Dear Ross,

ROSS

Congratulations! It is hard to find words to express how much we love you and how proud we are of you now and always. Your sense of self has served you well throughout your life so far, and we know it will continue into the future. We have more than enjoyed watching you grow and change during your years at Pine Crest. We wish you success and happiness as you enter this next chapter in your beautiful life. You are and will always be our sweet boy! Love you like crazy, Mom, Dad, Spencer and Tiffany

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JULIA Congratulations Julia,

We are so proud of you and the extraordinary young woman you have grown up to be. It has been a joy and privilege to see the world through your heart and eyes. Continue to let your zest for life, strong moral compass, and generous spirit guide you in all that you do. We can’t wait to see your next chapter unfold. Enjoy the amazing journey that lies ahead and know that we are always here to support and cheer you on. We love you to the moon and stars and back! XO, Mom, Dad, and Hailey

JULIA KARTEN

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Dear Clara,

CLARA

You have been happy every day at Pine Crest, your school since kindergarten. Your devoted teachers, experienced college counselors and dedicated administration have provided you with the best knowledge to prepare you for the college of your dreams. With your passion and exceptional achievements in classical music and languages, continue being happy and doing what you love in college. We are sure you will agree with Oscar Wilde: “With freedom, books, flowers, and the moon, who could not be happy?” MOM, DAD and the FAM

Dear Julia,

JULIA

Congratulations on your graduation and all of your many accomplishments. There are truly no words to express how proud we are of the amazing young woman you have become. We cannot wait to see which roads you will choose to travel. We love you! Mom, Dad, Caroline and Olivia “Live without pretending, Love without depending, Listen without defending, Speak without offending.” -Drake

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CHRISTOPHER Our Beloved Christopher,

Congratulations on all your accomplishments. It seems like just yesterday that God gifted us with you. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance in the classroom, as well as in the pool, have allowed you to accomplish many goals. We look forward to many more memories and cannot wait to see what your future holds. May our Lord Jesus Christ continue to bless your kind spirit and may your love for family continue to help you through the journey of life. With all our love, Mom, Dad, Mina, Alex, Leah, and Mickael

CHRISTOPHER MARTINEZ

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LUKE

Luke, congratulations to you on your graduation! We are so proud of all that you have achieved on and off the field at Pine Crest. You are an amazing young man, a wonderful son, and a loving brother. Your courage, compassion, and perseverance despite the obstacle define who you’ve become today… qualities that will serve you well on life’s journey. We are excited for you as you continue your education and college football career… a powerful example of how hard work and commitment can make your dreams come true. Much love and blessings, Dad, Zack, Jake and in loving memory of Mom

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ALEXANDRA Dear Alexandra,

Just over a couple of years ago we were writing you a similar note for the Middle School yearbook. It seems that it was this morning! And looking back at everything we did as a family since you were born, that cluster of time feels so small. You always have been a strong, dedicated, and responsible individual and this bodes well for your upcoming years of college and your adult life. We love you and will always be beside you to help and support you. Victor, Mom and Dad

ALEXANDRA GIORNO

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Dear Natalie,

NATALIE

Congratulations to you and the Class of 2019! We are awed by the way you have successfully balanced academics, soccer, family, friends, and everything else in life. You have experienced triumphs and disappointments, each one molding you into the special young woman who you are today and preparing you for what lies ahead. We are confident that with your intelligence, determination and talent, your future will be filled with endless possibilities. Dream big, soar high, be happy, and live your goals! We love you! XOXO Mom, Dad, Mallory and Courtney

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AARON Aaron,

We are so incredibly proud of you and all you have accomplished but we know that this is just the beginning. Enjoy your time at college and continue to work hard. Dream big, inspire others and be the change you want to see in the world. We love you with all our hearts! Love, Mom, Dad and Connor

MATTHEW Matt,

Once you were our small miracle. Now you have grown up into a warm, witty, wise, and wonderful person. We love you and are so proud of you. We can’t wait to see the great things that await you as you begin the next phase of your life. Lots of love, Dad, Mom and Josh Maggie, Zoe and Fred

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NILES

Congratulations on achieving another goal on your journey of life! Continue to believe in yourself and strive to do your best always. Maintain that balance of fun and serious work no matter where the journey takes you. People who meet you have always expressed how very impressed they are with your positive vibes. Be a leader, not a follower and as always… “Do the right thing.” With much love and respectful pride, Far, Mor and Denae

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JOSHUA Dear Josh,

Congratulations on reaching this milestone! We are incredibly proud of your dedication in the classroom and on the field. But we are most proud of your thoughtfulness and commitment to serve others. You entertain us with your humor and antics. You open our hearts with your adorable smile. We’ve loved every minute of your games and performances. Continue to live life according to your favorite Wayne Gretzky quote: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you. We love you so much! Love, Mom, Dad and Sophia

JOSHUA LEHRMAN

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HANNAH

“You’ve gotta be original, because if you’re like someone else, what do they need you for?” -Bernadette Peters Hannah, We couldn’t be more proud of your accomplishments. Always remember to be original. Much love, Mom, Dad, Chloe and Moses

Congratulations,

AUSTIN

We are so proud of all your hard work and commitment to family. Your creative mind, confidence, and communication skills will help you succeed in whatever path you choose to take in life. Your passion and determination to make a difference in the world will be your legacy. Always follow your dreams and believe in yourself and your ideas. You have filled our lives with so much joy and happiness. You amaze us every day with your kindness, intelligence and determination. We are so proud of the amazing person you have become. Keep dreaming BIG! ALWAYS BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!!

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JENNIFER

Dear Jenni,

You haven’t changed inside from the two-year-old at the playground who, as other toddlers snatched away your toys, would stand watching with a smile on your face. Today, you still have that same huge and generous heart. As your family, we are so proud of your character and the immense effort you put forth to reach all your goals. We feel a tug in our hearts knowing you will soon leave us for college, but we know you are ready to take your pointe shoes and light up an even bigger stage. Love, Mom, Dad and Brad

JENNIFER WOLTERS

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DYLAN

Dylan,

Saying we’re proud of you just isn’t enough. There are no words to express how honored we feel to be your parents and how much joy you bring to us every single day. You have an amazing ability to balance your academics, close friendships, activities, and family. You are hilarious, kind, smart and hardworking, and you have a great smile (well, once that darn Invisalign is finished). As you continue to grow and thrive, our love and support will be with you all the time. With all our love, Mom, Dad, Jared, Bruno, Bella, Gary and Bob

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CHRISTIAN Dear Christian,

Congratulations! Relax and enjoy this time. We couldn’t be any more proud! No one could have predicted the heights to which you would soar! Going forward, we know you will do magnificent things, but along the way… be the person your dog thinks you are. Be kind, generous, reluctant to judge, and tolerant of mistakes. Chase happiness and dream big dreams, always! Never forget to give back and pay it forward. Be kind to yourself. Most importantly, know that you are so very very very loved! Forever and Always xxx Jeg Elsker Dig!

CHRISTIAN PRESTEGARD

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ISABELLA

Since you were a little girl you have always been a person who cares about others. Now is your time to go confidently in the direction of your dreams and live the life you imagine. It is time to let new adventures begin. No journey is impossible. It only takes a single step forward. We are so proud of you and the beautiful, confident, sensitive, inspiring young woman you have become. You always make us smile. Always remember that you are stronger than you feel, smarter than you think, and loved more than you know. Always stay humble and kind. We love you always, Mommy, Daddy, Charles, Jackson and Mochi

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ISABELLA

Our family began its next generation with our Isabella Frances. Smiling, gorgeous, bright eyed, best first grandchild we could have ever imagined. Watching you grow through the years, experience life, happiness, sadness, but most of all, your glowing hopeful eyes. We were lucky enough to have been close by to really know you Lulu. Your smart, funny, caring ways: you are the real deal! We are excited to watch you as your new choices abound. We are so very proud of you always. Thank you for loving us almost as much as we do you. We are so grateful. As always, love, Gaga and Poppy

KONRAD

Konrad, You have spent 12 years, by far the biggest part of your life, at Pine Crest. Pine Crest is you. You are Pine Crest. We have watched you and participated with you as you have grown into a young man of whom we are beaming with pride. Regardless of what you have accomplished or will do in the future, we always have and always will continue to love you, encourage you, and support you. We love you, God bless! Mom and Dad

ISABELLA MALAGA KONRAD EHMKE

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SAVANNAH

“Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets, so love the people who treat you right, forgive the ones who don’t, and believe everything happens for a reason. If you get the chance, take it. If it changes your life, let it. Nobody said it’d be easy, they just promised it would be worth it.” -Dr. Seuss Congratulations Savannah on a job well done! We are so proud of you. We love you. Mommy, Daddy, Sierra (and Patches!)

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CASSANDRA Our dearest Cassie,

It has been an incredible joy watching you grow from our beautiful baby girl to a lovely young lady. We are so very proud of you! Not just because of your dedication and perseverance with your studies and athletics, but because you are such an extraordinary person. You care about others deeply (all species) and have the world’s biggest heart! As the Pied Piper of your six siblings, you infuse so much laughter and fun in our family. You are a blessing, sweet girl! Although this may feel like an ending, it is truly just the beginning of what we hope will be an amazing journey for you. We have loved you for a thousand years, we’ll love you for a thousand more!

CASSANDRA LAWLOR

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ROSE

Dear Rosie,

You have been a joy from the moment you were born. Your spirit, kindness, and zest for life make you one of a kind. We love you very much and wish you a lifetime of health, happiness, and success in whatever you choose to do. We are so proud of you today and every day. Love, Mom, Dad, and Evin

MATTHEW Matthew,

Words cannot express how proud we are of the young man you have become. You have always acted with integrity and character, and these principles will guide you to greater heights in whatever you decide to pursue in life. Your passion for reading, intellectual curiosity, and knowledge of a broad range of topics never ceases to amaze. We are so impressed with all that you have accomplished and we know that the sky is the limit for you as you enter this next phase in your personal journey! We love you to the moon and back! Mom, Dad, Brittany, Snickers, and Cookie

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JACOB

Congratulations, Jake!

We are so proud of you, today and every day. Keep working hard, and keep having fun. We can’t wait to see what’s next. We love you! Love, Mom, Dad, Sam, and Freddy

JACOB ROSENTHAL

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JULIANA

Dearest Juliana,

You continually make us proud with your honesty, determination and grace. We wish you many things in life as you move forward in your adventures. May your journey be filled with love, wonder and beauty. May you continue to enjoy your accomplishments and rise from your defeats. May you impress upon this world your love and sensibility. May you always believe in yourself especially in trying situations and continue to support all those around you. We all love you so much. Go Jula! Jump Jula Jump! Love, Mom, Dad, Ester, your grandparents and Razzy #classof2019

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JACK Jack,

What a joy you have brought to our lives with your quick wit, love and laughter. You are an amazing person, athlete, student and a great friend to so many. Continue to dream big, work hard, believe in yourself and there will be no limit to what you can do! Congratulations on your graduation from PC! Love, Mom, Dad, Ryan, Emily and George

JACK RIZZO

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Amanda,

We are extremely proud of you. Continue to pursue your passions, have conviction in your beliefs and remember that, with perseverance, you will accomplish all your goals and dreams.

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We love you so much! Mom, Dad and Joshua

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SHARON Sharbear,

We are your biggest fans and you have seriously impressed us to date but we can’t wait to see what you will achieve next! Without any doubt, we know that you will reach very high so don’t stop to think BIG! Continue to work hard and smart and give back to others. And our most important advice: always stay you!

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HALEY Dear Haley,

We are extremely proud of your accomplishments at Pine Crest. You have distinguished yourself as a student and as an athlete. Most importantly, you are learning the value of focus and intensity in pursuit of your goals. Even before high school, you realized the value of doing “a little bit more.” It has made a big difference for you. These are life lessons that you will carry into your college career and beyond. You have fantastic potential and we will support you every step of the way. Be daring! Do not be afraid to try valiantly. Life is not a dress rehearsal! Believe in yourself always. Love, Mom and Dad SHARON YUZ HALEY MORDIS

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KENNA

Kitty Girl, we are beyond PROUD of YOU! You continue to BRIGHTEN our world with your Warmth, Laughter, Contagious SMILE, Fabulous Sense of Humor, Silly Songs, and Joyful Zest For Life! We know that with your PASSION, TALENTS and DEDICATION you will go on to do wonderful things! Dream Big, Be Grateful, Laugh often, Choose Wisely, Spread Kindness, Visualize what you want, Stay true to YOU and know that you are ADORED and LOVED! We are your BIGGEST CHEERLEADERS, Light it up KITTY and write Your Own Story! Forever Fam... xoxox Mom, Dad, and Kyle!

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CALEB Caleb,

You are compassionate, enthusiastic, optimistic and always impress us with your quick wit and perspective. Your smile, love of family, community and food bring people together and create so much contagious happiness. We admire your work ethic and how much you have overcome. We have no doubt that you will do amazing things in your life and we are so proud of the man you have become. Love, Mom, Dad, Jake and Rosie

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Cara,

We are so proud of you. You shine in everything you do. You light up our lives and those around you. Now, it is time for you to go out and light up the world. Your intelligence, grace, character and sense of humor will guide you on the journey ahead as you begin writing the next chapter of your life story. Love, Mom and Dad

SARAH

Congratulations to our beautiful princess Sarah!

You are a wonderful daughter and have enriched our lives beyond imagination. You have made our entire family proud of your achievements. May the Lord continue to Bless you with success and wisdom as you follow his destiny and your dreams. Love you, Mom, Dad, Gaby, Abuelo, and Abuela

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JOHN

John,

We are so proud of the fine young man that you have become. Your tenure at Pine Crest has been both challenging and rewarding, and we are so proud of your many achievements in the classroom and on the baseball field. We look forward to your continued success in college, as you move onto the next stage of your life. We know that you are ready for the challenges ahead and we will always be there to love and support you. Congratulations on your graduation, Love, Mom and Dad

JOHN MEANY

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CASSIDY

Someday you’ll look back at these pages and think about the people and events that shaped your high school experience and made you the person you are today. But now it’s time for something new, and as your biggest fans, we can’t wait to see what happens next! We love you! Dad, Mom, Lindsey and Riley

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MICHAEL Dear Mikey,

Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. We have been blessed to watch you grow into an amazing young man. As you go on to college, let your integrity and compassion be your guide. Keep music in your life and follow your passions. Try new things. Reach for the stars. We will be there for you, forever and always. Love you to the moon and back! XOXO, Mom, Dad, Zac, Noah and Cooper

MICHAEL SALTZMAN

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Alexa,

ALEXA

We are so lucky to have you as our daughter. We’ve watched you grow from a cute little girl into an intelligent, kind, and beautiful young lady. You have a loving personality that lights up every room you enter. While we are going to miss you and your great sense of humor, we’re so excited to see you continue on your journey through life. Continue to make the right choices in all of the things you do. You’re a fantastic young lady, and we know you’ll do great things in life! We love you! Mom, Dad, Haley and Sadie

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LILY

It has been an amazing journey to watch you grow into a beautiful, talented, kind young lady. We are so proud to know that you are truly ready to take on all the challenges and adventures that await you. Remember that you will forever be a part of us, on our minds and in our hearts. We love and thank you for bringing so much joy to our lives. Love, Mom, Dad and Jade

JOSHUA Josh,

Congratulations! We are very proud of your accomplishments and know there are many more ahead for you. We have enjoyed watching you grow and change through the years. Continue to be the intelligent, thoughtful, sensitive and beautiful person who we treasure and love very much. May your light always shine bright so that you never lose your way. Most importantly, be happy, enjoy life and strive for greatness!!! We will miss you so much, but we are excited to watch you embark on the next chapter in your life. With all our love, Mom, Dad and Jordan LILY VOLPER JOSHUA TANEY

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JOHN C. Well done, Conor! From pre-K to senior graduation, it’s been a fantastic journey. We are so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Ryan and Kathryn

SYDNEY Sydney,

Our love for you is limitless, our pride in you boundless This is just the beginning of many great things life has in store for you Continue to give your best effort in whatever you do- it will be worth it, we promise Trust your instincts You are so strong You have been given many gifts, use them Be open to new experiences and friendships All of your dreams reside just beyond your fears, go get them

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HANK Congratulations, Hank! We love you. Mom, Dad, and Lulu

HANK INGHAM

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Jackson,

JACKSON

Our beautiful boyAlways remember to: lead, inspire, work hard, and make the world a better place. “Be strong and courageous! Do not fear or tremble before them, for the Lord your God is the one who is going with you. He will not fail you or abandon you!” Deuteronomy 31:6. Congratulations Jackson! We love you, Mom, Dad, Emily, Isabelle, and Blu

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MICHAEL Dear Michael,

We are so very proud of the wonderful young man you have become. Your kindness, thoughtfulness, and wisdom inspire us. Stay faithful and keep smiling. Love, Mom, Dad, and Matthew “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” -Jeremiah 29:11 MICHAEL VEGA

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JABARI “If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.” -Maya Angelou

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HENRY

Henry, We are so incredibly proud of all that you have accomplished so far and even more proud of the man you’ve become. Your kindness, your smile, your empathy: they all make you who you are and make this world a better place. We can’t wait to see where your path takes you! Love, Mom, Dad, Maggie and Maura

ALEJANDRA

Dear Alejandra (Pochi),

We want you to know that we love you with all our heart, to the moon and back! We are proud of everything you’ve done and will do in the future. It has been a bumpy four years but you did it and we are so happy for you. Tu puedes lograr que tus sueños se hagan realidad! We will always be here for you no matter what, no matter where, no matter when. Te queremos mucho hijita! We love youuuuu! Mom, Dad, Adriana, and Jack

HENRY PLISKE ALEJANDRA EGOCHEAGA

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ETHAN Ethan,

The suit gets bigger but the smile is unwavering and enigmatic. We will forever love and adore the little boy, who now wears the suit as a charming, inquisitive, comical, yet always sweet young man. Love and luck always, Smith and Spau Families “You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. You can’t get there by bus, only by hard work and risk and by not quite knowing what you’re doing, but what you’ll discover will be wonderful. What you’ll discover will be yourself.” -Alan Alda

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GILLIAN

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” -Maya Angelou Keep living your life this way Gigi and you will be able to do anything. Reach for your dreams our girl and thrive in this thing we call life. XOXO, Mommy, Daddy and Hannah

GILLIAN COHEN

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VALENTINA BRAVO VALENTINA!!! Love, Mom

ALLAN

Allan,

We are all tan orgullosos de ti. I can’t believe que ya te estás graduando. Eres una persona full of kindness, always ready to ayudar a quien lo necesite without any doubt. You are an amazing hijo, hermano y amigo. That’s the reason you are always surrounded por familia y amigos. Sabemos que vas a ser muy successful in what you te propongas. Te queremos muchísimo, Papá, Mamá, Joseph, Judith y Zorro

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ALEXANDRA

Since the day you were born, your infectious smile has brought light to our hearts. Every time you enter a room that light brings warmth, compassion and love to all. With that and your determination you are going to make this world a better place to live in. We are so very proud of the person you’ve become. We are going to miss you and your beautiful smile when you go off to venture into this world. Con amore la tua famiglia

ALEXANDRA VALAD

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IAN & LAUREN Dear Ian and Lauren,

Congratulations on reaching this wonderful milestone. We have seen you grow up to become intelligent, loving, free-thinking adults who can accomplish anything that you set your minds to. We are extremely proud of you. Sai Baba wrote, “Life is a song - sing it. Life is a game - play it. Life is a challenge - meet it. Life is a dream - realize it. Life is a sacrifice - offer it. Life is love - enjoy it.” All our love, Mom and Dad

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MASON Mason Daniel Berger,

“Promise me you will always remember: you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” -Christopher Robin to Pooh We are so proud of you Mason. Love you so very much! Mom, Dad and McCoy

MASON BERGER

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CARLY Carly,

It’s hard to believe our tiny, beautiful petunia flower has blossomed into an unbelievable young woman! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments, big and small, obvious and known to a few. You are special in countless ways. We are excited for this new chapter in your life. We know it is scary, but we are confident that you will not only rise to the occasion, but thrive and blossom in ways none of us have even envisioned! May your future always be filled with good health, love, happiness, and success. We love you, Mom, Dad, and Drew

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ROSS Congratulations Ross,

We couldn’t be more proud of your hard work and achievements! As you embark on the amazing journey ahead, continue to be the bright, kind, and passionate young man who we love and cherish. May your days continue to be filled with love, laughter and joy. We can’t wait to see all the wonderful things you will accomplish in life! Love always, Mom, Dad, Jessica and Amanda

MOLLY Molly,

It’s been so exciting to watch you grow into the young woman you are today, but we can’t wait to see where you go from here! There are no challenges you can’t overcome when you put your heart and mind into it. Bold, bright, confident, a natural leader- stay true to your strengths and the future is yours! Our wish for you is that you continue approaching life with passion, curiosity, kindness and vision. Know that your family is always here for you. We love you- go boldly! Love, Mom, Dad, Emily, and Noah

ROSS MILLER MOLLY SEE

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MEGHNA Dear Meghna,

We are so proud of your accomplishments, in and out of the classroom, and the fabulous young lady that you have become. Continue to dream big and always believe in yourself. We wish you every happiness that life has to offer. Congratulations on your upcoming graduation. With all our love, Mom, Dad and Aneesh

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WYATT Wyatt,

We are so proud of the man you have grown to be. Along the way we’ve watched with pride as you overcame every trial and tribulation that life has thrown your way. You amaze us daily with your talent and determination. The future holds great things for you and we are so fortunate that you are our son. Congratulations! With all our love, Mom and Dad

WYATT ROSS

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DREW

Drew,

No words can express how proud we are of you. Your determination, hard work and creativity will take you to the stars. Congratulations to you and the Class of 2019! All our love, Mom, Dad, Jeremy, Remy and Raffy

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SHAYNE Shayne,

Congratulations and a big pat on the back for all the work and dedication that you put forth to reach your goals. You learned a long time ago, “hard work will get you the results you want.” You told me that when I made the mistake of saying, “you loved doing homework.” There is no way to express how proud your dad and I are of you. Your family is always here for you and we all love you to the moon! Mom, Dad, Sydney, Sophia, and Sascha

PAUL

Congratulations on your graduation! We are so proud of you. Your kind heart, sense of humor, and easygoing style are going to take you far in life. Enjoy every moment of the journey. Always stay true to yourself and follow your heart. Paul, whether you are surfing, playing sports, creating masterpieces, or blasting music, you never cease to amaze us. Keep on amazing us! We love you! Love, Mom, Dad, and Alexis Paul, we have gone to school together since you were three! I’m going to miss that! Love, Mom

SHAYNE POLLOCK PAUL KRIGGER

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HAYDEN

Hayden,

We are all very proud of you! As one journey ends, another begins. We are full of pride and memories of your achievements. Remember that time you finally beat Grandpa at checkers? “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” -Wayne Gretzky Keep shooting for the stars!! We look forward to sharing all the great opportunities your future holds. Always stay kind and humble. We love you so very much! Love, Mom, Pop, Hannah and Amanda

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JACOB

“You can’t put a limit on anything. The more you dream, the farther you get.” -Michael Phelps Jake, It has been the greatest gift for us to watch you grow, from the Blue Power Ranger, to the wonderful son, big brother and friend you are today. Your success is truly deserved. Chasing dreams is not an easy job. It requires lots of passion, lots of commitments, true dedication. You proved it right on every step of the way. So proud!! As your biggest fans, we can’t wait to see what happens next. The future is yours!! Congratulations! Papi, Mami and Lior

JACOB SILBERMAN

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ALIYAH

Congratulations Ali,

We hope your accomplishments are stepping stones to even greater things, your life is filled with all the love and joy you have brought to us, you cherish the memories you are going to make, savor in the goals you exceed… and build from those that you fail to reach but that make you a better person for having tried. May your future bring you the courage to know yourself, never-ending confidence when in doubt, and lifelong friendships. Rip every dive and laugh off every smack. We love you, Mom, Dad and Bailey

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LAUREN Dear Lauren,

Life is what you make it. Live passionately. Dream big and know that you possess the courage, determination, strength and intelligence to make the right choices. With love, Mom, Dad and Tyler

LAUREN SHAMIE

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ELIZABETH We are so incredibly proud of you! Stay on your path, keep being you and know the best is yet to come. All our love, Mom and Dad

NOAH

Noah,

Congratulations on your graduation! We are very proud of you and proud of everything you have accomplished. You are truly a wonderful son and we love you so much. As you set sail on your next journey, continue to follow your passion. We wish you all the best and we will always be there for you. With all our love, Mom and Dad

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RYAN Dear Ryan,

We’re so proud of you! You’re a talented kid, a hard worker, and most importantly, a thoughtful and kind son, grandson and brother to our family. You’ve reached a great milestone; now it’s time to explore the life beyond your imagination. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” -Lao Tzu Please remember your family is always behind you every step of the way! Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa and your sister

RYAN DING

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SEBASTIAN Dearest Sebastian,

We are so very proud of the young man you have grown up to be. May God bless your every endeavor. The best is yet to be! With all our love always, Mom, Dad, Marelle and Garret

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JOHN Well done, Jack.

You have brought joy to our hearts as we have watched you grow into a caring, attentive and thoughtful young man. We are so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Teddy and Laura “Let me start with issuing you a challenge: Be better than you are. Set a goal that seems unattainable, and when you reach that goal, set another one even higher.” -Herb Brooks

JOHN KIRKPATRICK

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JOHN

John,

You are an amazing son, brother and friend. Loving, compassionate, strong and resolute, you make our family ever so complete. Your future awaits and we know you’ll accomplish your goals with the determination you’ve shown you possess. Pine Crest is ending and a new chapter is about to begin. Enjoy and learn from it but always be the exceptionally wonderful person you are. Know that we’ll always love you, support you, celebrate you and be eternally proud and grateful to call you our Lurch! Love, Mom, Dad and Madison

SIMRAN Simran

You are Bold You are Brilliant You are Beautiful You light up our life with your Smile! This is just the Beginning We know you are headed for Greatness!! Love, Mom, Dad and Didi

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CHRISTOPHER Christopher,

“If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” -Thomas Jefferson We love you, Mom, Dad and Amanda

CHRISTOPHER RUSSO

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MADISON Dear Madison,

Congratulations! It is so hard to believe that you are graduating high school. It seems like yesterday that we were walking you in to your first day of preschool with your curly hair and ponytails. You have become a beautiful, bold, and bright young lady. We are truly proud of all you have accomplished. May all of your knowledge, experiences, and memories you have behind you lead you through the next exciting chapter of your life. We have no doubt you will have success and happiness in the years to come. You are our Pinky forever! We love you, Mommy, Daddy and Maxwell

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NATHAN Dear Nathan,

Congratulations on your graduation!! What a wonderful ride it has been. We are so proud of the exceptional and kind young man you have become. As your next journey in life begins, always believe in yourself, live every moment to the fullest, and laugh every day. We will miss you so much, especially your sister, who is always so proud to call you her big brother! The best chapters of your life are waiting. Now let your journey begin… We love you forever and always, Mom, Dad, and Lauren

NATHAN GOLDMAN

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MADELEINE

“Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. Whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul. With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.” -Max Ehrmann Madeleine, Congratulations! We couldn’t be more proud. Love, Mom, Dad, Marco, Roberta, Hannah, Massimo, Demi, Lauren, and Mike

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ATHENA Congratulations!

We loved you before you were born, and more today than yesterday. This has been an amazing journey and we are so proud of you. Continue to “aim high, work hard, and care deeply about what you believe in.” Remember, “Great minds discuss ideas; Average minds discuss events; Small minds discuss people.” “Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be in good health, just as your soul prospers.” Shine On Beautiful Soul! Love XOXO, Mommy, Daddy, Poppy, Aunt Annie Ruth and family

JOSEPH JAMES Congratulations Mitch!! We are so proud of you.

And remember... “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” -Jordan Belfort. Go get ’em kiddo! Love ya! Mom and Dad

ATHENA MYERS JOESPH JAMES GRAY

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AUDREY Dear Audrey,

We are in awe of your determination to excel in school, your commitment to your volunteer work and your ability to persevere. We hope you continue to have an open mind, social consciousness and the ability to bring new perspective on issues. Now you even have the “Hollo” sense of humor - we are both scared and proud! Wow have you evolved! We will miss you so and will always love you from the top of your head to the tips of your toes and everything in between! Love, Mommy, Daddy, Natalie and Julia

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JONATHAN

YOU ALWAYS MAKE US SO PROUD! We love you and look forward to seeing how you contribute to the world!! We will always be here for you… Love and kisses, Mom and Dad

JONATHAN SHAH

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ELLIOTT Congratulations, Elliott!

SAMANTHA Sami,

Congratulations on a job well done! You have brought so much joy, happiness and laughter into our lives. We are incredibly proud of you and all your accomplishments. Continue to work hard bebe, be kind and remember how much we love you. Mom, Dad and Dannie

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DAVID Congratulations David!

You have made us very proud. Our hope for you is that you find the strength and courage to pursue your dreams, even if they seem impossible. Aim high. Be thankful for the multitude of blessings you have received and never take your good fortune for granted. Please stay honest, hardworking, ambitious and empathetic. Measure your success by the positive change you bring to the world, especially to the lives of those in need. We love you so very much- always and forever Mom, Dad, Nagyi and Branty

DAVID RADVANY-ROTH

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BENJAMIN Congratulations Benjamin!

We are so proud of all that you have achieved and know you will continue to excel. No matter where life takes you, always remember we are all here for you and love you unconditionally. Mom, Craig, Dad, Brittany, Harrison, Katie, Zoe, Sammy, and Marlon

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KAMRAN

Where has the time gone? How have you grown up so fast? We can’t be more proud of you and the man that you have become. From your heart, your drive and never ending spirit we know that your future is bright. Stay strong and stay humble. Congratulations Kamran on your graduation! We can’t wait to see what you do next. Mom, Dad, Parker and Payton

KAMRAN KADIVAR

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KASSIDY,

You are a Shining Star! A beam of light wherever you are! Your smile is captivating Your laugh contagious Your kindness so genuine And your wit hilarious! We admire your humility, Integrity and compassion. We know you will DREAM BIG And succeed in every fashion! Every day our pride for you grows More and more! You are the most amazing daughter and sister Anyone could ever wish for!!! We love you so much! Mom, Dad and Hunter

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ARIELLE Arielle,

We love you so much. Congratulations! Mom and Daddy

ANNIKA Annika,

We will always think of you as our little peanut who continues to amaze us. The world awaits you and your observant, critical, articulate, patriotic, fearless, loving, thoughtful, and just ideas. Don’t stop and we know you will always stand up for that which is right. You are our gift, every moment and always. Love and ONNEA, Mom, Dad, Henrik, John and Emily Maddie and Winston

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JORDAN

Jordan,

From the moment you were born, your huge smile and bright eyes filled the room with joy. At two years old, you were already an independent thinker and wise beyond your years. You are compassionate, determined, globally intelligent, and you excel at everything you do. You are an amazing son, loving brother, and loyal friend As you embark upon your next chapter, always remember to follow your dreams. Congratulations on your graduation and I wish you a lifetime of health and happiness. I love you!! Mom, XOXO

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BENJAMIN Ben,

Congratulations! We are extremely proud of you! There will be many more accomplishments to come and we will always be there cheering you on from the sidelines. We wish you all the happiness that life can bring. Love, Mom, Dad and Graham

BENJAMIN PIERCE

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JULIA

My favorite daughter,

At last, the first milestone of your academic endeavors. Walking on water, riding unicorns, and whispering to elephants, you choose to see the beauty. Tomorrow has no limits.

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DEMI Dearest Demi,

Words cannot even describe how proud we are of you! You continuously amaze us with your academic and athletic accomplishments. We know you will succeed in life with whatever you choose to do… from playing professional tennis to ending up in Washington one day! Even though you will be away at college you will still be in our hearts every minute, and we will be cheering you on from wherever we are. Thank you for being our rock and being an incredible leader in our family when we needed you so much! We love you, Mommy, Chris, Dani, Chipper, and Sailor

DEMI SNYDER

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ALEXA

Dear Alexa,

You’ve amazed us with your indomitable spirit and “Yes, I can!” approach to everything you set your mind to do, even against the odds. Yet, with every driving force, you possess an equal measure of compassion and generosity that lifts and inspires the people around you. Jimmy Johnson said, “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.” Watching you grow with that little extra into an extraordinary young woman has been the greatest gift. Go forth with purpose, integrity, and a full heart. Continue believing in yourself - you’ll be unstoppable. All our love, Mama, Dad, and Kyle

JARED

We are so incredibly proud of you. You are such a blessing. May all your dreams come true. All our love, Mom and Dad

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ALEX Alex,

We are so incredibly proud of the young man you have become and of all your achievements! You have filled our lives with laughter, sunshine and love! Life will bring you amazing opportunities and many different paths, but remember that wherever you are or go, you will always have our support and endless love! Mom, Dad, Mickie and Steffie

ALEX FERNANDEZ-GUCKES

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EVAN Evan,

Congratulations on graduation! We are so proud of you and the wonderful man you have become. You are very loved and we are very honored to be your family. xxx, Mom, Dad, Shayna and Isaac

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EVAN DASH

EVAN Congratulations to our #1 Grandson! Your self-motivation, hard work and positive attitude combine to make the perfect role model for your family and siblings. We are so very proud of you and all your accomplishments! All our love and may the Dolphins win the Super Bowl! Nani and Papa

Dear Evan, From generation to generation we are reminded of who we are. May you continue to pass on a world of love, acceptance and hope. We love you, Grammi and Pops

EVAN DASH

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ALLISON

“Oh the places you’ll go! There is fun to be done! There are points to be scored. There are games to be won. And the magical things you can do with that ball will make you the winning-est winner of all!” -Dr. Seuss We are so proud of your achievements and recognize they are the result of years of hard work and dedication. We wish you continued success as you start your next journey and we know your preparedness, common sense and positive attitude will take you wherever you want to go! Dad, Mom, Aunt Barbara, Big Mike, Michaela and Mima

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NICHOLAS Nicholas, Congratulations!

You are an amazing son and a great brother! You grew up to be a smart, loving, kind, very strong, responsible, and honest young man. We know we can count on you, and you will always have our support. You know your roots, so be proud of them. Find yourself and be happy, free and brave. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, and remember what you sang in the boat: “It’s a small world after all.” All the world is ahead of you! Love, Mom, Dad, Max Nikolka, we love you and are very proud! Grandma Tamara P., Tanya, Vika, Stas Grandma Tamara B., Tanya, Yura, Katia, Marat, Moscow, Ekaterinburg, Sankt-Petersburg, Russia

NICHOLAS PRIGODA

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ISABELLE

Dear Izzy,

Congratulations on your amazingly successful journey through Pine Crest. You have been a ray of sunshine for all of us. We look forward to your future accomplishments and know you will make this world a better place just as you have done for our family. You are “the real deal” and “the whole package.” We love you Izzy! Love, Mom, Dad, Solomon, Elliot, Winston, Ike and Franklin

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HANNAH Hannah,

Your vibrant personality and cheerful attitude bring a smile to our faces every day! We love you and are proud of you! Mom, Dad, Jonah, and Dani

JEREMY “No matter how successful you become you gotta keep grindin’ and be a good person and then good things will come to you.” -Meek Mill Jeremy, We are so proud of all you have achieved. We are in awe of the amazing person that you are. We know you will succeed at all that you set out to do. We love you with all of our hearts, Mom, Dad, Justin, Jake, Cookie, Lucas and Jovie

HANNAH STERNTHAL JEREMY OLETSKY

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DANIEL Dear Daniel,

We admire your undeniable perseverance, passion, discipline and strength; they allow you to grow closer to your dreams every day. It is not without some sacrifices that you have worked your way up to becoming a Bulldog. Continue fulfilling your dreams. Fly far but visit the nest often. We love you! Mom, Dad, Sarah and Sofi BOOLA BOOLA!

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ETHAN Ethan,

As you finish this chapter in your life and prepare for the next, we want to send you off with a huge congratulations. We are very proud of the person you are and the man you are becoming. We don’t know what path you may take, but we do know that we are all along for the ride (like it or not). Take risks and follow your dreams. You will succeed at whatever you decide to do!!!! Don’t forget to visit and call your mom. We love you more than you will ever know. You are my love, you are my life. Love, Julian, Sydney, Marcus, Mom, Dad, Koffe and Jax

ETHAN KAUFMAN

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JESSICA Sweet Jess,

From the moment you were born you lit up our lives and completed our family with your contagious smile, sense of humor and carefree spirit. We have watched you grow into a smart, beautiful and confident woman. Always… follow your dreams, live every day with passion, be fearless when faced with a challenge, be kind when others are in need, and know we are there to support you and cheer you on every step of the way. We are so proud of you today and always. We love you more than you will ever know! Mom, Dad and Dani

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DEBORAH Debbie, filha querida,

It’s been the best 18 years by your side: so fun, full of amazing moments and experiences. You’ve always been so special, daring and intelligent; we are sure you will leave your mark on this world, as you do in our lives. Always remember you are surrounded by a family who cares about you and loves you. We’ll be here to cheer and support you along the way. Seja feliz, Mami, Abbas, Kito, Gabu e Sussi “‘To the people who look at the stars and wish, Rhys.’ Rhys clinked his glass against mine. ‘To the stars who listen - and the dreams that are answered.’” -Sarah J. Maas

DEBORAH ADES

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CATHERINE

“Oh Wow!”... That’s what you always said when you were a little girl. We look at you now and we want to repeat... Oh Wow! We could not be more proud of your accomplishments but more importantly the incredibly creative, independent, intelligent and beautiful woman you have become. You have brought us so much joy, immense laughter and unforgettable memories. We are so excited to see what lies ahead for you and will always be there by your side when you need us. With so much love, Mom, Dad and Christopher… Oh, and Chatham too!

NICOLAS

Dear Nico,

Congratulations! Today is just the beginning of an amazing future that awaits you. With your determination, big heart, and work ethic, your future is limitless. Continue enjoying every minute and being the awesome friend and son that you are. We love you so much and will miss you dearly. Dad, Mom, Ana and Leo

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CARLEY Carley,

You have brought so much joy and happiness to our lives as a daughter, a big sister, a cousin and a friend. This is just the beginning of a wonderful journey. Our wishes for you are to be happy, be passionate, be kind and be true to yourself. We are so proud of you and so excited to be a part of your next chapter. We love you!

CARLEY BLAKE

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OLIVIA Dear Olivia,

Remain fierce, kind, and loyal. You have everything you need for what comes next. We love you, Mommy, Daddy, and Sophia

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CAMILA Cami,

We are so proud of everything you have achieved and we cannot wait to see what the future holds for you. One thing is for sure, we have no doubt that whatever you set your mind to, you will be successful, because you have a work ethic that is truly admirable. The world is your oyster; go conquer it and rest assure that we will be by your side every step of the way. Keep shining and keep being true to yourself. You brighten every room you walk into and we love you unconditionally always. The sky is the limit baby girl! We adore you!

CAMILA PIZÁ

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BRIAN

Brian,

What a great ride this has been. You have made your high school years a pleasure for us. We have enjoyed watching every step you took, whether it was on the court, the field, the classroom, or the auditorium; you have made it fun and exciting. You have achieved so much at such a young age and for that we are so proud of you. Never stop learning and never stop striving to to be the best you can be. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for you. All of our love, Mom, Dad, Amanda, the boys, and Minnie

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EVE Eve,

We are so proud of you at this inflection point in your life. Your hard work and responsible behavior as a teenager show us that you are ready to engage in the next chapter of your life. We pray that all your hopes and dreams come true for you as you travel on your life journey. Know that we will always support you and always be there for you. Love always and forever, XOXO Mom and DAD

EVE ROSENTHAL

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STEVEN Steven,

We are so proud of you and the young man you have become. You are kind-hearted, smart, and with your great sense of humor you have brought so much fun and happiness into our lives. Most of all you are the best big brother to Jessica and truly a wonderful son. We are your biggest fans, and we will always be there to cheer you on. We love you!!

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ZIA

Dear Zia Mitthi! Lots of Mubarakhis on this momentous occasion of your graduation! You have truly grown up into a beautiful young lady! Your kind personality, your cheerful attitude, and your genuine character make you, YOU! The values and ethics that you hold so strongly are commendable. You can be whatever you set your mind to, so reach for the stars! Always follow your heart and believe in yourself! We are super proud of YOU!!! “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think!” -Winnie the Pooh With much love, Zaria, Dad and Mom

ASHLEIGH Ashleigh Brielle,

Behind you, all your memories. Before you, all your dreams. Around you, all who love you. Within you, all you need. With love and pride, Daddy, Mommy, Amber and Autumn

ZIA PIRANI ASHLEIGH CLARK

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JACOB

“Sometimes it’s the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination.” -Drake Jacob, We are so proud to be a part of this adventure with you! Dream big, work hard, stay humble, be honest, kind and always stay true to yourself. We love you and will always be there for you. Love, Mom, Dad, Cameron, Ryan, Harry and Bachi

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BRITTA Britta,

Since you were a little girl, your adventurous spirit has amazed us. Being your parents has brought us so much joy. Simply Put, We Love You, We are Proud of You. You are a wonderful Explorer, Risk Taker, and Leader. Your only limits are what you can imagine. Be sure TO HAVE FUN. IT IS THE REASON TO live. You are an intelligent and talented young lady. This is your time. Go forth and set the world on fire. The sky’s the limit. And remember, “You are my sunshine!” Love, Mom and Dad

BRITTA STRAIN

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Jacob,

JACOB

You have a beautiful soul and an infectious smile that warms everyone’s heart. You have compassion, integrity and wisdom beyond your years and your tenacity to mature and excel seems effortless! Your future shines as bright as gold and you continue to make us proud every single day! As you embark on your next journey… Our wish for you is that you follow your dreams, never give up, stay present, live in gratitude, trust yourself and embrace each and every single day because you deserve it!! We love you endlessly, Mom, Dad, Ryan, Dylan and Emma

There are friends, there is family, and then

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Harris, Your heart is kind and open to all. Your mind never stops working. You are always coming up with something new, something great and you never cease to amaze us EVER. The world is waiting and ready for your book of ideas. No one believes in you more than we do. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING!!! We are here to support you every step of the way and we will always LOVE YOU and you will always be our favorite son! Love, Mom, Dad and Sloane “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” -Walt Disney

HARRIS

there are best friends that became family.

HARRIS GEVINSON

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DAVID

David,

There are no words to describe how proud we are of you and how much we love you. We are in awe of the young man that you have become and are so grateful to have you in our lives. Always remember, “ You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you know.” -Christopher Robin, Winnie the Pooh We love you, Mom, Dad, Andie and Max

Binks,

BIANCA

I hope your dreams take you to the corners of your smile, to the heights of your dreams, through the glass ceilings of your opportunities and to the most special places that your heart has ever known. Make amazing mistakes, break rules. It’s not your aptitude but your attitude that determines your altitude. Always remember you are enough, as you are as perfect as your imperfection. You cannot take back a spoken word, a past life or a neglected opportunity. Words cannot express how proud we are of you in all your accomplishments. We cannot wait to see your imprint on the world. Love, Mom, Adrian, Tina, Lu, Kayla, grandparents, Aunt K, family and friends

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DAVID MANNIS BIANCA SIMONS

SYDNEY Dear Sydney,

We’re so unbelievably proud of you! For years we’ve watched in amazement as you’ve grown into the brilliant, thoughtful, strong woman you are today. Words cannot describe how proud we are of you. Already you’ve come so far, and with your talent and determination, there’s no limit to how far you can go. We’re incredibly lucky to have you in our lives. Thank you for always being an amazing daughter, sister, and best friend. We love you endlessly and wish you the best of luck on your journey and this new chapter. Love always, Dada, Mama, Soleil, Cookie and Charlie

SYDNEY TACHER

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Dear Mark,

MARK

Since the day you were born you brought a special light to our lives. Your love for learning was in you from the start. Your inquisitive mind, your determination, your discipline, and your talents paved the way for an amazing experience at Pine Crest. You have grown into a very special young man. As you prepare to embark on a new journey, we want you to know how proud we are of you. We know that wherever you go, whatever you do, you will reach your goals. We love you, Papi, Mami, Arielle, Sharon and Isaac

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MARK ROZENCWAIG

LAUREN Congratulations! You have grown into a determined, beautiful and talented young lady. We are extremely proud of your accomplishments. A bright future full of possibilities awaits you.

Wish all of your dreams become reality! Lots of Love, Mom, Dad, Stephen, Lindsay and Piper

Congratulations Ally!

ALLYSON

You did it! Your determination for everything you do will serve you so well on the road ahead. Always remember to hold your head up high, dream big and believe in yourself! We are so proud of you. We love to you to the moon and back and beyond. Mom, Dad and Carly Congratulations and best of luck to the Class of 2019! “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced to them.” -Maya Angelou

LAUREN NOYOLA ALLYSON FELDMAN

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BRYCE Bryce,

Your name means strong and swift. I pray that you continue to grow with confidence and self-awareness. You have been a blessing since the first day we laid eyes on you. As the first grandchild and eldest cousin, you have set the bar very high for your siblings and younger family members. You have made us so proud. God bless you Bryce Kylan, you are highly favored and will do great things.

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BRYCE EMANUEL

JULIA

Born at the turn of the millennium, a new century of promise for the future a new life of promise and capability Born at the turn of the millennium, now a childhood of love behind you now 18 years of success behind you Born at the turn of the millennium, a lifetime of accomplishments in front of you a generation of achievements in front of you We will be there with you every step of the way With all our love and support Congratulations on your graduation! We adore you! Mom, Dad, Ryan, Jayden and Arya

JULIA ENGELHARDT

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JULIANNE

Dearest Julianne,

Our family’s baby has become a big girl and we are all so proud of you. You have grown up so beautifully, all the while teaching us individually how to expand our hearts and our horizons. We applaud your hard work and sincerity and are grateful for the success and joy it has brought you. We pray for good fortune to follow you throughout your lifetime. We love you to infinity and beyond, Julianne- forever and ever. XOXOXO, Mom, Dad, Shaun, Brent and Lady Sansa

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JULIANNE WEISS

FATIMA Dearest Fati,

We are lucky to have you. You leave us in awe with your beauty and intelligence. We love you and all that you are! Abbu, Ammi, Ayesha and Muhammad

FATIMA MINHAS

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ALEXANDRA Dear Alex,

Since we heard your first tiny cry at the hospital, we have been hopelessly in love with you. We’ve watched you blossom into a smart, compassionate and beautiful young woman, the kind of person this world so desperately needs. Our hope for you is that you always see the world through a child’s eyes: with positivism, curiosity and full of possibilities. We are certain you will develop the wisdom, patience, and vision to navigate the world of adulthood with beauty and grace. When the going gets tough, remember you have a team of fans to help you along the way. With love, La Familia Numerosa

DOMINIC

Vision, Strength, Resilience, Endurance, Determination. Dominic, you have it all! Congratulations on a wonderful Upper School experience that has shown you that you can accomplish anything you desire! (Anything! Remember Pepper XIII!) We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished, both in your varsity golf and the growth you’ve achieved in your academics! You’ve grown into such a fine young man! We love you so much! We can’t wait to share with you all the great experiences you are going to have as you crush all your goals in college! We love you bud! Congratulations! Mom, Dad, Gabrielle and Sparky

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ALEXANDRA VENEGAS DOMINIC CARRERA

ALEXANDRA Princesa,

Our pride in you began the moment you were born. You changed our lives - for the better - and made us a family. We’ve watched you take on challenges with your quick wit, some dark humor, and laser focus to become the amazing young lady you are today. And now that you’ve arrived at the first of many important crossroads in life, we trust you’ll remember the many lessons learned at home and at school to make the choices that will shape your future. Always aim for the stars; carpe diem! Te adoramos, Mama, Papa y Nico

ALEXANDRA VENEGAS

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SAMANTHA Samantha,

We are so proud of what you have accomplished and the woman you have become! Congratulations on your graduation! We love you! Dad, Bernadette, Ethan, and Troy

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SAMANTHA GONZALEZ

GABRIEL

“Now bid me run, / And I will strive with things impossible / Yea, get the better of them.” -Shakespeare Gaby, you possess the indomitable spirit and heart of one of my favorite literary heroes, Beowulf, and that heart will fuel your next adventure with the will to persevere through obstacles, to embrace these challenges, and most importantly, to never yield in pursuit of honor and glory. You give my life meaning and purpose, and I will always carry your heart. Love, Mom, Papi and Samantha

BENJAMIN Hijito,

The thing about seeing the world… is that you have to go and see the world. Never forget that a grateful heart is a happy heart and G-d made you to be happy. No te preocupes…todo está bien. In the pursuit of your dreams, remember who you are and where we come from, always. The best thing that you can ever be is yourself! We are so proud of you and excited for your next chapters. Eres Pura Vida! Te Amamos, We Love You, Wǒ men ài n ǐ . Father, Mamá, Aaron, Mami, Papi, Grandmother, Grandfather y toda la familia!

GABRIEL ORTEGA BENJAMIN STAHL

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AISLINN Ace,

Well done! We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you. You are smart, kind, funny and conscientious. We know you will approach all challenges ahead with hard work, humor and grace. We love you!!!! Mom, Dad, Ryan, Gavin and Scamp

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AISLINN SULLIVAN

SOFIA Sofia,

We are so proud of your hard work and accomplishments and overjoyed to celebrate this major milestone with you- high school graduation. We are especially proud of the zest and enthusiasm with which you tackled novel challenges. We know your intellect, dedication, and impeccable character will help you make a positive change in the world. We wish you health, happiness, and endless fun on your journey through life. Te queremos mucho, Mom, Dad, Andrés, and Morgan

SOFIA RESTREPO

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JULIA

“The human heart has hidden treasures, In secret kept, in silence sealed; The thoughts, the hopes, the dreams, the pleasures, Whose charms were broken if revealed.” -Charlotte Brontë

“So if you wake up with the sunrise, And all your dreams are still as new, And happiness is what you need so bad, girl, The answer lies with you” -Led Zeppelin

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JULIA TANNENBAUM

MADISON Dear Madison, “my brown eyed girl,”

How can it be that four short years ago you entered high school? We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. You are the most kind, caring, talented, beautiful, strong, funny, intelligent and compassionate person I know. Stay true to yourself and you will succeed in everything you do… You truly amaze me every day!!!! YOU DO IT ALL!!!!!! Congratulations and thank you for bringing so much happiness into our lives and may all your wishes and dreams come true… Love and Butterfly Kisses, Mom, Dad, Robert, Zach, Alyssa, Sydney, Ty and Zoey :)

MADISON MAZER

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GABRIELLA Congratulations Gabby!

We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments. Know that we love you and will always be by your side. May all your dreams come true! With all our love, Mom, Dad, Robert and Shaina

CHRISTIAN To Christian, my little buddy,

For the past 18 years, you have been the light of my life. I am so immensely proud of you in everything you do. It seems like yesterday you were this tiny person, with an endless amount of curiosity and a boundless smile. Now you are so grown up. I cannot wait to see where your journey takes you. Dream big and work hard but never forget to find joy and happiness along the way. I love you with all my heart, Your Mom

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GABRIELLA PEARL CHRISTIAN EHRNROOTH

ILANA

ILANA…From an amazing young girl to an amazing young woman. We had the highest expectations for you since the day you were born, and you have exceeded them all. We are more proud of you than you will ever know. We love you. Congratulations!!! Love, Your Family

ILANA SHAPIRO

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ETHAN Dear Ethan,

We are so proud of all you have accomplished throughout your high school years, but more importantly, we are proud of the exceptional young man you have become. You are kind and compassionate, confident yet humble, and hardworking and dedicated in all your endeavors. You make us laugh every day and your positive energy is contagious. You are a true friend and a caring brother, son, and grandson. May you always enjoy life as much as you do today, and may your future be filled with health, love, and laughter. We love you! Love, Mom, Dad, Zachary, Charlie, Grover and Olive

2019

ETHAN BERMAN

Gathering data. Taking photos.

You walk into US-205.

Thursday Yerdzday meetings. Dunkin’ Donuts. Spending hours

together brainstorming before and after school.

You open up InDesign to an empty spread. Hours pass. Picking a focal. Selecting the right words to capture the essence of what happened. The vision comes to life.

Collaborating. Copy editing. Turning in proofs.

Making adjustments. Sending in the last batch of PDFs. Relief,

anticipation, excitement. The book arrives. Unbox, unwrap. The smell of fresh print. Senior distribution day. Looking back. Sending pages to contests. Starting all over again.

STORIES move us forward

HAPPY WHETHER

it was designing ads, taking photos or writing articles, no contribution went unnoticed in the making of the yearbook. Both experienced and new student journalists collaborated to craft the 2019 edition of The Crestian. On a given school day, yearbook members could be spotted gathering raw data around school or working at the row of computers in the back of US-205. With students coming in throughout the school day, Sra. Patty Gómez’s room became the official second home for yearbook staff members. At the heart of the operation, editor-inchief Alexandra Giorno ’19, artistic director Ishani Singh ’19 and chief copy editor Lauren Fromkin ’19 kept the team going. “I started off with little

Here is a main story caption! Lots and lots of words about the pretty pretty picture that one of our amazing photographers took. Action verbs woo. And information that we got thoruhg th ebeat system.

knowledge of digital design, but after a lot trial and error, I gradually got the hang of it,” Ishani said. “From getting to experiment with looks to finalizing the designs, I realize how far I’ve come.” The size of the actively contributing team spanned across all four grades and encompassed students in many activities, ensuring a variety of data could be collected. The staff ’s dynamic work atmosphere and ethic attracted athletes, musicians, dancers and more. Those in the Visual Arts, Design and Media class during 9th period had a special opportunity to become proficient in a number of design platforms. “Being in 9th period and working in a small group with the editor-in-chief was amazing because I was able to learn a lot,” Bailey Watson ’22 said. words by Olivia Pettee photos by Crestian Staff design by Crestian Staff

SELFIE

CENTRAL 5. After spending hours working on the book, Alexandra Giorno ’19, Ishani Singh ’19, Sra. Patty Gómez and Emma Gómez ’22 celebrate with a selfie. Every time they left US-205, they commemorated the occasion with a selfie. 6. At the end of a Saturday work day, Sra. Gómez, Lauren Fromkin ’19, Ishani Singh ’19, Olivia Pettee ’20 and Alexandra Giorno ’19 capture a quick selfie by the computers. Near deadlines, they could be found in the yearbook room around the clock.

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YEARBOOK 2018-2019

1. During the yearbook class, Emma Gómez ’22, Alicia Caceres ’21 and Ishani Singh ’19 review proofs to see what they need to fix for their final submission. The yearbook went through four deadlines to submit all necessary data.

2. Counting photos, Ishani Singh ’19 goes through senior ads pages as Alexandra Giorno ’19 verifies the number of photos with the master document.

3 3. Presenting to writers, chief copy editor Lauren Fromkin ’19 teaches the principles of writing and conducting interviews. She led multiple writing workshops to help the writers learn how to write journalistically.

The Crestian staff lets their true personalities show as they laugh between bursts of photos. The team spent hours together before, during and after school working on taking pictures, writing articles and designing pages.

4. With Google Drive open, senior ads manager Rose Rothschild ’19 organizes data to place in InDesign. Once all senior ads were complete, she helped with obtaining data for rosters.

CSPA

7. Posing in front of the Alma Mater statue, members of the CSPA take a break between classes to take in Columbia University. On their last day of classes, they solidified the skills they learned from the three-day conference. 8. The yearbook team enjoys a dinner with PC alumni during their trip to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) conference. Students heard the alumni’s stories about their careers and saw what they accomplished since graduation.

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EDITORIAL BOARD ALEXANDRA GIORNO Editor-in-Chief

SHIRAZ SHIFF

ISHANI SINGH

LAUREN FROMKIN Chief Copy Editor

Managing Editor

DANIELLE WEISFISCH

Artistic Director

Index Manager & Section Editor

Senior Ads Manager

ROSE ROTHSCHILD

EMMA GÓMEZ

CASSANDRA LAWLOR

ALLISON TREBBI

ALICIA CACERES

Section Editor

HALEY STRAUCH

Journalism Student

EMMA RENDE

Journalism Student

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COMMUNITY YEARBOOK

Section Editor

JULIA ARONBERG

Section Editor

VENICE JUNGER

OLIVIA PETTEE

Section Editor

DANIELA MUÑOZ

Business Manager

BAILEY WATSON

Journalism Student

TAYLOR JONES

CHELSEA THOMPSON

DEBORAH ADES

Journalism Student

Social Chair

YEARBOOK STAFF

STAFF

Maria Abello Lucas Abrams Deborah Ades Julia Aronberg Ana Bordin Julia Borisiak Alicia Caceres Alexandra Carr Marisa Cefola Gillian Cohen Melissa Damasceno Ryan Ding Phoebe Ducote Omer Erez Emma Feirstein Lauren Fromkin Alexandra Giorno

Marielle Goldschlag Emma Gómez Brooke Greenfield Alexa Hackman Lily Hashemi Natalia Hauser Karene Hermon Taylor Jones Venice Junger Marlie Kahan Julia Karten Joshua Koolik Sabrina Kreiss Cassandra Lawlor Leah Martinez Madison Metz Fatima Minhas Ayesha Minhas

Estefania Monseratt Daniela Muñoz Athena Myers Olivia Pettee Benjamin Pierce Reagan Provo Ivey Rao Alice Rau Emma Rende Catrina Reyes Rose Rothschild Grace Sager Eli Seiner Owen Seiner Meghna Sharma Shiraz Shiff Ishani Singh Haley Strauch

Chelsea Thompson Allison Trebbi Justin Vainder Alyssa Vasserman Bailey Watson Danielle Weisfisch Julianne Weiss Sydni Zfira

CONTRIBUTORS

Megan Guido Gabrielle Khoriaty Madeline O’Mahoney Alexis Peddy Mark Rozencwaig Annalise Selden Emilia Valasquez Nadya Yanova

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Abbott, Joshua 161, 245 Abedon, Adrian 59, 183, 208, 238, 252, 261 Abello, Maria 24, 44, 57, 76, 114, 131, 158, 161, 169, 237, 238, 253, 255, 260, 261, 395 Abrams, Lucas 58, 126, 171, 232, 238, 245, 251, 252, 254, 260, 261, 395 Abuhamda, Salma 13, 66, 91, 100, 101, 183, 207, 237, 246, 249, 253, 260, 261, 264 Abuhamda, Zaid 151, 245, 249 Academics AP 3D Studio Art 118 AP Biology 37, 78 AP Calculus 170, 409 AP Calculus BC 39, 103 AP Capstone Research 34 AP Capstone Seminar 39, 222 AP Chemistry 170, 221 AP Computer Science 39, 79, 115, 219 AP English Language 36, 72 AP English Literature 148 AP Environmental Science 79 AP Human Geography 150 AP Latin 34, 63, 111 AP Macroeconomics 409 AP Physics C 38 AP Psychology 79 AP Spanish Language 110, 114 AP U.S. Government and Politics 38, 170 AP U.S. History 3, 38 Drawing and Painting II 88, 118 English II Honors 114 French III Honors 37 French IV Honors 78 Geometry Honors 39, 79 Latin II Honors 37, 114 Marine Biology 114 Organic Chemistry Post-

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THE CRESTIAN 2019 INDEX

AP 221 Post-AP Fiction 114 Post-AP Political Science 79, 115 Sculpture and Ceramics II 88 Seminar in Visual Arts Post-AP 89 Spanish 110 Spanish IV 37, 79 Ades, Cesar 27, 171, 250, 252, 255, 257 Ades, Deborah 20, 38, 54, 78, 103, 106, 111, 116, 183, 231, 250, 254, 255, 260, 261, 361, 394, 395 Agudelo, Camila 151, 232, 244, 249, 253, 255, 257, 259 Aguiar, Gabriel 112, 183, 192, 250 Albinder, Jolie 35, 71, 103, 151, 246, 251, 253, 254, 259, 260 Alboucrek, Benjamin 161, 252 Alexanderson, Kerri-Anne 8, 221, 222 Alkon, David 161, 245, 250, 251, 259 Alkon, Sofia 40, 41, 46, 171, 232, 261 Allred-Boyd, Nikki 42, 111, 220, 231 Aloia, Lola 53, 66, 171, 237, 240, 252, 254 Altobelli, Cindy 226 Alumni Kevin Boothe 28 Robin Rosenbaum 115 Scott Singer 115 Victoria Mott Garey 147 Ametrano, Joe 220 Amunategui, Andrew 136, 171, 178, 239, 247, 260, 261 Amunategui, Nicolas 151, 158, 159, 239, 241 Andersen, Carrie 218 Anderson, Brian 21, 26, 28, 51, 90, 95, 137, 183, 212, 236, 239, 257, 260, 366 Andreas, Owen 161, 238, 259, 260 Andreas, Reed 71, 161, 162, 238, 259, 260 Angella, Joseph 23, 50, 129, 171, 178, 239, 241, 260, 261 Angelo, Kassidy 108, 114, 183, 212, 213, 250, 255, 256, 260, 261, 344 Arabia, Isabella 38, 161, 232, 238, 253, 260 Aronberg, Julia 45, 46, 82, 84, 108, 109, 112, 130, 151, 227,

237, 255, 260, 394, 395 Aronson, Ashley 151, 236, 244, 251, 253, 254, 259 Asnis, Andrew 183, 211, 260, 261, 265 Asnis, Danielle 161 Axelrod, Lorrie 171, 233, 239, 246, 249, 252, 256, 258, 260, 261 Ayala, Sara 227

Babayev, Jason 161, 232, 255, 260 Babourine, Kirian 161, 243 Badgamia, Aashay 171, 245, 247, 260, 261 Bain, Alex 225, 407 Baker, Elizabeth 38, 89, 111, 183, 260, 261 Bal, Brooke 242 Ballivian, Silvia 183, 232, 233, 242, 249, 253, 255, 260 Bancroft, Alexandra 161, 232, 233, 249, 253, 259, 260 Banta, Gavin 171, 243 Barbar, Kelsey 112, 171 Barenholtz, Mynda 76, 161, 232, 253, 255, 260 Barr, Julia 171, 251 Barry, Adrienne 225 Barry, Bridget 161, 239, 243, 251, 257, 260 Bass, Lindsay 108, 221 Batta, Sarika 54, 113, 171, 240, 251, 256, 260, 261 Bauman, Ross 75, 183, 212, 249, 252, 253, 255, 256, 274 Bauman, Spencer 38, 45, 161, 231, 252, 255, 256, 260, 261 Baur, Paul 59, 126, 127, 235, 238, 239, 245, 246 Bazile, Pierre 226 Bazo, Julian 184, 245, 250, 252, 260, 261, 264 Beaufrand, Juan 171, 261 Becker, Michael 161, 239, 241 Becker, Steven 65, 184, 208, 260, 368 Beighley, Mary 151, 251, 253, 255, 260 Belanger, Camille 161, 231, 252, 261 Belette, Frank 31, 60, 101, 171, 255, 258, 260, 261 Beleznay, Flora 49, 161, 244 Beleznay, Maya 59, 64, 78,

100, 101, 171, 239, 246, 249, 251, 252, 260, 261 Berger, Benjamin 44, 161, 231, 252, 253, 254, 260, 261 Berger, Jordanna 71, 113, 125, 151, 237, 238, 251, 253, 254, 259 Berger, Mason 74, 79, 184, 188, 207, 212, 250, 252, 255, 260, 261, 317 Bergner, Ella 52, 171, 173, 237, 251, 253, 260, 261 Bergner, Harold 135, 171, 193, 246, 251, 254, 261 Berkun, Jeremy 151, 232, 233, 253, 260 Berman, Charles 151, 241, 250, 251, 260 Berman, Ethan 101, 184, 211, 251, 255, 260, 261 Berman, Natalie 87, 161, 250, 251, 254, 257, 261 Berne, Connor 59, 161, 238, 245 Bernick, Ariella 29, 68, 115, 161, 239, 242, 249, 251, 253, 260, 261 Bernstein, Alexis 171, 249, 253, 254, 255, 258, 260 Bernstein, Benjamin 27, 92, 93, 184, 212, 243, 244, 245, 342 Bernstein, Kathryn 151, 241, 242, 251, 260 Berti, Mildred 224 Betts, Ladell 239 Bharadwa, Hailey 22, 161, 231, 247, 249, 259 Bishara, Ella 128, 151, 239, 242, 251, 259 Bishara, Gwyneth 53, 171, 239, 242, 251, 256, 259 Blake, Carley 56, 57, 79, 111, 184, 208, 218, 247, 255, 363 Blake, Kelli 57, 109, 151, 156, 247 Bland, Anthony 150, 151, 236, 239 Blandford, Derek 171 Blavatnik, Mia 171, 172, 261 Blaze, Abby 161, 259, 260 Bloch, Aaron 53, 64, 110, 133, 184, 212, 235, 251, 254, 256, 257, 260, 261, 281 Bloch, Connor 118, 151, 238, 251, 254, 257, 260 Blodgett, Arthur 242 Bloom, Burke 26, 171, 178, 232, 233, 239, 260 Blostein, Lauren 171 Blostein, Zachary 184, 212, 238, 261, 269 Bobbs, Tracy 226

Bodenweber, Griffin 71, 161, 241, 257, 260 Bodenweber, Tyler 11, 151, 158, 241, 260 Bodmer, Alexandra 55, 151, 232, 236, 240, 244, 250, 253, 257 Bogarin, Camila 161, 259, 261 Bolja, Daniel 20, 25, 35, 40, 41, 53, 101, 184, 231, 250, 260, 261, 272 Bonfiglio, Anthony 161, 247 Boothe, Denae 151, 242, 249, 253 Boothe, Niles 27, 65, 184, 212, 213, 243, 251, 254, 260, 282 Bordin, Ana 131, 161, 246, 253, 255, 256, 259, 260, 395 Borisiak, Julia 7, 184, 185, 186, 188, 193, 194, 196, 198, 252, 260, 348, 395 Borujerdi, Melika 6, 44, 85, 151, 231, 244, 249 Botting, Rachel 48, 171, 244 Braden, Lane 225 Braden, Piper 59, 151, 239, 242, 258 Brannan, Tiana 171, 244, 257, 260, 261 Brattli, Austin 26, 184, 260, 261, 270 Breault, Ryann 132, 171, 243, 244 Bresnahan, Ruth 221 Brodsky, Benjamin 161, 236, 239, 260 Brown, Elizabeth 24, 65, 93, 126, 184, 212, 231, 243, 246, 250, 252, 253, 254, 260, 261, 328 Brown, Jim 238, 239, 245, 246 Brown, Rodney 227 Brown, Terri 238, 239, 245, 246 Brudner, Alix 161, 242, 261 Brumley, Tim 226 Buehl, Elizabeth 76, 171, 178, 251, 260 Buehl, Matthew 171, 238, 252, 260 Buhler, Lynn 225 Burgess, Dave 220 Burns, Ari 6, 161, 238, 249, 253, 255, 260, 261 Burnstein, Karly 19, 150, 151, 231, 259, 260 Burtin, Alessandra 151, 237 Burtin, Bella 241 Burton, Greg 54, 240 Butler, Diane 227

Butler, Jackson 133, 161, 235, 261 Byrnes, Katie 224

Cacenco, Maya 161, 246, 255, 260, 261 Caceres, Alicia 46, 68, 71, 161, 239, 246, 253, 255, 256, 259, 260, 261, 393, 394, 395 Cahn, Josie 151 Cameron, Shelly 225 Campbell, Jennifer 227 Can, Layla 171, 251 Cantor, Alec 161, 241 Carafiello, Laura 238, 239, 242 Cardichon, Rose 227 Carpio, Eros 90, 161, 165, 236 Carr, Alexandra 44, 52, 100, 114, 121, 171, 207, 209, 247, 260, 261, 395 Carreno, Jessica 227 Carrera, Dominic 54, 184, 212, 240, 249, 382 Carswell, Courtney 226 Carver, Valerie 101, 161, 253, 257, 258, 259, 260 Casado, Ana 171, 251, 252, 261 Casaretto, Isabella 134, 151, 235, 242 Cascarano, Giuliana 60, 103, 171, 250, 251, 255, 257, 260, 261 Casey, Steven 125, 224, 238 Cassera, Dario 151 Cassius, Justin 161, 169, 236, 239, 246, 250, 251, 254, 257, 258, 260 Castellon, Rodrigo 66, 67, 80, 84, 184, 233, 249, 260, 261 Cefola, Marisa 11, 151, 232, 242, 251, 258, 260, 395 Cepero, Leslie 225, 407 Cepero, Raul 133, 171, 178, 235, 239, 260, 261 Cesar, Monnelus 227 Chen, Christopher 151, 239, 249 Chery, Eliakim 227 Chiabrera, Claudia 226 Cholerton, Evan 23, 72, 171, 178, 245, 249, 255, 258, 260 Chung, Andrew 36, 66, 72, 81, 171, 233, 249, 252, 253, 255, 260

Cichoski, Amy 42, 117, 231 Cisewski, Haley 161, 244 Clark, Amber 242, 245, 246, 407 Clark, Ashleigh 28, 94, 106, 185, 210, 212, 246, 247, 249, 253, 261, 369 Clark, Nicole 224 Clarke, Avita 31, 54, 185, 240, 249, 253, 258, 260, 261, 267 Clubs American Civil Liberties Union 115, 249 American Sign Language Club 249 Artificial Intelligence of Deep Learning 249 Asian Heritage and Culture Club 19, 66, 67, 249 Astronomy Club 249 Best Buddies 258 Best Foot Forward Club 258 Beta Club 35, 260 Black Students Association 67, 249 Brazilian Club 66, 210, 250, 251 Business Club 250 Cadena Club 259 Cancer Awareness Club/ Teens of Pink Ribbon 250 Chess Club 250 Club Couture 250 Computer Science Club 39 Creative Writing Club 19, 24, 250 Criminology Club 19, 251 Culinary Club 19, 251 Daniella’s Journey 259 Debate 122, 123 DECA 251 Drama Club 251 Education in the Nation Club 251 Environmental Action Club 248, 252, 253 eSports Club 252 Etiquette Club 252 Film Club 252 Fishing Club 252 French Club 19, 252 Gay-Straight Alliance 179, 253 Gender Equality Club 32, 179, 253 German Club 19, 63, 66, 253 Glee Club 253 Global Astronomy Club

253 Habitat for Humanity 259 Health, Nutrition and Fitness Awareness Club 253 Hip Hop Club 174, 254, 255 Indian Heritage Club 67, 254 International Relations Club 19, 254 Investing Club 254 Jewish Athletes Association 254 Jewish Heritage Club 19, 248, 254 Kiva Club 19, 259 Latinx Student Assocation 66, 210, 255 Mock Trial 255 Model Congress 108, 109, 188, 255 Model United Nations 108, 109, 188 Party for Common Ground 248, 255 Photography Club 19, 255 Physical Science Club 256, 257 Pine Crest Junior Classical League 256 Pre-Med Club 256 Pro Israel Leadership Group 256 Our Shared Self 255 Prom Committee 106, 107, 256 Robotics Club 112 Russian Club 256 Second Life Project 259 Soccer Appreciation Club 257 Spanish Club 66, 210, 257 Sports Analytics Club 257 Startup Innovation/ Incubator Club 257 Students Against Animal Cruelty 19, 257 Students Against Hunger 259 Students for Muslim Solidarity 193, 257 Technology Student Association (TSA) 9, 96, 113 TED-Ed Club 32, 33, 72, 73, 258, 259 Teenage Republicans 258 Women in Stem Club 258

AUGUST

Benjamin Stahl ’19 was offered the unique opportunity to study abroad in China for the summer. He received a scholarship from the National Security Language Initiative for Youth, which selected students based on merit and promoted critical language learning. He traveled to Chengdu, China and stayed with a host family while fully immersing himself in Mandarin. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Benjamin Stahl

Young Democrats 179, 258 Coe, Kella 237 Cohen, Daniel 151, 231, 251, 259, 260 Cohen, Ethan 151 Cohen, Gillian 23, 27, 94, 100, 101, 106, 185, 207, 208, 212, 247, 251, 254, 259, 260, 261, 313, 395 Colton, Connor 112, 151, 245 Combs, David 225 Combs, Martha 227 Competitions American Scholastic Press Association 77 Columbia Scholastic Press Association 77, 393 Crew Scholastic Nationals 8, 238 Florida Math League 248 Florida Scholastic Press Association 77 Founders Council 99 Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium 81 Math Olympiad 60 National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards 88, 119, 122, 138 National Scholastic Press Association 77 PBS Student Reporting Labs 74, 75

School Duel 35, 110 STN 74 Swimming Youth Olympics 60 TSA Nationals 9, 96 Youth Innovation Summit 60 Conklin, Catherine 185, 209, 212, 254, 255, 261, 362 Conklin, Christopher 3, 151, 238, 255 Connors, Barry 225, 236 Connors, Melanie 224 Cono, Hailee 34, 185, 210, 255, 260, 261 Consoli, Sonia 225, 407 Conver, Robbie 235 Conway, Jillian 227 Coon, John 127, 161, 252 Cordoba, Brooke 37, 171, 244 Cornick, Danielle 35, 113, 151, 238, 251, 259, 260 Correa, Antonio 26, 133, 151, 158, 159, 235 Coughlan, Laura 227 Couture, Eli 185, 249, 251, 260, 268 Couture, Nina 8, 187, 210, 238, 249, 253, 257, 258, 260, 261, 268 Craik, Joanna 224 Crescimano, Linda 224 Cruz, Aurea 225 Cruzpino, Casey 244 Cueto, Chase 151, 233, 238, 249, 251, 260 ABBOTT, JOSHUA -CUETO, CHASE

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Cunningham, Daniel 224 Curran, Tim 23, 219, 226, 239 Cyr, Caleb 133, 171, 232, 235, 260

D’Agostino, Diego 130, 187, 245, 249, 250, 251, 254, 255, 257, 260, 261 Dailey, Macy 220 Daley, Leacroft 226 Damasceno, Melissa 13, 14, 18, 61, 88, 116, 150, 151, 231, 251, 252, 255, 258, 260, 261, 395 Damiano, Steve 226 Dardet, Christine 227, 407 Dardet, Delaney 75, 94, 119, 120, 171, 238, 247, 256, 258, 260, 261 Das, Ovik 116, 151, 249, 260 Dash, Evan 7, 27, 101, 110, 187, 251, 260, 261, 352, 353 Daszkal, Julian 187, 251, 260, 261, 266 Dauer, Lauren 227 Davidov, Alexander 151, 243 Davidovic, Emily 36, 112, 171, 178, 241, 258, 260, 261 Davimos, Spencer 151, 232, 233 Dawson-Scully, Lauren 24,

65, 114, 171, 231, 238, 258, 260, 261 de Armas-Kucich, Alesia 162, 237, 251, 255, 259, 261 de la Puente, Andres 125, 171, 238, 261 de Leon, Gloria 227 de Souza, Isabella 162, 239 Dear, Amanda 162, 237, 256, 259 Dear, Austin 187, 260, 284 Dearman, Madison 187, 218, 254, 255, 260, 270 DeChant, Rita 227 Del Vecchio, Charles 162, 235, 250, 252, 253, 258, 260, 261 Delgado, Ivan 137, 239 Delimitros, Andrew 152, 238, 260 Denhard, Wyatt 152, 244 Deni, Catherine 238 DePriest, Robert 225 Derby, Nerissa 227 Detomasso, Joe 243 Dezell, Taylor 171, 233 Ding, Ryan 35, 187, 256, 260, 261, 329, 395 Dispoto, Aimee 227 Docal, Terri 242 Donshik, Daniella 162, 259, 260, 261 Doolittle, Cheryl 12, 101, 218, 223, 407 Dorante, Ewa 244 Drury, Mark 226 Dua, Nikita 44, 152, 231,

SEPTEMBER

Jordan Vital ’20 was selected to join the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Student Athlete Advisory Committee. As a three-year member of the Girls Varsity Lacrosse team, Jordan’s expertise on the sport made her a crucial link in identifying and communicating topics, issues and concerns pertaining to student athletes in Florida. Jordan was selected based on her sports participation, extracurricular involvement and leadership skills.

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238, 260 Ducote, Phoebe 131, 162, 237, 253, 255, 260, 395 Dudak, Maxwell 152, 231, 238, 258 Dudak, Ryan 19, 75, 172, 231, 246, 250, 254, 258, 260, 261 Dudgeon, James 78, 172, 251, 252 Dunne, Kelly 101, 152, 159, 241, 251, 260 Duprey, Lucien 79, 187, 231, 258, 261 Duran, Vanessa 226 Dutta, Shreya 162, 231, 259, 260

Edwards, Abigail 162, 246 Edwards, Carys 68, 93, 101, 152, 232, 233, 241, 243, 251, 259, 260 Edwards, Garrick 239 Egocheaga, Alejandra 187, 261, 311 Egocheaga, Pedro Carlos 226 Ehmke, Konrad 50, 133, 187, 232, 235, 239, 251, 255, 257, 260, 289 Ehrnrooth, Christian 28, 64, 84, 187, 233, 242, 250, 253, 260, 261, 390 Eibel, Katharina 90, 187, 237, 250, 252, 260, 261, 267 Eisenring, Elisabeth 225 El-Sharif, Maya 11, 81, 94, 100, 101, 109, 162, 249, 251, 255, 258, 260, 261 Eldridge, Lindsey 244 Ellich, David 112, 221, 225 Elliot, Jeffrey 245, 246 Ellison, Leah 109, 152, 260 Emanuel, Bryce 24, 67, 136, 187, 209, 239, 245, 247, 249, 255, 260, 378 Engelhardt, Julia 79, 101, 187, 212, 250, 255, 260, 261, 379 English, Richard 145, 224 Erez, Noam 152, 158, 238, 257, 258, 260 Erez, Omer 34, 172, 241, 260, 261, 395 Esparza, Theresa 233 Esteril, Fabien 227 Evans, George 226 Events All-State 85

Ballet, Alice in Wonderland 98, 116 Club Fair 19 College Fair 31 Constitution Day 38 Florida Music Educators Conference 85 Grad Bash 99, 182, 263 Harvard Model Congress 108 Holiday Breakfast 65 Holocaust Awareness Symposium 81 Multicultural Assembly 67 Music Performance Assessment 84 Musical, High School Musical 17, 46, 47, 126, 174, 211, 230 Panther Relays 126, 127, 245, 246 Play, Almost, Maine 86, 87, 409 Playing for Change 25 Poetry Out Loud 24 Powderpuff 17, 27 Prom 106, 107 Rho Kappa History Bowl 23 Sadie Hawkins Dance 63, 68, 69 TED Women 33 TEDxPineCrestSchool 73 We The People 79 Winter Carnival 213 Everett, Trish 20, 38, 182, 221, 222

Fabien, Baldwin 226 Fairbanks, Natalie 225 Fallah, Cameron 162, 238 Fanning, Kalah 224 Farlie, Luke 152, 243, 260 Fasulo, Gretchen 232 Fatovic, Luke 26, 59, 126, 160, 162, 169, 231, 232, 238, 245, 249, 257, 259, 260 Faulhaber, Emily 9, 76, 127, 172, 239, 246, 253, 256, 260 Feeney, Aidan 152, 243 Feirstein, Emma 7, 22, 26, 29, 42, 57, 80, 94, 116, 136, 162, 185, 196, 247, 249, 260, 395 Feldman, Allyson 23, 93, 101, 187, 212, 243, 254, 256, 260, 261, 377 Fermanian, Zoe 75, 172 Fernandez, Rebecca 162,

250 Fernandez-Guckes, Alex 8, 23, 188, 209, 212, 253, 254, 255, 260, 261, 351 Ferrando, Isabelle 71, 162, 163, 236, 241, 251, 256, 259, 260 Ferrando, Jackson 65, 188, 243, 260, 261, 308 Ferrara, Luc 70, 152, 158, 159, 244 Ferro, Thomas 152, 247 Fiallo, Elia 222 Fiedel, Jordan 152, 235, 260 Fiedel, Michael 188, 255, 260, 261 Fiedler, Zachary 135, 172, 232, 238, 246, 260, 261 Fields, Grant 12, 60, 172, 260 Findeiss, Allison 227 Fine Arts Dance Etc. 42, 43, 231 Men’s Chorus 232 Select String Ensemble 233 Select Vocal Ensemble 233 Upper School Band 44, 45, 122 Upper School Chorus 122, 232 Upper School Jazz 231 Upper School Orchestra 233 Upper School Symphonic Winds 231 Women’s Chorus 232 Finkelberg, Samantha 172, 237, 251, 260 Finn, Allan 231 Finney, Clayton 172, 239, 245, 247, 260, 261 Firic, Nina 152, 231, 256 Fischer, Camryn 172, 252 Fischer, Noah 101, 134, 188, 231, 242, 251, 260, 261, 328 Fisher, Baron 129, 152, 241, 259 Fishman, John 136, 162, 169, 239, 247, 254, 260, 261 Flores, Ethan 162, 250, 252 Fogel, Jacqueline 132, 172, 252, 255, 261 Fogle-Heard, Angela 226 Foster, Jeff 225 Foster, Tim 54 Founder McMillan, Mae 146, 147 Fowler, Hannah 57, 152, 247, 260 Fowler, Madeleine 56, 57, 137, 188, 207, 247, 260, 336 Freedman, Harrison 13, 101,

188, 260, 273 Friedland, Dylan 152, 250, 252 Friedlander, Alana 34, 162, 232, 247, 259, 261 Friedman, Gary 108, 221, 222, 254, 255 Friedman, Steven 152, 239 Friedman, Sydney 11, 152, 232, 236, 242, 257, 260 Friesen, Ava 54, 85, 132, 152, 231, 240, 244, 253, 260 Fromkin, Lauren 3, 12, 41, 77, 89, 94, 101, 107, 110, 114, 160, 189, 219, 238, 247, 253, 260, 261, 273, 392, 393, 394, 395, 406, 409 Fruit, Julie 224 Fruit, Samuel 172, 240 Fucci, Jake 152, 238, 251, 258, 260 Fuller, Orville 225, 407

Gabbidon, Ales 226 Gabriel, Janet 244 Gabrielle, Mary Elizabeth 81, 101, 103, 162, 168, 238, 254, 260 Gale, Daniel 137, 189, 212, 245, 260, 261, 358 Galebe, Leonardo 26, 152, 243, 246 Galebe, Stefano 92, 172, 232, 243, 246, 260 Garcia Uribe, Emilia 132, 152, 260 Garcia, Daniel 92, 93, 177, 243, 261 Garcia, Kiara 162, 233, 247, 249, 259 Garcia, Marcelino 226 Garland, Robert 226 Garriga, Brandon 226 Garvin, Christian 189, 207, 241, 260, 261 Geddis, Colby 129, 152, 239, 241 Geller, Dylan 65, 106, 189, 243, 260, 261, 286 Gellman, Joshua 127, 172, 245, 255 Genovese, Robert 172, 245, 255 George, Christina 225 Georgescu, Luca 162, 236, 260 Gerard, Anthony 172, 239, 252

Gershman, Sean 162, 238, 250, 252, 260 Gertz, Delaney 153, 241, 242, 251, 255, 256, 260 Gevinson, Harris 189, 212, 250, 251, 260, 261, 373 Ghadiali, Sarrah 49, 153, 237, 244, 254, 255 Ghiloni, Arielle 56, 64, 74, 189, 209, 212, 247, 260, 261, 345 Ghiloni, G. Leo 162, 236, 245, 260 Ghosh, Shaurnav 153, 232, 233, 245, 249, 250, 251, 254, 256, 257, 259 Gibson, Hayden 59, 135, 189, 212, 238, 246, 252, 258, 261, 324 Gilbert, Blake 189, 212, 260, 261, 271 Gilbert, Brooke 172, 260 Gillego, Aaron 32, 33, 36, 72, 110, 135, 220, 246 Ginsberg, Robynn 224 Ginsberg, Samara 172, 251, 256, 260 Giorno, Alexandra 3, 6, 9, 12, 14, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24, 26, 29, 30, 32, 38, 42, 43, 51, 52, 77, 90, 91, 95, 100, 101, 102, 103, 105, 106, 107, 110, 116, 123, 130, 141, 152, 153, 158, 159, 164, 165, 168, 169, 174, 175, 178, 179, 182, 185, 186, 188, 189, 190, 193, 194, 196, 198, 202, 207, 209, 219, 221, 226, 227, 260, 261, 279, 392, 393, 394, 395, 406, 407, 409 Givens, Reggie 239, 245, 246 Glatt, Dylan 172, 240, 241, 250, 251, 254 Gleiber, Alexa 153 Gluhovskoi, Maxim 44, 157, 231, 238, 251, 259, 260 Goempel, Jessica 131, 172, 245, 258 Goff, Alan 172, 238, 249, 256, 260, 261 Gold, Ashley 172, 247 Goldberg, Holden 18, 68, 153, 251, 253, 258, 259 Goldberg, Jacob 51, 95, 172, 232, 233, 239, 245, 247 Goldman, Lauren 153, 232, 236, 241, 250, 253, 254, 256, 260 Goldman, Nathan 189, 246, 249, 261, 335 Goldschlag, Marielle 24, 162, 240, 251, 253, 259, 260, 261, 395 Goldstein, Emma 153, 231,

251, 259, 260 Goldstein, Zachary 39, 71, 172, 245, 257, 260 Goldstone, Liza 101, 170, 172, 250, 258, 260, 261 Gomes, Priscilla 153, 238, 256, 259, 260 Gómez, Emma 13, 14, 18, 23, 24, 37, 49, 61, 64, 88, 97, 101, 112, 113, 124, 125, 134, 139, 153, 158, 178, 238, 244, 260, 261, 392, 393, 394, 395 Gomez, Nestor 225 Gómez, Patty 37, 77, 79, 110, 114, 216, 222, 258, 392, 406, 407 Goncharenko, Mary 162 Gonzalez, Samantha 29, 47, 123, 189, 232, 233, 249, 250, 251, 253, 254, 255, 256, 259, 260, 384 Gorbachev, Gregory 153, 232, 247 Gordinier, Jennifer 80, 81, 219 Gordon, Dean 135, 153, 159, 239, 246 Gordon, Julia 172, 233, 247 Gordon, Rayna 39, 101, 172, 178, 242, 251, 253, 255, 256, 258, 260 Gordon, Victoria 153, 246, 260 Gorman, John 237 Gorn, Madison 189, 212, 334 Gorn, Maxwell 153, 241, 250 Gotkin, Sara 35, 153, 260 Gotlieb, Erin 65, 109, 153, 246, 260 Gotlieb, Graham 50, 92, 172, 178, 232, 239, 243, 260 Gottlieb, Maya 6, 52, 53, 71, 162, 168, 237, 258, 259 Gould, Jared 60, 101, 172, 235, 250, 251, 257, 260, 261 Grant, Leisa 226 Gratwick, Phillip 108, 144, 221, 222, 255 Grau, Isabella 153, 241, 253, 257, 260 Grau, Sophia 162, 237, 240, 260, 261 Gray, Joseph James 133, 137, 189, 235, 249, 260, 261, 337 Green, Lucas 153, 239, 241, 250, 256, 260 Green, Mike 133, 235 Greenberg, Emmanuelle 6, 132, 153, 157, 260 Greenberg, Kaylee 49, 160, 162, 244, 259, 260, 261 Greene, Nancy 224 Greenfield, Brooke 32, 101,

OCTOBER

Mrs. Jaimee Rashbaum and Ms. Ashley Porter were featured by PBS as Student Reporting Labs Educators of the Month. The PCTV class partnered with PBS producers to create meaningful, relevant stories that related national news to the local community. “Working with Student Reporting Labs will offer our students lifelong skills and a valuable, unique opportunity to gain real-world experience as they get out in the community and tell important stories,” Ms. Porter said. words by Emma Gómez photo by Pine Crest School

172, 251, 253, 260, 261, 395 Greenhut, Adam 64, 138, 219, 226 Griffin, Jim 238, 239, 245, 246 Gross, Jessica 64, 189, 212, 250, 251, 259, 260, 261, 360 Grover, Joshua 173, 252, 255, 261 Guanire, Ezequiel 222, 250 Guefen, Vivian 150, 222 Guido, Megan 24, 26, 89, 158, 169, 178, 189, 395 Guilfu, Julia 93, 153, 243, 249 Guilfu, Justin 36, 173, 231, 232, 246, 260 Guillaume, Myles 135, 153, 246, 249, 251, 259 Guise, Russell 226 Gulati, Sumeet 66, 67, 102, 191, 254, 261 Gulia-Janovski, Denny 48, 49, 153, 244, 251, 256, 259, 260 Gumberg, Carly 52, 53, 68, 162, 168, 237, 240, 254, 260 Gurfel, Daniel 162, 238 Gutt, Micaela 110, 162, 237, 255, 260

Hackman, Alexa 101, 163, 253, 259, 260, 395 Haig, Sophia 132, 163, 239,

244, 260, 261 Haligman, Riley 53, 163, 237, 251, 259, 260, 261 Ham, Alaina 173, 233, 238, 258, 260, 261 Ham, Elizabeth 73, 173, 232, 233, 258, 260, 261 Hamaway, Kasey 130, 245 Hammond, Jeremy 220 Hampton, Caitlin 236, 241, 244 Hamuy, Elaina 13, 65, 101, 126, 153, 239, 242, 246, 251 Hamuy, Nina 19, 65, 163, 238, 250, 251, 253, 256, 260 Hancock, Grace 64, 81, 86, 93, 116, 147, 153, 243, 246, 253, 257 Hancock, Sarah 56, 90, 91, 191, 237, 247, 260, 261 Hanks, Joshua 48, 49, 163, 244 Harbaugh, Michael 173, 236 Harpaz, Maya 163, 250, 251, 253, 259, 261 Harrigan, Wendy 219 Harris, George 129, 225, 236, 241 Harrison, Ashlyn 173, 237, 239 Harrison, Troy 225, 239 Hart, James 173, 233, 244 Hartley, Brandon 221 Harvey, Annabelle 153, 231 Harvey, Benjamin 163, 238, 252, 260, 261 Harvey, Kevin 39, 45, 64, 173, CUNNINGHAM, DANIEL -HARVEY, KEVIN

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231, 236, 241 Hasan, Daniyal 103, 191 Hashemi, Lily 24, 34, 65, 72, 89, 120, 169, 173, 178, 243, 258, 395 Hauser, Natalia 11, 32, 41, 68, 84, 86, 87, 92, 101, 135, 173, 232, 233, 251, 252, 253, 254, 257, 258, 260, 261, 395 Haykov, Jessica 154, 232, 244, 250, 256, 260 Hazleton, Charles 154, 239 Heatzig, Katherine 4, 101, 173, 250, 252, 257, 258, 260, 261 Heller, Dean 163, 260 Heller, Samantha 119, 173, 237, 257 Hennelly, Daniel 19, 163, 232, 239, 245, 253 Henry, Jourdan 26, 94, 163, 169, 233, 238, 259 Herard, Dimmy 221 Herin, John 50, 135, 191, 212, 239, 246, 260, 261, 332 Herman, Camryn 154, 242, 251, 253, 254, 260 Herman, Taryn 7, 101, 173, 251, 252 Hermon, Karene 19, 24, 76, 163, 165, 253, 260, 395 Hernandez, Jacqueline 43 Hernandez, Jamille 39, 103, 216, 219, 407 Hest, Ian 243 Hibbs, Tim 221, 225, 239, 245, 246, 247

Hill, Isabelle 173, 247 Hinestrosa, Ignacio 44, 163, 169, 231, 247, 251, 254, 257, 258 Hlatki, Mike 239 Hoey, Mark 241 Hoffman, Edwin 173, 178, 238 Hofmann, Trevor 154, 247 Holiday, Paul 225 Hollander, Kenna 28, 31, 52, 53, 191, 212, 237, 250, 251, 259, 260, 298 Hollis, Essie 236 Hollo, Audrey 21, 64, 65, 103, 106, 191, 254, 260, 261, 338 Honig, Cameron 93, 154, 241, 243, 253, 254, 255 Honig, Jacob 191, 212, 250, 256, 261, 370 Horvitz, Jamie 225 Howe, Lauren 163, 237, 260 Howe, Spencer 154, 238, 260 Howell, Pat 226 Hull, Ariana 88, 163, 233, 239, 244 Hung, Bill 9, 45, 78, 82, 173, 231, 260 Hunt, Marcia 224 Hurt, Madeline 38, 163, 237, 251, 258, 259, 260 Hutzler, Ilana 75, 138, 173, 260, 261

NOVEMBER

The Pine Crest robotics teams hosted the first competitive meet of the season for South Florida First Tech Challenge League. They competed against 21 other teams from schools throughout the area. The meet gave the Fatherboards, Shark Beta and Crown Jules an opportunity to earn points that counted for the rest of the season while putting their robots to the test. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Ryan Dudak

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Imperiale, Giovanna 163, 168, 237, 251, 257, 258, 259, 261 Infinity, Heaven 66, 173, 232, 238 Infinity, Rio 9 Ingham, Hank 28, 46, 66, 85, 110, 191, 208, 212, 231, 232, 233, 249, 250, 253, 255, 260, 261, 307 Ingham, Louise 64, 147, 154, 231, 232, 233, 241, 251, 253, 260 Isaacson, Zackary 163, 251 Issa, Camille 163, 233, 260, 261 Issa, Yasmina 53, 111, 173, 179, 237, 238, 249, 251, 252, 253, 255, 257, 258, 259

Jackson, Jeanette 226 Jacobs, Jason 173, 175, 251, 255, 257, 258, 260, 261 Jacobs, Mitchell 54, 154, 240, 241, 260 Jacques, Alexa 8, 94, 137, 191, 238, 247, 260, 261, 262, 350 Jacques, Kyle 163, 231, 238, 249, 250, 252 Jafri, Amar 191, 261 Jafri, Sophia 71, 177, 261 Jain, Raj 154, 236, 250, 260 Jain, Rhea 173, 260, 261 Jain, Saumya 67, 89, 191, 253, 254, 260, 261 James, Lauren 173, 251, 260, 261 James, Mia 154, 247 James, Violantha 227 Jaramillo, Tina 220 Jarolem, Maya 79, 163, 232, 260 Jean, Henry 225 Jerome, Morina 227 Joannou, Luke 93, 163, 243, 245 Johnson, Bill 237 Johnson, Dominic 163, 232, 253, 259, 260 Johnson, Jeff 137, 225 Johnson, Nellie 3, 65, 75, 91, 163, 169, 237, 239, 246 Johnson, Tim 240

Johnson-Nunez, Olivia 154 Jones, Ethan 25, 173, 241, 249, 255 Jones, Langdon 163, 245, 252, 259, 260 Jones, Lara 152, 154, 159, 238, 239, 244, 251, 253, 259, 260 Jones, Taylor 26, 44, 53, 58, 66, 100, 115, 154, 159, 164, 237, 249, 250, 255, 260, 394, 395 Joseph, Nathalie 227 Junger, Venice 26, 36, 70, 77, 118, 123, 163, 169, 210, 238, 259, 260, 261, 394, 395

Kadivar, Kamran 50, 51, 191, 210, 239, 343 Kahan, Abbie 227 Kahan, Marlie 23, 24, 43, 70, 81, 88, 101, 132, 163, 190, 194, 226, 241, 249, 251, 252, 253, 258, 260, 261, 395 Kahn, Jonathan 72, 163, 251, 253, 255, 260, 261 Kalogeras, Sterling 78, 154, 251, 260 Kaplan, Arielle 163, 246, 256, 259, 260, 261 Kaplan, Elizabeth 27, 53, 128, 173, 178, 242, 251, 254, 260, 261 Karamanaga, Samuel 191 Karasin, Jack 154, 245 Karmin, Max 163, 231, 252 Karp, Brandon 173, 238, 260, 261 Karp, Ryan 45, 173, 231, 260, 261 Karten, Alisa 226 Karten, Julia 19, 43, 78, 115, 116, 117, 178, 191, 212, 231, 257, 260, 261, 275, 395 Kashdan, Andrew 221 Kassman, Simon 154, 231, 251, 259 Katsch, Kadin 23, 26, 28, 51, 137, 191, 239, 247, 260, 261 Katz, Lori 227 Kaufman, Avery 126, 163, 239, 246, 249, 251, 253, 254, 255, 260, 261 Kaufman, Ethan 53, 192, 207, 254, 255, 256, 260, 261, 359 Kaufman, Marcus 164, 243 Kauppinen, Caleb 25, 26, 106, 192, 212, 260, 261, 299

Kean, Scott 26, 28, 154, 159, 239 Keenan, Kaitlyn 71, 173, 243, 252 Kelly, Marquita 226 Kendrick, Inita 227 Kennelly, Payton 103, 154, 238, 258, 260 Kessinger, Luke 28, 51, 137, 192, 239, 247, 261, 278 Keyes, Allyson 65, 101, 154, 237, 253, 254, 260 Khakhria, Jaimin 173, 243, 260, 261 Kherkher, Ericka 225 Khismatullin, Eldar 34, 173, 244, 250 Khoriaty, Gabrielle 74, 147, 173, 231, 238, 260, 261, 395 Khoriaty, Matthew 154, 249, 260 Khosa, Roman 154, 243 Khouri, Antoine 233 King, Erick 225 Kirkpatrick, John 192, 202, 243, 249, 250, 251, 254, 255, 257, 260, 331 Kirkpatrick, Theodore 164, 243 Kirschner, William 25, 101, 164, 238, 249, 260, 261 Kislin, Ester 19, 164, 251, 259, 260 Kislin, Juliana 64, 192, 245, 254, 256, 260, 261, 294 Klacko, Jade 75, 101, 164, 232, 233, 251, 253, 257, 258, 260 Klafter, Amanda 124, 130, 192, 238, 245, 255, 256, 260, 261, 296 Klafter, Joshua 154, 241, 250, 256, 260 Klar, Courtney 81, 93, 154, 239, 243, 246, 253, 254, 260 Klar, Natalie 93, 101, 119, 120, 137, 192, 243, 246, 254, 260, 261, 280 Klarsfeld, Amanda 226 Klayman, Amanda 174 Kleinman, Haley 81, 101, 154, 239, 242, 246, 251, 253, 254, 255, 259, 260 Klimberg, Ilan 6, 164, 233, 247, 254, 255, 257, 259, 260, 261 Knapik, Sharon 226 Knight, Patricia 116, 117, 119, 220 Kokinakos, Christos 164, 245, 250, 252 Kolettis, Bruce 154, 238, 260 Kolettis, John 164, 231, 247,

249, 256, 260 Kolettis, Keri 113, 225 Kone, Jake 164, 235, 243 Koobir, Andy 227 Koolik, Joshua 119, 120, 174, 233, 238, 260, 261, 395 Koolik, Justin 40, 164, 169, 251, 258, 259, 260, 261 Kornfeld, Sydney 164, 240, 259, 260 Korsunsky, Adam 164, 251, 254, 258, 259, 261 Korsunsky, Brett 102, 164, 251, 254, 257, 260, 261 Kos, Alexander 47, 112, 192 Kotikovski, Elvis 174, 244 Kotite, Caroline 111, 154, 231, 251, 259 Koval, Juliette 174, 258, 261 Kozel, Madison 88, 164, 244 Kranstover, John 224 Kravitz, Blake 51, 101, 174, 235, 251, 260, 261 Kreiss, Sabrina 42, 116, 164, 231, 251, 254, 395 Kreysar, Luke 154, 251, 259 Krigger, Paul 192, 239, 243, 246, 251, 252, 255, 260, 323 Kronrad, Ryan 154, 159, 242, 251 Kronrad, Skylar 36, 81, 164, 237, 260 Kruger-Robbins, Frank 222 Krusch, Ryan 164, 243, 250, 251, 260 Krut, Benjamin 101, 154, 245, 260 Kumar Shono, Ai 174, 231, 254 Kumar, Raj 131, 173, 174, 240, 245, 260, 261 Kupchik, Anabella 119, 121, 174, 237, 252, 261 Kupchik, Elliot 164 Kus, Emily 64, 154, 232, 253

Lago, Victor 154, 231, 244, 260 Lalwani, Madhuri 174, 254 Larson, Kristen 125, 238 Lawlor, Cassandra 11, 30, 35, 65, 77, 111, 126, 127, 137, 192, 239, 246, 252, 253, 255, 291, 394, 395 Lawlor, Kaylie 6, 65, 126, 154, 239, 246, 253 Lazarus, Marc 164, 251, 259, 260, 261

Lehrman, Joshua 23, 65, 192, 239, 241, 251, 254, 260, 261, 283 Lehrman, Sophia 128, 164, 242, 257, 260 Leifert, Ethan 174, 232, 238, 255, 260 LeMieux, George 30, 115, 136, 164, 233, 239, 247, 252 Lemigova, Victoria 101, 192, 251, 254, 260 Lemole, Jared 148, 183, 220 Leps, Christina 34, 222 Levitis, Daniella 154, 239, 246, 249, 250 Lewis, Daniel 111, 221, 251 Leyva, Brenda 226 Lichtenberg, Claudia 222 Lieuw-Kie-Song, Sophia 35, 113, 154, 238, 251, 255, 259, 260 Liff, Alexandra 164, 238, 254, 256, 259 Liguori, Nino 88, 119, 220 Lin, Esther 48, 154, 244, 259, 260 Lins, David 131, 174, 245 Lisabet, Olga 88, 154, 233, 260 Lo Re, Ally 155, 238, 246, 251, 255, 260 Locations Banks Field 146 Bell Tower 141, 143, 144 Best Field 16, 28, 51, 140, 147 Blosser Art Gallery 146 Brandon Knight Training Center 10, 146 Egan Library 146 English Wing 170, 210 George McMillan Nature Trail 140 Guardabassi Art Gallery 145 History Wing 145, 263 Hudson Library 142 ICI Lecture Hall 144 ICI Library 145, 224 Ingham Bridge 140 Kelly Boathouse 140 Lake Leone 140 Language Wing 144, 145 Malinchak Family Tennis Center 143 Math Wing 145, 149, 160, 226 McPhail Fountain 142 Morris Family Courtyard 29, 144 Munsey Gym 26, 31, 146 Nutter Dining Hall 103 Palmer Dance Studio

117, 145 Panther Café 227 Panther Closet 143 PC EDGE 113, 146 Pine Crest Organic Garden 142 Rand Corridor 142 Spirit Store 145, 227 Stacy Auditorium 18, 19, 25, 46, 87, 98, 144, 147, 190 Stacy Chapel 144 Stacy Gym 74, 91, 106, 141, 146 Student Store 210 Student Union 13, 70, 102, 103, 226 Vangeloff Fountain 144 West Campus 132, 168 Wittich Family Fountain 71, 146, 210 Woodson Pool 146 Zimmerman Family iLab 3, 36, 37, 38, 79, 112, 141, 146 Loewenstern, Joshua 45, 155, 231, 236, 245, 260 Logan, Alexis 31, 60, 128, 164, 233, 242, 260, 261 Lomasky, Sophia 155 Long, Dylan 226 Long, Nina 165, 249, 255, 260, 261 Lopez, Joshua 165, 235, 236 Lopez, Matthew 192, 235, 281 Lopez, Ozzy 226 Louis, Etonold 226 Louis, Patty 226 Louis-Williams, Awoyemi 70, 112, 155, 238, 239 Louis-Williams, Inti 23, 106, 174, 239, 245, 247 Lowe, Nicholas 219 Lucouk, Steven 246

Mahabeer, Joshua 127, 170, 174, 245 Mahfood, Ashton 155, 235, 251, 259, 260 Maister, Chloe 128, 174, 242 Maister, Hannah 182, 192, 211, 212, 232, 251, 284 Malaga, Isabella 192, 212, 260, 261, 288, 289 Malchevskaya, Elena 116, 174, 231, 259 Malik, Farhan 245

DECEMBER

Distance runner Tsion Yared ’20 was named Cross Country Runner of the Year from the Sun Sentinel for the third year in a row and the fourth time overall. She received the award after finishing 23rd at Nike Cross Nationals, the highest ever for a Florida runner. Tsion finished her season with a gold medal at States and went on to compete at an indoor showcase with teammate Emily Faulhaber ’20. words by Emma Gómez photo by Lucas Abrams

Malis, Jake 155, 249 Malkin, Nathan 155, 235, 251, 258, 260 Manassa, Jason 174, 238, 252, 255, 256, 261 Mannis, David 193, 231, 251, 260, 261, 374 Marcus, Kayla 70, 108, 109, 155, 237, 255, 260 Markatia, Adeel 27, 31, 67, 102, 174, 243, 246, 251, 254, 257, 260, 261 Markham, Dr. Dana 3, 64, 143, 144, 205, 218, 407, 409 Markham, Joe 225 Markson, Pryce 165, 247, 257, 258, 259, 260 Marrero, Mallory 8, 174, 238, 258, 260, 261 Marsh, Brandon 88, 165, 241, 254, 259 Marsh, Daniel 88, 165, 251, 254, 259 Martin, Demetri 203 Martin, Kyle 6, 129, 155, 241 Martinez, Christopher 193, 233, 244, 249, 261, 277 Martinez, Leah 54, 73, 174, 233, 238, 253, 255, 256, 257, 260, 261, 395 Martinez, Sebastian 193, 253, 260, 261 Martinez-Espejo, Danna 66, 101, 174, 253, 260, 261 Martinez-Espejo, Isaac 101, 155, 158, 159, 243, 260 Marzouca, Anthony 90, 174, 236

Massler, Jano 174, 255, 259, 261 Mastriana, Francesco 174 Mazer, Alyssa 52, 165, 237, 253, 254, 255, 259 Mazer, Madison 40, 86, 193, 208, 212, 232, 233, 249, 250, 251, 253, 254, 255, 256, 259, 260, 389 McClain, Taylor 165, 242, 258 McConvery, Mildrey 224 McCue, Ryan 103, 193, 212, 249, 250, 260, 261 McDonnell, Kathryn 104, 222 McGinn, Ashlyn 101, 155, 238, 260 McGinn, Megan 53, 116, 174, 178, 231, 260 McKittrick, Sharon 225 McLean, Shelton 238, 239, 245, 246 McMahan, Elizabeth 101, 155, 238, 239, 251, 253, 260 Meany, John 133, 193, 208, 235, 239, 249, 251, 253, 254, 257, 259, 260, 261, 301 Mederos, Caroline 150, 155, 251 Medrano, Chase 175, 178, 239, 245 Medrano, Owen 153, 155, 231, 233, 245, 250, 260 Mehu, Carmelle 227 Meighan, Kofi 106, 195, 202, 209, 249, 255, 260, 261 Mellone, Larry 225 HASAN, DANIYAL -MELLONE, LARRY

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Mendez, Kevin 48, 49, 65, 155, 235, 244, 255, 257 Mendonça, Elizabeth 32, 33, 78, 220, 407 Meszaros, Alexandra 48, 49, 137, 195, 202, 244, 249, 260, 261 Metz, Madison 175, 188, 258, 260, 261, 395 Metz, Taylor 155, 255, 260 Metzger, Jessie 218, 223, 407 Mignocchi, Emma 82, 165, 231, 238, 247, 259, 260 Miller, Brandy 226 Miller, Katelyn 244 Miller, Ross 195, 255, 260, 261, 319 Mills, Kali 219, 238 Milone, Laura 225 Mineo, Tina 225 Minhas, Ayesha 85, 108, 153, 155, 232, 247, 249, 253, 255, 257, 260, 395 Minhas, Fatima 20, 32, 64, 77, 168, 182, 193, 195, 253, 255, 257, 260, 261, 381, 395 Minielly, Moira 81, 130, 131, 165, 233, 239, 245, 246, 256, 258, 259, 260 Mintz, Lily 165, 241, 253 Mishkel, Ezra 96, 175, 239, 243, 249, 252, 254, 255, 257, 261 Mollo, Alessio 245 Moncau, Gabriel 36, 72, 175,

183, 249, 259, 261 Monserratt, Estefania 35, 155, 241, 249, 253, 259, 395 Montgomery, Gretchen 88, 162, 165, 239, 246 Morales, David 106, 195, 255, 258, 261 Mordis, Haley 91, 195, 218, 237, 254, 256, 260, 261, 297 Morgan, Emily 131, 165, 233, 245 Moris-Hartley, Julia 224 Morris, Drew 25, 28, 41, 45, 64, 66, 85, 86, 182, 190, 195, 208, 212, 231, 249, 253, 254, 256, 260, 322 Morris, Jeremy 28, 165, 231, 249 Morris, Olivia 163, 165, 249, 251, 253, 259, 260, 261 Morris, Ryan 175, 239, 251, 254, 257 Morrissey, Caroline 19, 111, 164, 165, 232, 253, 260 Morrissey, Julia 21, 25, 195, 244, 256, 260, 261, 276 Moss, Jacob 165, 258, 260 Mueller, Phillip 224, 407 Mulhall, April 227 Mulhall, Matthew 45, 175, 231, 232, 260, 261 Mullen, Harrison 155, 241, 250, 260 Muñoz, Daniela 9, 175, 233, 244, 255, 260, 261, 394, 395

JANUARY

Daniel Gale ‘19 launched a service project for junior tennis players in Havana, Cuba after being inspired by his love for tennis and doing service. While on vacation with his family, Daniel found a tennis team and befriended many of the players. He soon realized that supplies such as string and overgrip were in high demand. Daniel returned and fueled his energy into the Havana Tennis Project, which aimed to bring hard-tofind or expensive equipment to the team he encountered and others like it. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Daniel Gale

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Murciano, Allan 92, 195, 243, 260, 261, 314 Murciano, Judith 68, 165, 241, 242, 256, 260, 261 Murphy, Steve 226 Musa, Olivia 52, 53, 165, 168, 237 Myers, Athena 72, 193, 195, 232, 238, 258, 260, 261, 337, 395

Nagle, Jack 155, 243, 260 Nakhamkin, David 175 Napold, Dominick 9, 10, 239 Naranjo, Julian 73, 195, 231 Narwani, Nikhil 45, 64, 85, 175, 231, 238 Nazario, Eddie 225 Nedry, Jessica 34, 93, 175, 243, 258, 260, 261 Nemade, Saylee 101, 132, 155, 232, 236, 244, 253, 256, 259 Nguyen, Clara 43, 81, 110, 195, 209, 212, 250, 260, 261, 276 Nguyen, Lam 224 Nisman, Stacy 32, 33, 38, 66, 221, 222 Nitowski, Karl 54, 240, 247 Nobles, Todd 92, 243 Norris, Connor 40, 165, 231, 238, 251, 257, 260, 261 Nouhan, Caroline 24, 86, 195, 232, 261 Novak, Antony 48, 103, 136, 195, 244, 246, 247, 260 Novy, Claire 224 Noyola, Lauren 31, 195, 232, 233, 244, 257, 260, 377

Oaks, Ethan 175 O’Brien, Chase 39, 59, 165, 238, 245, 252, 260, 261 O’Brien, Megan 219 Ockerman, Connor 155, 239, 241 O’Connell, David 237 O’Keefe, Danielle 91, 116, 165, 237, 240, 254 Olender, Eric 224, 407 Oletsky, Jacob 165, 239, 241, 254 Oletsky, Jeremy 21, 196, 239,

241, 254, 260, 261, 357 O’Mahoney, Madeline 160, 165, 169, 238, 256, 259, 395 Opperman, Robin 224 Ordoniez, Edilberto 226 Orenstein, Jared 196, 260, 261, 350 Ortega, Gabriel 18, 30, 59, 126, 137, 196, 238, 245, 250, 255, 260, 385 Ortega, Jessica 224 Ortega, Marisa 8, 216, 220 Ortega, Samantha 238, 407 Osborn, Ellis 155, 247, 249, 260 Ospina, Samuel 226 Owens, Jabari 21, 27, 31, 40, 66, 106, 127, 137, 147, 196, 210, 212, 233, 238, 245, 249, 253, 260, 261, 310 Owens, Naeemah 38, 216, 219

Padmanabhan, Tarini 165, 232, 233, 253, 259 Paez, Ronald 155, 231, 251, 259, 260 Paharia, Saanvi 19, 67, 166, 232, 233, 250, 251, 253, 254, 259, 260 Palmiotto, Danny 244 Panchal, Sajani 175, 261 Pantalone, Arianna 20, 66, 196, 232, 251, 255, 260, 261 Parsons, Alexandra 227 Patel, Avinash 155, 238 Paul-Hus, Sarah 241 Pavek, David 224 Pearl, Gabriella 126, 137, 196, 233, 246, 260, 261, 390 Peddy, Alexis 101, 103, 155, 159, 242, 251, 259, 260, 395 Peirce, Susan 226 Peles, Adam 155, 233, 243, 260 Peppler, Daria 166, 232, 250, 251, 252, 253, 259, 260 Pereversev, Andrew 131, 163, 167, 238, 245 Perez, Angel 39, 115, 219, 250, 254, 407 Perez, Brianna 88, 166, 251, 252, 255 Perez, Oliver 155, 247, 250, 251, 254 Perido, Paul 226 Perlman, Maxwell 166, 231, 233, 238, 251, 256, 260

Perper, Joshua 23, 40, 41, 68, 100, 101, 160, 166, 169, 232, 233, 251, 259, 261 Perrella, Cindy 219 Perri, Peter 175, 238, 252 Peterson, Randy 227 Petreski, Matthew 48, 197, 244, 261 Petri, Benjamin 50, 105, 166, 169, 235, 239, 259 Pettee, Grace 92, 93, 175, 178, 243, 251, 256, 258, 260, 261 Pettee, Olivia 23, 24, 30, 32, 52, 66, 72, 73, 75, 77, 78, 80, 89, 91, 93, 95, 110, 111, 114, 119, 131, 136, 147, 174, 175, 198, 226, 227, 243, 252, 256, 258, 260, 261, 392, 394, 395 Pezaris, Dimitri 155, 231, 245, 251 Pfeffer, Derek 64, 83, 85, 197, 231, 245, 260, 261 Phillips, Michael 175, 239, 260 Pierce, Benjamin 7, 9, 20, 69, 129, 132, 135, 141, 197, 239, 250, 251, 256, 257, 259, 260, 261, 347, 395 Pierson, Glen 19, 84, 138, 144, 178, 218, 223, 407 Pine, Cameron 197, 261 Pine, Cayleigh 46, 86, 182, 197, 202, 211, 232, 251, 253, 255, 260, 261 Pinilla, Kelly 45, 155, 231, 238, 251, 255, 256, 257, 259 Pirani, Zaria 44, 156, 231, 253, 254, 257 Pirani, Zia 182, 197, 254, 257, 260, 261, 369 Pisani, Ivy 242 Pizá, Camila 42, 197, 210, 212, 231, 257, 260, 365 Platner, Brence 25, 39, 90, 175, 232, 236, 249, 252, 255, 258, 260 Plaur, Krzyzstof 226 Plaur, Paul 226 Pliske, Eileen 23, 128, 225, 242 Pliske, Henry 13, 23, 28, 101, 135, 196, 197, 207, 238, 246, 249, 256, 260, 261, 311 Pliske, Maura 7, 88, 118, 119, 120, 128, 175, 242, 247 Podkoscielny, Dagmara 219, 221 Podkoscielny, Mariusz 48, 104, 105, 235, 244 Polatsek, Annika 76, 197, 260, 261, 345 Polatsek, Henrik 166, 238,

250, 251, 259 Politano, Dimitri 27, 175, 250, 255, 260, 261 Pollock, Ian 27, 44, 197, 231, 249, 251, 255, 257, 258, 260, 316 Pollock, Lauren 19, 45, 79, 82, 100, 101, 137, 197, 231, 238, 254, 260, 316 Pollock, Shayne 112, 197, 253, 260, 261, 323 Pope, Valentina 197, 209, 212, 250, 260, 261, 314 Porter, Ashley 74, 220 Potter, Elizabeth 118, 175, 237 Powe, Alzair 224 Pradines, Enrico 175, 238, 250, 255, 261 Preslo, Michael 224 Prestegard, Christian 44, 82, 197, 231, 238, 253, 255, 260, 261, 287 Prevor, Matthew 156, 232, 247, 250 Prevor, William 7, 47, 86, 87, 175, 232, 233 Prigoda, Nicholas 197, 207, 260, 355 Printz, Zachary 175, 232, 233, 240, 245, 251, 257, 260, 261 Promnitz, Krista 218, 223, 407 Provo, Reagan 68, 166, 242, 246, 249, 253, 255, 258, 259, 260, 261, 395 Prudent, Andremise 227 Publications PCTV 74, 75, 79 The Crestian 1, 60, 77, 392, 393, 406, 407 The Scribbler 75 Type One 76, 77, 193 Pusateri, Nino 166, 233, 247, 250, 251, 253, 257, 259, 260 Pyle, Tristan 74, 175, 249, 255

Queen, Daniel 54, 156, 247, 256 Quetgles, Julian 156, 239, 243

Radvany-Roth, David 25, 51, 64, 101, 106, 199, 212, 239, 241, 254, 260, 261, 341 Ramsay, Isaiah 119, 156, 236 Ramsden, Alexander 166, 241, 254, 257, 259, 260 Ranta, Marc 226 Rao, Ivey 84, 156, 233, 238, 239, 249, 260, 395 Rashbaum, Jaimee 32, 33, 38, 75, 106, 107, 221, 222 Rau, Alice 76, 176, 238, 250, 256, 258, 260, 261, 395 Rechter, Ava 156, 242, 251, 254, 255, 256, 260 Reddy, Alayka 166, 256, 259, 260 Register, Leslie 227 Reich, Claire 166, 256, 259, 260, 261 Reich, Jacob 176, 249 Reich, Sophia 166, 232, 241, 251, 253, 254 Rende, Emma 38, 46, 47, 87, 90, 110, 156, 237, 394, 395 Ress, Elliott 199, 340 Restrepo, Andres 166, 249, 255, 257, 259, 260, 261 Restrepo, Sofia 199, 208, 212, 213, 231, 253, 255, 260, 261, 387 Restrepo-Stier, Samantha 31, 137, 199, 212, 244, 261, 340 Reyes, Catrina 9, 26, 30, 31, 47, 59, 60, 67, 68, 78, 81, 83, 103, 114, 147, 170, 176, 221, 233, 246, 252, 256, 258, 260, 261, 395 Ribeiro, Pedro 23, 101, 166, 249, 251, 260 Ricard, John 111, 222, 256 Rice, Katherine 34, 80, 219, 252 Ricotta, John 156, 159, 236, 249, 251, 258, 259, 260 Riley, Preston 166, 238, 252, 259 Riley, Reagan 199, 212 Rios, Alexandra 8, 137, 199, 202, 238, 260, 261 Rivas, Juan Carlos 226 Rizzo, Jack 59, 78, 126, 199, 210, 212, 213, 238, 245, 253, 255, 257, 260, 261, 295 Robertson, Cassidy 53, 56, 57, 199, 212, 247, 260, 302 Robertson, Riley 156, 232, 236, 242, 246, 255 Robinson, Joyce 224 Rodriguez, Adam 166, 252 Rodriguez, Sarah 40, 41, 47, 185, 199, 232, 253, 255, 260, 261, 300

Romanenko, Paul 224 Rosen, Jacob 51, 176, 239, 241, 254, 260 Rosenberg, Lauren 125, 156, 233, 238, 258, 260 Rosenthal, Eve 35, 41, 82, 199, 207, 212, 231, 232, 233, 250, 260, 261, 367 Rosenthal, Jacob 199, 212, 231, 232, 238, 260, 261, 293 Rosenthal, Samuel 166, 238, 252 Ross, Wyatt 186, 199, 212, 321 Rossnan, Halle 119, 176, 239, 257 Roth, Jamie 44, 82, 220, 231, 232 Rothenberg, Arielle 27, 53, 91, 101, 116, 174, 176, 178, 240, 251, 254, 256, 260, 261 Rothschild, Rose 22, 29, 34, 68, 89, 93, 100, 101, 128, 199, 207, 212, 242, 243, 244, 253, 254, 259, 260, 261, 292, 393, 394, 395 Roventini, Finn 101, 166, 238, 249, 253, 258 Roy, Emily 26, 38, 176, 232, 250, 251, 252, 253, 258, 260, 261 Rozanski, Janice 225 Rozencwaig, Mark 25, 39, 40, 41, 87, 123, 199, 212, 231, 232, 233, 249, 250, 253, 254, 255, 256, 257, 259, 260, 261, 376, 395 Rubenstein, Ethan 26, 129, 156, 158, 159, 241, 250, 251, 259 Rubenstein, Natalie 42, 53, 65, 84, 86, 117, 176, 231, 232, 233, 240, 250, 254, 260, 261 Rubin, Michelle 19, 166 Ruhl, Bill 104, 105, 225, 407 Rukes, Sebastian 31, 47, 126, 199, 232, 238, 245, 249, 251, 252, 260, 261, 330 Russell, Nicole 247 Russo, Christopher 133, 137, 200, 212, 235, 260, 261, 333 Rutstein, Daniel 13, 46, 135, 156, 232, 246, 260

Sachdeva, Neil 80, 166, 243, 260 Sager, Grace 45, 56, 57, 132,

FEBRUARY

Track and Field head coach Paul Baur poses with his plaque after receiving the Coach of the Year award from the Florida Athletic Coaches Association. Coach Baur was recognized for the spring 2018 season, which was marked by two state titles and one state runner up. words by Emma Gómez photo by Pine Crest School

166, 231, 256, 395 Salazar-Paranhos, Rafael 55, 176, 240, 243, 260, 261 Salem, Samantha 166, 233, 242, 259, 261 Salimbene, Jane 226 Saltzman, Michael 41, 44, 82, 92, 200, 209, 212, 231, 243, 260, 261, 303 Sampaio, Enzo 103, 156, 157, 231, 243, 246, 250 Sananes, Andrew 102, 112, 156 Sanda, Sarah 3, 94, 176, 246 Sanderson, Mike 239, 241 Sandhu, Rishabh 156, 247 Sandow, Samantha 156, 246, 249, 253, 259, 260 Santander, Andrea 48, 49, 60, 176, 235, 244, 260, 261 Santarelli, John 166, 239, 245, 252 Santarelli, Michelle 219 Sarasua, Amanda 219 Sareli, Gabriel 72, 73, 176, 236, 258, 260 Saunders, Lisa 219 Scarberry, Brett 235 Schepps, Marshal 90, 166, 236, 246 Scher, Stacey 227 Schlesinger, Molly 134, 156, 242, 251, 259, 260 Schwartz, Amanda 9, 58, 127, 176, 239, 252, 256, 260 Schwartz, Andrew 192, 219 Schwartz, Erin 166, 242, 250, 257, 258, 259, 260 Schwartz, Sarah 160, 166, 239, 243, 252, 259 Scott, Lauren 176

Seckler, Isabelle 34, 69, 101, 106, 110, 198, 200, 208, 212, 243, 250, 254, 259, 260, 261, 356 See, Molly 48, 137, 200, 244, 254, 255, 259, 260, 261, 319 Segal, Ari 44, 68, 166, 231, 238, 251, 253, 254, 255, 260 Seiner, Eli 34, 39, 137, 176, 179, 243, 255, 257, 260, 261, 395 Seiner, Owen 36, 38, 71, 95, 118, 123, 176, 186, 238, 254, 260, 261, 395 Selden, Annalise 7, 78, 176, 178, 249, 251, 252, 256, 257, 260, 261, 395 Selesnick, Blake 176, 255 Selub, Nathaniel 76, 200, 256, 260, 261 Servillas, Skyler 156, 238, 256, 258 Servoss, Colin 166, 233, 236, 241, 251, 260 Servoss, Kyra 156, 233, 242, 246, 253, 260 Shade, Sloan 156, 232, 237, 242, 246, 260 Shagrin, Eric 32, 33, 72, 76, 200, 253, 255, 258, 260, 261 Shah, Jonathan 135, 200, 209, 246, 339 Shamie, Lauren 43, 106, 116, 200, 212, 231, 261, 327 Shapiro, Deena 83, 84, 220, 233 Shapiro, Ilana 53, 56, 57, 200, 207, 212, 218, 247, 254, 260, 261, 391 Shapiro, Jolie 53, 176, 242, 251, 254, 260 MENDEZ, KEVIN -SHAPIRO, JOLIE

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Shapiro, Jordan 31, 224 Sharma, Meghna 7, 40, 66, 67, 200, 210, 253, 260, 261, 320, 395 Shea, Jeff 224 Sherman, Alyssa 166, 239, 243, 257, 260, 261 Shiff, Melissa 227 Shiff, Shiraz 49, 77, 110, 141, 176, 244, 252, 257, 260, 261, 394, 395 Shipulya, Leonid 200, 260, 261 Shore, Matthew 200, 255, 256, 260, 292 Siegel, Carly 82, 200, 212, 231, 260, 261, 318 Siegel, Jestine 176, 178, 245, 250, 251, 252, 254, 260 Silberman, Jacob 48, 49, 137, 200, 212, 232, 233, 244, 255, 257, 259, 260, 261, 325 Silfen, Alexa 110, 200, 212, 260, 261 Simeon, Nathalie 227 Simon, Leonardo 101, 156, 239 Simon, Nicolas 106, 201, 210, 257, 260, 261, 362 Simon, Suttyn 19, 166, 232, 251, 253, 255, 260, 261 Simons, Bianca 34, 66, 86, 201, 238, 249, 250, 253, 254, 255, 257, 258, 260, 261, 374 Simpson, Rachel 3, 166, 243 Sin, Andrea 166, 252 Singer, Isaac 82, 156, 231,

250, 260 Singh, Ishani 3, 6, 9, 11, 13, 14, 20, 23, 24, 26, 35, 36, 38, 41, 47, 48, 49, 61, 64, 74, 77, 78, 81, 88, 89, 95, 97, 101, 102, 110, 111, 114, 116, 118, 123, 137, 139, 141, 150, 158, 160, 163, 169, 170, 172, 178, 185, 186, 188, 190, 193, 194, 196, 198, 201, 209, 210, 244, 253, 254, 259, 260, 261, 392, 393, 394, 395, 406, 409 Singh, Lakshmi 156, 250, 251, 255, 256, 260 Slatkoff, Salomé 4, 101, 176, 247, 253, 257, 260, 261 Smith, Bubba 239 Smith, Camden 156, 241 Smith, Dave 225 Smith, Ethan 39, 201, 212, 245, 260, 261, 312 Smith, Hanna Elks 49, 101, 156, 239, 244, 245, 251, 253, 259, 260 Smith, Ike 236 Smith, John 225 Smith, Madison 116, 201, 231, 250, 260, 261 Snyder, Demi 137, 201, 212, 233, 260, 261, 349 Snyder, Rachel 176, 233, 257, 260 Societies French National Honors Society 261 National English Honors Society 35, 36, 110, 261

MARCH

The Pine Crest DECA chapter competed in the Florida DECA Career Development Conference in March. A total of 28 students participated, with nine earning awards of distinction and six advancing to the international conference in Orlando, Florida. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Mrs. Julie Venne

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THE CRESTIAN 2019 INDEX

Rho Kappa Honors Society 23, 35, 261 Science National Honors Society 34, 111, 261 Spanish National Honors Society 35, 261 Solomon, Kembler 226 Solomon, Rob 219, 226, 235 Solomon, Sydney 115, 170, 176, 232, 242, 251, 254, 261 Soria, Lucas 156 Spatz, Brianna 156, 242, 257, 258 Spector, Sydney 176, 233, 249, 252, 255, 259, 260, 261 Spey, Dara 227 Spitzig, Mark 39, 219, 226 Sports Boys and Girls Sailing 134, 242 Boys JV Basketball 236 Boys JV Lacrosse 241 Boys JV Soccer 243 Boys Varsity Baseball 133, 235 Boys Varsity Basketball 90, 236 Boys Varsity Crew 124, 125, 238 Boys Varsity Cross Country 9, 58, 59, 238 Boys Varsity Golf 54, 55, 240 Boys Varsity Lacrosse 129, 241 Boys Varsity Soccer 92, 243 Boys Varsity Swimming and Diving 48, 49, 244 Boys Varsity Tennis 131, 245 Boys Varsity Track and Field 126, 127, 245 Boys Varsity Volleyball 135, 246 Boys Varsity Weightlifting 136, 247 Fall Varsity Cheerleading 52, 53, 237 Girls JV Basketball 236 Girls JV Lacrosse 241 Girls JV Soccer 242 Girls JV Volleyball 246 Girls Varsity Basketball 91, 237 Girls Varsity Crew 8, 124, 125, 238 Girls Varsity Cross Country 9, 58, 59, 239 Girls Varsity Dance 91, 240 Girls Varsity Golf 54, 55, 240

Girls Varsity Lacrosse 128, 242 Girls Varsity Soccer 93, 243 Girls Varsity Swimming and Diving 48, 49, 244 Girls Varsity Tennis 130, 245 Girls Varsity Track and Field 126, 127, 246 Girls Varsity Volleyball 56, 57, 247 Girls Varsity Weightlifting 94, 247 JV Football 239 Varsity Football 28, 50, 51, 239 Varsity Softball 132, 244 Winter Varsity Cheerleading 237 Spyredes, Liyeri 93, 156, 159, 242, 243, 256, 260 Srebrenik, Lea 176, 252, 256, 261 Sriranga, Amogh 162, 166, 239, 247, 254, 260 Stahl, Benjamin 203, 209, 249, 255, 257, 261, 385 Staller, Michael 166, 241, 256, 257, 258, 260 Stanley, Peyton 42, 116, 117, 176, 231 Stanley, Sydney 42, 116, 203, 231, 256, 261, 306 Starrett, Jeffrey 226 State, Mary Ellen 23, 70, 71, 102, 103, 144, 149, 150, 167, 201, 226, 406, 407 Stern, Alex 156, 232 Sternthal, Hannah 65, 203, 242, 250, 251, 259, 260, 357 Stevens, Matt 221, 225 Stevens, Trish 8, 219 Stewart, Jack 114, 220 Stewart, Katie 166, 251, 255, 260 Stocker, Savannah 79, 85, 203, 232, 249, 253, 254, 255, 256, 257, 261, 290 Stocker, Sierra 59, 95, 166, 239, 243, 246, 249, 252, 255, 256, 260 Strain, Britta 26, 27, 40, 132, 203, 209, 212, 261, 371 Strauch, Alexa 64, 118, 203, 208, 304 Strauch, Haley 8, 19, 30, 36, 38, 105, 118, 166, 238, 256, 259, 260, 394, 395 Strempack, Mia 16, 102, 119, 157, 242 Student Council Class Boards 101

Executive Board 22, 100, 101 Honor Court 100, 101, 198, 223 Judiciary Committee 100, 101 Steering Committee 100, 101 StuCo 28, 64, 100, 101 Sturgeon, Albert 56, 57, 247 Sullivan, Aislinn 8, 94, 137, 203, 238, 249, 253, 260, 261, 386 Sullivan, Gavin 166, 243, 255 Sullivan, Jim 224 Sullivan, Katherine 19, 26, 27, 96, 100, 101, 103, 176, 178, 242, 247, 259, 260, 261 Sullivan, Kathleen 224 Sullivan, Sarah 124, 238 Sundararaman, Siddharth 166, 252 Svendsen, Emma 166, 232, 247, 255, 260 Swinton, Basil 225, 407 Szymanski, Joanna 220, 224

Tacher, Sydney 9, 21, 203, 260, 261, 375 Tadla, Natalie 157, 237, 244, 253 Tamir, Edon 176, 239, 251, 254 Taney, Jordan 176, 235, 251, 260, 261 Taney, Joshua 65, 203, 212, 251, 260, 261, 305 Tannenbaum, Ella 157, 238, 251, 259 Tannenbaum, Julia 42, 66, 106, 203, 231, 250, 254, 260, 261, 388 Tanner, Jessica 224 Tartell, Samantha 203, 260, 261 Taub, Ella 101, 157, 246, 259 Taylor, Susan 225 Teas, Courtney 116, 220, 231 Tejada, Cianna 157, 247 Tejada, Daniela 166, 169, 238, 242, 249, 251, 255, 257, 260 Temprano, Erika 79, 103, 177, 261 Testa, Michael 85, 220, 232, 233, 407 Theoharis, Stephanie 88, 89,

220 Thomas, Justinsoye 157, 233, 245, 260 Thompson, Amen 90, 157, 236, 238 Thompson, Ausar 90, 157, 236, 238 Thompson, Chelsea 52, 128, 129, 133, 157, 159, 175, 178, 219, 239, 242, 249, 255, 256, 260, 394, 395 Thompson, Mike 132, 244 Thraum, Johnny 177, 235, 260 Tomassini, Andrea 227, 407 Tomchin, Connor 25, 177, 238 Torregrosa, Elizabeth 177, 239, 246, 252 Trebbi, Allison 13, 25, 35, 46, 47, 64, 67, 68, 72, 86, 94, 114, 132, 169, 203, 231, 244, 247, 260, 354, 394, 395 Tsang, Jason 167, 236, 251, 260 Tucker, Ethan 112, 157, 241 Tuli, Yuvraj 101, 109, 167, 249, 251, 254, 255, 260 Turnbull, Gwendolyn 19, 220 Turner, Flynn 115, 226 Tychsen, Anita 218

Urbanek, Christian 177, 231, 256, 260, 261

Vainder, Justin 29, 53, 157, 259, 260, 395 Valad, Alexandra 42, 111, 116, 203, 212, 231, 250, 260, 315 Valdes, Jonathan 167, 169, 239, 241, 259, 260, 261 Valdes, Michael 156, 157, 159, 232, 236, 239, 241, 259, 260 Vale, Nicholas 48, 203, 244, 261 Vale, Simone 167, 244 Vallejo, Pepi 239, 243 van Woerkom, Alana 9, 72, 75, 119, 254 van Woerkom, Victoria 117, 157, 231, 251, 252, 257, 259, 260

Varughese, Olivia 19, 28, 64, 102, 194, 203, 231, 249, 250, 255, 257, 260, 261, 364 Varughese, Sophia 44, 45, 54, 55, 93, 157, 231, 240, 241, 243, 249, 250, 255, 260 Varvoutis, Arianna 157 Varvoutis, Eleni 227 Vasserman, Alyssa 28, 95, 157, 159, 231, 238, 244, 259, 395 Vatland, Sarah 143, 219, 252 Vega, Matthew 167, 238, 245, 250, 251, 259, 260 Vega, Michael 204, 232, 233, 249, 250, 255, 258, 259, 260, 261, 309 Veghte, Aidan 167, 232, 233, 245, 253, 256, 260 Velasquez, Emilia 157, 158, 253, 261, 395 Venegas, Alexandra 204, 232, 251, 261, 382, 383 Venne, Julie 8, 219 Viera, Michael 157, 236, 246 Vine, Daniella 101, 167, 242, 256, 259, 260 Virga, Alina 46, 167, 232, 251, 257, 260 Virgin, Cara 167, 232, 244 Virgin, Hannah 48, 137, 204, 244 Vital, Jordan 53, 177, 178, 242, 251, 259, 260 Vitale, Devon 177, 239, 251, 260 Vlessing, Joshua 50, 148, 177, 178, 239, 241, 256, 260 Voegue, Robert 220 Volper, Jade 157 Volper, Lily 41, 73, 204, 209, 249, 250, 258, 260, 261, 305 von Kahle, Alexandra 157 von Kahle, Maximilian 157

Wadhwa, Simran 35, 204, 233, 249, 253, 260, 261, 332 Waite, Ed 226 Wakefield, Benjamin 6, 157 Waldrop, Lindsey 222 Waldshan, Spencer 177, 255, 260, 261 Wallberg, Jacob 204, 212, 250, 251, 260, 261, 372 Walling, Jamie 92, 243 Walters, Joseph 18, 19, 20, 218, 223, 407 Walters-Sachs, Whitney 115,

218 Ward, Denae 177 Watson, Aliyah 7, 18, 137, 204, 257, 261, 326 Watson, Bailey 77, 134, 137, 157, 257, 260, 392, 394, 395 Watts, Brandon 121, 204 Watts, Chelsea 167, 169, 237, 244, 249, 255 Weinberg, Asher 221 Weiner, Jack 88, 167, 238, 249, 251, 254, 255, 260 Weisfisch, Danielle 9, 36, 38, 47, 56, 70, 91, 110, 113, 164, 177, 256, 260, 261, 394, 395 Weisfisch, Mason 157, 245, 260 Weiss, Julianne 51, 54, 91, 92, 129, 204, 233, 240, 250, 251, 254, 380, 395 Wellington, Caridad 227 Westra, Cara 30, 74, 204, 260, 261, 300 Wexler, Michael 167, 232, 238, 251, 253, 260, 261 Weymouth, Ashley 89, 118, 132, 204, 212, 237, 244, 261 White, Kenneth 226 Wiegman, Erin 38, 116, 177, 251, 252, 254, 256, 259, 260 Wigder, Malcolm 157, 245, 260 Wildman, Vanessa 18, 28, 84, 101, 118, 119, 120, 177, 233, 247, 249, 261 Wilen, Benjamin 177, 251, 254, 257 Wilentz, Alexander 64, 167, 231, 245, 250, 251, 253, 256, 258, 260, 261 Williams, Eden 18, 167, 233, 245, 249, 252 Williams, Jonathan 167, 245, 249, 250, 251, 252, 254, 257 Williams, Joseph 226 Wilson, Ari 177, 254, 256, 257, 260, 261 Wilson, Katie 237, 240 Wilson-Walters, Karen 224 Winnick, Olivia 76, 172, 177, 257, 261 Wites, Asher 157 Wittich, Sarah 70, 167, 259, 260 Wolters, Jennifer 42, 98, 116, 204, 208, 231, 249, 254, 260, 285 Wu, Cynthia 115, 219 Wu, Donovan 80, 167, 169, 245, 250, 252, 253, 261 Wu, Preneat 135, 246 Wu, Victoria 222, 227 Wu, Wei-Hao 135, 144, 219,

APRIL

On April 5, students prepared monologues, scenes and baked goods to commemorate Shakespeare and his works. This annual event to celebrate the Bard’s birthday on April 23 began with students entering baked goods into competitions judged by the teachers. After the judging was complete, students enjoyed the cakes while watching various performances by their peers. The show offered a range of acts, from songs to monologues to full scenes, all with different interpretations of Shakespeare’s work. words by Emma Gómez photo courtesy of Mrs. Marisa Ortega

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Yaari, Daniel 157, 238, 245, 256, 259 Yanova, Nadezhda 167, 244, 253, 261, 395 Yared, Mahdere 9, 80, 82, 101, 167, 231, 239, 246, 260, 261 Yared, Tsion 4, 9, 13, 58, 82, 100, 101, 127, 177, 178, 231, 235, 239, 246, 252, 260, 261 Yellin, Matthew 50, 129, 167, 239, 241, 251, 254, 255, 259, 260 Young, Kathleen 36, 220 Yuz, Sharon 79, 204, 250, 256, 260, 261, 297

Zepeda, Erick 157, 244, 250, 260 Zfira, Sydni 19, 72, 74, 76, 147, 177, 252, 254, 258, 260, 395 Zietz, Jordan 173, 177, 260, 261 Zimmerman, Jett 167, 243 Zimmerman, John Conor 204, 212, 241, 260, 306 Zimmerman, Ryan 23, 177, 178, 239, 241, 260 Zingariello, Denise 220 Zingg, Irene 37, 79, 222 Zisman, Clarissa 177, 238, 253, 257, 259

Zaki, Catherine 64, 157, 245, 258 Zammiello, Alexis 167, 241, 246, 259, 260 Zelch, Jordan 39, 46, 47, 86, 204, 207, 211, 212, 258, 259, 260, 261, 346 SHAPIRO, JORDAN -ZISMAN, CLARISSA

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LETTER

“Keep Moving Forward” is the phrase that got us through this year, especially with it being our last year of Upper School. This book is the product of countless brainstorm sessions, Saturday work days, late nights spent on InDesign and lots of emails, text, calls, laughs and tears. Even on the days where one more minute on a computer screen seemed like too much, every minute spent on yearbook taught us more about our school and the incredible lives of the people in it. We wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. We extend a special thank you to our lifeline, second mother and yearbook adviser Señora Gómez. Your endless support and guidance is what kept us moving forward (instead of backwards) through these past two years. We wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for you and our beloved Uber Eats, because both of you were the fuel that drove us to create this book. From flying penguins to pages breaking on InDesign to garage photoshoots to those late nights in US-205 where we would look at the clock and wonder at how the time flew, we have been through it all. Thank you for all that you did from the bottom of our hearts. We are especially grateful to the Editorial Board for their tremendous work on this publication. Whether it was before school began or when it was about to end, you kept up with your assignments through your diligence and positivity. Thank you for the inside jokes, the snacks from Mary Ellen and your commitment to yearbook. This book would have not been possible without the dedication from our staff. Between interviewing, writing, designing, editing and organizing, we appreciate every contribution that you made.You are what made this book possible. We are thankful to yearbook for giving us some of our best memories from Upper School. As we move on to the next chapter of our lives, we know that no matter what comes our way, we’ll keep moving forward. Love, Alex, Ishani and Lauren

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THE CRESTIAN

The 73rd volume of The Crestian yearbook was produced by students grades nine to 12 enrolled in the Visual Arts and Digital Media Design class and in The Crestian club at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The staff worked through four deadlines from November to April. The yearbook was printed by Walsworth Yearbooks in Brookfield, MO. The theme “Keep Moving Forward” was conceptualized during Elite Weekend Orlando in September 2018 by The Crestian’s Editorial Board. The theme’s name was coined by editor-in-chief Alexandra Giorno, inspired by President Dr. Dana Markham’s words. These words are located on a plaque outside Dr. Markham’s office. Veronika Levine and Tamara Moore worked with the team as Walsworth representatives, and Lana Kilmer worked with the team as the Walsworth customer service liaison.The senior formal portraits, senior panoramic, senior lifers panoramic and yearbook staff photo were taken by Little’s Photography located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Underclassmen photographs were taken by Lifetouch Photography located in Sunrise, Florida. The full cover is printed in four-color on

matte lamination with regular embossed print and clear silkscreen. Editor-inchief Alexandra Giorno developed and finalized the cover design. The endsheets were printed on standard white endleaf in full color.The 412-page book is printed on 100# Anthem Plus/ Legend Gloss stock. The Crestian was designed and produced by the 2018-2019 yearbook staff. Señora Patty Gómez worked as the Yearbook Adviser. The Crestian used four iMac computers, three Canon Rebel T6s, a Nikon D3300, three 50mm lenses and three 18-55mm lenses.The software used for page design was InDesign CC 2018. Photoshop CC 2019, Illustrator CC 2015 and Lightroom CC 2019 were used for photo and graphics processing and editing. The following fonts were used throughout the book: DIN Condensed, Gill Sans and Minion Pro. Colors and chevrons from the cover were used throughout the book to maintain consistency with the theme. There were 880 copies of the book produced at the Walsworth Yearbooks plant. Four different covers were produced, with 220 copies printed in each of the following color highlights: red, yellow, orange and blue.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Mr. Orville Fuller, Mr. Alex Bain and the entire world languages department. The Crestian thanks the following faculty members for their responsiveness and contribution: Ms. Jamille Hernandez, Mr. Michael Testa, Mr. Angel Pérez and Mrs. Elizabeth Mendonça. Last but not least, this book was made possible thanks to the unwavering support of Dr. Dana Markham, Mrs. Christine Dardet, Mr. Joseph Walters ’95, Mrs. Jessie Metzger, Ms. Cheryl Doolittle, Mrs. Krista Promnitz ’97, Mr. Glen Pierson and Mrs. Sonia Consoli.

The following people were instrumental in the creation of this book: Señora Patty Gómez, Mr. Eric Olender, Mr. Phillip Mueller, Mr. Bill Ruhl, Ms. Andrea Tomassini, Mrs. Jessie Metzger, Ms. Samantha Ortega, Mrs. Leslie Cepero and Ms. Amber Clark. The team extends its appreciation to Mrs. Veronika Levine, Ms.Tamara Moore and Ms. Lana Kilmer from Walsworth Yearbooks. The long working hours were supported by Mrs. Mary Ellen State, Mr. Basil Swinton,

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The cast of Almost, Maine takes a bow after concluding their performance. They practiced for weeks leading up to opening night, both after school and during weekends. Although a cast member left the play days before the performance, the students pushed through this obstacle to present their work to their peers.

Pushing through as the year gets tough. Late nights

writing research papers. Sunday mornings at AP

Calculus mocks. “Whatever obstacle you face, know that you have the tools

— intellect, curiosity, tenacity — and experience to power through.

Your teachers help prepare you to problem solve, to be resourceful and to work in teams to conquer hurdles.” Setting

records. Gatorade Florida Girls Cross Country Runner of

the Year. Two perfect scores on the AP Macro

exam. Sustaining traditions. Senior sunrise. Homecoming powderpuff game. Building lasting relationships. “A Pine Crest education is a gift. Harness the skills you have developed here to go

out and make the world a better place.” Giving it your all. Helping friends. Enjoying

the little things. Hanging up your sports poster in your favorite teacher’s room. Absorbing new material. Driving yourself to learn, even when it doesn’t

“Keep moving forward and do so with integrity.” come easily.

KEEP MOVING FORWARD quotes by President Dr. Dana Markham words by Lauren Fromkin design by Alexandra Giorno & Ishani Singh

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