Rivermont Collegiate 2012-13 Annual Report by Rivermont Collegiate

Annual Report

2012 - 13

Rivermont Collegiate

Intellect. Character. Creativity.

Reflection

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Friends, As I write this letter, I’m reminded of the unique and wonderful nature of education, especially at Rivermont. As we congratulate our recent graduates, we wish them all the success life has to offer and are confident we have prepared them for their next step in the world. While we rightly praise and revel in our graduates’ accomplishments, we recognize their success as the result of the tireless efforts of Rivermont’s dedicated faculty, staff, and parents. These efforts, under which students thrive and blossom, are a constant source of pride. I personally wish to thank the entire Rivermont faculty and staff for the incredible energy and passion they devote to the education of tomorrow’s community and national leaders. As we congratulate our graduates and their families, it’s an exciting time to embrace Rivermont’s bright future. As we welcome new members to the administrative and faculty team, the air is literally abuzz with possibility. Already we have expanded and enhanced curriculum across all grade levels, continuing Rivermont’s rich tradition of challenging students to reach for the stars. We have introduced innovative technology and teaching tools that transformed Rivermont classrooms into global learning communities. Our faculty is fully engaged in a new Professional Development and Assessment program, honing skills and techniques to an even greater height. A comprehensive Curriculum Mapping strategy and the development of a fresh Strategic Plan provide a clear vision and path for the School. These initiatives have greatly energized Rivermont in the pursuit of our mission: to prepare students for success, in college and in life. As we continue to strive forward, we do so confident in the core values that have been the cornerstone of the Rivermont Experience for 130 years: Intellect, Character, and Creativity. The Rivermont Community is blessed to include parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and others who recognize the value an independent school like Rivermont adds to the Quad Cities. Through the support of this invaluable network, Rivermont confidently embraces the future, supported by a strong foundation of history and tradition. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I thank every member of the Rivermont Community for all that you do for the School and invite you to be a part of the Rivermont Experience during this truly exciting time. Sincerely,

Courtney Kay-Decker President, Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees GUARDIANS OF THE S C H O O L’ S M I S S I O N

2012-13

2013-14

W. Kent Barnds, Vice President

Courtney Kay–Decker *, President

Todd Zachary, Headmaster Rajesh Alla, M.D. * (Alum)

Ana Torstenson Kehoe (‘65)

Rajesh Alla, M.D. * (Alum)

Ana Torstenson Kehoe (‘65)

Hans Becherer † (Trustee Emeritus) Delia Meier †

Rodney Blackwell *

Thomas Melchert, Jr.

Rodney Blackwell *

Thomas Melchert, Jr.

Jerry Bowman

Kishore Pagadala *

Jerry Bowman

Kishore Pagadala *

Taylor Davis (Past President)

Chae Hee Porubcin *

Taylor Davis (Past President)

Chae Hee Porubcin *

Tina Eckhardt, M.D. *

Melissa Sears *

Tina Eckhardt, M.D. *

Melissa Sears *

Debbie Johnson Jackson (‘97)

Randy Steining

Tait Johnson *

Amy Tyler Telleen * (Alum)

Tait Johnson *

Amy Tyler Telleen * (Alum)

E x - O fficio M em b er Gretchen Lindle *, Parents’ Council President

E x - O fficio M em b er Lesli Shaheen *, Parents’ Council President

* current parent

† parent of graduate

Rivermont Rundown

Class of 2013 College Acceptances 8

Contents

Class of 2013 Senior Projects

2012-13 Donors

Memorial Scholarships

2012-13 Fiscal Year

Alumni Connections

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R ivermont Rundown

U ni q ue classmates

2nd Grade watched, waited, and learned as eggs incubated in their classroom this past spring. Once the chicks hatched, students did a variety of chick-related learning, from graphing weight to composing observations of the chicks. The class also hosted Chick Olympics, with each student selecting a country for their chick to represent. Chick Olympics wouldn’t have been complete, of course, without a medal ceremony before 2nd Grade’s “classmates” returned to the farm.

2012-13 in Review: Intellect, Character, and Creativity in action

student hunger dri v e

Rivermont won our division of the 2012 Student Hunger Drive, collecting 13,634 pounds of food. Students received $2,500 in seed money for the 2013 drive. In addition, local schools were challenged to create a concept for the 2013 Hunger Drive student video and Rivermont’s entry, Pass the Can, was selected! As the winner, Rivermont received a 2,000 pound head start on the 2013 drive.

upper school pla y

In January, 9th-12th Grade thespians performed Temporary Heroes, a love story set in Vinnie’s Coffee Shop in the Little Italy section of New York. Special thanks and best wishes went to seniors Darsani Reddy and Darcy Ryan, who played principal roles in their final Rivermont production. Combined, the girls acted in 12 shows during Middle School and Upper School at Rivermont. A round of applause is also due to Rivermont parents Brant Vollman and Mike Lawrence for their assistance with set design and construction! Rivermont students are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of activities - to push beyond their comfort zone to find their strengths and passions. The line between thespian, musician, artist, and athlete is often a blur! From a leading role to lights and sound to make-up, a wide variety of talents go into making each drama production a success.

P in k O ut

Pink was the color of the day! In October, Rivermont’s Pink Out fundraiser was featured on WQAD Channel 8 news. Students wore pink in support of the American Cancer Society’s Coaches vs. Cancer campaign. Both Middle School and Varsity Volleyball teams hosted Pink Out games. “It makes me proud that, from our smallest Kindergarten student to our most veteran teacher, all in the school community get behind one cause.” - Leigh Ann Schroeder, Rivermont Volleyball Coach

M at h C o u nt s Rivermont’s MATHCOUNTS team took 1st place at the chapter competition in February, advancing to the state finals. Only the top team at the chapter competition advances, so this was a significant accomplishment! Team members were Ben Nordick (8th Grade), Collin Smith (7th Grade), Emilia Porubcin (8th Grade), and Manasa Pagadala (8th Grade).

lego ro b otics

31 students represented Rivermont at the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) regional competition in December. 3 Rivermont teams advanced to the state competition: Masterminds, Charged Up, and Technical Difficulties. A round of applause to Astronuts and 3 Dimensioners, who also had awesome performances! At the state competition, Technical Difficulties brought home the 3rd place Champion’s Award trophy and Charged Up the 1st place Core Values trophy. “I’m so proud of each Rivermont team. FLL teaches Gracious Professionalism and kids know it’s not about what you win, but about what you discover along the way. It’s an experience they will never forget.” - Rachel Chamberlain, Rivermont FLL Coach 2012-13 marked the first year Rivermont participated in FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). The Upper School team, Apple Pi, competed with their robot, Lennie, at the regional competition. “The team constantly re-evaluated ideas, redrew sketches, and rebuilt the robot. Consisting of a side ramp, a double-jointed arm, and a pinching claw with cradled fingers, the robot was a complete success!” - Team Apple Pi

academic fair

2nd-11th Grade students put their work on display at the annual Academic Fair. The event featured academic projects on display in the gymnasium, as well as performances of Living Biographies by 7th Grade students. Project topics ranged from Presidents to Native Americans to Science Research. The Academic Fair is the culmination of months of research and preparation!

A T I M E - HONO R E D TOU R N A M E NT For over 100 years, one of the most anticipated days for new students has been Sorting Day when they’re “sorted” as an Imp or Tiger. No one is exactly sure when the tradition began, but it is beloved! Several competitions are held each year, yielding points but no trophy - what every participant receives is the satisfaction of doing his or her best for their team, the opportunity to show leadership, and the connection by tradition to thousands of other Imps and Tigers.

lunch on the la w n

Every spring, families are invited to bring their favorite picnic treats and a blanket to enjoy lunch with their children on the Front Circle lawn. The beloved event is a great opportunity to mingle with other Rivermont families, faculty, and staff and helps create the family-like environment that is truly Rivermont.

Q & u w edding

Each year, Kindergarten hosts a wedding to celebrate the marriage of the letters Q and U. Bride Sylvia DeSplinter and groom Jack Blackwell were supported by a bridal party of Kindergarten students. This unique, cherished event enforces the joining of the two letters in spelling and is simply too cute to miss!

F o u n der â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s day f u n r u n The 1st annual Parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Council Founderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Fun Run raised over $9,800 for educational programs and family-oriented activities at Rivermont! Students ran a total of 518 miles on a map, they traveled from Bettendorf, IA to Erie, PA. This unique, active fundraiser was a blast for students, who also earned points for their Imp and Tiger teams.

poetr y month

In honor of Poetry Month in April, Rivermont welcomed award-winning Chicago poet Elise Paschen to campus, who shared two presentations. The entire day was devoted to poetry, including workshops led not only by Rivermont faculty, but also members of the Augustana College English faculty and their students.

S tate S cience & T echnolog y F air J u n i o r S er v ice P r o jec t s Every Rivermont junior completes a service project including at least 15 hours of community service. Following their experience, students deliver a presentation to faculty and judges from the community. 2012-13 projects included volunteering with: St. Augustine’s English Medium Primary School - Tanzania Global Leadership Adventures - “Nature’s Kaleidoscope” - Costa Rica Trinity Regional Health System - Quad Cities Imani! Dancers Studio for Cultural Arts - Davenport The Central Community Food Pantry - Davenport Skip-A-Long Child Development Services - Quad Cities

21 Rivermont students exhibited at the 2013 State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa, held at Iowa State University. Shivani Ganesh (8th Grade) brought home 1st place in the Junior High Biological Division, as well as Grand Champion of Junior High. Shravya Pothula (11th Grade) received 1st place in the Senior High Cellular & Molecular Biology Category. For a complete list of awards, visit

www.RivermontCollegiate.org.

A thletic A ccomplishments

Middle School Cross Country had a successful season; Keenan Dolan (7th Grade) finished as the top runner in the conference. Middle School Volleyball (5th/6th and 7th/8th) competed well in league play and had a good showing at the conference tournament. Homecoming festivities were held during the fall to celebrate the Varsity Volleyball team, which competed in the Iowa Girls’ High School Athletic Union tournament. Hall-of-fame Coach Dave Wessel coached Middle School Boys’ Basketball through a successful season that saw much athletic improvement. Coach Wessel also led Varsity Boys’ Basketball, represented by the “Fab Five.” Though only 5 were on the team full time, 8 Upper School boys played in at least 1 game. Interest was high in Middle School Girls’ Basketball and Rivermont fielded 2 teams (5th/6th and 7th/8th) in league play. Both Middle School and Varsity Cheerleading added spirit to winter sports. The Middle School squad performed in the annual conference cheer competition. Middle School Co-Ed Track ran through an extremely wet spring, with a few events being rained out. Despite these cancellations, runners finished the season strong in the conference meet.

U pper S chool S tate C apitol T rip

9th-12th Grades traveled to Des Moines to visit the Iowa State Capitol, where they toured the Capitol building and had meetings with the Iowa Supreme Court and Lt. Governor. Students had the opportunity to meet Justice Thomas D. Waterman. Justice Waterman’s law clerk led a tour and explained how court proceedings work.

R I V E R M ONT S U M M E R C A M P It was an extremely busy summer on campus! Over 300 students from througout the greater Quad Cities registered for more than 900 classes, including Deep Space, Video Game Creation, Harry Potter-Ology, Nature Navigators, and more!

The Class of 2013 10 graduates - 68 college & university acceptances Over $2.2 million in renewable merit scholarship offers

Agnes Scott College GA Auburn College AL Augustana College IL Presidential Scholarship Founders Scholarship Austin College TX Boston University MA Bowdoin College ME Bradley University IL Foster College of Business Admin. Carleton College MN Case Western Reserve OH Central College IA Presidential Scholarship Centre College KY Clarke University IA Coe College IA Presidential Scholarship College of Wooster OH Cornell College IA Drake University IA Emory University GA Georgia Institute of Technology GA Grinnell College IA Trustees Honors Gustavus Adolphus College MN Iowa State University IA Presidential Scholarship

Knox College IL Loyola University Chicago IL Luther College IA Presidential Scholarship Marquette University WI Mercer University GA Mount Holyoke College MA Northland College WI Oberlin College OH St. Ambrose University IA Saint Louis University MO Sweetbriar College VA Union College NY University of Denver CO University of IL at Chicago IL University of IL Urbana Champaign IL University of Iowa IA University of Miami FL University of Minnesota Twin Cities MN University of Missouri Kansas City MO University of Rochester NY University of Wisconsin-Madison WI

ATTENDING

Case Western Reserve University, OH SENIOR PROJECT

Surgery: An Uncharted Territory Dr. George Kontos Trinity Regional Hospitals

Vishal completed his internship under Dr. George Kontos at Trinity Regional Hospitals, where he spent the majority of his time in the operating room observing surgeries. He also had the opportunity to work with patients more personally, talking and escorting them throughout the hospital. Vishal paired his internship with research on the use of stem cells. “Medicine is a complicated field. When adding the use of stem cells, the already complex field becomes even more so as stem cells have always been somewhat of an enigma to scientists and doctors.

Before stem cells were discovered, the idea of having a pluripotent cell (a cell that has the potential to differentiate into specialized cells) would have seemed impossible. The explosion of interest in stem cells has roots in many fields of medicine, yet one of the most prevalent is the field of cardiology. Advocates of stem cell research say the best way to produce results is to use bone marrow (derived adult stem cells) from patients who have suffered a heart attack to restore damaged heart muscle. Some studies have shown increased cardiac performance, while others have shown no difference in cardiac performance between the group with the stem cells and the group without. Whether a proponent of stem cells or an inhibitor, no one can doubt how marvelous a stem cell is. The day that the use of stem cells finally cracks the initial barrier is the day that the medical field is set ablaze by stem cells and their endless uses.”

ATTENDING

surgical patients regaining consciousness during surgery.

SENIOR PROJECT

Anesthesia awareness was a startlingly commonplace defect until 1994, when Aspect Medical system released the Bi-spectral Index. The BIS continuously measures and adjusts levels of agent drugs during general anesthesia. The BIS analyzes drug concentrations within the body to give a Bi-spectral index number, allowing the anesthesiologist to have a quantitative measure of the depth of the anesthesia. In 2003, the FDA heralded the BIS monitor. Yet in 2013, a trial found that the BIS monitor was not associated with lower incidence of anesthesia awareness.

Agnes Scott College, GA The Importance of Microorganisms and Internships

Davenport Wastewater Treatment Lab Rebecca completed her internship at the Davenport Wastewater Treatment Lab, where she assisted with running water 1 tests, as well as analyzing results. Rebecca also visited local businesses to take water samples. As she explored potential fields of study in college, Rebecca paired her internship with research on anesthesia awareness.

Rebecca Cupp

Vishal Bobba

“Anesthesia awareness - when the patient regains consciousness but continues to be paralyzed - is dangerously common, with incidences ranging from 0.2% to 40% of

BIS monitoring has been used for almost two decades, especially in emergency vehicles. Its value to medicine has only recently been argued, and in 2013, The Atlantic claimed the BIS monitor has become the most controversial medical device in anesthesiology, if not all surgery.”

ATTENDING

Loyola University, IL SENIOR PROJECT

Couture Fashion - Sketch to Runway eme Designs

Maggie completed her internship at eme Designs, where she gained experience in pattern making, couture sewing, photography, and garment tracking. Maggie paired her internship with research on iconic couture designers. “The label of couture would not be possible without the couture designers, also known as couturiers. The stand out names, in my opinion, are Charles James, Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, and Karl Lagerfeld.

anew. It was there that he began his career as a milliner (hatmaker) and opened a shop called Boucheron. His passion for designing couture dresses led him back to London, where he began to show his collections. Success came in the mid-1930s, when he was able to sell his lines to Marshall Field, Lord & Taylor, and Bergdorf Goodman. In 1940 he returned to the U.S., opened Charles James, Inc., and worked with experts such as Elizabeth Arden. Charles James was known for his evening gowns. He approached his designs from an engineering sort of view, considering himself more of a sculptor than designer. Each of these designers brought an iconic piece or unforgettable legend into this world and their names live on in the pages of Vogue and on the tags of devoted fashion lovers’ clothing.”

After being expelled from his high school in England, Charles James’ parents sent him to Chicago to start

ATTENDING

Augustana College, IL SENIOR PROJECT

Health Service Mission Dr. Fehr, Orthodontist East Moline, IL Dr. Feehan, Dentist Illini Dental Associates Dr. Moen, Pediatrician Pediatric Group Associates

Alejandra completed her internship at 3 separate offices, including an orthodontist, dentist, and pediatrician, observing a wide variety of procedures. Alejandra explored everything from braces to the unique patient-doctor relationships of a pediatrician.

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Alejandra paired her internship with research on growth hormone deficiency in children. “Learning about the importance of various hormones in my AP Biology class, my eye caught the growth

Margaret Martens hormone deficiency (GHD) issue. GHD is a condition in which the pituitary gland does not produce sufficient growth hormone (hGH), leading to short stature and pituitary dwarfism. GHD’s cause is often unknown. It might be congenital, present at birth, or seen after major brain injury or medical condition. Physical abnormalities on the face or skull can lead to undeveloped pituitary glands and thus, low GH levels. Additionally, other hormones’ scarcity may cause deficiency in growth hormones. After diagnosis, GHD is often treated with GH replacement therapy, during which GH is injected. Injections are often a daily treatment until the greatest possible height is reached. I am looking toward the future of not only advances in recombinant DNA but also genetic engineering, through which I hope scientists will be able to perhaps cure GHD by gene mutations.”

ATTENDING

Sweet Briar College, VA SENIOR PROJECT

Attacking Trafficking: No One Should Be Enslaved St. Alban’s Episcopal Church

Sarah completed her internship at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, where she joined an effort in attacking trafficking that includes ministering to those enslaved, supporting survivors, and raising awareness. She collected and compiled data about human trafficking and created a spreadsheet of her data. As she explored potential fields of study in college, Sarah paired her internship with research on weather forecasting. “Weather is everywhere and affects everyone, humans and animals alike. There is no escaping the weather and we can’t control it, no matter how hard we try. The best we can do is

predict the weather. The predictions aren’t always right because they are just that, predictions. How can weather prediction be improved? A doppler radar obtains information on the weather when it returns energy. The radar emits a burst of energy. If the energy strikes an object such as a rain drop, the energy scatters every direction. A small percentage of that scattered energy is directed back toward the radar. Computers analyze the energy received, such as the strength of the returned energy, the time it took to travel to and from the object, and phase shift of the pulse. The image seen on the radar is created from these returned signals. By continuing to gather data about the weather, we will come to understand and predict weather much more easily and accurately. New technologies will be invented and we will be ready to weather the weather no matter what Mother Nature throws at us.”

ATTENDING

therapy is for myofascial release - a form of soft tissue therapy.

SENIOR PROJECT

Fascia tissue is a band or web of small connective tissue, made of densely packed collagen fibers, that covers bone, muscle, blood vessels, etc. Like ligaments and tendons, fascia permit structures such as joints to smoothly slide over one another. These fibers are organized in wavy lines that align in the direction of the pull of the muscle or bone. When injury or rigidness builds up over time, those wavy lines are pulled straight, which causes stiffness and restricts range of motion. Myofascial release uses continual palpatory feedback to achieve relaxation of myofascial tissues. This releases tension in the muscles and organs surrounded by fascia.

University of Iowa, IA Myofascial Release: Treating Soft Tissue and Muscle Pain Twin Rivers Physical Therapy

Nell completed her internship at Twin Rivers Physical Therapy, where she observed evaluations and treatments, including ultrasound therapy. The experience taught Nell that her problems are small compared to most and the importance of listening, staying positive, and of course, having fun. Nell paired her internship with research on myofascial release.

Nell Meier

Sarah McVey

“Over 88% of people who went to a physical therapist to treat chronic pain or stiffness said that the treatment they received helped them get back to their normal range of motion and mobility level. One of the reasons that people go to physical

With myofascial release, many pained patients are discovering the life they’re meant to live - a pain-free life. This is what makes a physical therapist’s job so rewarding.”

ATTENDING

Carleton College, MN SENIOR PROJECT

Smile for the Camera!

Drs. Michael & Keri Doyle, Dentists Dr. Anne Richards, Orthodontist KWQC-TV6 Kelsey completed her internship with 3 dentists, where she did everything from observing procedures to learning how files are organized. She also shadowed a producer, a reporter, and a photographer at KWQC-TV6. Kelsey paired her internship with research on the impact of media violence on society. “As a society, there are many things that influence the way we think, the way we feel, the way we look, and the way we act. One of the biggest factors is the media. James P. Steyer, in Protect Kids, Not Profiteers, explains that the

American Academy of Pediatrics found the connection between game violence and aggression to be nearly as strong as the medical association between cigarettes and lung cancer. Arthur Asa Berger, author of Media and Society: A Critical Perspective, describes the vicious cycle, which stems from children watching TV with disturbing content - violence, divorce, arguing - that gives an expectation of what life will be like as an adult. This causes them to be cautious of relationships as they become older and loneliness prompts them to relieve feelings of isolation by watching more TV. The content we see when we flip through the channels impacts society, though we may be unaware of it. Violence on television or in games, as well as constant coverage of shootings and tragic events, is a factor that leads to violent behavior. Imagine how different society would be if the news instead focused on more positive things!

ATTENDING

Oxford College of Emory University, GA SENIOR PROJECT

A Heart to Heart About My Time Studying Electrophysiology Dr. Kovach, Cardiologist Trinity Terrace Park

Darsani completed her internship under cardiologist Dr. Kovach. She observed office visits and procedures and explored technologies including electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, pacemaker, and defibrillator. Darsani paired her internship with research on cardiac catheterization.

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“In 1977, Dr. Andreas Gruentzig performed the first balloon angioplasty on 38-year-old Dolf Bachmann, who was diagnosed with stenosis, or narrowing, of the proximal left anterior descending

Kelsey Qu coronary artery. At the time, the only way to treat such a case was by coronary artery bypass surgery, which has a high complication rate even today. The angioplasty procedure proceeded with no complications. The balloon-tipped catheter was threaded from the femoral artery to the stenosis in the proximal left anterior descending coronary artery, the balloon was inflated, and the plaque buildup was dislodged - all while Bachmann remained conscious. Today, Bachmann is alive and healthy, experiencing no problems with the procedure performed more than thirty years ago. Angioplasty has evolved from Dr. Gruentzig laboring over bits of balloon at his kitchen table to the procedure today. However, in pursuit of the goal of treating the patient without the scalpel, cardiology is moving away from even minimally invasive procedures and towards drug therapy and lifestyle change - leaving angioplasty as a last resort.”

ATTENDING

Iowa State, IA

SENIOR PROJECT

Superbugs and Pox Viruses: Pandemics of the Past and Future

Davenport Wastewater Treatment Lab Mississippi Valley Blood Center Darcy completed her internship at the Davenport Wastewater Treatment Lab and the Mississippi Valley Blood Center. She assisted with water collection and testing for metals, BOD, volatile acids, and more. Darcy also assisted with the separation of blood into plasma, platelets, and red and white blood cells. She observed in the components lab, reference lab, viral lab, processing lab, and NAT lab. Darcy paired her internship with research on superbugs. “Smallpox, Spanish flu, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS - at one time all of these diseases meant a death sentence.

Today antibiotics are plentiful. What happens when bacteria and viruses become resistant to the antibiotics? The result is superbugs. One of the worst superbugs is Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). This bacterium is showing up in wastewater treatment plants. Wastewater is a possible source of exposure to MRSA because it can spread through feces, skin, and the nose. Treated wastewater is used for landscaping, crop irrigation, and other activities that could lead to more MRSA infections. In 2008 Congress held hearings on the rise of drug resistant pathogens and explored options for dealing with them, none of which have worked very well. We develop a drug; the disease mutates and makes the drug unusable. As history has shown, pathogens are deadly, everywhere, and developing resistance to our front line antibiotics with an alarming frequency.”

ATTENDING

Augustana College, IL SENIOR PROJECT

The Art of Medicine: My Time Spent at CVM Heart Center Dr. Bouyella Reddy, Cardiologist Cardiovascular Medicine, P.C.

Ashish completed his internship under Dr. Bouyella Reddy. He visited several hospitals, observing patient checkups and angiograms in the cath lab. Ashish paired his internship with research on coronary heart disease.

Ashish Tadepalli

“Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) affects 12 million people in the world and is the main cause of half a million American deaths a year. No confirmed cure has been found for heart disease, but it’s certainly being researched. One approach is the controversial use of stem cells. Katie

Darcy Ryan Moisse of ABC World News notes that results of a 2011 study deemed that cardiac stem cells improved not only heart function, but quality of life as well. The stem cells divide and develop into cardiomyocytes, muscle cells that make the heart contract. The study had two important results: the efficiency of blood pumping through the heart dramatically increased and dead heart muscle tissue decreased 24% over four months. The study maintains the focus that dead tissue can be replaced with stem cells, which were taken from patients’ hearts during bypass surgery. These cells were then purified for infusion back into the damaged tissue. Embryonic stem cell research is still being done in the search for a cure to heart disease. A cure will be found, but for now, the only thing that can be done is to raise awareness and to promote healthy lifestyles. Heart disease may have won the battle, but it has not certainly won the war.”

Donors 2012-13 Gifts received between July 1st, 2012 and June 30th, 2013

Drs. Rajesh (*) & Bindu Alla Dr. V.R. & Nirmala Alla Aquatic Environments Drs. Paula Arnell (‘90) & Vince Liu Drs. Richard & Paula Arnell Glenn & Debra Ashby Todd & Rebecca Ashby Augustana College Beth Bader W. Kent & Jennie Barnds Hans & Michele Becherer Harold R. Bechtel Charitable Trust Begin Again Fit for Life Ronald & Carlita Beltz Chris & Jen Bernard Bettendorf Fire Chief Gerry Voelliger Bettendorf Mayor Bob Gallagher Bettendorf Police Chief Phil Redington Bettendorf Rotary Club Birdies for Charity Rodney & Jodi Blackwell Josh & Julie Boone Drew & Mary Boster Jerry & Carrie Bowman Robert & Mary Boyle Howard & Ruth Braren Kevin & Ha Dao Brown Mable Brown (‘34) Joe & Susanna Buck Drs. Lamar & Juliana Buckelew Tammi Burrell Bonnie Campbell Center for Dentistry and Oral Wellness Joel & Rachel Chamberlain Sun Shim Choi Dr. Poonputt & Pornsupa Chotiprasidhi Dr. John & Amna Ciaccio Ruth Michels Cigledy (‘47) James & Katherine Rathe Clifton (‘45) Mark & Brietta Collier Comedy Sportz Marty & Cindy Corrigan Country Financial Dr. Steve Cremer

David & Sharon Cumberbatch Steve & Karen Cummins Jason Curcija & Nicole Ince Sohail Dada Davenport Printing Company Mary Davidson Taylor & Dr. Pamela Davis Ed & Courtney Kay-Decker Deere & Co. John & Erin DeSplinter Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen PC Dimitri Wine & Spirits, Inc. Disney World William & Margaret Dobbelaere Barry & Maureen Dolan Kalie Donovan Alex Gomez Dopeso Kevin & Kathy Dougherty Adam Douglas Craig & Kimberly Douglas Margaret Douglas Eric & Shannon Duckworth Drs. Aric & Tina Eckhardt Dina Edwards Steven & Laurie Elliott Jonathan & Kristin Esche Virginia Ewoldt Eye Surgeons Associates Curt & Dana Fee Ronald & Sarah Jane Fellini Chuck & Marsha Field FIRST LEGO League Charlotte Capen Foster (‘45) Siva & Malathi Ganesh Larry & Chong Hui Gantz Pamela Getz Garton (‘61) Drs. Kevin & Dara Wegman-Geedey The Gentry Shop Harry & Laura Simester Gerboth (*) Don & Dr. Dianne Giammetta Thomas A. Gildehaus Sean & Anne Goodman Griggs Music Steve & Andrea Grupe

Darrel & Betty Hagberg Steve & Linda Hampton Mark & Janna Hann Matt & Sara Hauser Jim & Christine Hayne Rev. Dennis & Beverly Heaney Thomas & Beth Heaney Heritage Landscape Dr. Carl & Stella Herzig Paul Holland Brad & Deb Howell Dr. Young & Veronica Huh Irongate International, L.L.C. Iossi Construction, Inc. Curt & Sue Johnson Tait & Sarah Johnson Patricia Jones Joseph & Ana Torstenson Kehoe (‘65) Rick & Misty Kilcoin Ed & Shalar Knupp Valerie Koster Mary Kretz Margaret “Meg” Burrows LeGrand + Late Show with David Letterman Lavender Crest Winery Mike Lawrence & Sherry Maurer Lifetouch National School Studios John & Gretchen Lindle Harold Lyon James & Jeralee Mannhardt Adam & Brittany Marietta Ralph & Clare Martens Alejandro & Adriana Martinez Rex & Mary Masterson Brian & Tracy Matlock Jordan & Jennifer Matter Christine Mbakwe (‘12) Christopher Mbakwe (‘11) Uche & Casey Mbakwe Victor Mbakwe (‘10) Rev. Brian & Karen McVey Joseph & June McWilliams David & Delia Meier Thomas & Lorie Melchert, Jr.

Dr. Michael A. Novello Scholarship Fund

In December, a $50,000 gift was made to Rivermont’s Endowment to establish the Dr. Michael A. Novello Scholarship fund. This gift, made by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, honors Dr. Novello, who served as Headmaster from 1983-1998. Dr. Novello was the second longest serving Headmaster in the School’s history, as well as the parent of two graduates, MaryAnn (Novello) Rebhan (‘86) and Michael Novello III (‘95).

2013 Fund-A-Need The Fund-A-Need campaign to upgrade science facilities raised a record $29,301! Thanks to the generosity of our donors, fantastic upgrades have been made. One (of many) was the purchase of a CO2 gas sensor, which can be used to take measurements of respiration and photosynthesis in living creatures or gas production by chemical reactions. The data is transferred to a spreadsheet for statistical analysis. The CO2 sensor has already been put to use in AP Biology!

Interest generated from this scholarship fund will provide financial aid to deserving students. When informed of the new scholarship, Dr. Novello, who now resides in Florida with his wife Janice, said he felt honored and extended his best wishes to all of the Rivermont Family.

Rose Mary Simpson Mets (‘57) Jerry & Phyllis Miller Natalie Mohr (‘98) Chris Torstenson Molsen (‘56) Shawn & Katie Moore Connie Moran Mark & Lori Moran Connie Morgan Dr. Arvind (*) & Swetha Movva Terence & Erin Murphy National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium NASCAR Virginia Railsback Neiley (‘39) Kyle & Kelly Neumann Chris Newman Mark & Susan Newsome Gary & Chris Nordick Drs. Michael & Janice Novello Jason O’Rourke Rodney Ossowski Dennis O’Toole Pagadala Family Rick & Linda Paget Stephen & Karen Pagorek Callie Pangburn Charles & Rhonda Parsons Pratim Pathak & Dr. Bhaswati Gangopadhyay Per Mar Security Services Ryan Pillow Rev. Richard & Gwen Livingstone Pokora Joseph & Xinrong Wang Pomykala Dr. Michal & Chae Hee Porubcin Dr. Aswartha & Jyothi Pothula Bob & Patty Powell Steve Pray Edward & Mary von Maur Priester (‘40) Quad City Arts Quad City Bank & Trust Quad City Tennis Club Dr. Gary & Cindy Quinby John & Carol Rader Wilma Capen Ramsey (‘39) Dr. Bouyella & Kamala Reddy Redeemer Lutheran Church

Results Marketing Miles W. Rich Rivermont Collegiate Early School Rivermont Collegiate Lower School Rivermont Collegiate Midde & Upper School Rivermont Collegiate National Honor Society Rivermont Collegiate National Jr. Honor Society Rivermont Collegiate Parents’ Council Rivermont Collegiate Student Councils Matt Roberts (‘89) Charles & Sherry Rodriguez Dr. Ed & Bobbi Rogalski Ross’ Restaurant Rudy’s Tacos Dennis & Debra Ryan Sacred Lotus Acupuncture Angie Sauer SBS Private Wealth Management Kurt & Roselyn Schmeltzer Marilyn Schnell Matthew & Leigh Ann Broders Schroeder (‘89) Theresa Schulz Thomas & Sally Schulz Sears Manufacturing Co. James & Melissa Sears Seshadri Family Mark & Lesli Shaheen Cassandra Signer Bryan & Dawn Sims Tracy & Kristin Skaggs Dr. Larry & Carrie Skillin John & Diane Slover, Jr. H. Charles Smith Jeffrey & Connie Smith Gethel Sparrow Spire Sports & Entertainment Elizabeth Steele Brian & Ashley Stelly Danielle Stone Drs. Jeffrey & Muna Strasser Sweet Life Shop Dr. John & Betty Syverud Tall Pines Camp Tantra Asian Bistro

Target Hon. John & Amy Tyler Telleen (*) Jeff Tilden & Rachel Lanning Chris & Colleen Tomlinson Harry & Kathy Topalian Shannon & Kelly Turner L. Herbert Tyler + Mary Ann Berger Tyler (‘54) Mimi Tyler (*) Paul R. Tyler Drs. Paul & Donna VanDuyne Dominic Velando Village Corner Deli Brant & Colleen Vollman VON MAUR Richard B. & Susan Arp von Maur, Jr. (‘55) Hal & Vaishali Wagher Bill & Vicki Wallace Matthew Ware & Rachel Young Ann Waterman (*) The Hon. Thomas & Maria Waterman Watermark Corners Jeremy & Amber Weeks Randy & Monica Weeks Wells Fargo Foundation Dave Wessel John & Connie Wheeler Grant Wood Area Education Agency WQPT Quad Cities PBS Peter Xiao & Li Guo Yellow Dandelion Photography Todd & Sheri Zachary Richard & Lori Zillmer Graduate ( )

Former Student (*)

Deceased +

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of our records, errors occasionally occur. If your name has been omitted or misspelled, please accept our apologies and contact the Development Office at (563) 359-1366 ext. 314 so that we may correct our records.

Memorial Scholarships

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in memor y of those w ho lo v ed the school The Max Becherer Memorial Scholarship Established in 1998 by the Becherer family in memory of Max Becherer (‘85)

The Cynthia Neiley Hyde Memorial Scholarship Established in 1987 by family and friends in memory of Cynthia Neiley Hyde (‘62)

The Conley A. Dooley Memorial Scholarship Established in 1993 by family, friends, and students in memory of Conley Dooley, who taught English and Drama

The Marcus L. Jarrett Memorial Scholarship Established in 1994 by family and friends in memory of Marcus L. Jarrett

The Elizabeth Kahl Figge Memorial Scholarship Established in 1988 by V.O. Figge in memory of his wife, Betty

The Patricia J. Kloster Memorial Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Patricia Kloster, who served as the Headmaster’s secretary for over 20 years

Edward E. Ford Foundation Scholars Established in 1986 by matching funds from the Edward E. Ford Foundation and the Len R. Small family The Reed Capen Foster Memorial Scholarship Established by Mr. & Mrs. Mel Foster, Jr., family, and friends in memory of Reed Capen Foster The Janet R. Gezel Memorial Scholarship Established in 2009 in memory of Janet Gezel (‘44) The Arthur Haungs Memorial Scholarship Established in 1992 by family and friends of Michael and Janice Novello in memory of Mrs. Novello’s father, Arthur Haungs

The Kelly and Heather Sigler Memorial Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Kelly and Heather Sigler The JoAnn Tyler Memorial Scholarship Established by Herb and Mary Ann Tyler in memory of Mr. Tyler’s sister, JoAnn The Robert V.P. Waterman Memorial Scholarship Established by family and friends in memory of Bob Waterman

Memorial scholarships make a Rivermont education available to a broad segment of the Quad Cities and help to ensure a diverse student body, as well as support students with outstanding academic promise. 16

FiscalYear 2012-13

Instruction & Administration 64% Grounds Buildings & 7%

Instruction & Administration 2,126,991 Tuition Assistance 573,398 Operations 417,840 Buildings & Grounds 232,936 3,351,165

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endo w io w a ta x credit program

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Events 2013-14

N o v. 2 7 Grandparentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Special Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day

A pr . 1 1 - 1 2 Upper School Play

May 27 Lunch on the Lawn

D ec . 5 Winter Vocal & Instrumental Concert

apr . 1 4 Family Art Night & All-School Art Show

D ec . 1 4 Holiday Open House

A pr . 2 3 Rivermont Academic Invitational

Feb. 11 Junior Service Project Presentations

A pr . 2 4 Lower School Music Program

May 28 Lower School Promotion Ceremony Middle & Upper School Awards Ceremony Senior Project Presentations Senior Dinner

Feb. 13 Academic Fair

May 15 Lower School SpringFest

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May 30 127th Commencement

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