The official e-newsletter of St. Andrew's Episcopal School Alumni February 2017
In This Issue
Dear Alumni Community,
Alumni News and Events
In the middle of winter, as things seem to slow down, we're preparing for a busy Spring ahead. With regional events, the celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Oral History Project and the first-ever Giving Day on the horizon - there is plenty to be excited about. I hope you'll join us in person or virtually for these events and initiatives. Our doors are always open to welcome you back into the Pride!
School News
Best, Madeline Wallace O'Brien '05 Director of Alumni Affairs
Alumni News & Events INTRODUCING OUR NEW STRATEGIC PLAN A note from Robert Kosasky and Chair of the Board of Trustees, Sandy Horowitz: "The past seven years have been an extraordinary time of growth for St. Andrew's. The school has seen the creation of the nationally recognized Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning, the construction of our beautiful state-of-the-art Student Center, expansion of enrollment to record levels, and a deepening of our already diverse community. All of these achievements have been intentional and grew out of the school's previous Strategic Plan." Read more about the Strategic Plan here.
ORAL HISTORY PROJECT ALUMNI RECEPTION Join us to celebrate the Oral History Project's 20th Anniversary. Did you know? The primary source you collected and preserved through your junior year history class has led St. Andrew's to be recognized for having the largest precollegiate oral history project archive in the United States. Tuesday, February 28 Student Center Alumni Cocktail Reception - 6:30 p.m. Oral History Alumni Panel and Student Projects - 7 p.m. RSVP to alumni@saes.org
REGIONAL EVENTS: ST. ANDREW'S ALONG THE EAST COAST We're coming to you! Save the date for several regional events in your city this spring. Details and invitation to follow. Make sure your address is updated so you receive the event information.
The Roar Recap Stay Connected
Alumni Calendar Oral History Night, 20th Anniversary Celebration February 28 6:30 p.m. Student Center Atlanta Alumni Gathering March 2 6:30 p.m. Fado Irish Pub 273 Buckhead Ave Atlanta, GA 30305 RSVP here. Boston Alumni Gathering April 18 Location TBD New York City Alumni Gathering April 20 Location TBD SAES Giving Day* May 15 *Mark your calendars for the first-ever Giving Day, more information to follow.
Call for speakers and storytellers We're always looking for ways to connect our current students and families to our alumni community. Are you looking to share your story, experience or expertise? Interested in speaking with students or hosting a visit to your workplace? How about sharing what St. Andrew's provided for you to inspire support? Contact alumni@saes.org if you're interested to learn more. Thank you for your support! The Lion's Fund
benefits every facet of the School's operation. Faculty salaries and professional development, financial aid and technology, and the arts, athletic, and music programs all rely on the Lion's Fund.
Featuring special guests Mr. Robert Kosasky, Mr. Glenn Whitman, and Ms. Tracey Goodrich!
NOMINATIONS DUE FOR ALUMNI AWARDS AND HALL OF FAME Submit your nominations for the annual Alumni Awards and induction into the Athletic Hall of Fame. Nominations will be accepted through the online Award Nomination Form or by submitting a letter to alumni@saes.org or by mail (attn: Alumni, 8804 Postoak Road, Potomac, MD 20854) through March 15, 2017. More information on Awards, Hall of Fame and nominations can be found here.
The Lion's Share: SAES School News ANNUAL FUND-A-SCHOLAR GALA The 2017 Fund-A-Scholar Gala will be held on Saturday, March 18. All proceeds from the auction go directly to the St. Andrew's Financial Aid program - which is critical to our mission of inclusion and excellence. In previous years, generous support from the community made the event hugely successful. Do you have an item or experience to donate? Are you interested in attending? Find forms, ways to get involved and more on the Gala website here. Save the date for the ONLINE AUCTION - all are welcome to bid! - opening March 1 - 10.
CTTL TO PRESENT AT SXSWEDU Glenn Whitman and Ian Kelleher will present at the premier education conference, SXSWEdu on March 7 in Austin, Texas. Their workshop, "Are You a Neuroteacher...Yet?", will focus on "an evolving professional growth pathway based on the latest research in the interdisciplinary field of mind, brain and education science (MBE)." Click here to learn more, and join them in Austin if you're attending!
Please consider supporting the Lion's Fund and join our HONOR ROLL of donors who have pledged their support this fiscal year. How does your class stack up? Donate today to increase your class participation! Class of 1983: 14% Class of 1984: 15% Class of 1985: 10% Class of 1986: 37% Class of 1987: 13% Class of 1988: 11% Class of 1989: 13% Class of 1990: 5% Class of 1991: 12% Class of 1992: 7% Class of 1993: 4% Class of 1994: 5% Class of 1995: 19% Class of 1996: 53% Class of 1997: 6% Class of 1998: 15% Class of 1999: 5% Class of 2000: 8% Class of 2001: 16% Class of 2002: 6% Class of 2003: 5% Class of 2004: 9% Class of 2005: 20% Class of 2006: 23% Class of 2007: 9% Class of 2008: 10% Class of 2009: 13% Class of 2010: 9% Class of 2011: 21% Class of 2012: 13% Class of 2013: 12% Class of 2014: 8% Class of 2015: 2% Class of 2016: 3% Learn more about the Lion's Fund and click here to make a donation.
ST. ANDREW'S HOSTS ANNUAL DIVERSITY IN THE DMV CONFERENCE More than 450 students and educators descended on St. Andrew's on Thursday, February 16 for the area's largest Diversity conference for independent school students. St. Andrew's launched the conference in 2014 led by Head of Middle School, Rodney Glasgow. This annual conference, which has grown from about 100 students in 2014 to an overflowing crowd in just four years, brought together attendees from 24 independent schools as well as Montgomery County Public Schools. Click here to learn more.
ST. ANDREW'S PLAYERS PRESENT: CABARET
Where are YOU?! Did you know... that 25% of our Alumni contact information is out of date? Reconnect and stay in touch by simply updating your address and/or email. Help us by forwarding this on to a classmate or family member to update their information, too. We can only connect and serve you if we can reach you! The Roar Recap 'Like' us on
Join us for the Upper School Musical, Cabaret. There are plenty of times to see this classic in MacDonald Hall: Friday, February 24 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 25 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, February 26 3:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door. $3 for students and seniors, $7 for adults.
ST. ANDREW'S STUDENTS BRING HOME ART AWARDS IN REGIONAL COMPETITION Seven St. Andrew's students won 10 different awards in the Scholastic Art & Writing Northeast Art Region competition. Three seniors, three juniors and a seventh grader won awards ranging from Gold Key to Honorable Mention. Learn more here.
START PLANNING YOUR SUMMER Even though we're in the thick of winter, it's time to start planning your children's summer camp. Registration is open for the 2017 Summer Programs with options for children ages 2 - 12th grade. View the catalog online here.
Join the Pride: Get Involved Class volunteers play a vital role in the alumni community. They are instrumental in keeping class members in contact with one another and with the school, and in maintaining a vibrant school community. The Alumni Association is dedicated to serving St. Andrew's alums and giving back to our community. Join us in these efforts and be part of the pride! We are looking for Class Agents and Class Correspondents from each class. Click below to learn more about each role. THANK YOU to those alumni who already serve in this capacity. View your class agents and correspondents here. Classes are marked that are in need of volunteers.
Facebook for a weekly #tbt! Every Thursday we'll share a photo from the archives - and you'll get a chance to win a prize. Like us on Facebook and then guess who is pictured. We'll send a prize from the Alumni Office to the first correct answer. Who knows it could be you! View photos from Alumni Events and your class year online anytime Photos are updated frequently and available on the SAES Flickr account. View them here. Employment Opportunities St. Andrew's is hiring! The hallmark of a St. Andrew's education is its exceptional faculty. With enrollment at an all-time high, we're pleased to announce the following openings for new teachers and staff. For more information and details on how to apply, visit our Employment Page. Are you or your company hiring? Share the news with fellow alums and post it in the newsletter. You'll reach hundreds of fellow lions and support the alumni community. Email alumni@saes.org with job postings.
2016-17 Alum ni Council Erin Wright-Gandhi '96, President Larissa Levine '06, Vice President Lane Brenner '05 Catherine Callaway '88 Chanele Clark '96 Hannah Davis '08 Alex Facciobene '10 Alex George '95 Alisa Kaswell '05 Jennifer McZier '92 Danielle Moore '09 Sam Speier '95 Tom Taylor '00
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