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Student Voice
A message from Deryn Lavell, Head of School
Student leadership comes in many forms
4 Campus Highlights Exciting activities and events at Saltus
8 How to Raise Responsible Children An abstract by renowned psychologist Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D.
12 Postcards from The Key A shift towards inquiry-based learning and what this means for students
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21 Annual Report 2017–18: From Strength to Strength Includes a message from R. Gil Tucker, Chairman, Board of Trustees, and Consolidated Financial Statements
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Who is a Saltus Alum? 130 years of history help to define a Saltus Alum
33 Alumni Review Saltus is very proud of its alumni and we want to hear from you!
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Cover photo taken at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology – Ontario, Canada (June 2018 STEM Trip). Saltus students viewing a motion sensing Kinect device on a sandbox with a programme that monitors water movement and other factors.
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MESSAGE FROM DERYN L AVELL, HE AD OF SCHOOL
Prepare to Meet the World Saltus has been doing a lot of thinking lately about what it means to deliver on our brand promise: Prepare to meet the world. At its core, this statement is the expression of our vision and the goals of our strategic plan, The Key. The purpose of having a clear vision and strategic direction, is to give everyone in the School, no matter their role, the framework to plan individual priorities in concert with our overall strategic goals. This organises Saltus in a way that reinforces our strengths, lays groundwork for a robust future, and above all, allows us to maximise our resources for the benefit of our students. The effort that went into developing The Key is already paying off. In just a short period of time we have made significant headway in important areas such as establishing cross-curricular research and development teams to explore world-wide best practices in education; enhancing our campus facilities to support real-world experiences for students; and developing an enhanced communications
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strategy to reach our Saltus community. You’ll read more about our progress in this issue of Saltus Magazine, along with an update from Advancement and some powerful stories about the philanthropy of our community. We are at the beginning of this journey together, but already, all of us are feeling energised by the positive changes – and that can only be a good thing for our students. I am particularly excited by the evolution of our focus on diversity and inclusivity. We have been researching and discussing best practices that will enable Saltus to remain in step with the times and the world we share. We are seeking to become a school that truly embraces the power of difference as an opportunity to learn; to think in global terms; and to evolve in a way that
strengthens each students’ readiness to move into the world that awaits them. This is one of the most important ways by which we will deliver on our promise of preparing students to meet the world. It’s a complex challenge, but then, so it is with our world today! The solution isn’t to shy away from reality, but to confront it head on with thoughtful discussion, honest curiosity and open minds. As we work to continue earning our reputation as the premier independent school in Bermuda, we know that we are also earning a reputation for excellence that expands well beyond our borders. Our students will find themselves one day, in far off places studying at the world’s top universities, and maybe starting careers in cities and towns we’ve never even heard of. The beauty of Bermuda is the choice it offers young people. The world is open to them and it is not assumed that they will stay here forever; but, if they choose to, that’s a pretty great option too. What Saltus must do is empower those choices and give our students the tools they’ll need to thrive, no matter where their passions take them. That’s what it means when we say, ‘prepare to meet the world’, and we intend to deliver on that promise. l
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The Technology Behind a School
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xciting new things have been happening behind the scenes at Saltus since 2018. The School has been working on a transition of our school management system to a new, comprehensive platform designed specifically for private schools. The new system will be able to track everything from daily attendance to distribution of university transcripts. The first stage of the transition was the introduction of our new school website which launched in September 2018 at www.saltus.bm. The new design brought the School’s online presence to the forefront with a fresh and responsive look, while also creating the foundation for the building and implementation of the enrolment, content and learning management systems. All of these will be in place by September 2019. Throughout the fall term both the Finance and Advancement Teams at Saltus worked together to update their databases and realign practices to facilitate a cloud-based integration software
that supports a move to a seamless data structure and single sign-on criteria for the parent community. The next steps include providing users with login to the public platform and transitioning away from the NetMail function. These steps will be completed in stages to allow for verification and testing. Overall, the transition is on schedule with the remaining months in the academic calendar set aside to ensure that a fully engaged student information system (SIS) is set up that will accurately manage schedules, attendance, report cards, transcripts, and learning profiles. The goal is to complete all scheduling and planning activities through this new system for the 2019–20 school year. Saltus continues to strive to bring the technology behind the school systems in line with our vision ‘Inspiring students to lead us to a more just, fair and sustainable world.’ l Check out www.saltus.bm
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How to Raise Responsible Children AN ABSTR ACT BY DR. MICHAEL THOMPSON
“ Every new age brings new challenging behaviours…”
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n my experience, what children need in the first years of life is a sense of trust based on a secure attachment. This generation of parents has embraced the idea of a strong parent-child attachment accompanied by close attunement. That is, indeed, what small children need. As they grow into age three, four and five, however, children insist on their own autonomy. They need to push boundaries and break rules and we have to provide a secure framework inside of which they can play and experiment, knowing that there are boundaries to hold them. Every new age brings new challenging behaviours like lying, avoiding responsibilities, sneaking screen time, bad language and sometimes outright oppositional and defiant behaviour. These challenges force us as parents to think through what we want from our children, and how we can express our values in a clear, consistent way. Coherent discipline, which is effective without being terrifying or abandoning, is critical. Being consistent in discipline is hard for most parents, because we love our children, we want them to love us, and we simply get tired. It’s true. They simply have more energy than we do. Yet discipline at a young age is the foundation on which we can build as our children move through maturity. Often overlooked, is the necessity of listening to children, really listening, so that you understand how they see things from their perspective, and finally accepting that your child is different than you, sometimes very different. Much of this theory is based on important psychological research conducted by Diana Baumrind, Ph.D., a well-known researcher on parenting styles. She identified that all parenting
was made up of two dimensions: demandingness and responsiveness. Those two tendencies fall out in four recognisable parenting styles: authoritative, authoritarian, permissive and neglectful. Throughout her career Baumrind examined different parenting styles to understand which style leads to certain behaviours in children, including academic achievement. Most parents don’t realise how their parenting methods affect their child’s overall development. Research has shown that authoritative parenting, the “just right” mixture of demandingness and responsiveness produced the most responsible, independent and competent child. I would urge parents to read more about Baumrind’s work (deceased 2018) because she was one of the very few researchers who followed children and families, from Kindergarten into their thirties. Her longitudinal research helped address the question of which kind of parenting is most effective in producing responsible adults. l Dr. Thompson will be returning to Saltus to continue his work with parents, teachers and students in November 2019. Be sure to watch for additional information on available sessions. Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D. is a consultant, author and psychologist specialising in children and families.
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The Key The four pillars that comprise the Saltus Strategy are the beacons that will guide our journey to achieve the goals we’ve set out. Our goals are ambitious. But if we keep the dreams and aspirations of our students front and centre, we are even more determined to help achieve them.
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Be the First Choice for Top Faculty and All Deserving Students.
Assert Our Place Among the World’s Leaders in Education.
A community is greater than the sum of its parts. The people who come together to create the Saltus community, form a special connection – a unit with a singular mission – to support the aspirations of our children. So, we want the very best, brightest and most passionate individuals to join this world and be empowered to make their unique contribution.
The foundation of an educational environment is its programme. In today’s environment, that is never a fixed thing. Education is dynamic, constantly evolving to meet the needs of our students. To be a leader in education today, means having agility, resources and ingrained curiosity that seeks powerful ways to connect, learn and empower young minds.
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l Attract and foster highly-skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds and talent.
l Develop a student-centred, rigorous and engaging programme focusing on the learning needs of students at various stages of development (Primary, Middle, Senior Years).
l Develop opportunities for student, faculty and staff to enhance leadership skills and promote ongoing growth. l Create a robust Alumni mentorship programme for students. l Implement a faculty and staff growth evaluation model. l Ensure inclusivity and diversity are the centrepiece of the Saltus experience for our community.
l Implement key performance indicators across the School to measure, monitor and refine our approach. l Enhance our Campus to support the programme and secure ongoing leadership in student-centred learning. l Harness technological innovation for teaching and learning. l Provide real-world experiences for students to learn beyond the classroom through local and global partnerships. l Foster R&D opportunities within Saltus and for the Bermudian and international community.
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Establish an International Reputation for Innovation and Excellence.
Build a Solid and Stable Resource Platform.
Saltus is a proud and long-standing member of the Bermuda community with a rich history and heritage. We are also evolving with the times and looking toward the future with confidence.
Unlocking our ambitions for the future requires sustainable and reliable resources. Saltus will build the basis for ongoing strength by enhancing financial resources and broadening our appeal to families in Bermuda and around the world.
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l Develop our unique value proposition. l Build a brand platform to support our Vision.
l Energise fundraising efforts to enhance the Endowment and Annual Appeal programmes.
l Develop an enhanced communications strategy to reach the Saltus community, Bermuda and the international stage.
l Establish inclusivity and diversity as the centrepiece of the Saltus experience.
l Strengthen communications among key stakeholders within our community, including a renewed emphasis on Alumni.
l Expand potential markets by fostering diversity and developing a culture of inclusivity within the Saltus community.
l Foster a community of champions for the Saltus experience – alumni, parents, leadership, community thought leaders – to be brand ambassadors.
l Design and implement an enhanced marketing strategy to support revenue goals. l Leverage our facilities for innovative opportunities to enhance revenue.
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Images used to support this feature article represent the many opportunities for learning that Saltus students experienced outside of Bermuda in 2018. Our Island home makes overseas travel a necessity, our quest for learning makes overseas travel an experience.
1. Nova Scotia – CAIS U13 Boys Football 2. Canadian University Tour 3. Tanzania – World Challenge 4. Ontario CAIS Senior Girls Football 5. Paris – Modern Foreign Language Studies 6. Tanzania – World Challenge 7. New York – Performing Arts 8. Ontario Institute of Technology 9. Jasper Ski Trip 10. UK University Tour 11. Washington, DC – Year 6 12. Tanzania Village – World Challenge
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Postcards from The Key
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ere we are deep in The Key country, where the Saltus strategy for the future is being put into motion from one end of the School to the other. It’s an exciting time filled with creativity, innovation and of course, a few challenges. We’re keeping a close watch on the ‘Four Pillars’, the heart and soul of The Key, and will send our community postcards to let you know what we discover on this journey. All of this effort is intended to strengthen Saltus and deliver on our promise to students, that they will be fully prepared to meet their future – a promise that is deceptively simple, because we know full well, how challenging that future will be. While there is much to report on from all of the pillars, perhaps the one area that’s nearest and dearest to our hearts is the programme pillar. It’s a core element of The Key and it has seen a lot of action lately. The Programme is not simply the combination of academic courses offered at a school. It is the integration of those courses and the environment created for student learning. The Saltus programme is evolving in dynamic and meaningful ways that will be the rocket fuel in our effort to prepare students for the future. Examining their needs from the outside in, gives the educators at Saltus the perspective they need to realistically design a learning environment that responds to and reflects
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the world as it is. Essential in that quest is what Saltus Head, Deryn Lavell calls, ‘student-engaged learning’, which, simply put, means empowering students to explore and pursue areas of inquiry that they’re interested in, and designing the learning, or programme opportunities, in part, around that. Imagine, learning about the things that actually interest you in a way that makes sense for your own learning style? It seems to make sense. But does that mean we are sacrificing important programme milestones and just concentrating on the fun stuff? Not a chance. According to Ms. Lavell, “Getting at the heart of student engagement is a challenge for educators because it demands innovation, keen observation and the ability to link inquiry back to curriculum learning goals. But, if done well, the research is unequivocal that learning for students is deeper, more lasting and generative than traditional ‘textbook and blackboard’ methods of the past.” The examples we observed went something like this: The Saltus Association, that group of devoted parents who work tirelessly on our behalf, agreed to raise the money needed for a new playground. But first, how much money is needed, and what exactly should this dream playground look like? Rather than going to the local playground contractors for quotes, Saltus Year 6 students were assigned the task of doing all the legwork to develop a plan that they would then present to the Saltus Association.
The students collected data and conducted surveys to assess equipment needs, wants and rationale; they measured the space and determined appropriate dimensions for new equipment; they sought costs for equipment, labour and upkeep; finally, they created a slick presentation to sell their ideas to the Association executive. Students worked in groups and brought out prodigious math and technology skills to tackle the problem as well as their graphic design, language, writing and public speaking skills to create a presentation that dazzled. They also learned some valuable, real-world lessons about collaboration, mutual respect, time management, the creative process, critical thinking and that glorious feeling of exhilaration for a job well done and the validation of respected judges. The result? A beautiful playground, a legacy for students in the Junior School, the opportunity for community engagement and a powerful learning and growth experience for the Year 6 students. In another illustration, the SGY Business Economics and ICT (Information Computer Technology) classes in Senior School collaborated on a joint project to take the Saltus School shop online. They determined that this would not only be more cost effective, but it would likely increase revenue and help raise brand awareness by reaching a larger target audience (alumni, parents, grandparents, students). Both classes took this real-world problem to heart and have been developing
a web-based platform for an online merchandise sales component – including testing, working with experts (our Director of Finance, School Shop manager, IT director), and building a business model that is robust and well researched. They presented their work to the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, where they were treated to professional scrutiny and judgement of their work. That’s some high-level executive stuff. Sure, they could learn all about net revenues, fixed costs, pricing, online commerce, marketing and branding in text books, but how much fun would that be? As we continued our journey through The Key, we also came across this moving example of how the Saltus programme is infused with humanity and the type of learning that will open students’ hearts and minds to some of the world’s most important challenges. This is the learning they will rely on when they become the forces for change that we hope they will. Students in Year 8 read the novel, Girlcott, a story about the Bermuda theatre boycott written by Florenz MaxwellSmith, a Bermudian and member of the original group who employed non-violent means to protest racial discrimination. At
the time, they had to keep their individual identities secret for fear of reprisals. Through their reading and conversation, students learned first-hand about this landmark moment in Bermuda’s history and came to understand the importance of inclusivity, not just as a nice word, but as a powerful, meaningful mind set and way of life. Ms. Maxwell-Smith, along with Mr. & Mrs. G. Harvey, friends and former members of the Progressive Group, gave their personal time to the students for an afternoon visit that no one who was there, will soon forget. The learning went both ways as great experiences often do. Ms. Maxwell-Smith was moved by the reaction of the children, their thoughtful questions and keen interest. She wrote a note to the School in which she said “what a wonderful experience visiting Saltus and listening to the many profound questions by the students. The entire visit was welcoming and encouraging, and I left the School with a deep appreciation for the way you introduced Girlcott to your students. I marvel at the depth of their knowledge of the characters, especially Desma, the plot and most of all, the theme.”
That’s the beauty of ‘student-engaged learning.’ We can get to the heart of very real, very core programme and curriculum goals by exploring projects that the students themselves can get excited about. The more enthusiastic they are about the project, the deeper and more lasting is the learning. It is also well understood, that this approach to an academic programme offers a 360 degree experience, addressing learning goals that include emotional intelligence on equal footing with traditional learning outcomes. The result of course, is helping to nurture the minds of the children who will lead us to a better world. That’s the long-term aspiration. In the short to medium term, Saltus is confident that this evolving approach will empower students academically and emotionally, strengthening their confidence, their compassion and their ambition. This is what they’ll really need from their School programme if they are to meet the challenges they’ll encounter in the next phase of their life journey. Stay tuned for more Postcards from The Key. l
Shift Towards Inquiry-Based Learning For many, their memories of school years are of strict timetables, rigid lessons, and unforgiving homework and testing. These elements formed a big part of anyone’s educational experience no matter where they lived. Depending on how well one performed on tests, it often meant certain doors were open – or closed. Today, as Saltus works to open doors to the future for students, a shift towards inquiry-based learning is at the forefront. Inquiry-based learning emphasises learning activities that are long-term, interdisciplinary and student-centred. Instruction typically differs from traditional inquiry by its emphasis on students’ collaborative or individual artifact construction to represent what is being learned. Students get the opportunity to explore problems and challenges that have real-world applications, increasing the possibility of long-term retention of skills and concepts. Studies, such as those completed by Reggio Emilia, 2010 indicate that a project that starts with an open-ended idea or problem posed by a student or teacher, results in a search for answers to questions about the topic worth learning, something the children are interested in. These types of projects can open up new avenues of exploration. They require lots of creative thinking and problem-solving. And, they can introduce material, questions, and opportunities that often provoke children to further explore issues and questions.
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Key Knowledge Understanding Success Skills
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Gold Standard Project Based Learning 7 Essential Project Design Elements
Adapted from Setting the Standard for Project Based Learning: A Proven Approach to Rigorous Classroom Instruction, by John Larmer, John Mergendoller, Suzie Boss (ASCD 2015).
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FACILITIES UPDATES
Engaging Spaces
Maintaining facilities on campus is an ongoing challenge at Saltus, but the School boasts some of the most impressive facilities on the Island for learning, performing arts, and athletics. This requires planning and budgeting to ensure the environment created to support our children is state-of-the-art. Each year, the dedicated Maintenance & Facilities Team sets out a list of major projects. Here’s some of the projects for 2017–18.
Repairing and painting the roof for Upper Primary Buildings
Air-conditioning upgrades at Cavendish
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Athletics Facilities upgrades
School playground renovations
Renovating the Senior School Science Lab
Renovating the Senior School SGY and Collaboration Room
Dedicated Alumni and Advancement Space
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STUDENT LE ADERSHIP
It All Starts with a Student’s Voice
Our Vision: Inspiring students to lead us to a more just, fair and sustainable world.
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Student-centred learning is an approach to learning where students choose not only what to study but also how and why. At the heart of a student-centred learning environment are responsibility and activity, in contrast to the emphasis on instructor control found in conventional teaching. An example of student-centred learning at Saltus took place recently when Senior School student, Noa Sadeh, expressed an interest in learning more about the R&D Team process currently underway with teachers at Saltus. Several R&D Teams have been exploring topics central to the growth and development of the School. Teams are made up of both academic and non-academic staff and many have conducted studentbased research surrounding their topic. In conjunction with the R&D Team Leader for Senior School Curriculum, Mike Viotti, Noa organised a meeting for staff and students (S10–SGY2). The design of the meeting was a protocol that split the attendees up into groups; then they came back with everyone and discussed their thoughts surrounding student-centred learning. Both the format and discussions were facilitated by Noa who sent out invitations to students, provided pre-reading material, and summarised the results for the R&D Team she worked with. Her approach was professional and well-executed. Mr. Viotti said, “Not often do students have the opportunity to sit side-by-side with teachers and discuss learning. Our students have a tremendous capacity to express and advocate for themselves, and our staff-student session gave them the opportunity to do just that. When students take ownership over their learning, they learn better. As a teacher, it was encouraging to see so many students interested in sharing their voices.” It all starts with a student’s voice. l
Student Leadership Profiles Henry Weinstein
Hanna Percy
Bria Maybury
Head Boy, Upper Primary (Year 6)
Head of Gold Key
Head Girl (SGY)
My name is Henry Weinstein, I’m ten years old and I am currently the Head Boy of Saltus Upper Primary. I am in class 6M and have gone to Saltus since my Foundation Year. I have enjoyed my time here in Saltus and think I’ve had no bad teacher in the seven different homerooms I’ve been in during my Saltus journey. I am very good at math and enjoy concepts like: perimeter, short division, order of operations and fractions. Actually, I’m trying out for the Math Olympia! I love writing and am writing my own book, The Siege of Asgorland. Drama is one of my strong points and I go to Musical Theatre class at the Berkeley Institute of Music. I enjoy other classes like: Physical Education, Art and Music. One of my favorite classes, is Spanish. Being part of a family that knows a wide variety of languages has made me really like Spanish. I am really enjoying my Saltus journey.
My name is Hanna Percy and I am Head of Gold Key. Gold Key is a student leadership group that supports the Admissions Office. The primary role of a Gold Key student is to provide informational campus tours to prospective families, current families and any other visitors to Saltus. As a member of Gold Key, I have a great deal of responsibility and need to be reliable, knowledgeable and confident while also demonstrating strong loyalty to our School. For me, Gold key is an opportunity to show my enthusiasm and commitment to Saltus. Outside of campus tours my responsibilities include allocating the team/ resources for Gold Key, running meetings, ensuring equity, and tracking progress of the team. Gold Key is an opportunity for me to give back to the Saltus community.
My name is Bria Maybury and I first came to Saltus when I was nine years old. In my time at Saltus I have obtained eight GCSE’s, 3 AP’s, my CPR and First Aid Certification and The Junior Sports Leadership Award. I am currently the Head Girl of Saltus’ secondary department and studying AP History, English, Economics and Math. For university, I hope to study either Law or Political Science in Canada or the UK. I often volunteer at my church, and during the summer this year I interned with Aging and Disability Services along with the Department of Public Prosecutions. The advice that I would want to give readers is “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted” – Aesop
Beatrice Ball
Spencer Johnson
Jackson Spurling
Head Girl, Upper Primary (Year 6)
Head of Gold Key
Head Boy (SGY)
My name is Beatrice Ball, but most people call me Beattie. I am Head Girl of Upper Primary and I am in year six. I am going into Middle School next year and I am very nervous! I joined Saltus in Foundation Year, when I was four years old. I moved to Bermuda from England when I was two. During my time at Saltus, I have enjoyed being involved in lots of different School activities. I sing in the choir and play hand bells with some of my friends. I play the piano and I am working towards my Grade 3 exam. I also enjoy sport. I am on the School football and netball teams.
My name is Spencer Johnson. As an active member and Head of Gold Key I share responsibility for running meetings, recruiting new members, scheduling, and providing tours to prospective Saltus families. I take my role as Head of Gold Key very seriously and have been a very reliable resource for our Admissions Department. One of the highlights of my Gold Key ‘career’ was a recent presentation in a Senior School assembly to promote Gold Key and inform the other students about the importance of this student group. I enjoy public speaking and am involved in drama as well. I believe that maturity, reliability, confidence and fairness are characteristics of a great leader. These are the traits that I try to demonstrate in my role.
My name is Jackson Spurling and I am the Head Boy at Saltus. I am planning to graduate with ten AP grades. After completing three last year, I’m currently taking: Calculus, Physics 2, Physics C, Macroeconomics, US History, English Literature, and Psychology. After Saltus, I hope to further my studies in the US or Canada in a wide range of areas I enjoy. I have been an avid violin player since the age of five. I’m currently the concertmaster of the Saltus Senior Orchestra as well as a member of the Bermuda School of Music Senior String Ensemble. For the past eight years, I have also been a dedicated baseball player and mentor to many in the sport. It is important to invest time and effort into the things you enjoy. Opportunities often present themselves the more you become immersed in certain areas. This attitude has helped me to succeed and continually strive for excellence.
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Teachers as Reflective Practitioners Professional Learning is an ongoing pursuit of Saltus Faculty and Staff. Teachers, in particular, thrive on continued development opportunities pertaining directly to their fields of study and student learning. Since 2017 professional learning opportunities at Saltus have focused on The Key and the skills required to prepare students for their future. Below is a sample of the conferences and learning provided to faculty and staff.
NSRF Protocol Training and CFG
The CollegeBoard
EdTech
Since 1994, the National School Reform Faculty has created and refined more than 200 protocols and activities to use in Critical Friends Group® communities, classrooms, meetings, and beyond. Each one is designed to help participants arrive at a specific desired outcome, efficiently and effectively.
AP Seminar Summer Institute is designed to learn innovative best practices, explore researchbased strategies, and increase course knowledge. The AP Capstone professional development summer workshop trains instructors to teach college-level critical thinking and research skills while exploring academic and real-world questions, problems, and issues from different disciplines and from multiple perspectives.
High-intensity, conference-style event focused on the latest in educational technology and emerging pedagogy. Professional Development that inspires and empowers teachers around the globe.
CAIS Leaders Conference A unique programme of Keynote speakers, Workshops and opportunities for collaboration within and across networks in order to meet the educational needs and interests of members. National Association of Independent Schools More than 4,500 members of the independent school community joined to explore the theme of Reimagining Independent Schools: Tearing Down Walls, Building Capacity, and Designing Our Future.
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Independent Schools Management Leading the Effective Middle School/Growth and Evaluation/ Timetabling – Middle School Heads, teachers and administrations must provide support for their students, as well as fair and thoughtful discipline leading to character development. Workshops designed to create experiential and practical roadmap to help support these goals.
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People of Colour Conference (NAIS) The NAIS People of Color Conference is the flagship of the National Association of Independent Schools’ commitment to equity and justice in teaching and learning. More than 6,400 educators and students join to explore the theme of Equitable Schools and Inclusive Communities: Harmony, Discord, and the Notes in Between. United Soccer Coaches National Convention The United Soccer Coaches Convention and US Youth Soccer Workshop draws more than 6,300 coaches, and more than 13,000 attendees. Educational opportunities consisting of live field demonstrations, classroom sessions, meal and social functions, award presentations, coaching diplomas and more!
Many additional opportunities were provided through local course, webinars, and consultation: Local Courses Project Based Learning Risk Management Safe Touch Programme SCARS BermudaLEADS AP Mentoring/ Training English Literature Computer Science Principles US History Chemistry Online Training Leadership and Holacracy Mindful Educator Essentials GCSE Requirements Growth and Evaluation
From Strength to Strength 2017–18 Annual Report
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Saltus Overview Strategic Plan
Mission
Accreditation & Membership
Saltus believes that students are the key to a better future. Our Strategic Plan – The Key – was released in 2018 and comprises four pillars:
To inspire a passion for learning and independent thinking through a commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity and service to others.
Bermuda Educators Council
Community – to be the first choice for top faculty and all deserving students
Vision
Programme – to assert our place among the world’s leaders in education
Inspiring students to lead us to a more just, fair and sustainable world.
Image – to establish an international reputation for innovation and excellence
History & Diversity
Stability – to build a solid and stable resource platform Our community and our curriculum are engaged with the world beyond, which will ensure that our students are prepared for global challenges. Saltus is prepared to meet the future with a clear vision, a thoughtful approach to tackling challenges and the determination to take our place among the world’s top schools.
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Saltus Grammar School was founded in 1888 thanks to a generous gift from Samuel Saltus who bequeathed the funds for the building of a boys’ school in Bermuda. In 1966, post-desegregation in Bermuda, Saltus widened its mandate for diversity and became a multi-racial private school. In the 1990s, Saltus became fully co-educational. The result has been that students enjoy a diverse, real-world learning environment that elevates all.
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Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) College Board Authorized Advanced Placement Course Provider AP CAPSTONE School Edexel and Cambridge Exam Centre SAT Centre ACT Centre National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) North American Reggio Alliance Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education (CCAE) Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
MESSAGE FROM R. GIL TUCKER, CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A Solid Foundation We are pleased to share with our community, the financial report for 2017–18 as part of our Saltus Magazine publication. There is so much happening at Saltus that these numbers provide but a glimpse of some of the incredible projects and the work being conducted by our talented leadership team and staff. In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the School’s ability to continue as a going concern, but running a great school means so much more than that. Saltus continues to move from strength to strength as the team implements the actions outlined in The Key – our strategic plan. Efforts in professional development for faculty and the introduction of a new Director of Advancement are just two examples supporting our commitment to the community. Programme enhancements include countless project-based learning opportunities in the classroom and revised curriculum offerings in our Senior School to better prepare students for the global environment in which they will make their future. This academic year, cross departmental Research and Development Teams made up of faculty and staff at Saltus, have been tasked with reviewing critical areas within the School such as diversity and inclusion, innovative technology, student leadership, growth and evaluation, and more. The Board of Trustees looks forward to sharing the strides made by these groups with our community in the future.
Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the School’s financial reporting process. While declining population in Bermuda and shifts in our international business community have created some challenges with respect to enrolment, the Board of Trustees is confident that the future of Saltus remains strong. Although 2017–18 financial results depict that expenditures out-weigh income for the fiscal year, it was a significant period for revising budgets and reviewing contracts with service providers. The School continued to ensure significant investment is made towards maintaining the high standards of the School’s facilities while keeping operating costs within budget. In addition, Saltus initiated the restructuring of its debt which will result in savings in the future and completed the wind up of the defined benefit pension plan. In line with its Strategic Plan, Saltus is pleased to announce the appointment of Paull Davis, the new Director of Finance and Operations who joined during June 2018. While it is difficult to capture in a report the ambiance that permeates the school environment, I hope that you can conjure your own examples of recent successes in our School community. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to thank you for your contribution and acknowledge the team of teachers and staff who create the atmosphere of inquiry, safety and exploration that our children benefit from every day at Saltus!
R. Gil Tucker and Deryn Lavell, Head of School
Board of Trustees R. Gil Tucker ’72 Kelly Francis Andrew Pereira Christopher Coleman Ianthia Fox Douglas Mello ’90 Alison Swan Teitel Dominic Powell ’79 Sacha Simmons Vanessa Hardy-Pickering ’94 Gregory Tolaram ’81 Alexander Green ’96 Robert Cooney Will Cox ’81, Past Chair
R. Gil Tucker Chairman, Board of Trustees
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There are hundreds of ways to measure a school’s success but the key indicators at Saltus revolve around graduation rates and our students’ abilities to excel when they leave our Island home and head off into the world to pursue further education. We aim to spark imaginations from the crucial first steps when children begin their journey of discovery, right through to that last big step into their future. Our aspiration must be global because we never know where our students’ lives will take them.
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Total Enrolment 2018–19 n Senior School (Year 10–SGY*) – 220 n Middle School (Year 7–Year 9) – 198 n Upper Primary (Year 3–Year 6) – 268 n Lower Primary (Foundation–Year 2) – 183 * S altus Graduate Years provide a college-preparatory programme for 106 Saltus students.
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Advanced Placement Options
53
Incredible robots built by students each year
1 Dedicated volunteer Saltus Association (PTA)
156 75
Alumni mentors further the global outreach of the Saltus network
Education professionals continuously developing cultural competencies
22% National AP Scholar/ AP Scholar with Distinction
The Key
Community
Saltus Strategic Pillars
Stability
Programme
11% AP Scholar with Distinction
Image
15% AP Scholar with Honours
52% AP Scholar
100
%
n Canada
University Destinations 2018
n UK n US n Other n Gap Year
Students accepted to their first or second choice of university or college
n Business/Finance/IT/Computer Science
PostSecondary Studies 2018
US Collegeboard Designations 2017–18* * 7 7 Senior School students took a total of 173 AP exams in 2018. The AP Collegeboard highest level designations were awarded to more than one-third of those students.
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Design Technology projects using stateof-the-art 3D printers and a CNC Router
n Science/Psychology/Engineering n Arts/Humanities n Sports Science/Kinesiology n Sociology/Criminology n Education n Gap Year
50 Minimum number of co-curricular options for students
60
Teams able to participate in Bermuda School Sports Federation events
2 Curriculum Standards – North American and UK
95
Students who receive financial aid
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Saltus Grammar School Consolidated Balance Sheet As at June 30, 2018 Unrestricted Expressed in Bermuda Dollars
Restricted
Operating Fund
Bursary & Endowment Fund
Campaign Fund
Building Fund
Total Funds 2018
Total Funds 2017
Assets Current assets Cash and cash equivalents
$ 10,656,940 $ 1,741,487 $
25,410 $
23,965 $ 12,447,802 $ 12,280,772
School fees receivable – net of allowances for 223,848 doubtful accounts of $112,093 (2017 – $112,093)
–
–
–
223,848
287,691
Other receivables
–
–
–
103,899
119,738
103,899
Other prepaid assets
146,910
–
–
–
146,910
60,670
Inventories
296,887
–
–
–
296,887
371,388
Interfund amount receivable
3,012,485
–
–
– 3,012,485 2,054,687
Total current assets
14,440,969 1,741,487 25,410 23,965 16,231,831 15,174,946
Non-current assets Investments
24,248 3,905,380
–
Capital assets
12,123,355
–
– 9,958,987 22,082,342 23,613,651
Deferred financing costs
–
Total assets
$ 26,615,101 5,646,867
26,529
–
– 3,929,628 3,985,307 –
26,529
29,477
25,410 9,982,952 $ 42,270,330 42,803,381
Liabilities Current liabilities
Current portion of long-term debt
$
– $
– $ 2,204,212 $ 2,204,212 $ 200,437
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
940,523
– $
–
–
–
Prepaid student accounts and other deposits
7,522,230
–
–
– 7,522,230 8,095,942
Deferred contributions
753,116
Interfund amount payable Total current liabilities
940,523 1,100,406
620,859
–
– 1,373,975
3,012,485
–
– 3,012,485 2,054,687
530,386
9,215,869 3,633,344
– 2,204,212 15,053,425 11,981,858
Defined benefit pension assets
–
Long-term debt
Total liabilities
$ 9,215,869 $ 3,633,344 $
– $ 11,303,262 $ 24,152,475 $ 23,229,101
$ 20,563,427 $ 1,959,561 $
(842) $ (4,404,291) $ 18,117,855 $ 19,574,280
Long-term liabilities –
–
–
–
(69,600)
9,099,050 9,099,050 11,316,843
Net assets Net assets (liabilities) Interfund transfers
(3,164,195)
Net assets (liabilities) after interfund transfers
17,399,232 2,013,523 $ 26,615,101 $ 5,646,867 $
Total liabilities and net assets
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53,962
26,252 3,083,981
–
–
25,410 (1,320,310) 18,117,855 19,574,280 25,410 $ 9,982,952 $ 42,270,330 $ 42,803,381
Saltus Grammar School Consolidated Statement of Operations For the Year Ended June 30, 2018 Unrestricted Expressed in Bermuda Dollars
Operating Fund
Restricted Bursary & Endowment Fund
Campaign Fund
Building Fund
Total Funds 2018
Total Funds 2017
Income School fees
$ 19,619,578 $
– $
– $
– $ 19,619,578 $ 19,746,079
Rental and other income
1,348,072
–
–
– 1,348,072 1,424,814
–
External scholarhip income
–
324,220
Donations
236,383
85,000
–
324,220
782,061
– 12,250
333,633
314,508
182,051
136,419
Income from Saltus Appeal
182,051
–
–
–
Net gain on sale of building
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Net (loss) gain on sale of investments
Interfund building rental income
(1,043,331)
(1,780)
Interest and dividend income
52,920
Total income
$ 20,395,673 $
– 26,392 433,832 $
– 1,043,331 –
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– 402,574 (1,780)
40,300
–
–
79,328 79,208
– $ 1,055,597 $ 21,885,102 $ 22,925,963
Expenditures Salary and payroll benefits
$ 15,000,738 $
– $
Other operating expenses
4,346,915
120
Amortization
1,515,550
Further education awards
–
– 1,085,718
Loan interest
–
Endowment expenditure
– 21,425
–
Total expenditures
20,863,203 1,107,263
Change in fair value of investments
– $
– $ 15,000,738 $ 15,829,039
120
– 4,347,155 4,299,898
–
766,413 2,281,963 2,208,947
– – – 120
– 1,085,718 1,111,044 135,738
135,738 149,149
–
21,425 19,604
902,151 22,872,737 23,617,681
8,290
148,375
–
–
(Deficiency) excess of income over expenditures $ (459,240) $
(525,056) $
(120) $
153,446 $
156,665
352,708
(830,970) $ (339,010)
The financial information provided is an extract of the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2017–18.
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DONORS
Thank You to Our Donors SAMUEL SALTUS CLUB Diana and Lars Bergquist Ika and Alexander H. S. M. Green ’96 Andrew Green ’98 The Green Family Calvin Stempel ’76 Carla and Neil Stempel ’80 The Ernest E. Stempel Foundation The Estate of Alan and Agnes Waddicor Vallis Educational Testamentary Trust The Wittich Family FOUNDERS CLUB Judy and John Collis ’76 Linda and Will Cox ’81 Gayle and Rory Gorman Lindo’s Market & Lindo’s Family Foods Mr. Charles Marshall, M.B.E., J.P. and Mrs. Lesley Marshall Orbis Investment Management Ltd. Partner Reinsurance Co. Ltd. Cherie-Lyn and Andre G. Zanol ’88 Marilyn and Giorgio Zanol, M.B.E. Judith and Marco Zanol ’85 HEAD OF SCHOOL’S CLUB Brockman Foundation The Peter Cundill Foundation FPC Philanthropies Ltd Freisenbruch-Meyer Group Rita and Sam Garvin Alyson and Christopher Grasso Sacha and Eugene ’Penny’ Simmons ’54 BENEFACTORS’ CLUB Anonymous Maribeth and Alec Anderson ’76 Cortney and Andrew Bernstein Candice and Christopher Coleman Caroline and Graham Collis ’77 Conyers, Dill & Pearman Tracy and Sean Durfy Essent Reinsurance Ltd. Franck Charitable Trust Neptune Group Limited Saskia and R. Scott Pearman ’90 Britt and Jonathan F. Reiss ’87 Beverley and R. Gil Tucker ’72 Lesley and Paul Wollmann KNIGHTS CLUB Anonymous (3) Air Pro Ltd. Mr. James F. Amos, M.B.E. and Mrs. Sandra Amos Anna Anthony ’97 and James Anthony AON
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Arch Re Ascendant Group Limited Susan M. Astarita AXA XL Bermuda Bacardi International Limited Sally-Ann and Andrew Baron Dianne and R. Bruce Barritt ’73 Jeanne and Anthony Bean Jon Beard Bermuda Anglers’ Club Bermuda Electric Light Company Bermuda Pest Control BF&M Insurance Group Lisa and Gavin Bishop Rebecca and Martin Bolton Ann D. Boorman Grant J. Brandson ’84 Lisa J. Marshall and Peter Bubenzer ’72 Trudy and Larry Bucher BUE / BAC (Universal Electric Ltd.) Christine and Scott Burns Butterfield & Vallis Cathy and Tony Carreiro Natalie and Vince Chaves ’83 Nicole Chichon-De Silva and Keith De Silva ’91 Chubb Bermuda Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda Beatriz Cobeno Lopez Christopher Cooper The Hon. Anthony T. Correia ’47 and Mrs. Patricia R. Correia Cripps Foundation D & J Construction Co. Ltd. Christianna and Kris Dakin ’02 Lt. Col. Michael L. Darling ’48 and Mrs. Elaine Darling Hannah and Andrew DeCosta ’90 Mekana and Rui DeSa Digicel Bitten and Nicky Dill ’46 Rosie and Andrew Doughty Liz Dowdell and Wayne Washington Madeleine and Seamus Durkin ’99 Terri and Malcolm Durrant Monique and Matthew Durrant ’00 Crystal Edwards Glenda and Gary Edwards Eurocar Ltd. Martha and Roderick A. Ferguson, III ’65 Aisling and Mario Foote Tim Fox ’08 Helen Thornton and Alain Fournier Kelly Francis Louise and Michael D. Freisenbruch ’69 Barbara and Chris Fullerton Kalpana Gangwani and Nick Daswani Chrystal and Bisengi Gatare
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The Hon. Dr. E. G. Gibbons, III, O.B.E. ’70 and Mrs. Kathryn Gibbons Sharon Glasser Briley Habib Hamilton Princess and Beach Club Hamilton Re Vanessa Hardy-Pickering ’94 and Mark Pickering Cynthia and Jeremy Hassell Mr. J. H. Hayward M.B.E.. J.P. ’52 and Mrs. Patricia Hayward Cheryl Hayward-Chew ’81 and David Chew ’85 Thornton Henry ’61 Fiona Herring ’98 Berta Barreto-Hogan and Vincent A. Hogan Matthew D. Hogan ’11 Kelly Holmes Robyn Hooper ’04 and Alex Hooper Sherrall and Peter Illston Susan and Graham Jack ’79 Helen M. and Colin C. James Colin G. James ’05 Mark C. James ’08 Becky Jones and Lorna McDonald La Trattoria Restaurant Deryn Lavell and Steve Johnson Emma Law ’99 and Geoffrey Law ’99 Michelle and Edward C. Lawrence ’79 David M. G. Lawrey ’46 Manal and David Leach Donna and Jim Leitch Emma and Trevor Leitch ’98 Kimberly and Darrin Lewis Sara Lewter ’94 and Robert Lewter LINK Bermuda Simon Logue Karen and Chris Lusher Patrick Mahon Lora and Paul A. Martin ’79 Robin and Tom Masters ’73 Steven Masters ’70 Erica McArthur Debra and Malcolm McBeath ’78 Tina and Michael McGuire Angela and Liam McKittrick ’84 Tasha and Chance McLean Miles Market Ltd. Robin and Tim Miller ’84 Christopher Mora Samantha and Richard Morris Johanna and Ryan Murray Coleen Nelson Elizabeth and Paul Nystrom Tracy and Raymond Packwood Lyn Pantry Ann Paynter Claudia Mibelli and Adolfo Pena Maja and Charles Penruddocke Christine and Ilario Pepi
Gary Perry ’81 Sophie Campeau and Nicholas D. Pettit ’92 Patra and Wesley Phillips Jana and Shea Pitcher Lise and Gary Pitman Erika Powell ’98 Mr. Cyril E. Rance, M.B.E., ’52 and Mrs. Heather Rance Kathleen and Pat Reardon Cindy and Graham Redford ’80 John Rego ’81 Renaissance Reinsurance Ltd. The Hon. Everard T. Richards and Mrs. Pauline D. Richards Jill Roberts Sarah and Adam Rossides Jessica Rowe Ricknel Rutherford Alisa and Nir Sadeh Shelly and Peter Sayers Vanessa Younger-Scott and Shayne Scott Becky and Colm T. Singleton ’94 Amanda and JP Skinner ’84 Dion Smith Liz and Timothy Southern Michelle and Antoine Harvey Lori and Russell Steinhoff Val and Paul Stevenson Amanda and Adam Szakmary The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd. Alison Swan Teitel and Robert Teitel Susan and Glenn M. Titterton ’62 Elizabeth and Roger Titterton ’70 TOPS Limited TreeCon Limited Anne and Robert Tucker ’46 Mike Viotti Rachael Ward Pauline and James A. F. Watlington ’66 Brock Webel and Family Anne Carmignani and Stephen Weinstein West End Development Corporation Christina Westholm-Schroeder and Henrik Schroeder Alexander White Lesley White Jennifer Wild ’94 and Matthew Wild Samantha Willis Christopher Wright ’81 Joanna Sherratt-Wyer and Martin W. Wyer Wyndham Worldwide Corporation Louise and Leighton Yong William Zarbock ’69 Katherine and Cummings Zuill ’57 Zhi and Henry Ziegler Zurich International (Bermuda) Ltd.
Alumni Donors 1940s The Hon. Anthony T. Correia, J.P. ’47 Lt. Col. Michael L. Darling, OBE, ED, JP ’48 Nicky Dill, Jr. ’46 David M. G. Lawrey ’46 Robert N. Tucker ’46 1950s Henry Hayward, M.B.E., J.P. ’52 Cyril E. Rance, M.B.E. ’52 Eugene (Penny) Simmons ’54 Cummings V. Zuill ’57 1960s Roderick A Ferguson III ’65 Michael D. Freisenbruch ’69 Thornton Henry ’61 Glenn M. Titterton ’62 James A. F. Watlington ’66 William L. Zarbock ’69
1970s Anonymous Alec R. Anderson ’76 R. Bruce Barritt ’73 Peter Bubenzer ’72 Graham B. R. Collis ’77 John C. R. Collis ’76 The Hon. Dr. E. G. Gibbons, III, O.B.E. ’70 Graham Jack ’79 Edward C. Lawrence ’79 Paul A. Martin ’79 Malcolm A. McBeath ’78 Steven L. R. Masters ’70 Thomas W. Masters ’73 Calvin P. Stempel ’76 Roger J. Titterton ’70 R. Gil Tucker ’72 Peter L. Wittich ’79
1980s Grant J. Brandson ’84 Vincent Chaves ’83 David Chew ’85 Willliam J. Cox ’81 Cheryl Hayward-Chew ’81 Liam McKittrick ’84 Tim J. Miller ’84 Gary M. Perry ’81 Graham P. Redford ’80 John M. Rego ’81 Jonathan F. Reiss ’87 John Paul (JP) Skinner ’84 Neil F. Stempel ’80 Christopher J. Wright ’81 Andre G. Zanol ’88 Marco G. Zanol ’85 1990s Anna F. Anthony ’97 Andrew J. DeCosta ’90 Seamus Durkin ’99 Alexander H. S. M. Green ’96
Andrew P. S. M. Green ’98 Fiona Herring ’98 Emma D. Law ’99 Geoffrey Law ’99 Trevor J. Leitch ’98 Sara H. Lewter ’94 Douglas Mello ’90 R. Scott Pearman ’90 Nicholas D. Pettit ’92 Erika Powell ’98 Colm T. Singleton ’94 Jennifer Wild ’94 Andrew P. S. M Green ’98 2000s Kris Dakin ’02 Matthew Durrant ’00 Tim Fox ’08 Robyn R. Hooper ’04 Colin G. James ’05 Mark C. James ’08 Matthew D. B. Hogan ’11
Employee Donors Anna F. Anthony ’97 James G. Anthony Berta Barreto-Hogan Jeanne Bean Jonathan Beard Rebecca M. Bolton Ann D. Boorman Mr. Larry Bucher Trudy Bucher Cathy Carreiro Nicole Chichon-De Silva Beatriz Cobeno Lopez Christopher Cooper Christianna Dakin Mekana DeSa Rosemary Doughty
Liz Dowdell Crystal Edwards Aisling Foote Mario A. Foote Kalpana Gangwani Chrystal Gatare Briley Habib Cynthia Hassell Kelly Holmes Robyn R. Hooper ’04 Becky Jones Deryn Lavell Emma D. Law ’99 Darrin Lewis Sara H. Lewter ’94 Karen Lusher
Patrick Mahon Steven L. R. Masters ’70 Erica McArthur Debra A. McBeath Angela M. McKittrick Lorna McDonald Kendra A. Mello Johanna Murray Ryan Murray Lyn Pantry Ann Paynter Patra L. Phillips Erika Powell ’98 Pauline Richards Jill Roberts Adam Rossides
Sarah Rossides Jessica Rowe Ricknel Rutherford Alisah Sadeh Shelly Sayers Shayne Scott Amanda Skinner Michelle S. Squire Mike Viotti Rachael Ward Alexander S. White Lesley D. White Samantha Willis Leighton Yong Louise Yong Henry Ziegler
Trustee Donors Anonymous Chris Coleman Gayle Gorman Kelly Francis Douglas Mello ’90 Sacha Simmons J. Andrew Pereira Alison Swan Teitel R. Gil Tucker ’72
Every gift to Saltus is vital to the advancement of the School’s vision and makes a qualitative difference in our students’ education. On behalf of all Saltus Students, a special thank you to all of our donors for helping to continuously strengthen our School!
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MESSAGE FROM DENISE McADOO, DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT
Who is a Saltus Alum? Saltus has gone through many chapters in its 130-year history. From its beginnings in 1888 through today, one of the most commonly asked questions by Alum is – How is the ‘Class Of’ determined in our records? This is especially important for those who attended Saltus for only a short time or were students prior to when SGY was introduced 1974–75. This question has a two-part answer. Firstly, if, at any point in time, a student was enrolled at Saltus, that student is considered a Saltus Alum. Whether you joined in Year 1, 5, 9, or SGY2, and whether you graduated from Saltus or moved off-Island with your family; or on to Boarding School before the traditional graduation date, having been enrolled in Saltus is the only criteria for status as an alum. Your ‘Class Of’ will be calculated based on the process below.
Welcome to all of our Saltus Alumni! Providing clarity around the ‘Class Of’ question is not quite as straightforward, as there is no perfect answer to this query. The fact that Saltus offered 12 years of education beginning in Year 1 prior to 1974–75 and now offers 13 years of education, plus Foundation Year, makes this calculation challenging. At Saltus, we base our answer on the ideal student and make a delineation in our formula based on era. As an example, today’s student begins their time at Saltus in Foundation Year when they are four years old. This student will ‘graduate’ from SGY2 14 years later in the ‘Class of 2032.’
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Prior to the introduction of Foundation Year, students would begin Saltus in Year 1 at the age of five. Of course, some started earlier or later, but we use the age at Year 1 (five years old) as the beginning of progress. So, prior to 1974–75, students would have begun their education at five and “graduated” 12 years later. If you were born in 1950, and presumably started school at five, you would be a member of the Class of 1967. This holds true even if you left before the end of, what was then, Year 12. With the addition of SGY2 in 1974–1975, the equation was changed, and 13 years was added to the entry age of five. Therefore, if you began your academic career in 1963, you would be in the Class of 1976. As you can see, our history depicts three distinct era’s which reflect in our records when answering the question regarding ‘Class Of.’ Truth be told, yearbooks have been scoured, friends have been asked and we have found that the answer is, at best, a tricky one! If you are a Saltus Alum, take a look at the mailing address on this magazine and let us know – Have we calculated your ‘Class Of’ information correctly? l
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Denise McAdoo Director of Advancement A long-time resident of California, Denise McAdoo has joined the Saltus leadership team as Director of Advancement, overseeing advancement operations and the fundraising and alumni efforts of the School. Over the course of her career, Denise has been involved in every aspect of independent school advancement. During a 13-year career in Northern California, Denise was part of a small team that successfully raised more than $100 million for capital and annual campaigns, specific needs, and endowment. Under her leadership, the Annual Fund increased from $1.5 million to $3 million and 100% parent participation. The role of Advancement is significant within the roll-out of the Strategic Plan The Key, with Community, Programme, Image, and Stability as the pillars. In order to achieve the long-term objectives, Saltus Advancement will need to encourage philanthropic donations from a wide range of donors through major gifts, annual giving, and legacy giving.
Congratulations Class of 2018!
University and College Attendance* BERMUDA Bermuda College CANADA Acadia University Brescia University College Brock University Carleton University Concordia University Dalhousie University Georgian College King’s University College Laurentian University McGill University McMaster University Mount Allison University Queen’s University Ryerson University St. Francis Xavier University St. Mary’s University University of New Brunswick University of Ontario Institute of Technology University of Ottawa Wilfrid Laurier University
UNITED STATES Appalachian State University Bookhaven College College of Charleston Fort Lewis College Georgia State University Georgetown University Marymount University Northeastern University Oklahoma State University Providence College Savannah College of Art & Design Southeastern University Spelman College Union University University of Central Florida University of Maryland University of North Carolina, Charlotte University of Tampa University of Virginia University of West Virginia Washington Adventist University Xavier University of Louisiana
NETHERLANDS Maastricht University UNITED KINGDOM Anglia Ruskin University Coventry University Durham University Kingston University Manchester Metropolitan University Newcastle University Northumbria University Nottingham Trent University Oxford Brookes University Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Solent University University College of Football Business University of Essex University of Exeter University of Edinburgh University of Kent University of Leicester University of Manchester University of Nottingham University of South Wales
*University and College attendance 2016–2018
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Alumni Review Accolades Congratulations to the following Alum for the many accomplishments: Brian Ralph Hall ’59 – Winner of the Fred Reiss Award (May 2018) Darren Woods ’76 – Winner of the Star Award from Cedar Bridge for his work with young people at-risk Paul Maddern ’80 – Received the Cecille N. Musson Bermuda Literary Award for Poetry 2018 Chris Wright ’81 – Veteran player in the Old Boys side scored in this year’s 4-4 tie James Perry ’87 – Cooking at Mt. Everest base camp Douglas Mello ’90 – Keynote speaker at the Bermuda Executive Forum in Miami
Peter Lapsley ’94 – Appointed as Director of Bermuda National Gallery Kevin Dallas ’96 – CEO of the Bermuda Tourism Authority given global recognition named Travel Vanguard by AFAR Marc Daniels ’96 – Recognised with “Father of the Year” award 2018 Maj. Ben Beasley, B.E.M. ’98 – Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2018 B.E.M. (British Empire Medal) Shiona Turini ’99 – Featured by Tiffany and Co. as a top fashion expert. Also styled a cover for “Ebony” magazine. Alex Wheatley (nee Lewis) ’00 – Appointed Supreme Court Registrar
Melissa Logie nee Durrant ’01 – Recognised by her employees as one of the top contributors to her local community throughout their international presence. Tyler Butterfield ’01 – Won Silver medal in the Cozumel, Mexico Ironman, and in Asia Pacific Championship in the Philippines. Andrew Kirkpatrick ’01, Nhuri Bashir ’01 and Jermaine Simons ’02 – Contracted to film a feature film set in the Scottish Highlands Kimberley Caines-Best ’02 – Appointed to Bermuda Airport Authority Sam Riihiluoma ’03 – Appointed as an Associate with Appleby (Law) Rachel Sawden ’04 – Published novel “Runaways” Stratton Hatfield ’04 – Received Chevening Scholarship to undertake a Masters in Sustainability, Entrepreneurship and Design at Brunel University Julica Harvey ’05 – Called to the Bermuda Bar Keivon Simons ’05 – Joined Carey Olsen Law Bermuda Stacee Smith ’05 – Pupilage at Walkers Bermuda (Law) Joshua Correia ’06 – Received Service Medal from St John’s Ambulance
Cecille N. Musson Bermuda Literary Award for Poetry 2018 Paul Maddern ’80 was born in Bermuda and lives in Co. Down. After twenty years in the restaurant trade, he obtained his Ph.D. in 2011 and has since taught at the universities of Leeds, Edinburgh and Queen’s Belfast. The Beachcomber’s Report (Templar, 2010) was shortlisted for the Eithne Strong Best First Collection Award and won a Bermuda Government Literary Award. Paul’s father, Carey Maddern, was a teacher at Saltus Junior School and was responsible for the design of the School tie currently worn by students.
Past and Future Thank you to Mr. Colin Young ’40, our eldest Saltus Alum on record for giving his time to visit Saltus Cavendish. Mr. Young is pictured here with our youngest Saltus students, currently attending Foundation Year (left) Adrian Myers and (right) Matilda Buckley.
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ALUMNI RE VIEW
T’Deana Spencer ’07 – Called to the Bermuda Bar
The Last Canadian Winter
Caitlin Conyers ’07 – Secured a spot in the Bermuda Cycling team for the Pan Am Games with a silver medal in the Caribbean Cycling Championship
Ciara Burrows ’13
Jordan Claire Robbins ’08 – Actress, Producer, Writer starred in the Netflix series “Umbrella Academy.” Jordan is also a singer-songwriter and a model. Christopher Frith ’09 – Filmed and edited “Mission Impossible – Fallout” starring Tom Cruise Jake Fox ’09 – Became part owner of Fantasea Shelly Pearson ’09 – Qualified for Pan Am Games in rowing Dante Leverock ’10 – Signed with Irish professional club – Sligo Rovers F.C. Leonard Williams ’12 – Appointed to the Bermuda Tourism Authority Office in New York Zeiko Lewis ’12 – Signed for US soccer team “Charleston Battery” Jonte Smith ’12 – Signed the UK Professional Club – Oxford United F.C. Rhea Gibbons ’12 – Summer project recovered 1,500 lbs. of trash from Bermuda’s landscape
Test of Time Alex and Marie started dating in fifth year at Saltus and Geoff and Emma started dating whilst in their final SGY year. “The School has played an important role in our lives and it is very exciting that our children now get to experience a Saltus education.” says Emma, who is also a member of Faculty at Saltus. “I value the School’s commitment to my ongoing professional development and I love to see how the School’s initiatives manifest in the conversations my children have at home. The joy and wonder their teachers create through project-based learning and inquiry is so evident in the amazing experiences my children get to enjoy whilst at Saltus.” (Above photo): Geoffrey Law ’99, Emma Law ’99 (nee Holmes) – children are Charlie Law (Year 3) and Juliet Law (Foundation Year) Alex Fay ’99 and Marie Fay ’00 (nee Humphrey) – children are Maia-Jane (Year 2) and Lincoln (Foundation Year Sept ’19)
Nathan Trott ’16 – Contracted with West Ham Utd Adam Hall ’17 – Continues his career with the Baltimore Orioles
Editor’s Choice
Kaden Hopkins ’18 – Named to USA Cycling Academic All-Stars
Historian and writer Jonathan Land Evans ’81 had a busy 2018, self-publishing six books through Lulu.com: Some Essays on Bermuda’s History and five short-fiction titles (with his story collection Ragbag receiving a good review from Kirkus Reviews). 2018 also saw his short stories prominent at online literary journal Typishly, where two were published as Editor’s Choice selections and with a Pushcart Prize nomination for The Rivals, a story set in 1930s Bermuda. This year he will be publishing the second volume in his Essays series and also another story collection, Fortes And Foibles.
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Five years ago, I witnessed my first snowfall and experienced my first Canadian winter. Though snow evokes a different set of emotions these days, I am excited to embrace all the opportunities presented this winter. After submitting my applications to law schools in the United Kingdom this January, I am looking forward to hearing back from them in the coming months. Even in my last term, I’m still making new friends and forming diverse study groups with students in my programme. Similar to finishing high-school, all the familiar faces, friendships and adopted family members will make it difficult to say goodbye in April. As graduation draws near, I am especially conscious of the wealth of support I have benefited from over the last five years from my Saltus family and beyond. Thank you!
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Wedding Bells
Next Generation
Best of luck as you start your lives together:
Tommy Edwards ’03 married Kaitlyn – January 2019
Welcome to the world, future Saltus graduates:
Raisa Stovell ’08 married Amir Johnson – August 2018
Greg Rose ’04 – married Kristy – May 2018
Cali Jay Hana Hunt born April 2018 to Jasmin Caines ’06
Sarah Perry ’08 married Anthrun O’Brien – October 2018
Connor Burns ’06 – married Laura Norman – October 2018
Nathan Andrew Smith born July 2017 to Bianca Smith ’08
Michael Osmond Hooper born November 2018 to Robyn Hooper (nee DeSilva) ’04
Andrew Chlebek ’04 married Casey Lopes – October 2018
Clyde Darrell ’07 – married Lisa – May 2018
Katie Davidge Martin ’07 married James Martin – April 2018
Alex McManus ’08 – married Lydia Rose – October 2018
Cameron Ian Hepburn born May 2017 to Danielle Hepburn (nee Watson) ’08
Luca Andrew Lawrence born September 2017 to Francesca Cacace ’08
John Masters ’05 married Jen – August 2018
Patrick Doyle ’06 and Katie Titterton ’05 – married – November 2018
Amelia Louise Roberts born May 2018 to Katie Roberts (nee Trimingham) ’06
Stronger Together Saltus Fund The Saltus Fund is one of the most powerful ways to contribute to our students’ experience. Tuition covers the essentials – the Saltus Fund takes care of the rest. There is no gift too small (or too big)! We’re asking everyone in our community to get involved and contribute whatever amount they can. Every gift makes a difference and you’ll be playing a key role in the lives of our students. Help us reach our $400,000 goal and enhance the experience for all Saltus students. Make your gift online at saltus.bm/giving
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British Empire Medal received by Maj. Ben Beasley ’98, B.E.M. from His Excellency the Governor of Bermuda (January 2019). “Announced in June last year on the Queen’s Birthday Honours list, this award coupled with my recent appointed as Second In Command and Chief of Staff of the Royal Bermuda Regiment has been a highlight in my career.” writes Ben. My wife Kirsten Butterworth Beasley ’93, who is currently working at Willis Towers Watson as the Head of Healthcare Broking, North America and I are proud to have Jonah (Faria) currently enrolled in Year 10 at Saltus and Rhys (Beasley) currently enrolled in Foundation Year. Kirsten is currently reading at Edinburgh University for her MSc and I am at Warwick Business School/ University of Warwick working on my MBA.
Jodi Virgil (Head Girl ’90) is an educator and facilitator, whose overall purpose is to empower people to reach their personal and professional goals. Her knowledge base is built from over 25 years of combined professional experience in Bermuda and the United States, working within classroom and community education institutions, the hospitality industry and human resources sectors within the international business arena. Identifying a community need, Jodi officially launched Organized Solutions Bermuda, a professional organising company to collaborate with clients to find efficient and creative solutions to address everyday challenges and showcase best selves.
Present and Past Board of Trustee Chairs (l. to r.) – R. Gil Tucker ’72, Will Cox ’81, Wendell Hollis ’71, and Jimmie Amos.
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Memories of Saltus Days Ed Offley ’65 visited saltus recently and shared a Yearbook from 1969 among other treasures. Most cherished was his account of his ‘Saltus Days.’ He recalled:
“I was 13 when my father, a career US Air Force pilot stationed in Charleston, S.C., received orders to Kindley Air Force Base in late 1960. My parents enrolled my older and younger brother and me at Saltus and I arrived in September 1961 at the halfway point of 3rd Form. I stayed at Saltus until the end of 5th Form in December 1963, when we returned to the United States. What an amazing 2-1/2 years! I was one of three Americans in my class, with an entire British Commonwealth at the other desks. I played intramural rugby, learned to march the British way on Tuesdays with the Bermuda Cadet Corps, earned a minimum number of pessimes, and even made acting prefect in my last weeks before our departure.”
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Memorials Our deepest condolences to the families of alumni, former staff/trustees and friends of Saltus, including: Reginald Sylvester ’48 Dr. the Hon. Clarence “Tessie” Terceira ’45 R. Colin Selley ’45 Harry Arthur McHarg ’50 Brian Copeland Anfossi ’82 Christopher Aaron Madeiros ’91 Ryan Spencer Mullen ’20
Sports Day c. 1940
Lawrence M. (Larry) Davis ’58 was a staunch supporter of the Francis L. Stephenson Scholarship and even though neither Larry nor his son played golf he made a donation to the Scholarship Fund in his and his son Craig’s name annually. He was generous to a fault and very kind. As a founding member of the Bermuda Islands Pipe Band, Larry was also instrumental in the continued support of the Ruth Henderson musical opportunity award.
Mary Ede (Mrs. Mary Hopkins) was appointed Headmistress of Saltus Preparatory School in 1959 in its inaugural year. Prior to 1959 enrolment at Saltus Grammar School (SGS) began at 8 years old. Students typically attended The Bermuda High School For Girls (BHSG) or Miss Pitt’s Preparatory School, who took young men from 4 ½ to 8 years; when they transferred to SGS. This new addition to SGS initially operated in a tworoom building on Mount Hill, Pembroke. By September 1963 the Prep School moved into a new purpose-built department of SGS on the western edge of the Woodlands property. Miss Ede retired in 1987.
Roy Haygarth, who passed away at the age of 87, led Saltus between 1969 and 1979 — a crucial time in its history. Henry Ziegler, a Saltus alumnus who was the first head of the senior year created by Mr. Haygarth, called him “an innovator and visionary.” Mr. Haygarth, who’s focus on academic rigour kept the School strong through many transitions, including the move from an “aided” school to a private school. In 1977, the Saltus gymnasium was named after Mr. Haygarth. In June 1979, the new facility opened with the outgoing head teacher in attendance. After Saltus, Mr. Haygarth went on to become head of Liverpool College until he retired to Devon in 1992.
SGS 1946
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23rd Annual Francis L. Stephenson Memorial Golf Tournament
Team Results 1 Ryan Davidge, Seamus Durkin, Nick Garside, Ronan Kane (55.7) 2 Matthew Durrant, Jim Leitch, Chris Fullerton, Malcolm Durrant (56.8) 3 John Rego, Chris Smith, Andrew Bento, Bo Saggar (56.9) 4 Merkell Smith, Chris Wright, Rob Edwards, Calvin Hendrickson (57.4)
The annual fundraising golf tournament was held on Friday, May 11, 2018 at Belmont Hills Golf Club. A net surplus of $47,700.62 (including donations) was generated from the tournament, which will be used for the FLS Scholarship Fund. A total of 18 teams (72 Payers) took part in the tournament and social activities surrounding the event. The tournament was hosted by AON and organised by Berta Barreto-Hogan, Simon Tully ’89 and John Rego ’81. The lead sponsor was Freisenbruch Meyer Group. Special thanks to the Saltus staff on the course during the tournament – AnnD Boorman (Raffles), Cathy Carreiro and Amanda Skinner (Hole-in-one monitor) and our hole and tee sign-maker, Nelson Pimental at Signworx! Finally, a huge thank you to Belmont Hills Golf Club specifically, Bushara Bushara, Darron Swan, Dwayne Gibson and all of the Groundsmen. And last but not least, Chris Garland, Mike Sheehy and the staff at Divots for the delicious light lunch and Prize Giving Buffet. We couldn’t have done this without you!
Thank You to All Our Sponsors Lead Sponsor and General Sponsors Freisenbruch Meyer Group AON XL Catlin Bermuda Pest Control D&J Construction Hole-in-One Sponsors BF&M & Eurocar Ltd. Hole & Tee Sponsors AirPro Ltd. Arch Re Ascendant Group BAC Group of Companies Bacardi International Ltd. BELCO
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Chubb Conyers Dill & Pearman Durfy Family Hamilton Re La Trattoria Restaurant and Pizzeria LINK Bermuda Miles Market TreeCon Ltd. Zurich Reinsurance Donors of Raffles and Team Prizes and Goodie Bag Fillers AirPro Ltd. Bacardi International Ltd. Belmont Hills Golf Club
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5 Sean Durfy, Michael Daniel, Marshal Weller, Dennis Pimental (57.5) 6 Michael Veal, Jon Bonvetti, Nick Hoskins, LaMel Burch (58.0) 7 Andy Pereira, Dennis Fagundo, Shreepaul Dindial, Ian Tyree (58.5) 8 Simon Tully, Anthony Alves (59.2) 9 Raj Pachai, Andrew Griffin, Jason Floyd, Dervin Wright (59.3)
Ed Faries, Justin Watts, Jim Ferguson, Herbie Adderley (59.3)
11 Shane McDonnell, Brian Desmond, Rick O’Donnell, Michael Newton (59.5) 12 Vincent Hogan, David Leach, David Chew, Vince Chaves (59.8) 13 Gary Perry, Jeff Amaral, Paul Adams, Gary Ward (60.0)
Bermuda Bistro at the Beach Burrows Wines & Spirits, local distributors of Bacardi brands John Barritt & Sons Digicel Bermuda Pest Control Gosling’s Ltd. Hamilton Princess and Beach Club Mary Kay Terceira and Rubis (Warwick) Tangles Hair Market Place Lindo’s Pembroke Paint Port o’Call
14 Phillipe Bacon, Simon Logue, Robert Rebellato, Joel Morrison (63.0)
David Souter, Mike Gutteridge, Melissa Logie, Christopher Bardget (63.0)
16 Graham Jack, Paul Martin, Ed Lawrence, Roger Titterton (64.6) 17 Andy Sweeney, David Liverton, Don Airey, Troy Bean (64.9) 18 Justin Tavares, Eardley Fleming, Granville Fleming, Arthur Robinson (66.4) PROXIMITY RESULTS Closest to the Pin #4 Ladies: Melissa Logie Closest to the Pin #4 Men: Matthew Durrant Closest to the Curve #6: Jason Floyd Straightest Drive #9: Michael Veale Longest Drive #12: Chris Wright
Get on the Bus! Volunteer Today
All parents and faculty at Saltus form The Saltus Association, a registered charity that works tirelessly to build a sense of community and create forums and initiatives for the School that enhance our students’ experience. In 2016–17, the Saltus Association raised funds to purchase a school bus that is used to transport students to field trips and sporting events and in 2017–18 several areas of the School benefited from the more than $73,000 raised by this dedicated team. Thank you to the Saltus Association (PTA) Committee and all of the parents who support the many activities organised on behalf of the School by this dedicated group of volunteers. If you are interested in getting involved, please email pta@saltus.bm. Anyone who would like to be a part of this rewarding team is welcome! www.saltus.bm/saltus-association-pta
Stay in Touch
Staying in touch with Saltus Alum is important to us! Saltus Connect is a tool that allows you to both re-connect with old classmates as well as use the trusted Saltus environment to expand your professional network. Saltus Connect is fully integrated with the social networks you use every day, and cultivates a culture of helping and giving back. The Saltus alumni community is vibrant and active! Contact Alumni@saltus.bm for more details or join ‘Saltus Connect’ today www.saltus.bm/alumni
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LE ADERSHIP TE AM
Deryn Lavell Head of School “Diversity and Inclusion are cornerstones of The Key, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but it is also imperative that our students learn and develop in ways that challenge the uniform thinking that comes from a lack of diverse perspectives.”
Paull Davis Director of Finance and Operations “During the past year we have seen significant growth and progress made within the financial and operational functions of the School. We will continue to focus on financial sustainability while ensuring the School’s facilities and grounds are maintained at a high level.”
Jon Beard Deputy Head “As a longtime member of staff, my pride in Saltus is unparalleled. Alumni Relations is key to our overall success and involves networking with our alums, developing their relationship with the School, and coordinating opportunities for alums to mentor current students.”
Amanda Skinner Director of Enrolment Management “Deciding where to send your child to school is an incredibly important decision and it is my privilege to be one of the first points of contact at Saltus. The enrolment team enjoys meeting people from different parts of Bermuda and countries around the world. We aim to introduce potential families to the School’s vision and the broad range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities at Saltus.”
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“We are committed to be the first choice of top faculty and staff and in order to do so, one of our goals is to attract, retain and foster highly skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds and talents.”
Christianna Dakin Director of Curriculum
Denise McAdoo Director of Advancement “The Saltus Fund is one of the most powerful ways to contribute to our students’ experience. My team thrive on the impact our work has on the School’s ability to provide the breadth and quality of programmes that form part of a Saltus education.”
Crystal Edwards Director of People & Culture
“The focus for this year has been setting up and supporting nine R&D teams who are investigating everything from our Programme to Student Leadership to Diversity and Inclusion. Teams have spent time discussing, reading, planning, piloting and reviewing and this work is already having a positive impact with our students.”
Shelly Sayers Director of Upper Primary “Professional learning for our teachers on inquiry has played a key role since 2018. An inquirybased approach is driven by students’ curiosity about nature and the world around them.”
Ann Paynter Director of Middle School “Developing a distinct identity for the Saltus Middle School programme that is recognised by students, faculty, parents and the wider community has been our focus this year. Most important has been the emphasis on the social, emotional, cognitve, physical and emotional needs of Middle School aged students.”
James Anthony Director of Senior School Nicole Chichon Deputy Head, Student Life “Through community service and extra-curricular participation, we are encouraging students to lead us to a better world though their engagement and passion in their activities and interests. At Saltus, our student’s dreams and aspirations are front and centre and I am happy to be a part of that.”
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Jeanne Bean Director of Lower Primary “With the Vision Statement and the Strategic Plan at the forefront of all planning, the Lower Primary teachers are keen on empowering students to be critical thinkers who communicate their ideas and solve problems by discovering facts for themselves.”
“Senior School students must be prepared to meet the challenges of our academically rigorous programme. Through a commitment to Saltus’ university guidance programme, I want to ensure that all our students are counselled into courses that not only suit their needs but their future aspirations.”
Saltus opens doors.
The doors to your future are wide open with an education from Saltus. We put a lot of energy into a diverse menu of extra activities – from sports, to theatre, debating, or robotics – and so much more. Every student can experiment, explore and discover their passion. When you can try anything in school, you can do anything in life. Contact admissions@saltus.bm for further details or visit the Admissions Office, located at our St. John’s Road campus. www.saltus.bm