The Bridge Winter 2014 by Severn School

THE BRIDGE

FOR SEVERN ALUMNI AND FRIENDS

WINTER 2014

Marvelous Masks 6th graders in Ms. Katie Leonard’s three-dimensional art class made these Venetian masks from scratch – each created from a mold of the student’s face. Can you tell who's who?

happy new year! We are so thrilled to ring in 2014 - a monumental year in Severn's history. With a new year comes new challenges and accomplishments, as our seniors learn of college placements, our 8th graders eagerly anticipate promotion to the Upper School, and our littlest ones look forward to new experiences every day. As we charge forward into 2014 we are also moving into the School's second century. We can't wait for Centennial Weekend in May and hope you will join us for this historic occasion. CHESS TOURNA MENT

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Headmaster

Douglas Lagarde Board of Trustees, Chair

John Bremer

Centennial Celebration

Looking Back at a Tradition of Volunteers

Alumni Director

Tyler Larkin '03

Alumni Council, Chair

Scott MacMullan '00

against any person in admission, employment, or otherwise because of race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Severn School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and

Our Centennial Celebration is almost here so we've put together a cheat sheet with everything you need to know in preparation for the weekend.

Severn School's parent volunteers continue to support students, faculty, and administrative activities that enrich the educational process as we head into the School's second century.

Artist, Educator, Explorer The 2013 Millard Faculty Travel Grant recipient, Dan Gvozden, received a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel across the world, meet new family, and film a documentary.

COVER STORY

Celebrating the Arts at Severn The School boasts a top-notch fine and performing arts program for students from preschool through grade 12. Students choose from an array of arts, old and new, from drama to dance, drawing to digital illustration, sculpture to architecture. Read more about just a few of the projects students worked on this fall.

Secondary Schools and the Association of Independent Schools (AIMS), and is approved by the Maryland State Board of Education.

2 Correction: On page 8 in the fall 2013 Bridge, trustee Diane Sweeney's bio states that she is an attending physician. It should read "was an attending physician."

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On the cover: A.J. Gersh '15 performs solo at the Upper School Revels concert this past December. Revels is a highly anticipated concert each year, and is just one demonstration of the quality of the arts at Severn (see page 16 for feature article).

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THOUGHTS FROM THE HEADMASTER: THEN & NOW

"Use the power of choice to follow those who will lead you to success and allow you to mature in productive ways. " D O U G L A S H . L AG A R DE

iven the uncertainty and complexity that have come to define the beginning of the 21st century - unprecedented change, economic instability, political discord, and scandal in all walks of life – it is no wonder many people today feel anxious about their present and future circumstances. It is in these times of disruption that we tend to turn to time-honored institutions in which we have an abiding faith to provide the wisdom and courage to help us navigate the turbulent waters. In its 100 years, Severn has weathered many disruptive eras; perhaps none more stressful than the Great Depression. In his yearbook dedication to the class of 1933 Severn's Founder, Mr. Rolland Teel wrote: "When you began your secondary school course, people everywhere in this land were riding recklessly the crest of the wave of getting and having. Education too was riding that materialistic wave. Everything seemed to be measured in terms of money. You have now seen that giant wave break on the rocks, leaving its victims on shore or dragging them back in the undertow struggling desperately to reach calm water. Heroic attempts to rescue are being

made. How successful they will be you have yet to see. The future of the world of which you are to be an active part is difficult to forecast. But adversity will ever be a great teacher to those who survive it. As you pursue your education in college and in life, true cultural and moral values will take higher places in the scale of values, for they are acquisitions that no calamity can take from you. Education is not a means to the acquisition of material wealth, but the firm support of and the basis of greater enjoyment of the material things you acquire through intelligent, industrious effort." At the beginning of this Centennial year, we brought together, for the first time, all students from kindergarten to twelfth grade. The following are excerpts from my remarks to the students. "As you all know, Severn has been around for 100 years, and over those ten decades, the School has helped thousands of graduates grow, mature, and succeed, not only in school but, more importantly, in life as well. So as a school, Severn has gained a wisdom over its 100 years of existence that, if followed, one would succeed in school and in life. Too often we think of following in a negative sense. You hear from adults, “Don’t be a follower because you will be led down a bad path and then make poor decisions,” or, “Don’t follow others. You should stand up for yourself." The reality in life is that most of us will spend the majority of our time following – using others as models for our behavior and decision making - rather than leading, so it is very important that you exercise good judgment in deciding who to follow or for what cause you will allow yourself to be led. Do not be a thoughtless follower. Use the power of choice to follow those who will lead you to success and

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allow you to mature in productive ways. The courage to lead is equally important in establishing a foundation for future success. When you get the opportunity to lead this year, and you will, use the wisdom gained from those you’ve chosen to follow to lead successfully. Some of you might be thinking, when will I have the opportunity to lead this year? I don’t hold a position of leadership – something like being on student council or a captain of a team…. You may not have a specific title or position that comes with it leadership expectations, but leadership is not only about an appointed or elected position. Leadership is much broader and all of us, every single day, are given an opportunity to lead…leading is about having the courage to do what is right - something as simple as holding the door for another person or as difficult as standing up for a classmate who is being treated badly by one of your friends. The bottom line is that every day all of us – students and faculty follow and all of us lead regardless of what grade we are in or what position we hold at Severn." There are, and will always be, times in our lives where circumstance outside of our control challenge us, make us anxious, pluck us out of our comfort zone. But isn’t that what a good school asks kids to do every day; lean into discomfort so that they will mature and grow. “Adversity will ever be a great teacher to those who survive it.” For 100 years, Severn has provided its students with the wisdom to follow and courage to lead such that when faced with adversity they are poised to reap the lessons and not be overwhelmed by it. Go Admirals,

Doug Lagarde

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: 1914-2014

Are you ready for Centennial Weekend? Wow, we've had an amazing year so far! Severn's Centennial kicked off in September with our Convocation, where we gathered for the first time with students and faculty from

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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More details to follow with formal invitation. Look for yours in March.

kindergarten through grade 12. In October, we welcomed back hundreds of alumni for Homecoming and celebrated many "firsts" with the new Lower School. In November, we watched the fall dramatic production, Severn Steps, celebrated Founder's Day and dedicated the new Century of Service monument. Looking ahead, April 1 brings the highly anticipated Astle

FRIDAY, MAY 16 Athletic Hall of Fame Assembly 12 noon, Edward St. John Athletic Center Free

Lecture series guest speaker, Buzz Aldrin '46, and of course you won't want to miss the big Centennial Weekend...May 16-18! We can't wait to welcome you back for this historical celebration marking Severn's first 100 years!

SATURDAY, MAY 17 Alumni Lax Games 11:00 am, Lynch Field

Come back for your Reunion Year!

Free, but please register so we may have a jersey for you

If you graduated in a year ending with a 4 or 9, make plans now

Alumni Family Picnic

to return to Severn to celebrate your milestone reunion at the

11:30 to 3 pm, Joe's Field

special Centennial Alumni Weekend 2014! If you are interested in serving as your class Reunion Chair please contact Tyler Larkin at t.larkin@severnschool.com or 410.647.7701 ext 2262.

Pre-registration: $17 adults; $7 children Door: $20 per adult; $10 per child; Free for kids under 6

The "Big Party"

Celebrate in style

7:00 - 11:00 pm, Edward St. John Athletic Center

Order your special collection of limited edition Severn School

Young Alumni (Classes of 2004-2014):

Centennial commemorative items today. Whether you’re shopping

Before May 9th: $40 per adult; After May 9th: $60 per adult

for a special occasion, or just wish to mark this milestone in Severn

All other guests (adults only please):

history, we hope you like the selection of glassware, apparel, totes,

Before May 9th: $50 per adult; After May 9th: $75 per adult

and more, all featuring our 100 anniversary logo. Also, don't miss th

your chance to purchase a Severn School Centennial Vineyard Vines tote bag and tie before they’re gone! Visit severnschool.com/100 and click on the Centennial Shop link.

SUNDAY, MAY 18 Kesmodel Lindsay Alumni Brunch 10:30 am - 12 noon, Dining Hall, McCleary Student Center

Celebrating a Century: 1914-2014 - Centennial Book To commemorate its centennial, Severn School is publishing a 100+ page hardback coffee-table book documenting the school’s humble

Before May 9th: $20 per person; $25 at door

Food and drink provided; Adult beverages will be served (Please bring your Severn stories to share.)

beginnings in a Severna Park home to the modern facilities where more than 800 students attend classes today. Filled with photos, memories, stories, and anecdotes, the publication brings the past to life and gives the reader a glimpse of what life was like throughout

PLEASE REGISTER FOR ALL CENTENNIAL WEEKEND EVENTS AT WWW.SEVERNSCHOOL .COM/100

Severn’s decades. Pre-release orders will be accepted beginning in March – more information coming soon!

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COMMUNITY FOCUS

THROUGHOUT OUR CENTENNIAL YEAR we will highlight profiles of members of our community and donors who have helped make Severn what it is today. Please join all of us at Severn in thanking them for what they have provided for the School.

to try so many different things here. It was evident to us, early on, that Severn is not just about teaching the child, it’s about the whole person. Severn wants its students to learn, and be well-rounded by encouraging them to be involved and to try new things.” What makes Severn unique? “From the moment we arrived on campus we felt the friendly, warm, loving, and safe environment. We got a real sense of community here. Parents and teachers know your children and you know the faculty and staff. For us it was about giving our children the opportunity to attend a school that has a strong sense of community and Severn offers that and much more. Severn has a history of tradition and a great network of alumni local to the area. “We really see how the School focuses on the individuality of each student and helps to develop their strengths along with providing them the leadership skills to move forward inside and outside of school.”

The Perfect Fit

Jeanne and Jack Saum When Jeanne and Jack Saum, parents of Molly '17 and Paul '19, toured Severn in 2010 they instantly felt it was the ideal school for their daughter who would be in the 6th grade that year. The Bridge recently sat down with Jeanne and Jack to ask them a few questions about why they chose Severn and how the School is the “perfect fit” for their family. Why did you select Severn? “We were looking for a school that could offer smaller class sizes, had structure and set boundaries for its students.” The Saums toured other area schools but when they arrived here they “fell in love with the School.” They also liked the fact that Severn “was established in the com-

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munity, had a proven track record, and could provide the best opportunity for Molly and Paul to advance, not only in academics, but in athletics and the arts.” The fact that all options were opened to their children really appealed to them. “Molly and Paul have been given the opportunity

What are your hopes and expectations for Molly and Paul here at Severn? "We want our children to excel in everything they do, and here, at Severn, they are given that chance.” Jeanne added, "Our kids have taken risks and have made different choices, trying out for sports for example, that are paying off and those risks will continue to pay off. By taking a different path, one which they might have overlooked in the past, they will find new passions, meet new friends and will learn the importance and understand the value of teamwork, all of which will serve them now and in the future.” What impact has Severn had on Molly and Paul? “Molly and Paul’s confidence has grown so much since their time here. They want to be sought after to answer questions because they are confident they know the material.” Their peers have made an impact on Molly and Paul too. “We are so pleased that they are surrounded by other students who want to succeed and excel. We’ve come to realize that at Severn the students want to work

For information on the Severn on Course Campaign contact Danielle DeVeau Crawford, Director, Campaign & Major Gifts at d.crawford@severnschool.com or 410.647.7701 ext 2357.

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A CENTURY of

CHANGE

Severn School has undergone a total transformation over the past century. Take a look at some of the School’s physical changes.

Jeanne Saum

hard therefore they exceed expectations.” You invest your time here at the School through the APA, why? Jeanne is an active APA volunteer who became involved to meet other parents and to get an “insider” perspective of the school. “By doing what I love, taking pictures, I get to see a different side of the faculty and students. I am often in the background taking pictures so the students and teachers don’t see me, which allows me to get a true sense of how they teach and how the students respond.” Jeanne also adds, “volunteering is a great opportunity to enjoy my passion for photography as well it gives me a better appreciation for how the school operates and to see the faculty and staff work together to provide for the students.” Why have you invested in the Severn Annual Fund and the Severn on Course Campaign? “We understand that giving to the School is a necessity. We know that it helps and improves the value of future students like our youngest, Caroline, who is not yet a Severn student. In order to fulfill the vision of the School we know we must contribute.” Jack adds, “from a business point of view I know that you must invest in the strength of the facilities, which impacts the program and makes it the best place possible, for as long as possible, for a better return for students.”

TEEL HALL Taken in 1960 from the point of view of the "shacks" this is a view of Teel Hall (right side), built in 1919 and the Dining Hall (left side), built in 1920. This photo was taken six years before Teel Academic Center was built, so at this time, Teel Hall functioned as living quarters and classroom space for the boys. Teel was razed in 1984 and the McCleary Student Center stands there today.

SEVERNA PARK This photo from our archives was taken from the perspective of Teel Hall. The building stood on the far corner of Joe's Field and the Alumni Walkway. It's easy to see that Severna Park has made quite a few changes over the past 100 years.

Watch for more A CENTURY of CHANGE photos throughout the year as we share Severn’s transformation over the past 100 years.

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The 5th grade class in Severn's Lower School takes a quick picture before the truck filled with hundreds of gifts heads to Warriormine, W. Va.

Kids Who Care: Holiday Giving Program Lower School sends hundreds of wrapped gifts to children of Warriormine, W. Va. What started out as a Chesapeake Academy parent’s concern over the fate of a small West Virginia mining town has turned into a 15-year tradition of holiday giving at Severn School’s Chesapeake Campus. On December 13, volunteer drivers Ron Sams and Ken Mauck loaded up a rental truck with more

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than 260 white decorated bags filled with goodies such as markers, small toys, paints, crayons, puzzles, and more, along with hundreds of wrapped presents designated for the children of Warriormine, W. Va. and surrounding McDowell County. Families from the Lower School generously provided all of the wrapped presents, while students decorated the bags in art class or at home and filled them with special small gifts of their choice. Fifth grade students loaded the truck and sent the gifts off on the 400-plus mile drive. The program provides the gifts to a nondenominational church in the tiny povertystriken town, whose coal mines shut down years ago. According to the drivers, “Severn's Lower School plays Santa to a town that does not have Christmas without them. Families depend on these generous donations every year.”

Many of the students who have grown up with this tradition agree that there is great joy in decorating the bags, deciding what to put into them, and sharing what comes from the heart with others. “It’s wonderful that we can hold on to the traditions of our school, and be involved in a project where students can make such an impact by helping others,” commented a parent who was watching the truck being loaded up. This year’s project was organized by parents Mallory Cawlfield, Jennifer Mann and Deb Smith, along with the support of students, teachers, administrators and the APA. Other altruistic efforts this year included Call for Coats, which yielded 184 coat donations to the needy, Wounded Warrior Project donations from a free dress day, and a SPAN food drive before Thanksgiving sponsored by Student Council.

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SEVERN SCHOOL, SEVERNA PARK, MD.

JANUARY, 2014

SCHOOL NEWSPAPER CELEBRATES 85 YEARS OLDEST KNOWN EDITION OF "SEVERN ANCHOR" IS MAY 21, 1937 ISSUE 1937 Masthead Proclaims Vol. VIII Indicates 1929 as Possible First Year of Paper By Kristyn Kuhn Reporting on both school life and the world beyond campus always has been the mission of The Anchor, which is now the Upper School student voice. “Published fortnightly during the school year,” in 1937, The Anchor was ‘Devoted to the Interests of the Students of Severn School.” A yearly subscription cost $1.50 in 1937; a single issue $.15. Included in the four-page May 21, 1937 edition is the announcement that Severn's first yearbook nears publication. Sports takes up a good part of the issue, with Severn ‘swamping’ Friends School 6-1 in tennis, losing to McDonogh and Boys’ Latin in lacrosse, but ‘downing’ Swarthmore College’s junior varsity lax team 11-4. Veiled gossip abounds (“Ensey had quite a time in Washington last week. He

says ‘they’ came in with the milkman…” and “Nick, the lady killer, mentioned he wouldn’t mind escorting Severn Park’s No. 1 gal, but she’s got a date.”), along with news of the Glee Club, the Camera Club, and advertisements for Hess Shoes for $4.95 and up. Movie listings tout the day’s hits – students could take in Café Metropole starring matinee idol Tyrone Power and Loretta Young. Over the years The Anchor has taken many shapes and forms while remaining the student paper of record. Sizes have varied from a large 17.5 x 12.5 tabloid size, to small booklet editions. The publication has been printed on glossy paper, traditional newsprint, and bound as matte paper books. Severn’s journalism teacher, Mr. Richard Zmuda, made the move to an online version of the student paper in 2010, under the editorship of Maddy Berg '11 and Sarah Bouchard '11. Produced as part of Mr. Zmuda’s class for neigh these past 13 years, The Anchor is now back to being the production of an Upper School club. “This year, being the centennial year, the Newspaper Club really wants to change the way people look at the school newspaper,

along with the content and design,” reports club president and Anchor co-editor Austin Anderson '14. “Before, The Anchor was tucked away on the Severn website where it was hard to get to and honestly a little bit bland. This year we have completely transformed the format of The Anchor hoping to catch your eye and draw more attention to student news. Co-editors Ben Simpson '14 and Susan Morrell '14 and I have decided we will send weekly reminders to students to read exciting stories about athletes, musical performances, and fun pictures from recent events; the weekly Binnacle for students.”

To the right is the May 21, 1937 edition of the Severn Anchor. This paper and many others from the past reside in the archives. See the sidebar below for what other treasures can be found in the archives.

WHAT'S IN THE ARCHIVES? The archives house letters, clothing, athletic awards, and photos galore. Here are just a few we thought you'd enjoy:

You won't find much athletic memorabilia in the archives; however, we were lucky to find this retro athletic bumper sticker.

You will find hundreds of applications for admission to Severn. Pictured above is a 1918 document.

One of Mr. Teel's top hats. Along with a few other hats, you'll find other clothing including an old cheerleading uniform.

Hundreds of letters to Mr. Teel about all sorts of issues and requests. The main topic? Concerned parents asking for an update on their boys.

50 years ago Severn lacked many necessary facilities, including a gymnasium. This is the campaign brochure for Memorial Gym, built in 1963. Winter 2014

(L-R) Stephanie Bedard, Cynthia Miller, Rebecca Fieni, Jeanne Saum, Claudia Boldyga, Elizabeth Rosborg, Melody Lefebvre, Michelle Garske, Kathleen McCoun, Janelle Humes. Photo taken of parent volunteers at Grandfriends' Day 2013.

Looking back at a tradition of volunteers

BY MELISSA OUTLAND, VOLUNTEER LIASION

Severn School's parent volunteers continue to support students, faculty, and administrative activities that enrich the educational process as we head into the School's second century.

uring this Centennial year, the APA (Admirals Parents’ Association) continues the tradition of providing volunteer and financial support to enrich the Severn School experience. This historic year provides an opportunity to reflect upon the volunteer contributions made by so many over the course of the APA’s history. Convocation provided the first event in Severn’s history where parent volunteers from two campuses representing preschool through grade 12, could join forces. As part of the Centennial celebra-

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tion kick-off, parents distributed over 800 cupcakes to Severn School faculty, staff and students. The merge with Chesapeake Academy has also added new APA traditions to the Severn School calendar. The Lower School Fall Festival on October 26 brought volunteers together to help with games, face painting, baking, and more. The Admiral’s Collection joined in the festivities by selling spirit wear during the event. In November, the hospitality committee provided boxed lunches and the APA gave faculty and staff canvas tote bags in appreciation of their efforts. To help usher in the

holiday spirit, Greens Workshop volunteers gathered in December to make over 160 arrangements to give to every faculty and staff member. The committee also provided fresh decorated wreaths for both campuses. Volunteers have logged in over 1,000 hours every year in order to staff the school store, the Admiral’s Collection, and help in the library. In the Edward St. John Athletic Center, Galley volunteers continue to serve up fresh hot food and sell snacks during home athletic events. In addition, the Galley is now open for several special events such as the December MCA Severn chess tournament. The Chesapeake Campus volunteers run the Lower School’s hot lunch program. From these recurring volunteer opportunities alone, the APA boasts countless hours of volunteer service to the School this year. Volunteer hours are only a part of the support the Severn School community receives from the APA. If you read the weekly Binnacle or review Severn School’s annual calendar of events, there are many events and activities

Traditions through the years Severn mom, Jill Nicholas shows off a hand-decorated Severn School ornament while selling them at a school event. Just one of the many contributions by parents of the APA.

that benefit from the APA’s support. This year, the APA has purchased the Upper and Middle School art department a Pugmill which recycles clay. The Upper School art department has new Pentax cameras and a print drying rack for the photography courses. The Upper School chemistry students have use of a new Flinn Scientific Spectrophotometer, Lab Manual, and software in addition to seven new Flinn electronic balances. The Lower School APA had such a successful October book fair, that they now have the opportunity to acquire many of their “wish list” items from the Scholastic catalog. In October, the athletic committee hosted their annual Admiral's Cup Golf Outing. It was again the first event in Severn’s history where parents, alumni and friends of both campuses could come together in support of Severn School while enjoying a friendly round of golf at Queenstown Golf Course. Through the efforts of parent volunteers, faculty wish lists have been fulfilled and Severn School has been able to improve the physical plant our students enjoy today. The McCleary Student Center, Creeden Hall and the Edward St. John Athletic Center all benefited from APA support. Many thanks to all of the parents throughout the years who have shared their time, energy and talents as a Severn School volunteer. Your efforts to enhance the Severn School experience, its facilities and its programs over the past century have allowed Severn School to not only thrive but to continually improve for each generation of students.

We need your help! We have a limited amount of archives on Severn's parent volunteers. In scanning the yearbooks, the first reference to the Mother’s Club is found in 1972. Can you help us fill in the blanks? Do you have photos or a memory to share? Contact Volunteer Liaison, Melissa Outland at m.outland@severnschool.com.

Take a look at just a few of the traditions started by our parent's association that continue today.

1. GRADUATION ROSE Cheryl Ritchie '74 casually mentioned to her mother the idea of girl's carrying roses at graduation, a tradition at her good friend's school. Little did she know her mother would go out and purchase roses for every female student for graduation.

2. GREENS WORKSHOP Parents have gathered for the annual Greens Workshop for over 35 years.

3. ANNUAL GIVING Through the years the Parent's Association has established a culture of giving to the School. Through several fundraisers the APA is able to support campaigns and the Severn Annual Fund each year.

4. ADMIRAL'S AFTER HOURS The parents are committed to building a sense of community and do so through annual "After Hours" social events for Upper School students, in a safe, supervised environment.

5. HOMECOMING From decorating the campus, staffing the Galley and assembling corsages, the Homecoming committee has always been a huge help in making sure the event is a success.

6. PARENT AMBASSADORS Parent ambassadors connect with new families at the beginning of the year to answer questions, share Severn traditions, and welcome them to the Severn community.

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Artist, Educator, Explorer Dan Gvozden receives a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel across the world, meet new family, and film a documentary. By Lauren Kirchenheiter, Communications Intern

eacher, artist, and the 2013 Millard Faculty Travel Grant recipient, Dan Gvozden is a well-recognized individual throughout the Severn community. Gvozden has been with Severn for five years now. With his focus in the Fine Arts department, specifically digital and print media, he teaches a wide range of courses covering everything from film to photography to graphic design. “I feel that each of my different classes requires a vastly different approach, but I generally believe in empowering students with the responsibility and tools necessary to accomplish a task,” Gvozden says. “I enjoy connecting the work students are doing with how it might apply to their constantly changing and updating digital lives.” This same enthusiasm is evident in Gvozden’s work as an artist. “I've been interested in film as long as I can remember,” he says. “I can clearly remember how much of my childhood was spent deconstructing the Star Wars films, my first true loves. I would buy every magazine and pour over every article that I could get my hands on about how scenes were constructed, costumes

Dan photographs himself before he boards a ferry up the Bosphorus River, Istanbul, to arrive in Asia.

Established in 1997, the Millard Faculty Travel Grant provides professional development for Severn faculty members. The grants are awarded to those applicants that either contribute significantly to a faculty member’s professional growth in his/her areas of service to the school, or contribute to the development of the curriculum and programs of the school. Typically two grants, each ranging from $3,000 to $4,000, are awarded each year. To date, the Grant has been awarded to over 30 faculty members. The School is grateful to Steve Millard '51.

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(Clockwise from top) Dan stands in Kalemegdan Park, Belgrade, on the shores of the Danube River. Dan poses with his father's cousin, Lili, from a mountain range in Serbia. A rural farming house overlooks a Serbian mountain range. Dan joins his Serbian family for a babtism in the city of Valjevo.

were designed, scripts were written, actors were directed, and special effects were created.” This interest has carried him well into a successful artistic career. One work in particular stands out in his mind; “In 2005, I joined the Severna Park community in the creation of a Public Service Announcement (PSA) addressing the growing concerns about teen suicide in the area. I wrote, directed, shot, and edited a film called the Empty Seat PSA with the help of over 400 volunteers and extras. The piece has gone on to become the #1 PSA on YouTube and remains my most emotionally effective piece I've ever created.” As a passionate teacher and artist, Gvozden was elated when informed his application for the Millard Grant was under strong consideration. In applying for the grant, he had to choose and plan a project he believed would help him further explore his interests so that he may acquire new-found knowledge and experience to share with his students. “In my application I presented my idea about traveling to Serbia to meet and connect with my family while exploring the Serbian youth art

Watch Dan's documentary on YouTube: TRIP TO SERBIA

"There is nothing quite like meeting new family and feeling their unwavering love for you, even in our minimal time together.” culture,” he explains. “I planned on shooting a documentary on my trip and the people I met in a country that most wouldn't think to visit.” His inspiring ideas and hard work paid off; the following summer he was halfway around the world, new production gear and DSLR camera in hand. “I forced myself to use a brand new camera and editing suite to construct my documentary,” Gvozden says. “These tools are the ones that my students have been using and I feel that with the additional practice time the trip provided me I have been able to adjust my course to assist those students who are using different resources than the ones I've provided.” In addition to filming his documentary, Gvozden was afforded the opportunity to connect with distant relatives. “It would be absolutely accurate to say that my experience in Serbia was a life-changing experience that will inform my professional, artistic, and family life going forward. There is nothing quite like meeting new family and feeling their unwavering love for you, even in our minimal time together,” Gvozden confides. “Just spending time with them was the highlight of the trip and something that I will never forget.”

However, Gvozden’s trip did not end in Siberia. “After Serbia I explored Italy, Turkey, Slovenia, Switzerland, and Vatican City,” he explains. “I had a loose plan on what I would see and do, but having the freedom to react to whatever elements or situations I found myself in was truly freeing and exciting. One night I enjoyed an orchestra in Florence's Piazza della Signoria and the next night I was celebrating Ramadan in a mosque in Istanbul after an intense Turkish bath. As an artist, these are experiences that will enrich my work in ways that I cannot begin to understand now.” And enrichment is really what the Millard Grant is all about. With these new and incredible experiences to draw from, Gvozden is able to apply this real-world knowledge in his classroom. “One of the things I learned from traveling to Serbia is about how their education system works,” he shares. “Their program provides so many difficulties for the students that leave them at a severe disadvantage. Students without proper resources are left to struggle for themselves and aren't given much support to work their way out of their educational adversity. This has helped me to diversify my teaching to take into account the resources that different students have to complete their assignments in my class.”

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Fall Sports Update The Severn Admirals finished a great fall season against some fierce competitors. Below are the coach's recaps for each team. The VARSITY FOOTBALL team finished the season with four wins and five losses. Wins over cross town rivals AACS and Palotti were exciting for the boys. They also had a nice win against. St. Albans from the very strong Virginia Independent conference. The highlight win was a big Homecoming win against conference opponent John Carroll 33-10. In that game, senior quarterback Jack Munroe was 14-15 passing and threw for 3 touchdowns. Jarid Ryan ’14 sealed the game with a 50 yard touchdown run after catch followed immediately by a game ending interception. Severn nearly pulled off the upset of the year with a close 10-6 loss to eventual conference Champion St. Pauls.

Three players, Jarid

Ryan ’14, Brian DeStefano ’14 and Braden Nelligan ’14 earned All-Conference honors, with Ryan also earning All-County and AllMet recognition. The future looks bright for the Admirals. Coach: Christopher Kirchenheiter; Assistant Coaches: John Bodley, Nick Dewind, Richard Hagen, Larry Ingram and Pat Morrison Both the BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY teams competed well in their respective conferences and virtually every runner who entered the championship meet at Oregon Ridge Park set a personal record for themselves. A clear highlight of the year was the participation by the team in the Baltimore half marathon. Severn remains the only high school in the state of Maryland to complete the half marathon as a team. This

work, non-stop personal bests, and a remark-

VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY included 11 re-

able team chemistry that truly makes Severn

turning seniors, which allowed the team to

cross country unique. Coach: Richard Zmuda;

play "the best passing game in the league.”

Assistant Coaches: Kristin Blanck, Tyler Larkin

Leading the team with words and deeds

'03 and Amy Luca

were captains Kasie Lilly ‘14 and Courtney

The GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS team includ-

Rainey ‘14.

ed one senior, two juniors, one sophomore

‘15 were selected as conference All-Star’s

and four freshmen – a very young team. With

by the IAAM, giving Severn two repre-

support from our returning players the team

sentatives for the first time in the past four

finished the regular season with a record of

years. Coaches: Betz Wild and Jesse Larson;

6-3. The IAAM Championships went very

Assistant Coach: Stephanie Thomson

well, with the team placing second overall

Severn's GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER team

after notable wins against Roland Park and

finished second in the division with an 11-9

McDonogh.

Both Addie Hinton ‘16 and

record, and made it to the semifinals of the

Priya Lakhanpal ‘17 made the IAAM All-Star

competitive IAAM A conference. With a new

team which recognizes them as a top twelve

coach the players and team progressed this

player in the league. The team is looking for-

year learning a new style of play. The team

ward to another successful season next year.

had great balance of leadership and chemis-

Coach: Cathy Officer

try, and set the standard for future seasons.

Courtney and Regan Leavitt

Coach: Albert Oni; Assistant Coach: Carlos Castaneda The BOYS VARSITY SOCCER team began their season back in August with optimism and confidence. After great success in our inter-league play, the Admirals went on a tremendous unbeaten streak for a total of 13 games. The team finished the season with an outstanding record of 14-3-2 and clinched 1st place in the conference. During this time, the Admirals remained the keeper of the Chesapeake Boot trophy. Zac Davliakos ’14 and Andre LaVigne ’14 were selected as members of both the first team All-County and All-Conference. Graham Davis ’14 was recognized as a three-time All-MIAA conference player. Additionally, Jonathan Garske ’15 and goalkeeper Zach Domenech ’14 were named as All-County second-team players. Coach: Michael McCarthy; Assistant Coach: Christopher Howes

past season was measured by incredible hard

Jonathan Garske '15

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Priya Lakhanpal '17 Dana Johnson '14

Julian Bartholomee '15 Matthew Rosborg '14

Cierra Kopecky '15

Calling All Spectators The winter season brings plenty of competition and athleticism for Severn Admiral fans - boys and girls basketball, swimming and wrestling are in action until the end of February. Check out the winter schedule online at www.severnschool.com/athletics.

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Severn Steps A tribute to Severn's Centennial

(Clockwise from top) Severn students portrayed scenes from Severn's past; Elizabeth Smith '15 and A.J. Gersh '15 portray Mr. and Mrs. Teel; John Norton '72 with senior class photo; Guest artist and alumnus, John Royen '73, played live jazz music during the show; Kain Domenech '19 with photo of grandfather Julian Domenech; Stephen Duncan '16

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CHORAL AND STRING PROGRAM

THE UPPER SCHOOL CHORAL AND STRING PROGRAM

pairs student singers and string instrumentalists

with Severn faculty and professional area musicians. The purpose of this approach is twofold. The inclusion of adult musicians allows us to increase the size of our ensembles and filling the areas where the student numbers may not be adequate. Orchestras and choruses need more than just numbers of participants, those participants must have certain skills. Side-by-Side allows a fledgling singer or instrumentalist the opportunity to work directly with an experienced adult mentor within his or her own section. Learning is increased dramatically, and even the most inexperienced singer or instrumentalist experiences the satisfaction of successfully taking part in the live re-creation of a beautiful, mature work of art. - GREG BULLEN | CHAIR, UPPER SCHOOL ARTS DEPARTMENT

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(To the right) The 8th grade performance of "The Little Mermaid" in the spring 2013.

(To the left) Renaissance artist, Matthew Hoyt '21, shows off his clay box. (R) Clay clock inspired by Spanish painter Salvador Dali.

RENAISSANCE ART

LOWER SCHOOL RENAISSANCE ART students worked in clay

IN CERAMICS I , the first extensive

for the fall semester. They reviewed many important techniques used in hand building such as slab, coil, and pinch. The strange landscape painting “The Perspective of Memory,” by Spanish painter Salvador Dali, inspired wonderful clay clocks in advanced art. It’s not an accident the clocks are all showing a different time just like the watches in the painting. The clay clocks reflect the time each student was born! Clay boxes were constructed from slabs and covered with landscape in bass relief.

project is creating a hand-built teapot. The students examine teapots from ceramic art history and learn about how teapots combine artistic form and practical function. Then they set off designing and making their own teapots as they master hand-building skills through coil, slab, and pinch techniques. This year the objective was to design teapots to show our favorite places.

- JONNIE FRIEDMAN PRESCHOOL - GRADE 5 ART

RENAISSANCE PHOTOGRAPHY allows select 4th and 5th grade

students the opportunity to learn the art of photography and editing. In the Spring, the class will focus on producing the yearbook. - MAURA PARISI RENAISSANCE PHOTOGRAPHY TEACHER

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- KOURTNEY STONE UPPER SCHOOL 3-D ART

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8 TH GRADE PERFORMING ARTS

THE 8 th GRADE PERFORMING ARTS class meets daily for

THE MEMORY PROJECT is a unique initiative that began in

three quarters culminating in a two act musical production. This year, the production will be "Tarzan: the Stage Musical" based on the Disney film, music and lyrics by Phil Collins, book by David Henry Hwang. A set design class meets third quarter in order to help Ms. Katie Leonard, our Middle School art teacher, design and construct a set onstage. Students in the class act, sing, dance, and help with stage make-up and costumes. They also are involved with the lights and tech. Some students perform in the pit with music. The production is Thursday, April 4, 2014, at 7 pm in Price Auditorium, following the Middle School "Meet the Artist" reception. Everyone is invited!

2004 in which art students in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia create portraits for children and teens around the world who have been neglected, orphaned, or disadvantaged. Given that kids in such situations tend to have few personal keepsakes, the aim is to provide them with special memories that capture a piece of their childhood. For the past four years Severn Upper School students have participated in the Memory Project, creating at least a dozen portraits each year (22 portraits this year). It is important to note that not all of the participating students are art students or even enrolled in visual arts courses.

- CATHY CARPER CHAIR, MIDDLE SCHOOL FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT

- MARY ELLEN CARSLEY UPPER SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS

THE MEMORY PROJECT

This is just a small glimpse into the Fine and Performing Arts program at Severn. Please visit: www.severnschool.com/arts for more information on the program and for the spring concerts and gallery exhibit schedule.

(L) Callie Burns '14 displays finished 2014 portrait of girl shown onWinter the right.

Lower School students prepare backstage for their onstage debut in The Monster's Ball.

THROUGH OUR LENS Our photographs tell the Severn story in a way that no words ever could. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why you can always expect to find someone donned with a camera at school events, athletic games, musicals, awards ceremonies, alumni gatherings, and more. Here we show you all the wonderful things happening every day at Severn. 20

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GRANDFRIENDS' DAY

Upper and Middle School grandparents were invited to spend the day at Severn.

(L-R) 1. Chris Megargee and Jared Reilly ’19 / 2. Charles Silk and Nicholas Russell ’16 / 3. Patrick Wong ’17 and Nancy Schultze / 4. Vivian Mack-Boston and McKaila Burton ’16 / 5. Kate Kistler ’20 and Jean Kistler / 6. Susan Carroll, Elizabeth Carroll ’14 and Paul Carroll / 7. Edie Gersh, Mallory Gersh '19 and Nadia Lebedeff / Winter 2014 21 8. Joan Walsh and Brendan Murphy ’20 / 9. Jen Sykes, Ian Sykes ’20, Julie Colburn and Carol Sykes / 10. Clarence Taylor and Timmy Dennin ’16

FALL FESTIVITIES The Lower School hosted a fall festival and enjoyed a Halloween costume parade!

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( L-R) 1. Brady Hilliard '25 / Tara Adair and Vanessa Cranford / Isla Crawford '27 / Lydia Saunders '26 / Class of 2021 classmates, Edward Feidelberg, Emma Lavis, Michael Hesford and Fuller Clement / Karen Bennett and Heather Mayers / Preschool teacher, Jean Zemo / Kerrin Jones '26 / Ivori Taliferro '21, Caitlyn Given '23 and Nimrah Kashif '23 / Jude Malas '25

MIDDLE SCHOOL WINTER CONCERT

The Middle School dance, band, and choral groups displayed their talent in the winter concert.

1. Will Klepper '20 / 2. The Middle School chorus and band / 3. Janae Roy '18, Saylor Willauer '18, Paige Perchinsky '20, Sarah Sacker '20, Hillary Hardig '20 / 4. Middle School dancers / 5. Devon Beagan '18 and Burt Gesner '18 / Marcus Adam '19 / 6. Victoria Decker '18 / 7. The talented vocalists of the Middle School chorus Winter 2014

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Happy New Year from the Alumni Council A fter a century of excellence it has never been more advantageous to be a graduate of Severn School. With the addition of the Lower School, the introduction of iPads, Stine Outdoor Education Center, and so many more initiatives, Severn is improving and growing by leaps and bounds. The Severn School Alumni Council has also been hard at work this year to help “unite the clans” of Severn graduates. We are planning community service and alumni networking events, and are opening meetings to the alumni population. Whether it be in-person, via phone or video Skype, all Severn alumni deserve the opportunity to stay in touch and offer ideas. It was amazing to see so many alumni at our networking event at the Annapolis Yacht Club in November. It was an honor to have Distinguished Alumni The Honorable Richard D. Bennett '65 and Tom Peters '60 in attendance. I want to take this opportunity to introduce you to the current, hardworking Alumni Council, and to thank them for their efforts thus far: Matthew Evans '87, Kimberly Selby Gauthier '88, Robert Graw '85, Ashley McCarl Harrison '05, Whitney Hopkins Kerridge '88, John Leimkuhler '59, and Rebecca Price '06. The New Year is the perfect time to get back in touch with your family, friends and classmates. We hope you can come back to campus for The "Big Party” and celebrate 100 years of Severn during Centennial Weekend (see page 3). You can find more information about the “Big Party” and other Centennial events at www.severnschool.com/100. We hope you contact any of the Alumni Association members to find out how you can get involved with the School. You can also contact me at scott@macmullanlaw.com or Director of Alumni Relations, Tyler Larkin '03, at t.larkin@severnschool.com. We hope to see you at Centennial Weekend. 100 years has never looked this good! Warm regards, Scott Warner MacMullan '00

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Are you a Severn Legacy? We're proud of the many families with generations of Severn graduates. In the spring issue of The Bridge, we will print the photos we receive of Severn legacy families. Families with alumni grandparents, parents, recent graduates, and current students are welcome to show off your Severn pride and send in a group photo. This a long-standing tradition so don't miss your chance! Please submit a high-quality JPG group photo by April 1, 2014 to info@severnschool.com, or contact us with any questions.

UPCOMING ALUMNI RECEPTIONS

SAVE THE DATE!

WASHINGTON, DC RECEPTION The University Club of Washington, DC February 20th at 6:30 pm

NEW YORK CITY RECEPTION Location TBD, March 27th at 6:30 pm

Please register online at www.severnschool.com

5th Annual Severn vs. St. Mary's Alumni Lacrosse Challenge St. Mary's hosted the 5th annual Alumni Lacrosse Challenge on Black Friday, November 29. Proceeds from the game support Severn's Annual Fund.

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Leigh Wagner '09, Kathleen Dowd '09, Headmaster Lagarde, Christie Djordevic '09 Richard Wicker, Tara Frame '87, Michele Frame Miller '80, Todd Miller, Morton Lapides '85 Katherine Hoffman Brown '81, Mimi Brown '08, Michele Manis '08, Stacey Hendricks Manis '81 Sara Morgan Watters '06, J.P. Kokkinos '06, Steve Maconi, Mack Gilmore '06, Becky Price '06 Chase Sutton '06, Tyler Larkin '03 Lise Charlier, Fran Wright '60, Maureen Wright, Bea Fuller, David Butler '81, Margaret Butler

More than 100 alumni, faculty and friends attended the Annapolis area alumni reception at the ANNAPOLIS YACHT CLUB on November 7. Check our upcoming events schedule for the alumni receptions in your area.

ANNAPOLIS AREA

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Rolland M. Teel Distinguished Alumni Award honors Severn Veterans O

Headmaster Doug Lagarde presents Bill Zimmerman '67 with the 2013 Rolland M. Teel Distinguished Alumni award on behalf of the 1,500 Severn alumni who have served our country.

n Friday, November 8, Severn School celebrated grandfriends' day and honored its founder, veterans and Distinguished Alumni. Faculty, grandparents, Upper and Middle School students, and other guests gathered in the Edward St. John Athletic Center for a special assembly. In celebration of the School's 100th year, the 2013 Rolland M. Teel Distinguished Alumni award was presented to the over 1,500 alumni who have served our country. Two of Severn's Rolland M. Teel Distinguished Alumni, CDR Robert B. Pirie Jr. '50 and RADM Edward K. Walker Jr. '50, regaled the audience with some of their own memories of school founder, Mr. Teel. Tom Peters '60, federal judge Richard Bennett '65, and Rear Admiral Joe Stewart '60, former head of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy attended the assembly and dedication. The Upper School Instrumental Ensemble honored veterans with a rousing armed services medley - playing the theme songs from

each of the services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; while those assembled stand in honor of a family member who served. Immediately following the assembly, the new Century of Service monument adjacent to the Alumni Walkway flagpole, was dedicated. The monument celebrates Severn's centennial and remembers and pays tribute to the more than 1,500 Severn alumni who bravely and selflessly served in defense of our country. The Rolland M. Teel Distinguished Alumni Award was created by the Severn School Alumni Association to distinguish those Severn graduates who make significant and meaningful contributions to society. Jointly sponsored by the Board of Trustees and the Severn School Alumni Association, this is the highest honor the School can bestow and recognizes those alumni who have demonstrated outstanding service to humanity, service to community, professional achievement, and/or service to Severn School.

Century of Service monument dedicated

(Left; L-R) Molly Moore Green '83, Doug Lagarde, Tom Peters '60, Robin Pirie '50, Joe Stewart '60, Richard Bennett '65 and Bill Zimmerman '67 participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. (Above) Designers from Campion Hruby Landscape Architects, Kevin Campion and Jordan Crabtree, stand before the monument.

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Andrew '91 and Amy Stehl Bauer '90 Andrew '91 and Amy Stehl Bauer '90 sat down with us to share what Severn means to them. Severn is grateful to be part of what the Bauer family loves.

Andrew Bauer ’91 and Amy Stehl ’90 knew each other at Severn, but not well. They met downtown over Thanksgiving, at the Severn unofficial gatherings, in the late 90’s, a few years after graduating from college. Then they started running into each other on a regular basis. After a few years of dating they married and joined the group that we call “alum married to alum.” As of today, we have 50 couples in this category, and the group grows every year. Andrew and Amy Stehl Bauer have now moved back to the Severna Park area. They live with their son Tref, age 4, near Severn and are on campus often for games and events.

Many of their friends are Severn graduates and Andrew’s siblings, Greg '00 and Kristen Bauer Zaks '93, also attended Severn. Andrew was the Alumni Association Chair for the 2006 – 2007 year. Andrew’s mom Fran taught biology at Severn, and the Foucault pendulum in Creeden Hall is named in her memory. Severn School is entwined with their family and is their community. Because Severn has been such a big part of both of their lives, they have named Severn as a beneficiary in their will and are members of the Severn 1914 Society. Andrew and Amy are also regular supporters to the Severn Annual Fund, monthly

in fact, with a recurring automatic deduction that is charged to their credit card. When asked why, they both lit up. “It is so easy,” they replied. “It is convenient and we don’t have to think about it.” Automatic deduction is how they have set up most of their bills and gifts to the organizations that they support. Giving back is a lesson they each learned from their parents, and an important part of their lives. They are working on passing that lesson on to their son and trying to teach him by example in little and big ways. Andrew and Amy stressed that, it is important to lead by example and to support what you love.

TALK WITH US TODAY ABOUT BECOMING A MEMBER OUR OFFICIAL NAME: Severn School, Inc. OUR ADDRESS: 201 Water Street, Severna Park, MD 21146 OUR ORGANIZATION: Registered as a charitable organization in the State of Maryland Please contact Severn’s Director of Annual and Planned Giving, Mary Kernan Salsich, and find out how you can include Severn in your will and the other giving opportunities available.

OUR IRS STATUS: 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization Federal ID # 52-059-1466

410.647.7701 ext 2261 or m.salsich@severnschool.com

OUR TAX STATUS: Gifts and bequests are deductible from income tax and estate tax to the full extent of the law.

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IN MEMORIAM ALUMNI

FRIENDS & FAMILY

1929

Edwin “Ed” Albers Grandfather of Eddie Albers '16 and Kennedy Albers '18

Edwin "Ed" Shuffle, Jr. August 15, 2013 (see obituary on page 28)

Helen Braun Founder and former teacher, Chesapeake Academy

1940 Clarence MacEwan, Jr. February 22, 2012 (see obituary on page 29)

1947 Floyd Holloway, Jr. June 24, 2013 (see obituary on page 29)

1951 James “Jim” Love September 27, 2013

1960 Stephen “Steve” Mackowiak February 10, 2013 (see obituary on page 30)

Susan Davis Mother of Glenn Davis '96 Romaine Grubb Grandmother of Alex Jackson '06 and mother of faculty member, Susan Jackson Bert Jabin Father in-law of Robin Ricks Jabin, father of Rodrick Jabin '78, grandfather of Katelyn Jabin '09, Roddy Jabin '06, John Macey ’98 and Robyn Macey '01 John Scott Father of Emily Rohrbach '91 and former faculty member, Geoffrey Rohrbach

1968

George Shenk , Jr. Father of Timothy Shenk '03 and sibling of Steve Shenk '74 and Janet Shenk Dee '75

G. “Bruce” Yingling May 18, 2013 (see obituary on page 30)

Doris E. Sulerzyski Grandmother of Brooke Sulerzyski '12

class notes 1929 Edwin “Ed” Shuffle, Jr., 103, a long-time resident of Charleston, W. Va., died on August 15, 2013 at CAMC Hospital in Charleston after a sudden cardiac event. The son of Edwin and Maude Hovermale Shuffle, he was born April 9, 1910 in Washington, D.C. He married in 1943, and was preceded in death in 1978 by his wife of 35 years, Charleston native, Laura Virginia Bobbitt Shuffle.

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"Shuff," as he was known to all his many friends, graduated from Central High School in Washington D.C. and the Severn School before attending the U.S. Naval Academy. After two years in the Navy as a midshipman, he attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, earning a B.S. in chemical engineering. Having previously spent approximately two years working with the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, he then joined E.I. DuPont de Nemours at the Belle, W. Va. plant in 1937, where he worked as an engineer and manag-

er for 38 years before retiring. Shuff, with his wife, Ginny, raised three sons through the Charleston school system, participating with them in many school, church, scouting and camping (he himself had attained the scouting rank of Eagle Scout), swimming, tennis, basketball and golf activities. He also enjoyed visiting relatives and friends, primarily from Virginia to Massachusetts, plus vacationing and fishing for countless summers at beaches along the Atlantic coast. His other main interests included gardening, club badminton,

class notes playing bridge, dancing, attending West Virginia Symphony concerts, and rooting for his favorite sports teams. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Rotary Club and Edgewood Country Club, as well as a past Treasurer of the Kanawha Valley Youth Orchestra. He also continued to be active with the Boy Scouts.

1940

Send notes to: Tyler Larkin '03 t.larkin@severnschool.com Clarence Leon MacEwan, Jr., "Mac", passed away on February 22, 2012 at the age of 91. Mac was born on October 13, 1920, in Philadelphia. He lived in Seattle for 11 years before his death. He is survived by his daughters Bonnie MacEwan, Pam MacEwan, and Karen MacEwan, and his grandchildren, Megan and Owen Burbank and Wiley Harkens. Mac was a retired lieutenant commander in the US Navy. He graduated from the US Naval Academy, class of 1945. He served in World War II, seeing action at Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and other engagements.

1944

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Karl “Chris” Christoph radmx@msn.com

missed the last issue or so. I will try to do better in the future. As many of you know this is Severn's Centennial year. The various events that have gone on during the current school year will culminate with "The Big Party" on May 17. It will be included in the weekend of May 16-18 with other Alumni Weekend type of events. "The Big Party" will be in Edward St. John Athletic Center and include inspired repast, open bar and live music. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend and bring stories and photos to share. My wife, Mary Catherine, and I anticipate attending. It will be our 66th reunion year. Please join us. I hope this finds everyone enjoying life as octogenarians (or there about). Take good care. Warmly, Bill (Skin)"

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1949

John Leimkuhler says, "Plan on celebrating the class of 1959's 55th and Severn's 100th on May 1618. We will be in touch with information but in the meantime, contact Monty Baker (email: capmity@aol.com or phone: 410-829-8191) or John Leimkuhler (email: jwleimkuhler@verizon.net or phone: 410-296-0235.) Over the holidays a group of Severn families were able to get together to enjoy some food and drinks including the Baker’s, Roesler’s, Masterson’s, Norris’s, Dawson’s, Trumpy’s, Purdy’s and Pearson’s.

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Tyler Larkin '03 t.larkin@severnschool.com

1952

Send notes to: Nick Goldsborough ngoldsborough2@verizon.net

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Jack Kelly jmkell33@verizon.net

Bruce Hawtin shares, "See you all in 2014 for our 60th and Severn's 100th!"

1958

Send notes to: John Eller johnceller@aol.com

1959

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: John Leimkuhler jwleimkuhler@verizon.net

1947

Send notes to: Buzz Hall blairhall@aol.com Floyd Holloway, Jr., Commander, 84, of Venice, Fla., died on June 24, 2013. Born in Yorktown, Va., son of Floyd and Jennie Holloway. Floyd graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1951 with a bachelor of science in engineering. Floyd was a formidable collegiate athlete competing in football, wrestling and lacrosse. Upon graduation he entered the submarine service and commanded a number of boats. He retired as a Commander in 1973 from his final duty station in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Floyd worked in the maritime industry in Tidewater, Va. after his naval career. An avid tennis player, he played frequently with friends in Venice until months before his passing. Floyd gave generously to charities including those overseeing the poor. He is survived by his two sons, Charles and Franklin and his granddaughter Emma. He is predeceased by his second wife Helen Holloway.

1948

Send notes to: Bill Fisher wgf50929@yahoo.com Bill Fisher says "Happy New Year to all. Sorry I

Box Kite to Bali: The Last Great Adventure of a U.S. Navy Pilot By George Thackray Weems '38 George, known as "Bee," was in the class of 1938 at Severn. He attended the US Naval Academy and was the regimental commander of the USNA's Class of 1942. Bee, a Navy test pilot, took a small plane from England to Australia in 1950. He brought along his father, the eminent navigator Captain P.V.H. Weems, and two other men. The story is an amazing memoir of flying a plywood-andcanvas plane around the world on the eve of the Cold War. Bee was killed in a plane crash in 1951, just after he wrote the story. The manuscript was kept in a trunk for 60 years, but was recently discovered, edited, and published in this book along with many of the amazing photos, letters, and other materials from his journey. Order the book on Amazon.com or purchase from local bookstores in Annapolis.

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Reunion Chairs Needed for Alumni Weekend 2014!

Stephen “Steve” Mackowiak, 70, of Sherwood Forest, died February 10, 2013 after a long illness. He had worked as a project manager for the Airline Pilots Association, ARINC, Northrop Grumman, and several other companies. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Rose Gentry Mackowiak; two children, Stephen Haden Mackowiak and Janet Margaret Luksik; a nephew, Richard Pippin; two great nieces, Katie and Emma Rose; five grandchildren, Haden Joseph Luksik, Kirsten Mackowiak, Haden James Mackowiak, Brady Luksik and Rowan Luksik; four sisters, Barbara Harps, Janet Tapon, Susan Anderson and Grace Nalosky; and a brother, Philip Mackowiak.

1962

Send notes to: Robert Kesmodel rkesmodel@gmail.com

1964

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Tyler Larkin '03 t.larkin@severnschool.com

1965

Send notes to: Sandy Clark sandyclark@yahoo.com

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1966

Send notes to: Richard Templeton templetonrk@gmail.com

1968

Send notes to: Shannon McDowell shannonmcdowell2006@comcast.net G. “Bruce” Yingling of Okatie, SC passed away on May 18, 2013. He was born in Baltimore on November 2, 1950 to Mr. and Mrs. Harry and Laura Logue Yingling. Bruce received his education from Westminster College in Westminster, Pa. He was the founder of the Island Visitors Center in Bluffton, SC. He was an active member of The Church of the Cross in Bluffton where he served as a Stephen Minister and on the prayer team. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; daughter Brandy (Stacey); mother, Laura; and brother, Douglas.

1969

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Nick Codd nickcodd@verizon.net

1972

John Norton is excited to share the success of his son, Scott and his company, Sir Kensington’s. He has produced several all-natural ketchup and mayonaise products. You can find the products in many national chain stores and online at: www.sirkensingtons.com.

1973

Send notes to: Bona Hurst Ellis rellis@msn.com Tom Kiefer is working as the Chief of the Baltimore County Bureau of Utilities. He’s also the owner of Bloomery Plantation Distillery, bloomerysweetshine.com, and hopes you will come visit for a tasting.

1974

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Tyler Larkin '03 t.larkin@severnschool.com

1976

Send notes to: Catherine Clark catherineclark@verizon.net

Send notes to: John Norton john@declarity.com

1977

Cheryl Ritchie '74 shared, “I recently attended a Severn School ladies brunch. But it was not just any kind of gathering. You see, it was kind of historic. We were the first class of girls that was accepted to and graduated from the all-male Severn School. We were asked to recount our experiences and memories in more or less an oral history in preparation for the play, Severn Steps, to be produced for the Severn School Centennial. Now who wouldn't want to be a fly on that wall? We laughed. We cried. We gasped. But mostly we discussed the similar sisterhood of circumstances that we experienced as the frontier women to break through the brick walls of this still standing male bastion. The place where we were appreciated with high tea along with high expectations to raise the morale, the attendance and the GPA of Severn School. For the record, we delivered on all counts. YOU DATED WHOM? YOU did what! No way! Get out of here! It took 40 years to find out ....WHAT? My, my, that fly got a workout. Like the girls would when they would be pulling

off their cheerleading outfits to put on their hockey uniforms to hit the field. Oh my, he was handsome. And he married her. He's where? He's what? Ladies, A t t e n t i o n! Do you remember the LADIES LOUNGE? You got called in for short skirts, too? REMEMBER that party? You dated HIM, too? YOU still have your cheerleading uniform? You sent your kids there? You have how many grandchildren? Bet they don't know this about grandma! And we will leave it at that. Oh, the one word for Severn School? FOREVER. Yes, forever in our hearts and memories and friendships. And the fellas? One word? Gentlemen. Yes, as a student body with the first influx of GIRLS, I would say GENTLEMEN. With Pom poms and hockey sticks in hand, we are proud to be among the first female ADMIRALS. And we enjoyed every minute of sharing our story.

Send notes to: Pete Pfeiffer peterapfeiffer@gmail.com

P.S. Gusty, stop laughing. I know I was sprawled all over the ground, books everywhere, the first day of school but give it a Severn SSSSHhhhhh.

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Dr. Joseph DiRenzo is senior advisor to the Coast Guard Atlantic Area Commander for Science, Technology and Innovation. He is a retired Coast Guard officer, who also spent nine years in the Navy, in both the submarine and surface warfare communities. DiRenzo is one of the most published authors in the history of the Coast Guard. A five-time winner of the service's prestigious JOC Alex Haley award, he has published more than 300 articles since his retirement on various maritime terrorism and port security topics in publications such as Marine News, the Maritime Reporter, PROCEEDINGS, the American Legion magazine, National Defense and Undersea Warfare. In 2010 he co-wrote, with retired Vice Adm. James Hull, an article which placed second in the U.S. Naval Institute National Essay contest. DiRenzo is a 1982 graduate of the United States Naval Academy, holds a master's in business administration from California Coast University, and is a graduate of both the Naval War College and Marine Corps Command and Staff College. He completed his doctor of philosophy in business administration (Homeland Security specialization) in 2007 at Northcentral University in Prescott, Ariz. He is currently an adjunct professor at the Joint Forces Staff College, in Norfolk, Va., and teaches for both American Military University and Northcentral University on National Intelligence and Terrorism issues. He was named the first Coast Guard Chair to the Joint Forces Staff College in Norfolk in 2011. DiRenzo is married to Captain Karen DiRenzo, N.C., USN, an Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran, who is the deputy director for quality, Naval Medical Clinic Portsmouth. They have two children Lt. j.g. Joe DiRenzo IV, a 2010 graduate of the United States Coast Guard Academy and Fulbright Scholar currently serving as the first lieutenant on CGC VIGILANT, and Lauren, who is a senior at Mitchell College in New London, Conn.

Send notes to: Denise Tray Rosson drosson@glenelg.org

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Kim Corbin Aviles kaviles@csalaw.com

1981

Send notes to: Stacey Henricks Manis maniss@comcast.net

1982

Send notes to: Tracy Tischer tctischer@gmail.com

Andy Dehart '91, "The Shark Guy"

Lauren Richardson Mullins '87 with her sons, Matt and Brad

The bridal shower for Mariam Bahrami '87

1983

Send notes to: Molly Moore Green m.green@severnschool.com

1984

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Susan Tyndall Leonard susanleonard1921@mac.com

1985

Send notes to: Julie Katcef julie12@comcast.net

1986

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Cathy Merrill Williams '87 and family in Annapolis

Send notes to: Sara Tabasi Toomey charleysangels@verizon.net

1987

Send notes to: Penny Leatherwood Kennedy penny.kennedy@gmail.com Mariam Bahrami got married on June 16, 2012 to Todd Spencer. Her bridal shower was hosted by Penny Leatherwood Kennedy '87, and Sallie Luck, '86 and Amy Tate '87 attended as well. Matt Evans '87 and Margaret Evans welcomes the birth of their fourth child, William Evans. They reside in Annapolis. (See babies on pg. 34)

Penny Leatherwood Kennedy shared, “Thank you to everyone who sent me an update and a picture. Hope to hear from the rest of you soon. You can find me on Facebook or email me. I love living in Eastport and spending time on the Chesapeake with my family. Living close to Davis Pub isn't too bad either. I am lucky enough to run into classmates on a regular basis so if you are in town drop me a line.” Lauren Richardson Mullins writes, "My two boys are in college now. Matt is 21 and Brad is 18. My husband and I found out in May that we are expecting again! Our third boy is due January 28, 2014. I'm still working at DLA Piper in Baltimore. I've been at that law firm for 13 years now. My husband and I also own a commercial electrical contracting business that has been growing steadily over the last five years. It's great to stay in touch with so many Severn folks on Facebook!" Cathy Merrill Williams writes to annouce, "I launched a mom magazine this summer called Washingtonian Mom that has been very well received and has sold out at Whole Foods. We have four issues this coming year and Washingtonian now produces four magazines plus a growing website, a digital iPad edition, an events department and a custom media department. I live in DC with my husband Paul and two boys ages 7 and 8 but we spend summers in Annapolis!”

1988

Send notes to: Drew Burns drew.burns831@gmail.com Winter 2014

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1989

Reunion Chairs Needed for Alumni Weekend 2014!

Budge Collinson would like to report the success of Infusion Sciences with the Vitamin Shoppe recently accepting Youth Infusion in all stores nationwide by January. Budge also announces his engagement to Meaghan Nolan of Reston, Va. via Nashville, Tenn. Their big day is May 24, 2014.

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Holly Hodson holly@hollyhodson.com

1990

Send notes to: Blairlee Meade Owens blairleeowens@me.com

1994

1991

Send notes to: Heather Clark Piskorowski heatherpisko@gmail.com or Matt Sarro msarro@bridgeborn.com Andy Dehart aka "The Shark Guy" on the Discovery Channel's Shark Week, is now an expert in the field of husbandry at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, located in Toronto. He has more than 20 years of experience working with sharks and other aquatic species and is responsible for the design and development of live animal exhibits for the aquarium. He leads the aquarium's husbandry team in the long-term care of the animals in the exhibit, while overseeing water chemistry, nutrition, life support operation, and animal enrichment. Dehart's knowledge of, and passion for sharks, has led him to serve on the Shark Advisory to Discovery Channel's Shark Week, and has made a number of high-profile media appearances including The Today Show, the Early Show, NBC Nightly News, and others.

1992

Send notes to: Jennifer Molesevich jennpm1@msn.com

1993

Send notes to: Dave Sobel dave@evolvetech.com

Alec Templeton '99 & Dr. Nicole Velez 32

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Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Mike Calabrese calabrese_michael@hotmail.com

Eric Alexander writes in to say if life hasn't been busy enough with his two daughters, Waverly and Laken; he is now the proud owner of Alexander Animal Hospital in Severna Park. The design and build of the new hospital was quite an undertaking but handled incredibly well with the help of Ben Harries '93 and his crew at Builder Guru Contracting. Also involved on the project, providing legal assistance, were Mike Hardy '95, and Sharon Singleton, wife of Scott Singleton '94; Gordon Triplett '94 rounded out the Severn alums by handling all of the IT work through his company Aertight Systems.

1995

Send notes to: Darcy Watt Gurganous drwatt21@hotmail.com Mr. and Mrs. Brandt Fifer announce the birth of their son, Hammond Eden Fifer, born on August 9, 2013. He was 5 pounds, 3 ounces. Also welcoming the baby is big sister Avery. (See babies on pg. 34)

1996

Send notes to: Erika Huebner Rollins erika@designstudio13.com Earlier this year Josh Sims was inducted into the Anne Arundel County Sports Hall of Fame. Sims is one of the finest players in the storied history

Adam Lewis '98 with family

of Princeton men's lacrosse, having received the McLaughlin Award as Division I Midfielder of the Year in both 2000 and 2001. He was a three-time first team All-American and helped the Tigers capture two national championships and four Ivy League crowns. The Annapolis native continued his success at the professional level in both the National Lacrosse League (indoor) and Major League Lacrosse (outdoor). Josh Sims spent 10 seasons in the NLL and has been playing MLL since 2001. After playing two seasons with the Washington Power, Sims became an original member of the Colorado Mammoth and was a two-time AllStar while helping the franchise capture the NLL Champions Cup in 2006. He amassed 206 career points on 89 goals and 117 assists. Sims began his MLL career with the Baltimore Bayhawks (20012005) and helped the club capture two championships. He has also played with the Denver Outlaws (2006-2009, 2012), Toronto Nationals and Chicago Machine and is a five-time All-Star selection with 225 career points on 143 goals (16 2-pointers) and 66 assists. Brian Zaks and wife, Kristin '93, welcomed twins, Zoe Laurel and Kai Edward, to the world on October 31, 2013. They reside in Charleston, S.C.

1997

Send notes to: Gussie Habeck Melendez augustamelendez@gmail.com

1998

Send notes to: Dan Ericson ericson@gwmail.gwu.edu Adam Lewis and his wife, Jennifer, recently welcomed their third child, Benjamin Manfredi Lewis, into the world. Friend and Severn alum, Andrew Larkin '99 was named Benjamin's godfather.

Budge Collinson '93 & Megan Nolan

Josh Sims '96

4s and 9s

1999

may 17, 2014 is your reunion!

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Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Jen Scott scottj@advisory.com

Alec Templeton and Dr. Nicole Velez, were married October 19, 2013 at the Heinz Chapel in Pittsburgh. The couple lives in Providence, R.I. Alec is an architect and project designer with Perkins + Will in Boston. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and has a master’s in architecture from Harvard.

Kip Turner '03

Sander Beck '08 Danny Ricciotti '03

2000

Send notes to: Jane Friend jfriend12@gmail.com Paul Ford and wife, Miggs Ford, recently welcomed Jeffrey Paul Ford III (“Tripp”) on November 22, 2013. Melanie Topel Walter reports, “There are lots of wonderful things to report since last checked in a few years ago. Highlights include earning a master’s degree and getting married to Jake Walter at center court of the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass. Corey Evans '00, Joe Buerger '00, and Ginny Chacos '00 were in the wedding party and Michelle "Loopy" Penix '99 was a reader. Our guests also included former Severn Admirals Keegan Evans '98, Coley Chacos '04, and Shaun Berry '99. In the happiest of updates, Jake and I recently welcomed our first child, Celia Daphne Walter, on August 25, 2013. We are still in Boston and love to hear from people when they are in town. Sending our best to the Severn family.” (See babies on pg. 34) Doug Mayer is now working for Governor Nikki Haley of South Carolina as her official spokesperson.

2001

Send notes to: Helen McCaffrey Birney helenwb@gmail.com Brady Nolan and wife, Kara, are thrilled to introduce Cooper Patrick Nolan to the world on October 3, 2013. (See babies on pg. 34) Drew Habeck married Ashley Papuga on October 5, 2013 in Mystic, Conn. Many Severn friends were able to attend the ceremony.

2002

Send notes to: Kristi Jobson kristi.jobson@gmail.com Carrie Friend Frazee and husband Matthew Robert welcomed baby boy, Robert Fitzgerald (Fitz) Frazee on December 9, 2013. According to

Drew Habeck '01 & Ashley Papuga

Ben Horn & Caitlin McCleary Horn '04

Esteban '06 & Janice Limon

Carrie's mom, Chris Friend, "I feel like I am living a dream! The Friend family is feeling very blessed. We have received the best Christmas gift ever." (See babies on pg. 34)

voice commands such as ‘back’, ‘next’, and ‘search’ as well."

Todd MacMullan '02 and his wife Danica MacMullan welcomed Perry Jean MacMullan on August 21, 2013. Scott MacMullan '00 is a proud uncle of baby "PJ"! (See babies on pg. 34)

Send notes to: Jennifer Presswood jennpresswood@gmail.com

Billy Staines writes, "Sally Graham Staines turns one on January 26th. Happy Holidays from the Staines.” (See babies on pg. 34)

2003

Send notes to: Laura Lutkefedder llutkefedder@gmail.com or Tyler Larkin t.larkin@severnschool.com Nick Iliff passed the Maryland Bar exam in November. He is currently a law clerk for a judge in the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court and looking to go into criminal law following his clerkship. Kip Turner got engaged this summer to Emy Deyhle and won the MLL championship with the Chesapeake Bayhawks. Kip is living in Providence, R.I. with his fiancé and white boxer Caddie. Kip is currently coaching men's lacrosse at Brown University. Danny Ricciotti recently won first place at the Google iOS Hackathon. Danny built a blink and smile based photo viewing application for quadriplegics. Danny said, "I competed in a one day, individual, competition to build an innovative photo browsing iOS App. Right blink to go to the next photo, left blink to go to previous, and smile to 'Like' a photo. The app constantly listens for

2004

Reunion Year!

Jess Adam is living in Los Angeles, Calif. And is going to school for her masters in clinical psychology at Antioch University while working at UCLA. Jess’ sisters, Anastasia '06 and Elizabeth '09, also reside in California. Ryan Brassel writes, “Hope all is well with everyone. Kelly and I have had many exciting changes in the past month. Some of you may not be aware, but we just moved back into the Annapolis area. We are truly excited to be back in the area. I also wanted to let you know that I have recently made a career change. I have been wanting to get into the Commercial Real Estate industry and found an opportunity with Murphy Commercial based in Annapolis. We are a full service company that that specializes in tenant and landlord representation, office, medical, retail, shopping centers, land, and warehouse." Caitlin McCleary Horn and husband, Ben, are due with a baby girl in April. Caitlin and Ben live in Virginia Beach, where Ben is instructing student F-18 pilots at Naval Air Station Oceana. Briana Darnell Jatlow recently started a food and lifestyle blog, “Bites of Bri” (www.bitesofbri. com). Briana shared, “I started Bites of Bri to share my love of cooking and inspire friends and family to make delicious and healthy meals in their own kitchens. Cooking can be so much fun, especially when you enjoy eating the fruits of your labor.”

Winter 2014

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meet the baby admirals ...class

McKenzie Grace (Jenny Williams '05)

Laken (Eric Alexander '94)

of 2030

Perry (Todd MacMullan '02)

Carrie Friend Frazee '02 with baby boy, "Fitz"

Sally (Billy Staines '02)

William (Matt Evans '87)

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Hammond (Brandt Fifer '95)

Brady Nolan '01 & Kara with baby boy, Cooper

Jamie (Travis Jenkins '04)

Celia (Melanie Topel '00)

4s and 9s

may 17, 2014 is your reunion!

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2005

Send notes to: Janessa DelSesto DiMenna janessadimenna@gmail.com or Tyler Williams tylerwilliams0@gmail.com Zach Dunigan and Mattie Greenwell Dunigan '05 married on October 26, 2013 at Port Annapolis Marina. Severn attendees included, Peter Dunigan '07, Erika Wilson '07, Lesley Sutherland '05, Jenny Williams '05, Marc DeLeonibus '04, Jason Wasserman '04, Drew Turner '04, Gary Koch '71, George Turner '68, faculty member, Gerry Connolly, and current faculty member, Renie Sotiropolis. Jenny Williams welcomed her baby girl, McKenzie Grace, on December 2, 2013. Congratulations, Jenny!

2006

Becky Price '06 & Mack Gilmore '06

Zach Dunigan & Mattie Greenwell Dunigan '05

Send notes to: Courtney Dunn ctd231@gmail.com Courtney Dunn started working at HBO in the marketing department in the New York City offices on Bryant Park in July. She oversees the production and release of marketing materials for their international distribution wing. Esteban Limon continues to serve in the Marine Corps Reserve as a corporal. Esteban recently switched units from a Light Armored Reconnaissance Company in Frederick, Md. to an Infantry Unit in Houston, T.X. Esteban and his wife, Janice celebrated their one year anniversary in November. He is currently working for a company called GoldWiser as a senior precious metals buyer. Brian Phipps got engaged to Caitlin McFadden over the Thanksgiving holiday. Brian and Caitlin attended the University of Maryland where they were both standout lacrosse players. Brian and Caitlin are currently both persuing their careers as lacrosse coaches; Brian at Georgetown University and Caitlin at the University of Maryland. Becky Price and classmate Mack Gilmore '06 were recently engaged.

2007

Send notes to: Graham Ellison gellison@islander.tamucc.edu or Samantha Goldman goldman.sg@gmail.com

2008

Send notes to: Annie Weber acw5133@gmail.com or Steve Sexauer stephen.b.sexauer@gmail.com Sander Beck reports, “I just completed my second season in the Baltimore Orioles minor league system. I most recently played for the Delmarva Shorebirds in Salisbury, Md. I'm currently preparing for next season and working part time for Under Armour. It's great to play in my hometown team's system. As of right now, I'm just working as hard as I can to put myself in a position to succeed. I'm really looking forward to next season and getting back out on the field.” Taylor Burns graduated from the University of Delaware in 2012 with a bachelors of science in economics. He currently works at Smartlink in Annapolis. He lives locally with his girlfriend, Lane, and their "puggle" dog, Bella. Kyle Chaires graduated from the University of Delaware with a degree in mechanical engineering. He now lives in Annapolis, and works as a project engineer at Dixon Specialty Products in Chestertown, Md. Eliza Guthorn graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a bachelors of science in supply chain management. She currently works at Shapiro, an import logistics company, in Baltimore.

She is newly engaged to her fiancé, Kevin Shaw. The two live locally with their chihuahua named Stella. Michele Manis graduated from The University of Georgia in 2012 with a bachelors of business administration in marketing. She is now an account manager for Compass Marketing, Inc. in Annapolis. She currently lives in downtown Annapolis (look out for her next time you find yourself at McGarvey's!). Josie Owen graduated from the University of Virginia in May 2012 with a bachelors of arts in history. She is currently a candidate for a M.S. degree in strategic communications from the University of Denver and expects to graduate in June 2014. She works part time for the National Wheelchair Basketball Association and volunteers as an assistant coach for the Denver University women's lacrosse team. She lives in Denver with fellow Severn alums Lauren Benner '06 and Brooks Laufman '06. Matt Quinn is currently living in Brooklyn, N.Y. where he works as an assistant buyer at Lord and Taylor. He has been there since June 2012. Brittany Schuh graduated from Wake Forest University in 2012 with a bachelors of science in biology. She is now in her first year of medical school at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She says its tough to balance school and helping her dad, Del. Steve Schuh, campaign

Winter 2014

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Reunion Chairs Needed for Alumni Weekend 2014!

FACULTY & FORMER FACULTY NEWS

Richard Zmuda, Upper School English teacher, is bringing the story of the historic Apollo 11 mission to life for a new generation with his just-published “Apollo 11 – Original Adaptation For The Stage.” “There’s an entire younger generation out there that knows very little about the technological miracle that resulted in man’s first steps on the moon,” says Zmuda. “In addition, study after study confirms an alarming statistic that fewer kids are pursuing careers in the sciences. Maybe there’s a way,” he says, “to not only enlighten kids about what took place with Apollo 11 but to also get more kids jazzed about science.” And the timing couldn’t be better. Buzz Aldrin '46 himself will be speaking to the Severn community on April 1 as part of the Astle Memorial Lecture Series. For further information and to see an excerpt of the play, go to Amazon.com and search “Apollo 11, Zmuda.”' Barry Christy passed away September 19, 2013 after a long and courageous fight with pancreatic cancer. He will be remembered for his many talents, chef, artist, seamster, gardener and thespian. Barry was involved with colonial players for many years. He made lifelong friends through his volunteer work at the theatre. Since 1998 he has worked with the Water Street Players of Severn School. For fifteen years he worked with his longtime friend Sharie Valario as the technical director in the theatre arts department performing two shows a year for the school. Mike Freitag died November 21, 2013 at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Mike began his career as a chemical engineer and held corporate positions as a quality coordinator and trainer. He later became a high school math teacher and tutor. Most recently he was a commercial real estate research associate. Mike enjoyed coaching youth sports and mentoring students as a co-moderator of the Severn School/ USNA FIRST- Robotics Club.

for County Executive, but remains confident that she can "win 'em both." Steve Sexauer graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2012 with a bachelors of arts in neuroscience. He is now in his first year of medical school at Ross University School of Medicine. Marvin Smith wishes to announce his engagement to Kortnee Frey. The two met in college at Valley Forge Christian College and will marry in Lake Ariel, Pa. in November 2014. Mark Staines graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2012 with a bachelors of arts in advertising and marketing. He now lives in Dallas, Texas where he works as a regional program manager for Chrysler Capital. Vince Thompson graduated from Catholic University in 2012 with a bachelors of science in architecture. He is now working as a project manager for Pyramid Builders in Annapolis since June 2012. Annie Weber graduated from Penn State in 2012 and is currently living in Baltimore. She is in her second year at the University of Maryland Medical School.

2009

Reunion Year!

Send notes to: Katie Dickerson kdicker@emory.edu or Justin Kiehne kiehnej@dickinson.edu

Molly Laufman just got back in town and has started teaching bikram yoga at Bikram Yoga in Severna Park, Annapolis and Crofton. She completed a nine week teacher training in Los Angeles, taught by Bikram, himself. Go see Molly at any of the three locations!

Sean Sheehy is in Bahrain working with military sealift command (MSC). Sean is the medical and chemical/biological warfare officer on the ship as a 3rd mate working with the Navy to help with the war games in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean. He is on the USS Catawba where he is tactically laying mines as well as shadowing for the Navy to act as the enemy in the games.

2010

Send notes to: Mackenzie Carroll carrom10@highpoint.edu

2011

Send notes to: Beanie Antonini beanslacrosse@hotmail.com or Katlyn Flynn katlynivy@yahoo.com

2012

Send notes to: Kaya Gordon kagg.12@gmail.com or Grace Rudder grace.rudder@gmail.com

2013

Send notes to: Tyler Larkin '03 t.larkin@severnschool.com

Is a class secretary missing for your class? That’s because we are still looking for a volunteer. Contact Tyler Larkin '03 at t.larkin@severnschool.com if you are interested.

(above) Molly Laufman '09 36

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(left) Steve Sexauer '08

The Lower School Fall Festival, hosted at Severn's Chesapeake Campus in October, was a fabulour event - offering games, food and prizes for the Lower School students. See more photos on pg. 22.

UPCOMING EVENTS WASHINGTON, DC ALUMNI RECEPTION February 20, 2014 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm The University Club of Washington, DC (Register online) UPPER SCHOOL MUSICAL, ANYTHING GOES February 21-22, 2014 at 7:30 pm Price Auditorium (Reserve tickets online) NEW YORK CITY ALUMNI RECEPTION March 27, 2014 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location TBD (Register online)

SPEAKER, BUZZ ALDRIN '46 Presented by the David Astle Memorial Lecture Series

April 1, 2014 at 7:30 pm Edward St. John Athletic Center (Register online) CENTENNIAL WEEKEND May 16-18, 2014 See page 3 for details (Register online)

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The Dillon Moran '13 Musician-in-Residence program welcomed The Onus Trio with special guest, Helen Sung, to school from January 8-10, 2014. Students were treated to a wide variety of events throughout the residency, including a number of lectures, workshops, and master classes. The week culminated with a performance by the group on Friday, January 10 at 7 pm in Price Auditorium.