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THE LEGACY OF CHARACTER severn's legacy can be defined in multiple ways.

Evident in the academic and personal guidance bestowed by caring faculty, the thousands of alumni who have made the communities

in which they live better, or the generations of families who have supported Severn and made it their home, Severn's legacy is clear

and formidable. At this year's convocation in September, I addressed

one of Severn's most enduring legacies in my remarks to the students. Schools exist to educate and help grow up

Severn challenges its students to pursue

goes about doing this can vary drastically

to marshal the courage to lead and to develop

children and adolescents. But how a school from school to school giving each school a particular culture. A school's mission statement provides the clues as to how

a school strives to go about its business

of growing up and educating young

people. It's the ideal we reach for. It is our touchstone, and we use it every day to guide our decisions and actions.

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excellence in character, conduct and scholarship, the lasting desire to serve and achieve. We

believe this is best realized in a community where the adults model these qualities and where each student is known and valued.

There are many parts of our mission

that make Severn distinct â&#x20AC;&#x201D; character,

conduct, scholarship, leadership, service,

by Headmaster Doug Lagarde However, there is one word that I believe is the most important and hopefully by the

end of these remarks convince you of its importance, as well as why it comes first in the list of principles we hold dear. That word â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Character.

What is character? It is very hard to

define, but we all know it when we see it. My guess is that if I were to ask you to define character, I would get examples of

what character is, or a list of traits that are associated with good character, but perhaps not a specific definition. Here are some

examples of good character: saying a kind or encouraging word, holding the door for

someone, being a team player, taking time

to comfort a friend who is having a tough

time, striving for success in the classroom, telling the truth, cleaning up after yourself, giving of your time to others who are in

achievement and being known and valued. need, taking the lead by including someone

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new in your conversations or activities,

determination. These are the same traits needed to pursue excellence in

losing with grace and dignity, leading others by

would be: discipline, self-control, paying attention, respect. These are the

vigorously pursuing your passions, winning and

example. I know there are many, many more

that you could come up with and that I see take place here at Severn every day.

However, none of these examples provide a specific definition of character. The examples

reveal traits that people have who exhibit good character. These traits tend to group

together around a couple focal points. Character traits revealed while vigorously

pursuing a passion would be: perseverance,

resilience, trying again and again, tenacity, grit. These are the same traits needed to develop

a lasting desire to achieve. Character traits revealed while giving of your time to others

who are in need would be: humility, gratitude, optimism. These are the same traits needed to

develop a lasting desire to serve. Character traits revealed in taking the lead by including someone

new in your conversations or activities would

be: thoughtfulness, confidence, dependability, community building, maturity. These are the

same traits needed to marshal the courage to lead. Character traits revealed while striving

for success in the classroom would be:

curiosity, open-mindedness, resourcefulness,

"WITHOUT CHARACTER EVERY WORD THAT FOLLOWS IN OUR MISSION WOULD BE AN EMPTY ABSTRACTION — MEANINGLESS."

scholarship. Character traits revealed while cleaning up after yourself same traits needed to pursue excellence in conduct.

Why is character first and most important? Because without character every word that follows it in our mission would be an empty abstraction

— would be meaningless. Conduct and scholarship have no value without character. Leadership without character is oppressive and cruel. Serving

others cannot happen without character, and achievements that lack

character are self-serving and egotistical. Everything is dependent on having good character.

How does one develop these essential character traits? Unfortunately, there is no app for character, no website, no instant fix. Character takes

work, effort, and, mostly, time. It also, unfortunately, requires some speed

bumps, setbacks and even failures from which to learn and develop

character. Certainly, failures are not desirable but often the most significant character traits are strengthened through pushing past failure.

Everyone fails, but too often in our society we do not see the mess behind

others' success. We only see the perfect finished product of a musician, artist or athlete or the prize winning novelist or excellent student. We don't see them struggle. We don't see the deliberate practice that hones

their excellence; the multiple times they messed up or threw away drafts or became frustrated. Their willingness to overcome setbacks and failures

is hidden from our view. It is important you know that every expert, every champion, every virtuoso experienced messy frustration, so when you experience it, which you will, stay determined and push through. Your character and therefore everything else depends on it.

Now, I still haven't given you a definition of character, so here's mine: character is the way in which one engages with others and the

communities of which they are a part. If you choose, and it is a choice, to engage positively with your classmates and teachers, if you choose to participate actively in the Severn community and all that goes on here

every school year, if you choose to push through the inevitable difficult

stretches that occur during a school year, I guarantee you, your character will grow stronger, more durable throughout the year.

In sum, without character our mission is a worthless group of words;

without character the fabric of our community would come unraveled; without character Severn would cease to be the special community that it is. Why is character first? Because everything hinges on your character.

Whether you graduated from Severn in 1914 or 2016, the legacy of character remains with you forever.

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"WHO YOU ARE IS MADE OF THE EXPERIENCES BEHIND YOU...

IN THE SERVICE OF OTHERS, YOU CAN EXPERIENCE RAW EMOTION AND THAT EMOTION DEFINES YOU." — DANIEL BABALOLA '21

Middle School students display a finished blanket with Mr. Bruce Clopein

MIDDLE SCHOOL UNITES FOR A DAY OF COMMUNITY AND SERVICE The halls buzzed with severn pride and excitement during Middle School Community Service Day, an essential part of our Week of Thanks and Giving, November 7–11. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders spent the afternoon together to explore questions like “What is service?” and “What does it mean to serve others?” From thinking and talking about service, to crafting homemade blankets for families at Sarah's House, Severn middle schoolers made the connection between our values as a community and helping others in need. For the first part of the day, the entire middle school met to discuss the meaning of community service. Middle School Head, Dan Keller, discussed "service" as part of our school mission. Seventh grade English teacher, Daryl Walsh, quoted Mahatma Ghandi, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others,” and asked students to think about how those words relate to community service. Daniel Babalola '21 shared with the group, “Who you are is made of the experiences behind you. By putting yourself in the service of others, you can experience raw emotion and that emotion defines you.” Thoughtful discussion continued as students broke off into advisory groups for rotating chat sessions. Each group

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discussed questions about who we are as members of the Severn community and how we can extend those values beyond our school walls. The Middle School joined together again for special guest speaker, Mr. Bruce Clopein from Sarah's House, a supportive housing program offering emergency and transitional housing with an array of other services for homeless families in Anne Arundel County. Mr. Clopein shared hopeful stories of the families that Sarah's House serves and the harsh realities that these families face as they work toward making positive changes in their lives. Throughout the day, the students reflected on their personal ideas about service. They talked to one another to deepen their thinking and hear the perspectives of their peers. They listened with compassion to the struggles of families in need. When it came time for the physical service portion of the day, hand-tying blankets for the children of Sarah's house, they understood the meaning of their work and felt the impact of doing it together.

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UPPER SCHOOL MUSICIANS GET A TASTE OF PROFESSIONAL RECORDING Thanks to the generous support of our community, the Jay F. Meisenberg Recording Studio provides Severn students a creative space to explore their passions in music performance and production. With the help of Mr. Frank Donn, Upper School Director of Instrumental Ensembles and Music Technology teacher, students learn how to perform, record, edit and produce their own music. Whether recording a jam during music club, performing, producing or a mix of it all, our talented students are stretching the boundaries of their creativity and exploring their love for expression through music. Better than read about the amazing work Mr. Donn and our students are doing, take a look (and listen!) for a peek behind the curtain at Severn's thriving music department. Thank you to our generous donors Barry and Jodi Meisenberg for their gift in memory of Jay, uncle of Sarah '05, Faith '06, Sam '11, and Elizabeth B. Williams, parent of Sam Williams '18.

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EMBRACING CHOICE, IMAGINATION AND THE MAKER SPIRIT AT THE LOWER SCHOOL How can you transport a drink of water from the fountain to someone in another room? How can you create a shelter with only duct tape and cardboard? These are the challenges Ms. Pilar Okeson, Lower School Librarian, presented to her lively group of 4th and 5th graders in Creative Challenges class this fall. Through each activity the class learned to work together, creating solutions to problems using a limited set of materials and unlimited imagination. Part of our Renaissance curriculum for 4th and 5th graders, Creative Challenges gave our students the chance to plan, build, improve upon and share their creations — embracing choice, imagination and the maker spirit. Creative challenges is a process driven class. It's about making discoveries and learning to work together as a group rather than working toward the “right” answer or product. Because the challenges were open-ended, our students steered the outcomes of their projects with often unexpected results. By far, the class favorite activity was the shelter challenge, aptly named “Cardboard City” by the kids. Ms. Okeson reflected on how “Cardboard City” evolved: “The challenge was to make a shelter using duct tape and cardboard. That was it. It evolved into something much more because they were inspired to do more. And this class gave them the space to do that. They created a community comprised of different types of shelters; some communal, some individual. They were constantly adjusting and improving their designs, working together and individually.” Read the full story at SEVERNSCHOOL.COM/NEWS

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Plain and simple, the new two-story state-of-the-art Zimmerman Library is the heart of Severn School. Not only is it located at the physical center of the Water Street buildings, but it is a dynamic and energetic hub of academic, social, and community life.

What, exactly, does a dynamic and energetic hub of academic, social, and community life

On any given day, you can walk into the Zimmerman Library and see groups of Upper

look like, you ask?

School students, sitting at tables for four, studying quietly with their books and iPads open, asking each other questions and sharing interesting finds across the table. You can see other groups of Upper School students in meeting rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, gathered around large conference tables as they study for upcoming tests and write notes on the whiteboard wall inside.

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You might see groups of Middle School students, working in teams at computer stations, plotting points on Google Earth for a geography project. Or, you might see those Middle School students sitting in small groups on the floor, making fleece blankets for a community service project or acting as merchants in a Middle Eastern marketplace for an interdisciplinary assignment on Afghanistan. You can see passionate readers and researchers in both divisions, reading by themselves on comfortable cushioned leather chairs, or combing through databases at computer stations or on their iPads. You can see teachers, working with one of the librarians to plan an upcoming

assignment or instructing a student on how to discern a reliable source from an unreliable one. You can see librarians, sharing their favorite books with students looking for a quarterly “outside reading” book or leading them on a treasure hunt around the library to find information. You can see sculptures made out of books, drawings of Arctic explorers on Kleenex boxes, and sealed brown bags filled with books for a “surprise checkout.” Indeed, today's Zimmerman Library is an energetic and dynamic hub. Current Upper School English teacher Dr. Jackie Baugh attributes the success of the Severn School library to its “excellent resources, talented librarians, and welcoming spirit of collaboration and inventiveness.”

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19 22 . 2 0 1 5 Today's library, named the Zimmerman Library in 1985, had a very humble start. The earliest “library” at Severn was located in the basement of the old Dining Hall, which was constructed in 1922. In the earliest years, books and funds were donated to the library by teachers, parents, and friends of the school. Bill Zimmerman '67, explained, “You have to remember, Severn didn't have a lot of money back then. The library resources were very limited, and we relied heavily on the donations of others.” In 1954, Bill's great uncle, a man named Louis Seymour Zimmerman, bequeathed his entire personal library, “or so many [books] thereof as in the judgment of my Executors may be useful and desirable in connection with the school library” to Severn School upon his death. Bill remembers the library as a damp space that wasn't very conducive to studying. “I remember it being kind of loud — after all, the dining facility was just above it.” There was no air conditioning in the basement, and for a long time, there was no librarian either! As Bill recalls, “teachers took turns, rotating through library duty, because there were no funds to hire a librarian.” Joe Walkowski '67, remembers his mother, Stella Walkowski, volunteering in the library while he was a student in the mid-60s. “She was a registered nurse, and when they said they were looking for someone to help in the library, she volunteered and got paid a small stipend." Current history teacher Mr. John Bodley, who began teaching at Severn in 1976, also remembers this library well. As a history teacher, he recalls bringing his students there, where Ms. Jane Oswitt, who began as Head Librarian in 1974, helped organize the students' research. When looking at archived pictures of the space, he said, “Yes, I painted those cinder block walls! Head football coach Doug Williams and I were looking to make some extra money, so we painted those walls over spring break one year!” Mr. Bodley, who called it “the Multipurpose Room,” remembers proctoring a study hall there. In 1977, the library was moved to the front of the “New Dorm” building, where it would be fully air-conditioned for the first time. Ms. Oswitt served as Head Librarian during this transition and continued to lead the library in this new space until the spring of 1978, when Ms. Anne Titcomb took her place. In the fall of 1985, the library was once again moved, this time to the back of the newly expanded and renovated Rolland M. Teel Academic Center. Not only was the library given a new location, but a new name as well. Mr. Charles Renick Zimmerman '25, had recently donated $68,000 to the school's building program, the single largest contribution in Severn School history at the time. To honor this generous contribution, the library was given its new name, the Zimmerman Library, one that it still carries proudly today. Mr. Zimmerman, or “Reds” as he is more commonly known, was the first student to graduate from Severn's full four-year program in 1925 and the first student council president. He was also a recognized athlete in the football, wrestling, and

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Students in the Old Dining Hall basement library. Can you help us identify these young men?

baseball programs and was inducted into the Severn Athletic Hall of Fame. Generosity toward the Severn School library seemed to run in Mr. Zimmerman's family. After all, it was his uncle, Louis Seymour Zimmerman, who donated all of his personal books to the first library on campus 31 years earlier. The Zimmerman Library located in the back of Teel Hall had a beautiful winter view of the water and much more space for students to explore books and other research material. Over the course of its 30-year history, the library's four Head Librarians — Ms. Anne Titcomb (1979-89), Ms. Claudia Frantz (19892004), Ms. Linda Stone (2004-05), and Ms. Mary Coutts (2005 to the present) — saw many changes in library technology, the access and use of information, the research process, the role of library education in the curriculum, and even the furniture and physical space needs of the library. Yet, in all of its phases, these Head Librarians kept true to the idea stated on the current library webpage that “with information resources and a helping hand from the library staff, small ideas [can] grow into robust, fully formed, research.”

"second: i give and bequeath to SEVERN SCHOOL, INC. at severna park, maryland, all of my books, or so many thereof as in the judgement of my executors may be useful and desirable in connection with the school library." — excerpt from the will of Louis Seymour Zimmerman

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Current Severn students who looked through archived photographs of this library had fun pointing out some of the differences from their library today. In particular, they remarked on the computer stations (“Check out those massive monitors!” “Is that a floppy disk drive?”), the rows upon rows of encyclopedias (“Why do those books all look the same?”),

of after school and summer programs and former library assistant remembers 2005 as a big transition year for the library — her first year in the library and the year Ms. Mary Coutts came on as Head Librarian. This year marked a pivotal shift in the way the library served the needs of its community — moving away from quiet and individual learning to a more collaborative, interactive gathering space for not just research and reading, but for community projects, group studying, relaxation during free periods, and

the card catalogue (“Oh yes, I've seen that thing before in the opening scene of the old Ghostbusters movie where the ghost pulls out all the cards and tosses them in the air!”), the individual study carrels (“Wow, there are no distractions when you sit in one of those!”), and the signs for microfilm and microfiche (“Wait, what did you call that?”). When Mr. Bodley thought back to the early days of this library, he remembered the media room where he could check out a film strip cart. “I remember showing my students a film strip on how to use the library every fall. It was quite good, actually.” Ms. Laurie Wachs, current director

computer-based learning. The librarians at the time worked hard to bring more students into the library, drawing them in with interactive bulletin boards, contests and games, comfortable cushioned chairs in which to read or study, tables to talk or study quietly with classmates, and access to a full computer lab with printers, while also providing silent study rooms for those needing quiet to do their work. Their efforts succeeded in turning the library into a bustling community space. Current assistant librarian Ms. Whitney Etchison described the library as “standing room only” during lunch and free periods. Busting at the seams with student interest, and yet still struggling to make room for quiet research, the library was in need of new space. And that opportunity came in 2015, when the Zimmerman Library moved into its current location in the center of the new Teel Academic Center.

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Anyone who walks in the doors of the new Zimmerman Library cannot help but be impressed by the expanse of resources available to the students, the creative spaces in which the students work, the availability of technology, the accessibility of the librarians, and the general welcoming atmosphere. All of this speaks to a library staff devoted to fulfilling their mission statement, which states: 1. Severn School Library collaborates with teachers across disciplines to prepare students for their futures. 2. Through its support of the school's curriculum, the Library ensures that Severn graduates are skilled and ethical users of information. 3. The Library fosters the love of reading and lifelong learning by maintaining a robust collection that caters to diverse backgrounds, perspectives, interests and opinions. Each of the initiatives and programs run by the new Zimmerman library originate with one of these tenets. Take the Arctic Explorer Project, for example. In an effort to collaborate between campuses and prepare 5th graders for the “big kids' library,” Ms. Mary Coutts and 5th grade teacher Ms. Lauren Kitchin, designed a project where the 5th graders were bussed to the Teel Campus to research Arctic explorers in books and databases in the Zimmerman Library. As part of the assignment, Ms. Coutts led the students on a team treasure hunt where they learned about the library's different resources. Each student made a creative “tissue box” display of their findings at the end. Upper School English teacher Dr. Jackie Baugh raved about her collaborative experience with the librarians during a professional development workshop. Her goal was to design a series of assignments for her English 11 students that would

prepare them for college research. Dr. Baugh explained, “One summer Ms. Etchison and I charted out the entire research program for English 11, each assignment built on the one before, where the students learned new skills each time.” In one particular assignment that she and Ms. Etchison designed, students had to use both primary and secondary sources to research a topic pertaining to the Jazz Age and then relate their findings to The Great Gatsby. Students presented their information in a multimedia PowerPoint that included a works cited page and an embedded video clip. Dr. Baugh said that “having the librarians as a resource — to help [us] think through the research skill set — is a huge benefit for the teachers.” To ensure that Severn graduates are skilled and ethical users of information, the second tenet of the mission statement, Ms. Coutts and Ms. Etchison teach plagiarism lessons once a year in all Upper School English classes and Middle School Geography classes. They teach students about the importance of giving credit where credit is due and the consequences, based on real-life case studies, if they do not. The librarians also teach students how to set up accounts on EasyBib, an online tool that helps create bibliographical citations and works cited pages. While most Severn students use the library's extensive list of pre-approved databases for research, many use sources

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from the internet as well. Ms. Coutts and Ms. Etchison focus much of their time on teaching students how to be critical thinkers as users of information and to skillfully and ethically discern good sources from bad ones, or “real news” from “fake news.” In libraries of the past, librarians vetted all the print resources on the shelves for appropriateness and reliability before the students had access to them. Now that students have access to the internet, they have so many unvetted sources available to them. It is imperative that students know how to sift through it all for reliable information. This year Ms. Coutts and Ms. Etchison had an especially unique opportunity to teach about the skillful and ethical use of

trust it?” In the second lesson, the students studied various propaganda techniques. In the third lesson, students were assigned a political party — Republican, Democratic, Green, or Independent — and asked to create their own political advertisement on their iPads, complete with propaganda techniques and bias. After presenting their videos to the class, the students engaged a careful and respectful discussion of political bias in the news and its impact on a citizen's ability to make informed decisions. Perhaps closest to the hearts of the Severn librarians is their mission to foster the love of reading and lifelong learning among students. Ms. Etchison said that one of her favorite things to do as a librarian is “to find books kids like to read.” Each

learning is through the Upper School Read program. Beginning in 2010, this program, as stated on its webpage, “celebrates reading by taking a break from classes to discuss a book (or books) chosen and read by all faculty and US students.” With the help of the librarians, Upper School faculty members design interdisciplinary and multimedia workshops, invite outside speakers, and facilitate group discussions to help explore topics in the chosen book. Books chosen for past programs include: “Longitude” by Dava Sobel, “Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins, “The Other Wes Moore” by Wes Moore, “Outcasts United” by Warren St. John, “The Circuit” by Francisco Jiménez, and “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury.

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information via the political election. They teamed up with three 7th grade teachers — Ms. Kathleen Donovan (History), Mr. Daryl Walsh (English), and Ms. Andi Whiteford (Math) — to design a three-part unit to help students become more critical readers of political news. The librarians began with a lesson on evaluating websites for bias. They presented the students with three articles on Obamacare, each from a different news source (CNN, The Huffington Post, and Breitbart) and asked students to discuss whether bias impacted reliability. The students asked themselves, “Who is writing this? Is the information presented balanced? Can we

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quarter, she has the opportunity to help Middle School English students select a book for their “outside reading” assignment. She finds great joy when students come back and tell her, “Ms. E. I finished my book. I really liked it.” Ms. Coutts is also a firm believer that “kids need choice in their reading to be lifelong readers.” One of her biggest worries for young people is censorship; she believes that students should have the “freedom to read” and that “libraries have the obligation to allow every child to see themselves in the pages of the book.” Another way that the Severn library helps foster the love of reading and lifelong

Even with all of its programs and initiatives, its databases and thoughtful curriculum, the Zimmerman Library's best asset is its librarians. Mr. Bodley, who brings his Juniors into the library for a three-week research project each year, said, “The librarians are very hands-on.” Middle School Geography teacher Ms. Cathy Hewitt Carper '81 added, “Teachers are never denied time or space in the new library. The librarians are so helpful!” The current Zimmerman Library facility fulfills every wish among the students and faculty. But, glancing into the future, what might the Zimmerman Library look like in 10 years? cont. on p. 15

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Will we ever see a completely digitized Zimmerman Library — a library with no books? Severn School archivist and retired art teacher, Carol Duncan, said, “No, there will always be books; there is just something about a room full of books. It's very collegiate.” Upper School history teacher Ms. Renie Sotiropoulos agreed, “There will always be books. Books are a visual reminder of the importance of the written word.” Ms. Etchison believes there will “still be a place for books in research” in the future. She is convinced that books aren't going anywhere. In her experience, “if kids are given a choice between a print book and ebook of the same title, they almost always choose the print book.” She explained that many students find books more personal, less overwhelming, and more age-appropriate than online sources. What about technology in the future? How might technological advancements change the Zimmerman Library? Neither librarian could begin to guess what the next technological advancement might be, but both are poised and ready for whatever change may come. Ms. Etchison said,

“Change is good! The technology will most definitely change, and when it does, our role will be to show students how to use it skillfully and ethically.” According to Headmaster Doug Lagarde, change is inevitable and the Zimmerman Library was purposefully designed to be nimble and agile. “In order to serve kids optimally, the library needs to be relevant, as it has been through its history. Our goal is to serve the academic needs of our students as we experience changes in emphasis, pedagogy, assessment, and technology.” Mr. Lagarde pointed out that visitors won't see many built-in furniture pieces in the library today so that ten years from now the library space can be agile enough to change into a formation that makes sense. He also pointed out that the library design includes an extra storage room in the basement of the building to house overflow books. “We spent a lot of time debating how many books we should actually display...and now,

with additional storage space, we can keep our entire collection, still accessible to the librarians,” while maintaining enough open space for the students to work in a relevant way. At the heart of the school, the Zimmerman Library is a visual affirmation that Severn values the intellectual, ethical, and personal growth of its students and faculty. Alumni who remember the library's humble beginning in the “old” Dining Hall, or even those who remember its transition stages in the “old” Teel Academic Center, will be both amazed by all that the new Zimmerman Library offers this community, and proud to be connected to this legacy of growth and learning. When Bill Zimmerman '67 toured the new library for the first time, he thought of his second cousin, after whom the library is named. In his words, “Reds [Charles Renick Zimmerman '25] would be so happy to see that his money went to good use.”

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Millard Grant Brings Dream to Reality 7th grade history teacher ms. kathleen

Donovan traveled almost 9,000 miles to bring home a global perspective to her classroom. Fascinated by both New Zealand's relationship with the US

during WWII and the indigenous Maori culture, Ms. Donovan planned a 24-day trip to explore all regions of New Zealand, rich with history, natural beauty and unexpected perspectives.

We are proud and grateful to support faculty travel endeavors with the Millard Faculty Travel Grant. As Ms. Donovan stated, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Millard Grant made this trip and my dream a reality.â&#x20AC;? Ms. Donovan did extensive research to plan a trip that would meet her academic goals, while also adding a check mark to her lifelong bucket list. She knew 2016-2017 would be an unconventional school year due to focus on the presidential election early on and saw an opportunity to create a unique curriculum structure, making room for a deep dive into WWII. During WWII, New Zealand played a critical role in the success of the island hopping excursions for the Allies; and

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so the inspiration for her Millard trip was born. But she didn't stop there. Inspired to get most out of this once in a lifetime opportunity, Ms. Donovan outlined two distinct research goals for her trip: 1. To study New Zealand perspectives on American involvement during WWII through exploration of American war camps and museums. 2. To learn about the Maori culture and find parallels between New Zealand's treatment of indigenous peoples as compared to the United States. Ms. Donovan's goals for the trip speak to her thoughtful consideration of how her

Ms. Donovan standing on a WWII bunker overlooking Army Bay, located in the Bay of Islands.

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"the more i travel, the more i understand different cultures, perspectives and bias. i come back with a greater appreciation for what we have, but also a greater understanding of what other people around the world are about."

experience could benefit her students. She saw the obvious connection between New Zealand and the US during WWII, but looked deeper to find other ways her trip could enrich her teaching. Throughout every piece of the 7th grade curriculum, Ms. Donovan's students investigate ideas about prejudice, bias, stereotypes and mistreatment of those who are different. Her examination of the British treatment of the Maori people allows her to bring a global perspective on these issues back into her classroom, to create engaging and authentic experiences for her students. The trip was a blend of research and adventure. Ms. Donovan began her journey with 10 days on the North Island. There, she rappelled waterfalls to the Waitamo glowworm caves, surfed the Ragland waves and interacted with the Maori at Waitagni Treaty Grounds and Rotorua.

After taking a ferry across the Cook Strait, she spent 15 days exploring the South Island. A few of her South Island highlights include sea kayaking at Abel Tasman National Park, hiking the Franz Josef glacier, seeing the reconstruction efforts of Christchurch (still recovering from major earthquakes) and exploring the seal colonies at Kaikoura. If you talk to Ms. Donovan, you can hear the passion for travel and education in her voice: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I firmly believe that you don't actually know a place or it's people until you go and live it and experience it. The more I travel, the more I understand different cultures, perspectives and bias. I come back with a greater appreciation for what we have, but also a greater understanding of what other people around the world are about. Travel changes you. That makes me a better teacher.â&#x20AC;?

THE MILLARD TRAVEL GRANT

Established in 1997, the Millard Faculty Travel Grant provides professional development for the many responsibilities a faculty member might have at Severn: classroom teaching, coaching, advising extracurricular programs, and providing leadership in the school. 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. To date, the Grant has been awarded to over 35 faculty members. The School is grateful to Steve Millard '51.

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BY CARRIE MACVEAN GRIMES '91

ON A R ECENT TR IP TO NEW YO RK CITY, ALUMNI HO USE TEAM MEMBE RS HOLLY CARROLL AND CARRIE MACVEAN GRIMES '91 CAUGHT UP WITH SOME SEVERN ALUMNI, WHO AR E TAKING THE BIG APPLE BY STO RM. ADMIRAL ALUMNI ARE D OING AMAZING THINGS CO NTRIBUTING TO THE CO MMUNITY, CO MME RCE, AND CULTURE O F THE CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS!

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OUR FIRST TRIP WAS BRIGHT AND EARLY, TO PARK AVENUE

in midtown Manhattan, where we checked into the illustrious 52 story JPMorgan Chase & Co. building for coffee and conversation with J.P. Morgan's Head of Investor Relations Jason Scott '95. Jason, who recently married his wife Sarah Hardy at the Boone Hall Plantation in South Carolina, recalls his interest in finance beginning back in Mr. John Bodley's economics class. Severn taught him to “always do things the right way, to always be prepared, and to maintain high standards.” Before becoming a leader in investor relations, Jason worked as an investment banker and attended UVA where he says he was “set up for success” by his Severn education. In his current role as the head of investor relations, Jason is responsible for relationships with the company's major shareholders and he really enjoys “helping top-notch management teams make decisions.” When he's not busy at work, Jason enjoys long walks around the city, where there is “always something interesting going on.” Jason's eyes twinkled when we asked him about his favorite Severn memories. “Winning the football conference championship with Coach Doyle…and fingerpainting Mrs. Duncan's art studio with Dave Pizzi and Keith Pettus!”

Jason Scott '95

WE HOPPED THE N TRAIN DOWN TO SOHO

Mia Katz '10

for a visit with Mia Katz '10, in her office at Broadway and Canal Streets, where she works as a photography agent/producer at WIB, an agency which connects leading photographers and stylists with top tier clients in beauty, fashion, and still life. Mia's work allows her to interface with a range of talented photographers and clients, and she thrives in the hustle and bustle of SoHo's eclectic atmosphere of artists' lofts and trendy boutiques. Mia's immersion into Manhattan art culture doesn't end at work — on the weekends she often finds herself “exploring museums and galleries mostly — and in the summer I like to hang out in the city's parks with friends!” Mia's journey at Severn was peppered with time behind the scenes in the theater, doing lighting for productions, as well as doing photography for the yearbook. Her favorite Severn teachers? “A tie, between Mr. Buckley and Mr. Lenham!” As a bright career continues to unfold for Mia, she hasn't lost sight of her Severn roots. Her response to the most valuable acquired asset from her days at Severn: “Would it be weird to say learning how to write a five-page paper in two days thanks to Mr. Zmuda?!” Perhaps Mia's sagest advice for the Class of 2017 would be to recognize that “you don't have to know what you want to do right away!”

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FROM THE ARTS OF SOHO TO DIGITAL MEDIA IN THE DUMBO

(short for “Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass”) neighborhood of Brooklyn, a ride on the F train got us in touch with Severn alumna Nicole Feliciano '88, the founder and CEO of Momtrends Media, a boutique digital media company focused on “dreaming up solutions to make life better for busy moms.” From Severn, to Vanderbilt University, to Ralph Lauren — Nicole struck out on her own in 2007 and subsequently built a media brand that “provides the latest news on things trendy and cool for moms.” So, how did she get from here to there? Nicole credits Severn with teaching her to “be independent, organized, and [to recognize] the power of community." She's grateful for freshman year English with Mr. Howell for sparking the fire which taught her to “deep dive into analyzing literature, writing critically, getting feedback and revising…writing is a skill that will always serve you well.” Under her leadership, her brand has blossomed into a vibrant online community and led to the publication of her first book, “Mom Boss: Balancing Entrepreneurship, Kids & Success” — a guidebook for “building a successful career without sacrificing being a great mom.” Nicole's life in the big apple reflects her work; while she loves the city, on most weekends she can be found escaping the urban jungle with her family to the country, where they “ride horses, ski, hike and enjoy the outdoors.” When asked what her advice would be to the Class of 2017, without hesitation she said “Don't be afraid to fail. Just keep plugging away and don't lose your sense of humor… when you find the sweet spot where work feels like play, then you are probably on the right path!”

OUR NEXT STOP WAS ON THE UPTOWN 6 TRAIN, TO THE QUIET

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tree lined streets of the Upper East Side and the hospital and research facilities of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where Crystal Tran '11 works alongside top cancer researchers coordinating clinical trials for Stage 4 head/neck/salivary/thyroid cancer patients. Her work is a fascinating blend of patient management, interfacing with physicians, writing reports, and reviewing clinical data. Crystal's face lit up when she talked about her work: “I love research and enjoy making sure everything gets done that needs to get done in the process of the clinical trial.” She was inspired towards this career track through mentoring relationships within the Severn community, namely with Severn parent Dr. Barry Meisenberg, who helped her explore the field of medicine through her

Independent Senior Project. “Shadowing with doctors, observing surgeries, and discovering the medical profession during my ISP led me to major in pre-med at the University of Richmond… participate in internships in the summer with Dr. Tafra at The AAMC Breast Center and to obtain a fellowship after graduation with the National Institute of Health,” where she worked prior to coming to the Big Apple. So what inspired the relocation to New York? “I studied in Rome as an undergraduate and knew I wanted to live in a BIG city!” Crystal has found a wonderful home in Manhattan, where she lives with fellow alumna Torrey Cole '11 and enjoys weekends spent walking around the city, stumbling upon fun local events, and taking advantage of the beauty of Central Park. Despite her love of her new big city home, Crystal's heart still stays close to her Severn family. An avid soccer player while at Severn, Crystal's fondest memories are of Severn v. St. Mary's soccer games and embracing her class' competitive zest for Spirit week. She loved time in the classroom with Dr. Baugh and Mr. Zmuda, and her advice for Class of 2017 graduates is to “always stay in contact with people you've met and who have influenced you — networking within this community is huge — always keep those connections going.”

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OUR LAST STOP LED US WAY UPTOWN, TO THE HALLOWED HALLS OF COLUMBIA

University's School of Law, where second year law student Max Schechter '10 might be found with his nose buried in a legal text prepping for exams, or checking out the city's amazing museums on weekend study breaks. When we caught up with Max at our Penn Club NYC Alumni Reception, he was glad to have almost arrived at the half way point in his law school journey. He fondly remembers Mock Trial and Fed Challenge at Severn, and tributes these special extra-curricular offerings with guiding his pathway into law school. “So many of my teachers at Severn had a profound impact on me…but Mr. Bodley and Mr. Yost stand out the most, and building a network of smart, motivated friends is by far the most valuable asset I inherited from Severn.” Despite the rigors, being a law school student has its perks. Max notes that being surrounded by “so many motivated classmates who are really driven but still friendly” helps him continue to grow as a scholar and individual. As he reflected back on his Severn days, he had this bit of wisdom for future graduates: “Make sure you explore a diverse range of interests — you just don't know what may end up fascinating you.”

NEXT UP IN OUR ALUMNI TOUR: February, Florida | April, California and Washington If you're local and would like to be considered for an alumni spotlight, email c.grimes@severnschool.com

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CONGRATULATIONS BOYS SOCCER MIAA B-CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS!

VARSITY AWARDS:

Girls Soccer: Most Valuable Player: Eileen Doherty '19 Van Gunten Players Award: Brooke Robbins '17 Boys Cross Country: Most Valuable Player: Zack Kinsella '19 Players Award: John Andrews '17 Girls Cross Country: Most Valuable Player: Caroline Krall '19 Players Award: Haley Kerridge '17 Tennis: Most Valuable Player: Hanna Butler '17 Players Award: Christen Morrell '17 Field Hockey: Hodges MVP Award: Rachel Sindler '17 Players Award: Josie Formica '18 24

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AT H O M E A N D O N T H E ROAD, THE ADMIRALS D I S P L AY E D G R I T A N D D E T E R M I N AT I O N T H I S FA L L . C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S TO OUR STUDENT AT H L E T E S F O R S T E L L A R PERFORMANCES ON T H E F I E L D S AND COURTS! FA L L R E C O R D S :

Cross Country Boys 2-7 Cross Country Girls 2-6-1 Field Hockey 6-9-1 Football 6-5 Boys Soccer 19-4 Girls Soccer 14-8-2 Girls Tennis 7-2

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Boys Soccer: Richard Louck MVP Award: Devin McCarthy '18 Van Gunten Players Award: Henry Reed '17

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Football: Slanker MVP Award: Ben Bedard '17 Rothman Players Award: Darby Nelligan '17

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UP COMING JANUARY 2017

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Early School Mini Matisse | February 14 For children ages 2.5-5 | Register online

The Pirates of Penzance | February 23, 24, 26 Presented by The Water Street Players | Tickets online

Early School Mini Makers | March 10 For children ages 2.5-5 | Register online

Black Comedy (a farce in the dark) | April 20 & 21 Presented by The Water Street Players | Tickets online

2017 APA Auction: Havana Nights | April 22 Benefiting the Admirals Parents Association | Tickets online

Alumni Weekend | May 4-6 Everyone's invited | Pre-register online

COME IN, WE'RE OPEN. SEVERNSCHOOL.COM/ADMIRALSCOLLECTION FOR SEVERN ATHLETICS GEAR AND ADMIRALS SPIRIT WEAR

Renaissance Drama Production | May 18-20 Presented by the Lower School | Tickets online

The Lion King Jr. | May 25 Presented by 8th Grade Performing Arts | Open to the public

Senior Graduation | June 2 Congratulations Class of 2017

Summer at Severn Begins | June 19

CHECK OUT OUR NEW STOREFRONT LOCATED ON THE TEEL CAMPUS IN THE EDWARD ST. JOHN ATHLETIC CENTER LOBBY. MORE

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[L-R] Darren Burns '82 and Bruce Burns '61 with Coach Clayton "Buddy" Beardmore and sons, Jimmy '82 and Stevie Beardmore '83

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LEGACY LIMELIGHT THE BURNS FAMILY

Ruth Burns has left a legacy far beyond anything she imagined 60 years ago. With one decision, Ruth started a tradition that has spanned three generations of Severn students, beginning with her son, Bruce Burns '61. When we asked Bruce about his five years at Severn he remembers it as a bare-bones but nurturing place that helped to shape his life. There was no gymnasium and the buildings were simple. Headmaster Rolland Teel was a gentle gentleman who seemed to be everywhere. The teachers and coaches, like Kesmodel and Lindsay, were selfless and dedicated to their young students who they turned into men. It was a

[L-R] Duffy '17, Darren '82, Callie '14, Drew '88, Bruce '61

stretch for Bruce's parents to send him to Severn. So, he donned his waiter's uniform daily to help to serve the sit down luncheon meal in the dining hall. His family did not have a car so at the end of the day he took a bus or more often, hitchhiked back to Glen Burnie. His fondest memories are on the fields playing sports with his teammates. Now Bruce's memories are full of having watched both of his son's Darren '82 and Drew '88 and more recently his granddaughter Callie '14 and grandson Duffy '17 playing on those same fields, being mentored by teachers and coaches and all becoming graduates of Severn School. Darren's memories are of a Severn that had one foot in the 60s and one foot in the 70s

Bruce Burns '61 | Darren Burns '82 | Drew Burns '88 | Callie Burns '14 | Duffy Burns '17

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moving forward. A bit old fashioned but a great sense of tradition. Economically it was a tough time for Severn and Darren said that his impression was that Headmaster Jim Donnelly was “weaving magic to keep Severn afloat.” Even so, Darren remembers Severn as a special place when he was a student. Darren and his parents and brother Drew lived in a home adjacent to Severn and the Severn fields were their backyard. Darren is currently a lawyer and credits his writing and oral skills to his teachers at Severn — he mentioned Ms. Nancy Osius (Zimmerman) and Mr. John Bodley. Over the span of over 60 years, the Headmasters have changed, the campus has been transformed but the students arrive with the same wide-eyed wonder and leave having been taught character, conduct and scholarship. Ruth Burns witnessed the graduation ceremonies of her son, grandsons and great granddaughter in 1961, 1982, 1988, and 2014. She passed away in 2015, so will not be physically present for Duffy's graduation this spring. However, she is remembered in the hearts of her family and for her wise decision in 1956.

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Severn Alumni Serve

Join local Alumni to serve dinner to the residents

Darshan Kharod '03 and Carrie MacVean Grimes '91

of LightHouse Shelter on February 22 and March 29. Family members welcome! Help us come together to realize our "lasting desire to serve" our greater community. To volunteer, please email c.grimes@severnschool.com

Severn Socials

Postcard invitations are typically sent four weeks before the event. If you don't receive your postcard and you're in one of these states, please email c.grimes@severnschool.com.

Florida | February 13-15 California | April 3-5 Washington | April 6

Alumni Advisor Recruitment

Calling Severna Park/Annapolis Severn Alumni! We are seeking Alumni Advisors to participate in a fantastic mentoring opportunity with the Class of 2017, as part of the capstone Independent Senior Project. Students are seeking professionals to shadow as part of this project, in the time frame of May 16-27, ideally shadowing in a professional environment and gaining hands-on knowledge of a particular vocation. This is a terrific way to give of your time and talent, and to connect with current students in a meaningful way! Alumni Advisors sought in the following areas: Arts, Media, Finance, Business, Entrepreneurship, Medical, Legal, Photography, Communications, Environmental Studies, and Technology. Interested? Email Carrie at c.grimes@severnschool.com for details.

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Community. Networking. Socializing. Outreach. Nostalgia. Friendship. Family. Connection. This is the colorful fabric of our Severn School Alumni body â&#x20AC;&#x201D; an organization of amazing people, over 4,000 strong, living right around the corner from our campus, and all over the world. We are excited to work together with you to leverage the phenomenal resources this community has to offer. Whether you're exploring career options, planning a trip to place you've never been, relocating your family, promoting your business, sharing your art â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the Severn Alumni community offers amazing opportunity and potential to tap into an array of resources for professional and personal connection which reflect the myriad talents and life experiences of all of Severn's graduates. Don't be shy! Share your stories. Reach out with inquiries. We will do our best to put you in touch with fellow Admiral Alumni as you wish or to brag about your accomplishments in print and on social media. We are so proud to learn of the amazing things Admiral alumni are up to. There are so many ways to communicate. Drop us a note at c.grimes@severnschool.com or find us on Facebook: SevernSchool.alumni, Instagram: @ SevernSchoolalums, the Evertrue Alumni app, or LinkedIn: SevernSchool. We are a click away and always happy to hear from you, and of course you always have a home on campus at Alumni House! Cheers, Carrie MacVean Grimes '91 Director, Alumni Relations Darshan Kharod '03 Alumni Association President WINTER 2017 29

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In Memoriam 1942 Homer Allen, USN (Ret) 11/10/2016 William “Bill” Weaver III 11/5/2016

1947 Samuel Chambliss 5/5/2014 William “Bill” Dickerson 11/29/2016 Paul Heineman 7/28/2014 Hugh “Dick” McLean 12/10/2011 Frank Munroe III 7/18/2016 Ronald “Ron” Shaw, USAF 1/4/2014

1951 Robert “Bob” Zelko 10/10/2016

1952 Thomas “Jerry” Carter Jr 11/14/2015

1960 William “Bill” MacQuarrie 9/26/2016

1986 Michael Overend 8/15/2016

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Joan Adrian Mother of Jim Adrian ’72 and Joni Adrian Morgan ’75; Wife of the late Bob Adrian, Former Trustee Donna Bruce Sister of Laurie Wachs, Faculty Member; Aunt of Allie Wachs ’08 and Sam Wachs ’11 Paul Dettor Father of “PJ” Paul Dettor '17 and Morgan Dettor '23 Jim Foote Grandfather of Gunner Foote '23, Jordan Foote '26, and Jack Bisciotti '06; Father of Jason Foote and Renee Foote Bisciotti; Father-in-law of Melissa Weeks Foote '93 and Steve Bisciotti '78 Shirley Foote Grandmother of Gunner Foote '23, Jordan Foote '26, and Jack Bisciotti '06; Mother of Jason Foote and Renee Foote Bisciotti; Mother-in-law of Melissa Weeks Foote '93 and Steve Bisciotti '78 James “Jim” Holechek Grandfather of Sean Etter '02 and Kevin Etter '06 Phebe Corckran King Mother of Lindsay King '20; Daughter of Jim Corckran II '63 Jane McDonald Grandmother of Tim Harding '11, Meg Harding '12, and Claire Harding '15

Carolyn Meek Grandmother of Yasmeen Meek '18, Robby Meek '23, and Zarah Meek '21 Eleanor “Ellie” Merrill Mother of Doug Merrill '85, Nancy Merrill '92, Cathy Merrill Williams '87 Mary Lou Mullen Grandmother of Regan King '21 and Ellie King '18 Sheila M. Ottey Grandmother of Danny Ferrer '22; Mother-in-law of Roman Ferrer '87 Jean Rainey Grandmother of Colin Rainey '11, Courtney Rainey '14, and Kevin Rainey '17 Daniel “Dan” Russell Father of Zach Russell '12 and Cory Russell '15 Genevieve “Gen” Staines Mother of Ron Staines '72; Mother-in-law of Liz Mann Carlin '74; Grandmother of Carrie Tilley '99, Ronnie Staines '00, Billy Staines '02, Tim Staines '97, Ben Staines '03, and Mark Staines '08; Great-grandmother of Eli Tilley '30

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i n m e m o r i a m Homer Allen, USN (Ret), 93, of Clermont, Fla. passed away peacefully November 10, 2016, in his home surrounded by family. Everyone who knew Homer would agree he was a larger than life personality. Homer had three life passions, the sea was his first. After graduating from Teaneck High School, he attended Severn School in preparation for admission to The United States Naval Academy where he graduated in 1946 with a degree in marine engineering. His first shipboard assignment was the USS Waldron, a destroyer, stationed in the Pacific where he served as assistant gunnery control officer until the end of WW2. After returning stateside, he was assigned to the USS Hugh Purvis, another destroyer, in Plymouth, England. When his active duty ended in 1948, he joined the US Merchant Marine where he earned his Captain's license. During his 12 years as an oil tanker captain he circled the globe many times. In 1960, he joined Hess Oil Company, Perth Amboy, N.J., where he served as a port captain. After leaving Hess Oil in 1968, he became an independent marine consultant, with the responsibility of bringing wayward cargo ships and tankers home from all corners of the world. While on shore leave in 1972 he was playing golf, his second passion, in Orlando with his old friend Bill Williams when Bill proposed that Homer and he buy a Central Florida business so they could play golf year around. Homer agreed, and one month later they purchased Konsler Steel, a structural steel company owned by Charles and Ellis Konsler. In 1972, it was Clermont's largest private employer. As Central Florida grew up around them they prospered. In 1984 Homer sold his Konsler Steel ownership to enjoy semiretirement, managing his investments and playing golf. Homer's third passion was philanthropy. Homer was an original

supporter of The Boggy Creek Gang, founded by Paul Newman and General Norman Schwarzkopf. In 2010, he was inducted into The Schwarzkopf Society as a charter member. Another favorite charity was South Lake Hospital, where in 2005, The Homer N. Allen Fund for Nursing Scholarships was established. Cornerstone Hospice, Florida Hospital, The Naval Academy and Severn School also benefitted from Homer's loyalty and financial support.

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i n m e m o r i a m William “Bill” Weaver III died November 5, 2016. He was born at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington D.C., and came to Florida from Baltimore in 1986. He graduated from Severn School, received a bachelor's degree from University of Baltimore, and pursued additional studies at Johns Hopkins University in the field of labor and industrial relations. He retired as executive vice president of the Maryland Bankers Association. Prior thereto he was personnel director of the two plants that comprised the Baltimore Division of Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated. He was a former president of the Personnel Administration

Association of Baltimore, a member of the Maryland Governor's Advisory council for Unemployment Security Administration, chairman of the Baltimore Chamber of Commerce unemployment insurance committee, and a deacon of the Towson Presbyterian Church. He was an Eagle Scout and served as chairman of the Stoneleigh Maryland Boy Scout Troop committee. During World War II he served as a tank-gunner in North Africa and Italy. He received the Purple Heart for wounds received in action during the final allied drive on Rome. He was particularly proud of the fact that a member of his family participated in every war in which the United States has been engaged from the Revolutionary War to and including Desert Storm. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 400, Orlando, Fla., the Anzio Beachhead Veterans Association, and the Sunshine Chapter (Florida) of the 1st Armored Division.

1947 70th Reunion Year!

Buzz Hall shared, “To all of my classmates who are still stirring up trouble, I really hope you'll come to our 70th Severn reunion in May. George Boaz, Casey Hernandez, and I will be there, so please join us. Time's a-wasting.”

[Top Left] Homer Allen '42 [Bottom Left] William "Bill" Weaver '42 [Right] Class of '47 amigos at Edwards Cigar Shop in Tampa, Fla. — Buzz Hall, Casey Hernandez and George Boaz (wearing Severn hats!)

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Alumni Weekend May 4-6, 2017

i n m e m o r i a m Samuel Mauldin Chambliss, who was a Ridgefield lawyer and owner of an enormous ranch in Zimbabwe, died on May 5, 2014 in Deland, Fla., following a severe stroke. Born in Plainfield, N.J., on Dec. 15, 1929, he graduated from Severn School in 1947 and went on to graduate from Wilkes College, now known as Bucknell University, and earned his Doctor of Law degree at the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to earn his Master of Law degree in military law from the Judge Advocate General School at the University of Virginia. He then served in Germany as a captain in the JAG Corps of the U.S. Army. He received an honorable discharge from the United States Army Reserve in 1962. After his military service, he moved his family to Chattanooga, Tenn., where he entered private practice in 1957 at the Chambliss firm, co-founded by the grandfather he was named after. He later moved to Connecticut where he continued his legal practice in Westport before settling in Ridgefield, becoming a specialist in the emerging field of environmental law in which he received the Citizen Environmentalist of the Year Award in 1983. He married Janet Bavier Parris in 1979 and the couple visited Zimbabwe in 1983. In 1985 they purchased an 18,500acre ranch in the middle of the country and moved there permanently in August

1987 when the the government asked them to be custodians of that country's endangered black rhino. The Chamblisses and two neighboring landowners enclosed their property with an electric fence, creating a 60,000-acre preserve. Mr. Chambliss became one of only three non non-Zimbabwean "professional hunters and guides" licensed by the National Parks and Recreation Department to lead hunting parties, his family said. "We've got zebra, waterbuck, kudu, impala, reedbuck, elands, and the tsessebe, which is the fastest antelope in the world," he told The Press in the late 1980s. In 2003, Mr. Chambliss's family reports, the government of Zimbabwe expropriated the ranch and he and his wife moved to Gonubie, South Africa, in 2005. In 2012 Mr. and Mrs. Chambliss moved to Deland. i n m e m o r i a m William “Bill” Dickerson, 91, passed away November 29, 2016 in Galloway, N.J. He was born in Wilmington, Del., graduated from P.S DuPont High School in 1943, and joined the navy in World War II, where he served in the Pacific as a machinist mate aboard LST 660. After his discharge he attended Severn School, and then enrolled in the University of Delaware. After graduating from college with a business degree in 1951, he worked for the DuPont Company in Wilmington, first in telecommunications

then in surplus materials until his retirement in 1984. After retirement he worked for Finneran and Haley paints and then as a van driver for Easter Seals. While in college, he met Marilyn Sharp, of Woodbury, N.J. on a blind date for New Year's Eve 1948. They married in 1952 and were life partners until her passing in 2012. He and Marilyn settled in Elsmere, Del. in 1955 with their only child, Gail. Bill was known for his often caustic sense of humor, but also for his generous spirit. Despite the bluster on the outside, he always had his family's backs. He was an avid University of Delaware sports fan and had season football and basketball tickets until he moved to New Jersey. He was also quite a collector of pocket watches, marine chronometers and coins. i n m e m o r i a m Paul “Tom” Heineman, was born in San Francisco in 1930. Architect, teacher, writer, and lover of mathematics, the outdoors, and discussing the issues during extended happy hours, died on July 28, 2014 of a brain tumor, at the age of 84. Tom was born and raised in California until age 9, then spent many years in New England and Baltimore before coming to Miami in 1978 to help design Metrorail. He attended St. John's College and Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, München. Heineman is a registered architect; his father was an engineer. Both were named Paul and both practiced in

[L-R] Samuel Chambliss '47; William "Bill" Dickerson '47; Paul "Tom" Heinemen '47; Frank Munroe '47; Ronald Shaw '47 32

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Baltimore, so he switched his professional name to Tom. After working as an estimator, he began his design career with the Annapolis firm Rogers & Taliaferro (now RTKL). In 1959, while working for Cochran, Stephenson & Wing, he helped found the Baltimore CSI Chapter. In the 1960s he joined others in moving Maryland's Department of Public Improvements to accept CSI's 16 Division Format. In 1969, Heineman met with an informal roundtable held during the CSI Convention that later became specifications consultants in independent practice, where he started "KnowHow", the SCIP newsletter. He served as SCIP President 1993 through 1995. Heineman had his own consulting firm in Baltimore for 10 years. He taught at the Maryland Institute and University of Wisconsin-Madison. At the institute level, he chaired TDC's performance specifying committee and its page format task force. He was named to the long range planning committee and was instrumental in establishing certification and in preparing the first CCS exam. In 1978 he joined the Miami Chapter as he took over specifications for Kaiser Transit Group's Miami Metrorail. In 1980 he became VP of Construction Administration at Ferendino Grafton Spillis Candela. In 1988 he went to Jacksonville to devise master text for Corbel SuperSpec's knowledge-based specifications system. Heineman reactivated his North American Design consulting firm in 1992, worked in rebuilding after hurricane Andrew, then consulted in the expansion of Miami's airport and in revising Miami-Dade's school Spec Guides. Heineman jointly authored, with Harold Rosen, FCSI, "Construction Specifications Writing, 3rd Edition" and "Architectural Materials for Construction" in 1995. He prepared 24 articles for CSI's Construction Specifier. i n m e m o r i a m Frank Munroe of Seabeck, Washington, enjoyed a great life full of family and friends. He graduated from Severn School and joined the Navy at 17 years old. He had a distinguished 30-year

career that included multiple submarine deployments and command of the Navy Astronautics Group in Wahiawa, Hawaii. He retired from the Navy in 1977 but definitely didn't become sedentary. Always ready to take on administrative and treasurer duties, he remained active in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, the Kitsap Rifle & Revolver Club and Quail Park, his retirement community. He helped to organize many Navy Vessel reunions, most notably the U.S.S. Sargo nuclear submarine. His first wife, Mary Munroe, passed in 1995. In 1997, he married his second wife, Helen Degarmo Stone. They created a beautiful home in Olalla that

1952 i n m e m o r i a m Thomas “Jerry” Carter Jr, 80, of Rockville, Md., passed away on November 14, 2015 from mesothelioma cancer. Born in American Samoa where his father, a Navy doctor, was stationed, Jerry moved frequently with his parents and older sister Marilyn (deceased). At age 10, he learned to play golf on sand courses in Egypt. His love of golf continued throughout his life as he developed a low handicap and enjoyed playing courses in Scotland and Ireland. After high school in La Jolla, Calif. and Severn School, he enrolled in a five-year college program, graduating from Amherst College, and from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a bachelor's degree. Graduate work at MIT found him at Oak Ridge, Tenn. and at Cambridge, Mass. to earn his master of science. Accepting employment as a chemical engineer with Atomics International in Canoga Park, Calif., he

lovingly welcomed large groups of family and friends. Helen passed in 2010 and he moved to Lynnwood until his death. i n m e m o r i a m Colonel Ronald G. Shaw went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Dorothy on January 4, 2014. Ron was born in Annapolis on March 7, 1930. He attended Annapolis High School, Severn School, and George Washington College. He entered the U.S. Naval Academy in 1948 and graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemistry in 1952 and elected to enter the Air Force. During his illustrious 27 years in the cont. on p. 36

worked on nuclear reactors in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Winnipeg, Canada, and Piqua Ohio (part of Eisenhower's Atoms for Peace Program). Moving his family to Maryland in 1969, he joined the Atomic Energy Commission to help with the regulation of nuclear reactors. With the formation of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Jerry continued his career with safety licensing of power plants until his retirement in 2000. He made significant contributions to regulatory issues based on his engineering expertise and knowledge of nuclear plant operation.

The Severn 1914 Society Jerry's wife Carol sent Severn a note with a generous gift from Jerry's estate. She wrote, “In [Jerry's] Will, he wanted to recognize the school that helped him in his life's learning and career. This gift is to be used to encourage other young men in their life choices.” Would like to learn more about how to include Severn in your will and make a difference in the lives of Severn students? Visit www.severn1914society.org or give us a call at 410.647.7701 ext 2262 to receive your free Wills Planner.

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asey Hernandez grew up in Tampa, Florida, where his family was involved in running the popular Columbia Restaurant. Through contacts in Florida, his father was able to secure Casey’s older brother Lawrence an appointment to the Naval Academy. It was recommended that Lawrence attend a preparatory year at the Severn School before matriculating. Thus began the relationship between the Hernandez family and Severn School. Casey began his formal education at a military school in Atlanta, Georgia. Things did not go well for him there and he was kicked out. After hanging around the house for a few weeks, Casey’s dad knew he had to get his son back in school. He got together with Mr. Rolland Teel, Headmaster at Severn School, and told him about Lawrence’s

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younger brother. According to Casey, “Mr. Teel did my dad a big favor and admitted me at mid-term. I was probably the only kid who got in to Severn at mid-term.” “We had these exams every Saturday.” And even though he had just arrived, he still had to sit for those exams with the boys in his class. “Now, I was passing these kinds of exams at the military school I attended. But I was getting a 0% on these tests at Severn. Not 25% or 15%, but 0%! I didn't know a darn thing when I started.” He admittedly had been a lackadaisical student, but his Severn teachers “forced him to be a good student.” Casey credited teachers like Mr. Teel, Mr. Kesmodel, and Mr. Halsted for “putting [him] on the right track and educating [him].” He went on to say, “The teachers made you work hard. They drilled it in to you.” With a chuckle and an air of nostalgia, Casey mused, “Oh my Lord, were they strict! There were all sorts of regulations. We'd

get out of some occasionally, but they were strict!” Casey explained his nightly schedule as follows: “At 6:00 pm, we ate dinner. Then we went to our rooms to study. On the 2nd floor of the main building, there were always instructors to help us — science and math would be in one area, and English, history, and the classics in another. We did this five days a week. The bell would ring at 10:00 pm. Then we had 20 minutes to get ready for bed.” Casey did admit that they would sneak out occasionally. “Of course, we didn't have cars or bicycles, so we'd have to walk or run wherever we were going and then hurry back as soon as we could.” Casey has fond memories of playing sports at Severn. His yearbook lists him as a member of the wrestling, football, and lacrosse teams. Thinking back, Casey admits, “I was a terrible wrestler, but I was pretty good at football and even better at lacrosse.” He picked up his first lacrosse stick at Severn, loved the game, and he

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[L-R] The three amigos at the Columbia Restaurant — Buzz Hall '47, George Boaz '47, and Casey Hernandez '47

C L AS S went on to play at the collegiate level. After his graduation from Severn in 1947, Casey went on to the University of Maryland's College of Business, where he majored in political science with a history minor. After college, he wanted to join the Air Force. But before he could enlist, he got a notice to report to New York, where he was served a draft notice. When he explained that he was going to sign up for the Air Force instead, the draft board denied him, and he spent the next two years in the Army. When Casey returned home from his service in the Army, he began working at the Columbia Restaurant, where his father, who had passed away while he was at Severn, had been part-owner. In short time, Casey sold his father's share in the business back to his uncle. In the years that followed, Casey did “one thing after another — some things productive and some not.” He mentioned business endeavors in orange groves, construction, and shrimp boats, to name a few. In 1958, his career path led him to Havana, Cuba, where he took care of the finances at the glamorous Deauville Hotel. Casey said he was there in Havana when Fidel Castro took over Cuba in 1959. Very soon after the takeover, Casey's mom passed away and Casey came home to Tampa, where he has resided ever since. In the years after his graduation from Severn, Casey kept in touch with Mr. Teel. Mr. Teel used to come down to Clearwater, Florida in the summers. He and Casey went out to dinner a few times. Casey shared, “I thought the world of Mr. Teel. He was a good teacher who cared for his students.” One of Casey's sons is a geology professor at Weber State University in Utah. Casey said, “I tell my son Michael to treat his students with dignity — just like Mr. Teel treated us.” Casey is still in touch with classmates Buzz Hall '47 and George Boaz '47, as well as his roommate Bob Miller, a post graduate who studied at Severn for one year before entering the Naval Academy. “I started at Severn in 1944. Man, I've known these guys for 73 years!” Casey, George, and “Buzzy” make a point of seeing each other every year, either in Annapolis or Florida. Just this past October, they came to see him in Florida. He and Bob used to visit every year as well, when Bob came down to central Florida to stay at his time-share. The fact that Casey still keeps in close touch with three of his classmates is remarkable. Casey agrees: “I was very lucky to be in this class at Severn. For some reason, this group always felt special.” While traveling is becoming increasing difficult for him, Casey is very excited about his 70th Reunion this spring, and plans to make every effort to travel here for the event.

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[L] Jack Jones '49 with Alumni Director Grimes [R] Robert Zelko '51 senior photo from the Navigator

1952 65th Reunion Year!

Carol and Alex Morris '52 enjoyed dining with his nephews' families in his Annapolis childhood home this October. A nephew bought the house from the family who bought it from Alex's mother. The Morrises lived there from about 1940 to 1975. The house is on the corner across from Naval Academy Gate 2.

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military, he held many management and command positions at many duty stations all over the world. These include Hondo AFB, Bergstrom AFB, Naha AB, Okinawa, Japan, Maxwell AFB, Ala., Hamilton AFB, Calif., Savannakhet Laos, Phu Cat AB, Vietnam, Andrews AFB, Md., Buenos Aires, Argentina and his final assignment as Chief, Engine Division at Kelly AFB. He retired from active duty in 1975. His awards and decorations include Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service, Commendation Medal AF Commendation Medal, Korean and Vietnam Service Medal, U.N. Medals and many others. A brilliant man, he was fluent in Spanish, French, and Italian. He was a graduate from the Air and Staff College and earned a Master of Science in Public Administration from George Washington University. After retirement, he remained active by teaching at Our Lady Of The Lake University and has been on the adjunct faculty of San Antonio College for the past 25 years. He also held positions on the chemical distribution business and opened "first mover" operation for a Mexican surfactant producer in the U.S. Additionally, he had his own business as a chemical consultant. Ron's hobbies included classical piano, reading and gardening.

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Jack Jones rode his bike from his home in Linstead for a visit to the Alumni House in November. Jack had lots of great stories to tell from his Severn days, when Mr. Teel, Mr. Stone and Mr. Hawkins were some of his favorite teachers. Jack was both a day student and a boarder at Severn and recalled a time "before we had a gym" when wrestling practice was held in the basement of "Shack 1.” Jack is a member of the Athletic Hall of Fame and taught math at Severn for a year in the 1950s. He lives with his wife of over 60 years, Carol Ann.

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i n m e m o r i a m Robert S. Zelko, 84, passed away on October 10, 2016 after a three month illness. He was born on January 21, 1932, in Annapolis. He was a graduate of Severn School in 1951. He obtained his Bachelor of Laws from Eastern College of Commerce and Law (now University of Maryland) and was separated from the Army in 1956, PFC. He practiced criminal defense law in Maryland and Washington, DC. He moved to Vero Beach, Fla. in 1981 and later moved to Ft. Lauderdale, and finally Stuart in 1999.

John Fisher reports, “My wife, Cathy, and I moved to Palo Alto five years ago as part of a "senior move" from McLean, Va. where we raised our five daughters, four of whom settled in California. We bought a piece of property in Palo Alto with our youngest daughter, Lynn and her husband, Tom, which has two houses on it and is interestingly next door to yet another daughter and her husband. So we have a compound — the Fish Bowl — that has turned out to be terrific. Cathy and I have our independence but have family close by if and when needed. We spend our weeks playing duplicate bridge, gardening, helping in the local elementary school (Cathy and I were both high school math teachers for the fifteen years before we retired.), and traveling here on the West Coast. We still stay connected to the East, with several visits each year. Our health is good and we try to stay busy.” Other news from Class of '53 from John Fisher: “Abbie Wainwright wrote me a delightfully thoughtful and informative letter detailing his family activities and some gems from his Severn days. Abbie was a day student even though most of us were boarders. He and his wife have lived in the Boulders in Scottsdale, Ariz. for the last 16 years. Abbie reports they like it even though they are democrats and nongolfers unlike most of the other residents. Travel occupies at least four months a year

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including visits to their daughter in Chicago and son in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. While at Severn, Abbie had the distinction of being the gardener for Mr. Albert Hawkins' wife and a baby-sitter for the Kesmodel's six children. He also was the organist for the early service at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church and a member of the Severna Park Polar Bear Club.” Nic Frank and his wife, Susanne, have settled in Oaji, Calif., an artist community north of Los Angeles. Nic volunteers in the Rotary Club while Susanne works with the Oaji Music Festival. Two of their children along with three grandchildren live about 100 miles south in Seal Beach and Long Beach. A third child lives in Portland with another grandchild. Nic was an MSA "Unsung Hero" as an explosive right halfback for the 1952 Football Team. He also was instrumental in arranging our 50th reunion when past Severn teacher, Tom Peters, was our honored guest. Bob Sears sent in a “fun nostalgia piece I was about to submit to a couple of papers who regularly run my work. Then it came to me that my friends at Severn might enjoy it so I reworked things a little for a better fit. Hence my next Pulitzer Prize contender, 'Goodbye, my dear, I am returning to the Fifties'. (See next page)

1957 60th Reunion Year!

Hank Caldwell recently stopped by Alumni House while visiting from Illinois. We had a nice visit, caught up a bit, and looked at some yearbooks from the 1950s archives together! Nick Goldsborough visited campus in November to join Headmaster Lagarde and former Severn School distinguished alumni for our Distinguished Alumni Dinner and Awards presentation.

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Dale Carrison has many great memories of his year as a post grad student and has had an interesting life after leaving Severn. He initially entered the Naval Academy but had to be medically discharged due to problems related to a sports injury while attending the Naval Academy Prep School. He subsequently moved to California, worked in law enforcement as a deputy sheriff, and later worked with the FBI. Dale furthered his education by getting a master's degree in biology and entered medical school when he was 43. He is currently an emergency physician in Las Vegas, Nev. and is a professor and chairman for emergency medicine for the University of Nevada School of Medicine.

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John Leimkuhler reports that the Class of '59 stays in close touch, coming together regularly for lunches in the Baltimore/ Annapolis area. They have gathered for the last three years for a special Christmas dinner as well. John swung by Severn's Alumni House in November for a visit! He reported that Gray Riddick, who has retired to Morganton, N.C. called to say he was coming to the area to attend a wedding and hoped to catch up with some classmates. Monty Baker sent out his email list and eleven 1959'ers and one '61 ate lunch at Mike's Crab House on October 7. They shared stories for more than two hours! See photo of the group. Pictured clockwise from lower left: Bruce Burns '61, John Leimkuhler, Lehr Jackson, Bob Pearson, Monty Baker, Gray Riddick, John Rogers, Bat Masterson, Jack Norris, Dough Davidson, Merritt Vaughn, and Tom Dawson. The gang also got together for their 4th annual Christmas luncheon organized by Don and Carol Trumpy at Deep Creek Restaurant on December 8. Dinner group included Norm and Joyce Masterson, MaryAnn Norris, Pam and Tom Dawson, Kate and Bob Pearson, Jim and Kathy Mylander, Joyce and Bill Roesler, Carol and Don Trumpy, Jack Norris, and Carol and Monty Baker.

[L] John Leimkuhler '59 with Alumni Director Grimes [M] The Class of 59 (and 1 61) Lunch Bunch at Mike's Crab House [R] William “Bill” MacQuarrie

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"Goodbye, my dear, I am returning to the Fifties." by Bob Sears '53 The below drawing was illustrated by Denny Solter '53, a close friend and classmate of mine at Severn. This is an astounding piece of work considering Denny was 15 — perhaps all of 16 years old — when he drew this. In my opinion he had extraordinary artistic talent. Note, by the way, the state-of-the-art athletic gear we had and the well groomed playing field. Denny was not only a close friend but he and his mom took pity on me from time to time and had me over for weekends at their home in Annapolis. This was very special since I lived on the west coast and only got home in summer. Denny's original is framed, in my office and always where I can see it. Oh, and as for you doing your artwork in class? Mum's the word, pal.

There's a small office in my house where I do the stuff that writers do such as stare for mega amounts of time at a blank computer screen while waiting for an inspiration. Inspirations don't come often but when they do, they usually happen suddenly and without warning. I know when one is about to happen because all at once both my typing fingers begin twitching and then race to the keyboard and fly around in a desperate attempt to get the words on the screen before they desert me — which can also happen suddenly and... My desk has room for my computer, a copier and all that stuff I will organize and file — tomorrow. And, oh yeah, there's a little space left over where I can bang my head when the aforementioned inspirations just won't come fast enough. There's a bunch of miscellaneous memorabilia on the walls of my office, including a variety of certificates, diplomas and other things that no one ever looks at. I'm pretty sure some have expired. I don't know that because I never look at them. One thing that does get a lot of attention from visitors though is “Dopey” from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. He's an original Disney animation cell autographed for me personally by Walt himself. Along with an assortment of treasured family photos there's a shot of the USS Purdy (DD 734), affectionately known as the “Dirty Purdy” by those of us who knew her. We took her — or more accurately she took us — to Gitmo when Fidel was nosing around down there during the Cuban thing. We like to think that she had something to do with Fidel's loss of interest in our base there. There's a picture of my 1964 Cadillac Coupe de Ville, the best darned ride I ever had, and another of my friend Jim and I standing in a Vegas casino next to “a-million-dollars-in-actual-cash”. Alongside that one is another shot of the same two guys, same casino, and same million dollars but this one's just a little different — it was taken forty years later. We hadn't changed a bit. Anyway, to get to the point, just above my copy machine is something else. Something that has had a place on the wall of every office I've occupied since the late Seventies. It's a framed copy of a Jim Berry cartoon I came across in the New Yorker a long time ago. Maybe you've seen it: This guy is standing in his living room ready to exit the front door. He's dressed “sixties business style” in suit and tie, top coat and fedora — with suitcase in one hand, briefcase in the other. He's turned toward his wife who's relaxing in a wingback chair nearby. She looks up and he speaks — “Goodbye, my dear,” he says, “I am returning to the Fifties.” When I'm stumped on the best way to phrase something or other, or just waiting for that illusive inspiration to come along, I kick back and my gaze always wanders to that work by Jim Berry with which I so thoroughly identify. “Goodbye, my dear, I am returning to the Fifties”. With all the turmoil of the sixties and seventies there were plenty of us who would have gladly put ourselves in that picture. “Boy, can I ever relate to that,” we thought. But, who among us could possibly have imagined then how much more weight those words would carry today? Call me retro but the world seemed like a whole lot nicer place back then. Bob Sears is Severn Class of 1953. After his sophomore year at Severn he transferred to Menlo School in California and went on to attend USC. Today Sears is a business owner, author and

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freelance writer living in St. George, Utah. He can be contacted at boge007@msn.com

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i n m e m o r i a m William “Bill” MacQuarrie, III age 76, of Bolivia, N.C. formerly of Long Island, N.Y. passed away on September 26, 2016. Born in San Francisco, Calif. on August 4, 1940, Bill was a retired co/owner of the Electric Battery Corp. of Jamaica, N.Y. and was a veteran in the US Army National Guard.

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Jim Fair stopped by the Alumni House to say hello and check out the campus! Jim "lives" in San Francisco, but for the last 7 1/2 years, he and his wife, Linda, have been sailing around the world on Chesapeake, their Outbound 46 sailboat. He's in Annapolis for a short time, and informs us that they have another year to go to complete their circumnavigation. They'll spend the winter in the Caribbean and then transit the Panama Canal in early 2017. Follow their adventure on their blog: seaofchangeagain.wordpress.com. While in Annapolis, Jim visited Sara Shay, the 97year old mother of Donald Shay '63, who disappeared while flying over Laos in 1970, during the Vietnam War.

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Sandy Clark is enjoying retirement, visiting children and grandchildren in six states, and looking forward to a European vacation in 2017. Keep those class notes coming! Bill Gideon's oldest granddaughter Sarah is going off to college next year. Sarah will be one of the first graduates of her charter school, Sussex Academy in Georgetown, Del. Bill is enjoying life in Lewes, Del. Bill is active in the senior center, where he plays Pinochle twice a week. Bill keeps up with classmate Dick Bennett and shared some

great stories about his fellow alums when he called the Alumni House in November.

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Richard Templeton writes in a special message for '66ers: “There was a good response to the class history, 'Looking Back from 50 Years Out,' to which 44 of you contributed the content. Thank you for sharing so many amusing tales and tribulations, along with appreciations of our time at Severn. If anyone hasn't received the PDF version, which can be printed and bound at any copy shop, let me know. Any additional feedback or information is welcome. Those of our class listed below have not been contacted for lack of any available information. If you have any knowledge of them, I might also interview them and add them to our history: Joseph F. Bruce, Frederic D. G. Davis, II, Robert J. Freeman, Michael N. Frimenko, Dennis A. Green, Gregory S. Hall, Eugene F. Kallman, David E. Lord, Daniel E. McGarry, Jr., Joseph A. Meyertholen, Robert O. Mink, Jr., Timothy J. Moore, Robert A. Peck, William C. Stampados, Nicholas Tenaglia, Rodney L. Tolerton, Peter Erik Van Helden

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Bob Dodge has been married for almost 43 years and is still working. “I love my job, coaching small business owners and facilitating monthly meetings of three peer advisory boards of 7-10 business owners. My daughter Molly (41) is in Wasilla, Alaska and son David (37) is in the Denver area. I have FIVE grandsons (and holding!).” Jay Downin reports, “After working in the health insurance industry at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Maryland and, for the last ten years, at the Centers for Medicare and

Medicaid Services (the part of the federal government that oversees Medicare and Medicaid) I retired in April of this year. I'm still trying to adjust to retirement. This February, my wife Kim and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary with a trip to Vail, Colo. Kim is an avid skier. I had my knee replaced in 2015 (hurt the knee originally playing lax at Severn), so I don't ski anymore but love the Rocky Mountain scenery. We have a boat and we spend a lot of time cruising the Chesapeake Bay during boating season. We have lived in the same house for the last 14 years, the same that I lived in when I attended Severn in the Annapolis area. (My nickname back then was Hands.) I have a special needs daughter who just turned 30, seven nieces and nephews, and four great nieces and nephews. We will definitely attend the 50th in 2018.” Mike Gerich shared, “I put in about 30 years working for the federal government and, to borrow someone else's phrase, am now more-or-less retired (I still manage a family-owned LLC, which owns the property where Cafe Normandie operates on Main Street in Annapolis). I live in a condo behind the courthouse in Annapolis (which longtime Annapolitans would know as the "old hospital"). I saw Shannon McDowell awhile back at a baseball game with my brotherin-law Roger who practiced dentistry in Annapolis. And, I see Marlin Smith now and then. And to Stew Stack, let me know if you hear about any 'interesting acting parts' for 'more mature guys'. I am still acting a bit (mostly extra roles, but I did get in front of the camera for a couple of times on “House of Cards”).” Dave Glenn shared with us, “I retired from the Calvert Memorial Hospital and still work in the urgent care centers. I have been married for 36 years and have two kids

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: JOSEPH "JOE" WALKOWSKI '67

alkowski currently lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with his wife Cynthia and their dogs. He is a director and shareholder at TraskBritt Intellectual Property Attorneys. He loves to run, ski, and fly fish. In fact, for the last 12 years or so, a group of his friends have taken an annual fishing trip to Montana. When reflecting on his life experiences, Joe said emphatically, “Severn sure made a positive impact on my career.” After graduating from Severn in 1967, Joe went to the University of Delaware, where he earned his Bachelor of Mechanical

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Engineering. He completed his graduate work at Georgetown Law School, where he was recruited by Halliburton Company. Joe began work for Halliburton in their Oklahoma headquarters. While there, he earned his Master of Business Administration at Oklahoma City University, a degree he credits with making him the business lawyer he is today. After working in a few corporate positions, Joe's career path eventually led him to TraskBritt, Intellectual Property Attorneys in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he has been for the past 26 years. This boutique firm serves a suite of national and international clients. According to the firm's biography of Joe, “his practice focuses on acquisition and exploitation of intellectual property rights and his background

includes substantial experience in U.S. and international patent prosecution as well as intellectual property licensing and litigation.” And while Joe modestly told The Bridge, “I haven't had as stellar a career as many other alumni/ae,” we beg to differ! Joe was named one of The Best Lawyers in America in the field of Intellectual Property and was named among the “Utah Legal Elite” by Utah Business Magazine. It was in Oklahoma that Joe met “the love of his life” Cynthia. They have been married for 26 years. According to Joe, “she is a gourmet cook so I am well fed!” Joe has a stepdaughter named Whitney and a grandson named Joel. They both live in Oklahoma, in the same town where he met Cynthia. Joe and Cynthia also have a lake home in Idaho. They enjoy spending summers there with Whitney and Joel. Thinking back to his experience at Severn, Joe declared that Severn was the “overall best thing that ever happened to me as far as building a career and knowing what you could do.” He remembers a culture at Severn “where you were evaluated on what you could do and not who you were.” At Severn, merit is what mattered. “I was blessed to have the teachers I did. They were superb. They pushed everyone in class to do their best.” Joe went on to explain that he was extremely well prepared by his Severn teachers. “It wasn't until second semester of my junior year in college — in the mechanical engineering program — that I actually learned something new. That's how well prepared we were.” Joe recalls that the math and science

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faculty were mostly retired Naval officers. In particular, he remembers Captain Franklin Slaven, as a teacher who “didn't cut anyone any slack. At the same time, he was very kind and supportive.” Joe remembers that the English and history faculty were “mostly young guys from Cambridge and Oxford.” He explained, “They taught you the classics, their meaning, and made it exciting.” Joe named Mr. Lynald Silsbee as one of those teachers that really made history “come alive.” Not only were students supported and encouraged by great faculty in the classroom, but on the athletic fields as well, according to Joe. He remembers that the students “all got along and you weren't criticized if you weren't any good.” Being that the school was small, the faculty wanted students to play on as many sports teams as they could. Joe recalls playing football and lacrosse (“I wasn't that good”) and tennis (“Yes, I was good at that!”) As an only child, Joe credits Severn sports for teaching him how to get along with other guys, which he says “helped me through my career immensely.” Joe visited Severn's new campus once in October 2015. In town for business, he stopped by briefly on a Sunday with his wife, who had never traveled to Maryland before, let alone to Severn. Joe gave her a mini tour, but would love a chance to peek inside the new building in the future. Joe remarked, “It is a much more impressive place now than when I went there.” Joe said he is going to look into a trip back to campus for his 50th reunion this spring!

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Bona Hurst-Ellis | rellis@msn.com

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Gary Zorn | gzorn@cpsgumpert.com

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Catherine Clarke| catherineclarke@verizon.net

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(27 & 14), two grandchildren (3 years & 9 mos), and one wife. To stay out of trouble I work as medical director for Calvert County EMS & SWAT. I also continue to teach theater proximate pyrotechnics and consult on special FX for Arena Stage and Shakespeare Theater. I still remember with joy doing “The Lady's Not For Burning” at Severn. Great to hear from all.” Al Grzech shared, “I live in Poteau, Okla. with my great gal Jan, three dogs, one cat and two horses on our hobby ranch. I am a dentist working for the Choctaw Indian nation clinic here, doing some part time private practice. I play keyboards in a jazz band named Hourglass who just finished a CD that will be going to mastering and release in January (check our website for details). I still have the same hot rod red ski boat I did at Severn (completely restored) and I run the beautiful lakes and Arkansas river with it. My other hobbies include oil painting and wood sculpture, skeet and trap shooting, and I'm a member of the local Rotary involved in community projects. The latest was a unique "grill jam" outdoor concert where we pulled together 24 musicians from the area's top six bands for a cookout jam session in October. Admission for the event was one new unwrapped toy for local needy children — hundreds of toys were donated. My stepson Alex '01 is a public defender attorney living in Frederick, Md.” Ray MacKown retired from Navy Reserves in '94 and American Airlines in '08. “I'm just a basic slacker these days, still into sports (surf, bike, ski, board, golf, run, hike, lacrosse goalie for over 60 team, swim) and married to Jan going on 30 yrs (no kids). We live part of year in Palm Coast, Fla. and part in Park City, Utah. And yes, we got crushed by hurricane Matthew!”

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Shannon McDowell shared with us, “I'm loving watching my two adult children: Brandon '97 and Skylar '98 leap into parenthood and life. They are absolutely wonderful people, in spite of my influence. They each have three children, all different and equally amazing! I retired in 2012 from the VA. I have a couple of houses in Homewood that keep me busy, and can be found at St. Margaret's Church working on my soul and church property. Life is great, my health is great and I have every intention of seeing everyone at our 50th, if not before.” Jared Smith reminisced, “I was a day student in 10th grade and a boarder in 11th and 12th. I was fortunate enough to have lived in one of the old dorms before the new one was built. Or should I say I survived the one year I was there. With that said though I managed to take on a different aspect in life after graduation. I just retired July 1st after 44 years in the construction game and am proud to be retired with my wife of over ten years by my side. I was credit manager in two large companies through those years. I have two children. One lives in Montana and has two children and a stepchild. I have a daughter in Fairfield, Conn. who has twins and triplets. I am looking to relocate from the Guilford, Conn. area as our state is not too tax friendly. The snow doesn't bother me so as of late I've been looking for houses in New Hampshire. We did go down to the Carolinas too. I am looking forward to being at the 50th reunion.” Tom Smith shared, “Tina and I were married right out of college in 1972 and are celebrating 44 wonderful years together! We have two children, Russell (44) and Tucker (39). Between the two we have five

grandchildren — four boys and one girl, ranging in ages from 12 to 8. I'm mostly retired from being a government accounts rep for a floor maintenance equipment company. I say "mostly" because I've been a substitute teacher for close to 10 years and just finished what will be my last long term assignment. I'll continue to work day to day. Tina is extremely busy with her bridge groups, volunteer work, and "real" work at a local funeral home as a receptionist for visitations. All in all, life is very good!” Stewart Stack reports, “I retired from working on film sets, but still have a hand in Serious Grip & Electric, the equipment rental company I started in 1983. I have two sons. One works with me, the other is a musician whose principal project is a band called Wye Oak. I'm married to Anne Brant, my date from the senior prom for 42 years. We have two amazing granddaughters.” Stewart stopped by Alumni House in January for a nice chat with Alumni Director Carrie MacVean Grimes '91. George Tolson shared, “I retired from the Army in 1997 and as a stockbroker at Morgan Stanley in 2007. I married my third wife in 2007, since that time have been playing tennis three or four days a week and golf twice. For the past eight years I have traveled a lot, Europe for four weeks each year (my wife was Austrian and still has family there) and usually two weeks in the Caribbean. My wife died in June after her second valve replacement. I have been battling bladder cancer for two years and last checkup was good. I have two sons, one in Asheville and one in Charleston. Living close to Charlotte I spend a lot of time with them. The 40th was a lot of fun and I will be there for fifty God willing!”

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Tom Tubman shared, “I'm 67, mostly retired, enjoying all, especially grandchildren (5). Carolyn and I will celebrate 46 years in January. She is obviously a tolerant woman. I'm currently sitting on a porch overlooking the Little Wicomico River, getting ready to rake leaves on a second yard. The other property is about 45 acres — two great places to hide and enjoy.” Chooch Turner reports, “I have been very fortunate having been married to my lovely wife, Suzanne for 46 years in February (what a saint she is!) We have a daughter and two sons. The youngest will turn 40 in January. We are also blessed with five grandkids currently ages 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 — and another on the way! After working underground construction for six years, I became a sales rep for a pipe company, After 37 years with that company, I joined a local distributor — still selling, but coming home every night. Also, had a knee replacement last December due to an old (1987) lacrosse injury that occurred after returning from a tournament in Vail, which may have been the last time I saw Ray. We moved for work to Michigan in 1978, Tennessee in 1980, back to Fallston, Md. in 1981, Medford, NJ in 2004, and back to Ruxton, Md. in 2007. I really enjoyed our 40th and hope that you all will make the

trip in 2018. I will absolutely join you all back at Severn at least one more time.” George Turner shared, “I am still living at the Old Same Place on the Severn River with Christine. We just became grandparents for the first time (it will take some time to catch up with Bob) and are enjoying that part of our lives very much. I'm still working in Real Estate in Annapolis, now with my son Ryan '01, "Team Turner". I was at Severn over Thanksgiving for a Severn St. Mary's Alumni Lax game to watch my other son Drew '04 play. The school has come a long way from our days of the "Cheese Pot" and Teel Hall. I still see David Wright, Harry Hurst, Tim Stedman but Jake Vandergrift has retired and moved away. Now that I know 50 years is coming up I understand why my knee hurts so much. Love to hear what everyone else is up to!”

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Glenn Frame shared, “After many years in business development with Lockheed Martin and TESSCO Technologies, I retired to Ft. Myers on the beautiful gulf coast of southwest Florida. My wonderful wife Melanie has put up with me for 44 years and we have two sons and four beautiful grandchildren. I treasure the six years

I spent at Severn before it went co-ed. We still had all the old original buildings, boarding students from all over the country, and most of our instructors were former military, General Hommel, Captain Ogden, Captain Marable, to name a few. I'm so grateful my parents scraped together the money to send me to Severn! I often say there are two major events that soundly prepared me for life — my time at Severn and my service in the Marine Corps. Thank you, Severn School!”

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Gary Zorn is married and living in Easton, Md. “I will be finishing up a new degree in substance abuse counseling in the spring of 2017 and have been working in the field part time for five years. I am a founding partner in Therapeutic Value, an outpatient clinic for substance abuse for adolescents in the Annapolis area. I am still maintaining a full-time position as a sales executive at Ironmark, a full service print and marketing firm located in Howard County.”

1978

Steve Schuh and Dania Blair were married last fall in a private ceremony at Saint Mary's Parish in Annapolis and were joined by their parents, siblings and children. Steve and Dania attended the Distinguished Alumni Dinner on campus in November.

1979

Beverly Miniter Veit retired from the senior executive service at NASA this past July after completing 33 years of service with the Federal Government (30 with the Department of Navy and 3 with NASA). Her daughter Allison '15 is a sophomore at Elon University (her alma mater) and her son Brendan is Class of 2018 at Severn.

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[L] Mike Overend '86 [M] Felicia Sass Greenfield '90 received the Best Actress Award from Film Fest International in “As Life Shifts" [R] Alexi Dzurek '91 enjoying the great outdoors

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Mark Goodman is enjoying waterfront life in Annapolis with his wife T.J. and their children Jess (8) and Josh (10). They enjoy camping, boating and travel! Ginger Steele Jenkins lives in Wilmington, N.C. Her son Travis '04 just welcomed his second child and her daughter Chelsea '10 is getting married next September. She hopes to make it to Severn for Alumni Weekend this spring.

1984

Susan Tyndall Leonard is busy teaching Bible full-time at Annapolis Area Christian School after finishing her master's degree in theology.

1986

i n m e m o r i a m Michael "Mike" Reed Overend of Frankford, Del., formerly of Annapolis, died August 15, 2016. Mike is survived by his mother, Michele Overend of Selbyville, Del., and brothers Chris Overend, of Arnold, Md., and Scott Overend, of Baldwin, Md. and their families. Mike attended Severn School and graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in political science. He had a passion for athletics, especially soccer and football.

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Kristin Quirk-Clavenger is owner of Quirk-n-Bach Pottery, a private clay art studio located on the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland. Her studio specializes in functional stoneware, tiles, and earthenware pottery and also offers camps and open studio classes. All pots are handmade by both Kristin, and her business partner Cameron Bach. Each piece is finished using original glazes, formulated and mixed in the studio.

1987 30th Reunion Year!

Tara Frame shared, “My son, Gavin '21, started in 6th grade last year and is loving Severn and being in the 7th grade this year! My family is ecstatic to have him join in the family legacy (my brother Glenn Frame '70 and my sister Michele Frame Miller '80). My husband and I have been traveling lately. We headed out to Indio, Calif. in October for the Desert Trip music festival with my college roommate and her husband. Last month, we celebrated my husband's birthday with a trip to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, along with his twin brother and his wife. We had a fantastic time! What a surprise to run into my classmate, Penny Leatherwood Kennedy and her husband John, in the airport leaving D.R.! Looking forward to seeing everyone at our 30th reunion next Spring.”

1988

Drew Burns wrote in to report, “I recently played in the Black Friday old man's Alumni game and we beat St. Mary's 7-6 in front of a packed crowd at Admiral Stadium! It was fun seeing lots of the guys (none from my class). I ran into Craig Bullen at a golf tourney fundraiser at Compass Pointe. He's still seems to be doing great. I spend a lot of time with Severn alums Robyn and Karen Formica and played some mean Thanksgiving street hockey with their whole family including the oldest sister Stefani. I regularly attend functions with Kirk Jay, Sam Bradshaw (they both played in Alumni game) Scott and Whitney Kerridge.” Congrats to Nicole Feliciano on the recently released, "MomBoss: Balancing Entrepreneurship, Kids, and Success". The book provides inspiring anecdotes and a roadmap for startups. Nicole is the CEO of Momtrends Media, a million dollar brand that publishes two of the nation's top blogs for moms: Momtrends.com and TheShoppingMama.com. Her NYC-based company has produced more than 450 videos, and over 100 virtual and live events.

1990

Felicia Sass Greenfield is busy living and working in New York City as an actress. She has most recently been seen in “House of

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Cards,” “One Life to Live,” and “Homeland.” She also was the recipient of a Best Actress Award from Film Fest International for her work in the feature film “As Life Shifts.”

1991

Melissa Allen is enjoying a busy life in the D.C. area with her children Ollie, Josie and Owen. She is the principal and creative director for MAD Creative (madcreativedc. com), a creative firm specializing in identity, web, and print design. Matt Baker is enjoying life in Austin where he is a senior VP at Dell EMC Strategy and Planning. He recently participated as a speaker in the TEDxNewBedford: Vision Conference where he spoke about the space and place of technology. We are hoping to pin this busy guy down for a visit during a trip to Austin in January! James Duncan and his wife Wendy are enjoying life in Reston, Va. and just celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary. They have two daughters, Addison (11) and Megan (9). Addison and Megan participated in lacrosse summer camp at Severn last year.

Alexi Dzurec is married to his beautiful wife Christina with two amazing daughters Avalon and Sasza, living in Santa Fe, N.M. He launched his own Architectural practice, Autotroph (www.autotrophdesign. com) almost 10 years ago. He recently expanded his operation to Baltimore. His firm works primarily in affordable housing and community projects. His firm has been awarded several design awards. He enjoys spending time with the family and getting out to the great outdoors whenever possible to hike, bike and ski. Karin Formica Tator ran into Carrie MacVean Grimes in early October when she was out for a run on Severn's campus. She is busy raising her three children with husband Kevin in Arnold, Md.. Jim Gibbons wrote into Alumni House with a great update, “Hello fellow 91'ers! This is my first time entering class notes so please forgive the length and format. I'm still in Severna Park and loving every minute of it with my fantastic wife of 19 years, Danielle, and our energetic teenage sons, Jameson and Colin. Yes, we are still very much a lacrosse family and if you are wondering where my free time is spent, you'll find me on the sideline or in the stands. Jameson

is now a junior in high school (am I making you feel old yet!?) and we've been visiting colleges for campus tours and lacrosse prospect camps. My middle schooler Colin has an almost equally challenging schedule to keep up with (I know, preaching to the choir!) but enjoy every minute of it. Most of you know I've been practicing as a financial advisor for 19 years but as of 2012 I, with my partner Steve Marohl, started G&M Investment Group, a boutique investment advisory firm. My reason for mentioning this is we are undergoing a full rebrand as we execute our growth strategy so we will have a completely new look and marketing campaign for 2017 as we introduce Alpha Pointe Capital to the marketplace. Outside of my business, I serve on the Boards of the Chesapeake Regional Tech Council as well as a new entrepreneur group Launch!Annapolis. Both of these organizations serve the entrepreneurinnovative communities throughout the State of Maryland and I continuously run into fellow Admiral alumni from all different class years from young to slightly graying. Over the years I've had the fortune of reconnecting, “running into”, and visiting with so many of you, more importantly I look forward to seeing you all soon.”

There are many benefits to you when you leave Severn in your will or name Severn as a beneficiary.

There is an easy way for you to make a difference for Severn students and faculty. Name Severn in your will.

•Y our gift doesn't cost you anything today •Y our gift is free of federal and estate tax •Y ou can change your mind •Y ou can still benefit your heirs with specific gifts •Y ou can leave a legacy and make a difference If you would like more information on how to name Severn in your will, or to make a beneficiary designation, please call or visit our website. We look forward to welcoming you into the Severn 1914 Society. Mary Kernan Salsich p: 410.647.7701 x 2261 e: m.salsich@severnschool.com w: severn1914society.org

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: JULIE AYERS MCLEOD '92

ulie currently lives near Tampa, Florida with her husband Ryan, her 14-year-old son Tyler, and her 12-year-old daughter Kelsey. She works as the senior data Strategist for the Hillsborough Public School District in Tampa. She loves spending time with her family and watching her children in their sporting events. Tyler plays high school golf, and Kelsey is a competitive gymnast, who travels the country for meets. Those who knew Julie at Severn also knew her very involved parents – Steve, a former trustee, and Sandy, the manager of the bookstore and the president of the Mothers' Club. They both live in Florida now, too. When thinking back to her life at Severn, her first thought is, “How did I manage to do all those activities?” Julie's 7-year resume at Severn is impressive. In fact, combing through the 1992 yearbook, it's hard to find an activity she didn't participate in! Perhaps that is why

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she was the recipient of the Jonah Halsted Activities Award at her graduation. Julie has fond memories of playing soccer at Severn. “I remember playing with a great group of girls and having lots of fun.” There were 10 seniors on her '91 team, and many of them still keep in touch on Facebook. Julie was a co-captain, as well as the team MVP, her senior year. She also has “interesting” memories of the playing tennis at Severn. There was no girls team at the time so she played on the boys team. She was the only girl in the whole league, and that made things “interesting” as she put it. “Guys did not like the idea of playing a girl. It presented a mental challenge. No boy wants to lose to a girl!” At first, she encountered lots of grumbling amongst her teammates, but soon, they softened and welcomed her like a sister, of whom they were protective. Julie won the team MVP her senior year. She was very excited when she made the tennis team at Washington & Lee, where she could

finally wear a skirt and play on a girls team! As posed by the '92 Navigator “Remember When” page, “Do you remember when Julie Ayers and Grace Wu weren't working on the yearbook?” Julie vividly remembers the hours upon hours that she and Grace spent in the basement of the Teel Academic Center, working on the yearbook. “This was before things were digitized. We had hard copies of everything and had to trim and place all the pictures by hand.” She was grateful, at least, to share the workload with her good friend Grace. Upon graduation from Severn, Julie went to Washington & Lee College in Lexington, Virginia. In 1996, she graduated with a bachelor of developmental psychology with a concentration in Spanish. Her Severn Spanish teacher Senora Claudia McLaughlin would be happy to hear that Julie, winner of the Frederick S. Hemry Spanish Award at graduation, spent a summer between her sophomore and junior year in Spain and has fantastic memories of that experience.

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C L AS S After college graduation, Julie moved to Florida to teach at St. Stephen's Episcopal School. She taught Spanish, math, and psychology and coached soccer and tennis. After three years of teaching, Julie went on to get her Master of Education in Measurement and Evaluation. Using this degree, she began working in Tampa for Hillsborough County Public Schools, the 8th largest district in the country, for their Title I program, doing program evaluations to raise student achievement in high poverty schools. Again, Senora McLaughlin would be happy to hear that Julie was able to use her Spanish skills in her job, as the largest population in the school district is Hispanic. After nine years in that position, Julie took on the challenge of a new post in the same school district. In July 2016 she was appointed senior data strategist. This new position combines her love for working with kids and her math skills (she is a self-proclaimed “data geek”) to help schools improve and meet the goals in their strategic plan. In her new role, she works to help improve graduation rates and prepare students for post-secondary education. When asked about her strongest memories of Severn, Julie names the people who made the biggest impression on her. She remembers Doc Heslin and his family fondly. She used to drive up to Baltimore to babysit his kids. “He's the kind of teacher you just wanted to hang out with.” She names Mrs. Louise Williams, the middle school principal, as someone she looked up to. “She was one of the those people who made everyone feel like you were her favorite.” She said that Mrs. Susan Gray, one of her favorites, inspired her in a subject that wasn't her favorite. She recalls fun times with Senora McLaughlin on field trips to Washington, DC. Julie is still in touch with classmates Grace Wu Chan '92 an endocrinologist in California, and Amy Russell Kirkner '92 a nurse in Baltimore. Despite living on opposite sides of the country, she and Grace got their families together in San Francisco two years ago. “It was great to have my kids meet hers!” Julie's kids have also met Amy's — both families vacationed together in Disney World. Julie is very excited about her 25th Reunion — she has already booked her flight! The Alumni Relations team is also excited to catch up in Tampa with Julie and her parents, Steve and Sandy, after the Severn Social in Florida this February.

The A-Z Alumni Spotlight, a new feature of The Bridge, aims to highlight Severn alumni in all walks of life. Continue reading on page 54.

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Send your Class Notes to your Class Secretary to be included in the next issue of The Bridge. If your class does not have a secretary and you are interested, please email c.grimes@severnschool.com

1980

Email c.grimes@severnschool.com

1981

Stacey Hendricks Manis | maniss@comcast.net

1982

Tracy Tischer | tctischer@gmail.com

1983

Molly Moore Green | m.green@severnschool.com

1984

Email c.grimes@severnschool.com

1985

Julie Greer Katcef | juliekatcef@verizon.net

1986

Sara Tabasi Toomey | charleysangels@verizon.net

1987

Amy B. Tate | amytate1@verizon.net

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Drew Burns | dburns@pcmservices.com

1989

Holly Hodson | holly@hollyhodson.com

1990

Blairlee Meade Owens | blairleeowens@me.com

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Heather Clark Piskorowski | heatherpisko@gmail.com

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Matt Sarro | mattsarro@gmail.com

1992

Jennifer Molesevich | jennpm1@msn.com

1993

Dave Sobel | dave@evolvetech.com

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Mike Calabrese | calabrese_michael@hotmail.com

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Carrie MacVean Grimes and Nikki Huberfeld enjoyed a girls' weekend together in Louisville, Ky., in December. They had a fabulous time catching up, sharing laughs, and exploring Louisville! Nikki Huberfeld recently published a landmark casebook on health law titled “The Law of American Health Care”. Nikki is the associate dean of academic affairs and Ashland-Spears distinguished research professor of law at the University of Kentucky. She is living in Lexington with her husband Dave and 7-year-old daughter Sofi. Bridget Hargadon Hughes recently stopped by Alumni House to drop off a signed copy of her book “Unlocking the Heart of Healing”. Bridget and her husband own two healing arts centers, one in the Medical Pavilion at Howard County General Hospital/Johns Hopkins Medicine, and one in the Historic Codd building across the street from Severn! Bridget sees patients for acupuncture and peak performance coaching, and conducts Skype sessions with clients across the country wanting to apply the principles of her book to unlock their highest physical, spiritual, and mental health. Her book focuses on unlocking dormant inner resources through our HeartMindBody connection. Bridget also pioneered the idea of books in cursive to overcome b, d, p, and q reversals to help dyslexics read, and co-authored two children's books with her son. Bridget lives in Pasadena with her husband Brandon and 9-year-old son Bain. Cheryl Helman Madden continues to enjoy life in the Philadelphia area and is busy working as a clinical psychologist for the Veterans Health Administration while raising her two children Dahlia and David. In October she was delighted to become an aunt to a new nephew, Daniel Stephen, son of Jon Helman '94.

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[L] Nicole Huberfield '91 [M] Melissa Allen '91 [R] Bridget Hargadon Hughes '91 with "Unlocking the Heart of Healing”

Matt Long and Kristin Gillis Long are enjoying life in Eastport with their three sons Nate (11), Sam (9) and Graeme (6). Kristin works in wealth management at Merrill Lynch and Matt is the Owner of Gate One Builders in Annapolis. They are busy with lacrosse, basketball and soccer! Tim Phillips recently moved to London with his family where he is working in real estate development and fund management. Tim keeps in touch with classmates Alexi Dzurec, Jim Gibbons, Sam Levin and Seth Tuwiner. Julianne Steele Bing and her husband Andrew live in Sherwood Forest with their four children and are running a business together. Her son Jonathan is a member of the Severn Class of 2020. Scott Talbott is living in Austin, Texas working for Progressive Insurance as corporate counsel. His two children Trent and Tauna are currently in college. Melissa White Morsberger and her husband Steve adopted a son, Lyonia Matthew Morsberger (age 10) in January 2017 from the Ukraine. Lyonia joins his new sisters Abigail (15), Katherine (13) and Molly (6) at the family's new home in Eldersburg, Md.

1992 25th Reunion Year!

Katie Burrows is enjoying life in Annapolis with her three daughters Sam '21, Polly '23, and Rebecca '25 — all of whom attend Severn! Sarah Franey is working as a school counselor at Indian Creek School. Her son Liam is in first grade along with Kelly Karpovich's '93 daughter and Karin Formica Tator's '91 son and Becky Qualey's '90 son. Erik Michelsen is the administrator or the Anne Arundel County Watershed Protection and Restoration Program. Eric has worked on many watershed restoration programs throughout the county. Eric and his wife Lisa live in Arnold with their two children Sophia (11), Leif (7) and their dog Leia. Jennifer Duffy Moran is busy growing her local business Your Preppy Present (www.yourpreppypresent.com) in Severna Park where she designs and sells lovely monogrammed and personalized gifts ranging from Christmas ornaments to oars to coffee cups. Jenny and her husband Mike are also busy raising their four children!

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THE BURROWS-HILL FOUNDATION TO FIGHT FRIEDREICH'S ATAXIA (FA) Check out this local foundation launched by Katie Burrows '92 and Rolf Hill '90 (parents of Sam '21, Polly '23, and Rebecca '25). Learn more about FA, and help support this tremendous cause for this amazing Severn legacy family! Please join us for an Auction to benefit the Burrows-Hill Foundation to Fight Friedreich's Ataxia, on April 1, 2017 at Ackerson Tower at the USNA Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mark your calendars! APRIL

MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW BURROWS-HILL.ORG

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Randy Morse lives in Annapolis and is busy managing his contracting firm, Morse Contracting (www.morsecustombuilders. com). Morse Contracting is a full-service general contractor specializing in building custom homes, managing projects and advising on modular construction. Bart Shaeffer and wife Beth Ann welcomed their fifth son, Theodore Edward Shaeffer, on October 12. "Teddy" was born 6 pounds 9 ounces, 19.25 inches long and joins proud older brothers Charlie, George, Bart, and Walter.

1994

Mike Calabrese and Carrie MacVean Grimes caught up for lunch recently at Panera in Annapolis. From Mike, “I had the chance to catch up with a bunch of fellow 1994 classmates recently at Chris Grizzell's wedding. We had tons of laughs with Emily Franey Flanagan, Dabney Boye Keith, and Amy Hackman Hilliard. It was a great night enjoyed by all! I also had the chance to spend time recently with Eric Alexander and Scott Singleton. Eric has

a thriving veterinary practice in Severna Park and Scott is catching more rockfish than any other charter out of Heritage Harbor in Deale. It would seem that the Class of 1994 may have been the year of the entrepreneur. Eric and Scott are doing great as previously mentioned. I hear Gordon Triplett is providing great service through his firm Aertight Systems and Elizabeth Duncan is hosting fantastic events through her firm in Washington, D.C. Joe Burke is making delicious memories with J. Burke Catering and Caryn Cairns Moxie is making everyone sweat at PurEnergy Fitness in Wyoming. Kate Creeden is the owner of a design firm in NYC and Jason Dell owns the online marketplace Merimerch, Inc in Los Angeles. Jeff Tice owns Maryland Contracting & Design and yours truly is operating the financial planning firm Severn Financial Solutions in Davidsonville. I'm sure there are more business owners among our fellow 1994 classmates so if I've missed you and your firm, please email me at mike@severnfinancial.com, I'd love to hear your story.”

[Top to Bottom] Erik Michelsen '92; Newlyweds Chris Grizzell '94 and Kristin Lundeen with Severn classmates; Randy Morse '92

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Alumni Weekend May 4-6, 2017 Elizabeth Duncan is living in Washington, D.C. and is the owner of Elizabeth Duncan Events (http://elizabethduncanevents.com) which specializes in weddings all over the world, national corporate events, and nonprofit events. Elizabeth writes for the Penn Quarter, her neighborhood online newsletter. Chris Grizzell married Kristin Lundeen at Timberlake Farm in Davidsonville, Md. in September. Several friends from Severn were in attendance and had a great time at the wedding! Jon Helman and his wife Marie recently welcomed a baby boy, Daniel Stephen Helman. Jon and Marie live in Charles County where Jon works as an ESOL teacher in the public school system.

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Jason Scott is busy working at JP Morgan Chase and Co. in New York City. He married his wife Sarah at Boone Hall Plantation in Charleston, S.C. on August 29, 2015. Severn alumni in attendance included Jen Scott Gatewood '99, Blake Nolan, Ethan Feldman, David Pizzi, Carrie Cole Pizzi, Brad Graw, Tim Marsh and Chris Michelsen (all '95, not all pictured below). It was great to catch up with Jason at our Severn Social in NYC this past November!

1997 20th Reunion Year!

Court Creeden married Natalie Earnhardt in October 2016 in Charleston. The entire family was there to celebrate, Bill Creeden, Kelly Creeden, Tom and Kate Creeden Neckel '94 with son Brec and daughter Maeve, Court '97 and Natalie Creeden and Debbie Creeden. Jason Jack shared, “Happy New Year, Severn family! I hope all of you had a happy holiday season with your families! My wife Simone and I, along with our two children Asa (6 years old) and Ayla (3 years old), currently live in Copperas Cove, Texas. In the past we've lived in Hawaii, New Jersey, Virginia, Oklahoma and Florida. As you may have guessed, I'm serving in the military. In fact, my wife and I are both serving. We are U.S. Army Officers currently stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas, the home of the 1st Cavalry Division and III Corps. I'm currently deployed with 1st Cavalry Division to Afghanistan, where I command the U.S. National Support Element at Headquarters Resolute Support in Kabul. I am honored to be here on behalf of the American people to support the U.S. mission. It is a privilege to have the solemn responsibility to train and lead soldiers and ensure their health and welfare, as well as that of their families back home. While I'm away, Simone keeps busy raising our children and providing legal assistance to clients as a Judge Advocate (Army lawyer). She was recently selected for promotion to the rank of Major and will continue to serve

as the senior special victim counsel where she provides direct legal assistance to victims of sexual assault within the military justice system. When I return, we look forward to visiting our family and friends in Annapolis and along the East Coast. Thank you for your continued prayers and support to all U.S. Service members at home and abroad. If you want to say “hi” email me at jjackjhu@gmail.com.” Bess Freedlander Langbein has been busy growing her new business, Due East Partners (www.dueeastpartners.com) in Annapolis, Md. Due East is a management consulting firm focused on strategic growth services for organizations in the social sector including nonprofits, businesses and foundations. Bess and her husband Eric live in West Annapolis with their two children Lizzie and Elliott.

2000

Jane Friend wrote in to say “I'm enjoying my work in elementary literacy curriculum at the Board of Education. Living back in Annapolis has been incredibly rewarding!” Scott MacMullan sent us an update to say, “I was recently appointed to the Anne Arundel County Scenic Rivers Land Trust board and I was also appointed to the City of Annapolis Salary Review Commission. I produce a podcast called "The Annapolis Podcast" and was recently featured in The Capital for shining a light on the city and its

[L] Newlyweds Jason and Sarah Scott with Severn classmates [M] Newlyweds Court Creeden '97 and Natalie Earnhardt with family [R] Jason '97, Asa, Ayla, and Simone Jack

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[L] Jobi Manson '05 [M] Newlyweds Brian and Alex Golod Eaton '01 [Top R] Julia Deckman '03 [Bottom R] Newlyweds Brett Bathras '06 and Dustin Packard.

residents. I have a wide variety of guests and I'm always looking for new ones so please contact me if you know someone who has a good Annapolis story to tell. My office is still on South Street in downtown Annapolis and I would love to meet up with any Severn alums for a coffee or a drink when they are in town. Shoot me an email at scott@macmullanlaw.comâ&#x20AC;?

2001

Brian and Alex Golod Eaton '01 married on Amelia Island among family and friends, including many Severn School mates, in October.

2002 15th Reunion Year!

Sean Etter is proud to share William Thomas Etter was born on February 13, 2016. Will joins big sister, Abigail (2). The Etters live in Millersville, Md. Clayton McCarl is currently on assignment with the Navy aboard the USS Frank Cable in Guam. Thank you for your service, Clayton! Emily Schneider Lebowitz and her husband Craig welcomed a daughter, Mia Pearl, on October 15. Mia enjoys walks around Capitol Hill and laying with her big dog-brother Chester!

2003

Mike Alcamo, his wife Kate and daughter Riley live in Bethesda, Md. Mike is busy

with his new company The Tenant Agency offering commercial real estate services. Julia Deckman is living in Charleston, S.C. where she owns an art gallery. She was recently chosen as a Top Holiday Pick by the 2016 Rising Tide Society. The Rising Tide Society supports local small business. Congrats, Julia! Jim Newell is busy writing for Slate. He covers politics, including the 2016 election. Slate Editor-in-Chief Julia Turner described Newell as a "terrific writer and thinker" and was "excited to bring his intellectual curiosity, skepticism and sense of mischief to Slate." Way to go, Jim! Kip Turner and his wife Emy have returned to Virginia. Kip is now an assistant coach for the UVA men's lacrosse team. Kip and his head coach Lars Tiffany were snatched up by UVA after leading their former team, Brown to the NCAA Championship weekend in 2016.

2004

Kate Myers wrote in from Los Angeles to report that she's enjoying SoCal and is "still close with both Bri Ned and Jess Adam from my class who both live near me in Los Angeles. We have a solid little Severn crew out here in SoCal." Mark Parker and Elizabeth welcomed their son Henry Marshall Parker on April 5, 2016.

2005

Mattie and Zach Dunigan reside happily in Annapolis and are expecting a baby boy in February. Jobi Manson opened her own store in Malibu, Calif. December 2015. Sefari (www. sefarioutpost.com), which represents the concepts of the Sea and Safari, is a "creative sanctuary for explorers.â&#x20AC;? Jobi's business provides artistic and holistic workshops and showcases treasures from around the world in a lifestyle boutique. Ashley McCarl Harrison has moved back to the area, living in Annapolis with her husband Rachid and their two children, Charlie (2) and Grant (4 months). Ashley works part time at her dad's dental practice.

2006

Brett Bathras was married at the Naval Academy to long-time beau Dustin Packard on June 18, 2016. After their honeymoon, they took a cross-country road trip and moved to Meridian, Idaho, Dustin's hometown. Brett has been working in sales for a translation company since 2013 and Dustin recently transitioned out of the Navy and is now a senior project manager for a construction enterprise near Boise. Brett and Dustin keep themselves busy as she coaches club and high school lacrosse and he coaches wrestling and tutors high school students. They love to travel, work WINTER 2017 51

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with kids, and enjoy all the perks of living close to the mountains! Sam Kuethe and Kelly Hays Kuethe were married at St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Annapolis on November 19, 2016. There were many Severn Alumni in attendance as well as past and present Severn faculty. Faculty in attendance: Mother of the Bride Laurie Hays, Ernie Green, Sharie Valerio, Kathy Fegan, Cathy Hewitt Carper '81, and Harriet Yake | Alumni in Attendance: Alec Green '13, Philip Snyder '09, Brett Brawerman '08, Christina Shields Greenwood '06, Cole Rogers '06, John Eldridge '85, Mother of the Groom Kathryn Eldridge Kuethe '81, Marrian McCormick Kuethe '78, Father of the Groom Rick Kuethe '77 | Bridal Party: Mike Kuethe '09, Meghan Hays '05, Brenna Hays '05, Kaitlyn Myers-Brooks '06, Bethanne Bruninga-Socolar '06, Julie Djordjevic '06, Caitlin Burman '06, Thomas Roussos '06 (not pictured), Edward Kuethe '83, Melinda Kuethe Smith '81, and Frederick William Kuethe Jr. '50 Ann Reinig '06 married Scott Emery in Severna Park on October 15. Ann is an attorney in Atlanta.

Sara Watters recently completed her master's degree in cross-cultural psychology at Victoria University of Wellington in Wellington, New Zealand where she lived for the last 2.5 years. Sara is now back in the U.S. looking to start a career.

2007 10th Reunion Year!

Collin Bauer writes in, "After leaving my job in consulting, I spent the summer backpacking through Spain and Portugal with my fiance. We're both currently pursuing our MBAs at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and are set to get married in Central Virginia in May 2017. We couldn't be happier and are excited to attend the class of 2007's 10year reunion this year!" It's been a busy year and a half for Lindsay Clayton. She finished her master's degree in biomedical engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University, visited her parents (Dave Clayton '72 and Barbara Norman) twice in their new home in Adelaide, Australia, and moved to Morris County, New Jersey to begin working for the U.S. Army.

Emily Eckert Heasley graduated from The Law School at the University of Chicago in July of 2014. After graduation, Emmie moved to Houston, Texas with her husband of five years, Christopher S.C. Heasley (who graduated from The Law School in 2013) and their two adorable labs, Penny and Sargie. Emmie is a trusts and estates attorney at Baker Botts LLP, and her husband is an oil and gas attorney at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Â Randi Galloway James competed and placed in the top 20 out of 400 women (top 5%) in her first ever Figure Competition in Nashville, Tenn. this past July. Ryan O'Malley married Megan Howard on November 19, 2016 at Hemlock Farms in Edgewater, Md. Many Severn alums were in attendance. Alyssa Vain-Callahan Reynolds and John Reynolds welcomed a baby girl on September 30, 2015. Sadie Madeline was born at 8 pounds and 14 ounces. The family currently lives in North Carolina near Duke University. They had a very happy and busy 2016!

[L] Newlyweds Sam Kuethe '06 and Kelly Hays Kuethe '06 with Severn family [M] Christopher and Emmie Eckert Heasley '07 [R] Newlywed Ann Reinig '06 with maid of honor and sister, Margaret '04 and bridesmaids Arielle Jordan, Sam Morrell, and Missy Dunaway.

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6. Baby Riley, daughter of Mike Alcamo '03

3. Class of '08 Alyssa Vain-Callahan's baby girl, Sadie Madeline

8. Bart Shaeffer '92, wife Beth Ann and sons, Teddy, Charlie, George, Bart, and Walter.

2. Harper, daughter of Doug Kohlenstein and Emily Russell Kohlenstein '08 4. Class of 2005 babies L-R Isla Alexander (Lesley Sutherland '05),

7. Christina Tran Elliott '08 with husband Miles and baby girl, Madison Xuan Elliott

McKenzie Williams ( Jennifer Williams '05) Leo Dimenna

( Janessa DelSesto '05) Charlie and Grant Harrison (Ashley McCarl '05) 5. Marvin Smith '08 with wife Kortnee and son, Maddox

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: ZACK ZAMBRANO '07

ack is a true Renaissance man. In the ten years since his graduation, he has experienced everything from flying airplanes to sailing on the Bay to working as an EMT; he has studied everything from the Byzantine Empire to genetics to public health; and he has traveled from Oregon to New York to London, and everywhere in between! Zack currently lives in Oregon with his wife, Brandy Hollins. Congratulations are in order — Zack and Brandy just got married on December 17, 2016! Their beautiful wedding was held in southern Maryland at Zack's parents' family home. Classmate Will Townshend '07 attended the ceremony. After his graduation in 2007, Zack went on to the Catholic University of America to begin his undergraduate work in classical studies with a concentration on the

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Byzantine Empire. Zack attributes his love of this subject to two Severn teachers — Mr. George Yost and Dr. Thomas Heslin. They “set me on a path of great appreciation of classical literature and studies.” After two years, Zack decided to continue his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, where he picked up a second major in genetics. In the middle of his time at UMD, Zack's father passed away in a car accident. Devastated by his loss, Zack took a break from his studies. When he resumed, he moved on to the University of South Carolina, where he got his degree in public health. Currently, Zack and Brandy live in Oregon, where his wife is pursuing her doctorate degree in Audiology. Zack is working at Providence Hospital in their accounting and insurance department. Zack explained that there has been an “influx of work since the affordable care act as we try to provide adequate service to citizens for a fair price.”

In his spare time, he is studying for the LSAT and GRE, in preparation for applying to graduate school programs in Public Health. In whatever time is left after that, Zack is outlining ideas for a book – a fictional horror piece about the romanization of Britain. “I love the research aspect,” said Zack. “It is good exercise for the brain!” While his studies and career have focused largely on the medical field, Zack's true passion is history. He and Brandy just returned home from their honeymoon in the United Kingdom, where they toured as many historical sites as possible. By far, his favorites were the British Museum and the British Library. Zack was in awe of what he saw in the Treasures Room of the Library, in particular, the Magna Carta, pages of Beowulf, Leonardo Da Vinci's notebook, Michelangelo's sculptures, and Beethoven's sheet music all had a profound impact on him.

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C L AS S When thinking back to his days at Severn, Zack remembers the influence of his teachers. Zack enjoyed spending time with Doc Heslin and learning Latin from him. He recalled a funny story from class. Apparently, Doc was giving Zack and classmate Nick Zazulia '07 a hard time for a poor quiz grade. Doc said to the boys, “You know, guys, you have to open your books once in awhile.” Then, he proceeded over to Nick's book to open it for him. When he did, the bookbinding creaked so loudly that the whole class, including Doc Heslin, burst into hysterics! Zack remembers his Cold War teacher and Model UN Advisor Ms. Tereza Slepickova as a “brilliant human being.” He said that she brought a unique perspective to class due to the fact that she grew up in Czechoslovakia during the Cold War. He recalls her having a fantastic sense of humor. Zack named Ms. Renie Sotiropoulos as another influential history teacher in his Severn career. Zack fondly recalls the stories of his football coach Mr. John Bodley. I can remember his voice — he would begin, “Mr. Zambrano” and then tell me a story about growing up in Alabama, “where life was a lot tougher.” Zack also shared a heartwarming story about his English teacher Mr. Richard Zmuda. Zack and classmate Alex Fu '07 were working on a film project and needed a specific kind of hat as a prop. Overhearing their conversation, Mr. Zmuda popped his head out of his classroom and told the boys, “I have that kind of hat hanging up just inside my front door. Here are my house keys. Go over there and grab it!” According to Zack, Mr. Zmuda saved the day! Zack concluded his “trip down memory lane” with a declaration that “Mr. Bill Creeden is the nicest and greatest man I ever met in my life.” Zack remembers walking down the hall one day, when Mr. Creeden came out of his office and invited him and his friend in to chat. “We sat there for thirty minutes talking about everything from our football season, to the Cowboys, to Mr. Creeden's days as a Marine and a quarterback…everything.” Zack said he'll never forget that. He admires Mr. Creeden's sense of duty and personal honor, and he believes that he truly embodies the ideals of Severn School. Zack was very happy to see that a building on campus was named after him and that his portrait sits in its front hall. Zack is excited about his 10th Reunion coming up, and he is going to look into travel plans. While he stills keeps in touch with Will Townshend '07 and Katie Domino '07, he would love to see more of his classmates and reconnect!

The A-Z Alumni Spotlight, a new feature of The Bridge, aims to highlight Severn alumni in all walks of life.

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Send your Class Notes to your Class Secretary to be included in the next issue of The Bridge. If your class does not have a secretary and you are interested, please email c.grimes@severnschool.com

1993

Dave Sobel | dave@evolvetech.com

1994

Mike Calabrese | calabrese_michael@hotmail.com

1995

Darcy Watt Gurganous | drwatt21@hotmail.com

1996

Erika Huebner Rollins | erika@designstudio13.com

1997

Gussie Habeck Melendez | augustamelendez@gmail.com

1998

Dan Ericson | ericson@gwmail.gwu.edu

1999

Jen Scott | scottj@advisory.com

2000

Jane Friend | jfriend12@gmail.com

2001

Matt Nicholson | mtnicholson@gmail.com

2002

Kristi Jobson | kristi.jobson@gmail.com

2003

Laura Lutkefedder llutkefedder@gmail.com

2004

Jen Presswood | jennpresswood@gmail.com

2005 Janessa Del Sesto DiMenna | janessadimenna@gmail.com 2005

Tyler Williams | tylerwilliams0@gmail.com

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Courtney Dunn | ctd231@gmail.com

2007

Graham Ellison | ellisogc@eckerd.edu

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On August 5th, surrounded by family, friends, and a whole lot of Severn Admirals, Taylor Burns married Lane Burns in Sayville, N.Y. The turnout was amazing, and the night would not have been the same without the many Severn alumni in attendance reliving their glory days. The couple is enjoying married life living in Southern California with their two dogs, Brewer (French Bulldog) and Bella (Puggle). They recently spent Thanksgiving camping in the Central Valley with Eliza Shaw '08, her husband Kevin, and their dog Willow. Lauren Butler is currently in her last year of her five-year doctoral program in clinical psychology. The last year is spent engaging in a full-time internship. She is currently at Spring Grove Hospital Center, a psychiatric inpatient hospital with a severely mentally ill population. It is a fantastic, humbling experience and she thoroughly enjoys working with this underserved population. She is still living in Annapolis, enjoys cultivating her culinary skills and going on adventures with her best friends from Severn! Christina Tran Elliott and Miles welcomed their baby girl Madison Xuan Elliott on September 1, 2016. She is named after Christina's Mother, Xuan. They recently moved to Quantico, Va. Before moving, Christina was working as a nurse at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and Miles worked with the F-35 jets in the Marine Corps. Christina, with baby girl in tow, stopped by the Alumni House in December and had the chance to say hello to many faculty! Kelsey Hughes and Mac Winchester got engaged on December 21, 2016 and will be getting married June 10, 2017 in Annapolis. In September, they moved to Newport Beach, Calif. from New York City. Kelsey is a Personal Trainer at Equinox and Mac is a Regional Manager for Alliance Bernstein. 56

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[Top Row L-R] Lindsay Clayton '07 with brother Evan Clayton '05; Ryan O'Malley '07 with Severn classmates; Newlyweds Sam Taylor '09 and Emily Wasil; Christie Djordjevic and fiance AJ Hannon

Marvin Smith and his wife Kortnee welcomed a son, Maddox, born on February 13, 2006. Marvin was recently promoted to human resources generalist with Americold Logistics in northeastern Pennsylvania. The Smith family resides in Lake Ariel, Pa.

2009

Caroline Burns has been busy working at Washingtonian magazine and enjoying life in D.C. Caroline enjoyed a get-together over the Thanksgiving break with fellow alums, Addie Jabin, Lindsay Higham, Shannon Lane, Samantha Wooten, Alex Jones and Dan Jones. She also enjoyed a trip last November to Dublin where she kissed the Blarney Stone! Robert Dean married Megan Ludwig on October 8, 2016. Fellow classmate, Lizzie Anstey, caught the bouquet at the wedding so we're expecting she might be next! Christie Djordjevic recently got engaged to AJ Hannon who she met in college. It turns out he graduated from Spalding and they grew up ten minutes from each other.

After dating for four years, he popped the question on a ski slope. They are now planning their wedding for the spring of 2017 on the Eastern Shore. Kathleen Dowd has been working in the Neonatal ICU at Children's National Medical Center for the past three years. She and Christian Hartman '09 got engaged in July 2016 and are planning their wedding for this September. Christian is in his final year of law school and they are almost finished building a new home in Annapolis off of West St. Sam Taylor married Emily Wasil on September 10, 2016. Samantha Wooten was recently engaged to Chris Burnham.

2010

Allie Bremer moved to Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica in January 2015 and lived in Costa Rica for a year and a half. She was the program manager for a U.S. based nonprofit. They implemented an after school program for girls in elementary and

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[Bottom Row L-R] Newlyweds Lane and Taylor Burns '08 with Severn classmates; Kelsey Hughes '08 with fiance Mac Winchester; Chelsea Jenkins '10 with fiance Danta DelGuercio; Drew Foard '10 with fiance Nikki Shields [L] Newlyweds Robert Dean '09 with Megan Ludwig.

middle school. The after school program included English classes but also classes in yoga, sewing, cooking, and more. They also raised money so the students could go on field trips every month. She recently moved to Washington, D.C. and is now the catering and events coordinator for a hotel/ restaurant. Bridget Brown is currently working in Washington, D.C. as a market driver for SwingSpace, a real estate technology platform that helps companies search, compare, and lease office space on their own terms. As SwingSpace's first employee, it has been exciting for her to be involved in the entire process of creating the ideal marketplace for small office space. Recently, she has helped launch Chicago's coworking market and she is currently leading the coworking launch of Boston. Avery Burns is currently living in New York City working as a third year analyst for J.P. Morgan in the Private Bank. She currently works on a team that sits between the Private Bank and the Investment Bank

to offer private banking services to investment banking clients. Mackenzie Carroll is currently living in Dallas, Texas with her fiancé Stevie Kirkup '09 and puppy Lucy. She recently started working as the admission coordinator at The Episcopal School of Dallas, a wonderful independent school much like Severn. She is also coaching varsity, junior varsity and middle school lacrosse for Highland Park High School. Brett Crawford got engaged to Brittney Murphy on June 25, 2016 and will be married on August 25, 2017. They currently live in Virginia Beach, where Brett is stationed as a Navy helicopter pilot. Drew Foard graduated with a degree in systems engineering from the United States Naval Academy in 2015. He is stationed in San Diego and is currently serving in the Middle East aboard the USS Makin Island. Drew and his fiancé, Nikki Shields of Ellicott City, Md., are planning to wed on Gibson Island in September of 2017.

Hannah Hook is currently the assistant women's lacrosse coach for the University of Denver. She handles travel, community service projects, fundraising, recruiting/ scouting, and on field coaching of the defense and goalies. She is also responsible for managing schedules and communications for other coaches when they come to visit. She creates practice plans with the other coaches to create a fun learning environment for athletes on and off the field. She also makes sure the athletes are involved in the community and give back through service projects such as “Letters to Soldiers” and “Habitat for Humanity.” Kayla Fu lives in New York City working as an account executive at McCann Advertising Agency. She is currently working on the L'Oreal account. Chelsea Jenkins was recently engaged to college sweetheart Dante DelGuercio. The couple met freshman year at High Point University. Upon graduating, they moved to Wilmington, N.C., where she works for an WINTER 2017 57

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advertising agency. He works for the City of Wilmington as a police officer. Almost five years after moving, he popped the question with a surprise dinner reservation at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. Their wedding is planned for September 2017 in Murphy, N.C. They can't wait to celebrate with all of their friends and family! Carly Trainor moved to Los Angeles in June and is currently studying at UCLA Law. If all goes as planned, she will graduate in 2019 with a JD, specializing in business law and policy with an emphasis on taxation.

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Beanie Antonini is currently working as a nurse on the pediatric floor at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore and lives in Edgewater, Md. In February, she will be moving to Oklahoma City. Katie Carroll graduated from The University of Colorado Boulder in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in communication. She currently works as a home department supervisor-in-training for the clothing and lifestyle brand Anthropologie in Annapolis.

2012 5th Reunion Year!

Kim Carrette is getting her Master of Biomedical Sciences at The Commonwealth Medical College, graduating in May 2017. Rocco Cipriano works in Nashville as a stage manager/guitar tech for Craig Wayne Boyd (from The Voice) and writes music. Kevin Connors is in medical school at Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Tiffany Cromwell got engaged on July 4, 2016. Also, she'll be graduating on May 17, 2017 from Columbia University School of Social Work with her Masters of Science in Social Work.

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[L] Jarid Ryan '14 on the US Naval Academy football team [M] Matt Sindler '14 posing abroad [R] Lu Birney '16

Monique Dalton graduated cum laude with her bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in May and is currently working as an engineer at Boeing in Arizona.

combination of tutoring, homeschooling, and substitute teaching (English and Spanish). She is also implementing an early childhood Spanish immersion program at a local school.

Allie Foard has recently graduated from High Point University and is now currently working towards earning her master's in public relations and corporate communications at Georgetown University. She is also working as an assistant account coordinator at Sage Communications in McLean, Va., where she handles public relations and social media efforts for techbased companies. She is very thankful to Severn School and High Point University for teaching her the skills she needs in order to succeed not only in the workplace, but also in higher education.

Harmony Roche ran the Baltimore marathon a few months ago in 3 hours 12 minutes, placing first in her gender's age group and 5th overall for woman. This qualified Harmony for the Boston and New York Marathons. Way to go, Harmony!

Alexa Kunowsky is currently living in Austin, Texas working as a research associate for Gerson Lehrman Group. She graduated in May from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development. Erin Littlepage graduated from Clemson in December 2016 and is on the job hunt. Natalie Peelish is in her first year at Stanford Law School. Mary Purnell has been loving life in Telluride, Colo. where she is busy doing a

Kyle Sites is working in Baltimore for Insight Global as a recruiter.

2013

Chloe Fu is working towards a major in finance at The University of British Columbia in Vancouver. She is president of a nonprofit organization called Generocksity, which aims to create a more philanthropic culture among young adults, and is a dancer on the Thunderbird dance team.

2014

Rylan Collier spent a month this summer studying econometrics at the London School of Economics. He visited Dublin, Berlin, and Amsterdam while he was in Europe. Annie Igler went abroad to Tanzania in Eastern Africa on a documentary photography trip. She traveled around

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C L AS S the country camping with different tribes including the Maasai and visited several national parks including the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

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Send your Class Notes to your Class Secretary to be included in the next issue of The Bridge. If your class does not have a secretary and you are interested, please email c.grimes@severnschool.com

2007

Samantha Goldman | goldman.sg@gmail.com

Jarid Ryan made the varsity football roster at the United States Naval Academy this season and played in 11 games and made three starts at CB. He helped guide the midshipmen to the American Athletic Conference championship game. Way to go, Jarid!

2008

Steve Sexauer | stephen.b.sexauer@gmail.com

2008

Annie Weber | acw5133@gmail.com

2009

Katie Dickerson | kdickerson22@gmail.com

Matt Sindler studied abroad at the University of Cape Town in Cape Town, South Africa this past semester. While he was there he was able to travel all over southern Africa including Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia.

2009

Justin Kiehne | kiehnej@dickinson.edu

2010

Mackenzie Carroll | carrom10@highpoint.edu

2011

Beanie Antonini | beanslacrosse@hotmail.com

2011

Katlyn Flynn | katlynivy@yahoo.com

2012

Kaya Gordon | kagg.12@gmail.com

2012

Grace Rudder | grace.rudder@gmail.com

2013

Haleigh Bass | haleigh.bass@richmond.edu

2014

Cole Smith | cms17@email.sc.edu

2015

Eva Caruso | ecaruso@g.clemson.edu

2016

Jacob Mandish | j.mandish17@gmail.com

Cole Smith spent the past semester serving as a peer leader leading lessons and guiding class in the University of South Carolina's hallmark course, University 101, a national model for first-year seminars. The seminar class assists 19 first-year students with their transition into the university. Andrew Snow spent the past summer in New York City as a marketing intern for the Brooklyn Nets. He is currently in Madrid studying for the semester and traveling throughout Europe.

2016

Lu Birney received the "Salty Sailor" Award from the Governor of Bermuda and Mayor of City of Hamilton, Bermuda. Lu received the award in Bermuda as the youngest female sailor to compete in the Annapolis to Bermuda Race, a distance of 375 nautical miles. The award recognizes the completion of one of the most difficult east coast ocean races by the sailor who best represents the future of the sport. She sailed on board the "Arcadia" a fifty-one foot sloop, and was third in class across the finish line only hours behind the two Navy crewed sloops after 5 1/2 days at sea.

Hey, you! Yes, you. We miss our alumni and want to hear all about your life after Severn. Recent trips, internships, research projects, stories with classmates, new job or address, babies, weddings, graduations â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we want to know! Email your class secretary and let them know or drop us a note on Facebook. WINTER 2017 59

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Pennant from the Severn Archives

Did you know? The Boone House is officially renamed the ALUMNI HOUSE!

Mr. Rolland Teel's old letters, and skim through past Navigators. Our archivist and volunteers have been hard at work organizing and displaying over 100 years of Severn's rich history and archives for the Severn community. To setup a tour, call Carrie MacVean Grimes '91 at 410.647.7701 ext 2262. Search for these "Alumni House" theme words in our word search below! Circle the key words below, take a photo, and send it by March 1, 2017 to: info@severnschool.com. Participants will receive a gift from Alumni House.

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