2017 SSSAS Summer Magazine

SUMMER MAGAZINE 2017

“I will remember this class for their spirit.

They not only cheered their peers on our athletic fields and courts, but also on the stage, in robotics and Latin competitions, and other extracurricular activities.�

ELISE CANFIELD Senior Advisor, Upper School Math

CLASS OF 2017

#SAINTSPRIDE

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes

HEAD OF SCHOOL Kirsten Prettyman Adams DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Jen Desautels EDITOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Melissa Ulsaker Maas '76 STAFF WRITERS Jen Desautels, Melissa Maas '76, Mandi Sapp ALUMNI NEWS Tyler Burr Director of Alumni Relations PHOTOGRAPHERS Advancement Office Jameson Bloom '13 Susan Hamon Melissa Ulsaker Maas '76 Jen Milbrett Photography PRINTER Master Print QUESTIONS/COMMENTS Melissa Ulsaker Maas '76 mmaas@sssas.org TO UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION OR MAILING PREFERENCES Please email asmigel@sssas.org or call 703-212-2720.

Published by SSSAS for alumni, current parents, friends, and other regularly supportive members of the school community. © 2017 St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School admits students of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

OUR NEW LOOK We are excited to share with our community the school’s new logo. This vibrant and energetic new graphic identity mirrors the palpable energy of our Saints community while also celebrating and honoring our school’s history and Episcopal identity with the use of the cross pulled from the

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Stay Amazed Excerpts from Valedictorian Sam Dubke's speech

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Déjà vu Meet Caroline Edsall Littleton '02, the 2017 Commencement Speaker

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Finding Your Ikigai Excerpts from Caroline Edsall Littleton's Commencement speech

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Moments from Commencement

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Class of 2017 Fast Facts

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Upper School Prize Day

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Middle School Snapshots Awards Day and Eighth Grade Graduation

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Lower School Snapshots Fifth Grade Recognition and Grandparents' & Special Friends Day

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Our Retiring Faculty

37 Transformations Spring Break Adventures: Around the World in Seven Days

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St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes school seal.

We look forward to sharing more about the new logo and the process by which it was designed in upcoming communications.

For more information, please visit www.sssas.org/newlook

Letter From the Head

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Saints in Action

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Athletic Highlights

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Alumni Connections

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Milestones & In Memoriam

LETTER

FROM THE HEAD

Earlier this summer while sitting by the pool, I was reading a book called “The Teenage Brain” when a current Saints parent jokingly said, “You don't have to impress us with what you read during the summer.

You should be reading a summer beach read!” I laughed because while I absolutely love to also read summer page-turners, I know how blessed I am to have found a career that excites me even when I am not working.

With the same enthusiasm for cracking the spine of the newest best seller, I open Independent School magazine to explore current topics in education, and I jump at the chance to go to conferences with colleagues who also love to talk about schools. At St. Stephen's and St. Agnes, the faculty, staff, and administrators are constantly seeking out new ways to learn more; they want to be informed about innovative teaching methods, the hottest digital education tools, and best practices for engaging with the community. They are lifelong learners, passionate about their subjects and areas of expertise, even while away from the classrooms for the summer.

As educators, and as parents, one of our greatest jobs is to ignite this same sort of passion in our students. Whether that is in 3D printing, French literature, ethics, or calculus, I hope that our students each leave St. Stephen's and St. Agnes having found something that they cannot help but think about when they are briefly paused in their daily routines, while waiting at a stoplight or in line at the store. I hope they have something to mull over, even something that might keep them up at night.

Our school is brimming with exciting, challenging, and unique opportunities, and each day our students are encouraged to stretch themselves, consider the impossible, and seek out what it is that inspires them. When our seniors graduate, they understand what it means to dream big. They don't shy away from the challenges, but rather look at the new, the unknown, and the difficult head on. They leave St. Stephen's and St. Agnes ready.

It is a great honor, albeit a bittersweet one, to see the backs of our seniors as they recess at the end of the Commencement ceremonies. Though they hold nothing in their hands but their diploma, they carry with them a strong sense of self, an understanding of the complexities of the world, and a goodness that will always impact and inspire those around them. I watch them walk away into this world where I hope they find a new place they can each be surrounded by friends, classmates, and colleagues who appreciate them, motivate them, and challenge them. I hope they find a place like I have, like St. Stephen's and St. Agnes, a place where I choose to read about schools on my vacation days, and a place I miss when I am away from it.

Warmly,

Kirsten Adams Head of School

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STAY AMAZED. Excerpts from the Commencement Address

by Valedictorian Sam Dubke '17 on June 10.

Ninety years ago this May, Charles Lindbergh became one of the most famous men in the world through an act of unparalleled bravery. He took off from Long Island, N.Y., in his singleengine airplane, the Spirit of St. Louis, and, some 33 ½ hours later he landed in an airfield north of Paris. He completed the world's first solo flight across the Atlantic and, navigated only by using the stars and his own intuition, at times flying 10,000 feet over storm clouds, at others coming within 10 feet of the ocean below. A crowd of nearly 150,000 people greeted him in Paris, stormed the runway, and carried him over their heads in celebration of what was, at the time, one of humanity's greatest accomplishments. It was an endeavor that amazed the general public, as much for its danger as for the technology used to achieved it. For Lindbergh, it was only his luck, daring, intelligence, and instinct that carried him on his journey. “It seemed I had escaped mortality to look down on earth like a god,” he would recall. It was ridiculously dangerous and foolish.

It was fabulously exhilarating and amazing.

Charles Lindbergh's experience with flying seems to be quite different from the one that we have when we step onto a plane today. After pushing through security, scarfing down a Cinnabon at the gate, dragging our oversized carry-on, squeezing it into a miniature overhead bin, shoving our 6'3” frame into a seat with 4 inches of legroom and surrounded by two equally perturbed other passengers, our first instinct is not to be filled with revelation and wonder. To be honest, in my experience, I am more likely to slam shut the small, porthole window and to try to escape, either into a book, or into sleep, than to look out at my surroundings.

I think that it's amazing that man-made flight has fallen so far in the views of so many. Somehow, in a world of economizing and accessibility, what was once literally considered a miracle is now seen as a chore. And, I think that this offers some insight into human nature.

I remember my first day of high school very vividly, and these were mostly memories of nervousness and angst. I remember trying to retrieve my books from my locker, only to find that it had somehow jammed. My hands were shaking as I futilely attempted to not be late to A period. I remember looking out into the cafeteria for the first time since I had participated in Cotillion years before, trying to discern which table I should sit at, where I would not be chased off by upperclassmen. I remember all of my freshman year teachers, who seemed to delight in letting us know that high school was 'not like middle school,' and that we should expect to be stressed and overworked

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all the time. I may not have been flying a small plane over the stormy Atlantic by myself, but it sure felt like it.

Compare that with the fourth quarter of my senior year, when studying transitioned from a job to a hobby, when I could walk down the hallway like I was in the television show “Entourage,” and when I was just as likely to go and swim in the pool after school as I was to go and do homework. In other words, much like flying, what had once been an anxiety-inducing and aweinspiring activity had become tiresome and banal.

Today we have gathered together one last time to say goodbye to each other and to the institution that some of us have called home for 13 years or more. Yes, we will still have our community; yes, we will still have our friends; yes, we will still be able to return to our school next year and see all of our favorite underclassmen. But today, we mark the closing of a very distinct time in our lives. In many ways, we are celebrating the end of our collective childhood, and the beginning of our maturity.

If the past is any indication for what our reaction will be, then this next week or so will be one of our most memorable. We will spend our time celebrating this transition, and the memories that we will have made, at prize day, at graduation, and afterwards will be memories that we will keep for our entire lives.

But then, summer will set in. We'll get jobs, go on vacation, start thinking about college next year. The flurry of activity over the next week will soon melt in the heat and humidity of June, and

by July we will once again be feeling restless and bored. Like a kid who just got his braces off, the constant need to run our tongue over our newly smooth teeth will end, and we'll go back to acting like nothing has changed. Life will go on, and the great leap that we make today will seem like nothing but another lurch in time.

What I urge all of you to do, though, is to not take for granted this experience. In fact, what I'm going to ask you all to do today is to not take for granted another experience again. Looking back on my past four years of high school, my favorite memories are the ones when I was fully experiencing and appreciating my surroundings. They are the ones when I did not think about the future or the past, but instead, as cliché as it sounds, when I lived in the moment.

And I know, what I am asking you to do is tough. Believe me, if I could spend my whole life in some blissful, mindful vortex, I would. I know that it's not that easy. But, the reason that I am

“Life is about appreciating the gifts that God has given you, whether they are readily apparent, like today, or years old. Writes the author of Ecclesiastes, ‘So I am convinced that we should enjoy ourselves, because the only pleasure we have in this life is… enjoying ourselves. We can at least do this as we labor during the life that God has given us in this world.’”

THE DUBKE FAMILY: SAM '17, HIS PARENTS MICHAEL AND SHANNON, AND BROTHER HARRY '15

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asking you to do this, is because we can achieve nothing if we do not try. Today is only going to be one of the biggest occasions of our lives because we are making it so. I know that my 18 years of wisdom may not be much, but what I have learned for certain during my short time on this earth is that life is only what you make of it. You can live the most privileged of lives and still be miserable; you can be poor and downtrodden, and still be happy.

Reading through scripture, there is a book that addresses some of the contradictory nature of the appreciation of our lives. That book, Ecclesiastes, might seem somewhat out of place in the general tapestry of biblical thought: it was written by neither prophet nor messiah, and instead of addressing specific laws, or even much about divinity in general, it instead focuses on the very worldly problem of living a fulfilling life. The book brims with kernels of truth, and I think that many of us would find the author's story pertinent to our own lives. He was the king of Israel, and from that position of great power and wealth he sought to lead the most satisfactory life possible. To begin with, he attempted education, but upon his failure to find meaning he tried laughter and foolishness, then hedonism, or, to translate roughly into modern language, partying, and finally toil. And his conclusion was that none of these pursuits lead to long lasting, spiritual happiness. What he discovered and wrote is that one cannot live his life as if it is some game to win or lose. Life is not black or white. We are not either successful, or failing. We are not either beginning or ending. We are not interested or bored; happy or sad; graduating or commencing.

Rather, life is about appreciating the gifts that God has given you, whether they are readily apparent, like today, or years old. Writes the author of Ecclesiastes, “So I am convinced that we should enjoy ourselves, because the only pleasure we have in this life is… enjoying ourselves. We can at least do this as we labor during the life that God has given us in this world.”

In three months, we will all be making another great leap, this time to college. And that first day, just like the first day of high school, will be an amazing, if not daunting, experience. I can just imagine it now: walking through a quad, bright with fall foliage; attending a lecture held by some wizened, old professor; feeling all of the new-found freedom of collegiate life. But what I challenge all of you to do is to maintain that feeling for the rest of the year.

I know that it will be hard, and I know that we will probably all fail at it at some point. But what is our life if we do not enjoy and appreciate it? What memories would we have, if we spent all of our time with our noses to the grindstone?

And today, as we grasp our diploma, shake Mrs. Adams' hand, walk out between those two white tents and finally graduate after four years, think not about how lucky you are to be done, but rather how lucky you are to have experienced it. High school was a gift and will certainly be one that we will all remember.

And next time you are on an airplane, no matter how tired you are, or how little leg room you have, or how quickly your neighbor maneuvered to commandeer your shared armrest, open up the window and look down below. I think we will all be surprised by how far we have come.

To hear Sam's full remarks, please visit our Livestream channel at www.livestream.com/sssas.

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“In a way, this class taught me how to be a teacher! Four years ago, when they were freshmen, I was a brand-new teacher. These seniors taught me that the most important part of teaching is connecting with your students, and I've been honored to watch how they've grown as writers, thinkers, and human beings over the past four years.”

SUSANNAH NADLER

Senior Advisor, Upper School English “Returning full-time to the classroom this year included teaching three sections of AP Government and 48 seniors. They reminded me on a daily basis of the enjoyment of teaching bright, engaged students.”

BUD GARIKES

Senior Advisor, Upper School History

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LIZ EDSALL, JACK EDSALL '64, CAROLINE EDSALL LITTLETON '02, AND HUSBAND JUDD LITTLETON

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DÉJÀ VU The Class of 2002 Valedictorian, Caroline Edsall Littleton, returns to the Commencement platform to address the Class of 2017.

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School was pleased to welcome Caroline Edsall Littleton '02 as our Commencement speaker on June 10. She offered the Class of 2017 some sound advice for college and beyond, and excerpts from her remarks can be found on p. 15.

Caroline is a successful lawyer currently working for the law firm, Jones Day, where she focuses her practice on appellate advocacy and critical motions before U.S. courts, and international commercial and investment arbitration. Her impressive resume includes a clerkship with Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., D.C. Circuit Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh, and Eastern District of Pennsylvania Judge Anita B. Brody. In 2012 Caroline was named to Forbes “30 under 30: Law and Policy.” She went to Yale University where she received her Bachelor of Arts in history, graduating summa cum laude.

Caroline received her law degree from Yale in 2010.

Caroline was a 'lifer' at SSSAS, and her ties to the school run deep. Her father Jack is Class of 1964, and her sister, Allison '85, and two brothers, Carter '91 and Robert '06, are also all alumni.

Q & A WITH CAROLINE Q. What does it mean to you to come back to SSSAS as the 2017 Commencement Speaker?

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It is a tremendous honor to return to the school as this year's Commencement Speaker. When I think back on my years at SSSAS, I remember them as years of warmth, comfort, and happiness. And when I think back on my own graduation day, I remember a day filled with extreme joy and celebration.

It is a privilege beyond measure to be asked to return for the culmination of the Class of 2017's journey, and to play a part in their day of joy and celebration.

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You clearly have a love of languages. How did the modern and classical languages program and teachers at SSSAS prepare you for your career?

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language) — it is because I started my study of French when I was eight years old with Madame [Laura] Walker. I will also be forever grateful to Monsieur Brinkmeyer for encouraging me to attend the Virginia Governor's School for French — a three-week immersion program in the summer, where it was all French all the time. That was probably the best thing that I ever did for my language skills, even as compared to the two years that I spent living in France. Because to be restricted to speaking French and only French improved my language skills by leaps and bounds, whereas even when living in France, I was able to speak some English, and therefore my progress was not as exponential. Madame Van Way, Madame Rhetts, and Madame Jones were wonderful teachers as well, and being able to go to Normandy on the school exchange program was an unforgettable and invaluable experience. Speaking French is a significant part of who I am, and that part of me was born at SSSAS!

Q. Why did you choose law as your career?

A. I decided to go to law school towards the end of college.

I was a history major, and I wrote my senior essay on the German occupation of the Channel Islands during World War II. As I spent a year researching and writing about that topic, I learned about the role international law had played during and after the war. It was fascinating and I wanted to learn more.

When I began law school, I was primarily interested in public international law (the international law governing relationships between countries), but I discovered a perhaps even stronger interest in private international law (the international law governing relationships between people and companies) by the end of my three years. Today my practice involves elements of both. I work on international investment arbitrations, which generally are disputes between a company from one country and the government of another — the company is able to bring an arbitration against the government by virtue of a bilateral investment treaty between the two countries involved. I also work on international commercial arbitrations, which generally are disputes between two companies from two different countries — the two companies had a contract that said if litigation arose, they would proceed to arbitration and apply a certain body of law (sometimes U.S. law, but usually foreign law such as English or French law) to resolve their dispute.

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Q. What do you enjoy most about your profession?

A. I love the international component to my practice, and I love

that I am always learning. When I begin work on a case, I learn about why one company chose to invest in a foreign country, or why two companies chose to do business with one another, often learning about new industries along the way. As I continue to piece together the facts of what happened, I get to speak with witnesses who are located abroad, and study documents written in foreign languages. In our written submissions in these cases, we apply the law of international treaties or foreign countries.

And when it comes time for the trial (or “hearing” as trials tend to be called in arbitration), there are not only witnesses, but also lawyers and arbitrators from other countries, meeting to resolve their dispute in foreign locales like London or Paris. Each of these international elements and interactions fills me with excitement.

Q. What does it mean to you to be an alumna of SSSAS? What

values do you feel you gain from being a part of a strong alumni community?

A. Being an alumna means that my upbringing was grounded

in a community that provided warmth, support, solid moral and religious values, and an excellent education. And it means that as a result of my roots in that community, I have a strong intellectual and spiritual framework, valued mentors (my former teachers), and true friends (my former classmates) for life.

As for being part of the SSSAS alumni community, it provides me with an expanded sense of home. Home is not just my house or my parents' house—it is 1000 St. Stephen's Road, it is the Torpedo Factory event before Homecoming every fall, it is every celebration that includes familiar faces from SSSAS. To be able to have such an expanded sense of home is a true blessing in life.

Q. What is the biggest “small world” moment you've had that's connected to the school, if any?

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I ran into Polly Browne '01 while waiting for a bus on the streets of Lisbon, Portugal, back in 2014!

Q. What is the most important piece of advice you would give

FUN FACTS Favorite Book: “Anna Karenina” by Leo Tolstoy

What I'm binge watching now: I loved “This Is Us” and I wish I had episodes left to binge watch!

Something people would be surprised to know about you: How strong my introvert side is. I love events and catching up with friends, but I also really crave quiet nights at my house in between to recharge my battery.

Hidden talent: I remember faces and details of others' lives very well.

I can see a distant acquaintance after many years, recognize them and remember their name, and recall lots of random information I picked up about them along the way. Although some people know this about me, I consider it “hidden” nonetheless because often I purposefully suppress it — I don't want these distant acquaintances to think I'm a creepy stalker!

Life motto or favorite quote: “Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles; it empties today of its strength.”

FLASH BACK Academic Awards: Caroline excelled in academics, receiving numerous Prize Day awards for excellence in languages, math,

our students as they prepare for our complex and changing world?

science, and creative writing.

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Athletic Recognition:

Try to find the right balance between listening to others' advice and listening to your own heart. Your parents are full of wisdom, and their advice should be taken seriously. And as you head off to college, into summer internships, and eventually to that first real job, you will meet professors and work colleagues who are also full of valuable advice. You should seek out all of this advice and very carefully consider it. But at the same time, only you know the desires of your heart, and they are not to be ignored. Parents, teachers, and bosses can help make sure that you take the right steps in your professional journey, but you should determine the final destination—your heart will guide you to the place that brings the most satisfaction, fulfillment, and happiness.

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She was the recipient of the Coaches Award in field hockey, the Saint Award and Outstanding Athlete in basketball, and was an academic All-American in lacrosse.

Life-changing Inspiration: Caroline developed her love for languages as a Lower School Saint in Madame Walker's French class, and continued in the Upper School where Monsieur Michael Brinkmeyer encouraged her to attend the Virginia Governor's School for French.

FINDING YOUR IKIGAI Excerpts from the Commencement Address by Caroline Edsall Littleton '02 on June 10. people who've watched each other grow up. We know things about each other that future acquaintances may never have access to.” After I said that, I went on to college and law school, lived in France for two years, clerked for three different judges, and have spent the past several years at a law firm.

I have met lots of wonderful people, and made many true friends, along the way. But my St. Stephen's and St. Agnes friends are my best friends. To this day, they know me better than anyone else, and I am at my most comfortable and relaxed when I am with them. Now they all have babies, and I know they will teach me how to be a mom, and I am more grateful than ever to this school for bringing us together.

The second truth is that I told my class they were, and I quote, “an amazing group of people, so talented and so unique.” I told them all that we should “cherish our last few hours together, because this school and this class, they were about to become the past, but they were things never to be forgotten and forever to be learned from.” I knew that my classmates were an impressive bunch back then, but learning more about them in the years since, and watching what they have become, has left me speechless at times. In the interest of time, I'll name only two examples, but there are so many.

I stood in this very spot 15 years ago — delivering a speech to my fellow classmates. When it came time to begin preparing my remarks for today, I thought listening again to what I'd said back in 2002 would be a good place to start. After a couple of hours of digging, my parents found the old videotape with the recording, and I went to their house one weekend to watch.

I jotted down some nuggets from the speech that struck me as having been proven true in this past decade and a half. As well as a pretty big nugget that struck me as in need of further reflection and expansion. So consider the rest of what I say to be something like two truths and a lie — or better, two truths and an update. At the ripe old age of 32, I am still hesitant to attempt to bestow wisdom or life lessons to others, but I can tell you what my experiences have confirmed and taught me since I walked these grounds back in 2002.

The first truth is that I said to my fellow classmates, “We've grown up together, and there's a special connection between

Example No. 1: Back in January, one of my classmates posted on Facebook a childhood photo of herself from 1989. But this photo, and the caption, were no ordinary Facebook post.

From them I learned that my classmate had spent the first five years of her life in war-torn Iran. Her family tried to escape numerous times, and the picture she posted was of a stay in Ankara, Turkey — a failed attempt, as they had to return to Tehran soon after. Later, they would make it to Tokyo, where after living three months in a motel, they were denied visas by the U.S. embassy, but told to try again in three more months.

That time, it worked, and they were able to come to America, where our paths crossed here on St. Stephen's Road. When we were in school together, I knew this classmate was from Iran.

But that's all I knew. I didn't know that her country and her family had been torn apart by war. I didn't know that she had travelled the world, trying to make it to the United States. It took me 15 years to learn those details, and still I know only tidbits — I'm sure that she and her parents have so much more to tell.

Example No. 2: Another one of my classmates has made over 2 million edits to Wikipedia articles. From our days at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes, I remember him winning geography bees and knowing everything there was to know about opera.

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That which you love “What do you love?

What are you good at? What does the world need? And what can you be paid for? Where all of these things intersect, I believe that meaning, fulfillment, and happiness awaits.”

Passion That which you are good at

Now, he's channeled those talents and that brilliance to become one of the most prolific Wikipedia editors of all time.

These are the kind of people that SSSAS brings together. These are the kind of people that surround you right now. Perhaps you already know their life stories and value their special abilities, but my guess is that you could still learn more. So do cherish these last few hours together, and your last summer in Alexandria before you go to college. Strengthen and deepen your friendships, because the people at this school are so special — don't waste the opportunities that are all around you to learn from your peers.

Now for the update. When I spoke to my classmates in 2002, and shared my hope and advice for our futures, my message was that we should try to discover our professional passions and pursue them. I did not want for my classmates to end up in jobs where they counted down the minutes until 5 p.m. every day; I wanted for them to find careers that excited and fulfilled them. I still have that hope today, but a few things have happened since that have added a few dimensions to my original message, so I wanted to share a revised version with you all.

The first thing that happened is that a few days after my graduation, I received a letter from one of my classmates' fathers. I had never spoken to him before, but he felt compelled

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Mission

Ikigai

Profession

That which the world needs Vocation

That which you can be paid for to write to me, and to this day, I am guided by the advice he provided. Among other things, he told me that “from those to whom much is given, much is expected in return.” And he urged me to use my gifts to do whatever I could to make the world a better place. These are not exactly unique or novel messages. I'd heard them before in some form. But they came at a time and in a way that left a deep impression on me. You see, my future, and my classmates' future, was not just about finding things we loved to do — it was about finding things we loved to do that also rendered a service to the communities around us.

The second thing that happened is that many years after my graduation, my cousin's fiancée posted something on Facebook. She wrote that “ikigai” was a Japanese concept meaning “a reason for being.” According to her status update, everyone has an ikigai, but finding it requires a deep and lengthy search of self. With this description, she posted a Venn diagram with ikigai at the center, and four circles around the edges representing “that which you love,” “that which the world needs,” “that which you are good at,” and “that which you can be paid for.” In other words, where those four things intersect, that's your ikigai.

I was really struck by this diagram. There was “what you love” — what I'd focused on at my graduation. There was “what the world needs” — which had been pointed out to me by my classmate's father. And then there was “what you're good at”

and “what you can be paid for” — which embodied the simple realities that each of us has strengths and weaknesses, and that each of us probably needs to earn a living.

I tried to search for more information on ikigai. I found some blog posts, which mostly just elaborated a bit on the diagram.

And I found a book and a TED talk, both of which focused on a community in Okinawa, Japan, which, according to the TED talk, has the longest disability-free life expectancy in the world, and five times as many centenarians as the United States.

Among other factors, the residents' longevity is attributed to ikigai – these people have a sense of purpose, a reason for getting up in the morning. This community also has no word for retirement, and so many if not most of its centenarians are pursuing their ikigai well past 100.

The question on top – what do you love – although easy to articulate in a variety of different ways, it can be difficult to answer. But the various articulations may help. What makes you come alive? What fills you with a sense of joy? Perhaps most simply, what do you do in your free time and would you do more often in the absence of competing demands?

The question on the left – what are you good at – is a question that can be answered on many different levels. Do you have a particular strength in math, science, or with languages? Do you have a special talent when it comes to music or sports? What have others praised you for? In what contexts have you felt like you have excelled?

The question on the right – what does the world need – is a hard one these days, because the world needs so many things. But remember that this search is about identifying a need that you can work to address. And remember also that that need might be on a global scale, or something much closer to home.

For example, maybe, just maybe, I love to sing. But maybe, hypothetically speaking, I am an absolutely terrible singer.

Singing is not my ikigai. As another example, maybe I love to take pictures, and maybe I am a decent photographer, but I am not convinced that that is what the world needs from me in particular. These examples may lead you to wonder what my ikigai is – I will confess to you that I don't know yet, which brings me to my last point.

These questions do not need answers from you or me or any of us tomorrow. You might not know your ikigai at 22. You might not know at 30. You might not know at 50. But with these four questions to guide you, and a willingness to continue to explore and reconsider, I think that we all can find that sweet spot in the end. Maybe once we've found our sense of purpose, we won't want to retire, at least not from pursuit of that purpose.

And maybe we'll live past 100 like the Okinawans. Even if not, identifying that sense of purpose seems a worthy goal to pursue.

So as you head off to college, into your first jobs, to new cities, to new countries — in short, for new experiences, I hope that you can try to keep these four things in mind as you chart your professional course in life. What do you love? What are you good at? What does the world need? And what can you be paid for? Where all of these things intersect, I believe that meaning, fulfillment, and happiness awaits, and that is my sincerest hope for you all, just like it was, and remains, my sincere hope for my fellow classmates.

To hear Caroline's full remarks, please visit our Livestream channel at www.livestream.com/sssas.

Globally speaking, what issues have stood out to you? What causes have tugged at your heartstrings? More locally speaking, what are the problems in your community? Is there a service in your community that needs to be provided but there is no one in that role? Or, perhaps most locally, does your family need you to serve them in a particular way?

And the question on the bottom- what can you be paid for — may seem obvious, but I'd like to add a few points of clarification. First, perhaps money is no object. If so, by all means focus on the first three circles and pursue their intersection without regard to an income. Second, perhaps you have identified what you love, what you're good at, and what the world needs, but you think you can't be paid for it — don't give up right away. You might be surprised to discover that there are indeed ways to earn money for that would-be ikigai.

Lastly, it might be better to phrase this point as whether there is an economic value attached to your services. For example, stay-at-home parents may not have an income in the traditional sense, but their work is undoubtedly valuable, and parenting is undoubtedly an ikigai.

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S N A P S H OTS “This class has taught me that no matter what you've been through, with perseverance and a caring community, you can overcome any adversity.”

KATE ELKINS

Senior Advisor, Upper School Art

“This class was kind and sensitive. They looked out for one another and seemed to genuinely care. Probably more than anything, they made me smile when I walked into the classroom.”

STEVE EBNER

Senior Advisor, Upper School History

.....INDEPENDENT...COHESIVE...ENGAGING...DILIGENT...KIND.....

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.....TALENTED...DIVERSE...POISED...FRIENDLY...INSIGHTFUL.....

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“I feel that the Shrinemont retreat with this class was the most cohesive.

These seniors, although independent, really get along well, pulled together as a team, and provided good leadership.”

SARAH OAKES Senior Advisor, Upper School Science

“This class taught me a deeper sense of empathy.

I believe they will be remembered for the smiles they brought both through kindness and their generally keen sense of humor.”

ERICA ALEMDAR Senior Advisor, Upper School Spanish

.....DETERMINED...CREATIVE...THOUGHTFUL...ANALYTICAL.....

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......RESPECTFUL...QUESTIONING...EMPATHETIC...SPIRITED....

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CLASS OF 2017 FAST FACTS

2 National Merit Finalists 2 Semi-finalists 7 Commended Scholars

Won the National Latin Exam New Latin Educators Award

Won the Rockwell Collins Innovate Award at the Virginia state robotics tournament

University of Arizona

Won 2 Gold Keys, 7 Silver Keys, and 10 Honorable Mentions in the Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

Won the Digital Design, Sculpture, and Best of School Awards at the All City Alexandria Art Exhibition

Received 2 Cappies nominations for “The Good Woman of Setzuan”, performed in the Virginia District 10 Music Festivals, and sang Evensong at the National Cathedral.

31 To play collegiate athletics next year, representing 11 sports

Won 2 Honorable Mentions at the Congressional Institute Artistic Discovery Competition

Pepperdine University San Diego State University University of California, Santa Barbara University of California, Los Angeles University of San Diego University of Southern California

Volunteered 1000s of hours locally; made 1000s of sandwiches for Martha's Table; collected food; led supply drives; participated in international causes in Romania and Haiti

118 seniors were accepted by more than

Led the boys lacrosse team to a VISAA state championship, field hockey and girls lacrosse to ISL championships; and ice hockey to the IAC co-championship. Won an individual and relay state championship in boys swimming.

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colleges and universities

Loyola University Salisbury University U.S. Naval Academy Prep School University of Maryland, College Park

Marquette University Colorado College United States Air Force Academy University of Colorado at Boulder (3) University of Denver (2)

Dickinson College Drexel University (2) Duquesne University McGill University Gettysburg College (Canada) Lafayette College (2) Lehigh University (2) Penn State University University of Pennsylvannia (2) Temple University Hamilton College (3) New York University (2) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Dartmouth College

Babson College Boston College Emerson College Harvard University

University of Michigan

Brown University Trinity College Wesleyan University Yale University

Northwestern University

Princeton University (2) Garden City Community College

Rhodes College (2) University of Tennessee Vanderbilt University

Denison University Kenyon College (2)

American University Catholic University of America (2) Georgetown University (3)

Potomac State College West Virginia University

Christopher Newport University (2) College of William & Mary (5) George Mason University James Madison University (4) University of Mary Washington University of Virginia (10) Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Military Institute Virginia Tech (5) Washington & Lee University (2) Davidson College Elon University NC High Point University (3) North Carolina State University

University of Mississippi

College of Charleston University of South Carolina (3) Auburn University University of Alabama (2)

Georgia Tech Spelman College University of Georgia

Trinity College

Mid-Atlantic

Enrolled in colleges and universities across the country and Canada.

19% New England 8%

48%

Canada <1% West 11% Midwest

5%

West South Central <1%

South Atlantic

5%

More than one-third of the class was offered college scholarships or merit aid.

7%

East South Central

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UPPER SCHOOL P R I Z E DAY O n Ju n e 9 , S t . S t e p h e n ' s a n d St. Agnes School presented t h e s e awa r d s i n r e c o g n i t i o n o f o u r s t u d e n t s ' a c h i eve m e n t s i n academics, the arts, athletics, c i t i z e n s h i p, a n d s e r v i c e .

STEPHANY GUADALUPE & GABRIEL RUDASILL

STERLING GILLIAM GIVING THE FAREWELL ADDRESS

MILITARY APPOINTMENTS: SENIORS BRENDAN RICHICHI, STERLING GILLIAM, COLE EARLY, ALEC COAKLEY, GABRIEL RUDASILL, MILES HENDERSON-CHAMBERS

JESSICA EDWARDS, OLIVIA GILLIAM, OLIVIA PUGH, KYLA CARNEY, JULIA PHALTHANKER, BRENDAN RICHICHI, STERLING GILLIAM, SEAN DOWLING, SAMUEL DUBKE

MALCOLM REYNOLDS

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JON JAPHA MIDDLE SCHOOL HISTORY TEACHER

MILA LUBECK

STEPHANIE KOROMA ATHETICS DIRECTOR FOR GIRLS

FAY SLATTERY UPPER SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER

GLENN ARCHER '92 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD PRESIDENT

NINA TYREE UPPER SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

KATE ELKINS UPPER SCHOOL ART TEACHER

ZOE BELODEAU

KATERINA SILIS

JOSEPH LASTELIC, CARROLL PHILLIPS '18, NATHAN PUGH, ELIZABETH PHILLIPS '20, AND CECILE LASTELIC PHILLIPS '87

THE FACULTY EXCELLENCE AWARD

Jon Japha Middle School History Teacher

THE YEARBOOK DEDICATION

Andy Pitzer Middle School History Teacher

The following recognitions and awards were presented to seniors unless otherwise noted.

THE LESLIE JONES LATIN PRIZE JP Wilusz

THE MICHALOT CUP Sean Dowling

THE MEDAL OF EXCELLENCE IN SPANISH Katerina Silis

THE MATHEMATICS AWARD Nicole Bolton

THE TECHNOLOGY PRIZE Jessica Edwards

THE COURTENAY MARSHALL COCHRAN AWARD FOR SCIENCE Mila Lubeck

THE ROY EDWARD BYRD AWARD Sterling Gilliam

THE O'CONNOR HISTORY PRIZE Samuel Dubke

THE MARJORIE M. NORRIS AWARD Nathan Pugh

THE KARIG WRITING PRIZE Malcolm Reynolds

THE CHARLES JAMES SHELL MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR ENGLISH Nathan Pugh

THE ANN G. LINDSEY POETRY PRIZE Caroline Cruze '20

THE SALUTATORIAN

RECOGNITION OF MILITARY APPOINTMENTS/SCHOLARSHIPS

THE VALEDICTORIAN

Alec Coakley Alec will be attending the University of Colorado at Boulder and will participate in the Marine Corps Option for Naval ROTC.

Sterling Gilliam

Samuel Dubke

THE FAREWELL ADDRESS Sterling Gilliam

GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL APPOINTMENTS

Agriculture: Helen Sweeney '19 French: Teresa Moore '18 Humanities: Caroline Burnett '19 Latin: Alicia Lopez '19 Math, Science, & Technology: John Donovan '19 Theatre: Christian Corpening '18

THE HOY SCHOLARS

Wendy Buendia '20, Cassandra Tran Do '18, Ephraim Reed '19, Myles Johnson '18

THE DONALD GAYLE SCHOLARSHIP MATHEMATICS PRIZE

John Dewhurst '18, Charlotte Fontham '18, Gwendolyn Rak '18

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY APPLIED SCIENCE PRIZE Gwendolyn Rak '18

THE JOHN MORROW STANTON MEMORIAL ATHLETIC AWARD Jordan Walker '18

THE MICHAEL HOLT AWARD Caroline Sweet

THE PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS

Instrumental Arts: Margaret Fergusson Vocal Arts: Stephany Guadalupe Dramatic Arts: Kyla Carney

THE EDWARD E. TATE SENIOR RELIGION PRIZE Adele Reardon

THE PERKINS CUP

Gabriel Rudasill

THE HELEN ARNY MACAN SCHOLARSHIP AWARD Charlotte Fontham

Brendan Joseph Richichi Brendan will be ttending the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo.

THE SENIOR CLASS AWARD

THE JANE LYWOOD CUP

THE ATHLETIC COUNCIL SILVER BOWL PARTICIPATION AWARDS

THE MACONDRAY TROPHY

10 Seasons: Emma Button, Elena Ricci, Caroline Wiseman, Riley Larson, Jeffrey Lewis, James Pugh, Gabriel Rudasill

THE HOWARD CUP

Julia Thompson Burke '18

THE VISUAL ARTS AWARD Caleigh Warner

Darius Tyree Phillips Darius received a three year Army ROTC scholarship and will be attending Drexel University.

Mary Margaret Lehmkuhler '19

12 Seasons: Olivia Pugh, Caroline Sweet, Dustin Riles

Malcolm Reynolds

Miles Xavier Henderson-Chambers Miles will be attending Virginia Military Institute and will participate in ROTC.

Gabriel Xavier Rudasill Gabriel will be attending the United States Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, R.I.

THE FRANK NIEPOLD ARTS PRIZE

Nathan Pugh

Sterling Gilliam Sterling received a four-year Navy ROTC scholarship and will be attending Vanderbilt University.

THE ESTHER CARROLL MURPHY AWARD FOR CREATIVITY

11 Seasons: Zoe Belodeau, Kelsey Dunn, Elizabeth Garland, Mollie Miller, Campbell Shepherdson, Wynne Whitley, Michael Lucas, Charles Luparello

THE MONTGOMERY AWARD FOR HUMANITIES

Cole Early Cole will be attending Drexel University in Philadelphia and will participate in the Marine Corps Option for Naval ROTC.

THE HELENE HASKIN KRAUSE AWARD

Paige Stewart

Samuel Dubke

Sean Dowling

THE FATHERS' CLUB AWARD

Adele Reardon, JP Wilusz

THE ASSOCIATION OF PARENTS AND TEACHERS AWARD Mila Lubeck

THE CARROLL LASTELIC AWARD Nathan Pugh

THE ST. STEPHEN'S AND ST. AGNES MEDALS

Samuel Dubke

Kyla Carney, Sean Dowling, Samuel Dubke, Jessica Edwards, Sterling Gilliam, Olivia Gilliam, Julia Phalthanker, Olivia Pugh, Brendan Richichi

THE DAINGERFIELD ASHTON MODEL ATHLETE AWARD

THE ST. AGNES CUP

THE MODEL ATHLETE FOR BOYS AWARD

THE EMMETT H. HOY JR. CITIZENSHIP AWARD

Kelsey Dunn

THE SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD FOR BOYS

Zoe Belodeau

Brendan Richichi, Maxwell Simpson

Stephany Guadalupe

Gabriel Rudasill

THE OUTSTANDING ATHLETE AWARDS Cameron Butler, Olivia Pugh

THE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS

Sterling Gilliam, Mollie Miller

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MIDDLE SCHOOL

AWARDS DAY AND GRADUATION O n Ju n e 7 , S t . S t e p h e n ' s a n d St. Agnes School presented t h e s e awa r d s i n r e c o g n i t i o n of our students' a c h i eve m e n t s in academics, the arts, a t h l e t i c s , a n d c i t i z e n s h i p.

The eighth grade graduated o n Ju n e 8 , f o l l owe d by a r e c e p t i o n i n Ft . Wa r d Pa r k .

HEAD OF SCHOOL KIRSTEN ADAMS, RYAN VUONO '20 (2016 WINNER) PRESENTING THE ST. STEPHEN'S AND ST. AGNES CUP TO JACK PESSAUD '21

THE RICHARD P. BABYAK AWARDS

THE ATHLETIC “SAINT” AWARDS

DEPARTMENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Sixth Grade: Benjamin Garland, Lauren Irish, Jonathan Kho, Katharine Lavayen

Sixth Grade: Isabella Garcia-Ippolito, Reid Kidd

The Band Award

For making our school and community a better place through their actions throughout the year

Seventh Grade: Gabrielle Hart, Taner Prestholdt, Joan Marie O'Connell, Aidan Todd Eighth Grade: Caroline Grace Butler, Irvine Madenga, Tripp Pratt, Leilani Soriano

DIRECTOR'S AWARD

For demonstrating character tenacity, and intellect

For sportsmanship, cooperation, and a positive attitude

Seventh Grade: Emmy Pascal, Noah Potholm Eighth Grade Callie Heimbach, Keene Cornick

THE SINCLAIR CUP

Seventh Grade: Zaria Franklin, Gavin Prestholdt Eighth Grade: Christian Borden, Louisa Treadway

THE BROOKS MATH AWARD

For the greatest achievement and interest in math in seventh grade

Dwight Ware, Katie Whalen

The Chorus Award

Will Matia, Skye Schofield-Saba

The Drama Award

Jennifer Lansing, Tripp Pratt

For exemplifying loyalty, integrity, leadership, cooperation, and scholastic endeavor in seventh grade

The English Award

Iman Haddad, Finn Jensen

Caroline Grace Butler, Jackson Montague

THE STEBBINS CUP

Sixth Grade: Drew Hartman, Emma Lacy

Awarded to eighth grade students for demonstrating strong scholarship and interest in a particular subject

For exemplifying community, spirit, compassion, and consideration of others in sixth grade Bailey Edwards, Oscar Wright

THE FELLOWSHIP PRIZE

For possessing the best qualities of a true friend in eighth grade Adrienne Lai, Jack Pessaud

Christian Borden, Gatsby Olsen

The French Award

The History Award

Noelle Burwell, Ishan Kangotra

The Latin Award

Michael Hines, Catherine Seale

The Math Award

Michael Hines, Adrienne Lai

The Orchestra Award Leilani Soriano

The Religion Award

John Fontham, Katie Whalen

Shelby Berger, CJ Kato

The Science Award

Callie Heimbach, Tommy Siracuse

The Spanish Award

Conrad McIntosh, Lexi Olsen

The Visual Arts Award

Keene Cornick, Skye Schofield-Saba

THE ST. STEPHEN'S AND ST. AGNES CUP

For exemplifying scholarship, character, leadership, and citizenship Jack Pessaud '21

PAULINE BAUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER

ADRIENNE LAI '21

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CHRISTIAN BORDEN '21 SUSANNE WANAMAKER '82 MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

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S N A P S H OTS

LO W E R S C H O O L FIFTH GRADE RECOGNITION

O n Ju n e 6 , t h e L owe r School recognized, c e l e b r a t e d , a n d b i d f a r e we l l to the fifth grade class as t h ey c o n t i n u e t h e i r j o u r n ey as Saints to the Middle School.

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S N A P S H OTS

LO W E R S C H O O L

GRANDPARENTS' AND SPECIAL FRIENDS DAY O n M ay 5 , t h e L owe r S c h o o l we l c o m e d o u r S a i n t s ' grandparents and special friends for breakfast, a concert, and classroom v i s i t s . D e s p i t e a n e a r ly p owe r o u t a g e a n d t o r r e n t i a l r a i n , a wo n d e r f u l t i m e wa s h a d by a l l .

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TEACHERS

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WISHING A FOND FAREWELL TO OUR RETIRING FACULTY

105 combined years of service to SSSAS

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Suzanne Nuckolls

Middle School Math Teacher A beloved member of the St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School faculty for 38 years, Middle School Math Teacher Suzanne Nuckolls will be remembered for her dedication to academic excellence, sincere interest in the welfare of her students, and incredible sense of humor.

Suzanne joined St. Agnes School in 1978, teaching mathematics for ten years and serving as the department chair for one year.

Prior to SAS she served for three years as the mathematics department chair at Morgan County High School in Madison, Ga., and worked for one year as a legislative secretary on Capitol Hill for Senator Robert Morgan (D-NC). In 1988 she took a year off from teaching when she was expecting her second child and getting her eldest daughter Emily ready for preschool. She rejoined the faculty at SAS in 1989 and has remained with SSSAS ever since.

In addition to serving in the mathematics department, she served on various committees such as Admissions and Professional Growth and Development, as well as on three 10year evaluation committees.

As the Middle School Math Coordinator, Suzanne was a key figure in the important decision to separate sixth through eighth grade math and science classes by gender in the early 1990's.

In fact, Suzanne's math class was covered by several local and global news agencies and was highlighted in an article in The Washington Post titled, “An Equation for Equality.” Suzanne has co-led sessions for VAIS and the Northern Virginia Teachers of Mathematics on single-sex math classes as well as a workshop at Mount Holyoke College.

“She was my absolute favorite math teacher ever.

I loved everything about her class.”

~ JANE JOY MORRISON '80

Suzanne cherishes the SSSAS service-learning program, her connection with her students, and building lasting relationships with her colleagues. Middle School Math Teacher Pauline Hong Bauman says: “With infinite care and memorable wit, Suzanne has helped countless students master the principles of algebra.

Suzanne also goes above and beyond to strengthen our school community. I never cease to be amazed by her selfless acts of kindness and service. When a colleague is in need, she is quick to cook a delicious five-course meal to ease his load. When a student courageously performs a solo during chapel, she writes her a note of thanks for sharing her talents. Suzanne models the intangible traits of a true Saint, and we are forever thankful for the enduring impact she has made on our school community.”

formation of the math curriculum, always keeping herself up to date with cutting edge mathematics education and designing classes that challenge and inspire. Her wisdom, vision, and good sense are woven into every aspect of the Middle School's culture. Suzanne, more than anyone I have ever known, is the embodiment of what real service learning means. She has always willingly and generously supported every service project with her time, talent, resources, and compassionate heart. Her loyalty to SSSAS, her dedication to the craft of teaching, her commitment to student character formation, and her deep relationships with faculty, staff, and students have been a source of joy and nourishment to us for many years. She will be dearly missed by the entire community.”

Sherley Keith, retired SSSAS Middle School English Teacher and longtime colleague, says: “Suzanne Nuckolls' passion for the life of our school is evident in everything she does.

Her students value and admire her. Her advisees rely on her wisdom, generosity, and sense of fun. Her colleagues love her for her sage counsel, endless support, and subtle, hilarious wit.

Since her arrival to St. Agnes she has played a vital role in the

At the Middle School Awards Day on June 7, the school announced that the Fellowship Prize is being renamed the Suzanne Griffin Nuckolls Fellowship Prize in honor of her retirement and decades of inspirational teaching and service to our community. This unique prize is conferred on an eighth grade boy and girl selected by their peers as students who possess the qualities of a true friend. www.sssas.org | 31

Anna Vascott

Associate Director of the Upper School Associate Director of the Upper School Anna Vascott has been a loved and integral member of the St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School faculty and administration for 27 years. Her deep care for students and families, dynamic teaching, and thoughtful work with teachers will be greatly missed.

Anna joined the faculty of St. Stephen's School in 1990 as an Upper School science teacher. She had previously taught various science classes in Portsmouth City Public Schools and at St. Mary's Academy in Alexandria. She also had served as a research associate at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and at the University of Colorado's Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research.

Throughout her years at SSSAS, she has served as the science department chair and ninth grade class dean. She became the Associate Director of the Upper School in 2005 and continued teaching wetlands biology and adaptations biology.

In addition to her administrative role and serving in the science department, she served on various committees such as Upper School Admissions Committee, the Environmental Stewardship Committee, and the Professional Growth Committee. She also was a faculty representative on the Honor Council.

In her role as Associate Director, Anna works with ninth and tenth grade students to facilitate their transition to the Upper School. She also works with new faculty to support them as they navigate their first year and integrate smoothly into the academic program. She advises on many aspects of the Upper School—curriculum, advisory, student progress, faculty concerns, and more. Anna cherishes her work with our “dedicated, innovative, and collegial faculty” as one of the “best” parts of her job. “I have been privileged to work with such a caring and professional faculty who are continually working to improve their approach to helping students learn and grow,” Anna shared.

Father Sean Cavanaugh, JK-12 Chaplain, Chair of the Religion Department, and longtime colleague, says: “Anna's real gift is her ability to see the humanity in each child and teacher she works with. Anna understands what is important about SSSAS and lives our Episcopal mission with poise and grace. I think the biggest compliment to Anna is that she really makes people feel like they are important and matter.”

At the spring Retirement/Farewell Reception, Upper School Science Teacher Nina Tyree said, “Anna, although I am losing you as a colleague, I know I am keeping you as a best friend.

We will miss you and we thank you for all these gifts you have given us. Your patience, kindness, wisdom, and compassion have left a legacy in our school and in our hearts.”

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“Anna possesses an amazing ability to see students as whole children and to understand how best to reach them by identifying what support, instruction, and structure they need. She gets to the heart of what matters the most—caring for the individual.”

~ IAN HOCHBERG

UPPER SCHOOL LATIN TEACHER

Kathy Green

Middle School Learning Specialist “A vibrant member of our school community, a gem of our Middle School, and, may I say, an unsung hero.” This is how Middle School Art Teacher Kati Towle described her colleague Kathy Green, Middle School Learning Specialist, at the spring Retirement/Farewell reception. She continued, “With her compassion, intellect, and persistence she has guided hundreds of students as they work through our Middle School's rigorous academic program, and she has become a beloved colleague and grateful friend to all who have had the gift of working with her.”

Our community bids farewell to Kathy after 22 years of service to St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School.

Kathy joined SSSAS in 1994 as a Middle School tutor.

Throughout the years she has tutored Upper School students in math, taught pre-algebra summer classes, and served on the Technology Committee and the Schedule Committee at the Middle School. Before joining our community, she taught at The Lab School of Washington.

Kathy was instrumental in developing the SSSAS Math Enrichment program. The program is open to all grades and levels and gives students the opportunity to participate in math challenges and learn concepts outside of the traditional curriculum. Students explore the Fibonacci sequence, binary finger counting, and mental short cuts for solving complicated computations without paper or calculator. Middle School Director Charlotte Riggs said, “There is a loyal group who attends Kathy's math enrichment. This committed crew is a credit to her dedication to the students and their interest in math. Kathy's kindness has been felt by all of her students and by her colleagues who appreciate her generous spirit and camaraderie.”

Anne Sellon, Upper School Learning Specialist and longtime colleague, says: “Kathy always has a ready smile for her students, and her gracious and upbeat manner makes her a delight to be around. Kathy is truly a lifelong learner who has wide range of knowledge in many areas. She loves to travel and enjoys food from many different cultures. Kathy is adventurous! Has she ever told you she participated in an incredible zero gravity exercise?

Kathy's open and friendly manner and her knowledge and love of travel make her a very interesting conversationalist. She has made a lasting impact on our school and she will be dearly missed.”

When Kathy was asked about her decision to retire she quoted a former English teacher from the Middle School, Bess Johnson, who said, “I want to retire while I still have fire in my belly.” Here are just some of the things on her retirement “to-do list”: Take a photography class, swim, redecorate the house, garden, travel (not in the summer!), sit down and read, take a cooking class, go scuba diving, and hang-gliding. We have no doubts that Kathy will do all of this and more!

“It's been a privilege to work with someone who has such a wide range—a breadth and depth—of knowledge … everything from gardening to space exploration and all the academic subjects in between. She is a serious and passionate lifelong learner.” ~ CHERYL JACKSON

MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMIC CENTER

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Jan Hirshberg

Lower School Learning Specialist After 18 years with our school and 45 years in the profession, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School says farewell to Dr. Jan Hirshberg, Lower School Learning Specialist, who retired in June. Her positivity, joyful spirit, and kindness will be greatly missed.

Jan joined St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School in 1999 as a part-time Lower School Learning Specialist and has worked with students in kindergarten through second grade. She finds joy in the process of helping to develop writing and reading skills in our youngest Saints. Jan prides herself on being able to provide a safe place for her students “to stumble, make mistakes, and learn.”

She enjoys working closely with parents, teachers, and her fellow resource team.

When Jan joined SSSAS, she brought more than 27 years of teaching experience with her. She had taught third and fourth grades, and served as a reading consultant at a public school outside of Boston. She also was a reading teacher in Falls Church. Jan received her doctorate from Harvard Graduate School of Education where she was also a clinical supervisor/teaching fellow at the Harvard Reading Lab, and taught linguistics and beginning reading approaches for five years. Since 1984 Jan has been a member of an author team for many editions of a K-6 reading program published by McGraw-Hill.

Carly Flanigan, Lower School Learning Specialist, says: “Jan absolutely delights in her students and they truly delight in her. She is a true collaborator, mentor, and friend. She is a teacher who empowers those around her, whether they be the youngest student or a longtime colleague, to be the best they can be. Jan relishes spending time in Miami, her home away from home!

Spending time with her son and daughter, her dear mother, her three grandchildren, and her husband is a source of great joy for her. She has a passion for reading and learning and has been an avid reader since she was a little girl. Jan's warmth and kindness is infectious and genuine—and to know her, work with her, and be befriended by her is a true gift. She will be truly missed by students, colleagues, and friends alike!”

“Jan has been an impactful, foundational figure at the Lower School. A highly regarded expert in her field, she is the author of a book series adopted by schools nationally on how to scaffold the process of breaking the code and learning to read.

Her advice and counsel to teachers has been invaluable over the years— 'when in doubt, ask Jan' has been our school motto.”

~ BOB WEIMAN

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ASSOCIATE HEAD OF SCHOOL

We can't wait to see you!

October 20-21, 2017

ALUMNI

REUNION WEEKEND

Your classmates. Your friends. Your school.

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TRANSFORMATIONS SAINTS

GO

GLOBAL

Spring Break Adventures: Around the World in Seven Days

The following pages contain the reflections and inspired artwork and photos of our student travelers and their chaperones, and were designed by Malcolm Reynolds '17 and Gabe Rudasill '17 for their senior project.

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Kenya REFLECTION BY KATHARINA HARDING '18

Kenya was a trip of a lifetime.

Our group of eight girls began the journey in the very in Dulles International Airport, a hub of cultural and ethnic convergence, and after spending more than 20 hours traveling, were transported into a vastly more diverse world, the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. Lewa is not just a place for wildlife; it is a community. The primary focus is the animals and conservation, but this goal extends far beyond the 62,000-acre property of Lewa. The relationship between Lewa and the outlying communities not only protects the wildlife inside, but also the people surrounding it. This partnership stops poachers and quells community unrest with the help of the private security provided by Lewa.

During our stay we met with many people who work with and in the communities: Joseph from the Northern Rangers Trust; Phoebe, a nurse; Wanjiku from communications; and even Mike Watson, Lewa's CEO. In addition to meeting a multitude of influential people we visited some of the communities surrounding Lewa. We met local women who benefitted from the Manyangalo Water Project and visited some of their farms.

One day we visited a school in Leparua and planted trees with the kids.

Most of us would consider this day the most memorable. I loved playing soccer and volleyball with the kids even though they were much faster and better than us. Visiting the classrooms and helping the younger children learn English was my favorite part of the day. I was surprised with how eager they were to learn and how well the high school students spoke English. Speaking with the older students made me realize how much we have in common. Many of them were studying the same subjects we are in school and they have similar goals for the future as we do. We made lasting relationships with the children and teachers there and hope to visit them again.

I was fortunate to catch a glimpse of what Lewa is all about and fully understand why they work so hard to protect all of these amazing

creatures ranging from little hyraxes to the black rhinos. Our wellknowledged and entertaining guides, Nissa and Moses, would bring us as close to lions and elephants as they possibly could. Looking an elephant right in the eye made the real world seem so far away.

Yet, for some this is their real world, with no strict schedules and time tables. These animals fill the open lands and make the beautiful sunsets and sunrises even more breathtaking. My favorite part of our days were the nighttime game drives. After sunset the night sky is so clear you can see the Milky Way and make out so many star patterns.

Our late nights were quiet and peaceful as everybody wanted to take the vast sky in, while our mornings were filled with different grunts and howls waking us up to start the day. We made so many memories on our game drives, no matter the weather or terrain. One of my favorite drives was one of our last ones. It had just stopped storming, so Nissa decided to open the roof of the Land Cruiser. As we sped through the dirt trails, mud started raining into the car and all of us were soon caked in mud. We spent the rest of the evening covered in the Kenyan dirt as we watched our final sundown.

Hiking through the valley, meeting the baby rhino Kitui, swimming in the water source, and meeting all the wonderful people made me realize how Lewa has affected so many parts of Kenya. The communities are protected by the Conservancy, but have also expanded because of it. The Conservancy has provided so many people with jobs, health care, and housing. Meeting the women from the water project, lodges, clinic, and headquarters was helped me understand why they work so hard to protect the wildlife as it is a part of their lives. However, these people were not just speaking to us, but treated us like friends. Their kind and welcoming words made leaving Lewa much harder than expected. Meeting these people and seeing the wildlife was an experience I will never forget.

We learned and laughed on our safari through Kenya, and I think I can speak for the entire group when I say that we fell in love with Lewa and hope to spread its message of conservation and community.

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PHOTO INSPIRATIONS OLIVIA GILLIAM '17

“Tracks” (facing page)

Looking back out of the safari vehicle, the openness of the land and the sky was nothing short of breathtaking.

“Three Sleeping Lionesses” (right)

These three lionesses were our first glimpses of lions at Lewa.

The way they were lounging gave us an appreciation for their secure, carefree place at the top of the food chain.

“Three Sleeping Lionesses”

ART INSPIRATION LILLY CADY '19

“Rhino”

Acrylic Finger Painting on Canvas, 12” x 16”

Our group saw this particular male rhino on one of the first days of our trip. Rhinos such as this one are critically endangered due to poaching, so the group was very excited to have such a close encounter. Although brief, the moment was truly magical and inspired me to paint. With its rugged beauty and strength, the rhino embodied the very best parts of our trip. The wildness of Kenya was an incredible sight to behold, and all the members of our group were touched by its vast wonders. www.sssas.org | 39

As we ventured out of our comfort zones, quite literally, and stepped off the plane in Madrid, Spain, I don't think any one student had an idea of what we were about to experience.

Hosting Spanish exchange students is one thing, but being in a foreign country and trying to speak a language you are not fluent in for almost the whole day is another. I can speak for myself and say that I had several doubts about the trip.

With these initial insecurities about my Spanish skills in the back of my mind, I left the airport with a nervous excitement. I could practically taste the jamón serrano and freshly baked bread, which would both become a staple of my diet for the next week.

The first couple of days, of course, had some inevitable awkward lulls in the dinner conversation, but I found myself loving the challenge of speaking Spanish and quickly found joy in sharing stories and indulging in the home-cooked meals at the dinner table each night. Not only was I improving my speaking but I began to understand a lot more of their culture, even if I could only pick up a few words from the fast-paced conversations. I soon realized that there was a story behind everything—town squares, aqueducts, cathedrals, palaces— and that instead of reading history

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Spain REFLECTION BY JULIA BURKE '18

textbook versions of Spain's rich culture, I was lucky enough to hear personal stories from my host family and their friends and teachers. These stories are ones I know I would've missed had I just visited Spain on my own.

One of my favorites came during our trip to Segovia on the most beautiful day of the trip.

Of course, the Roman Aqueduct in Segovia is impressive even without knowing the legend behind its making. Its arches stand curiously sturdy, creating an immense entrance to the city. However, it wasn't the pure structure that interested me, but the story behind its creation.

In Spain, it is said that the aqueduct was made by the devil after making a deal with a young girl.

This girl had grown tired of walking to the top of the mountain to retrieve water each day and

asked the devil to build something to carry the water down the mountain in exchange for her soul. Just before the devil laid the last stone in the aqueduct, the girl regretted her decision and prayed to the Virgin Mary, who in turn saved her soul. The space where the last stone should have been place rests a statue of the Virgin Mary, in honor of her saving the young girl. It is also said that the divots in the aqueduct are from the fingers of the devil.

After returning from Segovia I had a little more to add to our late night dinner conversations (Cultural note: Most Spaniards sit down to dinner at 10 pm!) and as I continued to learn more stories, I grew even closer to Marina and her family. This trip only increased my love for the Spanish language and culture and I will hold the memories with me forever.

PHOTO INSPIRATIONS GABRIELLE SULLIVAN '18

”Lantern in Toledo” (facing page)

This was taken at a Cathedral in Toledo, where I wanted to capture the repeated motif of light in religion. Lanterns were along every path to the Cathedral to help the people find the hope that religion could provide. My eye was drawn to the almost intimidating and mystical nature of the way the light struck the cathedral and how the lanterns seemed to reassure the people as they strolled by.

“Unknown Knight” (right)

This stained glass window in the Alcazar of Segovia shows the rich religious and architectural history of Spain. It caught my eye for a variety of reasons.

I was astounded at the sheer beauty and intricate detailing among each piece of the stained glass, and how it draws you in.

ART INSPIRATION CATHERINE OWENS '19

“Disturbance of The Boring” Ink and Watercolor, 10”x18”

This piece is of the Aqueducts in Segovia, Spain. The city behind it is based off of a picture taken in Toledo, Spain. Graffiti is on buildings, poles, and bridges all over Spain, giving the cities and towns a sense of individuality. The color is solely on the Aqueducts because it brought life to ancient civilizations, but now graffiti brings life to Spain.

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China REFLECTION BY RACHEL SULEYMANOV '19

Our goal for the day was to visit the Buddhist monastery that sits atop Mount Emei.

After a long drive to a bus station, we boarded a bus that would take us up closer to the foot of the mountain. The roads up the hills unfolded in twisted and narrow ways, and we all observed the earth surrounding us. To our right lay the lush and bright trees of the forest, and through the left windows we saw waterfalls spilling over high edges and joining small streams below.

After leaving the bus, we sat in groups of four in small ski lift-like pods that slowly climbed up Mount Emei. The whole hill was blanketed by dark leaves that shined with the gloss of the moisture in the air.

Looking back from the lift, you could see the gray of the clouds eating the view and covering everything you passed—the more we went up, the more the view disappeared into the hands of thick dew.

When we reached the top of the mountain, after an immense amount of steps, we came to a circular pavilion surrounded by slim, high trees.

In the middle of the pavilion stood a walkway fashioned like a pagoda and when you walked through, you could access all the smaller monasteries. The main prayer room was at the end of a long walkway that was decorated with statues of small white elephants down the sides. The wide but small building was painted a light yellow, and the

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dew sat breathing right above it. When I entered the room, I was greeted by a magnificent pearly elephant adorned with a golden headdress.

Atop the elephant sat a tall, gold Buddha surrounded by the elegant petals of a lotus flower. He wore a thin, but towering crown and the Buddha and his elephant sat behind a small table covered with colorful offerings. Around the center and pressed into the walls of the room were spaces for smaller statues of bodhisattvas. One could go around, bow, and pray to each one. Every time a Buddhist would kneel in front of the the big Buddha and touch their heads to the golden pillow beneath them, the monks struck a gong. A large crowd was building up to pray, but everyone remained calm and peaceful as they carefully planned the words they would speak to their Buddha.

Though I do not identify with any religion in particular, I always enjoy visiting relics in different countries. I've been to Russian Orthodox churches, mosques with wish-granting hooks, and many different temples, but I can confidently say that my trip to this very monastery was the most memorable one. The cloudy serenity that I found at the monastery fostered a sort of peacefulness within me. And, though the specificities of the monastery can only be triggered by pictures, the lasting impression of ethereality will never abandon me—just as the Buddha with his believers.

ART INSPIRATION ZAK ZELEDON '19

“Mount Emei, Chengdu, China”

Medium: Watercolor, 8” x 10” I have always been interested in art, ever since I was little. I was honored when the school asked me to create something from my spring break trip to China. Being a sophomore, this was my first time traveling with the school and I was beyond excited. In Chinese culture, ink and wash is a common art method which I tried to embody. This watercolor piece brings back great memories. While visiting the city of Chengdu, the group hiked up a mountain and encountered a small pagoda near a Buddhist temple. We continued to explore the surrounding area in the misty weather. We were all tired and wet, but we advanced forward. I wanted to express the feeling of that location, and a sense of the place in my work.

PHOTO INSPIRATIONS ALEX KRAMER '18

”Shanghi Skyline” (facing page top)

This was taken on top of the really tall financial building in Shanghai, where the view is incredible. This particular picture is how I pictured China before I went there. I had this image of China from stories in the Western media, as a country filled with concrete buildings that all look the same smothered in smog that reduces visibility to only a few miles.

What I discovered was that this preconceived notion was mostly wrong.

China is a beautiful country, but standing on the sky deck I realized that it is a very different world. The vast expanse of identical housing and oppressive smog in Shanghai were truly like nothing I had ever experienced before.

“Terracotta Army” (facing page bottom)

Learning about history and experiencing it in person are very different experiences. We learned about the terracotta army in freshman history, but actually being there is absolutely breathtaking and give you a completely different perspective on what you have learned. This picture shows only the tip of the iceberg, as there are three other identical active dig sites just as large.

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The Old City of Dresden during the day is an amalgamation of colors.

The high arches of the Baroque Fraunkirche Church are a smattering of gray and black, the tall townhomes that flank the main square are painted with pastels, and their terracotta roofs are a deep red that shines in the sun. The city was once called the Jewel Box of Germany for a reason: with its florid Baroque and Rococo architecture it could be the setting of a fairytale, complete with a vast, dominating palace in the city center. One can almost imagine stepping into the urban landscapes that hang in the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen art gallery, and joining the wig-wearing soldiers and cart-dragging peddlers.

Yet, the whole city of Dresden is, in many ways, a lie. If you step out of the city center, or cross the River Elbe to the city's residential and industrial areas, the scene resembles the Communist Block more than a fairytale. The juxtaposition of these two Dresdens is a reminder of the true history of this city that lies just below its plaster veneer.

In 1945, months before the end of the Second World War in Europe, British aircraft with American support firebombed the city of Dresden, leveling it and killing anywhere up to 100,000 civilians. This senseless and strategically unnecessary bombing was part of an Allied retaliation against German offenses earlier in the war, and was detailed by the American Kurt Vonnegut decades later in his book Slaughterhouse-Five, which we read in preparation for the trip. Below the rubble, along with the bulk of the city's population, also lay hundreds of years of carefully maintained art and architecture, that had once graced this historic capital of Saxony. Dresden was the Jewel Box of Germany no longer.

This was what we learned on our Central Europe trip: the cities we visited (Dresden, Prague, and Krakow) might seem like quaint tourist destinations, but were in fact the scenes of some of the greatest accomplishments, and worst atrocities, in European history. It was a first-hand experience in the nuances of human history, and snapshots of both its brightest and darkest hours.

Eastern Europe Dresden, Germany • Prague, Czech Republic • Krakow, Poland REFLECTION BY SAM DUBKE '17

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PHOTO INSPIRATION KATIE PRATT '17

“Prague Market” (facing page)

This picture is of a market street in the Old City of Prague, just as the sun was setting on a rainy day. This part of the city has survived through hundreds of years of wars, and all the different styles of architecture illustrate this history. But in spite of so much conflict and so many different regimes, the city and its people have retained an identity that is uniquely Czech, but even more so uniquely Prague. This photo was one of my favorites from the trip, because I think it really captures a part of that identity by showing what Prague is like, not during a parade or celebration, but on a normal day when it's time to close shop and run home through the rain.

ART INSPIRATION MALCOLM REYNOLDS '17

“An Alley in Prague”

Watercolor and Ink, 6”x10.5” I drew this based on a picture I took from the top of a clock tower in Prague.

I remember thinking that the alley looked like a crack in the earth with light shining up through it. This view is one of my most vivid memories of Eastern Europe, and probably my favorite of all the skylines we saw. The way light and noise from the street seeped up into the quiet air of the night made the city feel alive.

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A promise is a promise.

A promise is a promise. Following our adventures of seeing castles, churches, and towns of Romania during our overnight trip in Transylvania, we returned to Pro Vita, the orphanage where we stayed for the week. Before we had left, we promised the kids that we would return and be back the next day. They did not want to see us go and wanted to make sure that we would not be gone for long. Being away for one night from them was just as hard for us. We saw kids in Brasov and at Bran Castle, and would sigh saying, “Aw, he reminds me of Claudio,” or “She looks just like Adrianna!” As we pulled up to Pro Vita, the bus skidded to a stop in the gravel. Even though we had only been at Pro Vita for three days before our overnight trip, it felt like we were coming home. We came off the bus one by one into the cool crisp night air, and could not wait to give the kids all of the new balls and toys we had bought on the way back. Many of the children had been sitting and waiting for us to return. They immediately jumped up, and ran to give us excited hugs. Just in these past three days the bonds we had formed with them were so strong and seeing their joy in us returning was priceless.

We had become a part of their lives and were considered family. The best part was when we pulled out the bouncy balls and soccer balls that we had gotten for them. Their eyes lit up with such excitement and it was a moment that I would never forget. We went inside to eat, and the whole dinner we could hear laughter and balls bouncing off the walls and how happy the kids were with these few balls we had brought.

Artwork by GABE RUDASILL '17

One of the biggest things that I took away from this experience was not taking anything for granted. We have so much that we don't think twice about and I realized how important it is to appreciate the little things. These kids are incredibly strong and make the best of their situation. This trip was eye opening and our group without hesitation, we all decided that we will be going to go back to Pro Vita. It was amazing to see how much we impacted these kids lives and how much they impacted ours in just a week. Even after an hour of playing, we formed relationships with them that will never be forgotten. Saying goodbye at the end of the trip was the hardest part, but this goodbye was not forever.

PHOTO INSPIRATIONS MIKAELA DISCENZA '19

“The Iconic Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest”

”Happiness” (facing page)

This photo is of two of the girls from the orphanage, Andrea and Adriana, playing with some of the stray dogs that wander around the complex. It is my personal favorite because the expressions of joy and happiness on their faces is so pure and genuine. Almost all of the dogs were too scared to approach any of us, but they trusted the Romanian children, who loved to hug and play with them.

”Love” (right)

This picture is of Mackie Wainstein '19 and Adriana, one of the Romanian children. They are playing Slide, a simple hand game that we taught the children. Despite the language barrier we were always able to communicate with a smile or a game. The moment we met them we knew it would be nearly impossible to leave them.

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Kenya Spain

“In Kenya, the students were provided with experiences that could inspire them to become lifelong conservation leaders. We also went to a local school, where the students taught elementary school children, planted trees and experienced a culture different than their own.”

—SHAWN COTTER, UPPER SCHOOL MATHEMATICS TEACHER

“The group of sophomores and juniors participating in our Spainish exchange with Colegio Villa de Griñón had hosted Spanish students in the fall. In addition to activities and classes at the school, we visited various sights in Madrid, such as the Bernabeau Soccer Stadium and the Prado Museum, as well as the nearby cities of Toledo and Segovia. But the difference between a traditional trip and an exchange are the relationships made. For many students, what makes the experience unforgettable are the little things, like getting to know their host families, attending classes at a typical high school, and spending time with other teenagers in the community. I have two of my favorite examples of these connections. One Saint on this year's exchange was staying with the same family that a sibling had stayed with during the 2015 exchange.

The families had never lost touch and both sides were excited to reconnect. Another student who joined us this year had no intention of going to Spain, but when a parental decision was made to host a Spanish student in the fall, a friendship formed which prompted our student to decide to visit Spain. I truly believe these exchanges are life-changing experiences for most participants.”

Eastern Europe

China

—CHRISTINE GASPER, UPPER SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER “The China trip was really something extraordinary and special. Between events like scaling the Great Wall, exploring the Terracotta Army, tasting exotic teas, observing pandas in their natural habitat, and volunteering with children in need, the students had time to form a deep bond among themselves. They came to know a different culture and people who, while speaking a totally foreign language and possessing such an unfamiliar history, yet share so much with us. Words will never do the experience justice, but I know it was a trip we will all cherish for our entire lives.”

—DANIEL LOWINGER, UPPER SCHOOL MANDARIN & FRENCH TEACHER “Eastern Europe is the center of an overlapping web of historical and cultural trends. During our brief trip we were able to see the treasures of medieval kingdoms, the scars of two World Wars and communist occupation, and a variety of literary and artistic landmarks. The most moving day, of course, was the one we spent at Auschwitz. This experience was all the more heartbreaking for the time we had spent in beautiful cities like Prague and Krakow, where Jews, Poles, Roma, the disabled, gays and lesbians, Jehovah's Witnesses, and so many others had lived their lives before they were claimed by the Holocaust.”

—ELIZABETH PECKHAM, UPPER SCHOOL HISTORY TEACHER “Inspired by Kurt Vonnegut's darkly comic WWII account, “Slaughterhouse-Five,” the spring trip to Dresden, Prague, and Krakow was meant to beget both laughter and penetrating, personal rumination. On what subject? The civilized human. We paused before baroque architecture and sculpture depicting forthright gods and dancing nymphs, and in Prague, we ate toasted cinnamon bread on a stick. Our culinary and visual appetites we regularly satisfied, but in order to search our souls we toured Sonnenstein, a Nazi Euthanasia Clinic outside Dresden and Auschwitz I and II (Birkenau) outside Krakow. Consequently, the trip, with its contrasting delights in the shadow of depravity and vice versa, proved to be a powerful vehicle for somber yet peaceful thought. And I would add that any smiles and/or laughter along the way, and there was plenty, may have come from a reinvigorated joy to be alive.”

Romania

—DR. ANDY SIDLE '78, UPPER SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER “It is hard to put into words the many feelings I have reflecting on the trip to Romania. Pro Vita opened their doors and their hearts to us all. While the work we did will benefit the children at Pro Vita as they head into the next winter season, it seems like a blip compared to the daily commitment of Melanie and Mihail Tanase, who run Pro Vita, and the other adults who care for the children and residents. The group of students who went on the trip this year was perhaps the hardest working, most thoughtful, and caring that I have ever seen. It's like we all became a family, just like the children at Pro Vita. I think about the trip, and the mission of Pro Vita, every day, and I hope, one day, to go back.”

—TIM DOYLE, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE COUNSELING “The students and chaperones met for several months prior to departure to discuss the culture, language, and what to expect upon our visit to Pro Vita in Romania. After much anticipation and a very long packing list, we had all bonded and were so excited about the amazing experience that was awaiting us! But in truth, there are not enough meetings and discussion to prepare you for our transformative experience. During our week there, we met some of the nicest people who showered us with love and kindness. The interactions between our amazing students and the children of Pro Vita were infectious and literally images that we will carry with us forever. It truly was the experience of a lifetime—Romania has our hearts.”

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SAINTS ARE CELEBRATING!

We exceeded our goal of $1,750,000!

Thank you for making this another amazing year for The Saints Fund. Your support makes it possible for us to provide the best for our students and faculty.

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SAINTS IN ACTION

Fourth graders impressed their parents and other Lower School Saints with their presentations at the Colonial Fair in May.

CUM LAUDE SOCIETY INDUCTION In April the St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School chapter of the Cum Laude Society added 24 new members. The Cum Laude Society recognizes academic achievement in secondary schools for the purpose of promoting excellence (Areté), justice (Diké), and honor (Timé). Patterned after the college honorary society Phi Beta Kappa, the Cum Laude Society was founded in 1906 and has since grown to 382 chapters, primarily in independent schools, with approximately 24 chapters in public schools.

To be considered for membership in the SSSAS Cum Laude Society, seniors must be in the upper 20 percent of their class and have attained the qualifying grade-point average for three years of secondary school.

Congratulations to the 2017 Cum Laude inductees: Roberta Belle Benjamin, Nicole Michelle Bolton, Kyla Marie Carney, Baker Wilson Casagrande, Catherine del Rosario, Kendall Keane Discenza, Samuel Gardner Dubke, Kelsey Dunn, Jessica Shannon Edwards, Margaret Ellen Fergusson, Sterling Gary Gilliam III, Sasha Serio Koch, Courtney Maria Laughlin, Mila Ann Lubeck, Nathaniel John Lopez Pugh, Olivia Ann Lopez Pugh, Adele Margot Reardon, Brendan Joseph Richichi, Kathryn Grace Riggs, Gabriel Xavier Rudasill, Katherine Stephanie Silis, Emma Alexandra Somer, and James Paul Wilusz.

Nathan Pugh '17 won the Cum Laude paper competition among schools in the Mid-Atlantic region with his paper, “Limiting Voyeurism: Subversion of the Male Gaze in Edward Hopper's Paintings Featuring Women.” The National Cum Laude Association sponsors the annual competition as a representation and celebration of outstanding scholarship in Cum Laude Society schools. Each school nominates one paper, which competes regionally and nationally. Upper School Religion Teacher Mary Via was also recognized at the ceremony. She is a returning member of the SSSAS chapter—now as a faculty member.

SSSAS MATHLETES REIGN For students who have a passion for math, St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School offers many challenging opportunities in and outside the classroom. One opportunity is to compete in various competitions throughout the year, such as the Junior Mathematics League (JML).

This school year, the SSSAS team of ninth and tenth grade Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry and Honors Geometry students won the Independent School Division (Fibonacci Division) of the JML, sponsored by the Northern Virginia Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The team competed in six contests over the course of the year and finished in first place.

Individual top finishes included Evelyn Perfall '19 who received first place, Jay Cunningham '20 who received second place, and Nik Sen Dasgupta '20 who received third place.

Since 2008, the SSSAS Upper School math teams have received either first or second place in the competition.

Jay Cunningham '20, Evelyn Perfall '19, Nik Sen Dasgupta '20

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SAINTS IN ACTION

UPPER SCHOOL ARTISTS RECOGNIZED IN NATIONWIDE COMPETITION

Juniors Christian Corpening, Gwendolyn Rak, Marta Rich, and Brian Gilday

SAINTS RECEIVE AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS Four Upper School students were recognized this May at the National Society of Arts and Letters Excellence (NSAL) in the Arts Event held at National Presbyterian Church in Washington, D.C. Since 2004 NSAL has recognized juniors in the Washington metropolitan area public, charter, and private high schools with an Award for Excellence (AEA) or a Certificate of Merit. These honors document students' artistic talent in the disciplines of art, dance, drama, literature, music, and musical theater.

SSSAS student winners were nominated by English, performing arts, and visual arts teachers, and then were selected

by Head of School Kirsten Adams and Upper School Director Mike Mallett to represent our school.

The following juniors were recognized this year: Christian Corpening, Excellence in Drama; Brian Gilday, Certificate of Merit in Instrumental Music; Gwendolyn Rak, Certificate of Merit in Literary Writing; and Marta Rich, Certificate of Merit in Visual Art.

Each spring the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in each congressional district throughout the nation. Since the Artistic Discovery Competition program began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. Students submit entries to their representative's office and panels of local visual arts professionals select the winning entries. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. The top winning works are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol.

This year's participants for the 8th district of Virginia were Maura Durkin '18, Cole Early '17, Catherine Owens '19, Nathan Pugh '17, Malcolm Reynolds '17, Paige Stewart '17, Caleigh Warner '17, and Zak Zeledon '19. The National Art Education Association hosted the exhibition for Congressman Don Beyer's (D-Va) district. Maggie Bell '17 and Krystal Orellana '17 participated in Congressman Gerry Connolly's (D-VA) exhibit in Lorton, and their work was displayed at the Workhouse. Catherine Owens '19 was awarded the top prize and her work will hang in the Capitol for the next year. Nathan Pugh '17 and Malcolm Reynolds '17 received two of the six awarded Honorable Mentions.

Senior Kyla Carney, the school's named winner of Excellence in the Arts last year, was selected to be one of the performers at the event. “Only students named in the category of Excellence, which means they are the top performing arts junior student from their school, may audition for the following year to be in the event,” said Upper School Performing Arts Chair Jim Marvin. “This is the top of the top performers in this region!”

Jim Marvin and Kyla Carney '17 U.S. Congressman Don Beyer and Catherine Owens '19

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SSSAS RECEIVES TWO CAPPIES NOMINATIONS The Critics and Awards Program, the Cappies, nominated St. Stephen's and St. Agnes in two categories for the fall production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Good Woman of Setzuan.â&#x20AC;?

The Cappies is a program through which high school theater and journalism students are trained as critics, attend shows at other schools, write reviews, and publish those reviews in local newspapers. At the end of the year, the student critics vote for awards that are then presented at a formal Cappies Gala.

Jack Dewhurst '18, Alex Kramer '18, and Daniel Wozniak '18 were nominated for the Special Effects and/or Technology category. Bobbie Benjamin '17, Jack Dewhurst '18, and Patrick Hines '19 were nominated for the Sets category.

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SAINTS IN ACTION

The kindergarteners had their first-ever art exhibition.

Photo by Michael Ventura

Head of School Kirsten Adams found time for a check-up at the first grade Town Fair.

SENIOR CHOSEN FOR EXTRAORDINARY TEEN AWARD Recent graduate Julia Phaltankar '17 was selected as one of the 10 Arlington Magazine Extraordinary Teens for their annual issue featuring outstanding students from the area. The special section is in the magazine's July/August issue.

In addition to her strong academics, heading the Student Business Association, and her other extracurricular activities, including captaining two varsity sports and serving as co-captain of the student council, Julia was recognized for her leadership in the areas of diversity and equity. “I like being able to get people out of their comfort zones to motivate [them] to try things they haven't tried before,” she says.

The second grade took visitors on a trip around the world at their Travel Convention.

Julia will attend the University of Virginia in the fall. Tim Doyle, associate director of college counseling, describes Phaltankar as brilliant and driven, yet fun. “There's this kind of energy within her that bubbles to the surface, that's just palpable,” he said.

The Extraordinary Teen Awards are chosen from among nominations for high school students who live in Arlington, Falls Church, and McLean. Ten students were selected for the fourth-annual awards.

The third grade created Ancient Cultural Museums to transport their visitors back through time.

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LATIN SAINTS WIN RECORD-SETTING 100 AWARDS This year Saints Latin students excelled in multiple extracurricular competitions, and students won a record-setting 100 awards this spring in state, regional, and national contests. A few highlights from their successful year include:

National Latin Exam Gold Medals Winners

Charlotte Fontham '18 (fourth consecutive) Jay Cunningham '20 Mary Margaret Lehmkuhler '19 Alicia Lopez '19 Christina Cavallo '19 Patrick Hines '19 Tory Atkinson '19 Connor Delaney '18 Afua Nyantakyi '18

Classical Association of the Middle West and South Translation Contest Book Award

Malcolm Reynolds '17

NLE National Latin Educators Scholarship JP Wilusz '17

Classical Association of Virginia For the record ninth consecutive year, SSSAS won the Plaque of Excellence for placing on all three CAV contests: the Latin Tournament, the Classical Essay Contest, and the Latin Essay Contest.

2017 Wayne W. Cray CAV Student Award JP Wilusz '17

Latin Tournament Latin 1 Jessica Lopez '20, 2nd Place

CAV Latin Essay JP Wilusz '17, Honorable Mention

Classical Essay Contest First Year Latin Jessica Lopez '20, 1st Place Bridget Hanley '20, 2nd Place Halle Knutson '20, 3rd Place Second Year Latin Kathryn Atkinson '20, 1st Place Third Year Latin Kennon Moon '19, 1st Place Lily Smith '18, 2nd Place Cameron Sweet '19, 3rd Place

Advanced Third Year Latin (History) Alicia Lopez '19, 3rd Place

Advanced Fourth Year Latin (History) Gabe Rudasill '17, 2nd Place Charlotte Fontham '18, 3rd Place

Advanced Fourth Year Latin (Vergil) Nathan Pugh '17, 2nd Place Jacob Reinsdorf '17, 3rd Place

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SAINTS NAMED ATHLETES OF THE YEAR AND SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT Eleven varsity student-athletes were recognized at the 62nd Annual Alexandria Sportsman's Club Banquet on May 30.

The club honors athletes from Alexandria high schools who have excelled at their sports during the year.

Kobe Adolph '17 Wrestling

Audrey Androus '17 Cross Country

Zoe Belodeau '17 Lacrosse

Cam Butler '17 Ice Hockey

Sean Dowling '17 Rugby

Claire Fergusson '17 Diving

Turner Gray '17 Golf

Riley Larson '17 Lacrosse

Brendan Richichi '17 Swimming 56 | St. Stephenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and St. Agnes School

Jordan Walker '18 Track & Field

Kendall Discenza '17 Student Athlete Scholarship

31 SAINTS TO PLAY AT COLLEGIATE LEVEL Thirty-one Saints student-athletes from the Class of 2017 will continue with their sports at college or university. Congratulations to the following graduates who will play on NCAA Division I, III, and Junior College teams, representing eleven sports:

Jorge Arrate Baseball at Potomac State College

Miles Henderson-Chambers Lacrosse at Virginia Military Institute

Brendan Richichi Swimming at U.S. Air Force Academy

Brandon Bartley Football at Garden City Community College (KS)

Riley Larson Lacrosse at Lafayette College

Kathryn Riggs Softball at Kenyon College

Zoe Belodeau Lacrosse at University of Pennsylvania

Chancellor Le Grand Football at Catholic University of America

Charlie Roth Swimming at Trinity College (CT)

Emma Button Lacrosse at Christopher Newport University

Myles Lewis Basketball at Salisbury University

Baker Casagrande Swimming at Colorado College

Matthew May Tennis at Hamilton College

Darnell Clement Football at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Michael McEneney Basketball at Hamilton College

Lea Cox Lacrosse at Virginia Tech

Mollie Miller Lacrosse at Georgetown University

Kendall Discenza Soccer at Hamilton College

James Pugh Lacrosse at Rhodes College

Sean Dowling Football at Dartmouth College

Olivia Pugh Lacrosse at Princeton University

Kelsey Dunn Lacrosse at Yale University

Elena Ricci Lacrosse at Virginia Tech

Campbell Shepherdson Lacrosse at James Madison University Denmark Slay Basketball at High Point University Phoebe Solms Rowing at Princeton University Ryan Thaxton Football at University of Tennessee Christopher Veatch Swimming at Lafayette College Wynne Whitley Lacrosse at Georgetown University Jordan Wiley Soccer at Loyola University (MD) Caroline Wiseman Lacrosse at University of Denver www.sssas.org | 57

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SPRING SPORTS ANDREW TYERYAR '19

MOLLIE MILLER '17

MAYA TUMIWA '18

ZOE BELODEAU '17

JIMMY MAY '17

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GIRLS LACROSSE

Overall Record: 27-2 Season Highlights: ISL AA Division Regular Season and Tournament Champions ISL All-League: Zoe Belodeau '17, Mollie Miller '17, Grayson Offutt '18, Olivia Pugh '17, Caroline Wiseman '17 VISAA Division 1 Player of the Year: Zoe Belodeau '17 VISAA All-State 1st Team: Lea Cox '17, Mollie Miller '17, Olivia Pugh '17, Caroline Wiseman '17

BOYS LACROSSE

Overall Record: 16-7 Season Highlight: VISAA Division 1 State Champions IAC All-League: Riley Larson '17 Austin Stewart '18 Ben Wayer '20 VISAA All-State 1st Team: Silas Newsome '18 Will Sterrett '18

VISAA All-State 2nd Team: Grayson Offutt '18, Elena Ricci '17

VISAA All-State 2nd Team: Mason Edwards '18 Miles Henderson-Chambers '17 Andrew Tyeryar '19 Ben Wayer '20

Washington Post All-Met Player of the Year: Zoe Belodeau '17

Washington Post All-Met 2nd Team: Andrew Tyeryar '19

Washington Post All-Met 1st Team: Mollie Miller '17

Washington Post All-Met Honorable Mention: Silas Newsome '18 Austin Stewart '18

Washington Post All-Met 2nd Team: Olivia Pugh '17 Washington Post All-Met Honorable Mention: Elena Ricci '17

Outstanding Athletes: Miles Henderson-Chambers '17 Riley Larson '17

Outstanding Athletes: Zoe Belodeau '17, Mollie Miller '17

Saint Award: Mason Edwards '19

Saint Award: Campbell Shepherdson '17

JV Coach's Award: Bjorn Davidson '20

JV Coach's Award: Gabriella Guadalupe '19

BASEBALL

Overall Record: 5-11 Final IAC Conference Standing: Tied for 4th Season Highlight: Defeating Bishop Ireton IAC All-League: Cam Butler '17, Connor Campbell '18, Jimmy May '17

SOFTBALL

Overall Record: 6-7 Season Highlights: Wins over Sidwell Friends and Maret to finish tied for 6th in the ISL AA ISL All-League: Margaret Kadlec '18, Maya Tumiwa '18 Outstanding Athlete: Maya Tumiwa '18

Outstanding Athlete: Jimmy May '17

Saint Award: Kathryn Riggs '17

Saint Award: Sterling Gilliam '17

JV Coach's Award: Aleah Walker '18

JV Coach's Award: Ryan Felsenthal '20

VISAA All-State 2nd Team: Maya Tumiwa '18

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SAINTS IN ACTION

JORDAN WALKER '18

CAROLINE SWEET '17

ELLIE GARLAND '17, SOPHIA JORDAN '19, HELENA MARTINEZ, AUDREY ANDROUS '17

SENIORS MCLEAN FONVIELLE, MATTHEW MAY, ALEX CRANER, CHRIS COLLINS

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CHRISTOPHER RAINEY '18

CURTIS BORDEN'19

TURNER GRAY '17 AND HIS MOTHER, PHYLLIS GRAY

MILLER DELANCEY '17

GIRLS TRACK & FIELD

BOYS TRACK & FIELD

VISAA All-State 2nd Team: Audrey Androus '18 (3200m)

IAC All-League: Curtis Borden '19 Jordan Walker '18

Final ISL Conference Standing: 10th Season Highlights: Finished 6th in VISAA Championships Two new school records set

VISAA All-State Honorable Mention: Nyia Cummings '20 (4x400m) Elise Hellmann '20 (4x400m) Jasmine Vargas '19 (4x400m) Jeannine Walker '18 (4x400m) Outstanding Athlete: Caroline Sweet '17 Saint Award: Ellie Garland '17 JV Coach's Award: Laetitia Haddad '20

Final IAC Conference Standing: 4th Season Highlight: Finished 6th in VISAA Championships Five new school records set

Washington Post All-Met 1st Team: Jordan Walker '18 Outstanding Athletes: Curtis Borden '19 Jordan Walker '18 Saint Award: Sam Dubke '17 VISAA All-State 1st Team: Jordan Walker '18 (High Jump and Long Jump) VISAA All-State 2nd Team: Jordan Walker '18 (200m) VISAA All-State Honorable Mention: Curtis Borden '19 (200m)

BOYS TENNIS

GOLF

IAC All-League: William Clark '19 Matthew May '17 Christopher Rainey '18

IAC All-League: Turner Gray '17

Overall Record: 5-8 Final IAC Conference Standing: 4th Season Highlight: Made IAC semi-finals

VISAA All-State 1st Team: William Clark '19 Washington Post All-Met Honorable Mention: William Clark '19 Outstanding Athlete: William Clark '19 Saint Awards: Chris Collins '17, Christopher Rainey '18

Overall Record: 3-5 IAC Tournament: 5th Season Highlight: Turner Gray '17 qualified for the VISAA State Golf Tournament

Outstanding Athlete: Turner Gray '17 Saint Award: Miller DeLancey '17

CREW

Washington Post All-Met Honorable Mention Phoebe Solms '17

JV Coach's Award: Michael Miller '19

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ALEXANDRIA SPORTSMAN'S CLUB RECOGNIZES 13 SAINTS

Congratulations to Jon Peterson '82 who was inducted into the Alexandria Sportsman's Club Hall of Fame.

Jon received his award at the 62nd Annual Sportsman's Club Banquet, at which 12 other Saints athletes were recognized as “2017 Athletes of the Year and Scholarship Winners.”

Front Row: Head of School Kirsten Adams, Riley Larson '17, Kobe Adolph '17, Jon Peterson '82, Brendan Richichi '17, Claire Fergusson '20, Audrey Androus '18, Athletic Director for Boys Jeff Walrich, Athletic Director for Girls Stephanie Koroma; Back Row: Will Clark '19, Cam Butler '17, Jordan Walker '18, Turner Gray '17

SPRING CAPTAINS' LUNCHEON

Lindsay Washington '01 (front row, fifth from the left) returned to offer inspiring words about leading by example to our spring sports team captains.

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SERVING & LEADING

A special thanks to departing Alumni Association Board members Tommy Croker '97, Michael Teague '05, and Nicole Zehfuss '89, who served with dedication, energy, and enthusiasm for a combined 15 years.

Thank you Kirsten to departing members Tommy Croker '97, Mike '05Hoffman and Nicole Zehfuss '89 '87, for your Front Row: Adams,board LaKesha Bankston-Glover '96, Andy Sidle '78,Teague Katherine '87, Cecile Phillips Nicolededication, Zehfuss '89,energy, Mayumi Belanga '96, and Christian Ferry '93; Row 2: Glenn Archer '82Association (President), Tommy enthusiasm combined 15 Back yearsRow: of service to the Alumni BoardCroker '97, Michael Teague '05, Mary Olivia McLeod '71, Gautam Gulati ' 93

CLASSIC SAINTS SOCIETY MEMBERS SPEND A DAY AT SCHOOL

Members of our Classic Saints Society (those who have celebrated their 50th Reunion) enjoyed a day on the Upper School campus visiting classrooms, attending a One-Act Play, and talking with Head of School Kirsten Adams over dessert.

Seated: Gloria Rothman '53, Patty Bayliss Owens '58, Marion MacRae '63, Eleanore Saunders Sunderland '57; Standing: John Marshall '56, Lorraine Naquin Tyler '48, Loren Needles '60, Carter Dudley Flemming '66, Ellen Tabb '60, John O'Keefe '53, Courtney Mallinson '64, Kirsten Adams, Bonnie Bennett McCabe '62, Maude Williams '65 www.sssas.org | 63

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26TH ANNUAL SLEEPY THOMPSON MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Thank you to our golf tournament co-chairs and Alumni Association Board Members Tommy Croker '97 and Nick Gregorios '01, and everyone else who helped make the tournament a success! More than 100 players enjoyed lunch, a day on the Belle Haven Country Club Course, and dinner with friends and family featuring live music by Practically Einstein.

Peter Phillips, Claudia Cavanaugh, Sean Miller, Rick Rath

John Chapman '99, Tony Marshall, Veronica Jeon, Scott Price

Charlie Whitley, Jon Peterson '82, Chris Dyson '84, Tom Riley '83

St. Stephen's Class of '67 quartet Don McIlvaine, Dick Blackburn, Michael Volpe, Jon Luria

Al Dews, Drew Terrell, Chris Sullivan, John Kling '75

SSSAS faculty and administrators Mike Mallett, Bernard Joseph, Bud Garikes, Kirsten Adams

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TOURNAMENT SPONSORS The SSSAS Alumni Association thanks our 2017 sponsors for making the tournament possible!

TOURNAMENT SPONSOR Passport Auto

FOUR SAINTS SPONSORS

Brian Knutson, Mike Reinke, Tommy Croker '97, Bobby Thomas

Arlington Heating & Air Conditioning Avison Young C & W Services Dr. John D. Kling II, D.D.S. '75 Matchbox Donovan Strategies, LLC Sweetgrass Lowcountry Cooking UG2

SCORECARD SPONSOR Five Guys

GOLF CART SPONSOR

Elizabeth Lucchesi and The Liz Luke Team at Long & Foster

HOLE SPONSORS Greg Desautels, Dan Lynn, Renny Griffith, Randall Baugh

Apex Systems Brush Hero CCA Floors and Interiors Colonial Parking Inc. The Goodhart Group The Habliston Family Lincoln Property Group Mannington Commercial Phillips Realty Capital Association of Parents and Teachers The Trailblazer Group Universal Title Worldwide Speakers Group

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MILESTONES

MIDDLE AISLE Mel Shabelski '86 and Joanne Brenton May 20, 2017

Photo by Aaro Keipi

Daniel Jones '01 and Elizabeth Hinshaw May 6, 2017 Sanna Ronkainen '04 and William Hayward May 27, 2017 Taylor Mitchell '05 and Heloise McKee October 15, 2016

Mel Shabelski '86 & Joanne Brenton

Elizabeth Hinshaw & Daniel Jones '01

Sanna Ronkainen '04 & William Hayward

Tony Trenga '07 and Jen Stone June 3, 2017

NEW ADDITIONS Alumni Sarah Humphrey Reinprecht '96 and Steven, a daughter, Liv Eleanor Reinprecht April 23, 2017 Heloise McKee & Taylor Mitchell '05

Jen Stone & Tony Trenga '07

Matt Novogratz '97 and Nadean, a daughter, Rose Elizabeth Novogratz May 3, 2017 Mary Beth Baylor Abplanalp '02 and Chris, a son, Andrew Lewis Abplanalp June 7, 2017 Elizabeth Smith DiStanislao '02 and Thomas, a son, Phillip Thomas DiStanislao IV May 20, 2017 Liv Eleanor Reinprecht

Rose Elizabeth Novogratz

Philip Edward Mullins

Derin Wilson '04 and Casey, a son, Porter Alan Wilson April 14, 2017 Justin Hughes '05 and Laura, a son, Caleb Alexander Hughes, 5/28/17 Philip Mullins '07 and Alexxis, a son, Philip Edward Mullins, March 6, 2017

Phillip Thomas DiStanislao IV

Porter Alan Wilson

Andrew Lewis Abplanalp

Calvin Booker & August James Alemdar Collins

Faculty & Staff Upper School Spanish Teacher Erica Alemdar and James, twin sons, Calvin Booker and August “Augie” James Alemdar Collins, February 13, 2017

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IN MEMORIAM Alumni Ann Connor Doak '61 June 23, 2017 George A. Gardes '63 June 8, 2017 Helen Kelly '64 sister of Thomas P. Kelly '71 April 1, 2017

Family, Faculty, and Staff Polly Burke mother of Clarence “Governor” Burke '74, Julian Burke '77, and Marney Burke Cooney '77, grandmother of Clay '04, Sam '16, and Julia Burke '18.

March 18, 2017 Leni E. Anderson Christian mother of B ​ lake Henke '86, Paige Henke Hillegass '89, and Britt Henke '00​ May 6 ​ , 2017 Paul Colarulli father of Peter '99 and Katie Colarulli '13 May 23, 2017 Julia Seele Davidson Mother of Dave Davidson '62 and the late Charles Davidson '67 April 24, 2017

Paul Frank husband of Barbie Beggs Frank '69 March 13, 2017 Margaret Gaddy grandmother of Margaret Tucker Fogarty '13 June 22, 2017 Paul K. German father of Craig German '83 April 9, 2017 Kye Sun Lee grandmother of Eddie '93 and Betty Chu '95 May 14, 2017 Brig. General William McCulloch father of Bruce McCulloch '86, grandfather of Connor '18, Will '22, and Declan McCulloch '23 May 26, 2017 Helen Mikhalevsky grandmother of Pat Morris '01 June 26, 2016 James “Jim” K. O'Rourke father of Gratia O'Rourke Barnett '89 March 4, 2017

Joseph “Joe” J. Shabelski father Mel '86 and of Joe Shabelski '92, former faculty/staff June 2, 2017 Robert L. Smith father of Kimberley “Kim” Smith-Kidd '72, former Alumnae Representative to the Board of Governors at St. Agnes School; Valerie “Val” Smith Eudy '73, and Alexandra Smith Edwards '85 March 13, 2017 Louise Toms grandmother of Kate '06 and Louise Fauth '09 April 7, 2017 Jean Stone Tuggle mother of Sue Fairchild, former faculty/staff, grandmother of Charlie '03, Duke '05, and Hunter Fairchild '11 May 8, 2017 Dain “Andy” Williams father of Claiborne Williams Milde '92 and Cassie Williams Guy '94 May 12, 2017

Nicholson “Nick” Parker former faculty/staff July 11, 2016

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