2022–2023
Annual Report
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Kerrie Donahue Director of Development 401.246.1230 ext. 3043 kdonahue@standrews-ri.org Jessica Chace Director of Communication and Marketing 401.246.1230 ext. 3023 jchace@standrews-ri.org Pam Farmer Assistant Director of Development for Alumni Engagement 401.246.1230 ext. 3128 pfarmer@standrews-ri.org
Paola Martinez Assistant Director of Development for Annual Giving and Advancement Services 401.246.1230 ext. 3028 pmartinez@standrews-ri.org Tracy Reilly Manager of Development Events and Engagement 401.246.1230 ext. 3036 treilly@standrews-ri.org
Dear St. Andrew’s Community, The holidays are approaching and I’m wishing you warm and meaningful celebrations with loved ones! I have a lot to be thankful for this year with the incredible start of this 2023-2024 academic year. Being together as a community on campus, seeing our students engaging in their classes and extracurricular activities, and honoring the school’s many traditions have been invigorating.
2022–23 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS Anton P. Giedt, President Benjamin C. White ’08, Vice President Joel E. Legon, Treasurer Eric B. Mack ’00, Secretary
MEMBERS Julie Avina Nina Brodeur David A. Brown ’52 Sean Coffey Pamela Faulkner Soohuen Ham ’99 John Harker Peter L. Holden Tim Johnson Audrey Kupchan, M.D. Lieutenant Colonel Michael Manning Sara Shea McConnell Cyd McKenna ’88 Demetris Nichols ’03 Mark A. Ross Alfred B. Van Liew Alfred Verrecchia Margot F. Wolf
In the following pages, you will read about last school year’s many highlights: accomplishments in academics, athletics, and the arts, innovative programs, celebrations of our school, and the impact of our generous donor and volunteer community. “Demonstrating pride and elevating tradition” was a guiding theme last year. In my Commencement address for the Class of 2023, I spoke about the flight of the monarch butterfly. I was inspired after seeing one float across campus and learning more about its family’s migratory pattern. Their journey spans more than 2,500 miles and takes at least four generations of monarchs to complete—wow! The first monarchs you see each summer in Rhode Island are the grandchildren of the butterflies that left last year. This resonated with me because their story is symbolic of our students, and how their journey begins with the dreams and the immeasurable love, dedication, and significant sacrifice that their families made for them.
St. Andrew’s School is what it is today because of the dreams, love, dedication, and sacrifice of our founder Father William Merrick Chapin. He worked tirelessly to bring the first orphans to campus, where they were provided with food, care, home, and an education. Alongside Father Chapin, the boys built the Little Sanctuary, the small
TRUSTEE EX-OFFICIO
building connected to the Chapel, where they took their classes and
The Reverend Patrick J. Greene The Right Reverend W. Nicholas Knisely, Jr.
lived together. Every Commencement our graduating class processes
2022–23 FRIENDS OF ST. ANDREW ’ S ADVISORY COUNCIL Bonnie Bower Jeanne Charness Jonathan Conklin Robert D. Ellison ’88 Joseph Farmer Janet Fogarty Richard Glenn Kate Greene Soohuen Ham ’99 Garrett Kissel ’07 Julie Montalbano Ralph Posner R. Jason Resmini, Esq. ’99 Anne Snyder Genie Trevor
through this building to the stage. It is a sacred tradition of the school, and the Little Sanctuary stands to remind us that success is not solely defined by what we achieve for ourselves, but also by how we care for and uplift others. Since the school’s beginning 130 years ago, Father Chapin’s commitment to service, action, and inclusion has remained at the heart of our mission. Everything we do at the school starts with these values. They guide our open access International Baccalaureate curriculum, our athletics and arts programs, and our residential programming. We continue to provide exceptional support for our students—academically, socially, physically, and emotionally— and strengthen our community by working together, believing the best in each other, and having a lot of fun along the way. I am so proud to be part of the St. Andrew’s community. As we continue into the future, remember the flight of the monarch. Remember that you are essential to our progress and you are not alone in it. Here’s to a bright rest of the school year and an even brighter future! Warmly,
David Tinagero, Head of School
Audrey Kupchan M.D., Board Liaison and Development Committee Co-Chair ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 1
FINANCIAL REPORT
2022–2023 Financial Report
$4.6M
$24.9M 6% net growth
more than 60%
in endowment over prior year
of our families receive aid
2022-23
2022-23
campaign giving over prior year
2021-22
$2.0M 20% increase in non-
Total Endowment
Total Financial Aid Awarded
(Annual, Endowment, Restricted, and Capital)
2021-22
Total Giving
Sources and Uses of Funds 60%
70%
Salaries & Benefits
Tuition & Fees
11%
Endowment Contributions
INCOME
11%
EXPENSES
Academic Program Services
12%
7%
Contributions & Gifts
Facilities
4% 3%
Auxiliary Income
Other Income
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11% 2%
Facilities Improvement
9%
Debt Service
Administrative Support Services
OUR COMMUNITY
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS Philanthropy by the Numbers made
totaling
1,793
$2.02
GIFTS
MILLION
THIS YEAR
774
DONORS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
raised
The 2023 Gala raised
$247,747
COMMUNITY GIVING DAYS
ABOUT OUR DONORS
39% 25% $111,844
$51,390
raised by
raised by
192
144
DONORS
DONORS
including the creation of the Dr. Dana Gurney
made multiple gifts during the year
Learning Support Chair
113 GOLFERS
have given
PLAYED
for 5+ years
in the
11th Annual Golf Classic
Gifts were made by donors
» in 33 STATES » in 13 COUNTRIES » on 4 CONTINENTS
and
$109,310 was raised
Lew and RoseMarie Wallace We are happy to support St. Andrew’s because of its nurturing and inclusive educational environment, its commitment to partnering with the whole family, and the passion and dedication of its staff. Our partnership with St. Andrew’s has been instrumental in Jack’s educational journey and personal growth, allowing Jack to thrive while embracing and showcasing their unique strengths and interests.
“We have seen that St. Andrew’s understands education as a collaborative effort, making us valued members of the educational process and the community.”
We have seen that St. Andrew’s understands education as a collaborative effort involving the entire family, making us valued members of the educational process and the community. As a family of a boarder, we consistently saw the support from so many across the St. Andrew’s campus. From dorm life to student wellness, each area has made a lasting impact on Jack’s educational experience. Through our giving, we choose to contribute to the continued growth and success of the school, ensuring that future generations of students benefit from the same exceptional education and supportive community that have meant so much to our family. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of young learners and help St. Andrew’s continue its legacy of excellence and inclusivity. The Wallace family, Lew, RoseMarie, Gwendolyn, and Jack ’23, live in Danbury, Connecticut. They joined St. Andrew’s in September of 2021 when Jack was starting junior year. Jack is now a freshman at Clark University studying music and multimedia. Lew is a Managing Director at Commonfund. RoseMarie is Director of Diversity, Equity and Belonging at Tabor Academy. Gwendolyn is a Master’s student at University College of London. ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 3
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Meet the New Trustees The St. Andrew’s Board of Trustees is pleased to welcome two new members. In partnership with the head of school, the St. Andrew’s Board provides leadership and a framework within which the faculty and administration work to advance the mission of the school. Their connection to St. Andrew’s is deep and personal. As committed volunteers, trustees offer their services, wisdom, and skills to support the community of students we serve. They champion the school as it is now and visualize what it can be in the future by serving on working committees focused on development, education and student life, endowment, facilities, finance, and governance. St. Andrew’s is honored to have the expertise, insight, talents, and wise counsel of these new members.
St. Andrew’s Board of Trustees, 2022-23
LEFT TO RIGHT, FRONT ROW: Audrey Kupchan, M.D., Margot F. Wolf, Nina Brodeur, Pamela Faulkner, Mark A. Ross, Joel E. Legon. BACK ROW: Anton P. Giedt, Tim Johnson, Alfred B. Van Liew, John Harker, The Right Reverend W. Nicholas Knisely, Jr., Sara Shea McConnell, Alfred Verrecchia, Sean Coffey, David A. Brown ’52, Peter L. Holden, Head of School David Tinagero NOT PICTURED: Julie Avina, The Reverend Patrick J. Greene, Soohuen Ham ’99, Eric B. Mack ’00, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Manning, Cyd McKenna ’88, Demetris Nichols ’03, Benjamin C. White ’08
JOSEPH B. FARMER Joe Farmer is a founding partner of Farmer, First & Vining, CPAs and has more than twenty years of expertise related to the tax needs of closely-held businesses, high net worth individuals, and nonprofit organizations. He earned his Masters Degree in Taxation from Bryant University in 1990. Joe is very involved in community non-profit organizations, serving on the boards of Bristol County Lions Club, Columbus Credit Union, East Bay Chamber of Commerce, East Bay Community Development Corporation (and related entities), ReFocus RI, and Riverwood Mental Health Services. At St. Andrew’s, he is a member of the Finance Committee and a member of the Friends of St. Andrew’s. His wife Pam was St. Andrew’s first Spanish teacher and currently serves as the Assistant Director of Development for Alumni Engagement. Joe and Pam live in Bristol, RI and have five children, two of whom are St. Andrew’s students.
KAREN A. PELCZARSKI Karen Pelczarski has more than 35 years of experience litigating complex business issues concentrating on mediations and appeals. For several consecutive years, she has been recognized as one of the top 250 women in litigation in the United States, as Rhode Island “Lawyer of the Year” in various litigation areas, and her law firm has been consistently named a “Tier 1” best law firm by US News and World Report. Many of her cases have involved family-owned businesses and closely held corporations. She is known for providing practical guidance to individual and corporate clients, and for achieving favorable results that are closely tailored to her clients’ goals and needs. Karen received her Bachelor’s degree with honors in music and economics from Wellesley College and her law degree from Boston College Law School. She is engaged in the community and is involved in many local non-profits including Sophia Academy and the Rhode Island Philharmonic and Music School. Karen joined the St. Andrew’s Board of Trustees in 2013 and is now rejoining the Board after a short time away. She splits her time between Tiverton, RI and Jupiter, FL, spending time on the water with her husband Rich. 4 | ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023
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Endowing a Legacy of Learning Enhancement The Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair In April at the Saints Gala, Dr. Dana Gurney was honored for her tremendous contributions to the school. As an expression of appreciation, Susan O. and David A. Brown ’52 announced the creation of the Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair with a generous endowment gift to assure that St. Andrew’s is positioned to help youth confidently grow into promising adults. To learn more about the gala, see page 22. “We are so thankful to the Browns for making a lasting gift in recognition of Dana’s incredible work and impact on the St. Andrew’s community. St. Andrew’s will continue to prioritize creating an educational environment that allows each of our students to understand and develop their full potential with skill and self-confidence,” said President of the Board Anton Giedt.
She has a Master’s Degree in Special Education from Lewis and Clark College and nearly three decades of experience working in both public and private domestic and international schools, including The Learning Center for Deaf Children and Landmark School, International School Manila, International School Kenya, and most recently Hong Kong International School.
“The Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair will ensure a pathway for students with all learning profiles,” said Director of Development Kerrie Donahue. “With the establishment of this fund and the generosity of the Brown family, we are pleased that other donors will have the opportunity to support this important program.”
“I can already tell St. Andrew’s is a special place that creates an environment where all students can carve their unique path both in and outside the classroom, allowing them to be successful and find a love for learning. I am excited to help St. Andrew’s students find their path and support them as they dive into learning every day,” said Courtney Pierce, Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair.
This summer, Courtney Pierce was appointed as the school’s first Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair. She joins St. Andrew’s after serving as Learning Support Case Manager and Push-In Teacher at Hong Kong International School. “Dana Gurney was a pillar of our community and left a lasting legacy to strengthen our future. We couldn’t be more fortunate to have someone like Courtney stepping into that role and continuing to build on the foundation Dana laid,” said Head of School David Tinagero. “Courtney’s educational leadership philosophy emphasizes collaboration, community building, trust, communication, and hard work, all values that are deeply important to St. Andrew’s mission.” Courtney has extensive experience in co-teaching, differentiated and personalized learning, language-based learning disabilities, and is fluent in American Sign Language.
Those interested in making a gift or learning more can visit standrews-ri.org/danagurney or contact Director of Development Kerrie Donahue.
“Dana Gurney was a pillar of our community and left a lasting legacy to strengthen our future. We couldn’t be more fortunate to have someone like Courtney stepping into that role and continuing to build on the foundation Dana laid.” David Tinagero, Head of School
David Brown ’52 speaking at the Saints Gala; Harry Dulgarian ’17 congratulates Dana Gurney; Susan Brown and David Tinagero award Dana Gurney with her gift. ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 5
OUR COMMUNITY
Saints Days Spotlight
Connecting as a Community Last fall and spring, our students, faculty, and staff came together for two Saints Days, taking a break from academics and enjoying time as a community. During these all-school community days, the focus is on strengthening our social bonds, showing school spirit, and having a lot of fun. Friendly grade-level and advisory challenges, faculty vs. students sports competitions, class field trips, barbeques and ice cream on the quad, and an all-school carnival were highlights from last year’s Saints Days.
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A YEAR IN REVIEW 2022–2023 The school year was filled with community celebrations, school traditions, and accomplishments in academics, athletics, arts, and activities. Here are some highlights! Girls Varsity Soccer: The team wins the SENE Championship. Spirit Week: Students, faculty, and staff show their Saints pride and enjoy friendly class competitions at Olympiad Day. Middle School Annual Trip: Students explore nature and outdoor learning at the Hulbert Outdoor Center.
Summer at St. Andrew’s: Our summer camp program runs for seven weeks, serving 559 campers and 395 families with 65 enriching week-long camps; campers attend a total of 1,038 individual camps.
Holiday Vespers: Students spread the magic and spirit of the season through song, dance, theater, and spoken word in a variety of languages.
World Language Department: “The Traveling Doors” exhibition from La Galería del Pueblo is installed on campus in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Fall Family Weekend: Our community connects with the Edward C. Barrett ’31 Memorial Pie Race, pumpkin decorating and carving, Bingo, arts and athletics events, and more. Far Fësta!: Middle and Upper School students showcase their talents at this beloved outdoor, multi-stage performing arts event during Fall Family Weekend. St. Andrew’s hosts the Eric B. Jacober ’07 Memorial Cross Country Race.
JANUARY
OCTOBER
National Art Honor Society creates a beautiful origami crane art installation in Stone Academic Center.
St. Andrew’s 11th Annual Golf Classic is hosted at the Rhode Island Country Club, featuring alum Ancito Etienne ’13 as the guest speaker during the after-party.
Alumni Gathering: Alumni, faculty, and staff reconnect in New York City.
The Haunted MCA returns for a spooky and fun weekend activity, organized by the Arts Department and featuring students, faculty, and staff volunteers.
THE YEAR BY THE NUMBERS
The first year of the Wolf Academy at St. Andrew’s is launched with a cohort of five ninth graders and a team of dedicated teachers.
Veterans Day: Students write and send 50 thank you letters to A Million Thanks, an organization that supports active military, veterans, and their families.
DECEMBER
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
Saints 101 and 102 Food Drive: Students in grades 9 and 10 organize a food drive to benefit the local food pantry TapIn, donating more than 300 food items weighing in at almost 300 pounds.
GivingTuesday: The community raises more than $111,000 from 192 donors to strengthen the school’s mission and programs.
JULY
Professional Development: A Curriculum Writing Institute is hosted on campus for our faculty to prepare for the upcoming school year.
NOVEMBER
25 apple pies and 6 gallons of apple cider served at the Ed Barrett ’31 Memorial Pie Race
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OUR COMMUNITY
FEBRUARY Girls Varsity Basketball: The team wins the SENE championship. Squash: The first squash tournaments are hosted in the four-court Robert L. Wolf Squash Center. Personal Projects Exposition: Grade 10 students exhibit their creativity and passion with the community. The 18th Annual Claire Frye Monologue Competition is hosted in the Black Box Theatre. We honor Stan Shaw for his 55+ years of running the basketball shot clock and being a teacher and friend.
MARCH
National Poetry Month: Upper School students participate in the Youth Poetry Workshop and reading events hosted by the Imago Foundation for the Arts. The school’s first Diploma Programme Visual Arts Exhibition is hosted in the Griffiths Gallery and Happy White Room. Boys Varsity Lacrosse: The team wins the SENE Championship. Community Dance Lessons: The World Languages Department hosts studenttaught dance lessons in salsa, jarabe tapatío, bachata, and flamenco for the community. The National Parks Class travels to the Pacific Northwest for experiential, hands-on learning.
Beauty and the Beast, Jr.: Students shine onstage and offstage in the school’s musical production.
The Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Exhibition showcases the learnings of Grade 11 students. Saints Day: The entire school community comes together for a day of team building activities, grade-level competitions, and an all-school carnival on the quad. The Spring Arts Celebration showcases the musical talents of the piano class students and senior musicians. National Honor Society donates 10 birthday boxes to teens in foster care through our ongoing partnership with AdoptionRI, and donates art supplies to Hasbro Children’s Hospital. St. Andrew’s marches in the annual Barrington Memorial Day Parade to honor veterans for their bravery and service to our country.
2023 Hack for Global Good: Four SAS upper schoolers compete and win the Best Pitch Award for their student mental health curriculum design.
St. Andrew’s celebrates the school and honors Pamela Faulkner and Dana Gurney in the Ballroom of The Providence G at the Saints Gala: An Evening of Elegance.
MAY
Outride Biking Program: Grade 6 students embark on Outride’s Riding For Focus biking program with a fleet of Specialized bikes.
APRIL
IB Exams: Eighteen members of the Class of 2023 complete the International Baccalaureate exams, marking them as the inaugural class to accomplish this great undertaking.
JUNE Upper School Prom is hosted on the quad.
Grandparents & Special Friends Day is hosted on campus with student performances and speakers.
401Gives: Our community raises money for immediate-use financial aid.
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The Happy White Visiting Artist Fund brings Jamison “Jaima” Albritton ’04 to campus for a residency to work with our students and help create a stairwell mural.
SENE sports
3 championships
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College Recognition and Signing Day: We celebrate the 18 seniors and PGs who will play NCAA, NJCAA, and NAIA Division 1, 2, and 3 soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. Alumni Reunion: Alumni from the Classes 2010–2019 connect at a reunion hosted at La Piñata Mexican Bar & Grill in Warren.
OUR COMMUNITY
Be Our Guest! The Arts Department presented the musical Beauty and the Beast, Jr. this past spring in Keats Theatre inside the McCulloch Center for the Arts. Thirty-one middle and upper schoolers shined onstage and off to bring this tale as old as time to life with music, song, dance, and tech theater. Applause to all of the cast and crew, as well as the wonderful direction of arts faculty Joanne Fayan, Danilo Henriquez, Samantha Medeiros, and Dave Carney! Save the date for March 1-2 for this year’s Pam Faulkner Musical, The Addams Family Young@Part ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 9
COMMENCEMENT 2023
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COMMENCEMENT 2023
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2023!
On June 3, the Class of 2023 celebrated their graduation from St. Andrew’s School on the Buckley-Henius Quad with their families, faculty and staff, alumni and friends. Itai Alinsky Indigo Elizabeth Allain * Emma Arcà Andrew Joseph Ashekian Adéla Baláková ⬦
Jonathan Bedard Gordon Frost Billings Annabelle Grace Biondi Shea Cafferty Booth Ava Madison Bowman * ∞ Sparrow Aileen Boyd Madeleine Bullerwell Gregory J. Cantwell Bryce T. Chace ⬦
Jiaao Chen Dillon P. Cubit Meghan Ann Donovan ⬦ Zhenye Feng ∞ William Maxwell Guillette Anson A. Hayden-Harper Jamisen Ann Hill Thomas Tarrant Hoskins, V Cadence Lynn Johnson K’Tonya Johnson ⬦ ∞ Ava Marie Kaffenberger * Sarah Chesterton Knight Isak Lanneborn
Yuze Li * ⬦ Yanxin Liu Sydney Luna * ⬦ ∞ Beckett Moran Lyons Konstantinos Christos Makris Kegan Diego McGonigle Eliška Mrázková Emelia Dawn Gregson O’Gilvie Jakub K. Ozarek * ⬦ Lukas Porto Jashar Liam Read Elijah M. Rodrigues Makenzie Noel Ross Carlos Augusto Sanabria Alana Scott Thalia S. Shepard Patrick C. Spenard Jaxon D. Toney Talya Ella Traub-Cooper * ⬦ Kaleigh Valle Lewis Wallace, III Carson E. H. White Jackson Wolf Bo Xu Georgia Bryn Young * ⬦ Yingkai Zhao
* Chapin Student: A select group of Junior and Senior leaders who have earned the community’s trust; a host of responsibilities and privileges accompany their appointment ⬦ Member of the National Honor Society ∞ Member of the National Art Honor Society ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 11
COMMENCEMENT 2023
STATS FOR THE CLASS OF 2023
53
GRADUATES
18
WILL PLAY COLLEGE SPORTS (SOCCER, BASKETBALL, LACROSSE)
5
WILL PURSUE THE ARTS IN COLLEGE
Our 2023 graduates will be attending college, taking a gap year, or entering the workforce. For those attending college, they will be moving on to the following schools: American International College Assumption University Boston University Bryant University California Institute of the Arts Champlain College Charles University Clark University College of Charleston College of the Holy Cross Connecticut College Drexel University Endicott College Framingham State University Franklin Pierce University Georgia Southwestern State University
Hamilton College Hult International Business School Johnson & Wales University– Providence Loyola Marymount University Maine Maritime Academy Massachusetts College of Art and Design Merrimack College Mississippi State University New York University North Platte Community College Northeastern University Quincy College Rhode Island College Seton Hall University
Skidmore College Stonehill College Taylor University The University of Tampa University of Massachusetts– Amherst University of New Hampshire-Main Campus University of Oregon University of Bridgeport University of Rhode Island Virginia Tech Wheaton College– Massachusetts
18
COMPLETED THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE EXAMS AND HAIL FROM
9
COUNTRIES AND
9
7
STATES
RHODE ISLAND TOWNS
Twelve of the 18 students at the signing event.
CLASS OF 2023 COLLEGE ATHLETES We are proud that 18 graduates of the Class of 2023 are playing NCAA, NJCAA, and NAIA Division 1, 2, and 3 soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. Last spring, we hosted a Recognition and Signing Day for these studentathletes and their families to celebrate their incredible accomplishment. The students wore their college shirts or sweatshirts to acknowledge the occasion, and the local news even came to document the event. Congratulations again to all of these students, and special thanks to their coaches for their unwavering support: Ryan Alescio, Christina Batastini, David Bourk, Mike Church, Mike Haggerty ’09, and Mike Hart! 12 | ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023
COMMENCEMENT 2023
Sharing Their Wisdom SYDNEY LUNA ’ 23
DEMETRIS NICHOLS ’ 03
AWARDS NIGHT
CO MMENCEMENT
CO MMENCEMENT
“Through my six years at St. Andrew’s I have found family within my friends and teachers. I have learned about perseverance through the consistent support and encouragement offered when things weren’t going the way I wanted them to—someone was always there to help me fight and to make sure I didn’t give up.”
“The St. Andrew’s community boasts students from around the world. Different cultures, languages, perspectives, and beliefs are what make our campus unique. The wisdom and values of our respective nations melt together to create the culture at St. Andrew’s in ways many of us don’t fully realize.”
“We will all have mountains to climb. What is your next challenge, next goal, next opportunity you want to achieve? How do you get there? You get there by holding on. When things get hard, and they will, never give up. Have faith and believe in yourself.”
At Awards Night, Talya Traub-Cooper ’23 shared her thoughts on her St. Andrew’s journey.
Each year, a member of the graduating class is selected to speak at Commencement; Sydney Luna ’23 represented the Class of 2023.
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TALYA TRAUB-COOPER ’ 23
Demetris Nichols ’03 shared his journey after graduating and gave wise advice to the graduates as the 2023 Commencement Speaker.
students in the National Honor Society
27 (NHS), with 15 new inductions
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ON CAMPUS
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ON CAMPUS
2023 Happy White Visiting Artist Jamison Albritton ’04 Jamison “Jaima” Albritton ’04 was the Happy White Visiting Artist this past school year. He spent a week in April working with our MYP and DP art classes, sharing his techniques and ways to work with his signature Posca markers. During his visit, Jaima helped students create an original mural for a stairwell wall in Adams Hall. Students created small drawings in his style and they selected the top design to be made into a mural; the chosen design was made by Maria Fuster ’24. The grade 12 DP Visual Art students drew Maria’s design on the wall, first in pencil and then with Posca markers. At the end of Jaima’s visit, he spoke at Morning Meeting, candidly sharing his journey from high school graduation to world-
renowned artist. His work developed from notebook sideline doodles, to hand-painted shoes, to murals and more. Jaima has done murals for Shake Shack, Collab at WeWork, Connecticut Post Mall, Artel Hotel, Ollie’s Ice Cream, Paper Plane Coffee, Illumina East Yoga, and a live painting for Daniel Wellington’s flagship store opening at Rockefeller Center, just to name a few. Posca markers are Jaima’s signature tool, and he was recently commissioned by Posca for a special project.
“Everyone can draw,
but you have to learn to see” is a quote from former St. Andrew’s visual arts
teacher Nancy Azano that
has stuck with Jaima since his high school days.
Jaima generously donated several jackets and backpacks featuring his artwork to students. The mural on the Adams Hall stairwell even features St. Andrew’s unofficial mascot Pal in its design. ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL REPORT OF GIVING 2022–2023 | 15
ON CAMPUS
Celebrating Academic Growth and Innovation International Baccalaureate Exams The Class of 2023 was the school’s inaugural class to participate in the International Baccalaureate exam period. Last May, 18 seniors sat through the two-week exam period filled with rigorous external and internal assessments. Eleven of the students were Diploma Candidates pursuing the full IB Diploma, and seven were Course Candidates. They dedicated 12,870 hours to receiving direct instruction and support to prepare for the exams—that’s no small feat for our students or our teachers! The IB exams measure the extent to which students have mastered advanced academic skills including analyzing and presenting information, evaluating and constructing arguments, and solving problems creatively. Our Diploma Candidates completed the entire program of IB classes and core work (CAS, TOK, EE) during their junior and senior years. Students can earn college credit or advanced standing based on the individual scores for each of their courses. For students who earn the IB Diploma, some universities start students with sophomore standing for their first year. Our Course Candidates took individual IB course exams with the potential of earning college credits.
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We are incredibly proud of the 18 students who completed the exams and helped pave the way for our future Saints who will challenge themselves by pursuing the IB Diploma or Course Candidate!
students in the National Art Honor Society
15 (NAHS), with 10 new inductions
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Expanding our Range of Support New Sensory Room Opens on Campus As part of The Wolf Academy at St. Andrew’s School and through a generous grant from The Champlin Foundation, a sensory room was created on campus to provide a primary space for therapeutic programming as directed by our occupational therapists. The sensory room was outfitted with specialized equipment selected by occupational therapists and program professionals including suspension systems, weighted equipment and materials, and cardiovascular equipment to service the internal senses and systems essential in learning. The sensory room is a key component of The Wolf Academy education. Students work with occupational therapists and teachers to develop plans consisting of exercises and strategies. These plans support student academic and non-academic outcomes, including social skills, math, reading and writing (i.e. literacy), behavior management, recess, participation in sports, self-help skills, prevocational/vocational participation, transportation, and more. While this space was designed for The Wolf Academy, it is open for use by all St. Andrew’s students. Both St. Andrew’s and the Wolf School are proud of our collaboration and partnership aimed to best serve complex learners. The sensory room is an important part of the program to support students. We look forward to how this room will continue to be utilized and grow over time as The Wolf Academy at St. Andrew’s also grows.
THE YEAR BY THE NUMBERS
ON CAMPUS
performance and visual
10 arts events hosted
DP Visual Arts Exhibition Led by St. Andrew’s Arts Faculty Anna Wingfield, our Diploma Years Programme art students created and curated its first DP Visual Arts Exhibition at the school. Stunning artist portfolios were on display last April in the Griffiths Gallery inside the McCulloch Center for the Arts and in the Happy White Room in Stone Academic Center. The exhibition was a culmination of the seniors’ DP Visual Art course, which included an in-depth Comparative Study that explored three artworks of differing cultural contexts, a Process Portfolio that encompassed the depth and breadth of their visual explorations over the two years in the course, and artist statements and exhibition texts to articulate and defend their work.
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Riding For Focus with Outride Thanks to a generous donation and the perseverance of the faculty, St. Andrew’s launched a new and exciting physical education program this past school year, taking advantage of our expansive campus, proximity to the East Bay Bike Path, and our appreciation for outdoor activity in overall health and learning. This spring during their Physical Health and Education hour, our sixth graders embarked on Outride’s Riding for Focus curriculum: a program designed to “promote cycling as an outlet for students to improve their cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional wellbeing.” Our students use our new fleet of Specialized bikes and helmets that are part of the Riding for Focus program. The founder of Outride and the CEO of Specialized, Mike Sinyard, started the program when he noticed the impact of cycling on his focus. As someone who has dealt with the impact of ADHD his whole life, Mike noticed an immediate change and improvement in his symptoms after going for bike rides and started the Outride program to explore the difference Riding for Focus could make in the lives of middle school students.
Outride at St. Andrew’s is an opportunity for our sixth-grade students to learn a new skill and be kids while moving their bodies and connecting with nature. Alongside trained faculty Charley Pelissier and Samantha Medeiros, students biked on campus and around town while building their confidence and learning more about their own cognitive growth. Already we have seen the program’s many benefits: boosted focus in the classroom; pragmatic skill building; collaborative learning; and enjoyment at exploring the community in a new way. “Not only did our students get a chance to be outside and to hone their biking skills, some of them were first time bikers and received the coaching and encouragement from their peers. It was rewarding to watch them become better bikers and to build community with each other through the sport,” says Charley Pelissier. The Riding for Focus program also connects our students with a nationwide study to prove the impact of cycling on focus in the classroom and assist in furthering Outride’s mission across the country. We are looking forward to the continuation and possible expansion of this program in the future! In addition to sixth graders participating in the Riding for Focus curriculum, middle and upper schoolers could also choose cycling for an after-school activity during the spring semester. Twenty-four students ranging from newcomers to experienced riders participated, learning and strengthening proper cycling skills and riding off campus each day to explore the area’s bike paths, roads, and dirt trails. Cycling etiquette, road safety, and increasing skills and endurance were always front of mind as students ventured out into the surrounding neighborhoods. Many thanks to faculty and staff Luanettee Colebrooke, Angelina LaCarrubba, and Rachel Shapiro for assisting Charley Pelissier with this activity. Learn more about Outride at outridebike.org
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Thank You to Our Volunteers Our dedicated volunteers are an invaluable part of our community. A big thank you to the following individuals who volunteered their time and expertise in support of St. Andrew’s during the 2022-2023 school year. If you are interested in being part of this wonderful network of people, please contact Director of Development Kerrie Donahue at kdonahue@standrews-ri.org.
BOARD COMMITTEES Executive Committee
Endowment Committee
Anton Giedt, Chair Peter Holden Joel Legon
David Brown ’52, Chair Anton Giedt
Eric Mack ’00 Ben White ’08 Sara Shea McConnell David Tinagero
Campaign Cabinet David Tinagero
Peter Holden, Chair Paul Carlson Kerrie Donahue Anton Giedt
Alexandra McMullen Julie Montalbano Demetris Nichols ’03 Ralph Posner David Tinagero Chris Wiseman
Finance Committee
Development Committee Steven Giarrusso Anton Giedt Mike Hart Paola Martinez Sue McGann Cyd McKenna ’88
Joel Legon, Chair Nina Brodeur David Brown ’52 Jon Conklin
Chris Levy Sue McGann Marianne Monte John Obiurka
Joe Farmer Anton Giedt Soohuen Ham ’99 Mike Smith
Charley Pelissier Mike Smith David Tinagero Margot Wolf
David Tinagero Fred Van Liew Ben White ’08
Governance Committee
Education & Student Life Pam Faulkner, Chair Nina Brodeur Jeanie Charness Jon Conklin Anton Giedt Dana Gurney Bishop Knisely Audrey Kupchan
Greg Stento David Tinagero
Facilities Committee
John Harker, Co-Chair Kerrie Donahue Ben White ’08, Anton Giedt Co-Chair
Audrey Kupchan, Co-Chair Mark Ross, Co-Chair Jessica Chace Kerrie Donahue Pam Farmer
Joel Legon Bill Newman Mike Smith
Sara Shea McConnell, Chair Sean Coffey Kerrie Donahue Anton Giedt
Alexandra McMullen Stephanie Morin David Tinagero Elizabeth White
Sheryl Hoskins Tim Johnson Eric Mack ’00 Karen Pelczarski
David Tinagero Al Verrecchia
Risk Assessment Committee Anton Giedt Mike Smith
David Tinagero Al Verrecchia
Elizabeth Park Shelley Peterson
Kelsey Shea David Tinagero
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION TASK FORCE Julie Avina, Ray Cross ’04 Co-Chair Eric Mack ’00 Sara Shea McConnell, Co-Chair
Sylvia Mburu Alexandra McMullen
Sara Viveiros
ADVANCEMENT VOLUNTEERS Alumni Council Leela Ballah ’08, Co-President
Seaniah Popovec ’09, Co-President
11th Annual Golf Classic Golf Classic Committee Noël Ashekian, George Demopulos Co-Chair Kerrie Donahue Sean Coffey, Co-Chair Bob Ellison ’88 David Brayton ’03 Pam Farmer Dick Bruce Pam Faulkner Jessica Chace Mike Hart Bill Delmage
Golf Classic Volunteers Sam Havens Bo Koloski Paola Martinez Ralph Posner Ben White ’08
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Ray Cross ’04 Tori Drew Heidi Fanion O’rya Hyde-Keller Hope Keeley Belen Luna
Claudia Marin Sue McGann Emily Morgan Stephanie Morin Debby Perugini Rachel Shapiro
Jillian Torgan Kate White
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ADVANCEMENT VOLUNTEERS (CON’T.) Saints Gala
Fall Family Weekend Parent Volunteers
Gala Committee
Tori Drew Kerri Gravina Jessica Hedges Sheryl Hoskins
Noël Ashekian Bonnie Bower Kim Buckett Jessica Chace Kerrie Donahue
Rolanda Edmonds Heidi Fanion Pam Farmer Jessica Hedges Sheryl Hoskins
Paola Martinez Leslie Seiler Amy Tinagero Megan Young
Hope Keeley Derrick Li ’23 Lana Mburu ’24 Claudia Marin Emelia O’Gilvie ’23 Debby Perugini Tracy Reilly
Landon Rodrigues ’24 Kelsey Shea Jack Wallace ’23 Carson White ’23 Georgia Young ’23
Gala Volunteers Adéla Balàková ’23 Ava Bowman ’23 Henry Denis ’26 James Dorsey ’24 Ruby Joachim DelPoio ’24 Olivia Kagan ’24
Oona Barnett Eli Rosler ’25
Board Members
Coordinators
Andrew Ashekian ’23 Finn Beachkofski ’25 Tayla Beaulieu ’25 Ava Bowman ’23 Sydney Green ’24
Rolanda Edmonds
Nichole Appleton Christina Cullen Deena Darout Lisette Dorsey Jen Dupont Wenley Ferguson Dana Gravina
Jessica Hedges Amy Lebeau Michele Levy Janet Lewis Belen Luna Catherine Nellis Jodie Plouffe
Jeremy Steinberg Julie Thibault Jillian Torgan Claudia Traub Kerry Walsh Kate White
Kristin Rosler Zosia Rosler
ST. ANDREW’S PARENT ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE
Grandparents & Special Friends Day Volunteers
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week Volunteers
Jeremy Steinberg Kate White
Library Volunteers
Tori Drew Heidi Fanion
Henry Denis ’26 Ani Manzo ’28 Frank Fede ’25 Isaac Rodriguez ’27 Ellie Hoskins ’25 Addison Scheffer ’26 Ronan Karlsson ’25 Ilana Schimelmitz ’24 Konstantinos Makris ’23 Carson White ’23
Karen Kruppa Amy Lebeau Janet Lewis Belen Luna
Jeremy Steinberg Kate White
Shelley Peterson
Parent Grade Representatives Kate Carney Jen Dupont Kristi Green
Jessica Hedges Karen Kruppa Amy Lebeau
Dave Rosler Kate White Megan Young
Monthly Guest Speakers Ray Cross ’04 Dana Gurney
Alexandra McMullen Amy Tinagero
David Tinagero
Staff Liaisons Jessica Chace Kerrie Donahue
Kate and Josh White “Our entire family is so grateful for our time at St. Andrew’s. The sense of community and belonging that our son experienced as a student has helped him grow into an independent thinker who is kind, confident, and ready to face the challenges ahead. We will always reflect with gratitude on the relationships with both adults and friends that were forged during these seven years. Although our gifts may not always be substantial in size, we know that when viewed as part of a larger picture, family engagement and participation in the St. Andrew’s Fund makes a powerful impact on the opportunities given to every student. We will always make supporting this school, which has supported our son so well, a family priority.”
“Participation in the St. Andrew’s Fund makes a powerful impact on the opportunities given to every student.”
The Whites joined the St. Andrew’s community in 2016, when their son Carson ’23 entered sixth grade. Carson is currently a freshman at Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont, where he is studying Game Sound Design. Their daughter Margaret is a junior at Barrington High School. Kate was a dedicated volunteer of the St. Andrew’s Parent Association (SAPA), serving on SAPA’s board as secretary for two years, vice president for one year, and president for the 2022-2023 school year. Josh is Vice President of Transportation, Logistics, and Omni-Channel Fulfillment at CVS Health, and enjoys serving on the board of Foster Forward, a RI organization dedicated to empowering lives impacted by foster care. The White Family lives in Barrington, Rhode Island.
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THANK YOU FOR THE GOOD COMPANY AND GENEROUS SUPPORT! S AV E T H E D AT E
Saints Gala Thursday, April 25, 2024 The Saints Gala on April 27 was truly an evening of elegance in the Ballroom at The Providence G. More than 200 guests gathered for this special celebration in recognition of honorees Pamela Faulkner and Dana Gurney. We proudly honored Pam for her 40 years of dedication and service as a Trustee and Dana for her 18 years of leadership in Learning Services before her retirement following the 2022-2023 school year. The evening featured live entertainment by student performers and the Leo Codiga Trio, a delicious meal from Pranzi Catering & Events, and a spirited live auction led by Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers.
Five Bridge Inn Rehoboth, MA More information at standrews-ri.org/gala
At the gala, we announced two special awards in recognition of Pam and Dana’s lasting legacies: St. Andrew’s annual musical production has been named the “Pam Faulkner Musical” beginning this year. Aside from being one of the most active and prominent civic leaders on the East Bay, Pam has been a beloved member in the local theater and music community, whether performing onstage or watching in the audience. Naming the school’s musical after Pam was an easy choice because of her love and generous support of the arts. The “Dr. Dana Gurney Learning Support Chair” was created through the generosity of Susan O. and David A. Brown ‘52 to honor Dana’s work and legacy at the school. For more information about this endowment fund and honoree Dana Gurney, please see page 5.
“When you connect with an institution’s mission and values, I believe it is necessary to take time to embrace and support it. That is what I hoped to do when I joined this community years ago, and it has turned out to be one of the best decisions I have made.” Pam Faulkner Above: Pam and Bob Faulkner at St. Andrew’s 125th Celebration in 2018
Head of School David Tinagero with honorees Pam Faulkner and Dana Gurney; (ABOVE) Emelia O’Gilvie ’23, one of the student performers at the gala.
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* Loyalty donor (given consecutively for at least 5 years) + Indicates the person is deceased
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The two “Pams”—Pam Faulkner (right) accepts her award from Pam Farmer; Alexandra McMullen introduces Dana Gurney; Michael O’Connell bids in the live auction.
12th Annual Golf Classic
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We had perfect summer weather for our 12th Annual Golf Classic—it was an amazing day of golf, sportsmanship, and fun in support of St. Andrew’s mission and programs! Golfers enjoyed lunch on Rhode Island Country Club’s patios before the tournament, followed by dinner and a live auction and raffle at the after-party. The program featured student speaker Landon Rodrigues ’24, who shared how his experience at St. Andrew’s has made a transformative impact on his life. Thank you to our donor community for helping to provide our Saints with life-changing experiences!
13th Annual Golf Classic Monday, August 12, 2024 RI Country Club Stay tuned for more details: standrews-ri.org/golfclassic
Fun on the course with Joe Gratta, Patti Hagan Travers, Pam Farmer, and Jim Boynton; Lyn Chapman, Cherry Cumming, Pam Faulkner, and Mary Glenn; sponsors from Burns & Levinson and InSite Engineering enjoy the after-party; volunteers Debby Perugini and David Aulisio ’26 running the Chipping Contest
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Gifts in Tribute St. Andrew’s School was honored to have received gifts in recognition and in memory of the following individuals between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023. We thank those who acknowledged these individuals in support of the school.
Tributes in honor of … Ann Allain Jonathan Alschuler Finn Beachkofski ’25 Tayla Beaulieu ’25 Jessica Chace Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Jonathan R. Conklin Ray Cross ’04 Lulu Crossley ’26 Alice Cullen ’27 Charles Cullen ’24 Kerrie Donahue Pam Farmer Pamela Faulkner Joanne Fayan Sean Fullerton ’22 Lisa Goniprow Dr. Dana Gurney
Doug Johnson Ava Kaffenberger ’23 Erin Lang ’11 Joey Larisa ’28 Pascale Lord Paola Martinez Dorothy McCulloch Julius Pringle ’26 Michael J. Raffa Stanley Shaw Ryanne Sheehan ’27 Taylor Surkont ’27 Ashley Taber ’02 Head of School David Tinagero William Torgan ’25 Evan Crosby Wells ’24 Laurie White Michael J. Young ’12
Tributes in memory of … Ruth & Edward C. Barrett ’31 Alfred Buckley, Jr. Frances Phillips Conklin, M.D. William M. Cook ’58 Taiwo Fajingbesi Keith J. Farrelly ’93 Molly Finn ’04 Greg Freisner Alphin T. Gould Andrew Harnick ’06 Richard “Dick” Hill ’56 Harold Hitchen, Jr. ’51 Eric B. Jacober ’07 Cassandre Jade Erik R. Laisi Richard Lawrence Richard W. Lisle Headmaster John D. Martin
Bill McCulloch Norman “Sandy” McCulloch Holly Pierce Mendes Richard Pierce Estelle Frankie Raben Arthur “Rocky” Rawcliffe ’60 Bertha Sawyer James R. Schomer Dorothy Nixon Shaw Philip Snyder ’02 Steven Sorin Jeff & Joan Taber JoAnn Teixeira Michael Thacker, Jr. ’01 The Reverend James Verber Headmaster Stephen G. Waters James R. Wengler-Scalzo ’88
The Canney Family Sheila B. Martin Joanie & John Moser Colleen Pierson Michael J. & Ellen Raffa Antonina A. Ricci
Nancy Shaw Peggy Shaw Robin & David Shaw ’86 Stanley Shaw
Stanley and Dorothy Shaw Stanley “Stan” and Dorothy “Dottie” Shaw arrived at St. Andrew’s in September 1964 with their four young children, two of whom are now alumni: Steve graduated in 1982 and David in 1986. Stan taught physics, chemistry, algebra, IPS photography, and more throughout his teaching career at St. Andrew’s, and also served as the school’s Director of Education for more than 20 years. In the athletic program, he coached JV basketball for two years and held the important role of basketball scoreboard operator for 55+ years. Even after his teaching career ended, Stan continued to serve students as a substitute teacher, tutor, and officiate until 2021. In February, we honored Stan at a boys prep basketball game for his service to the school and presented him with a banner for display in Sage Gym. Dottie passed away peacefully surrounded by family in January. She was deeply loved. Many of her family and friends made gifts to St. Andrew’s in Dottie’s memory. We are grateful for their support in remembrance of a wonderful person whose memory will forever live on in our community.
Linda & Edmund L. Alves, Jr. Joseph & Catherine Arruda Bill & Nancy Azano Allen & Jeannie Boyle Jonathan R. Conklin Ella E. Ennis
Pamela & Joseph Farmer Joan & Peter Genereux Webster & Linda Goodwin Jacqueline Hallifax Marlana Houston Lil Lau & Nancy Reiter
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Named Endowment Funds St. Andrew’s has several endowed funds that support programs that are essential to the school’s mission and purpose. The following is a list of the generous donors who gave to these funds between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023.
JESSICA BLUMENSTOCK ’96 SCHOLARSHIP
Paul & Deborah Roche Joanne I. Ross Paul G. Sargent & Bonnie B. Sargent Dianne & Eric Schladt Sally, Bradley & Jared Shapiro Gladys & David Smith Mr. & Mrs. Paul S. Soscia Mary & Thomas Toth Jeanne D. Wahlberg The Wimpfheimer Foundation
JOHN CLARKE SCHOLARSHIP
KEITH J. FARRELLY ’93 ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP FUND
EDWARD C. BARRETT ’31 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Janice H. Barrett Christine M. Stokes
BECKERER FAMILY FUND Frank S. Beckerer, Jr. The Beckerer Foundation
Rev. Robert & Doni Blumenstock The John Clarke Trust
CONKLIN FAMILY FITNESS CENTER FUND Elizabeth Conklin, M.D. Jonathan R. Conklin
J. WALLACE CONKLIN, M.D. ’36 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Elizabeth Conklin, M.D. Jonathan R. Conklin Jennifer & Vincent Pera, Jr., M.D.
ERIK R. LAISI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
AMICA Mutual Insurance Co. Jim & Debby Baldwin Davies Bisset, III Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52 Susan M. Bryan Richard G. Carriere Elizabeth Conklin, M.D. Jonathan R. Conklin Catherine & Leah Currie The Davids-Henry Family Lorraine S. Dimeo Kerrie & Ian Donahue Renee & Edward Evangelista Pamela & Joseph Farmer Agatha B. Fiorenzano Lorraine L. Forcier Colleen Hegg Victoria M. Hittinger Helga Hoffman James A. Hopkins Frank & Elaine Ittleman Candace Kaloostian Marion & Thomas Laisi Long Range LLC Richard R. McLaughlin, Jr. Thomas Lyon Mills & Susan Werner James & Vicki Moriarty Jennifer & Vincent Pera, Jr., M.D. Bennet Phillips Robert C. Phillips
THE MICHAEL J. RAFFA SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Mark Raffa & Elizabeth VanderWyden Michael J. & Ellen Raffa Susan Raffa & Gregg Ellis
BERTHA H. SAWYER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Russell Brown ’56
PHILIP D. SNYDER ’02 SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Anne B. Snyder The Philip Snyder Foundation
Carol & Russell Bramley Mark P. Farrelly
SORIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52
DR. DANA GURNEY LEARNING SUPPORT CHAIR
JEFF AND JOAN TABER SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52
Ashley Taber ’02 Douglas & Jane Taber Taber, Inc.
ALEXANDER H. HIRST SCHOLARSHIP Gregory & Brenda Stone
WINIFRED AND HAROLD HITCHEN, JR. ’51 SCHOLARSHIP FUND Ted Mattis & Sandra Williams
GEORGE FLINT HOADLEY ’52 SCHOLARSHIP FUND Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52
ERIC B. JACOBER ’07 FUND FOR CROSS COUNTRY
STEPHEN G. WATERS SCHOLARSHIP Jane Waters
WEEKEND ENDOWMENT FUND Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52
SANDRA NICHOLS WILLARD FUND FOR BASKETBALL Mike & Janie Hart
Elizabeth Conklin, M.D. Jonathan R. Conklin Alan & Jane Jacober
RICHARD W. LISLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Susan O. & David A. Brown ’52 Peter & Kay Lisle
JOHN MARTIN SCHOLAR FUND Mike & Janie Hart Mandy & Eric B. Mack ’00 Sheila B. Martin
JOHN AND SHEILA MARTIN FUND FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Rhode Island Foundation
HOLLY PIERCE MENDES ENDOWMENT FUND
Class of 2022, St. Andrew’s School The Harker Family Trust Mike & Janie Hart Susan & Joe McGann G. Scott & Marilyn Pierce Jay & Andrea Schachne
For a complete list of named endowed funds or to learn more about establishing a permanent fund, please visit our website or contact Director of Development Kerrie Donahue.
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The 1893 Society The 1893 Society is our giving group that honors those who have designated a portion of their assets through their estate planning to benefit St. Andrew’s School. Gifts from bequests and trusts help establish a lasting legacy for today’s students and for generations to come.
Ann Allain Anonymous (1) Banana ’86 Virginia E. Beachen+ Albert Chester Beals, Jr.+ Robert & Doni Blumenstock Bonnie L. Bower & Mark Hosley+ Alfred Buckley, Jr.+ Robert B. Campbell ’74 Edith Chisholm+ Jonathan R. Conklin Robert D. Ellison ’88 Beverly & Kirke Everson, Jr.+
For more information or if you have already included St. Andrew’s in your estate plans, please contact Director of Development Kerrie Donahue.
Pamela & Joseph Farmer Robert R. Faulkner+ Anton Giedt & Nancy Gagliano Frederick R. Griffiths+ John & Elizabeth Harker Rosemarie & Richard+ Hill ’56 Winifred & Harold Hitchen ’51+ Joseph Hoxie ’42+ Gordon & Diane Hutton Mildred A. Jodat+ Frederick+ & Betsy Johnson Lester Keats+
Charles T. Knowles ’67 Audrey Kupchan, M.D. David A. MacDonald, Jr. ’47+ Jacqueline Macdonald+
Diane & Ernest Martin ’58 Viola W. & Earl E. Maxfield, Jr.+ Mary E. McCulloch+
Dorothy R. & Norman E.+ McCulloch, Jr. Joseph & Susan McGann Virginia D. Newhall Michael & Kerry Poppers George & Barbara Sage+ Timothy R. & Patricia Falk Schantz Ruth F. Scobie+ Clinton W. Sellew+ Catherine Shadd+ Robert W. Shadd, Esq.+ Rochelle & Aaron Shatkin, D.D.S. Alfred B. Van Liew Dr. Leslie A. Walker ’42+ & Mrs. Leslie A. Walker Stephen+ & Jane Waters Charlotte A. Wetherell+ Margot F. Wolf
+ Indicates the person is deceased.
Jonathan Conklin “My father’s application to St. Andrew’s indicates my grandmother was asked to pay $13 per month toward the School’s support. I have witnessed firsthand the extraordinary level of commitment the School makes to its students. Over one-third of gross tuition revenue is awarded back to students as financial aid, and over half of the students receive financial aid. I am pleased to be able to continue my investment in the school by naming St. Andrew’s in my estate plans. Jon Conklin, left, with David Brown ’52 at the 2022 Saints Gala Jonathan Conklin joined the Finance Committee in 1996, having been recommended by Trustee and alumnus David A. Brown ’52. He is also a member of the Education and Student Life Committee, and he served as a Trustee for eighteen years. Jon began his professional career in public accounting, was CFO at a local manufacturing company, and lastly was Business Manager at the Paul Cuffee School, a public charter school in Providence. He graduated from Hamilton College and received an MBA from the University of Michigan. Jon’s ties to St. Andrew’s go back to 1931 when his father enrolled in the sixth grade. Dr. J. Wallace Conklin also served as a Trustee. The family legacy continues, as Jon’s niece Amy is currently a student at St. Andrew’s.
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OUR COMMUNITY
COOKING CAMP
FIBER ARTS CAMP
CAMP CASTAWAY
Summer at St. Andrew’s The campus was filled with joy, laughter, and learning with our robust summer camp programming! OUR FULL-SERVICE PROGRAM FOR AGES THREE THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL SERVED
TRADITIONAL DAY CAMP
PRINTMAKING CAMP
with the help of our camp leaders and counselors who were SCIENCE CAMP
Camp registration for 2024 summer camps opens on February 1, and camps begin at the end of June. To learn more or to sign up for one or more of our many experiences, visit our website at summeratsaintandrews.org. HOOPS WITH HART CAMP
CREATIVE CAMP
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES CAMP
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