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TWIN RIVERS CHALLENGE EVENT RECAP 2021 PAGE 18

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TFS PARTNERSHIP PAGE 16

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n artistic challenge delivered a colorful start to the new academic year for the Tallulah Falls School Class of 2022.

On the night before classes started on Monday, Aug. 9, many of the seniors decorated their parking spaces with chalk. Media Specialist Ashley Walden and Assistant Academic Dean Jim Van Hooser provided plenty of supplies; the students created designs that reflected personal interests, college or sports team logos or something altogether whimsical. It was the perfect way to kick off the year in a fun and festive way, Van Hooser said. Other senior-specific events are scheduled monthly, he added.

IN THIS ISSUE PRESIDENT AND HEAD OF SCHOOL

DR. LARRY A. PEEVY

DIRECTOR OF CREATIVE SERVICES Brandi Wood DIRECTOR OF SPORTS COMMUNICATION AND DIGITAL MEDIA Brian Carter DESIGNER Brandi Wood EDITOR E. Lane Gresham CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Brian Carter E. Lane Gresham Madi Perdue Brian Wellmeier PHOTOGRAPHY E. Lane Gresham Brandi Wood Brooke Gragg/Artistic Images Crump Photo Cole Youngblood Merideth Shaw Photography Candice Holcomb Photography Elisha Boggs Austin Poffenberger Victoria VerBerkmoes

03 New Faces at TFS 05 Staff Spotlight: Tricia Anderson

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR ADVANCEMENT Sonya M. Smith DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA E. Lane Gresham

NEWS

08 Uchee Lodge Makeover 10 TFS Alumni Spotlight

11 Autumn Semi-Formal 13 Staff Spotlight: Katie Ralston 14 Taking Flight 26 Twin Rivers Challenge Event Recap 2021

31 FY21 Donor Listing

EDUCATION 04 Welcome Back Class of 2022

06 TFS Christmas Card Winners

09 Student Leadership at TFS 14 Freshman / Senior Mentoring 16 TFS Foxfire Fellows 18 TFS Pony Team 19 Rodeo Bound: Morgan Ward

20 Fine Arts Spotlight 30 Upper School One Act

SPORTS

12 Synchronized Swimming 22 Cross Country Quadrathalon

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The faculty, staff and students of Tallulah Falls School extend warm holiday greetings to you and your family! We are delighted to feature the work of Chloe Kahwach on the cover of this issue of On Campus; see Page 06 to view more student-created holiday-themed artwork.

22 Middle School Cross Country 23 Middle School Tennis 24 Varsity Cross Country 25 Varsity Volleyball

28 Middle School, JV and C Team Volleyball

“RETURNING TO WHAT IS OUR NORMAL – ACHIEVING HIGH STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE – IS WHERE WE ARE PLACING OUR FOCUS!” DR. LARRY A. PEEVY

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

s we embark on the new academic year, it is with the goal to reconnect after a challenging season.

We are rededicated to the Tallulah Falls School mission after successfully navigating the impact of a global pandemic in a learning community serving 555 students, 150 employees, and more than 1,000 parents and guardians. With the number of COVID-19 cases dramatically reduced, we can relax many of our safety protocols and focus on preparing students to thrive in life by elevating character and intellect in a challenging and diverse college preparatory environment. Returning to what is our normal – achieving high standards of excellence – is where we are placing our focus! In this issue of On Campus, we extend a warm welcome to a talented group of new employees and we celebrate the launch of new programs that deepen our commitment to each other – the new freshmen/senior mentoring program illustrates this beautifully. The Class of 2022 is especially off to a strong start with milestone moments already in the senior year memory bank – several of these occasions are documented here.

This year, enriching fine arts programming is also a goal under new leadership with new Performing Arts Director Jonathan Roberts. The new natatorium is already a favorite venue for swimming and special events, including the newly formed synchronized swimming club and the Autumn Semi-Formal. Athletic teams are also excelling with the fall season full of highlights and outstanding performances. And to echo our commitment to providing financial assistance to our students, the greater community responded to this year’s call to support the Twin Rivers Challenge like never before. The scholarship committee raised more than $93,000 from more than 150 companies, organizations and individuals! As you will likely receive this issue during a busy holiday season, I invite you to savor the notable addition of the Christmas card winners included on these pages.

Warm holiday greetings from the faculty, staff and students of Tallulah Falls School,

PRESIDENT AND HEAD OF SCHOOL

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UPPER SCHOOL HISTORY

BILL HARRISON PLANT SERVICES

DR. DALE GARSIDE UPPER SCHOOL SPANISH

HALEY CANTRELL UPPER SCHOOL MATH

KATIE RALSTON

NATATORIUM DIRECTOR

KYLE DAMPIER PLANT SERVICES

TAMMY METCALF

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MIDDLE SCHOOL RESOURCE CENTER DIRECTOR

KAREN MARTINEZ DORM COUNSELOR

FRANCIE KEENE UPPER SCHOOL DANCE

JO KIMBRELL MIDDLE SCHOOL PE

JULIE POTTEIGER DIRECTOR OF NURSING

LOGAN FORTNER UPPER SCHOOL SPANISH

HARRISON BUTLER HEAD COACH TALLULAH FALLS AQUATICS

EUDELIA LEMUS TALAVERA PLANT SERVICES

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lasses commenced Aug. 9 with 555 students enrolled at Tallulah Falls School for the 2021-22 academic year.

With 204 middle school students and 351 upper school students, the corridors on the middle and upper school campuses are bustling with the positive energy the back-to-school season brings. “We are delighted to welcome our students back to campus,” said President and Head of School Larry A. Peevy. “Our faculty and staff worked hard to prepare for the return of school; as everyone is excited about greeting their friends and welcoming the 124 new students who joined us this year.” Bringing together students from across the globe to learn with students from Northeast Georgia is a hallmark of the TFS experience, Peevy said. New countries represented in the student body, Peevy said, include students from Belarus, Croatia, Poland, Romania and Turkey, bringing the total number of countries represented on campus to 23.

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Local families continue to represent the majority of the day student population, with 243 students from Habersham County and more than 170 students from the four other closest surrounding counties, Stephens, White, Rabun and Banks. TFS residence hall staff welcomed 116 boarding students, with 75 international students making their home on campus. For the Class of 2022, the first day started early with a traditional sunrise biscuit breakfast, and middle school students kicked off the year with a special assembly. Fall season athletic activities are already in motion, Peevy said, with clubs and other extracurricular activities set to start soon. Peevy is also excited for students to use the newly opened natatorium, featuring a 10-lane competition pool. In addition to being available for the swim team, students in all grades will have access for PE classes, water safety and other special activities, he said.

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new position at Tallulah Falls School will support classroom learning at the middle school. Tricia Anderson is joining the faculty for the 2021-22 academic year. With more than 20 years of experience in education, Anderson brings a diverse background to the TFS learning community. In her new role as the Middle School Resource Center Director, Anderson will provide support for both teachers and students.

“Tricia will help our students and teachers reach their greatest potential.” - Carol Madden

She holds a B.S. in Early Childhood Education from Mercer University, a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Specialist in Leadership and Administration from Central Michigan University. She also recently attended the Columbia University Teachers College Winter Institute for Writing. Anderson will help students successfully transition into middle school and provide support to teachers, said President and Head of School Larry A. Peevy. She will also collaborate with upper school learning center personnel to ensure a smooth

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progression from middle to high school, he added. “Implementing this position will provide another dimension to the services we provide to our middle school families and our faculty,” Peevy said. “We are delighted to have someone with Tricia’s background joining our middle school faculty.” Anderson will support students in all subject areas, said Middle School Director Carol Madden. “She’ll also help our teachers with lesson plans and hands-on staff development,” Madden said. “Tricia will help our students and teachers reach their greatest potential.” Anderson said she is honored and excited to join the TFS faculty. “I have always been passionate about education; I have a deep desire to educate teachers about learning differences,” Anderson said. “I believe that anyone can learn, and it’s up to me to provide the pathway. I look forward to creating new opportunities for teachers and learners in our community.”

TFS

Chef ’s Table

ROASTED DUCK OVER BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI WITH SAGE AND BROWN BUTTER

“We love cooking for the students in the dining room,” Director of Dining Services David Janecek said. “When we do a Chef’s Table, we offer dishes they have most likely never had before so giving them the opportunity to try new things is exciting.”

BANANAS FOSTER WITH VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM

CHERRIES JUBILEE WITH VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM

PORK POT STICKERS WITH SWEET GINGER SESAME GLAZE AND ASIAN VEGETABLES

he annual Tallulah Falls School Christmas card art contest impressed faculty/staff judges, with winning designs representing a variety of artistic styles. Art teachers Cat Schappach and Tina Cheek announced the winners during the annual year-end assembly, held on Dec. 15, just prior to the holiday break. “The card contest is a wonderful way for our students to showcase their artistic talent,” said President and Head of School Larry A. Peevy. “The 26 submissions this year illustrate the outstanding talent and creativity we have at our school and the affection these students have for this remarkable learning community.”

The upper school’s winning card was designed by senior Macy Murdock of Carnesville, with the winning card for the middle school card designed by seventh-grader Sophia Smith of Clarkesville. Second place for the upper school card contest was senior Sophie Herrera of Mt. Airy, and third place was freshman Caroline Moseley of Cleveland. Second place for the middle school card contest was eighth-grader Bailey Crumley of Cleveland, and third place was Bryson Perdue of Tiger. The cards are distributed annually to TFS families, faculty/staff, area chamber of commerce members, and other friends of the school, Peevy added.

MIDDLE SCHOOL WINNER Sophia Smith A Magical TFS Christmas UPPER SCHOOL WINNER Macy Murdock TFS Bus with Tree

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Christmas A TA L L U L A H FA L L S S C H O O L

3 1. Bailey Crumley - Santa’s Helpers 2. Bryson Perdue - TFS Bells 3. Sophie Herrera - TFS Snowglobe 4. Caroline Moseley - Cardinals on Campus

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Uchee Lodge

BY BRIAN WELLMEIER - REPUBLISHED WITH PERMISSION OF THE NORTHEAST GEORGIAN

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he rain came down and forced Boy Scout Troop 106 to take shelter beneath the newly built awning of the Uchee Lodge. The Scouts took some time to admire the structure as the rain fell and spattered the land. Eagle Scout Wyatt York of Mt. Airy, his father and scout leader Kevin York and other volunteers had built the structure in January alongside York’s great uncle Jeff Throneberry and Ed Garrish – both of whom had fundamental roles in the original construction of the lodge. The structure, constructed by telephone poles, four-by-six pine boards salvaged from an old chicken house and a metal roof, was designed to complement the log exterior portion of the lodge. “I wanted it to look like it belonged there,” 16-yearold Wyatt said. The project took seven months to complete, but as the rain pattered the metal roof that Sunday, it was worth the time spent.

new mobile app makes returning to the routine of the new academic year easier at Tallulah Falls School. TFS Connect is available as a free download via Google Play or the Apple App Store. Check student schedules, homework and grades, access news stories and social media accounts, watch videos, review upcoming events, apply for financial aid, make tuition payments and exercise generosity through online giving. “This new tool will help families stay connected to school information with ease,” said Dean of Enrollment Management Kelly Woodall. “In creating the app, we hope to streamline and enhance the information flow for parents and students. For more information, email admissions@ tallulahfalls.org.

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“It was a facelift for the building,” Wyatt said. “I’m glad I was able to do it. Uncle Jeff and Ed had always wanted to do it, so I am glad I was able to do it for both them and me.” York’s father explained the significance of the project and what it meant for the troop.

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“It was always intended for the Uchee Lodge to have a porch. When it was built, the funds intended for the porch instead built the large stacked stone fireplace,” Kevin said. “Wyatt felt a calling to finish the job. Honoring the men that sacrificed so much to build the lodge – including his great uncle, Jeff Throneberry – providing a dry place to gather and sit, and giving the front of the lodge a fresh old look that will last for years to come, all seemed like perfect reasons to tackle the project.” Both Wyatt and his father worked through the seasons to complete the project. It took about seven months, Kevin said.

“There were several days where it was pretty cold, and working conditions were less than ideal. The project lasted through the beginning of summer and there were a few hot days as well. Scouts are used to having fun in all types of weather,” Kevin said, adding that around 260 hours were spent completing the porch. Kevin went on to describe what it meant to complete the project alongside his son. “As a dad, there’s nothing I enjoy more than spending time with my kids,” he said. “We started scouting together when he was a Tiger in Cub Scouts 11 years ago. Scouting has provided us both countless shared memories and wonderful life experiences that we would never have been able to otherwise. As a scoutmaster, I could not be more proud. This project gave Wyatt the opportunity to demonstrate many of the skills he has learned on his scouting path. He had a vision of what he wanted to accomplish, he made his materials list, he drafted the budget, he fundraised the money he needed, he organized the workdays and led his fellow scouts and adults, he lined up all the resources he needed and exceeded everyone’s expectations.” Kevin said that both he and his son were proud to see the seven-month project finally complete. “The project certainly took longer than expected,” Kevin said. “Between the weekly scout meetings on Sunday afternoon, the monthly troop outings, the weather, and availability of help, it seemed like we would never get finished. Running the last screws in the new tin roof seemed bittersweet. We were all super glad to be finished.” Wyatt is also a member of BSA’s National Youth Leadership Training, a member of the Order of the Arrow, and a rising junior at Tallulah Falls School. As a career, he plans to become a diesel mechanic or mechanical engineer after he graduates.

xperiential learning is taking place in the woods adjacent to the Tallulah Falls School middle school campus. Students in Travis Mullis’s sixthgrade English class are making tracks toward completing a walking/ hiking trail. Lessons during a recent workday included making sure the painted blazes are easily visible from the path, using natural materials to line the trails and the importance of teamwork. “Teaching at TFS is such a privilege because I’m challenged to not only do my best but do what I like to do the best,” Mullis said. “Building trails in the forest is something I’ve been doing since I was very young, so instructing and then allowing my students to do the same is quite fulfilling.” The project is aimed at crossing each academic curriculum, Travis said. Along with building the trail, students learn to use a compass to coincide with what they’ve learned in Mrs. Rogers’ geography class.

“This is just the beginning,” Mullis said. “Plant identification, using a measuring wheel to determine the length, checking out the water quality of the stream along with its aquatic life.” Throughout the activity, Mullis said he and the students are conversing about what is enjoyable about the variety of tasks and activities. “Through the trail-building process, I’m challenging them to see what they are doing as a contribution to their families, extracurricular groups and the broader ONE CLASS learning c o m m u n i t y, something that is shared to bring joy to others,” he said.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

He added that every student contributes in some way – cutting limbs, raking leaves, moving logs, marking trees. “I’ve pointed them in a proper direction, and they have done the rest,” he said. “And had a lot of fun doing it!”

YOUTH LEADERSHIP HABERSHAM

elected through a competitive application process last spring, 11 Tallulah Falls School seniors are now enrolled in the 2021 Leadership/Youth Leadership Habersham Class. A series of programs scheduled throughout the academic year will offer team building, community awareness and a chance to network with members of the adult Leadership Habersham group. “These youth will be entering into the workforce, and we want to make sure that they have developed the confidence, communication skills and support system necessary to enter the workforce, all while providing them a deeper connection to the community,” said Habersham Chamber President Mary Beth Horton. “Investing in youth not only ensures that the future

generation is equipped with competencies necessary for strong leadership, but it also contributes greatly to the positive development of the communities.”

Center and the Habersham County Courthouse. In January, the group will focus on local industry, visiting Fieldale Farms, Steel Cell and Scovill.

The program kicked off Sept 15 with ice-breakers and leadership lessons led by the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

The final outing in February will include a trip to the Gold Dome in Atlanta to participate in Habersham County Day at the Capitol.

In November, students focused on public service, hearing from Habersham County Sheriff Joey Terrell, Habersham E-911 Director Lynn Smith, Mountain Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judge B. Chan Caudell and Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney George Christian.

“As we continue our work to build the future leaders of Habersham County, developing and retaining our homegrown talent will remain an important aspect of that growth,” Horton added,

The group toured the Habersham County Detention Center, the Cornelia Water Treatment Plan, the E-911

Students members include Lucy Alexander, Drew Bates, Emily Church, Charlie Cody, Evette Corwin, Aubrey Higgins, Joshua Jackson, Lilly Johnson, Tyler Popham, Tate Shaw and Ericka Wiese.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

TAYLOR HAMES & CALEB WALDEN

he adventure of a lifetime – marriage – is now a reality for two members of the Tallulah Falls School Class of 2015.

“That’s been the greatest reward,” he says. “It’s been overwhelmingly positive how accepting they’ve been – nothing but real graciousness.”

A shared love of road trips, fly fishing and community service sets the pace for Caleb Walden and Taylor Hames.

Teach for America encourages home visits, which he enjoys.

Walden arrived on campus for his eighth-grade year, with Hames starting high school at TFS. The two didn’t talk much during high school; they didn’t become a couple until a senior year prom date. “Prom really came in handy,” Hames says. The pair made their partnership official on Aug. 14. The outdoor ceremony took place at the Hames family farm, with Walden’s father, the Rev. Grady Walden, officiating. The couple is currently working in Kyle, South Dakota, serving as teachers on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation of the Oglala Lakota tribe. Walden, a three-year veteran of Teach for America, introduced his bride to the students and families at Little Wound Elementary School. Hames graduated from Georgia Southern with a degree in recreation and tourism management. Right out of college, she worked with the YMCA of the Rockies, where she led guests on the rock wall, high and low ropes course and on mountain biking trips.

“For me, going to a family’s home is telling in how they feel about me and the student’s experience; it’s been life-changing,” he added. After their teaching contracts are complete, the couple hopes to tackle the Appalachian Trail, starting early next summer at Mount Katahdin and heading south to Springer Mountain. Why TFS? The families of both graduates had different reasons for choosing TFS. Walden says his parents wanted him to be in a more rigorous academic environment when his father toured the school with Leadership Habersham. “We toured the next week,” he says. Hames’ father wanted a quality educational option for Hames and her four siblings. TFS offered a chance to consolidate with a generous scholarship offer, she says. The pair didn’t have friends in common but got to know each other in Mrs. Terri Bogan’s senior Life Skills class. Both recognize the value of the TFS experience.

She then moved to North Carolina to lead an outdoor education program, interrupted due to COVID. She was happy to be back outside this past summer working as a fly fishing instructor for Sasquatch Fly Fishing in Estes Park, Colorado. She’s now teaching PE to elementary school students in South Dakota.

“I’ve always thought I had a more diverse experience than my friends [who didn’t attend TFS],” Walden says. “Getting to meet boarding students and students from other parts of the country prepared me for college in a way I didn’t appreciate until I got there.”

Walden, a graduate of Birmingham Southern with dual degrees in history and religion, applied right out of college for Teach for America.

Hames says she was better prepared for college than many of her classmates. “I definitely had a foot ahead of some of my peers,” she says.

After training in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he chose South Dakota. “I wanted to work on a reservation,” he says. So far, he’s taught second and third grade and led the after-school drawing club. He’s expanded his love of art recently, too, and is learning tattoo artistry.

As for advice for current students, Hames says to remain flexible in planning for the future. “Don’t put yourself in a box; don’t be afraid to do something else,” she says. “Be willing to try something different.”

Kyle is remote, with a population of fewer than 800 people, Walden says, 90 miles from the nearest fullservice grocery store. The small town has everything needed to build community, Walden says. He’s been touched by the welcome he’s received from the families of his students. On the reservation, the pair have a two-minute walking commute to their school.

Walden echoes the sentiment. “In a million years, I never thought I would be a teacher.” Doors kept opening for him that involved working with young people. “Be very open to people and opportunities,” he says. “Avoid being stuck in one mindset.”

Tallulah Falls School alumni make a distinct mark on the world – after graduation, they embark on bold next steps toward future success – education, career and life. We want to highlight these milestones and other stories about outstanding TFS alumni in the pages of On Campus, on the school website or on the school’s social media accounts. If you have something noteworthy to share, click on the URL code or email tallulahfallsschool@tallulahfalls.org.

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magical night of mixing and mingling delighted upper school students on Nov. 6.

for students in the middle of the busy fall semester, according to Dean of Students Jimmy Franklin.

A chance to dress up and gather with friends marked the occasion of the Autumn Semi-Formal, held for the first time in the Tallulah Falls School natatorium.

“It was a great chance for students to celebrate being together on campus for a night of fun,” Franklin said.

JB Jams from Gainesville served as a deejay, playing popular music and taking requests from the enthusiastic dancers.

The Class of 2022 planned the event and decorated the natatorium, Franklin said.

Students posed for photos with a special lighting set-up, snacked and danced with friends.

Parents provided some of the snacks, including a chocolate fountain and Whitney Calloway’s culinary arts students prepared special sandwiches for the event.

Both boarding and day students came together for the event. This relatively new TFS tradition provides a break

“For the freshmen, it was a first-time school dance,” Franklin added. “So, they were super-excited!”

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culmination of two months of hard work and cooperation among the members of the Tallulah Falls School synchronized swimming club delighted an audience of family and friends on Oct. 6. A choreographed routine set to music delivered a recital of sorts, said Natatorium Director Katie Ralston. “I am so proud of the hard work, dedication and commitment this group of girls has put into the first year of after-school Synchro Club,” Ralston said. The culminating performance demonstrated the focus, teamwork, and confidence required to present to an audience and experience the joys of working together, said Athletic Director Scott Neal. Club members included Mary Kate Ball, Abigail Cruz, Becca Roberts, Maeve Hatcher, Gracie Ingram, Mylah McGugan, Nora Mitchell, Savana Owensby and Stella Radford. Student coaches Montgomery Dampier, Emily Wolfe, Hannah Hickox and Andrea Caudell also helped with practices, preparation and event support. Ella Akers helped with behind-the-scenes hair and performance preparation.

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Front row L-R: Gracie Ingram, Maeve Hatcher, Nora Mitchell, Mylah McGugan Back row L-R: Abigail Cruz, Becca Roberts, Savana Owensby, Stella Radford, Mary Kate Ball

MEET COACH RALSTON

Katie Ralston of Cornelia joined the Tallulah Falls School staff as natatorium director earlier this year.

With close to two decades of experience leading aquatics and recreation programs in Habersham, Hall and Gwinnett counties, Ralston was wellpositioned to take on this role. She most recently served as the recreation program supervisor for the Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Department, Ralston is using her strong administrative skills and programming experience to run the TFS natatorium. She has certifications in instruction for water safety, lifeguard training, first aid and CPR/ AED, facility operation and customer service. She also served on the Habersham County Ethics Board and chaired the Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Safety Committee. She was recognized professionally for program innovation and facility maintenance as well. Ralston is coordinating all TFS natatorium functions, creating programming and ensuring coordination of all aquatic usage.

NEED A HOLIDAY GIFT FOR SOMEONE SPECIAL? The Tallulah Falls School Walk of Honor featuring commemorative bricks at the natatorium entrance is drawing attention. The personalized pavers make great gifts! A customized message includes up to three lines with a maximum 16 characters per line. To order your 4” x 8” brick, go to tallulahfalls.org/ buyabrick or contact Sonya Smith at sonya.smith@tallulahfalls.org.

With a comprehensive background in pool operations, Ralston has hired and trained aquatic staff to ensure the highest level of professionalism for water safety and client service, said Athletic Director Scott Neal. “Katie

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depth and range of aquatic experience, an acute dedication to safety and service, and a distinct desire to provide quality aquatic programs to our students, staff and community,” Neal said. “We appreciate her creative, consistent and caring leadership.” “We are delighted to welcome Katie to the TFS staff,” said President and Head of School Larry A. Peevy. “With her background in aquatic facility management and program development, she is making an immediate impact in the TFS community.” Excited to be a part of the Tallulah Falls Family, Ralston said she has been waiting for the opportunity to bring her love and knowledge of the sport of swimming back to Habersham County. “The brand-new, state-of-theart natatorium at the school is beautiful,” Ralston said. “I am so enjoying creating new and dynamic programs to enhance the student experience at TFS as well as the greater community.”

MENTORING

THE FUTURE OF TFS

Taking Flight

pair of Tallulah Falls School students took to the air recently, marking a first solo flight off the checklist on the way to earning a private pilot’s license.

She’s been taking lessons since mid-May, using the same model plane as her peer. Trying to understand everything has been challenging, she said.

Lawson Fulbright of Toccoa soloed on the occasion of his 16th birthday on Aug. 2 at the Toccoa-Stephens County Airport. Maggie Peacock of Clarkesville took off independently on Aug. 27, marking the milestone at the Habersham County Airport.

“There is a lot to know when it comes to flying like the instrument panel, rules and regulations, etc.,” she said. “It takes a lot of focus and patience to learn all that I need to know.”

A Tallulah Falls School sophomore, Fulbright made three rotations around the field before making a smooth landing.

A little nervous in preparing to fly for the first time, she kept calm during taxi and run-up.

“My father [Mark Fulbright] has been a pilot for most of his life,” Fulbright said. “I grew up with him being around the airport. We always talk about planes.”

“But the second I got up into the air by myself for the first time, it all felt so natural,” she said. “There was something peaceful about being up there by myself, and it seemed to be like second nature. I didn’t want to land because that meant my solo flight was over, and I wasn’t quite ready to stop.”

Taking lessons since March 2021 in a Cessna Skyhawk, the ambitious pilot-in-training plans to attend a college with a flight program. “I wasn’t as nervous as I thought I would be,” Fulbright said. “It almost felt like second nature.” As with life, Fulbright said, hard work and difficult lessons are woven into the experience. “You have to be present with it. You have to keep at it,” he said. “When you get to the point where you solo, there’s nothing like it – the sense of freedom; it’s hard to explain.” Peacock, a TFS senior, had weather-related delays over several weeks before making her first trip.

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She’s always planned to study engineering in college, but she’s zeroed in on aerospace engineering as a focus. “Auburn University is my top choice because of the programs they offer both as academic and extracurricular, which will allow me to continue flying,” she said. “While I don’t think I want to do anything professionally with flying specifically, I’m hoping that by majoring in aerospace engineering, I will still be able to be rooted in the world of aviation.” Both pilots took part in the aviation tradition of having the tail of their shirt cut off by their instructor, but in Fulbright’s case, his dad did the honors. The salvaged fabric is signed, dated and typically displayed in the airport hanger. This tradition is a sign of the instructor’s confidence in the student after the successful solo flight.

fresh twist on the ninth-grade experience at Tallulah Falls School connects the younger students with senior mentors. At a Class of 2022 team-building meeting held on Aug. 20, seniors picked up cards with photos of the freshmen; the card also featured a few facts about the student. The matching process started then, said Upper School Academic Dean Kim Popham. “The senior class expressed a desire to mentor the freshmen as a leadership opportunity,” Popham said. On Sept. 17, pairs connected for the first time, with senior mentors holding up handmade signs

to reveal the name of the freshmen mentees. The goal of the program is to help the younger students acclimate to the upper school environment and to provide the seniors with a chance to refine leadership skills. According to Assistant Academic Dean Jim Van Hooser, Dean of Students Jimmy Franklin along with senior capstone teachers Dallas Barron and Ashley Walden have been instrumental in providing guidance as the senior class planned this activity as well as other monthly activities to further these important connections between the students. A photo op marked the day with another photo session planned for the end of the year.

Lawson Fullbright

Maggie Peacock

“I wasn’t as nervous as I thought I would be,” Fulbright said. “It almost felt like second nature.” 15

he most recent Foxfire magazine is now available and features close to 30 submissions from Tallulah Falls School upper school students. Thanks to the Foxfire organization, a new partnership launched in 2020 is bringing students closer to regional history. In addition to the writing submissions, six TFS students served as staff members for the magazine. As Foxfire Leadership Fellows, the students mastered design, layout, editing, and ultimately producing the magazine featuring their submissions and those of their fellow schoolmates. Students serving as Foxfire Fellows are Colton Augustine, CJ Augustine, Justin Graham, Madi Perdue and Dani Prince. Perdue has several pieces published in the issue of Foxfire. She hopes to continue honing her storytelling skills in her future endeavors. She offers a glimpse of the experience below: “My experience at Foxfire this past summer was, in a word, inspirational. I learned so much about myself and about how my heritage has guided my path so far in life. Not only did the other Fellows and I get the opportunity to work with the magazine and learn about publishing, but our SEED (Students Experiencing Education Differently) Projects allowed us to focus on our personal interests and pursue them through projects we designed and fulfilled. I chose to chronicle my peers’ journeys through the Foxfire Podcast, ‘It Still Lives.’ I wrote interview questions, researched the other fellows’ topics, interviewed my peers, edited the audio, and created four podcast episodes called ‘The SEED Series.’ I think all of the Fellows immensely enjoyed learning our heritage skills (traditional Appalachian crafts taught

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by Foxfire’s resident craftspeople), and most of us are still trying to practice our skills even outside of the program. I think that’s why it made such a big impact on me — I went into the Foxfire Fellowship knowing I would learn, but I came out of the Fellowship having broadened my horizons and deepened my understanding of my identity as I know it.”

The mission of Foxfire magazine is to empower students to share their voices and visions with an audience beyond the classroom by providing a platform for creative expression and investigations into the world around them. To purchase a copy of the magazine, visit https://tinyurl.com/ ew46fdn9f

My Name is Appalachia

By: Madi Perdue

My name is Tradition. It’s a family name, handed down from generation to generation And improved upon with each passing year, But never forgetting those from whom it came. My name is Endurance. I earned it over the cold winters when the ground stayed frozen Into the spring And the sun beat down mercilessly in the summer — Yet here I stand. My name is Strength. I worked for that title for many years. I made do with what I had Even when what I had was not enough. Nobody saw the work I did; They all saw the products of my labor. My name is Creativity. It was not a name I chose, but rather one that was the thrust upon me. My methods are not traditional, and yet they evince the tradition of my ancestors. I put my ideas to work to accomplish that which most others cannot for themselves. My name is unique; My name is faithful; My name is worthy. My name is Appalachia.

TFS equestrian TEAM season recap T

he TFS Pony Team was created two years ago as part of the school’s equestrian program. This team provides a learning experience and is a competitive team that participates in horse shows across the state. This year, the students expanded their competitions to include a Class A Breed Show sponsored by the American Miniature Horse Registry. Students competed in halter and driving classes in addition to hand obstacles and jumping classes. Students are assigned a specific pony to show. The students are responsible for taking care of their ponies by grooming and maintaining their pony’s tack. Dr. Larry A. and Dinah Peevy provide ponies, harnesses and carts as a free lease to the school. Dinah Peevy serves as the director of this program and volunteers her time to work with the students. Justin Holbrook, TFS Farm Manager, and Julia Lauren, community coach, work with this program.

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The TFS Pony Team won multiple ribbons in the Peach State Spring Miniature Horse and Shetland Pony Competition. The nationallyrated competition by the American Shetland Pony and Miniature Pony Associations included four judges evaluating each of the participants independently. Brooke Hayes, driving Willie, had four firstplace finishes in Youth Country Pleasure and four firsts in Miniature Horse Jumping. Kylee Loudermilk won four second-place ribbons in Youth Country Pleasure, two firsts and two seconds in Solid Color Mare Halter, and four seconds in the Country Pleasure Championships. Isabella McClain, handling Patches, placed four second-place in Youth Western Pleasure, two thirds and two fourths in Multicolored Gelding. Victoria VerBerkmoes, handling Chili, set four firsts in Solid Color Gelding Halter, four firsts in Country Halter and four fourths in Hunter Over Fences.

RODEO W

hile many kids her age are involved in mainstream sports or some other typical extracurricular activity, Tallulah Falls School seventhgrader Morgan Ward is wild about rodeo.

Ward, of Alto, has been around horses since before she could walk and has been competing in rodeos since the age of six. The apple, as they say, didn’t fall far from the tree. “I wanted to do Mutton Bustin’ [sheep riding], so that was part of why we started going to rodeos,” says Ward. “My daddy is a cowboy, and he is my biggest inspiration.” Morgan’s father, Tim Ward, grew up riding horses and competing in rodeos for more than a dozen years all across the Southeast, riding bucking horses. He and Morgan ride together often, and he spends his time now hauling the eager cowgirl to rodeos and helping her practice; he loves watching her do something she enjoys so much. “Being a cowboy or cowgirl is more than just being a rodeo competitor,” states Tim Ward. “It’s a way of life in how you live, work and treat others. I’m thrilled she chose to rodeo because of the many life lessons it can give her. I loved the many years I spent being able to rodeo, but it’s nothing compared to watching her do something she loves so much.” Rodeoing requires fine-tuning a craft just like any other athlete has to do for their respective sport. Competition days and leading up need a sacrifice of time, energy and money.

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“Rodeo days are usually long and busy but fun,” says Ward. “We haul two or three horses for my competitions. I compete in barrel racing, pole bending and breakaway roping. The closest we compete is about an hour from home, but we have to travel much farther most of the time. I ride or exercise my horses several days a week and rope a lot as well.” Ward competes in rodeos two or three weekends per month on average, all year long. While perfecting this craft, Ward is simultaneously creating lasting memories. “One of my most special moments would be winning my first saddle,” states Ward. “Winning my first AllAround Champion saddle was the best.” Ward actively serves in the nursery at her church, attends student ministry, and enjoys hunting, fishing, playing, and working on her family’s farm. With the demand of time interwoven into what makes her successful in rodeo competition, mastering time management is crucial for the middle schooler. Ward hopes the passion she has for the rodeo will become a large part of her future. “I love competing in rodeos and would love to one day compete at the NFR (National Finals Rodeo) in Las Vegas,” says Ward.

FINE ARTS

ringing creative energy together to produce something amazing is one hallmark of the Tallulah Falls School experience.

This year, the fine arts program is seeing a renewed focus under the leadership of Performing Arts Director Jonathan Roberts, who is taking on this leadership role and teaching upper school theatre arts. Roberts will oversee and coordinate among the middle and upper schools’ performing arts groups. Roberts brings his wealth of experience in theatrical production to this new role. “This expanded focus will bring an intentional approach to promoting, fostering, nurturing and building our programs,” Roberts said. “Initially, that will include an assessment of existing programs and restructuring for the future in what we can offer at a high level. What I hope will make a big difference is the overall coordination and promotion of all programming.” A progressive approach is to establish a foundation at the middle school and inspiration and then identify, develop and refine talents and skills at the upper school level, Roberts said. “We’ll be trying to figure out how we fit together to help the pieces become a more cohesive program,” he said. The integration of disciplines will add a layer of polish to productions, Roberts said. One new event to kick off the year are (T)he (F)irepit (S)essions. This talent showcase aims to give students, faculty and staff the

opportunity to bring their spark to the stage and a chance to perform in an intimate outdoor performance for and with friends, peers and colleagues. “We envision this as a place where kids display talents and abilities outside of class,” Roberts said. “It’s open to all students as a casual showcase of student flair. Faculty and staff will also be encouraged to try out.” Additionally, the TFS performing arts team will offer a full-length musical in the spring, with the middle school also planning its annual Madrigal performance. Meanwhile, the TFS Players prepared for the annual One-Act competition in October, Roberts said. The middle school will prepare their own theatrical offerings. The school will also offer choral concerts with both middle and high school singers and musicians participating. Roberts said the Evening the Arts and Middle School Arts Expo programs would continue, with both campuses participating in these evening events that display an array of student work and are open to all. Long-term goals, Roberts said, are for students to be ready and confident to continue their creative endeavors at the collegiate level and beyond. “That’s a real measurement for me of how the program is working,” Roberts said. “Everyone can have fun and take part in shows, plays and concerts but how many people will go on to the next level?”

CARRIE LAYER RACHEL LEGRAND

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AND BABY CHARLOTTE

STEPHANIE WITHAM “MS. CAT” SCHAPPACH

UPPER SCHOOL FINE ARTS

MIDDLE SCHOOL FINE ARTS

Francie Keene will join the TFS staff to offer dance classes during the academic day. An introductory dance course will emphasize developing techniques and exploring dance as a fine arts offering. Students will learn basic technical skills needed for several dance disciplines and the history of dance in many cultures. Students will then build upon and explore the elements of dance, with applications directed at movement problem solving, original choreography and increased improvisational skills. In the second semester, students will study various genres to continue developing technical and dance skills. Students will have the opportunity to learn technique, history, criticism, choreography, and further kinesthetic knowledge and achievement.

Theatre Arts teacher Carrie Layer brings her life-long love of singing, dancing and acting, along with her studies at The Boston Conservatory to class as she develops an appreciation for the art of theatre by exploring all of its amazing facets. Layer is serving TFS in her seventh year.

Mary Lauren Keeny leads our music program and assist in the theatre with Roberts. Ms. Keeny has 14 years of experience teaching music to students from kindergarten through 12th grade in various school settings. Her choirs consistently received superior ratings at music festivals working with students in Gastonia, NC and Lincolnton, NC. In addition to teaching general music and chorus, she has collaborated with colleagues on many musical theatre productions such as Godspell, Oliver! and Little Shop of Horrors. She has also directed the music for numerous community theatre productions, including Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Disco Inferno, Hairspray and Altar Boyz.

Rachel LeGrand, a Toccoa Falls “Singing” Eagle, leads middle school music while pursuing her Doctor of Music Education degree. She inspires musicians every day with her choir, ukulele, guitar and general music classes. This is LeGrand’s third year teaching for TFS. Our own Stephanie Witham (‘06), who studied graphic design in Mexico at La Salle Pachuca, is entering her fourth year of teaching for TFS middle school. A specialist in the digital art world, Witham directs and encourages students to express themselves through traditional and electronic media. The middle school’s visual arts guru is “Ms. Cat” Schappach. She carries forward her genuine love for her students and craft into her 16th school year with TFS. An amazing variety of art and a high level of inspired imagination continues to flow out of her classroom to fill every nook and corner of the building for all to admire.

Additionally, long-time art teacher Tina Cheek (‘75) continues to lead the upper school visual arts program. Cheek brings a deep knowledge of many mediums to her classroom experience, with a personal love for pottery evident in her instructional methodology.

FRANCIE KEENE

MARY LAUREN KEENY

JONATHAN ROBERTS

TINA CHEEK

CROSS COUNTRY QUADRATHLON

FS cross country held the 16th annual quadrathlon prior to the start of the 2021 season. The team-building, competitive event consists of kayaking a loop from Tallulah beach around the old railroad trestles and back, swimming in the beach area, biking Terrora Circle, and running an out-andback from the beach to the suspension bridge area for middle school and the entire Shortline Trail for high school. The approximately seven-mile overall route is a longstanding TFS cross country tradition that brings together the team members and their families.

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Senior Evan Prince won for the third year in a row, clocking in with a 50:35 time. Junior Walker Bailey finished second (60:04), while Austin Ball finished third at 63:03. Senior Caroline Ball won the girls division with a time of 62:54. Fellow senior Lucy Alexander finished second (62:55) and Kailyn Neal took the bronze (70:14). Ethan Wheeler and Bentley Huff tied in victory for the middle school boys at 51:46 each, while Charlie Harris came in third. Olivia Henderson was victorious for the girls in 54:59 while Megan Prince followed up with a 59:59. Molly Rickman placed third.

Front Row L-R: Haylen McGugan, Avery Keim, Dalton Blackwell, Ryder Cantrell, Steven Jackson, Thatcher Tatum, Caleb Kelly, Morgan Martin, Josh Lander, Catherine Harris, Molly Rickman, Back Row L-R: Coach Scott Neal, Lizita Miller, Lily Gaglio, Ethan Wheeler, Charlie Harris, Gavin Simmons, Bentley Huff, Gavin Dodd, Zeek Pruitt, Martin Raybon, Jazzy Marshall, Megan Prince, Carsyn Griffis, Sports Medicine Director Lauren Brown. Not Pictured: Olivia Henderson, Coach Susan Nichols, Coach Tamara Griffis

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itting the ground running in 2021, the TFS MS cross country teams were destined for success. This season, nearly every runner achieved new personal bests, and then culminated with Tri-State runner-up finishes and nine individuals running at state.

Miller placed 22nd, Henderson 39th, Griffis 89th, and Keim 90th at the state meet. For the boys, Ethan Wheeler (15th), Gavin Simmons (179th), Charlie Harris (187th), Caleb Kelly (188th), and Morgan Martin (192nd) all qualified and raced at state.

Season highlights included the Lady Indians coming in first at the Kent Kramer Classic. Lizita Miller was one runner who consistently was at the top of the pack, including a firstplace overall finish at the Kent Kramer meet. Olivia Henderson, who was second in that same meet, also was among the team leaders in 2021. Carsyn Griffis, Avery Keim, along with Miller and Henderson, all ran at state.

Others for the boys that consistently ran near the front included Bentley Huff, Ryder Cantrell, Gavin Dodd, and Thatcher Tatum. Several others were key contributors throughout the season, as the boys finished runner-up at the Tri-State Championships and fared well at state.

target on the back is either viewed as a burden, or a privilege. The Tallulah Falls School middle school tennis program, both the boys and girls teams, didn’t let it be a hindrance after entering the fall season as the defending conference champions. The boys went 5-4 overall, taking four out of six conference wins, and completed their 2021 run in the semifinals. The girls, meanwhile, were 7-2 overall and also went 4-2 in conference play. They also advanced to the semifinals. After incredible dominance last season, nearly every singles player on both sides moved to the high school level. The cupboard was far from bare, but new head coach Anthony Cox and assistant coach Jennifer Cox had to quickly acclimate an inexperienced team to the standards of the conference. After dropping two of the first three matches, the girls reeled off five straight wins. They earned a big 4-1 win over Habersham County in the opening round of the tournament after going 5-2 in the regular season. In the semifinals, the Lady

Indians fell 3-0 to Rabun Gap. Kiera Webb anchored the team at #1 singles, going 7-1 overall, while Charlotte Stafford was 7-1 at #2 singles. Madison Phillips was 6-3 at #3 singles. Doubles units included Agnes Hogan and Jessica Cook and Olivia Bonner and Ellie Shaw among others who participated. The boys had a pair of back-to-back wins mixed in, then had a dominating 5-0 win in the first round of the tournament over Macon County. In the semifinals, the Indians fell in a tiebreaker to end their season. Rylee Smith went 5-4 at #1 singles, as did Reilly Cox between #2, #3, and #1 doubles. Derrick Lane was 6-3 in matches played, while Jackson Savage was 7-1. Jack Thomson went 8-1 mostly at doubles, while Walker Wright’s doubles record was 5-3. Jackson Cantrell went 6-2 mostly at #2 singles.

GAME. SET. MATCH.

“We could not be more proud of the efforts of these TFS student athletes,” says coach Cox. “Not only did they excel on the court showing dramatic improvement during the course of the season, but also they did it with integrity and represented TFS well with high levels of character.”

Front row L-R: Jessica Cook, Keira Webb, Charlotte Stafford, Agnes Hogan, Madison Phillips, Elizabeth Stafford, Olivia Bonner, Ellie Shaw, Emma Ivester Back row L-R: Coach Anthony Cox, Rylee Smith, Jack Thomson, Derrick Lane, Jackson Cantrell, Joseph Turney, Christian David, Walker Bochat, Liam Burke, Reilly Cox, Harry Goldfine, Walker Wright, Jackson Savage, Coach Jennifer Cox

MIDDLE SCHOOL TENNIS

Front Row L-R: Jenna Chesser, Zoja Cerovic, Miranda Chapa, Sandra Badia, Jovana Dermanovic. Back Row L-R: Coach Scott Neal, Elisha Boggs, Caroline Ball, Kailyn Neal, Dani Prince, Lucy Alexander, Emma Jackson, Stasa Beratovic, Stephanie Witham, Sports Medicine Director Lauren Brown

VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY O

n a challenging course in Carrollton on Saturday morning of November 6, the TFS cross country teams outperformed their respective predicted finishes at the state meet. Going into the season finale, the girls were picked to finish 18th and the boys 14th among 1A Private schools. Evan Prince paced the Indians with his best finish ever at state, coming in third among 201 runners to propel the boys to a 13th place finish as a team. The girls, led by freshman Josie Chesser’s 49th-place run, also came in 13th. Tallulah Falls cross country made history throughout the season, with nearly every runner on the varsity team surpassing previous personal bests. Several runners like Walker Bailey, Jenna Chesser, Canon Brooks, Miranda Chapa, Caroline Ball, Lucy Alexander, Zhigao Henrry Xiong,

Austin Ball, Kailyn Neal, and Jackson Shadburn - just to name some outside of Prince and Josie Chesser - continued to run at a high level throughout the season. Both teams were able to qualify for the state meet out of Region 8-A Private when placing third at the region meet. Prince was crowned the region champion individually for the second straight time, becoming only the second TFS athlete to win two or more individual cross country region titles. Prince’s finish at state was the 24th best time out of all classifications (1,649 runners), giving him a second straight invite to the Meet of Champions. Alexander competed in her third state meet, becoming the only TFS girl to ever accomplish the feat. The boys qualified for state for a third straight season, while the girls qualified

for the second time ever. Alexander qualified as an individual last season. “This season was much like life itself; plenty of challenges, successes, and memories galore,” states coach Scott Neal. “Significantly increased summer preparation mileage, varied team leadership opportunities, hosting GREAT meets, traditions like the quadrathlon, camping trip, and spaghetti dinner, traipsing diverse trails, and enduring not so common workouts, pool running and grueling cardio, provided a season of significance. Time improvements over last year on the same courses, all the success, and plenty to reminisce about in future decades strengthened the experience of TFS cross country. I was proud of our performance, of our GREAT attitude and representation, and of the growing expectations in the program.”

EVAN PRINCE, SR

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Region 8-A Private Region Champion (2nd straight year) Ranked 3rd in State Meet of Champions (2nd straight year)

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Front Row L-R: Henrry Xiong, Colton Augustine, Jackson Shadburn, Timothy Beck, Clay Kafsky, Jackson Pollock, Austin Ball, Coach Stephanie Witham, Sports Medicine Director Lauren Brown, Back Row L-R: Coach Scott Neal, Coach Elisha Boggs, Yiming Li, Brit Shaw, Jason Bard, Evan Prince, Walker Bailey, Blair Moore, Josh Jackson, Josiah Turney, Zi “Shrek” Wang, Not Pictured: Canon Brooks

ALLIE DALTON

School Record Holder: 46 assists in single-match, 754 single-season assists and 1,533 all time leader in assists

SWEET SIXTEEN

VA R S I T Y L A DY I N D I A N S

t was another ‘Sweet’ season for the Lady Indians, who made plenty of history in a season that culminated in a second straight Sweet 16 run. A tight-knit group of seven seniors set the tone early in the season, as the team’s comradery and chemistry was evident on any given night. That translated to a 2021 season that featured TFS making history. The Lady Indians went 23-12 overall, representing the most wins since 2018. In the process, TFS defeated six top-10 ranked opponents, including a historic win at home over #1-ranked and undefeated Murphy (NC). TFS advanced to a seventh-straight state playoff appearance, securing a fourth consecutive region runner-up finish as well. The region tournament produced one of the team’s top-10 wins over #7-ranked George Walton that locked down a home playoff match. The girls defeated Fellowship Christian in the opening round of state, making the Sweet 16 for the third time in school history and a program record twice in a row. One of the many highs of the season included TFS finishing ninth overall among 75 teams in the Rocky Top Tournament in Tennessee after winning four out of five matches. The Lady Indians also reeled off six straight wins, tying a program record achieved six times in total. Among the records set by the Lady Indians in 2021 included new singlematch records for kills and assists. Junior Sarah Jennings had 28 kills in a match, while senior Allie Dalton recorded 46

assists, as both set new school records. Dalton also set a new school record for single-season assists with 754, topping the previous mark of 539. In the process, she became the school’s alltime leader with 1,533 assists, breaking the record during the first set of the opening round of the state tournament. Jennings surpassed 500 career kills, and now has 668 heading into her senior season and has the record of 852 in sight. She had 316 kills (2nd most in a single season) and 333 digs (5th), and 78 aces (3rd) in what became one of the top individual seasons in TFS history. Jennings sits second in kills all-time, fourth in digs, and fifth in aces all-time. Along with Jennings and Dalton, seniors Barrett Whitener (captain), Alba Romanos Gracia, Evette Corwin, Nancy Fisher, and juniors Addy McCoy and Kitty Rodenas to name a few, were among the standout players for TFS. Tallulah Falls was well-represented in All-Region awards, as Jennings was 1st Team All-Region for the second straight season. Dalton and Whitener earned 2nd Team All-Region recognition, while Corwin was named All-Region Honorable Mention. Coach Matt Heyl’s 23 wins runs his current record to 95-65 heading into next season, where he needs just five to reach 100 and is six shy of becoming TFS’ winningest volleyball coach.

(L-R): Emily Church, Sarah Jennings, Kitty Rodenas, Marissa Gergeni, Layne Kafsky, Barrett Whitener, Nancy Fisher, Alba Romanos Gracia, Addy McCoy, Chloe Kahwach, Allie Dalton, Julianne Shirley, Evette Corwin

CYCLING CHALLENGE BREAKS RECORDS “Enjoyed being a part of a community -- TFS, TFC, cycling community, and reconnecting with people” “Excellent ride!” “Love the cheering kids at the end! Helped me up that final hill.”

“Beautiful curved lakeside roads and vertical ascent.”

ct. 23, 2021 was a record-breaking day at Tallulah Falls School.

gorgeous scenery. I’m already looking forward to number eight!”

A brilliant blue October sky greeted more than 175 riders at the seventh annual Twin Rivers Challenge, a cycling event to benefit student scholarships.

Fundraising totals with the leadership of ride committee co-chair and TFS Board of Trustees member Judy Forbes also surpassed previous events. The Twin Rivers Challenge Scholarship Committee is composed of parents, grandparents, alumni parents and TFS staff.

Glowing comments from participants echoed previous years regarding logistics, scenery and the post-ride meal but the stellar fall weather was the true star as rain has been a limiting factor for the past several years. “Lucky number seven,” said ride committee co-chair Joey Brown, who once again provided key planning support. “Blue skies, light winds, and beautiful fall colors made for a perfect day for the annual Twin Rivers Challenge.

“We were blessed with glorious weather and leaf color for this year’s ride. Our rider number increased, and our students will continue to benefit from the generosity of our sponsors,” Forbes said. “Everyone was a winner! Many thanks to our hard-working committee, presenting sponsor Ron Cantrell Construction, Inc. and meal sponsor Springer Mountain Farms.”

A record number of riders enjoyed a perfect day and

Riders could select from three routes – 33, 46 or 70 miles, with all rides

starting and ending on campus. Registration included a post-ride meal for all riders. The Tallulah Falls Opry played bluegrass for several hours, adding to the upbeat atmosphere for the fellowship that is always a hit with participants. “With 150-plus companies, organizations and individuals delivering a substantial boost to the scholarship fund, the event was an outstanding success,” said President and Head of School Larry A. Peevy. “It was simply a stellar day all around.” The school coordinates closely with area public safety agencies to ensure a safe event, Peevy added. The eighth annual Twin Rivers Challenge is set for Oct. 22, 2022. For more information, visit www. tallulahfalls.org/TRC.

A student art contest sparked creativity for the chance to be featured on the 2021 Twin Rivers Challenge T-shirt. Tallulah Falls School senior Sophie Herrera of Mt. Airy created the winning artwork, depicting the scenic beauty of Northeast Georgia. “We are excited to once again feature student artwork on the ride T-shirt,” said Executive Director for Advancement Sonya Smith. “Showcasing our students’ talent is the perfect way to remind the community of the reason for the event.”

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VOLLEYBALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Front Row (L-R):

Ryleigh Wilson Margo Morris Shelby Whisnant Rebecca Heyl Kaylin Pickett Bella Hulsey

Back Row (L-R):

Keely Franks Kate Gary Madi Williams Sarah Lundy Coach Tim Corbett Coach Hannah Satterfield LB Kafsky Caylin Tucker Isla Wagner Finlee Ridlehoover Not Pictured:

Courtney Bard

t was a season that won’t soon be forgotten for the TFS MS Lady Indians. Both the A- and B- teams excelled despite being young and inexperienced for the most part. The A-Team posted a 12-5 overall record and finished third in the conference tournament, while the B-Team went 4-3-3 overall. The A-Team, coached by Tim Corbett, got off to an excellent start, going 10-2 overall and 7-0 in conference play after a road win at Franklin County on September 13. To that point, the A-Team had reeled off six straight victories. The B-Team, coached by Hannah Satterfield, improved with each passing match. After opening the season 2-0, the girls went nearly a month between wins. The Lady Indians rallied to go 2-1 in the final three matches. The A-Team advanced to the tournament as the fourth seed after dropping three straight conference matches. However, once in the tournament, the girls upped their play with a 2-1 opening win over Hart. After a loss to Jefferson, who went on to win the tournament, the Lady Indians won a 2-1 thriller over Franklin in the consolation match to claim the third-place finish.

(L-R): MGR Susie Sun,MGR ChiChi Nwachukwu,Kyndal Anderson, Elsa Sanchez, Reese Wilson, Skylyn Yaskiewicz, Claire Kelly,

Ashlyn Yaskiewicz, Sophia Rueda, Julia Smith, Chesney Tanksley, MGR Linda Wang, Coach Danielle Smith

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VOLLEYBALL

UPPER SCHOOL

he C-Team, coached by Jo Kimbrel, went 4-8 overall on the season. The Lady Indians’ third team was comprised largely of freshmen and a few sophomores. Many of the girls had not played organized volleyball before, or played very little. The improvement throughout the season was noticeable, and players like Karagan Branson, Gemma Farris, Jace Ibemere, and Rebecca Heyworth were among those that led the team. Others who were instrumental in the growth of the team in 2021 include Jaylan and Josie Garrison, Allie Phasavang, Caroline Smith, Julia Smith, and Lizzy Wanner.

Front Row (L-R): Allie Phasavang, Karagan Branson, Julia Smith Back Row (L-R): MGR Linda Wang, Jaylan Garrison, Caroline Smith,Coach Jo Kimbrel, Jace Ibemere, Josie Garrison, MGR Lois Ibeh Not Pictured: Gemma Farris, Rebecca Heyworth, Lizzy Wanner

he JV team, coached by Danielle Smith, put an exclamation point on the end of their season with a pair of straight-set wins in a trimatch at George Walton Academy on October 6. The girls seemed to be playing their best as the season neared its end. The JV Lady Indians went 17-10 overall and 4-2 in area play. Players such as Chesney Tanksley, Sophia Rueda, Kyndal Anderson, and Ashyln and Skylyn Yaskiewicz, among others, contributed heavily to the success of the team. Others who displayed their skills on JV included Claire Kelly, Elsa Sanchez, Julia Smith, and Reese Wilson. “Very proud of the girls this season,” says Smith. “We grew a lot, had some struggles, and improved tremendously throughout the season.”

ONE ACT

Miss Beth

or three nights only, Oct. 28, 29 and 30 in the Gertrude Long Harris Theatre at Tallulah Falls School, the TFS Players delivered lively performances in Miss Beth, a short, dark comedy with a passing resemblance to a certain, unspeakable Shakespearean play, by Don Zolidis. Miss Beth was prepared for production by the Upper School’s Theatre Arts classes as an entry into this year’s GHSA Regional One-Act competition.

The 41-member team was challenged with incorporating and adapting to double casting of most roles and personnel changes with each show, according to Director Jonathan Roberts. “That’s a real higher-level task and focus required ... with sporadic and limited rehearsals for interchanging main characters,” Roberts said. “I decided to pursue the show in that way in order to give more students the opportunity to take part in the process since I had so very many to engage. It meant the students would have to be mature, patient, practical and gracious. This was a true test of our mettle.”

Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. Cast and crew list:

ELLENOIR ADAMS (Tasha) ANNA-REESE AKERS (Jess/Ensemble) PIPER ALLEN (Beth’s Mom) CLAIRE BELLAMY (Stage Crew) REAGAN BRODE (Production Stage Manager) ZOJA CEROVIC (Beth’s Mom) JOVANA DERMANOVIC (Ensemble) JASON DONG (Stage Crew) HERON EATON (Tech Crew) CHLOE ERWIN (Marta/Ensemble) LILLY KATE FARRAR (Beth) AVA HAMON (Blimunda) SAVANNAH HARRIS (Samantha) AMY HENRIQUES (Coach Tessa) REBECCA HEYWORTH (Assistant Stage Manager) FLANNERY HOGAN (Samantha) JACE’ IBEMERE (Jess) ANNABELLE JACKSON (Stage Crew) JOSHUA JACKSON (Kurt) ADAM KENNEDY (Tech Crew) CINDY NWOGU (Stage Crew)

SENIORS EMBRACE

‘AnythDingAY but a Backpak’ AT T F S On Oct. 22, members of the Tallulah Falls School Class of 2022 were invited to bring books and supplies to school in ‘anything but a backpack.’ Creativity abounded with a plethora of options on display throughout the day.

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BENJAMIN OKORONKWO (Carvaggio) GRAYSON PENLAND (Tech Crew) ZEKE PHILLIPS (Lackey) MADISON PERDUE (Coach Tessa) JESSE REAMES (Set Construction) GEORGIANNA SHANKS (Carvaggio) NIKOL SHCHURIKOVA (Blimunda) ANNA SIEBERT (Stage Crew) EMMET SIMS (Ensemble) SKYLAR SPIVEY (Kurt) GRACE STOUT (Costume Design) CHESNEY TANKSLEY (Neela) NINEL TARASOVA (Stage Crew) RYLEE VANDIVER (Assistant Stage Manager) LINDA WANG (Neela) LIZZY WANNER (Marta) AVA WEHRSTEIN (Brittany) ERIKA WIESE (Beth) JACK WIESE (Tech Crew) DAVID YATES (Costume Design)

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TFS Magazine - Fall 2021

Articles inside

Upper School One Act

FY21 Donor Listing

Middle School, JV and C Team Volleyball

Varsity Volleyball

Varsity Cross Country

TFS Foxfire Fellows

Rodeo Bound Morgan Ward

TFS Pony Team

Fine Arts Spotlight

Middle School Tennis

Staff Spotlight Katie Ralston

Autumn Semi-Formal

Synchronized Swimming

Staff Spotlight Tricia Anderson

Welcome Back Class of 2022

TFS Christmas Card Winners

Student Leadership at TFS

Uchee Lodge Makeover

TFS Alumni Spotlight