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February 2013 Volume 31 Number 5
A news publication of The Lovett School
our defining decade
dinner DRINKS
dancing Lovett
Along the riverbank! Save the Date
Fonzworth Bentley Our Defining Decade:
Black History Month Lovett is pleased to welcome Fonzworth Bentley to its Black History Month Program on Monday, February 25, at 7:00 pm in the Hendrix-Chenault Theater. A reception
In the history of every great school, there are times when vision, leadership, community, and generosity come together to transform an institution. this is lovett’s time. this is our defining decade.
Saturday evening March 16, 2013 The Lovett School
in the Lovett Galleria will follow, also in celebration of Unity and Heritage XII: A Tribute to Famous Leaders and Unsung Heroes, Lovett’s annual art exhibition. Named by GQ magazine as the First Gentleman of
Adult Education at Lovett Albert Einstein said, “Learning is not a product of
Hip Hop, Fonzworth Bentley, born Derek Watkins, is an
schooling, but the lifelong attempt to acquire it.” In
artist and pop culture style icon. From Atlanta, Bentley
March and April, Adult Education at Lovett will offer
is an accomplished violinist and earned a biology
several opportunities to continue lifelong learning.
degree from Morehouse College. He was recruited
The program, which began in 2009, will feature
by Ralph Lauren and moved to New York to pursue his entertainment dream. He has worked alongside top luminaries Russell Simmons, Sean Combs, Andre
parents to faculty and friends in the community. “The Adult Education program is entering its fourth
Harrell, and Kanye West. As author of New York Times
year, and it has continued to grow and evolve,” said
best-selling self-help book Advance Your Swagger: How to
Cynthia Coleman, director of summer camps and adult
, Bentley
education. “This spring, beloved members of the Lovett
has achieved worldwide acclaim. This artist, author,
family will teach four evening classes, and we have an
actor, producer, and entrepreneur will continue to shape
exciting new offering that will take us off of Lovett’s
the world with his mission to educate and inspire others
campus.” In the height of the daffodil season, Penny Peebles will host a road trip to the newly opened Gibbs Gardens
Run ’n Lovett, the 22nd Celebration! The Alumni Association looks forward to its 22nd Annual Run ’n Lovett road race on Saturday, April 20. The 2K race will begin at 8:00 am, and the 5K race will begin at 9:00 am. The races have been a great success through the years—contributing to The Lovett School endowment, as well as to community causes, such as Breakthrough Atlanta, Canine Assistants, and Inner Harbor for Children and Families. In addition, Run ‘n Lovett has helped increase the endowed Alumni Reunion Scholarship by more than $530,000. Sponsorships from alumni, parents, and local businesses make possible the remarkable growth of the event. More than 400 students and families participated last year. The Lovett Alumni Association thanks all of its donors and volunteers who support Run ’n Lovett.
in Ball Ground, Ga. The group will explore some of the
Atlanta and the American Civil War— Richard Hall, Ph.D. Mondays, March 11, 18, and 25 6:00–7:30 pm Ceramics—Tom Zwierlein Tuesdays, March 12, 19, 26, and April 2 6:00–7:30 pm Road Trip to Gibbs Gardens—Penny Peebles Wednesday, March 13 8:30 am–2:00 pm The Emergence of Classicism—Jordan Clark Tuesdays, April 9 and 16 6:00–7:30 pm Macbeth’s Influence on Lincoln’s Politics— Billy Peebles and Walter DuPre Wednesdays, April 17 and 24 6:00–7:30 pm
16 gardens, including the three feature gardens—Manor House, Japanese, and Waterlily Gardens—and enjoy lunch at the Arbor Cafe. Headmaster Billy Peebles, along with fellow scholar Walter DuPre, continues his popular series on Abraham Shakespeare’s
.
Also returning to teach in the Adult Education program are former Lovett faculty members Richard Hall and Jordan Clark. On the sesquicentennial of the Civil War, Dr. Hall examines Atlanta’s unique story as part of the cataclysm of the Civil War, incorporating music, art, and poetry to help capture the experience. Clark, who has taught in the Adult Education program since its inception, will discuss the “Emergence of Classicism.” Focusing on the 5th century BCE Athens, Clark will utilize surviving art and architectural references of the period to consider how ancient Greek classicism provides the foundation for American culture. And back by popular demand is Ceramics, a four-week series taught by Fine Arts instructor Tom Zwierlein, where participants will throw on a pottery wheel. to register, please visit <www.lovett.org/adulteducation>.
If you wish to sponsor the race, please contact alumni
2013–14 Key Dates
association president Fran Tidwell ’87, sponsorship chair
First Day of School: August 13, 2013
Faculty Work Day: March 7, 2014
Kurt Hohlstein ’76, or any other member of the Alumni
Fall Holiday: October 14, 2013
Spring Break: March 10–14, 2014
Executive Board, which is listed at <www.lovett.org/
Teacher Work Day: October 15, 2013
Easter Holiday: April 18–21, 2014
Thanksgiving Holiday: November 27–29, 2013 (404) 262-3032, ext. 1208 or 1213. Race forms will be
Winter Break: December 23, 2013–January 6, 2014
Graduation: May 18, 2014 Last Day of Classes: May 23, 2014
online by the middle of March. Classes Resume: January 7, 2014