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Vermont Academy
Life
Our Magical Time
Vermont Academy BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Michael A. Choukas ’73, P ’94, Chairman Ret. Col. Richard I. Stark Jr. ’74, Vice-Chairman Donald G. McInnes ’59, Secretary Casey Cota ’89, P ’14, ’18 Treasurer Jose Barreiro P ’14, ’16 Corina Belle-Isle ’80 Thomas Capasse P ’16 Carrie Dunn ’91 Jamison Gagnier ’90 David Holton ’68 Reverend Peter Howe P ’07, ’10 Jennifer Jury P ’14, ’18 Steven E. Karol ’72, Former Chairman Timothy Lord ’69, P ’05, ’10 David E. Robinson ’77 Lee Ryder ’90 Mark Smith ’87 S. Tylor Tregellas Andrew Ward ’93 Melissa Wing P ’16, ’17
Editor’s note DEAR VERMONT ACADEMY COMMUNITY,
Hello from all of us in Saxtons River to all of you around the world! In many ways, I mark my seasons through publishing Vermont Academy Life. A colleague once described the magazine as the chronicle of our history—and I suppose that’s true.
TRUSTEES EMERITI
Robert M. Campbell ’37, P ’65, ’68, ’70 (2), ’80, ’82 W. Gene Hays Jr. ’55 Hugh Pearson ’54
Twice a year I have the privilege of exploring what makes our school so special and loved through a chosen lens for the magazine. I talk to students, faculty, parents, and alumni about our experience and
HE ADMASTER EMERITUS | Michael Choukas Jr. ’46, P ’73
programs here, and this reflection stirs our senses: how the late
INTERIM HE AD OF SCHOOL | Stanley A. Colla Jr.
October leaves smell musty sweet when they crunch beneath our feet,
EDITOR | Jennifer Jones P ’15, ’18
can’t, how the kaleidoscope brilliance of our Vermont stars leave us
CL ASS NOTES EDITOR | April Worden PROOFR E ADER | Tara Poitras DESIGNER | Jennifer Fleischmann PHOTOGR APHY | FJ Gaylor Photography, Liz Olmsted P ’15,
Cynthia Murphy, Lisa McNealus ’79, P ’14, and Jon Edwards Vermont Academy Life is published twice a year by Vermont Academy, Saxtons River, VT. The magazine reserves the right to edit all material that it accepts for publication. 802-869-6200 | V ER MONTACADEMY.ORG
how our muscles twitch when we power up that last rep we think we breathless, and how the rush of our mingled voices dreaming out loud, cheering one another, or simply saying “thank you” sweep across Long Walk and cloak us in the magical feeling that is Vermont Academy. Through Vermont Academy Life, we bring you stories and images of our best work and special memories, and they take their rightful place in our history. As a mom of a junior, I can confirm that time is, indeed, flying. This fall, I listened to alumni reflect on how fifty years passed “like it was yesterday.” Time moves so very quickly. Let us pay attention and hold tight to now—these moments and days in our lives and at Vermont Academy that are truly our magical time. My best wishes,
JENN IFER JONES Director of Marketing and Communications Education for Life —One Student at a Time
Our Mission By providing a supportive community and close, personal attention to its students, Vermont Academy develops confident, active learners and respectful citizens.
Refer a student to Vermont Academy vermontacademy.org/inquire admissions@vermontacademy.org
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Faculty Profile
They Win
Contents 2
Head of School’s Letter
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On the Hilltop—A Fabulous Fall
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Diary from the Head Of The Charles
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All the Buzz at Vermont Academy
11 Written Acquaintances by Maureen Hughes ’19
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Annual Report
12 Girls’ Varsity Soccer Wins Championship 14 Emily-Viktoria Appeltova ’19—How’d You Get Here? 16 2016 Reunion Highlights 20 Juniors and Seniors Listen Up
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22 Azerbaijan—Living Well and Completely 24 Faculty Profile: Thom Collins 28 Students Reflect on Their “Ah ha” Moments in China 30 Wildcat Profile: Chanapat “Arm” Temsartis ’17 32 Wildcats: We Want to Know! 34 The Sabin Award—2017 Call for Nominations 35 Annual Report 49 In Memoriam
Your generosity to the annual fund enriches our lives in so many ways.
55 Class Notes We want to hear from you! Email feedback to valife@vermontacademy.org
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On that first day, take a deep breath and know that you’re at the start of something magical. — NEVADA MCOWEN ’15
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H E A D O F S C H O O L’ S L E T T E R
A Magical Time D E A R V E R M O N T AC A D EM Y FA M I LY,
Being back at Vermont Academy has given me an unusual opportunity to appreciate the essence of what takes place here. As you might expect, our days are filled with classes, games, weekend trips, and the routines of life in a boarding school. We celebrated Reunion and Parents’ Weekend in September and October—again part of the rhythm of the opening of school.
These specific events, so familiar to those of us in education, are warmly reassuring. Because of that, however, we risk taking the whole of the experience for granted. I have had the opportunity recently to step back and “see the forest for the trees,” and it is breathtaking. Three events converged to highlight the power of this time in the lives of our students. Let me share them with you, not quite in chronological order. Just before Reunion Weekend, I was informed of the death of an old friend. My relationship with Dick went back 58 years to when we met in the “Third Form” at prep school outside of Boston. Over the years, we had gone to school, worked in education, raised families, and grown into men, as we became fast friends. In a most visceral way, he was my connection to being a boy; we had shared a common history for a lifetime. In the days since his death, I have reflected on just how special this relationship has been to me. Now, I smile at the thought that this is beginning to happen for our students every day on our campus. In August, Vermont Academy lost an alumnus who gave his life in service to his country. Justin Beebe, Class of 2009, was killed while fighting the Strawberry Fire in Great Basin National Park. Justin had pursued a career in forest firefighting because he wanted to make a difference. Although early in his career, Justin was a skilled firefighter whose teammates on the Lolo Hot Shot Crew spoke glowingly of his talent for this important work. Justin came to Vermont Academy as a postgraduate student; in one year, he won the hearts of our entire community with his infectious authenticity. 2 | FA L L / W I N T E R 2 017
Over 1,000 people turned out for Justin’s memorial service in Bellows Falls, including many who knew him here. It was a remarkable testament to a boy who had grown into a man right before our very eyes. Read a tribute to Justin on page 50. Finally, we celebrated Reunion Weekend by honoring the 50th Reunion Class of 1966 and other returning alumni who enjoyed catching up with one another in the beautiful Vermont environs of early fall. They regaled each other with stories of their time on campus, commented on the contrasts between then and now, and tested their memories regarding the words to the “Vermont Evening Song.” Much as I had been doing recently, they were basking in that shared history that is the Vermont Academy experience, one that holds meaning for a lifetime—whether short or long. What happens here at Vermont Academy day in and day out is quite intentional; our faculty are both dedicated and skilled, and the results of their work is manifested in the pathways to success that our graduates take after they leave. But when you step back from the daily details, the magical time in our students’ lives is on display with remarkable clarity. I invite you to come back and see it for yourself. Isn’t it time you did?
“ But when you step back from the daily details, the magical time in our students’ lives is on display with remarkable clarity.”
P.S. As you think about what the Vermont Academy experience has meant in your life, please carry the tradition forward by making a gift to The Fund for Vermont Academy. Throughout this issue, you’ll see notes of gratitude from our community regarding some of the ways your support helps us explore, aspire, and achieve our personal bests.
Tha n you k !
Thank you. S TA N C OL L A
Interim Head of School V E R M O N T AC A DE M Y | 3
Mountain Day
ON THE HILLTOP—A FABULOUS FALL BY LIZ OLMSTED, DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
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Convocation
Mountain Day
Once Upon A Mattress
Pumpkin Run 5K
Convocation | Marking the official beginning of school, our community gathered in the Horowitz Performing Arts Center for the opening of our 140th year. Interim Head of School Stan Colla encouraged all of us to take advantage of this Vermont Academy experience and, together, begin the work we have to do. The event brought tradition with the signing of the honor code by our new students, as well as a celebration for the students who earned our highest academic awards. Class of 1892 Award: Francis “Mackey” O’Keefe ’17 Harvard Book Prize: Guy Piccolo ’17 UVM Green and Gold Scholarship: Elizabeth Adams ’17 Wildcat Games | In this 6th Wildcat Games, the Class of 2017 made history by repeating their victory from the 2015 games! This fun interclass competition gathers the community to compete in contests from trivia and singing the Vermont Academy Evening Song to the newest game entry of hungry hippos. The class enthusiasm and camaraderie the games provide permeates the fall. Mountain Day | As fall descended and set campus ablaze with red, orange, and gold, talk of Mountain Day filled the air. For more than half a century, this tradition has punctuated fall at Vermont Academy. Just mention Mountain Day to our alumni and stories pour forth about this beloved tradition. Seniors who have been at VA for all four years have the honor of announcing this day, gathering to ring the bell as they
parade through campus. As a community, we ventured to Townshend Dam Recreation Area for a day of canoeing, hiking, lunch, games, and just enjoying each other and the break from class routine. Pumpkin Run 5K | This year marked the 7th year of our Pumpkin Run 5K run or walk. Not only does it provide another opportunity for our community to come together, but it also serves to support Our Place, the local food pantry and drop-in center in Bellows Falls, VT. The entry fee for the race is at least one non-perishable food item. This year’s faculty winner was Coach Rich Connell with a time of 19:02, followed closely by student winner Liam Stewart ’18, who clocked in at 19:36. In addition to the fastest times winning a coveted pumpkin pie, 35 additional pies were awarded for age group placement and spirit. Live in Five, Cabaret, and Once Upon A Mattress | Vermont Academy Performing Arts continues to delight our community throughout the fall. Our weekly Community Meeting has a “Live in Five” feature, which is open to any community member who would like to share their talents on the stage of the Nita Choukas Theater. From student created videos and freestyle raps to student bands, we’ve been treated to some amazing performances this fall. Cabaret during Parents’ Weekend provides another opportunity to showcase these talented performers, as well as our vocal, jazz, and chamber ensembles. Our fall musical production of Once Upon A Mattress brought many first time thespians to the stage; they enchanted the audience. Bravo and brava to all of our performers.
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Coxswain – Lizzy Adams ’17
2-seat port – Dariel Echanis ’18
1-seat bow – Maggie Adams ’20
3-seat starboard – Ava Hill ’18
Diary from the Head Of The Charles BY AVA HILL ’18, 3-SEAT STARBOARD ROWER
Since its origin in 1965, the Head Of The Charles® Regatta (HOCR) has welcomed the world’s best crew teams to the banks of the Charles River for the ultimate two-day rowing competition. The annual race attracts close to 400,000 spectators and 11,000 competitors. On October 21, 2016, Vermont Academy was very proud to wish 2 coaches, 4 rowers, and 1 coxswain good luck as they journeyed to Boston to participate in the 52nd Head Of The Charles.
We did the absolute best we could. I am so proud of all the girls in my boat and myself. It was an amazing weekend that I will never forget. — AVA HILL ’18
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Saturday, October 22 – Cheering on our coaches! We woke up around 8 a.m. and got ready. We went to the Brooks Brothers sponsor tent and got some shirts and a lot of stickers from the other tents set up along the river. From one of the bridges overlooking the course, we cheered on Coach Baldvins and VA’s new boys’ assistant coach Rich Connell. Both of them had qualified for the HOCR in their own divisions! It started to pour so we got some lunch and met back up with Coach Collins. We talked about what we needed to do the next day. Our 5K race had 85 boats in it. To qualify for next year’s HOCR, we had to get 42nd place. Watching all of the races got us really excited and nervous for the next day. We went out to dinner and discussed the possibility of really strong wind. We couldn’t let it get in the way. After dinner, Coaches Collins and Baldvins surprised us by bringing us to Ben and Jerry’s. We got back to the hotel early and prepared for the race. It was finally almost time.
4-seat stroke – Allegra Wu ’17
Put everything you have learned this season out on the water. By the time you cross the finish line, know that you have absolutely nothing left in the tank. — A SSISTANT COACH SAR A BALDVINS
to her girls’ 1V boat prior to the race
Friday, October 21 – To the Charles! Our adventure started with an early breakfast in Shep, and then we hopped a van with head coach Thom Collins and girls’ assistant coach Sara Baldvins. We got to Boston and walked around the Charles, had lunch, and bought some HOCR merchandise. During the practice row, we felt really good and powerful— confident. After storing our boat for the night, we explored Boston. We shopped, walked around, and went to dinner. Everyone got a lot of delicious pasta. After a long day, we checked into our hotel. We were feeling quite small. There were too many people and moments to take in. We were participating in the largest regatta in the world. I asked Coach Baldvins what she hoped for our race on Sunday. “Put everything you have learned this season out on the water. By the time you cross the finish line, know that you have absolutely nothing left in the tank.”
Sunday, October 23 – Race day! We headed out at 6:30 a.m. Coaches Collins and Baldvins let us know that we were loved and supported by them and the VA community. A VA fan bus arrived at 8:00 a.m. It meant so much to us that everyone made the trip. Once we rowed to the start, the water was very choppy. It was freezing and windy, and waves were coming into the bow. We just had to get through it. The race started! Once we passed under the first bridge, we made a move on a boat and passed them. Soon after, a different boat passed us. With every stroke, we had to pull our absolute hardest to make the boat move. When we got to other bridges, Lizzy commanded the starboards or ports to power up. We could hear people shouting “Go VA!” from the bridge. We were feeling good until we got close to the finish. The wind picked up a lot. We almost couldn’t send the boat forward because it was so strong. When we crossed the finish, we were so happy that we made it. Coaches Collins and Baldvins got us together and told us we were 68th out of 85. It wasn’t what we wanted, but they said we did amazing in the race. They were proud of everything we accomplished and proved on the water. V E R M O N T AC A DE M Y | 7
All the
BUZZ at Vermont Academy
NINTH GRADERS GET A TASTE OF THE SWEET LIFE WITH BEEKEEPER DAVID PRIDE When ninth graders were asked to read The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, little did they know they’d also be writing a process analysis piece on beekeeping! First step? Field research with local beekeeper David Pride of course. The cross-curricular project was designed for students to combine literature with writing about a process, as well as ecosystems at work. English and field biology classes visited Mr. Pride’s home in neighboring Grafton, where he has two large hives.
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Pride began his journey with bees two years ago when he noticed that there weren’t many bees pollinating his vegetables. Bigger picture, he wanted to help bees, which are being negatively affected by increased use of pesticides. “In the last several years, I’ve become increasingly aware of where our food comes from. My spouse Thom and I began to raise meat birds, vegetable and flower gardens. I became aware of a lack of pollinators for my plants and learned more about the plight of bees. A friend promised raising bees wasn’t difficult or time intensive, but I wanted the path of least resistance. I just wanted bees! ‘No!’ she said, ‘You really need to understand how this works.’ She was so right, and I’m thankful I decided to give it a try. I always learn something when I watch bees. There are a thousand ways to work with them, and each hive has its own personality. I used to be more afraid of them, but I understand now how they behave and how I need to interact with them. The key to working with bees is that you have to be diligent and focused, yet relaxed at the same time. You have to work at the proper pace—it’s Zen-like really. After two years, I’ve already seen the benefit to our gardens. It’s amazing. This is also the first year that I haven’t suffered from allergies.
“ The biology class at Vermont Academy is about engaging with and learning about the flora and fauna of our local landscape, including the honeybee. With a visit to Mr. Pride’s honeybee hives, students had a chance to engage with the bees in so many ways: seeing the inside of the active hive, smelling the smoke that was used to distract the bees from the keeper, and tasting the honey. Some students even had a bee or two land on them! Pairing classroom honeybee studies with real life sensory engagement with the hive created a connection that students will remember.” — NATE WILLIAMS,
science teacher
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I attribute it to religiously taking a tablespoon of honey each day. Raising bees has also brought about an amazing connection to my past. One day, I suddenly remembered that my grandfather and great grandfather raised bees—I had completely forgotten. Raising bees makes me more aware of my surroundings—and my life around me. Next year, I hope to start new hives, and I’m inviting VA students to come back and take part!”
TOP 10 BUZZ ON BEES 1 Don’t eat a banana beforehand—the
aroma through your skin attracts bees
2 Bees only lose their stingers when they sting humans
3 Female bees live for approximately 40 days
4 Male bees are swept out of the hive after mating
5 Bees travel within a 6-mile radius of their hive
6 During the winter, bees form a ball
within the hive and protect the queen, generating heat and surviving on stored honey
“ I enjoyed watching Mr. Pride take care of the bees and learned so much. I saw how a hive works inside and how to smoke a hive in case a contaminant like insects get inside. Bees have feelings, and they all work together toward a goal as a community. Even though their lives are short, they have a lot of meaning. Beekeepers take care of them, and they take care of us. By the end of the visit, I realized that I didn’t feel as afraid of bees as I was before.” — COREY DUNN ’20
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7 Female bees change their roles during their life, caring for the hive and cleaning young in the beginning and foraging for food in their final days
8 Bees are exceptionally clean and
encapsulate any debris or small rodents they can’t sweep from the hive in wax
9 Bees recognize other bees that don’t belong to their hive
10 One must be diligent and focused when working with bees, yet, relaxed—you have to work in the proper pace
Written Acquaintances BY MAUREEN HUGHES ’19
“ Writing has always been a passion of mine, an outlet for my overactive imagination. It allows me to bring my thoughts to life and create worlds that I want to live in. I am currently working on a novel that has been in progress for several years; I hope to have it published in the future. I plan to study creative writing and advertising in college.” Maureen is already being recognized as a writing force. As a ninth grader, she won several categories in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and was accepted to the Vermont Governor’s Institute for Young Writers.
Just give me one second. One minute of 525,600—a second to a year A fraction of a lifetime. To introduce myself, Though my name is far from necessary. I am an interchangeable part of the 8 billion And the world moves on from us quickly. If we ever meet or have met It is a miracle, meticulously chosen by the universe A meeting that the odds are against. Have our eyes met? Have we exchanged a smile? It is true you will not remember me These easily forgotten words written sloppily in verse mean little It is true: maybe the universe did not bother with introductions this time But here I am. Even if our lives never cross paths, they have touched Even for a brief moment. The world will keep turning, The sun will continue to glow, And life will help us forget those Who turned right while we went left. And we remember those who so long eluded our brains The universe will pause. And smile. And think to itself Isn’t it a wonder? That a life so quick, so fragile Why, it too gives us background noise We cannot meet everyone, do everything, be everything, see everything, We are the background noise, my friends So let us be brilliant. If we cannot speak, then for God’s sake, let our words turn to music Let our words become songs and let those who hear them Dance.
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THEY
WIN! CONGRATULATIONS TO GIRLS’ VARSITY SOCCER— CLASS D CHAMPIONS BY COACH ABBEY EDWARDS
The road to the playoffs and, ultimately, the championship, took incredible focus, perseverance, and hard work during every practice and every game for three months.
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The long road to the playoffs With almost the entire 2015 New England Class D semifinalist team returning this past fall, the girls’ varsity soccer team started the season with one goal in mind—winning the NEPSAC Class D Championship. The road to the playoffs and, ultimately, the championship, took incredible focus, perseverance, and hard work during every practice and every game for three months. Throughout the season, we did not talk about the playoffs. Instead, we took a one-game-at-a-time approach in a very tough schedule. Many of our opponents are Class C, B, and A schools, providing few opportunities for “easy” victories. The 11–4–4 record we posted was Vermont Academy’s best in years. In fact, finishing third in Lakes Region play might be more impressive than winning the NEPSAC Championship. The team tallied clutch wins against Holderness, Proctor, and Northfield Mount Hermon—victories not seen in as many as twenty years. We also battled for ties against Proctor early in the season before defeating them a couple of weeks later, New Hampton, Deerfield Academy, and Lakes Region powerhouse Kimball Union Academy. These wins were achieved because the athletes pushed themselves, and each other, every day. Led in the midfield by Chloe Aurard ’17 and Cara Linder ’17, the girls developed a quick and accurate passing game that helped us maintain possession of the ball. Up front, the speed of Allie Buckley ’18, Gwen Coger ’19, and Leandra Echi ’17 provided us with scoring opportunities. However, as the saying goes, “offense wins games— defense wins championships.” Vermont Academy’s defense and goalkeeper were the team’s backbone. Our defensive unit comprised of Lotti Odnoga ’18, Anais Aurard ’17, Ani Kapral ’19, Katy Brennan ’17, Ally Erunski ’18, and goalkeeper Riley McIntosh ’17, thwarted offensive threats and only allowed 16 goals the entire season. For a 19 game season, that’s truly amazing! Additionally, the Wildcats did not allow one goal throughout the playoffs.
The turning point The season’s turning point came on October 21 when we traveled to Holderness to meet Class D rival Hebron Academy. It was a cold, rainy day. After establishing a 2–0 lead, our team broke down. Instead of playing to win, the girls played not to lose. Hebron capitalized and ultimately won 4–2. After a long bus ride home and a tough practice the next day, we vowed never to let that happen again. When we saw the playoff brackets, we were all hoping for a rematch with Hebron in the finals. As the NEPSAC playoffs progressed and we kept winning, we kept an eye on Class D results. The team was riding home on November 19 after a 3–0 victory in the semifinals over Gould Academy, when we learned our wish had come true. Hebron Academy had upset Christian Heritage 2–1. Vermont Academy would play Hebron Academy on November 20 for the championships. Championship game against Hebron Academy Game day dawned cold and windy, but the team was mentally and physically ready. Although Vermont Academy dominated possession, we were unable to find the back of the net. Soccer is a game of intensity, speed, and endurance, but it’s also a game of patience. At halftime, we talked about playing our game, continuing to move the ball, and the importance of staying focused and patient. In the second half, Chloe Auard ’17, Cara Linder ’17, and Allie Buckley ’18 continued to dominate the midfield. Gwen Coger ’19 and Leandra Echi ’17 continued to attack the net, and Anais Aurard ’17, Lotti Odnoga ’18, and Riley McIntosh ’17 delivered key defensive plays. Our patience finally paid off. With 11 minutes remaining, Leandra Echi ’17 scored! From that point, we maintained possession and captured the championship. It was the best feeling—one that will always stay with us.
2016 CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM:
Anais Aurard ’17 Chloe Aurard ’17 - captain Katy Brennan ’17 - captain Kenzie Curtis ’17 - captain Leandra Echi ’17 Cara Linder ’17 Riley McIntosh ’17 Allie Buckley ’18 Fred Creighton ’18 Allysun Erunski ’18 Julianne Liebow ’18 Lotti Odnoga ’18 Maddie Paydos ’18 Kyra Rideout ’18 Gwen Coger ’19 Sydney Henry ’19 Anika Kapral ’19 Ella Bushee ’20 Jordan Loya ‘20 MANAGERS
William Brady ’17 Bailey Patella ’17 Head Coach Abbey Edwards Assistant Coach Julia DeLaney Assistant Coach Karen Henry
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Emily-Viktoria Appeltova ’19 How’d You Get Here?
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One student’s path to Vermont Academy Hailing from the Czech Republic, sophomore Emily-Viktoria Appeltova is hitting her stride at Vermont Academy. With her quick smile and soft-spoken, yet engaging manner, this accomplished rider is excited about the new world before her and the many opportunities that wait.
Tell us a bit about yourself and your family. I live in Prague with my mother and younger brother. On the weekends, I spend time with my dad and my horse.
What are your favorite classes? My ESL class with Ms. O’Brien and drawing with Ms. McNealus.
How did you come to Vermont Academy? On my brother’s skates! He dreams of being in the National Hockey League and has been playing since he was small. My family worked with J&K educational consultants to find a boarding school for him. He is currently a 9th grader at Bishop’s College School in Canada. When my mom asked me if I wanted to go to a boarding school too, I was surprised. I had to think about it.
What’s your favorite meal in the dining hall? The brownies and cookies! The food is very good here (but I miss food prepared by my mom).
What were you looking for in a school? I wanted a school that had smaller classes (my classes had 30 students in them) and one that offered art and horses. Vermont Academy had all of these.
At Vermont Academy, we encourage students to explore. Is there anything you’ve tried that you thought you’d never do? Yes! I have never done theater, and I’m in the musical Once Upon A Mattress. Everyone at Vermont Academy always seems happy—like they are playing. You can try everything.
Were you nervous about leaving home? Yes. I am not so talkative or social, so I worried if I’d be able to make friends.
“My mom told me, ‘I miss you a lot. But when you are happy, I am happy.’ She wants the best for me and knows I’m getting it at Vermont Academy.”
How has your experience been so far? Great! I definitely think I’m less shy. Being in smaller classes is helping me to talk more, and the teachers are so friendly. I’m already starting to feel like Vermont Academy is home.
What advice would you give a student thinking about coming to Vermont Academy? Don’t be shy to talk to people and make friends. It might be a little scary, but it’s ok.
What was the greatest benefit of participating in VA’s Jumpstart Orientation program this summer? I really liked the field trips, especially the visits to the farm and Burlington. I got through jet lag before school started and found out where my classrooms were. I think everyone starting VA from another country should do this.
Is it difficult for your mom to have you and your brother away at school? My mom told me, “I miss you a lot. But when you are happy, I am happy.” She wants the best for me and knows I’m getting it at Vermont Academy.
Has anything surprised you about Vermont Academy? Yes—how friendly and outgoing the teachers are. They are so easy to talk to! V E R M O N T AC A DE M Y | 15
2016 Reunion Weekend Highlights! BY LIZ OLMSTED, DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
For their journey home to Vermont Academy, our Reunion Weekend guests were treated to a classic Vermont fall weekend. Throughout three days, alumni reconnected, shared tales with current students and other alumni, cheered on our Wildcat teams, and savored a locally sourced dinner on Saturday night. The weekend’s energy and warmth were unmatched, with representation from the Class of 2016 all the way to a member from the Class of 1946 celebrating his 70th reunion.
COLONEL KEITH NIGHTINGALE ’61 gave a presentation to our students on ISIS and other issues of national defense.
NEXT UP: TWOS AND SEVENS Save the date for Reunion Weekend 2017: September 22-24
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CLASS OF 1966 50TH REUNION OLD GUARD DINNER
ALUMNI MENTOR PANEL AND WILDCAT PANEL
Over the weekend, sixteen members of the Class of 1966 ventured home to Vermont Academy to participate in events, including the Old Guard Dinner honoring them on Friday night. Their presence on campus—during which they shared their history with other alumni and students— was a highlight of the weekend. For a few, this was their first visit back to campus since graduation. Time was taken to enjoy our beautiful trails on a walk to our arboretum in memory of classmate Rob Lord.
Thank you to our alumni panelists, who shared their career experiences with juniors and seniors! Wonderful insights, suggestions, and connections were made between the generations. Panelists were retired army colonel and consultant to the D.O.D. Keith Nightingale ’61; Genentech’s Director of Interactive Marketing, Amy Howard ’91; Regional Outreach Manager of CaptionCall, Alie Harmon Johnson ’95; Co-founder of Stojo, Jurrien Swarts ’94; product manager Austin DeLonge ’06; and Merrill Lynch financial advisor Chase Vaughan ’11.
Joining us for their 50th were: William Aldrich (West Newton, MA), Alan Clark (Palmetto, FL), Doug Cranshaw (Cape Elizabeth, ME), Clark Dalrymple (S. Royalton, VT), Jim Frey (Putney, VT), Bill Garfield (Hanover, NH), Trudell “Butch” Guerue (Saint Paul, MN), Nick Harvey (Hanover, NH), Rick Janis (Labelle, FL), Barry Lubotta (Toronto, ON), Donald McCall (Roswell, GA), Arthur Silver (Haydenville, MA), Hugh Stone (Solana Beach, CA), Doc Taylor (East Falmouth, MA), Chris Theisen (Arlington, MA), and Willis Wood (Weathersfield, VT).
We were also fortunate to have four Sabin Award recipients join us for the evening: Michael Choukas Jr. ’46, Col. Keith Nightingale ’61, Rev. George Welles ’53, and Mr. Trudell “Butch” Guerue ’66.
Tables were turned when some of our students took the stage to field questions from the audience. Questions about academics, Global Programs, dorm life, traditions, and food illustrated that, while some things have evolved at VA, many things have remained the same. On left, Assistant Director of Admissions Caitlin Wilkins ’07 helped coordinate our student panelists, left to right: Kofi Asante ’18, Bri Woods ’17, Mackey O’Keefe ’17, Allie Buckley ’18, and Karl-Antoine Girard ’18.
r u fo o y k y Than ntain Da Mou ‘18 Fred ‘18 lie & Al V E R M O N T AC A DE M Y | 17
TOURS, HIKES, AND TRAINING WITH TEAMS
GREAT FOOD, AMAZING COMPANY
Throughout the weekend, alumni became reacquainted with Vermont Academy by joining current students on campus tours, hiking with the Wilderness Skills class, and training with the cross-country and mountain bike teams for an afternoon.
Saturday concluded with our farm to table dinner and barn party. The reception kicked off with Jesse Peters ’88 on guitar, while we were treated to a locavore fare of food, beer, and STiR chocolates from Vermont chocolatier Teo Campbell ’90. As the sun set, reunion favorites, the Vermonsters (featuring Lane DuPont ’73, Steve Bigler ’73, Bill Hosley ’73, Derek Escher ’73, Ron Taylor ’73, and Jessie Peters ’88) got us moving from their stage in the barn. Thank you to Mary Hepburn for hosting us in her beautiful backyard.
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ALUMNI SOCCER Fueled by the camaraderie of the weekend, alumni, students, and faculty gathered on Lucy Field under a blue sky for the annual matchup! Representatives from classes 1976 through 2011 took the field for alumni. Lining up against them was a student/faculty team lead by boys’ varsity soccer coach Brian Gilloran. Dedicated to the memory of classmates Tim Fontaine ’76, Ian Tkaczyk ’06, and Justin Beebe ’09, both sides played with passion and determination. At the final whistle, the student/faculty team took home the victory.
Thank you to all who joined us for this memorable weekend. More photos can be found on our Flickr site: flickr.com/photos/vermontacademy/albums. We’re already looking forward to Reunion Weekend 2017!
ODE (OWED) TO VERMONT ACADEMY From the vantage point of the ripe (maybe overripe?) age of 85, let me tell you what you will be thinking when you are my age. I came to VA in 1946—young, green, and struggling academically. Over the course of four years, I learned a lot, not only about classes and sports but about life, and, looking back, about myself. Do I remember what we studied? No, but I remember the Vermont countryside and the people, especially the people like the “masters,” as we used to call them. We didn’t have a lot of spare time, but when we did, we hiked the hills and vales, built a rope tow to ski with (we used an old truck motor, and the pulleys were truck rims). We were proud of that and thought it might be a first in the ski tow world. All these years later, the Vermont seasons have stayed with me. In my mind’s eye, I can see the lichen and moss on the tree stumps, smell the warm zephyr of spring as the buds awaken, and feel the chill of Bowles Pond in April. I guess the message here is: “take the time to smell the roses,” for this will stay with you forever. Live each day fully—and well—because 65 years out, these memories will still be with you. Bob Scholl ’50
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Juniors and Seniors Listen Up with Alumni A highlight of Reunion Weekend, alumni shared their experiences and lessons learned with juniors, seniors, and reunion guests.
ON STAGE FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:
Col. Keith Nightingale ’61 Claremont McKenna College ’65 1965–1993: Army (Airborne, Ranger, Special Ops) 1993–2010: Science Applications Intl. Corp. - EVP International Business, Iraq/Afghanistan 2010–present: Department of Defense (consultant) Semi-retired and living in Ojai, CA, Keith has 4 kids and 6 grandkids and is the author of 2 books, with 2 more on the way. In all the parts of my career and experiences, the most important thing I saw to success was the ability to communicate. There are tons and tons of people that are going to have the same skills and intellect as you, but there is only one you. You have to make sure they understand who you are.
Amy Howard ’91 Union College, MBA Boston College Amy is the Director of Interactive Marketing at Genentech in South San Francisco, CA. Enjoying a recent sabbatical; she is also building a house in her hometown of Walpole, NH. In my senior year at Union College, I went to China. That’s one piece of advice I’d give as you’re heading off to college. Get that international experience. Take that opportunity to broaden your horizons. It’s the easiest way to travel and get great experience.
Alie Harmon Johnson ’95 Columbia College, marketing Alie is the Regional Outreach Manager for CaptionCall. I learned at VA that I didn’t know a lot. I became a finance major at college, and one day I realized I didn’t know why. I was wasting my parents’ money and ended up taking six years off from college while I tried various paths. My advice is to figure out why you want to do something. The why will lead you where you want to go.
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Jurrien Swarts ’94 Dartmouth College ’98 Valedictorian of his class, Jurrien is the co-founder of Stojo, a maker of ultra-portable reusable food and beverage containers. Learn how to design. Code. AutoCAD. Learn how to do random stuff that you enjoy doing, even if you think it won’t lead to a career. These types of skills lend themselves to where the planet is going. Do the things in life that you love. That’s what will lead to your ultimate happiness.
Austin DeLonge ’06 University of Vermont ’10, business administration. After a stint as a financial software consultant at Factset, Austin was off to Santiago, Chile, where he joined a Bitcoin start up and traveled South America. Currently, he’s a product manager for an on-demand staffing start up in San Francisco, CA. I grew up near Vermont Academy and going to VA was the culmination of my life for a long time. Look in the right places for opportunity. Don’t get stuck on one track. Keep your ears and eyes open. It might seem like doors are closing but keep knocking.
Chase Vaughan ’11 University of Vermont ’15, political science and economics. Chase works for Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Boston and coaches the boys’ varsity lacrosse team for Burlington High School in Burlington, MA. Understand that at VA you have an incredible opportunity to find out who you are, meet some diversity, and grow up a bit. This is a huge advantage. You are with faculty who will stick their necks out for you. I will always be grateful to Mrs. Frey for helping me go to college when my postgraduate plans suddenly changed. Lastly, you might not get to do your passion for your job… but don’t lose sight of it. Keep it next to you.
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There is only one YOU by Col. Keith Nightingale ’61 LEARN TO COMMUNICATE.
It is the single most important skill you will ever possess. I have seen extraordinarily bright people fail to lesser ideas and competencies simply because they could not effectively communicate. Practice the glory of the English language. Learn disciplined thought and reasoning. Less is more. Clarity trumps complexity. Always. DO NOT WORRY ABOUT COMPETITION.
Life is luck and timing. Rigid planning and obsessive pursuit of a life plan rarely work out—be open to opportunity. Only the most fortunate are able to do exactly what they planned to do from the beginning. Pursue chances—you’ll win more often than not. THERE IS ONLY ONE YOU.
There will be multitudes of contemporaries who exceed you in quality, competency, and capability. Do not concern yourself. You are the only you. Determine what is unique to you, in whatever you wish to pursue. Focus on what makes you special, and you will win regardless of the field. BE HAPPY WITH YOUR CHOICES.
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AZERBAIJAN
Living Well and Completely BY CYNTHIA MURPHY, ENGLISH TEACHER
Azerbaijan is the land of fire. From the oil-laden soil, which has burned for hundreds of years on Yanardag (Fire Mountain), to the impassioned traditional male dances to the fiercely proud patriotism embraced by its citizens, Azerbaijan celebrates the diversity in its cultural history and physical landscape. It weaves a multi-hued carpet, shaped by tradition and drive, to build a future as an integral part of world affairs. The architecture of the Flame Towers, rising high over the city of Baku, symbolizes the burning desire to live life well and completely. When I chose to spend my two-year leave of absence teaching abroad, I deliberately stepped into the unfamiliar to see what I could learn from the experience. The school I called home for the next two years was founded in 2011. It had steadily increased its student population and added grade levels to meet the goal of being a K–11 school, offering an international style education to primarily Azerbaijani students with primarily Azerbaijani teachers. In my first year, I had the honor of helping to create their first-ever graduation ceremony for the 11th grade (the year they graduate.) We moved to a second campus for the secondary school and designed a new curriculum as part of the application to become an International Baccalaureate school. Having come from Vermont Academy, which is now celebrating 140 years of history, I found it fascinating to be part of a school just establishing its focus and traditions.
Cynthia Murphy at Yanar Dag just outside of Baku
My base camp above Xinaliq village in the Caucasus Mountains
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Students marching in annual Pomegranate Festival Students in traditional costume
I love my homeland, but I have become a citizen of the world with the confidence that I can live and thrive in different societies. This is what I want for my students as well. I wanted to experience what it was like to be out of my comfort zone—to live in a culture where I was the minority. They wanted someone with expertise in teaching English to non-native English speakers and someone who could mentor their teachers in Western educational styles. It was a good fit both ways. I was now the one getting by with limited language skills in Azeri and learning about a new culture. I taught English to both students and teachers, and we moved away from lecturebased, test-oriented lessons to a more exploratory, hands-on approach. We learned from one another with the typical confusions and enlightening moments that such a journey takes. I put my experiences at Vermont Academy to good use and found them enriched by my work at the school. Azerbaijan is a predominantly Muslim country. When they separated from the Soviet Union and became an independent country in 1991, they embraced both Middle Eastern and European ideals. One example of this was the school uniform, which included polo or button-down shirts and ties for both boys and girls, but it also allowed for wearing hijabs if girls wished to do so. Azeris are accepting of differences of religious focus, and people are free to choose what they wear and how they worship. I was able to travel all over the city unescorted without fear or reprimand. In fact, I was impressed by the consistently welcoming hospitality that I received from friends and strangers alike.
The Maiden Tower in Baku
Gobustan National Park: photo by Anne Murphy
Actively involved in world events, Azerbaijan hosted the Eurovision Song Contest in 2012, European Games in 2015, and a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2016. Everywhere I went, people were interested in learning about me and where I was from—and wanted an opportunity to practice their English. They also appreciated my interest in their language and culture and willingness to dance traditional dances, eat local foods, and travel around their city and country. Two years sped by, and I returned to Vermont Academy wishing that I could somehow be in two places at once. I love my homeland, but I have become a citizen of the world with the confidence that I can live and thrive in different societies. This is what I want for my students as well. I want them to embrace what the world has to offer and confidently work on solving the challenges that we will all face in the future.
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WHEN
Opportunity Knocks, YOU JUST MIGHT FIND
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BY JENNIFER JONES, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
From my son’s first day at Vermont Academy in 2014, he has regaled me with the verbal throw-downs of his revered teacher and coach, Thom Collins. Whether Collins was punctuating a science lab (“Failing to plan is planning to fail, people!”) or breaking it down on the river (“Keep rowing like that, and you’re headed to an odd number boat—and it ain’t the 1V!”), he inspires two of my son’s passions. Having also had the privilege of sitting in an AP bio class during Parents’ Weekend and a racing shell in a learn to row workshop taught by Collins, I’ve also experienced his passion for both subjects. He exudes sheer joy in teaching and guiding his students—in the classroom and on the water—to deeper understanding. He demands our best and motivates us to stretch our minds and bodies further than we thought we could go. He makes us want to do the work, to be our best. This is the magic of Vermont Academy— magic performed by each and every one of our teachers and coaches from the heart. How did you come to Vermont Academy? I spent 19 years in public schools in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. My spouse, David, and I had a weekend home in nearby Grafton. We got to know the people and began making friends. David and I were both commuting to Boston and that was wearing on us. Eventually, we agreed that if “the first one got a job, the other would follow.” I had heard about Vermont Academy through Amy Harlow, who had three kids go to VA. I went and knocked on the door of this very office— it used to be Jim Frey’s, who was then the Academic Dean. I told him that if he were ever looking for a biology teacher to let me know. He asked me what I was doing for lunch. What was the biggest difference between public and private? The flexibility of an independent school to be what it wants to be. For years, I begged my public schools to start a bioethics class. I couldn’t get it. My first year at VA, I made the case for the class, and the money needed to buy equipment was found.
Did you always want to teach? No. I was on a medical school track. I really excelled during my sophomore and junior years. I took a year off and joined Up with People. During community service opportunities, I often worked with high school aged kids. It really resonated. I realized that teaching biology would combine my love of science with making a positive impact for kids—it was the best of both worlds. If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be? I started coaching crew in 1990, and I definitely could see myself coaching full-time if I weren’t teaching. There’s little difference between coaching and teaching. You have to move students from point A to point B by organizing the steps in between. I enjoy taking students and adults who have never been on the water and turning them into rowers. This year I took over the novice boats. It was really satisfying.
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I think there is a magical, spiritual piece of Vermont Academy that attracts students, families, and faculty who support each other—really root for the other’s success. There is an indescribable quality here that’s really uplifting.
When do you feel most successful as a teacher? When I hear from alumni. I recently heard from Kasi White ’16. She’s in Drexel University’s nursing program, and it’s pretty intense. At the beginning of the term, she had three quizzes and aced them all, while some of her classmates really struggled. She thanked me for teaching her how to create “sweat pages,” part of a note taking system developed at Cornell, which she still uses. That’s success. What does Vermont Academy do really well? I think there is a magical, spiritual piece of Vermont Academy that attracts students, families, and faculty who support each other—really root for the other’s success. There is an indescribable quality here that’s really uplifting. Why crew? I came from a family of high-level athletes, especially in hockey. By my junior year, I was done with the standard ball-and-stick sports. I discovered crew in college. I had never heard of it. It was really easy to fall in love with something that many people didn’t know anything about. And, I was good at it. How would you describe yourself as a coach? Purposeful, patient, and organized. Everything we do has a purpose. Each activity/practice is organized around getting from point A to point B, and I’m willing to take the time necessary to get there. I’m also good at prioritizing.
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Did you plan from the beginning to develop a crew program at VA? Yes, without question. I was coming from a school with a nationally ranked rowing program. When I interviewed, I told then-Headmaster Jim Mooney to let me know if VA could have a crew team. He was all for it. In spring 2010, I launched Vermont Academy’s first crew team in its 134year history with five boys and a coxswain. We borrowed a boat and rented a trailer and launch. Every day, we drove to Herrick’s Cove to put the boat in. This year, fall crew had 37 kids. The girls’ 1V rowed at The Head Of The Charles Regatta. We’ve come so far. I’m really proud of everyone. What’s your long-term vision for the program? I’d like both the boys’ and girls’ program to have squads of a novice 8 and 2 4s, with two boats per coach. A fleet of new boats and a boathouse are also part of my grand vision. With the Connecticut River in our backyard, rowing is a natural fit for Vermont Academy and one of the fastest growing sports— especially for female athletes.
“ Mr. and Mrs. Peoples, we’re grateful to call you part of our Vermont Academy community. Your generosity is an inspiration and has impacted not only the success of our crew program but our lives. Thank you.” — FALL 2016 CREW TEAM
Our Peoples Choice Award It was a rainy day when Thom drove along the Connecticut River on Route 5, determined to find a place for his fledging crew to put their boats in. Door after door unceremoniously shut in his face until he knocked on the door of Kris and Kyle Peoples. Kris Peoples recounts their first fateful meeting.
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF THOM?
I answered the door and thought for a moment that he was Kyle’s old high school friend. Thom explained both his vision and predicament. We found him to be so well spoken, trustworthy, and passionate about his crew that we didn’t hesitate to agree to host the team.
YOU ROWED IN THOM’S LEARN TO ROW WORKSHOP THIS SUMMER. HOW WAS IT?
Kyle and I loved the chance to experience what being a member of a crew team was like. It was much more difficult than it looks! It’s quite a skill to work together in such a way that the boat is steady and smooth.
WHAT WENT INTO YOUR DECISION TO HELP?
ANYTHING ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO ADD?
We had just watched one of President Obama’s speeches the night before, and he had urged people to seek out opportunities in their community to volunteer or help out in some way. The very next day we were talking about how we might help when Thom appeared on our doorstep.
Thank you for getting our input. It has been such a pleasure getting to know Thom over the years. He never hesitates to stop what he’s doing to greet our dog, Teddy, and us. It’s pretty incredible how dedicated he is to the crew team at Vermont Academy.
HOW HAS THE RELATIONSHIP WORKED OUT?
I loved the day when Thom said, “Would you mind if we install a new 50-foot dock on the river?” We were like—this decision has been a win-win! The kids have been great, too. They are so dedicated.
In the image above, adult rowers in Collins’ learn to row workshop get their bearings on the Connecticut River, with the Peoples’ home in the background.
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Students Reflect on Their “Ah ha” Moments in China BY JASON WANG, DIRECTOR OF CHINA PROGRAM AND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL PROGRAMS
This November, Vermont Academy’s Global Programs celebrated the completion if its second successful China trimester. This year’s participants benefited from an orientation at VA on academic rigor and time management, missing home and friends, and culture and cuisine. Students arrived in China with peace of mind and clear expectations of the exciting weeks ahead. Program enhancements included students going to their host families every weekend for maximum cultural and language immersion. With their host families, students hiked, visited temples, went rock climbing, made dumplings, attended Chinese weddings, played badminton, and, of course, savored authentic homemade Chinese food.
While we continued to explore core cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Taipei, we added Shenzhen and Sanya to experience China from traditional and modern perspectives. Paper cutting joined Hangzhou studies, Chinese literature, calligraphy, Chinese language, and kung fu as part of the regular curriculum. Students relished more social interactions with the Entel Chinese students through sports, a Halloween party, and student club activities. I could not be more proud of this group’s collective growth in their confidence, worldview, commitment, and adaptation skills gained from our time in China together! 2 8 | FA L L / W I N T E R 2 017
Daniel Baker ’19 I learned that many Chinese people are content with the Chinese political situation. They don’t mind the fact that they can’t vote, and they enjoy that they don’t need to spend much time on politics. More importantly, they trust their leaders and the decisions they make. Next, I never would have thought that the Chinese people would be so tolerant and welcoming to me as a teenager from Taiwan. Finally, I learned how to efficiently organize my time to get more work done with limited time and a busy travel schedule. I enjoyed my fun experience in China and hope my friends will go next year!
Xie xie China! Xie xie Hangzhou and Entel!
Addie Doherty ’19 One of my most important realizations was around the Chinese people. At the beginning, I wasn’t sure how people were going to treat me. However, after just a couple of days, I realized that Chinese are such affable and respectful people. Everyone I met was so friendly, and they made an effort to make conversation, even though there was a language barrier. When I walked on the street, random people came up and said, “Hello,” or took a picture with me. China has such a welcoming feeling from the people. It even encouraged
me to ask random Chinese students if I could join their soccer game or badminton match. I was always welcomed. The people in China relieved my social anxiety, and I appreciate all the people who were kind to me. I also discovered that food is a huge and proud part of the Chinese culture. Unlike Americans, the Chinese enjoy all parts of the animal. Although it was shocking at first, I grew to respect that. Many people took pride in showing us exotic meats that they ate on a daily basis. My experience is one I’ll never forget. Xie xie China! Xie xie Hangzhou and Entel!
James Hubbard ’19 If I had to pick a word to describe my China experience, it would be “unexpected.” Sometimes our travels did not go according to plan. It was not a downfall of the trip but, in fact, served as one of its many merits: being spontaneous and flexible. One day, we were going to hike in Hualien, but weeks of rain made a creek on the hiking trail! Instead, we went to see the headquarters of the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation. They run schools and hospitals and provide natural disaster relief all over the world. They have this really cool building in Hualien, which is usually busy with tourists, but on a rainy day it’s totally empty. We took advantage of this and visited the roof, where we got a bird’s eye view of Hualien—it was awesome. Being flexible and embracing the unknown made the whole experience feel more like an adventure. I developed skills that I’ll need for the rest of my life. I am thankful to the China trip.
OUR TOP 10 EXPERIENCES Making friends with Entel students Exploring a new culture Living with Chinese host families Studying our special curriculum Seeing pandas Playing badminton Trying Chinese food Seeing the Great Wall Eating Beijing roast duck Exploring Taiwan
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Arm and Mackey O’Keefe ‘17 performing with their band Armed and Dangerous
WILDCAT PROFILE:
Chanapat “Arm” Temsartis ’17 ARM AT A GLANCE: Years at VA: 4 Hometown: Bangkok, Thailand Senior classes: AP physics 1, AP psychology, AP comparative government and politics, senior writing seminar, multivariable calculus (online independent study) Highlighted honors/activities: AnnaMae D. Fenney High Honors Award, Bausch & Lomb Science Award, class secretary (junior and senior year), proctor (junior and senior year), VA’s top scorer at the American Mathematics Competition, math club, jazz ensemble, JV and varsity athletics, International Resource Center (IRC) tutor, cofounder of student band Armed and Dangerous Dining hall favorite: Cheeseburger
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Tell us a bit about your family. My family lives in the capital city of Thailand, Bangkok, where my parents own a garment manufacturing company. My brother, Art, is a junior pursuing a degree in international business at Northeastern University in Boston. Why are academics important to you? Education lays the foundation for one’s opportunity to become successful. It is something that can only be attained through rigorous studies; therefore, it cannot be stolen like many other things. Learning is a process that equips you with the most powerful weapon in the world: knowledge. These are the many things that my father taught me when I was little. Learning new concepts and principles also intrigues me because it enlightens me and allows me to help and inspire others. Tell us about your band. I started a band with some VA friends, and Mr. Cady named us Armed and Dangerous. For our first performance, I was praying as the audience poured into the auditorium. Band mate Mackey O’Keefe ’17 told me to “go up there and just enjoy playing.” I took a deep breath and the next thing I knew, we were halfway through the song. When the last note played, I had a feeling of relief I’d never felt before. All the hard work I put into practicing the song for months was condensed into a five-minute performance. People were cheering and applauding; it was a scene I never imagined myself in and will never forget.
The rigors that I’ve faced during my time at Vermont Academy have taught me to occasionally rely on others. There will be things in life that you can’t accomplish alone, and that’s where friends come into play. Vermont Academy has taught me to not hesitate or hold back in pursuit of something you are passionate about. It’s frightening to take risks and fail to accomplish something, but the feelings that come with such accomplishment can be unprecedented and extremely satisfying.
Do you have a favorite subject? Not really. Math and science are simple for me because they entail my strong suits— comprehending logic, visualizing concepts, and memorizing. Physics used to be my least favorite subject because I failed a test in middle school. However, many teachers convinced me to take AP physics with Mr. Frey. I was reluctant at first, but watching Mr. Frey demonstrate his intellectual prowess in class has convinced me that physics is actually an interesting field of study. What teachers have impacted you most? My teachers at VA are more than just regular teachers to me; they are great friends. Mr. Nicol and Ms. Mackey are two exceptional teachers that have helped me tremendously. Ms. Mackey was someone I could talk to about any problem in life and, every time I did, she never failed to give me meaningful advice. Mr. Nicol was a very caring dorm parent, a good math teacher, and a great musician. We are both guitarists, so occasionally we would get together to play music. Every session, he taught me something new. College is on the horizon. Any immediate plans? I’m currently applying to college; the University of Pennsylvania and Brown University are my top choices. I’m also considering Northeastern University, Babson College, Boston College, and University of Rochester. I’m primarily interested in majoring in business management; the relationship between co-workers, employees, and employers intrigues me. Any advice for prospective students? If you are self-motivated, passionate, and ambitious, Vermont Academy is the right place for you. There are resources to help you pursue your dreams, and the community at Vermont Academy is uniquely special. Anyone who has the opportunity to spend time here is guaranteed a heartwarming welcome from students and faculty.
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Wildcats: We Want to Know! WHEN HAS LIFE INSPIRED YOU TO NOT HOLD BACK?
ALLEGRA WU ’17
ANDREW HOBLITZELLE ’18
Hometown: Saxtons River, Vermont
Hometown: Watertown, Massachusetts
Becoming a rower taught me how to not hold back—to empty the tank and give something all I have. The moment you feel like you can’t keep going, you learn the true potential of your body’s strength. If one of us gives up the race is over, or worse, the boat flips. Crew taught me what true physical and mental pain feel like, but it also gave me the feeling of complete satisfaction knowing I left everything I had on the water.
Freestyle skiing has taught me not to hold back. It is the most freeing feeling to be able to let go and just be you—to not follow parameters set by anyone else. Skiing has let me experience completely letting go. So far in my life, no other activity has given me this same feeling of freedom.
Rowing allowed me to look at myself in a new light and figure out—not only that I want to be my best—but how to really be it. Don’t Hold Back Shout-Out: Jahyde Bullard ’17. Whether it’s football practice or the championship, he leaves everything on the field. I really admire that—and him!
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You just go as hard as you can and learn from doing what scares you the most. Don’t Hold Back Shout-Out: My role model is Coach Marks— he’s a boss and still skiing. I’m gonna do that. He cares more about his skiers’ careers than anybody I know.
Thank you for professional development.
Johanna, French te acher
SARAH JACOBELLI ’19
TAYLOR HENNUM ‘20
Hometown: Prescott, Arizona
Hometown: Keene, New Hampshire
Auditioning for the musical my freshman year allowed me to let go of my inhibitions and utterly be myself. Acting is one of my favorite ways to release tension in my life. It encourages me to be confident, never hold back, and always do my best, even if others don’t have that same opinion. Living your life with this attitude not only frees you of self-consciousness, but also gives you the freedom to try things you never believed you could do.
Wrestling taught me that, even when you’re tired, you never stop. The entire time on the mat, you’re giving 110 percent. If you rest, you lose. When I was in 7th grade, I wrestled at the state championship. In my second match, I lost, only to face that opponent again in the semifinals. I had lost to him before, but it didn’t mean I would lose again! Halfway through the last period, I got a burst of energy, got him on his back, and pinned him. I went on to place 4th in states.
Acting gave me the opportunity to be unapologetically creative and never hold back my inner voice.
Feeling the ref raise my arm at the end of the match made me know I gave it my all.
Don’t Hold Back Shout-Out: To my dad for never holding back tough love when I needed it. He was, and still is, pushing me to be the best student, athlete, and community member I can. I am forever grateful.
Don’t Hold Back Shout-Out: Lindsey Runkel, a mountain biker in her twenties who fractured her T5 and T6 vertebrae paralyzing her from the waist down. She does not let that stop her from doing what she loves. I was fortunate enough to see her ride, and it was one of the most inspiring things to me.
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The Sabin Award 2017 Call for Nominations
F L O R E N C E R E N A S A B I N , Vermont Academy Class of 1889, was born in Central City, Colorado and raised by her grandparents in Saxtons River. Her lifelong ambition was to become a doctor—an unheard-of profession for women of that time. After graduating from Vermont Academy and Smith College, she returned to her home state of Colorado to teach school. Florence learned that the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland was admitting women. She immediately enrolled and performed brilliantly. Following her graduation in 1897, she began a career in scientific research on the lymphatic system, blood cells, and vessels that would earn her national respect in the medical community. From then on, Florence added to her impressive list of firsts for women by: • earning a full professorship at Johns Hopkins University; • becoming a member of the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research; • being elected to the National Academy of Science; and • serving as president of the American Academy of Anatomists. Indeed, Florence Rena Sabin ’89 was one of the world’s leading scientists.
Established in 1985 by the Vermont Academy Alumni Association, the Florence Sabin Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes and honors our alumni who have dedicated their lives to making the world a better place through compassion, innovation, and public service. Nominations must be submitted on or before January 31, 2017 for consideration in the 2017 cycle. Please visit vermontacademy.org/nominations for award criteria and to make nominations. Questions or comments? Email sabin@vermontacademy.org
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SABIN AWARD COMMITTEE:
Andrew Griswold ’82, Co-Chair Sabin Award Committee Carrie Dunn ’91, Co-Chair Sabin Award Committee, Trustee Andrew Ward ’93, Alumni Association Co-President, Trustee Rev. George Welles ’53, Sabin Award Recipient Rick Moulton ’67, Sabin Award Recipient Amy Howard ’91 Amber DiPasquale ’02
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Your Gift
Means So Much BY ANDREW MILLIKIN, DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL RELATIONS
Alumnus and faculty member Jim Frey ’66, P ’89, ’94, ’96, ’08 recently handed me a little green book entitled The Vermont Academy Way. Upon reading the introduction by Dorothy Hall Leavitt, wife of Vermont Academy Headmaster Laurence Leavitt, who led the school from 1934–1959, I was immediately struck by her response to the question, “What is Vermont Academy?” “It is fundamentally and inseparably a part of Vermont…Vermont hills and valleys; it is Mountain Day with trees a riot of color and steaks sizzling on the coals; it is ski tracks making patterns on smooth hillsides; it is the lovely blue pyramid of Mount Ascutney…”
Left to right: Andrew Millikin, Parker, Emmett, and Andrew’s wife, Maria
I flipped back to the title page to confirm that the book was, in fact, published in 1945 and not 2016. Vermont Academy has in many ways—and in the most important ways—remained true to its roots. In addition to the breathtakingly beautiful campus and surroundings, Vermont Academy is still, and forever will be, committed to the individual student. As Mrs. Leavitt later writes, “The real problem is to understand not boys, but each individual boy and help him develop into his own capacity.” How do we steadfastly maintain our commitment to help students discover his unique strengths, set firm goals, and achieve something meaningful? The single most meaningful way is through your gift to The Fund for Vermont Academy. Your annual generosity supports faculty and programming that ensure our students grow and thrive—each on an educational journey that explores their particular talents and aspirations.
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“ There is no greater gift you can give to Vermont Academy than a gift to The Fund for Vermont Academy.” – STAN COLL A , Interim Head of School
If you have consistently supported The Fund—thank you on behalf of the students, faculty, and programs that have benefited. In honor of our 140th year, I urge you to reflect on the impact that Vermont Academy had on you or your student and consider giving the most generous gift that you can. To those who have not been motivated to make a gift before, please consider making a tax-deductible donation this year in any amount. I will close by combining the thoughts of Mrs. Leavitt with my own. What is Vermont Academy? It is the smell of balsam and the flicker of candles at Candlelight Service; it is the holiday Kurn Hattin dinner; it is alumni gathering in distant cities and parents in dozens of states and countries thinking about their children in Vermont; and it is our long list of honored teachers, who tirelessly do their best work so that our students can become their best selves in our school community, at home, and in the world.
STATEMENT OF GIFT REVENUE (FISCAL YEAR 2016) The Fund for Vermont Academy $565,375 (annual fund) FY2016 Projects $38,071 Capital Projects $54,975 Parents’ Association $46,031 Legacy Gifts $81,086 (realized bequests primarily toward endowment) Endowment $67,770 Total Gift Revenue $853,308
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THE VERMONT ACADEMY GIVING SOCIETIES were established to recognize donors who have made a leadership financial contribution to Vermont Academy. Giving societies named to celebrate individuals, traditions, and aspects of Vermont Academy history allow donors to join with gifts ranging from $100 to $30,000 and above. The 21st Century Society: $30,000 and above. Recognizes those donors who support the Academy at its highest level to ensure continued development in programs and initiatives for today’s world. The 1876 Society: $20,000–$29,999. Recognizes Vermont Academy’s first year of operation. The Hilltop Society: $10,000–$19,999. Recognizes the founding location of Vermont Academy, “a plateau known as Burke’s Hill overlooking the Village of Saxtons River.” The Olin D. Gay Society: $5,000–$9,999. Recognizes Olin D. Gay’s 76 years of service to Vermont Academy, beginning with his matriculation as a student in 1901 and continuing through his service on the Board of Trustees from 1921–1977. The Head of School’s Society: $2,500–$4,999. Recognizes the contributions, dedication, and commitment of the past 16 principals, headmasters, and heads of school who have served since 1876. The Horace Mann Willard Society: $1,000–$2,499. Recognizes the contribution of Dr. Horace Mann Willard, first principal of Vermont Academy. Winter Carnival Society: $500–$999. Recognizes one of Vermont Academy’s oldest traditions. Wildcat Society: $100–$499. Honors Vermont Academy’s mascot. The Long Walk Legends: The Long Walk Legends is a society of our most faithful supporters. It is comprised of members who have given consecutively for 5+ years, or have given for 20+ years over the course of their association with Vermont Academy.
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Vermont Academy Founders’ Association THE 21ST CENTURY SOCIETY
$30,000+ The Charles E. Harwood Trust* THE 1876 SOCIETY
$20,000–$29,999 Thomas and Jeanne Capasse The Stevenson Brown Porter Fund THE HILLTOP SOCIETY
$10,000–$19,999 Michael Choukas ’73* Peter Deutsch William Dunn ’63* Mark Filanowski and Monica McNally Dwain E. Ford ‘62* Michael Horowitz* Steven Karol ’72* Perry Maynard ’59* George Moser ’48* William Torrey ’52* Chunlin Wang Richard ’55 and Barbara Whitcomb* The Jason Ritchie Hockey Foundation The Richard and Barbara Whitcomb Foundation* The Daniel E. Ford Fund* THE OLIN D. GAY SOCIETY
$5,000–$9,999 Frederick Cawley ’66 Richard DeMartini and Jennifer Brorsen* Carrie Dunn ’91* John Fitzgerald ’69 Malcolm George ’58* Ethan and Elise Hoblitzelle John Hoder ’69* Timothy ’69 and Emma Lord* Andrew MacKechnie ’57* Marvin Neuman* David Newton* Hugh Pearson ’54* David Robinson ’77* James Thomas ’90* David Torrey ’49* The DeMartini Family Foundation*
THE HEAD OF SCHOOL SOCIETY
$2,500–$4,999 Anonymous* Cameron and Alison Burns Charles Cherington and Ashley Pettus Casey Cota ’89* Jennifer Jury Cota* Donald Durkee ’43* Linda Fisher W. Eugene Hays ’55* Peter and Janice Howe* Jong Su Lee and Hea Sung Kim Donald McInnes ’59* Kara Pezzi Alan Roberts ’71* Richard Stark ’74* John Wait ’50* THE HORACE MANN WILLARD SOCIETY
$1,000–$2,499 Anonymous Peter Allen ’60 John Anderson ’61* Robert Anderson ’51* Jose Luis Aparicio Halpern ’16 Richard Aulisi ’60* Elliot and Pam Barsh Thomas Bascom ’79 Stuart Bell ’80* Andrew Bernhard ’77* Sean Bersell ’77* Harold Bigler Steven Bigler ’73 Bryce and Kathi Blair* Russell Bone ’63* J. A. and Deborah Bouknight* Sean Brennan* Stephen Brink ’55* Clinton Brown and Andrea Zacher* Dan Brown ’60* G. Ewing Buta ’80* Robert Cary ’56 and Janet Nussmann* George Cheney ’48* Lawrence Cole ’51* Chris ’66 and Sue Cota* Robert Derrenbacker ’55* Richard Dobson ’63* Charles Duboc* Edward ’59 and May Emerson*
Russell Fellows ’62 William FitzGerald and Sally Pennington* Jamison Gagnier ’90* Thomas Griffiths ’68* Charles Gunn ’73* Laura Halpern Mary Hepburn* Jeremy Herbert ’99 David Holton ’68* Amy Howard ’91* Christopher Ingraham ’51* Richard Janis ’66* Arthur Kelton ’57* Henry Kimball ’79 Charles ’55 and Susan Long* Robert and Cathy McKeon* Scott ’83 and Carole McKeon* Charles and Leigh Merinoff Henry Michie ’72 Lorrel Nichols ’51* Robert O’Brien ’55* David Patterson ’67* A. Steven Perelman ’64* Noel Philp and Robin D’Alexandro Nick Platner ’04 John Quebman ’60* Alan and Diane Raines* John Reynolds ’65* Thomas Richardson ’59* Gordon Russell ’51* Lee Ryder ’90* Paul Scoville ’64* Stephen and Marilee Scruton Hye Yang Shin and Sang Ho Lee Robert Sollmann ’70* Chandler Stein ’41 Richard Swan ’78* Tylor Tregellas* Howard Tuthill ’65* Patrick Weiler ’79 Michael Whitehill and Robin O’Reilly Keith Wilkerson Robert and Katy Williams Andrew and Melissa Wing Winston Wood ’51* H. S. Wright ’72* Richard and Carolyn Ziegler* James E. & Constance L. Bell Foundation
Alumni 1934 Gail Chase (Kendall)* c 1939 Robert Beardsley ’39* c 1941 Mary French (George)* f James Gates ’41 Giulio Pontecorvo ’41* c Chandler Stein ’41 1942 Hugh Garvin ’42* c Bradford Jones ’42 c Daniel Ruggles ’42* 1943 Donald Durkee ’43* Donald Linscott ’43 c John Valentine ’43 c 1945 Anonymous Albert Butterfield ’45* c Franklin P. Jackson ’45 Stuart Robinson ’45* c Phillip Urion ’45 c 1946 LeBaron Barker ’46* c Michael Choukas ’46* f James Gibbs ’46 c John Luce ’46 c Peter Stanley ’46* c 1947 Lloyd Coffin ’47* f Charles Geilich ’47* c Charles Hoffer ’47* c Fredrik Ranney ’47* William Reoch ’47* c 1948 Charles Bailey ’48* George Cheney ’48* Charles Jennings ’48 f George Moser ’48* Robert Taft ’48 c Richard Washburn ’48 c
1949 Elsa Luker (Charles)* f Alice Seelye (John) c Susan Sherrer (Cedric) c A. Leslie Smith ’49 f Gilbert Tallmadge ’49 David Torrey ’49* Rayner Weir ’49* f George West ’49* c 1950 Karl Dornish ’50* c Charles Howard ’50* f Richard Leary ’50* c Monica Ley (Robert)* Alastair MacDonald ’50* c Peter Parker ’50* c Robert Price ’50* c John Wait ’50* 1951 Robert Anderson ’51* Douglas Archibald ’51* c Alexander Clark ’51* c Lawrence Cole ’51* William Contini ’51* c Herbert Edson ’51* Alan Gould ’51* f Christopher Ingraham ’51* Lorrel Nichols ’51* Gordon Russell ’51* Hamilton Shippee ’51 c John Tremaine ’51* Winston Wood ’51* 1952 John Hubbard ’52 William Torrey ’52* 1953 Robert Burton ’53 Larrie Calvert ’53* c Virginia Canfield (David)* c Herb Ellis ’53* f Larry Hale ’53* c Stephen Homer ’53* c Michael King ’53 Thornton Klaren ’53 John Kramer ’53 c Richard Lunetta ’53 c James Ober ’53 c Peter Powers ’53* f Richard Shanaman ’53* c Bryant Taggart ’53 c
Thomas Upson ’53 Richard van Riper ’53* c George Welles ’53* c Robert Wright ’53* c 1954 Richard Burton ’54* f Robert Carr ’54* George Lindemann ’54 c Robert Morse ’54* c Hugh Pearson ’54* Marshall Williams ’54 f 1955 Stephen Brink ’55* Alan Carpenter ’55 c William Cullen ’55* Robert Derrenbacker ’55* Waldo Hart ’55 W. Eugene Hays ’55* Charles Long ’55* Jon Metzger ’55* c Paul Noble ’55* c Robert O’Brien ’55* John Stevens ’55 c Richard Whitcomb ’55* 1956 James Barton ’56 c Walter Brown ’56 f Robert Cary ’56* Martin Hall ’56 William Heeks ’56 c Gerald Hickman ’56 c G. Bruce Hopkins ’56 Breck Lardner ’56 Frederic Nichols ’56* f John Russell ’56 1957 Donald Adams ’57* f Joe Aulisi ’57* c Charles Clark ’57 c Winslow Crannell ’57* c David Daffin ’57 E. John Dinkel ’57* c E. Bulkeley Griswold ’57* c Daniel Hall ’57* c Frederick Hibberd ’57* c Arthur Kelton ’57* Andrew MacKechnie ’57* Stephen Richardson ’57* f Sanford Witherell ’57*
*Designates 5 or more consecutive years of giving through FY 2016 | c Designates a gift of $100–$499 (Wildcat Society) | f Designates a gift of $500–$999 (Winter Carnival Society) Bold Name: Designates a gift of $1,000 or more (Giving Societies) | This report is for FY2016, spanning July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016
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1958 Donald Bradley ’58 Peter Clarner ’58* William Corliss ’58* c Newton Gardner ’58* c Malcolm George ’58* James Karr ’58 c Robert Luke ’58 c M. Tyrone Mallon ’58 Harvey Peterson ’58* c Ronald Tagney ’58* c Gary Westergren ’58* c 1959 John Arthur ’59* f William Bigelow ’59 c Edward Emerson ’59* Bruce Fenn ’59 f Stephen Fisher ’59 f Perry Maynard ’59* Donald McInnes ’59* Peter Myers ’59* c Robert Naramore ’59* c Thomas Richardson ’59* Roger Seagrave ’59 c Paul Slosberg ’59 c Donald Welch ’59 1960 Peter Allen ’60 Richard Aulisi ’60* Dan Brown ’60* Richard Compson ’60* c Penn Lardner ’60* c Robert Morse ’60 f Denis Noonan ’60* c John Quebman ’60* Paul Singer ’60 c Gary Toothaker ’60 c George Yeomans ’60* Donald Zinn ’60* c 1961 John Anderson ’61* Greg Chase ’61 c William Clark ’61* f John Hastings ’61* Lawrence Rice ’61* f William Rose ’61* c William Shields ’61* c 1962 David Bergeson ’62* c Robert Chase ’62* c Russell Fellows ’62 Dwain Ford ’62* Peter Johnson ’62* c Douglas Moody ’62 c 4 0 | FA L L / W I N T E R 2 017
Lawrence Niles ’62 c Charles Padelford ’62 c Paul Peterson ’62 c 1963 Dexter Andrews ’63* Richard Bohman ’63* c Russell Bone ’63* Clark Burrows ’63* c John Chane ’63 c Davis Dimock ’63* c Richard Dobson ’63* William Dunn ’63* Rick Hadley ’63* c Eleanor Jenks (Duncan) c Richard Matheson ’63* John Patterson ’63* c Kimball Russell ’63* 1964 Townsend Hoopes ’64* c Peter Katzenbach ’64* c G. David Koepf ’64* c A. Steven Perelman ’64* Robinson Rhodes ’64 Paul Scoville ’64* M. Brooke Tyler ’64 c Kenneth Wernick ’64 c David Young ’64* f 1965 G. Gibson Amstutz ’65 Robert Campbell ’65 c Bruce Coulter ’65 c Phillips Kerr ’65* c David Knoblauch ’65* c James Mennel ’65 f Leland Person ’65* c Lawrence Power ’65* William Preston ’65 c John Reynolds ’65* David Robinson ’65* f Howard Tuthill ’65* Robert White ’65 c 1966 Frederick Cawley ’66 Chris Cota ’66* Doug Cranshaw ’66* f N. Clark Dalrymple ’66 c Peter Dorman ’66 f Dawson Farber ’66 c James Frey ’66*c Nicholas Harvey ’66* f Chris Holden ’66 c Richard Janis ’66* Barry Lubotta ’66 Curtis Mays ’66 f
Dennis Neumann ’66* c Hewette Stone ’66 c Richard Taylor ’66* Christopher Theisen ’66* c Joseph Wevurski ’66 Robert Winslow Jr. ’66* c Willis Wood ’66* c 1967 Gary Brown ’67* c William Chapman ’67 c Donn Hutchins ’67* c Bradford Miller ’67 c Marshall Moore ’67 c William Murphy ’67 David Patterson ’67* Douglas Sluiter ’67* c David Welbourn ’67* Stephen Weston ’67* c Stewart Wooden ’67 1968 Frederick Burgess ’68* c Thomas Griffiths ’68* David Holton ’68* Peter Hoopes ’68* c Wardwell Jones ’68* c Roger Kidder ’68 Glenn Morgan ’68* c Richard Sacknoff ’68 c Rick Wackernagel ’68 c Jeffrey Wilkinson ’68 c 1969 James Aram ’69* c Thomas Bridge ’69* f David Brown ’69* f Robert Feuer ’69 c John Fitzgerald ’69 John Hoder ’69* Timothy Lord ’69* Joe Meigs ’69* c Mark Russell ’69 c 1970 Sean Campbell ’70* f Theodore Ellsworth ’70 c Robert Karol ’70* f Richard Patterson ’70* c Robert Sollmann ’70* 1971 Anonymous Jeffrey Crocker ’71* c Alan Roberts ’71* Barry Wetherbee ’71* c Stanley Wilkinson ’71 John Winder ’71 c
1972 Norberto Aviles ’72* c Thomas Inglehart ’72 c Steven Karol ’72* Henry Michie ’72 John Redington ’72* f Gary R. Thompson ’72 c John Tobin ’72* c H.S. Wright ’72* 1973 Steven Bigler ’73 Michael Choukas ’73* Charles Gunn ’73* William Hosley ’73* c Dwight Jones ’73 1974 Anonymous* Ronald McClenton ’74 Richard Stark ’74* 1975 Tod Eberle ’75 f John Killoy ’75* c 1976 Hugo Mainelli ’76 f 1977 Brook Anderson ’77* f Herminio Aviles ’77* f Andrew Bernhard ’77* Sean Bersell ’77* John Densmore ’77 Mark Goldie ’77* c Cedric Nash ’77* c David Robinson ’77* 1978 William Dole ’78* Paul Fenton ’78 c Werner Spitz ’78 c Richard Swan ’78* 1979 Thomas Bascom ’79 Joseph Echanis ’79 Alison Hussey Cummings ’79 c Henry Kimball ’79 Lisa McNealus ’79* c Jane Ogden ’79 f Patrick Weiler ’79 Diane Wilder ’79
1980 Stuart Bell ’80* Corina Belle-Isle ’80 G. Ewing Buta ’80* Karen Galloway ’80 Steven Kett ’80 c David Saville ’80 c Peter Simard ’80 c Walter Tipert ’80 c 1981 William Brandt ’81 Tracy Emerson ’81 c Marie Frick ’81 c Alphonso Simon ’81 c Lamont Walker ’81 c 1982 Andrew Griswold ’82* c Craig Meili ’82 c Thomas Oxholm ’82* Brooks Stewart ’82 William Widdoes ’82 c David Wilder ’82* c
1988 Gerald Duvall ’88
Robin Vanderputten ’97* c Sarah Weilbrenner Viteri ’97 c
1989 Henry Ammons ’89 c William Beebe ’89 Casey Cota ’89* David Hodgson ’89 c
1999 Silas Campbell ’99 c Jeremy Herbert ’99 Andrew Tyson ’99* c Brad Weilbrenner ’99 f
1990 Jamison Gagnier ’90* Stan Porzio ’90 Lee Ryder ’90* Rosa Simmons ’90 c James Thomas ’90* Cindy Tintle ’90
2000 Andrew Casey ’00 c Jon Davis ’00 Joseph Giar ’00 c Corey Grout ’00 c
1991 Carrie Dunn ’91* Amy Howard ’91* Kristin Terkelsen ’91* c 1992 Mark Engelke ’92 c Brooke Tyler ’92 c
1983 Anonymous Robert DesLauriers ’83 c Mark Foster ’83* Charles Jones ’83 Samuel MacAusland ’83* David Mackenzie ’83* c Scott McKeon ’83* John Pendexter ’83 Dora Sudarsky ’83 Adam Tschorn ’83 c 1984 Mark Culkin ’84* c Joanna James ’84 c Mark Saville ’84 c 1985 Chris Cassell ’85 c Robert Keeshan ’85* c
1993 Hillary Ellis ’93 c 1994 Sarah Chase ’94 Andrew Johnson ’94 P. Oliver McArdle ’94 c Robert Strain ’94* c 1995 Michael Delgado ’95 George Greenough ’95 Erika Gustafson ’95* Alie Johnson ’95 c Sarah Konecke ’95 Jeremiah Long ’95* Tara O’Connor ’95 Sarah Smith-Duffin ’95 1996 Caitlin Holton ’96 Eli McArdle ’96* Colin Millar ’96 Bridget Shahinian ’96
1986 Jayson Dunbar ’86 c Ross Leventhal ’86* f James Muse ’86* c 1987 Scott Ansevin-Allen ’87 c
1997 Robert Gustafson ’97* c Ramsey Hoehn ’97 Erin Kennelly ’97
2001 Kristin Dubak ’01 J. Andrew Guard ’01 c Alexandra Walsh Guard ’01 c 2002 Amber DiPasquale ’02* Rosie McArdle DeCamp ’02 Armin Talke ’02 2003 Matthew Davis ’03* c Kyle Nelligan ’03 Rob Outtrim ’03* f 2004 Nick Platner ’04 2005 Ida Specker ’05 c 2006 Amanda Cloutier ’06 James Harris ’06 Zachary Jandl ’06* Conor McArdle ’06 2007 Darren Candello ’07 Caitlin Wilkins ’07 2009 Sanders Dorough ’09* Shannon Scott ’09* 2010 Katharine Howe ’10* c 2011 Monica Johnson ’11 c
2012 William Datilio ’12 Andrew Fink ’12 Evan Lyman ’12 Thomas Savoca ’12 2013 Eric Alexander ’13 Miller Charman ’13 Colleen Donahue ’13 c Ashley Potofsky ’13 2014 Molly Brennan ’14 George Brown ’14 c Sipho Msipa ’14 Carly Radovich ’14 2015 Pablo Ariza Suarez ’15 George Atkins ’15 Antonio Berjillos Gonzalez ’15 Xavien Burgunder ’15 c Cyrus Cherington ’15 Sally Densmore ’15 Thomas Durnford ’15 James Fritzson ’15 c Matthew Gendron ’15 Abby Hart ’15 Russell Ives ’15 c Dongzhe Li ’15 Alana Lopez ’15 Brett Losier ’15 Nevada McOwen ’15 Kathleen Miller ’15 Rachel Montesano ’15 Wyeth Olmsted ’15 Charlie Reisman ’15 Katrina Schaeffer ’15 Katheryn Tremblay ’15 Fengyu Xu ’15 2016 Tinga Adiang ’16 Jose Luis Aparicio Halpern ’16 Miguel Barreiro Perez ’16 Rhys Bodner ’16 Nicholas Brooks ’16 Bruce Brown ’16 Marc Catanese ’16 Tanner Dalton ’16 Ryan Damren ’16 Cristina De Lorenzo Vaquero ’16 John Derwin ’16 Robert Ferguson ’16
*Designates 5 or more consecutive years of giving through FY 2016 | c Designates a gift of $100–$499 (Wildcat Society) | f Designates a gift of $500–$999 (Winter Carnival Society) Bold Name: Designates a gift of $1,000 or more (Giving Societies) | This report is for FY2016, spanning July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016
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Liam Fleming ’16 Oliver Hoblitzelle ’16 Devin Hogan ’16 David Huber ’16 Christopher Iamonaco ’16 c Chelsea Jiang ’16 Tyrique Jones ’16 Walter Jury ’16 Ronan Khalsa ’16 A-in Kim ’16 Leyeyo Kipamba ’16 Sarah Lambertus ’16 Chris Lehmann ’16 Dunhao Li ’16 Xiaomeng Li ’16 Zhengqi Li ’16 J’Nisha Little ’16 Allison McFadden ’16 Brian McKeon ’16 Maxwell McLaughlin ’16 Rodrigo Medina Rodrigues ’16 Jordan Miller ’16 Connor Morton ’16 Christian Nimey ’16 Leighton Nimey ’16 Kelsey Parker ’16 Courtney Prentiss ’16 Jack Raleigh ’16 Samuel Savard ’16 James Steiner ’16 Ryan Strickland ’16 Isabelle Tuggle ’16 Kasi White ’16 Noah Wing ’16 Mufan Xi ’16 Yilin Yan ’16 f 2017 Sueann Barsh ’17 Ka Ho Leung ’17 2018 Anonymous William Svensson ’18
Current Trustees Jose Barreiro Hernandez c Corina Belle-Isle ’80 Sean Brennan* Mark Candon* f Thomas Capasse Michael Choukas ’73* Casey Cota ’89* Carrie Dunn ’91* Jamison Gagnier ’90* David Holton ’68* Peter Howe*
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Jennifer Jury Cota* Steven Karol ’72* Timothy Lord ’69* Donald McInnes ’59* George Moser ’48* David Robinson ’77* Lee Ryder ’90* Richard Stark ’74* Tylor Tregellas* Melissa Wing
Current Faculty Anonymous f Anonymous f Kathryn Aldrich Anne Atkins c Whitney Barrett Sean Brennan* Wendy Brennan* c Steve Cady c Ricardo Carreno Ferreiro c Christy Catsos Candy Chaples Kurt Colling c Phyllis Davis* Marta Diaz c Emily Dixon Annette Douglass Sara Dunbar Joseph Echanis ’79 Abbey Edwards Jonathan Edwards Caleb Florence Carly Fox James Frey c Laura Frey c Joanne Fuller f Amanda Gilbert-Hodgson c Fanning Hearon* Karen Henry f Mary Hepburn* David Hodgson ’89 c Caitlin Holton ’96 Jennifer Jones f Sierra Kent David Kinney c Karen Langston Amy Lanterman* Debra Lapatta Amanda Levit Evelyn Lovett David Machelor* c Erkki Mackey Chris Marks Russell Mayhew Conor McArdle ’06 Maryann McArdle* c
Lisa McNealus ’79* c Letitia Milevskiy Andrew Millikin c Inessa Muse* c Robert Nicol Pauline O’Brien c Elizabeth Olmsted* c Robin Patch c Kara Pezzi Margot Phelan Ethel Pike* Alexander Popp Lawrence Rice ’61* f Peter Ross f Lorna Schilling* c Johanna Schneider Gail Smidutz Richard Smith c Alexei Sotskov Julia Tadlock Victoria Vinidiktova Doris Walker Xiang Wang c Kim Watson Roger Westine Keith Wilkerson Caitlin Wilkins ’07 Nathan Williams April Worden c
Current Parents and Grandparents Anonymous f Anonymous Clare Adams Steven Adams Richard Anderson Bethany Asplundh c Jose Barreiro Hernandez c Elliot and Pam Barsh Paul and Maribeth Bechtold c Dudley Blossom and Evgenia Apostolova-Blossom c Craig and Corrine Bogovich c William and Alice Borden c Karen Brennan c Sean Brennan* Wendy Brennan* c Cameron and Alison Burns Thomas and Jeanne Capasse Shirley Carson James and Alison Catanese f Casey Cota ’89* Hugh and Carol Cota c Jennifer Jury Cota* Richard and Helen Davidson c John and Kate Derwin c
Peter Deutsch Michel Deveault and Nancy Vadeboncoeur f Joseph ’79 and Carole Echanis Bruce Fenn ’59 and Linda Gordon f Mark Filanowski and Monica McNally Joanne and Ithiel Fuller f G. William and Christina Helm* c Karen and Matthew Henry f Jason and Shayne Hill c Ethan and Elise Hoblitzelle Carol Hogan c Mark and Mary Iamonaco* f Ronald Jacobelli David and Susan Jensen c Kurt and Selma Johnson c Jennifer Jones f John Jones c Basilio and Lauri Kalpakian c Gurudharm Khalsa and Catherine O’Callaghan c Deuk Kyun and Mihae Kim f Karen Lavoie* c Jong Su Lee and Hea Sung Kim Bruch Lehmann c Chunrong Li and Jun An David and Kimberly Liebow c Claire Lober* c Scott and Carole McKeon ’83* Chris and Katherine McLaughlin Debbie Meikle c Philip Meredith c Shawn and Jodi Merrill c Kerry Morton c Inessa Muse* c Joseph and Lisa Nimey Ken and Norma Norland c Scott and Karen Novak c Warren Nutting c Shane and Elizabeth O’Keefe* c David and Eileen Paluszek Robin Patch and Marvin Kendrick c Charles and Carol Paydos f Ronald and Maria Piccolo c Jeff and Kathie Ricker c Eric and Cara Roberts c Jaimi Russell Stephen and Marilee Scruton Hye Yang Shin and Sang Ho Lee Kyungsup Song and Yoojeong Chun c Kevin Stokes and Lisa DiMichele-Stokes Jared and Lisa Stolper* c
Jim and Patricia Strickland Michael Svensson f David and Lisa Therrien* c Robert Thibault and Hannah Parker Glenn Townsend c Scott and Cynthia Trendell Laura Valenti c Joe and Kathy Vogt c John and Lisa Vogt c Chunlin Wang Paul Weber and Sarah Messenger c Michael Whitehill and Robin O’Reilly Robert and Katy Williams Robert and Nelda Wilson c Stuart and Laura Wilson c Andrew and Melissa Wing George and Elizabeth Zobitz c
Family of Alumni Anonymous c Anonymous c Robert and Jeanne Abernethy* Linda and Milan Adrian* c Lesley Allen c William and Sally Allen Chuck and Kristen Anderson c Harold and Doran Anderson* c John and Gwendolyn Antesberger c Michael Arato* f Joan Arms Jacobo Ariza and Marta Suarez David and Mara Arzi c Mike and Anne Atkins c John and Caroline Beebe* Corina Belle-Isle ’80 Andrew and Mary Lou Belotti c Jeff and Nancy Berger c David ’62 and Penny Bergeson* c Harold Bigler Jean Black* f Bryce and Kathi Blair* J. A. and Deborah Bouknight* Clinton Brown and Andrea Zacher* Jean Brown f John Buta c Joel and Gail Cairns* c Robert Campbell ’65 c Sean ’70 and Joan Campbell* f Michael and Sally Candello* c
Virginia Canfield* c James and Betty Carpentier c Ricardo Carreno Ferreiro c Robert Cary ’56 and Janet Nussmann* Ann Castagnola* c Gail Chase* c Greg ’61 and Roberta Chase c Charles Cherington and Ashley Pettus Michael ’46 and Juanita Choukas* f Michael Choukas ’73* Janet Cintron c William ’61 and Lura Clark* f James and Anna Cole f Lawrence Cole ’51* Michael Collard and Megan Prior-Collard Kenneth and Foy Cooley* c Chris ’66 and Sue Cota* Hugh and Carol Cota c Cindy Creteau Dennis and Anne Cross* f Daniel and Sarah Culkin* c Dan and Mary Davis* c Richard DeMartini and Jennifer Brorsen* John ’77 and Jennifer Densmore Mary Dobyns* Charles and Susan Donahue* f Dorothy du Pont c Charles Duboc* Marion Ducey c Bradley and Beverly Dunbar* f Jayson ’86 and Marcie Dunbar c Thomas Durnford and Lisa Clouet* Stephen and Catherine Eisenberg Roger and Patricia Eisner Stephen and Susan Elliott Leanne and Todd Erickson* c Richard and Janet Fabricius Linda Fisher Anne Fitzgerald and Kevin Blue William FitzGerald and Sally Pennington* Kevin and Elizabeth Foley* f Mary French* f James ’66 and Laura Frey c John Frost* Roger and Joyce Fuller* c Tamara Funk* c Alice Gagnier Peter Gale and Kathleen McVey
Franklin and Roberta Geist f Glenn and Penny Gendron* Charles and Margaret Gibbs* William and Helen Gordon c Donald and Barbara Grant c Jim and Colleen Grout* c Paul and Karen Gustafson c Laura Halpern William and Leita Hamill f Fanning Hearon and Christy Coyne* William Heeks ’56 c Mary Hepburn* Catherine Hodgson c Howard and Jane Holloway c Kenneth and Judy Holzscheiter* f Chi Chiang Hom and Chiu Kwan* f Michael Horowitz* William and Cynthia Hosley c Peter and Janice Howe* Thomas Huntsman c Thomas ’72 and Melinda Inglehart c Harry and Barbara Ives* Douglas Jacobs Eleanor Jenks c Jonathan Jesup and Mary Chamberlin* c Barret and Jennifer Johnson c David and Andrea Johnson* James ’58 and Darragh Karr c Thomas Kenefick c Robert and Susan Kennedy David and Susan Kinney c Russell and Susan Klein* c Francis Korn c Chris and Karen Langston Amy Lanterman* Carolyn Lathrop c Frank and Michele Leonardo* c David and Charlotte Lesser c Monica Ley* Charles ’55 and Susan Long* Robert Long and Hope Norman c Timothy ’69 and Emma Lord* David and Barbara Losier Richard Low and Anne Almond c Lisa Luscan Elsa Luker* f Mary Jane Mackenzie* c Joshua Marks Carol Martin* c Keith and Nancy Mawson
Maryann McArdle* c Robert and Cathy McKeon* Lisa McNealus ’79* c Charles and Leigh Merinoff William and Margaret Morton* c George Moser ’48* Blair and Holly Nance* Marvin Neuman* Denis ’60 and April Noonan* c Joseph and Pauline O’Brien c Jeremiah and Mary O’Connor c Kevin and Roberta O’Donnell c William O’Grady and Cheryl Parker c Edward and Elizabeth Olmsted* c Hugh and Nancy Pennell Donald and Marjorie Penny c Harvey ’58 and Nancy Peterson* c Thomas and Jeanne Petzold c Noel Philp and Robin D’Alexandro Gordon and Denise Price c Joseph Prior* c Margaret Jane Radin* Brian Radovich Alan and Diane Raines* Lawrence ’61 and Sara Rice* f David ’65 and Judith Robinson* f Stuart ’45 and Margaret Robinson* c Leslie Roe Skaggs* c Jo Ryan* c Timothy and Patricia Salmon c Thomas and Catherine Savoca* c Stephen and Maureen Scalzo* Falko and Lorna Schilling* c Alice Seelye c Susan Sherrer c Alexei Sotskov and Victoria Vinidiktova John Specker and Susan Leader c Mary Spitz c Pamela Strain* c Spencer and Linda Struble* Robert Taft ’48 c Elinor Tappe Dalton and Pamela Thomas c Janice Tipert Laurence Titman c David Torrey ’49* William Torrey ’52* Patrick Tremblay and Anna Cocja M. Brooke ’64 and Riitta Tyler c
*Designates 5 or more consecutive years of giving through FY 2016 | c Designates a gift of $100–$499 (Wildcat Society) | f Designates a gift of $500–$999 (Winter Carnival Society) Bold Name: Designates a gift of $1,000 or more (Giving Societies) | This report is for FY2016, spanning July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016
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William and Kristen A. Tyson* c Elizabeth Van de Water* c Carl and Cornelia Wallin* c Thomas and Mary Walsh c Hongjun and Quihong Wang c Richard ’48 and Barbara Washburn c Priscilla Watson* c Joseph ’66 and Kerry Wevurski Barbara Widdoes* c Sandy Wolcott Catherine Wood c Richard and Carolyn Ziegler*
Pitney Bowes c RBC Wealth Management c The Richard and Barbara Whitcomb Foundation* Southern Vermont Podiatry c The Stevenson Brown Porter Fund* Target Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program f Westminster Auto Service c XL Global Services Inc.
Friends of the Academy
Gifts Made in Recognition
Steven and Anne August* Diane Barlow c Lawrence Biondo Jenn Calver c Catherine Caron* c Elliott Glass f Stephen Hardy* David Harvey c Mark Herko* Robert and Debra Kidwell c Matt McGuirk Nicole Olavarria Mary Williams*
In honor of 1 year since graduation!
Businesses, Corporations, and Foundations ACE Charitable Foundation f Allen Brothers Farm c Bank of America f BoA Merrill Lynch* c The Charles E. Harwood Trust* The Daniel E. Ford Fund* The DeMartini Family Foundation* ExxonMobil Foundation Inc.* f Genetech f The Jason Ritchie Hockey Foundation James E. & Constance L. Bell Foundation The Leita and William Hamill Foundation f Lokanta Hospitality, LLC c Northwestern Mutual Foundation Pathways for Change, Children’s Counseling Center, LLC c PG & E Corporation Foundation
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Abby Hart ’15
In honor of the 2015–16 VA faculty and staff Anonymous
In honor of The Annual Fund
In honor of the faculty and staff that make VA great
In memory of David Canfield ’53
Marie S. Frick ’81
Virginia Canfield
In honor of the gift of leadership
In memory of Don Brodine
Maria Piccolo and Ronald Piccolo
In honor of girls’ varsity ice hockey, Class of 2014
Henry M. Kimball ’79
In honor of Donna Disch Anonymous
Carly S. Radovich ’14
In honor of Dr. A. W. Saville
In honor of Mary Beth Peterson, Snooker Hamilton, and all of my colleagues in HS over the years
In memory of Duncan L. Jenks ’63
Sara A. Dunbar
In honor of the upcoming 50th Reunion Barry H. Lubotta ’66
In honor of the VA dining services team
Mark W. Saville ’84
Eleanor H. Jenks
In memory of Edwin Fellows Russell M. Fellows ’62
In honor of Erkki Mackey Kathie and Jeff Ricker
In honor of Finley Morton
Peter Ross
Carol Hogan
In honor of Vermont character
In memory of George French ’41
David Jensen and Susan Jensen
Ida Mae Specker ’05
Mary S. French
In memory of Angus Black ’41, John Lucy, H. Edmund “Beano” Tripp, and Warren Chivers
In honor of the VA Health Center team. They are wonderful!
In honor of Gregory Cairns ’08
Pam and Elliot Barsh
In honor of Gretchen Smith
John H. Anderson II ’61
In honor of Anne Atkins
Amber S. DiPasquale ’02
In honor of the many faculty who impacted me during my time at VA: Hibs, Doc Hewitt, Mr. Dunbar, the Farrells, the LeBruns, the Dineens, the Geists, Ms. A, Ms. McArdle… the list can go on!
Joseph and Pauline O’Brien
In honor of Holly Meredith ’18
Erin M. Kennelly ’97
In honor of all the dedicated faculty and staff who make a habit of excellence and make a difference every day Laura Valenti
In honor of all the great VA students I get to work with
In memory of Beano Tripp and John Lucy
Joel and Gail Cairns
Philip Meredith
Penn Lardner Jr. ’60
In memory of Ian Tkaczyk ’06
In honor of Bill Torrey ’52
Franklin and Roberta Geist Robert and Debra Kidwell Nicole Olavarria
Elliott Glass
In honor of Bob Hewitt Tod F. Eberle ’75 Stanley A. Wilkinson Jr. ’71 John S. Winder ’71
In honor of Jack and Susie Peters
In memory of Carroll Kinney
In honor of Jake Miekle ’18
Anonymous
Mary J. K. Williams
Glenn Townsend
In honor of Cedric Sherrer ’49
In memory of Janet Nickles
Susan Sherrer
Joanne Fuller
In honor of all the people who made my Vermont Academy experience perfect <3
In honor of Chris Marks
In memory of Jim Power
Rachel A. Montesano ’15
Megan Prior-Collard and Michael J. Collard
Wendy Brennan
In honor of the wonderful faculty! Ashley N. Potofsky ’13
Joshua Marks
In honor of Cody Collard ’08
Brian Casey Lee and Eliza Core Jim and Colleen Grout Kenneth Rickson Jessica Sullivan and Timothy Karcz Robert Whelan Jr.
In memory of Joan McBride Omsberg
In memory of Maj. Gen. Merritt A. Edson, USMC
Mark J. Culkin ’84
Herbert R. Edson ’51
In honor of Joe Echanis ’79 and Bob Harrington
In honor of Mary Hepburn
In memory of Ruth A. Roberts
Ramsey N. Hoehn ’97
Alan ’71 and Nancy Roberts
In honor of Melvin Norona
In memory of Ryan Ostebo
Theodore R. Ellsworth Jr. ’70
Ronald D. McClenton ’74
In memory of Michael J. Arato ’09
In honor of Sugar Bear
Henry M. Kimball ’79
In honor of Joe Zobitz ’19 Elizabeth and George Zobitz
In honor of Johanna Schneider
Michael Arato
Diane Barlow
In honor of John Lucy Richard G. Burton ’54
In honor of John Miller ’08 Cindy Creteau
In Memory of John Sawyer Jayson ’86 and Marcie Dunbar
In honor of John Wallin ’94 Carl and Cornelia Wallin
In honor of Roger Fitzgerald Wardwell W. Jones ’68
Ronald Jacobelli
In honor of the Class of ’80
In honor of Mike Choukas ’46
Peter A. Simard ’80
John H. Anderson II ’61 Gary E. Toothaker ’60
In honor of the Class of ’81
In honor of Mr. Echanis ’79 and Mrs. Mac Amanda R. Cloutier ’06
In honor of Nate Williams
Alphonso A. Simon ’81 Lamont D. Walker ’81
In honor of the Class of ’83 Adam R. Tschorn ’83
Bruch Lehmann
In honor of the Kelton Family
In memory of Nick Grout ’03
Westminster Auto Service
Mara and David Arzi
Brian Casey Mark Curran and Margaret Straub Kyle R. Nelligan ’03 Rob Outtrim III ’03 Merrill Lynch
In memory of Kenneth Watson ’70
In memory of Norm Cummings ’53
Nancy Vadeboncoeur and Michel Deveault
Priscilla Watson
Larrie S. Calvert ’53 Herb S. Ellis ’53 Larry A. Hale ’53 Michael B. King ’53 Richard G. Lunetta ’53 Peter L. Powers ’53 Richard L. Shanaman ’53 Thomas C. Upson ’53 George H. Welles Jr. ’53
In honor of Trevor Huntsman ’10
In honor of Phyllis Davis
Giving by Funds – Restricted Gifts
In memory of Johnathan Morse ’89 David and Andrea Johnson
In honor of Jordan Arzi ’12
In honor of Kihoon Song ’18 Kyungsup Song and Yoojeong Chun
In honor of Kurt Colling John and Lisa Vogt
In memory of Laurence Titman ’31 Jo T. Ryan
In memory of Lawrence Leavitt Franklin P Jackson ’45
In memory of Liz Mullhal Mark J. Culkin ’84
In honor of Liz Olmsted Alan B. Gould ’51 Jennifer Jones
Clare Adams Robin Patch and Marvin Kendrick
In honor of Tomas Deveault ’18
Thomas Huntsman
In honor of Wally Tipert III ’80 Janice Tipert
In honor of Warren Chivers Tod F. Eberle ’75
In memory of Rob Lord ’66 Richard Janis ’66 Barry H. Lubotta ’66 Curtis Mays ’66
In honor of Robert Anderson ’51 Alan B. Gould ’51
In honor of Lynn Farber Dawson L. Farber III ’66
Candy Chaples
In honor of Thom Collins
In memory of Robert Ley ’50 Monica Ley
PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION AUCTION Anonymous Anonymous Christine Armiger Elliot and Pam Barsh Joe and Laura Bates Paul and Maribeth Bechtold Paul and Lori Belliveau Dudley Blossom and Evgenia
Apostolova-Blossom Craig and Corrine Bogovich Matthew and Melissa Brady Sean Brennan Wendy Brennan David and Melinda Brodsky Thomas and Christine Burke Thomas and Jeanne Capasse Kurt Colling Casey Cota ’89 Jennifer Jury Cota Scott and Christine Curtis James and Lisa Damren Christopher Davidson Richard and Sarah Dennee John ’77 and Jennifer Densmore Peter Deutsch Michel Deveault and Nancy Vadeboncoeur Annette Douglass Abbey Edwards Jonathan Edwards Herb Ellis ’53 Catherine Eucker Bruce Fenn ’59 and Linda Gordon Edward Fiske and Helen Ladd Dennis and Pamela Gallagher Glenn and Penny Gendron Larry Gottesdiener Jason and Shayne Hill David Hodgson ’89 David and Julie Hogan Nathanial and Mary Hubbard David and Susan Jensen Steven Karol ’72 Marvin Kendrick and Robin Patch Peter and Ann Lambertus Amy Lanterman Robert and Patricia Lavin Bruch Lehmann Moss and Elizabeth Linder Marilyn Mahusky Maryann McArdle Debbie Meikle David and Lori Mellon Shawn and Jodi Merrill Andrew Millikin Gayle Morrisey Scott and Karen Novak David and Eileen Paluszek Kara Pezzi Jeff and Kathie Ricker Jaimi Russell
*Designates 5 or more consecutive years of giving through FY 2016 | c Designates a gift of $100–$499 (Wildcat Society) | f Designates a gift of $500–$999 (Winter Carnival Society) Bold Name: Designates a gift of $1,000 or more (Giving Societies) | This report is for FY2016, spanning July 1, 2015 – June 30, 2016
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Johanna Schneider Stephen and Marilee Scruton Richard Senerchia Laura and Bill Smith Richard and Alicia Smith John and Jennifer Steele Kevin Stokes and Lisa DiMicheleStokes Jared and Lisa Stolper David and Lisa Therrien Burton and Heather Thurber Vincent and Claire Tomasi Glenn Townsend John and Lisa Vogt Paul Weber and Sarah Messenger Keith Wilkerson Robert and Katy Williams Larry and Dianna Wilson Andrew and Melissa Wing George and Elizabeth Zobitz
The Harrington Classic Golf Tournament Donald Adams ’57 Kirk Blanchard Carolyn Boday Sean Campbell ’70 Greg ’61 and Roberta Chase Sarah Chase ’94 Philip Coonley Casey Cota ’89 Matthew Cota ’92 Monty Curtis John Dale Christopher Davidson Bob Dumais Jonathan Edwards Thomas Freund Jamison Gagnier ’90 Matt Galanes John Goodell Robert Harlow ’05 Casey Hartwright Taylor Hartwright ’12 David Hodgson ’89 David Holton ’68 Neil Hurley Donn Hutchins ’67 John Johnston Charles Jones ’83 Warner Jones ’84
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William Jones ’85 Steven Karol ’72 Jamie Lesage Laurie Lincoln Russell Mayhew Collin McKenzie ’12 Michael McLaughlin Todd Nebraska Marvin Neuman Rob Outtrim ’03 George Palanjian ’03 Alex Popp Sr. Alex Popp Jr. Walter Radulski ’87 David Robinson ’77 Jurrien Swarts ’94 Bob Trakimas Gerard Vye ’03 Andrew Ward ’93 Jeremy M. Ward Bethel Inn and Country Club Bread Loaf Corporation Bretwood Golf Course Cape Neddick Country Club Isle of Shoals Killington Mountain Links at Outlook Okemo Mountain Resort Old Marsh Country Club Sanford Country Club SPC Marcom Studio Stuart and John’s Sugar House The York River Landing White Birch Brewery
Global Programs Quan Sheng Li and Ji Zhang Ming Fan Wang and Yifan Yang You Zhou and Tao Lin
Endowment Gifts CLASS OF 1942 ENDOWMENT FUND Stewart Washburn ’42 CLASS OF 1955 FACULTY FUND Robert Derrenbacker ’55 CLASS OF 1977 WINTER SPORTS PARK David Robinson ’77
CLASS OF 2013 GIFT Peter and Christy Charman THE MICHAEL JOSEPH ARATO ’09 SCHOLARSHIP FUND Michael Arato
THE MAY CAMP AND WEBSTER U. WALKER JR. FACULTY SUPPORT FUND Robert Anderson ’51 Joy Walker
THE GEORGE BODAY JR. ’51 SCHOLARSHIP FUND Robert Anderson ’51 Frederic Nichols ’56
THE VERMONT ACADEMY ENDOWMENT FUND The Estate of Gail P. Chase The Estate of Frederick Huntley ’37 The Estate of Ryan Ostebo
THE BOB ’37 AND BETH CAMPBELL FUND FOR VISUAL ARTS AND LECTURE SERIES Margaret Lacoste
THE KURN HATTIN CHRISTMAS PARTY The Colin Spence Charitable Trust
THE EDWARD R. CHENEY ’44 SCHOLARSHIP FUND George Cheney ’48
CHOUKAS HOCKEY RINK IMPROVEMENTS Anonymous Abigail Abel Elliot and Pam Barsh Paul and Lori Belliveau Andrew and Mary Lou Belotti Craig and Corrine Bogovich Noel and Kathy Dalton James and Lisa Damren Richard and Sarah Dennee Walter and Janet Jury Joseph and Stephanie McDonald Chris and Katherine McLaughlin David and Lori Mellon Philip Meredith Francois Nadeau and Annie Fortin Joseph and Lisa Nimey Timothy Paydos John and Rebecca Peloso Jeff and Kathie Ricker Pierre Savard and Sandra Chenel Alexandra Simmons Richard and Alicia Smith Kevin Stokes and Lisa DiMicheleStokes Brian Wood and Darlene Walsh
THE NICHOLAS M. GROUT ’03 SCHOLARSHIP FUND Brian Casey Lee and Eliza Core Mark Curran and Margaret Straub Corey Grout ’00 Jim and Colleen Grout Victoria, Scott, Sam, and Gaelan Howell-Sylvester Kenneth Rickson Jessica Sullivan and Timothy Karcz George Tobin and Roberta Smith Tobin Robert Whelan THE LAURENCE AND DOROTHY LEAVITT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Anonymous THE NUTTING FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP The Estate of Edmund Nutting THE H. EDMUND AND MARY E. TRIPP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Anonymous THE PETER E. AND ELIZABETH BLAISDELL VAN DE WATER SCHOLARSHIP FUND Elizabeth Van de Water
SPECIAL PROJECTS THIS YEAR Anonymous Anonymous Pleasant Valley Hockey Association
Endowed Funds The Vermont Academy Endowment is made up of more than 50 individual funds, most of which are designated to provide perpetual financial support for scholarships, faculty, academic programs, and other endowed programs. Those who have provided gifts to the endowment of Vermont Academy form a strong foundation for our future and are forever a part of the Academy’s history. The following individual endowments represent the legacy of benevolent donors who’ve invested in the long-term growth of Vermont Academy as of June 30, 2016.
George I. Alden Scholarship Fund – Established in 1990 by the George I. Alden Trust, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Michael Joseph Arato ’09 Scholarship Fund – Established in 2007 in memory of Michael Arato ‘09, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students, with a preference for snowboarders who demonstrate high promise for success. Dr. Azel P. Barney ’14 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1964 through the estate of Dr. Azel P. Barney ’14, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Herbert F. Barry 1895 Fund – Established in 1971 through the will of Herbert F. Barry ’95, this fund supports the activities of the Vermont Academy Alumni Association and the school’s general operations. George Boday Jr. ’51 Scholarship Fund – Established in 2000 by the family and friends of George Boday ’51, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Edward C. ’22 and Arthur W. ’14 Bower Scholarship Fund – Established in 1997 through a bequest from Edward C. Bower ’22, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Bob ’37 and Beth Campbell Endowment Fund – Established in 2006 by Robert M. Campbell ’37, this fund supports Vermont Academy’s visual arts program and an annual lecture series. Edward R. Cheney ’44 Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 1976 in memory of Edward R. Cheney ’44 (husband of Sally Leavitt Bell), this fund provides scholarship support to qualified students with high academic promise. Class of 1942 Endowment Fund – Established in 1992 by Vermont Academy’s Class of 1942 in recognition of their 50th reunion, this fund supports professional growth opportunities for VA’s faculty and staff. Class of 1956 Endowment Fund – Established in 2000 through a bequest from J. Michael Harding ’56 in honor of Vermont Academy’s Class of 1956, this fund supports the school’s general operations.
Dixon ’61, John Dixon ’62, and John S. Dixon ’90), this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Colleen Donahue ’13 Fund – Established in 2013 by Julia Morrison and her granddaughter Colleen Donahue ’13 in recognition of the invaluable work of Vermont Academy’s Learning Skills faculty, this fund provides support for the Learning Skills Center and its faculty. Barbara Duboc Scholarship Fund – Established in 2009 by Charles A. Duboc to honor Elizabeth Duboc’s ’01 grandmother Barbara, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. E.E. Ford Foundation Faculty Development Fund – Established in 1989 by the Edward E. Ford Foundation, this fund supports professional growth opportunities for VA’s faculty and staff. Paul W. Glynn ’11 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1987 by the Glynn estate, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Nicholas M. Grout ’03 Scholarship Fund – Established in 2007 in loving memory of Nick Grout ’03, by his friends and family, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified day students. Hayes Environmental and Outdoor Fund – Established in 1994 by A. Reed Hayes III ’64, this fund supports environmental and/or outdoor activities as decided by the Head of School. Henry Hom Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 2000 by Chi Chiang and Chiu Hom in memory of their son Henry, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified day students who possess good character and high promise for success. Japha Family Scholarship Fund – Established in 2001 by Dan, Barb, and Yael ’01 Japha, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified returning students who are positive role models and show a commitment to the Vermont Academy community. Steven E. Karol ’72 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1995 by Steve Karol ’72, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students.
Susan Norton Coleman Scholarship Fund – Established in 2001, this fund provides scholarship support to qualified students with a preference to those from the southwestern United States or to Native American students.
Peter Klein ’97 Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 2001 in honor of Peter’s indomitable spirit, inquisitive mind, keen sense of humor, and devotion to the best interest of Vermont Academy, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students who possess good character and high promise for success.
Laura Soule Crane ’29 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1999 through a bequest from Laura Soule Crane ’29, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students.
Leavitt House Maintenance Fund – Established in 1982 by Laurence and Dorothy Leavitt, this fund supports the maintenance requirements of Leavitt House, the headmaster’s residence.
Alfred Dixon ’30 Family Scholarship Fund – Established in 1985 by Dr. and Mrs. Alfred B. Dixon in honor of their family’s tradition of enrollment at Vermont Academy (Dr. Alfred B. Dixon ’30, Alfred
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Robert L. Long Headmaster’s Discretionary Fund – Established in 1992 by Bruce Foerster, this fund provides discretionary support for the headmaster. Charles R. Luker ’49 Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 1985 upon the death of Charles R. Luker III ’49, then president of the Vermont Academy Board of Trustees, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified minority students. McCord Family Scholarship Fund – Established in 2004 by John McCord ’63 and his parents, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Mooney Family Scholarship Fund – Established in 2009 in recognition of Jim and Tamra Mooney’s loyalty and commitment to Vermont Academy during their 16 years leading the school, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Susan Johnson Murphy Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 1991 by the family of Susan Johnson Murphy (mother of Jennifer Caulfield ’88), this fund provides scholarship support for qualified female boarding students. William J. Newman Scholarship Fund – Established in 2007 by Margaret, John, John Jr., Billy ’93 and Allison ’95 Lanzetta in honor of Bill Newman’s 20 years of service to Vermont Academy, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Nutting Family Endowed Scholarship Fund – Established in 1999 by Edward W. Nutting in honor of his father, William E. Nutting 1898, and the many descendants of Abraham Nutting, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students who displays academic potential, determination, and good character. Samuel B. Pettengill ’04 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1992 through the estate of Samuel B. Pettengill 1904 and Helen M. Pettengill, this fund provides college scholarship support for qualified VA seniors from Vermont middle-income families. Reader’s Digest Endowed Scholarship Fund – Established in 1974, this fund provides partial scholarship support for qualified students from middle-income families after they have completed one year at Vermont Academy. Thomas O. Richardson ’59 Scholarship Fund – Established in 1989 by Thomas O. Richardson ’59, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. David Robinson III Scholarship Fund – Established in 1995 by the family and friends of David Robinson III and from his estate, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Anna A. Russell 1896 Scholarship Fund – Established in 2010 through the bequest of Marianna P. Burke in honor of Anna A. Russell 1896, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students who are Vermont residents. Robert Hargest Scholl and Katherine Parker Scholl Scholarship Fund – Established in 1991 by Robert and Katherine Scholl (parents of Bob ’50 and Don ’55 and grandparents of Jeff ’76, Greg ’78, Jon ’81, and Randy ’84), this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Sheehan Family Scholarship Fund – Established in 2005 by John L. Sheehan ’57, his family, and friends in memory of his mother, Blanche Osgood Sheehan ’34, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students from Rockingham, VT. 4 8 | FA L L / W I N T E R 2 017
H. Wayne Smith ’67 Memorial Scholarship Fund – Established in 1985 by Claribel Morris Smith ’30 and Dr. H. Wayne Smith in memory of their son, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students whose potential for academic and social achievement at VA and in later life is deemed noteworthy. William J. Stanton ’31 Fund – Established in 2007 through the estate of Bill Stanton ’31, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. Theodore Karl Tischler Scholarship Fund – Established in 2001 by David L. White ’52 OBE, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified VA seniors who excel in music or theater, the two fields Ted Tischler brought to life at Vermont Academy. H. Edmund and Mary E. Tripp Scholarship Fund – Established in 1995 through the estates of Edmund “Beano” Tripp and his sister Mary Tripp, and through gifts by Herbert S. Ellis ’53 and many friends, in honor of Beano’s 35 years of service to Vermont Academy, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified student athletes. Lou Gilbert Utley 1895 Fund – Established in 1969 through the estate of Lou Gilbert Utley 1895, this fund provides support for general operating expenses. Peter E. and Elizabeth Blaisdell Van de Water Scholarship Fund – Established in 1985 by more than 300 of the Van de Waters’ friends and associates at St. Lawrence University in honor of their 22 years of service to that institution, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students. May Camp and Webster U. Walker Fund – Established in 2005 by Webster U. Walker Jr. ’51, this fund provides discretionary funds to be used for unanticipated personal needs of the employees and retirees of Vermont Academy. George Werntz Scholarship Fund – Established in 1999 by Laurence G. Leavitt to honor his friend and long-time VA trustee, George Werntz, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students with a preference to support students of Native American descent. Winston-Gooding Scholarship Fund – Established in 1991 by John ’41 and Ethel Gooding in honor of their parents, this fund provides scholarship support for qualified students who possess academic potential, determination, good character, and a genuine love of athletics and the outdoors.
Endowed Funds in Formation Donald T. Brodine Memorial Fund Brown Family Fund Warren and Jean Chivers Scholarship Fund Class of 1955 Faculty Fund Class of 1991 Scholarship Fund Clement/Doughty Family Scholarship Fund Michael Choukas Jr. ’46 Scholarship Fund Dwight Cowan ’54 Memorial Scholarship Fund Frank C. Evans ’06 Memorial Fund George T. Leoniak ’96 Fund William S. Luring Support Staff Award Fund Robert R. and Margaret S. West Memorial Library Fund
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To know Justin Beebe was to be his friend
Justin and his fiancée, Jennifer Zaso
BY KELLIE CROWDER, JUSTIN’S LEARNING SKILLS TEACHER
Justin Beebe ’09, known simply as Beebe, lived his life with an open heart and “don’t hold back” credo. Whether you were a childhood friend or recent acquaintance, Justin had your back and helped make your life a little better. His smile brightened a room and sense of humor lightened your mood; he was in tune with the needs of those around him and effortlessly provided what was missing. His sense of adventure was contagious, and he could make anyone feel expansive. He was an incredible athlete, skilled outdoorsman, valued community member, curious and eager student, loving son, and incredible friend. Beebe came to Vermont Academy as a postgraduate student. As his Learning Skills teacher, I know that Justin was uncomfortable with academia, but it was his nature to take advantage of opportunities and approach every chance to grow with an open mind. A Vermonter and day student among what he considered more worldly outsiders, his considerable skill on the athletic field and ice rink earned him respect. Even so, his heart was always in helping people. Almost as if sneaking behind others’ backs, he would quietly make his way out to help build mountain bike trails and jumps on the ski hill. His boundless energy was impressive, and when Beebe was passionate about something, nothing could hold him back. His family’s close proximity to VA allowed Beebe to remain an active member of our community well after graduation. He often showed up at the ski hill to shovel snow, hang out in the lift shack, or randomly help fix a flat tire. He was always willing to lend a hand or ear, or just be there for moral support. During these times, Justin spoke freely and generously of his dreams to move west to fight fires. Living out loud, inspiring us with his love of adventure, Beebe moved toward life with an easy enthusiasm, forging tirelessly
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Justin Beebe was the ultimate gift of a life lived well and in full view. ahead. Ultimately, Justin died bringing his unique gifts of service and love of life to an ever-greater number of people. To know Justin Beebe was to be his friend. He would want us to live our lives with the spirit he instilled in all those he knew—love with an open heart, get outside and take a hike, plant a tree and watch it grow, live in the moment, and appreciate every gift. Justin Beebe was the ultimate gift of a life lived well and in full view. As I move forward with Beebe in my heart, I’m inspired to not hold back in my life. I hope you’ll join me. 1990–2016
Justin died on August 13, 2016, while fighting the Strawberry Fire at Great Basin National Park in Nevada. It was his longtime dream to become a member of the Lolo Hotshots.
Vermont Academy Remembers Former Faculty Member Marty Lynch and Former Staff Member Pam Howard
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MARTIN F. “MARTY” LYNCH of Hyde Park and formerly of Jamaica Plain died on May 23, 2016. Marty was a graduate of UMass Boston and Emerson College (M.A. in theatre education). He was well known for his love of theatre and the performing arts. While he enjoyed a distinguished career as a freelance artist in lighting and stagecraft at many professional Boston theatres, his greatest passion was teaching his craft to students of all ages. Marty was a member of Vermont Academy’s performing arts faculty in 2011–2012 and 2012–2013. He will be missed and remembered by many as both a mentor and friend. Donations in Marty’s memory can be made to Boston Children’s Theatre, PO Box 171388, Boston, MA 02117, or by visiting bostonchildrenstheatre.org.
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PAMELA HOWARD of Walpole, NH, died on Oct. 3, 2016, after a brief illness. Pam was born by the beach on June 18, 1943. She is the daughter of Harold and Jennifer (Szymanski) Sisson of Misquamicut, RI. Pam was a special person and loved by so many. Walpole was her home, where she lived and was a fixture in the community for the last 35 years. She was a dedicated volunteer as part of the cemetery committee and for the public library. She went to Lasell College and lived in Boston for many years before she and her husband, David, built their house in Alstead, NH. She and David were dedicated to helping other families build their own homes through their company, FirstDay Cottage. She loved her family, her many friends, the beautiful home she made, her dog, and finding the sun wherever she could. Pam was the registrar at Vermont Academy from 1990–2003, where her daughter, Amy, graduated in 1991. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory can be made to the Friends of the Walpole Town Library in Walpole.
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Calvin Cumings ’40
John Davis ’50 Nickname: Dave After Graduation: College Pet Peeve: Apple polishers Sports: Football, basketball, baseball Activities: Rifle club
Gilbert Jones ’41 Nickname: Gib, Little Fellow After Graduation: Dartmouth Pet Peeve: R. Egan Sports: Football, skiing, track Activities: Glee club, outing club, Emblem, dramatic club
Hugh Garvin ’42 Nickname: Bub, Huge, Garv After Graduation: Ohio State Hobby: Getting in trouble Sports: Football, ice hockey, skiing, baseball, track Activities: Outing club, dramatics club, camera club, LIFE board
Richard Leary ’43 Nickname: Mick, Mike, Dick After Graduation: Dartmouth or the service Pet Peeve: I haven’t any complaints! Sports: Football, hockey, baseball Activities: Rifle club, outing club
Richard Leavitt ’49 Hobbies: Sports, fishing, hunting Pet Peeve: Fast eating Activities: Rifle club, dramatic club, outing club Sports: Football, basketball, baseball
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Charles Denker ’51 Nickname: Mad Mexican, Denk After Graduation: Yale or Amherst Pet Peeve: Cobwebby mailboxes Sports: Football, rec skiing, track Activities: Rifle club, VA Life, band, camera club, outing club, dramatic club
Richard Norris ’53 Nickname: Dick, Norry After Graduation: Medicine Sports: Football, baseball Activities: Glee club, outing club, rifle club, senior class treasurer
Marshall Williams ’54 Nickname: Marsh After Graduation: Undecided Pet Peeve: Bells, sweeping the rink Sports: Football, hockey, baseball Activities: Glee club, rifle club, outing club, VA Life, fire department
James Barton ’56 Nickname: Jim, Timbo, the Gorgeous Greek After Graduation: Dentistry Sports: Basketball, baseball, trail crew Activities: Wildcat staff, student council, outing club, senior class president
Peter Chidsey ’56
Robert Jorgensen ’66
Nickname: Chu, Chid After Graduation: Forestry Sports: Trail crew Activities: Glee club, camera club, rifle club, outing club, fire department
Thomas Snell ’56
Nickname: Rob, Sandman, Jorge, T-Shirt Kid After Graduation: Government Pet Peeve: The heat inside the rink Sports: Football, hockey, baseball Activities: Student council, voice, yearbook, literary magazine board, outing club, senior class president
William Robert Lord ’66
Nickname: Tom After Graduation: Scientific research Hobbies: piano, Hi-Fi Sports: Football, track Activities: Glee club, camera club, rifle club, outing club
Roger Young ’57
Nickname: Rob, Tiny After Graduation: Forestry Pet Peeve: Studying Sports: Football, hockey, track Activities: Student council, proctor, yearbook, glee club, dramatic club, science club, outing club, store boy
David Holland ’70
Nickname: Smiley After Graduation: State Fish and Game Service or business Sports: Football, basketball, trail crew Activities: Glee club, rifle club, outing club, band
Stephen Byrne ’58
Nickname: Stick, Twig Sports: Cross country, basketball Activities: Glee club, camera club, school store, film society, band
Eric Thomson ’70 Nickname: Rick, T-Shirt Thomson Sports: Football, skiing Activities: Outing club, student faculty committee
Stephen Goodwin ’59
Charles Fenger ’71
Nickname: Shorty Sports: Football, basketball, track Activities: Science club, outing club
Favorite Saying: I can’t take this! Seen Doing: Sleeping, rolling tires down the ski jump Pet Peeves: White socks with black shoes, pseudo hippies Activities: Outing club, proctor, tour guide, VASA Sports: Soccer, ski team, lacrosse
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Stephen Hoar ’71
Jamal Britton ’92
Nickname: Rock the Rocket Pet Peeve: Friday practices; benches and bleachers Sports: Football, hockey, lacrosse Activities: Outing club, student council
Bradley Toomey ’76
Nickname: Hot Rod Activities: VASA, snack bar, tour guide Sports: Soccer, track, basketball, baseball
Ian Tkaczyk ’06
Sports: Football, track
Tabert Julius ’80
Sports: Soccer, basketball, tennis Activities: Silversmithing
Justin Beebe ’09
Ambition: Open a resort in Bellows Falls Quote: Everyone has a station in life; sooner or later someone tells you where to get off. Sports: Soccer, Alpine skiing, rec skiing Activities: Photography, dramatic club, WILDCAT, VA Voice, AV crew
John Bechard ’83
Sports: Soccer, hockey, baseball
Maggie Mae Fenney ’13
Nickname: Beach, Beecher Sports: Football, hockey, lacrosse
Activities: VASA Sports: Basketball, equestrian
Nancy Beaulieu Brown ’92 Nickname: Me Fe Sports: Soccer, lacrosse Activities: Yearbook, proctor, Orange Key Society
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Oliver Annson ’17 treats every practice like a game. He’s shown here perfecting his scoring touch. Follow VA athletics on Twitter @VAWildcatNation and Snapchat at VTAcademySports.
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Class Volunteer: J. Whitney Brown 53 Conanicus Avenue, Apt. 2G, Jamestown, RI 02835, whitleo621@cox.net
We were proud to learn that William Torrey was awarded an honorary degree from St. Lawrence University during their 160th commencement on May 22nd. In his address, he said “Don’t listen to anyone who says there are no opportunities. Opportunity is everywhere.”
CLASS OF 1942 Our 75th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteers: Duke Powell Jr. 6 Grandview Dr., Ridgefield, CT 06877, rdukepowell@comcast.net
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Class Volunteer: Franklin Pierce Jackson 120 Indian Trail, Scituate, MA 02066, fpjackson@comcast.net
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Class Volunteer: William Reoch PO Box 1184, Kennebunkport, ME 04046, reochwg@earthlink.net
CLASS OF 1947 Our 70th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: Robert Taft 50 Timberpond Dr., Apt. 3301, Peterborough, NH 03458, rtaft@ftfl-law.com
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Class Volunteer: Robert Scholl 470 Park Road Extension, Middlebury, CT 06762, scholllaw@sbcglobal.net
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Class Volunteer: Robert Anderson 345 Westbrook Road, Saint Helena Island, SC 29920, rbanders345@gmail.com
Bob Anderson passed along some news to his classmates in a newsletter of his own. Highlights included a note from Larry Cole ’51 who is busy with local politics with his post as a Selectman in Harwich, MA as well as running races around New England. His visit to campus for our 65th Reunion enabled him to train on the VA trails before competing in a 10k event in Gloucester, MA. He reported that Alan Gould ’51 continues to share his professional experience with all ages. He and his wife, Pat, shared a presentation on hearing impairment with 3rd and 4th graders in Middlebury, VT. His own activities have included a recent Great Lake cruise with his wife Barbara. The itinerary included a “bucket list” item of visiting Niagara Falls.
CLASS OF 1952 Our 65th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: George Welles 810 Monterossa Dr., Myrtle Beach, SC 29572, Ghwelles@gmail.com
George Wells wrote: “Thank you to our retired class agent, Dick vanRiper, our most generous classmates for supporting the 2016 Fund for Vermont Academy, and Virginia Canfield who has given for years in memory of her husband Dave, our beloved classmate.”
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Class Volunteer: Donald Megathlin 925 Main Street, PO Box 125, Cotuit, MA 02635, capemegathlins@verizon.net
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Class Volunteers: Donald Scholl, 895 Copes Lane, West Chester, PA 19380, dbscholl@verizon.net; W. Eugene Hays, 104 Cortland Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789, intlfruit@aol.com
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lass Volunteer: Frederic Nichols C 23500 Cristo Rey Drive, Unit 302D, Cupertino, CA 95014, fnichols56@gmail.com
CLASS OF 1957 Our 60th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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lass Volunteers: Bud Lewis, 125 River Birch Ln, Dalton, MA C 01226-2106, buddy456@me.com, BADOSANAA@aol.com; Robert Luke, 77 Hillside Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932, rdhl322@hotmail.com
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lass Volunteer: Don McInnes C PO Box 844, West Falmouth, MA 02574, dgmcin10@gmail.com
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lass Volunteers: George Yeomans, PO Box 33, C 106 Masquesatch Road, Westport Point, MA 02791, gyeomans106@yahoo.com; Penn Lardner, 20705 Meadow Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476, richardlardner@ sbcglobal.net; Dan Brown, 13 Foxborough Drive, Gilford, NH 03249, danbrownnh@gmail.com; Ronald Stewart, 919 Maumee Avenue, Mansfield, OH 44906, marqprint@aol.com
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Class Volunteer: John Anderson 304 Murphree Street, Troy, AL 36081, athtrain@troy.edu Class Volunteers: Peter Flatow, 3 Thomas Road, Westport, CT 06880, flatowp@coknowledge.com; Richard Weeks, 4242 N. 119 St., Lafayette, CO 80026, dick_weeks@hotmail.com
CLASS OF 1962 Our 55th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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lass Volunteer: Toby Hoopes C 109 Old Mill Court, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082, toho33@gmail.com
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Class Volunteers: Craig Baab, 637 Cloverdale Road, Montgomery, AL 36106, baablaw@aol.com; Augustus Clement, 4815 Rushford Place, Colorado Springs, CO 80923-7517, voicedocbc@hotmail.com
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Class Volunteer: Rick Janis Riverbend Motorcoach Resort, 5800 West Stage Rd 80, #217, Labelle, FL 33935, rick.janis@gmail.com
Rick Janis wrote: “Penny, Lionel (the dog), and I are again traveling. We left Florida in April and headed west on I10; we will probably log 12,000 miles this year until we return to Florida in December—after, of course, stopping for our 50th reunion. The trip started auspiciously as we followed the torrential rainstorms (or they followed us) through the Florida panhandle into New Orleans and then into Houston, where they had heavy flooding and roads were shut down. However, we persevered and managed to see the sights and historical places that were important (e.g., the Alamo, the world’s largest roadrunner, etc.). By the time we hit San Antonio, the storms broke, and we arrived in time to enjoy the Riverwalk Fiesta. The southwest desert geography is striking. It was a surprise to see such vast acreage covered with solar and wind turbines. These alternative energy farms cover anywhere from 50 to well over 200 acres, producing vast amounts of power (of course, only when the wind is blowing; the sun is not a problem; it’s sunny almost all of the time). Once we worked our way through the desert southwest and through west Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico, we entered California and worked our way
up the iconic Route 1 from Carlsbad to San Jose to visit my son. The entire California coast is beautiful; Big Sur stands out with great views and hiking opportunities. However, the best and most memorable part was our reunion with an old friend from the Class of ’66. We had the good fortune to spend two days with Hugh Stone and his charming wife, Anne, in Carlsbad. The picture is Hugh and I at lunch. (Somehow we didn’t get the wives in this picture. Sorry, ladies.)”
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Class Volunteer: Richard Moulton PO Box 97, Huntington, VT 05462-0097, rick@rickmoulton.com
CLASS OF 1967 Our 50 th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: Richard Sacknoff 24 Buckman Drive, Lexington, MA 02421, rsacknoff@yahoo.com
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Class Volunteers: John Hoder, 95 Riverscape Lane, Tiverton, RI 02878, john.hoder@yahoo.com; Mark Russell, 8 Sweet Fern Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107, mark.russell@rbc.com
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Class Volunteers: Bernard Hoyes, PO Box 961, Palm Springs, CA 92263, bernardhoyes@hotmail.com; Richard Patterson, 5 Nibang Ave., Old Saybrook, CT 06475, rpatterson@durhammfg.com
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Class Volunteers: Stanley Wilkinson, 227 Whetstone Road, Harwinton, CT 06791, budw@ride-ct.com; Thomas Hinman, 50 Baston Road, North Yarmouth, ME 04097, thinman14@gmail.com
CLASS OF 1972 Our 45th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteers: John Brucato, 12 Whip O Will Lane, Milford, MA 01757, jbrucato@gmail.com; Charles Gunn, 107 Emery Hill Rd., Henniker, NH 03242, cgunn@tds.net
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Class Volunteer: Bill Reid 394 Walnut Road, Putnam, CT 06260-2702, wbr655@yahoo.com
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Class Volunteers: Daniel Quartin, 108 Carriage Hill Drive, Newington, CT 06111, d_quartin@cox.net; James Bamman, 2 Reeves Avenue, Guilford, CT 06437, custom.homes007@yahoo.com
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Class Volunteer: Sean Bersell 1213 N. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, CA 91207, VA77@mindspring.com
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Class Volunteer: Thomas Oxholm 1079 Firetower Road, Colora, MD 21917, toxholm@wna.org
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Our 40th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
Our 35th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: Emily Lamothe Colson emcolson@gmail.com
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lass Volunteers: Peter Hamilton, 16 Audubon Park, C Lynn, MA 01902, peterlhamilton@yahoo.com; Jane Ogden, 485 West St., Cornwall, VT 05753, janevermont@gmail.com; Diane Wilder, 807 Aubrey Avenue, Ardmore, PA 19003, wilderfrancone@yahoo.com
Hank Kimball wrote: “In May, we held our 12th annual JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) hockey fundraiser at First Arena in Elmira, New York. We had over 130 skaters, which included kids’ hockey games in the morning and adult games in the afternoon. We have raised over $100,000 in 12 years. Allison, my 18-year-old daughter, has had Type 1 diabetes since the age of 3. Her life is full of needles, but we have had great progress in equipment since she was diagnosed. Ally wears an insulin pump and a Dexcom sensor that delivers her blood glucose numbers in real time to her iPhone. We have a great community of hockey players that look forward to this tournament every year. I can’t help but remember those cold days on the VA ice every time I step on the ice. A shout-out to Paul Fenton ’79, who is in the Nashville Predators organization. The Preds are currently in the NHL playoffs!”
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lass Volunteers: Scott McKeon, 6 Cornwall Circle, Wayne, PA C 19087, scott.mckeon@chubb.com; Daniel Dougherty, 22 Shattuck Street, Natick, MA 01760, dougherty.doc@gmail. com; Keith Canning, 126 Hersey Street, Portland, ME 04103, kcanning@pinestatetrading.com, Dora Sudarsky, 2 Bay Court, South Burlington, VT 05403, dsudarsky@msn.com, Adam Tschorn, 6310 Maryland Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90048, atschorn@gmail.com
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Mark Culkin wrote: “I sailed in the 39th George Moffett memorial race in September on Magic Time, a 30-foot Vineyard Vixen. Forty-five boats entered in two divisions. Thirty-eight started and 37 finished the race held in the Vineyard Sound off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard. It was a beautiful, sunny day for the 10.9-nautical mile race, and Magic Time came in 17th. A reception was held afterwards at the Vineyard Haven Yacht Club for race results and rewards.”
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CLASS OF 1987 Our 30th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: Charmion Handy PO Box 439, Saxtons River, VT 05154, Charmion_handy@yahoo.com
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lass Volunteers: Ann Jones, 21 Maple Street, Woodstock, VT C 05091, anndanjones@gmail.com; Lee Ryder, 2361 S. Columbine Street, Denver, CO 80210, lryder@univhousing.com; Jamison Gagnier, 187 Georgetown Rd., Weston, CT 06883, jgagnier@me.com; Mary Dean, 2 Hanson Road, Canton, CT 06019, hotmary@mail.com
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Class Volunteer: Amy Howard 317 29th Street, Apt. 206, San Francisco, CA 94131, amyh294@gmail.com
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Class Volunteers: Elizabeth Adams, 24 Central Ave., Rutland, VT 05701, ReillyVT@yahoo.com; Mark Engelke, 88 Glenmere Dr., Chatham, NJ 07928, markcengelke@aol.com
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CLASS OF 1992 Our 25th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteers: Noel Chipman, 418 Mountain Rd., Concord, NH 03301, noelchipman1@gmail.com; Adam Garner, 900 S. Lamar Blvd, Apt. 203, Austin, TX 78704, adam_k_garner@yahoo.com
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lass Volunteers: Meghan Giroux, 9 Pleasant St., Bristol, VT C 05443, meghan.giroux@gmail.com; Elizabeth Parks, PO Box 53, Manchester Center, VT 05255, betsyparks21@gmail.com
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Class Volunteer: Kirk Vaughan 401 Allister Dr., #103, Raleigh, NC 27609, Kirk.Vaughan@gmail.com lass Volunteers: Erin Kennelly, 101 Main Street, Apt. 11, C Keene, NH 03431, ekennelly@gmail.com; Sarah Weilbrenner Viteri, 141 Idlewood Drive, Stamford, CT 06905, Sweilbrenner@ gmail.com; Andrew Robinson, 21 West Hughes St., Baltimore, MD 21230, andrewrobinson01@gmail.com; Aaron Walsh, PO Box 385, Marlboro, VT 05344
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Class Volunteers: Alexandra Walsh Guard, 159 South St. #1R, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, alexandraguard@gmail.com; Corey Esau Jaworski, 21 Beacon St, Apt 1, Marblehead, MA 01945, coreyejaworski@gmail.com; Matthew Cotter, 3 Locust Lane, East Sandwich, MA 02537, capecotter11@gmail.com; Devin Finigan, PO Box 193, Sedgwick, ME, 04676, devineyre@ hotmail.com; J. Andrew Guard, 159 South St., #1R, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, jandrewguard@gmail.com; Kristin Dubak, 561 California Rd., Bronxville, NY 10708, kmdubak@gmail.com Class Volunteers: Robert Bergman, 95 Settlers Dr., Hancock, ME 04640, robergdawg@yahoo.com; Amber DiPasquale, 13685 Water Springs Ct., Centerville, VA 20121, amberdipasquale@gmail.com; John Penney III, c/o John Penney, 1347 Trebo Rd., Chester, VT 05143, jpenney3@gmail.com
CLASS OF 2002 Our 15th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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lass Volunteers: Eliza Cross, 153 West Brookline St. # 1, C Boston, MA 02118, elizacross@msn.com; Christina Flood, 67 Main St, Apt 11, Brattleboro, VT 05301; Britton Inglehart, 21857 Lake Ave., Wellesley Island, NY 13640, binglehart@gmail.com; Kyle Nelligan, 6623 Wedderburn Dr., Wilmington, NC 28412, nellybelly33@gmail.com; Amy Olsen, PO Box 2240, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, Amyvelte@gmail.com; Andrew Robinson, 21 W. Hughes St., Baltimore, MD 21230, andrewrobinson01@gmail.com
Jenn Tolero-Heidbrink wrote: “My husband and I continue to reside in beautiful Vermont. I recently received my license in mental health counseling through the state. We welcomed our daughter, Harper Evelyn Heidbrink, on March 22. We were very lucky to have Lauren Shockley ’03 as our attending nurse during my delivery.”
Our 20th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteers: Alexander Law, 2721 Black Oaks Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55447, alexhlaw22@gmail.com; Kathryn Turner, 112 Fairview St. NW, Leesburg, VA 20176, kathryn.abernethy@gmail.com
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Class Volunteers: Katherine Dawes, 243 Moria Place, Aston, PA 19014, katherinefdawes@gmail.com; Sarah Murrow, 107 Greenridge Rd.,Timonium, MD 21093-6123, sarah.ramian@gmail.com; Andrew Tyson, 79 South Ave, Apt 1, New Canaan, CT 06840, mr.andrew.tyson@gmail.com
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Hilary Curry wrote: “Helen and Robert Curry joyfully announce the marriage of their daughter, Hilary Post Curry, to Beverly Ann Harrell on August 24, 2015. The private ceremony on the beach in Charleston, SC, was officiated by their friend Kincaid Fairburn and was followed by a small dinner with friends at Trattoria Lucca. The couple and their two dogs live in Charleston.”
CLASS OF 2007 Our 10th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteer: Paulina Borrego 73 Perthshire Rd., Apt. 3, Brighton, MA 02135, paulinaborrego12@gmail.com
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Shannon Scott wrote: “I graduated from Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC, on May 7 with a BA in business and a concentration in accounting. Thank you, VA, for preparing me to be successful in college.”
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Class Volunteers: Kelly Johnson, 60 Orchard Drive, Eastham, MA 02642; Adam Hennick, 109 Marie Curie, Dollard-desOrmeaux, QC H9A 3C5 Canada, hennick_13@hotmail.com
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Class Volunteers: Shelby Johnson, PO Box 774, Sterling, MA 01564, shelby.johnson579@gmail.com; Thomas Savoca, 47 Circle Dr., Ridgefield, CT 06877, tsavoca1@gmail.com
CLASS OF 2012 Our 5th Reunion is September 22–24, 2017 Mark your calendar now!
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Class Volunteers: Molly Brennan, mbrennan1496@gmail.com; Erik Nielsen, 75 Wentworth Rd., Walpole, NH 03608, foshuga@gmail.com
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Class Volunteers: Eddie Miller, 19 Benedict Place, Greenwich, CT 06830, kemill15@stlaw.edu; George Atkins, george.w.atkins.19@dartmouth.edu; John Scoby, 5331 34th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710, jscoby15@gmail.com
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