The Lamp Spring 2014

THE LAMP

VOLUME 5, NUMBER 2 Spring 2014

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Oldfields Cultivates a Spirit of Giving

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We realize that the requests from nonprofit organizations like us may seem continuous – and they are. Our commitment to our students is continuous as well. Oldfields must continually ask for your generosity because our mission depends on it. We also know how to give.

The School strives every day to instill that same sense of generosity within our student body; developing their largeness of heart. We invite you to explore the many ways that Oldfields students are "paying it forward."

My Sister's Circle What could be better than spending a Sunday afternoon getting acquainted with a horse? Not much!

Oldfields found this out with My Sister's Circle, an organization that mentors 6-18 year old girls from inner city schools. Students are accepted into the MSC organization because they show great potential, but are in at risk situations. Within our program, named “Horsing Around,” students complete sessions occurring on four consecutive Sunday afternoons.

They learn basic horse care and beginner riding skills. Once they “graduate,” we invite them back when space allows. Every four weeks, we begin with a new set of girls. Many of the girls from My Sister's Circle are timid at first, but by the end of their time at Oldfields, they are confident, smiling, and sitting proudly on the backs of our beautiful, and patient, Oldfields horses.

It was a great reminder to all of us that horses have the ability to positively impact lives in many ways! The program was so successful that it will be repeated this spring through the fall.

Results The fear and uncertainty of 20 young girls was transformed into joy and confidence.

Our OS girls' grew as they connected and developed relationships with their new friends through sharing the amazing experience of riding with girls who would never have otherwise had the opportunity.

In the end, we weren't sure who benefited more….the OS girls or the MSC students!

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Oldfields Girls Get Together • Spirit Campaign Update • Portraits in Philanthropy Shout Outs! • Don't Snooze on the OS News • Oldfields on the Road

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Philippine Relief Effort With over 6,200 deaths and 13 million people displaced, Typhoon Haiyan was the worst storm on record. The devastation was felt acutely here at Oldfields due to our international students hailing from the Philippines. Thankfully, no one lost close relatives. Led by Maria Vaporis, the Director of Library Services, the OS Yogis and Asian Cultures Club leapt into action and together made a number of gift items to sell, such as body scrubs & hot sox. Also sold were popular Asian items and delicious local ice cream which was donated by the Dallam family and the Environmental Club. A heart-felt presentation was made at Morning Meeting and the School community came together, purchasing almost everything!

Results Close to $800 was raised and sent to the AmeriCares Philippine Relief Fund.

Oldfields girls learned that when caring individuals join together, even small efforts can make a difference.

Running for a Reason Giving back can be even more rewarding when a cause is married with a personal passion, like running! Races are a common way for charities to raise money and they can be a "win- win" for our girls. A local 5K, Charlie's Run, attracted 900 runners, raising money for a scholarship fund at one of our favorite places, The Odyssey School.

Oldfields was also the location for the 5th Annual Half Marathon sponsored by Back on My Feet Baltimore, an organization which uses running to help those experiencing homelessness change the way they see themselves so they can make real change that results in employment and independent living. Not only did our students run the race alongside these amazing people who are turning their lives around, but the opportunity to help plan and staff the event and cheer on the runners at the water stations gave everyone a chance to be part of something magical. The spirit at this race was unlike any we have ever experienced.

Results: 31 of Oldfields girls and faculty/ staff used their talent of running to raise money and awareness for these worthy causes.

61 of our Oldfields Community volunteered their time and became part of these inspirational charity events.

Green Team vs. White Team Community Service Donations Michele Harrison, Oldfields Community Service Director, has one big job description!

One of her responsibilities is overseeing an ongoing donation effort that benefits a wide variety of organizations. Donations of toiletries, food supplies, and clothes are given by students over a set period of time. Frequent announcements at Morning Meeting update the community on which team is in the lead. This of course spurs the teams to donate more in friendly competition. Everyone is a winner when it comes time to deliver the goods to the various charities.

Results: Over 3,000 toiletries where delivered to the Youth Advocate Program.

1,985 items of food were provided to a Baltimore food bank in need.

2,200 articles of clothing were collected for Happy Helpers for the Homeless.

Happy Helpers for the Homeless In addition to donating supplies to this amazing cause, Oldfields students got the life changing experience of actually seeing the results of their collection efforts. Homeless and poverty stricken men, women and children count on this organization to deliver food and goods every weekend, rain or shine, holidays included. The girls helped prepare and deliver "goody bags" of toiletries, give out sandwiches, and oversee the distribution of food.

Upon noticing that one of our student volunteers was not looking very cheerful, Director of Community Service, Michele Harrison, inquired if she was feeling alright. The student shared her shock at the sheer number of people in need of help. Hearing about the plight of homelessness and donating from a distance is one thing, but to look into their eyes and see that they are people, just like you, is a humbling experience and one that everyone should have.

Oldfields Girls Get Together New Program Connects Students and Alumnae Class POP QUIZ Q. What do you get when you add vision + hard work? a) a brand-new pilot program with great potential b) fun ways for OS girls of different eras to share stories and network for internships and jobs c) increased annual giving among Oldfields alumnae d) lots of fun -- and a bit of frustration to get it started! e) girls soaring to the top in leadership A. All of the above!

So what’s the vision, and what work is being done?

First, some background; our alumnae love Oldfields their entire lives because OS does a great job in so many ways. One of our biggest challenges is to help alumnae and parents understand that their appreciation of Oldfields has to have a practical component. Their donations over time, large and small, are very important. Unfortunately, many classes with forty or fifty alumnae have only two or three who donate to the Annual Fund.

By Katie Aiken Ritter, Director of the Oldfields Annual Fund

THE WORK 8th and 9th grade girls will film a 'thank you' video in English, Chinese, Spanish and Korean, for current donors and ask those who have not yet participated in the Annual Fund to join in.

10th grade students will write personal thank you notes to alumnae who have given.

11th grade girls will reach out to alums who share their reunion year; the classes of 2005, 1995, etc.

Senior girls will lead the program, pledging $20.14, symbolic of their graduation year, and encourage each other to keep this tradition going for years to come.

THE VISION Enter six senior girls: Liz Matsiyevskiy, Addie Heck, Ashley Whiteley, Charlotte Green, Isabeau Rea and Cathy Pang quickly understood that ‘giving back’ among alums is an idea best learned while girls are still at Oldfields. But how? By making it fun for students and alumnae…and the Student-Alumnae Class Connection was born! Addie and Ashley did a skit to launch the idea, and invited each grade to develop a special 'alumnaecentered' activity that can be repeated each year.

Annual Fund vs.

Capital Campaign: What’s the Difference Anyway?

By Ryan Kirk, Associate Director of Development

With the launch of the Spirit Campaign, and in tandem with our Oldfields Annual Fund Drive, a lot of people ask, What’s the difference between them, and why am I being asked for two gifts now instead of just one? If I didn’t work in development, I would find myself quizzically asking the same. So, perhaps the clearest way to illustrate the difference is through analogy.

Let’s look at a household budget. Most of us have two kinds of expenses that we need to account for: recurring expenses and occasional expenses.

Recurring expenses are the kinds of things that we have to pay for consistently on an ongoing basis, like our mortgage, car payment, insurance, student loans, utility bills, groceries, etc.

BUT WAIT…THERE’S MORE! All the girls will be invited to participate in alumnae phonathons.

We have already completed two events, and although the girls were timid at first, they soon were sharing stories and connecting with women who know and love Oldfields too! If you were already contacted by a hopeful and hard-working OS girl, thank you for answering the phone! The girls raised over $10,000 in one night, with pledges ranging from $25 to $1000.

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…AND EVEN MORE It’s no secret that alumnae connections create great networking opportunities. At Alumnae Weekend, this year’s reunion classes will be invited to meet the senior girls, as these classes will always share reunion years. This "alumnae buddy connection" will solidify relationships between the generations, allowing younger girls to benefit from the experience and wisdom of the women who have gone before them.

We appreciate any support you can give to our new StudentAlumnae Class Connection program as we help our girls become leaders who soar to the top!

The operational budget is to Oldfields what a monthly budget is to an individual or family. The Annual Fund supports the operational budget by covering the gap between tuition income and the operating expenses of the School.

On the other hand, there are occasional expenses for larger purchases for which we plan, and that we only expect to incur perhaps every five to ten years. An example of this would be a family that is saving up money to put a new addition onto their house to accommodate their growing family. In the case of Oldfields, these planned expenses are supported by the Capital Campaign. The School raises money for building projects, the endowment fund, and for debt reduction as part of

Spring 2014 marks another exciting milestone in our Sustain the Spirit, Support the Future, Oldfields at 150 Campaign. We are pleased to announce that we have currently raised $6.6 million, 55% of our $12 million goal. Gifts and commitments secured in the first quarter of 2014 are designated for further technology improvements - including wireless upgrades and professional development opportunities – as well as improvements to the Old House complex in honor of former Head of School Hawley, and his wife, Wendy Rogers. The technology improvements will come in the form of continued expansion of the wireless internet access in the dormitories and outlying campus buildings. The final phase of this work, scheduled for summer 2014, will mark the completion of our goal to make Oldfields operationally wireless. This comes at a critical time in the School’s overall progress moving toward a digitally based curriculum where laptops and tablets are more fully integrated into the student’s classroom experience than ever before.

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the capital campaign. However, money raised for these special projects cannot be used to pay for annual expenses. It’s up to the School to make sure that the operational expenses are paid before we can put money aside for our special projects. In order to accomplish this, we ask the members of our community for two gifts: the usual gift that they make to the annual fund, and a one-time commitment to the capital campaign.

These are exciting times at Oldfields. With a solid base to build on and a strong plan for the future, we thank all of you who support Oldfields School. As Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.”

Portraits in Philanthropy Highlighting Loyal Friends of Oldfields

By Laurie Hurd, Director of Development

The Annual Fund is not glamorous. It is the "work horse" of any schools development program. The Annual Fund helps keep the lights on, the dorms warm, and the faculty and staff paid. It is essential for a school’s well-being.

At Oldfields, we think of the Annual Fund as a trusted friend - reliable and supportive. Knowing this friend is “there” provides us with a sense of comfort and security allowing us to plan for the future. Like a faithful friend, it is there year after year. Below are insights from a few of our exceptionally consistent givers. We thank them for sharing their thoughts and for being excellent role models for our current students!

Tracey Armiger Beck ’75 has been on the OS staff since 1985. She visited several girls’ schools in the area, but when she drove on campus, she knew right away that Oldfields was where she wanted to be. Tracey liked the small school atmosphere and being close to the faculty.

She sees OS as a place that pulls together, like a family, no matter what, and she wants to make sure Oldfields is around for future generations. Today Tracey sees what a difference Oldfields continues to make in the lives of the girls here. She continues to give to the AF because…

" I give to Oldfields because my experience here and the friends I made were so important to my development and I want to help today's students who are looking to find themselves as well."

Julia Franklin, faculty 2006-2012 chose to contribute to OS while she was a faculty member because she saw first-hand how contributions to the Annual Fund went toward helping the School remain in good financial standing and enrich the lives of the OS community. She believes that single-sex education allows girls to succeed in ways that aren't available in a co-ed environment, like being able to hold leadership positions in a variety of areas, ask questions in classes with less fear of embarrassment, etc. In addition, Julia shares that when she visits, it feels like a part of her is going home.

" …Working at OS has shown me the big difference between the tuition and what it really costs to run the School."

Barrie Blazer Conner ’74 credits Oldfields with helping her learn about herself.

She came from a small town in Kentucky where her family lived a comfortable life, being "a big fish in a small pond" as she puts it. Oldfields opened her eyes to just how big and diverse the world is! She was humbled at first, but then gained a better understanding of herself and her background. She became more grounded and moved on to college with confidence.

" I have continued to give because I recognize how important educating today's girls is to the future and OS does such an amazing job at creating a nurturing environment in which students can grow."

Lulu Laubenstein Good ’72 came to Oldfields from a small coal mining town in upstate Pennsylvania. She blossomed here. The other girls seemed so worldly to her. It turned out what mattered at Oldfields was who you were, not where you came from. “Teachers wanted every girl to soar. I learned how to think creatively in a gentle and kind atmosphere.” She never experienced barriers because she was a girl. It helped her learn how to get things done, so when she encountered challenges as a producer at NBC, she was ready. "Many girl schools have merged or closed, but I still have Oldfields to go home to and I want to ensure the School continues. The girls may not wear uniforms today, but we have a shared experience. I still find the OS motto; Courage, Humility and Largeness of Heart, useful in my life every day."

Kingsley Jack ’64 lives in California and teaches etiquette classes to everyone from executives to football players. She writes, “An investment in the future can only be achieved through annual giving and individual gifts. Oldfields is in good shape, and I want to see that excellence continue. Oldfields gave me a solid foundation. I felt secure and happy there, and I want other girls to have that experience. I believe in single-sex schools. The leadership skills I learned years ago through my roles as Green Team Captain and prefect have served me well in adulthood. Friendships with students and faculty meant everything to me. I have maintained a 50 year relationship with most of them."

" Oldfields defined who I am. I live my life today with Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart."

Diana Fulford LaCasse ’88 had a wonderfully positive

experience at Oldfields and she wants to ensure that the opportunity is available for others. She and her husband continue to work in independent education, and she wonders if that is why she understands how important it is to give, regardless of the amount. She values the tradition of "paying it forward.” “Even if it isn’t a lot, it is the participation and the consistency that matters over time.” A conversation with her father was the catalyst to prioritizing her giving. Coming from a very competitive school environment, a light bulb went off when she got to OS.

" Now you all have made it so easy, I can just give on-line.”

" I got so much from my Oldfields experience, it would be wrong of me not to support it."

" Oldfields showed me I have value; maybe not on the AP scale, but there are lots of different ways to learn."

Caroline Latrobe Saylor ’99 is the Manager of Custom Design Product Development at Tiffany & Co. in New York. She grew up at Oldfields, and it has been a part of her life ever since she can remember. Her mother, Barbara Latrobe, has been the executive assistant to the Head of School for 23 years. Her sister, Casey, also attended OS. She says, “Giving back is the least I can do. I must admit, I hear my mother’s voice asking if I have made my Annual Fund gift yet! The first couple of years, I had to be reminded." A fun moment occurred when she recently got a call from a student during the Annual Fund phonathon – Caroline realized that the student caller was her mom's advisee! Caroline gives because Oldfields is a part of who she is.

" …I believe if each person gives a few dollars, it will add up so that the School can continue to offer programs that make a big difference in the lives of young women."

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Mana Shaw ’09 will graduate from Dickenson College this spring with a major in Women’s and Gender Studies and a minor in French. She has given to OS since graduation, believing it is important to help others gain the opportunity to learn in a small environment and have close relationships with teachers. When asked how she connects her self-described "modest" gift to the bigger picture of making a difference, she is very clear…

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We hear consistent themes in each story; a special connection to Oldfields, gratitude for what the School gave them, and a desire to give other girls the opportunity to experience the same. We hope that you, along with our current students, are encouraged and inspired to give consistently by the insights shared above from these generous hearts. We thank them all for their continued loyalty.

Better Technology | Stronger Community Carrying your fellow alumnae in your pocket No matter how busy your schedule, you can now connect with the School and Oldfields alumnae via an App called Oldfields Alumnae Mobile.

Available Free at iTunes or Google Play for Android.

How does the map feature work?

When you click "Nearby" in the sidebar navigation, you will be brought to the map feature. It will first ask you if you will allow the app to find your location.

If you say yes, the map will geolocate you and show you the pushpins of other alumni in your area. If you say no, you will need to search for a zip code/ city/state etc. in order to be brought to a specific location for you to view. If you would like a list of the alumni in a specific location, search for the location and then click the icon in the top right corner of the map and it will give you a list of the alumni records. To search for an alum, or to search for a specific location in the map feature, click on the search icon on the bottom of the map. You can also click the filter icon on the map page to narrow your results.

Shout Outs!

There are not enough pages in the newsletter to thank everyone who generously gives to Oldfields, but here are a few of the recent highlights. Thanks everyone!

Generous Donations Oldfields would like to recognize our recent “gifts in kind” donors. The following friends of the School have donated incredible goods and/or services: Carol Atterbury ‘74 Meghan Bozel Kim and Martin Dolan P ‘15 William Gray

Betsy Isaacs P ‘05 ‘08 Stuart and Jim Pitcher P ‘14 ‘15 Beth and Stan Preston P ‘14

Also, a sincere “Thank you” to all our donors who wish to remain anonymous.

Holiday Happenings Warmest thanks to our volunteers, Rosaleen Bernier, P ‘16 and P ’17, Kelli Davies , P ’16 (Parent Association Co- Presidents), and Julie Selby P ’17 (Parent Association Secretary), who led the holiday cookie decorating effort. Also thanks for the warm, fuzzy socks that all the girls found in their mailboxes this winter!

Oldfields Gatherings The OS team is looking forward to our 2014 Spring Gatherings across the country. These wonderful events would not be possible without the generosity of our hosts: Dr. Dennis O’Brien and Mrs. Valerie Sill P ’17 – Greenville, DE Elizabeth “Biddie” Labrot ‘76 Denver, CO Lisa Chapin ‘86 – San Francisco, CA Robert and Frances Pope Hohman ‘82 Tiburon, CA Karl and Wanda Cole-Frieman ‘90 PT ’04 – Oakland, CA Allie Lurey ‘06 – Los Angeles, CA If you live in the above areas, watch for your invitation in the mail. Contact JermakianJ@OldfieldsSchool.org with any questions.

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Don't Snooze on the OS News Grandparents Day April 11 brought over 75 grandparents to our campus – a record breaking number! The weather was perfect and the girls were thrilled to share their day with their grandparents. A special performing arts recital and a slide show of visual art works showcased some of the talent at Oldfields. We hope even more grandparents can attend next year! th

Arts Week The first week in March was the perfect time for our Annual Arts Week – a time to give all our students the opportunity to explore the visual and performing arts through special guest performances, creative workshops and a student talent show. In between polar vortexes, we were entertained by a member of the Beijing Opera. The dance studio was filled with girls learning hip-hop from professional dancers, as well as the detailed choreography of being a Disney Princess.

Workshops in the studios every afternoon allowed girls that aren’t enrolled in our formal art program to experience paint, glue, and clay. By far, everyone’s favorite

event was the Student Talent Show. The exciting part is uncovering hidden talents in girls that have never performed before!

One of our beautiful young ladies danced while signing the words to a popular song – what a surprise that Matilda knew sign language! The most wonderful aspect of Arts Week is that it gives everyone a chance to explore their talents.

Athletic Update Spring Interscholastic Sports are in full swing. Current stats give some insight into our season and we are very proud of our girls: Varsity Badminton: 2-5, JV Badminton: 3-4, Softball: 0-6, Lacrosse: 12-0, Track & Field: 4-4 with 6 School records!

What these statistics don’t show is the bond these girls create within their team and excitement they have for the small victories within each game. It has been an inspiring season for coaches, athletes and spectators!

More news to come in the upcoming Oldfields Magazine, due in your mailboxes August 2014.

Oldfields on the Road

By Alicia Bowers, Director of Communications

Email, Facebook, texting, skyping have all made it easier to connect with people, or so we are told. At Oldfields, we feel nothing will replace a good old-fashioned face-to- face visit! That is why all departments – alumnae, development, and admissions have been on the road this school year, visiting friends, making new connections, delivering acceptance letters, and getting to know parents. Here are some highlights of their travels. Keep the porch light on, you might be next!

and jewelry show at the PGA Resort in Palm Beach, FL. Jill has started a line of jewelry in honor of Cara and some of the proceeds go to the foundation Cara started called Karma for Cara. (Visit www. karmaforcara.org.) The jewelry is both beautiful and inspirational.

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Other stops included Charleston, Atlanta, Ft. Meyers, Palm Beach

Dr. Parny Hagerman, Head of School, joined Laurie Hurd, Director of Development, for a few excursions down south. One of the highlights was their lunch near Sanibel, Florida with Kandi Sanger ‘62, Linda Sturgis ‘36 and Daphne Hellmuth ‘55. The reminiscing was delightful, with Kandi sharing a story of how she broke the rules by having a "party" in her dorm room with goodies that she saved from the dining hall and milk that she kept chilled on the window sill. The thrill came from the fact they were up past bedtime - simpler times for sure!

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Another Florida stop brought them to the home of Mike and Barbara Simpson P’85 where they were greeted by the Simpson's new Jack Russell puppy, Buckey.

Their daughter, Leslie '85 met the group for lunch at the Polo Club in Wellington where they shared fond memories of Fall Family Weekends and antiquing in the Hunt Valley area.

Laurie and Parny also met Cara Becker’s '09 mom, Jill, and Cara's aunt at a women’s clothing

and Winston-Salem where the Small Boarding School Conference was held.

Head of School Emeritus, Taylor Smith, never misses an opportunity to stop by and visit a friend of Oldfields. On the way to and from the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament, Taylor and his wife, Judy, were able to have lunch with Marney Babbit '04 in Tennessee as well as to connect with Maury Woolwine '91, Robin Brown '77, Brice Tunison '87 and Laura Tunison, Gigi Davis '88, Adrienne Seligman '96, Anna Margaret Brackman '96, and Mary Coulter Donovan '75.

Alumnae Office In addition to the 14 gatherings last fall, Joan Carter Jermakian '81, P '15 has been busy getting Alumnae Clubs off the ground. In Atlanta, she visited with Elliot Niespodziani ’97 and Charlotte Bair ’98 for lunch, Seashols Starks ’71 for afternoon coffee, and Tiffany Blake Anttonen ’01, Elizabeth Harkey ’05 and Allie Lurey ’06 for drinks.

Then on to New York City with Associate Director of Development, Ryan Kirk, to meet Paige Rabalais '01, Claire Hathaway '99, Brant MacDuff ‘03, Heidi duPont ‘95, Anna Littlefield ’07, Emily Acle ‘09 and Adelaide Goldfrank '96 for dinner. Everyone agreed it was fabulous to be part of the energy and enthusiasm that these alums exude in their efforts to stay connected to the School!

Admission Office Caroline Blaum, Director of International Admissions, traveled to Saint Lucia and Jamaica earlier this fall. The schedule was full, but between the formal presentations at schools and the back-to-back interviews with applicants – she actually got on the beach for a few minutes! Visiting three schools between Kingston and Montego Bay was a cultural experience, and it was rewarding for her to see so many students interested in Oldfields.

Allison Letourneau, Director of Admission, had her share of planes, trains, and automobiles this year! Visits to Philadelphia, Raleigh, Charlotte, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Bermuda, Denver, Boca Raton, and Winston-Salem kept her on the move.

This past winter, Allison and Caroline Blaum, Associate Director of Admission, had the honor of presenting at both the SSATB Conference and the SBSA Conference. Oldfields is so proud – women in leadership! While in San Francisco, Allison had the pleasure of meeting with Elizabeth Love '90, whose daughter, Vivian, is a soon-to-be Oldfields girl. We love legacies!

The trips to attend conferences, recruit students, i n t e r v i e w applicants and deliver acceptance letters are great, and it was a real treat to accept an invitation from Katharine Driscoll’s ’16 parents to visit them in State College, Pennsylvania along with some OS students. One highlight of the trip was a Penn State Women’s Hockey game. Many thanks to the Driscoll family for a wonderful weekend.

Tom Faxon, Co-Director of Admission, has made over 20 visits to more than 10 states. His travels to visit school fairs, prospective families and school administrators, are too many to list! Often staying with friends of Oldfields, he is amazed by the hospitality he receives all over the country and how "word of mouth" is responsible for so many wonderful applicants. Keep talking everyone! His efforts, along with the entire Admission Office's hard work, paid off with 18 girls coming back for a "Revisit Day" in April, and 17 of those have confirmed they will be Oldfields girls in the fall.

Thanks to all who make our travels special with your hospitality and warmth. The Oldfields family remains a tight knit group brought together by a common love for a wonderful School.

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“ Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.” - Buddha

LARGENESS OF HEART Below is a partial list of the organizations with which Oldfields students, faculty, and staff have shared their light, their hearts, their time and their treasures:

Youth Advocacy Program

Komen Race for the Cure

Stevenson AME Church

Episcopal Community Service of Maryland

Shark Savers

Hopewell Cancer Center

Roar for Autism

Hereford Public Library

Piney Farms

Harford Friends School

Philippines Relief Effort

Happy Helpers for The Homeless

One Love Foundation

Collington Square Food Bank

My Sister’s Circle

Charlie’s Run / Odyssey School

Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital

Books for International Goodwill

Marathon Kids

Back On My Feet Baltimore

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