2016-2017 Annual Report
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For almost 60 years, The Walker School’s parents, friends and families have selflessly given of their time, talent and resources to ensure our mission is fulfilled for every generation of Walker students. What started as a small kindergarten class of 10 students in the basement of St. James Episcopal Church on historic Marietta Square, has grown over the last half century into an exceptional college preparatory school. At Walker, challenging academics are balanced within our nurturing environment. Our dedicated faculty are able to create meaningful relationships with their students, giving them the confidence to explore the boundless opportunities in front of them. And when they are ready to take that next step into college, our awardwinning college counseling program provides expert guidance, leading each student to find their best fit. It is through the act of giving that Walker is able to maintain this unique environment for nearly 1,000 students every day. We thank each and every donor listed in the following pages for their generous support – which makes all these things possible.
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Celebrating of Wonder
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Letter from the Chair of the Board of Trustees
“A Remarkable and Transformative Year…” They represent a deeper commitment to the mission of Walker and the life changing relationships created between our teachers, coaches, students and athletes. These new spaces are where our students will learn and feel valued, encouraged, challenged and supported. This is where they will develop the skills and tools necessary to succeed in life and make a difference in their communities by investing in people.
Scott and Spain Gregory with son Harry and daughter Helen.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am writing to express our sincere appreciation for the incredible generosity our parents, teachers, staff, grandparents, alumni and friends extended to the Annual Fund and The Wonder of We Capital Campaign last school year. The results of the Annual Fund and Capital Campaign were truly remarkable and are transformative for our campus, teachers and students. Over 90 percent of our families made an investment in the Annual Fund, and we secured over $10,000,000 in pledges by the June 30, 2017 deadline to assure critical foundation grants for the Capital Campaign. That amount is more than twice that raised during any previous campaign in the School’s history. The positive impacts of your investment in Walker are visible everywhere - from the steel and brick structure of the new STEM building to the grass growing on the new athletic fields, which will be played on this spring. These new additions to our campus are much more than an investment in bricks and mortar, classrooms or playing fields.
I also want to take this opportunity to highlight Walker’s mission, or perhaps better stated its “reason for being,” that attracted and keeps our family here. At Walker, we believe “in the infinite worth and dignity of the individual” and “that student learning is the chief priority of the school.” The mission of the School reflects this core tenet by striving to
The positive impacts of your investment in Walker are visible everywhere… These new additions to our campus are much more than an investment in bricks and mortar, classrooms or playing fields. They represent a deeper commitment to the mission of Walker and the life changing relationships created between our teachers, coaches, students and athletes. create an “educational experience [for our students that is] intimately scaled, caring and diverse… where opportunities abound and meaningful relationships inspire transformative learning.” When Spain and I are asked “why” The Walker School, we often respond with concrete examples of caring and exceptional faculty members that have encouraged and invested in our children or we cite the strength of Walker’s small class sizes and rigorous academic program.
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So what distinguishes Walker and makes it worth the investment? For our family, it is the mission of the school and the unique educational experience it provides for our children. Walker students are required to stretch in all areas – athletics, public speaking, academics, working in teams and partnering with others. This incredible experience is captured best in a quote from the philosopher, John Dewey, “[s] uch happiness as life is capable of comes from the full participation of all our powers in the endeavor to wrest from each changing situations of experience its own full and unique meaning.” On a daily basis, Spain and I see our children actively participating in life and being challenged by other students and teachers to “wrest from each changing situation of experience its own full and unique meaning” for them. We believe this “stretching” of their faculties is building the skills and confidence for them to fully participate in whatever exciting roads they choose to travel in life. The students and teachers at Walker are actively engaged in living out (in all of life’s disarray) Walker’s core beliefs in a nurturing environment. This is “why” Walker is valued by our family and the reason we invest in the School. Again, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you for supporting The Walker School with your time and resources. We hope you will continue to be actively engaged and participate in the life and mission of the School, and we look forward to hearing your story of “why” Walker. Sincerely,
H. Scott Gregory For the Board of Trustees
The Walker School Annual Fund
Sources of Giving (includes all cash gifts received between July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017)
The Walker Annual Fund: *Restricted Gifts:
$538,769 $14,902
Total Philanthropic Giving to Walker: $553,671
School Year Income
School Year Expenses
Sources of Giving
*in support of financial aid, athletics and the student enrichment program
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Letter from the Annual Fund Parent Chair
“Philanthropy is a Shared Value…” As parents of a senior and “lifer,” my husband and I have had a myriad of opportunities to experience Walker’s core values first-hand, all fifteen of them! We have been blessed by the incredible and authentic support and kindness of the faculty and staff; awestruck by the unbelievably unique and tight-knit student body; and enriched by our Walker family friendships we have made along the way. What an incredible journey we have had over the past 13 years!
Left to right: Zack, Emma, Mary and John Camp
Dear Walker Family,
Philanthropy is a shared core value that we all try to impress upon our children, with the message that no gift goes unnoticed no matter the size and that every gift matters. On behalf of the Annual Fund Committee, I would like to express our gratitude to the Walker community for the continued generous support of the Annual Fund and for ensuring that we met the challenge and reached our goal!
It has been an honor and privilege to serve the Walker community this past year as the Annual Fund Chair. Together, as parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty and staff, we have made an incredible difference in the lives of our children, grandchildren, and future generations of The Walker School! I am humbled by the generosity of our community, in both time and resources. And it is in this spirit that I would like to thank the Annual Fund Committee
for their endless hours of service; the faculty, staff and Board for their continued support at the 100% participation level; and our tremendous parent group for reaching a 90% participation rate in a record-breaking 90 days, thanks to a challenge issued by a small group of generous parents. The detailed report of giving and support is outlined within this Annual Report, so I hope you will take the time to review the ways our contributions support the needs of the students and staff at Walker.
Parent Participation
2016-2017 Annual Fund Volunteer Committee
(5 year history)
Sincerely,
Mary Camp 2016-2017 Annual Fund Chair
Each year The Walker Annual Fund relies on a group of dedicated volunteers from across all grade levels to encourage community-wide support. Personal contact from Walker volunteers helps strengthen the sense of community and helps ensure a culture of philanthropy that is so important to the life of our School. While making charitable support of Walker a priority and inspiring others to do so as well, these individuals played an important role in making sure the 2016-2017 Annual Fund was a success:
100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 2012-2013
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Mary Camp, Annual Fund Chair Mindy Baker Kim Epstein Joanne Gathard Melissa Gilbert Jennifer Johnson 6
Amy Lazzaroni Rebecca Mohandiss Pam Shah Ann Stovall Sally Wright
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund
Are you ready for a challenge? 2016-2017 Annual Fund
Thank you to the Walker community for the overwhelming response to the 2016-2017 Annual Fund Challenge! A small group of generous parents issued a challenge to our community in August 2016: reach 90% parent participation by December 31, 2016 and the School will receive $50,000 for the Annual Fund. This 100-day effort was a resounding success, reaching 90% by midnight on the day of the deadline. This challenge also helped Walker reach the overall Annual Fund goal in record time. Again, thank you to each and every donor who helped support this challenge for the benefit of our teachers and students!
How Are My Annual Fund Dollars Used? A culture of philanthropy is at the heart of a great independent school. Tuition alone does not cover the full cost of an education at Walker – or any private school. Walker’s tuition covers 90% of the cost – which means Annual Fund contributions help, in part, bridge the gap between tuition dollars and the actual cost of operating the school. Every dollar of your Annual Fund gift goes immediately to use by: •
Assisting with salaries and benefits that allow Walker to hire and sustain a team of outstanding faculty, staff and coaches
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Funding professional development opportunities for faculty in their area of expertise
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Supporting an array of academic programs and services for all students in all four divisions
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Bringing new technology, equipment, supplies and other programs into the classroom
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Providing resources, equipment and programming for Walker fine arts and athletics 7
Letter from our Head of School
Something Remarkably Different... As we celebrate our School’s 60th anniversary, it is important to reflect on what makes The Walker School so special, and to say thank you to everyone who, through the decades, has given generously to make this school what it is today. When I think about the question, “What makes this school so special?” the answer is “hard-working students, committed parents, and teachers who go above and beyond.” This was true when we were the St. James Day School on Church Street; it continued to be true when the Joseph T. Walker School was located on Waterman Street; and it has certainly been true since The Walker School found a permanent home at 700 Cobb Parkway North. Families who chose Walker were looking for something remarkably different for their children. One recent graduate captured the essence of Walker as she looked back on her fourteen years here and, in gratitude, wrote the following to the entire faculty and staff: “During my time at Walker, the school became my home. Furthermore, you were like my parents. One of the wonderful attributes of Walker is the close relationships the teachers and students have. You inspired me, helped me, guided me, and of course taught me. One of many things that is so special about the faculty at Walker is that you don’t feel your job ends with the last bell of the day. You seem to truly love what you do. You have given out cell phone numbers, stayed long after school, and even held review sessions on the weekends to answer questions and ensure your students’ success. Your talents often stretch far beyond the classroom, too. We see you racing from the all-too-famous Wednesday faculty meetings to a practice or game, and others of you get up early to unlock your room for a morning club meeting. To Walker faculty, teaching isn’t just a job; it’s your life, and your dedication shows.” The dedication of our faculty and staff has always been the main reason why families have been attracted to The Walker School, and it is also the reason why so many have given philanthropically to the school over the years. As you read through this annual report, there is an abundance of evidence of the generosity of the Walker community, both to our Annual Fund and to The Wonder of We Capital Campaign. I know I speak for everyone associated with the school when I say, “Thank you for giving above and beyond to The Walker School in support of our students, faculty, staff and program.”
With gratitude,
Jack Hall, Head of School
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The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund
The Walker Leadership Society Over the past 60 years, philanthropy has played a significant role in creating the Walker we enjoy today. The Walker Leadership Society recognizes the donors who make gifts of $1,500 or more to The Walker Annual Fund during the School’s 2016-2017 school year. We are grateful for their support of the School’s mission through their generosity and giving. Anonymous Ashley and Carter Allen The Allers Family Michael and Katie Arjona Kraig and Susan Armstrong Robert and Mindy Baker Stephen and Tammy Berry David and Katrina Blauvelt Ford and Shannon Bohannon Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bosio Dixie and Robert Bowden Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Bozeman Travis and Scotty Brewington Jennifer and Christopher Brimer James and Diane Brock Ms. DeAnna Brown John and Mary Camp John and Meisha Carey Rob and Michelle Cason The Castan Family Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Chang Charlie and Erin Clark Jim and Rebecca Condon Steve and Kendra Cook Michelle and David Cox Matt and Kimberly Crisp Dan and Andrea Croft Kiran and Sandeep Dadlani The DePiero Family Caroline and Troy Duecker Heather and Scott Edens David and Maryanne Elliott Jeff and Kim Epstein Julie and James Eubanks Virginia J. Eubanks Shawna and Sean Fallmann Randy Fields and Liz Bouis David and Renee Fink Mr. and Mrs. Jack G. Foster Shawn and Ann-Marie Gargano Lee and Heath Garrett Mr. and Mrs. Jaipal Gill Gregg and Nicki Godde Michele and Peter Golden
Mr. and Mrs. Dawson Granade Scott and Judy Gregory Scott and Spain Gregory Grace and David Hahn Jack and Cathy Hall Katherine and Chris Harrison Mr. and Mrs. Philip Haynes David and Susan Hebert The Heilfrons Scott and Hilary Hill Chuck and Christi Hodges Ronnie and Jamie Hollis Christie and Rob Holman Dr. Allen R. Hutchins and Mrs. Cleo P. Hutchins Sandeep and Anji Jaglan Kartikey Jani and Dipa Naik Brett and Melissa Jewkes Xiaoyun Dai and Hai Jiang The Johnson Family Matthew Jones and Joanne Gathard Drs. Narendra Kanuru and Archana Koganti Jan and Tripp Kay Mark and Janet Knautz Alex and Dawn Koutouzis Tom and Kirsten LaDue The Lair Family Mr. and Mrs. Mark Lane Mr. and Mrs. Matt Larson Amy and Dave Lazzaroni Randy and Stephanie Light Drs. Rick and Mary Beth Maguire Nadim and Turin Mamoun Judy and Aymar Manning Shelly Robertson Manuel '96 and Skip Manuel Michael and Jody Martin Amy and Michael McCarver Drew and Deborah Meunier Randy and Jill Meyer Kevin and Beth Moore Dr. David and Barbara Nadler Greg and Elizabeth Nesmith 9
Ola and Osagie Okundaye Mr. and Mrs. Saverio N. Paglioni Mrs. Lois Parkhurst Lee and Cheryl Pate Brock and Lisa Patterson James and Tatiana Perrin Mr. Frank Pologruto Mr. Craig W. Poteet and Dr. Julie Poteet Will and Shirley Powell Mr. James Prisco and Dr. Shelley Prisco Michael and Carolynn Puffe Mandar and Neelam Rahatekar William and Susan Rimmer Craig and Pam Roper The Sadler Family Doug and Susan Sawyer The Seirotti Family Dev and Pamela Shah Glenn and Kristin Shaw Dr. Aasim and Dr. Sofia Sheikh Meltem and Vlado Slavov Scott and Christie Slay Chris and Jaydee Smith Richard and Bethany Stoll Rob and Christine Stoltz Ann and Ken Stovall Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey L. Tharp Sean and Kirsten Tisdale Sean and Chris Todd Mark and Libby Turner Mike and Nicole VanBruinisse Tom and Leta Virant Bill and Robin Waibel Catherine Anne Warren Rip and Jennifer Warren Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren Travis and Cameron Watson Cam and Pam Weigandt Jackie and Andrew Wonder Scott and Emily Wottrich Sally and Michael Wright Simone and Alan Zuckerman
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund
Honor Roll of Donors All members of the Walker community come together each year to support The Walker Annual Fund, the School’s annual giving program. Annual Fund gifts provide a critical portion of the School’s operating budget and support every area of the educational environment – from faculty salaries and benefits to classroom technology, from student academics and arts to athletic programs. Walker is deeply grateful to each and every donor who collectively contributed $538,769 to the 2016-2017 Walker Annual Fund and is pleased to recognize these families at their respective giving levels. Chairman’s Circle ($15,000 or more) Ms. DeAnna Brown
Head of School’s Circle ($10,000 - $14,999) Anonymous Dixie and Robert Bowden Caroline and Troy Duecker Will and Shirley Powell Glenn and Kristin Shaw Ann and Ken Stovall
Principal’s Circle ($5,000 - $9,999) Anonymous Ford and Shannon Bohannon John and Meisha Carey Matt and Kimberly Crisp Virginia J. Eubanks David and Angela Franks Jay and Minu Gill Sally and Dawson Granade Ronnie and Jamie Hollis Xiaoyun Dai and Hai Jiang Dawn and Alex Koutouzis Judy and Aymar Manning Randy and Jill Meyer Dr. David and Barbara Nadler Scott and Christie Slay Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey L. Tharp
Mark and Libby Turner Michael and Nicole VanBruinisse Jennifer and Rip Warren Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren Jackie and Andrew Wonder Scott and Emily Wottrich
St. James’ Circle ($2,500 - $4,999) Anonymous (2) Steve and Gail Bartlett David and Katrina Blauvelt Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bosio Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Bozeman James and Diane Brock Jim and Rebecca Condon Steve and Kendra Cook Michelle and David Cox Dan and Andrea Croft The DePiero Family David and Maryanne Elliott Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Fair Christine and Greg Foster Scott and Judy Gregory Spain and Scott Gregory Jack and Cathy Hall David and Susan Hebert Scott and Hilary Hill Chuck and Christi Hodges Matthew Jones and Joanne Gathard Dr. Narendra Kanuru and Dr. Archana Koganti Mark and Janet Knautz Mr. and Mrs. Matt Larson 10
Drs. Richard and Mary Beth Maguire Nadim and Turin Mamoun Michael and Amy McCarver Drew and Deborah Meunier Kevin and Beth Moore Greg and Elizabeth Nesmith Ola and Osagie Okundaye James and Tatiana Perrin Carolynn and Michael Puffe William and Susan Rimmer Pam and Craig Roper The Seirotti Family Richard and Bethany Stoll Rob and Christine Stoltz Cam and Pam Weigandt Simone and Alan Zuckerman
Waterman Circle ($1,500 - $2,499) Anonymous (5) Ashley and Carter Allen The Allers Family Michael and Katie Arjona Kraig and Susan Armstrong Robert and Mindy Baker Stephen and Tammy Berry Scotty and Travis Brewington Jennifer and Christopher Brimer John and Mary Camp Rob and Michelle Cason The Castan Family Charlie and Erin Clark Kiran and Sandeep Dadlani Jeff and Kim Epstein
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund - Honor Roll of Donors Julie and James Eubanks Sean and Shawna Fallmann Randy Fields and Liz Bouis David and Renee Fink Shawn and Ann-Marie Gargano Gregg and Nicki Godde Michele and Peter Golden Grace and David Hahn Katherine and Chris Harrison Phil and Deb Haynes The Heilfrons Christie and Rob Holman Dr. Allen R. Hutchins and Mrs. Cleo P. Hutchins Sandeep and Anji Jaglan Kartikey Jani and Dipa Naik Brett and Melissa Jewkes The Johnson Family Jan and Tripp Kay Tom and Kirsten LaDue Mark and Susan Lane Amy and Dave Lazzaroni Randy and Stephanie Light Shelly Robertson Manuel '96 and Skip Manuel Michael and Jody Martin Mr. and Mrs. Saverio N. Paglioni Lee and Cheryl Pate Frank P. Pologruto Mr. Craig W. Poteet and Dr. Julie Poteet Mr. James Prisco and Dr. Shelley Prisco Mandar and Neelam Rahatekar The Sadler Family The Sawyer Family Dev and Pamela Shah Dr. Aasim and Dr. Sofia Sheikh Meltem and Vlado Slavov Dr. Chris and Jaydee Smith Sean and Kirsten Tisdale Sean and Chris Todd Tom and Leta Virant Robin and Bill Waibel Catherine Anne Warren Travis and Cameron Watson Michael and Sally Wright
Wolverine Circle ($1,000 - $1,499) Anonymous (2) Mr. and Mrs. James C. Armstrong Mr. and Mrs. Mark Barre Charles and Karen Barton Brian and Darcy Beard Brett and Karin Booher Gregory and Lisa Canzano Drs. Mary and Scott Chappell
Mr. and Mrs. Cervernie Cone The Cronin Family Michael and Debra Davidson Alec and Sharon Dicks Carlos and Marinés Franceschi Mr. and Mrs. Ashit Gandhi The Goldstein Family Brian and Rosanna Grazzini Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Haas Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Hegedus Matthew and Suzanne Jaffe Todd and Sandy Jones Jill and Brady Knight The Lair Family Ben and Mary Anne Mathis Barbara and Talmadge McBrayer Dr. and Mrs. Prashant Mishra Ms. Jamie Nourzad Judy and Bob Ott Ram and Deepa Paramesh Brock and Lisa Patterson Sean and Shannon Perren Lyric Danielle Resmondo and Jay Garten Dörte and Stefan Schmieta Paulomi and Sahir Shroff Elena and Steven Toro Terri Welchel
Maroon and Gold Level ($500 - $999) Anonymous (6) Sari Braderman and Lawrence Aaronson Kyle and Sonia Anders Mr. and Mrs. Orlando J. Arjona The Armstrong Family Navem Arora and Ajay Arora Brett and Kristen Baker Jamie Bates Michael and Dawn Bilodeau Doug and Samantha Black Leigh and Mandi Block Michael and Anne Brady Erik and Jennifer Broel Ben and Leslie Browning Anne and Brian Bullock Joey and Gayle Casey Tom and Marjorie Clarke Mr. and Mrs. Ahmet Colakoglu The Cotter Family Dave and Christie DeDona Dietz Family The Doyles On Eng and Yiting Cen Heather and Kevin Etzler 11
Carey Faulds Patrick and Marietta Flood Drs. Rajendra and Neelu Gandhi Jack and Gail Gigantino Mr. and Mrs. Read Gignilliat Jane Bowden Gore ‘93 and Rusty Gore The Groover Family Troy and Patti Harmon Pete and Stacy Haubenschild Jennifer Moll and Robert Hobbs Bryan and Jill Hughes Mr. Rahul Jain and Mrs. Payal Gupta Pamela S. Jennings Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jordan Chip and Lori Kaczynski Susan and Michael Kahn Adam and Kathryn Kay Roy and Cheryl Keck Shay and Brian Keegan Dr. Jennifer Wise and Dr. Nok Keomahathai Sonia and Amit Khurana Cathy and James Krendl Blakely and Brent Kriegshauser Drs. Lori Beth and Mike Kuczmanski Cathy and Jeff LaClaire Colonel Chris Landro Craig and Michelle Lewis Mr. Steve Lyle and Mrs. Donna Clayton Kirk and Melissa Malmberg Mike and Jill Meiser Dr. and Mrs. William Melvin Ramsey and Rebecca Mohandiss Dr. and Mrs. Jonathan Morris The Mudge Family Charles Munafo and Judith Hubbs Ponnambalam Muthiah The Myers Family The Nesmith Family Dr. and Mrs. Steven Oweida Panah Family Karen and Lisa Park The Parker Family Prakash and Medha Parmar Mr. Duane Patterson and Ms. Cecilia McGinty Karen Payne Rajesh Piplani and Meenu Narang Mr. and Mrs. Edward Plott Ms. Tracy Rathbone Neeraja and Devender Reddy Joseph and Susan Reini Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Richardson Dr. and Mrs. Ed Robertson John and Marie Ross Tom and Susanne Rowan Horea and Daniela Rusu
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund - Honor Roll of Donors Mr. Tushar Sachdev and Mrs. Sunita Sharma William Severino and Alexandra Blair Allan and Leah Sicat Donald and Michelle Simon David ‘92 and Erin Sinclair Ronald and Sarah Skeean Robert and Carol Straub Mr. and Mrs. Ben W. Tally Jr. Drs. Javier and Sheri Tejedor Mr. and Mrs. Paul Tezza Toby and Cris Thornton Mr. and Mrs. Dan Timko Doug and Pranee Turbush Emily and Todd Tyson The Vashi Family Johanna and Lance Walker Faith and Brad Wallace Jesse and Angela Walton Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Bram Wieskopf Raymond S. Willoch Brian and Kelly Wills Terri and Jim Woods Joe and Paula Yost
Supporter Level (up to $499) Anonymous (25) Ms. Hilary Adair Dean and Kristin Adams Emily and Nicholas Adams Stephen and Susan Adkins Ms. Sonia Ahmed Carrie and Ray Aho Vince and Kim Alfi Beatriz Alvarado and Ted Heath Mr. Larry Alvin Mr. Bruce and Dr. Susan Anderson Mr. Scott Arkoette and Dr. Alexia Gregory The Ashbys Mr. and Mrs. Asnani Tom and Katie Auger Rebecca Drew Avery The Avirett-Mackenzies Chuck and Kelly Bachman Karen Baker Irene Barassa Susan Bargo ‘82 Jean and Jon Bayer Kim and Jim Baynes The Behm Family Lynn Benfield and Lynn Robertson Jackson W. Bentley ‘11 Mr. and Mrs. Frederick A. Bentley Ms. Beverly Bergman
Kathy and Eric Berry Gary and Sandy Blohm Lynn and Bill Blue Mrs. Jill Bochniak Richard and Kathy Boden Mr. and Mrs. Kerry Bossak Ms. Beth Bourgeois Tripp and Susan Boyer Dr. Nathaniel and Dr. Allison Brady Jama and Mark Branham Caroline Brashier Bryce Brickhouse Jennifer Brock Peter and Cindy Brown Kary and Tracey Brownlee Wills Bryan James and Beverly Burke Amy MacAdam Burtch Ira and Opal Bush Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Cadet Neil and Susannah Campbell Diane and Alan Carlson Shelley Carr Bill and Laura Carruth Kate and Brent Carter Chris and Cat Casdia Valentina Casimir Mr. Matt Casper Malav Chakravorty Bob and Connie Chalmers The Champagne Family Kathy and Brad Chapman Erika Chebuhar Dr. and Mrs. Craig M. Chebuhar Neil and Karen Clark Ms. Mary-Lou Cobey Hugh and Sylvia Cohen Mr. and Mrs. Ian Coke The Coles Amanda Coleman Sue and Patrick Collerton Daniel and Melanie Connell Michael and Muffet Coolbroth Scott ‘87 and Kristie Cowan The Crider Family Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Crouch John and Janet Crowers Nicholas and Jeanette Culling Thomas and Diana Cunningham Damon and Donna Daniel The Darko Family Jim and Patti Darling Mr. and Mrs. Keith Davis Ricky and Tina Davis Jerry Del Gaudio Mr. and Mrs. Harvey H. DeVane Jr. Salina Crayton 12
Sandi Douget Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Dougherty The Dresdner Family Ms. Lydia Drown Marshall and Victoria Duling Dawn and John Dunlap Tom and Lynda Eckstrom Matt Eisenman Ms. Kyna Elliott The Eriquez Family Paige Espenship Denice and Henry Esterly John and Sharon Ezell Joseph and Ginny Farrell Stephen and Alice Fazekas Dana and Bud Ferguson The Ferguson Family Sue Ferguson Ms. Susan Filipovits Stuart ‘96 and Kim Fleming Jack and Pat Foster Drayton and Elizabeth Fowler Barry and Gayle Foy Lise and Bermann Francois Drs. Eric and Tiffany Fromm David Gale Jabarr Garrett Ms. Patricia Garrett Neil and Jacki Gass Mr. Charles Gehring Richard and Barbara Gibson Parker and Melissa Gilbert Marylin and Ross Glatzer The Goggin Family Chris and Kathleen Golden Patricia Golden Lori-Ann Gomez Mr. and Ms. Gary Gordon Hetal and Fergus Gordon Robert and Susan Graham-Bryce Mark and Shelly Graves Ms. Christine Grazzini The Hachman Family Dino and Ann Hadjikyriakou Dr. Michael B. Hagearty Mr. and Mrs. Seth Hagen Michael and Melanie Hailey Chad and Shelly Hall Billy and Angie Hall Brenda Hall Kayla Hall ‘14 Stephen and Jill Hanke Keith and Sarah Hansen Alex and Maureen Hardie David Harding Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harrison Justin and Anna Gray Hart
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund - Honor Roll of Donors Katie and Damian Hartsock Richard and Alison Haslam Wendy and Tim Hawk John and Elizabeth Healy Karen and Cary Henderson Mary Lea Heroux Tina Hinsey Greg Hite Mr. Lamar Howard Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Howell Mr. and Mrs. Andre Hubbard Tom and Nicole Hunter Sam and Tim Hussey Heather and Frank Izurieta Cathy and Rick Jackson Marci and Gary Jacobson Linda and David Jahnig Riheen and Traci Johnson Robyn and James Johnson Ann Tolley Jones David and Paige Jones Owen and Sara Jones Mr. Andel and Dr. Zenobia Jones Foster The Harris-Kahn Family Mrs. Jenny Karpenko Steven and Stacey Kaye
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Kelley Gary and Lisa Kelly Nathaniel and Maureen Kelly Shawn and Valerie Kennerson Stephen and Stephanie Killian Travis C. King '14 Erik Kofoed Mr. Craig Kontz and Dr. Melissa L. Kontz Paul and Edivette Koster Vijay and Neelima Kothari John and Stacey Kown Matt and Shannon Kraal Ms. Anne Krache Bill and Elizabeth Kunetz Mr. and Mrs. Saner Kurbay Ms. Phyllis Lafferty Frederick and Schwanna Lakine Daniel and Terri Laufer Cristi and Edgar Lebron Jason and Lisa Leiter The Lindstrom Family Livvy Kazer Lipson Roberto Llopart Angela McPike and Browning Lloyd Patti and Jerry Logan
Michael and Jessica Loncar Andy and Ginny Longacre Justin and Natasha Loudermilk Erin Luckett Henry and Sun Lusane Michael and Cindy Mackey Pierina Maclean Atul and Sonali Manocha Marion and Robert Martello Holly and Bruce Martin Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Martin Sarah and Josh Martin Ms. Bridget Matarrese Spencer and Tonya Maurer Kate and Jeff McConnaughey Dr. Lola McCracken Stephen and Elisabeth McCune Newton and Pam McCurdy Dennis and Sharon McElhaney Bettina Davies and Patrick McIntyre Mike and Lisa McLean Drs. Anna Longacre and Jonathan McMurry Ms. Susan Medina Deborah L. Melnick Mr. and Mrs. Roger Merriam
Walker Annual Fund Giving Levels Chairman’s Circle ($15,000 or more) Walker has been fortunate to have strong visionaries to guide the School through the growth and development of its campus and programs. The Chairman’s Circle honors the commitment and leadership of this esteemed group Head of School’s Circle ($10,000 - $14,999) Seven headmasters have served Walker since its founding. This giving level pays tribute to their leadership and impact over the last half century. Principal’s Circle ($5,000 - $9,999) This giving level honors the work and dedication of the division leaders that have helped challenge and inspire thousands of students over the last six decades.
St. James Circle ($2,500 - $4,999) The St. James Club derives its name from the St. James Episcopal Church on historic Marietta Square, the location where the school was originally founded in 1957 as St. James Day School by Father Joseph T. Walker.
Maroon and Gold ($500 - $999) During the 1976-1977 school year the students at the Waterman Street campus voted to adopt Maroon and Gold as the School’s colors. Walker was the only school in the county using these colors at the time.
Waterman Circle ($1,500 - $2,499) The Waterman Club recognizes the school’s 1971 move to the location on Waterman Street, south of Marietta Square, when the school officially became the Joseph T. Walker School.
Supporter Level (up to $499) The support of all members of our community – parents, trustees, faculty/ staff, alumni, grandparents and friends – form the foundation of The Walker School. This level pays tribute to each and every person who philanthropically supports the people and programs that make Walker so special.
Wolverine Level ($1,000 - $1,499) The Walker School adopted the small but mighty wolverine in the 1970s as the symbol of its growing student sports program. The mascot’s nickname “Joey T.” is a tribute to Father Joseph T. Walker, the founder of the School. 13
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund - Honor Roll of Donors
Mr. Isaac Mitchell Ron and Shanda Mitchell Kristin and Jeremy Moffett Courtney H. Moore Mr. William Morgan Kerry Morris The Morrison Family Todd and Joy Motter Edward Moye Liza and Shannon Mulroy Malanda and Jeff Murchison Bob and Randy Murphy Shannon Emerson Maytt Mr. Latif Nalayeh and Ms. Naima Egal Dave and Natalie Nardone Kimberly Nasca-Moore Vijay and Rina Nath Megan and Bill Nellen Raymond and Diane Noel Candy and Jeff Norris The Oberth Family Anne and Orrin Ochs The Oliver Family Randy and Cyndy Osborne Charlene, Yeoryia, Marika, & Pete Papadopoulos The Pardue Family The Parlottos Jim and Lisa Parrish Kelley and Russell Paulsen Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Payne Sonya and James Peebles Mr. Robert Petersen Carolyn and Sterling Pettefer Ms. Rebecca Pierce Marco Poma and Patricia Gooden Jackie and Rick Porubiansky Paula and Tom Potter Bruce and Faith Powell Jim and Julie Powers Mr. and Mrs. Brian Prantil Mr. Marvin Prather Gregory and Jody Pritchett The Quinalty Family Kevin and Kalen Redmon John Richardson Ms. Maria Rigby Ned and Nancy Roberts Don and Lesley Robertson The Rodenbergers Cheryl Rogers Michael and Shannon Rossitch Jamie Rubens Mr. and Mrs. Scott S. Salyer Daniel and Christine Santos Troy and Cybil Sather
Cindy Schafer Bill and Kelly Schreiner Andreuille and Willard Scissum John and Joan Scott Kathy and Bill Scott Rob Scott and Krista Boline Erle and Rebecca Seale Ayren Selzer Tunca Senlet and Christine Han Nancy P. Shaw Gregory and Kara Shenton Mrs. Nina Shenton B.P. and Lorraine Singh Amy and Brad Slade Bob and Penny Smith Mr. Chandler L. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Smith Kathy and Dave Smith Scott Smoot Carla and Houston Snavely Mr. Nader Sohrab and Mrs. Monica Redjamand Marnie Sosnovsky Jane and Ernest Spears Chris and Martha Spencer Sprayberry High School Class of 1957 Julie and Mark Stanton Carolyn and Kenneth Starnes Meghan and Mitch Stauts Jan and Phil Steffen Mary Ann Stillerman Mr. and Mrs. John Stinn Julia and Ned Stoll Tina and David Strauss Angela Strickland Jean Stricklen Mr. and Mrs. David Strother Kyle and Kortney Struempf Sou-Chun and Sheela Su Brian and Ingrid Surkan David and Jennifer Swales Huiling Tang Ms. Katherine Tatnall-Arias Ms. Katherine Taylor Philip and Connie Taylor Barry and Barbara Tessler Roger and Barbara Thomas Carrie and Jud Thompson Mr. John M. Thompson Kevin and Nadine Tilley Katie Grace Timko Mike and Judy Tinsley Mr. Long Tran and Mrs. Yen Nguyen Erika Treu and Alan DĂaz Mr. and Mrs. Hien Tu 14
Dr. Jason Turner and Mrs. Watonna Turner Matthew and Nicki Underwood Gina Valenza Kimberly and Richard Wakefield Samantha and James Walker Sherry Walker-Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Walsh Jr. Mr. Ramon Walthall Pendy and Tim Ward Michael Ware Robert and Jennifer Washington Dawn and Thomas Watkins Ann Weinert Todd Weinert Beth and Tom Welch Ms. Danielle Welsh The Wetherington Family The White Family Heather and Christopher Whitehead Jessica and Clay Whittingham Dorie Wiley Tracey Williams Melinda and Jeff Wood Sharon and Richard Wottrich James and Susan Wright Michael and Leah Yankus Jackie and Eric Yeaney The Zierden Family Karlyn and David Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. Juan Zuluaga
*Restricted Gifts Anonymous Ronald and Megan Chang Marvin and Carole Epstein Katherine and Chris Harrison David and Susan Hebert Markus Klass Randy and Stephanie Light Judy and Aymar Manning Mrs. Lois Parkhurst The Walker School Association Sean and Chris Todd WellStar Health System *these gifts helped fund financial aid, student scholarships, and learning support services for the 2016-2017 school year.
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Memorial and Honor Contributions In honor of The Advancement Office Travis C. King '14 In honor of The Walker School Faculty Dr. Javier Tejedor and Dr. Sheri C. Tejedor In honor of Katie Arjona Daniel and Melanie Connell In honor of Michael and Katie Arjona Dean and Kristin Adams In honor of Reese Armstrong '28 Mr. and Mrs. James Krendl In honor of Grayson Berrier '21 Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Payne In honor of Leigh Block Saige Cornick-Turpin '17 and Jarah Cornick-Turpin '17 In honor of Chapman Clarke '21 and Bates Clarke '23 Scott and Judy Gregory In honor of Connor Coolbroth '17 Michael and Muffet Coolbroth In honor of Cayman Crisp '20, Kyle Crisp '24 and Kinley Crisp '28 Jim and Julie Powers In honor of Martin Dougherty '22 and Sallie Dougherty '29 Mr. and Mrs. Orrin Ochs
In honor of Mattie Garrett '21, Heath Garrett '24 and Brumby Garrett '28 Ms. Patricia Garrett In honor of Harry Gregory '23 and Helen Gregory '27 Scott and Judy Gregory
In honor of Dr. Cindy Schafer Erika Chebuhar Katie Grace Timko '26 Mark and Libby Turner In honor of Logan Shenton '28 Mrs. Nina Shenton
In honor of Jonathan Haas '17 Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Haas
In memory of Scott Shockley '12 Anonymous
In honor of Briana Rozalia Keegan '17 Shay and Brian Keegan
In honor of Nicole Simon '17 Donald and Michelle Simon
In honor of Jackson Kelley '18, Harrison Kelley '21 and Lawson Kelley '27 Mr. and Mrs. Dean Kelley
In honor of Amy Stanton '18 Julie and Mark Stanton
In honor of Nicholas Knautz '19 and Michael Knautz '15 Mark and Janet Knautz In honor of Anne Krache Mark and Libby Turner In honor of Sam Lazzaroni '28 and Levi Lazzaroni '31 Roy and Cheryl Keck In honor of Mr. Roberto Llopart Dr. Allen R. Hutchins and Mrs. Cleo P. Hutchins In honor of Kate McConnaughey Frank and Heather Izurieta Mark and Libby Turner
In honor of Parker Edens '24 and Grant Edens '27 Terri Welchel In honor of Denise Esterly Saige Cornick-Turpin '17 and Jarah Cornick-Turpin '17 In honor of Brendan Finger '25, Colin Finger '27 and Donovan Finger '29 Erle and Rebecca Seale In honor of Jack Foster '27 and Henry Foster '28 Mr. and Mrs. Jack Foster 15
In honor of Brigham Strother '17 Bob and Penny Smith In memory of Lachlan Underwood Anonymous In honor of Samantha Walker Daniel and Melanie Connell In honor of Lindsay Weinert '17 for her graduation from The Walker School Ann Weinert In honor of James Whittingham '29 Sherry Walker-Taylor
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Grandparent Contributors Grandparents play a vital role in the lives of our Walker students. Whether it’s attending Grandparents Day, cheering their student athletes on in a game, being part of a standing ovation at one or more performing arts programs or just stopping by for lunch or a session as Mystery Reader in the Primary School, Walker grandparents are a valued part of our community. Our grandparents continue to demonstrate their commitment to the school through their contributions to the Annual Fund. Thank you for your generous support of all Walker students! Mr. & Mrs. Orlando J. Arjona Lucy Arjona '27
Dr. Michael B. Hagearty Ben Clabby
Mr. & Mrs. James C. Armstrong Jake Armstrong '21 and Jamie Armstrong '22
Mary Lea Heroux Meredith Heroux '15 and Anna Heroux '20
James and Beverly Burke Ally Chebuhar '17 and Burke Chebuhar '20
Roy and Cheryl Keck Sam Lazzaroni '28 and Levi Lazzaroni '31
Bob and Connie Chalmers Gabrielle Todd '20 and Niall Todd '23
Mr. & Mrs. Dean Kelley Jackson Kelley '18, Harrison Kelley '21 and Lawson Kelley '27
Virginia J. Eubanks Charlotte Eubanks '24, Thomas Eubanks '27 and Vivian Eubanks '29 Drayton and Elizabeth Fowler Jeremy Payne '20 and Amelia Payne '22 Drs. Rajendra and Neelu Gandhi Devan Gandhi '22 and Shaylee Gandhi '24 Ms. Patricia Garrett Mattie Garrett '21, Heath Garrett '24 and Brumby Garrett '28 Ross and Marylin Glatzer Sam Glatzer '26 Patricia Golden Mackenzie Golden '17 and Summer Golden '18 Ms. Christine Grazzini Paul Grazzini '17 Scott and Judy Gregory Chapman Clarke '21, Bates Clarke '23, Julia Clarke '28, Harry Gregory '23 and Helen Gregory '27 Mr. & Mrs. Clint Gruwell Jamie Gruwell '23 and Nathan Gruwell '23
Cathy and James Krendl Reece Armstrong '28 Ms. Phyllis Lafferty Ian Lair '28 Andy and Ginny Longacre Sarah McMurry '22, Sam McMurry '24 and Nathaniel McMurry '27 Henry and Sun Lusane Dru Mishra '24 and Marley Mishra '26 Mr. Steve Lyle and Mrs. Donna Clayton Sam Moffett '26 and Maggie Moffett '28 Barbara and Talmadge McBrayer Sam Armstrong '22
James and Julie Powers Cayman Crisp '20, Kyle Crisp '24 and Kinley Crisp '28 Don abd Lesley Robertson Finn Manuel '27, Kate Manuel '30 John and Joan Scott Chloe Scott '17 Erle and Rebecca Seale Brendan Finger '25, Colin Finger '27 and Donovan Finger '29 Nancy P. Shaw Ala Shaw '19 and Clark Shaw '23 Mrs. Nina Shenton Logan Shenton '28 Bob and Penny Smith Jordan Strother '13, Glenn Strother '15 and Brigham Strother '17 Sherry Walker-Taylor James Whittingham '29 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Warren Thomas Warren '28 and Leanne Warren '30 Ann Weinert Lindsay Weinert '17
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Munafo Zachary Munafo '26
Terri Welchel Parker Scott Edens '24 and Grant Michael Edens '27
Anne and Orrin Ochs Martin Dougherty '22 and Sallie Dougherty '29
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wottrich Alya Wottrich '23 and Robby Wottrich '25
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Payne Larkin Berrier '16 and Grayson Berrier '21
James and Susan Wright Meredith Wright '13, Andrew Wright '15 and Patrick Wright '19
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SAVE THE DATE 5th Grade Grandparents & Special Friends Day Tea A 5th Grade Tradition! Monday, March 26, 2018 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Please mark your calendars for a fun and informative day with your Walker student! A formal invitation will be mailed soon.
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Matching Gift Partners Many Walker donors maximize their giving through corporate foundations and matching gift programs. Donors are credited at giving levels that include the matching funds donated through their employer. These commitments, received from July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017, help enhance the support received through our generous community. If you have questions about the matching gift program, please contact the Advancement Office at 678-581-6904.
Akzo Nobel Inc. Ares Management Bank of America Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation Inc. BlackRock CarMax Coca-Cola Refreshments Delta Air Lines, Inc. Equifax Community Relations Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund General Electric IBM Corporation Kimberly-Clark Foundation Lincoln Financial Foundation LinkedIn MeadWestvaco Foundation Merrill Lynch North Metro Oral Surgery Oracle Corporation Prudential Foundation
Regions Bank S. Black Ink LLC salesforce.com Sandy Plains Pediatrics SAP America, Inc. Schwab Charitable Fund Synchrony Financial The Coca-Cola Company The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Inc. The Home Depot The Home Depot Charity Program Trust, PAC The Kula Foundation Time Warner Truist, Inc. Turner Broadcasting System Inc./ TimeWarner Inc. Wells Fargo WellStar Health System Western Union Financial Services, Inc.
$40,445 amount of matching gift funds received in 2016-2017
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The Stewardship Society The Stewardship Society recognizes individuals and organizations that have fulfilled pledges or made contributions totaling $25,000 or more to The Walker School. The Stewardship Society is a perpetual giving circle which continues to include additional members as they reach this level of giving through gifts to the Annual Fund, capital campaigns, honor/memorial funds or alumni giving programs. The Walker School sincerely thanks these patrons for their commendable support and stewardship which has played a vital role in helping the school meet its mission. $1,000,000+
A Friend of The Walker School The Goizueta Foundation Lettie Pate Evans Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren
$500,000 – $999,999
Dixie and Robert Bowden DeAnna Brown The Walker School Association
$100,000 – $499,999
Cheryl and Mark Barre Mr. and Mrs. James Brock
Alton C. Brown Mr. and Mrs. John Calkins Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Cole Donna Novak Coles and Michael Coles Mr. Matthew Crisp and Dr. Kimberly Crisp Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Hegedus Hilda D. Glenn Fund of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta John and Mary Franklin Foundation Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Tripp Kay Mr. and Mrs. Michael N. King
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Alex and Dawn Koutouzis Mr. and Mrs. Roger B. Leithead Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Randall E. Meyer Mr. Ponnambalam Muthiah Mr. and Mrs. Michael Perrin Gerald and Bonnie Pouncey Ms. Usha Rani Mr. and Mrs. John Rice Ms. Terrie Rice Don and Lesley Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Glenn H. Shaw The Coca-Cola Company The Walker Backers
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Larry and Mary Thompson Tull Charitable Foundation Inc. United Parcel Service +Mr. Michael Zyniewicz and Mrs. Patty Zyniewicz
$25,000 – $99,999
Anonymous (4) Atlanta CGCI LLC Mr. and Mrs. John S. Bacorn Bank of America Mr. and Mrs. Tom Barrow III Randall and Susan Bentley *Mr. and Mrs. Derrick Bloom Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Bloom Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bosio Scott and Gloria Bowden Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Bozeman Mr. William Brower Ms. Janet C. Brower Mr. and Mrs. Steven F. Bruning Prof. Christina C. Brush Mr. Edward D. Brush Lynne and John Buchanan Dr. and Mrs. Perry G. Busbee III Dr. and Mrs. William C. Chocallo +Mr. Charles Cottone Ms. Cindy Cottone Mr. and Mrs. Mike Campbell Mr. and Mrs. John Carr Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Casurella Jeff and Angie Chattin Mr. and Ms. Michael D. Chimberoff Bill Chocallo Dr. and Mrs. Robert Christmas Coca Cola Refreshments Mr. and Mrs. James M. Condon Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Cox Shirley and Travis Crouch Curtis and Linda Daniell Dr. and Mrs. James D. Darling Julie and Tom Delbrook Deloitte and Touche Dr. Evan and Mrs. Joyce Demestihas Ronald Denney Drs. Mark and Sandra Diehl Edward E. Ford Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Doug Elleby *David and Maryanne Elliott *Jeff and Kim Epstein Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Estep Mr. and Mrs. Allen L. Engel Mr. and Mrs. Rick Engum Julie and James Eubanks *Virginia J. Eubanks
*Sean and Shawna Fallman Dr. and Mrs. Richard E. Fine Mr. and Mrs. Jack G. Foster Frances Wood Wilson Foundation Inc. Mr. and Mrs. John C. Freebairn Gloria and Ralph Friedgen Dr. Tony and Janice Gatti Drs. John and Helen Gelly General Electric Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Glidewell Charles and Gail Goetz Mr. and Mrs. Brian Grazzini Mr. and Mrs. Scott Gregory Ms. Jennifer Hadden Mr. and Mrs. David E. Hale Jr. Mr. Henry Hale Ms. Juliane Hale Jack and Cathy Hall Mrs. Blanche Hamlet Mr. and Mrs. Tracy P. W. Hannon Healthier Choice Flooring LLC *David and Susan Hebert Mr. and Mrs. Jerald R. Hedden Dr. and Mrs. Robert Hermann *Ronnie and Jamie Hollis Mario and Chantal Houde ING Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Joy Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Kytan Mark and Janet Knautz *Mr. and Mrs. Mark Lane Mr. and Mrs. William B. Leisy Mr. and Mrs. Gregory S. Lucas Dora and Tony Manolius Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas W. Massengill Sr. Meyer Material Handling Products Inc. Mr. and Mrs. John H. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Moultrie MTR Construction Company Dr. and Mrs. Michael S. Mull Mr. and Mrs. Michael Murphey Bob and Randy Murphy Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Neville Paul and Babby Norsworthy Northwestern Mutual Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Ohmstede +Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Ormsby Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Saverio N. Paglioni Mr. and Mrs. Albert N. Parker Dr. and Mrs. David L. Parks Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Perry Mr. Craig W. Poteet and Dr. Julie Poteet Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Prather Michael and Carolyn Puffe Mr. and Mrs. Deepak Rao 20
Stephen and Robin Reich Mr. and Mrs. John C. Rhodes Sue and Buzz Rittenberg Robert & Hazel Eubanks Foundation + John A. Rodzik and Becky Rodzik Frank and Jan Ros Dr. and Mrs. Steve Schwartz Mr. and Mrs. Frederick S. Slagle *Mr. and Mrs. Scott Slay Dr. Dan and Mary Lou Stephens Ann and Ken Stovall Gayle and James Tallman Mr. and Mrs. John J. Tanis *Mr. and Mrs. Peter Tezza Jeffrey and Louise Tharp The Ayco Charitable Foundation The Coca-Cola Foundation The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Inc. The Home Depot *The Krause Family Foundation The Ligon Foundation The Muthiah Family Foundation Roger and Barbara Thomas Mr. and +Mrs. John C. Thomas Jr. Mr. Peter Vinelli ’90 Steve and Angie Vonderhaar Mr. and Mrs. Sam Wade Billie Walker Mr. Ralph and Dr. Corinne Walker *Rip and Jennifer Warren Dr. and Mrs. Randall M. Webb Larry and Julie Wheeler Mr. John A. Williams Dillon and Debbie Winship Mrs. Patricia C. Winship Mr. and Mrs. Bill Wojciechowski Ms. Katy K. Wojciechowski and Mr. Brian Athens *Jackie and Andrew Wonder Dr. John R. Wyant Ms. Michelle Wyant Dr. and Mrs. Alan M. Zuckerman *Denotes new member in the 2016-2017 year +Deceased
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Father Joseph T. Walker Society Named in honor of the founder of The Walker School, the Father Joseph T. Walker Society is comprised of generous donors who have included Walker in their wills or other estate plans. These gifts provide essential financial support for the School’s future and make a positive difference in the educational opportunities Walker is able to provide. Through planned gifts these donors will have an impact on the School beyond their lifetime. For more information on joining the Father Joseph T. Walker Society, contact Shelly Manuel in the Advancement Office at 678-581-6897. Rebecca Drew Avery Bob and Mimi Davenport Pam Keenliside Cathy and Jeff LaClaire
Shelly Robertson Manuel ‘96 and Skip Manuel Don R. McGowan Patty Mozley Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Patrick
Don and Lesley Robertson *John A. Rodzik and Becky Rodzik Billie Walker Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren *Deceased
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Time for a pop quiz! What do a software entrepreneur, an Emmy-nominated producer, a physician, a government thinktank researcher and a fighter pilot have in common? They are all Walker graduates! In the following section, we catch up with some special Walker alums from the 1980s - 2010s to see what they are up to today and how The Walker School teachers made an impact on their education and careers.
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Tammy (Tanner) Farley '84 Rainmaker Group. We focus on profit optimization for the hospitality industry. Q: What did you like most about Walker? A: The small, family atmosphere and the “independence” of the school. Walker totally embraces free thinking and I love that! Q: What is something you learned at Walker and never forgot? A: Self confidence.
Q: What school did you attend before coming to Walker? What were the biggest changes for you as a new student? A: Farmington High School in Farmington, Michigan. Walker was much smaller (my Farmington class was about 400, Walker was 18!)… and, I had never lived in a “southern” city before and really had never even thought about things in terms of North and South!
Q: Who were the faculty members that influenced you the most? How? A: Dixie Bowden was amazing, intellectual, interesting and pushed us to think… Ed Deavers was wonderful... he, too, was new to Walker and really helped me to feel a part of things. He also got me to get out of my comfort zone and get on stage! Q: Do you stay connected to Walker and/or old classmates today? A: Sadly it is largely through Facebook, but that does, in some strange way, make me feel connected!
Q: If you could send a message in a time capsule to a student graduating 60 years from now what would it say? A: Dream big, anything is possible…
What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear “The Walker School”? Independent Who would you have on your guest list for your ideal dinner party (living or deceased)? Princess Diana, Coco Chanel What was the last app you used? Boomerang Any podcasts, TV shows, or books you are loving right now? What are some of your hobbies and interests? Guilty pleasure is bad reality TV, so nothing I’ll admit to watching! I love to cycle indoors (spin) and have recently taken up running (I realize I am too old for that!) What is your idea of a perfect day? No plans, no agenda, ideally somewhere with my daughter!
Q: What college did you attend? How well do you feel Walker prepared you for the college experience? A: University of Michigan (I was the first one to cross the Mason Dixon line to attend college… despite having no clue where the Mason Dixon line was!!) I feel Walker did a great job preparing me for my academics, but not sure anything could have prepared me for life on such a massive campus with very little oversight!
What is your greatest fear? Not enough time to do all that I’d like to do!! What secret talent do you have? What is a talent you would most like to have? I wish I had a secret talent… I wish I could sing! What do you consider your greatest achievement? Raising a smart, beautiful, confident, independent daughter!
Q: What are you doing professionally now? A: I own a software business–The 24
Any podcasts, TV shows, or books you are loving right now? What are some of your hobbies and interests? Iain M Banks, Kurt Vonnegut, and Haruki Murakami are my favorite writers. On TV, I love “Stranger Things” and “Doctor Who.” I also read, collect, and sometimes write comic books.
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Chris Wyatt '93 Film and Video Club,” the faculty gave me the tools to do that. I got a grant from the SGA, and got space to set up the school’s first video editing suite. I say “suite” but it was just one corner in a closet where they stored stacks of old textbooks… but it was still awesome. The school knew I was passionate about something and let me run with it.
Q: What school did you attend before coming to Walker? What were the biggest changes for you as a new student? A: I started at Walker in Kindergarten, and then went to public school (Rocky Mountain Elementary) for most of elementary. I returned to Walker starting in middle school. I’d say the smaller social groups and the lame dress code were the two biggest adjustments from public school. Q: What college did you attend? A: I got my MFA in Motion Picture Producing from the Peter Stark Producing Program in the School of Cinema/Television at the University of Southern California (USC) here in Los Angeles. Q: What are you doing professionally now? A: I’ve produced eight independent feature films, including the cult comedy “Napoleon Dynamite” and the multiple festival award-winning drama “Coyote.” I’m currently Executive Producer and Head Writer for an animated superhero TV show called “Stretch Armstrong and the Flex Fighters” that premiered on Netflix on November 17th. I also serve as Consulting Producer and writer on “Marvel’s Spider-Man,” an animated series that’s airing on Disney XD.
Q: What is something you learned at Walker and never forgot? A: Not to be late to Mrs. Bayer’s class. Q: Who were the faculty members that influenced you the most? How? A: I had a lot of amazing teachers while at Walker, and they all influenced me. The one I’d most like to talk about right now is Ed Deavers, my Drama teacher, who sadly passed away in 2010 – A major loss. Mr. Deavers demanded a level of professionalism not normally expected from school kids, and chose scripts that were more challenging than those normally tackled by high school programs. Because he was so demanding he got a reputation for being temperamental, but he taught us to think more deeply about our work, to think of it as a form of art. I try to always remember that.
Do you stay connected to Walker and/ or old classmates today? Everybody’s on social media, and we stay connected. A few of us went down to Brazil a couple of years ago for Brodie Ferguson’s wedding. If you could send a message in a time capsule to a student graduating 60 years from now what would it say? My advice to a graduating senior 60 years from now: Always keep your cybernetic implants updated, so they can help you avoid packs of rampaging bio-mutants that, I assume, will be hunting for humans in the ruins of the old city. What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear “The Walker School”? Demerits Who would you have on your guest list for your ideal dinner party (living or deceased)? Einstein What was the last app you used? The Dunkin Donuts one, where you get rewards points for buying donuts. What is your idea of a perfect day? I like to travel. Lost in the streets of an ancient city, perhaps. What is your greatest fear? Global annihilation, I suppose. That, or not getting enough reward points for buying donuts. What historical figure do you most identify with and why? I’m not sure about historical figures, but the fictional character with which I most strongly identify is definitely that one Death Star officer who can’t figure out why TK-421 isn’t at his post. What secret talent do you have? What is a talent you would most like to have? I don’t keep any of my talents secret. The talent I’d most like to have is ESP. I imagine that’s the talent that everyone would most want, but I don’t know for sure, because I don’t have ESP.
Q: What did you like most about Walker? A: I feel like Walker always encouraged students to pursue individual interests. When I wanted to form the “Walker
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Arturo Holmes '06 Q: What are you doing professionally now? A: I am currently a resident physician in urological surgery at the Sate University of New York in Brooklyn.
Q: What school did you attend before coming to Walker? A: Inman Middle School, Mary Lin Elementary School. Q: What were the biggest changes for you as a new student? A: The workload and adjusting to a new environment. Q: What college did you attend? A: Mercer University. I graduated from medical school at Meharry Medical College
Q: What did you like most about Walker? A: The warm and caring faculty. They are highly invested in the success, development and maturation of their students both personally and professionally.
What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear “The Walker School”? Wolverine. Maroon. Gold. Band room. Wrestling room.
Q: What is something you learned at Walker and never forgot? A: It is okay to be different. In fact, it’s a good thing.
Who would you have on your guest list for your ideal dinner party (living or deceased)? Prince, MJ, the Geraces, Hendrix, Stevie, Bob, Aretha, Whitney, Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Drake, Taylor, Ira Glass.
Q: Who were the faculty members that influenced you the most? How? A: Deb & Mike Gerace. Steve Killian. They encouraged me to be true to myself and press forward despite all odds. Q: Any podcasts, TV shows, or books you are loving right now? What are some of your hobbies and interests? A: “This American Life” on occasion. I enjoy playing music. Q: If you could send a message in a time capsule to a student graduating 60 years from now what would it say? A: Beginnings do not define ends.
Q: How well do you feel Walker prepared you for the college experience? A: I was well prepared for my college experience. During my first semester of undergrad I made straight A’s in all my courses as a science/music major. I also continued to wrestle on a division team, participated in concert choir and gospel choir, and took violin lessons. Walker helped me learn to fully invest myself in my interests while performing at a high academic level.
What was the last app you used? Spotify What is your idea of a perfect day? One with people I love working toward a common but daunting goal. What is your greatest fear? Becoming someone I dislike. What historical figure do you most identify with and why? Leonardo da Vinci- I aspire to actualize my potentials to the best of my abilities. What secret talent do you have? Songwriting What is a talent you would most like to have? Telekinesis What do you consider your greatest achievement? Matching into residency
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Savannah Boylan '11 Sullivan inspired us to reach our college dreams. If it wasn’t for Mr. Sullivan, I would not have even heard of Lehigh. He was able to expose me to northern liberal arts schools that fit my unique interests.
Q: What school did you attend before coming to Walker? What were the biggest changes for you as a new student? A: I attended Nebo Elementary school in Hiram, GA. I came to Walker when I was in 6th grade. A huge thanks to my mom and dad for my move to Walker. Thanks, specifically, to my mom who recognized the need for us to get a better education and then had the courage to move to a new city. And, to my dad, who tirelessly supported us at all sporting events, extracurriculars, and—of course—in our academics. Academically, the initial increase in workload was a challenge. However, I was motivated by the fact that students around me were willing to learn and study. Q: What college did you attend? How well do you feel Walker prepared you for the college experience? A: I received my BA at Lehigh University in International Relations along with a minor in Studio Art and Business. I am currently pursuing my Masters in Project Management at Georgetown University. Walker was an amazing resource in preparing me for college. Not only through the rigor of courses and the amount of AP exams I took, but the college counseling staff as well. I think any Walker alum in my generation will always say that Mr. Clark and Mr.
Q: What are you doing professionally now? A: I currently work at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars which is a non-partisan government think-tank in Washington, DC. To break this down from the political mumbo jumbo, I conduct research and plan events to help inform public officials on global issues and trends. Q: What did you like most about Walker? A: The teachers—hands down. These are some of the most influential people in my life. Although many of them no longer teach at Walker, their impact has helped shape my passions and career. Q: What is something you learned at Walker and never forgot? A: Divorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived—The fates of King Henry VIII’s six wives. Q: Who were the faculty members that influenced you the most? How? A: If I discussed all of the faculty members who have been a great influence to me I think this article would run past its word limit. Therefore, I have to distill it down to a few key individuals. The first and most influential would have to be Ms. Stricklen who taught me AP European History. Ms. Stricklen inspired my love of international relations and history. She offered invaluable advice on how to excel in my career and has always been a supportive mentor. She has even been a big part of my life after Walker. She saw her classes as a community, and our AP Euro class became a family. Other teachers that created a lasting impact were Laura Stewart who taught my AP Art class and encouraged me to go after 27
my dream of pursuing art (I ended up minoring in Studio Art in college). Mr. Crowers (or affectionately Doc Boss Master of All) made statistics fun even for someone who has never really enjoyed math. He was always willing to share valuable stories and give us advice on colleges, life, and navigating senior year of high school. Anna Kennedy served as my coach for Varsity Softball. Her commitment to the team and passion for helping me grow within the sport were invaluable. After graduating Walker, she has remained an important mentor and has helped me navigate through my life and career. Mrs. McConnaughey (English), Mr. Sullivan (College Counselor), Mr. Spivey (World History), Ms. Drew (6th Grade Geography), and countless others each deserve their own dedicated paragraph, and I cannot thank them enough for their support. Q: Do you stay connected to Walker and/or old classmates today? A: A few of us live in the DC area and get together quite often. Others are scattered across the country and we always try to have a reunion during Christmas every year. I have also been dating a fellow Walker ’11 alum for 7 years now, so I have to say that Walker has created more than just life-long friendships. Q: If you could send a message in a time capsule to a student graduating 60 years from now what would it say? A: I would tell them to invest in building lasting relationships. You will most likely forget most of the course material you learned, but connections you make with teachers, faculty, and your friends can last for decades. Q: What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear “The Walker School”? A: Family. Throughout my time at Walker, Mr. Murphy used to say “The Walker Family” and I couldn’t think of a more true way to describe the school.
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Taylor Boylan '13
Q: What college did you attend? How well do you feel Walker prepared you for the college experience? A: I went to West Point in New York after graduating from Walker, where I had attended school since 4th grade. I must say Walker well prepared me for the rigors of academics. It certainly failed to prepare me for the cold weather though. Q: What are you doing professionally now? A: Professionally I fly jets as an Air Force officer. Not bad considering I get paid to do barrel rolls and fly really, really fast. Walker can prepare you for anything! Q: What did you like most about Walker? A: The teachers, hand down. Q: What is something you learned at Walker and never forgot? A: I learned to follow my passions. I think this happened because I dabbled in little bit of everything at Walker. The opportunities and proximity allowed me
to do so. This allowed me to learn what I like (sports, learning and art), something that has led me to much happiness now.
by Stephen King. By far my favorite podcast is Revisionist History by Malcom Gladwell. I highly recommend checking it out!
Q: Who were the faculty members that influenced you the most? How? A: Two faculty members. The first is Dr. Cindy Schafer. I remember sometime in AP World History she must have failed an essay I though was decent. The thing is, she did not accept ‘decent.’ She required perfection or striving for as much as can be realistically attained, then gave me the feedback and faith as a teacher I needed to improve. That lesson of learning to strive for perfection academically stuck with me.
Q: If you could send a message in a time capsule to a student graduating 60 years from now what would it say? A: I would say this: “Relax, follow your dreams. The great thing about college is that your degree doesn’t really matter (with a few exceptions). Use the time to learn about yourself first, what you enjoy second, what you’re good at third. Lastly, learn about your degree! Things will work out in the end because life’s lessons don’t come from a degree, but life experiences. Strange how that works right?” Walker is definitely a good starting point for that.
The second faculty member to influence me the most was Ira Dawson. Most of his lessons came from the football field. He taught me to go the extra mile, to keep pushing when I thought I couldn’t and ultimately to be a leader. While sometimes practices seemed tortuous, I always left with this intense requirement to never let him down. He captured us (the players) like that because he cared so much about our success on and off the field. That care and multifaceted development is the hallmark of a true life teacher, which Walker has many. Q: Any podcasts, TV shows, or books you are loving right now? What are some of your hobbies and interests? A: I love the book Grit by Angela Duckworth and The Dark Tower series 28
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Alumni Giving The Walker School Alumni Association welcomes its newest members – the graduates of the Class of 2017! Being a part of the Alumni Association gives graduates a lasting connection to the School, provides a way for them to stay involved in campus activities and alumni events, and keeps them informed about what’s happening at Walker. More importantly, the Association allows alumni to continue to have an impact on the future of Walker, its students and faculty through gifts of time, talent and resources.
Congratulations to the Class of 2017! Alumni Giving
Anonymous (3) Mark '99 and Jesi Allers Michael '97 and Katie Arjona Rebecca Drew Avery '84 Susan Bargo '82 Todd '89 and Krista '90 Baughan Jackson W. Bentley '11 Lynn Robertson Blue '93 and Bill Blue Jama Hedden Branham '85 and Mark Branham Caroline Brashier '10 Scotty Fletcher Brewington '94 and Travis Brewington Amy MacAdam Burtch '91 Kate Sloan Carter '99 and Brent Carter
Malav Chakravorty '09 Scott '87 and Kristie Cowan Heather Welchel Edens '98 and Scott Edens '95 Kim and Stuart '96 Fleming Hetal Joshi Gordon '93 and Fergus Gordon Jane Bowden Gore '93 and Rusty Gore Kayla Hall '14 Katie Fesuk Hartsock '95 and Damian Hartsock Adam '05 and Kathryn Kay Travis C. King '14 Stacey Edens Kown '98 and John Kown Blakely '96 and Brent Kriegshauser Shelly Robertson Manuel '96 and Skip Manuel 29
Lisa Gatti McLean '90 and Michael McLean Shanda Gilderbloom Mitchell '85 and Ron Mitchell Shannon Emerson Myatt '88 David '92 and Erin Sinclair Chandler Smith '14 Jaydee Austin Smith '94 and Chris Smith '94 David Strother '88 Paul '92 and Caroline Tezza Catherine Warren '00 Jennifer Warren '01 and Rip Warren '02 Jessica Taylor Whittingham '02 and Clay Whittingham '02
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Parents of Alumni Dean and Kristin Adams Ian Adams '09 and Caleb Adams '13
James and Diane Brock Lauren Brock '16
Carrie and Ray Aho Sarah Aho '04 and Emily Aho '07
Peter and Cindy Brown Derrick Brown '13
Ashley and Carter Allen Jackson Allen '16
Ira and Opal Bush Samuel Bush '17
Mr. and Mrs. Orlando J. Arjona Michael Arjona '97, Chris Arjona '01 and Nicholas Arjona '09
Bill and Laura Carruth Kate Carruth '08
Victoria Aronow Rebecca Herrigel '06 Robert and Mindy Baker Robert Baker '16
Valentina Casimir Tatyana Louis '14 and Ryan Louis '17 Mr. and Mrs. Donald Catlin Alex Catlin '13
Cheryl and Mark Barre Nicole (Barre) Edwards '06, Evan Barre '08 and Connor Barre '16
Kathy and Brad Chapman Caroline Chapman '02, Melissa Chapman '03 and Leigha Chapman '08
Karen and Chuck Barton Tristan Barton '17
Neil and Karen Clark Elliott Clark '02
Kim and Jim Baynes Jessie Baynes '17
Hugh and Sylvia Cohen Robert Cohen '15 and Stephen Goldstein '15
The Behm Family Samantha Behm '16
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Crouch Michael Crouch '09 and Gavin Crouch '14 Thomas and Diana Cunningham Audrey Cunningham '16 Mr. and Mrs. Keith Davis Melanie Davis '10 and Melissa Davis '13 The DePiero Family Jake DePiero '16 Sandi Douget Keira Douget '16 Marshall and Victoria Duling Harris Duling '16 Dawn and John Dunlap Jonathan Dunlap '01 and Elizabeth Dunlap '04 Joseph and Ginny Farrell Joe Farrell '13 and Elisa Farrell '17 Dana and Bud Ferguson Chase Ferguson '12
Sue and Patrick Collerton Amy Collerton '13
Sue Ferguson Brodie Ferguson '93
Jim and Rebecca Condon Sarah Condon '15
Carlos and MarinĂŠs Franceschi Marisa Franceschi '15
Kathy Berry Lauren Piques '08
Daniel and Melanie Connell Caroline Jansen '10, Jason Connell '12, Lucas Connell '15 and Eileen Connell '17
Mr. and Mrs. Read Gignilliat Austin Gignilliat '15
Dawn and Michael Bilodeau Briana Bilodeau '15
Steve and Kendra Cook Kelsey Cook '06 and Taylor Cook '08
Gary and Sandy Blohm David Blohm '08
Michael and Muffet Coolbroth Sloan Coolbroth '13 and Connor Coolbroth '17
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick A. Bentley Jackson Bentley '11 Bev Bergman Max Sims '11
Dixie and Robert Bowden Scott Bowden '89 and Jane Gore '93 Jama and Mark Branham Chris Branham '11 and Nicole Branham '16
Cliff and Denise Crider Shea Crider '16
Mr. and Mrs. Jaipal Gill Sartaaj Gill '15 and Sahej Gill '17 Chris and Kathleen Golden Sara Golden '05 and Claire Golden '10 Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Haas Jonathan Haas '17 Mr. and Mrs. Dale R. Hajost Caroline Hajost '09 Billy and Angie Hall Kayla Hall '14
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Alex and Maureen Hardie Molly Hardie '14 and Alex Hardie '17
Cathy and Rick Jackson Mandy Seiz '97
Richard and Alison Haslam Myles Haslam '12 and Izzy Haslam '13
Linda and David Jahnig Lindsay Jahnig '00
Wendy and Tim Hawk Alex Hawk '12 and Jenny Hawk '14
Robyn and James Johnson Jack Johnson '14, Reilly Johnson '15 and Matt Johnson '17
Karen and Cary Henderson Kristen Henderson '06 and Kyle Henderson '10 Sam and Tim Hussey Brooke Marty '99 Dr. Allen R. Hutchins and Mrs. Cleo P. Hutchins Harry Hutchins '12 and Daryl Hutchins '17 Frank and Heather Izurieta Aubrey Izurieta '17
David and Paige Jones Clay Jones '17 and Jack Jones '17 Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jordan Christina Jordan '15 and Kayla Jordan '17 Rebecca Drew Avery Isabelle Jordan '16, Lily Kate Jordan '17 Susan and Michael Kahn David Kahn '17
Jan and Tripp Kay Adam Kay '05, Jason Kay '07 and Austin Kay '09 Shay and Brian Keegan Shannon Keegan '15 and Briana Keegan '17 Gary and Lisa Kelly Saige Cornick-Turpin '17 and Jarah Cornick-Turpin '17 Shawn and Valerie Kennerson Emily Kennerson '14 and Ben Kennerson '16 Stephen and Stephani Killian Eryn Killian '08 Mark and Janet Knautz Michael Knautz '15
2017 Alumni Soccer Game, May 20, 2017
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Bill and Elizabeth Kunetz Caroline Kunetz '14 and Michael Kunetz '17 Tom and Kirsten LaDue Alex LaDue '13 and Nick LaDue '17 Livvy Kazer Lipson Rachel Gordon '91 and Aaron Lipson '94 Mr. and Mrs. Gregg E. Litchfield George Litchfield '15 Angela McPike and Browning Lloyd Gregory Lloyd '17 Patti and Jerry Logan Jerry Logan '03 and Jordan Logan '07 Michael and Cindy Mackey Alli (Mackey) Thelen '05 and Caroline (Mackey) Whitehead '09 Kirk and Melissa Malmberg Michelle Malmberg '14 Nadim and Turin Mamoun Hyatt Mamoun '14 and Mason Mamoun '17 Holly and Bruce Martin Ilicia Martin '15 Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Martin Holland Martin '17
Ms. Bridget Matarrese Tina Matarrese '08 Ben and Mary Anne Mathis Ben Mathis '11, Joe Mathis '13 and Annabelle Mathis '14
Ponnambalam Muthiah Ashwin Muthiah '11, Amitha Muthiah '14 and Abhi Muthiah '17 Kimberly Nasca-Moore Chandler Morgan '13
Kate and Jeff McConnaughey Elizabeth McConnaughey '07
Mr. Alex Nesmith Allyson Nesmith '17
Dr. Lola Margaret McCracken Scott McCracken '97
Ms. Jamie Nourzad Afton Nourzad '14
Newton and Pam McCurdy Charlie McCurdy '09 and Britt McCurdy '13
Randy and Cyndy Osborne Courtney Osborne '17
Mr. Duane Patterson and Ms. Cecilia McGinty Meaghan Patterson '14 and Madison Patterson '17 Mr. and Mrs. Roger Merriam Conor Merriam '16 Ron and Shanda Mitchell Colin Mitchell '13 and Maddie Mitchell '15 Toni and Jon Morris Nolan Morris '01, Meghan Morris '03, Chelsea Morris '13 and Will Morris '17 Jeff and Kathy Mudge Zack Mudge '15
2017 Walker Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
Bob and Judy Ott Katie Ott '16 Dr. and Mrs. Steven Oweida Lindsey (Oweida) Brown '04, Ryan Oweida '05, Erin Oweida '08, Jenna Oweida '09, Brendan Oweida '10, Stephen Oweida '14 and Liam Oweida '16 Mr. and Mrs. Saverio N. Paglioni Vinnie Paglioni '12 and Nicolette Paglioni '15 Charlene and Pete Papadopoulos Georgia Papadopoulos '14 and Marika Papadopoulos '15 Carolyn and Sterling Pettefer Laura Day '98 and Stacy Pettefer '02 Bruce and Faith Powell Davis Powell '03 Gregory and Jody Pritchett Harrison Pritchett '17 Joseph and Susan Reini Jake Reini '15 and Josh Reini '14 Lyric Danielle Resmondo and Jay Garten Ian Resmondo '15 Mr. and Mrs. Cameron Richardson Jess Richardson '16 Ned and Nancy Roberts Ellen Roberts '17
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Don and Lesley Robertson Lynn (Robertson) Blue '93 and Shelly (Robertson) Manuel '96
Jeffrey and Louise Tharp Addison Tharp '17
Todd Weinert Lindsay Weinert '17
Roger and Barbara Thomas Matthew Thomas '14
Terri Welchel Heather Edens '98
Kevin and Nadine Tilley Steven Tilley '11
Dorie Wiley Nick Gaba '08 and Margaret Gaba '12
Elena and Steven Toro Diana Toro '16
Raymond S. Willoch Price Willoch '17
Mr. and Mrs. Scott S. Salyer Hayden Salyer '12
Mark and Libby Turner Natalie Turner '14 and Colby Turner '17
Melinda and Jeff Wood J. T. Wood '15
DĂśrte and Stefan Schmieta Isabel Schmieta '17
Kimberly and Richard Wakefield Savannah Wakefield '15
Bill and Kelly Schreiner Casey Schreiner '12
Sherry Walker-Taylor Jessica Whittingham '02
Kathy and Bill Scott Chloe Scott '17
Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Walsh Jr. Mary Grace Walsh '14 and Rob Walsh '15
Cheryl Rogers Clint Rogers '98 John and Marie Ross Kelly Ross '16 and Korey Ross '09 Tom and Susanne Rowan Max Rowan '16
Donald and Michelle Simon Nicole Simon '17 Kathy and Dave Smith Parker Smith '15 and River Smith '17 Carla and Houston Snavely Ben Snavely '16
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren Rip Warren '02 and Catherine Warren '00
Terri and Jim Woods Beau Woods '03 and Natalie-Claire Lyda '00 Sally and Michael Wright Meredith Wright ‘13 and Andrew Wright '15 Mr. and Mrs. Eric R. Yeaney Alec Yeaney '17 Simone and Alan Zuckerman Josh Zuckerman '12 and Joseph Zuckerman '15
Thomas and Dawn Watkins Alex Watkins '16
Jane and Ernest Spears Michael Spears '92 Jan and Phil Steffen Troy Steffen '01 and C.J. Steffen '98 Bob and Carol Straub Bobby Straub '17 Tina and David Strauss Vanessa Strauss '01 Jean Stricklen Liz Stricklen '96 and Jennifer Stricklen '97 David and Lorie Strother Jordan Strother '13, Glenn Strother '15 and Brigham Strother '17 Barry and Barbara Tessler Adam Tessler '99 33
2017 Walker Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
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The Walker Alumni Wall Installed in 2012, The Walker Alumni Wall honors each graduating class since 1981. Located in the Bowden Library building, the alumni wall is a growing and lasting tribute to Walker’s graduates. It serves as a permanent reminder of the strength of The Walker School, which is found in the creativity and talents of each of Walker’s graduates. The following graduates were added to the Alumni Wall during the 2016-2017 school year: In honor of Paul Westfall Adkins Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Adkins
In honor of Eileen Connell Class of 2017 Daniel and Melanie Connell
In honor of Kacie Marie Goeppner Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. David M. Goeppner
In honor of Lawson Stephen Ashby Class of 2017 Stephen and Heather Ashby
In honor of Connor Chase Coolbroth Class of 2017 Michael and Muffet Coolbroth
In honor of Mackenzie Anne Golden Class of 2017 Michele and Peter Golden
In honor of Kendall Meade Baker Class of 2017 Karen Baker
In honor of Saige Christian Cornick-Turpin Class of 2017 Gary and Lisa Kelly
In honor of Paul Russell Grazzini Class of 2017 Brian and Rosanna Grazzini
In honor of Alec James Baker Class of 2017 Karen Baker In honor of Tristan Edward Barton Class of 2017 Karen and Chuck Barton In honor of Jessie Margarite Baynes Class of 2017 Kim and Jim Baynes In honor of Samuel Isaiah Bush Class of 2017 Ira and Opal Bush
In honor of Jarah Elena Cornick-Turpin Class of 2017 Gary and Lisa Kelly In honor of Mara Claire Davis Class of 2017 Ricky and Tina Davis In honor of Meghan Rachel Dresdner Class of 2017 Mr. Michael Dresdner
In honor of Jordan JeaYoung Chang Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Chang
In honor of Meghan Rachel Dresdner Class of 2017 Ms. Andrea L. Dresdner
In honor of Ally Parker Chebuhar Class of 2017 Dr. and Mrs. Craig M. Chebuhar
In honor of Elisa Rose Farrell Class of 2017 Joseph and Ginny Farrell
In honor of Ally Parker Chebuhar Class of 2017 Erika Chebuhar
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In honor of Jonathan Graham Haas Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Keith A. Haas In honor of Alex Patrick Hardie Class of 2017 Alex and Maureen Hardie In honor of Daryl Elaine Hutchins Class of 2017 Dr. Allen R. Hutchins and Mrs. Cleo P. Hutchins In honor of Aubrey Izurieta Class of 2017 Frank and Heather Izurieta In honor of Brandon Alexander Jaffe Class of 2017 Matthew and Suzanne Jaffe In honor of Matt Hawthorne Johnson Class of 2017 Robyn and James Johnson
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In honor of Clay Edward Jones Class of 2017 David and Paige Jones
In honor of Holland Lily Martin Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Martin
In honor of Nicole Lynn Simon Class of 2017 Donald and Michelle Simon
In honor of Jack Haydn Jones Class of 2017 David and Paige Jones
In honor of Will Agent Morris Class of 2017 Toni and Jon Morris
In honor of River Smith Class of 2017 Kathy and Dave Smith
In honor of Kayla Jordan Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Scott Jordan
In honor of Abhi Muthiah Class of 2017 Ponnambalam Muthiah
In honor of Andrew Thomas Spencer Class of 2017 Chris and Martha Spencer
In honor of Lily Kate Jordan Class of 2017 Rebecca Drew Avery
In honor of Allyson Scott Nesmith Class of 2017 Mr. Alex Nesmith
In honor of Bobby J. Straub Class of 2017 Bob and Carol Straub
In honor of David Kahn Class of 2017 Susan and Michael Kahn
In honor of Courtney L. Osborne Class of 2017 Randy and Cyndy Osborne
In honor of Brigham Scott Strother Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. David Strother
In honor of Ashwin Ram Kanuru Class of 2017 Narendra and Archana Kanuru
In honor of Madison Rose McGinty Patterson Class of 2017 Mr. Duane Patterson and Ms. Cecilia McGinty
In honor of Benjamin W. Tally Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Ben W. Tally Jr.
In honor of Briana Rozalia Keegan Class of 2017 Shay and Brian Keegan In honor of Debbie Elizabeth Kemp Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen E. Kemp
In honor of Cole Hamilton Paulsen Class of 2017 Kelley and Russell Paulsen
In honor of Sophie Camille Klass Class of 2017 Markus Klass
In honor of Elizabeth Ellen Perkerson Class of 2017 Mrs. Kelly S. Chapman and Mr. Rich Chapman
In honor of Michael William Kunetz Class of 2017 Bill and Elizabeth Kunetz
In honor of Harrison Davis Pritchett Class of 2017 Gregory and Jody Pritchett
In honor of Nick Benjamin LaDue Class of 2017 Tom and Kirsten LaDue
In honor of Ellen Lybrook Roberts Class of 2017 Ned and Nancy Roberts
In honor of Gregory McPike Lloyd Class of 2017 Angela McPike and Browning Lloyd
In honor of Isabel Schmieta Class of 2017 Dรถrte and Stefan Schmieta
In honor of Ryan Bradley Louis Class of 2017 Valentina Casimir
In honor of Chloe Reeve Scott Class of 2017 Kathy and Bill Scott
In honor of Mason Alexander Mamoun Class of 2017 Nadim and Turin Mamoun
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In honor of Addison Harris Tharp Class of 2017 Jeffrey and Louise Tharp In honor of Colby Austin Turner Class of 2017 Mark and Libby Turner In honor of Savannah Elizabeth Ware Class of 2017 Michael Ware In honor of Lindsay Weinert Class of 2017 Todd Weinert In honor of Price Willoch Class of 2017 Raymond S. Willoch In honor of Alec Christopher Yeaney Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Eric R. Yeaney In honor of Justin Tyler Yost Class of 2017 Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. Yost
The 30,000 square foot Science & Technology building will house dedicated Middle School Science labs as well as Upper School Chemistry, Physics, Robotics and Media Tech suites and classrooms. 36
Letter from the Director of Advancement
A Tremendous Honor and Privilege
styles and making sure that their needs, both social/emotional and academic, are being met. With my family’s rich history at Walker and our commitment to the future of the School, beginning work on the campus master plan was an easy transition. Throughout the campaign, I have been in awe of the generous Walker community. In addition, we received tremendous support from Atlanta-area foundations. Not only do we invest in Walker, but the vote of confidence from these organizations shows that the broader community believes in Walker too. This campaign truly reflects the ‘Wonder of We.’
Shelly and Skip Manuel with son Finn and daughter Kate
In spring of 2014, I received the wonderful news that I would be Walker’s new Director of Advancement fully aware that my first major project in this newly created role would be to direct the largest capital campaign in the School’s history. It has been a tremendous honor and privilege to work on Walker’s behalf the past three plus years on this exciting effort. The generosity and commitment of our community is remarkable. In addition to taking an exciting step in my career, my husband and I were also delighted to send our children to Walker. Having attended school here from 1985-1996, we knew what a strong community that we were joining and that our kids would be getting
the best education possible. So much has changed in the 20 years since I’ve graduated, but the heart of Walker has remained the same. We have had
“So much has changed in the 20 years since I’ve graduated, but the heart of Walker has remained the same.”
As the Science and Technology building goes up and the first team takes the field on the new athletic fields this spring, we continue our efforts to go beyond our $10 million goal and would still welcome the opportunity to share our vision and discuss investing in that vision. The following list reflects those donors who went above and beyond their annual giving, stretched, and made this project possible. On behalf of all Walker students - past, present, and future - I simply cannot thank you enough. Sincerely,
professionals who know our children guide them through their early education. We have had tremendous support in navigating their individual learning 37
Shelly Robertson Manuel '96 Director of Advancement
The Wonder of We Capital Campaign
The Wonder of We Capital Campaign - Contributors Walker is pleased to recognize the following donors who made commitments to The Wonder of We Capital Campaign. We deeply appreciate the generosity of all members of our school community who contributed to this project, which was so important in the life of The Walker School. Key Gifts ($1 million and above) Lettie Pate Evans Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warren
Lead Gifts ($100,000 - $999,999) A Friend of The Walker School Anonymous Ford and Shannon Bohannon James and Diane Brock DeAnna Brown Jim and Rebecca Condon Sean and Shawna Fallmann Greg and Christine Foster Joseph and Marion Hegedus The Wilbur and Hilda Glenn Family Foundation Dawn and Alex Koutouzis Mr Adams D. Little The Maguire Family Randy and Jill Meyer Michael and Carolynn Puffe Kristin and Glenn Shaw The Ligon Foundation The Walker Backers The Walker School Association Thomas Guy Woolford Charitable Trust The Vinelli Family
Major Gifts ($25,000 - $99,999) Anonymous (3) Michael and Katie Arjona Cheryl and Mark Barre Mr. and Mrs. Derrick Bloom Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bosio Dixie and Robert Bowden Rob and Michelle Cason Dr. Amy and Mr. Evan Charles Coca-Cola Refreshments The Duecker Family The Edens Family
Jeff and Kim Epstein Julie and James Eubanks Virginia J. Eubanks Elizabeth Bouis and Randy Fields Dave and Angie Franks Heath and Lee Garrett Scott and Jaclyn Glatzer Jane Bowden Gore and Rusty Gore Mr. and Mrs. Scott Gregory Cathy and Jack Hall David and Susan Hebert Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hill Chuck and Christi Hodges ISF Brett and Melissa Jewkes The Kay Family The Krause Family Foundation The Larson Family Nadim and Turin Mamoun Ramsey and Rebecca Mohandiss Dr. and Mrs. David Nadler M.D. Drs. Greg and Elizabeth Nesmith Sam and Paula Paglioni The Poteet Family The Pouncey Family The Powell Family Don and Lesley Robertson Craig and Pam Roper Mr. and Mrs. Scott Slay Dr. and Mrs. Chris Smith Bethany and Richard Stoll Rob and Christine Stoltz Ann and Ken Stovall Mr. and Mrs. Peter Tezza Jennifer and Rip Warren Drs. Travis and Cameron Watson The Wottrich Family Simone and Alan Zuckerman
Supporting Gifts ($5,000 - $24,999) The Allers Family Vicki and Orlando Arjona Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baker Bank of America 38
Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation Inc. Mr. and Mrs. David Blauvelt Leigh and Mandi Block Brad and Estrella Brown John and Mary Camp Dr. and Mrs. John Carey The Chappell Family Mr. Jasper K. Cho Steve and Kendra Cook Darryl and Tara Cooper Delta Air Lines, Inc. Alec and Sharon Dicks Billy and Jan Edens Maryanne and David Elliott The Etzler Family Parker and Melissa Gilbert Hetal and Fergus Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Seth Hagen Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. Hales Troy and Patti Harmon Katherine and Chris Harrison Phil and Deb Haynes Jennifer Moll and Robert Hobbs Christie and Rob Holman The Jaglan Family The Johnson Family Chip and Lori Kaczynski Dr. Carmen Klass Dr. and Mrs. Mark A. Knautz Jill and Brady Knight The LaClaire Family Mark and Susan Lane Dave and Amy Lazzaroni Lincoln Financial Foundation Shelly Robertson Manuel '96 and Skip Manuel Michael and Amy McCarver Jonathan McMurry and Anna Longacre Drew and Deborah Meunier Mr. and Mrs. John H. Moore Kevin and Elizabeth Moore Bob and Randy Murphy Vijay and Rina Nath The Oberth Family Ola and Osagie Okundaye The Parlottos
The Wonder of We Capital Campaign - Contributors
Jim and Lisa Parrish Perrin Trust Mr. Adam and Mr. Robert Rodenberger John and Marie Ross Dr. Aasim and Dr. Sofia Sheikh The Coca-Cola Company The Home Depot Dan and Meaghan Timko Sean and Chris Todd The Toro Family The VanBruinisse Family Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program Terri Welchel Michelle Easton and Mark Williams Jackie and Andrew Wonder Michael and Sally Wright Juan and Wendy Zuluaga
Sustaining Gifts ($4,999 and below) Hilary Adair Nick and Emily Adams Carrie and Ray Aho Ashley and Carter Allen Beatriz Alvarado and Ted Heath Mr. Bruce and Dr. Susan Anderson Ares Management Armstrong Family Rebecca Drew Avery, Class of 1984 Susan Bargo, Class of 1982 Jean and Jon Bayer Drew and Luanne Bentley Kathy and Eric Berry Al and Mary Beverly Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Black Gary and Sandy Blohm Jill and John Bochniak Kerry and Jodi Bossak Beth Bourgeois Caroline Brashier Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Brimer Ben and Leslie Browning Kary and Tracey Brownlee Wills Bryan Neil and Susannah Campbell Gregory and Lisa Canzano Diane and Alan Carlson CarMax Kate and Brent Carter The Casey Family Charlie and Erin Clark Tom and Marjorie Clarke Sue and Pat Collerton
Thomas Cooper Dan and Andrea Croft Mr. and Mrs. John W. Crowers Damon and Donna Daniel Mr. Michael Dresdner Ms. Andrea L. Dresdner Kitty Drew and Terry Strecker Lydia Drown Dawn and John Dunlap eBay Ms. Elizabeth Elrod Entero, Inc. The Esterly Family John and Sharon Ezell Dana and Bud Ferguson The Ferguson Family Ms. Susan Filipovits Carlos and Marinés Franceschi Drs. Eric and Tiffany Fromm Shawn and Ann-Marie Gargano General Electric GlaxoSmithKline Sachin Goel and Mini Gupta Mr. and Mrs. David M. Goeppner The Goggin Family Chris and Kathy Golden Lori-Ann Gomez Google, Inc. Mr. and Ms. Gary Gordon Dr. John Gore and Mrs. Angela Gore Mark and Shelly Graves Dr. Brenda Hall Stephen and Jill Hanke Alison and Richard Haslam Wendy and Tim Hawk Karen and Cary Henderson Gregory N. Hite Tim and Sam Hussey IBM Corporation Linda and David Jahnig Robyn and James Johnson Susan and Michael Kahn Narendra Kanuru and Archana Koganti Jenny and Paul Karpenko The Kennerson Family, Shawn, Valerie, Emily ’14 and Ben ‘16 Stephanie and Stephen Killian Kimberly-Clark Foundation Ms. Anne Krache Edgar and Cristi Lebron Craig and Michelle Lewis Randy and Stephanie Light Patti and Jerry Logan Justin and Natasha Loudermilk LPL Financial Henry P. Luessen 39
Michael and Cindy Mackey Josh and Sarah Martin Bruce and Holly Martin Jeff and Kate McConnaughey Newton and Pam McCurdy Sharon and Dennis McElhaney Mike and Jill Meiser The Melvin Family Shanda and Ron Mitchell Isaac Mitchell Jeremy and Kristin Moffett Bill Morgan Todd and Joy Motter Patty Mozley The Mulroy Family Charles Munafo and Judith Hubbs Malanda and Jeff Murchison Nancy B. Esterly Living Trust Kimberly Nasca Moore Megan and Bill Nellen The Nesmith Family Raymond E. and Diane H. Noel Ken and Heather O’Neill Charlene and Pete Papadopoulos, Yeoryia Papadopoulos and Marika Papadopoulos Brock and Lisa Patterson Duane Patterson and Cecilia McGinty Kelley and Russell Paulsen Mrs. Karen Payne Sonya and James Peebles Bob and Ann Petersen Rebecca Pierce Jackie and Rick Porubiansky Bruce and Faith Powell Marvin Prather Renesas Electronics America Lyric Danielle Resmondo and Jay Garten John Richardson Ms. Maria Rigby Buzz and Sue Rittenberg Cheryl J. Rogers Sunita Sharma and Tushar Sachdev The Sadler Family Daniel and Christine Santos Doug and Susan Sawyer Cynthia M. Schafer Susie and John Schlich William and Kelly Schreiner Schwab Charitable Fund William Severino and Alexandra Blair Miss Zijing Shan Gregory and Kara Shenton Sahir and Paulomi Shroff Lorraine and B.P. Singh
The Wonder of We Capital Campaign - Contributors
Dave and Kathy Smith Jane and Ernest Spears Chris and Martha Spencer Mitch and Meghan Stauts Jan and Phil Steffen Mary Ann Stillerman Tina and David Strauss Roger and Angela Strickland Jean B. Stricklen Ingrid and Brian Surkan Toby and Cris Thornton
Toyota Matching Gifts to Education Mr. Mark and Dr. Libby Turner UCB, Inc. United Technologies/Automated Logic Corporation Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Vijayvargiya The Wakefield Family Sherry Walker-Taylor Bob and Joanne Walsh Thomas and Dawn Watkins The Welch Family
Burns and Francis Wetherington Jessica and Clay Whittingham The Wieskopf Family Tracey Williams Raymond S. Willoch Jeff and Melinda Wood Michael and Leah Yankus Karlyn and David Zimmerman
Memorial and Honor Contributions The donors listed below made campaign gifts in honor of the following friends, family and teachers of The Walker School: In honor of the 8th grade teachers Sachin Goel and Mini Gupta In honor of Alyssa Anderson '21 and Blake Anderson '25 Mr. Bruce and Dr. Susan Anderson In memory of Dr. David Beverly Al and Mary Beverly In memory of Cliff Brashier Caroline Brashier In memory of Don Elrod Maryanne and David Elliott Ms. Elizabeth Elrod In memory of Gary F. Eubanks Julie and James Eubanks Virginia J. Eubanks In honor of Chase Ferguson '12 Dana and Bud Ferguson In honor of Marisa Franceschi '15 and Clarisa Franceschi '19 Carlos and MarinĂŠs Franceschi In honor of Jack Goggin '22 and Bobby Goggin '25 The Goggin Family
In honor of Isabelle Jordan'16 and Lily Kate Jordan '17 Rebecca Drew Avery
In honor of Karen Smith Dawn and John Dunlap
In honor of George Litchfield '15 and Winnie Litchfield '18 Susan Bargo
In honor of the Teachers, Counselors and Administration at The Walker School Duane Patterson and Cecilia McGinty
In honor of Ilicia Martin '15 Bruce and Holly Martin
In honor of Team Lower School Megan and Bill Nellen
In honor of Russell McNiven Dawn and John Dunlap
In honor of The Walker Faculty Simone and Alan Zuckerman
In honor of Liz Meadows Drew and Luanne Bentley
In honor of Katie Grace Timko '26 and Ella Timko '29 Dan and Meaghan Timko
In honor of Chandler Marie Morgan '13 Kimberly Nasca-Moore In honor of Patty Mozley Brad and Estrella Brown
In honor of Natalie Turner '14 and Colby Turner '17 Mr. Mark and Dr. Libby Turner
In honor of Bob Murphy Wills Bryan
In honor of Rob Walsh '14 and Mary Grace Walsh '15 Bob and Joanne Walsh
In honor of Richard LeBeau Slay '18 Mr. and Mrs. Scott Slay
In honor of The Wonder Family Dr. John Gore and Mrs. Angela Gore
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During the summer of 2018, the existing science labs and classrooms in the main building will be repurposed and renovated to become 2D and 3D art rooms as well as dedicated spaces for band, orchestra, dance and performing arts programs.
Campaign Committee The success of The Wonder of We capital campaign could not have happened without the effort of a dedicated group of parent volunteers. We are grateful for all of the time and intellectual capital, in addition to making an investment in the campaign themselves, that our capital campaign committee put into this project. We are exceptionally grateful to our campaign co-chairs Dawn and Alex Koutouzis and Kristin and Glenn Shaw for their leadership, encouragement and support throughout the entire campaign. We would have never met our goal without you! Dawn & Alex Koutouzis, Campaign Co-Chair Kristin & Glenn Shaw, Campaign Co-Chair Shannon Bohannon Ford Bohannon Glenn Bosio Diane Brock James D. Brock Scott Gregory Sam Paglioni Carolynn Puffe Michael Puffe
Jennifer Warren Rip Warren Jack Hall, Head of School Shelly Manuel, Director of Advancement Christie Holman, Director of Business & Finance Cathy LaClaire, Assistant Director of Advancement Meghan Stauts, Assistant Director of Communications & Marketing Glenn Shaw, Kristin Shaw, Dawn Koutouzis and Alex Koutouzis
Donor Giving by Constituency Board of Trustees $4,155,000 Lead Gifts $1,825,000 Major Gifts $1,594,568 Faculty/Staff $225,119 Foundations $1,975,000 Public Phase Contributions $297,770 TOTAL $10,072,557 41
The purchase of 18 acres of contiguous property located at 815 Allgood Road will be used to expand and consolidate our athletic fields and facilities. This new athletic complex will house a practice field as well as a dedicated Middle School Baseball/Softball field. It will also pave the way for future campus development of this site for athletic purposes.
The Walker School Administration
Board of Trustees
Advancement Office Staff
Mr. Jack Hall, Head of School
Mr. Scott Gregory, Chairman & Treasurer Mrs. Cheryl Barre Mr. James Brock Mr. James Eubanks Dr. Jane Gore Mr. Jack Hall, Head of School Mr. A. B. ‘Tripp’ Kay III Mr. Alex Koutouzis Mr. Sam Paglioni Dr. Julie Poteet Mrs. Carolynn Puffe, Secretary Mr. Glenn Shaw, Vice Chairman Mr. Tommy Warren Dr. Alan Zuckerman
Shelly Manuel Director of Advancement shelly.manuel@thewalkerschool.org (678) 581-6897
Mr. Michael Arjona, Head of Upper School Mrs. Katherine Harrison, Interim Head of Middle School Mrs. Trish Dougherty, Head of Lower School Mrs. Tara Owens, Head of Primary School Mrs. Christie Holman, Chief Financial Officer Mrs. Shelly Manuel, Director of Advancement Mrs. Rebecca Condon, Interim Director of Admission Mrs. Jen Brock, Director of Communications & Marketing Mr. Leigh Block, Athletics Director Mr. Rick Holifield, Director of Student Life, Asst. Head of Upper School
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Cathy LaClaire Assistant Director of Advancement cathy.laclaire@thewalkerschool.org (678) 581-6904 Maria Rigby Alumni and Special Events Manager maria.rigby@thewalkerschool.org (678) 581-6892
The Walker School 2016-2017 Annual Fund
Giving to Walker There are many opportunities to support The Walker School’s outstanding programs and people, nearly all of which are tax-deductible. Below you will find a number of methods by which you can contribute to the Annual Fund, the school’s most important fund raising effort, as well as other forms of giving that support the school. If you have any questions regarding the information below please don’t hesitate to contact the Advancement Office.
Pledges
The Walker School accepts and encourages pledge commitments to the Annual Fund. Pledges must be paid as a one-time payment or in installments by June 30, the end of the school’s fiscal year.
Cash Contributions
Unrestricted gifts of cash are the most popular and easiest way to support Walker. The majority of gifts made to the Annual Fund come in the form of cash or check. A gift of cash receives the most generous federal income tax deduction available for charitable contributions. Gifts or pledge payments can be made online by credit card or mailed directly to the school.
3. At the time of transfer, it is very
important that your broker provide the details to the Merrill Lynch representative, Michele Logan, Senior Private Wealth Associate, at (404) 231-2465 or by emailing her at michele.logan@ ml.com. The mailing address is: Ponder, Higgins, Jowers & Associates, Private Banking and Investment Group at Merrill Lynch, 3455 Peachtree Road, N.E., Suite 1000, Atlanta, Georgia 30326.
4. To ensure that the stock is
properly accounted for, also at the time of the transfer, have your broker contact Assistant Director of Advancement, Cathy LaClaire, at (678) 581-6904 or cathy. laclaire@thewalkerschool.org, regarding the stock transfer.
Matching Gifts
Many employers will match and in some cases triple the amount of your contribution to Walker through a matching gift program. Contact your
Gifts of Stock and Securities
Gifts of stocks or securities benefit you and the school. A gift of appreciated securities held for more than one year is one of the most tax-wise ways to make a donation. You receive the immediate fair market value as a charitable deduction and can avoid capital gains tax. To make a stock transfer, please follow the procedure listed below: 1. Instruct your broker to transfer the gift shares directly to The Walker School’s broker, Merrill Lynch.
2. The Merrill Lynch DTC# is 8862. The Merrill Lynch account number is 6AK-02002. The name of the account is The Walker School Inc. (Donations Account)
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Human Resources department or the Advancement Office to find out if this opportunity is available through your employer.
Planned Gifts
Walker encourages and appreciates future gifts made through one’s estate. Bequests are the most common way for donors to make their ultimate gift to the school. If you are interested in learning more about gift planning, we are happy to help you determine how and when to make a gift and with what assets that can, in some cases, benefit both you and the school in your lifetime.
Ways to Give Online: thewalkerschool.org/give Mail:
The Walker School 700 Cobb Parkway N Marietta, GA 30062
Phone: (678) 581-6904
700 Cobb Parkway North Marietta, GA 30062
Looking for a way to reduce your 2017 taxes? You can always make a charitable gift to The Walker School by December 31, 2017 at thewalkerschool.org/give. 44