Lamplight 2015

The Agnes Irwin School Laurel Society MEMBERS AS OF MAY 2015 Founding Chairs

Sandy S. Crockett ’77

Katherine McCabe Juhas ’97

Murray Richards Richey ’69

Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53

Kara Smith Cumiskey ’84

Antoinette F. Knorr ’69

Joan Church Roberts ’48

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Alexandra Davis Cummin ’85

Nancy Hill Lamason ’54

Barbara H. Roberts ’53

Rita E. Davis

Erin M. Lanahan ’00

Letitia Roberts ’60

Suzanne Mitchell Davis ’58

Susan G. Lea ’76

Katheryne Kerr

K. Whitney Rogers Davis ’82

Elizabeth Moran Legnini ’76

Robin Belcher Davis ’71

R. Kimball Leiser† & Judy

Cynthia D. Rugart ’73 Pamela Brown Russell ’69

Anne McIver Dunn ’59

Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

Murray S. Savar Harold F. & Maryhelen L.

Anne E. Dunwoody

Barbara Byers Littlefield ’48

Members

Jane Martin Emerson ’65

Alida Nicholas Lovell ’53

Anonymous (3)

Caroline Lipscomb Ernst ’90

Judith Barnes Luke ’55

Mr. C. William Schellenger

Melanie Gaspari Albahary ’92

Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65

Vicki Lynch

Margaret Justice Scholl ’57

Lucetta Sharp Alderfer

Anne R. Faust*

Lee McIlvaine Manonian ’66

Esther Schwartz

Sarajane Smith Alexander ’49

Dr. Herbert A. Faust†

Laura Buck Marshall ’74

Mary F. Seppala

Elise W. Artelt ’60*

John B.R. Faust*

Patricia Peterson

Nancy Day Sharp ’61

Mary Koch Baer ’42

Nancy A. Fay ’71

McCurdy ’51

Helen Clothier Ballard ’57

Charlotte Peterson

Daniel B. & Patty G. Slack

Nancy Mungall McDowell ’70

Charlotte Ziesing Smith ’63

Margaret Tryon Bennett ’54

Megan Boyle Flinn ’87

Sandra Keefe McMullin ’57

Joan Lallou Smith ’51

Pamela A. Bicket ’69

Joan Carrigan Forester ’57

Anita L. McMullin ’81

Currie Smith ’76

Carol F. Boerner ’68

Laura Wheeler Golding ’64

Heidi Hartshorn

Richard L. & Amanda W.

Jessamine Brandt ’54

Joan Colgan Haas ’59

Anne Clark Brooks ’38

Eloise Sheaffer Hall ’57

Donna A. Meyer

Devereaux Rose Bruch ’55

Elizabeth Heebner

Ursula W. Michel

Sonnenfeld ’77

Sarah Biddle Stokes ’39†

Jennifer H. Harford

Ann Stovell Moyer ’49

Keith Nelsen Stroud ’73

Gwendolyn M. Campbell ’87

Anne M. Henry

Sarah C. Nassau ’70*

Judith Carrigan Sykes ’59†

Noel Spahr Cappillo ’92

Margaret E. Henry ’87

Brooke N. Norrett ’95*

Julie E. Twitmyer ’88

Eleanor Geyelin Casey ’41

Mary Schimminger Hinds ’72

Mary Hulme O’Malley ’53

Anne Batchelder Ulichney ’83

Ashley L. Chapman ’90

Margaretta Wharton

Susan Clark Ogden ’62

Margaret Bright Walker ’66

Mary Masters Opila ’77

Margaret P. Welsh

Deborah Boas

Gay West-Klien ’75

Butterworth ’76

Pauline Carrigan Charles ’54

Hoadley ’42

Olivia Crockett Chiles ’90

Ann Hodgdon ’64

Lori Brown Ciprich ’92

Heidi Thiermann Hole ’83

Constance Clery

David P. & Alexis C. Hollander

Pakradooni ’65*

Ginny Sharp Williams ’88

Elenita Jackson Parker ’68

Averel Roberts Wilson ’73

Isaac H. & Elizabeth P. Clothier Priscilla Hook Holleran ’70 Elizabeth B. Collins ’90 Elizabeth Wistar Drayton

Christine Wheeler Patton ’65

Diana Strawbridge Wister ’57

Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53

Ann Murphy Zabel ’51

Andrew D. Connally*

Joan E. Pew ’80

Hopkins ’47

Members receiving pins, from left to right: Sarah C. Nassau ’70, Lucy Cooper Karlsson ’75, Jane Martin Emerson ’65, Anne Rouse McDowell ’65, Elise W. Artelt ’60, Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65 Not pictured: Brooke Norrett ’95

Cynthia L. Cooper†

Janet Lockhart Hughes ’53

Connie Anne Phillips ’83

† deceased

Polly Warren Coxe ’77

Amelia Erskine Hunter ’75

Clare Putnam Pozos ’00

*new member

Jennifer Keh Creary ’93*

Annabelle V. Irey ’76

Anne Snyder Pritchard ’60

Nancy R. Crockett ’79

Christina Masters Jones ’78

Sally Schoettle Randolph ’58

Don’t see your name on the members’ list?

If you have remembered AIS with a planned gift, and your name is not on the Laurel Society members’ list printed here, please contact us. We want to be sure to send you an invitation to the annual breakfast on April 30, 2016, and give you a pin!

The information in this newsletter is provided as a service to our readers and should not be regarded as financial or legal advice. Please consult your advisors before proceeding.

A Bequest to The Agnes Irwin School is a wonderful way to leave a special legacy of support for the future and one of the easiest ways to join the Laurel Society.

How It Works

Benefits

• I f your will is already written, you may add the school as a beneficiary by instructing your attorney to include a codicil (amendment) to your bequest intention. We are happy to provide you with sample language.

•Y our assets remain in your control during your lifetime.

• You may make a bequest that is unrestricted or direct it to a specific purpose.

• You may indicate a specific amount or a percentage of your net or gross estate.

• You can modify your gift to address changing circumstances.

• You can direct your gift to a particular purpose. Be sure to check with the AIS Development Office to make sure your gift can be used as intended.

• Under current tax law, there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.

For more information, visit agnesirwin.org/plannedgiving

breakfast and other special events.

Sydney Davis Stevens ’55

Lisa Ginn Mottes ’82

invited to the annual Laurel Society

M. Penney Moss

Anne Fritchman Hamilton ’74

a gold laurel leaf pin and are

Edward R. Hallowell

Buck ’49

Laurel Society members receive

Joan Berguido Staples ’51

and other forms of deferred support.

Mrs. J. Maxwell Moran

Susan Cauffman

Halliday ’80

Smoot Ann Laupheimer

the school’s pooled income fund,

William & Laura Thomas

McPherson ’75

remainder trusts, gift annuities,

Fenstermacher ’86

Betty Shellenberger ’39

Anne Rouse McDowell ’65

bequest intentions, charitable

Cynthia Hooper Bell ’79

Scattergood

Margaret Welsh, Director of Development mwelsh@agnesirwin.org 610-526-1673

Irwin School. Planned gifts include

Marsh Andrew L. Lewis, IV

gift arrangement with The Agnes

Mary Knox Tatnall ’55

deForest Keys ’97

all those who establish a planned

Kathleen G. Putnam

Christina McCabe

The Laurel Society recognizes

Eve Bullitt Pierce ’72

Honoring the Past, Securing the Future

agnesirwin.org

Pansy Ward Jones ’66

Ferguson Rogers ’57 Karl F. Rugart†

Laurel Society

Edith Lamb Hollister ’66

A NEWSLETTER OF THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL LAUREL SOCIETY

There are many ways you can leave a legacy gift. One of the simplest is to make a gift through your will. A general description of the benefits and ease of a bequest to Agnes Irwin is outlined below. I am happy to meet with you to talk about a bequest or any of the other options for making a gift toward tuition assistance.

The Agnes Irwin School Ithan Avenue & Conestoga Road Rosemont, PA 19010

Matilde Zalinski Davidson ’63

The Agnes Irwin endowment — and as a result Agnes Irwin students—is supported by the many past and future gifts of Laurel Society members. As the students profiled in this newsletter attest, an Agnes Irwin education sets the stage for life. You have the ability to pass along the benefits of an AIS education to a deserving girl.

The Agnes Irwin

Advisory Committee

Lamplight

Stop By or Give Me a Call

2015

From the Pen of Pat McPherson ’53, Laurel Society Co-Founder Like the current and former students featured in this newsletter, I was the beneficiary of support from AIS. That opportunity made an enormous impact on my life and my future career in higher education. I am grateful to AIS for all of the opportunities afforded by an AIS education. I have been privileged to establish an endowed scholarship fund to honor my education and my mother, an Agnes Irwin teacher, to support a student in the Middle School.

First rank independent schools like AIS are committed to preparing students to live responsible and rewarding lives.

Agnes Irwin strives to select able, multi-talented students from diverse backgrounds who are prepared to take advantage of the opportunities the school can provide.

This can only be accomplished if the school is free to make admission decisions without consideration of a student’s ability to pay the full tuition.

The diversity of backgrounds and experience in a student body made possible by a strong financial aid program greatly enhances the preparation of all the students to embrace intelligently and wisely the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Your legacy gift to the Laurel Society will enable the Agnes Irwin endowment to grow and ultimately support more students.

My classmate Annabelle Irey and I are proud to be among the founding members of The Laurel Society.

Please consider joining us.

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Mary McCarty ’05 I’ll never forget the day I visited AIS as an eighth grader.

Sitting in on a ninth grade English class (they were reading Ethan Frome), the teacher posed a question to the section and nearly every hand was thrust into the air within milliseconds. Not a moderate, mid-level hand-raise — but a leaning-out-of-the-desk, “call on me” expression of engagement and confidence. I loved the culture of speaking up and stepping out, even when you don’t know you have the “right” answer. AIS taught me that just making the move is a critical (indeed, perhaps the most important) piece of the learning process.

The spirit instilled in me at Agnes Irwin — of helping others, collaborating with new and different faces, and supporting your teammates — has shaped perhaps the biggest part of me. I believe the strongest mark left on me as an Owl is my fierce commitment to paying those years forward, every day.

AIS Leadership Positions: Co-captain of the Varsity softball team and the Varsity volleyball team College: Mary realized her dream of attending NYU. During her summers she enjoyed internships with PA Congressman Joseph Sestack’s office, New Leaders, a New York-based nonprofit that works to ensure high academic achievement for all, and VH1 Save the Music Foundation.

Career: Mary works in development for Generation Citizen, a national nonprofit working to ensure that every student in the U.S. receives an effective action civics education, providing skills to be active citizens in our democracy.

Nadya Mason ’10 I can’t do justice to how much Irwin’s has shaped me and my journey thus far. I am the confident and outspoken person that I am today because of the leadership experience and opportunities at Agnes Irwin. I remember being pushed to work hard and encouraged to step out of my comfort zone.

Funny enough, I was cleaning out my closet recently and I found old papers dating back from Middle School — specifically my civil rights paper that I submitted to my eighth grade history teacher, Louisa Mygatt. The project had been difficult and time consuming. But, Mrs. Mygatt worked closely with me and ensured that I had the tools and capability to produce my best work! In the moment it was tough, but as I looked back on the physical papers in my hand I couldn’t help but feel so proud of that experience — one of many that I had with all the wonderful teachers at Agnes Irwin.

AIS Leadership Positions: Class President ninth through 11th grade, Student Body President in 12th grade, Event Coordinator for the Black Student League, Tri-head for Pottery Club and Tri-captain for Varsity field hockey

Reunion 2015 The annual Laurel Society breakfast was held during Reunion Weekend on Saturday, May 2 in the Alumnae Lobby. Alumnae reminisced with classmates and met new friends as the Society recognized Laurel members from the Classes of 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980 , 1985, 1990 and 1995.

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2

3

4

College: Early decision to University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2014 Career: Nadya lives in New York and works for Viacom as a Client Service Representative for the Nickelodeon Ad Sales Group, helping to manage several accounts, including Fox Films, General Mills, Toyota and Verizon.

Quick Facts • Annually, $3 million is awarded in financial aid to qualified families.

• Financial aid is available for students in PreK–grade 12, although 50% of the budget is awarded to Upper School students.

• 26% of the students in the Upper School receive financial aid.

• The average award is $20,000.

• AIS is a diverse community with 20% representation by students of color.

What You Can Do...

Honor the education that you, your daughter, mother or sister received by helping another young woman benefit from an Agnes Irwin education through membership in the Laurel Society. The Agnes Irwin School is life-changing for young women. A strong financial aid program allows AIS to offer an education to motivated, talented and bright young women in need of support. They enthusiastically explore the opportunities in science, the arts, technology, and athletics. They challenge themselves in AP courses, take advantage of SSPs (Special Studies Programs) and assume leadership positions.

They grow. They thrive. They contribute. The vitality and diversity they bring to Agnes Irwin makes a profound difference in the life of the school.

On the cover, from left to right: Meredith Murphy ’18 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Jenny Liang ’18 (AIS Scholar), Jessica Crowley ’16 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 (AIS Scholar), Riley Powers ’17 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Meryem Cebeci ’15 (AIS Scholar), Jaakirah Reid ’16 (AIS Scholar) These designated scholars receive need-based financial aid.

Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 The warm, friendly and non-judgmental Agnes Irwin community appealed to me as an applicant. I don’t know where my future will take me. I feel free to step outside of my comfort zone and explore the full range of coursework and extra-curricular activities that will help me evolve as a person.

Previous school: Waldron Mercy Academy

Jenny Liang ’18 I love the small classes, single-sex environment and leadership opportunities at Agnes Irwin.

This atmosphere allows students to develop close relationships with classmates and teachers.

The individual attention and encouragement given by teachers builds character and instills integrity. These are qualities that will help me the rest of my life.

Family: Catherine is the youngest of five children and lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.

Previous school: Lionville Middle School in Downingtown

Academics: English is Catherine’s favorite subject because teachers encourage open discussions and students are able to share their ideas in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Family: Jenny and her parents live in Newtown Square. Her mother teaches Chinese at AIS.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track

Academics: Jenny, taking physics and geometry this year, calls herself a STEM student because of her love of science and math.

Special interests: Catherine enjoys performing and this fall was a cast member of the joint Haverford/Agnes Irwin production of Spamalot.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track Special interests: Jenny has played the piano since she was five years old. Most recently, she won third place at the World Piano Competition in Cincinnati.

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1) Ann Murphy Zabel ’51, Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53, Barbara Shore Hastings ’50 2) Marion Schuenemann, Christine E. Kuhinka ’81 3) Katharine H. Norris ’70, Ginger Nemir Lukefahr ’70 4) Dr. Wendy Hill, Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53 5) Gay Firestone Wray ’55, Elisabeth Waterworth Russell ’55 6) Laura Thomas Buck ’49, Ann Laupheimer Sonnenfeld ’77, Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

If You Are Celebrating a Reunion…

Reunion inspires us to reflect on the education, friendships, and foundation for life secured during our years at Agnes Irwin. It is also a time to consider, “How can I give back?” If the answer for you is to pass on the legacy of an Agnes Irwin education to future generations, please consider joining the Laurel Society. By becoming a member of the Laurel Society, you will make a gift that has an enduring impact on your alma mater and future AIS students. It’s easy! Contact Margaret Welsh in the AIS Development Office, 610-526-1673, to discuss your intent and explore your opportunities to make a planned gift.

The Agnes Irwin School Laurel Society MEMBERS AS OF MAY 2015 Founding Chairs

Sandy S. Crockett ’77

Katherine McCabe Juhas ’97

Murray Richards Richey ’69

Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53

Kara Smith Cumiskey ’84

Antoinette F. Knorr ’69

Joan Church Roberts ’48

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Alexandra Davis Cummin ’85

Nancy Hill Lamason ’54

Barbara H. Roberts ’53

Rita E. Davis

Erin M. Lanahan ’00

Letitia Roberts ’60

Suzanne Mitchell Davis ’58

Susan G. Lea ’76

Katheryne Kerr

K. Whitney Rogers Davis ’82

Elizabeth Moran Legnini ’76

Robin Belcher Davis ’71

R. Kimball Leiser† & Judy

Cynthia D. Rugart ’73 Pamela Brown Russell ’69

Anne McIver Dunn ’59

Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

Murray S. Savar Harold F. & Maryhelen L.

Anne E. Dunwoody

Barbara Byers Littlefield ’48

Members

Jane Martin Emerson ’65

Alida Nicholas Lovell ’53

Anonymous (3)

Caroline Lipscomb Ernst ’90

Judith Barnes Luke ’55

Mr. C. William Schellenger

Melanie Gaspari Albahary ’92

Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65

Vicki Lynch

Margaret Justice Scholl ’57

Lucetta Sharp Alderfer

Anne R. Faust*

Lee McIlvaine Manonian ’66

Esther Schwartz

Sarajane Smith Alexander ’49

Dr. Herbert A. Faust†

Laura Buck Marshall ’74

Mary F. Seppala

Elise W. Artelt ’60*

John B.R. Faust*

Patricia Peterson

Nancy Day Sharp ’61

Mary Koch Baer ’42

Nancy A. Fay ’71

McCurdy ’51

Helen Clothier Ballard ’57

Charlotte Peterson

Daniel B. & Patty G. Slack

Nancy Mungall McDowell ’70

Charlotte Ziesing Smith ’63

Margaret Tryon Bennett ’54

Megan Boyle Flinn ’87

Sandra Keefe McMullin ’57

Joan Lallou Smith ’51

Pamela A. Bicket ’69

Joan Carrigan Forester ’57

Anita L. McMullin ’81

Currie Smith ’76

Carol F. Boerner ’68

Laura Wheeler Golding ’64

Heidi Hartshorn

Richard L. & Amanda W.

Jessamine Brandt ’54

Joan Colgan Haas ’59

Anne Clark Brooks ’38

Eloise Sheaffer Hall ’57

Donna A. Meyer

Devereaux Rose Bruch ’55

Elizabeth Heebner

Ursula W. Michel

Sonnenfeld ’77

Sarah Biddle Stokes ’39†

Jennifer H. Harford

Ann Stovell Moyer ’49

Keith Nelsen Stroud ’73

Gwendolyn M. Campbell ’87

Anne M. Henry

Sarah C. Nassau ’70*

Judith Carrigan Sykes ’59†

Noel Spahr Cappillo ’92

Margaret E. Henry ’87

Brooke N. Norrett ’95*

Julie E. Twitmyer ’88

Eleanor Geyelin Casey ’41

Mary Schimminger Hinds ’72

Mary Hulme O’Malley ’53

Anne Batchelder Ulichney ’83

Ashley L. Chapman ’90

Margaretta Wharton

Susan Clark Ogden ’62

Margaret Bright Walker ’66

Mary Masters Opila ’77

Margaret P. Welsh

Deborah Boas

Gay West-Klien ’75

Butterworth ’76

Pauline Carrigan Charles ’54

Hoadley ’42

Olivia Crockett Chiles ’90

Ann Hodgdon ’64

Lori Brown Ciprich ’92

Heidi Thiermann Hole ’83

Constance Clery

David P. & Alexis C. Hollander

Pakradooni ’65*

Ginny Sharp Williams ’88

Elenita Jackson Parker ’68

Averel Roberts Wilson ’73

Isaac H. & Elizabeth P. Clothier Priscilla Hook Holleran ’70 Elizabeth B. Collins ’90 Elizabeth Wistar Drayton

Christine Wheeler Patton ’65

Diana Strawbridge Wister ’57

Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53

Ann Murphy Zabel ’51

Andrew D. Connally*

Joan E. Pew ’80

Hopkins ’47

Members receiving pins, from left to right: Sarah C. Nassau ’70, Lucy Cooper Karlsson ’75, Jane Martin Emerson ’65, Anne Rouse McDowell ’65, Elise W. Artelt ’60, Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65 Not pictured: Brooke Norrett ’95

Cynthia L. Cooper†

Janet Lockhart Hughes ’53

Connie Anne Phillips ’83

† deceased

Polly Warren Coxe ’77

Amelia Erskine Hunter ’75

Clare Putnam Pozos ’00

*new member

Jennifer Keh Creary ’93*

Annabelle V. Irey ’76

Anne Snyder Pritchard ’60

Nancy R. Crockett ’79

Christina Masters Jones ’78

Sally Schoettle Randolph ’58

Don’t see your name on the members’ list?

If you have remembered AIS with a planned gift, and your name is not on the Laurel Society members’ list printed here, please contact us. We want to be sure to send you an invitation to the annual breakfast on April 30, 2016, and give you a pin!

The information in this newsletter is provided as a service to our readers and should not be regarded as financial or legal advice. Please consult your advisors before proceeding.

A Bequest to The Agnes Irwin School is a wonderful way to leave a special legacy of support for the future and one of the easiest ways to join the Laurel Society.

How It Works

Benefits

• I f your will is already written, you may add the school as a beneficiary by instructing your attorney to include a codicil (amendment) to your bequest intention. We are happy to provide you with sample language.

•Y our assets remain in your control during your lifetime.

• You may make a bequest that is unrestricted or direct it to a specific purpose.

• You may indicate a specific amount or a percentage of your net or gross estate.

• You can modify your gift to address changing circumstances.

• You can direct your gift to a particular purpose. Be sure to check with the AIS Development Office to make sure your gift can be used as intended.

• Under current tax law, there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.

For more information, visit agnesirwin.org/plannedgiving

breakfast and other special events.

Sydney Davis Stevens ’55

Lisa Ginn Mottes ’82

invited to the annual Laurel Society

M. Penney Moss

Anne Fritchman Hamilton ’74

a gold laurel leaf pin and are

Edward R. Hallowell

Buck ’49

Laurel Society members receive

Joan Berguido Staples ’51

and other forms of deferred support.

Mrs. J. Maxwell Moran

Susan Cauffman

Halliday ’80

Smoot Ann Laupheimer

the school’s pooled income fund,

William & Laura Thomas

McPherson ’75

remainder trusts, gift annuities,

Fenstermacher ’86

Betty Shellenberger ’39

Anne Rouse McDowell ’65

bequest intentions, charitable

Cynthia Hooper Bell ’79

Scattergood

Margaret Welsh, Director of Development mwelsh@agnesirwin.org 610-526-1673

Irwin School. Planned gifts include

Marsh Andrew L. Lewis, IV

gift arrangement with The Agnes

Mary Knox Tatnall ’55

deForest Keys ’97

all those who establish a planned

Kathleen G. Putnam

Christina McCabe

The Laurel Society recognizes

Eve Bullitt Pierce ’72

Honoring the Past, Securing the Future

agnesirwin.org

Pansy Ward Jones ’66

Ferguson Rogers ’57 Karl F. Rugart†

Laurel Society

Edith Lamb Hollister ’66

A NEWSLETTER OF THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL LAUREL SOCIETY

There are many ways you can leave a legacy gift. One of the simplest is to make a gift through your will. A general description of the benefits and ease of a bequest to Agnes Irwin is outlined below. I am happy to meet with you to talk about a bequest or any of the other options for making a gift toward tuition assistance.

The Agnes Irwin School Ithan Avenue & Conestoga Road Rosemont, PA 19010

Matilde Zalinski Davidson ’63

The Agnes Irwin endowment — and as a result Agnes Irwin students—is supported by the many past and future gifts of Laurel Society members. As the students profiled in this newsletter attest, an Agnes Irwin education sets the stage for life. You have the ability to pass along the benefits of an AIS education to a deserving girl.

The Agnes Irwin

Advisory Committee

Lamplight

Stop By or Give Me a Call

2015

From the Pen of Pat McPherson ’53, Laurel Society Co-Founder Like the current and former students featured in this newsletter, I was the beneficiary of support from AIS. That opportunity made an enormous impact on my life and my future career in higher education. I am grateful to AIS for all of the opportunities afforded by an AIS education. I have been privileged to establish an endowed scholarship fund to honor my education and my mother, an Agnes Irwin teacher, to support a student in the Middle School.

First rank independent schools like AIS are committed to preparing students to live responsible and rewarding lives.

Agnes Irwin strives to select able, multi-talented students from diverse backgrounds who are prepared to take advantage of the opportunities the school can provide.

This can only be accomplished if the school is free to make admission decisions without consideration of a student’s ability to pay the full tuition.

The diversity of backgrounds and experience in a student body made possible by a strong financial aid program greatly enhances the preparation of all the students to embrace intelligently and wisely the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Your legacy gift to the Laurel Society will enable the Agnes Irwin endowment to grow and ultimately support more students.

My classmate Annabelle Irey and I are proud to be among the founding members of The Laurel Society.

Please consider joining us.

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Mary McCarty ’05 I’ll never forget the day I visited AIS as an eighth grader.

Sitting in on a ninth grade English class (they were reading Ethan Frome), the teacher posed a question to the section and nearly every hand was thrust into the air within milliseconds. Not a moderate, mid-level hand-raise — but a leaning-out-of-the-desk, “call on me” expression of engagement and confidence. I loved the culture of speaking up and stepping out, even when you don’t know you have the “right” answer. AIS taught me that just making the move is a critical (indeed, perhaps the most important) piece of the learning process.

The spirit instilled in me at Agnes Irwin — of helping others, collaborating with new and different faces, and supporting your teammates — has shaped perhaps the biggest part of me. I believe the strongest mark left on me as an Owl is my fierce commitment to paying those years forward, every day.

AIS Leadership Positions: Co-captain of the Varsity softball team and the Varsity volleyball team College: Mary realized her dream of attending NYU. During her summers she enjoyed internships with PA Congressman Joseph Sestack’s office, New Leaders, a New York-based nonprofit that works to ensure high academic achievement for all, and VH1 Save the Music Foundation.

Career: Mary works in development for Generation Citizen, a national nonprofit working to ensure that every student in the U.S. receives an effective action civics education, providing skills to be active citizens in our democracy.

Nadya Mason ’10 I can’t do justice to how much Irwin’s has shaped me and my journey thus far. I am the confident and outspoken person that I am today because of the leadership experience and opportunities at Agnes Irwin. I remember being pushed to work hard and encouraged to step out of my comfort zone.

Funny enough, I was cleaning out my closet recently and I found old papers dating back from Middle School — specifically my civil rights paper that I submitted to my eighth grade history teacher, Louisa Mygatt. The project had been difficult and time consuming. But, Mrs. Mygatt worked closely with me and ensured that I had the tools and capability to produce my best work! In the moment it was tough, but as I looked back on the physical papers in my hand I couldn’t help but feel so proud of that experience — one of many that I had with all the wonderful teachers at Agnes Irwin.

AIS Leadership Positions: Class President ninth through 11th grade, Student Body President in 12th grade, Event Coordinator for the Black Student League, Tri-head for Pottery Club and Tri-captain for Varsity field hockey

Reunion 2015 The annual Laurel Society breakfast was held during Reunion Weekend on Saturday, May 2 in the Alumnae Lobby. Alumnae reminisced with classmates and met new friends as the Society recognized Laurel members from the Classes of 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980 , 1985, 1990 and 1995.

1

2

3

4

College: Early decision to University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2014 Career: Nadya lives in New York and works for Viacom as a Client Service Representative for the Nickelodeon Ad Sales Group, helping to manage several accounts, including Fox Films, General Mills, Toyota and Verizon.

Quick Facts • Annually, $3 million is awarded in financial aid to qualified families.

• Financial aid is available for students in PreK–grade 12, although 50% of the budget is awarded to Upper School students.

• 26% of the students in the Upper School receive financial aid.

• The average award is $20,000.

• AIS is a diverse community with 20% representation by students of color.

What You Can Do...

Honor the education that you, your daughter, mother or sister received by helping another young woman benefit from an Agnes Irwin education through membership in the Laurel Society. The Agnes Irwin School is life-changing for young women. A strong financial aid program allows AIS to offer an education to motivated, talented and bright young women in need of support. They enthusiastically explore the opportunities in science, the arts, technology, and athletics. They challenge themselves in AP courses, take advantage of SSPs (Special Studies Programs) and assume leadership positions.

They grow. They thrive. They contribute. The vitality and diversity they bring to Agnes Irwin makes a profound difference in the life of the school.

On the cover, from left to right: Meredith Murphy ’18 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Jenny Liang ’18 (AIS Scholar), Jessica Crowley ’16 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 (AIS Scholar), Riley Powers ’17 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Meryem Cebeci ’15 (AIS Scholar), Jaakirah Reid ’16 (AIS Scholar) These designated scholars receive need-based financial aid.

Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 The warm, friendly and non-judgmental Agnes Irwin community appealed to me as an applicant. I don’t know where my future will take me. I feel free to step outside of my comfort zone and explore the full range of coursework and extra-curricular activities that will help me evolve as a person.

Previous school: Waldron Mercy Academy

Jenny Liang ’18 I love the small classes, single-sex environment and leadership opportunities at Agnes Irwin.

This atmosphere allows students to develop close relationships with classmates and teachers.

The individual attention and encouragement given by teachers builds character and instills integrity. These are qualities that will help me the rest of my life.

Family: Catherine is the youngest of five children and lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.

Previous school: Lionville Middle School in Downingtown

Academics: English is Catherine’s favorite subject because teachers encourage open discussions and students are able to share their ideas in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Family: Jenny and her parents live in Newtown Square. Her mother teaches Chinese at AIS.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track

Academics: Jenny, taking physics and geometry this year, calls herself a STEM student because of her love of science and math.

Special interests: Catherine enjoys performing and this fall was a cast member of the joint Haverford/Agnes Irwin production of Spamalot.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track Special interests: Jenny has played the piano since she was five years old. Most recently, she won third place at the World Piano Competition in Cincinnati.

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1) Ann Murphy Zabel ’51, Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53, Barbara Shore Hastings ’50 2) Marion Schuenemann, Christine E. Kuhinka ’81 3) Katharine H. Norris ’70, Ginger Nemir Lukefahr ’70 4) Dr. Wendy Hill, Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53 5) Gay Firestone Wray ’55, Elisabeth Waterworth Russell ’55 6) Laura Thomas Buck ’49, Ann Laupheimer Sonnenfeld ’77, Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

If You Are Celebrating a Reunion…

Reunion inspires us to reflect on the education, friendships, and foundation for life secured during our years at Agnes Irwin. It is also a time to consider, “How can I give back?” If the answer for you is to pass on the legacy of an Agnes Irwin education to future generations, please consider joining the Laurel Society. By becoming a member of the Laurel Society, you will make a gift that has an enduring impact on your alma mater and future AIS students. It’s easy! Contact Margaret Welsh in the AIS Development Office, 610-526-1673, to discuss your intent and explore your opportunities to make a planned gift.

From the Pen of Pat McPherson ’53, Laurel Society Co-Founder Like the current and former students featured in this newsletter, I was the beneficiary of support from AIS. That opportunity made an enormous impact on my life and my future career in higher education. I am grateful to AIS for all of the opportunities afforded by an AIS education. I have been privileged to establish an endowed scholarship fund to honor my education and my mother, an Agnes Irwin teacher, to support a student in the Middle School.

First rank independent schools like AIS are committed to preparing students to live responsible and rewarding lives.

Agnes Irwin strives to select able, multi-talented students from diverse backgrounds who are prepared to take advantage of the opportunities the school can provide.

This can only be accomplished if the school is free to make admission decisions without consideration of a student’s ability to pay the full tuition.

The diversity of backgrounds and experience in a student body made possible by a strong financial aid program greatly enhances the preparation of all the students to embrace intelligently and wisely the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Your legacy gift to the Laurel Society will enable the Agnes Irwin endowment to grow and ultimately support more students.

My classmate Annabelle Irey and I are proud to be among the founding members of The Laurel Society.

Please consider joining us.

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Mary McCarty ’05 I’ll never forget the day I visited AIS as an eighth grader.

Sitting in on a ninth grade English class (they were reading Ethan Frome), the teacher posed a question to the section and nearly every hand was thrust into the air within milliseconds. Not a moderate, mid-level hand-raise — but a leaning-out-of-the-desk, “call on me” expression of engagement and confidence. I loved the culture of speaking up and stepping out, even when you don’t know you have the “right” answer. AIS taught me that just making the move is a critical (indeed, perhaps the most important) piece of the learning process.

The spirit instilled in me at Agnes Irwin — of helping others, collaborating with new and different faces, and supporting your teammates — has shaped perhaps the biggest part of me. I believe the strongest mark left on me as an Owl is my fierce commitment to paying those years forward, every day.

AIS Leadership Positions: Co-captain of the Varsity softball team and the Varsity volleyball team College: Mary realized her dream of attending NYU. During her summers she enjoyed internships with PA Congressman Joseph Sestack’s office, New Leaders, a New York-based nonprofit that works to ensure high academic achievement for all, and VH1 Save the Music Foundation.

Career: Mary works in development for Generation Citizen, a national nonprofit working to ensure that every student in the U.S. receives an effective action civics education, providing skills to be active citizens in our democracy.

Nadya Mason ’10 I can’t do justice to how much Irwin’s has shaped me and my journey thus far. I am the confident and outspoken person that I am today because of the leadership experience and opportunities at Agnes Irwin. I remember being pushed to work hard and encouraged to step out of my comfort zone.

Funny enough, I was cleaning out my closet recently and I found old papers dating back from Middle School — specifically my civil rights paper that I submitted to my eighth grade history teacher, Louisa Mygatt. The project had been difficult and time consuming. But, Mrs. Mygatt worked closely with me and ensured that I had the tools and capability to produce my best work! In the moment it was tough, but as I looked back on the physical papers in my hand I couldn’t help but feel so proud of that experience — one of many that I had with all the wonderful teachers at Agnes Irwin.

AIS Leadership Positions: Class President ninth through 11th grade, Student Body President in 12th grade, Event Coordinator for the Black Student League, Tri-head for Pottery Club and Tri-captain for Varsity field hockey

Reunion 2015 The annual Laurel Society breakfast was held during Reunion Weekend on Saturday, May 2 in the Alumnae Lobby. Alumnae reminisced with classmates and met new friends as the Society recognized Laurel members from the Classes of 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980 , 1985, 1990 and 1995.

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College: Early decision to University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2014 Career: Nadya lives in New York and works for Viacom as a Client Service Representative for the Nickelodeon Ad Sales Group, helping to manage several accounts, including Fox Films, General Mills, Toyota and Verizon.

Quick Facts • Annually, $3 million is awarded in financial aid to qualified families.

• Financial aid is available for students in PreK–grade 12, although 50% of the budget is awarded to Upper School students.

• 26% of the students in the Upper School receive financial aid.

• The average award is $20,000.

• AIS is a diverse community with 20% representation by students of color.

What You Can Do...

Honor the education that you, your daughter, mother or sister received by helping another young woman benefit from an Agnes Irwin education through membership in the Laurel Society. The Agnes Irwin School is life-changing for young women. A strong financial aid program allows AIS to offer an education to motivated, talented and bright young women in need of support. They enthusiastically explore the opportunities in science, the arts, technology, and athletics. They challenge themselves in AP courses, take advantage of SSPs (Special Studies Programs) and assume leadership positions.

They grow. They thrive. They contribute. The vitality and diversity they bring to Agnes Irwin makes a profound difference in the life of the school.

On the cover, from left to right: Meredith Murphy ’18 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Jenny Liang ’18 (AIS Scholar), Jessica Crowley ’16 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 (AIS Scholar), Riley Powers ’17 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Meryem Cebeci ’15 (AIS Scholar), Jaakirah Reid ’16 (AIS Scholar) These designated scholars receive need-based financial aid.

Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 The warm, friendly and non-judgmental Agnes Irwin community appealed to me as an applicant. I don’t know where my future will take me. I feel free to step outside of my comfort zone and explore the full range of coursework and extra-curricular activities that will help me evolve as a person.

Previous school: Waldron Mercy Academy

Jenny Liang ’18 I love the small classes, single-sex environment and leadership opportunities at Agnes Irwin.

This atmosphere allows students to develop close relationships with classmates and teachers.

The individual attention and encouragement given by teachers builds character and instills integrity. These are qualities that will help me the rest of my life.

Family: Catherine is the youngest of five children and lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.

Previous school: Lionville Middle School in Downingtown

Academics: English is Catherine’s favorite subject because teachers encourage open discussions and students are able to share their ideas in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Family: Jenny and her parents live in Newtown Square. Her mother teaches Chinese at AIS.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track

Academics: Jenny, taking physics and geometry this year, calls herself a STEM student because of her love of science and math.

Special interests: Catherine enjoys performing and this fall was a cast member of the joint Haverford/Agnes Irwin production of Spamalot.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track Special interests: Jenny has played the piano since she was five years old. Most recently, she won third place at the World Piano Competition in Cincinnati.

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1) Ann Murphy Zabel ’51, Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53, Barbara Shore Hastings ’50 2) Marion Schuenemann, Christine E. Kuhinka ’81 3) Katharine H. Norris ’70, Ginger Nemir Lukefahr ’70 4) Dr. Wendy Hill, Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53 5) Gay Firestone Wray ’55, Elisabeth Waterworth Russell ’55 6) Laura Thomas Buck ’49, Ann Laupheimer Sonnenfeld ’77, Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

If You Are Celebrating a Reunion…

Reunion inspires us to reflect on the education, friendships, and foundation for life secured during our years at Agnes Irwin. It is also a time to consider, “How can I give back?” If the answer for you is to pass on the legacy of an Agnes Irwin education to future generations, please consider joining the Laurel Society. By becoming a member of the Laurel Society, you will make a gift that has an enduring impact on your alma mater and future AIS students. It’s easy! Contact Margaret Welsh in the AIS Development Office, 610-526-1673, to discuss your intent and explore your opportunities to make a planned gift.

From the Pen of Pat McPherson ’53, Laurel Society Co-Founder Like the current and former students featured in this newsletter, I was the beneficiary of support from AIS. That opportunity made an enormous impact on my life and my future career in higher education. I am grateful to AIS for all of the opportunities afforded by an AIS education. I have been privileged to establish an endowed scholarship fund to honor my education and my mother, an Agnes Irwin teacher, to support a student in the Middle School.

First rank independent schools like AIS are committed to preparing students to live responsible and rewarding lives.

Agnes Irwin strives to select able, multi-talented students from diverse backgrounds who are prepared to take advantage of the opportunities the school can provide.

This can only be accomplished if the school is free to make admission decisions without consideration of a student’s ability to pay the full tuition.

The diversity of backgrounds and experience in a student body made possible by a strong financial aid program greatly enhances the preparation of all the students to embrace intelligently and wisely the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. Your legacy gift to the Laurel Society will enable the Agnes Irwin endowment to grow and ultimately support more students.

My classmate Annabelle Irey and I are proud to be among the founding members of The Laurel Society.

Please consider joining us.

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Mary McCarty ’05 I’ll never forget the day I visited AIS as an eighth grader.

Sitting in on a ninth grade English class (they were reading Ethan Frome), the teacher posed a question to the section and nearly every hand was thrust into the air within milliseconds. Not a moderate, mid-level hand-raise — but a leaning-out-of-the-desk, “call on me” expression of engagement and confidence. I loved the culture of speaking up and stepping out, even when you don’t know you have the “right” answer. AIS taught me that just making the move is a critical (indeed, perhaps the most important) piece of the learning process.

The spirit instilled in me at Agnes Irwin — of helping others, collaborating with new and different faces, and supporting your teammates — has shaped perhaps the biggest part of me. I believe the strongest mark left on me as an Owl is my fierce commitment to paying those years forward, every day.

AIS Leadership Positions: Co-captain of the Varsity softball team and the Varsity volleyball team College: Mary realized her dream of attending NYU. During her summers she enjoyed internships with PA Congressman Joseph Sestack’s office, New Leaders, a New York-based nonprofit that works to ensure high academic achievement for all, and VH1 Save the Music Foundation.

Career: Mary works in development for Generation Citizen, a national nonprofit working to ensure that every student in the U.S. receives an effective action civics education, providing skills to be active citizens in our democracy.

Nadya Mason ’10 I can’t do justice to how much Irwin’s has shaped me and my journey thus far. I am the confident and outspoken person that I am today because of the leadership experience and opportunities at Agnes Irwin. I remember being pushed to work hard and encouraged to step out of my comfort zone.

Funny enough, I was cleaning out my closet recently and I found old papers dating back from Middle School — specifically my civil rights paper that I submitted to my eighth grade history teacher, Louisa Mygatt. The project had been difficult and time consuming. But, Mrs. Mygatt worked closely with me and ensured that I had the tools and capability to produce my best work! In the moment it was tough, but as I looked back on the physical papers in my hand I couldn’t help but feel so proud of that experience — one of many that I had with all the wonderful teachers at Agnes Irwin.

AIS Leadership Positions: Class President ninth through 11th grade, Student Body President in 12th grade, Event Coordinator for the Black Student League, Tri-head for Pottery Club and Tri-captain for Varsity field hockey

Reunion 2015 The annual Laurel Society breakfast was held during Reunion Weekend on Saturday, May 2 in the Alumnae Lobby. Alumnae reminisced with classmates and met new friends as the Society recognized Laurel members from the Classes of 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980 , 1985, 1990 and 1995.

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4

College: Early decision to University of Pennsylvania, Class of 2014 Career: Nadya lives in New York and works for Viacom as a Client Service Representative for the Nickelodeon Ad Sales Group, helping to manage several accounts, including Fox Films, General Mills, Toyota and Verizon.

Quick Facts • Annually, $3 million is awarded in financial aid to qualified families.

• Financial aid is available for students in PreK–grade 12, although 50% of the budget is awarded to Upper School students.

• 26% of the students in the Upper School receive financial aid.

• The average award is $20,000.

• AIS is a diverse community with 20% representation by students of color.

What You Can Do...

Honor the education that you, your daughter, mother or sister received by helping another young woman benefit from an Agnes Irwin education through membership in the Laurel Society. The Agnes Irwin School is life-changing for young women. A strong financial aid program allows AIS to offer an education to motivated, talented and bright young women in need of support. They enthusiastically explore the opportunities in science, the arts, technology, and athletics. They challenge themselves in AP courses, take advantage of SSPs (Special Studies Programs) and assume leadership positions.

They grow. They thrive. They contribute. The vitality and diversity they bring to Agnes Irwin makes a profound difference in the life of the school.

On the cover, from left to right: Meredith Murphy ’18 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Jenny Liang ’18 (AIS Scholar), Jessica Crowley ’16 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 (AIS Scholar), Riley Powers ’17 (Carter Mannion ’81 Scholar), Meryem Cebeci ’15 (AIS Scholar), Jaakirah Reid ’16 (AIS Scholar) These designated scholars receive need-based financial aid.

Catherine de Lacoste-Azizi ’17 The warm, friendly and non-judgmental Agnes Irwin community appealed to me as an applicant. I don’t know where my future will take me. I feel free to step outside of my comfort zone and explore the full range of coursework and extra-curricular activities that will help me evolve as a person.

Previous school: Waldron Mercy Academy

Jenny Liang ’18 I love the small classes, single-sex environment and leadership opportunities at Agnes Irwin.

This atmosphere allows students to develop close relationships with classmates and teachers.

The individual attention and encouragement given by teachers builds character and instills integrity. These are qualities that will help me the rest of my life.

Family: Catherine is the youngest of five children and lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia.

Previous school: Lionville Middle School in Downingtown

Academics: English is Catherine’s favorite subject because teachers encourage open discussions and students are able to share their ideas in an atmosphere of mutual respect.

Family: Jenny and her parents live in Newtown Square. Her mother teaches Chinese at AIS.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track

Academics: Jenny, taking physics and geometry this year, calls herself a STEM student because of her love of science and math.

Special interests: Catherine enjoys performing and this fall was a cast member of the joint Haverford/Agnes Irwin production of Spamalot.

Sports: Fall cross-country and spring track Special interests: Jenny has played the piano since she was five years old. Most recently, she won third place at the World Piano Competition in Cincinnati.

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1) Ann Murphy Zabel ’51, Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53, Barbara Shore Hastings ’50 2) Marion Schuenemann, Christine E. Kuhinka ’81 3) Katharine H. Norris ’70, Ginger Nemir Lukefahr ’70 4) Dr. Wendy Hill, Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53 5) Gay Firestone Wray ’55, Elisabeth Waterworth Russell ’55 6) Laura Thomas Buck ’49, Ann Laupheimer Sonnenfeld ’77, Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

If You Are Celebrating a Reunion…

Reunion inspires us to reflect on the education, friendships, and foundation for life secured during our years at Agnes Irwin. It is also a time to consider, “How can I give back?” If the answer for you is to pass on the legacy of an Agnes Irwin education to future generations, please consider joining the Laurel Society. By becoming a member of the Laurel Society, you will make a gift that has an enduring impact on your alma mater and future AIS students. It’s easy! Contact Margaret Welsh in the AIS Development Office, 610-526-1673, to discuss your intent and explore your opportunities to make a planned gift.

The Agnes Irwin School Laurel Society MEMBERS AS OF MAY 2015 Founding Chairs

Sandy S. Crockett ’77

Katherine McCabe Juhas ’97

Murray Richards Richey ’69

Annabelle Pierson Irey ’53

Kara Smith Cumiskey ’84

Antoinette F. Knorr ’69

Joan Church Roberts ’48

Mary P. McPherson ’53

Alexandra Davis Cummin ’85

Nancy Hill Lamason ’54

Barbara H. Roberts ’53

Rita E. Davis

Erin M. Lanahan ’00

Letitia Roberts ’60

Suzanne Mitchell Davis ’58

Susan G. Lea ’76

Katheryne Kerr

K. Whitney Rogers Davis ’82

Elizabeth Moran Legnini ’76

Robin Belcher Davis ’71

R. Kimball Leiser† & Judy

Cynthia D. Rugart ’73 Pamela Brown Russell ’69

Anne McIver Dunn ’59

Nelly Keffer Lincoln ’44

Murray S. Savar Harold F. & Maryhelen L.

Anne E. Dunwoody

Barbara Byers Littlefield ’48

Members

Jane Martin Emerson ’65

Alida Nicholas Lovell ’53

Anonymous (3)

Caroline Lipscomb Ernst ’90

Judith Barnes Luke ’55

Mr. C. William Schellenger

Melanie Gaspari Albahary ’92

Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65

Vicki Lynch

Margaret Justice Scholl ’57

Lucetta Sharp Alderfer

Anne R. Faust*

Lee McIlvaine Manonian ’66

Esther Schwartz

Sarajane Smith Alexander ’49

Dr. Herbert A. Faust†

Laura Buck Marshall ’74

Mary F. Seppala

Elise W. Artelt ’60*

John B.R. Faust*

Patricia Peterson

Nancy Day Sharp ’61

Mary Koch Baer ’42

Nancy A. Fay ’71

McCurdy ’51

Helen Clothier Ballard ’57

Charlotte Peterson

Daniel B. & Patty G. Slack

Nancy Mungall McDowell ’70

Charlotte Ziesing Smith ’63

Margaret Tryon Bennett ’54

Megan Boyle Flinn ’87

Sandra Keefe McMullin ’57

Joan Lallou Smith ’51

Pamela A. Bicket ’69

Joan Carrigan Forester ’57

Anita L. McMullin ’81

Currie Smith ’76

Carol F. Boerner ’68

Laura Wheeler Golding ’64

Heidi Hartshorn

Richard L. & Amanda W.

Jessamine Brandt ’54

Joan Colgan Haas ’59

Anne Clark Brooks ’38

Eloise Sheaffer Hall ’57

Donna A. Meyer

Devereaux Rose Bruch ’55

Elizabeth Heebner

Ursula W. Michel

Sonnenfeld ’77

Sarah Biddle Stokes ’39†

Jennifer H. Harford

Ann Stovell Moyer ’49

Keith Nelsen Stroud ’73

Gwendolyn M. Campbell ’87

Anne M. Henry

Sarah C. Nassau ’70*

Judith Carrigan Sykes ’59†

Noel Spahr Cappillo ’92

Margaret E. Henry ’87

Brooke N. Norrett ’95*

Julie E. Twitmyer ’88

Eleanor Geyelin Casey ’41

Mary Schimminger Hinds ’72

Mary Hulme O’Malley ’53

Anne Batchelder Ulichney ’83

Ashley L. Chapman ’90

Margaretta Wharton

Susan Clark Ogden ’62

Margaret Bright Walker ’66

Mary Masters Opila ’77

Margaret P. Welsh

Deborah Boas

Gay West-Klien ’75

Butterworth ’76

Pauline Carrigan Charles ’54

Hoadley ’42

Olivia Crockett Chiles ’90

Ann Hodgdon ’64

Lori Brown Ciprich ’92

Heidi Thiermann Hole ’83

Constance Clery

David P. & Alexis C. Hollander

Pakradooni ’65*

Ginny Sharp Williams ’88

Elenita Jackson Parker ’68

Averel Roberts Wilson ’73

Isaac H. & Elizabeth P. Clothier Priscilla Hook Holleran ’70 Elizabeth B. Collins ’90 Elizabeth Wistar Drayton

Christine Wheeler Patton ’65

Diana Strawbridge Wister ’57

Barbara Martin Pettinos ’53

Ann Murphy Zabel ’51

Andrew D. Connally*

Joan E. Pew ’80

Hopkins ’47

Members receiving pins, from left to right: Sarah C. Nassau ’70, Lucy Cooper Karlsson ’75, Jane Martin Emerson ’65, Anne Rouse McDowell ’65, Elise W. Artelt ’60, Madeleine Q. Ewing ’65 Not pictured: Brooke Norrett ’95

Cynthia L. Cooper†

Janet Lockhart Hughes ’53

Connie Anne Phillips ’83

† deceased

Polly Warren Coxe ’77

Amelia Erskine Hunter ’75

Clare Putnam Pozos ’00

*new member

Jennifer Keh Creary ’93*

Annabelle V. Irey ’76

Anne Snyder Pritchard ’60

Nancy R. Crockett ’79

Christina Masters Jones ’78

Sally Schoettle Randolph ’58

Don’t see your name on the members’ list?

If you have remembered AIS with a planned gift, and your name is not on the Laurel Society members’ list printed here, please contact us. We want to be sure to send you an invitation to the annual breakfast on April 30, 2016, and give you a pin!

The information in this newsletter is provided as a service to our readers and should not be regarded as financial or legal advice. Please consult your advisors before proceeding.

A Bequest to The Agnes Irwin School is a wonderful way to leave a special legacy of support for the future and one of the easiest ways to join the Laurel Society.

How It Works

Benefits

• I f your will is already written, you may add the school as a beneficiary by instructing your attorney to include a codicil (amendment) to your bequest intention. We are happy to provide you with sample language.

•Y our assets remain in your control during your lifetime.

• You may make a bequest that is unrestricted or direct it to a specific purpose.

• You may indicate a specific amount or a percentage of your net or gross estate.

• You can modify your gift to address changing circumstances.

• You can direct your gift to a particular purpose. Be sure to check with the AIS Development Office to make sure your gift can be used as intended.

• Under current tax law, there is no upper limit on the estate tax deduction for your charitable bequests.

For more information, visit agnesirwin.org/plannedgiving

breakfast and other special events.

Sydney Davis Stevens ’55

Lisa Ginn Mottes ’82

invited to the annual Laurel Society

M. Penney Moss

Anne Fritchman Hamilton ’74

a gold laurel leaf pin and are

Edward R. Hallowell

Buck ’49

Laurel Society members receive

Joan Berguido Staples ’51

and other forms of deferred support.

Mrs. J. Maxwell Moran

Susan Cauffman

Halliday ’80

Smoot Ann Laupheimer

the school’s pooled income fund,

William & Laura Thomas

McPherson ’75

remainder trusts, gift annuities,

Fenstermacher ’86

Betty Shellenberger ’39

Anne Rouse McDowell ’65

bequest intentions, charitable

Cynthia Hooper Bell ’79

Scattergood

Margaret Welsh, Director of Development mwelsh@agnesirwin.org 610-526-1673

Irwin School. Planned gifts include

Marsh Andrew L. Lewis, IV

gift arrangement with The Agnes

Mary Knox Tatnall ’55

deForest Keys ’97

all those who establish a planned

Kathleen G. Putnam

Christina McCabe

The Laurel Society recognizes

Eve Bullitt Pierce ’72

Honoring the Past, Securing the Future

agnesirwin.org

Pansy Ward Jones ’66

Ferguson Rogers ’57 Karl F. Rugart†

Laurel Society

Edith Lamb Hollister ’66

A NEWSLETTER OF THE AGNES IRWIN SCHOOL LAUREL SOCIETY

There are many ways you can leave a legacy gift. One of the simplest is to make a gift through your will. A general description of the benefits and ease of a bequest to Agnes Irwin is outlined below. I am happy to meet with you to talk about a bequest or any of the other options for making a gift toward tuition assistance.

The Agnes Irwin School Ithan Avenue & Conestoga Road Rosemont, PA 19010

Matilde Zalinski Davidson ’63

The Agnes Irwin endowment — and as a result Agnes Irwin students—is supported by the many past and future gifts of Laurel Society members. As the students profiled in this newsletter attest, an Agnes Irwin education sets the stage for life. You have the ability to pass along the benefits of an AIS education to a deserving girl.

The Agnes Irwin

Advisory Committee

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