Innovate

Innovate

All Saints’ Episcopal School

Fall 2013

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There is so much innovation now in independent schools, it’s more risky to avoid change than to embrace it.

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Pat Bassett Former President of NAIS

First Visiting Scholar of All Saints’ Honors College

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Letter from Head of School by: Tad Bird, Head of School

You remember the scene well: the tin man, the scarecrow and a young girl walking through the forest on the yellow brick road with each step punctuated by “Lions and tigers and bears...Oh my!” The lion jumps out, and after a swat to the nose of the blustery beast and a few tears, peace is restored and this eclectic group continues happily, if not cautiously, along. It appears as though all will be well with the world.

In the educational world, we see countless faculty, administrators, parents and constituents linking arms and being overheard muttering “Androids and iPhones and tablets…Oh my!” Yet, we need not be afraid.

Whether it is wild beasts or technology, our fear is really a reaction to the unknown. Take SMART Tables, for example. Placed in our classrooms in the dark, they loom ominously and may appear a bit intimidating. But flip on the light, put a master teacher at the helm, place students around it, and we have a tool that has the potential to change the classroom model forever. When it comes to technology, the real challenge for educators is not so much what we are using, but how we use these devices to innovate.

All Saints’ has been engaged in an educational renaissance for many years.

Our youngest Saints will continue integrated

Math-Art enrichment in the new Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education, while Lower School students are learning through Daily Five and iPlot exercises. In Middle School, block schedules and NASA exercises enlighten students, and invigorating programs including Entrepreneurial Leadership, Senior Projects and the Solar Car enterprise are being embraced by the Upper School students. Even Summer University programs at All Saints’ are expanding outside of traditional “summer fun” boundaries with sessions like Robotics in partnership with the Tecnologico de Monterrey in Mexico.

In short, All Saints’ offers a world-class educational model with the long-term goal of cultivating servant leadership.

Pat Bassett, the former President of the National Association of Independent Schools, is confident that the best schools will embrace the unique and most successful parts of their traditional selves while integrating innovative subjects and methodologies. This is a philosophy that we have embraced for a long while and one to which we remain dedicated.

In this issue of Innovate we explore and celebrate innovations that are being hatched at All Saints’. The highly anticipated Honors College is discussed along with other exciting initiatives.

As you turn the pages, dear friends, enjoy the renaissance that is All Saints’ Episcopal School. The result of these synergistic efforts and your continued support is a School committed to excellence, one that will continue to thrive for generations to come. I look forward to experiencing the journey with you.

Many blessings, Tad

Contributors Editor

Table of contents 3 Board of Trustees 5 Welcome New Alumni 9 Summer at All Saints’ 11 Servants 15 Scholars 21 Artists 25 Athletes 29 Visiting Scholar Pat Bassett 31 Tad Bird Honors College 33 Innovation 35 Campaign 39 Supporting All Saints’ 41 Faculty & Administration 45 Alumni 52 Quick Facts 53 Tolling of the Bell

Check out our new website at www.ASESFTW.org

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COPY EDITORS Meg Hasten Lisa Lawrenz Yvette Messenger Mary Tracy

Contributors Tad Bird David Madison ‘92 Mike Gonzalez Debra Koppelberger Robin Page

Aaron Beck Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04 Lyle Crossley Cherie Dioguardi Susan Doyle Laura Hutyra Angela Kornman Greg Nowlin Dave Ostroff Caroline Stephens Kathi Tiffany James Venhaus

Cover Story

The

All Saints’

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Pat Bassett First Visiting Scholar of All Saints’ Honors College

Innovate Formerly called Saints Today, Innovate is a biannual publication of All Saints’ Episcopal School.

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ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

Board of Trustees

2013-2014

officers

Rick Merrill

Paula Brockway

Rusty Reid

Kyle Poulson

Matt McLaughlin

Tommy Miller

President

Vice President

Trustees

Wendy Barron Richard Bourland Lance Byrd Richard Chowning Brad Corbett, Jr. Jeff Dillard Wende Dwyer-Johnsen Jim Garnett Kori Green The Rev. Christopher Jambor Bob Jameson

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Vice President

Treasurer

Matt Johnson Dee Kelly, Jr. H. Peter Ku Blake Lloyd ‘96 Matt Mildren Kelly Parsley Gary Randle Janie Rector Jim Samis Bob Simpson Ramsay Slugg

Vice President

Secretary

Whit Smith Vickie Stevens Sallie Trotter Cheryl Vinson Brad Wallace Mollee Westfall Jennifer Williamson George M. Young, Jr. Tad Bird, Head of School

changing of the guard

by: Tad Bird, Head of School Rick Merrill and Dee Kelly, Jr.

The fact that Dee Kelly, Jr., is managing partner of the largest law firm in Fort Worth is impressive. Over the years, his intellect and wisdom have been sought by regional, statewide, and national corporations, boards, and offices. For us, his quiet, behindthe-scenes leadership has been the driving force behind our continuing success.

Second only to the fact that Dee and Dana have shared their wonderful family with us (daughters Cate, Class of 2012; Lynn, Class of 2014; and Camille, Class of 2016), is the exceptional leadership he has provided the School during steady growth and maturity. After seven remarkable years in the most prominent role on the Board of Trustees, Dee is stepping down and handing off to another shining star in the Fort Worth community: Rick Merrill.

Rick has served on our Board for several

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years, most recently as member of our Executive Committee and Chair of our Finance Committee. Rick is CEO of Cook Children’s Health Care System. The depth and breadth of services provided by this remarkable institution is unparalleled in the country. The mission of Cook Children’s is to make North Texas’s children the healthiest in the nation. The programs provided, buildings constructed and exceptional practitioners attracted to the region are a direct result of Rick’s leadership. For these efforts, he was named “Healthcare Executive of the Year.” More important, he would say, is that he feels blessed to have such a wonderful partner in his wife, Evelyn, and two exceptionally talented daughters, Genevieve, Class of 2014, and Renée, Class of 2016. Please join me in congratulating Dee for his selfless commitment to All Saints’ and in welcoming Rick as our next Board President.

Our Board of Trustees is most dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. And because of that, our students have a great launching pad.

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tad bird, head of school

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Welcome New Alumni The All Saints’ Senior Class of 2013 graduated on May 18, matriculating to an expansive and impressive list of colleges and universities in the U.S. and beyond.

William Armond Avondet, University of Oklahoma Rosalyn Elizabeth Barnett, University of Texas at Arlington Annette French Berry, University of Texas Cameron Mitchell Bowman, Oklahoma State University Breck Bowden Bunch, University of Oklahoma Brett Hamilton Burner, Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi Marissa Nicole Cantu, Howard Payne University Garrett Joseph Carr, Texas Christian University Ginger Gayle Chant, Baylor University Julia St. Clair Cobb, University of Oklahoma Allison Jane Cribbs, Virginia Commonwealth University Mary Alexandra White Dani, Stephen F. Austin State University Joseph Richard Daniels, United States Military Academy Alexandria Faith Duran, University of North Texas Richard Walker Dyess, Jr., University of Texas Jennie Minerva Edwards, University of Texas Sarah Elizabeth Evans, Belmont University Alexa Nicole Fleet, Barnard College Shaina Suvarna Gagadam, Trinity University Daniel Kent Gasparovic, Texas Tech University Martina Dimitrova Georgieva, Webster University, Vienna Lauren Elizabeth Getz, Texas Christian University Reese Hamilton Gilchrist, Texas Christian University Helen Eve Griffin, Texas A&M University Crista Elizabeth Guthrie, Brigham Young University, Idaho

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Kathryn Elizabeth Hale, Sewanee: The University of the South Alexandra Renae Horton, University of North Texas Taylor Unique Jackson, Angelo State University Xavian RaShaad Jackson, East Texas Baptist University Christopher Patrick Jambor, University of Texas Ricardo Armstrong Jenkins, East Texas Baptist University Ian Dwyer Johnsen, Texas Tech University Jake Alan Johnson, University of Oklahoma Jordan Elizabeth Jones, University of Virginia Anabelle Katherine Kline, Auburn University Emma Grace Laird, Auburn University Lauren Marie Lancaster, University of Oklahoma Anna Isabella LoCoco, Texas Christian University Laura Suzzette Marshall, University of Texas Dulce Carolina Martinez, University of Oklahoma Hayden Deckard-Lee McAfee, Oklahoma State University Priscilla Raelyn McNair, University of Oklahoma Ruel Menton III, University of Oklahoma Melissa Tatum Nowlin, Texas Christian University Anna Lenore Palmer, Sewanee: The University of the South Alessandra Rose Papa, Texas Christian University Christopher Baker Parker, Texas Tech University Preston Robert Percival, Texas A&M University Xavier Jamal Phillips, Baylor University John-Paul Benjamin PigĂŠon, Yale University

Mack Frost Prioleau, Vanderbilt University Courtney Alexa Rattikin, University of Texas Charles Jacob Reid, Texas Christian University Austin Carolyn Roberts, Dallas Baptist University Victoria Elizabeth Scott, University of Oklahoma Shekinah Alanna Sharpe, Oklahoma Baptist University Mackenzie Carson Shoppa, University of Texas Byron Andrew Slugg, University of Arkansas Robert Alexander Smat, University of Southern California Catherine Paige Smith, University of Arkansas Jennifer Lynn Smith, University of Arkansas Kaleb Ellis Smith, Oklahoma State University Riley Katherine Elizabeth Smith, Texas Christian University Molly Anne Sparks, University of Oklahoma Preston Michael Templer, Texas Christian University Robert Daniel Thomas, University of Texas Tanner Vanderford, Oklahoma State University Brittany Nicole Vinson, Blinn College Haley Elizabeth Walraven, Auburn University Katherine Pryor White, Texas Christian University Isabella Cristina Williams, University of Oklahoma Bailey Grace Wiseman, Virginia Commonwealth University Trevor Davis Wright, University of Georgia

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As I leave this campus, I will carry with me the kindness, the strong moral character, and the Christian values that I have learned and developed during my time here at All Saints’.

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Lauren Getz, Valedictorian ‘13

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Ms. Baldwin once told me, “You have to mention me in your graduation speech and when you become President.” So, Ms. Baldwin, one down, one to go.

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Rob Smat, Salutatorian ‘13

left: Lauren Getz right: Rob Smat

Saints by the

Numbers

73 Senior Saints 5 Ivy League acceptances – Columbia (2), Princeton, UPenn and Yale 88 different colleges and universities, 4 of which are international 50% of Seniors are attending out-of-state schools 66% of Seniors were awarded scholarships totaling close to $5.5 million 11% of Seniors received full tuition merit scholarships 1 out of every 5 Seniors, including 3 All-State performers, will pursue a degree in fine arts 15% of Seniors, including 1 All-American, have committed to compete in collegiate athletics 10,000 hours of community service by Seniors

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Graduate 2013 Spotlight

by: Angela Kornman, Director of College Advising

“The 2013 graduates are remarkable role models of empathy, ambition, imagination and spirit. The high standard they set for themselves is one that has sharpened us all.”

Angela Kornman

Servant

Austin Roberts Dallas Baptist University

Scholar John-paul pigéon Yale University

Artist

CristA Guthrie

Brigham Young University – Idaho

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Athlete

Charlie Reid

Texas Christian University

Austin Roberts

John-Paul Pigéon

Dallas Baptist University

Yale University

Servant

Scholar

Austin is love, faith and inspiration. She is a survivor who had the strength to overcome cancer twice then channel her energy into healing others. Even after raising 4.5 million dollars to help bring a special MRI machine to Cook Children’s Hospital that continues to have a positive impact on young cancer patients, Austin hasn’t slowed down. Joyous servant leadership is in her blood and, thanks to Austin, we have witnessed its true meaning.

CristA Guthrie

Charlie Reid

Brigham Young University – Idaho

Texas Christian University

Artist

Athlete

The first time I heard Crista play the violin, I was mesmerized. Not just because of her incredible musical ability, but because it was so clear that her love of song and her giftedness run so deep and are indelibly connected to her faith. The music she’s given us is a gift in memory, and the music to come gives us great excitement about her future.

Class of 2013

Saints’ by the mbers

Not many people can say they published a book on financial responsibility, made multiple national television and radio appearances, took intensive courses related to business, developed several successful financial projects, and gained admission to Yale. Even fewer can say they did all this by the time they were 18 years old. We are enormously proud of what John-Paul has accomplished so far and look forward to what he will achieve in the next 18 years.

This summer, Charlie’s football jersey United transformed We Kingdom from blue to purple. cannot wait to see his top-ranked athletic abilities displayed on theAustriaTCU field. Since Kindergarten, Charlie has been a cheerful, sturdy and balanced leader in our community, and we are so fortunate and proud to have been able to watch him grow into the confident young man he is today.

Concentration area of 2013 college acceptances. Full size U.S. and European map in front of All Saints’ College Advising office.

73 Senior Saints 5 Ivy League acceptances – Columbia (2), Princeton, UPenn and Yale 88 different colleges and universities, 4 of which are international 50% of Seniors are attending out-of-state schools 66% of Seniors were awarded scholarships totaling close to $5.5 million 11% of Seniors received full tuition merit scholarships 1 out of every 5 Seniors, including 3 All-State performers, will be pursuing a degree in fine arts 15% of Seniors, including 1 All-American, have committed to compete in collegiate athletics 10,000 hours of community service by Seniors

School Logo

Acceptance Received (one or more) Selected for Enrollment (one or more)

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Summer at All Saints’ by: Cherie Dioguardi, Director of Summer Programs Ing. Braulio Pleigo Fernandez of Tecnologico de Monterrey and All Saints’ Robotics campers

2013 Summer University Our long-standing traditional summer program known for years by our community as Summer Saints is now Summer University at All Saints’. As the new Director of Summer Programs, my vision was to appeal to the broader community in addition to All Saints’ students: “All ages. All faiths. All welcome.”

And that is exactly what happened. This year, Summer University offered more than 130 classes spanning 11 weeks, for students ranging from three-year-olds through seniors in high school, and we welcomed over 400 participants from All Saints’ and 40 other local schools.

On our campus and in the Fort Worth community, Summer University campers had the opportunity to take sports camps including football, soccer, field hockey, fencing, sailing, equestrian and martial arts; fine arts camps including guitar,

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ballet, rhythm, pottery and videography; academic camps including chess, chemistry, grammar, math, essay writing and SAT/ACT test prep; and specialty camps including CSI, American Girl, cooking and video game creation.

A highlight of Summer University this year was the opportunity to partner with Tecnologico de Monterrey in Mexico. A visiting professor from the institution gave our campers an experience like no other: “Robotics with Lego Mindstorms.”

Students spent hours building their robots and programming them to perform highlevel robotics functions.

What a great summer this has been, and I look forward to expanding Summer University at All Saints’ in the years ahead!

See Tad Bird pitch to Pudge Rodriguez at http://youtu.be/FQZBps2XFog

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My mother was a teacher in Puerto Rico for many years, so I knew I wanted to honor education with these camps. I selected All Saints’ because of its location and the values and integrity that I see it has.

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by: Aaron Beck, Director of Athletics Pudge and Beck (center) with All Saints’ coaches

Pudge Rodriguez

Pudge Camps I spent more than three weeks this summer playing baseball with Texas Ranger and Hall of Famer Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez. Life is good. In June, we hosted the first Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez Baseball Camps at All Saints’ Episcopal School, three different camps where baseball players around the metroplex from ages eight and up came to get instruction from one of the most celebrated Major League catchers of all time.

My coaches and I have run a lot of camps through the years, but this one stands out as a favorite. To hear Pudge Rodriguez

tell those kids that the game he loves is less about skill and more about respect for your coaches, your team and yourself was invaluable. There were two general session camps where we worked on hitting, catching, base running, sliding and athletic performance training, and one catcher-intensive session where we focused on every mechanical and mental aspect of catching. I think parents thought they might not even see Pudge, that our camps are just using his name.

Imagine their faces when they walked up the first day and shook hands with a guy who, instead of acknowledging his accomplishments, would rather just get out there and play baseball with the boys.

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Servants by: Debra Koppelberger, Lower School Division Head top: Military Chapel Service bottom: Matthew Mildren ‘20 and Mayor Betsy Price

Lower School

It is by design that we start cultivating servant leadership in our young Saints.

Many of our Kindergarten students are acclimated to daily Chapel service from the Early Childhood program, so joining K-6 Chapel in the Lower School is already a routine event. I am reminded each morning when the Lower School gathers in Chapel that it is so much more than daily worship.

It is a way for them to bond as a community, to feel a part of something much bigger than themselves, and to find their center before they even start their day. We hear about so many schools in the nation that struggle with bullying and experience isolationinduced incidences. I truly believe that the All Saints’ foundation of servant leadership keeps those problems at bay here.

Several events last year stand out as my favorite examples of servant leadership within the Lower School. In December, I remember being in Chapel and looking back over my shoulder to see Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price. I found out later that 5th Grader Matthew Mildren saw the mayor at a community event the prior weekend and told her that each morning in Chapel

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we pray for her and the leadership of Fort Worth. She was so touched that she wanted to be a part of it herself. Another favorite of mine was the Chapel service dedicated to Veterans and those currently serving in the military. After the service, we all walked out to Rodney Thompson, Life Safety Supervisor, playing Taps, and each placed an American flag in our lawn to display our gratitude to service men and women. And, of course, I always love the Character Award days when select students are individually recognized for outstanding acts of kindness, service, and generosity of character.

Our Lower School is such a special part of our All Saints’ community, and I am so blessed to be a part of it.

by: Mike Gonzalez, Middle School Division Head

left: Sam Terrell ‘17; top right: Middle School students sleeping outside; bottom right: Zak Hamilton ‘17

Middle School

Project Empathy

The 2012-2013 Project Empathy was a giant success with the help of faculty, staff and students. This community project started before Thanksgiving and lasted through Easter. The student leadership decided to serve dinner at the Union Gospel Mission and Presbyterian Night Shelter, participated in Mission Arlington’s Fall Festival, had several play dates at the Texas Pythian Home and visited the White Settlement Nursing Home several times during the Christmas holiday. Every student in the Middle School, along with faculty and staff, participated in these events.

The culmination of Project Empathy was the annual 24-hour fast and overnight experience on our campus. This February, more than 100 students and several faculty members slept in boxes and blankets on the cold ground of the St. Francis Courtyard. The experience gave us all a new appreciation for what many homeless adults and children experience every day and night. The weather conditions this particular year were the worst ever. The nighttime temperatures dropped to below freezing, forcing the homeless students to sleep on the floor of the Middle School. This was the student comment that told me the endeavor was a success: “In just 24 hours I will sleep in my own bed, but it is sad to think that most who are homeless won’t sleep in a warm bed for a long time.”

Project Empathy

by: Mae Maly, Middle School English, and Joe Morris, Middle School Science

Through our study and our service we try to find our purpose.

I am but one not two, so what can I do…

Volunteer – campaign.

So many times it seems in vain.

We are only teachers and they our students With much more knowledge on how to be prudent; Nonetheless, we all deeply care; So can’t we learn to help those who struggle…with what they bear?

Learn….Serve….Change This motto for less pain, Students ask where we start, So we the teachers take on the part.

We begin to seed the land With students’ helping hands.

An experience is a must; We nurture a new trust.

And one aspect that is soon to be, Will develop true empathy.

So we leave our homes, our beds, and our baths To sleep outside off the beaten path.

The night comes fast as the sun slips away “Who knows,” some say, “this is not too hard to play.”

But as the winds and cold begin to chill These thoughts not long to leave… those thoughts of “thrill.”

Now, on this late, late night in February Each one of us misses our Sanctuary.

The cheers die down, and the smiles turn to frowns, And we lose our heat to the hard cooling ground.

“Is it morning yet,” the desire grows, But sadly it’s not; Only sorrow we know.

I can’t believe this is how I feel As the simulation has finally become real.

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Servants by: Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement Seniors from Class of 2013 presented checks to Cancer Care Services and CASA during Philanthropy Eucharist

Upper School phi·lan·thro·py

[fi-lan-thruh-pee] from Greek philanthropos, “to love one’s fellow man.”

The senior year at All Saints’ is rich with capstone experiences, and the Senior Philanthropy Project, “Building a Culture of Philanthropy,” is the culmination of 13 years of service learning and allows students to be discerning philanthropists within the Fort Worth community. The class is given the equivalent of $100 per student, which must be granted to a deserving local charitable organization. The Project is funded by “Once Upon A Time….” and is a collaborative effort between the Foundation, area non-profit organizations and The Greatest Gift Catalog Ever.

In the spring of their junior year, rising seniors heard presentations from Nancy Jones, President of the Community

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Foundation of North Texas, and Daphne Barlow Stigliano, President of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Fort Worth.

These speakers explained the workings of community-based foundations, donor– advised funds, not-for-profit organizations and not-for-profit Boards. In the fall, Ms. Alexandra Rodman related the story of how she and her friends created a charitable foundation, “The Foundation for Community Betterment.” In addition to making charitable grants, the “Betterment Foundation” has published a book, The Lemonade Ripple, to teach young people about philanthropy. Armed with this knowledge of foundations and the charitable world, the All Saints’ students were ready to embark on their project.

Sam Paul ‘14 and Andrew Avondet ‘14 reading to the class

Seniors used Advisory period to research local agencies through The Greatest Gift Catalog, and then collectively, the class narrowed their interest to four organizations. Those four agencies were invited to campus to tell our students more about their work, their budgets, and their clients. Each advisory group then voted on which agency they would make beneficiary of their collective grant. The grant checks were distributed to the agencies at the fall semester’s closing Eucharist, now known

as the Philanthropy Eucharist.

This spring, the seniors took the philanthropy message to the Lower School. Three teams of rising seniors read The Lemonade Ripple book to the third grade classes and followed the reading with discussion about philanthropy and acts of kindness. At the end of the period, each third grader received a copy of The Lemonade Ripple.

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We are so blessed to be graduating with knowledge and experience about the philanthropy process; not many senior classes can say that. Thank you, All Saints’, for educating us beyond the classroom and giving us tools and support to reach out and help our community.

Alexa Fleet ’13; Barnard college, Class of 2017

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Scholars

Early Childhood Lower School

by: Robin Page, Early Childhood Division Head and Debra Koppelberger, Lower School Division Head left: Cricket West ‘26, Cameron Morgan ‘27 and Sam Prim ‘27 show off their math masterpieces middle: Ryan Powers ‘27, Hub Nickels and Peyton Pitcock celebrate the Q and U wedding right: The Fuqua family joins in Family Math Night fun

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In Early Childhood, we intentionally incorporate critical thinking exercises into everything we do. For instance, the Q&U Wedding is a favorite every year.

The Chapel is adorned with handmade wedding décor while the nervous fouryear-old groom “U” waits for his turn to shine, and guests of all ages stand when they hear the processional music commence. Here comes the bride, “Q”, and Father Mel delivers vows such as “Do you promise to never quarrel and make each other quesadillas?” When the wedding is over, the Early Childhood students are ready for cookies and punch, and our team winks at each other knowing that we have successfully instilled in our students a literacy lesson they will never forget.

In our mathematics-visual arts program led by Dr. Robin Ward, students learn about the life and work of a famous artist and then create their own masterpiece in the spirit of the artist. Students are then encouraged to put on their “math goggles” and look for the mathematics embedded in the artist’s work. Serving as a springboard to each weekly activity is the reading of a related piece of children’s literature. By the end of the school year, Early Childhood students have explored and re-created the work of nearly 30 artists while engaging in hands-on, mathematical investigations that encourage discovery and problemsolving.

The Lower School continues to focus on growth in mathematics with the revision of our scope and sequence and the use of Everyday Math resources in grades K-6. The online resources and hands-on manipulatives introduce and reinforce a variety of approaches for problem-solving and concept mastery. We are already looking forward to the 2nd Annual Family Math Night. It is such a fun and casual way to reinforce our math initiatives and exercises and get the entire family engaged.

The 6th Grade expansion is complete with a new 6th Grade mathematics classroom and the renovation of the 6th Grade science lab. The renovated science lab and strategic schedule will allow students more focused time in the core classes as well as co-curricular classes.

Planning for 6th grade highlights such as the Vicksburg trip are well under way.

We are excited to welcome several new students in the Class of 2020!

insightful saint Won First Place in Duke Writing Contest

Sophia Leidner ‘19 participated in the Duke Talent Identification Program’s (TIP) 4th-6th Grade Talent Search and won first place in the 6th grade division of the 2013 Writing Contest. The 2013 Writing Contest prompt asked participants to write an essay in letter format addressed to the President of the United States. The essay was to be written from the vantage point of a member of the

President’s Cabinet, introducing an issue of national or international importance that deserves prioritized attention. Each participant was asked to suggest possible solutions related to that issue. Research

and original thought were strongly encouraged. Copies of the winning essays were forwarded to the President this last summer, identifying the students and their schools. Congratulations, Sophia!

Excerpts from Sophia Leidner’s winning essay

May 20, 2013

Sophia Leidner ‘19

President Barack H. Obama The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President: As Secretary of Health and Human Services for the United States, it is my responsibility to bring to your attention a matter of serious national importance, that of childhood obesity. Childhood obesity threatens to cost our nation billions of dollars in healthcare expenditures and lost productivity if nothing is done. In this letter, I will describe the urgency of the situation and offer a suggested plan of action.

••• I therefore propose a program to address the problem of insufficient physical activity, and the consequent obesity, of US youth. I suggest that the United States develop a Fitness Achievement Program or FAP. The FAP would have as its major objective to promote fitness in US youth. The program will establish guidelines according to gender and age over various tasks such as mile runs, pull-ups, push-ups, long jumps, and sprinting. The tasks emphasized would be ones that require little, if any, investment in equipment, thereby ensuring that all schools could equally participate in the FAP. In order to establish the guidelines, we would form a committee composed of some exUS Olympians and fitness experts. This committee would establish realistic goals for the physical tasks by age group and gender. The committee would also be charged with reaching out to major sports companies headquartered in the US such as Nike and Underarmour as well as sporting goods companies such as Academy Sports and Sports Authority to form partnerships and seek sponsorships. Sponsorships would be invaluable in promoting the program and also in developing a reward system.

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Scholars

Middle School Awards National Junior Honor Society 8th Grade Caleb Albritton Maddie Comtois Will DeBerry Grace Evans Wiley Gaines Will Gentry Corynne Hammit Dylan Kearney Claire Mildren Jared Moody Emma Speaker Dasha Tugan Coby Vida Brianna Vinson Sam Wilhelm Brittany Zak

7th Grade Nicole Adams Matt Albritton Trent Barron Bridget Chambers Christophe Chaumont Will Evans Ashlyn Kotarski Jake List Jessica List Michael Smat Georgia Smith Riley Weeden Finn Wilson Cameron Yates

Middle School Awards Ceremony

St. Francis Awards: Grace Evans and Jared Moody Daughters of the American Revolution Award: Sean-Michael Pigéon Spirit Awards: Faculty Awards: Preston Dean (7) Trent Barron (7) Ashlyn Kotarski (7) Bella Vrana (7) Finn Wilson (7) Coby Vida (8) Will Gentry (8) Brittany Zak (8) Brianna Vinson (8) Leea Yater (8) Front Door Awards: Division Head Awards: Samantha Green (7) Michael Smat (7) Riley Weeden (7) John Kelley (7) Crawford McMackin (8) Ryan Kelly (8) Caitlin Parsley (8) Emily Wentworth (8)

Upper School Awards The St. Francis Award: Helen Griffin and Ian Johnsen Valedictorian: Lauren Getz Salutatorian: Rob Smat The Spirit Award: Austin Roberts (12), Ben Taylor (11), Gracie Chambers (10), Mimi Garza (9) The Saints Award: Samantha Paul and Betsy Shelton (11), Eric Getz (10), Carson Fricks (9) The Faculty Award: Rob Smat The Division Head’s Award: Crista Guthrie and Alexa Fleet The Head of School’s Award: Jordan Jones Emory Book: Lynn Kelly Harvard Book: Alex Bush Yale Book: Ben Taylor Smith Book: Betsy Shelton Sewanee Writing Award: Margaret Boschini The Gray Family College Scholarship Award: Lauren Getz and Rob Smat The Gonzalez Family College Scholarship Award: Ruel Menton The Bradley Jameson Award: Ben Albritton The Cameron Phelan Creative Writing Award: Emily Marcho (runner-up Betsy Shelton)

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Lifetime Saints Award: William Avondet Crista Guthrie Annette Berry Jordan Jones Breck Bunch Emma Grace Laird Allison Cribbs Lauren Lancaster Mary Alex Dani Laura Marshall Walker Dyess Raelyn McNair Jennie Edwards Tatum Nowlin Sarah Evans Anna Palmer Lauren Getz Courtney Rattikin Helen Griffin Charlie Reid

MacKenzie Shoppa Byron Slugg Jennifer Smith Robbie Thomas Tanner Vanderford Brittany Vinson Haley Walraven Katherine White Isabella Williams Bailey Wiseman

The Cum Laude Society

recognizes academic achievement in secondary schools for the purpose of promoting excellence (Areté), justice (Diké) and honor (Timé). Cum Laude Society members, inducted for outstanding academic achievement, wear honor cords of gold and white at Commencement.

Class of 2013 Class of 2014 Jennie Edwards Allie Papa Alex Bush Lauren Getz Xavier Phillips Lynn Kelly Helen Griffin John-Paul Pigéon Alex Page Jordan Jones Mack Prioleau Emily Pitsch Lauren Lancaster Rob Smat Betsy Shelton Laura Marshall Cate Smith Emily Tabor Anna Palmer Riley Smith Ben Taylor

Head’s Scholars This prestigious merit award established in 2005, celebrates academic achievements of rising seventh through eleventh grade students who meet and maintain exemplary standards of academics, character development and servant leadership. Congratulations to our five new Head’s Scholars!

NEW:

Eric Getz ‘15

Marshall Neve ‘15

Dillard family Head’s Scholar “This is such an exciting opportunity to grow in the stimulating, yet ever so supportive, community that is All Saints’ Episcopal School.”

“My experience at All Saints’, as well as this award, is a key that has and will continue to enable me to unlock new doors of education, faith, and service that will be benefit me for the rest of my life.”

Brittany Zak ‘17

Trent Barron ‘18

“It is such an honor to be chosen as a Head’s Scholar.

I am thankful for the caring staff at All Saints’, without whom I could not have achieved this award.”

Bryson Clark ‘19

“Being named a Head’s Scholar is such an honor.

I am so proud of my School and to be a Head’s Scholar.

I look forward to Middle School and am grateful for the education I have received. I love my teachers and my friends at All Saints’.

“I’ve wanted to become a Head’s Scholar ever since Caleb Albritton, a current Head Scholar, told me about it in fifth grade. So, to be named a Head’s Scholar two years later means the world to me. I’ve always pushed myself really hard in school, and to have my hard work and dedication pay off in this way is truly amazing. I’m so honored to be a part of such a prestigious group at All Saints’.”

Continuing:

Ben Taylor ‘17 Laura Doan ‘15 Caleb Albritton ‘17 Grace Evans ‘17

Ford Foundation Scholar

In 2008, the Edward E. Ford Foundation provided a 1:3 challenge grant to the School to establish an endowed need-based scholarship for one outstanding new Upper School student. Criteria for selection mirrors the academic, character and servant leadership standards for the Head’s Scholar Award. James Kirkland is our new Ford Foundation Scholar.

James Kirkland ‘17

“It has been an amazing experience applying for and being selected as the recipient of the 2013-2014 Edward E. Ford Foundation Scholarship. I am honored to be named a Ford Scholar, and I hope I will be a good addition to the All Saints’ Episcopal School community. I look forward to the opportunity to grow as a student and as an individual as I embark on this newest leg of my academic journey.”

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Scholars

Cameron Phelan Creative Writing Award

winning poem is titled Ares’ Civil War.

Emily Marcho ’14 has been named as the recipient of the 2013 Cameron Phelan Creative Writing Award. Facultynominated students were asked to draw inspiration from an image and write an essay on the theme “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.” Emily’s winning story is titled Feet Touch the Sky.

As the sixth and seventh recipients of this award, Rob and Emily received a $500 tuition grant scholarship, and both will have their names listed on a plaque displayed in the Sid W. Richardson Library in the Upper School. The Cameron Phelan Creative Writing Award is named in memory of Cameron, a graduate of the Class of 1999, who tragically passed away in 2006.

Rob Smat ’13 was the 2012 Cameron Phelan Creative Writing Award recipient. His

2013 winner - Emily Marcho

Emily Marcho’s photo selection and winning essay

Feet Touch the Sky April 6, 1937

Mama says Molly ain’t real. Mama also says that fairies ain’t real, but everybody knows that fairies is real. If fairies ain’t real, then who makes all the pretty things in life? Molly says that pretty things don’t matter if you got friends. Molly’s my friend. She holds the swing. Molly makes the swing not crumble and fall when I’m swinging. Molly don’t like to read. But Molly likes to sing. I like to sing too. Molly is my friend. And Mama says she ain’t real.

May 8, 1937

Molly made Mama go away. Molly said that because Mama said she ain’t real, that Mama wasn’t right for the world. You can’t just say people ain’t there when they are. Molly holds the swing.

And Mama doesn’t. Mama doesn’t do anything now. Mama lays in a hole in the ground because Mama ain’t a believer. I hope Papa doesn’t start saying Molly is fake. Sue Anne says she can’t see Molly either, but Sue Anne don’t know anything. Sue Anne is only three. I’m five. I know everything. I know that two plus two is four and Sue Anne only knows the Swing Song. “Up in the air I go flying again, Up in the air and down!” Sue Anne sings it all the time, even when she’s not on the swing. Molly doesn’t like that though. Molly doesn’t like a lot. Molly gets mad when I have to go home. Molly still has to hold the swing.

June 13, 1937 My feet almost touched the sky today. I love swinging. My Papa works the fields right next to our swing and watches Sue Anne and me playing ring around the rosies. Molly sometimes joins in, but Sue Anne doesn’t like to hold Molly’s hand. Molly never smiles. Molly says that if I can touch the sky with my feet, I can hold the swing too. It would be nice to hold the swing too. We could hold the swing together and watch other people touch the sky. Molly never wears different clothes. I ask her if she wants some of mine, but she tells me my clothes are too small for her. I think she is silly. My clothes would fit her better than they fit myself. Molly has scars on her hands and face. I ask her what they are from. She doesn’t answer. She just holds the swing.

July 30, 1937 Molly did some tricks today. She made Sue Anne touch the sky with her feet. Sue Anne could never do that before. Now Sue Anne don’t sing the Swing Song anymore. Now Sue Anne don’t swing at all. Molly says her Mama did tricks too. I wish Mama teached me tricks like Molly’s Mama. But Mama’s in the ground. Molly says that was another one of her tricks. Papa still works in the fields. And Molly still holds the swing.

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August 22, 1937 It’s almost my birthday. Molly said she would make something special for me. Molly said she could make my feet touch the sky. Papa don’t work the fields anymore. Papa only stays at home. Papa says he don’t feel good. Molly says Papa lies.

Lying ain’t good. Everyone says so. So Papa ain’t good then. Molly don’t like not good people. Molly says she likes good people like me. Molly says she can make my feet touch the sky too.

September 26, 1937 Sue Anne doesn’t play ring around the rosies with me anymore. She don’t like to be near Molly. Molly says that Sue Anne is too young to understand. But see, I’m six now. I know what two plus two is. I can understand. I picked a flower for Molly today. I tried to put it in her hair but it just falled out. It went clean through her. I musta missed Molly’s head. Molly says she likes black cats. I want a kitty. I want to touch the sky with my feet. Molly says she can make my feet touch the sky.

But she didn’t do it for my birthday. She says I hafta wait. Even if I’m six now.

November 18, 1937 I didn’t swing today. Molly got mad. Molly got really mad. Molly made Sue Anne go away. Sue Anne ain’t with Mama though. Sue Anne got burnded. Sue Anne turned black. Like the cat Molly likes. I miss Sue Anne. Now I can only play ring around the rosies with Molly. And Molly is mad because I didn’t swing today. It’s only me and Papa now. Molly says maybe soon I can touch the sky with my feet. But I still have to wait. I don’t like waiting. I looked out the window at the swings. I looked at my swing. It was still. But Molly still held the swings.

December 16, 1937 I want a new dress for Christmas. Mama went away, so now I don’t have any new clothes. And Molly still wears the same dress. She needs some clothes too. Maybe Papa could be good instead of bad and buy Molly some clothes. Papa hasn’t been good at all. Molly says Papa lies and sneaks and cheats. Molly says Papa ain’t no good for anything. Molly says I should swing more often. Molly says my feet can almost touch the sky now. Come on feet!

Touch the sky! I can’t wait for Christmas.

left: Emily Marcho ‘14

January 12, 1938 Molly says I can touch the sky with my feet now. So I did. And now I hold the swing too. Now I can do magic like Molly and her Mama. Molly said I’m special now.

I like being special. I can watch people swing. Molly says her birthday is soon. I never knew Molly had a birthday. She said she was born in 1686. I thought she was silly.

Molly always says silly things like that. Molly also says her Mama got burnded like Sue Anne. Molly’s Mama was burnded on a stake though.

2012 winner - Rob Smat left: Rob Smat ‘13 right: Rob Smat’s photo selection

See Smat’s 2012 winning essay Ares’ Civil War at www.asesftw.org/page/ News-Detail?pk=671696.

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artists by: James Venhaus, Upper School Theatre Arts Troy Henry ‘14 in NYC performing monologues from Shakespeare’s Richard III and Sonnet 130

All Saints’ Fine Arts in the Spotlight • 1 out of every 5 members of the Class of 2013 is pursuing a degree in Fine Arts • Nominated for 3 Buckley Awards, including Best Musical • 7 students selected for TPSMEA All Region Choir/Treble Choir • 5 finalists in Country Day Black and White Photography competition • Lab Band performed opening act for University of North Texas Annual Talent Show • Student named national semi-finalist for the Annual EnglishSpeaking Union Shakespeare Competition • Student interned with Artes de la Rosa for In the Heights production

Troy Henry ‘14

Troy Henry won the annual Shakespeare Monologue Competition sponsored by the Fort Worth Branch of the English Speaking Union. Troy went on to perform at the national level in NYC in June.

Margaret Boschini ‘14

The Theatre Arts students presented at ISAS in Austin a new one-act play, Rest in Peace, Quincy Jones, written by Margaret Boschini. The play tells the story of Quincy Jones, a young man so sheltered and

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• 2 students selected for TPSMEA All State Orchestra • 25 members of the International Thespian Society, an honor society recognizing excellence in high school theater • Student selected for TPSMEA All State Choir • Student’s original one-act play Rest in Peace, Quincy Jones produced at the ISAS Fine Arts Festival in Austin • 43 students inducted into Tri-M® Music Honor Society • Student selected for American High School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall • Student finalist in 3D Art in Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo • 33 members of the National Art Honor Society such a prisoner of his routine that he has no idea that he shares his name with a famous musician. Quincy’s precious daily routine is interrupted when his evil uncle steals his beloved chair. Quincy’s quest to recover his chair takes him on the adventure of a lifetime that has to be seen to be believed.

Courtney Harris ‘14

For Courtney Harris, joining the Artes de la Rosa internship program was about growth both personally and artistically.

top left: Boschini’s original one-act play top right: Harris’s musical internship

“I recently decided to make a conscious effort to work out of my comfort zone after many years of just working at one theater, and as a result, I have witnessed myself grow tremendously both as a performer and a person. Being at Rose Marine

Theatre, I feel important, special, and loved,” she says. “Being with my Artes de La Rosa family motivates me to push my limits and find a newfound veneration for what I love to do.”

All Saints’ Middle School Production of

Fiddler on the Roof Jr.

Middle School performers take the stage under the direction of Brian Mathis, Middle School Theatre Arts

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artists

All Saints’ Upper School Production of

Into the Woods

top: Upper School actors shine bright representing All Saints’ Fine Arts in the community under the direction of James Venhaus, Upper School Theatre Arts

All Saints’ Episcopal School

Music and Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM - Book by JAMES LAPINE

February 22 and 23 at 7pm and February 23 at 2pm St. Paul Lutheran Church 1800 W. Freeway - Fort Worth

Congratulations Saints for receiving 3 Buckley nominations!

Best Musical: Into the Woods • Best Actress: Courtney Harris • Best Female Supporting Actor: Margaret Boschini by: Kathi Tiffany, Fine Arts Department Chair bottom: 28 Upper School students hit Broadway

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NYC Trip This past fall, 28 juniors and seniors went on the New York Fine Arts trip to enjoy the culture and excitement of New York City for four fun-filled days.

Activities included visiting the major art museums, an Andy Warhol show, Radio City Music Hall behind the scenes and an Evensong service. They also attended three musicals: Once, Newsies and Peter and the Starcatcher, which made for an adventure that ended with a photo shoot in Central Park. Exhausted but inspired, the students gave Mr. Venhaus, Mrs. Graham, Mr. Worden and the trip coordinator, Mrs.

Tiffany, great reviews for the success of their travels.

Fine Arts Awards All Saints’ Excellence Award In Music Tatum Nowlin

All Saints’ Theatre Arts Award Margaret Boschini, Courtney Harris and Ellie Hertel

All Saints’ Choir Award Ruel Menton

All Saints’ Excellence Award in Visual Arts Bailey Wiseman

All Saints’ Instrumental Music Award Allison Cribbs and Crista Guthrie

All Saints’ Artist Award Ali Duran, Ryan Nguyen and Elizabeth Schnolis

All Saints’ Lab Band Award Reese Gilchrist

All Saints’ Digital Photography Award Genevieve Merrill

All Saints’ Percussion Award Detrick Dukes

All Saints’ Excellence in Dance Award Caroline Grace

All Saints’ Excellence Award In Theatre Arts Chris Jambor and Rob Smat

Honor Societies

The International Thespian Society is the student honorary division of the

Hailey Bailey Luke Bauer Sarah Boone Margaret Boschini Christian Broussard Austin Decker Maddy Duran Chet Grudzinski Courtney Harris

Troy Henry Ellie Hertel Chris Jambor Ali Kaitcer Nathanael King Emily Marcho Laura Marshall Ruel Menton Taylor O’Toole

Courniecia Phillips Larkin Rich Betsy Shelton Rob Smat Molly Sparks Ben Taylor Alex Wade

The Tri-M Music Honor Society

Hailey Bailey Ashley Barham Margaret Boschini Patrick Boyce Madeline Brentlinger Christian Broussard Alex Bush Kristin Cosgrove Allison Cribbs Austin Decker Desmond Dukes Sarah Evans Reese Gilchrist Isabel Guinn Crista Guthrie

Hope Gutierrez Courtney Harris Troy Henry Ellie Hertel Jessica Ivy Ali Kaitcer Taylor Jackson Christian Johnsen Ruel Menton Justin Miller Tyler Mitchell Jackson Neely Tatum Nowlin Anna Palmer Larkin Rich

Diana Roberts Anna Salerno Taylor Simpson Molly Sparks Sydney Speer Ellie Sullivan Emily Sullivan Ben Taylor Caroline Taylor Grace Tracy Tanner Vanderford Trystan Bryse Vanderford EJ Zukoski

The National Art honor Society is designed to inspire and recognize

Maddie Bailey Hannah Brown Breck Bunch Sophie Chevreaux Hudson Cleveland Allison Cribbs Ali Duran Charlie Flores Samantha Garnett Courtney Hammit Kiki Hertel

Andi Jameson Victoria Martin Chrissy Miller Ryan Nguyen Audrey Odom Quinn O’Connor Will Ousup Alli Papa Madison Pattillo Emily Pitsch Claire Prioleau

Kelsey Ramsey Riley Rector Larkin Rich Elizabeth Schnolis Cate Smith Kevin Stadtler Dresden Sutherland Troy Thomas Brittany Vinson Briana Wallace Bailey Wiseman

Educational Theatre Association and recognizes excellence in middle and high school theatre. Membership is earned by participating in the All Saints’ theatre arts program and accumulating points towards membership. Society members wear blue and gold honor cords at Commencement.

is the international music honor society for Middle School and Upper School students. It is designed to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements, reward them for their accomplishments and service activities, and inspire other students to excel at music and leadership. Tri-M is a program of the National Association for Music Education. Through more than 5,500 chartered chapters, Tri-M has helped thousands of young people provide years of service through music in schools throughout the world. Society members wear honor cords of pink, the international academic color for music, at Commencement.

students who have shown an outstanding ability and interest in art. The NAHS strives to aid members in attaining the highest standards in art scholarship, character and service, and to bring art education to the attention of the school and community. Society members wear multi-colored honor cords at Commencement.

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Athletes Charlie Reid ‘13, Xavier Phillips ‘13, Marissa Cantu ‘13, Aaron Beck, Mack Prioleau ‘13, Austin Roberts ‘13, and Kaleb Smith ‘13

National Signing Day On February 6, the All Saints’ Signing Day Ceremony lifted up six accomplished Seniors as they signed letters of intent to join the athletic programs of major universities.

Football

Xavier Phillips - Baylor University. Phillips, a top linebacker in Texas, is an All Saints’ Ford Foundation Scholar, named for strong academic performance, outstanding character and a commitment to servant leadership. Phillips received 26 offers from prestigious universities including Columbia University, Cornell University, Duke University, Harvard University, Princeton University and Yale University.

Mack Prioleau - Vanderbilt University. Prioleau has been an All Saints’ student since third grade. His other offers include United States Naval Academy, United States Air Force Academy, Princeton University and Colgate University.

Charlie Reid - Texas Christian University. Reid, a student of All Saints’ since Kindergarten, is an All-American, the #2 tight end in Tarrant County and #17 tight end in the nation. Reid received 22 offers from distinguished universities including University of Alabama, Ohio State University, University of Michigan and Texas A&M University.

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Kaleb Smith - Oklahoma State University. Smith is the #1 long snapper in Texas and #9 long snapper in the nation. Other offers include the United States Air Force Academy and the United States Naval Academy.

Softball

Marissa Cantu - Howard Payne University. Cantu is a four-year Varsity Letterman and three-year All-SPC and MVP at All Saints’.

Volleyball

Austin Roberts - Dallas Baptist University. Roberts was named All South Zone and All Tournament at the Trinity High School Double T Tournament.

Other Signings Baseball

Brett Burner – Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi. Burner, an All Saints’ student since 6th grade, achieved All-SPC his Senior year and is a Hall of Famer at All Saints’.

Equestrian

Ginger Chant – Baylor University. Chant served on the American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA) Board of Directors and was the 2012 National Snaffle Bit Association World Champion in Western Pleasure.

Chant also received an offer from TCU.

Football

XAVIAN JACKSON – East Texas Baptist University. Jackson, All Saints’ Team Captain, was named All North Zone and All Star in DFW. Ricky Jenkins – East Texas Baptist University. Jenkins came to All Saints’ in Lower School and was named All North Zone and All Star in DFW. Jenkins also received an offer from University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.

SWIMMING

JOE DANIELS – United States Military Academy. Daniels, at All Saints’ since Lower School, is a High School All American and SPC champion in both the 100-yard breast stroke and the 200-yard individual medley.

Daniels also received offers from Northwestern University and Southern Methodist University.

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This is the first time in my career that Ivy League and other big name schools are visiting us on a daily basis. They tell us it’s because our kids have balance - we put academics first and nurture their natural athletic abilities second.

Aaron Beck and Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban

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Athletes

Highlights & Accomplishments • 2013 Senior Class: 15% have committed to compete in collegiate athletics.

• Varsity Wrestling: Heavyweight wrestler placed 8th in the nation at Prep Nationals and earned a championship medal at the winter SPC conference.

• Varsity Football: All Saints’ hosted the fall SPC Championship and won our 4th Championship, after finishing the season with an 11-0 record.

• Varsity Women’s Golf: All Saints’ was named SPC Runner-Up 2013.

• Varsity Men and Women’s Swimming: All Saints’ placed first in the Citywide Swimming Showdown.

• Varsity Men’s Basketball Team: All Saints’ earned the North Zone Conference Champions for 2013.

• Varsity Baseball Team: All Saints’ earned the North Zone Conference Champions for 2013, after an undefeated season.

Swim

by: Aaron Beck, Director of Athletics left: Men’s 400-Yard Freestyle Relay Champions: Joe Daniels ‘13, Parker Pennington ‘14, Ian Johnsen ‘13 and Ben Taylor ‘14 right top: Cannon Maki ‘14 at Nationals on far right right bottom: Coach Regan Burdett and Varsity Cheerleaders

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The Saints’ Varsity Men’s and Women’s swim teams took top honors in a citywide showdown of private schools at the Wilkerson Greines Natatorium in Fort Worth January 26. All Saints’ competed against Fort Worth Country Day, Trinity Valley and Oakridge Varsity Swim Teams for an intense competition with high-stakes bragging rights. Saints’ Women took first place with 154 points; FWCD in second with 95 points and TVS in third with 42 points. In the Men’s competition, the Saints won with 111 points, and FWCD and TVS took second and third with scores of 85 and 61, respectively.

Wrestling

Saints heavyweight wrestler Cannon Maki ‘14 placed 8th in the nation at Prep Nationals and earned a champtionship medal at Winter SPC.

Cheer

After the Varsity Cheerleaders took high honors at the 2013 Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) cheer camp this summer, three Saints were named AllAmericans: Ashley Dioguardi ‘14, Alex Page ‘14 and Emily Tabor ‘14.

WR Kendall Adams and QB Foster Sawyer

Football

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram recently featured All Saints’ in its KICKOFF 2013 sports issue, saying that our Varsity football team is one of the top teams in the Metroplex.

After an 11-0 season and winning our 4th SPC championship last year, it’s no wonder Saints are standing out as a favorite to

watch. Jeremy Clark, publisher of the Fox Sports Net website HornedFrogsBlitz.com told the Telegram, “Obviously the 2014 class at All Saints’ is one of the most talented in the area. I think they are comparable to a lot of 4A and 5A schools, and All Saints’ is a major stop for college programs across the country this spring.” Go Saints! PTF!

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Visiting Scholar,

Lasting Advice

Then in 2001, he accepted the position of president of NAIS, where he made big headlines in the world of independent education for more than 12 years. This past June marked Bassett’s retirement, which launched him into a role of independent school consultant and advisor.

by: Keira Moody, Director of Communications and Marketing Pat Bassett at All Saints’

According to Pat Bassett there are three great Revolutions that have taken place in America: 1. American Revolution of 1775-1787 2. American Revolution of 1963-1964 3. American Revolution of Today. Now. Educational revolutionaries that re-define teaching, re-think learning, and re-design schooling.

It’s no wonder that Pat Bassett’s schedule is more packed now than when he was president of NAIS – the National Association of Independent Schools.

Independent schools around the country move mountains to have Bassett come share his philosophies and insights in education with them. And on September 3, All Saints’ was his destination.

Patrick F. Bassett began his career in independent schools in 1970 as an English teacher, lacrosse coach and dormitory parent at Woodberry Forest School, an all boys boarding school in Virginia. In 1980, he became headmaster of neighboring school, Stuart Hall, and went on to serve as head of school at Pomfret School in Connecticut. In 1993, Bassett took on the role of president for ISACS - the Independent Schools Association of the Central States.

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In early September, just in time to kick off a new All Saints’ School year and welcome our first Honors College cohorts, Pat Bassett came to All Saints’ as a “Visiting Scholar.” He first visited with parents in the community about the benefits of an independent school education. Then, he addressed all Upper School students at Honors Convocation, a time when students vow to hold themselves and each other to the highest degree of integrity and respect throughout their All Saints’ journey and beyond. Finally, Bassett sat down with the inaugural cohorts of the Honors College and engaged them in dialogue about skills and values for the 21st century.

Pat Bassett at all saints’ Community-Wide PRESENTATION The benefits of an independent school education.

Upper school Honors Convocation Choose to be “good,” and the rest will fall into place.

Honors College Seminars

The 6 C’s - Skills and Values for the 21st century. How do we backward design our school to achieve them?

During the opening session of the 2012 NAIS Conference in Seattle, Pat Bassett had the privilege of introducing keynote speaker Bill Gates. In the spirit of entrepreneurship, Bassett talked about the ten promising innovations for education. He addressed each one with confidence and passion, reinforcing that teachers and their students will be the revolutionaries this country needs and the pioneers who build a new civilization.

10 Promising Innovations for Education 1. Adopting backward design and mapping curriculum around skills rather than subjects: The 6 C’s: Character, critical thinking collaboration, communication, creativity and cosmopolitanism/cross cultural competency.

2. Documenting student outcomes via formative assessment and demonstrations of learning - Capture in PK-12 schools over 13 years via digital portfolios.

3. Connecting appreciative inquiry, the strengths approach and growth mindsets - All subsets of the positivist psychology movement.

4. Globalizing independent schools.

5. Stage II greening of independent schools.

6. STEM and beyond signature programming - robotics, Rube Goldberg and inventors’ competitions, etc.

7. Professionalizing the profession rotating schedules to free groups of faculty researchers, online PLS. 8. Public purpose of private education initiatives.

9. Online learning consortia for independent school branded courses.

10. Design Thinking - Incorporating MIT and Stanford Design Lab ideas.

All Saints’ Head of School Tad Bird calls Pat Bassett a renaissance man and takes his vision for the next century of education to heart. Said Bird, “Pat recently blogged about the top 25 factors great schools have in common. I scanned the list and was proud that we met or are working toward all 25.”

He went on to say, “And number one on the list is why I will always be a Bassett fan. A great school must create and perpetuate an intentional culture shaped by adults, rooted in universal values of honesty and caring, and relentlessly oriented toward achievement.”

NAIS – National Association of Independent Schools – is a membership organization of more than 1,700 independent schools and associations of schools in the U.S. and abroad. As the “national voice for independent schools,” NAIS provides advocacy for independent K-12 college-prep education, research and trend analysis, guidance on leadership and governance, and professional development opportunities for teachers, administrators, heads of school, and board members.

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Another Big First for All Saints’ by: Tad Bird, Head of School

Meet Dave Ostroff DIRECTOR, HONORS COLLEGE

Pat Bassett’s visit aligned perfectly with an essential question for Honors College students in year one: “What does the future of teaching and learning look like for us?”

In twenty years of teaching, I have come to enjoy and appreciate the fresh, unique perspectives that students bring to discussions of big issues and big challenges. I envision serving as mentor, coach, and facilitator: encouraging students to pursue their intellectual passions; to frame salient questions; to polish essential skills; and to design creative solutions. Along the way, we’ll invite colleagues in the All Saints’ community, local civic and business leaders, and world-class scholars, authors, entrepreneurs, and activists to engage our students and challenge them to imagine the world as it could be.

From time to time, I have lunch with our Seniors. They are in the final stages of their All Saints’ journey, and they provide such meaningful insight...especially when I feed them! I always begin these conversations by thanking them for sharing their gifts – their genius within, if you will, with us. A couple of years ago, I asked them about the possibilities of a “program within a program” for the most capable and most highly motivated students. “What do you think about full immersion in a foreign language by the time you graduate with the expectation that you are fluent and not merely conversant in a foreign language? And how do you feel about working with thought leaders around the world to dissect and analyze global issues such as conserving our waning natural resources? And what if your senior project was shaped around the idea of serving others and you would be allowed to choose the topic to explore with the outcome centered on improving the community or world in which you live?” The responses were a resounding, “Yes!” After further discussion with several faculty members, fellow administrators and a few Board members, Father Madison and I decided to take it on the road.

Last year, we visited educators from top colleges and universities including Harvard, MIT, Boston College, Austin College, UT, University of Chicago and TCU. Consistent responses from these university greats, such as Daniel Hastings, Dean of Undergraduate Education at MIT, and Victor Boschini, Chancellor of TCU, were that the landscape of higher education is rapidly changing. The rate at which information is available through technology is real time, so the students who are best prepared for college are the ones who know how to think critically, analyze complex data, solve problems, and clearly communicate the outcomes through spoken and written narratives.

Following our due diligence, we penned our first Honors College curriculum guide. It incorporates concepts from our advisor schools, such as Austin College’s Communications Inquiry and University of Texas Plan II, Princeton’s Gap Year, Columbia’s Core Curriculum and Harvard Business School’s Case Study methodology. The curriculum also has elements that are directed to the entire student body, not just those in the Honors College program. Next, we sought a program director who could take our model and develop it into a program that would start in Fall 2013. After several months of national candidate interviews, we welcomed Dave Ostroff to our team. Dave has the vision and the drive to launch and build this program to a global level. More importantly, through this vehicle, he will continue to emphasize exercising the genius within, through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world, and by serving others.

“The Honors College is designed to help develop global citizens equipped to respond to the challenges of the 21st century, including conservation and energy, global politics and diplomacy.”

Fr. David Madison, Assistant Head of School and Upper School Division Head

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by: Dave Ostroff, Director of Honors College

HONORS COLLEGE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Visiting Scholars: Because All Saints’ is a leading independent school in a worldclass city, we are uniquely positioned to attract some of the foremost researchers, authors, activists, and entrepreneurs to our School. Each Honors College Visiting Scholar will engage with Upper School students: at assemblies, in Chapel talks, during classes, and in seminar-style discussions. Typically, Visiting Scholars will offer a morning keynote address that frames small group breakout conversations and engages the entire community in deliberative dialogue. Honors College students will play leading roles in topic selection, design, and implementation.

Seminar Series: Honors College students begin their journey together with a cornerstone seminar in ninth grade. Working together around All Saints’ Harkness table, students will read Grant Lichtman’s The Falconer and consider the book’s model for “making the leap from passive learner of previous knowledge to an active creator of new ideas.” The Falconer adapts Sun Tzu’s The Art of War to facilitate a dialogue about developing the art of questioning and the skills of critical thinking and creative problemsolving. Students also engage in writing and research with an eye toward developing junior thesis and senior capstone proposals.

In eleventh grade, students consider theories of knowledge in an interdisciplinary capstone seminar, “Faith and Reason.”

Leadership Workshops: The Honors College prepares not only the minds of students, but their hearts and their spirits as well. The Honors College invites business and civic leaders to engage students around authentic leadership challenges drawn from their own experiences. Workshops provide opportunities for students to interact with leaders who embody All Saints’ mission by living lives of purposeful public service.

World Affairs Club: The club serves as a forum for students’ deeper exploration of global political, economic, and cultural affairs. By graduation, Honors College students will be well-acquainted with the most important foreign policy debates of our time.

Class of 2016 Cohort: Sarah Boone Imani Davis Austin Decker Abby Gardner Julianne Garnett Simon Gaul Alex Hecht Camille Kelly Renée Merrill Brazos Pinto Claire Prioleau Riley Rector Teddy Richardson Grace Tracy Tayler Weathers David Whitaker Class of 2017 Cohort: Caleb Albritton Maddie Comtois Will DeBerry Grace Evans Will Gentry Virginia Leidner Jacob Matthews Claire Mildren Jared Moody Brendan O’Toole Sean-Michael Pigéon Emma Speaker Coby Vida Brianna Vinson Sam Wilhelm Brittany Zak

TAD BIRD HONORS COLLEGE GROVE

Coming 2013

Tad Bird Honors College

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“Above all, the objective is to promote servant leadership and encourage students - all All Saints’ students - to not only consider where the world is but where it ought to be.”

Dr. Tad Bird, Head of School

Former Presidents of the Board of Trustees agreed that the new Honors College should be named after its visionary, Tad Bird. Dr. Bird was honored at the Commencement ceremony in May.

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Innovation left: Welcome new Saints from China

right: Joe Daniels ’13 (with help from Robbie Thomas ’13) discussing a shoulder surgery observation during an internship with an orthopedic surgeon

by: David Madison, Assistant Head of School and Upper School Divison Head

International Students

International students attending All Saints’ Upper School is not a new experience. For example, Meng Ge ‘09 came to the United States during her high school years to prepare for collegiate studies at leading universities. At the end of her All Saints’ journey, she matriculated to California Institute of Technology. Currently, All Saints’ is home to several international students.

This fall, nine students from China joined our community to also prepare for college. They live with host families and are supported by our partner, Cambridge International Education Institute. Cambridge provides extensive support to these international students. For example, ESL courses (English as second language) are offered during the regular school day. Also, a dedicated Residential Coordinator is on staff to assist these students with their home stays and transition to All Saints’.

This is an excellent opportunity for international students to come to All Saints’ and prepare for college at an innovative and rigorous Upper School. It doesn’t stop there, though. This is also a rich opportunity for our own local students.

During his address at our Commencement Exercises in May, Dr. Daniel Hastings, Dean of Undergraduate Studies at MIT, stressed the importance for college-bound young people to develop a global perspective. “With advances in technology, the world continues to become a smaller place. We are all global citizens.”

Increasing our international enrollment helps our students develop their own global perspectives. That begins in earnest with building relationships with people from different places possessing different perspectives and world views.

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Senior Projects Powerful this year, the graduating Class of 2013 successfully

completed the inaugural Senior Project. Starting in January, members of the Class began developing individual projects focusing on subjects they might want to continue studying during their college years. Working with a faculty advisor, each student developed a proposal outlining the project. Students developed research questions, internships, or artistic endeavors which would help them achieve their individualized learning goals. During the last three weeks of the semester, the students executed their projects.

In addition to the “action step” of their project (what they did), they each submitted a reflection piece where they processed their learning. Also, the students shared their work with the greater community. Many students gave “live” presentations while others created websites highlighting their work or conducted a seminar.

This allowed the seniors the opportunity to share their work while also giving younger members of the community some ideas for projects to look forward to in their final weeks at All Saints’. Here are some examples: Lauren Getz—The Physics of Gymnastics Jordan Jones, Jennie Edwards, Ian Johnsen—The Land Down Under: An Exchange Experience at Barker College Taylor Jackson—Internship at Ben Hogan Sports Medicine Clinic Joe Daniels—Internship in Orthopedic Surgery Shekinah Sharpe and Carolina Martinez—Internship at Northside High School and International Outreach Danny Gasparovic—Internship in Local Mission Work

It really is Rocket Science

A team made up of three All Saints’ eighth graders – Caleb Albritton, Sean-Michael Pigéon and Brittany Zak – made headlines by becoming the only Middle School team in the RealWorldInWorld NASA Engineering Design Challenge to advance to the final stage. This is a national competition in which students in grades 8-12 work collaboratively to solve real-world problems related to the James Webb Space Telescope. Our team, advised by faculty member Monica Wilson, started last September in redesigning a space web telescope mirror. They were also responsible for creating ways to apply this design for uses on earth.

Solar Car Sets the Pace

After all of the preparations and anticipation that started last September, it’s hard to believe the Solar Car Challenge is a reality. Our team of 12 students built an amazingly durable car that survived the trek from here to Los Angeles with very few problems, none that actually left us doing repairs along the road. The team quickly developed the skills of a NASCAR pit crew, improving the time it took to trailer the car from over 15 minutes in the beginning to less than 3 minutes by the third day. To maintain our batteries, we ran 15-25 mph, but our goal for next year is to improve speed, lower our profile and reduce drag.

It was such a remarkable experience to work with the other 14 schools in our division, only a couple of which were from Texas. We loaned them equipment when they needed it, and in turn they gave us a lot of ideas to consider for improving next year’s car. During the race, at the finish line and at the awards banquet, we had by far the best school and parent support, which made fellow advisor, Joe Morris, and me so proud.

A Wide RANGE of Opportunities

In the coming year, we hope to expand our utilization of our amazing outdoor space through the following: • Regular use of our new observation platform, designed and constructed as a senior project by 2013 graduate, Brett Burner • Expanded use of our garden space and greenhouse to include fall-garden vegetables that can be used in our dining halls and donated to local food banks • Development of a small camping area to be used as a training ground • Expansion of a trail system that allows our students to safely explore the RANGE • Design and implementation of a grassland management plan that will aid in restoring native grasses while eliminating invasive species • Pursuit of a cooperative relationship with conservation-minded organizations such as the Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Texas A&M’s Agricultural Extension Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Thanks to funding from a Faculty Excellence Award, we began the process of creating a field guide describing and illustrating the many plants and animals that live on our campus. As we photograph, research and compose the guide, we will develop a companion curriculum for each Division including activities and lessons designed to expand our students’ knowledge of the environment in which they live. We also received a grant from the National Wild Turkey Federation, in conjunction with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, to spend on invasive plant control, trail improvement, tree planting and dam repair.

Good stewardship of natural resources requires appreciation, which comes through knowledge and understanding. As we strive to help each of our students find their genius within, we also hope to develop responsible citizens that have an appreciation for their role as stewards of God’s creation.

Rocket Science by: Mike Gonzalez, Middle School Division Head Solar Car by: Lyle Crossley, Upper School Science RANGE by: Greg Nowlin, Director of RANGE and Upper School Math

left: Solar Car team heads to L.A. Members include: Chandler Carr Ashley Dioguardi Ryan Drobnich Carson Fricks Ethan Fricks Eric Getz Caroline Grace Nicholas Iglesias Wyatt Kelly Maya Maldanado Emily Marcho Emily Pitsch Kevin Stadtler Emily Tabor Alex Wade Jack Walraven Scott Walraven David Whitaker right: Early Childhood students at the RANGE

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scope of our fundraising efforts. Then, in 2011, the Board approved the Committee’s proposal to begin the Quiet Phase of what has turned out to be a comprehensive campaign, aptly named, For ALL the Saints. The Campaign continues in the Quiet Phase now and has the potential to touch the lives of ALL of our students now and into the future, with several capital and endowment components.

Our Leadership by: Laura Hutyra, Campaign Manager

Our History

Founded as a preschool in 1951 in the undercroft of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, our School has become one of the premier college preparatory Episcopal schools in the Southwest. Our humble journey has moved us across four campuses as we evolved from a preschool, to a K-8 program, to a K-12 program, and finally to the first-class PK-12 program we offer today. In 1997, we secured the Normandale Campus, and over the next 10 years raised $40 million in capital gifts to build our current academic and athletic facilities.

We are proud of our history. We are proud of all that we have accomplished. And, we are proud of the vision we hold for tomorrow.

Our Vision

The time has come for the next chapter of our story to unfold. Plans for the current campaign began in 2010 when All Saints’ Board of Trustees established an Advisory Committee to update the School’s Campus Master Plan and conduct a feasibility study to help determine the potential

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Because of the generosity of early support from the All Saints’ community, and the incredible leadership of our Campaign Co-Chairs and Steering Committee, the Campaign is off to a wonderful start.

Raney and Pete Chambers, Dana and Dee Kelly, Jr., and Linda and George M. Young, Jr., continue to lead all of our fundraising efforts and diligently oversee all aspects of the Campaign.

2010 Campaign Advisory Committee Jim Samis, Chair Cindy Adams Kevin Avondet Aaron Beck Mike Berry Tad Bird Victor Boschini Bill Brackett Pete Chambers Susan Doyle Rosie Fanning Dee Kelly, Jr. David Madison Rick Merrill John Pinkerton Marty Searcy Ramsay Slugg Whit Smith

Campaign Co-Chairs Dana and Dee Kelly, Jr. Raney and Pete Chambers Linda and George M. Young, Jr.

Steering Committee Wendy and Alan Barron Nancy and Bill Brackett Paula Brockway Mary Jane and Crawford Edwards Sarah and Baker Gentry Rebecca and Reese Hillard Robin and Chris Huckabee Robyn and Craig Kelly Nikki and Matt Mildren Erin and Kyle Poulson Molly and Rusty Reid Lynn and Jim Samis Ramsay Slugg Cheryl and Bud Vinson Jennifer and Philip Williamson Rick Yuill

Advisory Committee Mike Berry Victor Boschini Jeff Dillard Kelly Ann and Chris Ewin Rick Merrill

Land Acquisition Sub-committee Jack Huff Kyle Poulson

Building & Design Sub-committee

Rick Yuill, Chair Chris Huckabee Tommy Miller Frank Sherwood, Owner’s Representative

Alternative Revenue Sub-committee Tommy Miller, Chair Blake Brockermeyer Matt Mildren

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by Laura Hutyra, Campaign Manager The Gray Tennis Center was dedicated on May 1, 2012

Gray Tennis center The first project completed as part of For ALL the Saints was the Gray Tennis Center.

Dedicated on May 1, 2012, the beautiful new center boasts 10 courts, each with covered spectator seating, and a central Pavilion area. The Gray Tennis Center was completed in time for the start of the 2012 spring sports season and served as the host venue for the 2012 SPC Tournament Boys Division I competition.

The Center was made possible by major gifts from three donors. Dr. Joseph W. Gray

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provided the lead gift, given in memory of his parents, George W. and Helen Wicker Gray. The Pavilion is named for the Janet and Allen Hodges family in memory of Margery Ann Leonard Hodges and in honor of our own Dr. Jeany Pitre, who served as Lower School Division Head for 23 years. Court #1 is named for Wendy and Alan Barron, and the remaining Courts #2 – #10 are available as naming opportunities for future donors.

Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education The second major project (just!) completed as part of the For ALL the Saints campaign is the Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education. Completed in time for the start of this school year, the new facility provides a top-notch educational environment for our youngest Saints.

Located adjacent to the Moncrief Lower School, the new Dillard Center expands offerings to 3-, 4- and 5-year-old students

while providing a facility to match our firstclass program. The new Center includes six classrooms to accommodate part-time and full-time programs. In addition, Early Childhood students have access to their very own art room, a library with up-todate technology, a multi-purpose room for music, dance and presentations, and a brand new playground, specifically designed for these young children.

top: New Early Childhood art room bottom left: Early Childhood Division Head Robin Page moves in and prepares for the first day of school bottom right: New playground equipment

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Supporting All Saints’ by: Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement Ramsay Slugg, right, with his children, Byron ’13 and Ellen ’09

DeWolfe Society Ramsay Slugg is a long-time member of the All Saints’ family. He recently concluded his 17th year as an All Saints’ parent, and this fall begins his 11th year on the Board. During that time, he has served on the Executive and Finance Committees, and chaired the Planned Giving, Development, Advancement and Major Gifts Committees. He currently serves on the Campaign Steering Committee as well.

Daughter Ellen, Class of 2009, recently graduated from Sewanee: University of the South, and son Byron, Class of 2013, enters the University of Arkansas this fall. Both are Lifetime Saints, Ellen having spent K – 9 on Tumbleweed. Byron spent his entire time on our Normandale campus.

Ramsay’s professional career, first as a practicing tax attorney, and now as a Managing Director and Wealth Strategist with U.S. Trust, Bank of America’s Private Bank, dovetails with his service to All Saints’. “I get to talk about philanthropy every day, both with clients who are interested in learning the most effective ways to support their favorite causes, and with the charities themselves about efficiencies in fulfilling their mission.”

When asked how All Saints’ fits into his future plans, Ramsay responded, “All Saints’ has been included in my estate plan since my children first started here. I recently increased the amount of my bequest, in addition to the pledge that I made to the capital campaign. And, although I could designate how I want that money to be used, I chose not to, instead leaving it to our general endowment, trusting that future Board members will be as in tune with our mission as is the current Board and administration.”

DeWolfe Society Members

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Anonymous (5) Dr. Sharon Basden and Mr. Gary Frankenfield Dr. and Mrs. Thaddeus B. Bird Mr. and Mrs. A. William Brackett Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Bradshaw Mr. and Mrs. Pete Chambers

The Rev. Canon and Mrs. James P. DeWolfe, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Ferguson Dr. Joseph W. Gray Mr. and Mrs. Kent S. Henning Mr. and Mrs. Reese Hillard The Rev. and Mrs. Christopher Jambor

Why endowment? “I talk to a lot of charities about building endowment. Endowment is really about two things, reducing stress on current operations and expanding mission. In the case of All Saints’, endowment is really about reducing pressure on future tuition increases.

I know from my time on the Finance Committee that we run a tight ship. Frank, Rosie and their staff are awesome! But inevitably, costs go up, especially if we want to offer more and better programs; and if tuition increases are the only way to pay for that, we will lose students. That’s not good for the School. It would be nice – actually more than nice – it is critical – to increase our endowment so that earnings will reduce pressure on future tuition increases.”

How about some practical advice for those who want to make a planned gift to All Saints’? “There are a lot of options. One idea I like is what I call “endowing your annual gift.” Say you give the school $1,000 each year as part of the Annual Fund. That, by the way, is real important money to the School. Well, after you are gone, that $1,000/year will also be gone from All Saints’ budget.

But how about leaving an amount, say $20,000 or $25,000, to the endowment, the income from which will make up the $1,000?

That idea is not original to me, but it is one I like, and it’s pretty easy to understand.

To do any planned gift, you will need to visit with your attorney to incorporate it into your estate plan. Although I am not permitted in my present position to actually prepare your documents, I am more than happy to talk to any of the All Saints’ families about their options.”

Ms. Dorothy Jurgens* Mr. and Mrs. Dee J. Kelly, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. A. Avery McDaniel Ms. Donna Michels Mr. and Mrs. Ardon Moore Ms. Johnnie Pearce Moseley* Ms. Sylvia P. Murray* Mr. Freeman L. Orman Mr. and Mrs. John Pinkerton

Mr. and Mrs. Rusty Reid Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Ryan* Mr. and Mrs. James D. Samis Mr. Ramsay Slugg Ms. Ann Pendleton Stephens* Mr. and Mrs. George M. Young, Jr. * Gifts received

Annual Fund Chairs Wende Dwyer-Johnsen and Andrew Johnsen, with sons Ian ‘13 and Christian ‘16

The Annual Fund for All Saints’ Episcopal School Imagine classrooms without motivated and inspiring teachers. Imagine a campus that is falling apart from lack of adequate resources for maintenance. Imagine taking your child to school each day and worrying about their safety. Imagine lack of technology in the classroom. It’s hard to imagine because at All Saints’ we are blessed with a beautiful and safe campus, excellent teachers and a continued emphasis on the improvement of technology and the overall classroom experience.

All Saints’ truly is a wonderful school, but we cannot take any of this for granted because without the generosity and continued support from our community, we would not have the resources needed to excel and grow to our fullest potential.

Like all independent schools, the Annual Fund is one of only four revenue streams that support the operating budget in addition to tuition, endowment and other miscellaneous revenue. It is by far the single most important ongoing fundraising effort for our School each year and without it, we wouldn’t be able to sustain programming, technological advances and professional development at the level we expect and our

Support All Saints’ One of the hallmarks of our educational model is the close-knit community at All Saints’ Episcopal School and our passionate parent volunteers. Research has shown that parental involvement makes a significant difference both in the school atmosphere and in the success rate of students, especially when parents are included as partners in the educational process. We are very fortunate to have three strong parent auxiliaries that make this important difference in the life of our School.

The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) serves as the overall support umbrella for all facets of school, student and family life. Their love of our teachers, our students and our families is evident in all that they do. PTO volunteers are often behind the scenes making sure that our teachers are appreciated throughout the year by providing monthly “First Friday” breakfasts, treating them to quarterly lunches and honoring them at our annual Teacher Appreciation Luncheon. The PTO also organizes all-school events such as the Harvest Fair, Grandparents Day and the Book Fair and throughout the year provides important volunteers and class liaisons or room parents to help welcome new families, organize class activities and serve as ambassadors for the School at all major school functions like Open House, All Saints’ Day and All Day at All Saints’. PTO President Kelly Parsley says, “PTO is looking forward to a wonderful and exciting year.“ The Booster Club promotes School unity and spirit in all athletic endeavors.

The primary focus is on financial support and volunteer service for athletics and physical education in every Division. Booster volunteers work the Snack Shack, the Track Shack and the Bat Shack, providing snacks and refreshments during games

children deserve. The Annual Fund provides real dollars to pay for real expenses in the year that this money is raised, and it helps our school remain debt-free. Unlike tuition, Annual Fund gifts are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by the law.

The entire All Saints’ community supports the Annual Fund from Faculty and Staff, the Board of Trustees and the Vestry who have an excellent tradition of 100% participation, to Parents, Grandparents, Parents of Alumni, Alumni and Special Friends. Every School family is encouraged, and is expected to give to the best of their ability. Having 100% parent participation provides us substantial credibility in the community, and outside funders give more weight to schools who have 100% Annual Fund participation. This translates to greater resources and control over our annual budget.

We hope you will join us in celebrating our wonderful school with a gift to the Annual Fund this year!

and provide hospitality for all coaches when we host SPC. They organize Fall Rally and provide all students with a special spirit shirt to wear in support of our Saints.

They also provide much-needed additional funds for all sports through proceeds from the membership drive, the Fall Sports Program and the All Saints’ Golf Classic held in the spring. “School spirit is important, and athletics is a powerful way to get students, parents, faculty and the community together in support of outstanding sportsmanship and a tradition of excellence on and off the playing fields,” said Craig Kelly, Booster Club Chair.

Fine Arts Matters in Education (FAME), has been a huge factor in the growth of the fine arts at All Saints’ over the past 10 years. FAME’s mission is to promote and enhance the Fine Arts at All Saints’ through the support of Division faculty in the visual arts, dance, music, musical theater, drama, photography, film and design. FAME volunteers are present at over 30 fine arts events and performances throughout the school year. This year, FAME is introducing a fun new fine artsrelated fundraiser in conjunction with the Early Childhood and Lower School arts program. FAME is also building on the success of the Upper School and Middle School Musical playbill ad sales with all proceeds from FAME fundraisers going to support the fine arts in every Division. FAME is also planning to build on the FAME Masters Series this year by bringing in experts from many fine art disciplines.

“The fine arts are an important part of the balanced educational experience at All Saints’, and FAME volunteers are passionate about the arts and all that they do,” said Jeannette Iglesias, FAME President.

You can get involved, too! Go to www.asesftw.org/support for more information or contact Abby Smith, Parent Relations and Special Events Manager, at AbbySmith@aseschool.org.

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Faculty & Administration

Heartfelt gratitude for Retiree saints

Debbie Coulson

Bettina Herndon

Susie Hoskins

Diana Smith

Ike Tennison

Suzanne Vasseur

Holly Weed

Trudy Welke

Lower School Grade 6 Years at All Saints’: 9

Lower School Grade 2 Years at All Saints’: 23

Lower School Kindergarten Years at All Saints’: 32

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Lower School Grade 4 Years at All Saints’: 37

Middle School Latin Years at All Saints’: 9

Lower School Grade 1 Years at All Saints’: 28

Upper School Science/ Science Department Chair Years at All Saints’: 25

Lower School Grade 5 Years at All Saints’: 24

Two Second Grade Teachers Give Lecture on Connecting Visual Arts to Mathematics

Second grade teachers, Jennifer Albritton and Annabelle Gallo, presented a talk entitled, “Connecting the Visual Arts to Mathematics with Paul Klee Masterpieces” at the 2013 Annual Meeting of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) in Denver, CO. The teachers articulated a classroom activity in which their students discovered and explored fractions, probability, counting, and shapes in the artwork of Paul Klee.

Upper School Theatre Arts Teacher Selected for British University Fellowship Program

The Fort Worth Branch of the English Speaking Union invited James Venhaus to their British University Summer School Fellowship Program for 2013. As a fellow, James spent three weeks in London taking the Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance course at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. He worked backstage on various Globe Theatre productions and

actually performed on the stage of the Globe Theatre as the grand finale.

Middle School Teachers Work at NASA

Monica Wilson, Peggy Wilson, and Joe Morris, Middle School math and science teachers, were selected from applicants across the nation for the prestigious LiftOff Summer Institute held at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, this summer. It was the first time that All Saints’ partnered with NASA Johnson Space Center Office of Education and the Middle School Aerospace Scholars project. Participating teachers increased their knowledge of space education and learned valuable ways to bring it into the classroom.

left: Mallory Powers creating her Paul Klee-inspired Farbtafel to be used for a fractions exploration middle: James Venhaus, Upper School Theatre Arts, in London with Billy Boyd of Lord of the Rings right: Paula Smith of DAR and Ann Baldwin, Upper School History

ANN BALDWIN WINS DAR AWARD

All Saints’ Upper School History Department Chair and History & Government Teacher, Ann Baldwin, was selected as Outstanding Teacher of American History by the Mary Isham Keith Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was honored at an Awards Luncheon April 4, 2013, at the Woman’s Club of Fort Worth.

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Our Faculty Community of Excellence Each year at Commencement, we honor outstanding members of the All Saints’ teaching community with Faculty Excellence Awards. These awards were established in 2009 with generous gifts from the Jeff R. Dillard family and Dr. Joseph W. Gray. The awards include a professional development opportunity and a cash stipend. Selections are made from faculty submissions, and recipients are expected to use the award to enhance not only their individual classroom learning experience, but also to help sustain excellence for the entire School community. by: Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement left: Jackson Poulson ‘23, Renée Merrill ‘16 and Camille Keehan ‘23 middle: Scott Jarrett, Upper School English right: 2013 Award recipients at Commencement: Greg Nowlin, Director of RANGE and Upper School Math, Jamie Powers, Lower School 3rd Grade, Julie Yater, Lower School Kindergarten, Mark Cox, Upper School Math

Scott Jarrett, a 2011 Award recipient, used his Faculty Excellence Award to elevate our English Department with the establishment of a Writing Center. The Award allowed Scott to attend two collegelevel workshops for Writing Center directors. Scott was also able to connect with Dr. Steve Sherwood at TCU, Director of the William F. Adams Center for Writing, who continues to be involved in the All Saints’ Center. Although Scott is a member of the Upper School faculty, the All Saints’ Writing Center has helped develop good writing skills from Kindergarten up.

Q: What inspired you to apply for a Faculty Excellence Award?

Jarrett: When I taught in Bulgaria, I was on staff at a Writing Center, and I loved that part of my responsibilities. The oneon-one instruction was gratifying to me as a teacher, and I could see tremendous impact on the students’ writing skills. I wanted to establish a Center at All Saints’, and I wanted to be able to implement it across Divisions.

Q: What exactly is The Writing Center at All Saints’?

Jarrett: Our Writing Center has two components: a Writing Lounge area in my classroom for individual instruction and our Writing

Consultants, a team of 40 Upper School students who are available to ”coach” and work with Lower and Middle School students.

Q: How has the Center benefitted students outside the Upper School?

Jarrett: This past year, our Writing Center consultants have helped students in 10 different Lower and Middle School classrooms. We provide one-on-one instruction for every student in the classroom, and can focus on particular skills such as utilizing passive voice or active voice, sensory details, thesis statements and transitions.

Q: Are there any special projects that have been especially fun or satisfying?

Jarrett: Yes, two come to mind – Mrs. Albritton’s second grade class had written thank you letters to Frank, a beloved member of our facilities staff. She asked our consultants to help the 2nd graders revise their letters, adding more detail, with a focus on making the letters distinct from one another. Another very satisfying project involved working with the candidates for Lower School Student Council on their campaign speeches.

Q: What positive outcomes have you observed, and what outcomes do you hope to see?

Jarrett: The consultants’ experiences are so very positive – they absolutely love helping the younger students, and their writing skills improve through teaching others. The experience reinforces good writing habits, philosophies and grammar skills and emphasizes the value of the revision process. I hope all our students will seek out their Writing Center when in college, and realize that good writing will help them excel in any and all of their classes. They are already learning that writing can be “cool!”

“I am so happy to have the opportunity to help others put their thoughts and ideas on paper. The Writing Center is a wonderful tool for those who wish to improve upon their writing. Not only does it help those who are being tutored, but the consultants as well.” Renée Merrill ‘16

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Spotlight on Division Heads

What Am I Most Looking Forward To This Year?

Fr. David Madison ‘92

Assistant Head of School / Upper School Division Head “I am most excited about the continuation of innovative and exciting programs for our Upper School students.

During 2012-13, our community saw the implementation of the Honors Thesis, the Senior Project, and the Solar Car Project. During the upcoming year, we will see the launch of the Tad Bird Honors College and our strengthened international student program. Alongside our well-established programs like the Classics Diploma and Cum Laude Society, we are implementing engaging new programs springing from a growth mindset. I am excited about watching the continuation of that trajectory.”

Mike “Gonzo” Gonzalez Middle School Division Head

“I am looking forward to our new teachers, Jordan Amy, Latin 7; and Anne Butrum, Math 7, who are excited about the challenges of teaching to adolescent minds.

Coach Darold Hubbard has the added responsibilities as the Dean of Students in the Middle School. He has a real heart for this Middle School age. Most of all, I look forward to the hustle and bustle of the new school year. As I say every year…this year is going to be even better.”

Debra Koppelberger Lower School Division Head

“I am thrilled to be welcoming new students, families, and faculty members into our Lower School community.

There are so many exciting things happening this year – new ideas and programs being initiated – that we can’t wait to start the school year. I’m looking forward to working with our team to challenge and support our students to reach new levels of excellence.”

Robin Page

Early Childhood Division Head

“I am looking forward to seeing our Early Childhood children’s faces when they step into the new Dillard Center for the first time.

Now that we’re all in one building, we’re looking at programming in a whole new way.

Together, our students will experience exciting activities like the Rain Forest, Dr. Suess’ Birthday, The Metamorphosis of a Butterfly, All Saints’ Homecoming Festivities, everything, under one glorious roof. Our opportunities are endless thanks to the generosity of the Dillard family and so many other incredible donors.”

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Alumni

by: Caroline Stephens ‘01 and Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04, Alumni Relations top: Clay Shoot 2013 Bailey McGuire ‘03, Watt Stephens ‘03, Riggs Brown ‘03 and Scott McDonald ‘03 bottom left: Jackie Harris, Ford Edwards ‘07, Jenny Edwards ‘13 bottom right: Rebecca and Reese Hillard

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have alumni news? email BrittanyBradshaw@aseschool.org

Alumni Clay Shoot

On Tuesday, March 26, the Alumni Association hosted their First Annual Clay Shoot, which was held at the Walsh Ranch.

Thanks to the generosity of Catherine and Holland Walsh ’91, participants enjoyed a well-organized Clay Shoot complete with appetizers and cold beverages. For an inaugural event, the turnout was great, and everyone is excited to make the Second Annual Clay Shoot even more spectacular. Mark your calendars for Thursday, March 27, at the Walsh Ranch.

Anyone over the age of 21 is welcome!

2013 All Saints’ Open

The Alumni Association hosted the 11th Annual All Saints’ Open on our own tennis courts on April 13. Taco Heads and the Hamburger Man served delicious food while Enchanted Rock and Total Wine donated the adult beverages. The day began with Women’s Doubles, followed

by Mixed Doubles and Men’s Doubles.

Great tennis was enjoyed, and a record number of alumni participated in the tournament. Thank you in large part to Frost Bank for being our Event Sponsor for the second year in a row. We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to continued success!

Alumni News

Summer/Fall 2013 1995

Brooke Ulrickson Allen, an attorney with Brown, Dean, Wiseman, Proctor, Hart & Howell L.L.P., received the President’s Award from the Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) on Friday, June 15, 2012, at the TYLA Annual Meeting. The President’s Award is given at the discretion of the TYLA’s President based on outstanding service to the TYLA by its directors, committee chairs, committee members, or other individuals who play a vital role in furthering the objectives of the Association.

Brooke was recognized by the TYLA President, Natalie Cobb Koehler, for her outstanding work in coordinating and launching The Unconcious Truth: the Legal and Physical Effect of Underage Binge Drinking, a multi-media project created to educate students and parents on the signs of alcohol poisoning and the legal and physical consequences associated with binge drinking. Brooke and her husband welcomed into the world Cameron Elizabeth, born February 9, 2013.

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Deborah Ann Iker and Todd Michael Richey were united in marriage on Saturday, June 2, 2012, at the Church of the Holy Apostles in Fort Worth. The father of the bride, Jack Iker, officiated. A reception followed at the Ridglea Country Club.

Following their honeymoon in Nassau, the couple resides in Benbrook.

Courtney Pease Madewell graduated from Veterinary School at the University of Tennessee and is a licensed Veterinarian. She began her first job at Ragland and Riley Veterinary Hospital in Livingston, TN, working with small animals (dogs and cats) and exotics. Her son, Jackson, is six years old and

in the first grade. Her husband, Jason, is in the Tennessee National Guard full time and working towards a career as a pilot.

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Lindsay Bond and R. Jay Griffin were united in marriage on the beautiful Grace Bay Beach in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, on Saturday, July 21, 2011. Guests enjoyed a reception on the beach following the ceremony. Serving as Matron of Honor was the bride’s sister, former student, Lauren Bond Morgan and Maid of Honor was Lauren Deen ’99.

Bridesmaids included Erin Byrne Barnes ’98, Anne Chernick ’99 and former student, Mary Langston.

Also in attendance were Paul Stouffer ’99, Alec Jhangiani ’99, Josh Davis ’99, Sarah Wooldridge ’99, and April Hahnfeld Gwin ’02.

Sean Byrne and Haley Florsheim, were united in marriage on March 24, 2012, at Congregation BethEl in Fort Worth. A reception followed at The Fort Worth Club. The bride graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She currently works as a registered nurse at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas.

The groom graduated from Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. He is employed at Sewell Lexus of Dallas. Bridesmaids included Erin Byrne Barnes ’98, sister of the groom, and the house party included Brynn Byrne ’04, Caitlin Byrne Milligan ’03, also sisters of the groom, and Margaret Dearden ‘02. The best man was Ryan McIntosh ’99 and groomsmen included Nicklaus Klaus ’99 and Joshua Davis ’99. Ushers included Alec Jhangiani ’99 and Paul Stouffer ’99. The couple resides in Dallas.

Alec Jhangiani became Director of the Lone Star Film Society in 2011 and led the organization in presenting its 6th annual film festival, which set records in attendance, media coverage and films submitted. He continues to work on film projects and produced the short films “Knife” and “Sherman and Pacifico.” Alec is currently an Associate Producer for the feature film “Americano,” which is scheduled to shoot this fall.

Erin Elizabeth Scheideman and Christopher Shawn Eastman were united in marriage March 17, 2012, at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The reception followed at The Fort Worth Club. Hannah Claire Scheideman ‘07, sister of the bride, served as the maid of honor. Honor attendants included Paige Prater Casey

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’99 and Anne Russell Thompson ’99. Erin graduated Cum Laude from Vanderbilt University where she received a BA in Molecular and Cellular biology and a BA in Spanish. Erin then received her MD from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, and completed a Pediatric Residency at UT Southwestern. She will continue her work as a General Pediatrician on faculty of UT Southwestern and Children’s Medical Center. The bridegroom graduated from Colorado University with a BA in Business Administration and then earned an MBA from Darden School of Business at University of Virginia. Chris is a senior operations manager at Capital One Auto Finance. They honeymooned in South America and currently reside in Dallas.

Paul Stouffer received his MBA from Harvard Business School in May of 2012. He and his wife, Kate, live in Houston where Paul is working in the corporate development group for Cameron Corporation, an oil and gas equipment manufacturer.

Paul and Kate welcomed into the world John “Jack” Anderson on October 30, 2012.

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Tiffany Sanders is currently the Assistant Director of Personal Training at L.A. Fitness and resides in Dallas.

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Katherine Ellis Ambrose married Whitley Casey Wolman on Saturday, October 22, 2011, at Christ Chapel Bible Church.

Following the ceremony, the reception was held at The Omni Hotel. Matron of Honor was Elizabeth Ambrose Poe ’98, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids included Mary Benton Dyess Caughman ’01 and Sarah Goff Klaus ’01. Honor attendants included Robbie Jane Paup ’03 and Caroline Stephens ’01. Drew Ambrose ’05 and J.D. Ambrose ’04, brothers of the bride, were ushers. Katherine graduated from A&M University where she received a degree in Business Marketing.

Whit is a graduate of Texas A&M University where he received a degree in Industrial Distribution. He received his MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and previously worked in the U.S. Senate and the U.S. State Department in Washington, D.C. Katherine and Whit recently moved to Fort Worth and purchased their first home in the Arlington Heights neighborhood. Katherine is working for a healthcare non-profit, and Whit works for a small private equity group. They love being in Fort Worth and reconnecting with All Saints’ classmates.

Meredith Kalas Armstrong and husband, Tyler, welcomed into the world twins Addison “Addie”

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Lane and Samuel “Sam” Powell on June 2, 2012.

The family resides in Fort Worth.

in Dallas.

Skylar Sutton Champion and husband, Austin, proudly announced the arrival of their first child, Katherine Grace Champion, born on February 15, 2012. Katherine Grace weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce and was 19 inches long. The family resides

Sidni Cordell married Jay M. Winetroub, on April 21, 2012, at Escondido Golf and Lake Club, in Horseshoe Bay. Matron of Honor was Logan Tankersly Imes ’01 whose daughter, Sadie, was the Flower Girl. Blair Uberman ’02, cousin of the bride, served as a bridesmaid. Brother of the bride, Hunter Cordell ’05 served as a groomsman. Sidni and Jay attended the University of Texas and live in Austin.

Cliff Truett Ellis married Nicole Bolls on Saturday, May 19, 2012, in the sanctuary of Arborlawn United Methodist Church. A reception followed at Colonial Country Club. Best man was former student Brett Garrett and groomsmen included Greg Lacy ’01, Steven Stancukas ’01 and Andrew Nelson ’01. The bride is a 2007 graduate of Texas Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations. She works as a graphic designer with Contemporary Communications, Inc., in Granbury. The groom is a 2005 graduate of Texas Christian University where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance. He works as a financial representative with Fidelity Investments in Westlake.

Matt Long and wife Christina have a two year old girl, Landyn, and they reside in Fort Worth.

Matt spent six years working for Andres Construction Services, based in Dallas and recently took a position with Innovative Developers Inc., working as their Director of Development and Construction Services in Downtown Fort Worth. After a brief stay at IDI, he decided to return to Andres Construction in an effort to help establish a Fort Worth office. Andres has built many projects in Fort Worth including The Stayton at Museum Way, The Lofts at So7, Monterra by Hillwood and First Command Financial, to name a few.

Margo Tennison joined the Child Study Center Foundation as Marketing and Communications Manager. In her new position, she focuses on

business development, specializing in raising awareness for CSC within Tarrant County. She most recently worked for Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in Dallas, where she managed the Major Gifts program in Texas. Margo began her career in Washington, D.C., where she worked for a lobbying firm on Capitol Hill followed by four years with a political consulting firm specializing in fundraising, special events and served as candidates’ primary liaison with the D.C. area business and government affairs community. Margo is engaged to Curtis Bush, a New Orleans, Louisiana, native, and they plan to marry in March of 2014 in New Orleans.

Meredith Jones Yount, husband Chris, and big brother Jack welcomed Luke Thomas into the world on July 6, 2012.

The Yount family is enjoying the newest addition to their family.

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Kelley Berkovsky Burt and husband, Derek, moved from Missouri back to Fort Worth where they welcomed Patricia Georgene “Georgie” Burt, on October 19, 2011.

Caroline Dyess Crawford, husband, Will, and big brother, Liam, welcomed to the world baby sister, Eloise Walker, on July 2, 2012.

Lauren Christine Cutter and Justin Lee Harris were united in marriage on September 29, 2012.

Serving as matron of honor was Morgan Dezendorf Jansing ‘02. Lauren and Justin live in Weatherford.

2003

Riggs Brown is Sales & Client Services Manager for Jet Linx Aviation and opened a new location for the company at Meacham Airport located in Fort Worth.

His wife and former student, Kelley Davis Brown, is currently working for Texhoma Land Consultants.

Caitlin Eileen Byrne and Zachary Joe Milligan were united in marriage on April 6, 2013, at Holy Family Church in Fort Worth. A reception followed at the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame.

Maid of honor was Brynn Byrne ’04, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids included Kelley Davis Brown, Leslie Jones Stewart ‘03, Emilie Peloubet Watson ‘03 and Monique Williams Wooten ‘03. The bride is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where she received dual degrees in Journalism and Religious Studies and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa;

and Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, where she received a master’s degree in International Peace Studies. She is employed as a site coordinator for Reading Partners at McShan Elementary School in Dallas. The groom is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where he received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. He is employed as an RN in the trauma ICU at Parkland Memorial Hospital. After a honeymoon in Italy, the couple now resides in Dallas.

Joseph Cervantez has been working as a Sales Executive for FedEx Services since April 2010.

He and his wife, Becky, who is a P.E. teacher at All Saints Catholic School, welcomed Giuliana Rose on April 20, 2012.

Jordan Leigh Harwell and Jonathan Christopher Hawkins were married at Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Fort Worth, on May 25, 2013. The maid of honor was Ashley McIntosh ‘03.

Bridesmaids included Kelley Davis Brown, Morgan McFaul Jackson ‘03, Leslie Anne Stewart ‘03 and Brooke Roark Benton ‘03. The house party included Emilie Peloubet Watson ‘03 and Caitlin Byrne Milligan ‘03. Groomsmen included brother of the bride, Jared Brandon Harwell ’01. Jordan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Southern Methodist University, and went on to graduate with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Texas Southwestern School of Health Professions, completing a residency in Orthopedic Physical Therapy designating her as an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. She is employed as Director of Outpatient Physical Therapy at Methodist Hospital for Surgery. The groom graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Letters and received a J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law. He is employed as Associate General Counsel for Double Diamond Resorts. After honeymooning in Jamaica, the couple now resides in Dallas.

William Reed Rogers was married to Anna Elizabeth Roberts on June 22, 2013, in Graham.

The bride attended Graham High School and is a graduate of Texas Tech University where she received a Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Science degree in Accounting. She is employed at Hartman, Leito & Bolt, LLP, in Fort Worth. The groom is a graduate of University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Business degree in Finance and is employed at Southwest Bank in Fort Worth.

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2004

Lauren Hicks Scott and Matthew Thomas Scott welcomed a son, Matthew Tripton “Tripp” Scott, on October 3, 2012.

Slade Upham is engaged to be married to Sadie Duncan. The two plan to marry in December of this year and will reside in Mineral Wells.

Rachel Peters, a freelance writer, currently writes travel pieces that are featured in the Dallas Morning News. As the Lifestyle & Fashion Editor for 360 West Magazine, she attends New York Fashion Week every year. Rachel began her career in journalism shortly after graduating from TCU in 2008.

2005

Jennifer Sanders graduated with her Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Tarleton University in May of 2012.

2006

Elizabeth Brumbaugh married Todd Quirk on October 27, 2012, at Rough Creek Lodge in Glen Rose. Her house party included Cara Hughens Lemaster ‘06. The bride is a cum laude graduate of Texas A&M University where she received her undergraduate and Master’s degree in Business Finance in 2011.

She was a member of Chi Omega sorority where she served as Chapter President. The groom attended Louisiana State University and is employed with Plantation Management in Denham Spring, Louisiana. Following a honeymoon in Bora Bora, the couple now resides in Louisiana.

Katherine Marie Coerver and Connor Reed Davis were united in marriage December 1, 2012, at Robert Carr Chapel at Texas Christian University.

Bridesmaids included Christina Carter ’08 and Caitlin Cribbs ’06. The bride is a 2010 graduate of Baylor University where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations. The groom is a 2009 graduate of Baylor University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing. He is employed as an associate landman with an oil and gas company in Green, Ohio. After a honeymoon in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic, the couple now resides in Canton, Ohio.

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Scott Courtney graduated from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in May 2013. He was chosen as a member of the prestigious Order of Barristers. Scott is a litigation attorney with Bracewell and Giuliani Law Firm in Dallas.

Charlotte Stouffer worked as the Admission Assistant at All Saints’ Episcopal School and spent the last year serving as an Assistant Teacher in the Bridge Kindergarten class in the All Saints’ Early Childhood Program. She recently made the decision to move to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where she will continue to teach.

Cara Nicole Hughens and Tanner Anthony Lemaster were united in marriage on February 9, 2013, at Travis Avenue Baptist Church of Fort Worth. Matron of honor was Erin Melissa Neely ’02, sister of the bride. The house party included Caitlin Derdeyn ‘06, Maggie Pinkerton ‘06, Charlotte Stouffer ‘06, Hollis Kent ‘06 and Elizabeth Brumbaugh Quirk ‘06.

Groomsmen included Michael Hughens ’07, brother of the bride. The bride attended Baylor University where she was a member of Tri Delta sorority and received a BA degree in Speech Communication.

She is employed with All Saints’ Episcopal School as Assistant Director of Admission. The groom attended Southwest Christian School and Oklahoma State University where he received a BBA degree in Finance. He is employed by HD Vest Investments in Las Colinas as a wealth management consultant.

Following a honeymoon in Belize, the couple now resides in Fort Worth.

2007

Keely Kostohryz joined Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty as a realtor, working under Jamie Adams & Associates, in the Ranger’s Ballpark in Arlington. Keely graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations and a minor in Business. She is currently living in Fort Worth and is excited about helping her neighbors find their dream home!

Hannah Claire Scheideman and Benjamin Sanders Witten were united in marriage on November 3, 2012, at Christ Chapel Bible Church.

Erin Scheideman Eastman ’99, sister of the bride, served as the matron of honor. Bridesmaids included Kristin Elise Hines ’00 and Madison Elizabeth Shoppa ‘07. Groomsmen included former student Blaine Scheideman, brother of the bride.

Hannah graduated from Texas Christian University with a degree in Communication Studies from the Schieffer School of Journalism. Hannah is the

owner/operator of Wag, a dog boutique in Fort Worth. Ben graduated from First Baptist Academy in Dallas and graduated from Texas Christian University with a degree in Entrepreneurial Management from the M.J. Neeley School of Business.

Ben is a commercial real estate broker with Transwestern retail services. The couple resides in Fort Worth.

2009

Caitlyn Grudzinski worked as an editorial intern this past summer at The Street, in the Business Intelligence department, which is run by Jim Cramer.

At Wesleyan University, she majored in Economics and Mathematics and was a member of Omicron Delta Epsilon, the International Economic Honor Society.

She has won multiple awards for her work in Economics at Wesleyan. She also pitches for Wesleyan’s varsity softball team and is an NFCA All-American Scholar Athlete.

Caroline Gruensfelder recently graduated from Loyola Marymount University magna cum laude. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Fine Arts. She was also involved in the Delta Gamma sorority. Caroline currently resides in Los Angeles, California where she is seeking a career in Fashion Public Relations. She found an internship at RS PR Firm and with Stylist, Taylor Jacobson and found employment with clothing designer Citizens of Humanity.

2011

George Young is currently attending Texas Christian University, where he serves as an Equipment Manager for their football team, alongside Clinton Foster ’09. They are in charge of setting up for all practices and maintaining the players’ and coaches’ equipment.

Alumni Focus

Kiah Thorn ’08 What is your education background/degree?

I was valedictorian of the All Saints’ Class of 2008. I received my BA in International Relations (Minor: Modern Languages [Spanish and Italian]) from Stanford University in 2012 and am now working on my MA in Latin American Studies with a concentration in public health at the same institution (expected June 2014).

What person/event/thing led you to where you are today?

Of course, there’s no one person or event that I can say led me to my current situation in life. I give thanks to God first and foremost. He is the true architect of my life. I’m just making educated guesses and going along with what happens. My parents were my first and most important teachers (they also served as cheering squad, chauffeur, talent agent, nurse, personal bank and a number of other equally important roles for which I am grateful). I also have to credit them with never squashing my dreams and keeping the majority of their natural over-protective instincts to themselves while I run all over the world trying to figure myself out.

How did All Saints’ prepare you for school/life?

When I think of my best memories from my time at All Saints’, they are dominated by interactions with the faculty. I have never met a collection of more hilarious, intelligent, eclectic and caring individuals. I felt welcomed from Day One starting in Mrs. Lawrenz’s (then Ms. Henry’s) English class. I have told various staff members (shout out to Dr. Pointer) that the All Saints’ Upper School staff could have their own reality television show, The Real Lives of All Saints’ Upper School Teachers or something along that vein. Any group of people that includes individuals who can turn an 8:15 AP Calculus class into stand-up comedy is to be applauded. (In defense of Mr. Nowlin, we also learned derivatives.) The stellar faculty is hands-down the best aspect of the School. I have memories with just about each and every member, too many to name here, but I hope they know I appreciate their hard work and dedication!

I do need to make mention of one particularly influential experience I had through All Saints’ and that was the opportunity I had to go abroad with my Latin class to Italy and Greece during the summer after my sophomore year. We spent only about 10 days in Europe, but it changed my life and set me on my path to study international relations in college. Ironically, I was kind of disappointed that the trip for that year was to Italy and not Spain. After all, I didn’t speak a lick of Italian and didn’t really know much about the culture or country. But I decided that a trip to Europe was a trip to Europe, and I’m so glad I did! To this day, my heart belongs to Italy and Italian culture.

I went back to study abroad during college (this time I could hold a decent conversation) and then returned again for various visits. I intend to eventually settle there for some time. Most importantly, my wanderlust and passion for foreign cultures was stirred and hasn’t ceased since.

What are your post graduation plans?

I was awarded a Fulbright Teaching Assistantship to Spain for 2012-2013 and have been living in Madrid for nearly a year. I’ve been placed at a great international university with campuses both here and in Segovia and couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend my first year out of college. I will be returning to Stanford University in Fall 2013 to complete my Master’s degree in Latin American Studies. Long term, I hope to pursue a career related to maternal and child health likely with an emphasis on nutrition and the developing world.

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Alumni Cowboy Boots All Saints’ and M.L. Leddy’s have partnered together to kick-start the school year with an upgraded All Saints’ Cowboy Boot.

Beautifully and originally designed by Anna Harris ‘00, former Alumni Board member, these boots will show off your School pride. The best part is that a portion of the net proceeds will benefit the Alumni Association. We cannot wait to unveil the new cowboy boots this fall - stay tuned for details on how to place an order.

top: Melissa and Matt McLaughlin, Allen and Janet Hodges and Mike Berry middle: Melinda Teitelbaum, Sarah Gentry and Linda Young bottom: Jennifer Hughens, Cynthia Derdeyn and Lauren Harwell

Forever Saints

Our Parents of Alumni group has adopted the name “Forever Saints.” This group has experienced great success as they gather for their two annual events – one in the fall and one in the spring. This past year, our Forever Saints gathered for the 3rd Annual Mix, Mingle and Jingle held at River Crest Country Club. In the spring, Laura and Chris Shoppa graciously opened their beautiful home for a Champagne Tasting. Mark your calendar for the 4th Annual Mix, Mingle and Jingle on Tuesday, December 3.

Calling all parents of alumni and grandparents of alumni to be Forever Saints!

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Quick Facts About All Saints'

All Saints’ Episcopal School is a leading college preparatory co-ed day school in Fort Worth, Texas. Grounded in the Episcopal school tradition, All Saints’ offers programming of national distinction in the academic, fine art, athletic and spiritual disciplines, which brings to life our philosophy of promoting each student’s individual genius within.

Mission

All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth promotes academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment and upholds the Anglican tradition of worship.

Outcome Statement

A graduate of All Saints’ Episcopal School will exercise genius within through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world, and by serving others.

Accreditation

Head of School Dr. Thaddeus B. Bird

Divisions Heads

Upper School (Grades 9-12) and Assistant Head of School – Fr. David Madison ‘92 Middle School (Grades 7-8) – Mike Gonzalez Lower School (K-Grade 6) – Debra Koppelberger Early Childhood (3-Year-Olds–Bridge K) – Robin Page

Location

147-acre gated campus in west Fort Worth Tarrant County 9700 Saints Circle Fort Worth, Texas 76108 817.560.5700 www.ASESFTW.org

All Saints’ is the only private school in Tarrant County that is dual-accredited by nationally recognized accreditation agencies - Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES) and the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

Founded: 1951 Student Enrollment: 950 Faculty/Student Ratio: 1:10 (average) Tuition: $4,000 - $18,870

Know a family who should get to know All Saints'?

Encourage them to email Admission@aseschool.org or call 817.560.5746

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Tolling of the Bell Bell Tollings Since August 2011

Billy Roger Field William Paul Burch Scott Walker John Milton Northrop Margaret Ann Fuller Monica Haskins Senorita Greene Walden Jackye Anderson Plummer Candice Schriver Casey Nancy Bird Scott McDonald Isidore Bauer Kenneth M. Cox David Michael Oberzan William Darwin “Bill” Dollar, Sr. Helen Shuga Fr. C. Preston Wiles German Moreno Mary Lindell Gardner Simmons Leonard F. Roberts Gabor Alexander Sztamenits

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Helen Lina Robert E. Frankenfield John Strickland Vaughan Susan Pate Maxine Hargrove Scott Pitre Adolph Frederick Kauffman III C. Jack Bean Jo Blackwell Maurine Lay Gilbert Cantu Mary Elizabeth Landers Ann G. Daniel Mary Jane Johnson Bill Rombeau Virginia P. Hunter Eleanor Sherwood Betty J. Brooks Richard Andrew Steed Scott Forrester Courtney Loretta Hamilton Janice Luig Emma Marie Arnold Ferguson

Chris Lane Mary Garcia Warren V. Wandel Sylvia Sue Hilliard Boyce W. Cowan Tommy Lantrip Linnie Weeden Eric Folke Hyden James T. Blanton Charles M. Enterline James Douglas Phillips Joseph Edwin Matthews Nancy Higgins Doris Adams Robert Gene Martin Greg Price Shan Eric Oswalt Paula Stwart Ryan Kilpatrick Bernice Titts Wanda Dial Regis Rhea Eddie Ryan Ronnie Knight

Dr. Sharon Basden Rick Carter Paula Caradine Freeman A. Bridge Earl “Bud” Hawkins Stoney Reese Stubbs Alvia Gilmore Bledsoe Alvin Tronstad Ryman K. Wodren Doris Staffel Floyd William Grona Catherine & Ed Luig David Ford Aurelia Salinsa Betty Coleman Mary Jo Scheideman Sherry Birger Susan Conley Thomson William L. Purifoy Oliver Albritton Ray Whisenant Rev. Wesley Kuhn Lady Linda Nom Noi & Nom

The Ewin Bell Tower has tolled in memory of the following lost loved ones from the August 2011 publish date of Saints Today. The memorial tolling takes place each Friday at 3:30 p.m. during the school year. Bell Tollings are coordinated through the Advancement and Clergy Offices.

Mary McCallum Wiles James Tolbert, Jr. Frances C. Gonzalez Dean Renfro Nilly Joe Campbell Gail Campbell Barham Betty Jones Richardson Darragh C. Stripling Bonnie Ward Joanne Boyle Nancy Lorimer Eunice Rutledge Bradford G. Corbett, Sr. Joan Ryan Ruth Carter Stevenson Arlene Kelly Frakes Lounette Carter Kenneth Charles Kubik Sandra Jean Wilson Gloria Wynne Lankford Robert McAuliffe Lavada Beauchamp Dorris John Golden Bradley Charles “Chuck” Doyle

Joseph Cocker Clyde Magnuson Jack Barstow Raymond Phillip Peloubet, Jr. Dorothy Phelps Nancy Lee Muse Bass Halsell Sam Davis, Jr Brian Boyd Edward L. Backer, Jr Wilma Back Marlow Strode Rodriguez Freeman L. Orman Jack Butera Sue Craig Jackson Shields Wilson Onah Astin Barwise Penn Christine Caruthers Dolores Yates Ferne Imle Chris Sperlock Gwendolyn Tandy Upchurch

“Dr. B had more to do with my achievements than any person other than my parents. I can type one hundred and twenty words per minute because she really worked us hard in her typing classes. In addition, she was my faculty advisor throughout my various Student Council positions, and she taught me how a leader should act. A faculty member like Dr. B is truly irreplaceable.”

by: Susan Doyle, Director of Advancement left: Dr. Sharon Basden Frankenfield right: Chapel service and balloon release in remembrance of Dr. B

William Knight ‘04, Student Body President Dr. Sharon Basden Frankenfield, or “Dr. B” as she was affectionately known, wore many hats over her twenty-three-year career at All Saints’ Episcopal School.

Originally hired to teach computer skills when most high schools had yet to develop technology programs, she founded a strong computer literacy program. She also exercised her significant talents by working to establish a Speech class based on the premise that she felt it “…important that our students develop poise and the ability to speak in public.” Soon after her arrival she energetically served as faculty sponsor to Student Council.

Dr. B was a woman of action with a huge heart, and she would count cultivating servant leadership as one of her greatest accomplishments. She believed in living

out the mission of expecting more from those to whom much has been given and she was groundbreaking in instilling this profound obligation with our community.

Sharon worked tirelessly to create our Community Service program, and she took quiet pride in the fact that All Saints’ was the first local independent school to establish a Community Service requirement for graduation, which spread to all grade levels, PK-12, participating in service learning. In 2004, All Saints’ Episcopal School was honored with the Ken Bastien Award for Outstanding Community Service, presented by the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES). In its citation, the SAES Executive Committee noted, “It is obvious to us that Community Service is part of the School’s DNA.” And it is important to know that Dr. B will always be a part of ours.

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