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Honoring the Past
Celebrating the Future
Donors make the difference
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A Message from the Head of School: Dear Sanford Friends, Sharing the Sanford story—whether in writing or in person—is a joyous experience for me. It is in this spirit that I share the good news of Sanford’s 2018–19 school year.
HEAD OF SCHOOL Mark J. Anderson 2019–2020 SANFORD SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ted H. Dwyer III President Lisa Lloyd-Washington Vice President Kathryn Nachbar Secretary Susan Keiser Treasurer Desmond Baker Helen Duzy Chai Gadde Christopher Grundner Andy Jefferson Holly Kalish Diane Kedash William Lafferty James McKeon Kenny Mitchell ’93 Barton Reese Katherine Rosenthal Jason Russell Scott Sherr ’87 AA Stanley Sykora Kathy Zabel EX-OFFICIO Mark Anderson Head of School Laura Giardina Home & School Association President TRUSTEES EMERITI Thomas Allingham II John Corrozi Sr. L. Sandra Hammonds Sharon Struthers SPECIAL COUNSEL TO THE BOARD Thomas Allingham II STAFF Editor Cheryl Fleming Associate Editor Christine Yasik Associate Head of School for Advancement Jaime Morgan Director of Development Janice S. Payne Development Associate Laura Gaylor Photography Carlos Alejandro Barksdale Photography Patrick Martin Kevin McDermott Ted Rosenthal/Izmaddy Studios Sanford Community Members Design Kedash Design h Sanford School, Communications Office 6900 Lancaster Pike, Hockessin, DE 19707 302.235.6500 communications@sanfordschool.org www.sanfordschool.org On the cover: Former Sanford Head of Middle School Eph Humphreys welcomes one of hundreds of guests who attended a field dedication ceremony in his honor.
Thanks to record-breaking fundraising success, with $1.7 million raised, the school prospered and grew in many exciting ways. While setting a record is impressive, what’s more important is that the dollars raised supported our efforts to provide an outstanding Sanford experience for our students. In the classroom, art studio, on stage, and in the athletic arena—Sanford’s success continues to live on through our student body. I encourage you to read our board president’s message on page 20 and the Annual Report of Giving that follows to get more detailed information about our financial success. Here are a few 2018–2019 highlights that are featured in the annual report and throughout the magazine. • The Annual Fund reached $581,350, which is the highest total raised in Sanford’s history. Parents, faculty and staff, alumni, alumni parents, trustees, and students pulled together to support Sanford’s exceptional programs. Annual Fund success continues to be our number-one fundraising priority. • Donors stepped forward to create a new varsity field for our soccer and boys’ lacrosse programs. Sanford now boasts two premier Bermuda grass playing surfaces. • Sanford’s Middle School received an interior facelift, which included LED replacements for every light fixture, new paint, renovated bathrooms, and more. We are continuing these exciting improvements this fall with exterior renovations. All of these Middle School projects were made possible through the generosity of donors. • Sanford’s 2019 Home & School auction was another smashing success. Our parent leaders presented the school with a check for more than $119,000, which allowed us to buy furniture for the Upper School Commons, all new furniture and fixtures in the Middle School Library, and items for our preschool/primary playground. The vitally important summer study grant program that supports our teacher-led professional development experiences is also funded through our auction gift. (Please mark your calendar for Friday, April 17th, for our 2020 auction.) • Sanford received a very generous bequest from a loyal alumna. These funds will add to the school’s endowment and support special projects on campus. If you’re interested in learning more about supporting Sanford’s endowment through your will and estate planning, please contact Director of Development Janice Payne to become a member of Sanford’s Evergreen Society. For nearly 90 years, Sanford has been a school of warmth and acceptance and a place where personal challenge meets a supportive network of guiding hands. Our school changes students’ lives, and Sanford is more than a school for students—it’s their home. This stellar school community is made possible by the generosity of donors. That was true 90 years ago, and it remains true today. In Sanford’s future, we will continue to need people who love the school to give generously so that we can continue to become bolder, brighter, and stronger with each passing year. On behalf of all of the faculty and staff at Sanford, I humbly thank you for your continued support of our school. Warmly,
Mark J. Anderson
Contents End of Year Celebrations ......................................2 Connecting with Our Community ........................8 Sanford Repertory Theatre Company ............. 18 Annual Report of Giving...................................... 19 Social Media Highlights......................................40 Spotlight on Athletics .........................................44 Alumni Notes ........................................................50
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Honoring the Past
Celebrating the Future
A s we prepare to celebrate Sanford’s 90th anniversary next year, focus on our 2018 strategic direction
continues. With support from the Sanford community, philanthropic organizations, and friends, we will enhance Sanford’s competitive edge as a leader in cultivating the unique talents of every student to walk our halls. During the past year, Sanford has seen significant growth and transformation. As you read this issue of the magazine, take note of the many accomplishments and changes that have contributed to our success; and join us in congratulating the students, faculty members, families, and donors who have helped us become BOLDER, BRIGHTER, and STRONGER.
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n Friday, June 7th, 56 seniors received their diplomas during Sanford’s 83rd Commencement, which was held in the Class of 1955 Amphitheater. Hundreds of guests attended the event, which featured a keynote address from Upper School faculty member Laurence Birkett; student addresses from Jacob Lafferty and Chi Ian Ip; musical selections by Christopher Keiser, Anne Rosenthal, and Chi Ian Ip, and the Sanford Vocal Ensemble; and the presentation of diplomas and awards by Head of School Mark Anderson, Board of Trustees President Ted H. Dwyer III, and Head of Upper School Abbi Smith.
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Class of 2019—First Row (left to right): Phoebe LaPoint, Grace Johnston, Thomas Bloom, Riley Whipple, Ella Tingle, Andrew Cedillo, Olivia Brinn, Lilliana Goldberg, Hannah Bescript, Ryan Russell, Nithya Gadde, Anne Rosenthal. Second Row (left to right): Andrew Zabel, Jonathan Bracho, Michael Annan, Jack Leo, Hanlin Wang, Brett Kuplinski, Henry Nolte, Olivia Carswell, Courtney Colantonio, Chi Ian Ip, Lauren Park. Third Row (left to right): Shuman Zhang, Sinu Un, BeiBei Qin, Gabriela Hunt, Ian Civiletti, Rohan Razdan, John Pelesko, Katherine Bruxelles, Hannah LaPoint, Zachary Stevenson, Chloe DiCamillo, Hongyi Lin. Fourth Row (left to right): Patricia Donahue, Rishi Sreekanth, William Zimmer, Ava Pierson, Taryn-Marie Jenkins, Curtis Gardner, Olivia Tucker, Samantha Pollich, Skylar Flynn, Christopher Keiser, Alexander Burger. Fifth Row (left to right): Nathan LaMonte, Trent Wall, Joseph Holahan, Jacob Lafferty, Aaron Lafferty, Peter Schwarzkopf, Evan Miller, Owen Goodier, James Steinberger, Ryan McKeon.
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Their journeys continue
Commencement Awards ALUMNI AWARD: Presented to the student whose participation in
extra-curricular activities has been most dedicated. William Zimmer KENNETH D. JONES MEMORIAL AWARD & NANCY C. SAWIN FINAL AWARD: Given to seniors who have shown outstanding qualities
of leadership, loyalty, and good citizenship, and who in their daily lives are always gracious in manner and considerate of others. Rishi Sreekanth & Patricia Donahue SCHOLASTIC AWARD: Given in honor of the Class of 1939 to an outstanding student who has excelled academically each year in Upper School while pursuing a challenging and well-rounded program of study. Rishi Sreekanth THOMAS MCCARTHY AWARD FOR CITIZENSHIP: Presented in the
memory of Thomas McCarthy, Class of 1940, and awarded to the student who has always been a responsible and contributing citizen in every aspect of campus life. Ian Civiletti HEADMASTER’S AWARD: Presented on an occasional basis, as deemed
appropriate by the faculty and the Head of School, to honor a member of the graduating class whose achievement or presence has been so exemplary that special recognition is in order: Chi Ian Ip & Christopher Keiser
Left: Following Commencement, these new alumni gathered in front of historic Quigley Hall. Below: Christopher Keiser and Chi Ian Ip perform “Home” by Gabrielle Aplin.
During his remarks, lifer Jacob Lafferty said that the faculty is “the true core of the Sanford experience.”
Members of the Class of 2019 began new chapters this fall. We wish them continued success as they follow their paths to excellence. Michael Annan: Villanova University Hannah Bescript: University of Delaware Thomas Bloom: University of Delaware Jonathan Bracho: Pennsylvania State University – Brandywine Olivia Brinn: University of Delaware Katherine Bruxelles: Pennsylvania State University Alexander Burger: Arcadia University Olivia Carswell: University of Delaware Andrew Cedillo: University of Delaware Ian Civiletti: Columbia University Courtney Colantonio: Neumann University Chloe DiCamillo: University of Miami Patricia Donahue: University of Tennessee – Knoxville Skylar Flynn: Pennsylvania State University Nithya Gadde: University of the Sciences in Philadelphia Curtis Gardner: Washington College Lilliana Goldberg: University of Delaware Owen Goodier: Miami University – Oxford Joseph Holahan: St. John’s University Gabriela Hunt: Columbia University Chi Ian Ip: University of Chicago Taryn-Marie Jenkins: Hampton University Grace Johnston: Elon University Christopher Keiser: Wake Forest University Brett Kuplinski: University of Delaware Aaron Lafferty: Wesleyan University Jacob Lafferty: Wesleyan University Nathan LaMonte: Ursinus College Hannah LaPoint: Pennsylvania State University Phoebe LaPoint: Elon University Jack Leo: James Madison University Hongyi Lin: Pennsylvania State University – Abington Ryan McKeon: Gettysburg College Evan Miller: University of Pittsburgh Henry Nolte: University of Delaware Lauren Park: Seton Hall University John Pelesko: University of Delaware Ava Pierson: Lynn University Samantha Pollich: Pennsylvania State University – Abington BeiBei Qin: Rutgers University – New Brunswick Rohan Razdan: University of Delaware Anne Rosenthal: Smith College Ryan Russell: University of Delaware Peter Schwarzkopf: Rochester Institute of Technology Rishi Sreekanth: Stanford University James Steinberger: Deerfield Academy Zachary Stevenson: Wake Forest University Ella Tingle: University of Delaware Olivia Tucker: St. Bonaventure University Sinu Un: Syracuse University Trent Wall: Misericordia University Hanlin Wang: University of Delaware Riley Whipple: University of Delaware Andrew Zabel: Saint Joseph’s University Shuman Zhang: American University William Zimmer: Union College – New York
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Warriors Forever Members of the Class of 2019 weren’t the only Sanford Warriors on campus during Commencement. We were excited to see some of our graduates sharing a moment with student and alumni family members. Here are a few of those memories. 3
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1. The Stevenson Family (Samantha ’15 and Zachary ’19). 2.The Kuplinski Family (Brett ’19 and Matthew ’16) 3. The Tingle Family (Asher ’17 and Ella ’19). 4. Laffery Siblings (Aaron ’19, Ava ’20, and Jacob ’19). 5. Cedillo Siblings (Thelma ’15, Ruby ’09, and Andrew ’19 with Upper School faculty member Elizabeth Capone). 6. The Carswell Family (Olivia ’19 and Evan ’16). 7. Bloom Siblings (Timothy ’20, Thomas ’19, and Emily ’14). 8. The Donahue Family (Patricia ’19 and Kelly McNutt Donahue ’86). 9. The Rosenthal Family (Matthew ’16 and Anne ’19).
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Class Day 2019 During Sanford’s annual Class Day celebration on Wednesday June 5th, Upper School students were honored for achievements in academics, athletics, arts, and service. The ceremony also featured student addresses from seniors Lauren Park and Ava Pierson; musical selections presented by Katherine Bruxelles, Christopher Keiser, William Zimmer, the Sanford Upper School Concert Choir, and the Sanford Vocal Ensemble; and remarks from Head of School Mark Anderson and Upper School Head Abbi Smith.
The 2018–2019 awards and recipients from the senior class were:
The 2018–2019 underclass awards and recipients were:
CHRYSALIS AWARD Samantha Pollich
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR MATH
DALE SEYMOUR AWARD
Owen Andreason
Hannah Bescript, Gabriela Hunt, William Zimmer
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR PERFORMING ARTS
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR FOR WOMEN
Keeleigh Babcock
Hannah Bescript and Gabriela Hunt
STANLEY C. NOTT CHALLENGE TROPHY Olivia Cross
ATHLETE OF THE YEAR FOR MEN Trent Wall SANFORD W. SAWIN, JR., MEMORIAL AWARD
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR ENGLISH, CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR FRENCH Camille Decker
Thomas Bloom
BROWN UNIVERSITY BOOK AWARD Greg Fleming
FRANK H. SIMMONS MEMORIAL LITERARY AWARD
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR VISUAL ARTS
Christopher Keiser
Maddie Hall
HELEN VERMEYCHUK MEMORIAL AWARD Thomas Bloom SANFORD W. SAWIN, SR. AWARD FOR MATHEMATICS
BAUSCH AND LOMB AWARD, CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR SPANISH Brooke Hollander
Aaron Lafferty
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR SCIENCE
MARCELLE ORSINI AWARD FOR WORLD LANGUAGE
Adam Kerzner
Katherine Bruxelles
A.B. BANGHART INDIVIDUAL AWARD
DAMON BROWN MEMORIAL AWARD FOR SCIENCE
Savannah Shepherd
Rishi Sreekanth W. MICHAEL AKERS MEMORIAL AWARD FOR HISTORY
WILLIAMS COLLEGE BOOK AWARD, RENSSELAER MEDALIST, CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR HISTORY
Ian Civiletti
Eleanor Vander Laan
STEM AWARD Chi Ian Ip
CUM LAUDE SOCIETY AWARD FOR LATIN Jenna Warren
BRUCE O. JONES ART AWARD BeiBei Qin
ART GIFT FOR THE SCHOOL AWARD Jiayi Wu
MAY V. HAYS MEMORIAL PLAQUE
SIGMA DIPLOMA MATHEMATICS AWARD Steven Xia
Christopher Keiser C. EDGAR FRY, JR. MEMORIAL AWARD William Zimmer CLARANCE A. HAYS MEMORIAL PLAQUE Chi Ian Ip
From far left: Math Department Co-chair Chris Mosberg presents the Sanford W. Sawin Sr. Award for Mathematics to Aaron Lafferty; Head of Upper School Abbi Smith welcomes guests to Sanford’s 83rd Class Day ceremony.
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Middle and Lower School Closing Exercises During our annual closing exercises in Middle School and Lower School, eighth-grade and fourth-grade students were honored on the stage of the Class of 1955 Amphitheater in the William L. Aydelott Quadrangle. Hundreds of parents and friends gathered for the celebrations, both of which were held on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.
Kudos to our Middle School speakers, performers, and award recipients. SPEAKERS
Emerson Cuffe Gigi Fotakos Tatiana Maroney MUSICAL PERFORMERS
Lucy Madron Josh Staman Katarina Swann
2019 Middle School award recipients: ART AWARD Skyler Cozine BAND AWARD Jack Lazarski CHORUS AWARD Katarina Swann DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS AWARD Josh Staman ENGLISH AWARD Josh Staman FRENCH AWARD Eva Sawdey HEALTH AWARD Justin Griffith Highlights from Middle School Closing Exercises included former Head of Middle School Eph Humphreys welcoming guests; Science Department Co-chair Jim Barnaby delivering the keynote message; Josh Staman singing “Waving Through a Window;” and Gigi Fotakos presenting her student address titled “Through the Years.”
LATIN AWARD Lucy Madron MATH AWARD Noah Kerzner SCIENCE AWARD Nikolai Lorenson SOCIAL STUDIES AWARD
Eva Sawdey The Class of 2030, led by Performing Arts Instructor Jenn Kelman, entertained guests with a musical performance during Lower School Closing Exercises.
SPANISH AWARD Katarina Swann SERVICE AWARD Lucy Madron GIRLS’ ATHLETE AWARD
Ashley Phouthavongsa BOYS’ ATHLETE AWARD
Sean Forrest CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Nic Karpinski and Sean Forrest EVERGREEN AWARD Gigi Fotakos ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Emerson Cuffe SANFORD AWARD Paidyn Moore
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Connecting with Our Community
Home&School
Making a Difference in Our Community
The Home & School Association’s generosity touches every member of the Sanford community in some way. The list of projects and donations is extensive, and all three divisions benefit in numerous ways because of Home & School’s fundraising efforts. The partnership forged with the school by this dedicated and hardworking group of volunteers is essential to the growth and well-being of the Sanford community. Their efforts are sincerely appreciated!
One of the missions of Sanford’s Home & School Association is to help Sanford parents connect with each other while connecting with the school. Through this sense of service, Home & School strives to make every parent feel welcome. With a calendar full of wide-ranging events and the volunteer opportunities that they present, all Sanford parents from preschool to grade 12 are encouraged to get involved, have fun, and help the school and its students and faculty.
Lower School students build technology skills, proficiency, and knowledge using iPads that were purchased with Home & School Auction proceeds.
Home & School President Laura Giardina (left) explained: “As parents of this community, we have made the choice to send our children to Sanford, and we want to see our own children, as well as the larger school community, prosper and grow. As a Home & School group, we celebrate the successes of all children, not just our own. This generosity of spirit extends to the generosity of the time, talent, and financial support that parents are willing to give to the school. It is satisfying as a parent and as a volunteer to see our donated dollars at work. Teachers have discovered new teaching techniques and curriculum; children are running, climbing and having fun on new playground equipment; and hands-on technology learning is taking place in classrooms as a result of the proceeds from the Home & School Auction. Additionally, we involve students and faculty in community service projects through our sponsorship and support of Caroling in the Quad, the MLK Day of Service, and the Ronald McDonald House. Furthermore, we are pleased to honor our dedicated faculty and staff with an annual Teacher Appreciation Day Luncheon, that also features a community service component. During our 2019 luncheon, the Sanford community made donations of reading material to Read Aloud Delaware, a group dedicated to promoting literacy and providing reading material to every child in the state.”
Above: Caroling in the Quad kicks off the 2018 holiday season. Left: Mary Hirschbiel, executive director of Read Aloud Delaware, speaks to the Sanford community of employees during the end-of-year Teacher Appreciation Luncheon.
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Welcome
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In recent months, we have welcomed several new members to our family of employees. Elise Burke Parcha is an Upper School English instructor. Elise double majored in English and art history at Goucher College and earned her master’s in creative writing at Hollins University. Most recently, she has been teaching English and creative writing at Susquehanna University. Heather Carlisle is our new Lower School administrative assistant. A graduate of Penn State, Heather recently relocated back to the East Coast from Chicago, where she served as an apprentice teacher in kindergarten and fourth-grade classrooms. Heather started in the Lower School on July 1st. Sarah Cushing comes to Sanford from West Chester University, where she majored in history. She is teaching eighth-grade history and English. In addition, Sarah, an accomplished volleyball player and coach, serves as Sanford’s head varsity volleyball coach. Assistant Director of Admission Jacqueline DeLaFuente began her new role in April of this year. Jackie is a graduate of Amherst College and has a master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania. Her most recent position was director of the mid-Atlantic region for Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Sophia Giordano, who recently graduated from Penn State with a Bachelor of Arts in History, is a new member of our Extended Day team. Sophia looks forward to acquiring experience in a school setting and says she loves every minute of her time at Sanford. After completing an internship in Sanford’s Lower School in the spring, Morgan Gregg ’15 joins the Extended Day team as a co-lead teacher for the afterschool Preschool/PreK classroom. Morgan graduated from the University of Delaware in the spring of 2019, with a BS in health behavioral science and a minor in women/gender studies.
Courtney Gregor serves as Sanford’s Middle School counselor and learning services coordinator. She earned her master’s in counseling from the University of Pennsylvania and her bachelor’s degree from Franklin & Marshall. At F&M, Courtney swam for the college squad, and she will coach Sanford’s swim team this winter. Alyssa Hull teaches biology and environmental science. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware, where she studied chemistry and art conservation. Alyssa also earned a master’s degree from Duke University in chemistry. For the past few years she taught science at the collegiate level, at both Duke and UD. At the university level, Alyssa has developed courses for STEM majors and non-STEM students. Stephanie Mark, who served as our assistant varsity girls’ lacrosse coach last spring, is our part-time assistant athletic director. Stephanie earned a master’s degree in athletic leadership and administration at Goucher College and a bachelor’s degree from Johns Hopkins. Before moving home to the East Coast, Stephanie was the head lacrosse coach at Occidental College in Los Angeles. Jenna Newborn teaches second grade, a role she filled for the last three years in Manassas, Virginia. Jenna graduated from the University of Rhode Island, where she also played collegiate softball, with a double major in elementary education and psychology. Jenna worked for many summers at YMCA’s Camp Tockwogh. Skye Rashkind is our new Lower School counselor and learning services coordinator. She holds degrees from Dickinson College, Brown University, and Wilmington University. Skye most recently served as a school counselor at Friends School in Mullica Hill, New Jersey, a PK–8 independent school.
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n June, we bid a fond farewell to three Sanford administrators who collectively contributed 94 years of service to the school. Eph Humphreys, Suzanne Humphreys, and Heidi McGregor lived the Sanford motto No Talent Lies Latent every day. We pay tribute to this trio in pieces written by colleagues with whom they worked closely.
Eph Humphreys: A Sanford Guy By Karen Perkins, Assistant to the Head of Middle School
Eph Humphreys was not much older than the oldest students he taught when he first arrived at Sanford School in the fall of 1981. When Eph received the Founder’s Day award in 2015, Mark Anderson called him a “Sanford guy” and this is the absolute truth. Eph initially wanted to focus his teaching and coaching with the Upper School students, but he quickly realized that it was in the Middle School where he felt most at home. He liked working with the younger students who would “run through a wall for you if they trust and believe in you,” and among those students who were still learning from their mistakes. Jim Barnaby recalls Eph and his “teachable moments” so that students could learn from mistakes. Once a student’s reaction caused a hole in a wall. After appropriate discussion regarding how to handle an upset without ending with a hole in a wall, Eph and the student worked as a team plastering the hole.
Humphreys name is well recognized in the Sanford community. Eph Humphreys spent more than half of his life making Sanford School a better place, and even though he is no longer present on campus physically, his presence will forever be felt.
Suzanne Humphreys: An Advocate for Children & Families By Libbie Zimmer, Head of Lower School
Taking care of a blended family of eight, supporting the social-emotional and academic needs of hundreds, and Eph became the head of middle school in promoting the benefits 1999 and from that date until the spring of of work-life balance for all Sanford professionals were all part of 2019, his door was always open to receive a typical day at Sanford School for Suzanne Humphreys. teachers, students, and parents and to Arriving on Sanford’s campus in 1998, Suzanne was quickly guide them all in their navigation of the identified by former Head of School Chip MacKelcan as a unknown. “Eph did not hesitate to get person who would add value to Sanford’s community as a down and dirty,” commented Bruce Pill. parent, colleague, counselor, and coach. Years later, Suzanne’s If something needed to get done, Eph did value is demonstrated in this quote provided by Michelle it. Eph hung drapes, fixed broken locker Raffo, kindergarten teacher and mother of two Sanford doors, and planned and installed the Gaga students: “Suzanne has not only been an important part of Pit, which has been enjoyed by every single Middle School the Sanford community, she has been such an important part student since. No job was too big or too small for Eph. of my community. As a colleague, she has supported me with Eph, a former goalie for the Penn State lacrosse team, loves the her expertise, knowledge, and as a second set of eyes, ears, and sport of lacrosse and was instrumental in its return to our athletic hands. As a parent, she has provided me with her listening ears offerings in the 1980s. Lacrosse continues to be one of our most and valuable information. As a friend, we have talked, hugged, popular athletic offerings, and our teams continue to strengthen and connected through different life events.” with Eph’s guidance and support of the coaching staff. In independent schools, the “job” is not always clearly defined. Eph and his wife, Suzanne, were married in the Sanford Chapel For each of us, “wearing several hats” is a common idiom used and all six of their combined children are Sanford lifers. The to vaguely describe what is expected. As a counselor, learning
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support coordinator, and administrator, rarely was there job clarity for Suzanne because her job was defined by the daily needs of others—never what might be in her lesson plans or calendar. Assistant Director of Admission and mother of three Sanford students Christine DiUbaldo recalls Suzanne “ably connecting with children, mentoring new teachers, researching the benefits of sleep, and cheering on the Sanford sidelines for any and all sports.” Suzanne was motivated by others’ needs and was driven to serve her school community before herself each day. Upper School Counselor and Learning Services Coordinator Sarah Satinsky shared how Suzanne “cares deeply about ensuring families and students know about the importance of sleep, nutrition, and screen time as they relate to mental health.” Considering the infinite sources of research, ideas, and theories that could potentially slow and cloud professional judgment, Suzanne had a disciplined way of keeping a healthy perspective and sharing only salient, reliable information to improve our practice. Suzanne grounded our team, reminded us to stay true to the fundamentals, and indeed added value to our school community. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work side by side with Suzanne and know her selfless work as a professional advocate for children and families is a gift to any school community.
Heidi McGregor: A Tradition Creator By Jaime Morgan, Associate Head of School for Advancement
Heidi McGregor remembers the day when she first pulled onto Sanford’s campus. She noticed Sanford Hall and thought, “that’s where I want to teach.” As luck would have it, she was hired as a maternity leave sub and the rest, as they say, is history. For 35 years Heidi dedicated her career to Sanford. As a Lower School teacher, Heidi created innovative curriculum with her teaching partners. Longtime colleague and friend Kathy Dabkowski remembers seeing Heidi outside on the playground
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with her kindergarten class. Heidi was dressed in her majorette outfit from her high school days marching around the playground working on phonics skills with her students. Many Sanford traditions had their start with Heidi McGregor: the Lower School post office unit where kindergartners dress as postal workers and deliver mail; the Camp Outs and Teddy Bear tea parties where the youngest applicants get to know Sanford; and, of course, everyone recognizes the sailor hats. After receiving a grant to create a new teaching unit, Heidi made sure each kindergarten student received a sailor hat. This small detail blossomed into a beloved tradition of the kindergarten students wearing their sailor hats to the Convocation ceremony in September as they are escorted by their senior buddies. After spending over 20 years in the classroom, Heidi knew she was ready for a change. Her love of young children and natural connection with parents made her a perfect fit for the admission team. Her classroom experience was invaluable as the liaison to all Lower School prospective families. She understood both the dreams and concerns parents have for their young children and treated every family as though they were her highest priority. Heidi’s love of Sanford came second only to that of her family. Having married her husband, Gordon, shortly before being offered her first teaching job at Sanford, the school has been a big part of the McGregors’ family life. Sons Keegan (’07) and Kyle (’12) were both lifers. As a young mom, Heidi’s own mother, Gladys Lorditch, played a major role in Heidi’s village—attending every grandparents’ day, concert, and graduation. At Heidi’s retirement party in June, Kathy Dabkowski lovingly shared, “The Sanford experience—be yourself, express yourself, challenge yourself—you have done this to the fullest over the 35 years you have spent at Sanford School. Thank you for your dedication, your passion, and the love and loyalty you have always shown to your friends and colleagues. We will miss you.” Heidi shares, “How many people can end a 35-year career with what I have in my heart? I have loved every minute... it is because of the people that I have stayed.” I am so fortunate to have worked alongside Heidi. I deeply admire her love of children and loyalty to Sanford. She is truly a piece of the school’s fabric. Today it is rare to find someone who dedicates her entire career to one organization. Heidi is a rare person, and I am honored to call her a friend.
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ongtime Sanford parent and supporter Gina Sykora (below, with her children Charlie ’20 and Julia ’18) has been sharing her interior design talents with the school since 2011 when she was involved in a project that spruced up the Middle School. Shortly after that effort, Mark Anderson became the head of school, and he enlisted Gina, who owns Gina Sykora Interior Design Company, to help with the transformation of Sanford Hall from a preschool building to a welcoming center for admission, as well as administrative offices, including Anderson’s. Gina elaborated: “That project brought to light the need for a campus-wide design plan that would provide a cohesive look throughout and would support Sanford’s branding. One that
would showcase and celebrate Sanford’s deep history but also reflect a progressive and current culture.” Over the past eight years, Gina’s keen eye for color, light, and style has touched at least eleven buildings on the Sanford campus. She sought input from faculty, staff, and students to create an aesthetically pleasing environment. A school-wide color palette has been established, along with recommendations regarding furniture, materials, and other items that factor into interior design. Gina continued: “Mark Anderson has been the motivating force behind this wave of desperately needed updates. Kevin Needham and his facilities team ensured that my suggestions for the campus-wide design plans came to life in a timely manner. Both Kevin and Mark are men who know how to make things happen!” Gina concluded by sharing: “Interior design advice and expertise are what I can give to Sanford. My husband Stan and I have loved this school since our children started here as first and third graders. It makes me happy and proud to be able to give back to the community that has given our family so much. We feel that the teachers and coaches at Sanford have helped us to raise our children to be spectacular people. I could never not help. Doing what I truly love for a place that I also love is a perfect combination for me.”
Abbi Smith, head of Upper School, shared: “The redecoration and changes in our use of space in the Commons have improved our sense of community. The students are using it daily and are truly enjoying having this communal spot in Stephen May.”
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Faculty & Staff News On the Move... We congratulate the following Sanford stalwarts who have taken on new roles.
Former Director of Studies Emily Amendum is the new head of Middle School. Veteran educator Christine DiUbaldo has moved to Sanford Hall as an assistant director of admission.
Jaime Morgan ’02 is leading the admission and development teams in her new role of associate head of school for advancement.
Courtney Lewandowski (formerly Kalinowski) and Krista Berneike have moved from the Lower School office and second grade, respectively, to lead our new Sanford preschool for three-year-olds.
Middle School Dean and English Teacher Max Schneider has assumed the position of head boys’ varsity soccer coach.
History and Global Studies Teacher and Wrestling Coach Eric Peoples is the new director of student activities in Upper School.
Swope Receives Graduate Degree in Educational Leadership M
iddle School History & Global Studies Instructor Scott Swope recently earned a master’s degree in educational leadership from Pennsylvania State University. Scott shared these thoughts about how the program has benefited him and Sanford: “The program was great, and it really allowed me to develop an understanding of how a school operates outside of a classroom. It afforded me the opportunity to work with some amazing classmates while also strengthening relationships here on campus. I worked with various members of the Sanford community on specific projects for which I was able to provide feedback and, in some cases, suggestions on how to improve processes. Because of my graduate studies, I have strengthened my ability to help other teachers and administrators, and I’m able to serve as a more effective member of the Sanford community. More importantly, my improved EQ [emotional intelligence] will yield dividends in the classroom. I want to thank Sanford School and Mr. Mark Anderson for their collective support throughout the program.”
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New Students
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anford opened the 2019–2020 school year with 117 new students and an enrollment of 583 students. These figures represent significant growth for our school. Last year, we opened with 73 new students and enrollment at 565. This positive momentum is a credit to our entire community, as students, parents, teachers, and staff members continue to spread the word about Sanford.
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ur newest Warriors include the school’s first three-year-old preschool students. Faculty members Krista Berneike and Courtney Lewandowski— who developed the new preschool program—love teaching this group of young learners.
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ur strong board of trustees—composed of strategic leaders who steadfastly give generously of their time, talent, and treasure—is one of Sanford’s most valuable resources. Last spring alumni parents and trustees Jackie Filak, Sharon Rubin ’80, and Gregg Somerville wrapped up their esteemed board terms. This year, we welcome two new trustees—Chai Gadde (father of Nia ’19 and Rohan ’25) and Jason Russell (father of Sam ’29 and Sawyer ’33). Learn more about our board members by visiting https://sanford.link/trustees.
From far left: Outgoing trustees Jackie Filak, Sharon Rubin ’80, and Gregg Somerville. Below: Sanford’s 2019–2020 Board of Trustees are (seated, left to right) Holly Kalish, Lisa Lloyd-Washington, Chai Gadde, Kathy Zabel, Ted Dwyer, Mark Anderson, Scott J. Sherr ’87 AA, (standing, left to right) Desmond Baker, Susan Keiser, Kate Rosenthal, Laura Giardina, Jim McKeon, Jason Russell, Stan Sykora, Chris Grundner, Kathy Nachbar, Bill Lafferty, (not in the photo) Helen Duzy, Andy Jefferson, Diane Kedash, Kenny Mitchell ’93, and Bart Reese.
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How much do you know This Q&A guide will answer many of your questions about why philanthropy is important and how you can give to Sanford. Q: What exactly is the Annual Fund, and why is it important for me to donate to it?
A: The Annual Fund helps fund the immediate
operational needs of the school. Gifts to the Annual Fund benefit today’s students immediately. Tuition alone does not cover the cost of a student’s education. If you can only make one gift, we hope that the Annual Fund is your priority.
Q: I see Memorials & Tributes listed on the donor pages. What is their purpose? A: Donors may recognize the memory of a friend or loved
one with a gift to the school. Contributions can also be made in honor of a student, friend, faculty member, or event.
Donor generosity helps us to deliver (top) engaging robotics offerings in Lower School and (bottom) challenging chemistry courses in Upper School.
Q: What are Restricted Gifts, and why are they helpful to the school? A: Sanford has financial needs for improvements and
upgrades that cannot be currently met by the school’s operating budget. Donors may choose to give a gift that will be used for a specific facility upgrade or program enhancement needed by the school. A conversation between the donor and Sanford is a great place to start. Some donors like honoring a specific wish and find joy knowing that their Restricted Gift has met a real need for Sanford.
Q: What are Gifts in Kind and how do they benefi the school? A: A gift in kind to Sanford can have an immediate and
specific impact on the school. Gifts in kind are typically items or services the school may need that are given directly by the donor. From no-longer-needed instruments to play costumes and classroom items, these contributions come in numerous forms and are always appreciated.
Your gift to Sanford School makes you part of a meaningful educational tradition that is as treasured and relevant today as it was at our founding.
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about giving at Sanford? Q: What is the Endowment Fund, and how does Sanford manage those gifts? A: Contributions to the Endowment Fund provide for a
portion of the long-term sustainability of the school. The endowment, which is governed by specific guidelines, is invested and the interest generated is available for use by the school for general operating or designated needs. Gifts to the Endowment Fund may be made through outright gifts or planned gifts, which provide immediate and future benefits to the donor, as well as Sanford.
Q: Planned Gifts were just mentioned. What are they? A: As you complete your financial and estate planning, consider including Sanford in your plan. Options can include an outright bequest, making Sanford the beneficiary of a life insurance policy, IRA rollover, real estate, charitable trusts or life income gifts. All of these tools could provide you and your heirs tax benefits, while creating a legacy for Sanford.
Q: What is the Evergreen Society and how can I join? A: The Evergreen Society is representative of the Sanford
Pine, the school’s ubiquitous symbol. When you choose to help secure the school’s future through a planned gift or by including Sanford as a charitable recipient in your will, you become a member of the society. Sanford’s leaders, faculty, and students of today are benefiting from and grateful for the generosity of those donors who came before them. Your foresight and gift of any amount will ensure Sanford’s strength and vitality and its ability to serve students in the future.
Head of School Mark Anderson (center) joins 2019 faculty award winners Lizzy Lancellotti ’02, Elizabeth Capone, Wendy Nashed, and Candyce Pizzala following the last faculty meeting of the 2018–2019 school year. Every year, three teachers and one coach receive monetary awards from endowed funds that were created to honor and inspire outstanding teaching and leadership. Additional details about the awards are included on page 38.
Q: Is it possible to gift Securities? If so, what advantages does that offer? A: By gifting appreciated Securities, you can avoid capital gains. An income tax deduction may be taken in the amount of the fair market value at the time the security is gifted to Sanford. By selling depreciated Securities and gifting the sale proceeds, you may also offset other capital gains in the given year. Please contact Sanford’s Development Office to receive electronic transfer instructions for your broker. Q: I have heard of Matching Gifts, but I really do not understand what they are. A: Many employers match employee contributions to
non-profits dollar for dollar or even at a more generous rate. In most cases, Sanford School qualifies for Matching Gifts. Both you and your employer will receive credit for the gift. The Development Office can assist you in completing the necessary paperwork. See your company’s human relations department to learn more about their plan.
Q: I am ready to contribute. How do I make my contribution? A: Unless you are making a Gift in Kind, most
donors prefer to use a check or credit card for their contribution. Always feel free to contact Janice Payne in the Development Office if you have questions about how to finalize your donation.
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The Sanford Repertory Theatre Company (SRTC) opened its 2019–2020 season with a riveting performance of The Diary of Anne Frank in the Rubin Family Auditorium of the Geipel Center for Performing Arts. Camille Decker (standing) played the title role. The other cast members were Adelena Farrell, Greg Fleming, Jonathan Fritz, Trenton LaPoint, Rileigh Owens (seated), Maggy Ross, Liam Sibbers, Jaz Spencer, and Eleanor Vander Laan. From February 13th through February 16th, SRTC will bring Bye Bye Birdie to the Geipel Center stage. SRTC’s goal is to provide Sanford students with an outstanding drama education.
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Dear Friends of Sanford, I am excited to share this letter of introduction to our Annual Report of Giving. As the report indicates, 2018–2019 was an extraordinary year for Sanford. Outstanding accomplishments strengthened our programs and facilities and created terrific opportunities and experiences for our students, teachers, and community. When you read the financial data presented in the next few pages, you’ll see that Sanford’s philanthropic giving reached new heights. Gifts to the Annual Fund, bequests, our Home & School Auction, and special projects totaled $1.7 million. This number is historic for our school, as it is a new record total for a non-capital campaign year. More importantly, donor generosity allowed Sanford to soar. Thank you for your support! Our board’s strategic direction guides Sanford to continually improve, learn, and grow. From enhancing our campus to supporting the development of our exceptional teachers to increasing our enrollment—the funds we continue to raise are fueling Sanford’s success. At Sanford, we believe that our success is never final. There is much work still to do. Sanford’s leadership team and Board of Trustees are positioned to accomplish even more ambitious goals in the coming years. Stay tuned to learn more about what lies ahead for Sanford’s future. With your continued support, Sanford’s future will indeed be BOLDER, BRIGHTER, and STRONGER. Sincerely,
Ted H. Dwyer III President, Board of Trustees
2018–2019 Memories
Third graders honed their theatrical skills with a performance of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Consultant Bernadette Smith led Upper School students in the practice of mindfulness during morning meeting. Vocal virtuosos Alex Krenz ’06 and Kane Kalas ’06 delivered powerful performances during the 2018 Alumni Cabaret.
Chief Quiet Thunder, a member of the Lenni Lenape tribe, shared Native American history and culture with fifth-grade students.
Commemorative basketball boom boxes—showcased by Ryan McKeon ’19, Hannah Bescript ’19, and Morgan Shirley ’22 AA— were bidding favorites at the Home & School Auction.
The Sanford News Network stream team brought us live coverage of school events.
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Thank you to all of the members of the Sanford community who supported the 2018–2019 Annual Fund. Because of your generosity, we exceeded our goal and raised more than $580,000—setting a new school record! Your loyalty and commitment ensure that we continue to provide a dynamic educational experience, preparing our students to achieve their full potential. The following list recognizes those who have expressed their dedication to the school, its faculty, and our students.
GIVING CLUBS Melissa and Bill Lafferty Carol and Ed Warner ’62
Barry Yang ’22 Zehua You ’22 Kathy and David Zabel Glenmede Koonce Foundation Inc. Lantana Veterinary Center
HEAD’S CIRCLE ($10,000+)
SANFORD CIRCLE ($650+)
WARRIOR CIRCLE ($25,000+)
Pam and Tom Allingham Gene Ford ’70 Neelu and Chai Gadde Diane and David Kedash Kathy and Ken Nachbar Sharon ’80 and Edward Rubin
1930 CLUB ($5,000+) Nicol and Mark Anderson Colleen and Chris Colarik Diane and Scott Davenport Heather and Ted Dwyer Kathleen and Matt Goodier Sandy and Bruce Hammonds Elaine and Richard Handloff Mimi and Jim Keating Eileen Maroney Ellie and Ron Maroney Lori and Harry Schiavi Sharon and Ric Struthers Bank of America
ELLEN Q. SAWIN CLUB ($2,500+) Georgette and Ian Binnersley ’87 Megan and Chris Cascio Sandra and Ed Dougherty Aimee and Todd Flubacher Susan and Chris Grundner Barb Kubicki-Hicks and Bary Hicks Sapna Jani ’99 Heather and Andy Jefferson Holly and Eric Kalish Catherine and Patrick Kaser Ellen ’89 and Chris Kinney Debbie French and Limin Kung Nancy and Jim McKeon Annette ’79 and Charles Orella Lauren and Stephen Petersen Linda and Scott Price Frances and Tom Roosevelt Kate and Ted Rosenthal Lisa Lloyd-Washington and Shun Washington Andrea and Tom Winner William Wu ’22 Ling Huang and Richard Xia Hong Teng International
SUNNY HILLS CLUB ($2,000+) Xiaoxia and Pete Danby ’04 Ericka and David Downs Helen and Mike Duzy Jackie and Doug Filak Susan and Tom Keiser Janet and Calvin Koonce Sam ’95 and Michael Marcinko Brigid and Jack McVaugh ’67 Paige and Jason Russell Wendy and Ken Saubier Lon Schlussel Nancy Horisk-Sherr and Scott Sherr ’87AA Lydia Cox and Gregg Somerville Gina and Stan Sykora Lynette and Jeff Townes Sunny and Frank Xu
Ruth and Jim Barnaby Kristin and Karl Bennett Bryan and Paul Bente Diane and John Bernard AnneMarie Brescia, MD and Dan Brennan Cindi and Gabriel Brooks Carol and Otie Brown ’58 Felicia and Samuel Brownell Michele Bruxelles Liz and R.T. Christopher Chris and John Cooper Karen and Joe Coviello Xue Zhou and Jian Dai Jan and Jim Dalle Pazze Gill Daniels Ann and Jack Davis Pam and Bob DiFilippo Gloria and Rich Diodato Kyle and Brian DiPietro Diane and Andy Dunn ’69 Mr. Ted Dwyer, Jr. Juan Espadas ’88 Karen Fang ’20 Blair and Charlie Fleischmann Diana and Bob Gelman Laura and Matt Giardina Monica and Jim Hall Stacey and Josh Hendrix Carolyn and Neil Hockstein Gail Hoffman ’66 Lisa Hutchinson Ericka DeVinney and Tom Keithley Nicole and Sandor Kovacs Leslie and Doug Leach Tina and Guy Marcozzi Dave May Karen and Kevin Needham Janice and Phil Payne Lee Paynter ’75 Carolyn Polis Suzanne and Nick Punturieri Jennie Hon and Marcos Ramos Joan and Marc Samonisky Danny Seymour ’67 Danielle and Jim Sipala Savita and Param Sreekanth Jan and Gary Taylor Andrea and John Valentine Kaitlyn McNeil Ward ’05 Ward Family Sarah ’85 and Bob Watson Jane Wiggin Lucie and John Wilkens Betsy and John Yung Patrick Zeng ’22 AstraZeneca GlaxoSmithKline Merck Company Foundation Quizzo Service Unlimited, Inc.
FOUNDER’S CLUB ($350+) Nancy and Chris Adamopoulos Molly Cool-Bainter and Duane Allen
Jen and Nate Atwood Robin Andreasen and Milo Aukerman Eileen and Mike Babcock Judy and Ronald Bagdon Glenda Smith and Desmond Baker Patti and Derek Bebbington Daria and John Bernard Thomasine and Alex Bianchi Dee Biscardi Paula Fernandez and Kevin Brown Christine and Dave Carswell Ellyn Censurato Amy ’02 and Jamie Clark Jen and Rory Conway Evie and Frank Corrado Gina McCollum-Crowder and Steven Crowder Nick Darling ’96 Cheryl and Dan Fleming Greg Fleming Troy Foster ’94 Paula Freiburger ’62 Karina Aguilar and Eduardo Gatica Wendy Ottenbacher-Gipe and Andrew Gipe Carmen Martinez-Flores and Armando Gomez Rebecca Goodier ’15 Jill and Chris Grant Barbara and Steve Gregg Lisa Gannon and Lou Hering Linda and Lou Hionis Lisa and Pat Holahan Ray Hrabec ’67 Jenn Keating ’91 Tom Keating ’89 Melanie and Kevin Keller Michelle and Roger Kerzner Inge and John Konther Marnie Langerak ’43 Randi LaPoint Scott LaPoint Helen and Ernie Lareau Ellen and Alan Levin Andrew Levin ’02 Jennifer and Tom Madden Barbara and Tom Marshall Lynne Milkovics Jaime ’02 and Adam Morgan Chris and Jamie Mosberg Stokes Nolte Pam and Wayne Rapine Isabel and Steve Rose ’69 Jan and Scott Ross Patty and Philip Schwarzkopf Anne and Harry Shelton ’82 Bonnie Sherr Nita and Stan Stevenson Sue and Rod Stull Heather and Greg Taylor Sinu Sarah Un ’19 Kathy and Rod Valenta Carole and Gordon Wilkie Ann and Bill Wolfe ’70 Nancy and Kuo Wong Peter Wu and Yichao Zhu Libbie and Casey Zimmer Discover Financial Services Freeh Group International G & E Welding Supply Co Inc. Monomoy Fund, Inc. MUFG Wachovia/Wells Fargo
SANFORD PINES CLUB ($150+) Meredith and David Amado Steve and Emily Amendum Ann and Bruce Anderson Dana Anderson and Joe Culin Alethea and Satch Avatara Sue and Dan Bachtle Marietta Bala ’54 Ruth and Brooks Banta Karen Banta-Burnett Lisa and Chuck Bartoli Caroline Beard Rick Bente ’00 Patti and Steve Bescript Laurence and Geoff Birkett Caroline Bissell ’59 Melissa and Erich Bollman Barbara and Gerard Bricks Karen and Cy Brinn Angela and Michael Brown Elizabeth and Anthony Capone Lisa and Matt Carr Betsy Chapin ’75 Beth and Chris Colgan Jen Nightengale ’82 and Skip Cook Molly and Matt Cooney Martina ’74 and Al Crompton Josie Reyes-Uribe and Cristian Cuello-Mambi Brian Curland Sean Curran Panakkal David Suzanne ’89 and Mark Delaplane Kristin DeRamus ’04 Christine and Dom DiUbaldo ’94 Mark Donovan ’82 Marguerite Donovan David DuHadaway Eleanor and Mike Enyedy Deanna and Chad Eyler Dennis Facciolo John C. Farnandez ’51 Megan Broomall-Filliben and Joel Filliben Carmen and Bruce Finnicum Christy and Michael Fleming Kristen and Jon Frentzel Brad Gadebusch ’72 Christine and Steve Gardiner Marilyn and Jim Gaylor Laura and Ken Gaylor Tara and Frank Giordano Tara ’89 and Brian Gipe Celia and John Goodall Laura and David Greene Morgan Gregg ’15 Barbara and Steve Gregg Karen and Greg Griffith Mary Lou and Bob Hamilton Josiah Hannon ’11 Teri and David Harwell Shannon and Todd Helmecki Sue Henry ’44 Kathy and Ben Herzog Ruth and Lowell Hoffman Jill and Alan Hollander AJ Holveck Wendy and Jim Honaker John Horisk Candyce and Rob Pizzala Olga Hunt Sally and Lloyd Johns Steve Johns continued on page 22
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Dede and John Johnston Alice and Reed Johnston Elaine and Fred Kahler Diane and Bob Keighley Kristi Kerins Carol and Brendan Killeen Beth and Jeff Kosinski Jessie and Mike Kubek Linda and J-P Laurenceau Kim and David Lawson Jay Leaning and Jack Baroudi Jackie and Eddie Leo Pat and Glenn Lieske Mimi and Charlie Link Jane and Wendell Lloyd Pat and Fran Loeffelholz Jen and Frank Luckangelo Lorie ’53AA and Mick MacLeish Seema Malkani ’91 Carmelita and Napoleon Manubay Mary Kay and Brian Marini Andi Martin ’71 Brian Matthews ’96 Pam and Jim McDermott Michele Darnell and Walt McDermott Heidi and Gordon McGregor Jennifer Matthes-McKay and Lance McKay Pam and Bill Millard Coleen and Jim Miller Mike Milligan Kenny Mitchell ’93 Lisa Mollichella and Jill Karpinski Daniel Montante Margy and Thomas Montante Alexis and Rob Moore ’97 Susan and Reza Moqtaderi Robynn Morrison Sarah and Jonathan Nurry Suzanne and Tim O’Connell MaryAnn and Robert Palute Pratima and Bachu Patel Kristy and Paul Patton Karen and Gary Perkins Cari and Marcus Phillips Julie and Bob Pierce Elva Joy and Ira Pitel ’68 Cynthia and John Pollich Ellen and Len Radziewicz Karla and Chris Raymond Jane Rees Carol Reid Amanda Rufo ’05 Christina Russell Ray Russell Caroline Ryon ’06 Octavia and Brian Samuels Ali Sawdey Bill Sawin ’45 Mary Schempp-Berg ’69 Max Schneider Nina Burnaford and Jeffrey Seder Mary and Paul Serdiuk Amy and Joe Shirley Bambi and Jay Siegfried Larry Silver ’68 Susan and Craig Snyder Maria and Mike Staman Winnie and Tim Straightiff Sally Stremlau ’61 Ryan Struthers ’06 Clark Stull Sandy and Eric Sutty Martha Aguilar and Jaime Vargas Karen and Tony Vietri Kimberly and Adam Wahl Terry Ramsey and Mark Warren Rebecca Warne-Wasniewski and John Wasniewski Robyn and Stan Waterman Louise Whipple continued on page 24
New Bermuda Grass Fields
On Friday, September 20, 2019, members of the Sanford community paid tribute to former Head of Middle School Eph Humphreys (bottom, left) during a field dedication ceremony in Eph’s honor. Head of School Mark Anderson, Director of Athletics Joan Samonisky (bottom right, with Eph), and Sanford Trustee Bart Reese, who is also a former Sanford educator and administrator, addressed the large gathering of attendees. Afterward, Eph took center stage, where he shared memories, spoke about the future, and thanked those gathered for their support. Joining us for this special event were members of Eph’s family (middle, right) including Taylor Denham ’12, Cody Denham ’14, Suzanne Humphreys, Brett Humphreys ’13, Henry Tucker ’07, Chase Humphreys ’15, and Lisa Humphreys Stoddard.
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ot every donation can be immediately utilized. Some require time and energy—and in this case even Mother Nature—in order to be ready for use. While the plans for a new Bermuda grass field, known as the Eph Humphreys Field, were started a while ago, it took until Thursday, September 5th, for the boys’ varsity soccer team to hold a match on it. Max Schneider, head coach of the boys’ soccer team, shared: “Every member of the team mentioned the quality of the playing surface. Some made comparisons to a golf course, while others noted that they were caught off guard by the reliability of the bounces. The biggest difference was how the game took place right in the middle of the campus. It raised the prestige, while also bringing the community members together who otherwise may not have known that a game was going on. One member of the team went so far as to label the field as their Geipel stage.”
This is the second year that the girls’ varsity field hockey and lacrosse teams have the opportunity to play on Sanford’s other Bermuda grass field. As a member of the varsity field hockey team, senior Cameron Smith reflected: “We are seeing the full benefits of the field this fall. My favorite time to play on the new field is right after it has rained, been watered, or in the early morning when the grass still holds the dew. The ball glides so well and passes are very predictable. I know I speak for our entire team when I say that we love playing on the Bermuda grass field. We are very grateful to the donors and to the maintenance crew who work so hard to keep the field in excellent playing condition.”
From above, clockwise: The field hockey team celebrates a a night-game victory over Wilmington Friends School; the boys’ soccer team prepares to compete on the new Eph Humphreys Field; the girls’ soccer team, whose home games have been played in Chapel Valley, will begin hosting their competitors on Bermuda grass in the spring of 2020.
Athletic Director Joan Samonisky commented: “The enlarged Eph Humphreys Field, an outstanding Bermuda grass playing surface, has created yet another showcase field for a number of our sports teams. I am grateful to our generous donors who have allowed us to provide such a wonderful game field for our student-athletes!”
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Jess White Mary Wiggin Noël and Clint Williams Alli and Pete Williams Julie and Matthew Wilson Pauline and Thomas Winner Brandon Wollaston ’09 Kevin Wong ’02 Kristine Wong ’06 Jie Lin and Yong Zheng Susan and Mark Ziegler David Zinder ’77 Agilent Technologies CA Technologies Delaware Rush Soccer Soros Fund Management US Bank Employee MG Program
CHAPEL VALLEY CLUB ($50+) Peter Aastad ’73 Francine Amelio and Michael Klein Dottie and Rick Andrews Paulina Gyan and Billy Annan Lorraine and Robert Julian Susan and Paul Arruda Zachary Bagdon Annie Baum ’12 Ceil and Andy Baum Louis Baum ’09 Rosie and Delroy Beckford John Bell Krista Berneike Kimberly and Brad Blackwelder Darren Blakemore ’99 Missy and Dan Bloom Liz Blum ’92 Carla and Greg Bobka Marie and Herb Bollman Kim ’96 and Brian Boots Jen and Chris Bowen Myra and Chester Bracey Ed Breen ’66 Josh Bricks ’93 Marge and John Brolly Gini and Newt Brosius Ann and Winston Brundige Frances and Peter Buttenheim Heather Foucault-Camm and Kenneth Camm Pam and Richard Carbonara Telma and Natanael Cedillo Tahmina and Mohammed Chowdhury Doug Clarke ’81 Cecilie Zwick Coker and David Lee Coker, Jr. Frank Conway ’65 Victoria and Jack Corrozi Julie and Miles Cowart Linda and Sean Cox Kathy and Dave Dabkowski Sue and André Dagenais Fabienne Daniels Ann and Michael Davis Jackie DeLaFuente Sue and Randy Delano ’63 Andrea ’84 and Jeff DeLuca Susan and Joseph DeSantis Mary and Raymond DiCamillo Lenora and Emedio DiGiacomo Carla Dimiris Alonia and Doug Douglas Sandy Dudley ’65 Paris Waterman Dupree ’07 Evie Dutton Eileen and Fred Eck Emily Egan Brittany Elia Charlene and Arthur Emlen Wynne Esbitt Carlos Espadas ’92 Johnnie Sue and Henry Fenimore Shirlonda and Leo Fields Meg and Mike Fierro
Brooke Finnicum ’14 Colleen FitzGerald Oliver Fleischmann ’14 Danielle Fleming ’11 Justin Fleming ’14 Sally and Francis Forrest Dale and Bennett Foster Wells Foster Tori Foster ’04 Jane Fouracre Donna and Ted Frentzel Terry and Frank Fresconi Gina and John Fritz Carol and Barry Fry Ann Marie ’03 and Brandon Galasso Cindy and Mike Galvin Reese Gaylor ’12 Lauren and Derek Getz Anna and David Goldman Margie and John Goodier Tanya and Kahleb Graham Suzanne and Edward Grandel Howie Greenblatt ’72 Sally and Allen Greenwood Roshni and Joel Guerry Kanta and Vijay Gupta Karen and Ken Hackett Amira Hannon ’14 Phil Hanny ’69 Ellen Haschak Jamy and Kevin Haughey Nancy and George Hebard Barbara and Buzz Helmecki Ian Henry and Nedda Moqtaderi Helen Yates Heron ’57 Anita and Bill Hildebrandt ’57 Valerie Hill Barbi and Tom Holstlaw ’72 Jackie and Arthur Holveck Lyn Hublein Charlotte Hublein Rick Huddelson ’55 Nathalie Hudson ’06 Mike Huffman ’64 Kathy Moon Hughes ’68 Suzanne and Eph Humphreys Trae Humphreys ’08 Jacque and Martin Hunt Renee and Steve Ickes ’91 Kristine and Leonardo Jackson Karen and Michael Jenkins Pete Jennings ’68 Ryan John ’08 Lori McCoy and Bruce Johnson Sharon and Rick Johnson Jen Nauen and Paul Johnston Judy Jones Arlene and Nick Joyner Catherine and Richard Julian Gavin Kaiser ’05 Pete Kamali ’89 Bette Keiser Jenn Kelman Karen Frazier-Kennedy and Lee Kennedy Marly and Miles Kessinger Hillary King ’05 Katharine Knarreborg ’03 Jenna Knaster Nate Knisely ’07 Staci and Dan Krape Amy and Steve Kuplinski Laura and Jim Kurtz Aaron Lafferty ’19 Ava Lafferty ’20 Jacob Lafferty ’19 Paul Laiblin ’76 Lizzy ’02 and Rob Lancellotti Marianne and Jim Lazarski Laurie LePage Doris LeStourgeon Laura-Lavinia and Alexander Levine Robin Levy ’52 Susan Lin ’96 Wendy and Frank Lindsey
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Jill Lipton ’89 Anna Littlefield Sue and John Louchheim Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Gina and Mike Madron Maraleta and Jack Malloy Karen Marshall Kathryn Marshall ’11 Dave Martin ’73 Nancy and Pat Martin Anne and Les Matier Mark Matthews Joanne and Frank Mayer Jackie and Frank Mayer ’97 Carol and Chip Mayo Beth and John McCarthy Becky and Michael McCudden Kevin McDermott ’07 Patricia McLellan Brooke and C.R. McLeod Andrea and Quadii McMillan Helen and Sam McMonagle Steven Medoff Robin Horn and Mark Mendell Bonnie and Craig Meszaros Suzanne and Scott Meyer Bob and Elizabeth Miller Susanne and Mike Miller Holly Mitchell Jeff Molush Erika and Steve Moyer Marguerite Cranmer-Murphy and Ed Murphy Wendy and Zane Nashed Frances Nisenbaum ’43 Lisa Nowicki Dawn and Bob Oas Donna O’Brian Maria and Terry Papoutsakis Herb Parris ’78 Eric Peoples Nancy Jo and Bill Pepper ’57 Esa Street and Shahid Perkins Fran and Chris Petersen Jackie Pitts ’55 Venka and Phil Pyle Michelle and Martin Raffo Raj Ramachandran ’96 Cynthia ’77 and Joe Rasemas Bodgie Read Mo Reardon ’68 Lisa ’99 and Hunter Reed Kathryn and Bart Reese Donna and Rob Reid ’86 Patti ’76 and Martin Reynolds Christina and Donovan Robinson Troby Roosevelt Kate and Rob Ruby Greg Rude Helen ’68 and George Ruff Sheena Spearman and Mark Sagrans Lauri Sakata ’94 Katie and Adam Salamon Katie and Tom Salvatore Ann Salwey ’51AA Jen Samonisky ’05 Joyce and Gil Scarborough Carol and Jim Scarborough Alice and Bud Scott Kelley and Andrew Seravalli Renie and Mark Shields Phyllis Shone Nina Silverman-Weeks Stacey and Jeff Silvers Lynn Sinclair Linda ’52 and Dudley Sipprelle Brianna Smale April and Bryan Smallwood Abbi and Billy Smith Katelyn Smith Rodmond Smith ’76 Eileen Sparling Meri Ann and Dean Spears Carlene and Javon Spencer
Janet Squires Katherine and Frank Stafford Laura Stefanik Karen and Mike Stein ’86 Cathy Sullivan and Henry Stevenson ’72 Lori and Clem Straker Doris Strasser ’54 Corrie Struthers ’12 Kelsey and Scott Swope Gilda and Robert Szewczyk Yun Jiang and Yuefei Tao Maria and William Tate Mary Ellen Taylor Katie ’06 and David Trachtenberg Jennifer and Jay Trickey Becky and Bob Tucker Janet and Mike Upton Barbara and Rob Volko Judy and Harold Walls ’67 Jim Ward ’95 Carla Wasniewski Regina and Nai-Te Watson ’89 Jolie Wax Joan and Mike Welsh Beth and Tom Whipple Christine Whitcraft ’95 Charlene and David Wieland Richard Wilson Tracy and Cliff Wise ’84 Megan Chiplock and Adam Wohlman ’93 Vera and Sandy Wohlman Danielle and Mark Wolanski Ed Woodring Deborah Wright Christine and John Yasik Loren and Rich Yates ’78AA Valerie and James Young Gail and Charles Zimmer Leann and Richard Zolper Anne Marie Trzaska and Richard Zolper Christine ’01 and Erik Zwick Amazon Smile Benevity Community Impact Fund Exelon Corporation Incyte Corporation TEGNA
FRIENDS OF SANFORD ($1+) Ginny and Jim Amendum Caron Anderson-Kotschessa ’69 Carter Ayars ’16 Hildi Bachtle Marci Bakke ’69 Ayesha and Blake Bennett ’98 Lia Bennett Lauren Bond ’08 Chrissy Bonner Kim Brooks Debbie and Stephen Cannon Olga and Richard Castro Mark Censurato Jessica Chronister ’00 Barbara and Thomas Clewell Susan and Jim Curtis Haley Dabkowski ’12 Rita and Don Dietrich R.K. Dillon ’61 Phil Donahue ’16 Sue and Ken Eckhardt Genny Esayian Anna Filak ’13 Sarah Filak ’18 Kara and David Fintes Lisa and Brian Friedkin Tammy and Ian Gallicano ’84 JD Gaylor ’21 Kay Gibbons Ann Gillespie ’79 Nicole Gregory Shai and Rob Harris Amy Hetrick Jeanna Howard Jennifer A. Oberle-Howard ’91 and Adam K. Howard
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Judith Harlow-Huben and Stephen Huben Ailene and Robert Ickes Helen and Floyd Joyner David Kahler ’01 Melanie Kahler ’97 Courtney Kalinowski Christopher Keiser Sandy and Fletcher King Whitney King ’08 Bonnie and Dave Kitts Tom Lemon Shannon Lolley ’27 Alison Marcozzi ’11 Nicholas Marcozzi ’18 Peyton Marcozzi ’14 Bryan McLellan ’14 Justin McLellan ’16 Jon Messano ’04 Carol and Greg Moore Olivia Murphy-Rogers ’08 Sue Needham Bonnie and Conrad Olie RJ Palaypay Kate and Tim Parks Margaret Parsons Karen and Bruce Pill Karen and Ken Porter Graeme Ramshaw ’98 Chase Rapine ’15 Jessica Reid and Brandon Jacobs Sandra Roach Anna Roosevelt ’07 Melissa and Michael Ryan ’72 Dorothy and Emil Sakmary Sarah Satinsky Irene and Alex Schoen ’75 Ensign and Kaitlyn Simmons Kate Herzog Smith ’05 Ryan C. Spears ’02 Dezde Stella Eleanor and Stan Stevenson Beth ’86 and James Taylor Rachel Taylor and Eric Taylor Aimee and Scott Timmons Caitlin Towe ’10 Kendall Towe ’10 Julie and Matt Trevett-Smith Kendal Trickey ’18 Ally Walker ’98 Max Weiner ’97 Alex Weinstein ’13 Sami Weinstein ’17 Elise Wiesnegger ’15 Lily Wiesnegger ’18 Caroline Wilson ’16 Rosemary Wilson ’60 William Zimmer ’19 Consiva
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hile the new Bermuda grass field has literally and figuratively taken center stage as a 2019 hallmark improvement made possible by donor generosity, the student-athletes at Sanford have benefited from other donor contributions. For example, both boys’ and girls’ 2019 basketball team members are proudly wearing state championship rings, which were funded by anonymous donors. These rings symbolize the hard work, dedication, and teamwork required to achieve such an outstanding athletic feat. Certainly, they are a treasure for the athletes who earned them, as well as an outward sign of Sanford pride and spirit for all who see them. Recently, donors ensured the safety and performance of the tennis courts with a resurfacing project. In addition, the baseball field was the recipient of several much-needed improvements, including a new backstop, scoreboard, and outfield fencing. This year, Sanford wrestlers will hold their matches on a new mat. Middle School wrestlers will also sport new uniforms which will allow them to confidently wear their Sanford colors at home and away matches, all because of donor support.
HONOR ROLL TWENTY OR MORE YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE ANNUAL FUND GIVING Dana Anderson and Joe Culin Dottie and Rick Andrews Ruth and Brooks Banta Karen Banta-Burnett Ceil and Andy Baum Rosie and Delroy Beckford Krista Berneike Missy and Dan Bloom Barbara and Gerard Bricks Ann and Winston Brundige Frances and Peter Buttenheim Jen Nightengale ’82 and Skip Cook Evie and Frank Corrado Martina ’74 and Al Crompton Kathy and Dave Dabkowski Sue and André Dagenais Rita and Don Dietrich continued on page 26
Sanford’s resurfaced tennis courts (bottom, left) are safer and more visually appealing than they were several years ago (top, left); when wrestlers compete on campus this winter, they won’t be using the mat shown in the image above because a new mat has become a part of our wrestling program. These improvements and countless other enhancements were made possible by donors who support Sanford.
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Christine and Dom DiUbaldo ’94 Sue and Ken Eckhardt Juan Espadas ’88 John C. Farnandez ’51 Ann Gillespie ’79 Sue Henry ’44 Helen Yates Heron ’57 Kathy and Ben Herzog Anita and Bill Hildebrandt ’57 Candyce and Rob Pizzala Kathy Moon Hughes ’68 Suzanne and Eph Humphreys Lisa Hutchinson Elaine and Fred Kahler Mimi and Jim Keating Tom Keating ’89 Diane and Bob Keighley Kristi Kerins Helen and Ernie Lareau Doris LeStourgeon Sue and John Louchheim Jennifer and Tom Madden Tina and Guy Marcozzi Andi Martin ’71 Carol and Chip Mayo Pam and Jim McDermott Heidi and Gordon McGregor Brigid and Jack McVaugh ’67 Bonnie and Craig Meszaros Carol and Greg Moore Chris and Jamie Mosberg Marguerite Cranmer-Murphy and Ed Murphy Kathy and Ken Nachbar Frances Nisenbaum ’43 Lisa Nowicki Kate and Tim Parks Nancy Jo and Bill Pepper ’57 Karen and Gary Perkins Fran and Chris Petersen Karen and Bruce Pill Jackie Pitts ’55 Sharon ’80 and Edward Rubin Helen ’68 and George Ruff Lauri Sakata ’94 Joan and Marc Samonisky Joyce and Gil Scarborough Carol and Jim Scarborough Anne and Harry Shelton ’82 Renie and Mark Shields Bambi and Jay Siegfried Nina Silverman-Weeks Lydia Cox and Gregg Somerville Meri Ann and Dean Spears Katherine and Frank Stafford Sally Stremlau ’61 Sharon and Ric Struthers Janet and Mike Upton Sarah ’85 and Bob Watson Beth and Tom Whipple Lucie and John Wilkens Christine and John Yasik Loren and Rich Yates ’78AA David Zinder ’77 Bank of America
FIFTEEN OR MORE YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE ANNUAL FUND GIVING Pam and Tom Allingham Eileen and Mike Babcock Bryan and Paul Bente Chrissy Bonner Carol and Otie Brown ’58 Chris and John Cooper Diane and Scott Davenport Susan and Joseph DeSantis Blair and Charlie Fleischmann Cheryl and Dan Fleming
Dale and Bennett Foster Lisa and Brian Friedkin Gina and John Fritz Tara ’89 and Brian Gipe Laura and David Greene Shannon and Todd Helmecki Ray Hrabec ’67 Lyn Hublein Charlotte Hublein Dede and John Johnston Carol and Brendan Killeen Beth and Jeff Kosinski Staci and Dan Krape Wendy and Frank Lindsey Nancy and Pat Martin Patricia McLellan Coleen and Jim Miller Suzanne and Nick Punturieri Pam and Wayne Rapine Patti ’76 and Martin Reynolds Frances and Tom Roosevelt Linda ’52 and Dudley Sipprelle Rodmond Smith ’76 Susan and Craig Snyder Nita and Stan Stevenson Doris Strasser ’54 Robyn and Stan Waterman Carole and Gordon Wilkie Ed Woodring Betsy and John Yung Kathy and David Zabel Monomoy Fund, Inc.
TEN OR MORE YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE ANNUAL FUND GIVING Caron Anderson-Kotschessa ’69 Susan and Paul Arruda Sue and Dan Bachtle Lisa and Chuck Bartoli Kristin and Karl Bennett Patti and Steve Bescript Carla and Greg Bobka Angela and Michael Brown Christine and Dave Carswell Betsy Chapin ’75 Beth and Chris Colgan Karen and Joe Coviello Nick Darling ’96 Mary and Raymond DiCamillo Pam and Bob DiFilippo Mark Donovan ’82 Heather and Ted Dwyer Meg and Mike Fierro Wells Foster Paula Freiburger ’62 Neelu and Chai Gadde Karina Aguilar and Eduardo Gatica Laura and Ken Gaylor Marilyn and Jim Gaylor Tara and Frank Giordano Kathleen and Matt Goodier Suzanne and Edward Grandel Kanta and Vijay Gupta Barb Kubicki-Hicks and Bary Hicks Gail Hoffman ’66 Ruth and Lowell Hoffman Ryan John ’08 Steve Johns Alice and Reed Johnston Judy Jones Holly and Eric Kalish Catherine and Patrick Kaser Diane and David Kedash Susan and Tom Keiser Katharine Knarreborg ’03 Inge and John Konther Janet and Calvin Koonce Debbie French and Limin Kung Melissa and Bill Lafferty Mark Matthews Dave May continued on page 28
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The Geipel Center
More than Bright Lights and a Big Stage Performing Arts Department Chair
Clint Williams recalls the days when donors were being sought to aid in the renovation and repurposing of the former Geipel Gymnasium. “From our very first committee meetings, I was adamant that we needed more than a stage with improved sound and lighting equipment. Sanford needed, and deserved, to have a performing arts center that would honor our commitment to make it a true community resource. Through the generosity of so many caring donors, we are entering our fifth year in this building and, more importantly, we are honoring that promise every day through our work with all divisions—both in the performing arts and in other areas of study. Additonally, outside groups continue to benefit from the use of this facility— including alumnae Emily Rufo ’12 (owner of Radiance Dance Studio) and Michelle Buglio ’99 (owner of Dance HDC)—whose dance recitals have been presented in the Rubin Family Auditorium. Here are a few of the ways that Geipel venues are serving Sanford students and teachers.
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Expressing creativity in the Music Tech Lab Music Technology, taught by instructors Jeff Molush and Jenna Knaster, has quickly become one of the music department’s most popular offerings. Molush explained: “Our music tech lab, which was once home to extended day students, now houses ten Macs with MIDI Keyboards and audio interfaces. This class is typically at capacity each semester, and it is something that DEFINITELY would not have been feasible in either the old Geipel or old Quigley. Our students love this program, and certainly we hope the donors who made this type of innovative course possible realize how much they are appreciated.” When asked about the Music Tech class, Jaz Spencer ’21 had this to say: “It was one of my favorite classes because it allowed me to express my creativity and inventiveness into music. And sometimes that’s what I needed after a long day of studying and tests, just a relaxing way to let out my energy. Music Tech did just that for me.”
Students in all three divisions are utilizing the dance studio, and often in ways not directly related to dance. Sometimes Lower School physical education classes meet there to work on special movement activities. Sanford’s youngest in the newly created three-year-old program participate in a yoga class twice during a seven-day cycle. The Middle School Dance Club uses the studio and Middle and Upper School students taking Mr. Williams’ acting class work with him in the studio on specific exercises. Dance ensembles in the Upper School musical also enjoy having the space for their rehearsals.
Preparing for performances in practice rooms Practice might not have been on the minds of many donors, but the climate-controlled dedicated practice rooms are a well-used and much appreciated feature of the Geipel
Center. The space greatly adds to the comfort level of both the instructor and the student, thus making their time together more pleasant and productive. Additionally, instrument care is much easier in the controlled environment. Attention to detail, such as sound-absorbing acoustical tiles, also add to the improved practice room setting. Williams and his team encourage students who wish to practice in-between lessons to find an empty room, and, fortunately, there are plenty of them.
Expanding our arts offerings in the Rubin Family Auditorium Last year, Performing Arts instructor Jenn Kelman had her fifth- and sixth-grade students work together on a one-act play, where they used the Geipel stage to perform Aesop’s Fables. Using the same space that is well-known for major productions, including Sanford’s fall play and winter musical, the younger thespians learned how to project their voices, become spatially aware, employ props, and perform in a big arena. Making the experience a crossdivisional one, Kelman enlisted the support of two Upper School students to assist her with rehearsals and act as stage managers. Kelman explained: “The 5/6 play is a unique opportunity for our students to showcase their love of arts at Sanford. It provides them with an introductory taste of the Sanford Repertory Theatre Company, and I hope that many of them will eventually become active members of the SRTC.”
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Beth and John McCarthy Becky and Michael McCudden Jennifer Matthes-McKay and Lance McKay Susanne and Mike Miller Olivia Murphy-Rogers ’08 Wendy and Zane Nashed Annette and Charles Orella ’79 Maria and Terry Papoutsakis Kristy and Paul Patton Julie and Bob Pierce Bodgie Read Carol Reid Isabel and Steve Rose ’69 Kate and Ted Rosenthal Amanda Rufo ’05 Ann Salwey ’51AA Danny Seymour ’67 Winnie and Tim Straightiff Ryan Struthers ’06 Sandy and Eric Sutty Gina and Stan Sykora Kimberly and Adam Wahl Susanne and Bill Ward Noël and Clint Williams Ann and Bill Wolfe ’70 Koonce Foundation Inc.
DONORS BY GROUP BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mark J. Anderson Desmond A. Baker Helen M. Duzy Theodore H. Dwyer Jacqueline A. Filak Laura E. Giardina Christopher T. Grundner Andrew M. Jefferson Holly L. Kalish Diane S. Kedash Susan J. Keiser William M. Lafferty Lisa M. Lloyd-Washington James V. McKeon Kenneth D. Mitchell ’93 Kathryn S. Nachbar Barton D. Reese Katherine G. Rosenthal Sharon G. Rubin ’80 Scott J. Sherr Gregg M. Somerville Stanley R. Sykora Kathy E. Zabel
FACULTY & STAFF Emily Amendum Mark Anderson Susan Bachtle James Barnaby Cecilia Baum Delroy Beckford John Bell Krista Berneike Laurence Birkett Melissa Bloom Christina Bonner Jennifer Bowen Elizabeth Capone Elizabeth Christopher Jamie Clark Cecilie Zwick Coker Mary Beth Colgan Jennifer Conway Darwin Cook Kathleen Dabkowski
Fabienne Daniels Scott Davenport Ann Davis Jacqueline DeLaFuente Christine DiUbaldo Emily Egan Brittany Elia Meg Fierro Cheryl Fleming Kara Fontes Heather Foucault-Camm Brian Friedkin John Fritz Ann Marie Galasso ’03 Laura Gaylor Tara Giordano Tanya Graham Nicole Gregory Ellen Haschak Jamy Haughey Shannon Helmecki Todd Helmecki Stacey Hendrix Candyce Hublein-Pizzala Eph Humphreys Suzanne Humphreys Lisa Hutchinson Courtney Kalinowski Jennifer Kelman Bonnie Kitts Jenna Knaster Elizabeth Kosinski Staci Krape Elizabeth Lancellotti Alexander Levine William Lindsey Anna Littlefield Michael Madron Patrick Martin Jennifer Matthes-McKay David May Rebecca McCudden Kevin McDermott Heidi McGregor Brooke McLeod Suzanne Meyer Coleen Miller Hollister Mitchell Jeffrey Molush Carol Moore Jaime Morgan ’02 Chris Mosberg Wendy Nashed Kevin Needham Jennifer Nightengale ’82 Timothy Parks Kristine Patton Janice Payne Eric Peoples Karen Perkins Bruce Pill Jacquelin Pitts ’55 Michelle Raffo Jessica Reid Patricia Reynolds ’76 Troby Roosevelt Amanda Rufo ’05 Joan Samonisky Sarah Satinsky Maxwell Schneider Kelley Seravalli Mark Shields Amy Shirley Nina Silverman-Weeks Howard Simmons Brianna Smale Abigail Smith Katelyn Smith Carlene Spencer Katherine Stafford Laura Stefanik Sandy Sutty Scott Swope Maria Tate
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CURRENT PARENTS PreKindergarten Olga and Richard Castro Amy ’02 and Jamie Clark Kristen and Jon Frentzel Sam ’95 and Michael Marcinko Brooke and C.R. McLeod Alexis and Rob Moore ’97 Michelle and Martin Raffo Lisa ’99 and Hunter Reed Christina and Donovan Robinson Julie and Matt Trevett-Smith Noël and Clint Williams Kindergarten Nancy and Chris Adamopoulos Paula Fernandez and Kevin Brown Heather Foucault-Camm and Kenneth Camm Molly and Matt Cooney Josie Reyes-Uribe and Cristian Cuello-Mambi Xiaoxia and Pete Danby ’04 Kristen and Jon Frentzel Lauren and Derek Getz Jackie and Frank Mayer ’97 Jaime ’02 and Adam Morgan Katie and Adam Salamon 1st Grade Parents Kimberly and Brad Blackwelder Amy ’02 and Jamie Clark Gina McCollum-Crowder and Steven Crowder Christine and Steve Gardiner Celia and John Goodall Helene Lee and Carlo Gopez Ian Henry and Nedda Moqtaderi Adrienne and Paul Miller Kristy and Paul Patton Wendy and Ken Saubier Robyn and Brian Sheehan 2nd Grade Parents Megan and Chris Cascio Olga and Richard Castro Cindy and Mike Galvin Susan and Chris Grundner Jackie and Frank Mayer ’97 Brooke and C.R. McLeod Alexis and Rob Moore ’97 Linda and Scott Price Paige and Jason Russell Dezde Stella Heather and Greg Taylor Rebecca Warne-Wasniewski and John Wasniewski Sunny and Frank Xu 3rd Grade Parents Ayesha and Blake Bennett ’98 Lia Bennett Daria and John Bernard Kim ’96 and Brian Boots AnneMarie Brescia, MD and Dan Brennan Jen and Rory Conway Julie and Miles Cowart Aimee and Todd Flubacher Wendy Ottenbacher-Gipe and Andrew Gipe Tanya and Kahleb Graham Cari and Marcus Phillips
Wendy and Ken Saubier Amy and Joe Shirley Rachel Taylor and Eric Taylor Regina and Nai-Te Watson ’89 Andrea and Tom Winner Jie Lin and Yong Zheng 4th Grade Parents Emily and Steve Amendum Nicol and Mark Anderson Megan and Chris Cascio Sean Curran Megan Broomall-Filliben and Joel Filliben Laura and Matt Giardina Roshni and Joel Guerry Arlene and Nick Joyner Melanie Kahler ’97 Holly and Eric Kalish Kim and David Lawson Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Sam ’95 and Michael Marcinko Brooke and C.R. McLeod Pam and Bill Millard Greg Rude Lori and Harry Schiavi Abbi and Billy Smith Dezde Stella Lynette and Jeff Townes 5th Grade Parents Meredith and David Amado Jen and Nate Atwood Alethea and Satch Avatara Georgette and Ian Binnersley ’87 Dee Biscardi Melissa and Erich Bollman Jen and Rory Conway Christine and Dom DiUbaldo ’94 Celia and John Goodall Susan and Chris Grundner Shai and Rob Harris Shannon and Todd Helmecki Stacey and Josh Hendrix Ian Henry and Nedda Moqtaderi Diane and David Kedash Melanie and Kevin Keller Staci and Dan Krape Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Jennie Hon and Marcos Ramos Karla and Chris Raymond Amy and Joe Shirley Lisa Lloyd-Washington and Shun Washington Jess White Julie and Matthew Wilson Anne Marie Trzaska and Richard Zolper 6th Grade Parents Nancy and Chris Adamopoulos Alethea and Satch Avatara Cindi and Gabriel Brooks Angela and Michael Brown Ellyn Censurato Mark Censurato Tahmina and Mohammed Chowdhury Liz and R.T. Christopher Beth and Chris Colgan Neelu and Chai Gadde Karina Aguilar and Eduardo Gatica Holly and Eric Kalish Catherine and Patrick Kaser Ericka DeVinney and Tom Keithley Michele Darnell and Walt McDermott Karen and Kevin Needham Cari and Marcus Phillips Ellen and Len Radziewicz Lon Schlussel Abbi and Billy Smith Sandy and Eric Sutty Yun Jiang and Yuefei Tao Heather and Greg Taylor Aimee and Scott Timmons Tracy and Cliff Wise ’84 Loren and Rich Yates ’78AA
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7th Grade Parents Molly Cool-Bainter and Duane Allen Nicol and Mark Anderson Zachary Bagdon Georgette and Ian Binnersley ’87 Melissa and Erich Bollman Kim Brooks Felicia and Samuel Brownell Colleen and Chris Colarik Jen and Rory Conway Xue Zhou and Jian Dai Megan Broomall-Filliben and Joel Filliben Christine and Steve Gardiner Celia and John Goodall Jill and Chris Grant Shannon and Todd Helmecki Stacey and Josh Hendrix Susan and Tom Keiser Ericka DeVinney and Tom Keithley Melanie and Kevin Keller Kim and David Lawson Cynthia ’77 and Joe Rasemas Sheena Spearman and Mark Sagrans Nancy Horisk-Sherr and Scott Sherr ’87AA Carlene and Javon Spencer Heather and Greg Taylor Martha Aguilar and Jaime Vargas Jess White Andrea and Tom Winner Ling Huang and Richard Xia Sunny and Frank Xu 8th Grade Parents Patti and Derek Bebbington Cecilie Zwick Coker and David Coker Diane and Scott Davenport Heather and Ted Dwyer Sally and Francis Forrest Tara and Frank Giordano Karen and Greg Griffith Michelle and Roger Kerzner Staci and Dan Krape Marianne and Jim Lazarski Gina and Mike Madron Eileen Maroney Mike Milligan Lisa Mollichella and Jill Karpinski Venka and Phil Pyle Ali Sawdey Maria and Mike Staman Karen and Mike Stein ’86 Aimee and Scott Timmons Sarah ’85 and Bob Watson 9th Grade Parents Meredith and David Amado Nicol and Mark Anderson Sue and Dan Bachtle Lisa and Chuck Bartoli Thomasine and Alex Bianchi Georgette and Ian Binnersley ’87 Laurence and Geoff Birkett Kim Brooks Felicia and Samuel Brownell Lisa and Matt Carr Liz and R.T. Christopher Colleen and Chris Colarik Carla Dimiris Christine and Dom DiUbaldo ’94 Alonia and Doug Douglas Ericka and David Downs Deanna and Chad Eyler Aimee and Todd Flubacher Anna and David Goldman Amy Hetrick Barb Kubicki-Hicks and Bary Hicks Renee and Steve Ickes ’91 Lori McCoy and Bruce Johnson Diane and David Kedash Susan and Tom Keiser Melanie and Kevin Keller Nicole and Sandor Kovacs Scott LaPoint Randi LaPoint
Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Gina and Mike Madron Andrea and Quadii McMillan Karen and Kevin Needham Sarah and Jonathan Nurry RJ Palaypay Amy and Joe Shirley April and Bryan Smallwood Sue and Rod Stull Jolie Wax Andrea and Tom Winner Anne Marie Trzaska and Richard Zolper
Danielle and Jim Sipala Susan and Craig Snyder Eileen Sparling Lori and Clem Straker Gina and Stan Sykora Beth ’86 and James Taylor Andrea and John Valentine Karen and Tony Vietri Barbara and Rob Volko Terry Ramsey and Mark Warren Tracy and Cliff Wise ’84 Ling Huang and Richard Xia
10th Grade Parents Georgette and Ian Binnersley ’87 Laurence and Geoff Birkett Chrissy Bonner Cecilie Zwick Coker and David Coker Brian Curland Gill Daniels Diane and Scott Davenport Sandra and Ed Dougherty Helen and Mike Duzy Heather and Ted Dwyer Laura and Ken Gaylor Tara and Frank Giordano Linda and Lou Hionis Carolyn and Neil Hockstein Jill and Alan Hollander AJ Holveck Kristine and Leonardo Jackson Diane and David Kedash Leslie and Doug Leach Jackie and Eddie Leo Jen and Frank Luckangelo Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Barbara and Tom Marshall Daniel Montante Wendy and Zane Nashed Jan and Scott Ross Kate and Rob Ruby Nina Burnaford and Jeffrey Seder Stacey and Jeff Silvers Carlene and Javon Spencer Sarah ’85 and Bob Watson Mary Wiggin Loren and Rich Yates ’78AA Kathy and David Zabel Libbie and Casey Zimmer
12th Grade Parents Paulina Gyan and Billy Annan Patti and Steve Bescript Missy and Dan Bloom Karen and Cy Brinn Michele Bruxelles Christine and Dave Carswell Telma and Natanael Cedillo Neelu and Chai Gadde Kathleen and Matt Goodier Lisa and Pat Holahan Jacque and Martin Hunt Karen and Michael Jenkins Alice and Reed Johnston Susan and Tom Keiser Amy and Steve Kuplinski Melissa and Bill Lafferty Scott LaPoint Randi LaPoint Jackie and Eddie Leo Nancy and Jim McKeon Cynthia and John Pollich Kate and Ted Rosenthal Christina Russell Patty and Philip Schwarzkopf Savita and Param Sreekanth Nita and Stan Stevenson Becky and Bob Tucker Beth and Tom Whipple Kathy and David Zabel Libbie and Casey Zimmer
11th Grade Parents Steve and Emily Amendum Robin Andreasen and Milo Aukerman Eileen and Mike Babcock Sue and Dan Bachtle Patti and Derek Bebbington Thomasine and Alex Bianchi Missy and Dan Bloom Carla and Greg Bobka Myra and Chester Bracey Liz and R.T. Christopher Beth and Chris Colgan Christine and Dom DiUbaldo ’94 Christy and Michael Fleming Gina and John Fritz Carmen Martinez-Flores and Armando Gomez Karen and Greg Griffith Monica and Jim Hall Teri and David Harwell Jill and Alan Hollander Jeanna Howard Jennifer Oberle-Howard ’91 and Adam K. Howard Jen Nauen and Paul Johnston Michelle and Roger Kerzner Jessie and Mike Kubek Debbie French and Limin Kung Melissa and Bill Lafferty Marianne and Jim Lazarski Mary Kay and Brian Marini Jennifer Matthes-McKay and Lance McKay Esa Street and Shahid Perkins
SAWIN SOCIETY Alumni and Associate Alumni CLASS OF 1943 Marian Sawin Langerak Frances Wallace Nisenbaum
CLASS OF 1944 Susan Lynch Henry
CLASS OF 1945 William Sawin
CLASS OF 1951 John Farnandez Ann Ellis Salwey
CLASS OF 1952 Robley Timmins Levy Linda Mills Sipprelle
CLASS OF 1953 Dolores Sawin MacLeish
CLASS OF 1954 Marietta Webb Bala Doris Cox Strasser
CLASS OF 1955 Richard Huddelson Jacquelin Pitts
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2018 Founder’s Day Award winner Bill Lafferty (2nd from left) has generously supported Sanford School. For more than a decade, Bill has served on the school’s Board of Trustees and demonstrated outstanding leadership and strong philanthropic spirit. Bill, his wife Melissa, and their three children—Aaron ’19, Jacob ’19, and Ava ’20—are dedicated members of our community, and we thank them for their commitment to Sanford.
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Lisbeth Chapin Alex Schoen
Louis Baum Brandon Wollaston
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Sam Marcinko Jim Ward Christine Whitcraft
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Caitlin Towe Kendall Towe
Otis Brown
CLASS OF 1959 Caroline Van Kirk Bissell
CLASS OF 1960 Rosemary Wilson
CLASS OF 1961 R.K. Dillon Sara Stremlau
CLASS OF 1962 Paula Freiburger Ed Warner
CLASS OF 1963 Susan Kerbin Delano
CLASS OF 1964 Michael Huffman
CLASS OF 1965 G. Franklin Conway, Jr. Sandra Seymour Dudley
CLASS OF 1966 Edward Breen Gail Lasko Hoffman
CLASS OF 1967 Raymond Hrabec John McVaugh, Jr. Danny Seymour John Squires Harold Walls
CLASS OF 1968 Katherine Moon Hughes Pete Jennings Ira Pitel, Ph.D. R. Reardon Helen Wright Ruff Lawrence Silver
CLASS OF 1969 Caron Anderson-Kotschessa Marci Peller Bakke Andrew Dunn Phil Hanny Stephen Rose Mary Schempp-Berg
CLASS OF 1970 Eugene Ford, Jr. Bill Wolfe
Paul Laiblin Patricia Davis Reynolds S. Rodmond Smith III Cynthia Rasemas
CLASS OF 1977 David Zinder
CLASS OF 1978 Herbert G. Parris Richard Yates, Jr.
CLASS OF 1979 Patricia Gillespie Annette Murray Orella
CLASS OF 1980 Sharon Gore Rubin
CLASS OF 1981 Douglas Clarke, Jr.
CLASS OF 1982 J. Mark Donovan Jennifer Nightengale Harry Shelton, CPA
CLASS OF 1984 Andrea Schappell DeLuca G. Ian Gallicano Clifton Wise, Jr.
CLASS OF 1985 Sarah Small Watson
CLASS OF 1986 Robert Reid, Jr. Mike Stein Laura Erickson Taylor
Kim Boots Nicholas Darling Susan Lin Brian Matthews Raja Ramachandran
CLASS OF 1997 Melanie Kahler Frank Mayer Rob Moore Max Weiner
CLASS OF 1998 Graeme Ramshaw Allyson McGowan Walker
CLASS OF 1999 Darren Blakemore Sapna Jani Lisa Reed
CLASS OF 2000 Paul Bente IV Jessica Spears Chronister
CLASS OF 2001 David Kahler Christine Keighley Zwick
CLASS OF 2002 Amy Pia Clark Lizzy Lancellotti Andrew Levin Jaime Lareau Morgan Ryan Spears Kevin Wong
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Annie Baum Haley Dabkowski Reese Gaylor Corrie Struthers
CLASS OF 2013 Anna Filak Alex Weinstein
CLASS OF 2014 Brooke Finnicum Oliver Fleischmann Justin Fleming Amira Hannon Peyton Marcozzi Bryan McLellan
CLASS OF 2015 Rebecca Goodier Morgan Gregg Chase Rapine Elise Wiesnegger
CLASS OF 2016 Carter Ayars Phil Donahue Justin McLellan Caroline Wilson
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Juan Espadas
Pete Danby Kristin Andrews DeRamus Tori Foster Jonathan Messano
Nicholas Marcozzi Miles Petersen Kendal Trickey Lily Wiesnegger
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CLASS OF 2019
Gavin Lotz Kaiser Hillary King Amanda Rufo Jennifer Samonisky Mary Herzog Smith Kaitlyn S. McNeil
Christopher Keiser Jacob Lafferty Aaron Lafferty Sarah Un William Zimmer
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Pam and Tom Allingham Steve and Emily Amendum Dana Anderson and Joe Culin Dottie and Rick Andrews Susan and Paul Arruda Glenda Smith and Desmond Baker Karen Banta-Burnett Lisa and Chuck Bartoli Ceil and Andy Baum Caroline Beard Rosie and Delroy Beckford Kristin and Karl Bennett Bryan and Paul Bente Missy and Dan Bloom Carla and Greg Bobka Barbara and Gerard Bricks Gini and Newt Brosius Ann and Winston Brundige
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Suzanne Burton Delaplane Tara Hamilton Gipe OTRL Peter Kamali Thomas Keating, Ph.D. Ellen Chung Kinney Jill Lipton Nai-Te Watson
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CLASS OF 1973 Peter Aastad David Martin
Josh Bricks Kenneth Mitchell, Jr. Adam Wohlman
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Martina Cajnar Crompton
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CLASS OF 2004
Ian Binnersley Scott J Sherr
Bradley Gadebusch Howie Greenblatt Barbara A. Laquer Holstlaw Michael L. Ryan Henry Stevenson III
CLASS OF 1972
Danielle Fleming Josiah Hannon Alison Marcozzi Kathryn Marshall
CLASS OF 2017
Nathalie Hudson Caroline Ryon Ryan Struthers Katie Trachtenberg Kristine Wong
Andrea Martin, Ph.D.
CLASS OF 2011
Ann Marie Galasso Katharine Bente Knarreborg
CLASS OF 1987
Steve Ickes Jennifer Keating Jennifer Oberle-Howard Seema Venkatachalam-Malkani
CLASS OF 1971
CLASS OF 2010
Elisabeth Williams Blum Carlos Espadas
CLASS OF 1993
Dom DiUbaldo Troy Foster Lauri Sakata
Paris Waterman Dupree Nathan Knisely Kevin McDermott Anna Roosevelt
CLASS OF 2008 Lauren Bond Trae Humphreys Ryan John Whitney King Olivia Murphy-Rogers
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Summertime Professional Development Benefits Sanford Students and Educators A
long-standing Sanford tradition is the awarding of summer study grants for faculty by the Home & School Association. Proposals for course work, travel, conferences, and curriculum development are submitted, grants are funded, and faculty and staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and interact with leaders in the field in order to stay current with “best practices” in education and to maintain the high level of excellence in the classroom for which Sanford is known. The hard work and generosity of this parent-support group makes all of these exciting and important professional development experiences possible, and year after year many Sanford educators choose to take advantage of the opportunity to do so. Here are just a few of the ways that 2019 summer study grants are improving and enhancing current and future Sanford programs. • English/language arts (ELA) teachers Brooke McLeod, Beth Colgan, Scott Davenport, and Amanda Rufo ’05 worked with University of Delaware professor Bill Lewis, who presented various evidence-based practices in the field of ELA classrooms. Lewis will return later this year to serve as a coach, where he will watch lessons in the teachers’ classrooms and work with them as they reflect upon their strengths and the next steps in their professional development. • PreK Instructor Patti Reynolds ’76 and Physical Education Department Chair Shannon Helmecki created an indoor sensory motor path. A variety of experiences are offered to the students on this path, which runs through portions of the Lower School building. This sensory path will be used for mornings and indoor recess play. Later this fall, they will add to the student experiences by adding an outdoor game area. • Dean of Students Max Schneider and Head of Middle School Emily Amendum attended a conference on Restorative Practices (RP), which focuses on improving connections between individuals and communities. Using specific strategies and exercises, the proactive approach of RP works to strengthen the bonds between students and the teachers supporting them. • World language faculty members Elizabeth Capone and Ellen Grise, Science and Math Instructor Jamy Haughey, and History and Global Studies Instructor Anna Littlefield launched and led a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program, which supported this year’s school-wide theme of Identity. All faculty and staff members participated in the program by completing summer assignments and engaging in group discussions and activities in August. DEI initiatives will continue throughout the 2019–2020 school year and beyond. • Middle School history and global studies instructors Coleen Miller, Scott Davenport, Scott Swope, and Sarah Cushing collaborated with University of Delaware professor Fran O’Malley to review the history and global studies curriculum. Based on their analyses and industry-wide best practices, the curriculum has been updated to offer a better balance of history, economics, civics, and geography.
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Michele Bruxelles Debbie and Stephen Cannon Christine and Dave Carswell Telma and Natanael Cedillo Beth and Chris Colgan Jen Nightengale ’82 and Skip Cook Chris and John Cooper Evie and Frank Corrado Karen and Joe Coviello Martina ’74 and Al Crompton Susan and Jim Curtis Kathy and Dave Dabkowski Sue and André Dagenais Jan and Jim Dalle Pazze Ann and Michael Davis Ann and Jack Davis Susan and Joseph DeSantis Pam and Bob DiFilippo Marguerite Donovan Evie Dutton Sue and Ken Eckhardt Wynne Esbitt Johnnie Sue Fenimore Jackie and Doug Filak Carmen and Bruce Finnicum Blair and Charlie Fleischmann Cheryl and Dan Fleming Wells Foster Dale and Bennett Foster Terry and Frank Fresconi Lisa and Brian Friedkin Gina and John Fritz Karina Aguilar and Eduardo Gatica Laura and Ken Gaylor Kathleen and Matt Goodier Suzanne and Edward Grandel Laura and David Greene Sally and Allen Greenwood Barbara and Steve Gregg Karen and Greg Griffith Kanta and Vijay Gupta Mary Lou and Bob Hamilton Sandy and Bruce Hammonds Lisa Gannon and Lou Hering Kathy and Ben Herzog Jennifer Oberle-Howard ’91 and Adam K. Howard Lyn Hublein Candyce and Rob Pizzala Suzanne and Eph Humphreys Jacque and Martin Hunt Ailene and Robert Ickes Karen and Michael Jenkins Steve Johns Sally and Lloyd Johns Dede and John Johnston Elaine and Fred Kahler Mimi and Jim Keating Diane and Bob Keighley Karen Frazier-Kennedy and Lee Kennedy Carol and Brendan Killeen Sandy and Fletcher King Inge and John Konther Beth and Jeff Kosinski Amy and Steve Kuplinski Helen and Ernie Lareau Jackie and Eddie Leo Ellen and Alan Levin Wendy and Frank Lindsey Sue and John Louchheim Jennifer and Tom Madden Tina and Guy Marcozzi Karen Marshall Mark Matthews Joanne and Frank Mayer Carol and Chip Mayo Beth and John McCarthy Pam and Jim McDermott Heidi and Gordon McGregor Patricia McLellan
Andrea and Quadii McMillan Steven Medoff Robin Horn and Mark Mendell Bonnie and Craig Meszaros Susanne and Mike Miller Coleen and Jim Miller Carol and Greg Moore Chris and Jamie Mosberg Erika and Steve Moyer Marguerite Cranmer-Murphy and Ed Murphy Kathy and Ken Nachbar Stokes Nolte Bonnie and Conrad Olie Maria and Terry Papoutsakis Karen and Gary Perkins Lauren and Stephen Petersen Fran and Chris Petersen Julie and Bob Pierce Suzanne and Nick Punturieri Pam and Wayne Rapine Carol Reid Patti ’76 and Martin Reynolds Frances and Tom Roosevelt Kate and Ted Rosenthal Sharon ’80 and Edward Rubin Katie and Tom Salvatore Joan and Marc Samonisky Octavia and Brian Samuels Carol and Jim Scarborough Joyce and Gil Scarborough Nina Burnaford and Jeffrey Seder Renie and Mark Shields Bambi and Jay Siegfried Lynn Sinclair Susan and Craig Snyder Lydia Cox and Gregg Somerville Meri Ann and Dean Spears Katherine and Frank Stafford Nita and Stan Stevenson Winnie and Tim Straightiff Sharon and Ric Struthers Gina and Stan Sykora Gilda and Robert Szewczyk Beth ’86 and James Taylor Mary Ellen Taylor Jennifer and Jay Trickey Janet and Mike Upton Kimberly and Adam Wahl Susanne and Bill Ward Terry Ramsey and Mark Warren Robyn and Stan Waterman Beth and Tom Whipple Lucie and John Wilkens Carole and Gordon Wilkie Vera and Sandy Wohlman Nancy and Kuo Wong Ed Woodring Loren and Rich Yates ’78AA Betsy and John Yung Kathy and David Zabel
GRANDPARENTS AND ALUMNI GRANDPARENTS Francine Amelio and Michael Klein Ginny and Jim Amendum Ann and Bruce Anderson Hildi Bachtle Judy and Ronald Bagdon Ruth and Brooks Banta Diane and John Bernard Marie and Herb Bollman Marge and John Brolly Pam and Richard Carbonara Barbara and Thomas Clewell Evie and Frank Corrado Panakkal David Mary and Raymond DiCamillo Lenora and Emedio DiGiacomo David DuHadaway Mr. Ted Dwyer, Jr. Eleanor and Mike Enyedy continued on page 36
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Learning Beyond
THE QUAD One of Sanford’s most beautiful distinguishing features is the William L. Aydelott ’38 Quadrangle. Aydelott was a Sanford art instructor, dean, and director of buildings and grounds, as well as a World War II veteran. Various components of this special spot are a result of donations that took place over decades. The area held a small wooden stage, which was rebuilt of stone, as it is today, by the Class of 1950. Five years later, the Class of 1955 built the tiered, semi-circle outdoor theatre that serves the school to this day for both formal and informal gatherings. In addition to the traditional Convocation, Founder’s Day, Class Day, Closing Exercises, and Commencement, theatrical touring groups have performed in the Quad, English classes have presented readings from Shakespeare, and students can sometimes be seen quietly reflecting or studying in the picturesque setting. Donations ensure that The Quad is maintained so that generations to come can enjoy Sanford traditions in this historical spot.
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hile many donor gifts are used to improve, repurpose, or renovate existing facilities, not all lessons take place inside a classroom. Donations from a variety of sources have enabled Sanford faculty members to capitalize on the beauty of the campus and take the world of learning to the outdoors. For example, think of how much fun it must be for Lower School students to study dinosaurs, only to find three of them on campus! While they were donated many years ago by a then Lower School family, they endure to this day—bringing both a watchful eye and joy to the campus. Here are a few other outdoor spaces that allow our students to learn without limits.
Patrick Martin, John Bell, and Candyce Pizzala used funds provided by a Home & School summer study grant to attend a professional development program at the University of Delaware, which focused on having young students learn through nature exploration. During a recent nature walk, preschoolers stopped at the outdoor classroom for a learning activity.
THE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
CAB CALLOWAY POND
Alistair Bebbington ’20 decided to make his Eagle Scout Project one that would benefit his school, so he designed, built, and installed an outdoor classroom. His donations of time and talent have created a space that has been and will continue to be enjoyed by students in all three divisions. Middle School Science Teacher Emily Egan took seventhgrade students to this quiet spot and engaged them in a mindfulness activity prior to last year’s week-long trip to Vermont. This year, she has plans to use the classroom for students to read and discuss novels during a new club offering, Novels & Film.
Once known as the “Farm Pond,” the school’s pond had to be reclaimed after a dam burst and it dried up. The Class of 1994, along with many generous donors, worked to reclaim the site. It was dedicated as “The Cab Calloway Pond” on Founder’s Day, September 24, 1994. Today, this pond is used for a variety of educational purposes. Science Department Co-chair Jim Barnaby conducts a five-day research and laboratory unit with his eighth graders, using Claim Evidence Reasoning to study the topic of acid rain and its effect on the environment. Other science teachers have used the pond to learn about pH testing, test out homemade boats in a regatta-style race, and complete lessons related to clean water.
Jim Barnaby’s Middle School students culminate their Outdoors Elective by fishing in the Cab Calloway Pond. They have caught bluegills and some decent-sized bass. He also takes students fishing on the last day of school, and unlike many boat captains, guarantees them that they will all catch a fish!
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aintaining the 28 actively used buildings on Sanford’s campus requires effort from many sources. Whether it’s a renovation, a repurposing, a remodel, or a replacement of systems, contributions from donors help to ensure that Sanford’s facilities are safe, modern, and optimum learning environments for students. Here are a few recent examples of the diverse ways that students are learning without limits thanks to the generosity of donors.
The Woodworking Shop at Stewart Cottage It is not “new” news to learn that the state-of-the-art woodshop was the result of generous parent donations. But it is worth noting that in one short year, this facility has become one of the most popular sites on campus. With courses ranging from engineering to basic woodshop to an advanced placement studio art class, students are finding creative outlets while making important STEM connections. Art instructor Maria Tate commented that her ceramics students even used the shop to fashion their own tools! Ensign Simmons, of the science department, and Troby Roosevelt, of the art department, each
teach a woodworking class that has proven to be an elective that reaches capacity very quickly. Simmons shared: “We try to do a couple of projects each semester that end up as part of the Sanford community. There are currently three benches around campus and a ball holder in the Sports Center trophy case that were made by students in the classes. We will continue to find projects that reinvest in Sanford and that students can see, use, and be proud of while they are on campus.” The donations for this facility and course programming are already being “paid forward,” which is very much in keeping with Sanford’s core values.
The Middle School Library Donations of time, treasure, and talent were hard at work this summer in a makeover project for the Middle School Library. With so many more resources available online, it was time to reconfigure the use of space and rethink what materials were needed to support student learning. With new lighting, carpets, window treatments, and paint, the library is brighter and very inviting. These projects were funded by donors who helped update the Middle School Library in addition to other parts of the building. Home & School Auction funds made the new couches and tables
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Donors make the difference From far left, clockwise: Woodworking supports skill development in science, technology, art, engineering, and math; the college counseling center serves as a warm and flexible gathering space; young learners tap into their creativity; the Middle School kitchen ignites the discovery of new talents; eighth-grade students attend English class in the revamped Middle School Library.
possible. The pieces move quickly and easily, thus providing flexible seating to accommodate a variety of purposes. English Instructor and Middle School Librarian Amanda Rufo ’05 noted: “The library has an entirely new feel to it, and our students are responding very positively. They are finding this space to be a welcoming place in our building to come read, reflect, and relax. We are very appreciative to our donors and to those who helped this summer with this amazing transformation.”
Quigley Hall Director of College Counseling Casey Zimmer and Assistant Director Katie Trachtenberg ’06 appreciate the vision that inspired the transformation of Sanford’s oldest building into a centralized college counseling center, and they are grateful to the numerous donors who brought that vision to life. Many of the seniors have their lockers in Quigley, which keeps the counselors and students in close proximity to each other. Zimmer explained: “First and foremost, we needed a space for our college reps to come and meet with interested students. Certainly, our center allows for that in a comfortable, yet classy way. The reps clearly enjoy the ambiance and often ask questions about the history of Quigley. But Katie and I are here for our students, and the relaxed atmosphere and easy access to us are helpful to them during the college search and admission processes.”
The Middle School Kitchen Funds for the new kitchen in the Middle School were anonymously donated in 2017. Since that time, the use of the facility has continued to expand. With the attention to food and cultural celebrations in the world language department, teachers have enjoyed the opportunity to work with their students
to prepare traditional dishes. Instructor Jen Nightengale ’82 has taught an elective, Household Arts, and advised a Cupcakes for Cancer Club. As part of Sanford’s dedication to community service, the treats made by the members of the club were shared with various groups as an outreach effort. This year, English and History Instructor Sarah Cushing plans to sponsor the Cooking with Cushing Club. Sounds delicious!
Yearsley Hall Longtime Lower School educator and administrator Sarah W. Yearsley was honored when a section of today’s Lower School was added to Albright Hall in 1990. Today’s preschool and PreK programs are housed in sections of Yearsley Hall. Instructor Liz Christopher shared: “We have created more open-ended, experimental learning centers for our students. We have set up the room to allow more space building in the block area. Our PVC pipes will allow the children to create ramps, slides, and fun towers. Our small materials—like gems, pipe cleaners, and colored wooden pieces—encourage finemotor manipulation and creativity, as the children can create open-ended pictures in picture frames. After the students have the chance to explore the different stations and materials, we hope they can be a part of the process in setting up these areas.”
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GRANDPARENTS AND ALUMNI GRANDPARENTS continued from page 32 Johnnie Sue and Henry Fenimore Shirlonda and Leo Fields Colleen FitzGerald Greg Fleming Jane Fouracre Donna and Ted Frentzel Carol and Barry Fry Marilyn and Jim Gaylor Diana and Bob Gelman Kay Gibbons Margie and John Goodier Suzanne and Edward Grandel Karen and Ken Hackett Elaine and Richard Handloff Barbara and Buzz Helmecki Valerie Hill Ruth and Lowell Hoffman Jackie and Arthur Holveck John Horisk Judith Harlow-Huben and Stephen Huben Charlotte Hublein Olga Hunt Ailene and Robert Ickes Judy Jones Helen and Floyd Joyner Lorraine and Robert Julian Elaine and Fred Kahler Bette Keiser Marly and Miles Kessinger Janet and Calvin Koonce Laura and Jim Kurtz Helen and Ernie Lareau Laurie LePage Pat and Glenn Lieske Mimi and Charlie Link Jane and Wendell Lloyd Pat and Fran Loeffelholz Maraleta and Jack Malloy Carmelita and Napoleon Manubay Ellie and Ron Maroney Anne and Les Matier Joanne and Frank Mayer Helen and Sam McMonagle Lynne Milkovics Margy and Thomas Montante Susan and Reza Moqtaderi Robynn Morrison Sue Needham Dawn and Bob Oas Donna O’Brian Suzanne and Tim O’Connell MaryAnn and Robert Palute Margaret Parsons Pratima and Bachu Patel Carolyn Polis Karen and Ken Porter Bodgie Read Jane Rees Carol Reid Sandra Roach Dorothy and Emil Sakmary Alice and Bud Scott Mary and Paul Serdiuk Bonnie Sherr Phyllis Shone Eleanor and Stan Stevenson Clark Stull Jan and Gary Taylor Kathy and Rod Valenta Carla Wasniewski Louise Whipple Charlene and David Wieland Jane Wiggin Richard Wilson Pauline and Thomas Winner Deborah Wright Valerie and James Young Gail and Charles Zimmer Leann and Richard Zolper
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FORMER FACULTY Peter Aastad ’73 Dana Anderson Dottie Andrews Peter Buttenheim Lisbeth Chapin ’75 André Dagenais Sue Dagenais Ann Davis Susan DeSantis Rita Dietrich Gloria Diodato Paris Waterman Dupree ’07 Fred Eck Sue and Ken Eckhardt Dennis Facciolo Sandy Hammonds Nancy Hebard Amy Hetrick Lloyd Johns Rick Johnson Kristi Kerins Sandy King Marian Sawin Langerak ’43 Carol Mayo Chip Mayo Carol Moore Lisa Nowicki Frances Petersen Bodgie Read Bart Reese Bill Sawin ’45 Jennifer Trickey Janet Upton Sarah Watson ’85 Joan Welsh Christine Yasik Rich Yates, Jr. ’78AA
TRUSTEE EMERITI AND PAST TRUSTEE Thomas Allingham Paul Bente Newton Brosius John Corrozi Martina Crompton ’74 James Dalle Pazze Kyle DiPietro Charles Fleischmann O. Wells Foster Sandra Hammonds Kathryn Herzog S. Deirdre Johnston Kristi Kerins Alexandra King Doris LeStourgeon Alan Levin Jennifer Madden Guy Marcozzi Andrea Martin ’71 Bonnie Meszaros Ken Nachbar Thomas Roosevelt Thomas Salvatore Lawrence Silver Juanita Stevenson Sharon Struthers William Ward Clifton Wise ’84 Elizabeth Yung
FRIENDS Charlene and Arthur Emlen Genny Esayian Catherine and Richard Julian Linda and J-P Laurenceau Jay Leaning and Jack Baroudi Tom Lemon Bob and Elizabeth Miller Ray Russell Janet Squires Peter Wu and Yichao Zhu continued on page 38
Why I give to
Mark Shields, Teacher Gives to the Annual Fund “I personally want to support Sanford because this special school and community have always given so much back to me and also to my daughter and son who were Sanford lifers. Even a modest donation helps and the level of participation by different constituent groups is crucial when Sanford is being considered for institutional grants. “With regard to alumni, Sanford has great facilities, a beautiful campus, and top-notch academics/arts/athletics that all support our ‘no talent lies latent’ motto. What really makes this place special, however, are the people! I have been so fortunate to teach, coach, and get to know thousands of students over my 32 years at Sanford. When they graduate, I hope to keep in touch with as many of our alumni as possible; I am always very interested in hearing about their lives after Sanford!”
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A range of constituents, from alumni to parents to faculty, shared their personal reasons
for supporting Sanford. Their testimonials capture their commitment to Sanford with the hopes that they might inspire others to do the same.
Vipul Tandon ’91, Alumnus Mentors Sanford alums in NYC
Whitney King ’08, Alumnus Organizes Homecoming Cabaret
Kim and Scott Wilkinson ’94, Parents Support growth and excellence
“When I was an eighth grader, I took an academic test and was awarded a scholarship to attend Sanford School. Coming from the public-school system, my math and science backgrounds were fine, but teachers like Mr. Johns and Mrs. Vermeychuk had to work very hard to elevate my writing skills, which were lacking. Sanford put me on a trajectory that led to the University of Pennsylvania and then to a successful career on Wall Street in New York City.
“I spent four years working in fundraising after I graduated from college. I know the value and importance of establishing a reoccurring donor base. I had wonderful experiences as a Sanford student, and I am happy to be one of Sanford’s supporters. I started donating upon graduation and look forward to continuing on this path of consistent support for my alma mater.
“We understand that tuition alone does not meet all of the expenses of the school, and we have consistently chosen to help further support programs and projects that are near to our family’s heart. Our most recent donations have been to enhance the wrestling program. The coaches and team members are a tight-knit group, and we wanted to show our appreciation for their efforts by helping to expand their program. Sanford School provides the most dedicated group of faculty, staff, and coaches that we could wish to have interact with our sons [Ben ’21 and Charles ’26]. We hope that monetary contributions, such as ours, will continue to enrich the school’s growth and overall excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts.”
“When the Development Office asked me to help coordinate a small Sanford alumni event in NYC, I was happy to help. That was when I first met Head of School Mark Anderson, a man I have come to admire for his dedication and foresight. When Mark asked me to help fund a Founder’s Day Scholarship, I recognized it as a chance for me to ‘Pay It Forward’ and help other deserving students have the chance to benefit from a Sanford School education. Additionally, I am proud to act as a mentor to students from Sanford who are hoping to enjoy a similar career in NYC’s finance industry.”
“Sanford’s Repertory Theatre Company (SRTC) was an important part of my time at the school, and I enjoy being able to maintain connections with Mr. Williams and the performing arts instructors. For the past six years during Homecoming, a small group of us have put on a casual cabaret performance, which evokes those memories for us and for our families. We also model for the current students that their time on the Geipel stage does not have to end with their graduation. It is fun to continue to make Sanford memories.”
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FRIENDS continued from page 36 Susan and Mark Ziegler Agilent Technologies Amazon Smile American Express Philanthropy AstraZeneca Bank of America Benevity Community Impact Fund CA Technologies Consiva Delaware Rush Soccer Discover Financial Services Exelon Corporation Freeh Group International G & E Welding Supply Co Inc. GlaxoSmithKline Glenmede Incyte Corporation Koonce Foundation Inc. Lantana Veterinary Center Merck Company Foundation Monomoy Fund, Inc. MUFG Quizzo QVC Service Unlimited, Inc. Soros Fund Management TEGNA US Bank Employee MG Program Wachovia/Wells Fargo
HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFTS In Honor of Stella ’22, Finley ’24, and Oliver Anderson ’27 Ann and Bruce Anderson In Honor of Caden Miller ’30 Francine Amelio and Michael Klein
In Honor of Ceil Baum, Jaime Morgan ’02 and the Lafferty Family Nicole and Sandor Kovacs In Honor of Sanford Girls and Boys Basketball Teams Maraleta and Jack Malloy Nancy and Jim McKeon Chris and Jamie Mosberg Herb Parris ’78 Sharon and Ric Struthers Lisa Lloyd-Washington and Shun Washington In Honor of The Krape Family Helen and Sam McMonagle In Honor of Ceil Baum Jon Messano ’04 In Honor of Stefanie ’06 and Aaron ’09 Moyer Erika and Steve Moyer In Honor of Liliana Censurato ’25 Suzanne and Tim O’Connell In Honor of Beatrice Cope and Jeremy Rasemas ’24 Cynthia ’77 and Joe Rasemas In Honor of Jack Valentine ’20 Andrea and John Valentine In Honor of Alex Vermeychuk ’95 Jim Ward ’95
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In Memory of Helen Vermeychuk Dennis Facciolo In Memory of Dick Pratt ’55 Rick Huddelson ’55 In Memory of Justin Hollinger Seema Malkani ’91 In Memory of John Squires ’67 Bob and Elizabeth Miller In Memory of Keith Russell ’89 and Christina Russell Jennifer Oberle-Howard ’91 and Adam K. Howard In Memory of Linda Wilson Richard Wilson
ENDOWMENT FUND Gifts to the Endowment Fund are an investment in the future of Sanford School. These assets are managed to assure future generations of students benefit from the school’s long history of providing outstanding learning opportunities. We remain proud of Sanford’s past and, through the generosity of the following donors, look forward with confidence.
In Honor of Madeline Wilson ’26 Richard Wilson
CHIP AND DEBBIE MACKELCAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In Honor of Ryan Russell ’19 Christina Russell
Presents a monetary award annually to a MacKelcan Scholar—a student who demonstrates academic achievement, positive school citizenship and financial need. The fund was established to honor former Head of School Chip McKelcan and his wife Debbie. The MacKelcan Scholar remains anonymous. Frances and Peter Buttenheim Christine and John Yasik
In Honor of Samantha Marie Pollich ’19 Cynthia and John Pollich In Honor of Stan Waterman Paris Waterman Dupree ’07 In Honor of Patti Bescript Freeh Group International
DAGENAIS AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP IN TEACHING
In Honor of Nick Coviello ’12 Karen and Joe Coviello
In Memory of Marian Langerak ’43 Genny Esayian Sandy Dudley ’65 Catherine and Richard Julian Lorie and Mick MacLeish Danny Seymour ’67 Phyllis Shone
In Honor of Lower School Faculty Rita and Don Dietrich
In Memory of Gregg Bacchieri Nicol and Mark Anderson
Annually recognizes a faculty member who is a mentor, going above and beyond for their students and colleagues. The fund was established to honor former Sanford faculty members André and Susan Dagenais. Our 2019 recipient was Elizabeth Capone. Frances and Peter Buttenheim
In Honor of Luke ’24 and Brett Filliben ’27 Megan Broomall-Filliben and Joel Filliben
In Memory of Mac and Lucille Peller Marci Bakke ’69
JOHNS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING
In Honor of Dave May Danielle Fleming ’11
In Memory of Paul J. Bruxelles Michele Bruxelles
In Honor of the dedicated, talented and inspiring faculty and leadership of Sanford School Greg Fleming
In Memory of Leonard John Davis Frances and Peter Buttenheim
Annually recognizes a faculty member who challenges students to believe in themselves, work hard, dream, and achieve. The fund was established to honor former faculty member Lloyd Johns. The 2019 recipient was Wendy Nashed. Frances and Peter Buttenheim
In Honor of Jaime Arruda ’94 and Erin Arruda Timmer ’96 Susan and Paul Arruda
In Honor of Benjamin Cooney ’31 Jane Fouracre In Honor of The Zimmer Family Judith Harlow-Huben and Stephen Huben In Honor of Cameron Sherr ’24 John Horisk Bonnie Sherr In Honor of Kim Madden Moore ’09 and Nick Madden ’12 Judy Jones In Honor of Alex ’23 and Abby Krape ’26 Marly and Miles Kessinger
In Memory of Deeg Sezna ’97 Susan and Jim Curtis Amy Hetrick In Memory of G. Howard Stike Phil Donahue ’16
HELEN VERMEYCHUK SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In Memory of Paul H. Donovan Marguerite Donovan
Annually recognizes a student at graduation whose potential inspires a teacher’s best efforts. The fund was established to honor former faculty member Helen Vermeychuk, who died in 2008. Our 2019 recipient was Tommy Bloom ’19. Frances and Peter Buttenheim
In Memory of Eric Duerr ’15 Rebecca Goodier ’15 Kathleen and Matt Goodier In Memory of Robert Dunn ’68 Diane and Andy Dunn ’69 In Memory of Ellie Mattersdorff ’46 Charlene and Arthur Emlen
PAUL DONOVAN MEMORIAL FUND Annually recognizes a faculty member who has been distinguished in his or her work in
the area of professional development. The fund was established to honor former faculty member Paul Donovan, former Sanford World Language Chair. Our 2019 recipient was Candyce Hublein-Pizzala. Frances and Peter Buttenheim
STAN WATERMAN FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN COACHING Sanford school created this endowed fund to recognize an exceptional Sanford caoch who embodies Stan Waterman’s high moral character, dedication to the development of the whole athlete and outstanding sportmanship. The 2019 recipient was Lizzy Lancellotti ’02. Frances and Peter Buttenheim Paris Waterman Dupree ’07
KENNETH JONES MEMORIAL CHAPEL FUND Christine and John Yasik
ATHLETIC FIELD CAMPAIGN Emily and Steve Amendum Nicol and Mark Anderson Sue and Dan Bachtle Lisa and Chuck Bartoli Traci and Ron Bauguess Liz and RT Christopher Laurie Conslato Francis Cornwall Laura and Ken Gaylor Jennifer A. Oberle-Howard and Adam K. Howard Diane and David Kedash Melanie and Kevin Keller Michelle and Roger Kerzner Jackie and Eddie Leo The Musser Family Jennifer and Michael Steiner Heather and Greg Taylor Megan van Herwaarden Lynn and Mike Zbranak Lyn Hughes Ltd. Anonymous
TENNIS COURTS
The following individuals made gifts restricted for a particular purpose that benefits the school. John Babcock Pamela and James Baird Cathy and Ty Burns Amy ’02 and Jamie Clark Heather and Ted Dwyer Mr. Ted Dwyer, Jr. Jill and Chris Grant Heather and Andy Jefferson Melissa and Bill Lafferty Marnie Langerak Nancy and Jim McKeon Colleen and Charles Meredith Nancy and Michael Pia Nina Burnaford and Jeffrey Seder Nancy Horisk-Sherr and Scott Sherr ’87AA Aimee and Scott Timmons Kimberly and Adam Wahl Kim and Scott Wilkinson ’94 Scholarship America Anonymous
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We make every effort to list donors correctly. If we have made an error with your listing, or if you feel you should be included and are not, please contact the Development Office at 302.235.6511 or development@sanfordschool.org.
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GIFTS IN KIND Pam and Tom Allingham Stacey Bacchieri Cecilie Zwick Coker and David Coker Charleyne Drysdale-Conde and Emmanuel Conde Amy and Mark Cozine Li Liang and Larry Duan Helen and Mike Duzy Aimee and Todd Flubacher Sophia and Leon Fotakos Laura and Ken Gaylor Laura and Matt Giardina Joann and Tom Hollinger Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Jones Marnie Langerak Amy Janssen-Lucky and Tim Lucky Karen and Kevin Needham Melissa and Larry Rufo Lon Schlussel Lydia Cox and Gregg Somerville Gina and Stan Sykora Carol and Ed Warner Andrea and Tom Winner Giordanos Restaurant Culinart Ole Tapas Lounge and Restaurant Master Sidlow and Associates
2018–2019 OPERATING INCOME Net Tuition–$9,238,604 (77%) Annual Fund–$581,350 (5%) Other Contributions–$1,148,847 (9%) Auxiliary Programs and Activities–$390,620 (3%) Draw from Endowment–$450,000 (4%) Other Income–$204,206 (2%) Total Income–$12,013,627
2018–2019 OPERATING EXPENSES Salaries and Benefits–$8,246,217 (70%)
EVERGREEN SOCIETY Members of the Evergreen Society help to secure Sanford’s future through a planned gift or by including Sanford as a charitable recipient in their will. Listed below are the members of the Evergreen Society, including those whose generous pledges have been fulfilled. Otis Brown ’58 *Frank J. Delle Donne *Elisabeth Harrington Deveraux ’39 Linda Dulin ’68 Jean Jewett Fawcett ’47 Regina Fogwell Jerry Gebhard ’65 Susan Lynch Henry ’44 *Joan E. Homan ’54 *Marian Sawin Langerak ’43 Kendrick Lee, Jr. ’56 John D. McGuin Jennifer McKay Patricia Clarke Miller ’82 *Claire B. Olsen Jacquelin Pitts ’55 *Nancy C. Sawin William Sawin ’45 William Shaw, Jr. ’50 *John Squires ’67 Christine M. Yasik *Indicates that the member is deceased
Instructional Expenses–$722,596 (6%) Plant Operations–$1,075,048 (9%) Auxiliary Programs and Activities–$234,327 (2%) Administation and General Expenses–$805,730 (7%) Capital Expenditures–$758,791 (6%) Total Expenses–11,842,709
2018–2019 SUMMARY OF GIVING Annual Fund Restricted Giving Endowment Gifts Total
$581,350 $833,390 $300,047 $1,714,787
2018–2019 ANNUAL FUND GIVING Trustees Faculty and Staff Current Partnets Alumni Parents of Alumni Grandparents Foundations and Corporations Corporate Matches Other Total
Amount $199,487 $33,136 $125,790 $97,435 $55,119 $31,886 $6,400 $16,224 $15,873 $581,350
Sanford % of Participation 100% 100% 60% 8% 10%
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Summer & Fall Highlights shared through the lenses of social media THESE ARE A FEW OF THE POSTS THAT APPEARED ON OUR PAGES.
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sanfordwarrior “I’ve met so many great people at Sanford. I’ve had opportunities to try new experiences that I ended up loving, and have been encouraged to work hard for the things I’m passionate about. I’m optimistic for the years ahead.” – Rising 10th grader Ava McCoy-Johnson reflects on her experience so far as a Sanford student.
“I look back on my days at Sanford and have nothing but fantastic things to say. I learned exceptional social skills, unparalleled academic knowledge and a desire to want to learn and grow more.” – Sanford alumna Ashley White Palandrani ’99 reflects on how her Sanford experience helped her along the way in her career as a business owner.
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It was a big Sanford turnout on Sunday at the American Heart Association’s Wilmington Heart Walk to support alum Amit Dua ’00! Thanks to all who came out!
Congratulations to Katie Zabel ’21 and Jason Lamey ’21 who were both chosen to represent Sanford School at the August 2019 DIAA Student-Leadership Conference. A special shoutout to Katie who was additionally selected by DIAA to be one of four students to represent Delaware at the NFHS National Student Leadership Summit in Indianapolis, IN from July 22-24, 2019. #sanfordwarriors #notalentlieslatent #DIAA #sanfordathletes #sanfordcommunity
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sanfordwarrior We are so proud of the ambition and dedication shown by Savannah Shepherd, Sanford class of 2020! Recently, she has driven a movement to install a memorial in Prices Corner, DE remembering the 1903 lynching of George White. This is an important part of history, and the animosity behind this, and many similar events, must be acknowledged, confronted, and never forgotten. Savannah’s hope was that memorializing this history would start a meaningful dialogue, build understanding, and spark healing.
Sanford School Sanford’s official first day of school was today! We were excited to welcome all of our students to campus from our new Preschool students to our seniors who celebrated their last first day. #sanfordfirstdayofschool #sanfordclassof2020 #sanfordclassof2034
Yesterday was such a great first day for our Sanford community! The energy on campus could be felt by all of our faculty. Check out our passionate music and performing arts teachers, who were just as excited as their students to get that creativity ball rolling! #sanfordwarriors #sanfordcommunity #musicatsanford #sanfordfaculty
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Sanford School Sanford Alum Logan Herring ’00 was recognized at the Delaware Changing Lives Celebration Event for his contributions to revitalizing Riverside as a “Purpose Built Community” as the CEO of Kingswood Community Center. Watch his presentation: https://youtu.be/ jLBs_8omvfI. We are proud!
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Some of our most recent alumni from the class of 2019 (and veteran Sanford soccer players) came out last week to reconnect with the current soccer team and Varsity Head Coach Max Schneider!
Sanford School “Although none of our current students had the opportunity to know Deeg personally, when they walk across or sit at one of the picnic tables on Deeg’s Deck, it would be nice for them to know that just like them, Sanford was a special place for Deeg and that he was very involved in our school community as the president of his class, athlete, and talented student. Deeg had big plans for the future and had just recently started a new job in the World Trade Center. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to both teach and coach Deeg.” –Mark Shields, Upper School History Instructor
Today, we took the time to honor and remember those who were lost in the September 11th tragedy. Davis “Deeg” Grier Sezna, Jr., Class of 1997, was among the victims that died in the World Trade Center. Our dining hall deck, Deeg’s Deck, is named in honor of him.
Recent Sanford graduate John Pelesko ’19 reflects on how Sanford has prepared him as he begins college at the University of Delaware: “Sanford has prepared me well. I don’t have to worry about the rigorous academics of college—I am only excited.”
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Congratulations to Annie Leo ’21 who made a verbal commitment to play lacrosse at Drexel University! Warrior pride!!! #sanfordathletics #delhs
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We celebrated Convocation today! It is the first all-school gathering that rings in the new school year. Our seniors walked in with their kindergarten buddies, and the Class of 2020 was introduced. We are looking forward to a terrific school year!
Senior Brianna Kung has announced her commitment to play lacrosse for Albright College! Congratulations, Bri! #sanfordathletics #delhs
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2018 FALL HONORS VOLLEYBALL
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2nd Team All-Conference: Jameson Volko
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SOCCER 1st Team All-Conference: Trent Wall, Jack Leo 2nd Team All-Conference: Andrew Cedillo, Ryan McKeon All-State Third-Team All-Rep: Trent Wall Senior All-Star Game: Trent Wall; Dave DuHadaway (coaching)
FIELD HOCKEY 1st Team All-Conference: Evan Amendum, Gabriela Hunt 2nd Team All-Conference: Katie Zabel, Cameron Smith, Hannah Bescript All-State 2nd Team: Evan Amendum Senior All-Star Game: Patricia Donahue
CROSS COUNTRY DISC Championships 1st Team All-Conference: Zi Burns N5CTA Team MVP’s: Joseph Harwell
SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS Volleyball: Taryn-Marie Jenkins (Upper School), Hailey Bianchi (Middle School) Soccer: Trent Wall (Upper School), Nic Karpinski (Middle School) Field Hockey: Patricia Donahue (Upper School), Tatiana Maroney (Middle School) Girls’ Cross Country: Lia Dougherty (Upper School) Boys’ Cross Country: Greg Fleming (Upper School), Sean Forrest (Middle School)
Congratulations GABRIELA HUNT,
who was named a 3rd-place DIAA/Harry Roberts Senior Scholar-Athlete Award winner. — MacKelcan Award winners
WILLIAM ZIMMER, HANNAH BESCRIPT, TARYN-MARIE JENKINS, PATRICIA DONAHUE, GABRIELA HUNT.
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GIRLS’ BASKETBALL DISC Conference Champions State Champions 1st Team All-Conference: Lauren Park, Olivia Tucker, Samantha Pollich, Allie Kubek 2nd Team All-Conference: Kanisa Tucker DIBCA Top 15—North: Lauren Park, Olivia Tucker, Samantha Pollich, Allie Kubek 1st Team All-State: Lauren Park 2nd Team All-State: Allie Kubek, Olivia Tucker Honorable Mention All-State: Samantha Pollich McDonald’s All-American nominees: Lauren Park, Olivia Tucker Gatorade State Player of Year nominee: Lauren Park News Journal Player of the Year: Lauren Park 1,000 Points: Lauren Park, Olivia Tucker Blue/Gold Senior All-Star Game: Samantha Pollich, Olivia Tucker, Lauren Park
BOYS’ BASKETBALL DISC Conference Champions State Champions 1st Team All-Conference: Jyare Davis, Nnanna Njoku, Corey Perkins, Hassan Perkins 2nd Team All-Conference: Ryan McKeon DIBCA Top 15—North: Jyare Davis, Nnanna Njoku, Corey Perkins 1st Team All-State: Jyare Davis 3rd Team All-State: Corey Perkins Honorable Mention All-State: Hassan Perkins Gatorade State Player of Year: Jyare Davis 1,000 Points: Jyare Davis, Hassan Perkins
WRESTLING DISC Meet: 1st Place Conference Champion and 1st Team All-Conference: Justin Griffith, Jason Lamey 2nd Team All-Conference: Wyatt Seder-Burnaford 3rd Team All-Conference: Colton Ferguson, Ben Wilkinson DISC meet Outstanding Wrestler Award: Justin Griffith DIAA Individual State Championship Qualifiers: Justin Griffith, Jason Lamey All-State Wrestlers: 2nd Team: Justin Griffith DWA Academic All-State 1st Team: Wyatt Seder-Burnaford, Andrew Kedash Honorable Mention: Tayg Murray, Justin Griffith
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SWIMMING 1st Team All-Conference: Aaron Lafferty, Jacob Lafferty, Aaron Wilmore, Bella Warner 2nd Team All-Conference: Annie Christopher, Gabriela Hunt 1st Team All-State: Bella Warner, Aaron Wilmore 2nd Team All-State: Aaron Lafferty, Jacob Lafferty Honorable Mention All-State: Annie Christopher All-State Banquet Team MVP’s: Nick Luckangelo, Gabriela Hunt
SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS Girls’ Basketball: Olivia Tucker (Upper School), Tatiana Maroney (Middle School) Boys’ Basketball: Ryan McKeon (Upper School), Sean Forrest (Middle School) Wrestling: Andrew Kedash (Upper School), Kevin Young (Middle School) Girls’ Swimming: Melissa Daniels (Upper School) Boys’ Swimming: Aaron Lafferty (Upper School) Winter Track: Patricia Donahue (Upper School), Milo Watson (Upper School), Annabelle Bagdon (Middle School), Jack Lazarski (Middle School) Dance: Amelia Xu (Upper School)
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Advanced to the 2nd round of the DIAA State Tournament 1st Team All-Conference: Thomas Bloom, Tim Lucky, Devon Lucky, Jack Leo, Xander Baugess 2nd Team All-Conference: Xander Binnersley, Colin Campbell, Nate LaMonte 1st Team All-State: Tommy Bloom, Tim Lucky 3rd Team All-State: Xander Baugess Honorable Mention All-State: Devon Lucky Senior All-Star Game: Nathan LaMonte, Jack Leo, Thomas Bloom
GIRLS’ LACROSSE 1st Team All-Conference: Annie Leo, Katie Zabel 2nd Team All-Conference: Bri Kung, Dasia Straker Honorable Mention All-Conference: Annie Christopher
BASEBALL 1st Team All-Conference: Henry Nolte 2nd Team All-Conference: Jack Valentine, Dylan Smallwood, Trent Wall, Isiah Bracey,
SOCCER Advanced to the quarterfinals of DIAA D2 Tourney 1st Team All-Conference: Evan Amendum, Olivia Cornwall, Caitlin Llellwyn, Stella Anderson, Morgan Shirley 2nd Team All-Conference: Ashley Phouthavongsa, Michaela Tessein, Hannah Bescript 2019 Top XI Delaware Girls’ Team: Evan Amendum 1st Team All-State: Evan Amendum 2ndt Team All-State: Olivia Cornwall Senior All-Star Game: Hannah Bescript
BOYS’ TENNIS William Zimmer/Christopher Keiser (2nd doubles) advanced to DIAA state semi-finals John Pelesko (3rd singles) advanced to DIAA state semi-finals
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Girls’ Lacrosse: Annie Christopher (Upper School), Annabelle Bagdon (Middle School) Boys’ Lacrosse: Jack Leo (Upper School), Andrew Taylor (Middle School) Girls’ Soccer: Gabriela Hunt (Upper School), Helena Coker (Middle School) Girls’ Tennis: Nithya Gadde (Upper School), Erin Milligan (Middle School) Boys’ Tennis: William Zimmer (Upper School), Justin Griffith (Middle School) Baseball: Trent Wall (Upper School), John Casale (Middle School) Golf: Andrew Bebbington (Upper School) Sailing: Albert Opher (Upper School)
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Sanford Alumni Notes Sanford Alumni Notes Sanford Celebrates and Honors Alumni Alumni were welcomed back to campus on Saturday, June 15, 2019 for our Annual Alumni Reunion. The day included special recognition of the Class of 1969 who celebrated their 50th reunion, a luncheon, and the Alumni Awards ceremony. Jackie Pitts ’55 delivered a special presentation in the Kenneth D. Jones Memorial Chapel, which was renovated and rededicated in May of 2019. Alumni enjoyed exploring the campus and creating their own succulent gardens to take home. In the evening, alumni and their families were welcomed back for local favorites of barbecued food and ice cream from Woodside Farm Creamery.
✱ Save the date for next year: Saturday, June 13, 2020. Congratulations to our 2019 Sanford Athletics Hall of Fame inductees (from left to right): Conrad and Matt Huskey, who accepted the award on behalf of Phyllis Huskey, a beloved school nurse and dedicated Sanford Warrior; members of the 2003 State Championship Boys’ Tennis Team—Adam Salem ’04, Coach Lloyd Johns, Dan Honig ’03, and David Rodeck ’05; and, Jaqueline Crowell Sham ’70, who was an outstanding three-sport athlete at Sanford and a member of the US Lacrosse Team after graduation. These stellar contributors to our athletic program were inducted during Homecoming weekend. Make sure you check out the next issue of SANFORD, which will include photos and memories from Homecoming 2019.
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Sanford Alumni Notes Sanford Alumni Notes ✱ Congratulations to our Alumni Award winners Three notable alumni were presented the Sanford School Alumni Award. The honors are awarded annually to alumni or associate alumni who have distinguished themselves in their profession, through other achievements, and/or service to Sanford School. This year’s recipients were Phillip Hanny ’69, Curtis Kiefer ’69 and Ellen Kinney ’89.
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hile at Sanford, Phillip Hanny actively pursued his talents. He served as an audio visual aide, was a contributor and editor of the Golden Leaves, and performed in “Our Town and The Curious Savage” and “Inherit the Wind.” He participated in band and choir but his photo of himself with his camera on his yearbook page may have foreseen the future life work of this well-rounded student. After leaving Sanford, Phil received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Randolph Macon College in Ashland, Virginia. For most of his life, he has been involved with art in one way or another. He began as a photographer and later studied art with Frank Delle Donne, art teacher at Sanford School. In his mid-twenties, he became director of the Brandywine Arts Festival, a position he held for more than 30 years. In 1997, the Brandywine Arts Festival, under his leadership, was awarded the Governor’s Tourism Award from the Division of Economic Development. He served for a time as administrator of a drawing from life atelier where he had the great fortune to work with Gus Sermas. Recently, he has become fascinated with using photography, art, and technology to produce digital images—a pursuit which occupies much of his free time. He recently retired as executive director of Granville County Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing organization working in nearly 1,400 communities across the United States and in approximately 70 countries around the world. Habitat’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. In 2006 he was the recipient of the Founder’s Award from the Claymont Community Center for his work with fundraising.
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hile at Sanford Ellen Chung Kinney was a member of the volleyball team, National Honor Society, and National Spanish Honor Society and was also active in student government, the Key Club, stage band, and chorus. Ellen graduated from the The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s of Science in Economics, Finance and Political Science. She went on to the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, receiving her Master of Business Administration in Finance, Marketing and Management. After earning her MBS, Ellen’s career took her across the country and overseas. From Seattle Washington to the United Kingdom, Ellen worked for companies such as JPMorgan Chase and Barclays. She built Starbuck’s customer analytics organization from the ground up. Starting in 2013, her team drove the personalization capabilities in the My Starbucks Rewards program and developed one of the industry’s first on-demand purchasing apps, Mobile Order and Pay. In her most recent role with Amazon, she launched the Women@Payments Initiative seeking to hire, develop, and retain women to work in the fin-tech industry spanning over 1,000 women worldwide. In many ways it is the culmination of 25 years of hard work where she can now grow and develop others in the industry. It is a way of “paying it forward” to the many individuals and organizations who have supported her to date. In addition to the special projects and accomplishments in her fulltime roles, she has also been a leader for the Executive Development Institute, an organization that supports largely first- and secondgeneration Asian and Pacific Islanders and Hispanics in launching and managing their business careers in a manner than recognizes and leverages their unique cultural differences. Through these efforts, EDI is committed to building a community of diverse global leaders. She is also personally proud of doing all the above while also raising two young girls—Deirdre (age 13) and Moira (age 10). continued on page 52
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hile at Sanford, Curtis played basketball and tennis, was a member of the Club, wrote for the Golden Leaves, contributed to the yearbook and enjoyed his time with the Travel Club.
recognized by parents and children of all ages as the library storyteller and was known for leading “Shake Out Your Sillies.” He worked to make the library a “safe space” for teenagers.
His earliest schooling was at Marymount School, in Rome, Italy, where he was speaking three languages. He graduated from Sanford and received his baccalaureate from Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland. He received his master’s degree from Drexel University School of Library and Information Science in Philadelphia.
He advocated for parenting programs and teaching skills to help families raise their children. He also recognized that libraries could support more than books and literacy, fostering musical and other cultural programs. He believed strongly that the library should partner with community organizations and institutions.
Shortly before his death, he talked with friends about his “charmed life,” recounting that at all stages in his life he felt loved and spoke of the happiness and peace that this brought to his life.
Curtis loved people. He became a seasoned and often opinionated conversationalist, delivering his thoughts with humor or peppered quick repartee. He was never closedminded, for he was inquisitive and willing and anxious to learn new things.
On November 11, 2011, he married Walter A. Frankel, his partner of 30 years. The ceremony took place in West Sand Lake, New York, with family and friends. Though he lived in several places, he considered Wilmington, Delaware his home until he moved to Corvallis, Oregon, which became his cherished home.
In retirement, he did the New York Times crossword puzzle daily and began taking piano lessons. He had a lifelong love of all music, particularly opera, and especially those of Richard Wagner. Ballet was one of his passions, from taking his first ballet classes in his twenties to traveling to Milan, Italy to see his favorite dancer.
Before pursuing his library degree, he was On Her Majesty’s Service as a high school music teacher in Nassau, Bahamas. These two years developed into a lifelong interest in the British royal family. His first employment as a librarian was at the Free Library of Philadelphia, where he worked in the Central Music Department, as well as two of the regional libraries. He managed the George Institute Library and ended as head of the Central Children’s Department. In 1993, he accepted the position of youth services manager at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, from which he retired in 2014.
Travel was an integral part of his life. He enjoyed visiting museums, historical sites, and shopping. He had an eye for style, particularly in his clothing. This extended to design, architecture, and decorating; and he also collected art, china, crystal, silver, and linen. For 20 years, he could be seen driving his Miata about Corvallis, enjoying the many months he could have the top down. His joie de vivre extended to entertaining and cooking, and he had a special attachment to his dogs. He was at ease with and open about being gay, attending two marches on Washington for gay rights. He was invited to speak to community groups about his sexual orientation. With his husband, he was an active plaintiff in the Oregon court cases for marriage equality. He is survived by his loved husband of 37 years, Walter Frankel, as well as by his loving sister-in-law, Christine Fedory; and his nieces, Anne Ragoni and Eileen Fedory.
He restructured youth programming with a foundation in developmental psychology and educational theory. He introduced infant story times and particularly enjoyed working with preschool children. Throughout the community, he was
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Sanford Alumni Notes Sanford Alumni Notes Class of 2015 UPDATE Joseph Basciani ’15 graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a certificate in legal studies. While at UGA Joe studied abroad, researching European legislative systems in Verona, Italy and economic and societal sustainability in Australia and New Zealand. Currently, he serves as a managing owner and director of corporate finance for Basciani Foods Inc., directly involved with the oversight and management of over 90 million pounds of mushrooms distributed annually.
Kate Holden ’15 (below) attended the University of Delaware, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communication. Kate was selected as the student speaker at the Department of Communication’s Convocation Ceremony, where she was also presented with the Department of Communication Faculty Award. She graduated summa cum laude. Kate was a social
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media and outreach intern for Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long for two semesters and now works as a promotions assistant for Beasley Media Group (WJBR), as a communications intern for Housing Alliance Delaware, and a digital production intern for the University of Delaware Ayanna Thompson ’15 (right) is a graduate of Rosemont College, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Ayanna completed an internship with ABA2DAY—Applied Behavior Analysis Services—where she helped clients through the use of scientifically derived principles to address behavioral problems and Autism needs. A four-year member of the women’s basketball team, Ayanna earned first team all-conference honors and served as captain. She is a member of the 500 assist club and is the alltime leader of assists in Rosemont history. In addition to athletics, Ayanna served as a board member for the Black Student Union. She is currently working with individuals with special needs, aspires to become a State Trooper and plans to return to school for her master’s degree in Psychology. Trevor Schlack ’15 is currently working as a research assistant in a biophysics lab at Portland State University and plans to start a graduate program in astronomy/planetary science next year. Trevor completed his undergraduate work at Reed
College, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Physics. Trevor’s thesis examined how close to the center of our galaxy we could expect to find other planets like Earth. He is also involved in an attempt to make the world’s largest piece of chalk. Elise Wiesnegger ’15 began the Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Johns Hopkins University in August. She also plans to pursue a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) to become a nurse practitioner. Elise is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of McDaniel College, with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and a Minor in Biology. During her time at McDaniel, she was involved in Alpha Phi Omego (APO) National Service Fraternity and Student Government, while serving as a Student Athletic Trainer for the McDaniel football team.
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The Second Annual Warrior Showcase, held in the Rubin Family Auditorium, on Friday, April 26, 2019, rocked the Geipel Center with outstanding performances from members of the Upper School community. In the photo, Performing Arts Instructor Jeff Molush sings with the A Cappella Club. This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2020. We hope you can join us.