Our Bright Future

IT MAY TAKE A VILLAGE

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In the course of his studies, Parker Stewart uncovered “Google Project Sunroof,” a Google app that allows users to check out the solar potential of any address entered. Parker did what we all do when presented with a new app; he explored, and more specifically, he explored places he knew: his home, his neighborhood, and of course, Sayre School.

THE PODIUM is a magazine published

by Sayre School.

EDITORS Mary Breeding John & Carolyn Hackworth Barb Milosch Heidi Newman Kristin Seymour

CONTRIBUTORS

SAYRE ENVISIONS A NEW DAY Sayre is ready to embark on a journey. Sayre’s Vision 2030 is the road map to move Sayre forward, to keep the school focused and on course, and to set our students on their way to meaningful and purposeful lives.

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INVESTING IN THE FUTURE

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For many of our alumni, Sayre was the cornerstone to their success. When it came time to choose a school, many wanted the same wonderful opportunity for their children as they enjoyed. While the campus has changed and teachers have come and gone, one thing remains constant: The Sayre Difference. To know it is to love it, which is why these alumni have chosen Sayre for their children’s futures.

FROM THE BOARD THE CLASS OF 2020 SPARTAN HIGHLIGHTS TOGETHER, WE DID IT

Brad Becker Mary Breeding Melanie Driver Rob Goodman ’89 Leslie Isaacs ’69 Bo List Richard Little Stephen Manella Randy Mills Barb Milosch Heidi Newman Timothy O’Rourke Annie Papero Sarah Rushing Kristin Seymour

PHOTOGRAPHY Rebecca Ashby Barb Milosch Patrick Mitchell Phillips Mitchell Shannon Stollings

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OUR MISSION IN ACTION ALUMNI GATHERINGS ALUMNI CLASS NOTES HONOR ROLL OF DONORS

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The title of this year’s Podium—Our Bright Future—might lead one to conclude that the magazine’s focus is on what lies ahead for Sayre. In truth, that is only one part of the story.

Feature articles on the installation of solar panels on campus and the details of Vision 2030, our strategic plan, speak to how we will build on our strengths and continue to innovate in order to fulfill our Mission of creating an environment that inspires students to achieve excellence, embrace challenge, and cultivate integrity.

The majority of the publication, however, provides us with impressive reminders of all that we are as a community. Adjectives like strong, irrepressible, and spirited are all associated with resilience. As we grapple with the realities of operating during a pandemic, the resiliency of this community shines brighter than ever. While we look to the future, let us take time to remember and appreciate the present, for the realities of the present fuel our hopes for the future.

• The accomplishments and college placement of the Class of 2020 and Sayre’s record-breaking number of National Merit Semifinalists for the Class of 2021 serve as reminders of how strong we are as an academic institution.

• Our ability to pivot on short notice last spring to remote learning and then to prepare for in-person instruction this fall with guidelines that changed weekly speaks to our irrepressible commitment to educating our students.

• Our efforts to serve those in need through a Lower School art collaboration with the UK Trauma Center and numerous other endeavors showcase our spirited nature that looks outward with an open and caring heart. The article on Abby Sayre’s work with orphans impacted by the cholera pandemic underscores that this emphasis has been modeled for us since the foundation of the school.

Our future is exceptionally bright, and it is thanks to everyone—parents, students, faculty, alumni, board, administration, and staff. None of this is possible without you. Together, we will navigate the present, celebrate our accomplishments, and build the future.

Be Safe. Be Healthy. Be Spartan Strong.

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OUR BRIGHT FUTURE

Stephen Manella Head of School

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NEW BOARD MEMBERS We are excited to welcome four new members to our Board of Trustees, Class of 2024—John Farris, Joe Palumbo ’94, Anne Pittman, and Michael Thornberry.

John Farris is the founder and president of Lexington-based Commonwealth Economics, which advises local governments on a range of financial needs, and LandFund Partners of Nashville, Tennessee, which develops and manages private investment funds that acquire and hold farmland in the Mississippi River Valley. After graduating from Centre College with majors in economics and philosophy, John continued his studies in economics and finance at Princeton University, where he earned a Master of Public Administration. John and his wife Rebecca have three daughters, two of whom are currently at Sayre—Addie (Class of 2023) and Natalie (Class of 2027). John serves on our Finance and Investment Committees.

Joe Palumbo ’94, after attending Sayre, went to the University of Kentucky where he graduated from the College of Business. He is married to Jennifer, an anchor at WLEX 18, and they have two children at Sayre, Anna (Class of 2023) and John (Class of 2025).

Joe is President of Palumbo Properties and Palumbo Lumber Company in Lexington.

He is a former President of the Kentucky Building Material Dealers and a Buildings Institute Association Executive Committee member and a Calipari Foundation board member. Joe is carrying on the Palumbo family’s longstanding commitment to Sayre; he is the third-generation of Palumbos to serve on the Board of Trustees. He is a member of the Advancement Committee and the current President of the Alumni Association.

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Dr. Anne Pittman worked for the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital and the UK College of Medicine for 18 years where she was an Assistant Professor. After graduating from St. Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana, she went on to earn her medical degree from the St. Louis University School of Medicine, followed by a Residency and Fellowship in Internal Medicine from Washington University in St. Louis. Drs. Anne and Tom Pittman are the parents of Brigid ’16, a recent graduate of Middlebury College.

Anne was an extremely active volunteer at Sayre both during and after Brigid’s tenure.

In April 2019, Anne received the Dorothy M. Miles Award for her commitment to Sayre. She is serving on the Enrollment and Marketing Committee and is a member of the COVID-19 Advisory Task Force.

Michael Thornberry is the Vice-President and co-owner of Powell Valley Millwork, a millwork manufacturing company based east of Lexington. He is active in the building products industry, participating on several boards, including the Kentucky Forest Industries Association and the World Millwork Alliance. Prior to 2014, Michael worked for seven years on Capitol Hill in the office of Senators and Members of Congress, rising to the post of legislative director where he focused on a wide range of issues from military intelligence, transportation and border security. Michael and his wife Abbie have three children, James (Class of 2034) and Ellie (Class of 2035) at Sayre and one-year-old Cate! Michael serves on our Governance and Enrollment and Marketing Committees.

FROM THE BOARD CHAIR What does #TeamSayre mean to me?

We commonly utilize hashtags to encourage our community to explore specific content and to reach our target audience. To me, #TeamSayre means that the school achieves more success together. Sayre’s team is a combination of our Head of School, Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, coaches, parents, student body, and alumni. The collaboration, trust, support, and respect amongst each team member is how we attain success inside and outside our Sayre community. One of my goals as your Board Chair is not to lead and deliver governance today but to ensure the Board’s work cascades for tomorrow’s generations.

When I moved to Lexington in 1996 for college, I knew very little about Sayre School. I was born near downtown Nashville, Tennessee, and raised in a tightknit, hardworking family by my single mother and my two older siblings. Eventually, life in college led me to my husband, Joe Ruel ’95, with Sayre still branded in his soul. Fast forward through law school and the birth of our two boys, Walt (Class of 2024) and Charlie (Class of 2029), to 2009, when Walt started his journey at Sayre in PK-3. As a lifer of the Nashville public school system, I quickly became embraced by Sayre’s loving teachers, nurturing environment, and circle of this trusting and safe community. I often found myself walking the halls with goose-bumps of joy and a continuous smile, and it did not take me long to learn what #TeamSayre was all about.

The Board, which is comprised of twenty-four trustees, is a diverse team of individuals who work in the strategic realm and are responsible for adherence to the school’s mission, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and oversight of the operating budget to assure financial stability. The Board does not work in the operational realm, nor do we handle the day-to-day responsibilities or instruction of the school. The bridge between the Board and school operations is the Head of School, Stephen Manella, who works closely with the trustees.

As further described in The Podium, and in collaboration with various faculty, parents, and administrators, the Board has diligently worked on Sayre’s Vision 2030, which will serve as our strategic road map through the next ten years. Although today’s circumstances present our community with a road never traveled, it is in such times of adversity and trepidation that upholding Sayre’s Mission and Vision are ever more vital to our students’ achievements in this continuously changing world. Every day that our doors are open this school year brings more appreciation for Sayre’s team that makes it happen. I am genuinely proud of all our successes. Our parents, children, teachers, coaches, and staff, coupled with the countless volunteers and donations, have collectively proven that #TeamSayre achieves more success together than apart.

With gratitude,

Emily H. Cowles Chair, Board of Trustees

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BOARD AWARDS Each year the Board of Trustees honors four individuals for their distinguished service to Sayre.

She and her husband Toufic are the proud parents of two Sayre graduates—Aboudi ’11, and Hala ’14—and graduate number three is on his way, Omar (Class of 2022).

THE MILES SERVICE AWARD is named in honor of Dorothy Moomaw Miles, Headmistress of Sayre from 1952-1961.

Awards are given to both a current parent and a past patron (traditionally a past parent or parent of an alumni) who have been actively involved in the daily life of the school providing opportunities for parent and/or student participation and expression.

This year’s current parent recipient is Dania Fakhoury. If there’s a volunteer need in our community, Dania Fakhoury has likely stepped up to fill it. Over the years, she has served on the Board of Trustees, been active in SPA, leading the organization for the last two years as President, and been a member of the Upper School PAC and Sayre’s Diversity Committee. Dania brings a thoughtful, caring, positive spirit to all of her endeavors. This year, she has answered our call for substitute teachers and has been helping out in our K-4 grades. Her amazing commitment to Sayre spans decades!

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The past patron recipients of the Miles Service Award are Anne and Stephen Manella. Anne is certainly a familiar face in the Lower School. Her countless hours of work in the classroom and the encouraging hugs and smiles she generously offers to our youngest Spartans cannot go unrecognized.

In addition to Stephen’s role as Head of School, he continues to go above and beyond to support all aspects of the school, from fundraising to lending a personal hand in the divisions or an office. Their role as honorary chairs of Spectacular 2020, the last public event hosted by the school before the pandemic impacted operations, contributed to the event’s success. Anne and Stephen’s presence, guidance, input, and energy are invaluable. Their three daughters have all graduated from Sayre—Molly ’14, Isabel ’17, and Grace ’19.

THE MCCLELLAN AWARD is named in honor of Major Henry Brainerd McClellan, Sayre’s most distinguished and longest tenured Headmaster who served Sayre from 18701904. The recipient of this award is to be a friend or organization of the school that has made significant contributions in the form of service to the student body. For the last seven years, Rod Shockley’s financial acumen and legal expertise have been integral to Sayre’s positive trajectory and financial strength.

As Board Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee, Rod’s calm, insightful, forward thinking leadership during the pandemic has been critical to our successful navigation of these tenuous times. With three sons who have graduated from Sayre—John ’12, Eric ’14 and Craig ’16—Rod and his wife Laurie’s ties and commitment to the school are deep, and we are thankful Rod still has one more year remaining on his Board tenure!

THE TRUSTEE AWARD is given to a current or past trustee of the school who has been singled out by his fellow trustees as a leader in providing guidance and direction to the school through his or her efforts. This year’s designee, Justin Sautter ’91, completed two terms on the Board (eight years), and brought an impressive array of strengths and skills to all key areas of board leadership and oversight—serving as Vice-Chair along with tenures on the Finance, Investment, Advancement and Governance committees.

Effective stewardship relies upon a resolved commitment to and vision for the future and is anchored by an appreciation and understanding of the past. Justin brought a multigenerational perspective to his service.

Not only are he and his daughters, Kate and Liza, alumni, but his mother also taught in the Lower School and served as Chair of the Board. We have been so fortunate that for Justin, service to Sayre has been a family affair!

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SAYRE FACTS

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students preschool through grade 12

100%

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of full-time faculty have advanced degrees

average class size

of students receive tuition assistance totaling over $2.4 million

of students identify as Students of Color (56 girls, 62 boys)

66%

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30%

20.3%

student-to-teacher ratio

of LS faculty received training in Project-based Learning

Central Kentucky counties are represented

CLASS OF 2020 PERFORMANCE

100%

$119,000

57%

average scholarship per student

college placement

of seniors taking AP’s were designated as Scholars of Distinction

86%

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of the senior class completed one or more AP examinations

seniors will attend 40 different colleges in 18 different states and The Netherlands

52%

85%

of seniors received merit scholarships, totaling over $6.4 million

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were named as National AP Scholars

69%

of seniors scored 28 or above on the ACT; 37% scored 30 or above

of seniors attend out of state colleges/universities

2020 ADVANCED PLACEMENT RESULTS

84%

pass rate for school

100%

of students taking the AP Chemistry, Computer Science A, French Language, Physics C, and Statistics exams earned scores of 3 or higher

94%

of students taking the AP English Language exam earned scores of 3 or higher

93%

of students taking the AP Calculus BC exam earned scores of 3 or higher

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92%

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of students taking the AP Physics I exam earned scores of 3 or higher

AP Scholars (3.4 average test score)

86%

Scholars with Distinction (4.2 average test score, scores of 3 or higher on 5 or more AP exams)

44%

Scholars with Honor (4.2 average test score, scores of 3 or higher on 4 or more AP exams)

of seniors who took at least one AP exam earned scores of 3 or higher

of juniors and seniors who took AP exams were designated as AP Scholars

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AP National Scholars (4.4 average test score, 9.5% of the senior class or 7 seniors)

THE CLASS OF 2020

2020 STUDENTS & FACULTY

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THE CLASS OF 2020 GRADUATION For the first time in Sayre’s history, the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020 took place at the Sayre Athletic Complex on a beautiful summer evening in late July. And to think that it almost didn’t happen!

Last spring, when students around the country were isolated at home and finishing out the school year learning remotely, our seniors were steadfastly completing their final course work. As they were making final decisions about where they would attend college in the fall, they were simultaneously wondering if they would even be able to celebrate their graduation together.

Head of Upper School Tim O’Rourke formed a committee consisting of Sayre faculty and staff

and four senior class officers to consider their options. One thing was clear: the seniors wanted to graduate together, as a group, no matter how challenging and no matter how stiff the odds.

The committee created a plan to hold graduation in late July at 8:00 in the evening under the lights on the main playing field at the SAC with social distancing and mask protocols in place. So, they waited, and the wait was worth it. The senior class and their families gathered together as a group to celebrate this special group of seniors one last time before the Class of 2020 scattered across the country to begin their college careers. It was a beautiful evening and a memorable event, and one that may have started a new Sayre tradition!

CHARGE TO THE CLASS OF 2020 “Send us a postcard, or your book, or your songs, or your symphony, or your sculpture, or your photos, or your scientific papers, or whatever you do that helps to answer your own questions. If you have a baby whom you love, if you have wind in your face, if you have luck, I’d love to hear. I’d love to know what you know, learn what you learn.” —ANTHONY B. THOMPSON, UPPER SCHOOL FACULTY MEMBER 1999-2020

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CLASS OF 2020 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES (Matriculations in boldface)

NATIONAL MERIT FINALISTS Sayre was proud to announce the Class of 2020 National Merit® Finalists in the 65th Annual National Merit® Scholarship Program. Abigail Dietrich, Leena Haider, Caroline Parker, and Ben Waltman were declared National Merit Finalists and Ashwin Kamineni, a National Merit Commended Scholar.

Sayre’s College Counselor Randy Mills recognized these students for “achieving, through outstanding performance, vast potential for future academic success.” Congratulations to these seniors for their outstanding achievement in academic excellence.

The National Merit® Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®).

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American University Amherst College Appalachian State University Auburn University Austin Peay State University Ball State University Baylor University Bluegrass Community & Technical College Boston University Bryn Mawr College Carnegie Mellon University Case Western Reserve University Centre College Christopher Newport University Claremont McKenna College Clemson University College of William & Mary College of Wooster Columbia University Davidson College Denison University DePaul University DePauw University Drexel University Duke University Eastern Kentucky University Eckerd College Elon University Emerson College Emory University Florida State University

Fordham University Furman University George Washington University Georgetown University Georgia Tech Hamilton College Hanover College Harvard University High Point University Indiana University IUPUI Kenyon College Lewis & Clark College Loyola University Chicago Loyola University New Orleans Macalester College Miami University Mount Holyoke College New England Conservatory of Music New York University North Carolina State University Northeastern University Northwestern University Oberlin College Ohio University Ohio State University Ohio Wesleyan University Oxford College of Emory University Purdue University Randolph College

Randolph-Macon College Reed College Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhodes College Rice University Rollins College Samford University Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art & Design Skidmore College Southern Methodist University St. Lawrence University Taylor University The Juilliard School Texas Christian University Transylvania University Tufts University Tulane University University of Alabama University of CaliforniaSan Diego University of Cincinnati UC – Conservatory of Music University of Colorado University of Delaware University of Denver University of Kentucky University of Louisville University of Maryland University of Massachusetts

University of Michigan University of Minnesota University of Mississippi University of Missouri University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill University of Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh University of the South – Sewanee University of South Carolina University of Southern Mississippi University of Tennessee University of Texas-Austin University of Virginia Utrecht University (The Netherlands) Vanderbilt University Virginia Commonwealth University Wake Forest University Washington & Jefferson College Washington University in St. Louis West Virginia University Wesleyan University Western Kentucky University Williams College Wofford College Yale University

THE CLASS OF 2020

LIFERS

Alexander Allen Olivia Allran Nabeel Aslam Isaac Froehlich

William Graves John Gunasar Leena Haider Lee Helmers

Perry Mains Syrah Nash Aya Samadi Audrey Sams

Benjamin BenjaminWaltman Waltman Caroline Yandell Caroline Yandell

LEGACIES

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Over the past 166 years, students have followed in their parents’ footsteps by graduating from Sayre. Among those in the Class of 2020 were Trey Atkins, son of Jay ’89 and Tracie Atkins, Will Graves, son of Brian ’92 and Leslie Graves, and Caroline Parker, daughter of Regan Cone ’88 and Hill Parker. Trey attends Auburn University, Will attends the University of South Carolina, and Caroline attends Yale University.

GRADUATION RECOGNITIONS Valedictorian Address

Valedictorian Address

If I could make a lasting impact on you just by standing here and talking, I would want to communicate one thing: we do not have to step on others to succeed ourselves.

The fact that another person has succeeded does not diminish our success. It is more important to be kind than competitive. We can certainly do both, but I try my hardest to put kindness first. The high school environment seems inherently competitive, but we can leave that behind us now. College is about learning and discovering what direction you will take to get to the rest of your life. It is not about winning. Be kind to your classmates, and yourself. Succeed because you have met your definition of success, and not because you shoved others behind you as you ran toward a goal. If you believe that is what you have to do in order to win, redefine the race.

Personally, I’m still waiting on the day when I can eat carrots without that bitter taste.

Because acceptance of failure is an odyssey. It’s painful and difficult, and it’s hard to know where to start. But at the end of that journey is peace. Peace with yourself. We as students, parents, faculty, human beings, have been faced with hardships this year like none other. If anyone is prepared to rise to the occasion, it’s us, because honestly, what other choice do we have. I believe in us.

Kindness is so important to bring to every community to which we belong. It may be difficult when it seems there are faster, easier ways to go through life than to be bogged down by some obligation to be kind. But I believe we do have this obligation. Everyone can remember some experience marked by the extreme kindness of someone else. I saw a great example of this when I came to Sayre.

ABIGAIL DIETRICH Davidson College

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No matter who you are, to graduate from this institution is a badge of honor. And you will always have a place here. Sayre School has been my second home. I can never express enough gratitude for all this school has done for my family and me. In 1998, a five-year-old Michael Waltman first enrolled in Sayre’s kindergarten. Tomorrow, after 22 years, Sayre School will be Waltman-free. Fortunately, the Waltmans will never be Sayre School-free. And neither will any of you. Wear that badge proudly. There is no challenge we are unprepared to take on.

I love you all, and I’m going to miss you. We are Spartans forever.

BEN WALTMAN Columbia University

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CLASS OF 2020

Salutatorian Address This group of 55 young adults also had to deal with the uncertainty and difficulty of not having a final year in high school. Our time together was unfortunately cut short, and there was absolutely nothing we could do about it besides remain optimistic. A lot of people have been saying that 2020 is not our year. But I disagree. Yes, this year has thrown challenges at us and forced us to adapt quickly to change, but I bet that every single graduating senior today has benefited from it. We were able to learn about ourselves, bond with family and friends, pick up new skills, and realize that the world is much larger than just us. 2020 might not have been what we expected, but it was a year of growth.

To say this class has been through a lot over the past four years is an understatement, but I’d like to leave you with some words of wisdom, courtesy of a Samadi family mantra expert: Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory.

AYA SAMADI Georgia Tech

The Headmaster’s Medal There is no written criteria for the medal other than it is to be given to the Sayre student who has given in an outstanding manner to the school.

If the many ways in which one can have a voice were a series of boxes to be checked off, this year’s recipient of the Headmaster’s Medal would check them all.

That voice has been used…

To advocate for others, To promote justice and a broader understanding of different perspectives, To listen to others and incorporate new ideas in order to stretch one’s own mind, and

To teach, encourage, and mentor younger students to think about critical issues.

She has used her voice on stage to make us laugh and to move us to tears, and, we heard her voice one more time as she lead us in singing the Alma Mater at graduation.

From the very first day in the Upper School, she has been an authentic presence in our community and true to herself.

It was an honor to bestow the 2020 Headmaster’s Medal to someone who doesn’t even need a last name…MJ Farrell.

The Optima Award Salutatorian Address We have gone through so many tough challenges together. They made me realize the strength of our class. We went through the tragic death of two young and loved friends, Roan and Neo Sanders. But from that tragedy, I got to witness how strong and incredible this graduating class was when we all came together for each other. Like all of you, I didn’t expect my last few months of classes to end like this, sitting in front of my desk attending zoom high school. We are the pandemic generation, and I know that this world-struggle will shape our future. Many people believe that things will not be the same, but trust me, they will be better, especially for our class because of our ability to come together. I know that this graduation will separate us and take us to new places all over the country, but we will never be truly separated. We are and forever will be Sayre’s Class of 2020.

This is a special award voted on annually by the seniors in a secret ballot without nomination. They are simply instructed to choose the one individual who, in their opinion, best exemplifies the ideals of Sayre.

This year’s recipient has been active in all areas of school life, and as a lifer, he has been doing so for the past thirteen years. A three-year member of the Honor Council, the Junior Class President, a fouryear member of the Young Democrats, an active, enthusiastic and talented four-year participant in Sayre’s Drama Department

HARRY WANG Carnegie Mellon University

as well as in community theater, this young man was also manager of the Boys Varsity Basketball program for four years, a four-year Varsity Soccer player, and a member of this year’s Frisbee team. He is an AP Scholar and has been admitted to the National Honor Society and the French and Math Honor Societies. These are just a sampling of his Upper School achievements. Most significantly, he is an all-around superb young man.

This year’s 2020 Optima Award recipient, who will attend Tulane University in the fall, is Perry Mains.

Diplomas of Distinction Sayre offers Diplomas of Distinction in four discreet areas to recognize students’ affinities and accomplishments in these different disciplines.

They are: Distinction in Creative Arts, Distinction in Global Studies, Distinction in Service, and Distinction in Sustainability. This year, eight seniors earned recognition for their work in three of these four areas.

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Trey Atkins - Distinction in Service John Beebe - Distinction in Service Jonah Cashel - Distinction in Creative Arts MJ Farrell - Distinction in Creative Arts Owen Garcia - Distinction in Creative Arts Olivia Greer - Distinction in Creative Arts Sierra O’Brien - Distinction in Global Studies Skye Park - Distinction in Creative Arts

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T H E C L A S S O F 2 0 2 0 A N D F A C U LT Y

FACULTY AWARDS BOARD AWARD Bo List The Board Award is a distinction bestowed annually by the Board of Trustees to highlight and reward excellence. There is no better way to acknowledge one who rises to every occasion and, in the process, elevates all of us.

As a teacher, he is a master craftsman who can see the gem hidden within every student and through a combination of wisdom, thoughtfulness, creativity and wit can coax the best out of them.

As a champion of inclusivity, he

encourages our community to continue to make its mark by fostering critical conversations rooted in curiosity, compassion, and acceptance.

Whether colleagues or students, many have been the recipients of his gestures of kindness and words of encouragement. We all know how his words can lift us up.

Shakespeare reminds us how fortunate we are to have people like Bo List in our lives:

Those friends thou hast, and their adoption tried, Grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

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lass of 2020 Sayre graduates Isaac Froehlich and Maya Pemble participated in the Rotary Youth Exchange program during the 2019-20 academic year. Morgane Vivier was also a Rotary Youth Exchange student, traveling from France to spend this past academic year studying at Sayre.

Isaac lived and studied in the port city of Takaoka, Japan, located on the Toyama Bay. He departed Lexington in early August 2019 and returned in April 2020. Isaac joined his school’s sumo wrestling team and took jiu jitsu lessons. He was also elected to the ceremonial position of class speaker. Isaac presently attends Utrecht University in The Netherlands.

Maya lived and studied in the small town of Gannat, France, in the Auvergne, a very picturesque area of the country. She attended high school in Cusset, a suburb of Vichy. She traveled from Lexington to France in early August 2019 and returned home in May 2020. Maya wrote a blog,

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She is a quiet person with a commitment to her craft that students uniformly recognize – she is a favorite among them for her wit, her preparation, her quiet and steady sense of humor, and her dedication to excellence. An astute observer of people, she carefully selects quotations from famous scientists to describe her students in report card comments.

including amazing photos, to highlight her experience.

The blog address is: http:/ /syrenamedia.com/ reflection-week-one/ Maya attends Sarah Lawrence College, in Bronxville, New York.

Morgane traveled from the town of Troyes, France, in the Champagne region. She arrived at Sayre in late August 2019 and returned to her home in July 2020. Her gracious hosts included Dr. Julia Huber, Mr. Larry Pemble, and Drs. Joseph and Wendi Owen. By way of Morgane’s contact with her teachers in France, Dr. Froehlich initiated a penpal exchange program with students from her home school and Sayre students!

SHORT AWARD Rebecca Ashby The 2020 Short Award for Excellence in Math or Science went to a teacher of science who begins with the child in mind. This teacher understands that the interpersonal connection is the very first part of any equation in which students end up loving learning. While we engaged in remote learning because of the pandemic, the content – the curriculum – the hands-on material – is the essence of what is needed in order to delve deeply into scientific topics. The combination of studentcentered learning with rich content and high expectations is gold. Many faculty members have noticed how much time and attention Rebecca Ashby gives to the school – taking sports photos, coaching track, cosponsoring Kentucky Youth Assembly and Kentucky United Nations Assembly, and working side by side with Bo List and Nicole Garrett to revamp, expand, and teach our Human Development curriculum, all for the benefit of our students.

Thank you for making your science classroom the place for all students where their imagination and creativity can go to thrive.

1. Attention to students as humans, caring about what is going on in their heads 2. Attention to the life of the mind— enjoy your subject, but don’t get lost in it and forget that there are larger purposes 3. Fairness 4. Follow through 5. Consistency 6. Enforcement of group norms, including honor and respect Along with those, he has a cultivated sense of humor and humble understanding of his strengths and weaknesses as a teacher and an unceasing desire to improve.

He encourages students to wrestle with challenging texts, improve their writing by specifically defending their ideas using succinct prose, and enjoy each other’s company doing a shared task.

SHORT AWARD Tony Thompson This year’s Short Award in the General Category went to a teacher who has been perfecting his craft for over two decades. A few years ago, in an end of the year self-evaluation, he mentioned some traits that he thought necessary to be an accomplished teacher. Here’s what he listed:

A movie aficionado and a crime noir fan, he has offered electives in a wide range of genres. And he supports students outside the classroom: he was in the first group of teachers trained by FCD to implement our early intervention CHAT program. However, if his students remember him for one thing and one thing only, it will be his gentle admonition before they leave for the weekend: “Don’t drink the Ale 8.”

This year’s Short Award winner in the General Category was Tony Thompson.

Check out the Upper School Awards page!

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ayre has produced many talented writers over the years, but 2019/2020 was a year in which three of them emerged from the faculty!

Upper School math teacher Adam Samples embraced his inner, dinosaur-loving child with the colorful romp Thor the Hot Rod Dinosaur, with some inspiration from his own children. “I love having fun with them,” he says, “and being a kid again myself.” An added plus: collaborating with his childhood friend, Shaun Moffett, who did the book’s illustrations. The self-published book is available on Kindle and in paperback on Amazon.com. Samples has some ‘dino-mite’ advice for young authors who would like to tell their own stories and write successful books: “Read a lot of other people’s writing. Cultivate your vocabulary. Have fun with it!”

Middle School theatre teacher Margo Buchanan had fun writing her exciting new play Invisible Ink, which had its very first readings right here at Sayre with student and professional actors.

The drama is one part history and one part mystery, revealing the unbelievable, but true, story of a brilliant wom-

an, who helped turn the tide of the Civil War, while enslaved in Jefferson Davis’s “Confederate White House.”

The play has since enjoyed three highprofile readings with professional theatres: Chicago’s American Blues Theatre, the Eugene O’Neill Center in Waterford, CT, and AthensWest Theatre Company right here in Lexington.

In March 2020, it had a staged reading with Lexington actors at Davis’s alma mater, Transylvania University.

Middle School English and Social Studies teacher Chris McGinley also taps into local roots with his collection of short stories, Coal Black. Approved by the Mystery Writers of America, and published by the independent company Shotgun Honey, Coal Black explores the dark underbelly of Appalachian crime with equal dashes of regional color and good, old-fashioned suspense (not for the young ‘uns!). Sayre also played a role in McGinley’s success, since it served as the launchpad for the book’s 2019 release. Further, his classroom doubles as his writer’s studio, where he can frequently be found typing away at the next beguiling thriller!

Outstanding French Teacher of the Year Award The Kentucky Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF-KY), in conjunction with the Kentucky World Language Association (KWLA), selected Linda Froehlich as the 2019 recipient of the Outstanding French Teacher of the Year Award! Out of her peers, she was recognized for her outstanding efforts on behalf of the world language students at Sayre. “Her letters of recommendation and her own letter of interest showed a true professional at work sharing a burning passion for language with her students every day,” said Benjamin Hawkins, KWLA Awards Committee Chair. “Sayre students are truly blessed, and their lives enriched for their experience with you.” Congratulations, Dr. Froehlich!

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SPARTAN HIGHLIGHTS

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COLLEGE SIGNINGS

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our Sayre Class of 2020 student athletes, Maggie Little, Jenna Moses, Ben Trammell, and Ben Young, are continuing their sports careers at the collegiate level.

Maggie, the daughter of Richard and Lisa Little, signed to play lacrosse at DePauw University, in Greencastle, Indiana. She is Sayre’s all-time leading goal scorer.

Maggie, a lacrosse team captain, was the recipient of the Abby Sayre Cup, an award given to the outstanding female athlete in her class.

Jenna transferred to Sayre prior to her junior year, was introduced to the sport of lacrosse, and immediately contributed to the team’s success.

She was set to serve as a team captain before last spring’s COVID-19

canceled season. Jenna, the daughter of Donnie and Tonya Moses, signed to play lacrosse at Hanover College, in Hanover, Indiana.

Sayre’s ace pitcher, Ben Trammell, was a captain and four-year mainstay on the baseball diamond. He also played basketball and football during his high school years. Ben is the son of Edward and Joanne Trammell.

He signed to play baseball at Centre College, in Danville.

Ben Young’s accomplishment represents a first for Sayre. He is believed to be the first Sayre graduate to join a Division I college cheer squad. Ben is the son of Greg and Donna Young. He is a member of the cheer team at Eastern Kentucky University, in Richmond.

Shane Landis ’21 and Julie Bedard ’24 played in the Pan American International Tennis Federation Tournament at Top Seed Tennis Club in Nicholasville. Landis and Bedard joined young athletes from around the world in this prestigious event.

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Julie plays United States Tennis Association (USTA) tennis and reached a ranking as high as top 60 in the south in the 16 and Under, and as high as 100 in the Girls 18 and Under as a 14-year-old.

She will be playing Junior International Tennis Federation tournaments which are played all over the world. Her ranking has reached as high as 1620 in the world in the Girls 18 and Under.

Shane has played varsity tennis at Sayre since the 7th grade. He practices five days a week and has balanced his time between academics, athletics, and the arts.

A Sayre lifer, Julie is laser-focused on her academics, quiet, and strong. Julie’s immediate goal is to obtain a ranking high enough to play her first Junior Grand Slam in 2021. Her ultimate goal is to play professional tennis.

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While playing doubles at the tournament, he met college recruiters and was offered an opportunity to play at the collegiate level.

Shane says he appreciates how Sayre has allowed him to grow in confidence and helped steer him in deciding what the future holds.

Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Sayre’s own Coach Charles Thomas was inducted into the State High School Basketball Hall of Fame in August 2019 for his outstanding play at Harlan High School. The ceremony in Elizabethtown touted his athletic acumen and tenacity.

“What was most impressive was his work ethic to always work hard and to improve.

Night in and night out, no matter where we were or who we played, we knew we had an advantage going in because we always had the best player on the floor in Charles,” according to his coach Mike Jones.

As a five-year starter at Harlan High School, Charles Thomas set the county record for points with 3,365 while leading Harlan to two 13th Region titles, in 1993 and 1995, and All “A” Classic state titles in 1994 and 1995. Thomas earned all-state honors as both a junior and senior and was named Kentucky’s Mr. Basketball in 1995.

Coach Thomas joined the Sayre faculty in August 2013. Currently, he is an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach and PE teacher.

Additionally, he served as Head Coach of the Girls Basketball team and the Girls Middle School Soccer team, attended the People of Color Conference, and was a member of the Equity & Justice Committee for the ISACS Accreditation Review in 2018. He has been an integral part of the PE program for many years.

Congratulations to Coach Thomas and his family!

ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS FALL & WINTER

Cross Country

Boys Soccer

11th Region All A Meet, 4th Place: Grady Johnson ’23

Honorable Mention All-City: Will Graves ’20, Trey Atkins ’20, Colin Miedler ’22, Goran Stephan ’21, and Henry Jett ’22

Girls Soccer 1st Team: Alexis Henry ’21 2nd Team: Allison Whitaker ’21 Honorable Mention All-City: Cate Goodman ’21, Maggie Little ’20, and Catherine Graves ’22 2019 Smokey Mountain Cup Champions 2019 11th Region All A Champions 11th Region MVP: Allison Whitaker ’21 11th Region All-Tournament Team: Allison Whitaker ’21, Alexis Henry ’21, and Maggie Little ’20

Golf 2019 Laurel County Invitational Champions 2019 Central Kentucky Golf Conference Champion

Volleyball Honorable Mention All-City: Kennedy Beatty ’22

Boys Basketball Honorable Mention All-City: Will Hairston ’20, Trey Atkins ’20, and Zander Collett ’22

Girls Basketball 1st Team: Kylee Dennis ’23 All City Honorable Mention: Cate Goodman ’21 and Sophia Richardson ’23 2019 Villa Madonna Christmas Tournament Champions Villa Madonna Christmas Tournament MVP: Kylee Dennis ’23 2020 42nd District All-Tournament Team: Kylee Dennis ’23 11th Region All-Tournament Team: Kylee Dennis ’23

SPRING Due to COVID-19, the spring athletic season was cancelled

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THE LADY SPARTANS SOCCER SEASON

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he Lady Spartans 2019 soccer season, one of the most historic in school history, contained multiple firsts and many noteworthy milestones.

Preseason began with the entire team completing a demanding fitness test which provided the basis for well-conditioned athletes that would prove beneficial during the entire season. Game play began with The Blue Grass State Games where the team went undefeated.

The team also competed in The Smokey Mountain Cup in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, where they brought home the championship trophy. Regular season play saw the team record 18 total wins after an outstanding 13-0 start to the season. During this time, the girls defeated Frankfort and then Lexington Christian to win the 11th Region Title of the All A Classic Tournament and advance to the State All A Semifinals where they lost a tight 2-1 game to St. Henry.

During district play, the team was able to defeat longtime rival Frederick Douglass as well as two other district opponents, Bryan Station and Scott County. This outstanding district play earned the team the number two seed in the 42nd district tournament where they were defeated by one point in the opening round.

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3 losses. The team finished the season fourth in the 11th region with an RPI of .63958. In addition to the entire team having a great season, both individuals and groups within the team obtained honors and awards. The team’s defense was ranked third in the state. Cat Graves ’22 had a record of 12 goals allowed and nine shutouts. Our team scoring was led by Allison Whitaker ’21, and the assist record was shared by Alexis Henry ’21 and Allison Whitaker ’21. Maggie Little ’20, Alexis Henry ’21, and Allison Whitaker ’21 were named to the All-A Regional Tournament Team. Alexis Henry ’21 was named First Team All-Region, and Cat Graves ’22 and Allison Whitaker ’21 were named Second Team AllRegion. Sayre ranked 25th in the state for goals scored; the defense led the team to finish fourth in the state standings with only 12 goals allowed for the season. The team was anchored by senior Maggie Little and was fortified by eleven seasoned juniors including defenders Cate Goodman, Emme Goodman, Mathilde Longbottom, and Scout VanMeter. Newcomers Leah Keelen, Gigi Cornett, and Maddie Powell added to the team’s success. The 2019 season was a wonderful team effort that will not be soon forgotten by those who played on the field or those who watched from the stands.

SWIM TEAM The swim team was able to compete in a number of significant meets last year before the pandemic cut the season short.

State Meet •A bby Grunwald ’21 made finals in both the 200 free and 100 fly and placed 11th and 13th in the entire state, respectively • Grace Carey ’23 competed in the 500 free, swimming a best time, breaking 5:30 for the first time, and placing 31st in diving •M allory Pitman ’23, Dakota Musgrave ’23, Grace Carey ’23, and Abby Grunwald ’21 competed in the 200 & 400 free relays placing 28th & 26th, respectively

All A Regional Meet • Spartan Girls placed sixth in the region out of 15 teams defeating Tates Creek, Scott County, Frederick Douglass, LCA, Great Crossing, Bryan Station, Bourbon County, Mason County, and George Rogers Clark • Spartan Boys placed 13th defeating Great Crossing and Harrison County • Our combined team placed ninth out of 16 teams • Mallory Pitman ’23, Dakota Musgrave ’23, Grace Carey ’23, and Abby Grunwald ’21 placed fifth in the region in the 200 free relay dropping a second and sixth in the 400 free relay, dropping four seconds • Skylar Musgrave ’23, Syrah Nash ’20, Caroline Parker ’20, and

James Van Meter ’23 placed 10th in the region in the 200 medley relay, dropping a second •T om Deng ’20, Harry Wang ’20, Jack Johnston ’25, and Solly Van Meter ’22 placed 11th in the 400 free relay, dropping 11 seconds (with Solly breaking one minute for the first time) and 12th in the 200 free relay with a best time • Abby Grunwald ’21 placed third in the region in the 200 free with a new school record and sixth in the 100 fly with a best time • Grace Carey ’23 placed fifth in the region in the 500 free dropping two seconds and seventh in the 200 free with a best time •D akota Musgrave ’23 placed eighth in the region in the 100 breast and 14th in the 200 Individual Medley •M allory Pitman ’23 placed 15th in the 100 free and 16th in 50 free

Coach Rob Goodman’s 100th Career Win inspire and mentor him today. Coaching from 1982 - 1990, he encouraged Rob to get into coaching.

On December 20, 2019, the Sayre Spartans picked up their 4th win of the young season over Estill County, 50-48 in overtime. It wasn’t just an exciting win for the Spartans. It was also Coach Goodman’s 100th win of his career!

Coach Goodman Class of ’89, was a basketball Spartan as a lifer at Sayre. He attributes his love of the sport, in part, to Coach Jim Lankster who continues to

Having just completed his seventh season as the Sayre Head Coach, Coach Goodman recounts highlights and special memories. “My favorite memories include watching my players celebrate on the floor with the fans after beating Henry Clay in the 2017 District Tournament, 68-61. But even more than that, my favorite memory is taking a picture with the senior basketball players at graduation every year on the steps of Old Sayre.”

Coach Goodman, his wife Michelle ’91, Robbie ’17, Cate ’21 and Emme ’21 are all avid supporters of Sayre’s athletics regardless of which team is playing. Robbie was an All State Soccer goalie and All City Basketball player.

Cate has played five years of basketball and four years of soccer. Emme has played two years of basketball and four years of soccer. But wait, there’s more. Michelle played soccer and was a Spartan Cheerleader.

Congratulations Coach Goodman, and Go Spartans!

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hoever you are, whether you own a horse farm, coach a sports team, pastor a church, work from home, or teach at school, the start of 2020 brought you to a juncture, a pair of paths to consider. One path circles back to fixed, maybe nostalgic, notions of how things have worked for a long time. On the other path we embrace the belief that adversity always presents opportunity for growth.

In Sayre’s community of exceptional teachers and parents, such possibility mindsets are not uncommon - not as uncommon as a pandemic, for instance.

Teaching and raising children effectively depends on our ability to be nimble and flexible thinkers and our readiness to be part of a team. These skills and mindsets smoothed the way to a successful three months of remote school followed by the reopening in August.

In the best of circumstances, remote teaching and learning introduces challenges and the need for routine adjustments. Remote teaching and learning during a pandemic often called for course redesign and the leveraging of many new tools. Almost overnight, teachers found themselves novices in a very different kind of classroom.

And many of the kids occupying these virtual classrooms needed something from their teachers that bandwidth and a webcam couldn’t necessarily provide:

they wanted re-connection with friends and teachers they sorely missed.

Christy Babbit, second grade teacher, embraced this new challenge of addressing her students’ socialemotional needs over distance.

“As we transitioned to remote learning, it was important to me that my students continued to feel that connection” she said. “Setting aside a time each week to share what the children had been doing at home and having a little fun together was the highlight of my week.”

She added that there were also fourlegged class members—including Smokie, one student’s potbellied pig, who enjoyed the company of giggling third graders even on a screen.

“The beauty of distance learning for me was getting to know more about the lives of my students outside of school—their homes, their yards, and even their pets.

It gave me an opportunity to connect with them on a more personal level.”

In a work environment where professionals love what they do, collegiality reigns. When in-person instruction came to a halt in February, Sayre teachers pooled resources to ensure that remote school would provide students an engaging learning experience, not just long days of generic Ted-Talk, YouTube, and PowerPoint driven remote drudgery.

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"Without the collaboration between students, parents, and teachers, our remote learning program would not have been as impactful. Parents gave up kitchen tables for student work spaces, and students became advocates of their own learning. It was a wonderful opportunity for teachers to explore new technologies and platforms and to share ideas with each other of things we were trying. While I missed being in the classroom with my students, I loved the opportunity it gave me to build relationships with both my students and parents as we worked together to figure out remote learning.” —MEGHAN BRADY FEDOR ’06 “One thing that happened in the spring of 2020,” said Brad Becker, Middle School Technology Coordinator, “was that there was a massive surge of sharing…teachers helping teachers.

Not only Sayre teachers but teachers across the world worked together to reenvision home kitchens as science labs, sunrooms and screened porches as art studios, backyards and neighborhood parks as gyms. On the tech-side, there are great apps and online resources that teachers showed each other—ones I see us incorporating from here on out.”

Jason Whitaker, Director of Technology, was pleased with the ways the technology staff, the teachers, and parents worked together to deliver rich content and keep students engaged.

“Being the Director of Technology when COVID-19 hit was certainly challenging!” said Whitaker. “Sayre families really supported their children to make their remote learning experience successful.

Our teachers impressed me by being flexible in trying new approaches and finding ways to make things work.”

“Making things work,” added Becker, “was often a matter of teachers reinventing lessons and considering entirely new content delivery platforms that could keep things stimulating and meaningful for kids who all learn in different ways.”

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usually populated with students in white coats measuring substances in tubes and beakers, chemistry teacher Maggi O’Neill recorded videos of herself conducting experiments so that her students could then watch and record data as they would in class. For a study of chemical bonds, O’Neill instructed students to use items in their homes which they might liken to the actual lab materials, and then draw comparisons and contrasts.

“Chemistry often operates in the realm of the invisible,” said O’Neill.

“Part of what I wanted to do was to help kids understand how they might liken common manipulatives to certain concepts or properties at play in chemistry. Without the classroom hardware and materials, students needed to exercise their understanding of metaphor.”

In 2020, all of us needed to grasp new metaphors and meanings that represented the foundations of Sayre’s Mission and core values: When is remote like being together? What does it mean to be connected? How do we value each other’s company as a community of learners?

How does school change when home is the classroom?

Sayre teachers grappled with this new meaning of school, as we do with all

challenges we face, and then applied the time and heart to resume the important work. Yet, this time around, they leveraged the assets that existed in the home: a second grade teacher created a class environment where students could share what they loved about where they lived - including each other’s pets; a Middle School French teacher taught students that they could make mousse

au chocolat or soupe à l’oignon in the same kitchen where they ate Honey Nut Cheerios every morning. And O’Neill’s junior and senior chemistry students, accustomed to working with intricate tools in a lab setting, learned to visualize the invisibility of chemical bonds with rubber-band forces and paper-clip electrons they found in home office drawers.

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CELEBRATIONS AND TRANSITIONS 4th grade to Middle, 8th to Upper School Blue, Gold, and Bold!

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pring of 2020 was unlike any other, and celebrations and traditions took on new meanings and new forms to adapt and “pivot,” just like everything else. The Lower School promotion ceremony (for 4th grade students moving up to Middle School) and the Middle School recognition ceremony (for 8th graders entering Upper School) were no exception, and on Friday, May 22, students were acknowledged and applauded for their accomplishments as never before. “determined,” “curious,” and “energetic”) that represented an important quality of themselves.

Then the fourth graders shared the word that they had adopted as a whole group: BOLD! The ceremony concluded with a photograph of all fourth graders posing in their class of 2028 shirts designed by Philip O’Rourke ’12. There was also a ceremony with awards and addresses.

For the Lower School’s promotion ceremony, students videoed “entrances” in their own homes, and the clips were edited together and set to the song “Pomp and Circumstance.” The procession of the students was a snapshot in time: America standing still, while children continue to learn and grow. Sayre parent Dr. Marcy Duncan created a slideshow that showed the students from infancy to the present day. Sayre Senior Class President Ben Waltman, Stephen Manella, and Annie Papero addressed the Class of 2028 through video recordings, and Elise Latsko and Michele O’Rourke taped a final Zoom message in which each student shared a carefully chosen word (like “kind,”

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The Middle School recognition ceremony was a little more inperson but still different from any year before. Instead of an event in the gym, the afternoon was divided into home deliveries and a “promotion parade.” In the days leading up to the event, teachers divvied up students and drove all over Lexington, handdelivering awards to students at their homes. On the big day, there was a parade of cars, beginning in the Lower School parking lot with a loop around the oval driveway in front of Old Sayre. Students had a moment to collect their certificates, take a special 8th grade portrait in front of the Middle School, and be cheered by their teachers, who were scattered throughout

the driveway waving signs and making joyful noise. This paradestyle ceremony was briefer than the typical, gymnasium event – but in a year of canceled traditions, the Middle School faculty and staff demonstrated that “the show must go on.”

Both the Lower and Middle Schools have high hopes that events and ceremonies at the end of the 2020/2021 school year will be a little more back-to-normal. If they’re not, they will continue to do whatever it takes to give credit where it’s due and applause to those who so richly deserve it: Sayre’s outstanding students.

8th graders touring Washington DC in November 2019.

Virtual Dissection Exploring life science is part of the fifth grade curriculum. Students look at ecosystems and food webs to develop the idea that plants, animals, and fungi form a system of interdependent parts, with each part dependent on the other parts for its material nourishment. Students develop their thinking about the predator/prey relationships between living things, while working on their observation skills (to identify bones and other structures). They are exposed to the anatomy of mice, shrews, voles, and they draw comparisons with human anatomy (comparative anatomy).

So, when you are stuck in a house with your family and none of your friends, you might crave something new, something different, something you and your classmates can virtually do together. Something like…pulling bones out of owl vomit. Although it sounds totally gross, that is exactly what the fifth graders did. After having a mini dissection kit delivered to their house, students got to work.

Via Google Meet, students set up their station, some in the basement (not all parents want you rooting around for bones on their kitchen table), and some locked away in their bedroom closet (curious little siblings), and some proudly, side by side with their sibling. Kits were even delivered to siblings who were interested so they could join in on the fun.

Over several sessions, the class performed observations and carefully eased the compacted bones and furs apart. Students identified the bones. Squeals of delight came from students as they uncovered tiny skulls and held them up to the camera for all to see. Once everything was

identified, these courageous fifth graders gently pieced together the skeleton, and some were remarkably complete. It was fun to see the students in their own space. They were thrilled to find ball and socket joints that could fit together and discover that teeth can help identify the owls’ lunch. Although we were separated, somehow that compacted vomit really brought smiles to everyone’s faces, even those who were a bit nervous and thought it might be “gross.”

Students also looked as a class at the different contents of the pellets. Owl pellets are regurgitated biological packages filled with indigestible bones, teeth, claws, fur, feathers, and insect shells from the small creatures (voles, shrews, etc.) that owls (and other birds) swallow whole.

Fourth graders also virtually dissected owl pellets. This activity tied in to their homeroom unit on the book The Wishing Tree which features a barn owl.

Renewable Energy Builds Last spring, students in Environmental Science had the option to learn about renewable energy through online resources or to order parts through Amazon and complete renewable energy builds. “When we pivoted to remote learning this spring, everyone needed to get creative and demonstrate self-motivation,” said Debbie Wheeler.

Zander Collett ’22 chose to build. In his first project, he created a solar powered car and modified it to increase its speed.

In his second build, he created a wind turbine that he could power with a hand

crank. Then he modified the turbine to light up bulbs on a computer board. He used a blow dryer to create artificial wind to show that the build worked!

Finally, his last build was to demonstrate electrolysis. Electrolysis is used to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. He used a battery, clay, two nails, and two strong glass containers to design an electrolysis device. When placed under water, you can see the bubbles being produced! Debbie raved, “Zander did a wonderful job of modeling independent learning and modifying materials to accomplish the task!”

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FINE ARTS STATE OF THE ARTS

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lthough the global pandemic impacted many of the performances and arts traditions at Sayre during the last school year, our students found all kinds of ways to be creative in the face of adversity!

ART Upper School 3-D art teacher Althea Wiggs’s students Connley Sewalls ’21 and Olivia Greer ’21 both won First Place in the Center on Trauma and Children’s What Every Child Needs...

Connections exhibit. Students learned about social justice and community art by studying and replicating artists such as Ai Wei Wei and Kehinde Wiley, as well as the importance of site-specificity and temporality through nature art and video production. Olivia also won three keys (two silver, one gold) in the regional Scholastic Arts competition, with an exhibit at the Art Academy of Cincinnati.

Art teacher Bill Berryman was recently accepted into the Kentucky Art Council’s Kentucky Crafted Program with his watercolor paintings. Kentucky Crafted is an adjudicated program that provides assistance to Kentucky Visual and Craft Artists through marketing, promotional opportunities, and arts business training. Bill was first accepted into the program five years ago with his graphite pencil drawings and has since participated in podcasts, radio and print interviews, exhibits, and art demonstrations.

Middle School Seventh grade students constructed a kinetic life-sized horse that led a parade and celebrated the life of Isaac Murphy and his many achievements as a jockey and Lexington citizen. Middle School students constructed dozens of monarch butterflies to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos (The Day of the Dead), sponsored by The Living Arts and Science Center. The butterflies brightened

3D Nature Art Works!

Last spring, 3D Art students engaged with Nature Art projects by first studying Andy Goldsworthy, using what they have access to outdoors, and creating their own integrative works in nature.

Their beautiful creations demonstrated the importance of simple creativity and observational reflection through intuitive and informed processes. “What they learned this past year culminated in various expressions of design composition through color, texture, space and form,” said Althea Wiggs.

“Each dynamic sculpture represented moments of wonder and hope.”

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the wrought-iron fence that surrounds the Old Episcopal Burial Grounds.

Fifth and sixth grades celebrated a Day of Giving by making sack lunches for the Hope Center and sent handwritten letters of thanks to the veterans.

Art teacher Anne Allen expanded her work as an independent artist by selling recent works and beginning private tutorials.

She also began a study in the natural arts (horticulture and culinary arts) by gardening and cooking. She spent much of the spring exploring Kentucky and incorporating environmental influences into her work.

Lower School Art teacher Georgia Henkel served on the “Breaking the Bronze Ceiling” project, which commissioned a major public art project for downtown Lexington to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, giving women the right to vote. The finished sculpture, entitled “Stand,” was heralded in an August 19 outdoor ceremony that featured speeches

by Governor Andy Beshear, Representative Andy Barr, and Mayor Linda Gorton, among others. The finished work, by renowned artist Barbara Grygutis, features five 20-foot

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tall suffragists towering over the nearby sidewalk and reminding passersby of the duty and privilege to vote.

MUSIC Upper School Shane Landis ’21 attended the 2020 National Association for Music Education AllNational Honors Choir (virtual). Students attending the Kentucky Music Educators Association 2020 All State included Shane Landis ’21 (Chorus) and Max Cairo ’23 (Guitar Orchestra). Students participating in the 2020 Creative Lexington Youth Virtual Concert included Anna Palumbo ’23, Claire PetersSeymour ’21, Sadie Barlow ’22, Eliza Mullins ’23, Isabelle Brogden ’23, and MJ Farrell ’20.

Music teacher Amy Berryman began programs in the Music Tech Mastery Course and Copyright and Licensing Course with JW Pepper Publishing. Over the summer, she sang in various live stream performances, making the most of the opportunities to perform despite the limitations of the pandemic.

Middle School Briar Garrett ’27 represented Sayre at the

Kentucky Music Educators Association All State Choir in February 2020. While the pandemic interrupted many of the usual spring music events, music teacher Jennifer Green conducted virtual concerts for her 6th, 7th, and 8th grades in May 2020.

Theatre teacher Bo List debuted a new play, the comedy Ladies of Liberty, with Bluegrass Community and Technical College in November 2019.

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The new tradition of the Middle School musical continued with Disney’s Aladdin Jr. at the Farish Theater, and for a second year in a row, the fifth grade performed a shortened version of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream this last spring as a virtual, online presentation, directed by drama teacher Margo Buchanan.

In the 2019/2020 school year, 48% of the Lower School K-4 population participated in extracurricular music groups, and in October 2019, the third grade premiered the first annual performance of “Opening Kentucky.”

Music teacher Marcus Thomas released his first album, Fernweh, available for download on Amazon.com.

THEATRE Upper School The Upper School Theatre program produced the Greek myth-inspired Eurydice in November 2019, at the Farish Theater in the Downtown Public Library. Its production of The Addams Family Musical was sadly cut short: canceled the morning of its opening performance, due to precautions related to COVID-19. Perhaps that’s what you get when you schedule an opening on Friday the 13th and a closing on the Ides of March.

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Lower School As always, the fourth grade performed a play celebrating their newfound knowledge of Greek mythology, with students playing gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters.

SPECIAL NOTE Sayre continued its streak of excellence with the Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts, with three entrants joining the ranks of its esteemed alumni: Ainsley Hojnacki ’21 in Dance, Shane Landis ’21 in Vocal Music, and David Neal ’21 in Film and Photography.

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2ND GRADE INSECT MADNESS

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o you know the difference between an insect and a bug? Ask any second grader at Sayre School, and they can tell you!

Tapping into the children’s fascination with science and nature, the second grade began the school year with all things “insect.” One need travel no farther than the backyard to find roly polys and caterpillars, beetles and flies, butterflies and bumblebees. Every child was provided a bug jar to bring their latest finds to school to share with classmates.

The students learned the general characteristics of insects, through observation and their own research.

“Insect Hikes,” both on campus and at the Sayre Athletic Complex, were led by science teacher Jackie Gallimore and an entomologist Blake Newton, our own Sayre parent. Take a walk down Constitution Street and you can find praying mantises’ egg sacs on the gate posts in front of our Middle School art building.

Students learned the structure of non-fiction books and used that knowledge to gather information and take notes in their own words about their chosen insect. They used technology and a program called Kid Pix to generate information about their insect. In addition to writing WOW facts specific to their insect, the children wrote traditional Japanese Haiku poems and illustrated them during computer time using Kid Pix. Finally, using treasures found in our amazing Innovation Room, the children made a three-dimensional insect with all of its appropriate characteristics. They also created a paper habitat appropriate for their insect and staged the whole thing in a huge “bug jar!” Below are just a few amazing facts learned by our second graders.

Did you know…?

• Bees and other insects are amazing pollinators. Without them, many plants wouldn’t reproduce and bear fruit. That’s why we need to protect them.

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• You can “get a job” studying insects.

ast January, Preschool held its third annual Family Night. Preschool Family Night is an evening hosted by teachers for current preschoolers, siblings, and parents to socialize with other families and enjoy an evening full of age-appropriate activities. This year’s theme was “process art!” Process art focuses on the experience of discovery and the joy of creating. Each classroom was set up to allow students to interact with an array of art media and to experiment with different art activities.

• The ant is extraordinarily strong; it can lift and carry fifty times its own weight.

Carrying their art “passports,” children and families traveled from classroom

• There are good bugs that actually fight the bad bugs. Ladybugs, for instance, are fantastic garden helpers.

• Bugs are a great way to show children the wonders of nature. With their interesting shapes and bright colors, bugs can be a wonderful gateway to a life lived in awe of nature. From ladybugs to ants, bees and butterflies, insects are incredibly beautiful and diverse.

• The dragonfly can zip along at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour.

to classroom, experiencing a range of sensory and art experiences. Children experimented with different materials such as glitter, paints, and wax. Students put their creative juices to work as they used whisks, plungers, paint, and other various tools with Susannah Bricken. In Beth Pitman’s room, each student added their unique contribution while working together to build a collaborative cardboard structure. Children explored watercolors and the wonders of adding salt and wax to create art. Kyla Wombles invited students to create art with various sized balls, ramps, and rocks. Lastly, students

joined Tiffany Christopher in making spin art with an array of spinning tools!

Always a favorite evening during the year, Art Night filled our hallways with the sounds of joy and excitement. Our Preschool program always welcomes an opportunity for parents, students, and teachers to come together for an evening of family fun, and we are looking forward to doing it again in the coming year!

Chalking for Racial Justice On Saturday, June 13, Sayre students did their part to contribute to peaceful responses to this year’s civil unrest and calls for social justice. Led by graduating seniors MJ Farrell and Aya Samadi, along with rising senior Connor Davis, a group of roughly twenty students and ten teachers and alumni assembled to draw beautiful images and peaceful messages on sidewalks all over campus.

The deaths of black Americans Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd ignited a blaze of protests over the summer across the country, and Sayre students were determined to join the conversation in a way that was both affirming and positive.

“It was empowering for students to feel unified in their shared desire for social justice,” said Upper School teacher Cathy Bilberry, “knowing that the words they used in their chalk art were powerful and important. It was inspiring to them, and to anyone who might see them.”

While the chalk from the messages was gone after the next day’s rain, peace signs, rainbows, and expressions like “Know Justice, Know Peace” aren’t going anywhere.

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uarter Notes (Kindergarten-1st graders) started off the year with over thirty members and maintained that fantastic number through May. The students worked hard learning many new songs and practicing skills like breathing, dynamics, memorization, and posture. The students performed six times throughout the year and showed everyone in the audience how strong so many young voices can be.

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Eighth Notes (2nd-4th graders) and Encore (3rd-4th graders) were intimate groups that impressed audiences with their musical intelligence and investment in the product of their work. Eighth Notes showcased their ability to sing in harmony and sensitively interpret the emotion of a piece, while Encore demonstrated their talent at playing barred instruments embedded in joyful and creative child-crafted performances that twisted together drama and music.

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uring the opening weeks of school in the Dogwood Room, which serves three- and four-year-olds, one could almost always find a child playing with an instrument during free play time. The children played solos, duets, trios, and even quartets with one another.

As this became an obvious trend, Preschool teacher Ashley Bailey began to incorporate more and more music opportunities into morning meetings and whole group times.

Ashley brought her violin to school one day, and the children loved to see, touch, and hear the instrument. Students danced wildly to fiddle music and laid still on the carpet pretending to sleep during a lullaby. Everyone enthusiastically agreed that music would be their first project.

In the months to follow, students conducted music experiments, wrote songs, and made instruments, both real and imaginary. They went on a field trip to Bryan Station High

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School to observe their orchestra, band, and classical guitar class. They also walked to the Upper School to meet the Spartones and Sayre Players Band. The class practiced musical vocabulary such as forte, piano, largo, and presto, and studied all the various instrument families and categorized instruments based on their musical attributes. Students created observational and memory drawings and designed collage art based on the instruments they had seen.

The Dogwood Room brought music to life by welcoming nearly twenty guest experts to their classroom. To end the music project, they hosted a musical performance featuring students singing and playing four different instruments. A reception followed to showcase their hard work and new musical knowledge which included vocabulary, classification skills, and rhythm. Music really is a universal language that brings joy to all!

he Governor’s Scholars Program strives to enhance Kentucky’s next generation of civic and economic leaders. Established in 1983, the program provides academic and personal growth through the balance of a strong liberal arts program with a full co-curricular and residential life experience. Students must complete an application and compete with others from across the state. Those selected attend the fiveweek program free of charge. Sayre was thrilled to announce Levy Deckard ’21 being selected to attend the 2020 Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program. Levy attended a week long program in person at Bellarmine University in July. Read about Levy’s experience at the Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program in his voice.

Rather than the traditional five-week long program, it was abbreviated this year into week long sections to accommodate for social distancing and capacity.

This meant that the overall time and number of people in each section were reduced. Instead of having a roommate, we were each given our own dorm room with an attached bathroom. We were required to wear masks except when in our dorm rooms or eating, but it was a fine trade off considering we were able to have the program in person. The classes were small in size (only up to about 10 students) and students were spaced apart while sitting.

The schedule of the program consisted of two different classes: seminar and the focus area.

Seminar was very different from the focus areas because it was a way for groups of students to get to know each other. Rather than having set content to get through, seminar was a class where conversations between students were stimulated.

These conversations were about everything from talks about personal experiences of systemic racism to what kind of music we enjoyed. Although the program was only a week long, I got to know the kids in my seminar very well.

My “focus area” was called Historical Analysis. The class focused on the problems with how we view history and how history is taught in high schools.

Specifically, we talked about how profit motivation incentivizes history textbooks to be as non-partisan as possible, and we also talked about how we can distort historical figures’ achievements to make them seem greater than actuality through what’s called “heroification.”

The most fun part of the experience came in the downtime between classes when we were just able to hang out and talk to each other. Though we were limited in regards to the physical activities we were able to do, I was fortunate enough to be able to meet and talk to a lot of students from across the state of Kentucky, especially because most of the world had become virtual up to that point.

Congratulations, Levy!

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hile studying the intricacies of criminal trials and appellate court, Sayre eighth graders were invited to get a good look inside the courtroom. What better way to enrich the study of the U.S. Constitution, specifically the branches of government? Visiting the Fayette County’s District Court allowed students the opportunity to witness the judicial branch in action. Eighth graders observed both criminal and civil motions. In addition, students participated in mock Supreme Court trials during class. A special thank you to Board Chair Emily Cowles for hosting our tour!

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n sixth grade social studies, students studied the economies, geographies, and people of South America during the unit covering that continent. Part of this work involved the study of indigenous populations and the traditional economies and resources still used sustainably to support micro-economies of the region. The backstrap loom dates back centuries in South and Central America, a traditional tool used in creating colorful fabrics.

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ince 1854, the Front Circle has seen generations arrive, be educated, and graduate. Students, faculty, and administrators have seen sunny days and winter storms, a Civil War, World Wars, upturns and downturns, peace, and now two pandemics.

In the early 20th century, Sayre College was both a boarding school and day school. Fifty-eight (or approximately one-third of enrolled) students were quarantined under its roof for three straight months (October – December 1918) with no illness. However, when the campus re-opened to its day students in January, thirty-five cases developed.

On June 2, 1919, 101 years ago, then-President (Head) A. Sidney Venable delivered the following report to the Board of Trustees with an account of the Spanish Flu Pandemic’s effect on the school, the loss of one of its students, and the fiscal impact it rendered.

Report of President A. Sidney Venable to the Board of Trustees of Sayre College meeting in Lexington, June 2, 1919.

The Session of the 1918-1919 is now drawing to its close.

The enrollment the first month was about one hundred, and fifty one of these were in the board department.

Sixth graders used a mitre saw and power drills to cut the clamps for their individual looms. They fabricated the heddles from re-purposed plastic and wood. Finally, they strung their looms with thread, tied off the warp to a table leg, and began to make their own woven products.

On October 9th, the Flu Ban was put on, and therefore the day student(s) were not allowed to attend till January 2. Some of the day students came in and boarded with us, which increased our number in the house to 58. Total enrollment in all departments 108.

“Accustomed to ready-made clothing and fabrics, the students were surprised (and delighted) to learn how long it takes to make a simple bracelet,” said Chris McGinley, Middle School social studies teacher.

For three months we kept up a strict quarantine and were able by so doing to keep the disease out of the college, (Thanks to our Heavenly Father), till after the

second week in January. During the months of Jan. and Feb. we had about 35 cases of the flu. None of these cases were severe at the time, but the disease set up complications resulting in five of our boarders going home, one of these Mary Sheldon died on May 16th.

The Session of 1918-1919 will be remembered not only by the Sayre College, but by all of the schools of the country as one of the most trying in its history.

The faculty in all of its departments numbered 18. The teachers have done splendid work, notwithstanding the difficulties that had to be faced.

On account of the Flu Ban several hundred dollars of tuition were lost to the college from the day students, and the five boarders who had to leave school on account of the sickness.

As with our own recent remote-learning experience, it is noteworthy that President Venable praised the work of the faculty and suggested this would be one of the most trying times in history for the school and country.

After our March move to remote learning, the spring and summer passed with our own Safe at Home quarantine, but we returned to campus following Safe at Sayre guidelines in the fall.

While reminded by the events of the past, we continue to be #SayreStrong and #SpartanStrong.

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ast winter, third grade debuted a new Lower School performance titled, “Opening Kentucky.”

Having led the study of Kentucky history for years with her students, 3rd grade teacher Jan Estes paired up with Music Teacher Marcus Thomas to design a performance that serves as a capstone experience for third graders. After in-depth study of the exploration and settlement of the state of Kentucky, students chose historical figures important to our state’s history and spent weeks researching, writing speeches, and memorizing.

Simultaneously in music class, students dove into learning Appalachian folk songs which are rooted deep in the history of our state. Along with mastering these songs, students practiced playing the instruments with expressive movement in dance to accentuate the musical stories. When the “curtain opened” on the morning of the show, the stage came alive with Kentucky explorers speaking directly to the audience about their accomplishments, Appalachian song and dance, and a heart stopping, tender rendition of “My Old Kentucky Home” accompanied by hanging bells and featuring solo vocalists. The first year of a new tradition is always exciting, and this performance did not disappoint. We look forward to many more third grade Kentucky history projects culminating on the stage in “Opening Kentucky.”

ach year, sophomores in Modern World History complete a research paper in lieu of a final exam. Under the unique circumstances, students managed to complete 1750 word research papers on a current event or historical topic after 1945. The papers included annotated bibliographies, footnotes, and scholarly evidence to support their theses. “We had many impressive academic research projects,” said Delia Pergande. Subjects ranged from drug trade to gun violence to religious, political, and geographical issues.

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•C armen Applegate - “The Effect of Drug Trafficking on Latin American Countries” - A case study of how the drug trade has created political, economic, and social instability in Colombia.

• Julianna Clayton - “The Real Threat to the U.S.: Hiding on American Soil” - A statistical investigation comparing the threat to Americans from terrorism versus gun violence.

• Cat Graves - “Who’s Doing it Right?

The U.S., Italy, South Korea, or China?” - An evaluative study of which nation has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic most effectively.

• Eliza Scoggin - “Women as Leaders in Southeast Asia: Time for a

Institute and worked at the offices of the David A. Sayre & Co Exchange Banking & Collecting Office. Further, he joined his uncle and the other founders of the Lexington Cemetery and served on that board. Clearly a close professional and personal bond formed between Ephraim, his Uncle David and his Aunt Abigail.

In January 1838, David and Abigail presented Ephraim with a Bible which, in David’s handwriting, is inscribed:

A Divine Gift Ephraim Danforth Sayre was born in 1820 in New Jersey to parents James C. Sayre and Elizabeth P. Hamilton (a relative of Alexander Hamilton). The Sayre family moved to Louisville, and in 1848, Ephraim moved to Lexington where his uncle David A. Sayre was a well-established business and philanthropic leader.

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very pleased with the results,” said Pergande. Here are a few examples of the topics researched:

Ephraim D. Sayre From his affectionate Uncle and Aunt David A. Sayre A.V. Sayre Lexington January 2nd, 1838 The Bible, The Holy Bible containing the Old and New Testaments: Translated Out of The Original Tongues and with the Former Translation Diligently Compared and Revised, is filled with notes of births, deaths, and travel of Lexington’s citizens,

Change” - A historical overview of female leaders promoting democratic reform in nations like the Philippines and Malaysia.

•C orinne Brunker - “BioTerrorism as a Pervasive Threat” - An assessment of the danger posed by bio-agents and the threats they pose in the 21st century.

• Aiden Owen - “September 11, 2001: How the U.S. Could Have Prevented the 9/11 Attacks” - A review of security and intelligence lapses that

written in pencil in the margins of many pages. Notations of church service dates appear adjacent to passages and verses throughout the manuscript.

Interestingly, some inscriptions describe movements of Confederate and Union troops and leaders throughout Lexington and the Commonwealth during the Civil War, with references to Colonel Grant’s occupying Paducah and the Confederates’ taking Chalk Bluffs in Hickman County and emphasizing the importance of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers travel corridor. There is a reference, too, of General Orlando B. Willcox to the Union Army and Confederate General Edmund Kirby Smith attending church, both “exhibiting great respect to private property while in Lexington.”

Upon his uncle’s death in September 1870, Ephraim became Chair of Sayre’s

failed to anticipate the attack by al Qaeda.

•C ole Pennington - “1980 U.S. Olympic Boycott” - An argument that America’s good intentions during the Carter administration did not yield positive results for the Cold War. • Solly Van Meter - “Israelis and Palestinians: Why Conflict Persists to This Day” - An outline of the religious, political, and geographical issues that resist resolution in the Middle East.

Board of Trustees and served from 1870 to 1899. Additionally, he continued to grow the bank as President and served as Treasurer to The Lexington Cemetery.

The Sayre family legacy was integral and many-faceted as Lexington grew in prestige and stature.

Susan and Sayre ’68 Combs have

generously gifted this rare, fragile, and incredibly significant piece of Sayre culture to the school. Sayre is a descendant of Ephraim and his wife Mary Woodruff, and the Bible has passed down through many generations. Susan and Sayre are the parents of Price ’07 and Miller ’08 and have been loyal friends of the school serving on the Board of Trustees, the Parents Association, and The Sayre Horse Show.

A most sincere and grateful “Thank You” to the entire Combs family for this addition to the Sayre School story.

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ast December, over thirty Sayre Middle School students attended the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA) and joined over 1,300 of their peers from across the State of Kentucky. On day one, three bill teams presented bills they researched and wrote and responded to debates regarding their bills. One of the bills, “An Act to Prohibit Conversion Therapy for Minors,” was ranked so highly that it was debated on the House floor of the Capitol Building in Frankfort.

Based on her poise and preparation as a leader in chambers, Ella Rhea Miller ’24 was selected to advance as Committee Chair. Additionally,

Anthony Hana ’24 was recognized as the outstanding speaker in his chambers.

Sayre’s Middle School delegation was recognized as a “Premier Delegation.” Additionally, Celie McKay ’25 was named “Outstanding Delegate” and Fiona Lee ’25 won an “Outstanding Speaker” award. Celie, Fiona, and Molly Lambert ’25 were recognized for their bill, which, in an extremely rare and exciting event, went uncontested in the Senate, was passed, and was signed into law. Congratulations, Sayre Middle School!

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their peers at the 2019 Kentucky Youth Assembly last November.

Parker Stewart ’21 was elected Governor, only the second time in Sayre School history that an Upper School student has won that statewide post. Sayre’s 36-member delegation won the Statesman Award, given to a school whose students offered the highest quality contributions to debate at the mock state government conference.

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• Outstanding Delegate: Aya Samadi ’20 •O utstanding Speakers: Jenna Moses ’20 and Parker Stewart ’21

In addition, James Gunasar ’22 and Benjamin Waltman ’20, who were elected last year, served as the assembly’s Lieutenant Governor and Commonwealth Senate President, respectively, presiding over the

• Outstanding Judicial Advocate and Winner of the Supreme Court Showcase: Abigail Dietrich ’20

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ayre students Levy Deckard ’21 and Eleanor Ickes ’21 were elected as President of the UN General Assembly and President of the International Court of Justice at this year’s Kentucky United Nations Assembly (KUNA) in Louisville last March. As a result, they will serve as presiding officers at the 2021 conference. Sayre sent 38 Upper School students to KUNA, which was attended by over 600 students from 31 schools representing 45 countries.

Sayre continued its tradition as a “premier delegation” and received the following awards and recognitions: • Outstanding Delegate: Olivia Allran ’20

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legislative forum attended by over 800 students from 25 schools.

Designated a premier delegation and recognized for their service by the Kentucky YMCA Youth Association, Sayre students received the following individual awards and recognitions:

•O utstanding Security Council Member: Sierra O’Brien ’20 •O utstanding Resolution Packet: Alex Cofield ’21, Melissa Shane ’21, Celia Huntress ’23, Mary Jann ’23 - Representing Lebanon – Convention on oceanic waste and its planetary destruction

Spencer Lutz ’21, Ricky Reynolds ’21, Harrison Ward ’21

– Representing India – A proposal regarding the reassembly of UNWater to better facilitate programs relating to water scarcity

• Commonwealth Bill passed both House and Senate chambers in the Capitol and was recognized as a “highly ranked” bill:

An Act Relating to Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception for Women Through the Over-the-Counter Purchase of Progestin-Only Birth Control Pills in the State of Kentucky, sponsored by Clark Kwun, Prerna Maggan, Melissa Shane, and Harrison Ward ’21 • Commonwealth Bill passed both House and Senate chambers

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Audrey Sams ’20, Gigi Cornett ’23, Dakota Musgrave ’20 – Representing Mexico– A proposal to address the crisis of processing asylum seekers

Schools Hire Counselors to Combat Rising Rates of Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide, sponsored by Jackson Cornett ’21, Nathalie deSousa ’21, and Cate Goodman ’21 • Bluegrass Bill passed both House and Senate chambers n Act Relating to Reporting A Suspected Animal Cruelty, sponsored by Gigi Cornett ’23 and Dakota Musgrave ’23 We are Spartan proud of these outstanding students and their notable accomplishments at KYA 2019!

•A ya Samadi ’20, elected as a presiding officer in 2019, served as editor-in-chief of the Media Corps • Laura Rich ’20 served as a justice for the International Court of Justice

•O utstanding ICJ Advocate Team: Ben Waltman ’20, Jackson Cornett ’21, and Eleanor Ickes ’21

• Olivia Allran ’20, August Brooks ’20 and Caroline Parker ’20 chaired Ranking Committees

•S elected for ICJ Showcase Round: Ben Waltman ’20

• Isabel Brunker ’20 served as assistant editor for Media Corps

•C hosen Vice President of her Voting Committee: August Brooks ’20

Congratulations to Sayre students for another great KUNA conference!

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nder the leadership of classroom teachers Kyla Wombles and Julie Stine, two- and three-year-olds in the Willow Room did a service project for a group of deployed soldiers. Inspired by the desire to do something helpful and kind for a classmate’s father who had recently deployed to Afghanistan, children made pieces of art to cheer him and his fellow soldiers.

“Operation Smile” was born! Children’s activities included painting an American flag, talking about what it means to be brave, and representing those ideas in pictures. Next, empty boxes were filled with non-perishable items that were mailed to the little girl’s father and five other men/women who were there with him. A few weeks later, the children received videos from the soldiers who had received their packages.

It was such a lovely project because the children brought smiles to the soldiers, and in return, the soldiers’ videos brought smiles to the children.

ne staple of the Lower and Middle School curriculum is Writer’s Workshop, a dedicated time for students to hone their writing skills by developing ideas, drafting, revising, and publishing their work. The hum of purposeful energy that accompanies Writer’s Workshop is unmistakable. There is such joy in watching students expand their own ideas and bring to fruition stories with a wonderful narrative arc and interesting, complex characters.

Two fifth graders in the fall of the 2019-2020 school year took that writer’s enthusiasm and combined it with the entrepreneurial and community spirit that Sayre loves to foster. Marc Hana and Fionn McKay developed the character of Ultraman and created a full-color comic book that detailed his origin

story and adventures around the globe. Once Ultraman was in print, they offered the comic for sale for $1 to students, teachers, and parents, with all proceeds promised to The Nest.

The Nest provides a safe place for education, counseling, and support to children and families in crisis.

McKay and Hana raised over $250 from their venture and personally delivered the check to Jeffrey White, Executive Director of The Nest. They were able to see the lovely facilities available for families and just how their donation would help.

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ower School families worked together last fall to collect children’s coats to make an immediate difference to young people who share our city and are in need of warmth during the cold months of winter.

With everyone working together, we were able to donate over 90 coats to “Believe in Forever” and “Kentucky Refugee Ministries” for immediate distribution to families in Lexington. Coming together to help others in the ways that we can is important to our Mission. We look forward to future projects that can make a difference to our own families as well as those in our broader community.

Looking for just the right business with Sayre connections? Sayre Cares and Shares is a list of community businesses on our website with links directly to the business’s home page.

Check out the list as a resource for our parents, faculty and staff, alumni, and friends of Sayre. If you would like to be added to the list, contact the Advancement Office at develop@sayreschool.org.

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KIDS TO KIDS Sayre School’s Kids to Kids program is designed to foster greater recognition and appreciation of human diversity.

Former parent and Board Member Melissa Stephan brought the program to Sayre sixteen years ago from the Kentucky Conference for Community and Justice. Kids to Kids is based on four principles that form the acronym KIDS: Kindness, Inclusion, Differences, and Self-Worth.

NEIGHBORHOOD BREAKFAST Mayor Linda Gorton, who took office in 2019, was the featured speaker at the annual Neighborhood Breakfast on September 13, 2019. “A Morning with Mayor Linda Gorton” gave the recently inaugurated mayor an opportunity to share her vision of the future of Lexington, including major plans for the reimagined Central Bank Center and the development of the Town Branch Commons.

This long-standing Sayre tradition provides an opportunity to invite our downtown neighbors to campus and share pertinent information with residents and stakeholders who cherish our unique urban location.

Interested Upper School students must apply to become a facilitator. After attending mandatory training sessions, student facilitators lead classroom lessons on stereotypes, prejudice, discrimination, empathy, inclusion, and tolerance for students in grades 2-7 in the fall and spring. Upper School public speaking teacher and Assistant College

Counselor Cathy Bilberry says, “As the faculty sponsor of Kids to Kids for the past 10 years, I have learned as much from the Upper School facilitators as I hope they’ve learned through our training. They help me to see areas where young people might need instruction, and they help us to develop ways to make the material accessible for the different grade levels we serve.

Watching a lesson come together in a classroom in the Lower School or Middle School has been a great source of joy for me.”

The Kids to Kids program actively seeks to promote a school climate of respect for civil discourse, understanding, and acceptance. “I’m so honored that I’ve been given the opportunity to be a Kids to Kids facilitator for the past four

years,” said Audrey Zahn ’21. “I’m passionate about racial tolerance and equality, and I love that I’m able to teach kids how to understand these subjects.

I love little kids, so that’s a bonus,” she said, with a smile. “I’m proud that I am able to positively impact the youth and hopefully create a better tomorrow because we definitely need that now more than ever.”

“Although Melissa Stephan officially ‘retired’ in 2017, she has continued to play a vital role in the Kids to Kids program: assisting with training sessions and providing snacks for the facilitators,” Bilberry said. “We have truly benefited from her knowledge, her kindness, and her unwavering support of diversity and inclusion at Sayre.”

ABBY SAYRE—First Director of the Lexington Orphan Society

Wishing George a happy retirement!

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In 1833, a very different pandemic swept the globe: cholera. The vicious digestive bacteria would go on to kill one out of every fourteen of Lexington’s 7,000 citizens. The young newlywed Maria Gratz, of nearby Gratz Park, took special interest in the children orphaned by the terrible illness. That same year, she gathered several generous society women to form the Lexington Orphan Society, which funded a home for the children. One of them, Abby Sayre (wife of Sayre School founder David A. Sayre), became the Society’s first director in 1833.

The first location of the orphanage was in a church on Mill Street, then on West Third Street. The most recent location was in Parker Place on Short Street (once home to Mary Todd Lincoln’s paternal grandmother) from 1907 until 1975, when it became a non-residential charity. The Lexington Orphan Society still exists today, as Lexington’s oldest charitable organization!

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ayre students made a difference for American Heart Month. Sayre Middle School students designed over 100 bright and colorful paper grocery bags in an effort to raise awareness and promote heart health messages empowering people to love their hearts! “Since February is American Heart Month, the students

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and I decided to emphasize ways to keep your heart healthy,” said Middle School art teacher Anne Allen.

“The bags provide heart-healthy recommendations in our student’s own words,” said Anne.

Sayre sixth-grader Sara Bailey Garlington loved the idea. Her bag

encouraged people to live life and stay healthy! “It was a fun project.

I hope people read the bags and take note of the messages,” said Sara Bailey.

The bags debuted at the Euclid Kroger on February 1, 2020.

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reschool students in the Redbud Room read lots of books about different ways to help each other.

One way they found particularly interesting to lift spirits was by writing letters! Teachers created a writing center for students to write and send cards to each other for Valentine’s Day. This activity sparked a real interest in mail and mail carriers.

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Real life experiences were embedded throughout to bring the mail project to life. Parents sent in photos of children by their mail boxes and children were encouraged to get to know their mail carrier. Students visited various mail rooms at Sayre to see where mail goes once it arrives at school. Preschoolers toured the USPS Mail Distribution Center on Nandino Blvd. and met Sayre’s long serving mail carrier.

Soon, the classroom was transformed into the Redbud Post Office, complete with mail slots for each child, a weighing station, a front desk, mail store, and mail sorting machines. The students received almost 100 pieces of mail, including a letter from Mickey Mouse at Disney World! After reading The Giant Hug, students were inspired to send their own big hug through the mail to someone special.

This project left our young students with an appreciation for how important our mail system is and how sending or receiving a letter or picture in the mail will bring a smile to anyone!

Above: Head of School Mr. Manella visited the classroom to show the children his extensive stamp collection from his childhood.

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On a warm, sunny afternoon in September 2019, the Sayre Parents Association hosted the annual Fall Festival at the Sayre Athletic Complex.

This highly anticipated event attracted more than 300 students and parents from the Sayre community.

Students of all ages enjoyed a variety of activities, including inflatables, interactive games, face painting, arts and crafts, and a hayride. The dunk tank and cakewalk were overwhelmingly the most popular activities.

Parents and students helped themselves to delicious carnival-style food choices provided by local food trucks and Sayre’s Buttery team. When it was time to break from the countless activities, families filled their plates, bags, and cups with delicious and satisfying treats.

The event would not have been possible without the countless hours of volunteer time and commitment of over 60 volunteers. A special thank you to cochairs Dania Fakhoury and Katie Maftoum for planning such a marvelous event.

Pop-Up Shops The Pop-Up Shops, hosted by Sayre Parents Association, brought the holiday spirit to our beautiful downtown campus on an afternoon in early December. In a matter of hours, Sayre’s spacious Buttery was transformed into a shopper’s delight.

Gifts galore were offered from over 20 different vendors in our community.

Beautiful home accessories, women’s and children’s clothing and purses, delightful smelling candles, and whimsical children’s books were in the bags of

many shoppers. Each vendor donated a percentage of their sales back to SPA. While parents were busy checking items off their shopping lists, students enjoyed their fun! In the lower level of the Buttery, students drank hot chocolate and created holiday crafts. The crowd favorites were imaginative balloon animals and ornate face paintings by Laine Comley ’98 of Memory Laine.

Event planners Kathryn Hill and Stephanie Nahra Johnson ’91 worked collaboratively with many Sayre parent volunteers to plan a memorable, funfilled afternoon for the whole family.

Chili Supper The C. V. Whitney Gymnasium was home to the Meet the Spartans Chili Supper.

The lively evening in November was filled with Spartan spirit and was the perfect atmosphere to introduce Sayre student-athletes.

The gym was decorated with blue and gold banners and balloon arches, organized by Sayre parents Stacy Robertson and Beth Hourigan. Athletic teams were introduced, and fans were treated to basketball scrimmages from the Middle and Upper School teams. To keep the energy high, Sayre cheerleaders tossed mini basketballs into the crowd.

When it was time to take a break from the excitement, guests were invited to the mezzanine for some delicious chili made by the talented Bill Barnes and his Buttery crew. Tables were decorated with fall flower arrangements donated by Sayre parent and employee Holly Evans.

The Spartan Spirit Shop was also onsite to outfit fans in the latest Sayre swag. Go Spartans!

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OUR MISSION IN ACTION: ANNIVERSARIES

ANNIVERSARIES APLENTY!

THE 35TH F. KEVIN SIMON HISTORY SYMPOSIUM celebrated the topic Women and the Vote: The Centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment.

Scholars Melanie Goan, University of Kentucky, Renee Laegreid, University of Wyoming, and Sharon Harley, University of Maryland spoke to the full house of secondary history teachers from Kentucky and surrounding states.

Bettina Morrish, Upper School faculty and coordinator of the event, said, “This year’s Symposium was especially timely and meaningful. Our three nationally renowned scholars on the Suffrage movement highlighted the many faces of the movement, its proponents, and the deep racial, class, and geographic divisions within it. It was a powerful reminder that no social movement is monolithic, that consensus is hard to reach, and that the familiar demands for justice and equality we still hear in the social justice movements of today are connected to the brave women and men who fought to give women an equal voice a century earlier. It is a pleasure to organize this event every year, to see growing participation, and to know how participants appreciate the chance to convene as a community of historians. Teachers attending this year’s Symposium went back to schools in three

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states with some powerful intellectual fuel in their tanks and new ways to think about the Suffrage movement likely to refresh their perspectives and curricula.”

THE 40TH SPECTACULAR was held in early March at the Griffin Gate Marriott, hosted for the special anniversary occasion by Head of School Stephen Manella and his wife, Anne. Special thanks go to Tracy Clinkinbeard, Silent Auction Chair, Melissa Mulholland and Sarah Sutherland, Live Auction CoChairs, Molly Yandell, Senior Spotlight Chair, Katie Maftoum, Class Baskets and Projects Chair, and Tiffany Christopher, Faculty Fun Chair. Countless additional volunteers aided in the production of the evening. In their welcome letter, Stephen and Anne added, “While this is our 40th Spectacular, let’s not forget that we are celebrating the 166 incredible years that Sayre has been shaping the lives of students and preparing them for a life of achievement and civic engagement.

We look forward to a heartwarming and festive evening with friends in support of a place we love.”

SAVE THE DATE for the 30th Annual Horse Show! To be held May 8, 2021 at Masterson Station Park. Watch for further information!

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It may take a village,

but in the end, Parker Stewart has made his mark

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n September 7, 2017, Sayre’s Board of Trustees ratified the school’s Mission and Vision Statements. The concluding sentence of the Vision Statement reads, “Our goal is to send students into the world understanding the meaning of honorable behavior, embracing the importance of personal accountability, and possessing the confidence and knowledge to contribute meaningfully to their future communities.”

The statement is lofty. One might even suggest that the statement mirrors the idyllic nature typical of the halls of academia.

However, at Sayre, one can make one’s mark, impact the community, garner advocates, put learning into action, protect the environment, and save money - all simultaneously. Therefore, if you think the above statement is hyperbolic, just listen to the story of one Upper School student, one teacher, one Head of School, and other members of the Sayre community.

In their story, you will uncover a narrative of creativity, passion, collaboration, and determination. In their story you will see the power of a Sayre education.

At the center of this story is Parker Stewart ’21, who in January of 2019 entered the second semester of his sophomore year at Sayre. He was enrolled in Debbie Wheeler’s AP Environmental Science class, and he was being challenged to design an Independent Study on an environmental topic of his choosing. The world and all its environmental issues were fair game.

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That challenge was all that 10th grader Parker Stewart needed. From there, Parker took all he had learned about renewable energy, settled on solar energy as his research topic, and hit the internet. In the course of his studies, he uncovered “Google Project Sunroof,” a Google app that allows users to check out the solar potential of any address entered. Parker did what we all do when presented with a new app; he explored, and more specifically, he explored places he knew: his home, his neighborhood, and of course, Sayre’s Upper School. And as Parker explored, he discovered that the Upper School had an estimated 1515 usable hours of sunlight per year, had 11,487 square feet available for solar panels, and could have an estimated net savings of $5,000 over twenty years.

Parker was on a roll. It seemed like a winwin situation. Sayre School could save money over the long run, it could become increasingly self-sustaining, it could reduce its carbon footprint, and it could become more environmentally friendly. Yet, in order to enact change, Parker needed to enlist advocates, and he needed to convince a person who could enact change; in short, he needed to persuade Sayre’s Head, Stephen Manella.

With the help of Debbie Wheeler, the other Upper School science faculty, and Jamie Clarke, the President of Synergy Home, LLC, the 2019 company specializing in the use of solar energy, Parker Stewart gained the

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family, stepped forward to support the solar initiative Parker had started. John Thomas, father of PK-4 Oliver, read about a donor’s involvement in Sayre’s solar initiative, and he felt that “having more solar power than could be used is an investment in our future.” Yet, again, Mr. Thomas’s enthusiasm for Sayre’s steps to reduce its carbon footprint piqued the interest of his father, Michael Thomas, who also donated to the cause.

approval of Sayre’s Head of School, and in August 2019, Sayre funds were formally set aside for the installation of solar panels on the Upper School. The initiative was on, and in short order, the Yandell family (Caroline ’20, Kate ’24, and Allison ’22) came forward to outfit the Upper School with additional panels to make a total of thirty solar panels.

According to Ms. Wheeler, those panels provided enough energy to service all the electrical needs of the Upper School’s science labs and to offset other electrical costs by contributing to the region’s electrical grid. Further, Justin and Molly Yandell saw the project as a way “to offset our carbon emissions and the school get lower utility bills for the next thirty years.”

Yet as so often happens, especially when dealing with electricity, the sparks kept flying. Parker’s brainchild, the thirty solar panels on the Upper School, morphed into ninety panels on Sayre’s new Lower School when two additional Sayre families, the Jane Smith Turner Foundation (Jane Garlington ’31, McCoy Garlington ’29, Sara Garlington ’26, Hope Garlington ’22, and Anna Garlington ’19) and the Thomas

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Parker Stewart has already made his mark, but he has neither concluded his quest to make Sayre increasingly sustainable nor ended his interest in solar energy.

As a junior, Parker’s science fair project sought to improve the school’s solar panels.

As his thinking went, solar panels are dependent upon the sunlight they can harness. Therefore, solar panels, properly programmed, could actually track the sun and increase the amount of energy delivered to the grid. Now, as a senior, Parker is sometimes stunned with how far his AP Environmental Science project has come. His hope is that Sayre will set aside the money saved by the 120 panels and use that savings to continue to invest in an increasingly carbon neutral campus. Parker sees no limit to what students on Sayre’s campus can accomplish, and he encourages others to look around. He states, “Really looking for improvements is a good thing. It is not being a pessimist to look and say, ‘This could be better,’ as long as you try to fix it. To take action to try to change something for the better is a great thing…and you can do that here at Sayre.”

Yes, Sayre has a vision; it seeks to encourage its students to utilize their knowledge, to make a difference, and to improve their communities. Parker Stewart has done just that. Yet he didn’t do it alone; he worked alongside others. Good ideas require precise formulation, communication, feedback, revision, advocacy and tenacity to be brought to fruition. And at Sayre, Parker found the encouragement and support to bring his idea to reality.

Sayre envisions a new day

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n 2004, Sayre School celebrated its sesquicentennial year throughout the campus. Now it is 2020, and Sayre is soon to turn 167 years old. Over the decades, Sayre School has gone from a small woman’s college to a robust school of 582 students in PK-2 through 12th grade where students make their mark and, last year, took their skills, their confidence, and their dreams to forty colleges and universities across the nation. And if Stephen Manella, Head of School, and the Board of Trustees have their way, Sayre won’t be the same school even ten years from now. The school’s leadership is committed to ushering its students on a journey, to providing its students with pathways to the future, and to challenging its students “to act locally and think globally in the spirit of citizenship, service, and justice.” In short, Sayre’s leadership has a VISION for 2030.

Yes, Sayre is ready to embark on a journey, and Sayre’s Vision 2030 is the road map to take the school into the next decade. On

January 10th, 2020, Sayre’s Board of Trustees, leadership team, and other members of the Sayre community met at the Thomas Hunt Morgan House for a day-long retreat.

Their goal was to develop a common understanding of benchmarking and internal data and to form a strategic platform that would then be expanded in subcommittees over the upcoming months. Guided by representatives from the Wunderlin Company of Louisville, Kentucky, these members of the Sayre community met to begin the process of preparing for the future.

Over the following months, these same members of the Sayre community met, in large and in small committees, to establish and implement a strategic plan that focuses on a set number of strategies and articulates goals and initiatives to be met during the next ten years. In the end, the group created a road map to move Sayre forward, to keep the school focused and on course, and to set our students on their way to meaningful and purposeful lives.

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Armed with a detailed road map, our school is ready to venture into the future.

At the heart of the plan are five guiding principles: the development of an increasingly innovative, flexible, and experiential curriculum; the continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; financial sustainability; the elevation of health and social-emotional well-being; and the promotion of brand positioning and increased enrollment. The guiding principles are indeed ambitious, but what separates this strategic plan from those formulated in the past is the specificity of the final document. Sayre Vision 2030 is concrete in its goals and initiatives. Further, the plan requires continual assessment to determine each initiative’s success. As Stephen Manella states, “For every strategy we have, we have a series of goals, and these goals are benchmarks and measurements. We are going back and assessing our progress and therefore, our effectiveness.”

In our previous strategic plan, Sayre Vision 2018: Making our Mark on the Future, the school set out to tell its story and to make its mark. Since that plan, written and adopted during the 2012/2013 academic year, Sayre has built a state-of-the-art Lower School, has significantly increased student opportunities for global studies, has made improvements to the Sayre Athletic Complex (including stands, a broadcast booth, and lights), has renovated the duplex on Constitution Avenue, and owns four contiguous properties on Constitution and one on East Second Street. Further, and what pleases Stephen Manella most, is the increase in student retention since the last strategic plan. Currently, Sayre has a 94% retention rate, well above the national (NAIS) and regional (ISACS) benchmarks.

Manella says that the retention rate speaks to “the quality of our program, the quality of our instruction, and also a shared belief in the vision and opportunities we provide students.”

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In Vision 2030, Sayre is forging into the future, and its constituency is being asked to embrace the myriad possibilities that an everchanging future holds. In specific, Stephen Manella sees a school whose curriculum is increasingly innovative and experiential but also flexible, with the ability to expand its resources and offerings in all divisions through the use of technology. Sayre’s Head sees a school with an integrated Kindergarten through 12th grade approach to coding, engineering, and design; an expansion of programming for outdoor education, global studies, human development, health, and social-emotional well-being; and the development of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs across the campus.

Sayre’s Vision 2030 is ever mindful of the skills Sayre students will need in their proverbial backpacks as they leave the school’s hallowed halls. Yet, it also recognizes the importance of financial sustainability. To that end, this strategic plan articulates, among other initiatives, the school’s commitment to doubling its endowment and establishing an annual enrollment of 625 students.

Vision 2030 is in place, and Sayre has already begun its journey. Armed with a detailed road map, our school is ready to venture into the future, determined to offer a challenging and forward-thinking curriculum that will provide, as its Vision Statement states, “clear post-graduate pathways to college, careers, and purpose-filled lives.”

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ALUMNI

Class of 2007 alumna Libby Clay has joined the Admission Office as Assistant Director. Libby’s focus is on our youngest alums who are beginning their journeys of parenthood. She brings a unique perspective to the admissions process having taught Kindergarten in our Lower School for three years.

“Oftentimes, finding your son or daughter’s first school experience can be a difficult decision. With our new alumni initiative, we are starting our contact with parents the moment we know they are expecting! The trajectory of contact points typically begins by touching base with the couple to congratulate them on their pregnancy and gathering their most current address. A Sayre Spartans genderneutral bib is sent to the family close to the due date. At six months old, the family receives a branded bag of coffee with an encouraging note. As the child

marks their first birthday, they receive a postcard inviting the family to see our Lower School. Lastly, at 18-months, the family is invited to set up a tour. A handwritten note, furthering the tender and genuine nature of the reach out, accompanies each package.

Space’ nights are grown-up gatherings where parents have a glass of wine, possibly preceding downtown dinner plans, and take a casual walking tour of the Lower School. These tours may be self-guided or with someone from Admissions.

In addition to the mailings, multiple occasions draw the families to see our beautiful space. ‘Spartan Sprouts Saturdays’ are early Saturday mornings where local alumni with young children can bring their little ones and enjoy fresh, hot coffee and snacks while reconnecting with fellow alumni who are at the same stage in their lives. ‘See the

Our mindset with this initiative is to remember that heartfelt, consistent connections are the basis of community.

We want to show our beloved alumni that we want them here. I’ve seen so many alumni, upon setting foot back on campus, be instantly transported back to the ‘good ole days’ when they were in school at Sayre, happy, safe, and thriving.”

INVESTING IN THE FUTURE Investing is always a hot topic amongst any family, particularly those with young children. Stocks, bonds, and real estate are just some of the many ways we invest to secure a lifestyle for our loved ones.

One way our 50+ alumni families have chosen to invest is in their children’s education.

For many of our alumni, Sayre was the cornerstone to their success.

When it came time to choose a school, many wanted the same wonderful opportunity for their children as they enjoyed. While the campus has changed and teachers have come and gone, one thing remains constant: The Sayre Difference. To know it is to love it, which is why these alumni have chosen Sayre for their children’s futures.

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Mark ’87 and Holly Davis Mark Davis grew up in Winchester, Kentucky, and after graduating from Sayre, he attended Emory University, obtaining a B.A. in 1991. After graduation, he worked in Atlanta until he moved back to Lexington to start a home building company. Since 2000, he has served as the President and Owner of A. Myers Davis Development Co. and MLP Management Co. The companies specialize in apartment development and management.

Mark’s wife Holly grew up in Ashland, Kentucky and received an undergraduate degree from Georgetown College and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Kentucky.

Previously, Holly worked in banking for twenty years with Community Trust, Chase, and BB&T. Connor and Cate both began at Sayre in PK-4. Connor will graduate in 2021 and is currently applying to colleges. Cate is in the class of 2023.

WHAT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES HAS SAYRE AFFORDED YOUR CHILDREN? ACADEMICS, ARTS, ATHLETICS, ETC.?

From arts to sports, Sayre has given our children multiple opportunities to try new things, gain confidence, solve problems, and frequently succeed. It’s packaged as sports or arts, but they learn so many life skills as well. Cate has been involved with cheerleading, golf, and tennis.

Connor played golf, basketball, and baseball. As a senior, Connor decided to try football for the first time. That has been a terrific experience, and he has really enjoyed it. Both of our children have also experienced performing

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Michael ’87 and Amy Dunn in musicals and either the Sayre Singers or the Spartones. These are all fantastic opportunities outside the classroom to socialize and stay busy with friends and, hopefully, learn to manage their time.

BOTTOM LINE…WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SAYRE? Mark attended public school through his sophomore year.

However, after moving to Sayre, the experience was transformative. The level of challenge and expectation the Sayre faculty brought was infectious. He hoped to share that same excitement with his children. When visiting Sayre, Holly loved the energy and color of the Lower School. The children and teachers all seemed so happy.

That love has grown exponentially with the construction of the new Lower School. Mark and Holly relished that their children could spend their entire elementary and secondary careers on the same downtown campus.

WHAT DO I WANT MY CHILDREN TO TAKE WITH THEM UPON GRADUATING FROM SAYRE? When our children leave Sayre, we’d like them to understand and respect that the world is vast with differing opinions. We want them to give voice to their views with well-reasoned arguments while respectfully listening to those of others. These critical thinking skills will continue to evolve as they get older and move into different life phases. When they leave Sayre, hopefully, they will have learned HOW to learn. They can use that every day for the rest of their lives.

Michael Dunn enrolled in kindergarten at Sayre in 1974. He is a Vice-President of Mortgage Lending at Walden Mortgage Group, a division of Ball Homes.

His wife Amy is an Upper School mathematics teacher. She began her Sayre teaching career in 1989.

Their older son Harrison ’14 graduated from Centre College in 2018 where he played soccer and was the team captain his senior year. He currently works for Blanton’s Bourbon Shop and is an Assistant Soccer Coach for the boys varsity team at Sayre.

Their daughter Lauren ’17 is now a senior at The University of Florida and plans to attend law school in the fall of 2021. Their younger son Mason ’22 says, “Sayre has given me friendships that will last a lifetime, the opportunity to play multiple varsity sports, and a great education.” Michael was a lifer as well as all three children.

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE SAYRE DIFFERENCE?

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAMILY’S “GO TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC?

tennis balls, taking him on golf cart rides, and getting him out of the neighborhood ponds. Pumbaa is a big fan of Lake Cumberland, where we spent most weekends of the summer.

In early March, we adopted a dog, half lab – half golden from 4 Paws for Ability in Xenia, Ohio. It is a facility that breeds service animals.

His name is Pumbaa, and we have spent the last six months with him at the center of our lives. He made a career change when he was seventeen months old to come and live with us. We spent the months of March, April, and May throwing

We think the Sayre difference is the student body. Every student is unique and contributes to the Sayre community in their own way.

WHAT DO YOU WANT YOUR CHILDREN TO TAKE WITH THEM UPON GRADUATING FROM SAYRE? We want our children to graduate from Sayre as confident and welleducated individuals who continue to have academic success at the next level.

BOTTOM LINE…WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SAYRE? We chose to send our children to Sayre for the rigorous academic curriculum and the unique opportunity to learn geometry and calculus from their mother.

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE SAYRE DIFFERENCE? The academic rigor is unmatched in a PK-12 school, but moreover, we always felt safe sending our children to Sayre, and we know the intimate size offers a

WHAT IS YOUR FAMILY’S “GO-TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC? During the pandemic, we continued to enjoy fireside family chats and playing board games.

DESCRIBE YOUR VISION OF SAYRE IN 2030.

We would love to see the athletic programs continue to grow. We would like to see a fine arts center built for Sayre’s talented arts community in addition to the firstclass athletic complex.

unique learning environment.

The faculty and administrators know our children and care for them academically and socially.

They have provided so many opportunities for us to learn as parents what our children are experiencing emotionally at every age. These occasions come not only from their teachers but also from counselors, in-person speakers, and online videos that help us be better parents.

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Peter ’83 and Ginny Huntress of our kids have classmates who are children of Peter’s classmates… quite a legacy! Peter works as an energy attorney and Ginny has worked in marketing in the past and currently enjoys volunteer work.

WHAT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES HAS SAYRE AFFORDED YOUR CHILDREN? ACADEMICS, ARTS, ATHLETICS, ETC.?

Peter Huntress grew up in Lexington and attended Sayre, Kindergarten through 10th grade, while his father coached football and his mother taught English Literature at the University of Kentucky. Then, he went to boarding school to finish high school when his parents moved away from Lexington. Originally from Texas, but having lived many places, they moved to Lexington for the 2019-20 school year. They had visited family in the area many times and loved the city’s ease, beauty, and friendliness. He had stayed in touch with several fellow alumni and told many stories about his years at Sayre. So when they decided to move, they immediately thought of Sayre. They loved how welcoming the faculty was and the dedication of the teachers and staff.

Lydia and Cecelia are in 10th grade, Anna is in 8th grade, and Will is in 5th grade this year. They were amazed to find out that some

A school that encourages wellroundedness is a great gift. With the smaller class size, our children have participated in athletics and arts, which is a priceless opportunity.

We have also appreciated the personalized approach to learning.

We have been to many schools in our relocations and have found Sayre special in its flexibility and support of the Upper School students’ varied postgraduate goals and plans.

WHAT DO YOU WANT YOUR CHILDREN TO TAKE WITH THEM UPON GRADUATING FROM SAYRE? We want our children to leave with the belief that hard work is worth the effort and challenges are a gift for growth. Sayre’s teachers have been very supportive, and we’re so happy that our children are taught by adults who value them and their futures. That support is something that can deeply affect their future success.

Chris Newman ’07 and Maggie Richardson WHAT IS YOUR FAMILY’S “GO-TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC? We have both had international careers before coming to Lexington, and we lived as a family overseas for several years when the children were young, so we all love to travel! Being grounded has been challenging, but we’ve made up for that by having an international cooking night. We covered 12 countries before we started back to school. Of course, there were many game nights, but we have yet to win at the board game Pandemic !

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE SAYRE DIFFERENCE? Student–teacher ratio and the quality of the staff are what makes the biggest difference at Sayre. We believe it is essential for the teachers to get to know our children, learn about their strengths and weaknesses, and encourage and build them. We have also been impressed by the constant efforts to improve and grow as a school community. Hard times show what you’re made of, and we are proud of Sayre’s handling during the pandemic and all the hard work this has taken to keep our kids learning and growing.

Chris Newman is a lifer, having entered Sayre in Preschool. He completed his B.S. and M.S. in Civil, Environmental, and Mining Engineering from West Virginia University. There, he met Maggie Richardson, who completed her B.A. and M.A. in Education in 2014.

Together, they moved to Lexington so that Chris could pursue his Ph.D. at the University of Kentucky, while Maggie began her career in Sayre’s Academic Services as a Learning Specialist. Currently, Chris works for Appalachian Mining and Engineering, a mining and geotechnical engineering consulting firm. They have twin daughters, Libby and Ellie, who both attend preschool (class of 2035!) in the Lower School.

WHAT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES HAS SAYRE AFFORDED YOUR CHILDREN? ACADEMICS, ARTS, ATHLETICS, ETC.?

The curriculum used in Sayre’s Preschool classrooms provides an immersive environment that encourages the girls to investigate their curiosities while providing them the tools to find their answers. This learning continues at home as Libby and Ellie explore and play. The Sayre faculty and staff have instilled an infectious love of learning in our girls.

BOTTOM LINE…WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SAYRE? As a family of Sayre alums and current faculty, we have been given a unique perspective over the organization’s entirety. Across

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the spectrum, Sayre provides its students with an unparalleled education. We chose Sayre because the academic curriculum focuses on broadening one’s intellectual abilities while cultivating a love of learning to better oneself and the community.

WHAT DO YOU WANT YOUR CHILDREN TO TAKE WITH THEM UPON GRADUATING FROM SAYRE? Confidence.

WHAT IS YOUR FAMILY’S “GO-TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC? Family walks around the neighborhood. With two toddlers, it was absolutely necessary to get out of the house every day, rain or shine.

During these walks, we carried over their learning from Seesaw and Zoom classroom meetings.

We pointed out letters on signs, identified colors in nature, created works of art with found items, and even took polls from neighbors we passed. It was truly a wonderful learning and bonding experience with our family that would not have been possible without Sayre’s dedication to remote learning during such an onerous time.

IF YOU COULD GRANT SAYRE ONE WISH TODAY, WHAT WOULD IT BE? We would grant Sayre our time, dedication, and resources to make it more diverse and inclusive while maintaining its original integrity.

We hope Sayre will continue to make strides in this department so that all learners have a place in the community.

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Heather ’94 and Danny Reilly Heather Hacker Reilly and Danny Reilly have been Sayre parents for three years. They have two daughters; Collins is in 2nd grade, and Gresham is in PK-2. Heather is the owner of a local home & gift boutique adelé, and Danny is Director of U.S. Sales for Kingston Technology. They met while living in Chicago and married in 2006.

They enjoy traveling, spending time with family, and trying out the many great smallrestaurants Lexington has to offer.

WHAT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES HAS SAYRE AFFORDED YOUR CHILDREN? ACADEMICS, ARTS, ATHLETICS, ETC.?

Our favorite aspect so far has been the project-based learning model the Lower School uses. To focus on a specific subject (for instance, right now Collins is learning about insects) and learn not just about the general knowledge pertaining to the subject matter, but also study it in all the specials makes learning much more engaging, interesting, and fun.

BOTTOM LINE…WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SAYRE? The new Lower School building is absolutely incredible! Actually, the entire campus has developed into a unique and inviting educational oasis in the heart of downtown Lexington. Also, we are big fans of Mr. & Mrs. Manella!

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Robbie ’98 and Melissa Turner WHAT IS YOUR FAMILY’S “GO-TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC? The girls like to make up songs to sing while their dad plays the guitar.

IN YOUR OPINION, WHAT IS THE SAYRE DIFFERENCE? Community. During Collins’s Kindergarten Open House a few years ago, we remember Ms. Susie from the Buttery coming up and giving her a big hug and saying, “There’s my girl!” She remembered Collins from Summer at Sayre. As a new family, this small gesture instantly put us at ease. This year, Collins says her favorite part of the day is lunch so she can “chat” with Mrs. Greathouse. There is a special relationship between the students and faculty/staff that would be hard to replicate at most other schools.

IF YOU COULD GRANT SAYRE ONE WISH TODAY, WHAT WOULD IT BE? An endless endowment!

Robbie Turner graduated from Washington & Lee and completed a M.A. in Theology and Ethics at Lexington Theological Seminary.

He works for Mary’s Meals, an international school feeding charity. He also coaches basketball and soccer at Sayre. Melissa graduated from SUNY Geneseo and completed a Master of Social Work at the University of Kentucky.

She works as a Behavioral Health Services Clinician at KVC. Caleb is in 8th grade, Abigail is in 6th grade, and Daniel is in 5th grade, and each of them enjoy sports. They all play basketball and soccer; Caleb and Abigail also run cross-country and track, and Daniel plays baseball.

WHAT UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES HAS SAYRE AFFORDED YOUR CHILDREN? ACADEMICS, ARTS, ATHLETICS, ETC.?

One of the best benefits that our kids are afforded at Sayre is the opportunity to try new things, new activities, in ways that fit well with the things in which they are already engaged. Our kids really enjoy athletics, and Sayre gave them the chance to try out track and cross country. At first, it was just a way to try something new and stay in shape for other sports (basketball, soccer, etc.). Given the opportunity to try, though, they have realized they love both sports and have really excelled, just because they were given the opportunity.

The smaller class sizes and the incredible personal investment from teachers are also tremendously important benefits of our being at Sayre. Ours have also benefited socially with smaller classes, feeling as if they can more

easily make friends across their classes and in other grades.

The class trips have also been a really special opportunity for learning and just a lot of fun for our kids. The fact that teachers chaperone the trips and offer such energy and support for the students is another testament to their tremendous commitment to educating our children, in and out of the classroom. Class trips are one of the school traditions we miss the most during the pandemic.

BOTTOM LINE…WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO SAYRE? We’re grateful for the personal connection that faculty and staff have with our children and our whole family. We wanted our children to be challenged in the classroom and to care for the “whole child.” We also believe that student independence and mutual respect as they progress through Middle and Upper School will prepare them well for critical thinking, independent study, and work in college and beyond.

We love how staff and faculty across campus are willing to extend themselves beyond their respective duties to add depth and support to our children’s school experiences.

Our children have greatly benefited from the intentional collaboration across disciplines. The faculty and staff at Sayre know our kids and our family and go the extra mile in so many ways to ensure our kids are well supported and thriving. We couldn’t be more grateful for their care and generosity.

WHAT DO YOU WANT YOUR CHILDREN TO TAKE WITH THEM UPON GRADUATING FROM SAYRE? We hope our kids have been challenged intellectually, have gained a wonder of learning, and have been pushed to learn and know how to think critically.

We want our children to use the knowledge they’ve gained in such a privileged environment to go out and help build the common good.

We also hope they will develop friendships that will last a lifetime.

WHAT IS YOUR FAMILY’S “GO-TO” ACTIVITY DURING THE PANDEMIC? We have definitely been outside more. This summer, we played lots of golf, swam, and the kids rode bikes way more than the usual summer. We’ve also extended our sports repertoire to include pingpong and badminton!

IF YOU COULD GRANT SAYRE ONE WISH TODAY, WHAT WOULD IT BE? We’d love to see Sayre have a second gym or practice gym. With so many kids – ours included – playing basketball, volleyball, and other sports, the Sayre community could really use a second gym.

We’d also be thrilled to see a track built around the Sayre Athletic Complex’s soccer/football field.

Beyond athletics, we wish that more children could benefit from the unique opportunities Sayre has to offer. Especially during COVID-19, we’re aware of how much of a gift it is for our children to be learning in school. We are grateful for the faculty, staff, and administration who have worked so diligently and creatively to make it safe at Sayre.

We wish more children could have such an opportunity.

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“ The new Lower School building is absolutely incredible!

Actually, the entire campus has developed into a unique and inviting educational oasis in the heart of downtown Lexington!”—HEATHER HACKER REILLY '94

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Not pictured: Margaret ’05 and Bush ’06 Gess Laura Heil ’01 and Chris Ruberg Jay ’89 and Traci Atkins Tom ’69 and Susie Bell Jane and Andrew ’89 Grunwald Mary Louise Lorton ’10 Kimberly and John Michael ’06 Lorton Lisa and Pope ’83 McLean Amy and Phillips ’86 Mitchell

Adrianna and Bradley ’98 Nahra Tyler ’93 Nahra Jennifer and Joe ’94 Palumbo Molly and Griggs ’90 Powell Mary and Donnie ’98 Rardin Stacy and Scottie ’90 Robertson Ann and Barry ’81 Stilz Sarah and Robo ’98 Sutherland Jennifer West ’07 Jamie ’00 and Greg ’98 Leveridge

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he Thomas A. Grunwald Alumni Golf Scramble was a big success! Held at Spring Valley Golf Club on Monday, October 12, 2020, 30 teams (alumni, sponsors, current parents, and friends of Sayre) enjoyed a beautiful fall afternoon of golf while raising funds to benefit Sayre School. The winners of the 2020 Scramble

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were Michael Dunn ’87, David Demarest, Kevin Knezevich, and Todd Stewart. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the Golf Scramble committee (Cindy Eason, Stephanie Nahra Johnson ’91, Rich Little, Brad Nahra ’98, and the Advancement Office), teams, and sponsors.

A special thank you to Spring Valley Golf Club for hosting multiple scrambles throughout the years!

1. Janet Goldthorpe, Holly Evans, Lori Wood, Jennifer Palumbo. The Birdies & Bows Team. 2. Chad Walter, Phil Luckett, Trish Samanich, Austin Fackler 3. Taylor Burgess ’08, Walker Hancock ’08, Allison Hancock ’10 Bishop, Will Bishop. Claiborne Farm. 4. Bill Sellers, Ben Haggin ’84, Bill Farish, Thomas Hyams. Lane’s End Farm. 5. Head of School Stephen Manella putting for the Birdies & Bows team.

6. Aaron Simmerman, Cindy Eason, Rob Goodman ’89 7. 2020 Champions: Michael Dunn ’87, David Demarest, Kevin Knezevich, Todd Stewart. The Walden Group. 8. Golfers heading to their starting positions.

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ALUMNI VIRTUAL COCKTAIL PARTIES 2020 As our “new normal” lives move forward with facemasks and social distancing, we remember how great it was to be with friends and family on a personal level.

And knowing early on we would not be able to hold an in-person reunion, we decided the best way to continue the tradition of our Alumni Reunion was to host several virtual cocktail parties in early November. Reunion ambassadors contacted their classmates and planned a night to Zoom, reminisce, and have fun catching up with each other.

Over 130 alums from across the country and around the world joined in the fun. We will have a huge celebration next year for ALL Sayre alumni, so please know you ALL will be celebrated at a later date and celebrated IN PERSON!

hen Sayre became a coed high school institution in 1964, athletics became an increasingly important part of the fabric of student life.

Many great athletes have walked the halls of Sayre School while obtaining an experience of “the widest range and highest order.” Records were set, broken, and broken again. In the mid-1990s, the Alumni, under the direction of Tom Grunwald, established the Sayre Athletic Hall of Fame to recognize some of the accomplishments of our former athletes and share their stories with those who carry on the tradition of excellence.

On Friday, February 7, 2019, five new inductees were enshrined in the Athletic Hall of Fame. Their names and photos will hang on the wall for all who pass by to see and marvel at their accomplishments.

18 strikeouts in one game. At his graduation, Tim was awarded the C.V. Whitney Cup as outstanding senior male athlete. He went on to play football for Murray State University.

Tim Bailey ’70 has been described by his classmates as “a fierce competitor.” A multi-sport athlete at Sayre, Tim played football, basketball, and baseball. As his teammate and classmate Bruce Isaacs said, “There is no doubt Tim was the best all-around athlete in our class.” Tim earned All Bluegrass Conference and All-City honors for his football field accomplishments, and was named First Team All-City Offensive End 1969. He earned All-City accolades in basketball as he averaged 11 points per game and 15 rebounds per game during the 1969-70 season, including one game of 29 rebounds. In 1970, Tim was named First Team All-City as a pitcher. He recorded

Bill Summerlin ’78 was also a multi-sport star in his class. A four-year letterman in track, his records included placing first in State A High Hurdles for three consecutive years (1976-1978), placing first in State A Low Hurdles in 1976, and also placing second in Low Hurdles in 1977 and 1978. In 1975, Bill placed third in the State A triple-jump.

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Bill went on to run track for the University of South Carolina. Bill passed away shortly after receiving this distinction. Please see In Memorium.

Mike Lamb came to Sayre in 1977 for the specific purpose of starting a soccer program. Through Mike’s diligence, Sayre was able to have its first soccer team in 1977. Soccer was not the only sport that Mike would coach in his tenure at Sayre.

He coached baseball and was the assistant coach for boys varsity basketball before taking over the girls varsity basketball team that wasn’t reaching its potential. As Athletic Director, Mike developed a Mission Statement for athletics providing structure and focus for all the coaches. He served as Athletic Director from 1977 – 1983 but oversaw athletics and the physical education program his entire tenure. Mike was willing to step in

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to fill any void, and his sacrifices are second to none. He is also known for his wit and sense of humor.

Mike always wears a smile. As Cindy Eason spoke about Mike at the Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony, she ended by saying, “Everyone needs a Mike Lamb in their life.”

Dee Smith ’07 was proof that heart cannot be measured. At 5’6’’, Dee was not tall for the sport of basketball, yet his impact was large. Dee led the city of Lexington in scoring twice during his career, earning several All-City awards.

Over Dee’s years on the team, he connected with 156 three-point baskets and scored 1586 points, including 576 his senior year. He holds Sayre’s all-time record for steals. For many years, Spartan basketball and Dee Smith were synonymous. One of his classmates said during their high school years, “Dee was the face for Sayre basketball. He was the backbone of our team.” His coach Gene Kirk added, “Many people would come to Sayre games just to see what Dee was going to do next.” Dee went on to play at the collegiate level at Asbury College upon graduation from Sayre.

Maddox Patterson ’15 was a runner for the ages and an example of how hard work pays off. Her combination of diligence, talent, and leadership made her an exceptional student-athlete at Sayre.

Maddox has three cross-country titles (7th, 8th, and 9th grade), one 3,200-meter title, and one 4x800 relay title. She also holds five individual region titles in crosscountry and two more in track. She led the Sayre cross-country team to three region titles and three topten finishes at State. Maddox was named to the Bluegrass Conference Team, All-Area 6 Team, First Team All-State, and First Team All-Grade each year. She was also named Bluegrass Runner of the Year twice.

Maddox went on to compete for the University of Florida upon graduation from Sayre.

Bart Walton ’69 has recently released a second book entitled American Pilgrim: An Ancient Quest in Modern Times. Bart is a licensed acupuncturist and certified shiatsu practitioner with a private practice on Kauai, Hawaii.

Harding ’01 and Wells Dowell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Blakeley Smith Bullard Dowell. Smith was born May 1, 2020 and weighed 8 pounds 5 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. Hall, age 3, is enjoying his new role as big brother!

Natalie Greathouse ’01 and Brett Manor are thrilled to announce the birth of their son William Nash Manor. Nash was born August 4, 2020 and weighed 7 pounds 11 ounces and was 19” long.

Cynthia Payne ’01 is the new Assistant Dean for Student Success in the University of Dayton College of Arts and Sciences.

She began her new role March 2, 2020. Cynthia is responsible for oversight of the College’s Discover Programs and General Studies, and she serves as the primary contact for the College’s work to support multicultural students.

Marisa Cattoi Casey ’04 was named CEO of Georgetown Events, a large-scale restaurant group in Washington, DC, in January 2020. The company owns 12 restaurants in DC and Nantucket, MA. Alex ’05 And Glenna Worrell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Anna Corbin Worrell. Anna Corbin was born January 30, 2020 weighing 7 pounds 11 ounces and 19 ¾” long.

Meghan Brady ’06 and Case Fedor are excited to announce the birth of their daughter Charlotte Harrison Fedor.

Charlotte was born April 17, 2020. She was 20.5” long and weighed 8 pounds 4 ounces.

Rebecca Zeitlin ’07 has been named Head of Communications and External Affairs for Hybrid Air Vehicles Ltd., the British aerospace company behind the groundbreaking Airlander 10 hybrid aircraft!

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Emily Breeding ’08 and Andrew Cook were married at the home of her parents on June 6, 2020. Katie Gardner ’08 served as her maid of honor and Bo List, friend and Sayre faculty member, officiated the wedding! Emily and Andrew look forward to a time when their friends and family can get together to celebrate their marriage.

Kristen Cattoi ’08 Foley graduated from Vanderbilt (’12) and the University of Kentucky Dental School (’16). She now owns and operates her own dental practice, Richmond Smile Design, in Richmond, KY. Kristen and Sean Foley ’08 were married in 2013 and they have two children; Corey, 3, and Adah, 20 months.

Katie Gardner ’08 completed studies at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and the Wharton School for a joint JD/MBA in May 2020. Katie resides in Los Angeles, California and works in the energy sector.

Katie is also a 2013 graduate of the University of Kentucky’s Department of Mining Engineering and a licensed Professional Engineer in Nevada. After graduating, she spent four years working in Newmont Mining’s Leeville gold mine near Elko, NV. Spencer ’11 and Maureen Liddy Strup were married September 5, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. They feel very fortunate they were able to celebrate with family and friends. After the wedding, Spencer and Maureen spent a week in Nantucket and are now back in Chicago preparing to move just out of the city to Riverside, Illinois.

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hat do you want to be when you grow up? First Graders explored this topic as part of their project work. Students had the opportunity to do research and interview guest experts. Michael Manson ’31, who currently wants to be an engineer, interviewed Sayre Alum Anthony Eason ’09. Anthony graduated from Eastern Kentucky University and has a B.S. and M.A. in Mechanical Engineering. He works with his father at Gateway Manufacturing.

Anthony talked to Michael about what his job entails and how it can vary from day to day. As a contractor, Anthony works on a wide variety of projects ranging from wooden crates to electronic assemblies. Michael talked about why he was interested in the field of engineering and some of the things that were most intriguing to him.

Michael enjoys finding out how things are built, even something as complicated as a RC Drone.

They talked about other things that Michael and his father had taken apart and re-assembled to learn a little more about them. The small wooden crate that Anthony brought was a replica of a crate that he

designed at work and one that they build, on a larger scale, almost daily.

Anthony was able to show the detail that goes into a design and how it can become a reality. Michael was very excited to work with Anthony!

We love it when our alumni visit classrooms and work with current students, even in first grade!

Audrey Zahn ’21 spoke to first graders Lea Gabriel, Collins Reilly, and Taylor Wagner about being a dancer. Audrey has been dancing for about fifteen years.

She is currently Miss Dance of Kentucky 2020, and she will be competing for the national title of Miss Dance America in January.

She received other dance titles in the past such as Miss Teen Dance of Tennessee 2018 and second runner up for Miss Teen Dance of America 2018. She is currently a principal dancer in her ballet company. At the time Audrey spoke with the students, she was performing in the “Nutcracker.” Audrey has been involved in the choreography of the Upper School musicals at Sayre.

Audrey is currently in the process of auditioning for musical theatre

programs at colleges. Once her college training is finished, she plans to move to New York and hopefully be on Broadway. Lea, Collins, and Taylor were thrilled to spend time with Audrey and learn more about being a dancer!

The Sayre difference enables students in the Upper School to interact with students in the other two divisions.

SPECIAL AWARDS In honor of Brucie Glenn Rowe, Class of 1977, the Brucie Glenn Rowe Student Government Award was established by her parents, friends and the school and is given for service, leadership, and devotion to the spirit of the school. This year’s recipient was Benjamin Waltman, who is attending Columbia University.

The Marc Goldenberg Science Award is given to a junior or senior who has demonstrated a high interest in science.

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This year’s award was presented to Kathleen Beebe, who entered her freshman year at Centre College.

The recipient of the Todd O’Neill Award was Beverly Castillo-Tellez. This award is presented to a rising 9th grader who is distinguished in the areas of scholarship, athletics, citizenship, and service to the school and consists of an engraved julep cup and $1,000 scholarship.

The Karl E. Knapp Excellence in the Study of Environmental Resource Conservation Award was awarded to Parker Stewart for the second year in

a row. Parker has continued researching and studying renewable energy resources and ecological conservation. Dr. Knapp ’77 devoted his professional career to his passion for science, which he attributed to his studies at Sayre, while earning numerous awards and patents.

ALUMNI BLUE GOLD AWARD Presented annually to a senior or seniors who have demonstrated good citizenship, leadership and community service at Sayre, the Alumni Blue Gold Award was created by the Alumni Council in 1984. It is the highest and oldest award given by the Sayre Alumni.

This year’s recipients were William Reed Graves, son of Brian ’92 and Leslie Graves, and Audrey Louise Sams, daughter of Kristie and Bernie Sams. Currently, Will attends the University of South Carolina and Audrey attends the University of Alabama.

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raduation was scheduled to take place on May 23, 2020. When our spring classrooms moved from inperson learning to remote learning, the administration knew graduation would need to be postponed until a later date. Because we didn’t want it to be just another Saturday morning for the seniors, several faculty and staff members delivered some special surprises.

Travel kits (luggage tag, key ring, and a passport cover) from the Alumni Association and Franks Donuts from the Upper School were delivered to each of them.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

IN MEMORIUM 2020 LORETTA GILLIAM BROCK CLARK ’35, age 100, passed away September 3, 2020. A 1935 graduate of Sayre College, Mrs. Clark was involved in the Lexington community through the First Methodist Church, the YWCA Board of Directors, the early Philharmonic, and the Woman’s Club of Central Kentucky, serving as its president from 1977-1979.

Mrs. Clark is survived by two sons, Walter Brock (Dorothy Williamson) and Robert F. Brock (Tammy); three grandchildren, Robin Brock (Mike Tolliver), Dylan Brock (Alice Henderson), and Caitlin Brock; and three great-grandchildren, Thomas and Lucy Tolliver and Cecily Brock.

WILLIAM EARL, “BILL” SUMMERLIN ’78 died peacefully surrounded by his family on March 21, 2020. Bill was a gifted, natural, multi-sport athlete at Sayre, and in February 2020, he was inducted into the Sayre Athletic Hall of Fame. His athletic accomplishments at Sayre included the Class A High Hurdles State Champion and runner-up in the Low Hurdles in both his junior and senior years. His athletic talents resulted in an offer to run track at the University of South Carolina. After graduating from Sayre, Bill became a South Carolina Gamecock. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Renee, and his children and grandchildren, Billy (Lesley), Bobby, Elizabeth Sisk (Tyler) and Marley, Madison, Baleigh, Savannah, Margaret, and Kathleen.

He is also survived by his beloved mother Sylvia Robbins Griffin; his brother Jim (Lisa); his sister Robin Snowden (Woody); his stepsister Susan Griffin Phillips (Bo); his stepsister Leigh Griffin Hernandez

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(Ramon) and their families. He was preceded in death by his father James Edward Summerlin and stepfather Gerald Robin Griffin, Esq.

ELLEN CLAIRE RICE ’96 died unexpectedly of a heart arrhythmia on Sunday, February 2, 2020. She served as Director of Operations for the Thy Will Be Done Production and Performance Fund, a non-profit that helped fund the development and performance of “Thy Will Be Done,” an Easter oratorio composed by her mother Angela Rice. Ellen was on the Board of Directors of OperaLex, and the University of Kentucky Libraries National Advisory Board, and she had recently been elected Secretary of the Sayre School Alumni Association. She is survived by her parents, Dr. Thomas and Angela Rice of Lexington; two brothers, David Rice (Lea) of Menlo Park, CA., and Grant Rice of Lexington; niece Eva, and nephew Gabriel Rice; her aunt Jan Roush; and her uncle Joe Rice of Winchester.

JOHN-STEWART PERRY, a member of the Class of 2004, passed away September 29, 2020 of natural causes.

John-Stewart was the son of Sheril Elizabeth Casner Perry and Richard Stewart (Judy) Perry. He attended Sayre School, Lexington Christian Academy, and Lexington Technical Institute. He was predeceased by his grandfather Raymond Casner. In addition to his parents, John-Stewart is survived by his grandmother Alice Casner, and grandparents Dick and Phoebe Perry. He also leaves an aunt, uncle, cousins, and stepsisters who will mourn his passing.

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MEGAN LAUREN SHARP, a member of the Class of 2007, passed away July 18, 2020. She is survived by her father William Barrett “Barry” Sharp; her mother Lisa Hays Ball; her sister Maggie (Nathan) Carter, and their children Savannah and Wesley; her brother Will Sharp; and her grandparents William and Judy Sharp and Mira Snider Ball. Her grandfather Don Ray Ball preceded her in death.

EARL B. OREMUS died peacefully on January 25, 2020, nine months after being diagnosed with brain cancer. For 27 years, he led Marburn Academy in Columbus, OH, a private school for children with learning differences, and he retired in 2015. Prior to Marburn, Earl was a teacher and administrator at Sayre School, Purnell School in Pottersville, NJ, and St. George’s School in Newport, RI, and later

consulted for Lawrence School in Cleveland. He is survived by his wife Stuart Renfrew ’68 Oremus, of Columbus; his daughter Leslie Buford, of Worthington; his son Will Oremus, of Newark, DE; his sisters Beth Roberson of Bellingham, WA, and Ruth Oremus of Nicholasville; and his grandsons Dylan and Ansel.

JASON GERARD BELL, former Sayre Middle School math teacher and boys varsity soccer coach, departed this life on May 17, 2020. At the time of his death, Jason was boys varsity soccer coach at Kentucky Country Day and a teacher. He leaves behind his parents, Robert and Carolyn, a brother Robert Austin, three children, Ke’Asia Johnson-Bell, Charles-Irvin Marley Bell, and Ivy Mae Bell; a special friend Meredith Hernandez; and a host of relatives and friends.

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hen Bill and Eva-Marie Morrish prepared a package to return a pair of gloves to a friend, they enclosed a note that happened to be on note paper from Sayre School.

That little note, from a pad shared with her parents by Upper School faculty member Bettina Morrish, triggered an immediate response from the gloves’ owner Margaret Scarborough.

Margaret’s mother Ada spoke to her of the school she and her sister attended in the 1920s and 1930s.

According to Margaret, “These Kentucky stories my mother told always sounded so foreign to me, and a trifle exotic, so you can see why that sheet of note paper your parents sent meant a lot.”

“Among the Sayre stories she told was from when she was a student.

After ‘lights out’ she and a few girls would hide in the closet and play bridge—where no wandering supervisor might see the light! She loved her piano and voice lessons— and was the top math student at the school (or so she said), but that’s possible since, during the war, she worked as an accountant and bookkeeper in Miami, Florida.”

Family legend suggested Ada eloped during her senior year, “much to her parents’ distress,” and never graduated. Later in life, in the 1960s and possible 1970s, “she faithfully made donations to the school.”

With a bit of research, it was discovered that, in fact, Ada is listed in the graduating class of 1933 as Ada Wheat Buskie. It appears she re-entered Sayre as a married student. Younger sister Mary Alma graduated in 1935. Photos provided to Margaret clearly show both Ada and Mary Alma had many friends and were active in social/club activities. Mary Alma is captured in a whimsical photo of the May Day celebration in 1935 in a yellow pastel gown inside the front circle.

Sayre’s rich history is alive today more than ever as we reflect on those who have come before, who have made today possible.

Dr. Erik Johnson After a long battle with cancer, Erik Johnson, who served as a coach and the Athletic Director at Sayre School, passed away on May 28, 2020. He was 51 years old.

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also spent time as the girls varsity soccer coach and coached both of his daughters, Emma and Kate.

Erik, a native of Spring Valley, NY, held several roles during his 12-year tenure at Sayre, including devoted father, athletic trainer, health instructor, physical education teacher, athletic director, and coach.

In 2016, Johnson took the role of athletic director at Savannah Country Day School in Savannah, GA where he married Jamie and became the step-father to Lily. Erik was a loving father and husband. He had a genuine smile and infectious way about him. Erik will be missed.

Prior to starting his career in education, Johnson served as the school’s lacrosse coach. He is considered a pioneer for growing lacrosse at Sayre and in the city of Lexington; he eventually built that program into a varsity sport. Erik

Erik is survived by his wife Jami; daughters Emma ’14, Kate, member of the class of 2016, and Lily; his mother, Norma; and brothers Steve and Gregg. His father, Gary, preceded him in death.

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IT’S NEVER GOODBYE… ALEGRA FELDMAN came to Sayre in August of 2003 from San Francisco where she worked with the Techbridge, Chabot Space and Science Center and Oakland Public Schools. Alegra brought to Sayre’s Upper School a strong foundation both in software and hardware troubleshooting and helped Sayre transition smoothly into a one-toone laptop initiative which became the first program of its kind in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Attentive to detail and always efficient in her work, Alegra supported upward of 150 student laptops and routinely assisted faculty with their curricular tech needs and instructional technology. “Alegra was a dedicated worker, took pride in her work, and continually explored and examined new and better approaches to technology integration,” said Joan Skees, Lower School Technology Coordinator. “She readily shared information in her blog as she trouble-shooted and problem-solved to find a positive solution.” The blog provided both students and teachers a quick reference to manage issues they faced routinely.

Alegra was also attuned to needs across campus and worked with our Lower School to strengthen STEM offerings for Sayre’s youngest students. We wish Alegra the best as she explores new adventures in life.

BETH PITMAN ’96 is the truest definition of a Sayre “lifer.” Recently Beth shared, “After working twenty years with children ages 3 – 6, I decided to take time for me. I have always loved teaching but I also want to spend more time with my

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family, specifically my own children before they leave for college. I am exploring groups from the fields of health care to arts to education and learning about their structure and operations. My plan is to focus on the ones most meaningful to me in the not-to-distant future.

I have always treasured the friendships and relationships I have made while teaching at Sayre. Sayre holds a special place in my heart, and I plan to focus on the role of being a Sayre parent and alumna.”

Sayre students and colleagues will miss seeing Beth on campus daily. We are glad she continues to be actively involved as a current parent to Wyatt ’28, Lucy ’26, and Mallory ’23, and as a member of the alumni community.

Coming from the University of Kentucky, ANTHONY THOMPSON was hired by Clayton Chambliss in the summer of 1999 as a one-year temporary teacher of history. The following year, he transferred to the English department and replaced Martha Perkins. During academic year 2003-04, he taught both English and history, and it was the last year he taught both subjects. Over the course of his tenure Thompson taught AP European History and AP English Literature in addition to core courses for all four high-school grades. Some of his favorite courses were elective courses, especially American Twentieth Century Cinema. In retirement he plans to read, travel, and perhaps ride his bike from coast to coast.

“Tony will be sorely missed,” said Head of Upper School Tim O’Rourke.

“I, for one, miss him popping his

head into my office and saying, ‘Want to hear a funny story?’ I would start smiling before the story began!”

Tim continued, “Tony will also be remembered by many of us for his ‘invitations’ to Friday afternoon happy hours. His emails inviting everyone across all three divisions to socialize were writing gems that often left me laughing out loud.

But beyond his sense of humor and his love of a good chat, Tony loved literature and film in equal parts, and loved even more, sharing his appreciation and respect of both these genres with his students. He was a stickler for succinct writing and defensible opinions, but he was even more passionate about the exchange of ideas with his students and peers. We already miss him.”

JENNIFER WEIS, Director of Academic Services, began her career at Sayre in 2015.

Head of Middle School Kristin Seymour praised Jennifer’s work, “Jennifer had a special way of connecting with the kids. She was keen to assess their needs and communicate with the parents. She worked tirelessly to see that each child reached the fullness of their potential.” During Jennifer’s time at Sayre, she provided a steady, strong hand of leadership with Sayre’s Learning Specialist program. We wish Jennifer every success in her future endeavors!

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ach year, Sayre faculty apply for and are awarded Summer Sabbatical funds from an endowment intended to support professional development. In a typical year, teachers might travel to a highly regarded conference as part of their Summer Sabbatical, but the summer of 2020 was not a time for travel. Instead, our faculty applicants selected professional growth opportunities that they were able to access online.

CHRISSY MESQUITA, Middle and Upper School Spanish teacher, enrolled in a class at the University of Kentucky that allowed her to work toward her master’s degree. Being a student again is an opportunity for teachers to reimagine and remember how it feels to be in that role, and Chrissy’s experience was no different.

While working on the finer points

of Spanish grammar and usage, she also relived the joys of sitting in the student desk and was reminded of the kinds of activities and projects that are most useful from the student perspective. All enriched her teaching practices. “I am so grateful for the opportunity!” says Chrissy. “I enjoy learning, and this allowed me to strengthen my language skills.”

Chrissy has enrolled in another class this fall and plans to continue working toward her graduate degree.

Sayre is proud to support its faculty as lifelong learners and educators.

MAGGI O’NEILL, Upper School chemistry teacher, took a series of yoga classes offered online by the Asheville Yoga Center, where she had previously taken courses to become a certified yoga instructor.

“With the help of Summer

Sabbatical funds, I continued my exploration of yoga, working toward a 500 hour certification,” said Maggi.

“As I signed up for classes, I reflected on what faculty and students might need as we started the new school year, one that would look much different from past years. Six of the seven classes focused on the restorative and healing parts of yoga.

During our first Upper School faculty meeting, I led my colleagues through a short, soothing sequence meant to tap into the breath and calm the nervous system. I’ve continued to do so at many of the meetings that have followed. Similar techniques are used in my chemistry classroom to get students out of their seats, engaged in movement, and letting go of the thinking mind for a bit.

Feedback from colleagues and students has been very positive and many have expressed gratitude for the practices. I’ve even managed to get a certain administrator or two hooked on a calming restorative pose. All of this helps us walk through these uncertain times with a little more grace and shows that just a few minutes of connecting with one’s body and breath has significant benefit.”

ISACS Accreditation Review-Team Participation One of the most stimulating professional

development experiences for an employee is serving as a member of an ISACS (Independent Schools Association of the Central States) Accreditation Visiting Team. The process enables faculty and administrators to share their expertise with another school community while also observing and evaluating the operations of a peer institution.

Barbara Asbury, Kindergarten - Old Trail School Mary Breeding, Director of Advancement - The Summit Country Day School Stephen Manella, Head of School - Lake Forest Country Day School Barb Milosch, Director of Communications - Evansville Day School Jaclyn Neistat, Director of Academic Services - Catherine Cook School Marti Quintero, Upper School Dean of Students - St. Francis School Julie Renner, Third Grade - The Friends School Kristin Seymour, Middle School Head - Detroit Country Day School Debbie Wheeler, Upper School Science - University Liggett School, University High School of Indiana

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DAY OF GRATITUDE T

uesday, April 21, was to have been Sayre’s annual “Day of Giving,” but circumstances related to the pandemic compelled us to refocus and replan. One common theme was present. What forced us physically apart actually brought us closer together in many ways, including a shared awareness of the role Sayre School plays in our lives.

On Saturday, April 25, the Sayre community held a Day of Gratitude.

We celebrated the Class of 2020 and acknowledged the remarkable work of our faculty and staff. Twenty-five parent volunteers planted yard signs to 185 seniors, faculty, and staff during a six-hour period, traversing hundreds of miles and a dozen counties. Within minutes of discovering the signs, social media exploded as seniors and faculty and staff expressed their deep appreciation.

GRANDPARENTS AND SPECIAL PERSONS’ DAY

GRANDPARENTS AND SPECIAL PERSONS’ DAY Showcasing superstar performers from the tiniest to the tallest, grandparents and special persons were treated to A Whole New World of song, drama, and dance at the 2019 Grandparents & Special Persons’ Day. Amy Berryman, chair of the fine arts department, said, “The preparations for Grandparents and Special Persons’ Day can be challenging, but the visual and performing arts faculty and students work in unison to create a memorable program. It’s wonderful to see everyone gathered in the gym, ready to celebrate and enjoy. A highlight for me was the performance of “I’ll Stand By You” by the seniors (Jonah Cashel, Abigail Dietrich, MJ Farrell, Owen Garcia, John Gunasar, Perry Mains, JP Thomas, and Alex Yancey). Little did we know how much would change in a few months, but

this song became a reflection of their character and resiliency through trying times. I’m so proud of them!”

The gym was overflowing with excitement and love as each number was presented to perfection. From Disney’s Aladdin, Jr. to a Tanzanian folk song “Jibuli, Jibuli,” to the 19c. Hindi Goan carol “Janeman,” to special performances in the Lower School Limestone Commons by the Preschool 2 classes and songs in the Thomas A. Grunwald Buttery by the Preschool 3 and 4 classes, there was something for everyone!

The fine arts department looks forward to seeing everyone and making their mark together again in the C.V. Whitney Gymnasium as soon as we can be Safe at Sayre for Grandparents and Special Persons’ Day.

Sayre parent Stephanie Nahra Johnson ’91 created a Day of Gratitude video capturing the smiles and joy of the day.

The heartfelt video was shared with all members of our community. Despite uncertain times, it is clear Sayre School remains a beacon of light, hope, and purpose for students and families.

Together we are Spartan strong!

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HONOR ROLL OF DONORS

HONOR ROLL OF DONORS The 2019-2020 school year certainly was like no other. By May, the world had changed in ways we could never have imagined in September.

And yet, the thrill of success and growth continued for our students through the strength of Sayre’s truly remarkable faculty as remote learning became the new normal. Turning on a dime, our faculty continued to provide a stimulating, innovative and personalized work environment.

These amazing teachers also supported the Sayre Fund with 100% participation. Our deepest gratitude goes to those who have contributed time, energy and generosity in order to advance the position of Sayre.

This Honor Roll of Donors contains names of contributors to Sayre School between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020.

DONOR BY GIVING LEVEL Sayre gratefully acknowledges the following individuals for their cumulative gifts to general operations, special projects, and endowments. Donations to the Spectacular, Golf Scramble, Horse Show, and in-kind gifts are listed separately.

David A. Sayre Society ($25,000+) Anonymous John N. Browning Family Fund Mr. and Mrs. James J. Brunker The Cobb Foundation Mrs. Rhoda W. Cobb Mr. and Mrs. Almon Corrigan Mr. and Mrs. J. Peek Garlington III Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Mr. and Mrs. Louis L. Haggin III Jane Smith Turner Foundation Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming, Inc. Ms. Jennifer Cobb Little Mr. and Mrs. Patrick W. Madden Mr. and Mrs. Mark Mayer Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. NFL Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Schmidt, Jr. The Murch Foundation Mr. John Thomas Ms. Jane Smith Turner Justice Laurance B. VanMeter Dr. Thomas F. VanMeter II

Front Circle Society ($10,000-$24,999) Anonymous Ms. Ann Bakhaus Mr. and Mrs. Antony Beck Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Gross III Mr. and Mrs. James B. A. Haggin

Mr. and Mrs. Gerald F. Healy III Hillsdale Fund Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Travis Hunt Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Johnston Misdee Wrigley and James Mather Miller Charitable Foundation Mr. and Mrs. John H. Mulholland Drs. Thomas A. and Anne L. Pittman Mr. and Mrs. A. Griggs Powell Republic Bank Dr. and Mrs. James F. Sautter Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Schubert Mrs. Barbara Thomas Mr. Michael Thomas Mr. and Mrs. James K. Thornberry The Robert and Martha Trussell Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Trussell, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. John R. van Nagell Walter Gross III Family Foundation Whitaker Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. James G. Wilhite III Mr. and Mrs. Justin C. Yandell

Cupola Society ($5,000-$9,999) Mr. Pertti Ailio Dr. and Mrs. Michael C. Allen BC Wood Properties Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Bloomfield Buds Gun Shop Mr. and Mrs. William S. Chapman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Clinkinbeard Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Mr. and Mrs. W. Morgan Fister Dr. and Mrs. David M. Goldenberg Mr. and Mrs. William Goodlett Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Hacker Dr. and Mrs. Jon Hourigan Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Manella National Christian Foundation Kentucky Rosenthal Family Foundation Mr. Warren W. Rosenthal Sayre School Alumni Office Dr. John D. Stewart II and Dr. Magdalene Karon Mrs. Lori Tenney

Ms. Fra Vaughan Mr. Donald W. Webb and Dr. Kelli Greer Webb

Columns Society ($2,500-$4,999) Drs. Erik and Katie Ballert Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. Blue Grass Community Foundation Bluegrass Orthopaedics, PSC Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Davis Dr. and Mrs. Toufic Fakhoury Mr. and Mrs. John Farris Mr. and Mrs. George T. Freeman Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Houlihan, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John E. Johnson Mrs. Ann L. Jones Kentucky Bank Mr. Christopher M. and Dr. Kristine Lain The Madden Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Allan P. Nahra Mr. Brian D. Nash and Dr. Sarah Iqbal Nash Mr. and Mrs. Allen Buck Prewitt Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Reilly Mr. and Mrs. James S. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Rouse Mr. and Mrs. Rodney S. Shockley Mrs. Jaclyn St. Clair Shoop Mr. and Mrs. Langdon Shoop Sir Barton Place, LLC Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Slabaugh Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Stilz Dr. and Mrs. Stephen E. Strup Mr. and Mrs. William R. Sutherland II Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thornberry Mr. and Mrs. Edward Trammell Dr. and Mrs. Jonathan C. Waltman War Admiral Place, LLC Mr. R. Dudley Webb and Mrs. Marla Webb Whitaker Bank, NA Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Whitman Mr. Brian C. Wood

1854 Society ($1,854-$2,499) Dr. and Mrs. Aslam Ahmad Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Mr. Richard C. Barbee III Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding Mr. and Mrs. Rob Brown Mr. Shawn and Dr. DeShana Collett Dean Builds, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. James L. Deckard Mr. and Mrs. William A. Gwaltney Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hairston Kentucky Eagle, Inc. McDonald’s-The Nahra Family Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy D. Patches Mr. and Mrs. Matthew G. Pfister Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson L. Rowland Mr. and Mrs. David Rudder Mr. and Mrs. Justin G. Sautter Dr. and Ms. Bart J. van Dissel Ms. Gay Haggin VanMeter Mr. and Mrs. Derek D. Vaughan

Old Sayre Club ($1,000-$1,853) Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. James G. Allen Dr. and Mrs. Joe F. Arterberry Drs. Azhar and Uzma Aslam Mr. and Mrs. Randall Atkins Mr. and Mrs. John W. Backer, Jr. Mr. Brady Barlow and Ms. Megan Winfield Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Barr Mr. and Mrs. Gary Broadbent Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Castellanos Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cerel The Community Foundation of Louisville, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Ruel Cowles Mr. Harold D. Craven and Dr. Regina Y. Fragneto Dr. and Mrs. W. Lisle Dalton Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus A. Dicken Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Donworth Dr. and Mrs. Luke H. Fallon Mrs. Marjorie Knapp Floro

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Forcht Bank Goldman, Sachs & Co. Dr. Hussam Hamdalla and Dr. Heba H. Greadley Mr. Mohammed Hamza and Mrs. Nadine Safa The Healy Family McDonald’s The HEP Foundation Hewlett Packard Enterprise Mr. and Mrs. James M. Hill V Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd C. Hillard, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David Houchin Mr. and Mrs. Peter W. Huntress Mr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Isaacs III Mr. LiFeng Jin and Mrs. Rui Wang Kentucky Performance Products, LLC. Mr. and Mrs. Randall E. Kinder Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC Mr. David Kwun Mr. and Mrs. James A. Marshall Mr. and Mrs. James Master Mr. L. Brooks McLamb Dr. Brandon Miller and Dr. Monica Chau Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Miller Morgan Stanley Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Bryan D. Mullins Mr. and Mrs. W. Austin Musselman Mr. Tyler A. Nahra Orcutt | Winslow PLLC Mr. Chris Owen and Ms. Elizabeth Smith Rodes Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Palumbo Mr. and Mrs. O. Stephen Park Mr. and Mrs. L. Edwin Paulson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Pennington Dr. Stephanie D. Preston R.W. Baird & Company Ms. Annette Rardin Dr. and Mrs. C. Michael Rich Mr. Stephen M. Ruschell Sayre Girl Scouts Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Stacy Mr. and Mrs. Matthew L. Stockham Trek Advancement, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Laurance B. VanMeter, Jr. Mr. Matthew White and Mrs. Ashley Greathouse Mr. and Mrs. Judge B. Wilson

Blue Club ($500-$999) Dr. Haider Abbas and Ms. Huma Zaidi Mr. and Mrs. Brent Adams Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Adams Mr. and Mrs. Hanna M. Albina Ms. Lucie K. Allen Mr. and Mrs. T. Carson Asbury Mr. and Mrs. Masakazu Ashida Baccari Bloodstock Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Q. Baxter Mr. and Mrs. Anthany Beatty Mr. and Mrs. James S. Boswell Dr. Raul J. Bras and Mrs. Katie Mather Bras Dr. and Mrs. Joshua T. Carothers Ms. Margie Clarke Dr. and Mrs. Eliseo A. Colon Drs. Jeffrey L. and Julie Cook Dr. Sean T. Cornett and Mrs. Vonda K. Tolliver Cornett

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Mr. Larmon S. Cowles and Dr. Cristina Cowles Mr. Thomas B. Cox Crutcher Family Foundation Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Davis Dr. and Mrs. Charles S. Dietrich Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Dorrestein Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Driver Ms. Teresa Duer Equi librium Therapy, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Evans Mr. and Mrs. Larry Finley Mr. and Mrs. William Bush Gess III Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jason Greer Mr. and Mrs. Louis L. Haggin IV Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hays Dr. and Mrs. Charles F. Haywood Mr. and Mrs. David L. Helmers Ms. Polly Hilliard Mr. and Mrs. Dave Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Rob Keelen Mrs. Holly Knapp Mrs. Mary Breckenridge Kocher Ms. Nancy Lawrence Mr. Christopher J. LeMaster Mrs. Elizabeth McGee Lewis Mr. Matthew Longbottom and Ms. Laurence Jobaze Mr. and Mrs. John Michael B. Lorton Mrs. Amy Martin Lucas Machmer Hall Thoroughbreds LLC Mr. Richard H. Mains and Dr. Judith E. Campbell Dr. and Mrs. John P. Marsden Dr. Shaun Mohan and Dr. Marisa Toomey Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery T. Monohan Dr. and Mrs. J. Michael Moore Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Nienaber Mr. and Mrs. William N. Offutt V Mr. and Mrs. F. Hill Parker Mr. Rodes S. Parrish Mr. and Mrs. William H. M. Patterson Mr. Steven J. Zahn and Ms. Robyn J. Peterman Zahn Dr. and Mrs. Gabriel H. Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Jason C. Pitman Mr. Aric S. Porter and Dr. Beverly R. Porter Powell Walton Milward, a Division of J. Smith Lanier & Co. Mr. Rick Queen Mr. and Mrs. Elbert C. Ray Mr. and Mrs. Edward Receski Mr. and Mrs. Eric R. Robertson Dr. Dwayne Rodgerson and Dr. Genevieve Fontaine Rodgerson Rood & Riddle, P.S.C. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Rush Dr. and Mrs. Alok Saini Mr. and Mrs. Mohamad Samadi Mr. David R. Schmidt Mr. and Mrs. Brooks A. Scudder Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan M. Simon Ms. Kathryn Culligan Simon Dr. Eric F. Smith Software Information Systems, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Ricky Stivers Sturgill, Turner, Barker & Moloney, PLLC Mrs. Ping Su

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Dr. and Mrs. Theodore R. Tauchert Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Tepper Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Thornbury Walden Mortgage Group, LLC West Sixth Brewing Mr. and Mrs. Elmer K. Whitaker Mr. Jason C. Whitaker and Ms. Jennifer B. Hays

Gold Club ($250-$499) Mr. and Mrs. Davin H. Adams Dr. Charles F. Allran and Dr. Angela R. Moore Dr. and Mrs. William C. Arnold Mr. and Mrs. James P. Atkins Dr. and Mrs. David Bacon Dr. and Mrs. Arvind K. Bansal Mr. and Mrs. Tom G. Bell Mr. Wesley Barth Bellairs Mr. and Mrs. Darren S. Bilberry Birdies and Bows Dr. and Mrs. Chet Blackey Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Brady Mr. Derek Brooks and Mrs. Teresa Hargett Brooks Mr. and Mrs. J. Brent Buck Mr. Daniel F. Caldwell Ms. Elizabeth D. Caldwell Mrs. Samantha Bowie Cameron Mrs. Aubrey Blair Choate Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Civils Columbia Steak House Mr. and Mrs. Anthony S. de Movellan Mr. and Mrs. David R. DeMarcus II Mr. and Mrs. R. P. DeVan III Mr. J. T. Dichiaro and Dr. Carrie A. Dichiaro Mr. Michael R. Dix Mr. and Mrs. John Donaldson Dr. Stephen Thomas Duncan and Dr. Marcy Duncan Ms. Jeanine C. Duncliffe East West Equine Sports Medicine Mrs. Candace Sword Edwards Mrs. William E. Ezzell Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fields Mr. and Mrs. Harry A. Fry Mr. and Mrs. Jared C. Gaiennie Mr. Martin H. Ginocchio Ms. Elizabeth B. Glover Dr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman Dr. and Mrs. Gregory F. Grau Mr. and Mrs. Matthew W. Grunwald Mr. and Mrs. Tanner L. Gudeman Mr. N. Berry Hall Mrs. Helen Hamilton Mr. Seth Walker Hancock, Jr. Mr. Christopher E. Havens and Dr. Jennifer R. Havens Dr. and Mrs. Richard F. Henry Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Hojnacki Dr. and Mrs. Wallace L. Huff, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David P. Isaacs Mr. and Mrs. Wade H. Jefferson Mr. and Mrs. Brian C. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Izet Kajtazovic Dr. Keith R. Knapp Mrs. Mary Mc Isaacs Lisle

Mr. and Mrs. Damian C. Lynch Mr. and Mrs. Sami Maftoum Ms. Carol McCormick Mr. and Mrs. Glenn M. McLean Mr. and Mrs. John K. Milward Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Morton Mr. and Mrs. Donnie R. Moses Mt. Zion Farm Mr. and Mrs. Tom Mullikin Mr. Larry W. Myers Mr. and Mrs. Jason J. Nahra Mr. D. Scott Neal and Mrs. Jennifer Burchett Dr. and Mrs. David A. Newman Mr. Brian Nurick Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. Oldham Drs. Joseph and Wendi Owen Palumbo Properties, Inc. Dr. Jeffrey N. Peters and Ms. Kristin A. Seymour Pfizer Foundation Mr. Ron Phillippi and Dr. Julie Cerel Mr. Adam Reel and Mrs. Courtney Cote Ms. Susan Artold Remek Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Richardson Ms. Mary Richardson Mrs. Shelley S. Ritter Mr. and Mrs. Gary Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Justin Rohde Dr. and Mrs. Gavin Roth Ms. Sophie E. Rowland Mr. and Mrs. Bernard F. Sams, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. F. Terry Samuel Ms. Soraya C. Sartipi Shamrock Bar and Grill Inc Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stump Dr. and Mrs. Bernard V. Tew Mr. and Mrs. Clay W. Thomas Dr. and Mrs. David R. Thomas Mr. Anthony B. Thompson and Ms. Toni Bishop Mr. and Mrs. Matthew P. Tierney Mrs. Darlean Schremly Trapp Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Trout Mrs. Karen M. Ulack Mr. and Mrs. Taylor M. Ward Mr. and Mrs. W. Thomas Watts, Jr. Mr. William W. Whitaker Mr. and Mrs. Christopher L. Williams Winners Circle Trailer Sales & Service LLC Dr. Alex C. Woodruff and Dr. Patricia H. Woodruff Mr. and Mrs. James Wray Mr. and Mrs. Steven Gregory Young

Ms. Melissa Barlow Mr. William M. Barnes Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Barnett Mrs. Frances Keller Barr Mr. and Mrs. Idris O. Bashorun Mr. and Mrs. Ben Bates Mr. Timothy C. Bator Ms. Bethany N. Baxter Ms. Natalie M. Baxter Mr. George Bebensee Mr. and Mrs. Jim Beck Mr. Brad Becker and Ms. Katherine Howe Mr. Andrew Bellairs Dr. Meriem Bensalem Owen Dr. Donald R. Bergsma, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Bernard Mr. and Mrs. Bill Berryman BidPal Trainers Col. and Mrs. Ralph Bilberry Dr. Martha Billips Ms. Alana C. Bloomfield Lilah Bloomfield Mr. Ryan A. Bloomfield Ms. Stacy Bloomfield Mrs. Lucina Braugh Botond Mr. James and Dr. Kelly Bradley Mr. and Mrs. Matthew L. Bricken Mr. and Mrs. Todd Brogli Ms. Mary Ann Brostek Dr. Ryan Brown and Dr. Cady M. Brown Ms. Rose J. Buckner Mrs. Susan Swinford Bullard Ms. Shelby Burnett Captain Planet Foundation Mrs. Julie Offutt Cauthen Mr. and Mrs. Derrick A. Christopher Claiborne Farm Ms. Marion C. Clark Mr. Timothy Clark Mr. and Mrs. Todd A. Clark Ms. Elizabeth R. Clay Clay Ward Agency, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Blanton Coates

Ms. Connie Coates Ms. Kara Cobb Ms. Cathy Hancock Comley Ms. Diane Conley Mr. Andrew Cook and Ms. Emily A. Breeding Ms. Anna Cook Mr. Timothy Corkran and Ms. Alegra Feldman Mrs. Leslie S. Cox Mr. and Mrs. George B. Craddock III Mr. and Mrs. Barry G. Crume Mr. and Mrs. Chaka Cummings Mr. Robert T. Danforth Mr. Christopher E. Darmand and Ms. Amy R. Duncliffe Mr. and Mrs. Ian Charles Davis Ms. Elizabeth Davis Mr. Clifford M. Denny Mr. and Mrs. Jamie D. DeRossett Mr. Rugeley Pierson DeVan IV Ms. Geve Dicken Mr. George D. Dickson Mrs. Bridget Dickson Dix Don Jacobs Sr. Seminar Mr. Dan Douglas and Mrs. Tina Ash Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan H. Dowell Mr. and Mrs. Nicky Drion Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas Duncan III Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Dunn Mr. and Mrs. J. Daryl Eason Mr. Christopher Eckert and Ms. Rachel C. Holsinger Ms. Alice C. P. Edwards Mr. Timothy H. Edwards and Ms. Margaret C. Parsons Mr. Michael P. Effgen and Dr. Susan K. Effgen Mrs. Katy Roe Eldridge Ms. Hannah Emig Ms. Janice Estes Mrs. Edward Fallon

Mr. H. Herman Farrell III and Ms. Nancy C. Jones Mr. James W. Faucette Mr. and Mrs. Case Fedor Mr. and Mrs. Karlton L. Fiero Ms. Andrea Barton Fitch Mr. John J. Foster and Dr. Nance Everts Mr. and Mrs. David Fowler Mr. Mike B. Friedman and Ms. Margo Buchanan Drs. Steven and Linda Froehlich Mr. David Frommer Mr. and Mrs. Brian Gallimore Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Garrett, Jr. Ms. Morgan E. Garrett Dr. and Mrs. James G. Gay Mr. and Mrs. Ray Genet Mr. and Mrs. William A. Givens Mrs. Holiday K. Glenn Mr. and Mrs. John F. Goldthorpe Mr. Yves A. Grange Mr. David Greathouse II Mr. and Mrs. Steven R. Greathouse Mr. and Mrs. C. Clay Green II Mr. and Ms. Jamie Green Mr. M. Hardy Griffith Mr. Christopher Grill and Ms. Maggi O’Neill Mr. and Mrs. Pete Gross Mrs. Thomas A. Grunwald Mr. and Mrs. Steve R. Guynn Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hackworth Ms. Robin S. Haden Mr. Larry Pendergrass and Dr. Jane N. Hannah Ms. Kelli Hardeman Mr. Weathers B. Hardwick Ms. Casienja Harris Ms. Mary Ann Hatton Mr. and Mrs. David A. Heil Ms. Georgia Henkel Mr. Seth J. Hojnacki Mr. John J. Hopkins III

Ms. Hollie Hopkins Mrs. Lucinda Moss Imlay Ms. Beatrice Ingham Mr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Isaacs III Mr. Patrick K. Jameson Mr. and Mrs. Brereton C. Jones, Jr. Dr. Michael Karras and Ms. Audrey Bebensee Ms. Caroline C. Keating Ms. Sonja Keating Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Keller, Jr. Kentuckiana Farms Mr. and Mrs. Yoon Kim Ms. Elizabeth Kimock Ms. Zee Faulkner Kurfees Mr. and Mrs. James J. LaMonica Dr. and Mrs. John W. Landis Ms. Elise Latsko Dr. and Mrs. Brian D. Lee Ms. Margaret Lee Mr. Courtland H. Leer Mrs. Sarah C. Leer Mr. Todd Lemley Mrs. Jo Brown Leone Mr. and Mrs. Gregory D. Leveridge Mr. Bo List Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Little Mr. John M. Lockhart Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Lyman Mr. and Mrs. William L. Magevney Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mahler Ms. Grace M. Manella Ms. Isabel A. Manella Mr. Samuel T. Marcus Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Marrs Mr. and Mrs. D. Lynn Martin Ms. Yvette Martinez Mrs. Mariana Marye Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. McCray Mr. and Mrs. Scott McDaniel Mr. and Mrs. Christopher McGinley Mr. Richard McKenzie Ms. Chrissy L. Mesquita

Friends ($1-$249) Adelé LLC Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Albert Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel B. Arnold Mrs. Thomas H. Asbury Mr. and Mrs. T. Carson Asbury Ms. Rebecca Ashby Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Ashford Mrs. Jennifer Baxter Averbeck Mr. and Mrs. Ross S. Babbit Dr. and Mrs. Fadi Bacha Ms. Ann F. Backer Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Bailey Bank of the Bluegrass

The Sayre Alumni Deck, donated by the Joe Palumbo Family, was a welcomed addition to the Sports Complex.

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Ms. Althea Wiggs Ms. Jessica M. Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Mark H. Wombles Mr. James N. Worten, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Derek M. Wyman Ms. Katherine Xu

SAYRE FUND DONORS SAYRE FUND: Funding the gap

between tuition and the actual cost of a Sayre education, the Sayre Fund depends on everyone’s participation: parents, past parents, grandparents, faculty, and alumni.

Mrs. Louise Ward Meyer Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Randy Mills Mr. and Mrs. David L. Milosch Mr. and Mrs. Phillips L. Mitchell, Jr. Ms. Ashley Montgomery Yates and Ms. Allyson Yates Mr. and Mrs. Christopher D. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Troy Morgan Ms. Bettina Morrish Mr. and Mrs. Bradley D. Nahra Dr. Christopher R. Newman and Mrs. Maggie K. Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. O’Rourke Dr. Robert D. Owen Dr. Anna Papero Dr. Delia Pergande Plot Landscaping Mr. and Mrs. William R. B. Potter Promotional Products Plus, LLC Dr. George Quintero and Dr. Margaret Ann Quintero Mr. Vicente Ramirez and Ms. Petronila Mendoza Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Rardin Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Rardin, Jr. Ms. Ellen Ratcliffe Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. M. Brent Richards Mr. Thomas N. Richards Mrs. Rebecca A. Rigney Ms. Ann M. Ritchie Ms. Elizabeth H. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Keith O. Roberts Mr. Alex Rowady Mr. D. Gardner Rushing Ms. Sarah Tauchert Rushing Ms. Shelley Ryan Dr. Kathryn Saatman Mr. and Mrs. Adam D. Samples Mr. Kyle A. Sampson Mr. and Mrs. Stephen D. Sampson The Right Rev. and Mrs. Stacy F. Sauls Sayre Parents Association Sayre School Upper School Student Council Ms. Amy Scarboro Mrs. Toni Schuck Ms. Sara Schuer Ms. Amy Gamble Schwab

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Drs. Charles and Kirsten Scoggin Mr. Bryan Spencer Sexton Drs. Matthew and Julia Shane Mrs. Maxine Lowenthal Shapiro Mr. and Mrs. Christopher D. Simpson Mrs. Ashley Sipple McGraw and Mrs. Savannah Sipple McGraw Ms. Joan C. Skees Mr. Jerry Skeeter Ms. Lisa Smith Mr. Harold E. Snowden, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. W. Woodford Snowden Ms. Cathy Boyanowski Stafford Mr. Thomas Barrow Stephens and Mrs. Boyce Leigh Powers Mr. and Mrs. David L. Stewart Mrs. Luanne V. Stiles Mr. and Mrs. Marc A. Stollings Ms. Betsy Strong Mrs. Judith Stump Mrs. Debbie Sutherland Comley Mrs. Ella S. Swanson Dr. Abdolkarim Tahanasab and Mrs. Jennifer G. Fields Mr. Charles W. Tauchert Ms. Lainie Tew Ms. April Thomas Mr. Charles Thomas Mr. Marcus Thomas Ms. Nancye B. Thompson Ms. Alissa Tibe Mr. Jordan E. Turley Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Turner Ms. Mary Clair Turner Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Turner Dr. and Mrs. Craig A. Van Balen Ms. Meghann van den Dool Mr. Dan Wagner and Ms. Lindsey Gerrity Mr. Kevin Wall Mr. Jonathan Ware and Ms. Julia M. Brock Ms. Fatima Warren Ms. Patty Watts Mr. and Mrs. Tom Watts, Sr. Wayne County Community Foundation Ms. Julie Webb Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weis Mr. and Mrs. Jay Weisenberger Mr. and Mrs. Karl Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Whitehouse

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Sayre is delighted to acknowledge the following individuals who fund the gap!

The following Current Parents made gifts to the Sayre Fund Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. Brent Adams Dr. and Mrs. Aslam Ahmad Dr. and Mrs. Michael C. Allen Mr. and Mrs. Masakazu Ashida Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Mr. and Mrs. Ross S. Babbit Mr. and Mrs. John W. Backer, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Bailey Mr. Brady Barlow and Ms. Megan Winfield Ms. Melissa Barlow Mr. and Mrs. Idris O. Bashorun Mr. and Mrs. Antony Beck Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Bloomfield Mr. James and Dr. Kelly Bradley Mr. and Mrs. Matthew L. Bricken Mr. Jonathan Ware and Ms. Julia M. Brock Mr. and Mrs. Rob Brown Mr. and Mrs. James J. Brunker Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Castellanos Mr. and Mrs. Derrick A. Christopher Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Civils Mr. Shawn and Dr. DeShana Collett Dr. Sean T. Cornett and Mrs. Vonda K. Tolliver Cornett Mr. and Mrs. Almon Corrigan Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Davis Mr. and Mrs. James L. Deckard Mr. and Mrs. Jamie D. DeRossett Mr. J. T. Dichiaro and Dr. Carrie A. Dichiaro Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Donworth Mr. Dan Douglas and Mrs. Tina Ash Mr. and Mrs. Nicky Drion Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Driver Dr. Stephen Thomas Duncan and Dr. Marcy Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Dunn Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Evans Dr. and Mrs. Luke H. Fallon Mr. and Mrs. W. Morgan Fister

Mr. and Mrs. David Fowler Mr. and Mrs. George T. Freeman Drs. Steven and Linda Froehlich Mr. and Mrs. J. Peek Garlington III Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Garrett, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William A. Givens Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Mr. and Mrs. William A. Gwaltney Mr. Mohammed Hamza and Mrs. Nadine Safa Ms. Casienja Harris Mr. Christopher E. Havens and Dr. Jennifer R. Havens Mr. and Mrs. James M. Hill V Mr. LiFeng Jin and Mrs. Rui Wang Mr. and Mrs. John E. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Johnston Dr. Michael Karras and Ms. Audrey Bebensee Mr. and Mrs. Rob Keelen Mr. David Kwun Dr. and Mrs. John W. Landis Dr. and Mrs. Brian D. Lee Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Little Mr. Matthew Longbottom and Ms. Laurence Jobaze Mr. and Mrs. Damian C. Lynch Mr. and Mrs. Sami Maftoum Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mahler Mr. Richard H. Mains an Dr. Judith E. Campbell Ms. Chrissy L. Mesquita Dr. Brandon Miller and Dr. Monica Chau Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Miller Mr. and Mrs. Phillips L. Mitchell, Jr. Dr. Shaun Mohan and Dr. Marisa Toomey Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery T. Monohan Ms. Ashley Montgomery Yates and Ms. Allyson Yates Mr. and Mrs. Troy Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Morton Mr. and Mrs. Bryan D. Mullins Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jason J. Nahra Dr. Christopher R. Newman and Mrs. Maggie K. Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. Oldham Dr. Anna Papero Mr. and Mrs. William H. M. Patterson Dr. Jeffrey N. Peters and Ms. Kristin A. Seymour Mr. and Mrs. Matthew G. Pfister Mr. and Mrs. Jason C. Pitman Mr. Aric S. Porter and Dr. Beverly R. Porter Mr. and Mrs. A. Griggs Powell Dr. Stephanie D. Preston Mr. and Mrs. Royce G. Pulliam Dr. George Quintero and Dr. Margaret Ann Quintero Mr. Vicente Ramirez and Ms. Petronila Mendoza Dr. and Mrs. C. Michael Rich Mr. and Mrs. M. Brent Richards Mrs. Rebecca A. Rigney Dr. Dwayne Rodgerson and Dr. Genevieve Fontaine Rodgerson Mr. and Mrs. Justin Rohde Dr. and Mrs. Gavin Roth

Mr. and Mrs. Mohamad Samadi Mr. and Mrs. F. Terry Samuel Drs. Charles and Kirsten Scoggin Mr. and Mrs. Brooks A. Scudder Drs. Matthew and Julia Shane Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan M. Simon Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Stacy Mr. Thomas Barrow Stephens and Mrs. Boyce Leigh Powers Mr. and Mrs. David L. Stewart Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Stilz Mr. and Mrs. Marc A. Stollings Mrs. Ping Su Dr. Abdolkarim Tahanasab and Mrs. Jennifer G. Fields Ms. April Thomas Mr. Charles Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Clay W. Thomas Dr. and Mrs. David R. Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thornberry Mr. and Mrs. James K. Thornberry Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Trout Mr. Dan Wagner and Ms. Lindsey Gerrity Mr. Jason C. Whitaker and Ms. Jennifer B. Hays Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Whitman Mr. and Mrs. Mark H. Wombles

The following Past Parents made gifts to the Sayre Fund Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Albert Mr. and Mrs. James G. Allen Mrs. Thomas H. Asbury Mr. and Mrs. T. Carson Asbury Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Barnett Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Barr Mrs. Frances Keller Barr Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Q. Baxter Mr. George Bebensee Mr. Brad Becker and Ms. Katherine Howe Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Bernard Mr. and Mrs. Darren S. Bilberry Dr. Martha Billips Dr. and Mrs. Chet Blackey Ms. Stacy Bloomfield Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding Ms. Marion C. Clark Mrs. Rhoda W. Cobb Ms. Cathy Hancock Comley Dr. and Mrs. Ruel Cowles Mrs. Leslie S. Cox Mr. and Mrs. Barry G. Crume Dr. and Mrs. W. Lisle Dalton Mr. Clifford M. Denny Mr. and Mrs. R. P. DeVan III Mr. and Mrs. J. Daryl Eason Mr. Timothy H. Edwards and Ms. Margaret C. Parsons Mr. Michael P. Effgen and Dr. Susan K. Effgen Ms. Hannah Emig Mr. John J. Foster and Dr. Nance Everts Mrs. William E. Ezzell Mr. and Mrs. William Bush Gess III Mr. Martin H. Ginocchio

Mrs. Holiday K. Glenn Mr. and Mrs. Steven R. Greathouse Mr. and Ms. Jamie Green Mr. Christopher Grill and Ms. Maggi O’Neill Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Hacker Mr. and Mrs. Louis L. Haggin III Mr. and Mrs. Gerald F. Healy III Mr. and Mrs. David A. Heil Ms. Georgia Henkel Mr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Isaacs III Ms. Sonja Keating Mrs. Sarah C. Leer Mrs. Jo Brown Leone Ms. Jennifer Cobb Little Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Manella Mr. and Mrs. D. Lynn Martin Mrs. Mariana Marye Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. McCray Mr. L. Brooks McLamb Mr. and Mrs. David L. Milosch Dr. and Mrs. J. Michael Moore Ms. Bettina Morrish Mr. and Mrs. Allan P. Nahra Dr. and Mrs. David A. Newman Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. O’Rourke Mr. and Mrs. L. Edwin Paulson, Jr. Dr. Delia Pergande Mr. and Mrs. William R. B. Potter Mr. and Mrs. Allen Buck Prewitt Mr. and Mrs. Elbert C. Ray Mr. and Mrs. Edward Receski Ms. Ann M. Ritchie Mr. and Mrs. Keith O. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Gary Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Rouse Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson L. Rowland Ms. Sarah Tauchert Rushing Ms. Shelley Ryan Mr. and Mrs. Stephen D. Sampson The Right Rev. and Mrs. Stacy F. Sauls Dr. and Mrs. James F. Sautter Mr. and Mrs. Rodney S. Shockley Ms. Kathryn Culligan Simon

The following Grandparents made gifts to the Sayre Fund Dr. Martha Billips Ms. Mary Ann Brostek Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Cerel Ms. Margie Clarke Ms. Connie Coates Dr. and Mrs. Ruel Cowles Mrs. Leslie S. Cox Mr. and Mrs. R. P. DeVan III Ms. Geve Dicken Mr. and Mrs. John Donaldson Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas Duncan III Mr. and Mrs. Karlton L. Fiero Mr. and Mrs. Larry Finley Dr. and Mrs. James G. Gay Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Hacker Mrs. Helen Hamilton Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hays Dr. and Mrs. Charles F. Haywood Mr. and Mrs. David A. Heil Mr. and Mrs. David Houchin Ms. Beatrice Ingham Mrs. Ann L. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Keller, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Yoon Kim Ms. Nancy Lawrence Ms. Margaret Lee Mrs. Jo Brown Leone Mr. and Mrs. D. Lynn Martin Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Allan P. Nahra Dr. and Mrs. David A. Newman Mr. Larry Pendergrass and Dr. Jane N. Hannah Mr. and Mrs. Bill Rush Ms. Shelley Ryan Mrs. Barbara Thomas Mr. and Mrs. James K. Thornberry Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Thornbury Mr. William W. Whitaker

Mr. Bill Berryman Mrs. Cathy Bilberry Ms. Toni Bishop Mrs. Mary C. Breeding Mrs. Susannah Bricken Mr. Todd Brogli Ms. Margo Buchanan Ms. Shelby Burnett Mrs. Tiffany D. Christopher Mrs. Bennett T. Civils Ms. Kara Cobb Ms. Anna Cook Mr. Chaka Cummings Ms. Elizabeth Davis Mrs. Melanie Driver Mrs. Amy C. Dunn Mrs. Cindy Eason Ms. Janice Estes Mrs. Holly Evans Dr. Nance Everts Mrs. Meghan Brady Fedor Ms. Alegra Feldman Ms. Andrea Barton Fitch Dr. Linda S. Froehlich Mrs. Jackie Gallimore Mrs. Nicole Garrett Mr. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Mrs. Evelyn B. Greathouse Ms. Jennifer Hurst Green Ms. Maggi O’Neill Mr. Steve R. Guynn Ms. Robin S. Haden Mrs. Martha Heil Ms. Georgia Henkel Ms. Rachel Holsinger Mrs. Leslie P. Isaacs Ms. Audrey Bebensee Ms. Elise Latsko Mrs. Cynthia F. Lee Mr. Courtland H. Leer Mrs. Sarah C. Leer Mr. Bo List Mr. Richard Little Mr. Joseph Mahler

100% PARTICIPATION Thank you Faculty and Staff!

Ms. Joan C. Skees Mr. and Mrs. W. Woodford Snowden Dr. and Mrs. Stephen E. Strup Dr. and Mrs. Theodore R. Tauchert Mrs. Lori Tenney Dr. and Mrs. Bernard V. Tew Ms. Nancye B. Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Thornbury Mrs. Karen M. Ulack Dr. and Mrs. Craig A. Van Balen Dr. and Ms. Bart J. van Dissel Justice Laurance B. VanMeter Dr. Thomas F. VanMeter II Ms. Patty Watts Mr. R. Dudley Webb and Mrs. Marla Webb Mr. and Mrs. Jay Weisenberger Mr. and Mrs. Karl Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Judge B. Wilson

The following Faculty and Staff made gifts to the Sayre Fund Mrs. Anne Allen Mrs. Christen Arnold Mrs. Barbara Asbury Ms. Rebecca Ashby Mrs. Christy C. Babbit Mrs. Ashley Bailey Ms. Melissa Barlow Mr. William M. Barnes Mrs. Mattie Bashorun Mrs. Beth Bates Mr. Timothy C. Bator Mr. George Bebensee Mrs. Linda Beck Mr. Brad Becker Mrs. Amy Berryman

Mr. Stephen M. Manella Ms. Yvette Martinez Mrs. Virginia McDaniel Mr. Christopher McGinley Mr. L. Brooks McLamb Ms. Chrissy Mesquita Mr. Randy Mills Mrs. Barbara Milosch Mrs. Amy Mitchell Mrs. Nicole Morgan Ms. Bettina Morrish Mr. Jason J. Nahra Ms. Heidi H. Newman Mr. Jeffrey D. Oldham Mrs. Michele O’Rourke Mr. Timothy J. O’Rourke Dr. Anna Papero Dr. Delia Pergande Mrs. Elizabeth Veal Pitman Mrs. Terri Prewitt

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Dr. Margaret A. Quintero Mrs. Maggie Richardson Mrs. Tammy Roberts Ms. Sarah Tauchert Rushing Mrs. Ola Samadi Mr. Adam D. Samples Ms. Amy Scarboro Ms. Sara Schuer Ms. Kristin A. Seymour Mrs. Michelle Simpson Mrs. Ashley Sipple McGraw Ms. Joan C. Skees Mr. Jerry Skeeter Mr. W. Woodford Snowden Mrs. Luanne V. Stiles Mrs. Shannon Stollings Mr. Charles Thomas Mr. Marcus Thomas Mr. Anthony B. Thompson Mr. Andrew Turner Ms. Patty Watts Mrs. Jennifer Weis Mrs. Debbie Wheeler Mr. Jason Whitaker Ms. Althea Wiggs Mrs. Kyla Wombles Mrs. Julie Wyman

The following Friends made gifts to Sayre School Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. Pete Gross Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hackworth Mr. Richard McKenzie

The following Corporations and Foundations made gifts to Sayre School Blue Grass Community Foundation John N. Browning Family Fund The Cobb Foundation The Community Foundation of Louisville, Inc. Crutcher Family Foundation Inc. Goldman, Sachs & Co.

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Margaret Voorhies Haggin Trust The HEP Foundation Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming, Inc. The Madden Foundation, Inc. Morgan Stanley Foundation Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation National Christian Foundation Kentucky Rosenthal Family Foundation Wayne County Community Foundation Whitaker Foundation, Inc.

The following Alumni made gifts to the Sayre Fund Louis L. Haggin III ’54 Pete Gross ’65 Mary Breckenridge Kocher ’65 N. Berry Hall ’67 William R. B. Potter ’67 M. Hardy Griffith ’68 Mary Mc Isaacs Lisle ’68 Leslie Parrish Isaacs ’69 Martha Buster Martin ’69 Robert E. McCray ’69 A. J. Weisenberger ’69 Susan Wagers Weisenberger ’69 Susan Swinford Bullard ’70 Cathy Hancock Comley ’70 Steven R. Greathouse ’70 W. Bruce Isaacs III ’70 D. Lynn Martin ’70 Maxine Lowenthal Shapiro ’70 Harold E. Snowden, Jr. ’70 Barbara Congleton Thornbury ’70 Richard C. Barbee III ’71 Gay Nuckols Barnett ’72 Yves A. Grange ’72 Eve Bates Greathouse ’72 Carson Asbury ’73 Marion C. Clark ’73 Michael R. Dix ’73 Mary Ann Penn Genet ’73 Holly Wiedemann van Dissel ’73 John J. Hopkins III ’74 Jean Ellen Ezzell Paulson ’74

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Allen Buck Prewitt ’74 Cathy Boyanowski Stafford ’74 Rose J. Buckner ’75 Robert T. Danforth ’75 Todd Lemley ’75 Hollie Hopkins ’76 Larry W. Myers ’76 Edith Howard Gess ’77 William Bush Gess III ’78 Jennifer Cobb Little ’78 Rick Queen ’78 Alex Rowady ’80 Sarah Tauchert Rushing ’80 Robin Summerlin Snowden ’80 Charles W. Tauchert ’80 Chelsea Morgan Nienaber ’81 D. Barry Stilz ’81 William H. M. Patterson ’82 John W. Backer, Jr. ’83 Louise Ward Meyer ’83 Donald R. Bergsma, Jr. ’84 Lucina Braugh Botond ’84 James Ben Ali Haggin ’84 Margaret C. Parsons ’84 Amy Gamble Schwab ’84 Andrea Barton Fitch ’85 Phillips L. Mitchell, Jr. ’86 Mark A. Davis ’87 Michael T. Dunn ’87 Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. ’87 Lucy Wood Tepper ’87 Julia M. Brock ’88 Laura Callaway Crume ’88 Jacquelin Whitaker Murphy ’88 Marti Fee Quintero ’88 Jay Atkins ’89 Robert P. Goodman, Jr. ’89 Christopher E. Havens ’89 John E. Johnson ’90 Alfred Griggs Powell ’90 Bridget Dickson Dix ’91 Michelle Crouch Goodman ’91 Stephanie Nahra Johnson ’91 Elizabeth McGee Lewis ’91 Justin G. Sautter ’91 Julie Offutt Cauthen ’92 Brian Graves ’92 Jane Douglass Musselman ’92 Langdon Shoop ’93 Thomas B. Stephens ’94 Mark H. Wombles ’94 Elizabeth D. Caldwell ’95 Jessica Ulack Carothers ’95 Joe Ruel Cowles ’95 Elizabeth B. Glover ’95 Grandison McLean Offutt ’95 Katy Roe Eldridge ’96 Jason J. Nahra ’96 Elizabeth Veal Pitman ’96 Jason C. Pitman ’96 Knox van Nagell Pfister ’97 Elizabeth Smith Rodes ’97 Bryan Spencer Sexton ’97 Cary Brown Simon ’97 John K. Milward ’98 Catherine Schmidt Milward ’98 David Parrish Isaacs ’99 Christina Schmidt Craddock ’00 Eleanor Blackey Davis ’00 David Frommer ’00

Emily Milward Magevney ’00 Amy Hastie Samples ’00 Bethany N. Baxter ’01 Jonathan Harding Dowell ’01 Natalie M. Baxter ’03 David R. Schmidt ’03 Sarah Gay Barnett Boswell ’04 Aubrey Blair Choate ’04 Jessica Martin Gwaltney ’04 Courtland H. Leer ’04 Mary Clair Turner ’04 Jessica M. Wilson ’04 Jennifer Baxter Averbeck ’05 Hannah J. Goodlett ’05 Meghan Brady Fedor ’06 Elizabeth R. Clay ’07 Kyle Jameson ’07 Christopher R. Newman ’07 Thomas N. Richards ’07 Emily A. Breeding ’08 Samantha Bowie Cameron ’08 Seth W. Hancock, Jr. ’08 Jaclyn St. Clair Shoop ’08 Laurance B. VanMeter, Jr. ’08 Nathaniel B. Arnold ’11 Morgan E. Garrett ’13 D. Gardner Rushing ’13 Elizabeth H. Roberts ’14 Soraya C. Sartipi ’14 Ryan A. Bloomfield ’15 Jordan E. Turley ’15 Lucie K. Allen ’16 Seth J. Hojnacki ’17 Isabel A. Manella ’17 Kyle A. Sampson ’17 Caroline C. Keating ’18 Catherine E. Tew ’18 Alana C. Bloomfield ’19 Grace M. Manella ’19 Sophie E. Rowland ’19

SCHOLARSHIPS AND ENDOWED GIFTS SCHOLARSHIPS: Many Sayre students are the beneficiaries of the generous men and women who make these scholarships possible. Sayre is grateful for these donations and the opportunities provided these deserving students.

C. J. WHITE SCHOLARSHIP Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation DICKEN SCHOLARSHIP Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus A. Dicken JALEN BYRD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation MT. BRILLIANT SCHOLARSHIP Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation PITTMAN SCHOLARSHIP Drs. Thomas A. and Anne L. Pittman REPUBLIC BANK SCHOLARSHIP Republic Bank

SCHMIDT SCHOLARSHIP Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Schmidt, Jr. THOMAS A. GRUNWALD SCHOLARSHIP Named in honor of Thomas A. Grunwald, Sayre history teacher, coach, Upper School Director, and Director of Alumni Affairs, this scholarship is awarded to students of alumni in grades 9-12 who are well-rounded in areas such as academic performance, extracurricular leadership, community service commitment, and athletic ability.

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Ashford Ms. Alice Edwards Mrs. Amy Martin Lucas Mrs. Debbie Sutherland Comley Ms. Fra Vaughan TIERNEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND Mr. and Mrs. Matthew P. Tierney

ENDOWED GIFTS Sayre is grateful for support of the following awards and programs.

F. KEVIN SIMON HISTORY SYMPOSIUM This symposium, originally the David A. Sayre History Symposium, was renamed in memory of its founder, F. Kevin Simon. Designed for secondary history teachers from Kentucky and beyond, it is a nationally recognized program that simultaneously enhances teacher awareness of American history and enriches the bonds of collegiality among history teachers.

Mrs. Amy Martin Lucas Hillsdale Fund, Inc. GLOBAL STUDIES Dr. John D. Stewart II and Dr. Magdalene Karon GOLDENBERG ENDOWMENT Dr. and Mrs. David M. Goldenberg HOCKER-FAUCETTE MEMORIAL A sophomore female athletic award established in memory of Ms. Bettie L. Hocker, Ms. White Hocker, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence B. Hocker, and Mr. Chesley H. Faucette and Mrs. Blanche Hocker Faucette.

Mrs. Thomas A. Grunwald KARL E. KNAPP SAYRE MEMORIAL Mrs. Marjorie Knapp Floro Mrs. Holly Knapp Dr. Keith R. Knapp MARDELLE MCCORMICK ’30 MEMORIAL Ms. Carol McCormick Pfizer Foundation MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT Ms. Ann F. Backer

Mr. and Mrs. John W. Backer, Jr. Mrs. Thomas A. Grunwald Mr. John M. Lockhart National Christian Foundation Kentucky Ms. Lisa Smith Mrs. Ella S. Swanson NEO THOMAS SANDERS AND ROBERT ANDREW (ROAN) SANDERS INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL FUND Ms. Zee Faulkner Kurfees

Mr. Thomas B. Cox Mr. and Mrs. David R. DeMarcus II Ms. Jeanine C. Duncliffe Mr. James W. Faucette Mr. and Mrs. William Bush Gess III Ms. Elizabeth B. Glover Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew W. Grunwald Ms. Mary Ann Hatton Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Houlihan, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Isaacs III

IN MEMORY OF Mr. F. Kevin Simon Ms. Kathryn Culligan Simon IN MEMORY OF Mr. Hedgman D. Smith Ms. Rose J. Buckner IN HONOR OF Mrs. Sue Strup Don Jacobs Sr. Seminar IN MEMORY OF Mr. William E. Summerlin Mr. John M. Lockhart IN HONOR OF The Dunn Family Ms. Nancye B. Thompson IN MEMORY OF Mr. Logan Thomas

VOLUNTEERS: Legions of volunteers regularly donate their precious resource of time every year at Sayre. We are most grateful for all our volunteers.

MEMORIAL AND HONORARY GIFTS, SPECIAL RESTRICTED GIFTS, AND GIFTS IN-KIND MEMORIAL AND HONORARY GIFTS: Sayre is most grateful to

those who have chosen to pay tribute to others through a gift to the school.

IN HONOR OF Mr. Mack W. Bailey Mr. M. Hardy Griffith IN HONOR OF Mr. Donald S. Bell Mr. David Frommer IN HONOR OF Ms. Emma R. Bilberry Mr. and Mrs. Darren S. Bilberry IN HONOR OF Ms. Jane E. Bilberry Mr. and Mrs. Darren S. Bilberry IN MEMORY OF Mrs. John T. Bryans Mrs. Thomas A. Grunwald IN HONOR OF Mr. and Mrs. Ben H. Campbell Mrs. Aubrey Blair Choate IN MEMORY OF Mr. Clayton G. Chambliss Mr. Anthony B. Thompson and Ms. Toni Bishop IN HONOR OF Mrs. Bennett Civils Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Thornbury IN HONOR OF Dylan Clarke Ms. Margie Clarke IN HONOR OF Hudson Clarke Ms. Margie Clarke IN MEMORY OF Chase J. Comley ’02 Ms. Cathy Hancock Comley IN HONOR OF Mr. W. Morgan Fister Morgan Stanley Foundation IN MEMORY OF Mrs. Charles T. Fleckinstein Ms. Andrea Barton Fitch IN MEMORY OF Mr. Thomas A. Grunwald Dr. and Mrs. Joe F. Arterberry Ms. Ann Bakhaus Mrs. Lucina Braugh Botond Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding Mrs. Julie Offutt Cauthen Mr. and Mrs. William S. Chapman, Jr.

Mrs. Elizabeth McGee Lewis Mrs. Amy Martin Lucas Mr. Samuel T. Marcus Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Nienaber Mr. and Mrs. Allen Buck Prewitt Ms. Susan Artold Remek Mr. and Mrs. James S. Robertson Mr. Stephen M. Ruschell Ms. Amy Gamble Schwab Mrs. Debbie Sutherland Comley Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Tepper Mrs. Darlean Schremly Trapp Dr. and Ms. Bart J. van Dissel Mr. and Mrs. Derek D. Vaughan Ms. Fra Vaughan IN MEMORY OF Mr. Donn D. Hollingsworth Dr. and Ms. Bart J. van Dissel IN MEMORY OF Mr. Karl E. Knapp Mrs. Marjorie Knapp Floro Mrs. Holly Knapp IN HONOR OF Mr. Bo List Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding IN HONOR OF Mr. John B. Moore, Jr. Mrs. Mariana Marye IN MEMORY OF Field Oldham Mr. and Mrs. William N. Offutt V IN MEMORY OF Mr. Earl Oremus Mrs. Thomas A. Grunwald IN MEMORY OF Mrs. Barbara Parsons Ms. Alice C. P. Edwards Mr. Timothy H. Edwards and Ms. Margaret C. Parsons IN MEMORY OF Ms. Ellen C. Rice Ms. Ann F. Backer Mr. and Mrs. John W. Backer, Jr. National Christian Foundation Kentucky IN MEMORY OF Neo and Roan Sanders Ms. Zee Faulkner Kurfees Mr. and Mrs. David L. Milosch Dr. Stephanie D. Preston IN HONOR OF Sayre Class of 2020 Mr. and Mrs. Judge B. Wilson IN HONOR OF Sayre Seventh Grade Faculty Mr. LiFeng Jin and Mrs. Rui Wang IN MEMORY OF Mr. Charles G. Schubert Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Schubert IN MEMORY OF Ms. Nora P. Shelburne Mrs. Ella S. Swanson

Mrs. Barbara Thomas IN HONOR OF Harrison Ward Mrs. Louise Ward Meyer IN MEMORY OF Margaret D. Willmott Ms. Lisa Smith

SPECIAL RESTRICTED GIFTS A special thank you goes to those who have given in an area of special interest.

ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT Mr. Brian Nurick BALLET TICKETS Mr. and Mrs. Tom G. Bell BASKETBALL BOYS PROGRAM Columbia Steak House Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Shamrock Bar and Grill Inc BASKETBALL WARMUPS Ms. Annette Rardin CAMERA AND LENS Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Schmidt, Jr. DRAMA DEPARTMENT Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding FINANCIAL AID Mr. and Mrs. Almon Corrigan Mr. and Mrs. Patrick W. Madden Sir Barton Place, LLC. War Admiral Place, LLC. FINE ARTS PROGRAM Mr. and Mrs. O. Stephen Park FOOTBALL CHUTE AND HELMETS NFL Foundation FOOTBALL PROGRAM Mr. Pertti Ailio Mr. and Mrs. James J. Brunker Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming, Inc.

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Mrs. Elizabeth McGee Lewis Mr. Samuel T. Marcus Mr. and Mrs. Allen Buck Prewitt Ms. Susan Artold Remek Mr. and Mrs. James S. Robertson Mr. Stephen M. Ruschell Mr. and Mrs. Daniel A. Tepper Mrs. Darlean Schremly Trapp Dr. and Ms. Bart J. van Dissel Mr. and Mrs. Derek D. Vaughan

BUILDING EXCELLENCE SHAPING GENERATIONS The following gifts were received during the 2019-2020 school year.

The new Lower School is starting its 3rd school year!

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick W. Madden The Madden Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Pennington

Dr. and Mrs. Toufic Fakhoury Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr.

GRASSROOTS GARDEN Captain Planet Foundation

SOLAR PANELS Mr. and Mrs. J. Peek Garlington III Jane Smith Turner Foundation Mrs. Barbara Thomas Mr. John Thomas Mr. Michael Thomas Ms. Jane Smith Turner Mr. and Mrs. Justin C. Yandell

GREEN DOT PROGRAM Sayre Girl Scouts GREEN TEAM $100 Million Grants Celebration Fund at Blue Grass Community Foundation MIDDLE SCHOOL DRAMA DEPARTMENT Mr. and Mrs. John W. Backer, Jr. National Christian Foundation Kentucky NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIPS Mr. Anthony B. Thompson and Ms. Toni Bishop SAC BLEACHERS Mr. and Mrs. James J. Brunker Mr. and Mrs. J. Peek Garlington III Lightner Sams Foundation of Wyoming, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick W. Madden Mr. Tyler A. Nahra NFL Foundation Mr. and Mrs. A. Griggs Powell Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Mr. Donald W. Webb and Dr. Kelli Greer Webb Mr. Brian C. Wood SAC GATE Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. SAC LIGHTING Mr. and Mrs. Patrick W. Madden SAC LOCKERS Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Mr. and Mrs. James L. Deckard Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Dunn

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GIFTS IN-KIND In addition to the monetary gifts that support our programs, Sayre thanks each donor who makes a gift in-kind.

Mr. William M. Barnes Mr. and Mrs. A. Griggs Powell Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Schmidt, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Mr. and Mrs. Elmer K. Whitaker

CAMPAIGN TO NAME THE BUTTERY FOR THOMAS A. GRUNWALD We appreciate the following gifts received during the 2019 – 2020 school year.

Dr. and Mrs. Joe F. Arterberry Ms. Ann Bakhaus Mr. and Mrs. William S. Chapman, Jr. Mr. Thomas B. Cox Mr. and Mrs. David R. DeMarcus II Ms. Jeanine C. Duncliffe Mr. and Mrs. William Bush Gess III Ms. Elizabeth B. Glover Mr. and Mrs. Matthew W. Grunwald Ms. Mary Ann Hatton Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Houlihan, Jr.

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Dr. and Mrs. Michael C. Allen Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Bloomfield Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Clinkinbeard Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Mr. Harold D. Craven and Dr. Regina Y. Fragneto Dr. and Mrs. Toufic Fakhoury Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Gross III Mr. and Mrs. James B. A. Haggin Mr. and Mrs. Gerald F. Healy III Hewlett Packard Enterprise Dr. and Mrs. Travis Hunt Mr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Isaacs III Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Johnston Mr. L. Brooks McLamb Misdee Wrigley and James Mather Miller Charitable Foundation Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Allan P. Nahra Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy D. Patches Mr. and Mrs. David Rudder Mr. and Mrs. R. Allen Schubert Dr. and Mrs. Stephen E. Strup The Murch Foundation Trek Advancement, LLC The Robert and Martha Trussell Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Trussell, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. John R. van Nagell Justice Laurance B. VanMeter Ms. Gay Haggin VanMeter Walter Gross III Family Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Jonathan C. Waltman

SAYRE SPECTACULAR A tradition like no other, we thank everyone who made it possible again! In addition to the following supporters, the Three Minute Drill raised $15,812 towards library upgrades.

Sponsors BC Wood Properties Bluegrass Orthopaedics

Buds Gun Shop & Range Dean Builds, Inc. Forcht Bank, N.A. G & J Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of Lexington, KY Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC Kentucky Bank Kinkead & Stilz PLLC McDonald’s Nahra Family Mt. Brilliant Family Foundation Orcutt | Winslow R.W. Baird & Company Republic Bank & Trust Co. Sayre Alumni Association The Healy Family McDonald’s UK HealthCare VanMeter Gentry Sales Whitaker Bank

Underwriters Mr. and Mrs. Randall Atkins The Cobb Foundation Mr. Larmon S. Cowles and Dr. Cristina Cowles Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Evans Four Roses Distillery Kentucky Eagle, Inc. Machmer Hall Thoroughbreds LLC Mr. and Mrs. John H. Mulholland Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Palumbo Mr. Rodes S. Parrish Mr. Aric S. Porter and Dr. Beverly R. Porter Mr. and Mrs. James S. Robertson Rood & Riddle, P.S.C. Ms. Sarah Tauchert Rushing Mr. Anthony B. Thompson and Ms. Toni Bishop West Sixth Brewing

Senior Spotlights Dr. and Mrs. Michael C. Allen Drs. Azhar and Uzma Aslam Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Mr. and Mrs. James J. Brunker Dr. and Mrs. Charles S. Dietrich Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hairston Dr. Hussam Hamdalla and Dr. Heba H. Greadley Mr. and Mrs. David L. Helmers Mr. Richard H. Mains and Dr. Judith E. Campbell Mr. Brian D. Nash and Dr. Sarah Iqbal Nash Mr. and Mrs. F. Hill Parker Dr. and Mrs. C. Michael Rich Mr. and Mrs. Mohamad Samadi Mr. and Mrs. Edward Trammell Mr. and Mrs. Justin C. Yandell

Three Minute Drill Dr. Haider Abbas and Ms. Huma Zaidi Dr. and Mrs. Aslam Ahmad Dr. Charles F. Allran and Dr. Angela R. Moore Ms. Rebecca Ashby

Mr. and Mrs. Masakazu Ashida Drs. Azhar and Uzma Aslam Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Dr. and Mrs. Fadi Bacha Dr. and Mrs. Arvind K. Bansal Mr. Brady Barlow and Ms. Megan Winfield Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Bloomfield Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Brady Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Breeding Mr. and Mrs. Rob Brown Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Castellanos Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Civils Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Clinkinbeard Mr. and Mrs. Blanton Coates Mr. Shawn and Dr. DeShana Collett Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Dr. and Mrs. Ruel Cowles Mr. and Mrs. Joseph D. Davis Mr. and Mrs. Anthony S. de Movellan Mr. and Mrs. James L. Deckard Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Dorrestein Dr. and Mrs. Toufic Fakhoury Mr. and Mrs. William Goodlett Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Goodman, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Gregory F. Grau Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Mr. and Mrs. William A. Gwaltney Dr. Hussam Hamdalla and Dr. Heba H. Greadley Mr. and Mrs. David L. Helmers Mr. and Mrs. James M. Hill V Dr. and Mrs. Jon Hourigan Dr. and Mrs. Travis Hunt Mr. and Mrs. John E. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Johnston Mr. Christopher M. and Dr. Kristine Lain Mr. Bo List Mr. Richard H. Mains and Dr. Judith E. Campbell Mr. and Mrs. Stephen M. Manella Mr. and Mrs. Glenn M. McLean Dr. Brandon Miller and Dr. Monica Chau Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Miller Mr. and Mrs. John H. Mulholland Mr. and Mrs. Bryan D. Mullins Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jason J. Nahra Mr. Brian D. Nash and Dr. Sarah Iqbal Nash Mr. D. Scott Neal and Mrs. Jennifer Burchett Mr. and Mrs. William N. Offutt V Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey D. Oldham Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy D. Patches Mr. and Mrs. William H. M. Patterson Mr. and Mrs. Matthew G. Pfister Mr. and Mrs. Jason C. Pitman Mr. and Mrs. A. Griggs Powell Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Reilly Dr. and Mrs. C. Michael Rich Dr. and Mrs. Alok Saini Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Stacy Mr. Thomas Barrow Stephens and Mrs. Boyce Leigh Powers Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Stilz Dr. and Mrs. Bernard V. Tew Mr. Anthony B. Thompson and Ms. Toni Bishop

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thornberry Ms. Meghann van den Dool Mr. Jason C. Whitaker and Ms. Jennifer B. Hays Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Whitman Mr. Brian C. Wood Dr. Alex C. Woodruff and Dr. Patricia H. Woodruff Mr. and Mrs. James Wray Mr. and Mrs. Justin C. Yandell

THOMAS A. GRUNWALD ALUMNI GOLF SCRAMBLE We appreciate everyone who played and sponsored the scramble at the beautiful Spring Valley Golf Club in the Fall 2019.

Adelé LLC Mr. and Mrs. Hanna M. Albina Mr. and Mrs. T. Carson Asbury Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Bank of the Bluegrass Dr. and Mrs. Arvind K. Bansal Mr. Brady Barlow and Ms. Megan Winfield Mr. Andrew Bellairs Mr. Wesley Barth Bellairs Dr. Ryan Brown and Dr. Cady M. Brown Mr. Daniel F. Caldwell Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Civils Claiborne Farm Mr. Timothy Clark Clay Ward Agency, Inc. Mr. Shawn and Dr. DeShana Collett Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Mr. Larmon S. Cowles and Dr. Cristina Cowles Mr. Christopher E. Darmand and Ms. Amy R. Duncliffe Dean Builds, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. David R. DeMarcus II Mr. George D. Dickson Dr. and Mrs. Charles S. Dietrich Mr. and Mrs. John F. Goldthorpe Mr. and Mrs. C. Clay Green II Mr. and Mrs. Tanner L. Gudeman Mr. and Mrs. Louis L. Haggin IV Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hairston Dr. Hussam Hamdalla and Dr. Heba H. Greadley Mr. Weathers B. Hardwick Ms. Polly Hilliard Mr. and Mrs. Brereton C. Jones, Jr. Kentucky Eagle, Inc. Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC Mr. and Mrs. James J. LaMonica Dr. and Mrs. John W. Landis Mr. and Mrs. Gregory D. Leveridge Dr. and Mrs. John P. Marsden Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Miller Mt. Zion Farm Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Palumbo Palumbo Properties, Inc. Mr. Aric S. Porter and Dr. Beverly R. Porter

Powell Walton Milward, a Division of J. Smith Lanier & Co. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Buck Prewitt Promotional Products Plus, LLC Mr. Rick Queen Ms. Annette Rardin Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Rardin Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Rardin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Eric R. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. James S. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson L. Rowland Sayre Parents Association Sayre School Upper School Student Council Sayre School Tennis Team Sayre School Track Team Mrs. Toni Schuck Mr. and Mrs. Langdon Shoop Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Software Information Systems, LLC Sturgill, Turner, Barker & Moloney, PLLC Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Turner Walden Mortgage Group, LLC Mr. Kevin Wall Mr. Matthew White and Mrs. Ashley Greathouse Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Whitman Mr. Brian C. Wood

SPARTAN BOOSTER CLUB We are grateful to the members of the Booster Club whose memberships better athletics and offset costs.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Adams Mr. and Mrs. James P. Atkins Mr. and Mrs. Jay Atkins Mr. and Mrs. Anthany Beatty Mr. and Mrs. Hugh F. Bloomfield Mr. James and Dr. Kelly Bradley Mr. and Mrs. J. Brent Buck Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Castellanos Mr. and Mrs. Todd A. Clark Mr. Shawn and Dr. DeShana Collett Dr. and Mrs. Eliseo A. Colon Drs. Jeffrey L. and Julie Cook Dr. Sean T. Cornett and Mrs. Vonda K. Tolliver Cornett Mr. and Mrs. Almon Corrigan Mr. Joe Ruel and Mrs. Emily H. Cowles Mr. and Mrs. Mark A. Davis Mr. and Mrs. James L. Deckard Dr. and Mrs. Charles S. Dietrich Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Donworth

Ms. Teresa Duer Mr. and Mrs. John Farris Mr. and Mrs. George T. Freeman Mr. and Mrs. Brian Graves Mr. and Mrs. Jason Greer Mr. and Mrs. Walter L. Gross III Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hairston Dr. and Mrs. Charles F. Haywood Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd C. Hillard, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Wallace L. Huff, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Peter W. Huntress Mr. LiFeng Jin and Mrs. Rui Wang Mr. and Mrs. John E. Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Johnston Mr. and Mrs. Brian C. Jones Ms. Elizabeth Kimock Mr. and Mrs. Randall E. Kinder Mr. Christopher M. and Dr. Kristine Lain Mr. Matthew Longbottom and Ms. Laurence Jobaze Mr. and Mrs. Damian C. Lynch Mr. Richard H. Mains and Dr. Judith E. Campbell Dr. and Mrs. John P. Marsden Mr. and Mrs. James A. Marshall Mr. and Mrs. Dustin Miller Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery T. Monohan Mr. and Mrs. Christopher D. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Morton Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Murphy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James C. Pennington Mr. and Mrs. Jason C. Pitman Mr. Aric S. Porter and Dr. Beverly R. Porter Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Reynolds Dr. and Mrs. C. Michael Rich Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Richardson Dr. and Mrs. Gavin Roth Dr. Kathryn Saatman Mr. and Mrs. F. Terry Samuel Mr. and Mrs. Brooks A. Scudder Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Slabaugh Mr. and Mrs. Keith Slone Dr. Eric F. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Matthew L. Stockham Mr. and Mrs. James K. Thornberry Mr. and Mrs. Edward Trammell Mr. and Mrs. Taylor M. Ward Mr. and Mrs. W. Thomas Watts, Jr. Mr. Donald W. Webb and Dr. Kelli Greer Webb Ms. Julie Webb Mr. and Mrs. Elmer K. Whitaker Mr. and Mrs. Christopher L. Williams Mr. Brian C. Wood Ms. Katherine Xu Mr. and Mrs. Justin C. Yandell

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FINANCIAL REPORT

REVENUE & EXPENSES FY2020 SOURCES OF REVENUE

$12,162,310

Tuition & Fees (Net) Auxiliary, Other Programs & Misc. Income Fundraising Activities Endowment/BoardDesignated Support TOTAL EXPENSE

FY20 BUDGET—OPERATING REVENUE 2%

$10,711,429 $731,156 $540,967 $178,758

4% 6%

$11,833,559

Plant Admin & Support Auxiliary & Other Programs Instruction

$1,858,816 $2,489,136 $1,173,419 $6,312,188

CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS (NET)

88%

$865,334

Annual Giving Restricted Annual Giving Capital Campaign Endowment

$356,352 $471,633 $15,044 $22,305

CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS

CONGRATULATIONS 8TH GRADE!

Endowment/ Board Designated Support

Fundraising Activities

Auxiliary, Other Programs & Misc. Income

Tuition & Fees (Net)

FY20 BUDGET—OPERATING EXPENSES

2% 3% 10%

16% 55% 53% 41% 21%

Capital Campaign

96

Endowment

Annual Giving

194 N. LIMESTONE LEXINGTON, KY 40507

Restricted Annual Giving

Auxiliary & Other Programs

Plant

Admin & Support

Instruction