NEW FACES IN THE HALLS
Pam Ossmus joins the Middle School faculty as a Fifth Grade boys’ homeroom teacher. Ms. Ossmus comes to campus from Calvert Education Services (CES), where she served as Professional Development Coordinator, education counselor, and ATS teacher. Prior to coming to CES, she taught fourth grade for ten years in Baltimore County public and parochial schools. Ms. Ossmus holds a master’s degree equivalency from Baltimore County in-service programs and has taken significant coursework towards a master’s degree at Loyola University in guidance and counseling.
Dr. David Pietropaoli also joins the Middle School faculty as a History and Latin teacher. Dr. Pietropaoli previously served as a Latin Teacher at Gilman and most recently at Cardinal Gibbons School. He received a B.A. from University of Maryland at Baltimore County and a B.A. and Doctorate in Dogmatic Theology from Gregorian University in Rome, Italy.
Andy Rutledge joined Calvert’s Development team in January 2010 as the Development Database Manager. Previously, Mr. Rutledge worked as a Development Specialist at Union Hospital in Cecil County. He received his B.A. from the University of Michigan.
New Positions Assumed Craig D. Bennett Seventh Grade History & Math
Faculty & Staff Awards The Deborah Dorsey Albert ’44 Award Lower School librarian, Christina P. Thomas, was the recipient of The Deborah Dorsey Albert ’44 Award. Established in 1995, this award is given annually to the faculty member who has “made an outstanding contribution to the life and mission of Calvert School.” Generally, the selection process gives particular consideration to those faculty members who have provided long-term service to Calvert. For over 10 years, Tina has served the School as a passionate, skillful, and innovative faculty member. Her enthusiasm and creativity in the classroom have inspired Lower School students and encouraged a deep love of reading.
The Apgar Award for Excellence in Instruction Middle School math teacher, Willie T. Little, was recognized as The Apgar Award for Excellence in Instruction recipient. This award is given annually to a faculty member who “has demonstrated the ability to motivate students’ interest, curiosity, and love of learning and the willingness to propose and apply new teaching concepts of methods that expand students’ horizons and potential.” Willie joined Calvert in 2004 and has been invaluable to the Middle School faculty for his commitment, innovation, and creativity with students.
The Matthew ’06 and Abigail ’10 Young Memorial Award Middle School counselor, Terri C. Merwin, was awarded The Matthew ’06 and Abigail ’10 Young Memorial Award. Established in 2008, the award is given to that member of the faculty or staff who, “contributes significantly to many areas of School life, displays care and concern for all members of the Calvert community, and possesses the intangible spirit that made Matt and Abby so special.” For 8 years Terri has displayed skillful teaching in the classroom, effective leadership of the advisory program, and thoughtful, nurturing service as a counselor.
The Class of 2006 Staff Award Assistant Admission Director, Dona R. Pinkard, was presented with The Class of 2006 Staff Award, which was established in 2005 and is given annually to the staff member who has provided exemplary service to Calvert School. Since joining Calvert in 1996 Dona has been an integral part of the evaluation of prospective students. Her talent and dedication has helped Calvert assemble a bright, highlymotivated, and diverse student body.
Service Award Recipients 25 Years Brent A. Hardesty
10 Years Christina P. Thomas Darryl A. Bethea Trinity E. Crawford
Harvey S. Howe ’77 Jennifer L. Mollett Margaret A. Szczerbicki Michele L. Woods ’59
Mary Kaitlyn O. Gentry ’97 Ninth Age Boys Teacher Mollie Frazer Williams ’82 Dean2 REFLECTIONS of Students