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FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Dear Charleston Day School Families,
Fall has always been my favorite season. As a child, I was so excited to pick out my new school supplies - fresh, clean notebooks to fill, binders to organize, and pencils to sharpen. Each school year held the promise of something new. Mistakes from last year were now lessons learned, and I anticipated the possibilities that came with new teachers, friends, and skills, combined with the familiarity of the teachers, friends, and routines from the prior year.
As an adult, fall holds this same magic, and this year has been especially exhilarating, as I experience all of Charleston Day School’s wonderful traditions for the first time. When the leadership team and I held our planning retreat in July, we generated a renewed sense of energy and purpose around our key intentions for the academic year: joy, community, and the predictability that comes with staying true to our mission.
“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.”
- F. Scott Fitzgerald
The first tradition I encountered, and a tradition we feature in this edition of The Gateway, was to greet each child in the morning with a handshake. This morning greeting has been an immense source of joy. The opportunity to see each student individually, to notice if they’re excited, tired, happy, or concerned, and inquire about the project they’re carrying, or congratulate them on the game the night before, is a gift. Watching teachers open car doors with excitement, and students emerging with friendly greetings, is a daily reminder of how loved CDS students are from the time they arrive to the time they leave and beyond.
I have been truly in awe of the intentionality behind the K-8 experience at CDS that is evident in every part of the day: student leadership and public speaking at morning assemblies; “bigs” acting as true role models to their “littles;” a 1st grade teacher hugging an 8th grader after their speech; teachers artfully challenging students to demonstrate complex thinking skills; and the continuous emphasis on character that is evident in classes, the lunchroom, the playground, parent meetings, and the board room.
CDS graduates go on to be leaders and differencemakers in whatever fields they choose. Knowing they are carrying with them the values of scholarship, integrity, respect, and responsibility gives me great hope for our future as a society. The alumni spotlight features Cooper Fowler, a cycling enthusiast, who applied his dedication with biking to a cross-country trip to raise awareness for people with disabilities.
In this issue of The Gateway, we highlight lessons of civility; celebrate our graduates, award winners, parent partners, new Trustees, and generous donors; honor the recipient of this year’s Excellence in Teaching award; reveal the new playground at the Fielding Property; and showcase community events, including the Loretta Young Alumni Basketball Game, a former faculty lunch, and a student culinary competition.
There is always something to celebrate at Charleston Day School, so curl up with a cup of tea or cider and enjoy reading about what we’re up to now!
With gratitude,
Barbara Beachley Interim Head of School
The Value of a Handshake
A Brief Morning Greeting, a Long-Standing CDS Tradition
Historically, the handshake has been a gesture of trust. In modern contexts, it signals mutual respect, cooperation, and goodwill. At Charleston Day, each student shakes hands with the Head of School as part of the daily routine. For over 25 years, CDS students have started each day with a handshake, a greeting, and brief face-to-face time with the school Head.
Mr. Ned Jaycocks, Head of School from 1974 to 1997, introduced the morning tradition on the State Street campus. Brendan O’Shea, Head of School from 2004 to 2017 recalls, “When I started at Charleston Day in 2004, I continued the handshake as a way to learn the names of each student. It was easy to keep it going because it was such a phenomenal way to start the day.” The handshake starts the day in a positive manner and sets students up for success because it signifies the start to a new day and creates a focused mindset.
Benefits Beyond the Classroom
It is easy to understand why the morning handshake at Charleston Day has endured. There are countless social benefits to the brief greeting. A firm and well-timed handshake demonstrates poise, which can help students feel more secure when meeting new people. Shaking hands, when done right, teaches students how to approach others with respect and assurance. Mr. Willits, Director of High School Placement, notes that this maturity sets our 8th graders apart in the high school application process. Many high schools comment on the social poise our students display in secondary school settings.
Our Interim Head of School, Barbara Beachley, embraces the tradition. “The handshake is just another way that every child gets seen at school. The connection continues throughout the whole day because all of us are committed to knowing and seeing the children. From the time teachers help students out of cars to the time they go back into their cars (or golf carts or bikes), there is a caring adult paying attention to them. The handshake is just one piece of that whole experience.”
During the first few months of school, Ms. Beachley has seen so much growth in the children’s confidence! Young Scorpions who may have been shy or awkward at first now initiate eye contact and a greeting. Some even now add statements in response to Ms. Beachley’s greeting that extend the brief conversation. “One day a first grader who had greeted me several times before said, ‘Nice to meet you, Ms. Beachley,’ looking me in the eye and shaking my hand firmly, as he’d clearly been taught at home. A moment later he ran back and said, ‘I mean it’s nice to see you!’ Imagine the way he will be greeting college admission officers, hiring professionals, or his significant other’s parents in the future!”
Mr. Wascom shakes Torrin Robinson’s hand during his recognition for outstanding community service at morning assembly.
Mrs. Skeen helps introduce students to Ms. Beachley on the first day of school.
A Skill That Lasts
A handshake is part of a broader social etiquette of politeness and professionalism. By learning how to shake hands, students also internalize other aspects of courteous behavior, like eye contact, active listening, and appropriate body language.
Teaching students handshakes early prepares them for future careers where this form of interaction is standard practice, setting them apart as polished and prepared individuals. Whether in school or professional settings, a handshake can set the tone for a relationship.
"At the end of the day, it’s about fostering intentional connections with others, which strengthens the sense of community within our CDS environment."
3 Rules for a Good Handshake:
1) Shake from the elbow, not the wrist or shoulder, with two smooth pumps. 2) Squeeze until you feel the muscles tighten, and then stop. 3) Match the other person’s grip.
A Lesson in Civility
Teachers as Learners
3rd grade teacher, Carrie Davis, and 4th grade teacher, Mary Ellen Reese, traveled to Kansas City this summer for a week-long training in the Responsive Classroom approach. Responsive Classroom focuses on four domains that build a positive and reliable classroom community–engaging academics, positive community, effective management, and developmentally responsive teaching. Carrie Davis noted, “Above all, the approach is about civility and reinforcing roles in the classroom that provide predictability, support, and consistency.”
Each day starts with a morning message, greeting, and quick team-building game to build community and reinforce kindness. Mrs. Reese noticed that her homeroom connected more quickly this fall. “By encouraging students
Mrs. Reese and her 4th graders share with the group in response to a conversation prompt.
to take an interest in one another’s lives, these meetings help create a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment. As students share and listen to each other’s experiences, it naturally enhances their connections and empathy, leading to noticeable improvements in how they interact and engage with one another throughout the day.”
In order to be successful in and out of school, students need to learn a set of social and emotional competencies — cooperation, assertiveness, responsibility, empathy, and self-control. Young people need to learn a set of academic competencies too — academic mindset, perseverance, learning strategies, and academic behaviors. These are the core ideas in the Responsive Classroom Approach and mirror our goals for Charleston Day students.
Mrs. Davis and the 3rd graders invent fun variations of friendly handshakes as part of the Responsive Classroom approach.
WITHIN THE GATES
Parents’ Council
Thank you, Parents’ Council
Our Parents’ Council works year round organizing events and supporting school activities. They volunteer in the Scorpion’s Den, man stations at Field Day, organize the Halloween Carnival, host Family Bingo Night, and support our teachers. The School appreciates all they do!
For more information about Parents’ Council and ways to volunteer, check the weekly Communicator on Fridays or reach out to Ashley Rawl, Parents’ Council President at cdsparentscouncil@gmail.com.
WELCOME
2024–2025 Parents’ Council Chairs
President
Ashley Rawl
Vice President
Leslie Chapman
Treasurer
Meredith Sharma
Vice Treasurer
Sarah Best
Back to School Social
Eugenia Burtschy, Cindy Hayes, Molly Waring, Halloween Carnival
Maggie Clark, Jessica Johnston
Bingo Night
Megan Belniak, Claire Loehr, Kim Ralph
Faculty Appreciation
Alex Andrews, Jayne Shiver
Field Day
Bliss Lansing, Aemelia Mauldin
Used Uniforms
Laura Greaver, Beverly Helms
Spirit Days
Claire Byrd, Nicole Neville, Meg Stokenberry
Special Projects, Fundraising Projects
Mary Neill McKie
Special Projects, Greenery Sales
Katherine Clark, Jacki Stocker, Margaret Todd Truluck
Special Projects, Pop-Up Shop, Spirit Wear
Katye Fayard, Corie Hipp
Special Projects, Scorp’s Den
Jill Fitzhenry, Megan Mozingo
(L to R) Sarah Best, Mary Beth Dawson, Laura Greaver, Corie Hipp, Lindsay Hutto, and Mary Anne Lowndes coordinate game booths at the Halloween Carnival.
The 2024-25 Parents’ Council President, Ashley Rawl (left) and Vice President, Leslie Chapman (right)
(L to R) Claire Byrd, Jayne Shiver, Claire Loehr, Leslie Chapman, and Alex Andrews prep teacher appreciation flower arrangements.
Field Day Chairs, Bliss Lansing (left) and Aemelia Mauldin (right) organize volunteers at Field Day.
Back-To-School Social
The CDS Parents’ Council hosted its annual Back-to-School Social on the playground in early September.
WITHIN THE GATES
Graduation Spotlight
The class of 2024 pose on the historic steps of St. John’s Lutheran Church for their final class photo as students of Charleston Day School.
From Strangers to Friends and from Friends to Family
By Wills Walldorf, President, Class of 2024
Students, faculty, and parents, thank you all for coming to this extremely special day for our class. While this may seem like just another class from CDS, this group of soon-to-be graduates is unique. Having experienced a lot of change during our time at Charleston Day, we are closer than ever. Despite all of the change our class has endured, 17 of us have been here all eight years, and all 24 of us have been here since the fifth grade. With 177 total years shared under the same roof at 15 Archdale Street, we have grown from strangers to friends and from friends to family.
“We know each other’s likes and dislikes, hopes and fears, and everything in between.”
-Wills Walldorf
While it’s difficult to sum up this grade and who we are, the best representation for us is unity. Ironically, the large amount of students leaving led to our class coming together. We began doing more activities together and bonded in a way that we didn’t know we could. Through boys versus
girls basketball games at recess, playing huge games of manhunt on class trips, and showing up to support each other at basketball games; we became a true Charleston Day class. Most of our bonding came from basketball, an important part of CDS that can not be mentioned without talking about Miss Loretta, who we sadly lost a few months ago. Her values of kindness and supporting each other definitely rubbed off on each and every one of us. She will be deeply missed but will continue to be an inspiration and make an impact on our grade and school. Her constant appearances at so many home games left a lasting impression on our grade. For this reason, the class of 2024’s gift to the school will be a new scorer’s table and matching chair in her honor. That way we can keep her spirit at all of our home games.
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Mrs. Hawkins, senior faculty member, opens the 2024 graduation ceremony.
CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL
For seven hours a day, five days a week, and eight straight years; this now small class has been together. While occasionally we have grown tired of each other, when push comes to shove, we wouldn’t trade any of our classmates for anyone. This description mirrors one of any family. The immense time with few people creates such lasting memories and truly makes us a family. These bonds that are created make this school so special. I know some of my classmates better than some of my own family members. We don’t just know each other well; we know each other’s parents, siblings, pets, and grandparents. We know each other’s likes and dislikes, hopes and fears, and everything in between. I can always count on new fantasy football trade offers from Liam D., getting my hair re-styled by Sam, or playing one-handed basketball with Burns.
Bonds this tight led to special connections between us. I will never forget how every Friday the whole class would refuse to do our work until Mr. Willits let us play Scattergories; how every math class before a quiz we would have fun playing “The Game,” even when it created controversy over Sam giving me the answers, and when the whole class erupted in uncontrollable laughter after Mr. Newer’s Sit Flat song. On Fridays, when going out to lunch, one never knew where they were going and with whom they were going. This did not matter, as one student could go with any one group and still be with their friends. Our unity spread to school trips and out-ofschool activities, where many great memories were made. We all remember playing keepaway with the whole grade at Jekyll Island, playing manhunt at Drum Island, and launching oranges at each other at our end-of-school party.
These great bonds and experiences would not be possible without the people who work at this school. Teachers like Mrs. Tobin, Coach Whetzel, Mr. Willits, Sr. Catlett, and many more have taught us not just school subjects, but have gone out of their way to enhance our lives beyond the walls of this school. A few of these examples stand out such as the surprise kayaking day, the Model UN trip, and the return of Scorpion Madness. I also would like to thank
administrators such as Ms. Clare and Ms. Arnstein for making these classes and special moments possible. More than just Charleston Day staff have led to these incredible last eight years. All of our parents are responsible for our CDS experience. Our parents have sacrificed their time with the early wake ups, impossibly long carpool lines, and out of town basketball games. I am here to tell you today that those hours spent driving, waiting for your child, and helping with assignments was worth it. The class of 2024 is one filled with bright, compassionate, and well-rounded students. This grade has athletes, mariners, musicians, chefs, anglers, artists, and scholars.
As this class spreads out next year to many different high schools like Porter-Gaud, Ashley Hall, and Lucy Beckham, I know we will do excellent things and that we will all
grow up to be amazing people. Even still, we will remain friends for life due to our shared experiences at a small school on 15 Archdale Street. So, as we conclude this chapter of our lives and head into high school, I would like to say thank you to all of my classmates for making these years so special. I know that this is not the end for the class of 2024, and I am excited to see what we do next.
CLASS OF 2024 HIGH SCHOOL ACCEPTANCES
Academic Magnet High School*
Ashley Hall*
Bishop England High School*
Charleston Charter School for Math and Science*
Christ School
Episcopal High School
First Baptist School
James Island Charter High School
IB Program
Lucy Beckham High School*
McCallie School
Oceanside Collegiate Academy
Palmetto Scholars Academy*
Porter-Gaud School*
Saint Mary’s School*
Summerville High School
*matriculation
Awards & Accolades
Head of School’s Award: Cornelia Truluck Thomas
Established in 1998 by Gregory J. O’Melia and Edgar S. Jaycocks, this prize recognizes a member of the graduating class who has exhibited a genuine love of learning through commitment and hard work at Charleston Day School. This award underscores the belief that true academic scholarship should be judged not only by one’s grade point average, but also by the student’s diligence, effort and sincere desire to learn.
Faculty Award: Emily Tavenner Manuel
This award is given to an 8th grader who, in the faculty’s opinion, best exemplifies the ideals of good manners, neatness in appearance and work, and good character.
The Archdale Achievement Award: William Digges Walldorf
This award is given for outstanding academic achievement in all areas, and for willingness to serve others.
Esprit de Corps Award: William Earl Danielson III
This award, established in 1996, recognizes the eighth grader who epitomizes devotion to and enthusiasm for the common spirit of the entire student body.
The Gordon Scott Gillespie Prize: Gretchen Caroline McCrary Dawson
Established by Mrs. Gillespie and her daughter Brook, this award is in memory of Brook’s father, who died while she was an eighth grader. In a year in which it is given, it is awarded to the student who shows special interest and a desire to delve deeper than is required into his or her schoolwork and projects.
The Thomas W. Alexander Creativity Award: Leland McKaughan Elliott
The Thomas W. Alexander Creativity Award was established in 2003 by the family and friends of Tom Alexander, a successful advertising executive and proud CDS alumnus, parent and grandparent. This award is given to a student in grades 6-8 who best demonstrates creativity in his/her life, schoolwork or hobbies.
The Brendan O’Shea Citizenship Award: Ethan Lenwood Black
Established in honor of Brendan O’Shea, whose 13-year tenure as Head of School was marked by a culture of civility. This award recognizes a student who has demonstrated service, leadership, responsibility, character and discipline.
The Josephine Little Townsend Award: Margot Wright David
This award was established in memory of Jodie Townsend after her death, during her fifth grade year at Charleston Day School. Recipients should display intelligence, love of reading, well-roundedness, ability to get along with others, optimism, and should be a top student in his or her class. It is awarded only to fifth graders.
Fourth Grade Award: William Garrison Rudisill III
Established in honor of Noel Kunes, former 4th grade teacher, this prize recognizes a student’s effort, attitude and positive relationships with his or her peers.
The Braveheart Award
This award was established by the Class of 1996. It recognizes students whose strong work ethic, optimism and strength of character best exemplify the spirit of Charleston Day School.
Grades 1-4: Mary Ellis Bryan
Grades 5-8: Ellen Gorham Smith
French Society Award: Sophie Elise Picard
Presented by the French Society of South Carolina to the student who demonstrates excellence in the French language and interest in promoting French culture.
The Julia Mayrant Rees Simonds Award: William Stafford Altman
Established in 1999, in memory of Julie Simonds, Class of 1987, this award is presented to the student who embodies a spirit of openness and a desire to learn more about France, its language and its people.
Spanish Award: Isabella Michelle Catlett-Fernandez
Presented to the student who demonstrates excellence in the Spanish language and interest in promoting Spanish culture.
English Award: Colburn Robert Hamilton
Established in 1998 to recognize particular excellence in English.
Mme. Morin presents recognitions to middle school students for the 2024 National French Exam.
The Harriet C. Wilson Award: Emmet Scott Liipfert
Established in 1995 by an alumna of Charleston Day School, this award honors Miss Wilson’s contributions to our community as a history teacher. Her standards were very high, but she was always able to inspire a sense of self-confidence in those with whom she worked. She strove to make the past come alive for her students, and she imbued them with a love of history. To reflect her spirit, this award is presented to an eighth grader who exhibits the enthusiasm, the interest and the potential to become a genuine scholar in the study of history.
Justine Finch Math Award: Cornelia Truluck Thomas
Established in 1998 as the Math Award, this award was renamed in 2014 to the Justine Finch Math Award and is presented to the student who displays excellence in mathematics as well as a desire to achieve at the highest level. The award is named in honor of Mrs. Finch, who taught math at Charleston Day for 26 years, from 1988-2014. Her exacting standards coupled with her expectation that each individual student perform to his or her highest capability helped establish Charleston Day’s math program as the best in the area. Countless students benefited from her emphasis on organization, checking work, daily preparation and review, as well as her high expectations for each child.
Science Award: Samuel Hammond Rowe
Established in 1998 to recognize particular excellence in science.
John Winthrop Young Historians Scholarship: Bowers Hills Cantwell
Established in 2013 by the generosity of Mr. John Winthrop of Charleston. Each year the award is given to a seventh grader who is distinguished in the study of history of our country and the world.
Marcia E. West Technology Award: William Leroy Howard III
Established in 1998 to recognize particular excellence in computers.
Audrey Elizabeth Grice Art Award: Gretchen Caroline McCrary Dawson
This award was established in 2002 in memory of Audrey Grice, member of the Class of 2006. Audrey was an exceptional art student, whose energetic spirit and love for life were reflected in her work. This award recognizes particular excellence in art.
Music Award: Emily Tavenner Manuel
Established in 1983 to recognize especially noteworthy achievement in music.
Athletes of the Year Award: Caroline Brittan Kirk
William Gibbes Allen
Awarded to an accomplished athlete of strong character who has shown exemplary sportsmanship, concern for fellow teammates, and a strong work ethic.
Sarah Huger Jervey Award: William Digges Walldorf
Established in 1947 in remembrance of Miss Sadie Jervey, whose school for grades 1 and 2 was the parent school of Charleston Day School. In 1939, she merged her school with the Day School, and taught there until 1945. It is awarded to the eighth grader with the highest cumulative academic average over the past three years.
Charleston Day School Scholar: Cian Isidro Green
To the sixth, seventh or eighth grader with the highest academic average for this year.
Fifth Grade High Honors: Rebecca Sullivan Kunes
Sixth Grade High Honors: Cian Isidro Green
Seventh Grade High Honors: Trevor Pierre Lind
Eighth Grade High Honors: William Digges Walldorf
Class of 2020 College Bound
Faisal Al Gadban University of South Carolina
Jack Bergren Florida State University
Jane Blessing University of Miami
Teddy Brisson UNC Chapel Hill Honors
Michael Catlett-Fernandez University of South Carolina
Markus Christiansen Macalester College
Simons Collins University of South Carolina Honors
Keenan Cummings Wofford College
Rena DeScherer University of Vermont
Garrett Dieck University of South Carolina
Haynes Elliott University of Mississippi
Catherine Hagood University of Mississippi
Eliza Halford University of South Carolina
Lawton Harper US Naval Academy
Henry Hastings College of Charleston
Thomas Hastings Gap Year to Panama
Ava Kempinksi University of South Carolina
Darla Moore School of Business
Jack Kerr
The Citadel
Sarah Kuhl University of Southern California
Catherine Lapointe CEGEP program in Canada
Cliffie Manuel Washington and Lee University
Luke McAlister Clemson University
Hudson Mims University of South Carolina
Wylly Molten Denison University
Henry Ramsey College of Charleston
Margaret Richardson University of Mississippi
Isabella Ryan Bucknell University
Anna Sinkler Colorado College
Margaret Smith
Fiona Yang
Auburn University
Not available at time of publication
Henry Young University of South Carolina Capstone Scholar
A Culinary Competition
Six middle school students participated in a friendly (and tasty!) culinary competition last May. In addition, the event raised funds for local nonprofits, thanks to a “Food Fight” program spearheaded by FLIK Independent School Dining (FISD).
In order to learn culinary fundamentals including recipe creation, menu preparation, cooking terminology, and knife safety and skills, Charleston Day’s young chefs worked alongside the School’s former Head Chef, Keith Warren, for several weeks leading up to the competition.
On May 8, 2024 the training came together for a culinary competition of epic proportions! The CDS chefs faced cooking teams from Porter-Gaud and Charleston Collegiate in two rounds of fast-paced food preparation. Each round’s dishes were tasted and judged by Chef & Owner of Charleston’s da Toscano, Michael Toscano, and FISD’s VP of Operations, Adam Byrne. Celebrity chef and Food Network star, Aarti Sequeira, served as master of ceremonies.
“These students worked together and put their problem-solving, leadership, and team-building
skills to the test.”
Preparing for the Competition
Part knowledge retention and trivia, part culinary competition, these students worked together and put their problem-solving, leadership, and team-building skills to the test. All teams used the same basic recipes for Spiced Southern Corn Cakes with Slaw and Chicken Tikka Masala with Basmati Rice. Part of the weekly preparation ahead of the competition was to not only become familiar with the recipes, but to also make each dish unique.
During the weekly practice sessions after school, the team experimented with ingredients and tweaked parts of the competition recipes to put a personal Charleston Day spin on the flavors. Chef Keith commented, “The Food Fight competition reinforced team building, good sportsmanship, creativity, and life skills.”
Benefits of Culinary Skills
Introducing cooking skills in middle school equips students with practical knowledge that positively impacts their health, independence, and creativity. Because of their participation in the Food Fight competition, our cooking team had the opportunity to experience new cuisine and learn basic cooking techniques that will stay with them in high school and beyond.
“The Food Fight cooking competition has been a great complement to our school’s academic program. Cooking involves creative problem-solving, math skills, troubleshooting kitchen mishaps, and adapting to ingredient substitutions. These are life skills we reinforce with our students every day. Plus, it was a fun way to learn and reinforce teamwork,” noted Ms. Arnstein, former Head of School.
Chicken Tikka Masala
Instructions
CHICKEN TIKKA:
• Combine all ingredients except chicken in a bowl and mix. Add chicken and turn well to coat.
• Cover with cling wrap and leave in fridge to marinate overnight (3 hours minimum).
• Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non stick pan over high heat until smoking. Add half the chicken and spread out. Leave for 2 minutes or until charred. Turn each piece and cook the other side until charred - don’t worry if not cooked inside. Remove into bowl.
• Scrape out charred bits left in pan and discard. Add more oil if required and cook remaining chicken.
SAUCE:
• Wipe skillet with paper towels (or do this part in a pot as you need a lid). Turn heat down to medium high.
• Add oil and butter. When butter is melted, add onions, ginger, and salt.
• Cook, stirring constantly to ensure it doesn’t burn, until the ginger is starting to turn golden and the onions smell sweet, about 5 - 7 minutes.
• Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic and paprika, and cook for 2 minutes.
• Add the curry sauce spices, and cook a further 2 minutes, stirring.
• Add tomato paste and water, and mix. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
• Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Pour curry into a bowl, then use a stick blender to puree until smooth.
• Return sauce to skillet. Add cream, sugar, and butter. Stir to melt the butter.
• Add chicken, stir. Simmer for a few minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
• Optional: Sprinkle with a pinch of extra garam masala at the end.
• Serve over basmati rice.
Ingredients
CHICKEN TIKKA MARINADE:
1.2 lb chicken thigh (boneless, skinless), cut into 3 cm / 2.2” cubes
1/2 cup plain yogurt, full fat best (Greek is fine)
6 cloves garlic, minced (~1.5 tbsp)
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp each salt, cumin, ground coriander, paprika (sweet, normal, or smoky)
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Pinch black pepper
2 tsp lemon juice
CURRY SAUCE SPICES:
2 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp garam masala
2 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
1/8 tsp cardamom powder
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
CURRY SAUCE:
3 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter OR ghee
1 onion, finely chopped (brown, white or yellow)
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
6 cloves garlic, crushed or grated
1 tbsp paprika
1 2/3 cups (tomato puree)
1 2/3 cups water
100 ml (1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) cream
1 tsp sugar
3 tbsp unsalted butter OR ghee
BEYOND THE GATES: ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
John Cooper Fowler III ‘17
A Cross-Country Bike Trip
Turning a Passion for Biking into Community Impact
Cooper Fowler embarked on a cross-country trip during the summer of 2023 to raise awareness and celebrate the abilities of all people. Cooper biked from Seattle, Washington to Washington, DC as a servant leader on behalf of the organization, The Ability Experience.
At Charleston Day, community service is encouraged and celebrated. Cooper’s service trip highlights how engaging in service activities helps people understand the importance of giving back to others and making a positive impact on society– all traits we work to promote in our students.
Not only did Cooper raise $7,700 prior to starting the trip, but his group managed to collect an extra $20,000 throughout their cycling adventure. In addition, the riders participated in community visits in cities across the country. At the different special needs centers, the bike team participated in activities such as playing games with adults at the centers, having dinner, or other fun activities. In essence, Cooper’s bike trip combined action, advocacy, and fundraising in a way that had a direct impact for adults with disabilities and for Cooper personally.
“Most days would consist of our group visiting one of the many disability centers that we were directly helping. This was one of the most rewarding parts for me.”
Q: When did you start biking?
I started cycling when I was around 5, and I began learning how to ride a bike by going on mountain rides in Western NC, so I was already enjoying cyclocross and mountain biking while I was a student at CDS.
I fell in love with the sport originally because of the adrenaline rush that I got from the thrill of hitting jumps on my bike, whether it be on the trails or right out back behind my house on the BMX ramps. There is a serenity to cycling out in nature; Biking can take you to places that you can’t always reach by car. That is a big reason I have always loved the sport.
repairs a tire on the side of the road.
Q: What type of training and other preparation did you do prior to the trip?
The Ability Experience program requires that you ride at least 1,000 miles before starting the trip. For me, my experience of riding my bike over the previous 15 years, on all sorts of roads, paid dividends. Learning how to ride the road was different from my mountain bike experience, but it was crucial for my safety and the safety of my biking team. Some of the people who were doing this trip were attempting to bike long distances on high traffic roads for the first time ever. So, I can only imagine the learning curve that some people had to overcome to start this trip.
Cooper
Q: What was the biggest accomplishment?
The biggest accomplishment of the trip was our group of 50 raised over $500,000 for people with disabilities. I would also say that when we arrived at the capitol in DC, it really hit home that I had come all the way from Seattle and was now on the east coast.
Q: What was a typical day like?
A typical day on the trip consisted of riding about 80 miles a day, which would take anywhere from 5-6 hours a day. Following the riding portion, most days would consist of our group visiting one of the many disability centers that we were directly helping and actually meeting and hanging out with the people who we were riding for. This was one of the most rewarding parts for me.
• 4,000 miles biked in total
• ~80 miles biked each day (135 miles longest day from West Yellowstone, MT to Jackson, WY)
• Biked through 12 states
• Trip took 60 days
• 6 bike tires used (Flats were a common occurrence. The first two weeks of the trip I had over 10 flats because of poor road conditions. I think I went through about 6 tires, which is a lot.)
Q: How did teamwork impact the trip?
Teamwork was important for this trip as you were required to ride with a group of four throughout each day. This consisted of different people riding in the front with three people following behind. The person who is in the front is doing more of the work than the people who are following behind, as the person in the front is usually breaking the wind while the people behind are just riding in that person’s draft. We would take turns to give each person some relief and balance the bike work. Without my group each day, the biking effort would have been that much more difficult.
I remember the value of a coordinated team effort on the CDS basketball court! Our team would always play out of a set. When one player moved in the set, it created an action. For example, if a player was cutting to the basket, then the player with the ball initiated a pass to drive to the basket. Having a support system makes the whole group more successful.
Q: Red or Blue? Which were you?
Red!
Cooper regularly shared updates on his trip through a dedicated Instagram account.
Cooper and his 8th grade class on their Washington DC trip.
BEYOND THE GATES Alumni News
Class of 1996
Richard Cutler and his wife, Courtney, welcomed their 2nd son, Henry deSaussure Cutler, on June 2nd. Henry joins a very proud big brother, Sam.
Class of 2005
Edward Pritchard married Holly M. Annus at Middleton Place in February. They reside in California where Holly is a traveling nurse, and Edward is stationed at Camp Pendleton and is a Major in the United States Marine Corps. Edward was deployed to Iraq for six months in mid-June on a joint-individual augment.
Class of 2007
Peter Pritchard earned his business degree from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. He is living in New York and working for a private equity firm, Incline Equity Partners. Peter married Emilie M. Waché this past May.
Class of 2010
Madeline Leadem married Jeffrey Southern on May 18, 2024 at the French Huguenot Church in Charleston. The couple met during their summer internship at Charles Schwab in 2017 and reconnected post college. They currently reside in Denver, Colorado with their sweet Lab/Husky mix, Grayson.
Celeste Pritchard lives in New York City. She is a CPA and works for Deloitte as an Audit Senior. Celeste ran the 2023 New York City Marathon!
Class of 2014
Eliot Leadem lives in NYC and is completing a hybrid MBA program at Georgetown in Washington DC. During a visit to DC, he ran into another Scorpion who is in law school there, Zachary Kronsberg.
Class of 2015
A huge CONGRATULATIONS to our tennis star, Emma Navarro, on advancing to the semi-finals of the U.S. Open this year in New York City! We can’t wait to keep watching you shine.
Class of 2016
Isabelle Boulware transferred to The University of St. Andrews and will be graduating in July of 2025. She is a fourth year in the honors college and will graduate with a Biology degree. She is debating whether she will return to the States post graduation or stay in Europe. She loves Scotland and travels every spare moment she has!
Austin Givens graduated summa cum laude, honors degree, phi beta kappa, government and English award from Wofford College this past spring. Austin started law school at the University of South Carolina this fall.
Hubert Wood graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in May and is planning to take the LSAT this fall to apply to law school for the fall of 2025.
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Class of 2018
Beau Stone stopped by campus last spring! He had been living in Thailand and was home for a visit. He loved the experience of living abroad but had plans to be back in the States permanently.
Class of 2019
Thomas Boulware started SCAD this fall as a Film and Television major.
Class of 2020
Former CDS classmates snapped a group picture on College T-Shirt Day at Porter-Gaud.
Class of 2021
Gates McCants, Perrin O’Kelley, and Garnet Tobin sailed from St. Croix to Charleston Harbor on the tall ship, Denis Sullivan. They were selected for the Offshore Leadership Program at Ashley Hall, an offshore sailing experience that utilizes the 24-hour-a-day watch system.
Class of 2023
Jackson Thomas posed with his dad at Lawrenceville School where Jackson is a current student, and his dad is an alum.
Future
Scorpions New Beginnings
Susannah Nelson Darby '04
Baby Hopson
Young CDS alum and a few current Scorpions ran into each other at the USC/ Ole Miss football game this fall! Alum L to R Henry Hastings ‘20, Pierson Tobin ‘19, Woods Gamble ‘22, Wells Gamble ‘22, Haynes Elliott ‘20, Thomas Hastings ‘20
Christina Oelsner Neal '07
Baby Lawson
Charlton deSaussure '00
Baby Dan, and big brother, Charlton
Weesie Wilson Blaine '07
Baby Brooks
We would love to send your future Scorpion a CDS t-shirt! Scan the QR code to submit an alumni note with your baby news.
WITHIN THE GATES
Loretta Young Alumni Basketball Game
This past spring, we lost former staff member and beloved CDS friend, Miss Loretta Young. Miss Loretta was a friend to all who knew her and was our biggest basketball supporter!
In her memory, we hosted the inaugural Alumni Basketball Game this past May. Over 75 young alums and former parents attended! We plan to host the event again around Memorial Day, 2025.
If you would like to participate or attend the event, please make sure we have updated contact information for you.
Use the QR code to submit your contact information, so we can share this year's Loretta Young Alumni Basketball Game information with you in the spring.
Miss Loretta during the 2018 Faculty v 8th Grade Basketball game
Former Faculty Lunch and News
Enduring Connections
On a sunny, spring day last April, Charleston Day hosted its annual Former Faculty Luncheon on the terrace; sunglasses provided! Each year, former faculty and staff members return to catch up with colleagues and walk around campus. As a special treat this year, Mrs. Hawkins led our kindergarteners in a short singing performance for the group.
Standing (L-R), Crawford Milnor (Facilities), Katherine Kuszmaul (Marketing), John Howell (Facilities), Paula Kuyk (3rd grade), Ginger Howell (Photographer and Reception), Brendan O’Shea (Head of School), Mary Kiger (1st grade), Gaby Lewis Brown ‘58 (French), Sabina Gilbert (5th grade), Barbara Dotterer (Advancement)
Sitting (L-R) Hopie Parker (Reception), Susan Liipfert (Assistant to the Head of School), Kerry Murphy (3rd grade), Noel Kunes (4th grade), Ned Jaycocks (Head of School), Sallie Barnes (Admissions), Heidi Whaley (Business Office)
Lindsay Skelton with
husband and puppy
Bottom Right: Brendan O’Shea (L) and Ned Jaycocks (R), former Heads of School
Mrs. Donna Croft, former 6th grade teacher, is in the process of moving to North Carolina where she and her husband are building a home. During her last teaching job at Cario Middle School (social studies sixth grade), she was honored to be awarded the best middle social studies teacher of the year for the state!
Lindsay Skelton, former French teacher, is currently serving as the Head of School at Mountain Sun Community School, an independent, Montessori-based program in Brevard, NC. Ms. Skelton writes, “While I don’t get to speak French quite as much as I used to, I’m enjoying getting to be a part of a small, growing school that’s celebrating its 15th anniversary. My husband, Thomas, and I are loving the mountains and exploring with our puppy, Ludo, the German Shorthaired Pointer.”
Marcia West, former computer teacher, shared that her husband, Tim, is now totally retired, and they welcomed their 6th grandchild in June.
Gigi Wallace, longtime Director of Athletics who retired in May, 2024, attended her nephew’s wedding this fall in Idaho, and several CDS alum and former parents attended too!
(L to R) Gigi Wallace, Susan Wilson '08, Tricia Wilson, Hattie Johnson Hughes '08, Margaret Blincow Notermann '08
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Top: Mrs. Hawkins leads the kindergarten in songs about friendship Bottom Left: Katherine Kuszmaul, Heidi Whaley, and Barbara Dotterer
Excellence in Teaching Award
CHARLESTON DAYSCHOOL
Congratulations to Keller Smith, first grade teacher, who was named the 2024 recipient of the Excellence in Teaching Award.
The Excellence in Teaching Fund was established by the Kronsberg family in September, 2016. The intention of the Excellence in Teaching Fund is to award one faculty member annually whose contributions of talent and time have directly impacted the Charleston Day School community and the lives of the students. The candidate can be nominated by peers, former faculty members, and alumni.
Mrs. Smith is described by peers as an eternal optimist and a compassionate colleague who is always willing to listen, be a thought partner, give a hug, or whatever is needed in the moment. She incorporates music in everything she teaches, from reading to math to teaching children to be kind to their friends. She knows just what to say and do to gently help students regulate their big and ever changing emotions.
Her creativity can also be seen in her classroom, a colorful collage of bright images and items that are hand-selected and masterfully organized make learning fun for her students. Several young alum have vivid memories of working with Mrs. Smith. “She was one of the most memorable teachers I have ever had. She always opened class with a smile and welcoming atmosphere. I am so grateful for her positivity, kindness, and hard work.”
Another said, “I remember she greeted me with a hug every morning and taught me to tie my shoes.” Keller’s impact extends to students who didn’t have her as a teacher. One student remembered, “I never had her as a teacher, but she still made an effort to get to know me and always greeted us in the hallways.”
Keller Smith positively impacts the lives of all members of the CDS community, from current and former students to faculty and staff to our parents, and we are thrilled to honor her dedication and work as an educator and friend.
Mrs. Smith works with her students during morning
Ms. Beachley congratulates Mrs. Smith.
Mrs. Smith’s family joined her to celebrate her honor at Monday assembly.
The Fielding Playground
This fall, middle school students have a chance to stretch their legs a little further as we open a temporary playground on the Fielding property during the planning and permitting phase of the Fielding campus project.
Prior to officially opening the playground, the entire student body took a mini field trip to Fielding to listen to Brittany Lavelle Tulla, an architectural historian, share stories about the 234-year history of the original building on the property. It is important that our students recognize the legacy and rich history of this significant downtown property and the Fielding family impact on this community.
Charleston Day has a responsibility to be caretakers of our unique location.
The playground is in the cleared portion of the property and has areas for basketball, volleyball, gaga ball, and picnic tables. Due to walking time from campus, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students have initially been scheduled for recess time in the new location, although the space will be available for special activities for all grades.
Charleston Day School acquired the Fielding Home for Funerals property in early October, 2023. In addition, the school purchased 7 Magazine Street in the fall of 2022.
The Magazine Street row house provides a critical link between the existing Archdale Street campus and the Fielding property to the north.
Following the property acquisitions, the School conducted multiple focus group sessions with various constituents of our community. There was broad consensus about the desire for more play space/green space. Providing an additional playground area on our campus addresses this immediate need as the planning process continues.
We are beyond excited about the possibilities for the enhanced facilities in CDS’ future. Long-term planning includes increased open and outdoor areas, enhanced athletic facilities, an assembly/performance hall, arts, music, and creative spaces, special purpose spaces for enhanced and new programming, larger and additional classrooms to support growth, and so much more that could not have been reasonably accomplished without the addition of this property.
For information about the Fielding Property, contact Mary Baarcke in the Office of Advancement at 843-266-9798 or mary.baarcke@charlestonday.org.
From the Chair, Board of Trustees
Dear CDS Families, Friends and Supporters,
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “What you do speaks so loudly I cannot hear what you are saying.” This quotation is a favorite of mine and can be found in the top drawer of my desk where it serves as a poignant reminder that what we do is more telling about who we are than what we say. As a board, we are committed to serving Charleston Day’s mission, and there is no better way to demonstrate that than to share with you some of the actions that we have taken and the steps before us.
Last year, under the leadership of Ross Hostetter, the CDS Board of Trustees worked with a nationally renowned consulting firm to update our strategic plan. The first step in planning strategically focuses on gathering data - data from trustees, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the school. On October 7, Barbara and I provided much of this data in a joint letter. One thing stood out to me above all else. There was alignment among our constituents about what matters most. This type of alignment has allowed the Board of Trustees to be laser focused on executing our new strategic plan.
We authorized a compensation analysis which has already been completed. Prior to even seeing the results from the compensation analysis, the Board of Trustees earmarked significant funds to make faculty compensation a priority. So, when you hear me say that our faculty and staff are our best resource, you can see the steps we are taking which demonstrate our commitment to that priority.
Next, as we celebrate last year’s fundraising success, we are poised to continue that trend as parents understand better today, than ever before, how their Gateway Giving profoundly impacts programming, activities and the student experience. Gateway Giving makes it possible to allocate more funds for teacher professional development. This allows our amazing teachers to collaborate with colleagues and learn best practices that they bring back to Archdale Street to ensure our children benefit from cutting edge teaching innovations.
Later this semester, we will be inviting finalists for our next head of school to campus as a critical part of the robust search process. These visits will allow all constituents to meet the candidates and provide feedback. Perhaps one of the most telling aspects of this process is the tremendous response we have seen to our head of school position. While this might not come as a surprise to many of us because we all know how incredible our school is, it is encouraging when so many highly qualified candidates investigate our school and express a desire to be considered for our next Head of School. It is a reassuring reminder that the future is bright.
It is impossible for me to mention the future without introducing and thanking our new Trustees, Grier Allen,
2024-2025 Board of Trustees
James B. Hood ’91, Chair
Catherine M. Grant, Vice Chair
David H. Kunes ’94, Treasurer
E. Hunter McEaddy Dawson, Secretary
Ross P. Hostetter, Past Chair
Elliot Grier Allen Sr.
Barbara J. Beachley, ex-officio
Ann E. Rice Ervin
Joseph J. Keenan
David Maybank III ’75
Peter M. McCoy Jr.
Megan A. Phillips
John E. Robinson
Tameka L. Smalls-Robinson
Zoë L. Stephens ’87
(Back Row, L to R) David Maybank, Ross Hostetter, John Robinson, David Kunes, Jamie Hood, Grier Allen
(Front Row, L to R) Peter McCoy, Zoë Stephens, Kaky Grant, Meg Phillips, Tameka Smalls-Robinson, Hunter Dawson
Not Pictured: Ann E. Ervin, Jay Keenan
Ann E. Rice Ervin, and Peter McCoy. Each has tremendous skills to offer our board, and all three of them are already making a positive impact as we prepare for the future. We are blessed to have so many amazing leaders who eagerly volunteer their time and energy to CDS. I want to express my sincere gratitude to all fifteen of our Trustees for the work they do every day for CDS. As I write this article, this dedicated group remains focused on our plans for Fielding to ensure that our plan aligns with CDS’ mission and serves the needs of our community for generations to come.
We are energized by your support and remain unwavering in our commitment to take those steps necessary to ensure that we continue to develop graduates with integrity who will become tomorrow’s leaders. And I am keenly aware that the words I share with you periodically will fade, but the actions that we take as Trustees of this remarkable school will bear an indelible mark on the future of CDS. So, I encourage you to also get involved in any way that you can because our school is best when we are all engaged, active, and working together.
Yours Sincerely,
Jamie Hood Chair, Board of Trustees
CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL
New Board of Trustees Members
Elliott Grier Allen Sr.
• Grier and his wife, Elizabeth, are current parents of Grier (’25) and Walker (’28)
• Earned his degree from Clemson University
• Chief Strategy Officer at Inside Real Estate
• Previously served on Trident Technical College Foundation’s Board of Trustees and Charleston Digital Corridor Foundation’s Board of Trustees
Ann E. Rice Ervin
• Ann E. and her husband, Tucker, are parents to Beckett (‘30).
• Holds a JD from The Joseph F. Rice School of Law at the University of South Carolina; MA from New York University; BS from The University of South Carolina
• Partner at civil litigation firm Motley Rice LLC; Co-owner of Maddison Row South bridal boutique of Charleston and Co-owner of Bella Bridesmaids Charleston, Columbia and Greenville
• Faculty member of the MUSC Clinical and Translational Research Ethics Fellowship Program.
• Excited to contribute her skills to the Board for this term
Peter M. McCoy Jr.
• Peter and his wife, Jennifer, are parents to Lucy (’27), Peter (’28) and Mae Loflin.
• Earned degrees from Hampden- Sydney College and Regent University School of Law
• Owner and Managing Partner at McCoy Law Group LLC.
• Served as U.S. Attorney for the District of South Carolina from 2020 to 2021. He was a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2011 to 2020.
• Current Chairman of the Santee Cooper Board of Trustees
Annual Former Board of Trustees Luncheon
This past April, current and former Trustees as well as former Heads of School returned to campus for our annual Former Trustee Luncheon. In addition to enjoying time with colleagues, Trustees heard from 23/24 Board Chair, Ross Hostetter, and 23/24 Head of School, Judith Arnstein, about the exciting Fielding project and master campus plans. Thank you to these longtime CDS friends for their dedication and support.
Current and former Board members have a chance to talk about CDS priorities.
Attendees mingle before sitting down to lunch.
Members of the CDS Leadership Team greet former Board members as they arrive.
Charleston Day School | Annual Report
The Gateway Giving Fund is vital for the School and supports academic programs, ongoing professional education for teachers, tuition assistance, technology updates, off-campus experiences for students, and campus enhancements.
106
repeat donors and 30 of those donors increased their contributions from FY23
$607,000
raised for Gateway Giving from over 425 donors
122
donors gave at the 1937 Circle ($1,937) or higher
83% Parent Participation
Beginning in the Fall of 2025, we will move to a digital version of the Annual Report. For the 23/24 Annual Report, we are pleased to share the paper version on the following pages or the digital version that can be accessed via the QR code.
*Figures based on pledges and donations made between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.
Your Giving
Gateway Giving
Charleston Day's Annual Fund
An independent school’s annual fund is a critical component of the yearly operating budget. At Charleston Day School, our annual fund, the Gateway Giving Fund, provides the School with flexible dollars that support numerous priorities like an all-inclusive tuition plan, competitive compensation for our faculty and staff, financial aid, technology updates, campus security, and more.
Last year, over 425 donors invested in Gateway Giving including 83% of current parents, 98% of faculty and staff, and 100% of the Board of Trustees. One important aspect of Gateway Giving is that gifts are put to immediate use to support life on campus right now. This is why we ask our community to contribute every year.
“The CDS student receives a strong, well-balanced education and becomes one who has community awareness. They are comfortable with public speaking and graduate well prepared for their next avenue of academics. My gift today becomes one for our future and will continue to be an asset that makes an impact. By contributing to Gateway Giving, I invest in the future of CDS by educating our children for their tomorrows.”
–
Elfrida Moore Sinkler (Frida), former parent, grandparent, Board of Trustees member, and Gateway Giving Fund supporter
Leadership Circle
$25,000 and above
Todd and Jessica Aaron
Grier and Elizabeth Allen
Giving by Level
The following names reflect donations given from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.
Head’s Society
$2,500 - $4,999
Judith Foley Arnstein
Shane & Rachel Ayotte
The Clyde and Summer Anderson Foundation
The Guffey Family
Mr. and Mrs. David H. Kunes
Meg and Jordan Phillips
Founder’s Circle
$10,000 - $24,999
Campbell and Don Burton
Kaky and Carter Grant
H. Neel and Scott Timmons Hipp
Corinne F. Hipp
Greer and Ross Hostetter
Johnson and Johnson, Inc.
Sarah and James Johnson
Barclay and Alexandra Macon
Zoë and Brys Stephens
Gateway Society
$5,000 - $9,999
Mark Allan
Books-A-Million
Alex and Mark Andrews
Tara & Francisco Bergaz
Mrs. Anabel Smith Bowen
Don and Joan Brown
Larry and Eugenia Burtschy
Susanne and Willis Cantey
Pat and Keely Gilroy
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Hand
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Keenan
Chase and Bliss Lansing
Gordon and Megan Maner
Will and Rebecca Martin
Don and Nancy McVicker
Megan and Clayton Mozingo
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Palmer
David and Emily Schaible
Charlie and Katie Seaman
Mr. and Mrs. David Lindsay Shuford, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. C.D. Smith III
Wilbur Smith and Stephanie E. Smith-Phillips Foundation
Megan and John Belniak
Mrs. Richard Lauren Booth
Margaret B. Buck
CDS Parents’ Council
William and Anne Cleveland
Jay & Laura Cotton
Ann E. and Tucker Ervin
Mr. William P. Galvin and Dr. Steffi C. Galvin
Liza & Bill Green
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Herring
Mrs. Bernie Hood
Mr. and Mrs. James B. Hood
David and Lauren Lail
Mr. and Mrs. David Maybank III
Kate and Chris Mettler
Gail M. Miller
Mimi & Ham Morrison
Amanda & John Redding
Joseph and Lisa Rice
William and Amy Rich
Meredith and Akhil Sharma
Jayne and Will Shiver
Mr. and Mrs. G. Dana Sinkler
Courtney and Thomas Wagoner
Corbin and Rob Wimberly
Mr. and Mrs. J. Rutledge Young III
1937 Circle
$1,937 - $2,499
Dan and Chrissie Batten
Sarah and Chris Best
Dr. and Mrs. Alton G. Brown, Jr.
Christopher and Janet Call
Leslie and Bowen Chapman
Clark Family Fund
Phil & Angie Clarke
Lisa Cornwell
John & Claire Curtis
Mary deSaussure Cutler
Ashlee & Jonathan DiOrio
Dollens Family Foundation
Barbara Stafford Dotterer
Mike & Jessica Dyer
Dawn and Bear Dyke
Katye & Trey Fayard
Charles and Jill Fitzhenry
Rebeca and Evan Graboyes
Mr. and Mrs. J. Michael Grant
Mr. and Mrs. Gerard L. Graves
Anne and Mike Graves
Cynthia and John Hayes
Molly and Stuart Henry
Mr. & Mrs. Clay W. Hershey
Scottie and Robert Johnson
Alysann Sieren and Al Johnson Family Fund
Leigh Rowe and Tom Kerns
Kronsberg Family
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Kunes
Drs. Rebecca and James Lawrence
Richard and Susan Leadem
Patricia and Jefferson Leath Charitable Giving Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Lenderman, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. O. Edward Liipfert, Jr.
Caroline & Michael Lind
Loehr Family
Emily and John Lumpkin
Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Marks III
Mike & Amy Mauldin
Louise J. Maybank
McFadden Family
Ms. Nancy W. McGowan
Mary Scott and Barnes McLaurin
Dr. and Mrs. Telfair H. Parker
Frances and Telfair Parker
Brian and Kim Ralph
Mr. William G. Rudisill
The Skaff Family
Dewitt and Cindy Smith
Mr. and Mrs. C. Donovan Smith IV
Whitney & Robert Stoddard
Corby and Meg Stokenberry
Wayne and Corrine Stone
Liz & Nate Stone
Archdale Association
$1,000 - $1,936
Kurt and Meredith Banas
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Becht
William and Jacquelin Bennett
John T. and Elizabeth K. Cahill Fund
Ellen and Bill Chapman
Mr. and Mrs. J. Stanley Claypoole III
Mr. and Mrs. William T. Dawson III
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Alexander Fleming
Mr. and Mrs. Henry B. Gregorie III
Clarfeld Citizens Private Wealth
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Hagood
Rita Hayes
Melissa Horne and Alex Daigle
Mr. and Mrs. Roy A Howell III
John and Shea Kuhn
Virginia and Charles Lane
Meg and Bo Manuel
Mr. and Mrs. John L. McLaughlin, III
Lee J. Moncus
William Paterson Rhett, Jr.
Tameka Smalls-Robinson
Mr. and Mrs. John Edward Robinson
Elizabeth and Chip Shealy
McCutcheon Family Foundation
Catherine and Reeves Skeen
Tameka Smalls-Robinson
The Austin Memorial Foundation
Joe and Silvia Waring
Dr. Robert Wilson, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. John Winthrop
State Street
$250 - $999
Sarah Adams
Mr. Charles Ailstock
Chipper and Cheri Allen
Mary and Charles Baarcke
Caroline and Rick Baarcke
Steve and Cheryl Banas
The Barnard Family
Octavia and Rusell Barrett
Susan and Dan Batten
Lily Becht
Edward and Adelaida Bennett
Mr. & Mrs. Craig M Bennett III
Rosy and Dale Blessing
Boeing
Scottie and Richard Bowers
Lee and Vicky Cardwell
Molly and Joe Caughman
Sara and Donnie Chapman
Marianne Clare
Katherine and Ryan Clark
Tim Coffey Photography
Brandi and Shane Cole
Thomas and Anne Cooper
Mr. and Mrs. Philip W. Cotton
Erich H. Cramer, CDR, USN (Ret.)
Susan and Doug David
Victor Davidson
Emmie Aichele Dawson
Jane and Hunter deButts
Elizabeth A. Dieck
Gaynell K. Dixon
Elaina and Erin England
Barbara and Harry England
Jane Fleischer
Benny and Sara Folk
Frank C. Ford III
Harriett and Stephen Gaddy
Sarah Todd and Ken Grimes
Michael and Chrystal Hawkins
Marshall and Lisa Hay
Wesley and Mary Katherine Henderson
Mr. and Mrs. Peter McCoy
Berta and Bill McCue
Mary Neill and Blake McKie
Ashley and Mullins McLeod
Elliott Merck
Laura and Romney Miller
Terence N. Moore, MD
Caroline Nevitte Morris
Dr. and Mrs. George W. Mozingo
Frances and Billy Murray
Jon Musselman
Brendan O’Shea
Alice and Bill Otis
Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Padgett
Harriott and Andy Parker
J. R. Pelzer
Carol C. (Cozy) Pelzer
Edward and Bowe Pritchard
Emily Small Ramsay
Alex Ramsay
Hal and Shannon Ravenel
Elizabeth and Jamie Ravenel
Daniel Ravenel, MD
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Rawl
Gregg and Sandra Revak
Sally and Edmund Rhett
Jerry and Carolyn Robinson
Carter and Courtney Rowson
Sharon and Ron Shealy
Lauren Mulherin Shealy
Emily and Alex Shortridge
Kenneth and Linda Shortridge
Robert and Wilhelmina Smalls
Mrs. Bachman Smith III
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Hills
Matthew and Pamela Hudson
Mary Pope M. Hutson
Mr. and Mrs. Trenton Lee Kirk
Todd and Eleanor Kuhl
Madeline Kuhn ‘12, Philip Kuhn ‘13, Louisa Kuhn ‘16
Col (R) and Mrs. John G. Lackey
Mrs. Lindsay Long
Mary Ramsay Ludwick
Mr. and Mrs. R. Darren McCants
Henry B. Smythe, Jr.
Mrs. Judith P. Talbott
Howard W. Taylor
Kate & Ben Towill
Susanne Trainer
Dr. and Mrs. Perry E. Trouche
Mr. and Mrs. Bradish J. Waring
Mr. and Mrs. Cam Werntz
Emily W. Whipple
Nan and Tod Williams
Endowment and Scholarship Funds
Adela Holmes Cook Spirit Fund
Adela Holmes Cook Endowment of Coastal Community Foundation
Johnson and Johnson, Inc.
The Audrey E. Grice Art Endowment
Marta T. Hampton, M.D.
General Endowment
Judith Foley Arnstein
Anabel Bowen
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Keenan
Inclusion Scholarship
Judith Foley Arnstein
Richard and Marjorie Marks
The John Winthrop Fund for Historical Studies
Mr. and Mrs. John Winthrop
Mr. Charles Ailstock
Johnson and Johnson, Inc.
Meg and Jordan Phillips
Foundations, Organizations, and Matching Gifts
Adela Holmes Cook Endowment of Coastal Community Foundation
Altec Styslinger Foundation
Bank of America
Boeing Airplane Company
Books-A-Million
Clarfeld Citizens Private Wealth
Coastal Community Foundation
CyberGrants
Federation of Defense and Corporate Council, Inc.
First Citizens Foundation
Fleetwood Foundation
Goldman Sachs Matching Gift Program
Harris Teeter
Johnson and Johnson, Inc.
Lands’ End
McLaurin Parker
Philip O’Neill Hanvey Memorial Fund
Pledgeling Foundation
Renaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Rhett Family Fund of Coastal Community Foundation
The Austin Memorial Foundation
The Dickson Foundation, Inc.
The H. Neel and Scott Timmons Hipp Foundation
State Street (continued)
Mr. and Mrs. John Winthrop
The Wright Family
Marshall and Bryan Wyker
Elliott Street up to $249
Porter Aichele
Patricia Alexander
Chipper and Cheri Allen
Will Altman
Gabriella and David Andrews
Jimmy and Chris Angelos
Natalia Anisovich
Anonymous
Edward C. Applegate
Archie and Barbara Baker
Beth Darling Barnett
Mr. and Mrs. F. Daniel Batten III
Allison Bayne
James and Michelle Bell
Mr. and Mrs. Craig M. Bennett, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Edward G.R. Bennett, Jr.
Charities Aid Foundation America
Ann deSaussure Biondi
Elmore and Dinah Black
Anne Hanahan Blessing
Garden Blincow
Isabelle N. Boulware and
Thomas M. Boulware VII
Ryan Brackett
Gaby and Alton Brown
Anonymous
Bryan Family
Dr. and Mrs. William Buchanan
Sister Buchanan
Jane Chancey Bullard
Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Buyck, Jr.
Josh and Eliza Cantwell
Alex Thornton Carrick
Blair Chesnut
Bradley G. Clary
Matthew and Heather Cochrane-Logan
Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Cole, Jr.
This year, CDS invested in Chromebooks for lower grades. Chromebooks are laptops that are easy to use and offer quick access to online resources and educational tools, making them ideal for student work.
The main entrance to the school received a landscape makeover prior to school starting in August.
Katherine P. Coleman
Jane Stoney Cook
Susannah N. Darby
Carrie Davis
Mrs. Charlton deSaussure
Charlton and Sofia deSaussure
Pilar Bennett Dola
Mr. and Mrs. Gaillard T. Dotterer, Jr.
Mr. P. Michael Duffy
Mallory and Catherine Edwards
Georgia Caroline England
Jessie Burnam Eubank
Jennifer Fouquette MD
Meghan Fisher
Caroline Pinckney Fitzgerald
Roberta and Robin Freer
Katie and Daniel Freer
Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Gaillard III
Mr. and Mrs. Palmer Gaillard III
Meredith and Bridger Gale
Frances Waring Voigt Geer
Eric Getter
W. Jenks Gibbs
Tania Gonzalez and Michael Rajala
Julia and Thomas Gore
Sara Gouldon
Laura and Brian Greaver
Henry Gregorie
Alex, Caroline and Banks Hagood
Caroline Hagood Patrick
Lizzie and Brent Hamilton
Elizabeth and Louise Hammond
Marta T. Hampton, M.D.
Laura M. Harley
Olga and Dzmitry Haviazheu
Beverly and Carter Helms
Richard and Norfleet Herring
Thomas G. Hershey
Clay Hershey
Rhett Hershey
Janet Hopkins
The Spirit Fund
Each year, Charleston Day School receives gifts honoring the lives, accomplishments and memories of students, alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff and friends of the CDS community. A donation to support CDS is a lasting way to honor friends and family or express care and sympathy, while also impacting the lives of students both now and in the future.
In Memory of Margaret Cramer
Cmdr. Erich H. Cramer
In Memory of Richard M. Cutler
Mr. and Mrs. Charles F. Baarcke III
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar S. Jaycocks, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Telfair Parker
Mr. and Mrs. Chatham T. Rowe
In Honor of Mrs. Mary Huger deSaussure
Ann deSaussure Biondi
Mr. and Mrs. Charlton deSaussure III
In Honor of Mrs. Barbara S. Dotterer
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar S. Jaycocks, Jr.
In Memory of Mr. Caleb D. Fisher
Dr. Jennifer L. Fouquette
Ms. Evelyn Ladue
In Memory of Mrs. Nancy G. Harley
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar S. Jaycocks, Jr.
In Memory of Mr. Robert H. Hood, Sr.
Mrs. Patricia C. Alexander
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Allen
Alec Syslinger Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. F. Daniel Batten III
Dr. and Mrs. William Buchanan, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Buyck, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Philip W. Cotton
Mr. and Mrs. Gaillard T. Dotterer, Jr.
Mr. P.M. Duffy
Federation of Defense and Corporate Council, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Johnson, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Todd B. Kuhl
Mr. and Mrs. O. Edworth Liipfert, Jr.
Mrs. David Maybank, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. William L. Otis, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Telfair H. Parker
Philip O’Neill Hanvey
Memorial Fund
Dr. and Mrs. James M. Ravenel, Sr.
Dr. and Mrs. Edmund Rhett
Mr. and Mrs. Randal Robinson
Mr. Michael A. Scardato
Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Simons
Mr. and Mrs. G. Dana Sinkler
Mr. Michael E. Woods
In Memory of Mr. Louis T. Parker, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Johnson, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. G. Dana Sinkler
In Memory of Mac Moncus
Leslie J. Moncus
In Memory of Mrs. Dottie Rhett
Rev. Dr. William P. Rhett, Jr.
In Memory of Bill & Connie Timmons and In Honor of Neel & Brooks Erdman
The H. Neel and Scott Timmons Hipp Foundation
In Honor of Mrs. Cheryl Waddell
Mrs. Heidi S. Whaley
Elliott Street (continued)
Reeves and Billy Howard
Jane N. Hughes
Hattie Hughes
Cissy and Pete Hutchinson
Lindsay and Thomas Hutto
Marietta Juillard
Mr. ad Mrs. Edgar S. Jaycocks, Jr.
Johnston Family
Alden E. Knowlton
Michael and Ellen Kratz
Eleanor and Todd Kuhl
Beach Kuhl
Sarah Kuhl
Ms. Evelyn Ladue
Evelyn Ladue
Brigitte Morin
Carson Lucas
Jacquelin and Garland Lynn
Christina and Jim Mahaffey
Lucy Manuel
Jane and David Manuel
Jean M. Martin
Mr. & Mrs. Ethan Mauldin
R. Darren McCants
O. Gates McCants
Mr. and Mrs. David B. McCormack
Virginia McCormack
Mr. and Mrs. W. Scott McGinness
Joseph H. Miller V
Laura Miller
Abbott Mims
Hudson Mims
Michael and Marlene Mischner
Nicole and Adam Nevill
Brent Newer
Nadine Oelsner
Greg and Allison O’Melia
Lee and Thomas Otis
Kaitlin Pace
Shannon Page
Andrew Parker
Mr. And Mrs. Felix C. Pelzer
Arthur and Magda Pelzer
Pledgeling Foundation
Townsend Porter
Virginia McPhearson and William Pruett
John and Patsy Ratterree
Dr. and Mrs. James M. Ravenel
Mary Ellen Reese
Tom and Ann Reid
Gregg Revak
Sallie and John Robinson
Kitty and Randal Robinson
Caroline and Russell Robinson
Chatham and Caroline Cutler Rowe
Shantel Russell
Sister and Don Rutledge
Hannah Salters
Mr. Michael A. Scardato
Peggy Pringle Schachte
Kerie Beth and Jake Scott
Nicole Sharpe
Jackson Shealy
Graham B. Shortridge
Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Simons
Keller Smith
Park B. Smith III
Beverly Lane Smith
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Steele
Benjamin Steele
Paul and Sara Stephenson
Griffin M. Stiegman
Jorie and Jason Stryker
Sarah H Sullivan
Donia and Barry Teagle
Andrew R. Tew
Alix Robinson Tew
Caroline Thornton
Caitlin and Chris Tobin
Garnet M. Tobin
Pierson R. Tobin
Julie Tonks
Louisa Trouche
Margaret Todd and Clark Truluck
Elisa Bennett von Marschall
Mr. and Mrs. O. von Werssowetz
Cheryl Waddell
Martha Middleton Wallace
Gigi Wallace
Wills Walldorf
Chris Wascom
Jackie Weber
Heidi S. Whaley
Mr. and Mrs. Travis Whetzel
Dean Williams
Andy Willits
Dr. and Mrs. William C. Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Woods
Micah Yoder
Sarah and Simmons Young
Anne Young
Callie Zhao
Spring Cocktail Party
We are always thrilled to welcome families who donated at the 1937 Circle level or above to our Spring Cocktail Party on the CDS rooftop terrace. Thank you to the many current and past parents, grandparents, and friends for their philanthropic support!
Grandparent Giving
The following names reflect donations given from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 and grandchildren enrolled during those dates.
Cheri and Chipper Allen
Gibbes Allen ‘24, Grier ‘25 and Walker ‘28 Allen
James and Christine Angelos
Paul '28 and Charles Angelos ‘30
Natalia Anisovich
Ellie Haviazheu ‘31
The Austin Memorial Foundation
Ellen Smith ‘24
Rick and Caroline Baarcke
Charlie ‘26, Jack ‘29 and Harrison ‘32 Baarcke
Steve & Cheryl Banas
George ‘28 and Wells ‘31 Banas
Susan and Dan Batten
Teddy Batten ‘25
Mr. and Mrs. Craig M. Bennett, Jr.
Charlotte ‘27 and Elizabeth ‘31 Freer, Caroline ‘28 and John ‘30 Robinson
William and Jacquelin Bennett
Kathleen Lynn ‘26
Rosy and Dale Blessing
Lydia Blessing ‘25
Mrs. Richard Lauren Booth
Jayne Fraser Shiver ‘31
Scottie and Richard Bowers
Emmet ‘24 and Annie ‘26 Liipfert
Don and Joan Brown
Finn ‘27 and Hudson ‘29 Brown
Dr. and Mrs. Alton G. Brown Jr.
Charlie Andrews ‘27
Dr. and Mrs. William Buchanan
Sam Rowe ‘24
Margaret Buck
Willis Cantey ‘26
Campbell and Donald Burton
Will Martin ‘25
Christopher and Janet Call
Walter Best ‘31
Ellen and Bill Chapman
Buster ‘29 and William ‘31 Chapman
Sara and Donnie Chapman
Coleman Skeen ‘32
William and Anne Cleveland
Ceny Stokenberry ‘31
Lisa Cornwell
Cate ‘25 and Duncan ‘25 Grant, Cooper ‘30 and Ella ‘32 Stone
Ann and Phil Cotton
John Cotton ‘29
Mary deSaussure Cutler
Charlie ‘26, Jack ‘29 and Harrison ‘32 Baarcke, Ellie Rowe ‘30
Susan and Doug David
Margot ‘27 and Win ‘30 David
Jane and Hunter deButts
Lydia Blessing ‘25
Gaynell K. Dixon
Grier ‘25 and Walker ‘28 Allen
Barbara and Harry England
Marie Adele ‘25 and Tommy ‘26 England
Jane Fleischer
Charlie ‘31 and Max ‘31 Fitzhenry
Roberta and Robin Freer
Charlotte ‘27 and Elizabeth ‘31 Freer
Mr. and Mrs. J. Michael Grant
Cate ‘25 and Duncan ‘25 Grant, Cooper ‘30 and Ella ‘32 Stone
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Graves
Charlie ‘29 and Caroline ‘31 Graves
Marshall and Lisa Hay
Charlie ‘30 and Hays ‘32 Robinson
Rita Hayes
Scottie Parker ‘25, Hayes ‘25 and Frances ‘28
McLaurin, John ‘27 and Thomas ‘27 Hayes
Richard and Norfleet Herring
Penelope ‘26 and Maisie ‘28 Herring
Mr. and Mrs. John L. Hills
Bowers ‘25 and Ellis ‘31 Cantwell, Baker ‘31 and Caroline ‘32 Hutto
Mr. and Mrs. H. Neel Hipp, Jr.
Neel ‘31 and Brooks ‘32 Erdman
Bern1ie Hood
Burnham Hood ‘26
Pamela and Matthew Hudson
Frederick ‘29 and Fiona ‘32 Mauldin
Jane N. Hughes
Louisa McKie ‘30
Cissy and Pete Hutchinson
Sims ‘30 and Bobby ‘30 Wimberly
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Kunes
Rebecca ‘27 and Elizabeth ‘31 Kunes
Col (R.) and Mrs. John G. Lackey
John Cotton ‘29
Patricia and Jefferson Leath
Charitable Giving Fund
Bryson Stephens ‘31
Susan and Eddie Liipfert
Emmet ‘24 and Annie ‘26 Liipfert
Emily and John Lumpkin
Julien ‘25 and Hutson ‘27 Parker
Mike and Amy Mauldin
Frederick ‘29 and Fiona ‘32 Mauldin
Roberta and Bill McCue
Whit Shealy ‘25
Mr. and Mrs. W. Scott McGinness, Jr.
Cate ‘25 and Duncan ‘25 Grant
Ms. Nancy W. McGowan
Charlie ‘29 and Caroline ‘31 Graves
Dr. and Mrs. Michael McKay
Hillyer ‘29 and Win ‘32 Loehr
Don and Nancy McVicker
William Wagoner ‘31
Gail M. Miller
Jacob ‘25 and Miller ‘27 Folk
Michael and Marlene Mischner
Camp ‘27 and Sally ‘30 Mischner
Lee J. Moncus
Buster ‘29 and William ‘31 Chapman
Dr. and Mrs. George W. Mozingo
Logan ‘27 and Hudson ‘29 Mozingo
Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Padgett
Braddock Chastain ‘26
Dr. and Mrs. Telfair H. Parker
Scottie Parker ‘25, Julien ‘25 and Hutson ‘27
Parker, Ren ‘25 and Addie ‘27 Clark
Cozy Pelzer
Frances Pelzer ‘27, Cole Pelzer ‘28
Virginia McPhearson and William Pruett
Frances Pelzer ‘27
John and Patsy Ratterree
Anderson Shortridge ‘26
Hal and Shannon Ravenel
Henry Dollens ‘27
Dr. and Mrs. James M. Ravenel
Elizabeth ‘26 and Louise ‘30 Hammond
Gregg and Sandra Revak
Theo Johnston ‘30
Sally and Edmund Rhett
Ford Fayard ‘31
Joseph and Lisa Rice
Beckett Ervin ‘30
William and Amy Rich
Penelope ‘26 and Maisie ‘28 Herring
Jerry and Carolyn Robinson
Caroline ‘28 and John ‘30 Robinson
Leigh Rowe and Tommy Kerns
Ellie Rowe ‘30
Mr. William G. Rudisill
Liam ‘28 and Caleb ‘30 Rudisill
Sharon and Ron Shealy
Whit Shealy ‘25
Kenneth and Linda Shortridge
Anderson Shortridge ‘26
Robert and Wilhelmina Smalls
Torrin Robinson ‘25
Dr. and Mrs. C.D. Smith III
Ellen ‘24 Smith
Dewitt and Cindy Smith
Devereux Stoddard ‘30
Wayne and Corrine Stone
Cooper ‘30 and Ella ‘32 Stone
Susanne Trainer
Eugenia ‘25 and Lawrence ‘28 Burtschy, Bryson Stephens ‘31
Dr. and Mrs. Perry E. Trouche
Perry Trouche ‘21
The Walker Family
Charitable Giving Fund
Perry Trouche ‘21
Mr. and Mrs. Bradish J. Waring
John Caughman ‘32
Gateway Giving
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Class of 1946
Mrs. Mary Huger deSaussure
Class of 1948
Mr. Robert C. Johnson Sr.
Class of 1950
Dr. Robert Wilson Jr.
Class of 1952
Mr. William J. Gibbs
Class of 1953
Mrs. Emily Whipple
Class of 1956
Mrs. Leslie Townsend Rutledge
Mrs. Margaret Street Wilson
Dr. William C. Wilson, Sr.
Class of 1958
Mrs. Gabriella Lewis Brown
Class of 1959
Mrs. Jacquelin Stevenson Bennett
Mrs. Frances Voigt Geer
Mrs. Elizabeth Barkley Ravenel
Class of 1960
Mrs. Anne de la Morandiere Cooper
Class of 1961
Ms. K. Porter Aichele
Dr. Telfair H. Parker
Ms. Margaret Pringle Schachte
Class of 1962
Mrs. Barbara Pringle Claypoole
Mrs. Sarah Aichele Rhett
Mr. Henry Smythe Jr.
Class of 1964
Mrs. Anabel Smith Bowen
Mr. Bradley G. Clary
Class of 1966
Mrs. Emmie Aichele Dawson
Class of 1967
Mr. Craig M. Bennett Jr.
Mrs. Emily Small Ramsay
Class of 1969
Mr. Edward G. R. Bennett
Mrs. Jane Stoney Cook
Mrs. Mary deSaussure Cutler
Mr. Henry B. Gregorie III
Class of 1970
Mrs. Alix Robinson Tew
Class of 1972
Mrs. Virginia Dawson Lane
Alumni Giving
Class of 1975
Mrs. Elizabeth Kirkland Cahill
Mr. David Maybank III
Class of 1976
Mr. D. Maybank Hagood
Mr. Edward K. Pritchard III
Class of 1977
Mr. Gaillard T. Dotterer Jr.
Mr. Francis G. Johnson
Mr. Richard D. Marks III
Class of 1978
Ms. Burnam Eubank
Class of 1981
Mrs. Garden Frampton Blincow
Mr. Edward Kronsberg
Class of 1982
Mrs. Laurin Mulherin Shealy
Class of 1984
Mrs. Elizabeth Applegate Dieck
Mr. Harry L. Johnson II
Mr. William E. Martin III
Mr. C. Donovan Smith IV
Class of 1985
Mrs. Eleanor Moore Kuhl
Mrs. Martha M. Wallace
Mr. J. Rutledge Young III
Class of 1986
Dr. Anne Hanahan Blessing
Ms. Marianne Gaillard Clare
Mr. Felix C. Pelzer Jr.
Class of 1987
Mrs. Zoë Leath Stephens
Class of 1988
Mrs. Emmie Gaillard Hershey
Mr. Telfair H. Parker Jr.
Mr. Arthur C. Pelzer
Class of 1989
Mr. John L. Cotton
Mrs. Caroline Pinckney Fitzgerald
Class of 1990
Mr. Frank Daniel Batten IV
Mr. Andrew F. Parker
Mrs. Sarah Moise Young
Mr. Simons W. Young
Class of 1991
Mr. Charles Ailstock
Mr. E. Cuyler Applegate II
Mrs. Eugenia Leath Burtschy
Mr. James B. Folk
Mr. James B. Hood
Mrs. Harriott Lumpkin Parker
Mrs. Elizabeth McCue Shealy
Mrs. Meg Cleveland Stokenberry
Class of 1992
Mrs. Jacquelin Bennett Lynn
Ms. Helen Ravenel
Class of 1993
Mrs. Gabriella Brown Andrews
Mr. Matthew Cochrane-Logan
Mr. John C. Grant
Mr. Howard W. Taylor
Class of 1994
Mrs. Mary Cutler Baarcke
Mr. Joshua P. Cantwell
Mrs. Katherine Parker Clark
Mr. David H. Kunes
Ms. Mary Ramsay Ludwick
Mr. Benjamin J. Steele
Class of 1995
Mr. Robert C. Helms
Mrs. Alexandra Mack Macon
Mr. Alexander W. Ramsay
Mrs. Elizabeth Grant Stone
Class of 1996
Mrs. Sallie Bennett Robinson
Class of 1997
Mrs. Katherine P. Coleman
Mrs. Kathryn Rhett Fayard
Mrs. Katherine Bennett Freer
Mrs. Julia Darling Gore
Mrs. Anne McGowan Graves
Ms. Laura Harley
Mrs. Carson Levitan Lucas
Mrs. Jean McDowell Martin
Mrs. Mary Neill Hagood McKie
Mr. Elliott H. Merck
Mr. Park B. Smith III
Miss Beverly Lane Smith
Mrs. Marshall Baarcke Wyker
Class of 1998
Mrs. Molly Waring Caughman
Class of 1999
Mr. Andrew C. Hagood
Mr. Perry E. Trouche Jr.
Class of 2000
Mr. Charlton deSaussure III
Dr. Steffi Cerato Galvin
Ms. Alden E. Knowlton
Ms. Virginia S. McCormack
Mr. J. R. Pelzer
Class of 2001
Ms. Sarah D. Adams
Mr. Edward G. Bennett Jr.
Mr. Craig M. Bennett III
Mrs. Sarah Rose Johnson
Mrs. Blair Chesnut McGuire
Mrs. Caroline Cutler Rowe
Mr. Andrew Tew
Class of 2002
Mrs. Elizabeth Darling Barnett
Mrs. Frances deSaussure Murray
Mr. Townsend D. Porter
Class of 2003
Mrs. Elisa Bennett von Marschall
Class of 2004
Mrs. Ann deSaussure Biondi
Mrs. Alexandra B. Carrick
Mrs. Susannah N. Darby
Class of 2005
Mrs. Lily Greenberg Becht
Ms. Caroline Thornton
Class of 2007
Mr. Joseph H. Miller V
Class of 2008
Mrs. Hattie Johnson Hughes
Mrs. Caroline Hagood Patrick
Sting's Scorpion Club
(Young Alumni within the last 15 years)
Class of 2009
Mrs. María del Pilar Uribe Dola
Class of 2012
Miss Madeline L. Kuhn
Class of 2013
Mr. Philip E. Kuhn
Class of 2015
Mr. Charles T. Cahill
Class of 2016
Miss Isabelle N. Boulware
Miss Louisa R. Kuhn
Class of 2018
Mr. Clay W. Hershey, Jr.
Miss Lucy A. Manuel
Ms. Anne M. Young
Class of 2019
Mr. Thomas M. Boulware VII
Mr. Benjamin B. Kuhl
Mr. Roger D. McCants Jr.
Mr. Pierson R. Tobin
Class of 2020
Miss Sarah R. Kuhl
Mr. William T. H. Mims
Class of 2021
Mr. Thomas G. Hershey
Miss Oliver G. McCants
Miss Garnet M. Tobin
Thank You, Scorpions 2024 Alumni Giving Week
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are pleased to announce that we surpassed our goal of reaching 100 donors in 100 hours AND our goal of $19,370 during our fifth Alumni Giving Week.
Class of 2022
Miss Georgia C. England
Mr. William J. Shealy
Class of 2023
Miss Henrietta T. Hershey
Mr Edward G. Mims
Mr. Graham B. Shortridge
Mr. Dean C. Williams
Class of 2024
Mr. Gibbes Allen
Mr. Will Altman
Miss Bea Anderson
Mr. Ethan Black
Miss Bella Catlett-Fernandez
Mr. Liam Danielson
Miss Gretchen Dawson
Miss True Dieck
Miss Leland Elliott
Mr. Burns Hamilton
Miss Lilla Hand
Mr. Liam Howard
Miss BB Kirk
Mr. Reed Lesemann
Mr. Emmet Liipfert
Mr. Braylen Manigault
Miss Emily Manuel
Miss Sophie Picard
Mr. Sam Rowe
Miss Ellen Smith
Miss Ragan Stryker
Miss Neely Thomas
Mr. Wills Walldorf
Stay tuned for Spring 2025 Alumni Week!
Amount Raised: $23,598
Number of Donations: 115
Class with the Most Donors: 1997 with 12 donors
Class that Raised the Most: also 1997 with $3,500 raised
Number of Challenges: 2 challenges - both beat! Who Won - Red or Blue? Blue Team
CAMPUS CANDIDS
1. 8th graders, Torrin and Lydia, sign the Honor Code book. They have been signing the book each year since 5th grade. Their signature is a commitment to the school to be honest and truthful and hold others to the same standard.
2. 3rd graders drop parachutes off the balcony at 17 Archdale to demonstrate air resistance.
3. Mary Read takes a turn sharing with her 1st grade class during morning meeting.
4. Kindergartener, Liam, practices reading with a fuzzy friend.
5. 7th grade students play Speed Ball during PE class. It’s a cross between soccer, basketball, and football.
6. Students donate high need items like diapers and paper towels during our relief drive for Hurricane Helene in early October.
7. 6th graders pose for a photo with Chef Keith.
8. 2nd grader, Elle, sneaks into this photo with her 4th grade brother and his classmates.
9. Cole, 5th grade, shakes hands as he meets his “little”, Hendrix, 1st grade, for the first time. This pair will build a special friendship during the next four years as part of our Bigs and Littles program.
Bequests and other planned gifts have a lasting impact on Charleston Day and serve as a continuing source of support. The correct plan balances what you wish to accomplish for yourself, your family and your charitable interests in your overall estate and financial plans. There are innovative and creative ways to include Charleston Day School in your plan. To learn more about giving strategies that allow you to make a meaningful charitable gift, please contact the Advancement Office at 843.266.9798 or Mary.Baarcke@charlestonday.org.
Upcoming 2024 Dates to Remember
November 12-14 Donuts with a Grown-Up
November 19 Admissions Open House
November 22 K-2 Thanksgiving Programs
November 25-29 Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December 16 Grades 3-5 Holiday Program
December 17 Grades K-2 Holiday Program
December 20 Holiday Break Begins
