The Gateway Fall 2024

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A P U B L I C AT I O N O F C H A R L E S TO N DAY S C H O O L

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The Value of a Handshake

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A Culinary Competition

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Alumni Spotlight

S CH OLARSHIP | INTEGR I TY | R ES P EC T | R ES P ONS I BI L I TY

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ANNUAL REPORT FALL 2024

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

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THE VALUE OF A HANDSHAKE

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PARENTS' COUNCIL

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GRADUATION SPOTLIGHT

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AWARDS AND ACCOLADES

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FOOD FIGHT: A CULINARY COMPETITION

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: JOHN COOPER FOWLER III ‘17

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ALUMNI NEWS

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EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARD

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THE FIELDING PLAYGROUND

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NOTES FROM THE BOARD

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2023-2024 ANNUAL REPORT THE GATEWAY CONTRIBUTORS Mary Baarcke Barbara Beachley Tim Coffey Corie Hipp

Jamie Hood Christina Mahaffey Caitlin Tobin

Thanks also to several faculty, staff members, and parents for contributing photos and content.

On the cover: Teddy Batten, Eugenia Burtschy, and Whit Shealy speak with Aarti Sequeira, Food Network celebrity chef and master of bceremonies, at the “Food Fight” competition last spring.

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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

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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.

Mr. Wascom shakes Torrin Robinson’s hand during his recognition for outstanding community service at morning assembly.

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.

Mrs. Skeen helps introduce students to Ms. Beachley on the first day of school.

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.”

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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!”

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.”

Mrs. Davis and the 3rd graders invent fun variations of friendly handshakes as part of the Responsive Classroom approach.

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.

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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.

(L to R) Claire Byrd, Jayne Shiver, Claire Loehr, Leslie Chapman, and Alex Andrews prep teacher appreciation flower arrangements.

(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.

President Ashley Rawl

Faculty Appreciation Alex Andrews, Jayne Shiver

Vice President Leslie Chapman

Field Day Bliss Lansing, Aemelia Mauldin

Special Projects, Pop-Up Shop, Spirit Wear Katye Fayard, Corie Hipp

Treasurer Meredith Sharma

Used Uniforms Laura Greaver, Beverly Helms

Vice Treasurer Sarah Best

Spirit Days Claire Byrd, Nicole Neville, Meg Stokenberry

Field Day Chairs, Bliss Lansing (left) and Aemelia Mauldin (right) organize volunteers at Field Day.

WELCOME 2024–2025 Parents’ Council Chairs

Back to School Social Eugenia Burtschy, Cindy Hayes, Molly Waring, Halloween Carnival Maggie Clark, Jessica Johnston Bingo Night Megan Belniak, Claire Loehr, Kim Ralph 4

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Special Projects, Scorp’s Den Jill Fitzhenry, Megan Mozingo

Special Projects, Fundraising Projects Mary Neill McKie Special Projects, Greenery Sales Katherine Clark, Jacki Stocker, Margaret Todd Truluck

The 2024-25 Parents’ Council President, Ashley Rawl (left) and Vice President, Leslie Chapman (right)

Back-To-School Social The CDS Parents’ Council hosted its annual Back-to-School Social on the playground in early September.

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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.

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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 girls basketball games at recess, playing huge games of to this extremely special day for our class. While this manhunt on class trips, and showing up to support each may seem like just another class from CDS, this group of other at basketball games; we became a true Charleston soon-to-be graduates is unique. Having experienced a lot Day class. Most of our bonding came from basketball, of change during our time at Charleston an important part of CDS that can not Day, we are closer than ever. Despite be mentioned without talking about all of the change our class has endured, Miss Loretta, who we sadly lost a few 17 of us have been here all eight years, “We know each other’s months ago. Her values of kindness and and all 24 of us have been here since the supporting each other definitely rubbed likes and dislikes, hopes off on each and every one of us. She will fifth grade. With 177 total years shared under the same roof at 15 Archdale and fears, and everything be deeply missed but will continue to Street, we have grown from strangers be an inspiration and make an impact in between.” to friends and from friends to family. on our grade and school. Her constant appearances at so many home games -Wills Walldorf While it’s difficult to sum up this grade left a lasting impression on our grade. and who we are, the best representation For this reason, the class of 2024’s gift for us is unity. Ironically, the large amount to the school will be a new scorer’s of students leaving led to our class coming together. We table and matching chair in her honor. That way began doing more activities together and bonded in a we can keep her spirit at all of our home games. way that we didn’t know we could. Through boys versus continued on page 8

Mrs. Hawkins, senior faculty member, opens the 2024 graduation ceremony.

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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

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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*

Episcopal High School

Oceanside Collegiate Academy

Ashley Hall*

First Baptist School

Palmetto Scholars Academy*

Bishop England High School*

James Island Charter High School IB Program

Porter-Gaud School*

Charleston Charter School for Math and Science* Christ School

Lucy Beckham High School*

Saint Mary’s School* Summerville High School

McCallie School *matriculation

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2023-2024 CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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

Marcia E. West Technology Award: William Leroy Howard III Established in 1998 to recognize particular excellence in computers.

Class of 2020 College Bound Faisal Al Gadban Jack Bergren Jane Blessing Teddy Brisson Michael Catlett-Fernandez Markus Christiansen Simons Collins Keenan Cummings Rena DeScherer Garrett Dieck Haynes Elliott Catherine Hagood Eliza Halford Lawton Harper Henry Hastings Thomas Hastings Ava Kempinksi

University of South Carolina Florida State University University of Miami UNC Chapel Hill Honors University of South Carolina Macalester College University of South Carolina Honors Wofford College University of Vermont University of South Carolina University of Mississippi University of Mississippi University of South Carolina US Naval Academy College of Charleston Gap Year to Panama University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business

Jack Kerr Sarah Kuhl Catherine Lapointe Cliffie Manuel Luke McAlister Hudson Mims Wylly Molten Henry Ramsey Margaret Richardson Isabella Ryan Anna Sinkler Margaret Smith Fiona Yang Henry Young

The Citadel University of Southern California CEGEP program in Canada Washington and Lee University Clemson University University of South Carolina Denison University College of Charleston University of Mississippi Bucknell University Colorado College Auburn University Not available at time of publication University of South Carolina Capstone Scholar

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FOOD FIGHT!

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

Benefits of Culinary Skills

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.

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.

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.”

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“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: • • •

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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.

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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 FALL 2024

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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.

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Cooper 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.

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.

Cooper and his 8th grade class on their Washington DC trip.

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.

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!

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.

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~80 miles biked each day (135 miles longest day from West Yellowstone, MT to Jackson, WY)

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Biked through 12 states

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Trip took 60 days

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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.)

Cooper regularly shared updates on his trip through a dedicated Instagram account.

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BEYOND THE GATES

Alumni News Class of 1996

Class of 2015

Richard Cutler and his wife, Courtney, welcomed their 2nd son, Henry deSaussure Cutler, on June 2nd. Henry joins a very proud big brother, Sam.

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 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 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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Alumni News Continued

Class of 2021

Class of 2018

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.

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 2023

Class of 2020

Jackson Thomas posed with his dad at Lawrenceville School where Jackson is a current student, and his dad is an alum.

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

Former CDS classmates snapped a group picture on College T-Shirt Day at Porter-Gaud.

Future Scorpions New Beginnings

Susannah Nelson Darby '04 Baby Hopson

Charlton deSaussure '00 Baby Dan, and big brother, Charlton

Christina Oelsner Neal '07 Baby Lawson

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.

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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.

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Miss Loretta during the 2018 Faculty v 8th Grade Basketball game

CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL

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)

Top: Mrs. Hawkins leads the kindergarten in songs about friendship Bottom Left: Katherine Kuszmaul, Heidi Whaley, and Barbara Dotterer 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 with her husband and puppy

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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Excellence in Teaching Award 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.

Ms. Beachley congratulates Mrs. Smith.

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.

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Mrs. Smith’s family joined her to celebrate her honor at Monday assembly.

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.

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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.”

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Mrs. Smith works with her students during morning calendar time.

CAMPUS ENHANCEMENTS

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.

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From the Chair, Board of Trustees

2024-2025 Board of Trustees

Dear CDS Families, Friends and Supporters,

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

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.

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(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

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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

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.

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

Members of the CDS Leadership Team greet former Board members as they arrive.

Attendees mingle before sitting down to lunch.

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

Current and former Board members have a chance to talk about CDS priorities.

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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.

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repeat donors and 30 of those donors increased their contributions from FY23

donors gave at the 1937 Circle ($1,937) or higher

$607,000 raised for Gateway Giving from over 425 donors

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.

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2023-24 ANNUAL REPORT

*Figures based on pledges and donations made between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.

CHARLESTON DAY SCHOOL

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

Your Giving SUPPORTS Power of Belonging and an All-Inclusive Tuition Campus Enhancements Teachers as Life-Long Learners Connected Classrooms and Technologies

Charleston Day School

Financial Information 2023-2024

2024 Expenses 55% Salaries & Benefits 19% Facilities 18% Instruction &

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2024 Revenues 71% Tuition & Fees 18% Contributions 8% Investment

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Giving by Level The following names reflect donations given from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

Leadership Circle $25,000 and above

Head’s Society $2,500 - $4,999

Todd and Jessica Aaron Grier and Elizabeth Allen The Clyde and Summer Anderson Foundation The Guffey Family Mr. and Mrs. David H. Kunes Meg and Jordan Phillips

Judith Foley Arnstein Shane & Rachel Ayotte 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

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

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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. 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

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 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 2023-24 ANNUAL REPORT

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Endowment and Scholarship Funds

State Street (continued) Mr. and Mrs. John Winthrop

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

Gifts-in-Kind 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

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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

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 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

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

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. William L. Otis, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Allen Dr. and Mrs. Telfair H. Parker Alec Syslinger Foundation Philip O’Neill Hanvey Mr. and Mrs. F. Daniel Batten III Memorial Fund Dr. and Mrs. William Buchanan, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. James M. Ravenel, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Buyck, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Edmund Rhett Mr. and Mrs. Philip W. Cotton Mr. and Mrs. Randal Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Gaillard T. Dotterer, Jr. Mr. Michael A. Scardato Mr. P.M. Duffy Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Simons Federation of Defense and Mr. and Mrs. G. Dana Sinkler Corporate Council, Inc. Mr. Michael E. Woods Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Johnson, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Todd B. Kuhl Mr. and Mrs. O. Edworth Liipfert, Jr. Mrs. David Maybank, Jr. 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 2023-24 ANNUAL REPORT

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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 30

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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

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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!

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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 32

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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

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Alumni Giving 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 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 1966 Mrs. Emmie Aichele Dawson

Class of 1988 Mrs. Emmie Gaillard Hershey Mr. Telfair H. Parker Jr. Mr. Arthur C. Pelzer

Class of 1967 Mr. Craig M. Bennett Jr. Mrs. Emily Small Ramsay

Class of 1989 Mr. John L. Cotton Mrs. Caroline Pinckney Fitzgerald

Class of 1969 Mr. Edward G. R. Bennett Mrs. Jane Stoney Cook Mrs. Mary deSaussure Cutler Mr. Henry B. Gregorie III

Class of 1990 Mr. Frank Daniel Batten IV Mr. Andrew F. Parker Mrs. Sarah Moise Young Mr. Simons W. Young

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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

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 2004 Mrs. Ann deSaussure Biondi Mrs. Alexandra B. Carrick Mrs. Susannah N. Darby

Class of 2019 Mr. Thomas M. Boulware VII Mr. Benjamin B. Kuhl Mr. Roger D. McCants Jr. Mr. Pierson R. Tobin

Class of 2005 Mrs. Lily Greenberg Becht Ms. Caroline Thornton

Class of 2020 Miss Sarah R. Kuhl Mr. William T. H. Mims

Class of 2007 Mr. Joseph H. Miller V

Class of 2021 Mr. Thomas G. Hershey Miss Oliver G. McCants Miss Garnet M. Tobin

Class of 2008 Mrs. Hattie Johnson Hughes Mrs. Caroline Hagood Patrick

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

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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.

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!

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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.

3rd graders drop parachutes off the balcony at 17 Archdale to demonstrate air resistance.

Mary Read takes a turn sharing with her 1st grade class during morning meeting.

Kindergartener, Liam, practices reading with a fuzzy friend.

7th grade students play Speed Ball during PE class. It’s a cross between soccer, basketball, and football.

Students donate high need items like diapers and paper towels during our relief drive for Hurricane Helene in early October.

6th graders pose for a photo with Chef Keith.

2nd grader, Elle, sneaks into this photo with her 4th grade brother and his classmates.

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.

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equests 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.

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15 Archdale Street | Charleston, SC 29401

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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

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