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LATIN Spring 2022 • Charlotte Latin School

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GRADE 3 CREATES PODCAST SERIES ON IMMIGRATION Lower School Feature Groups of students expertly interviewed two dozen Latin employees. They recorded the interviews and compiled them into an impressive podcast titled “Do you know…?”

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CELEBRATE LATIN The Most Successful Ever With mere weeks to show time, and Omicron numbers peaking, the in-person event was canceled. But that did not stop innovative and energetic volunteers from making it the most successful event ever.

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THE MAN FOR THE JOB Fletcher Gregory Retires Thirty-one years, and many roles later, Associate Head and CFO retires in June.

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MEET ERICA MOORE Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Erica Moore joins Charlotte Latin School in July 2022. Join us to learn a bit more about Moore’s stories and her work.

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SUNNY’S LEGACY An Endowment in Memory of Sunny Harris Hutchinson ’93 So that all might know the friend, student, athlete, and person Sunny was, the Harris family established Sunny’s Legacy Endowment in her memory.

On the cover: Lower School students spent weeks creating a mural in the collage style of visiting artist/ author Oge Mora. Mora’s visit was made possible by the collaborative efforts of LAA, the Lower School Library, and the Visual Arts Department. The vibrant, permanent mural hangs near Shelton Hall.

Read more in Under the Covered Walkways.

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School Leadership ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM Charles D. Baldecchi, Head of School Todd Ballaban, Head of Middle School Joanne O. Beam, Director of Philanthropy Susan Carpenter, Director of Marketing and Communications David Gatoux, Director of Athletics Fletcher H. Gregory III, Associate Head and Chief Financial Officer James Huffaker, Chief Technology Officer Beth Lucas, Director of Human Resources Mary Yorke Oates ’83, Director of Admissions Mark Tayloe, Head of Lower School Sonja L. Taylor, Assistant Head of School for K–12 Curriculum and Instruction, Equity, and Strategic Initiatives Lawrence Wall, Head of Upper School

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Denny S. O’Leary ’90, Chair Michael D. Freno, Vice Chair R. Mitchell Wickham ’87, Treasurer Courtney P. Hyder, Secretary Irm R. Bellavia Phil C. Colaco John D. Comly Mary Katherine DuBose Adaora A. Eruchalu Debbie S. Frail ’88 Donald S. Gately Israel K. Gorelick (Rael) Joy M. Kenefick Karim Lokas John T. McCoy Kristin M. Middendorf A. Coy Monk IV Uma N. O’Brien David A. Shuford Michelle A. Thornhill

EX-OFFICIO Charles D. Baldecchi, Head of School Fletcher H. Gregory III, Associate Head & CFO Tara Lebda, 2021–22 Parents’ Council President Paige Ford ‘06, 2021–22 Alumni Governing Board President

Upper School Musical, Bright Star, March 2022

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MAGAZINE

LATIN Charlotte Latin School • Spring 2022

EDITOR

Courtney Oates

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Susan Carpenter

DIGITAL MEDIA MANAGER

April Baker

DESIGNER

Monty Todd

CONTRIBUTORS

Sally Gray Smith ’82 Director of Alumni Relations Meredith Kembert Nunn ’98 Alumni Relations Manager

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by Charlotte Latin School for students, alumni, parents, grandparents, employees, and friends of the school.

Please send address corrections to: Office of Philanthropy Charlotte Latin School 9502 Providence Road Charlotte, NC 28277

Or by email to louise.acer@charlottelatin.org

Photography by

April Baker, St. John Photography, Kaila Gottschling, Abbe McCracken, and Rusty Williams

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ell, that was quite a winter. Spring is finally in full swing, and this is good news! I can’t wait for you to read this issue of Latin Magazine. It, too, is chock full of GOOD NEWS and things we love. Despite the hurdles and pivots of the past 24 months, I have been reflecting on what the Latin community means to me lately, and I want to share some of that with you here.

I love watching our students and how they react, behave, and become the fabric of Latin. Each day is full of surprise, recognition, discovery, and wonder. It is palpable as I walk through the campus, visiting classrooms to observe, assist, and partake in the experience.

I love the spectacular artwork that adorns our spaces. How many other K–12 schools can boast the student talent or outdoor sculptures and gardens (some even designed by students) like ours? It’s pretty special. Every year, our students receive numerous accolades for their work — a testament to the depth and strength of our Visual Arts program.

Have you walked through the Performing Arts Center and heard a snippet of Wagner? Or Mozart?

Have you been lucky enough to witness students practicing for our beloved Grandparents’ Day or the Upper School Musical Bright Star?

What I love most about these examples is that they can only take place if school is in session and in person. As I write this, our campus is abuzz with life. I love that. I deeply value the work and collaboration it takes to make that happen.

I love talking to parents, hearing your stories, and connecting through our shared commitment to educating children. That is a powerful bond with a measurable outcome — graduation (which will be here before we know it). It may seem that the annual cycle feels routine to those of us who repeat the steps each year, but it isn’t. Not at all. The milestones are notable and exciting. Every grade and every child is to be celebrated. That’s what I love about working in education.

Especially here.

I was both an English and an economics major. The educator in me sees all these things above and appreciates them, but the businessman knows that a Latin education is a significant investment that compounds over a lifetime. While we don’t have annual percentage returns like other investment vehicles, we do have our alumni as our measure. How great is that business model? Charlotte Latin graduates are fantastic human beings. They are kind, thoughtful, and empathetic, known for their success as people, regardless of their career choice.

Some other good things at Latin? There are so many it is impossible to give a comprehensive reply.

While writing this list, however, and thinking about gratitude, our Founders, and the people with whom I interact daily, my love of this place grew even more. I didn’t know that was possible.

What’s on your list?

With gratitude for a job I love,

Chuck Baldecchi Head of School

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Some other things I love about Latin: • Friday Football Games • Homecoming Pep Rally • Alumni Celebrations • Supporting a Latin family’s business • Concert in the Stadium • Lower School Soar Days • Coffees with Chuck • Parents’ Council meetings • Greeting kids and parents in carpool • Passing a Bye-Bye Buggy full of Nest littles • Reading in TK • My colleagues • Your children • Middle School Service Days • Grandparents’ Day • Teaching • Learning • Community • Lunches with seniors • Birthday breakfasts with colleagues

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Feature

Do you know…?

Thank you to Kelly Willis and Maggie Shamblin for leading this invaluable project and their contributions to this story.

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Grade 3 Creates Podcast Series on Immigration

The busiest day in the history of the Ellis Island Registry Room was April 17, 1907. On that day, more than 11,000 immigrants were processed. Their dreams were simple: they wanted to put down roots, be free, and raise their families as Americans. In 2022, the process and the term itself seem antiquated, like the images and experiences of our European ancestors, yet individuals and families continue to immigrate to the United States in search of these same early 20th Century values. What has changed?

Modern-day immigrants hail from a wider array of home countries and are fluent in English. But students in Grade 3 wanted to understand more.

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n pursuit of this information, and through the collaborative efforts of Grade 3 faculty, the Global Studies office, the Lower School Library, and the Educational Technology Department, Grade 3 students tackled every detail of a months-long innovative unit on immigration. Understanding that no two experiences are the same, these groups also knew what perfect resources we have right here on campus. Who better to learn from than a diverse faculty/ staff representing all divisions, departments, and backgrounds? Students tapped their natural, candid

curiosities. They sought answers to essential questions such as, “Why do people move?” and “How can we share stories?” In addition to traditional material, teachers used a mixture of primary sources, children’s literature, and audio and visual resources to widen their perspectives on immigration and migration patterns throughout history and today. They discussed the struggles, successes, and contributions of immigrants and refugees. And in the course of these studies, children generated their own ideas about how to learn about immigration and the best ways to gather and share these stories.

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Middle School substitute teacher Mercedes Horton, from Colombia, is interviewed by third grade friends Leo, Hill, McKenzie, Liam, and Ellen.

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Instructional Team Maggie Shamblin Mary Ellen Reese Meghan Rinehart Sara Best Andria Quintero Kelly Willis

Some of the students’ brave questions: What do you miss the most from your home country?

Were you scared or nervous to move here?

Did your whole family move with you?

Is it hard being an immigrant?

Using a Project-Based Learning framework, teachers guided students to collaboratively curate questions for members of our own faculty and staff who have immigration stories to share. They sought expertise on how to ask good questions, be strong listeners, conduct background research on their interviewees’ heritage, and they witnessed a mock interview. After much preparation (and a bit of trepidation), groups of 3–5 students expertly interviewed two dozen Latin employees. They recorded the interviews and compiled them into an impressive podcast titled “Do you know…?”

Once the podcast was complete, the team created colorful posters, one for each interviewee, which were displayed across campus. As in modern museums and art galleries, the posters included brief details then pointed to the indepth podcast recordings using QR codes.

A thoughtful question one group asked Upper School Spanish teacher Alex Felizzola, “I recently heard that you became a U.S. citizen. Was the test hard?”

Señor Felizzola replied that the test was very hard. It included 100 questions about geography, politics, history, government, and more. He studied every day for two months to prepare for the January 2021 test. The students were in awe of this amount of work by a teacher.

This innovative project expanded the interview process and resulting stories, enabling the audience to hear and feel the distinctive experiences of these equally unique adults. Although the faculty and staff interviewed represent different home countries and heritages, what is very clear in these podcasts, is that together, we all are a part of one Latin family.

Listen to all the podcasts here.

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I already knew Mr. Taye from when his office was in the Lower School, but this showed me a really different side of him. I still have a lot more questions I want to ask him about Ethiopia.”

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– Jack Henson ’31

The students and interviews were excellent.

They were dressed professionally and were really well prepared, with great follow-up questions.”

– Sintayehu Taye, Ethiopia

Interviewees and Home Countries​ Pete Sung/Hong Kong

Xinia Otarola/Costa Rica

Kaila Gottschling/Canada

Rosario Colace/Italy

Amita Farmah/India

Freya Hamilton/Venezuela

Yvonne Turner/Vietnam

Sintayehu Taye/Ethiopia

Matilde Rodriguez/Peru

Vivian Sung/Hong Kong

Mercedes Horton/Colombia

Hugo Caraballo/ Dominican Republic

Joey Prestidge/United Kingdom Tracey Vanneste/South Africa Alex Felizzola/Colombia Jenna Sinclair/Canada Juliana Angel-Alexander/ Colombia

David Reyes Rivera/Puerto Rico Dianne Mackey/Trinidad Chris Brycki/Poland Ephraim Akihola/Togo Renee Gerden/Canada

Guillermo Yepes/Colombia

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Welcome, Erica!

Meet Erica Moore, Director of DEI

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rica Moore joins Charlotte Latin School in July 2022 as our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Moore currently serves as the Director of Faculty Equity and Inclusion and Director of Student Activities at the Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School (MICDS).

No stranger to the Tar Heel state, she spent her elementary through high school years in Fayetteville, North Carolina. “My father was in the military for 31 years, so we had the privilege of living in multiple places.

That experience opened me up to be able to transition, to be able to go into new places and spaces — each time more easily,” she explains.

of School Dr. Sonja Taylor. Moore is an experienced DEI practitioner with a genuine love of people, the foundation of which might be best understood by the fact that Moore is a twin. “I’ve been with somebody my entire life — even in the womb with my twin brother,” she laughs. She yearns to know people, who they are, why they do the things they do, what makes them laugh, what is fun for them.

“We’re all a series of stories and those stories shape us in many ways,” Moore says of her love of humanity.

Join us to learn a bit more about Moore’s own stories and her work:

How does the phrase ‘lean into your vulnerability’ resonate with you?

I often talk with teachers about their conversations with students around sensitive issues. You have to be able to lean into that vulnerability yourself — a place of, I’m with you in this, I’m struggling with this, too, so let’s work through this together. I don’t have all the answers either, but we can work through that. We are all on a journey

Moore attributes her growth as a team player and as a leader to her experiences as an athlete, “I ran track, played soccer and softball, and also veered off into cheerleading for a bit before I got into basketball, and that was it. That was my sport from then on.” Moore went on to play collegiate basketball at the University of South Florida. In addition to her current DEI roles at MICDS, Moore is the Assistant Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach with accolades including six consecutive Conference Championships, six District Championships, and most recently, two-time Missouri State Runner-Up. “Erica often speaks of DEI work as her life’s calling. Her body of accomplishments at MICDS supports this,” says Assistant Head

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Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Erica Moore comes to Latin from the Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School. She begins her new role in July 2022.

and we can go through this journey together. If we come from that area of vulnerability — when we see each other’s humanity — our empathy feels much different. It’s much easier to have those difficult conversations when you come from that space.

all of these great pieces of fabric — professional development and student programming and affinity groups — and weave them together so that there is beauty in that tapestry?

What is your hope with regard to our alumni?

Happiness in what you’ve done and what you’re doing — to me, this is success. Are you able to accomplish what you set out to do? If yes, that’s success for me. And then if I’m enjoying the journey along the way, that’s a bonus. I remember having a conversation with my dad when I went into education from the corporate world. It was about happiness and it was the best decision I ever made.

I hope that they will help us move forward together. We all have experiences that are good and that are bad. It’s how we respond, how we learn, how we grow, how we push others to learn and grow that is so important. Alumni voices should never be ignored. They should never be swept under the rug or be diluted in their importance. Those are lived experiences. We need to be able to lean into that and say, What can we do to be better? How can you help us be better? We must all understand that change is a process and is not going to happen overnight. We have to continually work at it, and that means not just coming back just for one conversation, but coming back for ten conversations. Coming back and leaning in and engaging with our current students and faculty. We are going to make the strides, the effort, the energy to move forward as a community. It’s hard and it’s work and it’s taxing. But it’s worth it.

What does the Latin tapestry look like in your eyes?

When we talk about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work, I love the visual of a tapestry — different kinds of strings and fabric and colors coming together. We are all part of the tapestry, but every strand has a different meaning and purpose.

When I look at Charlotte Latin through this lens, how do we take

How do you define success?

What are critical DEI tools that students need in order to be effective members of their classroom, community, and global society at large?

The first thing they need is to be good, active listeners. They have to be willing to engage with each other and listen to one another — actively listen — ask questions, be curious. Learn for knowledge’s sake, not just to pass a test, but learn in order to be a better friend and to

better engage with the world. You have to be willing to take some risks, and you’re not always going to be successful. Growth happens when we are challenged. If we were comfortable all the time, we would never make progress.

How do you envision teaching students about Moral Courage through the lens of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?

I think we must have brave conversations where we are willing to make mistakes and willing to be messy. This is not perfect work. You have to have moral courage to stand on your convictions in a way that doesn’t cause harm to others and allows us to move forward together.

Latin is indeed lucky to welcome Moore.

Her dedication to academia, her passion for the important work of DEI, her commitment to service, and her love of people and community are palpable. In closing, she says, “I’m so excited to join this community and about what’s ahead for Charlotte Latin School. Working with a team that is going to be on this journey with me really energizes me.”

A Closer Look On a scale of 1–10, how funny would you say you are?

I’d probably say I’m about a 7. I’m not getting on stage, but I have my moments.

What are you reading now?

I just got South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation

by Imani Perry.

Sweet or salty?

Salty — I love popcorn and tortilla chips and salsa!

Favorite sports team?

This is tough to answer. I am a longtime San Francisco 49ers fan (NFL), St. Louis Cardinals fan (baseball), and my basketball team is, by far, my very favorite.

Do you like roller coasters?

Love, love, love roller coasters. My favorite is The Incredible Hulk at Universal Studios Florida.

What’s your favorite family recipe?

My mom’s chicken and dumplings. She makes it for me every time I come home.

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Celebrate Made possible by Presenting Sponsor

With mere weeks to show time, and Omicron numbers peaking, Celebrate Latin event organizers and administrators agreed that the in-person event should be canceled. But that did not stop 2022 Celebrate Latin innovative and energetic volunteers and an enthusiastic, generous Latin community from making it the most successful event ever. The only thing missing was the party at Quail Hollow Club.

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“It is impossible for us to express the depth of our gratitude to this community for the help you gave in planning and executing Parents’ Council’s most successful fundraiser to date! From the behind-the-scenes committee working tirelessly to procure auction items and sponsorships, plan a party that couldn’t happen, build the auction website, and market all aspects of the event, to those of you on the front lines — purchasing sponsorships and tickets and bidding passionately until the last second — we are humbled by your contributions and support. Thank you for rallying behind us to ensure the time and energy expended would result in a very meaningful contribution Parents’ Council will be able to make to support our school.” – Karen Cotchett, Jenn Freno, and Chrys Riley, Celebrate Latin co-chairs

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value as a one-week stay at Head of Lower School Mark Tayloe and helpers from Grade 2 Logan Johnson (left) and Turner Copeland (right) draw the winners of Celebrate Latin raffle. Congratulations to Adri Warrick (2022–23 tuition) and Jessica Thomas (diamond necklace).

Kiawah Island was “Head of Lower School for the Day” with Mr. Tayloe and Mrs Quintero!

Everyone was feeling the love for Latin with very successful Hawksperiences (#1 was We All Scream For Ice Cream party with FLIK with 94 bids), Sign Up Parties, and Latin Loot.

As one of this year’s first-ever Celebrate Latin Hawksperiences, John Harris ’27 took over as Head of Middle School for the day.

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n the early planning phases of Celebrate Latin, event co-chairs approached Associate Head Fletcher Gregory to identify a need that the Parents’ Council could creatively fund through a Celebrate Latin Paddle Raise. “After thoughtful consideration, he brought us the outdoor flex space concept. We loved it. It met all our goals for a Paddle Raise project — the primary one being the entire community could benefit from its installation,” said co-chair Karen Cotchett P ’18, ’23, ’25.

COVID necessitated that we use every inch of this campus, and we are fortunate to live in a climate where being outdoors is a possibility almost year-round. The vision for this space resulted in plans for a functional outdoor space where students can eat, meet, play, learn, and interact outdoors — their new favorite way to gather!

A team was formed to identify an area that borders the Middle School main entrance and 6th- and 8th-grade wings, the Upper School quad, and the McIntosh Leadership Center. The renovation of this space, to be completed in Summer 2022, significantly enhances the outdoor space for our students. In addition to giving our students a recreational place to play cornhole, spike ball, or simply unwind and enjoy the fresh air with friends, the new courtyard also has academic functionality. The natural grade of the land lends itself to an outdoor learning space and small amphitheater that can serve as an outdoor classroom.

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Students view the exciting plans for the new flex space in a video produced by Colman Freno ‘22 and John Pence ‘22.

The rendering above captures the essence of how the new space provides a natural, authentic connection and extension to the main quad area that is used and beloved by so many of our Middle and Upper School students. We are excited to share more details on this project. The school and Celebrate Latin committee are grateful for the Latin community’s financial support!

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If you wish to contribute to this effort, please reach out to Director of Philanthropy Joanne Beam P ’22 for more information.

Celebrate Made possible by Presenting Sponsor

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Paddle Raise Celebrate Latin Supporters

Thank You 2022 Sponsors

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Presenting Sponsor

Erin and Chuck Baldecchi Emily and Ryan Beaver

Lineberger Orthodontics

Linda and Todd Bleakney

Legacy Supporter

Sabina and Nathan Bragg

Resort Capital Partners

Georgia and Trey Buck

Summa Cum Laude

Kristen Cone Chris Cooper

Dickens Mitchener - Eve Davis, Kathy Lancaster, Eric Madara, Andi Morgan, Catharine Pappas, Jennifer Saarbach, and Mary Sheridan Holland and Ian Ferguson

Karen and Jim Cotchett Mary Ann and Oliver Cross Pollyanna and Christian Cunningham Alexa and Ernie Cutter Tracy and John Denning Jennifer and Nick Dimovski

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Wilma and Chris Downing Elizabeth and John Fagg

Afton Capital Management LLC Andrew Roby General Contractor Brandon Lawn Real Estate Charlotte Roofing Specialists – Laura and David Sammons Jenn and Mike Freno Hobart Wealth Mark Ficken Ford Lincoln Greg Ott Physical Therapy Proper Flower Sellers Orthodontics – DeAnna and Keith Sellers Shine Salon South State Bank winestore. – Julia and Matthew Hartley Sally and James Wyche

Jan Scott and Luke Farmer Jennifer and Chad Fights Charné and London Fletcher Rina Roginsky and Adam Fosnaugh Jenn and Mike Freno Brooke and Mike Goldman Mary and Fletcher Gregory Lindsay and Tripp Griffin Melissa and Grant Hamilton Frances and John Hankins Wendy and Gary Hecimovich Pender and John Hollmeyer Julie and James Horiuchi Deborah and Jerry Hullinger Tori Irvine

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On Campus

Salem’s Garden

A Place for Friendship

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n October 2020, Charlotte Latin School lost a beloved alumna and friend, Mary Salem Gregory Paramore ’06. To honor her memory, the Gregory family and the Latin community created Salem’s Garden.

Located on the quad outside of the 300 building on the Upper School campus, the garden includes willow trees and benches and serves as a place for friendship and civil conversation.

Salem’s parents, Fletcher and Mary Gregory, share, “We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support our family has received from so many at Charlotte Latin. It is our hope that this space will be a place anyone can gather to be with friends or to enjoy nature.

All are welcome.”

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“You won’t meet many people in this lifetime like Mary Salem. She was — quite simply — the best of us. Her kindness was innate and without agenda. She was always eager to help and without expectation of reward. Her garden will give Latin students the opportunity to reflect on the importance of kindness and compassion, and how they, too, can leave this world better than they found it.”

– Jenna DeCarlo ’06

“Her spirit is still very much a part of the lives she touched along the way. Salem walked the halls of Latin with us for 13 years, and each day she spread kindness, positive energy, and grace. Simply put, the world was a better place with her in it. Throughout her life, Mary Salem was a haven for her family, countless children, and friends. She thought of others before herself and saw the best in every soul she encountered. Now, in turn, we can create a garden that replicates, honors, and reminds us of the beautiful person she was and the impact she made.”

– Paige Ford ’06

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From the Director of Philanthropy

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ext month, my son Ryan graduates from Latin. As I prepare to see him fly the nest, I’ve reflected on what the school has meant to our family — and how being a part of this incredible community has helped him soar. I continue to go back to two words: gratitude and opportunity.

Gratitude for the teachers and fellow parents who have gone above and beyond to make Latin a welcoming home. Appreciation for his fellow students, particularly those in the Class of 2022, whose “can do” attitude has helped them thrive in a high school experience no one could have imagined. And gratitude for the countless experiences during his Latin career — so much of which is made possible through philanthropy.

Joanne O’Brien Beam P ’22

Since 2009, when we sent Ryan to his first day of Kindergarten, with a mixture of nerves and excitement, Latin has been transformed. Our family has seen the addition of Shelton Hall, The Nest, Hawks’ Club, McIntosh Leadership Center, Inlustrate Orbum Building, growth of the Fab Lab, Strength Center, and more. These buildings and programs have been a formative part of his time here. More importantly, the memories created and lessons learned amidst that transformation will remain with him forever. Likewise, as Ryan and his classmates prepare to graduate — with the same mixture of nerves and excitement — their experience at Latin developed a foundation that will help them excel well beyond their years here on campus.

When you invest in something you love, you both give and receive many rewards. As our seniors are ready to fly to new heights, we can all reflect on how we’ve been a part of their experience — and how it has made each of our lives better. Thank you to the Class of 2022 for all that you mean to Charlotte Latin. Thank you to our donors who have provided an exceptional educational opportunity for all Latin students in the past, the present, and the future.

Your generous support of our school through philanthropy, time, talent, and treasure illustrates that…

Together, We Soar.

“When the entire community joins together, every gift of every size has an impact. Annual giving directly supports growth opportunities and inspires future investments in our incredible school.”

– Mackenzie and Rebekah Alpert P ’30, ’32 2021–22 Latin Fund Chairs

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Why we fly.

“Latin allows our children to learn by stumbling in a safe environment, teaching them how to problem solve and gain independence and confidence. We love how the older kids treat the younger — setting expectations and a good example. We give because of what Latin provides our entire family.”

– Curt and Sally Fochtmann P ’28, ’30 Latin Fund Volunteers

It’s time to fly again, HAWKS!

Rising up, back on the street…it’s the eye of the Hawk.

It’s the thrill of the flight.

And FLY DAY is back for a FIFTH year on May 5.

This year we need 1,500 donors in 24 hours to show the Latin Fund we have what it takes to go straight to the top.

We know you have the guts and glory. Join us! www.latinflyday.org

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“We joyfully give to Latin because Latin has given so much to our family. Latin provides our sons with the tools, experiences, and shared values that will prepare them to be leaders in today’s world.”

– Jenn and Mike Freno P ’22, ’24, ’28 Celebrate Latin Chair, Trustee

“I give to Latin because of my time there as a student — wonderful teachers, curriculum, life-long friendships, and a supportive environment. I continue to benefit today as a Latin alumna through networking opportunities.”

– Talia Caliguiri Fann ’98

IT’S ABOUT NEVER GIVING UP.

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Philanthropy

Recognizing a passion for people, life, and love.

A little more than four years ago, the Charlotte Latin community lost a bright light. Sara “Sunny” Harris Hutchinson was the beloved daughter of Deborah and Johnny Harris, sister of Windy and Johno ’97 Harris, wife of Wen, and mom of Latin students Cameron ’24, Wills ’26, and Sara ’29. As a member of the Class of 1993, and a Latin Lifer, Sunny was a friend to all. So that all might know the friend, student, athlete, and person Sunny was, and continue to make a difference in the lives of others, the Harris family has established the Sunny’s Legacy Endowment in her memory.

The goal of the endowment, which includes both a transformational scholarship program and an annual award, is to honor Sunny’s Legacy and invest in students who reflect her spirit during their time at Latin. Once fully funded, Sunny Scholars will support two scholarship recipients per grade beginning in Grade 6. Additionally, Sunny’s Honor is awarded annually to a Senior at Commencement beginning with the Class of 2022.

SUNNY SCHOLARS

As a student, Sunny’s personality and character exemplified Latin’s Core Values and Mission. This mutual flow of passion — for people, for learning, for living — is the perfect student-school relationship. It’s the foundation of Sunny Scholars, a platform to attract extraordinary, qualified students with financial need to Latin. Making a positive impact on their lives through the educational opportunities provided by the scholarship, we, in turn, benefit the Latin community and enrich the current student body with peers who reflect Sunny’s personality, passion, and enthusiasm.

Sunny Scholars are fully supported from Grade 6 through Commencement.

SUNNY’S HONOR

Nominated and selected by their senior classmates, the recipient of this honor is a person, like Sunny, who lights up a room with limitless enthusiasm, forms deep connections through understanding, and dedicates themself to academics and extracurriculars. This senior student brings the gifts of light, life, and love to Latin’s campus and beyond. Awarded for the first time to a member of the Class of 2022, Sunny’s Honor is Latin’s most cherished peer honor.

To invest in Sunny’s Legacy, please contact Joanne Beam, Director of Philanthropy.

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SUNNY’S FRIEND AND CLASSMATE, KATIE BROWNE BEAM ’93 P ’22, ’23, DELIVERED HER EULOGY IN 2018.

Sunny was such a light. She shared herself and her joy freely.

with her family and cherished them with all of her tender heart.

Sunny instantly folded me into her life. She was determined to make me love Charlotte as much as she did. Sunny threw a welcome party to introduce me. I thought, why is she so kind and inclusive of me?

The answer was simple — that is who Sunny was. That is who Sunny continued to be throughout her life.

Sunny’s children have shared so many great stories. The material was rich. Sara told me that her mom was the happiest person she knew. And you know what Sara?

You are right! We talked about all of their time snuggling together. Wills, you added that that was why we called her “pillow” — because she “loved to cuddle” and to be close to you three. What an endearing and perfect nickname. Cameron wisely said that her mother still had so much more to say and so much more to do. She expressed how her mom helped so many people and that there were so many other people who still needed her help.

She was the connector.

Sunny radiated joy and if you were lucky enough to be around her, you couldn’t help but feel that enthusiasm and that love and that joie de vivre.

Despite the gift of gab, Sunny was the friend who would sit — and listen — and be still with you. She coached me through some of my hardest times as well as some of the simplest decisions in my life. Sunny made me feel that my struggles were hers and that they were important no matter how trivial they actually were.

Can you imagine being blessed with such a friend?

Sunny’s legacy is one of joy. She lived her life with a joyful spirit and God-given grace. Sunny had an insatiable zest for life and lightened the hearts of those around her.

And Sunny was a friend to all — people of all ages and in every facet of her life.

We will ALL miss our ray of sunshine.

When Sunny was your friend, she was a friend for life. Her laugh was infectious and her spirit was contagious. She could dance with the best of them and sing with the worst of them.

Sunny was a cheerleader and a doer, she was everyone’s favorite wingman. Sunny always showed up.

This is my love story of my beautiful friend Sunny.

To have known Sunny was a gift, and to have been loved by her was a true blessing.

Sunny loved being a mother to Cameron, Wills, and Sara.

She was a back-scratcher and a hugger, she listened and she doted on these sweet children. She loved to laugh

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Gregory Retirement

The Man for the Job

“Latin is lucky to count legendary faculty who have dedicated their careers to our beloved school, but we would be hard-pressed to find one who has shaped its trajectory of excellence quite the way Fletcher Gregory has. Fletcher combines humility, service, and brilliance. He has literally helped build this school while maintaining a balanced budget. More importantly, he has metaphorically built community and culture by investing his heart, soul, and character.”

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– Head of School, Chuck Baldecchi

hen Fletcher Gregory and his family arrived on Charlotte Latin’s campus in 1991, he knew he was in a special place. He had experience as a coach, an undergraduate degree in Education, and a Master’s in Athletic Administration. To an outsider, Latin would seem like the perfect fit for him. He loved Charlotte, but Fletcher was also finishing his MBA and readying himself for owning and running a business.

“Dr. Fox thought this was the logical next step for me,” he explained — a step Fletcher took for the next two and a half years.

By this time, young Fletcher and Mary Salem were in school at Latin, and Mary was teaching in the Lower School. “We were ‘all in.’ My family was here. And we were happy,” he described. His ideas of buying a business were becoming faint.

“Somebody might love Latin more than me, but I don’t know who they are.”

Thirty-one years, and many roles later, Latin is fortunate he changed his mind. In fact, one might reason that Latin itself effected that change.

Fletcher’s early days saw him as Assistant Athletic Director — while also coaching several sports and teaching history and economics. His next step was to serve as interim Head of Middle School while Debbie Lamm took maternity leave.

Meanwhile, Latin in 1998, almost 30 years old, was growing and maturing. We were conducting multimilliondollar capital campaigns, building state-of-the-art facilities, and improving the campus.

Enrollment was approximately 1,300 with an operating budget of $11.3 million (for reference, enrollment is 1,500+ today with an operating budget of $46 million). Dr. Fox was not far from retirement and was beginning to shift some of

Of the countless building projects he shepherded over these 31 years, he explains, “What’s really rewarding is to see a facility function the way you hoped it would, the way it was intended to,” he humbly replies. He lists the Science, Art, and Technology building which totally transformed the Upper and Middle Schools, the attractive Beck Student Activities Center which still feels new after 22 years, and the Inlustrate Orbum Building which is a game-changer for Upper School English, History, and World Languages Departments, College Counseling, and the Advancement Offices. “And now our campus has a front door!” he adds with school-boy pride.

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Conversion of 200 Hall

cience, Art, and S Technology Building Renovations of existing facilities and old classrooms

The Nest

Conversion of Founders’ Hall

Beck Student Activities Center

Belk Gym Renovations urchase of additional 30 acres P (current Cross Country course, etc.)

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5th Grade Wing Performing Arts expansion outh Campus infrastructure S and improvements

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Hawks’ Club Extended Day Building McIntosh Leadership Center Inlustrate Orbum Building Strength Center South Campus

Fletcher’s Days in the NBA “I Didn’t Want to Bounce.”

“We said from the beginning that once the bills were paid, the extras could be added.

To see the campus now is one of the most

When Charlotte was awarded an NBA expansion team in 1988, Fletcher was hired as a part of the Hornets’ Administrative team.

“Working for the Hornets was a really amazing experience. We set an attendance record with 23,000 people every night and yet were the worst team in the NBA!” With that record, the initial coaching staff was let go. Fletcher knew he could have stayed in the NBA, “Once you’re in and you know some people, you could have bounced all over the country. But that was really not what I wanted to do. We liked Charlotte and I didn’t want to bounce.”

rewarding feelings. Thanks in large part to Fletcher, it has maintained all those early values and has had the chance to grow and become such a wonderful school. The bricks and mortar are impressive, but it’s the work of people like Fletcher that make it Latin.”

– Founding Board Member, Bob Knight Education • Woodberry Forest School, 1973 • UNC-Chapel Hill, Played JV Basketball • P enn State, Master’s in Athletic Administration, 1983 • UNC-Charlotte, MBA, 1995

Employment • V irginia Episcopal School, Head Basketball Coach, 1981 • F orsyth Country Day School, Athletic Director, 1987 • W offord College, Assistant Athletic Director, Assistant Basketball Coach, 1988 • C harlotte Hornets, NBA, Coaching Staff Operations, 1988–91

Charlotte Latin School • A ssistant Athletic Director, Basketball, Golf, Cross Country Coach • History, Economics teacher • Head of Middle School • Director of Finance and Operations • A ssociate Head of School and Chief Financial Officer

Family • Married Mary Dashiell, 1981 • Fletcher IV (Flick) born, 1985 • Mary Salem born, 1987

Head of Upper School Ken Templeton, Fletcher, Headmaster Dr. E.J. Fox, Jr., Head of Lower School Claudette Hall, and Head of Middle School Debbie Lamm. (ca. 1997)

his responsibilities. To this end, he needed a Director of Finance to oversee Latin’s fiscal operations and a Director of Operations to do the same for the campus. In Fletcher, he had the man for the job.

“Transitioning from the classroom to the business side motivated me to ensure that Latin was attracting and retaining the best teaching faculty — and to take care of our invaluable employees. I would say today — and I would have said it 31 years ago — Charlotte Latin is a great school because of what happens in the classroom.” Fletcher sees this as his number one job. Our faculty and staff continue to dedicate their lifework here because they are cared for and they believe in Latin’s mission.

Although Fletcher is officially retiring, he’s not leaving Latin altogether. He plans to continue putting his MBA to good use helping the Office of Philanthropy develop its important Planned Giving program.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to work in a place that has such great people and has done so much for my family,” he says of his career. “Somebody might love Latin more than me, but I don’t know who they are.”

The Gregory Endowment for Service Learning Announced In honor of Fletcher’s incredible contributions to the Latin community throughout his career, the Board of Trustees established the Gregory Endowment for Service Learning. Fletcher has always been passionate about a robust Service Learning Program. To make a gift to the Gregory Endowment for Service Learning, please contact Joanne Beam, Director of Philanthropy.

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ALUMNI NEWS CHARLOTTE LATIN SCHOOL ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME The Class of 2020 is finally inducted!

Director of Athletics David Gatoux, Head of School Chuck Baldecchi, Associate Head Fletcher Gregory, Jeff Conger ’90, Fletcher Gregory IV ’04, Larry McNulty, Suzie Pignetti, Tiffany Tisdale Rice ’94, and Holt Wrenn ’97.

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n Thursday, October 7, the Charlotte Latin Athletic Hall of Fame inducted six members to the 2020 class in a special dinner and ceremony at Myers Park Country Club. This fourth class of inductees included two coaches and four athletes.

On Friday night, at the Homecoming Varsity Football game against Raleigh’s Ravenscroft, these special members of the Latin community were recognized before kickoff both on the field and in a special unveiling of the Hall of Fame plaque.

Orchestrated by the Office of Alumni Relations, the Athletics Department, and the Booster Club, the CLS Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have contributed to the Latin community through their athletic participation and high achievements.

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Jeff Conger ’90 Fletcher Gregory ’04

Football and Baseball Football, Basketball, Lacrosse

Larry McNulty

Football and Track

Suzanne Pignetti

Volleyball

Tiffany Tisdale Rice ’94

Soccer

Holt Wrenn ’97

Football, Wrestling, Baseball

To read more about the Hall of Fame Class of 2020, visit www.charlottelatin.org/alumni/recognitions

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2. Fletcher and Mary Gregory, Fletcher Gregory ’04, and Kristin Winkler. 3. Tiffany Tisdale Rice ’94 and Coach Lee Horton.

4. Ronnie Wrenn, Sally Wrenn, Coach Fred Conger, and Holt Wrenn ’97. 5. Hall of Fame committee chair Michael Meyer ’83 and Head of School Chuck Baldecchi. 6. Eve Davis ’13, Coach Suzie Pignetti, Amy Zinn, and Malai Walker Moorman ’08.

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Alumni News

CLASS OF 2021 SEND-OFF

Two nights before graduation on May 19, the Class of 2021 was welcomed into the CLS Alumni Association with a picnic supper and rockin’ concert featuring Grayson Foster ’12 of Nashville, Tennessee.

Class of 2021 rockin’ out.

Shreyas Iyer, Kieran Amin, Jack DuPuy, Cole Lavelle, Bruno Lahass, and Charles Harris.

Caroline Van Nort and Olivia Williams.

GRADUATION IN PATTEN STADIUM WITH JALEN ROSS ’11

Nate Lambert, Matthew Marcus, Sydney Wargo, and Adam Cyzner.

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Dr. Ken Collins, honorary member of the Class of 2021.

Bella Baldecchi.

On May 21, the 118 members of the Class of 2021 officially became Latin alumni at Commencement in Patten Stadium. We were thrilled to welcome home Jalen Ross ’11 as our Commencement speaker.

Director of Alumni Relations Sally Gray Smith ’82, and Jalen Ross ’11.

LEGACY HAWKS

Seven of the 118 graduates are LEGACY Hawks.

Congratulations to Kim Couch Hanson ’89 and her son, Marshall ’21 (United States Naval Academy), Elizabeth DuBose House ’93 and her son, Sam ’21 (Queens University), Tommy Hunter ’86 and his daughter, Elizabeth (University of Virginia), John Kreshon ’88 and his daughter, Elizabeth ’21 (George Washington University)*, Andy Mermans ’88 and his son, Jake ’21 (University of Utah)*, Adrienne Dellinger ’90 and her daughter, Grace Scott ’21 (East Carolina University), and Kathryn Barnhardt Van Nort ’91 and her daughter, Caroline ’21 (University of Arizona). *Not pictured.

Kim Couch Hanson ’89 and Marshall ’21.

Caroline ’21 and Kathryn Barnhardt Van Nort ’91.

Tommy ’86 and Elizabeth Hunter ’21.

Grace Scott ’21 and Adrienne Dellinger ’90.

Sam ’21 and Elizabeth DuBose House ’93.

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Alumni News

CELEBRATING DR. COLLINS’ 50 YEARS OF TEACHING AND PHILANTHROPY

On July 22, alumni spanning five decades gathered at Devil’s Logic to celebrate Dr. Collins’ 50 years of teaching at Latin.

The Class of 1977 was out in full force as they received the inaugural Collins Cup for the highest Latin Fund participation.

Gary Anderson ’75, Carter Anderson ’14, Dr. Collins, Lea Kokenes ’14, Dennis Kokenes ’79.

Elizabeth Barnhardt Kirkland ’04, Chris Downing, Jonathan Kirkland ’02, and Virginia Barnhardt Sutton ’03.

Class of ’77 with Head of School Chuck Baldecchi.

Rob Howard ’95, Heather Massengale Shaw ’95, and Carolyn Klimas Prusa ’95.

ALUMNI SOCCER GAMES

Held on the steamy morning of August 14, the annual alumni soccer game reunited soccer Hawks with Coach Lee Horton and a morning of play with the Varsity Hawks.

Kristin Horton Edwards ’10 and Juliet Waller ’09.

Sam Shumate ’86, David Stedman ’82, Andy Clark ’87.

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HAWKS ON TAP

Carson Clough ’12 and Giddy Goat Coffee Roasters hosted Hawks on September 29 for fellowship, drinks, and empanadas. A networking event for Latin alumni, this Hawks on Tap also offered complimentary headshots with the artsy Plaza Midwood for a background.

Andrew Tanneberger ’08, Dean of Students Hunter Murphy, and Brenton Bersin ’08.

Michelle Charles ’17, Ann Bernhardt ’17, Abigail Wedding ’17, and Abigail Okland ’17.

Alex Almquist ’12 and Ryan Almquist ’07.

Carson Clough ’12 and Calder.

BOOK DISCUSSION

On October 19, alumni and parents of alumni gathered at Myers Park Country Club for a book discussion on Lights Out in Lincolnwood. Led by Upper School English teacher Maria Klein, this event — whether in person or virtual — is always a fan favorite.

Maria Klein P ’06 ’07, Woody Clark P ’87 ’92 and Cameron Holtz P ’16 ’19 ’22, Lisa Neely P ’17 ’19 ’23.

Lillian Chapman P ’91 ’93, and Marty Brownlow P ’88 ’90 ’94 GP ’20 ’22 ’24.

Mimi Carbone P ’10 and Nancy Ledonne P ’11 ’14.

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Alumni News

WASHINGTON D.C. POP-UP Alumni Governing Board member Elizabeth Beecy ’15 was not deterred by the Covid-imposed travel restrictions placed on Latin’s alumni office. On November 4, she and 15 other Hawks gathered in DuPont Circle, Washington D.C., for an outof-the-blue alumni gathering.

Latin alumni in Washington, D.C.

Mary Page Welch ’14, Hank Ellison ’14, Elizabeth Aucamp ’14, Chief Etheridge ’13, and John McGinnis ’14.

HAWKS HOLIDAY HUSTLE 5K

The chilly December 23 morning started with the dedication of the Weiss Trail System, followed by the inaugural 5K race which drew runners spanning five decades. Congrats to Roman Berens ’12 and Louise Hindal Acer ’08 who finished 1st place. Donuts and coffee from DonutILoveYou provided warmth and comfort!

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ALUMNI BASKETBALL GAME

Following the Holiday Hustle 5K on December 23, Coach Chris Berger ’89 hosted the annual alumni basketball game in none other than Belk Gym. No injuries were reported!

Brad Hull ’20, Coach Donay Fullwood, and Ryan Hirsch ’21.

Jonte Harrell ’98 and Brett Thompson ’97.

Grayson Clements ’20 and Barbara Robinson.

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Alumni News

5- AND 6-YEAR REUNIONS It could be called the race against COVID for Classes of 2015 and 2016 who had their 5- and 6-year reunions planned for the night of December 23. The virus climate was changing rapidly, as did plans for many that night. But for those who took their chances, Olde Mecklenburg Brewery offered a warm atmosphere and lots of space and food!

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Clifton Mathis ’15, Bentley Dalton ’15, Jackson Monnin ’15, and Sparling Davis ’15 2. Raymon Wang ’16, Jessie Zeng ’18, and Emily Hinshaw ’16 3. Andrew Maxwell ’16 and Brady Whitmore ’16 4. Grace Morris ’16, Emily Padgett ’16, Emma Haseley ’16, and Hunter Willis ’16 5. Raley Orndorff ’16, Ryan Eubank ’16, Wilson Salisbury ’16, and Caleb Jordan ’16 6. Class of 2015 7. Eleanor Pinckney ’15, Caroline Targgart ’15, Hope Dragelin ’15, Avery Horvath ’15, and Rachel Demas Bills ’15 8. Andrew Fish ’16, Gray Smith ’15, and Dr. Collins 9. Class of 2016

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REINTRODUCING

LATIN LINE

LATIN LINE is an online newsletter for Charlotte Latin Alumni and Parents of Alumni and our way of keeping you connected between LATIN Magazines.

“These are the kinds of articles that really show the heart and enduring spirit of our school community and how we remain interconnected, past,

If you did not receive the inaugural issue in February, please contact Director of Alumni Relations Sally Gray Smith ’82 at sally.smith@ charlottelatin.org

present, and future! Thank you for bringing it back!”

– Parkie Thomas P ’99, ’02

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CLASS NOTES

Welcome (back) to Class Notes! Join us for a glimpse of the last 2 years in the lives and families of Latin alumni. We love to hear from you. If you have class notes to share — births, weddings, jobs, etc., please email your class agent or Meredith Nunn in the Office of Alumni Relations. meredith.nunn@charlottelatin.org

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Jean Trice Deason jtdeason@bellsouth.net

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Congratulations to ELAINE SUMMERVILLE KELLEY who married Winston Kelley on May 1, 2021, in Blowing Rock, NC. Elaine retired from Duke Energy in May 2020 and enjoys watching her grandchildren Annabelle and Trevor. Elaine and Winston live in Concord, NC.

Woodie and Shep Robinson ’81, daughter Liza Robinson ’12, Rob WIlliams, and John Robinson ’14.

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Congratulations to KATHARINE MEDEARIS who married Daniel LaBadie on May 27, 2021.

1982

Robin Waters Griffith robingriffith@carolina.rr.com

SHEP ROBINSON’s daughter, Liza Robinson’12, married Rob Williams on April 24, 2021, on Kiawah Island, SC. Jamie Kiser jlkiser@me.com

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Deanie Albright Hanley dalbrighthanley@verizon.net

Katharine Medearis ’78 married Daniel LaBadie on May 27, 2021

1979

JOE LUTER, LUCY BLACKWELDER STEPHENS and Lucy’s husband, Louis, enjoyed a Backroads trip to Croatia. Joe resides in Virginia Beach, VA, and the Stephens live in Charlotte, NC.

Dudley Hanes Faison dudleyhfaison@icloud.com

1980 Elaine Summerville ’76 married Winston Kelley on May 1, 2021 in Blowing Rock, NC.

1977

ELEN TRY BENNETT, KENT PHARR BURKE CAMPBELL, CAROL LOMAX FORTENBERRY, RUTH KNIGHT GAMMON, KATHERINE PRICE GOODMAN, and ALLISON COPELAND WILLIAMS enjoyed getting together in early March in Charlotte, NC.

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LAURA BALENTINE JEU DE VINE continues to teach tennis and play golf with her husband, Bill. Laura’s daughter, Hampton, recently graduated from the University of South Carolina in May of 2021 and is now pursuing her Ph.D. in physical therapy at Emory University. Laura and Bill live in Alpharetta, GA.

Elizabeth Medearis Myers myersebee@gmail.com Sarah Finklea Pennacchia spennacchia@att.net

Laura Balentine Jeu De Vine ’83 and her husband, Bill.

Members of the Class of 1983 reunited at the Celebration of Life for JAY ROBINSON in Greensboro, NC. Jay passed away on June 16, 2021. (See photo next page.)

1984 Joe Luter ’83 and Lucy Blackwelder Stephens ’83 biked the island of Korcula as part of their trip to Croatia.

Bill Lyday drlyday@gmail.com

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Libby Tate Gordon libbygordon4@gmail.com

Members of Class of 1977 gathered together in early March.

Road trip! BLAIR CARRIKER DONALD helped her daughter, Marion ’20, drive across the country and back.

After taking a gap year which included a Seamester crewing, working in Jackson Hole, WY, and taking a NOLS

1991

Julie Myers Jackson julsmjackson@yahoo.com

Walker Sanders ’83, Rick Booth ’83, Mike Chase ’83, Sheila Wilkerson Chatto ’83, and Jimmy Barnhardt ’83 gathered together at the Celebration of Life for Jay Robinson ’83 in Greensboro, NC.

Wilderness First Responder course, Marion ended her year-long adventure in Banks, ID. In Banks, Marion spent the summer working as a whitewater rafting guide and shuttle driver before heading off to the University of Virginia in the fall.

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Derek Painter adp@carolina.rr.com After relocating to Los Angeles, CA, and realizing their “9-to-5” suits had no place on their kids’ soccer fields, JEFF SOCKWELL and fellow University of Virginia classmate, Charles Nelson, founded Willy, a Californiabased clothing line. Willy focuses on creating clothes that give men more versatility without sacrificing comfort or style. Willy is proudly manufactured in California, which provides local jobs within the community and allows the co-founders to focus on every detail.

Charles Nelson and Jeff Sockwell ’88 co-founded the California-inspired clothing line, Willy.

Congratulations to ELIZABETH BARNHARDT, who married Marcel Nas on September 16, 2020, in Elst, Netherlands. When not in the Netherlands, Elizabeth can be found substitute teaching on campus.

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Congrats to Charlotte Latin’s Varsity Boys Basketball coach, CHRIS BERGER, who recently celebrated 200 career wins. The team made it to the semi-finals of the state tournament with an impressive 23–4 record.

Congratulations to TARA FAULKNER McALISTER and Brian Anderson ’88.

Their sons, Ben Anderson ’22 and Braeden McAlister, were selected as part of Carolina Bowl’s All Carolina Special Teams. Ben was selected for long snapper and Braeden was selected for punter. Braeden is going to play for Charlotte (formerly known as UNC-Charlotte) and Ben is going to play for Georgia Southern.

Braeden McAlister (pictured far right), son of Tara Faulkner McAlister ’89, and Ben Anderson ’22 (pictured far left), son of Brian Anderson ’88, were both selected as part of Carolina Bowl’s All Carolina Special Teams.

Elizabeth Barnhardt ’91 married Marcel Nas on September 16, 2020.

In September 2022, ELIZABETH DUBOSE HOUSE joined Edify as Director of Edification and Philanthropy. Edify’s mission is to improve and expand sustainable, Christ-centered education globally. Alongside local partners, Edify offers low-fee independent schools in material-poor communities access to training, loan capital, and educational technology. In 2021, Edify partnered with 9,200 schools, impacting 2.4 million students across 11 countries in Africa and Latin America. Elizabeth is excited to help expand Edify’s footprint in the Southeast, and says, “I am humbled to work alongside so many people of faith who are passionate about education and who seek to offer hope and a better future to those trapped in poverty.”

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McNeill Wester mwester@cokercapital.com Congratulations to MARY DOWD for being named one of Charlotte Business Journal’s Most Admired CEOs. Mary is President and CEO of The Cardea Group located in Charlotte, NC. The Cardea Group is a leadership, communications, and business consultancy that accelerates the success of high-performing leaders, teams, and companies.

Elizabeth DuBose House ’93 on a recent Women’s Vision Trip that she led to the Dominican Republic.

Chris Berger ’89 celebrated 200 career wins on December 20, 2021.

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CLASS NOTES

reception was held at Mattie’s in South Austin. Ken and Louise live in Austin, TX.

Shirley Anderson Cook ’93, DoraAnn Kitchin McKenzie ’93, Katie Ivanoff Smith ’93, Elizabeth DuBose House ’93, and Jennifer Holloway ’93 gathered together over the holidays.

SHIRLEY ANDERSON COOK, DORAANN KITCHIN McKENZIE, KATIE IVANOFF SMITH, ELIZABETH DUBOSE HOUSE, and JENNIFER HOLLOWAY reunited over the holidays.

1994

Congratulations to LYDE SPANN,who married Graham Uffelman at The Little Church Around the Corner on November 6, 2021, in New York City. They had a classic New York wedding complete with a vintage checker cab, double decker bus, and a picturesque Rockefeller Center reception.

Lyde is the owner and CEO of netamorphosis, a business consulting firm that specializes in eCommerce strategy. Also fun fact — Sally Smith, daughter of Gib Smith ’86, works for Lyde as a digital project coordinator. Editor’s Note: We love a Latin connection.

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Kendall Booe Burgess kendallbburgess@gmail.com Lowell Rayburn Combs lrayburncombs@gmail.com MIKE HARRIS returned to campus in October and gave a presentation to Grade 6 Humanities classes about maps, weather, topography, and destinations. Mike is a pilot for American Airlines and is based out of Charlotte, NC.

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Congratulations to BILL WHITE and Drica Farias who were married in December 2019. Drica is from Rio de Janeiro. The couple lives in San Diego, CA, where Bill works in the solar industry.

Ken Leonczyk ’96 married Louise Anderson on September 18, 2021 in Austin, TX.

SARA KRYDER, PAUL RUTHERFORD, MEGAN LEW MYERS, PEGGY KANE THIES, and J.D. FULKS gathered to celebrate Paul’s birthday in October. (See below.)

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Bill White and Drica Farias were married in December 2019.

1996

Mike Harris ’95 returned to campus as a guest speaker to Grade 6 Humanities classes.

Lyde Spann ’94 married Graham Uffelman on November 6, 2021.

Former teammates, Angus McDonald ’95 and Seneca Redwood-Sawyer ’95, reunited in Wilmington, NC.

On September 18, 2021, KEN LEONCZYK married Louise Anderson with the immediate family of the bride and groom in attendance.

The wedding took place at Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel at St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX. The

After graduating from Southern Illinois University and from Indiana University College of Optometry, EVAN KAUFMAN accepted his first job at the Medical College of Virginia where he started a residency program, an internship program, and formed a national organization. In 2014, he was recruited by the University of Virginia, Department of Opthalmology. Recently, Evan was promoted to Associate Professor. He was also tapped by the Governor of Virginia to serve on the six-member State Board of Optometry.

(See photo next page.)

SENECA REDWOODSAWYER and former teammate, ANGUS McDONALD, reconnected at one of Seneca’s basketball games this fall. Seneca is the Varsity Boys Basketball coach at E.A. Laney High School in WIlmington, NC. Members of the Class of 1996 celebrated Paul Rutherford’s birthday in October.

Evan Kaufman ’97 with his wife, Kelly, and their children, Calvin and Maggie.

Congratulations to MARNI ROTHERT, who married Josh Scales in Charleston, SC, on November 12, 2021. Hawks in attendance included Caroline Leavelle McDonnell ’98, Veronica Ospina ’97, Paul Rutherford ’96, and BROOKE SHANTZ-WHITE SPANGLER. Marni and Josh live in Charlotte, NC, with Josh’s two daughters.

Kristin and CARTER ROBINSON (along with their son, Micah, and Golden Retriever, Joy) welcomed Annabelle Carter on January 20, 2022. Micah is a proud, loving, and excited big brother! Former Charlotte Latin Business Manager, Bob Robinson, and his wife, Mary, cherish being grandparents.

Carter currently serves as a financial advisor for Edward Jones and Kristin is a professor of Natural and Physical Sciences at Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC).

The Robinson family resides in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Kristin and Carter Robinson ’97 welcomed their daughter, Annabelle Carter, on January 20, 2022.

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Marni Rothert ’97 married Josh Scales on November 12, 2021 in Charleston, SC.

Congratulations to BEN VANDIVER, who married Elizabeth Foss on August 28, 2021, at the River Course on Kiawah Island. Groomsmen included classmates CRAIG CARLISLE, DAVE POWELL, and ROB TURNER. Ben’s niece, Adeline Leary ’31, was a junior bridesmaid.

Ben and Elizabeth reside in Charlotte, NC.

Ben Vandiver ’97 married Elizabeth Foss on August 28, 2021, on Kiawah Island.

Talia Caligiuri Fann taliacfann@gmail.com Lauren Bowman Llamas lauren.llamas@dukeenergy.com HUNTER WILLARD ARTON and her husband, Michael, and big sister, Elizabeth, welcomed Sarah Renee Arton on April 3, 2021. In early June 2021, the Artons packed their bags and moved from Wilton, CT, to Louisville, KY. Michael is an attorney for Sazerac, and Hunter is enjoying finding new farms and museums for them to visit.

Sara Renne Arton, daughter of Hunter WIllard Arton ’98, was born on April 3, 2021.

Kudos to WILL CLEGG whose multimedia storytelling adventure, The Lonely Road, premiered as part of the NYC’s Frigid Festival at The Kraine Theater. Directed by David Crabb, The Lonely Road tells Will’s story of being an unemployed young filmmaker who sets out on a solo journey across post 9/11 America.

Will is a two-time winner of Moth StorySLAMS in NYC and lives in Jersey City, NJ.

The Lonely Road, by Will Clegg ’98, premiered as part of NYC’s Frigid Festival at The Kraine Theater in NYC.

CHRIS SANDERS was appointed as the new director of the Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard at the Mystic Seaport Museum. Chris is a graduate of the apprentice program at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum as well as the International Yacht Restoration School in Newport, RI. He has worked on numerous restoration projects, most recently on the Mayflower II restoration.

Chris lives with his wife, Dr. Megan McCarthy Sanders ’96, and daughter, Vann, in North Stonington, CT.

Chris Sanders ’98 was recently appointed as the new director of the Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard at the Mystic Seaport Museum.

CHRISTY MARRS married Max W. Scruggs, Jr. on September 18, 2021. The wedding ceremony and reception were held at W.O. Smith Music School in Nashville, TN. The newlyweds reside in Nashville, TN.

Congratulations to LORI VOCI SOHM and her husband, Ross, who welcomed Avery Quinn Sohm on June, 2, 2021. Lori is a medical esthetician and works for Voci MedSpa in Charlotte, NC.

Christy Marrs ’98 and Max W. Scruggs, Jr. were married on September 18, 2021 in Nashville, TN.

Avery Quinn Sohm, daughter of Lori Voci Sohm ’98, was born on June 2, 2021.

Avery joins her big brother, Levi.

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1999

Regan White Craig reganmwhite@gmail.com REGAN WHITE CRAIG and her husband, Nathan, welcomed their son, Oliver Byrnes, on September 9, 2021.

Oliver arrived as a miraculous answer to long-held prayers after six years of infertility, and he is a dream come true.

lesson on Japan. Katrina and Laura created videos and pictures for students to understand more about what it is like to live in Japan.

Pat Whalen, co-owner of the 5th Street Group, created the “tip the kitchen” program by adding a second line to table checks for gratuity for the back-of-the-house staff.

Katrina Tschekunow Baker ’99 and Laura Van Dyke Pitale ’99 teach at American School in Japan.

Oliver Byrnes Craig, son of Regan White Craig ’99, was born September 9, 2021.

LAUREN GARDNER and her father, Gary, hiked 35 miles of the Appalachian Trail in September. Lauren lives in Durham, NC, and is the Chief Operating Officer at the Emily Krzyzewski Center.

’29. Sarah and Tripp live in Charlotte where Sarah is the creative director for Noble Food and Pursuits.

Congratulations to AMY VOCI SMITH and her husband, Evan, who welcomed their son, Porter Philip, on September 10, 2020. Amy is a Breast Surgical Oncologist at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte, NC.

2000

Mary Dickson Gorman maryrdickson@gmail.com Reagan Kenwell reagankenwell@gmail.com Kudos to MELANIE KING, who was awarded the prestigious 2021 Bronze Medal by The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for her exceptional dedication to leading historic changes to an international treaty created to ensure the long-term sustainability of Atlantic tuna. It is the highest civilian award bestowed by the NOAA.

Porter Philip Smith, son of Amy Voci Smith ’99, was born on September 10, 2020.

Lauren Gardner ’99 hiked part of the Appalachian Trail in September.

KATRINA TSCHEKUNOW BAKER and LAURA VAN DYKE PITALE both teach at American School in Tokyo, Japan. They recently partnered with Director of Global Studies, Kelly Willis, and Lower School Librarian, Nancy Atwell, on a Grade 1 collaboration to enhance an Open Court Social Studies

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Kudos to PAT WHALEN, co-owner of the 5th Street Group, who was featured in The Washington Post and discussed how they found a way to navigate the COVID-19 labor shortage.

They began by raising the starting wage for all staff to $15 an hour and also created a “tip the kitchen” program, adding a second line to table checks for gratuity for the back-of-the-house staff. Since the “tip the kitchen” program began, it has generated $1.1 million in take-home pay for back-of-the-house staff.

Sarah Wrenn ’00 married Tripp Donelan on June 23, 2021, in North Eleuthera, Bahamas.

2001

Stephanie Hannon stephanie.hannon29@ gmail.com TED EBNER, J.P. TSAHAKIS, ANDREW SCHAEFFER, and TOMMY POULOS reunited over the summer.

(See photo next page.)

Congratulations to JACKIE ANDOLINO FOGARTIE, who was featured on Women of Charlotte, which highlights women who are doing great things in Charlotte, NC. Jackie is the owner of Fogartie Events, which offers mostly full-service wedding planning (with some smaller social events sprinkled in).

Melanie King ’00 was awarded the prestigious 2021 Bronze Medal by The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Congratulations to SARAH WRENN, who married Tripp Donelan at The Other Side in North Eleuthera, Bahamas, on June 23, 2021. Sarah’s brother, Holt Wrenn ’97, was in attendance along with her niece, Birdie Wrenn ’32, and nephew, Dewey Wrenn

Jackie Andolino Fogartie ’01 was recognized by Women of Charlotte.

2004

Congratulations to MARY GRIFFIN and Andrew Schaeffer ’01 who welcomed twins, Cordelia “Cora” Mae and Griffin “Griff” Charles, on January 25, 2022. The Schaeffers live in Charlotte, NC, where Mary works for Orvis and Andrew works for Barings. The new parents are excited to share their love of fly fishing and the outdoors with Cora and Griff.

Ted Ebner ’01, J.P. Tsahakis ’01, Andrew Shaeffer ’01, and Tommy Poulos ’01 enjoyed catching-up this summer.

2002

Beau Schwab III schwab.beau@gmail.com Ruth Van Dyke Wyatt ruth.v.wyatt@gmail.com BRANDON CHIN and his wife, Caroline, welcomed Lily Elizabeth Chin on November 9, 2020. Big brother, Henry, is enamored with his baby sister.

The Chin family recharged as a family of four last summer in Oak Island, NC.

MEG RUTLEDGE BEAL, AUDREY BROWN DICKISON, and RUTH VAN DYKE WYATT enjoyed a weekend getaway complete with laughs, great fall weather, and good food in Asheville, NC. (See below.)

2003

Mary Holland Rankin Griffin mhrankin12@gmail.com

Hayes Lewis, son of Jarrett Lewis ’03, arrived on July 21, 2021.

Kudos to STERLING MASTERS, who performed in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as part of the cast of Wicked. After 12 years and three different companies of Wicked, Sterling took her final Broadway bow on December 16, 2021.

Katie Moody klmoody16@gmail.com

2005

MICKEY CLOUD and MANOJ LAMBA vacationed together with their families in July on Sanderling Beach in the Outer Banks, NC. Everyone had fun, including their combined five children under the age of 5. (See below right.)

Brandon ’02 and Caroline Chin welcomed Lily on November 9, 2020.

The family of four vacationed in Oak Island.

JARRETT LEWIS and his wife, Elise, welcomed Hayes Marvin Lewis on July 21, 2021. Hayes arrived at 9 lbs., 2 oz. and 21 inches long.

Big brother, Wyatt, is excited to have a little brother.

Ruth Van Dyke ’02, Meg Rutledge ’02, and Audrey Brown ’02 enjoyed catching up in Asheville, NC in late September.

Cora and Griff Schaeffer, twins of Mary Griffin ‘04 and Andew Schaeffer ‘01, were born on January 25, 2022.

Dewey Teden wdteden@gmail.com

Sterling Masters ’03 performed for more than 12 years in Wicked.

When COVID jeopardized late December 2021 performances of David Byrne’s American Utopia, JULIE DeVORE stepped into action. As the production stage manager for the show, Julie worked tirelessly with the cast and crew to create a special concert for viewers dubbed the “unchained” show. Together, they were

Mickey Cloud ’03 and Manoj Lamba ’03 with their children (from left to right), Bennett Cloud, Shelby Cloud, Leena Lamba, Devin Lamba, and Keira Lamba.

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able to make the most of the situation and the show did, in fact, go on. Kudos, Julie!

Kaley and BLAIR HENSON welcomed their son, Beau Breckenridge Henson, on October 6, 2021.

Mark works at SunCap Property Group where he leads the advancement of SunCap’s national buildto-suit development platform. The Paschals live in Charlotte, NC.

Emily and Jamey Price ’06 with their children, Juliette and James.

2007

Sydnor Gammon sydnor.gammon@gmail.com Beau Breckenridge Henson is the son of Kaley and Blair Henson ’05.

Julie DeVore ’05 is the Broadway stage manager for David Byrne’s American Utopia.

DANIEL GENKINS is Executive Director of the Vanderbilt Slave Sociteies Digital Archive and a Mellon Professor of History and Digital Humanities at Vanderbilt University. Daniel recently bought a house in East Nashville, TN.

Congratulations to LAURA MANNS, who was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Effects, Costumes, Makeup, and Hairstyling for Season 51 of Sesame Street.

Laura has been building puppets and props since 2013 for the Jim Henson Company in New York for various TV specials, theatrical productions, and feature films. Catch her work on the new series, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, which premiered January 21 on Apple TV Plus.

Mark ’05 and Carson Paschal with their children, Mary Carson and Charlie.

Congratulations to DAVID PHARR and his wife, Caroline, who welcomed their daughter, Margot. The Pharrs live in Charlotte, NC and David is an associate at Piper Sandler.

ALEX BEAUSSART is currently stationed at Vance Air Force Base in Enid, OK, and is completing the Air Force undergraduate pilot training program. Alex and his wife, Madlen, will relocate to Andrews Air Force Base spring 2022.

(See photo next page.)

CHRIS GRIER and his wife, Caroline, welcomed Hayes Michael Grier on August 1, 2021. Hayes joins his big sister Isla. Chris works for Silicon Valley Bank remotely and resides in Charlotte, NC, with his family.

David Pharr and his wife, Caroline with Margot.

2006

Julian Genkins ’08 and Daniel Genkins ’05 are both Duke University undergraduates and their academic paths reconnected at Vanderbilt University where they completed their graduate degrees.

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Laura Manns ’05, Daytime Emmy nominated puppet and prop builder, lives in New York City.

Congratulations to MARK PASCHAL and his wife, Carson, who welcomed Mary Carson on April 27, 2021. Mary Carson joins big brother, Charlie.

Emily and JAMEY PRICE welcomed their daughter, Juliette Beckton Price, on August 14, 2021. Juliette began her arrival two weeks early while Jamey was on a work trip in California. After catching the redeye and rushing to the hospital, she was born within 40 minutes of Jamey’s arrival. Big brother, James, adores his baby sister. (See photo above.)

Hayes and Isla are the children of Chris ’07 and Caroline Grier.

Congratulations to CAROLINE HAWKINS and Matthew Pfister, who were married on September 19, 2020. Since the newlyweds could not go on their

Alex Beaussart ’07 and his wife, Madlen, in front of a T-1 trainer aircraft.

original South African safari honeymoon, they moved to Sayulita, Mexico, for three months in early 2021.

In Sayulita, Caroline and Matt found and rescued a puppy named “Jali” (short for Jalisco, just south of Sayulita). Caroline, Matt, and Jali currently reside in their new home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. (See photo below.)

JARED LANGSON recently completed a meditation retreat at Dhamma Sukha in Missouri. Jared is currently working as a Software Engineer.

Jared Langson ’07 pictured with monk, Bhante Vimalaramsi, on his meditation retreat. The hand gesture represents the Third Noble Truth, the cessation of suffering.

PATTERSON MAKER and GRAHAM MILLER welcomed Franklin Abbott Miller on November 4, 2020. Franklin is the nephew of Hunter Miller ‘03, Katie Miller Iams ‘01 and Hobbs Maker ‘10, and the cousin of three Lower School Hawks. Patterson is thrilled to return to Latin this year as receptionist and calendar manager.

University Medical School and completed his internal medicine residency at University of California, San Francisco. He is in the midst of a 2-year clinical bioinformatics fellowship at Stanford University.

Elizabeth Rowan Rainwater ’07 and her husband, Will Rainwater, welcomed William Archibald, Rainwater, Jr. (“Archie”) on January 5, 2022.

in Powhatan, VA, where she teaches Honors and AP English. Annelise was chosen as her school’s representative for the Excellence in Catholic Education award for the 2020–21 school year.

Congratulations to JAMES PROFFITT who married Natalie Lesinski on July 21, 2021. Groomsmen included OBI OKWARA and BRADEN HANSON. James and Natalie live in Denver, CO.

Graham ’07 and Patterson Maker Miller ’07 with their son, Franklin.

Congratulations to ELIZABETH ROWAN RAINWATER and her husband, Will Rainwater, who welcomed William Archibald Rainwater, Jr. (“Archie”) on January 5, 2022. Archie weighed 7 lbs., 5 oz. and was 21 inches long. Elizabeth, Will, and their dog, Sully, are thrilled. Fellow alumni, uncle Cape Rowan ’13 and godmother Sydnor Gammon ’07, are anxious to spoil him! (See photo above.)

ANNELISE SHELTON is the English department chair at The Blessed Sacrament Huguenot Catholic School

Annelise Shelton ’07 was the recipient of the Excellence in Catholic Education award.

Congratulations to LEAH PRICE QUEEN and her husband, Jeff. The couple welcomed their son, Wyatt Cohen, on February 27, 2021. Leah and her family reside in Clover, SC.

James Proffitt ’08 married Natalie Lesinski on July 21, 2021.

Obi Okwara ’08 and Braden Hanson’08 served as groomsmen.

Congratulations to JENNA BRANNER RUDE and her husband, Jake, who welcomed Remi James on November 7, 2021. Remi joins her big sister, Leea. The Rudes live in Charlotte, NC.

Wyatt Cohen Queen is the son of Leah Price ’07 and Jeff Queen.

Caroline Hawkins ’07 married Matthew Pfister on September 19, 2020. Due to COVID, the couple changed their honeymoon plans and relocated to Sayulitia, Mexico, and rescued their puppy, Jali.

2008

JULIAN GENKINS graduated from Vanderbilt

Leea and Remi are the daughters of Jenna Branner ’08 and Jake Rude.

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2009

Catie Faison catie.faison@gmail.com Congratulations to MORGAN HOLT JOHNSON and her husband, Cody, who welcomed Ella Jane on September 2, 2021.

As the newest resident in the Ladybug room in The Nest at Latin, Ella is already true blue. Morgan continues to teach Grade 2 in the Lower School.

David Pearson ’09 has returned to Charlotte, NC, and works at Lineberger Orthodontics.

2010

Rachel Kokenes rachelkokenes6392@ gmail.com

Ella Jane Johnson is the daughter of Morgan Holt ’09 and Cody Johnson.

JOHN BARRY is a partner and North American division director of Analog, a global boutique booking agency.

Analog is a talent agency hyper-focused on DJs and artists in the specialty world of electronic music.

Congratulations to Kate and JACKSON HENSON, who welcomed Brooks Harding on July 25, 2021.

John Barry ’10 is the North American division director of Analog, a global boutique booking agency.

Brooks Harding Henson is the son of Kate and Jackson Henson ’09.

DAVID PEARSON recently returned to Charlotte, NC, where he is an orthodontist at Lineberger Orthodontics (Celebrate Latin Presenting Sponsor). David received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine and Certificate in Orthodontics from The Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University.

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Congratulations to CHASE CARBONE and Claire Mayes, who were married September 5, 2020. at the Daniel Island Club in Charleston, SC. Hawks in the wedding party were groomsmen, THOMAS ASHCRAFT and PAUL PASCHAL. Chase, Thomas, and Paul were also Phi Delta Theta fraternity brothers at UNC-Chapel Hill and former tri-captains of the Hawks’ State Championship Football Team in 2009. Chase and Claire reside in Charlotte,

Chase Carbone ’10 married Claire Mayes on September 5, 2020, in Charleston, SC.

NC, where Chase works as a Regional Brand Manager for Kraft Heinz and Claire works as a National Account Manager at JM Smucker Co. Congratulations to EFFE GHARTEY-TAGOE and Andrew Gibson ’09, who were married on December 10, 2021 in a traditional Ghanaian ceremony which was followed by a whitedress wedding the next night. Wedding party members included: Aseda Ghartey-Tagoe ‘12, Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe ‘14, Claire Gibson ‘11, Taylor Gibson ‘06, Brian Gibson ‘78, Austin Medall ‘09, Chris Davies ‘09 and BLAIR CARSON. Lots of other Hawks were in attendance and a good time was had by all in Greenville, SC. The Gibsons live in Charlotte, NC where Effe is an Implementation Manager at Cedar and Andrew is a Financial Advisor at Vanguard. (See below and next page.)

Effe Ghartey-Tagoe ’10 and Andrew Gibson ’09 were married on December 10, 2021.

BECKY GREEN HIGH and her husband, Eric, joyfully welcomed their son, Layton Richard High, on August 15, 2021. Becky works for Compass Group as a Senior Sustainability Manager. She and her family live in Charlotte, NC, and enjoy being outside in the mountains and at the beach.

Layton Richard, son of Becky Green High ’10, with his fur sibling, Rúa.

McCALLIE JONES WINSTEAD recently started working as a realtor in Greenville, SC. She lives in Greenville with her husband, Thomas, and their two children, Shepard and Rossi.

McCallie Jones ’10 and Thomas Winstead with their children, Shepard and Rossi.

Effe Ghartey-Tagoe ’10 and Andrew Gibson ’09 were married on December 10, 2021.

2011

Sophia Hilliard-Arce soficarmen@yahoo.com

Language Arts Academy in Charlotte, NC. Collinswood Language Arts Academy is a K-8 bilingual school.

Lindsey Benfield lbenfield2@gmail.com

Will Branner ’12 and Grayson Foster’s ’12 music video “Cash Money Honey” was featured at the Culver City Film Festival.

After taking an extended break from swimming, LESLIE HAMILTON was invited by a friend to do an open water swim and has since become hooked.

Leslie’s latest open water accomplishment included swimming the length of Lake Tahoe, all 21.3 miles in 11 hours and 33 minutes. Leslie currently lives in Manhattan, NY, and trains in the Hudson River. (See below.)

2012

Claire Pace cpace792@gmail.com Kathryn Watts kathrynsimswatts@gmail.com From CLS to CLA! MARY CAMERON FAISON and Alex Kern ’11 are both teachers at Collinswood

Congratulations to LIZA ROBINSON, daughter of Shep Robinson ’81, who married Rob Williams on April 24, 2021, on Kiawah Island, SC. Liza and Rob live in Atlanta, GA, where Liza is a registered dietician. She recently opened Balance Health Consulting which offers an interdisciplinary collaborative holistic approach to care. The practice provides comprehensive and individualized support of a client’s mind and body, and strives to work within the context of one’s physical environment, social environment, genetics, biology, current state of health, and desired state of overall well-being.

Alex Kern ’11 and Mary Cameron Faison ’12 teach at Collinswood Language Arts Academy in Charlotte, NC.

Congratulations to WILL BRANNER and GRAYSON FOSTER, founders of Dawg Paw Productions, whose music video “Cash Money Honey” was featured at the Culver City Film Festival.

Kirsten Dyer ’12, Ann Lyndon Griffin ’12, Aseda Ghartey-Tagoe ’12, Mary Cameron Faison ’12, Liza Robinson Williams ’12, Mia Kane ’12, Amma Okwara ’12, Katharina Miles ’12, and Lucy Brock ’13.

In Memoriam James “Jay” Young Robinson III ‘83 June 16, 2021 Marshall Eugene Insley ’98 October 17, 2021 Michael Scott Addington ‘80 January 22, 2022 Paul Alexander Fellers ‘77 January 24, 2022

Varsity Swim Coach Patty Waldron and Leslie Hamilton ’11 in October at a Mecklenburg Swim Association (MSA) shake-out swim. Leslie recently completed swimming across Lake Tahoe.

Kevin Edward Sternagle ’95 March 10, 2022

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Wealth Management Client Associate in Charlotte, NC.

Avery ’15 and Charlie ’13 Horvath with Tom Dubick, Director of Innovation and Design.

2013

Jacob Nabatoff jacobsnabatoff@gmail.com Welcome home to siblings CHARLIE HORVATH and Avery ’15! Avery and Charlie have returned to campus to participate in the FabAcademy. The FabAcademy is a rigorous, hands-on course where various machinery and skills are taught each week culminating with a final project designed to demonstrate mastery of the techniques learned. The 6-month course can only be taken at a Fab Lab node, which are certified Fab Labs that have the resources required to offer the class.

The CLS Fab Lab is one of 81 nodes in the world, one of only six in the United States, and it is the ONLY node open to high school students.

WALTER LOVEJOY spent President’s Day weekend skiing with LOUIS

STEPHENS and ADAM HERRMANN. The group skied Vail and ended the day with the backcountry “Minturn Mile” from the top of Vail to Minturn (an old mining town in the valley) and capped off the weekend at the Minturn Saloon — the most historic restaurant in the valley.

Walter lives in Denver, CO, where he works at Shiplify in operations management.

Louis works for Brookfield Asset Management in New York City, and Adam holds down the fort in Charlotte where he is Assistant Vice President at LMC Investments. (See below.)

Congratulations to HAYDEN SHOFFNER, whose Byrdie Golf Social Wear product was featured in Vogue as part of its “You’ll Want to Sport This Golf Gear On and Off the Course” feature. Hayden lives in Charlotte where she is the co-founder of Byrdie Gold Social Wear, a luxury women’s golf brand that bridges the gap between fashion and performance.

2014

Carter Anderson carter.a.anderson2@ gmail.com Gracie Ghartey-Tagoe g.gharteytagoe@gmail.com Kudos to CARTER ANDERSON, who started a new job at Merrill Lynch as a

Louis Stephens ’13, Walter Lovejoy ’13, and Adam Herrmann ’13 with John Wayne at the Minturn Saloon.

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CAROLINE ATWELL is currently finishing up her second season with Avant Chamber Ballet in Dallas, TX, and recently had the privilege to perform the principal role in George Balanchine’s iconic ballet, Concerto Barocco. This ballet has been described by many as “music made visible” as two dynamic lead ballerinas depict both violin soloists in the orchestra. With a corps de ballet (large group) of 8 women, 2 principal women, and 1 principal man, it is known as one of the most demanding in Balanchine’s Repertoire for its intense technical requirements as well as its stamina challenges.

Molly Hair on May 8, 2021, in Cashiers, NC. Molly and John recently relocated to Washington, D.C., where John is a Platoon Leader in Honor Guard Company, 3rd US Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) at Fort Myer, VA. In this role, he helps conduct funerals in Arlington National Cemetery, arrivals for foreign Heads of State, and General Officer retirement ceremonies. (See below.)

Caroline Atwell ’14 is in her second season with Avant Chamber Ballet in Dallas, TX.

Congratulations to JOHN McGINNIS, who married

Hayden Shoffner ’14 co-founded Byrdie Golf Social Wear with Rachelle Williams.

Their line was recently featured in Vogue.

Hawks from the Class of 2014 celebrate the marriage of Molly Hair and John McGinnis ’14 on May 8, 2021 in Cashiers, NC. Front row: Drew Hanff ’14, Carter Sheridan ’14, Calvin Mitchener ’14 Back row: Nick Boyd ’14, John McGinnis ’14, Josh Harley ’14, Gaines Dyer ’14, Nick Gardner ’14, Tommy Royther ’14, Parks Robinson ’14, Mason LeDonne ’14, and Austin Schellpfeffer ’14.

MITCHELL MALAK, RALEY ORNDORFF, BEN SCOTT, and BRADY WHITMORE cheered him and the Varsity Boys Basketball team on in Belk Gym. (See below, left.)

Hawks from the Class of 2014 and 2015 cheered on Daniel Jones ’15 when the NY Giants played the Miami Dolphins in Miami, FL, in early December.

2015

Leila Evans lwevans@live.unc.edu Gray Smith gms@live.unc.edu Matthew Swimmer matthewswimmer6@ gmail.com

performing arts school in the world. In a class of 22 students from across the globe, Coleman was one of only three Americans accepted into the program.

He currently resides in Glasgow, Scotland, where he is pursuing opportunities in theater and film.

Christian Mackey ’14, JACK GITLIN, ALEC HANFF, and KANYON TUTTLE traveled to Miami, FL, to cheer on DANIEL JONES when the New York Giants played the Miami Dolphins. (See above.)

Congratulations to GRACE MORRIS who started a new position with Wake Forest University in WinstonSalem, NC, as the Assistant Director of Creative Communications, Video Content Creator. Grace works with the University to create videos including everything from campus life, campus traditions, and stories about student experiences. Grace returns to North Carolina after spending two years in Texas. She is excited to be closer to home and for a new career challenge.

Congratulations to MARGARET ROBELEN, who married Reid Hodges on Kiawah Island, SC, on September 5, 2021. Many Hawks were in attendance including EMILY BARRY, MOLLY BRICE, JENNIFER CHAPPELL, KYLE ENSOR, ABBY HINRICHS, ANDREW McKINNEY, E.C. MYERS, FOARD NAUMANN, KASSIE NIELSON, and ADDIE ROBARDS. (See below.)

Kudos to TAYLOR WOOLLEN, who started her first year of med school at the Medical University of South Carolina.

2016

E.C. Myers ecmm97@gmail.com Gabrielle Smith gnsmith4@gmail.com COLEMAN DAVID CAMPBELL recently graduated with a Master’s in Musical Theatre from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, ranked the third

Coleman Campbell ’16 graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

CALEB JORDAN, Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach, had a cheering section of his own when classmates

Raley Orndorff ’16, Brady Whitmore ’16, Mitchell Malak ’16, Ben Scott ’16 with Varsity Boys Assistant Coach Caleb Jordan ’16.

Grace Morris is the Assistant Director of Creative Communications, Video Content Creator for Wake Forest University.

Taylor Woollen ’16 celebrates her white coat ceremony with her parents Susan and Hayes Woollen.

Margaret Robelen ’16 celebrates her wedding day with Hawks from the Class of 2016.

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2018

Mary Griggs mary.griggs00@gmail.com

The Shady Bunch were the winners of the 2nd Annual Mission 34 Kickball Tournament.

Kudos to The Shady Bunch who were the winners of the 2nd Annual Mission 34 Kickball Tournament. Mission 34, a nonprofit organization founded in memory of SEAN BONNER, strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental illness through awareness, education, and communication.

Congratulations to MELVIN ROUSE II on his accomplishments on and off the field at Yale University.

Melvin was the only studentathlete recognized on the All-Ivy second team as both a wide receiver and a return specialist.

2017 DENTON CLARK works for Vannoy Construction as Assistant Superintendent.

He is currently based in Boone, NC, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude from Appalachian State University in May with a degree in Construction Management. His current projects include the major renovation and 92,000 square foot expansion of Watauga Medical Center and its nearby off-campus offices.

Denton Clark ’17 works for Vannoy Construction as Assistant Superintendent.

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ASHTON BARLOW served as the Intern Program Manager for the 2021 Isabella Santos Foundation Intern Program. Ashton led a group of more than 100 high school, college, and graduate student intern leads. That group also included fellow Hawk, Ryan Brouse ’19. Ashton continues her work with the foundation virtually as their Junior Development Officer during her senior year at the College of Charleston. (See below.)

Congratulations to CLAUDIA DICKEY, who signed as a goalkeeper for women’s professional soccer team OL Reign based in Seattle, WA. Claudia was the 20th Tar Heel taken in the National Women’s Soccer League Draft and the firstever goalie. She is a senior at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Melvin Rouse II ’17 was recognized as All-Ivy as both a wide receiver and a return specialist.

Congratulations to HARRISON KARP, who was named a National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Scholar All-American in May 2021. Harrison was a threeyear starter for the Wesleyan University wrestling team.

Harrison Karp ’17 was named a National Wrestling Coaches Association Scholar All-American.

Claudia Dickey ’18 signed as a goalkeeper with the OL Reign, a founding member of the National Women’s Soccer League.

CADY HAMMER was recently awarded the Harrison Ruffin Tyler Award for a Rising Senior from the History department at The College of William & Mary.

The award includes a small scholarship to support Cady’s honors thesis research on diplomatic relationships between allies during the Crusades. Cady’s third book, entitled Chasing War, was released in September 2021

by Cady’s small press firm Black Lily Press. Chasing War is the second book in her Chasing Fae trilogy.

Cady Hammer ’18 received the Harrison Ruffin Tyler Award at The College of William & Mary.

Congratulations to MATTHEW JORDAN, who was elected to Clemson University’s Undergraduate Senate. Matthew serves as Chair of the Inclusion and Equity Committee.

His favorite part of being chair is that it allows him to “facilitate change that positively benefits the lives of historically and institutionally marginalized

Last summer, Ashton Barlow ’18 led a group of interns for the Isabella Santos Foundation while she served as the Intern Program Manager. Ashton will continue this role next summer.

students. In engaging with students, collaborating with multicultural student organizations, and meeting with administrators, I have been given the opportunity to influence Clemson’s future in a manner that encourages and embraces diversity.”

Matthew Jordan ’18 serves on Clemson University’s Undergraduate Senate and chairs the Inclusion and Equity Committee.

at Luxfer Graphic Arts, a magnesium rolling and photoengraving company.

One of the projects Evan worked on was a wear tester. (A wear tester is a precision instrument used for wear testing that allows the operator to control critical inputs such as speed, test load, stroke length, and other factors. This is an integral part of reducing variation and ensuring results will be repeatable and reproducible.) Evan is a Mechanical Engineering major at Washington University in St. Louis.

ELLIE PERRIGO spent the summer working for the Kansas City Chiefs as a Training Camp Intern.

During her time with the Chiefs, Ellie assisted in setting up, breaking down, and running various areas of Training Camp. Ellie is a Communications major with a double minor in Sports Administration and Broadcast Journalism at the University of Miami in Miami, FL.

2019

Tripp Hughes tripphughes@me.com EVAN DORSEL recently worked as a materials research intern on research and development projects

the University of Georgia, enjoyed a weekend in Florence, Italy. Both are enjoying their semesters abroad; Grace is studying in Barcelona, Spain, and Merrill is in Rome, Italy.

Merrill Dowdy ’19 and Grace Armstrong ’19 reunited in Florence, Italy, during their semesters abroad.

Sara ’20 and Ana Kenefick ’20 are members of the University of Pennsylvania gymnastics team.

RACHEL LEBDA spent her fall semester studying abroad in London and worked at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

Rachel is currently enrolled in NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts as a Drama major.

Road trip! Blair Carriker Donald ’85 helped her daughter, MARION DONALD, drive across the country and back. After taking a gap year which included a Seamester crewing, working in Jackson Hole, WY, and taking a National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) Wilderness First Responder course, Marion ended her year-long adventure in Banks, ID. In Banks, Marion spent the summer working as a whitewater rafting guide and shuttle driver before heading off to the University of Virginia in the fall.

Congratulations to ALEXIS SUDJIANTO, who made her first hole-in-one for Carnegie Mellon University’s Women’s Golf program.

Evan Dorsel ’19 interned with Luxfer Graphic Arts.

In February, MERRILL DOWDY, a junior at Washington and Lee University, and GRACE ARMSTRONG, a junior at Alexis Sudjianto ’19 made her first hole-in-one while playing on Jekyll Island, GA.

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Ellie Perrigo ’18 spent the summer as an intern for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Congratulations to ANA and SARA KENEFICK, members of the University of Pennsylvania gymnastics team, who set a new Ivy League Team Score record with a total score of 195.375.

On their return trip home from Banks, ID, Blair Carriker Donald ’85 and her daughter, Marion Donald ’20, met up with Ginny Carson Cobb’s ’85 daughter, Ann Mills Cobb, in Jackson Hole, WY.

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A fond farewell and best wishes to our faculty and staff retiring this spring.

Your contributions over the course of your careers have made a significant impact on the school and our students.

Bonnie Proctor 24 Years

Pete McEachern 33 Years

Fletcher Gregory 31 Years

Maria Klein 25 Years

Lee Horton 37 Years

CLASS NOTES, continued.

TAYLOR HENRY, Kaelin Bush ’16, Hope Dragelin ’15, Matigan Simpson ’18, Patrick Shea ’14, Steven Glaser ’15, and Reilly Shea ’16 reunited in Boston for Boston College’s homecoming in the fall.

Be sure to read

Under the Covered Walkways

2021 John Beecy ’19, RYAN HIRSCH and part of the Varsity Boys Basketball coaching staff cheered on GRAHAM CALTON when the Vanderbilt men’s basketball team played against South Carolina.

Graham is a guard on the Vanderbilt team.

Hawks flocked together in Boston for Boston College’s homecoming in October.

SHARING THE HIDDEN GEMS AND EVERYDAY WONDERS OF OUR LATIN COMMUNITY

Ryan Hirsh ’21, Graham Calton ’21 and John Beecy ’19 at Vanderbilt’s basketball game against South Carolina.

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