Griffin Development Shorts
What’s New In Development The EITC Program Supports CFS Scholarships Local Companies’ Generosity Helps Qualified CFS Students Receive Critical Scholarships
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Patrick Paro, Director of Business Development for IMC Construction, presents an EITC contribution to The Rev. Edmund K. (Ned) Sherrill II From left are John P. Wilwol, CFS Director of Development, Mr. Paro, Mr. Sherrill, and Neil Fanelli, CFS Vice President of Finance.
hanks to the generosity of many local companies, qualified CFS students have received critical scholarships. Gifts to CFS through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC) have already totaled $36,700 this year. Donors include The Bryn Mawr Trust, Burns Engineering, DNB, IMC, Meridian Bank, and Philip Rosenau Company. The EITC Program allows firms to receive up to 90% in
tax credits for their contributions to approved scholarship organizations, such as CFS. Their federal taxes further reduce the cost of these contributions, which assist CFS’s most deserving students. Seventy-five million dollars in tax credits will be available in the coming year. Corporations wishing more information about this extraordinary and very simple win-win program should contact the CFS Development Office at 610.363.5383 for more information.
New CFS Scholars Program CFS Scholars Program Invites Donors to Support Deserving Students
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his year, for the first time, CFS pairs donors with students, offering an opportunity to meet the boys whose futures they impact so strongly. Through the new CFS Scholars Program, students and their sponsors will get together for lunch at CFS, with other students and sponsors. The program will create a real connection between an exemplary young man and an adult wishing to make a difference in his life. According to Mr. Sherrill, “CFS has been committed to the cause of justice in education for more that ninety years. Our financial model is dedicated to underwriting most if not all of a deserving boy’s education needs, and we seek to do even better through the CFS Scholars Program. Sponsoring a boy will bridge the gap between other scholarships, tuition and the actual cost of attending CFS. In return, sponsors will see firsthand how their involvement impacts this extraordinary mission through the eyes of an individual student. Initial sponsors include Head of School, Mr. Ned Sherrill and his wife Lizette, Board Chair Mark Carroll and his wife Joanne, and Director Steve Darby with his wife Carolyn. Alumni Christopher Clark ’84, Eric Nordstrom ’62 and Keith Voelker ’64 with his wife Linda are also sponsoring students, as is former member of the Board of Managers and a longtime CFS friend Georgina Bissell who sponsors 2 students. The cost of the CFS Scholars Program is $6,000 per year. Please call John Wilwol in the Development Office (610.363.5363 or JWilwol@ gocfs.net) for more information.
Parents’ Annual Fund More than Doubles Support Fund Helps bridge The gap between tuition and actual cost
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nder the leadership of Bob Brown P’14 and Gertrude Go P’14, the CFS Parents’ Annual Fund, which helps to bridge the gap between tuition and the actual cost of educating a student, increased giving by 273% by the end of calendar year 2011. Gratitude and congratulations are due to Parent Representatives, Patti McLaughlin, Maureen Parents’ Annual Fund chairs Bob Brown Martinez, Sarah PeP’14 and Gertrude Go P’14 sha, Donna Zarycranski, Shauna Elvin, Ellen Ross, Heather Myers and Jackie Sharp. Gratitude also goes to Ms. Ae Sim Kim, who translated the annual fund letter for CFS’s international parents.
Parent Annual Fund donor, Hector Flores, explains why he gives to CFS “Our son is rising to his full potential. We could not be more grateful to CFS.”
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our years ago, Luis attended a boarding school fair sponsored by the Boy’s Club of New York. We were initially impressed with the beauty of the campus and the bearing of the boys. Today, four years later, we are impressed with so much more: The small classes, the wonderful athletic programs (Luis is involved in baseball and wrestling), and the dedication and the excellence of the faculty and staff members, all of whom work so hard on behalf of the boys. My son particularly loves the wrestling program, which his New York City public school does not offer. Wrestling has helped him develop confidence. Indeed, this year, in all ways, he is maturing and meeting his full potential.
CFS Coach Art Smith discusses wrestling strategy with Luis Flores prior to his match.
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DNB First representatives Diana Mattingly, Vice President, and Richard Webber, Director of Wealth Management, present DNB’s EITC contribution to The Rev. Edmund K. (Ned) Sherrill II, CFS Head of School (Center).
Why do I give to the Parents’ Annual Fund? I only wish I could give more. You cannot put a price on what CFS has done for my son. We talk a great deal about the fact that next year will be Luis’s last. I just want to give my wholehearted thanks to everybody at CFS.
Students Benefit From Bequests “Please consider including CFS in your will. It’s easy. The next time you meet with your attorney or financial planner, simply tell him or her the legal name of the School is “Church Farm School.” Your bequest can be large or small. Bequests have been the lifeblood of the School since its founding in 1918. If you have any questions about bequests, we have two brochures you will find helpful: Questions and Answers about Wills and Bequests and How to Make a Will that Works. Your will is the centerpiece of your estate plan. And it makes it possible for you to fulfill personal wishes that may save your heirs from problems that can arise when you fail to plan. If you wish one or both of these brochures, please contact John Wilwol by phone at 610.363.5363 or by email at JWilwol@gocfs.net.
The Maroon & Grey
Class Notes Ralph Held ’34 (k6qs@webtv.net) was recently awarded a certificate by the Quarter Century Wireless Association in San Diego for his 75 years as an Amateur Radio Operator. Ralph reports amateur radio was the mode to make friends worldwide in over 300 countries. Henry Wein ’59 (weinphoto@aol.com) and wife Joan relocated from Bucks County to Fort Mill, SC in December to be near children and grandchildren. The gorgeous weather and golf are a bonus! Alemayehu Addis ’97 (alemayehuaddis@yahoo.com) married Eileen McGinley of Havertown, PA on November 26, 2011. Their wedding ceremony was officiated by The Rev. Edmund K. Sherrill II at the Chapel of the Atonement at CFS. The reception followed at Eileen’s alma mater, Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, in Bryn Mawr. Stephen Loney, Esq. ’97 was the best man. Alemayehu and Eileen have known each other since high school and began dating four years ago when they both moved back to the Philadelphia area. They currently live in King of Prussia. Marvin de Trinidad Garcia ’99 (mgarcia@gocfs.net) and Shana Beverly were married on September 10, 2011 at St. John’s Church in Paulsboro, NJ and celebrated their wedding at the Hyatt at Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia. They were joined by their loving parents, siblings, family and friends. Hassan Symes ’00 served as best man and Ervin Garcia ’02 as groomsman. It was a beautiful celebration which joined these two families and their two cultures.
Jonathan Harrar ’02 (jonathanharrar@gmail.com), CFS cottage faculty and member of the development office, has recently been admitted to the Pennsylvania bar. A cum laude graduate of Widener University School of Law, where he served on law review and moot court, Jonathan was a Widener Merit Scholar and a recipient of the Alexander V. Sarcione, Jr. Memorial Award.
Thomas Johnstone ’09 (tomj4691@ gmail.com), a junior at Elizabethtown College, studied abroad this fall in The Gambia, a developing country on the coast of West Africa. Tom reports, “Although poverty and suffering are rampant, the people are incredibly happy and equally proud, and they have taught me a lot about what really matters in life.” Kenny Rodgers ’09 (kennethjr77@yahoo.com), while completing his junior year at Berklee College in Boston, is simultaneously making his first album ‘Red Balloon’ and, in the process, has reconnected with CFS classmates and teachers. To hear his music, follow this link: http://www.kickstarter. com/projects/1351732632/support-kenneth-gizmo-rodgersdebut-album-red-ball.
Temple Center strives to excel in both sports and academics
Returning to CFS to speak to the student body during a Chapel service, Micheal Eric ’07 reunited with old and new CFS staff members (from left) Director of Academics Ken Rodgers, Basketball Coach Marc Turner and Chaplain John Daniels.
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emple center Micheal Eric ’07, who is winning praise for his significant contributions to recent Temple victories, returned to CFS on February 1 to speak to the student body during a Wednesday Chapel Service. Rich Lunardi introduced CFS Coach Marc Turner, describing him, “as a coach as highly thought of as any in Chester County.” Marc, in turn, in- Coach Mark Turner and Micheal troduced Micheal as “a guy I consider Eric ’07 reunite in the Chapel my son, not because of what he has before Micheal’s speech to the accomplished, but because of who he student body. is.” Micheal spoke to the students about his efforts to excel in both sports and academics. Mike is currently pursuing a master’s degree in adult and organizational development. Before leaving the Chapel, he presented a basketball signed by the entire Temple team to Mr. Sherrill.
CFS Alumni Service Awards Nominations
he CFS Alumni Association Executive Committee will present Alumni Service Awards in recognition of outstanding service to both the School and community. The awards will convey the importance of volunteerism and inspire our current CFS students to emulate this type of “giving back.” Nominations will be accepted for an outstanding alumnus who volunteers his time and energy for the good of CFS and also for an alumnus who volunteers his time in his community. Nominations may be made by any member of the school community, and should consist of no more than one page of documentation. Send your nominations to Director of Alumni Relations Lori McDermott at LMcDermott@gocfs.net or mail to CFS, 1001 E. Lincoln Hwy., Exton, PA 19341 no later than Monday, March 12, 2012. The awards will be presented by the CFS Alumni Association Executive Committee at the Spring Alumni Dinner scheduled for April 28, 2012.
Winter/Spring 2012
Bernard W. VanLeer ’34 James T. Lacey ’40 Horace M. Crothamel ’43 William F. Farley ’49 Frederick W. Humphreys ’53 Gregory G. Dix ’66
Paul Hembekides ’08 (hembo2828@yahoo.com), a senior at Cedarville University, was recently hired as a Sports Information Director Intern. His primary responsibility at this time is covering basketball games and doing game write-ups for the local newspapers. His work has been featured in the local newspapers including Springfield News-Sun and Xenia Daily Gazette.
Temple’s Micheal Eric ’07 Speaks At CFS
Mike presents a basketball autographed by Temple team members to Head of School Mr. Sherrill, while Director of Alumni Relations Lori McDermott, and Coach Marc Turner look on.
In Memoriam
The Rev. Thomas W.S. Logan, Jr. ’68 Christopher A. Cull ’74 James G. Rezvani ’77
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Lunches With Alums
ate last fall, Director of Alumni Relations Lori McDermott and Director of Development John Wilwol made a trip to the Long Beach Island area to share lunch and de- Bill Morton ’56, S. Gray Whetlightful conversation stone, Jr. ’60 and Ted Hordeski with three NJ alum- ’56 with Lori McDermott ni and their wives. Gray Whetstone ’60, accompanied by wife Marian, helped to organize the get-together at the local Olive Garden Restaurant. Classmates Ted Hordeski ’56 and Bill Morton ’56 enjoyed reminiscing of their days on “The Farm” as wives Laura and Diane listened about their husband’s days on the milk squad. Gray, who likes to cook when he is not busy volunteering, offered to host the next gathering at the Whetstone home this spring. Lori and John also ventured to Long Island to dine with Eric Nordstrom ’62 and Mike Russo ’67 at a local restaurant. While out and about, it was a great way to keep Eric and Mike informed of the good things taking place at CFS and to say thanks for all they do to support the School.
CFS Hall of Athletic Honor Nominations
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all of Athletic Honor Nominations – The fourth group of inductees into the CFS Hall of Athletic Honor will be announced at the CFS Alumni Dinner on Saturday, April 28. Alumni, parents, staff, and friends are invited to nominate athletes, coaches, managers, and boosters for membership consideration. Nominations and a supporting narrative should be sent to Lori McDermott at LMcDermott@gocfs.net or to the School’s mailing address no later than March 1, 2012. A maximum of three candidates will be inducted into the Hall of Athletic Honor every other year. Current inductees include: Earl Wilkins ’26
Gino Sullivan ’79
Rod Peddrick ’36
Brett Fortune ’86
Newt Disney ’48
Dozie Mbonu ’88
Dan Hutchinson ’52
John Ceschan ’94
Michael Wallington ’60
Jack Kistler – Booster
Bruce Hotaling ’62
Joe Rhile – Coach
Bill Eastridge ’63 Norman Capp ’64
Dr. Charles W. Shreiner, Jr. – Booster
Jeff Warren ’68
Art Smith – Coach
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