FROM THE DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY A NOTE
Dear Corbett Prep Families,
As we reflect on the past school year, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for the generosity, enthusiasm, and community spirit that define Corbett Prep. Your support, whether through time, talent, or treasure, has made a meaningful impact on our students, teachers, and programs this year.
Thanks to your giving, we’ve been able to enhance our learning environments, support our dedicated faculty, and create experiences that enrich the lives of every student on campus. From campus improvements to innovative classroom tools and extracurricular opportunities, your contributions make Corbett Prep more than just a school, they make us thrive as a community.
Looking ahead, we encourage you to stay engaged and continue your support. Every gift, big or small, helps sustain the vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment our children deserve. Whether it’s participating in the Big Event, contributing to our Annual Fund, or volunteering your time, your involvement fuels our mission and models the importance of giving back.
Thank you again for being part of the Corbett Prep family. We’re deeply grateful for all that we’ve accomplished together this year and even more excited for what’s to come.
Warmly,
Samantha Beller Director of Philanthropy
A NOTE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Dear Corbett Prep Families and Friends,
As I begin my journey as the new Head of School, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you who supported Corbett Prep through your generous giving last school year. Your commitment to our community makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and teachers every day.
I’m truly excited for the year ahead and look forward to working together to continue building on the strong foundation you’ve helped create. Here’s to a fresh new chapter filled with joy, growth, and possibility!
With gratitude,
Jennifer Jagdmann Head of School
MEET THE
BOARD
President Jeff
Shannon
Heather Ceresoli
David Bellini
Michelle Blume
Jim Clark
Carlton Fleming
Kal Gullapalli
Cornelia Corbett
Vice President
Dr. Stephanie Carey
Secretary
Osman Haque
Stacy Krumin
Marcie Mueller
Donna Rocco
Scott Rothstein
Stuart Sierra
Dr. Karolyn Snyder
Brooke Soileau-Henning
John Tomlin
Vera Murphy Trayner
To put our children first.
To have a positive impact on the greater community.
OUR VISION
To develop globally-minded students who are culturally aware and respectful of diversity.
To accelerate learning by creating a brain-friendly learning environment that is joyful and challenging, stimulating and productive, nurturing with high standards and high expectations, encouraging a strong work ethic and ethical conduct with dignity and respect for all.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
“Corbett Preparatory School was founded on and remains devoted to the ideal that a happy child…one who is given respect as a unique human being and allowed to fulfill his/her needs to play, to investigate, and to be him/ herself…is more open to learning than a child who is unhappy, tense, and fearful. We consider it our responsibility to foster each child’s capacity for learning, to help him/her grow morally, spiritually, and emotionally, as well as physically and intellectually.
Recognizing the many differences in learning rates and styles, we believe in individualizing each child’s school experience to whatever extent is possible for the fullest development of his/her potential. It is our belief that school should be interesting and even exciting; that each child’s work and behavior should be evaluated in terms of his/ her own inherent capacity rather than through comparison with others; and that cooperation is more valuable than competition.
Our goal is to provide a relaxed but stimulating atmosphere wherein each child feels acceptance and encouragement in the achievement of success through the exercise of responsible choice.”
Founders: Marilyn Gatlin and Betty Anderson, 1968
TOTAL GIVING OUR MISSION
$701,000
July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
YOUR GENEROSITY AT WORK
Each project highlighted on this page was made possible thanks to the generosity of Corbett Prep donors during the 2024-25 school year. Whether in the classroom, on the campus, or in the community, your support helps bring big ideas to life. These projects reflect the power of giving and the impact it has on every student, every day.
PROJECT LIST
• Electric Gates and Fences
• Professional Development
• Cheerleader Uniforms
• Corbett Prep Wind Screens
• Community Carnival
• Videography Equipment
• Ongoing Upgrades to Classroom Spaces
APP LAB SUSTAINABILITY
The App Lab fuels innovation at Corbett Prep! Annual Giving supports ongoing enhancements, ensuring students continue to explore, design, and create with cutting-edge technology and materials.
• Computer Upgrades
• New Fine Arts Sound Equipment
• Classroom Remodels
• Ongoing Upgrades to Middle School Sports Equipment
• Flexible Seating and Desks
• App Lab Equipment Upgrades and Sustainability
• Resodding the Middle School Field
• Classroom Room Dividers
• Playground Enhancements
• PreK through 8th Grade Physical Education Equipment
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Investing in our students starts with investing in our educators. Annual Giving allows teachers and administrators to attend and lead FCIS conferences, highlighting our culture of lifelong learning and elevating the student experience at Corbett Prep.
CORBETT PREP CARNIVAL
A beloved Corbett Prep tradition! This free community event brings families together for fun and connection, making our school feel even more like home.
CLASSROOM SPACES
From flexible seating to enhanced technology, classroom upgrades create dynamic, engaging learning environments tailored to our students’ needs.
CHEERLEADER UNIFORMS
School spirit shines through our cheerleaders! With new uniforms, they proudly represent Corbett Prep at events, fostering pride and camaraderie among students and families.
CODED GATES
Safety is our top priority. These secure, coded gates ensure that our campus remains a protected and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and families.
WHY WE GIVE
THE GULLAPALLI FAMILY
“When we moved from Boston three years ago, Corbett Prep welcomed our family with open arms. From the very beginning, both our son, Nari, and our daughter, Anika, felt seen, supported, and embraced for who they are. Corbett has truly become a home away from home. Our kids would stay forever if they could! The wide range of extracurriculars, from Lego Robotics and Bollywood dance to basketball and drama, has nurtured their growth far beyond academics. We’re so grateful for the Corbett community and the way it fosters creativity, confidence, and personality in our children. We’re proud to be part of this special place and look forward to supporting it however we can.”
THE STROLLO FAMILY
THE OSBORNE FAMILY
“We participate in Corbett Prep’s Annual Giving because we believe in the school’s ‘kids first’ philosophy. Supporting Annual Giving is our way of investing in a learning environment where every child is valued, challenged, and inspired to thrive. Corbett Prep prioritizes students’ growth academically, emotionally, and socially, and we’re proud to help sustain the innovative programs, dedicated teachers, and enriching experiences that make this possible.”
-Leandra Osborne, Corbett Prep Teacher
“For our family, giving to Corbett Prep is both a charitable endeavor and an investment in our own sacred community. As an alumnus of IDS myself, I’m keenly aware of how disciplined the school has been in sticking to its core principles and building on the foundation set generations ago by its founders. I believe this mindset has informed its judicious use of its financial resources. The administration continues to maintain a cost-conscious, child-focused mindset when deploying those resources. The dollars we donate to Corbett are used wisely, and totally in service of the children’s well-being; no vanity projects! I’ve never felt better about the ‘ROI’ of a charitable donation than when contributing to our wonderful school.” -Victor Bonilla, Corbett Prep Alumni
THE DIESSELHORST FAMILY
“Our family donates to Corbett Prep to help provide the resources and opportunities that enrich learning experiences for all children. Whether it’s updating classroom technology, supporting extracurricular activities, or enhancing special programs, we enjoy being actively involved in supporting our school and community. We are so grateful that our children and their classmates can thrive in an environment where teachers are empowered and every child has the tools they need to succeed.”
“As parents, we believe in giving our children every opportunity to thrive, not just academically, but emotionally, socially, and creatively. That’s exactly what Corbett Prep provides. From the moment we stepped onto campus, we felt the warmth, energy, and genuine commitment of the faculty and staff. It’s not just a school; it’s a community that sees and nurtures the whole child.
We choose to donate to Corbett Prep because we’ve seen firsthand the difference it makes. We couldn’t ask for a better environment for our two children to spend these important, formative years. They are growing into confident, curious, and compassionate learners thanks to the school’s innovative teaching, global perspective, and joyful approach to education. Our contributions help support the programs, people, and resources that make this experience possible—not only for our kids, but for all students.
We feel so lucky to be part of such an amazing community and are proud to support Corbett Prep and its mission.”
THE BONILLA FAMILY
ANNUAL GIVING DONOR REPORT
Annual Giving plays a crucial role at Corbett Prep by helping bridge the gap between tuition revenue and the actual cost of providing a high-quality educational experience. Tuition alone does not cover all the expenses required to maintain our aboveand-beyond programs and extensive professional development. Corbett Prep strives to stay on the cutting edge of educational resources with enhanced facilities and the ability to fund what is best for students.
Contributions to the Annual Giving Fund enable Corbett Prep to offer an exceptional education without relying on exorbitant tuition increases, keeping the school more accessible to families and fulfilling our mission to be a private school with a public purpose.
HEAD OF SCHOOL COUNCIL
David Bellini
Victor Bonilla and Montana Queler
Matt and Laura Strollo
Benjamin and Amy Bacon
Michael Carelli and Theresa Hutchins
Cornelia and Richard Corbett Kalyan and Krishna Gullapalli
FOUNDERS SOCIETY
Brian Diesselhorst and Lauren Pecora
Stuart and Loretta Sierra
Nick Swisher and JoAnna Garcia Swisher
LEADERSHIP SOCIETY
Sean and Lacey Green
Wade and Bonnie Kornblith
Richard and Jessica Moore
Chris and Vanessa Seminaro
Matt and Alissa Corcoran
EDUCATION SOCIETY
Brian and Julianna Campbell
John and Mary Castronuovo
Phil and Rachel Couture
Aaron and Aimee Daley
Stacy Krumin
Barry and Courtney Lawrance
Craig and Caroline McClain
Erich and Marcie Muensterman
Christopher and Kristen Ochoa
James and Leandra Osborne
Jeff and Allison St. Cyr
Samuel and Sammi Won
Derek and Kay Sierra
Naveen and Christina Bikkasani
Gary and Lindsey Doss
Philip Friedman
Jeff and Gina Shannon
John and Holly Tomlin
Lauren Zopatti
Anonymous
Ajay and Karin Patel
Suresh Subasinghe and Nushani Jayaratn
Christina Swanson
William Swint and Kristin Meyer
Blake and Emily Tomlin
Anonymous
WARRIORS SOCIETY
David and Joann Abraham
Mauricio Alarcon and Sandra Riveros
Brandon and Wendy Allen
David Andino and Araceli Gomez Cruz
Scott and Christine Axelrod
Matthew and Kelly Bednar
Samantha Beller
Michelle Blume
Nicholas and Jocelyn Boigenzahn
Chris and Amber Boles
Rocky Brancato and Holy Difuntorum-Brancato
Charles and Kelsey Broadhurst
Chris and Jamie Brown
Jason Bukowski and Nadya Parvankova
Caio Cagnani and Nidiane Martinelli
Craig and Stephanie Carey
Heather and Anthony Ceresoli
Bo Chen and Sida Qiu
Christo and Erika Christoff
Reinaldo and Maria Cintron
Amit and Pooja Daftari
Matt and Ashley Davis
Anthony DeVita and Lara Ingram
Leo and Christie Dorbad
Michael and AnneMarie Edmonson
Adam Elend and Wing Chiu
Toyin Falodun
Nicole Farantatos
Kaspar and Lauren Fopp
Edward and Sabrina French
James and Nicole Harkness
Rob and Brooke Henning
Ann and Byron Holloway
Timothy and Ariel Howard
Nathan and Caitlin Hyland
Jennifer Jagdmann
Michael and Sarah Johnson
Justin and Kerrie Jones
Curtis Kane and Wendy Gwin-Kane
Matt Karlesky and Kelly Kezer
Brendon and Carleigh Kingsbury
Olexandr Klymenko and Liliya Gevorgyan
Dan and Jessica Krentzman
Jordan and Amy Lee
Michael and Stacy Leeds
Andrew Lehrer
Max Li and Jamie Skiba
Corey and Natali Lilburn
Christopther and Laura Linton
Srikanth Malempati and Sureka Bollepalli
Jennifer Maniscalco
Joseph and Nitza Marcus
Seth and Shelly McClellan
Grady and Amy Miller
Robert Mix and Sheri Lyn
Shawn Monroe and Kim Herd
Russel Bernstine and Marcia Mueller
Michael and Jessica Norris
Jim Novatkoski
Charles and Jennifer O’Brien
Donny Oliver and Yan Ping Qi
Paul and Madeline Olivera
Byron Paul and Charmaine Ong
Anand Parekh and Amanda Rodriguez
Tom Pestock and Rochelle Roman
Thomas and Michelle Praggastis
Robert Rakos and Alyssa Brownell
David and Melanie Reade
Brian and Vena Reiziss
Jose and Juliana Ribeiro
Trae and Kimberley Robrock
Nicholas and Melanie Rodriguez
Scott and Kathleen Rothstein
Andy Rouse and Kathryn Smith Rouse
Preston and Elisa Runyan
Laurence Sta. Ines and Lai Chau
John Schurman and Jennie King
Jimmy Small and Alla Lychak
Brian and Reena Smith
Scott and Leah Smith
Karolyn Snyder
Philippe and Karine Spiess
Eric and Nicolle Strikowski
Thomas and Denise Scott
Greg and Emma Tomlin
Andrew Trayner and Vera Murphy Trayner
Chris and Melissa Varga
Joe and Miriam Vattamattam
Karen Vaughan
Alex and Kimberly Wadsworth
Mike and Melissa Ward
Dominic and Courtney Wilson
Anonymous
EXCELLENCE CLUB
Brian and Sharyn Beach
John and Nadia Benitoa
Ted and Gergana Bernson
David and Nina Botello
Andrew Buckingham
Hector and Amanda Castro
Nancy Cersonsky
Ryan Clarke and Catherine Bavetta-Clarke
James Clark and Carol Fleenor
Pamela Coleman
Marcus and Rachel Cruz
David and Anne Dreifke
Raymond and Francine Dupuis
Ericka Elder
Russell and Lisa Ferlita
Christina Ferrone
Felek and Bridget Abbas
Katie Adamski
John and Margaret Andrade
Michael and Ashleigh Bell
Nathan and Rebekah Bacheller
Ryan and Samantha Barber
Jim and Brittney Barrie
Suds Batabyal and Anaisy Pargas
Ben and Danielle Biebel
Paul and Lily Bilpuch
Anna Bishop
Brandon and Brittany Blue
Nick and Sammi Borosh
Debi Brockmeyer
Cadat and Vianna Broderick
Dawn and Rick Bronson
Michael and Cindy Brown
Matt and Claire Bruneau
Mihail and Rodica Burduja
Justin Bushway
Eric and Alyssa Campbell
William Carpenter and Lani Boothman-Carpenter
Cliff and Malissa Chavarria
Joe and Maresa Ciaravella
Lucy Ciaravella
Darren and Meghan Finebloom
Cass and Marina Fisher
Tom and Alitta Galante
Louie and Christina Garcia
Jason and Amy Gerardi
Paul and Donna Harvey
Don Jensen
Ryan and Paula Kanne
Roger and Sandra Kehoe
Robert and Amber Lewis
David and Veronica Mardo
Michele McCarthy
Edwin and Jackie Ortiz
Sandip and Neha Patel
Milan Patel and Jasmin Desai
Ben and Kris Pierce
Angel Radwan-Nabali and Julan Mustafa-Nabali
Tharu Rajapaksha and Carolyn Linek-Rajapaksha
Todd Sengstack
Badal Shah and Chandni Vora
Nathan Shea and Tangerine Grajales
Stephen and Clara Shoe
Vikas Soma and Sagarika Nallu
Sausha and Jamie Toghranegar
Michael and Alina Townsend
Joseph and Erica Vitelli
David and Christy Voelker
Matt Wolf and Bonnie Koo
Dezhi Yin and Lin Jiang Anonymous
BELL TOWER CLUB
Chris and Allison Conn
Matthew and Ilyssa Corbett
Flavio and Erica Correa
Brian Cummings and Suzanne Morin
Joey Daniels
Robert and Patty Daniels
Gage and Carly Davidson
Lauren Davies
Yenisey and Leyner Diaz
Leo and Elizabeth Dosoretz
Mark and Darcy Dranoff
Sean and Alicia Drees
Ashley Dunbar
Geoffrey and Tracy Dyce
Vincent and Jennifer Euliano
Elizabeth Fernandez
Colleen Fitzgerald
Aaron and LaToya Fryer
Nathan and Ashley Fullington
Lindsay Garry
Jacob and Erin Girard
David and Elizabeth Goldin
Robert and Susan Guess
Dan and Andrea Gysel
Kraig and Jennifer Haas
Luv and Monica Hajirawala
Alex and Katie Hart
Robert and Deborah Heller
Eileenys Hernandez
Jeff and Maria Hicks
Tiffany Higgins
Spencer and Stephanie Hilland
Ben and Laura Hodges
Donna Holyman
Andrew and Meagan Huggins
Troy and Kristen Jansen
Zhen Hang Jiang and Pinshuo Wang
Robert and Vickii Johnson
Shalana Johnson
Brandon and Jennifer Jones
Neel and Nishi Karamsadkar
Koussay Karimdjee and Sahera Kiani
Dan and Chelsea Kava
Kelly Kehoe
Elizabeth Kent
Sam and Rebeca Komar
David and Daphne Kotschessa
Chris and Kaitlynn Lavoie
Micahel and Marla LeBlanc
Lawrence Levine
Maria Pavlidis Levine
Amy Lewis
BELL TOWER CLUB
Stephen Lindsey and Sara Overstreet
Jonathan and Michelle Linn
Eric and Jenna Linsky
Baker and Ashley Mabry
Hank and Kelly Malouf
Carlos Mansilla and Paola Negrete
Robert and Mirella Marquez
Eugene and Yasi Martineau
Mauricio Massard and Angelica Torres
Jessica Mclure
Thomas and Stacey McColley
Rachel McKeon
Megan McKinney
Christopher Meinsen
Matt and Stephanie Melnick
Robin Moch
Gabriel and Kaylee Montenegro
Rodrigo Montenegro
Mark Montigny
Gery Morey
Hendrik Mosterd and Cassandra Archut
Johnny and Tracy Overstreet
Seckin and Pavla Ozkul
Scott Parker and Suzanne Skelton-Parker
Frank and Courtney Pastor
Shilen and Parita Patel
Roshan and Neha Patel
Amit and Snehal Patel
Penelope Payton
Ron and Deedee Pecora
John and Danielle Phillips
Ruth Piazza
Jeffry and Mariana Pichardo
Bettyann Pitti
Mya Pizzio
Albert and Aimee Popalis
Brett Quigley and Angie Varga
Amy Ragg
Holly Ralph
Gerald and Tara Randall
Chris and Melissa Redmon
Misty Revelia
Jonathan and Jillian Rivera
Michael Robinson
Edward and Jennie Robles
Dave and Allison Rogers
David Rojas and Sally Larson-Rojas
Ivan Romero
Celeste Ross
Brian and Ana Rubenstein
Michael Ruelf and Lisa Brooks
Carolyn Runyan
Patrick and Kelly Rzeszut
Diego and Melissa Saavedra
Jonas Santos
Andrew and Cari Sarantapoulas
David and Crystal Schwartz
Morgan Scott
Morgan Selewach
Luke Sebel and Nelia Jain
Benjamin and Danielle Shelton
Kevin and Paula Shelton
Kenneth and Jennifer Sjoberg
Matt and Victoria Slagter
Gwen Taylor
Robert Smith
and Desiree Demonbreun-Smith
Ryan and Karen Smith
Jack Sobel
Robert and Katherine Speich
Russell and Kari Stirling
Brenyn and Plamen Stoyanov
Todd and Eliana Sudman
Thea Tanton
Chris Tarr
Lawrence and Rachel Teten
Seth and Anita Travaglino
Luke Valdes and Tiffany Richards
Ricardo Zapata and Tania Valencia
Jesse and Carrie Velez
Jim Vyverberg and Amanda Terry
Darrell and Jessica Wallen
Marc Wagner and Deb Rohaty Wagner
Ryan and Jamie Ward
Linda Wenzel
Al Armendariz and Cynthia Whitney
Andrew and Kimberly Wilson
Jennifer Winston
Tyler Wolas and Stephanie Velasquez
Mackenzie Wolffis
Eric and Valeria Wolters
Cortlandt and Nicole Woodruff
Mary Youngblood
Sulei Zhang and Ying Bo Li
Anonymous
DONOR RECEPTION 2024-2025
Each year, we honor donors who give at the Warriors Society level and above with a special evening of gratitude and celebration. The 2024-25 Donor Reception was held at Rooftop 220 to thank our supporters from the 2023-24 school year for the lasting impact they have on Corbett Prep. A night of community and purpose, the donor reception allows us to reflect, connect, and celebrate the spirit of giving at Corbett Prep.
INAUGURAL GIVING DAY
We did it — together!
Thanks to your incredible generosity and enthusiasm, we are overjoyed to share that Corbett Prep’s first-ever Annual Giving Day was a HUGE success.
Our community came together, with over 300 gifts from different families, raising over $173,000!
Your commitment to our school community makes a meaningful difference for our students, teachers, and programs. Regardless of size, every gift has shown the heart and spirit of our Warrior family, and we are so grateful for each and every one of you.
A special thank you to board members Cornelia Corbett and David Bellini for supporting our Giving Day with a collective $150,000
We had an incentive challenge that the classroom with the highest percentage of donors would win a class Kona Ice party. This was intended to increase participation, rather than focusing solely on monetary involvement. The Outstanding Otters won!
DAY 2025 OCTOBER 16, 2025 EARLY GIVING BEGINS SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
ANNUAL GIVING FAQS
What is Annual Giving?
The money collected from tuition covers our minimum operating cost. To continue growth and innovation we must look to charitable contributions from trustees, parents, alumni, past parents, grandparents, and friends of Corbett Prep. Annual Giving is the method used to raise these additional funds. The Board of Trustees is committed to keeping tuition at a reasonable level. Increasing income through Annual Giving gifts is one way to accomplish this task. Gifts to Annual Giving are tax deductible.
do not cover the total cost of educating each student. As is the case with many other independent schools, our advancement efforts are designed to support the cost of operating the school at its highest level.
Can we make a gift to a specific purpose?
Absolutely! Although Annual Giving seeks unrestricted gifts, if there is a project that you would like to fund, please let us know. Capital campaigns generally provide named gift opportunities.
May we make a contribution of something other than cash?
There are many ways to make a contribution to Corbett Prep. The development team can help you determine what type of gift best fits your circumstances and the needs of Corbett Prep.
My company offers a matching gifts program. Would Corbett Prep be interested in this program?
How much should we give?
Only you can decide. We encourage families to join our Warriors Society or higher so they may attend the annual donor reception. However, our ultimate goal is to have every member of the Corbett Prep community participate in any way they can.
How much have others given?
Why doesn’t Corbett Prep charge enough to cover operating costs?
If tuition was increased to cover the actual cost of all programs, many families could not afford to send their children to Corbett Prep. This could mean a drop in enrollment, resulting in a cutback of our programs and steeper tuition increases in order to fund all operations, which would directly impact your child’s education. Additionally, charitable gifts would be even more difficult to obtain. This would preclude our ability to finance many of the important campus programs and improvements made possible by charitable support. Why does Corbett Prep ask us for contributions in addition to what we already send to the school in tuition and fees? The cost of an independent school education is such that tuition and fees
Of course! Matching gifts are an easy way to double or, in some cases, triple your gift. Please let us know that your company offers matching gifts when you give. Donors will receive the full acknowledgment for the total gift.
Nearly everything we have at Corbett Prep is the result of previous gifts and the generosity of our community. As these previous donors have provided for our current student population, we must also provide for future generations. The only gift too small is no gift at all.
Is our gift tax-deductible?
All contributions are fully taxdeductible according to IRS regulations.
Why do you ask parents for donations? There are many foundations and businesses that could support Corbett Prep. Do you ask them, too?
Yes, we do. The Corbett Prep development team efforts include soliciting foundations and local businesses for grants and funding as well as support for our special events.
Do special events like the Peacock Classic Golf Tournament and Big Event support Annual Giving?
They do not. Corbett Prep is fortunate to have an incredibly hardworking Parent/Faculty Association (PFA) that leads these events. These funds are separate from the operating budget and traditionally go to support a cause or need on campus. If you have yet to join us in one of our events, we look forward to welcoming you to some wonderful and fun friendraising opportunities.
Can our gift be made anonymously?
Yes. When you send your contribution, be sure to let us know that you would like it to be anonymous, and we will be happy to honor your request.
ANNUAL GIVING FAQS
Is giving to Annual Giving unique to Corbett Prep?
No. Independent schools have long relied on the generosity and loyalty of their constituencies to advance their institutions. Very few, if any, independent schools meet full operational opportunity with tuition alone.
Can we make a gift in memory of someone or to honor a special individual, for instance a former teacher?
Certainly. The development team is happy to discuss either of these options with you.
Would we be expected to give to both Annual Giving and a capital campaign?
We hope that all parents and friends of Corbett Prep would consider supporting both efforts to the best of their ability. Your children are currently thriving on our campus due to the generosity of families before you.
What is the difference between Annual Giving and a capital campaign?
Annual Giving is designed to offset and enhance annual operation expenses. Annual Giving runs from July 1 - June 30, which correlates with the fiscal year budget.
Capital campaigns are conducted periodically to provide significant funds for additions to endowment, construction, renovation or extensive equipment purchases. Contributions are generally pledged over two to three years for these campaigns.
HOW CAN I MAKE MY DONATION?
We have many ways in which you can contribute.
• Cash, check, credit card, or direct debit online at www.corbettprep.com/giving/annual-giving.
• Scan the QR code to lock in your gift.
• One-time payment: Make a one-time gift.
• Pledge now, pay later: Make your pledge now, and pay later in the year.
Please contact Samantha Beller, Corbett Prep’s Director of Philanthropy, if you have questions about Annual Giving or other ways to give at Corbett Prep. (813) 961-3087, ext 329 sbeller@corbettprep.com
ENDOWMENTS
When you donate to Corbett Prep’s endowment funds, you help us provide permanent, long-term support for our core missions. Corbett Prep strives to create a community of lifelong learners—students, faculty, and staff—who embrace the spirit of inquiry and understand that there are always ways to grow personally and intellectually.
Our two endowment funds help establish that educational climate through teacher development and ensuring that Corbett Prep remains a possibility for families who appreciate the learning community but may have financial roadblocks.
Endowment Scholarship Fund
Through the generosity of donors, this fund ensures a diverse learning community and makes it possible for mission-appropriate candidates to attend regardless of financial constraints
Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman Teacher Development Fund
Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman was a visionary educator whose passion for teaching and learning transformed Independent Day School, now Corbett Prep, during her 24 years as Head of School. Dr. Swarzman believed that great schools begin with great teachers, and her workshops and brain-based teaching models inspired thousands of teachers worldwide. To honor her legacy, Corbett Prep established the Dr. Joyce Burick Swarzman Teacher Development Fund to ensure teachers continue to grow professionally and bring excellence to their classrooms, as Dr. Swarzman envisioned.
A LASTING LEGACY TO HONOR 8TH GRADE
We are deeply grateful to the families and supporters who contributed to the 8th-grade class fund, which helps offset the costs of the graduation celebration and provides a lasting legacy gift to the school. Thanks to their generosity, the Class of 2025 is able to donate new sails that will provide much-needed shade in the Middle School courtyard. This gift will offer comfort and community for students for years to come, serving as a lasting reminder of the Class of 2025’s spirit and care for future Warriors.
Felek and Bridget Abbas
John and Margaret Andrade
Samantha Beller
Ben and Danielle Biebel
Chris and Amber Boles
Michael Ruelf and Lisa Brooks
Justin Bushway
Brianna Capuano
Ann Carballa
Diane Carter
Laurence Sta. Ines and Lai Chau
Carina Chavarria
Erica Correa
Joey Daniels
Robert and Patty Daniels
Leo and Christie Dorbad
David and Anne Dreifke
Adam Elend and Wing Chiu
Colleen Fitzgerald
Shane Fletcher
Taylor Flom
Doug Frost
George Garcia
Curtis Kane and Wendy Gwin-Kane
Kraig and Jen Haas
Roshni Hannon
Os Haque
Kristine Reens
Jennifer Jagdmann
Dan and Chelsea Kava
Shaunda Kelly
Irem Korkmaz
Wade and Bonnie Kornblith
Christopher Lewis
Baker and Ashley Mabry
David and Veronica Mardo
Eugene and Yasi Martineau
Megan McKinney
Chris Meinsen
Keri Milo
Shawn Monroe and Kim Herd
Gabe Montenegro
Maria Ojeda
Kenneth Onimus
Seckin and Pavla Ozkul
Amit Patel
Danielle Phillips
Brett and Angie Quigley
Marc Wagner and Deb Rohaty Wagner
Elisa Runyan
Brian and Reena Smith
Karen Smith
Matt and Laura Strollo
Sausha Toghranegar
Megan Trutter
Karen Vaughan
Cynthia Whitney
Lauren Zopatti
PARENT / FACULTY ASSOCIATION
LEADERSHIP
Erika Christoff Alyssa Brownell Co-Presidents
Lauren Zopatti - Treasurer
Amy & Justin Cole - Outreach Coordinators
Kerrie Jones & Kristin Willis - Big Event Co-Chairs
Laura Strollo & Katie Rosenberg - Teacher Appreciation Week Co-Chairs
Carleigh Kingsbury - Wonderful Wednesday Chair
CLASSROOM AMBASSADORS AND DIVISION COORDINATORS
Early Primary Coordinator
Flower Patch
Beach Buddies
Kindergarten
Upper Primary & Intermediate Coordinator
Katie Rosenberg
Shelly McClellan
Jasmin Desai
Kerry Jones
Marina Zavitsanos
Ryan Kanne
Liz Dosoretz
Emily McGhee
Laura Strollo
Brilliant Bugs
Cool Cats
Mighty Monkeys
Outstanding Otters
All Stars
Navigators
Melanie Reade
Gwen Taylor Smith
Erica Correa
Wendy Allen
Caitlin Hyland
Ashley Fullington
Brenyn Stoyanov
Mauricio Alarcon
Amy Cole
Natasha Stringer
Karen Lakiotis
Christina Bikkasani
A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF PARENT ENGAGEMENT
Explorers
Middle School Coordinator 5th 6th 7th 8th
Rebeca Komar
Lauren Pecora Diesselhorst
Amy Lee
Amber Boles
Patty Daniels
Lani Boothman-Carpenter
Lauren Haseman
Melissa Giunta
Bonnie Kornblith
Cari Sarantapoulas
Elisa Runyan
Jenny Golubeff
From lending a hand in the classroom to leading events that bring our community together, your presence and participation make a huge impact on our students’ educational experience. All current parents are automatically members of our Parent-Faculty Association (PFA).
Within the PFA, there’s a role for everyone. I invite you to get involved and discover the power of showing up for your child, for your community, and yourself.
With gratitude,
Lauren Davies
Director of Parent Engagement
THE BIG EVENT
PAINT THE NIGHT WHITE
More than 415 parents, staff, board members, and guests gathered on April 25 at the Tampa Museum of Art for the most successful Big Event in Corbett Prep history: Paint the Night White!
Set against the twinkling backdrop of downtown Tampa, this elegant all-white celebration featured elevated food stations by SaltBlock Hospitality and live music from the high-energy dance band #NOFILTER. One of the evening’s highlights was the silent auction, which showcased a gallery-style display of “Works of Art,” collaborative pieces created by each Corbett classroom, with contributions from every student!
The PFA is thrilled to announce that Paint the Night White raised more than any previous Corbett Prep fundraiser, netting more than $265,000 through sponsorships, ticket sales, and the live and silent auctions.
A heartfelt thank you goes to the Dutton family, the Big Event Title Sponsor, whose support through their veterinary practices played an important role in making the evening extraordinary. This incredible night was a true milestone for the Corbett Prep community, made possible by the energy, creativity, and generosity of many families and individuals. Your support brought this vision to life and made a lasting impact on our school.
THE BIG EVENT
COMMITTEE CHAIRS & VOLUNTEERS
Event Co-Chairs
Sponsorships
Auction
Class Baskets & Works of Art
Food & Beverage
Promotional
Decor
Data Management
Guest Check-in
Audio/ Visual
Kerrie Jones
Kristen Willis
Bonnie Kornblith
Amy Cole
Lauren Zopatti
Kerrie Jones
Laura Strollo
Kerrie Jones
Stephanie Hilland
Bonnie Kornblith
Emily McGhee
Sandi Kehoe
Alyssa Campbell
Alyssa Brownell
Erika Christoff
Lauren Zopatti
Amy Cole
Alyssa Brownell
Erika Christoff
All Classroom Ambassadors
Amy Cole
Kerrie Jones
Kristen Willis
Laura Strollo
Ashley Fullington
Sam Beller
Kristine Hawley Reens
Amy Lee
Kristen Willis
Michelle Linn
Liz Dosoretz
Laura Strollo
Lauren Zopatti
Lauren Davies
Dawn Bronson
Lauren Davies
Ashley Fullington
Todd Sengstack
Michael Leblanc
Dewey Wong
THE BIG EVENT
2025 SPONSORS
Van Gogh Visionary
Picasso Patron
Dali Dreamer
& The Holloway Family
Kluber, Kornblith, Swisher, and Trutter Families
Bernson, Bukowski, Doss, and Mosterd Families
Christoff, Fullington, Lawrance, and Rakos Families
Monet Muse
Pollock Partner
Warhol Warrior
Frida Friend
The Shannon Family
The Diesselhorst Family The Seminaro Family
Kerrie & Justin Jones
McEachern Family
Rzeszut Family
Gullapalli Family
Zavitsanos Family
Mary & Bob Sierra Family Foundation
Sjoberg, Carey, Lee and Hyland Families
Amit & Snehal Patel
Seth & Shelly McClellan
Don Jenson
The Strollo Family
Lauren Zopatti
Dallas J Diaz PLLC Personal Injury Attorney
Jiang, Elend and Spiess Families
PEACOCK CLASSIC
GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Our 30th annual Peacock Classic golf tournament will be held on Saturday, September 13, at Westchase Golf Club. This event is a special tradition at Corbett Prep and is always a memorable day of connection and celebration. We are so grateful to all of our sponsors as well as our amazing volunteer committee leaders, including Kerrie Jones (Sponsorship Chair), Stephanie Hilland (Auction Chair), Rebecca Layton (Food & Beverage Chair), and Laura Strollo (Tournament Chair). We look forward to seeing our whole community there!
Eagle Sponsor
The Diesselhorst Family
Birdie Sponsors
Clubhouse Sponsors
ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
Our connection with students goes beyond their 8th-grade graduation. Corbett Prep alumni efforts focus on nurturing lifelong relationships by celebrating milestones, staying connected, and creating meaningful ways to give back.
From hosting the first annual Corbett Comeback to visiting alumni at their high schools for lunch and welcoming them back as counselors at CAMP IDS, we’re proud to support our alumni at every stage. Whether they were with us for a year or a decade, once a student is a Warrior, they’re always a Warrior.
SAVE
THE DATE SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026
Save the date, alumni! The Corbett Comeback will be back next summer for a day of friendly competition, food, and good times! We’re bringing back the fun with cornhole, food trucks, music, and the ultimate mega matball showdown. Reconnect with old friends, relive your glory days, and make new memories. See you on the mat! #CorbettComeback
PFA Fall Social Donor Reception
Giving Day
#OneCommunity Coffee
PFA Holiday Social
Give to What You Love
#OneCommunity Coffee Big Event
#OneCommunity Coffee Corbett Comeback
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