HB Magazine - Spring 2023

Growing Philanthropy and Generosity

The seeds of philanthropy are sown by HB students and alumnae everywhere, and flourish into gardens that give back for generations.

Team Brown or Gold? The long-time Middle School tradition lives on. Fifth through eighth-grade students are assigned to the Brown or Gold team in a year-long friendly competition. (Did you know current students are assigned to the same team as their alumnae relatives?) A trophy goes to the team that earns more points from Brown and Gold days, physical education classes, and service initiatives.

Contents

Letter from the Head of School

5 Rising Boldly with a Spirit of Philanthropy

The desire to be a force for the common good beyond our campus remains an important part of HB’s mission News from North Park

12 School and Student News

The latest updates from campus

Features

16 Family and Leadership:

Clara Taplin Rankin ’34 and Helen Rankin Butler ’87

Celebrating a special relationship and a lifetime of love and leadership

18 GROWing a Passion for Philanthropy

Learn more about the student-led foundation that supports the Greater Cleveland area while inspiring students to develop an early interest in philanthropy

20 Learning by Doing: Marge and Dan Moore Makerspace

A new makerspace will expand innovative programming and inspire students through unique hands-on learning

22 L inking Generations

HB builds the future and optimizes campus with the opening of the Link Academic Center

24 Taking a Philanthropic Path

Four alumnae share what inspires them in their philanthropic careers

Class News

28 Alumnae Updates

84 Brides, Babies, and Memorials

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ALUMNAE RELATIONS TEAM:

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Fran Bisselle

Head of School

The cover art was designed by Conzie Aris ’24 as part of her nine piece project entitled Homage to Albers which honors artist and educator Josef Albers. Albers is known for his work as a color theorist and for inspiring students in their understanding of how color is perceived. “This project gave me an opportunity to creatively explore the interaction of color using gouache paint,” says Conzie, who is a student in advanced honors art.

Sheri Homany

Associate Head of School

Interim Director of Upper School

Sharon Baker

Director of Middle School

Kendra Davis

Director of Marketing

Lauren Gibson ’01

Chief Financial Officer

Clarke Wilson Leslie ’80

Director of Advancement

LaShawna Adams Mitchell

Director of Infant & Toddler Center

Darrah Parsons

Director of Early Childhood

Elizabeth Pinkerton

Director of Enrollment Management

Kelly Stepnowsky

Director of Primary School

Rising with a Spirit of Philanthropy

Our mission has always empowered members of our school community to rise boldly to the challenges of our times. In 1893, seniors galvanized support from friends and families for a fellow Upper School student whose family was profoundly impacted by the unprecedented financial crash of the New York Stock Exchange. That first scholarship, 30 years before any other school in the region even thought of creating such a program, is proof that Hathaway Brown has always been a trailblazing institution dedicated to compassion and sisterhood. Later in life, that same student paid the generosity forward; she served on the board of trustees and was a major scholarship donor.

HB is nationally regarded as a defining voice in girls’ education, setting the highest standards for distinguished academics, for empowering girls, and for applying knowledge in action. This is due, in large part, to our community’s generous support and loyal investment in scholarships, educational programs, and our campus. Because of our community’s investment, we were bold in developing the vision of our 2023-2028 strategic plan.

Philanthropy inspires our students, too, as they engage in service and altruistic initiatives nearly every day. From Primary School civic engagement at the local food bank and animal shelter, to the student-run GROW foundation, to our cherished and longstanding Carnival tradition, HB students commit to causes larger than themselves.

In Ancient Greek, the word philanthropy literally means “love of humankind”– with philos roughly translating to “love” or “friend” and anthropos being Greek for “humanity.” The desire to be a force for the common good beyond our campus remains an important part of our school mission. We will continue to rise boldly and do so with a spirit of philanthropy that defines both Hathaway Brown’s past and our future.

Fondly,

Dr. Fran Bisselle Head of School

The Class of 2035 is learning for life. This year, they’ve explored world travel, bakeries, flower shops, and more. During a unit about health and the human body, teachers transformed the dramatic play space for girls to pretend to be doctors and inadvertently use the vocabulary words they’ve learned.

World travel was a theme in the unique Primary School Storyline curriculum. Each student had a passport and made a suitcase to collect souvenirs at each destination. While there, the girls learned about the country’s holidays and traditions.

The swimming and diving team are OHSAA Division II state champions! This is the first state title for the program and was celebrated with lots of pride and spirit. Goosebumps were felt throughout the natatorium when the student section joyfully sang the alma mater while their Blazer sisters stood upon the awards podium (back on campus, the celebration continued with Blazer Day!).

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The club ice skating team, coached by Jessica Pederson Pundole ’98, competed in the Ohio High School Figure Skating Championships and included girls of all ages including Nell Levy ’30, Marina Luttge ’28, Lydia Manuel ’26, Helen Qiu ’25, Julia Robinson ’30, Sonia Robinson ’25, and Hannah Rutherford ’24.

Matilda the Musical! was a must see! The Upper School Performing Arts department’s production of the Tony Award-winning musical told the story of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life.

Upper School students in the Fellowship in Global Citizenship traveled internationally to Spain, South Korea, and Italy. Traveling as part of this Fellowship promotes global understanding, fosters a deep appreciation for varying cultures, challenges students to think critically about world issues, and helps students understand how the United States fits into a global context.

Italy

Spain South Korea

NEWS FROM

Index

Alumnae featured in this issue

Family and Leadership, pg. 16

Helen Rankin Butler ’87

Clara Taplin Rankin ’34

GROWing a Passion for Philanthropy, pg. 18

Lauren Van Wagenen Harlow ’04

Learning by Doing, pg. 20

Leah Ridgeway Jackson ’99

Coral Frontini ’22

Taking a Philanthropic Path, pg. 24

Sloan Cargill ’11

Esther Cohen ’75

Amy Edelman Einhorn ’87

Kathy Goss ’74

Peggy H. Roberts is Incoming President, Board of Trustees

Hathaway Brown is pleased that Peggy Roberts will begin her new role as president of the board of trustees beginning July 1. Peggy is a longtime supporter of Hathaway Brown; she has served on the board since 2019 and is also a former HB parent association treasurer.

“I love the energy you feel when you walk through the halls at HB,” Peggy shares. “I am humbled by the opportunity to be board president and I’m excited to work hard as we continue implementing the school’s amazing mission.”

Peggy is managing partner of the Riverside Capital Appreciation Fund, a lower-middle market private equity fund investing in small private companies across North America. She has been with Riverside since moving to Cleveland in 2004 with her husband, Justin. They are parents to Molly ’23 and Ethan, class of 2025 at University School.

In her finance work, Peggy has always supported women in their careers, trying to attract and retain more women in the industry. “I am grateful to have had strong mentors and supporters and I am a strong believer in the power of educating girls and finding ways to empower each girl to choose her own path,” she says.

“We are extremely fortunate to have a leader like Peggy take on this critical role at HB,” says Head of School Dr. Fran Bisselle. “She is a critical thinker whose entrepreneurial spirit and vision will help HB achieve the bold goals in our strategic plan. I am thrilled to work closely with her.”

Peggy will succeed Helen Rankin Butler ’87 as board president. “We are immensely grateful to all Helen has done for HB through the years,” says Dr. Bisselle. “She has accomplished so much in her tenure, including an ambitious capital campaign to renovate and modernize the campus for generations to come.”

Read more about Helen and her grandmother Clara Taplin Rankin ’34 on pg. 16.

Hua Fang ‘23 is a Top 300 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar and Presidential Scholars Candidate

Senior Hua Fang is a top 300 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar based on her outstanding research, leadership skills, community involvement, commitment to academics, creativity in asking scientific questions and exceptional promise as a STEM leader. In addition, Hua is a 2023 Presidential Scholars Candidate — one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students. She was selected based on her high ACT and SAT scores.

Senior Emily Wilson is a Coca-Cola Scholar and Presidential Scholars Candidate

Senior Emily Wilson is a 2023 Presidential Scholars Candidate. She was selected for the program based on her high ACT and SAT scores. Emily is also a Coca-Cola Scholar. Due to her outstanding leadership, academic achievements, and dedication to the community, she will receive a $20,000 scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation.

Gauri Gandhi ‘24 & Neha Sangani ‘24 are Academic All Americans recognized by NSDA

Our Five-Year Plan

As we continue to blaze trails in the educational landscape, our strategic plan answers the bold question, “What more should Hathaway Brown be and offer in 2028?”

Juniors Gauri Gandhi and Neha Sangani were recognized by the National Speech and Debate Association as Academic All Americans. The award is given to students who have earned the degree of superior distinction, completed at least five semesters of high school, demonstrated outstanding character and leadership, and earned a GPA of 3.7 on a 4.0 scale. This distinction is only given to the top two percent of students who contend in speech and debate.

Debaters Reach Top 64 in IPPF Competition

Five members of the debate team — sophomores Clare Hess ’25, Leyah Jackson, Mahee Shah, and freshman Shrividya Regadamilli ’26 — received a very prestigious honor when their International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) essays qualified as a Top 64 team internationally. The IPPF is an international competition of written debate. It is the only contest that gives high school students around the world the opportunity to engage in written and oral debates on issues of public policy.

Do You Have 40 Minutes?

Tune in to 40 Minutes with Fran! Head of School Dr. Fran Bisselle and special guests explore topics such as college counseling, athletics, and much more. 40 Minutes with Fran is a part of the Listening and Learning for Life series virtual events showcasing the skills, talents, and stories of Hathaway Brown School and alumnae.

Scholastic Art and Writing Awards

The annual Scholastic Art and Writing Competition recognizes creative achievement for students in grades seven through 12. The artists and writers compete for cash prizes, medals, and scholarship awards.

Art

Hathaway Brown Upper and Middle School students won a total of 66 awards at the 2023 Scholastic Art Award competition. Of the 66 total awards, there were 23 Gold Key, 20 Silver Key, and 23 Honorable Mention awards granted. HB had the most awards of any local high school.

Writing

Hathaway Brown students won more 2023 Scholastic Writing Awards than last year with 94 awards in addition to two American Voices nominations. The combination of Gold Key, Silver Key, and American Voices nominations totaled 30 awards. The following students were nominated for American Voices Awards.

Maria Flauto ’26: For her short story titled Pushing Daisies.

Zöe Nelson ’23 For her critical essay, The Trail to Cultural Conformity: A History of Native American Struggle in the 19th Century.

Zoe Bennett ’23, “What I See,” Silver Key

Alexis Everett ’24, “A Look Into Self,” Gold Key

Camden Kitchens ’23, “Balance,” Silver Key

Ella Rosenberg ’24, “Spherical Twins,” Gold Key

Jasmine Neumann ’25, “Everlasting,” Gold Key

Saija Shah ’23, “Self Portrait,” Gold Key

Reyna Verma ’27, “The Pretty Parrot,” Gold Key

Family and Leadership

In 2006, Helen Rankin Butler ’87 learned her next door neighbor was moving. She didn’t hesitate in quickly picking up the phone to call her grandmother, Clara Taplin Rankin ’34. “Would you be interested in moving next door?” she asked. “I’m ready,” Clara confidently responded. It had been several years since her husband, the late Alfred M. Rankin Sr., passed away and Clara was happy to move on from a home that required a lot of maintenance. Better yet, it would be closer to Helen with whom she shares a special bond. “Oh my goodness, I couldn’t do without her!” Clara says warmly.

The warmth and affection between the two women is quickly evident when they are together. “We’re a team,” Helen explains. “We’ve had a lot of adventures together.” Helen remembers fondly the sleepovers she had with her grandmother as a little girl, Clara teaching her how to drive, and even taking her on college visits. Through

the years, they have always exchanged ideas and asked questions of each other. “She’s a thought partner,” says Helen. Clara chimes in, “It’s a very easy relationship. I’m lucky. We’ve got a big family and we’re all close and easy together.”

Helen and Clara share numerous interests, one being their love of Hathaway Brown where both were lifers. They are part of a long line of women in their family to be part of the great HB tradition, including Beth Oldenburg Rankin ’68 , Alison Albert Rankin ’80 , Clara Rankin Williams ’89 , Chloe Rankin Seelbach ’95 , Julie Rankin Kuipers ’01 , Farnham Rankin ’09 , Marshall Rankin ’14 , Clara Butler ’16 , Taplin Seelbach ’23 and Isabelle Seelbach ’26. Even Clara’s five sons attended HB through kindergarten and all had the same beloved teacher, Charlotte Van Houten. (In later years, Helen was also a student of Ms. Van Houten to whom she honored with her first gift to The Fund for Hathaway Brown!)

Clara Taplin Rankin ’34 and Helen Rankin Butler ’87

Helen Rankin Butler ’87 shares a special friendship with her grandmother, Clara Taplin Rankin ’34.

A Lifetime of Love for HB

When it comes to her beloved alma mater, 105 year old Clara is full of memories and knowledge about HB and clearly remembers many of the teachers who impacted her. She recalls science with Miss Reeve where students grew bacteria on a gelatin pad and dissected a cow’s eye, challenging Latin classes with Miss Blake, and English with Miss Raymond who inspired young Clara’s lifelong interest and love of words. She laughs when remembering a funny reminder from Primary School teacher Miss Wheeler who told students, “No, you cannot borrow the ink because you cannot give it back. You may have some, but you cannot borrow some.”

“There’s no question that my teachers provided guidance and support,” says Clara. “They inspired us and showed us how to think, ask questions, and be curious. I’m deeply grateful for having been able to grow up at HB.”

Along with HB, Clara’s parents and brothers also encouraged her independence with forward-looking opportunities that planted seeds of curiosity, nurtured a passion for music, and gave her an awareness about the importance of helping others. She believes those opportunities gave her valuable experience to take forward as class president at Smith and with her numerous leadership roles at institutions such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland Institute of Music, and the Cleveland Orchestra. Later in life, at the age of 70, Clara founded Hopewell, a therapeutic community for adults with serious mental illness.

Through the years, Clara has also had a tremendous impact on Hathaway Brown. She served 25 years on the board of trustees (1948-1973), and she was founding president of the alumnae council. In 1999, Clara received Hathaway Brown’s Alumna of the Year Award, and in 2013, the Clara Taplin Rankin Chair for the Center for Global Citizenship was established to honor her commitment to education and teaching excellence, which make profound differences in the lives of HB students. In 2016, she was honored with the Head’s Award for Exemplary Service. “It’s been a life full of variety stabilized by the clear guidance Hathaway Brown gave me in those early years,” she shared.

Inspiring Future Generations

No doubt Clara’s passion and commitment to HB has passed down to members of her family. Helen’s many years of service have included leading the search for the school’s 14th head of school, chairing the Student and Faculty Life committee, and, most recently, serving as president of the board of trustees. As president, she led the most ambitious capital campaign in school history to renovate and modernize the campus for generations to come. She has also represented HB on the national stage speaking at events hosted by the National Association for Independent Schools and the International Coalition of Girls Schools. Her time as board president will conclude in summer 2023 when Peggy Roberts assumes those duties.

“Helen, who also serves on the boards of the Cleveland Orchestra and the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation, is an amazing leader,” says Head of School Dr. Fran Bisselle. “She inspires excellence in all we do and creates a trusting sense of community where all are welcome to exchange ideas, challenge norms, and dream about what’s next for our school.”

Helen has always taken inspiration from Clara. “I’ve always watched my grandmother seek more knowledge, seek out other thought leaders, and have friends in multiple generations,” she shares. “She has always guided me to keep learning and have high standards.”

A lifetime of love and leadership has planted seeds throughout Hathaway Brown and Northeast Ohio that will continue to grow and bloom for generations to come. As Clara shared in her remarks after receiving the Alumna of the Year award, “My wish for you is that each one of you knows that you can surely make a difference for good and that it radiates out from you in circles, like a pebble dropped in a pool of water. Just keep on dropping a pebble. It can be as quiet as a smile and touch everyone around you.”

Members of the Rankin family - which totals 43 in all - gathered together over the holidays in December 2022, with four generations of HB women represented.

Clara Rankin was a “lifer” at HB and graduated with the class of 1934.

GROWing a Passion for Philanthropy

On a cold, snowy day in January, members of the Middle School GROW club filled the desks and lined the walls of a classroom, with snacks and iPads in hand, to make an important decision. Two charitable proposals were pending and the club needed to decide how valuable dollars would be used to create impact.

grant acceptances (and rejections), and then personally hand grant checks to nonprofit representatives.

“The students see the philanthropic process from start to finish,” says Middle School World Languages Department Chair and Spanish Teacher Lauren Van Wagenen Harlow ’04, who serves as a GROW advisor

Fundraising

GROW students elect peers to lead fundraising activities and find creative ways to encourage donations from their classmates. In the Middle School club, they’ve raised funds by painting and selling pumpkins at Halloween, face painting during school events, and coordinating a costume sale. Another special tradition is for families and students to make a GROW donation in honor of their teachers during the holidays. Everyone in the HB community is invited to participate and 100 percent of profits are distributed to local nonprofits through GROW’s proposal process.

Soliciting and Reviewing Proposals

GROW — Girls Reaching Others

Worldwide — is a Middle and Upper School student-led foundation that funds organizations in the Greater Cleveland area while inspiring HB students to develop an early interest in philanthropy. The girls fundraise, solicit, and review proposals, draft

along with Math Department Chair and Teacher Jen Oakley. “Teaching adolescents the importance of philanthropy opens their eyes to important issues and gives them opportunities to create change, one ripple effect at a time.”

Annually, in the fall, GROW solicits proposals from local organizations and then the review process begins in earnest. Students meet approximately six times throughout the process to discuss and review grant proposals. Experienced, older students assist new members with understanding

GROW students use a rubric to evaluate grant proposals.

Funding decisions are made after a robust review process.

grading rubrics used to evaluate grants and they all ask thoughtful questions of each other:

• Does the program fit into the GROW mission?

• Does it address a specific, real, and measurable need?

• Would our funding make a difference and cause a ripple effect?

• Does the project have a clear budget?

During a review session, students had a lively debate about an organization’s request to support an adult education program. Initially they weren’t sure it fell within their mission which supports programs impacting adolescent girls. But as they discussed the grant request, they recognized the importance of breaking the cycle of illiteracy and how children depend on older adults for help with homework or to sign school forms. They decided it was an important program that needed their support.

“It was a fantastic discussion,” Jen shares. “We remind each other that all of the organizations are doing good work and that it’s OK to disagree with one another about a funding decision while also respecting each others’ opinions.”

Awarding Grants

After funding decisions are made, the seventh and eighth-grade leaders write each acceptance and rejection letter to the organizations that submitted proposals. This requires students to practice the art of letter writing, editing, and preparing documents for a professional setting.

GROW hosts grant recipients on campus in the spring; during a presentation, each organization is presented with a check. Each year, the Upper School and Middle School GROW clubs grant approximately $20,000 combined to advance nonprofit missions.

“Our students love engaging with the organizations face to face,” Jen shares. “Students present each check individually and explain why the proposal resonated with them.”

It’s common for other connections to occur with recipients beyond grant awards; some of them return as guest speakers or invite HB students to conduct site visits to see foundation dollars at work.

“It’s wonderful to see Middle School students feel empowered and for them to see firsthand how mighty their voices are, no matter their age,” says Lauren. “We hope they are inspired to be lifelong philanthropists as they learn the importance of giving back to their communities.”

GROW is a student-led foundation that inspires an early interest in philanthropy.

“The rubric serves as the starting point for our robust proposal review process,” explains Lauren. “The students practice persuasion, advocacy, and respectful disagreement.”

Learning by Doing

Marge and Dan Moore Makerspace

When Dan Moore was 14 years old, he disassembled a motorcycle and put it back together again. It didn’t start.

His curiosity was piqued, and he was inspired to keep learning by doing it again. He learned from his mistakes, sought help when needed, and eventually got the motorcycle humming. The experience ignited a passion for innovation and creativity that led him to an entrepreneurial career working in a vast array of industries including automotive, military, aerospace, sporting goods, and healthcare. It also sparked a love for motorcycle adventures that would take Dan across continents and around the globe – from Cape Town to Cairo, the Arctic Ocean to the southernmost tip of South America, Istanbul to Xian, China and across Tibet.

As a student growing up in Cleveland Heights, Dan took traditional shop classes which allowed him to expand his interests and learn mechanical drawing, woodworking and welding. His parents encouraged him by letting him spread his projects all over the house and garage. Later as a young paint salesman, Dan developed an idea for a rustproofing material that General Motors incorporated into their manufacturing. After finding early success in the automotive industry, he expanded into polymers and plastics. He later began the Dan T. Moore Company in Cleveland, which serves as a holding company for his portfolio of start-ups, mature companies, and acquisitions, all of which create solutions for unmet industrial or consumer needs. Dan currently holds 38 U.S. patents.

Hands-On Learning

Dan believes that the opportunities presented to him at a young age to take things apart, tinker, create, and make mistakes were essential in nurturing his creativity and curiosity. “The whole idea of making things is really quite important,” Dan says. “Think of all the mechanical things around you — for example a car, computer, or cell phone. How do they work? How do you make them?” He thinks it’s important to demystify how products get made, saying that students who are granted an opportunity to peek behind the curtain of invention–from an idea scribbled on the back of a napkin, through the design process with its fits and starts, to a manufacturing process that needs to be optimized on the factory floor–are more likely to pursue STEM careers and feel confident in their ability to innovate.

Dan’s wife, Marge, is a former high school and middle school science teacher and high school science lab manager who also volunteered as a teacher for the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, where she has been a board member for 16 years. She particularly loves creating opportunities for hands-on learning and knows firsthand the importance of student exposure to unique experiences like welding, building electric circuits, and creating art with laser cutters. “It is critical to open the eyes of students early,” she says. “There are so many possibilities for students today to create solutions and invent new ideas.”

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there were nearly 10 million employees in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) in 2021. The total number

Dan Moore’s love of motorcycles began at age 14 and has led to many adventures across continents and around the globe.

of STEM occupations is projected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2031 which is two times faster than the total for all occupations. However, in 2022, Logitech reported women remain underrepresented in engineering (15 percent), computer science (25 percent), and physical science (40 percent) occupations.

HB is working to change these statistics with its dedication to STEM classes and programs. In fact, approximately 25 percent of the Class of 2023 are interested in studying a STEM-related field in college.

Innovative Learning

During the 2021-2022 school year, the Moores sponsored the creation of Hathaway Brown’s seventh and eighth-grade welding academy where students donned a welding mask commonly referred to as a “hood” and learned metalworking and soldering techniques. The girls loved it, and it was an indication that HB students had passion, determination, and curiosity just like Dan did at age fourteen.

Today, the Moores are supporting the construction of an additional makerspace for girls to explore more innovative programming. The space builds on the school’s distinguished academics allowing girls to learn and explore physics, engineering, science, and art in new ways.

“The makerspace is more than a classroom,” explains Dan. “It is an avenue to introduce students to concepts, industries, and career paths they may not have considered before.”

The creation of the Marge and Dan Moore Makerspace will expand the current footprint of HB’s IDEA Lab (invention, design, engineering, art). Here, students learn engineering concepts, work with high tech machines, discover creative ways to overcome obstacles, and bring their ideas to life. It is common to find Prime, Middle, and Upper School students creating art with 3D printers or laser cutters; or members of the robotics team manufacturing components for sensors to embed in their competition robot.

“Every student and faculty member has a standing invitation to use the lab to strengthen the application of coursework in other classes,” says Leah Ridgeway Jackson ’99, director of the

IDEA Lab & Fellowship Program. “This type of experiential learning allows users to combine their own creativity with tools and tech resources to bring an idea to life.”

Dan and Marge looked on proudly last year as their granddaughter, Coral Frontini ’22, graduated and joined the alumnae network. They watch two more granddaughters, HB girls Penelope ’26 and Adelaide Drake ’30 grow and thrive. “HB does a marvelous job preparing young leaders of tomorrow,” says Marge. “We hope the new makerspace is helpful in enhancing and expanding the school’s offerings.”

The Marge and Dan Moore Makerspace will inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs and inventors with the same adventurous spirit of Dan and Marge Moore. As for the love of motorcycles? Empowered HB women will travel new roads how they see fit, but no one will be surprised if one of them is on a two-wheeled machine of their own creation.

Dan and Marge Moore’s granddaughters Penelope ’26 and Adelaide Drake ’30 currently attend HB and oldest granddaughter Coral Frontini ’22 is an alumna.

Linking Generations

The start of 2023 signaled new beginnings at Hathaway Brown with the opening of the newly-renovated Link Academic Center! This space links the Classic Building, officially named the Adelaide Cobb Ward 1951 Academic Center, with the former dormitory/Primary School building that is now undergoing construction and renovations.

The newly-renovated Link Academic Center includes a new music and movement studio, a large muscle room, and six state-of-the-art

classrooms designed with our youngest learners in mind. “The children were thrilled to move into their new spaces,” says Darrah Parsons, director of Early Childhood. These updates are part of HB’s major campus improvement plan which began in 2020 with updates in the Adelaide Cobb Ward 1951 Academic Center. Next, the outdoor spaces were enhanced. They include two turf fields, six new tennis courts, and a state-ofthe-art maintenance building.

The focus has now turned to the Primary School, formerly referred to as the dormitory, which was constructed in 1926 and is original to campus. It housed boarding students until the 1970s when it was transitioned to classrooms for the youngest grades. The building holds special memories for many and efforts are being made to preserve its unique architectural elements while also modernizing it to meet the needs of future generations. This extensive renovation is expected to be complete in spring 2024.

The Link Academic Center includes six state-of-the-art classrooms designed with young learners in mind.

Construction is complete in the Link Academic Center

The newly-renovated spaces are part of the major campus improvement plan.

Taking a Philanthropic Path Alumnaeshare

what inspires them intheirphilanthropic careers

Sloan is incredibly grateful for the opportunities she received at HB and particularly thankful for the scholarships and tuition assistance she received.

Sloan Cargill ’11 Director of Annual Giving Howard University Washington, DC

Sloan Cargill ’11 believes in the power of education to change the world. “Access to education, and specifically affordable access, is crucial to lifting up marginalized communities and creating a better world,” she says. “Education is a key factor in improving economic insecurity, particularly for women and people of color.”

Through her work at Howard University, a Historically Black College/University in Washington, DC, she leads all aspects of annual giving programming, including overseeing direct marketing campaigns, reunion giving, and leadership annual giving.

“My goal is to ensure our alumni feel connected to the work of the university and are inspired to give back in support of the next generation,” Sloan explains.

“I am inspired to make sure more little girls like me can experience the transformative power of philanthropy,” she shares. “While education is not a magic eraser for combatting the multitude of complex and systemic issues our world is facing, it is a powerful tool for increasing the opportunities one has to succeed.”

“The sisterhood that was forged in the halls of Hathaway Brown has fortified me in adulthood and taught me the true importance of friendship,” Sloans says. “To this day, my very best friends are from HB. From young Black girls to incredibly successful and high-achieving Black women, these friendships helped to make me the woman I am today.”

Esther Cohen ’75 Chief Operating Officer Episcopal Relief & Development New York, New York

Esther Cohen ’75 oversees business operations for Episcopal Relief & Development, the international relief and development agency of The Episcopal Church. The organization works with local communities

throughout the US and around the world to develop long-term partnerships that address hunger, poverty, disaster and disease.

“International development is hard work, often risky work, and tangible results are often many years in the making,” Esther shares. “I am always astonished by the dedication and professionalism of our partners and our staff.”

Esther also sees the importance of philanthropy in her work. “It’s critical to understand that every donation is meaningful to both the donor and to the communities that benefit from these financial contributions,” she says. “A ‘small’ donation isn’t small to the person who made the gift.”

As a student at HB, Esther was involved in theater and music, and fondly remembers spending long hours in the auditorium rehearsing and performing plays.

“I didn’t know then how to turn my love of performance into a career, but

I always knew that I’d find a way,” she says. After college and grad school, she worked in theater administration. “Not-for-profit leaders require strong financial, administrative and collaborative skills so that their organizations grow, thrive, and boldly fulfill their missions.”

“My four years at HB taught me how to run things!” she laughs. “The great gift of attending a girls’ school was that no one ever told me that I couldn’t do whatever I wanted to do. You could play on a team AND be in the play AND write for the newspaper. My experiences at school and home supported my emotional and intellectual growth.”

impactful ways to make gifts that advance UH Rainbow’s mission.

“The caregivers I work with every day are committed to our mission and I can’t help but be inspired by their vision, their dedication and their hard work,” she shares. “And I’m equally inspired by the amazing donor community in Northeast Ohio who are incredibly generous to UH Rainbow and to so many other institutions. It’s astounding and makes a real difference for the patients and families we serve.”

Giving back to the community was a core value for Amy growing up and attending HB. “I know I left HB thinking I could be whatever I wanted to be,” she says. “ I didn’t know the world of philanthropy was where I would land but, looking back now, it’s not surprising that I did.”

Kathy is responsible for ensuring the sustainability of Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland’s treasured 154 year-old landmark. This includes preserving the grounds, horticulture and architecture across 285 acres so that families can use the space for generations to come.

Amy Edelman Einhorn ’87 Director of Development University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s and MacDonald Women’s Hospital Cleveland,

Ohio

Amy Einhorn ’87 says it’s easy to identify what’s most inspiring about her career in philanthropy. “The people!” she exclaims. She works closely with medical professionals and leaders to identify projects and programs in need of philanthropic support and then helps supporters find meaningful and

“I have so many great memories, mostly centered around my friends and the amazing teachers we had at HB. Whether it was Mrs. Behrman watering her plants with leftover tea as she taught us to dig deeper and really understand the complexities of a novel, hanging out in the senior room or walking the halls for IDEO, my memories always make me smile.”

Kathy Goss ’74 President and CEO

Lake View Cemetery

Cleveland, Ohio

Kathy Goss ’74 learned at an early age that anyone can give back to the community. “It’s not about how much money one has to give away. It’s time, treasure and talent!” she shares. “I think most of us have at least one out of three.”

“I love the multi-faceted nature of this historic cemetery,” Kathy says. “On any given day I can meet with an architect, work with a construction crew on a restoration project, talk with donors about ways they can help support our mission, and comfort families in bereavement. This work is never ever dull!”

“Hathaway Brown’s rich traditions are embedded in my DNA,” Kathy says. Her mother, Margaret Richardson Goss ’45 , also attended HB, and today Kathy feels like the sisterhood is like having a lot of cousins. “It’s a huge extended family and no matter how long it’s been since I’ve seen someone, we start right where we left off. My friends from that time are still my closest allies.”

Kathy believes that those special relationships and the rigorous curriculum helped position her for a unique career in philanthropy. “I am who I am because of HB,” she says. “Our motto ‘learn not for school, but for life’ says it all for my path in life.”

It happens when a calculus formula “clicks” for a student, when a reading assignment turns into a meaningful life lesson, and when a flash of inspiration in the classroom leads to a lifelong passion.

At HB, magic happens every day –and it is sparked by the teachers, coaches, counselors, and mentors who guide students, helping them raise their voices, discover the best parts of themselves, and grow into women who rise to the challenges of our times.

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week May 8-12, celebrate these Magic Moments with a gift to The Fund for Hathaway Brown in honor of a teacher, coach or mentor who made HB magical for you!

To give now, scan the QR code or visit www.hb.edu/give!

What happens when I make a gift in honor of someone?

When you choose to make a tribute gift in honor of a teacher or mentor who had an impact on you, that person is notified of your generosity! While your gift amount is never shared, your gesture is a meaningful way to make an impact on today’s students while celebrating someone you care about – and making their day!

As an HB alumna, you know magic happens on campus every day!

Class News

Blazers across the globe shared exciting updates in this issue. The following details milestones, loving memories, and many cherished moments shared with family, friends, and HB sisters.

In the recent Class News submission cycle, the Alumnae Office asked about hobbies, advice, and more. To be included in the next issue, submit your updates at HB.edu/ClassNews.

What are you currently reading?

“Lessons in Chemistry”

by Bonnie Garmus

“Our Missing Hearts: A Novel”

by Celeste Ng

“The Farmer’s Lawyer”

by Sarah Vogel

“L’Art de perdre”

by Alice Zeniter

What hobby do you wish to learn this year?

Quilting

Pickleball

Sewing

Puppy training

Favorite song to sing at HB?

“Bless This House”

“Let The River Run”

by Carly Simon

“Cinnamon Girl”

by Neil Young

“Imagine”

by John Lennon

Best advice you have received?

Be authentic!

Be the best listener you can.

Enjoy every moment. You’ve got this.

Blazer Babies

Blazer Brides

Blazer Careers

2008 K ate Shaughnessy Biggar Director at KeyBanc Capital Markets in Public Finance Investment Banking

1972 Susan Owen Bookshar Director of Business Success at the Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland

1988 Dr. Stephanie Sims Brown

at Stephanie Brown Coaching LLC

Memorials

1987 S ara Whitner