Masterworks Concert was a stunning showcase of talent and dedication.
Letter from the Head of School
11 For Generations to Come
As we approach HB’s 150th year, we honor our founding trailblazers and boldly envision what’s next for future generations.
News from North Park
12 Achievements and Celebration
Celebrating the milestones and accomplishments of students, faculty and staff.
Features
22 The Future of Learning for Life
Head of School Fran Bisselle reflects on the unbounded possibilities of Hathaway Brown today and in the future, and how 150 years later, the school motto continues to ring true.
26 Get Ready to Celebrate 150 Years!
HB is planning a year filled with unforgettable moments that reflect the heart, history, and spirit of our celebrated community.
28 The Courage to Knock
Dean of Faculty Marty Frazier reflects on the importance of students asking tough questions and having Real Conversations.
34 The Mary E. Raymond Legacy Society: S tephanie Skylar Hench ’78
By making Hathaway Brown a beneficiary in estate planning, future generations will benefit from the transformative education offered at HB.
35 Giving Day 2025
The HB community went “all in” for current students, faculty, and programs by supporting The Fund for Hathaway Brown.
36 Alumnae Weekend 2025
It was a wonderful weekend full of smiles and friendship!
40 Alumnae Trailblazers
HB is proud to honor our 2025 Alumnae Award recipients.
46 Welcome Home
From coast to coast, HB visits with the alumnae community!
48 HB Alumnae Affinity Groups
Alumnae Affinity Groups are a great way to get connected and support HB sisters near and far.
Class News
49 Alumnae Updates
86 Brides, Babies, and Memorials
Gail Weinberger Stein ’75 visits with her grandson, a student in HB’s co-ed Early Childhood program during EC Grandparents and Special Friends Day.
The Blazer track and field team stood at the top of the podium as state champions at the 2025 OHSAA Division II track and field meet. The team victory included a first-place finish by the 4x100M relay team of Chloe Battle ’26, Jane Kennedy ’25, Aaris Minter ’26, and Isabelle Seelbach ’26.
HB’s Signing Day celebrated three seniors who will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level: Dixon Hill ’25 (Squash, Harvard University); Jane Kennedy ’25 (Track & Field, Princeton University); and Beatrice Stewart ’25 (Swimming, Brown University).
The HB lacrosse team finished as the 2025 OHSAA Division II state runner-up!
Special congratulations to sisters Anna ’25 and Emily Morgan ’25, who were also recognized by USA Lacrosse as All-Academic and All-American, respectively.
HB’s cross country team was the state runner-up at the 2024 OHSAA Division II state championship last fall.
For the third year in a row, the Blazers were the 2025 OHSAA Division II swimming state champions!
Special congratulations to the following swimmers who were also named All-Americans by the National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association: Oma Agwa ’26, Kira Cicerci ’25, Catherine Dorsey ’28, Charlotte Duijser ’27*, Sofia Jiménez ’26, Eva Panza ’25, Josephine Piliang ’27 and Beatrice Stewart ’25.
*July confirmation.
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Administrative Team:
Fran Bisselle Head of School
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Sharon Baker
Director of Middle School
Lauren A. Gibson ’01
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LaShawna Adams Mitchell Director of Infant & Toddler Center
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InLoving Memory of Natalie Smith
A Beloved HB Lifer and Class of 2025
The Hathaway Brown community continues to mourn the loss of Natalie Smith, an HB Lifer and Class of 2025, who passed away in May after battling serious complications from the flu and pneumonia. We extend our condolences to her parents, Heidi and Kevin, and her brother Vincent, University School Class of 2028, in this time of loss.
A beautiful celebration of life service was held for Natalie in HB’s courtyard on June 3.
Natalie, an HB Lifer, embodied the values we hope to instill in every Hathaway Brown student, including strong character and kindness. She was also a problem solver, scientist, and artist all rolled into one. Since her freshman year, she worked extensively in a biomedical engineering lab at Case Western Reserve University as part of the SREP fellowship, demonstrating her passion for science. Natalie’s creativity shone in her dance as well; a talented dancer and choreographer, she was an active member of the Moving Company dance program and also trained at an area dance school.
She was comfortable in both the lab or the studio, and she also had a special connection with young children. Her caring nature was evident in her work in HB’s Infant and Toddler Center before and after school. The children would light up when they saw her in our school halls, and she always took the time to greet each one with a hug and kind words.
Natalie’s unique blend of nurturing spirit, analytical mind, and never-give-up attitude brought her much success at HB, and more importantly, her joyful demeanor and gentle heart made her an adored classmate and HB sister. She will be greatly missed by so many friends, classmates, and teachers.
Natalie Kathryn Smith, Class of 2025
The HB community continued to hold the family of Natalie Smith ’25 close to our hearts through meaningful acts of remembrance at the end of the school year. From the lacrosse teams wearing blue ribbons in her honor, to students proudly wearing “Natalie Strong” bracelets, to the heartfelt notes written to her family—each gesture was a powerful expression of love, solidarity, and support for Natalie and those who loved her.
First-grade students channeled the spirit of Rosie the Riveter during HB’s Women’s History Month celebration.
For Generations to Come
There is a timeless principle known as the Good Ancestor or Seventh Generation Principle, rooted in ancient Iroquois philosophy that teaches us to consider how the decisions we make today will shape the world not just for our children or grandchildren, but seven generations into the future. As we proudly embark on Hathaway Brown’s 150th school year, itself nearly the span of seven generations, I find myself reflecting on the extraordinary courage and vision of our earliest trailblazers.
I think of the determined girls of 1876 who knocked on the door of Brooks Military Academy, seeking a place to learn and dream beyond society’s limits for them. I think of the trustees in 1924, who boldly moved HB’s campus to Shaker Heights, laying foundations not only for their daughters, but for the granddaughters of their granddaughters. Their decisions were acts of faith in a future they would never see and it is that same bold spirit that continues to define us today.
Institutions do not endure and thrive across a century and a half without such audacious hope, anchored by a mission that remains steadfast even as the world transforms. HB has always struck that rare and powerful balance between honoring tradition and embracing innovation — living what it means to be historically modern.
I was reminded of this spirit when we broke ground on our most recent campus renovation in March 2020, even as the world was shutting down. That moment was not just about the graduates of 2025; it was a commitment to the countless young women yet to come — future scientists, artists, entrepreneurs, educators, and leaders who will confront the urgent challenges of tomorrow with courage, creativity, and conviction. We are determined that each of them be successful in whatever they choose to pursue, and that they, like our alumnae, live out the charge in our mission to “shape a future of unbounded possibility for women” and to be “a force for the common good beyond our campus.”
As we prepare to celebrate this magnificent milestone, we do so with full hearts, daring once more to plan for another seven generations of trailblazers.
Fondly,
Dr. Fran Bisselle Head of School
NEWS FROM
Speech and Debate HonorsIncluding a City Debate Championship!
Hathaway Brown’s Speech & Debate team made history at both the Ohio Speech and Debate Association (OSDA) Middle School & Novice State Tournament and the OSDA High School State Tournament. In the Middle School division, HB was one of only two schools in Ohio to place in at least five of seven events, with Annie Chiang ’29 achieving a historic victory as the Middle School State Champion in Congressional Debate— the only student in Ohio to win back-to-back championships in two different events. HB students also secured multiple top state finishes, including runners-up in Public Forum Debate and top placements in Oratory, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Declamation. Meanwhile, in the Upper School division, HB competitors advanced to the Double Octafinals, Semifinals, and Finals, with Madeleine Burke ’25 breaking records with a 3rd place finish in Lincoln Douglas Debate—the highest ever by an HB student. Beyond their own competition successes, our Upper School debaters played a key role in mentoring and coaching the Middle School team, embodying the collaborative spirit that defines the Blazer community.
Further showcasing HB’s tradition of excellence, Madeleine Burke ’25 also achieved an incredible victory at the City Debate Championship at the City Club of Cleveland, debating the thought-provoking topic, Resolved: The development of artificial general intelligence is immoral. Her performance highlighted the critical thinking, confidence, and intellectual curiosity that define an HB education. With each competition, our Speech & Debate team continues to set new standards of achievement, inspiring future generations of Blazers to lead with courage and conviction.
SREP Poster Session, ISEF
The Science Research and Engineering Program (SREP) held its 27th annual Poster Session, where SREP fellows showcased their research ranging from independent background literature reviews to four-year-long research projects.
The top four judged projects from the poster session were selected as qualifiers to attend the 75th Anniversary Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), one of the most prestigious science competitions globally. Congratulations to these Regeneron ISEF finalists: Aashvi Jagetia ’26 Areesha Nouman ’26 Shrividya Regadamilli ’26 Haasini Sanisetty ’26
AP Award
Hathaway Brown has been honored as one of only 69 schools nationwide to receive the prestigious AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achievement in both AP Computer Science A (CSA) and AP Computer Science Principles (CSP). This recognition highlights HB’s commitment to closing the gender gap in STEM and empowering students to excel in computer science.
Junior Ring Ceremony
Dear to us thou art forever! In May, the Class of 2026 received their HB rings—symbols of sisterhood, growth, and what it means to learn for life. With support from their junior class mentors, these students stepped into a moment that connects them to generations of Blazers before them.
Rise Up, Rise Boldly
With joy and anticipation, HB celebrated students taking the next big step in their academic journey during Rise Up, Rise Boldly! From Pre-K to Kindergarten, 4th to 5th, and 8th to 9th grade, students will enter new academic divisions in the 2025-2026 school year and rise to new challenges and opportunities.
HB Global Scholars Model UNNetherlands
HB Global Scholars Lauren Raiz ’25, Charlotte Kleid ’26, and Brook Medhurst ’26 represented Hathaway Brown at The Hague International Model UN Conference (THIMUN) in the Netherlands, along with Mike Ciuni, Director of the Fellowships in Global Citizenship. As part of the world’s largest Model UN event, with over 3,000 students from 200 schools and 40 countries, they engaged in debates on pressing global issues, including AI’s role in international politics and healthcare. Representing the “France Delegation,” they collaborated with peers from around the world, gaining invaluable experience in diplomacy and international relations.
80 talented HB visual artists have been recognized in the prestigious 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, the nation’s longest-running program honoring creative teens. Several of these students earned the coveted Gold Key distinction, qualifying their work for national adjudication, while others received Silver Keys and Honorable Mentions across various media, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, digital art, and mixed media.
Jasmine Neumann ’25 and Michaela Kirkpatrick ’26 have achieved an extraordinary honor, earning National Gold Medals—an achievement reserved for less than 8% of regional Gold Key winners. Jasmine’s work explores profound questions of memory and identity, examining where we house our sense of self, what happens when it fades, and whether life is simply the continuity of consciousness. Meanwhile, Michaela’s charcoal self-portrait is a breathtaking study in observation, with expressive mark-making that evokes a deep sense of wonder.
Tracy K. Smith Visit
As part of the H. William Christ Speaker Series, U.S. Poet
Laureate Tracy K. Smith visited Hathaway Brown, offering the Upper School community a profound exploration of poetry’s role in today’s world. She spoke about poetry as a questiondriven art form that encourages openness to new perspectives, deepening our understanding of the world. Beyond her lecture, Ms. Smith led a creative writing workshop, guiding students through a collaborative poem analysis that inspired their own writing. In the evening, she joined the Hathaway Brown and University School Orchestras for a moving performance, showcasing the transformative power of poetry, art, and music in uniting a community. The event was a remarkable celebration of literature and performance, leaving a lasting impression on students and faculty alike.
Cum Laude Society
18 members of the HB class of 2025 were inducted into the Cum Laude Society, an organization established to recognize academic achievement in secondary schools for the purpose of promoting excellence, justice, and honor.
The 2025 Cum Laude Society inductees are:
Teagan Banyard
Madeleine Burke
Amelia Chatlos
Ashley Chu
Blake Cody
Arushi Dugar
Paige Fluent
Clare Hess
Katherine Hilbert
Hannah Kaufman
Jane Kennedy
Abigail Muresan
Elsa Plank
Helen Qiu
Maggie Reef
Emily Stringer
Maya Tang
Anna Zhang
Celebrating the Class of’25
This amazing group of 91 seniors has filled our halls and our hearts with joy, laughter, love, inclusiveness, and a sense of belonging for all. Their enthusiasm has been contagious as they rose boldly to new challenges and opportunities, immersed themselves in our distinguished academics, and showed never-ending support and commitment to all in our celebrated community. Now, we can’t wait to see these seniors blaze trails on 55 different college campuses! We celebrate not just where they are going, but who they are — as individuals and as a class. We send them into the world with all our love, pride, and support, knowing they will always have a home at Hathaway Brown School as honored alumnae. Learn more at www.hb.edu/classof2025.
Class of 2025 College Destinations:
Amherst College
Babson College
Bates College
Boston College
Boston University (7)
Brown University
Case Western Reserve University (2)
Cleveland State University (3)
Colgate University
College of Wooster
Columbia University
Connecticut College
Denison University
DePaul University
Duke University
Embry Riddle University
Emory University (3)
Fordham University
Furman University
George Washington University (2)
Georgetown University
Hampton University (3)
Harvard University (2)
Harvey Mudd College
Indiana University
Ithaca College
John Carroll University
Kenyon College
Lehigh University
New York University
Northeastern University (2)
Northwestern University
Ohio Northern University
The Ohio State University (11)
Pitzer College
Princeton University
Rhode Island School of Design
San Diego State University
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Sciences Po University in Paris/Columbia University
Skidmore College
Tufts University
University of California, Berkeley
University of Cincinnati (3)
University of Colorado, Boulder University of Michigan (3)
University of Notre Dame
University of Pennsylvania
University of Richmond (2)
University of Rochester (2)
University of Wisconsin at Madison
Vanderbilt University (2)
Villanova University
Washington University, St. Louis (2)
Wellesley College
Xavier University of Louisiana
as of 5/28/25
Notable Women
Hathaway Brown’s fourth-grade class continued the beloved Notable Women tradition, celebrating trailblazing women across history. Each student selected an influential figure from fields such as science, math, the military, business, technology, politics, and literature. Through in-depth research, they crafted and performed autobiographical presentations, bringing these remarkable women to life for an audience of faculty, students, friends, and family.
GROWGirls Reaching Others Worldwide
Representatives from GROW proudly welcomed 14 incredible organizations to campus this spring to receive grants from the student-led foundation. Together, the Middle and Upper School chapters awarded $15,110 to local nonprofits doing important work across Greater Cleveland.
Retirements
Hathaway Brown bids a heartfelt farewell to five cherished members of our community as they retire after years of dedicated service. Please join us in congratulating the following members of HB’s faculty and staff who retired at the close of the 2024-2025 school year.
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Terry Churchill 40 years of service
For decades, Terry Churchill has been a cornerstone of Hathaway Brown, working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure our campus is not just functional but truly exceptional. His deep commitment to maintaining and optimizing our beloved school has left an enduring mark on our community. Under his thoughtful leadership, HB has undergone remarkable transformations— from overseeing major renovations and construction projects to advancing sustainability and efficiency across our facilities. Whether ensuring every space is ready for learning, enhancing the beauty and safety of our campus, or helping to shape its future, Terry’s dedication, expertise, and work ethic have been nothing short of extraordinary. His impact will be felt for generations to come, and we are deeply grateful for his lasting contributions.
Kelly Wilson
30 years of service
Kelly Wilson—Seventh Grade Science Teacher, Middle School Science Department Chair, and Computer Science Teacher— has inspired students with her passion for STEM and hands-on learning. She has guided generations of girls through science fairs, lab reports, and immersive experiments, always finding new ways to spark curiosity and joy. A native Clevelander with a love for the coast, she played a key role in shaping the beloved Cape Cod trip, bringing science beyond the classroom. As a co-leader of the West Fellowship program, she has mentored students in independent research, empowering them to pursue their passions. Most importantly, Kelly has built lasting, trusting relationships with her students, who see her as not only an expert educator but also a fair, kind, and deeply supportive mentor.
Alice Stubbs 30 years of service
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Louise Scott
15 years of service
Louise Scott’s dedication, expertise, and passion have left an indelible mark on our school community. As a driving force behind the success of our recent fundraising campaign, she helped raise an extraordinary $69 million to date. Her deep understanding of database management and keen attention to detail ensured that every strategy was executed with precision and care. But her work was about more than numbers—it was about building relationships, uncovering opportunities, and laying the foundation for transformational philanthropy. As Director of Advancement Information Services, she played a crucial role in shaping the future of HB, ensuring that every effort was guided by insight and strategy. As an HB parent, she also had the unique perspective of watching her daughter thrive in the very environment she worked tirelessly to support, making her contributions even more meaningful. With her unwavering belief in our mission, Louise has helped create a lasting legacy that will continue to empower generations of HB women.
Since 1995, Alice Stubbs has been a beloved and indispensable part of the HB community, nourishing generations of students and colleagues not just with her unforgettable soups, stews, and salads, but with her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit. As a vital member of our dining services team, her soughtafter recipes and willingness to share them reflect the open-hearted, gracious person she is. Yet what we’ll miss most isn’t just her cooking—it’s Alice herself: her laughter echoing through the halls, her booming voice announcing the day’s specials, and her unwavering love for this community. She has shown us, day after day, that even the most ordinary moments can become extraordinary when done with love.
Grace Kattan 13 years of service
Grace first arrived at Hathaway Brown as a parent, then as a dedicated member of the HBPA, before fully stepping into the life of the school as a beloved Middle School faculty member. Fluent in both French and Spanish, she brought the world into her classroom, but her true gift extended beyond language instruction—she taught us that real conversation is rooted in deep listening, curiosity, and authentic connection. In every role she embraced—advisor, diversity liaison, and colleague—Grace cultivated spaces where students felt seen, heard, and valued. Her classroom was a haven of belonging, where honesty and empathy were not just encouraged, but expected, helping students find their voices and, in turn, discover more about themselves. Though teaching was Grace’s second career, it felt like her calling, and her wisdom, humor, and unwavering kindness have left a lasting imprint on our community. We are deeply grateful for the joy she shared, the values she championed, and the countless lives she touched.
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Hathaway Brown’s 149th Annual Commencement
May 30, 2025
Sisters Nina, Ally, Claire and Lauren Hudson ’25 were the first set of quadruplets ever to graduate from HB!
Michele Johnson Rogers ’75 gave a heartfelt commencement speech to the class of 2025.
Maggie Reef ’25 gave the invocation.
Clare Hess ’25 was awarded the Alumnae Scholar Prize for having the highest academic average during her Upper School career.
Jane Kennedy ’25 was awarded Honor Girl.
Simone Shanise Shaw ’09, President of HB’s Alumnae Council, gave the Alumnae Charge.
The future of Learning for Life Learning for Life
Head of School
Dr.
Fran Bisselle reflects on the next 150 years
Grace Fay Hooker, Carrie M. Smith, Clara M. Lyon, Dolly Glasser and Carrie A. Tisdale marched up to Brooks Military Academy in 1876 and asked to take classes, and their bold steps planted the seed of Hathaway Brown School. Over the past 150 years, it has grown and blossomed into a vibrant garden of students, faculty, alumnae, and friends—each one carrying forward the trailblazing spirit of its founders. Those young students could never have imagined the powerful legacy they were beginning on that momentous day!
HB has grown, changed, and modernized in ways no one could have imagined. The journey of women’s rights and empowerment has been one of the most profound transformations of the last century. From the early suffragists who fought for women’s right to vote, to the feminist movements of the 1960s and 1970s that demanded equal rights in the workplace and beyond, women have continually redefined their place in society. Landmark events like the passage of Title IX, which opened doors for women in athletics and education, and the increasing representation of women in politics, business, and science have paved the way for future generations. As these societal shifts have unfolded, HB has embraced the power of education to inspire and
elevate young women, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and ambition to rise boldly to the challenges of their time.
Today, the trailblazing spirit of the early founders is alive and well in the students walking through the halls. Throughout the next two school years, HB will mark its 150th anniversary with events, stories and reflections that celebrate many of whom have been part of the evolution of Hathaway Brown. Here, Head of School Dr. Fran Bisselle reflects on the unbounded possibilities of Hathaway Brown today and in the future, and how 150 years later, the school motto continues to ring true: Non Scholae Sed Vitae Discimus - We learn not for school but for life.
How has the evolution of girls’ education over the past century—shaped by shifts in societal expectations, academic disciplines, and post-secondary opportunities—redefined the role of schools like HB?
The evolution of girls’ education over the past century is, at its core, a story of progress—of barriers dismantled, opportunities expanded, and aspirations realized. As societal expectations for women have shifted, from the margins to the center of leadership, innovation, and influence, HB has not simply adapted; we have led the way with our innovative curriculum, our fellowship program, and our commitment to leadership. Today, HB is a place of intentionality, where distinguished academics are cultivated and where young women are empowered to define success on their own terms.
The enduring strength of HB lies in its unwavering mission: to educate girls not just for school but for life. Across decades of transformation—whether in academic disciplines, career pathways, or the broader landscape of equity and opportunity—we have remained steadfast in fostering intellectual curiosity, ethical leadership, and resilience. Our success is not measured solely in tradition, but in our ability to evolve without losing sight of our purpose- historically modern as we call it! We have never been content to merely respond to change—we anticipate it, embrace it, and ensure that the young women who pass through our halls do the same.
Anne Hathaway Brown once wrote, “The Hathaway Brown School aims to cultivate concentration and systematic, scholarly habits, to promote a happy, natural development of all the faculties, to encourage creative power, and to inspire ideas of service.” How do you think today’s HB is similar and how is it different?
Anne Hathaway Brown’s words reflect a vision of education that is both timeless and aspirational. The core of what she described—a disciplined intellect, a joyful and holistic development, a creative spirit, and a commitment to causes greater than self—remains unchanged. These are not just ideals; they are the very foundation upon which this school stands.
What has evolved is the world in which our students apply these principles. Today, concentration and scholarly habits are cultivated in an era of information abundance
and rapid innovation, where discernment and adaptability are as vital as knowledge itself. Creative power now extends beyond the arts and literature to fields like engineering, robotics, entrepreneurship, and research. And the idea of service has grown from a sense of duty to a sense of agency, where our students are not just contributors to their communities but changemakers on a global scale. Our unique fellowship programs
The enduring strength of HB lies in its unwavering mission: to educate girls not just for school but for life.
inspire this, too. The essence of our mission endures, but its expression is ever evolving—ensuring that each generation of students is not only prepared for the world as it is, but equipped to shape what it will become.
As we celebrate HB’s history, what makes you most proud?
What makes me most proud is not just the longevity of our school, but the enduring impact of its mission. For 150 years, this institution has not only educated young women but empowered them—generation after generation—to think boldly, lead with integrity, and shape the world around them. Look at Cleveland, for example. From the Art Museum to Severance Hall, from Holden Arboretum to Lake View Cemetery, from the Food Bank to Hopewell, from University Hospitals to the Cleveland Clinic, HB graduates have had a profound impact on all these institutions. The true measure of our success is not found solely in the milestones we mark but in the lives our graduates lead—their intellectual curiosity, their resilience, their commitment to service, and their courage to redefine what is possible.
I am proud that we have remained steadfast in our purpose while embracing change. That we have honored tradition while innovating fearlessly. That, in a world that often underestimates young women, we have never wavered in our belief in their brilliance and boundless potential.
And as we celebrate 150 years, I am most proud that we are not looking back with nostalgia— we are looking forward with ambition, knowing that the next century of HB’s legacy will be shaped by the diverse young women
who walk through its doors today. We know our students will create solutions to the most pressing problems our world is facing, and we want every single one of them to be successful. And yet to be truly successful, their education must touch not only their minds, but their hearts. They, like the adults who serve as their
The essence of our mission endures, but its expression is ever evolving–ensuring that each generation of students is not only prepared for the world as it is but equipped to shape what it will become.
role models, must know their own humanity and honor the humanity of every person with whom they come in contact. They must have those soft skills like empathy, authentic listening, and instinctual kindness; and they must care for their whole selves. History has taught us that we will be defined by how we love and how we use our hearts when we lead, and this guides our mission of learning not just for school but for life.
How has the training and professional development of educators evolved over the past century, and in what ways must teacher preparation continue to adapt to meet the demands of a rapidly changing educational landscape?
The preparation of educators has evolved from a model focused primarily on content and classroom management to one that demands pedagogical agility, cultural responsiveness, and a deep understanding of neuroscience and how students learn. A century ago, teacher training emphasized transmission—delivering knowledge from a fixed curriculum. Today, it requires transformation—equipping educators to cultivate critical thinking, adaptability, and a lifelong love of learning in their students.
The demands of our rapidly changing world mean that professional development can no longer be a periodic exercise; it must be a continuous pursuit, which is naturally in alignment with HB’s mantra, and being role models in learning for life is foundational for our staff. Teachers must be prepared not only to integrate new technologies and research-driven instructional strategies but also to navigate an increasingly complex educational landscape—one shaped by artificial intelligence, global interconnectedness, and the urgent need for ethical leadership and civic engagement.
Going forward, the best teacher preparation will prioritize four key elements: a commitment to putting knowledge in action; the ability to foster intellectual curiosity in an age of information overload; the capacity to teach with both empathy and academic rigor; and the mindset of authentic civil discourse—one who embraces change, challenges assumptions, and models the very growth we seek to instill in our students. Ultimately, our great school has been built by great educators.
What are your hopes for Hathaway Brown in the next 150 years?
As we look ahead to the next 150 years, my greatest hope is that HB continues to be a place where young women find not only knowledge but purpose, not only opportunity but the courage to seize it, not only friends but a lifelong sisterhood. The world will change in ways we cannot yet imagine, but the need for strong, thoughtful, and visionary women who champion each other will only grow.
Access to education is the new frontier. For our mission to endure, we must ensure that every girl with the talent, drive, and passion to thrive here has the opportunity to
do so—regardless of financial circumstances. Expanding tuition assistance is not just an investment in individual students; it is an investment in the future leaders, innovators, and changemakers who will shape our world.
To sustain this vision, our endowment must be a source of unbounded possibility. A strong financial foundation will allow us to remain nimble, to innovate, to attract and support the best educators, and to provide transformative experiences that prepare our students for lives of impact.
And through it all, we will stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, who have shown throughout our
history the power of generosity and sisterhood. One of my favorite stories from HB’s past took place in 1893, when students rallied to support a fellow Upper School girl whose family had been devastated by the financial crash of the New York Stock Exchange. In an extraordinary act of compassion, they created what became HB’s first scholarship—thirty years before any other school in the region even considered such a program. That moment wasn’t just ahead of its time; it was a defining expression of who we are. Remarkably, the student who received that support went on to serve on the board of trustees and became a major scholarship donor herself—proof that when we lift each other up, the impact echoes across generations.
The beautiful network of alumnae who have anchored our past continues to guide us into the future—serving as mentors, advocates, and living proof of what an HB education makes possible. Their legacy is woven into the fabric of our community, reminding us that this sisterhood extends far beyond graduation.
My hope is that, 150 years from now, young women will still walk through these doors and feel the same trailblazing spirit that generations before them have felt—that they will know they are part of something larger than themselves, something bold, something lasting. And that they, in turn, will leave this place ready for the next generation.
We will stand on the shoulders of those who came before us, who have shown throughout our history the power of generosity and sisterhood.
A Celebration 150 Years in the Making! 150 Years
Beginning this fall, Hathaway Brown will proudly celebrate 150 years of bold beginnings, brilliant minds, and unbounded possibilities. To honor this extraordinary milestone, we’re planning a year filled with unforgettable moments that reflect the heart, history, and spirit of our celebrated community. From joyful gatherings to thought-provoking programs and beloved HB traditions, these events will bring together students, families, alumnae, faculty, and friends from across generations.
We invite you to be part of the celebration —whether you’ve just joined the HB family or your roots run deep, there’s something meaningful for everyone. Take a look at what’s in store!
FOR 150TH
For the latest information on our events, scan the QR code or visit: www.hb.edu/150th!
August 31, 2025 - 5:30pm Picnic • 7 p.m. Performance
HB Night at Blossom Music Center
Disney’s The Lion King featuring The Cleveland Orchestra
HB’s annual movie night is taking a field trip to Blossom Music Center in celebration of our 150th! Join your HB friends as we celebrate the legacy of our extraordinary community with a night of music and togetherness.
The Cleveland Orchestra—founded by HB alumna Adella Prentiss Hughes Class of 1886—will perform the underscore of Disney’s original 1994 animated film The Lion King live as guests watch the movie on the big screen! Before the 7 p.m. performance, join us in Knight Grove for a complimentary picnic. All HB families and alumnae (and their families) are welcome! Register at www.hb.edu/150th.
HB & The Cleveland Orchestra: A Woven History
Did you know HB is woven into the history of The Cleveland Orchestra? Adella Prentiss Hughes (1869–1950), a pioneering force in classical music, founded The Cleveland Orchestra. Known as the “Mother of the Cleveland Orchestra,” she attended Miss Fisher’s School for Girls (later HB).
One hundred fifty-six years after Hughes’ birth, the Adella streaming app is available from The Cleveland Orchestra as a digital platform offering on-demand and live-streamed classical music performances. Once a blazer, always a blazer!
Likewise, Blossom Music Center, The Cleveland Orchestra’s summer home, is named for the Blossom family—including HB alum Elizabeth Bingham Blossom, Class of 1899 . Thanks to her family’s dedication to the arts (Elizabeth was a founding trustee of the Musical Arts Association, which operates The Cleveland Orchestra to this day), generations of HB students can continue to enjoy and support Cleveland’s rich musical history.
Elizabeth Bingham Blossom, Class of 1899
Adella Prentiss Hughes, Class of 1886
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Returning Home
Rebecca Feliciano ’99
Back on Campus and Ready to Celebrate
It’s good to be back at HB!
Many years ago, I graduated from HB (shoutout to the Class of ‘99), and now I’m back— this time helping to coordinate our school’s 150th anniversary celebrations. I’m also back because my daughter, Aoibhe, is now a student here. A dream come true!
Over the past few decades, I’ve had many adventures— living in Italy, Ireland, and Germany and spending time in Chicago (as many Clevelanders do). Most recently, I ran my own business, Product Collective, which hosted large-scale events and created resources for people who build software products. I’d like to think we did a pretty good job of bringing people together and helping them do their jobs better.
I’m in the next chapter of my work life, and that journey has brought me home to HB.
Looking back, I realize that throughout my adult life, I’ve sought—and been fortunate to find—small groups of strong women to support me, many of them HB alumnae. While I’m grateful for many aspects of my HB experience, the sisterhood has been the most lasting and cherished gift.
It’s the little moments that I remember the most about my time here: sitting near my locker and chatting with a good friend, traveling on the Precious Cargo buses to and from volleyball and softball games, having a good yap with my beloved art teacher, Mrs. Lee, and crying laughing with my roommate in the middle of nowhere France during our senior project trip. All of these moments still make me smile.
Whether HB still feels like home or is a distant memory, you are forever a part of its history and sisterhood—and that matters. No matter where life has taken you, we are connected by this shared experience, and I’m thankful for you. We are part of the ever-evolving HB mosaic.
Let’s celebrate HB together and ensure she thrives for another 150 years. Join me and the dedicated staff and faculty over the next two years as we honor HB’s history, embrace the future, and make her bolder and kinder than ever before. After all, we’re sisters.
September 26, 2025
Light the Night and opening of the new Pam and Steve Keefe Playground at the Barbara Mixon Park
Be part of the action at HB’s signature fall event as we officially unveil the brand new Pam and Steve Keefe Playground at the Barbara Mixon Park and kickoff our 150th birthday year with cupcakes! Sponsored by the HB Parent Association, this event is packed with excitement for our entire HB community. Bring a picnic or grab a bite from the food trucks, and enjoy everything from giant inflatables to shopping at the HB Market Collective.
Don’t miss the chance to sing Happy Birthday to HB!
October 28, 2025
Danielle Feinberg, Visual Effects Supervisor and Cinematographer, Pixar
H. William Christ Speaker Series
HB is thrilled to welcome Pixar’s Danielle Feinberg, a visionary leader in animation and technology, to campus as part of the renowned H. William Christ Speaker Series. Ms. Feinberg will spend the day with students on Tuesday, October 28th, and speak to the broader HB community that evening about the fascinating intersections between science and art, what it’s like to be a woman in STEM, and share advice for students interested in finding their creative calling within STEM fields.
Alumnae 150th Receptions
October 7, 2025 - Denver, CO at the home of Melissa Upp Nelson ’65
October 22, 2025 - Chicago, IL at The Chicago Club
November 18, 2025 - San Francisco, CA in the Crystal Room at The Olympic Club
November 19, 2025 - Los Angeles, CA at the Jonathan Club
December 19, 2025
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For the latest information on our events, scan the QR code or visit: www.hb.edu/150th!
HB’s beloved winter tradition, IDEO, will feel especially festive this year as it becomes part of our 150th-anniversary celebration. This cherished moment of sisterhood and community allows us to reflect on our school’s history and traditions as we close the fall term and blaze into winter break and the new year.
2026 has plenty more to offer Keep up with all the excitement at www.hb.edu/150th.
Marty Frazier, Dean of Faculty, on the 150th Anniversary of Hathaway Brown School
Every fall, five intrepid Hathaway Brown second graders don 19th-century garb and reenact the now famous knock at the door of Brooks Military Academy, where the first HB students demanded an education in 1876. The entire community watches our origin story with delight as these ambitious interlopers forge the Brooks School for Ladies, the beta version of today’s HB. The annual revival of this history reminds us of the barrier-breaking beginnings of our school, but it doesn’t fully examine the complex cultural landscape of the founding students’ political act.
As we watch the play today, 1876 sits in a vague, distant past. We might imagine coal stoves and iceboxes and long, handwritten love letters traveling by railroad to meet their readers on a windswept plain, but the specific
political and cultural landscape of this era does not feature prominently in our five-minute skit. In 1876, Alexander Graham Bell patented the telephone; Congress investigated Chinese immigration patterns before passing the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882; Cleveland’s own John D. Rockefeller amassed the world’s greatest fortune through Standard Oil; and Lakota and Cheyenne warriors defeated Lieutenant Colonel George Custer at Little Bighorn. Perhaps most significantly, a hotly contested presidential election and subsequent congressional vote resulted in the unlikely victory of Rutherford B. Hayes by just one electoral vote, which ended Reconstruction and built the infrastructure for the Jim Crow South. It was a big year.
Like today, America in 1876 was roiled by technological advancements, immigration debates, wealth inequality, and cultural divides. Though we make our origin skit rather simple, this was not a simple time. It is only through reimagining the past that we build nostalgia for a late 19th century full of horse-drawn carriages and World’s Fairs. The first HB girls knocked in the midst of an American inflection point.
I share this brief history to elucidate that HB students have been learning in complex times since the founding of our school, just as they are now. As current faculty, we keep interrogating a vexing question: What does it mean to “learn for life” when life’s current headlines feel electrically charged? As the United States today grapples with many of the same broad questions of 1876, I have found immense satisfaction (and comfort) in wrestling with these tensions alongside HB students and teachers who turn toward, rather than away from, the political and cultural fractures of American life.
As the founding sisters of the Brooks Schools for Ladies can confirm, school itself has always been a site for political engagement. Today, educators wrestle with how to broach contentious topics in ways that allow for dialogue and exchange while navigating elevated levels of polarization, anxiety, and distrust in our culture at large. HB continues to lead in this complex space, bravely knocking on doors, guided by values that honor the myriad points of view represented throughout our HB community.
Much like 1876-77, a divisive presidential election has shaped our nation throughout this scholastic year. HB stands firmly as a nonsectarian organization with a deep commitment to ideological plurality and an abiding mission of fostering independent critical thinking. Cultivating such complex, intellectual skills does require
deeply political—not partisan—engagement, and I am proud of HB faculty who champion this courageous work. Prior to last fall’s election, HB invested significantly in programming and training for faculty on cultivating welcoming spaces of belonging and leading pluralistic classrooms. Building on this momentum in 2025, a dedicated team of Upper School faculty and students worked together to reinstate a longstanding tradition: Real Conversations. Held over lunchtime in a classroom, Real Conversations help students practice critical skills of civil discourse while debating a contemporary issue, all spearheaded by an expert faculty member.
As an event, Real Conversations is entirely voluntary, but the overflow crowds attest to its undeniable popularity. Students pitch ideas for topics they want to cover, and faculty offer a variety of seminars in response to student
Second-grade students reenact the famous knock at the door of Brooks Military Academy where the first HB students asked to take classes in 1876.
curiosity. President Trump’s emerging agenda has figured prominently as a catalyst for these conversations, and throughout the spring semester, we explored the role of executive orders, tariffs, international aid, and K-12 education policies. Typically teachers presented some quick background information followed by salient, debatable questions that our students wrestled with in sophisticated and multifaceted directions.
I led a Real Conversations session about curriculum controversies, the subject of President Trump’s executive order from January entitled “Ending Radical Indoctrination in American Schools,” which claims that schools “indoctrinate” students in “radical, anti-American ideologies while deliberately blocking parental oversight.” We examined the language of this executive order and interrogated its implications through open-ended, unbiased questions sparked by this document: Just how should K-12 schools acknowledge and/or celebrate cultural differences among diverse populations? What role should parents play in deciding how students express themselves at school? What broader implications across schools and institutions might these orders hold, specifically independent schools like
Hathaway Brown? The goal of these conversations is not to arrive at an answer: there simply isn’t one. The goal is to think, to listen, to reimagine, to pause, to connect, and, most importantly, to grow.
Witnessing student exchange in these moments further buoys my confidence in the future of our democratic institutions. HB students simultaneously take up space and make room for others. They passionately share their perspectives and acknowledge the value of those who think differently. They wonder passionately. On the topic of parental involvement in school curricula, several students acknowledged the potential threats of interventions by parents seeking to control curricular decisions; others acknowledged the importance of understanding and respecting the diverse values of parents as key constituents and stewards of the community. These Real Conversations forums catalyze reflective awareness of how broader political and cultural forces impact school experiences, and HB faculty invite students to coconstruct answers to the enduring, complex questions of schooling: In a lively exchange over bowls of butter chicken or pierogies, we consider what is worth learning, how we acquire knowledge, and how we justify our emerging beliefs.
I don’t know what the five founding young women of the Brooks School for Ladies talked about those first few weeks of classes back in 1876. I won’t delude myself that their teachers constructed robust, student-centered forums on presidential powers and democratic pluralism. After all, one of the explicit goals of the first iteration of HB was to combine secondary education with finishing school finesse, preparing young (exclusively white) women for reputable marriages and families—another part of the skit we leave out. But origin stories were never meant to be entirely accurate. They are designed to capture our attention, to tell a simple tale that streamlines truth into a digestible and inspirational bite, and to unify a mission.
HB’s unyielding mission is why we produce this stalwart skit every year—to recommit to the value of knocking on doors, cracking glass ceilings, and bringing our lunches to the Real Conversations table, even when taking a break might feel easier.
I would love to think that the young women of Brooks School For Ladies debated presidential elections,
reflected on impending technical revolutions, examined the wealth gaps in Cleveland, interrogated the implications of federal policies, and imagined a robust vision for an expansive American future—but we’ll never know.
Whatever the first students really studied 150 years ago, HB has become a place where faculty lead in prompting the most sophisticated, bold, and daring questions; where we are unafraid to objectively examine the political realities of our moment; and where we inspire students to develop their voice in a robust American democracy. These are our knocks, our contributions to a richer and more just world.
In another 150 years, HB will celebrate its 300th anniversary. I want the Blazers of the future to know that we really did ask tough questions and debate the values of our democracy—and that this is the work that must endure on North Park Boulevard, or wherever HB calls home centuries from now.
We must keep knocking.
Source: Case Western Reserve University’s Encyclopedia of Cleveland History
Mary E. Raymond LEGACY SOCIETY
Alumnae Spotlight
Established in 1994 in honor of a beloved Hathaway Brown School headmistress, this giving society recognizes alumnae and friends of the school who have shown their commitment to the future by making HB a beneficiary of their estate plans.
Learning to be Resilient and Resourceful
Stephanie Skylar Hench ’78 is not someone who shies away from the unknown. “Most people don’t like change, but I do. I love challenges,” says Stephanie.
That’s been evident throughout her professional career, where’s she held leadership positions in vastly different fields. For more than a decade, she owned a broadcast media company that had radio stations in Lima, Ohio. She sold the company in 1997 and jumped from radio
to retail, becoming the Executive VP of Marketing & Communications for a regional chain of grocery stores in Northwest Ohio. She later served as the President & CEO before the company was sold in 2014.
Stephanie gives a lot of credit for her ability to navigate the unknown to her time at Hathaway Brown. “HB instills confidence and resilience. Life is inherently difficult. People who are resilient and resourceful seem to thrive better. HB helped me develop those skills,” she says.
Stephanie also says her parents impressed upon her at an early age that there were no limits to where she could go. “HB reinforced that message and prepared me for a dynamic future. I’m forever grateful for that experience,” she adds.
She has maintained a strong connection to HB that began more than 50 years ago when she was a student for nine years. Upon graduating in 1978, she immediately stepped up to serve as class correspondent, and, today, she still serves in that important role that keeps her classmates connected and strengthens lifelong friendships.
Stephanie has also been a member of the HB Board of Trustees since 2019 where she is able to make a lasting impact and help shape the future of Hathaway Brown and its mission.
“HB is a special place. I want to be able to help focus on long-term goals and the sustainability of the school. I benefited from a Hathaway Brown education and I want other families and students to benefit going forward. The board governance and culture is impressive. It is the most organized board I have ever served on. Everyone is willing to participate and speaking up is encouraged,” says Stephanie.
She and her husband Eric have made annual donations to HB for more than 20 years, including supporting the The Aspire Program of Hathaway Brown. The program serves middle school girls from across the Cleveland area who come to HB during the summer for a variety of leadership-
building activities in academic classes and exploratory workshops, as well as fun activities.
Benefiting Future Generations
Stephanie and Eric decided to take their giving even further in 2024. They met with Director of Advancement Clarke Wilson Leslie ’80 to learn more about making Hathaway Brown a beneficiary of their estate plans. They chose to become members of the Mary E. Raymond Legacy Society by making an additional planned gift via a bequest to support scholarships at HB.
“Future generations will benefit from the really transformative education offered by HB, and we’re happy to be part of making that happen,” says Stephanie.
When talking about the education Stephanie received at HB, Eric admits that he’s a little jealous. Eric grew up in a small town in Northwest Ohio and attended public schools, receiving a solid education, but he’s quick to point out – and
ALL IN FOR HB GIVING DAY
appreciate – the differences. “When I experienced what HB was doing, I was just blown away. If I had that boost of how I viewed the world at that age, it would have been life changing.”
Both Stephanie and Eric are confident HB will continue to develop confident, resilient graduates who have the skills needed to navigate the unknown. She points to the HB motto – We Learn Not for School, But for Life –and the ability to take chances while in school as having a lifelong impact.
“My advice to current students is to build resilience while you have a safety net. HB is a great place for growth because if you do fall down, they pick you up and point you in the right direction,” says Stephanie.
Forty-seven years later, those same lessons and her ties to HB remain with her, and even get her a bit emotional when she talks about it. “I’m so proud of HB. It’s hard to put words to it.”
Giving Day 2025
On March 12, our community went all in for current students, faculty, and programs by supporting The Fund for Hathaway Brown.
557 donors gave over $185,000 to HB, unlocking $60,000 from Alumnae Council, Head’s Council, and 24 generous match donors!
Range of alumnae and parent/guardian classes represented:
1947 ••••• 2041
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All in for HB from 32 states, Washington, D.C., and Australia
Alumnae classes with most donors: 1960, 1985, 2005 Parent/guardian classes with most donors: 2025, 2026, 2028
THANK YOU to our alumnae, parents, grandparents, friends, faculty and staff!
It’s a Wrap!
Alumnae Weekend 2025
This past May, we welcomed over 200 alumnae to Hathaway Brown to celebrate Alumnae Weekend. It was an exciting weekend of connection, shared memories and above all else, sisterhood.
The Class of 1975 met their Third Grade Pen Pals from the Class of 2034
Class of 1975 - 50th Reunion
Class of 1985 - 40th Reunion
Class of 1990 - 35th Reunion
Class of 1970 - 65th Reunion
Class of 1955 Zoom party in honor of their 70th Reunion
Class of 1965 - 60th Reunion
Class of 1970 - 55th Reunion
State of the School and Awards Ceremony
Class of 2010 - 15th Reunion
Class of 1995 - 30th Reunion
Gretchen Gilbert Nyland ’50 returned to HB for the first time since her graduation to attend her 75th Reunion with her daughter Heidi.
Mayor Bianca Motley Broom ’95, Jasmin SandersTriplett ’26, and Dr. JeffriAnne Wilder ’94 at the Black Alumnae Affinity Group discussion.
Edna Dawley Strnad ’42 and Lyse Strnad ’72 enjoying the capstone presentations by students enrolled in the Strnad Fellowships in Creativity.
Class of 1995 Gathering
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A Legacy of Leadership and Giving: Celebrating Jane Quayle Outcalt ’55 Head’s Award for Exemplary Service
From the moment Jane Quayle Outcalt ’55 arrived at Hathaway Brown in seventh grade, she knew she was stepping into a place that would shape her future. Having started at a strong public school in Shaker Heights, she and five classmates moved to their new school on North Park, where their parents aimed to provide them with a top-tier education and prepare them for what was an increasingly more competitive college admissions process. Head of School Anne Cutter Coburn emphasized the importance of being well-rounded students with strong character, while also maintaining the highest of academic standards, structure and tradition. Jane recalls that under
the watchful eye of Miss Coburn, students lined up in the hallways before assemblies, ate lunch at tables with teachers, and were careful not to “horse around.” Adhering to the dress code of the time, she and her classmates wore gold blouses with brown jumpers—uniforms Jane fondly remembers as “horrible.” In a spirited act of defiance, they once swapped them for burlap sacks, a prank that still brings laughter today!
Along with structure, HB was a place of warmth, learning, and deep friendships. The school’s legendary dietician, Frances Simmons, ensured that meals were not just sustenance but a delight, with corned beef hash and apricots still holding a special place in Jane’s memory. Academically, teachers like Miss Bruce, with her humor and high expectations, and Mrs. Owens, whose chalkboard figures were nothing short of art, inspired a love of learning that stayed with Jane long after graduation.
During her senior year, Jane met her future husband, Jon, at a mutual friend’s farm where young people were gathering for a hayride. Though their paths took them to different colleges—Smith College for Jane, Trinity College and Wharton for Jon—their connection endured, leading to marriage and a shared commitment to education, philanthropy, and community service.
After graduating from college, Jane joined IBM and trained as a systems engineer, where she specialized in overseeing new computer installations for customers in Cleveland, Philadelphia, and New York. Her passion for connecting people led her to establish The Intergenerational Resource
Center, an innovative agency that brought together individuals across generations through activities like gardening and art projects. A lifelong learner, Jane also earned a Master’s degree in American Studies from Case Western Reserve University and continues to “learn for life” through adult learning courses there.
Jane’s contributions to Hathaway Brown extend far beyond her years as a student. A lifetime trustee, she served on the board for 17 years, including a term as board president. She was a driving force behind major projects such as The JewettBrown Academic Center (Middle School building), Rosenthal Family Atrium, and The Carol and John Butler Aquatic Center, bringing vision, leadership, and an unwavering belief in the school’s potential. “Jane was a force in helping the board see unique projects through,” Director of Advancement Clarke Wilson Leslie ‘80 recalls. “Her enthusiasm and leadership inspired others to share in the vision.”
Through their philanthropy, Jane and Jon have played a vital role in sustaining HB’s excellence. “We love helping create spaces for learning and socializing,” Jon explains. “Our support is about making a great school even better and keeping outstanding institutions in Cleveland strong.” Their generosity extends beyond HB, as they are deeply involved in supporting education and community initiatives throughout the city, including Cleveland Museum of Art, Playhouse Square, University School, Breakthrough Schools, University Hospitals, United Way of Cleveland and many social service agencies..
In 2005, Jane was named a Distinguished Alumna, a recognition of her extraordinary contributions to HB and beyond. This past May, Jane became one of nine community members to be awarded Hathaway Brown’s Head’s Award for Exemplary Service. It is the highest award given at HB, and is done by the Head of School, from time to time, as she feels merited. “Throughout her decades of involvement with the school, Jane has supported all facets of HB’s growth and excellence,” said Head of School Dr. Fran Bisselle. “Her leadership at HB and throughout the Cleveland community inspires all HB students - past, present and future.”
For Jane, the impact of a HB education is immeasurable. “HB inspires people,” she says. “As a student, there was a lot of hard work, and there were also so many deep, meaningful relationships that endure.” Today, Jane’s classmates fondly refer to her as the “anchor of the class,” someone who embodies the strength of the friendships forged within the school’s walls. Those bonds remain strong, with many making the journey back each year for Alumnae Weekend.
“Hathaway Brown celebrates Jane’s legacy, and we honor her unwavering belief in the power of education, community, and the enduring spirit of Hathaway Brown,” said Dr. Bisselle.
Headmaster’s Award for Exemplary Service
Jane Quayle Outcalt is one of nine community members to receive this honor.
Jean Sharer Brown 1936* May 2008
Martine Vilas Conway 1949* May, 2009
Lucia Smith Nash 1946 * May, 2010
Lydia Bruner Oppmann 1962 May, 2012
Hilde Body Clark 1964 May 2014
Clara Taplin Rankin 1934* May 2015
Paul Matsen, Past Chair of Board of Trustees May 2016
Valerie Hughes, Retired Chief Financial Officer Fall 2021
Jane Quayle Outcalt 1955 May 2025
*deceased
Alumnae Trailblazers
Presenting the 2024 Distinguished Alumnae Award and Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients
Distinguished Alumnae Awards
Established in 1983, the Distinguished Alumnae award is presented to an alumna who has, through extraordinary effort and dedicated service to Hathaway Brown or her local, national, or international community, made a significant contribution in her professional or volunteer endeavors. This honor can be bestowed upon an alumna posthumously.
Michele Johnson Rogers ’75: Navigating Two Worlds
Michele Johnson Rogers had quite a journey to Hathaway Brown, literally and figuratively. The oldest of six children, she grew up in a workingclass Glenville neighborhood. Her father was a truck driver and foreman at a beverage distribution company. Michele had an early love for reading and was delighted when her mother began work as a bookbinder for a publishing company. She brought home books missing pages and with broken bindings, including several volumes of the coveted World Book Encyclopedia. “Whatever condition they were in, the books were a treasure,” Michele recalls.
Early exposure to books and the strong focus on education at home led Michele to a program for talented students in Cleveland Public Schools. When Michele began middle school she had to take a public bus to a different part of town. Some residents were angry about Black students coming to their neighborhood, and police were needed to get children to school safely for the first few weeks. “Thankfully, my parents never instilled any fear about the situation, and I rarely felt threatened,” says Michele. Despite these challenges, she excelled in middle school.
Flying Higher
One day, her fifth-grade teacher asked what careers students wanted to pursue. Michele said she wanted to be a flight attendant so she could “fly to cities all over the world.” Her teacher then asked, “Well why wouldn’t you want to be the pilot?” It was 1967 and Michele hadn’t heard of Amelia Earhart or any female pilots. However, this comment broadened her thinking about options.
How Did She Get to HB?
An assistant principal encouraged Michele and a few others to apply to Hathaway Brown for ninth grade. Both Michele and her classmate, Esther Cohen ’75 , joined the class of 1975 at HB. “Initially I was worried about going to a school in a totally different environment, where I had to take three buses for over an hour, and I would know one person, Esther. It was a culture shock at first and I felt I was straddling two worlds much of the time. But this practice turned out to be a good thing. It helped prepare me for navigating the world. HB was an amazing experience for growth, development, and friendships.”
Being Well-Rounded
“The most valuable aspect of my HB education was its holistic nature. Academics were rigorous. We respected the faculty and staff – from the dining room to the administrators to the coaches. HB encouraged us to engage in a variety of activities. I enjoyed Outward Bound in Vermont, playing sports (more commitment than talent), theater and science projectsI I participated in as much as possible, made good friends, and learned valuable life and leadership skills. The opportunity to develop the whole person is fantastic.”
Life After HB
After graduating, Michele attended Williams College (which she loved) and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School. She began her career with Cummins Engine Co. in Indiana and North Carolina before moving to the Chicago area where she worked in consulting and later held roles in admissions, student affairs and teaching at Northwestern— just a block from home.
Today, Michele runs executive programs, works with Chicago area nonprofit organizations, and teaches at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. She serves on several boards and civic organizations focused on education, youth, and economic development, and she coaches a middle school girls basketball team. Michele is the proud mother of daughters Akilah and Ariel, and she looks forward to an active, fun retirement in the not-toodistant future.
Applied Learning
Michele draws inspiration from her family’s example to give back and to make a positive impact. And she credits her intellectual curiosity to her mother’s dedication to their academics, including nightly homework reviews for six children! “I credit HB with enhancing our critical thinking and applied learning skills in stimulating ways with dedicated faculty. In history and political science, we delved into the why and how of Lenin versus Stalin. In English, we explored how the Bronte sisters’ harsh schooling and life events influenced their writing. In science, we tested our hypothesis while learning lab skills with Mrs. Cortez. I loved my HB experience!”
Cindy Gardner Resch ’75: Making the Right Investments
Cindy Gardner Resch freely admits that she wasn’t the best student at HB when it came to academics, but she knew the work had to get done—and that laid the groundwork for growth throughout the rest of her life. “At HB, we worked on projects and got things accomplished. That was fundamental to my success all along, in college, in work, and in raising a family,” she says.
After growing up in Shaker Heights and attending HB as a “lifer” from Kindergarten through twelfth grade, Cindy headed east to the University of Vermont, where she initially was going to major in chemistry. Taking a required calculus course led her to change her own course, choosing to major in psychology. She came back to Shaker Heights and realized that, in the long term, psychology wasn’t for her. She found finance and investing more interesting, so she went to the Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management, earning an MBA in finance. That led to a career in financial management, working with foundations, endowments and high-net-worth clients to create and implement investment strategies.
Cindy Gardner Resch ’75 continued
Today, Cindy is semi-retired, working as a Partner and Senior Investment Strategist at CM Wealth. She joined the firm in 2012, was named Chief investment officer in 2014, and remained in that position until 2023. She enjoys volunteering and currently serves on the boards of Rainbow Babies & Children’s Foundation and Piano Cleveland, is a member of the investment committee at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Cleveland Heights and chairs the investment committee of the national Garden Club of America.
Lessons Learned
“I wasn’t the most diligent student at HB, but I still worked to get the grades I got. It taught me perseverance and that I could do it. Being an all-girls school, I also saw that the students at HB can do anything. To see women were quite capable and could excel was especially important in my era.”
Perseverance Pays Off
“That perseverance was particularly important after my husband and I divorced. Not long after, he passed away and I essentially became a single mother raising two children. I’m really proud that I was able to work and have a good job
and provide for my kids even after their dad was gone. Both of my daughters also went to HB.” (Elizabeth Koury ’06 and Katharine K. Sterling ’08)
Blazing Trails
“Forty years ago, there weren’t a lot of women in finance and the investment world. I did run into times where I was treated differently because I was a female. Sometimes, I would dig in my heels about things, which made situations harder. More times than not, I realized I had to work within the system. That’s why I’m thrilled I was able to get to the point of becoming Chief Investment Officer.”
Having Fun Volunteering
“I’ve enjoyed the fruits of my career in that I’ve been able to have some fun. I really enjoy volunteer activities. I’m at the end of my tenure on the Rainbow Babies & Children’s Foundation. I was the Investment Committee Chair for several years and pleased to have overseen some advancements in how the foundation is managed. I’m also the Investment Committee Chair for Garden Club of America and impacting the management of that endowment. It’s nice to have my career allow me to bring value to non-profit organizations.”
Alumnae Achievement Award
The Alumnae Achievement Award is presented to an alumna in recognition of significant accomplishments in her professional or civic roles. This award, established in 2004, is given to an alumna who has graduated within the past thirty years. This honor can be bestowed upon an alumna posthumously.
Samantha Lewis-Bennett ’00:
Brave and Bold
Samantha Lewis-Bennett has never been afraid to be herself. That was especially true attending Hathaway Brown where she was a “lifer,” attending from pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade. “In a single sex environment, I could freely express myself with my words and clothes. I wore some interesting outfits,” she says. From an early age, she loved clothes and fashion. At HB, she developed a curiosity for the natural world and, eventually, a passion for the environment. Today, she’s got the best of both of those worlds as the Head of Sustainability, U.S., for Chanel, the global luxury fashion house founded in 1910 by Gabrielle Chanel. Samantha oversees all sustainability efforts for Chanel across the United States, which includes reaching the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040.
Her fashion-industry journey began while working part-time at J.Crew while pursuing a degree in environmental studies at Cleveland State University. She later moved to New York
City continuing to work for J.Crew. That’s where she first engaged with the company’s green team and was invited to apply for an internship in corporate social responsibility (CSR). Over the next decade, Samantha worked her way up at J.Crew, gaining invaluable experience before transitioning to Ralph Lauren as the Manager of Energy and Sustainability, and then Chanel in 2019. She credits HB with giving her the tools to get to where she is. “The access to a high-quality education and passionate teachers laid the foundation for my career and who I am today.”
An Awakening
“In middle school, I had Mrs. Queen for Science. She really was the awakening I had with nature. A lot of where I am today is about tapping into my passion for the environment and curiosity with the natural world.”
Combining Many Pieces
“One of my favorite teachers was Mrs. Syed for AP English. The way that I speak and write, I attribute a lot to her and her diligence with our communication skills. I have a little bit of Mrs. Queen in there, a little bit of Mrs. Syed, my second grade teacher Mrs. Johnson and many more. All of these teachers shaped who I am today, and there are little pieces of them in all of my successes.”
Public Speaking
“Public speaking has become an integral part of my job, as I frequently present to large groups of people. While I still find it unnerving at times, the skills I developed through experiences at HB have been invaluable in helping me deliver complex messages with confidence. In both 8th and 12th grade, I spent a considerable amount of time crafting and refining my speeches, prior to delivering them to the middle and upper schools, respectively. These opportunities were crucial in honing my ability to communicate clearly and effectively, even in highpressure situations. Additionally, participating in Model UN taught me to critically examine global issues and consider multiple perspectives, a skill that has proved essential in delivering nuanced and balanced messages.”
Staying Committed
Chanel was founded by a bold and brave woman at a time when women were told not to be bold and brave. She changed how women dressed. I think that really crafted the heart of our organization, where we know who we are and we know what our values are.”
Welcome Home and Visits Across the Country!
We love connecting with HB Blazers on campus and on the road! Follow us on socials for updates on regional events and plan a visit to campus by contacting the Office of Alumnae Engagement Office at hbsalum@hb.edu or 216.320.8775.
Caroline Emrick Weingart ‘85, owner of Lizzie’s Bakery, now sells her baked goods at the HB Hath Caff - HB’s student-run coffee shop!
Perry
Former HB faculty and Alumnae who have made their mark as Heads of School recently connected at The 1911 Group Annual Conference in Princeton, New Jersey.
Erin Wolf ‘75 shared a presentation titled, The Unwritten Rules of Business, to Upper School students and connected with the Athletics Department on a recent visit to campus.
Brooke
’25, Caroline Emrick Weingart ‘85, Nela Serrano, Director, Fellowships in Business & Finance
Cleveland Alumnae enjoyed a barre3 Signature class by studio owner Megan Biggar Fulton ’03, for a fun HB Barre and Bites Galentine’s Day event in February.
Fran Bisselle and Erin Wolf ‘75 Tennis coaches Greg Aten and Nikki Mercer, Athletic Director Ashley Kelly, and Erin Wolf ‘75.
Sue Sadler (The Bryn Mawr School), Camille Lipford Seals ‘02 (Columbus School for Girls), Polly Oppmann Fredlund ‘92 (Westover School), Marjo Talbott ‘72 (Maret School), and Fran Bisselle (Hathaway Brown)
Ginny Robinson ‘69, Holly Strawbridge ‘69 and Fran enjoyed a sunny visit in Florida in February.
HB Alumnae brought their Blazer spirit to a Browns watch party in Chicago.
Elizabeth Harding Gold ’90 and Fran Biselle met for breakfast in NYC.
Sandy Brinn ’86 and Maura Slater
(not
held mock interviews with students enrolled in the Fellowships in Business & Finance and provided valuable feedback.
Tom Barry, founder of the Barry Faculty Fellowship, visited HB in the fall to meet the 2024-2025 Fellow, Mónica Vilá Geis, and have lunch with students who participated in the India program.
Colleen Lavelle ’13 visited campus as a representative of undergraduate admissions at Stevens Institute of Technology and caught up with Diana McBeath on Mole Day.
Suzy Meckes Hartford ‘61 delighted the Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten classes by reading to the class in April.
Alumnae in the New York area enjoyed a yoga class led by Emily Amjad ‘15 at her studio, GTHR, in Brooklyn.
Wilson ‘01
pictured)
Mike Ciuni, Tom Barry, Fran Biselle.
Sarah Young ’99 visited HB’s campus with her family before Thanksgiving
Fran Biselle, Ann Lust Bernstein ’55, and Dan Bernstein had lunch at the Harvard Club of New York City.
Hannah Schmidt ‘19, who is currently touring with the national production of Peter Pan, led a special workshop for HB’s performing arts students, offering personalized feedback and inspiring students with her professional journey.
Pre-School, Middle and Upper School Music Teacher, Laura Main Webster ‘91, with Hannah Schmidt ‘19
Inaya Carrington ‘18 (performer on right) reconnecting with several former teachers.
We were thrilled to welcome back Inaya Carrington ‘18 for a powerful performance from the Djapo Cultural Arts Institute company in February.
Colleen Lavelle ’13 and Diana McBeath, Upper School Science Teacher
Samantha Lewis-Bennett ‘00 came to campus on April 21st to speak to Upper School students on sustainability initiatives at Chanel.
Anne Baker ‘78 and her brother visit HB.
HB Alumnae Affinity Groups
Did you know that HB has three Alumnae Affinity Groups? Learn more about each group or inquire about starting a new group by reaching out to the Office of Alumnae Engagement via email: hbsalum@hb.edu.
Black Alumnae Affinity Group
The Black Alumnae Affinity Group is a space designed for any HB alumnae who identify as Black. The mission of the group is to offer Black Alumnae pathways for connection, support, and engagement with fellow alumnae of color and current HB students who identify as Black.
If you are interested in joining or learning more about the BASC Alumnae Affinity Group, please contact Dr. JeffriAnne Wilder ’94 at jeffrianne@gmail.com.
LGBTQA+ Alumnae Affinity Group
The LGBTQA+ Alumnae Affinity Group is a space designed to cultivate connections, extend unwavering support, and stand in solidarity with every single alum who identifies as LGBTQA+.
If you are interested in joining or learning more, please email hbsalum@hb.edu.
HB Entrepreneurship Alumnae Affinity Group
Launched in 2025, this new affinity group is designed to connect and support HB entrepreneurs and promote their businesses to the wider HB community. The group is also working with the Business and Finance Fellowships to provide mentoring and guidance to students. If you are interested in learning more or joining this group, please email hbsalum@hb.edu.
In collaboration with the Alumnae Council, we are launching an entrepreneurship directory next year. Stay tuned for more details on how you can submit your business for inclusion and ways to support Blazer-owned businesses.
Class News
Blazers across the globe shared exciting updates in this issue. The Class News that follows was submitted earlier this year. With our spring issue shifting to a summer release, some updates may be from earlier in the season— but they’re still full of great moments worth sharing! To be included in the fall issue, submit your updates by August 15 to your class correspondent or by using our online form at HB.edu/ClassNews.
What’s your go-to karaoke song or the one you’d sing if you were on stage?
• “Chain of Fools” by Aretha Franklin
• “Give Peace a Chance!” by John Lennon
• “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston
• “I’m Every Woman” by Chaka Khan
What’s a unique or unusual talent you have that not many people know about?
• I tell good ghost stories
• I am a bench jeweler
• I have an unusual memory for song lyrics
• I was an internet DJ for five years
What is your favorite or most used app on your phone?
• Music
• Apple Podcasts
• Banking
• Roadtrippers
• TeuxDeux
• Watch Duty
• Google Travel
• Notes
• The New York Times/New York Times Games
• Zoom
• BitLife
• Life360
• Email
• BBC.com
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CLASS OF 1955
Class Correspondent: Barbara Huge Homeier dhomeoer01@earthlink.net
In May, Nancy Harrington MacFarlane’s husband, Ray, died as a result of an e-bike accident. They had eight children and Nancy decided to move back to Boulder City, Nevada, from Colorado. Nancy recovered well from a small stroke of three years ago. She previously lived in Cleveland and had moved to Colorado in 2004. Please reach out to HB’s Alumnae Office if you would like Nancy’s phone number.
Marian Johnson Morton says, “Last summer Joy Johnson Nevin and I were discussing writing personal essays. She had just published her latest book, Finding Joy in Later Life, and she inspired (nagged) me to write a personal essay about my days at Malvern School in Shaker Heights. You can read that essay on shakerlibrary. org/local-history/research/stories, Growing Up in Shaker Heights. If you look carefully at the photo of our Malvern Class of 1948, you will see the smiling faces of eight little girls who soon traveled half a mile north to join the class of HB ’55. (I am not in the photo because I was in the other fourth grade class).
I don’t know why we chose HB; perhaps its closeness or familiarity. I do know that we continued to get a fine education there. Most important for me, I learned about writing, thanks to Miss Jensen, Miss Bruce, Miss Birney, and our Latin teacher, Miss Blake, because learning a second language teaches you about your first.
I don’t remember doing much creative writing, but I enjoyed learning the rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Not to brag, but even after 40 years of grading my students’ writing, I can still spot a
dangling participle and a split infinitive at a hundred yards. I also learned that writing is less about inspiration than about putting the seat of your pants to the seat of your chair, and staying seated until you are done.
Thanks to HB, writing was always an important part of my professional life: as a very young reporter for local newspapers and then as a professor who got paid for teaching and paid extra for writing and publishing. After I retired from John Carroll University (another half mile north), writing, mostly local history, became a hobby, using a skill I happily acquired so many decades ago. ‘Non scholae sed vitae discimus,’ as the saying goes.”
Joy Johnson Nevin just had her big 87th and celebrated it in a BIG way with relatives and friends at a French restaurant. Her daughter, Susan, or “Seattle Sue” as Joy calls her, was able to stay longer during her visit. Joy also had a granddaughter get married in October in Westport, Connecticut, on a beautiful, clear day where one could see the New York City skyline. Joy is finishing her secretarial job for the residents at Cedarfield Senior Living Retirement Community near Richmond, Virginia, and is still in the same villa where she moved with her late-husband John. She feels very lucky as she recently had a successful carotid artery operation.
Hope Gibson Hungerford is still at Judson Manor at University Circle in Cleveland and still has her property in Vermont. She is looking forward to the reunion.
Judi Steinbrenner Kamm now lives in Westlake, Ohio, in an independent apartment. She still is able to drive, a feat for some of us at our age, and she is hoping to make the reunion. Judi is the
mother of two boys, one in Tampa, Florida, and one nearby in Bay Village. It was so nice to catch up with Judi and talk about our days in the dorm.
Karen Williams Fox is in Vero Beach, Florida, where she and Gerry have lived during winters for many years. She has given up golf for croquet! Ten days before going to Florida, they traded their long-term house in Greenwich for a life care facility when living north. We commiserated over a move to have to sort through so much!
Sookie Caswell is doing well in Arlington, Massachusetts, owning a two-family home and living upstairs while renting out the first floor. She has two adorable cats who keep her hopping. She tries to exercise between doctor’s appointments and reading. Sookie hosted Peggy Carr Daniel, who still has a place in Stockbridge and New York City, when she came to Boston recently.
Connie Crawford Allan remains in her same home and belongs to a senior group in Mountainside, New Jersey. Dave had taught at The Pingry School nearby. Connie is not planning on attending the reunion as she does not have any family nearby.
Connie Keller Keplinger still has a great sense of humor - even answering the phone “Joe’s Bar and Grille!” She lives at Bethany Nursing Home in Canton, Ohio. Her family is in California and are still in the wine business.
Louaine Taylor Leisching has lived in Flat Rock, North Carolina, near Tennessee for quite a while, having previously lived in Munich. She is active and so lively sounding after just visiting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren on the beautiful beaches near Savannah, Georgia.
Sara Hodge Geuder lives at a senior home in Wilmington, Delaware. She sounds very cheerful and partakes in the activities offered there.
Barbara Huge Homier, Dave, and their cat, Boji, moved about a mile and a half from their home of 54 years to a senior residential complex. They are getting used to it, though it is sometimes challenging. It was past time to make the move, but it is something needed in our senior years.
Alice Perme Brightup has shared she is confined to her place in Solon, Ohio. We hope she continues to fare well.
Hope that everyone has heard from HB that Jane Quayle Outcalt is receiving a much deserved Head’s Award honor at our big reunion. Plus the upcoming celebration next year of the 150th anniversary of the school’s founding will bring more emails. Stay tuned and stay well.
Unanimous thoughts: All participants of Mary Stewart’s Zoom calls miss their time with each other.
Also, join the HB Alumnae Book Club available through pbc.guru/hb. The last book we read was Pets in the City by Amy Attas.
CLASS OF 1956
Class Correspondent: Elizabeth Hornung Smith-Holmes esmithho@nycap.rr.com
Lin Travis Arterburn has been in frequent touch with Fielden Willmott Harper, who lost her condo in the recent wildfires in California. She stayed with friends for a few days and will relocate near a son’s home in Santa Barbara. Her studio in Santa Monica was spared – those who enjoyed her virtual tour of her paintings during our last reunion by Zoom will remember her great talent in depicting Los Angeles buildings and landscapes. Fielden has found great support from a women’s group at her church as she works to put her life back together.
Oriel Eaton is also slowly healing, after her very accomplished daughter Alice Kriz Warren died unexpectedly last August of sudden cardiac arrest. Oriel still maintains her psychotherapy practice and travels to visit her remaining three children. She has stayed in touch with Penny Johns, the daughter of an HB history teacher, whom she knew at Smith.
Carol Minsel Sparker reports from Chagrin Falls, Ohio, that Sandra Thomas White died in January, just a few days after her 87th birthday. We remember Sandy especially as the generous hostess of a reunion dinner (our 40th?) at her home in Novelty, Ohio. Condolences to her daughter and two sons. We have also lost Lynn Stanley Lees, who died last March in Clearwater, Florida. She had lived in that area for many years.
Here’s hoping that those of us who remain will be able to celebrate our 70th (!!) reunion next year, if not actually in Cleveland, then perhaps by Zoom. Are you up for it? Please keep the school informed of any changes to your contact information. And, keep sending me information and pictures of class friendships maintained over the years.
CLASS OF 1959
Class Correspondent: Betsy Fallon bjf7beads@aol.com
Kay Shepard Boone says, “In 2018, I moved from Wilmington, North Carolina, where my husband, John, and I had lived, having built a house there in 1997-98 after he retired from business. His last position was at Alberto-Culver, Co. as Director of North American Consumer Products from 1992-98. John passed away of a brain tumor in April 2008. I moved to Roswell, Georgia, and I live near our younger son. I moved again in 2021 when my son transferred to Georgetown, Texas, near the company he worked for. We had an opportunity to move again in 2023/2024 to work remotely in his position as a lawyer for Tesla.
Feeling another move would be difficult for me, I returned to Wilmington, which is
Oriel Eaton ’56 (right) met up with her friend Penny Johns, the daughter of an HB history teacher, whom she knew at Smith
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a very nice city to live in. I can still drive to my daughter’s residence in Northern Virginia and fly to see my older son in Connecticut, as well as my youngest, who may end up in Salt Lake City. He needs to maintain access to the Tesla headquarters in Austin and is often flying for business. I thoroughly enjoyed my years of living near him and his young family, which includes two children – a girl and a boy — ages 5 and 2. I have a total of six grandchildren between the ages of 2 and 28, which consists of five boys and one girl.
CLASS OF 1960
Class Correspondent: Kate Shockey Lafrance kslafrance24@gmail.com
I am sorry to report that Molly Bruce Downing died on October 17, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. Many classmates wrote tributes to Molly. I compiled them and sent them to her daughter, who appreciated our thoughts.
Responding to my asking, Brannon Heath wrote the following:
MOLLY BRUCE DOWNING
February 21, 1942 – October 17, 2024
“Molly’s spirit romped through life, arms wide open to welcome all she met. I picture Molly flying across the sand, chased by her chocolate lab, Toblerone. She never feared to try something new with a competitive but fun- loving spirit.
When her knees started to fail, she walked, kayaked, and played pickleball perhaps. She learned to act and was a ‘star.’
For eight years spent on Sanibel Island, Florida, Molly wrote a memoir. It was beautifully written with pictures, clippings from papers, and fond memories. She
gifted me with a copy to share with people in my writing group. Several wrote Molly a note of thanks for helping them when we learned she was ill. That was Molly. People loved her, admired her, and wanted to be with her.
There was only one Molly. Personally, I sent vibes to my husband Don, to my twin sister Bonnie Heath Malm, and to our class’s Sue Hackenberg, spiritually gifted. Welcome Molly. Molly chose to be in the world; we are all better for knowing and loving her.”
Pam deWindt Burke and Kate Shockey Lafrance represented our class at the Celebration of Life for Molly on December 14, 2024. There was an overflow crowd representing the many ways Molly had touched individuals and organizations in Cleveland, Sanibel Island, and other areas. Guests were invited to reminisce about Molly. Pam delightfully told the story of her first encounter with Molly, who even on her first day at HB in the 7th grade was engaging and uplifting to others.
Jackie Castle Ronstadt lost her husband, Peter, on December 29, 2024. Jackie attended HB in kindergarten into 9th grade and HB’s Day Camp. Jackie and her family moved to Tucson, Arizona, in the winter of her 9th grade year due to Jackie’s allergies. Yes, Peter is the brother of Suzy and Linda Ronstadt. They grew up in a musical family. Peter had a musical career of his own and then teamed up with Linda and Suzy forming a folk trio. Also, Peter joined the Tucson Police Department, rising through the ranks to become its Chief for 11 years. He was instrumental in promoting Community Policing strategies, focusing on policing from a neighborhood level. He became a freelance consultant to law enforcement agencies around the country. The family music tradition is carried on by Jackie and Peter’s daughter,
who travels the West as part of a trio, paying tribute to older singers like the Eagles, Linda, and Woodstock with their songs and delighting audiences. Peter was preceded in death by his sister, Suzy, and a brother, Michael.
CLASS OF 1961
Class Correspondent: Laurel Blossom laurel.blossom@earthlink.net
To begin with, the irreplaceable Connie Berry died suddenly of a heart attack on May 8, 2024. Connie was an actor, director, producer, and friend of the 6th Street Community Garden in lower Manhattan for many years, where her summer series of literary Classics Performed in Part by Pets was an annual highlight. A beloved aunt to every child she knew, a wonderful portrait photographer (especially at birthdays and Halloween), and a smart, funny, and fiercely loyal friend.
Suzanne Gheen Bennett writes, “I’m still upright and smiling. I’m still painting. My biggest experience last year was getting marooned in the Pacific Northwest while hurricane Milton was ravaging Southwest Florida. Every summer, I visit my son William and his family in Olympia, Washington, and then I spend a few days in Portland, Oregon, with my sister, Ginger Gheen Gillin ’74. This year I spent a much longer time in Portland. Ginger had to leave, so I was marooned in Portland for a while. Hurricane Milton spared my community.
I myself, Laurel Blossom, moved with my husband Leonard Todd to a continuing care community (Belmont Village Westwood, 10475 Wilshire Blvd, #601, Los Angeles, CA, 90024) in January 2024, after (for me) two falls and a serious bout of
double pneumonia. Daughter Becca, a talent manager in Hollywood, lives nearby. Granddaughter Eloise is a sophomore at the University of Chicago, which she loves, and grandson Charlie is a junior in high school, which he doesn’t. Life is good.
Mary Lou Chamberlain says, “I continue to work with nonprofits to rescue and shelter children and animals from abuse. Heartbreaking but heartwarming when outcomes are good. I am still working at my church one day a week, which I absolutely love. Enjoyed a wonderful visit here with my grandchildren. They are my joys and blessings. Planning another one of our adventure/fun trips in the spring. I still have so many fond memories of years at HB. Hope our classmates are doing well.”
Wendy Welch Ellertson reported in July 2024 that Sue Morton Duncan, who taught us English our sophomore year, died after a long battle with dementia. Sue – she let us call her Sue! – worked for 50 years as founder of the Sue Duncan Children’s Center on the South Side of Chicago. She transformed many of our sheltered lives, opening possibilities we had never imagined and introducing us to exciting “subversive” literature.
Jenny Bartlett Fricks, who has had multiple bouts with cancer, started cyberknife radiation in mid-January on a malignant lesion at the left base of her brain. We wish her a complete and longlasting recovery.
Mary Ginn reports that she has moved to 7929 Westpark Dr, Apt 726, McLean, VA, 22102.
Cissy Cochran Hubbard lives in Dunning Park, west of Chicago, near her two daughters: Elizabeth, who is a costume designer for shows like “Hamilton” and the mother of twins; and Polly, who (until
second son Ethan was born) ran the literary program at Steppenwolf Theatre. Cissy enjoys the smell of the stockyards, the first of which was established by a “progenitor” of her husband, Thomas! Cissy’s son remains in Ohio, building his tool business. She says, “Chicago is a great city!”
Cleo McNelly Kearns recently sent a long letter about her life and philosophical concerns to many of us (and others). I quote the last paragraph here:
“Derrida once said the fundamental message of the Abrahamic traditions is that your son will live. Will he? That question is now posed acutely by the current regime and its allies, posed for all of us and for all of our children, of whatever gender. It is posed for me in particular because this regime is a direct threat to the life of my son, who is a person of color, as well as to the natural world I hold dear. Will he live to bear a child, a child of the red, white, and blue, yes, but also of the green, the black, and the gold, a child of water and spirit, of both the high mountains of the Andes of his blood ancestors and low hills and black soils of the Northeast and Midwest of mine? The question has haunted my forebears for generations, even from before their migration and incursions, and it haunts me too, especially now in old age, when — like many others – I cannot sleep. What does Lacan’s voice, the voice of one now dead, the voice of theory, say to me now of this question, and what are the whispers of another voice I hear, almost beyond the threshold of sense, in these night hours? I am trying to hear and I am trying to say.”
Visit Cleo’s substack newsletter at cleokearns@substack.com.
Nancy Chapin Mahler writes, “Love my life here on the farm in Tryon, North Carolina. Besides daily care of animals, I play golf, bridge, volunteer with two local charities, and try to keep up with friends. Pretty perfect!” About Hurricane Helene, she adds, “Lots of trees down but no harm to animals or buildings. We were so fortunate.”
Linda Shields Martin died in July, 2024. Her daughter, Kerry Christenson, sent her obituary, which is edited here:
Linda Shields Martin graduated from Earth on July 30, 2024, in her beloved home in Fairfield, Ohio. She joined her husband, Gene Kenneth Martin, who had graduated six days earlier on July 24, 2024.
While attending Brigham Young University, where she received her bachelor of science degree, Linda participated in a project sending cookies to men serving in the Vietnam War. Gene Martin received her cookies and they fell in love through letters and phone calls while he finished his time in the Navy off the coast of Japan.
Linda and Gene were married on February 1, 1969, and later sealed in the Manti, Utah, Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. They lived in Utah, Texas, and Wisconsin, and ultimately settled in Fairfield, Ohio. Along the way they had five children: Kerry (James) Christensen, Michael (Kerri) Martin, Debra Martin, Chris (Sokha) Martin, and Nicole (Thomas) Weber, with 16 years separating the oldest from the youngest. They currently have 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Among other pursuits, Linda began teaching piano lessons when her children were young so she could do what she loved and still be in the home for her family. As her children began leaving for
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college, she started her own tutoring business in Fairfield called LIFe Learning (Learning is Fun). She operated that business for over 20 years, hiring several wonderful tutors, including her husband, to assist her in helping hundreds of children with their schoolwork from elementary through high school. Her legacy will live on in the many lives she touched, especially through her talent for teaching.
Harriet Holan Wolfe writes, “I have spent the last almost six years as an elected officer of the International Psychoanalytical Association (IPA). This has proven to be a full-time volunteer job with the perks of a secretary and business travel. It is also an amazing opportunity to work with analysts from around the world: Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and North America. I have worked with someone named Lord John Alderdice since I became president-elect in 2019 to start a ‘Think Tank on Resolution of Intractable Conflict’. It is startling how the presence of such conflict has escalated both geopolitically and in professional organizations. I have learned a lot including that there is no simple answer. There are so many factors that seriously threaten safety and health, personal and global. ‘At home’ we have a second house now in Tucson, Arizona. My daughter and husband live there, and I commute from San Francisco until I am finished with the IPA (in July 2025). Please visit! It is beautiful, but unless you are good with 110 degrees, skip August.”
Best wishes to all our HB friends of every year, nearby and far flung, including Clara Taplin Rankin, a remarkable Clevelander, who died at the end of February, aged 107, She was in my (Jean Blossom Vilas) mother’s HB class of 1934!
CLASS OF 1965
Class Correspondent: Patty Ginn Feeney pattyfeeney46@gmail.com
Weezie Meacham Scott writes, “John and I have moved to Maryland to a CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community). It’s been over a year since we’ve been here and it has turned out to be a good move. I’m painting with watercolors and singing with Encore Creativity, which is a nationwide organization for people over 55. I’m also knitting again. Our most recent endeavor as a community is organizing to protest the government coup that is taking place in D.C., not far from us. Most of us are not able to physically go to the protests, but are finding ways to try to stop the illegal takeovers of federal agencies. We have five grandchildren – two outside Boston and three in Mozambique, Africa. Our son-in-law works for the World Bank. They are doing the work of helping developing countries, but the cuts in USAID are hugely problematic. We’re not sure what the future will bring. They are there for two years but may have to come home earlier.”
Joan Curtiss shares, “I’m living in Albuquerque with my sister, Mary Curtiss McCrea ’58. We planned a fabulous vacation after Christmas in Kauai, Hawaii, for all our children, including the children of Sally Curtiss Fahrenthold ’55. There were 12 of us in total. We made sand castles and boogie boarded, fished for giant Ono (big catch was 67 pounds) and yellowtail tuna (30+ pounds). Yum! I’m fully retired, but still providing training for parents on special education rights in Native American schools throughout New Mexico. We are paring down and doing some deep cleaning the last few weeks. Today is a lovely 68 degrees. We’re out there digging around, getting compost
and preparing for some flower gardens this spring. I lost my voice for six months, not sure why, but maybe long Covid or silent reflux, but I’m back now singing to old Joni Mitchell music, protesting the chaos, walking a couple of miles most days, bird watching with a Cooper’s Hawk scaring my Ladder-backed Woodpecker, reading and listening to books, playing with my two long haired kitties, traveling to Catalina Island, and Tai Chi with classmates Martha Gibson Marsh and Anne Oliver Roberts on Zoom. I’m so grateful for family and friends. Love to you all.”
Pam Hay Blanche says, “We are planning on taking a three-week trip to the Northeast from our home in Huntsville, Texas, so that I can come to our 60th reunion! I will stay with my sister, Suzin Hay Rutter ’68 in Pepper Pike, Ohio. We are busy right now taking care of our 28-year-old grandson who broke his ankle badly at work last November. He can walk on it now, but not drive, so we take him to physical therapy three times a week. Keeps us busy. I also get lunch for him and make sure he has dinner. Next week we are flying to Washington, D.C., to go to the Senate confirmation hearing for our son, soon to be Deputy Attorney General. That will be incredible! We are playing a little golf, although it has been terribly cold here, so no golf. I am playing in the women’s league in the spring and summer. We also get together once a week with our daughter and her husband for card games and dinner. Not doing much else, but love being retired! Hope to see a bunch of you in May!”
Nancy Tillinghast writes, “I’m uncertain about this reunion as I have a grandson graduating from high school in Michigan and am planning with my step-daughter an early July family reunion here on Hilton Head. My husband, Tom, is experiencing
some health challenges associated with aging, so life is a little crazy. Like Joan, I enjoy the outdoors and seeing Anne and Martha via zoom for chair yoga (haven’t tried the tai chi class yet). My pets are the birds who frequent our feeders and glide from one lagoon to another. I could watch our birdlife for hours!”
Melissa Upp Nelson shares, “I am still President of our Vail Valley Art Guild and enjoy our new gallery in Avon, Colorado, thanks to substantial funding from the town. I paint in all different mediums and am always surprised and pleased when people buy my paintings. We put on numerous 2-3 day workshops each summer and that usually gives me the time and incentive to paint. Otherwise, you can find me hiking with Fred the dog in the Forest Service land behind our house or doing a Barre or Pilates class at the Denver Athletic Club by Zoom. My step-daughter started her own 24/7 emergency veterinary practice and rides, shows, and travels with her husband when not working. Our step-son works for his dad’s oil company and is kept occupied by his very busy 1-year-old son, our first grandchild. My husband refuses to retire, so our travels are somewhat limited, although I take several trips annually with my art guild pals. I just had my left knee replaced, bringing me to bionic status with both knees and both shoulders replaced and my neck fused. But somehow I still ski in very nearby areas, which is probably how I ended up this way.”
Sylvi Harwin-Stockton says, “I would love to go to a reunion! It’s been ages since I’ve been in Cleveland. I’m still living in the north San Diego area (Bonsall) with my husband, Ron. I still work two jobs and love it: teaching yoga and training people ready to teach yoga through the Yoga Alliance (Iyengar wall straps, Hatha yoga
1 - 3 & Yin Yoga), and organizing yoga retreats in other countries for fun. I’m also filling orders for my anodized aluminum jewelry. My biggest customer is a fabulous catalog: Artful Home. They send many emails every week featuring my work to thousands of people online. If you want to see my current work you can look me up on their website www.artfulhome.com. I also fill commissions for my mobiles. By the way, this is an amazing catalog, though I have never bought anything from it. My husband is retired, but once an engineer, always an engineer as he keeps busy with lots of crazy projects. We hike and rock climb together and travel a lot. Life is good and we’re thankful the fires spared us this time! If any of you are in SoCal sometime please look me up!
Nancy Moonan Spencer shares, “I actually had lunch with Kit Schneider Sawyer last week. It was wonderful to have a deep conversation with someone who I share a history with and who asks great questions. All is well here. Our son, Ben Bunker, was married two years ago to Valerie Echeveste and they are expecting a child on July 30! I am finally catching up with you all and the joys of being a ‘Grand’. I continue to be immersed in painting, gardening, wood working, graphic design, managing my church’s fair, writing a book for son Ben, being a helper for less-able friends, playing pickleball (I started the game in 1976), singing in choir, hiking, reading, and maintaining the 85-pound weight loss I achieved three years ago. And next steps? I figure that I have 15 good years left to live. (I am 78 + 15 = 93 years old) I want to live those years well and I do not want to come to the end asking ‘Is that all there is?’ I plan to focus on a couple of important things. If it is not listed, I will not waste my time and energy to do it. I want to maintain and grow friendships, create more time for
my family, push ahead with my art, travel wide and deep, and stay healthy. But most of all, I must keep awakening my spiritual essence. I just want to keep learning and growing in many different ways. I am so looking forward to seeing everyone at the reunion and hearing about what you are up to and your plans for the future.”
Pinky Poffenberger Niggli says, “It has been such a long time since I have been in contact with any of you. So much has been going on. I have downsized and moved out of the house and bought an apartment in the same town that my daughter Martina lives in. I was so very grateful to have made the move in 2021. My husband, Bernhard, was ill for a number of years with bladder cancer. In 2024, he went into the hospital early January and was hospitalized with various problems following surgery. He died in July. I have been very lucky to have family as well as wonderful neighbors and friends. I will be in Cleveland in May, but unfortunately am flying back to Zurich on the 12th. I wish you all a wonderful reunion sharing many memories. I would love to hear from you all. Joan Curtiss, Nancy Tillinghast, and Sylvi HarwinStockton sound very busy. I am still running a book club here for the Zurich International Women’s Club. If any of you have suggestions for good books, please let me know.
Anne Oliver Roberts shares, “I’m considering coming to the reunion. Will let you know. Now for updates: My husband and I are still living in Phoenix after many years. I retired from my job as Director of the Referring Physician’s Office at Mayo Clinic here in Scottsdale about nine years ago. I stay busy with lots of things. Tai Chi, yoga twice a week with Martha and Joanie Curtis on Zoom, and other ways to stay active. Singing with ProMusica Arizona for
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10 years is very enjoyable. And, best of all was the birth of my grandson, Orion, who will turn 2 in a few weeks! My younger son Drew and their family live in Los Angeles. My older son Doug and family have two college-age daughters and they live in Hamilton, Ontario. Doug and his wife Christine are both college professors. Lots of love to all our classmates.
Martha Gibson Marsh writes, “Anne Oliver Roberts and I will chair a reunion event. I imagine it will be fairly lightly attended, but we can do it together. As for me, I have been learning how to live alone over the past year, having lost my darling Rick on November 1, 2023. I am doing REALLY well — but I don’t know or understand why. Part of it, I think, is that I am spending quite a bit of time in Mexico, where there is most always sunshine, brilliantly colored flowers, music coming from somewhere, and a relaxed and joyful attitude in general. I am in Mexico now. I returned in October to make an altar for Rick for the Day of the Dead in our front entry. His favorite nurse helped me, and it was very therapeutic. Rick was always a bit of a drama queen, so dying the day before the Day of the Dead was a coup! My mom is still with us in Cleveland at 104 1/2! So I return to Cleveland regularly. She is bed bound, which makes her a little crazy, but she has a team of wonderful caregivers and is happy in her own home. Most days she has most of her marbles, thank heavens. My daughter, Amelia Rogers Lindberg ’97, and her wonderful husband, Russ (from Cleveland Heights), live in New York City and Connecticut. She is a physical therapist and recently is interested in being a womens’ health provider, in addition to her private patients. They have two young teenage daughters — fasten your seatbelts! My son, Sam, has FINALLY gotten married to the lovely Marcia. After six or seven
years, I had pretty much given up hope. They both work remotely as producers, so last summer they went to Crete, where they rented a house on the beach for two months. During this time they flew up to Copenhagen, Denmark, for a weekend and got married. Evidently, Copenhagen is the Las Vegas of Europe for weddings — who knew?! Then they went to try out Istanbul and decided they were that far around the world, they may as well keep going. Next stop, Thailand for two months, then Seoul, then finally back to the U.S. Amazing adventures! They are trying to figure out what to do next year and I suggested South America. Isn’t it strange that we were never taught a thing about South America in all our years at HB? I continue to take Spanish online from my fabulous professor, José, who is outside of Medellin, Colombia. I also join Anne Oliver Roberts and Joan Curtiss in Tai Chi online, as well yoga with Anne and Nancy Tillinghast. We look forward to seeing as many of you that can come at our 60th (ouch!) reunion May 16 and 17th.
Claire Shenk Rodgers shares that she and John would be in Japan in May. She and her sister, Sandra Shenk ’63, plan to go Wyoming this summer and ride horses and sing cowboy songs.
Patty Ginn Feeney says, “I love this job as class correspondent because I love hearing from everyone. Mike and I downsized about a year ago. It was rough. We no longer live on Christmas Lake [Minnesota], which was heavenly, but we couldn’t keep up the gardens and house the way we wanted and paying others to do the work was too much. We now live in a townhome about two miles away. We have six grandkids. Elliott is a senior at Oregon State studying biology, Elle is a senior in high school and doesn’t know exactly where she will be next year,
but it won’t be in Minnesota. She was the captain of the high school downhill ski team. Lydia is a junior in high school. Ski season just ended for her, next is lacrosse. Clara and Jack are both in 8th grade, watch out high schools. Casey is a 7th grader, watch out world. We are lucky to have everyone close by, so we won’t have to make moves like some of you have done to be close to family. I am still volunteering at a nature center. Right now, mostly working with four and five year olds. Mike and I are responsible for providing food at a soup kitchen, called Loaves and Fishes, feeding between 300-400 guests once a month. We work with five others (our age group) to make the meal, pack it into ‘to go containers’ and give out. How much longer can we do these things, who knows?”
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Class Correspondent: Marilyn Watts mnsky25@hotmail.com
Boo Bradford writes, “I was set to start HB in the Class of 1966, but we moved away two weeks before school began. I am writing to say hello to all of my old classmates. Life has been very good, and I live in the Washington, D.C., area and in Florida. I read the HB Magazine and say a special hello to Patty Hackenburg Laflin and Joan Beatty Flester. Also to Pam Myers Morgan, Martha Eakin, Jill Noss ’67, and Dory Van Duzer ’67.”
Another year with some busy, and some of us, like Kathy Williams Malone, who writes, “I’m happy to say that my life hasn’t changed and it’s the same old, same old! I guess that’s a good thing!”
On the other hand, Catherine Holsen is very busy, and says, “First of all, I
hope we will all be able to celebrate our 60th (gasp!) reunion next year. It was disappointing that we had to miss out on our 55th, so we need to make up for it. As for my news, the travels continue. We went to Iceland for the second time and loved it just as much and are already planning another trip there. Highclere Castle, where Downton Abbey was filmed, was another bucket list item I checked off this past year. If you were/are a DA fan, you would love standing in the places all the characters were. It was fascinating. Going to Easter Island, now called Rapa Nui, to view the annular solar eclipse in October was an adventure. Rapa Nui is a very remote, unspoiled, beautiful tropical paradise. During my annual November in Florida, Mary Hudson and I always get together for lunch, and it is always fun to catch up with each other. Another milestone this year was the publication of my husband’s latest book, The Detroiting of America. It is an interesting tale of Detroit’s history, its rise and fall, and emerging renaissance and how other cities can learn from Detroit’s mistakes. I continue as vice-president of my music club and a member of the Friends of Music committee at my church, as well as Nashville Opera’s Impresario Council. My husband and I continue to sing together when we can, but right now he is singing with a professional choir at another church in town. Wouldn’t Mrs. Foulkes be proud of all my music activities! Hope you are all well and happy. I will look forward to seeing you next year!”
Sarah Carter Artese writes, “My granddaughter, Belle ’34, is a third grader at HB and is thriving there.”
Maureen Magee shares, “Still in recovery mode on my tiny barrier island of Cedar Key, Florida, post hurricanes (plural). Somehow got myself on multiple committees (did I really raise my hand?!)
to guide the island’s recovery, which includes moving core services and some businesses to higher ground. We must be sure that these moves are not into areas that would negatively affect nearby residential historic house values (mine included). Still heading up the Bird Rescue Program and the Cat Neuter/Spay Service. In addition, I am in the process of negotiating with the eco-science departments of the University of Florida to donate my house (when I die) as an academic residence for visiting speakers/ seminar leaders/PhD candidates and international eco-scientists. I recently had the immense pleasure of having the premier Amazonia Eco-Biologist, Carlos Peres, as a guest. Look him up. Guest suite currently available to HB’ers who want to visit, includes a balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico (we’re not changing the name!).
From Down Under Jan Tompkins Pittman says, “I’m still living on my 100-acre property on my own, with lots of help from family and friends. I’m teaching art classes on a fairly ad hoc basis, which is going well. Last year, my son and I took some of Dave’s ashes across to Scotland to scatter (he was from Scotland). We did lots of sightseeing and enjoyed ourselves. I’m not enjoying our summer with days and days over 100 deg F, hoping for no fires. Love to all!”
Ginger Koontz Ratcliffe writes, “I have no news to report this time. Just playing nursemaid to my husband who had major back surgery in September and now a knee replacement. Backs, hips, and knees are all related, you know. We had a fun time over Christmas with our California families, including grandchildren here for a total of 13 days. We discovered a lot to do in Cleveland in the winter. Looking forward to playing golf in the spring, with
my recovered husband. This has been an especially cold winter.”
Sally Ainsworth Anderson says, “Since my brother, Dick, passed away a few years ago and his wife, Joan, has moved to Florida permanently, I think my only purpose in returning to Cleveland will be a reunion – looking forward to seeing many of our classmates in 2026. Our children and grandchildren are still spread across the country, so we continue to travel to D.C. and Oakland. Fortunately, we have our daughter Claire’s family (four children) here in Chicago. Occasionally watching her youngest, 3-year-old Teddy, is one of the highlights of our days and takes our minds off what has been a blistering barrage of frightening news in early 2025. Here’s to our 60th reunion.”
Penelope Youngfeather writes, “Though my heart is aching for our country (who knows what will be happening by the time this comes to print) I am excited that in September I will be in Italy, teaching for and enjoying a 10-day workshop, ‘Spirit of the Travel Sketchbook.’ I will be assistant to Ken O’Connell, retired art professor and Dean of Art and Architecture School at University of Oregon. I was his assistant in Italy in 2019 and truly look forward to another opportunity to explore magical Umbria and share my joy of art for a travel journal. With my book group, I am currently reading James by Perceval Everett. I’m sure you have heard of it and many of you have already read it. We first read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. l never read it before – perfect to have read it now and before reading James. FYI: The Barnes and Noble edition (available on Hoopla) of Huckleberry has an excellent foreword offering unique contextual information. I hope you and yours are faring well as we navigate uncertain times. Community, family, and friendship
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are ever so important and nourishing, and I appreciate this silver thread with HB 66ers.”
As for me, Marilyn Watts, we’ve had some wildfire scares recently, and, of course, it was all over the news about the areas that got hit hard. Reenie has hurricanes, we have wildfires! I am about to start volunteering at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College [California]. It’s the only one of its kind. I’ll mostly be working with people (oh shucks!), but I’ll be around the animals. It’s all happening at the zoo!
Thanks to all who sent news.
CLASS OF 1968
Class Correspondent: Louise Dempsey McKean ldmckean@metrocast.net
Cathy Eaton writes, “It was special to see Melissa Litton, Marty Lee, and Peggy Allen Fuller last June. I continue to paint or draw almost every day and have had my work exhibited in four galleries in New Hampshire. My website is CathyEatonartstudio.weebly.com if you want to see my work or purchase a painting. I also went on a one-month solo adventure to The Maritimes [Canada] where I participated in a three-day plein air painting event and spent lots of time painting, driving, swimming, and visiting friends. I particularly loved Cape Breton with its wonderful vistas and steep curvy roads. Michael and I are about to head south and we will visit Ann Worthington for about six weeks. Both hurricanes hit her hard and flooded her house and damaged her roof, but her nephew, Hudson, flew in and helped her get rid of all the water and repair the damage. I do lots of Pilates Reformer and water aerobics. My spinal stenosis keeps me from playing pickleball, which makes me
sad. I hope everyone is well and I look forward to hearing what you are doing.”
Jen Coppins writes from Vermont about Lucie, born December 19, 2024 weighing 5 pounds, 8 ounces – our newest grandchild. She is healthy and happy to be home in Atlanta with her parents Chris and Yeon. Doug and I will visit again in March through May. We went to lunch with Elizabeth Cleveland Jamison when we were there over the holidays. It was such a joy to gab her ear off catching up! Elizabeth is doing well and enjoying life in Atlanta. She has a new grandson, Liam, born 5 days before Lucie. I joked that we could arrange a marriage in 25 years –Liam and Lucie! Love to all!
Elizabeth Cleveland Jamison in Atlanta texts, “I am lucky enough to have two new grandsons this year! My youngest, Walker, welcomed Liam in December, and my middle child, Bingham, welcomed Tommy at the end of March!”
Paula Welshimer Locklair sends news from Winston, Salem, “All is fine for us here in the Piedmont of North Carolina, although those living in the mountains, who were in the path of Hurricane Helene are still really suffering. We had some severe wind and rain and lost three trees in that storm. Because of this ‘opportunity’ we are working on landscape re-design and replanting. Dan is still teaching at Wake Forest University and working on commissions. No travel plans at this point and we’re content to stay home with our Sheltie, Ollie.”
As for me, Melissa Litton, I have taken up a new hobby, Ikebana, and was invited to a class in December by Martha Lee at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. We had fun creating an arrangement together and I hope to attend another class there this spring. Like Cathy Eaton, I am still doing Pilates Reformer and love it – there’s nothing like lying down while exercising!
Introducing Lucie who was born on December 19, 2024, and is the newest grandchild of Jennifer Coppin ’68.
Cathy Eaton ’68 with her family.
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Class Correspondents: Katherine Albrecht kalbrecht@yahoo.com
Sally Lansdale slansdale@icloud.com
Laurie Horsburgh Herman writes, “Hi Babes! Had a fun Thanksgiving in Milwaukee with five of our six kids and grandkids. Daughters Annie and Sarah live in Milwaukee. Several of us ran the turkey trot on Thanksgiving day. It was very cold, but fun! I had a total knee replacement in December. I’ve been trying to avoid this, but I was hit by a car in Florida in the fall of 2020, and have been paying for it ever since. The doctor said I can still run short distances in a few months and God willing, I will do that! I still take care of a couple older ladies in their homes, running errands and keeping them company. We hope to get to Florida for a couple of months this winter. Our condo, after Hurricane Ian, is almost complete. It has been a long haul, over two years. Husband, Tom, has been a retired judge since 2016, but has been filling in for municipal court judge the last few weeks. He has enjoyed going back to work. That is where he and I part ways. All good here. Will be better when this knee is healed! Happy 2025!”
Ava Peterson shares, “I escaped to Miami and South Beach for the 2024 holidays (six weeks) visiting Beau, who lives in the area of Miami called MiMo (Miami Modern). The weather was absolutely perfect and I was able to soak up the sunshine by Beau’s pool and enjoy many, many friends, fabulous Miami restaurants,the Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens and more! What an amazingly wonderful part of our world!”
Elinore Evans says, “John and I had an epic journey to South America in December: a few days decompressing with John’s son’s family in Buenos Aires followed by two nights in Ushuaia at the tip of Argentina (highlight was the Maritime Museum, a former prison)
Ava Peterson ’70 with her son, Beau, enjoying South Beach.
Ava Peterson ’70 with son, Beau (left), and friends.
Laurie Horsburgh Herman ’70 with her husband, Tom, and five out of their six children.
Laurie Horsburgh Herman ’70 with daughters Sarah and Rachael after the Milwaukee Turkey Trot in November 2024.
Maiya (8) and Maggie (8), the youngest grandchildren of Laurie Horsburgh Herman ’70, who live in Cincinnati.
before embarking on a nine-day journey to Antarctica aboard the Seaventure. We were lucky to have a decent Drake Passage experience going and coming back, in addition to many landings with treks and some Zodiac cruises with decent weather. Lots of varieties of penguins guarding their nests (sometimes looking to steal rocks from other nests), many Orcas (some enjoyed swimming alongside the ship), seals, Humpback whales (a newly discovered one was named by the winner of an auction item benefitting the crew; check out happywhale.com), and sea birds, including the famed albatross that sleeps while flying. We also learned how to use the Globe Observer app (designed to help NASA scientists understand satellite data) to upload cloud observations. We then traveled by bus to Punta Arenas, Chile, where we spent New Year’s Eve at the Yegua Loca Boutique Hotel before being picked up the next morning and taken to Puerto Natales and continuing on to a beautiful EcoCamp (all toilets were composting) in the Torres del Paine National Park for four nights. Every evening before dinner we chose one of three hikes for the next day (hard, harder, and hardest). Finally we returned to Buenos Aires to visit and rest up with John’s family before heading home.”
Sally Lansdale shares, “Hello my wonderful friends! It’s been quite a year in our county and much calmer in my own life. I’ve been a registered Democrat since I was old enough to vote. The election was hard for me, and for most voters in my congressional district, which went blue for one electoral vote while the rest of my state went red for two. We proudly call ourselves the Blue Dot. While our governor is hoping to change Nebraska to
a “winner takes all” state, we work hard to try to keep our voice. But enough. My personal news: no new grandchildren or great-grandchildren since last year. My life with my sweet manly Stanley has been blessedly dull, and his decline into dementia has been blessedly slow. Having said that, I do not leave home often as I am unwilling to leave him by himself for more than an hour or so. In August, we both had Covid (for the first time). Mine was mild, but Stan spent four days in the ICU and it was pretty scary. Once home, he recovered slowly, so slowly, but as I write this in January he is fully recovered. Once a month or so, I still commit my micro act of resistance standing in the parking lot of my local abortion clinic as a patient escort. Our presence there provides a level of comfort and protection to the young women seeking care. I’m proud to do this and it is most satisfying. Each morning my little white dog and I go out for our morning walk, and on many days, I take photos of my lovely neighborhood and post to my Instagram account (@laughing_queen).”
Elinore Evans ’70 and John near Lake Sarmiento in the Torres del Paine National Park, Chile.
Elinore Evans ’70 and husband, John, on Christmas Eve above Base Gonzalez in Neko Harbor, Antarctica.
Elinore Evans ’70’s husband, John, taking the polar plunge in Antarctica.
Lansdale ’70 and Buttercup, her
Leslie Carr writes, “Hi Babes! I was lucky enough to check off a bucket list item last August when I attended the Olympics in Paris with my stepson, James, and stepdaughter-in-law, Nami. Nami, also being a rider, the two of us had great seats for the dressage, which was held at Versailles. We also took in some volleyball semifinals since Japan was in the hunt for a medal and skateboarding at Place de la Concorde. Kudos to Paris -- the games were really well run in our experience and many of the venues were spectacular. Wow! It was actually fun to be in Paris as part of an international mass of tourists, though we were glad our AirBnB was near the Bois de Boulogne and out of the crowds. As I write this, New York City -- and lots of other places -- is having single-digit temps. Luckily, we head to Ocala, Florida, next week where my horse
is spending the winter and we have a rental. Hope to make it to our 55th!”
Lynn Harris Ross says, “I cherish ‘family time’ with our families now in three different states.”
Katherine Albrecht says, “Kevin and I had the pleasure of dining with Pat Halley Steiner and her husband John in September as they were preparing to board another cruise ship in their quest to be the couple who love and take advantage of cruises more than anyone else I know. We also spent a week here in San Francisco with Frank Krasovec (Barb Arthur’s husband) for his annual trip that he and Barb used to always make together. We dined and wined and galleryhopped and enjoyed the Napa Valley
together. After finally making the decision to actually leave San Francisco and move to Cleveland, we were happy to stay with Frank in November and with Susi Taylor Scherbel and Dean in late January while making offers on two different houses.
Sally
little motivator.
Christy Jones Bittenbender
Leslie Carr ’70 enjoying dinner in Paris with a tiny Eiffel Tower in the background.
Christy Jones Bittenbender ‘70 and husband, Chuck, and their four grandchildren.
Leslie Carr ’70 watching the Dressage at Versailles during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Lynn Harris Ross ’70 surrounded by her loving family.
Lynn Harris Ross ’70 and family at a Mariners game.
Following months of searching, I finally went into contract on a house in Moreland Hills and Kevin and I took possession of it on May 1st. We may not be fully in the house by reunion, but we will definitely be transitioning out of our San Francisco home after making some renovations and we will become Ohio residents. What a change after just shy of 50 years in California! It will be so nice to be closer to my sisters who live in the East and many of my childhood friends – including HB classmates! - who have remained in the Cleveland area. And we look forward to the plethora of bustling cities and museums and galleries and glorious countryside to discover in the East and in Europe that will keep us happily traveling for years to come.”
Stephanie Paul Wise shares, “I am busy working on my second novel, Word Prey.
A small publishing house (cannot reveal the name yet) has approached me to publish it, which is very motivating. I’m also politely active.”
Becky Sylvester
Constance Norweb Abbey writes, “A trip to South Africa in January was more than I ever anticipated! Capetown and two camps/safaris. On the home front, Paul and I now have two more grandchildren… twins! Daughter Kendall (a twin) had two boys last July. Lucky us.”
Jane Rosenthal Horvitz shares the birth of a new grandchild, Millie Trentacoste, born on October 31, 2024, to daughter Kate Horvitz Trentacoste ’02.
Cindy Treat Hollister says, “We have two additional grandchildren! Baby Donovan (August 22, 2024) joined his brother Jameson (April 20, 2023) to make things more chaotic and exciting in my daughter Allie Carr’s household. We love that they live nearby! I continue to compete in ballroom dancing.”
Frank Krasovec and Katherine Albrecht ’70 with Susi Taylor Scherbel ’70 and her husband, Dean, dine in Cleveland.
Happy New Year from Becky Sylvester ’70 and Callie.
Daughters of Jane Rosenthal Horvitz ’70, Lizzie Horvitz ’06 with daughter, Leighton, and Kate Horvitz Trentacoste ’02 with children Hudson and Millie.
Katherine Albrecht ’70 and Kevin Osbourn catch up with Pat Halley Steiner ’70 and her husband, John, in San Francisco
Constance Norweb Abbey ’70 with twin grandchildren, Adrian and Marcus.
Elizabeth Blossom Meers shares, “I became Senior Counsel Emerita at Hogan Lovells as of January 1, 2024, and received Life Membership in the National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA) at its annual conference in June. That status is the best of all worlds for me at this time of my life, maintaining a connection to the firm and NACUA, but with little responsibility! As I have wound up my legal career, I have continued to spend more time with family and friends, including visits to Boston, Cleveland, Durham, Los Angeles, and New York. A highlight of 2024 was a two-week trip to Japan with college friends in May. I also remained busy with volunteer service on the governing boards of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, The Catholic University of America, the John Carroll Society, and The William Bingham Foundation, as well as in various roles at my parish.”
Karen Kaighin writes, “Hope all is well with you and yours! I’m just enjoying retirement with lots of family time, swimming, dog walking with friends, and my bestie Barry. Feeling very lucky. I hope you are as well.”
Cindy Treat Hollister ’70 and grandchild, Jameson Lavelle.
Baby Donovan Lavelle, grandchild of Cindy Treat Hollister ’70.
Cindy Treat Hollister ’70 with her professional dancing partner.
Elizabeth Blossom Meers ’70 at Mount Fuji with college friends David Rochlin, Ramona Powell, and Elliott Gilberg.
Renata Renner Knowles
Renata Renner Knowles ’70 getting ready to hike a caldera in Hawaii with brother John and sister Janel.
Elizabeth Blossom Meers ’70 with family members and friends. Top row: Kevin Meers, Jim Heffernan, Amber Sniff, Holly Sniff, Katie Heffernan, Elizabeth Meers Middle row: Novella Heffernan, Santa Claus, Rowan Heffernan Bottom row: Amanda Meers, Juliette Meers, Mila Heffernan.
Karen Kaighin ’70 with three of her five grandchildren, Edie, Agnes, and Carmela.
Avis Rosendale Miller
Sharon Rogers Lightbourne shares,
“We are currently traveling in Fiji. We have been to six different Yasawa islands so far.
The snorkeling is amazing – the locals are so friendly and have wonderful local food.”
Carmen Kaufhold Castillo and husband Augustin were able to celebrate his birthday one week prior to his passing in October 2024.
Mary Lightbody writes, “2024 brought a lot of changes to my life, precipitated by the arrival of a second baby girl in October 2023 to my son and his wife in Massachusetts. So, in carefully choreographed stages, in December 2023, I announced that I would not run for my fourth and final term. I resigned from the Ohio House of Representatives in January
Anne Westcott Bryant ’70, Avis Rosendale Miller ’70, and Nancy Batchelor ’70 reuniting.
Elinore Evans ’70, husband John Rampe, Fred Miller, and Avis Rosendale Miller ’70.
Sharon Rogers Lightbourne ’70 and husband, Jim, in Fiji.
Susi Taylor Scherbel
Sharon Rogers Lightbourne ’70 preparing to take her granddaughter, Zoe, to Greece.
Carmen Kaufhold Castillo ’70 and her family celebrated husband Augustin’s birthday in October 2024.
Susi Taylor Scherbel ‘70 with sister Margo Taylor ‘67 at the Cleveland Museum of Art in July 2024.
Susi Taylor Scherbel ’70 and husband Dean with daughter Sarah Scherbel Penn ’98 and her husband Harrison along with their sons Franklin and Sam at a visit to the Cleveland Museum of Art for Thanksgiving 2024.
Susi Taylor Scherbel ’70 with daughter, Kaity Scherbel Hunt, and Kaity’s husband John and their sons, Lewis and Harvey visiting Daffodil Hill in Cleveland in April 2024.
2024 and retired effective February 2024. I had served for five years on important committees; submitted legislation to protect Ohio’s land, water, and people; promoted strong education policies; and, served my constituents faithfully. I worked hard, but I was able to pass the torch to another strong woman, also a Democrat, sold my farm, and moved back to Massachusetts in April. I bought a tiny typical New England Cape house on a tenth of an acre on a dead-end street within walking distance of the city hall, town center, public library, miles of hiking and biking paths, a Whole Foods, and the parkway along the Mystic River. I put on a new roof and then solar panels, pulled out some overgrown bushes in the front garden, and planted blueberry bushes. And, I started taking care of the new baby, part time until her mom’s generous maternity leave ended, and full time since. She started morning preschool mid-January, so now I just have her from noon to five, and she typically takes a long two-hour nap! I visit the ocean when I can, and enjoy a reunion in June with college classmates, and another in September with my five remaining siblings and their spouses. Be well, be happy, and ‘til next time.”
Catherine Kuss says, “The good news is that DP is retiring on April 4th so we can travel. Our niece is getting married in Italy in the fall, so that’s the first big trip we’re planning. The bad news is I fell in August and broke my wrist, phone, and sunglasses (which caused a gash requiring six stitches next to my eye). BUT, the good news is that my eye is so droopy I’m getting a free eyelid lift in March.”
Katherine Albrecht caught up with Carmen Kaufhold in January via WhatsApp video and was happy to see and hear that she is adjusting to her life without her husband, Augustin (nickname “Tatin”), who passed away in October 2024. They were married for 48-1/2 years. She has gone back to work as the Careers Director of the Health Area at INACAP University, as well as the manager of the nursing school. Carmen loves her work and all her young colleagues and students, and thinks they all are her best therapy. It was so nice to see her smiling again.
Katherine also spoke to Laurie Collister, who so fortunately survived the devastating fires in the Los Angeles area in January. One of them got very close to her home in Studio City, but she never had to evacuate. In retirement, she continues to work on two memoirs. Her first, tentatively titled A Different Kind of Vow: Rewriting My Happily Ever After, will
be published in April 2026. Her second, The Last Home on the Left: My 14 Years Working on L.A.’s Skid Row, she hopes, will be published soon after.
Mara Unger shares that she took a visit last summer to Freeport, Maine, and stayed with Avis Rosendale Miller, husband Fred, and their two Goldens –Mookie & Otis. Our classmates, Melanie Kosich and Mary Eiben Balbo, came one day for a visit and Fred took us all out on their fun lobster boat.
Mary Lightbody ’70 in front of her new little house in Medford, Massachusetts.
Mary Lightbody ’70 at the beach in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
Avis Rosendale Miller ’70, Mary Eiben Balbo ’70, Melanie Kosich ’70, and Mara Unger ‘70 looking through Melanie’s senior yearbook.
Avis Rosendale Miller ’70, Mary Eiben Balbo ’70, Melanie Kosich ’70, and Mara Unger ‘70 on Avis’ and Fred’s lobster boat.
Mary Lightbody ’70 (second from L) in upstate New York with her five siblings and three sisters in law.
CLASS OF 1971
Class Correspondent:
Cassi Conlin Bauman
cassibauman@gmail.com
Ginnie Jeavons Thomas says, “What to say about the last 6+ months? Well, it has been rather challenging. I saw the awe-inspiring total eclipse in April 2024 in Cleveland (I am still amazed at how the weather cooperated) with my sister (Judy Jeavons ’69), family and friends, (and with a short, but great visit with Buffy Ireland Hallinan and Bob). I returned to California and was able to continue to complete multiple challenging hikes with my main hiking friend, who was training for Mont Blanc. Summer was great, with four trips to the Eastern Sierra – summer wildflowers! A bit too unusually hot in early September, but not too bad once you get above 9000’! I managed hiking to Bishop Pass and Kearsarge Pass twice, just shy of 12,000’. In late September, I backpacked to Hilton Lakes, south of Mammoth. The fall colors were amazing. I visited Cleveland again in late October, and those fall colors were truly incredible.
Going back to California was another story. Immediately after the disappointing election results, I evacuated to Santa Barbara due to smoke from the nearby mountain fire. No rain in November or December and too much wind, electricity shut-offs, staying vigilant with my car loaded and ready to evacuate. Then, the LA fires. I expect I may lose my home insurance at some point. Cleveland is considered one of the top places to live with how climate change is affecting all of us…so who knows?!? BTW- our 55th reunion is coming next year- let’s all try to get together while we are still vertical! Would love to see all of you!”
Ginnie Jeavons Thomas ’71 at the top of Bishop Pass in August 2024.
Judy Jeavons ’69 leaf peeping at Euclid Creek in late October 2024.
The grandchildren of Ginnie Jeavons Thomas ’71: Ella (almost 16 years old), Cole (13), and Devi (6) in November 2024 in Santa Barbara, California.
CLASS OF 1972
Class Correspondent: Nanci Fox Taylor nftaylor@earthlink.net
Wow! We are such an amazing class! When Head of School Fran Bisselle took us through the nearly completed renovation of the Primary School (which was the dorm until our senior year) during our 70th birthday gathering in Cleveland last May, we learned that several naming opportunities were still available. We wondered if we could raise enough money to fund a classroom. Lyse Strnad and Catharine Stevenson Sturgess spearheaded the effort to secure donations and pledges, and in October, HB announced that the Alumnae of 1972 Classroom was fully funded. Inspired by the 50th Reunion pen pal project, we chose to support a third-grade classroom. Congratulations and high fives to us – we did it!
Dori Jones Yang has a new “gig” –speaking about China on cruise ships. She gave talks on two Seabourn ships off the China coast last March-April and will do the same on three Viking cruises this fall. “A new challenge!” she says.
Early this winter, Missy Kilroy and husband Jay Moorhead spent three weeks in Australia and New Zealand. For the first part of the trip, they were joined in Sydney and Melbourne by daughter Quellie and her husband, Will Halle. Missy says they attended their final tennis Grand Slam at the Australian Open. From there, they went to New Zealand and walked on the glacier, then joined seven other couples to play the four top golf courses in New Zealand. Daughter Dolly was in Equatorial Guinea at the time, so she couldn’t join them, but Missy says they were all together for Christmas and New Year’s Eve at their winter home in Palm Beach, Florida. Missy also visited Mary Alice Steingass Miller in Naples, then hosted M.A. and her husband in Palm Beach in mid-February.
Mary Munro Shubert shares, “I am proud of the Class of 1972 for being able to put our class name on a new classroom in the Primary School wing! Way to go ‘72! Our class spirit continues year after year. We don’t get older, we get better. Let’s get together again soon!”
The Class of 1972’s named Third Grade Classroom in the newly renovated Primary School Building.
Dori Jones Yang ’72 speaking about China aboard a Seabourn cruise.
Missy Kilroy ‘72 celebrated Christmas with her family: Dolly, Jay Moorhead, Missy, Will Halle, and Quellie.
Missy Kilroy ’72 (second from right) “Down Under” with son in law Will Halle, daughter Quellie, and husband Jay Moorhead.
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CLASS OF 1973
Class Correspondent: Annie Morris Tait
acmt1954@outlook.com
Dear Classmates: I dropped the ball and I apologize! Completely forgot the news deadline. When reminded, I hastily shot off 29 emails with a 3-day turnaround and results follow. I promise to do better next time. Thank you to those who responded.
Nita Banerji Spielberg wrote that she and Josh continue to enjoy retirement. “Nita continues to teach yoga. Best part of our lives is being with family and community but especially being with our grandchildren! We are in California as I write this with Kaya, age 3 and, our new grandson Bodhi, just 4 months. All the children and grandchildren are well. We count our blessings and, we pray for peace in these troubled times.”
Nancy Wolf wrote her happy news that her and Aric’s daughter Hannah became engaged on New Year’s Eve. While the wedding will be in 2026, they are already busy planning and making arrangements.
Liz Fritzsche was kind enough to write as she was heading to Colorado where she and a fellow artist are exhibiting their works February 6 – March 7. Liz is shown in the photo with two of her porcelain vessels. Congratulations Liz!! When not exhibiting, Liz wrote that she is “happily working in my studio, caring for chickens, addressing home projects, biking with friends and, volunteering at the shelter.” She is looking forward to a new puppy when it finds her!!
Nathalie Worthington was full of cheer and wrote that life is humming along for her. “I continue to paint and take my work to a wonderful little store in Fairfax to display and handle the occasional sales. It’s low key and very freeing to
happily explore the hills and find so much inspiration there. I’m the Gran with a plan with my two young grandsons, 2 and 3 years old. They’re busy and fun and, thank goodness everyone is healthy.”
Nannie Kirk Carroll wrote, “All is well in Vermont. Work in real estate in Hanover, NH/Norwich, VT is still rewarding. No plans for retirement yet. I enjoy being in touch with HB classmates since our fun 50th reunion. I am shocked that we are all very close to being in our 70’s … that used to be just the decade of our graduation and now it’s our age!! Unbelievable! But grateful we’ve come this far.”
Eileen Griffiths Consolo wrote, “Since I am now 70, one of my children gave Mark and me a gift for Christmas that requires us to write an essay every week. The result is a published book at the end of the year. I have been busy with that project since it is like writing a memoir. My first question was, “What was a small decision you made in your life that ended up having a big impact on your life?” 52 total questions!! We have trips planned to Great Britain and Florida this year as well as visits to see grandchildren. I do feel busy enough and try to enjoy every day. Tennis helps!”
Wren Withers wrote, “I’ve started volunteering for a nonprofit named Marin Villages. I help the elderly with rides to medical appointments, shopping, dog walking, etc. I am staying fit by going to Zumba, Jazzercise, and yoga classes.” YOU GO GIRL!! If I tried those first two, I’d fall over my own feet ALL the time!
Libby Siegel Hill wrote, “My husband Tom and I visited Melbourne Australia in January 2025 after I completed my Master Trainer certification course with Tai Chi for Health Institute. We had the best time with our gracious hosts, Annie and Frank Tait visiting wineries, seeing Tina the Musical and an amazing Yayoi Kusama exhibit as well as touring Phillip Island to watch the Fairy Penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle their way to their burrows. It was a memorable trip.”
Your class correspondent is blushing here. Thank you, Libby and Tom. We had a great time too!
Libby and I FaceTimed with Cheryl Morrow Allen when Libby was here. I can’t remember what we talked about but, we laughed a lot and, it was great fun.
Elena King & her husband Scott were in Antarctica when class news was due but she sent a photo saying, “This place is amazing.”
Annie Tait ’73 and Frank Tait with Libby Siegel Hill ‘73 and Tom Hill at a Melbourne restaurant with a drawing by Libby and Tom’s granddaughter of Bluey.
Liz Fritzsche ’73 with two of her porcelain vessels at her art exhibition in Colorado.
On a sad note, Sue Gottfried Christian wrote that her Mom Sally Fenton Gottfried, Class of 1946, died on February 3rd. I personally have fond memories of her and know our whole class joins me in sending Sue our heartfelt condolences.
Most of the responders wrote, “No news is good news” and had little to report other than they are happy, busy, and well (Holly, Jane, Chris, Fif, Candy, Kathy Ruddock Oldenburg, Barb Wolfenden Frey, Betsy Reinartz Cutler and Laura James Fallon).
Included in our news is a photo of Barb at the Waste Management Phoenix Open in early February where she volunteers every year. This photo taken with a young pro she shepherded who also attended Moreland Hills Elementary School. Fun photo!
I am grateful for this opportunity to keep in touch with everyone. We are a unique and special class and I thank all of you for making my wonderful life even brighter. Until next time …
CLASS OF 1974
Class Correspondents: Emily Hartwell Taylor emmyouknowho@yahoo.com
Linda Alexander-Cowdery linda.alexander28@gmail.com
Emily Hartwell Taylor says, “I am so happy to welcome my newest grandson in November, Hartwell “Hart” Hammond Graves, the second child of my daughter, Felice Mueller Graves ’08. Her daughter, Zaida, was very jealous! Hopefully not so much now. It was fun to be with them for a couple of weeks. I was glad to be able to catch up with Suzi Schreibman over lunch on my drive to Quechee, Vermont. She lives in Rutland, which is right on the way. I got a surprise package from Anne Wardwell Davis recently, all the mimeographed (remember those and how they smelled?!) song sheets from our Brown/Gold luncheon as 4th preps (Browns won that year!). I remember writing them with Anne, Amy Spector Jenkins, and Nina Strnad, and singing them to our Browns team captain, Martha Fuller. The one Nina and I wrote was to the Air Force melody and to this day, whenever I hear it, I cannot help but insert our lyrics ‘...she fights to win with a big grin, Martha the Brown team thanks you today!’ Of course, I forwarded them on to her. Fun to skip down memory lane.”
Holly Entenman Kennedy says, “My husband Hal and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary in June 2024 with a three week trip to the Scottish Highlands, including bicycling with Backroads for
Elena King ’73 enjoying her time in Antarctica.
Barb Wolfenden Frey ’73 with a young golfer at the Waste Management Phoenix Open in February.
Emily Hartwell Taylor ’74 with her daughter, Felice Mueller Graves ’08, and Felice’s daughter, Zaida, and her son, Hart.
Emily Hartwell Taylor ’74 relaxing while enjoying her new grandchild, Hartwell “Hart” Hammond Graves, the son of Emily’s daughter, Felice Mueller Graves ’08.
Emily Hartwell Taylor ’74 with her granddaughter, Zaida, the daughter of Felice Mueller Graves ’08.
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one of the weeks. We welcomed our second grandchild and now have two darling granddaughters. We love being grandparents. We moved to Sarasota, Florida, from Rye, New York, three years ago and are enjoying the weather when it’s not hurricane season. I am continuing to pursue my interest in photography and my husband – his devotion to golf. I have discovered kindred spirits by joining my local chapter of the League of Women Voters and supporting their efforts to protect voting rights and election integrity. Our 50th HB reunion was fantastic and a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends and laugh about teenage years in the late 70’s. Those were the days.”
Susan Bricker Vujovich shares, “Hello Classmates: I hope that 2025 is starting out to be a great year for everyone. To date, I have been busy helping my husband with his health issues, the latest being back surgery. He came through it well and is on the road to recovery. Our daughter, Lex, is also doing well. She has been taking classes and is considering a career change. She and a friend are planning a trip to New Zealand in March, and we get to take care of her funny dog, aka our hairy grandson, Hondo. I retired at the end of February 2024, and I have never felt so happy and fulfilled. I have been pursuing an interest in jewelry design. I have taken classes in design, beading, metal fabrication, wire work, and polymer clay. I have been inspired by polymer design artist, and classmate, Lynn Rogers Vail’s work. Her designs and color choices are amazing. I look forward to completing my classes and improving my skill sets. I really enjoyed seeing everyone at the 50th reunion and hope to come to Cleveland again this spring.”
Rhonda Voos writes, “I am just ending a wonderful 2 1/2 week trip to the island of Nevis, sister island to St. Kitts in the
Caribbean. We had a week here with my brother, Mike, and his wife, Linda. Heading home to the cold Northeast! Since our last newsletter we have become grandparents to Ebin June Voos Capps. Our daughter, Avery, and husband Scott, are the proud parents of our sweet granddaughter. All are doing well. We were in Santa Barbara, California, for Ebi’s birth. Such an exciting time and so happy to have her in our life. Our daughter, Kirby, flew to Santa Barbara and met us there too. Wonderful to spend time with my whole family! Life is good!”
Alison Nolan Kerester shares, “We lost my dad (age 97) this past August. We had moved him to a memory care facility near us in December 2022. It was wonderful having him so close and I was able to visit just about every day. We did bring him home to be buried next to my mother at Lake View Cemetery. Robert and I traveled to Germany this past October for several weeks. I have a German ancestor and wanted to explore that culture a little more. We have two trips planned for this year. The first is in May and starts in London and ends in Glasgow (with stops in Ireland and Wales). The second will be in October and starts in Lisbon and ends in the Canary Islands (with stops in Spain and Morocco.) As always, I would love to see anyone visiting the D.C. area.”
Lucy Clough Nichols says, “Hello classmates! Since our wonderful reunion in May 2024, I have become a grandmother. Daughter Gracie and her husband Curtis welcomed little Zoe Nova a few weeks early in July 2024, but perfectly healthy. So pleased to become a member of this joyful grandparent club! Our son, Gardner, smashed his previous record last June at his second showing of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, a (race car) time trial up 14,000’ Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs. He will be racing again this June. Both thrilling and terrifying. We’re looking ahead to some out-of-the-box travels in 2025, including Japan and Turkey. My motto is “Just keep moving!” Hugs to my class of 1974 peeps. Be sure to call if you find yourself in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. XOXO”
Ebin June Voos Capp, the granddaughter of Rhonda Voos ’74.
Gardner Nichols, the son of Lucy Clough Nichols ’74, having just found out he broke his 2023 record in 2024 on Pikes Peak.
Zoe Nova, the granddaughter of Lucy Clough Nichols ’74, born July 7, 2024.
Kathy Goss writes, “Last year, Nina Strnad (with Labrador Duncan), Claudia Strong Fulton, Martha Fuller, and Ely White (with Finnegan the Corgi) and me (with Percy the Frenchie) met to have a doggie play date and a demo of Duncan retrieving decoys. He was awarded the prize. Finnegan was a perfect gentleman and Percy the Frenchie needed a time out.
Also, after 10 years and three phases of construction, the James A. Garfield Memorial at Lake View Cemetery has been restored. The Capital Campaign, led by Kathy and her team of fundraisers, secured $8.2 million dollars from the State of Ohio, various foundations and individuals. ‘The balcony offers the best view of the Cleveland shoreline. Our guides are experts on all things Garfield! Come visit this season!’”
Susan Schreibman says, “Maggie White and I reconnected after 50 years at the reunion. Bill, my husband, Fiddle, our dog, and I went to visit Maggie and Jan at their wonderful house on Martha’s Vineyard in September. They were excellent hosts and we had a lot of fun, toured MV, ate great food, and Fiddle got skunked! It was a blast.”
Nancy Neville writes, “Gareth had a hip operation in August, which meant that he would be around home more – just right for dog sitting. I got away to a yoga retreat in Cornwall. I also did a cycling challenge in India, and got in a quick ski trip with my son, Edward, and his wife, Claudia, before the end of the year. We had the whole mountain to ourselves. I also met up with Debbie Fox Roederer. It was such fun to see her on my turf and to meet her husband. I hope the year 2025 has started well for everyone!”
Anne Wardwell Davis says, “Hello to everyone! It’s been great to reconnect with classmates over the past year or so. After meeting up with Debbie Fox Roderer and her husband, Brian, for lunch in Vermont, I had the chance to
Kathy Goss ’74 and her horse Owen, aka Park Place at White North Stables.
A photo of the newly restored James A. Garfield Memorial at Lake View Cemetery, made possible through a capital campaign led by Kathy Goss ’74.
Susan Schreibman ’74 and husband, Bill, eating lobster rolls on Martha’s Vineyard with Maggie White ’74 (reflected in the window taking the photo).
Nancy Neville ’74 enjoying her time at a yoga retreat.
Nancy Neville ’74 visited India for a cycling challenge.
Nancy Neville ’74 atop of a mountain top during a ski trip.
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see Ginger Brown Van Wagenen on my way home to Cape Cod from visiting my granddaughter in Toledo at the end of September. And more recently, Becky Sheetz Briggs and I met for lunch in Sebring Florida, the halfway point between our winter homes. (Much closer than trying to get together between Minnesota and Massachusetts!) I feel so lucky to have friends that we can just pick up where we left off, regardless of the years and distance between us. Thank you for all the memories and laughs. Looking forward to sharing many more!
Sue Levy shares, “I’m currently in Seattle, welcoming my first grandchild into the world. Parker Elizabeth Jones was born January 31, 2025, and is absolutely beautiful. Julie and Parker are both doing great and are heading home as soon as the hospital discharges them. So that’s the biggest and most wonderful news I have. Other than that, Dave and I are still in Arizona. We live in Desert Mountain, which is as north as you can get in Scottsdale. Our community has seven golf courses, nine tennis courts (including a grass court), an amazing gym, and
a bunch of restaurants. Unless we are traveling, we rarely leave. I continue to keep busy with tennis. I’m on three different travel teams and absolutely love the competitiveness of the game and the exercise. I’m still doing a lot of artwork, and my current obsession is book and journal making. We travel quite a bit in the summer and usually not as much in the winter. With that said, we are headed to Hawaii next week. Sorry I missed the class reunion! It’s so much fun to look at all of the pictures. It looks like you all had a terrific time. Still can’t believe it was 50 years ago!”
Debbie Fox Roderer writes, “I am thrilled that I have been able to continue to spend time with classmates after reconnecting at our reunion in May 2024. My husband, Brian, and I have met up with Susan Schreibman Gross and her husband, Bill, here in Vermont on several occasions. On a trip to the U.K. in September, we spent an afternoon with Nancy Neville, and we had lunch with Holly Entenman Kennedy and her husband, Hal, in Sarasota, Florida, in October. I look forward to seeing many more of you in the future. Let me know if you are ever in Vermont!”
CLASS OF 1975
Class Correspondents: Jane Corrado Biggar jcbiggar4@gmail.com
Elizabeth Petrequin bpetrequin@yahoo.com
Karen Perme Bruch shares, “2024 was a better year for me; filled with trips to see family and friends. Tory (33) graduated from medical school in May. Following a trip to England with me, she started a four year residency program in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Judd (33) recently moved from Minneapolis, where he lived for 11 years, to Denver. He grew weary of the cold MN winters and wanted to be where the sun shines most days and where he can rock climb. After visiting him in Denver, I know why he moved there! Judd and I got together with my cousin Kathleen Foley Langowski ‘87 and her husband who live in Evergreen, Colorado. Having family nearby is a bonus for Judd. Karl (33) lives down the road in Pittsburgh. He is terrific company and a big help to me around the house, especially when I need some muscle and his height! I keep myself busy with Master Gardener training, ceramics classes, running, hiking, and cycling. In October, I ran the WineGlass Half Marathon in Corning, New
Anne Wardwell Davis ’74 and Becky Sheetz Briggs ’74 in Sebring, Florida.
Sue Levy ’74 with her first grandchild, Parker Elizabeth Jones, who was born on January 31, 2025.
Nancy Neville ’74 and Debbie Fox Roderer ’74 in London, September 2024.
York. This year, I am going on two cycling tours; one in the Black Hills, Badlands, and on the Mickelson Trail and the other in the Teton Valley and Grand Teton National Park. Both areas I have not traveled to before. What better way to see parts of our country than from a bicycle! I am sorry to be missing our reunion; I will be on my bike in South Dakota. No doubt our 50th will be fabulous! Congratulations to Distinguished Alumnae Award recipients Cindy Gardner Resch and Michele Johnson Rogers!
CLASS OF 1976
Class Correspondents: Julie Hambleton hambleton.julie4@gmail.com
Michelle Renee Rybka mrrybka@yahoo.com
Elisabeth Schoen-Gisinger shares “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in which I had come to New Orleans with my niece for the Jazz Festival. In 2026, I plan to come to HB because of my 50th reunion! We are all fine: Leopold, Verena, Moritz (5) and Linus (3) like to travel a lot - for instance they were just in Florida for Christmas and I enjoy being with the boys once a week. Monika and Tegan are having their wedding reception in Telford, England, in July. Margaret, Markus, and Emil (who turned 2 at the end of February) manage wonderfully being working parents and I enjoy having him once a week. I am also still active with AFS, in a choir, and the church, and looking forward to meeting any of you! I can be grateful for my wonderful family and for my sister and my brothers and all my dear friends.”
Kate Siegel Olena shares, “After enduring a hat trick of rejections, I’ve been cast as the Duchess of York in Richard III at Shakespeare in Delaware Park in Buffalo, New York. Rehearsals won’t conflict with our 50th reunion, so I’m looking forward to seeing all my classmates. After the reunion weekend, my daughter and I are off to Alaska for 10 days. So much to look forward to!”
Julie Hambleton says, “I continue in my semi-retired state, doing a little bit of biotech consulting and board work. My husband and I spend much time traveling – to New Zealand, Europe, and Mexico City in 2024. This year, we will journey to Istanbul, the Greek Islands, and Europe –Spain, France, Switzerland, and the U.K. My daughter still lives in Los Angeles, and my son is pursuing a PhD in Political Science in Canada. More excuses to travel!
See you all at our 50th next year!”
CLASS OF 1977
Class Correspondents: Liz DeMarco Novak liznovak77@gmail.com
Beth Ekelman writes, “I finally retired in July 2024 and am so glad I did! It is so nice to slow down and do as I please! I am enjoying my morning coffee and learning to take time to do the things that bring me joy. I have been exercising and taking up some new hobbies, like fishing – I am particularly excited to learn more about fly fishing so if anyone else out there is interested, please give me a call as I would love to have some female company! Peter and I are planning a trip to Alaska this summer, and I am super
Karen Perme Bruch ’75 with her triplets at Tory’s medical school graduation in May 2024. Left to right: Tory, Karen, Judd and Karl.
Elisabeth Schoen G isinger ’76 with her three children: Margaret, Monika, and Leopold.
Elisabeth Schoen G isinger ’76 enjoying time and the love of her family.
Julie Hambleton ’76 visiting the ruins outside Mexico City with spouse, Harry Hollander.
Karen Perme Bruch ’75 in Corning, NY, at the Wegman’s WineGlass Half Marathon in October 2024.
excited about that. I have wanted to go to Alaska since my HB days. I also am spending more time with my husband, son, and sisters. I am doing some volunteer work on the side, which is meaningful to me. We spend lots of time at our home on Lake Erie near Cedar Point. We are so fortunate to have this time to enjoy life and do not take anything for granted!”
Marylou Prettyman McIlwraith shares, “I can be found either playing pickleball, tennis or golf when I am not chasing after my FOUR grandchildren – all of whom are 1 year olds! Yes, I think my children all had a secret competition trying to get pregnant at the same time. Bless their little hearts!”
Terri McBath Grant says, “I am still living in Los Angeles and gratefully not impacted by the big fires. I have been retired from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works as a Principal Civil for eight years now. Though I have been able to travel some, I spent most of the eight years caregiving for my mother or an elderly cousin, which was stressful at times, but rewarding. They have both passed on so I may get to more of the umpteen things I had planned to do in retirement. I enjoy checking in with a few classmates like Patti Reminger Davis, Gail Stennies, and Stephanie Tomino. I look forward to seeing more at our 50th in a couple years. I am still married to Karl, if you can believe
that he has put up with me for 36 years. He is also retired. We travel together and he was a great help to me in my caregiving responsibilities.”
Cindy Albrecht Durham writes, “Can you believe we’ve reached a quarter of the way through the 21st century?! Where does time go?! I enjoyed a wonderful month-long trip to Italy (Rome, Naples, Cinque Terre, Tuscany) with friends from New Zealand. I finally got to see the Colosseum, Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, and then enjoy a relaxing two weeks at a Tuscan villa. If anyone wants a recommendation for a villa there, please let me know as it was fabulous. Over Thanksgiving, I was in Charlotte with my daughter, Amanda, and son, Ryan, (plus their spouses) as well as my sister Sandy Albrecht Wurzburger ‘86. Early December took me to Phoenix to see my stepmother Betty, who is 88 and going strong. For Christmas, I took Amtrak from Charleston to Washington, D.C., to spend the holiday with my son, Eric. We had a lovely Christmas lunch with Alison Kerester ‘74 and her husband, Robert. This year, I will welcome my first grandchild, Baby Bagwell (Amanda and Ryan) and am planning trips to the Galapagos Islands in the spring and London/Paris/Amsterdam/ Berlin in the fall. We’re on a break until April from dolphin duty for Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network, but I continue to volunteer at HALOS once a week. I keep in regular touch with Pam Guggenheim ‘77 and Jen Watson ‘76. Looking forward to seeing everyone in two years for our 50th!”
The grandchildren of Marylou Prettyman Mcilwraith ’77: twins Rowan and Gray, Clarke Anne, and Hudson.
Cindy Albrecht Durham ‘77, Sandy Albrecht Wurzburger ‘86, and families at Thanksgiving 2024.
Cindy Albrecht Durham ’77 and Alison Kerester ’74 during Christmas 2024.
Cindy Albrecht Durham ‘77 at the Colosseum in Rome.
Cindy Albrecht Durham ‘77 in Cinque Terre.
Sally Nungesser Aubrey says, “John and I continue to travel, enjoying the different places we go. We spent some time in Maui and drove to the Keys and Arizona. On the way, we will stop at six national parks. While in Maui, we may go over to the big island to visit the national park there. We were treated to an Ohio State University football game this season. They won and it was the first time I had been to “The Shoe.” We still enjoy spending the summer at our summer place in the Adirondack Mountains with the family and the grandchildren.”
Maggie Calkins shares, “It’s been a busy year. I’m still working, though I hear the retirement sirens calling to me. I was honored to be inducted into Who’s Who this year, in recognition of my contributions to designs for people living with dementia. I had a magical small-boat cruise in Alaska in September 2024 with my brother Peter (US ‘73) and his wife. There were only 28 people on the boat plus crew, which was fabulous. While the weather was mostly gray, we saw whales, eagles, sea otters, mountain goats and, of course, glaciers and more.”
Elizabeth DeMarco Novak says, “As I write this bit of news, Joe and I are in Florida enjoying retirement. I play golf about four times a week and Joe plays lots of pickleball. My sister, Karen DeMarco Converse ’79, is in Florida as well, about an hour south of us and she just came up for a quick visit to play golf with me. This summer, Joe and I are booked to cruise the Ancient Mediterranean from Istanbul, Turkey to Athens, Greece. We’ve never traveled to that area of the world and we are looking forward to seeing new sites and learning about the cultures. The rest of the summer will be in Cleveland spending time with family and friends, including lots of time helping my sister with her five grandbabies. This June, I will wrap up my responsibilities with the HB Board of Trustees. It has been an honor to be a part of the school’s activ-
ities, including a spectacular renovation of the buildings. Our 50th class reunion is in 2027, which is just two short years away and we will be part of HB’s 150th anniversary celebration. The school is planning lots of fun activities for the anniversary. Mark your calendar and plan to attend the reunion. It will be great to see everyone!”
Susan Holmes Bercheck writes “I had a wonderful coffee visit a couple of years ago with Marcy Finn Brooks and Polly Duncan Collum about the upcoming (more like looming) 50th in 2027. We loosely formed a spur-of-the-moment ad hoc reunion committee and we want more fellow volunteers, puh-leez! I can be reached at sudie7@gmail.com if you would like to join the committee. As an incentive, I have been buying Mega Millions Lotto tickets, so if I win I can then hire the Chippendales dudes to provide some spicy entertainment at said reunion, but we just have to remember to keep everyone tied to their chairs (or walkers). Love & hugs to you all! XOX Holmes.”
Kimberly Smith Tuthill shares, “There wasn’t really anything of significance to share, until last week! Our family drove 2,500 miles round trip from New London, New Hampshire, to Madison, Wisconsin, to participate in the World Ice & Snow Sailing Championships. My husband, William, is the President of “WISSA” and our daughter, Annie Tuthill (30) is the Overall World Champion in the Wing Sailing division for the Short Track Slalom course. She sails with 3” stainless steel blades on her downhill ski boots and uses a handheld “Velocity” Wingsail. The frozen Lake Mendota was hard ice, with gusty winds and the sailing conditions were extreme. We are so proud of her. In other news, our youngest daughter, Abby (21) attends the University of Amsterdam and loves living there.”
CLASS OF 1986
Class Correspondent: Sue Rauschenbach Meek susanmeek@gmx.com
Kim Tradowsky-Porter writes, “I’m doing some serious life multi-tasking these days, but my big news is the birth of my granddaughter, Cecilia Lee Porter, on July 21, 2024, to my son, Anthony Porter, and his wife, Cortney. She joins big brothers Graycen and Sylas.”
William and Annie Tuthill, the husband and daughter of Kimberly Smith Tuthill ’77, in Madison, Wisconsin, in February 2025.
Kim TradowskyPor ter ’86 and her newborn granddaughter, Cecilia Lee Porter in July 2024.
Renee LaRue Manuel shares, “My daughter, Lydia Manuel ’26, was a debutante in the 2024 Symphony of Pink and Green, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Cotillion.
CLASS OF 1987
Class Correspondent: Sara Whitner sarawhitner@gmail.com
Allison McCarley Jackson shares, “This summer, I spent a little time with my cousin, Juli Davis Harkins ‘85, in New York for my kids honors music recital at Carnegie Hall. I’m still serving as the Division Chief of the
Child & Adolescent Protection Center at Children’s National Hospital in D.C. I was promoted to Full Professor this academic year. My favorite job, however, remains wife-mother-daughter.”
Cousins Allison McCarley Jackson ‘87 and Juli Davis Harkins ‘85 in New York City attending MJ the Musical on Broadway.
Jade Moy says, “We celebrated two graduations this year, UC Berkeley for Maddie and Lincoln High School for Cole. My husband, Ryan, and I took a two week Southwest road trip in October visiting the national parks in Arizona and Utah.”
Betsy Schumann shared the news that she married Suellen Saunders on December 15, 2024.
Schumann ’87 and Suellen Saunders with their signed Ketubah at their wedding ceremony in December.
Monica Ramsey Jordan wrote, “I am living my very best life blessed by God. I am traveling the world going places I’ve always wanted to see and returning to my beloved Cape Town, South Africa, annually December-May. Currently, I am aboard Norwegian Cruise Line contemplating spending more time living on a cruise ship. It is my least expensive travel experience
and I love being introduced to new places to later visit for a longer duration. Cruising is like a sample platter and favorite places can be enjoyed later for a longer visit.
Kim TradowskyPor ter ’86 and granddaughter Cecilia in October 2024.
Renee LaRue Manuel ’86 at Cotillion with daughter, Lydia ‘26, and husband Boyd Manuel.
Betsy
Monica Ramsey Jordan ’87 in St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands with Tortola and St. Johns in the background.
Monica Ramsey Jordan ’87 on Mauritius Island.
Monica Ramsey Jordan ’87 parasailing off Signal Hill in Cape Town, South Africa.
Sara Whitner says, “I am no longer commuting to Seattle anymore, I get to sleep in my own bed each night! I still live in the stunning Columbia River Gorge (Hood River/White Salmon) east of Portland, Oregon. My oldest nephew graduates from Ohio State May 2, so I will be back east for that, and as president of the alumni board, I have to be in Philadelphia for Penn Nursing Alumni Weekend May 15-17 (same as HB’s). I am looking forward to a trip to Europe between those two events, although I am undecided on exactly where to go yet (London, Denmark, Spain...). Want to join me?”
Elizabeth Mixon writes, “My nest is empty for the first time in 28 years. I’m enjoying more time on Nantucket where I am closer to my youngest son who is a freshman at Boston College. My oldest two sons are living and working in New York City. My favorite and only daughter is a student at SMU and studying in Madrid for her spring semester of junior year. I am spending more time visiting my mom and family in Cleveland.”
Traci Barmen Brooks shares, “I survived the Palisades Fire, which was literally in our backyard. Evacuated 40 horses. Surreal that so many friends lost homes, schools, the entire community/town of Pacific Palisades, etc. We were so lucky. I do have a fun new project – we are producing a rodeo in the Coachella Valley during Festival Season in April. Desertrodeo.com. We can offer an HB package!”
Lissy Rand had the honor of ringing the bell at The City Club of Cleveland’s Friday Forum in late January. The Forum was on Innovations in Workforce Development, with a focus on the collaborative work the Manufacturing Sector Partnership at MAGNET is doing to boost retention in manufacturing.
CLASS OF 1991
Class Correspondent: Abby Klausner Elmúdesi elmudesi99@yahoo.com
Sanj Nair Kangro shares that she and her family moved to Virginia Beach. So pretty and sweet!
Abby Klausner Elmúdesi writes, “The Elmúdesi fam is keeping busy. On the professional front, I love helping my clients LIVE LIFE ORGANIZED. I also enjoy my volunteer roles as the treasurer of the parent association at Jack and Patrick’s high school and as the Membership Chair of the South Florida chapter of the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals. Patrick, our freshman, made the JV basketball team and we had great fun watching him play this fall. We were fortunate to do a bit of traveling at the end of 2024, including a much-needed trip to the Dominican prior to surgery to remove a melanoma from my thigh. Michael and I had a fabulous time in Madrid in November, where we (belatedly) celebrated our anniversary. We also enjoyed our fourth and final parent’s weekend with Mike at Florida State University.”
Shannon Morris was the most recent recipient of the Robert P. Bergman Prize, awarded by the Cleveland Arts Prize. The Robert P. Bergman Prize is awarded to an individual whose life and work are illuminated by an energetic and inspiring dedication to a democratic vision of art. The Bergman Prize recognizes the highest possible expression of art stewardship through long term commitment. Shannon remains the Founding Executive Director of ARTFUL OHIO INC, a nonprofit that provides affordable, inclusive, and accessible art studios. Shannon, Alex Speck Slater, Danielle Martin Afnan, Mallory Meyers Taylor, and Lilias Hahn Young recently got together for a mini reunion and had a great
time. Shannon’s daughter, Ruby, is headed to law school in the fall, while Vivian is still deciding where she will attend college.
Alex Speck Slater completed another novel, a beach read, in 2024 and has submissions out with literary agents now. She’s working on her next novel in a different genre, young adult fiction. Alex splits her time between Cleveland and Boston with her husband, LT Slater, and she’s having so much fun being back in Ohio and seeing old friends. She is now a local radio personality, “The Hingham Housewife,” for 95.9 FM, Boston’s South Shore radio.)
Shannon Morris ’91 at the Cleveland Arts Prize Ceremony where she was awarded the The Robert P. Bergman Prize.
Mallory Meyers Taylor ’91 and Jaime Wiss Doherty ’91, visiting Alex Speck Slater ’91 in Boston.
In mid-January, Mallory Meyers Taylor made a spontaneous trip to Boston for a long weekend with Alexandra Speck Slater and Jaime Wiss Doherty. Mallory and Alex spent the first day exploring Alex’s historic hometown of Hingham before taking the ferry to Boston’s Seaport for a fun night out with Mallory’s cousin and friend. Jaime then joined us from Dedham, and the three of us spent the rest of the weekend together in Hingham. While we may be in our early 50s, we certainly didn’t act like it – we laughed nonstop and made the most of our time together. Also, Mallory, Danielle Martin Afnan, Alexandra Speck Slater, Lilias Hahn Young, and Shannon Morris met for a long-overdue reunion lunch in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, while Alex and Lilias were in town for the holidays. We caught up, shared laughs, and reminisced about our fun times at HB!
CLASS OF 1993
Class Correspondent: Erikka Bettis Williams ebettis@yahoo.com
Johnna Childs shares, “After having worked at the same agency for 17 years, I took my career in a new direction by accepting a new job at the US Patent and Trademark Office. My team provides training to librarians around the country and to the public about how to protect their intellectual property. The topic of patents and trademarks was completely new to me, so I’ve learned a great deal in the past year and a half.”
CLASS OF 1995
Class Correspondent: Anuja Durve Katyal anuja114@gmail.com
Courtney Wilson Jonke and family are still located in Pepper Pike, Ohio, with only Pearce still at home as a junior at Orange High School. Caitlin, a sophomore, continues to love Wake Forest University, especially her Lilting Banshee comedy troupe and being a Kappa Beta. She will be heading to Barcelona for her fall semester, where the family plans to visit and spend Thanksgiving. Pearce goes back to Sankaty Caddy Camp on Nantucket for his fourth year to caddy for nine weeks over the sum-
mer while preparing to apply for college in the fall. Courtney still operates her barre studio from her home studio and works as an assistant at The Valley Christian Preschool in Chagrin. Eric continues to travel with his golf/sports consulting business but is happy to work at home with their two mini-doodles, Wrigley and Bunker.
A mini Reunion in Chagrin Falls with Lilias Hahn Young ’91, Shannon Morris ’91, Alexandra Speck Slater ’91, Mallory Meyers Taylor ’91, and Danielle Martin Afnan ’91.
Mallory Meyers Taylor ’91 and Alex Speck Slater ‘91 enjoying every minute of the MBTA Hingham/ Hull Ferry.
Courtney Wilson Jonke ’95 with her family during the 2024 holiday season.
Danielle Martin Afnan ’91, Mallory Meyers Taylor ’91, Alexandra Speck Slater ’91, Lilias Hahn Young ’91, and Shannon Morris ’91.
CLASS OF 1996
Class Correspondent: Alexandra Kung Dugan alexandra.kung@gmail.com
Jennifer Dolin Lowrey shares, “I am still living in Dallas, Texas! I left my executive corporate job (Capital One) in 2023, and co-founded a real estate investment firm helping women develop generational wealth and an ability to leave their jobs to live the life they love! HB cultivated a passion to help women and I am proud of this work. Would love to connect with anyone who wants to learn more. I also joined the Board of Boys and Girls Club and I love getting to serve the most precious ones in my community. Kate (13) and Jackson (9) are keeping us busy across competitive dance and cheer (never thought I’d be a dance/ cheer mom) and baseball and soccer! We also welcomed an exchange student from Norway to our family for this academic year. Miss everyone and hope to see you soon!”
CLASS OF 2000
Class Correspondents: Katie Redeker Mendolera katie.mendolera@gmail.com
Kate LaMantia Sherwin katelsherwin@gmail.com
Hello class of ’00! Can you believe our 25th reunion is upon us? Kate LaMantia Sherwin and I are excited to see everyone in May for our gathering on campus. A big thank you to Dani Horvitz Weiner, Alicia Iarussi McLean, and Carran AuWerter Gannaway for helping us plan some fun activities alongside the events at HB. We hope to see you there!
Onto the class news, Kate LaMantia Sherwin writes, “It is hard to believe that it’s been 25 years since we were roaming the halls of HB… Life is good and busy in MA! Brian and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary in June with a wonderful trip to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Andy (8) and Nora (6) are happy and soaking up all there is to learn in 3rd grade and kindergarten. I volunteer at their elementary school and have gotten back into playing
tennis in a local women’s league, which has been a lot of fun. My parents left Gates Mills, Ohio, and moved to Rhode Island in August 2023. It is sad to no longer have family in Cleveland, but I am grateful to have them just a short car trip away for more frequent visits and to also spend time with my sister, Elizabeth LaMantia Vestal ‘02, and her family there. I loved catching up with Libby Mulligan Brown when she was in Boston over the summer, as well as Whitney Hellman Beré and her husband. I was also able to see Diana Scovil Wilmot when she was passing through the Boston area with her family on New Year’s Day. Hoping this next year brings more mini reunions with lifelong friends. Sending my best to all and cheers to 25, hope to see you in May!”
As for me, Katie Redeker Mendolera, “all is well in Atlanta. I’m two years into my new strategic development role with Havertys Furniture and enjoying my pivot into the retail industry from banking. This fall, I attended the Eras Tour with my littlest Swiftie, Sophie (9). We had a great time exploring London with friends. We went on the tail end of the tour and just missed Katie Friedman Fiala and Diana Scovil Wilmot who were able to get their families together in their beautiful hotel booked by Libby Mulligan Brown, working alongside Kristen Korey Pike at KK Travels Worldwide. What a fun reunion abroad!”
Jennifer Dolin Lowrey ’96 with her husband, Casey and children, Kate (13) and Jackson (9), along with the adorable Bo Grizzly (2).
Jennifer Dolin Lowrey ’96 shares her beautiful children, Marie Lisa (Junior); Kate (8th grade) and Jackson (4th grade).
Katie Redeker Mendolera ’00 and daughter Sophie at the Taylor Swift Eras Tour.
Johanna Busch lives with her husband and two kids in Austin, Texas. She is an Internal Medicine Physician/Assistant Professor in the Division of Hospital Medicine and serves the Hospital Medicine Transplant Director for the Abdominal Transplant Program [University of Texas Medical Center]. She is also involved in the clinical management of patients with long COVID/PASC and contributes to both basic and clinical research on COVID-19.
CLASS OF 2001
Speaking of Kristen Korey Pike, she shares with us the exciting news of the birth of her daughter, Eloise (“Ellie”) Ann Pike on August 20, 2024. Mom and daughter are doing great although Kristen writes, “I should feel young, but I do not and hope that no one thinks I’m her grandma!” We highly doubt anyone thinks that, Kristen! Congratulations!
Story Rhinehart Cadiz shares, “I am excited to be a 2024-2025 recipient of a Lit Cleveland Breakthrough Writing Residency.”
Class Correspondent: Allison Biggar Brown abiggar@gmail.com
Cassi Pittman Claytor says, “I’m excited to share that I was recently named the Robson Junior Endowed Professor at Case Western Reserve University. My combined desire for research and practice has driven my efforts to forge partnerships between CWRU and the local community to promote sustainability and resilience. Recently, I presented my research on how universities can accelerate their impact through community engagement at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine. While in D.C., I of course hung out with my dear friend and fellow HB alum Bisi Olatoye ’00. In other exciting news, I’m thrilled to report that my next book, tentatively titled Being Black and Being Green, is in the works. I, too, was deeply touched to be honored by the HB SREP program, having been selected as the 2025 Outstanding Supervising Scientist for my collaborative research project and mentoring of HB Senior Miracle Smith ’25. I would be remiss not to note that I am a proud auntie to three current HB students (Jadea ’25, Jalia ’27, and Jalisa ’30) and mom to Lula (3) and Lilli (2).
CLASS OF 2003
Class Correspondents:
Jamie Stein Atlas
jatlas@hb.edu
Katie Hill
katie.hill2@gmail.com
Maggie Bergman welcomed a daughter, Maisie Bo O’Brien, on October 4, 2024, with partner Patrick O’Brien.
Katie Friedman Fiala ’00 and Diana Scovil Wilmot ’00 with their families in London.
Eloise Ann Pike, daughter of Kristen Korey Pike ’00, born on August 20, 2024.
Maisie Bo O’Brien, the daughter of Maggie Bergman ’03 and Patrick O’Brien, who was born on October 4, 2024.
Maisie Bo, Maggie Bergman’s ’03 daughter, ready for her next snuggle.
CLASS OF 2004
Class Correspondent: Victoria Myhal Ham victoria.myhal@gmail.com
Molly Brown Hastings and her husband, Jason, welcomed daughter Grace Louise in September 2024.
CLASS OF 2005
Class Correspondent: Hadley Pennington Keefe hadleypennington@gmail.com
Sarah Shemory Zimmer says, “The Zimmers moved to Beachwood, Ohio, in the fall and we are loving our new digs that are walking distance to The Van Aken District! My husband, Sam, and I are still working together selling real estate – we’ve even had the pleasure of helping a few HB alums buy and sell property this year! I have also returned to work as a yoga instructor at Yoga Roots after spending the last four years home with my girls.”
CLASS OF 2006
Class Correspondent: Katherine Tyler katherine.tyler06@gmail.com
Gabby Gabriel was recognized by USA Today on their list of The Top Entrepreneurs of 2024.
CLASS OF 2007
Class Correspondent: Khaki Hermann khaki89@aol.com
Rev. Whittney-Marie Murphy recently moved from Los Angeles, California, back to Cleveland and is now the new Spiritual Care Coordinator at the Hospice of Western Reserve. She is beyond excited to be home after almost 20 years away serving various spaces as a chaplain at UCLA Health, an entrepreneur, and as an award-winning international wedding officiant.
Rev. WhittneyMarie Murphy ’07 recently moved back to Cleveland and is now the new Spiritual Care Coordinator at the Hospice of Western Reserve.
CLASS OF 2008
Class Correspondent: Kelsey O’Hearn kelseyohearn@gmail.com
Elisabeth Markman Guzick has quite a bit of exciting news to share! She has been named the National Director of Integrated
Behavioral Health at Amazon One Medical, and in April 2024, she welcomed a daughter, Naomie Jane Markman Guzick!
Stephanie Andrica Ciccone and family are enjoying life in New York City. She shares, “Our Japanese omakase restaurant in Dallas, Texas, Tatsu Dallas, was awarded its first Michelin Star in November 2024. The restaurant was the only restaurant in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to receive a star and one of 15 restaurants in the entire state. This was a dream come true for us and chef Tatsu!”
Elizabeth Dorr Weithman and her husband, George, welcomed a new puppy Maple in March 2024, and son Timothy “Timmy” Robert Weithman, named for his two grandfathers, was born November 10, 2024.
Grace Louise, born in September 2024 to Molly Brown Hastings ’04 and her husband, Jason.
Sarah Shemory Zimmer ’05 with her husband, Sam, Goldie (3) and Matilda (2) in Florida for winter break in 2024.
Elisabeth Markman Guzick ’08 shares a family photo featuring daughter, Naomie, who was born last April.
Elizabeth Dorr Weithman ’08 welcomed a son, Timmy, on November 10, 2024.
Hope Shiverick Adair and her husband, Patrick, and son, James Lincoln (2), welcomed a daughter, Jane Shiverick Adair, on September 18, 2024 in Los Angeles!
Adair,
of
September 18,
Alison Oreh Mast and husband, Kevin, welcomed one final addition to the family in October 2024: son Timothy (“Timmy”) Michael Mast, named for two of his grandfathers. Timmy joins brother Billy (4), and sisters Emmy (3) and Libby (1) – yes, that’s four under four. The family is enjoying life in Grand Rapids, Michigan, including visits from Mimi Kimberly Moses ’77.
Lifelong friends and HB girls reunited in Ogunquit, Maine, in July 2024.
Morgan Dorsey Reece and her husband, Schuyler, welcomed their son Edward
“Eddie” Shearson Reece, III on December 20, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. Eddie weighed in at 7 pounds, 4 ounces.
CLASS OF 2009
Class Correspondent Needed
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Kelsey Heinen and her husband, Matthew, welcomed daughter Isabelle Heinen Lacombe on September 4, 2024.
CLASS OF 2012
Class Correspondent: Rachel Leizman rachel.liezman@gmail.com
Lucy Taft Hoge and her husband, Preston, welcomed their son, Preston “Gus” Augustus Hoge, on December 28, 2024. (a)
Jane Shiverick
daughter
Hope Shiverick Adair ’08, who was born on
2024.
Edward “Eddie” Shearson Reece, III who was born on December 20, 2024 to Morgan Dorsey Reece ’08 and husband, Schuyler.
Morgan Dorsey Reece ’08, along with husband, Schuyler, and their son Eddie.
Isabelle Heinen Lacombe, the daughter of Kelsey Heinen ’09, was born on September 4, 2024.
Preston “Gus” Augustus, the son of Lucy Taft Hoge ’12, who was born December 28, 2024.
Pictured from left to right: Michele Stover Byrne ’05 with daughters Nora and Blair (standing in the white sweatshirt); Hope Shiverick Adair ’08 with son Lincoln, Melanie Stover Graf ’08 with son Rowan, Felice Mueller Graves ’08 with daughter Zaida, and KK Koury Sterling ’08.
Katherine Smythe Patton married Charlie Patton on August 31, 2024, in Cleveland. In attendance were fellow HB alumnae Emily Weinberg, Christy Motch, Katie Pinkas, Bridget Coburn, Malorie Polster, Elissa Lowenthal, Gaby Graham-Glicksman, and Becky Scanlon, along with her sister and matron of honor, Hannah Smythe Whelan ’08. Katherine and Charlie live in New York City.
CLASS OF 2014
Class Correspondents: Michelle Bederman mbederman14@gmail.com
Sara Cristal sarapcristal@gmail.com
Sarah Dierker is happy to share that on November 2, 2024, she was married to David Palumbo.
Katherine Smythe Patton ’12 and her new husband, Charlie, at their wedding on August 31, 2024.
Katherine Smythe Patton ’12 on her wedding day with fellow HB alumnae Emily Weinberg ’12, Christy Motch ’12, Katie Pinkas ’12, Bridget Coburn ’12, Malorie Polster ’12, Elissa Lowenthal ’12, Gaby Graham G licksman ’12, and Becky Scanlon ’12.
Katherine Smythe Patton ’12 with sister and matron of honor, Hannah Smythe Whelan ’08.
Sarah Dierker ’14 and new husband, David Palumbo.
Sarah Dierker ’14 at her wedding to David Palumbo on November 2, 2024.
Class News
CLASS OF 2015
Class Correspondents:
Sarah Gonzalez
sarah.e.a.gonzalez@gmail.com
Catherine Mullen
catherinem9497@gmail.com
Mariam Girgis writes, “I am currently completing my last semester of medical school and have applied for a residency match – where I might match for residency will be determined in March 2025.”
Abigail Halter is working as a publicist for professional athletes. This year, three of her clients were nominated as their football team’s Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee. The highest honor in the NFL, the award is given for outstanding work in the player’s community. For the past five years, she has consistently had at least two clients nominated for this award due to her diligent work creating unique philanthropic and PR strategies for each client.
Sunny Roy recently graduated with her MPH/MBA from Johns Hopkins University and has started a new role at Oliver Wyman as a Health and Life Sciences Associate. She now lives in Chicago, Illinois, with her new goldendoodle puppy, Rani, and fiancé, Angelo Matos. (d)(e)
Melissa Yen Crnkovich shares that she was married on May 7, 2023, to Jake Crnkovich, and the pair welcomed a daughter, Melina Beatrice, in January 2024. Additionally, Melissa is currently working as a Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse at Cleveland Clinic.
Lauren Kahn has been named Policy Advisor for Force Development and Emerging Capabilities, Office of the Under Secretary for Defense Policy.
Juliana Voinovich says, “I will be graduating with my Masters in Nursing in May 2025. I will be a Nurse Practitioner in the spring, and I am currently working as an RN. Also, this June, I am excited to say that I will be marrying Michael Bowers.”
Laura Mueller and Rebecca Weinberger met up in London this past October! Rebecca was visiting from New York for her work in the healthcare and tech space, and Laura lives and works in London doing research on art.
(Left to right) Abigail Halter ’15 with her client, Dion Dawkins, Offensive Lineman for the Buffalo Bills and 3x Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee.
Melissa Yen Crnkovich ’15 enjoying the 2024 holidays with husband, Jake, and baby Melina.
Laura Mueller ’15 (left) and Rebecca Weinberger ’15 (right) met up in London this past October!
Meet Rani, the new goldendoodle of Sunny Roy ’15.
Sunny Roy ’15 and her new fiance, Angelo.
Ronda Kyle lives in Brooklyn, New York, and works as an Associate Producer for MTV. When she isn’t making reality television, she’s taking a Bikram yoga class, reading a fiction novel, or raising her plants and pups.
Sarah Gonzalez graduated from The University of Baltimore School of Law in May 2024, and passed the New York Bar exam in July. She is excited to start as an Assistant District Attorney (ADA) in the Bronx County District Attorney’s Office, where she will be trained and working as a prosecutor in Bronx County. (f)
Reilly Doak shares that she received her J.D. from Boston College in May 2024 and has passed the D.C. bar exam!
CLASS OF 2020
Class Correspondent Needed
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Alexandria Johnson, an international relations graduate from the Maxwell School and College of Arts and Sciences at Syracuse University, has been selected as a 2025 Pickering Fellow. As a Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Graduate Fellow, she will complete a domestic internship with the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., and an overseas internship at a U.S. embassy.
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Profiles of Possibility
Celebrating 150 Years of HB Excellence
As Hathaway Brown approaches its 150th anniversary in 2026, we are thrilled to celebrate the extraordinary journeys and achievements of our Alumnae.
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Since 1876, Hathaway Brown has empowered young women to find and use their voices – first in the classroom, then in their communities and beyond.
As we look ahead to our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re inviting our community to celebrate their HB connections and pave the path forward for the next generation of HB girls.
150 Years of Excellence and Sisterhood
Commemorate your time at HB, honor a loved one, or celebrate a teacher with a custom-engraved brick in the new Pam and Steve Keefe Playground at the Barbara Mixon Park.
Classic Legacy Brick (4”x8”) - $300
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Brick purchases are fully tax-deductible and count toward reunion giving totals and honor rolls in HB’s annual impact report.
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May 15 & 16, 2026
Join us for a very special Alumnae Weekend as we celebrate our 150th Anniversary! All class years are welcome, with special emphasis on classes ending in 1 and 6 celebrating a milestone reunion. Visit HB.edu/AlumnaeWeekend for updates. Registration will open Spring 2026.
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