Keswick School 2021–2022 Annual Report

2021–2022 ANNUAL REPORT

Growing Stronger

Keswick School embraces a culture of growth and reliance for our students, staff, parents, and the program. As we move toward our 60th year as a therapeutic boarding school for boys and our sixth year as an independent non-profit, we continue our daily focus on building and maintaining a positive culture where we all learn and grow together.

Dr. Carol Dweck, an American psychologist and university professor, coined the “growth mindset” theory, which proposes that our abilities, talents, and capacities are not fixed but instead are malleable and able to be developed over time through experiences, learning, and hard work. Individuals with a growth mindset are quicker to embrace challenges and even failures as opportunities to learn.

As a learning community striving to grow stronger, we work to instill this growth mindset in all that we do. It informs our day-to-day decisions, our approach to working with struggling students, our encounters with the unexpected, and our interactions with all facets of our being together as a community.

A growth mindset and the ever-present capacity to lend support and care toward one another is vital to our success as we all strive to become better, more capable versions of ourselves.

— Jody Berkey, Assistant Head of School

Chairman’s Letter

Head of School’s Letter

Mission Statement

Board Member Profile: Earl MacKenzie

Furth Service and Leadership Achievement Awards

Stories of Growth:

2022 Transition Ceremony Speaker Ari Poras

A Journey Forward by Alex Roger

Ready to Face His Next Challenge by Liz and Bob Hayward

School Name Change

Growth on Campus: The Fitzpatrick Depot The Main House

Furth Family Endowment for Professional Development

Stronger Than Ever: Gabriel Hirsch Award

Our Donors

Honorariums and Memorials

Financials

Board Members and Administrative Staff

CHAIRMAN’S LETTER

Dear Friends,

In my four years on the board of trustees of Keswick School, three as chair, I have come to appreciate just how unique our school is. Each boy comes with a complex diagnosis, so he and his family have a particular set of needs. Our staff, faculty, and administrative leadership find ways to work with each of our boys and their families toward a path forward to independence and for that, we are deeply grateful. On our website is a quotation from some appreciative parents who express the confidence that their son will “continue on the positive path you have shown him.” Their sentiment captures much of what the Keswick School means to all of us who are proud to associate with this place and its people.

As we improve our facilities, such as the renovation of the Depot into a first-class dining facility and the expansion of our administrative offices into the main house, and as we work toward a longstanding dream of having a new arts center, we are indeed growing stronger. Yet, our real strength remains in the services we provide to our students and their families. As we grow stronger, they grow stronger.

This report is as much an expression of gratitude as it is a window into life at our school. Through the audited report at the end of the school’s finances section (approved by an independent auditor and audit committee), we want our donors to know that we use your gifts to constantly improve the culture of the school and the experience of our students.

I have had the privilege of handing transition certificates to the students who are moving on to other schools at the end of their time with us. I have seen in their eyes and in the eyes of their parents and families the pride and hope that comes from knowing how to move forward.

Thank you for your contributions to the school. Your support and interest in making sure Keswick School is here for generations to come offers a positive path to everyone who turns to us.

Sincerely,

Thomas Albro, Esq. Chair, Board of Trustees

Dear Keswick School family,

It has been a great year for the school, for families, and for our greater community. Keswick School has navigated many challenges with skill, hard work, and perseverance. As a result, we find the school in a strong position at the end of the 2021–2022 school year.

The campus is undergoing new and exciting renovations and looks beautiful. The students are enthusiastic and engaged about learning and developing new relationships. The staff are embracing opportunities to make significant changes in our students’ and their families’ lives.

Keswick School is entering a new phase of capital improvements, and I am excited to be a part of this next chapter! The support we have received from our engaged community is impressive. Thank you for your efforts and dedication to the mission of the school. We have just completed the renovation of the Fitzpatrick Depot dining facility and deeply appreciate Neil and Gaillee Fitzpatrick for their vision and generosity. We are preparing to move into the newly renovated Main House administration building and staff center to serve our parents and dedicated staff even better.

I continue to be inspired by our staff’s expertise, dedication, and commitment in bringing to life Keswick’s mission. Throughout my 30-year tenure, I have grown to become a better learner, teacher, and leader due to the contributions of others.

Three years ago, Terry and I become grandparents for the first time. We now have two grandsons and a granddaughter. Becoming a grandparent brought a new perspective to my life. I have a renewed sense of excitement and respect for the parents my daughter and son have become. This experience has enabled me to understand, at even a greater level, the profound sense of commitment that Keswick School parents and grandparents feel in caring for their children and grandchildren’s welfare and future. We are continually humbled and inspired by the trust that these families put into us when they enroll their children.

Keswick School is “Growing Stronger” and prospering because of all who contribute on a daily basis to the exceptional student experience. We are deeply appreciative of the strong, developing tradition of philanthropy among our family and friends. We would not have been able to accomplish a number of wonderful initiatives, including our capital improvements, without the support and generosity of many.

We are defined by our past stories and our future potential. Our staff, students, and families continue to display the courage, creativity, and passion that our school embraces. I look forward to the growth that lies ahead!

Gratefully,

HEAD OF SCHOOL’S LETTER

Marc J. Columbus, Head of School

MISSION STATEMENT 2021–2022

Keswick School’s philosophy of education encompasses both academic and social/ emotional growth for each individual student.

We recognize that each child has his own individual capabilities, and we structure a child’s environment so that he may achieve his potential growth through the development of a positive self-concept.

We emphasize self-respect and respect for others. A positive attitude toward learning is encouraged, and social skills training is emphasized within the Keswick School program.

We encourage family involvement so that a student will carry over positive behavior to his home and community.

We remain committed to structure and nurturance, and we encourage the development of responsible, honorable behavior.

BOARD MEMBER PROFILE

EARLE MACKENZIE

Earle MacKenzie’s connection with Keswick School began 27 years ago, when his son Alex was 13. “Our son was heading in the wrong direction, and we felt we had tried everything we could locally in Atlanta to help him,” Earle said. When he and his wife Glenna received a recommendation for Keswick School, they naturally felt that having their son attend a boarding school hundreds of miles away would be very difficult. “When we arrived on campus and met the staff, we knew we were making the right decision,” he said. Alex attended here year-round for approximately four years.

“Coming to Keswick School saved his life,” Earle said. The school gave him many coping skills that he continues to use today. “Alex continues to struggle, but he has been married for 19 years and has adopted and raised his wife’s two kids. Today he is a happy person, which was not the case during much of his childhood, and we credit Keswick School for being a big part of his success.”

Earle had a 43-year career in telecommunication, which began in 1976. In 1984, he was fortunate to be in on the ground floor of a new technology—

cellular. Earle’s career moved into marketing, and eventually, he was part of an entrepreneurial team that started five companies.

Earle has been happily married to his college sweetheart Glenna for 48 years. They have two children and five grandchildren. In retirement, Earle has taught some accounting classes at the local community college and started a second career/ hobby working with a contractor to build spec homes at Smith Mountain Lake, where he and Glenna have a lake home.

Earle understands the value and mission of Keswick School from a parent’s perspective and appreciates how the school has changed the lives of many young men and is a great asset to the board of trustees. He wanted to join the Keswick board to give back to Keswick School for all it has done for Alex and their family. “I would like to use my experiences to help Keswick School continue to evolve, keeping all that is good and working with the board and staff to continue to improve the school,” Earle said.

Earle and Glenna

Nichole ( Alex’s Wife), Alex, and Madison (Alex’s daughter) Cory (son not pictured)

FURTH SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

At the end of the academic year, Keswick School recognizes selected staff in the areas of Service and Leadership to the school. These awards are named for the Furth family, who established the first endowment at Keswick School for the purpose of supporting professional development.

MARKEVUS COLLINS

Markevus is:

A thoughtful provider, offering care and attention to students and staff based on their individual needs.

A skilled team player, seeking collaboration and promoting consistency in every interaction to ensure success.

A dedicated partner in growth, walking side by side with students to support them in reaching goals and learning through experience.

LAURA GAYLE

Laura is:

An intentional caregiver always looking for ways to support students through meaningful relationships and purposeful interactions.

An engaging staff member, focusing on teamwork, collaboration, and inclusion to promote a deep sense of community.

A committed counselor, anticipating and advocating for the needs of students to ensure they receive the highest standard of care.

THE FURTH SERVICE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

at Keswick School is awarded to a staff member who displays a deep commitment to the school’s mission and consistently works above and beyond the call of duty, is a role model for both students and staff, and consistently demonstrates the school’s values of commitment, perseverance, patience, and honor.

The 2022 Furth Service Achievement Awards were presented to Markevus Collins, Support Counselor, and Laura Gayle, Shift Supervisor.

“I chose to work at TKS in order to positively promote the lives of young boys as they navigate their way from childhood to adulthood.”

“I always knew I found joy in working with children and animals, and TKS provides the opportunity to do both of those things at once. I was drawn to the core aspect of the school, which is the relationship component. I believe that the relationships forged here go on to help the students for the rest of their lives.”

THE FURTH LEADERSHIP ACHIEVEMENT AWARD from Keswick School is awarded to a staff member who distinguishes himself or herself through deep professional commitment to the mission and students of the school and who through their dedication have provided leadership, oversight and engagement within our community.

The 2022 Furth Leadership Award was presented to: DR. SCOTT HUFF, Clinical Therapist.

Dr. Huff is:

An enthusiastic professional, instilling energy, creativity and joy into every interaction with both students and staff.

A generous leader, providing staff with new perspectives and dynamic tools to grow as professionals in service to our students.

An inspired advocate, leading the way with compassion and persistence to help students and staff realize their potential.

“I love working at Keswick School because I love building relationships with students and families so that I can be helpful to them. Throughout my career I have worked with families of all types with many different treatment problems. I feel at my best when I’m helping people explore emotional depths and make stronger connections so that they can find the healing and peace they are looking for.”

STORIES OF GROWTH

2022 TRANSITION CEREMONY SPEAKER

Ari Poras returned to Keswick School on June 24 as the Transition Speaker for the 2022 Transition Ceremony. Ari is an alumnus of Keswick School who attended from November, 2014 to June, 2017.

Ari is a wonderful representative of Keswick School students who find themselves and learn to use their gifts and skills to be successful in their educational and career goals.

Ari transitioned from Keswick School to Lawrence Academy. He currently attends the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, as a nursing major and is completing his paramedic certification. Ari aspires to be an EMT for a helicopter ambulance service.

Some of Ari’s best attributes are leadership and personal engagement. He is an excellent speaker and inspired us as the 2022 Transition Ceremony speaker.

“I came to TKS as a struggling 15-year-old. I never did well in school. I had a poor relationship with my family and I was never able to make friends. I wanted to fit in and be normal. I didn’t think it was possible for me to live a successful life. It took a whole team of Keswick School magicians to get me rolling in the right direction.”

“Upon transitioning, one of my first concerns was what will everyone think when they find out I went to a therapeutic boarding school. Your identity is not ‘the weird therapeutic boarding school kid,’ but rather, you have worked hard and been given tools so people can see you as you.”

Ari’s advice to the new transitioning students was:

• Find a system that works for you.

• Change as many things as you can to help with your success.

• Take care of the little things, because it makes it easier to deal with the big ones.

• Find someone who will hold you accountable when you make mistakes.

• Find something that interests you and keeps you busy.

—Ari Poras, Class of 2017

Ari Poras, Class of 2017

A JOURNEY FORWARD

This fall Alex Roger is transferring to Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus to complete his Bachelor of Arts degree in social work. Over his past two and a half years at Elizabethtown College in Pennsylvania, he served as president of the school’s Social Work Association. He was a member the Student Senate, which appointed him as a liaison to the Presidential Campus Inclusion Committee and chaired the political action committee for the campus NAACP. He also coordinated college projects with Lt. Governor Fetterman and interned with the National Association of Social Workers.

Alex’s level of campus participation and leadership is notable for any undergraduate but is even more significant considering the challenges he faced as a youth.

Arriving at Keswick School as a struggling 13-year-old in 2012, Alex had been diagnosed at age 10 with Type 1 bipolar disorder. He had intense separation anxiety and extreme sensory issues with sound and texture. “Social clues didn’t come to me,” he explained. The idea of going to Keswick School for four years seemed insurmountable. He would not only be away from his family – including his beloved twin brother – but he knew he would no longer have control of the structure of his daily life.

Over time, though, he realized that he had begun experiencing personal growth. “There’s not necessarily a click moment,” he explained. “It’s a journey, a journey forward with setbacks.”

Alex likens it to his experience in the school’s equine therapy program, in which he excelled. “I was initially afraid of horses, but they put me on BJ, a 30-year-old quarter horse.” First, he learned the basics: Keep your shoulders back, your back straight, and your heels down. Then you post, then canter, then gallop. “At first, each is an individual skill,” he said. “But then you put skills together and you no longer think of the individual skill. You think how to ride the horse most effectively, to solve problems as they arise.”

He said it’s the same for personal growth. He refers often to what he calls the 1-2-3 Rule, which he developed from his self-reflections at Keswick:

• Take in what’s happening

• Analyze what’s working and not working

• Make a plan and execute it

“Eventually, I could do it without being reminded. I realized I was just doing it.” The rule still sticks with him, and he credits this guidance with enabling his academic and social success.

At Fordham, Alex will follow his passion for organizing and advocacy, taking classes on administrative and policy aspects of social work as well as macro social welfare – preparing to work in social work education rather than in a clinical setting.

Even though he is still in college, he is already setting up a nonprofit, called Normalize Now, which will educate people to realize their biases regarding others with mental illness and call out discrimination.

“I couldn’t have done any of this without the skills and growth I experienced at Keswick School,” he says. “This is because of what Keswick gave me.”

He also shared this reminder for Keswick students and parents alike:

“Success looks different for different people. My family culture is to be of service. I love social service and being involved politically.” He cautions students not to compare themselves to others. “Every child should take what he can and find a way to use it and live the way he couldn’t live before he attended Keswick School,” he said. “That’s success.”

Alex Roger, Class of 2016

READY TO FACE HIS NEXT CHALLENGE

We still remember that first day when we turned onto Little Keswick Lane, passing our nation’s flag waving in the breeze and catching a whiff of the sun warming up the Virginia pine needles. We pretty much knew we had found the right place as we pulled up to the little white house. Without having even talked to one person, it just felt right.

Our son Griffin has been diagnosed with so many different issues throughout his life. He was 11 years old back then and had worked with therapists and psychologists and had been on many different medications. We had no idea what we were doing. We just tried to continue to support him in any way we could.

We did our research before checking out Keswick School in person, but on that first visit, we immediately felt a sense of belonging to a place that could be a major steppingstone in our child’s development. Over the course of that day, our first impression was confirmed.

Without question, Keswick School saved Griffin’s life and put him on track for a successful life—a life that very well may now change the world. He walked down Little Keswick Lane as a boy, and he is walking out as a young man. His next step will be attending Middlebridge School, an independent boarding school in Rhode Island.

Griffin had a challenging journey at Keswick. He went in as an immature and troubled 11-year-old and came out as a confident 15-year-old with an array of coping skills ready to use at his new school. We know that he will always have challenges, but with the lessons Keswick has taught him, we know he will have the right tools ready to use no matter what he chooses to do in life.

Keswick also saved our family. For years, all of us were walking on eggshells around Griffin. Today, it is very different. Our family events are great!

Vacations are normal. We can have family dinners with friends and their children again. Griffin can read the room. He can engage in conversations. He can enjoy life and all of its experiences, and so can we.

Griffin’s time at Keswick was all about growing stronger and progressing each and every day. We learned early on at Keswick that it is about “progress, not perfection.” Griffin didn’t transition because Keswick made him perfect. Griffin transitioned because Keswick made him stronger, braver, and smarter to face his next challenge.

—Liz and Bob Hayward, Parents of Griffin Hayward, Class of 2022

“Sending your son to Keswick School is a major sacrifice for your family on multiple fronts, but it will prove to be the greatest investment that you will ever make. We knew that going to a school so far away from home was going to be tough on Griffin and on us. But Keswick was the best choice for him.”

SCHOOL NAME CHANGE

When Bob and Libby Wilson founded what is now one of the oldest therapeutic boarding schools in the country, they were living on Little Keswick Farm in Albemarle County, Virginia. Naturally, they named the school Little Keswick School after the farm. The school definitely started out small in 1963, but for decades now, we have been a nationally recognized leader in the field of therapeutic, special education boarding schools. We are known for having a transformational impact on those we serve, and we have a national reputation of excellence in providing a unique setting for the academic, social, and emotional growth of our students.

So, while we are located on a “little” farm in Keswick, we are simply changing our name to “Keswick School” to better reflect our status and to eliminate any confusion about the age of our student population.

GROWTH ON CAMPUS

THE FITZPATRICK DEPOT

Lots of changes are happening here on our campus aimed to improve the student and family experience at Keswick School.

Since 1994 Keswick School has used the historic Depot as a central place for welcoming new families and nourishing our students with healthy foods, meaningful relationships, and unique learning opportunities. It has served us well for 25+ years, but the infrastructure and interior were badly in need of repairs and updates.

We are thrilled to show you these images of an exciting total renovation of the Depot. This project was supported by a generous $1.5 million gift from Neil and Gaillee Fitzpatrick, parents of a former Keswick student. We know you will be as proud as we are of the results.

A COMMUNITY ICON

Likely the oldest railroad depot in Albemarle County, the Keswick Depot was constructed in 1850 and was the beginning of the village of Keswick. The original wood-framed Depot was destroyed by fire in 1865 by Union General Philip Henry Sheridan to disrupt communication and transportation near the end of the Civil War. It was quickly rebuilt. In 1899 Edward Mead wrote that Keswick “now contains a large brick depot and reception room,” along with “a drug-store, mail service, and a telegraph station, with telephone connection with Charlottesville and other points … all the modern improvements of a first-class station for the benefit of the neighborhood.”

In 1909, a full modernization and expansion of the building transformed it into a “T” plan Victorian-style Depot. After World War II, however, the railroad tracks were realigned to provide a curve reduction. They no longer passed the beautiful Depot, so it was sold for non-railroad use in 1947, and the tracks were removed in 1960. Bob and Libby Wilson purchased the Depot property in 1994.

THE MAIN HOUSE

Renovations in the Main House are underway to transform this historic home into a welcoming and functional space for our administrative, admissions, and business offices. A visitor lounge will provide a comfortable place to meet with our parents and their sons in a family atmosphere. Staff will benefit from an updated kitchen and lounge area that provides a chance to rest and enjoy time together in a space designed to meet the unique needs of those who work diligently to support our students. The area will feature comfortable seating and internet access, allowing staff to maximize the value of their planning periods. Galleries throughout the house will display student art, craftwork, and poetry. The Great Room will host receptions, board meetings, conference related events, and on-going professional development for all staff.

WHERE IT ALL STARTED

Bob and Libby Wilson purchased Little Keswick Farm in 1958. The two-story Virginia country manor house at the center of the property initially served as their family residence as well as a dormitory, dining hall, and meeting space for the therapeutic, special education boarding school they envisioned. Today, the house still occupies the center of campus and is the backdrop for each transition ceremony at Keswick School. The current renovation will secure its significance as the center of campus life.

FURTH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Keswick School is grateful for our partnership with the Furth Family in our mission to help our students become successful learners and independent, vital members of their families and communities. In our strategic priorities, we continue to set and maintain high expectations for all staff, promoting the ongoing development of professional knowledge.

The Furth Family Endowment for Professional Development supported six valued members of our staff in pursuing continuing education, impacting our clinical, academic, and related services teams and our student body as a whole.

The following notes of appreciation provide an overview of some of the ways the Furth Family Endowment has provided opportunities for professional development:

“I want to extend my thanks to John Furth for supporting my training in special education. I received funding this year to take classes toward my teaching license. In these classes, I have been able to bring strategies and resources to my classroom at the Keswick School that enrich our students’ experience and access to curriculum. By supporting staff,

the Furth Fund enables our program to better serve our students, and I was so grateful to learn as much as I did in my courses so that I could be the teacher they needed this year.”

—TKS Special Education Teacher

“I have been able to use money that the Furth Family has provided toward obtaining my Registered Drama Therapy (RDT) certificate and getting continuing education units towards my LCSW licensure.”

—TKS Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Drama Therapy Coordinator

“I have been able to provide professional development to our clinical, residential, and academic staff, along with presentations to parents to help them better understand their children’s struggles and help them overcome obstacles academically, socially, and emotionally. This generous donation has allowed me and many of my peers to ensure we are providing the most up-todate care to our students, allowing them to develop into confident and competent young men. This gift extends to many, allowing us to grow as professionals, as we continue working to transform the lives of our students and their families.”

—TKS Speech-Language Therapist

STRONGER THAN EVER: GABRIEL HIRSCH AWARD

—FORMER STUDENT

The Gabriel Hirsch poetry and art projects are highly anticipated Keswick School annual events. This year’s theme was “Stronger Than Ever,” reflecting the theme chosen for the 2021-2022 school year.

Through our relationships and shared experiences, the staff and students of TKS continued in the mission of building identity. Each spring, the art and poetry of our students provides a touching glimpse into their continued growth. This year’s creations and contributions are wonderful indications of that growth. In the community art project, students expressed themselves visually by creating painted mandalas that portray their notions of what it means to be stronger than ever.

Throughout National Poetry Month this spring, students engaged with a variety of poetic forms and voices in their language arts curricula. Students learned poetic techniques and applied them to their own writing. This year, over two dozen high-quality, original poems matching the “Stronger than Ever” theme, were submitted to the contest.

Gabriel Hirsch, like many students who attend Keswick School, worked to learn how to communicate the feelings he experienced. He embraced the power of the written word and artistic expression as vessels through

which to share himself with the community and, eventually, the world. Through this award and grant, students have the opportunity to find and use their unique voices, express themselves through the poetry and art they create, and have further opportunities to learn about, experience, and develop their own love of poetry and art. Gabriel’s legacy continues to impact current and future Keswick School students.

The winning poem for the 2021–2022 poetry contest was “Growth” by Henry Orthwein. A close runner up was “The Journey” by Frank Reese. Staff especially appreciated these young poets for their quality of expression, attention to the theme, and engagement with the writing process. Jimmy Green read Henry’s poem during our transition ceremony in front of a live audience of students, families, and staff members. It was a lovely moment that reflected the strength of our community to all in attendance.

Jennifer Payne, Director of Academic Services

Jimmy Green, Curriculum Specialist/Instructor

“Before TKS I could never do what I can now. With all the tools and skills I’ve gained, I learned how to deal with my emotions. The most important thing I’ve taken away from this long journey is the friends I made along the way.”

Jimmy Green and Henry Orthwein

OUR DONORS TRANSFORMATIVE

We are pleased to recognize the following donors for their extraordinary generosity, and acknowledge their transformational investment in Keswick School. Their gifts have supported the future arts center, financial aid, renovation of the Depot, and professional development.

Alan and Ashley Dabbiere

Andy Eichfeld and Nancy Crowe

Neil and Gaillee Fitzpatrick

In 2016 Little Keswick School (now Keswick School) became a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Having this status provides us an opportunity to receive the financial support of donors who believe in our mission. Many of our donors are the parents and grandparents of former students whose journey at Keswick School helped them to move on to successful life pursuits. Others are friends, neighbors, and business professionals in our community who know how important Keswick School is to those we serve.

“With gratitude beyond words for the life we have today as a result of the support, commitment and love shown us by the Keswick team that held our hands every step of the way…and beyond.” –Parents of a Former Student

We are grateful to those listed here who have made a difference in the lives of many boys. Your generosity supports the students, the staff, the programs, and the overall mission of Keswick School. Thank you!

John and Hope Furth

LEADERSHIP ($100,000)

We are deeply grateful to the following individuals and families for their leadership gifts that will have an exceptional impact on our students, our faculty and our campus.

Juan and Gela Gallardo

Lisa and Drew Guevara

David and Leigh Neil

David and Stephanie Wolkoff

VISIONARY ($25,000–$99,999)

Eric and Lisa Belcher

Dan and Cheri Fata

Marc Loev and Toni Hawley

Steven and Robin Siesser

Val and Guy Wassertzug

SUSTAINING ($10,000–$24,999)

Marc and Terry Columbus

Eric and Barbara Elowitz

Pam Furth and Ed Abahoonie

Sarah Hormel Everett and Tommy Everett

Jim and May Kelly

Earle and Glenna MacKenzie

Ed and Kate McKay

Paul and Valerie Presburger

PARTNERS ($5,000–$9,999)

Mark and Victoria Collins

Mike and Pat Inselmann

Linden Lazarus

Chris and Susan Touchette

Anne Kresko Worth and Dorotha

Nelle Kresko

FRIENDS ($1,000–$4,999)

Josh and Larissa Abrams

Tom and Betsy Albro

Robert Caulk and Anne O’Callaghan

George and Deborah Conway

Corning Inc. Foundation

Nadia Croes

Peter and Marybeth Greene

Larry and Shelley Grove

Stephen and Debra Hicks

John and Kathy Hoskins

Peyton and Ann Humphrey

Ed Irby and Carol Dalton

Janet Landay

Cliff Lasser and Liz Adams

Bruce and Laura Lazarus

Bill and Marion Margulis

Tim and Gail McDonnell

Allison Moskow

Michael O’Bar

Quaker City Foundation (Collin McNeil)

Deb Rexrode

Valerie Schalk

Scot Somers

Jon Steiger

Marty Thomson

Bob and Deanie Unfried

DONORS (up to $99 9)

Abrahamse & Company Builders Inc.

Amazon Smile Foundation

Bankers Insurance

Jody Berkey

Diane Bognich

Hope Carter

Kevin and Tracy Carter

Ken Cavanaugh and Debbie Hamlin

Bob and Liane Clasen

Joelene Contrucci

Alex and Melissa Dagitz

Joe and Polly DeCrease

Jeanne Derry

Ed and Anne Dixon

Francesca Don Angelo

Linda Downs

Keren Eisenberg

Ellen Elowitz

Jake Elowitz

Kit and Skip Fry

Michael and Lori Glasser

John Greenbaum and Virginia Kling

Andrew Greenberg

Grelen Nursery Inc.

Jacqueline Guevara

Dan and Nancy Haisenleder

Denise Hall

Peter and Andy Hallock

Karin Hammond

Cheryl Hannant

Donna Harnett

Caryn Hathaway

Rob and Lucy Huff

Kelli Kerbawy

Joe and Yevette Kirkpatrick

Linda Kramer

Kim Leclere

Sherri Leghorn

Ingrid Lyall

Faye Male

Sally-Ruth May

Steve and Caroline McLean

Rich and Karen Morrison

Norman and Karyn Nabhan

JB and Laura Napier

Melissa Norder

Celia Orgel

Lynn Owens-Goodrich and Neil

Owens

Bert and Elizabeth Page

James Payne

Henry Poras

Lloyd and Sue Raupp

Jeff and Theresa Rebman

Trish Rintels

Alex Roger

Beth and Michael Schneider

Steve and Lisa Scolari

Art and Sue Scotland

Andrew Shields

John and Jean Shields

Jim and Irene Soderquist

Linda Sweet

Mark and Patty Tavill

Thomas Wheel Alignment

Jason and Nancy Thuringer

Patrick Turner

Kenny and Monica Van Zandt

Sam Verhovek and Lisa Howe

Verhovek

Barbara Vosk and Howard Shareff

Nan Wallace

Sidney and Stephanie Weiss

Phillip Weiss and Naomi Davidson

Mary Alice Wright

GIFTS IN KIND

Joe and Gretchen Bailey

Marc and Terry Columbus

Grelen Nursery Inc.

Barbara Harris

Keswick Equine Clinic

Linden Lazarus

Luck Stone

Susie Lyons

Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company

Marty Thomson

“We are still very grateful to Keswick School for the tremendous impact that you had on our lives. Keswick School came to the rescue when our son was taking on water, and going down. We were lost, and loosing hope. TKS turned that around, and gave our son the tools and foundation he needed to harness and unleash his skills and talents. Any parent simply wants their child to be a happy, kind, successful, and productive member of his community.”

—PARENT OF A FORMER STUDENT

HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS

“TKS provided our son with a place to find acceptance, feel safe, and learn. Our boy entered as a despondent, sad, broken child and left feeling confident and positive about himself and his future.”

—PARENT OF A FORMER STUDENT

HONORARIUMS

In honor of:

Jordan Caulk by Robert Caulk and Anne O’Callaghan

Marc and Terry Columbus in gratitude for their leadership to Keswick School and in gratitude for the dedicated and hard-working staff of Keswick School by Deb Rexrode

Tucker Greene who has done so well since attending Keswick by Peter and Marybeth Greene

Chris Haisenleder by Dan and Nancy Haisenleder

Janet Landay by Beth and Michael Schneider

Mike Nabhan by Norman and Karyn Nabhan

Ben Napier by Laura and JB Napier

Chris Raupp by Lloyd and Sue Raupp

Jay Rebman by Jeff and Theresa Rebman

Deb Rexrode, new Director of Development, by Denise Hall

Zack Thuringer by Jason and Nancy Thuringer

Sidney Aron Weiss by Sidney and Stephanie Weiss

Libby Wilson by Peyton and Ann Humphrey

Libby Wilson by Kit and Skip Fry

Grant Wolcott by Art and Sue Scotland

MEMORIALS

In memory of:

Martin Elowitz by Ellen Elowitz

Telesforo “Teddy” Rodriguez Fernandez

• by Francesca Don Angelo

• who was much loved by all the Lyall family

• who was the light of his family and loved this school for everything it provided him by Nadia Croes

Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Owens by Neil Owens and Lynn Owens-Goodrich

Robert and Mary Steiger by Jon Steiger

Bob Wilson and Ginny Smith by Kit and Skip Frye

Bob Wilson by Peyton and Ann Humphrey

NICHOLAS HANNANT MEMORIAL FUND

Diane Bognich

Larry and Shelley Grove

Karin Hammond

Cheryl Hannant

Donna Harnett

Caryn Hathaway

Joe and Yevette Kirkpatrick

Sherri Leghorn

“Nicholas continues to live daily in our hearts, and we continue to appreciate the positive impact that TKS had on him during his short time in attendance.”

GABRIEL HIRSCH POETRY AND ART MEMORIAL FUND

Linda Downs

Keren Eisenberg

Janet Landay

Sally-Ruth May

Celia Orgel

Beth and Michael Schneider

Linda Sweet

Nan Wallace

Phillip Weiss and Naomi Davidson

JOANN MCKELLAR MEMORIAL FUND

Gaillee and Neil Fitzpatrick

“We found the family support at TKS to be a lifesaver. After feeling a long period of isolation from other parents, one of the most important things I learned was that I wasn’t alone. Getting together with other parents who had similar experiences was an amazing supportive community I could not have gotten anyplace else.”

PARENT OF A FORMER STUDENT

REVENUE SOURCES

FINANCIALS

The financials listed represent the time period from July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022.

Revenue Sources

Tuition Therapy Services

Contributions: Annual Fund

Contributions: Capital Campaign Art Center

Contributions: Capital Improvement Fitzpatrick Family Depot

Contributions: Scholarships

Fire Insurance Proceeds, Rental and Interest Income

Total Revenue

Expenses

Salaries: Executive

Salaries: Therapeutic Professionals

Salaries: Instructional and Residential Staff

Salaries: Support Staff and Maintenance

Employee Benefits

Professional Fees

Depreciation Reserve for Future Operations and Replacement

Capital Campaign Reserve

General Operating Expenses

Total Expenses

Therapy Services

Contributions: Annual Fund

Contributions: Capital Campaign Art Center

Contributions: Capital Improvement Fitzpatrick Family Depot

Tuition

Contributions: Scholarships

Fire Insurance Proceeds, Rental and Interest Income

EXPENSES

Salaries: Instructional and Residential Staff

Salaries: Therapeutic Professionals

Salaries: Executive General Operating Expenses

Capital Campaign Reserve

Salaries: Support Staff and Maintenance

Employee Benefits

Professional Fees

Depreciation Reserve for Future Operations and Replacement

BOARD MEMBERS AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

LITTLE KESWICK EDUCATION CORPORATION BOARD MEMBERS

Thomas Albro, Chairman

Steven Siesser, Treasurer

Sarah Hormel Everett, Secretary

Andy Eichfeld, Trustee

Lisa Guevara, Trustee

Earle MacKenzie, Trustee

David Wolkoff, Trustee

Robert Stockhausen, Trustee Emeritus

Marc Columbus, Headmaster, ex officio

George Conway, Advisor

KESWICK SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Marc Columbus, Head of School

Jody Berkey, Assistant Head of School

Dr. Marty Thomson, Clinical Director

Dr. Deb Rexrode, Director of Development

Terry Columbus, Associate Director of Development

Melissa Dagitz, Director of Admissions

Alex Dagitz, Academic Shift Supervisor

Gene Lemarr, Director of Staff Development

Melissa Norder, Business Manager / Comptroller

John Outland, Director of Residential Life

Jennifer Payne, Director of Academic Services

Tom Rigg, Associate Admissions Director

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