FALL 2015
ANNUAL REPORT
The Cullen Endowment for Operations & Maintenance Established in 1992 by The Cullen Foundation to help underwrite the costs of operating and maintaining Kinkaid’s middle school building.
The Cullen Technology Endowment
The William J. Gillingham Debate Fund Established in 2001 by William J. & Margaret H. Gillingham, parents of Susan Gillingham Duke ‘63, and grandparents of Alan ‘96 and Krista Duke Speicher ‘99, to support the operation of Kinkaid’s debate program.
Established in 1999 by The Cullen Foundation to support Kinkaid’s initiative to stay abreast of technology updates.
The Green Endowment
The DeArman Technology Endowment
The Hahn Visiting Artist Endowment
Established in 1997 by William & Carol DeArman, parents of Nicholas ‘11, in support of technology.
The John W. Elias Technology Endowment Established in 2000 by John Elias ‘58 to help Kinkaid stay abreast of the latest advances in educational and information technology.
Barbara & Harold Falik Family Fund for Faculty Continuing Education Established in 2000 by the Harold Falik Family, James ‘67, Thomas ‘69, John ‘72 Falik and Cindy Falik Kariel ‘74, and grandchildren Lisa Falik Seigle ‘94, Brian Falik ‘97, Jason Kariel ‘99, Alan Falik ‘01, Melissa Kariel ‘02, Kevin Falik ‘04 and Eydie Falik ‘07, to support Kinkaid’s extensive program for faculty development and enrichment.
The Finger Endowment Established in 2000 by Jonathan ‘78 & Karen Finger, parents of Robert ‘11, Nathaniel ‘12 and Carson ‘15, to support general endowment needs.
Dr. Gloria Fishman Faculty Continuing Education Endowment Established in 2007 to honor Lower School Principal Dr. Gloria Fishman on her retirement. The fund perpetuates her commitment to educational excellence through expanding the School’s support of development and enrichment programs for lower school faculty.
The Fondren Technology Endowment Established in 1996 by The Fondren Foundation in support of technology.
The John Fontaine Endowment for Children’s Theatre Established in 2001 by the family and many friends of John Fontaine ‘02, son of Nancy and Jack Fontaine, who was a vibrant member of the School’s initial Children’s Theatre troupe.
The Friedkin Technology Endowment Established in 1997 by Dan & Debra Friedkin, parents of Danny ‘07, Ryan ‘08, Corbin ‘11 and Savannah ‘13, in support of technology.
The Greg Gephart Endowment for Faculty Continuing Education Established in 2000 in memory of beloved middle school teacher Greg Gephart by Frank & Judy Lee, parents of Grace ‘05, Parker ‘07 and Jay ‘10. This endowment was increased by a gift from Rick & Frances Hopper Jeter ‘74, parents of Emily Catherine Riggs ‘04 and Tany Jeter Klaes ‘07, and by many friends of Greg Gephart.
The Margaret H. Gillingham Fine Arts Fund Established in 2001 by William J. & Margaret H. Gillingham, parents of Susan Gillingham Duke ‘63, and grandparents of Alan ‘96 and Krista Duke Speicher ‘99, to provide funding for Kinkaid’s fine arts program.
Established in 2001 by Susie and Ira Green parents of Harris ‘13, Thomas ‘14 and Cole ‘16. Established in 2012 by Marcy and Roger Hahn, parents of Alex ’10 and Garrett ’13. This endowment provides funds to allow a distinguished performing artist to come to Kinkaid to interact with students.
The Headmaster’s Endowment Fund Established in 2000 by The Zale Foundation, Amy & Wade Rosenberg and Bobbie & Leo Fields, parents and grandparents of Matthew ‘01, Ethan ‘02 and Betsy Rosenberg ‘05, for the Headmaster to make grants for special needs of the School.
The Herder Scientific Research Fund Established in 2005 by Carol and Charles Herder in honor of their children, Sarah Herder Nathan ‘01 and Charles Herder III ‘05, to promote independent scientific research by a Kinkaid student.
The Jacob Hershey Endowment for The Backyard Created in 2001 from the sale of a painting given to Kinkaid by Jake Hershey, this endowment underwrites programs utilizing Kinkaid’s Backyard Environmental Classroom.
The Ronald Raymond Johnson Photography Endowment Established in 1995 by the family and friends of Ronald Raymond Johnson ‘78 to support the school’s award-winning photography program.
The Kilroy Endowment Established in 1975 by William S. & Jeanie Kilroy, parents of Billy ‘86, to aid ongoing educational programs.
The Kilroy Endowment for Information Technology Established in 1986 by William S. & Jeanie Kilroy, the first major supporters of computer education and computer technology at Kinkaid, as a matching gift to gain further funding for Kinkaid’s technology programs.
The Kinkaid Award for Volunteer Service Established in 2001 by Don & Diane Kendall, parents of Corinne ‘02, this award is given annually to a student or students who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to an organization in the Houston community.
The Kinkaid Initiatives in Leadership Endowment Established in 2004 with proceeds from “A Conversation with the Bushes”, a fund raising event featuring the 41st President George Bush and his wife Barbara sharing memories and stories with the Kinkaid community. The fund supports initiatives in leadership including speakers, special assemblies and leadership training.
The Jennifer Hicks Continuing Education Endowment Established in 1998 from donations made to the school in memory of Jennifer Hicks ‘98 to support an annual continuing education award to a Kinkaid faculty member.
The Hobby Family Technology Endowment Established in 1997 by Hobby Family Foundation in support of Kinkaid’s technology programs.
The Oveta Culp Hobby Endowment for Faculty Continuing Education Established in 1995 to support the continuing education endeavors of the Kinkaid faculty and staff.
Hollo Family Endowment for Character Education Established in 2000 by Reuven Hollo and Tanya Malev Strum, parents of Michaela ‘09 and William ‘13, to support Kinkaid’s extensive program for faculty development and enrichment.
The Tany & Jack Hopper Fund Established in 2001 by The Hopper/James/Jeter families in memory of their parents, Tany & Jack Hopper, to recognize excellence in the School’s staff.
Betty and John Hrncir with McMillan Character Education Speaker Marion Jones
The Huffman Technology Endowment Established in 1998 by James & Kathleen Huffman in support of technology programs.
The Jamail Endowment for Faculty Continuing Education Established in 1997 by Kinkaid Trustee Lee & Joseph D. Jamail, parents of Dahr ‘71, Randall ‘75 and Rob ‘77, and grandparents of Lili ‘10 and Joe ‘12, to honor former Upper School Principal and English teacher J. Barry Moss. This endowment supports Kinkaid’s extensive faculty continuing education program.
The Ladin Endowment for the Teaching of English Established in 1981 by Lee & Sidney Ladin, parents of Phillip ’64, Ronald ’67 and Robin Ladin Dorn ’74, grandparents of Kris Yellen ‘83, Missy Yellen Krantz ‘84, Brian Ladin ‘91, Leisa Ladin Dillon ‘95, Leslie Ladin Strauss ‘94, and Eric Ladin ‘97, and great-grandchildren Ben ‘14 and Sydney Krantz ‘16, Lexie ‘21 and Ladin Strauss ‘24 and Samantha ‘23 and Cameron Dillon ‘26, to underwrite English faculty salaries.
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