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Amanda Goulston Shields ’90, P’23,’24 returns to Hingham • FLIK comes to lunch • Derby’s wellness collaboration
Then & Now Students often visit Old Ship Church Cemetery to pay their respects at the grave of Madam Sarah Derby, a tradition passed down through generations at Derby Academy. Photo: students in 1991 ( left) and students in 2016.
Derby Academy is a co-educational, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 school that nurtures the development of the child by providing opportunities for the maximum intellectual, emotional, and physical growth of each student. That mission is as important now as it was three centuries ago.
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Back to the Basics Amanda Goulston Shields ’90, P’23,’24 is back in Hingham with a warrior’s passion and a new yoga studio.
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Don’t Call Her Lunch Lady Derby makes a move to FLIK Independent School Dining, and Chef Andrea brings a fresh perspective to Lewis Dining Hall.
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Breathe Deep, Live Well Will Slotnick visits Derby, and students learn that slowing down can lead to healthier living.
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From the Head of School Mr. Perry reflects on his First Chapel remarks and Derby’s effort to live and learn well.
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Campus News The first half of the school year has been packed with performances, competitions, and accomplishments.
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Class Notes See what our alumni are up to, from college and career news, to birth and wedding announcements.
In this issue of Derby Magazine, we continue
HEAD OF SCHOOL
to explore the notion of mindfulness and
Joseph J. Perry, Jr.
healthier living. You’ll read about how FLIK Independent School Dining has invigorated
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
our dining program, continuing a sense
Marcus Miller
of community around our lunch tables. We spoke with Amanda Goulston Shields
DIGITAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
’90, P’23,’24, a parent and alumna who has
Connor Gleason
found her passion and is now sharing it with PHOTOGRAPHERS
others. You’ll see how our new Speaker Series
Connor Gleason
brought a number of professionals to campus
Marcus Miller
to educate our students, parents, and faculty about personal identity, self-improvement,
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and resiliency—all of which support our
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shared belief that community, character, and acceptance make a difference.
Please send letters to the
Together, a healthy mind and heart shape
editor, class notes, obituaries, and changes of address to: DERBY ACADEMY 56 Burditt Avenue Hingham, MA 02043 781-749-0746 (ext. 131) alums@derbyacademy.org Cover: Amanda Goulston Shields ’90, P’23,’24 strikes a pose. Photo: Connor Gleason
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every graduate’s ability to thrive beyond
AT FIRST CHAPEL, I ASKED THE DERBY COMMUNITY TO MAKE AN EFFORT TO BECOME MORE MINDFUL, TO NOTICE OUR SURROUNDINGS, AND BE MORE AWARE OF OTHERS.
Derby and become productive citizens in our
I asked the students to consider how
support from alumni, past parents, and past
others are feeling, to notice peers on the
faculty. Their insights and ambitions laid
playground and ask them to join a game, to
the groundwork that has allowed our School
encourage others to walk to class together,
to develop people of character: empathetic
and to be conscious of their words so that
leaders, community builders, and passionate
they are not mean, but rather meaningful.
citizens—pillars of our community who
ever-changing world. I have had the pleasure of meeting so many alumni over the past year and a half, and I look forward to connecting with others to share how Derby has flourished. What Derby offers students today is possible only because of the unwavering
This theme of improving your heart is at
continue to thrive and inspire future
@derbyacademy
the core of three values that Derby has
generations of Derby students.
@derby.academy
instilled in its graduates for centuries:
/derbyacademyorg
community, character, and acceptance. It is our mission to ensure that our students and families build the best foundation for life
CORRECTIONS In the 2015–2016 Annual Report, Rebecca and Thomas E. Behenna were unintentionally left from the list of Daniel Shute leadership donors (gift of $10,000 or more). In the previous issue of Derby Magazine, Nathan Riley ’06 was named incorrectly in the obituary of his father, John P’91,’98,’04,’06.
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with both the mind and the heart. Robust
Joseph J. Perry, Jr. P’17,’19,’26
academics, collaboration with peers, and
Head of School
a developed self-awareness is the Derby Academy experience. To that end, we take an active role in educating all areas of a child’s foundation—mind and heart through curriculum and culture.
PRESIDENT
Maureen D. Pace VICE PRESIDENT
Mark K. Jones TREASURER
Hugh M. Kelly SECRETARY
Christie O’Connor TRUSTEES
Susan H. Blair Mark G. Clayton Robert R. Fawcett, Jr. Caroline Curtis Hayes ’99 Jean M. Jones Edward C. Maher Metri R. Metri Maria Martignetti Murphy Jennifer Lowe Newell ’90 Jay K. Sadlon Paul D. Scanlon Leigh Schwartz Katherine A. Sherbrooke EX-OFFICIO
Joseph J. Perry, Jr. Head of School Lori W. Cashman President, Parents Association TRUSTEES EMERITI
Jane Cheever Carr ’50 Harry W. Healey, Jr. Patricia B. Leggat Elizabeth M. Loring Bruce H. Minevitz
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JUST Grade 6 Takes on James and the Giant Peach An oversized piece of fruit, a swarm of insects, and a colorful
scale throughout the piece, we were able to employ ideas from
cast of characters were center stage in Larson Hall in November
every sector of our theater community. Be it actor, director,
as Grade 6 performed James and the Giant Peach, JR. Students
student, or faculty member, ideas flowed from every corner of
relentlessly prepared for their performances—remembering
the School. Even my after-school drama class helped to come up
lines, rehearsing songs, learning dances, and making costumes in
with solutions to the various problems we faced. Our process was
anticipation of the annual fall musical.
both inventive and futile, joyous and frustrating; yet at the end of our journey, and after weeks of experimentation, we breathed
Based on the beloved children’s book by Roald Dahl, the play tells
a collective sigh of relief that we did it! As a team, we figured out
the story of James, who is forced to live with his two dreadful
how to tell this marvelous story, and each of us had a hand in the
aunts after losing his parents in an unfortunate accident. After
process. Just like James and his family on the peach, our journey
James stumbles upon a magic potion and a tremendously giant
was sometimes rocky and unpredictable, but in the end, we
peach, he climbs in and discovers seven human-sized insects. As
pulled together and soared.”
the peach breaks off from the tree and travels through land and sea, James and his newfound friends learn to work together to
While all students at Derby Academy have the opportunity to
navigate uncharted territory.
take the stage from Pre-K through Grade 8, the Grade 6 musical is a special milestone for students. From the excellent singing,
Director Christine Beniers is thrilled to have brought the
acting, and stage design, to the music and exceptional costumes,
children’s novel to life with the help of her talented cast and
the entire community contributed to bringing a Broadway
crew, adding “As we considered how to effectively tell this
experience to our stage. / /
story—balancing the literal with the abstract and playing with
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( l-r): A. Fish, K. Smith, S. Butzbach, K. Dauten, A. Benjamin, D. Kleberg, I. Page, C. Andrea
New Faces on Campus Derby Academy is pleased to welcome a number of new faculty and staff members who joined the School community at the start of the 2016–2017 school year. Our new team members offer a multitude of experiences to share with students, parents, and colleagues, and we look forward to their involvement in continuing Derby’s mission to Improve Both Mind and Heart.
Anne Benjamin teaches Grade 6–8 French
Susan Butzbach is serving as a
her master’s degree in elementary
and Grade 2 Spanish, while also serving as
Kindergarten assistant. She was formerly
education from Lesley University. A
a Grade 6 homeroom teacher and advisor.
a second grade teacher at Sacred Heart in
graduate of Dartmouth College, Ms. Dauten
Anne earned her bachelor’s degree in
Kingston and started her own preschool
has additional classroom experience
French literature from the University of
enrichment program in Hanover,
working for the City Year program in Boston
Virginia and her master’s degree in the
Massachusetts.
at Washington Irving Middle School, as well as serving as a teaching intern at Sunset
same field from American University.
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Her previous experience includes
Katherine “Kit” Dauten, our new Grade 5
Ridge School (Illinois). In addition to her
teaching French at the Canterbury School
homeroom teacher, comes to us from Shady
homeroom responsibilities, she serves as a
(Connecticut) and the Country School
Hill School in Cambridge, Massachusetts,
Grade 5 advisor and coach several seasons
(Maryland), as well as serving as a French
where she finished an intensive training
of athletics at Derby.
substitute at Thayer Academy.
program in conjunction with completing
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Ashley Fish ’03 has returned to Derby to teach Upper School English. Ms. Fish is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross and taught in the Classics Department at Tabor Academy for five years, where she also coached and served as a dorm parent. Ms. Fish also serves as a Grade 8 advisor, Grade 7 homeroom teacher, and coach. David Kleberg joins Derby Academy as our Grade 7 Earth science instructor as well as a Grade 6 engineering design teacher. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Gordon College, and earned his MEd in middle school science from Eastern Nazarene College. Mr. Kleberg’s experience includes seven years of teaching various areas of science at South Shore Christian
Top of the Lower School
Academy. Mr. Kleberg returns to Derby
Last summer, Derby welcomed Kathleen Smith P’25 as its new head of its
after having worked as an instructor in our
Primary and Lower School.
summer science enrichment camp in 2015. He also serves as a Grade 7 advisor, Grade 8
Ms. Smith joins Derby from the Langley School in McLean, Virginia, where
homeroom teacher, and basketball coach.
she held positions as a faculty member, director of student life, and director of academics prior to becoming assistant head of school.
Ilana Page teaches Grade 1 students in the Lower School. Originally from California,
Derby Academy Head of School Joe Perry is delighted to have Ms. Smith join
Ms. Page has an extensive background
the Derby community. “Her experience, as well as her expertise in social and
in music—specifically opera—and was
emotional development, will contribute to Derby’s mission to nurture children
the first singing Snow White at Disney
and deliver maximum intellectual, emotional, and physical growth,” said Perry.
World. Having completed a Fulbright study program designed for teachers to
“Derby recognizes that students need to be exposed to many different
bring a greater sense of global awareness
perspectives as they grow and develop so they can embrace the ideas of others,”
into the classroom, Ms. Page will focus on
said Ms. Smith. “To address both a rigorous academic program and a robust
a curriculum that offers a multicultural
social-emotional curriculum in equal measure is what makes Derby really
perspective to her students.
special.”
Kym Schneider (not pictured) can be found
A native of Cohasset and Duxbury, Ms. Smith received her BA from the
greeting students, faculty, and guests as our
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and her MEd from Lesley University
front desk receptionist in Sarah Derby Hall
in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Prior to the Langley School, Ms. Smith held
Be sure to stop by and say hello!
teaching positions at Dana Hall School and the Pike School. / /
Chef Andrea, our new dining manager, leads the kitchen staff of FLIK Independent School Dining, the new dining service here at Derby. The FLIK team has been serving up some delicious menus for us this year. / /
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FIRST CHAPEL
Smiles filled campus as Derby Academy welcomed new and returning students to First Chapel on September 8. Head of School Joe Perry greeted faculty, students, and guests in Larson Hall for the traditional First Chapel lecture, ushering in a new academic year, introducing new faculty and staff, and recognizing Grade 8 students as leaders within the student body. This year, in its spirit of mindfulness, Mr. Perry stressed the value of appreciating your surroundings and the importance of remaining mindfully aware. “Notice your surroundings. Notice the people in your surroundings, and let your character and your kindness shine through,” he said. “I challenge you all to step in, and step up. Be appreciative of our differences and each other’s talents.” Mr. Perry encouraged students to get to know their classmates, to reach out and invite others into conversations, and to always be working to improve our minds and our hearts. “Make this year count. I hope you can take the time to appreciate all of your surroundings; not just the facilities, but each other.” / /
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Sweatshirt Swag Grade 8 students started the year in style, posing with their custom, personalized sweatshirts in early September. / /
Pre-K Warriors
Malone Honored
Pre-K students navigated obstacle courses in the
Faculty member Kathleen Malone P’26 was awarded the 2016 Pre-College
McKelvey Gym as they took on the Pre-K Ninja
Educator Award by the Boston Society of Civil Engineers Section of the
Warrior Training Day in early October. Students
American Society of Civil Engineers during the 168th BSCES/ASCE Annual
were concluding their Over, Under, Around, and
Awards Dinner in Boston on November 14.
Through unit in physical education. / / The BSCES Pre-College Educator Award is given to a K–12 teacher who integrates civil engineering topics into their curriculum in a manner that benefits the profession and encourages students to pursue an engineering career. “We’re delighted for Kathleen,” said Head of School Joe Perry. “Whether guiding students as our math enrichment coordinator, serving as a student advisor, or coaching Derby’s national math club and varsity girls soccer team, her passion for engaging students in learning and problem-solving is a tremendous benefit to the School.” / /
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GREAT OUTDOORS Middle and Upper School students went off campus and outside on September 22 for a variety of local outdoor education programs. Grade 4 students visited World’s End Park in Hingham, Grades 5 and 6 traveled to Camp Wing in Duxbury, and Grade 7 students went to Hale Reservation in Westwood. By challenging students outside the classroom, Derby promotes healthier social growth for students and the entire School. Hiking, ecology studies, and group challenges foster respect for others, inspire self-confidence, and develop problem-solving and leadership skills, in addition to providing a clearer sense of camaraderie among the class. Faculty members participating in the day’s activities returned with a better understanding of individual students, an improved sense of group dynamics, and valuable experience to apply throughout the year in the Middle and Upper School advisory program. / /
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(Kind of ) Roughing It This fall, Grade 8 made its annual three-day excursion to the Sargent Center in Hancock, New Hampshire, to participate in an environmental education workshop of scientific field studies throughout the center’s ponds, forests, meadows, and rivers. Students also completed outdoor team-building exercises to further develop a spirit of collaboration, communication, and community. / /
Maine Course Grade 7 traveled to Acadia National Park for its annual September class trip. Through daily hikes and other outdoor activities, park rangers introduced students to the geology and history of the park, paired with the technology and real-world application of systems used to observe, research, record, and educate others about the region. / /
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A Gentleman and a Scholar Hingham Institution for Savings President and CEO, Bob Gaughen P’96,’99, presented Myla Estremera ’20 with the first Hingham Institution for Savings Merit Scholarship, which will cover Myla’s tuition through her graduation from Derby Academy. / /
Gimme Shelter! As part of their International Primary Curriculum (IPC) unit, Moving People, Grade 4 students constructed shelters from debris placed around campus to better understand concepts of relocation, recovering from natural disasters, and the importance of community during hard times. Students worked together to construct temporary shelters using materials—tires, tarps, rope, wood, and cardboard—left by a simulated blizzard on the 1784 Field and the Lower School playground. Using resources and cooperation, teams built and bartered until each classmate found a place under a shelter. / /
October Sky Creativity took flight as science classes designed, built, and launched their own hot air balloons sky high. / /
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“TAKING FLIGHT” On September 26, the Derby community gathered outside of the Healey Family Center for Innovation to unveil the longawaited mosaic, “Taking Flight.” The culmination of a two-year project between students, faculty, and staff, “Taking Flight” features thousands of pieces of colored glass that form a beautiful landscape narrating the exciting journey of learning at Derby Academy. The seven-panel mosaic displays the motif of personal and academic development and finding one’s own path, visualized by a bird flying across a vivid landscape full of adventure, challenges, and growth amid the changing seasons. “In this mosaic, you’ll see where you are in your Derby journey,” said Alice McWilliams, director of curriculum and Arts Department head. “The mosaic stands for many things, but most of all, it represents what can be accomplished by teamwork.” Nicole McDonough ’15, who worked on the mosaic when it began during the 2014–2015 academic year, added that “the mosaic will serve as a reminder of the power of art, creativity, and student voice for years to come.” / /
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Clear blue skies and beautiful fall weather provided a perfect backdrop for Derby’s annual Fall Fair on October 15. The fair brought members of the local community, current families and students, as well as alumni back to campus to enjoy a day of fun activities. / /
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Feeding Thousands For the second year in a row, Derby Academy joined the Outreach Program to assemble thousands of meals during the Outreach Program’s End Hunger New England food packaging event in November. More than 200 volunteers filled the McKelvey Gym to assemble, package, and ship 47,736 non-perishable oatmeal and pasta dishes for thousands of needy families in Plymouth County. / /
Leading the Way Ellie Mraz ’17, recipient of the Edward R. Foley Citizenship Prize, presented her area of focus— Alzheimer’s Disease—this fall. Under her leadership, the School hopes to raise awareness and help fight the disease. / /
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STATE OF THE SCHOOL The Derby community gathered for the annual State of the School address and
reception on November 3. The event presented the opportunity to reflect on the School’s success in leadership, curriculum, finances, and the future of Derby. Board of Trustees Vice President Mark Jones addressed parents and faculty, updating them on the School’s governance and the responsibilities of the Board, while Treasurer Hugh Kelly presented a financial briefing on the School, which included summaries of budget, revenue, endowment, financial aid, and the Annual Fund, all of which are performing well. Head of School Joe Perry concluded the presentation. He addressed the effect of the current academic and social curriculum, and offered insight into programs that are continuing the mission of the School. “A foundation of relationships with faculty and peers, and inspiring and engaging classrooms, are at the core of a prosperous school,” he stressed. “Understanding the importance of both tradition and progress are essential to creating opportunities to succeed and evolve.” / /
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Monster Mash The campus came alive with ghouls and ghosts for the Derby Academy Student Council’s annual Halloween parade on October 31. Faculty judges awarded prizes for the best of the best in several distinguished categories: Funniest: Ben Merrill ’20 Most Original: Will Benjamin ’21 Best Duo: Sophia Hess ’19 and Sammy Hosp ’19 Scariest: Michael Regan ’18 Cutest: Benton Perry ’17 / /
Forced from Home Grade 8 visited Boston in October for the immersive exhibit Forced From Home by Doctors Without Borders. The exhibit brings awareness to the struggles of 65 million refugees around the world. Moving through the exhibit, students had only seconds to collect essential items as they assumed the role of a refugee. Forced to give up personal items, they sat in crowded boats, huddled together in tents, carried heavy supplies, and underwent health examinations by aid workers. / / FALL // WINTER 2017
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HOLIDAYS! Dinner and a Show As part of their Explorers and Adventurers IPC unit, Grade 3 students treated classmates, faculty, and guests to a wonderful interpretation of the Native Americans meeting the Pilgrims and the emergence of Thanksgiving. An annual tradition for Derby, the students did a fantastic job performing their own written play, complete with elaborate costumes, set design, musical performances, and dancing. / /
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A Tradition of Traditions The Middle School’s annual Holiday Traditions performance impressed faculty, parents, and classmates with diverse musical numbers and acts that shared cultural traditions from across the globe—highlighting their similarities while celebrating their differences. Hanukkah, Diwali, Christmas, Ramadan, Kwanzaa, Three Kings’ Day, and Lunar New Year skits were backed by the musical talents of the Middle School chorus. / /
Spreading Peace Students from Kindergarten to Grade 3 treated guests to a collection of winter classics during the Lower School’s annual Peace of the Season holiday concert and the Primary School’s Winter Festival on December 9. Classes performed a variety of joyful stories, poems, and holiday songs like “Walking in the Air,” “Deck the Halls,” and “The Dreidel Song.” / /
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Deck the Halls The Grade 4 and 5 chorus warmed spirits as they sang renditions of holiday favorites during Hingham’s Christmas in the Square event in December. / /
You Can’t Catch Me! Pre-K students retold the story of “The Gingerbread Man” during the Pre-K Gingerbread Mini-Musical. Complete with costumes, props, and catchy songs, the entire cast delivered an adorable holiday performance. / /
Nutcracker Collection Lower School students visited Head of School Joe Perry’s home to learn about his holiday nutcracker collection. It’s a tradition he started with his family when he was a young boy and continues to this day. / /
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A MODEL SEASON Derby Academy’s Model United Nations program made its presence felt at the Northeastern University Middle School Model UN Conference on November 19. 560 students from 33 different schools attended the conference, and the Derby delegation took home four Best Delegate awards—the most of any school present. Overall, Derby students won eight different awards: Best Delegate: Kate Strong ’17 and Luca Milano ’17 Best Delegate: Maya Benjamin ’18 and Victoria Fawcett ’18 Best Delegate and Best Position Paper: Maya Metri ’17 and Henry Keohan ’17 Best Delegate: Ari Kraan ’17 and Sam Barrett ’17 Best Public Speaker: Emily Wolford ’17 and Kate Brabham ’18 Best Position Paper: Ellie Mraz ’17 Best Position Paper: Eleanor Murphy ’17 and Dylan Arevian ’18 The conference continued an excellent season for Derby’s Model UN program, which consistently impressed at conferences throughout the fall, including the Global Leadership Conference at Suffolk University Law School and the Bard Model United Nations Conference. / /
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LIGHT Upper School students filled Larson Hall with holiday spirit and cheer during their annual holiday concert, Let There Be Light: A Celebration, on December 16. This year’s performance brought together students, faculty, and administrators to share in the spirituality of our different traditions and celebrate our common threads. Musical numbers like “The Holly and the Ivy,” “Let There Be Peace on Earth,” and “Winter Wonderland” accompanied dances and readings from cultures and religions from around the world, uniting the entire School community in holiday spirit before leaving for break. / /
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Fall Awards On November 21 , the Athletics
Girls Varsity Soccer
Department presented fall awards
Coaches’ Award: Lindsay Behenna ’17
to outstanding Derby athletes.
Most Improved: Maya Metri ’17
Boys Varsity Soccer
Girls Grade 6 Soccer
Coaches’ Award: Ari Kraan ’17
Coaches’ Award: Eliza Sadhwani ’19
Most Improved: Sam Barrett ’17
Most Improved: Charlotte Wolford ’19
Boys JV Soccer
Cross Country (Boys)
Coaches’ Award: Cole Rawson ’18
Coaches’ Award: Josh Bergers ’18
Most Improved: Matthew Weiner ’18
Most Improved: P.D. Ragone ’17
Boys Grade 6 Soccer
Cross Country (Girls)
Coaches’ Award: Griffin Beaulieu ’19
Coaches’ Award: Ellie Mraz ’17
Most Improved: Rio Voss-Kernan ’19
Most Improved: Tyler O’Connor ’18
Field Hockey
Congratulations to all the teams
Coaches’ Award: Eleanor Murphy ’17
and award recipients for their hard
Most Improved: Sophia Fawcett ’19
work and athletic achievements during the fall 2016 season! / /
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Amanda Goulston Shields ’90, P’23,’24 returns to the South Shore to bring the basics back to yoga with her new studio in Hingham.
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Twisted and stretched, poised and focused, she taps into yoga, a practice that has endured for thousands of years, to bring stability to a life of transition. After shifting priorities and embracing change, Shields ’90 P’23,’24 is opening her own yoga studio in Hingham, and helping others unleash their inner warriors. Since graduating Derby and continuing to Thayer Academy, St. Lawrence University, and later, Emerson College for an advanced degree, Shields has traveled the country, working a wide array of jobs in retail, post-production, and radio. Shortly after the birth of her third child, however, Shields had an epiphany. “I was valuing myself more for what I was on the outside, and not seeing who I was on the inside.” The new addition to her family suddenly put things in perspective, so she shifted her priorities toward developing her sense of mindfulness. Having grappled with frequent transitions in her life, Shields explored yoga as she searched for a way to develop more meaningful relationships, find balance, and discover authentic passion. Her first yoga lesson found her tangled, hiding in the back of the class as she attempted to hold the poses. “The first time I tried yoga, I felt challenged by it,” Shields remembers. “But I left recognizing how powerful it could be, and I launched myself into the mindfulness of the practice.” While the physical benefits of yoga include increased circulation, flexibility, muscle strength, and energy, the mindfulness it fosters cannot be overstated. Yoga forces participants to stop, slow down, and think—to process emotions and to evaluate choices. Yoga opened Shields’ mind, allowing her to connect with deeper thoughts, while also developing more authentic relationships with herself and others. “Life’s solutions are often presented as ‘just three quick and easy steps away,’ but yoga requires focus and patience; it introduces us to a deeper way of connecting.” Shields says. “It can be frustrating for some at first, but there’s so much you can learn on your mat that you can apply to your life. Yoga can bring to light what’s possible. I get chills talking about it.”
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As her interest grew, Shields realized that mindfulness was becoming the authentic passion she was looking for. Now, she’s opening her yoga studio on Central Street in Hingham, a consuming process that has required resilience, determination, and strength—characteristics she developed at Derby. “Derby played a big role in where I am right now,” Shields says, reflecting on her involvement in athletics and theater performances, and the friendships that resulted. “The School helped me build my foundation academically, but it also helped me start to explore and understand myself. It broadened my horizons.” That foundation, Shields says, instilled in her a kindness toward others and an appreciation to be open to new experiences and opportunities. A recent move back to the South Shore has allowed her children to experience Derby as students, and Shields is enjoying being back on campus as a parent. “It’s bringing back so many good memories.”
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This winter season, Derby offered yoga to students as part of its noncompetitive alternatives to interscholastic sports. “I’m blown away by how they choose to educate the kids,” Shields says. “They really are choosing to build confidence and the ability to be comfortable with oneself; I think those are really important tools.” Her son and daughter return home from school each day excited about class and friends, eager to share what they learned. “My children are supported at Derby,” Shields says. “They’ve been able to shine.” Now Shields finds herself in front of the class. Her studio, Krigsman Yoga, represents a new beginning as she unrolls the mats and opens its doors this winter. Krigsman, meaning “warrior” in Swedish, pays homage to her mother’s heritage and her family’s influence. “I wanted it to be a part of me, and I think that my Swedish blood and that Viking warrior part of me is why this is happening.” While yoga studios aren’t necessarily a rarity, Shields saw an opportunity for her studio to bring the practice back to the basics—to introduce it in a comprehensible way that allows beginners to discover their inner strength. “There are many definitions of what a warrior is,” Shields asserts, “but the approach in how to find that warrior needs to change. I’m trying to make it more consistent and more accessible. Maybe it’s a word the teacher says and you carry it off with you. It can be as simple as being present or mindful in the moment. You’re opening up more and letting go of the things you don’t want to hold on to.” Today, self-confidence, passion, and meaningful relationships are at the center of her life. Slowing down, listening, and processing has allowed her inner warrior to awaken.“There are so many people who are scared to be themselves and aren’t aware they have so much to offer,” Shields says. “Yoga has taught me what I’m capable of. It made me believe in myself, and that anything is really possible.”
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In late spring, Derby announced it would be changing food service providers after more than a decade. This year, the School welcomed FLIK Independent School Dining to the Lewis Dining Hall to serve up a culinary experience that won’t be found on any typical lunch menu. Leading the team is FLIK dining manager, Chef Andrea, who brings with her a small, talented team with decades of experience in the kitchen. “We’re professionally trained chefs, not lunch ladies,” Andrea asserts. “We have a passion for cooking and we love what we do.” Drawing from their expertise in the food service industry—as catering chefs, kitchen managers, or working the line in numerous restaurants—Andrea and her staff won’t be using recipes found in a cookbook, but rather building menus from their own experiences and international backgrounds. Arriving at 5:30 each morning, Andrea and her staff fire up the burners, power on equipment, take provisions from the refrigerator, and begin to prepare the 375 meals that will be served each day at Derby. Planning menus five weeks ahead, Andrea cooks with local, seasonal produce to create a variety of nutritious and delicious meals that cater to both kids and adults. “Making sure there is something palatable for first graders as well as the Upper Schoolers can be a challenge,” she says. “Vegetables are always the most challenging with kids, because they tend to run from anything green.” While pizza is still a favorite and the kids have been known to devour 700 grilled cheese sandwiches in a day, tasting events offer younger students the chance to try different menu items without having to commit an entire lunch to something new. FALL // WINTER 2017
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Unlike public schools, which work with government commodities, FLIK provides access to high-quality food with more variety. Eggs are cage free and meats from local farms are graded USDA Choice or better. Seafood is monitored by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program, which helps businesses choose seafood that is caught or farmed in sustainable ways to support a healthy ocean. Vegetables and herbs are pulled from the Jay Sadlon Children’s Garden, just steps away from the kitchen. “You can’t get any fresher than the Derby garden,” says Andrea, who incorporates campus beets, spinach, peas, and basil into lunch menus. Food waste is kept in control by using fresh vegetable scraps in soups and stocks. The kitchen uses only whole- or multi-grain pasta, and considers allergies and food sensitivities when preparing and serving. Students won’t find trans fats or MSG on the menu, and meals will always feature seasonal items. Summer menus saw fresh salads and light seafood dishes. Fall featured butternut squash, pumpkin muffins, apples, and pears. Winter months will see rich, simmering soups and grilled pork tips with an apple cider demi-glace. Desserts are made daily on the premises, filling the halls with the aroma of freshly baked cakes and chocolate chip cookies.
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Inclusive group lunches are a convention at Derby. Regularly mixing seating arrangements, students, faculty, and staff create a sense of community as everyone gathers to break bread. Andrea sees those relationships develop in the lunch room as she and her team tend serving stations and receive feedback from the diners. “I see a lot of excitement from the kids,” says Andrea, who is happy to answer any question from students about ingredients and preparation. “It’s the best part of the job, to see people who are excited and happy and friendly. That makes a big difference, to serve a good group of people.”
What hasn’t recently made an appearance is the traditional Derby concoction affectionately known as “Derby Slush,” an American chop suey-like dish popular with alumni. It holds the title of the first meal served in Lewis Dining Hall when the Roy Campus Center opened in 2000. The Derby favorite is ready for a comeback and to bring together a new generation of students around the table.
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Over the course of a four-day stress-management-based drug and alcohol awareness program, Slotnick led small workshops with Grade 7 and 8 students in meditation, mindfulness, and self-awareness— an innovative approach to identify and manage stressors before they create destructive behavior. An important step, Slotnick says, is acknowledging that today most kids do not abuse alcohol and drugs. While the drug epidemic seemed to affect older generations of students, alcohol abuse is at a historic low. What has been trending upward for years, however, is kids struggling with anxiety, stress, and worry. “By the time students are in the Upper School, their decisionmaking is more driven by the psychological and social influences in their lives, and less by whether it’s good or bad, or right or wrong,” Slotnick says. “We’re addressing those underlying causes and thoughts.” Slotnick says a culprit of our current challenges was the reaction Will Slotnick is the founder and director of Wellness Collaborative, an organization dedicated to promoting health and preventing addiction in school communities. He has worked as a substance-abuse prevention and wellness specialist for more than 25 years, providing drug education, stress management, and mindfulness training to schools. He has worked with Derby for the
to ’90s culture and a belief that kids had too much free time, and that free time led to trouble. Studies were even conducted showing most kids were likely to get into trouble after 2:30 p.m., when they lacked the supervision of adults. What began was a movement to structure every minute of a child’s schedule to avoid substance abuse. It worked, but what developed were kids who were over-
past ten years.
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involved and stressed. Everybody had to
At the core of Slotnick’s work is social and
The lessons taught simple techniques for
do everything, and activities that once
emotional learning—teaching students
being intentionally present, such as using
promoted stress relief and meaningful
relaxation responses to help them build
time between classes, or walking among
relationships seemed to dwindle. In a
emotional intelligence. “It helps them
the buildings, to breathe, feel the air, and
post-9/11 world experiencing an economic
become more aware of how their thoughts
focus. “After a few sessions, students love
downturn, a culture of fear emerged. Kids
and feelings affect their behavior. That’s
it, and they crave it,” Slotnick says. “That
began to adopt parent fears, and soon fifth
an important process for adolescents—
self-awareness leads to self-management.
graders began to worry about their own
developing that level of self-awareness,”
Now they can work with those feelings,
safety and their futures. “Did I choose the
Slotnick says. Stress induces a “fight, flight,
and change them if necessary. Students
right secondary school?” “Where will I go
freeze” response, which can manifest in
take these lessons and develop their own
to college?” “How will I make a living?”
aggressive thoughts and judgmental or
practice. Ultimately, that will help them
critical thoughts of others. Those emotions
with their work, help them with taking
Instead of focusing on the present,
are emulated in the body. “Just by bringing
tests, and—if they work on being more
students were dwelling on the past
awareness to the body, it releases tension,”
present and understanding inner thoughts
and worrying about the future. What is
Slotnick says.
and feelings—they will become more
necessary, Slotnick says, is to reapproach
compassionate and empathetic.”
how we manage these stressors.
In a quiet classroom, Slotnick ran exercises
While destructive decision-making
and techniques that taught students to
The benefits of mindfulness training
can be driven by academic and social
think and act deliberately. Striking Tibetan
extend to the larger community, too.
influences in students’ lives, by focusing
singing bowls that produce a calming
“These lessons will help them make and
on the management of academic and
C-sharp, he meditated with students
maintain relationships. Often the inability
competitive-based stress—factors in why
and talked about proper nutrition,
to connect is fear based,” Slotnick says.
teens adopt destructive behavior—students
healthy sleeping habits, and effective
“If we can be more present and calm, then
can implement their own stress-reducing
communication with adults and peers.
we can be more open to connecting with
strategies and promote healthy behavior.
Students learned how to outsmart stress,
others.”
find their centers, and thrive.
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“Derby is a wonderfully supportive environment,” says Slotnick. “The nature of the classrooms, the campus village, the robust recess … Derby has a supportive and nurturing community. A lot of people talk about it; Derby is actually doing what they say they do—improving both mind and heart.” In conjunction with its wellness program this fall, Derby welcomed esteemed leaders in the fields of physiology and mindfulness to campus: a coordinated effort to promote new, positive ways of thinking. Psychologist and author Dr. Jennifer Bryan addressed gender, sexual identity, and gender stereotypes with parents—and separately with students—as the first guest in Derby Academy’s new Speaker Series. Speaking with an audience in the Healey Family Center for Innovation, Dr. Bryan discussed ways to keep pace with the social changes in our culture and classrooms, and how students, families, and schools can work together to understand these powerful components of development in Pre-K to Grade 8 children and adolescents. Rana Chudnofsky, MEd, director of resilient youth programming at the Benson-Henry Institute’s Resilient Schools program, led a workshop in mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques with parents and administrators during a Parents Association meeting in October. Chudnofsky had met with faculty earlier in the year to participate in a research-based program that helps teachers and students gain control of stressors, thereby reducing student stress and teacher burnout, and promoting a positive school climate.
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Leadership Reception Derby Academy leadership donors gathered for a reception at Tosca in Hingham in November. / /
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NEWS Annual Fund Update Reminder: the 2016–2017 Annual Fund closes on May 31, 2017 The 2016–2017 Annual Fund is well underway, and we extend our thanks and appreciation to all who have already donated. To keep our community strong, we need a contribution from every one of our families—every gift counts. To date, 50 percent of our current families have shown their support for Derby by donating or making a pledge to the Annual Fund. Under the Board of Trustees’ leadership, faculty, alumni, parents of alumni, grandparents, and friends have also continued their support of the Annual Fund. Faculty and staff reached 100 percent participation earlier this year. We are confident that, through your contributions, Derby will once again meet its Annual Fund goal of $600,000. Matching gifts from your employer is a wonderful way to increase your gift to Derby Academy. Be part of this year’s Annual Fund—help support our Derby community. Pledges and gifts can be made through May 31, 2017. Please use the enclosed envelope or donate securely online by going to the Derby Academy website at derbyacademy.org/give. If you have any questions, please call the Advancement Office at 781-749-0746 (ext. 161). / / FALL // WINTER 2017
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CLASS NOTES Go Derby! (l-r) Senath Turpin, Virginia Branham, and Faith Cummings in 1941
1940
Faith Cummings Newton ’41 writes: “I am 93, still driving locally, and playing bridge three times a week. Enjoying my two daughters who live within five miles of me. One son lives near Roanoke, Virgina, and the other lives in St. Louis, Missouri. I have eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Still love my five years at Derby. I remember all the buildings, my teachers, field hockey, and my Derby sweater. I live in a mobile home park. I graduated in 1941 with Virginia Branham and Senath Turpin Close—there were only three of us!” Henry Bourne ’42 writes: “I’ll be 92 in March and I’ve just started a new career! I’m writing a weekly history column for our newspaper, The Vermont Standard. I’ve written stuff all my life and always dreamed
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of someday maybe getting paid to do it. I
wife of 58 years, Audrey Harper McCormick.
guess it really is never too late. It will be
Our daughters, Brenda and Olivia—both of
75 years ago this spring that I would have
whom are living in London, each with two
graduated from Derby if I hadn’t moved on
daughters of their own—followed me to
after nine years. Those were formative years,
Harvard.”
though, still remembered fondly. I learned to read and write in the big, yellow building downtown—gifts I have always been more than grateful for. I bet I’d have learned a lot of other stuff, too, if I’d paid attention once in a while. I often wonder how many people I went to school with so long ago are still alive. They were a good group.” Lansing Reed ’44 writes: “Health still okay. Enjoying my four children and eight grandchildren. Still in contact with Everett Chamberlain ’44.”
John Christian, Jr. with father John Harper ’48
John Harper ’48 writes: “This photo of me with my son, John Christian, Jr., was taken
Susannah Rich Gourevitch ’48 writes:
when he and his family visited us in London
“Now in our 80s, my husband and I
for Thanksgiving. Christian is a graduate of
picked up and moved to California from
Vassar College, following his mother and my
Washington, D.C. We wanted to be near our
son and grandson. It turns out to have been
fortunately the kitty survived! Best to all my
to us: ‘Morse Code’ (me), ‘Barnyard’ (Jeremy
a wonderful idea, albeit a bit of an adventure
classmates!”
Barnard ’63), ‘Bighello’ (Robbie Littlehale ’63), and ‘Coffin Nails’ (Sarah Coffin ’62).
for two oldies like us.” Fred Stetson ’58 writes: “My wife, Katie
Stick with me, but I’m having a hard time
Harris Poor ’49 writes: “Retired from a life
Pond, and I have moved to a new home a
remembering the others, especially for
of singing opera and orator solo work. Living
few miles north of our 100-year-old house
classmates Peter Prudden ’63 and Curt
in New York City with my wife of 43 years.
in Burlington, Vermont. We are near—but
Smalzel ’63. Y’all help out a slow Southern
Hobbies include Lincoln cent pieces and
not on—Lake Champlain, which is fine by
girl and send in your old nicknames, as well
clocks.”
me. At night, winter winds howl, but we go
as pics of your kids and grandkids. They
to sleep knowing we will still be dry in the
would be such fun New Year’s gifts for all
morning. We would welcome visits from
of us to enjoy. I wish all of you a wonderful,
any classmates or Derby friends headed for
happy, and healthy 2017!”
1950
Nancy Boardman Eddy ’50 writes: “It was wonderful to see that old photo of Old Derby—so many memories! My best friends, Jean Worth Taylor ’50 and Carol Parsons Stuart ’48; my first date to the 25-cent movies at Loring Hall, Frank Cahouet ’50;
northern Vermont.”
1960
Harrison Thorp ’67 writes: “Retired from my journalism career, but the printer’s ink still flows in the running of an online newspaper in the northern Seacoast Region of
Hilary Morse Sikes ’63 writes: “The icing
New Hampshire that covers Lebanon, Maine,
on the cake for our Christmas this year
where I live; and Milton and Rochester, New
my first “boyfriend,” Doug Marshall ’48!
was delighting in a stroll through Garvan
Hampshire, where I play. The newspaper has
We were so very young and innocent then…
Woodland Gardens at nearby Lake Hamilton
about 14,000 readers, which is plenty enough
despite the fact that World War II was in full
in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The gardens boast a
to let me know when I screw up. The link to
swing. Now that we're all pretty old, it still
gingerbread house, a miniature railroad that
the publication is thelebanonvoice.com.”
lifts my heart to see that photo.”
travels through the trees, ponds, waterfalls, and this gorgeous half-moon bridge crafted
Elizabeth Agens Durant ’52 writes: “I keep
from native stone. Every year, this botanical
in close touch with Sally Parsons Sayre
wonderland is decorated with tens of
’51 in Rhode Island, and meet once or twice
thousands of lights, as well as Christmas
a year with Sue Sylvester Kaloustian ’51
music booming throughout its many acres.
in California and Sally Sprout Lovett ’51
Everywhere you look, you are dazzled by the
in Hingham. Sally brought me a copy of The Derby News, Vol. 10 No. 5, from December 18, 1950! It was full of our field hockey Harrison Thorp ’67
escapades! It is marvelous that it was Derby
1980
that brought us together and the friendships endure—for more than 70 years!” Beth Gill Brown ’53 writes: “I am
Heather Bowes Ezzy ’85 writes: “Not too
enjoying retirement from harp playing. Jesse Schoenbrod (significant other)
much is new. I am still homeschooling and
is still working full time at Watsonville
eye candy, and it’s just great fun to be a kid
really enjoying it. Matthew is 15 years old and
Hospital. I was a full-time nurse again in
again and to be so overwhelmed with glee!
currently in ninth grade. He loves archery
December, as he had knee-replacement
Speaking of feeling like a kid again, I find that
and tennis, and since joining the cross-
surgery. My daughter Coco (Constance)
the older I get, the more nostalgic I feel about
country team at our local high school, he
lives in Greenwich Village, New York. She
the past. It’s fun for me to reminisce over
has his time down to a seven-minute mile.
was burned out of the condo in October, but
our wonderful teachers (saints for putting
The team is new this year, and despite not
up with our foolishness!) and remembering
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the season. Hannah, who enjoys singing and softball, is 12 years old and currently in seventh grade. For those of you who remember, my mom raises Pembroke Welsh Corgis, and she gave two to my family. Hannah got hers for her birthday in July and was busy with obedience classes this fall. We spend a lot of time visiting family, especially
Heather Bowes Ezzy ’85 (right) and
in Maine.”
1990
Former faculty member Ginger Winslow writes: “Pam Wessling ’99 and I have a special relationship going back to Derby’s seventh grade. We both love Marimekko
family travel to Little Cranberry Island off of Bar Harbor.
Boston Reception
fabric and when she left Derby, I gave her
Alumni from the Classes of 1993–2004 gathered at The Merchant in Boston on
my old fabric bolts and a few dresses I
November 17. Alumni reconnected with classmates, met Head of School Joe Perry,
didn't wear any more (possibly to use for
and socialized over drinks and hors d’oeuvres.
pillows using the sewing education she had at Derby). As it turned out, she kept one of the dresses I made, and I recently found a picture of me (below, right) wearing it when I was about Pam’s age. The photo was taken in my 20s, dancing with my husband, former Derby shop teacher Ken Winslow.”
Members of the Class of 2004: Teresa Curtis, Laura Allen Zilewicz, Allison Boynton Cayzer, and Catherine DiPesa
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While working for Anheuser-Busch InBev’s New York office, Kate Lewis ’00 spent part of the summer of 2016 at the Olympics in Rio, managing the company’s partnership with Team USA, leading a hospitality program, and hosting sweepstakes winners. Kate attended events like beach volleyball, the 100-meter dash, and was able to watch Michael Phelps compete. She even ran into Team USA golfer Rickie Fowler at the USA House along Ipanema Beach!
Max Hoffman ’06 writes: “I’m currently a third-year medical student at UMass Medical School and planning to go into emergency medicine when I graduate in 2018. I’m interested in pursuing a fellowship after residency in either critical care medicine or emergency medical services.” Kyle Kirwan ’08 is currently attending graduate school at the University of Cambridge, England. Annalise Carroll ’09 will be graduating in May with a BS in agricultural science from Cornell University. During the last week of September, Olivia Sullivan ’09 was named Senior of the Week at Johns Hopkins University. Olivia is a behavioral biology major and dedicates countless hours to Dance Marathon and
Raisa Hoffman ’07 and brother Max Hoffman ’06
the Tutorial Project. She also works for the university’s Center for Social Concern as a logistics coordinator for President’s Day of Service, working to create a real impact in the Baltimore community.
Kate Lewis ’00 with golfer Rickie Fowler Coleman Connelly ’03 received his PhD in classics from Harvard University in May 2016. Coleman is currently a postdoctoral fellow with the American Council of Learned Societies at Ohio State University. It is a joint position between the Department of Classics and the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures. Ashley Fish ’03 returned to Derby this fall to teach as a new member of the faculty. She was just as excited on her first day of teaching as she was on her first day of Kindergarten. Josiah Hatch ’03 writes: “After living in Hong Kong from 2009 to 2015, I have moved back to Boston to take over the family insurance business. I just bought my first condo in Dorchester!”
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2010
Ralph Tedeschi ’10 is a junior at Elon and spent the fall semester in Barcelona. Luke Sullivan ’11 is a sophomore at Catholic University and is working in Governor Baker’s Washington, D.C., office. Aly Clinton ’12 is enjoying her time at
Congratulations to Helena Jensen ’13 and
Charlie Clinton ’15 is taking a leave of absence
her crew mates from the Cambridge Boat
from Phillips Exeter Academy to attend the
Club for taking the gold in the U19 Women’s
Ellison Ballet Professional Training Program
Eights at the 134th Royal Canadian Henley
in New York City on full scholarship.
Regatta last August. Helena was in third seat. Jack Mullen ’14 was accepted to Bard Lily Reposa ’14 and her family were
College at Simon’s Rock and started as a
featured in the summer issue of Edible South
college freshman last fall.
Shore & South Coast. They have been busy making cheese and caring for their goats at
Several Derby alumni caught up at the
Greener Pasture Family Farm in Hingham.
2016 ISL cross-country meet (photo below).
Northeastern University as a double major in theatre and ASL interpreting with a minor in behavior psychology. Aly is the only female freshman to have a starring role, playing Puck in Northeastern’s upcoming production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Regan O’Donnell ’12 writes: “Last fall I kept a journal (reganodonnell.wordpress. com) while on a three-month service trip to Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. This winter I am living in Florida and working at a breakfast restaurant, and then in the spring I will walk the Camino in Spain, a 500-mile walk that will take me just more than a month.” Three members of the Class of 2012 won
( l-r) back row: Tilly McLean ’15, Minnie Stavis ’13, Madelyn Schwandt ’13, Emma Casey ’13, Abby Osmanski ’13, Olivia Gomez ’13, Katherine Stanwood ’14, Rachel Kraan ’14, Annie Huycke ’14. (l-r) front row: Thomas Mulvey ’15, Ben White ’14, Henry Butterfield ’14, David Ragone ’15
Patriot Ledger Athlete of the Year awards: Charlotte Allard (lacrosse, Notre Dame Academy), Eric Seewald (tennis, Duxbury), and Maddie Dewire (tennis, Milton Academy). Mike Durkin ’12 (track, Hingham) was commended in the All Scholastic group.
Turkey Day Reunion Alumni from the Classes of 2013–2016 returned to campus for Derby’s annual Turkey Day Reunion in November.
Charlotte Allard, Eric Seewald, Maddie Dewire
Members of the Class of 2016
BIRTHS ①
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Spencer Balboni ’97 and Emily Balboni: twins Scarlett Elsie Balboni and Alden Grade Balboni on October 20, 2016. Photo (l-r): Alden Grace Balboni and Scarlett Elsie Balboni.
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Elizabeth Pierson ’96 and Walter Rojowsky: Theodore Pierson Rojowsky on July 27, 2016.
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Elliot Noon ’97 and Kristin Noon: Oliver Zampell Noon on June 4, 2016. Former faculty member Natasha Ross Tofias and Zach Tofias: Caroline (Carly) Blair Tofias on May 9, 2016. Carly joins big brother Sam.
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WEDD
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Scott Eisen ’06 to Alena Kuzub on
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Amanda Rosenhoover ’02 to Greg
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Libby Denniston ’02 to Seth Palmer on
July 10, 2016, at the Eleanor Bradley Cabot Estate in Canton, Massachusetts.
Wadsworth on July 23, 2016, in Duxbury, Massachusetts.
August 20, 2016, in Putnam Station, New York. Photo ( l-r): Caleb Schillinger with Gracie, Alex Denniston Schillinger ’97, Libby, Seth, Kathy and Brackett Denniston, Baer Denniston ’98.
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Franci Ryan ’03 to Martin Courage on August 27, 2016, in Boston. Jake Minevitz ’04 to Laura Feloney on September 9, 2016, in Boston. Photo (l-r): Catherine Minevitz, Jake, Laura, Bruce Minevitz and Ned Minevitz '00. Ashley Mihos ’97 to Michael Kennedy on September 10, 2016, in West Yarmouth, Massachusetts.
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DINGS Samantha Zildjian ’03 to Chris Barry on September 10, 2016, in Hingham, Massachusetts. Sam Steele ’02 to Jenna Van Etten on September 17, 2016, in York, Maine.
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Jefferson Barbee ’99 to Jennifer Hudson on October 1, 2016, in Helena,
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Montana. Former faculty member Alan Rivera to Won Seok Chung on October 7, 2016, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Rian Kearney ’03 to Jade Robinson on October 8, 2016, in York, Maine.
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Kelsey Jordan ’02 to Seth Perkins on November 5, 2016, in Mashpee, Massachusetts. Megan Daly ’05 to Lucas Mulkern on November 12, 2016, in Chatham, Massachusetts. Margaret Young ’03 to Kevin Miley on December 17, 2016, in Boston.
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Engagements Amory Loring ’97 to Prescott
Mike O’Brien ’00 to Drew Davis.
Logan. A summer wedding is
A late fall wedding is planned.
planned. Doug Sibor ’02 to Lindsay Kosan. A Dan Sibor ’98 to Beth Wozniak.
summer 2018 wedding is planned.
A spring wedding is planned.
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IN MEMORIAM Barbara Partridge (front row, right) with her classmates in 1941.
Barbara Partridge ’45
Deborah Berg ’80
December 2, 2016
December 18, 2016 Barbara lived her entire life in the Hingham area, breeding Dalmatians for more than 50 years and working as a dog trainer, dog show participant, and boarder. She was an inspiration to many in the dog show world. She aspired to be a veterinarian and attended Brown University’s pre-med program for two years. After Brown, she attended Fisher College where they established a
course especially for her interests. After graduating, Barbara held an internship at Angell Memorial in Boston and later served on the Board of Directors of the Dalmatian Club of Southern New England,
Deborah was born in Boston and grew up in Duxbury, Beacon Hill, and
where she oversaw several charity events and fundraisers. Barbara
Mattapoisett. A graduate of Derby Academy, St. George’s School, Boston
also served on several committees at the Allerton House in Hingham,
College, and George Washington University School of Law, Deborah was
where she resided in recent years. Her acceptance of others, her
a 15th-generation descendant of Elder William Brewster of the Plymouth
curiosity to learn, and her humility brought her many longtime
Colony. Deborah loved the arts and animals—especially the Grateful
friends. Barbara’s love for animals was exceeded only by her delight
Dead, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Gardner Museum, and the Boston
in attending family gatherings. Donations in Barbara’s name may be
Athenæum. She worked in law firms in Boston and the Tampa area and
made to either of the following charities: Massachusetts Dachshund
was active in alumni affairs at St. George’s as a volunteer. Contributions
Rescue Society or the Dalmatian Club of Southern New England.
may be made in her name to Derby Academy, 56 Burditt Avenue, Hingham, MA, care of Squeakie Thompson.
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MIND HEART Mission Moments “Improve Both Mind and Heart,” is woven into every fiber of the Derby experience—from the laboratories of the Science Center, where hands-on learning engages students, to the courts of the McKelvey Gym, where teammates celebrate each other in victory or in defeat.
The “All In for Derby” Benefit promises to be a great community event. Proceeds will develop our most prominent and valuable common spaces into Learning Hubs—flexible and inclusive spaces that reflect our emphasis on
Friday, May 5 at Derby Academy
collaborative learning and inspired teaching. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.derbyacademy.org/benefit.