NYA Chronicle Magazine 2021

N O R T H YA R M O U T H A C A D E M Y

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Re-Imagining NYA’s Travis Roy Arena +

Character Development and Service

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Chronicle Staff

COMMUNICATIONS

Kristi Belesca Director of Marketing and Communications

Michael Krakowka Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications PHOTOGRAPHY NYA Staff

Brian Beard Brian Beard Photography

NYA Board of Trustees 2021–2022 OFFICERS

Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 President Rick Abbondanza P’04 Vice President

James Cabot ‘98, P’30, P’32, P’36 Vice President Barbara Marr P’17 Secretary

CONTRIBUTORS

Diana Garcia P’07, P’14 Treasurer

Letter from the Head of School

Benjamin Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 Head of School

Benjamin Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 Head of School

Jennifer Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 Director of Development

Garrett Bowne P’09, P’11 Chief Financial Officer

Caroline Anson ‘08 Development Coordinator

BOARD MEMBERS

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Crystal Gordon Assistant Director of Development

BEN JACKSON

e are in the midst of our third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, and despite all of the challenges, we can be proud of how NYA has weathered this crisis. Our students continue to be engaged in the classes and activities that are important to them. A silver lining of the pandemic has been the strength of our community.

Carol Harris Development Coordinator Drive Brand Studio Designer

Old Port Press Although everyone played a role, including our students and their Printer families, I would like to take a moment to focus our attention on our incredible faculty. Throughout the pandemic, the work of our teachers has been particularly remarkable. They were able to shift to remote learning and then back to full time school in the fall of 2020, and they have adapted to every challenge presented to them since. Our teachers innovate, motivate, North Yarmouth Academy is an independent, college and support our students, developing close preparatory, coeducational school. The Academy offers a relationships with them as they navigate structured program that establishes clear standards and high expectations in an environment that emphasizes values their education.

Our Mission

Prior to and during the pandemic, our teachers have defined the NYA experience for our students. Our faculty is what keeps our students coming back each year, and it is what draws countless alumni back to campus for a visit.

For that reason, this issue of the Chronicle is dedicated to the dynamic work of the NYA faculty. I hope you enjoy this issue filled with the work and innovation of our amazing teachers.

of mutual respect, trust, and community. North Yarmouth Academy is dedicated to fostering integrity, character, and intellect in its students.

The North Yarmouth Academy program encourages students to develop:

Problem-solving skills based on sound analytical and creative thought; Sophistication in writing, speaking, and artistic expression;

Nick Alberding P’18, P’21 Jason Currier ’95 Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 James Garrett ’98 Bob Hilscher P’16, P’18, P’20 Nathan Isaacson ’06 Christopher Lorenz P’28, P’30 Jess Lynch P’29, P’31 Steve Malcom P’15, P’17 Linc Merrill ’75, P’04, P’06 Warren Miskell P’15, P’18 Drew Oestreicher ’89 Lori Poulin P’22 Catriona Sangster P’16 Eric Schaeffer P’19, P’22 Sig Schutz P’23, P’24 Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 Caty von Brecht Werner ’05 HONORARY

Mary Anderson Stephen Anderson Mark Fasold P’96, P’99, P’03 Christopher Flower P’94 Margot Milliken P’03 Chris Pierce P’01, P’05 Michael Savage P’88, P’90 Priscilla Savage P’88, P’90 Curtis Scribner P’88

Appreciation for the importance of athletic activity, teamwork, and cooperation;

Self-confidence and self-respect through a breadth of experiences that extend beyond the classroom;

Concern for the larger community and an appreciation for the natural environment; Desire to continue the process of lifelong learning.

Cover sketch by Sagaree Sengupta.

Artwork throughout the magazine

by NYA art teachers.

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his fall, we welcomed two new members to the NYA Board of Trustees and bid farewell to one. Frederique Daniel is the mother of Hugo ’26, Delphine ’28, Capucine ’30, and Emmeline ’32, and lives in Yarmouth with her husband, Jarrod, a surgeon. She attended Hampden Academy and McGill University where she earned a B.A. in Anthropology and Economics, and was a four-year member of the track and field team. She also earned an M.B.A. from the University of Adelaide in Australia.

Freddie serves on the Marketing Committee and Development and Alumni Relations Committee of the board.

Jason Currier graduated from NYA in 1995 where he was a boarding student, hosted by the Lee and Brenda Roy P’94. He attended Villanova University, and he earned a B.S. in Accounting and Marketing, magna cum laude, from Quinnipiac University. He is on the Leadership Council of the Travis Roy Foundation, and is currently the Executive Vice President of Finance and the Chief Financial Officer for Audax Group in Boston.

Jason and his wife, Colleen, and three daughters live in Concord, Massachusetts. He serves on the Finance Committee and Development and Alumni Relations Committee of the board.

ecome.

Julie Moss P’04, P’05, P’09 stepped down after countless years of service to NYA and the Board of Trustees. We are forever grateful for all of her contributions to the Academy.

Frederique Daniel P‘26, P‘28, P‘30, P‘32

When we hear from NYA students, parents, and alumni about their NYA experience, it is usually a version of “the teachers are incredible.” Below is a taste of who our teachers are, and some of what our students are experiencing at school.

Tara Johnson P’17 Registrar

My newest winter sport is curling on our backyard rink with our homemade stones.

Shannon Gallagher Elementary Teacher

I have written a few children’s books for which I hope to create art and have published someday.

Gretchen Bergill Director of College Counseling

I spent a winter ski bumming in Chamonix, France. Best decision of my life (besides marrying my husband and having two great kids of course!).

Lisa McGlinn Accounting Assistant

I won a Ford F-150 in a radio contest.

Terry Bartick P’24, P’26 STEM Coordinator and Upper School Science Teacher I can say the alphabet backward as fast (maybe faster) than I can say it forward.

Jason Currier ‘95

Marissa Markonish P’19, P’23 Director of Lower and Middle Schools

I was born in Italy; I once performed in a half-time show for the New England Patriots—twirling a baton.

Eliot Grady Librarian

I own a yurt and four horses in Mongolia.

KB Lavertu P’31, P’34 Kindergaten Teacher

I thru-hiked the entire Appalachian Trial in 2010 and continue to have an affinity for hiking and love of the outdoors.

Peter Sillin P’18, P’21 History Department Chair

I have an ancestor who was convicted of murder on the basis of evidence provided by a ghost.

Ian Ramsey Kauffmann Program Director, Upper School Music Teacher

I was once in an Inuit dance troupe.

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Royal W River Project

hen NYA’s Lower and Middle School Science Chair and Middle School Experiential Education Director, Danielle Barschdorf, was working on her Master’s Degree in Environmental Science Education, she took a course on field science where she learned how to seine for fish and use the macroinvertebrates in the water to determine the biotic water quality of a river. “It was so engaging for me, and I realized that we had such a great resource of the Royal River in our back yard to study,” she explained.

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Out in the field, students seek to learn about the biodiversity of the fish and macroinvertebrates in the river. They also study the water quality based on what they catch in their nets. They present their results to the community once they’re done.

Ben Jackson and Danielle Barschdorf pause for a selfie. Ben is one of the many faculty and staff members who have assisted in the river over the years.

NYA students catch macroinvertebrates in the Royal River this past fall.

Systems Thinking Independent Study

The students love wearing the waders and spending time in the river. “It’s so much fun to see their faces when they catch an American Eel or a crayfish,” said Danielle.

For her, she loves studying macroinvertebrates.

“They are so small and so interesting to identify. I love that these unassuming, small creatures tell us so much about a river with their presence or absence.

I love that the students are learning real field science techniques and that they present their findings to our community with such confidence and poise,” she said.

I love that the students are learning real field science techniques and that they present their findings to our community with such confidence and poise”

Turns 15!

This year, Upper School science teacher, Bryce Hach, initiated an independent study program level problem solvers and leaders. “I simplified designed to teach students about systems this model for the NYA independent study thinking. Students partner with organizations where students would get first-person exposure that make an impact in to important issues environmental sustainability, throughout the year social equity and justice, and I hope I can help people understand and learn from each the severity of the climate crisis economic development. other’s experience and the solutions that will make as well as their The idea drew from Hach’s own,” said Hach. meaningful change. own experience in the early 2000’s while participating in a public policy leadership fellowship in which young people partnered for one-month internships with different sectors. The goal was to equip interns with the skills to be systems-

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Bryce Hach with one of his frogs from around the world living in the NYA greenhouse

program that uses computer software models to show how changes in behavior impact greenhouse gas emissions. “As an Enroads ambassador, I will have completed their online training and given two presentations teaching the simulator,” said Hallward-Rough. “With this Noah Cannon ’22 completed, I will be able to present the Enroads partnered with Avesta Housing for the work they simulator to all different types of groups. I hope are doing with green housing improvements in I can help people understand the severity of the affordable housing. Noah Hallward-Rough ‘22 climate crisis and the solutions that will make linked with Enroads as an ambassador for their meaningful change.”

Alaska 2021

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his summer, Literature of Glacier Bay students returned to the wilds of Alaska. They spent a week of their ten-day journey immersed in the unspoiled landscape of Glacier Bay National Park, fifty-five miles from the nearest road, paddling, hiking, camping and, of course, writing.

Six students from the class of 2020, who had to cancel their trip last year due to COVID-19, joined four members of the class of 2021.

Kauffmann Turns Five

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ith his students on the banks of Glacier Bay in 2015, Ian Ramsey had the idea about creating a program to educate the community about the importance of nature and the wilderness. Soon, the Kauffmann Program for Environmental Writing and Wilderness Exploration was born, Ian Ramsey is developing a school-wide mental with Ian Ramsey at the helm. Five health curriculum this year after observing the years later, it is thriving and creating impacts of COVID-19 on today’s youth. Ramsey opportunities for NYA students and introduced stress and anxiety reduction exercises the larger community to recognize into his teaching prior to the pandemic, which the importance of conservation included a “Brain Tips for Teens” video series. and environmental issues. Named Now more than ever he sees there is a need for for former trustee and neighbor, focus on the mind-body connectivity.

John M. Kauffmann, a wilderness conservationist pioneer, the program includes the NYA Outing Club, Glacier Bay Environmental Writing Course, Environmental Writing Seminar, Kauffmann Prize for Environmental Writing, Middle School Leadership Academy, and the Sea Kayak Academy. NYA also offers a Diploma with Distinction in Outdoor & Middle School Leadership Environmental Leadership.

Academy participants hike in the White Mountains

Lack of visitors due to the pandemic benefited the ecology of the park. The absence of cruise ships opened up humpback whale traffic, and biologists noticed the whales communicating differently without the noise of the ships, a natural anomaly our travelers were able to observe.

Glacier Bay group from last June, left to right: Matt McGrath ’20, Katie Blanc ’20, Ian Ramsey, Emma Collins ’21, Spencer Barton ’20, Reese Merritt ’21, E-Beth Goodrich ’21, Pierce Manchester ’20, Ben Frank ’20, Laini Frager ’21, and Eliza Tod ‘20

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Mrs. Gallagher Certified National Geographic Educator

“Don’t just teach students about the world—teach them how to change it.”

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ower School elementary teacher, Shannon Gallagher, is now a certified National Geographic Educator.

Through online meetings, workshops, and independent study, Shannon learned about the NatGeo curriculum framework and educational resources. She created lessons aligned with the framework, receiving exemplary reviews from peers, and certification guides for keeping within the mantra of the program, “Don’t just teach students about the world—teach them how to change it.”

And she is! For the past 11 years, Mrs. G’s class has participated in the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Clean Up Month. This year, her class saved 146 pieces of plastic and additional items from entering the marine ecosystem. They will return in the spring to learn about sand dollars inhabiting the area they cleaned.

“My whole life, I have connected with National Geographic media as inspiration for learning and teaching about the world,” said Shannon.

“This project challenged me and infused new energy into my teaching.

I strive to exemplify lifelong learning for my students; it is when I am challenged that I am reminded of my young ones who are all learning new things.”

Students at one of Mrs. G’s many beach cleanup field trips.

Chew on This

Middle School teachers Annie Powell and Erika Sahlman joined forces to create a unique interdisciplinary unit for their eighth grade students. English and science classes learned about food—from its history, to its impact on our bodies, to how we are influenced to buy and eat certain foods, to new food movements. Powell’s English class read “Chew on This” by Eric Schlosser that “tells the fascinating, frightening truth about how the fast food industry has been feeding off children for generations.” Sahlman’s Human Biology class studied nutrition and what food does to the body. Students partnered up to research a “deep” question about food pertaining to nutrition, advertising, social effects, history, and more. They then presented their arguments in a 4–5 minute TED-style talk. The class topics ranged from, “What’s the Beef with Wagyu?,” to ”Diet Culture, Cut it out of Your Life.”

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Mr. E in his new classroom

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avid Echeverria, affectionately known to NYA students as Mr. E, moved over to a new teaching post in the Lower School. After 20 years (13 at NYA) teaching middle school history, Mr. E now teaches a room full of third graders. “I was looking for a new challenge and opportunities in my teaching career,” said Echeverria. “I knew I wanted to stay in the classroom and remain at NYA. The idea of being a homeroom teacher and getting to teach a variety of subjects really appealed to me.”

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The Lower School and Middle School buildings are on opposite ends of campus and worlds apart. “It was like my first year of teaching all over again. I was nervous, and did not know what to expect, but it has been a blast so far. Getting to work with this age group and teach multiple subjects has been great. The faculty in the Lower School are so supportive and helpful. The transition would not have been as smooth without all their help and advice.”

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“These are the first years of learning, the first years of brain development that lay the foundation for future education as well as inspire and foster children’s natural curiosities for learning,” NYA kindergarten teacher, KB Lavertu, explains. She’s been working in early childhood education for ten years, at NYA since 2018. Along with teaching certifications, she holds a Master’s Degree in Montessori Education from USM. “The moment I witnessed the inner workings of a Montessori classroom, I immediately fell in love,” she said.

Developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900’s, this method of teaching is based on hands-on learning, self-directed activity, and collaborative play. Teachers offer age-appropriate activities to guide the learning process.

KB created the Kindergarten Montessori Bridge Program at NYA and wrote the handbook for NYA’s kindergarten curriculum, where teachers bridge the gap between Montessori and the more traditional methods used in the upper grades. “This bridge is the path from the concrete work young children need toward more abstract learning that comes in first grade to PG.”

we instill a love for adventure and a pure love for learning that continues to motivate and empower children s creative energies toward all future learning

KB did not grow up with a Montessori education, but during her master’s program, she often thought, “Wow, if only I was taught math or language like this!” If she had experiences with tactile, concrete materials, she wonders how much easier she might have learned.

“By doing what we do, by following the children’s natural curiosities to move with autonomy and explore with their hands, we instill a love for adventure, and a pure love for learning that continues to motivate and empower children’s creative energies toward all future learning,” she explains. “It’s that ultimate cultivation for the love of learning.”

KB with Emme Daniel ‘32 and Dan Renyi ‘32

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Peter Sillin turned his hobby of baking in to NYA’s first Baking Club. The club meets once a month sharing confections and recipes of a predetermined theme. All the remaining goodies are sold at school lunches with 100% of the proceeds going to a charity of the club’s choosing.

Dr. George Philip LeBourdais ‘99 is a teacher, curator, and writer who is currently the Head of Partnerships at Polygence, an online research academy that connects high school students worldwide with academic experts and mentors to complete student-driven research projects. Students don’t have the pressure of grades while completing their projects, but they can earn college credit.

Polygence partners over 100 students a month with one of their over 2,000 available mentors.

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Last year, the NYA Kiva Team climbed into the top ten in total lending among school teams in the world! The NYA team has lent over $180,000 since the club’s inception in 2008 by NYA History Department Chair, Peter Sillin. The team has made 6,972 loans, enabling others from around the world to start or grow their businesses. If measured by the number of loans made, the NYA Kiva Team ranks seventh in the world for school teams. The NYA Kiva Club holds a few fundraisers on campus throughout the year to raise money to loan out $25 at a time. As the loans are repaid, the money is loaned out again. So far, the club has a 98% repayment rate, so the flow has continued to build. Kiva is an international nonprofit, with a mission to expand financial access to help underserved communities thrive by crowdfunding loans and unlocking capital for low-income entrepreneurs.

Dr. George Philip LeBourdais ‘99 A l u m n i

NYA Kiva Team Top Ten in the World for Microloans

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“It’s so gratifying to see students light up and discover their passions as they get ready for college,” said George Phillip, or “G.P.” as his friends call him. “Through their research projects and work with mentors, students are not only able to find their joy, they are also connected with other students who share their interests, which makes for a really enriching experience—academically, socially, and emotionally.”

Enrolled at NYA from seventh grade through his graduation in 1999, G.P. went on to earn a B.A. in Art History, French, and Italian (Cum Laude, College Scholar) from Middlebury College; a M.A. in History of Art & Architecture from Williams College and the Clark Art Institute; and his Ph.D. from Stanford in the History of Art & Architecture.

At NYA, G.P. was incredibly involved, describing himself as a “butterfly” who moved easily between his friends on the soccer and track teams, to his friends who he competed with at the All-State Music Festivals, and those who starred with him in NYA’s production of Bye, Bye, Birdie.

“At NYA, the teachers and coaches supported the diverse interests of my classmates and me,” said G.P. who went to join the crew team at Middlebury and earn a Fulbright Award to study at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland.

“During my time in AP Art History at NYA, we learned about art, history, politics, languages, creativity in one course—all things that I was passionate about,” remembered G.P. “That class, taught by Charlie Hudson, set me on a path to my future pursuits and guided a lot of my choices.

My time at NYA inspired me to go into education myself.”

Members of the Baking Club on cupcake day: Caitlin Michaelis ‘25, Asher Urbanic ‘24, Peter Sillin, Tyler Lacombe ‘25, and Caleb King ‘24

G.P. resides in California with his wife and two children. He is currently working on his MBA, and in his free time, enjoys cycling, hiking, and large format photography.

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YA announced plans to embark on a project to modernize and expand the Travis Roy Ice Arena. The Academy secured the largest gift in the school’s history, $4 million, from the Daniel family to support this transformational project.

“We are incredibly grateful to Frederique and Jarrod Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 for their vision, leadership, and generosity in making this project possible and in helping the school reimagine a facility that will better serve our community,” said Head of School, Ben Jackson.

“This is a historic moment for the Academy.”

NYA is working to raise $1 million toward the

$5 million project to support the addition of a new fitness and wellness center that will foster the holistic health of students. Under the same roof as the arena, the fitness center will include spaces for cardio and weight training, yoga, meditation, and social interaction, while the remade Travis Roy Ice Arena will enhance the hockey experience for players and spectators alike.

Tim Hebert P’25, P’27, owner of Hebert Construction, remarked, “In partnership with the Daniel family and NYA, we plan to transform the current Travis Roy Ice Arena into a modern performance sports facility celebrating NYA’s rich hockey history with an eye to the future of overall sports performance. We look forward to breaking ground on the project this spring.”

NYA Announces Plans to Remake Ice Arena and Add Fitness & Welln Secures $4 Million Gift—Largest in Academy’s History

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In December 2019, the NYA Board of Trustees approved the Strategic Vision 2020 Plan which articulates the importance of growing the endowment; supporting academic programs; and creating academic, athletic, and performing arts facilities to support those programs and to allow students and faculty to thrive. “This gift is incredibly impactful because it is far beyond a gift to hockey. It is an investment in our strategic vision that includes investing in the performing arts, growing the endowment, and adding innovative programs,” continued Jackson.

“At NYA, teamwork and the benefits of an active lifestyle are emphasized in the classroom, through athletics, and beyond,” said Trustee

Frederique Daniel. “With our gift, we hope students will continue to pursue healthy, active lifestyles, individually and with their teammates, with all the resources they need right at their fingertips. This new facility will be the epicenter for athletics, recreation, health, and wellness on campus.”

With our gift, we hope students will continue to pursue healthy, active lifestyles, individually and with their teammates, with all the resources they need right at their fingertips

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NYA will retain the name Travis Roy Ice Arena to honor the pride and distinction Travis Roy ’94 brought to the Academy.

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fter over 30 years, Nora Krainis will take her final bow at NYA at the end of this school year.

As NYA’s Vocal Music and Theatre Arts Director, she developed these programs and received statewide and national acclaim.

The American Choral Directors Association recognized her dedication to the arts in 2014 with the Choral Director of the Year honor and feature in Choral Director Magazine.

There’s nothing like it – it builds strong bonds and feeds the soul.”

She uses this same team philosophy to bridge arts and athletics in the most unique way.

Krainis has coached the NYA Girls Varsity Volleyball team for the past 16 years, and she’s made singing as much a part of daily practice

as sets and serves. The Panther volleyball team performs the Nation Anthem a capella before every home game. This beautiful act has grabbed the attention of opponents and local news outlets, and they are often asked to sing at away games as well. This has largely contributed to the program’s five MPA blue sportsmanship banners, four of which came in consecutive years.

“NYA has been my family for the past 30 years. Whether teaching sixth or seventh grade science, Middle or Upper School math, chorus, or coaching drama or volleyball, I have really enjoyed (and will miss) working with my colleagues and with the students,” reminisced Krainis.

“The woods would be very quiet if no birds sang there but those who sang best.” Every student of Nora’s knows this quote by Henry Van Dyke as it is printed prominently on the choral room wall. It is Nora’s mantra, and it sets the stage for every lesson at every level.

“Everyone can sing. Everyone,” said Krainis.

“You don’t have to be the best, or even good.

As a group, as a team, we all blend together to make a beautiful sound. There is a power in singing together that transcends all traditions, ethnicities, and socio-economic conditions.

For her dedication to North Yarmouth Academy, Nora Krainis deserves a standing ovation.

There’s nothing like it – it builds strong bonds and feeds the soul.

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NYA Drama had to keep the curtain closed and lights down in Safford for the winter drama season due to COVID-19 restrictions. But, the show must go on! So the young thespians created a sketch comedy show, NY-A Comedy Show, with help from an industry pro. Theater Arts teacher, Nora Krainis, called on long-time friend, Nick Bernstein, for guidance. Bernstein just happens to be Senior VP of Late Night Programming (West Coast) at ViacomCBS and the executive in charge of the Late Late Show with James Corden. Bernstein met virtually with the cast and crew throughout the process offering advice in writing, filming, comedic timing, and everything in between. He even filmed and edited a few of the sketches. The NY-A Comedy Show had titles like, “Keeping up with the Canadians,” “Substitute Todd,” and “Daughters of Power.” Nothing and no one was safe from the parodies that poked fun at everything from wellness screenings, campus-renowned Zani™ hand sanitizer, and the golf team. Visit NYA’s Vimeo page to watch the show.

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NYA Celebrates Art and Writing

A talented group of student artists and writers continue the tradition of impressive showings in the 2021 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

Bryce Curtis ’24 received a Gold Key for her short fiction, “Seeing Clearly.” Haley Hegarty ’24 earned her Gold Key with her short fiction, “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Love.” Madeline Prokopius ’24 won a Silver Key with her short fiction, “A White Blur.”

Taylor Hemenway: Hiding Octopus

In the art category, Taylor Hemenway ’21 and Sally Stronge ’23 each received two Honorable Mentions.

Hemenway, for her watercolor, “Finning,” and “Hiding Octopus” in charcoal. Stronge, for her acrylic painting, “Brothers,” and mixed media, “Catching a Miracle.”

Tallulah Im ’22 received one Honorable Mention for her drawing, “Still Life.”

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards is the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition initiative for creative teens.

Folk Tales for Fun!

Eva Cusano ’26, Tess Hogan ‘26, and Poppy Griffin ‘27 work the camera equipment.

Taylor Hemenway: Finning

Last spring, NYA Lower School drama performed Folk Tales for Fun by Carlos Perez in NYA’s black box theater. This multicultural play for young people takes the audience around the world with help from The Navigator, Decipher, and I Don’t Know. (That’s the character’s name. Really.) Five age-old folk tales from different corners of the world, separated by centuries, show how storytelling connects cultures and people more closely than we may first think. The talented cast included Lower School students of all ages!

Sally Stronge: Brothers

Maine All-State Music Festival

Four NYA student musicians represented the Academy at the Maine All-State Music Festival. Their video auditions were scored and ranked against high school musicians statewide. All-State ensembles participated in a virtual performance in May. NYA’s representatives included: BAND Hans-Erik Jerosch ‘24 (horn) Topher Prokopius ‘22 (tuba) ORCHESTRA Emily Greene ‘23 (violin) Madeleine Vaillancourt ‘22 (cello)

Sally Stronge: Catching a Miracle Talluah Im: Still Life Drawing

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NYA Middle School Students Win Book Award Tournament

Last December, a team of Middle School students won the Maine Student Book Award Tournament. They included Jackson Bartick ’26, Cocoe Haedrich ’26, Hadley Smith ’26, Victoria Wahlig ’26, and Genevieve Vaillancourt ’25, coached by Middle School English teacher, Ms. Anne Powell. The team was challenged to read all 40 Maine Book Award selections and compete in an online Kahoot! quiz tournament. The team worked their way from regional to state levels answering questions about the books on their path to victory.

Photo: Back row, left to right, Jackson Bartick, Hadley Smith, Genevieve Vaillancourt, and Ms. Anne Powell.

Front row, left to right, Cocoe Haedrich and Victoria Wahlig.

Congratulations to the four members of the class of 2021 – who were awarded a total of five Diplomas with Distinction:

Distinction in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math):

Camille J.M. Beaudoin Natalie W. Farrell Distinction in Outdoor and Environmental Leadership:

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ongratulation to seniors, Jack Schaeffer and Abby King, on their path towards National Merit Scholar status. Jack is currently a Semifinalist working towards the Finalist round.

Abby received a Commended Student Award in September 2021.

Since 1955, National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) seeks “to recognize and honor the academically talented students of the United States.”

ulations Distinction in Music, Performance, Entrepreneurship, and Community:

Jacquelyn S. Ellsworth Distinction in Social Advocacy:

Alaina S. Rauf ‘21

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his past year, NYA received certification as a United States Tennis Association (USTA) Net Generation School. Through a partnership with the USTA, which included a grant to support the construction of the new Poulin Family Tennis Courts, the Academy also received training programs, teaching and learning tools, rightsized equipment, and access to experts in an effort to introduce young people to the game of tennis.

Lower School physical education teacher, Heather Dean, and Upper School tennis coach, Lori Poulin P’22, used the Net Generation curriculum and equipment to teach tennis to students in kindergarten

to grade five. The USTA Net Generation Tennis format is about fitting tennis to kids based on age, physical size, and skill level. By using age appropriate court dimensions, equipment, net

heights, and scoring systems, coupled with a play component, kids will have more fun and success learning to play tennis.

“We are thrilled to have North Yarmouth Academy on board as a Net Generation school partner. There are countless physical and mental benefits of tennis, and we’re excited to introduce the lifetime sport to so many new students. Hopefully, we will see many of these players continue on with tennis well beyond school hours,” said Matt Olson, USTA New England Executive Director and COO.

The two schools have not battled since NYA joined the prep ranks in the 2004-05 season.

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he NYA Panthers and Blue Devils of Lewiston faced off on the ice for the first time in over 15 years this past winter. Interstate travel restrictions on school sports blew the whistle on a large majority of the boys and girls prep ice hockey schedules. With most NEPSAC (New England Preparatory School Athletic Council) opponents out of state, the list of competitors was reduced to in-state schools. However, Hebron Academy and Kents Hill School were closed campuses.

Berwick Academy called off games. Bridgton Academy, an all-boys school, could only fill spots in the boys schedule. Head boys hockey coach, Mike Warde, and his counterpart at Lewiston High School, Jamie Belleau, both looking to fill game schedules, seized the opportunity to reignite the once great rivalry.

The two schools have not battled since NYA joined the prep ranks in the 2004-05 season.

Since the last meeting between the boys teams, Lewiston continued to be a perennial powerhouse winning three of their nine trips to the Class A state championships.

The equally impressive Lewiston girls are the reigning Class A champs, and their only loss the previous two seasons came in the 2019 state championship game. NYA boys have taken the Holt Conference in 2019 and 2020. On the girls side, the Panthers have built a solid program claiming big tournament wins in the Pingree Cup. When the snow settled, the NYA boys took the W in all three meetings. The NYA girls skated to one win and a tie.

It was great to see this historic rivalry renewed!

NYA’s Matt Janiszewski ’21 at the boys game vs. Lewiston. Photo courtesy of Andree Kehn, Sun Journal. E-Beth Goodrich ‘21 on the ice for the girls varsity team.

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YA Athletic Director, Kelsy Ross, received the Past President Rising Star Award from the Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (MIAAA) this year. This is Kelsy’s third year at NYA, and during that time, she’s experienced some of the challenging times for school athletics in noted history. Her recognition is unquestionably deserved and applauded by the entire NYA community.

Congratulations, Kelsy!

Sensational Soccer!

Rising Star

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or the third consecutive season, NYA boys and girls varsity soccer teams were both Western Maine Conference champions! On November 6, both teams competed for the state Class D title, held in Presque Isle. The varsity boys team played a tough game but came up short, and the girls team capped off their undefeated season with a win to become Class D State Champions. Way to go, Panthers!

NYA Varsity Girls Soccer Team State Champions!

NYA Varsity Boys Soccer Team Western Maine Conference Champions

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Travis Roy: A Life & A Legacy

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ESN (New England Sports Network) visited NYA’s Travis Roy Ice Arena this summer to film “Travis Roy: A Life & A Legacy,” a documentary about the life of Travis Roy. NESN reporter, Justine Pourvelis, spoke with former NYA art teacher and department chair, Susan Myer Riley, about her relationship with Travis through art therapy. Myer Riley spent 22 years at NYA and taught Roy while he was a student. The two reconnected after Roy’s accident for weekly art lessons, where Travis learned to hold a paintbrush in his mouth. The two displayed work together in the NYA Curtis Gallery in 2012. The documentary should be out early this winter.

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liver Wahlstrom ‘19 is in his second full year in the National Hockey League with the New York Islanders and one of the team’s points leaders so far in the 2021–2022 season. The NHL rising star attended NYA from fifth to seventh grade, and memories of NYA run deep. Everything from Mr. Daigle’s breakfast sandwiches and churros to accidentally breaking Mrs. Krainis’s window with a lacrosse ball. Aside from antics with friends, whom he still keeps in contact with today, he gives the teachers and staff full credit for the support he received. “I was never good at presentations; I would always get nervous. The faculty at NYA helped me develop as an all-around student.

I felt comfortable leaving and trying a new challenge. Now, there’s a lot of media, a lot of interviews, and it’s all about how you carry yourself on and off the ice. What I started at a young age with NYA, it’s helping a lot right now,” he said.

The Academy was more than a stop on a greater path to Wahlstrom. It was and is a piece of home, “The culture was awesome. It was just an awesome community and a great place to grow up and develop as a human being. NYA is a special place for me and my family and will always have a place in my heart.”

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YA art students in every grade have the fortune of learning from successfully practicing artists. Christa Mecham in the Lower School, Andrew Cook in Middle School, and Colby Myer in the Upper School are active artists with their own studios and demand for their work. Blending that with their zeal for teaching and ability to inspire makes for a masterpiece.

“It’s important to be an artist while teaching students art because I am constantly surrounded and involved in all aspects of art,” said Mecham.

“I frequently become inspired by how other artists all over the world create new and unique art. Seeing what others do, and knowing that anything is possible in the world of creating, is such a joy. My hope is that my knowledge and understanding of the many different techniques, mediums, and ways to create a work of art always encourages my students to make their own.”

Block-printed cards inspired by the nature and the coast of Maine where she grew up are what Mecham is best known for.

She enjoys painting with acrylic and watercolor but has a love of silkscreen printing on paper and fabrics.

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art[ist] teachers “I enjoy including detail in my pieces, as well as teaching it, which is an art all on its own! I very much enjoy being an artist and being able to teach my craft and skills to my students.

I find it’s the best job in the world to do.”

Mecham’s work can be found in local shops like Lisa-Marie’s Made in Maine or online at cardsbychrista.com.

The breakthroughs, the successes, and the ahha moments make teaching art a worthwhile and really fun profession.”

Cook has become known as “The Lobster Artist” up and down the coast of New England. His prints such as “Buoy Pile” & “Long Island Blue Sea Glass” are iconic in the region. Visit lobsteringisanart.com, and you will see exactly why.

Andrew Cook was the ultra-creative kid who had no idea why creativity escaped so many others. He blamed schools for not teaching every student that art is in us all. “I wanted to change and teach young minds that they were more than capable of being creative before they convinced themselves they could not even draw a stick figure,” said Cook. “Teaching art to Middle School students is inspiring, exciting, and rejuvenating. Artists run to our studio with ideas pouring out of each one. I teach that you cannot create artwork wrong, and no one can create a work of art the way they do. With each new class we explore, discover, fail, and try again. We learn from one another, and share our thoughts and concepts freely without worrying about ridicule or negativity.”

Myer’s subjects include birds, deer, and the human form. His most notable works are scenes of aspen trees. “My style is representational with a touch of magical realism. I try to paint the essence of a place and give my audience a unique perceptual experience.” His more recent works are experiments with gold leafed surfaces mixed with thick impasto strokes in an effort to synthesize the two mediums and build a multitextural surface.

It’s a two-way street in Mr. Cook’s room. In his third year at NYA, the enthusiastic art students have rekindled his interests in other areas of art. “Teaching art has allowed me to revisit mediums I had not touched in decades, pushing ideas and concepts in directions I never would have thought I was capable of. Working alongside artists generates a sense of wonder, an energy that fuels our decision and mark making.

Colby is represented

by Pando Fine Art (pandofineart. com) in Park City, Utah where there is a growing market for his work.

“It is important to be passionate about the things you teach,” said Colby Myer. “I like to lead by example. I always keep a piece or two in progress in the NYA art studio so I can show students that I am working through the same things they are. It helps connect me to them.”

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| Events

Homecoming and Reunion at NYA

“Come Home to NYA” weekend, September 17–22, included Homecoming and Reunion festivities, the Edgar F. White ’38 Athletic Hall of Fame induction, Steve Morris Golf Tournament, Head of School Dinner, and New Parent Welcome Reception. The events kicked off with the Athletic Hall of Fame induction of Serrene Karkos Gagnon ’85, and NYA’s Panther, created by David Tamminen ’52, followed by a luncheon. In attendance was one of our oldest living alumni, George Stone ’41. On Saturday, the 19th Annual Steve Morris Golf Tournament took place at Toddy Brook Golf Course. Thank you to all who sponsored, played, or assisted with this event. We look forward to next year’s 20th anniversary!

Athletic Hall of Fame recipients, David Tamminen ’52 and Serrene Karkos Gagnon ’85

alumni Juanita and Harry ’47 Storer with Bob Chamberlain ’50

At the Head of School Dinner, Head of School Ben Jackson; Trustee James Cabot ’98, P’30, P’32, P’36; Trustee Lori Poulin P’22; Tori Baron P’21; Tim Hebert P’25, P’27; and Board President Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 Dan Norris ’76, Mike Avery ’77, Chris Bragg ’77, and Ross Cudlitz ’75

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Following the golf tournament, we held an alumni happy hour at Maine Craft Distilling.

In collaboration with the Parents’ Association, the New Parent Welcome Reception was held over the weekend. This gathering was an opportunity for new and returning parents to meet and learn about volunteering at NYA. The Head of School Dinner celebrates leadership and philanthropy, and this year’s event honored Tim Hebert P’25, P’27 and Tori Baron P’21 with Proud Panther awards in celebration of their service and commitment to NYA. The Fasold Award was presented to James Cabot ’98, P’30, P’32, P’36 in recognition of his service on the Board, the Alumni Association Leadership Council, and efforts to move the Academy forward through his service and his support of NYA. The Cupola Award was presented to Lori Poulin P’22 in recognition of her service on the Board, support of the Academy and its mission, her work to bring the USTA Net Generation to NYA, and her time volunteering to teach tennis to NYA’s K–5 students and coaching varsity and junior varsity tennis.

NYA foursome Liam Anderson ’08, Andrew Gendron ’09, Calvin Chicoine ’09 and Nate Major ’08

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The Merrill family at the Soirée: Linc Merrill ’79, P ’04, P ’06; Tara Merrill ’04; Kim Merrill P ’04, P ’06; Kate Merrill ’09; and Chelsey Merrill ’06

NYA Soirée

The 37th Annual NYA Soirée was a tremendous success. On Friday, June 4, more than 300 people joined the gathering in person under the tent to celebrate. $280,448 was raised through the auction, sponsorships, paddle raise, and gifts. These funds are being used to honor the NYA faculty—investing in their professional development, providing resources, and broadening opportunities available to students.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this event.

Head of School, Ben Jackson, speaks to the NYA community

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NYA parent and trustee Chris Lorenz; NYA alumnus, parent, and trustee James Cabot ’98; NYA Head of School and parents Ben and Amity Jackson; and NYA parent Dewey Mote

Upper School students perform under the direction of Ian Ramsey

Lissa von Brecht King ‘02 and Ben King, Emily Griffin ‘02, and Margaret LeBlanc ‘02

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Quinn and Betsy Mills with granddaughter, Harper Fremont-Smith ’23

Middle School chorus performs for Grandparents’ Day

Ian Ramsey, Pierce Manchester ‘20, Ellie Hilscher ‘20, Kate Hilscher ‘16, and Deb Hilscher at the Soirée

Middle and Upper School Grandparents’ Day

NYA welcomed over 250 Middle and Upper School grandparents and guests to campus under a large event tent on Denney Field. Grandparents enjoyed time with their grandchildren, student musical performances, senior speeches, science demonstrations, and a video glimpse into the NYA classrooms. Lower School Grandparents’ Day will take place on May 13, 2022, so please save the date!

Skip Auten and Gail Wilson with granddaughter, Emma Renyi ’29

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| Panther Pride

Dr. Sagaree Sengupta—NYA’s Renaissance Woman

English teacher and writing coach, Dr. Sagaree Sengupta came to NYA in 2018.

Poetry, fiction, and literary translations are just part of her creative talents.

Born in West Bengal, she left India for Nova Scotia at age eight, and at ten, her family moved to Athens, Georgia, where her geologist father was on the faculty at the University of Georgia. In 1968 Athens, she experienced firsthand newly integrated schools, and having to explain that she wasn’t black or white, she was brown—Indian.

Gretchen Bergill joins NYA as Director of College Counseling

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YA’s new Director of College Counseling, Gretchen Bergill, hit the ground running this fall with 48 members of the Class of 2022 looking for guidance on their college search process. Gretchen has vast experience and was more than ready for the job! Prior to joining NYA, she served as the Director of College Counseling at Kents Hill School. Prior to her tenure at Kents Hill, Gretchen served as Associate Director of College Counseling for 13 years at Phillips Exeter Academy. She also served as Director of College Counseling at the Sage Ridge School in Reno, NV. Gretchen earned a B.A. in American Studies and French from Colby College. She began her career working as an Assistant Dean of Admission at Colby. “I’ve wanted to work at NYA since my long ago days as an admissions officer at Colby so it’s exciting to Alpine American be here, and it’s been ta es-e Sengup e crocus

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During the pandemic, she resolved to use her many journals to draw. “I decided to draw one object every day—little tiny things—as a discipline.” Always a doodler, she found it calming, and she continues to draw daily. She now has beautiful books, and an Instagram account, spilling with work.

Sagaree’s mother is a selftaught artist, and Sagaree was encouraged to work with her hands. “We always made things ourselves out of what we had in the house— Christmas cards, etc.” She taught herself to sew at age 12 and was constantly experimenting. Her parents were a big cultural influence.

Her house flowed with art, music, and science.

A true academic, she has degrees from Cornell; the University of Wisconsin, Madison; and the University of Pennsylvania, She’s published original work, lectured, translated literature, and discovered a love for teaching. She’s taught courses in South Asian poetry, literature, and history as well as Bhakti, Urdu, and Hindi readings, and more.

In this fall’s creative writing class at NYA, the entire semester is creating poetry. Next semester will be fiction. She said it’s better for the brain this way—instead of sampling a sensory art like poetry.

In addition to drawing, Sagaree continues to write.

“I’m writing poetry right along with the students in my class,” she said.

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NYA Receives Anonymous $400,000 to Support Character Development and Service

Betsy Tomlinson, NYA’s Director of Character Education and Leadership

NYA received an anonymous gift of $400,000 to create and support a character and service initiative. The initiative includes a new director of character education and leadership position to provide an over-arching strategy for the Academy’s service and community engagement activities across all divisions. Using NYA’s core community values as a compass, the goal is for students to develop skills and reflect on volunteerism.

The program aims to encourage growth and resilience while building confidence, courage, empathy, and an appreciation for social responsibility.

Respect Honesty Perseverance Compassion Responsibility Thank you to the Parents’ Association for all they do for NYA. NYA PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION OFFICERS Patrick Cannon, President, P’22 Tom Kirby, Vice President, P’28, P’30 Dewey Mote, Treasurer, P’29, P’31 Sarah Kirby, Secretary, P’28, P’30 Danielle King, Upper School Coordinator, P ’22, P’24 Erin Houghton, Middle School Coordinator, P’28 Jess Lynch, Lower School Coordinator, P’29, P’31 Christine Byrne, Volunteer Coordinator, P’23, P’27

“In our own children, NYA created a foundation for lifelong learning through shared community experiences, hands-on learning, and relationship building,” said the anonymous benefactors. “In a world where respect, honesty, and compassion are so needed, we wanted to ensure the NYA faculty had the support and resources needed to continue their important work in this area.”

David Griswold ’03 Helps the NYA Environmental Club

David Griswold ‘03 helped the NYA Environmental Club complete their goal of converting the entire campus to LED lighting.

Griswold is the author of the children’s book, “Fur & Feather Stand Together,” a story of a puffin and a polar bear who join forces with their community to save the ice that is melting around them. In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, 2021, Griswold donated copies of his book to all who contribute $50 or more to NYA’s LED conversion. On Earth Day, Griswold met virtually with NYA Lower and Middle School classes to offer a lesson on protecting our environment.

“Dealing with climate change requires each of us to take the steps we can locally and individually to reduce our carbon footprint,” explained Griswold.

“But now, more than ever, we also need to activate the hearts and minds of those in our community to take collective action. I am so excited to get to participate in NYA’s efforts to do both as we take action together this Earth Day.”

Betsy Tomlinson will lead this program, providing the over-arching strategy for the Academy’s leadership, service, and community engagement activities.

She most recently served as Director of Communications at Alford Lake Camp, an all-girls summer camp in Hope, Maine, and she spent many years at Loomis Chaffee, an independent school in Windsor, Connecticut.

“I’m excited to work with the whole school community to focus on character and leadership education,” said Betsy.

Screen shots of the Zoom meeting with David Griswold ‘03 and Danielle Barschdorf’s class

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| Philanthropy

Record Year for Giving to NYA

Giving to the Academy Fund Reaches $297,097

The Academy Fund provides vital support for faculty, financial aid, student programming, the arts, athletics, campus improvements, and operations—making an immediate, tangible difference in the lives of NYA students.

Over $230,000 in Gifts to the Endowment

At NYA, making an endowed gift is one of the most powerful ways to have a lasting impact.

Endowment gifts support students, faculty, and programs, driving progress for centuries. Last fiscal year, over $230,000 was contributed to endowed funds.

A Message from the Director of Development Greetings from NYA, Each year, alumni, parents, students, grandparents, staff, faculty, and friends play a vital role in furthering NYA’s mission through their gifts of time and resources to the Academy.

In the pages that follow, we gratefully acknowledge the hundreds of people who invested $1,217,309 in the fiscal year 2021.

This inspiring show of support helped us to bring students to campus for full-time, in-person learning safely in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and allowed faculty members to creatively adapt their teaching and learning in response to ever-changing global circumstances.

Even in a year unlike any other, NYA students found success in the classroom, on the playing field, in the studio, and in the lab. We are exceptionally grateful to every community member whose support—in the form of time, energy, connection, or philanthropy—made this experience possible. Thank you!

This Report of Gifts recognizes every graduate, parent, faculty and staff member, friend, grandparent, foundation, and every company that supported NYA in the 2020–2021 fiscal year.

With gratitude, Jennifer Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 Director of Development P: (207) 847-5429 E: jrichard@nya.org

An endowment gift is a donation that is given with the intent to preserve the original value of the gift, and to grow it over time. The donated funds are held in perpetuity and invested, and only the income from the investment is used to fund an annual distribution. The annual distribution is spent according to the donor’s wishes. Through this dedicated stream of income, an endowment gift ensures the stability of a scholarship, faculty support, or program forever.

Due to the generosity of benefactors and strategic investment management, the Academy’s endowment continues to grow.

NYA Soirée

In total, $276,705 was raised at the 37th Annual NYA Soirée through the auction, corporate sponsorships, paddle raise, and gifts. These funds are being used to honor the dedication and excellence of the NYA faculty—investing in their professional development, providing added classroom resources, and broadening the educational opportunities available to NYA students.

Another Record-Breaking Year for Show Your Love

Your participation matters! During the Show Your Love giving challenge in March 2021, 564 members of the NYA community made gifts to help unlock a $10,000 gift from Allen ’60 and Vicki Bornheimer GP’31. Also during the campaign, James ’98 and Courtney Anson ’98 Garrett; Nathan Isaacson ’06, Linc ’75, Tara ’04, and Chelsey ’06 Merrill; Hugh Robbins ’99 and the Gerritys—Peter ’05, Henry ’07, Lucy ’09, and Charles ’12 challenged young alumni (grads 2000–2020) to make a gift. Together, the alumni group offered $8,000 if 80 young alumni made a gift. When the challenge ended, 89 young alumni had participated. Together, we shattered goals and raised $69,928 for NYA!

Campus-Wide LED Conversion Spurred by Student Environmental Club

Together with their faculty advisor, the NYA Environmental Club works to increase awareness of environmental issues among the NYA community and encourage better stewardship of natural resources and the environment. In 2019, Environmental Club student leaders proposed a campus-wide conversion to LED lighting. LED technology consumes less power, reduces greenhouse and carbon dioxide emission, and generates less heat while also offering dramatic savings. In the fall of 2020, NYA received over $23,000 in gifts to support a campus-wide conversion to LED lighting. Thanks to this generous support, all buildings on campus have made the switch from halogen and incandescent lighting to LED.

Opportunity & Excellence Fund Created to Help Students Succeed

Last year, NYA created the Opportunity and Excellence Fund to ensure students from every socioeconomic background can fully benefit from the transformative NYA experience. The Fund reduces financial barriers that might prevent students from accessing the range of activities and opportunities available at NYA, including support of academic tutoring, health service, needbased financial aid, participation in service projects, transportation, dining, activity fees, and emergency needs. More than $15,000 in gifts to the Opportunity and Excellence Fund last year allowed our entire community to grow, learn, and thrive.

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giving to 2020–2021

NYA Historical Philanthropy $1,800,000.00

$1,600,000.00

$1,400,000.00

$1,200,000.00

Thank You Volunteers NYA gains strength from the dedicated volunteers whose gifts of time and energy make a substantial contribution to the Academy. Each year, NYA is fortunate to benefit from alumni, parents, grandparents, students, trustees, and friends who volunteer thousands of hours collectively to enrich the NYA experience for all.

To learn how to get involved, contact Jennifer Richard at jrichard@nya.org.

$1,000,000.00

$800,000.00

$600,000.00

$400,000.00

$200,000.00

$0.00

2011-12

2012-13

2013-14

2014-15

Annual AcademyFund Fund

2015-16

2016-17

Auction/Soiree Mission Item

2017-18

2018-19

2019-20

2020-2021

Other/Restricted

$297,097

Academy Fund

$276,705 Soirée

$236,303 Endowment

Total Gifts by Designation

$1,217,309

$209,521

Academic Programs

$90,191

Bicentennial Learning Commons

$64,000 Athletics

$23,558

LED Conversion

$15,984

Financial Aid

$3,950 Arts

GIFTS

Alumni: Trustees & $68,625 Former Trustees Trustees & Former Trustees: Faculty/Staff/ $58,255 Friends/Other s Granparents: Grandparents

$56,112

Parents of Alumni: Alumni $51,338 Parents Parents: Parents

$32,300

Faculty/Staff/Friends/Others: Alumni

$30,467

Total Gifts to the Academy Fund by Donor Type

$297,097

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leadership giving

NYA is deeply grateful to those who support the vision of excellence for the Academy and set an example through their philanthropy. The Leadership Giving list recognizes alumni, parents, friends, grandparents, and others who made leadership gifts from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $50,000+ Anonymous *

LEGACY CIRCLE $25,000–$49,999 Nick & Jessie Alberding P’18, P’21 * Alice Ingraham GP’28, GP’30 * Mark & Sue Kowlzan P’29 Case & Gail Lynch GP’29, GP’31 *

HERITAGE CIRCLE $15,000–$24,999

James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Martha Barrett & Stephen Malcom P’15, P’17 * Lincoln ’75 & Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 * Lori & Christopher Poulin P’22 * Travis Roy ’94 * Drs. Holly & Lee Thibodeau P’21, P’25 * Rob & Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 *

BENEFACTOR’S CIRCLE $10,000–$14,999

Gary & Laura Bergeron P’22 * Allen ‘60 & Victoria Bornheimer GP’31 * Patriot Insurance Company * Peter & Deirdre Quesada P’12, P’17 * Eric & Laura Schaeffer P’19, P’22 * Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 *

ACADEMY CIRCLE $5,000–$9,999

Anonymous * Richard & Debra Abbondanza P’04* Robert & Ann Billings P’20 * Garrett & Janet Bowne P’09, P’11 * Alexander ‘01 & Anne-Marie Cabot * Paul Kelley GP’19, GP’22, GP’24 * Christopher & MaryBeth Lorenz P’28, P’30 * Walter & Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 * Nelson & Elizabeth Mead P’11, P’13 * New England Specialty Stone * Anne Snow & Peter Robbins P’22, P’25 * Dr. James Schutz GP’23, GP’24 * Craig & Sue Wright P’28 *

FOUNDER’S CIRCLE $1,814–$4,999

Anonymous * David & Laura Argitis P’20 * Walter & Gayle Barschdorf GP’27, GP’29 * Dr. Carrine Burns & Dr. Peter Bouman P’25, P’27 * Ken & Giuia Grady P’20, P’26 Harvard Pilgrim Health Care * Michael & Lisa Hebert P’09, P’12 Timothy & Melissa Hebert P’27, P’25 Hebert Construction Gary & Elaine Hemenway GP’14, GP’19, GP’21 * Michael & Kelly Ianno P’11, P’13 * Benjamin & Amity Jackson P’21, P ‘22, P’26 * Chris Kelley Knickerbocker Group, Inc. * Scott & Barbara Marr P’17 * David & Libby Swinton Millar P’27, P’30 * Robert & Julie Moss P’04, P’05, P’09 * Drew ‘89 & Alexa Oestreicher * Old Port Sea Grill & Raw Bar * Frank & Deborah Pecoraro GP’24 * Yvon & Jacqueline Pellerin P’86, P’89, P’92, GP’20, GP’24, GP’25 * James & Polly Pierce GP’36 * Bruce Poliquin P’09 * John & Jennifer Humphreys ‘88 Rohde P’22, P’23, P’25 Schaeffer Douglas Title, LLC Theodore ‘60 & Sharon Libby ‘61 Sharp * Hilary Rapkin & William Stiles P’23 * G. Robert & JoAnn A. Tod GP’20, GP’25 * Toshiba America Foundation Caroline Olmstead Wallach ‘95 & Scott Wallach * Jay & Jennifer Yilmaz P’19, P’22, P’24 *

HEAD OF SCHOOL’S CIRCLE $1,000–$1,813

Scott & Chia Albin P’24, P’27 Ananda Fund * Jessica Estes & Steve Arnold P’25 Deborah Strachan & Stephan Bachelder P’02, P’04 * Margaret Limm & Dana Bartone P’17 *

honor roll of donors

Bates Mill Dermatology, PLLC * Deane ‘53 & Thelma Bornheimer * James Brown ‘88 Colin Bumby ‘00 * Shawn & Kristin Casey P’24, P’25 * John & Ronni-Jo Carpenter P’06, P’09 * CCS Fundraising David & Lynne Champoux P’07, P’10 * Holly Mitchell & William Chapman III P’16, P’19 James & Judity Christie GP’28, GP’30 Coastal Landscape Construction & Snow Services * Craig & Kristin Coleman P’13, P’15, P’19, P’24 * Ellen Corson P’20 * Timothy & Laurie Coughlin GP’20, GP’25 William & Melissa Curtis P’23, P’24 * John ’66 & Betsy Cussen * Grant & Judith Dinmore GP’23, GP’24 * Thomas & Anne Echeverria GP’34 * Cory ‘96 & Lyndie Fasold * Margaret J. Fenderson P’81, P’84, GP’14 Heidi & David Fitz P’98, P’05 * Paul & Carol Fremont-Smith GP’23, GP’26 Thomas & Leandra Fremont-Smith P’23, P’26 Brian Gagne ‘98 Jose & Diana Garcia P’07, P’14 * James ‘98 & Courtney Anson ‘98 Garrett * Peter & Marie Gerrity P’05, P’07, P’09, P’12 * Albert & Candace Gibbons GP’22 Dr. Donald & Arline Gove P’81, P’82, P’83, P’85 * HM Payson Hopkinson & Abbondanza * Joshua & Erin Houghton P’28 * Susan Kepes & F. Alan Hull P’16 Nathan ‘06 & Alison Hiler Isaacson * Glenn & Jenna Jonsson P’21 Kevin & Theresa Kelley P’94, P’96 * Melissa Kelley Joshua Kelton ‘06 * Edward & Kristyne Kloza GP’25, GP’28, GP’34 Gloria Lathrop GP’19, GP’21 * Eric & Katharine Leinwand P’25

John & Shelley Linscott P’31, P’35, P’38 Bruce McClenahan GP’26 Richard & Carolyn McGoldrick P’01, GP’24 Daniel Melnick ‘01 Warren Miskell P’15, P’18 * Jess Lynch & Peter Mote P’29, P’31 * Deborah & Peter Murray P‘98 New England Touchless Car Wash Peter & Lynn Noyes P’01, P’03, P’05 Daniel & Jane O’Halloran P’16 * Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates, P.A. * Pat’s Pizza of Yarmouth * Payroll Management, Inc. * Dimitrios Pilitsis ‘06 * Pine Capital, LLC Sam ‘03 & Caitlin Reiche Riley Insurance Agency * Chiharu Katayama & David Rines P’16 * Thomas & Jennifer Roderick P’23 Michael & Priscilla Savage P’88, P’90 * Her Honour Vaughn Schofield GP’23, GP’27 Dr. Lelan Sillin GP’18, GP’21 * Silver Street Group LLC * Katharine Slack P’11 * Andrew & Catriona Sangster P’16 * Bruce & Marilyn Soper GP’25 Dana & JoAn Street P’24 * David & Jennifer Talmadge P’28, P’30 Hall & Deborah Thompson P’88, P’90, GP’23, GP’24 * Tom Moulton Paving & Construction * Dana ‘80 & Elizabeth Twombly P’09, P’12 * Charles & Catherine von Brecht P’02, P’05 * Camp Wawenock Eric ‘85 & Tracy Weinrich * James & Zaidee Winton ‘66 * Yarmouth Boat Yard, Inc. *

MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation Facebook, Inc. Morgan Stanley Thrivent Financial Foundation Unum Group

During the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, the following benefactors helped to strengthen NYA through their gifts. Thank you for your investment in NYA. Alumni

13% Participation Class of 1947 Millard Crossett ‘47 * Class of 1950 Gleynn ‘50 & Sandra Brooks Jr. * Class of 1952 Susan Macdonald Campbell ‘52 * Class of 1953 Deane G. ‘53 & Thelma E. Bornheimer * Diana Morse-Allen ‘53, P’88 * Class of 1954 Gordon S. ‘54 & Judith Stiles ‘54 David ‘54 & Dorothy Selleck ‘54 *

Class of 1957 Judith Scott Jones ‘57 * Class of 1959 John J. ‘59 & Susan Saunders Class of 1960 Allen ‘60 & Victoria Bornheimer GP’31 * Theodore ‘60 & Sharon Libby ‘61 Sharp * Class of 1961 Nazaire G. ‘61 & Judy LeBlanc * Theodore ‘60 & Sharon Libby ‘61 Sharp * Merrill Barker Chapin ‘61 Richard L. Wile ‘61 Class of 1962 Edgar ‘62 & Laurie Curtis P’93, P’95, P’97 *

*Three or more years of consecutive giving to North Yarmouth Academy

William ‘62 & Alana Lord ‘62 Dugan * Class of 1963 J. Nicholas Burns ‘63 * Robert S. True ‘63 * Leslie Seymour Wears ‘63 Class of 1964 N. Rich ‘64 & Laura Lindquist P’99, P’02 * Class of 1965 John B. Branson ‘65 * Robert L. Crane ‘65 Thomas A. & Dianne McHugh ‘65 Class of 1966 John E. ‘66 & Betsy Cussen * James ‘66 & Zaidee Winton

Bruce B. Brown, Jr. ‘66 David E. Mullare ‘66 * Richard D. Samuelson ‘66 * Class of 1967 David L. Mitchell ‘67 * Class of 1968 William Hart ‘68 * Thomas C. ‘68 & Holly McKenny * Class of 1969 Robert M. ‘69 & Carolyn McClay Robert B. Colby ‘69 Paul J. Maggiore ‘69 Class of 1971 John A. Cullati ‘71 *

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Thomas E. ‘71 & Kathy LaMountain-Johnson * Class of 1972 Benjamin Davis ‘72 Michael L. Shea ‘72 * Capt. William VanVoorhis ‘72 Class of 1973 Jonathan H. Glasson ‘73 Jon Johansen ‘73 Class of 1974 Ross Cudlitz ‘74 & Donna Albury * Class of 1975 Lincoln ‘75 & Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 * Kenneth Wadness ‘75 Class of 1977 Christopher S. Bragg ‘77 Lisa A. Parker ‘77 * Robert ‘77 & Karen Swenson * Class of 1978 Ann Woodworth Ellis ‘78 Class of 1979 Garry W. ‘79 & Julia Hallee * Class of 1980 Dana ‘80 & Elizabeth Twombly P’09, P’12 * John Leonard ‘80 * Class of 1981 Burnett M. Hansen ‘81 * Gaetano & Phebe Royer ‘81 Quattrucci P’18 * Maria Gove Tringale ‘81 Stephen H. Whittier ‘81 * Class of 1983 Jane Ellyn Hamilton ‘83 * Class of 1984 Margaret Fenderson ‘84 * D. Roderick Pendleton ‘84 Class of 1985 Ralph Wellman Brewer II ‘85 * Richard McIntosh & Desiree Pullen ‘85 Merritt P’21 * Eric ‘85 & Tracy Weinrich * Class of 1988 John & Jennifer Humphreys ‘88 Rohde P’22, P’23, P’25 * Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 * Elizabeth Allen ‘88 * James P. Brown ‘88 Elizabeth Claffey McEvoy ‘88 * Caroline Kendrick Orrison ‘88 Alan L. Ramsdell, II ‘88 Class of 1989 Shawn & Heidi ‘89 Gepfert P’20, P’24 * Drew ‘89 & Alexa Oestreicher * Sven Fahlgren ‘89, P’25 Class of 1990 Ellen Benson ‘90 * Sunil Nayak ‘90 Joel H. Thompson ‘90 * Class of 1991 Andrew ‘91 & Ann Hayes * Burton Knapp ‘91 * Peter J. Latvis ‘91 * Jason R. Luce ‘91 Edward J. Mahar ‘91 Andrew & Gina Place ‘91 * Class of 1992 Andrew ‘93 & Lisa Pellerin ‘92 Taylor P’25 * Timothy W. Kendrick ‘92 * Alison Roper Mazzola ‘92 * Class of 1993 Benjamin & Elizabeth Curtis ‘93 Horowicz * Andrew ‘93 & Lisa Pellerin ‘92 Taylor P’25 * Jeffrey Townes ‘93 * Class of 1994 Jay ‘94 & Julie Flower * Doug & Edith Webster ‘94 Naegele * David Case LeClair ‘94 Class of 1995 Caroline Olmstead Wallach ‘95 & Scott Wallach *

Class of 1996 Cory ‘96 & Lyndie Fasold * Daniel & Rachel Levine ‘96 Ziminski P’27 Allison Felix Huke ‘96 Class of 1997 Jim Wilkerson & Christina ‘97 Cinelli Johanna Coyle ‘97 * Matt Greason ‘97 * Alysa Curtis Porter ‘97 * Class of 1998 James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * James ‘98 & Courtney Anson ‘98 Garrett * Brian Gagne ‘98 Michael & Heather Graul ‘98 Geoghan P’28 * Patrick M. Newell ‘98 Jared V. Rand ‘98 Chad Wittman ‘98 Class of 1999 George Briggs ‘99 * Tanya Hamilton ‘99* Patia Maule ‘99 * Briana O’Hare Laurence ‘99 * Stuart Poole ‘99 Hugh-John Robbins ‘99 & Carrie Mathers-Suter * Jacqlyn Young ‘99 * Class of 2000 Colin Bumby ‘00 * Emily Clark O’Meara ‘00 * Class of 2001 Alexander ‘01 & Anne-Marie Cabot * Brian ‘01 & Meghan McGoldrick ‘01 Stornelli * Parker Adams ‘01 Daniel Melnick ‘01 Katherine Mueller Trimble ‘01 Christopher Weimer ‘01 Class of 2002 Hayley Anson ‘02 Elizabeth Bachelder ‘02 & David Messinger * Roscoe Bishop ‘02 * Christine Clough ‘02 * Emily Griffin ‘02 Ben & Elisabeth von Brecht ‘02 King * Margaret LeBlanc ‘02 Michael & Ashley Spicer Moody ‘02, P’25, P’29 Erik Piasio ‘02 * Class of 2003 Christopher Bixby ‘03 * Jeanethe Falvey ‘03 Brittany Hosmer Longoria ‘03 * Kyle Rancourt ‘03 * Sam ‘03 & Caitlin Reiche Class of 2004 Catherine Abbondanza ‘04 Thomas Austin ‘04 Julia Bachelder ‘04 * Daniel Bartlett ‘04 Christopher Curran ‘04 Matthew Curran ‘04 * Chris & Molly Myer ‘04 Davis * Reed Holden ‘04 Tara Merrill ‘04 * Roberta Dennison Navarro ‘04 Class of 2005 Charles ‘05 & Heather Fear * Peter ‘05 & Julia Gerrity * Andrew Mueller ‘05 Ryan & Molly Moss ‘05 Stokes Jim & Catherine von Brecht ‘05 Werner * Class of 2006 Brian Chin ‘06 Harry Hanson ‘06 * Sara Hyde-Sanford ‘06 Nathan I. ‘06 & Alison Hiler Isaacson * Joshua Kelton ‘06 * Peter Lowell ‘06 Chelsey Merrill ‘06 * Millicent Moon ‘06

Katherine Gribbel Oberg ‘06 * Dimitrios Pilitsis ‘06 * Parker Swenson ‘06 * Class of 2007 Erin Crowley-Champoux & Alexander Champoux-Crowley ‘07 * Zachery ‘07 & Meghan Garcia * Colin Geiger ‘07 Henry Gerrity ‘07 Grace Hyndman ‘07 * Andrew & Fenna Robbins ‘07 Love Choul Ngoal ‘07 * Wesley Norton ‘07 * Russell Simms ‘07 Class of 2008 Marion Leslie Akie ‘08 * Caroline Anson ‘08 * Taylor Gorman ‘08 & Alison Carpenter ‘09 * Alexandra Noyes ‘08 * Alexander Pilitsis ‘08 * Class of 2009 Calum Barnes ‘09 * Garrett Bowne V ‘09 Taylor Gorman ‘08 & Alison Carpenter ‘09 * Victor Churchill ‘09 Elizabeth Clemetson ‘09 Peter Hyndman ‘09 Cayla Marvil ‘09 Christopher Meixell ‘09 Kate Merrill ‘09 Lucy Gerrity Newton ‘09 & Richard Newton * Cameron Smith ‘09 Class of 2010 Madeleine Beasley ‘10 Hilary Gibson ‘10 * Emily Mitchell ‘10 Henry Sterling ‘10 * Class of 2011 Frances Leslie ‘11 * Class of 2012 Hillary Detert ‘12 Charles Gerrity ‘12 Hadley Gibson ‘12 * Evan Kendall ‘12 Class of 2013 Jennifer Brown ‘13 * Matthew Hawkins ‘13 * Mallory Ianno ‘13 * Emma Laprise ‘13 * Class of 2014 Jillian Bjorn-Caron ‘14 * Sydney Garcia ‘14 * Elizabeth Lewis ‘14 Kayla Rose ‘14 * Class of 2015 Eoin Anderson ‘15 Hannah Austin ‘15 * Kristina Block ‘15 Maximilian Bueche ‘15 * Matthew Malcom ‘15 * Clayton Manchester ‘15 * Ellis Burgoon Miskell ‘15 * Marina Poole ‘15 * Marina Stam ‘15 * Olivia Stam ‘15 * Class of 2016 Jenna Block ‘16 Katherine Hilscher ‘16 Linnea Hull ‘16 Anna Laprise ‘16 Elizabeth McIntosh ‘16 Blake Morton ‘16 Mackenzie Sangster ‘16 * Class of 2017 Sarah Austin ‘17 S. Wallace Jackson ‘17 * Samuel Johnson ‘17 * Jake Malcom ‘17 * Kiersten Marr ‘17 *

Dana Nichols ‘17 Class of 2018 Grier Burgoon Miskell ‘18 Connor Dillon ‘18 Class of 2019 Helen Hamblett ‘19 Avery Jackson ‘19 Margaret Larson ‘19 Alexandra Markonish ‘19 Amber Rose ‘19 Andrew Schaeffer ‘19 E. Reed Silvers ‘19 Class of 2020 Madison Argitis ‘20 Jillian Demeule ‘20 Carly Downey ‘20 Ella Grady ‘20 Maureen Grant ‘20 Ellen Hilscher ‘20 Katherine Larson ‘20 Pierce Manchester ‘20 Afton Morton ‘20 Mason Parks ‘20 Charlotte Spies ‘20 Eliza Tod ‘20 Class of 2021 Christopher Hamblett ‘21

Parents of Alumni

21% Participation Richard & Debra Abbondanza P’04 * Jesse & Jennifer Abbott P’08 * Nick & Jessie Alberding P’18, P’21 * Dennis & Christine Anderson P’07, P’08, P’13, P’15 Philip & Meredith Anson P’98, P’00, P’02, P’08 * David & Laura Argitis P’20 * Eric & Amy Austin P’15, P’17 * Deborah Strachan & Stephan Bachelder P’02, P’04 * Margaret Limm & Dana Bartone P’17 * Sandy Bennett P’09 Henri & Anna Benoit P’13 * Gil & Edith Birney P’08, GP’27 Kenneth & Beverly Bixby P’03 * Steve & Holly Blanc P’20, P’23 Donald Youker & Ann Block P’15, P’16 * William & April Bolduc P’20 Garrett & Janet Bowne P’09, P’11 * Cameron & Patricia Bright P’14, P’16 * Debra Ramsey & Richard Brimberg P’15, P’20 * Christian & Michele Buehner P’19, P’23 Jeremiah & Susan Burns P’13 * Julia Bjorn & Michael Caron P’14 * John & Ronni-Jo Carpenter P’06, P’09 * David & Lynne Champoux P’07, P’10 * Holly Mitchell & William Chapman III P’16, P’19 * Peter & Gail Cinelli P’97 * Pam Gardiner & Craig Collins P’18, P’21 Jennifer Riehl & Jonathan Commons P’19, P’21 Ellen Corson P’20 Joyce & Patrick Coughlan P’88, P’93, GP’25 * Janette Covington P’20 Edgar ‘62 & Laurie Curtis P’93, P’95, P’97 Daniel & Kathleen Dearing P’06, P’14 * Todd and Judy Demeule P’20, P’22 Michael & Diane Dennison P’04 * Craig and Sherilyn Dietrich P’83 Edward & Jennifer Dillon P’18 * Brenda Downey P’20 Janet Hansen & Bruce Drouin P’07, P’11 * Tom & Sandi Dunham P’01 * Michael & Jennifer Elkins P’16, P’18 * Charles Emerson P’94 * Mark & Pattie Fasold P’96, P’99, P’03 *

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Margaret Fast P’11, P’13 * Margaret Fenderson P’81, P’84, GP’14 * Karen Dobbyn & Fred Field P’12 David & Heidi Fitz P’98, P’05 * Farrah Pirkin-Frager & Paul Frager P’16, P’21 Scott & Jennifer Frank P’20, P’22 * Kris Gibson & David Gagne P’10, P’12, P’19 * Edmund & Ellen Gagne P’19 * Jose & Diana Garcia P’07, P’14 * Crombie & Deborah Garrett P’98 * Shawn & Heidi Gepfert P’20, P’24 Peter & Marie Gerrity P’05, P’07, P’09, P’12 * Michael & Denise Goodrich P’20, P’21 Dr. Donald & Mrs. Arline Gove P’81, P’82, P’83, P’85 * Ken & Giuia Grady P’20, P’26 Jamie & Colleen Grant P’20, P’24 James & Deborah Graul P‘98 James & Mary Gribbel P’03, P’06 * P. Andrew & Meagan Hamblett P’18, P’19, P’21 * Robert & Rebecca Hamilton P’04, P’06 * Joseph & Pamela Hanson P’06 * Jack & Kathleen Hardy P’12 * Jim & Kathie Harper P’01, P’04 * Michael & Lisa Hebert P’09, P’12 Christian & Jennifer Hemenway P’19, P’21 Stephen & Louise Hessert P’00, P’02 Deborah Hilscher P’16, P’18, P’20 * Robert Hilscher P’16, P’18, P’20 * Elizabeth Hogan P’17, P’19, P’26 Gregory Hogan P’17, P’19, P’26 Jennifer & Richard Hubbell P’02, P’05 * Susan Kepes & F. Alan Hull P’16 * Richard Sanford & Leslie Hyde P’06 Thomas & Laurie Hyndman P’07, P’09 * Michael & Kelly Ianno P’11, P’13 George & Margaret Isaacson P’06 Tara & Doug Johnson P’17 * Robert & Roberta Jordan P’07, P’12 * Maria Mazorra & Leonard Kaminow P’09, P’11 * Robert Keach P’09 Kevin & Theresa Kelley P’94, P’96 * Peter & Grace Kendrick P’88, P’92 * Seth & Anne Kolkin P’01, P’11 * Steve & Tammy Lachance P’16 * Scott & Corinne Larson P’19, P’20 * Cathy & Bill Latvis P’91, P’93 * Seaver & Anne Leslie P’03, P’08, P’11 * Susan Mello & Jonathan Lewis P’14 * N. Rich ‘64 & Laura Lindquist P’99, P’02 * Martha Barrett & Stephen Malcom P’15, P’17 * Lee & Caroline Mallett P’17 * Walter & Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 * Ross & Marissa Markonish P’19, P’23 * Scott & Barbara Marr P’17 * Joshua & Rebecca Marvil P’09 * Richard & Carolyn McGoldrick P’01, GP’24 Hilary Moyler McKinnon P’10, P’13 * Jack & Elaine McMahon P’91, P’93, P’95 Nelson & Elizabeth Mead P’11, P’13 * Lincoln ‘75 and Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 * Warren Miskell P’15, P’18 * Frederick & Deborah Molander P’00 * Michael & Robin Morin P’20 Diana Morse-Allen ‘53, P’88 * Marti Morton P’16, P’20 * Steven Morton P’16, P’20 * Robert & Julie Moss P’04, P’05, P’09 * Deborah & Peter Murray P’98 Michael & Pamela Nee P’05, P’07 * Donald & Jean Nichols P’17 * Debora Noone P’92 * Edward & Ann Noyes P’84, P’88 * Peter & Lynn Noyes P’01, P’03, P’05 * Charles & Susan Oestreicher P’89, P’90 *

Daniel & Jane O’Halloran P’16 * Susan Morrison & Tim Ouellette P’19 Alan Parks P’20 * Yvon & Jacqueline Pellerin P’86, P’89, P’92, GP’19, GP’20, GP’24, GP’25 * Allison Pilitsis P’06, P’08 * Bruce Poliquin P’09 * Dirk & Ann Poole P’13, P’15 * Norman & Janet Pullen P’85, GP’21 * Gaetano & Phebe Royer ‘81 Quattrucci P’18 * Peter & Deirdre Quesada P’12, P’17 * Jeffrey & Holly Randall P’12, P’14 * Michael & Deborah Regan P’12, P’15 * Doug & Jessie Reighley P’10 * Susan Myer & Dixon Riley P’89, P’92, GP’25 Chiharu Katayama & David Rines P’16 * Jay & Lisa Robbins P’99, P’07 * Edmund & Margot Russell P’84, GP’23, GP’26 Andrew & Catriona Sangster P’16 * Michael and Priscilla B. Savage P’88, P’90 * Eric & Laura Schaeffer P’19, P’22 * Curt & Nina Scribner P’88 * Robert & Susie Sharp P’09, P’11 * Betsy Tomlinson & Peter Sillin P’18, P’21 * Robert & Kate Silvers P’19 * Lauren Silverson P’13 * Edgar & Susan Sinibaldi P’17, P’21, P’24 * Katharine Slack P’11 * Rich & Allison Spies P’20 James & Julia Sterling P’03, P’04, P’07, P’10 * James & Elizabeth Taylor P’16, P’23 * Katherine & Steve Thomas P’18, P’21 * Hall & Deborah Thompson P’88, P’90, GP’23, GP’24 * Rob & Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 * Dana ‘80 & Elizabeth Twombly P’09, P’12 * Ann Tuddenham P’07, P’09 Charles & Catherine von Brecht P’02, P’05 * David Warren P’06, P’09, P’14 * Patricia Wellenbach P’11, P’13 John & Beth Williams P’95, P’96, P’24 Jay & Jennifer Yilmaz P’19, P’22, P’24 *

Businesses

Alexander and Schmidt Bates Mill Dermatology * Bruce’s Burrito, Inc. * Camp Wawenock CCS Fundraising Coastal Landscape Construction & Snow Services * Great Clips Griffin & Griffin * Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program HM Payson * Hopkinson & Abbondanza * Knickerbocker Group, Inc. * L.D. Holmes Construction Leandra Design, LLC Maine Craft Distilling, LLC Mister Bagel * Mitchell Construction, Inc. New England Specialty Stone * New England Touchless Car Wash * Old Port Sea Grill and Raw Bar * Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates, P.A. * Patriot Insurance Company * Payroll Management, Inc. * Pine Capital, LLC Riley Insurance Agency * Schaeffer Douglas Title, LLC * Scott Dugas Trucking & Excavating * Scott Simons Architects LLC * Silver Street Group LLC * Southern Maine Hearing * Tom Moulton Paving and Construction * Toshiba America Foundation Yarmouth Boat Yard, Inc. *

*Three or more years of consecutive giving to North Yarmouth Academy

Faculty & Staff

56% Participation Anonymous * Eric & Amy Austin P’15, P’17 * Jason & Danielle Fisher Barschdorf P’27, P’29 * Theresa & Greg Bartick P’24, P’26 Kristi & Scott Belesca * Christian & Michele Buehner P’19, P’23 * David & Sandi Daigle * Erik Szymczak & Leslie Durgin P’28 * David & Asha Echeverria P’34* Michael & Jennifer Elkins P’16, P’18 * Kris Gibson & David Gagne P’10, P’12, P’19 * Edmund & Ellen Gagne P’19 * Jason Tittle & Shannon Gallagher * Michael & Cynthia Gengras * Crystal & Jared Gordon * Eliot Grady * Bryce & Sarah Hach P’27 Jack & Kathleen Hardy P’12 * Carol Weeman Harris * Rob Sobak & Karin Hoppenbrouwers * Nicholas Tsafos & Cindy Hould P’33 Benjamin & Amity Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 * Sara Jaffe Tara & Doug Johnson P’17 * Alex & Jocelyn Kloza P’26, P’28, P’34 * Jason Knight Haver Markham Ross & Marissa Markonish P’19, P’23 * Christopher & Amy Mazzurco * Lisa & Kevin McGlinn * Michael & Jennifer Michaelis P’27 * Michael & Ashley Spicer ‘02 Moody P’25, P’29 Marti Morton P’16, P’20 Colby & Lindsey Myer P’30 Michael & Heidi Hammond O’Connor Chris & Isabel Piper Ashley Randlett * Jennifer & Jarod Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 * Jay & Lisa Robbins P’99, P’07 * Kelsy Ross P’34 Erika & Jeremy Sahlman P’28, P’30 * Sagaree Sengupta * Betsy Tomlinson & Peter Sillin P’18, P’21 Elizabeth & Phillip Smith P’28, P’30, P’33 * Nathaniel & Jessica Smith P’26, P’29 * Lynn Sullivan * Sheila Taylor Katherine & Steve Thomas P’18, P’21 * Linda & Scott Vaillancourt P’22, P’25, P’28 * Jacie Welch P’22, P’23, P’28 Greg Skillman & Karen Wentworth P’23, P’27 *

Former Trustees, Former Faculty & Staff, Friends & Foundations Eliza Alexander Ananda Fund * Caroline Anson ‘08 * David & Laura Argitis P’20 * Deborah Strachan & Stephan Bachelder P’02, P’04 * Amanda Bear Gil & Edith Birney P’08, GP’27 Jen Bonnett Allen ‘60 & Victoria Bornheimer GP’31 * William E. & Kathleen K. Bowen Rene & Yvonne Braun P’10, P’16 Josh & Susan Burns P’13 * Francie Campbell John & Ronni-Jo Carpenter P’06, P’09 * Patricia Carr Geoffrey Cartmell

David & Lynne Champoux P’07, P’10 * Erin Crowley-Champoux & Alexander Champoux P’07 * Peter & Gail Cinelli P’97 * Barry Costa * Joyce & Patrick Coughlan P’93, GP’25 * Daniel & Catherine Coulombe GP’29, GP’33 * Edgar ‘62 & Laurie Curtis P’93, P’95, P’97 * Judy Daigneault Ann Deming * Judy & Bob Dent * Dallas Dotter Francesca Eastman * Tom & Anne Echeverria GP’34 * Kate Echeverria * Mark & Pattie Fasold P’96, P’99, P’03 * Margaret Fast P’11, P’13 * David & Heidi Fitz P’98, P’05 * Jay ‘94 & Julie Flower * Peter ‘05 & Julia Gerrity* Peter & Marie Gerrity P’05, P’07, P’09, P’12 * Dr. Donald & Mrs. Arline Gove P’81, P’82, P’83, P’85 * Sally Hanley Jack & Kathleen Hardy P’12 * Bob & Ross Henderson * Jennifer Hould Scott & Valerie Howard Jennifer & Richard Hubbell P’02, P’05 * Richard Sanford & Leslie Hyde P’06 Thomas & Laurie Hyndman P’07, P’09 * Nick & Elizabeth Kakavis * Chris Kelley Melissa Kelley Bob Kelly Peter & Grace Kendrick P’88, P’92 * Audrey and Brett Lane Cathy & Bill Latvis P’91, P’93 * Marion Leslie Akie ‘08 * N. Rich ‘64 & Laura Lindquist P’99, P’02 * Theda Logan GP’16 Lee & Caroline Mallett P’17 * Haver Markham Patia Maule ‘99 * Nicholas & Elizabeth Mazzurco Richard & Carolyn McGoldrick P’01, GP’24 * Thomas C. ‘68 and Holly McKenny * Jack & Elaine McMahon P’91, P’93, P’95 * Nelson & Elizabeth Mead P’11, P’13* Frederick & Deborah Molander P’00 * Network for Good Lucy Gerrity Newton ‘09 & Richard Newton * Debora Noone P’92 Alexandra Noyes ‘08 * Peter & Lynn Noyes P’01, P’03, P’05 * Charles & Susan Oestreicher P’89, P’90 * Daniel & Jane O’Halloran P’16 * David Osborne * D. Roderick Pendleton ‘84 James & Polly Pierce GP’36 * Bruce Poliquin P’09 * Susan Myer & Dixon Riley P’89, P’92, GP’25 Michael & Priscilla Savage P’88, P’90 * Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 * Curt & Nina Scribner P’88 * Albert & Margaret Smith II Peter Smith * Molly Moss ’05 Stokes & Ryan Stokes Hall & Deborah Thompson P’88, P’90, GP’23, GP’24 * Rob & Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 * David Warren P’06, P’09, P’14* Peter Webster * Eric ‘85 & Tracy Weinrich *

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In March, the NYA community came together and raised over $72,000 for the Academy with the Show Your Love Campaign.

Grandparents

25% Participation Mr. & Mrs. Edward Austin GP’22, GP’24 Walter & Gayle Barschdorf GP’27, GP’29 * Giancarlo & Barbara Beghelli GP’30 * Richard & Louise Bergeron GP’22 Daniel & Zoe Bigley GP’25 * Gil & Edith Birney P’08, GP’27 Allen & Victoria Bornheimer ‘60, GP’31 * Alexandra Bouman GP’25, GP’27 * Ed & Jo Bradley GP’23 * Carolyn Breslin GP’21, GP’22, GP’26 * Frederic Buehner GP’19, GP’23 * Susan Charle GP’22, GP’25, GP’28 Judith & James Christie GP’28, GP’30 Joyce & Patrick Coughlan ‘88, ‘93, GP’25 * Tim & Laurie Coughlin GP’20, GP’25 * Daniel & Catherine Coulombe GP’29, GP’33 * Fred & Dottie Damon GP’19, GP’23 Catherine Davis-Tilton GP’37 Grant & Judith Dinmore GP’23, GP’24 * Tony & Linda Doyon GP’23 * Tom & Anne Echeverria GP’34 * John & Linda Fisher GP’27, GP’29 * Paul & Carol Fremont-Smith GP’23, GP’26 * Jamie & Pierre Gaudion GP’34, GP’35 Christopher & Terese Geehern GP’32, GP’34 Bonnie Gepfert GP’20, GP’24 * Albert & Candace Gibbons P’22 Doris Grady P’20, P’26 Sarah Hennessey GP’25 Nancy Hill GP’24 Jeannette & Paul Hould GP’33 Alice Ingraham GP’28, GP’30 * James & Nancy Jackson GP’21, GP’22, GP’26 * Mary & Nicholas Katsarikas GP’27, GP’30, GP’33 Paul Kelley GP’19, GP’22, GP’24 * Kathleen King GP’33 Susan Kirby GP’28, GP’30 Edward & Kristyne Kloza GP’25, GP’28, GP’34 * Leo & Cheryl Lacey GP’29, GP’33 Mary Ann Lacombe GP’22, GP’25 * Mary Lampson GP’26 * Veli & Judy Lapinoja GP’19, GP’23 * Gloria Lathrop GP’19, GP’21 * Paul & Sharon Lavoie GP’32, GP’34 * Judy Leet GP’22 Case & Gail Lynch GP’29, GP’31 * Raphael & Tessy Maliakal GP’34 Fred & Fran Masciangelo GP’19, GP’22* Bruce McClenahan GP’26

Richard & Carolyn McGoldrick P’01, GP’24 Hugh Riddleberger & Louise McIlhenny GP’32, GP’35 * Meredith Michaelis GP’25, GP’27 * Sharon Mote GP’29, GP’31 Istar & Moby Mudge GP’22, GP’25 * Jennifer Muehle Heald GP’24 Joan & Robert Murray GP’28, GP’30 Cherri & Craig Nelson GP’24 Cindy Parks GP’21, GP’22, GP’23 Frank & Debbie Pecoraro GP’24 * Yvon & Jacqueline Pellerin P’86, P’89, P’92, GP’19, GP’20, GP’24, GP’25 * Randy Pepper GP’28, GP’30 Dennis Poland GP’20, GP’26 Anne Powers GP’22, GP’24 George N. & Harriet H. Price GP’22 * Roberta Rasch GP’25 * Edmund & Margot Russell P’84, GP’23 Elena Schmidt GP’22 Her Honour Vaughn Schofield GP’23, GP’27 Dr. James & Corrine Schutz GP’23, GP’24 * Dr. Frederick & Peri Schuyler GP’20, GP’22 * Thomas & Lillian Smith GP’26, GP’29 James & Cheryl Smith GP’22 Marilyn & Bruce Soper GP’25 Carol Southall GP’23, GP’25 * Richard & Barbara Sullivan GP’31, GP’35, GP’38 Hall & Deborah Thompson P’88, P’90, [GP’ 23, GP’24 * Robert & JoAnn Tod GP’20, GP’25 * Ann Wallace GP’23 Drs. John and Mary Wahlig GP’20, GP’26 Karen Wright GP’28 Judy & Ralph Young GP’23

Parents

48% Participation Class of 2021 Nick & Jessie Alberding P’18, P’21 * Scott & Jennifer Bandoni P’21 John & Felicité Beaudoin P’21 Pam Gardiner & Craig Collins P’18, P’21 * Jennifer Riehl & Jonathan Commons P’19, P’21 * Farrah Pirkin-Frager & Paul Frager P’16, P’21 Michael & Denise Goodrich P’20, P’21 P. Andrew & Meagan Hamblett P’18, P’19, P’21 Christian & Jennifer Hemenway P’19, P’21 Dr. Robert & Kriss Hunold P’21, P’23 * Peter & Deanna Huntsman P’21, P’22, P’23 * Benjamin & Amity Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 * Glenn & Jenna Jonsson P’21 * Richard McIntosh & Desiree Pullen ‘85 Merritt P’21 *

Violeta Yu & Matthew Plant P’21 Betsy Tomlinson & Peter Sillin P’18, P’21 * Edgar & Susan Sinibaldi P’17, P’21, P’24 * Drs. Holly & Lee Thibodeau P’21, P’25 * Katherine & Steve Thomas P’18, P’21 * Joe & Jodi Wolverton P’21, P’24 Class of 2022 Gary & Laura Bergeron P’22 * Maria Tuta & Guilherme Bila P’22, P’24 Jay & Julia Chace P’22 MaryElizabeth Filon P’22, P’24 Scott & Jennifer Frank P’20, P’22 * Brian & Linda Gee P’22, P’25 Dan & Dorothy Holt P’22 Peter & Deanna Huntsman P’21, P’22, P’23 * Courtney Locke & Gregory Im P’22 Benjamin & Amity Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 * Eric & Gretchen Lacombe P’22, P’25 Matthew & Wendy McKenney P’22, P’24 Dianna & Geoffrey Mutagoma P’22, P’25 Erik & Katrina Ojakaar P’22 Jason & Lindsey Oney P’22, P’24 Annat Mamane & Yaniv Peretz P’22 Lori & Christopher Poulin P’22 * Brendan & Marsha Powers P’22 Anne Snow & Peter Robbins P’22, P’25 * John & Jennifer Humphreys ‘88 Rohde P’22, P’23, P’25 * Anne Hallward & James Rough P’22 Eric & Laura Schaeffer P’19, P’22 * Karl & Jill Silander P’22 Bryan & Julie Swenson P’22, P’25 Carl Tourigny P’22 Linda & Scott Vaillancourt P’22, P’25, P’28 * Jacie Welch P’22, P’23, P’28 Jay & Jennifer Yilmaz P’19, P’22, P’24 * Class of 2023 Steve & Holly Blanc P’20, P’23 Christian & Michele Buehner P’19, P’23 * William & Melissa Curtis P’23, P’24 Ryan & Sabrina Donnelly P’23 Shannon Dallaire & Chris Farion P’23 Whitney & Stephanie Gross P’23 Dr. Robert & Kriss Hunold P’21, P’23 * Peter & Deanna Huntsman P’21, P’22, P’23 * Anthony & Courtney Keefe P’23 Matthew & Molly Litz P’23, P’27 Ross & Marissa Markonish P’19, P’23 * Thomas & Jennifer Roderick P’23 * John & Jennifer Humphreys ‘88 Rohde P’22, P’23, P’25 * Vivian Mikhail & Peter Rosenberg P’23 Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz

P’23, P’24 * Hilary Rapkin & William Stiles P’23 * James & Elizabeth Taylor P’16, P’23 * Michael & Kimberly Wallace P’23 Michael & Angela Warde P’23, P’32 * Jacie Welch P’22, P’23, P’28 Dr. Whitney & Simon Wignall P’23, P’27 * Class of 2024 Maria Tuta & Guilherme Bila P’22, P’24 MaryElizabeth Filon P’22, P’24 * Shawn & Heidi ‘89 Gepfert P’20, P’24 * Anita & Sebastian Jerosch P’24 Jeff & Erin Lambert P’24 Jason & Lindsey Oney P’22, P’24 * Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 * Wiley & Susan Smith P’24 * Dana & JoAn Street P’24 * Joe & Jodi Wolverton P’21, P’24 Class of 2025 Jessica Estes & Steve Arnold P’25 Gregory & Cathryn Bigley P’25 Dr. Carrine Burns & Dr. Peter Bouman P’25, P’27 * William & Sarah Crowley P’23, P’25 Brian & Linda Gee P’22, P’25 Eric & Jennifer Giguere P’25 Rachel Hunter P’25 Eric & Gretchen Lacombe P’22, P’25 * Eric & Katharine Leinwand P’25 Michael & Jennifer Michaelis P’25, P’27 Michael & Ashley Spicer ‘02 Moody P’25, P’29 Dianna & Geoffrey Mutagoma P’22, P’25 Anne Snow & Peter Robbins P’22, P’25 * John & Jennifer Humphreys ‘88 Rohde P’22, P’23, P’25 * Andrew ‘93 & Lisa Pellerin ‘92 Taylor P’25 * Drs. Holly & Lee Thibodeau P’21, P’25 * Rob & Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 * Linda & Scott Vaillancourt P’22, P’25, P’28 * Class of 2026 James & Melissa Cusano P’26 Jarrod & Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 *

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Ken & Giuia Grady P’20, P’26 Elizabeth Hogan P’17, P’19, P’26 Gregory Hogan P’17, P’19, P’26 Benjamin & Amity Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26 * Alex & Jocelyn Kloza * P’28, P’34 Nathaniel & Jessica Smith P’26, P’29 * Class of 2027 Jason & Danielle Fisher Barschdorf P’27, P’29 * Dr. Carrine Burns & Dr. Peter Bouman P’25, P’27 * Alyson Curit P’27 Bryce & Sarah Hach P’27 Timothy & Melissa Hebert P’25, P’27 Katie & Jeff Holmes P’27, P’31, P’28 Matthew & Molly Litz P’23, P’27 Brian & Kristina McElhinney P’27, P’34 Edward & Tina McGillicuddy P’27, P’30, P’33 Michael & Jennifer Michaelis P’25, P’27 David & Libby Swinton Millar P’27, P’30 * Hop Nguyen P’27 Lana & Will O’Shea P’27 Erika & Jeremy Sahlman P’27, P’30 * Greg Skillman & Karen Wentworth P’23, P’27 * Dr. Whitney & Simon Wignall P’23, P’27 Rachel Levine Ziminski ‘96 & Daniel Ziminski P’27 Class of 2028 Rachel Williams & James Clifford P’28 David & Anne Daniel P’28 Jarrod & Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 * Erik Szymczak & Leslie Durgin P’28 * Marc & Skyler Ewing P’28, P’31 Michael & Heather Graul Geoghan ‘98, P’28 Katie & Jeff Holmes P’27, P’28, P’31 Joshua & Erin Houghton P’28 Thomas & Sarah Kirby P’28 Alex & Jocelyn Kloza P’26, P’28, P’34 * Christopher & MaryBeth Lorenz P’28, P’30 * Hop Nguyen P’27 Elizabeth & Phillip Smith P’28, P’30, P’33 * David & Jennifer Talmadge P’28, P’30 Linda & Scott Vaillancourt P’22, P’25, P’28 * Jacie Welch P’22, P’23, P’28

Class of 2029 Jason & Danielle Fisher Barschdorf P’27, P’29 * Michael & Ashley Spicer ‘02 Moody P’25, P’29 Jess Lynch & Peter Mote P’29, P’31 * Tim & Hannah Renyi P’29, P’32 * Jennifer & Jarod Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 * Nathaniel & Jessica Smith P’26, P’29 * Class of 2030 James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Jarrod & Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 * Thomas & Sarah Kirby P’30 Elizabeth Lesniak P’30 * Christopher & MaryBeth Lorenz P’28, P’30 * Edward & Tina McGillicuddy P’27, P’30, P’33 David & Libby Swinton Millar P’27, P’30 * Colby & Lindsey Myer P’30 Erika & Jeremy Sahlman P’28, P’30 * Elizabeth & Phillip Smith P’28, P’30, P’33 * David & Jennifer Talmadge P’28, P’30 Class of 2031 Adam & Jennifer Edwards P’31, P’32, P’36 * Marc & Skyler Ewing P’28, P’31 Katie & Jeff Holmes P’27, P’28, P’31 * John & Shelley Linscott P’31, P’35, P’38 Nicholas & Kathleen Livesay P’31 Jess Lynch & Peter Mote P’29, P’31 * Jennifer & Jarod Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 * Max & Aimee Welsh P’26, P’31 Class of 2032 James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Jarrod & Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32 * Adam & Jennifer Edwards P’31, P’32, P’36 * Dr. Jordan & Janene Oleaga Kurta P’32, P’35 Drs. David & Mary Lavoie P’32, P’34 * Tim & Hannah Renyi P’29, P’32 * Michael & Angela Warde P’23, P’32 * Jason & Courtney Wyse P’32, P’34 Class of 2033 Doug & Kelly Kleinman P’33 Edward & Tina McGillicuddy P’27, P’30, P’33 Lyndsay Irving & Anthony Perrone P’33, P’35 Jennifer & Jarod Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 * Cindy Hould & Nicholas Tsafos P’33

*Three or more years of consecutive giving to North Yarmouth Academy

Class of 2034 Brian and Kristina McElhinney P’27, P’34 Kelsy Ross P’34 Corey & Alexandra Palmer P’34, P’35 David & Asha Echeverria P’34 * Jason & Courtney Wyse P’32, P’34 Drs. David & Mary Lavoie P’32, P’34 * Class of 2035 John & Melissa Belisle P’35, P’37 Doug & Kelly Kleinman P’35 Dr. Jordan & Janene Oleaga Kurta P’32, P’35 John & Shelley Linscott P’31, P’35, P’38 Corey & Alexandra Palmer P’34, P’35 Lyndsay Irving & Anthony Perrone P’33, P’35 Class of 2036 James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Adam & Jennifer Edwards P’31, P’32, P’36 *

Trustees

Richard & Debra Abbondanza P’04 * Nick & Jessie Alberding P’18, P’21 * James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Jose & Diana Garcia P’07, P’14 * James ‘98 & Courtney Anson ‘98 Garrett * Robert Hilscher P’16, P’18, P’20 * Nathan I. ‘06 & Alison Hiler Isaacson * Christopher & MaryBeth Lorenz P’28, P’30 * Martha Barrett & Stephen Malcom P’15, P’17 * Walter & Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 * Scott & Barbara Marr P’17 * Lincoln ‘75 & Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 * Warren Miskell P’15 P’18 * Robert & Julie Moss P’04, P’05, P’09 * Jess Lynch & Peter Mote P’29, P’31 * Drew ‘89 & Alexa Oestreicher * Lori & Christopher Poulin P’22 * Andrew & Catriona Sangster P’16 * Eric & Laura Schaeffer P’19, P’22 * Sigmund & Anne Thompson ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 * Rob & Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 * Jim & Catherine von Brecht ‘05 Werner *

HONORARY GIFTS

Gifts were made in honor of many of our friends, including numerous talented faculty and staff members. Our deep appreciation to those donors Cecillia ‘24 & Harrison ‘27 Albin Albin Scott & Chia Albin GP’24, GP’27 Class of 2022 & 2024 Mr. & Mrs. Edward Austin GP’22, GP’24 Ian Ramsey, Ross Markonish, Terry Bartick & Peter Sillin Scott & Jennifer Bandoni P’21 Cam Bandoni ‘21 Scott & Jennifer Bandoni P’21 Class of 2009 Calum Barnes ‘09 * Patrick Jackson ‘15 Margaret Limm & Dana Bartone P’17 * My dedicated and hardworking colleagues at NYA! Kristi Belesca * Haley Bennett ‘09 Sandy Bennett P’09 Matthew E. Benoit ‘13 Henri & Anna Benoit P’13 Class of 2021 Maria Tuta & Guilherme Bila P’22, P’25 Summer Programs Campers & Staff Jen Bonnett Ellie ‘25 & Sidney ‘27 Bouman Alexandra Bouman * GP’25, GP’27 Acadia Keefe ‘23 Edward & Jo Bradley * GP’23 “Grampy” Thomas Breslin GP’ 21, GP’22, GP’26 Carolyn Breslin GP’21, GP’22, GP’26*

Nora Krainis Debra Ramsey & Richard Brimberg P’15, P’20* Laurel Buehner ‘23 Christian & Michele Buehner P’19, P’23 * Abram ‘19 & Laurel ‘23 Buehner Frederic Buehner GP’19, GP’23 * Bill Hallett Colin Bumby ‘00 * Headmaster Robert Henderson James ‘98 & Renée Cabot P’30, P’32, P’36 * Kathy Carr Francie Campbell Hannah ‘16 & Miles ‘19 Chapman Holly Mitchell & William Chapman III P’16, P’19 * James ‘28 & Will ‘30 Kirby Judith & James Christie GP’28, GP’30 Class of 2000 Emily Clark O’Meara ‘00 * Eliza ‘20 & Greta ‘25 Tod Timothy & Laurie Coughlin GP’20, GP’25 David Echeverria P’34 James & Melissa Cusano Colby Myer P’30 Molly Myer ‘04 & Chris Davis * Jillian Demeule ‘20 Todd & Judy Demeule P’20, P’22 * Rhiannon ‘15 & Bronwen ‘20 Ramsey-Brimberg Judy & Robert Dent * Ethan ‘23 & Sasha ‘24 Schutz Grant & Judith Dinmore GP’23, GP’24 * Ruth Smith Douglass ‘36 Dallas Dotter Sarah Drouin ‘07 Janet Hansen & Bruce Drouin P’07 * Headmaster Jack Mitchell William ‘62 & Alana Lord ‘62 Dugan * Kayla ‘14 & Amber ‘19 Rose Harold & Jeanette Duvall GP’14, GP’19 * David Echeverria P’34 Kate Echeverria Jaya Echeverria ‘34 Kate Echeverria Jaya Echeverria ‘34 Thomas & Anne Echeverria GP’34 * Laini Frager ‘21 Farrah Pirkin-Frager & Paul Frager P’16, P’21 Ben Frank ‘20 & the Environmental Club Scott & Jennifer Frank P’20, P’22 * Cecilia ‘32 & Rose ‘34 Lavoie Christopher & Terese Geehern GP’32, GP’34 Ella ‘20 & Sam ‘26 Grady Ken & Giuia Grady P’20, P’26 Sam Grady ‘26 Doris Grady GP’20, GP’26 Maureen ‘20 & Finneas ‘24 Grant Jamie & Colleen Grant P’20, P’24 * Heather Graul Geoghan ‘98, P’28 James & Deborah Graul P’98 Hadley ‘26 & Eliza ‘29 Smith Sally Hanley Ryan Hemenway ‘14, Nicholas Hemenway ‘19 & Taylor Hemenway ‘21 Gary & Elaine Hemenway GP’14, GP’19, GP’21 * Class of 1993 Benjamin & Elizabeth Curtis ‘93 Horowicz * Joshua ‘21, Jasmine ‘22 & Angel ‘23 Huntsman Peter & Deanna Huntsman P’21, P’22, P’23 * Grace ‘07 & Peter ‘09 Hyndman Thomas & Laurie Hyndman P’07, P’09 * Eliza Decker Isaacson George & Margaret Isaacson P’06 Nathan ‘27, John ‘30 & Edward ‘33 McGillicuddy Nicholas & Mary Katsarikas GP’27, GP’30, GP’33 * Class of 2023

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MEMORIAL GIFTS

Anthony & Courtney Keefe P’23 * Michele Buehner P’19, P’23 & Ellen Gagne P’19 Thomas & Sarah Kirby P’28, P’30 James ‘28 & Will ‘30 Kirby Susan Kirby GP’28, GP’30 Brayden ‘26, Gage ‘28 & Adeline ‘34 Kloza Edward & Kris Kloza GP’26, GP’28, GP’34 * Ellen Gagne P’19 Mark & Sue Kowlzan P’29 Aidan ‘22 & Tyler ‘25 Lacombe Mary Ann Lacombe GP’22, GP’25 * Liz Smith P’28, P’30, P’33, Zelda Clegg ‘17, Acacia Bright ‘16, Mackenzie Sangster ‘16, Emily Taylor ‘16 & Isabelle See ‘17 Anna Laprise ‘16 Class of 2016 Anna Laprise ‘16 Jessica Smith P’26, P’29 Matthew & Molly Litz P’23, P’27 * Cristopher Paradis ‘17 Janet MacQuarrie GP’17 * David Griswold ‘03, for his dedication to the environment, and to NYA Walter & Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 * The Amazing NYA Faculty Scott & Barbara Marr P’17 * Steve Morris P’92, P’96 Alison Roper Mazzola ‘92 * Liam Emmons ‘26 Bruce McClenahan GP’26 Mrs. G. in Grade One & Mrs. Leslie in Primary Hugh Riddleberger & Louise McIlhenny GP’32, GP’35 * Kenneth & Janet Allen ‘54 Kate Merrill ‘09 Caitlin ‘25 & William ‘27 Michaelis Michael & Jennifer Michaelis P’25, P’27 * Jack & Harriet Mitchell David L. Mitchell ‘67 * All Faculty, Staff & the wonderful community of NYA Marion Morton P’16, P’20 * Jacie Welch P’22, P’23, P’28 & Ellen Gagne P’19 Jess Lynch & Peter Mote P’29, P’31 * Morgan Lake Adams ‘99 Dianna & Geoffrey Mutagoma P’22, P’25 Elinor Richards Jones ‘54 Gordon S. ‘54 & Judith Stiles ‘54 Oliver Abigail Morrison-Ouellette ‘19 Susan Morrison & Tim Ouellette P’19 Josh ‘21, Jazzy ‘22 & Angel ‘23 Huntsman Cynthia Parks GP’21, GP’22, GP’23 * Lila ‘28 & Isaac ‘30 Fournier Randy Pepper GP’28, GP’30

Show Your Love, 2021

Coach Mike Warde Annat Mamane & Yaniv Peretz P’22 George & Carol Place P’91

Andrew ‘91 & Gina Place * Class of 1988 Alan L. Ramsdell II ‘88 Vivi Randhava ‘34 Karan Randhava P’34 Cindy Hould P’33 Jennifer & Jarod Richard P’29, P’31, P’33 * Erika Sahlman P’ 27, P’30 & Christopher Mazzurco Anne Snow & Peter Robbins P’22, P’25 * Jennifer Johnston & Grace Gilbert ‘13 Kelsy Ross P’34 Alex ‘23 & William ‘27 Wignall Her Honour Vaughn Schofield P’23, P’27 Danielle Fisher Barschdorf P’27, P’29 Dr. James Corrine Schutz GP’23, GP’24 The Environmental Club Peri & Frederick Schuyler GP’20, GP’22 * Renee Lamoreau ‘11 Katharine Slack P’11 * Hadley ‘26 & Eliza ‘29 Smith Thomas & Lillian Smith GP’26, GP’29 * Rogers ‘23 & James ‘25 Crowley Carol Southall GP’23, GP’25 Class of 2022 Bryan & Julie Swenson P’22 Kim Craig Cindy Hould & Nicholas Tsafos P’33 Elizabeth Clemetson ‘09 Dr. Ann Tuddenham P’07, P’09 Lilly Weinrich ‘21 Eric ‘85 & Tracy Weinrich * Lilly ‘11 & Eliott ‘13 Wellenbach Patricia Wellenbach P’11, P’13 * Florence Wile-Hodsdon ‘39 Richard L. Wile ‘61 Travis Roy ‘94 Chad Wittman ‘98 Derek ‘21 & Emma ‘21 Wolverton

Gifts were made in memory of a number of our friends who have passed away. A special thank you to these donors: In Memory of the staff and class of 1963, especially Mr. Mitchell J. Nicholas Burns ‘63 * In Memory of Merle Worth ‘61, Dave Larson ‘61, Howard Small & Frank Knight ‘25 Merrill Barker Chapin ‘61 * In Memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Trask Crossett ‘48 Millard Crossett ‘47 * In Memory of Jim Ramsey Tom & Sandi Dunham P’01 * In Memory of William Pritchard ‘68 William Hart ‘68 * In Memory of Dana Vamvakias ‘89 Nick & Elizabeth Kakavis * In Memory of Jean Wilkinson Richard & Carolyn McGoldrick P’01, GP’24 In Memory of Craig Johnson ‘81 Gaetano & Phebe Royer ‘81 Quattrucci * In Memory of Jim Ramsey Pan Fried Steel Drum Band

in-kind & event gifts STEVE MORRIS GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS

Jessie and Nick Alberding P’18, P’21 The Breakwater Group at Morgan Stanley Gary and Laura Bergeron P’22 Engineering Assistance & Design Ross Cudlitz ’74 Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Steve Conley and Michele Duvall P’14, P’19 Patriot Insurance Company Lincoln ’75 and Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 Silver Street Development Corporation Chris and Lori Poulin P’22

STEVE MORRIS GOLF TOURNAMENT PRIZE DONORS

Allagash Brewing Company, Rob and Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 Brickyard Hollow, Brad Moll Cold River Vodka, Dr. Lee Thibodeau P’21, P’25 Good Life Market, Linda and Walt Manchester P’15, P’20 Jess Hart Lynch, Jess Lynch P’29, P’31 North 43 Bistro and Old Port Sea Grill, David and Laura Argitis P’20 Scales and Fore Street Restaurant, Dana and JoAn Street P’24

SOIRÉE SPONSORS & CHAMPIONS Presenting Sponsors $4,000 Jessie and Nick Alberding P’18, P’21 The Breakwater Group at Morgan Stanley Gary and Laura Bergeron P’22 Patriot Insurance Company Lincoln ’75 and Kim Merrill P’04, P’06

Varsity Sponsors $2,000 Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Steve Conley and Michele Duvall P’14, P’19 Schaeffer Douglass Title Eric and Laura Schaeffer P’19, P’21 Panther $1,000 Bates Mill Dermatology Carrine Burns and Peter Bouman P’25, P’27 CCS Fundraising Camp Wawenock Andrew and Catriona Sangster P’16 HM Payson Jay ‘94 and Julie Flower Hopkinson & Abbondanza Rick and Debra Abbondanza P’04 Knickerbocker Group, Inc. Steve Malcom and Martha Barrett P’15, P’17 Moxie Painting and Studio Gallery Alice Ingraham GP’28, GP’30 New England Touchless Car Wash Shawn and Kristin Casey P’24, P’25 Old Port Sea Grill David and Laura Argitis P’20 Payroll Management, Inc. Gary and Elaine Hemenway GP’14, GP’19, GP’21 Pine Capital Christopher and Mary Beth Lorenz P’28, P’30 Preti Flaherty Sig and Anne ‘88 Schutz P’23, P’24 Riley Insurance Agency David and Libby Swinton Millar P’27, P’31 Silver Street Development Corporation Chris and Lori Poulin P’22 Spinnaker Trust Drew ‘89 and Alexa Oestreicher Orange $500 Cold River Vodka Lee and Holly Thibodeau P’21, P’25 The Good Life Market Walt and Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 Leandra Fremont-Smith Interiors Thomas and Leandra Fremont-Smith P’27 Scott Dugas Trucking and Excavating Ted ‘60 and Sharon Libby ‘61 Sharp Black $250 Alexander & Schmidt Great Clips Tim and Hannah Renyi P’29, P’32 Scott Simons Architects Southern Maine Hearing Holly and Lee Thibodeau P’21, P’25 Soirée Prize & Auction Item Donors New Balance Nathan Isaacson ‘06

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Freedom Boat Jessica Estes and Steve Arnold P’25 The Good Life Market Walt and Linda Manchester P’15, P’20 Old Port Sea Grill & North 43 Laura Argitis P’20 Coastal Landscape Craig and Sue Wright P’28 In-Kind Donors Griffin & Griffin John and Josie Griffin P’27, P’29 Allagash Brewing Company Rob and Betsy Tod P’20, P’25 Maine Craft Distilling Bob Hilscher P’16, P’18, P’20 Special thanks to our volunteers, the NYA Soirée Planning Committee Chrysta Coulombe P’29, P’33; Anne Daniel P’28; Frederique Daniel P’26, P’28, P’30, P’32; Alison DaRosa P’37; Jen Edwards P’31, P’32, P’36; Laura Gall P’23, P’24; Josie Griffin P’27, P’29; Jen Hemenway P’19, P’21; Erin Houghton P’28; Cindy Hould P’33; Amity Jackson P’21, P’22, P’26; Danielle King P’22, P’24; Gretchen Lacombe P’22, P’25; Katie Leinwand P’25; Shelley Linscott P’31, P’35; Jess Lynch P’29, P’31; Libby Swinton Millar P’27, P’30; Diane Mutagoma P’22, P’25; Hannah Renyi P’29, P’32; Betsy Tod P’20, P’25; Lissa Von Brecht King ’02; Jennifer Yilmaz P’19, P’22, P’24

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL

Hugh Robbins ’99, Chair; Julia Bachelder ’04; James Cabot ’98, P’30, P’32, P’36; Jay Flower ’94; James Garrett ’98; Lucy Gerrity ’09; Ellie Hilscher ’20; Josh Kelton ’06; Carly Lappas ’13; David Mitchell ’67; Mason Parks ’20; Sharon Libby Sharp ’61; Briana O’Hare ’99; and Caroline Olmstead Wallach ’95

North Yarmouth Academy Class Agents

Ralph Sparks ‘72 Margaret Kingsbury Peterson ‘73 Ross Cudlitz ‘74 Lincoln Merrill ‘75 Timothy Hardy ‘77 Whitney Martin ‘78 Brian Clarke ‘80 David Fenderson ‘81 Roderick Pendleton ‘84 Margaret Horan ‘85 Anne Thompson Schutz ‘88 Caroline Kendrick Orrison ‘88 Joel Thompson ‘90 Peter Latvis ‘91 Matthew Noone ‘92 Jay Flower ‘94 Monica Simmons Parker ‘95 Allison Huke ‘96 Jen Scully ‘97 James Cabot ’98 Drew Myers ‘98 Kate Crockett Stack ‘00 Lissa Von Brecht King ‘02 Chris Bixby ‘03 Julia Bachelder ‘04 Molly Moss ‘05 Peter Lowell ‘06 Parker Swenson ‘06 Henry Gerrity ‘07 Anne Znamierowski ‘08 Lucy Gerrity ‘09 Alison Znamierowski ‘11 Katie Cawley ‘12 Gianna Nappi ‘13 Kayla Rose ‘14 Marina Poole ‘15 Anna Laprise ‘16 Mackenzie Sangster ‘16 Ellie Hilscher ‘20 Mason Parks ‘20 Reese Merritt ‘21 If you are interested in becoming a class agent, please contact development@nya.org.

Joanne Partridge Jones ‘57 Jane Thompson Witzel ‘57 Sharon Libby Sharp ‘61 Thornton Ring ‘64

*Three or more years of consecutive giving to North Yarmouth Academy

Founders’ Society

The Founders’ Society honors those who Have provided legacy gifts to North Yarmouth Academy through an estate plan or other Financial arrangement. We are deeply grateful To the following individuals for their thoughtful Contributions to NYA. Estate of Mary Anderson Melissa Anderson ‘91 Estate of Alice N. Blanchard Allen Bornheimer ‘60, GP’31 * James Cabot ‘98, P’30, P’32, P’36 * Muriel Cleaves ‘52 Cater Coughlan ‘88 Ben Davis ‘72 David Fenderson ‘81, P’14 Clifford George ‘71 Joanna Gove Smith ‘86 Estate of David Greep Estate of George Warren Hammond Oakley Jones ‘68 Estate of John Kauffmann Lane Family Bequest Estate of William Mann Mabel C. Marston Trust Estate of Helen D. Maxim Estate of Esther B. Mahall Lincoln ‘75 & Kim Merrill P’04, P’06 * Estate of Susan C. Merrill Warren Miskell P’15, P’18 * David Mitchell ‘67 Bruce Myers P’98, P’00 Julia Noyes ‘84 Estate of William Porter Sam Robinson P’89 Travis Roy ‘94 Keith Russell ‘84 Michael & Priscilla Savage P’88, P’90 * James Skillings, Sr. P’84, P’88 Estate of Howard Small P’61 Albert & Margaret Smith Dorothy Furber Smith ‘42 Estate of Levi M. Stewart Charles & Anita Stickney Christine E. Sweetser ‘38

T If you have made a provision for NYA in your estate plans but do not see your name listed, please reach out to Jennifer Richard, Director of Development, at 207-847-5429.

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ravis Roy ’94, was revered by the sports world as an example of determination and courage.

After suffering a life-changing spinal cord injury just 11 seconds into his first hockey game for Boston University, he established the Travis Roy Foundation to help other spinal cord injury survivors and to fund research. His legacy as motivational speaker, philanthropist, founder of the Travis Roy Foundation, and advocate for spinal cord research is cemented in perpetuity. Add to this legacy, a generous proponent of education.

Following his death in 2020, North Yarmouth Academy received a bequest from the estate of Travis Roy to support need-based financial aid for talented NYA students.

“NYA is deeply grateful to Travis for his lifelong impact on the Academy, and the generous bequest he left in support of talented NYA students,” said Head of School, Ben Jackson.

“During his time at NYA, Travis began to believe in himself as a student and took pride in his academic accomplishments. Small class sizes, meaningful faculty-student relationships, and an overall environment of positivity and support allowed Travis to flourish as never before,” said Brenda and Lee Roy P’94. “As a small but gifted athlete, he was challenged by the level of athletic competition NYA offered. When Travis moved on from NYA, he took with him life skills and confidence that clearly served him well.

He was, and we will be, forever grateful to the Academy.”

With this gift, Travis becomes the newest member of the Founders’ Society, which honors alumni, parents, and friends who have provided legacy gifts to North Yarmouth Academy through an estate plan or other financial arrangement.

Learn more at: nya.org/plannedgiving

NYA friends Allen Bornheimer ’60, Ted Sharp ’60, Sharon Libby Sharp ’61, Rick Wile ’61, Allan S. Wilson ’61, and Linda DeLorme Ferreira ’62 gathered in memory of Scott Dunham ’61 a few years ago. The classmates, including Scott, worked in the summertime for Allen Bornheimer’s ’60 parents’ garden market on Pleasant Street, Yarmouth.

NYA Honors Travis Roy First Annual Travis Roy Memorial Hockey Game NYA vs. Tabor Academy, December 11 (boys) and January 9 (girls) Travis Roy Maine Prep The Maine Prep Cup Tournament becomes Travis Roy Maine Prep Cup. Bridgton Academy, Kents Hill School, Hebron Academy, and NYA hockey teams compete to determine the best prep school team in Maine.

February 7 and 14.

Travis Roy Perseverance Award The Holt Conference, consisting of Portsmouth Abbey, Worcester Academy, Pingree School, Berwick Academy, Hebron Academy, Kents Hill School, and North Yarmouth Academy, established the Travis Roy Perseverance Award.

The award will recognize a hockey player who has overcome adversity to be a role model in their community.

Left to right: Allan S. Wilson ’61, Linda DeLorme Ferreira ’62, Sharon Libby Sharp ’61, Rick Wile ’61, Ted Sharp ’60, and Allen Bornheimer ’60

John B. Branson ’65 will retire this year from Lake Clark National Park and Preserve in southwestern Alaska.

1980s

Desiree Pullen Merritt ’85 and her husband, Richard McIntosh, live in Raymond, Maine.

Their son, Reese Merritt ’21, joined the ranks of NYA alumni having graduated this June! He is currently a student at Springfield College, and Desiree and Richard are adjusting to the fact that they are empty nesters.

1990s

Fans are now back at the TD Garden to cheer on the Boston Bruins. If you head to a game, take a moment to view the amazing exhibit honoring Travis Roy’s ’94 life and the mission of the Travis Roy Foundation.

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On April 23, Jason Currier ’95 visited with Upper School students and faculty virtually during Friday Forum to discuss the Travis Roy Foundation. Jason is an adviser to the foundation’s board, and a friend to Travis Roy ’94 since childhood. An all-school Dress Down Day raised funds for the foundation.

Christina Denham Wneck ’99 is a photographer for Maine Magazine and MaineHome+Design.

Patia Maule ’99, Maine Academy of Modern Music (MAMM) faculty member and registrar (and former NYA faculty member!), was named their 2020 Maine Music Educator. Maule was chosen after helping MAMM successfully navigate through a transition caused by the pandemic. “First and foremost, Patia is a tremendous teacher and her students absolutely adore her,” Executive Director Jeff Shaw said. “(H)er guidance, ingenuity and determination to develop, implement and train our staff on a brand new remote learning platform that she helped to build in real time allowed the MAMM community to stay connected through music when it was needed most. Our business simply would not have survived this pandemic without her, and for this reason the MAMM Board of Directors and I are thrilled to name her as our 2020 Maine Music Educator.”

2000s

Brittany Hyde ’00 opened Spark Cycling Studio on May 15 at Brunswick Landing!

Monique Coombs ’00, who encouraged Brittany to open the studio, and Lindsey Larsen-Myer P’30 are instructors. Brittany’s goal is to provide a space for the Brunswick community that is inclusive, welcoming, and will push individuals out of their personal comfort zone, regardless of what that may be.

NYA holds a very special place in Brittany’s heart; it was a significant factor in her ability to pull the new business off and she will be forever grateful.

Elyse Newman Weeks ’02 and John Weeks were married in Portland on October 26, 2019.

Kristi Clough ’02 was in attendance. Elyse and John live in north central Massachusetts and work in acquisition for the Air Force.

On Earth Day, April 22, author David Griswold ’03 visited with NYA students virtually to discuss climate change and his book Fur & Feather Stand Together. David also assisted the NYA Environmental Club reach their goal of a campus-wide conversion to LED lighting by donating a copy of his book to all who made a gift of $50 or more to the Club’s effort.

Shoes made by Rancourt & Co. shoemakers in Lewiston, were worn by members of the U.S. Olympic team in Tokyo during the opening and closing ceremonies on July 23 and August.

8. Kyle Rancourt ’03 and his family own Rancourt & Co. and are working on a new shoe specifically designed for NYA.

NYA welcomed back Meredith Segal ’04 as the 2021 commencement speaker. Meredith has devoted her career to advancing opportunities for vulnerable individuals in the United States and around the globe. She currently serves as an Associate Director at Social Finance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to mobilizing capital to drive social progress.

Meredith Segal ‘04 with Chris Mazzurco after Commencement.

In his role as a member of the Alumni Association Leadership Council, Josh Kelton ’06 returned to campus for the Senior Dinner to welcome the members of the Class of 2021 as the newest NYA alumni.

Welcome, Winnie Reiche, born on January 1, 2021 to George ’07 and Sarah Reiche!

Surrounded by their families, Fenna Robbins ’07 and Andrew Love were married in Sonoma, CA on March 17.

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Recently named one of Broadway’s 2021 Women to Watch, Haley Bennett ’09 is currently the Associate Music Supervisor of the Once on This Island 1st National Tour, an Associate Music Director and Alternate Conductor on the Broadway musical Diana: The Musical, and the Music Coordinator for the upcoming NBC/Apple TV+ show, Schmigadoon!

2010s

Maddy Beasley ’10 earned her PhD in Chemistry from the University of WisconsinMadison in 2019.

Liana Hachborn ’10 is employed as the Business and Operations Manager by the San Diego Seals of the National Lacrosse League.

The Intro to Engineering class wrapped up their Civil Engineering unit with a special visit from Finn Hadlock ’11. After graduating from NYA, Finn went on to earn a BS in Civil Engineering from RPI. Finn shared his passion for engineering, walking the class through several of the projects he worked on while employed by Cianbro, including the construction of the Sarah Mildred Long Bridge in Portsmouth; the Exxon NAG-OF Project in Baytown, TX; and the Walk Bridge Project in Norwalk, CT. Finn shared amazing photos, anecdotes, and the logistics of each project and answered numerous questions put forth by the class. Finn has returned to Maine and is currently employed as an Assistant Project Manager at Zachau Construction of Freeport.

member Ross Markonish P’19, P’23 as the teacher that had the greatest impact on him: “My high school English teacher Mr. Markonish had a tremendous impact on me. In his classes, I was challenged to be both authentic and clear while also taking significant risks. Additionally, I also loved learning in an environment when enthusiasm and goofiness for the subject matter was celebrated and encouraged. Mr. Markonish’s ability to help each student have a unique experience while still being a part of a larger group allowed me to develop uniquely and thoughtfully as a communicator.”

Charlotte Esancy ’14 and Chase Gendron ’15 were engaged on May 7!

Kristina Block ’15 is pursuing her PhD in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, with hopes of being a professor at a research-focused university. This spring, Kristina published her first article “Professional Sports and Crime: Do Professional Hockey Games Increase City-Level Crime Rates?” in the Crime & Delinquency journal.

Jenna Block ’16 is a fifth grade teacher at Matthew Thornton Elementary in Londonderry, NH. Jenna graduated Cum Laude from Saint Anselm College in 2020 with a BA in Elementary Education and Psychology.

This spring, Megan Alberding ‘18 and her teammates on the Wesleyan varsity women’s crew team placed fourth at the NCAA Division III Championships for the second time in a row.

Oliver Wahlstrom ’19 scored his first NHL goal on January 28, 2021 for the New York Islanders (#26) against the Washington Capitals.

IN MEMORIAM Announcements of deceased NYA alumni are published in the Chronicle annually and as we become aware of their passing. We invite members of the NYA community to send obituaries to the Alumni Relations Office, alumni@nya.org.

The NYA community extends its deepest sympathy to the loved ones of recently deceased alumni and friends.

ALUMNI BY CLASS YEAR 1936 Ruth Smith Douglass December 30, 2020 1941 Lois Vosmus Sanders November 23, 2020 1944 Lois Fogg Jackson May 12, 2021 1946 Calvin “Dick” Pelley February 2021 1947 Walter Zimont November 13, 2020

Hadley Gibson ’12 is the Audience Development Manager at Maine Magazine and Maine Home+Design. She gave NYA a shoutout in a recent issue featuring Yarmouth.

In his Dublin School (NH) faculty online profile, Evan Kendall ’12 acknowledged NYA’s faculty

Melvin Jones September 2021 1959 William “Terry” Brown January 16, 2021 Norma Louise Barter Pride July 13, 2021 Philip Campbell October 25, 2020 John “Jack” Neilsen December 7, 2020 Charis Storms Davis December 15, 2020

1949 Carl Henry Winslow, Sr. October 31, 2020

1960 Roger N. Vaughan April 3, 2021

1950 Roland Grant, PhD September 14, 2017

K. Allen Larrabee June 21, 2021

1951 Daniel H. Bryant, Sr. August 27, 2021

1961 Naomi Knight Enquist August 14, 2021

Alton E. Whitney October 14, 2021

1962 Thomas J. Smaha January 7, 2021

1953 Edward S. Gaudet December 9, 2020

James E. Butler June 24, 2021

1954 Elinor Richards Jones December 30, 2020

1964 Richard E. Bond March 15, 2013

Kenneth C. Allen June 28, 2021

1972 Marjorie Manning Vaughan September 8, 2021

1955 Janice Crouse Chamberlain September 27, 2021

1976 Richardson W. Selee March 18, 2021

Dale Howe June 2, 2021

1977 David Smith January 2020

1956 Patricia Lee Menchen September 8, 2021

Intro to Engineering class with guest speaker, Finn Hadlock ‘11.

Gilda Dulac Curit August 28, 2021

Melvin Pulsifer December 10, 2018 1957 Sterlin Clockedile March 19, 2021 Jack St. Pierre July 24, 2021 1958 Norma Louise Barter Pride July 13, 2021

1980 Donald Littlefield April 24, 2021 1990 Scott Andrew Moynihan January 14, 2021 2004 Reinhold Taylor “Tay” Wappler March 15, 2021

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Congratulations, Class of 2021!

Front row seats to the ceremony

Creative mortarboards - a recent tradition

Pat Alberding, Will Jackson, and Jack Thibodeau are roasted at the senior dinner

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College Acceptances 2021 American International College American University American University of Paris Assumption College Bates College (2) Belmont University Bentley University (3) University of California – San Diego College of Charleston (2) Clark University Clarkson University (2) College of Saint Rose University of Colorado Boulder Concordia University (Montreal) (2) University of Connecticut Curry College Dean College Drexel University East Carolina University Eckerd College Elmira College Elon University (4) Emerson College Emmanuel College (2) Emory University Endicott College (8) Florida Keys Community College Fordham University Franklin Pierce University (3) Grand Canyon University University of Hartford (2) High Point University (2) Hobart and William Smith Colleges (2) Hofstra University College of the Holy Cross Husson University (2) Ithaca College Keene State College Lafayette College Lake Forest College (2) Lasell College University of Maine Farmington Maine Maritime Academy University of Maine Orono (6) Manhattanville College Marist College MCPHS University Merrimack College (8)

Gift bags and flowers for the Class of 2021

Miami University – Oxford (3) Montana State University Montclair State University Mount Holyoke College New England College University of New England (5) University of New Haven Northeastern University (2) Northern Arizona University Pace University Plymouth State University (2) Providence College (2) Purdue University Quinnipiac University (2) Randolph Macon College University of Redlands Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2) University of Rhode Island Roanoke College University of Rochester (2) Roger Williams University (2) Rollins College Sacred Heart University Saint Anselm College (2) Saint Michael’s College (2) Salve Regina University Sarah Lawrence College Siena College University of South Carolina Columbia University of Southern Maine (3) Springfield College (3) St. Francis Xavier College (2) St. Lawrence University (2) St. Olaf College University of St. Thomas Stonehill College (4) Stony Brook University SUNY Potsdam Susquehanna University (2) Syracuse University University of Tampa Union College (3) University of Oregon University of St. Andrews (Scotland) Virginia Wesleyan Wheaton College (5) Williams College Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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