Park Tudor Summer Phoenix 2026 by Park Tudor School

Alumni Feature: Reggie Nesbit ’10: Defending the Digital Frontier p. 17

PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

Head of School Chris Front

Around Campus

Editor Cathy Yingling Chapelle ’87

Fourth and Fifth Graders Complete Patriot Run

Photography & Design Emma DePrez Director of Strategic Communications Cathy Yingling Chapelle ’87 Director of Development Abby Ford

2025-26 Alumni Association Board President Katie McKown Feldman ’03

The annual Patriot Run for fourth and fifth graders was held on April 24. Students trained in Health and Wellness classes for the 2-mile run around campus. They were decked out in their patriotic finery and were cheered on by fellow students, faculty, and parents. Congratulations to our runners!

Vice President Jennifer Burns ’08 Secretary Courtney Cantor Soice ’07 Treasurer Rachel Bir ’14 Past President Andy Marra ’06 Alumni Association Board of Directors Josh Broadbent ’94 Aaron Cohn ’09 Robert Flaherty ’14 Frank Hapak ’07 George Hornedo ’09 Ronald Johnson ’21 Monica Lunderman ’90 Lindsay Shake Miller ’09 Lara Naanouh ’09 Anita Mathur Nguyen ’03 Adrianne Glidewell Smith ’98 Elliott Thomasson ’07 T.J. Woodard ’06 Alumni Relations Officer Kate Weldy Broadbent ’94

1st Place Boy: Ben Dick 1st Place Girl: Katherine Behringer 2nd Place Boy: Aureliano Rocchi 2nd Place girl: Emma Du 3rd Place Boy: Alexander Bissmeyer 3rd Place Girl: Levi Feinstein

Sixth Graders Visit St. Louis

Sixth-grade students had a wonderful time on their class trip in May. They visited the St. Louis Zoo, took in a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game, and went sightseeing to many landmarks and historical places throughout the city.

Park Tudor School Mission

On the Cover Recent graduates Shreya Mallela ’26 and Issy Wallace ’26 at the Commencement Reception on May 17, 2026.

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Empowering students to thrive in heart and mind through exceptional academics and extraordinary experiences in a community where every student belongs.

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Contents Summer 2026 Features Reggie Nesbit ’10: Defending the Digital Frontier By Cathy Yingling Chapelle ’87

Departments From the Head’s Desk

News of the School

Alumni News

Class Notes

The Phoenix is published two times annually for alumni, friends, and parents of Park Tudor School. We welcome your comments and suggestions. Please send them to: Cathy Yingling Chapelle ’87, Editor Park Tudor School 7200 N. College Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46240-3016 317/415-2870 cchapelle@parktudor.org

FROM THE HEAD’S DESK

From the Head’s Desk Dear Park Tudor Community, As I have spoken with students and alumni alike over the past three years, I have been struck by how passionately they talk about the experiences they have had outside the classroom. Indeed, while we pride ourselves on providing exceptional academics at Park Tudor, we have long been and continue to be deeply committed to providing extraordinary opportunities outside the classroom. We know that these opportunities are not only among the most memorable, but are also fundamental to enabling our students to thrive in heart and mind. This understanding is built into our mission as well as our Strategic Plan, Learning with Purpose. We also know that many of the most essential skills—like teamwork, communication, resilience, and flexibility—are developed on athletic fields, performance stages, and through travel and other experiences beyond the campus gates. This issue of the Phoenix highlights some of the remarkable achievements of our students outside the classroom, including Quiz Bowl and Robotics victories, Sectional championships, and culminating performances that showcase a year of practice and growth. You’ll also read about our year-end celebrations, including our annual Awards Day tradition, where we recognize Upper School students who have contributed in countless ways to the Park Tudor community and made a lasting impact. One example of the enduring impact Park Tudor students can have is Ryan Betz ’14, who turned his passion for running into the “Ryan Running” endowed scholarship, awarded each year to a deserving Upper School student. Ryan raised the funds for the scholarship by running half marathons in all 50 states during his years at Park Tudor. I also appreciate the advice for students from Reggie Nesbit ’10 in this issue’s alumni feature: “Don’t take any day for granted, and take advantage of every opportunity. You can’t do everything, but take advantage of as much as you can. Try to live every day to the fullest but always remember to try to have fun.” He certainly exemplified that during his time at Park Tudor, where he excelled both academically and athletically, paving the way for his future success at West Point, and made the most of his opportunities, including traveling to South Africa for a Habitat for Humanity build.

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Looking ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, I am excited about the new opportunities we will be adding for students at Park Tudor. This November, we will launch “Discovery Week” in the Middle School, giving students the chance to spend a week taking a deeper dive into a single topic. It will also provide students and faculty alike with the opportunity to pursue their passions and enjoy learning simply for the joy of it. I can hardly wait to see it in action. In the meantime, I hope this summer has offered all of you opportunities to try something new, take a trip, or simply recharge your batteries with rest and relaxation. My best,

Chris Front, Head of School

Learn more about the Strategic Plan:

Learning with Purpose THE FUTURE OF PARK TUDOR

5 Presidential Scholar Candidates

112-Member Class Attending 58 Colleges

More than $11 Million in College Merit Scholarships Awarded

11 National Merit Scholarship Finalists & 8 Commended Scholars

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News of the School Commencement for Class of 2026 Celebrated on May 17 Family, friends, and faculty joined together to celebrate the 112-member class of 2026 at Park Tudor’s Commencement on Sunday, May 17 at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. A reception held in the Irsay Family Sports Center for Health and Wellness followed the ceremony. Commencement speakers included Head of School, Chris Front, who kicked off the ceremony with welcoming remarks; Dr. Rina Yadav ’11, who brought greetings from the alumni; Miles Dubie ’27, who spoke on behalf of the students; and Upper School English Teacher, Sarah Bigler, who brought greetings from the faculty.

Chris Front

Rina Yadav ’11

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Miles Dubie ’27

Sarah Bigler

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End-of-Year Traditions Honor Seniors The school year ended with long-held Park Tudor traditions, including Upper School Awards Day, the Senior Breakfast, and Senior Serenade. Despite a few rain showers, students from across campus came together to recognize our graduates as the processed through Cagle Gate for a final time.

Frank Meek Memorial Award: Leo Sniderman. This is the highest honor Park Tudor can bestow on a student for the highest degree of loyalty to Park Tudor and the community.

Fletcher, Margaret, and Rebecca Hodges Award: Alexander Cheng and Charlotte Sturman. This award is given annually to two members of the senior class who have significantly and wholeheartedly contributed to the life and spirit of Park Tudor throughout their years on campus.

Michael “Boomer” Wallace Memorial Scholarship:Alexander Cheng.

Virginia Smith Highest Academic Award: Alexander Cheng, Arnay Garhyan, Connor Kacena-Merrell, Justin Li, Henry Lorentz, Clara Myers, Avery Neiswender, Kaitlyn Park, Lilliana Quirey, Gavin Stone, Charlotte Sturman, Riti Tandra, and Owen Zhang. Fredonia Allen Memorial Scholarship: Sofia Brugh.

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Eighth Graders and Fifth Graders Mark Milestones

CUM LAUDE SOCIETY Class of 2027 New Inductees

Class of 2026 New Inductees

Class of 2026 Inducted as Juniors

Eva Berger Evan Dahlie Aryav Das Soren Hembre Anjali Pai Jianna Patel Lujayne Rimawi Sophie Seifert

Caroline Brundage William Eaton Henry Lorentz Clara Myers Rhys Napier Avery Neiswender Lilliana Quirey Leo Sniderman Gavin Stone Charlotte Sturman Layla Trammel

Alexander Cheng Arnay Garhyan Hannah Hsiao Connor KacenaMerrell Justin Li Shreya Mallela Eadith Mann Jackson Nie Kaitlyn Park Riti Tandra Owen Zhang

Panther Robotics Wins Eighth State Championship; Four Teams Earn a Trip to Worlds We were excited to celebrate the classes of 2030 and 2033 during ceremonies on May 21 as they prepare to make their transitions to Upper School and Middle School. We can’t wait to see what’s next for all of you!

On March 13-14, five Panther Robotics teams descended on Lucas Oil Stadium to compete in the Indiana State Robotics Championships. Two Middle School and two Upper School teams earned a spot in the World Championships.

Nineteen Students Inducted into Cum Laude Society

On Friday, April 24, 11 members of the class of 2026 and eight members of the class of 2027 were inducted into the Park Tudor Chapter of the Cum Laude Society. These students join 11 members of the class of 2026 who were inducted last year as juniors. There are 376 Cum Laude chapters nationwide; Park Tudor is one of four schools in Indiana with a chapter. 2026 Young Alumni Impact Award recipient Richard Ni ’11 and alumnus CJ Harrington ’13 joined us as guest speakers at the event. Richard and CJ shared memories from their times at Park Tudor, insights from their careers, and advice for our Upper School students. Each spring, Park Tudor faculty members who are members of the Cum Laude Society meet to elect the new members of Cum Laude. Membership in the Cum Laude Society is limited by its national bylaws to no more than 20% of the senior class. Juniors may be inducted, but this is limited to those students who have received only grades of A for all semester grades at Park Tudor through the end of the fall semester of their junior year. Congratulations to all the inductees!

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6842A Apollo—Ted Engel, Owen Evans, Shazi Mohsin, Audrey Ongwijitwat, Kate Pesavento, and Riley Toste—won the Middle School Tournament Champion trophy. The squad finished eliminations with a 7-1 record. Halapeños, from Heritage Christian, selected them as their alliance partner. The topseeded alliance dominated the eliminations to win the Indiana State Championship. Apollo also finished second in skills and won the coveted Design Award. This State Championship marks the eighth Indiana State title in nine years. 6842 Underscore—Hudson Aikin and Daniel Opyrchal—were chosen by a Covenant Christian team to be the thirdseeded alliance. That team upset the second-seeded alliance to face Apollo and Halopeños in the finals. Although they were defeated in the finals, Underscore also earned the Innovate Award, given to a team with an effective, well-documented design process for a novel aspect of the robot. By virtue of their awards and tournament finishes, both Middle School teams advance to the World Championships.

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6842K Killer Instinct—Luke Aikin, Izzy Cohen, Arnay Garyhan, Aneesh Gupta, and Rishi Nagireddy— finished qualifications in first place out of 64 teams, and also finished second in skills. The team chose Meta Mafia from Heritage Christian as their alliance partner. Unfortunately, this topseeded alliance was upset in the semifinals. Killer Instinct had previously earned a berth to the World Championships back in November by winning the Speedway Signature Tournament, so they did not need to qualify at the State tournament. However, their semifinal finish and secondplace skills score also would have propelled them to Worlds. 6842V, Vicious Vortex— Mason Bohm, Praneel Daliboyina, Lorelei Davis, Jackson Harper, and Keshav Krishnan—went 5-3 in eliminations, landing them in 12th place. However, the team’s reputation as a solid competitor compelled Franklin Central’s AutoFlashes: Kachow squad to pick them as part of the second-seeded alliance. Unfortunately, that alliance was upset in the quarterfinals. However, Vortex’s high skills score earned them a berth in the World Championships. 6842N Nitro—Jacob Cairns, Ary Das, and Maor King—finished qualifications with a 4-4 record and a skills score of 113. Unfortunately, neither was enough to earn a spot at Worlds.

Middle School Students Perform Frozen Jr. for Excited Audiences Nearly sold-out crowds enjoyed three stellar performances of Frozen Jr. April 24-26. Congratulations to the many Middle School students—supported by several Upper School students— who made this production such a tremendous success. Leading up to the show, Hilbert Center and Lower School students enjoyed being greeted by Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and the other main characters during school drop-off.

Second Grade Presents at Annual Animal Fair In March, second graders applied their reading, writing, research, and presentation skills as they shared their animal reports with parents, teachers, and student visitors. Our budding animal experts did a phenomenal job!

Spring Break Service Trip to Costa Rica: Learning, Serving, and Exploring

Over spring break, a group of Middle School students embarked on an unforgettable service trip to Costa Rica alongside students from Sycamore School. The experience blended meaningful community service with cultural immersion and outdoor adventure, leaving students with lasting memories and a deeper understanding of global citizenship. Throughout the week, students worked on several hands-on service projects that directly benefited the local community. One of their primary efforts involved environmental conservation: students helped upload and record data about animals living in the surrounding forest. This included tracking sightings and information about remarkable wildlife such as pumas, ocelots, and jaguars. By contributing to this database, students played a small but important role in ongoing conservation efforts. In addition to their environmental work, students contributed to community infrastructure projects. A major project involved helping to finish the walls of a compost toilet. This sustainable structure will serve as a model that can be replicated throughout the community, promoting environmentally friendly sanitation solutions.

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NEWS OF THE SCHOOL While service was at the heart of the trip, students also had plenty of opportunities for fun and cultural exchange. They soared through the treetops on a thrilling ziplining adventure, gaining a bird’s-eye view of the lush rainforest. Friendly soccer matches with local community members fostered connections that went beyond language barriers. A peaceful river cruise allowed students to observe Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity up close, reinforcing the importance of the conservation work they supported.

Park Tudor Quiz Bowl Wins Small School National Championship; Continues to Build Success

One of the highlights for many was learning to make tortillas from scratch, an experience that provided a hands-on introduction to local cuisine and traditions. Moments like these helped students better appreciate the culture and daily life of the community they were visiting. Overall, the trip was a powerful combination of service, learning, and adventure. Students returned home not only with new skills and knowledge but also with a greater appreciation for teamwork, sustainability, and cultural connection.

Fourth-Grade Entrepreneurs Present Business Ideas at Annual Fair Revive Food, Wakey Wakey 2000, Cool Cup, and more! Our fourthgrade ideators presented some incredible business concepts at their annual Entrepreneur Fair on Wednesday, May 6.

JK2 Students Exude Sunshine During Annual Spring Sing Our JK2 students got all spruced up and wowed the crowds during their annual Spring Sing in May.

Park Tudor competed at the NAQT Small School National Championship tournament as one of 154 teams and over 1,000 students from across the country. Coached by Sven Dubie and Emily Hoff, the program has grown rapidly and, for the first time, sent three teams to nationals—Evan Dahlie, Kai Quan, Jason Shao, Gavin Sigua, Ezra Skaggs, Evan Ting, Amina Williams, Kelvin Yan, and Sameer Zaidi. Park Tudor Team A—consisting of Evan Dahlie, Gavin Sigua, Evan Ting, and Sameer Zaidi—put together a dominant run, going a perfect 17–0 over two days to capture the first-ever Quiz Bowl National Championship title for both Park Tudor and the state of Indiana. Captain Evan Ting was also recognized as a tournament All-Star, capping off an incredible weekend for the team.

Since its inception during the 2022-23 school year, the Park Tudor Quiz Bowl team quickly established itself as a formidable presence at the local, state, and national level. The team came into existence quite inauspiciously when Aashiv Jain, ’25 set up a Quiz Bowl table at the annual Upper School club fair in the fall of 2022. Having drawn the interest of a number of students who shared his enthusiasm for organizing the team, Jain then approached Spanish teacher, Emily “Profe” Hoff to see if she would be willing to be the faculty sponsor. In subsequent conversation, Hoff mentioned the idea to her colleague, history teacher Sven Dubie, who had co-sponsored a Quiz Bowl team at Park Tudor in the early 2010s. Dubie indicated he would be interested in collaborating with her as a faculty co-sponsor and practices began in the winter of 2022-23. There is a widespread assumption that Quiz Bowl is merely an organized trivia contest or high school form of Jeopardy! And

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while there is some truth in those notions, the reality is success at Quiz Bowl comes from years of informal and formal study of topics as diverse as literature, history, mythology, music, political history, science, math, and popular culture. The team’s first tournament was the Indiana Area Quiz Bowl Tournament in January of 2023. It was an auspicious beginning for the team. They won all seven of their matches, including a close final against North Central. The victory qualified them to participate in the elite High School National Championship Tournament—the premiere event of the Quiz Bowl season— during their inaugural year of play. In each successive season, Park Tudor Quiz Bowl has grown stronger and larger. With the addition of new “Bowlers”—as players are often called—Park Tudor now typically fields two or three teams in tournaments, with its first and second teams usually placing in the top ranks of any given competition, if not winning them. Indeed, Park Tudor has qualified each of the successive years for the national tournament in Atlanta—placing an impressive 4th nationally this past May. When he was inspired to start a Quiz Bowl team at Park Tudor, Aashiv Jain clearly had a sense that there would be interest in a club that provided an opportunity for students to engage in academic competitions. But he likely had no idea the powerhouse that would soon emerge. With the continued enthusiasm and dedication that is a hallmark of Park Tudor’s Quiz Bowl program, the future looks to be very bright indeed.

Micah Johnson ’09 Visits Lower School

Park Tudor Alumni Board Launches Lunch & Learn Series with Frank Hapak ’07

The Park Tudor Alumni Board has launched a new Lunch & Learn series designed to introduce Park Tudor Upper School students to a variety of professions and career paths. Held periodically throughout the year, each session will feature a moderator and one or more PT alumni professionals who will share insights about their field, career journeys, and day-to-day work. Students are encouraged to come ready to listen, learn, and engage with the panelists’ experiences. Each session will conclude with time for students to ask thoughtful questions and connect with the speakers. The Board hopes that these Lunch and Learn sessions will create a comfortable, engaging setting where students can ask questions, exchange ideas, and grow their knowledge! On Wednesday, March 18, Frank Hapak ’07 joined us for a discussion moderated by Dr. Francisco Hidalgo to talk about his experiences in investment banking and private equity. He is currently a Managing Director at Trivest Partners, a private equity firm with over $6 billion in assets under management that partners with founder- and family-owned businesses.

Third Graders Celebrate Changemakers

Park Tudor alum Micah Johnson ’09 visited the Lower School on March 5 to share his new book, “Aku: Journey to Ibra,” with the students. He spoke with them about his journey from Major League Baseball to becoming an artist and storyteller. Micah is the creator of Aku, a character that began as an animated figure and grew into a widely recognized cultural phenomenon. Aku has appeared on the cover of TIME Magazine and inspired young readers and creators around the world.

An annual tradition, third-graders presented short biographies of different "Changemakers of the World" at the Living History Museum. Exhibits ranged from Dolly Parton and Albert Einstein to Amelia Earhart, Malala Yousafzai, George Washington and more. PARK TUDOR PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

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Students in the News * During the IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon on May 2, fifth grader Ben Dick broke the half-marathon World Record for his age group with a time of 1:20:14. He placed 181 overall. Way to go, Ben!

Retiring Faculty Honored at End-of-Year Luncheon Park Tudor honored three retiring faculty members at a luncheon at the end of the school year. Ellen Todd, Lower School Administrative Assistant: Ellen enjoyed a 25-year career as an elementary school teacher 13 of which were here at Park Tudor - before becoming the administrative assistant for the Lower School. As Lower School Administrative Assistant, Ellen has been a welcoming presence for students and parents, and has performed a variety of duties, including overseeing the Lower School yearbook. Parents will miss her creative videos reminding them to check the lost-andfound, and colleagues will miss her calming presence as the “glue” that helps hold the Lower School together.

* Junior Ary Das and his partner were awarded first place and $6,000 in the Physics and Astronomy category at the 76th annual Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. Their project was titled "A Novel Hybrid Computational Framework for Solar Alfvén Wave Analysis and Tokamak Heating Optimization Using Parker Solar Probe Data." * Senior Mia Rettig and sophomore Claire Kashman were selected to participate in the Songbook Academy this summer. Sponsored by the Great American Songbook Foundation, the Songbook Academy is a transformative summer music intensive that immerses high school singers in America’s musical heritage and fosters artistic identity through song. This year’s academy was held July 11-18 and was a week of music, mentorship, and growth, with participants working alongside an incredible lineup of faculty and guest mentors. * Senior Riti Tandra’s essay won the state-level Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Essay Contest. Riti advanced to the Midwestern competition, encompassing five states.

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Amy Kerr, Middle School French Teacher: Amy has worn many hats during her 24 years at Park Tudor. She joined the school in 2002 and has taught in the Lower, Middle and Upper Schools. Amy taught both French and Spanish and served as World Languages Department Chair. From 2016-2018, she served as Interim Director of the Middle School. Most recently, she served as International Trips Coordinator and Director of Community Engaged Learning. She is an active member of the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), has led Middle School trips to Costa Rica, and has chaperoned Middle School European trips. Neysa Leichty, Upper School French Teacher: Neysa taught French at Park Tudor for four years. Before joining Park Tudor, she spent 21 years at Huntington County Community Schools teaching French 1, 2, 3, 4 and AP French, as well as Spanish 1. She has also been an adjunct professor teaching French at Huntington University, and taught both French and Spanish at Muncie Community Schools.

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Sports News Photos taken by Students in Studio 72 and edited by Gail Ratcliff ’28

Boys Lacrosse

Girls Tennis

The boys lacrosse team finished the season with a 12-6 record and ranked #7 in Indiana Class 1A after losing in the State Quarterfinals against #2 Saint Joseph (South Bend). Despite a small roster, the team earned victories over five 2A (largeschool) teams during the regular season.

In 2026, the girls tennis team included 44 players representing all levels of competition. The varsity team finished with an outstanding 17–4 record, while the JV team posted a 3–7–1 record. The varsity team’s only losses came against three of the top-ranked teams in the state, and the season concluded with Park Tudor ranked #4 in the state.

Statistical leaders on the 2026 team were: freshman Max Sturman (45 goals), sophomore Collin Huntington (16 assists), senior Carson Shattuck (73 ground balls), and senior Jackson Todt (32 takeaways, 8th in division 1A). Senior goalie Adam Wilkerson finished the year ranked #5 in the state of Indiana (all divisions) in both goals against average (6.4) and save percentage (63.4%). Senior Jackson Nie’s .645 faceoff percentage was good for #8 in division 1A. Sturman was the leading freshman goal scorer in Indiana (all divisions). Todt was named to the Indiana All-Class 1A Team as one of the top defensemen in the entire division. 2026 Team Awards were awarded to: • Freshman Noah Schenck (Courage Award) • Senior Jackson Nie (Compassion Award & Most Valuable Offensive Player) • Senior Jackson Todt (Learning With Purpose Award) • Junior Lucas Deatherage (Living With Purpose Award) • Freshman Max Sturman (Newcomer of the Year) • Sophomore Christian Todt (Most Improved Defensive Player) • Junior Ryker Harris (Most Improved Offensive Player) • Senior Adam Wilkerson (Most Valuable Defensive Player) • Senior Carson Shattuck, sophomore Paddy Flanagan, and sophomore Jacob Wilcox (Coach’s Awards) This year’s team would have been nowhere near as successful without the contributions of its seven graduating seniors: Leo Sniderman, Carson Shattuck, Adam Wilkerson (captain), Jackson Todt (captain), Aden Hawkins, Jackson Nie (captain), and Vlad Aslanov-Ohler. The loss of this crucial group will pose a challenge, but the program has a large crop of talented rising ninth graders on the way. The 2027 team will be led by captains Lucas Deatherage, Ryker Harris, Collin Huntington, and Jacob Wilcox.

Following the IHSAA tournament realignment, Park Tudor faced #2-ranked Brebeuf in the Sectional Championship match. In one of the most memorable contests of the season, the team battled to a thrilling 3–2 victory to claim the Sectional title. Advancing to the Regional tournament, Park Tudor defeated South Vermillion 5–0 in the opening round. The Regional Championship match pitted the Panthers against Carmel in another closely contested battle. Despite a tremendous effort, Park Tudor fell 3–2 in a heartbreaking match. Carmel went on to capture the IHSAA State Team Championship, underscoring the strength of the competition and the remarkable season. The Panthers also captured the PT Invite Tournament championship for the first time in several years. The PT Invite has developed into one of the premier tournaments in the state, bringing together outstanding competition from Brownsburg, Fishers, Columbus North, Hamilton Southeastern, Jasper, Penn, University, and Park Tudor. The team fought very hard in the Marion County Girls Tournament, defeating Lutheran 5-0 before losing in the Quarterfinals to Brebeuf 4-1. Marissa Benge, Simona Ciaccia, Sophie Driscoll and Shreya Mallela were named Marion County Coaches of Girls Sports Association All County. The Panthers also captured the Pioneer Athletic Association Conference (PAAC) Tournament championship for the sixth time since joining the conference. Our players and team were recognized with the following honors: 1st Team All-State Singles: Shreya Mallela 2nd Team All-State Singles: Marissa Benge 1st Team All-State Doubles: Simona Ciaccia and Sophie Driscoll PARK TUDOR PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

SPORTS NEWS Academic All-State (cumulative GPA of 3.6 or higher): Skylar Badman, Marissa Benge, Simona Ciaccia, Sophie Driscoll, Annamaria Ebersole, Ellie Held, and Shreya Mallela. PAAC Academic All-Conference (juniors & seniors with 3.75 GPA or higher): Anna Bedano, Amy Chen, Simona Ciaccia, Sophie Driscoll, Annamaria Ebersole, Arie Jones, Quincy Katz, Anna Kleiman, Shreya Mallela, Zainjab Najam, Riya Rink, Sophie Schmidt, Khushi Shah, and Riti Tandra. The following Team Awards were given out for 2026: • JV Panther Award (New): Ashlyn Evans and Addie Welsch • Coaches Award: Annie Warner • Spirit Award: Anna Kleiman • Most Improved: Skylar Badman • Rookie of the Year: Ellie Held • Mental Attitude: Marissa Benge • MVP: Simona Ciaccia and Sophie Driscoll • Leadership Awards: Marissa Benge and Shreya Mallela

Baseball

the field next spring. PAAC Academic All-Conference: Julius Payner, Daniel Shore, Jack Clarke, Miles Dubie, Dominic Gasper, Samuel Louis, Oliver Eve, and Derek Ai. PAAC All-Conference: Oliver Eve, Desmond Francis, Julius Payner, Cooper Girton, and Miles Dubie, with Desmond Francis being named the PAAC Conference Player of The Year. At the Marion County level, senior Desmond Francis was named the Player of The Year, senior Oliver Eve was named to the First Team and junior Cooper Girton was Honorable Mention. At the state level, seniors Julius Payner and Luke Aikin earned Academic All-State honors. Team honors and awards: • MVP: Desmond Francis • Co-Mental Attitude: Julius Payner and Miles Dubie • Mr. Hustle: Jack Clarke • Most Improved: Cooper Girton • The Reichel Award: Oliver Eve • The Crown Award: Desmond Francis

Softball

The baseball team had a tremendous 2026 season, ending the year with an overall record of 18-7, finishing 4-0 in the PAAC Conference and being crowned PAAC Conference Champions. The team spent most of the year ranked in the top 10 in class 2A, but were defeated by the University Trailblazers 4-3 in the IHSAA Sectional Semifinal. The Panthers started the season with their annual spring break trip to Nashville, Tennessee, where the team went 3-0. While the Panthers lost a few key seniors from their 2025 team, they had strong senior and junior classes to help lead the way. The team was led offensively by seniors Desmond Francis (.474 BA, 33 RBI) and Oliver Eve (.418 BA, 38 RBI), along with junior Cooper Girton (.378 BA). On the mound the team relied on juniors Miles Dubie (36 IP, 2.10 ERA) and Dominic Gasper (20 IP, 3.32 ERA), and seniors Desmond Francis (35 IP, 2.75 ERA) and Luke Aiken (22 IP, 2.82 ERA). The Panthers posted some strong offensive numbers and hit .274 as an entire team while scoring 212 runs. The team will be graduating eight fantastic seniors that they will certainly miss as they head into the 2027 season. The team would like to acknowledge, congratulate, and commend seniors Samuel Louis, Luke Aikin, Oliver Eve, Daniel Shore, Desmond Francis, Julius Payner, Eland Edwards, and Braden Armantrout. The team will be returning six starters for the 2027 season along with some talented underclassmen that will be contributing on

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The varsity softball team closed out the 2025-26 season with a 3-7 overall record and went 1-2 in PAAC Conference play. While the wins didn’t always come easy, this group never stopped competing. The Panthers brought energy, effort, and a positive attitude to the field every day — and it showed in how they played for one another all season long. The team capped the year with a postseason appearance in the IHSAA Class 2A Softball State Tournament at Sectional 42 in Monrovia, a fitting reward for a group that worked hard and had fun doing it. A special thank you to the seniors on the team—Rhys Napier, Sofia Brugh, Nya Wright, and Ysabella Conner—who gave everything they had to this program. Their leadership, heart, and presence on this team will not be forgotten. They will be deeply missed.

Boys Golf The boys golf team kicked off their season on Saturday, April 18, competing in the Joe Moehring Golf Invitational at Forest Hills Country Club in Richmond, Indiana. The team shot a 370 which earned them sixth place overall out of 13 teams; senior Hudson Messer was Low Medalist for the event. They followed that up with a dual meet vs. North Central on April 21, losing 160-193.

SPORTS NEWS In the Marion County Tournament on Monday, April 27 at South Grove Golf Course, a total of 16 teams competed. The Panthers finished 10th overall, shooting a 350.

Boys Volleyball

On Friday, June 5, the Panthers competed in the IHSAA Sectional Tournament at Maple Creek Country Club. The team finished fifth out of 11 teams with a score of 335. Hudson Messer finished third overall, shooting 73. He advanced individually to the Regional. In the Regional Tournament on June 11, Hudson shot a 76, finishing out of the top three spots and ending his season. The boys volleyball team finished their season with an overall record of 7-10, going 1-3 in PAAC Conference play. The team kicked off their season with a tournament on March 21, where the Panthers went 2-1. They posted victories over Traders Point Christian (2-0) and Providence Christo Rey (2-0) before losing to University High School (2-1). They followed that up with a 3-1 loss to Greenwood, and wins over Purdue Broad Ripple (3-0) and the International School (3-1).

Girls Lacrosse The varsity girls lacrosse team finished its successful season with a 17-6 loss in the first round of playoffs to #4-ranked Carmel High School. While the team finished with a 4-12 record, the Panthers were playing their second season at the 2A-level of Indiana Girls Lacrosse, the highest level of competition. Park Tudor is by far the smallest school in 2A.

The Panthers then posted a string of tough losses to Guerin Catholic (3-0), University High School (3-0), Greenwood Christian Academy (3-0), and Southport (3-0), before bouncing back with wins over Irvington Preparatory Academy (3-0) and Herron High School (3-1) to finish off April. They started May with losses on the road to Pike High School (3-1) and Shortridge (3-1), followed by a loss at home to New Palestine (3-0). In the Sectional tournament, the Panthers posted a big 3-2 victory over University High School, but lost to North Central 3-0 in the second round to end their season.

This year’s game highlights included a resounding 18-4 win over Warren Central to begin the season, a 17-7 win over 1A Semi-State Finalist Fishers High School, and an 11-4 win over 2A Penn. On offense, the team was led by Lauren Richer, who had 54 goals, 44 draw controls, and 21 ground balls; Avery Neiswender, with 16 goals, 17 assists, and 18 draw controls; Issy Wallace, who had 22 goals and 27 ground balls; and Ella Nie, who contributed 19 goals. The defense was led by Charlotte Sturman, who had 19 ground balls, and goalie Vivian John, who had 109 saves on the season. The coaches would like to thank the team’s seniors: Lulu Holden, Avery Neiswender, Elizabeth Pasquesi, Lauren Richer, Charlotte Sturman, and Issy Wallace. The senior class ended its career with a State Championship and a State runner-up title, which propelled the program into 2A for the players’ junior and senior years. Their legacy will have a lasting impact on the trajectory of the program moving forward.

Robert Hueni was named PAAC Conference Player of the Year. Alex Cheng earned First Team All-Conference, and Gabriel Sanich was All-Conference Honorable Mention. Gabriel Sanich, Sahan Gangireddy, Alex Cheng, Robert Hueni, Henry Navarrete, Henry Lorentz, and Lorenzo Nofrini earned Academic All-State.

Track and Field

The track and field team put together one of its strongest seasons, highlighted by the largest roster ever, a program record in field event points, PAAC Conference Championships for both the boys and girls teams, and a State Championship appearance. The indoor season started strong, with 11 athletes qualifying for the Indoor State Championships and two events earning state PARK TUDOR PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

SPORTS NEWS medals (top-8 finishes): Emma Warner in the High Jump (4th) and the Girls 4x800 Relay team of Kylie Ritz, Lauren Lo, Maddie Harris, and Olivia Bryant (7th). The outdoor season brought even more success. Both the boys and girls teams won the PAAC Conference Championship, and the girls won the 16-way PT Invite meet. Seven athletes advanced to the Regional Championships: Ella Sorrell in the Shot Put and Discus, Emma Warner in the High Jump, Sam Housten in the 3200 meters, and Sydney Ritz, Olivia Bryant, Maddie Harris, and Kylie Ritz in the Girls 4x800 Relay.

Spring 2026 Crown Award Winners

Emma Warner finished as the Regional runner-up in the High Jump and qualified for the State Championship, where she placed 16th. Twelve athletes earned Academic All-Conference honors, and fifteen athletes ranked in the top 25% statewide in their events. Congratulations to all athletes, coaches, and families on an outstanding season. A special thank you to our seniors: Sean Choi, Isaiah Hayes, Avi Holden, Justin Li, Gavin Stone, and Owen Zhang for their leadership, commitment, and lasting contributions to the program.

Desmond Francis ’26

Season Awards • Field MVP: Emma Warner, Jameson Harney • Track MVP: Kylie Ritz, Sam Housten • Spirit of the Sport Award: Maren Smith, Solomon DeVine • Panther Award: Maddie Harris, Quinn Rogers • 4-Year Varsity Award: Avi Holden • Rising Star Award: Maleah Ledet, Roman Duncan • Coaches’ Award: Sasha Davis, Navraj Brar

Spring Signings These class of 2026 student-athletes have committed to continuing their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level. • Thomas Lillo: Football at Rose-Hulman • Marissa Benge: Tennis at DePauw University • Landon Guerra: Football at the University of Chicago • Oliver Eve: Baseball at St. Olaf College • Caden Hobbs: Football at Gannon University • Desmond Francis: Baseball at the University of Notre Dame • Simone Hall: Diving at Harvard University • Gabriel Sanich: Volleyball and Soccer at Wabash College

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Lauren Richer ’26

ALUMNI FEATURE

Reggie Nesbit ’10: Defending the Digital Frontier By Cathy Yingling Chapelle ’87

Reggie Nesbit ’10 has spent more than a decade serving his country and helping to keep Americans safe from foreign adversaries. Following his graduation from West Point, where he earned his B.S. in Information Technology while playing football for four years, he was on active duty in the United States Army for 10 years, eventually becoming Cybersecurity Engineering Lead for the Department of Defense’s Strategic Cybersecurity Program. Two years ago he transitioned to the private sector, and now works as Solutions Architect for the National Security and Operations Sector for Parsons Government Solutions in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. He continues to serve in the Army Reserves as Systems Engineer. I recently caught up with Reggie to learn more.

What drew you to pursue a career in the military? I come from a military family. My father served 21 years in the U.S. Army and my mom was a government civilian with 35 years of service, so I have service in my blood. I’ve always felt a calling to serve and had a desire to be part of something greater than myself, and enjoyed the selflessness of giving back. How did you get into cybersecurity? When I started at West Point I had every intention of becoming a lawyer - I’ve always been a very passionate person who may or may not like to argue - but then I took my first I.T. class in college and I was hooked. That was in 2010/2011, and I also saw

Reggie Nesbit ’10 and Colleague at Fort Hood PARK TUDOR PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

ALUMNI FEATURE FEATURE Until recently cybersecurity has been a bit of an afterthought; I think now we know that it can’t be an afterthought. There are new cyber tools developed every day so we are constantly playing catch up. AI has added another layer of complexity; now we have a new player that enables us and our adversaries. Everything is moving faster and we are no longer protecting against an individual sitting at a keyboard; we’re battling a computer and we don’t know everything about the tool. There will still need to be human oversight, however, to bring a moral and ethical compass into the equation. How did your time at Park Tudor prepare you for what you are doing now?

Playing Football for Army

West Point Graduation

the shift in technology and how it was really starting to ramp up and I saw so many opportunities in the field especially as it relates to defense; it has become really key to secure everything so that our adversaries don’t gain an advantage. How have you managed the transition from the military to the private sector? It’s definitely been a transition; I was on active duty for more than 10 years, from May 2014 to August 2024. I was fortunate that my last assignment at Fort Meade was working with civilians and contractors, so I was able to use that as a way to facilitate my transition. My last assignment was also in intelligence and strategic command, so it was less in the field and more about using my analytical skills and working with people, so that was helpful. My mom was a civilian working with the government, as well, for many years, so she was a great role model for me. But it is a unique experience to transition to a contracting company supporting the military. I’m no longer putting on a uniform and reporting to formations each day. I’ve replaced those routines with other routines. I am in the Army Reserves so I still get to assume the duties and the customs of the military one weekend a month which is a cool dichotomy - I can grow my beard the rest of the month.

My time at Park Tudor and the time management skills that I learned certainly paved the way for me to be successful at West Point and beyond. All the nights I spent at sports practices and studying helped me learn to balance multiple things at once. I also give credit to my parents, my friends’ parents, and my teachers for always finding ways to push me to do that next activity and complete that next assignment. In the summers, for example, they were always telling me about books I needed to read or a conference I needed to attend to help me be successful. I learned to use my free time to get ahead and prepare, because I knew that once the school year hit I wouldn’t have time. What are your favorite Park Tudor memories? I think the most fun science project I ever had was the Eighth Grade Boat Race. I also remember the trips; we went to Chicago in seventh grade, and then freshman year I took a trip to South Africa to help with Habitat for Humanity. And of course I have lots of sports memories, like our basketball state championship run my senior year - I have great memories of the four-overtime game at Forest Park. What advice do you have for current Park Tudor students who might want to follow in your footsteps? Don’t take any day for granted, and take advantage of every opportunity. Park Tudor offers so many opportunities. You can’t do everything, but take advantage of as much as you can. Try to live every day to the fullest but always remember to try to have fun. You will make lifelong friends at Park Tudor and those relationships will carry into adulthood. And, thank your teachers; you never know when you’ll have a chance to talk to them again.

What are the biggest misconceptions civilians have about cybersecurity? I think it’s mostly that there is a lot happening behind the scenes that many don’t see or ever hear about. The civilian world is at a disadvantage because of clearances and need-toknow to learn about most of what is happening in the world of cybersecurity. As a result, what the public hears about events after-the-fact in a potentially watered-down version of what happened. Most civilians don’t think about what happens behind the scenes. For example last summer when the United States executed operations in Iran, cybersecurity helped set the stage. It was essential to getting our assets where they needed to be, and then to protect those assets from our adversaries. I work on the protection side of cybersecurity, and there is so much that goes into maintaining our systems for national security that doesn’t get recognized.

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Reggie’s First Salute

Reggie with his wife, Kelsey

ALUMNI FEATURE

Alumni News Hundreds Return to Campus During Alumni Weekend The weekend of April 24-25 brought hundreds of alumni from near and far back to campus to catch up with classmates and former teachers. On Friday evening, we honored Distinguished Alumni Award recipients Douglas Hicks ’86 and Chris Stack ’91, as well as Young Alumni Impact Award recipient, Richard Ni ’11. Scan the QR code to view more photos from the weekend.

New Members Join Alumni Association Board of Directors The Park Tudor Alumni Association elected the following alumni to serve on the Board of Directors starting in September 2026: Vikram Dhindsa ’04 Chris Elbrecht ’14 Rob Goad ’04 Henry Lanham ’08 RJ Stuart ’07 Trinitie Terrell ’20 Mary Cislak Tresize ’00 Adrienne Watson Jennings ’06 Anisha Yadav ’09 Officers for the 2026-2027 school year are:

Members of the Park Tudor Alumni Association Board of Directors are required to serve one two-year term (with the option of serving two additional terms), participate in monthly board meetings, serve on at least one alumni committee, be a member of the Alumni Association, and support the school’s Annual Fund. The Park Tudor Alumni Board represents the diverse communities of Park School, Tudor Hall, and Park Tudor Alumni and carries on the mission and goal of the Alumni Association. Candidates should possess leadership capabilities and make a strong commitment to the Alumni Association and its projects. Please contact Kate Broadbent (kbroadbent@parktudor.org) to nominate a potential member.

President: Katie McKown Feldman ’03 Vice President: Jennifer Burns ’08 Secretary: Courtney Cantor Soice ’07 Treasurer: Rachel Bir ’14 PARK TUDOR PHOENIX SUMMER 2026

ALUMNI NEWS

March Madness: Congratulations Class of 2003! The class of 2003 rallied together to reach 22% participation during our annual Madness of March Alumni Giving Challenge. Their class will receive a $250 stipend to put towards a class reunion gathering. We are grateful to the 119 alumni from 2001 to 2021 who have made a contribution to the Annual Fund this year. The Annual Fund is the engine behind the experiences that define a Park Tudor education. It bridges the critical gap between tuition and the true cost of a PT education—funding opportunities, resources, and programs that set Park Tudor apart and make it the special place it is. Thank you to all of the alumni who supported the Annual Fund this year, and thank you to the Indianapolis-area alums who joined us at our gathering at Binkley’s Kitchen and Bar on March 19 to watch March Madness basketball games.

Class Notes 1974

Will Higgins and Lisa Hendrickson ’77 (pictured right) led a discussion after the movie “Dead Man’s Wire” at Kan-Kan Cinema in Indianapolis on May 5. The film is about Tony Kiritsis’s kidnapping of Dick Hall in Indianapolis in 1977, an event that Newsweek named one of the top ten national news stories of that year. Several years ago Lisa co-authored Dick Hall’s memoir, Kiritsis and Me: Enduring 63 Hours at Gunpoint, and Will interviewed Kiritsis as a reporter for the Indianapolis Star. They discussed their experiences, as well as the factual and fictional aspects of the movie, and took questions from the audience.

2012

Madison Foster (pictured left) is a Training Specialist for Liberty Mutual, and lives in Westfield, Indiana. She writes “I’ve not reached out to update in quite a while, so just sending along a little family update and photo! I’m forever grateful for my time at PT, and I’ll always cherish the community I still have anytime I’m on campus.”

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Austin Kyker has been working at Google for the past seven years. He currently leads an engineering team in New York City working on Google’s AI product Gemini.

2017

Thomas Bamforth graduated from Emory University in 2021, and then spent three years in Washington D.C. before earning his MBA from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler last year. He is now building digital health startups and leading venture studio operations at Eshelman Innovation at UNC.

2019

Rebecca Bamforth graduated from Emory University in 2023 with degrees in Business Administration and Psychology. Following graduation, she returned to Indianapolis to join Eli Lilly’s corporate brand team, where she worked on campaigns for partners like Team USA for the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Pacers, and the Fever. Since then, she has joined Lilly’s Global Disease State Awareness team, developing education campaigns for the company’s offices around the world.

2021

Elijah Miller graduated on May 2 from Tiffin University with a degree in Cybersecurity.

2022

Alex Badman graduated from the University of Notre Dame on May 17. He majored in finance and is hoping to pursue a career on Wall Street. Rex Burkman graduated Cum Laude from the University of Notre Dame on May 17. He majored in political science with minors in data science and business, and won the prize for best senior thesis in American politics. He plans to pursue a graduate degree in political science.

CLASS NOTES Johnny Curry graduated from DePauw University in May, and will be working at Carmel Glass & Mirror as a salesman. Peter Dubie graduated this spring from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts in both Economics and International and Public Affairs. He was a captain of the baseball team, earning Academic All-Ivy honors and helped lead the team to its first Ivy League Championship Series since 2007. This summer he is playing in the Cape Cod League for the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox. He will be using his last year of college athletic eligibility at Indiana University while studying Business Management at The Kelley School of Business. From there, he plans to pursue a law degree. Morgan Emerson graduated in the spring from Miami University (Ohio) with a major in Kinesiology and a minor in Gerontology. In the fall, she plans to begin nursing school at Indiana University, with the longterm goal of becoming a nurse practitioner, most likely specializing in geriatrics. Chloe English graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Elementary Education with concentrations in the Science of Reading and Special Education. She will be working at Park Tudor as a kindergarten teacher starting in the fall. Anna Gill graduated Magna Cum Laude from Denison University this spring with a Bachelor of Arts in History. She was a History Fellow and won two history department awards. This fall, she is starting at Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C. Isabel Goodwin was recently inducted into Phi Beta Kappa (ΦBK). She graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington in the spring. Isa Hanson graduated on May 9 from the University of Wisconsin– Madison with a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology from the College of Letters & Science. During her time at UW–Madison, she was named to the Dean’s List and this spring she had a research poster accepted for presentation at the American Psychological Association (APA) Annual Convention. She will be pursuing a Premedical Post-Baccalaureate Certificate at Northeastern University, where she will continue taking science coursework as she prepares to apply to medical school. She will continue gaining clinical experience by working as a CNA or Medical Assistant at one of Boston’s teaching hospitals. Abbie Harris graduated in the spring from the College of Education, Health, and Society at Miami University (Ohio), earning a B.S. in Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health. Given her high academic attainments, Harris was chosen to deliver the commencement address for her college’s graduation ceremony. Inspired by her kinesiology professor, Harris spoke about the true meaning of the word commencement. She reminded her peers not to see graduation as an end, but rather as the start of a new chapter, urging them to use their education as a “foundation for lifelong learning, rooted in our own volition to be curious.” True to her own words, Harris will begin her nursing studies at Xavier University this fall. Kaleb Harris graduated from DePauw University in May with a degree in biochemistry and a minor in Hispanic studies. He will be pursuing a Masters in Medical Science (MSMS) at Indiana University-Indianapolis with the goal of eventually enrolling in Indiana University’s School of Medicine. Jose Lacy graduated from the University of Notre Dame on May 17 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. She is moving to Madison, Wisconsin to work for Epic Systems, a health care software company, as a quality manager. Emma Miller graduated Summa Cum Laude from Butler University on May 17 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science. She started dental school at Indiana University in July. Colina Miroff graduated from Vanderbilt University on May 8 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Organizational Development with minors in Business and Psychology. She is moving to Chicago to work at Latham & Watkins LLP (a global law firm) in their post-

graduate Business Service Trainee two-year rotational program. In this program, she will participate in four different rotations, gaining handson experience across various areas of the law firm. Raiden Miyamoto graduated Magna Cum Laude from DePauw University in May with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He will attend graduate school pursuing a Masters in International Relations at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C. Piper Murphy graduated from Ball State University with a BFA in Musical Theatre and a minor in New Works for the Stage. She is moving to Chicago where she is signed with Stewart Talent. Sara Nazar graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and a minor in Building Information Modeling (BIM). She works at AECOM Hunt in Indianapolis as their BIM Specialist doing 3D modeling and coordination for sports stadiums, airports, and other infrastructure. Emma Oxtoby graduated this spring from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Creative Writing. She is starting at Vanderbilt University in the fall, where she will be pursuing a Masters of Engineering in Chemical Engineering. Cate Rettig was recently inducted into Phi Beta Kappa (ΦBK). She graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington in the spring. Willie Sanders graduated from Ball State in the spring with a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration with a minor in Management. He is working as Program Coordinator at First Baptist Athletics assisting with all their recreational sports programs. Avery Sellers graduated this spring from Denison University with a degree in politics, philosophy, and economics and a minor in education. For the next two years she will be a corps member with Teach For America in Indianapolis, teaching elementary education. Her long-term goal is to earn her JD and work as an education lawyer. Halle Shelt is finishing her degree in Social Sciences with a focus in Sociology at New College in Florida. She has completed her degree requirements but will return for one more semester to complete and publish her thesis. Kaleb Strong-Jones graduated from DePauw University in May with Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He is taking a gap year and plans to apply to graduate school to pursue his Master’s degree. Jenny Walker graduated from Purdue University in the spring with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Management and a minor in Human Resource Management. She moved to Chicago and is working as a staffing consultant for Actalent, an engineering sciences company. Rylan Watkins graduated from DePauw University in May with a bachelor’s degree in communications while competing as a studentathlete on the football team. This fall, he will begin pursuing an MBA at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois while also gaining experience in coaching and player development as he continues building his career in athletics and leadership. Gracie Whitacre was recently inducted into Phi Beta Kappa (ΦBK). She was recognized at the induction ceremony as Honorable Mention for the spring 2026 Margaret Russell Edmondson Award, which is given to a member of Phi Beta Kappa who has demonstrated the highest academic achievement. Gracie graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington in the spring and will be attending IU School of Medicine in the fall. Caden Whitehead recently graduated from DePauw University with a degree in Communications and will be returning to DePauw to work as an Admissions Counselor.

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CLASS NOTES MARRIAGES

Maddie Allen ’15 married Mitchell DeShurko on February 1, 2025 in Charleston, SC. [ A ]

CONGRATULATIONS (BIRTHS, ADOPTIONS)

To Dan Golden ’00 and his wife, Jennifer, on the birth of their daughter, Avery Rose, on March 18, 2026. [ B ]

DEATHS

Doug Wade ’54 on March 30, 2026. Beverly Marburger Mace ’56 on April 1, 2026. Former Park Tudor Head Chef, Jerry T. Johnson, Jr. on April 18, 2026. Larry Folse ’55 on May 11, 2026. Ellie Bookwalter ’68 on June 8, 2026.

CONDOLENCES

To Stephen Wade ’83 and David Wade ’85 on the death of their father, Doug Wade ’54 on March 30, 2026. To Linda Marburger Painton ’59 and Rob Mace ’89 on the death of their sister and mother, Beverly Marburger Mace ’56 on April 1, 2026.

To Elizabeth Brier ’01, Cameron Thomas ’07, Mitchell Brier ’35 and Henry Brier ’37 on the death of their father and grandfather, Robert (Bob) Thomas on April 15, 2026. To Chris Sogard ’84, Emily Sogard ’12, Abigail Sogard ’16, Caroline Sogard ’17, and Annabelle Sogard ’25 on the death of their mother and grandmother, Susanne (Susie) Sogard on April 17, 2026. To Park Tudor Maintenance Specialist Ron Bruce on the death of his mother, Donna Bruce, on April 17, 2026. To Park Tudor Assistant Head of School for Academics, Chia-Chee Chiu, on the death of her brother, Je-Jen Chiu, on May 11, 2026. To Park Tudor Director of Fine Arts, Heather Teets, on the death of her father-in-law, Thurman Teets, on May 12, 2026. To Park Tudor Prospect Research & Database Manager, Tom McTamney, on the death of his mother-in-law, Ida Carmack, on May 17, 2026. To Park Tudor Upper School Math Teacher Jamie Napier on the death of his father-in-law, Paul Francis O’Reilly, on May 17, 2026. To Derek Reinbold ’10 and Graham Reinbold ’13 on the death of their father, Dennis Reinbold, on June 13, 2026. To Eleanor Bookwalter II ’42, Mary Bookwalter ’66, Charles Bookwalter III ’72, and Robert McInteer ’07 on the death of their daughter, sister, and aunt, Ellie Bookwalter ’68, on June 8, 2026.

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GIFTS TO THE SCHOOL

Honorary and Memorial Gifts MARCH 1, 2026 – JUNE 30, 2026

In Honor Of…

Thank A Teacher…

Mrs. Barbara Averyt Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage

Ms. Sarah Bigler Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo

Mrs. Lorelei R. Farlow Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Meier (Grace Barlow ’11) Mrs. Kathleen B. Fry Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Dr. Douglas A. Hicks ’86 Dr. and Mrs. William G. Enright Mrs. Kathleen G. Hutchinson Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Ms. Beatriz C. Reis ’33 Drs. Paulo and Anabela Reis

In Memory Of… Mrs. Diana Baker (Diana Hutchison ’69) Ms. Marilyn Mahoney ’66 Dr. Brenda H. Canedy (Brenda Haram ’50) Mary Sydney Matuska (Mary Sydney Haram ’52) Mrs. Katheryn M. Esterline (Kate Mahaffey ’58) Mr. and Ms. Dave Peterson (Ann Badertscher ’01) Mr. Marvin Ferguson Mr. Jay B. Ferguson ’91 Dr. H. Lane Ferree Stephanie and Brad Grabow Dr. Jan Guffin Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Cassidy Ms. Taylor L. Cassidy ’15 Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Dugandzic (Shauna Havercamp ’03) Mr. Jaskaran S. Heir ’07 Drs. J. David and Lindsey Mossler (David ’04) Mr. David Westlake and Dr. Jennifer Haddad Westlake (Jenny Haddad ’98) Mr. Rob C. Hueni Ms. Anne Kimsey ’03 Mr. David A. Kivela Mr. Jaskaran S. Heir ’07 Mr. Thomas and Ms. Madeline M. Murphy (Maddie Reese ’10) Mrs. Shirley Kulwin Stephanie and Brad Grabow Mrs. Beverly K. Mace (Kay Marburger ’57) Ms. Penny S. Landrigan (Penny Savage ’57) Mr. Bruce M. Morton ’91 Ms. Caroline H. Morton ’86 Walter and Jessie Theadford Mrs. Rita Offett (Rita Theadford ’69)

Mrs. Sarah M. Freehauf Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Ms. Laura M. Gellin Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mr. William Griffiths Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo Mr. Lamonte Kuskye Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Dr. Scott W. McDougall Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo Ms. Mary M. McGonagle Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mr. Ryan Mossakowski Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Dr. Nisha Padhye Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mr. Eric Petenbrink Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo Mr. Frederick Pinch Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo Mrs. Carrie Poehlein Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mr. Ryan Ritz Drs. Lawrence and Christine Lo Dr. Tyra Seldon Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mrs. Neelum A. Shah Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Ms. Jane C. Sidey Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mrs. Heather Teets Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Ms. Nicole Tremblay Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mr. Nathan Uhl Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage Mrs. Sarah K. Webster Mr. Daniel and Dr. Katherine Brundage

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