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In this magazine, we proudly celebrate the singular Class of 2024. With courage and imagination, our most recent graduates charted paths that developed their character, strengthened community, and ultimately led them back to one another. Pingree is a better place because of their perseverance, grace, and integrity.
The Class of 2024 joined a school community that looked very different from the one they had seen on admissions tours before the pandemic. When they arrived, we had to modify our bustling halls and open social spaces into cohorts, mods, pods, and countless hand-sanitizing stations. While our values and care for one another remained steadfast, it was unclear how we would return to the joyful campus that defines Pingree. Because of their unwavering commitment to Pingree and each other, the Class of 2024 guided us back and inspired us with their resilience and positive spirit.
Their actions made all the difference to this head of school. We are profoundly grateful to them and can’t wait to see how these experiences will shape who they become beyond our campus.
In this issue, you will find stories about our recent graduates and the students and teachers who leave their mark on Pingree every day. Whether through the vibrant murals that brighten our halls or the heartfelt performances on our stages and fields, the Class of 2024’s contributions are now an integral part of our school’s identity.
I hope you enjoy this magazine. If it inspires you to reflect on how Pingree has shaped or inspired you, please share your thoughts with me at tmjohnson@pingree.org. I always love hearing from you!
Warmly,
Tim Johnson, Head of School
EDITOR IN CHIEF
Novelette Brown
CONTRIBUTORS
Jared Charney
David Goff
Ashley Goliti-Chase
Matt Hins
Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01
Diana Mathey P’01, ’04, ’09, ’11
Michael McClellan
Jason Rubin
DESIGN
Emanio Creative
PRINTING
Lane Press
Pingree Magazine is published twice a year for alumni, parents, and friends. We welcome your letters, story ideas, and suggestions.
Please send correspondence to: Novelette Brown Director of Communications and Marketing nbrown@pingree.org
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Pingree is an independent day school for grades 9–12. Pingree empowers every community member to pursue knowledge with courage and imagination, thrive in joy and challenge, and create a more just and equitable world.
Pingree School does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, disability, status as a veteran or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard, or any other classification protected under state or federal law.
“Firefighting is a tough job. You have to be of both sound body and mind…The new fitness equipment will increase the preparedness of our firefighters to meet challenges and keep the community safe.”
– North Reading Fire Chief Don Stats: North Reading Transcript
Maddy O’Connor ’25 played a pivotal role in revitalizing the Hornet Hustle 5K after its COVID-19 hiatus.
Started in 2016 by her mother Michelle O’Connor, owner of the gym FitRevolution, the race has raised more than $20,000 in donations for community groups across North Reading. This year, the $2,800 proceeds benefited the North Reading Fire Department, funding new fitness equipment.
Maddy spearheaded the race’s return after learning of the fire department’s need for building renovations during a school assignment. She coordinated with Fit Revolution’s Marketing Director Jenn Pagliuca, town hall, and local sponsors to make the event a success.
Ciaran Mohan ’25 earned third place in the recent Art as Activism Poster Contest for high school students.
The statewide contest was sponsored by Leading Ladies, a nonprofit organization dedicated to social justice. Ciaran’s entry, which focused on ocean pollution, began as an assignment in his third-trimester Activist Art elective.
The panel of judges, composed of professional artists and art educators, selected his poster from more than 70 submissions. The winning posters were displayed this summer at Beverly ArtsFest and Beverly City Hall. He also won a cash prize, made possible by a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
As a first-generation college student, this recognition is the culmination of a lifetime of hard work for Vargas, who will attend Tufts University this fall.
QuestBridge is a national nonprofit that connects high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds with leading institutions of higher education. Vargas was among more than 20,000 applicants vying for the prestigious honor. As a finalist, she gained access to QuestBridge’s National College Match, where she could rank up to 15 partner schools and apply for early admission. Vargas was ultimately admitted to her first-choice college with a full four-year scholarship.
Vargas learned about the QuestBridge program from her college counselor, JK Park, just two weeks before the first-round application deadline. Park was instrumental in encouraging her to share more about herself and her personal journey. Inspired by Tim O’Brien’s The Things They Carried, Vargas's wrote about her experiences as a first-generation American who moved to the United States as a young girl without speaking English.
This experience also shaped Vargas’ ambition to enter the medical field. She realized the significant impact of language barriers on her healthcare while learning English and, later, while assisting her parents during doctor appointments. “I’m really passionate about making people feel more comfortable in doctors’ offices,” Vargas said. “You have to build that connection with patients. It’s comforting when you’re being seen by a medical professional and they can converse with you.” For her senior project, Vargas worked with an orthopedic surgeon, which she said, reinforced her career aspirations.
“In some ways, [this success] is not just for myself,” she said. Living in a home with her extended family, Vargas understands that her achievements are shared victories. As she prepares for the next step in her journey, she is aware of the influence she has on her young niece and nephew. “All I ever want for them to see is that you are not defined by this one thing. You can do whatever you want to do, and no one’s going to stop you as long as you’re dedicated.”
IT WAS A BEAUTIFUL MOMENT…MY PARENTS WERE AROUND ME, AND MY DAD STARTED CRYING. SEEING THEM HAPPY GAVE ME A DIFFERENT, DEEPER HAPPINESS.”
– Alexa Nova Vargas
[The Herter Scholarship] allowed me to apply to schools that wouldn't have been accessible to me otherwise.”
–
Angelo Luis ’24
For Angelo Luis ’24, Bellessini Academy wasn’t just a school; it was home. There, he discovered his passion for science, learned about Pingree, and realized how discipline could shape his future.
This fall, that discipline will take him to Lehigh University in Pennsylvania, where he will study bioengineering. His journey is supported by the Christian A. Herter Memorial Scholarship, awarded to Massachusetts students who have overcome significant adversity. The scholarship covers up to 50% of a student's financial need at U.S. colleges or universities.
Receiving the award was an unexpected surprise for Angelo. “I was shook,” he recalls. After anxiously awaiting a response and seeing friends receive their notifications, he was overjoyed to learn he had been selected. His mother’s reaction was one of pure joy, “She was so ecstatic,” he said.
The scholarship came at a crucial time, easing the financial pressure during his college application
process. “It allowed me to apply to schools that wouldn’t have been accessible to me otherwise,” Angelo shared. “I wouldn’t be able to go to Lehigh without it.”
Looking ahead, Angelo is excited about new experiences, like exploring New York City—a short bus ride away from campus— and possibly studying abroad. Yet, Lehigh’s proximity to home brings comfort, keeping him connected to the community that shaped him.
“I want to give back to the communities around me,” Angelo said, reflecting on his journey. While focusing on biotechnology to make an impact, he is proud to have become a mentor to younger students, offering the guidance he once received.
The culminating all-school event of the 2023–2024 academic year, the annual awards ceremony recognized outstanding achievements by Pingree community members. With musical interludes and plenty of applause, the atmosphere was a joyful precursor to a well-deserved summer vacation. Congratulations to all!
HIGHEST SCHOLARSHIP BOWLS
Awarded to graduating seniors whose cumulative GPA for their entire Pingree career is 95 or above.
Helen Coughlin, Abigail Duval, Kerewin Falconer, Quinn Falconer, Quinlan Falvey, Lucy Grant, Sarah Hirsch, Sophia Hughes, Johanna Jenkins, Riley McLoy, Alexa Nova Vargas, Nathaniel Pynchon, Genevieve Rich, William Roelofs, Hannah Selvarian, Kate Stella, Matthew Theriault
JESWALD ART AWARD
Devin Cox
ERICKSON ART AWARD
Luke Tsiaras
BUTLER ENGLISH PRIZE
Lyda Cabot
DAVIS HISTORY AWARD
Lucy Grant
JUNIOR RESEARCH PAPER AWARD
Ariana Schwinn-Clanton
MARCEL LAFLEM LANGUAGE AWARD
Alex Moldovean
NICKLESS MATHEMATICS AWARD
Sophia Hughes
CHARLES P. RIMMER, JR. AWARD IN MATHEMATICS
Riley McLoy
SACHARUK SCIENCE AWARD
Genevieve Rich
RICHARD L. PESCE MEMORIAL AWARD (ATHLETICS)
Sadie Canelli
Jaylon Richardson
Kasey Schena
BURRALL ATHLETIC AWARDS
Ashley Smail
Hudson Weidman
THE HIGHLANDER AWARD
Noé Aguilar
Alissa Brengola
Sadie Canelli
Andrew Evangelista
Charles Falk
Maxwell Gaudin
Wylie Glorieux
Sophie Larson
Allie Lufkin
Ani Lukasiewicz
Cole Perkin
Nathaniel Pynchon
Georgia Rossetti
Kasey Schena
Avery Sheets
THE HIGHLANDER AWARD (CONTINUED)
Ashley Smail
Hudson Weidman
GRADE 9 PRIZES
Lâm Pham
Tucker Lamothe
GRADE 10 PRIZES
Caroline Brady
Gavin McWilliams
HARVARD BOOK PRIZE
Yash Bolishetti
Kathryn Gasiorowski
YALE BOOK AWARD
Devin Cox
NATHAN CHANDLER II AWARD
Kyle Greason
NATALIE GATES LAWTON AWARD
Allison Durand
Quinn Falconer
FACULTY AWARD FOR DILIGENCE
Alexa Nova Vargas
ALEX UHLE HEAD OF SCHOOL AWARD
Lucy Grant
Sarah Hirsch
ROBERT THRUSTON HOUK THAYER, JR. AWARD
Nathaniel Pynchon
Alexandra Smail
WILLIAM S. ROGERS AWARD
Ani Lukasiewicz
Matias W’Gebriel
CHARLES P. RIMMER, JR. AWARD
David Goff, Faculty
THE REINHALTER AWARD
Jamie Kellogg, Board of Trustees
AILSA STEINERT TEACHING AWARD
Kathy Karch, Faculty
I have cherished being part of an educational system that has adapted to the changing times in ways that make me proud and is always striving to learn and be better in response to every challenge.”
– Deb VanderMolen
This year marked the end of an era at Pingree, as we bid farewell to two people who left indelible marks on students’ experience: photography teacher Debora VanderMolen and registrar Tracy Johnson. At this year’s Senior Tribute Event, they reflected on their experiences over a combined 69 years of service.
Deb’s Pingree journey began unexpectedly in 1987, when a friend recommended her for a two-month part-time teaching position at Groton Academy that blossomed into leading the photography programs at Groton and Pingree. Known for her innovative spirit and sense of whimsy, she navigated technological changes—from the dawn of the internet to the revolution of camera phones—always adapting and inspiring students along the way.
In her speech, Deb fondly recalled watching students’ artistic sparks ignite and the honor she felt when they returned as adults to share how her influence shaped their lives and careers. Whether guiding them through the darkroom or watching them flourish in life, she touched countless lives with her humor, wisdom, and care.
Tracy started Pingree School in 1992 as a new mother to a two-month-old daughter. Over her career at Pingree, she held many roles—teacher, college office coordinator, and registrar–as well as a parent to three Pingree graduates, Emma ’10, Ben ’12, and Nate ’16.
Over the decades, Tracy witnessed and contributed to incredible transformations, from technological advancements to guiding students through the college admissions process. Her work building each year’s academic schedule, facilitating college
While I haven’t gotten to interact directly with all Pingree students over the years, I feel I’ve gotten to know them all to some extent, as one of my responsibilities has been to proofread the teacher recommendations and counselor statements...reading these letters every year makes me so proud of every student here.”
– Tracy Johnson
recommendations, and preparing transcripts was integral to the lives of generations of Pingree graduates.
Deb and Tracy leave behind a shared legacy of growth, compassion, and deep commitment to this community. We wish them the best of luck on their retirements!
At Pingree, our students engage deeply with their surroundings, finding personal significance and community value in the spaces they inhabit.
A recent project in Caitlin Miller’s Advanced Studio Art course challenged students to consider the concept of a “threshold” within our school—a place that holds personal meaning and has the potential to support and inspire both the individual and the collective. Students were guided by questions that urged them to reflect on spaces that have impacted their Pingree journey, how these spaces can continue to offer support, and ways to honor and share their importance.
Kasey Schena ’24 found her threshold in a space under the staircase outside the Studio Arts room—a portal to a world of creativity and relief from the day’s stresses. Her mural, a radiant sun, brings light and energy to a once dim area, symbolizing happiness, peace, and the joy of artistic expression. This sun not only brightens the physical space but also reflects Kasey’s personal journey in the arts at Pingree, marking both her beginnings and her growth as she prepared to graduate.
Charlie Falk ’24 turned to the very first art table he used at Pingree as his canvas, a symbol of his evolving identity as an artist. Through his project, he transformed the table into a vibrant piece of art, retracing his journey of creativity and self-discovery. This painted table, now returned to its original spot, stands as a testament to Charlie’s growth and the endless possibilities that the arts room represents for all who enter.
Caroline Lemos ’25 built a kite suspended in the arts wing hallway, embodying freedom and creativity. This piece, blending drawing with woodworking and sculpting, expresses Caroline’s connection to the arts at Pingree and her desire to extend that creativity into the physical space. The kite, with its intricate patterns and flowing ribbon, serves as a visual metaphor for the freedom to create and express oneself, a hallmark of the arts wing’s nurturing environment.
Gissel Ramirez ’24 chose the office of Jabari Scutchins, assistant director of athletics, as her personal threshold, a sanctuary of warmth and guidance. It’s a place marked by laughter and advice, a haven where Gissel and many others have found a sense of belonging. Inspired by the joy she found there, Gissel created a painting that captures the essence of laughter so heartfelt it brings tears. This artwork, subtly integrated into the office, invites those who spend time there to pause and appreciate the joy and companionship the space offers.
Through these diverse projects, our students have not only marked their personal thresholds but have also enriched our community spaces with their creativity and insights. These artworks stand as enduring reminders of the profound connections between place, identity, and community at Pingree.
Congratulations are in order for two Pingree coaches who were recognized for their excellence in coaching. Branden Barboza was named EIL Co-Coach of the Year for Girls Varsity Basketball, and Jocelyn Graham was named EIL Coach of the Year for Girls Varsity Lacrosse.
Bella Vaz ’24 Highlander is very productive. He is always trying to be positive, and I think there is a good balance between coaching and fun.” Coach Graham's time with the Highlanders resulted in significant success, capturing five EIL titles during her tenure. Congratulations to both coaches!
Pingree’s spring teams had a great spring with teams competing at all levels! We are excited to share the accomplishments of our studentathletes, which include All-NEPSAC and league honors, as well as team awards.
Congratulations to Varsity Baseball, Girls Varsity Lacrosse, and Boys Varsity Lacrosse for winning the EIL regular season title! In postseason play, Baseball and Girls Lacrosse repeated as tournament champions with baseball making a deep run in the New England Small School Tournament, losing by one run in the semifinal game. Both the Boys Varsity Tennis and Girls Varsity Tennis teams advanced to the semifinal round of the NEPSAC tournament, winning their quarter-final matches and narrowly missing the championship match. Track and Field had an outstanding performance at the D3 New England tournament, with the girls placing seventh out of 35 teams. Clare O'Holleran ’24 placed first in the 100-meter hurdles, and Ashra Odiase ’26 came in first in the shotput, qualifying for nationals.
Congratulations to Max Becker ’25 (Boys Lacrosse), Luke LeBlond ’28 (Boys Tennis), and Cole Perkin ’25 (Boys Baseball) for earning playerof-the-year honors in their respective sports as well as Coach Jocelyn Graham who was named EIL Girls Lacrosse Coach of the Year (see page 21)! Max was also honored as U.S. Lacrosse All-American.
We are so fortunate to have such talented students who have chosen Pingree. With the support of their coaches and our college office, we’ve seen great success for students who want to play at the college level—especially when considering how few opportunities there really are to play at that level. We’re incredibly proud of that.”
Twenty-seven members of the Class of 2024 have advanced to the next level of their athletic careers, signing on to play collegiate sports.
Over the years, Pingree has seen its number of committed athletes grow to as high as 25% of the senior class. This is a testament not only to the athletic strength of Pingree’s student-athletes but a co-curricular program that views athletics as an extension of the classroom environment— fundamental for building lifelong skills.
As the class of 2024 ends its journey as Pingree students, it’s hard to believe their journey began under the challenging circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Following a period of remote learning, these students built a strong and connected community unhampered by the restrictions of social distancing. Their first year of high school was anything but typical, but they navigated it with perseverance and resilience. These photographs reflect their earliest moments at Pingree, celebrating their ability to adapt, connect, and thrive in the face of adversity. Here’s to the Class of 2024.
During the final week of school each year, the air is charged with anticipation and excitement. Senior Week unites our entire community to our graduating class’s accomplishment and mark the beginning of the next chapter in their lives. Here’s the week at a glance!
The Senior Projects Fair gives students the chance to share the results of their two-week independent projects. From internships to inventions, service projects to certifications, it’s a showcase of innovation, passion, and creativity.
Each year, seniors invite a member of the community to prepare tributes in their honor. This beloved event honors the strength of connections between students and adults in the Pingree community.
It’s the night students look forward to: a glamorous evening of dancing, laughter, and enduring memories with friends! Held at Willowdale Estate, this picture-perfect event is the last hurrah before graduation.
View the listing of award recipients on page 14.
The culminating all-school event of the 2023–2024 academic year, this annual awards ceremony is a cherished time to recognize the outstanding achievements of our community members.
On Saturday, June 8, the 98 members of the class of 2024 ended their careers as Pingree students with a warm sendoff from their community.
The following are excerpts from the Senior Tributes for every member of the graduating class.
As part of a longstanding tradition, each senior invites a member of Pingree’s faculty or staff to prepare a tribute in their honor. These messages—crafted by teachers, advisors, coaches, and others who have come to know and cherish our students—are read in their entirety at the Senior Tribute Event and excerpted for sharing at Commencement. These excerpts highlight the impact the Class of 2024 had on Pingree during their time as students.
Noé Alberto Aguilar Cerritos
Prep@Pingree ’19, ’20
Wheaton College (MA)
Your radiant smile, positive presence, and quiet confidence have brightened our halls and brought reassurance to countless members of our community. May your path ahead be filled with happiness and fulfillment.
—Jabari Scutchins
A bon vivant with a magnetic joie de vivre, you have brightened our classrooms and fields as a studentathlete par excellence La pièce de résistance? Your infectious smile. We’ll miss you.
—David Goff
Lucy M. Bartlett
With Distinction
University of Miami
A role model to all—offering sage advice and support to those around you. You embrace challenges, thriving on growth and self-awareness. Continue to navigate life with grace and empathy.
—Caroline Collins
Alissa Louise Brengola
With Distinction
Boston College
You live the way you dance. Energetic and upbeat like jazz, emotive like lyrical, intense like hip hop, and disciplined like ballet. You’re ready to dance to new music, while always staying true to who you are.
—Mary Dyer
With Distinction
Denison University
You have been welcoming people into your world just by being genuine, friendly, and open to talk about anything. It’s your superpower. We are excited for your bright future..
—Alec Burt
Ava Marie Broderick
With Distinction
Connecticut College
You are joyous and kind. Guided by compassion and genuine desire, you live your life significantly making each moment count, for yourself and for all those you encounter. This community thanks you.
—Deb VanderMolen
With High Distinction
Dickinson College
He’s honest, straightforward….read him like a BOOK. Teachers appreciate your attitude. Coaches rely on your tenacity. You are kind, caring, and selfless. We’re a better community because of you.
—Eric Stacey
With Distinction
Dickinson College
Jack loves to stretch himself. He loves to learn. Countless victories on the lax field. Countless hours mastering ceramics. Countless hours honing his writing. Jack is all in, he immerses himself in all he does.
—Eric Stacey
With Distinction
Sacred Heart University
Your creativity holds no bounds. Through your radical optimism and ability to see the big picture in the face of adversity, you have become a guiding light for your peers. So shine on, Miles, and lead the way.
—Conor Pickett
With High Distinction
Macalester College
You’re wise and soulful beyond your years—your heart, your smarts shine bright amongst your peers. Outstanding character, wonderful artist, but really, Lyda, it is your heart.
—Eric Stacey
With High Distinction
Trinity College
Your kindheartedness, unwavering determination, and resilience are the foundation on which you will no doubt build a life filled with passion, laughter, and love. A true Renaissance man.
—Caroline Collins
The outpouring of creativity in your artistic projects, your determination to work through challenges, and your genuine and honest approach to important conversations. Thank you for sharing all of this with us.
—Phil McGowan
With Distinction
Indiana University at Bloomington
Through thought, sport, and song, you have vulnerably shown us the power of loving, crying, laughing, and truth in empowering community and generating hope. We are grateful for who you are.
—Eric Haltmeier
We admire the passion, energy, and effort you invested in reaching your goals. The foundation you’ve built over the last four years has prepared you for your next step. Keep pushing and never stop learning.
—Mike Flynn
Lauren Anne Collins
Hobart & William Smith Colleges
You’re an exceptional athlete with an undeniable passion for your teams. A remarkable leader, you embody the school’s mission, valuing each individual’s contributions. We cannot wait to see all that you accomplish.
—Caroline Collins
Helena Reagan Crate
With Distinction
Hamilton College
The blossom of 9th grade you—soccer player, STEM all-star—were always visible. But your roots—your musical depth, huge heart, and quiet courage —were hidden. All along, though, they were your strength and holding us all together.
—Anna McCoy
With Highest Distinction
Middlebury College
Fearless in advocating for what’s right, unrelenting in her loyalty to her friends, and quick as a whip, Helen reminds us to be our most authentic version of ourselves. We can’t wait to see how you change the world.
—Jordan Coulombe
With Distinction
Bowdoin College
Your teammates look up to you and the opposition fears you. No challenge is too large for you to overcome. In the classroom, in the hallways, and on the court, you put your stamp on Pingree.
—Steve Gibbs
With Distinction
Miami University (OH)
An uncommon mind, unburdened with desire to impress, open to the ideas of the world without the need to conquer. Your contributions have made us a stronger community. Thank you for all that you have given us.
—Buddy Taft
Syracuse University
Elegant writer, astute historian, you ardently tend to the truth. Devoted daughter and fierce friend, your care for others is your compass. May it steer you well as you soar into your next marvelous adventure.
—Carolyn Paczkowska
Abigail Rose DiCenso
Providence College
What is brilliant? Brilliant is someone with profound kindness. Brilliant can work with anyone, fix anything, face any fear, and learn from any challenge. Brilliant is you, Abby, in every way that really matters.
—Anna McCoy
Samuel Gene English Marist College
Quiet leader. Dependable. Solid. Steady. Sam seized the opportunity that Pingree offered him. Keep working hard. Take the lessons you learned the last two years and build on them.
—Mike Flynn
Allison Libby Durand
Prep@Pingree ’19, ’20 American University
Your perseverance and moral compass have served you well not only at Pingree but beyond. Embrace your continual evolution. Keep radiating your shining light, and watch out world, Allison is taking center stage.
—Zara Spooner
Andrew Italo Evangelista
Stonehill College
Splash! Andrew is like an early morning polar plunge—refreshing and unforgettable. As he embarks on new adventures, we know he will energize and breathe new life into everyone fortunate enough to know him.
—Jon Gistis
Abigail Gwendolen Duval
With Highest Distinction
Dickinson College
Writer, artist, brilliant wordsmith. Like the characters in your novel, you search for the truth while believing in the goodness and humanity of others. We are happy to know that your work will be in wide circulation.
—Edith Goltra
Kerewin Cather Falconer
With Highest Distinction
Bates College
You are fierce in the best possible way. You will study, read, run, swim, sail, play, or ride your way towards anything you set your mind to. You have set a high bar at Pingree.
—Jessica Angell
With Highest Distinction
Bates College
Quintessentially Quinn is quickthinking, qualified for any task, never quenched in her reading, and, overall, the highest quality person. We’re quite eager to see what’s next.
—Emily Einhorn
Trinity College
As you embark on this next phase of life, you carry your athletic prowess and scholarly achievements. But Pingree has benefited from the values of teamwork and diligence you shared with the school community.
—John Young
A perfect example of what happens here at Pingree. You’ve grown from a nervous kid giving a campaign speech to a comfortable co-leader of our community. Your impact at Pingree will be long-lasting.
—Eric Stacey
With Highest Distinction
Boston College
Through deep introspection, he has transformed his self-awareness into acts of radical empathy, always seeking first to understand and then to serve. Thank you for warming us with your light.
—Eric Haltmeier
Everyone knows that “Max Finn” grin. It’s there, on display, always. Talented creativity. Fierce skill-advantage. Subtle coolness. Wonderful sense of humor and exemplary sense of integrity. Keep grinning, Max.
—David Goff
Most impressive is the energy, laughter, and warmth that follow Owen. Owen is an energy raiser, leaving places better than he found them. Put simply, the world needs more Owens.
—Jordan Coulombe
Avery Elizabeth Fredo
With Distinction Fordham University
Your courageous Pingree experience somewhat mirrors a hockey game: you learned to think on your feet, keep your eye on the puck, ready to adapt. Your self-assuredness motivates you to take risks…you have much to offer.
—JK Park
With High Distinction University of Connecticut
You have moved gracefully through Pingree as a beacon to others. You were a warrior on the soccer pitch, winning the ball and then passing to others so that they could shine. Shine On, my friend. Arrivederci!
—John Young
With Distinction College of the Holy Cross
You’re a MAXimum student. You’re a MAXimum athlete. You have a MAXimum sense of humor. And most importantly, you display MAXimum kindness the glue who brings people together.
—Caroline
Collins
University
The Wylie we know and respect is one of honest devotion to his friends. It all centers on you having fun and making others laugh, but most importantly, making sure all feel welcome and respected.
—John Young
Tipher is the secret sauce that brings a meal together. He’s the guy you want at the plate, on a breakaway, or to see in the hallways. Everyone wants the recipe but no one can pull it all together like Tipher.
—Jon Gistis
Lucy Mei Grant
With Highest Distinction McGill University
Humble and thoughtful, you provide a steadying current of support. Your leadership, sense of justice, and intellectual curiosity gives us hope for a future in which we know you’ll become a leading force for change.
—Ann Lyons
Caroline Comeau Gray Fairfield University
From pool to shell you have navigated the waters of Pingree with grace and grit. As you row from Chebacco Lake to open ocean, we know your spirit and skill will guide you to amazing triumphs. The winds are at your back!
—Tim Johnson
Brooke Paige Hintlian
With Distinction
Lehigh University
Water is stronger than stone, born of its perseverance, adaptability, and dynamic nature. So, too, with Brooke, who we’ve watched adapt and persist, shimmer and shine. Your bold spirit will surely decorate the world.
—Jen Groeber
Sophia Grace Hughes
With Highest Distinction Northeastern University
Sarah Harding Hirsch
With Highest Distinction University of Notre Dame
You open your heart to those who need it most, and you possess a deep and powerful playfulness. Your achievements have distinguished you, but it is your genuine curiosity about the human experience that defines you.
—Anna McCoy
Johanna Marie Jenkins
With Highest Distinction Middlebury College
Nick is the calm at the center of a storm—steady and unwavering. His poise, leadership, and composure will continue to bring stability in the swirling winds of life to those lucky enough to know him.
—Jon Gistis
You throw yourself into all your interests and commitments with the fullness of your whole being. You do it all from the Makerspace to the bait shop with eagerness, joy, and a generosity of spirit.
—Nick Soodik
With high personal standards and a competitive drive, you are a force. Your commitment to personal growth honors not only the person you are but the woman you are becoming.
—Ann Lyons
Lia
Syracuse University
It has truly been an honor to witness you find your voice, speak your mind, and navigate your world with such confidence. Remember to take care of yourself as well as you take care of others.
—Jabari Scutchins
With Distinction Skidmore College
Mature, responsible, hard working, empathetic, and secretly wicked funny, Lucia brings her full self to everything she does. She is the total Pingree package.
—Jim MacLaughlin
Ryan is like opening a shaken soda can: bursting with energy and excitement. He will continue to make life a little fizzier for all who are fortunate enough to cross his path.
—Jon Gistis
Sophie Elizabeth Larson Trinity College
Steady, determined, kind, and contagiously positive. You are deeply appreciative of the people around you and the many things that make a place work. Thank you for brightening so many of our cloudy days.
—Anna McCoy
With Distinction Colby College
Lia is a whole vibe—she’s a way of thinking, a look, and perhaps most importantly, a sound! You have honored us with your voice, and your DIY spirit. Let your song continue to resonate.
—Eric Haltmeier
With High Distinction Villanova University
Fiercely loyal with a strong moral compass and work ethic, you care deeply for those around you. Steadfast in your convictions, gracious when considering others, this is what makes you an incredible student and friend.
—Conor Pickett
Katherine Jane Littlehale American University
You’re easygoing, considerate, and open-minded. While you have a softspoken tone, you also have a strong and adventurous heart. It won’t be the same without you next year.
—Sheng-Chu Lu
Ani Rae Lukasiewicz
With High Distinction Bates College
Her heart of gold resonates like a calliope, offering endless tones of gratitude and affirmation for her creative collaborators. Thank you for the radiant, indelible mark you have left upon us.
—Eric Haltmeier
With High Distinction University of Georgia
You’re curious, self-motivated, and inquisitive. You immersed yourself in our community empowering women, welcoming families, and forging lasting bonds with your friends.
—Caroline Collins
Dickinson College
Sentimental and sweet with a mischievous sense of humor, your genuine care for others and the goals you set inspire us all to dream bigger and be a better version of ourselves. Good luck, Chuck.
—Conor Pickett
With Distinction Lehigh University
You learned that leadership is best exemplified through service. Dedicated to self-reflection, you wisely allocate time for introspection. The best is yet to come. “Job’s not finished.”
—JK Park
With High Distinction
Boston University
As you moved from builder to programmer, you grew from being the guy who had to win on his own to being the guy who had to make the team win. Your new team will be lucky to have you. This team is going to miss you.
—Alec Burt
Nichols College
You may know Teo as a good-natured, humorous, and easy-going guy who could also probably bench press you. A talented photographer, creative writer, and deeply empathetic human.
—Jordan Coulombe
Dominic Scarlet Mateo
Suffolk University
One of your greatest strengths is your ability to advocate for yourself and be honest with the people you care about. Thank you for being authentic and always remember to keep shining.
—Jabari Scutchins
Juliana Mairead Manzi
With High Distinction
Boston College
A study in contrasts. Deeply thoughtful with an occasional affinity for silliness; fiercely independent, yet deeply connected to your friends. Your Pingree experience has been full of wonderful surprises.
—Anna McCoy
Morgan Hannah McLaughlin
University of Vermont
As you near the Pingree peak, looking out to new horizons, may the path always rise to meet you, and may your soul remain as free and wild as the natural world you so love.
—Tim Johnson
Luke Sebastian Marinelli
With Distinction College of the Holy Cross
Your journey has been marked by enormous growth. You have become a mature student-athlete who is confident, composed, and self aware. As you have grown in comfort, you have shown us the real Luke.
—Buddy Taft
With Highest Distinction University of Michigan
You are the embodiment of how intellect and heart can so beautifully intertwine. You quietly demonstrate that true greatness lies not only in what we know, but in how we treat one another.
—Ashley Goliti-Chase
Ashley Mieses
Prep@Pingree ’19
Clark University
You’ve embraced the Hero’s Journey, accepting the call to adventure. You consistently show up for the people you care about, asking tough and insightful questions that empower them to become their own heroes.
—Jabari Scutchins
Shea Elizabeth Nelson
Syracuse University
Seeing her confidence grow, seeing her leadership skills develop, and seeing her discover the immeasurable greatness in herself has left a mark on our community forever.
—Brooke Joynes
Salisbury University
Some attributes have been constant: the outgoing demeanor, the fearlessness, the intense loyalty. Through a process of constant selfassessment and adjustment, you have grown to be a leader.
—Kirk Bishop
Kira S. Nielson
With Distinction
Wesleyan University
Your good humor is absolutely infectious. You are always effusing lightness, laughter, and love into the air. Your willingness to go the extra mile and have a good time while you walk is genuinely admirable.
—Brooke Joynes
University of Mississippi
You’ve worn many hats leader, captain, brother, and friend. Today, we salute not just a teammate, but a true friend. Cheers to you, embodying the very essence of what it means to lead with a good heart.
—Jabari Scutchins
Alexa Valeria Nova Vargas
With Highest Distinction
Tufts University
The sacrifices you’ve made honor all those who have come before you; your future successes will serve as an example of excellence for those who come after you. But right now, let’s celebrate you.
—Mary Dyer
With Distinction
Boston College
Your determination shows you’re no quitter; you will persist until you succeed. Remember that you have the discipline and the character to do what it takes to be better.
—Jabari Scutchins
With Distinction
Wesleyan University
Whether playing guitar, holding a mic, or delivering a blistering pitch, in all facets of your Pingree experience, you are committed, skilled, intelligent, and kind-hearted. Thank you, Cole.
—Phil McGowan
Her sprint—a testament to unwavering determination. Her leaps—a crescendo of grace, confidence. She accelerates with curiosity, optimism. Her legacy is not crossing the finish line, it is cheering at the finish line.
—Kristin Brown
With Distinction
University of New England
You grew up at Pingree. Now, as a student, artist, and athlete you have thrived through hard work and optimism, full of generosity and gratitude. Keep that beautiful spirit and thanks for all you have given.
—Deb VanderMolen
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Rufino Jesus Perez
Prep@Pingree ’19, ’20
With Distinction
Villanova University
In your subtle yet influential way, you showcase humor to connect, bravery to lean into challenge, and compassion to support others. Your pursuit for excellence inspires others to thrive in joy and challenge alongside you.
—JK Park
Tejas B. Prakash
With Distinction
Colgate University
Tejas is like a Swiss Army knife—reliable and always ready to help. Whether excelling in academics, athletics, or being a good friend, his versatility shines. He can come through to save the day when you need it most.
—Jon Gistis
Nathaniel Rogers Pynchon
With Highest Distinction Hamilton College
Unfailingly kind, genuine, and unafraid to be himself, Nathaniel has grown so much. Yet his growth has only seen him deepen his commitment to generosity, inclusivity, and genuine love for others.
—Jordan Coulombe
Genevieve Evangeline Rich
With Highest Distinction University of St Andrews (UK)
A future astrophysicist, Genevieve has always been a star. She has a gravity all her own, attracting accolades, accomplices, and adventures. Now, it’s time to spread your light; nothing will eclipse you!
—Jordan Coulombe
With High Distinction Union College (NY)
You ran us out of math courses and used up all of our physics courses, while also climbing up in the online chess rankings sometimes during those same physics classes. Is there anything you can’t do?
—Alec Burt
Jaylon Richardson University of Massachusetts—Amherst
You improved the baseball field so future Highlanders would benefit. Your desire to uplift the community is emblematic of your impact. Those dugouts won’t be the only legacy you leave behind.
—Mike Wilmot
Gissel Ramirez Prep@Pingree ’19, ’20 Wentworth Institute of Technology
Graceful, intuitive, supportive, selfless, earnest, limitless. Your gentle care for your classmates and your artistic prowess work together as you’ve helped every day to make our community a more beautiful place.
—Brooke Joynes
William M. Roelofs
With Highest Distinction Middlebury College
You are an intellectual dynamo. You find novel experiences in which to stretch your curiosity. You elevate every space you enter, and yet you never call attention to yourself. Cheers to all that’s left to learn.
—Nick Soodik
Providence College
Engaging with Georgia, if one doesn’t walk away smiling, then you didn’t meet Georgia! A fierce competitor, unstoppable athlete, energetic spark accompanied by an ear-to-ear smile brands Georgia unforgettable.
—Tim Burr
With Distinction
Wake Forest University
In countless large ways and all the small things, you delight in being involved. Classroom conversations that spill into the halls; music trivia contests; live shows at Chianti: you throw your hat into every ring. Holy Sheets, you’re all in!
—Nick Soodik
University of Colorado at Boulder
Three words that describe you are bubbly, passionate, and adventurous. Your contagious positive energy and boundless optimism uplift others. You literally brightened the Pingree walls with sunshine.
—Caroline Collins
With Distinction
Tulane University
Dazzling us with contagious enthusiasm, like a skilled performer juggling multiple roles, your multitasking is record-breaking. As you take your final bow, we know you’ll continue to shine.
—Tim Johnson
With Highest Distinction
Tufts University
Hannah approaches everything with joy, curiosity, and just a litttttle bit of competitiveness. Intellectually fearless, incomparably witty, and always willing to give 110%, she is the student you love to teach.
—Jordan Coulombe
With High Distinction
Colby College
You are fearless. You consistently challenge yourself to excel at the things you love AND explore new interests. You give 110%, and it pays off. You’re the total package: a respected scholar, athlete, artist, and friend.
—Ann Lyons
Taylor Kate Stacey St. Lawrence University
It’s safe to say you’re in your “Graduation” era. Watching you discover your voice has been a pleasure. As a writer, artist and scholar, you recognize that discovering yourself is a continuous journey.
—Ann
Lyons
Jordyn Alexa Theriault
With High Distinction
Fairfield University
You embody grace on and off the dance floor. You are a diligent student, tirelessly pursuing knowledge, mastering each challenge with gritty determination. Your commitment to excellence shines through.
—John Young
Kate Madeline Stella
With Highest Distinction University of Washington
You bring the trifecta of aptitude, passion and leadership to everything you do. Natural talent makes you good, your attitude and character make you great. Take your mark, leave your mark. The oceans await.
—Brian Carver
Matthew Theriault
With Highest Distinction
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Big voice. Big brain. Big heart. Big man on campus, in the best possible way. Your big voice and competitive fire will move on. Just leave a bit of your big heart here with us.
—Alec Burt
Wright Stevens University of Vermont
Your ability to face challenges head on, to laugh in the midst of frustration, and then to pick yourself up and get the job done will serve you well. We eagerly await tales from your next adventure.
—Jenn Brooks
Addison Jane Thorne
With Distinction
Miami University (OH)
You’ve found your voice as a leader. As you continue to explore your interests in social justice and civic engagement, we know that the communities you join next will be privileged to have you.
—Ann Lyons
Abigail Grace Torres
With High Distinction Univeristy of Vermont
Meeting you is entering a whirlwind of energy and enthusiasm. Compassionate, poised, purposeful, and kind, continue to let your heart lead you on your changemaking journey!
—Hannah Liu
With Distinction Colby College
Beyond your skill, lies a heart as vast as the pitch on which you shine. You are smart, wise, curious. Through uncertainty, be certain that you possess the strength, intellect, and character to conquer any challenge.
—Kristin Brown
With Distinction
Saint Anselm College
Casey is peaceful, kind, a shrewd observer. A lovely person who is unflappable. She rose to tremendous challenge. Through your drive and talents, the world will become a better place because of you.
—Eric Stacey
Tufts University
It was an honor to watch your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the team, the school, and teammates these last four years. Your future is bright. Keep leading the way.
—Mike Flynn
Like a perfect jump shot finding the net, your balance of kindness, grit, and integrity have scored points with us all. Bella Buckets, the world awaits your brilliance. Don’t forget to be unapologetically great.
—Allison Falvey
Prep@Pingree ’19, ’20
With High Distinction Boston College
You have been the glue that has held a big piece of our community together. You put others first, never seeking to lead from the front, but always serving, always supporting, always loving.
—Alec Burt
Building close connections among students, faculty and staff is integral to Pingree’s mission and culture. There are few clearer examples of these bonds and their impact than the beloved tradition of senior tributes. Since 1998, each senior has invited an adult member of the community to prepare a 90-word tribute in their honor, to be read at the Senior Tribute Event and commencement. The person chosen to deliver a tribute could be a teacher, a coach, an advisor, or a staff member—any adult with whom the student feels a strong connection.
“Sometimes a student’s choice is obvious, but not always,” said Grade 12 Dean Ashley Goliti-Chase. “It could be an advisor who has met with the student twice a week for four years, or it could be a teacher they had for just one trimester. You never know when you might be creating a deeply meaningful moment in their life.”
“It’s a big honor to be chosen,” said physics teacher and robotics coach Alec Burt, who has written as many as eight or 10 student tributes in some years, “but it’s also slightly terrifying in the sense that you want to make it memorable for the student. It’s like being the best man at your best friend’s wedding: it’s not your day, but you have to make sure it goes right for them.”
Though a 90-word limit is strictly enforced, tributes may take any number of forms: prose, poem, rap, recipe, music, comedy—whatever reflects the student’s uniqueness and the style of the presenter. “During our Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day commemoration last year, one of my advisees recited a poem she’d written, which had the theme of planting trees,” said Ashley. “When I wrote her tribute, I incorporated that into my text. She was very excited that I had referred to her poem in the tribute.”
So what makes for a good tribute?
According to Mary Dyer, senior assistant director of admission, “I tend not to put pen to paper for two weeks. I spend time thinking of who they are and my experience with them. I try to include things that I might not have verbalized to the student before. In a recent tribute, I mentioned how the student frequently shares strong opinions and I heard her mother laugh. It’s not just the student you’re addressing; their parents are grateful that we really got to know their child.”
Adds Ann Lyons, director of the Educational Resources Center, “Some people crack jokes, but I’m not a funny person so mine are more
serious—although one time I made a recipe for a student whose parents own a cookie company. Also, it’s not just what you write but how you present it. I practice the tributes and try to deliver them with emotion and heart.”
“I’m not in the funny camp, either,” says Ashley. “I like to reflect on the arc, the whole journey that the student took at Pingree.” Alec counters that “a good tribute should have people laughing and crying at the same time; it should be equal parts tender and gross.”
All agree, however, that the Senior Tribute Event is uniquely Pingree and a sterling example of the school’s commitment to forging connections with students.
“This is the only school I’ve been at that does something like this,” says Alec. “The concept is that first you build a bridge connecting you to the students, and then the teaching drives across that bridge.”
61 SENIORS 85 SERVED SERVED AS TOUR GUIDES AS TOUR GUIDES DURING DURING SENIOR YEAR THEIR PINGREE CAREER
14 4 COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
58
SEASONS OF THEIR HIGH PARTICIPATED ON SCHOOL CAREER INTERSCHOLASTIC TEAMS UNIQUE COLLEGES 2024 GRADS ACCEPTED TO & UNIVERSITIES WELCOMING HIGHLANDERS
MEMBERS FROM THE CLASS OF 2024 ATTENDED 5 27% HAVE YOUNGER SIBLINGS ATTENDING PINGREE HAVE SIBLINGS WHO ARE PINGREE ALUMNI SETS OF TWINS
WITH PARENTS WHO WORK AT PINGREE
Prep@Pingree proudly celebrates the achievements of alumni in the Class of 2024. From middle school to high school, college to post-graduate studies, these students have excelled at every stage of their academic journey. We commend them for their dedication, hard work, and commitment.
CONGRATULATIONS PREP@PINGREE ALUMNI—YOU INSPIRE US EVERY DAY!
For more information regarding Prep@Pingree, please visit pingree.org/prepatpingree
Each spring, every Pingree senior completes a Senior Project. This immersive experience provides students the opportunity to further investigate an area of interest that may have been sparked at Pingree, or to generate a project that provides a new exploratory, educational experience, be it creative, serviceoriented, career-focused, or any chance to stretch, learn, and grow.
This year, the following unique partnerships were established with Pingree alumni, a true testament to the strength, dedication, and commitment of our alumni community.
Ava Broderick ’24 | Anna Wistran Wolfe ’95
Anna Wistran Wolfe Photography
Helen Coughlin ’24 | Dr. Kevin Schwartz ’96
Mass General Hospital for Children, Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics
Leo Covello ’24 | Tom Smith ’08
The Thomas E. Smith Foundation
Yasmina DeAngelis ’24 | Rachael Barthlemes ’10
Christian Dior Couture
Sarah Hirsch ’24 | Natalia Richey ’07
Mass General Hospital, Midwifery Division in the Department of OB/GYN
Sophie Larson ’24 | Dr. Rebecca Symmes Lee ’94
Mass General Brigham Hospital, Medical Affairs
Allie Lufkin ’24 | Hope Taft ’05
The MGH/HST Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging
Shea Nelson ’24 | Len Williamson ’09 BUILD.org
John Ogles ’24 | Michael Blinn ’02
New York Post, Digital Sports
Georgia Rossetti ’24 | Chrissie McNiff Twombly ’93 Artistry and Photography
Pingree alumni, let’s connect! Join our Pingree School Alumni LinkedIn group to reconnect, network, and stay in the know about Pingree related news and events.
On Thursday, April 11, more than 50 alumni from all decades gathered to reconnect and toast springtime in the city.
On Monday, June 3, nearly 50 alumni and friends participated in the alumni golf outing at Beverly Golf and Tennis in memory of Chris McCarthy ’88. Good fun and mediocre golf was had by all!
July 9, 1950–November 28, 2023
The Pingree community mourns the passing of alumna Donna Gilton, a beloved member of the Class of 1968 and passionate advocate for Prep@Pingree. Born and raised in Lynn, Massachusetts, Donna never set out to blaze a trail. She simply followed the path of excellence laid before her and made it her own at every step. She became the first student of color to graduate from Pingree School and began a lifelong pursuit to advance educational equity.
Before ever setting foot onto Pingree’s campus, Donna had endured a challenging but formative childhood that forged the strength, resilience, and self-possession she needed to thrive as Pingree’s first—and often only— Black student. As a young child, her parents sent her to live with relatives in Tennessee, hoping distance from her twin brother, who was born with brain damage, would spur her development. She later returned to Lynn after her father’s death when she was nine years old.
“Going from Tennessee to Massachusetts was the worst culture shock I ever lived through,” Donna said. Her life in Lynn, then a predominantly white working-class community, was the first time she had not been surrounded by a robust, primarily Black community. Her father had been a minister and professor at Payne Theological Seminary, a historically Black college in Ohio. Donna described Memphis as a city of teachers and preachers, and when she lived there, the boundaries of her life were set (but never limited) by the restrictions of Jim Crow. Despite these circumstances, or perhaps because of them, Donna felt a strong sense of racial pride. “By the time I moved back to Massachusetts, I had a strong sense that I came from quite a race.”
Meanwhile, Boston and its surrounding communities grappled with their own questions of equality. Chief among residents’ concerns was ending de
While the Pingree School had a major impact on my life, God blessed me lavishly before, during, and after Pingree. I would consider it to be one of the top four of the best things ever to happen to me because I was also fortunate in my family, community, and church.”
—Donna Gilton ’68
facto segregation in Boston-area schools. The Stay Out for Freedom boycott; the establishment of Freedom School, which educated students about Black history and prepared them on the principles of nonviolent activism; and community-led solutions like Operation Exodus, which bused students to schools beyond their communities of residents, grew out of these efforts. It was in this climate that Donna, already invested in activism (she attended Freedom School) and aspiring to a career in education, learned about Pingree School.
Already regarded as progressive for its intentional education of young women, Pingree was a young school still shaping its legacy. Its founding head William (Robin) Rogers—a Civil Rights advocate who marched in Selma—sought to push Pingree further into the future by integrating its student body. To recruit families of color, he gave a talk at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, an integrated congregation in Lynn that boasted more Black parishioners than the five Black churches in town combined. Donna’s cousin, an active member of St. Stephens, was present. Although Pingree was not a fit for her children, she shared news of the opportunity with Donna and her family.
Donna described the opportunity as a kiss in the mail, offered out of nowhere—even if the prize required a three-hour daily commute on two buses. “I had no fear at all,” Donna recalled. “I saw it as an adventure.”
During her time at Pingree, there were never more than two Black students. Both of Donna’s counterparts left Pingree after their first years, and she graduated as the school’s only Black student. Donna says she never considered leaving to be an option: the stakes were simply too high. “I felt that if I failed or dropped out, it would disgrace the race, and nobody else would ever get another chance,” Donna
said. “That pressure on my shoulders was a little scary at 15.” As a Pingree student, Donna performed with the Glee Club, wrote for the Pegasus literary magazine, and volunteered as a student assistant with Operation Genesis, a precursor to Prep@Pingree.
Donna said she dreamed about making the type of education she was experiencing accessible to students of all backgrounds, particularly people of color. “I always wanted Pingree to have more diverse students, and I wanted students to have the same experience that I had,” Donna said, citing the school’s strong academic program, beautiful setting, and the benefit of being able to share and learn from a variety of perspectives and backgrounds.
The creation of Prep@Pingree, an academic and cultural enrichment program primarily serving middle school students of color, inspired Donna to re-engage with Pingree more than 40 years after her graduation. As a long-standing member of Prep@Pingree’s Advisory Board, Donna helped to realize her dream of a more diverse Pingree.
“These students benefit Pingree and the other schools they attend just by being themselves,” Donna said. “They bring their own personal talents, cultural knowledge, and, most importantly, points of view wherever they go... When I integrated Pingree, this variety of perspectives was sorely lacking, particularly among the students. I did what I could to offer different viewpoints, but one person can only do so much.”
Despite a successful career, which included service in the Peace Corps, a 43-year career as a librarian, and publishing two books, Donna was always driven in pursuit of educational equity. “My life has been a series of blessings…. I feel that I have a responsibility to use them and my education as much as I can to help others.”
Lee Harris ’64 shares, “I live close to the harbor in Rockland, Maine, where I garden, row, and sometimes teach ESL at the Penobscot Bay Language School. I play in a recorder group and volunteer with environmental organizations. My granddaughter, who lives in Newburyport, MA, has played at Pingree with her soccer team. Full circle! I’m still an occasional trouble maker.”
Jody Franklin Burrows ’65 writes, “Nothing particularly noteworthy. My husband, Leyn, and I now live in the Berkshires, in the home my parents used as a summer place from NYC and, after they passed, we bought it in 2010. We moved here from New Jersey permanently at the end of 2018. I use “redirected” rather than “retired.” Leyn says I have no compass! But that’s fine with me! I continue to swim, sing, volunteer, and be active with my UU faith community. I so
look forward to the reunion in October!”
Sarah Stiles ’66, who grew up in the same neighborhood as Esther Darling Mulroy ’69 on Beach Bluff in Swampscott, stopped by to visit Esther in June 2023. (See photo 1)
Ann Woodard ’68 shares, “Woodstock, Vermont was the town that Abbie Smith Meeks ’68 chose to settle in when she moved east from California. It turns out that Kathy Myers ’68 and her family live
quite close to Woodstock. When Maureen Steele Bellows ’68 (MN) planned a trip to see Abbie in her new digs, Trina Ross Sherer ’68 offered to drive up from Rhode Island and I drove over from New Hampshire where I was visiting my eldest daughter. We had a riverside lunchtime reunion where we gabbed for a solid 4 hours. It was wonderful to be together! Trina has offered her house in Little Compton for our next class gathering in the early fall of 2025. Details to follow.”
(See photo 2)
Esther Darling Mulroy ’69, Sally Smithwick ’69, Pam Winsor ’69, and Kathy Bradford ’69 enjoyed a fall lunch at the Wenham Tea House. A growing group of 1969 classmates have been getting together on a regular basis and all are welcome to join. Please contact the Alumni Office to be connected to this group! (See photo 3)
Michelle Pandy Cooley ’80 writes, “My oldest son, Matthew, married Sarah Mack Drury on May 13, 2023 in the Dewey Beach area of Delaware. Matt and Sarah left LA where they were working in the entertainment industry and moved to Virginia after their wedding.”
(See photo 4)
Geoffrey Alexander ’82 shares, “My wife Lindsay and I have been living in Cape Elizabeth, Maine now for 30 years. Hard to believe. It has been a wonderful place to raise a family and we feel blessed. Our three boys are now grown and busy establishing their own lives in Nashville, New York and Tucson. We became grandparents for the
first time in March and are eager to meet the next generation of Alexander. We still go to Sugarloaf most winter weekends and spend as much time as we can on the ocean exploring the Maine coast in the summers. I can never get enough time on the water. This fall, we will be traveling with Maggie and Mike Jackson ’82 to Japan for a belated 60th birthday for three of the four of us. Should be a blast.”
Duncan Cox ’86 happened to meet Katrina Stanislaw ’02 at the annual organic certification conference in San Antonio, Texas. They were previously strangers to each other.
(See photo 5)
Deb Coppola Scaringi ’87 was awarded a lifetime achievement award for her work in legal marketing and business development. In April 2024, Deb was inducted into The Legal Marketing Association’s Hall of Fame for her outstanding contributions to the association and the industry, demonstrated through her career achievement, sustained commitment to the advancement of the profession, significant contributions to the LMA community, and by conducting herself with esteemed professionalism among her peers across the industry. (See photo 6)
Bill Lemos ’95 writes, “Hello Pingree Family! All is well in the Lemos house. Chrissy ’96 and I are living in Boxford, our daughter Caroline is a senior at Pingree and our son Matthew just finished his 8th grade year at Brookwood. Congrats to Caroline’s field hockey team for winning their second NEPSAC title in row–it was an incredible season. I recently started a new job at Alliant Insurance Services and spending my free time in the rinks with Matt. I hope to see everyone at the next alumni event!”
(See photo 7)
Matthew Soursourian ’04 completed a marathon in Bruges, Belgium in the fall of 2023 and a marathon in Albi, France in the spring of 2024. (See photos 8 & 9)
Johnna Marcus ’05 writes, “Hi Pingree Community! I am a Social
Worker now, living in the Boston area and working at Massachusetts General Hospital in Advanced Heart Failure. I have also been doing some teaching at universities in the area (Boston University, Smith College) about addiction, organ transplant and pain management and social work. I am excited to do more teaching and take part in more educational opportunities in part due to having such a wonderful education at Pingree myself! I am also a runner, most recently participating in the Boston Athletic Associations 10K. Wishing everyone in the Pingree Community well!”
Kyle Bishop ’06, Drew Bishop Tamm ’06, Sarah Parker Thayer ’06, and Caroline Seamans Virani ’06 enjoyed a recent meetup with their babies. (See photo 10)
Kate Rokos ’08 is married, working,
and loving life as a family of four (two humans/two dogs). Anna Huzar Bukvic ’08 was the “best lady” at her October 2021 wedding. Since then, Kate enjoys playing Fairy Godmother to Anna’s kids and can’t wait to get them into ice skates. Kate is on the board of Rock n’ Rescue, whose mission is to rescue dogs from overcrowded animal shelters across the world and safely place them with families in Massachusetts. Voted “most helpful” in her senior class, it won’t be surprising to many that she works in Human Resources.
(See photos 11 & 12)
Jolmi Minaya ’09 married his wife, Maritza, on May 24, 2024 in Colombia. Maritza and Jolmi met as high school students when they both attended the 2007 Student Diversity Leadership Conference and then reconnected 9 years
later. In attendance to celebrate the special occasion were fellow Pingree alumni Bianka Mejia ’09, Lauri Perez ’08, Kaisy Rosario ’08, Jazmin Minaya ’12, and German Disla ’07. (See photo 13)
Kaitlin Reedy Malin ’10 was recognized in The Hedge Fund Journal’s annual report of the Top 50 Leading Women in Hedge Funds. Kaitlin currently works at iConnections, where she rose to the role of the company’s first-ever Chief Operating Officer.
Katie Ober Higham ’12 shares, “On September 9, 2023, I married my husband, Rob Higham, in my family’s backyard right down the street from Pingree School. Included are pictures from our wedding day with my parents, Kim and Ted Ober, and brother Sam Ober ’16 as well as longtime friend, Izzy Attenborough ’12, who was one
of my bridesmaids.”
(See photos 14, 15 & 16)
Jacob Gilbert ’13 and Olivia Carmichael ’14, who began dating at Pingree, married on April 6, 2024. Olivia graduated from Bryn Mawr College in 2018 and went on to graduate with a masters in education from the University of Pennsylvania in 2019. She is currently teaching elementary science and reading at a school for kids with language based learning disabilities. Jake graduated from Temple University in 2017 and went on to graduate from Rutgers Law School in 2022. Jake currently works as an employment discrimination and civil rights lawyer. The couple currently reside in Philadelphia with their dog, George.
(See photos 17 & 18)
Michaela Byrne Soper ’13 and John Franklin Soper III welcomed their
baby girl, Lily Clare Soper, to the world on June 8, 2024.
(See photo 19)
Liza Stambaugh ’14 married Joshua Jenkins, her partner of four years, at Southwick Zoo in August of 2024. They chose the zoo because of their shared love of animals, especially as Josh is a veterinary student at Ross University. It’s been an exciting year splitting their time between St. Kitts in the Caribbean and Massachusetts. Liza is currently working in Massachusetts in consumer research. They share a Bernese Mountain Dog, Osiris, and a wild orange cat, Taquito.
Tori Farrell ’23, Sophia Comparato ’23, Caroline Rogers ’23, and Tom Smith ’08 connected along the 2024 Boston Marathon route.
(See photo 20)
Pingree School extends its condolences to the loved ones of the following members of our school community.
Brian Walsh P’78, ’80
August 10, 2023
Brian was a proud Pingree parent, member of the school’s Board of Trustees from 1977–1982, and a lifelong school leader serving as Head of the Buckley School and Shore Country Day School.
Arthur “Buck” Marshall Lawton, Jr. P’84, ’86
September 21, 2023
Buck was a proud Pingree parent, trustee from 1981–1991, lifelong educator, and beloved former Head of Brookwood School. Buck’s wife, Natalie, served as the Pingree School Counselor from 1982–2005.
Donna Gilton ’68
November 28, 2023
Donna was a cherished member of the Class of 1968 and a passionate advocate for the Malcolm Coates Prep@Pingree Program. She was the first student of color to graduate from Pingree School and began a lifelong pursuit to advance educational equity.
April 21, 2024
Christine was a proud Pingree parent and served as the database manager on Pingree’s advancement team from 2001–2005.
Nelson J. Darling P’69, ’70, ’81, GP’01, ’04, ’10, ’10, ’18
June 18, 2024
A founding and long-standing Pingree School trustee, Nelson was an extraordinary ambassador and friend to our school since its inception. A proud Pingree parent and grandparent to eight alumni, Nelson and his late wife, Ruth, led the way with their own philanthropy and deep commitment to the Pingree community for more than 50 years.
June 21, 2024
A beloved member of the Class of 1972, Nancy was a lifelong educator having served as faculty member in the Department of History at Purdue University for nearly 40 years.
*This list of names is reported through August 2024. If we have missed a name, please accept our sincere apologies and contact us at communications@pingree.org.
Dear Pingree Community,
We are proud to present the 2023–2024 Report of Giving in celebration of your loyal support and commitment to the mission and continued growth of Pingree School. One inspiring constant in our community is the culture of philanthropy that fuels all aspects of the Pingree experience. Your support, through annual, capital, endowment, and planned gifts, helps sustain our programs in perpetuity, both defining and ensuring a vibrant experience for every member of the Pingree community.
Together, we raised nearly $10 million in gifts and pledges from approximately 1,100 donors between July 2023 and June 2024. We are excited to spotlight the following fundraising achievements and initiatives funded by philanthropy:
• $1.3 million raised for our annual priorities including unrestricted support of the Pingree Fund, Prep@Pingree, and the Head’s Fund for Innovation;
• More than $8 million secured in new gifts and pledges toward Pingree’s endowment and campus master plan;
• 703 gifts made on Giving Day totaling $280,149—a new dollar record for the day!
• Welcomed an array of mission-aligned visiting lecturers to campus including Dr. Belle Liang and Tim Klein, Richard Blanco, Bryan Terrell Clark, and R.K. Russell;
• Increased professional development resources for faculty leading Advanced Pingree Educational Experiences (APEX), pinnacle courses that empower students to feed their intellectual curiosity, generate new ideas by combining creative and critical thinking, and expand their learning across academic disciplines;
• Completed the installation of an extensive stage and house lighting project in the Mary Weld Pingree Center for Performing Arts;
• Completed a dining hall renovation during winter break that added flotex flooring, a stand-alone soup and salad bar, and a new allergy station.
There is much to be thankful for as we begin a new academic year. We are humbled by your love for Pingree and remain deeply grateful for all you do to sustain our school.
With gratitude and pride,
Timothy M. Johnson Head of School
James F. Kellogg ’85 President, Board of Trustees
Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01 Director of Advancement
Where the Dollars Came From
* Actual results surpassed annual giving budget above.
Where the Dollars Went
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Maureen and Peter Abramson
Seth I. Abramson ’98
Jessie Achterhof
Rebecca Ward Acselrod ’84
Brian A. Adam ’07
Robert W. Adam ’11
Bill Adams and Amy Singleton Adams ’82
Detris Adelabu
Olivia Adelabu ’22
Vinicius Aguiar ’12
Anjuli Aguja ’23
Peter Albert
The Alepa Family
Michael D. Alexander ’00
Colleen Allen and Joshua M. Allen ’98
Bob Alley
Lacey D. Allis ’10
Neil Alsip and Laura Caron
Christopher Ames and JoAnn Manson
Jennifer L. Ames ’05
Maria Amfilo
Mr. and Mrs. David Anderson
Nina Sacharuk Anderson ’77 and Blake Anderson
Cindy and Chuck Angelopulos
Irene Appe
Pam and Adam Armstrong
Jennifer Arthur
Michelle and Lenia Ascenso
Allison Attarian ’17
Sherrill and Mark Attarian
Louisa and Neale
Attenborough
Mark C. Attia ’98
Susan Ayres ’65
Allison Babula
Jennifer Babuls
Hope Amory Bachelder ’77 and Robert Bachelder
Kathy and Bo Baird
Annemarie Sheehan Baker ’93
Josephine Mehm Baker ’77
Joanne and Richard Banville
Daniel Barker ’01
Elyssa Barrett
Susan Cameron Barrow ’65
Rebecca Hayes and Jared Bartok
Emily J. Batchelder ’79
Elaine Becker and Thomas Bean
Christian and Lynne Beasley
Nick and Maggie Beasley
David and Madeline Becker
Amy and Mark Belanger
Cindy and Tom Belhumeur
Thomas R. Belhumeur ’04
Laura Bell
Vivian and Sam Bennett
The Bertolon Family
Birdsall Family
Dale W. Bishop ’08
Julie and Kirk Bishop
Kyle Bishop ’06
Britton P. D. Bistrian ’96
Nashly Ozuna Blanco ’23
Amy Blodgett ’82
Susan Quigley Blodgett ’83
Maura and Dave Blundin
Sean Blundin ’23
Sandra and Michael Bonacorso
Rosemary A. Bond ’69
Addison Booth ’27
Brooke and Griffin Booth
Debbe and Spike Booth
Loren Malfitano Borges ’00
Jean and Frank Botta
Kate Lockwood Bracken ’96 and David Bracken
Terri and Sean Bradley
Scot R. Bradstreet ’79
Sarah and Tim Brady
Alexandra Glazer Brasco ’09
James F.C. Breed ’97
Lisa and Andy Briggs
Margaret Broaddus ’73
Emily Broadhurst ’16
Sarah Burns Brogna ’88
Paige Bronk ’85
Grace Steward Brookens ’11
Jovanna and Graham Brooks
Jennifer Brooks and Richard Ciolino
Krisie and Dan Brown
Edgar Brown
Erin Brown
Kristin A. Brown and Aaron Hirsch
Tessa Deering Browne ’04
Sissy and Sandy Buck
Sarah M. Buck ’02 and Johnny Ritzo
Jen and Erich Buddenhagen
Linda and Will Buddenhagen
Jordan H. Burke ’95
Joshua N. Burlingham ’04
Josh Burns ’77 and Susan Burns
Jody Franklin Burrows ’65
Alec Burt
Heather and Justin Bush
Amy and Mark Butterworth
Clare and Michael Byrne
Michaela Byrne ’13
Ellie Cabot
Maggie Cahill ’91
Tom Calder-Mulroy ’01
Lori and Mike Callahan
Lauren Connolly Canny ’05
Brian N. Capecci ’98
Jaimie T. Cappucci ’10
Lilia T. Carey ’08
Lee and Steve Carey
Meredith Cohen and Walter Carl
Ellen Carpenter ’68 and John W. Carpenter
Christoper Carrigan and Laura Cabot Carrigan
Una Carroll ’21
Chris Carter ’88
Cristie and Scott Carter ’90
Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Case ’85
Rebecca Cass
Glenys and Ruben Castillo
Andrew Castraberti ’08
Tania and John Chandler
Allison A. Charles ’97
Amanda J. Charles ’00
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Charles
Barbara and Clark Chase
Caroline Basile Cheek ’05
Elisha Cho
Nancy Daly Church ’65
Lucy Ciacciarelli ’23
Doug Cioffi ’84 and Sally Wigglesworth Cioffi ’86
Eric R. Cioffi ’87
Ryan Clark ’23
Vickie Clifford
David L. Coates ’01
Deborah Coates
Susan and Tom Coffman
Ilona and Peter Colantonio
Caroline Collins
Allison and John Collins
Michael E. Collins ’07
Louise and Mark Coltin
Christina Clifford
Comparato ’85 and Chris Comparato
Ella Comparato ’23
Sophia Comparato ’23
Quinn Spagnoli Condon ’01 and Matt Condon
Elizabeth Mollineaux Cook ’89
Maura and Paul Copeland
The Corning Family
Veronica M. Corning ’10
Barbara and Evan Corns
Elena Russo and Nat Coughlin
Jordan Coulombe
Livia Cowan ’77
Richard Cowan
Cynthia and Duncan Cox ’86
Caroline W. Crank ’04
Allison and Bradley Crate
Pamela and Dave Crehan
Pauline Seamans
Crowninshield ’66
Kelly and Dennis
Cunningham
J. Bradford Currier, Jr. ’03
Karen and Steve Curry
Michele and Brian Cusack
Audra M. Dalton ’95
Sally Johnson Daly ’81 and Thomas Daly
Diane and Sean Daly
Kristen and Gavin Danaher
Jen and Matthew Daniels
Benjamin Daume ’19
Cappy and Sam Daume
Ghizlane and Stephen DeAngelis
Christopher DeBlasio ’20
Louisa and Frank Deland
Alexis Demoulas ’11
Glorianne Demoulas ’70 and Robert Farnham
Melanie Ziegler and Doug Dempster
The Di Lillo Family in memory of Maria Floccari
Kathy and David DiCenso
Jim DiCenzo
Alice Roberts Dietrich ’68
Shelby DiFiore ’12
Suzanne Schnell Di Meco ’98 and Leland Di Meco
Caitlyn Dion ’23
Jeannine and Peter Dion
My Do-Kruse ’91
Mr. and Mrs. Doanh D. Do
Khoa and Thuy Do
Trinity and Tu Do
Gail and Brian Doherty
Olivia Donahue ’23
Jeaniene and Mark Donovan
Julie and Peter Donovan
Caitlin Doran-Serafino ’00
Cameron Dowd ’18
Courtney Dowd ’16
Erica Dowd ’22
Sue and Tim Dowd
Timothy Dowd ’20
Karen and John Drislane
Braden Dugas
Kelli M. Duggan ’89
Ashley DuKatz ’23
Holly O’Donohue Duren ’03 and Benjamin Duren
Suzanne and John Duval
Mary and Dennis Dyer
Dorothy Bundy Dylag ’77
The Eardley Family
Sarah P. Edie ’01
Carolyn Sherman Egan ’89 and Stouffer Egan
Kirsten A. Ehrig-Sarkisian ’85 and Keith Sarkisian
Emily Einhorn
Joseph and Beverly Elcewicz
Heidi and Jim Ellard
Mimi Davis Emmons ’64
Anne Caudill Engelhart ’87
Courtney and Rick Eno
Caitlin Connolly Eppes ’02
Andrew J. Eschelbacher ’98
Alessandra Evangelista ’23
Jonah Evans ’01
Morgan Baird Everson ’04
Finley Ezekiel ’23
Kira and Dan Fabrizio
Raymond Falconer and Cori Cather
Mr. and Mrs. James Falese
Sandi and Brian Falvey
Elizabeth and Stephen Fantone
Meredith R. Farahmand ’10
Leigh and Scott Farber
Victoria Farrell ’23
Mary J. Cahill Farella ’89 and Stéfane Cahill Farella
Amanda J. Farrer ’07
Amelia Fawcett ’74
Nedia deSouza and David Feick
Paul and Suzie Feick
Carol Seitchik and Alan Feldman
Lindsey and Christopher Fellows
Adelaide Fenton ’20
The Fenton Family
Maureen Ferreira
Eleanor Ferris ’22
Patricia Asselin Ferris ’93 and Dan Ferris
Matthew J. Filosa ’06
Jill and John Finnerty
Owen Finnerty ’24
Susan and Richard Fitzgerald
Elsbeth Taft Flanagan ’01
Francine and John Flint
Haley J. Foley ’05
Joy and Michael Foley
Katie Nugent Foley ’06
Wendy Vincent Fox ’86
Evan L. Franklin ’90
Brett D. Freedman ’94
Allison Cassidy Freeman ’01 and Shaun Freeman
Patricia Freeman
Wendy H. Friend ’80 and Mark Denney
Tamar Salter Frieze ’99 and Ken Frieze
Kate Frost
Shari and Brady Frost
Lisa L. Fuccione ’98
Christopher J. Fusco ’00
The Gaddipati Family
Maeve Gaddipati ’23
Patty and Joe Gaffney
Samantha and Jason Galui ’95
Sheila and Paul Galvani
The Gambon-Mokrzycki Family
Benjamin R. Ganley ’99
Sarah Curran Garnett ’99
Gerard Garrett
Sue and Bart Geer
Debbie Geller ’88
Jillian T. Gentilli ’06
Ivy George
Catherine Gibbons ’74
Jonathan Gistis
John Glencross ’23
Susan Glessner
Connie Pemberton Glore ’69 and Fred Glore
Emily and Peter Glore ’04
Melissa and Alec Glorieux
Jessica and David Goff
Andrew J. Goldberg ’95
Marah Goldman ’23
Ashley and Jacob Goliti-Chase
Edith Goltra
Emily and Seth Goodling
Michael and Michelle Gracey
Elizabeth Morgan Graf ’69 and Robert Graf
Ann McAuliffe Gram ’73 and William Gram
Jenny and Sam Graves
Caroline Gray ’24
Michelle and Nathan Gray
Winifred Gray
Steve Greason and Jessica Schlather
Sita and Brendan Greelish ’97
Daron J. Greelish ’99
Cathy Greenough ’67
Robyn and Casey Griffin
$10 MILLION RAISED FOR PINGREE SCHOOL
Elaine Gross
Devon Tadler ’09 and Zach Guarino ’09
Beth Loughhead and Jim Gubbins
Alexandra Gudaitis ’21
Heidi and Mark Gudaitis
Victoria Gudaitis ’18
Kim and Jon Guerster
Lindsey Guinan Gund ’88
Heidy Guzman ’23
Katherine Haas ’19
Paula and Greg Haas
Tennille Hahn
Steven Hall
Beth Hagan Haltmeier and Eric Haltmeier
Betsy Santry Hancock ’79
Katesy Townsend and Andy Hanneman
Jay Hardwick ’96
Weze Shorts Harrigan ’95 and Dan Harrington
Sarah and John Harrington
Jennie and Mark Harrington
Tova Kaplan Harrington ’02 and Matthew Harrington ’00
Jordan Hathaway ’00
Emily Hawthorne ’12
Robert Hayes
Leigh Armstrong Hebard ’89
Lori McMahon Heil ’96
James R. Henderson ’06
Stephanie and Ryan Hendrickson ’03
Tamar Kotelchuck and Nathan Hendrie
Nancy Hewson
Andrew G. Heywood ’98
Dana C. Heywood ’02
Beth Alling and Brad Hildt
Paige and Jud Hintlian ’90
Mary Hintlian
Sarah Hirsch ’24
Matthew J. Hoenigsberg ’99
Mackenzie Holian ’23
Abigail Holland ’19
Elaine and John Horgan
Kim Hourihan ’83
Tyler Howe ’22
Roberta and Fred Huffman
Noah I. Hugenberger ’00
Helen and Don Hughlett
Nina Husak ’23
Lilia Hutchins ’19
Anna Huzar ’08
Jessica Lockwood Hyde ’99 and Jon Hyde
Harry J. L. Ingram ’05
Hannah E. Iorio ’05
Daniella Irvine Gates ’02
Amanda Crawford
Jackson ’96 and Ned Jackson
Robin Blackmore and E.W. Jalajas
The Jamitkowski Family
Sarah Huffman Jarvis ’98
Pauline and Pete Jenkins
Peter Jenkins ’23
William and Evelyn Jimenez
Isabelle Job ’20
Amy and Rob Job
Rebecca Risk Johnson ’01
Jen Groeber and Tim Johnson
Tracy and Mark Johnson
Emily Jones ’74
Samantha Jones ’23
Samantha T. Jones ’11 and Brendan Oliver ’11
Elizabeth Kadnar ’23
Stephanie and Matt Kadnar
Caroline T. Kagan ’20
Christopher Kagan ’23
Courtney and Mark Kagan
Marianne and Bill Kane
Diane and Gary Kaneb
Karla and Jeff Kaneb
Olivia Byrne Kaneb ’14
Heather and Denis Kim
Kirsten Kimball Kapteyn ’81
Maria and Bill Karametsopoulos
Katherine and C.J. Karch
Michaella and Stephen Karl ’98
Elizabeth Kasper ’07
Cory and Jennifer Kavanagh
Kelli and James Keck
Beth Dyer Kellett ’98
Kate Cairns Kellogg ’86 and Jamie Kellogg ’85
Betsy Kennedy
Carolyn Kennedy ’21
Lauren and Dave Kennedy
Elizabeth Kennedy ’23
Francis Kennedy ’23
Nancy Rohlfs and Randy Kennedy
Heather Kent
Stephen Kent and Nancy Sullivan
Cara D. Kettenbach ’98 and Josh Nutter
Teddie Kettenbach ’04
Frances Demoulas Kettenbach ’69 and Michael Kettenbach
Kelly and Michael Kettenbach ’00
Merle and Ken Kew
Joan Kiely ’19
June Kiely ’16
Kari Shaughnessy Kihara ’10
Chris Klinch and Kerri Goddard Klinch '88
Anne and William J. Kirby, Jr.
Kate Kirianov
Kelsey M. Klibansky ’08
W. Adam Kline ’79
Anne Hooper Kneisel ’66 and Bill Kneisel
Heather Knowles ’95
Polly and Joe Knowles
Marion Hewson Knowles ’78
Jenny and Bob Knowles
Melody and Joshua Komyerov
David Kotelchuck
Lex Kottmeyer
Jason R. Kramer ’08
Kathy Kreider ’78
Mr. Christian Krohg ’18
Sarah E. Laaff ’03
Nicole and Robin LaBossiere
Michele and Keith Laezza
Anne Stier LaFontaine ’78
Anne and Kevin Lafortune
Madeline LaMarche ’23
Laura Geraty Lambert ’01
Gary Lamothe and Lori Timmermann
Henrik Førland Lampert ’05
Madison Landers ’23
Anders Landgren ’21
Anna Landgren ’18
Trish and Mark Landgren
Christopher P. Lange ’07
Mary G. Puma and Eivind Lange
Kyle P. Lange ’10
Kim and Chris Langway
Elisabeth A. Langworthy ’73
Alena Larsen ’15
Carolyn Larsen ’19
Erik Larsen ’13
Allyson and Lance Larsen
Diane and Rod Larson
Julia Wilson Larson ’74
Sarah and Ted Laubinger
Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01 and John Lawler
Tom Lawson
Alyssa LeBel ’75
Tad LeBlond and Stephanie Mann
Caroline Lee ’22
Rebecca Symmes Lee ’94 and Kenneth Lee
Alexandra Leff
Jenni and Alex Leikikh
Nancy and David* Lemons
Christine McCarthy Lemos ’96 and Bill Lemos ’95
Gordon Lenci
Dylan Leonard ’23
Irv Levy
Karen Lin
Abbi Lione ’97
Doo Little ’79
Hannah Liu
Trent and Stratton Lloyd
Robert A. Logan ’03
Samuel J. Logan ’06
Sophia Lopez ’23
Winsthon W. Lopez ’08
Fiona and Geoffrey Lubbock
Nina Lubeck ’17
Sue VanBaalen and Norm Lubeck
Mary and John Lucey
Courtney and Eric Luck
Julia and James Luck
Joelle Lufkin
Laurie Gumuchian and Paul Lukasiewicz
Jen and Chip Luz
Caitlin C. Lynch ’98
Heidi Rowland Lynn ’78 and Mike Lynn
Ann Lyons
Michael Mabius ’23
Laura Viola Maccarone and Gregory Maccarone
Christopher MacDougall
Joanie and Bruce Mackey
Liza Richardson
MacLaughlin ’08 and Ben MacLaughlin ’08
Jim MacLaughlin ’84
Robert MacNeille
Richard and Janet Macrina
Donna and Anthony Maggio
Nora Maginn Fame
Colleen K. Maher ’10
Kaitlin Reedy Malin ’10
Monica Manning ’14
Jennifer M. Mannion ’11
Mary "Posie" (Means) Mansfield ’67
Ana Lancaster
and Vincent Manzi
Amy and John Mariani
Michael Mariani ’23
Bryan Marinelli ’22
Erica and Dom Marinelli
Emma Marinelli
Luke Marinelli ’24
Stephanie and Jay Mark
Mr. and Mrs. James Marks
Maureen Marsella
Deirdre Scudder Martin ’80 and Peter Martin
Jane Martin and Douglas McGrath*
Jamal Martinez ’13
Karen and Brad Mascott
Susan and Trip Mason
Anna Geraty ’98 and Peter Mason ’96
Diana Batchelder Mathey
Max L. Mathey ’09
Peter W. Mathey ’01
Samuel G. Mathey ’04
Sarah Mathey ’11
Allison Matlack
Wassim Matraji and Dahlia Khankan
Mary and Daniel McCarthy
Andrea Brox and John McCarthy ’78
Michael McClellan
Marissa and Scott McClintock
June* and James McCloy
Eric McCollom
Tina and Alan McCoy
Anna Mae McCoy
Tammy and Bobby Mcdonald
Karen E. McGinley ’79
Jeannette Darling McGinn ’81 and Peter McGinn
Phil McGowan
Alexander S. McGrath
Elsa McKernan ’23
Vera McLafferty
Amy and Ben McLaughlin
Colin McLoy ’23
Alison McMaster ’95
Gretchen Sinnett and Joe McMaster
Eliza Mead ’14
The Mead Family
Bianka Mejia ’09
Margaret McGeown Melanson ’99
Therese and Kurt Melden
Christopher Mellen ’19
Elleri and Michael Melnick
Erica Meninno ’07
Lauren Menzie ’16
Matthew Menzie ’15
Lynne and Tim Menzie
Carol and Woody Merriman
Carl Meyer ’23
Lauren Kruck Meyer ’05
Robyn and Thomas Milbury
Grace Miller ’19
Jazmin Minaya ’12
Jolmi Minaya ’09
Tsung Ming and My Linh Hsu
Jane Kimball Mitchell
Ledge Mitchell
Zachery Mitchell ’17
Connor Mokrzycki ’18
Deborah Nash Molander ’68
Alex Moldovean ’25
Melanie and Calin Moldovean
Char Glessner Monié ’99
Mary Lou Monteiro
Veronica Monteiro ’13
Mike Montenegro
Jessica Angell
Rebecca Reynolds Moore ’82
Hannah and Steven Moran
Sean Morgan ’98
Alanna DeNapoli Morris ’97
Patty Morrison ’03
Lea Jackson Morrissey ’74 and Chris Morrissey
Meghan Malone-Moses and Stephen Moses
Michele and Ben Mottola
Jack Moulison ’23
Marissa A. Muggeo ’07
Sara and Bob Mullaney
Grace Mullaney ’23
Katie Healey Mullen ’02 and Joe Mullen
Esther Mulroy ’69
Andrew Murdock ’17
Fiona Murphy ’23
Joelle and George Murphy
Lindsay and Ian Murphy
Molly Murphy
Sarah Haug Murphy ’67
Jessica and Alex Nagle
Joan and Mel Nagler
Annette and Paul Najarian
Aakash Nandipaku ’23
Amanda Nasser ’09
Bethany and Paul Nasser
Casey Fischer Nelligan ’04 and Patrick Nelligan ’04
Janice and Michael Nelligan
Matt T. Nelligan ’04
Michael Nelligan, Jr. ’02
Nelson Johnson Family
The Nickole Family
Jessica M. Nigrelli ’98
Tracy Nigrelli ’98
Maria Nikolakopoulos ’23
Adam Norris ’93
Chloe Norris ’22
Jamie and Russell Norris
John Edward Nugent ’08
The Nugent Family
Ryan Nugent ’00
Tatjana NugterenGijsbrechts and Nils Nugteren
Stephanie and Rafael Nuñez
Vania O’Connor
John K. O’Donohue ’01
Catherine O’Hare ’12
Elizabeth F. O’Hare ’04
The O’Hare Family
Dominie O’Neill
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Oakley
Laura Coltin Ogden ’98 and Robert Ogden
Diana Denning and Eric Olson
The Onello Family
Megan Onello ’21
Lorrie Gordon and Jonny Orr
Nicholas D. Osborne ’01
Ariana E. Oshiro ’11
Maria G. Osterlof ’01
Carolyn Paczkowska and Kenneth Grant
Amber Wang and Dennis Pan
Jong Kwan Park
Kathleen Dyer Parker ’02 and Justin Parker ’02
Lisa W. Parker ’76
Barbara and Ollie Parker
Ellen and Robert Parker
Amy R. Parkinson ’98
Ashley Parks
Aman Patel ’23
Brijesh and Hema Patel
Trish and John Patti
Stephanie Patton ’00 and John Patton
Kate Dale Payne ’90 and John Payne
Kathleen and Ed Pease
Owen Pease ’19
Greg M. Pennington ’08
Lauri B. Perez ’08
Jenny and Chris Perkin
Elizabeth and Mark Perry
Dario Petrillo ’22
Laura and Richard Petrillo
Emma B. Phippen ’11
Joanna L. Phippen ’82
Sandra and Will Phippen
Mike Piaseczynski
Conor Pickett
Nora Pierce ’23
Alexandra Pingree ’08
Chris Pingree ’78
Mr. and Mrs. John R.
Pingree, Jr.
Lucy and Will Pingree
Prinya Pinyochon and Caroline Jolliffe
Jane Shotwell Pirie ’79
The Pironti Family
Jason Pollina ’18
Leigh Baker Pool ’68 and Rothwell Pool
Mike Posternack
Dave Poulo and Loren Kennedy
Cara R. Pratt ’05
Nicholas N. Pratt ’04
Beth and Daniel Prawdzik
Jillian C. Price ’05
Carol and John Pruellage
Jena L. Pruett ’10
Jennifer Inker and Tim Pynchon
Michael Quinn ’91
Kelly and Mike Radochia
Lyndsey Shepard Raffol ’10
Nancy and Daniel Rafuse
Vonda and Jim Raisides
Sarah Fitzgerald Rana ’01 and Kaushal Rana
Nathan Rawlins ’16
Campbell Rawlins ’09
Linda and Tim Ready
Susanne and Jim Rech
Lauren E. Regan ’05
Leslie E. Reichert
Ingrid and Mark Renzi
Claudia and Chat Reynders
Olivia Ribaudo ’23
Linda and Jon Rich
Andrea Richards
Wendy Morgan Richardson ’78 and Peter Richardson
Margaret Hunt Rieck ’81
Jeffrey S. Riese ’98
Jane Blake Riley ’77 and Thomas Riley
Page Riley ’05 and James Leach
Mr. and Mrs. David W. Rimmer
Bayard V. Robb, Jr. ’75
Kristin W. Robbins ’86
Cara Fauci and Jeff Roberts
Polly Roberts ’72
Catharine H. Roehrig ’67
Paola and Jeff Roelofs
William Roelofs ’24
Caroline Rogers ’23
Caroline S. Rogers ’68
Daniel M. Rogers ’09
Gabi Rogers
$1.3 MILLION
Janet and Mike Rogers
Sandra and Matt Roman
Sasha J. Rosenberg
Cindy and Mark Ross
Elizabeth and Ronald Rossetti
Kim and Philip Rotner
Frances and Stephen Rowland ’80
Ray Roy ’04
Jonathan S. Rubenfeld ’00
Elizabeth Rudenberg ’72
William Rudolph ’01
Lynn Pearson Russell ’65
Stephen Sacchetti
Amy Sampson
Mathew J. Santos ’00
Eileen Savage-Creedon
Elizabeth Savarese ’99
Zarenna Sawyer ’23
Leigh and Alan Scharfe
Kathy and Mike Schena
Heatha and Tony Schena
Janet and John Schickling
Gerry Schwinn
Campbell B. Seamans ’75 and Dale Hawkes Seamans ’77
John B. Seamans ’76
Cameron Segal ’16
Traci and Ken Segal
John Selverian and Andrea Bauer
Mayra and Carlo Senices
Nicole Serratore ’93
Lisa Garry-Seymour and Robert W. Seymour
Michelle G. Shafer ’10
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Shafter
Ellen Reinhalter Shain ’77 and Bruce Shain
Abby and Josh Shain ’09
Mary and Mike Shanahan
Katie Shannon
Ellen and Keith Shaughnessy
Megan J. Shaughnessy ’04
Michael W. Shaughnessy ’08
Julia Crowley Shaw ’76
Colby Shea ’19
Marissa D. Cerretani ’07
Avery Sheets ’24
Stephanie and Brad Shepherd
Charles Shepherdson and Josephine Huang
Sarah White Sherwood ’77 and Peter Sherwood
Lyn and Tom Shields
Alex Shorts ’00
Paula and Bink Shorts
Mia Shuman ’23
Sophie Shuman ’21
Pam and Dean Sidell
Luke Sieker ’23
Michael R. Singer ’85
Charlotte C. Sloan ’04
Alexandra Smail ’24
Isabel Smail ’22
Julie Clifford Smail ’86 and David Smail
Anna Smith ’23
Cassandra Smith ’23
Monica Anne Smith ’87
William Smith ’23
Bailey Sostek ’15
Page Cogger Sostek ’87 and Joshua E. Sostek ’87
Anna Souter ’21
Katie O’Hara Southard ’01
Sarah Spillane
Zara-Marie Spooner and Ashifi Gogo
Matthew L. Spurling ’08
Kevin D. St. Pierre ’11
Wendy and Eric Stacey ’81
Anna T. Green and George W. Stairs
Laurel Samson Starks ’76
Andrew Stavisky ’84
Marc Steinberg ’85
Suzanne Pinto and Arthur K. Steinert ’88
Susan and Wayne Stelk
Julie and Jim Stephens
Judy and William Stevens
Kemp C. Stickney ’75
Elizabeth Levitsky Stracher ’87
Diane and Jay Sullivan
Sandy Rowland Sullivan ’79
Zandra Goer Sutter ’98 and Mark Sutter
Marianne and David Sweetser
Donna and Richard Tadler
Hope Taft ’05 and Ryan Lucky
Liz Allen Taft ’73 and Buddy Taft
William Taft ’08
Susan Davies and Rick Talkov
Drew Bishop Tamm ’06
Kara L. Tanzer ’98 and Frank Ortiz
Kathleen Wade Tarnowski
Kayla Tarnowski ’19
William Tarnowski ’21
Mark Tatelman ’04
Lisa and Kevin Taylor
Mackenzie Taylor ’23
Samantha Taylor ’08
Caroline Kenerson Tebbens ’05 and Jay Tebbens
Meredith and Jamie Tedford
Whit Tedford ’23
Christine A. Terry ’92 and Stephen Terry
Paul G. Tetta
Mrs. R. T. H. Thayer
Debra and James Thomas
Sophia Thomson ’23
David Tinagero
Colleen Tlagae
The Tomkins/Tokowicz Family
Sara and David Tollerud
Julie Farmer and John Tonthat
Cameron Traveis ’23
Traveis Family
Tony Traverso ’80
Jane and James Trudeau
Ann Krantz and Alex Tsepetis
Carolyn and Marty Tucker
Sarah Turchin ’04
Christine McNiff Twombly ’93 and Todd Twombly
Sally and Alex Uhle
Erin and Robert Van Tuyl
Debora VanderMolen
Jill and David Varsano
Andrew J. Vassallo ’06
Ethel Mickey ’08 and Dillon Vassallo ’08
James Vassallo ’16
Shelley McCloy Vassallo ’76 and Rich Vassallo
Edward Villiotte ’19
James M. Walsh ’98
Mary Wasserman*
Rebecca S. Wasserman ’02
Kelly and Chris Watrous
Lydia Watts ’87
Emily S. Webbe ’96
Amanda C. Weber ’98
Dee Webster
Lara and Josh Weis
Robert and Vanessa Weisman
John W. Whelan ’11
Natalie and Bill Whelan
Marilyn White
Alexandra Wiberg
In memory of Connie Wieting ’68*
Belinda J. Wilkes
Elizabeth Shanahan Wilkie ’06
Sarah French Wilkins ’76 and Steve Wilkins
Price T. Williams ’03
Jenny Williamson
John M. Williamson ’10
Michael Williamson
Lenworth A. Williamson ’09
Michael Wilmot
Kristin and Christopher Wilson ’90
Courtney H. Wilson ’87
Giselle Winchester
Jessica A. Wistran ’93 and Gregory Hart
Alyssa Zagrobski Witt ’98
Ben and Marjorie Wittner
Anna Wistran Wolfe ’95
Elizabeth Barthelmes Wolff ’07
Jessica Seymour Wood ’02
Maureen and Doug Woodman
Priya Worden ’23
B.B. and Tim Wright
Alan Wu and Julia Yan
Mr. Nicholas M. Yaeger ’01
Andrea Yepez
Dante Yepez ’23
Yarisie and Juan Yepez
Xavier Yepez ’22
Eve Yoken ’18
Heidi and Michael Yoken
Chris and Yean Young
John D. Young and Sue Casey
Aaron M. Zachko ’94
Yiwen Zhan ’23
Nicole and Michael Zimmerman
The following foundations, corporations, and organizations made gifts to Pingree School during the 2023–2024 academic year. We deeply appreciate your generosity and support. Foundation, Corporation,
Anonymous (3)
143 Hudson LLC
Abbot and Dorothy H. Stevens Foundation
American Endowment Foundation
Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund
Bay State Realty
Benevity Community Impact Fund
The BlackBaud Giving Fund: YourCause LLC
Boston Consulting Group
The Boston Foundation Carpenter and MacNeille
Catherine McCarthy Memorial Trust Fund
Charles Family Charitable Foundation
The Chicago Community Foundation
Choate, Hall & Stewart LLP
Combined Jewish Philanthropies
EBSCO Industries, Inc.
Edward S. and Winifred G. Moseley Foundation
Essex County Community Foundation
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Fiduciary Trust Company
Goldman, Sachs & Co. Philanthropy Fund
Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo
Hanson Charitable Foundation
Highland Street Foundation Hurdle Hill Foundation
Institution for Savings: Charitable Foundation
Kenwood Foundation
The Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Charitable Trust
Maine Community Foundation
Mathis Pfohl Foundation
Mellon Bank N.A.
Morgan Stanley GIFT, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. L. Dexter Woodman Scholarship Fund
New York Community Trust
New York Life Insurance Foundation
NFS Leasing
Northern Trust Charitable
The Otis Booth Foundation
Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
RBC Dain Rauscher
Resin Systems Corporation
Rogers Family Foundation
Schwab Charitable Fund
State Street Corporation
Tamarack Foundation
Vanguard Charitable
Virginia Wellington Cabot Foundation
Weld Foundation
A named endowment fund is a gift established in perpetuity to ensure longterm financial stability for Pingree School. As of June 30, 2024, Pingree’s endowment totaled approximately $25 million. We are profoundly grateful to all our endowment donors. Below are the names of Pingree School’s endowment funds with a value of $50,000 or more as of June 30, 2024.
Capital Campaign for Access (2008)
Capital Campaign for Scholarship and Faculty Support (1982)
The William T. (Terry) Carpenter III ’78 Scholarship Fund
The James C. Deveney, Jr. Endowed Scholarship
The Edward E. Ford Foundation Endowment Fund
The John J. Glessner III Fund for Professional Development
The Glore Family Lecture Series for Human Rights and Sustainability
The Richard Harte, Jr. Financial Aid Fund
The Lyon Endowed Scholarship
The Maher Family Scholarship for Esperanza Academy
The Mary Bliss McGrath Financial Aid Fund
The Melden Family Scholarship for Prep@Pingree
The Pen Meyer Financial Aid Fund
The O’Connor Family Endowed Scholarship
The Rogers Teaching Chair Endowment
The Edward S. Rowland Financial Aid Fund
The Shaughnessy Family Scholarship for Prep@Pingree
The Shorts Family Scholarship for Prep@Pingree
NEARLY
$300,000 RAISED FOR THE MALCOLM COATES PREP@PINGREE
The Pegasus Society recognizes supporters of Pingree who have notified us that they have made a provision for the School in their estate plans.
Judith A. Adamson ’67
Alice Flather Blodgett*
Amy R. Blodgett ’82 and Bill Stafford
Scot R. Bradstreet ’79
Sissy and Sandy Buck
Ellie Cabot
The Capone Family
Trish and Steven Castraberti
Mark E. Comunale ’76
James S. Craig ’80
Sharon and Jim* Deveney
Alice Roberts Dietrich ’68
Eleanor* and William* Dorsey
Deceased
Karen and John Drislane
Mimi Davis Emmons ’64
Betsy and Steve Fantone
Jason Feinman ’75
Donna L. Gilton ’68*
John* and Susie Glessner
Katherine Nelson Greene ’65
Richard Harte, Jr.*
Carmen* and Carroll* Hebbel
Ryan D. Hendrickson ’03
The Holland Family
Frederick W. Jackson
Dana P. Jordan ’75
Anne Hooper Kneisel ’66 and Bill Kneisel
Joan and Robert Lockwood
Diana Batchelder Mathey
Donald McCaughan ’78
Lynne and Tim Menzie
Carol and Woody Merriman
Nod* and Henry* Meyer
Rosie and Cub* Morgan
Elizabeth W. Parker ’76
Barbara and Ollie Parker
Kathleen Dyer Parker ’02 and Justin Parker ’02
Sumner Pingree, Jr..*
Joanie and Dick* Purinton
Mary Reinhalter*
Jane Blake Riley ’77 and Tom Riley
Michael W. Robb ’76 *
Marcia* and Robin* Rogers
Julia Crowley Shaw ’76
Lyn and Tom Shields
Paula and Binkley Shorts
David Southworth*
Andrew Stavisky ’84
Kemp C. Stickney ’75
Mrs. R. T. H. Thayer
Mary* and Bill* Wasserman
Dee and King* Webster
And those who wish to remain anonymous