Pingree Magazine: Summer/Fall 2023

MAGAZINE SPECIAL CELEBRATION ISSUE

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Celebrating the

lass of 2023

In This Issue:

IN THE HOUSE

SENIOR CELEBRATIONS

INSIDE ATHLETICS

ANNUAL REPORT

Pingree news & events

Honoring the newest Pingree alumni

Highlights on & off the field

Philanthropic impacts

DAYS IN THE LIFE #PINGREESCHOOL

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In the House

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Inside Athletics

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Senior Week

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Prep@Pingree Highlights

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Hedge Garden

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Annual Report of Giving

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PINGREE MAGAZINE

PINGREE HEAD’S LETTER

Well-Rounded and Purposeful We celebrate the Class of 2023 in this issue of the Pingree Magazine as we come full circle again to start a new school year. Reflecting on the past and looking to the future is a constant joy I experience with faculty and staff every day. The Stoics remind us that we’re just like the people who came before us, and we’re but a brief stopover until the people who just like us will come after.

The Class of 2023 made the most of their stopover, amplifying Pingree’s mission, uplifting each other’s voices, and leading the work of human flourishing to create a more kind, fun, just, and equitable world. Self-aware, self-confident, and skilled, the Class of 2023 will make a difference beyond our campus, and we can’t wait to hear about what they do.

Our graduates arrived prepared to learn, compete, and create; they now leave a legacy of leadership and resilience in our community. They are the class that dedicated themselves to civic engagement, sustainability, and club leadership; they are the class that had nearly 70% graduate with distinction or higher; they are the class that sent a record number of students to play collegiate athletics; and they are the class that set the standard for Polar Plungers every month. The Class of 2023 now carries their memories and experiences into the next stage of their lives, each having prepared them to thrive in the joys and challenges they will face in their next stopovers.

The academic, athletic, artistic, and community achievements highlighted in this issue remind us what it means to be well-rounded and driven by purpose. They are now scholars and alumni exploring new opportunities, giving back to their communities, and taking their many skills into the world to be useful.

To the Class of 2023, please stay in touch. We look forward to hearing from you, whether in the Hedge Garden Class Notes section of future issues of this magazine or back on campus for a visit or a reunion.

Congratulations, and remember that you always have a stopover at Pingree.

Warmly,

Tim Johnson, Head of School

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EDITOR IN CHIEF Novelette Brown CONTRIBUTORS Jared Charney David Goff Ashley Goliti-Chase Jen Henríquez Matt Hins Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01 Diana Mathey P’01, ’04, ’09, ’11 Michael McClellan Caitlin Miller DESIGN Emanio Creative PRINTING Hannaford & Dumas 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 For alumni updates, please email: Ashley Goliti-Chase Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement agoliti@pingree.org 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, stats as a veteran or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard, or any other classification protected under state or federal law.

14TH ANNUAL

FLYING HORSE

OUTDOOR SCULPTURE EXHIBITION SATURDAY

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SEPTEMBER 2–NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The 14th Annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition, held on the grounds of Pingree School is open! Each year, we welcome artists from across the country and around the globe to share their works with the North Shore.

THE EXHIBITION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS.

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In the

House NEWS FROM CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

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I’ve had so many amazing teachers in my time at Pingree, and the bonds I’ve formed are a unique opportunity that I wouldn’t have anywhere else …The teachers here care so much about their students and have encouraged me to always seek help while instilling a love of learning.”

– Nora Pierce ‘23

What’s New Pingree Senior Named National Merit Scholarship Finalist Nora Pierce ’23 was recognized as a 2023 National Merit Scholarship Finalist, a milestone achieved by less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors.

She credits the dedication of Pingree faculty members as contributing to her success.

As a National Merit Scholarship Finalist, Nora is eligible for scholarship opportunities offered by the program’s corporate sponsors and participating universities, which will assist with her studies at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s BS/MD program in conjunction with Albany Medical College.

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IN THE HOUSE IN THE NEWS

Pingree Science Teacher Advocates for Green Chemistry Pingree chemistry teacher Irv Levy was recently the keynote speaker in Wichita, Kansas at the American Chemical Society’s Wichita Section Student Awards event.

His lecture was titled “A Farewell to Hinarms: the Green Chemistry Commitment,” and it outlined the green chemistry commitment (GCC) project that Irv has worked to support for the past ten years with his external partner, Beyond Benign. This project encourages colleges and universities worldwide to provide training in green chemistry for all of their chemistry graduates.

Pingree Student Awarded National Security Language Initiative for Youth Scholarship Alex Moldovean ‘25 was awarded a 2023–2024 National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) merit scholarship sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.

This highly competitive program is designed to encourage young Americans to develop language skills and cultural awareness that will prepare them for future leadership roles in government, business, and academia. The program provides participants with intensive language instruction, cultural activities, and opportunities to interact with local residents.

Alex elected to study Bahasa and spent the summer in an immersive experience in Indonesia. Alex is one of only 14 students nationwide selected to participate. His selection for this prestigious scholarship is a testament to his intellectual curiosity and hard work.

I have a strong passion for languages and a fervent love for understanding other cultures and finding common ground. I have always considered myself a STEM-lopsided student but over the past two years, I have discovered a new passion for history and furthered my passion for languages with the help of some great Pingree teachers.”

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ELEMENTAL This community art show—featuring works from students, faculty, parents, alumni and friends— was held in the Bertolon Gallery in Spring 2023.

The show boasted visual, dance, and musical works from 72 artists.

Ancient and indigenous cultures from around the world recognize, honor and celebrate the four elements that make up life on this planet: earth, air, fire and water. Many cultures and traditions also believe in a fifth element; for the Ancient Greeks it was “Aether”, in tarot it is The Spirit (represented in the Major Arcana), in Japanese philosophy it is “the void” and in Buddhism it is “space”. How can we utilize the sacred framework of the four + elements to enrich our lives with meaning and purpose and find more harmony and balance with nature?

Gallery Manager Caitlin Miller curated the show along with student-curators. On the motivation for the show, she notes, “Something that differentiates us from other animals is that we make art, which in most cases has no practical purpose or function.

And why? Why do we do this thing that has no clear function but

we feel called to do? Why do we sing and paint and dance? We do these things because they make us feel connected to that greater something and that gives our lives purpose and meaning.”

"Hidden Universe" by Caitlin Rae Miller Acrylic on panel

"Phases" by Frankie Sullivan '23 Gouache on paper

Being part of the Elemental Show connected me with being a member of the Pingree art community. Art has been one of my lifelong passions, a medium of selfexpression. The act of creation, especially when shared with my family, has always brought me immense joy.

Among the elements, water has captivated me due to its rich symbolism. It embodies peace, loyalty, and wisdom in my eyes. Initially, I envisioned this painting from the perspective of a fish gazing upwards at my family, hence the idea to employ a fish-eye lens. I aimed to encapsulate the essence of water, envisioning the entire composition submerged beneath its surface. Much like water, I aspire to embody strength and wisdom, guided by the support of my cherished family, as I journey through life.”

– Gissel Ramírez '24

Participating Artists Danny Alepa ’23 Gi Ayala ’23 Izzy Barone ’23 Evan Bechard ’26 Logan Bibeault ’23 Evan Bocchino ’23 Evan Buddenhagen ’23 Elizabeth O’Hare Bradley ’04 Lyla Campbell ’25 Kiara Castillo ’25 Helen Coughlin ’24 Helena Crate ’24 Melissa Cuevas P’24 Avery DePiero ’23 Mai Do ’25 Olivia Donahue ’23 Allie Donovan ’25 Cassie Doyon, Flying Horse Artist Ashley DuKatz ’23 Charlie Falk ’24 Tad Ferreira ’25 Joe Gaffney ’25 Kathryn Gasiorowski ’25 Marah Goldman ’23 James Goodman ‘23

Jennifer Groeber P’26, ’27, ’27, Faculty Max Guertin ’25 Max Goodling ’25 Seth Goodling P’25, ’27 Emily Haas ’25 Nick Hubbard ’24 Nina Husak ’23 Jojo Jimenez ’25 Cabot Johnson ’27 Ingrid Johnson P’19, ’25 Tim Johnson P’26, ’27, ’27, Faculty & Head of School Milo Moon Katzen, Faculty Child Ryan Kavanagh ’24 Maddie Landers ’23 Caroline Lemos ’25 Colbie Lind Johnson ’26 Ani Lukasiewicz ’24 Ava Mack ’25 Ashley Mieses ’24 Caitlin Rae Miller, Faculty Alex Moldovean ’25 Jamie Moore ’26 Fiona Murphy ’23 Kira Nielson ’24

“Fish I” by Gissel Ramírez '24 Acrylic on paper

Maria Nikolakopoulos ’23 Maddy O’Connor ’25 Carolyn Paczkowska P’17, ’24, Faculty Aman Patel ’23 Conor Pickett, Faculty Alex Poss ’25 Ali Pynchon ’26 Gissel Ramírez ’24 Clifford Shepherdson ’25 Allie Smail ’24 Cassie Smith ’23 Frankie Sullivan ’23 Margaret Sweet P’22, ’25 Rebecca Symmes Lee ’94, P‘22, ‘24, Trustee Liz Taft ’73, P’01, ’05, ’08, ’10, Former Faculty Mackenzie Taylor ’23 Whit Tedford ’23 Sophia Thomson ’23 Luke Tsiaras ’25 Debora VanderMolen, Faculty Maggie Warner ’23 Kristen Wilson P’26 Alex Yablin ’23 SUMMER • FALL 2023

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IN THE HOUSE CUM LAUDE SOCIETY

Welcome New Inductees of the Cum Laude Society This spring, Pingree School welcomed a new group of 11th and 12th-grade students into its chapter of the Cum Laude Society (CLS). Founded in 1906, CLS is an international organization that promotes scholarship and recognizes academic achievement in secondary schools.

The induction ceremony featured a keynote speech by alumna Emma Johnson ’10, who shared how the love of learning she fostered on Pingree’s campus continues to impact her work at Columbia University.

As a budding activist while at Pingree, Emma laid the foundation for some of the school’s impactful environmental initiatives. In her speech, she urged students to keep sustainability in mind, balancing big dreams and meaningful valuesaligned projects with the endurance necessary to effect change.

Additionally, members of the Class of 2023 serenaded students and their families with stirring renditions of Lizzie McAlpine’s “Apple Pie” and Kelly Clarkson’s “Breakaway.”

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Senior Class Inductees Danny Alepa ’23 Mark Graubart ’23 Sam Graubart ’23 Camille Kamisky ’23 Schuyler Lloyd ’23 Tess McLafferty ’23 Kelly Min ’23 Olivia Ribaudo ’23 Caroline Rogers ’23 Kanthi Sattiraju ’23 Kate Spaulding ’23 Sophia Thomson ’23 Yiwen Zhan ’23

Junior Class Inductees Helen Coughlin ’24 Quinn Falconer ’24 Sarah Hirsch ’24 Matt Theriault ’24 Genevieve Rich ’24 Will Roelofs ’24 Hannah Selverian ’24

Seniors Inducted into Cum Laude in 2022 Avery DePiero ’23 Mackenzie Holian ’23 Madeline LaMarche ’23 Emily Norton ’23 Nora Pierce ’23

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Pingree School Elevates Athletic Experience with New Outdoor Athletics Complex

Two thumbs up for our new track!"

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INSIDE ATHLETICS NEW COMPLEX

Excitement and anticipation enveloped the Pingree campus as the school commemorated the opening of its state-of-the-art Outdoor Athletics Complex in April. Students, parents, faculty and staff, as well as architects and coaches, gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony signaling the official opening of the long-awaited space.

This groundbreaking addition, which builds on the success of the turf field completed in 2019, includes a new 500-meter track and softball field, restored tennis courts, and newly constructed baseball dugouts.

Expanded parking ensures easy access for spectators.

At the ceremony, Head of School Tim Johnson and Director of Athletics and Afternoon Programs Betsy Kennedy both expressed profound gratitude to donors who supported the project and excitement about the ways the complex will enhance the student experience. In addition to ensuring playable conditions for all fall and spring teams, the complex will further build upon the community spirit fostered through events like highlighted games under the lights. Additionally, hosting external tournaments, events, and community gatherings in the facilities provides the unique opportunity to contribute to the school’s financial sustainability while enhancing its visibility in the local community.

These cutting-edge facilities further cement Pingree’s commitment to fostering a thriving community, facilitating extraordinary co-curricular experiences, and supporting the holistic development of our student-athletes.

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INSIDE ATHLETICS COLLEGE ATHLETES

Nearly 25% of the Class of 2023 Commits to NCAA Sports Twenty-four Pingree graduates from the Class of 2023 advanced to the next level in their athletic careers with commitments to collegiate teams. This milestone not only highlights the athletic strength of last year’s senior class, it also exemplifies Pingree’s commitment to nurturing and celebrating every aspect of student development. Through training, teamwork, and competition, Pingree student-athletes learn confidence, perseverance, and the power of a supportive community. Congratulations to the following graduates:

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Izzy Barone

Evan Buddenhagen Rogan Cardinal

Meghan Collins

Fordham University rowing

Kennesaw State University golf

St. Lawrence College lacrosse

Colorado College lacrosse

Cam Dick

Caitlyn Dion

Olivia Donahue

Quinn Glencross

University of Maryland, Baltimore County lacrosse

Skidmore College softball

University of Connecticut field hockey

Endicott College football

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Marah Goldman

Mark Graubart

Sam Graubart

Nina Husak

Dickinson College softball

Colby College track and field

Colby College track and field

Bentley University field hockey

Sam Jones

Maddie Landers

Schuyler Lloyd

Riley McClure

Wentworth Institute of Technology, basketball

Boston College soccer

Tufts University lacrosse

Bates College lacrosse

Colin McLoy

Grace Mullaney

Rémy Poisson

Mia Shuman

Bucknell University lacrosse

Boston University field hockey

Skidmore College lacrosse

Denison University lacrosse

Annie Smith

Mekhi Taylor

Cameron Traveis

Maggie Warner

Bates College lacrosse

Union College lacrosse

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There's a tremendously tight family-type bond that exists between swimming teammates; they push each other and they thrive together. This is a team primed for continued growth and I’m so proud of their efforts.”

– Coach Brian Carver

Pingree Swim Team Makes a Splash and Leo Bertone ’25 Brings Home NEPSAC Title Pingree School is proud to highlight the accomplishments of its swim team after one of its strongest seasons in program history. After qualifying at the EIL championship meet in February, eight swimmers for the Highlanders scored points at the New England Prep School Swimming Association (NEPSSA) championship meet on March 4, 2023.

Anabella Zullo ’26, Leo Bertone ’25, and Kira Nielson ’24 earned top-10 finishes at the meet. Bertone earned a gold medal in the 100-yard freestyle event and was honored as a NEPSSA champion and All-NEPSAC First Team.

The girls team finished third at the EIL championship meet, where every swimmer on the team earned points in two events, the maximum allowed.

Pingree Director of Athletics and Afternoon Programs Betsy Kennedy added, “I’m so proud of our Pingree Swim team! Their dedication and determination this season resulted in one of the team’s best seasons yet. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for this growing program!”

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INSIDE ATHLETICS SWIM/SOCCER

Maddie Landers ’23 Named Soccer All-American Maddie Landers '23, an impact player on the Pingree School girls varsity soccer team, was named a United Soccer Coaches All-American and invited to participate in the High School All-American Game.

Landers is known as a midfielder who can do it all – especially score goals. She is now playing Division I soccer at Boston College.

Landers, who also played for New England Futbol Club Girls Academy, said she is honored to be named a United Soccer Coaches All-American and to represent Pingree and her community in the All-American game. “I’m grateful to have the opportunity to play soccer at such a high level and to be surrounded by other talented players,” Landers said.

Further accolades for the soccer star include NEPSAC Class B Player of the Year, EIL Player of the Year, Salem News Player of the Year, Boston Globe AllScholastic, All-NEPSAC, AllState, All-EIL, and Salem News All-Star.

Pingree Head of School Tim Johnson remarks, “We are so proud of Maddie! She is a dedicated and talented player who is a leader in the Pingree community, both on the field and in the classroom. She has earned her achievements through unwavering focus and a tireless work ethic, which has been a model for other students in our community. We can't wait to see where her hard work takes her next, on the field and in life...”

Two Selected for Swimming Academic All-America Team Mackenzie Holian ’23 and Nora Pierce ’23 were selected for the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association of America, Inc. Academic All-America Team.

They were among the two percent of students selected from more than 350,000 participants in high school aquatics nationally.

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INSIDE ATHLETICS MARATHON

RUNNING FOR GOOD

Seventeen-yearold Pingree student Caroline Rogers ’23 recently achieved the incredible feat of completing the Boston Marathon, her firstever attempt at a race that distance.

Caroline’s love of running began during her freshman year at Pingree. She was slated to join Pingree’s track team when the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the start of spring sports. Expecting that school would only be closed for two weeks, Caroline began running to prepare herself when the season eventually started. Although school remained closed through June, by the time in-person learning resumed in September, Caroline was hooked.

By the fall of 2022, Caroline was strategizing an entry into her first marathon. She ran Gloucester’s Twin Lights Half Marathon and was eager to take the next step. Although she’d never run a marathon and did not believe she would qualify, Caroline was determined to make the Boston Marathon her first entry. She sought advice from Pingree math teacher, John Young—an accomplished runner who has run 20 marathons, including six Boston Marathons— and Sarah Ager ’20, a Pingree alumna who’d also previously run it.

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To John, Caroline’s goal was ambitious but not all unrealistic. “All marathons are the same distance,” he said. “Boston is a challenging marathon, but if Caroline followed through with her training, I was confident she would have a great race.”

With John and Sarah’s help, she learned about options to run for a charity sponsor. While running on a charity team does not require runners to qualify for the marathon, it comes with the added challenge of fundraising. In order to run with her selected organization, Grayken Center for Treatment at South Shore Health, which provides care for people with mental health and substance abuse issues, Caroline was required to raise $9,500. By race day, she’d collected more than $12,000 in support of the Grayken Center.

THE FIRST DAY I RAN THREE MILES FOR THE FIRST TIME WAS A KEYSTONE MOMENT—THEN I JUST NEVER STOPPED.” – Caroline Rogers '23

screamed encouragement at them. “The crowds were so loud I could barely hear during miles 21 to 26,” Caroline said. “I missed seeing one of my cousins because when everyone is yelling your name, it’s hard to tell who you know. It was really cool.”

Training for the race was grueling yet exhilarating.

While managing a rigorous class schedule and her role as a captain on the school’s ski team, Caroline also made time for trips to the gym at 5:00 a.m., long runs on the treadmill in the dead of winter, and Saturday group runs along the race route with a group of about 20 people who ran at a similar pace. Marathon training also helped her to gain the confidence to push through discomfort.

“I’d tell myself, ‘I can do this. I literally ran 18 miles yesterday.’”

Caroline recalled that the group runs were particularly helpful in preparation for race day.

“During the race, I didn’t notice I was running up Heartbreak Hill until I reached the top. I’d done it so many times by that point, I was like, ’Really, that’s it?!’” Even after gliding over Heartbreak Hill, the race was not without its challenges. Friendly faces along the course kept Caroline motivated through its toughest parts. Her Pingree friends were waiting for her at mile 15, and she got some encouragement from her best friend and fellow Pingree senior Tori Farrell, who was also training for her first marathon. Mr. Young was waiting at mile 17.5 with a pack of Swedish Fish for a jolt of energy. Caroline’s brother and family friends were waiting at 19.5 miles, and her cousins greeted her at mile 21. At the finish line, her parents beamed alongside more family friends.

With the race behind her, Caroline turned her sights toward the next finish line: graduation. She will enter Boston College in the fall, where she’s considering biology or pre-medicine studies. She plans to cheer from the sidelines next year but looks forward to running another marathon in the future.

“I would love to qualify Boston at some point, but that would mean cutting an hour off my time from this year,” Caroline said. “It would also be cool to run other famous races like New York, Berlin, or Tokyo.”

For those who know Caroline, the race was simply a glimpse of her greatness. “The first I heard of Caroline’s training was just before her Morning Meeting presentation. I think speaking in front of her teachers and peers was more intimidating than running Boston,” said her advisor, Di Mathey.

“She’s handled this huge accomplishment the same way she handles everything—with humility—not seeking attention for herself but amplifying the cause she supports.”

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Resilient.

Determined.

Perseverant.

Strong: all fitting descriptors for the Class of 2023.

From the interruption of their freshman year by a global pandemic to the rain showers that threatened their Senior Week events, this group of remarkable students have shown time and again their indomitable spirit.

Through uncertainty and challenge, they faced every obstacle with unwavering determination, and they’ve emerged stronger, united, and ready to take on the world.

As we bid farewell to these remarkable graduates, we carry with us cherished memories of their enduring impact. The Class of 2023 has left an indelible mark on Pingree School, and their achievements and dedication will continue to inspire future generations of students.

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SENIOR WEEK AWARDS CEREMONY

End-of-Year Academic Awards Ceremony The culminating all-school event of the 2022–2023 academic year, our annual awards ceremony is a cherished time to recognize the outstanding achievements of our community members. With musical interludes from Pingree Vocal and Music Ensembles, the atmosphere was joyous and celebratory ahead of the summer break.

HIGHEST SCHOLARSHIP BOWLS Awarded to graduating seniors whose cumulative GPA for their entire Pingree career is 95 or above.

Daniel Alepa, Avery DePiero, Mark Graubart, Samuel Graubart, Mackenzie Holian, Camille Kamisky, Madeline LaMarche, Schuyler Lloyd, Tess McLafferty, Seyeon (Kelly) Min, Emily Norton, Nora Pierce, Olivia Ribaudo, Caroline Rogers, Sai Kanthi Sattiraju, Kate Spaulding, Sophia Thomson, and Yiwen Zhan JESWALD ART AWARD Ashley Mieses ERICKSON ART AWARD Gissel Ramírez BUTLER ENGLISH PRIZE Lucy Grant DAVIS HISTORY AWARD Samuel Graubart JUNIOR RESEARCH PAPER AWARD Kira Nielson MARCEL LAFLEM LANGUAGE AWARD Brian Fortin NICKLESS MATHEMATICS AWARD Aakash Nandipaku CHARLES P. RIMMER, JR. AWARD IN MATHEMATICS Sai Kanthi Sattiraju SACHARUK SCIENCE AWARD Sean Blundin

BURRALL ATHLETIC AWARDS Rogan Cardinal Madison Landers Cameron Traveis RICHARD L. PESCE MEMORIAL AWARD (ATHLETICS) Ryan Clark Avery DePiero Samuel Graubart Emily Norton THE HIGHLANDER AWARD Daniel Alepa Joshua Berman Rogan Cardinal Lucy Ciacciarelli Ryan Clark Carys Cleveland Meghan Collins Charles Jaferian Francis Kennedy Carl Meyer Ryan Mittelman Aakash Nandipaku Emily Norton

THE HIGHLANDER AWARD (CONTINUED) Madison Santosuosso Mia Shuman Cassandra Smith Whitney Tedford Phoebe Thorne Cameron Traveis Dante Yepez GRADE 9 PRIZES Angela Montaño Michael Ellard GRADE 10 PRIZES Kiara Castillo Maxwell Goodling HARVARD BOOK PRIZE William Roelofs YALE BOOK AWARD Mattias W’Gebriel NATHAN CHANDLER II AWARD Lyda Cabot Rufino Perez NATALIE GATES LAWTON AWARD Victoria Farrell

FACULTY AWARD FOR DILIGENCE Jiayu (Caroline) Li Alexander Yablin ALEX UHLE HEAD OF SCHOOL AWARD Nora Pierce ROBERT THRUSTON HOUK THAYER, JR. AWARD Tess McLafferty WILLIAM S. ROGERS AWARD Caitlyn Dion CHARLES P. RIMMER, JR. AWARD James DiCenzo THE REINHALTER AWARD Ryan Hendrickson ’03 AILSA STEINERT TEACHING AWARD Eric McCollom

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SENIOR WEEK SENIOR TRIBUTE

Senior Tribute Event

The threat of rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of those celebrating the Class of 2023. The warmth and love inside the Athletics Center were palpable as attendees gathered for this year’s Senior Tribute Event. This longstanding tradition, in which adult members of the community prepare tributes honoring the senior class, is one of the most poignant aspects of a student’s Pingree experience, showcasing the depth of connection built on campus.

Whether through discussions with teachers, bus rides with coaches, conversations with kitchen staff, or games with advisors, every Pingree adult plays a critical role in shaping the student experiences. Thoughtful and creative, each tribute reflected students’ most appreciated talents, inside jokes, memorable moments, and warm wishes for the future.

Additionally, retiring English teacher Edward Kloman, delivered a speech. His departing words of wisdom resonated deeply with the seniors and left an impression on all in attendance.

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The Senior Tribute Event is a cherished part of students’ Pingree experience.

Every graduating senior invites a faculty or staff member to write a tribute in their honor.

These heartfelt tributes—written by teachers, advisors, coaches, and staff members and excerpted in the following pages—were read at the Senior Tribute Event and Commencement. They illuminate the impact the Class of 2023 had on the Pingree community throughout their academic journey.

Anjuli Amalia Fulchini Aguja

Daniel K. Alepa

With Distinction Fordham University

With Highest Distinction Washington University in St. Louis

A recipe for Anji. Your secret ingredients are how you honor the voices of others, take action in line with your values, and build community.

Continue to add to your recipe—it will only get better with time.

—Zara Spooner

You’ve followed your innate kindness and gentle spirit to become an unassuming leader amongst your peers. It’s your genuine care for your work and others that makes you an outstanding friend, student, and artist.

—Conor Pickett

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COMMENCEMENT 2023 SENIOR TRIBUTES

Kristian Arrivillaga

Gianna Ayala

With Distinction Wheaton College

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Kristian invests himself into the moment—an authentic presence who makes class go! Future forecast: an impending powerful front capable of uprooting stagnant thinking, full of potential and fresh ideas.

There is so much to see on and off your canvas. Like your drawings—you are unique, talented and profound.

May you continue to believe in yourself the way so many believe in you.

The Hun School of Princeton (PG)

Your big heart makes everyone around you feel like a part of the community.

Driven to succeed and authentic to the bone, we have no doubt that you will share your larger than life care for —Mary Dyer others in your next chapter.

—Josh Cushman

—Edward Kloman

Isabella Anne Barone

Joshua Berman

Lily Rosser Bertone

Fordham University

With High Distinction University of Rochester

With Distinction Northeastern University

You’re a connector, Izzy, a marvel of authenticity, a person who puts stock in relationships. You make the most of every moment. Thank you for your warmth and the gift of your wholehearted self.

He’s a man of knowledge, unapologetically cerebral, inspiringly curious, and a little wise in all its definitions. Josh reminds us that there are no limits to what we can learn and no reason we should ever stop.

A perfect blend of spunk, smarts, and hardworking determination. You are an engine of creativity; one who laughs freely, and tells it like it is. We can’t wait to see you hit it out of the park.

—Nick Soodik

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—Eric McCollom

—Edith Goltra

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Logan Conrad Bibeault

Sean McGuire Blundin

Evan Amato Bocchino

With Distinction Pratt Institute

With High Distinction Northeastern University

With Distinction Providence College

Logan is a supreme artist, content with dramatic choices and at peace with the sounds in the world. He is serene and cool, and when surrounded by his friends, he invites a habitat of wonder.

Sean, through your speech and actions you remind us to value each other and the opportunities we have to learn or create something new. Reflecting on all you’ve accomplished, we hope you feel pride for your work–we certainly do.

With a quick wit, eclectic taste in music, and a natural inclination to challenge the status quo, you are always authentically yourself and demand that of those around you.

Thank you for keeping us honest.

—Edward Kloman

—Conor Pickett

—Phil McGowan

Evan Cooley Buddenhagen

Liam Driscoll Card

Rogan Patrick Cardinal

With Distinction Kennesaw State University

Providence College

St. Lawrence University

You epitomize the qualities of humility and kind humor, along with a love for your friends and a quest for truth.

Never requesting a mulligan, your drive is a model for your classmates.

“FORE!”, look out for Evan.

We’ve seen you grow and evolve into a confident and caring guy with great style to match. Your light-hearted and friendly spirit is contagious to those around you. Your presence has been a tremendous gift to Pingree.

You are a Captain with a capital C. You put others first and compete with integrity. Your attitude and work ethic are exemplary, and you are a role model to your peers. Go forward to the boundless opportunities ahead.

—John Young

—Jim DiCenzo

—Luke Wamboldt

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Lucy Angeline Ciacciarelli

Ryan Gilbert Clark

Carys Parker Cleveland

With Distinction College of the Holy Cross

With Distinction Lafayette College

University of Vermont

Challenge, resilience, and triumph are your words. You take everything in stride. A great writer, a terrific thinker, and a mathematician. Only a person with your talents could have pulled this run off!

So many R words describe you: Resilient, Reliable, Respectful, and sometimes Ridiculously comical. Keep embracing the journey in true Ryan style and never let go of that goodnatured laugh.

Brave, resilient, diligent, you did what was hard and you just kept going. Along the way you realized your superpower was your mental fortitude. Your truest strengths—a young woman who will thrive in joy and challenge.

—Rob VanTuyl

—Deb VanderMolen

—Anna McCoy

Meghan Elizabeth Collins

Elizabeth Anna Comparato

Sophia Clifford Comparato

With Distinction Colorado College

With Distinction Villanova University

With High Distinction Boston College

You’re an exemplary role model for all—curious and engaged; humble yet fierce; kind and genuine with a contagious smile and laughter. As you begin your next journey, remember to always be the fun loving person you are!

Quiet leader, gifted writer, exceptionally considerate and empathetic. Through all the challenges of the last four years, you never lost sight of who you are and what you value.

How do you honor a student like Sophia? Her athleticism is clear. She’s artistically impressive and academically astounding… No, you start with her heart, which is bigger than most. That’s how you honor Sophia.

—Caroline Collins

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—Mary Dyer

—Eric Stacey

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Avery Alexandra DePiero

Cameron James Dick

Caitlyn Rose Dion

With Highest Distinction Boston University

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

With High Distinction Skidmore College

Avery is everywhere… soccer pitch, science lab, art studio, and in class every block. She will remain evermore … her beautiful art forever cherished on our thresholds and her kind spirit in our hearts.

While you eat and breathe athletic competition, it’s not what defines your Pingree career. You leave Pingree having learned how you learn and what it takes to find success in the classroom. Now, on to your next competition.

Bold, bright, boisterous with greatvibes energy. Like human sunlight, making us all feel warm and clearsighted, you’re a reminder for us all to just do the thing. Thank you for being wonderful You.

—Kristin Brown

—Allison Angelico

—Mike Wilmot

Olivia Helene Donahue

Ashley Rasmia DuKatz

Alessandra Kate Evangelista

University of Connecticut

With High Distinction Belmont University

University of Denver

Flourishingly individual; energetic about the people and things you love; dedicated student and athlete. Olivia, you are a joy and shining light. We are so excited to see everything you accomplish.

Your music is an honest, wondrous record of you. We hear a fearless performer and empowering collaborator, amplifying the experience of others at every turn. The stars above Nashville are in for a beautiful delight.

With a quiet voice, sprinkling of humor, and compassionate spirit, you remind us of what’s important. Be sure to always hold on to that part of you that makes this world a kinder and gentler place.

—Eric Haltmeier

—Mary Dyer

—Elyssa Barrett

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Finley Julia Ezekiel

Victoria Jean Farrell

Kayla Marie Ferullo

Fordham University

With High Distinction University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Providence College

You are endlessly empathetic, and place your relationships first. Your authentic listening will take you far, as the people you meet will continue to gravitate towards your warmth and ease.

Tori, you’ve faced challenges with dedication, grace, and loyalty, and you’re a model for all. You’ve become strong and more self-assured—a Tori 2.0. We’re proud to shepherd into your next stage. We’ll be cheering you on!

You set a course, choreographed your own dance, and forged a beautiful path of self-actualization. Your laughter is infectious; your care and concern is heartfelt. Go forth, Kayla, we can’t wait to see what you do next.

—Ann Lyons

—Ashley Goliti-Chase

—Kevin Parker

Brian Girard Fortin With Distinction University of Colorado, Boulder

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Maeve Penelope Wheeler Gaddipati

Endicott College

With High Distinction, Bates College

Let’s celebrate your impressive intellect, your staggering talent and passion for music, your love for the outdoors, and your quick-witted sense of humor. We’re so excited to see what you’ll do in the next chapter.

What will you plant? A vast garden to engineer a greener environment? Or the old oak tree, arms outstretched to lend a helping hand? Your passions are truly limitless, but you are the seed.

Go–go and grow the forest.

—Phil McGowan

—Ashley Goliti-Chase

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John Quinn Glencross

Quinn is awesome to be around. He speaks with integrity, honor and an open mind. He is fair and kind and loyal. As a powerful center, he initiates the offense, stymies the defense. Wise beyond his years.

—Edward Kloman

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Marah Rebecca Goldman

James D. Goodman

Mark David Graubart

Dickinson College

With Distinction Savannah College of Art & Design

With Highest Distinction Colby College

Selfless and level-headed yet fiercely determined and competitive. You lift others up with a comforting smile and witty sense of humor. Keep being authentic to who you are; you will surely continue to make a mark.

Beneath your calm and quiet surface lies a wealth of heart, creativity, determination, and empathy. Through your work, keep showing the world who you are—it inspires us all to be better versions of ourselves.

Mark leads with positivity, enthusiasm, and a wonderfully deadpan sense of humor. He glides over obstacles, never losing sight of his goal, and always landing ready to sprint into whatever’s next. Here’s to a race well run.

—Betsy Kennedy

—Phil McGowan

—Jordan Coulombe

Samuel Charles Graubart

Heidy Marit Guzmán

Mackenzie Erin Holian

With Highest Distinction Colby College

With Distinction Providence College

With Highest Distinction Georgetown University

Fast-talking and forever animated, you love to debate, to discuss, and to push all of us to think deeper. Thank you for your boundless curiosity, your resilience, and your unending intellectual energy.

You listened with empathy, spoke with conviction, led with courage, and found the balance you needed. You modeled what happens when keeping one’s dreams bigger than one’s fears.

—Nick Soodik

—Mary Dyer

You pursue your passions with joy and intentionality, always in the direction of helping others, learning more, and moving the work forward. Keep on going, because we know you’re ready for what comes next.

—Emily Einhorn

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Alicia Ann Horrocks

Nina Maria Husak

Maxwell D. Jacobsen

With Distinction University of North Carolina, Wilmington

Bentley University

With Distinction Wake Forest University

Alicia’s known to be kind, funny, supportive, a great friend, a great role model. Academic drive on full display, or a master on the stage, her work ethic sets her apart. But it’s her kindness that rises above all.

Nina is like a hurricane, when she walks into a room it’s gonna be wild. You shined in field hockey and discovered your budding interest in social justice.

Now, off to continue the work.

Max is a Renaissance Man, a multitalented Highlander. Whether defending passes in a varsity football game when he’s never really played before, or studying to become an —Rob VanTuyl EMT, Max doesn’t back down from a challenge.

—Eric Stacey

—Mike Wilmot

Charles Han Jin Jaferian

Peter P. Jenkins IV

Samantha Mary Jones

With Distinction Endicott College

With Distinction Middlebury College

Wentworth Institute of Technology

When the room expects conversation, keep giving contemplation; when it wants loud, speak softly, be proud; with a world too full of noise, there’s boldness in your quiet poise. Thank you for always reminding us to listen.

When you care, you care deeply; when you are curious, no obstacle impedes you. You question with razor-sharp intellect, seeking understanding. This fierce acuity, couched in self-effacing humor is something special.

Not to be underestimated, you challenge yourself to learn new skills, and have discovered unique strengths and a voice as an advocate for a more just and equitable world. We know this is only the beginning.

—Nick Soodik

—Carolyn Paczkowska

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—Zara Spooner

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Elizabeth Lawlor Kadnar

Christopher Bremer Kagan

Camille Elise Kamisky

With Distinction Elon University

With High Distinction Boston College

With Highest Distinction Clemson University

Ellie—aka TNT—sparks positivity!

Our can-do, yes we will, cup-is-half-full person. Her wisdom stems from her sense of balance. May your positive spirit continue to light your path.

You contain multitudes. You’re super social and get down to business.

You wield tremendous charisma and you make every class energized, productive, and interesting. These last four years have been so fun.

A dancer and scientist to your core.

With the precision and intensity of a researcher, you approach life with the ability to determine the best course of action and ensure it comes to fruition.

We’re so excited for your next leap!

—Elyssa Barrett

—Emily Einhorn

—Kristin Brown

Ella Rose Kaniclides

Elizabeth Barrett Kennedy

Francis Robert Kennedy

With Distinction Lehigh University

With Distinction College of the Holy Cross

With Distinction Boston College

Cool as they come, maybe cooler. It appears to come easily to you, backing up your performances with incredible preparation. You want everyone to succeed, and do the work to make it happen. The force is strong with Ella.

An excellent student, a star on stage, and a committed friend–Lizzie is laserfocused on whatever task is at hand, seeking excellence in all she does.

We can hardly wait to see what she’ll achieve!

Let’s do one more Quote of the Day… you have devoted daily work to thoroughly process the content of your courses, to develop technique as a musician and athlete, and to become an effective leader in our community.

—Eric Stacey

—Phil McGowan

—Rob VanTuyl

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Madeline Kathleen LaMarche

Madison Scott Landers

Dylan Matthew Leonard

With Highest Distinction University of Notre Dame

Boston College

With Distinction Fairfield University

Like momentum, the physics concept, you’ve been quietly gaining steam. Your intellectual curiosity, your kindness, and your leadership skills propelling you forward. We’ll miss you, but the universe is out there…just waiting.

Your head-down diligence, creative approach to problems, and dry wit enable you to thrive in any endeavor.

You are shooting for the high bar even when you aren’t sure of success. Yet succeed you have.

His compassionate and empathetic being lifts us all, giving words to enjoy a day, laugh, and smile in amazement at life. A gentle soul and loyal friend and family proud, a young person who makes the world just right!

—Edith Goltra

—Kevin Parker

—Edward Kloman

Jiayu (Caroline) Li

Schuyler James Lloyd

Sophia Grace Lopez

With Distinction Brandeis University

With Highest Distinction Tufts University

With Distinction Villanova University

At 14, you traveled over 7,000 miles from Chengdu to Massachusetts. As you head off, know that you’ve enriched our community with your comedic acting skills, great fashion sense, and strong work ethic.

What’s bigger than the whole sky? Well, Sky! Her talent, her ideas, her plays, her points, her leadership. It’s time to go, but you will never be on your own, kid. We will be here cheering for you forever and always.

Your kind, curious, thoughtful nature has been a constant. You took risks, found new interests, and in the process, you brought a steadfast source of joy.

You depart a burgeoning philosopher able to navigate and advocate.

—Mary Dyer

—Kristin Brown

—Ashley Goliti-Chase

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Yongxin (Sean) Ma

Michael Mabius

Michael Jacek Makowski

With High Distinction Brandeis University

The University of Tampa

Providence College

You are an old soul, the picture of kindness, our undercover rock star.

Your fortitude, intelligence, and kind persistence have made Pingree a better place, and we are your faithful fans.

Your playfulness and kind-hearted nature have allowed you to become a source of inspiration. You’ve shown that when faced with adversity, you are able to, quite literally, spin things into something beautiful.

You are our joyful Highlander who values family and friends. From teacher praise to Scattergory victories, you passionately defend. As you graduate, your journey unfolds, may your future be as epic as the tales of old.

—Conor Pickett

—Tim Johnson

—Tim Johnson

Michael William Mariani

Riley J. McClure

Elsa Jean McKernan

Tulane University

With Distinction Bates College

With Distinction University of Delaware

Tranquil and centered, cool and assured.

Underneath his Zen exterior lies a quick wit. When you see the glint in his eyes, the smile forming, you know his brain is in overdrive. Wisdom and joy are about to be delivered.

You love watching highlight reels… especially your own. Launching Hot Wheels cars. Building a flute.

Leading the lacrosse team to an EIL championship. This reel is over, but there are more highlights to come.

Unflappable, optimistic. She’s smart, self-sufficient, she cares about her friends, her family and the world…she’s doing what she can to save it.

Of course…most importantly, she is indeed happy.

—Deb VanderMolen

—Alec Burt

—Eric Stacey

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Tess Varena McLafferty

Colin Thomas McLoy

Carl Heath Meyer

With Highest Distinction New York University

Bucknell University

University of North Carolina, Wilmington

Your intellectual inquisitiveness and commitment to creating just communities enliven us. Baking donuts, engaging on Standards Council, dazzling onstage, you are a soulful humanist; steward of all that is kind.

Everybody loves Colin. Quiet and confident, your leadership and tenacity were appreciated by coaches and teammates alike. Your classmates will remember your bright smile, jovial spirit and supreme dancing skills.

Your ability to take an idea from your head and build it with your hands is remarkable. Let your future be full of hobbies and passions that beckon you to create. When you are creating, you are your most authentic self.

—Carolyn Paczkowska

—Jim DiCenzo

—Conor Pickett

Seyeon (Kelly) Min

Ryan Hamilton Mittelman

Jack Thomas Moulison

With Highest Distinction University of California, Berkeley

Bucknell University

With Distinction University of Colorado, Boulder

The ultimate road trip companion.

Ready to problem-solve, delegate tasks, and prepared with some light trivia and banter to dissolve stress and help pass time. You have made lasting connections and left a special legacy.

You’re comfortable in silence, but when you join the conversation, what you share is frank and funny, keen and thought-provoking. Like echoes from the catcher’s mitt you popped as a senior; but your craft was there all along.

Jumpin’ Jack Flash, a yes-yes gas! That’s you, an energetic epiphany of a life lived large. Quick to smile and laugh, we see a sparkle of amazement in your eye, a goofy, let’s roll vibe, and the desire to do good.

—Phil McGowan

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—Mike Gracey

—Edward Kloman

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Grace Robinson Mullaney

Fiona Carney Murphy

Aakash Nandipaku

With High Distinction Boston University

With High Distinction The George Washington University

With High Distinction University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Grit and Grace. Grit: charging towards the goal; Grace: the beauty of her prose; Grit: advocating for herself and for others; Grace: listening to others; As she graduates, it is gratitude we feel for her grit and … for Grace.

A keen observer, you let others fill a room with chatter while you fill your mind with ideas. You take a blank page and cover it with lyrical prose, or choose a white canvas, painting images that tell stories needing no words.

Whether it’s your leadership as a captain and athlete, your contributions in the classroom, your enthusiasm for everything you do, or your unparalleled wit, you’ve found success throughout your Pingree career.

—Kristin Brown

—Jordan Coulombe

—Mary Dyer

Maria Despina Nikolakopoulos Emily Sophia Norton

Nashly Eliza Ozuna Blanco

With Distinction Eckerd College

With Highest Distinction University of Notre Dame

With High Distinction Case Western Reserve University

Maria exudes a childlike sense of wonderment; a deep curiosity and desire to be fully immersed in everything that spins into her orbit. While she remains devoted to her inner child, she also honors the wise woman inside.

Physics figuring, stats starring, 3-point shooting, track running, reflective listening, gratitude giving, and always thinking. She acts with wisdom, perspective, maturity, and a LOT of hard work. Emily Norton can do it all.

Like graph paper, you are mathematical and organized. The x-axis of your dedication and the y-axis of your perseverance ground you. Continue to swivel and sway. The Nashly Function has no limit.

—Caitlin Miller

—Kristin Brown

—Kate Frost

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Aman Rahul Patel

Nora Elizabeth Ashley Pierce

Rémy Emile Poisson

With Distinction Babson College

With Highest Distinction Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Skidmore College

Your quick wit and rapid-fire humor coupled with your thundering laugh make you enjoyable and comfortable to be around; you help those around you to live in the moment. It’s hard to keep a lid on your enthusiasm.

Whether performing a “click” in Irish step dancing, captaining teams, discussing your favorite books, or getting excited by the latest scientific discoveries, you bring an infectious love of learning to everything you do.

You bound through school with heart and an infectious smile, always sporting a baseball cap. You bring everyone together with a blend of humor and kindness. A stand-out player, what you really love is the camaraderie.

—Zara Spooner

—JK Park

—Deb VanderMolen

Olivia Nicole Ribaudo

Caroline Elizabeth Rogers

Grace Katherine Romanelli

With Highest Distinction Colby College

With Highest Distinction Boston College

Providence College

No matter the classroom, you bring passion, curiosity, and determination to every space. Classmates never wonder what you are thinking - you’re not shy about sharing your opinions. You’re now off to leave your mark.

Mile-1: Caroline arrives at the Pingree starting line an understated, focused 9th grader. Mile-26.2: Caroline is a Pingree graduate. We’ll miss her kindness, determination, and leadership as we cheer her on a new course.

We’re celebrating a remarkable individual who embodies the essence of a positive, enthusiastic, and dedicated student. Your remarkable spirit and unwavering dedication make the world a better place.

—Mary Dyer

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—Jon Gistis

—Brooke Joynes

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Madison Jianna Santosuosso

Sai Kanthi Sattiraju

Zarenna Grace Sawyer

University of Minnesota

With Highest Distinction Cornell University

Colorado State University, Fort Collins

It’s time to “pull our goalie” - not because we are down, but so you can venture forward, goalie gloves and saxophone in hand, to share your spirit, knowing that you’ve taught us how to protect and care for all that we love.

Kanthi is non-stop. Kanthi is resilient.

Kanthi is caffeinated. You impress with how you take your work seriously, but not yourself. You leave a dedicated student, an uplifting friend, and a passionate advocate.

Z, …captain, true leader, force on ice and a caring, thoughtful, principled friend off the ice. Her senior year has been an exclamation point on an amazing journey. Her drive and tenacity led to this exceptional final stanza.

—Mike Wilmot

—Eric Stacey

—Eric Haltmeier

Mikaela Jaime Selby

Mia Lily Shuman

Luke Ryan Sieker

With High Distinction University of California, Irvine

Denison University

With Distinction University of Pittsburgh

She models a genuine love of learning and the joy in finding connections. She speaks with wisdom, clarity, confidence.

As you look west, remember the sun is still rising and there is much on your horizon.

Mia defies the old statement, “They don’t make’em like they used to.”

Passionate about all she does, when she commits she’s all in. A principled young woman who always follows her moral compass.

Ask him about his favorite films, soccer, or drumming, and you will come away with a list of inspiring things. Being ALL IN takes a special kind of courage — thank you for inspiring us to have that courage too.

—Kristin Brown

—Eric Stacey

—Phil McGowan

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Anna Claire Smith

Cassandra Caron Smith

William Buchanan Smith

With Distinction Bates College

College of Charleston

With Distinction Lehigh University

You’re authentic and frank; not afraid to tell it how it is. Your unwavering strength and ability to overcome obstacles is inspiring - never letting a setback get in the way of success.

Cassie has carved her own identity.

She’s channeled her athleticism to become a track star. She loves to study and write about history. She’s found her strength socially and confidence academically.

Unflappable, considerate, and understated, Will is a deep-thinking dynamo who doesn’t demand attention.

His ideas do that for him. So here’s to the man with the familiar name and an uncommon intellect.

—Eric Stacey

—Eric McCollom

—Caroline Collins

Kate M. Spaulding

Frankie May Sullivan

Mackenzie Elizabeth Taylor

With Highest Distinction American University

With High Distinction Skidmore College

With Distinction Providence College

Observant, reflective, constant, your intellect and wit are stealth-like. You feel things fully, think deeply and speak frankly, your words keenly reflecting your own independent insight. Let that beautiful, luminous light shine on.

Frankie’s energy and creative spirit have ignited those around her. With fierce determination, unwavering tenacity, and imaginative artistry, she lets nothing stand in her way.

Kind and laid back, you walk through the halls of Pingree, catch the eye of a friend, and flash that awesome Mackenzie smile.That’s you in a nutshell — warm, fun, and up-foranything. Mackenzie, you’re awesome.

—Carolyn Paczkowska

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—Lex Kottmeyer

—Edith Goltra

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Mekhi Scott Taylor

Whitney James Tedford

Sophia Carole Thomson

Union College

University of Denver

With Highest Distinction Pitzer College

Mekhi is smooth and fluid and meets the world with a generous smile and quiet demeanor. The fruits of your academic and athletic endeavors are palpable. Moving on in a current of possibilities.

Eagerness is your hallmark and shows up from the classroom to the helm to the microphone. Your good-humor and gentle helping put others at ease. You really will be a great press secretary some day.

Sophia, you possess an authentic intellectual curiosity and you use this for good – you are deeply knowledgeable about social issues and are committed to doing what is right and just to better our world.

—Kevin Parker

—Jessica Angell

—Edward Kloman

Phoebe Fuller Thorne

Cameron Kaleolani Traveis

McCormick Trotman

Bowdoin College

With High Distinction Cornell University

University of Denver

You see the world with clear eyes and tell it like it is. Your determination, intelligence, and creativity are an absolute force, and it has been endless fun watching you be you.

You prioritize teamwork over individual contributions. You brighten our day and the people around you with your infectious smile and passion for being the best version of yourself each and every day.

Measured and equitable, Mac is supremely balanced in the art of life.

Grounded in empathy, he is a true friend. A beaming smile and rumpled ambiance align with his honorable nature.

—Jen Brooks

—Caroline Collins

—Edward Kloman

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Maggie Lucille Warner

Eaden F. W’Gebriel

Priya Tara Worden

With High Distinction Saint Anselm College

With Distinction Boston College

Santa Clara University

Maggie is a guardian of the galaxy! She knows and speaks, and as a guardian, she instructs us all by speaking her mind, modeling how to be true to oneself, and realizing one’s dreams.

Guided by faith and family, you have always made the right choices, not always the easiest ones. On our stage and in our classrooms, your talents shine.

—Edward Kloman

Priya: she’s a bright light, with a beautiful personality, and truly unforgettable. She knows Hockey, like life, players succeed by keeping their head up. Her contagious smile will —Mary Dyer forever shine in our minds.

—Tim Burr

Alexander William Yablin

Dante Alejandro Yepez

Yiwen Zhan

University of New Hampshire

With Distinction University of Wisconsin, Madison

With Highest Distinction University of Pennsylvania

Alex is the backbone of our experience.

Whether teaching people about farming, organizing a smoothly running production, or managing the many aspects of the sailing team, he is there providing caring support to others.

Humble, yet ambitious; silly, but sweet with an infectious smile. Your ability to laugh at yourself demonstrates a confidence and openness to growth that inspires others to be the truest version of themselves.

You are a beacon of joy, illuminating the lives of students and teachers alike as you embrace the authenticity of true connection. Through your time at Pingree, you have built a lasting legacy of togetherness.

—Steve Hall

—Conor Pickett

—Hannah Liu

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Commencement

The sun emerged just in time for Sunday’s Commencement service, returning its radiant glow to the Hedge Garden, the event’s usual location overlooking Pingree Pond. The sunlit ceremony symbolized the bright future awaiting our graduates as they stepped into the next phase of their lives.

Baccalaureate speakers Daniel Alepa and Tess McLafferty reflected on the importance of building community and belonging, and the ways in which they were able to thrive at Pingree because of its warmth. They encouraged students to stay courageous, find purpose, and continue investing in one another and building community. With a soundtrack of bagpipes and heartfelt musical interludes, Commencement was a picture-perfect conclusion to Senior Week.

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HIGHLIGHTS PREP@PINGREE

Prep@Pingree on the Move The Class of 2023 counted among its number three graduates whose Pingree journeys began with Prep@Pingree.

This academic and cultural enrichment program prepares talented and hardworking middle school students for success in high school and beyond. We celebrate Pingree’s Class of 2023 Prep@Pingree graduates!

Heidy Marit Guzmán Providence College

Nashly Eliza Ozuna Blanco Case Western Reserve University

Eaden F. W'Gebriel Boston College

Alumni Leadership Council Prep@Pingree has created an alumni council charged with working with Prep@Pingree's expanding network of graduates.

My summer at Prep@Pingree ignited in me a drive to learn and experience more about myself, my education, and the people around me. The harmony created by a healthy balance of education, extracurricular activities, and weekly field trips enriched my quality of life in ways I didn't expect. Not only did Prep@Pingree leave me with incredible memories which I'll carry with me forever, but I also met some of my best friends there.”

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Alumni council members will serve as program ambassadors, providing education, outreach, and support to their peers. The role also provides an unparalleled opportunity to reconnect with the Prep@Pingree community.

Joel Fernandez ’15, who attended Prep@Pingree in 2011 and now works as a Senior Research Analyst for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, joined the alumni council in appreciation for the positive impact Prep@Pingree had in his life.

Three alumni have agreed to serve as on the inaugural Alumni Leadership Council to provide education, outreach, and support to their peers: • Joel Fernandez, ’15, P@P ’11 Senior Research Analyst for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association • Efe Airewele, P@P ’11, ’12 attends Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Jayson Sanderson, ’17, P@P ’12, ’13 Teacher in Lynn Public School; Center for Community Independence

SENIOR CELEBRATIONS PREP@PINGREE

Prep@Pingree Internship Program PrepWorks In 2022, Pingree launched PrepWorks, a paid summer internship program for college-aged Prep@Pingree alumni. PrepWorks is a resource that creates pathways to employment, including workshops on resume building, interview preparation, and professional networking.

Students are matched with local companies and organizations aligned with their academic and professional interests. The 10-week internships offer competitive compensation, mentoring, and coaching.

Now in our second year, 15 of the 27 applicants completed internships in Greater Boston and beyond.

As a pre-med student at Mount Holyoke College, Elizabeth Oluwasuyi had her heart set on working in a hospital for the summer. Through PrepWorks, she landed a Research Development internship at Arkuda Therapeutics, a Watertown-based biotech startup.

Elizabeth credits the internship with improving her critical thinking skills. "I had to figure things out through trial and error. I was creating protocols within a database and they were being rejected frequently.

I had to quickly learn what solutions I could apply," she said. Although she didn’t end up working in a hospital, Elizabeth feels that the internship taught her to be more open minded, "You never know what experience will teach you the most," she said.

The personal support and curated placements would not have been possible without the shared vision and partnership with local businesses, not-forprofit organizations, and the Prep@Pingree Advisory Board.

We are seeking to expand the available opportunities for students and cultivate new partnerships with organizations across industries and sectors. Please contact Prep@Pingree Program Director Paul Mayo (pmayo@pingree.org) if you or someone in your network would be interested in facilitating a PrepWorks internship for Summer 2024.

Prep@Pingree

Join us for Summer 2024 Prep@Pingree prepares ambitious middle school students for success in high school and beyond. Join the ranks of Prep@Pingree alumni who attribute their success to the program’s balance of rigorous academics and co-curricular experiences.

Prep@Pingree’s 12-month program includes: ● Engaging coursework in English, history,

engineering design, and more ● Exciting activities that include day hikes,

college visits, and overnight trips ● Workshops in real-world skills like

public speaking, financial literacy and interviewing skills

Learn more and apply at www.pingree.org/prepatpingree.

For more information about Prep@Pingree, please contact Paul Mayo, program director, at 978.468.4415, ext. 205 or pmayo@pingree.org.

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ALUMNI COMMUNITY REUNION October 5, 2024 Reunite. Reconnect. Reminisce.

Next fall, alumni in class years ending in 0, 4, 5, 9 will celebrate milestone reunions.

All alumni from all class years are invited back to campus to reunite, reconnect, and reminisce with fellow classmates and friends.

More details about the weekend will be available in early winter at www.pingree.org/alumni/community-reunion.

Questions?

Contact Ashley Goliti-Chase • Director of Alumni & Parent Engagement agoliti@pingree.org or 978.468.4415, ext. 310

Alumni Community Reunion 10-5-2024

i n m u l A ews N The Pingree Connection The second season of the NESN Marathon Motivations Sports Spotlight Series, created by Thomas Smith ‘08, featured Pingree math teacher John Young, along with Stanley Cup Champion and Boston Bruins legend Zdeno Chara, marathon icon Rick Hoyt and his nephews Troy and Cam, and cancer survivor and marathon enthusiast Susan Hurley. Each of these inspiring individuals speak about participating not only for themselves, but to make a significant impact within their respective communities.

John and Tom’s relationship began over 15 years ago when Tom was a student in John’s math class. They stayed in touch after Tom graduated from Pingree, but their bond deepened after the first of Tom’s three major spinal cord injuries in 2009 and 2010. Rather than submitting to a “why me?” mentality, Tom and his family dedicated themselves to raising awareness around paralysis, being advocates for patients with spinal cord injuries, and developing the Look Up Line™ to increase safety in youth hockey. And, after a grueling rehabilitation program, Tom regained strength and mobility, and was cleared to play hockey at a high level once again.

2009 was a transformative year for John as well; after seeing a video of father-son duo Dick and Rick Hoyt competing in an Ironman triathlon, John laced up his shoes and hit the pavement,

completing his first triathlon later that year at the age of 43. Since then, he has completed over 50 triathlons and 20 marathons, including the Boston and New York City marathons six times each. His response to people who think they cannot run a marathon? John responds, “I truly believe anyone can do it if they put in the work and have a positive mindset, but you have to truly believe in yourself.”

This refusal to accept conventional wisdom and forge their own paths is a trait the two men have in common. The power of the Pingree connection in and out of the classroom is evident in their continued perseverance, collaboration, and community spirit.

The episode originally aired on NESN on Sunday, March 19, and the full episode is available on the Marathon Motivations YouTube channel.

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Suzanne McAleer Wolski ’64 writes, “This past year has been extremely difficult. I lost my older son Ian to a rare stomach cancer last August, not something you as a parent ever get over. My husband Mark has dementia, so no longer lives at home and is in hospice. Pretty gloomy is it not? What more can I say? I am unsure where the future will lead me. I still love Vermont but it is lonely sometimes, but my mini dachshund Mitzi and cat Milo are good company! I hope all is well with my former classmates and the under classmates too!”

Sally Haug Murphy ’67 shares, “After my husband died in December my grief therapy was skiing with my son and 3 grandchildren. I now have plans to do three ski trips next winter—need to keep active as long as possible.”

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had been traveling in Scotland in a hire car and Helene found the driving ‘hairy’! It was wonderful to meet up again as the last time I saw Helene was when I visited the States with my family over 20 years ago. We had much to catch up with and it was just as if we’d seen each other regularly. We also talked about our time at Pingree. For me especially, it was a very special year in my life. Coffee turned into lunch, before we walked up to Edinburgh Castle and then spent considerable time in St. Giles Cathedral, listening to a group of young musicians rehearsing for an evening performance. We continued down the Royal Mile and then made our way back to Princess Street gardens for the last half hour of chat before my train home left and Caroline and Helene headed back for a bus to take them back to their apartment.

A wonderful day for me, and I hope it won’t be too long before we meet again.” (See Photo 1) Sandy Durkee ’73 shares, “Greetings to all my old pals! It’s been awhile. Life changes can be

great or bring grief, and it’s time to share that we’ve had both kinds in our house. My dear husband and songwriting partner Paul suffered a cardiac arrest in early 2019 that left him with an anoxic brain injury.

He’s still awesome, still plays music, still funny, still himself, but he has such severe short term memory deficits he needs pretty constant supervision. I’m sure many of you are in unexpected situations like mine! I’m a full time caregiver, still living in NYC on our beloved Upper West Side. But… LIFE IS GOOD. Paul’s progress has been amazing, and my circle of friends and family is everything.

Both our adult kids rallied to be with us during the pandemic, and having their help and truly delightful company during the hardest part of Paul’s recovery was an incredible gift! Both are busy, happy, loving their work and their lives. Adult kids are the best thing there is.

Please feel free to reach out to me if you’ve joined the Caregivers Club, whether of a parent or spouse or child. Please also reach out if your family, like mine, has members

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who are proudly and beautifully gay and/or trans. Basically, if you are leading a life that’s very happily atypical, sending love! Life teaches us all so, so much, don’t it?

It does.” (See Photo 2) Lisa Parker ’76 shares, “Time is marching on! How can we be within 3 years of our 50th reunion?

I can remember well French classes with Msr. LeFlemme discussing his time in the underground during WWII, math classes with Mrs. Kraft and Mrs. Nickless, science experiments with Mrs. Sacharuk freshman year with IPS, Latin classes with Katie Bean, American History with Dick Kennedy, English grammar with Harry Groblewski and college level English classes with Ailsa Steinert as she regaled us with the antics of her toddler son Arthur. Nothing could compare to our introduction to Art History with Fellowes Davis in the beautiful classroom with oak paneling. His descriptions of visiting Florence and sites like seeing Michelangelos’ David for the first time stayed with me personally as I studied abroad four years later. His love for art was infectious and prepping for his exams by studying slides and devouring the Jansen textbook

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has allowed me to appreciate masterpieces throughout the rest of my life. Seniors ‘owned’ the third floor with the senior room and its dumpy, dusty furniture which felt like new because it was ‘ours’. Art classes and ceramics unleashed several careers for some of our alumni. Theater productions were held in the combo theater/gym/ assembly room which had too low a ceiling to host proper basketball games so we had to play most games ‘away’. And even though we were a high school, we still had daily ‘recess’ in the hallway between the old and ‘new’ building with milk and cookies which were eagerly devoured by each of us.

I knew what I wanted to study in college after taking what felt like a college level seminar in psychology with Mary MacDonald, the school counselor. Sports were always an adventure on fields that had more bumps and divots and long grass than most but we didn’t care. Sunning with aluminum foil on the library steps in spring with album covers, having a dedicated ‘smoking room’ for those who wished to smoke (hard to imagine now!) and having joint dances with Brooks and Governor Dummer.

What a privilege it was to be at the

school in its relative infancy when the main building still felt like a house, the faculty like family and our classmates, fellow travelers on an adventure. Now that many of us have received our Medicare cards, those days are but a distant memory for those who can still remember them! Proud of the school for what it has become over the past half-century and for our class to have been an important foundation of its growth.”

Michael Emberley ’78 is the American Library Association’s 2023 recipient of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for his book I Did It! The award is named in honor of Dr. Seuss and is presented annually to the most distinguished book for beginning readers published in the United States. Additionally, Michael published his debut Irish children’s book, Our Big Day, which was awarded the 2022 Children’s Book of the Year (Juniors) by An Post Irish Book Awards.

Marion Hewson Knowles ’78 and Lili Winslow ’78 enjoyed a wellness retreat together in Mexico this past January. (See Photo 3)

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Wendy Friend ’80 shares, “It was so fun to see so many friends and classmates at our Pingree reunion last October. There were about 20 of us from the class of 1980 and I think we all would agree that while over 40 years have passed since we graduated, we found no problem reconnecting and in many ways felt closer than ever. For me personally it was like being wrapped up in a giant hug of unconditional love.

I thoroughly enjoyed heartfelt conversations with friends I haven’t seen in years like Amy Sloane Pinel ’80, Tony Traverso ’80, Kate Adams Reynolds ’80, Cathy Dana Cormier ’80 and more, and later howling at the full moon as we walked to our cars with Susan Reinhalter Bouchard ’80, Kate Moore Geskos ’80 and David Cogger ’80 (Ok, maybe I am the only one who howled). We were always told we were a special class (maybe they tell everyone that) and I truly believe this in my heart of hearts. This past spring/ summer I have had the good fortune to meet Mike Jedrey ’80 for live music, be invited for drinks with Deb Atwood Stone ’80 and our husbands aboard Nakupenda with Steve Rowland ’80 and his adorable

wife Franny and have regular conversations and visits with Sheila Kinkade ’80 and Susan Reinhalter Bouchard ’80. There is truly nothing like old friends who know and accept you for who you are and even seem to love you in spite of it.”

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After selling my Planet Fitness franchise group to a California based private equity firm two years ago I have seen our company expand into the West Coast with now more than 70 locations and over 850 employees. It’s hard to believe that 20 years ago I was working part time at our first location and working in Maine as a business consultant.

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Claudia Davis Reshetiloff ’83 writes, “Hi Pingree! This year marks 10 years that our family is living aboard a sailboat in the BVI. It’s also the year we become empty nesters, but happily both our kids will be in Mass. Our son is at Mass Maritime Academy (class of 2025) and our daughter starts UMass Boston this fall. This means we will be traveling to the area a lot more frequently if anyone wants to connect! Otherwise, I’m still enjoying being where the weather suits my clothes and being VP Finance at the marina where we live and play!”

Jonathan Epstein ’84 shares, “Greetings to all of my Pingree Fam! The myths about being retired are not true. Life does not slow down or become boring in any way.

In fact, it became more interesting and fast paced.

My wife Linn and I have moved into the South End of Boston and sadly bid adieu to the suburbs once and for all. Our two boys are now men. Our oldest son, Mathias, age 22, recently graduated from Georgetown with a math and economics focus. He received a national math award (not my genetic encoding) and spent a few weeks traveling after graduation around Europe with his best friends from Georgetown. My wife and I couldn’t be more proud of him.

Our younger son, Noah, will be a sophomore at University of Richmond and has yet to declare a major. He absolutely loves the school and is spreading his wings and becoming quite independent.

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old. The outpouring of support from Pingree classmates as well as Buddy Taft who attended the funeral helped me get through the overwhelming sense of loss I was experiencing.

I’m very grateful to all of those who called, texted, stopped by or sent cards to show their support. I was deeply touched indeed.

My wife Linn continues to expand her interior design business and has recently completed projects in Westwood, Medfield, Narragansett with a few big projects starting in the fall. I’m incredibly proud of her.

Margaret Hunt ’81 stopped by our home earlier in the spring and she got a chance to see some of Linn’s work firsthand. Big ups to Margaret for being a true rockstar and swinging into Boston. She looks better than ever and I feel blessed to have rekindled our friendship.

I recently ran into Andrew Cabot ’83 at The Quin in Boston and we are trying to coordinate a get together.

I keep in touch with Buddy Taft who

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has helped me navigate back to Pingree and get involved with the school.

My latest endeavor, Supergl0rious, is a streetwear and sneaker reselling business that partners with retailers and also offers private shopping via our Instagram page.

If you or your children are fans of Off-White, Palace, Supreme, Hidden, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Sacai, Greg Lauren or any hard to find streetwear brands then please follow our Instagram page which is Supergl0rious LLC. If any alums are in Boston or returning to the area, please shoot me an email at jonathan@ supergl0rious.net. I would love to hear from you. It’s been a long strange trip since the days we spent at Pingree and I couldn’t be more proud to be an alumnus of such an amazing school. My love to each of you!” (See Photos 5 & 6)

Christina Clifford Comparato ’85 writes, “Hi, friends! Hope all is well! Thought you’d enjoy this photo of Ella and Sophia’s Pingree graduation in the hedge garden.

It was as beautiful as ever and brought me back to June of 1985!

Pingree remains a special place.

Ella and Soph are heading to Villanova and BC, and Carly is working for a tech startup, Gloss Genius, in NYC. Chris and I will be empty nesters and are looking forward to this next fun stage! Love to you all!” (See Photo 7) Ramsay Gifford Trussell ’85 shares, “I am a yoga teacher and lululemon brand ambassador. On a recent photo shoot for lululemon in East Boston, I met the accomplished photographer and fellow Pingree alum David Salafia ’96 who happened to be the photographer for my shoot. Lucky me! Check out David’s work at www.davidsalafia.com.”

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Annemarie Sheehan Baker ’93 resides in Beverly, MA with her husband Christopher and their three children: Emma (12), Ava (11), and John (8). We are traveling this summer before the kids head back to school at Shore Country Day. We enjoyed visiting Pingree during the alumni events this year.

The kids enjoyed skating in the rink and playing basketball at the new athletic facility. (See Photo 10)

Thomas Calder-Mulroy ’01 shares, “I recently got married to my partner, Patrick, in May and it was a beautiful day surrounded by friends and family. We like to travel and just returned back from Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole and I am heading to play in a soccer tournament with my father to Denmark, Sweden, and Norway to play older professional soccer players. I am still working with Mass General Brigham in the sports medicine department in Beverly.”

Meri Mooers Caponigro ’98 writes, “My family owns Northeast Regional Ambulance in North Shore and my husband and I are both paramedics there, I am also an ER nurse with Steward Health Care and still playing hockey!

My kids are both playing hockey as well and I coach them, my son is a goalie and my daughter plays defense. My son starts his freshman year this fall and we moved to South Hampton, NH in 2021 and near the beaches.”

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Megan Furnari ’02 has lived in Portland, Oregon for the last decade. She completed her residency in Pediatrics at Oregon Health & Science University in 2016. She has been on faculty since and is now the Associate Chief Wellness Officer and Associate Professor of Pediatrics. Her passion is trying to reduce burnout in healthcare providers by doing systems-level change work. When not working, she is enjoying time

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with her husband Benjamin Leslie and two boys, David (3 yrs) and Thomas (2 months). Her other favorite thing to do is traveling to Maine to visit her parents, Joan and Michael Furnari (former Pingree science teacher).

(See Photos 12 & 13) Henrik Lampert ’05 shares, “I’m sending my best wishes to all of my Pingree pals. I hope you’re all doing well & enjoying many happy days. I’m still rocking right along in Denver, working in the skiing industry — soon starting my fifth season with the Switzerlandbased brand, Faction Skis — and prioritizing spending time outdoors and traveling to neat spots. Drop me a line if you find yourself in the Centennial State - I’m always keen to catch up with my old classmates!”

Dale Bishop ’08 and her husband, Mike, welcomed their daughter, Hadley, in November. They live in Washington, DC just a few miles from the Capitol. (See Photo 14)

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Alexandra St. Pierre Platt ’08 writes, “My husband, Andrew, and I are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of our son, Rhys, who was born in a hurry on the morning of the Fourth of July! We could not be more in love! Uncle J (John St. Pierre ’10) is looking forward to teaching Rhys how to skate at the Pingree rink!”

(See Photo 15 & 16) Katlyn Oliver ’13 and Curtis White were married on Friday, May 26, 2023 at The Tupper Manor at Endicott College. It was a beautiful day filled with lots of love, family and friends. (See Photo 17) Nick Nadeau ’16 writes, “After graduating from Pingree, I attended the University of Toronto where I majored in biochemistry and neuroscience. My passion for life science and helping others led me to pursue a career in medicine. I took a gap year after graduating

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from university in 2020 where I performed cardiovascular research using a zebrafish model at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

I was thrilled to be accepted by Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine in New Jersey in 2021.

I am currently in my third year.

Time is flying by and I have already been on my hospital rotations for 8 months now. I could not be happier to be living my dream of becoming a doctor and I am beyond thankful for all of those at Pingree who played a role in helping this dream come true.”

Ambassadors as well as student interviewers for the Innovators in Residence program including Russell Weiner, CEO of Domino’s.

Both were chosen to participate in the University’s partnership with Augusta National as they both worked the week long tournament at Augusta National Golf Club for The Masters. Following graduation, they have entered into the Jumpstart Program at GeorgiaPacific at their headquarters in Atlanta, GA working within the sales and marketing department.

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Lauren Strickler ’19 and Sloan Strickler ’19 graduated Summa Cum Laude from High Point University in May 2023. Both were heavily involved, leading the Professional Selling Club, serving on the Panhellenic Council, creating the Real Estate Club while also serving as University

Rachel Tammaro ’19 shares, “Following graduating from Elon University this past May, I have just started my full-time employment position as an Investor Relations Analyst at Constitution Capital Partners in Andover, Massachusetts!” (See Photo 20)

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THE HEDGE GARDEN IN MEMORIAM

In Memoriam Pingree School extends its condolences to the loved ones of the following members of our school community.

William B. Frothingham III ’76 July 31, 2022 Bill was a beloved member of the Class of 1976 and the extended alumni community.

Mary Wasserman December 31, 2022 Mary was a proud Pingree parent of Becca '02, community builder and advocate, and long-standing member of the Malcolm Coates Prep@Pingree Advisory Board.

Jeffrey R. Cagnina ’81 February 17, 2023 Jeffrey was a beloved member of the Class of 1981 and the extended alumni community.

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Mary Waters Shepley April 8, 2023 Beloved college counselor at Pingree School from 1970 to 1984, Mary Waters was a remarkable community member who was deeply committed to all of her professional and volunteer endeavors.

Charles W. Goddard May 11, 2023 A proud Pingree parent of Meredith ’86 and Kerri ’88 and grandparent of Teddy ’26, Charlie served on Pingree’s Board of Trustees from 1984 until 1989.

Agatha "Aggie" Furnari Giglio Kip '71 August 13, 2023 Aggie was a beloved member of the Class of 1971 and will be remembered for her sharp wit, adventurous spirit, and contagious sense of humor that could fill a room.

Richard "Dick" Purinton August 26, 2023 A proud Pingree parent of Hillary ’74, Darcy ’82, and Tim ’88, Dick was an active community member serving on Pingree’s Board of Trustees from 1982 through 1988.

This list of names is reported through August 31, 2023. If we have missed a name, please accept our apologies and contact us at communications@pingree.org.

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Annual Report of Giving Dear Pingree Community, We are proud to present the 2022-2023 Report of Giving in celebration of your enduring commitment to and investment in the mission of Pingree School. Our students thrive in an experiential learning environment where they collaborate, discover, and grow as individuals and citizens of our world. The power of philanthropy and the generous support from parents, alumni, trustees, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends creates these extraordinary opportunities for every member of the Pingree community.

Together, we raised more than $2.1 million with the collective support of nearly 1,000 donors between July 2022 and June 2023. Additional milestones to highlight include: • $1.3 million raised for our annual priorities including unrestricted support of the Pingree Fund, Prep@Pingree, and the Head’s Fund for Innovation; • $350,000 in new commitments to Pingree’s endowment including an endowed scholarship to support Prep@Pingree alumni who matriculate at Pingree School; • An additional $200,000 was raised for the completion of the track, tennis, and softball project, as well as new dugouts for our baseball field; • 739 gifts were made on Giving Day totaling $163,000 — a new participation and dollar record for the day!

Thank you for making this progress possible for our students. We are humbled by your love for Pingree and remain deeply grateful for all you do to sustain our school.

Sincerely,

Timothy M. Johnson Head of School

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James F. Kellogg ’85 President, Board of Trustees

Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01 Director of Advancement

Fiscal Year 2023 ANNUAL REPORT

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Other Income, 5.9% ($1.1M) Endowment Contribution, 2.6% ($460K)

Net Tuition Revenue, 87.0% ($15.5M)

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Debt, 2.3% ($400K)

Salaries and Benefits, 64.8% ($11.5M)

Buildings and Grounds, 11.9% ($2.1M)

Administration, 9.7% ($1.7M)

Academics and Athletics, 11.3% ($2.0M)

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ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

$250,000+ Anonymous Pauline and Pete Jenkins Vania O’Connor

$100,000+

$10,000+

Anonymous Abigail S. Evans ’05

Anonymous (2) Alexandra Drane and Antonio Bertone Maura and Dave Blundin Jean and Frank Botta Allison and John Collins Bradley and Allison Crate Douglas Drane May Orfali and Jerry DuKatz Diane and John Larson Jenni and Alex Leikikh Lianqing Ma and Lin Gou

Jonah Evans ’01

$50,000+ Jen and Erich Buddenhagen Kate Cairns Kellogg ’86 and Jamie Kellogg ’85 Alexander S. McGrath Lorrie Gordon and Jonny Orr

Chris Pingree ’78 Lucy and Will Pingree Frances and Stephen Rowland ’80

$25,000+ Christina Clifford Comparato ’85 and Chris Comparato Julie and Peter Donovan Connie Pemberton Glore ’69 and Fred Glore Emily and Peter Glore ’04 Amy and Rob Job

Courtney and Mark Kagan Lauren and David Kennedy Anne Hooper Kneisel ’66 and Bill Kneisel Trent and Stratton Lloyd Erica and Dom Marinelli Donna and Richard Tadler

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Amy and John Mariani Therese and Kurt Melden Eileen and Jim O’Holleran Mary Reinhalter* Janet and Mike Rogers Karla and Rod Smith Julie and Jim Stephens Meredith and Jamie Tedford Susan and Gene Tremblay Natalie and Bill Whelan Jenny Williamson

$5,000+ Anonymous Sarah and Tim Brady Cappy and Sam Daume Alice Roberts Dietrich ’68 The Dowd Family Glorianne Demoulas ’70 and Robert Farnham Amelia Fawcett ’74 Beth Lalik and Tom Flaherty Christy and Rick Gable Stephanie and Ryan Hendrickson ’03 Jen Groeber and Tim Johnson Stephanie and Matt Kadnar Diane and Gary Kaneb Karla and Jeff Kaneb Frances Demoulas Kettenbach ’69 and Michael Kettenbach

Trish and Mark Landgren Mary Puma and Eivind Lange Allison Matlack David McGrath Rebecca and Kevin McKernan Vera McLafferty Jane and Bill Mosakowski Beth and John Pingree, Jr. Jennifer Inker and Timothy Pynchon Claudia and Chat Reynders Cindy and Mark Ross Paula and Bink Shorts Jenna and Scott Signore Mark Tatelman ’04 Debra and James Thomas Dee Webster

ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

$2,500+ The Bertolon Family Sarah M. Buck ’02 and Johnny Ritzo Ellie Cabot Kathy and David DiCenso Karen and John Drislane Elizabeth and Stephen Fantone Jill and John Finnerty Tamar Salter Frieze ’99 and Ken Frieze Sue and Bart Geer Susan Glessner

OVER $2.1 MILLION Sita and Brendan Greelish ’97 Kim and Jon Guerster Joanie Johnson John Kane Alyssa LeBel ’75 Christine McCarthy Lemos ’96 and Bill Lemos ’95 Alicia and Wayne Mack Erica and Domenic Marinelli Lynne and Tim Menzie Sean Morgan ’98 Kim and Ted Ober

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PINGREE SCHOOL IN THE 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR Beth and Daniel Prawdzik Leigh and Alan Scharfe Ellen Reinhalter Shain ’77 and Bruce Shain Erica and James Stella Shelley McCloy Vassallo ’76 and Rich Vassallo

Mr. and Mrs. L. Dexter Woodman Scholarship Fund Maureen and Doug Woodman Yarisie and Juan Yepez

The Landers Family Allyson and Lance Larsen Cara Angelopulos Lawler ’01 and John Lawler Rebecca Symmes Lee ’94 and Kenneth Lee Nancy and David Lemons Wei Gao and Xin Li Doo Little ’79 Hope Taft ’05 and Ryan Lucky Diana Batchelder Mathey Carol and Woody Merriman Mary Lou Monteiro and Veronica Monteiro ’13 Michele and Ben Mottola Sara and Bob Mullaney Esther Mulroy ’69 and Michael Mulroy Tom Mulroy ’01 Kathy and Tim Norton John Nugent ’08 Marilyn and Don Pardus Barbara and Ollie Parker Meredith Shuwall Pasquesi ’82 The Pierce Family Leslie Reichert Linda and Jon Rich Jane Blake Riley ’77 and Tom Riley Donna and Michael Rogers Janet and John Schickling Rabbi Steven Schwartz Dale Hawkes Seamans ’77

and Campbell B. Seamans ’75 Ellen and Keith Shaughnessy Susan and Steve Sieker Sarah Spillane Anna T. Green and George W. Stairs Susan and Wayne Stelk Kemp C. Stickney ’75 The Surprenant Family Liz Allen Taft ’73 and Buddy Taft Mrs. R. T. H. Thayer Susan Thorne David Tinagero Susan and Stanley Trotman Carolyn and Marty Tucker Michelle and Matt Verminski John M. Williamson ’10 Krista and Andy Yablin Heidi and Michael Yoken

$1,000+ Anonymous (7) Christopher Ames and JoAnn Manson Louisa and Neale Theodore Attenborough Hope Amory Bachelder ’77 and Robert Bachelder Elaine Becker and Thomas Bean Cindy and Tom Belhumeur Sarah Williamson Bennett ’07 The Birdsall Family Amy Blodgett ’82 Kate Lockwood Bracken ’96 and Dave Bracken Scot R. Bradstreet ’79 Alexandra Glazer Brasco ’09 Lisa and Andy Briggs Jovanna and Graham Brooks Krisie and Dan Brown Erin M. and Edward J. Callahan Molly Callahan ’13 Christoper Carrigan and Laura Cabot Carrigan Judy and George Carter Stacy and Rick Cleveland Deborah Coates Kelly and Dennis Cunningham Kristen and Gavin Danaher Ghizlane and Stephen DeAngelis Louisa and Frank Deland

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Tina and Douglas DePiero Jay Dewing ’88 The Di Lillo Family in memory of Maria Floccari Suzanne and Barry Dick Heidi and Jim Ellard Mimi Davis Emmons ’64 Kristin and Paul Evangelista Cori Cather and Ray Falconer Sandi and Brian Falvey Amanda and John Feeks Lindsey and Christopher Fellows Leslie and Rafael Fonseca Wendy Vincent Fox ’86 The Gaddipati Family Samantha and Jason Galui ’95 Heidi and Mark Gudaitis Sarah and John Harrington James S. Hewson* Nancy Hewson Paige and Jud Hintlian ’90 Jessica Lockwood Hyde ’99 and Jon Hyde Amanda Crawford Jackson ’96 and Ned Jackson Tracy and Mark Johnson Seonhee Jung Nancy Rohlfs and Randy Kennedy Kelly and Michael Kettenbach ’00 Kathy Kreider ’78

Friends Anonymous (29) Laura Winthrop Abbot ’96 Mariana Abelson and Richard Abelson ’96 Maureen and Peter Abramson Rebecca Ward Acselrod ’84 Brian A. Adam ’07 Olivia Adamic ’19 Amy Singleton Adams ’82 Detris Adelabu Festus Adelabu Olivia Adelabu ’22 Anjuli Aguja ’23 Vinicius Aguiar ’12 Noe Aguilar-Melendez and Claudia Cerritos Noe Aguilar ’24 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 Jennifer L. Ames ’05 Debbie and Saeed Aminzadeh Nina Sacharuk Anderson ’77 and Blake Anderson Jessica Angell Cindy and Chuck Angelopulos David Archer ’02 Manish and Ruchika Arora Jennifer Arthur Allison Attarian ’17 Sherrill and Mark Attarian Carolyn Attenborough ’11 Jeff Avallon ’02 Susan Ayres ’65

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The Bachelder Family Kathy and Bo Baird Annemarie Sheehan Baker ’93 Danny Barker ’01 Lizanne and D.A. Barone Isabella Barone ’23 Keri A. Barrett ’03 Susan Cameron Barrow ’65 Rachael P. Barthelmes ’10 Wrenn Bartlett and Seth Bartlett ’91 Emily J. Batchelder ’79 Eizabeth Beatty ’17 Thomas R. Belhumeur ’04 Gregory M. Belkin ’95 Laura Bell Mary K. Bell ’11 Tracey and Andrew Berman Lily Bertone ’23 Jen and Eric Bibeault Bonnie and Stuart Birdsall Elena M. Birnbaum ’07 Dale W.Bishop ’08 Drew K. Bishop ’06 Julie and Kirk Bishop Kyle Bishop ’06 Britton P. D. Bistrian ’96 Nancy Bland Sean Blundin ’23 Sally Stronach Bohanon Raghu Bolishetti and Kamala Athunuri Rosemary A. Bond ’69 Wendy and John Book Brooke and Griffin Booth Drew Botta ’22 Brenda Bouchard Antoinette and Ronald Bouchard James F.C. Breed ’97 Lisa and Andrew Brengola

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Margaret Broaddus ’73 John and Melissa Broderick Molly E. Brodmerkel ’10 Paige Bronk ’85 Kristin A. Brown and Aaron Hirsch Susan Brown ’70 Joshua N. Burlingham ’04 Kitty and Jock Burns Malcolm S. Burr ’18 Jody Franklin Burrows ’65 Patricia Bursaw Alec Burt Amy and Mark Butterworth Clare and Michael Byrne Michaela Byrne ’13 Mary J. Cahill Farella ’89 and Stéfane Cahill Farella Catherine Dudley Call ’76 and Blake Meike Abigail and Matthew Canelli Lauren Connolly Canny ’05 Brian N. Capecci ’98 Jaimie T. Cappucci ’10 Aime and Scott Card The Cardinal Family Rogan Cardinal ’23 Lee and Steve Carey Meredith Cohen and Walter Carl Courtney E. Carnevale ’09 Sarah Carpenter ’97 Una Carroll ’21 Chris Carter ’88 Emma Carter ’22 Cristie and Scott Carter ’90 Sophia Carter ’20 Alex Case ’90 Pauline and William Cashore Andrew Castraberti ’08 Lily Castraberti ’20 Trish and Steven Castraberti

Virginia and Frank Champi Tania and John Chandler Barbara and Clark Chase Caroline Basile Cheek ’05 Sarah Gurtman and Matt Chisholm Elisha Cho Nancy Daly Church ’65 Lucy Ciacciarelli ’23 Nicole Ciacciarelli Ryan Clark ’23 Carys Cleveland ’23 Kathy and Gary Cohen Michael Todd Cohen ’99 Matthew Colbert ’12 Michaela W. Colbert ’09 Caroline Collins Emily Collins ’26 Lauren Collins ’24 Meghan Collins ’23 Paula Collins ’09 Jennifer Coltin ’09 Louise and Mark Coltin Jody Comins ’86 and Michael Schnur Ella Comparato ’23 Sophia Comparato ’23 Quinn Spagnoli Condon ’01 and Matt Condon Amy and Douglas Cook Elizabeth Mollineaux Cook ’89 Maura and Paul Copeland Nicole Gilbert Cote ’95 Kerry and Jeff Covelluzzi Lindsay Pearce Cowan ’93 and Chad Cowan Livia Cowan ’77 Janet Coyne Kasie Jacobs Cran ’97 and Vic Cran

ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

Pauline Seamans Crowninshield ’66 Melissa and Al Cuevas Erin Cunningham ’14 Brad Currier ’03 Karen and Steve Curry Michele and Brian Cusack Maiaa Dadhich ’18 Audra M. Dalton ’95 Sally Johnson Daly ’81 and Thomas Daly Benjamin Daume ’19 Alexandra and Ian de Buy Wenniger Willmarie De Jesus and Jose Ortiz Geraldine and John Degurski Kerri and John DeJesus Melanie Ziegler and Doug Dempster Benjamin Dennehy ’22 Avery DePiero ’23 Dana DePiero ’21 Suzanne Schnell Di Meco ’98 and Leland Di Meco Jim DiCenzo Betty Dick Cameron Dick ’23 Shelby DiFiore ’12 Caitlyn Dion ’23 Kelsey Dion ’15 Jeannine and Peter Dion German L. Disla ’07 Tuyet and Doanh Do Khoa and Thuy Do My Dung-Thi Do ’91 Gail and Brian Doherty Olivia Donahue ’23 Tobey and Chris Donahue Naga and Shoba Donti Nina Dooley ’19 Porter Dooley ’19 Caitlin Doran-Serafino ’00 Susie and Peter Dorsey Cameron Dowd ’18 Courtney Dowd ’16 Erica Dowd ’22 Kelli M. Duggan ’89 Ashley DuKatz ’23 Liz Libby and Elias Durand Holly O’Donohue Duren ’03 and Benjamin Duren Suzanne and John Duval Eileen and David Dwortz

* Deceased

Mary and Dennis Dyer Dorothy Bundy Dylag ’77 The Eardley Family Kimberly Lohr Ebbert ’75 Carolyn Sherman Egan ’89 and Stouffer Egan Emily Einhorn Michele and Nick Elward Courtney and Richard Eno Caitlin Connolly Eppes ’02 and Trey Eppes Andrew J. Eschelbacher ’98 Austin R. Esecson ’06 Kyle R. Esecson ’07 Alessandra Evangelista ’23 Julia Evangelista ’21 Morgan Baird Everson ’04 Finley Ezekiel ’23 Kathy and James Falese Annie Fallon Allison Falvey ’18 Helene Faneuil Meredith R. Farahmand ’10 Victoria Farrell ’23 Amanda J. Farrer ’07 Nedia deSouza and David Feick Carol Seitchik and Alan Feldman Doris and Saul Feldman The Fenton Family Adam Ferrante ’95 Maureen Ferreira Patricia Asselin Ferris ’93 and Dan Ferris Karen and Shawn Ferullo Albert G. Filosa Matthew J. Filosa ’06 CeCe Brotchie Fine ’96 and Eric Fine Deenie and Gery Fischer William K. Fischer ’06 Susan and Richard Fitzgerald Elsbeth Taft Flanagan ’01 and Ryan Flanagan Joy and Michael Foley Katie Nugent Foley ’06 Patty and Tom Foley Matthew Fonzi ’22 Cheryl Foster Allison Cassidy Freeman’01 and Shaun Freeman Patricia Freeman

Wendy H. Friend ’80 and Mark Denney Kathryn Frost Lisa L. Fuccione ’98 Christopher J. Fusco ’00 Kathryn and Erik Fyrer ’15 Patty and Joe Gaffney The Gambon-Mokrzycki Family Benjamin R. Ganley ’99 Gerard Garrett Daniella Irvine ’02 Maeve Gaddipati ’23 Maribel Bonet Gaudin and Joseph Gaudin Debbie Geller ’88 Jillian Cappucci Gentilli ’06 Christina and Alan Gibeley The Gifford Family Aggie L. Furnari Giglio Kip ’71 Katie Milaschewski Giguere ’09 Leigh and Garrett Gillespie Jared Gilman ’18 Val and Paul Gilman The Giordano Family Jon and Molly Gistis Kate and Scott Glencross Quinn Glencross ’23 Melissa and Alec Glorieux Jessica and David Goff Zara-Marie Spooner and Ashifi Gogo Andrew J. Goldberg ’95 Marah Goldman ’23 Ashley and Jacob Goliti-Chase Emily and Seth Goodling Linda and Bob Goodman Zaeli Goodman ’22 Charles E. Goodwin ’11 Michelle and Michael Gracey Elizabeth Morgan Graf ’69 and Robert Graf

Ann McAuliffe Gram ’73 and William Gram Carolyn Paczkowska and Kenneth Grant Mark Graubart ’23 Samuel Graubart ’23 Michelle and Nathan Gray Steve Greason and Jessica Schlather Thomas and Denise Greaves Daron J. Greelish ’99 Kay Green ’65 Cathy Greenough ’67 Robyn and Casey Griffin Monica Griffin ’06 Alice Grossman Devon Tadler ’09 and Zach Guarino ’09 Jaime S. Gubbins ’98 Alexandra Gudaitis ’21 Victoria Gudaitis ’18 Lindsey Guinan Gund ’88 Heidy Guzman ’23 Katherine Haas ’19 Paula and Greg Haas Beth and Eric Haltmeier Ehab H. Hamdan ’10 Betsy Santry Hancock ’79 Leah Hancock Megan Cassella Hand ’98 Linda Landergan Hanratty ’77 and Jim Hanratty Thuly L. Hardman ’11 Jay Hardwick ’96 Elizabeth Shorts Harrigan ’95 and Dan Harrington Tova Kaplan Harrington ’02 and Matthew Harrington ’00 Margarite and William Hatch Jordan Hathaway ’00 Emily Hawthorne ’12 Leigh Armstrong Hebard ’89

OUTDOOR

ATHLETIC COMPLEX

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ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

Lori McMahon Heil ’96 James D. Henderson ’03 James R. Henderson ’06 Tamar Kotelchuck and Nathan Hendrie Jakob Hernandez Kara and Luis Hernandez Alexander Hesketh ’18 Dana C. Heywood ’02 Karen Durkee Heywood ’67 and Clayton Heywood Beth Alling and Brad Hildt Chris Himmel ’96 Jesse A. Hirsch ’95 Sarah Hoefner ’15 Kate L. Hoenigsberg ’03 Matthew J. Hoenigsberg ’99 Amanda Carey Hogan ’71 Mackenzie Holian ’23 Keri and Matthew Holian The Holland Family Alicia Horrocks ’23 Roberta and Fred Huffman Noah I. Hugenberger ’00 Nevan Hughlett ’22 Nina Husak ’23 Lilia Hutchins ’19 Anna Huzar ’08 Harry J. L. Ingram ’05 Hannah E. Iorio ’05 Carla Isley Kristen and Doug Jacobsen Maxwell Jacobsen ’23 Debbie and Warren Jaferian Robin Blackmore and E.W. Jalajas The Jamitkowski Family Annette Janes Sarah Huffman Jarvis ’98 Peter Jenkins ’23 Isabelle Job ’20

Rebecca Risk Johnson ’01 Emily Jones ’74 Samantha Jones ’23 Andrea and Steve Jones Mary and Michael Joyce Christine Mukumbu and Eric Kagua Elizabeth Kadnar ’23 Christopher Kagan ’23 Camille Kamisky ’23 Olivia Byrne Kaneb ’14 Kirsten Kimball Kapteyn ’81 Katherine and C.J. Karch Michaella and Stephen Karl ’98 Gail and James Keck Kelli and James Keck Beth Dyer Kellett ’98 Betsy Kennedy Elizabeth Kennedy ’23 Francis Kennedy ’23 Heather Kent Merle and Ken Kew June Kiely ’16 Kathy and Bill Kilmartin Anne and William J. Kirby, Jr. Chris and Kerri Goddard Kinch '88 Igor Kirianov Kate Kirianov W. Adam Kline ’79 Maryann Knight Ekberg Heather Knowles ’95 Polly and Joe Knowles Marion Hewson Knowles ’78 Jenny and Bob Knowles Melody and Joshua Komyerov Lex Kottmeyer Marisa Kouroubacalis ’15

Michael Kouroubacalis ’16 Jason R. Kramer ’08 Christian Krohg ’18 The Krohg Family Olaf Krohg William Krohg ’19 Sarah E. Laaff ’03 Nicole and Robin LaBossiere MaryEllen Dhionis LaCamera ’95 Michele and Keith Laezza Maria and Richard LaFauci Anne Stier LaFontaine ’78 Ellen and Matthew LaMarche Madeline LaMarche ’23 Laura Geraty Lambert ’01 Madison Landers ’23 Anders Landgren ’21 Kyle P. Lange ’10 Elisabeth A. Langworthy ’73 Denise E. LaPierre ’95 Alena Larsen ’15 Carolyn Larsen ’19 Julia Wilson Larson ’74 The Family of Addison Thorne Tom Lawson Laurie J. LaChapelle and David A. Leach Mark E. LeBel ’02 Caroline Lee ’22 Dylan Leonard ’23 Clay LePard ’08 Irv Levy Ajisa Liti ’08 Hannah Liu Schuyler Lloyd ’23 Amanda Maloney Lockerbie ’96 Robert A. Logan ’03

739 GIFTS TOTALING

$163,000 RAISED ON GIVING DAY, A NEW DOLLAR AND PARTICIPATION

RECORD FOR THE DAY! 75

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Samuel J. Logan ’06 Brian L. London ’94 Laurie and Juan Lopez Sophia Lopez ’23 Fiona and Geoff Lubbock Nina Lubeck ’17 Sue VanBaalen and Norm Lubeck Mary and John Lucey Katherine Lucy ’21 Joelle Lufkin Laurie Gumuchian and Paul Lukasiewicz Marya and Scott Lungren ’88 Heidi Rowland Lynn ’78 and Mike Lynn Michael Mabius ’23 Susanne Grant MacDonald ’65 Christopher MacDougall Elaine MacGuire Gross Joanie and Bruce Mackey Liza Richardson MacLaughlin ’08 and Ben MacLaughlin ’08 Jim MacLaughlin ’84 Robert MacNeille Mike Macoul Donna and Anthony Maggio Jacqueline Grenier Magiera Nora Maginn Fame Colleen K. Maher ’10 Michael Makowski ’23 Mary and Thomas Makowski Loren Malfitano Borges ’00 Jennifer M. Mannion ’11 Mary “Posie” Means Mansfield ’67 Ana Lancaster and Vincent Manzi Michael Mariani ’23 Samantha Drislane Markowski ’93 and Kevin Markowski Michelle Marks ’95 Deirdre Scudder Martin ’80 and Peter Martin Helen MacLaughlin ’85 Karen and Brad Mascott Anna Geraty ’98 and Peter Mason ’96 Katelyn Masse ’18 Max L. Mathey ’09 Peter W. Mathey ’01 Samuel G. Mathey ’04

ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

Sarah Mathey ’11 Laura Matson Donna and Robert Mattie Shea Mavros ’95 Paul Mayo Mary and Daniel McCarthy Andrea Brox and John McCarthy ’78 June and James McCloy Denise and Jeff McClure Riley McClure ’23 Eric McCollom June and James McCloy Tina and Alan McCoy Anna Mae McCoy Tammy and Bobby McDonald Karen E. McGinley ’79 Jeannette Darling McGinn ’81 and Peter McGinn Phil McGowan Elsa McKernan ’23 Tess McLafferty ’23 Amy and Ben McLaughlin Joanne McLaughlin Colin McLoy ’23 Alison McMaster Gretchen Sinnett and Joe McMaster Kathy and Bob McSweeney The Mead Family Dianne Loring Meeker Kaersten V. Mehlin ’01 Bianka Mejia ’09 Christopher Mellen ’19 Lauren Menzie ’16 Matthew Menzie ’15 Debbie and John Merrill Jamie S. Merriman ’98 Carol and Woody Merriman Carl Meyer ’23 Nicholas Michel Robyn and Thomas Milbury Grace Miller ’19 Anne Stocker Mills ’65 Jolmi Minaya ’09 Beth and Joel Mittelman Ryan Mittelman ’23 Brady Mokrzycki ’16 Connor Mokrzycki ’18 Deborah Nash Molander ’68 Melanie and Calin Moldovean Rebecca Winthrop Monahan Char Glessner Monié ’99

* Deceased

NEW ENDOWMENT FUND ESTABLISHED TO SUPPORT

PREP@PINGREE ALUMNI

ENROLLED AT PINGREE SCHOOL Allison Dixon Montecalvo ’96 and Ryan Montecalvo ’95 Mike Montenegro Joseph D. Monty ’00 Rebecca Reynolds Moore ’82 Hannah and Steven Moran Laura K. Morgan ’80 Rosie C. Morgan Patty Morrison ’03 Pamela Goldman Moryl ’99 Rachel A. Mosakowski ’04 Meghan Malone-Moses and Stephen Moses Sofia Mottola ’19 Jack Moulison ’23 Jennifer M. Mscisz ’10 Grace Mullaney ’23 Katie Healey Mullen ’02 and Joe Mullen ’01 Andrew Murdock ’17 Maxwell Murdock ’20 Maureen Murialdo Fiona Murphy ’23 Joelle and George Murphy Lindsay and Ian Murphy Molly Murphy Sarah Haug Murphy ’67 Louise Mutterperl ’73 Kathryn Myers ’68 Daniel Nagler Joan and Mel Nagler Annette and Paul Najarian Aakash Nandipaku ’23 Amanda Nasser ’09 Casey Fischer Nelligan ’04 and Patrick Nelligan ’04 Janice and Michael Nelligan Michael Nelligan, Jr. ’02 Nelson Johnson Family The Nickole Family Jessica M. Nigrelli ’98 Tommy RC Nigrelli ’00 Tracy Nigrelli ’98 Maria Nikolakopoulos ’23

Tsering D. Norpa ’99 Adam Norris ’93 Chloe Norris ’22 Jamie and Russell Norris Emily Norton ’23 Luanne and George Nugent The Nugent Family Ryan Nugent ’00 Tatjana Nugteren-Gijsbrechts and Nils Nugteren John K. O’Donohue ’01 Elizabeth F. O’Hare ’04 The O’Hare Family David Ogden Laura Coltin Ogden ’98 and Robert Ogden Nick Ogles Eric P. Olson and Diana J. Denning The Onello Family Megan Onello ’21 Nicholas D. Osborne ’01 Nashly Ozuna ’23 Jong Kwan Park Elizabeth Dana Parker ’81 Kathleen Dyer Parker ’02 and Justin Parker ’02 Lisa W. Parker ’76 Ellen and Robert Parker Sarah E. Parker ’06 Amy R. Parkinson ’98 Ashley Parks Rachel Harmeling Pascual ’03 Aman Patel ’23 Brijesh and Hema Patel Jagruti R. Patel ’84 and Rahul D. Patel ’86 Nevin R. Pathak ’10 Trish and John Patti Stephanie Patton ’00 and John Patton Kate Dale Payne ’90 and John Payne Kathleen and Ed Pease

Owen Pease ’19 Calum Perry ’16 Hailey M. Perry ’14 Elizabeth and Mark Perry Emma and Jay Perryman Christine Peterson and John Horneff Joy and Daniel Peterson Eric Peterson Julia Peterson Dario Petrillo ’22 Laura and Richard Petrillo Joanna L. Phippen ’82 Sandra and Will Phippen Conor Pickett Ian Pickrell ’10 Nora Pierce ’23 Alexandra Pingree ’08 Caroline W. Pingree ’04 Prinya Pinyochon and Caroline Jolliffe Jane Shotwell Pirie ’79 The Pironti Family Leigh Baker Pool ’68 and Rothwell Pool Paula Clairmont Poss and Kirt Poss Michael Posternack Marion and Michael Potoczak Cara R. Pratt ’05 Jillian C. Price ’05 Carol and John Pruellage Jena L. Pruett ’10 Susan and Dan Quade Elizabeth Case Quigley ’83 Michael Quinn ’91 Lyndsey Shepard Raffol ’10 Vonda and Jim Raisides Sarah K. Fitzgerald Rana ’01 Nathan Rawlins ’16 Campbell Rawlins ’09 Angela Katsos Ray ’82 and Alan Ray Jennifer and Jim Ready

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ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

Linda and Tim Ready Lauren E. Regan ’05 Elisabeth Rutchick Reickert ’98 Annalisa and Chris Reno Ingrid and Mark Renzi Olivia Ribaudo ’23 Andrea Richards Wendy Morgan Richardson ’78 and Peter Richardson Margaret Hunt Rieck ’81 Mathew G. Riendeau ’95 Jeffrey S. Riese ’98 Page T. Riley ’05 Mary and David Rimmer Glenn Ritter Joan and Sherwin Ritter Polly Roberts ’72 Olivia Robertson ’22 Maria and Paul Robertson Catharine H. Roehrig ’67 Paola and Jeff Roelofs Caroline Rogers ’23 Caroline S. Rogers ’68 Cynthia Johnson Rogers ’82 Daniel M. Rogers ’09 Don Romanelli and Lisa Sandouk-Romanelli Grace Romanelli ’23 Theodore Rosen ’16 Rachel LoVerme Rosenfeldt ’99 Elizabeth and Ronald Rossetti Tiana Rossi ’18 Kim and Philip Rotner Holly and Gary Rowe Jonathan S. Rubenfeld ’00 William Rudolph ’01 Lynn Pearson Russell ’65 Stephen Sacchetti Thomas R. Salter IX ’02 Caitlin Doherty Sardo ’09 and Anthony Sardo ’09 Kirsten A. Ehrig-Sarkisian ’85 and Keith Sarkisian Sai Kanthi Sattiraju ’23 Eileen Savage-Creedon Elizabeth Savarese ’99 Allison DeNapoli Schill ’95 Susan Schneider ’65 Paula Schultz Peter B. Schwarz David Scudder

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John B. Seamans ’76 Stella Mae and Robert Seamans Cameron Segal ’16 Carter Segal ’21 Traci and Ken Segal Mayra and Carlo Senices Nicolo Senices ’26 Nicole Serratore ’93 Lisa Garry-Seymour and Robert W. Seymour Michelle G. Shafer ’10 Maryann and Andrew Shafter Abby and Josh Shain ’09 Clare Shanahan ’10 Elizabeth Shanahan ’06 Mary and Mike Shanahan Kari H. Shaughnessy ’10 Megan J. Shaughnessy ’04 Michael W. Shaughnessy ’08 Julia Crowley Shaw ’76 Colby Shea ’19 Whitney Thayer Shepard ’79 and Peter Shepard Trina Ross Sherer ’68 Bonnie and Michael Sherman Sarah White Sherwood ’77 and Peter Sherwood Lyn and Tom Shields Alex Shorts ’00 Mia Shuman ’23 Sophie Shuman ’21 Susan Shuwall Pam and Dean Sidell Luke Sieker ’23 Lana Luciano Silvestro ’96 Michael R. Singer ’85 Alexandra Smail ’24 Ashley Smail ’24 Isabel Smail ’22 Julie Clifford Smail ’86 and David Smail Katherine Small ’96 Anna Smith ’23 Cassandra Smith ’23 Valerie and Christopher Smith Diane and Ken Smith William Smith ’23 Timothy Smith and Jacqueline Swan Page Cogger Sostek ’87 and Josh Sostek ’87

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PINGREE FUND ANNUAL SUPPORT

EXCEEDS $1.3 MILLION Judith Klein and John Soursourian Anna Souter ’21 Katie O’Hara Southard ’01 Kate Spaulding ’23 John F. St. Pierre ’10 Kevin D. St. Pierre ’11 Wendy and Eric Stacey ’81 Shannon and Mike Stanley Laurel Samson Starks ’76 Andrew Stavisky ’84 Eliza Steele ’15 Suzanne Pinto and Arthur K. Steinert ’88 Marie and Russell Stephens Grace A. Steward ’11 Jennifer and Daniel Stewart ’05 Elizabeth Levitsky Stracher ’87 Diane and Jay Sullivan Sandy Rowland Sullivan ’79 Michelle Sullivan and Scott Sullivan ’88 Zandra Goer Sutter ’98 and Mark Sutter Pam and Dave Sweeney Marianne and David Sweetser Sarah E. Symmes William Taft ’08 Susan Davies and Rick Talkov Kara L. Tanzer ’98 and Frank Ortiz Dana Limanni-Tarlow ’85 Kathleen Wade Tarnowski Kayla Tarnowski ’19 William Tarnowski ’21 Mackenzie Taylor ’23 Melissa and James Taylor Samantha Taylor ’08

Caroline Kenerson Tebbens ’05 and Jay Tebbens Whit Tedford ’23 Rose M. Temple ’10 Christine A. Terry ’92 and Stephen Terry Paul G. Tetta Karen Girard and John Thomson Sophia Thomson ’23 Phoebe Thorne ’23 Emily and Stuart Thorne Colleen Tlagae Sara and David Tollerud Stephanie Tomei Julie Farmer and John Tonthat Kristal Toolsie Ellen Torres Elissa M. Torto ’95 Leanne K. Totman ’03 Cameron Traveis ’23 Kendall Traveis ’21 Traveis Family Tony Traverso ’80 Ann Krantz and Alex Tsepetis Sarah and Bill Tsiaras Yeshe T. Tungkhar ’97 Sarah Turchin ’04 Lori and Michael Turk Christine McNiff Twombly ’93 and Todd Twombly Sally and Alex Uhle Julia Wenniger Van Diver ’85 Jacqueline Van Stry ’18 Cassie and Andrew Vassallo ’06 Ethel Mickey ’08 and Dillon Vassallo ’08 James Vassallo ’16 Kristen Buxton Vigsnes ’85 Edward Villiotte ’19

ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

Caroline B. Virani ’06 Alicia Vitagliano ’99 Samuel A. Vitali Deborah von Rosenvinge ’71 Ruth Grainger Wadsworth ’99 Ann and Craig Walker Jenifer and Alan Wall Cindy and Kevin Warner Maggie Warner ’23 Elizabeth Kinville Waterhouse ’83 and Steven Waterhouse Kelly and Chris Watrous Katye Vytal Watts ’01 Kellee Webb

Emily S. Webbe ’96 Amanda C. Weber ’98 Lara and Josh Weis The Welch Abate Family Clare E. Wheadon ’95 Amy and John Whipple Emily White James Wholley IV ’04 Eric Wiberg Belinda J. Wilkes Sarah French Wilkins ’76 and Steve Wilkins Price T. Williams ’03 Lenworth A. Williamson ’09 Patricia C. Williamson ’08 Tenley Williamson ’22

Michael Wilmot Audrey M. Wilson ’09 Kristin and Christopher Wilson ’90 Courtney H. Wilson ’87 Giselle Winchester Anne Haug Winter ’71 Susie and Fred Winthrop, Jr. Jessica A. Wistran ’93 and Gregory Hart William C. Wiswall, Jr. ’98 Alyssa Zagrobski Witt ’98 Anna Wistran Wolfe ’95 Elizabeth Barthelmes Wolff ’07 Vanessa R. Woodman ’02

Priya Worden ’23 B.B. and Tim Wright Alan Wu and Julia Yan Alexander Yablin ’23 Dante Yepez ’23 Xavier Yepez ’22 Eve Yoken ’18 John D. Young and Sue Casey Aaron M. Zachko ’94 Yiwen Zhan ’23 Nicole and Michael Zimmerman Lauren Zinn ’08 Lauren Elizabeth Zion ’09

Foundation, Corporation, and Organization Donors The following foundations, corporations, and organizations made gifts to Pingree School during the 2022-23 academic year. We deeply appreciate your generosity and support.

Abbot and Dorothy H. Stevens Foundation American Endowment Foundation Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund Benevity Community Impact Fund Berkshire Partners, LLC Beth El Congregation of Baltimore Inc. Charity Fund The Boston Foundation Carpenter and MacNeille Charles G. Pringle Foundation

* Deceased

Combined Jewish Philanthropies Demoulas Foundation Edward S. and Winifred G. Moseley Foundation Essex County Community Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Fiduciary Charitable Foundation Fiduciary Trust Company Goldman, Sachs & Co. Matching Gift Program Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo Highland Street Foundation Hurdle Hill Foundation

Kenwood Foundation The Loring Wolcott & Coolidge Charitable Trust Maine Community Foundation Mathis Pfohl Foundation McCarthy Family Foundation Mellon Bank N.A. Morgan Stanley GIFT, Inc. National Philanthropic Trust New York Life Foundation Nordson Corporation Northern Trust Charitable Resin Systems Corporation Rogers Family Foundation Schwab Charitable Fund Spero Charitable Foundation

State Street Corporation Tamarack Foundation The BlackBaud Giving Fund: YourCause, LLC Vanguard Charitable Virginia Wellington Cabot Foundation Weld Foundation The BlackBaud Giving Fund: YourCause, LLC The Michael & Ronne Cosel Foundation The New York Community Trust Vanguard Charitable Lisette S. Venier Charitable Foundation

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ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

In Memoriam Giving In Memory of Mary Reinhalter Pingree’s first director of development, proud Pingree parent and grandparent, and beloved member of our community.

Bonnie and Stuart Birdsall Brenda Bouchard Ronald and Antoinette Bouchard Patricia Bursaw

Helene Faneuil The Gifford Family Christine Peterson and John Horneff Annette Janes Joy and Daniel Peterson

Tania and John Chandler Amy and Douglas Cook Janet Coyne Maryann Knight Ekberg Annie Fallon

Eric Peterson Julia Peterson Janet and Mike Rogers Donna and Richard Tadler Michael and Lori Turk

Named Endowment Funds A named endowment fund is a gift established in perpetuity to ensure long-term financial stability for Pingree School. As of June 30, 2023, Pingree’s endowment totaled nearly $22 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, 2023.

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 Jamitkowski Family Arts and Creativity Fund The Lyon Endowed Scholarship

HIGHEST

ALUMNI PARTICIPATION

BY CLASS 79

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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

1995

42%

1998

40%

1965

36%

1996

35%

2009

31% 0

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30%

40%

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ANNUAL REPORT DONORS

The Pegasus Society 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 Karen and John Drislane

* Deceased

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 t0 remain anonymous

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