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Tina Cocumelli is the epitome of Poly's foundational elements of arts, academics, and athletics. For the past 37 years, Ms. Cocumelli has shared her love for the theatre with the Poly community by directing innumerable amazing musicals and plays, including In The Heights and Sweeney Todd. Her animated personality and joyfulness often manifests itself with her laughter ringing through Garland. Ms. Cocumelli strives to give her students the skills they need to succeed, creating an atmosphere for risk-taking and consistently excellent performances. Besides directing, she teaches Upper School Acting, Directing and Scriptwriting, Film History & Application, and third, fourth, and fifth grade Drama. Furthermore, Ms. Cocumelli attends every boy's basketball game to keep score and to cheer on Poly athletes whether home or away. Additionally, she coaches the Dance Team, attending every football game and various other sporting events, as well as providing spirit for assemblies and community events. She runs the junior trip to the Klamath River every year, one of the most memorable parts of the Poly experience. Her most important mark, however, may be strongest in terms of the interpersonal connections she makes with her students: "Tina is readily available to talk to students and her passion to take care of her students is palpable in and outside of the theatre," 10Tina has taught me so much, beyond the classroom, about life and the power of true friendships," 10She is more than just a teacher, she is a role model and friend," 10Tina cares so deeply about her students and she has always been there to support me in all aspects of my life." Outside of Poly, she is an avid UCLA and Dodgers fan and adores being with her two great-nephews. Thank you Ms. Tina Cocumelli for your devotion, love, and commitment to the arts, athletics, and academics at Poly and we, the Poly community, dedicate this book to you. We are forever grateful to have you as a teacher and mentor.

Throughout his 30-year career, Rick Caragher has established himself as an exemplary model for the Poly community, working with a fiery passion. Shortly after graduating from Pomona College, Mr. Caragher began his life at Poly, working as a fellow. Following his time on Pomona's basketball team, Mr. Caragher became a coach for Poly's team and later joined the cross country coaching staff as well. Since his start, Mr. Caragher has bled nothing but Poly orange, even having his wedding reception on campus. He has served as an animated Western Civilization teacher, known for his blistering pace in class and his evident passion for the history he teaches. Ever dedicated to the subject matter, Mr. Caragher aims to demonstrate history through various simulations, often without his students knowing in advance. His unique style prepares his students for the rigorous workload they will face even after their time at Poly. He has further made his mark on the Poly community by growing the Global Initiatives Program, exposing many students to cultures and places far beyond our borders. In addition to his work at Poly, Mr. Caragher still finds time to keep in touch with his faith, which has and continues to guide him through his life. Due to his gracious nature, Mr. Caragher has embodied the core traits that make Poly an exceptional school and with love and happiness we dedicate this book to him. Mr. Caragher, thank you for your time and dedication to the Poly community, and we will always be grateful for the humble and enthusiatic example you have set for the school.

Poly's campus and community are always growing. Students spend lunch and free periods studying, socializing, and playing games. From ping pong to wii, the poly campus has a wide range of activities to take student's minds off their work. Artists are often found on Arden Lawn painting or admiring nature. Lunch is time where students can relax and talk on their patios and enjoy their food.

• Senior Jack Hodgen helps Senior : Darren Yang play a game of v ping pong to win against their V opponent.

New Freshmen banding together to face their fears of highs school.
Juniors Alina Giapis and Grace Carrey rejoicie after being away V from each other over the summer. V • •

Sophomores Annie Hodgen, Taylor Stimmler, and Freshman Ella Kenny are making good use of the vending machines.

Seniors Jack Hodgen, Michael Hatch, : Daniel D'Amico, Kelly Gallagher, Chris

• Matthews and Nolan Matthews take a

• break from college applications and relax.

A Juniors boys Matthew Queen Jackson Walters-McDonald, Ryan Jack

: Wetzel, Christian Henderson, Charlie Foy.

• Joe Masters, and Sean Tibay eat lunch and discuss their classes betweeen games of ping pong.

Sophomores Charlotte Holder, Chloe Cho, and Coco Angelopoulos take time to relax and hang out after a great first day.

After an exciting summer, students reconnect with old and new friends. Freshmen are introduced to Poly during the first morning meeting, and seniors return with enthusiasm and pride. During morning meeting, the Dance Team leads the annual year cheer. The order goes from freshmen, to sophomores, to juniors, to seniors each grade getting louder than the last Then everyone has a pizza lunch with their advisee to kick start the rest of the year .

• The seniors on the Dance Tearn leads v the Class of 2017 in the annual year V cheer at the first morning meeting.

A The junior guys enjoy lunch on the junior patio, talk ing about their
busy summe r s
: Maya Flannery, Katie Callero, V and Kayley Kawano are ecstatic V to finally be seniors

Sophia Duncan, Maya Cook, Catalina Alonso, Rowan Bortz, Olivia Guerra, and Jojo Woodruff smile on their first day as new sophomores!

A Three enthusiastic juniors, Randy Hartfield, <' Mateo Taylor, and Tunner Thompson, • • ponder the junior year to come

Seniors, Olive Yu and Jack Wilson, who are Peer Mentors have lunch with their freshman advisee.

In September, the ASB hosted the first dance of the year in Founders HaiL with he theme "Welcome to the Jungle ' The ASB did a fantastic job putting it together. There was a projection of swimming fish behind the OJ plentiful snacks, and even a shrine to Harambe! There was also a giant gorilla bounce house obstacle course, where students raced through to get the fastest time The dance was DJ-ed by Mateo Taylor and Darren Yang and was photographed by Matthew Queen and Ollie Penner. Thanks to the hard work of the ASB, Poly students had an amazing first dance of the year.

• Seniors Mokena Stimmler, Gabby : Maarse, Olive Yu, Kate Penner, and V Kelly Gallagher show off their treeV themed group costume.

A Froshsoph Volleyball players take a
fresh squad photo in their jungle head
Junior Ella Ancheta has a great
time with her GSL little sister, Emilie Alvarez, during the dance.

• Sophomores Cole Swanson, Ryan Khazra,

• Harry Liddi-Brown, and Dexter Renick give a thumbs-up ot the camera!

A Caitlin Barr and Lizzy Shephard share a <' laugh with the unrecognizable Diego Blanco

• ,who is dressed as a dinosaur with wings!

A It's all smiles as senior

A Nellie Breen gives freshman

• • Marissa Guerra a piggy-

• •

Franco and Catalina Alonso Emma and Gwen Bradforth Luisa and Nellie Breen
Keara and Shoe Caragher Sam and Alex Clark Henry and Daniel D'Amico
Kaitlin and Rachel Min James and Graham Olson Ollie and Kate Penner

Poly's Oakleaves staff hosts an annual fall formal to raise money towards the production of the yearbook. This year, Upper School students gathered at Kidspace's Wisteria Courtyard for a night in an enchanted forest Organized entirely by staff members Kate Fogassa, Mckenna Velasco, and Grace Carey, the dance featured a student-run photo booth, music, and baked goods. As college application deadlines draw closer and freshmen settle into high school, Oakleaves provides everyone with a chance to enjoy a night out with friends.

Seniors Jennifer Lu, Robyn Lee, and Beverly
Shen take a photo together during their last
Oakelaves dance
• Oakleaves coordinators Kate Fogassa, : McKenna Velasco, and Grace Carey enjoy the dance they put together.

• Zoey and Ella Mao pose with Henry

v and Jeffrey

at their first formal V dance

D'Amico
Shepherd
Jack and Robby Wilson take a break from dancing
to take a sibling photo with Taylor and Mokena
Stimmler

Included in the new schedule this year are two 55-minute periods per six-day rotation designated for club meetings. With this generous addition, established clubs have seen a dramatic increase in attendence and support, and a variety of new clubs are on the rise. From QSA to Star Wars Club, the clubs cover a wide array of topics and causes, and the students are excited to have the opportunity to be more involved this year.

Film Photography Club Debate Club

"Along with the usual menagerie of events the year brings, this year the ASB tackled a whole new schedule. It was important in our work to see how we could extend Poly traditions into the new schedule while innovating on ways to use our time. We were elected as representatives of the community, and in order to fulfill that role, we made various attempts at increasing communication between all facets of the community. We can't control everything, such as the inevitable silences as another installment of PolySnaps lights up Garland, but we hope that by increasing communication and working to continue empowering student voice, Poly is one step closer to being the vision we as a school have for it."

"Peer Mentors are seniors placed in freshmen advisee groups that lead and organize events and discussions for the ninth-graders The program is a wonderful way to encourage interaction between seniors and freshmen and is an important resource for many underclassmen. This year, the new schedule allotted more time to advisee, which allowed for more constructive activities and dialogues than the and chat" of old. The Peer Mentors and their ninth grade advisees played fun inter-advisee games, participated in thoughtprovoking diversity trainings, considered the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, and, of course, ate plenty of tasty treats.'

"The Student Athletic Leadership Council focuses on providing a positive influence through student athlete leadership on teams at all sports levels, as representatives of the Poly community and the Pasadena community at large. The council supports the school's credo, mission statement, and philosophy The three cornerstones of SALC are spirit, service, and education. W ith this year's leaders Maddie Magee 'and James Valencia, SALC created an atmosphere of support and connection ' betweeh all · levels As SALC continues their job, the Poly community is e xcited to see what's in store."

' Poly Arts Student Council is dedicated to sharing and celebrating both visual and performing arts Throughout the year, we hold 5th Quarters, visual art shows, collaborations with Hillsides, and many more events Not only do we promote art within the Poly community but also within the Los Angeles area We want to give students a greater understanding of art and what it means to be an artist ."

"As the Ambassador Council , we are the first people that new students and parents meet We try to make each tour, open house, and outreach event as informative and personalized as possible. This year we are focusing on making Ambassadors a more organized Poly entity Ambassadors are a crucial aspect of the student admissions at Poly and we make sure all our Ambassadors are well trained and enthusiastic about their school ."

"MSL has undergone a dramatic transformation this year Wi th the addition of four dynamic new cabinet members, in secretary Jackson Hayes, big brother little brother coordinating supervisor Joe Masters, quartos Michael van Citters, and chairman of the board Christian Henderson, the MSL has been reenergized. With our landmark poinsettia sale and groundbreaking Turkey Tussle, the MSL has become one of the most visible organizations on campus Our growth factorization in itiative has been a catalyst for change and spurred a vital reorganization of advisory time. The introduction of important focus tools in our advisory, like Carum and 8 -ball Pool , has facilitated our remarkable growth By cutting out the intrusive reading of the student bulletin, we have been able to use advisory time to its fullest e xtent Further, with a consolidated bagel integration program, cabinet morale has been at an al l time high, driving us to achieve our lofty goals set at the leadership summit over the summer "

"The Girls' Service League is one of the oldest organizations on campus, and as a cabinet we are so thankful to have been a part of it The GSL's goals are to raise money for a charity of our choice and to promote bonding between sisters This year we decided to move away from supporting a local charity and support an international charity We decided as a cabinet that our money and efforts would be a lot more impactful in a less wealthy nation."

In November, a group of Poly students performed their production of "Museum" by Tina Howe. The play takes place on the last day of an art e xhibition called The Broken Silence and features the many characters that come to view it All actors (e xcept for the Guard) played three or more characters, e xecuting many quick costume changes The students were directed by Cynthia Crass, and the production took place in Garland Theatre During rehearsals the actors worked on their character development, making sure to differentiate each character, not just by their change in clothing, but also by their change in demeanor. The students spent two hours every day after school rehearsing for the show and formed very tight friendships during that time together.

The Guard (Ortiz-Ambrosio), Bill Plaid (Chong), Kate Siv (Caragherl, Michael Wall (Uiinl, and Chloe Trapp (Mintol are captivated as Tink Solheim (Ball) tells a story while holding one of the priceless sculptures!
McKenzie Minto, Aisling Murran, Ellie McAfee, and Claire Gershon apply makeup in the makeup room with the rest of the cast before the show
• • • Mira Zadal (Uiin) tries to seduce the
• Guard (Ortiz-Ambrosio) by asking abou t things sold in the museum gift shop

• Peter Ziff (Swanson) creeps up on Liz V (Kawanal while she reads about the life and V work of artist Zachary Moe.

A The three museum guards (Otriz-Ambrosio, Gershon, A Chong) sneak out of the room as the artist Steve : Williams (Kawano) enters

A The museum erupts in a blast of colors and music 0 after Tink Solheim (Ball) activates one of the • sculptures.

CAST

Kate Mcinerny

Mateo Ortiz-.Ambrosio

Kamy Chong

Cole Swanson

McKenzie Minto

Ellie McAfee

Shaelyn Caragher

Tori Ulin

Kayley Kawano

Claire Gershon

Isabel Ball

Aisling Murran

CREW

Gwen Bradforth

Patty Hashimoto

Calvin Heartfeild

Sam Clark

Caitlin Barr

Emma Br adforth

Poly strives to ensure that each student sees the true concept behind every problem. Not only should a student be able to produce a solution, but he or she also should be able to see the true conceptual knowledge and reasoning behind the problem and the answer. The solution is just as valuable as the journey required to arrive there. Through new teachers and math labs, the Math Oepartement has helped students reach this understanding through comprehensive instruction.

• Freshmen Aaron Tyler, Connor • Henderson, and Dylan Biard v discover the vast world of V math.

A Ms. Dhaliwhallectures her A

• sophomores on statistical data

• • components.

• A group of sophomores V collaborate to correct their v assignments.

v Students in AP Biology measure

V a glucose solution for a lab.

A Juniors Elizabeth McCarthy and Justin A

• Hogan measure different amounts of • denatured proteins for AP Biology.

Whether during a normal class time or the new designated lab period, Poly strives to not only teach science through lecture but also through handson, real-world situations. Poly aids in each student's academic progression through investigation in collaborative projects and experimental labs.

This year the freshman class experienced a wide range of incredible outdoor adventures. Students acquired navigation skills while backpacking through Escalante National Park, learned about California's coastal ecosystems as they hiked and kayaked on Catalina Island, developed skills for sustainable living and went horseback riding on Jameson Ranch, and explored the Sierra Mountain Range while mountain biking and fly fishing in Mammoth. The freshman class developed life-long memories and skills during their trips this year and look forward to the incredible opportunities that Poly's Outdoor Ed program will offer them as sophomores

• • Elisabeth Bogaard saddles up V her horse at Jameson Ranch to V prepare for a fun day of riding.

A Harry Fay and Dylan Biard jump to compete for the frisbee during a fun day of games at Lake Mary on the Mammoth mountain biking trip
(From left to right) Mason Shuckhart, Jeffrey Shepherd, Derek Mayo, and Calvin Heartfield pose on rock formations in Mono Lake

• Justin Olah repels down the face of a V rock after completing a difficult climb in V Joshua Tree.

A Students on the Zion Mountain biking trip <' rejoice at the end of a difficult ride through

the canyon

The sophomore trips provided yet another year of thrilling adventures as students traveled to stunning natural landmarks and built relationships with their peers over campfires This year's trips included biking and hiking through Zion National Park, rock climbing in Joshua Tree, sea kayaking in the Channel Islands, California coastal biking, surfing in Encinitas, backpacking in the High Sierras, and backpacking to the beautiful waterfalls of Havasupai.

The Sophomore class' second year of embarking on Outdoor Ed trips proved to be a success!

This year the majority of Poly's juniors embarked on white water rafting down the Klamath River. The other group of 10 juniors took on the challenge of summiting Mount Whitney. Throughout the trip to the Klamath River, students bonded as they braved through tough rapids, capsized, and cooked together. Every day was filled with a new adventure that made for memories that will last the a lifetime. The trip to Mount Whitney opened up the students' eyes to the wonders of nature. They bonded over the cold weather by the warmth of the fire. Both trips were amazing and have left students nostalgic.

• they wait for their dinner to cook.

/\. Lizzy Shepherd, Natalie Clark, Kate /\. Mcinerny, and Xian Shively smile at : their lunch stop along the Klamath
River.
/\. Jeilani, Ollie, Lauren, Annie, and Ethan smile after a long day of rafting as
/\. Grace Carey, Alina Giapis, and Kate Fogassa take a leap of faith off of a very high cliff on their last full day of rafting
Alina Giapis and Sarah Fay take in the view as they paddle down the Klamath River.

Marisa Guerra

Billy Guzner

Carrie Hashimoto

Students show off their Poly spirit before the first allschool assembly of the year . . . . >>

Yumi Balthazar

Maddy Berger

Alex Bertran

Dylan Biard

Muscaan Birdi

Elisabeth Bogaard

Gwen Bradforth

Luisa Breen

Mady Burke

Matthew Burke

Josh Calichman

Henry D 'amico

Noelle Daves

Gilly Denham

Soya Desai

M ichael Deschenes

Theo Fernandez

Van Fichtner

Stephen Fink

Harry Foy

Claire Gallagher

Jacqueline Garrity

Beau Gillam

Regan Gray

1\ During lunch Sean Liu and Alex Bertran smile with 0 friends in their student section shirts

Freshman girls wait outside of their English class ready to learn

Jordan Hershman

Justin Hershman

Vee Vee Holdsworth

Ben Hudnut

Chase Hult

Maggie Jameson

Olivia Jessner

Sam Johnson-Lacoss

Marielle Kong

Megan Kelleher

Ella Kenny

Olivia Kim

Kylie Kishi, Kate Salembier, and Elizabeth Bogaard walk to the field for a science project.

• ••• ) )

Taryn Kim

Kylie Kishi

Dexter Knaack

Zach Laster

Addie Lillard

Sean Liu

Lucy Liversidge

Ella Mao

Zoey Mao

Derek Mayo

McConnell

Julia Queen

Sophia Ramirez

Aidan Rawlinson

Kate Salembier

Sam Salvati

Elena Saviano

Stuart Sessions

Jeffrey Shepherd

Mason Shuckhart

Anais Singh-Gee

A Thee Fernandez and <' Marielle Kong discuss their • results after the science lab.

Thomas

/'\ Mr. Schmoke's science class studies /'\

• the velocity of a falling tennis ball during their lab.

Kaitlin Min and Aasha Turner are excited to get their first Fun Food Friday

Barker Thompson

Jackson Treister

Liam Unanue

Bea Van der Velde-Kraft

Nick Williamson

Ta lie Wilmans

Spencer Wilson

Caitlin Wu

Austin Wuthrich

Fionn Yapkowitz

Nicky Yoong
Phillip Zhou

The Varsity football team had a very succesful season this year being entirely comprised of juniors and seniors. The Panthers won every game with a large lead heading into CIF. The Panthers came in first in the Prep League and despite a hard loss in CIF finished with a record of 11-1. The 13 experienced seniors on this year's team provided great leadership.

'We were rock so lid this year and I enjoyed living and dying for the boys. We encountered adversity in the league match ups, but thanks to our teams grit we managed to pu ll out a league title!"

-Brady Carter '17

'In my fourth year playing football at Poly, it has only gotten better I have never been closer to any group of individuals in my life as I am with my teammates and I have proud ly watched us all grow into young men. I have received tremendous support from my family (especially my mom) and my friends, and their continued support will never be forgotten or overlooked. Thank you seniors for giving it your all and becoming my brothers throughout our careers at Poly. And remember

'This season was an incredible season. There was really great chemistry between this group of guys and the seniors on this team did a good job of taking on the role as leaders I think I can speak for all of the seniors in saying that Coach Schmoke will forever remain one of the greatest role models in every one of my peers lives. The end of this years season brought forth a lot of emotions in everyone, but I think that even more than everyone will miss p laying the game itself, we will all miss coach Schmoke

Matthew Queen kicks the

ball over the defense to

make the extra point.

Michael Van Citters

James Olson

Matthew Loomis

Cameron McFarlane

Sean Tibay

Zane Behary

Cristian Henderson

Ben Bryson

Graham Olson

Matthew Oueen

Jackson Hayes

Ryan Clayton Front Row:

Jack Wilson

Shane Garrity

William Harison

Tim Pieschala

Josh Hee

Chris Mathews

Patrick Woodsome

Brady Carter Nolan Mathews

Jack Hodgen

Daniel D'Amico

Will McConnell

John Genske

Back Row:

The Poly defence tackles the opposing team's • v running back for a loss of yards. v

Junior Jackson Hayes catches a pass for a

• touchdown against Boron High School for a

• 42-12 win

• Quarterback John Genske

• • throws a pass while left back V Nolan Mathews blocks the V incoming defense.

Volleyball at Poly is a growing e xperience, and this year was certainly that with many new players on the team.The freshman Moos had the courage to become the setters and the outside hitters, a combination that is absolutely unheard of in volleyball. Shafia and Salembier learned to hit right side, Clark began to hit middle, and Johnson started to set all around. They played these positions, which they never played before this season, because it was best for the team This year was about creating "sisterhood," the covenant made at the beginning of the season to always work towards There were the ' mighty mites" - the defensive specia li sts Harvey, Jameson, and Magee - along with the ama z ing hitting duo - Priya and Harper, becoming stronger than anyone e xpected. They did well in league, including beating Chadwick in three games, which has not happened in the recent years at Poly The girls grew together and worked hard together on and off the court Simply, they became a sisterhood.

I loved getting to The girls have always know all the new been supportive. I am freshmen this year and so thankful for all the playing with such a coaches for the great great group of girls! seasons

Lucy Harvey - Maddie Magee

The sisterhood bond that we created was a core part of our season, so strong that it translated off the court

ROSTER

(back row)

Zoe Mao

Kate Salemb ier

Natalie Clark

Holston Harper

Alexis Priya

Ella Mao

(front row )

Maggie Jameson

Lucy Harvey

Sarah Johnson

Morgan Shafia

Maddie Magee

The girls gather enthusiastically in the center of the court after winning a set. showing the tight bond the team has formed throughout the season

v v

A Freshman Maggie Jameson and senior Mddie Magee <' set up and eye the ball as it comes toward them. Their • teammates watch closely, ready to jump in to help if

needed.

• A senior captain Lucy Harvey serves

• the ball dur ing a home game against • V Mayfield. The Panthers celebrated their V victory shorty after

The Poly Dance Team had a fantastic year supporting the various teams at Poly with their enthusiasm and dedication. Under the guidance of Cynthia Crass and Tina Cocumelli, the team worked tirelessly over the summer and into the school year on choreographing a number of original dances and cheers. With the score of new ideas and cheers in their repertoire, the Dance Team brought an energy and spirt to Poly athletics whenever it was needed. By the end of the two athletic seasons together, the bond the team formed was unbreakable

"The Dance Team is a family for which I will always be grateful. Each member brings something different to the team, and I know I can always count on them to brighten my day I'm e xcited to see their accomplishments next year, but will miss them very much."

Natalie Guerra '17

'The Dance Team has been such a huge part of my life and I am beyond grateful to have worked with such inspiring, determined, strong, goofy, and sass y women Through all the laughs, the sobs, the soreness, the silliness, I am proud to be a captain, sister, "grandmother,' to the many girls on this team There 's no bond stronger than ours It's changed who I am, how I view things, and how I conduct myself w ith others. It has helped me cultivate a voice It has helped me grow as a leader and as a w oman It has helped me become more educated. It has helped me feel appreciated, loved, and important Because of this, I am the greater and stronger w oman you see toda y. Words cannot describe how e xtremely fortunate I feel to be a part of this team and I love everyone on it and I w ill never forget my time on the ama z ing Dance Team."

Cindy Luo '17

: Dance team leads a cheer for the V football team at the Fall Tailgate. The V Panthers beat Brentwood 28-14.

ROSTER:

ITop Row, from left)

Rowan Bortz

Katie Stapenhorst

Cindy Luo

Kaylee McCord

Krystal Irwin

Maya Cook

Sophie Blaisdell

(Middle Row, from left)

Henry Bryant

Elena Saviano

Olivia Jessner

Chanel Shen

Mercedes Dobbs

Ava Miralles

Ol ivia Kim

Dallas Cire

(Bottom Row, from left)

Olivia Guerra

Betsy Faker

Marisa Guerra

Natalie Guerra

Lexi Kaii-Ackerman

Kara-Mia Mollura

The Dance team perforns in the halftime show during Poly's game against Boron The Dance Team was taught a mulitude of routines to present for the crowd.

After two arduous and dissapointing seasons for the Panthers, Varsity water polo found the momentum they needed to improve their record. With lots of young talent and strong leadership, Poly was able to finish stronger against other Prep league teams. Despite many injuries throughout the season, the team fought through thick and thin with unwavering determination. The Panther season record was the best in three years, and even though they did not advance into CIF playoffs, Poly water polo can look forward to many successful years in its future

A Junior Ollie Penner sends the ball to the wing

A after earning a save. Ollie stepped up this

• • season to become Poly's starting goalie with

• 169 saves.

• A Captain Matt Arena gets ready to block

• an incoming shot

• • Matt played primarily at set defense, but also served as a utility player.

Sophomore Diego Jaime makes an entry pass to earn an assist. Diego's versatility allowed him to be a formidible set against any team.

BACK ROW:

Richard Berry

Sean MeTigue

Luke Schiedmantle

Matt Arena

Jamal Jaffer

Zealand Mclean

BACK-CENTER ROW:

Charlie Jameson

Greg Evans

Isaac Harris

Jackson Wa lters-McDonald

Ollie Penner

FRONT-CENTER ROW:

Esteban Mendoza

Nick Wuthrich

Joe Masters

Alec Walsh

Diego Jaime

FRONT ROW:

Ethan Liu

Austin Lee

Dean Johnson

Alex Khazra

Sean Liu

''I'm so proud of everything we accomplished on this team together. It's been such a pleasure to play with some of the greatest guys at Poly. Thank you to everyone for all the great memories, and good luck to everyone You're going to kill it next year Go Poly!

Dean Johnson '17

"Playing water polo has been, without a doubt, the best e xperience I've had at Poly I found a home in the pool with Coach Ryan, and this program and the sport has really contributed to the person I am today. I am very proud of this year's team, especially my classmates, and all we have accomplished! "

Isaac Harris '17

' I still can't believe my tenure at Poly water polo is over. The four years I have played in this program have been amazing. I'd like to thank Coach Ryan and my teammates for putting in the effort to make each season fun especially this one. I could not imagine my Poly e xperience w ithout this sport I am e xcited to see what next year's team accomplishes.'

Matt Arena '17

• • • Captain Isaac Harris puts up a shot after a fast break Isaac led the Panthers in V goals scored with 73, averaging three V per game.

The Poly girls golf team improved greatly this year Both Coach Dale Rasmussen and Coach Rebecca Schneider created a positive and competitive environment with an emphasis on working hard to improve everyday This focus would come to foster much success leading to a record of ten wins and two loses, along with being League Go-Champions. With the overwhelming positive culture, the strong play from seniors Angie Liu, League M VP, and Robyn Lee led the team to a wonderful season. The team was even able to make a significant run into the CIF Southern Section playoffs both in the team and individual sections. As the team moves forward , the girls are optimistic about the years to come and look forward to bettering their playoff performance from this past year.

The girls golf team have created a bond between all different grades that helps them work better together and acheive more wins

ROSTER:

(Back- Left to Right)

Chloe Cho

Kat Polyzoides

Lauren Goedde

Ellie Holdsworth

Bianca Murray

Caitlin Barr

Emma Bradforth

Lauren Park

(Front- Left to Right)

Robyn Lee

Angela Liu

Taryn Kim

Muscaan Birdi

A Lauren Park swings her club with all her might <' in order to help her team reach victory

The 2016 cross country team enjoyed an e xciting season of strong leadership, breakout performances, and supersonic times. Many r.unners battled injuries over the course of the season, but both the girls and boys teams performed strongly and consistently throughout the year. Though composed of quite a diverse range of characters, the team bonded over pancake breakfasts, In-N-Out dinners, broomball tournaments, ukelele concerts, and a common contempt for hill and pace workouts Under the leadership of the senior runners and coaches, Caragher, Kiely, Bell, and Zellner, both teams advanced to CIF The girls team went on to finish 17th at State Finals, where junior Xian Shively also qualified as an individual and finished 13th

"The season was full of highs and lows, just like a cross country race "

-Melissa McCarthy '17

"I am so grateful for the community that I've found in the cross country team. I'm really going to miss it "

-Carmen Strassle '17

"I am immensely proud of this team 's accomplishments both on and off the course I know that next fall as I (hopefully) sit in my dorm room in some distant college, I will miss that 3:00-5:00 cross country slot in my daily schedule."

- Aidan Crochetiere '17

Girls Team

Melissa McCarthy

Carmen Strassle

lsa LongoriaValenzuela

Ali Medina

Annie Salvati

Sophie Schleifer

Laura Chin

Martha G luck

Shaya Na imi

Vivian Wheeler

Luisa Breen

Keara Caragher

Gilly Denham

Shannon Dilbeck

Lucy Liversidge

Sophie Phinney

Boys Team

Myles Caldwell

Aidan Crochetiere

Jul ian Lang

Charlie Moltz

Andy Rickert

Jeffrey Silver

Michael Yen

Justin Hogan

Jonathan Liu

Nick Medrano

Xian Shively

Dash Liddi Brown

Harry Liddi Brown

Alber t Lu

Evan Hayes

Sam Salvati

Nicky Yoong

Senior Michael Yen and junior Xian Shively lead the boys Varsity race at Chadwick. Yen finished V in 11th place, while Shively placed second and V acheived a course PRof 17:34.

Senior Melissa McCarthy, junior Sophie Schleifer and senior Carmen Strassle celebrate finishing at Bell- Jeff. Schleifer and Strassle both medaled in the girls' Varsity race and led their team to place third overall

Senior Jeffrey Silver sprints toward the end of the Bell- Jeff course. He finished the race in a blistering 15:51 , shattering the previous school record by 34 seconds.

Over the season, the Varsity tennis team became an extremely tightknit group of girls who stuck together on and off the court. With six freshmen, they had a quite young team. However, both captains noted that even though the girls were younger, they all had prior experience which allowed them to be extremely competitive with their older opponents Finishing second in Prep League along with huge wins against Chadwick !ll-7) and Mayfield (9-9), the girls certainly had a lot to be proud of. Though they weren't able to take CIF this year, the many talented, young players create hope for CIF championships in the years to come.

"The majority of the girls on the team were e xperiencing their first year of Varsity tennis, but they all had a strong foundation of tennis Everyone was confident and played with 110% every time."

- Ashley Wu '18

"We had a pretty young team this year, but the si x freshmen definitely brought a sense of excitement to our practices and matches Coupled with the disciplined veterans, we had a very fun and successful season Since a lot of the girls play tennis outside of school, we also had a lot of skilled players on the team, which made for a strong sense of

• Doubles partners, Elisabeth Bogaard and Tora V Adarkar, high-five after they take a game from V Mayfield.

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Front Row (left to right):

Ashley Wu

Caitlin Wu

Elisabeth Bogaard

Soya Desai

Back Row (left to right):

Anais Singh-Gee

Yumi Balthazar

Noelle Daves

Shalini Haupt

Tora Adarkar

V Co-captain Ashley Wu, a talented net-player, V eagerly waits to put the ball away.

Tora Adarkar expertly volleys a winner down the alley to close out the match, the first of many to come

Yumi Balthazar, a skilled freshman, 0 prepares to hit a kick serve down
the line

With a bundle of new talented freshmen, the boys mostly cruised through their fall. Despite a couple of tough losses, the team never stopped believing in their ability to compete on the field. The dedication they showed each time they took the field has the coaches thrilled about the future of the Varsity program in the next couple of years.

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Top Row :

Coach Santee, Austin Froelich, Jonathan Xie, Trent Steele, Jack Stellwagen, Fionn Yapkowitz, Van Ficthner, Coach Marcus, Thomas McConnelL Jackson Treister, Zach Laster, Robby Wilson, Henry Dean, Coach Nick

Bottom Row :

Ryan Khazrq Dexter Renick, Conor Henderson, Nick RichardCraven, Harry Foy, Henry D'amico, Dylan Biard Wiley Roberts, Aaron Tyler

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Top Row:

Julia Queen

Alina Giapis

Ella Kenny

Ella Cornwell

Jojo Woodruff

Rory Xanders

Coach Prater

Bottom Row:

Jelani Rhone-Collins

Kristin Toyota

Alexa Schlaerth

Maddy Burke

Brennah Bronk

This year's JV girls fought thier way through 5 wins and smiled through 7 losses. Even after a tough defeat, they kept their heads up and believed they would dominate their next game. With the help of Beyonce beats, thier coach kept them focused in practice. The true passion this team had was best showcased through their cheering on of teammates during the games, even scaring other schools in the process.

With many new freshmen on the team, they had a strong season this past year, with few losses and many successes. Throughout the year, they developed a sense of friendship and continued to push each other. Whether in or out of the pool, they supported each other, breaking boundaries across all grades They constantly strengthened each other and made sure everyone had an important role on the team. Making the freshmen also feel included, the upperclassmen made sure to have a competitive attitude while also having fun Overall the boys water polo had a great season and they are looking forward to next year!

V Sophomore Victor Sweezy obtains possession of V the ball during a close home game

The four seniors on the tennis team; Mokena Stimmler, Kate Pener, Sydney Dahiyat, and Nellie Breen gather on the day of their senor game. The orange roses signify their dedication to the team and tennis program.

A A new addition to the JV tennis team this

year, sophomore Isabel MarionSims hustles to

• get to a short ball and win the point

The JV girls tennis team had a great season this past year, while welcoming a new freshman , Cayla Mcfarlane. She proved to be an amazing player, even playing with Varsity tennis for certain games. With only four seniors this year, this is a young team that will see success come in the following years. They were all excited to be a part of the team and win or lose, they were always gracious at the end of their

The girls grew close this year on and off the court. With different bonding activities and team dinners, they came to form close friendships that definitely translated into their play Overall, the team was successful, not only in wins, but also in forming long lasting bonds and friendships.

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(Back Row from Left)

Coach Grace Birkenbeul

Olive O'Beirne

Taylor Stimmler

Rachel Tokofsky

Coach Charlene Beerman

(Front Row from Left)

Charlotte Holder

Aasha Turner

Liana Kaye-Lew

Harper Oreck

Maddy Berger

Coco Angelopolous

The new setter for frosh, Aasha A Turner tips ·the ball for a point. A

Loud and proud was the frosh girls A motto, and they embraced it with their A attiude and cheers.

Coco Angelopolous serves the girls to success with eight aces in a row against Firebaugh

By winter, the students and faculty are getting into the swing of things. As it gets closer to winter break, people begin to relax and students can be found enjoying themselves all around the campus.

• • 2016-17 Student Body President

• Mateo Ortiz leads morning

• v meeting and assembly.

During an assembly, a hypnotist convinces students they have just

won an Academy Award.

Seniors James Valencia, Alex Khazra, Cindy Luo, Julian Lang, Melissa McCarthy, and Dean Johnson relax after their physics

Seniors Jack Wilson and Rijul Garg embrace their friendship.

/\ '

• Lenz. and Ella

show Poly spirit

: before heading off to a pep rally.

Sophomores Laura Chin, Vivian Wheeler,

• Alexa Schlaerth, Annette Lee, Aisling

: Murran, Katie Pieschala, McKenzie Minto,

• and Marcela Becerra eat lunch in the courtyard near the the sophomore patio

Seniors enjoying a Thanksgiving feast organized every year by the senior room parents

/\ Juniors James Olson, Anna Hackel Daria
Ancheta

This year the Girls' Service League hosted "We Are One" to raise money for iThuba Innovation Hub, an organization in South Africa committed to STEM education for girls. The dance performance consisted of original pieces choreographed by the dancers and instructor Danielle Pigneri ranging from ballet to hip-hop to tap dance.

• • Sara Ohta takes the stage in

• • her solo during an all-tap dance routine.

Freshman Aidan Rawlinson performs his first solo in a Poly dance show.

:

: the air while doing the splits.

A group of dancers lift
sophomore Betsy Faker into

Senior Patrick Woodsome strikes

• a fearsome pose in the junglethemed dance.

Beverly Shen performs an : arabesque in her ballet dance

• that she choreographed herself

The entire cast comes on stage at the conclusion of the show in their respective class T-shirts. Twelve freshmen, eighteen sophomores, eleven juniors, and twelve seniors participated in the dance show.

This winter, the Performing Arts Department put on a fantastic performance of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," a lighthearted musical about a group of unique kids who compete in a spelling competition. The actors had a wonderful time working on their individual character development, as well as learning the catchy music. It was held in Poly's Black Box Theatre, and it was directed by Tina Cocumelli.

• Kayley Kawano, Jeilani Rhone-

• Collins, Michael Van Citters, and

• Annie Salvati get ready in the v v makeup room before the show.

A The kids in the spelling bee break

• out singing and dancing to the

song "Life is Pandemonium" about • how much luck is involved in the competition.

• Rona Lisa Peretti (Annie Salvati)
takes the trophy from Chip
Tolentino (Michael Van Citters) when he tries to unrightfully claim it.

Leaf Coneybear !Jamal Jaffer) is escorted off the stage by Midge Mahoney Ueilani Rhone-Collins) when he spells a word incorrectly.

A The cast gathers around William Barfee ¢. (Aiden Rawlinson) after the song "Magic : Foot," a ballad which praises his magical • foot that helps him spell words correctly.

Marcy Park (Kayley Kawano) sings about her myriad of remarkable achievements in her song "I Speak Six Languages."

In February, the junior class cabinet hosted winter formal at the Athletic Garage, with he theme "Knight in Shining Armour." The junior class did an amazing job putting it together. Even though heels were not allowed on the dance floor, students made the most of the evening with OJ Julian Lang busting out great beats. The dance was photographed by Matthew Queen and Ollie Penner. Thanks to the hard work of the junior class, Poly students had an amazing (k)night!

• • Seniors Dylan Rokos and Maya

• Barajas-Taveras are both knights in

• V shining armour and get ready for the v fight!

• • Sophomores Shaya Naimi and V Martha Gluck give Luke Askins a v good luck kiss for the night.

• • enjoy their first formal dance as freshmen

Freshmen Aaron Tyler, Cayla McFarlane,
Regan Gray, Noelle Daves, and Ben Hudnut

History at Poly has long been many students' favorite subject. Freshmen have the opportunity to learn about world cultures such as the Pacific Rim and the Middle East; sophomores focus on European history; junior classes target the history of the United States; and senior electives include varying subjects, such as ethics and international relations .

• • • Mr Franke shows Henry Bryant V the fun in the Western Civ. v

Ms Osborne-Bartucca teaches her senior class about the U.S. Bill of Rights

Ms. Hamilton engages in a • • • •) ) discussion about "The Sympathizer" with her sophomore class.

Jack Wallis expresses his thoughts on the : "Catcher in the Rye" during a harkness • • table in Ms. Leroy's English class. V v

The English Department is dedicated to helping students improve their writing skills. Freshmen read Persepolis, .. sophomores explore world perspectives through novels like Heart of Darkness,.. juniors analyze The Great Gatsby, .. and seniors read .. East of Eden...

Tora Adarkar

Catalina Alonso

Franco Alonso

Emilie Alvarez

Coco Angelopoulos

Mustafa Ansari

Luke Askins

Violette Avouac

Marcela Becerra

Majid Bhatti

Sophie Blaisdell

Alberto Checx::one

laura Chin

Chloe Cho

Maya Cook

Ella Cornwell

Helen Deverell

Sophia Duncan

Ray Fleming

Betsy Faker

Brendan Fang

Justin Fong

Rae Friedman

Austin Froelich

Katriana Galloway

Martha Gluck

A JV football players Jonathan Xie, Austin Froelich, Sheldon Williams, Henry Dean, Jack Stellwagen, Ryan Khazrq and Robby Wilson re-enact Star Wars during an Upper School spirit assembly

Vivian Wheeler and Laura Chin, co-presidents of the Key Club, recruit new members during the Club Fair.

Lucas Humayun

Diego Jaime

Lexi Kaii-Ackerman

Liana Kaye-Lew

Ryan Khazra

lan Kim

Matthew Kim

Miles Krieger

Annette Lee

Austin Lee

Dash Liddi-Brown

Harry Liddi-Brown

Matthew Kim, Victor Swezey, and Austin

Lee head to class after morning meeting.

lan Macleod

Lily Maechling

Desmond Mantle

Isabel MarionSims

Sean MeTigue

Sinjin Mendenhall

McKenzie Minto

Ava Miralles

Aisling Murran

Marc Panossian

Alexis Pappachan

Katie P"reschala

Kat Polyzoides

Brennan Shin

Spencer Sh in

Yale Siegel

Pranay Singh

Kian Soltani

John Stellwagen

Taylor Stimmler <<....

Sophia Duncan, Rachel Tokofsky, Simone Robinson, and Martha Gluck check the club board before getting snacks at Haaga.

A Pranay Singh, Yale Siegel, and Chandler

• Washington grab a slice of pizza after

• the Upper School Club Fair.

Henry Dean, Brendan Fang, Kian Soltani, Harry Liddi-Brown, Robby Wilson, Jonathan Xie, Ryan Khazra, and Justin Fang finish Chemistry during their L period.

• Katriana Galloway, Ella Cornwell, and Charlotte Holder take a break from

• studying during community time.

Vivian Wheeler

Sheldon Williams

Robby Wilson

Josephine Woodruff

Rory Xanders

Jonathan Xie

Michael Yen

Carson Yu

Winning 1st place at the Webb Tournament and 2nd place at the Poly Tournament, the Varsity boys basketball team got the season off to a strong start. With the strong play from Seniors John Genske and Ryan Bowen, the team kept their momentum going throughout the season winning a number of games. The Panthers fought hard in Prep League play and are looking to build on their success for the years to come.

'This season has been fun, fulfilling, and one to remember, no doubt. We have worked really hard this season to play together as a team and are getting better and better everyday.'

-Ryan Bowen '17

'This season has been really successful so far This group of guys is very talented on the court and we have definitely gotten used to one another's tendencies and styles of play after most of have played together for the last two years On top of that, all the guys get along really well off the court and that's made this season even more fun .'

-John Genske '17

• Junior guard Jackson Hayes surveys the defense, V looking for an opportunity to attack.

Ryan Bowen

John Genske

Jackson Hayes

Brendan Fang

James Olson

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Front Row !left to right):
Mateo Taylor
Back Row !left to right):
Nick Tu
Justin Fang
Graham Olson
Nick Richard-Craven

• Brendan Fang finds a hole in the Holy Martyrs' • defense in the championship game of the Poly Tournament

A A Freshman Nick Richard-Craven leads the fast

• break looking ahead for cutting teammates

• • Senior forward Ryan Bowen swings • the ball around the perimeter to his V teammate for the open shot

Poly's Varsity girls basketball team had early success in tournaments, providing them with momentum to carry them through the season. The five returners played a key role in showing the other five freshmen the ropes. Due to the size of the team, the freshmen had to be quick learners and be ready to play against opponents who had three years of experience on them. The small team allowed the girls to form bonds that contributed to their outstanding chemistry on the floor. The skill of the returning players combined with the influx of young talent was a perfect path to a successful season

"Basketball has given me the opportunity to become close with many ama z ing girls that I otherwise wouldn't have hung out with. It's taught me how to become mentally and physically stronger, and I don't consider my Poly education complete without basketball. n

- Jennifer Lu '17

"The basketball program challenged me in ways academics and other aspects of my experience at Poly never could. For the four years I've been on Varsity, each team has been completely different from one season to the next, but regardless of who came and went, I was surrounded by g irls who pushed me to not only play smarter, but also to be a better leader and friend."

- Julianna Lai '17 •

• Alexis Pappachan shows her

• • powerful presence in the post as she grabs a rebound.

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Front Row (left to right):

Shannon Dilbeck

Maddy Berger

Kylie Kishi

Kristin Toyota

Back Row (left to right):

Keara Caragher

Jennifer Lu

Julianna Lai

Sarah Johnson

Alexis Pappachan

Coaches (left to right):

Coach Weber

Coach Parker

Coach Caragher

• Captain Julianna Lai passes the ball to the V post through St. Monica's tough defense.

AA The defense is unable to stop Sarah Johnson,

• • leading scorer for the season, as she drives to

• the basket for the layup

• • Freshman Keara Caragher shoots a

• three-po inter in a game against St .

• V Monica v

Throughout the first few games of this season, the Varsity boys soccer team recovered from losing many valuable seniors last year. With a whole new defense and switching the team's field play from high pressure to low pressure, the boys began to find success in their games The boys have a large roster comprised of mainly seniors, allowing them to shift the focus of their game from physicality to pure skill. Overall, the boys show promise in their season with leadership from many experienced players and a renewed fervor for victory.

Senior left-midfielder Alex Khazra traps the ball

• just outside South Pasadena's penalty box before

• • looking to pass to center mid Will McConnell.

• Senior goalie Josh Hee clears the ball down-field. Josh has played on varsity for three of his four years playing soccer.

BACK ROW:

Coach Doug Jolly

Matt Alison

Will McConnell

Alex Khazra

Alec Walsh

Zealand Mclean

James Valencia

Alex Clark

Charlie Molz

Matthew Oueen

Brady Carter

Coach Birkenbeuel

Coach Caesar

FRONT ROW:

Ryan Khazra

Jack Babcock

Clay Hillenburg

Austin Lee

Senior Brady Carter scans upfield and searches for an open teammate. ( ROSTER

Josh Hee

Charlie Jameson

Evan Hayes

Michael Hatch

Victor Swezey

Aaron Tyler

Josh Calichman

• • • Senior James Valencia dribbles toward a South Pasadena defender

• Valencia has been a driving force for V the offense along with senior Matt V Alison.

With a team composed of 16 underclassmen, the girls Varsity soccer team competed to develop an impressive preseason record of 3-0-1 The team won their bracket during the Best in the West Tournament in early December, foreshadowing a promising season Despite losing 10 seniors, this year's team has developed an unparalled camaraderie which has enhanced the girls' drive to win and their commitment to the team. Head coach Pat Gray and assistant coaches Heidi Strauss and Jamie Bell look forward to watching their players grow as both athletes and students throughout the course of the 2017 season

"It's been a great four years plaing on the Varsity girls soccer team. I couldn 't have asked for a better team to spend my last season with. I've loved every minute of it, and I have my coaches and teammates to thank for that "

- Nellie Breen '17

'I was thrilled to get my chance, as a senior on our girls Varsity soccer team, to lead a group of girls with a track record of such profound success When the winter season came around for the last time, I knew that I had to cherish every bit of it This team has been such an integral part of my Poly e xperience and I want to thank the girls, Coach Pat and Coach Heidi for making it such a memorable last season I will miss you dearly.'

- Jessica Lopez '17

• • Sophomore Vivian Wheeler wins a tackle during the V team's third game of the year against FSHA The final v score was 1-1.

• Midfielder Sophie Schleifer dribbles the ball

• up the center of the field before passing to

• V forwards during a counter-attack against V Monrovia High School.

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Front Row (lef t to r ight):

Mckenna Velasco

Viv ian Wheeler

Maggie Jameson

Jessica Lopez

Simone Robinson

Sophia Duncan

Oge Ogbogu

Catalina Alonso

Back Row (left to right):

Coach Heidi Strauss

Sarah Fay

Sophie Schleifer

Regan Gray

Nellie Breen

Cayla McFarlane

Annie Hodgen

Martha Gluck

Coach Pat Gray

Coach Jamie Bell

A Sophomore Martha Gluck challenges a 0 player from Monrovia High School during the • team's second game of the season. Poly won • 3-0.

Girls water polo at Poly has been an emerging sport the past few years. With many new additions to the team this year, the Varsity team was poised to have a great season. With wins against their two Prep League rivals, Westridge and Mayfield, and an almost undefeated Prep League season, the Poly girls were fierce competitors in the water. Fast friendship were made, and the team spirit carried them through CIF playoffs to winning the CIF Division 5 Championship Game against Xavier Prep. Overall, the girls water polo team had an amazing season, and the Poly community is looking forward to what next year brings!

' This season has been awesome so far. We have a really close team and we can always rely on each other both in and out of the pool. We are doing so amazing and I am so proud of how far we have come '

- Colleen Woo '17

'I am super proud of all the girls on the team this season! Everyone has been working really hard and giving their all in practices and in games. We knew that creating a strong bond between the girls was really important going into the season especially since our team has girls in every grade. The cohesiveness of the team is definitely apparent in competitions and is responsible for a lot of the success we have had this season."

- Kate Penner '17

'I couldn't have asked for a better team to play with my senior year Every single girl played with strength and enthusiasm. This year was special to me because with help with new e xperienced players and strong senior leadership we were able to always as a team and not individuals. Throughout the season we celebrated our victories and fought through the tough times while staying positive and cohesive Overall it was an amazing season "

- Lucy Harvey '17

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Back Row !left to right):

Natalie Clark

Kate Penner

Kelly Gallagher

Kate Mcinerny

Lucy Harvey

Morgan Shafia

Ella Cornwell

Front Row (left to right):

Talie Wilmans

Megan Kelleher

Lily Maechling

Colleen Woo

Shaya Naimi

Kate Fogassa

Not Pictured:

Coach Ryan

Coach Reaves

Coach Joe

Coach Jennifer

Junior Natalie Clark looking for the shot to catapult • Poly into the lead in their game against Mayfield.

Polytechnic's Varisty girls water polo team after winning the CIF Division 5 Championship game!

• Junior Kate Mcinerny preserves the

lead with a magnificient save

Led by determined coaches and strong upperclassmen, the 2016 fencing team enjoyed many accomplishments throughout their fall and winter seasons. Highlights of these seasons included bringing back several bronze medals and trophies from open foil tournaments, three ahtletes earning prestigious E rankings, and bonding on Lake Avenue during "Captain's Practices " However, beyond winning trophies and setting records, one fencer commented that the most memorable aspect of the sport was simply the friendships that were forged.

"Fencing - the only sport where stabbing your opponent is not only allowed, but encouraged "

-Mark Xu '17

"The best part about being on any sports team is getting to know people you'd otherwise probably never meet Fencing has given me some of my best friends at Poly!"

- Shivani Chatterjee '18

"One of the best things about the fencing team is that it's about so much more than fencing It might sound cheesy, but we really are a family ."

- Jack Darling '19

Sophomore Annette Lee and junior

Ale xandra Patzakis practice tournament

drills Lee earned her first-ever E rating

this season, joining seniors Mark Xu and V Michael Hatch. V

• Sophomores Desmond Mantle, Jack Darling, Yale

• Siegel, Matt Kim, and Spencer Shin celebrate

• completing a tournament The underclassmen have V• been particularly strong this year, giving Poly hope V for the future of the program.

Seniors Michael Hatch and Mark Xu spar in preparation for a tournament Both fencers, along with sophomore Annette Lee, helped coach the novice team

Front row (left to right): Patty Hashimoto, Maya Barajas-Tavera, Elizabeth McCarthy, Alexandra Patzakis, Annette Lee, Shivani Chatterjee, Rory O'Neill, Addie Lillard, Marielle Kong, Carrie Hashimoto

Middle row: Barker Thompson, Julian Cardenas, ian Kim, Renzo Soatto, Desmond Mantle, Matt Kim, Michael Hatch, Domini Sayeed, Gwen Hashimoto, Mark Xu, Theo Fernandez, Jacqueline Garrity

Back row : Jordan Hershman, Chase Hult, Majid Bhatti, Jack Darling, Beau Gillam, Derek Mayo, Lucas Demitriades, Spencer Shin, Carson Yu, Yale Siegel, Paul Soulanille, Sam Johnson-Lacoss

Not Pictured: Lucas Humayun, Ethan Liu

Coaches: Laura Holmgren, Jeffrey Gin

Despite losing many players, the JV boys basketball team had a successful season. Returners played a crucial role and were expected to step up to fill the holes left by their teammates. Though many of the boys were put into positions they were unexperienced in, they worked well together, which led to the team's many victories. New talent from freshmen gives the Panthers hope for another exciting season next year.

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Left to right:

Coach Over

Cole Swanson

Spencer Shin

Justin Olah

Mark Panossian

Jesse Miller

Jackson Triester

Michael Deschenes

Matt Kim

Coach Jack

This year, the frosh-soph boys basketball team enjoyed an exciting season filled with hard work, many victories, and excellent teamwork. With the help of skilled new freshmen, the Panthers pulled through tough losses and celebrated their wins. Their positive attitudes created an upbeat environment that made every practice and game a welcome break from the rigorous demands and stress of schoolwork. With continuous hard work and optimistic attitudes, the team members hold great potential to be future JV and Varsity players.

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Front Row !left to right):

Trent Steele

Brennan Shin

Austin Froelich

Nick Williamson

Dexter Knaack

Lux Blum

Back Row Heft to right):

Coach Jack

Billy Guzner

Robby Wilson

Harry Foy

Spencer Wilson

Jeffrey Shepherd

Henry D'Amico

Sam Salvati

Coach Shephard

The JV boys soccer team had a great year. The team was full of fun and camaraderie on the field. During practice, they took their skills to the next level with the help of their two coaches by working on defensive skills, connecting the ball, and striking on goal. Starting off at different levels, the boys spent time molding into a team on and off the field. Win or lose, the JV boys soccer team always finished with a passion for the sport and for each other.

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(Front row from left)

Mateo OrtizAmbrosio

Kamy Chong

(Second row from left)

Dash Liddi-Brown

Stuart Sessions

Turner Thompson

Zach Laster

Sinjin Mendenhall

Thomas McConnell

Van Fichtner

Richard Terrile

(Coaches)

Laura Marion

Kristine Nakada

!Third Row from left)

Dylan Biard

Mason Shuckhart

Austin Wuthrich

Albert Checcone

Justin Hogan

Renzo Soatto

Justin Hershman

Henry Dean

Henry Bryant

Michael Yen

Ben Hudnut

Kevin Tyson

Luke Askins

!Fourth row from left)

Charles Horn

lan Macleod

Nick Medrano

Albert Lu

The JV girls soccer team had a successful and fun season. Despite finishing many games with a tie, the girls worked hard during practices to improve their skills. With the help of their two coaches, they worked on foundation skills such as ball control, shooting, connecting passes, and movement. Over the season, the girls shared many laughs and bonded over pizza lunches, Christmas sock exchanges, and cookie baking parties. When not working on the field, they spent afternoons running to Lacy Park together or examining videos of professionals.

Coach

Carmen Strassle

Rory Xanders

McKenzie Minto

Alina Giapis

Turner Johnson

Tori Ulin

Helen Deverell

Isabel MarionSims

Emily Huntsman

Melissa McCarthy

Mokena Stimmler

Coach Grace Birkenbeuel

(Front row from left)

Alexa Schlaerth

Aasha Turner

Luisa Breen

Gilly Denham

Sydney Dahiyat

Maya Flannery

Lucy Liversidge

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(Back row from left)
Charlene Beerman "Coachie"

The girls JV water polo team got a lot of determined new players, which led to an exciting, undefeated season. Both in and out of the pool, the girls demonstrated camaradery and sportsmanship, exemplifying the undeniable spirit of Poly sports teams. Through tough practices and competitive games, the girls grew as players while creating stronger bonds.

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(Back Row from Left)

Taylor Stimmler

Ella Kenney

Kat Polyzoides

Olive O'Beirne

Coach Eric Reeves

(Front Row from Left)

Sofia Ceva

Bea Van der Velde-Craft

Bianca Murray

!Not Pictured)

Coach Jennifer Thayer

Coach Joseph Arredondo

Harper Oreck

Violette Avouac

Bea Van der Velde-Craft fights off a defender to keep possession of the ball.

Violette Avouac and Taylor Stimmler

Spring presents the beginning of a new semester, the start of Rivalry Week events, and the rising anticipation of summer vacation. As students get into the swing of the new year, the Poly campus radiates an evolved sense of Panther pride, and students begin to challenge themselves through new academic, athletic, and extra-curricular endeavours. Poly's unique sense of community during spring is fostered by the growth of the students

• (From left to right) Sophomores

• Annie Hodgen, Lily Maechling, : Taylor Stimmler, and Rae Friedman lunch and join each other for L Period.

Junior Paul Soulanille joins freshmen
Nicholas Richard-Craven, Thomas : McConnell, Evan Hayes, Wiley
Roberts, and Sam Salvati in a game of chess during L Period.
Freshmen Ella Mao and Zoey Mao grab lunch and head to their G Period class.

Senior Will McConnell challenges classmate Rijul Garg during a pick-up basketball game on the senior patio.

A Debate team members convene in ':' the library after school to prepare for

• their upcoming tournament at Harvard

University.

Seniors Dean Johnson, JT Tsuchiya, and : Nikhil Adarkar play video games on the

• senior patio during lunch

PASC members

Shivani Chatterjee and Tom Amsbry visit the AP Studio

Art exhibit in the Boswell Gallery

What is your favorite thing about Poly?

I love the relationship between students and teachers, and how the teachers are always looking to help each individual. I also love that in Science classes we do more experiments instead of only studying out of a textbook. What are some things you miss about your home?

That's a hard question. I am having such a good time here, but I do miss the small town I live in and being able to walk everywhere.

What do you want to do before you go back?

I don't want to do anything special before I go back, except for taking all possible opportunities and build strong friendships.

What's your favorite class at Poly?

I like all classes at Poly the same, I can't choose my favorite!

This fall, Poly welcomed latest addition to our AFS program. Traveling all the way from the small town of Cornuda, Italy, Caterina has enjoyed the warm Los Angeles weather, and is excited to spend the rest of the year with the Poly Community.

"I really appreciate everything the Poly community has done for me, and I'm going to miss everyone so much."

/\ Poly student Harper Oreck, among other

parents and students, had the opportunity

• to meet and discuss with Viet Thanh

• Nguyen about his prize-winning novel: The Sympathizer.

Poly's Global Initiatives Program has remained a student favorite since its start. The program allows students to explore and immerse themselves in different cultures from around the world. From Cuba to France, the Global Initiatives Program has given students the opportunity to experience the differences among cultures, and to participate in activities and discussions to reflect upon those immersions.

This year, Poly students had the privilege of experiencing a private concert with Mr. Masauko.

The Tech Crew, also known as "Techies," are the masterminds behind the scenes for every production Poly has to offer. They control the sound effects and lighting in productions, morning meetings, and assemblies. Also, in their packed workshops behind the stage, they create props with precise measurements and design. Their consistent effort and creativity place finishing touches on the elaborate productions and assemblies.

• The Tech Crew discusses their v stage plan for the next production, V "Young Frankenstein".

The "Techies" hard work is reflected

• through the intricately made tables

• • and walls in the Fall play "Museum" •

• The precise Calvin Heartfield v carefully designs a prop for the V upcoming production.

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Mission Statement: The Poly Arts Students Council (P ASC) supports the school credo, mission statement, and the philosophy of both Polytechnic School and the Arts departments (Performing and Visuall. The council's focus is to promote the Arts program at Poly through raising awareness on-and off-campus of events and activities, to create new opportunities for students in the arts, and to interface with the Poly and non -Poly community.

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Poly is fortunate to have a group of extremely talented musicians on campus. Throughout the year, their beautiful talents are showcased in various shows such as Cabaret evenings, winter concerts, and school assemblies. With the help of our highly skilled musical teachers, the Vocal Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Orchestra had a fantastic year of improving their skills, learning new techniques, and sharing their music with the Poly community

• Mr

• • Band

V Jazz Concert v

Rob Hayes conducts the Jazz
at the annual Upper School
The vocal ensemble, accompanied by Mr Alan Geier, perform the song "Petit Enfant" at the Winter Concert.
A Clay Hillenburg, Jack Wallis, JD Cundieff, and Peter Denham perform : at a student organized arts event in
early December.

• Senior Maya Barajas-Tavera accompanies the Jazz

• Band at the Upper School concert in early January.

• Winter Concert

The Upper School Orchestra, conducted by Ms Megan Foley, finish the piece, II Junkman Rag II by Luckey Roberts at the annual Upper School musical performance.

A Senior Angela Liu performs IISiciliennell on her flute at the Upper School

he Advanced Art class has been hard at work completing many different and intricate paintings nd drawings for an exhibition at Poly.

If you've ever seen the scene in Mad Max where lmmortan Joe stands over a groveling crowd of grotesque, water-starved humans, lording out the region's scarce water supply from high upon his sandstone roost, you will understand The Paw Print's role on campus From within the walls of our opulent Pub-rom palace, we expertly dispense knowledge to the pleading masses, enlightening their previously ignorant minds with each perfect publ ication. Under our adroit guidance, we have piloted the Paw Print to unprecedented perfection, a state of being that many are now referring to as journalistic Nirvana. We reject this coinage The Paw Print transcends the entire lexicon of the human endeavor, to attempt to define our greatness with mere words is to call Bel's glimmering platinum hair blonde," is to call Mr. Feldmeth's commitment to Poly good."

The Paw Print does not ask what Poly can do for it nor what it can do for Poly because the Paw Print does not need to ask a question to know the answer. Indeed we only bother with interviews because we are gracious enough to indulge simple minded interviewees in the preposterous notion that they are actually telling us something we don't already know Such is the generosity of our organization. If you, the reader, are to have one takeaway from reading this, it is everything, because the Paw Print is the Word and the Word is truth

"

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This spring, the Poly Performing Arts Program presented "Young Frankenstein·; a musical based on Mel Brooks' classic comedy The student cast of 48, directed and choreographed by Tina Cocumelli , Cynthia Crass, Danielle Pigneri, and Alan Geier, successfully crafted a monster of a hit. The story follows Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the late Victor Frankenstein who terrorized Transylvania with the creation of his monster. Young Frankenstein is the age-old story of a father who gives his son the tools, not to mention the transplanted brain, and most importantly the tap dance skills to succeed in a hostile world. With the arrival of Frederick's fiance and the escape of his monster, Transylvania becomes engulfed in terror, panic, song , and dance. This year,s musical was especially important to the cast and directors because it was Mr Geier,s final musical after four decades of musicals at Poly

• Frau Blucher (Rhone-Collins) meets Igor

• • (Crochetierel, Frederick Ua fferl, and lnga V (Barajas-Tavera) at the entrance of Castle V Frankenstein

• • experiencing unexpected turbulence, V werewolf attacks, and yodeling.

Frederick knees Mr. Hilltop (D'Amico) in the groin to display the differences between involuntary and voluntary nerve impulses
• lnga, Frederick, and Igor take a hayride
to Castle Frankenstein along the way

The monster (Ortiz Ambrosio) attacks the defenseless Frederick Frankenstein !Jaffer) after his escape from the castle.

A A Inspector Kemp (Van Citters) leads an angry

• mob of Transylvanian villagers after Frederick

• • Frankenstein and his monster

Igor (Crochetiere) attempts to mask the screams of the escaped monster by performing the Transylvania Mania.

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CAST

Emilie Alvarez

Ella Ancheta

Justin Auh

Yumi Balthazar

Maya Barajas-Tavera

Maddie Berger

Sophie Blaisdell

Henry Bryant

Katie Callero

Shaelyn Caragher

Aidan Crochetiere

Henry D'Amico

Sarah Fay

Theo Fernandez

Claire Gershon

Martha Gluck

Marisa Guerra

Olivia Guerra

Daniel Halsted

Holston Harper

Jamal Jaffer

Ethan Johnson

Kayley Kawano

Ella Kenny

Olivia Kim

Taryn Kim

Erica Lee

Addison Lillard

Lucy Liversidge

Jessica Lopez

Ellie McAfee

Cayla McFarlane

Ava Miralles

Jodie O'Connor

Rory O'Neill

Justin Olah

Katie Pieschala

Mateo Ortiz Ambrosio

Sophia Ramirez

Jeilani Rhone·Collins

Kate Salembier

Anne Salvati

Katherine Stapenhorst

Cole Swanson

Kristin Toyota

Michael Van Otters

Caitlin Wu

Fionn Yapkowitz

The Visual Arts is one of Poly's many opportunities that offers students a chance to exercise their non-academic passions. This year, students had the option to participate in various classes, including ceramics, enameling, film production, and many more. By taking a visual arts class, students are able to freely express their creative minds while also being guided on technique by skilled teachers. Driven by their artistic passions, the Boswell art building is often full of kids working on their projects during their free time.

• • Senior Matthew Roychowdhury

• works on a watercolor piece

• V during AP Studio Art.

v

A
A Seniors Gwen Hashimoto and • • Matilda Burke work on pieces
during their AP Studio Art class
• Junior Ethan Dean throws a • • vase on the potters wheel in v ceramics, one of his favorite V classes.

In Mandarin class, seniors Kate Penner, • Maya Flannery, and Kamy Chong : and junior lan D'elia have fun making v traditional Chinese decorations. V

A Spanish Ill students have a laugh while

• • doing some grammar practice with

• Sra. Rodriguez-Duran •

Senora Patricia Levin works on resolving a question regarding el Subjuntivo for sophomore Katie Pieschala in her Spanish Ill class. Next year, these students will have a choice between continuing on to Spanish IV or AP Spanish Language, an equivalent level course with AP pacing.

Class cheers echo throughout the hallways. A rush of white, blue, black, and pink everywhere on campus. Rivalry Week is the epitome of class spirit and healthy competition between grades. However, within the competition to be crowned the winner of Rivalry Week, the Poly Upper School comes together as one. This year 's Rivalry Week was not only a week but spanned the whole month of March, and with new events mixed in with traditional ones such as twin trivia, the cup game, and bottle toss, the stakes were high for ga ining glory. Thanks to the ASB, the Poly Upper School had a fantastic Rivalry Month!

• • Senior twins Nolan and Chris

• Mathews show their twintelepathy off v by both writing the same paragraph V as the answer to an ASB question.

• Sophomores Chandler Washington

and Justin

A Sophomo re Catalina Alonso and Junior A
Natalie Clark look for a good shot as
they battle it out during dodgeball.
Fang impress the Upper School wth their dance moves.

• Seniors Jesse Evans and Lem Thyret (a.k.a

• • Evince and Big LCT) bring down the house during the karaoke competition.

A Juniors celebrate with an easy and well <' deserved win against the freshmen during : flag-tag

Freshmen Bianca Murray, Luisa

• Breen, Aidan Rawlinson, Regan

• Gray, Marissa Guerra, Gilly

• • Denham, and Rory O'Neill look pretty in pink on the first day of Rivalry Week!

• Seniors demolish the juniors during the

final round of dodgeball.

• the water slide which, thanks to the

• seniors, Poly Upper School was able to

enjoy

• : Juniors Sarah Fay and Kate • Fogassa celebrate their class'

v V theme dress up.

A lsa Longoria -Valenzuela rockets down
'70s

• Shaya Naimi slides down Arden Lawn

• • in a daring effort to overtake the junior v V class.

A Coco Angelopoulos, Jojo Woodruff, Rory <' Xanders, and Charlote Holder make an

• appearance in all black to support the • • sophomore class.

A Freshman Luisa Breen and Senior Emily Huntsman show that grade-

• level rivaly does not ruin a great : friendship.

Tom Amsbry

Ella Ancheta

Jack Babcock

Isabel Ball

Caitlin Barr

Zane Behary

Diego Blanco

Emma Bradforth

Ben Bryson

Grayse Carey

lan D'Eiia

Ethan Dean

Lucas Demetriades

Jaylen Dove

Ty Evans

Alina Giapis

Brad Goedde

Lauren Goedde

Anna Hackel

Jeff Haegelin

Danny Halsted

Holston Harper

Jackson Hayes

Randy Heartfield

Christian Henderson

• •

• McKenna Velasco, Sarah Fay, Ali Ulin, Alina Giapis, and Grace Carey say "cheese" during lunch

Tom Amsbry, Danny Halsted, and Mateo Taylor get into character in their Halloween costumes.

Ethan Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Turner Johnson

Ma x Krasnoperov

Susannah Laster

Daria Lenz

Ethan Liu

Jonathan Liu

Isabella Longoria- Valenzuela

Matthew Loomis

Joe Masters

Eli z abeth McAfee

A group of juniors strike a pose in the middle of a study session on the junior patio . . . . >>

Elizabeth McCarthy

Cameron McFarlane

Kate Mcinerny Alexandra Medina

Nicolas Medrano

Esteban Mendoza

Carol ine Mi ller

Jesse M iller

Graham Olson

James Olson

Cameron Smith

Paul Soulan ille

Mateo Taylor

Richard Te rrile

Jonathan The in

Turner Thompson

Sakura Thompson

during community time.

Liam Rawlinson
/\ Krystal Irwin and Ellie /\
Holdsworth study for a test

A group of juniors are all excited to • start the school year!

Sophie Schleifer, Turner Johnson, Jack Wallis, and Sakura Thompson have a quick study session during lunch

A group of juniors laugh and talk together on the junior patio during lunch, just as they do everyday.

Mckenna Velasco

Jack Wallis

Jackson Walters-McDonald

Jack Wet zel

George Whitford

Ashley Wu

Nicholas Wuthrich

Lukas Zmuidzinas

This year's Varsity boys baseball team kicked off the season by facing a series of challenging opponents. The team, primarily composed of underclassmen, looked to seniors Jack Wilson, Shane Garrity, and Peter Denham to guide them through the season with their expertise. Despite a difficult first few games, the determination, passion, and perseverance of each athlete contributed greatly to the team's overall success Students have worked together as a unit to overcome obstacles, work hard, and play to their best abilities. Led by Coaches Steve Beerman and Santee Vallejo, the boys continue to hone their teamwork skills on and off the field.

' I'm so proud to be a part of this team. As a senior, my number one goal is to be the best teammate and leader I can be. The ups and downs of the beginning of the season have brought us even closer together, and I couldn't ask for better teammates for my last Poly season " Denham '17

"This season has been a great e xperience for me We have a good mi x of personalities and a lot of talent Despite the fact we have a lot of young players, everyone works hard in practice and has a will to win now I will always remember how we responded to a rough start and bonded as teammates.'

- Shane Garrity '17

"We had a coaching change about three weeks into the season and ever since that our team has a completely different identity We have a plethora of talent and 18 guys on the roster, so the sky is our limit As one of three seniors however, I have had to assume a leadership role amongst the coaching changes With only one team, it is especially important for all of us to bond and grow close wi th one another even though we have all four classes represented. '

- Jack Wislon '17

Matt Loomis seeks yet another strikeout against Mark Keppel in the team's second game of the season.

Front Row

Dylan Biard

Trent Steele

Terrence Evans

Shane Garrity

Billy Guzner

Jackson Hayes

Matthew Queen

Robby Wilson

Back Row (left to right):

Sean McTigue

Ryan Clayton

Peter Denham

Sean Tibay

Joseph Masters

Franco Alonso

Matthew Loomis

Jack Wilson

Vangel Fichtner

Ben Bryson

Not Pictured:

Coach Steve Beerman

Coach Santee Vallejo

Coach Fransisco Chavez

(left to right):

• Focused and determinded, Senior leader Jack

• Wilson steps up to the plate, ready to drive

V the ball through the gap.

Junior Matt Queen's pitching contributes to Poly's 8-0 victory and 10 stickouts over Rio Hondo Preparatory School.

A Catcher Sean MeTique who is <' a defensive wall behind the plate,

warms up the pitcher

With the addition of three new freshmen and the return of almost all of last year's roster, the Poly softball team was determined to continue to defy expectations Despite setbacks such as constant injuries, rescheduled games, and undersized orange pants, the team never lost their drive to play hard and win. As one player commented, the vibrant chemistry between players made the season fun day in and day out. And with such a young team, the future for Poly softball looks brighter than ever.

As the starting first baseman and shortstop, as well as some of the most powerful hitters in the lineup, the cont ri butions of sophomores Ella Cornwell (left) and Catal ina Alonso (bottom) were often the difference between victory and defeat

"I am beyond happy to have been involved with this amazing softball team because the girls are full of love and passion for each other and the team. The team grows stronger every year, and I cannot e xpress my gratitude enough for being able to be part of this team throughout my Poly experience "

'17

• Sophomore Brennah Bronk prepares to pitch in

• the top of the third against Ramona Convent. In

• addition to leading the Panthers as their starting V pitcher, Bronk was also one of the team's most V feared hitters (as the swim team can confirm)

Sophomore Vivian Wheeler throws the ball in from left field. As the other half of Poly's legendary pitching duo, the starting left fielder , and the leadoff batter, Wheeler's impeccable work ethic and infectuous smile led her team to many victories.

ROSTER

Back row !left to right): Coach Jenny Bond, Coach Alex Bryndzia, Tora Adarkar, Maddie Magee, Rory Xanders, Ella Cornwell, Ali Ulin, Brennah Bronk, Catalina Alonso, Coach Grace Birkenbeuel

Front row !left to right): Gilly Denham, Megan Kelleher, Jacqueline Garrity, Vivian Wheeler, Laura Chin

This year's track and field team has continued to compete as a dominant force in the Prep League The remarkable leadership skills of seniors Jessica Lopez, Chris Mathews, and Jeffrey Silver have guided the young team through a successful season. Upon attending the Maurice Greene Invitational Track Meet in Westlake Village, five students PR'ed, while freshmen Oge Ogbogu and Jackson Treister and sophomore Ella Cornwell placed first in the 200m, long jump, and shot put, respectively. Although track and field is often presented as an individual sport, the success of Poly's team can be attributed to the camaraderie between athletes.

'The last four years of track have been so enjoyable because of my awesome teammates and coaches Although track is normally thought of as an individual sport, it has actually brought people of very different athletic backgrounds together onto one team. Also, during my high school track e xperience the boys team has won league every year, and winning is pretty fun .'

"Track and field has become a big "I think that my time on the Poly

part of my life and as a senior, track team has been some of the I am so privileged to be able to most fulfilling of my high school lead the team this year Although career All of the coaches are it is widely considered as an individual sport, there is a strong emphasis on team mentality As a sprinter and a jumper, I have grown to love how challenging it is to work all season and improve by tenths of a second or a couple inches I'm thankful for my coaches and my teammates who have supported me and who will continue to support me as a college track and field athlete."

- Jessica Lopez '17

fantastic at helping e ver yone find and begin to master an event in which they'll succeed and are always e xtremely supportive The team is full of great people who all genuinely care about accomplishing their o w n personal goals while supporting teammates' goals at the same time Thanks to these amazing coaches and teammates, my e xperience on the Poly track team has been incredibly valuable to me and has taught me lessons that I w ill carry w ith me for the rest of my life.'

- Chris Mathews '17

Junior Justin Hogan finishes his pole vault approach run at the team's meet at South Pasadena High School.

Silver '17
(left to right):
right):

: Senior Brady Carter hands off the baton to • junior Cameron McFarlane during the 4x 100 V at the team's third Prep League track meet of V the season

(From left to right) Liam Rawlinson, Justin Fang, Nolan Mathews, Maxim Krasnoperov, Brady Carter, Zane Behary, Jackson Treister, and Cameron McFarlane at their third Prep League meet at South Pasadena High School.

A Xian Shively, Jeffrey Silver and Sarah Johnson prepare for the 3200m and • 4x lOOm, respectively

The Varsity Boys Volleyball team put out a formidable squad this year. With the influx of new talent alongside five returning seniors, the team was a force to be reckoned with. Though the team was plague with injury and illness early on in the season, the team put together a strong showing at the annual Providence High School Volleyball Tournment alongside much success in the Prep League, winning many hard fought sets. The team will miss their strong seniors next year, but the younger players on the team have learned a lot and are hopeful for the future.

Jonathan Thein and Graham Olson get big for the block.

Front Row !left to right):

Coach Charlie

Coach Katrina

John Genske

Graham Olson

Matt Allison

Jonathan Thein

Richard Berry

James Olson

Coach Prater

Back Row !left to

Will McConnell

JT Tsuchiya

Dexter Renick

Senior outside hitter John Genske eyes the ball as he goes up for the swing.
right):

• Jonathan Thein reaches to block a mis-hit ball

• flying over the net. Jonathan Thein stepped up

V big when Senior setter Will McConnell was V sick.

The twin towers, James and Graham Olson, work together to block a high-flying outside hitter

The Poly boy's Varsity enjoyed yet another successful season this year. With four returning seniors and the addition of new talented young players, the boys had big wins against Prep, Buckley, and Webb. Even though golf is an individual sport, the boys were able to come together and grow as a team. Once again for the seventh year in a row, the Poly boy's team brought home the Mystic Niblik trophy for beating Flintridge Prep at the Altadena Golf Course.

,,

"Going into this year, I was "Over the last four years of being nervous about our team after on the golf team, I have learned losing three starters, but our so much and have been a part of new players have stepped many memorable experiences. This up Looking forward, our team year, everyone on the team has still has plenty of obstacles if exceeded my expectations. Beyond simply scoring well, we have we hope to win league, but supported and encouraged each with this group of players, I'm other throughout the season and confident we will defend our have grown to be great friends. title." can't wait to see how everyone

-Charlie Foy 18' continues to improve next year!" 17'

"This past season has been a truly amazing experience and has perfectly summed up how amazing my past four years at Poly have been. The coaches and players each were truly committed to every match and we played with our heart and had so much success and had a winning season. Also my teammates and I each had a special bond and made the golf team really close and almost like family."

-Michael Hatch 17'

ROSTER:

(Left to Right)

Coach Dale Rasmussen

Christian Henderson

Nick Faker

Harry Foy

Jack Babcock

Michael Hatch

Jack Deschenes

Charlie Jameson

William Harrison

Nicolas Medrano

Zachary Laster

Charlie Foy

Phillip Zhou

Coach Craig Shepherd

Over the season, the Varsity swim team showed strength in all areas of the pool. From relays to individual events, there were a numerous amount of personal bests. The team was always there for each other during practice and behind the b locks People were constantly cheering their teammates on and helping cheer them up before their races The team also had a substantial amount of people qualify for CIF. The season as a whole was one of the best, creating many long-lasting bonds between the swimmers inside and outside of the pool and an abundance of best times among everyone on the team.

'I' m so proud of e ve r y th ing w e a ccompli shed on thi s t eam together It's been such a plea sure to swi m w ith some of the greatest gu ys and gals at Pol y. Thank y ou to ever yone for all the grea t memor ie s, and good luck to e ve r yo ne You all inspire me, and you 're going to ki ll it next y ear Go Pol y !.

- Dean Johnson '17

' I'm so proud to be a part of thi s team A s a senior, my number one g oa l is to be the best rol e model and teammate a s I can be b y con stantl y encouraging and motivating the y ounger sw imme rs and sho w ing them that they can be better through hard w ork I loved being abl e to represent th is t eam. Go Pol y! - Gabby Maarse '1 7

Junior Tom Amsbry does a twist in the air off of Poly's one meter springboard.

ROSTER

Front Row (left

Tom Amsbry

Liam Unanue

Lily Maechling

Elisabeth Bogaard

Kate Fogassa

Shaya Na im i

Sofia Ceva

Calvin Heartfield

Ben Sm ith

Sean Liu

Middle Row (left to right):

Alex Bertran

Austin Wuthrich

Morgan Shaf ia

Natalie Clark

Susannah Laster

Lizzy Shepherd

Grace Carey

Nick Wuthrich

Olive O'Beirne

Back Row !left to right):

Brennan Shin

Austin Lee

Pranay Singh

Gabby Maarse

Dean Johnson

Ollie Penner

Alec Walsh

Bradley Goedde

to right):
Coaches:

• Co-captain Gabby Maarse takes a powerful V breastroke stroke on the Varsity girls stellar V 200 Medley Relay

Three Poly swimmers, Elisabeth Bogaard, Grace Carey, and Natalie Clark, dive in to swim the 200 yard freestyle against three of Prep's swimmers.

A Daria Lenz prepares to enter the <' water after completeing her flip

with little to no splash

Poly tennis continued its dominance on the court with another solid season in the spring. Quickly overcoming a loss of six veteran seniors, the Panthers jumped to a 6-1 record by spring break, ranking them eighth in divison two. Knowing the challenges they would face, the team grew from the first practice, restructuring their double teams and integrating new ambitious freshmen into singles matches. A phenomenal work ethic has propelled the Panthers past all expectations, and the young team will have many strong seasons to look forward to in the future.

A Captain Jack Fleming practices his backhand A before a match against Chadwick. Jack's

• • aptitude on the court has led to many victories

• during his tenure.

Captain Nikhil Adarkar volleys with his opponent before their match begins.
Sophomore Carson Yu returns a serve to win the point against a Mark Keppel player in singles, taking the set.

' Being on the team the past four years has been a great experience, but this year was very special. Meeting all the new freshmen who would be ioining the team, and watching the team come together was a great experience. On a more general note, throughout my four years I learned many valua ble skills, and forged new friendships.'

-N ikhil Adarkar '17

Given the fact that less than half of our team consists of returning tennis players, I was pretty apprehensive going into this year's season. Luckil y, this turned out to be an entirely unwarranted sentiment. The boys we added to our team are not only excellent tennis players, but exemplary people. Their substantial contributions have been much appreciated and I'm enormously proud of the season we've had thus far. Nikhil and I w illl be sad to bid farewall to Poly tennis, but we have no doubt that this team will continue to thrive in the years to come '

ROASTER

BACK ROW:

Turner Thompson

Jack Fleming

Ray Fleming

Carson Yu

Nicky Yoong

FRONT ROW:

Wally Corngold

Spencer Wilson

Will Robles

Renzo Soatto

This year, the Poly badminton team was lead by new coach Alistair Casey. His extensive e xperience on the San Gabriel Valley Badminton Club team as well as coaching in the 2016 Olympic games, has proven to be beneficial to the team's success. One of their most exciting matches was against rival Nogales High School. Although Poly was down early in the match, the team came togethe r and was able to pull out a win thanks to a tiebreaker from # 1 mixed doubles team, Jon Wong and Jennifer Lu. It is evident that the team works hard for each other and Coach Alistair becomes increasingly proud of them with each practice and match

"Badminton is always the highlight of my year at Poly The team is always made up of enthusiastic players that likes to work hard and have fun."

- Sophia Terrile '17

"Does

this have to be meaningful or can it be funny?''

- Jon Wong '17

A new freshman on the team this year, Michael Deschenes practices hard, always ready for a hard hit.

ROSTER

Front Row !left to right):

Caterina Rocco

Li ana Kaye-Lew

Olivia Jensen

Muscaan Birdi

Alexa Schlaerth

Beverly Shen

Sophia Terrile

Jesse Clem

Jennifer Lu

Back Row !left to right):

Randy Heartfield

Richard Terrile

Miles Krieger

Beau Gilliam

Ako Ndefo-Haven

Paul Soulanille

Julian Lang

Michael Deschenes

Chase Hult

Jon Wong

Not pictured:

Betsy Faker

Coach Alistair Casey

Coach Lisa Caragher

• Aka Ndefo-Haven, a sophomore, sets up for

ACaterina Rocco, Poly's AFS student this year, • discovers her love for badminton

AA Senior Julian Lang warms : up before the first game

• of the season. •

The JV boys soccer team had a great year. The team was full of fun and camaraderie on the field. During practice, they took their skills to the next level with the help of their two coaches by working on defensive skills, connecting the ball, and striking on goal. Starting off at different levels, the boys spent time molding into a team on and off the field. Win or lose, the JV boys soccer team always finished with a passion for the sport and for each other.

ROSTER

(Front row from left)

Mateo OrtizAmbrosio

Kamy Chong

(Second row from left)

Dash Liddi-Brown

Stuart Sessions

Turner Thompson

Zach Laster

Sinjin Mendenhall

Thomas McConnell

Van Fichtner

Richard Terrile

!Coaches)

Laura Marion

Kristine Nakada

Dylan Biard

Mason Shuckhart

Austin Wuthrich

Albert Checcone

Justin Hogan

Renzo Soatto

Justin Hershman

Henry Dean

Henry Bryant

Michael Yen

Ben Hudnut

Kevin Tyson

Luke Askins

(Fourth row from left)

Charles Horn

lan Macleod

Nick Medrano

Albert Lu

!Third Row from left)

The JV girls soccer team had a successful and fun season. Despite finishing many games with a tie, the girls worked hard during practices to improve their skills. With the help their two coaches, they worke foundation skills such as ball contr , shooting, connecting passes, and movement. Over the season, the shared many laughs and bonde over pizza lunches, Christmas soc exchanges, and cookie baking parties. When not working on the field, they spent afternoons running to Lacy Park together or examining videos of professionals.

Luisa Breen

Gilly Denham

Sydney Dahiyat

Maya Flannery

Lucy Liversidge

Freshman Marielle Kong practices shoulder and midsection

mobility with a PVC pipe

A Aisling Murran practices her form for the Romanian Deadlift

• Coach Sheldon emphasizes the

• importance of form over weight in order to avoid injury

Austin Froelich pumps some mad iron after school. Froelich has done weightlifting with the football team earlier in the season

Jack Fleming

Natalie Guerra

Lucy Harvey

Gwen Hashimoto

Josh Hee

Jack Hodgen

Charlie Jameson

Kelcey Logan

Cindy Luo

Gabby Maarse

Melissa McCarthy

Zealand Mclean

Charlie Molz

Leigh Samuels

Luke Scheddemantle

Jeffrey Silver

Carmen Strassle

Ryan Bowen

Shoe Caragher

Sydney Dahiyat

Peter Denham

James Valencia

Jack Wilson

Mark Xu

Princess Autumn Lundy

Senior Autumn Lundy was a Rose Princess on the Royal Court in the 99th Tournament of Roses Parade. She was selected based upon a combination of qualities, including public speaking ability, poise, academic achievement, and community and school involvement. The Royal Court attended nearly 100 community and media functions, acting as ambassadors of the Association and the Pasadena community at large. Their reign culminated on Jan. 2, with the 128th Rose Parade and the 103rd Rose Bowl Game. Autumn is a role model, serving as co-president of the Black Student Union, an ambassador, active volunteer in our community, and a leader of the girls Varsity soccer team. She is sweet and very approachable and is always seen with a smile on her face. As much time as it took to represent the community, Autumn was composed and didn't let the stress of missing school get to her We are proud of you, Autumn!

May God bless you and expand your boundaries!

May His hand be with you and keep you alwaysftom harm. from 1ChronLcles 4:10

Jullanna, we are so proud of the curtous, generous, passLonate woman

you have become. %%'

Kayley T. Kawana

To Stand with Expression, To Move with Purposefulness, Is the Spirit of a Dancer. To Commit to Each Verse, To Speak with Passion, Is the Heart of an Actor.

To Open Your Mind to the World, With Conviction, Your Only Companion, Is the Inspiration of a Singer.

With all that is in your Heart, Mind, Soul, embrace the fabulous world stage that is beyond Poly. As always, we will be cheering from the front row.

Dad, Mom, Kelsey, Karina, Gong Gong, Po Po, Grandpa and Nana

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Hello Olive,

We have always been amazed by your endurance and courage. We knew you were special since the day you were born.

You have the will and determination to do amazing things in your future. You're ready to take the next steps in your life independently.

We are so proud of you.

Love, Mom and Dad

Thank you!

Jennifer Lu

COngratu ons !

W ',e Iov'e you so much and are very proud o f you . ovD• d, Oliv1 . and Teddy)

KEEP THE WIND IN YOUR HAIR AND THE SUN ON YOUR FACE AS YOU CONTINUE TO TACKLE LIFE WITH YOUR STRONG SPIRIT, SPARKLE AND SENSE OF ADVENTURE.

CONGRATULATIONS

LUCY LOVE, MOM, DAD, CAROLINE &PRESTON

You certainly have accomplished a lot since this photo was taken.

Kate Penner- we are tremendously proud of you.

Love, Mom & Dad

CONGRADULATIONS, [RICA!

WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH, AND WE HOPE YOU SUCCEED IN EVERYTHING YOU DO. LET THE REST Of YOUR LIFE BE FULL Of JOY, LOVE AND HAPPINESS.

LOVE, DAD, MOM, AUSTIN, AND TIFFANY

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Congratulations, JT! We will watch in amazement and with joy as you continue to create your wonder- filled life.

WE LOVE YOU, Mom, Dad and Allie

MICHAEL YEN

From silly to serious, champion to Eagle, we couldn't be more proud of you, Love Mom, Dad, and Jon

Shalini (Ladoo, Shalu),

What a delight it has been to watch you grow! You have blossomed into an adorable, kind, bold young woman! We could not be more proud of you!

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Claire, We love you so much, and areso proud ofyou! Congratulations! Mom, Dad and Sam

Katie,

Words can't explain how proud we are of you! Graduation is "another turning point, a fork stuck in the road. Time grabs you by the wrist directs you where to go. So make the best of this test, and don't ask why. It's not a question, but a lesson leaned in time. It's something unpredictable, but in the end it's right, we hope you have the time of your life."

KENA KAY

We couldn't be more proud of you! Congratulations on an unbelievable four years at Poly. We are so excited for your next journey. We love you very much!

Mom & Dad Taylor, Jackson & Hudson

Congratulations! We are very proud of you. Since you could speak you've been very curious about everything and we hope you keep up the fire to serve you well and make a difference. As you seek answers remember these words from Steve Jobs: "Much of what I stumbled into by following my curiosity and intuition turned out to be priceless later on."

Love Dad, Mom and Allison

Congratulations G-1·eg!

You make u s so very prou d. Go em brace you1· a1nazing future!

We love you sweeth eart, Moma11dDad

Congratulations Dean! We love you and are so proud of you.

XO, Mom, Dad, Juliet, and Snickers

Jack, we are proud of your accomplishments and the man you are becoming. As you go confidently in the direction of your dreams, as Thoreau suggests, we believe your biggest achievements and our proudest moments are yet to be.

Love, Mom, Dad, Justine & Robby

We are so proud of you and the person you have become. You are intelligent and ambitious, always guided by compassion and kindness. You are full of energy, fun and love of life. Above all, you are a young man of deep character- with a strong internal compass that will serve you well in the years to come. Because of this, we know that no matter what the future holds, you will live it with integrity, courage and humor.

We love you so much, Mom, Dad and Sam

"With great power, there must also come - great responsibility." Go save the world! So much love, Mom, Dad, Kayla, and David

''What lies behind you and what lies in front of you pales in comparison to what lies inside of you."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

We love you!

Love Dad, Mom, Liz & Teddy

Congratulations on all your achievements!

We love the fire in your belly and smile on your face. We are so proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad.

Dear Gabz,

Continue to be true to yourself. We are so proud of you, and your 14 years at Poly! The sky is the limit!

We love you so much!

Mom, Dad, Oliver and Jake

Congratulations Jack. We love you and admire who you are becoming. Keep stretching for the horizon.

Dearest Nicholas-

Congratulations! We are so, so proud of you! From the moment you came into our lives, we have loved every second with you, and we can't wait to see what you do next. You'll be great, and the world is lucky to have you! We love you Nield

With much love, admiration, and cheering, Mom, Dad, Betsy, and Derek

Emily Huntsman

Emi ly,

We are so proud of the amazing woman that you have become. We are in awe of your courage, intelligence, perseverance and integrity. As you go out to make your way in the world, always remember that your family loves and cherishes you.

Mom, Dad, Katie, and the pup-pups

Dearest Jessica:

We are so proud of you and of everything you have accon1plished in your lifetime. You have so 1nuch to offer, including your passion for life, your advocacy for the things you believe in, your warm, personality, and your amazing athletic skills. We look forward to your bright future, as you set out in the world to inspire others with loyalty, devotion, integrity and pride. Look out for our Dominican/Argentine butterfly!

Mom, Dad, Christopher, Ashley, Abuelito Sergio, Abuelita Debora, AbuelitaAna, TiaAna, Uncle John, Uncle Ron, Uncle Ryan, Mari, Elena, Stuart and}ames

Congratulations Charlie!

We love you very much.

Love, Mom, Dad & Ollie

I couldn•t be prouder to call you my brother, Charlie. I only hope that one day 1•11 be as kind, as funny, and as blond as you. Congratulations!!

Love, Emma

''TRUST

IN GOD I BUT TIE YOUR CAMfU"

-PROPHET MUHAMMED

ACTING I BAKING I DANCING I SINGING I SPITCHirYING I PlAYING SPORTS, AROUND: YOU MAKE OUR HEARTS HAPPY. CAN'T WAIT TO SIT WHAT COMES NEXT! CONGRATUlATIONS! MAMA, 4800, lAllA AND THE WHO[ rAM

To our yrecious Maya, We are amazed eacli day by tlie beautifu(, bri(fiant, comyassionate & courageous Woman you liave grown to be.

Witli immense yride & unbrid(ed (ove, Te queremos mucliisimo, Jtma & 'Payi & your entire adoring fami(y

Pat,

I am so proud of the guy that you have grown into and even 1nore proud to be your big brother and I am looking forward to many more good times with you as brothers and best friends. Continue to work hard and have fun in College Bro!

Daniel

Patrick,

Words cannot express how much I love you.

I am so blessed to have you in my life. It has been an amazing experience seeing you grow from a beautiful, happy baby into a handsome, charming and respectful young man.

I am so proud of your hard work and dedication to be the very best you can be. Anything you put your 1nind to you will achieve.

I look forward to seeing you continue your academic and athletic discipline in College. I love you my Mushka!

xoxo}en

Brady (aka Bradoodle aka Bubbadoo!),

You have always been our free spirited, light hearted, on-the -run kid. From an early age, you made your own way through the Carter Family in light of your older siblings.

More than anything, you've always been full of surprises. As a little kid, you went through endless fads- the cheeseburger phase, the Michael Vicki Eagles fan phase, the "sexy" phase, the tennis phase, the rip off pants phase, the "I Heart Boobies" wristbands phase, the exotic pencils from China phase, the Razr phone phase we could go on up to today with your newfound love of cars and dedication to Chubbies as your sole shorts brand. But throughout it all, you also managed to be the guy who can make anyone smile, an accomplished athlete, a big -hearted friend and an amazing scholar Congratulations on making the role of third child look easy!

Thank you for not only achieving, but also always exceeding our expectations and brightening our days. We especially enjoyed watching your leadership shine this football season. You've been an amazing kid and we look forward to seeing you grow and take over the world.

We love you!

Calay Amparo Hudnut

and when you rise, let you rise like a bird, joyfully

and when you fall, let you fall like a leaf, gracefully, without regrets I and when you sit, let you sit like a mouptain, solidly

and when you stand, let you stand like a tree, strong and tall, "'/"'f.' .. and when you lie, let you lie like a lake, peacefully, calm and still, and when you cry, let you cry like a river lowingly

and when you laugh, let you laugh like the clouds, fight and fre'e you work like a bee, whole-heartedly, and when you play, le .v

CORGR.ATULATIORS

Class of 2017!

Neelanjit Dhaliwal

Julia Di Cicco

Ann Diederich

The fun and respected Mr. Zellner prepares for his next English class.

Tom Allard

Colin Allen

Gary Almonte

Linda Babcock

Michael Babcock

John Bakaly

Robin Barnes

Charlene Beerman

Steve Beerman

Jamie Bell

Maite Bernath

Arnor Bieltvedt

John Bracker

Gillian Bush

Lisa Caragher

Rick Caragher

Leslie Carmell

Patrick Carpenter

Oscar Cervantes

Rudy Chavarria

Shing- Yi Chiu

Tina Cocumelli

Rachel Countryman

Cynthia Crass

Katrina Damasco

Julia Davis

Nora de Mesa

A New teachers Mrs. Lily Shang and Ms. 0 Neelanjit Dhaliwal enjoy their first Poly

Club Fair

A group of teachers enjoy the first ,morning meeting of the new school year.

Amanda Edwards

Jonathan Fay

Gregory Feldmeth

Michelle Feynman

Jennifer Fleischer

Laura Fleming

Craig Fletcher

Megan Foley

Michael Franke

Stuart Freed

Cynthia Garcia-Dehbozorgi

Alan Geier

Mr. Richard Sherrell instructs the tech crew on how to assemble props for the next production.

Jennifer Godwin-Minto

Patrick Gray

Brad Hall

Grace Hamilton

Rob Hayes

Farid Hernandez

lnes Hernandez

Laura Holmgren

Charity Hume

Keith Huyssoon

Melon Jaich

Doug Jolly

Kevin Jones

Ryan Katsuyama

Marge Kenny

Owen Kiely

Susie Kim

Sheena Klimoski

Aidyn Kulick

Marcy Kwitny

Renee Larios

Serra Leroy

Patricia Levin

Kvit Limkrailassiri

Frances Lyons

Laura Marion

Sally Jeanne McKenna

Jose Melgoza

Robert Mikels

Stephanie Monteleone

Kristen Osborne-Bartucca

Lawrence Zellner

Garine Zetlian

Danielle Pigneri

Jack Prater

Rachel Pringle

Mark Rosie

Andrea Rasmussen

Dale Rasmussen

Feli x Reyes

Thomas Sale

Allan Schaefer

Christopher Schmoke

Katie Schul

Ying Shang

Richard Sherrell

Amy Stout

l:ieidi Strauss

Patty Tsai -Thurlow

Garret Tyau

Armelle Webster

Derek Weisel

Gary Wert

Richard White

Laurianne Williams

Aquita Winslow

David Yamaoka

John Yen

Assistant to the Upper School Director - Ryder Livingston
Assistant Head of School and Global Online Academy Site Director - Greg Feldmeth
Assistant to the Head of School - Cheryl Flores
College Counseling Administrative Assistant - lnes Asturias
Upper School Attendance Coordinator - Catharine Stebbins
College Counseling - Mark Rosie, Garine Zetlian
Upper School Psychologist - Dr. John Bakaly
Upper School Counselor - Andrea RasmusseA
Assistant Head of School - Sharon Thompson
Communications Department - Jennifer Godwin Minto, Michelle Feynman, Director Leslie Carmell
School Manager - Barbara Bishop
Operations Department - Director Dale Rasmussen, Operations Coordinator Barbara Bohr, Gary Wert, Flex Reyes, Guillermo Moreno, Gary Almonte, Rudy Chavarria, Oscar Cervantes, Ruben Almonte, Manager of Safety and Sustainability: Dave Yamaoka
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- September Glover, Director Marcy Kwitny
Human Resources Department - Back Row: Director Sean Dwyer, Jeffrey Munoz, Candace Veasey.
Front Row : Nora DeMesa, Kathy Phung.
Not Pictured: Rene Garcia
Director of Summer and Extended Day Programs; Upper School Mathematics - Jonathan Fay
Chief Financial Officer - Keith Huyssoon

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the people who work selflessly behind the scenes to create a clean and safe environment for learning, and growing at Polytechnic School. Even though we do not always say it, we genuinely appreciate how much you support us.

With sincere gratitude, The Classes of 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020

Transition Coordinator, Systems and Procedures - Rachel Countryman

Advancement Department

Haley Lundquist

Kristen Hampton

Gretel Corso

Director Colin Allen

Elizabeth Shdo

Amanda Edwards

Greg O'Leary

Not Pictured:

Linda Babcock

Katherine Vieser

Security Attendant - Kevin Jones
Athletic Department - Back Row: Ro 6 Mikels, Katrina Damasco, Sheldon Williams, Lisa Cargher, Thomas Sale, Brad Hall, Front Row : Heidi Strauss, Jamie Bell, Charlene Beerman, Wayne Ellis, Director Steve Beerman
Admission Department - Bobbie Jo Dobbs, Sally Jeanne McKenna, Jeffrey Munoz, Kate Austin, Kara Ramirez
Back Row: Richard Terrile, Justin Olah, Charlie Jameson, Dean Johnson, Mateo Taylor, Aus tin Froelich. Second Row: Kate Fogassa, McKenna Velasco, Grace Corey.
Front Row: Lauro Chin , Taylor Stimmler, McKenzie Minto, Soph ia Duncan, Maggie Jameson, Kylie Kishi.

A t Pol y, our narrati v e flo w s in man y different d irections, t w isti ng and turn ing throughout our y ears here. O v er t im e, our sto r y e v ol v es, coalesc ing int o the di v ine ephemeral beaut y of the y earboo k. Sometimes, triese changes al t er the cou rse of our liv es, bu t st ill go un not iced. This book hopes to capture those evolutions, as we hope that y ou will look back and see ho w w e al l ha v e g ro w n

Whe ther you were learning something new and e xciting in one of your classes, r:ela xing on y our patio , or playing th e sports you love, these four years have changed you w hether you realize it or not At Oakleaves, we hope to ensure that yo u w ill never forg et where you start e d and how for you have come.

Oakleaves wil l never be a four man job, however, and as such we ore so thankful for our hard w orking and dedicated staff. Creating the book w ouldn 't be possibl e w itho ut y o ur tr e mendous contributions and sacr ifices made in order to complete t ll is p roject, and fo r that w e are indeb t ed to yo u

The y earbook o w e s so much to our edi t or , Jenn ifer God w in Min t o , w ho has pro v ided un w a v ering enthusiasm, in v aluab le insigh t and cruc ial gu idance throughout the y ear. W ithout her, thi s book w ou ld be v o id o f the v ibrant lif e th a t she b ri ngs t o it w ith her pos iti v e attitude. More than ju st an editor, M s Minto is an ad v isor and abo v e al l, a fr iend.

We w o ul d li ke to e xte nd o ur gra titu de to our Bal f o ur pub lish ing repre senta ti v e, Core y M un d w il er, w ho has given us di rect io n a nd worked wi th us f ro m th e beg innin g. Your pa ti e nce a nd de di ca ti on to our st aff ha s ensured the success of th is book . W e w o ul d al so like t o th a nk the Dire ct o r of Communica ti ons, Leslie Carmel I, for proofreading our pages and impro v ing our w riting Your insigh t ha s ma d e t he book come ali v e on e v er y page.

To our jun ior ed itor s; good luck next y ear , w e bel ie ve y ou'll make a ki ll e r b ook.

Finall y, Th e st a ff wou ld li ke to th a nk and honor o ur ded ica t e d senio r edito rs. Bot h Dean and C harl ie ha v e been a dr iv ing force beh ind th e Yeorbook for th e pas t t hr ee y ears. The ir crea ti vit y a nd inf luence ha ve impacted e v er y indi v idual on the Oa k lea v es staff, and the con sist en t hard w ork and effort the y ha v e put in ha s culminated into a w onderful book. Good Luck in college bo ys !

Since rel y, Charlie Ja me son '17

Dea n Jo hnson '17

Kate Fogassa '18

Mateo Ta y lor '18

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Fay, Jonathan, Fay, Sarah. Feldmeth, Greg Fernandez, Theo Feynrnan Md-elle F1chtner, Van. F,rk, Stepi-en Flannery, Maya Fle1scl-er Jenn1fer Fleming, Jack Flem1ng, Ray Flores, Cheryl. Fogassa, Kate Faker Betsy Faker Nd, _ Foley, Megan. Fang, Brendan Fang Jushn. Fay Charl1e Foy Harry fr1edman, Rae

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Rhone-Collins, Jeilani 28, 51, 62, 107, 116

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"My last nine years at Poly have brought me some of the most rewarding e xperiences of my life From swimming in the Pacific off Catalina Island, to debating the e xistence of infinity, to folding origami , and arguing math in court cases, every e xperience with Poly students and faculty alike have deepened my love for education. I have built relationships with so many members of the Poly community tfiat I will take with me no matter where I go I can only hope to find another school community as vivacious and passionate as this one Thank you for a wonderful nine years."

- Derek Weisel

"When I reflect on my 38 years at Poly, the word which comes to mind is gratitude. I am grateful to the institution for hiring a green twenty-five year old would -be music teacher Poly is where I have grown up professionally, literally where I have learned to be a teacher I am grateful to the heads of school under whom I have served: John Bergen, Mike Babcock Sarah Levine, Debbie Reed and John Bracker. I am so grateful to my colleagues, especially my soulmates in the Performing Arts Department I have learned so much from working with you And, last but not least, thanks to Poly's incredible students, you have so inspired me over the years: singers in my vocal ensembles, cast and crew members as well as P-it Dwe lers in the Musicals, chamber musicians, Music History nintFi graders, Escalante backpackers. You have all enriched my life more than you can know!"

-Alan Geir

"After 13 years as an English teacher at Poly, my mind turns to what I will leave behind. I hope I will be remembered as someone who taught with fierce passion, who loved her students, supported her colleagues, challenged easy thinking, and never quite fit in "

-Julia Davis

"When people ask me what makes Poly special, I always talk about the abundant opportunities for transformative growth that the school offers its students. As I reflect on leaving Poly, I can't help but think that the same is true for us as faculty My work with Poly students has taken me to West Africa and China, to the summit of Mt Whitney, and to a deeper understanding of myself as a teacher and a person. What I will miss most about Poly are the people I have known here, passionate colleagues, brilliant students, and lifelong friends When I leave, I will be very sad and profoundly grateful. "

- Cotter Donnell

"These past thirteen years at Polytechnic School have been formative for me both personally and professionally The relationships I have built with colleagues and students will endure, and the e xperiences I have hEld both in t classroom ana outside of it, have made me the educator I am toda y. Partnership for Success! has touched my heart and my soul, and I am proud to have played a part in the growth of that program as I have grown myself For the last four years I have also had the pleasure of seeing Poly through the e y es of a parent, and I will always cherish the impact this place has had on the life of my stepson and our entire family It is with a heavy heart that I turn the page and end this wonderful cha15ter. in lTlJ:: life. To all of my former students, always remember that Pol y is Fl0t a. pr e ration for life .this is your life! Make the very best of it.'

- Gillian Bush

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