The Hill - The Magazine of Rothesay Netherwood School | Winter/Spring 2023

THE HILL THE MAGAZINE OF ROTHESAY NETHERWOOD SCHOOL

WINTER / SPRING 2023

RNS is Going Places We’re a small school with a great BIG global reach.

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The Head’s Letter

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Hill Highlights

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RNS is Going Places

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Merit Scholars | Medara Akpan ’24 & Riley Sampson ’24

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Student Voices | Sarah Hale ’23 & Johnny Wu Peng ’27

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Familiar Faces | Mark Colwell & Dolores Young

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Amazing Alumni | George Harrington ’05 & Harriet Wennberg ’03

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Gatherings

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Leading the Way | Jack Stephen ’74

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Community members like Sanshiro Tsuda ’23, Mr. Sébastien Chauzu, Ella Gaudet ’25, Mrs. Dayna Van Doleweerd, and Eva Klokockova ’24 all contribute to Rothesay Netherwood School’s impressive global reach.

The Hill is published twice a year by Rothesay Netherwood School for alumni, students, parents, grandparents, and friends of the school.

Rothesay Netherwood School 40 College Hill Road Rothesay, NB, E2E 5H1 Tel: 506-847-8224 Fax: 506-848-0851 Web: rns.cc Head of School Paul McLellan | Paul.McLellan@rns.cc

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The Donor Report

Editors Jennifer Roos | Jennifer.Roos@rns.cc Heather MacLean | Heather.MacLean@rns.cc

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Class Notes

Class Notes Editor Nic Carhart | Nic.Carhart@rns.cc

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In Passing

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Upcoming Events

Photography: Andrew Finlay, Denis Duquette, Javier Ibarra Larrinaga ’08, and members of the RNS community.

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EDITOR’S NOTE

By Jennifer Roos, Communications Manager Rothesay, NB is a small town of about 35km2 with a population just shy of 12,000 people. It’s also one of the safest towns in Canada, and we’re proud to call this place home.

So, yes, it’s true that Rothesay Netherwood School is a small school in a small town. But while we might be small in size, RNS has a big reputation worldwide and a great big global reach.

We’re fortunate to have students like Sanshiro Tsuda ’23 from Japan and Eva Klokockova ’24 from the Czech Republic who travel the globe (no small feat, these days) Artwork by to attend RNS for our world-class International Bella Chang ’24 Baccalaureate Programme and comprehensive boarding and co-curricular programs. We have talented faculty like Mr. Sébastien Chauzu, who hails from France and brings not only an impeccable accent and command of the language to the Hill but adds authentic French culture to our Modern Languages Department.

Mrs. Dayna Van Doleweerd, a dedicated member of our Enrolment Management team, shares the RNS Experience in international markets and recruits outstanding students who enrich RNS with a myriad of cultures, traditions, and languages. And we have adventurous students like Ella Gaudet ’25 from Quispamsis, NB who take advantage of international exchange opportunities made available through our affiliation with Round Square. (Read about her trip to Germany on page 7.)

We offer weekend trips in Canada and the United States, and recently sent a group of student delegates to the UK for the Round Square International Conference (learn more on page 8). RNS is also very proud to have a vibrant network of 5,000 alumni living and working around the world. In this issue, you’ll meet Harriet Wennberg ’03 who works in London, England for a charity founded by King Charles III (page 25) and George Harrington ’05, whose journey has taken him to live and work in Amsterdam, the Netherlands (page 24).

Head to Class Notes (p.44) to find out what your fellow classmates have been up to and learn more about our exciting Memorial Chapel renovation in honour of Rev. Jim Golding ’56 to accommodate our growing community. This issue also features our annual Donor Report (p.30), which provides us with an opportunity to extend a truly heartfelt thank you to all RNS supporters. We couldn’t do it without you!

Flip through the pages of your magazine and get a glimpse of the global impact our small school has on the big, wide world. RNS is, indeed, going places!

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THE HEAD’S LETTER

MAKING OUR MARK ON THE WORLD STAGE

By Paul McLellan, Head of School

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ecently, Kathleen and I had the privilege to travel to London, England, where I attended the Round Square Heads’ Symposium. This conference included school leaders from 200 schools across 50 countries and six continents. For a few days, I had the pleasure of participating in a world-class conference, just as our students did when they visited Oxford in the fall. Like our students, I was excited to discuss important topics with peers while enjoying diversity on a truly global scale.

The opening keynote at the conference was Owen Eastwood, a Brit with roots in New Zealand, specifically with the Māori people. He is one of the world’s top performance coaches. His message was so simple, but on point and relevant as we try to help our communities make sense of the pandemic and, more importantly, seek opportunities to improve and move forward. Eastwood spoke about the importance of creating belonging to build culture in our communities.

We are so blessed to be one of 20 schools in Canada that are part of Round Square, an international organization committed to student leadership, conferences, and exchanges. Membership in organizations like Round Square ensures that our students experience more when it comes to unique and exceptional programs.

He gave me a lot to think about when it comes to intentionally creating a welcoming environment and belonging for all members of the RNS community, especially our alumni. We are making good progress, but more work is still needed. Thank you for participating in our recent alumni survey; your valuable contributions will make a difference.

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The theme of this edition of the magazine is ”RNS is Going Places,” and that could not be more true for our students, faculty and staff, and alumni. Our community is a dynamic and impressive one, but we need the support of everyone to guide our students and equip them with the skills and confidence they will require to make their mark in the world.

for this work has been made in memory of our dear friend, Rev. Jim Golding ’56. If you would like to support this important project, please reach out to me or Rob Beatty.

I hope to see you soon. Enjoy the issue.

In closing, I want to inform you that work is underway to expand the seating capacity in our chapel to 350. As our school grows, we need to invest in infrastructure that supports our mission, vision, and values.

Construction is taking place over the next eight months, and your support is required. The lead gift

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Our community is a dynamic and impressive one, but we need the support of everyone to guide our students and equip them with the skills and confidence they will require to make their mark in the world.”

Work is underway to expand seating for our growing community and to make Memorial Chapel accessible. As these architect renderings show, a commercial lift will be added as well as an expanded balcony seating area. The new exterior section will be clad in brick to match the rest of the building.

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Building Community Through RNS Traditions and Events

by MEGAN LEUNG & MATT O’NEIL | 2022-2023 HEAD PREFECTS We are so fortunate to have been able to host events that haven’t been possible for the past three years. As Head Prefects, we are grateful to have been part of them. Since September, the school has participated in Interhouse Day, workshops hosted on the Day of National Truth and Reconciliation, Breast Cancer Awareness Day, and the Festival of the Arts.

Rebuilding the community has been the main theme that drives the events and activities that our Grade 12 Prefects and Stewards plan and lead. To us, this has involved bringing back RNS traditions such as themed dances, spirit games, and our most recent 94th Annual Carol Service and Dinner.

be filled with as much, if not more excitement. All of this builds on the efforts of the Prefect group to strengthen the community at RNS. This year, the school has provided more opportunities for the student body such as Round Councils, the Youth 4 Youth Committee, B.L.I.S.S. Club (Build, Lead, Inspire, Succeed, and Stand Out), R.I.S.E. Club (Resist Injustice, Seek Equality), and our Gender Sexuality Alliance. Additionally, with the recent arrival of Dr. Laura McMackin ’03 on campus and consistent efforts from our Wellness Centre, our student body is able to explore and express their identities while receiving support.

As a school, we have taken on the goal of rebuilding community on the Hill, which was impacted by COVID-19. Restoring pre-pandemic events has been exciting for both students and faculty. We are halfway through the school year and have had such a strong go thus far, from sports to the musical. The arrival of 2023 and the second half of the year will

Our newest initiative is supporting the Teen Resource Centre with math tutoring while students and faculty serve meals at Outflow Saint John. February has brought Winter Carnival planned by the Grade 11s, Black History Month, and the Multicultural Fair.

Now we look forward to April and the 32nd Annual RugbyFest. See you there!

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On Exchange in Germany

by ELLA GAUDET ’25 My exchange to Germany was really an eye-opener for me. My interest in doing an exchange peaked last year when I listened to the Grade 11s talk about their exchange experiences. I thought going on an exchange would teach me more about the differences in the world and what daily life looks like in other countries. As my exchange partner, Cléa Schultze, and I flew into Germany, the first thing I noticed through my plane window was all the wide green fields with plots of red and white houses scattered across the hills telling me I wasn’t in Canada anymore. Cléa told me they were villages. That was the first thing that struck me as different. When we arrived at the airport, I met Cléa’s family. They were so kind and pointed out all the things about Germany I didn’t know before. As we drove through the villages, I noticed the landscapes in Germany change every so often from villages to big fields with cows, then villages again.

School life is quite different, too. I attended Landeim Ammarsee in Schondorf. Every morning Cléa and I took the train to school. Everyone wears a school uniform top on Mondays, but on any other day of the week, we wear our everyday clothes. Unfortunately, every second week we had school on Saturdays. On the weekends we visited so many different, beautiful places. We went to a Christmas market, Neuschwanstein Castle in Munich, and another castle called Linderhof Palace. Everywhere I visited was absolutely gorgeous! I definitely recommend Munich!

Ella Gaudet ’25 with her exchange partner, Cléa Shultze, in front of Neuschwanstein Castle, Munich, Germany. Cléa did a 7-week exchange at RNS this fall. Below, Ella said a highlight of the exchange was visiting a Christmas Market with Cléa and her family.

Looking back at my exchange, Germany had quite an impact on my view of the world. I realized that what seems like normal life to me will seem strange and foreign to someone from another country. Nonetheless, I had an amazing time, and I highly recommend Germany as an exchange destination!

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I thought going on an exchange would teach me more about the differences in the world and what daily life looks like in other countries.”

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Six students represented RNS at the RSIC in England this fall. From left to right, Georgia Searles ’23, Simon Oxley ’24, Sarah Nasir ’24, Rebecca Isaac ’23, Ainslie Stickings ’23, Shreyas Satya ’23 and Mrs. Dooks.

RNS Represented at RSIC UK

by GEORGIA SEARLES ’23 This past September, five of my classmates and I participated in the Round Square International Conference in England.

The group that went included Ms. Simonds, Mrs. Dooks, Grade 12 students Shreyas Satya, Ainslie Stickings, and Rebecca Isaac, as well as Grade 11 students Sarah Nasir and Simon Oxley. I have personally been involved with Round Square since I joined RNS in Grade 6, having gone on my first conference in 2019 to Northern Ireland in Belfast, but for a lot of people this was their first experience with the program.

During this first in-person conference in three years, we stayed in London, Oxford, and Essex, living in various hotels and school dormitories. The theme of this conference was “Take Less, Be More” and we explored ideas of service and adventure with the intention to find new initiatives to bring back to RNS. Each day we heard from various keynote speakers and participated in Baraza discussions inspired to pull more ideas out of what we had heard in the speeches.

Most of our time in Oxford was spent hearing from various Oxford University professors and outside activists, as well as participating in fun activities such as a Ceilidh dance workshop. We each really enjoyed our time there and made friends who we still keep in touch with. Beyond the excitement of the conference, we were also in London in the days preceding Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral. This made travel much more difficult since the streets were crowded but being at the location of such a historical event was certainly worth it.

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HILL HIGHLIGHTS: RNS IN MEXICO

FROM MEXICO TO RNS – A FAMILY AFFAIR

Javier Ibarra Larrinaga ’08 Photos

by RICK GOWAN Current RNS Grade 9 student Dario Larrinaga hails from Huatabampito, an area of fine sandy beaches and clear, greenblue waters on the Sea of Cortez.

This beautiful area in the state of Sonora, Mexico is also home to 12 members of Dario’s extended family, who have all attended Rothesay Netherwood School in the past.

Recently, Head of School, Paul McLellan and I were guests at a family gathering attended by eight of the 13 RNS alumni and hosted at the home of Dario’s dad, Aldo, and mom, Alejandra.

Also in attendance were Dario’s aunt, Lourdes A. Larrinaga, and grandpa, Cesar Larrinaga. Stories were shared of fond memories of schooldays on the Hill while enjoying tacos made by a local chef and fresh shrimp. One could not help but be humbled and proud as each recounted the profound effect 10 THE HILL

At a family gathering in Sonora, Mexico, former RNS students took a trip down memory lane. their days at RNS had on their development at a very important time in their lives. After almost 20 years, we were taken down memory lane with pictures, yearbooks, attire, and awards.

Family legacies are a big part of the historical fabric of RNS and the Larrinaga family from Huatabampito, Mexico are a remarkable example

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Family legacies are a big part of the historical fabric of RNS and the Larrinaga family from Huatabampito, Mexico are a remarkable example of an international family who have attended our school over several decades.” - Rick Gowan, Enrolment Manager

Head of School, Paul McLellan and Enrolment Manager, Rick Gowan caught up with members of the extended Larrinaga family who all attended RNS.

of an international family who have attended our school over several decades. Lourdes Larrinaga started it all in 2003 when she was searching for a school for her son, Alfonso Martinez Larrinaga ’06. She was looking for a school where her son Alfonso would be welcomed, appreciated, and challenged. Lourdes reached out to then Admission Director, Vera Turnbull and the rest, as they say, is history. Speaking to Alfonso during our visit, it was clear that all of his mom’s objectives were met, and so much more.

To be there with Lourdes Larrinaga’s family was a good reminder of the impact that great educators and schools can have on students throughout the years.

RNS has served as a second home to the following family members of Dario Larrinaga ’26: Alfonso Martinez Larrinaga ’06, Javier Ibarra Larrinaga ’08, Mario Larrinaga Zaragoza ’09, Ana Cecilia Amaro Almada ’09, Carolina Amaro Almada ’12, Santiago (Santy) Larrinaga Zaragoza ’11, Sebastian Ibarra Almada ’11, Paula Amaro Almada ’15, Jesus Martinez Larrinaga ’10, Tania Larrinaga Ramos ’11, Maresa Larrinaga Ramos ’13, Vyera Larrinaga Zaragoza ’13.

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FEATURE

RNS IS GOING PLACES “Oh, the places you’ll go, today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so… get on your way!” – Dr. Seuss

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ur students travel thousands of miles to get here. And some travel thousands of miles on life-changing adventures while they are here. Our alumni live and work in cities and towns, big and small, around the world. Some of our teachers call countries across the ocean home. Our Enrolment Management team traverses the globe – from Vietnam, South Korea, and Japan to Germany, Turkey, Slovakia, Mexico, and back again – introducing new students and families to the best school with

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the best teachers on Canada’s East Coast.

They all make the journey, whether near or far, to the Hill because RNS is a small school with a big reputation worldwide. We have earned that recognition thanks to our incredible faculty and staff whose dedication and care extends well beyond the classroom, our exceptional facilities that ignite curiosity and discovery in tomorrow’s leaders, and the world-renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. We

also celebrate the cultural diversity of our international community and encourage our students to be global citizens in pursuit of making the world a better place.

“RNS is a special school in a beautiful setting that connects so many people, wherever they may be from in the world,” says Head of School Paul McLellan. “There is school pride, shared experiences, and lifelong memories that hold this community together, no matter the time or distance.”

Enrolment Manager Mrs. Dayna Van Doleweerd promoted RNS in Germany this fall and reconnected with alumni, Grace Ashworth ’20 and Paul Kenfenheuer, who studied at RNS for one year.

OUR GLOBETROTTING TEAM

RNS Enrolment Managers Dayna Van Dolweerd, Terry Bailey, Rick Gowan, and Jeff Lewis have travelled extensively across Canada and overseas since last fall, promoting life at RNS and recruiting new students to join our community.

“After the last two years when international travel wasn’t possible, it was wonderful for members of our enrolment and leadership teams to get back on the road to meet new families and reconnect with old friends,” says Terry Bailey, Director of Enrolment Management. “We did a sweeping world tour earlier this academic year, with no plans of slowing down in the future. Our travels have been successful and meaningful, and we look forward to sharing the RNS Experience with even more interested families in the new year.”

Mr. Bailey notes that RNS is always well received at international fairs, as our reputation for excellence precedes us. “Prospective students, their families, and educational consultants are actively engaged when they meet with us, eager to learn more about RNS and life in New Brunswick. We offer the safety, university preparedness, co-curriculars, and supportive environment they are looking for. And our strong alumni community that reaches worldwide is a valuable proof point and is enticing in terms of future networking opportunities.”

RNS students are taking advantage of many exciting travel opportunities available through the school. This group soaked up arts and culture, attending Broadway productions in New York City.

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FEATURE RNS Enrolment Manager Mrs. Van Doleweerd travelled to South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and Germany in the fall. She notes that the recruitment circuit is back to business as usual, with some added safety measures, for enrolment teams back on the road.

“The recruitment fairs were well attended everywhere I travelled, and families were interested to learn about RNS and chat in person.” All fair attendees wore masks and stayed safe. The fair venues were alive with renewed activity. “There was a definite ‘buzz’ in the air,” says Mrs. Van Doleweerd.

While travelling, she met up with a few RNS alumni and past and current parents along the way. “I love meeting up with our RNS family when I travel,” she says. “Staying connected is so important, and I always reach out prior to my arrival wherever I go. Some I met for coffee and a catch-up; others were available to meet me at the fairs and share their personal RNS experiences with potential families; while others generously invited me into their home. For me, there’s nothing better than that!”

SPECTACULAR SIGHTSEEING

Now that the world has opened back up, RNS students are taking full advantage of exciting travel opportunities. “Students and faculty involved in Round Square travelled to Oxford, UK, last September, others went to the cultural capitals of Toronto and New York City over fall breaks, and a group of Middle School students just participated in

They didn’t travel by telephone booth like Dr. Who, but these Round Square International Conference delegates had an outstanding time exploring various locations in the United Kingdom this September.

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Through our people and programs, RNS is on the world stage.

The Establishment of the Gordon Fairweather Model UN (GFMUN)

by Shreyas Satya ’23

the Disney Imagination Campus in Orlando, Florida,” says Ms. Kayla Blackmore, Director of Student Life and Wellness. “This year, our programming returned to normal, providing unique educational and life experiences outside the classroom. I’m very proud of all our students who travel responsibly with a positive attitude all year long, and our international boarders who bring traditions from their countries to enrich our campus and embrace Canadian experiences while they are here.”

Our curriculum does indeed encompass the globe, whether students are learning diplomacy in Model UN, sampling homemade madeleines in French class, or excitedly ringing in the Chinese New Year. “The Multicultural Fair we produce every year is an excellent example of bringing together facts, food, and fun so our students can learn and experience different countries

Robert Gordon Lee Fairweather was born in Rothesay in 1923 and graduated from Rothesay Collegiate School with the Class of 1940.

After graduating, he enlisted in the army and fought in the Second World War. When he returned from the war, he dedicated the rest of his life to public service. He first served as an MLA from 1952 to 1962 for King’s County. He also served as Attorney General of New Brunswick. He continued his political career on the national stage and was elected as a Federal MP in the riding of Fundy Royal. After his time in Parliament, Mr. Fairweather was appointed Canada’s first Chief Commissioner for Human Rights. He advocated for Section 28 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which dealt with gender equality and ensured that it was included in the Canadian Constitution.

Additionally, he was one of the founding members and Chairman of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada, which advocated for more inclusion of people from all over the world within Canada. Thanks to his dedication to his country and helping foster rights for all people in Canada, Mr. Fairweather was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1978. He was awarded the Order of New Brunswick in 2005. Mr. Fairweather demonstrated the values that the United Nations promotes and that RNS encourages: character, courage, creativity, and community.

To commemorate his life and all the good he has brought to this country, the Model United Nations that RNS hosts bears his name. We hope his story will inspire others to unite and tackle global issues as one community to better Canada and the world.

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FEATURE

The Student Point of View on Boarding Life You may recognize Rachel Jiang ‘23’s name and photo from our weekly e-newsletter, This Week @ RNS. Rachel is a roving reporter, covering each week’s events on campus dutifully and with a keen sense of what makes a good story. She interviews her classmates, getting a firsthand account of many activities on the Hill for our readers. Rachel is also the founder of the RNS Journalism Club, a budding group of interested journalists putting their writing, editing, and photography skills to the test to produce a newspaper that will recap all of this year’s Hill Happenings at graduation. She also recently had an article titled “The Psychological Effects of Involution on China’s Rising Generation” published with Atlantis Press.

Rachel has been a boarding student for the past four years, joining our community in Grade 9 from Beijing, China. She and her family chose RNS based on a family friend’s recommendation.

“My mom’s friend’s son graduated from RNS and had a great high school experience here,” Rachel says. “My first year at RNS allowed me to meet many amazing friends; I chose to keep coming back to keep these valuable friendships. RNS also provides me with many opportunities to try new things and has allowed me to become both a better learner and a better person.”

She credits her commitment to the RNS community with her houseparents, whom she says all work hard to make the boarders feel at home in the dorms. “I’ve lived in Netherwood, and Kirk House and all of my houseparents have been really nice to me, making boarding life much easier.”

We can’t wait to watch Rachel’s journey unfold after graduation – no matter where in the world she goes, we know she’ll be taking her experience, friendships, and RNS memories with her.

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and cultures from around the world,” says faculty member Ms. Anna Simonds ’12, Round Square Coordinator. “Our students work really hard to represent each culture with authenticity, passion, and pride.”

For student Jerry Zhao ’27, the Multicultural Fair was a catalyst for getting involved in school activities. “In my Grade 7 year, I decided to participate in the Multicultural Fair, an event where you can share your culture’s knowledge and traditional dishes with everyone. This fair made me realize that these events are both educational and entertaining, and you can also connect with the school community. After an amazing experience at the Multicultural Fair, I decided to be more engaged in a variety of school activities, such as Project Linus, GFMUN, and Round Square Postcards. I also joined the RNS junior Reach for the Top team and participated in many tournaments. I enjoy spending my free time on school events. I believe it is a great way to connect to the community and develop leadership skills.”

RNS ON THE WORLD STAGE

RNS is proud to have a strong, vibrant alumni network composed of 5,000 alum living and working around the world. Their support and belief in our school keeps RNS thriving and a school of choice for families as far away as Europe, China, or Australia.

“Memories of time spent at RNS and lessons learned on the Hill have a special, significant place in many peoples’ hearts,” says Rob Beatty, Director of Development and Alumni Affairs. “This is where students learn our school values and put them into practice after graduation. Many of our alumni have had a substantial impact in Canada and countries worldwide. We are grateful for their support and commitment to making RNS the best it can be for future generations of alumni.”

Many people aspire to see new places, experience exciting adventures, and be a part of something bigger than themselves. We are fortunate to be able to offer all that and more, here on the Hill in our small corner of the world.

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MEET RNS MERIT SCHOLARS

Medara Akpan ’24

She applied to RNS to challenge herself to higher standards of academic excellence through the IB Programme and because she was interested in the school’s volunteer programs; helping others in need is something in which she takes great pride. Medara Akpan ’24 is not only a gifted academic and committed basketball player, but she is also on a path to becoming one of her generation’s future leaders. That’s why through the RNS endowment, we are pleased to recognize Medara as an RNS Merit Scholar – a student we have presented with a scholarship or bursary to recognize the exceptional talents they bring to the RNS community.

Medara was born in Nigeria and lived in Edmonton and Calgary, AB, before moving to Quispamsis, NB, with her family. She is a day student and a member of Gregory House and Tudor House, who joined the RNS community in 2021.

Medara is a member of the Varsity Girls’ Basketball team; the R.I.S.E., Youth 4 Youth, and BLISS Committees; as well as Big Brothers Big Sisters. She was a lead performer in the Senior School musical this year and is involved in debate and Model UN. Medara continues to hone her skills in leadership and mentoring by caring for and tutoring her four younger siblings with patience and responsibility. “Medara is kind, ambitious, and tenacious,” says Ms. Andrea Paddock ’08, Medara’s Advisor.

“With her supportive and dedicated nature, she has a bright future ahead in international relations.” Her former teacher at the Valley Christian Academy echos that prediction, saying, “Medara is a solid and exceptional student who is caring and genuinely concerned about others on both a local and international level.”

Determined, friendly, and outgoing, we can’t wait to watch Medara take on the world!

RNS supports its student success and the health and longevity of the RNS community by awarding $1.4M in scholarships and bursaries every year the RNS community. We can provide our Scholarships and Bursaries Program because of the generosity and commitment of contributions to the R

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Riley Sampson ’24

Traits of successful people include strong leadership, a willingness to learn, self-confidence, drive, patience, integrity, and discipline.

Riley Sampson ’24 brings all that and more as he represents RNS on and off the ice. From Havre Boucher, NS and now a boarding student in Mackay House, Riley is a model student-athlete we are proud to recognize as an RNS Merit Scholar.

“Riley is a hardworking student who successfully balances his academics, sports, and personal relationships with his friends and family. He is open to new experiences, as demonstrated by his eagerness to take on a lead role

in the school musical shortly after arriving on campus. His friendly and positive attitude makes him a great addition to our campus,” says Mrs. Tammy Earle, Riley’s Advisor.

Riley is a forward on the RNS Prep Boys’ Hockey team and a former player for the Cape Breton West Islanders U18 AAA Major team. He is also affiliated with the Moncton Wildcats. “Riley is a great leader among his peers, active in the school community, and works hard to manage the demands of life on the Hill,” says RNS Prep Boys’ Hockey team Coach Mr. Jeff Lewis.

“Our hockey program is intense and challenging, but Riley does a great job ensuring he stays on top of his

academic commitments whenever he is away from campus.”

Riley was attracted to RNS because of our IB curriculum paired with the number of games and exposure the prep-level hockey team has to offer. Outgoing, competitive, and determined, he always remains focused on being the best he can be in any situation. “I take pride in my commitment to achieving my personal best while maintaining my core values.” Thanks to generous donations to the RNS endowment, we can award exceptional studentathletes, like Riley, scholarships and bursaries as we keep a futureforward view on the growing RNS community.

r. Our Scholarships and Bursaries Program enhances RNS by enabling students to bring their unique talents, experiences, strengths, andWINTER/SPRING ideas to ‘23 19 RNS endowment. For more information, please visit rns.cc/admission/scholarships or rns.cc/giving.

STUDENT VOICES

Sarah Hale ’23 Q: What Grade are you in and where are you from?

A: I’m from Riverview, NB. I’m currently a Grade 12 boarding student in Quinn House.

Q: How long have you been a student at RNS? A: My RNS journey began in 2021-2022. As a graduate and future 2023 alumni, I look forward to continuing to encompass our values of character, courage, creativity, and community.

Q: What do you like most about RNS? A: I appreciate that there is a diverse community of achievers of various cultures and languages on our campus, providing great opportunities for immersion.

Alongside the prestigious reputation and universally recognized IB Programme, I like that RNS supports student voices. Public speaking has become an opportunity for me to step outside my comfort zone. I was invited to recite my original prose during the prelude event of the Frye Festival, placed first in the provincial French Public Speaking competition, and was cast as one of the musical leads in our senior drama production this year.

Q: What is your favourite school activity and why?

A: The range of co-curricular activities and programs promotes time management skills and well-being.

Through Varsity Rowing, my position as Stroke Seat/ Port Side has improved my physical literacy with technical training.

Q: What is an accomplishment you have achieved here that you are most proud of?

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I have honed my communication skills, team leadership, and project management skillsets in a collaborative setting. Along with Mr. McLellan, it was an honour to contribute to the Climate Action Accelerator Program (CAAP) this year. As part of my Prefectship responsibilities, I represented RNS at the Climate Action Youth Forum held in Fredericton, NB. Earning the IB Programme “Proficiency with Distinction Award” was also an academic highlight. Being in the winning circle of the coveted Head’s Cup Innovation Challenge 2022 was a true Dragon’s Den experience!

Q: What advice would you give to a new student starting on the Hill?

A: As a new student to the Hill, you can give back to the RNS community by immersing yourself in volunteer opportunities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, where you can explore new passions, find mentors, and organize your time for a positive work-life balance. You will always find a home at the Colin Mackay Library. I offered peer tutoring to my fellow classmates in subjects that I understood with high proficiency. Teamwork!

Q: If you could say a special thank you to someone at RNS, who would that be and what would you say?

A: It is difficult to choose just one person, so I would extend a heartfelt thank you to all my teachers, coaches, and mentors along the way. In addition, profound gratitude towards the contributions from the RNS donors. Without their generosity, I would not have been granted the opportunity to pursue the higher-level learning available on the Hill. Upon graduation, I look forward to reuniting with this life-long community at future RNS reunion events.

Johnny Wu Peng ’27 Q: What Grade are you in and where are you from?

A: I am currently in Grade 8 and I’m from China, but I was born in Chile.

Q: How long have you been a student at RNS? A: This is my third year at RNS. Q: What do you like most about RNS? A: All the opportunities here, especially in athletics.

There are a lot of options – from rugby and soccer to tennis and rowing.

Q: What is your favourite school activity/program and why?

A: Interhouse Challenges are my favourite school activities because they are big school events where Middle School and Senior School students work together in different activities and earn house points.

It is exciting to see the points at the end of the year.

Q: What is an accomplishment you have achieved here that you are most proud of?

A: I have accomplished many different things at RNS and I am proud of my achievements. One of the achievements is being part of the CAIS Middle School Leadership Program (a year-long schoolbased leadership initiative that connects facilitators and Middle School students from CAIS schools for training, education, and support).

Q: What advice would you give to a new student starting on the Hill?

A: People on campus are very friendly and kind. I would tell the student to be open to conversations, and overall be ready for all sorts of friendships.

Q: If you could say a special thank you to someone at RNS, who would that be and what would you say?

A: I would definitely thank all of our faculty members for providing a safe place to learn. I would tell them “Thank you for maintaining safety on our campus, and for everything you have done for us for all of the years!” I would also like to have every student sign their name on a big card and give it to our faculty.

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FAMILIAR FACES

Mark Colwell

RNS NIGHT SOUS CHEF

H

e makes us smile, remembers what we like and don’t like, and is the biggest Bruins fan outside the City of Boston. Mark Colwell has been an integral part of RNS for the past nine years, starting as a line cook and now as the Night Sous Chef. Originally from Saint John, NB, he started his culinary career when he was 16 years old, cooking at the Keddy’s Fort Howe Hotel. He is a graduate of the Saint John Vocational School (now Harbour View High School).

One of Mark’s proudest moments on the Hill was receiving a Head’s Pin in 2021. “It was an honour to be recognized as part of the RNS family,” he says.

Through thick and thin, in a pandemic or a blizzard, Mark has been there for our students and staff. “One year, I stayed on campus for three days to cook for the boarding students during a massive snowstorm.”

He is beyond dedicated because of his huge heart and because “I love meeting new students and watching

FUN FACT! “I am the youngest of 10 kids.”

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them grow into accomplished young adults by the time they graduate.” Mark is also instrumental in helping the greater community – organizing and often delivering food from Heritage Hall donated to Outflow and Romero House.

When he’s not looking after everyone on campus or cheering on the Bruins, he’s ice fishing in the winter, out in his boat fishing in the spring and summer, or spending time with his family, whom he cherishes.

“My greatest personal achievement is my family,” he says. “My beautiful wife Laurie, son Mark and daughter Sam.” It’s the family atmosphere at RNS that Mark really enjoys. “Everyone cares about each other and looks out for one another. It’s like a family.”

Unsurprisingly, and to everyone’s delight, Mark’s words he lives by are: “Black and Gold till I’m Dead and Cold.” Thank you for all you do, Mark!

FUN FACT!

“I have been in the presence of Queen Elizabeth II four times, and once she even stopped briefly for a chat.”

Dolores Young RNS GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR

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s. Dolores Young has been part of the RNS community for nearly two decades. She is our school Guidance Counsellor, was the Department Head of Physical Education for 14 years, and the Houseparent in Quinn House for seven years. Throughout her career at RNS, she has been our Rowing Coach – and an extraordinary one at that! Not every school can boast a two-time Olympic competitor, World Rowing Championship medal winner, Canada Games athlete and coach, and Sports Hall of Fame inductee on their staff. Originally from Brockville, ON, Ms. Young has an undergraduate degree from York University, a BEd from Queen’s University, and a master’s degree from Yorkville University.

A keeper of RNS school culture, Ms. Young loves attending and singing in chapel every morning. “When you step outside our school boundaries, you realize the tremendous sense of community RNS has.” She is an organizer at the centre of many causes near to her heart, like the annual Terry Fox Run, but she now dedicates much of her time and energy to environmental protection.

“With the world in crisis, the environment is at the top of my list. I focus my energy on being part of the change, not the problem. I have committed to travel only in Canada and have as little ecological impact as possible. I plant a huge garden and dare the deer to try to come through the fence! I take advantage of living on the water: I row, kayak, and make exercise a priority. Eating well with treats is also key!”

Ms. Young is passionate about sharing her love of rowing with athletes who have never picked up an oar. “It is so gratifying to observe their development from a novice to Canada Games medalist and knowing they started their first

stroke here at RNS. I believe our focus to offer co-curriculars is key to keeping students healthy, challenged, and happy.” We have students worldwide who credit Ms. Young with instilling in them their love of rowing.

When she thinks about her most significant achievements so far, highlights are receiving the first Bronze medal for Canada at the World Rowing Championships (two years in a row!) and competing at the Olympics in Montreal and Los Angeles. “On a personal level, I would have to say my children Emma and Graham.

Their happiness, achievements, and adjustment to life beyond our home bring incredible joy to me daily.

Being able to pick up the phone and share their lives with laughter and tears is more than a mother can wish for.”

True to her friendly, approachable, and upbeat personality, she lives by the mantra: “Life is precious: live it, love it, and share it.” She has been a nurturing force at RNS for many years because of the students, faculty, and staff. “I have worked in four provinces, and RNS comes out on top always. The sense of caring and community here is second to none.”

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AMAZING ALUMNI

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Even though I live relatively far away, I still feel a close connection to RNS because of the sense of community there. I believe that so many people on and off campus, classmates, teammates, and faculty, nurtured my interest in the wider world.”

GEORGE HARRINGTON ’05

George Edward Harrington ’05 was born and raised in Montreal, QC. He first drove up the Hill in 2001. George now lives in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, with his wife Helen and their dog Tobias.

CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR CURRENT PROFESSION? WHAT LED YOU THERE?

My career has been a varied journey so far, but a constant thread through the years has been helping people and businesses achieve their potential in one way or another. It all started with a move to London, UK in 2011, where I began my career working for a Canadian initiative that supported international professionals and their families immigrating to Canada.

I moved into business development when I joined Flight Centre, one of the largest travel management companies in the world. I was responsible for a team in London and then was given the opportunity to open a new office for the firm, relocating to the Netherlands.

At that time, my curiosity about carbon offsetting began to grow as more clients asked for programs that would actually have an impact.

My interest in this field grew and led me to discover my next role at the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) in Amsterdam in 2018. The NGO aims to support companies’ transparency through ‘non-financial’ reporting.

I developed my expertise here by working with clients on the disclosure of their impact on the environment, the economy and society.

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I’ve found a thriving local and global community in the sustainability field, and this growing professional network brought me to my current role at Ernst & Young (EY) in Climate Change and Sustainability Services.

Our team helps clients understand how to take advantage of opportunities in ESG and develop feasible strategies to address their impacts. Across the world, companies are now rising to the challenge of being more sustainable, not only in words but in actions.

WHAT HAVE BEEN THE HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR CAREER? OR HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR LIFE SO FAR?

In life, you can’t always predict where or when significant moments are about to occur, and this was certainly the case when I met my wife, Helen, at our company summer ball in London. Our intimate wedding on the canals of Amsterdam three years later is undoubtedly a life highlight I can fondly share.

Living the expat life in the UK and the Netherlands has allowed me to establish a home and career that continues to provide me with highlights, which include visiting family and friends back in Canada from time to time.

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AMAZING ALUMNI of workshops in Makli, in the Pakistani province of Sindh, with Yasmeen Lari, Pakistan’s first female architect who is at the forefront of intersecting humantarianism and architecture. The King supported us in building a skills training centre for the local community. I drafted the script for the video message His Majesty sent for the building’s inauguration, which was attended by the President of Pakistan. And, my husband James and I just purchased our first home.

HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR FREE TIME?

There is a wonderful short essay by Virginia Woolf called ‘Street Haunting,’ about the pleasures of walking in London. One of my favourite things to do is to haunt the streets here, looking at the buildings and the street patterns, feeling how many layers there are to everything given the age and the history of the city. Apart from that, I like longer and wilder walks in North Wales, writing, playing the piano, sitting in pubs, and going to exhibitions, plays, and concerts.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE RNS MEMORIES?

HARRIET WENNBERG ’03 Harriet Wennberg ’03 is the Executive Director of INTBAU (the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism), a charity in London, UK, founded by King Charles III that is a global network dedicated to creating better places to live. Armed with an undergraduate degree in Literary Studies, History, and Italian from the Universitiy of Toronto (where she was also part of the first Vic One program), Harriet relocated to the UK to complete a Master’s of Art History at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. Upon graduation, she settled in London.

CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE PATH TO WORKING WITH INTBAU?

RNS features prominently in how I found myself at INTBAU. When a group of alumni were working to make sure South House had a future on campus, Digger Turnbull ’81 asked INTBAU to send a letter in support of the campaign. Dr Matthew Hardy, INTBAU Founding Secretary, sent a letter, and when I in turn contacted Matthew to ask where I could intern while living in London for a year, he suggested INTBAU and the rest is now history.

WHAT HAVE BEEN THE HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR CAREER AND IN YOUR LIFE SO FAR?

In November 2019, I devised an INTBAU conference and series

I was proud to join my sisters Megan ’97 and Pippa ’99 at RNS, and remember getting my tie with them both there. I loved the Carol Service and how it felt to be squeezed into the chapel in #1 Dress at night with candles. The Advisor Group system was also an important part of school and taught me to ask for help when it was needed. Now that I’m on this subject, I realise quite a few of my best RNS memories involve Charlotte Edwards ’04.

WAS THERE AN RNS TEACHER WHO HAD AN IMPACT ON YOU?

There were many … Mrs. Campion, Mr. McEvoy, Mr. Jollymore, and Mrs. Simonds were important as teachers or mentors or both. One of the greatest figures I have had in my life to date is Mary Brodkorb.

For her directness, her sharpness, her wit, her warmth: she was a teacher in the most profound sense of the word, and she was a very great friend.

IN JUNE, ANOTHER GROUP OF RNS STUDENTS WILL GRADUATE. WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU GIVE TO THEM? Your years on the Hill are a foundation.

Life has just begun. Find it, and make it into something.

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GATHERINGS: GRANDPARENTS & GRANDFRIENDS DAY

Abigail Matchett ’25 &grands

Allan Fournier ’23 & grandparents

It was such a delight to once again welcome grandparents and grandfriends back to the Hill for a special day shared with their grandchildren this past November.

They joined us for lunch, musical entertainment, dropped in on classes, toured the school, and finished up with tea, coffee and treats in Science Hall. Here is a small sample of the many smiling faces.

Thank you for joining us!

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Hunter Mullinger ’28 &his grandmother

Kylie & gr

Streeter ’23 randmother

Saint Jean ’24 & Isis ’26 Nuuk with their gr andfriend

Evie Hargraves ’24 & her grandmother

Sam Olesen ’27 & grandparents

Chase Haines ’28 and his grandmothe

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GATHERINGS: RNS ON THE ROAD

Shediac Dinner August 28th, 2022

Ottawa Reception November 2nd, 2022

Toronto Reception November 16th, 2022

Puebla Reception November 29th, 2022

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Shediac, Toronto, Ottawa, Mexico City, Puebla, and Halifax. It is always a pleasure to catch up with RNS alumni, families, and friends. We’ll continue our travels so stay tuned for events in your area!

We always

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Mexico City Reception November 25th, 2022

to see you!

Halifax Reception - January 12th, 2023

Leading the Way Class Leader Jack Stephen ’74 helps his class stay connected Jack Stephen ’74 attended RNS for six years as a boarder. He is the Class Leader for the Class of 1974 and says he stays connected with the school because it greatly impacted his life at such a young age. Jack credits Dr. Bonnycastle with leaving a lasting impression on him. “Dr. Bonnycastle was an educator in every sense of the word. He was patient and understanding. He, along with Doc Savege, brought out the best in me.

“I stay involved with the school because this is where I learned about communication, building relationships, and how to get

along with everyone. That served me well when I took over my father’s business.

“Thanks to the engagement of our community, RNS keeps getting better and better. It was great to work with Rick Buckingham, Hilary Drain, and Lloyd Shears on our 50th Reunion Class Gift; it really was like picking up the phone and connecting with old friends when we asked classmates to participate. We set a goal of raising $50,000 in honour of our 50th Reunion in 2024. I’m happy to report that we have surpassed the mark and we continue to

grow the fund.

“As part of Campus Renaissance, the Class of ’74 gift will beautify the pathway that goes through the heart of campus. I’m very proud of this initiative and our participation. It’s important to stay involved and give back to a place that means so much to so many.”

If you’d like to get in touch with Jack, become a Class Leader, or find out who your Class Leader is, email rob.beatty@rns.cc. It is thanks to dedicated, thoughtful Class Leaders like Jack that our school will stand the test of time.

Congratulations to the Class of 1974 for their generous gift.

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With Gratitude!

THANK YOU FOR INVESTING IN RNS

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From building our endowment and teaching excellence to scholarships, facilities, and campus enhancement, your generosity makes a difference”

By Rob Beatty, Director of Development and Alumni Affairs

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n behalf of Rothesay Netherwood School, I would like to thank the RNS community for their continued generosity and commitment again this past year. It is the ongoing participation and support that allows RNS to thrive and grow.

This past fiscal year saw the official opening of Science Hall, an academic building offering extraordinary teaching facilities that will benefit students for generations. The impact of this facility on campus is simply immeasurable.

RNS is working diligently on Campus Renaissance.

From classroom makeovers to a new Wellness Centre to new student lounges, campus improvements have been immense. This past year saw significantly improved lighting and pedestrian walkways, along with the addition of a new amphitheatre. Our fiveyear plan to revitalize heritage buildings and further enhance our campus beautification makes the RNS campus one of the most picturesque in the world.

Last year saw almost $475,000 contributed to our growing endowment, and the RNS Support Fund surpassed $400,000. It is this type of support that allows RNS to continuously maintain and enhance the unique and exceptional experiences we offer.

We are excited about the RNS Memorial Chapel Centennial Campaign. For more than 100 years, the Memorial Chapel has served the community well, and with the upcoming and much-needed expansion, it will serve the community well into the future.

Fundraising is underway for the $2.4M project. For more information on this initiative, please visit: rns. cc/chapel.

For RNS to be successful in its mission, we need participation from the entire RNS community. From building our endowment and teaching excellence to scholarships, facilities, and campus enhancement, your generosity makes a difference.

RNS is thankful to the donors listed in the following pages for their support over the past year. It is this type of commitment and participation that allows RNS to be the outstanding school that it is.

Again, many thanks to the RNS community for everything you do.

Sincerely,

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STATEMENT OF REVENUE AND EXPENSES The statement below presents in a modified and condensed format the school's audited financial results for 2021-2022 and 2020-2021. The 2021-2022 audit was performed by KPMG LLP (the 2020-2021 audit was performed by Ernst & Young LLP).

AUDITED STATEMENTS

AUDITED STATEMENTS

2021 - 2022

2020 - 2021

$ 10,725,287 (1,549,921) (323,702) 388,652 9,240,316 427,472 110,042 69,909 $ 9,847,739

$ 9,249,528 (1,596,086) (84,211) 335,957 7,905,188 513,389 1,162,330 154,852 $ 9,735,759

EXPENSES Education Salaries & Benefits Operating Expenses Total Education

$ 3,592,018 706,403 $ 4,298,421

$ 3,611,178 709,479 $ 4,320,657

Administration Salaries & Benefits Operating Expenses Total Administration

$ 1,806,897 758,611 $ 2,565,508

$ 1,707,598 842,127 $ 2,549,725

Plant Salaries & Benefits Operating Expenses Total Plant

$ 284,783 1,274,197 $ 1,558,980

$ 135,088 1,017,819 $ 1,152,827

Housekeeping & Food Salaries & Benefits Operating Expenses Total Housekeeping & Food

$580,054 624,275 $1,204,329

$ 602,349 801,367 $1,403,716

Special Projects Total Expenses

$54,215

$9,681,453

$44,882 $ 9,471,807

$166,286 1,404,005 (1,482,835) 87,456

$263,952 989,247 (1,064,897) 188,302

REVENUE Tuition Fees Scholarships & Bursaries Agent Commissions Endowment Contribution Net Tuition Annual Giving Government Subsidies Other Income Total Revenue

Excess of Revenue over Expenses before items below Amortization of deferred capital contributions Amortization of capital assets Excess of Revenue over Expenses

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FUNDRAISING SUMMARY In 2021-2022, donors contributed to Rothesay Netherwood School in the form of monetary donations, the transfer of shares and Aeroplan miles, gifts-in-kind, and endowment gifts.

ANNUAL GIVING Annual Giving Foundations (RNS & Currie) Total Annual Giving

2021-2022

2020-2021

For Alumni & Friends

$384,912 42,560 $427,472

$475,385 38,004 $513,389

Give directly to RNS and receive an offi-

In Canada

CAPITAL GIVING Total Capital Giving

$312,375

$ 153,989

OTHER GIVING Program Support Special Projects Endowment Funds Gifts-in-Kind Total Other Giving

$125,020 56,079 457,990 1,756 $640,845

$139,768 45,650 153,799 24,247 $363,464

$41,611

$59,532

$1,422,303

$1,090,374

784

825

Special Events Fundraising TOTAL GIVING Overall Giving (number of donors)

cial charitable tax receipt.

Rothesay Netherwood School is a charitable organization registered with the Canada Revenue Agency. Canadian Charitable Registration No. 107916330-RR0001.

In the US Rothesay Netherwood School US Foundation, Inc. is registered as a US charitable organization with the Internal Revenue Service. US Charitable Registration/Tax Identification No. 46-4702044.

Give Today Rob Beatty Director of Development & Alumni Affairs giving@rns.cc / 506-848-1731

SUMMARY OF RNS POOLED INVESTMENT FUNDS ~ JUNE 30, 2022 NAMED ENDOWMENTS Full listings found in audited RNS Financial Statements - Schedule 3 Funds have been designated for Student Scholarships & Bursaries by donors Funds distributed annually are 5% of principal (set by Board of Directors)

$7,649,150

RNS FOUNDATION INC. Found in audited RNS Foundation Inc. Financial Statements Funds have been designated for Student Scholarships & Bursaries Funds distributed annually are 5% of principal (set by Board of Directors)

$518,536

Thank you for your generosity and support!

RESTRICTED FUNDS Full listings found in audited RNS Financial Statements - Schedule 2 Funds have designated purposes Funds distributed annually are 5% of principal (set by Board of Directors)

$1,468,358

Wm. CURRIE SCHOLARSHIP FUND (from Dec. 31, 2021 statement - unaudited) Funds have been designated for Student Scholarships & Bursaries Funds distributed annually are 5% of principal (set by Board of Directors)

$345,039

TOTAL RNS POOLED INVESTMENTS

$9,981,083

The following Donor and Giving Report is published as a gesture to acknowledge and thank donors who provided financial support to Rothesay Netherwood School during the 2021-2022 school year between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. We have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this listing and apologize for any errors. Please notify the Development & Alumni Affairs Office of any errors or omissions at giving@rns.cc or (506) 848-0861.

Nic Carhart Senior Development Officer giving@rns.cc / 506-848-0861

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THANK YOU for your generous support of RNS!

The RNS community is the lifeblood of our school. Over the years, our community has helped us preserve our strong tradition of excellence, transform our magnificent campus, and support the finest faculty and the most vibrant learning opportunities for all of our students.

Thanks to you, our graduates are making a positive impact in communities around the world and our students are shaping a vision of what they want their future to look like. Because of you, students are engaged in a culture that extends well beyond the classroom: world-class academics, experiential learning, fresh thinking and leadership, and a closely-knit community that values respect, courage, creativity, and the desire to give back.

On behalf of Rothesay Netherwood School, and the students we teach, thank you for helping the next generation of empowered and educated citizens succeed – and for keeping RNS an important part of your community.

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2021-2022 DONORS Donors who made gifts-in-kind and cash donations to Rothesay Netherwood School, the RNS Foundation, or the RNS US Foundation are included in this listing, as are event patrons who supported our annual Auction and Art show fundraisers.

Alumni

Hope Hunter ’36 Doug Bannon ’39 _ Jack ’42 & Juliet Hickman Sally Login ’43 uu_ Eve Aspinall ’46 uu Jim Irving ’46 Kent Martin ’46 u _ Betty Mitham ’46 George Fawcett ’47 Rory Grant ’47 _ David Leighton ’47 Bill Thompson ’47 Bill ’47 _ & Carolyn Turney Alfred Brooks ’48 Arthur ’48 & Sandra Irving Doug Mackay ’48 Pauline Himmelman ’49 uu Joan Ivory ’49 Mary Jardine ’49 Valerie Mackay ’49 uu Joe ’50 & Gerry Hickman John Readman ’50 uuuu Anne Baker ’51 Hugh Donald ’51 uuu Bob Findlay ’51 Alan Lawson ’51 uuu Ed ’51 _ & Shirley Morrisey Doreen Tuomola ’51 Eve Tupper ’51 Mac Butt ’52 Ed Petrie ’52 Joe Robinson ’52 Peter Smith ’52 Peggy Williams ’52 u John ’53 & Sharon Bate Mary-Jane Burns ’53 uuuu _ Michael Coster ’53 James Farquhar ’53 uu

Charles Baxter ’54 u Margaret Ross ’54 uuuu Margaret Sherman ’54 uuu Kenneth Smith ’54 Ruth ’54 & Dennis ’55 Anglin uuu Alfred Groom ’55 _ Gregor ’55 & Charlotte Hope Robert Bell Jr. ’56 David Maddison ’56 Hilary Motherwell ’56 Harold Nickerson ’56 Fred Simmons ’56 Wally ’56 & Charlotte ’56 Turnbull Herb Beale ’57 Robert Corbett ’57 uuu Don Gruchy ’57 uuu Robert Jackson ’57 Rosalind Leavitt ’57 u Barry Mackay ’57 uu Bill ’57 & Minte McMackin Derek ’57 & Jacqueline Oland Andrew Preston ’57 uu Wendy ’58 & David Colpitts Margaret Crosby ’58 Peggy McMaster ’58 Tom ’58 & Margaret Turnbull Ann Wechsler ’58 uuu John ’59 & Judy Baxter Bill Boyd ’59 Sally Butler Grant ’59 uuuu Marion Groundwater ’59 Don Hazen ’59 Charlie Hiscock ’59 uuuu Don Maddison ’59 uu Mike Smith ’59 uuuu _ Peter Sodero ’59 uuuu Tom ’59 & Rosalie Starkey u Blair Titus ’59 Judy Bain ’60 uuu

John Beaton ’60 Roger Buckland ’60 John Champ ’60 Bill Gunter ’60 uuuu Braden Jolly ’60 Reay ’60 & Lynda Mackay Duncan ’60 & Vicki Noble Bruce Paterson ’60 Jeff Schofield ’60 Graham ’60 & Gail Scott David Stewart ’60 uuu Lionel ’60 & Joan Teed Carolyn ’61 & Christopher Allworth Faith Detchon ’61 uuuu Tory Dymond ’61 Gaye Johnson ’61 David Lyman ’61 & Marilyn Harmer Geoff ’61 & Mary Mitchell Ted ’61 & Andria Reevey u Jill Rutherford ’61 Brian ’62 & Vicky Baxter Gus ’62 & Sandy Bonnycastle u Jane Breen ’62 Dick Buckland ’62 u Penny Dunbar ’62 Suzie Harder ’62 u Mary Hare ’62 Richard Litz ’62 Tom Lynch ’62 uu John McFarlane ’62 uuuu Jane O’Malley ’62 uu Brian ’62 & Karen Ritchie Heather Shortus ’62 Geoff Simson ’62 Louise Stevenson ’62 uu Sandi ’62 & Richard Thorne uu Derek ’63 _ & Margie Brown Pixie Brown ’63

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5 or more consecutive years 10 or more consecutive years 15 or more consecutive years 20 or more consecutive years 25 or more consecutive years In remembrance

Colin Crosbie ’63 uu David Hanschell ’63 Terry Hart ’63 Susan Hunter ’63 u Tom MacWilliam ’63 Sally McDougall ’63 Dan Sargeant ’63 uu Doug ’63 & Cassie Stanley uu John ’63 & Pat Teed Nancy Wood ’63 uuu Mel ’63 & Ann Young Frank ’63 & Barbara ’64 Davis uuuu Fred Deakin ’64 uu Glenn Johnston ’64 uuu John ’64 & Lorraine Mitchell u Sue Ness ’64 uuuu John ’64 & Peggy Stevenson Cricky Brodhead ’65 Cherry Ferguson ’65 uuu Cynthia Findlay ’65 uuu Jane Larlee ’65 u Joan McBride ’65 uu Connie McGill ’65 uu Hugh ’65 & Judy McLellan Gerry ’65 & Lynn McMackin George ’65 & Heather ’65 Richmond u John ’65 & Fran Simson George ’65 & Val Teed uu Joan Johnston ’66 uu Jean Kelly ’66 WINTER/SPRING ‘23 35

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ENDOWMENT RNS has more than 60 endowed funds, including numerous “Family” and “Class” funds designed to meet our donors’ areas of interest and RNS priorities.

RNS has been very fortunate to have received a number of extraordinary, generous gifts to our endowment, which currently holds more than $10.5M in gifts and pledges. To ensure that we can keep providing unparalleled opportunities for RNS students, we need to grow our current endowment to $20M. The endowment prioritizes contributions in two key areas: Student Success - scholarships and bursaries

Contributions to the endowment are crucial to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of our school. Donations to the endowment can be made as one-time gifts, multiyear pledges, bequests, or other forms of planned giving. These gifts often provide significant tax savings to the donor.

$6.77m

Mary Turnbull, Class of ’82

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$10.5m $8.8m

$3.59m Nov ’21

The growth of the endowment is everything to RNS. From innovation and technology in teaching to providing scholarships and bursaries, the endowment allows RNS to flourish. The endowment gives students an opportunity to experience an exceptional education.

Endowment Since 2010

Jan ’20

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The continued growth of the endowment is the cornerstone of the future of RNS.

Jan ’15

Increasing our endowment means that a greater number of potential RNS students will benefit from more financial assistance, including scholarships and bursaries.

The endowment also supports all aspects of innovation and technology.

Funding in this area ensures our gifted faculty make use of the best technological innovations available and apply the most contemporary research for effective teaching and learning.

Jan ’10

Innovation and Technology advancements in student learning

Approximately 30% of RNS students receive some form of financial aid.

The endowment provides annual support for student success as well as innovation and technology. Each year 5% of the total asset value is expended.

RNS Endowment Fund Goal:

$20M

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Lesley Brooks ’67 Jim ’67 & Joy Crosby Ian LeRoy ’67 David Mackay ’67 Cathy Plewes ’67 uu John Reid ’67 George Rhuland ’67 & Lois MacGregor Barbara Stuart ’67 uuu Diana Banks ’68 Ellen Cudmore ’68 Judith Fisher ’68 Bruce Heggie ’68 u Phil Hovey ’68 u Al Hubbard ’68 uu Debbie McKee ’68 Susan Waddy ’68 u Steve Estes ’69 Beverly Everett ’69 Gail Godwin ’69 Michael Gunter ’69 uuu Peter Hyndman ’69 Stephanie Lawton Neima ’69 Sandi Mahon ’69 Andrew Notere ’69 Colin O’Brien ’69 u Claude ’69 & Kathy ’69 Shears Peter Stone ’69 David Casgrain ’70 uuuu John ’70 & Jackie Drewry Suzanne Hubbard ’70 Hope Hunter ’70 Beth Hicks ’70 Jim ’70 & Lynn Irving uu Gail Krija ’70 Barbara Lee-White ’70 Charlie Peatman ’70 uuu Douglas ’71 & Michael Edwards Bill Hicks ’71 Bill McCracken ’71 uuuu Peter ’71 & Siew Secord uuu Drew Williamson ’71 & Cathy Cannon Guy Domville ’72 Doug Kidd ’72 Bruce Lake ’72 Drummond Macdougall ’72 uuu Jeff Miller ’72 uuu David ’73 & Jane Gresh

Cindy Lunderville ’73 uuu Ralph Lutes ’73 Peter Anderson ’74 Elizabeth Bjornson Hale ’74 Jim ’74 & Heather Brittain Rick Buckingham ’74 uuuu Joe Chan ’74 Jim Day ’74 John Donald ’74 uu Hilary Drain ’74 u Macgregor ’74 & Valerie Grant Victoria ’74 & Charlie ’75 Keith Alan Salsman ’74 u Lloyd Shears ’74 Jack ’74 & Debra Stephen Cari VanLingen ’74 Sinclair Woolridge ’74 Janice Anderson ’75 Agnes Chan ’75 u Ann Howington ’75 Sylvia ’75 & Andy MacVey uuuu Gordon Smith ’75 Vera Turnbull ’75 & Art Crease ’77 Andrew Grant ’76 Debbie Powell ’76 u Robert Scovil ’76 uu Bob Shepherd ’76 uu Gard Bennett ’77 u Andrew ’77 & Linda LeMesurier uu Peter Nee ’77 u Hélène Moberg ’78 u Jill Smith ’78 Brad Unsworth ’78 Norman Wereley ’78 Elizabeth Dixon ’79 Tina Overing ’79 Rob Salsman ’79 Kathleen Timmis ’79 u Blake Anderson ’80 Nicole Hughes ’80 u Dale Judson ’80 Colin ’80 & Jenny MacDougall uu Anne Dawson-Baltjes ’81 Angela Estey ’81 Katherine Grant ’81 Kent Grass ’81 & Stacey Hope uu Sandra Kelly ’81 Glenn McGee ’81

Stephen Tobias ’81 & Sandra Donnelly uu Diggy Turnbull ’81 Janet Blackadar ’82 uu Peter ’82 & Rebecca Campion Roger Marino ’82 u Paige Stoecker ’82 Mary Turnbull ’82 uuuu Nora Valentino ’82 uuuu Rob Hutcheson ’83 Renato Marino ’83 u Patrick Rocca ’83 Lyn Waller ’83 Tom Wellner ’83 Gillian Case ’84 & David Usher u Daniel Groppini ’84 uu Debbie Hackett ’84 uu Judith Mackin ’85 uu Val ’85 & Roxane ’88 Streeter Joël Youden ’85 uuu Roz Kelsey ’86 uu Scott ’86 & Karla Wardle u Charlie Cuppens ’87 Ingrid Harris ’87 uu Susan Streeter ’87 & Peter Brown Maria Boudehane ’88 uuu Kent Ferguson ’88 u Doug Reevey ’89 David Ritchie ’89 Isabelle Saillant ’89 uuu Melanie Harmon ’90 u Ian ’91 & Cory Brett u Daniele Harrison ’91 Penny Ng ’91 & Ronald Leung u Alex Teed ’91 u Jennifer Bogart ’92 Lyna Champagne ’92 Heather DeBlois ’92 u Tracy Lee ’92 Marisa Litz ’92 Shonaugh Moore ’92 uuuu Jennifer Waldschütz ’92 uuuu Patti Anglin ’93 Tim Clark ’93 Rob Jeffrey ’93 Michael Koopman ’93 Mary Kitchen Orszag ’93 Matthew Lister ’93 uu

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Kenneth Lock ’93 Annik Marino ’93 Daryl McCrory ’93 Carl McIntosh ’93 Sarah Teed ’93 Colin Waldschütz ’93 Mike Parker ’94 u Stephanie ’96 & Andrew Armstrong u Peter Clark ’96 Will ’96 & Jill Higgins Sarah Kluge ’96 Geoff Hamilton ’97 uuu Holly ’97 & Jeff ’98 Owens uu Lynn Bessoudo ’98 uuuu Greg Bishop ’98 Kathleen Cooney ’98 James ’99 & Erin ’99 Crosby Mike MacDonald ’99 Cameron Saskin ’99 u Drew ’99 & Christy Simson uu Sara ’00 & Andrew Branch George Fowler ’00 uu Lindsay Jephcott ’00 uu Stefanie Mortimer ’00 Melanie Poirier ’00 uu Mark Reid ’00 & Heather MacLean Kathryn Higgins ’01 uu Hans Klohn ’01 uu Adam ’02 & Jessica ’04 Newhouse Sacha Bustin ’03 William Crosby ’03 u Jeff ’03 & Brittany ’04 Kitchen uu Shannon McLaughlin-butler ’03 uu Laura McMackin ’03 uuu Rachel Purvis ’03 uu Jemima Tucker ’03 Claudia Lutes ’04 uuu Natasha Meier ’04 uu Charlene Paddock ’04 & Dave Wu Johanna Platt ’04 u WINTER/SPRING ‘23 37

THE DONOR REPORT

RNS SUPPORT FUND A gift to the RNS Support Fund allows the Head of School to react quickly to current priorities and donors to achieve their philanthropic objectives while providing tax savings and critical funding for RNS. The RNS Support Fund offers parents, alumni, grandparents, employees, past families and friends of the school the opportunity to enrich our learning environment.

Annual gifts to the RNS Support Fund play a vital role in maintaining our reputation for excellence and are building blocks for RNS. Tuition alone does not cover the expense of an RNS education – annual giving to the RNS

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Support Fund helps bridge that gap and provides additional support for many of our programs.

Many donors to the RNS Support Fund designate their gifts. Specific donations to academics, arts, athletics, financial aid, and student wellness help to further strengthen these programs.

I’ve always given to the RNS Support Fund. My gifts help the school with their priorities and most immediate needs. It makes a difference to students now.

Kent Grass, Class of ’81

Your annual gift to the RNS Support Fund . . . helps RNS benefit from small classes, dedicated faculty, diverse student population, scholarships and bursaries, and outstanding facilities. immediately benefits current students by funding priority projects around campus. provides additional resources for our classrooms, library, athletics and arts programs, and other co-curricular activities.

RNS Support Fund Goal:

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Matt Poirier ’04 uuu Nick Rademaker ’04 u Sheena Young ’04 uu Brittany Flood ’05 George Harrington ’05 uu Mitch Henderson ’05 uuu Luc Boucher ’06 uu Chris Carter ’06 u Allie Gilks ’06 uuu JK Hamilton ’06 uu Greg ’06 & Nikki Honour uuu Sarah Irving ’06 uuu Hayley Lutes ’06 uuu Diana MacVey ’06 uuu Ted Moffatt ’06 u Jeremie Poirier ’06 uuu Luke ’06 & Stephanie ’06 Taylor uu Tyler Veriker ’06 uu Emily ’07 & Mike Lardner Mark Livingstone ’07 u Kyle MacDonald ’07 u Lauren Henderson ’08 uuu Olivia Lutes ’08 uu Rob McCann ’08 u Andrea Paddock ’08 James Ryder ’08 u Mark Simonds ’08 Ben Valcour ’08 u Patience Bandoma ’09 u Adam ’09 & Brittany ’09 Cann John Cullen ’09 Katelyn Lefebvre ’09 u Taylor Overing ’09 Vivek Prabhu ’09 Lance Pridham ’09 & Meredith Irving ’09 u Ashlyn Somers ’09 u Keiller Zed ’09 Luke Baxter ’10 u Adrienne ’10 & Kyle Gulliver David LeMesurier ’10 Duncan Lutes ’10 uu Jordan Miller ’10 & Chris Leger u John Ritchie ’10 Ayla Frank ’11 Gaelyn McMackin ’11 u Sarah Ritchie ’11 Fraser Wells ’11 u Isadora Cigarroa ’12

Alex Clark ’12 Daren Draper ’12 Kelly Fillman ’12 Emma McEvoy ’12 Robert Pelletier ’12 Anna Simonds ’12 & Kayla Blackmore u Andrew Johnston ’13 Austin Beaton ’14 Hannah McEvoy ’14 Brittany Poitras ’14 Alexa Dixon ’15 MJ Pelletier ’15 Jack Smith ’15 Maria Ines Miravete ’16 Bailey O’Regan ’16 Lanfeng Sun ’16 Thomas Johnston ’17 Brett McLellan ’17 u George Qiao ’17 Katherine Chisholm ’18 Olivier Luc Haché ’18 Alex Lewis ’18 Brooke Streeter ’18 u Ariel Van Doleweerd ’18 Jackie Wu ’18 Catriona Cormier ’19 Erin Flemming ’19 u Arran McEvoy ’19 Angus Oxley ’19 Atticus Van Doleweerd ’19 Heather Chisholm ’20 Olivia Eustace ’20 Eric Kay ’20 Ally McLellan ’20 Anna Streeter ’20 Zach Bottigoni ’21 Isaac Oxley ’21 Emily Kay ’22 Teresa Keenan ’22 Santi Llano ’22 Joy Okingo ’22 Laura Eustace ’23

Students

Nick Beatty ’23 u Laura Flemming ’23 u Hasti Kamkar ’23 Kylie Streeter ’23

Isaac Ho ’24 Yimeng Li ’24 Simon Oxley ’24 Dixon Beatty ’27

RNS Families & Friends

Matthew Acker Adrian Adams & Jennifer Higgins Mike & Beth Adams Quenta Adams & Curtis Coward Chris & Jacquie Albinati uuu Akan Akpan & Arit Archibong Cody Alderson u Andrew & Tanya Allaby Adesanya & Tolulope Alugo Kevin & Susan Andrews Andrew & Stephanie Armstrong u Andrew Arsenault & Heidi King Gordon Ashe & Laura Nolan Zach Ashkenazy & Juli Vajda Derek & Lisa Ashworth Lucie Audet Terry Bailey & Chris McFarlane Paul Baker & Daphne Waye u Etienne Bandyayera & Christiane Runumyi Drew Barbour Michelle Cochrane Barbour David & Alexandra Barrett uu Colin Barry & Gillian Clarke Rob Beatty & Mary Beth Tingley u Jeff Bell Ricardo & Lois Bessoudo uu Terry & Jane Bird Sally Black Brent & Lise Blackmore Kayla Blackmore & Anna Simonds u Shawn & Mary Blunston uu André & Kate Bona Mark & Leslie Bottigoni Denis Boucher & Clara LeBlanc uu Steve & Debbie Boyd uu Colin & Amelia Boyne Lorne & Lynn Brett Jim & Barbara Brennan uu Michael Brien Benjamin Brott Margie Brown Stephanie & John Buchanan

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Mark Buckingham Adrienne & John Buckley u Gregor & Darja Bukovec u Terry Burns & Nicole Bembridge Larry & Helena Cain Ben Cairns Elizabeth Cameron uuu Steve & Charmaine Cameron Jon Campbell & Will McMahon Peter & Rebecca Campion Dino Caputo & Susanna Zagar Nic & Cherie Carhart uuu Mike Carpenter & Kim Jones uu David & Peggy Case uu Mahamadou Chaibou & Djeneba Sidibé Sébastien Chauzu Yi Che & Xiaojie Li uuu Chrissy & Jeff Chetley uuu Paul Emile & Catherine Chiasson Eric Chisholm & Jenn Roos u Jim & Cheryl Clark uu Judy Clendening Lorie Cohen-Hackett uuu Gordon Cole & Bryana Ganong Julie Cole Lesley Cole & Steve Sears u Lucille Colpitts Nicole Corcoran Stephen & Carolyn Copeland uuu Lee & Jane Corey uuu Luc & Jolene Cormier Ron & Ann Cox Neil Craig Jennifer Crook Pauline Cronin Jim & Joy Crosby Joyce Crosby _ Scott & Michelle Crowell Frank Cruz & Kim Newhouse Matthew Dalglish WINTER/SPRING ‘23 39

THE DONOR REPORT

CAMPUS RENAISSANCE CAPITAL GIVING Campus Renaissance is a 5-year plan to refresh spaces, upgrade facilities, revitalize the campus landscape, and create signature spaces. These upgrades will enhance the learning experience and ensure the safety of our students.

Funding for capital giving through our Campus Renaissance Plan preserves the beauty and history of our grounds while allowing our infrastructure to meet the needs of modern learning.

New buildings, revitalizations, and renovations will allow RNS to maintain its position of leadership for facilities and infrastructure that fosters toptier learning. Our Strategic Plan and Campus Master Plan clearly lay out our priority projects in the next five years.

The recent addition of Science Hall, a 40,000 square foot teaching facility, allows us to focus on STEM curriculum for the modern age, transforming the way we teach science at RNS. Many other projects completed this past summer will also have an immense impact on student life. Major renovations to Hibbard House has provided 6 upgraded classrooms along

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with a new middle school lounge. A Student Wellness Centre was created in Fawcett Hall to ensure the proper mental, spiritual, and physical wellness of students. Outdoor learning spaces were created around the Jordan Boyd Memorial Pond. These are all projects made possible through support of Campus Renaissance.

Numerous naming opportunities are available as part of Campus Renaissance, including classroom upgrades, ornamental lighting fixtures, outdoor classrooms, gardens, trees, benches, residence rooms, and athletic fields. Campus Renaissance is a way that individuals, classes, and reunion years can make special gifts that will benefit the RNS campus for years to come. Such gifts are acknowledged with commemorative plaques.

The RNS campus brings back great memories for me. By supporting Campus Renaissance, the facilities and campus will be the best they can be for current and future RNS students. And that makes me happy.

Rick Buckingham, Class of ’74

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Your gift to Campus Renaissance will: Increase seating and enhance facilities in the RNS Memorial Chapel Create more outdoor classrooms and courtyards Enhance and upgrade our athletic fields Improve campus lighting and student safety Enhance the campus with pedestrian walkways and divert vehicle traffic We have unique opportunities to upgrade other facilities and further enhance the picturesque RNS campus.

Campus Renaissance Goal:

$2M over 5 years

Todd Dalglish & Linda Lord Nathan & Candace Davis Jordan DeLong & Jocelyn Leblanc u Richard & Ellen DeLange Kristian Dewar Rob Diamond Ryan Dillon Marc & Candace Dixon Gerald & Heather Doiron uu Cindy & Ashley Dooks uuu Max & Elaine Dooks u Ning Du & Min Wang u Mike & Sherry Duncan Bill & Tammy Dunnett Angie Dunphy Doris Earl uu Matthew & Tammy Earle uuuu Andrew & Debbie Easton Derek & Loreen Ellingwood Greg & Dayna Ellis uuu Clay & Angela English Claire Estabrooks Neal & Beverly Eustace Noel & Shirley Eustace Don & Susan Ezra Ken & Wanda Flemming u Brian & Carolyn Flood Doug Foster Darrell & Ellen Frank uu Jared & Laura Fraser Paul Fudge Damian & Erin Gay uu Tara George uuuu Phillip & Colleen Gilks uu Ronald & Diane Giroux uuu Trudy Gosse uuu Rick & Cindy Gowan uuu Jamie Gray & Emily O’Regan uu David & Sharon Groom Catherine Guerrier & Robert West Nick Gummeson & Abbie Wilson Gaëtan Haché & Julie Paulin u Anna Hackett Victor Haines & Beverley Chandler u Carole Hamilton Sally Harrington St. Clair uuuu Greg Harris Kalpesh Hathi Ian & Judy Henderson uu

Russell & Margie Henderson uuu Kaleefah Henry Eric & Kathy Hicks Dennis Higgs Jamie & Colleen Higgs Julien & Diane Hogeterp Chris Howes Stephen Hull & Anna Hull-Schold Andre & Jaime Hurley Matthew Hurly & Ann Jansen Mirza Iqbal & Fatima Nasir Arthur Irving, Jr. Arthur & Sandra Irving Jim Irving Jim & Lynn Irving uu Judith Irving Robert & Jill Irving Suzanne Irving Yaniv & Anna Isaacs Cheryl Jamieson David & Judith Jamieson uu Mary Jarratt uuu John & Anne Jarvie Scott Jay & Millie O’Brien u Mark & Ali Jenkins uu Anne Jewett & Andrew Cook uuu Luliang Jiang & Jing Wang Cyril & Andrea Johnston Daniel Johnston Craig & Andrea Jollymore uuuu Frank & Elke Jopp Philip & Yi Kay u Robert & Sandra Keeffe David & Brenda Keeping uuu Blair & Roxanne Keiver Olushola & Marilyn Keripe Grace Kidney & Geoff Morris Kaylee Kilpatrick Ann Kitchen Paul & Elizabeth Kitchen Hans & Wendy Klohn Peter & Sharon Klohn uu Yoshiko Kodama uuu Peter & Glennamae Lauwerijssen Jon Lawson Neal Leard & Erin Brien Rainer & Stefanie Lenz Bill & Tracey Leroy Ronald Leung & Penny Ng u

Jeff & Marcie Lewis u Scott & Michelanne Lewis Hai Li & Hongping Zhao Lei Li & Liuying Zhou Yun Li & Helen Hai Zaihua Li & Vivian Du Jason & Jennifer Limongelli u Tom Liston Chunshui Liu & Liying Zhang Guiyu Liu & Wenging Mou u Geronimo Llano & Paola Ines Gerardo Llerandi & Montserrat Yano Richard & Irene Lodge Mary Jane Logan uuuu Essie Lom & Mike Hutton Brian Love Huihuang Lu & Alice Huang Ye Lu & Yiwen Yang Jack Lu & Emma Fu Steven Ma & Annie Liu Weihua Ma Yong Ma & Min Wang Blair & Barb MacDonald Elizabeth Ann Macdonald Paul & Amy MacIsaac Hugh Mackay Callie Mackenzie Corey & Sarah MacKinnon Robert & Karen MacKinnon Chris MacLean Heather MacLean & Mark Reid Neil & Julie MacLean Katie & Will MacMackin Shauna & Kevin MacNeill uuu Peter & Annemarie Manson David & Judith Marr uuuu Patrick Marshall & Kate Bate Heather Mason u Janet Maston uuu Jim & Michelle McAllister Derek & Krista McCallum Joel & Kim McCann Jill & Chris McCarville uuu Richard & Gwen McConnell Gerry & Amy McCracken Geoff & Rebecca McCullogh uuu Susan McDade Charlie & Linda McEvoy Gwen McKay

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Jon & Debbie McKenzie u Mark McKinnon Mark McLaughlin Fred & Patricia McLellan uu Paul & Kathleen McLellan uuuu Laura McNicholas Paul & Liz Meier Michael & Kelly Meighen u Matt & Jenna Molitowsky Rob Montgomery & Bethany Herb Brian Moore & Edith Skewes-Cox Tanya Moran uu Dean & Tanya Moriarty Jeff & Diane Morrison u Ross Morrow uuu Michael & Bea Morse uuuu Gordon Mouland, Sr. _ Gordon Mouland & Debbie Garland James & Pamela Mullinger Mary Ellen Munroe Stewart Munroe & Glenda Landry u Ray & Carolyn Murphy u Sharon & Steve Nason u Grant & Karen Neilson u Minh Tuan Nguyen & Linh Duong Natasha Nowak & Jared Aucoin Andrew & Leslie Oland uu Derek & Jacqueline Oland Patrick & Jill Oland uu Thor & Tara Olesen Colin Oliver Jamie & Cathy O’Neil Ryan O’Neill Maurice & Trang Oosenbrugh Kendra Oulton & Chris McKay Eric & Tina Overing Bob & Carol Owens John & Anne Oxley uu Vern & Jeanne Paddock uuuu Jean & Paula Pelletier u Xiaomei Peng & Fang Wu WINTER/SPRING ‘23 41

THE DONOR REPORT Brett Pineau & Kiera Pearce Bob & Rachel Poirier uuuu Josef Pova & Eva Povová Pauline Powe Hui Qiao & Ping Zhao Hilary Randall-Grace Sarah & Kyle Reade Jim Richard & Andrea Matthews Sue Robinson Greta Rogers u Judy Ross Susannah Rowan Rena Rui Sat & Suma Satya u Bryan Savege Marion & Lars Schorn Shelley Searles Sheila Sears David & Darlene Shiels Rob & Lorraine Simonds Ken & Holly Singh u Narinder & Darlene Singh Lindsay & Cindy Small Jason & Anne Smith Rebecca Smith u Richard Smith u Vicki Smith u Chris & Jessie Somers u Lei Song & Yingjie Gao Randy Spaulding & Kim Johnson Gary Spicer uu Jeff & Francine Steeves Todd & Monique Stephen Matt & Kati Stevens uu Andrew & Alison Stickings Geoffroy St-Laurent & Lynne Deschamps Jim & Mary Stokes-Rees Roslyn Stollery uu David & Lynda Streeter Judith Streeter Patrick & Dale Stull u Yan Su & Jing Liu Baoqi Sun & Shirly Wang Jinhui Sun & Limin Wu Charles & Bunny Taylar Paul & Cindy Taylar Everett & Caroline Taylor Paul Teniere & Jennifer Ferris 42 THE HILL

Bertrand & Murielle Thibault Marie Jo Thibault & Glen Fillmore Dan & Kendra Thompson Geoff & Janet Thompson uu Mike & Susan Thompson Richard & Sandi Thorne Mike & Andrea Tilley Dick & Ann-Marie Tingley u Nancy & Randy Titus u Eileen Toner Stephen & Jill Train Zhongwei Tu & Xinyu Xu Dayna Van Doleweerd uuuu Dean Van Doleweerd uuuu Mel & Audrey Veall uuu Steve & Michelle Vienneau uu Guobao Wang & Joys Shen Huidong Wang & Na Yan Wally Weist David & Miriam Wells uu Fraser & Jerako Wendt Michael & Grat Wennberg Bryan White Kate Whitters & Clarke Murdock u Steve & Jane Whitters Mary-Ellen & Mark Wilcox Frank & Beth Wilson John & Elizabeth Wilson uu Stephen & Terry Wilson Matthew & Erin Wishart Hai Wu & Meili Zhang Xin Xin u Doreen Yang Bong Yoo uuuu Dolores Young uuu Terry & Lynn Yuill David Zhang & Delphine Huang u Jack Zhao & Lucy Sun Jack Zhou & Yuan Yuan Jack Zhu & Susan Xia Yong Zhu & Sandra Huang

Organizations

5019592 Manitoba Ltd. 717184 NB Inc. Angus Glen Foundation Ashworth Farms Ltd. BDQ Foods Ltd./ Dairy Queen Benevity

Bogart’s Properties Inc. Brennan Mgmt. Co. Ltd. uu Canada Helps Org. Canadian 2 For 1 Pizza Inc. uuuu Charitable Impact Fdn. Canada Chris Saunders Memorial Elementary School Commissionaires Nova Scotia The Colpitts Family Fdn. Crosby Molasses Co. Ltd. Crosby Sales Company Ltd. Dalhousie Home Hardware u Dr. David R. Marr PC uuuu Dr. Etienne Bandyayera PC Dr. Mary Jarratt PC Dr. Shawn Blunston PC uu Economical Insurance Fiera Capital Foundation Garden of the Gulf uuuu Glenda Landry PC Inc. GoTo Wealth Green Isle Enterprise Ltd. H & C Holdings Ltd. Irving Oil Ltd. Isles Foundation Inc. uu J.D. Irving Ltd. The J.D. Irving Companies Fdn. JRO Investments Inc. Ken Val Rehab & Sports Injury Ctr. u Long Reach Investments Inc. Moosehead Breweries Ltd. MT Consulting Namslas Ltd. u Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Safety Association NorthWest Clean Air Co. Inc. Parrtown Club Paul A. Fudge PC Inc. Port City Pawn Shop Ltd. Ptarmigan Fdn. Inc. uu Ocean Marine Brokers Inc. uuu Owens MacFadyen Group uu The Owens Family Fdn. Quadrumane Technologies The R. Howard Webster Fdn. The Reay & Lynda Mackay Family Fund Rigel Shipping Canada Inc. uuu RNS Foundation Inc.

Schwab Charitable Scotiabank Financial Advisors & Institutions Select Print Ltd. Selectpath Benefits & Financial Service Master of Saint John u SM Hunter Holdings Ltd. u Somers Island Blues Inc. u Standfast Ltd. United Way of Central Alberta United Way of Greater Toronto United Way of PEI Vantage Build u Walter C. Sumner Fdn. uuuu Wells Private Wealth Mgmt. uu The William Currie Hughes Scholarship Fund uuuu

Gifts were received in honour of: Gail Christison Barbara Crocker

Gifts were received in memory of:

Ann Ackroyd Capt. T. H. Atkinson John Baxter ’80 Gary Bennett ’61 Sophia Beutner ’04 Robert Black ’47 Charles & Veronica Bonnycastle Jordan Boyd ’15 Mary-Jane Burns ’53 Dennis Cain Margie Carlisle ’69 Sallie Caty ’59 Whitey Clarke ’61 Sarah Crimmins Joyce Crosby Susan Cullen ’92 Mr. & Mrs. Edward Detchon Eric Detchon Gordon & Laurie Drain Larry Earl ’57 Tim Ellis ’33 John Estabrooks ’57 Jim Golding ’56

Harrison Goodwin ’60 Rory ’47 & Olga Grant Alfred Groom ’55 Win Hackett Victor Haines ’36 Derek Hamilton Lynda Heffernan Jim Hill ’61 Shirley Howe Fred ’35 & Lucy Hubbard Phyllis Hutcheson ’40 Hazen Inches ’37 Jack Irving ’50 Dr. & Mrs. J.F.L. Jackson Peter Jollymore James Kane Rev. Fanny Keble Bill Lea Arthur Lee-White Alison Litz ’93 Rhoda Lom Blake Lynch ’62 Mr. & Mrs. C.F.H. Macdonald Judy MacFarland Jane Mackay John Mason George ’36 & Betty ’38 McAvity Jim McKay ’67 Bert & Mary Mitchell Lynn Morgan ’65 Don Newton ’74 Boyd Ritchie ’51 Ian Robinson ’59 Gordon Shields ’57 Michael Smith ’59 Don & Florence Stewart Sarah Streeter ’86 Glenna Taylor Scott Taylor ’03 Bill Turney ’47 Kip Vail ’38 Ann Van der Voort Robert Watt ’63 Gail Wellner Bernice Young

Estates

The Estate of A. Joyce Crosby The Estate of Sarah F. Login The Estate of Michael G. Smith

Event Supporters

Advocate Printing & Publishing uu Autotec 1995 Inc. Darlene Baker Bay of Fundy Adventures u Bell Canada Opal Blair Britt’s Pub + Eatery u Cedarcrest Gardens Cedar Groves Par 3 Executive Golf Course u Chandler Sales uu The Chapman Group David Chase George Chase Yulia Cheprasova Kit Clarke Rosemary Clarke Young Coach Atlantic Group Ed Colman Rene Collins Sarah Jane Conklin Dale Cook Elizabeth Cook Melanie Craig-Hansford Matthew Cripps Sheryl Crowley Dan Culberson Cynthia Findlay Fine Jewellery & Antiques uu Karen Daigle Cynthia DeCoste Brigitte Dionne Curtis Dionne Laragh Dooley Kathy Dunphy Izabell & Larry Fagan Joanne Fitzpatrick Madonna Flood Fox Harb’r Resort u Manami Fukuda Shirley Fullerton FYI Doctors uu

G.E. Barbour Ltd. Garden Grove Café Dave & Jane Grebene Glenn Hall Hampton Golf Club Handworks Gallery Rick & Lori Harley Fred Harrison Paul Healey Bonny Hill Irving Consumer Products Ltd. Irving Oil Ltd. J.D. Irving, Ltd. Jeff Alpagh Custom Kelley Joyce-Floyd Mary Kennedy Melissa Kennedy Kent Building Supplies Key Industries Promotionals Peter & Lynn Kinsella Melanie Koteff Backman Krista Koval KV Laundry u Lana Langille-Doucette Myriam Leblanc Serge LeBlanc Legacy Painters Helga Lobb Lutz Parish Gerrish Barristers and Solicitors Margot Maber Barb Magee Fabiola Martinez Rodriguez Lori MacGillivray Shannon MacGorman Lindsey MacKay Leslie MacMillan Shaena MacSween Heather McCaig Shauna McGraw Holly McKay Elaine McKinnon McLean Paving Mer et Soleil Fine Wines & Spirits Natasha Miller Moosehead Breweries Ltd. Susan Mowery Alison Murphy Jody Olichny

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Dr. Christos Papadopolous Cody Pendleton Photography Flewwelling Joanna Pottle Andrea Pottyondy Stacey Price Pristine Life Promo Heroes Alvin Richard River & Trail Outdoor Company Inc. Riverside Country Club Cheryl Robichaud Susan Robinson Rockwood Park Golf Course Rocky Bend Partnership Helen Schideler Scotiabank Selectpath Benefits & Financial Shadow Lawn Inn Colin Hugh Smith Jill Smith Brenda Speight Irene Sutton Sweet! Boutique Thandi Restaurant The Ledges The Urban Shoe Myth Top Marks Town of Rothesay TUCK Interiors Colleen Underwood Valley Ridge Furniture Morag Walsh Matt Watkins Wendy Wilkins Brianne Williams Rick Williston Sarah Wilson Dan Xu Young’s Lobster Company Ltd. WINTER/SPRING ‘23 43

CLASS NOTES

1930s & 40s Hope (Mackay) Hunter 1936 celebrated her 105th birthday on January 1, 2023 at home in Rothesay, NB.

1950s & 1960s Larry Black 1955 has published a new book, Eternal Putin? Confronting Navalny, the Pandemic, Sanctions and War with Ukraine (Lanham, MD: Lexington Books (Rowman & Littlefield), 2023).

Alex & Peter McCurdy 1957 found themselves devastated by Hurricane Ian this fall. Their home in Sanibel, FL was directly hit by the massive storm. Peter says that “waves 8-10 feet high surged onto the lawn and destroyed the house.”

The couple remain in Florida where they slowly pick up the pieces and begin to rebuild.

Rob Strong 1962 was unable to attend Reunion in June 2022 but made it over for a visit in September from St. John’s, NL. He and his partner, Cindy Curran visited with Brian Baxter 1962 and Brian Ritchie 1962 in Shediac Cape, NB. The two “Brians,” being the great RNS ambassadors they are, brought Rob to the Hill for a visit and campus tour. The trio are seen here having a seat on Brian Ritchie’s bench in front of Boyd Pond.

Susan (Kinnear) Ness 1964 was appointed to the RNS Board of Directors at this past fall’s AGM. Sue has been a School Governor since 2021 and a member of our US Foundation Board for the past decade.

1970s & 1980s

David Christie 1960 was awarded the Order of New Brunswick at a ceremony on September 30, 2022 in Harvey on the Bay, NB. David was recognized for his contribution to the study of New Brunswick’s natural history, his support for land conservation, and the role he played in raising awareness about the importance of protecting the province’s unique areas and creatures. At the same time he was also honoured by receiving the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. The presentation was made by New Brunswick Lieutenant Governor, The Hon. Brenda Murphy.

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The Class of 1973 is gearing up for their 50 Year Reunion this June! David Gresh, Cindy (Earle) Lunderville, Betsy (McCormack) Eisner, and Jack MacDougall are keeping busy this winter connecting with their classmates, tracking down a few folks we’ve lost along the way, and encouraging everyone to make the trip back to Rothesay for this milestone celebration. Be sure to let them

Nita (MacMurray) Driscoll 1962 received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal at an investiture ceremony on November 7, 2022 in Quispamsis, NB. This medal was awarded by New Brunswick Premier, The Hon. Blaine Higgs and Lieutenant Governor, The Hon. Brenda Murphy. Kingsway Care Centre recognized Nita for her volunteer efforts with the senior residents in their nursing home.

or the Alumni Office know if you can attend and if you need accommodations for the weekend. Even if it is just for just part of the weekend, we’d love to see you!

Ann Howington 1975 has been designing and crafting her own jewelry line since 2015. Her modern designs use precious metals, gemstones, and a variety of materials to offer the twenty-firstcentury collector an array of handmade, wearable pieces of art. Check out her work at annhowingtonjewelry.com.

Samuel Chien 1976 was appointed an RNS School Governor at the annual meeting of the board in November.

Samuel resides in Hong Kong where he works in law as a solicitor.

As of early October, Steve Cunningham 1979, is now enjoying retired life! After a long career as a painter and DJ, Steve is looking forward to spending more time with his wife of 43 years, Theresa, and their children and grandchildren. He says he will also keep busy with his genealogy work and fishing.

Patrick Rocca 1983 joined the RNS Board as a School Governor this past November.

1990s & 2000s Jennifer Waldschütz 1992 became a School Governor this fall at the annual general meeting of the Board.

Laura McMackin 2003 moved her family medical practice to the Hill in November 2022 and can now be found in her new office in South House. Along with her own patients, she will also work with our RNS Wellness Centre to oversee the health of our students.

Nicole Hoeksema 2005 has returned to the Hill! She joined the Development & Alumni Office in December as Development & Alumni Coordinator. No doubt you will be hearing from her soon to update your alumni information or to invite you to an upcoming event.

Marie-Noelle van der Griend 2006 moved back home to Montreal, QC after living in Brisbane, Australia for the past few years. Still working in the airline industry, she is now working as a

Reiko Kubota 1998 has been working as the Senior Environmental Engineer of the World Bank since 2020. This past summer, she moved to Washington, DC where she now works at the bank’s headquarters. She was happy to finally meet her colleagues and clients in person and, not to mention, thrilled to be back on the East Coast after so many years! Reiko would love to connect with any other alumni in the Washington, DC area!

Brittany Flood 2005 and Daniel MacLellan (along with big sister Quinn) were thrilled to welcome Bree Victoria MacLellan into their family on April 21, 2022. “Bree is a happy, sweet baby and has been a beautiful addition to our little family,” comments Brittany. The MacLellan Family moved to Rothesay in the spring of 2022 where Brittany has opened her own practice, Flood Periodontics, in Saint John. Brittany was also appointed an RNS School Governor in November.

Manager of Crew Training Planning for Air Transat.

Meghan Flood 2007 completed her medical residency at Dalhousie University and is now a fully certified Orthopedic Surgeon. She is currently pursuing advanced training in Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction at Western University.

Robin Scott 2009 married Louis Chalmandrier in Paris, France in September 2021.

Jeff Kitchen 2003 and Brittany (Halpin) Kitchen 2004 welcomed their third child, Goldie Alberta Kitchen, on October 17, 2022. Named after the street she will grow up on, and marigold being the birth flower of October, Goldie has been nicknamed “Go-Go” by her older brother and sister, Clark and Karis.

Brittany adds that, “Goldie has been a bright light of a bookend baby!”

Adam and Liz (Aldous) Bremner 2007 were delighted to welcome their first child, Chloë, on March 18, 2022. “She is such a joy!” raves Liz. “Her easygoing, happy personality has made the transition to parenthood very enjoyable. She is already becoming a world traveller like her parents, having flown to England, Portugal, and Calgary all before her first birthday!” Chloë is the first grandchild for Julian Aldous (past RNS Chaplain) and Sarah Aldous (past RNS Nurse); and first niece for uncles Harry Aldous 2009 (past RNS Associate Faculty), George Aldous 2010, and Jack Aldous 2012.

CLASS NOTES Alexey Podoynitsyn 2010 is living and working in Cyprus.

Jenna (MacKay) Carroll 2012 and her husband, Brock Carroll, welcomed their first child, Daniel Charles, on July 20, 2022.

Anja (Wiemers) Neis 2011 and her husband, Stefan, welcomed their first child, Lena, on August 25, 2022 in Germany. Anja is pictured with her brother, Felix Wiemers 2008. Felix and his wife, Sabine, welcomed their first child, Lino, on June 10, 2022 in Germany.

Cousins!

2010s

Hayden Atkinson 2010 married Jessica Rolfe on November 26, 2022 at the Holman Grand Hotel in Charlottetown, PE. The couple enjoyed a small ceremony with their immediate families, including brother of the groom, Fraser Dylan Atkinson 2012 and mother of the groom, Dixie Haley (past RCSNetherwood teacher). Hayden finished a teaching position with UPEI earlier this winter and is now working as a Postdoctoral Scientist with the Faculty of Health Sciences at Western University. Jessica works for the Government of Canada as a Team Lead in Information Management for Business Support with the Department of Agriculture. In February, the couple will move back to London, ON.

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Eunsu Shim 2013 works as a fulltime software developer in Toronto, ON but since 2020 runs her own side decor business - Plate Pillows. Early in the pandemic and during lockdowns, Eunsu missed time with her family and looked for ways to make her apartment cozier.

She realized smaller touches could help enhance her wellbeing and elevate her space. From there, Plate Pillows was born - a line of plates, bowls, coasters and glasses that give a sense of homeyness and nostalgia to food and drink. She also sells mirrors, candles, and other pieces that are multifunctional and aesthetic. Her initial launch, marketed entirely through Instagram, received thousands of organic hits and sold out immediately. Since then she has been featured in Vanity Fair London and blogTO. You can shop Plate Pillows online at platepillows.com or find Eunsu at pop-up shops in Toronto.

Samantha McMullin 2010 married Riley Cook on September 24, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Among the attendees were Samantha’s siblings, Maddy (McMullin) Barrett 2015 and Ben McMullin 2012, and her cousins, Patrick Snelgrove 2009 and Matthew Snelgrove 2011. The couple live in Yarmouth, NS where Riley is an engineer and Samantha is a speechlanguage pathologist.

Patrick Iles 2010 married Valancy Cole on October 1, 2022 in Charlottetown, PE - one week after Hurricane Fiona swept across the island. Many friends and family were in attendance to celebrate, including: Matt Forbes 2005, Ben Forbes 2007, Scott Forbes 2007, Rachael Grant 2007, Erin Isles 2008 (sister of the groom), Allison Murphy 2008 (cousin of the groom), Matt Dupuis 2009, Adrienne (Belyea) Gulliver 2010, John Ritchie 2010, Ben Wilshaw 2010, and Sarah (Trivett) Ritchie 2011. Patrick and Valancy live in Halifax, NS where they are resident physicians - Patrick in radiology and Valancy in anesthesia.

Sarah Trivett 2011 and John Ritchie 2010 tied the knot in St. Andrews, NB on July 9, 2022. Joining the happy couple were maid of honor, Mariah Belyea 2011 and bridesmaids, Fiona Kidd 2011, Alexa (Kolyvas) McGuire 2011 and Emma Bailey 2011; best man, Joe McGuire (husband of Alexa 2011); groomsmen, Will Trivett 2004 (brother of the bride), Matt Dupuis 2009, Patrick Iles 2010, Ben Wilshaw 2010, and Sam Summerhayes 2011; MCs Fiona Kidd 2011 and Paul Flewwelling 2011.

Other alumni in attendance included Daryl Ritchie 1958 (grandfather of the groom), Kevin Ritchie 1976 (uncle of the groom), Trevor Ritchie 1996 and Jennifer Ritchie 1999 (siblings of the groom), Matt Trivett 2007 (brother of the bride), Erin Iles 2008, and Adrienne (Belyea) Gulliver 2010. Sarah and John live in Rothesay, NB.

Taylor Cooper 2012 married Jonathan Stevens on August 13, 2022 at RNS on a beautiful sunny day. Many friends and family were on campus to help the happy couple celebrate this special day: Loren Cooper 2012 (sister of the bride), Jean Curran (past RNS School Nurse and mother of the bride), Kelly Fillman 2012, Anna Simonds 2012, and Jane Stevens 2017. The couple live in Quispamsis. Taylor works as a Media Manager for Irving Oil Ltd., and Jon is a Clinical Pharmacist at the Saint John Regional Hospital.

Aminah Hausermann 2012 married Brandon Faubert on August 27, 2022 at a beautiful ceremony with friends and family in Selma, NS. Among the guests were RNS classmates Isadora Cigarroa 2012 and Leslassa Armour-Shillingford 2012 (who tuned in virtually). The couple live in Cole Harbour, NS where Aminah is a Member Engagement Manager at a non-profit technology association and Brandon is a Product Specialist at a tech/lighting company.

Nick Pino 2014 has moved home to Baddeck, NS where he and his brother, Americo, have become business partners.

The two purchased, and now run, The High Wheeler Cafe. A Baddeck landmark for over 35 years, the brothers wanted to ensure the cafe remained part of their community. Specialty coffee, in-house baked goods, “world famous” seafood chowder, and, of course, Cape Breton oatcakes are on the menu. Nick and Americo are also setting up their own coffee roastery on the cafe premises. They are hopeful Village People Coffee Roasters’ high-quality, locally roasted coffee will be brewing by late summer. Find them on Instagram @highwheelercafe and stop in if you’re nearby!

Brad Teskey 2014 graduated with his MBA from UNB Saint John at the university’s Fall 2022 Convocation.

Nakisa Severin 2016 graduated from The University of the West Indies in Jamaica in November 2022 with her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.

She credits much of her determination, hard work, and success in part to her education at RNS, two years that she treasured immensely, or as she comments, it was a “transformative and aha moment for me” at RNS! Currently, Nakisa is a Medical Intern at The University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.

Katherine Chisholm 2018 began studies this fall at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She is completing a Masters in Mediterranean Archeology.

Abby Clarke 2014 married Jordan Moore on September 4, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Among the guests was Ben MacDonald 2011 (cousin of the groom) who stood up with Jordan. Both graduates of St. Thomas University, the couple now calls Fredericton home.

Abby works as a Social Worker with Horizon Health and Jordan is a Commercial Account Manager at RBC. Earlier in 2022, Abby was named a Female Hockey Coach of the Year by BFL Canada for New Brunswick in the Provincial Competitive category; a high honour ranking her with 20 other deserving Canadian women.

Abby, a former goaltender with RNS and St. Thomas University, is the Head Coach of the EDZA West TNT Red (now Western Flames) AAA Female U18 hockey team in Fredericton, NB. She recently helped to guide the team to the provincial title and a silver medal at the Atlantic Hockey Championships.

Sydney England 2018 is enrolled in the Human Resources program at NBCC Saint John to become an Education Assistant. In January, she began an 8-week work practicum at RNS working in our Learning Commons.

Sarah Slipp 2019 moved to New York City this past summer where she is attending the Tisch School of Theatre at New York University. Sarah is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Graduate Musical Theatre Writing.

2020s Santiago Maldonado 2021 is attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, NY where he is concentrating in film acting.

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CLASS NOTES Anna Simonds 2012 (RNS Faculty) and Kayla Blackmore (RNS Director of Student Life and Wellness) were married at RNS on July 2, 2022. Many friends and family helped the happy couple celebrate their special day including Anna’s mother, Lorraine Simonds (past long-time RNS teacher), and her brothers, Mike Simonds 2005 and Mark Simonds 2008. The couple was married on the front steps of School House by Netherwood alumnae Vera Turnbull 1975 and Hilary Drain 1974.

RNS FACULTY & STAFF Nancy Titus (School Secretary and Accounts Payable Clerk) welcomed her third grandchild, Rosie Jane Ferguson, on December 23, 2022.

Join us in welcoming these new and returning faces to the Hill: Kait Docherty (English teacher), Lori Farren (English teacher), Nicole Hoeksema 2005 (Development & Alumni Coordinator), Christine Johnston (Human Resources), Mark McCumber (Librarian), and Marcel Montyr (Housekeeping Manager).

Sarah Waycott (RNS Faculty) and Kyle Reade (past RNS faculty) were married on August 27, 2022 in Saint John, NB with the most important person in their life beside them, their son, Sam. The couple met on the Hill five years ago as RNS Associate Faculty members. The Reade Family moved back onto campus this summer into Quinn House where Sarah is the senior girls’ Houseparent along with teaching in our Middle School.

Kyle works as the Technical Director of Codiac Soccer in Moncton, NB.

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Scott Jay and Millie O’Brien (both RNS Faculty) welcomed their second child, Maeve Frances Jay, on January 22, 2023. The couple, along with big sister Orla, are madly in love with the newest addition to their family.

PAST FACULTY & STAFF

Jennifer Dykerman (past RNS teacher and houseparent) married Dana Jones on August 20, 2022 at Jennifer’s family home in Milton, PE surrounded by the people they love the most.

Jennifer is currently teaching English and Social Studies and helping to support the boarding program at Mount Academy in Charlottetown, PE, while Dana is working from home for the tech company Kahi based out of Ottawa, ON.

Paul Kitchen, Past Head of School, was presented with a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal this fall for his service to our community, to education, and for his support of charitable causes. Among his contributions was helping to grow RNS into one of Canada’s top independent boarding and day schools and the Town of Rothesay’s largest employer. In more recent years following his retirement, Paul not only continued his efforts to guide RNS but also gave his time to another cause close to his heart, WMFC (Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia Foundation of Canada). For WMFC, he helped to build the Foundation’s board and develop their charitable outreach. He also took on his own grassroots fundraising campaign by pledging to walk 1000 kilometers in May 2021 in an effort to raise both an awareness and knowledge of this rare type of cancer and also funds toward its research and for the care and support of Canadians and their families living with WM. Congratulations, Mr. Kitchen - a well deserved kudos for all you do for others.

ALUMNI SURVEY

caring & connected.

Thank you for helping us improve your RNS Experience!

We asked and you delivered! At RNS, we are fortunate to be surrounded and supported by a strong alumni network that reaches around the world. Our school’s success is thanks in large part to the contributions of time, talent, and support of our caring alumni. In November, we reached out to alum with a survey to help us ensure that every member of our alumni community feels connected, heard, and a part of something special. We had great feedback, and we are working hard to implement your suggestions.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us – we truly appreciate it. Here’s a glimpse of what you had to say.

Your Opinion Matters!

Thank you to all alum who participated in the survey. The responses to this survey are essential in ensuring we meet your needs and serve you in the best way possible. Your connection to RNS is extremely important to us.

Top 3 activities/events alum participate in: 1. Reunion Weekend 2. Alumni Gatherings 3. Donate Occasionally/Regularly

Top 3 preferred source of news about RNS: 1. The Hill: The Magazine of RNS 2. Emails from the RNS Alumni Office 3. Social media

Methods of communication Likely to attend RNS alumni events Likely to highly recommend RNS Satisfied with RNS activities Connected

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IN PASSING

We celebrate and remember the following old boys, old girls, past employees of the school, and members of the greater RNS community who have passed away.

We hold close their family and friends as they mourn their loved ones.

ALUMNI Doug Bannon 1939 on August 27, 2022 in Moncton, NB.

Preston Leavitt 1957 on November 11, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Brother of Rosalind Leavitt 1957.

Nancy (Brown) Day 1940 on June 1, 2022 in Westmount, QC. Sister of the late Winifred Brown 1939.

Ann True 1957 on January 15, 2023 in Riverview, NB. Sister of Bob Fradsham 1957.

Patricia (Carlisle) States 1942 on June 10, 2022 in Scarborough, ME. Daphne (Griffith) Marston 1946 on January 1, 2022 in Ottawa, ON. John Tinch 1946 on April 19, 2022 in Moncton, NB. Anne (Crocker) Powell 1948 on August 18, 2022 in Halifax, NS. Mother of John Powell 1974 and Richard Powell 1976; sister of Marion Crocker 1950 and John Crocker 1951.

Louise (Miles) Hunt 1950 on January 16, 2022 in Ottawa, ON. Ed Morrisey 1951 on June 22, 2022 in Dartmouth, NS. Brother of the late George Morrisey 1944.

Jack Russell 1952 on February 11, 2021 in Scottsdale, AZ. Brother of the late Bill Russell 1948.

Richard Reid 1954 on September 1, 2022 in Gagetown, NB. Son of the late Harry Reid 1930.

Peter Jolly 1955 on July 29, 2022 in Rothesay, NB. Brother of Braden Jolly 1960, Jane (Jolly) Breen 1962, and the late Martha Jolly 1968.

Barry Snell 1955 on August 2, 2022 in Bedford, NS. Brother of the late Jim Snell 1953.

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Anne (Emmerson) Mellish 1958 on November 19, 2022 in Summerside, PE. Mother of Peter Mellish 1983; sister of Susan (Dykeman) Morley 1964 and Robert Dykeman 1981; wife of the late Peter Mellish 1955; daughter of the late Helen (Estabrooks) Dykeman 1936.

Daryl Ritchie 1958 on August 27, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Father of Kevin Ritchie 1976; Grandfather of Trevor Ritchie 1996, Jennifer Ritchie 1999, and John Ritchie 2010 (Sarah Trivett 2011).

Patricia (Starr) Horne 1960 on July 4, 2022 in Claremont, ON. Sister of Pixie (Starr) Robertson 1958. Daughter of the late Audrey (Harding) Starr 1928 and Arthur Starr 1924.

Elizabeth-Ann “Banny” Belyea 1961 September 23, 2022 in Fredericton, NB.

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Jim Butler 1962 on September 7, 2022 in Russell, ON. Brother of Sally (Butler) Grant 1959.

Kevin Scott 1969 on July 21, 2022 in Reading, MA. Father of Robin Scott 2009, brother of Rob Scott 1983.

Ralph Jones 1967 on June 2, 2022 in Peoria, AZ. Brother of Scott Jones 1971.

Michael Biggar 1971 on June 25, 2022 in Ottawa, ON. Paula (Farris) McLay 1974 on December 29, 2019 in St. Stephen, NB.

John Shepherd 1979 on January 19, 2023 in Calgary, AB. Brother of Bob Shepherd 1976, Jim Shepherd 1981, Jane Shepherd, and Maggie Shepherd 1991.

Susan Cullen 1992 on January 1, 2023 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Sister of David Cullen 1995 and John Cullen 2009.

Alison Litz 1993 on January 4, 2023 in Bangor, ME. Sister of Adrian Litz 1988 and Marisa Litz 1992; cousin of David Litz 1987 and Matthew Litz 1991; niece of Richard Litz 1962 and Judith (Litz) Boudman 1965; daughter of the late Marilyn and Henry Litz 1965.

Dennis Cain on October 7, 2022 in Nashville, TN. Husband of Wayne Macgregor 1974.

Donald Campbell on August 5, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Father of Jon Campbell, RNS Faculty and father-in-law of Will McMahon, past RNS housekeeping staff.

Mary Cormier, longtime artist in the annual RNS Art Show and Sale and friend of the school, on July 12, 2022 in Dartmouth, NS. Millie Coyle on August 1, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandmother of Jeff Coyle 2004 and Chris Coyle 2006; great-grandmother of Jaxson Coyle 2029.

FACULTY & STAFF

Betty Crowe on November 13, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Mother of Michael Crowe 1992.

Aubrey Atkinson (past faculty, 1958-1967) on September 9, 2022 in Sackville, NB.

Louis Cuppens on December 16, 2022 in Okeechobee, FL. Father of Charlie Cuppens 1987.

Anna Carrick-Wiggins (past RNS Kitchen Staff / Cook) on July 31, 2022 in Saint John, NB.

Lawrence Sweeney on December 3, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandfather of Vanessa DeMerchant 2016.

RNS FAMILY & FRIENDS

Keith Daglish on January 5, 2023 in Toronto, ON. Grandfather of Andrew Dalglish 2020, CJ Dalglish 2023, and Matthew Daglish (RNS Associate Faculty); father-in-law of Linda Lord (RNS TIES Store Manager).

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022 in Balmoral, Scotland. Cousin of Sir Simon Bowes-Lyon 1949.

Ann Ackroyd on October 13, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Aunt of Jennifer Waldschütz 1992 and Colin Waldschütz 1993.

Pat Allan on January 11, 2023 in Saint John, NB. Grandmother of Clarke Murdock (Kate Whitters, RNS Faculty); wife of the late John Allan 1948; sister of the late Dick Hollies 1954.

Robert Aubé on October 22, 2022 in Bathurst, NB. Grandfather of Arianne Roy 2020 and Antoine Roy 2022.

Marion Baxter on August 13, 2022 in Halifax, NS. Wife of Charles Baxter 1954; sister-in-law of John Baxter 1959 and Brian Baxter 1962.

Joan Donald on August 22, 2022 in Moncton, NB. Wife of Hugh Donald 1951.

Jim & Mona Dow on October 16, 2022 (Jim) and June 13, 2022 (Mona) in Saint John, NB. Grandparents of Brittney Dow 2012.

Laurie Drain on November 11, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Mother of Hilary Drain 1974.

Richard Easton on October 18, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandfather of Raine Easton 2016.

Heidi Ehrenreich in December 2022 in Saskatchewan. Mother of Kristjan Ehrenreich, RNS Kitchen Staff.

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IN PASSING Jim Gogan on June 6, 2021 in New Glasgow, NS. Grandfather of James Gogan 2020.

Charles “Chic” Goodman on November 2, 2022 in North Saanich, BC. Father of Charlie Goodman 1971.

Doris Hobson on April 12, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandmother of Kayleigh Higgs 2024 and Kate Higgs 2026; sister of Sandra Irving; aunt of Sarah Irving 2006.

Ella Greenlaw on September 22, 2022 in Quispamsis, NB. Mother of Jack Greenlaw 1973.

Hilda Hoyt on August 22, 2021 in Fredericton, NB. Mother of Rodney Hoyt 1972.

Erina Hudson on August 23, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Sister of Terry Bizeau, RNS Housekeeping Staff.

Louie Johnston on May 9, 2022 in Charlottetown, PEI. Father of Ian Johnston 1973.

Theresa Keenan on November 27, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandmother of Teresa Keenan 2022.

Arthur Lee-White on July 31, 2022 in Rothesay, NB. He was just one month shy of turning 102 years old. Father of Barbara Lee-White 1970, Leonard Lee-White 1973, and Bettina (LeeWhite) Thompson 1975. Brother-in-law of Bettina (Brock) Dodds-Hebron 1945. Husband of the late Norah (Brock) Lee-White 1940.

Lois Linett on November 9, 2022 in Toronto, ON. Mother-in-law of Kathleen Timmis 1979.

Maureen Logan on August 22, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Sister of Patricia Teed (John Teed 1963) and Wendy Klohn (Hans Klohn); aunt of Alison (Teed) Smith 1987, Alex Teed 1991, Hans Klohn 2001, Emily Jewers 2013, and Atticus Smith 2017.

Indrayani Pishe on November 24, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Grandmother of Neel Pishe 2027.

Mavis Pollock on July 24, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Grandmother of Sam Bujold 2012.

Roy Saunders on January 27, 2023 in St. John’s, NL. Grandfather of Laura Marshall 2022 and Eric Marshall 2025.

Keith Shortus on November 14, 2022 in Maleny, Australia. Husband of Heather (Mackay) Shortus 1962; brother-in-law of Barry Mackay 1957, Gail (Mackay) Krija 1970, and the late Sally (Mackay) Caty 1959.

John Smith on December 2, 2022 in Quispamsis, NB. Father of Peter Smith, RNS Network Manager.

Lawrence Stevens on July 29, 2022 in Miramichi, NB. Grandfather of Tyler Veriker 2006.

Glenna Taylor on January 8, 2023 in Doaktown, NB. Grandmother of Luke Taylor 2006 (Stephanie (O’Neill) Taylor 2006) and the late Scott Taylor 2003.

Doris Tobias on January 17, 2023 in Saint John, NB. Mother of Stephen Tobias 1981; grandmother of Paul Tobias 2001 and Alicia Tobias 2003.

Walter “Butch” Vail on November 6, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Brother of Penny (Vail) Dunbar 1962, Candy (Vail) Lambert 1974, and the late Geoff “Chip” Vail 1968. Son of the late Kip Vail 1938.

Mary Walsh on September 21, 2022 in Berwick, NS. Wife of the late Fred Walsh 1947.

Marilyn McKenzie on July 29, 2022 in Hampton, NB. Grandmother of JD McKenzie 2018 and Rayanne McKenzie 2020.

Phyllis Woodbridge on April 26, 2022 in Pomfret, CT. Grandmother of Rob McCann 2008 and Patience McCann 2009.

Gene McKinley on October 16, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Grandfather of Kristen McKinley 2017.

Woody Woodworth on December 21, 2022 in Moncton, NB and Pat Woodworth on September 3, 2021 in Moncton, NB. Grandparents of Bryson Woodworth 2017.

Jordan McLeod on December 5, 2022 in Saint John, NB. Daughter of George McLeod, RNS Housekeeping Staff.

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Donna Morehouse on September 27, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Grandmother of Matthew Morehouse 2020.

AMAZING ALUMNI cont. mates and faculty, nurtured my interest in the wider world. This has served me well, regardless of where I find myself in life or in my career.

byFest; rain, shine, or snow, these annual tournaments were always a great experience.

WHAT ARE YOUR BEST RNS MEMORIES?

It is quite funny to reflect on this and in hindsight, I can’t think of a member of staff who didn’t influence me in one way or another. The question asks for ‘a teacher’, however it would take a number of issues to list the full cast and how they impacted my life, not only on campus, but also in the years since. I can only hope that they know how influential they were, even when it was not always so obvious.

I’ll try to capture a few memories by the three main school seasons:

Amazing Alumni George Harrington ’05 Continued from page 24

WHAT IMPACT DID RNS HAVE ON YOUR LIFE?

The appreciation for my 5 years on the Hill only gets stronger as time passes.

Perhaps I am a bit of a romantic, but even though I live relatively far away, I still feel a close connection to RNS because of the sense of community there. I believe that so many people on and off campus, classmates, team-

In Autumn, there was always a sense of new beginnings, excitement of reconnecting with friends after summer months apart and I always enjoyed when more senior students helped the youngest members of the school tie their first school ties.

In Winter, walking from Mackay House to the rink in the freezing cold and dark for early morning hockey practices. While 6am doesn’t feel early now, it certainly did then.

In Spring, there were the spring trots which would be a great start to getting back outside in preparation for Rug-

WAS THERE AN RNS TEACHER WHO IMPACTED YOU?

WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU GIVE THE CLASS OF 2023?

I’ll remind the Class of 2023 to have fun and to be kind, to yourself and to those around you. Make the most of the final months up on the Hill and best of luck with whatever you pursue next. Remember that there is a wide world out there; go and see what you find.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FEBRUARY 25, 2023

TOP OF THE HILL DINNER AND AUCTION

MARCH 3, 2023

MARCH BREAK BEGINS

MARCH 31, 2023

YOUTH FOR YOUTH CONCERT

APR. 5 - 12, 2023

IB & SENIOR SCHOOL ART SHOW

APR. 21 - 23, 2023

RUGBYFEST

MAY 1 - 18, 2023

GRADE 12 IB EXAMS

MAY 4 - 6, 2023

MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL & SENIOR SCHOOL PLAY

MAY 12 - 13, 2023

RNS ART SHOW & SALE

MAY 27, 2023

GRADE 12 LOBSTER DINNER

MAY 31, 2023

MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOWCASE

JUNE 2, 2023

BROADWAY REVUE

JUNE 16, 2023

146TH CLOSING CEREMONIES

JUNE 16 - 18, 2023

REUNION WEEKEND

Join us on the Hill!

Please note that all dates are subject to change. Go to our online calendar at rns.cc/calendar for the most up-to-date listings!

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