Rock Point School is an intentionally small, independent, inclusive boarding high school in Burlington, Vermont on the shores of Lake Champlain. We are proud to have been founded in 1928 with a mission to serve young people that remains strong to this day.
Rock Point School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Dear Friends of Rock Point School,
Another amazing year… to be more precise, our 96th amazing year! As always, we learned to laugh and play together. We were curious, took risks, and grew, learning about ourselves and each other by walking on our life journeys together and sharing our joys and pains. I am continually impressed by the efforts students, staff, and families make while facing challenges together. By going through this process openly with vulnerability, courage, and honesty, our intentionally small and incredibly caring community illustrates, yet again, that we can all change and grow for the better.
Hope! Recently I met with a friend and supporter of RPS who asked how we are helping students during this tense, divisive, and difficult time in our country and the world. The discussion finished with hope. I described one example of many, which I would like to share with you. Mark Spigos, our history teacher, collaborated with the Friends of the Winooski River (FWR), an organization that acts in care of, and educates about, the Winooski River, and the academic team to map out a multi-phased community service project. Initially, students learned about flooding in Vermont in class. Teachers followed up with more education and hands-on work by going on two field trips. One involved pulling invasive Japanese Knotweed from riverbanks to allow native plants to keep the banks from eroding. Another trip focused on planting trees which slow 30% of rain, allowing rivers to absorb water more efficiently. The students learned about the FWR’s efforts to educate and coach a town to pay families the full value of their homes and land so that the families could move, the houses could be razed, and the land could be allowed to become a flood basin again. Due to these experiences, when asked to choose an organization to donate funds to from our Maple Run event in March, students with an earnest sense of stewardship selected the FWR. This clarity came directly from their engaged process and hands-on learning.
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I am proud to share that at Rock Point we continue to support our students to grow their resilience by living themselves into new ways of thinking, one small step at a time. ”
Action! Anxiety has been and continues to be on the rise, and yet our students move toward thriving despite anxiety because we build hope through action, like our community service learning. While we constantly manage a balance of pushing and comforting our students, we also encourage students to do as much as they can to move beyond their comfort zone. When students are courageous and try new, and potentially scary, experiences, they grow. Avoidance can reinforce the status quo, and possibly make it worse. Exposure sets you up for progress. Richard Rohr wrote,
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“We do not think ourselves into new ways of living, we live ourselves into new ways of thinking.” I am proud to share that at Rock Point we continue to support our students to grow their resilience by living themselves into new ways of thinking, one small step at a time. This year, like every year, we do not postpone joy - we celebrate each step, keeping the long track in mind: young people living and growing into thriving adults despite the tumult of the world about them. Thanks, as always, for your care and support!
Be well. Stay in touch.
Yours in health and community,
C.J. Spirito
Bishop Shannon MacVean-Brown Ex Officio Burlington, VT
Ron Chesbrough President Cazenovia, NY
Hannah Mariotti Vice President North Hampton, NH
Lee McLendon
Secretary Waterbury Center, VT
Andrew Beyer
Treasurer Swissvale, PA
Monica Brady-Meyerov Edgartown, MA
Harry Frank Huntington, VT (finished 2nd term in January)
Saeed Hammond ’01 West Orange, NJ
Daphne Layton Somerville, MA
Robin Lloyd-Miller ’10 Burlington, VT
Barton Merle-Smith North Ferrisburgh, VT
Frederic Reamer Pawtucket, RI
Andrew Rome South Burlington, VT
Pamela Schuller ’05 New York, NY
Scott Sheavly Trumansburg, NY (finished 2nd term in January)
Lorrie Smith Winooski, VT
Dear Rock Point School Community:
Another year has flown by. It feels like weeks, not months, since I prepared a letter for the Rock Point School Annual Report. It has been a true honor and pleasure to serve again this year as Chair of the Board.
This report will highlight the many accomplishments and achievements of the faculty, staff, and students of Rock Point School. My association with Rock Point School goes back nearly 45 years to 1980, when I began work as what was then termed a “dorm parent” for the students of the day. It is rewarding these many years later to see the same quality of life and education that has always been a hallmark of the Rock Point School experience.
I had the good fortune this year to attend the June graduation ceremony for the 2024 graduates. The event was well attended and special to all in attendance. Each of the graduates spoke in turn about their experience at Rock Point; many of the family members and friends of the graduates in attendance offered their own often tearful acknowledgment of the amazing work they had seen over the time of their association with the school. Faculty and staff added their heartfelt observations, as did Head of School C.J. Spirito.
I have spent over forty years as an educator. In that time I have never found a more nurturing, caring, and supportive environment than that provided by the leadership, faculty and staff of Rock Point School. There is a certain magic that happens here. Many of you have seen it first hand. On behalf of the Board of Trustees I thank you for your ongoing interest in and support of Rock Point. We need you; our students need you.
And as always, to the amazing leadership and staff of the school I say again thank you for your passion to create and foster lives well-lived. The world needs you and your compassion, dedication, and spirit. Our students and their families are fortunate to have you in their lives.
Sincerely,
Ron Chesbrough
Saeed Hammond ’01
The mission. The mission hasn’t changed or swayed since I was a young student at Rock Point School. Why wouldn’t I want to assist in the continuing impact Rock Point School makes on young teens that are figuring out how to navigate through life?
As a former student who spent several years on campus, being a voice for the student body allows me to add value to the board that can help strengthen relations and understanding between the staff and students. No matter how far removed I may be from graduation, the Rock Point experience still resonates with me like I just left last week. I’m willing to do whatever I can to help move the needle forward for a school that invests so much into students’ success and hope to continue the commitment to supporting and lifting the student body.
This is really a full circle moment for me. I came to Rock Point as a young kid from the inner city that not only needed a change of environment, my lens was very narrow and near sighted. The opportunity to connect with peers from around the country and the world opened my third eye. Shout out to Daisuke! Those experiences mixed with staff that treated us as family and helped us forget we were so far away from home are memories that I hold close.
When I have been all of the places I will be, this will be my place.
When I have met all of the people I will meet, these will be my people.
When I have learned all of the things I will learn, this will be my touchstone.
When I have dreamed all of the dreams I will dream, this will be one I return to.
These days are my superpower, one that I won’t lose or relinquish. I am fully made for the rest of the journey; I am capable and I am ready.
I am appreciated for who I am.
I am ready to become more.
I am grateful. I am loved.
By Ron Chesbrough
Champlain College
Burlington, VT
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, FL
Goucher College Baltimore, MD
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
Monmouth College
Monmouth, IL
Paul Mitchell School
Portsmouth, NH
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA
Bailey Berges-O’Donnell
Quinn Glauber
Ziggy Harkham
Sheridan Hillegeist
Fiona Maharjan
Ben Thoma
Xeniah Vincent
Not pictured: Quinlin Gaffney
I came to Rock Point three days after getting out of Wilderness. A lot of people were worried about schedules and not having a phone for a couple of weeks and I was just really happy to have a room to myself and be able to shower! I came out of Wilderness with this energy that I could do anything, and Rock Point was really the place for me to take advantage of this. I decided I wanted to teach myself how to snowboard, which I did in the first two weeks here. It’s really important to remember that Rock Point is not just a school, it’s a home. It really was a home for me. I want to say thank you to all my teachers …. I’d never had a teacher who would check on me when I was having a bad day and that meant a lot …. To my family, thank you for coming out to support me and trusting that I could do this.
–Ben ’24 ”
This past year, I’ve been able to open up with not only myself, but other people, especially my classmates, in a way I haven’t before. Last week, I was on the camping trip and I realized I’m actually sad to leave Rock Point after all these years! I am really thankful for the staff who pushed me in a way that was gentle, but also clear. Like, ‘Here’s what you need to do and I know you can do it.’ I’m really grateful for that.
When you’re a parent, you do your best, but you can’t always provide everything our children need to thrive. I can see them thriving here… The faculty here blows me away. Your expertise in your subject area is phenomenal. Your ability to teach it, sequence it, and tie it together is phenomenal. Your insight into where our children are in their lives and how they are growing and being able to facilitate that is phenomenal too, and you put it all together, and you get the magic that we see before us.
Students, it’s such an inspiration. The community here provides an environment, but you all do the work. To see how you have blossomed, it’s phenomenal. More than my heart could hope for having my child come here.
- John Hilligeist, parent of Sheridan
’24
The amount of growth and development my son has gone through and who he has become in the past 15 months is really remarkable. The boundaries and the love that Rock Point has given him (and all his friends and classmates) have been transformative for him and has been really special for me to follow along. Ben, watching your growth over the past 18 months has been amazing. It’s had its ups and downs, but the slope of your growth has always been positive and steep … I just can’t wait to see where you’re going to go and who you’re going to be!
We’ve all felt the “Sunday Scaries” – that creeping anxiety as the weekend winds down and the responsibilities of the coming week loom large. For many of today’s teens, this feeling is intensified, often becoming a constant companion that interferes with their ability to fully engage in school, activities, and social life. A recent federal survey found roughly 1 in 5 teens are grappling with significant levels of anxiety or depression, underscoring the urgency of this issue.
At Rock Point School, we have spent years working closely with anxious teens, and we’ve seen firsthand that with the right support, young people can learn to manage their anxiety, find community, and flourish both academically and personally.
One of Rock Point School’s greatest strengths is our ability to offer personalized attention, which is crucial for students dealing with anxiety. Our small class sizes allow teachers and staff to truly understand each student’s unique needs, crafting individualized strategies that help them manage their anxiety. These strategies include flexible deadlines, tailored learning plans, and one-onone advising sessions, all designed to provide the support students need to succeed.
Every student at Rock Point creates an individualized learning plan with their advisor, setting realistic and achievable goals for the year. Advisors regularly check in with students, tracking their progress and offering guidance. This individualized approach helps students stay focused and motivated, providing a sense of accomplishment that can alleviate anxiety and boost self-esteem.
The close-knit community at Rock Point School fosters strong relationships between students and
teachers. An alumna affectionately referred to Rock Point as “the second family you didn’t get to choose” because of the strong connections and attention she received at the school. In small schools like ours, teachers are more likely to notice subtle changes in a student’s behavior or mood, allowing for early intervention and appropriate support. As one recent graduate shared, “This was the first school where teachers regularly checked in on how I was doing— and actually cared about the answer. They didn’t just look at my work or my grades; they saw me as a person.”
The sense of belonging that Rock Point fosters is especially important for students with anxiety. Our smaller community size creates a safe and supportive environment where students feel understood and appreciated. Amaris ’22 put it best:
“I always thought I’d be different and that being different was a bad thing. I always thought the price of sticking to my own path would be the loss of my happiness and living a fulfilling life. Rock Point showed me that it doesn’t have to be that way. I know now I can find people who love and appreciate me as I am …. It really is something I will never forget …. This has felt like a home.”
- Amaris ’22
This acceptance and community provide a stable foundation on which anxious teens can build confidence and resilience.
At Rock Point, our systems and structures are designed to support students, particularly those with anxiety. A structured routine is crucial for these teens, providing the predictability and control they
need to feel secure. Our daily schedule includes built-in study halls and easy access to teachers, ensuring that students can get the help they need throughout the day. In our dorm program, a mix of structured activities and downtime gives students the flexibility to recharge when needed, while also engaging in community life. Students even have a voice in planning weekend activities, allowing them to choose how they spend their time.
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is often a core component of the work we do at Rock Point School. While we don’t follow a set SEL curriculum, skills such as emotional regulation, stress management, and effective communication are woven into our classes, dorm program, and regular interactions with students. We emphasize the mind-body connection, encouraging healthy sleep patterns by limiting electronics use on dorm floors and maintaining a regular “lights out” time. We also highlight the importance of exercise for mental health, offering a variety of physical activities during PE, from walking the Rock Point trails to yoga to ultimate frisbee. For students with anxiety, these practices are invaluable, helping them manage their symptoms and develop lasting coping mechanisms.
We also focus on helping students discover and explore their interests and passions. Trying new things can be daunting for anxious teens, but in our supportive environment, students are more willing to take risks and try new activities together. Programs like CHILL, where students learn to snowboard or skateboard alongside peers and staff who are also new to the sport, create opportunities for students to build confidence, connect with others, and take healthy risks—critical experiences for those struggling with anxiety.
Leadership opportunities further empower our students. Whether it’s serving as a community meeting facilitator, directing a one-act play, or taking the lead in the kitchen work crew, these roles allow students to develop a sense of purpose and build resilience. For teens with anxiety, such experiences are transformative, helping them grow personally and prepare for future challenges.
At Rock Point School, we believe that while we cannot eliminate anxiety from the lives of our students, we can equip them with the tools to thrive despite it. Through personalized attention, strong student-teacher relationships, and a nurturing environment, we provide a foundation for our students to manage their anxiety and achieve success both academically and personally. As the prevalence of anxiety continues to rise among young people, we remain committed to helping our students develop the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.
“I was able to visit the school during the reunion event in 2023. I was impressed with the school and what has been done since I left in 1996. Since I graduated, I have been continuing my education in mechanical engineering. Thinking of my vast interest in the logistics industry, I am considering doing my post-doctorate in Logistics. I joined the army in 2005 to do my part after the unfortunate events of 9/11. I am now a 14-year Veteran of the United States Army. My family and I are doing well. I look forward to the next time I visit the school, hopefully in 2028.”
“These days, I live in Mineville, NY and I am a caseworker for CPS. In my time at Rock Point, I learned that everyone deserves a chance and I carry that with me in my work with children and families. With me in the photo are my children, Myliah and Brady.”
Shona was a student at Rock Point School for two years before returning to her home in India to finish high school in 2012. As the niece of Chuck (former dorm parent and current property manager) and Lakshmi Courcy, and cousin of Alekya Courcy ‘16, Shona has been part of the Rock Point family for a long time. It was wonderful to see her when she visited her aunt and uncle this summer and spent some time at the school. After attending graduate school for engineering in North Carolina, Shona is now working at Caterpillar Inc. in Illinois. In her spare time, Shona is practicing her Hindi and getting back into traditional dance.
Dan lives in Bristol, Vermont and is a general manager at CubeSmart, overseeing three stores. He has retired from organic farming, which he says was a fun but expensive experience. He has two daughters, ages 27 and 19, and a 6-year-old grandson! He remembers having a water fight in the kitchen with Carrie Rollins and getting busted by Jen Botzojorns. He sends his “love and appreciation for everyone’s hard work and patience for us kids.”
Photo: Dan with his older daughter
Julia is in her third year of veterinary school at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine and is working to become a clinical pathologist. She is excited to attend professional conferences this year because they confirm she is on a path that she loves, and they enrich her experience on this path. During a recent visit to Rock Point, Julia said “My time at Rock Point School really helped me understand my strengths and challenges. I learned about my disability, and how to work with it––and how to work with teachers––so that I could pursue studying things that I loved.”
We always love to hear from our alumni! Please send us your news, updates, and milestones throughout the year.
Carrie lives in Saratoga, New York with her 22-year-old son, Daniel, and her two dogs. She spends a lot of time with friends and loves hiking with her dogs, working in her yard (though she says her garden is not like Marylen’s!), and renovating her house. After graduating from RPS, Carrie got her degree in sociology from Southern New Hampshire University and then worked with troubled adolescents while being a stay-athome mom. She worked at the New York State Department of Labor for 15 years - including taking care of unemployment programs during the pandemic - and now works for the Department of Health, which is much calmer! She has amazing memories of her time at RPS and hopes to see lots of fellow alums at the 100-year reunion in 2028!
Anonymous (10)
Anonymous (2) in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Laura Abrams
Trevor Ainsworth
Matt Akins
Patricia and Christopher Allen
Dave Alofsin
Karen Amirault
Mark and Beth Archambault in memory of Constance Musa
Jay Aronson
Abbey Baker
Fred and Janet Balcom
Mary Beth and Thomas Barritt
Dr. Rae Anne Barry
Pennie Beach in honor of Hasket Morris
Thad Bennett and George Connell
John Berino
Zafir Bludevich in memory of Bryce Bludevich
Debra Blumberg
Bollo Family
Laurel and Charles Bongiorno
Drs. Mark and Wendy Bonnen
David Borsykowsky and Sarah Klionsky
Gib Brady
Adam and Monica Brady-Myerov
Penny Brink in honor of Will Kozicki
Anne Clarke Brown and The Rev. Lee Alison
Crawford in memory of Margaret L. Darrin
Emily Bruell
Gus and Kara Buchanan in honor of B&B&K
Alex Burt and Tony Doblas-Madrid
Linda and Kenneth Button
Raymond Butts*
Miranda Calkins
Joan Campbell Rosbrook and Tim Rosbrook in honor of Mary Campbell
John Cannon
Karen and Philip Carpenter
Wendy Chace and Randy Henson
The Rev. Benjamin and Bobbie Chase
Anne and Ron Chesbrough
Charles Clarke and Kathleen Schaffner Clarke
Theresa and Mark Clement
Molly and Raymond Coffey
Catherine and Roger Cooke in memory of Barbara Ward
Hilary Cooke and Gregory Buzzard
Mr. Roger J. and Anne Cooper
Marilyn and Ronald Corkins
Beth Crane and Morgan Daybell
Liz Curry and Brian Pine
Mari Dalton and Greg Maino
Ursel Danielson
Becky and David DaPonte
Karin Davis and Gerald Davis, M.D.
Kathryn DeBari and Thomas Derenthal
Tom Delaney
Bradford and Mary Denny in honor of John Rouleau, who gave his time and his heart to the Rock Point School
David Denny and Carol Jennings
Mary Doris Devlin and Lawrence DiBernardo
Maureen and Bob Dion in memory of William (Bill) Murphy
Jordan Douglas
Michael and Miranda Dunn
Christian Dymond
Marcia Eames-Sheavly and Scott Sheavly
Catherine and James Eastham
The generous support of our community makes possible everything we do! Contributions recognized below were made from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
James and Marvene Eastham
Jane and Marshall Eddy
Stan Eddy
Lonnie Edson
Rev’d Heidi L. Edson
Ann Ely and Thomas Ely in honor of the Rock Point School Staff
Julie Esteves and Arthur Milczanowski
Nelson Everts
Franci and Frank Farnsworth
Mae Feliciano and the Solomon Family
Barbara and Doug Flack
Mollie and Jake Flanigan
Russ and Hermine Flanigan
Jim and Barb Flint
Tim and Heather Fowler
Janet and Terry Francis
Victor Frank III
Gene Fredette
Stephanie Friedman
The Rev. Dave Ganter and Frances Ganter
Beverly and George Gardner
Justin Gay
Lisa Gilbert
Kim and Eric Giler
Zishe and Esther Glauber
Jonelle Glubke
Linda Goodell
Emily Goodman
Skip and Chari Goodman
Linda Grohs in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
John Gruber in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Nicholas Grudev
Jean Guenther and The Rev. Robert Stuhlmann
Frank and Ann Guillot
Mary Hamilton in honor of all of the staff at Rock Point, past and present
Vanessa and Ivan Hantman
Nancy Hardwick
Kendra Harkham in honor of Ziggy Harkham
Joan and Bradley Harris in memory of Laura Albrecht
Jean Harvey and Bob Stewart
Edith Hawksworth
Matt Haynes
Tracy and Matthew Healey
Jeff Hechenbleikner
Kelly Hedley
Jennie and Scott Hempey
Klaus and Marian Hertler in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Laura and Andrew Hibbler
Jon and Paisley Hillegeist
Jonathon and Kim Holt in honor of Asher Holt
Andrea and Terry Hook
Margaret Hough and Don Spruit
Chris Howell
David and Lindsey Huddle
Mary and Stephen Hyde
Dr. Deborah Jerard and Mr. Robert Hirt
Eric Johnson
Linda Johnson
Tim Jones
David Juliano
Yvette and Jon Kanter
Patience Kellogg
Pris Kerr
Heather Kinikin in honor of Chace Jennings
Paula Klausner and Jonathan Gordon
Donors: continued
Barbie and John Koier
Scott Kozicki
Hillary Kramer and Dave Melnick
Carol Krauth
Katie Kubie and Bill Winkler
Robert Kurre in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Paul and Messina Kurst
Jeanne and Charles “Chuck” LaClair
Maxine and Leo LaDouceur
Ann LaFiandra
Bob and Cricket Laidman
Kori Lambert
Polly and James Larkin
Louis Larmay in memory of Sally Carpenter
Peter Lathrop
Roxana Laughlin
Daphne Layton and Jim Madigan
Rita Lee and The Rev. Robert Lee
Catherine Leiser and Christopher Janeway
Christopher and Jennifer Leopold
Betty and Art Levy
John Lincoln and Jill Stevens
David and Dorann Lindo
Tom Little in memory of Phillips Kerr
Robin Lloyd-Miller
Timothy Loescher
Suzanne Lourie and Steven Wisbaum in honor of Hillary Kramer
Ellen MacLellan in memory of Barbara Ward
Kevin MacMaster
Shannon MacVean-Brown
Judith L. Mallory
Christa Mannion
Hans Manske
Molly Marceline
Linda Marsh and Arthur Ziller
Cherie Marshall
*deceased
Ed Martin
Monika and Thomas Martin in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Peter Martin in memory of Barbara Ward
Jeffrey and Lucy Bird Masters
Barb Masterson
Mary McClements in honor of Eula Palmer
Richard and Joan McGuire
Ann and David McKay
Mary McKernan
Mary McLaughlin
John A. McLendon*
John McLendon, Jr
Lee W. McLendon
Kathleen McNabb
Suzanne McNeill
Doreen Meditz in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Sophie Meditz in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Deborah Melnick
Susan and Barton Merle-Smith
Susan and Craig Meyerer
Ron Miller
Margie Mogell
Charlotte and Luke Montague
Yvette and Daniel Morganstern
Leslie Moulin
Dr. David L. Movius
Gail S. Movius
Kristin and Dave Movius
Deborah Moya
Bryce Murphy
Sally Nadeau
Erika and William Neuberg
Thomas Newcomb
Sarah O’Connor
Arden O’Donnell and Elizabeth Berges
Liam O’Farrell in memory of Brian O’Farrell
Sherry Osborn
Rafael and Graciela Pagán
Mary Ellen Palmer
Linda Pardo
Catherine Paris and David Barrington in honor of Caila Blue Barrington, RPS ‘12, and Laura Slesar
Cheryl Park Kupersmith and Michael Kupersmith
Jessica and Chris Peckham in honor of Taylor Peckham
Amy Persin
Heidi Petschauer
John, Susan and Family Petschauer in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Vikki and RIchard Philipson
Joanna Phillips in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Matt Phillips
Anthony Piazza
Sara Pines
Lori Polep
Kate Pond
Susan Posner in honor of Eric Collier
Constance P. Quinby
Laurene Radaszewski
Deborah Radovsky
Connie and Jack Ramsey
Frederic Reamer, Deborah Siegel, and Emma in honor of Andrew Reamer and Emma Siegel-Reamer
Mo Reilly
Alban Richey
Diane Rippa and David Rome
Brett and Petrina Roberts
Jonathan Rock
Andrew Rome
Nicholas Rosbrook
Mary Rosholt and David Sichel
Kathy Rossman
John Rouleau in memory of Sally Carpenter and Barbara Ward
Paula Routly and Tim Ashe
Jan Roy and Steve Young
Mark Rubin
Bradd Rubman
George and Susan Rutherford in honor of C.J. Spirito
Jack Rutherford
Charlotte and Joshua Safran
Ed Schemitsch in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Robert Schemitsch
Adam Schoonmaker
Pamela Schuller
Schutz Matero family
Robin and Edward Scott
Christine Sears
Bill and Sherry Seaver
Rev. Sister Laurian Seeber
Gohei Seino
Shinichi Seino and Kaoru Nancy Seino
Elizabeth M. Seyler
Debra Shapiro and Steve Miniciello
Steven Shapiro
Elizabeth Shayne and Tiffany Bluemle
Joan P. Shepard
Phil and June Sherwin
Kayoko and Tadaatsu Shimamura
Allan R. Shufelt
Lisa Simon and Peter Nobes in honor of John Rouleau
Ed and Sue Skea in memory of Alberta (Bobbie) Chase
Marley Skiff and Dr. Robert Skiff, Sr.
E. Skoler and N. Mitchell
Rebecca Skoler and Steve Stovitz
Saul Skoler
Sylvia Skoler Portnoy in honor of Emily Skoler
Laura and Chris Slesar
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Martha Slocum
Marie and Timothy Slottow
Eric Small and Dina Lehrer
Stephanie and Michael Smerling in honor of Serena Smerling Baskind
Vonetta Smith-Vincent
Gibson and Alina Smith
Jennifer Smith in memory of Carol & David Walters
Lorrie Smith
Sophie Smyth and David Fagelson
John Snyder
Leda Sommerville
Marcy and Charles Southgate
Max Speier
Mark and Samantha Spigos
Alice J. Spirito and Keith, Leaf and Sage Porter in memory of Alice & Sweeney Spirito
Bill Spirito and Lorena Baron
C.J. Spirito and Kathy Butts
Ryan and Catherine Stanton
Tanya Stenson in memory of Bill Stenson
Nicole Stevens
Joseph T. Stone III
Laurie Stone and Evan Plumleigh
Story Family
Mark Sustic
Andrea and R.J. Sweeney
Iris Swimmer in honor of Hillary Kramer
Mike Syers
John Tate in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Mark Thoma
Don Tinney
Benoit and Dawn Tonneau
Chloe Tonneau
Amy and Matthew Torrey
Frank and Margaret Trinity
Jeff Tuttle
Moshe and Adrienne Usadi
Rebecca Usadi in honor of Caleb Usadi
Mikey VanNostrand
Dr. Katherine H. Verbeck and Dr. Stephen Lobban in memory of Grace McKee Verbeck
Dan Vincent
Jackie and Steve Vogl in honor of C. J. Spirito
Theodore von Schoppe
Irene Wagner in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Rosemarie Walsh in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
Jeannie Waltz
Amy and Duncan Wardwell
Brenda L. Waters, MD
Mitzi Wayne Weiss
Herb and Elinor Weiland
Ryan Weiland and Bryan Aubin
Tara and Kenneth Weiss
Robert Wertz
Melinda White-Bronson
Zachary Whiting
Tim Wile
Topper Williams in honor of Will Kozicki
Bryn and Thomas Wood
Valerie and Michael Wood-Lewis
Kristina Wyatt
Brian Zaffino
Ann Zaorska in memory of Ingrid Petschauer
We strive to ensure that these lists are accurate. If you see an error or omission, please let us know so that we can make corrections. Thank you!
Acme Glass
Alderson Environmental Services
Bagel Café and Deli
Bibens Ace Hardware, Inc
C&M Cleaning
CX Associates, LLC
Element Nail Salon, LLC
Front Porch Forum
Hoang Auto Repair
The Institute for Medicine
McSoley McCoy & Co.
New England Floor Covering
Noyes Automotive and Tire
P&P Septic
Paul Frank & Collins P.C.
Steiger Restaurant Supply
Summit Fire and Security, LLC
The United Way of the Greater Capital Region
Yelp, Inc.
Grace Episcopal Church, Sheldon
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Colchester
St. Dunstans Episcopal Church, Waitsfield
St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Junction
St. Martins Episcopal Church, Fairlee
St. Thomas & Grace Episcopal Church, Brandon
The Episcopal Diocese of Vermont
Women of Trinity Church, Rutland
Emily Goodman ’06
The Alternative Fund at Fidelity Charitable
The Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund
The BARRA-SMITH Family Giving Fund of Fidelity Charitable
The Berges-O’Donnell Charitable Giving Fund
The Chubb Charitable Foundation
CM Cares, The Church Mutual Insurance Company Foundation
Fidelity Charitable (5)
The Fidelity Foundation
The Gaffney Family Foundation
The Ganter Family Charitable Fund at Vanguard
Charitable
The Glaxo Smith Kline Foundation
The Janet and Tim Jones Charitable Fund at Fidelity
The Kenneth A. and Tara C. Weiss Charitable Fund at Schwab Charitable
The LGBTQ+ Fund of Vermont at the direction of the Shayne Foundation
The McLendon Family Foundation
The Pay it Forward Fund of the Vermont Community Foundation
The R.J. and M.A. Corkins Charitable Giving Fund at Fidelity Charitable
The Robert and Lillian Philipson Foundation
Schwab Charitable
The American Endowment Foundation
The Thorp Charitable Trust
The Turrell Fund
The U.S. Charitable Gift Trust
Vanguard Charitable
The Vermont Community Foundation
The Virginia Hunt Trust
I am a proud alumna of the class of 2006. Currently, I live on the West Coast with my three dogs, training dogs professionally, and adventuring every chance I get. Nearly 20 years after my time at Rock Point, it has become an important part of my life to continue to give to Rock Point. Rock Point helped shape the person I am today and provided guidance for me when I was lost and vulnerable. It’s my hope that by helping contribute towards the mission of the school, that others will have that same opportunity.
2023-2024
An inclusive, independent boarding high school
Burlington, VT | www.rockpointschool.org
ROCK POINT SCHOOL
ONE ROCK POINT ROAD
BURLINGTON, VT 05408