Crusader Magazine - Summer 2018

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CRUSADER ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL • AUSTIN, TEX AS • SUMMER 2018 MAGAZINE

A LETTER FROM SEAN MURPHY, HEAD OF SCHOOL

In an essay called “Ashes” that I read last week, David Sedaris writes, “It’s so rare when one knowingly does something for the last time.” For example, looking back, you might say, “I didn’t know that would be the last time I spoke to my father.” We know that at some point everything will eventually end. I know that someday my daughter will no longer wake me up in the middle of the night crying, asking me to hold her. I’m just not sure when that last time will be. Without trying to be melodramatic, I tell you that I thought about this a lot during the last few hours before my bypass surgery in April. I was afraid that I might have done everything for the last time.

Turns out my fears weren’t true, and I could go on taking my future for granted, just as usual. It’s been ten weeks now, since my new lease on life, and I have thought often of something I heard from Liz Murray at an NAIS conference a few years ago.

Murray is the author of “Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard.” She said something like, “Gratitude comes from realizing that anything you have, anything at all, you could just as easily not have.” I came too close to not having anything, and since then I have been a lot better at feeling grateful for the things I do have.

I am writing this from a cabin in northern Wisconsin, where I have been vacationing since I was five years old. I have brought my children here every summer since they were four and five, but this year for the first time one of them didn’t join us.

Her choice, and I am counting on the fact that someday there will be another time.

This summer especially has been about healing and getting stronger. Every day I have to get my ten thousand steps. Don’t tell my doctors, but in the last few days some of those steps have involved jogging, something I was afraid I would never do again. When we were young, twenty years ago, my wife Katrina and I went jogging together every day. That came to an end when she had a hip replacement. I mourned the loss, believing that we had run together for the last time. But yesterday, as I was proposing that I try to jog for just one minute up the road we were walking on, she said, “I’ll jog with you,” and she did!

For me gratitude and faith are closely linked. Just as I must practice being grateful, remembering that anything I have I could just as easily not have, so with faith, I must remember that I do not know the meaning of change. I do know that change is constant, as the Greek philosopher Heraclitus taught, “You can never step into the same river twice.” Some things will never come again. Seniors only graduate from St. Andrew’s once. You only learn to ride a bicycle once. Somethings will come again, miraculously, like jogging with your wife, and sometimes, something new will appear, like a bird. We keep the faith by moving into the future, uncertain. Along that same road a few days ago, a Scarlet Tanager swooped in front of me. The first time I have ever seen one, and maybe the last? This summer, like no other before it, I am practicing gratitude and faith, and I hope you are having a chance to practice them, too.

Sincerely,

Sean Murphy Head of School St. Andrew’s Episcopal School

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Contents Mascot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 College Counseling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Holy Work & Holy Rest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 We Are Scholars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 We Are Artists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 We Are Athletes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 We Are Servants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Spring Gala. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ADMINISTRATION & BOARD Sean Murphy, Head of School Todd Stephenson, Head of Upper School Alice Nezzer, Head of Middle School Kama Bruce, Head of Lower School Randy Erben, Chair, Board of Trustees St. Andrew’s Lower and Middle School Campus, 1112 West 31st Street, Austin, Texas 78705 St. Andrew’s Upper School Campus, 5901 Southwest Parkway, Austin, Texas 78735 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is to provide an enriched academic program within a Christian environment emphasizing the fulfillment of each student’s potential.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE The school strives to help young people achieve their potential not only in intellectual understanding but also in esthetic sensitivity, physical well-being, athletic prowess, and moral decisiveness so that they may lead productive, responsible lives, not only for themselves, but also for their community.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Diversity at St. Andrew’s is grounded in our identity as a family-based community, a faithbased community, and a learning community.

We understand that our strength and resilience as a three-fold community stems from our commitment to:

• honor each individual’s unique perspective;

• respect the dignity of every human being as a child of God, and;

• develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to engage with and respond to the needs of an evolving world.

CORE VALUES Community Based on trust, traditions, communication, appreciation, and support

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Spiritual Foundation To develop moral behavior

Alumni News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

High Expectations Reflected in both the knowledge base and behavior of the faculty, staff, students, parents, and board members Caring, Celebration and Humor Fostered by kindness and collegiality STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION St. Andrew’s Episcopal School admits qualified students regardless of race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion, physical disability, socioeconomic status, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation.

It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion, physical disability, socioeconomic status, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation in the administration of any policies or programs generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

ON THE COVER

Class of 2018 graduates (left to right) Mary Alex Frishman, Tucker Freeman, Molly Fox, and Isabella Evans.

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THANK YOU, PARENT VOLUNTEERS!

You made this year a great success for our students and we are grateful for you.

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ST. ANDREW’S WE ARE SCHOLARS MASCOT

New School Mascot Debuts This Fall We’re unveiling our new school mascot on the first day of school, August 22, 2018! It’s an exciting time to debut a new mascot: For the first time in school history, our entire K–12 community of students, parents, faculty/staff, alumni and Board of Trustees are included in the decision-making process. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@sasaustin) to stay up-to-date on our big news. You can read more about why we’re changing the school mascot on our dedicated webpage: www.sasaustin.org/mascot. We also recommend reading The Reverend Whitney Kirby’s homily on the Crusader mascot, which is also posted on the site.

Though we bid a fond farewell to “Crusader” magazine, we’ll continue to highlight our stellar students, faculty, and alumni in our newlynamed magazine next year.

While a mascot change is not a new idea, in 2017 a dedicated student movement for a new mascot direction took shape—as a club called “Review the Cru”—under the leadership of Upper School students Truman Cunningham ’20, Finn Eagan ’19, and Jack Weaver ’20. They spent their year discussing a mascot change with students and faculty at the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, and in the process learned how to work towards official change.

Finn and Truman shared some of their thoughts with us:

How have your classes prepared you to take-on big challenges like this?

FINN: Whether it be in an English discussion about a text, or a history seminar, we are taught as students not be afraid of saying what you believe in, even if not everyone agrees. That mentality is what kept Truman, Jack, and myself going. It has, of course, helped by learning in history about the Crusader itself and other divisive issues, and in junior-year English we learned about important reformers and how to inspire change.

“Part of what makes St. Andrew’s so special is that we empower our students to take charge of their educational journey in leadership roles. The fact that this new mascot is the result of a student-driven initiative, with input from faculty, staff, and alumni, really showcases that student empowerment in action.”

—TODD STEPHENSON, HEAD OF UPPER SCHOOL

Describe the things you love about St. Andrew’s.

Will those things change because of a new mascot?

FINN: I love the friendships I have with other students, how much teachers care about you, and the general sense of inclusion. One of my favorite events of the year is Homecoming, getting to see all the different grades come together. Having a new mascot may change what Homecoming will look like a little bit, but it won’t affect the love that there is in the community. While it may feel different at first, I think a few years down the line it will have a positive impact because we will finally have a mascot that everyone feels comfortable cheering for.

What inspired you to pursue a new mascot change?

TRUMAN: I knew the historical context of the Crusades and knew it didn’t represent our community values, but it wasn’t until I brought it up in my English class last year that I realized there were more people who felt the same way. At the beginning of this year, I started a club “Review the Cru” to raise awareness and mobilize student investment in changing the mascot.

What have you learned through this process?

TRUMAN: I, along with a group of Upper School students, have worked hard to get the entire community engaged in an active dialogue about what our mascot means to us. Through this process, I’ve discovered a great passion for working with peers and leaders alike to find consensus and make change happen. SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 3

COLLEGE COUNSELING

College Counseling: Leading By Example What’s a college admission trend you’ve noticed recently?

An increase in applications to more schools to ensure more options. It makes gauging the competition more challenging. Luckily we have good data from year to year to lean on and we make outreach calls in the fall and spring to admissions officers to get a sense of those trends.

Do those admissions officers ever provide feedback on our SAS applicants?

Yes, they remark at the way our students are able to self-advocate through outreach, and show self-awareness about themselves.

They come across as compassionate, reflective, and resilient.

Those strengths will make them successful anywhere.

The hustle and bustle of our college counseling program is never-ending. Even as the last boutonniere is pinned on Graduation day, college counselors Chad Fulton and Elizabeth Guice are filling their schedules with networking and volunteer opportunities to maintain a healthy nationwide network of personal relationships.

Staying connected on a personal level is what has kept their program successful and drawn attention to other leaders in the college counseling field; Chad and Elizabeth are now regularly invited to be part of larger projects in the college counseling world. And, they’ve also found some time to serve the greater Austin area’s students, including high-need communities through our Breakthrough partnership.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling, founded in 1937, is an organization of more than 13,000 professionals from around the world dedicated to serving students transitioning from secondary to postsecondary education. Elizabeth has served on the planning committee for the Austin College Fair since she was invited to serve in the inaugural fair, and Chad has served for last two years in the counseling center. Elizabeth says, “We’ve stayed involved because it’s important for St. Andrew’s students, and it also allows us to serve other Austin students who don’t have easy access to a college counseling program at their school.”

Chad agrees, adding, “There’s such a human component to this. For the families that attend, this might be the first time someone is hearing their concerns and taking the time to listen. That student or parent being able to say what fears or concerns they have is so important, and the fact that we do that here at St. Andrew’s is pretty powerful.”

St. Andrew’s is also an Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools (ACCIS) member. Since its founding, ACCIS has become the most valuable professional organization for independent school college counselors. Members work with a diverse range of collegebound students in day and boarding schools across the country as they assist students and families in the college search and selection process. Chad says, “Last year at a conference in Boston I was approached about planning the annual ACCIS summer conference for the Austin/San Antonio area in June. College counselors will fly in from across the country to tour college campuses. Elizabeth and I will both attend to be sure it goes smoothly, and to stay connected with college counselors from other places. Having those personal relationships with our colleagues on both sides of the admissions desk makes it easier for us to work together throughout the year and provides us with a really strong network of resources at high schools and colleges across the country.”

St. Andrew’s also continues its 15-year partnership with Breakthrough Austin, a nonprofit building a path through college for students from low-income communities. Elizabeth explains her recent involvement, “Our students write about Breakthrough, how it changes lives, and I wanted to be a part of that too. I got matched with two students in Manor who I visited in the fall every Thursday to coach them on their college applications. Since many of these students are the first in their families to consider college, there is often an extra layer of support that is needed to help provide additional information about every step of the process from college searches to college decisions, choice of major and how to find scholarship and honors programs. I was reminded of the power of being present with that emotional support.” SAS

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SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL)

NAIS Inspiration Lab Spotlights St. Andrew’s The Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program at St. Andrew’s— the first of its kind in central Texas—was made possible through the generosity of the Abell Family and the Buena Vista Foundation more than 20 years ago. Since that time, the program has grown to include a comprehensive K–12 program under the leadership of SEL director Scott Zimmerman.

The SEL program caught the attention of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), which featured St. Andrew’s on its Idea Lab website (inspirationlab.org) in April (excerpted below): n

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) can be hard to spot to an unfamiliar eye, but subtlety is part of its effectiveness at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, where the SEL curriculum spans kindergarten through twelfth grade.

Activities include Lower Schoolers identifying emotions during morning meeting, Middle Schoolers working with test anxiety in advisory, and Upper Schoolers joining the Mindfulness Club so they can practice once a week before classes.

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Third graders are exploring a series of lessons to help them identify difficult emotions, calm their nervous systems when they’re feeling out of sorts, and cultivate positive emotions. In their “modified anchor breathing practice,” they place a hand on their stomach and focus on inhaling and exhaling. “If they notice a particular emotion coming up,” says Director of Mindfulness Adam Ortman, “they name it—maybe silently saying ‘worry,’ ‘sadness,’ or ‘anger’—and then return to the soothing feeling of their breath. They can practice this whenever they notice a charged emotion is getting the best of them.”

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Peer mentorship and leadership opportunities are offered as students mature. Upper Schoolers visit Middle Schoolers to offer support about social challenges they face, and seniors help freshmen transition to life on campus with small group activities.

The students appreciate the results. “It feels really good to be kind,” a sixth grader noted after a practice emphasizing positive relationships. A classmate agreed.

“If I do it, I help people in real life.”

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“The ability to express yourself and handle conflict in a healthy manner serves our whole community,” says SEL

Director Scott Zimmerman, “and is a key component to our school mission: helping students reach their full potential. We’re raising young men and women, not just students.” SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 5

WE ARE HOLY WORK SCHOLARS & HOLY REST

Holy Work & Holy Rest

What makes work spiritually meaningful? What makes rest profound and even sacred? What is the proper relationship between work and rest? How might religious narratives, rituals, and doctrines help us think through these questions?

Students in Grace Ortman’s “Holy Work & Holy Rest” class engaged with Jewish, Christian, Islamic, Taoist, Buddhist, Yogic, and Native American texts and practices with these questions in mind this spring. In the process, students connected the lessons with their own experience.

Curious to learn more about Religious Studies at St. Andrew’s?

Check out our course catalog online or contact department head Grace Ortman or Upper School chaplain and teacher, The Rev. Witney Kirby.

For the second year in a row, the course culminated with a half-day contemplative retreat. During this retreat, students chose whether to focus on contemplative labor or on deliberate rest. Either way, students committed to an afternoon of noble silence, without phones or other distractions.

Half the class spent the afternoon in the chapel practicing meditation. Adam Ortman, Director of Mindfulness, guided the students in walking, sitting, lovingkindness, and even a meditation on drinking and eating. After, Grace Ortman led students in a yoga session. Meanwhile, the other half of the class ventured to CruPARK to build a labyrinth made entirely from natural materials found on the land. Seniors Alex Briggs ’18, Dylan Bryant ’18, and Mitchell Holmberg ’18 designed and coordinated this work project, with the support of CruPARK director Greg Mele and chaplain Ashley Brandon. Finally, the whole class reunited to walk the labyrinth together, ending their pilgrimage at the beautiful oak tree in the center of their circuitous path.

Curious to learn more about Religious Studies at St. Andrew’s? In addition to the course on Holy Work & Holy Rest (to be offered again in 2018–19), students may also take courses on the holy city of Jerusalem, Indian philosophy and ethics, spiritual autobiography, social movements inspired by the Bible, and more. Check out the course catalogue online or contact department head Grace Ortman at gortman@sasaustin.org or our Upper School chaplain and teacher, The Rev. Whitney Kirby at wkirby@sasaustin.org. SAS

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Witt ’18 Appointed to U.S. Naval Academy The St. Andrew’s community celebrated Carson Witt ’18 as he accepted his appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy during chapel on April 24, presented to him by the Blue and Gold Officer assigned to St. Andrew’s, Clint Connell.

Connell explained the highly competitive application process during his chapel speech, “Carson competed with over 17,000 students across the country for 1,200 appointments. It is a highly competitive process, one that involves completing a thorough physical exam, medical exam, and the usual battery of testing scores and recommendations. It also requires securing a recommendation from a U.S. senator, congressman, or the vice president of the United States.”

An appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy is equivalent to a full four-year scholarship. Upon graduation, Carson will have

earned a bachelor of science degree and a commission as an officer in the U.S. Navy or Marine Corps. Connell remarked, “After graduation, Carson will immediately be placed into a position of authority and responsibility. Everyone in this room, everyone in greater Austin community, can be proud of Carson Witt. His achievements and commitment to serve and protect our country set him apart.”

This is the fifth appointment of a St. Andrew’s Upper School graduate to a military academy.

Taylor Fleming ’05 was appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy, Kyle Hunt ’10 and Andrew Hunt ’11 were both appointed to The United States Military Academy at West Point, and Matthew Lee ’14 was appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy. SAS

Cohagan ’21 Steers Pet Project with Drone What started out as an interest in surveying the Upper School land last spring turned into a lesson in drone technology for Liam Cohagan ’21.

After discovering Martin Instruments had drones for survey projects, Liam turned to CruPARK director Greg Mele to identify the correct land parameters, but the rest was up to Liam.

“I had to figure out the dates and times and flight restrictions with the vice president of sales and a drone pilot from Martin Instruments.” Coordinating the flight was difficult for Liam because “we didn’t have any face-to-face meetings, so a lot of things I asked for got lost in translation via email.”

Liam determined what needed to be photographed by the drone, and coordinated with the drone pilot to create the flight plan. Liam spent a half-day on the weekend with his team at the Upper School to watch the drone perform its mapping, “When I saw the drone, it was

super cool, a lot different than what I had seen before. It was like a fixed wing stealth plane. It takes photos and then stitches all the photos together.”

Liam combined the photos with his own elevation measurements he took using the classic survey tripod. Using these, he created a final map with data points to present to St. Andrew’s administrators.”It’s high definition enough even to see the rocks on the cross country trail. I’m hoping they can use it for accurate property planning.”

Liam says this project taught him “how to talk to people and ask for favors, and write formal emails. It was really fun to do and I’m glad it’s wrapping up.”

Next year Liam is looking forward to tinkering a bit in the mLAB, and playing soccer and lacrosse. SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 7

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Five Students Place at PSIA State Competition

Perfect Papers and Gold Medals In March, St. Andrew’s Latin students competed with over 143,000 students from 50 states and 24 countries in the National Latin Exam. Four students received Gold Medals and six received Silver Medals, the two highest awards on the exam. In all, 23 Upper School students were recognized with some kind of award.

Twenty-three St. Andrew’s Middle School students also took the exam, with 15 of them scoring above the national average and earning awards. William Sykes ’23 earned a Perfect Paper Certificate for answering every question correctly on the 40-question exam. Additionally, Middle Schooler Bering Edwards ’22 competed in three exams with the Upper School Latin students. He earned Silver Medals in the National Latin Vocabulary Exam and National Classical Etymology Exam and a Gold Medal in the National Roman Civilization Exam.

Congratulations to all of our award winners! SAS

Kindergartners Build Cityscape On April 27, parents were guided through a beautiful botanical garden, a hospital, a farm, a recycling center, a toad garden village and many other unique places as the kindergartners transformed Eleanor Hall into a bustling cityscape of their own design for parents to visit. The Cityscape project culminated the kindergartners’ studies of how communities work together, which included many field trips in Austin to see a city in action. SAS 8 • St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org

After placing first or second in the Private Schools Interscholastic Association (PSIA) District meet, Claudia Ellington ’22, James Graham ’26, Ainsley Owen ’25, Ella Parker ’22, Anna Wayne ’24, and Avery Wayne ’22 headed to the PSIA State competition in April at Texas Christian University.

St. Andrew’s teacher Amy Zimmerman, who coordinated student participation, remarked, “We had students qualify for eight events and placed in five of them. I am extremely proud of these children for their perseverance and patience in preparation for this meet. It reminds me of Colossians 1:11: ‘Being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience.’”

Congratulations to our students, and thank you to our parent volunteers for helping them along the way! SAS

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“The Outsiders” Celebrity Visit Thrills Class of ’24

By Scott Jarrett, MS Digital Media Teacher S.E. Hinton’s “The Outsiders” came to life at St. Andrew’s when actors C. Thomas Howell (Ponyboy Curtis of “The Greasers”) and Darren Dalton (Randy Anderson of “The Socs”) thrilled the Class of 2024 with a two-hour visit made possible

by St. Andrew’s parents Adria and Brian Sheth.

Sixth-grader Deven Sheth ’24 introduced the pair, who spoke briefly then watched the rest of the 1983 film with the students.

Afterwards, they answered several questions from the students and shared some of their favorite memories from behind the scenes of the star-studded movie.

“We formed such a camaraderie and brotherhood—we were like a fraternity,” Howell told the students.

“The best part about it was the relationships we formed.”

“Every year we get new fans,” he said, referring to

the likes of the St. Andrew’s students and kids their age around the world.

According to a 2017 New York Times article celebrating the 50th anniversary of the book’s publication, “The Outsiders” has sold over 15 million copies. It is, “A remarkable novel about teenagers, for teenagers, by a teenager,” according to a book jacket for a first-edition hardcover copy. Hinton began writing the book, set in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 16 and published it when she was 18.

“I think that’s why it still resonates with teens, because they feel like that,” Hinton told the Times, “Your feelings are over the top. You’re feeling and seeing injustice, and you’re standing up against it.”

Howell said that when they made the film, directed by Francis Ford Coppola, he never expected it to become so popular. The book

by S.E. Hinton is so popular and widely-read, though, that

someone approaches him almost every day to ask him about the film.

Howell shared several anecdotes about the filming of the movie, emphasizing several moments that were included in the film that weren’t originally in the script.

Sixth grade English teacher Gracie Helms said “The Outsiders” is a fantastic book with which to the end the year. “This book seems to peak to timeless issues, the adolescent experience regardless of time and place, friendship, loyalty, identity and discovering healthy conflict resolution.”

Helms said that she read also “The Outsiders” in sixth grade and heard from a lot of St. Andrew’s parents who had also read it as kids and who loved that their children were now reading it. “It’s the kind of book that brings us together as a class and grade,” she said. “There’s merit to having a ‘community book’ that brings us back together at the end.”

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Project Citizen Lets Eighth-Graders Take Charge Project Citizen challenges eighth-graders to spend their spring trimester finding solutions to local or national issues through intensive research and interviews.

Their efforts culminate in live presentations at the Civics Fair in Dell Hall each May.

Jude Strelitz-Block ’22 MLS TEAM IN AUSTIN WHAT ISSUE DID YOU TACKLE? The Major League Soccer team in Columbus, Ohio (the Columbus Crew) is moving to Austin. The people in Columbus don’t want them to, and are protesting and suing the city.

There are questions about where we’d build a stadium here in Austin too.

WHAT WAS A FUN OR INTERESTING PART OF THIS PROJECT? I got to meet with some MLS reps in Austin, and I got a call with the owner of the Columbus Crew. SAS

Max Domel ’22 PROS AND CONS OF GENTRIFICATION IN EAST AUSTIN WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO RESEARCH THIS? In history class we had a project to visit a historical site in Austin. I picked the restaurant Hillside Farmacy which I learned used to be a black-owned pharmacy. I was shocked that in 1928 they put all the black residents in this one area, and now they’re being displaced, which seems unfair.

WHAT WAS CHALLENGING FOR YOU? I reached out to activist groups, but it’s hard to get people to talk to you. I would suggest next year’s students setup as many interviews as possible. SAS

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Update from “Loads of Love”: Dear Kavya,

Kavya Srinivasan ’22 WASHERS AND DRYERS FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES, “LOADS OF LOVE” WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ADDRESS THIS? I worked with a refugee family over the summer, and I talked to teachers who can tell their students don’t have access to laundry facilities, and I thought it would be easy to put those in schools.

DESCRIBE SOME CHALLENGES YOU FACED. I contacted the Title I schools in AISD, some were interested in it, so I got in touch with Lowes and Best Buy for washer/dryer donations but there were complications with that. So I found a way to raise money through the Donors Choose website. SAS

I received the most wonderful news today! Our Loads of Love laundry project has been fully funded! Our entire staff is so thrilled and excited, knowing that we will be able to provide this help for our students in need. I want to extend my most heartfelt thanks to you for your assistance with this very special project.

You have truly been a guardian angel to us. By finding our project and engaging your school community, you were the one to brought so much momentum to our project. Once we had a couple of donations, I was so pleasantly surprised to see the project become a reality in just a few short days.

Thank you so very much to you and to your school community. This means so much to all of us here at Momauguin! What a blessing this is! I feel like we have a sister school in TX now :) Thank you so much!

Julie Gordon

East Haven Public Schools

At Momauguin Elementary in the East Haven, Connecticut school district, 64% of students are from low‑income households. Kavya’s project impacted 294 students with $1,552 raised.

Arden Luthy ’22 DANGERS FACED BY CHILD IMMIGRANTS WHO DID YOU INTERVIEW? I met with one of the VP’s of Southwest Key Programs, which provides legal services.

HOW DID YOUR CLASSES PREPARE YOU FOR THIS PROJECT? We’d had a Civics class which helped. I think my email and interview skills got better through this process, and my confidence level talking to adults too. SAS

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St. Andrew’s Hosts 2nd Annual “Girls Impact the World” Film Festival St. Andrew’s hosted Connecther’s second annual “Girls Impact the World Film Festival” this spring at the Dell Fine Arts Center to celebrate the accomplishments of filmmakers from around the country and world. Head of School Sean Murphy and Director of Diversity Kendall Evans welcomed the crowd of nearly 400.

support them and show them that they do not stand alone.

We chose locations that featured empowered women whether they were playing sports, doing classwork, or even just feeling comfortable in front of the lens.”

The message Ethan hopes viewers take away is that, “To win the fight for women’s rights it will take everyone. We must all stand together to try to make a difference.” SAS

This was the first year St. Andrew’s students submitted a film and made it to the final round of consideration. Applied Filmmaking students Kevin Keelan ’19 (editor/sound recordist), Ethan Huie ’19 (director), and Ford Chupik ’18 (cinematography) submitted their original piece “Women and Men” for the Stand Up Men category.

Ethan says, “It felt amazing to be nominated. This is the first contest I have ever had a video nominated for and I hope that this isn’t the last. I knew the piece was strong, but I was ecstatic to learn that we were actually receiving outside interest in the film.”

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Photography by Jennifer M. Ramos

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Mountain ’18 Youngest Soloist in Bernstein’s Centennial Celebration Stone Mountain ’18 was the youngest of eight soloists selected to perform in Leonard Bernstein’s “Mass” on June 29–30, 2018, in honor of the renowned composer’s centennial birthday.

“Mass” featured over 250 adult and youth singers, dancers, and instrumentalists. Stone said, “It is such an amazing opportunity to get to work with all of these incredible professional performers, and I think all of us hope this concert works as an opportunity to reintroduce younger generations to classical and musical theatre music.” When asked how he prepared for his performance, Stone remarked, “The concert is enormous so it took a lot of work to memorize and perfect all the different songs. I listened a European recording for the show and worked with [St. Andrew’s Upper School Choir Director] Mrs. Gasco to make sure we got everything just right.” This fall, Stone will be attending the internationally renowned University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. SAS Photos courtesy of Peggy Keelan and Linda Mountain.

Fall Musical Wins Three Categories at 2018 GAHSMTA Congrats to our Upper School students whose fall musical “Catch Me If You Can” won them three categories at the Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards on April 18! Stone Mountain ’18 won Best Actor for his portrayal of Frank Abagnale, Jr., and our theatre program won Best Musical Direction and Best Costume Design. SAS

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6th Grade’s “Beauty and The Beast” The sixth grade put on a stunning musical performance of the Disney classic “Beauty and The Beast” this spring. Their stamina was tested with three special preview performances for their St. Andrew’s peers before the official performances on April 13–14. Thanks to parent volunteer photographer Peggy Keelan for capturing the beautiful performance.

Drama teacher Jason Kruger explained the sixth grade musical as, “An introduction for our students to an entire theatre production process, both in front and behind the curtain: auditioning, designing sets, props, and costumes, learning blocking and choreography, the list continues.”

Sofiya Herter ’24, who played Belle, said, “I love this role because Belle is one of the first princesses to save the prince, and she is one of the most independent, brave, determined, kind, smart, and beautiful princesses ever.”

Grayson Coffin ’24, who played The Beast, said, “I enjoyed playing The Beast because I have never had a main role and it was really fun to do all of the acting.”

When it comes to musical theatre, there are always challenges along the way. For Sofiya, “[t]he most challenging aspect was the confidence. At the beginning, I wasn’t very confident in my singing, and it was hard for me to sing in front of all of my peers. But musical theater has helped me gain so much confidence, and has even helped me grow as a person, so it isn’t a challenge anymore for me.” For Grayson, “The most challenging part was memorizing my lines. Putting on a musical is not easy and takes a lot of work.” SAS

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Middle School Tackles Full Version of “Into The Woods” “I loved making new friends that I don’t normally talk to at school.

Now, I feel so much closer to them.

I learned that everyone has special and different talents, and musical theatre is a quick and easy outlet to help different people to learn how to shine. I want to say thank you to Mr. Kruger who really helped me grow as an actress, Ms. Blancken for being a loving and nurturing

St. Andrew’s Middle Schoolers took on the full version of Stephen Sondheim’s musical “Into The Woods” this spring under the guidance of teachers Jason Kruger and Annie Blancken. Thinking of the musical challenges, Annie remarks, “The students had to work very closely with me to learn the complicated rhythmic and lyrical passages in this musical. It is truly amazing that they were able to perform it! Most middle schools do a junior version, which excludes the second act. We chose to do the full version, which was a huge risk. The students rose to the challenge beautifully!”

With so much to remember, students get nervous on opening night, but to help them, Annie says: “We do a lot of exercises to help with nerves such as visualization, breathing, focus exercises, and if necessary, we talk with the kids one on one. They all handle their nerves so well, and once they get started, momentum helps them to keep going!” SAS

teacher that was an incredible musical director, and my parents for supporting me throughout the amazing production.”

BELLA CASTRO ’22—THE WITCH

Thanks to parent volunteer photographer, Peggy Keelan!

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“The feeling of family with the cast is really cool, I met and became pretty good friends with people I never thought I would talk to. I had never done musical theatre before and I learned a lot about diction. This production was a lot of hard work, and I want to say ‘thank you’ to my directors Annie Blancken and Jason Kruger, our costume designer Celia Kilgore, our choreographer Ms. Davison, my voice coach Audrey Jane Baldwin, and to honor Divy Nelson, my former teacher who “Something I love about being in musical theatre is the opportunities you have to grow as a person

was Audrey’s aunt.”

OLIVER MANN ’23—PRINCE CHARMING

while working hard. I think the relationships you build during tech week are some of the greatest bonds, sometimes working on connecting with other characters can create an opportunity for us to come together around a common goal. Also, I love the chance we have to stand up and tell the story to audiences, specifically the young ones. It feels really moving when a first-grader comes up to you and asks you if you’re Little Red Riding Hood and that you’ve taught her a lot. This production was a lot of hard work, and I want to say thank you to our amazing directors, the great cast/crew, and our parents.

They work so hard to make this happen every year, and we couldn’t do it without them.”

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St. Andrew’s senior athlete honoree, Billy Clark.

St. Andrew’s senior athlete honoree, Jaxon Cady.

St. Andrew’s Sends Five Athletes to NCAA Wearing their collegiate gear, seniors Jaxon Cady ’18, Billy Clark ’18, Hanna Judycki ’18, and Gabriel Kennedy ’18 signed their letters of intent for NCAA-level competition to roaring applause and a standing ovation before posing for pictures with their coaches and families in a special chapel ceremony this spring.

Since graduation, Chandon Chhikara ’18 has agreed to run cross-country and track-and-field for Pepperdine University.

As a St. Andrew’s alumnus himself, Director of Athletics Jeff McCrary (MS ’94) knows the level of hard work, dedication, and talent that leads to this accomplishment.

He says, “These student-athletes have put an incredible amount of time into their respective sports, and they have excelled in the classroom as well, as evidenced by the colleges they will attend.”

Jaxon will play baseball and Billy will run track-and-field for Rhodes College, Hanna will play soccer and softball for Sewanee (University of the South), and Gabriel will swim for Southern Methodist University.

This is the sixteenth year that St. Andrew’s has sent high school graduates to NCAA competition since the Upper School was founded in 1998. SAS

St. Andrew’s senior athlete honoree, Gabriel Kennedy.

St. Andrew’s senior athlete honoree, Hanna Judycki.

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Physical Education, Athletics Set the Stage for Movement, Health and Excellence

By Jeff McCrary (MS ’94), Director of Athletics This has been a busy year for the Physical Education and Athletics department. As we merged the two previously separate departments, there was a lot of planning, meeting (and hiring!) that needed to be done.

Earlier in the spring, Josh Nelson led our full-time Physical Education and Athletics staff through a mission workshop. In those conversations, we determined the characteristics of good PE lesson plans and athletics practices. We also came up with a list of characteristics that a student who has participated in the SAS PE/Athletics program will exhibit.

From that workshop, we developed a new mission statement for the newly combined department: “The mission of the St. Andrew’s Episcopal School PE/Athletics Department is to build the foundation for a lifetime of physical fitness and well-being within a positive environment that empowers each student to reach their full potential.”

This mission statement will help guide us in the decision-making process, whether it be lesson planning, developing a practice plan, or larger philosophical conversations.

As we launch into this new K–12 Physical Education/Athletics structure, there are many changes that have been implemented. Some of the highlights include: 1) A more intentional vertical alignment and progression of skill development through our Physical Education program, as it blends into our athletics program, which begins in 5th grade.

2) Continued and increased exposure through our PE program to the various sports that we offer, as well as a more intentional alignment of our Strength and Conditioning program.

3) Four new full-time Physical Education teachers, who will also serve as coaches.

4) We will now offer Strength and Conditioning and Physical Education during the day at the Upper School, which will allow students the opportunity for more physical fitness.

5) An increased amount of practice time and space for 5th–8th grade athletics.

“As it exists today, our Physical Education and Athletics programs are separate entities.

An important change to this approach involves combining both programs to create a stronger, more cohesive student experience from kindergarten to 12th grade.”

HEAD OF SCHOOL SEAN MURPHY

The combining of departments will undoubtedly play a key role in the development and overall ability to learn, be healthy, and compete. With enhanced learning opportunities, daily fitness classes, and a common goal, the future indeed looks bright for both the in- and after-school athletic endeavors.

Head of School Sean Murphy recently shared, “As it exists today, our Physical Education and Athletics programs are separate entities. An important change to this approach involves combining both programs to create a stronger, more cohesive student experience from kindergarten to 12th grade.”

With potential new facilities on the horizon and outstanding staff already in place, the hope is that this merger will be the catalyst that helps set St. Andrew’s apart from its competition and keep us all #ChargingForward! SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 19

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McWilliams ’20 Competes With Passion

by Josh Blumenthal, Assistant Athletic Director As far as personal accomplishments go, the elite junior rider has qualified for a large number of some of the most prestigious horse shows around the country, including the National Horse Show (Lexington, KY) and Winter Equestrian Festival (Palm Beach, FL).

“Balancing school and riding can be hard, especially since the majority of my weekends are filled up with horses.”

Additionally he has been selected as one of 16 in national finalists to compete at the Emerging Athletes program and one of 150 to compete at the illustrious Maclay Finals.

OWEN MCWILLIAMS ’20

He competes about twice a month, with most shows out of state. The sport and its commitments make it difficult for McWilliams to not miss school from time-to-time, but he uses his travel time wisely to catch up on missed work.

“Balancing school and riding can be hard, especially since the majority of my weekends are filled up with horses,” he stated.

Much like many SAS students, Owen McWilliams ’20 puts a ton of effort into his studies. However unlike others, he does a large majority while riding English style horseback.

The rising junior is an accomplished equestrian rider who spends the better portion of a seven- day week riding at Switch Willo Stables for upwards of four hours per day.

“I ride five days a week, tacking up, grooming, having lessons, and spending time with my friends,” McWilliams said. When asked what truly stands out for him with regard to his love of the sport, McWilliams was quick to point out that his favorite aspect is “the feeling of jumping a horse and the animal itself. Horses are such spirited creatures, and it is a joy to work with them every day.”

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When asked what both his short and long term plans were regarding his continuation of the sport, McWilliams simply replied, “I hope to continue riding and competing horses all my life.

I don’t know what I would do without these animals in my life.”

Owen McWilliams not only succeeds at horseback riding, but at a young age has learned the true meaning of a worklife balance. SAS

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Sarahans Honored with Pat Hazel Award The Sarahan family was honored in April for their years serving Austin’s homeless through the Trinity Center with the Pat Hazel Award at the Barbara Jordan Celebration. This is the first time an entire family has been recognized with the award. We’re so proud to have these servant leaders in our St. Andrew’s community—congratulations Sarah, Paul, and rising seniors Kate and Will!

Kate and Will Sarahan ’19 began volunteering for the homeless community in the sixth grade as part of their Good Shepherd youth group. Their mother, Sarah, was asked to serve as the Good Shepherd coordinator with Trinity Center.

Kate explains, “We spent a lot of time in the kitchen preparing food, then as people came through the food line we started talking to them. As we got more comfortable, we stepped out of the kitchen to interact with them. Now, it feels like seeing your friends at school.”

Will agrees, “They’re just like us, they just have less. They have really cool stories about their lives.”

The Sarahan’s regular presence at the Trinity Center established them as the

favorite go-to volunteers. Will says, “Different churches rotate through the holidays, but this year no one was available for New Year’s Eve, so we had a cake and photo booth for them.”

like work, so to be recognized for that was surprising.”

“Homelessness is isolating. Even just waving to them shows that

But the real gift to the community is “building the relationships. Homelessness is isolating. Even just waving to them shows that you care. Over the years, we see the same faces, and they always ask how we are and what we’re doing. They know us on a personal level.”

you care. Over the years, we see the same faces, and they always ask how we are and what we’re doing. They know us on a personal level.”

WILL SARAHAN

Will and Kate credit their parents as being strong servant leaders. Will says, “When we lived in Houston my mom volunteered as a legal aid for the homeless, and my dad served on the board of a homeless organization. It’s a cause they’ve dedicated their lives to, so they’ve modeled for us what being a servant is like and how we should live our lives. You can enjoy what you have and also give back.”

As rising seniors, Will and Kate will continue serving their community this summer: volunteering with Trinity, Good Shepherd, Breakthrough, El Buen Samaritano, and going on a mission trip to a Native American reservation in South Dakota.

When Kate found out they were being honored for their work, she says, “I was in shock, I didn’t realize how big our impact was. Our whole family does it together and enjoys it so it doesn’t feel

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When they aren’t wearing their “servant” hats, you’ll find Kate on the cheer team and in choir practice, and Will running on the cross-country and track teams.

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Sherman Sisters Donate Their LLS Scholarship This year Clara and Hasie Sherman ’19 raised an incredible $255,000 in seven weeks for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) earning them the “Students of the Year” award. As the winners, the Shermans received a $2,500 scholarship to the college of their choice, and generously decided to donate their scholarship award to Enrique Avila, a 17-year-old blood cancer survivor.

Photo from Fox7Austin.com

Clara explains, “Last year’s winner, Chase Bradley, chose to donate his scholarship to a senior and cancer survivor, so we were inspired to do the same. With the help of LLS, we were connected with Enrique, who is now in remission. Enrique and his family have raised over $100,000 for LLS, so we believed he was very deserving of the scholarship.”

Alumna Kennedy McCormack ’16, a Lymphoma survivor and good friend of the Sherman’s, came to St. Andrew’s on April 16 to present them with their scholarship award during chapel service. Clara says: “Kennedy was a senior on our volleyball team our freshman year. This fall she came to one of our games and approached us about representing St. Andrew’s for the LLS campaign. We agreed without hesitation because we wanted to honor her and all other cancer patients we have known, including our mother.” SAS

Honduras Trip Inspires Professional Growth Before The Most Reverend Michael Curry was in the public spotlight for his royal wedding sermon, Lower School teacher Heather Robinson, knew him as the gregarious presiding bishop of the Episcopal church who gladly posed with her for a selfie on her service trip to Honduras. “It was incredibly cool to meet him in person,” she says.

Honduras was not randomly selected, Heather says, “Both my dad and stepmom are bi-vocational missionaries who split their time between Honduras and Atlanta.

My dad is the former president of Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), and he’s deeply committed to the growth of schools in Honduras.”

Heather was in Honduras for five days to visit three Episcopal schools for, “a church gathering and celebration with worship. I got to visit classrooms and see their resources, and I was surprised. Good Shepherd in San Pedro Sulva is not a typical thirdworld school, they have computer labs, air conditioning, and basketball courts. Obviously, they are an exception, but it was still really interesting to see the similarities in their teaching practices. Their students learn English through music, like we teach Spanish here.”

Ideally, Heather would like to “build connections between the students there and here, maybe as pen pals. It was really inspiring to see how similar kids are, no matter where you are in the world, that universality of play is so true. We talk a lot about play as key to learning at St. Andrew’s, and I think that’s true wherever you are.” SAS 22 • St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org

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Eagle Scout Project Improves CruPARK Sam McCarthy-Potter ’19 describes how he “On the day of the project, Cord Mazzetti ’19, Camryn Evans ’21 and achieved the highest honor in Boy Scouts—the Kristin Fowler ’21. The live edge slabs were the hardest part was designation of Eagle Scout—with a St. Andrew’s donated by Matthew and Daniel Baugh. I moving five tons of mulch. began physically preparing the site much CruPARK improvement project. Sam is one It was also important for of three St. Andrew’s students in Troop 5 earlier and did follow-up work afterwards, who recently achieved Eagle Scout: Benjamin about 20 total work hours. me to make sure everyone Shepherd ’19 and Matthew Tobias ’18 were was safe and successful honored in February at the State Capitol in the DESCRIBE SOME OF THE CHALLENGES at their work.”

Eagle Scout Court of Honor. To achieve Eagle YOU FACED WITH THIS PROJECT. Scout, they earned 21 merit badges spanning On the day of the project, the hardest part leadership, service, and outdoor skills, and completed a service was moving five tons of mulch. It was also important for me project that benefits the community. to make sure everyone was safe and successful at their work.

We had to cancel it earlier due to the heat.

HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THE IDEA FOR THIS PROJECT? HOW DID IT FEEL ONCE YOU SAW THE FINAL PRODUCT? When I was first looking into my Eagle Project, I think it turned out amazing! I am so pleased at how it came [CruPARK director] Mr. Mele was developing the together and that there were no injuries, although my feet new land that St. Andrew’s have seen better days. recently purchased. I fell in love with the places he showed me, HOW DO YOU THINK THIS NEW specifically the old oak and SPACE WILL IMPACT YOUR the pond.

COMMUNITY? I hope that people will use it.

HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YOU TO Before St. Andrew’s never had COMPLETE IT? DID YOU HAVE a permanent pond, but now we ANY HELPERS OR ADVISORS? have an amazing space next to I started the process in December our pond with natural shade! I 2017. It took a lot of time to identify think it would be great place for the specifics of the project and 8th period. receive Troop 5 and Boy Scout approval. The manual work was HOW CAN VISITORS ACCESS IT? four hours with approximately 20 The old oak and pond are people from Troop 5, and SAS connected to the cross-country students Matthew Tobias ’18, trails. SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 23

SAS Community Raises Over $625K for Financial Aid Students St. Andrew’s parents, faculty, and friends tapped into their generous spirits to raise over $625,000 at the Spring Gala for Financial Aid on April 21. These funds will directly benefit 143 St. Andrew’s students who rely on financial assistance to make their dream of a St. Andrew’s education possible.

This year’s Gala Chair, St. Andrew’s parent Angie Berry, coordinated a volunteer Spring Gala for committee of over 90 parents to create a Financial Aid memorable evening at The Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Austin. Reflecting on Saturday the final tally, Angie says, “When I think April 13, 2019 of the impact these funds will have on our students, I feel overwhelmed. I was a child whose education was transformed by scholarship and financial aid monies. I know first hand the dramatic impact these funds can make on a child’s future.”

Save the Date!

Approximately 159 St. Andrew’s students are on some type of need-based financial aid, which represents about 18 percent of our student body.

St. Andrew’s is proud to distribute approximately $1.8 million in financial aid support annually.

The night kicked off with music by Big Night Quartet, featuring St. Andrew’s second grade teacher and jazz crooner Andy Boutot.

Guests sipped on cocktails, bid on premium silent auction items, and tested their luck with the Kendra Scott jewelry box pull before dinner in the ballroom. LS/MS Chaplain Ashley Brandon offered a blessing of gratitude for the giving hearts in attendance, and Head of Upper School Todd Stephenson reiterated that gratitude, emphasizing the powerful effect financial aid has on the entire school community.

Auctioneer George Vaught rallied attendees to bid big for a worthy cause on the live auction items: a 10-day trip to Vietnam, a private-collection tequila tasting and dinner, a stay at exclusive California Golf Club, UT Touchdown Club tickets, a week-long stay in The Box House outside Los Angeles, a custom Diana Greenberg painting, a private dinner at Uchiko, VIP tickets to Formula 1, and a downtown Austin staycation package.

For the second year in a row, the Sheth family generously matched each dollar pledged during Paddles Up, bringing in a stunning total of $256,900 for that portion of the evening alone. The energetic room fell to a rare hush as Head of Lower School Kama Bruce pulled the name of the golf cart raffle winner: congrats to Kristin and Greg Gish, parents of first-grader Teddy and kindergartner Cecily!

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Local rock band Groove Knight closed the evening with all the favorite pop-rock hits that had guests dancing the night away.

As part of the Spring Gala fundraiser, the Online Teacher Auction raised $34,490. In appreciation to our faculty who donated their time, talent, and dollars to make this year’s auction so successful, St. Andrew’s raffled off gift cards to Bonhomie and Odd Duck. Congrats to winners Rebecca Jobe and Heather Robinson!

All proceeds from the Gala go toward St. Andrew’s Financial Aid program, ensuring its doors remain open to the best and brightest students regardless of their socioeconomic status. SAS

THANK YOU TOP SPONSORS The Sheth Family Realty Austin— Yvette and Jonathan Boatwright Kristin Orr Miller and David J. Miller Shepherd 5 Points Family Foundation—Robin and Gene Shepherd August Morgan by Kate Hersch RetailMeNot Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille Ameriprise Financial Anonymous (2) Kathryn & Kyle Chandler Rachel & Stephen Cook Edie Rogat & Cotter Cunningham Jazz & Francois Du Pasquier Amy & Randy Erben Dr. & Mrs. Stephen Mulva Anna & Jason Near The Antonelli, Curry, Demerath, Haney, and Yang Families

THANK YOU LIVE AUCTION DONORS! Anonymous Sarah Avery and Matt Wayne Huyen Cao and Shane Hayes Martha and Greg Clay Diana Greenberg Katy McCallum/Stratus Properties Linus Nelson Uchiko Yvette and Jason Wesbecher

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the Class of 2018

Congratulations to our 99 scholars, artists, athletes, and servants who graduated as the Class of 2018 on June 2nd!

Jamal Aghazadeh Jasmine Aghazadeh Sofia Alcocer Adam Alvarado Addison Avery Fletcher Barnhill Angela Barrow Pema Bear Rylan Bennigson Sara Bezdany Blake Birdwell Alexander Briggs Dylan Bryant

Grace Buechler Jaxon Cady Bowie Casey Oliver Chapin-Eiserloh Chandon Chhikara Carolyn Christian William Chupik Lachlan Claman William Clark Julia Coe Emma Collins Katherine Cowan Riley Cummins

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Victoria Curtin Catherine Davis Cason Doyle Collin Duncan Katherine Dyson Robert Eiland Isabella Evans Molly Fox Tucker Freeman Mary Alex Frishman Elita Gao James Gernstein Lucas Glass

William Greskovich Colton Gunnarson Jack Guttell Kathryn Hellmund Anna Hentschel Jillian Hollon Mitchell Holmberg Henry Howard Sophie Hudson Emma Hutcheson Ruvi Jaimes Sanddhya Jayabalan Brandon Jerome

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CLASS OF 2018 FAST FACTS 99 graduates 901 applications submitted to 253 different colleges/ universities around the world Average of 9 applications submitted per student, resulting in average of 5 college choices

Accepted to schools in 38 states plus D.C. as well as schools in Canada, England, France, Scotland, and The Netherlands

64 will leave Texas for college 5 will compete in at least 1 NCAA sport 4 will leave the United States for college

1 will take a gap year before going to college

20% will attend a school where they received a scholarship

Hanna Judycki Gabriel Kennedy Rachel Kim Luisa Koitzsch Rebecca Konradi Jimena Landa Catán Stewart Lerner Madison Leyens Alexis Lilley Shannon Long Cian Lynch Rachel Madison Sameer Malik

Julia McCann-Pewitt Sage McKie Nathalie McMahon Stone Mountain William Nickerson Coatsworth Ostendorf Sydney Parrish Alexandra Patterson Sandra Pomeleo-Fowler Parisa Poorfard Selinda Qiu Kelsey Qualters Theodore Rankin

Pace Renner Francesca Reyna McKenna Rishel Gabriel Rocha Erin Rusek Abigail Schell Jacquelyn Smith Lana Soileau Alexis Stapleton Kacey Swearingen Deepa Telang Haley Thames Max Throop

Matthew Tobias Nicholas Topfer Jeffrey Wang David Winslett Carson Witt Cameron Yancy Nicholas Youngberg Abigail Zapalac

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Graduation Prize Recipients

Last year’s winner Maddie Bradshaw ’17 with Matthew Tobias ’18

THE LUCY COLLINS NAZRO AWARD

Matthew Austin Tobias

This award is reserved for that remarkable individual who contributes in original ways to improve the life of the students, faculty, and staff of St. Andrew’s. This honor goes to that senior whose enthusiasm, joy, and leadership best reflect the qualities of our former Head of School, Lucy Collins Nazro.

Last year’s winners Cameron Scott ’17 and Christian Erben ’17 with Rachel Kim ’18

THE CORNERSTONE AWARDS

Rachel Kim and Molly Shae Fox

For that senior who fully embraces the mission of St. Andrew’s “to provide an enriched academic program within a Christian environment emphasizing the fulfillment of each student’s potential.” Established to commemorate the Class of 2002, the Cornerstone Award recognizes courage, creativity, and love of school.

Last year’s winners Will Sheehan ’17 and Katherine Salinas ’17 with Katherine Dyson ’18

THE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Katherine Mary Dyson

For outstanding academic achievement, passion for learning, and pursuit of excellence.

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Last year’s winners Christian Erben ’17 and Cameron Scott ’17 with Molly Fox ’18

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Departmental Award Winners Awarded for exemplary performance during a student’s entire Upper School experience.

THE HUMANITIES AWARDS

RILEY ANNE CUMMINS, SANDDHYA JAYABALAN, CAMERON MARCUS YANCY,

NICHOLAS RICHARD YOUNGBERG THE PACKWOOD MATH AWARDS

KATHERINE MARY DYSON, SANDDHYA JAYABALAN, STEWART DOUGLAS LERNER THE SCIENCE AWARDS Last year’s winner Rachel Nezzer ’17 with Carolyn Christian ’18

THE HILARY H. CARLSON AWARD

Carolyn Xuan Christian

This award goes to that senior who most clearly exhibits dramatic personal growth throughout high school. By fulfilling individual potential and living out the ideals valued by the St. Andrew’s community, this senior best illustrates the meaning of my predecessor Hilary Carlson’s favorite quotation, “To whom much has been given, much is expected.”

KATHERINE MARY DYSON, SANDDHYA JAYABALAN, ABIGAIL JANE SCHELL

THE MANDARIN LANGUAGE AWARD

ABIGAIL JANE SCHELL THE SPANISH LANGUAGE AWARD

RACHEL NICOLE MADISON THE LATIN AWARD

JULIA ELIZABETH MCCANN-PEWITT THE POLYGLOT AWARD

CAROLYN XUAN CHRISTIAN THE WARREN DICKSON MUSIC AWARDS

TUCKER GREY FREEMAN, CARSON PATRICK WITT THE VISUAL ART AWARDS

MADISON OLIVIA LEYENS, SANDRA POMELEO-FOWLER THE DRAMA AWARD

ALEXIS CATHERINE STAPLETON THE TECH THEATER AWARD

KELSEY LYNN QUALTERS Last year’s winners Sophie Mesches ’17 and Taylor Thompson ’17 with Sanddhya Jayabalan ’18

THE SCOTT FIELD BAILEY SERVICE AWARD

Sanddhya Jayabalan

For for that senior whose dedication, selflessness, and deep concern for others best exemplify the St. Andrew’s ideal that its students lead productive and responsible lives in their community.

THE FILMMAKING AWARD

WILLIAM LANGFORD CHUPIK THE RELIGIOUS STUDIES AWARD

RILEY ANNE CUMMINS THE ATHLETE AWARDS

MARY ALEXANDRA FRISHMAN, JACK DAVID GUTTELL,

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Class of 2018 College Acceptances & Choices The University of Alabama American University (2) The American University of Paris Appalachian State University Arizona State University The University of Arizona University of Arkansas Art Center College of Design Auburn University Austin College Babson College Bard College Bates College Baylor University (3) Belmont University University of Birmingham Boston College Boston University Brandeis University University of British Columbia California State Polytechnic University–Pomona California State Polytechnic University—San Luis Obispo California State University, Long Beach University of California, Berkeley University of California, Davis University of California, Los Angeles University of California, San Diego University of California, Santa Barbara Carleton College Carnegie Mellon University Case Western Reserve University The Catholic University of America

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will compete in at least 1 NCAA sport Chapman University College of Charleston University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music Claremont McKenna College Clemson University Colgate University University of Colorado at Boulder (6) Colorado College University of Colorado— Colorado Springs

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of the Class of 2018 will leave Texas for college Colorado State University Columbia College Chicago Connecticut College University of Dallas Davidson College University of Denver DePaul University Dickinson College DigiPen Institute of Technology Durham University The University of Edinburgh Elon University Emerson College Emory University (after a gap year) University of Evansville University of Exeter Flagler College University of Florida Fordham University Franklin & Marshall College The George Washington University Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology University of Georgia Gonzaga University Hamilton College—New York Hofstra University University of Houston University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Indiana University at Bloomington The University of Iowa Ithaca College Johns Hopkins University Juniata College University of Kansas University of Kentucky Kenyon College Knox College Lancaster University Lehigh University Leiden University College The Hague Lewis & Clark College Louisiana State University Loyola Marymount University (2) Loyola University Chicago Macalester College Marist College University of Mary Hardin-Baylor McDaniel College

McGill University The University of Memphis Miami University, Oxford Michigan State University University of Michigan Millsaps College University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Mississippi State University University of Mississippi Missouri State University Missouri University of Science and Technology The University of Montana, Missoula

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will take a gap year before college The New School—Parsons School of Design (2) New York University (2) The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Wilmington North Carolina State University University of North Texas Northeastern University Occidental College Oklahoma City University The University of Oklahoma University of Oregon Otterbein University Pace University, New York City University of Pennsylvania Pepperdine University Pitzer College Point Park University University of Portland Pratt Institute University of Puget Sound Purdue University (2) University of Redlands Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhodes College (3) Rice University (2) University of Richmond Roger Williams University Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology University of San Diego San Francisco Art Institute University of San Francisco San Jose State University Santa Clara University Savannah College of Art & Design

School of the Art Institute of Chicago School of the Visual Arts Seattle University Sewanee: The University of the South Skidmore College Smith College Sonoma State University University of South Carolina University of Southern California Southern Methodist University (3) Southwestern University University of St Andrews St. Edward’s University St. John’s College St. Lawrence University Suffolk University University of Tennessee, Knoxville Texas A&M University Texas Christian University (8) Texas Lutheran University Texas State University Texas Tech University University of Texas, Austin (13) The University of Texas, Dallas The University of Texas, San Antonio University of Toronto Trinity University (2) Tufts University (2) Tulane University United States Air Force Academy

176 Different colleges and universities accepted members of the Class of 2018

United States Naval Academy University of Utah Virginia Tech University of Virginia Wake Forest University Washington University in St. Louis University of Washington Webster University Whitman College Willamette University College of William and Mary University of Wisconsin, Madison University of Wyoming

*Schools highlighted in blue represent where one or more members (noted by the number in parenthesis) of the Class of 2018 is enrolled.

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Thanks to our campers and counselors for a great

Summer at St. Andrew’s

F I ND MORE #SUM M E R AT SAS ON I N S TAGR A M

We hope to see you again next summer!

W W W. SA SAU S T I N .O R G/S U M M E R

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GRADUATION 2018

the Class of 2022

Caroline Leigh Anderson*

Benjamin Walker Ingram-Eiser*

Jory Dietz Richardson

Michael Thomas Barrow*

Sabrina Schulz Kalmans*

Anne Elizabeth Rives*

Taylor Lily Blackwood*

Lindsay Beckham Kayser*

Lauren Isabel Robertson*

Andrew Mason Bohnsack*

John Aubry Keliehor

Arman Rokhsaz*

Sarah Whitten Cary*

Hayden Alexander Kern*

Audrey Grace Schultz*

Isabella Sammons Castro*

Jacob Harrison Kruger

Beck Michael Scott

Cole Joseph De Giacomo*

Brady Russell Kurad*

Ella Kelea Sheehan*

Max Eskow Domel*

Kristopher Michael Latreille

Mackenzie Dale Soldano*

Bering Thomas Edwards*

Lucy Webb Layne*

Samantha Grace Sparks*

Delaney Paige Eiland*

Daniel James Ledet

Graham Liam Speight*

William Gray Eiland

Sam Langdon Levy

Kavya Srinivasan*

Claudia Catherine Ellington*

Frances Lorraine Lewis*

Olivia Claire Stapleton*

Grant David Feldman

Heather Keen Long

Chaz Ryan Stitzer

Antonio Miguel Flores*

Arden Victoria Luthy*

Anna May Rains Stouse*

Adora Gao*

Caroline Anne Martineau*

Bray Owen Stratton*

Elle Kena Garcia*

Cian Sean Bond McClanahan

Jude August Strelitz-Block*

Joshua Donald Gilbert*

Hunter Timberlake McDonald

Eli Joseph Sutton

Dexter Preston Glassco*

Grace Katherine McGrath

McKenzie Grace Swanson*

Anne Elizabeth Goldman*

Cecile Rose McWilliams*

Luke McCullough Thompson

Sarah Lanier Goodrum*

Michaela Olivia Mgba*

Mia Anne Tobias*

David Frank Greskovich*

Colten Chennault Molak*

Maja Anne Urban*

Kendall Kaufman Hall*

Jack Corley Nelson

Avery Arlene Wayne*

Jackson Benjamin Hanson*

Mary Caroline Nelson

Luke Janzen Weaver*

Jack Diego Hornaday*

Ella Raye Parker*

Ethan John Williams

Hanna Grace Hutcheson

Ethan Zane Parker

* with distinction

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GRADUATION 2018

Graduation Prize Recipients

Alice Nezzer, Head of Middle School, with Michaela Mgba ’22, Mackenzie Soldano ’22, Bray Stratton ’22, and Tim Moore, Middle School Dean of Students.

THE FACULTY AWARD

ADRIENNE GROOMS AWARD

BILL COSTAS AWARD

Michaela Mgba

Mackenzie Soldano

Bray Stratton

In 2017 the MS Faculty established a new award to recognize a student who most clearly exhibited great personal growth both academically and socially during his or her Middle School years and who began to realize his or her potential. This student has learned from mistakes, taken advice to heart, and stretched himself or herself to be a better, more well-rounded young adult. As a result of his or her social and emotional growth and development of interpersonal skills, his or her performance in and out of the classroom has improved significantly as well. In the end, this award is what the Middle School years are all about!

This goes to the student who, in the eyes of the faculty, completely represents what St. Andrew’s is all about, a student who embodies the four pillars of Scholar, Artist, Athlete, Servant, and who, most importantly, is an exemplary citizen in our community.

This award was established in 2001 in memory of Bill Costas, our long time math teacher and colleague who emphasized a positive work ethic in his students. This award is given to a student who works diligently at his or her responsibilities, does not necessarily get the top results, but who keeps the faith, and demonstrates good cheer about any task or challenge.

Whether it be in plowing through a math assignment, hiking 13 miles at Big Bend, or being a good steward of our community, this student consistently demonstrates hard work, dedication, and good cheer.

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WE ARE SCHOLARS ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Calling Cru alumni from the Class of 1980— this is your reunion year!

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ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI WE ARE SCHOLARS SPOTLIGHT

Phillips Nazro ’86 Phillips Nazro ’86 is living in New York City, and recently joined Marc Jacobs International as Senior Vice President and General Counsel. SAS

Shannon Green Owen ’89 Shannon (Green) Owen ’89, was awarded the Sons of the American Revolution’s Martha Washington Award. This is given annually to a member of the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) who perpetuates and furthers the ideals of patriotism. SAS

Elizabeth Ketner Winterroth ’04 Congratulations to Liz Ketner Winterroth ’04 and her husband, Steve, on the birth of their baby girl this spring!

Callie Evelyn Winterroth was born on April 19, weighing in at 6 pounds, 13 oz and 20 inches long. She joins big brother, Jack, to make a family of four! SAS

Cara Merchant Heimsath ’08 and Andrew Heimsath ’06 Belated congratulations to Cara Merchant Heimsath ’08 and Andrew Heimsath ’06!

Cara and Andrew were married on January 15, 2017, after meeting over a decade ago on a St. Andrew’s Art History trip to Fort Worth! They had a number of SAS alums in their wedding party, including Addison Avery ’18 (Cara’s cousin), Bryana Marrero ’08, Kristin Heimsath Marker ’02, and Tito Kohout ’06. SAS

Tito Kohout ’06 Congrats to Tito Kohout ’06 who married Lauren Rowe on Sunday, February 18, at The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! Photo courtesy of Tito’s sister, Thea Kohout ’10. SAS

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ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Nicole Falkenberg Wilcox ’08

Lizzy Garcia ’08 Lizzy Garcia ’08 stopped by the Alumni Baseball Game with her husband and daughter, Ella (already in St. Andrew’s gear!).

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Jasmin Vara ’09 This spring, Jasmin Vara ’09 was elected to serve on the Board of Trustees of Breakthrough Central Texas. Jasmin is a Breakthrough alumna, joining the second class of students in 2003, as well as one of the first students in the program to attend college out of state. Congratulations Jasmin! SAS

It was a big year for Nicole Falkenberg Wilcox ’08! As a publicist at Fox Searchlight, Nicole celebrated the success of two films she’s been working on at the Oscars in March. “The Shape of Water” took home Best Picture and “Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri” had many Oscar nominations, as well as a personal Best Actress in a Leading Role win for Frances McDormand. “Three Billboards” also won Best Motion Picture—Drama at the Golden Globes! SAS

Will Dodds ’10

Charlie Dennis ’13

Will Dodds ’10 writes, “I just recently graduated with my Masters in Poultry Science from TAMU. I have since started working with Sanders Farms in the research and development department. One of the projects that I am currently involved in focuses on the psychological effects of classical music on egg production. I am also directly involved with caring for our prize hen, Amelia Egghart, who we are excited about entering into this year’s Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo.” SAS

Charlie Dennis ’13 teamed up with his alma mater to launch the St. Andrew’s New Play Lab (SAS Lab) this summer! He writes: “I have dreamt of staging a show at the Dell Performing Arts Center ever since graduating high school 5 years ago.

Rick Garcia made my day 3 years ago when he told me I could direct a show in this space the following summer. Instead of just directing a show, I had an idea for a theater festival that would support the dreams of my friends & colleagues along with my own. The St. Andrew’s New Play Lab (SAS Lab) employs local and out-of-town theater artists to develop new plays through an Austin-based festival each June.” SAS

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ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Max Frost ’11 On April 19, Max Frost ’11 made his national television debut by performing his new single, “Good Morning” on Live with Kelly and Ryan! After his performance, he talked with the hosts about his recent collaboration with Elton John! An untitled track Max wrote with his producer landed in the

hands of an Artists and Repertoire at Roc Nation Records.

Max was soon on a flight to London to watch Elton John record vocals on the song that will be on a DJ Mustard single coming soon! SAS

Jackie Groves ’11 and Charlie Baker ’10 Congratulations to Jackie Groves ’11 and Charlie Baker ’10, who were married on May 12 in Blanco, Texas! SAS

Sarah Rulon-Miller ’14 Sarah Rulon-Miller ’14 ran into history teacher Courtney Elliot in the Austin airport this summer! SAS

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ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Everett Wolf ’12 Everett Wolf ’12, Account Manager for Corporate Sponsorships for the Houston Astros, came to Austin in March to show off the 2017 World Series trophy! He was visited by SAS students Loula ’24 and Bo ’26 Aycock. SAS

2012 River Trip Class of 2012’s Chris Dill, Conor Keelan, and Taylor Dill pictured here (right) in Hunt, TX on the Guadalupe River this summer! SAS

Class of 2013 The Class of 2013 has been moving around the country! n Zach Giberson ’13 has moved to the Boston area because his travel start-up got accepted into an accelerator called MassChallenge n Caroline Jones ’13 is in graduate school at George Washington University in D.C. n Isabelle Kerr ’13 is working in consulting at Ernst and Young in San Francisco n Morgan Mechling ’13 works for Frito-Lay in New Orleans n Maggie Miller ’13 is working in sales for Oracle in San Francisco

Anna-Blaire Ozdil ’13 is an engineer working in Dallas at Kimley-Horn n Guiliana Richetta ’13 finished her business certificate at Wake Forest and is moving to Salt Lake City to work for Workday n Aubrey Todd ’13 is in graduate school for speech therapy at TCU in Fort Worth n Tracy Zimmerman ’13 is working in federal consulting at Deloitte in D.C. SAS n

Megan Thompson ’14

Cameron Pepe ’15

Congratulations to Megan Thompson ’14 for her achievements in swimming for Whitworth University. Megan was recognized with the Aaron Leetch Inspiration Award for the 2017–18 school year, an award given to an athlete who shows dedication, perseverance and inspiration through his or her sport. SAS

Cameron Pepe ’15 is finishing up his third year at the Georgia Tech School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He was recently awarded the ECE Junior Scholar Award, which is presented to the student in their third year with the highest GPA in the School of ECE. Congratulations, Cameron! SAS

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ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Madeleine Mele ’15

Tia Schwab ’15

Madeleine Mele ’15 was named 2018 First Team Division 1 All-American this season by the Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Associates. She is currently playing at the University of Texas.

Tia Schwab ’15 writes, “For the first four weeks of the summer, I will be participating in a community health service-learning program in Oaxaca, Mexico. While there, I will be taking Spanish and public health classes, rotating at hospitals and clinics, and participating in a community research project related to food security. For the next nine weeks of the summer, I will be interning with the Department of Health and Human Services at the Office of Health Policy in DC. I will be interning in two working groups, one related to the opioid crisis and the other related to valuebased payment/purchasing arrangements (transitioning to a healthcare delivery system based on quality not quantity).

And then I’ll be heading back to Stanford for my senior year!

After that, I hope to work in the field of public health as it relates to food systems.” SAS

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John Fitzsimons Sees Alumni Over Spring Break!

Over Spring Break, John Fitzsimons traveled to Scotland to visit the University of Glasgow, where Ryn Wheatley ’17 spoke on a student panel. He also met up with Kennedy McCormack ’16 at a pub in Edinburgh to watch Scotland v. Ireland. Then, bumped into Lily Kincannon ’17 in NYC (pictured left with his daughter Katy ’30)! SAS

Caroline Graves ’16 Caroline Graves ’16 is currently studying abroad this summer at Kings College in London through the Clements Center for National Security at the University of Texas at Austin. In partnership with the world-renowned War Studies Department at King’s College London, the UT Austin Study Abroad

Program provides students the opportunity to learn firsthand about the U.S./U.K. special relationship. The program includes visits to important landmarks in British cultural heritage and Anglo-American strategic history, as well as private events with policy makers. SAS

Cydnie Golson ’17 Cydnie Golson ’17 just finished her freshman year at the University of Virginia, and is on track to major in Mechanical Engineering and minor in Chemical Engineering! As part of the Geise Research Group, Cydnie is an Undergraduate Researcher and Rodman Scholar, leading a team to carry out a project funded by a UVA Sustainability Research Development Grant. Cydnie is pictured here with the rest of the Geise Research Group! SAS St. Andrew’s Episcopal School • www.sasaustin.org • 39

ALUMNI NEWS—ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Christian Erben ’17

Taylor Thompson ’17

Christian Erben ’17 writes, “I got my first job in the theatre world outside of St. Andrew’s as a theatre alum! I am assistant directing the musical Little Shop of Horrors at the Wimberley Playhouse in Wimberley, TX that opens June 29th!” SAS

Taylor Thompson ’17 has been working hard with Habitat for Humanity in Charlottesville, VA. In February, Taylor attended Habitat on the Hill, the annual legislative conference and advocacy event in Washington, D.C., at which he gave the devotional at the Closing Plenary Session. He was elected as UVA’s Habitat for Humanity co-president, and will begin his term officially this fall. SAS

Alumni Baseball Game On June 3, St. Andrew’s held its first official Alumni Baseball Game. It was a hot day, but that didn’t deter the 23 players who came out to play! Next year’s date is June 2, 2019; all are welcome to play or watch, and to join us for a postgame cookout. SAS

Austin Alumni Spring Happy Hour It was great to see our Austin Alumni in May at the Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen! Thank you to everyone who came out.

If we missed you, we hope to see you at the next one. SAS

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2003 2013 REUNION! 20082003 2013 2008 CLASSES OF 2003, 2008, AND 2013: IT’S TIME FOR

Mark your calendar: October 26–27, 2018 2003 2008 2013 2003 2008 2013 2003 2008 2013 We are so excited to celebrate you! With this year being the 20th anniversary of the beginning of the Upper School, all Upper School Alumni are invited and encouraged to attend!

Join us for: ● Friday night Homecoming Tailgate

2003 2008 2013 2003 2008 2013 2003 2008 2013 ● Saturday Open Dress Rehearsal of Jesus Christ Superstar ● Saturday night Reunion Cocktails and Dinner

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Email alumni@sasaustin.org for more information on your class gathering, or to get involved with planning!