The Pride | Spring 2022

PRIDE THE

Spring 2022 Volume 27, Issue 1 St. Mark’s School of Texas Alumni Magazine

IN THIS ISSUE:

Familiar Footsteps

Marksmen sustain the natural rhythms on campus

Fan Blizzard Unleashes Lion Pride!

During the last weekend in January, the St. Mark’s community showed up to support their Lions at Fan Blizzard. Boys, parents, teachers, and friends enjoyed hot chocolate and treats while cheering for the varsity soccer and basketball teams in games against Greenhill.

Contents

THE

PRIDE St. Mark’s School of Texas Alumni Magazine Volume 27, Issue 1 • Spring 2022

12

36

28

ON CAMPUS 3 4 12 16 21 22 24 26 28

| | | | | | | | |

Campus Snapshot Student Art Sports News Holiday Traditions Student Accolades Making a Difference Campus Visitors Scouts Newsies

ALUMNI NEWS 30 | Alumni Programs 32 | Homecoming & Alumni Weekend

SPOTLIGHT ON PHILANTHROPY 34 | Senior Auction

FEATURES 36 | Goals for St. Mark’s IV 50 | Athletic Center Project

50

St. Mark’s School of Texas

NOTES AND REMARKS 54 58 60 62

| | | |

Class Notes Faculty Notes In Memoriam Endnotes

Spring 2022 | Contents

1

On Campus

in this issue Many hallmarks of the St. Mark’s experience were rekindled in the 2021–2022 school year: pickup games of football on the Quad; Senior and Lower School buddy meetups on the playground; robust discussions around the Harkness tables; inspiring performances in the theaters and Chapel; and boisterous expressions of Lion Pride on and around the athletic fields.

Routine and normalcy permeated all areas

It was a beautiful August day when the entire campus

of community life. Parent volunteers were a

community gathered in the Quad for Opening

welcome sight back on campus, helping in the

Convocation and the start of our 116th school year.

lunchroom, student store, and libraries. St. Mark’s

The first day of school is always an emotional moment, as we come together after so many months apart.

But this year’s gathering took on extra meaning as I recalled the previous year’s Opening Convocation when only a handful of individuals had spoken in front of a webcam that was streaming the ceremony into homes across Dallas.

And even though we were fortunate to have just two weeks of remote learning at the beginning of the 2020–2021 school year, that limited period of physical separation only made me all the more grateful for a return to routine and normalcy.

Recent graduate Daniel Sanchez ’21 spoke to his fellow Marksmen on that sunny August morning, reminding them and all of us to “take a step back and appreciate where you are.” As the 2021–2022 school year has progressed, we have been afforded many opportunities to heed this advice.

The St. Mark’s community has thrived together amidst the uncertainty of the past few years and

families showed up in droves for Lion Pride Night to reconnect and form new bonds while cheering on the Lions. And alumni came home to campus for the first time since early 2020 for an unforgettable Homecoming & Alumni Weekend.

Across all fronts, the St. Mark’s community has been not only resuming normalcy but advancing to altogether new heights. Goals for St. Mark’s IV, the latest iteration of the School’s strategic plan, remained as relevant and important as ever during this recent period of uncertainty. In the five years since Goals IV was adopted by the Board, we have taken numerous steps to bolster existing programs, expand into new areas, and embrace the notion that “good enough is never good enough.” In this issue, we are excited to share a number of the ways we are rising to meet the challenges set by Goals IV. Ever greater may we rise.

With gratitude,

our collective strength has been on full display.

Now, with great optimism and ambition, we advance towards an exciting time in the School’s history, empowered by a relatively unexceptional

Scott Jolly Assistant Headmaster for External Affairs

theme: normalcy.

2

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

campus snapshot From Kahoot to Cooking, Literature to LEGO Robotics, Business to the Blues, there is a club for just about every interest at St. Mark's. Clubs provide the opportunity for boys in all Divisions to not only gather and share their passion with others, but also discover new interests, gain leadership experience, and make some new friends along the way.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

3

On Campus

A Collection of Student Works

(above) Matthew Peng ’31

4

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(left) Montgomery Cullum ’31 (below) Garet Tydlaska ’30 (below left) Andrew Wilmer ’30

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

5

On Campus

(right) Paul Valois ’22 (below) Ekansh Tambe ’22

6

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(top and left) Owen Simon ’22 (above) Adam Lai ’22

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

7

On Campus

(clockwise from top left) Mason Scott ’29 Evan Yepuri ’28 Adam Wang ’22

8

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(clockwise from top left) Holden Browning ’24 Warren Wier ’29 Carson Bosita ’25

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

9

On Campus

CHAMPIONSHIP

CHARACTER Lion athletes lead by example.

10

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

Volleyball Three years removed from an SPC Championship, the varsity volleyball team entered 2021 with their sights set on reclaiming the trophy. The Lions

Cross Country

cruised through the regular season with hungry

The varsity cross country team entered the SPC

determination, under the leadership of Coach

Championships ready to defend their first-

Darren Teicher, and entered the 2021 SPC

place title from 2019 (the last Championship

Tournament as the North Zone #3 seed. While

prior to COVID). Coached by John Turek and

the Lions easily moved through their first game

Ryan Hershner, numerous runners recorded

against Kinkaid (3-0), the next game against host

personal bests throughout the season, leading

school Greenhill was a nail-biter. After losing the

to a first-place finish at the SPC North Zone

first two sets, the Lions rallied back to win the

Meet. Two weeks later, the Lions ended their

next three sets and the game. The Championship

season on a high note, scoring a total of 51 points

match pitted the 2018 SPC Champion Lions

and claiming yet another SPC Championship.

against the 2019 Champion Trinity Valley

Marksmen also claimed many of the top spots in

Trojans. The back-and-forth game lasted all five

the race, including Sahil Dodda ’22 (2nd),

sets, but thanks to solid hitting performances

Raja Mehendale ’24 (6th), Asa McCaleb ’24 (12th),

by seniors Miller Trubey and Will Shoup and

Clark Cooper ’24 (13th), and Fisayo Omonije ’22

precise setting by senior George Warren, the

(16th). These runners also received All-SPC

Lions emerged victorious and claimed the 2021

honors for their efforts, and thanks to impressive

SPC Championship.

performances by the rest of the team, the Lions

(above left) Jodie Thompson ’22 spikes the ball in the SPC Championship game against Trinity Valley (above right) Raja Mehendale ’24 at the SPC Cross Country Championship at Norbuck Park

are poised to attempt a rare three-peat next fall.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

11

On Campus

sports news

Football (left to right) Head Coach Harry Flaherty Blake Malouf ’23 gets behind the Cistercian defense

After a shortened season in 2020 and with new Head Coach Harry Flaherty at the helm, the outlook for 2021 was uncertain for the varsity football team. But thanks to hard work in the weight room and dedication during summer practices, the Lions started the season strong,

John Ma ’24 plays the ball against Kinkaid in the SPC semifinals

winning their first four games. Unfortunately, midway through the season, starting quarterback and captain Alex Nadalini ’22 went down with a torn ACL in game six against Houston Christian.

Backup Asher Wilburn ’23 stepped in as the starting signal-caller and led the team to a 5-4 record on the season. Wilburn performed admirably in his role, throwing for 1,364 yards and 15 touchdowns.

Soccer The varsity soccer team returned to the SPC Championships seeking to defend their title.

Coached by Cory Martin, the team went 7-0 in North Zone play while allowing zero goals, earning them the North Zone #1 seed. After a first-round bye, the Lions defeated The Awty International School 2-1 in an overtime nail-biter thanks to a penalty kick from senior Lars Ochs.

The semifinal match placed the Lions up against the South Zone #2 seed, The Kinkaid School. This game was another thriller, but the Lions lost after a last-second goal from the Falcons. The next day, the Lions faced off with Greenhill School for third place. After giving up a two-goal lead, the Lions valiantly fought back, but ultimately fell short, leaving them with a fourth-place finish on the season.

12

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(left to right) Corvin Oprea ’22, Caleb Vanzant ’22, and Tate Laczkowski ’22 prepare to rebound against Houston Christian at the SPC Championships Jedidiah Kim ’22, Elijah Ellis ’22, and Hayward Metcalf ’23 celebrate their individual championships at Prep State

Basketball The varsity basketball team entered the SPC Tournament as the defending champions. Led by coach Greg Guiler, the Lions worked to integrate many new faces on the varsity squad. A trio of seniors — Tate Laczkowski, Corvin Oprea, and Caleb Vanzant — put up big numbers on a nightly basis to maneuver the Lions to the #3 seed in the North Zone. In the first round of the SPC Tournament, the Lions cruised past Kinkaid in a 68-39 victory fueled by a tripledouble from Vanzant. The Lions faced off with Houston Christian High School in a secondround back-and-forth battle. Although Houston Christian hit 11 of their first 16 threes to forge an 11-point halftime lead, the Lions stayed poised and excelled to a commanding 84-68 win. Next,

Wrestling Coached by Reyno Arredondo ’87, the varsity wrestling team had a full squad for the SPC Tournament for the first time in recent memory. Eleven wrestlers placed in the SPC championships this year. Five wrestlers — Quina Perkison ’24, Hayward Metcalf ’23, Jedidiah Kim ’22, Sal Abbasi ’22, and Elijah Ellis ’22 — won individual SPC championships and, as a whole, the team finished third place in SPC. Just two weeks later, the team competed in the Prep State Wrestling Tournament, where Jedidiah, Elijah, and Hayward all successfully defended their Individual State Championship titles.

the Lions faced off with rival and North Zone Champion Greenhill School in the semifinal game. The Lions kept it close all game, but Greenhill’s size proved too much for the Lions to handle. Finally, in the third-place game, the Lions fell to St. John’s School to claim fourth place in the tournament.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

13

On Campus

sports news

FALL & WINTER ALL-SPC ATHLETES Volleyball Will Shoup ’22 Miller Trubey ’22 George Warren ’22

Cross Country Clark Cooper ’24 Sahil Dodda ’22 Asa McCaleb ’24 Raja Mehendale ’24 Fisayo Omonije ’22

Football Conor Duffy ’22 Elijah Ellis ’22 Sam Eluemunoh ’22

Soccer Stefan Moreno ’22 Nicholas Gomez ’22 swims in the SPC Championship

Swimming

Lars Ochs ’22

Coming off a 2020 SPC Championship (the

Noah Soliz ’22

2021 tournament was canceled because of the pandemic), the varsity swimming team looked

Basketball

to repeat an SPC championship in 2022. After a

Tate Laczkowski ’22

successful regular season, the team headed into

Corvin Oprea ’22

the meet with high hopes. Coached by Trent Calder, the Lions had a very successful meet,

Wrestling

with every swimmer breaking his personal best

Sal Abbasi ’22

in at least one event. The meet was highlighted

Elijah Ellis '22

by an incredible 400 freestyle relay in which the

Jedidiah Kim ’22

Marksmen were able to secure a second-place

Hayward Metcalf ’23

finish by two-hundredths of a second. The team

Stice Neuhoff ’23

was led by senior Brett Honaker, who earned a

Quina Perkison ’24

personal best in three of his four events at SPC. The Lions concluded the season with a fourth-

Swimming

place finish at SPC.

Nicolas Gomez ’22 Brett Honaker ’22

14

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

ST. MARK’S STUDENT STORE ORDER ONLINE at smtexasstore.com or by phone 214-346-8185

On Campus

holiday traditions While last year’s holidays were disrupted by the pandemic, the return of so many beloved traditions was a reminder of what makes the St. Mark’s community so special. Once again, students, teachers, parents, grandparents, and alumni gathered to celebrate the season together.

McDonald’s Week The signature Junior Class Fundraiser returned to the Preston-Royal McDonald’s for the first time since 2018. Marksmen competed in relay races, table tennis tournaments, and karaoke competitions, while Mr. Owens ’89 ended the week with a bang. The Class of 2023 raised more than $16,000 for Austin Street Center, in addition to meals donated by McDonald’s that the boys distributed at the Austin Street Center.

16

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

Grandparents’ Day More than 500 grandparents and grandfriends joined their Marksmen on campus for Grandparents’ Day. Classes prepared special activities from trivia games to student presentations, and guests enjoyed a glimpse of daily life at 10600 Preston Road.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

17

On Campus

holiday traditions

Alumni Holiday Luncheon Marksmen from across generations gathered to celebrate the annual Alumni Holiday Luncheon at Arlington Hall. Alumni Association President Sandy Campbell ’76 welcomed his fellow graduates, saying, “I hope today’s event brings back fond memories and rekindles the holiday spirit we experienced as students.” Senior Ekansh Tambe shared his perspectives as a current student, including his incredible work raising awareness of global issues through photography.

18

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

Lessons & Carols On a beautiful winter evening, the Choir held a candlelit Festival of Lessons & Carols in the St. Mark’s Chapel. Community members, including students, alumni, Trustees, and special guests, read the nine lessons chronicling the Christmas Story, while the Choir and congregation sang nine traditional carols.

As always, the evening began with the first verse of “Once in Royal David’s City” performed solo by a fourth-grade chorister.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

19

On Campus

holiday traditions

All-School Christmas Party Just before Christmas Break, the entire campus community gathered for a tradition that has come to symbolize St. Mark’s in so many ways. Seniors hoisted their Lower School buddies onto their shoulders (some even two at a time) and processed into the Great Hall. Student Council President Alex Geng ’22 announced the successful completion of the Student Council and Community Service Board Gift Drive, which collected more than 2,500 gifts for local nonprofits. Salvation Army DFW Metroplex Commander Todd Hawks thanked the St. Mark’s community for their generosity: “You are continuing a tradition here, but you’re also creating new traditions and new memories in homes and in families across Dallas. Because of you, hope marches on.”

20

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

student accolades

Sahil Dodda ’22 took first-place at the Eastbay South Region

At the 2021 Dallas BEST Robotics

Cross Country Meet setting a

Tournament, the St. Mark’s Robotics

new meet record. Sahil

Team took home the “Founders’

next competed in the Eastbay

Award for Creative Design”— the

Cross Country National

award for the best-designed

Championships, earning an

robot in the eyes of the judges.

Varsity Wrestlers Hayward Metcalf ’23, Jedidiah Kim ’22, and Elijah Ellis ’22 won state in their weight class for the second year in a row.

The National Merit Scholarship Program named 22 members of the Class of 2022 as Semifinalists.

Honorable Mention A-American.

Evan Lai ’22, Owen Simon ’22, Ekansh Tambe ’22, Paul Valois ’22, and Tomek Marczewski ’22 received National Young Arts Recognition, with Evan and Tomek being recognized as finalists, and Tomek being nominated for Presidential Scholar in the Arts for Design Arts.

The National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) recently announced the winners of its highest recognition, the Pacemaker Award. Three student publications earned Pacemakers (The ReMarker student newspaper, Focus special interest magazine, and The Scientific Marksmen science journal) and 22 individual students earned national recognition for their work.

Ben Gravel ’22 and Isaac Song ’22 successfully developed an application that more accurately determined location deep underwater at the request of Victor Vescovo ’84, to assist in his record-breaking deep-sea explorations.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Marksmen accounted for nearly one-third of the selections by the Texas Photographic Society’s International Student Competition.

The Texas Private Music School Educators Association awarded All-State Orchestra honors to 12 Marksmen, All-State Jazz Band honor to four Marksmen, and All-State Choir honors to 12 Marksmen.

The Lower School LEGO Robotics Club competed in their first local meet this year, finishing fourth overall and receiving the Core Values Award in recognition of their enthusiasm and spirit.

Anthony Wang ’23 was

Four seniors were named National African American Recognition Program Scholars, and six were named National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars by the College Board.

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis honored

selected to represent

Ekansh Tambe ’22 as a recipient of its 2021

Team USA in the 2021

Power of Children Awards for his photojournalism

FIRST Global Challenge,

project and TEDx talk called Beyond Borders,

an Olympic-style,

which focuses on documenting problematic border

international robotics

areas around the world so others can better

competition.

understand the issues and facilitate positive change.

Spring 2022 | On Campus

21

On Campus

life lessons in the makerspace Community members like you make a lasting difference by giving to the St. Mark’s Fund. The impact you make through your support can be felt in every corner of campus, including the Addy Family Makerspace and Mosle Family Engineering Shop. Under the leadership of Makerspace Director Stewart Mayer, this dynamic learning space has become an incubator for boys’ imaginations, inspiring a passion for computer science and engineering. Mr. Mayer brings lessons to life and challenges students to get creative in their projects, whether they are designing homemade arcade games or competing in national robotics competitions. But more important than coding and building, the Makerspace teaches universal skills of problem-solving and teamwork — lessons that every Marksman will use.

22

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Make a difference.

Scan this code to see the impact of the Makerspace and visit smtexas.org/makeagift to contribute to this year’s fund.

On Campus

campus visitors

(top and above) Students talk with Cornel West and Robert George at Upper School Assembly (top right and right) Students learn from visiting authors at the Literary Festival

Cornel West and Robert George In a world of increasingly polarized viewpoints, two world-renowned professors are on a mission to promote civil discourse. Cornel West of Columbia University and Robert George of Princeton University consider each other close friends and respected colleagues, even as they identify on opposite sides of the political spectrum.

The pair returned to St. Mark’s and presented a special Upper School Assembly titled “TruthSeeking, Democracy, and Freedom of Thought and Expression.” In their talk, the duo discussed the importance of respecting others and learning to listen. As Professor George told the students, “Let’s get back to fundamentals here: virtues like openness of mind, willingness to acknowledge one’s own fallibility, and the recognition that one could be wrong, even about deep, important things.” In addition to their Upper School Assembly, the pair also had lunch with members of the Senior Class and visited Lower School classrooms.

24

On Campus | THE PRIDE

Literary Festival St. Mark’s hosted five incredible writers at the 15th annual Literary Festival: •

Journalist Josh Harkinson ’95

•

Bestselling science writer Sam Kean

•

Novelist Christopher Boucher

•

Slam poet Sherrie Zantea

•

Bestselling memoirist Rhoda Janzen (2022 Brent P. Johnson ’89 Guest Writer)

The writers spent two days visiting with classes across campus, from Journalism to Environmental Science. During a special Upper School Assembly, the five writers also delved deeper into their inspirations, writing processes, and the steps that led each down their career paths. The broader Dallas community also had the chance to hear from these special guests at the evening Writers’ Forum.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

Taylor Jenkins ’03

SSG Moises Rangel

Taylor Jenkins ’03, Head Coach of the Memphis

Army Ranger, Staff Sergeant Moises Rangel, spoke

Grizzlies, spent an afternoon sharing his life and

with Mrs. Santosuosso’s class, "A History of Special

NBA experiences with students and coaches while

Ops since 1945." SSG Rangel shared his experiences

his team was in town. He shared lunch with the

serving as an infantryman with the 75th Ranger

captains of the Lions’ varsity sports teams and

Regiment and as a defense contractor in Iraq and

then chatted with members of St. Mark’s coaching

Afghanistan, answering questions about recent

staff. Taylor’s visit also included a special reunion

events in both areas of conflict. SSG Rangel also

with his own St. Mark’s basketball coach, Scott

discussed his current role as a Psychological

Jolly, who now serves as Assistant Headmaster for

Operations Specialist in the Army Reserves.

(top left and bottom left) Visiting authors speak to students (top right) SSG Moises Rangel (bottom right) Taylor Jenkins ’03

External Affairs.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

25

The Olympic Medal of Scouting

(above) Eagle Scouts Baxter Perry-Miller ’24 and Spencer Burke ’22

The Boy Scouts of America’s William T. Hornaday Silver Medal for distinguished

Trail; and incubating, brooding, banding, and releasing quail into the Blackland Prairie. In addition to earning the Hornaday Medal, Spencer is one of

service in natural resources conservation

only a few dozen Scouts in history to earn Eagle Scout

is so rarely earned, it has been called the

with 23 Palms and all 138 possible Merit Badges.

Olympic Medal of Scouting.

R

Baxter’s endeavors consisted of placing custom trash and recycling bins along trails at the Trinity River

ecipients must earn numerous Merit Badges

Audubon Center; helming a city-wide battery disposal

and plan, lead, and carry out four separate

drive; monitoring the survival rate of pen-raised

conservation projects. Only 1,200 of the 100

quail at the Lake Lewisville Environmental Learning

million active Scouts have earned this Medal

Area; and installing native flowers and grasses to

since 1910. In 2021, Hornaday Medals were awarded

support a bee apiary at Bonton Farms.

to not one, but two Marksmen. Eagle Scouts Spencer Burke ’22 and Baxter Perry-Miller ’24 each

The Scouting program stresses the importance of

earned a Medal after dedicating hundreds of

leadership, service, and perseverance — lessons

hours to the study and practice of conservation

that are familiar to any Marksman. As he pursued

around Dallas.

his conservation projects, Baxter relied on much of what he has learned both inside and outside

For his projects, Spencer installed 100 custom

the classroom.

solitary bee nesting boxes across Dallas parks; removed invasive plants and planted native grasses and wildflowers at Twelve Hills Nature Center; established pollinator habitats along the Northaven

26

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(left-to-right)) Baxter Perry-Miller ’24 and fellow Scouts building recycling bins

“St. Mark’s really taught me to be persistent and to

Spencer Burke ’22 with a set of solitary bee nesting boxes

persevere,” Baxter said. “During the past few years, I’ve encountered all kinds of obstacles blocking my path, but I continued to pursue each project

Some of the boys’ role models also became their

one at a time.”

biggest supporters. Many teachers offered their

As Scouts, Baxter and Spencer were also right at

on their conservation projects, helping the boys

home during St. Mark’s campouts, and Baxter

develop their plans and even offering feedback

even served as a Sherpa on several Middle School

on the substantial amount of paperwork they

time and expertise as Baxter and Spencer worked

camping trips.

each had to submit to the National Conservation Award Committee.

“Most of these kids are completely out of their element, but it’s so cool to mentor them and show them

“It’s a real benefit that the teachers not only care

how to not only survive but thrive in different

about my education, but they are also willing and

environments,” Baxter said.

able to guide me while working on my passion in conservation and the goal to earn the distinguished

And when it comes to leadership, there is plenty of

award,” said Baxter. “It’s very meaningful to be at

crossover in the lessons taught by St. Mark’s and

St. Mark’s where there is a substructure with

the Scouts. As Captain of the Varsity Fencing Team

people who go the extra mile to foster the

and President of the Classics and Chess Clubs,

students' interests.”

Dan Northcut ’81 assists Baxter with his battery disposal project

Spencer is taking every opportunity to follow the example of teachers, mentors, and students

Environmental Science teacher Dan Northcut ’81

who came before him.

offered both Marksmen guidance on their conservation projects, including helping them

“From an early age, St. Mark’s teaches you courage and honor, which are directly in line with the Scout

scale their efforts to achievable goals, though he never taught them in class.

Oath,” Spencer said. “We talk in class about morals and ethics, and that, by itself, has made me a better person. But then I’m also able to demonstrate those virtues through actions, like leading a team

“They had the curiosity, the desire, and the drive to make an impact in the real world,” said Mr. Northcut.

“That’s what we really want from our students.”

or a club.”

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

27

S E I S W NE K’S S T. M A R

P ROGR A A M A R D

M

Y S DI S N E T N E S E PR

’S

The full cast at the curtain call

The Upper School Drama Department “carried the banner” in their winter musical Newsies. Set in New York City at the turn of the century, the musical followed a ragtag crew of newsboys who go on strike when publisher Joseph Pulitzer tries to raise the price of newspapers.

And while a winter storm delayed some of the showings, the cast and crew proved that “the show must go on,” staging four sold-out performances.

28

On Campus | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

On Campus

(clockwise from top left) The cast performs “Seize the Day,” ‘Crutchie’ (Winston Miller ’24) composing a letter, ‘Race’ (Lukas Palys ’25) and newsies celebrating their newfound fame, Jack Kelly (Xander Bowles ’22) and Joseph Pulitzer (Owen Simon ’22) agree on terms to settle the strike, and Pulitzer with his associates

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | On Campus

29

Alumni News alumni programs

During their Thanksgiving Break, members of the 15 most recent graduating classes caught up with one another at the annual Young Alumni Holiday Party at HG SPLY CO. Alex Eshelbrenner ’04, Ahlberg & Ribman Family Director of Alumni Relations, recognizes how important Young Alumni are within the St. Mark’s community. “It is critical to engage all of our graduates at a high level, including our young alumni,” Eshelbrenner said.

“They are a key resource for current Marksmen and

After nearly two years of limited campus access and several virtual events, parents, alumni, and friends enthusiastically

an important sounding board for the School. Plus, they will be leading our Alumni Association for years to come.”

returned to campus this fall for a variety of community events.

For the first time in two years, the annual Alumni (above) Board of Trustees Vice President Jeff Hillier '76 visits with guests at the Alumni Holiday Luncheon (above right) Alumni Water Polo Game

On December 8, scores of parents and alumni

Holiday Luncheon was held in-person at Arlington

partners gathered on campus for Volunteer Day

Hall. Alumni heard campus updates from Eugene

and conducted meaningful outreach to peers that

McDermott Headmaster David Dini, current

advanced the St. Mark’s Fund. Volunteers invited

Alumni Board President Sandy Campbell ’76, and

engagement with this year’s St. Mark’s Fund

Ekansh Tambe ’22. After the holidays, the Varsity

through personal phone calls, handwritten thank-

Water Polo, Soccer, and Basketball teams competed

you notes, and signed requests for support to fellow

against members of the Alumni Association in

members of the St. Mark’s Community.

the much-anticipated Alumni Games, with both the Water Polo and Basketball alumni teams emerging victorious.

30

Alumni News | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Alumni News

(top left) Alumni Soccer Game (bottom left) Alumni Basketball Game (top right and bottom right) College-Age Marksmen Day

“While I was a student, I benefitted from advice and instruction given to me by alumni,” Hopkin With many college-age Marksmen still in town

said. “Now I am in a position to pass along my own

for Winter Break, members from the Classes

advice and instruction.”

of 2018 through 2021 came to campus on January 6 to connect with established graduates.

A few days later, volunteers from the Classes ending

Professionals in business and finance, medicine

in 2 and 7 came to campus to begin planning their

and healthcare, law and government, and

upcoming April Reunions. Alumni in Reunion

technology and entrepreneurship shared their

years are excited and ready to re-engage with the

experiences and answered questions. Later that

St. Mark’s Community and their classmates in

afternoon, four Alumni currently attending

person after a prolonged hiatus. This enthusiasm

college sat on a panel facilitated by the Student

has been palpable since the early stages of the 2022

Alumni Association to impart their collegiate

Reunion planning process and continues to grow

experiences thus far to current students in Upper

as plans solidify.

School. One of the panelists, Taylor Hopkin ’20, a freshman at Davidson College, is eager to serve younger Marksmen.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Alumni News

31

Alumni News

OCTOBER 2021

Homecoming & Alumni Weekend

In October 2021, St. Mark’s combined its two largest community events into a weekend full of Lion Pride.

As the nature of the global pandemic evolved throughout

ALUMNI HIT THE LINKS

on October 21 at the

Texas Rangers Golf Club in Arlington for the Alumni Golf Tournament. After a shotgun start, teams fanned out for the scramble before

2021, the Alumni Association remained committed to

returning for a dinner and awards reception.

bringing graduates back to campus safely to reengage with

This year’s Ivan Irwin Jr., ’50 Cup was won by

one another and the School. The result was Homecoming & Alumni Weekend 2021, a three-day celebration for alumni,

the foursome of Joe Hay ’68, Austin Heape, Scott Heape ’68, and Tim Weymouth ’68, who earned both the lowest net and gross scores.

students, parents, faculty, staff, and the entire community.

32

Alumni News | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Alumni News

The following morning, alumni gathered on campus for a day in the life of a Marksman.

Recently retired English teacher Curtis Smith returned for one more lesson, addressing a room filled with former students spanning five decades.

Director of Environmental Studies, Dan Northcut ’81 taught his fellow graduates about the history of mass extinctions, while history teacher Dr. Jerusha Westbury shared the surprising history of pranks by colonial Spaniards. As the student body prepared for the weekend’s festivities, alumni were invited to attend the Homecoming Pep Rally before the big games. As the sun set, the Friday night lights lit up Norma & Lamar Hunt Family Stadium and Morris G. Spencer Gym for Homecoming 2021.

Hundreds of parents and alumni began the evening at the Kickoff Party in the Great Hall before heading out to cheer on the football and volleyball teams.

At the Saturday Family Cookout, alumni and their families enjoyed lunch on the Perot Family Quadrangle while the Blues Club provided musical entertainment. In the Winn Science Center, visitors experienced stellar planetarium shows, toured the Addy Family Makerspace, and even took home a freshly laser-cut wooden souvenir.

As another memorable Alumni Weekend came to a close, Marksmen did not have to wait long to celebrate the next one. Alumni Weekend 2022 welcomed hundreds of Marksmen and visitors to campus in late April, complete with the Spring Alumni Dinner and reunions for Classes ending in 2 and 7, as well as the parents of the Classes of 2007, 2012, and 2017, and even a few postponed reunions from the previous year. Check the next issue of The Pride for complete coverage of this hallmark weekend.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Alumni News

33

Spotlight seniors establish scholarship fund

their own talents in the arts, athletics, academics, and even cooking. Veteran faculty member and Director of Admission & Financial Aid David Baker once again served as emcee and auctioneer for this event, helping the boys raise more than $100,000 in less than four hours.

Proceeds from the Senior Auction provide funding for a variety of important Marksmen activities and traditions and enable the class to make a substantial contribution back to the School on the day of their graduation. This gift, known as the “Senior Legacy Gift,” is announced at the Graduate

What began as a fundraiser by the senior class has resulted in a gift that will benefit Marksmen for decades

Luncheon on the day of Commencement and typically includes a directed gift to support several important school-wide priorities.

to come: The Class of 2022 Scholarship Fund.

Given the unprecedented response to this year’s Each year, the senior class hosts an auction,

auction and its record-breaking financial tally,

offering a wide variety of items and experiences

the Class of 2022 immediately approached the

donated by the members of the class. In late

administration about making a significant gift to

September, the Class of 2022 gathered in Decherd

the School in addition to their Senior Legacy Gift

Fine Arts Center to host their own Senior Auction.

this coming May.

In front of a crowd of parents, younger Marksmen, faculty, staff, and other friends of the School, the

Eugene McDermott Headmaster David W. Dini

seniors auctioned off a wide variety of offerings

noted that, “within 24 hours of the Auction, senior

donated by members of the class.

leaders reached out to ask what they could do to help the School.” After a series of discussions, the

This year’s unique items included artistic

class decided to contribute $50,000 to establish

creations, musical performances, athletic events,

the Class of 2022 Scholarship Fund, which will

a St. Mark’s Senior flag signed by every member

provide expanded opportunities for more boys to

of the class, and much more. Seniors also offered

attend St. Mark’s.

some unforgettable experiences, drawing on

34

Spotlight | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spotlight

Student Council President Alex Geng ’22 articulated the Class’s decision to support this particular initiative stating, “At St. Mark’s, we value the tenets of inclusion and diversity, and we believe that every student should have the opportunity to attend the School regardless of financial status.”

“These boys have experienced their share of roadblocks these past few years, from a tornado to the ongoing pandemic, and our incredible

In addition to establishing this endowment, the

community has stepped up to ensure they have

Class of 2022 also plans to continue the well-

a memorable final year,” said English teacher

established Senior Gift tradition at the end of the

GayMarie Vaughn, who co-sponsors the Senior

year. The entire St. Mark’s community thanks

Class along with history teacher Bryan Boucher.

the Senior Class for demonstrating such care,

“As a result, the boys wanted to return the

thoughtfulness, and generosity on behalf of

generosity they experienced. They want to leave

Marksmen who will follow in their footsteps.

a legacy that demonstrates reciprocal care for their community.”

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Spotlight

35

Features

36

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

In January 2017, St. Mark’s School of Texas published Goals for St. Mark’s IV, the next phase of its long-term strategic plan. Following months of careful reflection, discussion, and engagement with the community, the School identified goals in six categories. Together, these goals serve as a faithful roadmap for the future. Five years later, we are excited to share some of the incredible progress that has been made toward realizing Goals for St. Mark’s IV.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

Expand the Computer Science Curriculum With the opening of the Winn Science Center and remodeling of McDermott-Green Science Center, St. Mark’s continues to expand and strengthen its science education program for the boys, including computer science instruction across grades 1-12. With the addition of a Lower School Computer Science Teacher, now each Division has a dedicated computer science faculty member. The opening of the Makerspace created new opportunities for integrating engineering and computer science education. To ensure all Marksmen have a chance to explore this unique space, Makerspace Director Stewart Mayer teaches a “Make It, Break It, Fix It” class for all seventhgrade students, and additional elective courses are

Goal I: Students & Learning (above) Head of Lower School Sherri Darver introduces the new daily schedule to parents in 2020

available to the boys in eighth grade as well as in Upper School.

Learning Beyond St. Mark’s Campus

Conduct a Comprehensive Review

While global travel has been hampered by the

In 2017, the School conducted a comprehensive

pandemic, St. Mark’s Travel Program has used

self-study of all aspects of the School program

the past few years to strengthen its processes

as part of the School’s 10-year Reaccreditation

and ensure that all boys have access to unique

process with the Independent School Association

opportunities outside of Dallas. In 2019, longtime

of the Southwest (ISAS). A Visiting Committee of

faculty member Mark Sullivan was named Director

teachers and administrators from peer schools in

of Physical and Experiential Education, a role that

the region visited campus in 2018 and reported, in

would include providing leadership for student

part, “St. Mark’s breadth of program demonstrates

travel and outdoor education to ensure the long-

a commitment to the whole boy. The boys at

term sustainability of these important experiences

St. Mark’s, to their credit, are admirably articulate

for the boys. When travel does resume in the

about their shared responsibility in creating a

near future, the systems supporting experiential

resoundingly positive school environment.”

education will continue to be strengthened while also providing enhanced opportunities for Marksmen into the future.

38

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

A New Daily Schedule Following years of careful study and consideration, a new daily schedule was introduced in the 2020–2021 school year. This modified block schedule realizes four fundamental priorities that guided the review, assessment, and development of the daily schedule: maintain program excellence, increase flexibility for students and faculty, expand time for collaboration with students and teachers, and support the health and wellness of the boys. In its September 2020 issue, The ReMarker editorial board declared: “The new schedule has made commendable strides towards improving student life here on campus. Teachers have taken advantage of the new schedule, rewriting their lesson plans and bringing unique and enjoyable experiences to their students — efforts that we

(above) The ISAS Visiting Committee discusses their time on campus in 2018

certainly have noticed.”

Character and Leadership Curriculum

(left) Makerspace Director Stewart Mayer teaches Middle Schoolers

While St. Mark’s has long focused on character and leadership, continues to develop meaningful curriculum and engagement activities to expand what has become a mission-aligned approach to developing the boys into good men.

In 2018, the School published The Handbook for Character and Leadership Education which

Comprehensive Health Education

outlines the fundamental concepts, guiding

St. Mark’s has long taken a holistic view of

principles, programmatic framework, and

educating boys. In recent years, the School

outcomes to be realized in grades 4, 8, and 12.

has focused heavily on health and wellness,

The handbook also includes a list of nearly 100

encompassing relational health, physical

vocabulary words relevant to character and

health, and social/emotional health. In recent

leadership education as well as answers to guiding

years, the Counseling Team has expanded to

questions we seek to help the boys answer during

include a dedicated counselor focused on the

their time at St. Mark’s. Additionally, three teaching

needs of boys in each division. The counselors

digests have been published to provide ideas for

regularly coordinate with athletics and physical

ways to approach teaching literature through

education teachers to lead classes that educate

the lens of Character and Leadership. Written by

the boys on topics specific to their physical and

David Brown, the series includes Macbeth, Oedipus

social/emotional well-being, and the new daily

Rex, and The Great Gatsby. Plans are underway

schedule has expanded dedicated class time

for additional publications that will guide the

for this important program to be delivered in a

continued growth of Character and Leadership

comprehensive way across all Divisions.

education at St. Mark’s.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

39

Features

Goal II: Faculty & Teaching “Each boy drew his own conclusion from the information we processed, which was really gratifying to see.”

—GayMarie Vaughn

40

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

Supporting Educational Expertise Recruiting and retaining the best educators in the country continues to be a priority for the School. Additionally, St. Mark’s is dedicated to providing professional development support to current faculty, as teachers pursue workshops, travel, graduate school, and other opportunities to nurture their desire for continued learning.

Technology for Teaching When a tornado and global pandemic disrupted

(above) Third-grade teacher Erica Hershner welcomes boys on the first day of school

campus life, St. Mark’s was able to quickly migrate online thanks to recent, extensive upgrades to its IT infrastructure. Beginning in 2019, the School transitioned many of its digital tools to the Cloud

(left) Cameron Hillier ’13, Upper School English Teacher and Director of the Wilderness Program

through Microsoft 365. As a result, teachers and students can collaborate and learn together on or off campus. Even massive collaborative projects like the student newspaper and yearbook were able to organize through Microsoft Teams, share files through OneDrive, and edit stories through Microsoft Word.

Similarly, for her unit reviews, fourth-grade teacher Lauren Fischer is drawing inspiration from the popular Escape Room games. Boys work in teams,

Encourage Innovative Teaching

using what they learned to complete challenges,

Across campus, teachers are encouraged to get

solve puzzles, and unlock clues. Each step reveals

creative in their classrooms, finding new and

a piece of the secret coded message that will allow

exciting ways to educate their students. For

the boys to “escape.”

example, in the English Department, seniors can choose from a number of unique, seminar-style

“It’s really fun, gets the group dynamics working in

electives. Dr. John Perryman teaches “A 100-Year

a way that requires adaptability and compromise,

Partnership: A History of Dallas and St. Mark’s,”

and reinforces content,” says Fischer.

which dovetails with his broader work in Civic Responsibility. GayMarie Vaughn offers an elective

Walk campus on any given day, and you will

called “Literature of Human Rights,” which is

see boys programming drones they have laser

inspired by her own ongoing doctoral work.

cut in the Makerspace, delivering lines in the amphitheater from Shakespearean plays, applying

“Since the subject includes topics that are

economic models to real-world problems, or

sometimes polarizing, the boys learned to listen

examining microscopic cells through the lens

and discuss controversial topics with respect,” said

of sophisticated microscopes in Middle School

Vaughn. “Each boy drew his own conclusion from

science. Innovative instruction combined with a

the information we processed, which was really

devotion to teaching continues to be realized in

gratifying to see.”

new ways each year.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

41

Features

Access & Affordability For more than two years, a committee comprising both School leadership and Trustees has met to

Goal III: Enrollment, Access & Affordability

review strategies for attracting, enrolling, and retaining the most qualified students while also expanding access and affordability so that any qualified boy in Dallas will be able to attend St. Mark’s to thrive and contribute to the richness

Strengthen Admission Practices

of the school community. Realizing this goal

The mission of the Admission Office is to assemble

benefits all students at St. Mark’s as the range of

the most qualified student body from a broadly

lived experiences that each boy brings with him to

diverse pool of applicants who exhibit intellectual

campus adds to the strength of the student body

curiosity, strong character, and a desire to

experience on campus.

contribute to St. Mark’s in meaningful ways. Each year, the Admission team searches for candidates

“Expanding Access & Affordability benefits the

who will not only benefit from a St. Mark’s

entire school community,” said Admission Officer

education but who will also positively contribute

Korey Mack ’00. “There’s a clear and immediate

to the Marksman community. The Admission

benefit to the boys who otherwise could not

team continues to expand programs to introduce

attend St. Mark’s. But those boys also bring unique

St. Mark’s to more families by hosting in-person

backgrounds and perspectives that enrich the

and virtual events to provide more opportunities

entire community. Learning from others who

to introduce St. Mark’s to families while also

have lived different experiences is at the core of

prompting interest from prospective families from

developing empathy, character, and respect.”

across the country and around the world.

42

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

“It is important for students to learn about others with backgrounds dissimilar to their own. That helps build empathy and allows students to become more understanding of others in different situations.”

—SeMaj Musco ’21

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

43

Features

Long-Term Facility Needs St. Mark’s had already begun reviewing its campus master plan when the unimaginable happened.

Mere weeks after the destruction of Hicks Athletic Center, Spencer Gym was completely renovated into a competition-grade court — just in time to host the winter basketball season. A few months later, when the pandemic interrupted daily life, the School charted an ambitious course to bring students safely back to campus. From major HVAC upgrades to socially distanced classrooms,

Goal IV: Campus Resources

St. Mark’s optimized its facilities to continue providing an exceptional educational experience during this difficult time. Now, attention turns

(above) The Winn Science Center atrium (opposite) Fourth-grade teacher Lauren Fischer uses her smart screen to lead a vocabulary game

A New Science Center As with continued expansion and strengthening of programs across the campus, the Science Center Project provides an illustration of what can be realized when facilities complement and inspire program. With the opening of the Winn Science Center and renovation of the McDermottGreen Physical Science Center, the School has continued to “strengthen and expand science and technology education” enhancing long-standing programs such as the planetarium, greenhouse, and laboratory science to expanding programs to include an engineering and makerspace that teaches boys design, engineering, fabrication, and prototyping to the dedicated Lower School Science classroom that provides our youngest Lions with authentic lab experiences in view of the older boys.

Across grades 1–12, Marksmen are engaged in hands-on science exploration and education.

44

Features | THE PRIDE

to the northeast corner of campus as we begin design phases for a new athletic center complex to not only replace Hicks Gym, which was lost in the tornado, but to design a complex that will inspire Marksmen for decades into the future.

Maintain an Excellent Physical Plant Alongside major building projects like Athletics and Science, the School has been continuously evaluating and updating spaces across campus.

The ellipse nestled between the Science Center and Lower School has become a key green space, hosting community events and meaningful moments of community connection. A new playground was built within the corner of the Fojtasek Family Lower School building, creating a safe and fun space for young Lions to interact and explore. And the School captured thousands of square feet of developable land by moving the north fence line several feet toward Orchid Lane.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

A Safe & Secure Campus

Classroom Technology

Providing students with a safe learning

To ensure that faculty have the tools they need to

environment continues to be a top priority.

support classroom instruction, the Technology

The security team continues regular review of

team continues to proactively upgrade faculty and

tools and protocols to maintain a safe campus,

staff technology while providing training on the

bolstering existing security and safety procedures.

most current teaching tools. Classrooms are also

More than 100 security cameras watch over

getting smarter, with the implementation of touch-

campus, a new visitor screening system keeps track

sensitive smart televisions designed especially for

of anyone coming on campus, exterior doors are

education. And while tools are readily available

now secured with card access, and additional off-

to teachers, sitting around the Harkness Table

duty and retired Dallas Police Officers have joined

engaged in discussions, conducting hands-on

the security team.

experiments in the lab, or going to the white-board to work through math problems continues to be

In modern times, “safety” extends into the digital

integral practices of instruction.

world as well. To protect the School from emerging cyber threats, the Technology team routinely upgrades firewalls, email filters, and antivirus software, as well as hosting regular cyber security training with faculty and staff.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

45

Features

Alumni, parents, and students come together on and off campus

46

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

Goal V: Institutional Stewardship its commitment to incur no debt toward major

Financial Resources

building projects. The Athletic Center Project, just

Thanks in large part to the community’s

like the Science Center Project a few years earlier,

unwavering support, St. Mark’s has steadily

will break ground only after 100% of commitments

navigated uncertain economic times. The School’s

are secured.

Endowment continues to outperform expectations, earning a 28.6% return during the 2021 fiscal year for a year-end value of nearly $170 million. The St. Mark’s Fund also continues to go above and beyond its goal, supporting more than 10% of the School’s annual operating budget. And the School continues to bolster its planned giving program.

Since 2017, more than 40 individuals have joined the Terrill Society by including St. Mark’s in their estate plans for a combined $23 million in deferred commitments.

And, as the School makes significant progress toward a new athletic center complex, the Board of Trustees is able to keep the School financially healthy thanks to careful planning and thoughtful fiscal policy. In particular, St. Mark’s has continued

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Expand Parent and Alumni Engagement The St. Mark’s family extends far beyond the classrooms, playing fields, and art studios. Parents and alumni are integral to the culture of St. Mark’s and ensure that the community continues to strengthen and grow long after each Marksman has graduated. The Parents’ Association and Alumni Association work tirelessly every year to keep their respective communities connected to St. Mark’s. Regular events like Alumni Weekend, Celebrate St. Mark’s, and visiting speakers provide ample opportunities for parents and alumni to engage with the School and each other. Students participate in these extended communities as well, with the Student Alumni Association connecting Upper School boys with alumni mentors.

Spring 2022 | Features

47

Features

Goal VI: Civic Responsibility “We are grateful for the School’s support as we pursue our goal of developing more knowledgeable, skilled, and empathetic citizens of our country and the larger world.”

—Dr. John Perryman

48

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

Civic Engagement & Leadership When they leave 10600 Preston Road, all Marksmen are expected to assume roles of leadership and responsibility in their communities. To continue to build upon this mission, the School recently established a new role: Director of Civic Responsibility. To fill this unique position, veteran St. Mark’s educator Dr. John Perryman returned to campus after a year working in the Dallas area nonprofit sector. His efforts now focus on teaching Marksmen about civic engagement, public policy, and local governance. Initial programmatic efforts include hosting special guest speakers from local community groups, touring locations including the African American Museum of Dallas and the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, and even connecting AP Economics students with the Childhood Poverty Action Lab to help study and solve real-world issues. Additionally, Dr. Perryman offers a one-semester English 12 elective titled “A 100 Year Partnership: A History of Dallas and St. Mark’s.” In addition to the history of both Dallas and St. Mark’s, students examine how a city functions and the civic areas necessary for a city to thrive.

and hosting musical performances. Additionally, St. Mark’s College Counseling team shared their expertise at the Center’s College and Job Fair Day over winter break. In addition to sharing facilities and student service, St. Mark’s hosts educators

Share with the Dallas Community

from across the country on campus who wish

St. Mark’s continues to partner with local public

to learn more about Character and Leadership

schools to use the Winn Science Center’s state-

Education as well as other programs.

(above) Fourth-grade students visit local civic landmarks, including the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum and the African American Museum of Dallas

of-the-art planetarium. Additionally, the School has formed a close relationship with the Wesley Rankin Community Center, serving West Dallas.

Upper Schoolers regularly spend time at the Center’s after-school program, tutoring children

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

49

Features

50

Features | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

A FOUNDATION for the FUTURE ATHLETIC CENTER PROJECT GAINS MOMENTUM On the evening of October 19, 2019, St. Mark’s was

In the weeks following the tornado, thanks to

struck by an EF-3 tornado that cut a path of damage

an incredible community and tireless physical

across North Texas. The north side of campus

plant team, Morris G. Spencer Gymnasium

took the brunt of the blow, resulting in a total loss

was completely renovated into a competition-

of the Thomas O. Hicks Family Athletic Center

level court just in time for the varsity basketball

and Albert G. Hill Family Tennis Courts. In many

team’s 2020 SPC Championship winning season.

ways, planning for a new athletic complex began

Likewise, the School solved numerous logistical

that next morning, as the St. Mark’s community

hurdles to ensure that every sport had facilities in

surveyed the campus. There were plenty of short-

which to practice and compete. With immediate

term needs that had to be addressed – not the least

needs addressed, St. Mark’s also began looking

of which being the impending start of the winter

ahead and envisioning how the northeast corner of

sports season. But amid the destruction, there was

campus could be rebuilt and maximized.

also an opportunity to build upon the School’s already solid foundation.

“At St. Mark’s, we always consider the long-term impact of each decision, and new facilities like

“The devastating loss of Hicks Gym and its adjacent facilities created a number of challenges

this one will benefit the boys and faculty for generations to come,” said Carl Sewell III ’02,St.

for our School, but also presented us with a

Mark’s Trustee and Chair of the Athletic Center

unique opportunity to look ahead to the future

Planning Committee. “Simply replacing Hicks

and improve our campus,” said Sean Lissemore,

Gym would solve our immediate needs, but now

Director of Athletics, who joined St. Mark’s just four

we have an opportunity to invest significantly

months before the 2019 tornado. “It is certainly

in athletics and reshape the entire north end

exciting to think about the possibilities for this new

of campus.”

facility and how it will help to support the growth and development of our students by addressing both current and future programmatic needs.”

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Features

51

Features

significant financial commitments have also been made towards the project that affirm the confidence and belief our community members have in the School and the progress to date.

In the latter part of 2021, a group of administrators, Trustees, and professional partners embarked on a field trip to peer schools in the Washington, D.C. area. The group toured several of CannonDesign’s (above) Carl Sewell III ’02 and David Dini participate in a creative ideation exercise for CannonDesign

The journey from a destroyed gymnasium to a state-

previous athletic projects at Sidwell Friends School,

of-the-art athletic complex will require hundreds

The Potomac School, and Episcopal High School

of steps and thousands of decisions. Since early

(Alexandria, Virginia).

2020, the Athletic Center Planning Committee has been focused on laying the figurative groundwork necessary to begin actual construction. The Board

“Walking through these spaces allowed us to really envision what is possible for St. Mark’s,” said

of Trustees recently passed several important

Scott Jolly, Assistant Headmaster for External

milestones on this journey, such as securing

Affairs. “It has been equally important to invite

approval from the City of Dallas for a conceptual

the architects and designers to our campus and

Planned Development Document. This, in turn,

introduce them to St. Mark’s. They understand that

allowed the School to immediately start on another

this new facility is not just for athletics but for the

important project: repairing and straightening

entire community.”

the north fence line and moving it closer to Orchid Lane, thus recapturing valuable square

As 2022 began, the Athletic Center Planning

footage for development. Another significant step

Committee moved the design process forward

came with the selection of major partners for the

and began refining plans for the St. Mark’s athletic

Athletic Center Project, including CannonDesign,

complex. With several rounds of feedback and

Beck Construction and Architecture, Legends

insight distilled, project partners are hard at work

Project Management, Counsilman-Hunsacker

fine tuning plans and renderings that will support a

pool consultants, and Campus Master Planner

new generation of Lions athletics.

Jeff Blanchard, among others. A number of very

PROJECT TIMELINE

2019 TORNADO STRIKES An EF-3 tornado strikes causing damage across campus and destroying several key athletics facilities.

52

Features | THE PRIDE

2020 CLEARING THE WAY Crews demolish and remove the remains of the Thomas O. Hicks Family Athletic Center.

PLANNING AHEAD The Athletic Center Planning Committee is formed and plans for the future home of athletics.

ENVISIONING THE FUTURE Longtime Campus Master Planner Jeff Blanchard guides discussions about campus redevelopment and athletic facilities.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Features

(clockwise from top left) Crews grade the newly expanded space along Orchid Lane Members of the Athletic Center Planning Committee tour athletic facilities in the Washington, D.C. area Athletic Director Sean Lissemore leads a current full assessment of athletic facilities

“Through athletics, Marksmen learn the invaluable benefits of thoughtful sportsmanship, teamwork,

for every day academically, athletically, and personally in their values and character.”

and the hard work required to achieve excellence,” said Kathy Crow, President of the Board of Trustees

The Athletic Center Planning Committee continues

and parent of two alumni. “This athletic complex

to hold regular meetings with CannonDesign and

project is the embodiment of how athletics can

all of its professional project partners to turn the

contribute in these ways to all students. These

future of St. Mark’s athletics from a dream into a

first-class facilities will reflect the same level of

reality. The Committee hopes to finalize the design

excellence and merit that we hope our boys strive

this year, with a groundbreaking to happen within the next 12 months.

2021 NEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGS The School hosts a series of community engagement meetings to share redevelopment plans with surrounding residents and city officials.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

2022 CITY APPROVAL Dallas City Council approves the updated Campus Planned Development Document, including the construction of a new Athletic Complex.

PROJECT TEAM ASSEMBLED After a national search, CannonDesign is selected to strengthen the project team. A field trip to peer schools is conducted.

COMING INTO FOCUS The Athletic Center Planning Committee leads ongoing program and design meetings to prepare for groundbreaking.

Spring 2022 | Features

53

Remarks 1957 | Reunion

1995

On December 8, 2021, JUSTIN MCCARTY ’57, JIM HAZLEWOOD ’57,

In September 2021, St. Mark’s teacher and acclaimed artist

JON OUSLEY ’57, RICK LANE ’57, NELSON SPENCER ’57, and

WILLIAM ATKINSON ’95 had his art on display in NorthPark Mall

JIM PERKINS ’57 gathered for lunch at Northwood Country Club in

as part of Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center’s Art for Advocacy

advance of their Class’s 65th reunion celebration in April 2022.

Auction.

1968

1996

In January 2021, ALAN THIEMANN ’68 was named Partner in the

CHRIS LEE ’96, his two children, James and Daniela, and his

IP/technology Seattle law firm of Han Santos, PLLC, resident

brother JULIAN LEE ’98 gathered with their parents Ed and

in the firm’s new office in Alexandria, Virginia. He is serving

Grace Lee to celebrate Ed’s birthday. Chris and Ed are both

as practice lead for the Privacy, Data Security & Testing group,

Emeritus Trustees.

managing three lawyers in the Alexandria office, one in the Seattle office, and one contract lawyer in the New York City office.

1998 JIM BOB WOMACK ’98 and ERIC BARTA ’99 connected with

1978

Head Soccer Coach CORY MARTIN on December 10, in

PAUL SCHMIDT ’78 captured the Gold Medal in the National

San Antonio when the Lions traveled south for a match against

Championships Men’s Foil "Veterans" group in Atlanta, Georgia,

Saint Mary’s Hall.

this summer. His win qualified him for the "Veterans" World Championships, which were canceled due to COVID. Some

2001

of Paul’s greatest influences on his fencing career were former

The ReMarker Campout returned to Texas this year for their

faculty member, DANIEL NEVOT, KERRY SULKOWICZ ’77, and

20th annual event. BRIAN BENEKE ’01, SCOTT SELINGER ’01,

CHUCK HELMS ’76.

ANIRUDDHA BETTE ’01, DAN MICHALSKI ’90, NICK ORENSTEIN ’01

1985 Genevieve Wolff and STEVE JURVETSON ’85 celebrated their

gathered at dinner in Austin. MATT BRADFORD ’01 joined the festivities the next day for boating on Lake Travis.

marriage in Half Moon Bay, California, on January 13, 2022. The

2003

couple live in Los Altos, California, where Steve is the Managing

Kanchana and ARISH GUPTA ’03 welcomed their daughter Milana

Director and Founder of Future Ventures.

“Mila” Sanvi Gupta, into the world in October 2021. The Gupta

1987

family resides in Dallas.

PAUL GENENDER ’87 and his parents, Joanie and Larry

Genender, visited the Winn Science Center to see the plaque bearing their family’s name on the office of fellow graduate, DAN NORTHCUT ’81.

1988 Former football teammates JEFF HAWKINS ’88 and BRIAN HARGROVE ’88 reunited in Massachusetts in December.

54

Remarks | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Remarks

Members of the Class of 1957 Paul Schmidt ’78 Genevieve Wolff and Steve Jurvetson ’85 Paul Genender ’87, Joanie and Larry Genender, and Dan Northcut ’81 Jeff Hawkins ’88 and Brian Hargrove ’88 William Atkinson ’95 Chris Lee ’96 with his family Jim Bob Womack ’98 and Eric Barta ’99 with Cory Martin The ReMarker Campout Kanchana and Arish Gupta ’03 welcomed Milana Sanvi Gupta

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Remarks

55

Remarks

Members of the Class of 2003 Lauren Piper married Barrett Johnson ’06 Meyer Korngut Tait, Jack and Owen Walker The Fletcher family Adelaide Collins Kline The celebration for William Hicks ’10 Lieutenant Tower Cook ’12 married Tiffany Byrd

56

Remarks | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Remarks

2003 (continued) On Saturday, December 4, members of the Class of 2003 gathered at the American Airlines Center to watch the Memphis Grizzlies,

Charlotte. The Fletchers reside in Dallas, along with their dog, Georgia. Madison is the newest granddaughter to DWIGHT FLETCHER ’75 and his wife Bitsy.

led by Head Coach TAYLOR JENKINS ’03, defeat the Dallas Mavericks 97 – 90.

Courtney and DAVID GILBERG ’07 welcomed a baby boy, Simon, into the world on January 4, 2022. The Gilberg family lives

JOHN TOUGH ’03 recently started as a Board Member for Smartcar.

in Dallas.

He is a Co-founder and the Managing Partner at Energize Ventures, a venture capital and growth equity firm focused on accelerating the digital innovation of energy and sustainability.

LUKE KLINE ’07 and his wife Tory welcomed a daughter, Adelaide

Collins Kline, into their family on December 6, 2021. Collins is the couple’s first child and the niece of WILLIE KLINE ’00.

2004 MARK HARIZ ’04 was promoted to Operating Partner, Head of

Corporate Development at Alkeon Capital Management.

BRANNIN MCBEE ’04 is the Co-founder and CSO of CoreWeave,

a specialized cloud provider built for NVIDIA GPU-accelerated workload. In November 2021, CoreWeave raised $50 million from Magnetar Capital, a leading alternative investor.

NEIL FERRINI ’04 and his wife Caroline recently welcomed their

son James into their family. James joins the Ferrini family as the

2008 JASON BLUNK ’08 has accepted a new role as a Data Scientist at

MVPIndex where he resides in Dallas.

2010 Paige Sigband and WILLIAM HICKS ’10 recently celebrated their engagement. The party was attended by JEANIE LAUBE and alumni from the Class of 2010, including MICHAEL SHULMAN ’10, DANIEL RAFKIN ’10, WILLIAM HICKS ’10, TOM DUFFY ’10, DILLON DANDURAND ’10, and FRED ADDY ’10.

younger brother to Oliver and Eleanor.

2012

2006

Tiffany Byrd and Lieutenant TOWER COOK ’12 exchanged wedding

Lauren Piper and BARRETT JOHNSON ’06 were married in November 2021. The Johnsons reside in Salt Lake City, Utah.

ALEX ROSS KORNGUT ’06 and his wife, Alex, welcomed their baby

boy, Meyer Korngut, into the world on July 11, 2021. The Korngut family resides in Dallas.

Shannon and ZACH WALKER ’06 celebrated the end of 2021 by adding a baby boy to their family on December 29. Brothers Tait and Jack were excited to meet Baby Owen. The Walker family lives in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

ANDREW SMITH ’06 and his wife, Jessica, welcomed their first

child, Cambrian (Cam) Rex Hinojosa Smith, on August 31, 2021.

2007

vows on November 28, 2021, at The Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek. The newlyweds will make their home in Cambridge, England, where Tower is stationed at RAF Molesworth with USAFRICOM.

2013 In September 2021, BRYCE AHART ’13 started a new job at STARZ as the producer for Starz’s critically acclaimed wrestling drama HEELS. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California.

MICHAEL GILLILAND ’13, former engineer at SpaceX, is now

working at Neuralink, a brain research startup founded by Elon Musk.

Meg and MARK SENTER ’13 were married on October 16, 2021, and reside in Dallas.

JOEL FLETCHER ’07 and his wife, Kristin, welcomed their

daughter, Madison Anne, on January 29, 2021. Madison joins the Fletcher family as their second child and younger sister to St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Remarks

57

Remarks

Lauren and Cameron Baxley ’14 welcomed Hank Baxley Seun Omonije ’18 Lauren and Trent Calder welcomed Clarke Trenton Calder Anna and Tim Crouch welcomed Henry Crouch Katherine Magruder married Bryan Boucher Lauren and Glenn Stroh Jonas Michael Wood Nick and Lexie Zitaglio welcomed Eliza Grace Zitaglio

58

Remarks | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Remarks

2014

Faculty & Staff

CAMERON BAXLEY ’14 and his wife Lauren welcomed their son

Lauren and TRENT CALDER welcomed their baby Clarke Trenton

Hank into the world on August 31, 2021.

Calder on October 21, 2021. At birth, Clarke weighed a healthy 7 lbs 11oz. Trent serves as the St. Mark’s Aquatics

FORD ROBINSON ’14 has started a new role as Banking Officer and

teacher and coach.

Portfolio Manager at WaFd Bank.

Isaiah and ISABEL CISNEROS welcomed their baby, Kai Mateo RILEY GRAHAM ’14 was promoted to Senior Associate in the Real

Cisneros, born on November 2, 2021 at 6 lb. 15 oz. and 18.5 inches.

Estate Group at Blackstone.

Isabel is the Assistant Director of Community Service and teaches Spanish.

LUKE WILLIAMS ’14 launched his own personal landing page,

www.LukeWilliamsPhD.com, to display his writing, research,

Anna and TIM CROUCH welcomed their second son, Henry, on

and consultation work.

June 6, 2021. Henry joins the Crouch family as the younger brother

2015

to George. Tim joined St. Mark’s as the Director of Development in June 2021.

MATTHEW MEADOWS ’15 graduated with his MBA in Sports

Entertainment Management from the University of North Texas

KEVIN DILWORTH was recently inducted into the Sports Hall of

in December 2021.

Fame at Abilene Christian University for his collegiate long jump

2018

achievements and indoor national championship win in 1996.

Kevin serves as the Strength and Conditioning coach.

In November 2021, SEUN OMONIJE ’18 announced he will be returning to Google for a full-time position at the Quantum AI

JASON LANGE was appointed the Chair of the 2022 International

team in Los Angeles, California.

Boys School Coalition (IBSC) Conference that will be held at St. Mark’s in June 2022.

On February 12, 2022, faculty members KATHERINE MAGRUDER and BRYAN BOUCHER were married in New York City.

Lauren and GLENN STROH were married in the Texas Hill Country on December 17, 2021. Glenn is the St. Mark’s Choirmaster and Organist.

Bryan and KATE WOOD welcomed their son, Jonas Michael Wood, on February 27. At birth, Jonas weighed 10 pounds and was 21 inches long. Kate is the Middle and Upper School Art Teacher.

Nick and LEXIE ZITAGLIO welcomed their daughter, Eliza Grace, on December 9, 2021. Eliza weighed 7 lbs. and measured 21 inches in length. Lexie is the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Remarks

59

Remarks

in memoriam Alumni A. JOHN BEHRENS ’57, September 18, 2021.

HARRY “SAM” D. HAWN ’61, October 6, 2021, brother of

Joe V. Hawn, Jr. ’64.

ROBERT S. SRIGLEY ’63, August 6, 2021.

LOYD W. POWELL, JR. ’64, September 11, 2021.

S. DANIEL EDWARDS ’71, November 2, 2021.

Emeritus Trustee WILLIAM “BILL” M. LAMONT, JR. ’67 passed away on January 25, 2022. Bill attended St. Mark’s for 12 years and continued his education at University of North Carolina where he graduated with a degree in Political Science in 1971. Throughout his time at UNC, Bill worked on the 1970 Senatorial campaign of George H.W. Bush and went on to work in Washington, D.C. as a staff assistant to Richard Nixon

DONALD W. WINSPEAR ’77, September 17, 2021, brother of

Malcolm G. Winspear ’78 and Robert L. Winspear ’83.

DALE WEYAND ’78, November 25, 2021.

THOMAS U. MATTINGLY ’16, December 10, 2021.

until Nixon resigned in 1974. Following his time in D.C., Bill and his wife Mary Noel moved back to Dallas where he

Community Members

had a 50-year business career in various energy, financial,

AUBREY C. “ACE” BLACK, JR., January 3, 2022, grandfather of

transportation and real estate entrepreneurial ventures.

J. Houston Golden ’08 and G. Hawkins Golden III ’07, father-in-law of G. Hawkins Golden II ’70.

Bill was actively involved in several organizations, including the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA). His involvement began at

JANICE C. BLUMENTHAL, March 10, 2021, grandmother

the DMA when he joined as a member in 1988 and included

of Jordan Blumenthal ’08, Lucas Blumenthal ’24, and

serving on the Board of Trustees since 2013. Until his passing,

Samuel Blumenthal ’26.

Bill was serving as the Chairman of the Board since 2018.

He also served as a member of the Budget and Finance Committee from 2004 – 2005.

In addition to the DMA, Bill served on the St. Mark’s Board of Trustees from 1987 – 1996. Throughout his time on the Board,

GERARD A. BOUCHER, November 11, 2021, father of faculty

member Bryan M. Boucher and father-in-law of faculty member Katherine Magruder.

SHIRLEY CUBAN, February 4, 2022, grandmother of Jake Cuban ’28.

Bill was a part of the Education Committee from 1992 – 1994,

JOSEPH W. FAY, February 18, 2022, father of Nathan W. Fay ’92 and

the Executive Committee from 1993 – 1994, and the Finance

grandfather of Matthew J. Fay ’30.

Committee from 1994 – 1996.

JERRY FEFERMAN, July 27, 2020, grandfather of Hugh Feferman ’26.

Bill is survived by his wife Mary Noel, sons William “Max” Lamont III ’96 and J. Miles Lamont ’98, grandson William

NANCY JO FISH, October 25, 2021, mother of Johnathan C. Fish ’92

Lamont ’28, and brother-in-law John D. Murchison ’66.

and Joel A. Fish ’96, grandfather of Henry F. Fish ’33.

JOAN BARBOUR GRAY, November 29, 2021, mother of David G.

Rogers ’77 and James B. Rogers ’85, grandmother of Michael B. Cole ’08, Christopher B. Rhoades ’09, and James E. Rogers ’19.

60

Remarks | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Remarks

HELEN C. GRIER, January 14, 2022, mother of Jogn F. Grier ’76

BILL SLATES, August 30, 2021, father of Emeritus Trustee

and the late Thomas P. Grier ’86, and grandmother of

Leigh S. Koch, grandfather of Nicholas B. Koch ’22 and

Daniel S. Gillette ’10.

Thomas Bowden Slates ’23.

LAWRENCE L. HANSON III, January 7, 2022, father

JAMES W. WOMACK, January 1, 2022, grandfather of James

of Benjamin M. Hanson ’93 and Brian A. Hanson ’95,

“Jim Bob” Womack ’98, and great-grandfather of

grandfather of Owen A. Hanson ’26 and Wyatt E. Hanson ’27.

James Brayden Womack ’18 and Robert “Bo” Womack ’28.

REAGIN HULTS, August 19, 2021, former staff member.

JEAN T. WORTLEY, January 13, 2022, mother of Lower School

Administrative Assistant Kathy Mallick, and grandmother of Sam BONNIE B. LANNEN, January 17, 2022, grandmother of Richard

Mallick ’10, Joe Mallick ’11, Jack Mallick ’14, and Will Mallick ’20.

Aidan Lannen ’25.

CAROLYN C. YOUNG, January 26, 2022, mother of CHARLENE P. LEVERING, December 7, 2021, mother

Stephen R. Young ’70.

of Craig R. Levering ’75 and great-grandmother of Hunter J. Redlich, IV ’32.

BARBARA JEAN LEVY, November 14, 2021, grandmother of

Hugh J. Feferman ’26.

TIM HICKS, ST. MARK'S BAND DIRECTOR THERESA LENEAU, November 18, 2021, mother of Assistant

Tim Hicks passed away unexpectedly on

Head of Upper School Jason Leneau, and grandmother of

March 4, 2022. For more than two decades,

Isaiah D. Leneau ’32.

Mr. Hicks served the School and all the boys in his care with unwavering dedication

IRMA M. LOPEZ, September 25, 2021, grandmother of Enrique

and enthusiasm. We will be sharing more

A. Villarreal ’98 and Esteban Villarreal ’03, great-grandmother

about his legacy and impact in the next issue

of Emory I. Villarreal ’30.

of The PRIDE.

JOHN W. MORAN, September 20, 2021, grandfather of

Aidan C. Moran ’25.

“Tim’s greatest passion was teaching band and inspiring students to find the magic moments in a song, to listen to each other, and to play with joy.”

HELEN RUTH PARKS, November 20, 2021, mother of

Robert B. Parks ’71.

—Marion Glorioso-Kirby, Anthony Vintcent Fine Arts Department Chair

CATERINA PICCAGLI, October 21, 2021, mother of

Lawrence Piccagli ’85, Massimo Piccagli ’82, and the late Paul Piccagli ’80, grandmother of Alessandro J. Piccagli ’20, Paul S. Piccagli ’12, and Henry J. Piccagli ’22.

VICTOR G. RENDA, November 20, 2021, half-brother of

Rocco R. Renda ’26 and Enzo R. Renda ’28.

WALTER N. SKINNER, M.D., January 15, 2022, father of

Walter N. Skinner III ’92.

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Spring 2022 | Remarks

61

Endnotes ONLINE GIVING The St. Mark’s Fund is the School’s most important, ongoing fundraising priority, providing more than 10 percent of its annual operating budget. You may give online through our secure server at www.smtexas.org/smfund. Every gift makes a difference.

THE

PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas Community Magazine

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

ARCHIVES

Scott Moore

From the Terrill School all the way to St. Mark’s School of Texas, ours is

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

a school with a long and rich history. If you have school memorabilia that you would like to donate to St. Mark’s to be preserved in our archives, please contact the Office of Development & Alumni Relations at 214.346.8800.

David Carden

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Alex Hughes

ASSISTANT HEADMASTER FOR EXTERNAL AFFAIRS Scott Jolly

SUBMISSIONS Do you have a great story you’d like to share with your fellow alumni?

Have you made any changes in your life such as a new job, new degree, marriage, children, or other announcement? Please send your stories, along with any photos, to the Office of Development & Alumni Relations

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT Tim Crouch

AHLBERG & RIBMAN FAMILY DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS Alex Eshelbrenner ’04

so we can include them in our next issue. Submissions may be made in any of three ways: • www.smtexas.org/alumni/class-notes Use our online form to send in your “Remarks.”

• Email | eshelbrennera@smtexas.org Send your information and high-resolution photos to Alex Eshelbrenner ’04 at eshelbrennera@smtexas.org.

• U.S. Mail Send to St. Mark’s School of Texas, Attn. Alex Eshelbrenner, 10600 Preston Road, Dallas, TX 75230-4047 Submissions not included in this edition will appear in the next issue of The Pride.

THE PRIDE is published twice annually by St. Mark’s School of Texas, Office of Development & Alumni Relations, 10600 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75230-4047, and is distributed to alumni, parents, and friends of the School.

In producing this magazine, every effort has been made to ensure that it is accurate. Please report any errors, or receipt of multiple copies, to the Office of Development & Alumni Relations, and accept our sincerest apologies.

St. Mark’s School of Texas does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. ©2022 St. Mark’s School of Texas An Office of Development & Alumni Relations Publication

62

Endnotes | THE PRIDE

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Leave Your Mark D R . R E Y B O S I TA & D R . J U D Y H S U B O S I TA

“As a family enjoying the St. Mark’s experience of today, we asked ourselves, ‘How can we make it even better in the future?’”

—Dr. Rey Bosita & Dr. Judy Hsu Bosita

As parents of four current Marksmen and close relatives of several alumni, few families are more entrenched within the St. Mark’s community than Dr. Rey Bosita & Dr. Judy Hsu Bosita. And while deep familial ties can certainly impact one’s fervor for supporting the School, for Rey, it was a joint experience with his son, Carson ’25, that created a very real and tangible bond with our school.

“The Frank Jordan Wilderness Trip to Wyoming was instrumental to us falling more in love with St. Mark’s. I never had an opportunity like that in my education,” said Rey. “It would have been incredible to spend a week camping in Wyoming with my Dad and all my classmates!”

There is no denying that the St. Mark’s experience is both difficult and competitive, but the experiences and resources provided to the boys daily through the long-term support of so many community members create an atmosphere in which every Marksmen can succeed.

Members of the Menter B. Terrill Society maximize their support of St. Mark’s through planned gifts and leave a legacy that will benefit future generations of Marksmen. This society celebrates alumni, parents, and friends who include the School in their long term philanthropic plans. Estate gifts, retirement plan beneficiary designations and other planned gift vehicles provide critical resources that ensure St. Mark’s can sustainably deliver an exceptional education and transformative growth opportunities.

For Rey and Judy, joining The Terrill Society was a monumental step in their relationship with St. Mark’s.

“It was a huge step putting St. Mark’s in our will, but in the end the decision was very easy. We choose to honor places that improve our lives and the lives of our four sons, and St. Mark’s has done just that,” said Rey. “In fact, we see every day on campus as another opportunity for our sons to learn and grow even more. The years they spend at St. Mark’s will pay great dividends in college and beyond.”

THE TERRILL SOCIETY To learn more or join the Terrill Society, please visit smtexas.org/plannedgiving, or contact Tim Crouch in the Office of Development & Alumni Relations at 214.346.8809 or croucht@smtexas.org.

10600 Preston Road Dallas, Texas 75230-4047 214.346.8000 • www.smtexas.org

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

PAID

DALLAS, TEXAS PERMIT NO. 1341

St. Mark’s School of Texas

St. Mark’s School of Texas

Goals for St. Mark’s IV | The Athletic Center Project

THE PRIDE | Spring 2022 | Vol. 27, No. 1