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Core Values
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Demonstrating God’s love and sacrifice for all people
E mbracing everyone’s potential to be extraordinary
S erving others with dignity
Teaching values, building character and demanding integrity
Investing in positive community transformation
Nurturing self-confidence, individual sacrifice and embracing cultural awareness
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To provide an unparalleled education and compatible community services through a faith-based experience, with emphasis on impacting low and moderate income families.
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EDITORIAL & DESIGN TEAM: Kimberly Ballard-Madison, Kate Blackstone, Anyika McMillan-Herod, Elijah Hubbard, Antavia Mason, Cassie Muñoz, and Breanna Turnley
CONTRIBUTORS: Dr. Terry J. Flowers and Kellee Murrell ON THE COVER: A participant in St. Philip's Athletics Program from summer 2021. Photo by Malcolm Herod
WE’RE LAUNCHING OUT INTO THE DEEP
It has been said that when the time to perform arrives, the time to plan has passed.
St. Philip’s is delighted and humbled to have completed its most extensive and ambitious strategic plan to date. Special gratitude is extended to John Kiser, Kathy Hubbard , Candance Conerly and numerous other staff and volunteers who persevered through the pandemic to produce our guide into the future. In Luke 5:4, Jesus gave the instruction to thrust out a little. Then He commanded - “launch out into the deep.”
...consistent with its genesis as a small church in the late 1940s, St. Philip’s continues to be responsive to the concerns and challenges of the community surrounding it.
I am ecstatic to share with you the courageous initiative of our board leadership, faculty and staff to begin the work of executing our thoughtful and dynamic 10-year strategic plan. It is ambitious as well as uplifting and will require tremendous resources of talent, time, and treasure to implement. This 2022 summer edition of our 1600 magazine will touch on many of the initiatives that are already underway
as we in typical St. Philip’s fashion, walk by FAITH. We are undeniably convinced that our passion to fulfill God‘s will, and His faithfulness will lead us victoriously through the execution of our bold plan that rests on six pillars, with numerous goals and objectives.
The pillars will ensure that ten years from now, St. Philip’s School and Community Center would have strengthened the school, deepened its relationship with alumni and neighbors, cultivated a broad base of donors and friends, attracted and secured exceptional and dynamic faculty/ staff and volunteer leadership, and ensured a revitalized, healthy, and thriving neighborhood and community.
The work has already begun in several areas of strategic focus. This includes creating more avenues of opportunity and access through our student pathways initiative and increased enrollment. In addition, our trustees are in the final stages of completing a comprehensive compensation study that will be used as a foundation for marching into what should be every school’s most important task which is to attract and maintain the highest level of talent to educate our brilliant students. Blessings
are extended to Ernst & Young for their innovation and resourcefulness to support this initiative.
As we execute our 10-year strategic roadmap, we are also strengthening our financial planning and processes. High compliments are extended to our finance committee, headed by Melissa Orth , for their work in ensuring our financial forethought and stewardship of this ministry.
Finally, consistent with its genesis as a small church in the late 1940s, St. Philip’s continues to be responsive to the concerns and challenges of the community surrounding it. In response to our recent equitable development plan, we have started the process of establishing additional services and programming as a part of our community advancement initiatives. In addition to the economic development, housing and public safety initiatives that are on the way, we are in the initial stages of a feasibility study that will examine the merits of a program that allows our neighbors to benefit from the inevitable revitalization of the neighborhood we call home.
St Philip’s continues to move boldly in God’s favor knowing that His word is true, and we are confident that He is covering His ministry. As Jeremiah 29:11 assures us, “I know the plans I have for you,” St. Philip’s marches forward with its strategic pathways reminding ourselves that it was not raining when Noah built the ark.
Blessings,
Dr. Terry J. Flowers
HATS OFF TO A GREAT YEAR!
This year, St. Philip’s continued its efforts toward a balanced education that promotes students’ social, emotional, and academic growth, with a core focus on Honor, Achievement, Tenacity, and Scholarship. Our 240 students engaged in weekly conversations and lessons focused on conflict
Enriching
opportunities build confidence, awareness, and a zest for success.
resolution, respect, interpersonal relationships, and mental and physical wellness. They learned how to give honor and to respect themselves and others. Our new Tuesday Humanities Chapels challenged students to develop their character and grow in their faith throughout the year.
In addition, our scholars excelled in and out of the classroom. Throughout the year, students participated in public speaking opportunities in our oratorical contests. They solved critical, complex real-world problems through our project-based learning curriculum and experienced “school without walls” during their reinstated academic excursions. Finally, our robust performing arts program highlighted their talents and creativity.
St. Philip’s believes that transformative education should also offer students access to valuable
experiences. This year, our scholars interacted with The Most Reverend, Michael Curry, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church; NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal; Paige Hernandez, a Broadway playwright; the Brooklyn Jumbies Afro-Caribbean stilts dancers; a professional set designer; learned financial literacy with members of JP Morgan Chase Bank, and so much more. Through these incredible experiences, student pathways for career aspirations were formed and our students’ world view expanded. These enriching opportunities build confidence, awareness, and a zest for success.
Finally, we are excited to begin our venture into a full middle school program at St. Philip’s with the addition of 7th grade for the upcoming 20222023 school year. We look forward to seeing many of our current 6th graders back on campus to begin building on all they’ve gleaned from a dynamic St. Philip’s education thus far.
Sincere Regards and Happy Summer,
Kellee Murrell
Christian Education
BEARING FRUIT IN NEW SEASONS
As the 2021-2022 academic year comes to an end, St. Philip’s School and Community Center has much to celebrate. This moment brought growth and blessings and we are now in a season of bearing the fruits of our labors. This was our first full year back for “in person” school since the onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020. Teachers and over 240 students returned to campus in August with high hopes and great expectancy of an exciting period of learning ahead of them. It has not been without challenges but being able to interact with students and families after such a long wait has made this year and all its accomplishments worthwhile.
St. Philip’s experienced monumental growth and our students blossomed in all areas, experiencing little learning loss, even after an extended period of distance and hybrid learning. However, for those students needing extra support or even academic enrichment, we were able to provide tutoring and more through our expanded Reading and Academic Support program, and key partnerships with organizations like SMU.
As summer approaches, it is with boundless joy we look back on this year and what all our students, faculty, and staff have accomplished. Through art, STEM, events, and community volunteerism, the 2021-2022 academic year paves the way for a dynamic year ahead.
6TH GRADE STUDENTS ARE EXCITED ABOUT WHAT’S ON THE HORIZON –7TH GRADE!
St. Philip’s Student Council President, Jonathan Lax , and Vice President, Eden Murrell , have attended the school since they were in Early Childhood. As 6th graders, they were prepared to begin embarking on new beginnings away from St. Philip’s for 7th grade, however, both were thrilled to learn earlier this school year that St. Philip’s would be launching a full middle school program, with the addition of 7th and 8th grade over the next two years. With this exciting development, Lax and Murrell will continue to be Saints until they go off to high school.
“I’m looking forward to more opportunities outside of school, such as excursions that come with a new grade,” said Eden. “Nobody else has experience with seventh grade. We will be the ones to tell the younger kids what it is like.”
The addition of seventh grade has given Jonathan a sense of comfort.
The last two years have been unpredictable due to the pandemic. Still, as things start to return to normal, Eden and Jonathan feel a sense of relief, especially since they both have a whole new St. Philip’s experience to look forward to.
The addition of seventh grade has given Jonathan a sense of comfort. “I did not know where I wanted to go after St. Philip’s,” he shared. “It will be sad leaving St. Philip’s when I do, but for now, I’m going to enjoy the upcoming year and eighth grade too.”
Jonathan is already considered a “St. Philip’s Lifer” since he has attended the school since PK2. “St. Philip’s has helped me in not just gaining knowledge but also gaining good social skills that I can take with me beyond St. Philip’s,” he said.
CON AT ST. PHILIP’S CONTINUES
This past fall, St. Philip’s received its first beehive as an expansion of our comprehensive STEM program due to a Capital One. With the new “Saints” addition of friendly bees, our lead science teacher, Tia Stevens, has incorporated bee lessons into her curriculum.
“Due to the recent harsh winters and weather freezes, we had another hive of buzzing bees installed that were ready to work on St. Philip’s campus,” explains Ms. Stevens. This proved to be a great decision, as this spring St. Philip’s was able to yield its first bee-tastic harvest of honey! With our new beehive, 100 jars of honey in partnership with Alveole , have been prepped for distribution, with more to come later this summer. These jars will find a home on the shelves of Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry just in time for our return to in-person “shopping” for our pantry clients, after our pivot to drive-thru services during the pandemic.
St. Philip’s is blessed to be a BEEcon for both educational and social service opportunities for its students. “They are both learning to improve themselves and giving back to improve our community,” says Stevens.
HIGHLIGHTING
ST. PHILIP’S “LIFERS”
A “St. Philip’s Lifer” is a student who has attended the school since Early Childhood. Many thanks to the parents of the following 6th grade students who wholeheartedly believed in the mission and vision of St. Philip’s. The legacy of St. Philip’s continues with each of you!
Returning Lifers for the first incoming 7th grade class are: Jonathan Lax , Eden Murrell , Kaeden Walker, & Jeremiah Grant.
Although all “Lifers” will not continue with St. Philip’s, we are grateful to call Trinity Musco, Korbin Harris , Ryan Cook , and Myles Branch treasured alumni and members of the Saints family! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
ROAD TRIPPIN’ THROUGH HISTORY
Our 5th and 6th grade students were able to experience the milestone annual “Civil Rights Trip” together this year, after a two-year hiatus from major field trips due to the pandemic. This week-long road trip to visit museums, monuments, universities, and cities such as Selma, AL, Montgomery, AL, Memphis, TN, and Atlanta, GA, that defined this transformative era in our country, has been unique to St. Philip’s for well over two decades.
This excursion always proves to be an unforgettable and impactful way to bring the Black experience and American history to life for our scholars and their teachers.
ST. PHILIP’S BELOVED
ACADEMIC EXCURSIONS RESUME
6TH GRADERS EXPLORE THE GRAND CANYON!
Just a couple days after returning to Dallas from the Civil Rights Trip, our 6th graders joined Dr. Flowers and their teachers on the coveted “rites of passage” excursion to the Grand Canyon. This trip has traditionally served as a grand finale to the St. Philip’s experience and a culmination of 6th grade’s Social Studies curriculum exploring indigenous culture in the Americas. A visit to the Grand Canyon is both a humbling and inspiring experience for our students, as there is nothing grander than viewing one of God’s most majestic creations and hiking into its very depths to experience nature’s glory firsthand.
It is with great joy and excitement to be able to celebrate the longevity and commitment of the families who choose a St. Philip’s education for their child(ren). What used to serve as a farewell trip is now a cause for celebration as we welcome our very first 7th grade class at St. Philip’s School and Community Center in August.
HATS OFF TO OUR PARENT PARTNERS!
We would like to tip our hats to all of our parents for their tremendous support throughout this school year. We also offer our sincerest gratitude to the following homeroom parents who have been so gracious with their time, talent, and gifts. The faculty and staff have been showered with breakfast tacos, personalized favorite treats, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, Steel City Pops, Frios Pop, among other items throughout the year. We are appreciative of these thoughtful and intentional gestures of love and encouragement, especially in these unprecedented times.
PK2A - Duanna Reagler, Victoria Stevenson, and Stacey Lotten
PK3 A – Nichelle Bennet and Taryn Love
PK3 B – Natasha Colter, Ashlyn Fisher, and Crystal Stinson
PK3 C – Candis Lavallais
PK4 A – Phallon Tillis and Heather West
PK4 B – Bria Manning
Kinder A – Camilla Johnson
Kinder B – Melanie Mitchell
1A/1B – Branisha Smith and Tominique White
2nd A/B – Shonna Cooks and Angela Owens
3rd – Detitria Woodard, Wendelin Donahue, Telesa Blackwell, and DeAnn Lax
4th – Katrina Keyes, Sherilyn Smith-Rudolph, and Emoni Wicks
5th – Kay Honeyman and Kira McCoy
6A/6B – Sharon Hills and Donna Elder
ST. PHILIP’S WELCOMES NEW FACULTY AND STAFF
RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Farewells are never easy, but we’d like to bid one of our beloved faculty members a wonderful retirement. Our very own Ramona Thomas has embarked on a new journey. Ms. Thomas has been a significant fixture at St. Philip's for more than 29 years. To say that she will be missed is an understatement. Ms. Thomas is an extraordinary educator, dynamic leader, and friend to all.
We thank you, Ms. Thomas, for every exceptional lesson you wrote to make learning engaging, for every program you created for our kids to shine, for every hour spent encouraging a parent, for every hug you gave a child in need, and for each year you spent devoted to this ministry. You will truly be missed here at St. Philip’s, but we hope this next phase of your life is filled with God’s abundant blessings. You made a mark on our hearts and for that we will be forever grateful.
Joston Collins, Community Programs Specialist- Youth
Shonna Cooks, Administrative Assistant
Cassie Munoz, Digital Content Specialist
Nina Sanni-Thomas, Community Programs Specialist-Children
2021-2022 ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS
St. Philip’s values not only our students but our parents as well! This year has been full of engaging and new special events and opportunities to get to know the families we serve better. Parent Liaison, Ametria Maryland , spearheaded four dynamic in-person events for our students and families. The series of special events included Family Game Night, Family Art Night, Family Fit Night, and Family Bingo Night
Family Game Night kicked off the series and was a terrific way to initiate communication and camaraderie between faculty and parents. Our Art Teacher, Jennifer Kindert , hosted a fun night of arts and crafts, allowing families to flex their creative muscles as a team. Family Fit night took place on the Athletic Field and under the leadership of our P.E. Teacher, Dr. Marcus Johnson It offered a delightful night of fun, fitness, and play. Finally, thanks to the Friends of St. Philip’s auxiliary, our faculty and staff, many of whom are also parents, enjoyed an evening of laughter, fun, and prizes with their students for Bingo Night. It proved to be the perfect jumpstart for Employee Appreciation Week.
As our campus continues to open back up for full operations, St. Philip’s looks forward to implementing more offerings and opportunities to strengthen and deepen its relationship with the families and students we serve.
St. Philip's was honored to welcome The Most Rev. Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop, and Primate of The Episcopal Church
During this visit, Bishop Curry toured the St. Philip’s campus and gave our students, faculty, and staff a dynamic and engaging chapel talk and homily.
Community Impact
SHINING LIGHT ON BLACK HISTORY THROUGH COMMUNITY MURALS
St. Philip’s has partnered with the Shining Light Foundation , a nonprofit whose belief is that art is a powerful tool that is known to bring communities together through shared experiences, reflection, and forming connections that transcend differences. They have established the Black History Month Mural Project where 28 murals are painted representing the 28 days in Black History Month. The intent behind this mural project is to educate society about impactful figures and the significant role and contributions made to our country. Three local artists were chosen to do murals in our neighborhood. One of them is our own Juan Hernandez , alumnus and former art teacher at St. Philip’s. Juan currently teaches at Parish Episcopal School, where he is also an alumnus. His mural fills the entire back wall of the newly opened WeCreation Center at St. Philip’s, and it will be visible to cars traveling west on MLK Jr. Blvd. (from I-45). Juan’s design includes beautiful portraits of three notable Black women in STEM; chemist Alice Ball, inventor Patricia Bath, and biochemist Marie Daly.
ST. PHILIP’S AWARDED PUBLIC SAFETY GRANT FROM CFT
We are thrilled to share that Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) has awarded St. Philip’s a major grant supporting our community-driven, collaborative approach to address public safety in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. corridor. CFT is interested in promoting safety in neighborhoods in Dallas County that have been most affected by the recent rise in crime by supporting community-driven approaches to public safety.
Safety is fundamental to the health and vitality of our community. It is also critical to attracting communityminded businesses and homeowners to our neighborhood. When crime is high, the community economy stagnates. Revitalization depends on crime reduction as they are interrelated.
This project will improve the safety of our community and reduce crime in the MLK corridor by:
1. Transforming nuisance properties into thriving businesses that will serve the neighborhood in three former liquor store spaces on MLK Jr. Blvd. This initiative will attract new healthy businesses, create jobs, and provide amenities desired by the community, including a community engagement center in partnership with the Dallas Police Department.
2. Increasing visibility, attention, and cleanliness to currently dark, vacant, and unsightly buildings and surrounding streetscapes in the MLK Jr. Blvd. corridor by implementing security programs driven by community design for the area to include a courtesy patrol, additional lighting, security cameras, and Ring doorbell distribution and installation. The addition of these crime deterrent elements will make our community safer for neighbors, businesses, and visitors to the area.
St. Philip’s project to renovate former liquor stores, reinforced by specific crime deterrent strategies and the improved appearance of the neighborhood, will be transformational and will dramatically improve the safety along the MLK Jr. Blvd. corridor in the Forest District and help realize the community’s goal of a walkable mixeduse neighborhood. This effort will create a foundation for a sustainable, economically vibrant, and diverse neighborhood.
THANK
YOU TO WINSTEAD LAW FIRM!
We want to recognize the significant support that the Winstead law firm provides us in pro bono legal services. Team members from Winstead who have invested countless hours in our community development work include St. Philip’s board member David Martin , in addition to Sherry Baldwin , Grant Grubich , John Hind , Laura Hoffmann , Tommy Mann , and Jeremy Wilkins. The Winstead team have been critical in enabling St. Philip’s to reach its prioritized community development goals of providing affordable housing and accessible economic development opportunities to our community. They have also invested significant hours in planning for our future performing arts center, expanded food pantry, athletic field and future community park, by leading the zoning change efforts required by the City of Dallas for these initiatives. We are immensely thankful to the entire Winstead firm for supporting this investment in our South Dallas community.
for community innovation
If you need a space to utilize for meetings, retreats, collaborative special projects, and workshops for your church, organization, or business, consider St. Philip’s WeCreation Center. We’re open for business and nonprofit use!
What is the WeCreation Center used for?
The WeCreation Center invites leaders and innovators from all over Dallas who believe in putting people at the heart of the challenge. The 2500 sq. ft building is a customizable, flexible space designed to serve as a think tank where individuals and organizations are inspired to collaborate and strategize on outcomes for complex community topics. This unique space is available for non-profits, businesses, and individuals to host collaborative events that align with the center’s vision.
Who can use the WeCreation Center?
Members of St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s neighborhood, Local Non-Profits, Government Agencies, Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs, and Corporations
When is the WeCreation Center available?
The WeCreation Center is available Monday - Friday. Saturdays are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Where is the WeCreation Center located?
The WeCreation Center is located at 3016 Colonial Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75215
Who are some of the organizations that have used the WeCreation Center?
Goodwill Industries, the City of Dallas, and Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas
Why was the WeCreation Center created?
The WeCreation Center was created to be a “change chamber” in South Dallas and to do the following:
• To provide an affordable and innovative space for use in our community
• To explore projects that take on complex challenges and encourage collaboration in solving urgent social issues.
• To deeply integrate human centered design and project-based learning practices into neighborhood change efforts.
DREAM IT.
BELIEVE IT.
BUILD IT.
THE MIGHTY IMPACT OF ST. PHILIP’S TRANSFORMATIVE WE BELIEVE CAMPAIGN
Transformation is a choice. Over the last six years, St. Philip’s School and Community Center embarked on its boldest and largest fundraising venture to date – WE BELIEVE. This multifaceted campaign, spearheaded by two cabinets comprised of 52 members, collaborated with Perot Family Headmaster, Dr. Terry J. Flowers , and two Chief Philanthropy Officers – Benaye Wadkins Chambers and Anyika McMillan-Herod , to successfully increase St. Philip’s visibility in the larger community AND to secure resources to strengthen the Annual Fund, Endowment, core educational and social service programs, and community development efforts. The ultimate goal of WE BELIEVE was to position St. Philip’s for vital growth and sustainability in the years to come.
With a goal of $50 million, this campaign required a dynamic team, clear strategy, and God’s favor to ensure success. Over 140 donors contributed to WE BELIEVE. Gifts ranged from $2,000 to $3 Million. This included 11 gifts of $1 million or more, 43 six figure commitments, 52 five figure commitments, and over 30 commitments of four figures and less.
The tremendous impact of WE BELIEVE is undeniable in its six FOCUS AREAS OF TRANSFORMATION -- Annual Fund growth, Campus Expansion & Renovation, Community Development, Education & Staffing, Endowment growth and Hunger Relief.
Bill Lively passes the We Believe Campaign baton to Roland Parrish
ANNUAL FUND GROWTH
• From 2015 – 2021, the Annual Fund grew from $1.8M to $2.9M , a 58% increase
• $20M of the $50M campaign are Annual Fund and operating dollars
• St. Philip’s Annual Fund supports the organization’s operating budget that also increased over six years, from $3.8M to $6.3M
CAMPUS EXPANSION & RENOVATION
• Secured funds to construct The Moody Performing and Fine Arts Pavilion on the campus
• Renamed the campus’ Legacy Building the Maclin Family Legacy Building
• Renovated a former neighborhood nightclub into St. Philip’s first “named” building on its campus –The Doherty Family Fieldhouse
• Renovated a second former neighborhood nightclub into the new We Creation Cente r
• Established the Rees-Jones Welcome Center at main entry to campus
• Relocated and upgraded the school’s Trammel Crow Library
• Established the Landin Family Literacy Library to host St. Philip’s Academic Support and Dyslexia programs
• Renovated the Legacy Gymnasium that will be renamed the Miller Family Legacy Gym this fall
• Established a new, safe playground for our youngest scholars – The Dallas Stars Early Childhood Playground
• Improved campus security and protocols
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
• Purchased three former liquor stores on MLK, Jr. Boulevard that will be repurposed to house positive and sound businesses for the community
• Secured key lots and properties to support future growth to dramatically improve the MLK Corridor and ensure a vibrant, safe neighborhood
EDUCATION & STAFFING
• Updated curriculum in Math and Science
• Increased professional development funding for faculty
• Added 20+ critical faculty positions and staffing support
• Made significant improvements to technology in all areas
• Ensured annual faculty and staff salary increases
ENDOWMENT GROWTH
• $14.5M of the $50M campaign are Endowment dollars
• From 2015 – 2021, the Endowment grew from $9.5M to $24M , a 155% increase
• The annual distribution from the Endowment to
support St. Philip’s operations and tuition assistance program, also increased by 120%, from $395,000 to $950,000
• Endowment growth was driven by the establishment of:
1. 15 new family funds to support scholarships and tuition assistance,
2. An endowment fund to support Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry
3. An endowment fund to support Afterschool Programs
4. Four new funds to endow key leadership positions, including the Perot Family Headmaster, George T. Lee Jr. Principal , Hunt Family Early Childhood Director, and Landin Family Reading Specialist
HUNGER RELIEF
• Endowed the food pantry and renamed it Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry
• Established a biennial fundraising event – Cookin’ with Aunt Bette – to support ongoing operations of the pantry
• Secured multi-year gifts to support the operations of the pantry
• Expanded food pantry staff
On the Horizon
The success of WE BELIEVE positions St. Philip’s for the launch of a full middle school program, expansion of Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry, and the establishment of an athletic complex, community park, and revitalized MLK Corridor over the next three years.
Volunteer Recognition
Our sincere gratitude and appreciation are extended to the following individuals and families for choosing to believe in our bold vision and leading the way to make our dreams a reality.
WE BELIEVE CABINET #1
Campaign Co-Chairs
Diana and Todd Maclin
Nancy Perot and Rod Jones
Tina and Dan Stansbury, Jr.
Cabinet Members
Amy Youngquist and David Cowling
J. Dow Crocker
John Eagle
Regen Fearon
Melissa and Trevor Fetter
Sherrelle and Brandon Jones
Brill Garrett
Rob Landin
George Lee
Liza Lee
Mickey and Bill Lively
Ann and Chris Mahowald
Anne and Edward Mercer
Paula and John Mitchell
Roland Parrish
Nancy and David Saustad
Kit and Kemp Sawers
Abigail and Andrew Sinwell
Steve Smiley
Bonnie and Peter Smith
William Taylor
WE BELIEVE CABINET #2
Honorary Chair
Dr. Bobby Lyle
Campaign Co-Chairs
Bill Lively
Roland Parrish
Cabinet Members
Shonn and Clarence Brown, III
Angie Carlson
David Cowling
Courtney and Michael Flanagan
Belinda Griffin
John Haigler
Kathy Hubbard
Jennifer James
Sherrelle and Brandon Jones
George Killebrew
Carrie Lee Kirby
Rob Landin
George T. Lee, Jr.
Liza Lee
Ann and Chris Mahowald
Paula and John Mitchell
Kevin Muskat
Shelle Sills
Tina and Dan Stansbury, Jr.
Kelly and Marty Turco
Barbara and Dr. Myron Watkins
WE BELIEVE CAMPAIGN DONORS
The St. Philip’s Community is filled with tremendous gratitude for the following friends and partners who supported the We Believe Campaign with their treasure.
Cornerstone Donors - $500,000+
Anonymous
Betty Regard
Carolyn and Karl Rathjen
Dallas Stars FoundationDavid and Carolyn Miller
Diana and Todd Maclin
Gradus
Jack Matthews
Jewel and Roland Parrish
Katherine and Eric Reeves
Lyda Hill
Mary Kathryn Bass
Nancy and Rod Perot
Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt Foundation
Peggy Dear
Perot Foundation
Rebecca and Rob Landin
Rita Crocker Clements Foundation
Suzanne and Patrick McGee
The Doherty Foundation
The Moody Foundation
The Rees-Jones Foundation
The Sarah and Ross Perot, Jr. Foundation
The Snyder Foundation
Leadership Donors
$100,000 - $499,999
Abigail and Andrew Sinwell
Bill and Wendy Payne
Dr. Bobby Lyle
Claire Dewar
David Munson, Sr.
*Don and Kathryn Houseman
Elaine Agather
Esping Family Foundation
Eugene McDermott Foundation
Fairfield Foundation
Hillcrest Foundation
Hirsch Family Foundation
Hoblitzelle Foundation
Jerry Freeman
Karen and Thomas Falk
Kathy and Harlan Crow
Kleinert Foundation
Lawrence B. Dale Family Foundation
Liz and Tom Halsey
Martin Cox
Melissa and Trevor Fetter
Muse Family Foundation
Pat and Pete Schenkel
Peter P. & Bonnie B. Smith Foundation
Richard D. Bass Foundation
Roberta Snyder (Snyder Family Foundation)
Rowling Foundation
Schatzie and George T. Lee, Jr.
Scott and Jane Hancock
Simmons Sisters Fund
Tina and Dan Stansbury Jr.
Tucker and Rich Enthoven
Vicki and Mike Eastland
Headmaster Donors
Up to $99,999
Alma and Simeon Terry
Amy and Robert Isom
Amy Zicarelli
Andrea and Luther Harris
Angela and Harry Woodson
Angie, Erik, and Kyle Carlson
Ann and Chris Mahowald
Ann and Lee Hobson
Anne and Edward Mercer
Anne Vroom
Anyika and Chris Herod
Arlivia Gamble-Swann
Barbara B. and James Moroney
Baron and Blue Foundation
Bill and Mickey Lively
Bill Keslar and Sandra Baker
Bonnie and Peter Smith
Brandy and Brent Alfred
Brenda Jackson
Brill and Jason Garrett
Carrie and Steven Becker
Catherine Rose
Catherine and Harold MacDowell
Cecilia Boone
Celia and Larry Schoenbrun
Clara and Steve Smiley
Collette and John Haigler
Courtney and Michael Flanagan
Danetta and Tony Harris
David W. Biegler
David Bonnette
David Cowling and Amy Youngquist
Dawn Grove
Dawne Tribolet
Dee and Trey Velvin
Dee Ann and Marshall Payne
Dorothy and Donald Hurt
Dorothy Lazier
Dotti and Anupam Singhal
Eleanor and John Munson
Elizabeth Bourgeois
Elizabeth and *Jack Wahlquist
Ellen Haynes
Erica Lemon
Eugenia and Frank-Paul King
Felice and Dow Crocker
Francene and Clarence Bercher
Frances and James Waters
Gene and Jerry Jones Family Foundation
Ginny and Conner Searcy
Gregory Culbert
Gwen and Doug Parker
Hawn Foundation
Heidi Hill
Hersh Foundation
Horchow Family Charitable Trust
Jackie and Neal Zeigler
James Eiting
Jennifer and Jon Mosle
Joan Stansbury
Kristi and Wallace Hall, Jr.
Lacie and Patrick Crow
Larry Allen
Laura and Dan Boeckman
Linda and William Custard
*Linda Hurt
Lisa and Peter Kraus
Lisa Rocchio
Liza and William Lee
Lyda Hill Foundation
Mary Ann Marshall
Megan and Casey McManemin
Mia Lackey-Zeno
Michael Corboy
Michelle and William Lockhart
Mona Graue
Morgan Cox
Nancy Cain Marcus
Nancy and David Saustad
Nancy Shutt
Nancy Works Leary
Naora and Michael Brundy
Nikki and Tracy Harris
Paula and John Mitchell
*Paula Mosle
Phillip and Donell Wiggins
Rayford Reid
Reggie Perry
Renee and Steve Comen
Richard Eiseman II
Robert Marshall
Robin Pettit
Ronald Steinhart
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
Sarah and Frank Hamlin
Senator Royce West
Shauna and Kirk Willis
Sherry and Leotis Ratcliff
Shonn and *Clarence Brown
Stephanie and Phil Ritter
Susan and Hollye Fisk
Susan and James Graas
Susan and John Kiser
Tangee and Darwin Gibson
Temitope and Ricco Keyes
The Kim Jordan Foundation
The Mark 11:24 Foundation
Judge Monica Purdy and Torbejorne Purdy
Kathy and Michael Hubbard
Katrina and Bill Keyes
Keith Cargill
Kevin Muskat
Kline Family Foundation
Kristen Garlinghouse
The Partnership Foundation
The Richard D. Bass Foundation
Tracey and David Huntley
Vera and Tyrous Ingram
Veronica and Will Murphy
(*) = deceased
ST. PHILIP’S ALUM HEADED TO UNIVERSITY OF UTAH ON A FULL-RIDE
Chase Kennedy, a class of 2016 alum, graduated from The Episcopal School of Dallas and has a lot to look forward to as he enters a new chapter in his life as he is headed to the University of Utah on a full-ride football scholarship. He joined the ESD football team after participating in St. Philip's Athletics program in his formative years. Chase excelled in many sports while at ESD, but football was his passion, and his love for the gridiron originated from his early athletic journey as a “Saint.”
"St Philip's was where I began my football career," said Chase. "I want to thank everyone at St. Philip's who got me where I am today."
Many athletes discover their love for sports while participating in St. Philip's athletics. Kennedy is one of many who has gone on to play a sport at the next level. "There are a lot of talented students that come out of St. Philip's," the Running Back added. "St. Philip's gave me the ingredients for success. If you abide by the tools and advice the coaches give you, I think you will be successful."
Wisely, Chase did just that. He also excels in the classroom.
One thing has stuck with Chase as he developed into the athlete he is today. "St. Philip's taught us never to back down. That's something I took with me to ESD, and now I'll take it to Utah." While he had multiple offers from D1 Universities, he ultimately chose the school that made him feel the way he felt while in grade school at St. Philip’s.
"The relationship I have with all the coaches made Utah feel like a home away from home," said Kennedy. "It's a real family environment there. I knew that as soon as I stepped foot on campus."
ALUMNI
SCHOLAR ATHLETE
WINS STATE AND IS INDUCTED INTO NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Dylan Brown-Turner, a class of 2017 alum of St. Philip’s, attends South Oak Cliff High School. After wrapping up his junior year, Dylan was inducted into the South Oak Cliff chapter of the National Honor Society. “It was really just me having to motivate myself and be determined,” said Dylan after being inducted into the prestigious organization in the spring.
Only those who achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher are invited to join NHS. While Dylan works hard in the classroom, he also works hard on the gridiron. In fact, the Linebacker helped lead the Golden Bears to a state title game in the 2021 season. Unfortunately, Dylan was unable to play due to an injury, but the team persevered and defeated Aledo in the 5A Division 2 State Championship game.
“The main goal is to win state again,” he said. “I have unfinished business; I just want to pick up where I left off my junior year.”
His senior year is months away but that did not hold him back when it came to making plans for his future. “Some places you just feel comfortable,” explained Dylan when talking about his college plans. Dylan has officially committed to The University of North Texas where he will play football after he graduates in 2023.
“I want to thank all my St. Philip’s family for playing a role in who I am today.”
ANNUAL TOURNAMENT CONTINUES TO HONOR PARENT’S LEGACY
The Paul “PBO” Bryson Invitational Basketball Classic was established in 2005 in memory of one of St. Philip’s most dedicated parents and Community Center volunteers. This annual tournament honors Mr. Bryson’s noble legacy and raises scholarship funds to support the education of children in the community. His daughters, Tiffany and Candice, both college graduates, were the first beneficiaries of this unique fundraiser. 60 teams competed in the 2022 tournament. The Bryson family were in attendance and Mrs. Bryson presented awards to the winning teams.
YOUNG, GIFTED, & BLACK
CLASS OF 20 16
Alexandria Belcher is graduating from Alcuin School as a scholar athlete. While at Alcuin, she was captain of the Varsity Volleyball Team and helped lead her team to becoming the first ever District Champions for the 2021-22 Season. She received TAPPS (Texas Association of Private Schools and Parochial Schools) individual recognition for varsity volleyball - 1st Team All-District, Honorable Mention All-State, and Academic All-State (2021-22). She has been accepted to several schools and awarded scholarships including Temple University, University of Houston, Loyola University of Chicago (Trustee Scholarship), Loyola University of New Orleans (Presidential Scholarship), Drexel University (Drexel Merit Scholarship), Xavier University of Louisiana (Academic Scholarship). She plans to study Health Sciences at Spelman College where she is the recipient of the full-ride Dovey Johnson Roundtree Scholarship offered to only 20 freshmen.
Madison Conerly will graduate from The Hockaday School and has been accepted to Howard University, Hampton University, Florida A&M University, Tuskegee University, and Oberlin College. Outside of academics, she enjoys tech theater, drawing, and playing music. Her musical talents include playing the piano since the age of 5. She is also self-taught on the guitar and ukulele. Additionally, she has been awarded the Hockaday Music Award in 2019 and the Dramatic Club for Technical Theater Award in 2022. She will attend Howard University and major in Theatre Technology
Trent Robertson
Trinity White
Kevin Evans
Madison Conerly
Dorian Ross
Chase Kennedy
Rhythm Johnson
Alexandria Belcher
Bella Oliver Kourtni Jones
Nazareth Williams
William Young
Julian Hayes
Kevin Evans is valedictorian of the senior class at Trinity Christian School in Cedar Hill, TX where he will graduate with honors. His school acceptances include Howard University, the University of North Texas, and The University of Texas at Austin. He was vice president of the student body and a member and writer of the yearbook staff. Additionally, he served on the Mayor’s Teen Council for the City of Cedar Hill and had a lead role in the Broadway play “Skin of Our Teeth” at Cedar Valley College. He will attend the University of Texas at Austin where he plans to major in Computer Science
Julian Hayes is graduating from Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy and plans to major in engineering.
Rhythm Johnson will graduate from The Winston School and attend either Prairie View A&M University or Tuskegee University where he will major in Healthcare or Construction Management.
Kourtni Jones is graduating from Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy with both an associate degree in science as well as a high school diploma. She has received acceptances from Prairie View A&M University, Texas Southern University, University of North Texas, Texas Women's University, University of Houston, Sam Houston, Huston Tillotson, Texas A&M Commerce, University of Texas at Arlington, and Langston University. While in high school she was a member of the National Honor Society, Mock Trial, IGNITE, Step Team, and Student Council. She will likely attend Prairie View A&M University and major in Business Administration & Managemen t.
Chase Kennedy is a highly recruited student athlete who will graduate from the Episcopal School of Dallas He was accepted to the University of Houston and the University of Utah. He received athletic scholarships for football from the following schools: University of Utah, Tulane University, University of Houston, Illinois, Kansas State University, Boston College, Arkansas State University, Nebraska, Minnesota, Air Force, Southern Methodist University, Washington State, Texas Christian University (TCU), Oklahoma State University, New Mexico, and Colorado. His athletic awards included: 18-19: Defensive Player of the Year (basketball); 19-20: Newcomer of the Year (football), All-SPC (basketball), Team Co-MVP and Defensive Player of the Year (basketball); 20-21: Athlete of the Year (ESD), Defensive Player of the Year (football and basketball ), All-SPC (football); 21-22: Athlete of the Year (ESD), All-SPC (football), Defensive Player of the Year (football and basketball), 1st Team Defense Texas Private School Football, Texas Private School Defensive Player of the Year (football). Additionally, he was a member of the Black Student Union, Young Men's Service League (YMSL) and was captain of the varsity football and basketball teams. He has committed to play football at the University of Utah on a full-ride scholarship for the Utes.
Xavier Nixon will graduate from The Winston School. As a student-athlete, he was a member of the track and basketball team, National Honor Society, National Art Honors Society, National Beta Club, National Junior Beta Club, TAAPS 1A 2nd team all-district for basketball, and 2020-21 THSLL Class D Champion for lacrosse. His leadership off the court and field included serving as Sophomore Representative, Sergeant in Arms, Leadership Academy, Art Academy, Homecoming court (freshman and sophomore year), and being crowned Homecoming King. His college acceptances include Dallas Baptist University, Centenary College of Louisiana, Juanita College, Hendrix College, and University of Dallas. He will attend Centenary College of Louisiana and major in Psychology and will play NCAA Division 3 lacrosse.
Bella Oliver is graduating from City Lab High School in Dallas with plans to study Architecture/Environmental Design at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Kelson Onick will graduate from Duncanville High School
Trent Robertson will graduate from the Episcopal School of Dallas. He was a member of BSU and Varsity football team while at ESD. He has been accepted to Tuskegee University, Texas Tech University, Texas State, Jackson State University, and North Carolina A&T State University. He plans to major in Finance/Economics at Tuskegee University
Dorian Ross is graduating from Bishop Dunne Catholic School as an honor roll student with a 3.8 cumulative GPA. His numerous college acceptances include Tulane University, Baylor University, Howard University, Morehouse College, University of Oklahoma, Virginia State University, Xavier University of New Orleans, Louisiana State University, and Southern Methodist University. As such, he has received approximately $623,488 in academic merit-based scholarships. During his time in high school, his activities included membership in the National Honor Society, Medical Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Latinos Unidos Club, and Sounds of Bishop Dunne Choir. Dorian held roles as a Lead/Head Student Leadership Ambassador, Senior Class Student Council Representative, National Junior Honor Society: Public Relations Officer, Bishop Dunne Spirit Squad: Senior Class Spirit Squad Leader, African American Awareness Club: Social Awareness and Community Service Chair and played offensive lineman for the varsity football team his freshman through junior year. He will attend Tulane University in the fall with plans to study Public Health on the Pre-med track.
Trinity White will graduate from Booker T. Washington School for the Performing & Visual Arts with a concentration in Theatre. While in high school, she played soccer for David C. Carter High School in the position of forward. As a member of the varsity soccer team, she was awarded 1st Team All District, MVP, and was the varsity team captain. She is also in the top 15% of her class at BTWHSPVA. She has been accepted to Hampton University, Clark Atlanta University, Prairie View A&M University, and Paul Quinn College. She plans to attend Clark Atlanta University to major in Criminal Justice and minor in African American Studies
Nazareth Williams will graduate from Skyline High School. He plans to study Music/Music Design in college. He served as a dedicated member of Top Teens of America while in high school. He is undecided where he will attend college.
William Young is graduating as a student athlete from Cedar Hill High School as an accomplished football player. His college acceptances include North Dakota University, Southern University A&M College, Finlandia University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Ottawa University, Concordia University, Nebraska, Louisiana State University and Texas Tech. Additionally, he received a football scholarship from Ottawa University and has been recognized and placed in all sports he has participated in. While in high school, he was a member of the Cedar Hill Wind Ensemble, Cedar Hill Marching Band, Track Team, Basketball Team, Baseball Team, Swim Team, Football Team, and awarded 1st Team All-District 11-4A. He will attend Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech University where he will also play football.
class of 2016 by the #s
2 FULL RIDE/MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLAR ATHLETES
1ASSOCIATES DEGREE
1VALEDICTORIAN
45% are graduating with HONORS
40% will attend an HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITIES ATTENDING:
CENTENARY COLLEGE OF LOUISIANA, CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, HOWARD UNIVERSITY, PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY, SPELMAN COLLEGE, TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY, TULANE UNIVERSITY, TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
ALUMNAE RUNS FOR SEAT ON AREA SCHOOL BOARD
Congratulations to Rickyl’ Wesson (Class of 1995) on her valiant campaign for Desoto ISD School Board, Place 1. Her platform of being “real, relevant, and resilient” was a true testament to her personality and drive to be a change agent. Election day took place on May 7. She had an engaging, creative, and successful campaign that brought her within less than 100 votes of winning this vital seat. We are so proud of her efforts to represent the city of Desoto as a thought leader and educator and pray she will continue to strive to insert herself in key leadership positions and advocate for a quality education for all children.
2022 ALUMNI CHAPEL RECAP
Our annual Alumni Chapel was held in person for the first time since 2020 on March 11. The program was led by Briana August (Class of 2005) and featured a song by Elijah Yow (Class of 2019). Alumni parent, Curtis Anderson , offered a dynamic homily and wonderful alumni testimonials were given by graduating seniors, Dorian Ross & Madison Conerly (Class of 2016). It was a lovely time of fellowship and faith.
ST. PHILIP’S HOSTS ITS FIRST 1600 ALUMNI ROUNDTABLE: WHY DEI?
St. Philip’s School & Community Center hosted a virtual conversation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, and its critical importance and impact on company culture. On May 4, members of our community who are working professionals advocating for a diverse and inclusive environment, shared their experience and thoughts on this vital topic.
Recognizing the differences among your employees and then inspiring them to harness their unique attributes to become the best version of themselves, is fast becoming one of the most direct ways to create and sustain a strong working environment and more profitable company or organization. We are thankful to our alumni and alumni families for offering their expertise and insight during an informative and engaging conversation that inspired many.
Recognizing the differences ... then inspiring ... unique attributes is fast becoming one of the most direct ways to create and sustain a strong working environment...
The roundtable was moderated by Kayla Andrews (Class of 2011) and featured panelists from our alumni family including Ammber McClure (Class of 1995), Brent English (Class of 1996) and alumni parents, Chris Herod and Kathy Hubbard
Many of the conversation attendees expressed their appreciation for being a part of such an important discussion and were thrilled to hear from members of the St. Philip’s community who are doing great work in the DEI field. We look forward to presenting more robust conversations hosted by alumni as part of our bourgeoning and unique alumni program.
ALUMNUS CREDITS ST. PHILIP’S FOR INSPIRING HIS PURSUIT TO BECOME A DOCTOR
Class of 2000 alumnus, Anwar Jackson , didn’t always have his sights set on working in medicine. As a young student at St. Philip’s School and Community Center, he first had visions of becoming an Architect. However, his experiences in science classes would slowly lead him to change his mind. As a member of St. Philip’s first graduating 6th grade class, Anwar matriculated to Bishop Dunne and Townview for junior high and high school, where he further developed his passion for medicine and science before pursuing a degree in Sports Medicine at Howard University.
Once his undergraduate pre-med track was completed, he attended medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern’s prestigious, top-20 ranked medical program. While completing his residency in Flint, Michigan, Anwar discovered his specific “calling” in the medical field. “After being exposed to issues that women face, specifically in childbirth,” he explains. “I knew I wanted to apply my expertise to this particular area of medicine.”
After being exposed to issues that women face, specifically in childbirth, I knew I wanted to apply my expertise to this particular area of medicine.
During his residency, Anwar worked toward perfecting his craft by first becoming an independent practitioner. He cites Perot Family Headmaster, Dr. Terry J. Flowers , Hunt Family Early Childhood Director, Telissha Wesson , and the late master science teacher and former principal, Gwendolyn Barjon , as three of his biggest influences and motivators on his journey to becoming a doctor.
Today, Dr. Anwar Jackson is an Ob/ Gyn physician at a teaching hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where he hopes to lead more people like him on the path to practicing medicine.
When asked what advice he would give to young students and those who aspire to become doctors, Dr. Jackson had this to say: “For young students in general, find something you are passionate about and work as hard as you can to build on your skills. For those working toward becoming a doctor, be aware that it is going to be a very difficult process. Make sure you identify people you can rely on and can seek help from once times get tough. Your support system will take you a long way.”
The St. Philip’s family is so proud to have been a crucial part of Dr. Jackson’s support system, and we wish him nothing but the best as he continues practicing medicine and providing his services to those in need. He has truly claimed his destiny and embodies what it means to have a Servant Heart.
Village Strong
FAITHFUL MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEER BOASTS A SERVANT HEART
Every day of the week, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, volunteers are on the St. Philip’s campus preparing to deliver food to community members on preplanned routes through our near three-decade partnership with Visiting Nurses Association and Meals on Wheels (MOW). Without the services Meals on Wheels provides, many of our South Dallas neighbors would struggle to secure nutritious meals regularly. The work of St. Philip’s Meals on Wheels depot, the largest in the southern sector, improves the wellbeing of so many community members, and for that we are grateful.
Loyal volunteer, Earnestine Hadnot , is a key cog of our Meals on Wheels machine. Every day, she makes sure that the MOW meals are prepared, packaged, and distributed to the runners, who then make deliveries directly to community members. When asked why she does it, Ms. Hadnot replied, “This is what God has called on me to do, it is the right thing to do.” She provides these services out of the kindness of her heart and has been in this line of work for many years, working with different organizations to provide food to those in need. Ms. Hadnot displays the qualities of a Servant Heart. She states that this type of work is important and must be done because as believers “we are taught to help our neighbors.”
BEARING FRUIT IN A SEASON OF HARVEST
This school year has brought many opportunities for philanthropists and organizations across the state of Texas to show their unbridled and unwavering support to St. Philip’s. With numerous changes on the horizon like the highly anticipated implementation of 7th and 8th grade and expansion of Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry, we’ve been able to meet our goals with the help of so many behind us, pushing us forward. We extend our deepest gratitude to the following funders for joining us in this important work so compassionately and significantly:
• Eugene McDermott Foundation
• Hillcrest Foundation
• Lyda Hill Philanthropies
• St. Michael and All Angels Church Foundation
• The Addy Foundation
• The Buford Foundation
• The Lattner Foundation
Much of St. Philip’s success is due to the support of the foundations above and other great partnerships that ensure the quality education and social services we provide our students, families, and neighbors continue without fail.
Finally, many thanks to the following corporations and organizations for their gestures of generous support through ongoing volunteerism and treasures:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
AmeriCorps
Church of the Transfiguration
Episcopal School of Dallas
Ernst & Young (EY)
Friends of St. Philip’s
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Southwest Suburban
Dallas Chapter
Junior League of Dallas
Jesuit Preparatory School
Men of Nehemiah Neiman Marcus
Southern Methodist University
Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
St. Andrew United Methodist Church
St. John’s Episcopal School
The Dallas Stars
Tolleson Wealth Management
TREC
Victory Baptist Church of Dallas
EY (Ernst & Young) never fails to show their support to St. Philip’s. For the sixth year in a row, the company selected St. Philip’s as the sight for its EY CONNECT DAY of volunteering. In April, EY provided approximately 80 volunteers to share sweat equity in Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry and Gwen’s Garden, in addition to assisting with campus clean up and landscaping.
CELEBRATING ST. PHILIP'S PARENT SCHOOL ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP
We would like to give a special thanks to the PSA Board members who promote harmony in our school environment by supporting the mission, program, and activities of our school. St. Philip’s has been blessed with a wonderful PSA board who served during the 2021-2022 school year. Members include President Tameka Cass , Vice President Shanette Cole , Treasurer Gala Dunn , Kimberly Dobbins , Emoni Wicks and, Chair of Dad’s Club Ramond Lax
We would like to welcome the newly elected PSA Board for the 2022-2023 school year. President: Sherilyn Rudolph , Vice President: Kay Honeyman , Recording Secretary: Shauna Willis , Corresponding Secretary: Chevondolyn Williams , Treasurer: Oscar Joyner, Parliamentarian: Kira McCoy, Chair of Mission Mom’s: Darnetta Forteau and Chair of Dad’s Club: Mark Murrell
ESD STUDENTS SELECT ST. PHILIP’S FOR ANNUAL PHILANTHROPY DAY
Members of the junior class of the Episcopal School of Dallas (ESD) received a firsthand account of the strategy, teamwork, and creativity that goes into fundraising for St. Philip’s. They visited and volunteered at our campus on April 6 as a part of ESD’s Philanthropy Day. The students toured our campus and met with our dynamic Philanthropy team to understand all that goes into fundraising for our wonderful ministry. They also volunteered their time to serve our neighborhood clients in Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry. Students also culminated their support of St. Philip’s and the food pantry with a contribution through The Dallas Foundation
Event Recap
ST. PHILIP’S SCORES BIG WITH AN ASSIST FROM SHAQ
St. Philip’s 22nd Annual Destiny Award Luncheon was BIG! On Wednesday, February 23rd friends, family, and supporters gathered at the Hyatt Regency Dallas in the Landmark Ballroom despite the inclement weather. St. Philip’s signature fundraising event yielded the largest attendance ever (1,200 guests), a keynote speaker standing at 7 ft. 1 in., and the most funds ever raised for the Destiny Award Luncheon in its 22 years of existence! Event Chair, Pete Chilian , and Underwriting Chair, Mark Copeland , announced at the end of the milestone event that St. Philip's exceeded its fundraising goal of $1-million dollars.
The luncheon featured Four-time NBA Champion, 15-time NBA All-Star, three-time NBA Finals MVP and Entrepreneur, Shaquille O'Neal , as the Parrish Family Destiny Award Luncheon Speaker. Former Mavericks Coach, Avery Johnson , moderated the live conversation with O’Neal on the theme, “Excellence is a Habit.”
Not only is O’Neal a legendary athlete, but he is also a powerful media personality and businessman. His tall stature and charismatic personality reeled the crowd in, but his even bigger heart to serve, give back, and make others happy is what truly captivated the audience. Shaq described St. Philip’s as a model for schools around the world, stating that he’ll be back to take a tour of the campus in the near future.
Prior to the luncheon, he engaged with students in a dynamic Student Showcase that included sports trivia, the math of basketball, and more. Dr. Bobby Lyle received the 2022 Mona & David Munson Humanitarian Award in recognition of his tremendous leadership, entrepreneurial, and philanthropic work in North Texas.
All funds raised will directly benefit St. Philip’s core educational, athletic, and social services programs.
The 2022 Destiny Award Luncheon Leadership included:
Luncheon Chair: Pete Chilian
Underwriting Chair: Mark Copeland
Honorary Chairs: Rebecca and Rob Landin
Host Committee Chairs: Andrew Weil and Tim Weil
Congratulations are also in order to St. Philip’s Philanthropy Team for spearheading and elevating this successful luncheon:
Director of Events: Toni Patterson
Chief Philanthropy Officer: Anyika McMillan-Herod
Senior Director of Philanthropy: Kim Cox
Individual and Alumni Giving Manager: Breanna Turnley
Philanthropy Writer: Antavia Mason
Philanthropy Data Administrator: Joshua Castillo
Many thanks to the following major sponsors and donors who helped ensure this year’s luncheon was a “slam dunk” for St. Philip’s School and Community Center:
Champion Sponsors
Carolyn and David Miller
Jewel and Roland Parrish
In the Paint Sponsors
Kenneth & Kamela Aboussie
Brandi and Pete Chilian
EY
JP Morgan
Robert J. Landin and Rebecca Landin
Lottye and Bobby Lyle
The Maclin Family
Nancy Perot and Rod Jones
Power Forward Sponsors
Gina and Ken Betts
Patricia and James Collins
Tracey and Mark Copeland
Martha and Scott Farrell
Elizabeth and Thomas Halsey
Susie and T. Hardie
Houlihan Lokey
The Men and Women of Hunt
Consolidated, Inc.
Kid to Kid North Wilco LLC
Ashlee and Chris Kleinert
Ann and Chris Mahowald
The Katy and Kyle Miller Family Foundation
Prairie Creek Partners Charitable Foundation
MVP Sponsors
Antioch Fellowship MBC
Dallas College
Ford Reynolds Fund of the Southwest Community Foundation
Friends of St. Philip's
Gwen and Art George
Oncor
Pockets Menswear
Erika Salter
Sapphire Foundation
State Fair of Texas
TREC Community Investors
Abigail and Todd Williams
Alley-OOP Sponsors
Elaine Agather
All Saints Church Dallas
Amegy Bank
The Anfield Family
Lael and Peter Brodsky
Building Solutions
Mr. and Mrs. Hunter Carpenter & Mr. and Mrs. Sean Davenport
Children's Health
Circle Ten Council
Renee and Steve Comen
Communities Foundation of Texas
Amy Youngquist and David Cowling
Dallas Stars Foundation
Jennifer and Greg Duncan
Dunk, Johnston, Thoele & Velvin Families
Patti Elliott
The Episcopal School of Dallas
Chili Peppers - SCD Class of 2017
Susan and Hollye Fisk
Frost Bank
Brown, Gearing, Miller, Parks and Thomas Families
Good Shepherd Church and School, Dallas Fr. Mills Rector
Good Shepherd Episcopal School
Hall + Mitchell
Lee Hark and Greenhill School
Sarah and Clayton Kennington
Dee Dee and Hale Hoak
Kathy Hubbard and Bob Marshall
Tracey Nash-Huntley and David S. Huntley
K Strategies
Holly and Nathan Lawrence
AWARD LUNCHEON // 2022
Schatzie and George T. Lee, Jr.
Mickey and Bill Lively
David Martin
McLean and Friends
MW Cares
Melissa Orth and Scott Griggs
Parish Episcopal School
Michel Powell
Nancy G. Riddle
Candace Rubin
JLL/Brad Selner
Dotti and Nupe Singhal
SMU Lyle School of Engineering
SMU Cary M. Maquire Center for Ethics & Responsibility
Jess and Drew Spaniol
Mary and Arnold Spencer
St. Mark's School of Texas and The Hockaday School
Tina and Dan Stansbury
Tabani Family Foundation
Tolleson Wealth Management
Benaye Wadkins Chambers and Friends
Mr. Mark and Dr. Jill WaggonerJones
Sheri Crosby Wheeler and Ali Wheeler
Pre-Luncheon VIP Sponsor
Bank of Texas
Security Sponsor
Congregational Security
Student Showcase Sponsors
Lael and Peter Brodsky
Sue and Britt Fair
Tablescapes Sponsor
Rowling Foundation
Valet Sponsor
United Mechanical
WAYS TO SUPPORT ST. PHILIP’S TIME, TALENT & TREASURE
St. Philip’s has thrived through the tremendous support provided by a dedicated community of alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends. For decades, St. Philip’s School and Community Center has embodied excellence, in large part because our community has given generously of its time, talents, and treasures. There are many creative opportunities to make a contribution to the important work of St. Philip’s School and Community Center.
PLANNED GIVING
St. Philip’s is excited to announce the establishment of the DR. BARBARA CAMBRDIGE GIVING CIRCLE, our planned giving program. Are you considering including St. Philip’s in your estate planning? If your family would like to leave a LASTING LEGACY at St. Philip’s by making contributions through a bequest to St. Philip’s in your will or naming St. Philip’s as a co-beneficiary in a life insurance policy, please contact our Philanthropy Department at aherod@stphilips.com or 214.421.5221 ext. 238, for more information.
CONSIDER EMPLOYEE CORPORATE GIVING
St. Philip’s receives designated funds through the United Way (#180), the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), and State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC).
DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT WITH MATCHING GIFTS
Many employers match gifts by current and retired employees. This is an easy way to double your monetary gift or place a monetary value of your volunteer time to St. Philip’s School and Community Center. Contact the Human Resources office of your employer for the form to match your gift to St. Philip’s.
SECURITIES
JP Morgan Chase is the primary securities trader for St. Philip’s School and Community Center. By donating securities to St. Philip’s through JP Morgan Chase, 100% of the value of your securities is awarded to the School. Contact the Philanthropy Office for more information at philanthropy@stphilips.com or 214.421.5221 ext. 238.
SHOP AND SHARE
St. Philip’s benefits from your shopping with Kroger, Tom Thumb, Target and GoodSearch.
THE GIFT OF TIME
From landscaping to mentoring, there are many ways that you or your business/employers can become part of making an impact in the South Dallas area. We need your hands, too.
IN MEMORIAM
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.”
LINDA MARIE HURT (1948 – 2022)
Our hearts go out to the Keyes family after the passing of Linda Marie Hurt, parent Katrina Keyes’ mother, on February 26 in Dallas. Linda was born January 11, 1948, in Marinette, Wisconsin. Linda spent over four decades as a faithful servant and member of Albright United Methodist Church, serving as a Sunday school teacher and in many other ministries. After she retired, Linda spent several years in Milwaukee continuing her caring service with the church and in the community. Linda’s grandson, Eli, will be entering the fifth grade in the Fall of 2022. She was not only an active grandparent, but a generous donor to St. Philip’s. We are forever grateful for the graciousness she showed our community.
PASTOR DENNIS WINSTON
St. Philip’s sends love and support to the Winston family in the passing of Dennis Winston. Mr. Winston was the father of two St. Philip’s alumni, Jeremy and Sydney, and an active parent and role model in the community. A juvenile probation officer by career, Winston was a born preacher. As a pastor of Beckley Community Church, he was a loving man of God who displayed true values of a servant heart. "My husband was all about spreading the Good News of the gospel and winning souls to Christ," shares his beloved widow, Tanyss.
St. Philip’s would also like to extend its deepest sympathies and condolences to Margertree Holmes, Chief Community Advancement Officer, in the passing of her father; Board Member Scott Griggs in the passing of his brother, and to faculty member, Tresa Reynolds, in the passing of her mother.
