Country Connections News and Views from The Country School, 2025
Dear Country School Families, Alumni, and Friends, This fall we begin the joyful work of celebrating 70 years of learning and community on Opening Hill Road. From our very first teacher, Mrs. DeFrancis, who welcomed 14 students in 1955, to today's extraordinary team of 50 highly regarded professionals, we have been blessed with a tradition of excellence. This is the most reflective group of educators with whom I have ever worked, and their mastery shines through every day in classrooms, on fields, and on stages across our campus. As we look back on this past year alone, there is much to celebrate. We have witnessed curricular strength and innovation that prepares our students for secondary schools where they continue to thrive. We achieved record generosity with the largest total of gifts in our history, while our students demonstrated remarkable athletic and artistic achievement from fields and courts to studios and stages. Our teachers have gained professional recognition, serving on visiting committees at peer schools, and have engaged in ongoing professional development to ensure they remain leaders in their fields. Perhaps most visibly, our campus transformation has included breaking ground on our first new building in 30 years—a state-of-the-art facility designed with the creativity of our own student engineers alongside professional partners. The campus has never looked better, the spirit of our community has never been stronger, and our mission has never been more vital. As we celebrate our 70th anniversary, I invite you to return to campus often this year. Please join us for beloved traditions and special events, including the MacLane Poetry Recitation, the Holiday Concert, the Spring Celebration of the Arts, our 70th Field Day, and of course our alumni soccer and basketball games during the holidays. These moments offer a chance not only to mark our milestone year but also to reconnect with the community that has made The Country School such a cherished part of so many lives. I feel profoundly grateful to serve as head of school at this moment in our history as together we build a world for our students and ensure that Country School graduates continue to thrive and make meaningful contributions for generations to come. With gratitude,
Head of School
SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER
Raise, Tag, and Release
Each year, 1st Grade STEAM students raise, tag, and release monarch butterflies. They also participate in the International Symbolic Monarch Migration Program. This is an annual educational initiative where students in North America create and send symbolic paper monarch butterflies to schools near the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve in Mexico, mirroring the real monarch migrations. This project promotes international cooperation and conservation efforts, enabling students to learn about monarch biology, phenology, and the significance of monarch migration. Country School received a grant, which provided thirty new milkweed plants that serve as food and protection for the threatened monarch butterfly. Because of their efforts in raising monarchs and planting milkweed, Country School is now a certified Monarch Waystation, providing an essential habitat for declining monarch butterfly populations.
Inaugural Volleyball Season Volleyball has returned to our interscholastic athletics program! The Country School reintroduced volleyball last year, marking the return of the sport with a co-ed roster of 15 dedicated players, some of whom also played soccer and ran cross-country. Outfitted in new uniforms and playing on a new net system, the team–coached by Athletic Director Steve Behr and Devon Piekarz–brought enthusiasm to every match. They competed in a full schedule, showing steady growth and strong teamwork throughout the season. It was a successful and spirited debut that laid the groundwork for a bright future for Country School volleyball.
OCTOBER
Adrien Broom ’94 at the Flo Gris The 7th Graders culminated their study of surrealism with a visit to an exhibit featuring the work of Country School alumna Adrien Broom ’94 at the Florence Griswold Museum. They enjoyed the beautiful fall weather and painted en plein air. Inspired by Ms. Broom’s work, the students created their own mushroom ceramic boxes back in the art studio on campus.
#classroomswithoutwalls Our Outdoor Education Signature Program helps children learn about themselves, their peers, and their environment in ways that simply cannot occur within the confines of the classroom. The outdoor education program focuses on building leadership skills through collaborative work with peers. Students work together at campsites, participate in team-building activities, and stretch their comfort zones in a safe and supportive environment. We believe in challenge by choice. Each grade level has its own adventure tailored to their developmental needs. The 7th Grade adventure begins with a fivemile hike on the Appalachian Trail over the summit of Mt. Everett and ends at Camp Hi-Rock in Mt. Washington, MA, where students enjoy a well-earned rest. While the 7th Grade travels to the AT, the 4th and 5th Grade students spend the day at Bushy Hill in Ivoryton, CT. The 6th Grade travels to Mountain Lakes Camp in North Salem, NY, and the 8th Grade spends two nights at Gay City State Park in Hebron, CT.
#classroomswithoutwalls
NOVEMBER
Nature Scrapbook Second Graders investigated and researched various plants and animals found on campus and documented the seasonal changes to the Norway Maple tree on the Lower School playground throughout the year.
Leadership Expo As part of the Elmore Leadership Program, students in the 6th Grade select a leader to research, write a speech in that leader’s voice about a 21st century issue, and create a related piece of art that reflects their chosen leader. The Expo culminates with students delivering their speech, an authentic opportunity that allows them to hone their public speaking skills, another Signature Program at Country School. Through this STEAM unit, the students learn there are many different styles of leadership and many qualities that combine to form effective leadership.
Partner Reading In Kindergarten, reading is both independent and collaborative—partner reading helps students strengthen the young readers’ literacy skills while learning patience, active listening, and the joy of sharing stories with a friend.
DECEMBER
Wet Feet/Dry Feet After reading Alan Gratz’ book, Refugee, 5th Grade students created a diorama of a pivotal moment in the story. They then assumed the role of a character, rewrote that moment through that character’s eyes, and shared their writing at the STEAM share.
Early Literacy Two PreSchoolers show off their prereading skills by taking turns "reading" to one another. Teacher modeling and reading aloud to children are key in developing early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading.
Honoring Rosemary and Alvin ’77 Bess This classroom is dedicated with gratitude to Trustee and supporter Rosemary Bess and Alvin Bess ’77, 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient, for their pioneering efforts in making The Country School better through diversity and inclusivity. Proud to have been the first Black family to enroll, they shared their educational focus, devotion and love for The Country School in a multitude of ways. Their family legacy continues to inspire, reminding us that true education embraces all voices and backgrounds, fostering an environment where every student can thrive.
JANUARY
We All Belong The IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Empathy, and Action) Tree was a collaborative community art project that grew throughout IDEA Day. Each student contributed a leaf to the tree by writing a diamante poem, a seven-line poem shaped like a diamond that celebrates each poet’s unique identity. These poems were placed on branches grouped by shared connections within small groups. The branches displayed group commonalities, helping to visually and symbolically connect each student’s individuality to the broader community. As more poems and connections were added, the tree became a school-wide symbol of belonging and shared pride in who we are.
FEBRUARY
Lighting Up the Night This February we hosted Glow Fest, our third annual Family STEAM Night, this year with a focus on luminosity, bioluminescence, and anything that glows in nature. Organized by STEAM Teacher Claudia Esposito, Glow Fest attendees participated in a night of engaging and interactive activities led by the Shoreline Astronomical Society, author Elaine Alexander, Meigs Point Nature Center, Thames Valley Rock Hounds, and the Madison Garden Club. Spontaneous glow dance parties throughout the evening made the event even brighter.
Integrated Learning Lab Elmore Library’s Hands-On Integrated Learning Lab transforms every month into a dynamic, immersive experience where imagination and discovery thrive. Each month introduces a fresh theme—one month, tadpoles undergo metamorphosis into frogs; the next, characters leap off the pages of books into interactive adventures. Our Writing Center invites young authors to craft stories, music, miniature books, and more. Children delve into coding by programming robots and navigating mazes based on literature. These activities seamlessly blend literacy, science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM), fostering creativity and critical thinking. Whether it’s building, coding, or storytelling, our library offers endless opportunities for hands-on learning and fun.
Meeting Them Where They Are Middle School students study Shakespeare in English class: Julius Caesar in 6th Grade, Romeo and Juliet in 7th, and Macbeth in 8th Grade. Sixth Graders, as part of their theater class, also perform either Midsummer Night’s Dream or The Tempest. Country School students are steeped in Shakespeare. This year Ms. Bartels crafted a unit for Romeo and Juliet that centered around character analysis, figurative language, and dramatic structure. However, as the play unfolded, the students were disconnected from text, not due to the nature of the language, but due to their lack of relatability to the story. The students were energized and excited about the play’s theatrical nature, though they weren’t engaged in regard to the text’s deeper meaning. In observing this disconnect, Ms. Bartels realized that the class needed a personal connection to the play’s themes in order to grasp the value of the text. In response, she shifted the focus of the unit away from technical literary analysis and instead toward elements of the story to which the students could relate: themes of interpersonal conflict and miscommunication. They engaged in journaling prompts and Harkness discussions about real-life examples of social misinterpretations and interpersonal drama. Students began to understand the characters in Romeo and Juliet as people, rather than theatrical figures, a shift that deepened student energy and engagement, resulting in a heightened appreciation of Shakespeare’s tragedy. Their resulting reflections were beautifully comprehensive, emotional, and thoughtful. This experience reinforced the power of responsive teaching and showcased the importance of student engagement in social-emotional learning. Teaching at The Country School illustrates the power of meeting students where they are. Responsive teaching as a tool for student engagement articulates that for deep learning, flexibility isn’t a backup plan; it’s a necessity. Pictured here are some 7th Graders dancing to "Love Story" by Taylor Swift in celebration of reading Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
MARCH
Breaking Ground for the First Time in Almost Three Decades In March we broke ground on an exciting new chapter in our school’s history. Together, the youngest and most senior members of our community, celebrated the building of our new Student Engineering Classrooms and Maintenance Facility with ceremonial shovels and hardhats. This new STEAM space is designed to inspire innovation, hands-on learning, and long-term campus development with student engineers working alongside our campus maintenance team. Our students will learn better than ever how to work simultaneously with their hands, heads and hearts.
Giving New Meaning to the Lyrics “It’s too late to apologize” The 4th Grade worked in pairs to write scripts about events leading to the American Revolution. They created bold and colorful murals, acted out the events, and sang “Apologize” by OneRepublic as a finale to a unique, integrated, and collaborative event, the Living Timeline.
World Travelers
Delegates in the Making
Every March, Country School’s Global Language Department opens doors to adventure for 5th through 8th Grade students and their families through immersive international travel experiences to captivating destinations including Italy, Spain, France, and Canada. These journeys go far beyond traditional museum visits and sightseeing, inviting families to roll up their sleeves together in local cooking classes, learn traditional recipes from native chefs, and gather around communal tables to share home-cooked meals in authentic family style. Just as students build unbreakable bonds during their outdoor overnight adventures, families on these international journeys forge deep, lasting friendships that extend far beyond the week of travel.
Eighth Graders Ari, Oliver, Zach, Ben, Theodora (named an Honorable Delegate in her committee), and 7th Grader Oakley began their March vacation participating as delegates in Model UN at Kingswood Oxford. Led by teachers Jason Wainio and Peter Burdge, they spent the day working with students from a number of area schools to draft resolutions about stopping the spread of misinformation and hate on the internet. This extracurricular club is a perennial favorite, with our students consistently impressing us with their leadership, empathy, and active listening skills.
APRIL
Library Dog Calvin
Looking Beyond
Library Dog Calvin, a gentle and affectionate Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, has been training since he was a puppy to work with children. With his calm demeanor, Calvin has become a beloved presence among PreSchool through 8th Grade students. Whether he’s curling up next to a student during reading time, offering quiet emotional support, or simply bringing smiles with his wagging tail, Calvin makes a difference in the lives of the students he meets. His steady presence brings comfort and joy to classrooms, hallways, and reading corners in Elmore Library.
This April each 4th Grade student selected a Spanish-speaking country to research and share their findings. They studied various aspects of their chosen country and learned about its location, population, food, culture, geography, and climate. This project, culminating in class presentations, touched upon two of Country School’s Signature Programs: Global Citizenship and Public Speaking.
Chess Club Lower School Chess Club students learned about "castling the king," "the knight on the rim is dim," and how to develop their pieces as they progressed through introductory lessons while Kindergarten to 4th Grade chess club members enjoyed a fair weathered day to test out a life-sized chess board on a set that was generously donated by a past Country School family. The Chess Club received a noteworthy visit and coaching from Patric Gregory P ’08, ’06, Founder of the Chess Club whose son, Will, went on to play chess competitively during high school, college, and beyond.
MAY
Celebration of the Arts Spring Concert The Celebration of the Arts concert brings students and families together every spring to perform, present, share, and honor the visual and performing arts. This year Country School received a very generous donation to purchase brand new choral risers for our singers. The first official song to be performed on the risers involved students in 4th to 8th Grade. “Umoja” by Zanaida Robles was a beautiful, inclusive way for our young voices to sing together because the word “Umoja” means “unity” in Swahili.
Distinguished Alumni & Alumni Induction Ceremony In May we presented Will Levis ’14 with the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award as part of the Alumni Induction ceremony. Will joined us virtually for the ceremony from the Tennessee Titans practice facility. Mr. Wainio was there to present the award to him in person. As the starting quarterback for the Tennessee Titans, Will has leveraged his on-field talent to better his community, making the Country School proud of his leadership and character. While Will is famous for his college and NFL career, he also does a great deal behind the scenes to brighten people’s lives.
Moab While in Moab, the Class of 2025 was divided into the three groups that rotated through a series of challenging outdoor adventures that showcased Utah's diverse terrain. All three groups experienced overnight backpacking trips to the cooler La Sal Mountains at 8,000-9,000 feet elevation, providing relief from the desert heat and teaching essential wilderness skills. Each group also tackled rock climbing sessions in the Ice Cream Parlor and completed scenic hikes to iconic formations like Corona Arch and Delicate Arch at Arches National Park, where they learned about local geology and earned trail pins. Throughout the trip, students regularly cooled off in the local creek and participated in group bonding activities like sharing personal goals and preparing meals together. They culminated their adventure with an exhilarating rafting trip down the Colorado River before enjoying a final evening at the breathtaking Dead Horse Canyon, all while demonstrating remarkable adaptability, positivity, and mutual support that impressed both their teachers and Mountain Workshop leaders.
Architecture Around the World The STEAM project for 7th Grade French, Spanish, and Latin students focused on architecture. Each student selected a building in a country that speaks the language they study. They wrote a paragraph about their findings in their foreign language and created an accompanying slideshow. Required details included clear, well-organized content slides that covered architectural features, style, and cultural significance; a comparison of their chosen building to a landmark building in the US, using the metric system, and highlighting and commenting on its location with a map of its city; the architect; the date of construction; and how long it took to build. They presented their STEAM project to their guests on Grandparents and Special Friends Day.
JUNE
First Overnight Adventure The 4th Grade students spent a full day and overnight together on campus, participating in team building activities. They practiced working together on the Whale Watch, one of the elements on Country School’s low ropes course. They were challenged to balance the board as the class sang two rounds of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat." Were they successful? Yes! Was it easy? No way, but they persevered!
“The Great Kapok Tree” First Grade dazzled with their performance of the environmental story “The Great Kapok Tree,” about a man who enters the Amazon rainforest to chop down a giant kapok tree while the resident animals try to dissuade him. The students’ hard work, teamwork, and heartfelt storytelling brought the rainforest to life and reminded us all of the power of every voice—big or small. The man, moved by their pleas and the beauty of the rainforest, ultimately decides to spare the tree.
Budding Artists With confidence and joy, PreSchool artists proudly share their creations, each one a colorful testament to their effort and imagination. In these moments, we see early leadership shining through—owning their work, finding their voice, and inspiring others with their artistic ability.
Wrapping It Up Each spring, 8th Grade students use their knowledge of personal narrative and rhetorical strategies to write their own graduation speeches. This capstone assignment for 8th Grade English and our Public Speaking Signature Program allows for an important time of reflection and closure as they prepare to leave our campus, and their words are authentic reminders of how we live our mission at The Country School. We are delighted to share some of the highlights from the speeches of those students chosen to speak at Graduation. Lillian: When I first came to this school, I was very shy. Anyone who knew me back then can attest to that. Along with tornadoes, tsunamis, and scorpions, conversing with an adult was one of my worst fears. When I came to TCS, my confidence flourished immeasurably. The thought of going to poetry finals, joining the musical, or even standing here right now would have given first-grade me a heart attack, but those are all things I have accomplished because I faced them with confidence.
Tillie: In the same way the campus has developed and is always improving, I have developed as a student and as a young leader throughout my years here. I realize how Country School has helped me find my voice and stay true to myself. The teachers and experiences I have had here have helped me to grow in confidence, by giving me challenges I never would have imagined I could accomplish. Similarly, my time on the cross country and track teams has helped me to learn how to push my limits, and has taught me that disappointments can lead to the biggest times of personal growth. In a similar way, the challenges teachers give us on a daily basis, stretch me out of my comfort zone, and have helped me grow in ways I never knew were possible.
Jake: I have taken so many risks here that I would’ve never imagined I could do if so many people hadn’t supported me the entire time. So my advice for you is this: if you do something wrong, don’t try to conceal your mistake. Even though it may not seem like it at the time, people can understand you. Let them know what you did. Let them support you. Let them help you. Their guidance may spark something truly amazing.
Josie: That’s what TCS has been about for me: kindness that builds community. The way older students include younger ones. The way classmates lift each other up. The way everyone feels like they belong. These moments have shaped who I am. They’ve shown me the power of kindness and connection, something TCS does well. I’ve learned it’s not the big milestones that matter, but the everyday interactions that make us feel seen and valued.
Ben: As we prepare for the next chapter in our lives, I’ve been thinking a lot about the small things that stick with us–the quiet lessons, the sayings, the inside jokes. And one line always comes back to me. And now, as we get ready to leave TCS, I keep thinking about something Mr. Birdsall always says. Whether we’re walking out of his classroom or wrapping up a conversation, he always tells us: “Sparkle out there.” It’s simple, but it means a lot. It’s his way of reminding us to go out into the world and be our best selves–to bring light, joy, and kindness wherever we go. So to the class of 2025: wherever we’re headed next, let’s do that. Let’s take everything we’ve learned, the laughs, the lessons, the mistakes, and the memories… and let’s make good out of them. Let’s sparkle out there.
Mia: As I reflect on my time at The Country School, I keep returning to one simple truth: life isn’t just about the milestones or the accomplishments; it’s about the small moments that occur along the way, the fleeting, quiet moments that often become the most meaningful of all. One vivid moment was last fall, on the kind of afternoon that comes straight from a magazine. The air was crisp, not cold; the sun was out, but not too strong. Perfect. I was playing volleyball during club time, surrounded by friends. Even Señora Castillo and Ms. Keil joined in. For those forty-five minutes, nothing else mattered. We weren’t worried about tests or high school applications or what we had to do tomorrow, we were just playing. My feeling in that moment is most aptly described by a word I learned in Mr. McDonough’s 7th grade history class: saudade. Saudade is a Portuguese term imbued with nostalgia and longing for a moment even as it happens. It’s a bittersweet missing of something unfolding in real time. Even then, I knew that I would look back and want to relive this moment. That’s the thing about these small, idyllic moments– they’re special because they’re simple. Because they’re shared. Because they’re real.
“Every mile begins with a single step.” The 2025 Summer Cross Country Camp at The Country School concluded with five days of diverse running experiences that combined physical training with community building and inspiration. Throughout the week, campers covered 2.5-4.5 miles daily through various terrains—from campus roads and trails to beach shorelines and the rocky Blue-Blazed Blinnshed Trail at Chatfield Hollow State Park—while learning valuable lessons about goal-setting, heat management, and perseverance from special guest and alumnus Robbie Cozean, who shared his journey from middle school runner to national champion. The camp blended structured activities like core work, mobility drills, fartlek workouts, and optional time trials with educational elements including documentaries about extreme endurance events, Olympic race footage, and discussions about the mental aspects of running, all while fostering a supportive community atmosphere that culminated in personalized tributes and the traditional tree cookie awards ceremony.
JULY
Children’s Garden In early March, Country School students planted seeds in their newly functioning greenhouse, donated by the Class of 2024. With tender care, the seedlings emerged and months later were carefully transplanted to the school’s raised garden beds. Under the direction of Claudia Esposito STEAM teacher and Garden Club of Madison members Esther Magee and Julie Elting, the garden continues to thrive. This summer they harvested the garden’s first produce, ripe pale green peas. As they continue to harvest with the help of summer volunteer families, they will donate the produce to the Madison Food Bank and the Senior Center. Fresh veggies are essential to members of our community and the Madison Senior Center will incorporate them in their daily lunch menu.
Leading with Purpose: A Week with the Harvard Model Congress Young Leaders Workshop This summer, Country School proudly hosted the Harvard Model Congress Young Leaders Workshop, an immersive, five-day experience designed to cultivate thoughtful, confident, and ethical leadership in students from across the country. Twenty-one students in 6th through 10th Grade, representing seven different schools, came together to learn, grow, and lead in The Country School's own Elmore Library. From the very first day, students jumped into a thoughtfully structured program led by two extraordinary Harvard mentors: Hyunsoo Lee, a sophomore from Seoul majoring in Economics, and Onovu Otitigbe, a recent graduate from Albany, NY, who studied both Biochemical
Engineering and the History of Science, with a minor in Theatre. With warmth, humor, and wisdom, Hyunsoo and Onovu guided students through a blend of collaborative activities, public speaking workshops, and introspective challenges. Throughout the week, students explored key questions: What kind of leader am I? How do I make ethical decisions? How can I use my voice with impact? They analyzed rhetorical strategies, debated real-world dilemmas, studied personality theory, and reflected on the distinction between power over others and power for others. Each day offered a mix of challenge and camaraderie, one moment filled with laughter and quick thinking, the next with personal discovery and deep thought. stories with clarity and confidence. The final two days shifted focus toward the future. Students learned about the college application process, explored how to write standout résumés and compelling college essays, and practiced articulating their goals and stories with clarity and confidence. The workshop culminated in a Shark Tank-style pitch session before a standing-room-only audience of families and community members. The students did not disappoint as they tried to intrigue the curiosity–and bank accounts–of the sharks (Onovu, Hyunsoo, Mr. McDonough, Director of Middle School). Their proposals included: ● Weather&Wardrobe, an app that matches your wardrobe with the weather and your calendar to ensure you’re dressed for every occasion ● SleepStopper3000, a scent- and light-based alarm clock designed to wake users gently and naturally ● Calm Crate, a sensory-safe space for children to self-regulate during moments of stress ● Compassion Kitchen, a restaurant that repurposes food waste to serve free meals to those in need ● Quickstrument, an app that helps kids learn instruments more effectively ● Aigialosaurus, a software that encrypts and protects artists' original works from being stolen by AI ● College Football Rabbit Hole, a tool to make college football stats more accessible and engaging for new fans Each project reflected the ingenuity, empathy, and leadership these students cultivated throughout the week. In the words of Country School 8th Grader Veronica Schmid, “I loved learning how to debate and barter. The Meyers-Briggs and Shark Tank workshops were my favorite parts of the workshop.” It was a powerful week of discovery, connection, and purpose, and one that leaves us deeply hopeful for the future these young leaders will help shape.
CELEBRATING OUR PAST
A Deep Dive into Country School’s Archives Seventy years of history doesn’t preserve itself. As the Country School approaches this milestone anniversary, a team of alumni spent their summer working through the school’s archives—digitizing photographs, organizing documents, and capturing the stories of those who shaped the institution. In preparation for the 70th anniversary, the team focused on digitizing many of the photos and documents in the files so they could be preserved for future generations. Beyond this archival work, they also had the opportunity to interview several important figures in the Country School’s history: Donald MacLane ‘63, son of the school’s founder David T. MacLane; former Head of School Steve Danenberg, alumni Jeff Burt ’61 P ’00, ’03 and Tandy Beal ’60, and Liz Lightfoot ’77, P ’05, ’07, ’08, ’12. These conversations added valuable context to the materials they were discovering in the archives. The culmination of this work is the creation of a timeline of 70 years at the Country School. Putting this together meant going through those photos and documents to identify key moments in the school’s history. It was interesting to read about decisions made by school leaders that continue to have an impact today, and to trace the origins of traditions that define the school, such as the first MacLane Recitation in 1957, the creation of the Outdoor Education program, and the start of Reading Buddies. What also stood out is that while many changes have been made over the decades, the core of the Country School has remained consistent. Across the years, school community members have noted the same qualities: exceptional care for each individual student and a nurturing environment. Even a school bulletin from 1961 observed that "small classes, which permit attention to each student, and a faculty of high calibre create an atmosphere conducive to effective learning and sound character development." Those same words could easily describe the Country School today. While the archive team accomplished a lot this summer, they owe much gratitude to the people who collected these files and photos over the years for preservation. They see themselves as stewards of this collection, hoping that by organizing and digitizing these materials, they can make it easier for others to learn about the school’s past. As the Country School celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, there will be many opportunities for the school community to engage with this history. Please take some time to read through the timeline in the following pages, and follow school events to be a part of the celebration. Additional photos and entries into the timeline can be viewed by scanning the QR code below. We hope you will visit to see our progress! Peter Burdge ’09 Whitney Lorenze Willis ’10 Emily Ballard ’12 Caroline Matkin ’25
Evan Stemler ’25 Josie Leiss ’25 Lucy Smith ’25 Mia Sankey ’25
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th Anniversary Country School Timeline: