Connections: Fall/Winter 2015

THE MAGAZINE OF THE EPISCOPAL ACADEMY

INSPIRING Through The Arts

From music to theater, fine art to dance, photography to video production, art is everywhere at EA.

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Contents CO N N ECTIO N S FA LL / W INTE R 2015

News 16 Alumni@EA 24

Giving@EA

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Athletics@EA

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Arts@EA

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Events@EA

36 OnCampus@EA

Features

The Arts at EA: Unlocking Creativity Across Campus

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Celebrating 40 Years of Co-Education

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A True Net Asset

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Making the Stranger Our Neighbor

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EA Icons

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39 Class Notes 60 Milestones 62 Forever Remembered 64 Memory Lane

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The Arts The Arts at EA: Unlocking Creativity Across Campus

By Michele Godin

The grass was perfectly manicured.

Blue and white tents began to dot the landscape along campus. Students gathered their gear and headed outdoors. The anticipation and excitement was palpable.

No, this wasn’t EA/Haverford/AIS weekend. It was EA Arts Fest!

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“We want to give students the space to figure out how they best learn, the tools to hone their skills, and the encouragement to create their own personal journey.”

—David Sigel, Arts Department Chair, Visual Arts

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a bright and sunny April afternoon, EA welcomed students, parents, alumni, and friends to Arts Fest on the Clark Campus Green. There was something for everyone…instrumental, choral, and dance performances, visual art exhibits, green screen video kiosks, and group activities. Teachers and students even designed and offered mini-workshops for all of the attending arts enthusiasts.

While not a new event, 2015 was the first time Arts Fest included Lower, Middle, and Upper School in one centralized, campus-wide celebration. It was a significant undertaking that required careful planning and coordination, but in the end was a huge success.

“Our schedules are so packed, so the fact that Arts Fest was built into the school day gave us the time to support our friends in a school setting,” said Bria Dinkins ’17.

“It brought our community together.”

While one of EA’s largest arts events, Arts Fest is certainly not the only time the arts are celebrated. It is hard to walk around campus and not find art in every corner.

The Arts Permeate EA’s Campus From the music echoing through the halls, to the student artwork proudly displayed in hallways, to the most recent exhibit in

the Crawford Campus Center Gallery, art is everywhere at EA. Creating spaces that empower students to explore their arts passions was a major priority when building the Newtown Square campus. Today, EA’s state-ofthe-art facilities allow students to grow, develop their talents, and thrive in a community that embraces creativity and self-expression.

For example, EA’s two theaters host performances that dazzle sold-out crowds throughout each year.

“Our theaters are two vastly different performance spaces that allow our performing artists a chance to create a broad spectrum of work from the most intimate and casual of performances to the larger, more spectacle-based productions,” explained Dan Clay, Arts Department Chair, Theater and Dance.

In addition to EA’s performing arts spaces, the visual art studios are outfitted with 3D printers and other cutting-edge technology. EA is also one of very few schools that still offer a professional-grade dark room for photographers to learn the art of development.

New innovative maker spaces were recently installed in the Lower School, the music studios offer an optimal acoustical setting and the latest music software, and the Campus Center Gallery hosts impres-

sive exhibits throughout the year. Even the Class of ’44 Chapel provides a space to celebrate the arts at EA. “Chapel allows additional opportunities for our top ensembles to perform in a sacred space, allowing students to experience spirituality in unique and diverse ways,” said Jim Erwin, Arts Department Chair, Instrumental and Choral Music.

“We still have communal singing through the use of hymns. Corporate singing is something that gets lost in our contemporary world, and at EA, we will keep it alive with pride and joyfulness.”

The Arts Permeate EA’s Curriculum Music is deeply embedded in the arts curriculum. Today, all students are enrolled in a music course through 8th grade.

Students play an instrument, sing in a chorus, and study composers, history, and genres from around the world. In Middle School, offerings are expanded to include handbells, guitar, music technology and arrangement, in addition to chorus, orchestra, and band. In Upper School, music is offered as an elective for those who wish to continue developing their musical talents. Today, one in every five Upper School students enroll in music electives.

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Q&A

with EA Arts Chairs What makes EA’s arts program unique?

David Sigel: As instructors, we are always trying to think outside the box, find new ways to challenge our students, and infuse the arts in other disciplines. We are constantly sharing ideas with each other and partnering with other faculty members to create cross-curricular experiences.

Dan Clay: The fact that the arts are valued enough to be offered in grades PreK through 12 is a huge part of what makes EA unique. We place a great deal of focus on offering a comprehensive, sequential program in each discipline.

Jim Erwin: We have a unique music program designed to provide opportunities in strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, and singing. Many schools tend to focus on one or two of these areas, but we offer excellent instruction in all.

What event or experience has brought you the greatest pride in our students while at EA? David Sigel: My most prideful moments are always when I hear stories about a current student or alumnus/a pursuing their arts passions beyond our walls. I’m also proud that we have created such a strong community of artists who are committed to helping each other.

Dan Clay: This year’s Arts Fest. The entire community took time out of their busy schedules to celebrate the work of our visual and performing artists. The campus was alive with creativity and collaboration. It was beautiful to watch.

Jim Erwin: I am always most proud during our combined concerts where each group performs at an age-appropriate, high level. At EA, none of our ensembles sound like kids. Each group is always so expressive and intensely musical.

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“JTerm offers a sense of continuity that helps students build on the excitement of day-to-day discoveries.”

—Dan Clay, Arts Department Chair, Theater and Dance for students to learn the basics of four different visual arts disciplines in one course, including 2D and 3D design, woodworking design and fabrication, and digital photography.

“Our Foundations course allows students to begin to explore a few disciplines to uncover potential passions,” stated David Sigel, Arts Department Chair, Visual Arts. “We use this course to help encourage our students to put themselves out there and begin to chart their own arts journey.”

JTerm, a two-week, interdisciplinary, intensive, single course program in Upper School, offers ten course electives rooted in various arts disciplines including photography, art history, film, and music.

Dan Clay partnered with Chris McCreary in the English Department to develop a course for students to write, direct, and perform their own plays.

“I enjoyed being able to do something in-depth with students,” explained Clay.

“JTerm offers a sense of continuity that helps students build on the excitement of day-to-day discoveries.”

David Sigel works with arts teacher Hilary Hutchison to offer the course ART

rEvolution, a studio-based visual arts course that explores in-depth techniques and visits local museums and art spaces to study other artists’ work.

“JTerm gives us all time to dive deeply, immerse ourselves in the art, find our creative voices, push ourselves, and find personal fulfillment and success in the end,” stated Sigel. “We encouraged our students to be curators of their own shows and knew we had done a great job when we were all physically and mentally drained at the end, but still had smiles on our faces.”

This year, a new performance-based course has been added, continuing to expand the arts offerings during JTerm.

Sixteen EA musicians will travel to New Orleans to perform an educational and interactive set for students at four public charter schools and three independent schools.

Connecting Students With Artists One of the goals of EA’s arts program is to inspire students through exposure to current artists. All arts faculty members are practicing professionals who have vast

networks of peers who have been invited to campus. The Gallery is also a perfect venue to introduce students to accomplished artists.

David Sigel wasted no time getting his Honors 2D Design class to the Gallery this year to check out the first exhibit, The Way They See It, The Way They Tell It. “It was during this time in the Gallery that I noticed The Privateer by Jed Morfit,” observed Leah Marchant ’16. “This laser cut paper sculpture was the only one of his three pieces that used color and it had incredible detail. As I left, I knew there was a story within the piece. I didn’t know what it was, but I knew I wanted to figure it out.”

Fast-forward one-week and Leah was again standing in the Gallery, admiring The Privateer with her mother during the Gallery opening. “When Jed entered the room, I stood behind her just as I had when I was a toddler. I have always thought of visual artists as celebrities.

I had questions ready in my head and I had been talking about it all day. I was so nervous.”

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“Corporate singing is something that gets lost in our contemporary world, and at EA, we will keep it alive with pride and joyfulness.”

—Jim Erwin, Arts Department Chair, Instrumental and Choral Music cinated with and studied for the last four years, to create his pieces. “As students left to go to class, I asked him the story behind the piece. He told me that when he started pieces, he did not have a story behind all of it. As he worked, he noticed how it related to his own life and experience.”

For Leah, “As I looked at The Privateer, I saw a person struggling with who they are. He or she was once a child with dreams of fighting battles. As they grew, their dreams lost the battle to reality.”

As she worked on a related English assignment, Leah recalled, “I wrote down anything that came into my head. I thought about the significance of the images of color, anything that was in front of me, and the story that was within.” Her thoughts eventually wove their way into a poem, then an artist statement, and finally a three-page essay. “I thought it might be something interesting to turn into a college essay.”

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Temporarily daunted by that impending task, Leah said, “I started to distance myself from that idea. It was when my mother came home with The Privateer that I knew I had to write about it, and the entire experience.”

Leah’s mother had decided the piece would be a perfect 18th birthday gift.

“For me, seeing The Privateer, meeting Jed, and now owning the art are experiences I will never forget. I never thought it would be a birthday present, let alone something I could own! I feel very lucky for the entire experience,” explained Leah.

Passions Translating to Profession When asked what inspires them, EA’s arts teachers most often share stories of the joy that comes with seeing former students continue to pursue their arts passions beyond EA. Ben Pearcy ’89 embodies this spirit.

On June 7 in New York, Pearcy accepted the American Theatre Tony Award for Best Scenic Design of a Musical, along with noted set designer Bob Crowley.

Pearcy is currently a Creative Director with 59 Productions. The duo worked together on the design of An American in Paris. Crowley designed the scenery for the show, while Pearcy designed the intricate projections.

Pearcy discovered his passion for theater while a student at EA. “I did indeed get my start in theater at EA,” Pearcy said. “It is most certainly what led me down the path I am now on.”

Upon graduating from EA, Pearcy earned a BFA in Theatrical Lighting Design from a conservatory-style program at Boston University. Pearcy said that he is especially “grateful for the education I received at EA. It really was the liberal arts education I didn’t get in college.”

His father, Lee Pearcy, was the long-time chair of EA’s Classics Department. Ben observed, “As my father says, the science (Physics) and math (Geometry) I learned at EA is put into use on a daily basis!”

Pearcy proudly wore his Episcopal Academy Domino Club lapel pin at the ceremony.

The Domino Club is just one example of extra-curricular arts programs at EA.

Most recently, students partnered with Matt Memmo, Upper School Teacher and Technology Coordinator, to create a new video production club. The club focuses on storyboarding, filming, and producing video pieces that highlight campus life and events for all to enjoy. Time-honored arts clubs like Epolitan and Improv also continue to offer students outlets to display their creativity.

Looking to the Future As Arts Fest 2015 came to a close, there was a sense of pride and accomplishment felt by all of EA’s budding artists. David Sigel shared that the event’s success will serve as a model for future Arts Fests.

As they look to the future, each of the arts department chairs assert their commitment to continuing to find ways to innovate the arts program and inspire students. The program will continue to be rooted in offering each student ways to discover their true passion, explore it, and express it.

“We are all creative in some way,” explained David Sigel. “We want to give students the space to figure out how they best learn, the tools to hone their skills, and the encouragement to create their own personal journey.” M

Arts

Upcoming

Events

January 28 Arts on the Move

February 3 – March 4 CONVERSE: Black Excellence, Pride and Revolution in Art Exhibit February 9 Dora Khayatt Chapel Performance February 19 Dance Concert April 8 Upper School Spring Concert April 14-16 Middle School Play, “The Little Prince” April 22 Arts Fest April 27-30 Upper School Musical, “Hairspray” May 4 Middle School Spring Concert May 5 Lower School Spring Concert May 10 Candlelight Recital May 13 5th Grade Play, “Folktales for Fun!” May 18 Upper School Choir & Vocal Ensemble Concert

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Celebrating Years of Coeducation

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clock is ticking as students hustle across the Clark Campus Green.

The Chapel carillon chimes a morning hymn marking the start of the school day.

Tradition dictates that tardiness is frowned upon. No one wants to start the day with a demerit.

While many things have remained the same during EA’s rich 230-year history, longevity inevitably brings change.

The decision to admit female students, beginning in 1974, was one of those bold changes for The Episcopal Academy.

The 2014-2015 school year marked 40 Years of Coeducation at Episcopal. For current students, the idea of EA as an allmale institution is hard to conceive. “I can’t even imagine Episcopal with just boys,” observed recent graduate Ali Rushton ’15.

Bill Keffer ’84 P ’14, ’17 was in the first class of coed graduates. “I started at Episcopal in the 1st grade and only experienced classes with all boys. Having classes with women opened my eyes to different opinions and views that I do not think I would otherwise have learned or even thought about in high school.”

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Alumni Society Board of Managers President Karen Marston ’86 P ’27 says the girls in her class had an especially strong bond and felt “like pioneers.” While at EA, Karen learned that boys and girls “think and react differently and that you had to learn how to accept those changes and react accordingly to make things work.”

Trisha Tsundupalli ’21 admires that first generation of female students. The current 7th grader says, “Coeducation teaches you to live and act nicely. I think it would have been a bit scary to be in the first class of girls but exciting too. Because you are the first girls to be there at EA and it’s like ‘Wow, we’re the first girls here.’ That’s pretty exciting!”

Jane Thompson, P ’79, ’81, ’86, Hon., Emerita Trustee, served on the Board of Trustees while the decision about coeducation was hotly debated. She recalls, “The decision to become coeducational was made during the era of empowerment of women in government, industry, and education. I believe EA leadership felt that without a coed student body, we were denying ourselves the resources of half the

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population and missing real-world opportunities for learning and communication.

The move was dictated by EA’s mission statement seeking, ‘To offer students the opportunity to learn and play in a diverse school community.’”

Tory Lynn ’25 does not think school would be much fun without both boys and girls. The 3rd grader says she likes “different personalities. Sometimes boys raise their hands most in math. Girls raise their hands in writing. I raise my hand in both.”

For 190 years, Episcopal Academy was an all-male institution, including faculty and staff. It wasn’t until 1918 that the school hired its first female employee. She was a stenographer.

Five years later, in 1923, Head of School Greville Haslam had a bold thought; he raised the idea of hiring female teachers for the Lower School. The Board of Trustees would not hear of it. It would take another seven years until the Board shifted its thinking and EA’s first female teacher was named supervising teacher in the Lower School.

Scan the QR Code to watch the video “Celebrating 40 Years of Coeducation at The Episcopal Academy.”

Interestingly, in 1930, tuition for Upper School students was $450 per year. The fee for Kindergarten was $150.

Fast forward to 1969 and a special trustee committee was appointed to, “study the subject of coeducation.” Within the year, the “concept” of coeducation at Episcopal was approved by the Board while passionate arguments for and against the idea continued.

Talks of possibly merging with The Baldwin School, Shipley, or Agnes Irwin were led by Headmaster James Hockley McKee Quinn. By 1971, it was determined that a potential merger with Baldwin or Agnes Irwin would not work out, but in 1971, an “exchange” of sorts was arranged with Shipley. Eight Shipley girls came to EA for their senior year. The Scholium headline read, “Shipley Girls Invade EA: Coeducation Attempted.” With both institutions concerned about losing their identity, the idea of an Episcopal-Shipley merger was abandoned.

A few years later in 1974, the Devon campus opened with 37 students. Six girls entered Kindergarten through 3rd grade.

Girls also entered Kindergarten through 2nd grade at Merion. Over the years, girls were added each year until all grades were coed.

In 1984, the first coed class graduated from EA. The valedictorian was a female student.

Hobart Rowland ’84 was in that first graduating class of coeds. He served as moderator of the Coeducation Student Panel discussion held in February 2015 for students, faculty, and staff. He was joined by panelists Kim Farrell ’84, Lynne Hay, Hon., Chip Hollinger, Hon., Cannie Shafer, Hon., and Jane Thompson.

Hobart recalled starting at Episcopal in 1976 as a 5th grader explaining, “My dad went to Haverford, and I did consider it but I wanted a coed education. It was an incredibly diverse group yet everyone got along so well. We knew we were a special class. I certainly came away with considerable respect for the opposite sex and their ability to adapt in a male-dominated environment.”

Today, 231 years since the founding of The Episcopal Academy, the school

is educating 678 male students and 575 female students, Pre-K through 12th grade.

Eight women currently sit on the Board of Trustees. Two of them are officers. Karen Marston is the first female president of the Alumni Society Board of Managers.

Marston, who is a federal prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, credits EA for “helping me enormously as a student. The coed environment gave me the tools to be better equipped to deal in the real world.”

Rowland shares, “I could not be more impressed with today’s learning environment at EA, with its far more even gender division. We were the guinea pigs, so to speak, and obviously the experiment worked to a stunning degree.”

2nd grader Abby Whitman ’26 sums up her coeducation experience saying, “When you play with boys and girls, it makes everybody included and you live the Stripes. But if you leave someone out and just play with girls, you are not living the Kindness and Generosity Stripe. It’s good to be learning with everybody.” M

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A TRUE NET ASSET “Tim and Whit would be the first to tell you how powerfully they have been impacted by the mentorship of someone as special as George Shafer.”

–Gina Buggy, Hon., Athletics Director

By Bill Doherty

Episcopal

Academy tennis coaches Whit Powell and Tim Kent’s life-long love of the sport was cultivated by George C. Shafer, Hon., decades ago on a red clay court at Camp Susquehannock summer camp.

“George Shafer taught me not just how to hold and swing a racket, but how to analyze and orchestrate a point,” Kent says.

“He’s a master strategist and brilliant tactician, and he helped me understand all dimensions of the game.”

Middle School science teacher Win Shafer had a similar a-ha moment when his uncle George worked with him on his backhand on that same court.

“He had the uncanny ability to see what you needed to improve in your strokes and to explain to you in an easily understandable way what you needed to do to get better,” Win Shafer said. “I remember a time in the summer at Camp Susquehannock, where he was the director along with my father, that he helped me with my backhand. In a matter of a few minutes, he had me hitting backhand ground strokes better than I had ever done—by far.”

Although clearly saddened by the fact that Shafer is battling cancer, both Powell and Kent chuckled when recalling Shafer’s

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summertime tutorials on how to nail down lines on the red clay court with tacks, a process that should have taken an hour but took much longer due to the combination of Shafer’s attention to detail and his gift for storytelling.

“It ended up taking all day, and even then Mr. George was not satisfied,” Powell said, smiling. “Mr. George was thorough and detailed in his approach to education and, more specifically, teaching the game of tennis. There was a right and there was a wrong, no in between.”

Shafer’s life lessons positively influenced hundreds of Episcopal Academy students and Camp Susquehannock campers over his decades of coaching. He was a member of the inaugural Episcopal Sports Hall of Fame Class in 2000 and serves on the induction committee. Shafer coached tennis, swimming and football at EA and also played a role in assisting Kent, Powell and his nephew Win secure teaching jobs at Episcopal—thus positively impacting countless other EA students.

“EA won lots of (tennis) titles under his guidance, but I should point out that Episcopal was known above all for its doubles,” Kent says. “George could take players of mediocre talent and form

them into a truly effective doubles pairing. And many Inter-Ac titles were won by pulling out victories at that last third doubles spot.”

Of all of the tennis doubles teams that the camel-haired blazer and bow tie-wearing Shafer formed, the most enduring one was Kent and Powell, two members of his coaching tree who replaced him and have continued his legacy. Kent took over for Shafer in 1999 and Powell joined the staff in 2001—meaning that either George Shafer or one of his disciples has coached the EA tennis team for nearly 65 years.

“TK (Tim Kent) was the natural replacement. How does one replace a legend? Well, you replace a legend with his student,” Powell said. “In those early years, TK channeled his inner-George, even tying the boys together with an extra large jump rope to demonstrate the value of moving as one cohesive doubles team.

He spoke about team, togetherness, and honor. I listened and learned every step of the way.”

The George Shafer coaching tree has had quite an impact at Episcopal.

“It is perfectly evident that Tim Kent and Whit Powell are disciples of George Shafer; and our tennis programs are a reflection of this thriving culture,” Episcopal Academy Athletic Director Gina Buggy says. “Tim and Whit would be the first to tell you how powerfully they have been impacted by the mentorship of someone as special as George Shafer.”

Powell is quick to acknowledge all that he has learned from Shafer and Kent.

“The first face on my Mount Rushmore of coaching is, and will always be, Mr. George Shafer. Not for the titles he’s won, or the honors he’s received, but for the values he’s taught me and the integrity in which he lived his life,” Powell said.

“And TK (Tim Kent) has taught me more about life through tennis than anyone. How fortunate was I, a 21-year-old kid, to learn from two legends. Working side by side with TK the past 14 years has been one of the greatest honors of my life. I have learned how to be a better teacher, coach, man, father, husband under his tutelage.

“I’m not sure George or TK are fully aware of the lasting impact they have made on me.” M

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Haiti:

EA in Making the Stranger Our Neighbor

By Courtney Brinkerhoff-Rau

Thousands

“We pray for Episcopal, EA, EA, EA!” —Pere Jeannot

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of miles away from EA’s pristine campus, The Episcopal Academy name and spirit lives atop a barren Haitian mountaintop.

Three years ago, a relationship was born between EA and St. Marc’s School in Cerca, Haiti.

The community sits nestled in the mountains of Haiti’s Central Plateau. It is a world with no electricity or plumbing. Water and food are scarce.

Chickens and goats wander freely. More prosperous families have a donkey.

Each morning, women and young girls make the one-mile trek, partially down rugged mountain terrain, for water—somehow trudging it back up the mountain in five-gallon plastic buckets balanced on their heads. The water supply is polluted.

Lower School Chaplain Tim Gavin leads the EA-St. Marc’s initiative explaining, “This partnership allows our students to realize that embracing the needs of others as their own will lead them to a purposeful life.” Fr. Gavin has worked closely with The Episcopal Diocese of Haiti’s Priest-in-Charge Pere (Father) Jeannot who serves 17 Episcopal churches and has made education a top priority. In the fall, Pere Jeannot will begin work in Port-auPrince. Pere Alphonse will take over his duties, including the EA-St. Marc’s partnership.

The first initiative of the partnership was to construct a new school building for 250 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 6th grade. That goal was achieved in April 2015 as a team of 14 students, parents, and EA staff members traveled to Cerca for the dedication of the new school building and to provide medical screening.

Maddie Hughes ’16 especially enjoyed interacting with the community in Cerca saying, “I forged an experience I will never forget. I thought the hard work added to the feeling of satisfaction of the trip, and I was honored to be a part of the opening of St. Marc’s.”

Assisted by five Upper School students, Dr. David DiGiallorenzo P ’16 provided dental screenings, Dr. Paula Ko P ’14, ’16, ’22 conducted eye exams, and Ms. Nancy Adelizzi P ’12, ’15, ’16 saw patients of all ages for general wellness checks. Stomachaches were the most common complaint with malnutrition and parasitic worms being the likely cause.

“We have learned that nutrition and clean water are top priorities. We are collaborating with our neighbors at St. Marc’s School to develop a self-sustaining food program that the community can develop, oversee, and manage independently,” explained Fr. Gavin. “It’s challenging for students to learn when they are hungry and thirsty.”

It was the second trip to Haiti for Katie Kane ’16.

After a full-day assisting with medical screenings, she observed, “We’ve realized that malnutrition is the cause of most of the issues the kids have, so our next step is to try and treat those problems.”

Installing solar panels, to help bring electricity to the school, and a water purification system are also on the “to do” list.

During the five-day trip, Stefania DiGiallorenzo ’16 observed, “You feel it in your heart.

I’m really happy we are here to help and give them some kind of hope and help them feel someone is here for them.”

For Elizabeth Burke ’16, the challenging threehour hike up the mountain “was difficult, but the trip was like none other I have ever experienced.

After one visit, I know Haiti will always be with me, and my heart with Haiti.”

Through generous donations by EA families, funding was secured for phase-1 of the project.

Construction on the hand-built school began in April 2014. Rocks for the foundation were retrieved from the bottom of the mountain and carried up to the summit by students, teachers, and parents. The community also transported 5000 cinder blocks, one cinder block balanced

on one head at a time. Donkeys, strapped with saddlebags, hauled cement mix and metal roofing.

Sand for the cement was dug out of the riverbed three hours below.

Since no construction equipment can reach the summit, shovels and picks were the tools of choice.

All of the construction was completed by hand.

On Saturday, April 26, 2015, after a two-hour mass by Pere Jeannot, hundreds of parishioners filed out of a cramped stone church singing and processed to the steps of the newly constructed school. With a snip of the scissors, EA parent Patrick Burke cut the ribbon to the new St. Marc’s School.

Speaking in Creole and then in English, Pere Jeannot told the crowd, “I still remember my visit at Episcopal and I was thinking of the possibility to have something in Cerca one day. And today is the reality of the school. I hope your love and willingness to help Cerca and this community will continue. We will continue our work. We pray for you, thank you very much.”

With a beaming smile, Pere Jeannot lifted his hand toward the blue cloud-spotted Haitian sky and declared, “We pray for Episcopal, EA, EA, EA!”

“Finding our own humanity in making the stranger our neighbor,” eloquently declared by Fr. Gavin.

While much has been accomplished in Cerca through this unique relationship, there is much more to be accomplished. Fr. Gavin cites one of his favorite Haitian proverbs that reads: “Piti, Piti, ti pay pay, zwazo fe nich, which translates to ‘Little by little, straw by straw, the bird builds its nest.’”

Students who made the trip included: Leighann Adelizzi ’15, Elizabeth Burke ’16, Stefania DiGiallorenza ’16, Maddie Hughes ’16, and Katie Kane ’16.

Parent participants were: Nancy Adelizzi, Patrick Burke, Dr. David DiGiallorenza, Dr. Paula Ko, and Lori Espy.

Episcopal staff included: Courtney Brinkerhoff-Rau, Steve Muir, Tanuja Murray, and Fr. Tim Gavin. M

Scan the QR Code to watch the video “EA In Haiti 2015.”

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EA Icons:

129 Combined Years of Service

By Courtney Brinkerhoff-Rau

This past year, we celebrated the legacies that all of our retiring faculty and staff members created here at Episcopal.

With 129 combined years of service to Episcopal, these individuals touched many lives and inspired many students.

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HANK ALBRYCHT, HON. 1973-2015

CAROL TASSONI, HON. 1982-2015

41 years of service is quite a milestone.

Hank Albrycht considers his time at Episcopal “an immensely satisfying four-decade journey.” After graduating from college, Hank had planned to move to New Mexico to become an English teacher. According to Dean of Faculty Doug Parsons, shortly before leaving, the young educator received a letter from a teacher placement agency in Philadelphia. The letter detailed a position for a 6th grade woodworking teacher at a school called The Episcopal Academy. Hank considers the occurrence “providential.” Hank met his wife Janet at EA. Both of his children Abby ’01 and Micah ’05 are graduates.

Described as “a great institution for a great institution,” Carol Tassoni’s welcoming and gentle demeanor in the Upper School office will be dearly missed. Her guidance and warmth touched countless students, teachers, parents, and alumni over her 33 years at Episcopal.

Hank had an unassuming but large presence on campus particularly in the woodshop where, donning his apron and safety goggles, he would spend hours patiently working with students. Whether in his beloved woodshop, or on the soccer field, Hank’s patient demeanor never waivered, according to his colleague and coaching partner Ed Silvi. “He always shared thoughtful insight about life that would be significantly more important than the game of soccer. I would enjoy stepping back to listen.” When working with students Silvi remarked, “Hank was at their side like a ‘guardian woodshop angel’ instructing, guiding, and assisting them on all capacities of their project.” Those projects, student-crafted wooden forks, spoons, bowls, boxes, and lamps, are a testament to Hank Albrycht’s creative kindness, spirituality, and impact that he gently carved into the lives of so many students, colleagues, and friends during his tenure at Episcopal.

Carol eases into retirement by shifting gears to spend more time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.

Charlene Shingle will especially miss Carol’s “wisdom, patience, and good humor.”

Shingle says her friend and colleague “made a lasting impression on those who have been lucky enough to get to know and work with her. It was always nice to come in and know that together we could handle whatever the day brought us.”

DR. SUSAN RUBIN, HON. 1987-2015

ELLEN YOUNG, HON. 1998-2015

BILL GALLAGHER, HON. 2005-2015

A student best summed up how Susan Rubin’s 28 years at Episcopal impacted the community. “Dr. Rubin is the prime example of an ideal EA teacher. Her passion for teaching kids makes it easier for us to learn, and difficult for us to not have the same passion back. It was a privilege and a gift to be one of her students.” Another student observed, “She knew my name and I didn’t even have her.”

For many prospective families inquiring about Episcopal Academy, Ellen Young was the first point of contact. During her 17 years, Ellen helped shepherd thousands of families through the admission process. For many years Ellen also helped with the Key Club program.

As a beloved teacher, coach, and mentor, Bill Gallagher’s legacy will live on through the many lives he touched during his ten years at Episcopal. During his tenure, Bill taught Spanish and coached football, Middle School basketball, and baseball.

Teaching Upper School Chemistry was Susan’s passion. George Wattles first connected with Susan as co-advisors to the Get Real About Social Problems (GRASP) Club. He says she cared about every one of her students commenting, “I always got the sense that Sue’s first and foremost goal was to make her students feel confident and comfortable about what they were doing, and she worked tirelessly to provide the kind of environment to insure that each one of her students could succeed.”

Not one for the limelight, Susan also worked passionately on behalf of the Sunshine Club sending notes, flowers, or a gift to faculty and staff celebrating a life milestone, coping with a medical issue, or grieving the loss of a loved one.

“She truly represents all that is right with and for Episcopal. Devoted, passionate, kind, and considerate are but a few of her many qualities,” says Wattles.

Ellen has been committed to education since launching her career as a 2nd grade teacher in Philadelphia. Ellen has especially fond memories of her first supervisor in the Admission Office, Lynne Hay. Longtime colleague Michele Mammele remembers many professional and personal milestones during their years together.

She described Ellen as “compassionate, ethical, helpful, and classy with a wicked sense of humor.” Mammele says, “Ellen’s contribution to EA, especially in the Admission Office, has been invaluable. She was the constant in our office who always got things done behind the scenes, making everyone else shine.”

Language Department colleague Christele Furey considered Bill a “natural leader with students” and “always in a good mood.

He was known to be extremely nurturing toward students.” Bill was also a stickler for good manners. “He took it upon himself to greet every student who came into the office, making sure that the student was considerate and polite in return. If a student didn’t use his or her best manners, Bill was known for saying ‘now turn around, come back, and let’s try this again,’” explained Furey.

Colleague Marc Eripret compared the Language Department to the United Nations saying, “Bill Gallagher has been Switzerland for us. He has always been the constant mellow one who always knew what to say or do to keep the office fun for colleagues and students. His sense of humor and respect for everyone never went unnoticed. Bill is a true gentleman.”

Chinese teacher, Dr. Wei Yang, summed up Bill with these words; “Bill is the Buddha that brings harmony to our department. He is the friend, neighbor, colleague, father and coach that we all want to have. He will be missed immensely!”

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Alumni Society Board of Managers 2015 – 2016

New Alumni Society Board of Managers The start of yet another school year has arrived — from the littlest Pre-Kindergar-

ten students to the oldest seniors, it promises to be another exciting year of learning for all. The Alumni Society Board of Managers looks forward to participating in this journey. As is our 50+ year tradition, we will be awarding gold charms to Episcopal’s championship teams and hosting the Senior Class Picnic. These events give alumni the chance to meet Episcopal’s current students who carry on the school’s motto “Esse Quam Videri” every day. Congratulations again to EA’s 2014-2015 athletic team champions — Field Hockey, Softball, Girls’ Tennis, Girls’ Cross Country, Girls’ Water Polo, Girls’ Track, Girls’ Squash and Girls’ and Boys’ Crew—and the entire Class of 2015. We wish you all the best as you move forward in the world!

Last year the Alumni Society recognized faculty and staff who have dedicated ten years of service to the school and presented the 2015 Bishop William White Award to Dr. Susan Rubin who retired after 28 wonderful years of teaching. Each year the Episcopal staff continues to make the choice of who receives this award extremely difficult. All of Episcopal’s teachers exemplify true excellence and a love for the classroom. As a friend once said, “What a wonderful problem to have!”

Armena M. Ballard ’06 Robert R. Bishop ’58 George Boyd ’54, Secretary Andrew A. Brenner ’87 Harry B. French ’73 Michael E. Jacoby ’83 David D. Langfitt ’75 Julie E. Manser ’97 Alvan Markle, IV ’61 Karen S. Marston ’86, President Brett T. Meyers ‘03, Vice President Marc N. Moghadam ‘90, Treasurer Sonje (Volla) Moore ’95 Vincent W. Powers ’84 Edward S. Spofford ’77 Caroline H. Waxler ’89

The Alumni Society hosted the 2015 Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner on Saturday, November 14, 2015. We celebrated and honored many of our distinguished Alumni. It was a wonderful evening and we enjoyed reminiscing with all.

Written by: Karen Marston ’86

Ed Spofford ’77 Outgoing Board President handing the gavel to the new incoming President, Karen Marston ’86.

The Alumni Society Board of Managers 2015-2016 Pictured left to right front row: Ed Spofford ’77, Caroline Waxler ’89, Armena Ballard ’06, Sonje (Volla) Moore ’95, George Boyd ’54, Secretary; Karen Marston ’86, President; Chip French ’73, Mike Jacoby ’83. Back row left to right; Bob Bishop ’58, Vince Powers ’84, Cappy Markle ’61, David Langfitt ’75, Andrew Brenner ’87, Nabi Moghadam ’90, Treasurer. Missing from the picture are Julie Manser ’97, and Brett Meyers ’03, Vice President.

The Alumni Society sponsors a picnic each year for the graduating seniors and gives them a banner for a gift. Pictured l to r top row; Joey Chambers, Aaron Kim, Tanaya Bailey, Taylor Long. Bottom row l to r: Taylor Gary, Julianne Longen and Christy Palazzese.

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Faculty and Staff Awards.

Each year the Alumni Board honors members of the faculty and staff for their dedicated service to the Academy. The following ten people were recognized for ten years of service with a framed certificate and the new designation of honorary alumni: Pictured left to right are; Chuck Simmonds, Fran McLaughlin, Catherine Pearn, Will Gibbs, William Gallagher, Alan Duprez, Ryan Dankanich, Mary Gallagher, Doug Parsons, Lauren Golden, Ed Spofford ’77, President Alumni Society.

Ed Spofford ’77 presenting the 2015 Bishop William White Award to Sue Rubin, Hon., who retired in June after teaching for 28 years.

The Episcopal Academy Golf Tournament (EAGT)

Alumni Society Establishes Scholarship for Children of EA Alumni In May, the Alumni Society Board of Managers pledged $150,000 to endow a scholarship fund at Episcopal. As the fund grows, the Alumni Society Endowed Scholarship will provide, in whole or in part, the annual tuition of one or more children of the school’s alumni. For more information about contributing to this scholarship fund, please contact Bruce Konopka, Director of Alumni Programs, at 484-424-1779 or bkonopka@episcopalacademy.org.

On May 5, the Alumni Society Board of Managers held the Episcopal Academy Golf Tournament (EAGT) at White Manor Country Club. The annual tournament is held in memory of Richard G. Crockett ’82. The 2015 EAGT featured a number of changes from past years: participation was expanded beyond alumni to include current and former parents, as well as friends of EA; a silent auction was held during the cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception; different levels of non-golf participation were offered and prices were lowered across the board. Most importantly, the Alumni Society Board of Managers announced that it is pledging $150,000 towards a scholarship to support children of EA alumni attending Episcopal. With the help of two event sponsors, a prize sponsor, 14 hole sponsors and 80 golfers, the 2015 EAGT raised $30,000 towards this purpose — a record we hope to beat in 2016.

Congratulations to the event co-chair Brett Meyers ’03, the winning foursome of Steve Copit ’80, Gerard Rosato ’88, David Dugery ’86 and Nick Christos ’86, event co-chair Chip French ’73, and Ed Spofford ’77. Stay tuned for details about the 2016 EAGT — it has turned into an event you cannot miss! The tournament will be held on May 10, 2016, so save the date.

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Alumni@EA 2015 Alumni Awards The 2015 Alumni Awards were held on November 14. Almost 200 alumni, parents of alumni, and friends were on hand as the Alumni Society presented its prestigious awards for 2015 to each of the following deserving recipients.

lowships in Philadelphia. Currently, he is on the board of SquashSmarts in Philadelphia, an urban youth squash program accompanied by intensive mentoring and preparation for college.

Amanda (Lamb) Griffin ’84

Distinguished Alumnus/a Award Presented to “an alumnus or alumna, graduate or non-graduate, or honorary alumnus or alumna of The Episcopal Academy who has made a significant contribution in a particular area or in a broad range of achievement. This distinction could reflect outstanding career success, dedicated public service or any combination of leadership effectiveness.”

Recipients: James W. Zug, Sr. ’58 and Amanda (Lamb) Griffin ’84 James W. Zug, Sr. ’58 After earning an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1964 as a Baker Scholar (top 5% of the class), Jim joined Coopers and Lybrand, now PricewaterhouseCoopers, as an auditor and consultant.

While working for Coopers and Lybrand, Jim worked in several of their East Coast offices and was a liaison partner with companies in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. He held many prominent leadership positions with Coopers and Lybrand; most notably, he served as partner on Gulf Oil Corporation when it changed auditors to Coopers & Lybrand. For his last eight years at Coopers and Lybrand, Jim was Managing Director International and responsible for coordinating services to the largest global clients of the firm in the emerging markets including Russia, China, and central Europe. In addition to his business achievements, Jim has been greatly involved in the non-profit sector. The non-profits he has worked with as board member include the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, Goucher College, the Kimmel Center, the Merion Golf Club, and Eisenhower Fel-

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Amanda Lamb is a well-known television journalist and accomplished author. She was a member of the first class to include female students at Episcopal, graduating in 1984, and then graduated from Duke University with degrees in English and Psychology before earning a Master of Science in Journalism at Northwestern University. Amanda has established herself as a trusted crime reporter and currently works for the award-winning CBS television affiliate in Raleigh, North Carolina, WRAL. In her 25 years as a journalist, Amanda has developed a reputation as the go-to reporter for networks seeking credible feedback and interviews on highprofile murder cases. Based on the murder cases she has covered with WRAL, Amanda has published three true crime books: Love Lies, Evil Next Door, and Deadly Dose, and co-produced an episode of 48 Hours based on Deadly Dose. Amanda’s other writing accomplishments include four memoirs (Girls Gone Child, Smotherhood, I Love you to God and Back, The Living Room), and one children’s book.

Ms. Lamb also writes a regular parenting blog for WRAL.com called Go Ask Mom.

Alumni Award for Achievement in the Arts Presented “to an alumnus or alumna, graduate or non-graduate or honorary alumnus or alumna of The Episcopal Academy who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in the Arts, including, but not limited to the fields of music, dance, writing, production, architecture or other visual or oral arts.”

Recipient: Peter L. Hastings ’78

Peter Hastings has achieved high accolades in television and movie production; overall, he has been nominated for an Emmy 23 times for animated productions.

While with Warner Brothers, he co-created, wrote, and produced award-winning animated series such as, Steven Spielberg Presents Animaniacs as well as Pinky and the Brain. Peter went on to create and produce the hit series One Saturday Morning for the Walt Disney Company and also consulted in online divisions, theme park development, and feature films. He directed the live action feature film The Country Bears for Disney in 2001, as well as the documentary, Walt and Mission Space, for the Epcot Center. Other credits include Aardman Animations’ Creature Comforts and Dreamworks Animation’s How to Train Your Dragon. Most recently, in 2013 and 2014, Peter won two Emmys for directing, writing, and producing Kung Fu Panda – Legends of Awesomeness for Nickelodeon.

Distinguished Service Award Presented since 1986 “for outstanding service to The Episcopal Academy as demonstrated by loyal participation in its support activities and exceptional contributions of time, effort or personal resources for the advancement of the Academy’s principles and objectives.”

Recipient: The Class of 1944 The Class of 1944 has distinguished itself as one of the most generous and loyal classes in the history of Episcopal.

Collectively, the class has demonstrated remarkable support for our school and they are annually among the top in percentage participation for The Episcopal Fund. At their 50th reunion, the class established the Class of 1944 Faculty Enrichment Fund to “acknowledge the very great debt owed both the school and a generation of Master Teachers.” A more tangible gift made by a class member is the E. Newbold Smith 1944 Football Field, which honors an athletic legend at EA,

one who “played every position on the field and is widely considered one of the finest athletes in EA’s history.” By all measures, the most enduring and impressive gift by this class has been the Class of 1944 Chapel. Conceived by Robert Venturi ’44 more than 55 years ago for his master’s thesis, the Chapel ultimately was designed by him as well. In the way the Chapel has become the defining image of Episcopal, the members of the Class of 1944 epitomize the “loyal participation for the advancement of the Academy” for which this award recognizes alumni.

Alumni Community Service Award Presented since 1986 “for outstanding service to The Episcopal Academy as demonstrated by loyal participation in its support activities and exceptional contributions of time, effort or personal resources for the advancement of the Academy’s principles and objectives.”

Recipient: David R. Dugery ’86 David Dugery’s engagement in community service began while he was a student at EA: he participated in projects at Inglis House and St. Carthage Church, and performed home repairs for the elderly and disadvantaged through EA’s Community Service Program. Most recently, David helped establish EA’s Alumni Community Service Program with Len Haley, who started the student service program years ago.

David’s commitment to serving the community expands well beyond EA. He has served on the boards of Saunders House and Bryn Mawr Terrace, both are nonprofit providers of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, as well as the Michael Patrick Finnegan Foundation, which raises funds to support institutions serving the elderly and underprivileged in the community. David’s authentic commitment to giving back is now engrained in the company culture at IMX Medical Management

Services, where he is both the president and a co-founder. The IMX Cares program supports numerous community-based activities throughout the year, and the company also provides support to the St. James School in Philadelphia, a community-based school that is committed to educating the traditionally under-resourced students in North Philadelphia. David embodies EA’s “generosity” stripe every day and has improved the lives of community members, his close friends, and the Greater Philadelphia community.

set out one year later to follow the transformation of one decommissioned American school bus into one of the brightly-colored camionetas that transport the majority of Guatemalans to work each day. Mark’s excellence in film will surely continue, as he was awarded a fellowship in film/ video from the Guggenheim Foundation to develop his next project. He began editing the project over the summer in New Hampshire through a fellowship, for which he was recently selected, at MacDowell Colony.

Young Alumni Award

Ashley N. Johnson ’03

Presented since 2005 to “an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated exemplary qualities in mind, body or spirit within 15 years of graduation from Episcopal. These extraordinary accomplishments may be achieved in academics, athletics, the arts, community service/spiritual life or any combination of the above.”

Ashley Johnson is a general assignment reporter with FOX 26 in Houston, the country’s 10th largest television market.

While in Texas, Ashley produced an eyeopening medical report about her personal experience undergoing brain surgery and a segment featuring the first-ever black prima ballerina, Lauren Anderson. Her career as a reporter began with the PHL17’s Eye Opener News, where she also interned for six summers through the Emma Bowen Foundation. While participating in the NBC Page program in New York, Ashley worked on the Suze Orman Show and Weekend Today. She earned her M.S. in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism. She worked for Medill in both Chicago and Washington, D.C., and then moved to Vermont, where she was a multi-media reporter for the NBC affiliate, WPTZ. Ashley wrote, edited, and shot enterprise stories for the evening newscasts. While accomplishing a lot in her career, Ashley is an active volunteer for Big Brothers and Big Sisters and is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.

Recipients: Mark P. Kendall ’01 and Ashley N. Johnson ’03 Mark P. Kendall ’01 Mark Kendall’s documentary, La Camioneta—The Journey of One American School Bus, has received high accolades: it was funded partly by the Sundance Institute, premiered at the 2012 SXSW Film Festival, selected by Stephen Holden as a New York Times “Critics’ Pick,” featured in IndieWire’s list of the “Top Docs of 2013,” recognized with an award from the International Documentary Association (IDA), screened at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, and he was cited

by Variety as a “name to watch.” The film was inspired by a conversation Mark had with a camioneta driver while riding through the Guatemalan highlands, in which he learned that the brightly-colored camioneta they were riding in had originally been a school bus in a small town outside of Nashville, where he lived when he attended Vanderbilt University for his undergraduate and graduate studies. He

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The Young Alumni Spirit Award Established in 2005, this award is presented to “an alumnus or alumna who has demonstrated exceptional loyalty, service and devotion to the Academy in Regional Associations, Reunion Planning and/or Class Fundraising. This award is typically, but not exclusively, given within 15 years of graduation from the Academy” Recipient: Sarah D. A. Baker ’01 Sarah Baker is truly a loyal member of the Episcopal community, a connection that formed while she was an EA student and is strengthened today by her integral role as chair of the English Department. Sarah’s career as an educator started at the Agnes Irwin School. She returned to EA in 2007 as a part-time Upper School history instructor and full-time major gifts officer and coordinator of the Ever Episcopal Campaign in the Office of Institutional Advancement.

Sarah received an M.S.Ed. in Educational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, and currently serves as an associate instructor in their Graduate School of Education. Prior to serving as chair of English at Episcopal, Sarah served as an Upper School form dean and, in 2013, she was the recipient of the Brian Edward Breskman ’06 Teaching Award, annually given to a young teacher who has made the greatest contribution as a teacher and counselor in the community in that school year. She serves as faculty advisor to the Esse Quam Videri society, oversees student inductions into Episcopal’s Cum Laude Society, and is a current member of the Coeducation Committee at Episcopal. In the summer, Sarah serves as the director of Episcopal’s Best Practices of Writing Instruction, which is a part of the Hirtle Summer Program for Innovative Schools. Sarah’s devotion to the Academy is exceptional; she has shown her dedication to her career and to her school in mind, body, and spirit.

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2015 Athletic Hall of Fame The distinguished honor of being inducted into The Episcopal Academy’s Athletic Hall of Fame has been presented since 2000. It is to honor those members of Episcopal’s community (students, coaches, teams, others) who, by outstanding achievement or service, have made significant contributions to the athletic program at Episcopal.

Charles William (Spike) Schellenger ’49 Alan Russell (Rusty) Varley II ’69 John Matthew Bailer ’97 Colby Hall ’98 Louisa Hall ’00 1947-48 Boys’ Squash Team Buddy Addis Roger Campbell John Hentz David Maxwell Blair Murphy Dave Polk 1995 Boys’ Lacrosse Team Matt Bailer Pat Barton Anders Beck Michael Campbell James Casey David Cash Doug Davies* Jamie Evans Chris Fallon Burke Gallagher Marc Gilmore Eric Gregg David Hood Michael Iannacone Michael Keating Michael Leeds Kurt Lunkenheimer* Brian Manion

John Miller Paul O’Connor Dan O’Donnel Matt Pierce Scott Reynolds Will Stuntabeck Jan Tokarczyk Ben Victor Gus Wood *denotes 1995 captain

2003 Girls’ Lacrosse Team Marin Barnes Lauren Bobzin Emily Clark* Fayth Ecker Ashley (Eyre) West Ashley Heist Bonnie Levin Allison (Murray) Burkett Maxi Prinsen Abigail Pyeritz Jen Robinson Kelly Robinson Margaux Viola* Elizabeth Waples Lydia Williams Audrey Ziomek *denotes 2003 captain

Parents of Alumni 2005 The parents of alumni for the Class of 2005 enjoyed getting together on Alumni Weekend, Saturday, May 2, 2015 in the Sherrerd Alumni House.

2015 EA Legacies The following families got together for the legacy picture on June 3, 2015. Bryant, Cassidy, Cusack, Doyle, Dugery, Gary, Gibson, Giles, Hole, Howlin, Jacoby, King, McAvoy, Mathisen, Nickolas, Ortlieb, Reder, Royer, Stouch, Vetterlein, and Walling

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John Bell ’71 and his wife Katrina presented Head of School, T.J. Locke, with a special print showing the Class of 1944 Chapel at the Washington, D.C. Regional reception on June 9, 2015.

Both architects, Robert Venturi ’44 and Denise Scott Brown, signed the print and it will hang in the Head of School’s office.

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Giving@EA The 1785 Bowl Honoring Gretchen Burke P ’07 ’08 ’10 ’13 ’15 In April 2015, the Office of Institutional Advancement

honored one of Episcopal’s most loyal champions, Gretchen Burke, with the 1785 Bowl. This award is presented to a faithful steward and outstanding benefactor who, by virtue of her exemplary commitment and sustained generosity, has significantly enhanced the quality of education at The Episcopal Academy. Gretchen has been a devoted supporter of Episcopal for many years both as a parent and a member of the Board of Trustees. She was the first female Board Chair and, while in this role, led the charge for the capital campaign to meet the fundraising goal to move Episcopal to Newtown Square.

She and her family support the future of young scholars at Episcopal, both through their family’s endowed scholarships and as a liaison with the Steppingstone Scholars program. The event honoring Gretchen was held at Sweetwater Farm and Grace Winery, which is owned by Chris ’75 and Vicki Le Vine.

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The EAPA Establishes New Endowed Fund In May 2015, The Episcopal Academy

Parents’ Association contributed to Episcopal its largest total gift in EAPA history. Part of its gift was used to establish The Episcopal Academy Parents’ Association Wish List Fund. This endowed fund will be used to support the EAPA’s Wish List, which includes support for academic programs, technology, professional development, and other pressing needs at Episcopal.

Dr. T.J. Locke, Head of School, accepts the EAPA’s gift from Pam Nickolas, EAPA President, and Lauren Sustersic, EAPA Treasurer.

Head’s Circle Reception On May 15, T.J. and Lauren Locke welcomed Head’s Circle donors to Lowry House. The event kicked off with a cocktail party where guests had a chance to hear from T.J. Locke about what’s happening at Episcopal. Donors who contributed $10,000 or more for operations were included in this festive evening. If you’re interested in joining us next year for the Head’s Circle reception, please contact Carter Learnard, Director of The Episcopal Fund, for more information or to make a gift. You can reach Carter at 484-424-1760 or clearnard@ episcopalacademy.org

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Planned Giving at The Episcopal Academy For information about planned giving or to join Episcopal’s Bishop William White Society, please visit our website: www.ea.gift-planning.org • Explore what type of gift could accomplish your goals through Plan-aGift™, our unique interactive tool.

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• Will Planning Wizard helps you collect and organize your thoughts, information, and documents before you visit your attorney.

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• Personal calculators will assist in your estate planning.

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Athletic s@E A Episcopal’s athletes celebrated many team and individual

accomplishments through the Spring ‘15 athletic season. The following offers a brief season recap for each team. Follow @ EA_Athletics on Twitter for ongoing updates on all of our teams!

Boys Lacrosse The 2015 boys’ lacrosse team finished the season with a 14-7 record against one of the toughest schedules in the country. Members of the senior class finished their high school careers with more wins in the league (27) than any other previous class as they pushed the program forward against tough odds.

The 2015 campaign saw signature wins over nationally recognized programs like Culver, St. Anthony’s, La Salle, and St. Joe’s Prep while finishing a perfect 6-0 against the other coed schools in the league. The season saw a new Episcopal Academy lacrosse career points leader emerge in Curt Zappala (244) as he solidified himself as one of the all-time greats, which would not have been possible without the help of his fellow seniors. This class was very talented and committed to the program and its goals. Finishing second in the league to an undefeated Haverford School was certainly a great accomplishment. Head Varsity Coach Andy Hayes and returning players look forward to next year’s season and the chance to build on the tradition of the seniors.

SPECIAL AWARDS: The Stick Lacrosse Award

Curtis Zappala

The Team of 1977 Lacrosse Award

Christopher Garino

The Episcopal Academy Lacrosse Award

Benjamin Valdes

The Donald J. Reape Memorial Award

Dante Moyer

The Coach John H. Wynne, Jr. Lacrosse Award

Christian Feliziani

Girls Lacrosse The motto for The Episcopal Academy girls’ lacrosse team for the 2015 season was “No Day But Today.” At the beginning of the year, the seniors drafted a season mission statement explaining the team slogan, stating: “We will be humbled by this quote knowing that we have been given this opportunity to play. We will be hungry to make the most of the season and realize that there is No Day, But Today.” Throughout the spring, players worked consistently to not only better themselves, but also each of their teammates. As a result of their relentless drive, the 2015 team scored 90 more goals, dished out 41 more assists, picked up 119 more ground balls, and caused 57 more turnovers than the previous season.

During the regular season, the team finished 19-4 by outscoring its opponents on average 12-6; only in the final seconds of play were four opponents able to edge by with just one goal. The heart that went into every minute and every play of each game was truly demonstrated by the entire team’s commitment to living and playing as if there is “No Day But Today.”

SPECIAL AWARDS: The Team of 1983 Girls’ Lacrosse Award

Julia Hondros

The Championship Team of 1995 Girls’ Lacrosse Bowl Jane Crager The Megan McFarland Prize

Lillian Crager

The Ground Ball Award

Jane Crager

The Episcopal Academy Defender Award

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Boys Baseball The 2015 varsity baseball season was one in which the program took a mighty, collective step forward. Improvement was seen across the board in level of play, strength of schedule, and teamwork. The team was led by a dedicated and hardworking senior class and bolstered by an extremely talented nucleus of underclassmen. While playing arguably, the most competitive schedule in the region, these young men showed in each and every contest that they can and will compete with the best. The early part of the season was highlighted by a very successful spring training trip to Florida. The trip was outstanding in many ways, including team building. They played hard, had fun, and improved everyday. The Inter-Ac was extremely competitive again this year. The non-league schedule was stacked as well. In 2015, the team squared off with four nationally ranked opponents, 17 of the top 25 teams in Southeastern PA, the #1 and #2 teams in South Jersey, and the #1 team in Delaware. The success of this season cannot be judged in wins and losses (13-21) but in the effort, dedication, and improvement shown by each member of the team. In this respect, these young men were hugely triumphant in 2015 and the future looks very bright.

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SPECIAL AWARDS: The Eddie Collins Bat, Most Hits

Andrew Lotsis

The Bob Scott Memorial Cup

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The Class of 1914 Gold Baseball

Alex Burman

The Class of 1999 Baseball Award

Austin Morgan

The James W. Straub Memorial Prize

Cameron Van Hoorebeke

Girls Softball The girls’ varsity softball team had a memorable year and was given its earned respect by many opposing teams and leagues. After returning from spring training 8-0, the girls went on to have the highest number of wins in Episcopal softball history. They went 24-4, 11-1 in the league, and defended their league title in the last game of the season by beating Penn Charter, the only team in the league to defeat EA in league play. On top of impressive league play, the girls notched undefeated powerhouse Chichester and a strong Catholic League team, Conwell-Egan, earning high ranks in the Super 7. They faced fierce competition throughout the season and became a stronger and more united team because of it. The team will miss the eight senior staples who helped to develop the program into the reputable program it has become.

SPECIAL AWARDS: The Team of 2000 Softball Award

Taylor Long

Talbot Trophy for Excellence in Softball

Alexandra Viscusi

The EA Gold Softball

Alexandra Viscusi

The EA Golden Glove

Kathryn Ortlieb

Boys & Girls Crew The word for the spring of 2015 was ICE. The first three weeks of water practice were delayed by a tenacious ice flow. The athletes ran and erged and rowed in the tanks. When the temperatures began to rise, the students’ spirits rose and they attacked their practice with a vengeance. This then translated into one of the most successful seasons on record.

Our boys’ varsity four won all of their Manny Flicks, the Philadelphia City Championships, and the Stotesbury Cup Regatta. They also came in second (silver medal) in the Scholastic Rowing Association Championships in Camden, New Jersey. Our girls’ varsity four also went undefeated in the Manny Flicks and won their respective race at the Cities. They followed that with a bronze medal at the Stotesbury Cup Regatta and a fourth place finish at the Scholastics. Our boys’ varsity lightweight four built speed through the season to end with an impressive 4th place at the Scholastics as well.

Most importantly, the JV boats were very strong. EA had a solid girls’ JV four and equally impressive boys’ JV eight who really battled through an impressive field. The novices also had great seasons. The boys’ novice four finished the City Championship with a bronze medal and the girls’ novice eight earned a silver medal in a nail-biter with an area rival. The girls’ and boys’ varsity 4+’s continued their season into June. Both teams earned silver medals at the National Schools Championship Regatta in Fairfax, Virginia.

SPECIAL AWARDS: Boys Crew The E.A. Oar Award

Guillaume Furey

The Scholar Athlete Award

Guillaume Furey

The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize

Nicholas Horbowy

Girls Crew The E.A. Oar Award

Laura Zecca

The Scholar Athlete Award

Leah Yao

The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize

Morgan Lindblad

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Athletic s@E A Boys Track This spring boys’ track season had many individual highlights and even more team accomplishments. All members of the team contributed as they worked consistently and improved steadily. The leadership of the senior captains, Sam Pope and Zahir Caldwell, helped establish a hard-working approach to the season. With a number of talented newcomers, the team progressed as the athletes made themselves better through their efforts. Some individuals gained particular recognition. Sam Pope expanded his repertoire to the 400 meters, winning the event at both Inter-Ac championships (setting a school record) and PAISSA, and placed in the long jump and 200 meters at Inter-Acs. He repeated as triple jump champion at PAISAA, breaking his previous meet record. Dee Barlee (shot put) and Jermaine Rhoden (high jump) medaled at Delcos, Inter-Acs, and PAISAA. Jake Jorgensen (1600 and 3200 meters) medaled at Delcos and Inter-Acs. Episcopal had boys ranked in the top five in Delaware County. Sam Pope was ranked first in the triple jump and second in the 400 meters. Jermaine Rhodin ranked fifth in the high jump. The distance medley team (Zahir Caldwell, Jake Jorgensen, Elias Lindgren, and Jermaine Rhodin) is ranked third. Returning letter winners gave the team some needed depth, and the first year members developed throughout the season and gained valuable experience at the bigger meets that will help the team next season. Overall, it was the efforts of all that made this a successful spring. In the three championship meets, Episcopal finished 6th at Delcos, 4th at Inter-Acs, and 10th at PAISAA.

SPECIAL AWARDS: The Class of 1910 Medal

Samuel Pope

The Scholar Athlete Award

Zahir Caldwell

The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize

Zahir Caldwell

All Delaware County Team (season’s top performers)

Margaux Paolino Alexis Malmberg Tara Boyle

All Inter-Ac Team (Championships Event Winners)

Margaux Paolino (100, 200) Gianna Smith (HJ) Christine McCann (SP)

The Judy Krause Award (Girls MVP of the Inter-Ac Championships)

Margaux Paolino

School Records

Margaux Paolino (200m) Tara Boyle (300m Hurdles)

Girls Track Senior captains Leighann Adelizzi, Gianna Smith, and Tara Boyle are credited with taking on the many challenges that come with being the leaders of a successful girls’ varsity program at Episcopal. A big shout out was given to all of the seniors: Alexis Malmberg, Carla Boyce, Dana Giles, Callie McAvoy, Christine McCann, Katherine Hong, and Tenaya Bailey for their support, focus, and drive toward the big finish. This year marked another page in EA’s most successful era in girls track as the team brought home a third consecutive Inter-Ac title and a runner-up plaque from the PAISAA Finals.

Along the way, there were many other accolades garnered in meets throughout Delaware County. Episcopal medaled at all of the invitationals including: the Colonial Relays, DELCO Relays, and the Kellerman Great Valley Relays (including defending its title in the 1600m Sprint Medley race), and the DELCO Outdoor Championships.

SPECIAL AWARDS:

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The 1995 Girls’ Track Award

Gianna Smith

The Scholar Athlete Award

Katherine Hong

The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize

Tara Boyle

Girls Golf With losing five scorers from last year’s team, EA girls’ golf needed returning players to step up and new golfers to contribute right away. The weather was particularly trying for golf – it was truly a test of grit and resiliency for the players.

Captains, Josie Rider and Sabrina Paolone, provided stellar leadership, excellent team spirit, and helpful insight this year. The team finished 6-2 with a 2nd place finish in the league. The team also broke its low score gross total for its home course. Josie, Sabrina, Bella Echevarria, and Maddie Bacskai represented EA in Individual Championship with Bella finishing 4th and Maddie placing 6th. Next season will see eight returning golfers who have had at least some varsity match experience.

SPECIAL AWARDS: The EA Girls Golf Prize

Gabriela Echevarria

The Mind, Body, and Spirit Prize

Josephine Rider Gabriela Echevarria

Boys Tennis The EA boys’ tennis team enjoyed a strong year. Given the remarkable turnover from last year’s powerhouse team (from which eight top players graduated) the team was fully aware that this was to be a building year. However, from the outset of the season, when the young squad took to the frost covered courts at the end of the endless winter, and battled it out in the Philadelphia Cup tournament, it was clear this was a gang keen on making a name for themselves. Earning a wildcard spot into the main draw, the EA team battled through both the quarters and semis to reach the finals. It was an impressive start. The Inter-Ac league is high powered and the team was pleased to have earned a spot in the top half. As the season progressed, players gained confidence both in terms of honing their racket skills, and competing with the right spirit. Credit was given to captain Woody Nimoityn for his insightful guidance and positive leadership throughout the season. The team was awarded the sportsmanship trophy at the NEMA tournament, confirming that the young squad has already embraced the high standards of conduct that is a hallmark of EA tennis. This is a young and talented group and the future is looking very bright.

SPECIAL AWARDS: The John T. McCullough Cup

James Tang

The George C. Shafer, Jr. Tennis Award

Woodrow Nimoityn

The Scholar Athlete Award

Woodrow Nimoityn

The Sportsmanship Cup, Girls

Christy Palazzese

The Robert Urbani Athletic Service Award Samantha Ciardi

The Sportsmanship Cup, Boys

Michael Hinckley

The David A. DeMoss Memorial Award

Samuel Pope

Locked In Award

The Borkowski Coaching Award

Thomas Greenwood

The Keegan Award

Bill Gallagher Chuck Simmonds Will Gibbs Alan Duprez

This award is given to any senior who has participated on an interscholastic team for all 12 seasons in Upper School.

Leigh Adelizzi Tara Boyle Brian Lucey Catherine Hong Christy Palazesse Alexis Malberg

The Richard Guild Crockett Award

Michael Hinckley

Class of 2015 Shield

Julianne Longen Alex Viscusi

Other Special Awards The Class of 1912 Medal

Kahse Mandarino

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Ar ts@EA EA Celebrates Arts Fest

“do it EA” Inspires Entire School Community

In April, the entire school celebrated Arts Fest, an annual event that commemorates EA’s vibrant visual and performing arts traditions. Beginning with a cookout on the campus green and ending with an ice cream social, the event provided a chance for students to gather, socialize, and appreciate the arts during the school day.

Students of every age enjoyed interactive arts workshops, concerts, and performances. Art teachers developed lessons for students of all ages, from using a green screen in video production to creating colorful flowers out of paper. Between performances and workshops, students browsed art on display throughout campus.

“Arts Fest was an opportune time to appreciate the hard work your peers do throughout the year,” said Bria Dinkins ’17, who is involved in Dance Club, Dance Team, Photography Club and Honors 3D Design. “Our schedules are so packed, so the fact that Arts Fest was built into the school day gave us the time to support our friends in a school setting. It brought our community together.”

This year’s event was a departure from previous years’, as it was the first to include Upper, Middle, and Lower School in one centralized, large-scale celebration. While it took a lot of careful, logistical planning, the time spent to organize the school-wide event was well spent, as this last program will serve as a model for future Arts Fests.

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Last spring, EA was the first school of its kind to host do it, an interactive art exhibit that is based on the international show first created by Swiss curator Hans Ulrich Obrist over 20 years ago. do it challenges observers to create their own unique art based on instructions from some of the world’s most influential artists.

Through a partnership with Independent Curators International (ICI), EA placed this groundbreaking exhibition in the hands of students, teachers, and parents.

And, the outcome was inspiring! There were simply too many performances, productions, exhibits, pop-up events, and expressions of art to count. For example, Art History students leveraged the power of social media to engage with artists and curators from around the world by coordinating a live Twitter discussion about art. The Theater Tech Club created a unique exhibit using students and duct tape. Middle Schoolers interpreted the choreography of a planetary dance, while Upper Schoolers captured the magic of their final performance by producing a video. Students and teachers partnered to host musical performances in the art gallery.

“It was a true community effort, and through it we strengthened our bonds between units, classes, special interests, and talents,” said Crawford Campus Center Gallery Coordinator Susan Coote P ’08 ’09 ’12 ’17. “We made drawings, photos, sculptures, videos, and performance pieces. We enjoyed live music and recorded sound pieces.” do it EA transcended traditional art and expanded beyond the bounds of Episcopal’s campus, as well. Students partnered with schools in Philadelphia, Ethiopia, and Japan and connected with curators from around the world. Art was submitted in classrooms, in the Gallery, and even through a student-created website.

“This exhibit ties into the philosophy of our gallery, using this space as a collaborative lab to connect and make connections through the arts as an inclusive and intellectual pursuit and to be shared and discovered by the community at large. The do it show made this a reality,” explained EA Visual Arts Department Chair, David Sigel.

The culmination of the six-week-long exhibit took place in April with a day full of celebrations, performances, mini-exhibits, and more. The Crawford Campus Center was abuzz with activity. EA Science teacher Steve Kerwin, donning a bright orange lei and matching glasses, entered the Crawford Campus Center Gallery and began playing the piano. Then, Kory Shore ’15 joined in on his guitar.

As this impromptu jam session wrapped up, rhythmic and choreographed clapping could be heard as Middle Schoolers filed up the steps toward the gallery in its planned walking exhibit. And, as the day wore on, the do it wrap party continued.

Dora Khayatt Art Awards Announced Chair of Visual Arts David Sigel and

Middle School and Upper School art teacher Hilary Hutchison presented the 2015 Dora Khayatt Visual Art Awards on Wednesday, April 29, in the Crawford Campus Center Gallery.

Established in 1990, in memory of Dora Khayatt, artist and wife of the late John Plant, former Chairman of EA’s Classic Department, the Dora Khayatt fund provides annual support for student awards for excellence in the fine arts and music.

The 2015 Dora Khayatt Visual Art Award Winners: 2-D Category: 1st place: Eunice Ju 2nd place: Samuel Pope 3rd place: Lizzie King 3-D Category: 1st Place: Leigh Lacy 2nd Place: Drew Hopkins 3rd Place: Brooke Baxter Media/Photography Category: 1st Place: Melanie Kovacs 2nd Place: Maggie Mengel 3rd Place: Adelyn Anderson Also, Gianna Smith was awarded EA’s inaugural Film Festival prize for her six-minute short film, “African Drumming and Dancing: An Ever-Evolving Marriage.”

EA’s Performers Dazzle Audiences EA’s talented thespians continued to wow sold out crowds with our spring season productions.

EA’s Middle School Harlequin Club treated its audience to a highly unique interactive and immersive experience through its performance of Alice in Wonderland. Instead of sitting in a theater and watching a performance up on the stage, audience members accompanied Alice on her journey through Wonderland by following Alice from room to room in the Crawford Campus Center.

Pictured from left to right: Drew Hopkins, Adelyn Anderson, Lizzie King, Eunice Ju, Maggie Mengel, Brooke Baxter, Leigh Lacy, Melanie Kovacs, and Samuel Pope.

EA’s Upper School Domino Club invited its audience to the lush green hills of Austria in its impressive performance of The Sound of Music. Emma Smith ’15 played Maria who wins the hearts of seven children and their stern father by introducing them to the wonders of life and the joy of music during the eve of World War II. The audience members couldn’t help but to tap their feet and hum along during EA’s presentation of this Rogers and Hammerstein beloved classic!

EA’s 5th Graders treated parents and other students to an exciting performance of Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life Adventures. As summer ended in the small town of Watertower, the children did not want to be back in school and were already bored. Until, that is, Gooney Bird Greene showed up in her pajamas and cowboy boots!

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Events@E A Board Chair, Edward H. Vick, Jr. ’62, Urges Students to Serve, Sacrifice, and Live Outside “The Wire”

Edward H. Vick ’62 a Vietnam War veteran, who is now the chairman of Episcopal Academy’s Board of Trustees, gave a passionate and thought-provoking Memorial Day Chapel speech to Upper School students in May. A highly decorated veteran, who went on to become the worldwide CEO and chairman of the iconic Madison Avenue advertising agency Young & Rubicam, Vick centered his talk around two simple concepts. The first focused on the concept of service and sacrifice. The second, the concept of “the wire.”

To illustrate “the wire,” Vick began by recalling his service to his country as a commander of small river patrol boats in South Vietnam. At the time, Vick lived in the Tra Cu base camp, which was completely surrounded by barbed wire. He explained, “Inside that barbed wire, we were relatively safe. Outside the wire, you were never safe. But it is only outside the wire where you can accomplish anything.”

Vick mesmerized the audience with a story of when one of his patrol boats was hit by enemy fire and began to sink. “We were going to die. All of us,” recalled Vick. “But we didn’t die. Whether it was God or luck or skill I don’t know, and it doesn’t really matter.”

“Our cover boat came alongside and, with bullets flying everywhere, we gathered the weapons that we could carry, and our flag, and we jumped onto that boat.” Vick pointed out that every-

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one on the boat was a volunteer, young people who had signed up to serve their country and they risked their lives to do so.

“In my mind, it all comes back to two words: service and sacrifice,” said Vick, “And to a simple concept to which the American military and, I hope, America at large subscribes. The American military is a reflection of America. We are a country of people who instinctively, intuitively, always want to move forward.”

Vick closed his remarks by returning to his two main themes. He urged Upper School students to live outside of “the wire” and to seek out opportunities to serve their country and community.

“The wire is, of course, a metaphor for life at home that is comfortable and safe. But in Vietnam, in the military, and in life, nothing gets accomplished inside the wire. Only when we stand up and step forward does anything good get done. Only when we move outside the wire, outside what is comfortable, only then can we move forward. Only then can we make ourselves and our country a better place.”

Vick concluded by telling students, “Opportunities to serve and sacrifice lie all around you. And I submit nothing will make you feel so good about yourself as a little service and a little sacrifice, somewhere outside the wire.”

Congratulations to the Class of 2015!

The Episcopal Academy graduated 126 seniors at its 230th Commencement exercises on Thursday, June 4 in the Class of 1944 Chapel. During the ceremony, many students were recognized for their accomplishments and congratulated for their success. The featured speakers were valedictorian Woody Nimoityn and salutatorian Amanda Paolino.

During the ceremony, Dr. T.J. Locke, the Greville Haslam Head of School, described the Class of 2015 as interesting, smart, worldly, and genuinely kind.

“You understand the importance of community. You value the beautiful diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences. You care about each other, and you enjoy life,” said Locke. “I will miss your energy and your excellence in all aspects of school life. Tonight you graduate. Some of you will stay close to home, and some of you will move very far away. But there will always be something binding you together. You will always have EA in your blood.”

Class of 2015 Awards Sportsmanship Cup–Girls: Christy Palazzese James L. Crawford, Jr. Sportsmanship Cup–Boys: Michael Hinckley 1992 Junto Officers’ Award: Courtney Carpinello Vincent R. Michael Memorial Prize: Maximilian Ott The Episcopal Academy Art Prize: Eunice Ju Erwin W. Drexel Prize: Zahir Caldwell and Samuel Hole Francis L. Jackson, Jr. Prize: Molly McCarthy Alumni Prize for Highest Standing in English: Katherine Hong Alumni Prize for Highest Standing in Mathematics: Alexander Picariello Alumni Prize for Highest Standing in French: Samuel Niu Alumni Prize for Highest Standing in Latin: Samuel Niu Dorothy and Alan Hume ‘44 Scientia Medal: Katherine Hong E. Lance Cave Award: Reilly Dugery Karen and Nikos Pharasles Greek Prize: Perry Avgerinos William Jonathan Davis, Jr. Memorial Prize: Eunice Ju Class of 1890 Prize for Best Religion Essay: William Crager IV Class of 1966 Curtis R. York Memorial Music Prize: Emma Smith (vocal) Class of 1966 Curtis R. York Memorial Music Prize: John Minicozzi (instrumental) James H. McK. Quinn Prize: Sophie Walker Phi Beta Kappa Award: Katherine Hong Jefferson Shiel Prize: Hannah Harrity William H. Ortlepp Memorial Prize: Woody Nimoityn James B. Markoe Memorial Award: Woody Nimoityn Class of 1877 Award for Scholarship/Character/Athletics: Katherine Hong F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 1 5 / / 33

Events@E A Hirtle Summer Program Continues To Grow This summer, Episcopal Academy welcomed more

than 100 teachers from across 24 schools to its annual Hirtle Summer Program for Innovative Schools. The Hirtle Summer Program for Innovative Schools provides opportunities for teachers and school leaders to come together to explore ways to transform learning spaces into dynamic, interactive learning communities.

Each year, the program offers a myriad of workshops for educators who are interested in growing their skills, connecting with colleagues who share the same passion for excellence in teaching, and exploring innovative educational topics. This year’s program offered four robust, multi-day workshops including: Best Practices of Writing Instruction, Exeter Mathematics Institute, EA Innovates, and Blended Learning.

“Sometimes it can be difficult to find time to innovate in our classrooms and focus on really digging deeply into new ideas during the hustle and bustle of the school year,” says Dr. Catherine Hall, Episcopal’s assistant head of school. “We strive to offer the time and space in the summer for teachers to collaborate, exchange ideas, and explore ways of elevating our teaching practices and creating dynamic learning environments for our students.”

EA is committed to further expanding course offerings in the future. A future goal is to also identify potential scholarship partners to help make the program available to educators whose schools may face budgetary constraints.

The Year of the Goat: EA Celebrates the Chinese New Year Draped with traditional red lanterns and colorful Chinese umbrellas and couplets, the Main Stage Theater in the Crawford Campus Center served as the perfect backdrop to ring in the Chinese New Year and The Year of the Goat.

Dancers and musicians from the Philadelphia-area Chinese community wowed the crowd with colorful Chinese dance and traditional music. One of the highlights was a solo on a two-stringed Chinese instrument called an erhu.

Middle and Upper School Mandarin students also participated in the first school-wide Chinese New Year celebration with songs, dance, storytelling, and two short plays.

Genevieve McCormick ’15 and Brian Seam ’16 emceed the event.

Seam was pleased for EA’s Chinese students to be in the spotlight saying, “It is great that we could establish a special event focusing on the Chinese program.”

The event was organized by EA’s Chinese Club and teachers Dr. Wei Yang and Jie Cai. Dr. Yang looks forward to making the celebration of the Chinese New Year at EA an annual tradition saying, “The event gave our students a platform to demonstrate their linguistic, cultural, and musical talents.”

People born in The Year of the Goat are generally thought to be gentile and mild-mannered. They also tend to be honest, creative, and have strong inner-resilience. Birth years include: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, and 2003.

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Legendary Civil Rights Activist Joan Trumpauer Mulholland “Now it’s your turn to go out and change the world!”

It is a hefty charge but Episcopal Academy students of all ages sat with rapt attention as civil rights activist Joan Trumpauer Mulholland explained what prompted her, at a very early age, to go out and help change the world in the 1960’s.

Mulholland and author Mike O’Brien spent a jam-packed day on campus on Thursday, April 9.

Mulholland’s life is chronicled in the documentary, An Ordinary Hero, directed by her son Loki Mulholland. O’Brien documents Mulholland’s involvement with the May 1963 Jackson Woolworth Sit-in in his book We Shall Not Be Moved.

The duo began their day meeting with fourth and fifth graders.

Mulholland explained she was close to their age, ten, when the seed of inequality and the need to do something about it was first planted.

Mulholland recounted visiting her grandmother in rural segregated Georgia in the 1950’s. She and a friend dared each other to take a walk through what was then-called “the colored” area. Mulholland shared with students the eerie feeling of walking down the dirt road as faces appeared in windows and doorways and then vanished as the two white girls walked by. Mulholland described the conditions and poverty as “devastating.” Mulholland explained, “Seeing the shack that was the school, no paint, a pot belly stove, one outhouse, and a hand pump for water and comparing that to the white school, that really pinpointed it for me.”

Nine years later, as a college student, Joan Mulholland joined the Civil Rights movement peacefully protesting in demonstrations like the notorious Woolworth’s lunch counter sit-in and Freedom Summer.

O’Brien first met Mulholland in 1977 and calls her “a national treasure.”

The pair shared photos and a 1963 Woolworth menu with students when a banana split cost just thirty-nine cents.

When asked by a fifth grader, “Did your mom get mad at you?”

Mulholland replied, “Yes, my mother was from Georgia and was totally against it. She was horrified. She thought I had been swept up by a cult.” All financial and moral support was cut off by her family, except for occasional money to travel home. “My father, who was from southwest Iowa, approved of the goals but felt the laws needed to be changed from the top.”

During a joint Middle and Upper School Chapel, students viewed powerful excerpts from An Ordinary Hero and heard in detail about Mulholland’s experience at the Woolworth counter as mustard, ketchup, and sugar were poured over her head. When a student asked, “Why didn’t you leave?” She explained, “Because it was safer to stay at the counter. We were going to be there as long as we needed to be.” The incident ended when the President of the historically black Tugaloo College, where Mulholland was enrolled, met with Woolworth management and the store was closed for the day.

O’Brien recalled Mulholland’s five arrests and her two months in the dangerous and dreaded Parchman State Prison in Mississippi.

Crammed four to a cell, the protestors were held just down the hall from death row. Mulholland told Middle School students during a breakout session “You knew it was for a purpose. They put us near death row to intimidate us.”

Throughout the day, O’Brien and Mulholland urged students to ask questions and find the courage to do what’s right. “When you do something to make the world better, you don’t know how big the ripple effect will be,” urged Mulholland. “Now it’s your turn to go out and change the world!”

Mulholland and O’Brien’s day on campus was generously underwritten by Dr. and Mrs. Robert Corrato P ’21 ’22.

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OnCampus@EA Bella Echevarria ’16 & Nina Pagano ’16 Prevail in Prestigious MacBean Bowl The topics were rigorous and the competition was tough. After three intense rounds of debate, Bella Echevarria and Nina Pagano were selected as the winners of the coveted MacBean Bowl debate competition.

Eight teams debated their way through the first round, which focused on the topic of whether African-Americans should boycott white-owned businesses.

Four teams advanced to the next round where students addressed parental responsibilities regarding minors consuming alcohol on their property.

Reverend Squire Announces Retirement The duo of Echevarria and Pagano then faced the team of Connor Howlin ’15, Woody Nimoityn ’15, and Cooper Stouch ’15 in the third and final round. The students tackled the topic of all-female colleges and students who undergo gender reassignment while students at the school. The question under consideration? Whether those students should be dismissed.

Junto faculty advisors, Upper School teachers Jen Maier and Kris Aldridge, were impressed with the competition.

Aldridge observed, “This year’s winners, Bella Echevarria and Nina Pagano, were particularly adept at consistently nudging the debate back to their stronger arguments. For them to win, they had to convince the judges that all-female schools not only uphold their own policies by excluding people who have transitioned to male but are more respectful of individual choice as a result. Bella and Nina cleverly argued that transgendered males have taken affirmative steps regarding their gender, and it is only fit that colleges and universities respect that choice by excluding them from a student body that has chosen to attend an all-female school.“ The Douglas N. MacBean Bowl is the Upper School’s annual premier debate of the year. Winners names are engraved on the bowl that is on display in the Annenberg Library.

All three rounds of the competition are judged by EA alumni who were members of the Junto debate club. This year’s judges included Dean Avgerinos ’13, Connor Boyle ’13, Julia Fay ’13, Rohan Gulati ’13, Matt London ’13, Shreya Reddy ’13, and Anthony Thai ’13.

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Reverend James Squire, Hon., first

dreamed of attending EA after meeting an Episcopal Academy student at a church camp as a young boy.

“He played sports, loved his classes, particularly the classics, and was the embodiment of kindness and respect for others,” wrote Squire in a letter to the Episcopal Academy Board of Trustees. “I left that camp experience wanting to be like him! It was my dream to go to EA! “ Though he would never attend the school as a student, Rev. Squire’s dream came alive when he was called to become Episcopal’s Chaplain in 1978. Now, nearly 40 years later, Rev. Squire has announced his plans to retire at the end of the 20152016 academic year. The decision was made hand in hand with his wife, Vicki, who Squire credits with teaching him about, “putting others first, courage, and that life is either to be enjoyed or learned from.”

Rev. Squire has touched countless lives at EA. Aside from his memorable words in Chapel, he has also provided spiritual counsel, performed christenings and marriages, and, for some members of the EA community, final blessings. The EA community looks forward to celebrating Rev. Squire’s legacy this year and honoring his tremendous service.

100 Percent Graduation Rate for Episcopal Academy Students & Seeing Eye Dogs Most schools do not permit dogs on campus. But, EA isn’t like most schools! Today, two four-footed, furry students routinely attend Chapel and library, navigate crowded hallways, mingle with students, and sneak in a nap or two during the school day.

Since 2008, EA has trained eight puppies through The Seeing Eye, a program that trains and provides guide dogs to the visually impaired. EA’s newest pup is a black Labrador named Kyla. Kyla can be found palling around with Director of Community Outreach and Service Learning Susan Swanson. Arthur, a large yellow Labrador, holds court in the freshman lounge under the supervision of Form Dean Cheryl McLauchlan.

Celebrating 10 Years of Outward Bound Program With their hiking boots, backpacks, and rain gear in tow, this

year’s freshman class helped EA celebrate our 10th anniversary of partnership with the North Carolina Outward Bound School. Each year, students travel to North Carolina and maneuver a specially-designed course in Pisgah National Forest. During the five-day excursion, students hike, rock-climb, and conquer the rigors of the wilderness.

The goal of the program is to help students learn how to confidently step outside of their comfort zone and to learn important life-skills, such as leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork. This decade-long tradition also provides the perfect setting for bonding and team building as students begin their high school journey.

“Outward Bound is a wonderful way to start freshman year,” explained Cheryl McLauchlan, Dean of the Class of 2019. “When you have new students feel excited about the new friends they have made before the year has started, you know a program is having the desired outcome.”

The dogs have a calming effect on everyone: students, teachers, and staff. Kids nestle the pups with hugs and get lots of kisses in return.

The pups, while under a year old, are happy, well-behaved, and sociable. They often sprawl out on the floor of the Chapel and let out an occasional yawn. Students crack a smile but seem unfazed. Luckily, EA’s chaplains are all dog lovers.

It is important for a Seeing Eye pup to be exposed to all kinds of situations. EA has proven to be an excellent facility for training. While the average graduation rate for Seeing Eye pups is 60%, all of EA-trained pups have passed their tests with flying colors, allowing EA to boast a 100% graduation rate!

After a year to 15 months on campus, the dogs leave Episcopal to undergo more training and then start their new job navigating the world for someone who cannot see. While it’s always hard to say goodbye, it brings EA’s faculty, staff and students solace to know that our little furry friends will soon be helping someone in need.

The rain they faced this year didn’t dampen their spirits, and everyone successfully made it to the summit. Upon arriving home, many students described their experience as amazing and transformational.

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OnCampus@EA Faculty and Staff Honored At the end of the 2014-2015 school year, EA faculty and staff members gathered to

celebrate a successful year. During the dinner, many heartfelt toasts were delivered to honor those retiring including — Bill Gallagher, Hank Albrycht, Sue Rubin, Carol Tassoni, and Ellen Young. In addition, the winners of EA’s annual faculty awards were announced.

Bishop William White Award 2015 winner: Sue Rubin Congratulations to our retirees who were also honored by the EAPA during its annual Spring Luncheon. Pictured from left to right: Hank Albrycht, Ellen Young, Sue Rubin, and Carol Tassoni (not pictured: Bill Gallagher). We will miss you all!

This award is presented to “an effective and dedicated member of the faculty whose influence on the education and growth of students extends beyond the classroom subject” and who has been a member of the faculty for a minimum of three years.

Class of 1940 Award 2015 winners: Dan Clay and Jen Lutz This award honors teachers who have devoted their lives to the school and who have, in the opinion of their colleagues, made a significant impact on EA students and who stimulated student interest in academics, athletics, and activities.

Hirtle Innovation Prize 2015 winner: Adam Lavallee Established in 2012 by the Hirtle family, this award recognizes a faculy member or group of faculty who exemplify best practices in innovative teaching and who is/are driven to create more innovative curricula and programming.

Brian Edward Breskman ’06 Memorial Award 2015 winners: Chris Chung and Gina Tomkowich Established in 2007 in memory of Brian Edward Breskman ’06, this fund pays tribute to the many outstanding teachers, coaches, and mentors at EA. It is presented each year to one or more promising members of the faculty who have demonstrated excellence.

Honorary Alumni (Celebrating 10 Years at EA) Ryan Dankanich Lauren Golden Alan Duprez Fran McLaughlin Bill Gallagher Doug Parsons Mary Gallagher Catherine Pearn Celebrating 25 Years at EA Chuck Bryant Alex Pearson Alison Keffer Anne Ravreby

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coaching young people was the best job in the world. I continue to consult and write in athletics. Bun continues to volunteer everywhere to make a dent in improving our society.

Here we are at a Valentine Luncheon at the Raleigh Concert Hall playing the music from Casablanca. Our very best to the best.”

Dick and Bunny

Three alumni; Julia Clark ’07, Christina Clark ’06, and Sam Clark ’07 and a trio of current heads of school; Geoff Wagg, Hon., Waynflete School, Ham Clark, Hon., American Community School at Beirut, Bessie Speers, Tower Hill School, on Martha’s Vineyard for Christina’s engagement party.

Dick Borkowski, Hon. writes: “We are very well living near grandkids in Cary, NC. Our community can only be described as an adult EA Day Camp! Lots of activities and events. I can’t believe I am 80. I am celebrating by doing 80 miles of biking, walking, swimming, treadmill, tap dancing and more biking. I still feel like a kid with stuff to do and am trying to keep up with the lady I am presently living with—Bunny, for the last 57 years!

We hope our schedule is such that we can get back to EA. A special place for both of us. Teaching and

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Save the Date 75th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016

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Hughes Cauffmann with his nephew George Boyd ’54 and Sandra Boyd at Alumni Weekend 2015.

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On May 3, Alan Lukens returned to Dachau to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the camp’s liberation. At a ceremony featuring German Chancellor Angela Merkel and several dozen survivors, Alan spoke on behalf of the liberators, reflecting on the Dachau Memorial’s motto, written in French, German, and Russian: “Never Again.” He told the audience that Dachau has gone “from a symbol of infamy to one of hope for the future.”

Save the Date 70th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Don Cooper reports: “Little to report of note; my wife Paula and I are still enjoying life here in southern Arizona. Lots of golf, hiking, some involvement in the local art scene. Planning a couple of months in a beach cottage in RI, plus our now annual (this will be our fourth) week-long trip for ten of us, kids and grandkids, at a dude ranch. Prior ones have been here in the west, but this year, North Carolina, near Asheville. I am in touch by phone periodically with Winky Bennett, and do get to see Sandy Greer about once a year. Very sad at the recent death of Hap Aller, with whom I had kept contact over the years.

I guess it’s that time of life. Best wishes.”

Price Heppe writes: “I have a daughter Elizabeth living in Cochranville, PA, and a son Price Jr, living in Kentucky. Both have made me a great grandfather. I recently was in touch with classmate David Forrest, who has lived with his wife Mary Lou, in Southern Pines NC, for a number of years.

Before he left this area he started wood carving as a hobby and has pursued that hobby ever since. His work is quite spectacular. His twin brother Bill lives in Devon and we see Bill and his wife Patsy several times a year. As for myself I do landscape painting as a hobby and belong to the Wayne Art Center.”

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Bayard Fox writes “Here is a picture of my wife, Mel, and I on one of our rides in Morocco in April 2015. These are two Arab stallions.

John Hume completed his last forensic evaluation and retired December 31, 2014. He lives with deer, bears, and groundhogs in Perry County, PA. Dick Henderson maintains a milkweed patch for the benefit of monarch butterflies. Lee Haslam grows insect eating plants. Woozy Supplee attended an all Vivaldi concert.

1948 Class Agent: Dick Schneider Edwin Sumner writes: “My wife Carol and I live at Heath Village, in Hackettstown, NJ. We are both active in Episcopal services in Faith Chapel here. I sometimes celebrate the Holy Eucharist, and she assists. We have an active congregation of twenty Episcopalians. It is enjoyable, fulfilling work.

Best regards to all.”

Howard Wright tells us: “Here is a picture in March 2015, on Shawnee Peak, Bridgton, ME. My son, grandchildren, daughter-inlaw, Dee and me. I sat on top of this mountain back in ’43, looking for German Bombers, eating dehydrated bananas and cooking over an open fire powdered eggs into “scrambles.” We kids were the early warning defense back then!”

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Our class was given the earlier (prior to the weekend) chance to respond to letters written by third grade students. At Alumni weekend, we were given the opportunity to meet our student pen pals. It enabled us to gain further insights into the fine experiences given the students by EA.

Class of 1950, 65th Reunion Reflections by John B. Rettew, III Our Class’ 65th celebration culminated with our fine Alumni It could not have been a more Luncheon joined by T.J. Locke beautiful May weekend for our where we had the opportunity to Class’ 65th reunion at our Newcatch up with what was happening town Square campus. It brought as we journey through the “more back memories of an earlier mature” years of our lives. We left day when our Classmate Dave looking forward to our traditional Crockett, among others, had a November “reunion”. We have held great part in our locating the new this every year since our 50th. campus and ultimately a great effort in developing the funds for building an Episcopal Academy school that sets the pace in educating today’s youth and those of the future to make a difference in an ever challenging world.

Great to see at our “65th” were: Walter Heppenstall, Ed and Anne Pringle, John and Ellie Rettew, Al and Leslie Schaefer, Markley Schellenger and his son, Markley (head of the Radnor Twp. School System), Mike Shouvlin, Harold and Emily Starr, John Healey and Trudy were to join us but could not at the last minute. We had heard that Jack Kistler was unable to come as he was going to Maine.

Walt Heppenstall with his 3rd Spencer Ervin sent a nice note grade pen pal. expressing his regrets as did Dick Hiers. George and Betty Swan 1951 also regretted.

Class Agent Needed At the traditional Alumni Worship Save the Date Service in the Class of ’44 Chapel, 65th Reunion Ms. Clemmie Engle ’65, delivered April 29 & 30, 2016 a fine message recounting her life experiences since graduating 50 Dave Acton sends his news: “The years earlier as class Valedictorian.

Military Order of Foreign Wars Closing the service was the tradiof the United States, founded in tional hymn “Come Labor On!” 1894, has named David Acton The morning activities were kicked Commander of the PA Commandery. The mission of the Order is to off by Head of School T.J. Locke support the leadership capabiliintroducing us to an interesting ties of young veterans, the training presentation on a new concept of a “JTerm” program. It is a program of Armed Forces in leadership, and to make younger generabuilt upon various projects that tions aware of the rich history expose the students to unique and deeds of the military in the opportunities to foster skills and leadership outside of the traditional founding of our Country. An arbitrator and mediator for the past school class work.

25 years, Mr. Acton specializes in the resolution of a wide range of commercial and construction disputes. He served for two years as an officer on active sea duty in the U.S. Navy (1955-1957), between attending Yale University, B.A. in English in 1955, and the University of Pennsylvania Law School, J.D. in 1960. Mr. Acton’s board service, past and present, includes the Museum of the American Revolution, the Chilton Company, the Merion Cricket Club, and the Alumni Society of the Episcopal Academy. He served for fifteen years as Secretary (President) of the Yale Class of 1955. Dave took over for Fred Tucker who had been Commander of the PA Commandery for two years.”

1952 Class Agent: Craig TenBroeck

Lin Knight tells of traveling plans: “Ann and I have just sold our house in Portland and are ’homeless’ taking a two or three month road trip around the U.S. We plan eventually to rent an apartment back in San Francisco, where we lived for many years. This photo was taken at friends’ home in Arizona. Today, May 12, we are in Shamrock, TX, on our way to the Ozarks in Arkansas, a state neither of us has ever been to. We plan

to be in the Philadelphia area in a month or so, and hope to get out to see the new EA campus for the first time. We’ll visit my sister in Philadelphia, then head up to New Haven to see some old Whiffenpoof buddies. Then back across the northern tier of states, through our old home in Jackson Hole, and on to SFO. It’s one of those ’bucket things’, and since we are both healthy and still like each other we’re just doing’ it! Blessings to all.”

Jim Siegel writes: “Not much to report for the Class of ’52. Barry Plotts recently broke his ankle and is in a rehab center in Flagler Beach, Florida. Bob and Joanne Gerhardt moved to a new home in Orange City, Florida. Bob keeps busy as the volunteer food director. Jim and Pat Siegel have returned from Florida and are very pleased that their great-grandson Liam has applied to Episcopal to enter in the fourth grade.”

Louise Haegerstrom Taylor (Bill’s widow) writes: “Finally, we had a wonderful funeral at Arlington for William Taylor. It was full highest honors with music, taps, the black stallion with the boots turned backwards, and gun salute. It was family only. Very emotional, especially as he actually died six months ago. He will always live in my heart.”

Bill Wheeler writes: “No exciting news from Washington State.

Bette and I are enjoying retirement in Yakima during the winter and at Lake Chelan for the summer.

Grandkids enjoy the lake, water skiing, fishing and ’hanging out’.

Bette and I did enjoy the winter quarter at the University of Washington, taking Philosophy, The Israel-Arab Conflict, The history of the middle-east and the history of Rome. Great as we didn’t have to take the tests or write the papers although we were right in there with the regular students.

If any of the class happen to be in the great state of Washington, give a call.”

1953 Class Agent: Lynne Graburn Dick Behr writes: “We had another grandchild graduate from West Chester University in May 2015.

His major was sports medicine and is now thinking of graduate school. Our second great-grandchild was born October 2014, another boy. Our first one is now almost four years old. Most of our family lives within an hour’s drive, so we are fortunate. We visited another grandson (we have nine) at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA this spring. It is a beautiful campus. He will graduate in 2016. We will spend our summer at our condo in Cape May, NJ—our 20th year there.”

Bruce Watson writes: “Four of us from the class of ’53 attended Ken Clark’s beautiful and well attended Memorial service on October 4, 2014. Pete and Jean Duncan, Kirk and Gisela Hall, Lynn Graburn and I. After the service, all but the Duncans repaired to McSheas in downtown Narberth for a delightful lunch and much animated chat.”

1954 Class Agent: Bill Sykes Please send us your news and notes!

1955 Class Agent: David McMullin Class of ’55 60th Reunion Wrap-up by Dick Bond Sixteen classmates (of some 58 pictured in the 1955 Tabula)— Messrs. Bitler, Bond, Colley, Haab, Jackson, Lerch, Lloyd, Lukens, McMullin, Pinheiro, Robb, Roselle, Sykes, Weaver, West and Whitridge—managed to make it back for our 60th reunion May 1-2. We celebrated with dinners at the Merion Cricket Club and on campus sandwiched around various Saturday afternoon activities. One highlight of the latter was a meeting with third graders with whom we’d exchanged letters. A glance around the room brought home the striking impact of co-education and diversity ef-

forts at EA. Another big difference: a cafeteria buffet rivalling commercial spreads. All in all, a great experience. We’ll just have to do a repeat in five years!

Henry Winsor reports: “I have retired and am living on Willisbrook Farm in Sugartown, PA, at the end of a 1,000 foot lane in a remote farm house. I have a home an hour north of Auckland in New Zealand where I spend four months a year.

My daughter Lisa Lowndes and her two children, Max, a Sophomore rower at Brown and Kristina, 17 a senior in HS. Also my son Henry, is married to a Kiwi, and has Hannah age five.

Here in the US my daughter Bibbi Hotaling is married to Bruce and living in Wayne, PA, with her two sons, Samuel at University of VT, and Erik at University of Colorado in Boulder. I retired from Legg Mason some 12 years ago after 40 years as a financial advisor.

I have been blessed with good health. Just had two knees replaced after a lifetime of squash, tennis, skiing, climbing, hiking, riding out west at Darwin Ranch, and motorcycling. Particular joys for me have been dressing as the Easter Bunny for 25 years, and singing with the Orpheus Club for the last 50 years.

I think I left Episcopal in 1953 to go to St. Mark’s in MA. I missed my classmates very much and look forward to reunions and becoming more active with old friends.”

Roland Whitridge reports: “I have been retired since December 31, 1999. I was the Former Sr. VP and Director of David L. Babson and Co., Inc., Investment Counsel.

. Founding Manager of Babson Value Fund, which grew to $ 2 billion, before I retired. I reside in Florida from Halloween to Memorial Day. The remainder of the year I live in New Hampshire. Good golf courses in both locations. Contact me if you are going to be near Hobe Sound, FL or Melvin Village, NH and would like to play.”

Fred Haab, Dick Bond, Dana Lerch and Dave Robb with their 3rd grade pen pals.

Walter Buckley writes: “My granddaughter Alexa ’10, just graduated from Harvard, and will open her shoe manufacturing / retail business on May 15, 2015, in NYC. She is partnering with a close friend from Harvard both of whom turned down offers from well-known corporations. Son Bobby has just started his new investment management company in NYC with a good friend from his high school days at Lawrenceville.

Daughter Alexandra’s health food business is now in its third year and really gaining traction. She just concluded significant new business deals with Target and Kroger.

Finally, grandson Dutch Buckley ’14 is off to Williams in the fall. Hopefully, the three startups will keep me in threads for a few more years! PS we are up to nine grandchildren with number ten days away.”

David Robb reports: “I was at EA’s alumni weekend for the first time in May and gave a talk about early maps and seals to the third grade class. I just published an article about the first map of Alabama.”

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Cla s s Notes 1956 Class Agent: Bill Rapp

Save the Date 60th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Roger Colley announces: “the release of my second novel in my trilogy concerning issues of national importance. The first story is about an abrupt global warming with the message that “science is never done.” The book, A Truthful Myth is currently in the EA library.

The second just published, In Three Days, is about a 9/11 attack on America with a modified Ebola virus which can be spread airborne. While an action/thriller, its greater message is that our nation must speed up the discovery and approval of vaccines and antivirals to combat this and other deadly pathogens. See my website truthfulmyths.com for more information.”

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very well as we enjoy the limitless social, recreational and educational opportunities available in big cities. Fortunately, we found a small church which has become the center of our faith and social life. Additionally, Atlanta is just 2 and 1/2 hours from our home in Cashiers, NC, where we now reside from June through October.

The real focus of our attention is our children and grandchildren.

Convenient proximity to the Atlanta airport facilitates frequent flights to NYC and LA as we have two children in each city along with our four wonderful grandchildren.

We anticipate all will visit us in the mountains this summer and it’s unusual if we don’t visit one of our kids at least every other month.

We continue to travel abroad at least once each year.

Writing Conference in Gunnison, Colorado, and on July 23rd Bruce will be interviewed for an hour about his teaching and poetry by Professor David Rothman, the Director of the Conference. Bonnie will accompany him to the Conference, and they will use the opportunity to scout the area for a week or two. For much more detailed information about the Conference, this first-time award (the only one of its kind in the country, according to Professor Rothman), and Bruce’s work as a writer and as a teacher of literature and creative writing, google the Writing The Rockies Conference, or try this shortcut: http://goo.gl/ dxZWfq.”

1958 Class Agent: Bob Bishop

Melissa and I are in good health and feel deeply grateful for all we have. I wish all my classmates the best.”

Class Agents: John Clendenning and Howard Morgan

importantly, retirement has kept him in the game—and winning.

Jay Davis reports: “Susan Nelson and I are going on a Windstar cruise from Istanbul to several Greek Isles and ending in Athens in the middle of September 2015.”

1959 Class Agent Needed Bix Bush writes: “About the only thing that is different with me is that I was inducted into the Delaware Basketball Hall of Fame in March of this year as a coach, not a player. My son Rick is an Athletic Director in Baltimore and one of the top high school basketball officials. Daughter Nari teaches and coaches in New Hampshire, while my other daughter, Kelly, teaches and coaches in Delaware.

Wife Lee is busy taking care of grandchildren, of which there are 8. Most of them are involved in athletics at one level or another so nothing much has changed.”

1960 Class Agent: Maurice Heckscher Class of ’60 55th Reunion wrap-up by Maurice Heckscher

Bob Reed writes: “Since my last written communique to my classmates, in anticipation of our 50th reunion, my life has followed a rather predictable course. Sometime in mid ’08, I decided to hang up my shovel and boots and retire from the real estate development business. The necessity of an appointment book, which I continue to carry to Melissa’s chagrin, now contains few entries other than doctor appointments, haircuts, tennis/golf dates and our social commitments.

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John Clendenning writes: “Toby Rankin hosted a golf outing at the WeeBurn Golf Club in Darien, CT on May 27, 2015. Picture of me, with Geoff Worden, Charlie Grigg and Toby Rankin the wonderful foursome. A great day of golf was enjoyed by all and we are all amazed at how low our golfing skills had fallen in just one year. We finished out the day with a wonderful dinner prepared by Toby’s wife, Lucy, and are looking forward to next year somewhere on the east coast.”

Bruce Bennett reports about an award he will be receiving: “Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Creative Writing. The award will be presented on July 22nd at the Writing The Rockies Creative

A press release about Jim Zug: Meet James W. Zug, “Jim” to his friends. A striking, 6 foot 2”, lean and athletic figure, Jim is retired and lives at Beaumont at Bryn Mawr. On March 1st he also won his 21st national squash title at the Merion Cricket Club. At age 74, he just slammed a hardball into the whole retirement myth.

“I moved to Beaumont two and a half years ago and thought I would be the only squash enthusiast on campus,” says Jim with a smile. “I was amazed and very pleased to find Carter Fergusson there, who played in 62 consecutive National Singles championships, as well as John Hentz ’48, a four-time National Doubles champion.”

For Jim, retirement has put him in the company of like-minded, young-at-heart seniors. But more

The class of 1960 had a superb 55th reunion! Sixteen of us made it and all but Bill Forbes stayed for dinner at EA. Betty Surbeck was also with us and we really had fun. These classmates were here: Geb Burden, Allan Chagan, Will Forbes, Jim Grant, Maurice Heckscher, Dick Koelle, Jim McVey, Wistar Morris, Bill Munger, Vaughn Pratt, Barry Pinheiro, Walter Poole, Mort Thomas, Bill Walker, and Dave Wetherill.

Many of us met first for Friday lunch and if that is the way the students eat nowadays, it’s no wonder tuition is so high! Salmon and beef for lunch along with a full salad bar. I’m glad athletics is still mandatory otherwise there’d be some fat kids on campus.

Most of us had chosen to be pen pals with a lower school child so after lunch, we met our pen pals

and enjoyed one-on-one time with them … time well spent and such cute and engaging kids!

Some of us remained on campus to watch the lacrosse and softball games and I might add that EA has one of the best softball pitchers in the state. She is headed to Princeton in the fall. Needless to say, they trampled Agnes Irwin a lot to a little.

Later on, after a crowded “all alumni” cocktail party which climaxed with multiple screens showing the Kentucky Derby, we settled into our private room for a delicious dinner. As you would expect, Jim Squire, Hon. blessed the evening meal and Head of School T.J. Locke dropped by and mingled a bit. If you haven’t met him, he is very personable and approachable. He seems off to a great start at the school.

Dick Koelle made a heartfelt suggestion that we have a moment of silence to remember those classmates no longer with us and it was a beautiful gesture. But we also had a couple of classmates join us who have been strangers too long.

The aforementioned Bill Forbes, who is a doctor in upstate New York, was there for cocktails while Bill Munger and Mort Thomas spent most of the day with us!

They were in fine form and I hope they will be at every reunion from now on. Special thanks must go to Geb Burden for chauffeuring Mort to and from Boston, an action far beyond the call of duty. But the class was so pleased that he did it and we all enjoyed catching up with both Mort and Bill.

There was also golf for some of us and, I’m sure, some later evening catching up and storytelling. All in all, a beautiful thing! For those who were unable to be here, we hope you will join us for our 60th!

1961 Class Agent: Cappy Markle

Save the Date 55th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2015

Cappy Markle reports: “Here is a picture I took of Tim Hopf and his wife Nancy in October 2014 during my trip with Brint Markle ’04 to Park City, UT. They were mid-way through one of their frequent 30 to 50 Mile bike rides when we were able to meet up for lunch at a local restaurant in Littleton, CO.

1962 Class Agents: Laird Evans, Jim Fulton, and Bob Stavers Please send us your news and notes!

1963 Class Agent: Drew Jackson

Rick Berlin reports: “Back in the studio in Vermont, to begin my third record with The Nickel & Dime Band. Year 5 for the JP Music Festival, which is Sept 12th this year. Year 30+ as a waiter at Doyles (lose track), Turned 70.

Love my life and my five ’families’, my sisters and their kids, my band, Doyles, the JPMusicFestival committee, and my friends at the Brendan Behan where I’m a regular and where many new ideas, friendships, song titles, etc. germinate. Still feeling the heart echo from our 50th reunion two years ago. So powerful and moving and real. Had no clue it would mean so much in so brief a time. Continue making stuff up as Art-For-TheDay with either video, writing, new song, or watering a plant.”

Jim 1 Rooks writes: “here is a picture of me and Jim Dugan when he visited us in Maine, September 2014. Jim taught at EA from 196064, and my mother and his mother were teachers at the same school in Ridley Township, PA.” Christopher Raker was presented with the 2014 Milley Award in Visual Arts on October 19, 2014.

Jim Rooks and his wife Corry were at this event for Ben Foster: 2 March 31, Karen and Ben “On Foster were featured speakers at a Yale University panel discussion called “Decapitating the Past: ISIS and the Destruction of Cultural Heritage in Iraq and Syria.” Karen spoke about the prominent role played by Iraq’s antiquities in the creation of the new state after World War I, and Ben discussed the ways in which archeological sites can illuminate cultural diversity, and the losses to the historical record caused by illegitimate trade in cultural artifacts. Ben and Karen are coauthors of several books on the Near East, and are prominent critics of the destruction of the cultural record caused by recent wars.”

John Langdon writes: “I welcomed spring in a unique way this year.”

“I have continued to teach at Drexel and design logos and ambigrams.

My next book, and e-book-app, Alice and the Graceful White Rabbit, was published fall 2014.”

Dave Trainer with another beautiful fish.

1964 Class Agent: Tom Zug 4 Woodbury sent us news Page about classmate, Bruce Smith.

This honor was reported in the Syracuse alumni quarterly magazine. “English professor Bruce Smith, a critically acclaimed poet who teaches in the creative writing program, was named a Rome Prize Fellow at the American Academy in Rome.”

Dave Trainer sends congratulations to the class of ’65. “You are now all members of the golden senior alumni class. I am sure you had a wonderful time with many fond memories to share. Not much has been happening to the Trainer family, and at our age, that’s a good thing. Betsy has started an exercise program at the local YMCA to get the heart pumping for the day. (I’m thinking of entering her in the next crossfit completion).

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Cla s s Notes I am continuing to do my fishing here and there while still maintaining my taxidermy business. Betsy takes care of our grandkids, Kira, and Alexa, three days a week and spoils then rotten. We had a terrific vacation, in May 2015 at Abaco, Bahamas, where we enjoyed the atmosphere and did little, but did it well. Naturally I did some bone fishing in the local marls area.

We just missed Dave and Lynn Bower at the airport, who had spent the previous week on a sail cruise in and around Abaco. Hello to everyone and have a great year.

Keep in touch.”

Frank Shanbacker reports: “I am enjoying retirement and keeping fit with a variety of outdoor and indoor activities. I spent three weeks in Chile in the fall of 2014 and the attached photo was taken on Easter Island on the eastern edge of Polynesia.”

1965 Class Agent: Loyd Pakradooni Class of 1965 50th Reunion Wrap-up by Stuart Christie

Friday, May 1st proved to be a day made for celebration—bright, sunny and breezy— a perfect day for getting together with old friends and classmates. In total,

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performances. There was also laughter and many smiles.

23 members of the Class of 1965 returned to Episcopal to gather in celebration and ceremony to mark our 50th Reunion.

Among those attending who graduated from Episcopal with the Class of 1965 were Whitt Barnard, Bruce Brown, Stu Christie, Bill Clyde, Peter Cornog, Larry deFuria, Clemmie Engle, Jay Euler, Sandy Ewing, Bill Garver, John Gregg, Steve Morris, John Packer, Loyd Pakradooni, Jim Rhodes, Mike Strawbridge, John Waite, and Jeff Williams. In addition, other former class members in attendance were Tony Balis, Packard Biddle, Jack Heckscher, Peter Magee, and Middy Tilghman.

After congregating outside Chapel—this time we could actually choose our place in the procession line—we were escorted inside by a bagpiper. With the full Upper School in attendance, we processed to our seats for an amazing service, which included several musical presentations by the student choir and ensemble, and was capped by a remarkable keynote address by Clemmie Engle. Clemmie’s story was one of transgender change in a world, which, at times, has not been able to keep up with and/or accept change whether sexual or racial, and the challenges faced by those pursuing change. It was truly an amazing testimonial.

For those of us in attendance, whose experience of chapel services at Episcopal ended in June 1965, there were some other remarkable changes that could be seen in that service. For one, there was applause—a lot of applause both in support of Clemmie and also in appreciation of the student

Following the service we reconvened for a meeting with the current School Head, T.J. Locke.

It was clear from his outline of the current academic program that changes are also being actively introduced not only in the course offerings, but in the academic calendar itself. The inauguration of J-Term for one seems to have produced an electrifying effect not only among the students, but with the faculty as well.

From this meeting we were welcomed to a lunch unlike anything we ever saw in Merion –and not really anything unusual for the current students. During lunch we were also entertained by the student a Capella group with a medley of both past and current songs.

Following lunch we attended a forum which included T.J. Locke and a panel of Middle and Upper School students. Near the close of the forum, the floor was opened to questions from the alumni which the students fielded with incredible conviction and confidence.

Next came yet another memorable event, a video presentation from the combined Third Grade classes which provided a thoroughly entertaining comparison of EA 50 years ago versus today—50 years ago was, of course, in Black & White. Then the highlight for some of us: a chance to meet our 3rd Grade Pen Pals.

Friday evening the Class was treated to drinks and dinner at the Crawford Campus Center. During the dinner the Class presented T.J. Locke with a Class Gift valued at $235,000, together with a beautifully restored Civil War era clock from the former Juniper Street campus building, which Peter Magee had acquired for $10 in 1959 from Rudy the Middle School janitor (who had salvaged and guarded it himself).

On Saturday morning the Class again gathered in the Class of 1944 Chapel to remember those

members of the class who are deceased. Sadly, the list included the following 13 former class members: Dixon Byecroft, Hoffie Dolan, Jim Fernley, Dan Foster, Michael Havens, Chris and Rob Keefer, Chris Landis, Jim McAfee, Jeff Pakradooni, Brad Rainer, Rob Vidinghoff, and Bill White.

That afternoon, the Class joined all other reunion classes for drinks on the Quadrangle lawn, which also featured a large screen TV with live coverage of the Kentucky Derby.

We then reassembled at Aronimink Golf Club for a final dinner together and a last chance to talk with old friends.

Jim Rhodes may have said it for all of us when he said to T.J. Locke, “After walking around, talking with the students, and seeing what is going on here today and on this campus, I know in my heart that this is Episcopal.”

The late William Mitchell Clyde, 1947-2015, joined dozens of his 1965 classmates, their spouses, former faculty and administrators on the Newtown Square campus May 1 and 2, thoroughly enjoying his 50th Reunion with wife of 47 years, Sally. Bill, who entered EA in 1957, was elected the 76th winner of the Class of 1877 Prize at graduation, cited as Vestry Senior Warden, Athletic Association President, Varsity Track Captain, All-Interac soccer fullback, Glee Club tenor, Academy Thirteens member and guitar player. His Clubs included Scuba, Junto, French, Student Fund and Music Appreciation. Brother Sam, ’62 and Father Sam, ’38. In his Reunion Tabula essay Bill cited as most memorable teachers Msgrs.

Greenwood and Muir.

Sally Clyde also wrote about her late husband Bill, who passed away on July 1, 2015: “He had a really wonderful time at the 50th reunion, in May, and enjoyed seeing all his classmates and telling and listening to old stories. Episcopal meant a great deal to Bill and

as inclusive as possible, such that everyone who’s interested has a part to play.

the reunion made me more aware of that. He was a great and loving man that I miss very much.”

Bill Sketchley sends greetings: “Thank you to all for making it happen and there was a lot of work by my classmates. I did not attend in person, but this was an occasion for reconnecting by email and occasional phone calls—so I got the best of the best. I remember when I attended the 20th reunion in 1985, the new building on the Merion campus seemed like it was from outer space. The most impressive thing I remember from that reunion was that the concept of service by students had expanded to include offcampus service. I asked one of the students involved, and it was obviously a very rewarding time. I sometimes think that going to a reunion after many years of absence leads to great joy for a few seconds, and then what do we talk about? I’m sure there were many activities, but reconnecting with other people is by far the most important. I can’t imagine what the Newtown Square campus looks like, probably even further outer space.”

Peter Cornog reports: “April/May 2015 were busy months as my youngest daughter graduated from Pitt and began graduate work in Occupational Therapy. I began a new assignment at my place of employment working with severely traumatized young adults as a clinician. We found time to take a much anticipated family vacation

So please stay tuned for updates over the next year and in the meantime feel free to contact any one of us with questions and suggestions at our e mail addresses below: to Portugal, using Lisbon as our base of operations. And there was our 50th reunion. It was great to see such a turnout of classmates as well as those who left before I arrived at Episcopal. Renewing old acquaintances, in some cases, I was catching up on 50 years-worth of news! All my fellow reunion committee members involved in planning a wonderful schedule of events, certainly highlighted by Clemmie Engle’s moving speech on Friday morning, should feel very proud of the outcome.”

1966 Class Agent: Steve Dittmann

Save the Date 50th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Seven members of the Class of 1966 met on Saturday morning April 11th at the Sherrerd Alumni House on the Newton Square campus to start making plans for our 50th reunion on April 29 & 30, 2016. The group consisted of Chip Poole, Rick Hole, Bill Morrison, Steve Dittmann, Mark Kennedy, JC Parry (who participated via phone) and Phil Gleason, who flew down from Maine for the occasion. As you can see from the accompanying photo, we all looked great!

We were graciously hosted and aided by Bruce Konopka from the Alumni Office.

After Bruce described the steps that recent 50th reunion classes have followed, we spent some time reviewing the current list of class members, as well as a list of those who were with our class on our journey through Episcopal, but are not graduates of the

Academy: e.g., Reeves Calloway, Andy Roberts, Steve “Speedy” Alexander and Bill Stengel. On a somber note, we also noted those members of the class who are no longer with us.

A 50th reunion means different things to different people, but it is fundamentally an opportunity to reconnect with a group of guys who shared a common experience as we grew from boys to men some 30-50 years ago. To that end, we hope the April 11th meeting was the start of a process which will engage as many members of our class as possible, and will result in a good turnout a year from now.

Our class was an independent group in 1966, and we expect that remains the case today. Many of our classmates remained in the Philadelphia area, but others have moved to different parts of the world, including California, North Carolina, Kansas, Arizona and New Zealand. We hope to develop ways in which we can re-engage with one another, even those who can’t or don’t wish to come to the reunion itself, such as an interactive website and periodic email updates.

At some point in the next few months, you should be hearing from a member of the planning group, either by phone or e mail, as to your interest in participating in the planning process and/or attending the event. We want both the planning and the event to be

Phil Gleason: pgleason@bernsteinshur.com; Chip Poole: maynard_poole@hotmail.com; Rick Hole: rwhjrmd@gmail.com; Bill Morrison: wmorrison901@ comcast.net; Steve Dittmann; stephen.dittmann@gmail.com; Mark Kennedy: markbkennedy@ comcast.net; JC Parry: jcparry66@gmail.com.

Ed Morris reports “I am now twice a grandfather. Ellery Peete was born February 2015. This summer, I will host the meeting of Cheiron, the International Society for the History of the Behavioral and Social Sciences; and will step down as the chairperson of the Department of Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas after 15 years, but I will not be retiring; and will teach for six weeks at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand.”

Bill Stewart writes: “This institution of retirement is outstanding.

Since retiring January 2014, Linda & I have been doing a bunch of travelling to the Amazon, Machu Pichu, Tahiti, Mexico, Scotland (me—for golf) & have two more European journeys scheduled in the next half year. My golf game is not improving, but still fun.

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color to win a professional motor sports competition; and Calais Campbell, All-Pro defensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals.”

1968 Class Agent: Robert Mayock Steve Dittmann rowed in men’s quad for Vesper B C along with two Belgian guests honoring 150 years of existence of both rowing clubs.

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Christy Bell writes: “I may be retired in Southport, North Carolina (check out Southport where Weekend at Bernies and Safe Haven were filmed), but recently chaired a successful Pro-Am golf tournament, raising money for nursing scholarships at Duke University, where I Chair the Nursing School Board of Advisors.

Here pictured with Dean Marion Broome and Assistant Dean Fran Mauney. More importantly, I say; “ Hey, EA’67, it’s time to start thinking about doing something special for Episcopal in recognition of our 50th coming up. Let’s get with it!!”

Jon Butler writes: “At the 55th Annual Pop Warner Awards Dinner, from the left, me, Susan Franzia, five-time World Champion/two-time Olympic Champion in rowing; Peggy Llewelyn, motorcycle drag racer and first female of

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Taylor Fernley shares his news; “My son Kyle was recently engaged and will have a December 2015 wedding with a honeymoon in Bali. Where did I go wrong? My wife, Pam, and I will celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary (a dying breed) July 2015. We are planning a trip to Kenya and Tanzania to celebrate this milestone.”

Mark Hofmaier writes: “best news is my son Luke got accepted and will attend Columbia University MFA acting program starting in the Fall. I’m looking forward to connecting once again with ’68 mates in Tahoe this August, courtesy of David Fenimore. Had an enjoyable dinner with classmate Sam White on a business trip in NYC.”

1969 Class Agent Needed Charles Hitschler writes: “My oldest son Rob got married on May 2, 2015.”

1970 Class Agents: John Dautrich and Ron Rothrock Class of ’70 45th Reunion Wrap-up by Don Best, Ron Rothrock and Jump Dautrich The Class of 1970 enjoyed a tremendously entertaining 45th reunion beginning with its traditional Friday evening Five School Reunion held at Avenue Kitchen in Villanova. Close to 60 participants from EA, Haverford, Agnes Irwin, Shipley and several members from

Baldwin’s class of ’71 (!!!) reunited for tales from the past and a sacred circa 1970 video produced

by Bill Hayward (more to come on that one later)! Even those who didn’t spot many folks they knew from other schools enjoyed the additional time with EA alums and wives.

by the generous invitation from the Class of ’75 to attend the magnificent Grace Winery of hosts Vicki and Chris Levine ’75. Great catching up with our younger brothers and a special treat to hear Gus Compson, Hon. and his band play to the assembled crowd.

Saturday’s festivities on campus with private class dinner provided several notable first time attendees like John Kalmbach.

Jim Rogers writes; It was a pleasure for my wife, Barbara, and me to attend my 45th reunion in May 2015. She was with me in 1970, and the greatest blessing I could have ever imagined is to have her with me ever since. I was struck by the cohesiveness of those members of our class who gathered the night before the reunion in a local restaurant and then at the dinner on campus on May 2nd. As all classes have, we blazed trails in many directions in the nearly half century since we graduated, but those shared experiences at Episcopal were both fun and instructive to remember and relive. This has been a busy few years for my family. Grandchildren began to arrive in September 2010. Within 67 days toward the end of 2014, our grandchildren doubled in number from three to six. Our oldest son, Andrew ’98, has one child, the young lady who led off the last trio when she was born on September 30th. Middle son Benjamin ’00 has three children, age four to seven months.

His daughter led the whole pack, and her two younger brothers are the only grandsons we have.

Our youngest son, Samuel ’04, has two daughters, age two and five months. His second daughter grabbed the role of youngest of all six grandchildren when she made her appearance on December 6th, 2014. Late last summer, Barbara retired from her position of Director of Special Gifts at Benchmark School, in Media, PA. It’s a good thing she did given the reality that the three grandchildren coming were like planes stacked up over LaGuardia waiting their ’landing’ dates. I’m still Vice President of Planned Giving at Eastern University, where I celebrated my 27th anniversary in April 2015. My other

During the course of the weekend, the following classmates were in attendance at either the Friday night event at Avenue Kitchen or the main festivities and activities on main campus: Bob Batt, Bill Berlinger, Bill Hayward, Bruce Kneeland, Jim Rogers, Bill Spofford, Jim Vick, Don Best, John Carpenter, Eliot Dalton, John Dautrich, Rick Northrop, John Rice, Ron Rothrock, John Kalmbach, Doug Keith, Pete Munger, and David Peyton. The dinner on Saturday evening was held in the same room we had for our 40th reunion. Those of us who were present shared our insights and updates concerning what was happening and had already happened in our respective lives.

This was a lively interchange with DB serving as the moderator and encouraging all of us to share our perceptions and thoughts.

One thing for sure resulted from this collective sharing of stories and life events and that is a resolve on the part of all those present to really work at ensuring the best turnout we’ve ever had at a reunion for our 50th in five years.

We made a pact to encourage participation and attendance of those classmates both near and far who have either never attended a reunion or did so but long ago in the past. We want all of you guys to be there! We promise it will be worth it.

On Sunday, Don Best, John Rice (who won the award for traveling the furthest from Eden Prairie, MN), Crawford Hill and Robyn and John Carpenter (up from North Carolina) were overwhelmed

professional work includes managing a CPA practice, which I’ve done for four decades for clients who stretch across the country and have, at different points, lived overseas. I also write for a publication, and that is, hands down, the most fun. Retirement isn’t in my lexicon at this point. Whenever that time arrives, I hope to change the percentages of what I do now.

Our sons are the fourth generation of Episcopal Academy graduates in the Rogers family. The first was my grandfather in about 1900.

My father graduated in 1941. I followed him in 1970, and my sons captured their diplomas in the early years of the 21st century.

Each of us gave—or continue to give—thanks for the fabulous education we received from masters and teachers who helped form our character as well as our minds and hearts.

Grayson Heffner joinedDeloitte Consulting LLP in 2013 and is posted as Resident Advisor for the USAID Jordan Energy Sector Capacity Building Project. This $25 million four-year project seeks to scale-up investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy in Jordan, a country which is entirely dependent on imported fossil fuels.

Resident Advisor Heffner pictured here on camelback in Wadi Rum, following Lawrence of Arabia’s footsteps.

John Carpenter writes; “I attended the class of ’70’s 45th reunion.

I am now living in Morganton, NC and am married to Robin Morley. I am retired from 30 years with my employer, Reimbursement Consultants. The class of ’70 had a great

weather and Native American and Quaker history. And then they get to pick their own pumpkin!!

reunion and it was fantastic to see everyone again and catch up with their lives. We had a great five school party that Friday night and another get together sponsored by the class of ’75 on Sunday.”

1975 Class Agent: Jim Cooke

1971 Class Agent Needed

Save the Date 45th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016

1972 Class Agent Needed Stephen Lewicki writes: “I am pleased to report that my daughter, Sophia Zoe Lewicki, has just graduated from Emerson College with a Masters Degree in Communication Disorders.”

David Blenko reports: “My family is doing well. My wife, Kathy, graduates with her masters in counseling this weekend, our daughter Jenny has completed her schooling and is now cash flow positive as a social worker and our son Peter graduate from high school in June 2015. After that, we have a lot to learn about career trajectories for musicians.”

1973 Class Agents: Rex Gary and Jerry Holleran

Bill Clark writes; “Our daughter Julia was married September 2014, and here’s a nice pic of Claytie Platt, his wife Pam and me at the reception, held at the Society of Colonial Dames.”

1974 Class Agent: John Spofford Marcus Smith reports; “I thought I’d send along information about a book of mine that is out now. It is

published by Live Canon, London and available on Amazon UK. Here is my description: “SEZ/everything speaks is a series of immediate responses to what happens on the street, in offices, parties, riding a bus, the train, the tube, passing a storefront, overhearing a conversation, sending and receiving a text. SEZ was initially drafted on my iPhone and sent as texts to my wife.

Sometimes she prompted them (whether she intended to or not). I began this manuscript in this way for immediacy, for catching life before it runs away to the next block, for recording responses before they disappear into another lost moment.”

Robert T. Lange, owner of Sugartown Strawberries in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has been awarded Farmer of Year by the Board of Chester County Commissioners and the Chester County Agricultural Development Council for 2014.

The Farmer of the Year award recognizes a farmer, farm family or partnership who maintains and exemplifies outstanding farming practices. Sugartown Strawberries is located on Willisbrook Farm, a 230 acre working farm in Chester County that has been in the family since 1896! Throughout the year the farm hosts more than 5,000 school children. The interactive tours begin with a hayride excursion on the farm with educational stops along the way. Children learn about agriculture, pollination, nutrition, land preservation and conservation, wildlife, technology,

George Bell writes; “My oldest son, George Bell III, graduated from Trinity on May 17, 2015. My middle son, Henry, will be a junior at Trinity next fall. And our young-

est son, Jimmy, graduated from Beaver Country Day in Brookline, MA on June 7, and will be heading to—you guessed it—Trinity next fall as a freshman. I guess they personify the pack mentality or the virtues of brotherly love.

Also, Jimmy continues to maintain his #1 ranking in 18 and under target archery in the USA, possibly Olympic bound, but not for another six years, if he sticks with it.”

John Holt writes; “I retired from Cobalt in September, the Internet Company I started and built over a twenty-year period. To celebrate, I climbed Mt. Vinson on January 7th, the highest mountain in Antarctica, with my two oldest daughters. As you can see from the summit photo NESCAC schools run in the family; Gemma is a sophomore at Williams and

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Katrina is going to Colby this coming fall. We will be blessed with Portia’s company for five more years as she’s in seventh grade, and that will help keep us young.

I’m planning on spending the next patch of time chipping away at the Seven Summits (hoping to climb Aconcagua this next January), rowing for the Ancient Mariners, and sitting on a variety of private sector and non-profit boards.

Susan and I have lived in Seattle since 1992; the left coast suits us well.

Andrew Conn writes: “One of four brothers who attended EA, I started in 6th grade and left after my 10th grade year when my father who was in academic medicine, took a new job. I spent my seventh grade year in Beirut, Lebanon where my father was on a sabbatical. I returned to EA the following year. I was excited because I did not have to take Latin.

Of course now I regret that. I was very sad to have left the area. I had many wonderful friends, and with a sister that some of you remember, Pixie, who attended Baldwin, we had some amazing parties at 300 South Roberts Road. We moved to Princeton, NJ, and I finished high school at Lawrenceville Prep. I ventured to the midwest where I spent four years at Kenyon College, a year doing research at a large firm in Columbus, then I returned to New Jersey. I spent the next two years in graduate school at Rutgers, and obtained an MS. I married a fellow Kenyonite from whom I am divorced but with whom I have a wonderful 20 year-old daughter who is making her mark at Tulane now in her

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sophomore year. She freaked me out when she declared her major, pre-med! After graduate school I graduated from Yale Medical School in 1986, spent three years in the trenches as a resident at Temple University Hospital before I finally reached my final desire, doing a fellowship in Gastroenterology at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Since then I have remained in the Philadelphia area practicing gastroenterology with a passion for inflammatory bowel disease. My current wife, Teresa, of 16 years is wonderful and helps me keep my cool when things are tough. I have two beautiful stepdaughters and a new grandchild.

Some of my best memories were from EA. For fun, I have a passion for fishing, collecting wine, and socializing.”

Ted Tsaltas wrote: “Bill Shoemaker and I enjoy a lively email correspondence, and I remain in touch with several other grads, including Richard Slade ’76. Our 23-year-old daughter is in grad school at Washington University in St. Louis. I presented two papers for the national ACOG, American Congress of Ob Gyn meeting in San Francisco, CA.”

1976 Class Agent Needed

Save the Date 40th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Peter Halpert writes: “Just wrapped up our Ron Diorio exhibition at our gallery space on the Lower East Side. Working on our October 2015 show of photographs by Andrew Fladeboe. In November we’re working with Susan Coote to coordinate an exhibition of Jonno Rattman’s photographs at the Episcopal Academy gallery. Spending lots of time in the Highlands of Scotland.

I was there for about six weeks this past summer, 2014; again for a couple of weeks over Christmas, and I’m making plans to head back the end of July/early August 2015. I’m hoping to build a new house there at some point in the next three-five years. If there are

any EA people up in the Highlands or planning to visit, please get in touch! I played in a squash tournament with my brother Sam ’89; regularly play squash with Chris Metcalf ’01.”

1977 Class Agent: Jim Alton John Nimick reports: “’77 Classmates Andy Kronfeld, Ed Spofford (as teammates) and John Nimick played the “55’s” division of the 2015 US National Squash Doubles Championships in Philadelphia March 27-29, 2015.

Sadly, they did not threaten for the title.”

Frank Leto became the Chief Executive Officer of Bryn Mawr Bank Corporation in early January. Joining him as Chairman of the Board of Directors is Britt Murdoch ’75.

Madison Riley writes: “Our oldest son, Madison, is working in Washington, DC for a think tank and as the head coach for a high school crew team. He has just announced to his mother and I that he is engaged. We are quite fond of his fiancé. Hard to believe we are now old enough to have a child getting married! Our middle child, Gray, graduated from MIT June 2015 and will work for an aerospace company starting this summer. Our youngest, Sarah, is a rising junior at the University of Pennsylvania and is very happy with the school experience she is having. I have been asked to lead my firm’s Asia Pacific business. I have an apartment in Tokyo and move amongst our operations in Japan, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

I am focused on developing the growth strategy and finding/recruiting strong colleagues to run the business long term. I will likely return to the US in 2016.”

1978 Class Agent: Jim Borum Please send us your news and notes!

1979 Class Agents: Ned Lee and Chris Young

Bill Lloyd mentions: “Meg and I will celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary in November. I’m in my 27th year at Merrill Lynch – near Rochester.”

Christian Miller writes: “I am a Director at Bank of America Merrill Lynch covering international trade finance for our clients in Southern California and Arizona. My eldest son, Christian is a sophomore at University of Colorado, and my younger son, Sam will start as a freshman at the same university this fall. I am still involved with our local boy scout troop, and have been helping our local high school mountain bike team and go climbing when time allows.”

Shawn Pender writes: “My oldest daughter Lindsay was recently married on April 25th at the Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter in Drexel Hill. My wife and I continue to enjoy our yearly dinner engagement with some Episcopal alums, Chris Young, Joe Giles ’80, and Mike Tinari ’80 and our much more attractive and entertaining wives. We have kept this tradition going now for 12 plus years. Always fun to reconnect with EA friends. I also ran into former classmate Dr. Craig Hurt in an unusual way having been referred to him after having a root canal problem. My old football teammate and quarterback was outstanding in his endodontic work and after a pain free visit that corrected the problem we were able to catch up. Not the way I wanted to see him but sure glad he has the same gifted hands he had while throwing me passes at EA.” Page Thompson reports: “I am now the President, International Operations for Universal parks and Resorts, where I am busy working with the team to build the Universal Beijing Resort, which will open in 2020. Over the past 14 years my family has gone from Philadelphia to Orlando to Philadelphia to Orlando, all while working for different Comcast companies on the cable, programming, and now theme park side.”

1980 Class Agent: David Reape Class of ’80 35th Reunion Wrap-up by Joe Giles The class of 1980 held their 35th reunion dinner on the beautiful spring night of May 1st in Newtown Square, PA. Dave and Kathy Reape generously hosted the group at their home for cocktails and dinner. Dave Reape gave a pre-dinner welcome talk and proposed a toast to our fellow classmates who are no longer with us including Kevin Byrne, Ted Seifert, Jay Boggs, Jay Hilberts, Phillip Trimble and Brant Singley. The Classmates, many with spouses/dates, who attended the event included Pete Mattoon (all the way from Boston!), Bob Zullinger (in from Connecticut), Phil Curtin, Steve Cunningham, Rob McCallion, Sean Verdeur, Dave Reape, Bill Susskind, Jay Mitchell, Eric Guenther, Mike Baer, Mike Williams, Mark Guthrie, Ted Sheridan, Steve Copit, Ken Tepper, Joe Giles, Bob Unterberger, George Woodruff, Court Ebeling, Jim Niness, Norman Fitzpatrick, Keith Ford, Luke Borda and Paul Binnion. All in all, a great time was had by the Class of 1980 and their spouses/dates and we wish to thank the Reape’s for the wonderful dinner and hospitality.

Jim Niness reports: “My wife and I had a terrific time catching up with several of my classmates at David Reape’s house May 1st.

Unfortunately, we were unable to attend any of the other functions as we had previous engagements we committed to. I am currently into my third year with Schneider Inc. as their Director of New Business Development for their Specialty Dedicated Division. This year marks my 30th year in the transportation/logistics industry. This year, my wife and I will celebrate our 20th anniversary and our eldest daughter, Devon Nicole Niness, graduates next month from Owen J. Roberts High School. She is planning to attend Susquehanna University in Selins-

grove, PA this Fall, as an Education major. She will also be a member of the Susquehanna University Swimming and Diving Team.

David SymSmith, is a Venture Partner at Mobility Ventures. David is a 25 year mobile industry veteran and has a solid record of building multimillion dollar operations from scratch along with profitable exits.

Jerry Cummin reports: “I just finished Pittsburgh Police Academy this past Friday. Six months with a bunch of 25 year olds doing more than I ever thought - Honor Grad, at 52, for best fitness in the class!

Qualified for both State and County for Glock and Shotgun (both day and night fire). Went through their shoot house with live rounds and later 2 on 3 with simmunitions. Total kick in the pants! I will be traveling to Harrisburg soon for the final state test before the hiring stuff starts and getting a badge.

Brad Wilson writes: “In my role as columnist and sports writer for the Easton Express-Times and lehighvalleylive.com, I had a good awards season. While I was covering the NCAA Division I wrestling championships in St. Louis in March, I was named the Journalist of the Year by the National Wrestling Media Association.

Earlier in March, I won first place for sports beat reporting for scholastic wrestling in Division II in the Pennsylvania News Media Association’s Keystone Press Awards.

And in February, I won first place in sports columns in Division II in the New Jersey Association’s Better Newspaper Contest. Also, in February I was elected President of the Pen and Pencil Club in Philadelphia, the nation’s oldest press club and second-oldest in the world. I still live in South Philadelphia with my 15-year-old cat, Fred, and enjoy following EA sports.”

1982 Class Agents: Jim Farrell and Brooke McMullin

1981 Class Agent: Ben Thompson

Save the Date 35th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Brian Mann reports: “My nest officially empties as our son, Nate graduates high school and heads to Juilliard to study acting in the fall. With that, my wife and I are deploying our ten-year plan, have sold the local house and are moving to Manhattan to enjoy the culture, restaurants and bars. Our older daughters, Olivia, age 24 and Isabel, age 21 have already decamped respectively to Denver and Oakland for graduate study and career. At 51 I will hang up the cleats after this summer’s Lake Placid lacrosse tournament capping a 35 year love affair that started on the City Line Ave fields at old EA. I will never forget the lessons I learned from the legendary John Wynne, Hon.”

Frank Langfitt writes; “I’ve been working on a fun series for NPR called, “Streets of Shanghai.” I drive around Shanghai offering

free rides in my car to learn more about the lives of ordinary people in China. Recently, I rented a van and drove a couple back to a village in Hubei province in central China for Chinese New Year and

their wedding. It was great fun. I was the first foreigner to ever set foot in the village, kind of amazing in 2015. I chauffeured around family members, gave a wedding speech in mangled Mandarin and posed for lots of photos with villagers. Here are some photos of the road trip, the wedding and my “free taxi.”

1983 Class Agent: Jamie Hole Bevan Cummin reports: “I am retired from the PA National Guard, having spent 21 years with the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry in Philadelphia. I was deployed to Bosnia in 2002 as a Platoon Sergeant and to Egypt in 2007 as the First Sergeant of the unit.”

Jamie Harper writes: “My wife and I, both professors at the University of Oregon, welcomed Todd Glauser to town this winter.

Todd’s son Frank has accepted a spot in next year’s freshman class at Oregon. The two EA classmates hadn’t seen each other in decades, but I found that “Glauser’s good-naturedness and goofball sense of humor have not changed at all. It was great to catch up!”

Helping clean out his parents’ house in Newtown Square last summer, Jamie recently dropped off a neo-gothic oak valance, with gargoyles, a relic from the old upper school building on City Line Avenue. He looks forward to seeing it lovingly preserved in the Alumni House on his next visit to campus. ”

Paul Hayward writes: “The following folks got together for my birthday. Former EA track team members; Rob Allman ’81; Hugh Haynie ’85; Elizabeth Greenwood, widow of Coach George

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Greg McCurdy writes: “I am leaving Microsoft after 15 interesting and fun years to start a new job at Uber in San Francisco. I’m excited to be Senior Policy Counsel reporting to the GC and advising their state and local government affairs team which, as you can imagine, is core to their rapidly growing business. Moving back together with Adrian after two years of the DC-SF commute will be great.”

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Richter, his wife, Elise, and their adorable twins, Ben and Alex, when they flew over from CA to PA and NJ. As every summer, we also met up with close friend Rich Quinn ’85, his wife, Karen and their son, Ian, down the shore.

This year we’ll be back in the Sea Isle City, NJ area from July 6 to August 23 and are planning the Summer of 2015 Lever Family Road Trip. It should take us through New England all the way up to Maine.

Class Agent: Karen Marston

Save the Date 30th Reunion May 1 & 2, 2015 Richard Doran writes: “I recently completed my first season as Director of Marketing and Public Affairs for Philadelphia’s Academy of Vocal Arts.”

Karen Marston was recently elected president of the Alumni Society Board of Managers. She is the first female president and has been serving on the board since 2011.

1987

Richard Roberts reports; “well… me, Andy Kahn and Gardner Walling got together to celebrate Andy’s 50th.”

1984 Class Agents: Bill Keffer and Karl Mayro

Ayn (Crawford) Lever writes; “Here is our family photo from the Summer of 2014 Lever Family Road Trip through Florida. That’s me and Parisian hubby, Julien, and our three kids: Alexandre, age 15, Paul age 13, and Victoria age eight. We met up with former classmate and friend Jonathan

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Hoby Rowland reports; “Attached is a shot of me with Chip Farnham and Bill Conlan at the Merion Cricket Club’s annual Men’s Dinner on Feb. 7, 2015.”

1985 Class Agent: John Susanin Class of ’85 30th Reunion Wrap-up by Ann Kraftson The 30th Reunion Friday evening party had approximately 30 classmates attend. It was great to see one another catch up on work and family updates. Those who came: Ade/Williams (from ME), Aldridge, Byer, Callahan, Cole, Daniels/Sangiray (from VA), Dugan, Frank, French/ Ackerman (from NJ), Getter (from NJ), Kraftson/Madara, Kreusser (from NJ), Matzko, McNeill (from DE), Miller, Milner, Pinheiro, Pride, Quinn, Rubin, Rosato, Shin, Singer (from DC), Susanin, Sweidel (from MA), Tierney, Valentine, Yoo (from CA), Ziegenfus (from CA). Teachers in attendance: Len, Hon. and Edna Haley, Hon., Nancy Reinhard, Hon., Kris Aldridge, Hon., Cannie, Hon., and Win Shafer, Hon. Notable item: Magee Rehabilitation Hospital’s 15th Annual Night of Champions held on Friday, May 8, 2015 pre-

sented the 2015 Champion in the Community Award to Won Shin, Esq. Congratulations to Won on this notable achievement. Pictured are Scott Pinheiro, Brian Callahan, and Sonje (Volla) Moore ’95.

David Baum wrote in saying: He and Doeun live with their children Nia, age three, and Julian, age two in Lafayette, CA. Chris Blume writes: “We made it down for the Saturday cocktails and dinner on Alumni Weekend and had a lot of fun. My wife, Beverley and I, still live in Summit, NJ with our two sons. Our older son, Ryan, is graduating from high school this spring and was recruited as a Cross-Country runner to Vassar College. Our younger son, James, will be entering 9th grade in the fall and Chris is counting the days until he is gone so he can move back to New York City and shorten his commute.”

Todd Pride reports: “Great job with the Reunion weekend activities and glad I got a chance to chat with T.J. Locke for a few minutes during our dinner event.

I have continued outgrowth of the record-breaking Bassmaster pro fishing tournament I recruited and hosted here in the region last August.”

Class Agents: Andrew Brenner and Ed Jones

Erik Strid, Bill Miller, Gabby Roe, and Paul Gilhool with all their sons did an overnight and had sideline passes for the Eagles game, November 2014!

Chad Croasdale tells us: “I continue to live in Dallas, TX and am VP and General Manager at Stryker within the medical device industry. My children, Charlie, age 15, Anna, age 12 and Ben, age 11 will spend the summer in Avalon, NJ. I am proud to say that Charlie will have his first real job at Lee’s Hoagie House in Stone Harbor this summer.”

Erik Strid writes: “I am proud to say that my oldest son Carter will be joining the 3rd Form this fall at EA after he graduates from Rosemont School of the Holy Child.”

1988 Class Agent Needed Jenn Tierney ’91, Heather (Flick) McMeekin ’91, Kim

1989 Class Agent: Becky (White) Kreutz

(Zinman) Richter and Anne (Heilman) Brown at the EA / Haverford football game November 2014.

Lee Pearcy, Hon. writes: Just thought you would like to know that Ben Pearcy, through his company, 59 Productions, has won a Tony award for his work on American in Paris, now on Broadway

1990 Class Agent: Dave Freemann Class of ’90 25th Reunion Wrap-Up by Kristin McIlhenney

Finley Kathryn Johnson, daughter of Christian & Sonia Johnson was born on October 12, 2014 in New York City.

Andrew Snyder writes: “I had an enjoyable day at the alumni golf outing May 5th at White Manor C.C. I saw a few familiar faces, and made a couple new acquaintances. The weather cooperated, and my dad and I really had a nice time. Last September, my business partner of 19 years died of cancer. We were stock specialists on the PHLX for a dozen years before moving to Paoli after the PHLX closed its stock trading floor. Alone now, I’m looking for new ideas as to what to do with my partnership, as trading alone has proven challenging. If there are any Alums who want to share ideas, contact me through the alumni office. Personally, my wife Gayle and I have a 7 year old daughter, Julia, who is a first grader at Hillside school in Berwyn. One of her classmates is Charlie Erwin’s son. A small world, for sure. I have come across a few classmates around the area recently and hope that trend continues.”

Thank you to everyone who was able to make it back for our 25th Reunion. We had about 50 alums and family join us for a wonderful evening of reminiscing, laughing and incredible dining and sipping. Special thanks go to Chef Corey Heyer who provided and prepared (live!) a magnificent dinner for everyone, and to Sharon (Molinoff) Sevrens who brought cases of exceptional wine to offer along with some brilliant wine pairing advice we could take home.

The reunion events and donations made to the annual fund were made in the memories of our three fallen classmates; Eric Lewicki, Joe Greco and Bill Hamilton.

Eric’s parents, Joe’s brother and mother, and Bills’ mother were able to join us Saturday evening. They each expressed how touched they were with the way the class and school has chosen to remember their sons. It was emotional and uplifting. Thank you to the 25th reunion committee for all of their efforts: Dave Freemann, Kristin McIlhenney, Kristin (Strid) Dische,

Sharon (Molinoff) Sevrens, Corey Heyer, Tobias Welo, and Janice (Franks) Biddle. It was a wonderful chance for people to catch up with old friends and share fond memories of our days at EA. Please feel free to check out some pics of the evening on the EA Class of 1990 Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1430611793827123/ Until next time!

Dave Freemann writes: “I’ve had the recent pleasure of working on the 25th Reunion committee alongside Kristin McIlhenney, Tobias Welo, Kristen (Strid) Dische, Corey Heyer, Nabi Moghadam, Janice (Franks) Biddle, and Sharon (Milinoff) Sevrens. It was great to re-connect with those classmates. I live in Wayne with my wife, Amy and our twins, Hazel and Jack who were born on June 13, 2011. I’m running an office in Berwyn for a staffing firm that specializes in engineering contract staffing and enjoying being back in PA after 18 years living in California. Hope to cross paths soon!”

Rachel Love reports; In June 2014, Rachel Love and her longtime sweetie, Peter Bortz, popped down to the DC courthouse and tied the knot.

Amachie Ackah and his wife Carra have three children. Kwame ’28 is a student at EA, Zuri was born May 1, 2011 and Kayin was born September 14, 2012.

1992 Class Agents: Charley French and Bill Dougherty Please send us your news and notes!

1993 Class Agent Needed Neysun Mahboubi was recently interviewed by CCTV where he discussed the importance of CPC Constitution and implications for “rule of law.”

Stefan Slowinski and his wife Gisela have had a third child. Annita was born on January 28, 2015 and joins her two sisters Isabel age five and Nicole age three. Stefan and his family live in London where Stefan works as a portfolio manager for an emerging markets equity fund management firm.

Jennifer (Ounjian) JohnsonBloom and her husband Michael are happy to report the birth of their third child. Alexandra Scarlett was born on April 10, 2015 and joins older sisters Olivia Rebecca, born on August 8, 2013 and Victoria Wells, born on May 1, 2007.

1991 Class Agents: Joe Bongiovanni and Holly (Sando) Rieck

Save the Date 25th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016 Christy (Johnson) Bancone sends good news: “With the support of my husband, Anthony and boys, John and Ryan, I will return to my finance roots and join the team at Morgan Stanley in NYC specializing in lateral recruiting for the equities and investment banking divisions.”

Emily West writes: “We just had a 40th birthday dinner in Philadelphia on April 24, 2015–ten of us from the class of ’93. We went to Lo Spiedo and had a great night. Left side front to back: Jen (Whelan) Kovatch, Emily (Walker) West, Liz Williams,

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Cla s s Notes Nicole (Barrett) Stratemeier, and JoAnne (Fortin) Hopkins.

Right side front to back: Peggy Kauh, Betsy (Hess) Williams, Kara (O’Connor) Chisholm, Stefanie (Raymond) Dill, and Bonny Barry.

to Managing Director of the Capital Raising Group at Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P., the full-service investment banking firm and broker-dealer focused on the financial services sector.

1994 Class Agents: Tema (Fallahnejad) Burkey, Anna (Morgan) Cassidy, Coryell (McIlvain) Urban, and Sarah (Glick) Johnson Tema (Fallahnejad) Burkey reports: “The Burkeys have moved to Seattle, WA. Adam started a new job on June 1st. So excited.”

Gene Woehr reports: “My family and I are doing well. I’m currently VP at our little plastic recycling plant here in Fort Worth, TX. My daughter Marisa turned five recently and our son Dylan Lawson Woehr was born August 18, 2014 and is growing like a weed.”

Jeannine (D’Amico) Lemker writes: “My second son, Nicholas Robert Lemker, was born on December 11, 2014. That’s our biggest news.”

Jessica (Mullen) Mullarkey spent reunion weekend with her class on campus. It was great to catch up.

grade mathematics teacher at Drexel Hill Middle School in Upper Darby School district. Summers are spent at the beach in Margate, NJ where I always love catching up with Alexis (Patrizio)

1995 Class Agents: Brooke (Doherty) Horgan and Katie Kurz Class of ’95 20th Reunion Wrap-Up by Sonje (Volla) Moore

Tara Stitcherry married Bipin Prakash on January 25, 2015 in Kerala, India. Tara is working at Baldwin as the Director of Alumnae & Parent Engagement and Bipin is the Director of Network Services at Shipley. They live in King of Prussia and look forward to celebrating with all of their EA friends at a local reception later this year.

Abby (Walker) Kasselakis was in Sonoma, CA with Ashley (Schuh) Medina. A ’94 EA girls reunion.

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More than 30 classmates returned for the Class of 1995 20th reunion weekend. The majority of the attendees were local or within driving distance. Some attendees flew in from California and even as far as Switzerland! The Class of ’95 kicked off the reunion weekend at the newly opened Fermentaria in Ardmore. This year, the Class of ’95 began a new tradition on Saturday morning for any alumni and their families to meet on the campus green for a fun wiffle ball game. Following the wiffle ball game, we enjoyed a lunch in the dining hall and had a private tour with Len Haley, Hon. Saturday night, we gathered in the Athletic Hall of Fame to celebrate our 20th year reunion. Many a good memory and laughs were shared by all and we look forward to our 25th reunion!

Demetrios Hadgis is pleased to announce that he was promoted

Eric Smith reports: “All’s grand out here. I was sad to miss the 20th reunion. I recently took a job with Facebook in Los Angeles, so had to stay close to the new job during May. My wife continues to work for Google, which has made our dinner conversations much more boring because we can’t talk about work. As you can see, I’m trying to win the hearts and minds of the children. All else goes great, and I’m looking forward to catching up with some EA friends soon.”

Longinotti during her vacation to Longport, NJ each year. Picture— Jack and Nora and other picture left to right: Jack Stewart, Avynn Longinotti, Kyan Longinotti, and Nora Stewart hanging out on Lucy the Elephant in Margate, NJ.”

Carrie (Long) Greenfield reports: “We have had our fourth boy!!! Owen Baker Greenfield was born on May 12, 2015. He joins older brothers Liam, age eight, Charlie, age five years and six months and Sam age three.”

Will Wister was married to his wife Cindy Lai on June 14, 2014 and their daughter, Coralie Wister was born on October 27, 2014.

Pictured with Will, Cindy and Coralie is Brian Gurensey.

Elinor (Serpente) Stewart writes: “I live in Drexel Hill with my husband, Matt, and our two children, Jack, age six, and Nora Mary, age three. I am a seventh

Katie Kurz sends greetings from: Southern Africa, Cape Peninsula, where she was on safari, Novem-

corporate governance, capital-raising transactions in the public and private markets, public company reporting obligations and general business matters. He is based in Drinker Biddle’s Philadelphia office and lives in Center City.

ber 2014, enjoying a wonderful vacation with her family.

Katie Kurz traveled to Nairobi, Kenya with Larisa Warhol. “Larisa and I caught up for the long Easter weekend in Nairobi. Despite the somber mode in the country immediately following the horrific attacks at the university in Garissa, Kenya, we had a wonderful time exploring the capital. We went on a sunrise safari in Nairobi National Park; some of the highlights included five rhinos and three lion cubs! We enjoyed the local cuisine and also went out for Ethiopian food one night. Earlier this year, Larisa moved to Nanyuki, Kenya (about three hours from Nairobi) to work for Eco Fuels Kenya (EFK Group). She is overseeing their development and strategic investment planning. She is partnering with others to harness the power of the croton nut (a fruit of an indigenous tree) for biofuel, poultry feed and biofuel briquettes for household cooking. It is a fascinating business, which is leveraging a resource that locals didn’t even realize they had.”

at the Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill, PA. Brothers Mike Good ’99 and Tom Good ’02 were co-best men.

Jamie Evans reports wonderful news; “Jamie and Kimberly Evans welcomed Penn Hinkson Evans and Carter Wright Evans identical twin boys who arrived on March 24, 2015.”

David Zirilli was married to Charli Morris on November 14, 2014.

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1996 Class Agent Needed

Class Agent: Julie Manser

Hilary Craven writes: “I have accepted a CMO role with ad and marketing agency Red Tettemer O’Connell and Partners. I have been with the notable agency, William Brady reports: “I am hit72andSunny for the last five years ting a milestone this year as I am but now will be overseeing the celebrating being at Vanguard for Philadelphia and Los Angeles of15 years in 2015. Currently my offices of RTOP. I will still be living in ficial title is Project Administrator Los Angeles, but this new move within our Institutional Investment affords me some more time back division, and I was previously a Suin my hometown. I am looking forpervisor in the same division for the ward to making a visit to the new three years prior. My wife Malissa EA campus!” and I currently live in Broomall with our two children, Salvatore, age six Madeleine Delson reports: “Surand Joey, age three.” rounded by family and friends,

Save the Date 20th Reunion April 29 & 30, 2016

Rob Good was married to Meredith Miller on September 6, 2014

ber 9, 2014 at the Anthony Wayne House in Paoli. Ursula, a realtor with Duffy Real Estate, and Tanner, an assistant district attorney in Philadelphia, exchanged vows that they wrote themselves. Joining in the celebration were EA alumni; l to r: Brett Grifo ’98, Katie (Harmer) Leubecker ’98, Tara (Carella) Waters ’98, Jenna (Mariano) Griffith ’98, bestman Andrew Adams ’02, John Duffy ’00, Sarah Keim ’98, John Salvucci ’98, and Madeleine Delson. Not pictured, Ursula’s sister and matron of honor, Fiona (MacMullan) Murray ’01. The couple resides in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia.”

Courtney Evors writes: “I am still living in Germany and have recently been promoted. I am now Design Director for Men’s Training performance apparel at Adidas.

I also recently met up with Nick Sommer and Halik Carter for lunch in Philadelphia.”

James Hunter tells us: “I was married on August 16, 2014 to Elaine Catherine Budreck in New York City. Robert Hunt and Dan O’Donnell attended.”

Jon Koegel writes: “My wife Kate and I have a one-year-old named Emily. We are expecting a baby boy in October. I’m in my sixth year with Arthur Hall Insurance in West Chester and Kate is a teacher at J.R. Masterman School in Philadelpia. We currently reside in Media (moved there last fall).”

Matt Meyers was elected as a Partner of the law firm of Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP effective February 1, 2015. Matt represents both public and private companies in a variety of corporate and Ursula MacMullan ’98 and Tan- securities matters, focusing on ner Rouse, the Shipley School ’02, mergers and acquisitions, private and Devon Episcopal through B equity investments, joint ventures, Form ’95, were married Septem-

Nick Sommer writes: “I was recently out in Los Angeles and was lucky enough to catch the Dodgers play the Braves at Dodger Stadium with Rob Grant and Bobby Serpente. Serpente was able to use his negotiation skills to get us into the all-you-can-eat section, which we took full advantage of, Jimmy Rollins hit a home run, and best of all, the Phillies did not lose.”

Susan (Schaffer) Reiser writes: “A neat fact though is that my daughter, Chloe Reiser, and Matt Bailer’s son John might be in the same class next year. Matt and I think that’s pretty cool.”

1998 Class Agent: Rob Melchionni Sean Deviney tells us: “My wife Sarah and I welcomed a daughter, Brynn Ann Deviney on August 15, 2013 and another daughter, Grace Christina who was born on February 10, 2015. They join Thomas who was born January 2012.”

Rip Noyes and his wife Jennifer are the proud parents of Adeline Noyes born on September 17, 2012. She loves her EA sweater.

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Cla s s Notes 2000 Class Agents: Kimmy (Gardner) Reinking and Jack Meyers

January 28, 2015. They recently relocated to Norwalk, CT.

Jamie Creed was married to Carrie Jubinski on October 8, 2011.

They had their first child Tristan Patrick Creed on February 3, 2015.

Andrew Dickey writes: “Life has been busy as we just had our second daughter, Camila Grace Dickey, born on December 13, 2014 and happily living in Miami.

We do get together often with the Brooke (Owens) and Kurt Lunkenheimer ’95 who are also living in Miami and have similar age children.”

Jenna (Mariano) Griffith and her husband Mark have two children.

Lila was born on August 10, 2009 and Nora was born on October 25, 2012 and they have moved back to New York City.

Rip Noyes tells us great news: “I was married to my wife Jennifer on August 29, 2009 and we have one daughter name Adeline who was born on September 17, 2012.”

Andrew Walsh happily reports: “My wife Colleen and I are pleased to announce that Wesley Scott Walsh was born on January 12, 2015.”

10, 2015. Dara will begin work in June as an audience development manager at Fusion.net, a joint venture between Univision and ABC.

Alexis (Petrosa) Sommers and her husband, Peter Sommers were married July 2012. They had a set of twins, Elise and James, born on March 12, 2015.

Trevor Walker is happy to announce: “My wife Natalie and I moved to San Diego in December of 2013 and are expecting our first child in September of 2015. I currently work at Barney & Barney. I have connected with some alums out here. Kylee Jakobowski and Tom Jakobowski ’02.

Adam Squire and his wife, Courtney, have purchased a 15 acre farm in Rhode Island and are full time farmers. Courtney manages a Whole Foods Store in Providence while Adam farms honey, produce and eggs. He is supplying several local restaurants with his produce.

1999 Class Agents: Andrew Addis and Catherine (Hunt) Ryan

Louisa Hall was listed in the Huffington Post with her new book, Speak. It was listed as one of the 18 best books for this summer.

Tripper Heckscher and adorable son, Harrison Daniel Heckscher in his EA sweater.

Theo Schell-Lambert and his wife, Zoe Vandeveer, were thrilled to welcome their first child, Crosby Charles Schell-Lambert on November 14, 2014. They moved to New Orleans last year. Theo’s debut novel The Heart of the Order was published June 2015.

Laura (Bracken) Chaibongsai and her husband Peter welcomed a daughter into their family, Molly Anne on October 21, 2013. Molly loves her EA sweater.

Kimmy (Gardner) Reinking and Lise (Tank-Nielsen) Butler connected over Easter weekend with their daughters, Brooklyn and Madeleine. Lise also has a son, Jonas, age six. Pictured is Kimmy with her daughter, Brooklyn and Lise’s daughter Madeleine, age three.

Colleen (Friedl) Brooks was married to Josh Brooks on September 30, 2006. They have three children. Melody was born on July 4, 2010, Cassidy was born on May 28, 2012 and Dean Alexander was born on June 16, 2014.

Dara (Pettinelli) Kapoor and her husband, Neville welcomed a baby girl, Colette Ketayun on February

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Jeffrey Porter with his wife Alexis and son, Briggs Porter.

Jennifer (Sharpless) Pimlett and her husband Nicholas are very excited to welcome their second child, a baby boy, Beckett Chase Pimlett, on September 1, 2014.

He joins his big brother Caleb who turned three this year. They still reside in Princeton, NJ.

Kimmy (Gardner) Reinking and her husband Daane announce the birth of Brooklyn Reinking, born on

Jack Meyers was married to Nicole Maureen Iacovelli on May 2, 2015.

Cecilia Collins and her husband Halli Gudmundsson and are very proud to announce the birth of their second son. Magnus Benjamin Haraldsson joined his big brother Guðmundur Philip on August 22. 2014. Cecilia is finishing a PhD in archaeology/palaeopathol-

ogy and also working part time as an assistant with intake of a new collection at the Institute of Evolutionary Medicine, University of Zurich.

Seventeen & Cosmopolitan websites. She and Justin will welcome a son this September.

2001 Class Agents: Evan Coughenour, Drew Crockett, Sarah Baker, and Pete Tedesco John Spofford was married to Rose Weiner on November 30, 2014. They had their reception at EA on May 16, 2015.

Lexy Nicholls was married to Jeffery Allen on September 27, 2014 at St. John Vianney in Gladwyne.

“We were so excited to have six members of the EA class of ’01, along with their husbands and wives, join us to celebrate that evening at the Waterworks in Philadelphia. Picture from left to right: Justin Matthews, Allison (Hathaway) Matthews, Pete Tedesco, Laura Tedesco, Lexy Allen, Jeff Allen, Brendan Blackwell, Casey (Degen) Blackwell, Hadley Hill, Jen Pope, Greg Benz. Jeff and I live in Hoboken, NJ and both work in Manhattan.”

Casey Degen writes: “My husband Brendan Blackwell and I got married at the Fairmount Park Horticultural Center on May 23, 2014. Classmates in attendance included Nell Baird (maid of honor), Hadley Hill (bridesmaid), Pete Tedesco, Bernie Grogan, Lexy (Nicholls) Allen, Jen Pope, Katy (Romano) Solomon, Allison (Hathaway) Matthews. The wedding was shot by Emily Wren, who attended EA until upper school.

Much to my chagrin I don’t have a group photo of everyone!!

Sara Samimi writes: “My husband, Andrew Budreika and I had our first baby, Ava Budreika, on September 6, 2013 and are expecting a second in January 2016.”

Tom Good and his wife Kristen have had their first child, Lyra Anne Good, born on March 27, 2015.

Class Agents: Kevin Dugan and Tim Mahoney

Jeff Addis and his wife Erin welcomed their son, Gideon Michael Addis, on June 14, 2015.

Lisa Smith and her husband Alan Levy welcomed a son, Brandon Lucas Levy, on February 4, 2015.

Tom Lippincott reports: “Last year I received my PhD in computer science from the University of Cambridge. Starting in September, I’ll be an associate research scientist at the Johns Hopkins Human Language Technology Center of Excellence, a Department of Defense research center devoted to the broad study of computational linguistics and IT applications in national security.”

Alice Fortune-Greeley was married to Douglas W. Britt on May 17, 2014 in Raleigh, NC. They live in Raleigh. Alice is a health economist and Doug is an attorney.

2002

Katie (Spofford) Barrett’s and husband Ciaran’s son, Sean, wearing his EA sweater. “It finally fits him, and I must say (although I am biased) he looks very handsome!”

Allison Hathaway was married to Justin Matthews on July 19, 2014.

In attendance at the wedding were; Former head of Libraries, Dr. Milton Hathaway, Nell Baird, Katy (Romano) Solomon, Casey Degen, Pete Tedesco, Pete Merriman, Lexi (Nicholls) Allen, Hadley Hill, Lauren Finnegan, and Jen Pope. Allison joined the Hearst Magazine’s Digital Media team last September to handle integrated marketing for both the

After completing her residency in pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Maria is now a primary care pediatrician at CHOP Care Network Roxborough, PA. Kevin is a client services manager at DMi Partners, a digital marketing firm in Center City.

In late 2012, Allison Kendro left her job as a Senior Strategist of Marketing in New York City to create SOLID Surf & Adventure, a company focused on all-inclusive surf, adventure and volunteer retreats in Nicaragua. She and her business partner, Jhon Ocanto, are in their third year of running the business and have had success in not only building their dream, but also in serving the local community and already have plans for expansion. To check out what they have been up to, go to www. solidsurfadventure.com.

Emily Orr has recently been appointed the assistant curator of modern and contemporary design at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York.

2003 Class Agents: Julia Crawford, Ann Imbesi, and Caroline Cuckler Kevin Dugan and his wife Maria welcomed their son, Andrew Tate Dugan, on September 12, 2014.

Mark Adomanis, “like many other alums before, has started (and am halfway through) the Wharton

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Cla s s Notes to r) Edna Haley, Hon. and Len Haley Hon., Hannah Kelly ’04, Michele Alfano, Hon., Justin Alfano ’99, Christa (Clarke) Bialka ’99, Madeline Saggiomo ’08 and Angela Saggiomo ’12. Chris and I currently reside in Ashburn, VA.”

2004 Class Agents: Nick Brown and Michael Ciccotti

MBA program. I will be working in banking in New York City this summer.”

Devin Alfano writes: “I have been living in the DC area since graduating from Villanova University.

I worked as a registered nurse for Children’s National Medical Center on the Neuroscience Unit and most recently the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. In May of 2014 I graduated from The Catholic University of America with my master of science in nursing (MSN) as a pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) in acute and primary care. I board certified in both specialties (CPNPAC/PC). I currently work as an acute care pediatric nurse practitioner with Children’s National Health System in the Department of Neurosurgery. I published a case study article in the Journal of Pediatric Health Care, which was based on one of my clinical experiences during graduate school.

On December 13, 2014, I married Christopher Waters, at Villanova University. Chris and I met while working and living in DC. Those in attendance from Episcopal were (l

Ashley Battista sends happy news: “I am currently living in Denver, CO as a corporate event planner for John Q. Hammons Hotels and Resorts. I recently connected with many EA classmates at Fred Capp’s wedding.

Pictured with me are Fred Capp, Nick Brown, Bill Tierney and FJ Leto.”

Liz Kelly and her husband Andrew Varani had their first child, Graham Varani, on September 19, 2014. He is very happy to be sporting his EA sweater.

Lateef Cannon graduated from UNC school of Medicine in May 2015.

Matt McMonagle reports: “My former company, Solar Grid Storage based at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, was acquired by SunEdison several months ago. I now work for SunEdison.

Reid Whelan graduated from Bates College and is now working in NYC and is living in Brooklyn.

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20th and Walnut. It was fantastic getting to see everyone, catch up, and share great memories. I manage an international RFP and presentations team at Vanguard.

Outside of work I enjoy driving my Corvette Z06 and attending car shows and racing events. I also spend time going on adventures and doing fun things with my girlfriend Lori. Funny fact - we had no idea after we met that we actually went to first and second grade together in the same class! I also have been going on many cruises … this past January I went on my 13th! My family and I are also in the process of building a beachfront property in Ocean City, NJ that we are hoping to have completed by June.”

Fred Capp was married to Veronica Reynolds on September 19, 2014.

Rich Clark has wonderful news to report: “I was married to Anna, December 27, 2013. We have had our first child, Lucas Kaplan Clark, born on May 31, 2015. I also graduated from my Pediatric Dental Residency at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, here in Philadelphia, at the end of June this year. I’ll be staying in the area afterward, and hopefully sending my little guy to Episcopal in a few years!”

Mike Contino writes: “I recently helped plan a successful ten year reunion. I think we had 95% of our class there at the Irish Pub on

Brint Markle and his dad Cappy ’61, in the Grand Canyon taken October 2014. “Brint was moving himself and his company, Avatech, out to Park City, UT from Cambridge, MA, where he’d been getting his MBA at MIT. Cappy drove out with him. We took 12 days and 3,000 miles to visit relatives, see Chicago, Buffalo Bill Cody’s ranch in North Platte, NE, the Grand Canyon, Glen Canyon, Bryce Canyon, plus I was able to meet up with Tim Hopf ’61 near Denver, CO.” Sam Rogers and his wife Veronica have had a second child, Madeline Belle Rogers, born on December 6, 2014.

Zosia Dziembowska was married to Geoffrey Harkins on May 9, 2015. Those in attendance were: Billy Tierney, FJ Leto, Fred Capp, Justin Leake, Samantha McKeon, Jennifer Robinson, Kendra Johanson, Brittany Sharkey, Casey Riley, and Kate (O’Donnell) Hienig.

child, Wheeler Walker Monroe, born on November 6, 2014.

Greg Snyder, along with three fellow doctors at Jefferson, was one of three winners in the first JAZ Tank Challenge held at the Jefferson Accelerator Zone. Their entry, MedX, is a free, massive online course that changes with the shifting healthcare landscape, addressing 30 of the most pressing topics that medical students do not learn in medical school, as determined by early-career healthcare professionals.

2005 Class Agents: Nick Morris and Packy McCormick

Save the Date 10th Reunion November 2015 News from the Connelly family; Stephan was married to Julie Brennan on December 1, 2012. He is Vice President of Star Mountain Capital in NYC. Julie is Marketing Manager with MetLife in NYC. They live in the Gramercy section of NYC. They are expecting their first child in early October.

Nicole was married to Andrew Diloreto on August 2, 2012. They both graduated from Villanova and she also has a Masters of Education from NYU. Nicole has been a K grade teacher at Greenwich Catholic, Greenwich, CT. Andrew is VP of Tiger Risk Partners, LLC, Stamford, CT. They were living in Rowayton, CT, but are just now in the process of moving to Bermuda for the next three – five years.

Kimmi Knecht is a real estate agent in NYC, and has been for almost three years. She is working on some very exciting projects.

Ali (Hillyard) Monroe and her husband Perrin have had their first

Mike Carson, Malvern ’02, next year.”

’82, Kim (Crawford) Farrell ’84, Brendan FitzPatrick, Hon., and Nancy Reinhard, Hon. Erika Kauder is the Director of Marketing and Sales at Table in Washington, DC. Table was rated one of the top new restaurants in the US by Bon Appetite in 2013 and this year they were featured as #30 in Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants list.

2006 Class Agents: Kelsey Reinhard and Armena Ballard Lou Calabrese writes: “My wife, Ann Caroline and I got married June 2013, with lots of EA classmates in attendance: From l to r; Pete Wichmann, Mike Nealis ’06, Pat Devine, Jamie Billmyer, Craig Wallace, Ann Caroline, myself, (behind me) Kit Zipf, Joe Rosati, Eric Minnick, Dan Nealis, Brian Fitzpatrick, and Zac Arbitman. We had our first child, a son May 9, 2014, Louis John Calabrese, IV and Ann is pregnant with our second child, due in late November. I am stationed in Norfolk, VA as Submarine Tactics Officer. I was stationed on the USS Norfolk and transferred off to shore duty in May 2014. I will be going back out to sea as a Department Head on a Submarine in a few years. The second is a picture of my son and our dog, snow.”

Kerri Hadden reports: “No career change or recent family updates for me, but as for classmate news, just this past weekend I actually attended an engagement party for Ashley Orleans who is marrying

Sam Daly writes: “After returning from Afghanistan in late October, I finished my active duty service with the Marine Corps in March, and recently accepted a job with Morgan Stanley, and am looking to move up to NYC sometime this summer. I spent a weekend with fellow classmate Josh McLane in Austin, TX, recently to celebrate his impending nuptials, to Caitlin Jones, on August 1, 2015. We just happened to be in Austin at the same time.”

Allie FitzPatrick was married to Brett Carey on October 3, 2014 in Philadelphia. They met at Bucknell University in 2006 and are currently living in Conshohocken, PA. There were many EA alums at the wedding including: Kelsey Reinhard, Armena Ballard, Rob McCallion, III, Brian FitzPatrick ’05, Bob FitzPatrick ’08, Burk FitzPatrick ’12, Norm FitzPatrick ’80, Rob McCallion, Jr. ’80, Dan Dougherty ’80, Phil Curtin ’80, Steve Cunningham ’80, Michael Tinari ’80, Jim Farrell

Matthew Kraeutler is happy to announce: “I graduated from medical school on May 17, 2015 with an M.D. from West Virginia University School of Medicine, and was married to Anna Rose in Golden, CO on June 6, 2015. David Adler was my Best Man and Charles Vaccaro was my groomsman.”

Manus McCaffery writes: “I am going to go to Cambridge University in the UK as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. The scholarship is all expenses paid and highly competitive.

Justin Moore is currently a Risk Analyst at Barclays Capital in Philadelphia and was recently promoted to an Assistant Vice President.

2007 Class Agents: Shane Isdaner, Annie Spofford, and Megan McFarland Please send us your news and notes!

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Cla s s Notes 2008 Class Agent: Heather Hayes Elliot Faust tells us: “After working the past two years as an admissions officer, coach and advisor at The Gunnery in Washington, CT, I am relocating to Hopkins School in New Haven, CT to start in August. I will be continuing with admissions work there in addition to two seasons of coaching. Very excited to start!”

2009 Class Agents: Erin Flynn and Caroline Hanamirian Class of ’09 5th Reunion Wrap-up

are now home to EA ’09 alumni.

Of course, we missed everyone who was unable to attend—many were away for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Overall, the night was an absolute success! We even stayed at the event an hour past schedule, and made plans to host an EA ’09 reunion every year around Thanksgiving break.

Thank you, Episcopal, for the life-long memories and bond our class will always have. We are definitely a testament to the close-knit community EA fosters, and will continue to value the relationships we formed in high school. Check out the ’09 facebook page to see more pictures.

Kelley Moore graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Major in Communications and is currently working in Washington, DC for US Senator Shelley Capito as her Press Assistant.

2010 Class Agents: Kirsten Petrocelli, Lauren Berry and Stephanie Bernabei

Save the Date 5th Reunion November 2015

The Episcopal Academy Class of 2009 recently got together for their five-year reunion, and it was a blast! The event was held in a banquet room at 43 Cricket, located in Ardmore. Over 50 classmates arrived, and it was a great to reconnect face-to-face over drinks and cheesesteak eggrolls (though they have nothing on chicken patties). Catching up on recent adventures, accomplishments, and job opportunities while laughing over our shared memories were all highlights of the night. We even got a classy speech from former Class President, Dave Rinnier. It was awesome to see that after five years, we are still a very tight-knit and successful group. We saw classmates from San Fran, New York City, Atlanta, and of course Philly, among many other various cities spanning the country that

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Olivia DeSalvo graduated from Syracuse University in May, 2014 with a BS in Hospitality Management. Following graduation, she enrolled in the Advanced Culinary Arts Program at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley where she is currently pursuing her passion for cooking. Recently she entered a competition and has advanced to the final stage. As the runner-up, DeSalvo will share $3,000 in scholarship money from PepsiCo. We look forward to hearing more about Olivia and her cooking skills!

Jackson Place reports: “I was recently hired by ESPN to be a digital sales planner. In addition to selling ESPN’s digital content to various advertisers, I also play professional lacrosse for the Ohio Machine. In my second year in the MLL, I’ve started every game and it’s been pretty cool to continue to play at a high level while getting to travel to different cities across the

country on the weekends. I live in Manhattan a few blocks away from fellow alum Elliot Albert and we try to meet up whenever we can.”

Bruce Leto states: “I have some news to share. This past January, I published a paper in a peerreviewed journal. My paper was titled “Consumerism and an Orderly Approach to Marketing the Performing Arts.” The paper was published in the American Journal for Arts Management. Additionally I am working at the NYC Office of Management and Budget — Culturals and Libraries Unit while attending grad school in NYU.”

2011 Class Agents: Jimmy McEntee and Haley Habenicht Sydney Battista graduated magna cum laude from Bucknell University on May 17, 2015. She received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and has accepted an analyst position at Goldman Sachs in New York.

Erik Klein writes: “I graduated in May with a degree in accounting from Salve Regina University, and I have accepted a job at Brinker Simpson & Company, LLC in Springfield, PA. I will also be sitting for my CPA license exam in the fall.

My younger brother, Adam Klein ’18 attends Episcopal now and will be a sophomore in the fall. He also plays football at EA, where I was the captain my senior year. I have talked with Dave Gallagher, a classmate of mine and he is going to be attending law school in the fall after graduating from the University of North Carolina.”

Kirsten Kuhn and Swanson Ninan are thrilled to end their undergraduate careers by serving as the two Program Managers for the First-Year Student Outreach Project (FYSOP) through

Boston University’s Community Service Center. FYSOP is the largest pre-matriculation community service program in the country, welcoming over 800 freshmen and transfer students to Boston a week early before the fall semester begins to participate in social justice education, service, and reflection with the leadership of 200 upperclassmen staff, and 24 program coordinators and assistants. Kirsten and Swanson have been working hard since December 2014, recruiting and hiring their leadership team, planning programming, organizing FYSOPwide needs, engaging incoming first-years, and connecting with community partners throughout the city! They will be working fulltime throughout this summer and until mid-September to ensure the success of the program.

Eliza Strong writes: “I graduated from Duke University this past May with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minors in Classical Studies and English. I am working at a Philadelphia law firm this summer and plan to attend law school this fall. Photo from graduation with my sister Anna Strong ’09, who graduated from Boston College, in May also, with a Mas-

ter’s degree in English. She will be working with the creative writing program at UPenn in the coming year.”

Jimmy McEntee is off to Harvard Law School in the fall of 2015 and Ricky McEntee is applying to medical school for September 2016.

Steven Szafara reports: “I will be working in NYC next year for Cantor Fitzgerald in their Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities department. I, along with Ben Chung invited Matt Lasensky, Bryan Bradley, Colton Kempf, Spencer Ivey, and Malcolm Carayol up to Cornell for our Slope Day festival.”

2012 Class Agent: Brian Metzler Mohammed Toure cofounded Harvard Students Against Malaria to help raise awareness and un-

derstanding, as well as to mobilize support for action for the disease.

Alumni Class Agent Program Update The Alumni & Development Office is always looking for interested alumni to serve as class agents. Class agents receive “insider information” about programs, sports, clubs, and classes and are responsible for sharing the details with classmates. Additionally, class agents are expected to encourage classmates to make a gift to the Annual Fund. Our goal is to strengthen the alumni connection with the life of the school, and we need class agents to help. If you are interested in serving as a class agent for your class, please contact Stephanie Ottone, Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations, at: sottone@episcopalacademy.org or 484-424-1782. pont Circle. She was interning for Talk News Radio and is covering Capital Hill. She was even able to attend a session of the supreme court. She attributes her passion for writing to the English Department at Episcopal Academy and is forever grateful to Anne Barr, Hon., Doug Parsons, Hon., and Chris McCreary. about their fall semester before adding that he couldn’t believe that one of his daughters will be going to college soon. Temple’s a capella group posed for a photo with the Obamas before singing “Let it Go” the anthem from the movie Frozen. Maggie was chosen to sing a solo during the “Let it Go” performance. “It was amazing” says Maggie “I was so nervous and when they positioned us, I was about three feet from the President and First Lady.

I was worried about how loud I was going to be singing and I just blurted out, “I’m sorry I’m going to be singing right in your faces.” And the President laughed and said “Oh no, we like that!” “And when I was finished, he leaned over and said, “You have a beautiful voice.” I still can’t believe it, I was shaking.”

Burk FitzPatrick and Doug Trimble ’13 EA baseball players at UDEL. Maggie Familetti and the rest of the members of Temple University’s a capella group Singchronize performed for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama December 2014 at the White House. Prior to their performance, President Obama asked the members of Singchronize

Mary Jarvis took her junior year abroad as an American Studies and English major in Washington, DC at the Cornell campus in Du-

2013 Class Agents: James Costalas and Megan Kilcullen Patrick McCarthy writes: “I have interned for Senator King in Augusta, ME this past year and will work for Senator Casey in Philadelphia, this summer. After that I will be studying abroad in Capetown, South Africa for the fall semester.”

Willow Frederick reports: “I will be working as a Content Manager at Fresco News on Park Avenue in the Flatiron District, New York.

I am a Journalism and Psychology Major and made the Dean’s Honors List for this past school year. I worked during the year as a Research Assistant in an NYU Social Psychology Laboratory. I also won the Dean’s Undergraduate Research Fund (DURF)--funding to conduct my own experiment next year, which will focus on inter-

racial social relations in stressful situations. In the fall of 2015 I will be studying abroad in Madrid, Spain, and could not be more excited, although I’ll still miss New York! I even got to meet up with the famed Dr. Pearcy, Hon. for lunch and a stroll in Washington Square Park! It was very nice to see him while he was there for meetings. I also ran into Intesar Janjua ’14 an NYU freshman this past year, and Michael Eichert ’12 an NYU Junior this past school year, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art an NYU event -three generations of EA/NYU!

2014 Class Agent: Jack Keffer

Caroline Rando writes: “Roby Burch and I sold Team Evie Wristbands with help from our fraternity and sorority, Alpha Tau Omega and Gamma Phi Beta, to support Evie O’Brian’s scholarship fund at EA. We successfully sold all of our wristbands and made $610!! I have attached a picture of Roby, Hilary White ’11 and I at the table selling bracelets. This was from November 3-14, 2014. Hilary is a member of Delta Gamma sorority. Alex Blumenthal ’13 is a member of Robys fraternity, Alpha Tau Omega, and was not able to make it into the picture.”

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M ilestones Marriages Tara Stitchberry ’94 to Bipin Prakash January 15, 2015 Will Wister ’95 to Cindy Lai June 14, 2014 Rob Good ’96 to Meredith Miller September 6, 2014 David Zirilli ’96 to Charli Morris November 14, 2014 James Hunter ’97 to Elaine Budreck August 16, 2014 Ursula MacMullan ’98 to Tanner Rose ’95 September 9, 2014 Rip Noyes ’98 to Jennifer August 29, 2009 Mike Good ’99 to Jocelyn Brown July 2, 2011 Colleen Friedl ’99 to Joshua Brooks September 30, 2006 Jamie Creed ’00 to Carrie Jubinski October 8, 2011 Jack Meyers ’00 to Nicole Iacovelli May 2, 2015 Alexis Petrosa ’00 to Peter Sommers July 2012 Casey Degen ’01 to Brendan Blackwell May 23, 2014 Allison Hathaway ’01 to Justin Matthews July 19, 2014 Mark Juliano ’01 to Nickole September 22, 2012

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Steve McBride ’01 to Alexis George June 18, 2011

Births

Lexy Nicholls ’01 to Jeffrey Allen September 27, 2014

Christian Johnson & Sonia Johnson Finley Katherine Johnson October 12, 2014

Jamie Evans & Kimberly Evans Penn Hinkson Evans March 24, 2015 Carter Wright Evans March 24, 2015

Lisa Smith ’01 to Alan Levy May 26, 2013

1990

1997

John Spofford ’01 to Rose Weiner November 30, 2014 Alice Fortune-Greeley ’02 to Douglas Britt May 17, 2014 Devin Alfano ’03 to Christopher Waters December 13, 2014 Fred Capp ’04 to Veronica Reynolds September 19, 2014 Richard Clark ’04 to Anna December 27, 2013 Zosia Dziembowksa ’04 to Geoffrey Harkins May 9, 2015 Alison Murray ’04 to Erik Burkett May 16, 2015 Lou Calabrese ’05 to Ann Caroline June 2013 Nicole Connelly ’05 to Andrew Diloreto August 2, 2012 Stephan Connelly ’05 to Julie Brennan December 1, 2012 Allie FitzPatrick ’06 to Brett Carey October 3, 2014 Matthew Kraeutler ’06 to Anna Rose June 6, 2015

1988

Amachie Ackah & Carra Ackah Zuri Ackah May 1, 2011 Kayin Ackah September 14, 2012 David Freemann & Amy Freemann Hazel Freemann June 13, 2011 Jack Freemann June 13, 2011

1993 Jennifer (Ounjian) JohnsonBloom & Michael Bloom Olivia Rebecca Bloom August 8, 2013 Alexandra Scarlett Bloom April 10, 2015 Stefan Slowinski & Gisela Slowinski Annita Slowinski January 28, 2015

1994 Gene Woehr & Stephanie Woehr Marisa Woehr Age 5 Dylan Lawson Woehr August 18, 2014

1995 Jeannine (D’Amico) Lemker & Michael Lemker Nicholas Robert Lemker December 11, 2014 Carrie (Long) Greenfield & Jeffrey Greenfield Owen Baker Greenfield May 12, 2015 Will Wister & Cindy Wister Coralie Wister October 27, 2014

1996

Jon Koegel & Kate Koegel Emily Koegel July 27, 2014

1998 Sean Deviney & Sarah Deviney Brynn Ann Deviney August 15, 2013 Grace Christina Deviney February 10, 2015 Andrew Dickey & Emilia Dickey Camila Grace Dickey December 13, 2014 Jenna (Mariano) Griffith & Mark Griffith Lila Griffith August 10, 2009 Nora Griffith October 25, 2012 Rip Noyes & Jennifer Noyes Adeline Noyes September 17, 2012 Andrew Walsh & Colleen Walsh Wesley Scott Walsh January 12, 2015

1999 Colleen (Friedl) Brooks & Joshua Brooks Melody Brooks July 4, 2010 Cassidy Brooks May 28, 2012 Dean Alexander June 14, 2014 Mike Good & Jocelyn Good Olivia Beatrice Good December 16, 2013 Dara (Pettinelli) Kapoor & Neville Kapoor Colette Ketayun Kapoor February 10, 2015

2000

2005

Cecila Collins & Haraldur Gudmundsson Benjamin Haraldsson Gudmundsson August 22, 2014

Lou Calabrese & Ann Calabrese Louis John Calabrese, IV May 9, 2014

Jamie Creed & Carrie Creed Tristan Patrick Creed February 3, 2015 Theo Schell-Lambert & Zoe Vandeveer Crosby Charles Schell-Lambert November 14, 2014 Jennifer (Sharpless) Pimlett & Nicholas Pimlett Beckett Chase Pimlett September 1, 2014 Kimmy (Gardner) Reinking & Daane Reinking Brooklyn Wils Reinking January 28, 2015 Alexis (Petrosa) Sommers & Peter Sommers Elise Sommers March 12, 2015 James Sommers March 12, 2015

2001 Lisa (Smith) Levy & Alan Levy Brandon Lucas Levy February 4, 2015 Sara Samimi & Andrew Budreika Ava Budreika September 6, 2013

2002 Jeffrey Addis & Erin Addis Gideon Michael Addis June 14, 2015 Tom Good & Kristen Good Lyra Anne Good March 27, 2015

2004 Richard Clark & Anna Clark Lucas Kaplan Clark May 31, 2015 Samuel Rogers & Veronica Rogers Madeline Belle Rogers December 6, 2014

Alexandra (Hillyard) Monroe & Perrin Monroe Wheeler Walker Monroe November 6, 2014

Deaths 1933 Richard H. Henry April 11, 2015

1937 Jack R. von Maur, Sr. June 4, 2011 Marcellus J. M. Heppe July 28, 2015

1938 Emlen L. Cresson July 11, 2011 Frank Orthmer Nagle, Jr. January 5, 2015

1940 Frances Coleman December 8, 2014 Bard Quillman June 5, 2015

1942 Powell Evans Adams January 12, 2012 Paul M. Long, Sr. December 10, 2014

1943 Malcolm Coates May 19, 2015 Donald Alan Gordon April 27, 2015

1944 Anthony deH. Bispham July 26, 2015

1945 Ralph W. Brenner May 5, 2015

Albert W. Eastburn, Jr. August 24, 2015

1946 Harris C. Aller, Jr. April 18, 2015 John H. Austin, Jr. March 5, 2015

1947 Edward Brooks Keffer, Jr. March 6, 2015 Wilbur W. Oaks, Jr. June 13, 2015

1948 William Hoke Embick March 31, 2010 James Henry Hurtt, IV May 19, 2015

1958 William H. Hagar June 14, 2014

1962 Albert E. Smith February 20, 2015 Geoffrey L. B. Walton January 10, 2015

1964 Otis Keener Earle December 28, 2014

1965 William Mitchell Clyde July 1, 2015 Daniel W. Foster February 19, 2015

1971

Edward J. Leech, III January 11, 2015

Alexander A. Tarsi, III December 23, 2014

1949

1973

Walter M. Mankin, Jr. June 4, 2015

Robert W. Callahan January 27, 2015

1950

1982

Charles B. Chadwick February 18, 2015

Kevin L. Saul June 27, 2015

Robert H. Hutchinson, Jr. June 10, 2015

2012

James D. Winsor, IV April 8, 2015

1951 Arthur M. Largey, Jr. May 18, 2015

1957 Robert W. Bright January 5, 2015 Carl F. Deutsch July 10, 2015

Alexandra V. Bilotti February 21, 2015

2013 Rocco P. Perate, III March, 5, 2015

Honoraries Taylor W. Cole, Hon. June 13, 2015 Thomas R. McNutt, Hon. February 20, 2015

Jackson W. T. Kennedy January 19, 2015 Peter B. Pakradooni February 4, 2015 Richard J. Weiner February 28, 2015

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Forever Episcopal Captain Richard Hall Henry ’33 Captain Richard Hall Henry ’33, a decorated tennis player who once competed in Wimbledon (a unique distinction among EA alumni) and a 2006 inductee into the Episcopal Athletic Hall of Fame, died in Bethesda, MD, on April 11th, 2015 at the age of 99.

“Dick” was born January 14th, 1916 in Philadelphia, PA. During his eight years at The Episcopal Academy, Dick held an affinity for learning foreign languages and was well regarded for his athletic achievements. In his senior year, Dick earned a letter playing baseball, captained the squash team, and was recognized as the powerful force of the tennis team.

Following his studies at Episcopal, Dick spent a year at Chillon College, a British boarding school in Montreux, Switzerland, and as co-captain of their tennis team, led them to the Swiss interscholastic championship. Dick would go on to earn a BS in Economics at the University of Virginia in 1938, while also captaining their tennis squad.

Dick would eventually compete in Wimbledon in 1951 and belonged to the International Lawn Tennis Club of the US. In addition, he was an honorary member of tennis clubs in France, Great Britain, Argentina, and Uruguay.

Dick served his country in the United States Navy for 35 years, retiring in 1976 with the rank of Captain. He met his wife, Paulette after he landed as one of six naval combat intelligence officers in the Allies invasion of southern France at Saint Maxime on August 15, 1944. Dick later held a career post-Navy working in international tourism, his “gateway to peace.” He and Paulette were married 64 years before her passing in 2011.

In his retirement, Dick revisited his lifelong passion for writing poetry and travel narratives. Even at the age of 99, Dick wrote creative, rhyming verse. He is survived by his three daughters: Hope Herbst, Diana Henry, and Paula Henry; his three sons-inlaw: Gary Herbst, Rick Ruess, and Will Straube; and his four grandchildren: Christopher and Nicholas Herbst and Corinne and Ben Straube.

Written by: Christopher Herbst

Dr. C. A. Wayne Hurtubise, Jr. ’49 Dr. C. A. Wayne Hurtubise, Jr.,’49 of Haverford, a physician, gifted athlete, and devoted Episcopal Academy alumnus, died November 10, 2014 in his home at the Quadrangle. He was 83 years old.

Born in Havertown, Dr. Hurtubise graduated from Episcopal Academy in 1949 where he earned 10 varsity letters in football, basketball, and baseball.

But his star shone most brightly on the baseball diamond: He was among the top second basemen ever to come out of Episcopal, the Academy said in a citation.

He continued to excel at sports, especially baseball, at Haverford College. Upon graduation, he was offered professional contracts to play second base for the Pirates, Braves, and Dodgers.

“What a thrill,” Dr. Hurtubise told his family.

Instead, he chose to attend the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, to train as a family physician. He practiced on the Main Line for 37 years and also treated patients at the former

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Haverford State Hospital and Bryn Mawr Hospital; he was doctor and team physician at Episcopal and Agnes Irwin School.

In 1955, he married Angela Giribaldi, a student he had met at Penn. After he retired in 1999, the two traveled to Florida and Italy.

He enjoyed playing golf at the Philadelphia Country Club, dining at the Avalon Yacht Club, and attending Philadelphia Eagles and Episcopal Academy football games.

“He will be remembered for his infectious laughter, love of life, family, sports, and (occasionally) the love of a good manhattan in the company of the people that mattered most,” his relatives said in a statement.

Dr. Hurtubise was inducteed into the The Episcopal Academy Athletic Hall of Fame in 2013.

Surviving are daughters Lauren McKinney, Leslie Steidle Kelly, Sandy Ulmer, Jen Schaeffer, and Meg Wolgamott; 10 grandchildren; and a brother. His wife died in July 2014.

Contributions may be made to Episcopal Academy.

Content excerpted from The Philadelphia Inquirer/Bonnie L. Cook/ Inquirer Staff Writer

Robert W. Callahan ’73 Bob Callahan, the legendary men’s squash coach at Princeton University, died on January 27th. He was 59 years old.

Callahan’s playing and coaching careers were extraordinary.

As an undergraduate at Princeton, he played on three national championship squash teams (1974, 1975, and 1977). The Tigers also won the 1976 six-man tournament and three Ivy League titles (1974, 1975, and 1977). Individually, Callahan was a two-time All American and All-Ivy League team member (1976 and 1977).

During his senior season, Callahan captained the team. The Tigers went 35-2 over Callahan’s playing career.

After college, Callahan worked for IBM, but the Tigers’ coaching vacancy brought him back to Princeton for the 1981 – 1982 season. He intended to stay only one season, but after leading the team to an undefeated season and the national championship, Callahan decided to stay for another 31 years.

From 1981 to 2013, Callahan’s many coaching accomplishments include leading the Tigers team and players to over 300 victories, three national championships (Potter Cups), ten individual titles (Pool Trophies), seven Skillman Awards (senior players and sportsman), two Sloane Awards (team sportsmanship), five intercollegiate doubles titles, eleven Ivy League titles, fourteen Ivy League Players of the Year, and twelve Ivy League Rookies of the Year.

Throughout Callahan’s coaching career, he was an active member of the Men’s College Squash Association Executive Committee. For years, he took on the arduous task of team and individual rankings, including arranging the draws for the men’s individual championships. He served as the MCSA president several times, including from 2009 – 2012, a time of substantial growth and professionalism of the league. In the 1990s, he was instrumental in transitioning the intercollegiate game from hardball to softball squash.

Aside from collegiate squash, Callahan had a tremendous impact on squash throughout the United States. In the early 1980s, he launched the Princeton Squash Camps, which became the

prototype for the numerous squash camps that are in operation today. Through his camps, Callahan coached hundreds of junior players and influenced countless coaches throughout the world. In 1998, Callahan arranged for the World Junior Men’s Championships to be held at Princeton University. This was the first time this tournament was held in the United States. In 2012, Callahan was inducted into the US Squash Hall of Fame for his contributions to squash in the United States.

In March of 2014, Callahan’s coaching career was capped with induction into the MCSA Hall of Fame. At the Hall of Fame ceremony, he was also presented with the MCSA Lifetime Achievement Award. The ceremony occurred in front many of his former players, fellow coaches, and squash fans. Although his voice was weakened, he shared his passion for the game and reflected on all that it had given him.

Upon his retirement following the 2012- 2013 season, Callahan told GoPrincetonTigers.com that “It has been a great ride over the last 32 years, and I have so many people to thank who have supported me along the way.” In recognition of Callahan’s impact, in the fall of 2014, Princeton named its men’s squash coaching position the Robert W. Callahan ’77 Head Coach of Men’s Squash.

Callahan’s commitment to his players was well known. He attracted top players to Princeton and he was always able to motivate them. Often he had “five minute” team and individual conversations that lasted over an hour.

One of Callahan’s most memorable coaching victories came at the conclusion of the 2012 season. Princeton was hosting the national championships and faced Trinity College in the finals.

Trinity had captured thirteen consecutive national titles and was up 4-2, appearing poised to a claim number fourteen. Callahan guided his team to three victories in the final round of play, capturing the national title.

After the jubilation of claiming the national title, Callahan felt ill. In the coming days he learned that he had a brain tumor.

Callahan remained positive throughout his three years of treatment. He spent time with family. Last fall, he and his wife Kristen celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary. Together they have five children (Greg, Matt, Peter, Scott, and Tim) and two grandchildren.

Callahan is a 1973 graduate of The Episcopal Academy. He was inducted into The Episcopal Academy Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011.

means of a dial-up terminal connected to a mainframe computer elsewhere. The students worked on paper tape similar to a teletape, his family said.

Among his last students was James “Bruiser” Flint, head basketball coach at Drexel University. Mr. Cole also was a junior varsity baseball coach, a summer camp counselor, and a performer with the Episcopal Academy drama club. “He was the faculty member who had the gumption to appear onstage with the kids,” said his daughter Caroline Cole. “He was a ham.”

Born in Nashville, he was the son of Army Col. Philip P. and Frances Taylor Cole. He grew up in Washington and, later, Bryn Mawr. He graduated from the Haverford School in 1941. While at Haverford, he was coxswain of the varsity crew team that won an Inter-Academic League championship in 1941.

Mr. Cole enrolled at Bowdoin College as a member of the Class of 1945, but did not graduate until 1948 because his studies were interrupted by military service. He received a master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University, in 1951. During the war, he served in the Army Air Forces in England, training fighter pilots.

His first job was a teaching post in Moorestown. Before joining the faculty at Episcopal, he taught math for 16 years at the Harvard School in North Hollywood, Calif., where he had in class the sons of the performers Jonathan Winters, Donna Reed, and Fred MacMurray.

In retirement, he moved to Nashua, N.H., and turned his teaching experience into a brief political career—he successfully ran for the local school board in 1997 and served for almost four years.

An avid sailor in his youth, he won the Governor’s Cup in the G22 Under-16 Nationals. A self-taught carpenter, he enjoyed building furniture for his family as well as a small sailing dinghy.

He was married to Mary Ann Muth Cole. Early in his marriage he learned to sew, making mother-daughter dresses for his wife and four daughters every Easter. He taught his daughters to sew.

Besides his wife of 64 years, he is survived by daughters Cynthia Cole, Charlotte, and Suzanne ’85; sons Christopher ’73, Clement ’75, Carleton ’76, Clifford, and Curtis ’82; 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister.

Contributions may be made to the Taylor W. Cole Book Fund at Episcopal Academy, 1785 Bishop White Dr., Newtown Square, Pa. 19073, or to the Travis Manion Foundation, Box 1485, 164 E. State St., Doylestown, Pa. 18901.

Reprinted with permission from the College Squash Associate/Michael Bello/College Squash Association Writer

Content excerpted from The Philadelphia Inquirer/Bonnie L. Cook/ Inquirer Staff Writer

Taylor W. Cole, Hon. Taylor W. Cole, Hon., 92, of Chestnut Hill, a pioneer in high school computer instruction as well as a sailor and a father of nine, died Saturday, June 13, of Alzheimer’s disease at Arbor Terrace at Chestnut Hill.

Mr. Cole taught mathematics and computer science at Episcopal Academy from 1967 to 1987. He was known for his ability to engage and support all students, particularly those who had little confidence in their math skills.

In the late 1960s and early 1970s, long before the advent of the personal computer, Mr. Cole taught computer programming by

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Memory Lane

AN EA RELIC

RETURNS TO CAMPUS

Alumni Weekend brought many alumni back to campus in May, anxious to catch up with classmates and reminisce. For some it was their first visit to the Newtown Square campus.

During the Class of ’65 alumni celebration dinner, Peter Magee ‘65 shared a wonderful story about Episcopal’s move from Juniper Street in Philadelphia out to the Merion campus. He recalled a man named Rudy who was a popular long-time janitor at the school. Over the years, Rudy had collected a lot of artifacts from EA. Many were to be thrown away during the move.

As Peter and Rudy’s friendship developed over the years, Rudy offered Peter a Civil War era clock that once hung in the Juniper Street campus. Peter explained to classmates that he paid Rudy ten dollars for the clock and has been waiting for the right moment to present it back to his alma mater.

Peter explained, “I have been holding onto this clock for all of these years, waiting for the right time. Tonight, it seems like just the right time, so we present this clock to you, T.J.” With a teary eye, Greville Haslam Head of School Dr. T.J. Locke proudly accepted this precious EA artifact.

The clock is now proudly displayed in his office.

Dr. Locke shared, “I was overwhelmed with the passion these alumni had for Episcopal, and I was honored they were asking me to continue the rich traditions of our great school.”

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The Episcopal Fund: Supporting the Episcopal Experience

Gifts to The Episcopal Fund enhance our capacity for teaching and learning by helping to provide the tools required for an exceptional Episcopal education. These include: • Current technology for all units • Middle and Upper School drama productions • Lower School supplies for more than 400 students • Athletic teams • Lower and Middle School field trips • Community Service projects Participation in The Episcopal Fund demonstrates your support for the Mission of our School. A gift of any size to The Episcopal Fund impacts our faculty and students every day.

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We invite you to and make a gift to The Episcopal Fund today. Your gift makes a difference in the lives of our students.

For more information, please contact Carter Learnard, Director of The Episcopal Fund, at clearnard@episcopalacademy.org or 484-424-1760. You can also make a gift online at www.episcopalacademy.org.

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Alumni Weekend Save-the-Date Friday, April 29 Saturday, April 30 Visit Episcopal’s campus this spring to:

Visit with your classmates at your reunion dinner and cocktail reception

Attend a class with current EA students Watch EA athletes compete Take a class designed especially for Alumni taught by current EA faculty Alumni Weekend is a great time to see firsthand our students’ experiences. Learn how Episcopal has changed…and how it has remained the same.

For more information, contact Bruce Konopka at 484-424-1779 or bkonopka@episcopalacademy.org.