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Letters from the Head of School & Director of Advancement Life Lessons Under the Open Sky: My Journey with Outdoor Education

by Ellie Navarro-Monzo, Class of 2025

Climbing Higher: How Outdoor Education Shaped My Journey at Key

by Kyle LaPointe, Class of 2026

Alumni/ae/x Spotlight with Julia Lamb, Class of 2013

A Family’s Journey: How Key Athletics Shapes Grit, Growth and Community

by Pat Woodward

Innovation Lab Q&A with Ashley Fortino

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AN UPDATE ON OUR MURAL TRADITION

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’23-’24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS

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’23-’24 DONOR & VOLUNTEER LISTS

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a message from Matthew Nespole

Key continues to be a place of learning and laughter, underpinned by a commitment to academic excellence. We are fortunate to be in a community of learning where children bring a seriousness of purpose to their efforts while also understanding the importance of meaningful relationships—and, yes, fun! It truly takes a village to foster and nurture that community, and your generosity is the bedrock on which we build.

The philanthropic support from families, faculty, staff, and alums speaks volumes about the commitment of the Key community. During the 2023-2024 school year, your spirit of generosity resulted in over $1.4 million in support of our students. These resources help us provide the dynamic educational experience that inspires and challenges students, fulfilling our Mission to help them become informed, thoughtful and constructive members of society.

Beyond your financial contributions, the countless volunteer hours you provided brought our community to life through memorable events. Key’s 5K/10K & Family Fun Run and the Annapolis Book Festival were both hugely successful, connecting Key to the greater Annapolis community.

My heartfelt thanks go out to all those who contributed to Key and the fabulous core of volunteers and Parents’ Association leaders for their efforts to build community and support our program. Key is not simply a place where children go to school—it is a place they come to. They arrive with enthusiasm and curiosity that your support helps ignite, empowering them to explore their interests, gain confidence in their abilities, and believe in themselves.

Your generosity helps all of our students fulfill their potential.

Regards,

Matthew Nespole Head of School

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introducing Key Notes!

Dear Friends, As the Director of Advancement, I am honored to present Key Notes, previously the Report on Philanthropy, our new Impact report. Key Notes is more than a record of generosity—it celebrates our community's profound impact on the lives of our students, faculty, and the broader Key School family.

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Every gift made to Key is a vote of confidence in our mission to foster curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. It is a testament to the shared belief that education is a powerful force for good. Thanks to your support, we continue to cultivate a vibrant environment where students are encouraged to explore, challenge, and grow into compassionate, engaged citizens of the world.

In the following pages, you will find stories that bring your generosity to life.

From innovative classroom projects and dynamic professional development for our teachers to the exploration of our students both on and off campus, these stories demonstrate the far-reaching impact of your commitment.

Together, we are creating opportunities that will shape the lives of our students for years to come.

As you read the 2023-2024 report, I hope you feel the pride and gratitude we at Key feel every day. Your belief in the work we do fuels our ability to dream bigger, reach further, and achieve more. On behalf of everyone at Key School, thank you for making a difference.

With deepest appreciation,

Kim Teter

Kim Teter Director of Advancement

the Advancem ent team

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by Ellie Navarro-Monzo, Class of 2025

Key Schools’ Outdoor Education Department is a lively community that has welcomed me since joining Key in sixth grade. Paul Bayne, the Outdoor Education Department head, has significantly impacted our School by imparting his knowledge to every student in his presence. I have been very fortunate to experience his mentorship over the past seven years, as I have been on camping trips and have been a member of his Outdoor Leadership activity since arriving at Key. Through Paul and other faculty members within the department, I have been equipped with many valuable skills that I will be able to take with me into the world, after my graduation in June.

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rom my Outdoor Education experiences, I have been able to learn, internalize and put into practice both hard and soft skills. Hard skills include; how to read maps and apply our abilities to guide our peers through national parks, the steps to successfully set up all types of tents that are used throughout the program camping trips, learning how to tie all sorts of knots, how to communicate with others through the walkie-talkies, and how to cook various meals using the correct processes to get the outdoor stoves from just a collection of pieces to a functioning gas-powered stovetop. I have also been lucky enough to have the opportunity to become belay-certified through the assistance of Paul Bayne and the Outdoor Education Department. One day after school, a handful of other students and I took a trip to a local climbing gym to complete the program.

After the evening was over, I passed the tests and was granted my certification. I get to apply this by belaying my classmates and even faculty members on our trips that involve rock climbing. This opportunity has made such a positive impact on myself and others because I have been able to help both my teachers and peers with skills that have been passed down to me. I have gained a sense of purpose from this, as I became not just a participant in the trips but a tool that others can rely on.

In contrast to the many technical skills I’ve gained from my time in the Outdoor Education Program, soft skills also have been very valuable to my growth. Soft skills include learning effective communication techniques, problem-solving and environmental stewardship. When students are out on these trips, we have to be each other’s support system as we step into new environments as a team. I am much more confident in my ability to adapt in situations that initially would have been seen as intimidating, but now I see them as opportunities for personal development. I am grateful for these skills because they not only have benefitted me in the backcountry, but I can bring my feeling of empowerment to the classroom. Whether it is making contributions to the discussion in one of Key School’s Civ classes or performing a skit and speaking a new language in my Arabic IV class. As a result, I have gained immense personal broadening, from becoming comfortable speaking and voicing my ideas, to learning how to overcome adversity. The Outdoor Education Program teaches its students the Leave No Trace principles from our very first camping trip in sixth grade for us to do our part in taking care of our planet.

The principle is a set of ethics that we follow to ensure that we leave all environments where we spend time in a cleaner and better space than upon our arrival. We all spread out on the campsite and collect any trash that we and others have left behind.

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I have gained a sense of purpose, as I became not just a participant in the trips but a tool that others can rely on.”

Thanks to our generous donors to the Zag Fund -

Outdoor Education. You make these experiences possible!

Another very impactful aspect of the Outdoor Education Program is its ability to connect to what students are learning within the classroom. Prime examples of this are in tenth and eleventh grade. In sophomore year, when students are taking the Modern Civilizations course and learning about early industrialization, we visit the Hagley Museum and Library, where we participate in a guided tour of the Dupont Powder Mill in Wilmington, DE, as part of our camping trip through the Brandywine River Valley. Then in the final week of junior year, while completing our Integrated Science: Systems course, we conducted our science final during a week-long camping trip on the beaches of Assateague Island. After concluding a year of learning about an organism’s relationship with ecological systems, during our camping trip we take data from the dunes, marsh and forests of the island. After the trips, we come back to school and create a report of our findings and the relationships that we discovered on the island.

I believe the best part of this wonderful Program lies in something much simpler­­—its innate ability to bring grades closer as a whole class. For years, students come back from these camping trips and feel even more bonded with the peers they see every day in the classroom. I have witnessed firsthand that on these multi-day trips, we are all living together, cooking meals together, playing games together, laughing together, and learning more about our place in this community. In evening circles, when we share our high and low points, one by one each student speaks as everyone else is listening, a true feeling of being heard. Although on our trips, our days are filled with activities, my favorite memories stem from moments when we have free time. Usually, these moments are found after we all eat dinner and have downtime.

Students can be found playing games of spike ball, playing card games around a table, or making s’mores in the midst of laughing around the campfire. The ability that the Outdoor Education Program has to create experiences for you to converse with people you don’t typically talk to during the school day is fantastic, transforming grades from feeling just like a class, to a true community outside of your home.

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Climbing Higher H O W O U T D O O R E D U C AT I O N S H A P E D M Y J O U R N E Y AT K E Y

by Kyle LaPointe, Class of 2026 Throughout my twelve years at Key, the Outdoor Education Program has been one of the most influential parts of my experience. From my first trip to Colonial Williamsburg to my most recent trip to the Shenandoah River, the Outdoor Education Program has allowed me to develop as a person. During these trips, students learn how to organize, facilitate and navigate their peers when we are all pushing ourselves outside our comfort zones.

Because one of the core aspects of Outdoor Education trips is to push ourselves outside our comfort zones, we often find a sense of community in the more challenging aspects. Regardless of what trip, from 5th grade to 12th, there is always a bond formed during the trip that has a noticeable and lasting impact on the school community.

Outdoor Education also allows students to connect to their curriculum and encourages us to step into the shoes of the culture we learn about before and during these trips. I have always appreciated the integration of the School curriculum into the trips because students to whom the prospect of camping or hiking may not be enthralling can always find connections to a science class or a history class, allowing them to be still involved. Including these subjects in our trips also allows our teachers and other staff members to get engaged. This also gives us a chance to deepen our connections with the leaders of our community.

In the spring of 2024, I had a chance to experience a different facet of Key’s out-of-school community building through an international trip to Thailand. From fishing on a floating houseboat to visiting night markets, there were many opportunities for students and staff alike to explore. During the trip, we had a balance of free time to explore independently and structured activities with our group. I had never traveled anywhere that did not have a predominantly English-speaking population. This experience allowed me to experience a culture I had very little knowledge of in an immersive and down-to-earth way. This was due to the competency of the travel agency we partnered with and the willingness the Key School staff embodied throughout the trip. Not only did my trip to Thailand embolden my cultural knowledge, but it also allowed me to gain confidence in talking to and approaching my peers. After just a week, a hodgepodge group of students, all stemming from relatively different parts of the school community, formed a mutual bond that I hadn't experienced through any other avenue of

my life. I will forever remember my trip to Thailand because of the staff that supported us, the cultural perspective I gained, and most importantly, the bonds that I gained and still maintain to this day.

Additionally, putting students in situations where they are treated as peers by their teachers and role models empowers them to take on leadership positions. This empowers students to take leadership positions in our general school community as well. Personally, being encouraged to take on leadership roles has given me the confidence to branch out and take on larger responsibilities both inside and outside of school.

The most impactful trip I have had with Key is the 10th-grade fall trip to Carderock. I thoroughly enjoyed this trip because it was the first time I had ever gotten to truly backpack. The main reason why I loved the Carderock trip was because it introduced me to rock climbing.

Throughout the Carderock trip, we were allowed to climb the outside routes, and we were able to try our hand at climbing in an indoor rock climbing gym. During this trip, I fell in love with the idea of rock climbing, and subsequently, I started thinking of ways to climb in my day-to-day life. After much daydreaming and plotting with my friends, I started talking to some of my teachers on the trip about how to orchestrate a climbing club at Key. At first, this wild fantasy of a Key School climbing club was nothing more than that, but quickly, through my peers' help and my teacher's encouragement, the idea became more and more concrete. After returning to our regularly scheduled school, I quickly sought help from our athletic staff and the Outdoor Education staff and put my plan into action.

Because of my Carderock trip and the support of my peers and teachers, the Key School Climbing Club was formed in the winter of 2023 and has continued to this day.

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Regardless of what trip, from 5th grade to 12th, there is always a bond formed during the trip that has a noticeable and lasting impact on the school community.”

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to Forbes 30 Under 30 P IO NEER IN G SUSTAIN ABLE E N ERGY WITH JULIA LAMB, Class of 2013

Julia Lamb ’13 has made waves as a scientist and entrepreneur, earning a spot on Forbes 2025 30 Under 30 in Energy and Green Tech. Her groundbreaking work focuses on revolutionizing battery technology by replacing lithium with sodium, making energy storage both more affordable and more sustainable. After completing her Ph.D., Julia has transitioned into the exciting phase of commercializing her research, a journey she describes as both lucky and deeply rewarding. Her passion for innovation and commitment to sustainable solutions exemplify the impact of curiosity and persistence in science.

Reflecting on her time at Key, Julia fondly remembers Lee Zanger’s chemistry class, noting it solidified her love for the subject. Julia also cherishes the memories of camping trips and the unique connections with her teachers. It was at Key that she learned the value of asking for help, a skill that set her apart from her peers post Key. For recent graduates entering the sciences, she emphasizes the importance of hands-on lab experience and encourages a mindset of curiosity—questioning everything to uncover new possibilities. To her, being a Key alum means embracing lifelong learning and respecting the natural world. For current students and alums, Julia shares that with every challenge overcome and skill acquired, life becomes less intimidating and more fulfilling. Amazing work, Julia!

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For us, Key Athletics has been a place where our children learn to navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and support their peers.”

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A FA M I LY’S J O U R N EY H O W K E Y AT H L E T I C S S H A P E S G R I T, G R O W T H A N D C O M M U N I T Y

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by Pat Woodward, Key Parent, ’25 & ’29

ur family’s connection to Key Athletics runs deep.

For our son, Angus, and daughter, Holly, the playing fields, courts and sidelines are more than just places to compete—they’re arenas where they’ve learned resilience, teamwork and the thrill of shared success. Angus has explored his talents across four sports: soccer, basketball, baseball, and Middle School lacrosse. Holly, too, has embraced the challenge of Middle School soccer and basketball.

These moments of discovery and growth remind us of Teddy Roosevelt’s famous words about being “the Man in the Arena,” striving valiantly, no matter the outcome. For Angus, stepping into the role of lacrosse goalie in sixth grade epitomized that courage. It wasn’t easy (oof!), but each bump built a reservoir of grit he’d draw upon for life. Watching Holly’s poise and purpose on the soccer field and basketball court has been equally inspiring, as she grows into her confidence and finds joy in the journey.

Sports at Key have not only been a cornerstone of our children’s development but also a meaningful experience for me as a parent and coach. My own coaching journey began by teaming up with Carlos Peña to guide the Middle School Boys’ Soccer team. Those days were full of laughter and life lessons, as we encouraged the boys to have fun, improve their skills, and talk to each other. It often felt like herding cats, but seeing their growth—both as players and individuals—was immensely rewarding.

When the soccer season gave way to winter, I transitioned to coaching Middle School Boys’ Basketball. My mantra was simple: find joy in the game, talk to teammates, and adapt like water—flow to open spaces.

Hustle and heart became our team identity. Assists, my favorite stat line, became a metaphor for life: when you help others succeed, everyone wins.

As the pandemic began to ease, I was honored to join the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) Varsity Baseball team alongside Coach Gary Gallant. Gary had nurtured a remarkable group of players, and I happily returned to my agrarian roots—plowing infields, chalking base paths, and ensuring the team had a field of dreams. The team’s spirited efforts and growth produced back-toback MIAA Championships in 2022 and 2023, moments our family will treasure forever.

Beyond baseball, we’ve been thrilled to watch Varsity Soccer Coach Jake Rainey inspire the next generation of athletes, including Angus. Sharing tips from my own days as a goalkeeper at Davidson College (a few decades ago!) allowed me to connect with my son on a deeper level while helping him and his teammates strengthen their defense. The “surreal” MIAA Soccer Championship was a triumph not just for the team but for the entire Key community.

Sports are more than just games; they are shared experiences that bond families and communities. For us, Key Athletics has been a place where our children learn to navigate challenges, celebrate victories and support their peers. Watching them grow into confident, compassionate individuals who strive toward shared goals has been one of the greatest joys of parenting.

The lessons learned on the field extend far beyond the game. Angus and Holly are learning to persevere, communicate effectively and adapt to new situations— all skills that will serve them well as they transition from teenagers to adults. Just as importantly, they’re learning the value of community and the power of working together toward something greater than themselves.

These transformative experiences wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of the Key community. The Zag Fund ensures our athletes have access to exceptional coaches, quality equipment and safe transportation—all critical to building a successful sports program. This support enables our children to compete, grow and create lasting memories.

The Key Athletics program is not just about winning championships (though those are exciting!); it’s about shaping young people into resilient, empathetic and team-oriented individuals. Whether it’s the joy of a first goal, the lessons learned from a tough loss, or the friendships forged on and off the field, these moments define our children’s journey—and ours as a family.

We are deeply grateful to be part of the Key community, where sports are not just extracurriculars but essential experiences that help our kids— and us—grow. Let’s keep the momentum going, for our children today and the generations to come.

Go ZAGS !!!!!!

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Innovation Lab updates made possible by the Sarma-Ramani Family Fund for Innovation

Ashley’s journey to Key School is a testament to her passion for STEM and her belief in the transformative power of education. Thanks to her leadership—and the support of a dedicated community—the future of STEM at Key looks brighter than ever.

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From Pumpkin Chunking to Building Futures A Q&A WITH ASHLEY FORTINO ON K E Y S C H O O L’ S S T E M R E V O L U T I O N

Middle & Upper School Innovation Lab Coordinator Ashley Fortino’s passion for STEM and teaching shines through in every conversation. From her journey to Key School to her big dreams for the STEM program, she’s shaping the next generation of engineers with creativity, dedication and a touch of fun. In this Q&A, Ashley shares insights into her teaching philosophy, classroom projects and how community support is making a difference.

Q: What brought you to Key School, and what excites you most about teaching here?

It’s such a wild story! A couple of Key teachers had daughters in the same ballet class as my daughter, and we got to talking about how much our kids loved the Key School summer camps. They asked if I’d ever consider teaching, and I joked that I’d only do it if I could run an innovation center—which seemed oddly specific at the time. As it turned out, they’d just learned there was an opening for such a role! It felt like fate, and I couldn’t pass up the chance to make a difference in a new way.

What excites me most is getting back to what made me fall in love with engineering as a kid.

I was always tinkering, breaking things apart, and building solutions. Now, I get to do that with my students and see their enthusiasm for STEM grow.

Q: Did you always love STEM, or was there a moment when it clicked for you?

No clicking was necessary—I’ve always loved STEM. My dad was a nuclear engineer, and I got my first computer when I was four. Back then, that was rare! I’ve known I wanted to be an engineer for as long as I can remember.

I tell my students that engineering isn’t just something I do; it’s who I’ve always been.

Q: What are some of the cool projects your students are working on?

In Middle School, we’re focusing on accessibility on campus. Students are empathizing with users, identifying problems, and brainstorming solutions. It’s incredible to see their creativity and thoughtfulness. Soon, they’ll present prototypes or reports outlining their ideas.

In Upper School, my advanced engineering students are working on mini capstone projects. Each student picks something they’re passionate about—whether it’s designing a tech lighting board for theater or researching engineering ethics. It’s all about giving them space to explore what excites them.

I tell my seniors that their connection to Key doesn’t end at graduation. We’re building a network of like-minded, passionate individuals who can support each other long after they leave. Alumni can mentor current students, share their college and career experiences, and even help guide projects.

Q: What’s your vision for the future of the STEM program at Key? My dream is to have a fully developed engineering track where students can take STEM-focused courses every semester. At the end of their time here, I’d love for students to complete capstone projects that allow them to dive deep into their interests, gain hands-on experience, and even contribute to the broader engineering community.

We’re already fostering connections between Middle and Upper School students, particularly through robotics. Middle Schoolers get to see what the older kids are working on, which inspires them to continue in STEM. It’s about creating a legacy and a sense of belonging in this community.

The goal isn’t to replace college-level engineering but to give students exposure and skills they’ll need to succeed. Whether it’s writing technical reports or learning engineering ethics, I want them to leave Key prepared and inspired.

Q: The Innovation Lab has grown a lot this year.

What made that possible?

The Zag Fund! community support has been absolutely essential in expanding and enhancing the lab. With the new tools and resources we’ve added, students can bring their ideas to life in ways that weren’t possible before. It’s not just about the equipment—it’s about showing the students that their school and community believe in their potential. That kind of support makes all the difference.

Q: How do you see the wider community— parents, alum, and others—getting involved in the STEM program?

Q: Any fun events you’d like to see at Key? Absolutely! Hosting a robotics competition is high on my list. It’s a great way to bring the community together and showcase what our students are capable of.

And then, of course, there’s my passion project—an annual pumpkin chunkin’ competition. We started small this year with medicine balls, but next year, we need real pumpkins. It’s a fun, hands-on way to get students excited about STEM. Q: When you’re not teaching or geeking out about STEM, what are you into?

Oh, I have a few guilty pleasures! I’m a huge fan of reality TV—I’m basically a trivia expert at this point. I also love gardening, which I’ve gotten really into over the past few years. Believe it or not, I use CAD software to design my garden layouts—it’s the perfect blend of engineering and relaxation.

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Advancing Literacy THROUGH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT T H E I M PAC T O F T H E

P L A I N TA L K A B O U T L I T E R ACY & LEARNING CONFERENCE

At Key School, our commitment to excellence in education extends beyond the classroom and is deeply rooted in a culture of continuous growth and development. Thanks in part to the generous donors to the Zag Fund - Professional Development during the 2023–2024 academic year, our Lower School Division Head, Learning Department and First and Second Grade faculty attended the renowned Plain Talk Literacy Conference. This opportunity exemplifies our dedication to providing educators with evidence-based professional development that directly benefits our students.

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t Key, professional development is not just an occasional endeavor but a foundational practice embedded in our culture. Key’s Professional Development is guided by our Instructional Best Practices tool, which helps design and facilitate learning experiences that uphold and demonstrate the values and mission of Key. We encourage and expect teachers to stay at the forefront of best practices in teaching and learning. From content knowledge to instructional strategies, these experiences equip our faculty to implement deep, meaningful learning opportunities for students from Key Wee– Grade 12, fostering an exceptional learning environment supported by gifts to the Zag Fund designated for professional development.

THE SCIENCE OF READING: A PHONICS-BASED APPROACH

The Plain Talk Literacy Conference focuses on how neuroscience informs reading instruction. Sessions delved into the science of reading, exploring what happens in the brain as children learn to decode and develop fluency. This aligns with Key School’s phonicsbased approach, helping students build a strong foundation in literacy. By incorporating tools like the University of Florida Literacy Institute program, our teachers apply research-validated methods proven effective in classrooms nationwide.

BRINGING IT HOME: PLAIN TALK AT KEY SCHOOL

Plain Talk has influenced classroom practices by introducing teachers to innovative methods to reinforce phonics skills and implement evidence-based strategies for enhancing comprehension.

As students progress through First and Second Grade, they transition from learning to read to reading to learn. At this stage, units of study integrate social studies and language arts topics, providing opportunities for students to engage with a variety of texts while

developing critical thinking skills. Teachers focus on improving comprehension and fluency through whole-class lessons and targeted, data-driven instruction.

To support this critical transition and enhance instructional practices, Kaeli Rathmann ’11, Lower School Learning Specialist and Instructional Coach, leads a Professional Learning Community (PLC) with Lower School teachers focused on Small Group Instruction. In this collaborative cohort, teachers analyze data, review student work, practice conferring with students, explore reading strategies, and plan instruction based on best practices from the conference.

This continued emphasis on instructional excellence ensures students receive rigorous and individualized learning experiences, aligning with the science of reading and research-driven methods to support young readers. The influence of Plain Talk has been instrumental in shaping Key’s PLC’s, fostering collaboration and driving impactful changes in instructional practices.

THE ROLE OF PHILANTHROPY IN EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Attending the Plain Talk About Literacy and Learning Conference was made possible through the generosity of Key’s supporters.

Philanthropic contributions provide resources that allow our teachers to access high-quality professional development. This not only enhances classroom instruction but also ensures that Key remains a leader in evidence-based education.

As we move forward, the insights gained at Plain Talk will continue to shape how we teach literacy at Key, ensuring our students develop the critical skills they need to succeed. Key’s Kindergarten team looks forward to attending in February of 2025. Thank you for making this invaluable learning opportunity possible!

Thanks to our generous donors to the Zag Fund - Professional Development!

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I N S I G H T S F R O M O U R T E AC H E R S : H I G H L I G H T S F R O M T H E P L A I N TA L K Our faculty regularly engage in reflective practices and goal-setting to identify areas for growth. Thought-provoking questions like “Where can I grow as an educator?” and “What practice can I focus on this year?” guide teachers toward professional development opportunities that align with Key School’s commitment to Best Practices. Hear directly from our teachers about the impact professional development has on their teaching.

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I enjoyed being in a community with other literacy educators, learning from the knowledgeable presenters, and getting to debrief each day of the conference with my colleagues who also attended.

I returned to campus after the conference re-energized and excited to put into practice some of the instructional strategies I learned from the workshops I attended and share my learning with other teachers as the instructional coach.”

Kaeli Rathmann ’11, Lower School Learning Specialist and Instructional Coach

Plain Talk provided me with practical tools and strategies that have enriched my teaching and directly benefited my students. Professional development like this empowers teachers to bring the latest research into the classroom, ultimately making a meaningful difference in students’ learning experiences.”

Dr. Angie Cunningham, Head of the First and Lower School Learning Department

One of the sessions I attended that really struck a chord with me was focused on comprehension. We know that according to Scarborough’s Reading Rope, the elements of language comprehension include background knowledge, vocabulary, language structure, verbal reasoning, and literacy knowledge. The session I attended emphasized the importance of using language and idea-rich texts for read-alouds and discussion. This summer when we built out our social studies units, we included diverse, multimodal texts to enrich the units which expose students to engaging text that enhances reading comprehension skills and enables our students to build background knowledge.”

Kera Matsui, Second Grade Teacher

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MURAL TRADITION UPDATE At Key School, our walls have always told stories. The class murals are a cherished tradition, celebrating the memories and milestones of each graduating class. They’ve become a living tapestry of the Key School experience, and we are so proud to continue honoring this tradition!

As the years have passed, the abundance of murals has left us with a wonderful challenge: we’re running out of space! To ensure future classes can leave their mark and to keep our campus facilities in top condition, we’re excited to introduce a mural rotation schedule.

Here’s how it will work: • 10-YEAR CYCLE: Each mural will remain on display for at least ten years.

• PRESERVATION: Before a mural is retired, it will be carefully photographed and archived to ensure its legacy is preserved for years to come. Additionally, the class will be notified and given the opportunity to visit and celebrate their mural before it is retired.

• SPACE FOR FUTURE CLASSES: This rotation will allow us to create space for new murals while celebrating the spirit of past ones.

This plan not only addresses our limited wall space but also supports the upkeep of our buildings, ensuring our campus remains a welcoming and inspiring place for future generations.

We know these murals are meaningful, and we want your input as we begin this process. If you have questions, suggestions, or stories about your class mural, we’d love to hear from you!

Thank you for being part of this vibrant tradition and for your ongoing support of Key School.

Together, we’ll keep our walls—and our community—alive with memories.

Warm regards,

Carly Schofield

Carly Schofield, Director of Alumni and Donor Relations

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a message from the

president of the board

As President of the Board of Trustees and a proud Key School parent, I am honored to reflect on the extraordinary year our school has had. The Impact Report provides an opportunity to celebrate our community’s achievements, share our aspirations for the future, and reaffirm our commitment to fostering a learning environment that inspires curiosity, creativity and compassion.

Key School is more than an academic institution; it is a place where students grow into thoughtful, engaged and resilient individuals. This year, we’ve witnessed our students excel in academics, athletics and the arts while living the values that make Key so unique. From our youngest learners in the First School to our seniors preparing to leave their mark on college and the world, our students have demonstrated the courage to ask questions, the initiative to tackle challenges, and the empathy to support one another.

As a parent, I have seen firsthand the profound impact of a Key education. My family is deeply grateful for the extraordinary teachers, dedicated staff and visionary leaders who nurture our children and guide their journeys. Our faculty and staff not only impart knowledge but also ignite a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Their passion and dedication inspire us all.

This year, the Board of Trustees has been focused on ensuring that Key remains a place where every student can thrive. From strategic investments in our facilities to enhancing our financial aid program, we are committed to making the Key experience accessible and enriching for all families. Our robust sustainability initiatives, continued curriculum innovation, and emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion are vital elements of this mission.

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Key School is more than an academic institution; it is a place where students grow into thoughtful, engaged, and resilient individuals.”

The successes detailed in this report are a testament to the strength of our community. Key’s accomplishments would not be possible without the support of parent/guardian, alums, faculty, staff, and friends who share a deep belief in the power of education. Your generosity—through time, talent and resources—fuels the vision of our School and enables us to dream bigger.

As we look to the future, I am filled with hope and excitement for what lies ahead.

Together, we will continue to build on Key’s legacy of excellence while remaining true to the values that set us apart. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey.

With gratitude and optimism,

John Hilbert John Hilbert President of the Board of Trustees Key School Parent ’27 SPRING 2025

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B OA R D O F T R U S T E E S 2 0 2 3 - 2 0 2 4 John Hilbert Board President

Matthew Nespole Head of School

Alanna Wright Board Vice President

Tom Rossini Director of Enrollment and Outreach

Lakshmi Ramani Board Secretary Colin Harrington Board Treasurer Board Members Mark Beganz Thomas Baum Peter Biché March Bishop ‘04 Julius Clark Elyse Colgan ‘03 Leander J. Foley III Joan Gillece* Michael Glass Joseph Janney III Wesley Jones Kenneth Kissel ‘86 Elizabeth Lapczynski William Mapp Troy Mayer ‘06 Matthew McCabe Kara McGuirk-Allison Waldo McMillan Song Pak F. Michael Smith Courtney Spangler Shannon Tower JoAnn Warrick Anna Wood Board Emeriti Missy Attridge* Georgie Berkinshaw* Francis Chaney II ‘75 Howard Cohen Kristin Fusco James Humphrey* *indicates legacy society membership

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Kim Teter Director of Advancement Caroline Ewing Director of Finance and Operations Kate Austin Director of Communications Vanessa Gutierrez Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Noel Gasparin Director of Facilities Nina Austin Director of Academic Technology Brian Michaels Upper School Division Head Dave Magnus Middle School Division Head Kristen Addison Lower School Division Head Becky Fetters First School Division Head Natalie Hood Director of Human Resources Sarah Judd Director of Curriculum & Instruction (Middle & Upper School) Jennifer Ramsey Director of Curriculum & Instruction (First & Lower School)

2023-2024 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS

Expenses

Revenue

Salaries & Benefits

13,173,302

Gross Tuition & Fees

19,916,302

Academic & Student Support

1,398,119

Financial Aid/Remission

-4,212,322

Facilities 1,928,757

Summer at Key

934,645

Debt Service 899,551

Annual Giving & Other Gifts

746,812

Institutional Support 872,504

Endowment 658,822

Summer at Key

Other Revenue 894,895

711,568

Total Receipts 18,939,154

Other Expenses 454,533 Total Disbursements 19,438,334

Total Annual Giving

(restricted & unrestricted)

$789,190

Capital/ Key on Three $63,362

Endowment $19,096

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Donors We are grateful to the nearly 700 parents, alumni/ae/x, parents of alumni/ae/x, faculty and staff, grandparents, past faculty and staff, students, Board members, past Board members, foundations, and organizations that philanthropically supported Key this year.

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222 Severn/W & P Nautical Michael and Cindy Abadie Tom '74 and Angela Abernethy + Titus and Rona Abraham Acquisition, Research & Logistics, Inc. Kristen Addison and Sidney Catlett Sharday and Funmi Adeyosoye Warren Aftahi and Wendy Walker Diderot Alerte James '06 and Lizzie Allsopp Elise Altschuler '12 The American Gift Fund Katie and Chris Anderson Megan Hardy Anderson '01 Ted Anderson Animal Birth Control Annapolis Family Dentistry Annapolis Pediatrics ^ Anonymous/Unknown Donor Chuck Anthony and Iris Krasnow Julita and Myrvin Anthony # Zane Anthony '12 Jamie and Masako Armstrong The Asburkim Family Trust Mark Asbury '81 and Eileen Kim '79 Cindi Asquith Astrid Digital Atlantic Prime Mortgage, LLC Billy Attridge '06 Jimmy '03 and Katherine Attridge ^ Missy and Dan Attridge + Tommy Attridge '10 Kate and Roger Austin Nina Austin Avalon Consulting Group, Inc. Brittanny and Justin Aydelotte Abdul and Sara Ayyad Beth Bafford '02 Mark Baganz and Laurie Salladin + Reginald and Skye Bailey The Bailine Family Baldwin Legal Group, LLC Baltimore Community Foundation Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust + Bank of America Eugene and Trina Barlow Bria Barry Alex and Julie Basile Brent and Catherine Bauer Patricia Baum Thomas and Lisa Baum Baum Foundation Helen Baxt and Jay Adams Jamie and Laura Baxter Dan and Heidi Bay + Gabriela Beavers '15 Michaela Beavers '17 Marina and Sean Becker

Beckman Valdes Family John and Christine Beed Clayton Benaine and Ashmanie Clarke Benevity Community Impact Fund Marcy and Shannon Benil Mike and Pamela Benitez Georgie and Ted Berkinshaw *+ Best Tile Fred and Marti Betz Peter Biché + Betsy Biern '84 and Ted Booth Biern Booth Family Fund Alexia Billiart March Bishop '04 ^ Jonathan and Traci Blunt Jermaine and Metoi Booker Joe Boucher and Michele Perry-Boucher # Claire Fitch Bowdren '08 and Camden Bowdren Peter Bowe '74 and Barbara Stewart # Greg and Jen Bowles Brooke and Jeff Bowman Joshua and Jennifer Bowman Bowman Jarashow Law LLC Brian Boyd and Allie Herr # Steve and Louisa Boyle Kirra Brandon '97 and Gus Stern Joel and Sabrina Braun David and Koren Brewer ^ Brightview Landscapes, LLC Jerome and Erica Brock Marie Brockhurst* + Scott and Anne Brown Zalika Brown Brown Advisory Vicky Brunt Julie and David Burman Raymond and Filiz Byman California Pizza Kitchen Matthew Calise and Tiffany Joly Jeffrey and Kimberlee Canavan Sherry M. Carr Elizabeth Carter Erika and Roger Cartledge Carolyn Casey Craig and Kirsten Casey Lauren Dunleavy Cashion '99 and John Cashion Alex Chairez Hall Chaney '02 and Chelsea Hartman Chaney '07 Kirsten and Jonathan Chapman Jerrol and Jade Charles Chesapeake Birth and Baby Chesapeake Medical Imaging ^ Chesapeake Wealth Management Henry and Shana Christrup

Julius and Cynthia Clark Sue and Ian Clayton CleanBay Renewables CleanNet USA Whitall Clevenger + Kevin and Laura Cline + Carrie Coddington Jason Coddington Howard and Nancy Cohen Elyse Colgan '03 Mark Colton and Renata Lemos Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County Bill and Lesley Cook Kathleen Cooke Jane Cooper and Phil Angell Cathy and David Correll + Steve Correll '00 # Michael Cunningham and Margaret Moresi Ryan and Kate Curry The Daily Crepe Alfred Davis and Janine Haywood Brett and Jessica Davis Christopher and Simona Dean Olu Demuren and Peta LeibaDemuren Jonathan and Chelsea Dennis Marcus and Katherine Dent Kristina Deutsch Ross A. '72 and Sheree Dierdorff Jeannie Berkinshaw Dixon '01 and Kyle Dixon Dodge & Cox # Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat, Inc. Jacqualine Donaldson # Noah '96 and Elina Donaldson David and Anne Dowton Katie Dragos Alice and Scott Drayton Eric and Joelle Drenner Mike and Carol Drum Drum, Loyka and Associates, LLC # Joshua and Michelle DuBois Due East Chris and Amanda Ebley David and Lauren Edwards Katie and Jib '82 Edwards ^ Khalid and Magyn El-Sayed Frances Page Ellerson '13 Jim and Lorraine Ellerson Matt and Valerie Elliott Joel Elmer and Lorna Ditze Juan Espinosa and Mariana Restrep Saeed Essa and Nafisa Mire # Caroline and Brad Ewing + Joshua '95 and Hilary Falk Elissa Favero '01 # Brad and Bailey Feldman #

2023-2024 DONORS

Caileigh L. Feldman Paul and Elspeth Feldman + Robert Feldmann Meghan Ferriter and Kim Webber Becky Fetters and Robert Fish # Fidelity Charitable Bryan Fishback and Diana Markel Keely Reithlingshoefer Fitzpatrick '98 and Sean Fitzpatrick # Bruce Fleming and Meg Murray Roger and Tonya Flynn L. J. and Mindy Foley + Meghan Foley '98 # Catherine Fonfara Alexandra Fotos '72 and Neil Harpe + Paul and Andrea Frank Franklin's Toys, LLC Howard and Liz Freedlander Susan and Bill Fritz # Marcie Frum Milone Jack and Kristin Fusco + Fusco Family Foundation, Inc. Scott Galczynski and Lora Harris Cindy Gales Gabrielle Gallant '17 Grace Gallant '20 Jack Gallant '23 Trish and Gary Gallant + Gallant Government & Law Group Brian Ganz Jon and Carly Gasior Grace Ge and Vincent Zhu Stephen and Caitlin Ginter # Michael and Liz Glass ^ Glass Family Philantropic Fund Todd Glassman and Lori Emrick # Glassman Family Foundation David Gleason and Ann Pailthorp Michael and Courtney Glickman Chris and Robin Goebel Lindsey Ellerson Goebel '01 and Jon Goebel Benjamin Goldeen and Hailey Gosnell Tom '76 and Antonia Golding Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund Maryann and Barry Gosnell GotSneakers, LLC Paul Govatos Michael and Stephanie Graham Kevin Granger and Dalila Harvey-Granger Matthew and Rachel Grasmick Anthony Gray and Lydia Jolivert-Gray Greek on the Street Traviss and Dionna Green Henry and Amanda Gregory Sonia Grover '93 ^ Grump's Cafe

Ann Carter Gudger Glencora Gudger '05 John Michael Gudger '03 Gregg Gumbs and Justice Wright Jose Gutierrez-Nunez and Ana Ibanez HS Tech Group Katherine Haas and Robert Feldmann # Jermand and Angelic Hagan Nabil and Elizabeth Hanano Christopher Quinn Hanchette '87 Harbor Auto Center, LLC Larry Harding Colin and Christina Harrington # Ricardo and Sarah Harris Michael Harrison and Julie Lake Daniel M. Hartmann '92 Rayiner Hashem and Shawna Bray Lee Ann Havard and Sarah Judd # Jermaine and Continia Hawkins Joseph and Jessica Heckwolf Glenn and Mara Hedgecoth Ken and Mollie Heist + Ketsy and Emanuelle Hernandez David and Susan Hickes David and Susan Hickes Charitable Fund John Hilbert and Kenneth Graham # Sarah J. Hinman Kevin Hoffman '90 Niels and Barbara Holch + John and Christine Hollywood Jen and Craig Holt # Leigh Houck and Larry Buc Kate Howlin '21 Catherine and Matt Hudson Hudson & Fouquet Salon ^ Paul and Beth Huwe IMC Water Coolers Joseph Iagulli '08 Abbey Iliff David Irving ^ Aude and Osman Ismael Caitlin Ivrey '06 Carly Ivrey '09 Harry Ivrey '71 * + JTS Specialities Evan Jacobs '04 Joe and Martha Janney ^ Martha Janney Darrin Jenkins and Robyn Anderson Jonnie and Kelsey Jenkins Erica Jones and Megan Tiemann Wes Jones and Dawn Madak + K & B True Value # KHA Consultants LLC Steve Kahle ^ William and Sarah Kaitz

Scott and Hilary Kamins Matthew and Shannon Kelly The Key School Parents' Association + Key School Athletic Department Key School Upper School Students Robert Kieckhefer Garret and Bethany King Ken '86 and Jane Kissel ^ Tatiana Klein # Bryan and Jennifer Klepper Kleynimals Clem Knox '77 and Peter Marinakis George and Luisa Kohutiak Koons Ford Lincoln of Annapolis Peter and Anissa Kossakowski Art and Leslie Kudner Michael and Sarah Kugelman Edward and Lisa Kurdyla Eric and Bess Langbein Cameron Lapczynski '35 Jack Lapczynski '37 John and Beth Lapczynski Olivia Lapczynski '32 Matthew and Cara LaPointe John and Amanda Larkin Steven and Carrie Leary Harry '82 and Alice Legum Judd Legum '96 and Roshini Thayaparan # Phil Lenham Laurel and Colin Lennon # Leo Annapolis Brian and Hilarey Leonard Bernie and Vicky Lerch + Charles Lerner Jared Lerner and Leslie Meredith Nancy and Nate Leventhal + Dylan and Meeghan Lewis # Meeghan Lewis Mark and Nicole Libby Bob Libson Jared Littmann and Marlene Niefeld '88 # Todd and Maria Lochner Reuben and Rosalie Loewen Cheryl Lonergan and Jim Pasquarelli Jen Hickes Lundquist '91 and Eric Lundquist Marcus and Brigitte Lyles Ann Marie Macdonald Robb and Shari MacDonald Bob Madden David J. Magnus # John Mahaffay Michael and Nicole Mainor Katina Maison Nick and Judy Maistrellis + Julia Malafarina Todd and Gina Manganaro

*indicates a member of Key’s Legacy Society, those who have included Key School in their estate plans +Indicates 20+ years of giving • ^Indicates 15+ years of giving • #Indicates 10+ years of giving SPRING 2025

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Donors We are grateful to the nearly 700 parents, alumni/ae/x, parents of alumni/ae/x, faculty and staff, grandparents, past faculty and staff, students, Board members, past Board members, foundations, and organizations that philanthropically supported Key this year.

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James Mann and Genevieve Carroll Will and Sabrina Mapp # Mike Mark and Megan Icenogle Frank and Laura Martien Jeremy Martinez Maryland Writer's Association Jamie and Ashley Matthews Susan Matthews '93 Troy Mayer '06 ^ Matthew and Kymm McCabe Bob and Marie McCarthy # Jay and Anne McConnell # Mike and Danielle McDevitt James and Torie McDonald Susan McDonough # Ross and Megan McGilvray The McGrath Family Charitable Foundation The McGuirk-Allison Family # Jeff McKeeby and Wendy Lee Jeff and Allison McLeod Waldo and Amanda McMillan Ben and Stacey Mednick ^ Jeffrey and Jennifer Meigel Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. The Michael Glass Law Firm Brian and Bridgette Michaels ^ Mid-Shore Community Foundation, Inc. Rick and Jen Mihills Ronald and Cheryl Mihills Alan and Peggy Miller Tammy Miller Jey Molina-Mabe and Sarah Molina Heather and Will Montague Doug and Gretchen Moran Christy and Christopher Morgan Geof and Erin Dunleavy Morgan '74 Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust, Inc. Paul Musante and Mary Ann Kingsley Ryan and Tammy Neenan James and Carol Lee Nespole Luke Nespole '22 Maggie Nespole '19 Matthew and Jennifer Nespole # Paige Nespole '19 Matthew and Jeanne Nichols Amy Niemeyer Niemeyer Family Fund Nike Brad and Alison Nordholm Paul and Lynne O'Hearn Liam and Emily O'Meara Terry and Sharon Oland ^ Tony and Amy Olmert Bob and Judy Olson Elizabeth Callard Olson #

Nick and Jackie Olson Crissy and Mike Orsini PKG's Mobile Kitchen Kirt Page and Jessica Farmer Song and Priscilla Pak Sally Palmquist and Scott Griffin + Park Books Scott and Shannon Parker Pasta La Vista Baby, LLC Carlos Peña and Fran Czajka Ronaun Perez and India Rogers-Perez Randy '04 and Crystalann Perillo Dan and Kate Perlin # Chris and Elizabeth Perry Perry-Boucher Family Fund Alan Phillips and Eva Yang Brad and Mindy Phillips John and Michele Phillips Picante, LLC Mona L. Pinkney Monique and Wayne Pinkney Steuart Pittman Allison Porter Ava Porter '29 Jonathan Porter and Candice Peters Maya Porter '26 Keith and Dusty Porterfield ^ Will Portugal and Christine Leonard Dave Pow and Misti Dragano Devin Powers '05 and Sarah Hinman '09 # Jim Praley and Joan Gillece * + Jimmy Praley '03 and Jessica Praley Joey and Candace Price Ned '97 and Carla Purdon R & F Metals, Inc ^ RBC Capital Markets, LLC John and Wendy Rabin Edward and Hilary Raftovich Jake Rainey Lakshmi and Deepak Ramani Jennifer Ramsey and Patrick Welch Del Reese and Jamilah Shakir-Reese Regency Furniture Kurt and Audrey Reichardt Renaissance Charitable Foundation Nils M. Reuter '97 and Yaya Zhang # Devin Rhinerson and Allison Sparks Mark and Lijy Richards John and Kristin Richardson Steve and Lauren Ridzon Chris and Anita Rizek # Lilian Rizek '22 Meredith Rizek '24 Edward Robbins # Hutch and Valerie Robbins ^ Larry Rose and Sheri Bellow + Margie and Dave Ross Seton Hurson Rossini '01 and Tom Rossini

Kenneth Rubin and Jessi Tierney Alexander and Katie Ryzhikov S. Freedman & Sons, Inc. SKA Studio John and Michele Sabean Shirin Sahandy '95 and David Nieglos Walt Sanderson Sandy Spring Bank Mario and Carolyn Santana Adam and Lucia Saperstein Alex and Stacy Schaefer # Morgan Schaefer '26 Carly and Ross Schofield Bree Schreitz '98 # Lee VonPein Schreitz '70 + Jeremy and Amy Schropp Schwab Charitable Fund Dale and Malaika Scriven Lindsay and Kai Seglem The Severn Companies # Shady Grove Fertility Center John and Sonya Shanahan Frank Sheeder and Nancy Vasto The Sheeder Firm Christopher and Livia Sheehan Spence Shiflett and Harriet Cooperman # Lushan Silva and Yin Moe Sinclair Prosser Gasior Chris Smith Michael and Patty Smith # Ross and Natalie Smith Terry Smith and Lori Smith Nate Sowden and Michelle LaRose # Courtney and Thomas Spangler Olivia Sparer '03 # The Sparer Family + Margo and Alessandro Speciale Josh and Dawn Speidel Tony and Gina Spruill # Skip and Emily Squires ^ Aubrey Stephenson and Keisha Downer Walter '88 and Meghan Sterling Jacob and Caroline Stokes Alden Stoner '97 and Ethan Keogh Jeanette Strickland '04 Freddy and Rick Struse + Steven and Pauletta Strycula Liza and Nathan Sulinski Mack and Elizabeth Swan Rachel and Brian Sweeney Sweet Satisfaction Charlie and Anastasia Szold T. Rowe Price T. Rowe Price Program for Charitable Giving TIAA-CREF Foundation Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America

2023-2024 DONORS

Cardie Templeton '88 Kim and Jon Teter The Suzanne and David Jackson Foundation Randy and Christine Thompson Abe and Elizabeth Totah Nathaniel and Shannon Tower Wes Tower Trace International, Inc. Michele Trifiro and John Beavers ^ Lincoln and Kiyo Tyson Andy Ulak and Veronique Bugnion Richard and Monica Vaccariello Lewis and Daniela Van Wambeke Daniel and Lisa VanBuskirk Vanguard Charitable Bill and Joann Vaughan Jeff and Rose Viohl ^ Aaron and Megan Wade Marquis Wade and Katona Bryan-Wade

Briana Katherine McFadden Walsh Karin Walsh and Carey Beall # Lou and Susan Wan JoAnn Warrick and Carl Gable Rodney Waters and Yoshiko Itani Alicia Watson '98 and Charles Walker Natalie Watson '95 Adam and Andrea Weinstein Jeffrey and Lisa Wells Joshua and Julia Wells Brandon and Jennifer Whitehead Brian and Michelle Whitehead Whiting-Turner Whole Foods Market Andrew and Linda Wilkins Robert Wilkins Crystal Watkins Williams '99 and Jay Williams Katrina Williams

Leonard and Catherine Williams Walter and Marjorie Winston Zach and Anna Wood # Kamilah Woodson Pat M. Woodward and Lisa W. Lunt Sim and Currie Wooten WRABYN Boutique Stephen and Alexandra Wrage * ^ Alanna and Ed Wright ^ Erin Wright '16 # Pilar Wyman Greg Yette Jeremy and Tiffany York Cornelius and Reena Young Ellie and Chris Young + Your Chic is Showing Lee and Jane Zanger # Kelly and Shao Zhou

*indicates a member of Key’s Legacy Society, those who have included Key School in their estate plans +Indicates 20+ years of giving • ^Indicates 15+ years of giving • #Indicates 10+ years of giving

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Volunteers We are thankful to all of the volunteers who brought philanthropic and community-building efforts to life during the 2023-2024 school year.

The following individuals served as members of the Parents’ Association Board, as Grade Liaisons, Annapolis Book Festival leadership and volunteers, other event volunteers, or members of the Advancement Committee or Annual Fund Committee.

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Rona Abraham Ife Adeyosoye ’24 Margaret Allen Megan Hardy Anderson ’01 Olive Anderson ’25 Julita Anthony Missy Attridge Kate Austin Roger Austin Adelaide Bauer ’26 Marcy Benil Shannon Benil Pam Benitez Daniel Billard Jenna Billard Traci Blunt Valerie Bonham Ethan Booker ’25 Chrisy Boomer Matt Boomer Claire Fitch Bowdren ’08 Jen Bowles Brooke Bowman Louisa Boyle Perrin Bradley Alissa Brandon Sabrina Braun Shawna Bray Coco Brewer ’26 Joie Brewer ’26 Alexandria Brown Rebekah Brown Alex Bubnov ’26 Elizabeth Bulmer Jack Callahan ’26 Nicole Camp-Alerte Christopher Casey ’26 Bill Caterham Karen Caterham William Caterham ’16 Chelsea Hartman Chaney ’07 Hall Chaney ’02 Davis Chapman ’26 Kirsten Chapman Eden Charles ’29 Gable Charles ’32 Jade Charles Jerrol Charles Laura Christ Jess Cicoria Journey Clark ’26 Pierce Coddington ’26 Dominique Coloton Clare Conger Dana Cooksey Harriet Cooperman Jonas Craig ’25 Emma Cunningham ’27 Kate Curry

Dawn Cutler Fran Czajka Christopher Dean Simona Dean Chris Dent ’25 Lorna Ditze Elina Donaldson Tommy Donnelly ’26 Keisha Downer Anne Dowton Wyatt Dowton ’26 Mandie Ebley Jane Edwards ’26 Lauren Edwards Joel Elmer Geoffrey Ely Kimberly Ely Lori Emrick Jessica Farmer Latina Fauconier Becky Fetters Patrick Flynn Sean Flynn ’26 Andrea Frank Scott Galczynski Gary Gallant Trish Gallant Ben Gendell ’26 Chrissy Gephardt Christina Gephardt Joan Gillece Liz Glass Robin Goebel Kenneth Graham Nyle Green ’26 Jacob Greene ’21 Bernard Hall Vanessa Hamlin Elizabeth Hanano Dan Harcourt ’26 Lora Harris Laurie Hart Kate Hay ’27 Jessica Heckwolf John Hilbert John Hollywood Leah Holt ’27 Christopher Hutson ’26 Megan Icenogle Avery Iliff ’26 Charles Iliff ’26 Harry Ivrey ’71 Keisha Velitta James Jennifer Janis Kelsey Jenkins Leah Johns Tiffany Joly Abdul Kebbeh ’26 Bethany King

Tatiana Klein Richard Koepp Luisa Kohutiak Anissa Kossakowski Sarah Kugelman Sam Kursban ’27 Beth Lapczynski John Lapczynski Cara LaPointe Kyle LaPointe ’26 Amanda Larkin John Larkin Michelle LaRose Carrie Leary Steven Leary Susan Leasure Sarah Lecky Maren Leed Aoife Lennon ’26 Laurel Lennon Craig Levering Rachel Livingston Lucia Lochner ’29 Maria Lochner Todd Lochner Reuben Loewen Cheryl Lonergan Brigitte Lyles Ayanna Lynch Dawn M. Madak Jarvis Mahone Lauren Mahone Michael Mainor Nicole Mainor Aurelia Mapp ’26 Will Mapp Ashley Matthews Jay McConnell Torie McDonald Maggie McGrath Kara McGuirk-Allison Allison McLeod Jennifer Meigel Savannah Meigel ’26 Leslie Meredith Kristin Meyer Bridgette Michaels Lara Michaels ’26 Peggy Miller Nafisa Mire Jack Moran ’26 Lucie Moravia Margaret Moresi Lottie Morgan ’26 Mark Moring Natalia Moring Stewart Moss Jeffrey Mullin ’26 Pamela Najar-Simpson

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Alex Neenan ’26 Jennifer Nespole Maggie Nespole ’19 Jeanne Nichols David Nieglos Anna Niemeyer ’26 Danielle Nunyi ’26 Emily O’Meara Crissy Orsini Rahsan Ortiz Richard Ortiz LaShawne Owens Noelle Packett Bodhan Page ’27 Kendon Page ’27 Kirt Page Priscilla Pak Shannon Parker Kelly Parks Carlos Peña Elizabeth Perry Michele Perry-Boucher Jack Phillips ’26 Michele Phillips Monique Pinkney Wayne Pinkney Erin Pittman Cathy Popadiuk Maya Porter ’26 Benjamin Portugal ’26 Hilary Raftovich Lakshmi Ramani Kristin Richardson

Quinn Richardson Lauren Ridzon Anita Rizek Dolores Roan Lindsay Robinson Maggie Roesch India Rogers-Perez Seton Hurson Rossini ’01 Shirin Sahandy ’95 Jinny Sass Meredith Schoenfeld Dale Scriven Malaika Scriven Kai Seglem Lindsay Seglem James Shanahan ’26 Mary Beth Simmons Stephanie Simpson Jacquelyn Smit Caleb Smith ’26 LeiLani Smith Lori Smith Milena Smith Stephanie Smith Courtney Spangler Thomas Spangler Carrie Spies Regina Spruill Tony Spruill Connor Squires ’26 Emily Squires Skip Squires Aubrey Stephenson

Daniel Stewart Caroline Stokes Jacob Stokes Laura Strachan Elizabeth Swan Brian Sweeney Charlie Szold Julia Taunay Pierre-Yves Taunay Christine Thompson Keshia Thompson Zailey Tillar ’26 Pamela Toe Annabelle Ulak ’26 Lisa VanBuskirk Katherine Voss Elkington JoAnn Warrick Rodney Waters Andrea Weinstein Jennifer Whitehead Michelle Whitehead Linda Wilkins Cassius Williams ’26 Catherina Williams Leonard Williams Lindsey Winston ’26 Walter Winston Wayna Wondwossen Anna Wood Zach Wood Pat Woodward Stephen Wrage

AC K N OW L E D G E M E N T S

This report would not be possible without the aid of several members of the Key community. To those of you who have contributed your time and expertise to this project, we thank you.

We have made every effort to be as accurate as possible in compiling our lists of donors and volunteers.

If your name has been listed incorrectly or omitted, please contact the Advancement Office and allow us to offer our very sincere apologies.

Key School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid and loan programs, and other School-administered programs.

A DVA N C E M E N T O F F I C E T E A M Kimberly Teter, kteter@keyschool.org Director of Advancement

Carly Schofield, cschofield@keyschool.org Director of Alumni and Donor Relations Trish Gallant, tgallant@keyschool.org Director of Community Engagement Adryon Montgomery, admontgomery@keyschool.org Director of Advancement Services SPRING 2025

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Key School is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Key on Three campaign, culminating in the renovation of the Upper School Science and Library Center, which officially opened in December 2023. This newly transformed space is intentionally designed to align with Key’s Mission, providing an environment that encourages learning by doing, fosters independent thinking, and enables students to integrate their experiences into the educational process. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the school's ongoing efforts to promote academic excellence and innovation.

THANK YOU to everyone who helped us raise over $2.2 million dollars during our Key on Three campaign. Your support helped to build the First School Nature and Learning Space in 2022 and the Upper School Science and Library Center in 2023.

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