Lovett Lines September 2012

Lovett

Lovett Lines page 1

September 2012 Volume 31 Number 1

A news publication of The Lovett School

Trying to Keep Up with the Online Calendar?

As part of Lovett’s commitment to sustainability, and because our campus is so dynamic, the Lovett Calendar is online only this year. Need help navigating this new world?

Tip #1 Subscribe to the Lovett calendar through your Outlook, Google, or Yahoo calendar. When you subscribe, you are enabling your calendar program to automatically synch with the Lovett online calendar, thereby keeping your personal calendar up-to-date with the latest Lovett events. Go to the Calendars page of the website at <www.lovett.org/ calendar> and click on the Subscribe link at the bottom right and then follow the directions.

Tip #2 Sign up for MyAlerts! If you do not subscribe to the Lovett calendar, MyAlerts is a great way to stay informed of changes and updates to the Lovett calendar. Go to the Calendars page of the website at <www.lovett.org/calendar>, and click the MyAlerts link at the bottom right. Once you are on the MyAlerts page, add your email address and hit save. You will get an email verifying your sign up; follow the link and select your options of receiving changes

Habitat for Humanity Gift This year for the Habitat build, members of the Lovett community worked together to create Adirondack chairs for the new Habitat homeowners from The Lovett School. Members of Michael Halad’s Upper School technical theater class spent the summer building them, and then Upper School Habitat members painted them.

Pictured are Riley Frazer, Olivia Strader, and Clara Easterlin with the chairs

Celebrate Homecoming 2012

via text or email. You can also select options for getting alerts when we add News items to the website, or update specific athletic team pages.

Tip #3 Still a paper person? You can print out the Lovett calendar a week or month at a time. Simply select the Views and Print option on the right side of the page at <www.lovett.org/calendar>. Photocopies of the entire Calendar are also available for sale in the Campus Store for $3.50.

Such a Worthy Cause Deserves a More Colorful Name Your generous gifts help to make excellence possible at Lovett. Ours is a worthy cause that is changing young lives, so we figured it’s time to change names, too.

Get excited for Lovett’s Homecoming weekend on

The Lovett Annual Fund is now the True Blue Annual

September 28–29!

Fund—a reminder of our loyal commitment to a truly

On Friday night the festivities kick off with a complimentary alumni dinner, served by LowCountry

excellent education and future for our children.

In the coming months you will hear from Annual

Barbecue, in the Glover Gym between 5:30 and 7:00 pm.

Fund chairs Karen and Steve Denker (parents of

After dinner, everyone will move on to see the Lions

Bennett ’22 and Landon ’24) along with many other

take on Ft. Payne High School, just across the drive on

parent volunteers. They will work closely with Lovett’s Advancement Staff to request your support of True Blue this

Conley-Oakley Field in the Kilpatrick Stadium.

year.

Saturday is a special day for camaraderie and reminiscence, as specific reunion classes celebrate with

If you’d like to get a head start with your gift or pledge, please contact Elizabeth Jones, director of annual giving, at (404) 262-3032, ext. 1240, or visit <www.lovett.org/give>.

afternoon and evening events by invitation only.

This year’s reunions salute the graduates of 1962

Pay Tuition Online

(Lovett’s first 50th reunion), 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987,

Please remember that as Lovett moves towards a more sustainable environment only the bills for the first and

1992, 1997, 2002, and 2007.

second tuition payments—due July 1 and November 1—will continue to be available electronically and mailed. All

For more information on any of the alumni

other student monthly billing is available online only and is posted by the 5th business day of each month. Look for

homecoming and reunion events, contact the Alumni

the monthly email notifications confirming the statement posting. Families currently receiving multiple copies for

Office at (404) 262-3032, ext. 1208, or alumni@lovett.org.

distribution to third parties will continue to do so via paper statements.

To retain a copy of your monthly bill, please print or download at the beginning of each month. Once a

Other Events Happening on Lovett’s Campus Homecoming Weekend

student’s monthly bill is posted for the new month, old bills can only be obtained from the Business Office. If you have any questions, please contact Shonda McGee at smcgee@lovett.org, or (404) 262-3032, ext. 1253. To access your statement, log in to NetClassroom (where you access grades), and select Billing. If you need your username and

Rogers & Westmoreland Activity Center Dedication

password, email nchelp@lovett.org.

Friday, September 28 4:30–5:30 pm Rogers & Westmoreland Activity Center Lovett’s new scouting and community meeting facility, located across from the Baseball/Softball Complex 20th Anniversary Siempre Verde Reunion Saturday, September 29 4:00–6:00 pm Rogers & Westmoreland Activity Center Come see old friends and relive your amazing trip to Siempre Verde. A short program will begin at 4:45 pm.

R.s.v.p. with the number in your party to rsvp@lovett. org by Wednesday, September 26. Adults only, please.

Say Cheese! Get Ready for Class and Yearbook Photos September 5:

Senior Retakes and Make-ups Upper School Portraits, Poole Foyer/Upper School Lobby

September 14:

Middle School Portraits, MS Multipurpose Room Upper School Portraits, Poole Foyer/Upper School Lobby

September 25:

Lower School Portraits Grades 2–5, Upper Foyer of Lower School

September 26:

Lower School Portraits Kindergarten–Grade 1, Upper Foyer of Lower School

October 10:

Lower School Classroom Group Photos Kindergarten–Grade 2

October 11:

Lower School Classroom Group Photos Grade 3–5

October 18:

Retakes for all school levels, Poole Foyer/Upper School Lobby

page 2 Lovett Lines

Headmaster’s Message

Campus Store

W

Open Office Hours with the Headmaster—New This Year We are offering several blocks of time when new and returning parents are welcome to come in and meet with me to

While you’ve been away, we’ve been busy gearing up for fall! The Lovett Campus Store is stocked and ready to meet your every need.

discuss issues and questions you may have regarding such matters as school policy, direction, operations, planning, and other subjects. The decision to have “open office hours” for parents grows out of a thoughtful suggestion that these conversations would be helpful to me, to parents, and to the school.

These gatherings are completely optional and will be held in the Lovett Board Room at the following times:

New men’s, women’s, youth, and toddler/baby wear is now available. Don’t get caught at the game without your Lovett wear. We have something for everyone, including Under Armour and Nike

Thursday, September 20, from 8:15–9:15 AM

apparel.

Wednesday, October 3, from 3:30–4:30 PM

Come take a look at our expanded assortment of

Wednesday, October 24, from 6:30–7:30 PM

eco-friendly supplies.

New gifts galore.

If you are interested in attending one of these gatherings, please email Carol Cummings at ccummings@lovett.org

The Lovett/Westminster T-shirt is on sale now

to let her know your name, the number in your party, and the session you have chosen. And of course, if you have a

for $13 in the Campus Store. All proceeds from

matter more confidential in nature, you are always welcome to make an appointment to see me.

the T-shirt benefit Habitat for Humanity. Show your

Note: These times for “open office hours” are not to be confused with the small group meetings just for new parents held

school spirit and help support a worthy cause!

across the fall. We do ask new parents to attend at least one of these meetings. New parents will receive information about these sessions in a separate communication.

The Campus Store is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM –4:00 PM, and Friday, 7:30 AM –3:30 PM. Our prices are always lower than suggested

Billy Peebles | Headmaster

retail, there is no sales tax, and all proceeds go back to the school.

Around Lovett

Lovett

Spend Spring Break on the Lovett Mission Trips

The Communications Office publishes the

Join members of the Lovett Community on a spring break mission trip! Rev. Steve Allen has planned family trips for

Lovett Lines newsletter nine times a year.

March 2013. One group will return to Guatemala and work on building, school, and community projects. Another group will travel to El Salvador to work with school construction and classroom projects. Upper School students

Deadline for the October 2012 issue

in all grades are welcome to participate. Lower and Middle School students are also encouraged to come, but must

of the Lovett Lines newsletter:

be accompanied by a parent. Sign-up forms with more information will be available on the Lovett website in late

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

September. Contact Steve Allen at sallen@lovett.org or Christian Young at cyoung@lovett.org if you have any questions.

Jennifer Zei Editor/Designer

Lovett to Host Relay for Life!

(404) 262-3032, ext. 1265

Mark your calendars for May 31, 2013, and come support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in Lovett’s

jzei@lovett.org

Kilpatrick Stadium. Relay For Life is a life-changing event that helps communities across the globe celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. The event will be open to the entire Vinings community, but we hope to have a large and enthusiastic Lovett team! Anyone interested in helping with this fun and meaningful event should contact Jenny McCartney at jmccartney@mindspring.com or Angela Morris-Long at amorrislong@lovett.org.

Green Corner

Our printer, Bennett Graphics, estimates that printing

Stay tuned for updates on sustainability initiatives going on within the Lovett community!

on Forest Stewardship Council-Certified recycled paper is the same as using 113 less trees per year!

Green Revolution Bicycles A committee of students from the Green Team unanimously voted to use funds from the budget of the

Learning Styles Workshop

Building and Grounds Committee to purchase three Green

The Academic Resource Center will offer a workshop for

Revolution bicycles and the accompanying technology,

parents on Thursday, November 15, from 9:00–10:00 am

which will convert the energy produced by peddling into

in the Middle School Multipurpose Room. Understanding

D.C. current that can then be fed back into the building’s

“how” your child learns can impact his/her homework

power grid.

environment and open communication between you

Assistant Athletic Director Charlie Finch learned

and your child. Make reservations by contacting Marcia

about the Green Revolution bicycles and was instrumental

Sisson in the Academic Resource Center at

in helping Lovett become the first K–12 school in the

msisson@lovett.org.

nation to install them. The bikes are connected to a generator, which captures the energy produced by the

Testing out the new Green Revolution bicycles

cyclist and deliveres it to the electrical grid, and displays the energy created on a flat screen television monitor in the Hite Wellness Center. Physical education, physics, and math teachers plan to use the data in their classrooms. Our hope is that our new Green Revolution bicycles will raise awareness about alternative energy sources and help students, faculty, and staff become healthier in the process. Our P.E. classes also may be able to field test some of the ideas about the relationship between exercise and learning that Dr. John Ratey has written about in his most recent book, Spark. Maybe you can read it while generating some extra watts on one of our new Green Revolution bicycles!

Lovett Lines page 3

Around Lovett Welcome Back!

College Day

We hope that the transition back to school has been a smooth one and that you and your students are enjoying all that

Lovett’s College Day will take place on Monday,

Lovett has to offer.

September 10.

We also hope that if you have not already committed to volunteering with one of the organizations on campus, that you will take a minute to consider doing so. One of Lovett’s greatest strengths is its partnership with parents.

Your gift of time and talent helps provide services to enrich the overall experience for students, families, fac-

Many thanks to the more than 80 LPA volunteers who will join the Lovett Upper School administration and faculty in welcoming 230 college representatives

ulty, and staff. We are grateful that each year our parents find a way, despite busy schedules, to donate thousands of

from every corner of the United States and several foreign

hours to Lovett Parent Association, Friends of the Arts, LionBackers, Lovett International Alliance, Parent Support

countries. Following a Southern-style breakfast served

Groups, and other groups. There is definitely something for everyone who would like to be involved and signing up is

in our Dining Hall, these admissions representatives

simple to do. Just visit the Parent section on the Lovett website and scroll down to Parent Involvement to find volun-

will meet with juniors and seniors from Lovett, as well

teer forms. No username or password is needed, though you may want to have your student billing account number

as students from a dozen other Georgia independent

handy if you would like to charge membership or gifts.

schools.

Again, we are so thankful to those of you who have already signed on and in many cases, already put in long-

Thanks to all in the Lovett College Counseling Office

hours over the summer. There is much more to do over the course of the year, so please consider jumping in—it is

for their enormous efforts on behalf of our students to

deeply rewarding!

make this College Day a resounding success. Contact

Patty Layson and Beth Mayfield | LPA Co-Presidents

ljdobbs@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer.

Recycled Uniforms The Lovett Recycled Uniform co-chairs and volunteers would like to thank all of you for shopping at our opening sale

LIA Celebrates “An Evening of Caribbean Excellence”

in August! We made record sales thanks to your donations and purchases! We appreciate and encourage gently-used

The Lovett International Alliance kicks off our sixth year

uniform donations anytime throughout the year. We especially need Upper and Middle School skorts, belts, ties, and

with an “Evening of Caribbean Excellence.” This event

any senior items.

will be held on Sunday, September 9, from 5:00–7:00 pm at

Donation bins are located outside our shop in the LPA office (lower level of the Fuqua Center), at the Lower School front steps, outside the Campus Store, and in the Middle School entrance foyer.

Come visit us monthly on the first Wednesday of each month from 8:00–10:00 am. This year we are adding two afternoon sales in October and January so that parents and students can shop after school/carpool.

the Rackley Rooftop Garden. Sample Caribbean delights and meet fellow LIA parents.

LIA membership includes more than 230 Lovett families hailing from more than 20 countries, including Australia, China, Congo, Cuba, France, Honduras, India,

Our sale dates for the school year are as follows:

Ireland, Japan, Lebanon, Mexico, Portugal, Nigeria, South

2012–13 First Wednesday Sales

Africa, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and, of course, the

September 5, 8:00–10:00 am

United States.

October 3, 8:00–10:00 am and 2:00–3:30 pm

Participating families include parents that were

November 7, 8:00–10:00 am

born outside of the U.S. or those with careers involving

December 5, 8:00–10:00 am

international business. We welcome all families that

January 9, 8:00–10:00 am and 2:00–3:30 pm

maintain an interest in global affairs, foreign languages,

February 6, 8:00–10:00 am

and international travel.

March 13, 8:00–10:00 am

Save the date for our Sunday, October 21, Worldfest !

April 3, 8:00–10:00 am 2013 Final Sale Friday, May 10, 8:00 am–3:30 pm

2012–13 LIA Board: Co-Presidents: Andrea Dod and Geeta Gupta

If you have any questions or would like to be on our volunteer list, please email tracyhcross@gmail.com or

Secretary: Greg Seminara

ledina_austin@yahoo.com.

Treasurer: Corrie Johnson

Tracy Cross and Ledina Austin | Recycled Uniform Co-Chairs

Cultural/Education: Lelanie Farris and Audrey Summers Social: Anisa Daftari and Kevin Young

Lovett Auction 2013

Membership: Naveena Mosur

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 23, 2013!

Hospitality: Rekha Hansalia and Robin Jones

The Auction Committee extends a special thank you to the people who have signed up to be Patrons. Our Patrons are

Resource Directory: Linda Tai

critical to the success of the auction and we have already received $64,000 in Patron donations. Please consider supporting the auction in this important way.

The Lovett website now has an Auction 2013 link right on the homepage to take you to the Auction page. On the Auction page you can get donor forms, corporate sponsor forms, and patron forms, in addition to contact information and important dates. Auction items will be highlighted on the page later this fall.

Many hands are needed to make this fabulous party successful in raising money to enhance our children’s education. Whether you are looking for a big task, a small task, advance work, or something to do the night of the auction, there is a place for you to volunteer. So, if you want to join a committee, be a patron, donate an item, be a corporate sponsor, or participate in some other way, let us know!

Marlyn Chapman and Cindy Price | Auction Co-Chairs

Adult Education Series Kicks Off with Bridge, Ceramics Whether you want to learn a new skill, delve into an academic interest, or simply reconnect with friends in the community, the 2012–13 Adult Education Series at Lovett is for you! In September, the Adult Education Series includes “Learn Bridge in a Day” and “Ceramics with Mr. Z.” Later this year, the Adult Education Series will feature Billy Peebles’s course on Abraham Lincoln, an art history offering from Jordan Clark, and more!

For a complete course schedule or to register, please visit <www.lovett.org/adulteducation> or contact Cynthia Coleman at ccoleman@lovett.org or (404) 262-3032, ext. 1369.

Net proceeds of Adult Education courses benefit need-based financial aid for Lovett students.

Thanks for the Memories!

We look forward to welcoming old and new friends back to the Summer Programs at Lovett next year!

page 4 Lovett Lines

Around Lovett Preparing for a Healthy School Year Your child’s health and wellness are a major concern. We need your cooperation to help us control the spread of

Breakthrough Atlanta Summer 2012

illness in our school. Lovett will be following the guidelines that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

This was the largest Breakthrough Atlanta summer ever!

(CDC), our state, and our local health departments have requested. These are outlined below:

In total, there were 250 students and 52 teacher interns

Students, faculty, or staff with illnesss (fever of 100.2 degrees F or above, body aches, runny/stuffy nose, sore

participating in Breakthrough this summer. There were

throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) should remain at home until at least 24 hours after they are symptom and fever

160 students at the Lovett site and 65 students at Atlanta

free (under 100 degrees F) without the use of fever-reducing medications, such as Tylenol or Advil/Motrin or the

Youth Academy (plus an additional 25 participating in

generic of these same medications.

the 9th grade leadership pilot program).

Aspirin or asprin-containing products should not be administered to anyone 18 years old or younger due to the

Our teacher interns were the most caring individuals

risk of Reye’s syndrome.

we have ever hosted! They came to us from schools such

Cough or sneeze into the elbow. If using a tissue or hands to cover the mouth or nose, wash hands immediately

as Spelman, Vanderbilt, Harvard, Wake Forest, UNC,

with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.

Howard, Morehouse, UGA, Cal State, and Penn, just to

Do not share personal items such as towels, utensils, cups, straws, etc.

name a few. We are happy to report that of these teacher

Help your student (and yourself) to get 8–10 hours of rest each night to boost his/her immune system.

interns, there were 8 Breakthrough Atlanta alums!

A nutritious, protein-filled breakfast before school helps the brain be alert for learning and decreases symptoms

Lovett students were well represented this year. We

of headaches, dizziness, stomachache, and weakness. Sugary foods are consumed much quicker and leave the

are thrilled that 15 Lovett students served as volunteers

student hungry by mid-morning.

and six members of the senior class served as teachers!

During all seasons, especially in hot weather, consumption of fluids for hydration is essential.

We are grateful for all of the hard work and dedication

Family Flu Clinic Coming to Lovett

shown by the Lovett students and we wish them a wonderful school year!

Thursday, October 11, from 1:00–4:00 PM in the Middle School Multipurpose Room Need to get your flu vaccine? Do it conveniently at Lovett! Middle and Upper School students may come alone with

Teacher Interns

Volunteers

a signed consent form. Lower School students must be accompanied by a parent. Parents and siblings are welcome.

Jordan Pakula

Avery Brady

Flu vaccine will be $23 per person; flu mist will be $30 per person. Student billing may be used, and cash, checks, and

Jennifer Li

Mary Grace Easterling

credit cards are accepted. An insurance receipt will be given to you. Please call the Infirmary at (404) 262-3032, ext.

Elizabeth Bogue

Margot Williams

1242, to register. Walk-ins are welcome! The flu vaccine is provided by Health Check Services.

Michelle Ridgeway

Saqlain Golandez

Ella Simmons

Matthew Cartledge

Ellie Mann

Luke Hart

Lice—Yucky Bugs

George Anderson

With the ending of summer camps and the beginning of fall sports and the sharing of helmets, please check your

John Jameson

students/children for lice. Signs are increased and/or continual head scratching and itching. Lice eggs appear as

Khadejah Jackson

tiny rice-like bits that are glued to the hair shaft close to the scalp. Most often you will find these behind the ears

Davis Johnson

and at the base of the scalp at the neck as lice like dark areas, but they can be anywhere on the scalp. These are

Sonia Gupta

difficult to remove. A lice comb with its tiny close together teeth is most helpful! Your physician or pharmacist can

Preston Hill

assist you if lice or nits are present. If you have any questions, please call the Infirmary at

Rachel Wong

(404) 262-3032, ext. 1242. We would rather those critters stay out of school!

Cameron Greer

Lower School News

T We Believe

The Lower School faculty launched the 2012–13 school year with two overarching themes: “We’re All in This Together” and “We Believe.” We believe in our students, one another, and ourselves.

During our first Lower School gathering of the year, teacher buzz resounded as faculty spent time sharing why

they became teachers, what about teaching gives them the most joy, and how they show their students and colleagues that they believe in them. It was a natural progression to move from this conversation to one about our goals for the year.

Together, faculty created some goals for our school community and for teaching and learning. Here is a sampling:

School Community

We will intentionally promote positive leadership through classroom/teaching environments.

Math

In order to create confident mathematicians, we will continue to strengthen math fact learning and lift the level of math discussions in our classrooms.

Reading

We will encourage students to write longer and stronger about their reading (post-its, journals, computer).

Writing

We will continue to work on making the teaching of grammar and mechanics consistent across all grade levels and hold students accountable.

Social Studies We will deepen our understanding of inquiry-based teaching so that our students’ thinking becomes more visible.

Ambitious? Yes. Unusual? No. In order to do what is best for children, Lower School teachers continually seek ways to outgrow themselves through professional development, reading the latest research, and working collaboratively.

Why? Because we are all in this together, and we believe in our students, our parent-school partnership, and one another!

Mary Baldwin | Lower School Principal

Today Was Good.

Today Was Fun. Tomorrow Is Another One. The famed children’s author Dr. Seuss said, “Today was good. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one.” In the Lower School’s Afternoon Enrichment Program, that quote couldn’t be more true! High-quality programs led by experienced instructors are offered Monday through Thursday, right after school and right on Lovett’s campus.

Online registration for the second fall session (October 17–December 13) is available now at <www. lovett.org/afternoon>. Offerings include: Chess, Culinary Creations, Fast T.R.A.C.K., Guitar, Karate, Speed and Agility, and Tennis.

Drop-in at ASAP! Do you ever have a last-minute appointment? Want to run some errands kid-free? The After School Activities Program (ASAP) has a drop-in option! Led by an experienced staff, ASAP provides age-appropriate activities from 2:00–6:00 pm each school day for children in Kindergarten–Grade 5. Register your child now at <www.lovett.org> and take advantage of this fantastic service when you need it!

Lovett Lines page 5

Middle School News

T Middle School Prides

The Lovett Middle School is starting a new student life initiative this year based on an existing initiative in our Upper School, Prides. Prides are designed to help bolster community amongst students across gender and grade level.

We will kick-off our first year of this initiative in the Middle School by introducing the six Middle School Prides:

Teal, Orange, Pink, Purple, Grey, and Green. Each Pride will be comprised of six advisories.

Prides will begin the year by eating lunch together in the Dining Hall, sitting by Prides during assemblies in the

Multipurpose Room, and doing an activity together during recess on Mathis Field.

The first major Prides activity will be each Pride presenting their mascots, mottos, and Lovett-inspired cheers at

the Middle School Homecoming Pep Rally. Prides will foster school spirit and healthy competition by earning points throughout the school year for attendance at key school events, and participation in school athletic events, clubs, and

StudyBuddiesLive 2012

activities.

Almost 100 of our rising 6th grade students participated in our StudyBuddiesLive (SBL) 2012. SBL provided an orientation to the Middle School format and offered the opportunity to review and reinforce basic skills, while making learning fun. Students also took a daily “field trip” around the Middle School Facilities. As one student commented, “It was more buddy than study!”

The culminating Prides competition will be Middle School Field Day in May. We are looking forward to piloting

this student life initiative in the Middle School and watching our students grow and learn together throughout the year!

Maria Madden | Dean of Student Life, Blue Teams

Principal’s List Spring 2012 Students on the Principal’s List received all “A’s”

Grade 6: Ansley Adzema, Tug Anderson, Elizabeth Beveridge, Marilyn Boutté, Alina Buckley, Emma Ellis, Drayton

StudyBuddies Tips

Foster, Lindy Gearon, Grace Harrison, Mikalah Jenifer, Christina Karem, Noah Lee, Emerson Leonaitis, Anna Miele,

Middle School planning book

Naina Murthy, Wyatt Nelson, Sofie Novak, Margaret O’Neal, Isabelle Posmantur, Katie Preisinger, Michael Propp,

Tips for study techniques for comprehension and math;

Piper Rackley, Arnav Rajdev, Will Schmersal, Isabella Seminara, Abby Shlesinger, Mia Skaggs, Hope Valls, Rahul

Learning Styles Inventory (LSI) summary;

Varma, Mathes Vaughan, and Ashley Wright.

Weekly and monthly planning pages; Goal setting; and

Grade 7: Maya Al-Soufi, Zoe Allen, Claire Buffington, Therese Carter, Torrey Centeno, Emmy Cross, Muhammad

Tutorial sheets.

Dhanani, Anna Duffy, Joshua Eiland, Chip Fankhauser, Anne Hardin, Clare Henderson, Bennett Kahn, Claire Kenan, Nicholas Klavohn, Julia Koh, Adrienne Liou, Nick Marshall, Jane Mathews, James Packman, Ryan Pate, Chase Perkins,

The StudyBuddies website is a great place to review for

Anand Prabhu, Greer Pritchard, Lauren Rausaw, Janie Salmon, Hamilton Sawczuk, Anna Schwarzkopf, Craig Seol,

tests and quizzes.

Caroline Shaw, Christopher Weaver, Cameron Wilson, and Xander Wolle.

Go to Lovett’s website at <www.lovett.org>; Click on “Classroom Pages” at the bottom on the

Grade 8: Caroline Akin, Meredith Bond, James Bronsted, Jay Harris, James Harrison, Grace Hill, Bailey Johnson,

homepage;

Mary Frances Johnson, Isabella Ko, Elise Koepke, Jennifer Landon, Charlotte Lee, Griffin Leinbach, Virginia Mathews,

Go to the “Middle School” tab; and

Estée Park, Caroline Stevens, Lauren Stratton, Cole Taylor, and Journey White.

Voila—the first link is StudyBuddies.

Honor Roll Spring 2012 Students on the Honor Roll in sixth grade received a 90 average in their four core classes.

Service and Scholarship Awards

Students on the Honor Roll in seventh and eighth grade received a 90 average in their four core classes, plus language.

Evelyn Kling Scholarship Award

Grade 6: Will Abdallah, Jamil Atkinson, Brandon Beck, Avery Courts, Catherine Danelia, Dillon Dod, Mary Alice

Julian Young

Ewing, Charlie Faramarzi, Sarah Hardy, Harrison Jones, Jordan Jones, Joanna Lummus, Evie Monroe, Grace Anne Muller, Avery Newton, Richard Nolen, Mimi Norton, Kayla Patel, Emily Stark, Lizzie Wamsley, Kate Weatherholtz,

Sixth Grade Service Awards

and Julian Young.

Mia Skaggs, Rahul Varma

Grade 7: David Barnwell, Nicholas Becker, Sam Bennett, Peyton Bogard, Camryn Bragg, Avery Dean, Cooper Drewry,

William Stephens Scholarship Award

Kiran Ebrahim, Alexander Hammond, Kathryn Hull, Anna Johnson, Quinn McCartney, Michael McIntyre, Thomas

Cameron Wilson

Murray, Theron Pickett, Ted Quarterman, Davis Rackley, Mims Reynolds, Ford Robinson, Max Russ, and Caroline Shaw.

Seventh Grade Service Awards Grade 8: William Brooks, Abby Clement, Mary Stewart DeLong, Francesca DeWeerdt, Darby Henagan, Grace Jackson,

Claire Buffington, Quinn McCartney

Emily Johnson, Eliot Layson, Austin Liou, Alex Marshall, Annie Mayfield, Kit McGean, John Marco Miele, Alexander Morris, Riley Okeson, Kiki Paré, Emma Pollard, Victoria Powell, Hollis Rhodes, Kaitlin Scott, Naomi Tesema, Jackson

Eighth Grade Paul Bligh Service Awards

Thompson, and Garrett Wright.

Eliot Layson, Garrett Wright

Eighth Grade Recognition Day 2012

Eighth Grade Clara Traver Scholarship Award

Academic Awards for Highest Average

Aaron Schunk

Gaming and Robotics: Max Vande Beek

French II Advanced: Charlotte Lee

Eighth Grade Service Awards

Digital Storytelling: James Harrison

Latin I: Jay Harris

Mary Stewart DeLong, Caroline Stevens

English: Kaitlin Scott, Cole Taylor

Latin IB: Jack Bedinger

Advanced English: Charlotte Lee

Latin IB Advanced: Lauren Stratton

Beta Club New Inductees

Drawing and Painting: Francesca DeWeerdt

Spanish IB: Ford Coleman

Meredith Bond, James Bronsted, James Harrison,

Sculpture: Charlotte Lee

Spanish IB Advanced: Jennifer Landon

Bailey Johnson, Isabelle Ko, Jennifer Landon, Charlotte

Band: Joseph Tripodi

Spanish II: Estee Park

Lee, Virginia Mathews, Annie Mayfield, Draper Newton,

Chorus: Mary Stewart DeLong

Algebra I: Erin Ocana, Cole Taylor

Kiki Paré, Kaitlin Scott, Rachel Sheppard, Karan Soni,

Dance: Emma Pollard

Advanced Algebra I: Jennifer Landon, Griffin Leinbach

Caroline Stevens, Lauren Stratton, Cole Taylor

Drama: Harrison Lyle

Geometry Honors: Charlotte Lee

Orchestra: Isabella Ko

Physical Education/Health: Jay Harris

Technical Theater: Brooks Layson

Physical Education/Health: Claire Morris

Correction

Chinese IB: Nicole Teague

Advanced Physical Science: Charlotte Lee

In the Summer 2012 Lovett Lines issue, James Packman

French II: Victoria Powell

Civics: Charlotte Lee, Cole Taylor

was not listed for winning a 7 Blue Citizenship Award.

Congratulations, James!

page 6 Lovett Lines

Middle School News Digital Citizenship: Keeping Parents Educated and Informed

Service Opportunity

As the Middle School embarks on a second year of including Digital Citizenship in the curriculum, we want to make

Agape Community Center

sure that our community, especially parents, are just as informed as our students. Last year, Middle Schoolers learned

Agape is an organization whose mission is to “empower

about various aspects of Digital Citizenship during Prime Time—a 20-minute period of the day where students return

and support underserved families within its community

to their advisors’s classrooms. While Prime Time offered a convenient place to share and review important skills such

to discover and embrace their full potential.“ Among

as online personal safety, cyberbullying, and digital identities, this year Digital Citizenship will be incorporated into

Agape’s many programs is an afterschool tutoring pro-

other areas like core subjects, physical education, and assemblies.

gram for elementary-age kids.

So let’s bring you up to speed. When it comes to the digital lives of our students, we want to partner with parents.

Lovett Middle School students will be going once a

Your children’s media lives are very important to them. So what can you do to ensure their safety as they socialize,

month on a Tuesday to volunteer in this program. Stu-

research, create, and share information online? Here are a few tips to keep in mind.

dents will meet in front of the Middle School at 3:20 pm. They will be shuttled by bus to Trinity Presbyterian Church. They will return at 5:00 pm.

Set Limits As a family, decide on an amount of online time that is sufficient for school work and play. According to WebMD

The Middle School dates for going to Agape are

and the Mayo Clinic, screen time should be limited to one to two hours a day. While that may seem a bit unrealistic,

October 2, November 6, December 4, January 8, February

especially for older children who have more homework expectations, consider encouraging other activities to balance

5, April 2, and May 7. Students must fill out a release form

screen time. For example, if your child spends an hour online, encourage them to read a book or play outside for an

to participate. If your student is interested in participat-

hour.

ing, please contact Rev. Reck at wreck@lovett.org.

Keep Communication Open

Middle School Chapel Series: Life’s Big Questions

Talk to your child about appropriate and inappropriate online behavior. Online activities are not restricted to computers. It includes any electronic devices that can connect to the Internet (cell phones, video game devices, iPods, iPads, etc.). Encourage your child to inform you if they accidentally visit an inappropriate site and use that moment as a learning opportunity.

Chapels in the fall will be organized around a series of “why” questions. These questions will go alongside a monthly Middle School-wide focus upon particular virtues.

Monitor Activities It is important for parents to guide children through their digital lives. Periodically check in on your child’s online and texting activity. Younger children should use their devices in areas where monitoring is convenient and can be done more frequently, such as the family room or kitchen.

In Chapel, students will specifically be invited to consider the following: Why worship? September 5 Why live? September 14

These are just a few things to keep in mind. Stay tuned for more tips as we move through the year. If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular topic, feel free to contact me at smcfadden@lovett.org.

Resources: Common Sense Media, <www.commonsensemedia.org>; Peak Internet Blog, <http://blog.peakinternet.com>; WebMD, <http://blogs.webmd.com>; Mayo Clinic, <http://www.mayoclinic.com>.

Why forgive? September 25 Why include? October 4 Why serve? October 18 Why respect? October 26 Why risk? November 8 Why dream? November 16 Why remember? December 4

Stacia McFadden | Director of Middle School Educational Technology

Why celebrate? December 10 We are looking forward to enjoying a rich season of worship together!

Upper School News Message from the Upper School Principal In the summer issue of Independent School Magazine, Pat Bassett, the retiring president of

ensure that our Core Competencies are being developed and our Core Values are being

the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), lists seven paradigm-shifting

affirmed. We modified the Upper School daily schedule several years ago to provide

revolutions that are transforming modern education.

longer classes suitable to the teaching of these critical skills. Every Upper School student

They are: From knowing to doing;

will come to class with a laptop computer this year.

We constantly are searching for innovative ways to teach, and we encourage

From teacher-centered to student-centered;

and reward faculty who undertake thoughtful, prudent experiments in line with the

From the individual to the team;

paradigm shifts Pat Bassett mentioned. This year, for example, we are partnering with

From consumption of information to construction of meaning;

consultants from The Third Teacher and with local vendors to create an experimental

From schools to networks (online peers and experts);

classroom in which we will explore how different configurations of furniture and in-

From single sourcing to crowd sourcing; and

ternal space affect teaching and learning. We also will be paying attention to how ninth

From high-stakes testing to high-value demonstrations.

grade students perform in courses following their physical education classes because

Ubiquitous technology, which makes unimaginable amounts of information available to everyone instantly, new brain research, online learning, and a rapidly changing economic, political, and social landscape, seem to be combining to create a sea change

there is a lot of research indicating that rigorous exercise affects brain chemistry in ways which are conducive to learning.

We certainly do not think we have all the answers. However, we are fairly sure that

in public and private education. It is a fascinating, exciting, and sometimes bewildering

we are asking many of the right questions. John Dewey, the great progressive educator

time to be an educator.

who served as an inspiration for Eva Edwards Lovett, once wrote, “If we teach today

Lovett is in the midst of this revolution, and is doing its best to strike the proper

as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow.” In the spirit of John Dewey

balance between embracing change and conserving what has proven to be effective

and Mrs. Lovett, we embrace the challenges and opportunities that paradigm-shifting

and stood the test of time. In many ways, Lovett is in the vanguard of progressive

changes present to us.

independent schools, which would make Mrs. Lovett proud. The Upper School has a

Bill Dunkel | Upper School Principal

clearly articulated mission, focused on developing core academic competencies and core values, which will serve our students in college, in the workplace, and as 21st-century citizens. We have examined our curriculum, pedagogy, and methods of assessment to

Lovett Lines page 7

Upper School News College Counseling Check the Website A complete list of programming is available on the college counseling website, which you can access from <www.lovett.org> under Academics> College Counseling. The website also provides the schedule of upcoming college visits, scholarship materials, tips for potential college athletes, and a four-year planning calendar. As always, college materials and resource books are available for your perusal in the Counseling Office on the second floor of the Upper School. All of our resources may be checked out.

College Reps to Visit Lovett Get ready, juniors and seniors! The college reps are coming! On Monday, September 10, from 8:45 am to 11:15 am, the College Counseling Office expects more than 250 colleges to be represented on the Lovett campus. This is a chance for students to talk with college representatives and to find out which colleges might be in their futures. Due to the limited parking on campus, Lovett students and parent volunteers are asked to park in the Mt. Paran Church parking deck south of Lovett’s back gate on Highway 41.

Shuttles will be provided before, during, and after the College Day activities.

2012–13 College Testing Dates SAT I and II and ACT materials are available in the College Counseling Office. Students

First Day of School

may register by visiting the College Board website at <www.collegeboard.com> or the

Senior girls walking in on the first day of school

ACT website at <www.act.org>. Students should be sure to take the optional writing section of the ACT since most colleges require it. The college counseling website lists

Practice PSAT for Freshmen

recommendations for appropriate testing dates and test options. Juniors and seniors can discuss test-taking options as they meet with their college counselors—seniors in

On Wednesday, October 17, sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT, a preliminary

the fall and juniors in the winter. The college counselors will meet with parents of the

or “practice” SAT. For juniors, this test also helps students to ballpark their SAT scores

sophomore class on Wednesday, October 10, at 7:00 pm in the Upper School Student

and serves as the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship competition. The

Lounge to discuss the PSAT and Subject Tests (Sat II).

test begins promptly at 8:00 am. practice by giving them an unofficial version of the PSAT on October 17. Research

SAT I or SAT II Testing Dates and Deadlines

ACT Testing Dates and Deadlines

consistently shows that practice taking standardized tests leads to higher scores, and

Test Date

Test

Deadline

Test Date

Deadline

that students can benefit from increased familiarity with the SAT, even if they have not

10/06/12

Both

9/07/12

9/08/12

8/17/12

mastered all of the material that is tested.

11/07/12

Both

10/04/12

10/27/12

9/21/12

Again this year, Lovett will provide ninth graders with standardized testing

The unofficial PSAT for freshmen will be provided and graded by Appelrouth

12/01/12

Both

11/01/12

12/08/12

11/02/12

Tutoring Services. Jed Appelrouth, the founder of Appelrouth Tutoring, will meet with

1/26/13

Both

12/28/12

2/09/13

1/11/13

freshmen and any interested ninth grade parents during Upper School assembly period

3/09/13

SAT I only

2/08/13

4/13/13

3/08/13

on November 28 (10:45 am). He will return students’ test scores, help them understand

5/04/13

Both

4/05/13

6/08/13

5/03/13

those scores, offer some basic testing strategies, and answer any questions about the

6/01/13

Both

5/02/13

test. Ninth grade parents are invited to attend and should watch the Lovett website for the meeting location.

Lovett will serve as a testing center for the ACT and the SAT in 2012–13.

The freshmen test scores are unofficial, as is the test, and these scores will not be stored in any student’s academic file at Lovett. While ninth graders do not need to prepare for this test, please do encourage your child to get a good night’s sleep the night

Mark Your Calendar

before and take full advantage of this opportunity to garner valuable feedback. If you

Mock SAT for Juniors and Seniors

have any questions, please contact Marsha Little, Upper School dean of academic affairs,

September 15, 2012

at mlittle@lovett.org or (404) 262-3032, ext. 1582.

9:00 am $10.00 per student

Mark Your Calendars for Two Valuable Upper School Programs

Registration information will be available in early September.

Contact the College Counseling Office with questions.

In response to parent requests, Lovett started two new programs three years ago and they were very well-received. We are happy to offer them again this year. If you are the parent of a 9th or 10th grader, please join us at 7:00 pm on one of the two dates listed

New Program for Parents of Seniors

below.

Wednesday, September 5, 7:00–8:00 pm On Wednesday, September 5, from 7:00–8:00 pm, we hope to see all parents of seniors in

Wednesday, September 19: Academic Advising Overview for Grade 9 Parents,

the Hendrix-Chenault Theater for an important college meeting. This program replaces

Middle School Multipurpose Room

senior college night, which used to be held in conjunction with the senior supper. We

Upper School dean of academic affairs Marsha Little will lead this program. All

will meet with seniors in a workshop during the school day, so this is time set aside

9th grade parents are strongly encouraged to attend. We’ll cover the nuances of Lovett’s

exclusively for parents to answer all questions and to update you on information crucial

academic program, transcripts, grade reporting, and frequently asked questions.

to what your sons and daughters will encounter over the next several months as they

Whether you are new to Lovett or not, this program will provide valuable information

write essays, prepare college applications, schedule and prepare for interviews, and

to help your child make the most of his or her Upper School years.

finish up any final testing. Please plan to attend this brief but vital meeting, and bring your questions!

Wednesday, October 10: Standardized Testing Overview for Grade 10 Parents, Upper School Student Lounge Director of college counseling Pam Fetters will provide a big-picture overview of which standardized tests to take, and when. Learn the difference between the SAT and ACT, when to take SAT Subject Tests, and which scores colleges look at, among other things. This is extremely valuable information and you don’t want to miss this great program.

page 8 Lovett Lines

Upper School News Student Activities Sign Ups

International Gap Year—A Look Ahead Zainub Dhanani, class of 2012, was Lovett’s first recipient of the Emily Dunn ’06 Memorial

Students in Grades 10–12 who would like to start or

Scholarship for International Gap Year Studies. This fund will support Zainub’s gap

continue a club at Lovett are invited to fill out the

year between her Lovett graduation and her freshman year at Harvard. Reflecting on the

online application on the school website under Student

opportunities afforded to her by the scholarship, Zainub wrote the following piece. If you have

Activities. A second opportunity to create a club will be

questions about the scholarship, please contact Marsha Little, upper school dean of academic

offered in January and open to all students in the Upper

affairs.

School.

Leading a club is a great way to gain leadership

In all honesty, the fact that I have an entire year off of school still feels surreal. Though

skills, make new friends, explore the values of the school

the idea always seemed appealing, it also seemed far-fetched. Taking time off just

and the resources of the community.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact

wasn’t part of the plan, and anyone who knows me knows that I always have a plan.

I’d always expected my life to follow a straight line—high school, then college, then

Agnes Browning at abrowning@lovett.org.

medical school. I only began seriously thinking about taking a gap year after falling ill during the first few months of my senior spring semester. Although being sick was not an ideal way to begin my last semester at Lovett, I had a

Roger Press Published

lot of time to reflect and think about what I really wanted to do with my life. I realized I wanted to pursue two fields

Upper School English

completely unrelated to my “medical school plan.” I found a profound interest in culinary arts and an even greater

teacher Roger Press has

fascination with the study of Islamic history, law, and theology. It was these new intellectual interests that convinced

selected and edited an

me to pursue a gap year.

anthology, Soldier Songs of

I have started my gap year with a summer Arabic Intensive at Zaytuna College in Berkeley, Calif., the first

the Second World War, for

Muslim-American liberal arts college in the United States. In order to pursue my interest in Islamic studies, I will

Cecil Woolf Publishers’

hopefully extend my time at Zaytuna by auditing classes for part of the fall semester. I also hope to embark on a trip

ongoing series, The Lives,

to Saudi Arabia, particularly the Holy cities of Makkah and Medina. Beyond my first semester of Islamic pursuits, I

Works and Times of the 20th

plan to indulge my love of culinary arts. Through the Emily Dunn Memorial Scholarship for International Gap Year

Century War Poets. Mr. Press

Studies, I will immerse myself in the traditions of Tuscan cuisine through the Organic Tuscany program, participating

acknowledges the help

in a simultaneous yoga and cooking program in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a final culinary opportunity working

of Lovett’s head librarian Robyn Martin in obtaining

and studying the art of chocolate-making in a Guatemalan coffee shop in the town of Antigua. As I explore all of these

materials from Davidson College and for facilitating a

new interests, I also hope to hold on to old passions, particularly, my love of sustainability. Once again through the

visit to the Imperial War Museum in London to consult

generous help provided by the Emily Dunn Fund, I will be able to volunteer on a permaculture based community

primary sources. After editing a predecessor in the War

project in the region of Andalusia in Spain.

Poets Series, Trench Songs of the First World War (2008),

I have no doubt that these remarkable opportunities will change my perspective on life. My hope is that traveling to such a variety of countries will open my mind to see all that the world can offer. Exploring different fields and

by his late father, John Press, Roger is excited at being published in his own right in his native Britain.

experiencing these different environments will give me some clarity on what direction I want to take my future studies and pursuits, whether it is a return to my medical school plan, further study of Islamic culture and history, or maybe even a turn into culinary school.

Zainub Dhanani | First Recipient of the Emily Dunn ’06 Memorial Scholarship for International Gap Year Studies

Headmaster’s Spring List 2012

S

Students receiving a semester weighted average of 94 or higher and no grade of “N” in conduct were named to the Headmaster’s List.

Grade 9: Mary Winslow Anderson, Abby Benton, Caroline Blackmon, Steffi Bolton,

Grade 11: Kyler Allen, Elizabeth Bogue, Kathleen Connell, Isabelle Culpepper, Brian

Mac Budd, Chloe Burns, Sarah Carpenter, Bennett Diaz, Emily Drake, Sehar Ebrahim,

Dalton, Heather Degenkolb, Corey Erdoes, Katrina Hazim, William Henagan, Carly

Sonia Gupta, Wes Haley, Madison Hardee, Melissa Houghton, Campbell Jones,

Herbert, Mitchell Hightower, Carson Holden, Chelsea Kim, Jennifer Li, Melissa Li,

Harrison Katapodis, Isabelle Leonaitis, Caty Lindauer, Kate Marino, Bryn McCarthy,

Ellie Mann, Chris Martin, Charlotte Matthews, Julian McIntyre, Astrid Michelson, Rob

Clara McCollam, Chapman Monroe, Alex O’Shaughnessey, Ben Richards, McKenzie

Montgomery, Alexander Panos, Anna Perkins, Saneel Prabhu, Alexandra Quick, Sean

Richards, Will Russ, Cros Saint, Clark Sanderson, Lindsey Watson, Alec White, and

Reagan, Craig Rollins, Maggie Sinkler, William Smith, Lizzy Wesley, Alston White,

Rachel Wong.

James Wilby, and Tianyi Zheng.

Grade 10: James Belsak, Katrina Binkley, Annie Boydston, Chris Bruns, Charlotte

Grade 12: Daisy Adams, Tess Adams, Cameron Armstrong, Hope Barker, Mary

Bunch, Matthew Cartledge, Foster Coleman, Frankie DeBorde, Clara Easterlin, Caroline

Catherine Battle, Claire Beskin, Elwyn Bridges, Danielle Currin, Caroline Deisley,

Edwards, Aggie Fricke, Saqlain Golandaz, Whitney Granberry, Elena Hartley, Grace

Zainub Dhanani, Peter Diaz, Patrick Emerson, Katie Fee, Grant Fergusson, Lauren

Horlock, Robert Houghton, Alex Kenan, Samantha Keng, Caroline Kenny, Andrew

Formica, Megan Fricke, Winbriel Gandy, John Hale, Maddi Hartley, Hannah Hempel,

Kring, Savannah Lee, Eddie McCrady, Jake Mercer, Carson Morris, Sade Oresegun,

Marcus Jackson, Kourtlynn Johnson, Camille Kapaun, Amina Khan, J.B. Lamb,

Halle Payne, Janie Price, Jessica Pritchard, Natalie Sanders, Anisa Threlkeld, David

Brittany Landon, Jay Mainthia, Emma Major, Arun Marsten, Grace Meade, Ty Mitchell,

Wiens, and Mary Martha Wiggers.

Emmala Moffett, Mary Morel, Frances Neal, Nils Okeson, Elizabeth Ridgeway, Andrew Rockoff, Lorin Rogers, Kelsey Roof, Gracie Salmon, Bryan Sanderson, Kelly Scalf, Max Silbiger, George Spencer, Caroline Szyperski, Colin Tucker, Katy Underwood, Hugh van Heesewijk, Kelly Williams, Alex Wilson, Cyrus Wilson, Jessie Wolfe, and Maggie Wolters.

Lovett Lines page 9

Scholars List Spring 2012

S

Students with a semester unweighted average of 90 or higher and no grade of “N” in conduct were named to the Scholars List.

Grade 9: Markell Adams, Jack Barnes, Peyton Bell, Alexandra Blitch, Reilly Bradford,

Grade 11: Forrest Bell, Charlie Biggerstaff, Taylor Brown, Laura Carr, Amelia Coletti,

Hannah Bulvin, Allison Burns, Vallie Candler, Cleo Chang, Rhodes Denny, Emily

John Coletti, Shahla Delawalla, Samantha Dietz, Leslie Espenschied, Will Ewing, Guy

Drewry, Tommy Duffy, Andrew Duncan, Jake Fulwiler, Austin Gaalema, Nick

Fulwiler, Cody Harrison, Ellery Haycook, Preston Hill, Darius Hollis, Gayle Jenks,

Gambardella, Harrison Hackett, Max Hart, Ian Henderson, Jack Holder, Hardie Jackson,

Hannah Johnson, Will Johnston, Anna Kate Jones, Madison Lathi, Michael MacDonald,

James Kolsby, Malone Laird, Molly Lautares, McRae Mayfield, Eli Mercer, Mirabel

Mitchell Marino, Grace McCollam, Kimberly McDonald, Jamila Moses, Jasmine

Michelson, Andrew Monden, Mary Bryan Pope, Dorothy Rau, Lauren Reeves, Nick

Movagharnia, Walt Muller, Geoffrey Neville, Marie Northington, Jordan Pakula, Kelly

Sear, Camille Ward, Emma Ward, Sydney Wargo, Molly Withington, and Cammy

Peterson, Reid Pickett, Anna Sewell, Vasser Seydel, Ella Simmons, Caitlin Smith, Dani

Wooddall.

Smith, Jonathan Song, Suzannah Tarkington, Emily Valentino, Abigail Van Horn, Cooper Ward, Margot Williams, and Laura Wymer.

Grade 10: Ziad Ammar, Bill Bedinger, Jay Bland, Farah Charania, Kennedy Crenshaw, Virginia Dalton, Lydia Flock, Riley Frazer, Camilla Grayson, Cameron Greer, Vivian

Grade 12: Coleman Barrie, Katie Bazzel, Will Collins, Caroline Cronk, Robert Currie,

Ilonzo, Charlie Ingram, Audrey Jackson, Helen Johnson, Will Johnson, Patrick Keough,

Alex Fitzpatrick, Lee Martin Frazer, Lindsey Green, Frances Hattink, Tate Haverty,

Noor Khan, Tommy Lanier, Wesleigh Lourie, Suzanna Mayer, Connor McCarthy, Austin

Wesley Himot, Tatianna Jackson, Hannah James, Fraser Jones, Tate Mabon, Dylan

McCartney, Lindsey Reid, Connor Reynolds, Frances Salmon, Linzy Scott, Julia Selman,

McIntyre, Taylor Morris, Marcy O’Halloran, Nicolaos Panos, Kendall Payne, Victoria

Olivia Strader, Ashley Taylor, Sarah Teichner, George Timberlake, Christopher Torie,

Posmantur, Catherine Satcher, Brooks Schoen, Avery Schroeder, Austin Scott, Sade Sims,

Grant Towles, Cecilia Ward, Bryce Watson, Christopher West, Anna White, and Andrew

Carlyle Vincent, and Jordan Wolfe.

Wilson.

Fine Arts News Friends of the Arts

Screen on the Green

The Fine Arts at Lovett continue to amaze me. I remember

Saturday, September 22, 8:00 PM, Kilpatrick Stadium, Movie TBA

attending my first Lovett choral concert when my oldest child was in Lower School. We had a chance to hear the

Preparations are well underway for Screen on the

Lower, Middle, and Upper School choruses in one night.

Green, a family festival featuring a great movie

I felt like I could have been at Carnegie Hall listening to

selected by the Lower School children, as well as

professional choirs, and they were students—most under

hot chocolate, pizza, frisbees, and fun. Bring the

the age of 17! This is a tribute to our talented students, as

kids, blankets, and lawn chairs, and enjoy a family-

well as our Fine Arts faculty comprised of professional,

friendly movie under the stars! Screen on the Green

practicing artists.

is sponsored by Friends of the Arts.

What truly sets Lovett apart is the fact that 90 percent of our student body participates in the Fine Arts. At what other school would you have several members of the football team take off their helmets and run over to join their choral group singing the National Anthem? We saw that at Lovett last fall, and it made a big impression on me.

I am excited to have the opportunity to give back to our

Lovett’s men’s chorus group—including members of the football team—sing the National Anthem before kickoff.

exceptional Lovett community.

As President of the Friends of the Arts (FOTA) this year, I encourage you to join me in both promoting and

Upcoming Exhibitions in the Lovett Galleria Moving Forward: Atlanta’s Emerging Artists Through September 21 Atlanta’s Emerging Artists will be on view in Lovett’s

supporting Lovett Fine Arts. Visit the Fine Arts section of the Lovett website to become a member of FOTA, view the

Galleria through September 21. You will experience

calendar of upcoming events, and volunteer.

work by six artists who have very individual approaches to their materials and subject matter. Photography,

Just a few of the many things FOTA provides to the Lovett community:

drawing, painting, and ceramics are included. We hope

We work as liaisons with our faculty and staff to free-up their time so they can focus their talents on our musicians,

you will take time to read about their inspiration, learn

dancers, actors, singers, and artists.

about their processes, and enjoy their work.

We encourage attendance at more than 40 annual performances.

We raise funds through our membership drive, Student Art Project, and The Great Conversation.

Tribute in Light

We sponsor two much-loved events—Screen on the Green and the Spring Arts Festival.

October 21–26

We provide student scholarships and grant funds for equipment needed by our faculty to increase opportunities

Photography exhibition in conjunction with Atlanta

available to our students.

Celebrates Photography

We promote the arts through our Faculty Holiday Art Show & Sale before the holidays and our Student Art Show in the spring.

We feed our performers! We provide nourishment to our students and faculty before many student performances and during tech weeks.

We create community awareness through the publication of the Fine Arts Program, the FOTA Flash, and our new monthly newsletter.

We co-sponsor a three-year collaboration with the High Museum of Art. This includes free student admission for special events, Lovett Family Nights, student internships, and professional development for faculty.

I hope to see you this year in the Hendrix-Chenault Theater as we applaud our orchestra, jazz band, and dancers.

Or, in the Woodward Theater, where we will laugh and cry as our drama students perform. Or, maybe at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in December for the annual Lessons and Carols performed by the Lovett Singers. Or, maybe in the Lovett Galleria in April, where we showcase our senior students’ art. There are so many opportunities to appreciate the Arts at Lovett. Come and Enjoy!

Anne Marino | FOTA President

Upper School Photography Program Please consider donating a 35mm film camera to the Upper School.

We are still using film and would appreciate cameras that you may not be using due to digital technology.

Please email kwalter@lovett.org for further information.

Lovett page 10 Lovett Lines

September 2012 Volume 31 Number 1

INSIDE Page 1 Trying to Keep Up with the Online Calendar?

Page 1 Celebrate Homecoming 2012 Page 2 Open Office Hours with the Headmaster— New This Year

A news publication of The Lovett School The Lovett School Communications Office 4075 Paces Ferry Road, N.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30327-3009 www.lovett.org (404) 262-3032

The Lovett School admits students of any race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The Lovett School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and national or ethnic origin in administration of its employment practices, admission policies, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Fine Arts News

Athletics News LionBacker One-Stop Shopping Join LionBackers, a spirit committee, concessions list, and/or make your picnic reservation today! Check out the LionBackers page on the Lovett website for “One-Stop Shopping” and fill out the LionBackers Summary Form.

For membership information, contact Courtney Martin at

Lower School student artwork featured at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Art at Children’s Hospitals

cmartin1780@aol.com.

LionBackers Picnic Friday, September 15, 2012

Lower School students in the third, fourth, and fifth

6:00 PM

grades worked hard last May to create artworks for

Before the football game against Marist

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Many framed originals

To make a reservation, please email Courtney Martin at

were hung in Children’s Healthcare locations throughout

cmartin1780@aol.com. If you have any questions, please

Atlanta. Lovett students’ artwork is frequently hung at

contact Allison Adzema at aradzema@gmail.com or

Scottish Rite and Egleston Hospitals to help brighten the

Isabel Pope at isabelpope@aol.com.

day for patients and staff.

Middle School—Aesop’s (Oh So Slightly) Updated Fables Mark your calendars for the fall Middle School performance of Aesop’s (Oh So Slightly) Updated Fables on Thursday, October 4 at 7:00 pm in the Hendrix-Chenault Theater. This laugh-out-loud comedy will bring to life such favorite characters as the Tortoise and the Hare, and introduce you a whole new group of outlandish characters as the Crazy Butcher and the Lounge Singer.

Come see this slightly updated, slightly outrageous version of Aesop’s classic fables. You may remember that this production was originally performed by the

9th Annual Ladies Tennis Tournament Monday, October 1, 2012 8:30 AM –1:30 PM Lovett Tennis Courts Join the fun! Entry includes lunch, prizes, and more!

Tournament and court sponsorships are available at several affordable levels. The registration forms are

schedule of events for this year. DVDs will be available in the Fine Arts Office.

passing a 20-competency based educational curriculum.

CTPS is considered the gold standard in the industry, and focuses on in-depth, evidence-based tennis-specific training research. Congratulations, Ricky!

will be held on Wednesday, September 26, at 6:00 pm in

one of the most prestigious clubs in America for a great

of the Lovett website, where you will also find the

Tennis Performance Specialist (CTPS) designation by

participate in the selection process for boys basketball

The Lovett LionBackers largest fundraiser returns to

more information and access, visit the Fine Arts section

announced that Ricky Davis achieved iTPA’s Certified

com.

School thespians.

and operated by Lovett alum Blake Williams ‘98. For

The International Tennis Performance Association (iTPA)

The pre-selection meeting for all boys wishing to

Peachtree Golf Club

own Proper Medium video productions company, owned

Ricky Davis Achieves Top Tennis Certification

bellsouth.net or Carolyn Shiverick at wshiverick@aol.

on out and support your talented, funny Lovett Middle

orchestra, and theater arts) brought to you by Atlanta’s

lovett-in-the-press> and click on 2012.

Boys Basketball Pre-Selection Meeting

Monday, October 22, 2012

Fine Arts performing arts events (band, chorus, dance,

To view the article, go to <www.lovett.org/who-we-are/

Questions? Please contact Suci Jackson at suciandhardie@

we’ve decided to bring it back! Admission is free, so come

Again this year, you’ll be able to join us live online for all

Athletic Business magazine as a state-of-the-art facility.

Boys Basketball

20th Annual Golf Tournament

“What is video-streaming?”

Lovett’s Baseball/Softball Complex was featured in the

available on the LionBackers page of the Lovett website.

Middle School five years ago, and it was so much fun,

Videography

Baseball/Softball Complex Featured in Athletic Business

day of golf. All monies raised go to support our athletic programs. Make sure to register early as this event sold out in one day last year. Hole sponsorships are also available but will go quickly. Look for the entry forms on the LionBackers page of the Lovett website.

Registration for sponsors began August 14.

the Wallace Gymnasium. This meeting is mandatory for all boys and one parent wishing to be a part of the program this year.

Boys Basketball Selection Process Middle School Boys: October 22–24, 4:00–5:30 pm.

Upper School Boys: October 29–31, 4:00–5:30 pm.

The location of the workouts is TBD. Participants should wear T-shirts, shorts, spandex, socks, and basketball/ court-type shoes. Please no running-type shoes.

Registration for non-sponsor individual golfers starts

Swimming

September 7. Sign up early—space is limited! Price per

Middle School swimming will start on October 1 from

golfer is $400.

3:45–5:00 pm. Varsity swimming will start October 22

Questions? Please contact Tommy Boudreau at ftboudreau@gmail.com or (770) 231-1610.

from 5:00–6:45 pm.