Those who pass the test at the required level are able to obtain a spot in the International Olympiad. This year, the national test involved at least two hours of laboratory work and three hours of testing. l Dan Kovach is awarded special recognition for having the top score for Steward on the secondyear exam on the Virginia section, for placing first in the Small School or Small Governor’s School category on the second-year Virginia section, and for receiving nomination to and participation in the national Chemistry Olympiad exam. l Adam Mickle is recognized for receiving a nomination to and participating in the national Chemistry Olympiad exam. l Kristen Cashwell and Joshua Zhou are recognized for receiving a nomination to and participating as alternates in the national Chemistry Olympiad exam. l Dan Eakin earned the highest score on the firstyear exam for the Virginia section of the Chemistry Olympiad exam. National Latin Exam Awards The American Classical League and National Junior Classical League present certificates of merit in recognition of outstanding performance on the National Latin Examination. l Cum Laude: Will Jackson, Ryan Leopold, Jackson Pieters, Virginia Turpin l Magna Cum Laude: Mary Madison Andrews l Maxima Cum Laude: Dan Kovach Departmental Book Awards (Grade 12) l English: Cassandra Martinez l Foreign Language: Clara Cooke l Social Studies: Bryce D’Surney l Mathematics: Ben Campbell l Science: Michael Cevallos l Visual Arts: Cassandra Martinez l Performing Arts: Natalie Bendheim
Upper School Commencement Awards The following graduating seniors were recognized at Commencement on June 2. Presentation of the Class of 2014 Gift to the School Anna Fuhr, senior class president, presented Interim Head of School Dan Frank with a “spirit rock” to be used in publicity for student events. Graduation Speakers Two students were chosen by their classmates to speak at Commencement: Bryce D’Surney and Natalie Bendheim. The Academic Award This honor is awarded by Upper School faculty to those members of the senior class whose outstanding academic achievement places them in the top ten percent of the class: Ben Campbell, Michael Cevallos, Sarah Dickson, and Lindsey Lubin.
The Headmaster’s Award This honor is presented annually by the Headmaster of the School to members of the senior class who reflect the collective heart of the senior class. These are individuals who have done what they have done, not for awards or recognition, but for the satisfaction that comes from doing something as well as one can, just for the sheer joy of being fully present and engaged in the moment, of being utterly one’s self: Sarah Dickson, Will Grattan, and Susan Mire. The Dixon Award Named in honor of the late Helen Dixon, founder of The Steward School, this award is presented annually to the member of the senior class who has made outstanding contributions to all phases of The Steward School: Michael Cevallos. The Faculty Award This honor is presented annually to those members of the senior class whose unique combination of positive qualities makes them a joy to teach and a source of inspiration for the faculty: Ben Campbell, Ben Cardwell, Michael Cevallos, Bryce D’Surney, and Lindsey Lubin. The Michelle Anderson-Haigler Performing Arts Scholarship This award is given to the student who most exemplifies the enthusiasm for performing and the love of music that characterized Michelle Anderson-Haigler, a member of the Class of 1991: Chloe Staples. The Janet L. Rice Spartan Club Scholarship Award This honor is given to student-athletes who are recognized for major team contributions, who have inspired fellow teammates, who have made significant contributions to the School community, and who have demonstrated leadership qualities: Claire Kirchmier and Jimmy Phelan.
The James Vawter Buis Athletic Scholarship This award is given in memory of James Vawter Buis, Class of 1992, to a senior student in good academic standing who has made a significant impact on the athletic program at The Steward School: Craig McLane. The Brantley Blair Scott Leadership Scholarship This award is given to the student or students who have demonstrated an appreciation for The Steward School mission, involvement in extra-curricular activities both at School and in the community, enthusiastic school spirit, and the ability to accept additional leadership: Natalie Bendheim and Anna Fuhr. The B. Lee Healey Award This recognition honors the service and dedication of Upper School Division Assistant Lee Healey. The award is given to a member of the senior class who exhibits excellent character and reflects Lee’s values and the philosophy of Steward, demonstrating care for oneself, for others, for the School community, and for a cause larger than oneself: Claire Kirchmier. The Ian M. Coddington Award This award honors former Upper School teacher, coach, and Dean of Students Ian Coddington. The Coddington Award is given annually to a member of the senior class for whom the decision to enroll at Steward was key to better achieving his or her potential and who has shown the most academic, social, or behavioral growth since his or her arrival. This senior exemplifies positive attitude, integrity, honesty, and dependability: Virginia Turpin. The Carolyn R. Brandt Alumni Award This award honors former Assistant Head of School and College Counselor Carolyn R. Brandt. It is presented annually by the Alumni Association to the senior who best exemplifies the school spirit and commitment essential to the continued success of The Steward School: Ben Campbell. The Stephen Daniel Pless Award This award is given annually to the member of the senior class who best exemplifies the spirit and perseverance demonstrated by former student Stephen Daniel Pless during his years at Steward: Frank Wang. The K-12 “Lifer” Award Eight seniors were recognized for attending Steward since kindergarten: Natalie Bendheim, Bryce D’Surney, Ashley DeConti, Sarah Dickson, Anna Fuhr, Cabell Harper, Lindsey Lubin, and Susan Mire. A Graduation Tradition Members of the Steward faculty, staff, Board of Trustees, and Foundation Board of Directors present their children with diplomas. l Susan Mire with her mother, Meredith Mire McGuire (Middle School faculty) l Hailey Marie Ragan with her uncle, Brian Tharp (Foundation Board of Directors) l Serin Yu with her host mother, Cindy Arrington (Middle School staff)
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