Trinity-Pawling Spring 2018 Magazine

MAGAZINE

SMITH FIELD HOUSE CONCOURSE OF THE COMMUNITY

SPRING 2018 M I K E SCH ELL ’88

NO RISK, NO REWARD

GARDINER THEATER GETS WORLD-CLASS SOUND T H A N K S TO JAY W EN ’18 A N D A ’91 T R IO

PETER BOGGS ’68

A GLOBAL STATE OF MIND

Headmaster’s Message GLOBAL EDUCATION IS ESSENTIAL

W

hen I opened my eyes, I was staring at one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

It is a moment seared into my memory.

Several moments earlier, my guide had advised our small group to close our eyes and hold hands as she led us to the precipice. As my eyes opened, the bright blue sky created a backdrop that illuminated the ancient stones of Machu Picchu.

It was a magical moment.

Six years ago, I was asked to serve on an advisory board for a company that planned international educational experiences for students. While visiting Machu Picchu was one of our destinations, the real purpose of the trip was to explore and assess various service learning opportunities in Peru where students could be engaged with a community.

At my previous school, I created a Director of Global Education position that planned international learning opportunities for upper school students. I am a firm believer in experiential education, learning by doing. While visiting places like Machu Picchu is enlightening and memorable, my experience there was far more illuminating because I had spent time visiting local communities and learning about Peruvian culture and its Incan roots.

The power of this type of learning is magnified exponentially when it happens in one’s younger years. Adolescents today experience globalization in a far more impactful way than any other generation. For them, the world is not only smaller; it is immediately accessible.

Providing opportunities for students to learn directly about the world’s other cultures is no longer the basis for enriched learning. It is an essential component of a basic education if our

students are to be prepared to be leaders in an ever-changing world. This spring, one group of Trinity-Pawling students traveled to South Africa while another group traveled to Hong Kong. All of these students had the opportunity to visit interesting attractions. Yet, the deepest part of their learning came through the interaction with peers from those regions. In those interactions, all of the young people learned what is distinctive about growing up in a different part of the world, but they also learned how much they had in common despite those distinctions. Such discoveries illuminate one’s perspective and enrich their lives.

Of course, many students are not able to have this type of direct travel experience. This does not mean their lives are not being enriched by their interaction with the global world, however.

I am proud of the fact that 25% of the School’s population is comprised of students outside of North America. At family-style meals, I often ask international students to talk about their country and its customs. When I do, all other conversations usually stop, as all the boys are interested in what their brother from a different culture has to say. This is the stuff of learning and of growth. It is also the means by which Trinity-Pawling is preparing all of its students to be contributing members of society amidst the challenges of an ever-changing world.

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Contents

Spring 2018 DEPARTMENTS

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2 THE SCROLL Founders League Ice Hockey Champions…Trinity-Pawling in South Africa…Opening night of Peter and the Starcatcher was a HUGE success!

5 A VIEW FROM THE QUAD No Risk, No Reward with Mike Schell ’88…

Peter Boggs ’68 keeps a global mindset…

Historic Preservationist Philip Norkeliunas ’89 In the Classroom: Lisabeth Conti shares her love of languages

FEATURES

Faculty Minute: Kevin Richards leads the Hong Kong Exchange

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The Big Picture: Immense Gratitude to Marlynn and Bill Scully ’57

32 PRIDE ATHLETICS

20 The Smith Field House

Sports Recap

CONCOURSE OF THE COMMUNITY

Pride Spotlight: Seth Mayeri ’89 and Jason Mo ’09

26 Gardiner Theater Gets

Sam Clougher - New head soccer coach aims to build a competitive program

World-Class Sound

38 CONNECTIONS

THANKS TO JAY WEN ’18 AND A ’91 TRIO

6 Kenny Knickerbocker ’03 - From Caribbean Beach Boy To Humanitarian Foundation Manager

10 Collaboration Is The Key - Mike Tierney ’82 12 Victor Zhu ’19 and Tim Wang ’19 - Innovative Thinkers,

Giving Back

Real World Research

Events

15 Abdallah ’18 and Huma ’19 Bekhiet Trinity-Pawling School is committed to conserving our world’s natural resources.

This magazine is printed by a FSC and SFI certified printer on FSC and SFI certified, and 30% post-consumer waste paper.

The Class of 1967 takes a three-tiered approach to a successful 50th reunion…

Terry Ray ’55, P’01 reflects on his roles as student, parent, and trustee…A day of visioning for leadership donors and top volunteers at June 9th Leadership Summit

Class Notes

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VARSITY HOCKEY TEAM WINS FOUNDERS LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP

“@TPSHeadmaster and @TrinityPawling are so very proud of @TPrideHockey for winning the Empire Cup with #grit and positive attitude - impressive wins over Brunswick and Millbrook! #RollPride #EthosOfEffort”

“In Tianjin, China we ran into wonderful students from Outer Mongolia who were eager to practice their English! Continent to continent - kids are kids! @TrinityPawling #RollPrideinAsia!”

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TOP POSTS ON INSTAGRAM

It's OFFICIAL! For the first time in Trinity-Pawling School history, Pride Varsity Hockey is tournament-bound! #6 TrinityPawling will face-off against #3 Thayer Academy in the New England Large School Tournament quarterfinals. The neutral site game will be played at Pomfret, 4PM this Wednesday, February 28th. Incredible job, gentlemen!

Keep it up! #rollpride “Totally rocks!”

— ALLWEEKWALLS

Weeee are the champions! Pride Varsity Wrestling wins the Founder's League Championship for the 4th year in a row!! They have been UNDEFEATED in the Founders League since 2014.

Congratulations on another incredible season, boys! #rollpride “Congratulations TP Wrestling Pride.”

— MARIE_B_27

“Congratulations Pride Varsity Wrestling on a great season!! EAS-’67”

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Henry Hatfield ’20 successfully completed his Winter Project: building a GO CART! It has a 14 horsepower engine and the project took Henry an estimated 140 hours of labor. He showed great ambition, creativity, critical thinking, and even welding skills!

Congratulations to Henry on seeing this project through from dream to finish. #EthosOfEffort “Amazing.”

— CHIPS_S

“Great job, boys!”

— SMITH_ELLIOTT

“That’s badass.”

— CCANDREA15

— TRIPPSMITHSF

“Amazing!!!”

“Dunham is best coach ever ’05 New England champs.”

— SWEBBER3

— MATEO_SWANEY

“Congrats coaches and players.

Now let's keep playing. Many firsts this year. Might as well win New Englands. Let's roll.”

“Congrats!”

— LAWJONESJR

“Let’s GOOOOOOOO!!!”

— RGBAKER85

— TROONEYJR

“GAME DAY!!!! Let’s go boys!!!”

“Well done Henry!”

— DADDYOHHHHH

— KOLINJUCKINS

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“What!? I’m quite sure no vehicles were allowed on the Quad in the 80s. Awesome though. Class of ’84 would have been ripping it up if they were! Go Big Blue!”

— CZEZ67

“Huge congrats @ trinitypawlingschool”

“Now this is how you get to morning chapel in style! So awesome! #rollpride”

— IDEAAWARD

What's better than an afternoon with ELEPHANTS!? #tpshoutout to Duc Bui '18 at the Knysna Elephant Sanctuary in South Africa!

“Pretty amazing!!!”

— RECTORY_SCHOOL_CT

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POPULAR POST

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“#tpshoutout to the Varsity Squash team! Last weekend, they traveled to Portsmouth Abbey for the Class C Interscholastics.

Abdallah Bekhiet ’18 & Huma Bekhiet ’19 took 1st! Nate Tanner ’18 took 2nd; Joe Webber ’18, Rodger Ecker ’20, & William Yau ’18 took 3rd. Great season, boys!”

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: It's always fun running into alumni when you least expect it! Miles Hubbard ’57 recently bumped into Joe Moore ’08 at Madison Square Garden! #tpshoutout

“Also give a #TPshoutout to Joe Moore on his birthday!!”

— ROB SIRIS

“Love this! Happy Birthday, Joe Moore!!!”

— EMILY JOY TUCCI

ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Jack Gump ’18 takes home the Blue Pencil Award this week for his recent Digital Media project! Students were asked to create a composite image that shows themselves achieving something physically impossible. Great job, Jack! #EthosOfEffort

“Opening night of Peter and the Starcatcher was a HUGE success! The cast & crew put on a phenomenal performance & are very excited to do it all over again tonight! Don't miss Peter and the Starcatcher tonight, 7PM in Gardiner Theater. We can't wait!”

ON CAMPUS IT'S DR. SEUSS'S BIRTHDAY, A DAY TO CELEBRATE, IT'S TRUE

“Nice job – that’s awesome.”

AND GARDINER LIBRARY

— JOHN GUMP

HAS JUST THE THING...

“Maybe impossible for him...”

A NEW CAT IN THE HAT STATUE!

— CHRIS BENNETT #TPSHOUTOUT TO BILLY BALDWIN ’79

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“Both boys love having the statue there! Thank you for sharing it!”

— LUCIA CSASZAR

FOR HIS GENEROUS DONATION OF THE

“Omg, love it! How awesome!”

CAT IN THE HAT STATUE TO GARDINER

— MAUREEN FORD MILLER

LIBRARY AND LEARNING COMMONS!

“Great job Baldy.”

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“Happy #NationalSigningDay! A HUGE congratulations to Chiz Umunakwe ’18 and Camrhan Tillman ’18! Chiz signed with Towson University; Cam signed with Merrimack College. Well done, gentlemen! #ROLLPRIDE @TPridefootball @MC_Athletics @TowsonTigers”

— TIM HENNINGSEN

NEWS : IN THE CLASSROOM : FACULTY MINUTE : THE BIG PICTURE

A View From The Quad Mike Schell ’88 NO RISK, NO REWARD

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

It takes vision and a high tolerance for risk to get a start-up launched. Mike Schell ’88 has both. He’s been a founder or advisor in start-ups for the past 20 years.

“Start-ups either have a successful exit or evaporate.

There is no in-between outcome!” Schell notes. Schell had been the first salesman for OpenTable, the online restaurant reservation company that serves more than 45,000 restaurants across the globe. “Working with startups is risky and that’s the appeal. It’s all about urgency and teamwork.”

Schell moved to San Francisco in 1997 when dot-coms were exploding. He shifted his focus to e-commerce in 2005 and co-founded GearLaunch in 2014. GearLaunch develops an e-commerce platform that enables merchants to sell products without investing in inventory.

“Microbrands don’t have resources yet to target consumers with relevant products. They use GearLaunch to build a virtual store; a consumer purchases the product; we route the order to a factory within our network; they produce and ship the product. Our approach allows smaller brands to create and test products and build a business with no risk.”

As co-founder, Schell serves as VP of Development.

His goal in 2018 is international expansion and vertical development. “I developed our Asia market in 2017, racking up 175 thousand international miles. This year I’ll focus on Europe. The platform has scalability so now we need to hit the gas.”

He admits that doing business internationally is both exciting and scary. “People anywhere on earth have the

opportunity to build a business and we enable them to compete.” Advice to Trinity-Pawling students? “Travel internationally to see how the rest of the world works. Our world is definitely flat, and seeing other nations’ tenacity and resourcefulness will influence your work ethic.”

Similarly, in business, nothing is more important than teamwork and collaboration. “At T-P, I learned to work with everyone on the field, in the dorm, and in the classroom despite our differences. I also learned to grow comfortable with uncertainty and take calculated risks.

These factors helped shape my approach to how I do business today.”

“GearLaunch is a multi-million dollar company, employs more than 50 people, and has raised $5.8 million in a series A round, but we could disappear tomorrow. I don’t reflect on these accomplishments. I act like the company has nothing because that mindset keeps me fighting and hungry. Knowing I could be removed by my board or outpaced by competitors keeps me focused and scared. The second you feel content, you’re done.”

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Kenny Knickerbocker ’03 FROM CARIBBEAN BEACH BOY TO HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION MANAGER

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

Kenny Knickerbocker lives—quite happily—on a remote island in southeastern Indonesia. Sumba, roughly the size of Massachusetts, with a population of around 750,000, is the second most impoverished island in Indonesia. “It’s like stepping back in time, with grass huts and bamboo structures,” Knickerbocker says. “Despite abundant natural beauty and a reputation as a surfing destination, there’s a crippling absence of infrastructure including lack of access to clean water, general health care, poor education, and minimal economic opportunities.”

Since December 2016, Knickerbocker has served as General Manager of The Sumba Foundation. The Foundation supports water projects that include the

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creation of 65 wells and more than 250 water stations to provide clean water daily to 27,000 people. “We also have four clinics that offer general health consultation including malaria screening, diagnosis and treatment, nutrition education, vision testing, and access to ultrasound and midwife assistance for pregnant women. We see a lot of upper respiratory illnesses since every family’s hut has a cooking fire inside, and people are living and sleeping amidst pervasive residual smoke.”

Prior to working at this humanitarian organization, Knickerbocker spent the first part of his career in hospitality. “After graduating from Gettysburg College, I started as a beach boy at Caneel Bay in the Caribbean and then moved to resort hotel operations in Singapore and Malaysia.” In February 2014, Knickerbocker became the manager of the Nihiwatu Resort (rebranded to Nihi Sumba Island) on Sumba, a 50 minute flight from Bali.

Two years later, Nihi Sumba Island was named the best hotel in the world in 2016 and again in 2017 by Travel & Leisure magazine.

Nihi plays a unique and vital role for the Sumba Foundation. The resort covers 100% of the Foundation’s operating expenses that allows for 100% of donations to go directly into the community and Foundation projects, and also serves as the economic engine of the island, providing hundreds of jobs to local people. This partnership of nonprofit charity with a thriving for-profit hotel stimulates the local economy and educates resort guests about ways to alleviate the poverty and health concerns of the Sumbanese.

In fact, many guests become benefactors after witnessing the meaningful impact of the Sumba Foundation.

The Foundation will focus on education in 2018. “We’ve started English classes 5 days a week and more than a thousand kids are involved. Our school lunch project feeds 2,500 children three times weekly at eleven primary schools.

Later this year we will also offer computer instruction and aim to expand our learning development center into vocational skills. These technical classes help equip young people with skills necessary to find jobs.”

The remote location and lack of infrastructure can make the work challenging. “We have to educate the Sumbanese about the benefits that can be gained from seeking our services in health care, education, and job training. We’re preparing youth for the future, providing them with job skills, English instruction, and improved access to health care. As tourism continues to develop on this island, we’re trying to develop a well-trained indigenous work force that can contribute to the growth and benefit from the economic opportunities.”

Reflecting on his vocation and location, Knickerbocker concludes, “The arts and natural beauty are unparalleled, and you can’t beat the tropical weather and surfing. Yes it’s remote, but I have a great life here with my wife, Iefa, and two kids. I find the Foundation’s commitment to health and education inspiring, and I feel we’re making a difference in people’s lives.”

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Peter Boggs ’68 A GLOBAL STATE OF MIND

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

Shortly after graduating from Washington College, Peter Boggs read James Michener’s “The Drifters.” That bestselling novel sparked a yearning to travel to Spain, so in 1975, Boggs and his wife Gail moved to Madrid for several months to immerse in the language and culture. However, they soon discovered it’s pretty hard to live well if you don’t have the money.

The young couple returned home to Bethesda, Maryland for the next decade to raise their family while Peter worked his way up through the advertising world.

The Boggs’ traveled to Scotland in 1985 for a family gathering, and while in the U.K., Peter interviewed with ad agencies in London and landed a position with Ogilvy and Mather. “We sold the Bethesda house and moved our family lock, stock, and barrel to London. Best thing I ever did because it opened my horizons to the rest of the world.

In hindsight, I suppose I was trying to escape the suburban Washington routine.”

Boggs traveled extensively as Ogilvy’s European director for global marketing. In 1991, he became the chairman, COO, and ultimately president of Grey Direct Worldwide, developing new accounts throughout Europe, Asia, and South America. Clients included Nokia, Microsoft, Mars, Procter & Gamble, and Toyota. When he ‘retired’ in 2002, he and Gail bought a farm in northern Scotland, despite “not knowing the slightest thing about farming or husbandry.” Gail manages the 500 acre farm where she raises 400 sheep, 5,000 pheasant and partridge, and grows barley to be malted for Scottish distilleries.

In this next phase of life, Boggs now pours his energy into IT start-ups and charitable nonprofit work. He became the board director for Kindred (formerly Unibet), an online sports betting platform that includes gaming, casinos, and poker. “The company had 30 employees in

2001 when I joined the board; it’s now an international powerhouse with 1,500 employed in London, Stockholm, Sydney, Malta, and Gibraltar,” Boggs reports. “We have 1.2 million active customers across Europe and Australia.

The company did an IPO in 2004 and is now capitalized at over three billion dollars U.S.” He also serves on the board of Ulpian Systems, a start-up that creates software designed to assess and evaluate litigation and insurance claims. “This is dispute resolution for the digital age, enabling firms to be more productive and cost effective.”

Most near to his heart is his work with two nonprofits that help young people suffering from serious illness or disabilities. Barretstown, founded by Paul Newman in 1994, provides holiday time for children with diseases such as leukemia or other cancers. “1,500 kids from 11 European countries come to Barretstown Castle in County Kildare, Ireland for ten days of therapeutic recreation. My role is fundraising and marketing.” Boggs also serves on the board of Cantraybridge College, a special education program in the Scottish Highlands that develops the talent and skills of young people with disabilities. The environmentally-focused rural campus offers residential accommodation and job training opportunities.

Whether managing a global marketing firm, getting a start-up running, or serving on nonprofits, Boggs has learned to listen and adapt the messaging relevant to the community. “You can’t sit in New York and assume you know what’s happening in Portugal or Asia. You have to embed there for a period of time to gain the cultural nuances. If you really want to be global in today’s world, you have to travel. 33 years of living abroad has taught me to tone down my American compulsion to have all the answers.”

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Collaboration Is The Key MIKE TIERNEY ’82

BY EMMA CHRISTIANTELLI

“It’s all about a collaborative environment,” began Mike Tierney ’82. With a career spanning engineering and patent law both in the United States and abroad, Tierney can confidently say he knows the power of a positive work environment. “Having lived and traveled in so many countries, I’ve learned that any location can be a hot spot for innovation. All you need are the right conditions.”

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As an engineer at NASA in the 1990s, Tierney worked to develop the onboard navigation software for the Deep Space Climate Observatory (DSCOVR) satellite.

While working on the specialized project, Tierney valued the genius and innovation that surrounded— and fueled—him. “At NASA, I was able to connect with the smartest, most inventive people from around the world,” Tierney shared. “I thrived in that environment.

It taught me how to tap into my own skills and creativity.”

After his ten-year engineering stretch at NASA, Tierney switched gears. He craved more challenge— but in a field that would complement his engineering expertise. That led him to patent law.

In 2002, Tierney enrolled in law school. “Patent law was the perfect match. I was able to combine 12 years of technical knowledge with methods of legal analysis, which was a true challenge,” Tierney stated.

His new career eventually took him to Munich, Germany, where he worked as the IP licensing attorney in charge of patent enforcement for Infineon Technologies (which was later acquired by Intel). There, Tierney’s belief in the power of a collaborative work environment was solidified. “German technical culture does an amazing job of fostering and developing the skills of its engineers,” he shared. “I learned a lot from that.”

Using that knowledge as a springboard, Tierney developed a patent mentor network that connected Intel engineers throughout Europe and Asia. The network gave junior-level employees access to the expertise of senior engineers, patent experts, and inventors. “Regular, brief discussions with an expert

can have a significant impact on an individual. It’s a minimal time commitment for the mentor, and absolutely transformative for the engineer,” Tierney explained. “Mentorship is more than a knowledge transfer; it instills confidence in those motivated to seek support, and fosters a culture of collaboration within the community.”

Though he didn’t know it at the time, hindsight tells Tierney that it was Trinity-Pawling where he first realized the significance of mentorship and healthy work environments. “At T-P, although I hate to admit it, I was lazy and did the bare minimum,” he shared. “But the School kept raising the bar in front of me. They wouldn’t let me slip through the cracks. It was exactly the environment I needed. I learned how to find my inner reserve of energy and actually put it to use. I was 24 years old when I finally found the passion to focus, and when that happened, I had the skills and toolset to go forward. I’m so grateful for that.”

Following his work for Infineon and Intel in Germany, Tierney and his family hopscotched over to Dublin, Ireland, where he worked as the senior engineering director for a small, start-up invention and investment company for two years. Now, back in the States, Tierney works as Chief Patent Counsel at JMA Wireless in Syracuse, NY. At JMA, Tierney draws on his diverse field experiences and integrates them into his new projects—on both the engineering and legal sides.

Perhaps most importantly, he continues to cultivate a forward-thinking and collaborative work environment for himself and his colleagues. And that, he believes, makes all the difference.

“ Mentorship is more than a knowledge transfer; it instills

confidence in those motivated to seek support, and fosters a culture of collaboration within the community.

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Tim Wang ’19 and Victor Zhu ’19 INNOVATIVE THINKERS, REAL-WORLD RESEARCH

BY EMMA CHRISTIANTELLI

Trinity-Pawling’s Science Research in High School (SRHS) Program is a vigorous, three-year elective course, affiliated with State University of New York at Albany, in which students select a topic of interest and carry out an original, professional-level, scientific research project. The only prerequisite for the course is that the candidates be selfmotivated students and innovative thinkers. Enter: Hongyi “Victor” Zhu ’19 and Ziqing “Tim” Wang ’19.

Both juniors, Zhu and Wang are two of eleven current students pursuing independent projects within the Science Research Program. Their chosen topics demonstrate the versatility of the research course, and more importantly, the ambition and high-level thinking of those that take it.

Victor Zhu, for instance, has focused his research on Brain Computer Interface (BCI). Simply put, BCI is the collaboration between the brain and an external machine that enables brain signals to trigger some activity. “BCI has always been intriguing technology to me,” Zhu shared.

“It could be the solution to medical problems, such as veterans who have lost limbs fighting for their country.

BCI could help them regain their mobility by creating a prosthetic limb controlled by the brain.” And that, he says, is just the beginning.

Through the SRHS Program, each student seeks out a mentor with expertise in the field. For Zhu, he didn’t have to go very far. “Mr. Metcalf referred me to alumnus AJ Keller ’10, who has helped me a great deal,” Zhu shared.

Nate Jaffe, science teacher and head of the SRHS Program, has also served as a mentor to Zhu. “Victor has been one of my most self-motivated students,” Jaffe shared. “He has done a great deal of self-educating which is crucial to the process.”

Over his two years conducting in-depth research on BCI, Zhu feels he has barely scratched the surface—and that excites him. “BCI technology is still in its developing stages, but the future is very promising,” he explained.

“Researching it has broadened my thinking level and prepared me for my potential future in the field.”

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In the same way, Tim Wang, too, aspires for a future in his research field. Wang’s project centers on the development of biodegradable plastic and the positive impact its use could have on our natural world. “My pursuit of this topic starts with my concern for the environment,” Wang stated. “In China alone, the disposal of plastic bags has risen to a high level. The use of petroleum plastics in all industries is putting pressure on the imminent fossil fuel crisis facing our world.”

Wang is specifically focusing on one biodegradable plastic—the only one that is currently achieving 100% biodegradability. However, in his research, he has learned that his topic reaches far beyond the science level.

“During my research, I’ve found that an environmental problem like this cannot be solved merely by technology and science skills,” Wang explained. “It also involves economics. Once it’s developed, how can we make this biodegradable plastic economically available? This has driven my study forward.”

Over his years of research, Wang’s project has fueled his passion for protecting the environment. As he prepares for college, he plans to carry his findings with him and will continue to delve into the world of—and hopefully the solution to—plastic pollution.

At such a young age, Zhu and Wang have had the unique opportunities to explore advanced scientific fields and connect with the professionals that keep them growing. Each year, the SRHS Program provides students, like Zhu and Wang, with the tools and connections they need to strengthen their research and real-world skills.

Moreover, by allowing students to select their own topics, the course encourages Trinity-Pawling’s main academic vision: passion-based learning. “T-P’s program helps us to find our true passion for science, technology, business…”

Wang concluded. “And it’s the education around those passions that prepares us to follow them.”

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Philip Norkeliunas ’89 HISTORIC PRESERVATIONIST—CITIZEN OF THE WORLD

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

As a young boy, Philip Norkeliunas spent hours in the Vassar College library, courtesy of his mother’s alumna library card, poring over architecture and decorative arts books. “I’ve always been captivated by the stories of the immigrants who came through Ellis Island, the dedicated craftsmen who shared their skills working with iron, stone, wood, and brick.”

His passion for preserving and restoring American architecture, with a particular focus on the Beaux Arts period of 1870 to 1930, evolved from growing up in Hyde Park, New York, home to historic estates such as Springwood, Franklin D. Roosevelt’s lifelong home; the Eleanor Roosevelt Center at Val-Kill; Vanderbilt Mansion; and Ferncliff, the Astors’ estate in Rhinebeck.

“I grew up in a home where language and travel were strongly emphasized. My father was a professor of Russian language and literature and world history at Marist College from 1963 to 2000. My mother won a Fulbright which allowed my family to live in Europe for a period in the 1970s. Seeing Versailles as a young boy surely gave me delusions of grandeur,” he laughs.

Norkeliunas studied French at Trinity-Pawling and spent a high school summer in France. While at St. Lawrence University, he returned to France for his junior year. “Living abroad and speaking French and Russian opened my eyes to a whole new world, one that continues to engage me today.”

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teacher but pushed us to excellence.” Norkeliunas became project manager restoring two Beaux Arts mansions, one on Fifth Avenue across from the Metropolitan Museum and Blairsden, a 38-room country estate in Peapack, New Jersey. “I was essentially living at Downton Abbey but playing all the roles and shouldering the duties myself!”

That property sold in 2012, and Norkeliunas is currently restoring a historic house in Portugal.

Norkeliunas gained Lithuanian citizenship in 2015.

“My father was born in Lithuania on the Russian border.

He and his family were rounded up and sent to a forced labor camp in Germany. Mercifully, they survived and immigrated to the U.S. in 1949.”

“Having Lithuanian citizenship allows me to be an E.U. citizen and live anywhere in Europe now. My father spoke so poetically about the beauty of his homeland, the forests and coasts. I’ve fallen in love with the culture and history, and I’m spending this July in a language immersion class at Vilnius University.”

Norkeliunas admits he lives an unfathomable life at times. “I was educated beautifully at home, and Trinity-Pawling nurtured my confidence. I’ve been privileged to live and work in London, Venice, France, the Bahamas, India, as well as New York, New Jersey, and Florida. As a global citizen, I know the value of graceful communication, the importance of learning and respecting the vast histories of the countries where I travel.”

Norkeliunas has served on the Trinity-Pawling Board of Trustees since 2016.

The Bekhiet Brothers A CONVERSATION WITH ABDALLAH ’18 AND HUMA ’19 BEKHIET

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

How did you end up in Pawling from Alexandria, Egypt?

Abdallah: My squash coach back home connected me with names of boarding schools that have good squash programs.

I contacted Mr. Dore and then Skyped with admissions. The first time I saw campus was when my father and I arrived for early sports my sophomore year. I instantly loved this place.

I still hang out with the kids I met that first day. I love the small size and how close everything is.

Huma: My mom and I came to visit Abdallah at Thanksgiving break his first year. It was our first time in the U.S. When I saw the campus, I knew I would come too. I applied in early December and got accepted for my sophomore year.

Abdallah: My dad was really supportive of my choice to study abroad. My mom? She was worried and didn’t want me 11 hours away by plane. But once she came to visit and met everyone, she knew I was safe and saw how happy I was.

Are academics different in the U.S.?

Abdallah: In Egypt, we stay in the same room with the same 25 kids all day, and the teachers come to us. I get to meet so many more people here, from around the world. I never would have had that chance if I stayed back home.

And how about sports?

Huma: Schools in Egypt don’t offer sports. To play sports, you have to join a club and pay a monthly fee. Each club has all the sports – soccer, squash, water polo, handball, track. It’s both sports and our social life.

What do you play at Trinity-Pawling?

Abdallah: We both play varsity soccer and squash. We started playing squash when we were 7 and 6 years old.

I’m captain and have been #1 or 2 each year.

How about extracurriculars?

Huma: We both write for The Phoenix and we play Futsal.

Abdallah: And I’m in Key Club, an Alumni Ambassador, and on the Dean’s Advisory Council this year.

How has Trinity-Pawling shaped you?

Abdallah: T-P has given us independence and taught us about time management.

Huma: I’m more responsible now, and I’ve become a better athlete.

What do you see for your future?

Abdallah: I plan on becoming an electrical or mechanical engineer like my dad so I can work in his company. I love math and physics, and engineering connects the two.

Huma: I want to be a heart surgeon.

Final thoughts?

Abdallah: We’re the only kids from home who took this risk to study abroad and it’s working out for us. American colleges are much more advanced than in Egypt. We have better options.

Huma: We also have exposure to more diverse cultures.

Boarding school introduces you to kids from around the world. This has been a great experience for us both.

Huma: I play varsity tennis as well.

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IN THE CLASSROOM

Lisabeth Conti

“

SO REWARDING. I’M NOT

JUST TEACHING THE

TRANSLATIONS; I’M

TEACHING CULTURAL

INTERACTION AND

RESPECT. OUR WORLD

NEEDS THAT.

TEACHING LANGUAGE IS

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BRIDGING THE LANGUAGES

BY EMMA CHRISTIANTELLI

“¡No pasa nada!” Trinity-Pawling Spanish teacher, Lisabeth Conti, lives and teaches by this motto. “It doesn’t have a direct translation,” she explained.

“Essentially, it means ‘no worries.’ When something doesn’t go as planned, we say “¡no pasa nada!” There’s almost always a way to fix it.”

Conti learned this flexible, worry-free style while teaching at a bilingual school in Camarma de Esteruelas, Spain. As a member of the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE), Conti became an ESL teacher in the small town just outside of Madrid. “My students ranged from eighth to tenth grade. I was the teacher, but of course I learned just as much from them, if not more,” Conti shared.

As an ESL teacher, not entirely fluent in Spanish at the time, Conti found her classroom to be a bridge between the languages, teaching—and learning—much more than vocabulary and grammar. “Language is more than just the words in each sentence. It’s the inflections, hand gestures, facial expressions…everything! The most important part of learning a language is listening. My students and I learned that together.”

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in Spanish classes here and there, but didn’t have the chance to immerse herself in the language like she wanted. Joining CIEE did just that. It augmented her love for language and, perhaps more importantly, helped to solidify her calling to teach.

“Teaching language is so rewarding,” Conti explained.

“I’m not just teaching the translations; I’m teaching cultural interaction and respect. Our world needs that.”

After her two-year stretch at the school in Camarma, Conti returned to her hometown of Pawling to continue spreading her love for language. She joined TrinityPawling’s Modern Language Department in the summer of 2017 and brings her Camarma experiences into each lesson, connecting the two worlds.

“It’s important to make learning a new language welcoming and reachable so that, no matter what, we keep the dialogue going,” Conti shared. “In language, there’s no such thing as perfection. Even fluent speakers make mistakes. ¡No pasa nada! That fluidity is something I weave into my lessons everyday. Ultimately, language should be a positive, fun experience. If my students are engaging with each other, laughing, and embracing their mistakes, I know I’m doing my job.”

BY JUDY REDDER

It was perfect timing when Kevin Richards got a call from his former football coach at University of Albany, Nick LaFontaine, with an invitation to visit Trinity-Pawling School. Richards was in grad school and working in a sales and business development job that lacked fulfillment. He always had a desire to teach and coach, so he jumped at the opportunity to join Trinity-Pawling in 2013, where he instantly found the meaningful work and sense of community he envisioned.

On teaching history to boys: “It’s important to stay innovative. I try to teach my students the importance of developing new questions. I encourage the boys to consider the impact of historical events and how those events have affected our world today. They learn to make those connections by comparing events in history to what is happening now.”

On boarding school life: “This environment enables me to build relationships with students on the field and in the dorm, which helps them to feel more comfortable taking risks in the classroom.

The boarding lifestyle allows much more time with students—I get more done in class by spending time with the boys on multiple levels—this gives me the opportunity to affect the academic development of the boys.”

On leading the Hong Kong exchange: “This was a great opportunity to do something new and different. Our longstanding Hong Kong exchange program with St. Paul’s College is a true exchange—of ideas, culture, and experiences. It’s not about dictating our ways or point-of-view, it’s about sharing. We all discover and learn about our differences and similarities.”

On the value of student travel abroad: “Empathy is the hardest thing to teach.

Actual experience of someone else’s life goes a long way. Putting oneself in another’s shoes is hard to do from 8,000 miles away. As for the exchange of ideas—growth is the result!”

On what you miss most when you’re away from Trinity-Pawling: “The scenery—there is no place better in New England than Coratti Field in the fall—that’s an awesome view. And the dining hall— desserts all the time!”

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FACULTY MINUTE

Faculty Minute with Kevin Richards

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THE BIG PICTURE

Gratitude Immense thanks to Marlynn and Bill Scully ’57 for their support and contributions to Trinity-Pawling, which have created numerous opportunities for our students, scholar-athletes, and faculty.

Their most recent gift enabled the School to build the Smith Field House, and is inspiring other members of the Trinity-Pawling family to meet the challenge of a matching $10 million to the Trinity-Pawling endowment.

The Scullys’ philanthropic leadership has generated more than $7 million in recent commitments to the endowment thus far.

The Smith Field House has made a profound impact on the campus, our athletic complex and programs, and student life. We are eternally grateful.

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SMITH FIELD HOUSE CONCOURSE OF THE COMMUNITY

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

Ask Miles Hubbard ’57, P’82 and he’ll say there are only 24 basketballs in the gym. Wander through the Smith Field House on any afternoon and you’ll swear it’s triple that number. Boys of all ages and abilities swarm the new courts to shoot hoops, seeking the eternal thrill of that swish shot.

The field house thrums with energy from the moment classes end until evening study hall begins. While some lads launch Spaldings at the glass backboards, others lob lacrosse balls on the adjacent court. At the northern end, a few boys roll out the pitching machine and slide the 70-foot netting along taut cables. Within minutes they’re taking batting practice in the retractable cage. Wrestlers

catching a breath lean over the railing, towels draped over their heads as they watch the action below. On the carpeted ground floor beneath the mezzanine, a handful of off-season football players grunt through a grueling workout. Around the corner in the Class of 1964 Alumni and Hall of Fame Room, the hockey team finishes a yoga stretching session while their coaches prepare to show video of the Salisbury game. A gaggle of freshmen

wanders among these spaces, soaking it all in, in no rush to return to their dorm.

Field houses are often hangar-like rectangular boxes with low ceilings, poor lighting, and muffled sound.

Walter Hauser ’96 of KG & D Architects designed a soaring vaulted space infused with natural light from the west and north and supported by handsome wooden trusses, an aesthetic cue from Tirrell Rink, McGraw Pavilion, and Scully Hall. Smith Field House fits like a keystone uniting the Rock Squash Courts, McGraw Pavilion, and Hubbard Court. Even at maximum capacity, the athletic center now feels open, inviting spectators to wander among all the venues. Thanks to the generosity of Marlynn and Bill Scully ’57, Trinity-Pawling has gained yet another transformational space guaranteed to enhance the entire community.

“The field house was the culmination of a multi-year plan devised after several meetings with friend and T-P leader, Arch Smith. We worked well together,” Scully reflects. “Our primary goal was to make T-P more competitive by enhancing its physical plant. Marlynn and I decided to initiate a challenge to the Board and alumni: we offered to fund the much-needed field house in return for some pre-established endowment goals. The Smith Field House project was an outstanding opportunity to honor two men, Phil Smith and Arch Smith,

who played such an important role in Trinity-Pawling’s successful evolution.”

Site work began on August 24, 2016 and lasted through October. That phase included removing the old infrastructure and installing new utilities – water, sewer, and telecommunication lines. Fastracs Excavating, owned

by Leigh Cookingham III ’74, handled the demolition and site work and donated the sod at the end, and Daniel O’Connell’s Sons general contractors arrived in mid October. Construction had begun.

The entire project took approximately twelve months start to finish, and timely completion required a close collaboration between architect, builder, and School.

“Everyone bought into the plan,” says Physical Plant Director Andy Baker ’00. “We finished the project three weeks ahead of schedule, in time for the October 6 dedication. Fortunately the weather cooperated during the winter of 2017, and aside from one major snowstorm in March, it was fairly clear, cold, and dry.”

In addition to demolishing the north end of the original gymnasium, Fastracs excavated a mountain of earth - 30,000 cubic yards - from the front quad, preparing the site for the installation of 40 geothermal wells, each one 400 feet deep. Those wells pull natural heat out of the ground and pump it into the field house.

As Baker notes, “We’re not making heat, we’re moving it.

It’s more energy efficient and cost effective to heat or cool a space when you start at 55 degrees.”

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AN INCLUSIVE SPACE THAT ENHANCES THE COMMUNITY When creating a learning environment for a boys’ school, a special focus needs to be placed on facilitating active learning. As such, the Smith Field House fosters and optimizes the overall learning environment at TrinityPawling. Headmaster Bill Taylor underscores this point.

“Boys learn best when they are active. This reality forges the underpinnings of the School’s pedagogy. The activity, moreover, must be fostered throughout the campus.

The Smith Field House allows more boys to be more routinely active. This improves their physical health, their intellectual health, and their emotional health. The Smith Field House is not just an enhancement to the athletic facilities of the School. Rather, it augments the School’s foundation as a whole.”

Or as Athletic Director Brian Foster ’79 puts it, “Kids are taking advantage of this facility and not sitting around in their rooms. Coaches have more flexibility for practice times and a variety of additional spaces to use. It’s no longer three teams battling for court time or trying to find a space for stretching and conditioning.”

As a result, the school was able to eat dinner together at 6:30 all winter, for the first time in decades. Having one common dinner hour means a more unified community with consistent contact.

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These points are not lost on JP Burlington ’95, Director of Admission. “Prospective families are blown away when they come back from the campus tour. They love the architecture and how the athletic facility flows now. It’s an impressive showpiece that looks like it’s been there all along. They clearly see the beneficial impact of the Smith Field House on the campus spirit.”

Head prefect Joe Webber ’18 witnesses guests’ reactions when he takes them on tours. “The Smith Field House has given us leverage to attract prospective studentathletes as well as enhance our opportunities to train in the off-season. The field house is a magnet that draws the student body, a place where we can all come together. It’s an inclusive space that honors the enduring tradition of T-P athletics.” Webber has seen the campus evolve since he arrived with his own family in 2003 – as a two-year old faculty kid!

“PUTTING FURNITURE IN THE NEW HOUSE” On the ground floor beneath the mezzanine lies a 2,700 foot carpeted area called the Commons. Athletic trainer Jay Kellogg P ’10, ’15, ’23 and other coaches are developing this into a dedicated space for strength and conditioning.

“Our next step is to shape the Commons into a well-designed venue with functional training and cardio

equipment,” says Kellogg. He envisions a row of exercise bikes, elliptical machines, and treadmills. And across the aisle, a series of high intensity, short burst equipment for resistance training; cutting edge pieces like the stairclimber; Jacob’s ladder; and the TRX trainer. A 44foot swath of artificial turf can be rolled out for agility footwork. The Commons could easily accommodate 30 athletes training on this equipment and using the floor for additional strength conditioning.

“It’s like putting furniture in a new house,” Kellogg continues. “Athletes can engage in sport-specific workouts on these machines. The key is that no matter your level of fitness, these resistance-based machines pit you against yourself. They’re geared to each individual’s strength and ability. This is exactly why the space can benefit the entire community, from student-athletes to faculty and staff. It could be a huge health and wellness initiative.”

By summer, Brian Foster ’79 plans to install athletic memorabilia and other decorative touches to enhance the walls and hallways. “We’re taking the names from the 13 varsity team awards bowls and etching them onto glass plaques. We’ll hang a giant T-P banner on one central wall, paint a lion’s head on another, and put a custombuilt trophy case upstairs next to the Rock Squash Courts for memorabilia, jerseys, and other legacy equipment.

Downstairs, we’ll develop a collage of enlarged action photos of teams and athletes. We’re working on a few special projects for the Class of 1964 Alumni and Hall of Fame Room too. We saved some of the original varnished floor boards from Hubbard Court and have some fun ideas to put those to use.”

of fans around the globe who can now view the Pride’s athletic events.

Bob Ferraris ’93, head varsity hockey coach, explains how this technology enhances his coaching: “PlaySight gives us a clear and crisp video from multiple camera angles, and a platform to cut and edit. This has been a valuable resource for our coaching staff and studentathletes. Simply put, seeing is believing. Kids can’t dispute what the camera reveals. The ease of access to the footage allows us to replay specific camera angles in real-time, slow, fast, zoom in, or store for later. We can show PlaySight footage on the ice, bench, locker-room, bus, anywhere there is a usable cell or wi-fi signal.”

Assistant varsity basketball coach Rachel Kellogg P ’10, ’15, ’23 concurs. “In Hubbard Court, cameras can pan and follow the ball so now we can livestream for families and fans far away. As we study the game footage with the team, the playback component allows us to show players the mistakes or good plays they made. Since kids are so accustomed to everything on video, this is a natural teaching tool.”

SEEING IS BELIEVING Part of the field house project included updating the fiber optics network. That vital step allowed for the installation of PlaySight, a state-of-the-art video and coaching technology introduced to the campus

by Gordon Uehling ’91. 26 PlaySight cameras were strategically placed in Hubbard Court, Tirrell Rink, Coratti Turf Field, and Rock Squash Courts.

Installation of the SmartCourt, SmartField, and SmartRink technology makes Trinity-Pawling one of the first fully-equipped SmartSchools in the country, creating a community of athletes, coaches, and thousands

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A 50-YEAR PERSPECTIVE Miles Hubbard ’57, P’82 has the deepest institutional memory of anyone currently at Trinity-Pawling. As a student, he played varsity basketball in the gymnasium – the one that now houses Gardiner Theater. That structure was built in 1911, the second building erected on campus after Cluett. Construction for the Carleton Gym started in 1959, two years after Hubbard graduated. The captain of Hubbard’s basketball team senior year? Bill Scully ’57.

Hubbard returned to Pawling in 1964 to teach and coach. He became Athletic Director in 1974, a position he dutifully held until he retired (for a few years, at least…) in 2001. Near the conclusion of his final season, the basketball court was formally dedicated in his honor. Hubbard Court received a major renovation as part of the field house project, gaining a new hardwood floor, new baskets, glass boards, and scoreboard. The arching trusses were painted creamy white to brighten the room, and padded chairs replaced the team benches. Two sets of wooden bleachers slide out with the touch of a button.

“The percentage of kids using the gym complex is significantly higher than before,” Hubbard offers. “Not just basketball but all sports. The turf field brought us to one level, and this field house takes us even further. Kids are down here constantly. Baseball now has an indoor batting and pitching cage; lacrosse and soccer can practice inside if the weather’s bad; football does pre-game stretching in the field house. And the strength and conditioning group moves into the field house after other teams have cleared out.”

Last October, the entire Trinity-Pawling community gathered for a gala dedication of the Smith Field House. At the conclusion of the ceremony, Bill Scully took to the new court, accompanied by his teammates Hubbard and Bob Myslik ’57, and the legendary Phil Haughey ’53.

Scully stepped to the free throw line and launched a Spalding to the glass backboard. Fifty years later, the captain proved he was still a T-P lad, in pursuit of that perfect swish.

SPECIAL THANKS: KG & D Architects | Daniel O’Connell’s Sons General Contractors | Fastracs Excavating | JLS Electric | St. Germain & Aupperle Engineers | Trinity-Pawling Maintenance and Building Services Team | Village of Pawling

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SOU

Gardiner Theater Gets WORLD-CLASS

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ND THANKS TO JAY WEN ’18 AND A ’91 TRIO

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

Jie “Jay” Wen ’18 was getting extra help in the technology office while Adam Dinsmore ’91 and academic computer coordinator Van Metcalf were brainstorming ways to improve the Gardiner Theater’s sound system. Dinsmore manages the technical aspects of Gardiner Theater and was at wit’s end. “I kind of eavesdropped on their conversation,” Jay admits. “Then I raised my hand and said, ‘My dad makes speakers. Maybe he can help.’ ” Not only does Kejian “Jack” Wen make speakers, his company - Elder Audio - manufactures the professional sound systems that amplify stadiums, theaters, and gymnasiums around the globe, including some of the systems used in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

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As Dinsmore recalls, “Van and I googled Mr. Wen’s company, checked out the equipment, and knew this was exactly what we needed: a system that could handle boys jamming for the rock concert, student drama productions, and world-class musicians for the Pawling Concert Series.”

Jay pitched the idea to his father who was immediately interested and started to design a system. “Our company builds the sound equipment start to finish,” Jay explains.

“And we work with specific companies around the world to handle the installation.” Jay messaged Dinsmore that his father was happy to provide the system, but the School would need to cover the installation fees. “My job ended there,” says Jay, a senior prefect who hails Jay Wen ’18 at the unveiling of the Gardiner Theater sound system from Shenzen, China.

Paul Sevigny, in turn, credits Isaly. “I threw in what And Dinsmore’s was just beginning.

I could and put Dinsmore onto Gray Ellison. As a DJ and music lover, I know the impact of an excellent sound It’s Who You Know system. And I love that the guys are actually able to learn While Mr. Wen generously donated the Beta-3 sound how to run it. A sound system is just another tool to open system equipment, the next hurdle was professional kids’ eyes to new possibilities. It doesn’t matter what you installation. That meant securing the funding. pursue. Pursue what you love, no matter what it is, and in Dinsmore pitched his idea to the administration. most cases, you can turn it into a viable business. That’s “Some of my classmates from ’91 are committed to how entrepreneurs are born.” the arts, and I wanted to see if they would support this And as for Gray Ellison, “The project sounded project.” He received the go-ahead and placed a few calls. fantastic and it’s the least I could do to help. I’m really The class had gathered in October 2016 for their 25th pleased it’s made a difference at the School. Gear like this reunion so bonds had been intensified. helps Trinity-Pawling keep pace and utilize the facility to “I called Jason Isaly who committed right away. He pointed me to Paul Sevigny who’s been a DJ in Manhattan its true potential.” and owns clubs today. After Paul stepped up, he told me Installing a Cocoon of Sound to get after Gray Ellison. A little peer pressure goes a long You know those Super Bowl halftime extavaganzas? way and Gray jumped on board. Those guys are amazing Joe Panza does. He’s been the lead sound and light and didn’t hesitate to contribute because they loved how engineer for seven Super Bowl shows. Jack Wen’s top U.S. much this would benefit the boys.” installer flew from Kansas City, Missouri to spend a week From Jason Isaly’s perspective, “I knew Adam was in Pawling in October. After he received the theater specs passionate about this project and that piqued my own and scope of events, Joe designed a robust system that interest. I agreed to pick up half the tab and figured Paul could meet all the School’s needs—and then some. Overand Gray would get behind this as well.”

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A SOUND SYSTEM IS JUST ANOTHER TOOL TO OPEN KIDS’ EYES TO NEW POSSIBILITIES. IT DOESN’T MATTER WHAT YOU PURSUE. PURSUE WHAT YOU LOVE, NO MATTER WHAT IT IS, AND IN MOST CASES, YOU CAN TURN IT INTO A VIABLE BUSINESS. THAT’S HOW

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ENTREPRENEURS ARE BORN.

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— Paul Sevigny ’91

design is a beneficial concept in sound, and this Beta-3 system can accommodate a 2,000-seat space. In fact, four separate 20 amp circuits had to be installed to handle the upgrade.

A high quality system creates a rich sound cocoon.

You feel it as much as hear it. As you walk up the theater’s carpeted stairs to the second and third tiers, sound envelops you at each step, providing a perfect audio experience wherever you sit or stand. You’ll hear the whisper on stage, a violinist’s lingering vibrato, or the thumping bass line of an electric guitar.

“I knew the system would make things sound better but didn’t realize it would be that good,” Dinsmore marvels. “We used to spend our time on tech crew trying to make a so-so system sound adequate. Now we can focus on the overall sound mix and strive for perfection.”

Sound systems perform best at 50-60% capacity, not maxed out. If you’ve ever pushed your home audio system to the edge, you understand. The previous system had 400 watts amplification through two speakers; this new one has 40,000 watt capability. A pair of four-foot tall woofers flanks the sides of the stage and a separate sub-woofer handles drums. Two line array speakers (clocking in at 600 pounds a piece) hang at the top corners of the stage’s proscenium, suspended with 5,000 pound test steel-cable enforced strapping. Six pairs of ten-inch drivers are aimed at specific levels of the theater so the audience enjoys excellent quality sound from the front row to the uppermost deck. Wedge monitors provide audio feedback for stage musicians while a half-dozen overhead microphones allow actors to speak naturally and move freely about the stage. And while the hard-wired ‘command central’ rack sits just inside the stage right door, the wireless sound board can be run through a tablet and controlled from anywhere in the theater.

“Find Your Tribe” This phrase is taped to the stage door, and generations of Trinity-Pawling boys have indeed found their tribe within the theater. Some perform, some build sets, some scramble in the catwalks overhead or scurry behind the plush curtains to manage the rigging. Still others gravitate to the sound and light booth, creating an atmosphere that enhances the show.

Dinsmore works with six to eight boys on tech crew.

In addition to training them how to use tools properly in the set shop, he also guides them in the intricacies of sound and lighting. “The boys get hands-on experience with an extremely professional system. Today, I sat in the front row during an all-school presentation and let the tech crew run the system. They welcomed the responsibility and were

wicked proud everything ran smoothly under their control.

This is an incredible opportunity for a boy who might have interest in technical theater. It’s just one more avenue to reach boys and open their eyes to something new.”

Danny Csaszar ’20, a two-year member of tech crew, agrees. “Because this system is so high-tech, it’s actually easier to use properly than the old one.” Henry Hatfield ’20 joined tech crew in the winter term, in part so he could have a chance to learn this system. “Plus it’s fun to crank it up each afternoon and feel that bass pump out the woofers.”

Chris Kelsey, Director of Instrumental Music, says, “Comparing the new system to the old is like comparing a new Mac to an abacus; they do some of the same things, but the former does so much more, so much better, that such a parallel is almost meaningless. Prior to acquiring the new system, we basically had a box that plugged into a wall and made sounds a little bit louder. Now we have a world-class sound system with the potential to enhance audio and push it throughout the hall with the highest clarity, so that every seat sounds like it’s in the front row.

Not only that, it allows each musician on stage to clearly hear what he and his bandmates are doing in a way we never could before, which can only serve to raise the level of performance.”

A Lasting Impact Thanks to Jay Wen’s family gift, and the generosity of 1991 classmates Jason Isaly, Gray Ellison, and Paul Sevigny, Gardiner Theater now has a state-of-the-art sound system to complement the high tech lighting already in place. “Every time I take a prospective family on tour through the Arts Center,” Jay Wen says, “I show them the theater and get to mention the speakers. It’s so nice to hear how much the sound has improved, and I can’t wait to hear the rock concert this spring! I’m really proud my family was able to contribute.”

Four members of ’91 feel the same.

Adam Dinsmore ’91

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CLUBS AT TRINITY-PAWLING STUDENTS PERFORM, LEAD, COOK, CREATE, HELP, AND HAVE FUN! With their wide-ranging interests, there’s no labeling boys at TrinityPawling. Our students are curious about the world around them, so they are often involved in many, varied pursuits—often discovering a hidden passion. We encourage the boys to try new things, and clubs are a great way for them to branch out in unpredictable ways.

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EXTRACURRICULAR CLUBS reflect our student body’s unique combination of interests and their freedom to pursue multiple passions.

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clubs serve the

SPIRITUAL LIFE of the Trinity-Pawling community. They celebrate individuals, while fostering close community bonds.

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CLUB ADVISORS who facilitate after-school activities. They’re friendly, creative educators who help students try new things and have fun while doing it.

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Trinity-Pawling iSITES provide space for student clubs to meet, imagine, collaborate, invent, and create.

In a community where individuality thrives,

aim to create an inclusive campus.

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SERVICE & ENVIRONMENTAL CLUBS

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make connections with local communities and identify needs that spark personal interests and concerns.

5 GAME CLUBS strive to bring some good old-fashioned fun to campus in the after-school hours.

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clubs devoted to

THE ARTS, where students can express themselves and let their creativity soar.

LEADERSHIP CLUBS challenge students to push themselves outside their comfort zone as they learn the skills of being a good leader.

These are just some of the clubs and organizations that are created and run by students with support from the faculty. The full list runs the gamut from Yoga and Mindfulness to Model UN and Debate, from Diversity and Current Events to Juggling, Jazz, Film, and Finance. And if students can't find the exact group they are looking for, they can start their own.

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Pride Athletics SPORTS RECAP

FOOTBALL

The 2017 Trinity-Pawling varsity football team ended the season with a post-season victory

over Deerfield Academy in the Mike Atkins Bowl, giving them a record of 7-2 for the year. The team started slowly with two losses to open the season, but ended up rolling through the rest of their season with 7 straight wins. Led by New England Offensive MVP Re’Mahn Davis ’18 and post-graduate Chiz Umunakwe ’18, the Pride put up 324 points on the year, averaging 36 points a game in a run-first attack that blew by defenders all year long. The defense, led by captains Cam Tillman ’18 and Nate Miller ’18, allowed less than 25 points a game and made key stops all year long that helped lead to victories for the Pride. Following three straight 6+ win seasons, expectations for next year are high as the Pride looks to continue their winning tradition on the gridiron.

SOCCER

The 2017 Trinity-Pawling varsity soccer team amassed a record of 4-9-3 under first-year Head

Coach Sam Clougher. Wins over Salisbury, Cushing, and Gunnery highlighted the season for the Pride. Leading scorer Abdallah Bekhiet ’18 and Matt Trainor ’18 lead the offense, and captains Joe Webber ’18 and Marc Welch ’18 anchored the back end of the pitch. With a returning core of young players and some talented new additions, the squad will look to build upon this season next year.

CROSS COUNTRY

The 2017 varsity cross country team finished with a regular season record of

1-8, highlighted by a win over Berkshire. The team went on to perform admirably in the post-season, with #1 runner Nick Grande ’18 finishing 24th overall at the Founders League race and the team finishing 15th at New Englands. The team has a lot to build on, as 4 of the top 7 runners (and 11 of the top 14) will be returning and will look to improve on the team's record next year.

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HOCKEY

The 2017-18 Trinity-Pawling

varsity hockey team had a memorable season; the boys captured a Founders League Championship, going an undefeated 7-0-3 in league play. In the final week of the regular season, the Pride completed a Taft sweep and won the Empire Cup with victories over tournament bound Millbrook and eventual New England Large School Tournament winner Brunswick. The final chapter of this noteworthy season included qualifying for the New England Large School Tournament, though the boy’s postseason dreams were cut short by a tough loss to Thayer.

Offensively the team was led by Joey Musa ’19, AJ

New England Interscholastic Team Championships, losing out on the Class C championship by a mere 4 points. #1 Huma Bekhiet ’19 and #2 Abdallah Bekhiet ’18 (Cpt.) each won their respective draws without losing a game. #5 Nate Tanner ’18 won 2nd place in his draw, and #3 Joe Webber ’18, #4 William Yau ’18, #6 Rodger Ecker ’20, and #7 Leo Yan ’18 all won 3rd place in their draws. Although the team had a challenging season, their hard work paid off at the end of the year.

SKIING

The 2017-18 campaign of Trinity-

Pawling’s ski racing team brought youth to the fore.

Bella ’18 (Cpt.), Jackson Breton ’19, Stephen Willey ’20,

7 out of 11 skiers were starting their first race this

and Scot Lawson ’18 (Cpt.) who all had 15+ points on

season. Especially with the challenging snow conditions

the season. Defensively, the Pride was anchored by All-

of southern New England, inexperience can lead to

NEPSAC West goalie Evan Ruschil ’19, who finished the

inconsistent results. Senior Captain Ben Verdesi ’18

season with an impressive .935 save percentage, and

brought the most speed to the squad, showing single runs

defensemen Gabe Blanchard ’19, Phip Waugh ’19, Kyle

that would place him into the Top 20. Sophomore Griffin

Miller ’18 (Cpt.), and John Garvey ’19.

Fluehr ’20 was the standout among new team members,

With only 7 seniors graduating, the Pride will look to repeat as Founders League Champions and make the post-season tournament once again next year.

quickly slotting into the number 2 spot on the team.

The youthful team was overmatched at the New England Championship race, placing 13th among boys teams. Next year’s team will miss the seniors’ leadership

BASKETBALL

The varsity basketball team

finished the 2017-18 season 17-8, with a 12-4 record in NEPSAC Class A. The team had some quality wins this year: 2 each over Avon and Taft, an exciting overtime game

but will look to capitalize on this campaign’s experience to get stronger and faster.

WRESTLING

The 2017-18 wrestling team

vs. Cheshire, a revenge win over Hotchkiss, and dominant

continued its run of dominance in the Founders League,

wins over Andover, Brunswick, and Kent. Nikkei Rutty ’18,

amassing a regular season record of 14-3 and going

Korey Lee ’18, Sam Peek ’18, and Beau Smith ’18 made

undefeated against Founders League opponents, a streak

up the ‘core four’ of returners this year, augmented by the

that extends back to January 2014. The team concluded

presence of post-grad leading scorer Brandon Redendo

the season by finishing 2nd in Western New England, and

’18 and inside man Kaelen Kanealey ’18. After a good

7th out of 44 teams at New Englands. David Bancroft ’19,

season, the team was barely edged out of tournament

Graham Roediger ’18, Jake Conlan ’19, and Bim Gecaj

play, and will look for another strong year in 2018-19.

’18 each won their respective weight classes at Western New Englands, and Bim Gecaj ’18 ended his season with

SQUASH

The 2017-18 varsity squash team

faced a tough task, graduating a number of players from the previous year’s team, and struggled throughout the winter to come up with wins. But, while the team finished

an 8th place finish at Prep Nationals, qualifying him as a Prep All-American.

With a number of contributing returners, the wrestling team will look to continue their run of excellence next season.

with a 1-17 regular season record, they excelled in the

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PRIDE SPOTLIGHT

Agents to Stars on Field and Screen Jason Mo ’09 and Seth Mayeri ’89

BY MARIA BUTEUX READE

JASON MO ’09 Jungseo “Jason” Mo grew up obsessed with sports.

In his four years at Trinity-Pawling, he played varsity soccer, squash, and ran track and field. He dreamed of playing soccer professionally, but his parents nixed that idea and urged him to focus on his academics. After graduating from Indiana University Bloomington with a degree in economics, he returned to Seoul and landed a job as a sports agent. “Being an agent allowed me to get involved in professional sports but on a different level,” he said.

Mo’s company, SNB of Korea, represents athletes in soccer, golf, and tennis.

“I manage 35 to 40 athletes, schedule their tournaments, and arrange their flights and accommodations. When a soccer player transfers to a new club, I negotiate his contract to ensure he gets the best deal. Basically, I take care of all aspects of my players’ lives on and off the court, field, or course. The job allows me to travel and I’m constantly learning. The challenge is that sports matches happen on the weekends so I don’t have much down time. But I still play soccer each week with my friends.”

“MacGregor Robinson always encouraged me to pursue my dreams, and being a sports agent was one of them. My parents didn’t like my decision at first; they wanted me to get a good paying job at Samsung or Hyundai. The money doesn’t matter to me, and now my parents are satisfied because they see how happy I am.”

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SETH MAYERI ’89

Seth Mayeri has been in the television industry for 25 years come October, the past 23 as a broadcasting agent. After earning an economics degree from Brandeis, he started in 1993 as an assistant for a company that represented news/sports broadcasters and NHL players, and then became an agent in 1995. “As an assistant, I was earning six bucks an hour, running to the bank and post office, mailing client demo reels, setting the VHS machines nightly, sitting in my boss’s car while he was double parked – you name it. We kept merging with other larger media companies and we ultimately went from a 20-person firm to a massive agency called SFX Entertainment.”

Mayeri started his own boutique agency in April 2006 with three business partners. Evolution Group represents broadcast and media talent as well as athletes and coaches. “My clients work at networks such as CNN,

ABC News, ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC Sports, CBS Sports, NBA TV, MLS TV, Channel One News, B.E.T., ATT/Root Sports, Spectrum News, and in the top 100 television markets around the country.” Mayeri represents wellestablished and up-and-coming talent and prides himself on launching the careers of younger broadcasters, coaching them about on-air presence, working on their marketability, and landing them jobs. “I’m basically their advisor, taking care of them and helping them move up the career ladder. It’s the most rewarding feeling to help a client land a job, especially when it’s their first job or their dream job.”

Mayeri credits his years at Trinity-Pawling with teaching him how to communicate and interact confidently with people. “Mr. Reece [Director of Admission in the 1980s] stopped me that first week of sophomore year and asked how I was doing, and I said “good.” He looked at me and said “I’m doing well, Mr. Reece, how are you doing?” And from that day on, I got it. Mrs. Carlson drilled grammar into me and I use those writing skills every day, always helping clients with their writing.” If you want to pursue a career in broadcasting, you need to know how to write clearly and communicate effectively.

Miles Hubbard always said ‘It’s just as easy to do things right as is it to do them wrong’ every day at practice. He was 100% right and I think about that quote all the time as I push myself to help my clients.”

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PRIDE SPOTLIGHT

Sam Clougher, Keeper by Trade NEW HEAD SOCCER COACH AIMS TO BUILD A COMPETITIVE PROGRAM

BY JUDY REDDER

“Nothing like this [Trinity-Pawling] exists in Ireland,” states Sam Clougher.

Clougher grew up in Dublin, Ireland, where few people know about boarding schools. His firsthand experience was as a PG at Berkshire, and he’s been an advocate of boarding school life ever since. “It gave me the opportunity to do so much more than play soccer,” he says. Clougher, who joined Trinity-Pawling as head varsity soccer coach in July, wakes up each morning with optimism and a plan—he aims to make an impact on his

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student-athletes—on the field, in the classroom, and in all aspects of student life.

After his PG year, Clougher matriculated to Kenyon College, where he was captain of the soccer team, 2-time All-American, 3-time Academic All-American, and an NCAA Postgrad Scholarship recipient. During his time at Kenyon, Clougher worked in their admissions office, as well as numerous campus outreach and community service programs, including a youth soccer camp led by Clougher and his fellow Kenyon soccer captains.

“ I ENCOURAGE PLAYERS TO TRY NEW THINGS. I

DON'T WANT THEM TO WORRY ABOUT MAKING MISTAKES OR WHAT THE

”

COACH EXPECTS. A keeper by trade, Clougher emphasizes defending within the team’s system and not conceding. “But having fun in attack is essential," says Clougher. His coaching philosophy is kept flexible so he can change according to his players. “I encourage players to try new things. I don’t want them to worry about making mistakes or what the coach expects.”

A teacher of history and economics, Clougher likes getting to know his students and watching them grow.

“I would never have had this opportunity in Ireland—to teach in a place where I can help boys develop into good men—this was unimaginable there.”

Clougher looks forward to building a competitive soccer program at Trinity-Pawling. “For many of our boys, soccer is new so there’s some growing pains, but we went 2-1-3 in our final 6 games, tied Hotchkiss, and beat Salisbury.” Clougher says with a grin, “beating Salisbury was GREAT!”

Post-season, Clougher is busy watching PlaySight film from the season and feels rewarded that his guidance made an impact on the team. “Knowing the boys are benefiting and growing is good to see,” says Clougher. Through the spring, Clougher continues to work with Pride soccer players who are participating on an academy team for Black Rock FC this year. Five Pride players have had the opportunity to compete with top soccer players from all over the world, two of which have been selected for the Black Rock FC Elite program, and will be competing throughout the U.S. along with players from 20 other boarding schools.

The best part about life at Trinity-Pawling? “My mentors, Jim McDougal and Scott Harff—the teachers here are visibly helpful to each other, it’s a very cohesive faculty. And the sunset views from my Cluett apartment!”

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GIVING BACK : EVENTS : CLASS NOTES

Connections THE CLASS OF 1967 A THREE-TIERED APPROACH TO A SUCCESSFUL 50TH REUNION

BY COLLEEN COWAN DEALY

“It was a big success,” starts David Sample ’67. "Classmates committed and showed up, many bringing spouses. The Class of 1967 lacrosse team and Coach LaBelle were inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame, and we won the William W. Dunbar Bowl for the class with the largest number of alumni in reunion attendance. That’s what the reunion organizers had hoped for, but the goal of pulling off a good reunion is far from a sure thing."

In the late ’60s everything happening beyond campus stood in stark contrast to life at Trinity-Pawling. The School’s rigid schedule and rules left many members of ’67 with a ‘we gotta get out of this place’ sentiment—ready to leave and never look back. Many had not been back to campus at all; some had been once or twice. “It can be hard to come back to any reunion, but especially the 50th,” says Sample. “You haven’t seen one another in a long time. You wonder if the camaraderie would still exist; if everyone would get along or have anything in common. You think it’s been so long—why even try to reconnect?”

The Class of ’67 took a three-tiered approach to bringing their class together: plan early, collaborate, and reflect on their Trinity-Pawling experiences to determine ways they could give back.

“Getting an early start in the planning is key,” says Sample. Headed by class leader Bill Pettit ’67, the men created a diverse, wide-ranging Reunion Committee.

“Through the tireless efforts of Elliott Smith ’67, we worked hard to get updated contact information and focused on making everyone feel welcome,” Sample

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continues. “We scheduled our dinner at the Headmaster’s house, a place very few had ever seen back in 1967. In addition, we sent everyone a copy of their yearbook page from 1967 and asked them to update it to present day. By sending some examples, we were able to keep the focus on ‘here’s who I am’ instead of ‘here’s how great I am.’ It’s not a time to bring out the brag sheet.”

Collaboration played an important part in creating an experience the entire class felt invested in. Initially the committee organized monthly calls, then bi-monthly calls, and as Reunion drew closer, they did weekly calls.

About eight months in, they started discussing the traditional 50th Reunion Gift and meaningful ways they could give back. The men connected with Director of Major Gifts Colleen Dealy to discuss how their experiences at Trinity-Pawling could be connected back to a major donation to Trinity-Pawling. The end result represents not only their collective experiences, but also a keen understanding of the School’s priorities.

During their conversations with Dealy, the men learned that every year there are families at the School whose financial circumstances prevent their sons from continuing their attendance at Trinity-Pawling.

Sometimes this is due to a change in family finances, often adversely linked to health or work situations; sometimes students already attending the School under our financial aid program find their passion in activities that require additional funds. The men were immediately aware that their donation to the School would need to address some of these needs.

The men discussed several ideas, but kept coming back to a scholarship. The committee agreed and the class enthusiastically concurred during their 50th reunion dinner at Gamage House. “We established the Class of 1967 Endowed Scholarship Fund with $100,000.

By being on campus, interacting with Headmaster Bill Taylor, students, and faculty, the Class of 1967 saw and experienced what a wonderful school Trinity-Pawling is for today’s young men. Now we’re investing in these young men who will help keep our alma mater strong and relevant,” Sample proudly states.

The Class of ’67 is hopeful that their gift to TrinityPawling will inspire future 50th reunion classes to get involved and find meaningful ways to give back to the School. For the men of ’67, this was their way of

acknowledging the depth of gratitude they share for their journey with Trinity-Pawling.

“Much like the first time we walked into Cluett until the time we graduated, we took a journey. Over the course of 50 years we went from the words of our class song, We Gotta Get Out Of This Place, to the classic Beatles lyric, get back to where you once belonged,” Sample concludes.

The Class of ’67 is currently planning a golf trip to Florida, a non-golf weekend, and then meeting up for the Trinity-Pawling Golf Outing at Morefar in July.

Most importantly, Trinity-Pawling’s Class of 1967 is back in touch with one another and the School. We are immensely grateful to them for their support and commitment.

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Leadership Summit JUNE 9, 2018

BREAK-OUT SESSIONS | DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS | A CELEBRATORY RECEPTION Our leadership alumni, parents, trustees, and friends play an important role in Trinity-Pawling’s rich history and are vital in guiding the School into this new era of education. With your leadership gift, we invite you to participate in this day of visioning and collaborating.

Talk with Headmaster Bill Taylor and meet esteemed educators and changemakers who share your interest in Trinity-Pawling’s future. Share your ideas and help steer the success of the School.

Together, we can make TrinityPawling the preeminent leader among independent boys’ schools.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: JEAN MORRISON Morrison is University Provost and Chief Academic Officer of Boston University.

She provides leadership for the University’s overall academic, budgetary and planning processes and oversight of its academic programs, research, global programs, enrollment, and student affairs.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THIS EVENT OR JOINING THE SUMMIT, PLEASE CONTACT ANDY RICKERT ’81, P’16, P’19 AT 845-855-4877 OR ARICKERT@TRINITYPAWLING.ORG

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GIVING BACK

Terry Ray ’55 REFLECTIONS AS AN ALUMNUS, PARENT, AND TRUSTEE AS SHARED WITH MARIA BUTEUX READE

Terry Ray, with son Sean Ray ’01

I came to Trinity-Pawling in 1951 as a freshman from Framingham, Massachusetts. My dad worked construction jobs all over the country from Canada to the Bahamas, so we were nomads. T-P provided me with a stable foundation, the linchpin that held my life together.

This place became my family.

My son Sean ’01 had a similar experience as I had been traveling around the world for my career. I brought Sean to a T-P function when he was in 8th grade. He decided he liked the School, applied, and got accepted. TrinityPawling has always resonated with us.

Trinity-Pawling enhanced my work ethic. When I was in School, the students did the work on campus. The grounds crew was just three guys so we were truly needed.

My job was to plow the snow, mow the lawns with the tractor, and haul the trash. Basically, anything that needed to be pushed, pulled, or hauled. Mr. Dunbar would come to my room in the winter and say, “Mr. Ray, there’s a foot of snow outside.” I’d fire up the tractor and get to work.

Later on, while I was going to University of Michigan, I was also a unionized iron worker. I was working full time and trying to complete my degree. It took 13 years but I finished. I entered the oil business in 1968 on the onshore and offshore construction end, building pipelines and drilling platforms. West Africa became my base with stints in the Far East, South America, Middle East, and northern Europe. It was wonderful—still is, in fact—and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

I started my own company, Operatec, in 1996.

We provide local support services to the oil and gas

community in Angola. Sean works with me now and manages the business development. He runs the oilfield supply end, exporting machines, tools, rope, and paint to help Angolan oil businesses compete with the huge international companies. Collaborating with the Angolans has taught me to watch and listen to what people need before acting. The process of indigenization helps locals develop skills so they can become more autonomous and compete in the marketplace.

When Arch Smith approached me about serving as a trustee in 1998, I was eager to get involved. I was frequently on campus when Sean was here, but prior to that, I hadn’t been involved with the School for decades.

It had been a long time since I was summoned to the headmaster’s office. That time, it was for a good reason.

As trustees, we’re guardians. We keep the School consistent; we encourage young or upcoming trustees; we support the headmaster and the board chair. It’s not a rubber stamp by any means because everyone generates exciting ideas and visions that move the School forward.

I really enjoyed being involved in projects like the construction of the Gardiner Theater, faculty housing and Scully Hall. And it’s great to see young trustees come up through the ranks. They’re the future as we leave it to them.

Paying back is important to me. I was a scholarship kid for four years and wanted to provide that opportunity for other boys. My wife, Debby, and I worked with MacGregor Robinson who paired us with kids he believed deserved that chance. I trusted his instincts. TrinityPawling helps boys succeed if they’re willing to work hard.

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It’s How We Lead Trinity-Pawling empowers students to be leaders through a distinctive blend of academic, civic, and campus opportunities.

Whether as a prefect, a member of the National Honor Society, a team captain, or a lead in the school play, boys are challenged to stretch, and take on responsibilities that shape who they are—and who they will become.

Your contribution to the Trinity-Pawling Fund supports the learning environment that influences the leaders of the future.

Will you consider a donation today?

Every gift has a profound impact on our students and all of campus life.

Discover giving options online at www.trinitypawling.org/giving or inside the reply envelope in this magazine.

Please make your gift by June 30, 2018.

Thank you for your support.

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EVENTS

Pride Events PLEASE JOIN US! Graduation Weekend May 25-26, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

Leadership Summit June 9, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

4 Mile Summer Fun Run July 14, 2018 Central Park, NYC

14th Annual Golf Outing July 17, 2018 Morefar Back O’Beyond, Brewster, NY

Homecoming and Reunion Weekend September 28-29, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

Admissions Open House October 8, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

Parents’ Weekend October 12-13, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

Admissions Open House November 12, 2018 Trinity-Pawling Campus

Boston Reception December 4, 2018 The Harvard Club

New York City Reception December 10, 2018 The Union Club

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Class Notes | 1942 | Chauncey Armstrong, Jr. turned 94 years young on January 16, 2018. He retired from his insurance agency on August 1, 2015 in San Clemente, CA.

| 1944 | Charles Kuyk is still hiking some!

| 1948 | Joe Callo headed to New Haven with his wife Sally for the Yale-Harvard football game weekend. His primary mission was a Yale ’52 Class Council meeting and a Class Council dinner at Mory’s.

Oh yes: Yale won big time!

| 1951 | Hayden Hawthorne writes, “The class news from my era is sparse but that is understandable; the School was much smaller and we have been thinned out by the passage of time. No one has been a more loyal alumnus, however, than our classmate Pete Foster. It is ironic and sad that his last alumni notes appear on the same day as his funeral.

I have seldom appeared in our notes.

Molly and I have been married for 51 years with three children and six grandchildren. My entire career was in banking and bank consulting in New York and Hartford. We now live in a condominium community in Massachusetts and are in good health.

I am very grateful for my two years at T-P and especially for the opportunity to spend the following year at a school in England near Oxford. It was a wonderful experience, and having never seen a racing shell, I learned to row. Not much of an athlete at T-P, I rowed at Yale and competed and coached for many years.

Unfortunately, Trinity-Pawling has never had a crew program but then it has never had the water for it.”

| 1952 | Hawley Jones shares his fond memories of T-P School.

“I really had to work in my studies because it was more difficult than my high school. I know T-P helped me to get a fine scholarship at Middlebury.”

| 1953 | Tom Crowley writes, “All is very good. Kids are fine. Grandkids great: One at Boston College, one at Holy Cross, and one at Stonehill. How lucky can one be?

Our best to all our T-P friends.”

Phil Haughey is thankful to Norm for encouraging us to submit class notes. “He’s been the glue of our class over these many years. Thanks Norm.”

“We miss Tony Leeds and have many good memories. Peggy and I are well.

We have visited T-P frequently over the years. Charlie Sticka is amazed at the huge strides made by this special place. We should all be proud.

Charlie joined us for the T-P Boston reception; he also looks great.

I’m still working. Spending lots more time in Maine. All of our children are married, giving us 10 wonderful grandchildren, the oldest of whom became engaged over Christmas. We see Tom Crowley often. He looks like he could still play hockey. All is well; thank God. My best to all.”

Gil Lamb says, “The year 2018 means we as the class of 1953 have been 65 years from graduation and most approaching 83 years of age. For those of us vertical and above ground that is the special event that we have experienced. My wife and I will attend our first college graduation of a grandchild in late May—a Magna Cum Laude in Accounting from Texas Tech. And a high paying job already firm and waiting. Our second grandchild will get his private pilot’s license shortly and a degree in air terminal operations in another year.

We continue to volunteer at local nonprofits. And Hurricane Harvey was no problem for us in Bellville, but our sub-division did not fare as well.”

Tuck Noble adds, “Chris’ report makes me think about my sixth novel which is bogged down after only writing 14,000 words. It’s called, ‘The Eyes of Marsh.’ It’s a story about a corrupt U.S. Senator from the State of Washington. I couldn’t get inspired.

Go figure.”

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Class Notes One more thing to share: His greatgranddaughter Daisy was born a year ago weighing one pound, four ounces. Today, she weighs over fifteen pounds, and while she struggles with life as her immature lungs develop, she is a happy baby. This is an enormous praise for her two sisters and parents.

Chris Wren reports, “My only news of interest is a new book coming out this spring titled: Those Turbulent Sons of Freedom: Ethan Allen’s Green Mountain Boys and the American Revolution. My publisher is Simon & Schuster. Took 10 years to write it, including two research trips to the British Library in London and a lot of research here in Vermont, NH, and Canada.”

On a more consequential note, I continue to contribute to our local Tuskegee Airmen chapter’s youth flying club as an instructor and mentor.”

usual aches and pains associated with our demographic (knock on wood), thus count ourselves very lucky. I view the events now unfolding in Washington with great concern for my children and grandchildren.”

| 1955 | Tom Newcomb and wife Jackie are thriving, as are their very successful son and daughter, and their grandchildren.

Recently, Tom and Jackie went to Carmel, CA to celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary.

George Luce continues to work 5 days a week for the school district where his son Larry ’86 works in administration.

He does his best to keep members of the maintenance staff on their toes, and is no stranger to members of the Riverhead Town Council and local members of the area’s congressional delegation to remind them who they are working for. At the same time, he is very involved in supporting local charities. Again this fall, as he has done for a number of years, he drove to Chinook, MT to help a rancher friend of his.

| 1956 | Michael Kelley is looking forward to turning 80 in November. He had a great summer sailing in Maine and Massachusetts Bay. Just got back from two weeks in Italy (Lake Como and Vico). He will be in Naples, Florida two weeks each month till May. Michael is truly enjoying this side of the grass.

| 1957 | Chico Kieswetter had a Great 60th Reunion!

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| 1954 | Stephan Wilkinson writes, “By the time you get to be 81, you have to scratch for unusual news.

No more promotions to Associate Manager of Silly Walks, trophywife remarriages, postings to Cape Town or Rio, or Best Japanese Maple awards from the local garden club...so instead I bought a rare Volvo, a 2018 V90 wagon (not a V90CC) that isn’t sold by U. S. dealers. I had to order it from Sweden. Took three months to arrive, but I’ve already added 14 hp to the strong little engine (stock 316 hp from a tiny 1.98-liter turbocharged and supercharged four) and will continue to hide my hot rodding light under the bushel of a station wagon.

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Jim Day just finished his fourth year of retirement, after a ten-year stint as a development consultant in the U.S. for the University of Aberdeen, one of the ancient Scottish universities. He and his wife Pam have four sons, one in the Boston area, two in Denver, and one in Costa Rica. In the winter, they prefer to spend as much time as possible in Costa Rica, and headed down there in mid-January for the 22nd straight year. Visits to the others are more enjoyable following the spring thaw! He is still in touch on a regular basis with Tom Newcomb and George Luce. He states, “Pam and I enjoy good health aside from the

Michael Kovner writes, “Liz Allen visited us in Palm Beach and went to church on Sunday Jan. 21st at Episcopal Church of Bethesda by the Sea, which has the magnificent Cluett garden, donated by the same family as our Cluett at T-P—in fact brother and sister! Small world!

On Feb 9th we took Bill and Jennifer Taylor boating in our Hinckley in and around Palm Beach.

Trustee weekend (January 26-27) was my first view of the new Smith Field House and all the fabulous renovations to the gym. A real wow!

Class Notes Our second trip was to Nova Scotia for two weeks with Walt (Noreen’s brother) and Nancy to see the sites and then to Maine to visit Dick’s childhood friend George Bottesch and Janine in September.

Jean and I were given a private tour

by Headmaster Taylor!! The campus looks great and it was great fun catching up with everyone.

On April 19th I hosted another evening of Film Noir at the Avon Theater in Stamford, CT. The Film Noir classic Out of the Past from 1947 was shown starring Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer, and Kirk Douglas who is currently still living at 101 years old!

I introduced the film and gave a short explanation of the time and place and then answered questions after the show. We then invited the audience for an after-party supper at a nearby restaurant. I hosted another evening of film this past spring and it was attended by fellow trustees and “old boys”, Erik Olstein ’86 and Philip Norkeliunas ’89.”

Paul Loffler shares, “I'm now 13 years retired from my toy store in Derry. Deede and I have enjoyed several riverboat cruises in Europe. I’m on the Board of Directors of the group Caregivers of Greater Derry and volunteer at the local library. My daughter, Susan, is the CFO of the Town of Derry. My granddaughter, Emma, is now seven and 1/2 years old, is a math whiz, and enjoys her first year of karate class (go girl). My wife, Deede, is active in the Derry Garden Club. I am looking forward to our 60th reunion.”

| 1959 | Richard Van Horn hopes this finds you well and in good spirits. “We had a not-so-quiet but good year. We think that at long last we are running out of gas, can’t keep up with the grandkids anymore.

We welcomed granddaughter, Saylor on November 15, 2016. No new grandkids this year but we did have a

Next was to Boston to see Walt and Nancy and to catch up with their family Erick, Angela and their new granddaughter, Naia. We also stopped at the Peabody Museum to see the famous glass flowers. Then back to Wingdale, New York to catch up with the few relatives and friends remaining in Dick’s hometown.

The highlight was a visit to cousins Pete and Kate at their house in Patterson, and seeing cousin Shelley and Michael. This was followed by a trip to New York City to see Joy’s wonderful bronze sculpture on exhibit down Broadway.

couple of highlights. Early in the year Noreen and I took a trip to Patagonia with extensions to Iguazu Falls and Easter Island with OAT (Overseas Adventure Travel). I stayed on and continued on to Peru with our friends Peter and Nora Garrod. Noreen passed on the high altitude and came home to play with grandkids. The Peru trip was self-designed to look at some of the more remote Inca and Moche sites and to look more closely at some of the rock work details I noticed on a previous trip. We also went to a number of very remote sites in the highlands of the Amazonia province in the Andes in Northern Peru, no tourists at all. The most interesting was Kuélap, a huge fortress/castle at least 10,000 feet up on top of a mountain.

Apparently a pre-Inca site with no straight lines except a small rectangle enclosure reputed to be from the later Inca period.

No major health surprises, just some annoying body and mind dysfunctions creeping upon us.

We still go to body surf on Xmas day as a family; this year it was a beautiful day but family only.

To our dear friends and family, we wish you good health, peace, and joy this coming year 2018. Keep in touch, we love hearing from you.”

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John “Jay” Sims

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Class Notes for their granddaughter Emily Bellin’s graduation from Springfield College.

They had a wonderful time visiting many historical sites and doing ancestral genealogy along the way.

They also met a cousin Jay, who they had not known existed. “Our best to all T-P students and seniors looking forward to graduation this year.”

| 1961 |

Japan. Visited Tokyo, Nara, Osaka, Kyoto, Hakone, and Nikko National Park. Besides seeing many old Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, highlights included staying overnight in a traditional ryokan, visiting the Hakone Open-Air Sculptures and Picasso Museum, participating in a traditional tea ceremony, and seeing the Saito Unraku, a famous Japanese artisan, at work creating pottery in his studio. Next June, to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary, we are going on a circumnavigation cruise with Lindblad of Iceland.”

| 1962 |

Robert H. Yunich writes, “Last June, I had booked (for myself and a college classmate) a guided Float Fishing Trip on the Upper Delaware River with Baxter House Outfitters in Roscoe, New York. Little did I know at the time of booking that the guide would be another T-P alum. Pictured with me and the trout caught on the East Branch of the Delaware is Matt Hackett ’07.

I have really scaled back my financial advisory practice with a view toward fully retiring in the next few years.

I’m continuing my pro bono activities of tutoring at The Fresh Air Fund and financial coaching with the Community Service Society of New York.

Joanne and I have the travel bug. We spent a lovely week last February in London—saw three shows and many wonderful museum exhibits.

Just returned from an exciting Abercrombie & Kent guided tour of

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George McKearin writes, “My trip to Greece with my wife Dorthy and 6 members and their spouses of my Hamilton class of 1966 in May of 2017. All 3 kids, their spouses, and 7 grandkids in for Christmas 2017.”

| 1967 |

Andy Masset’s eldest daughter Ashley gave birth to her second child, Marion Ruth; spitting image of her mother. “We are overjoyed and proud.

I thoroughly enjoyed attending my/ our 50th reunion this past fall. The picture above is a great reminder of the friends we have all become since our days at T-P. I wish all a healthy and prosperous 2018.”

| 1968 | Rick Meyer is doing physical therapy after extensive shoulder surgery, and beginning pre-production on a new feature film.

| 1970 | Bob Gronauer moved in March 2017 to a new house in Etna, NH. Nothing else of consequence. “I am looking forward to 2020.”

| 1971 | Richard Huoppi now has 3 grandkids ages 8, 5, and 1 month.

Beau Barile welcomed a new grandchild JJ on May 28, 2017. “I am still moving, staying alive. When you get older you have to work harder, but all good.

Prepare to kick in some geld for our project 71!! Thank you.”

Bill Staby writes, “Three Amigos! Last June Hal Adams, Dave Cook, and I celebrated nothing more dramatic than the fact that we are all still alive and kicking!

Hal has been living, working, and tearing up the slopes in Telluride, CO for many years and Dave and his lovely wife Pam recently moved there to enjoy its (very) relaxed lifestyle and to embark upon daily mountain biking and ski expeditions. Bill and

Class Notes his wife Anne recently moved from the Boston area to Providence, RI where they first met while students at RISD. Note: photograph taken in Ridgway, CO, the location for many scenes from True Grit. “Our very best to all our ’71 classmates and...thank God for Medicare!”

| 1975 | Scott Tennant and wife, Lori have finally become empty nesters after 31 years of children at home. “Boys are doing great and our daughter is loving freshman year at Temple University in Philly.”

| 1976 |

Cal Stempel was appointed a trustee of the Tatnall School, Greenville, Delaware after serving on the Board of Ursuline Academy, Wilmington, DE.

| 1977 |

Paul Snyder writes, “Hello from Montauk!

Enjoying life on the east end. Recently, I was lucky enough to catch a huge blue marlin and win the Montauk Canyon Challenge. If anyone wants

a chance to catch a fish of a lifetime, look me up.”

| 1980 | Peter Long is living in Kansas City now married with 3 great kids. “Last year my oldest daughter (Meghan) took a Global Online Academy class (GOA) in her senior year of high school and ended up in a class of 8 kids with 2 of them being boys from T-P. Wow - what a small world. This new T-P connection prompted my kids to rummage around the attic and pull out all my old T-P year books and learn what perfect idiots we all were! Oh boy the comments written needed a lot of explaining - but what fun! The Skeleton Gang - Bird Man - Islamic Court of Justice (20 years before it was ever even heard of ) - Zeus Dubba - and a hundred other stories later the kids are like - wow - you guys were absolutely crazy! Here is to almost 40 years now - yikes!”

Thomas Stires is gratefully retired after 30 challenging years on Wall Street and 2 wonderful years as an institutional investigator for the Tennessee Department of Correction in Mountain City (“yes, I was a cop”).

“This March I will marry my best friend Pam Harvey in Asheville where I now live. I also spend time at my house in Linville, NC near Grandfather Mountain. I have connected with fellow classmate, and Carolinian Matt Winnicki, and dropped in on Mark Hacker on my way through Denver this past summer, en route to see my daughter in Salt Lake City. Life is good.”

campus. Led on a tour by Will Estony ’17, Bob enjoyed reminiscing about his time at T-P, and seeing the new buildings erected since his graduation.

“I haven't been back in 36 years!”

He and Sara ended their day looking through the 1982 Trinitannus, identifying friends and classmates.

| 1985 | Taylor Abbett had the pleasure of watching Wally Danforth’s daughter play soccer with his daughter Alexis. TJ McCrady ’85 seems to be on the mend!

Jim Elia writes, “Cheers Matt Cantele, Jeff Steele, Mike Quartararo, and Charlie Daily……been too long let’s meet up!”

| 1987 |

Bill Keating and Bruce Ferguson These two classmates are coaching basketball together in Darien!

“Shout out to Miles!”

| 1982 | Bob Frost and his daughter Sara traveled from Atlanta to visit the Trinity-Pawling SPRING 2018 49

Class Notes | 1988 | Colin Newlin looks forward to seeing everyone at the 30th reunion in 2018. “Had a great time at our 25th.”

John Judson is still in Indonesia with family working for BP.

| 1995 | JP Burlington

David Smith happily added a baby girl to the fold, albeit almost two years ago. “Since I announced the arrival of our first one in the Class Notes, I felt guilty not recognizing and introducing her too.

Hazel Diehl Smith is already cooler than her Dad.”

Seth Mayeri and wife Marcie welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Ruby Elias Mayeri, into the world on December 22nd at 1:30 AM. Ruby weighed an even 7 lbs. 0 oz. She is doing great and enjoying the warm comforts of her home in Hamilton Heights in New York City.

David Tyree welcomed baby boy, Thatcher Bell Tyree born on September 22, 2017 at 10:59 AM.

Peter Zanelli writes that he and some friends have started a youth lacrosse program in Orange, Ohio. The program will serve as a developing and feeder program for the high school team and the program will have several teams. He has been coaching for almost twenty years and uses a lot of what all his coaches at T-P taught him, especially Dave Reece. Pete also serves as goaltender coach for the Orange High School team.

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| 1991 |

Marc Daniel is actively working in a partnership with an organization called Mission Inter Senegal, sharing God’s word with the predominantly Muslim communities. “I have the privilege to connect with a local veterinarian helping provide veterinary training and medical care in the village of Ngonine. Check out missionsenegal. net for more information.”

Jean-Claude Governale and Annie Governale welcomed their 2nd child, Tristan Luc Governale to their family on July 29, 2017.

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The brotherhood in NYC! JP Burlington, AJ McHugh, JP Geoghegan, and Gene Scassa met in the city for dinner and a mini 1995 reunion!

| 1996 | TC Romain traveled with the local YMCA CEO and his leadership team to Senegal, Africa. “We spent 8 days working with African YMCA leaders and interacting with kids in YMCA sponsored classrooms. We also

Class Notes | 2006 | Benjamin Joseph writes, “NYC & Company is the organization that markets New York City to the world. On January 8, 2018, I became the first SEO Manager in the organization’s history. In this role I will be taxed with growing organic traffic to the website.”

| 2007 |

visited the slave quarters and the #DoorOfNoReturn on Goree Island.

Several million African people were captured and were sent to this island before being shipped to America for slavery. Those people all exited through one doorway called the #DoorOfNoReturn. I sat in that doorway for an hour. The entire experience changed my life. We just don’t know how fortunate we truly are.”

Alex Feldman was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps in 2017, transitioning from the enlisted ranks to the officer corps.

He was designated a Field Artillery Officer and will begin working at 1st Battalion, 11th Marines in San Diego, California in June 2018.

Daniel Parker and Darlena welcomed Daniel Victor Parker II, 8 pounds 7 ounces and 20 inches on August 4, 2017.

the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baxter Jackson senior of Nashville, Tennessee. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Austin Robbins Jr. of Rocky Mount, North Carolina.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception at Belle Meade Country Club. On Friday evening, the groom’s parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at the Bell Tower in downtown Nashville. The bride is a graduate of the Ensworth School in Nashville, Tennessee, and the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art with Art History minor. She is an artist and Portraits Inc. representative in Raleigh. The groom is a graduate of Virginia Episcopal School in Lynchburg, Virginia, and received a Bachelor of Science degree and Business Administration minor from The University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi. He is employed

by Carolina Office Equipment Company, or COECO, in Raleigh.

Following a wedding trip to Antigua, West Indies, the couple resides in Raleigh, North Carolina.

| 2009 | | 2002 | Clay Sapp met up with Ben Hanrahan ’18 in Dallas, TX over spring break to compare notes on Trinity-Pawling.

Austin Robbins The marriage of Mary Keith Robbins and Charles Austin Robbins III took place on Saturday, August 12th, at the First Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee. The bride is SPRING 2018 51

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Colin O’Shea is currently in the process of his graduate degree for creative advertising at the acclaimed VCU Brandcenter in Richmond, Virginia.

Zach just completed his first year as Agent Assistant in the concerts division at Agency for the Performing Arts and is excited to continue rising in the music industry.

Taylor “T. Webs” Weber recently shifted jobs and is now working for an environmental consultation firm in New York City as a Certified Asbestos Investigator and Lead Inspector. “I miss the entire T-P family more than words can explain. I promise to drop by campus sometime soon to check in on everyone. Stay clean, stay happy, and stay healthy!”

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| 2010 | Darren Palmer is embarking on a 2,189 mile hike on the Appalachian Trail. “I shipped off in late February from Georgia and headed north bound. Every day I commuted to school, I passed the trail. Part of me finds the irony in crossing the trail as I went to Trinity-Pawling and how it traverses through the town of Pawling. I hope to pass through the town during the academic year and say hello, but my travel dates are unknown. I hope everyone is well. Much love, Darren.”

Zach Silva recently received his first album credit for his work on the fall 2017 tour of new wave legends Squeeze, appearing in the ‘thank you’s’ on the band’s latest record release, The Knowledge.

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Paul Falanga is currently in his first week of teaching 8th grade U.S. History at Hillside School in MA. “Yesterday was my first day of being on duty in the dorms and I must say it was funny being on the other side of dorm life. I am extremely grateful for the learning and life lessons T-P has prepared me to help make my transitions from a former student to a teacher/advisor/ dorm parent. I will be making a stop at T-P sometime in the next couple weeks to see the new additions on campus. Go Pride!”

| 2015 | Chris Drysdale attends Methodist University and plays on the college’s DIII men’s golf team in Fayetteville, NC. He helped his team secure a record-breaking tournament win at the Jekyll Island Collegiate Invitational in Georgia March 16-18. The team finished 11 strokes under par, which earned them the first place win over 30 teams. Drysdale (who was captain of the Trinity-Pawling School golf team for two years) finished the 54-hole tournament 2 strokes under par. He is now ranked #8 DIII

golfer in the nation by Golfstat, and the Methodist team’s record win at Jekyll Island has earned them the ranking of #2 DIII men’s golf team in the nation by Golfstat. The team followed up this record-setting win with another first-place win at the 30-team Camp Lejeune tournament March 23-24, where Drysdale earned second-place individually by scoring 2 strokes under par again.

Here’s Chris Drysdale holding team tournament trophy in Jekyll Island, with his parents Christine and Rod.

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EVENTS

HOMECOMING AND REUNION WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2018

EVERYONE IS WELCOME! REUNION CLASSES IN 2018

GET READY TO CELEBRATE! MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW FOR A WEEKEND THAT CONNECTS TRINITY-PAWLING—PAST AND PRESENT. Highlights of the weekend include: n

Friday night cocktail party

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Alumni reunion celebrations and class dinners

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Athletic Hall of Fame induction at Smith Field House

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Homecoming football game (wear your blue & gold!)

2013 - 5th reunion 2008 - It’s your 10th reunion!

2003 - 15th reunion 1998 - 20th reunion 1993 - It’s your 25th reunion!

1988 - 30th reunion 1983 - 35th reunion 1978 - 40th reunion 1973 - 45th reunion 1968 - It’s your 50th reunion!

1963 - 55th reunion 1958 - 60th reunion 1957 and earlier classes Honor Guard reunion Want to serve as a Reunion Chair or on a committee? Email alumni@trinitypawling.org

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In Memoriam We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the families of these former faculty and staff members of Trinity-Pawling.

Mrs. Sharon J. Oines

Ms. Sharon Merrick

Ms. Carol T. Hubbard P’82

Ms. Rita Sonnak

AUGUST 25, 2017 FALCON HEIGHTS, MN Worked in the business office at Trinity-Pawling March 1985 - June 1999

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017 ROCKPORT, MA Worked as a teacher at Trinity-Pawling September 1975 - June 1983

Ms. Terri Moreno

JANUARY 8, 2018 PAWLING, NY Worked in Gardiner Library and Learning Commons at Trinity-Pawling September 1999 - June 2017

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JANUARY 9, 2018 MURPHY, NC Worked in the housekeeping department at Trinity-Pawling September 1972 - January 2008

FEBRUARY 4, 2018 PAWLING, NY Worked in food services and building services at Trinity-Pawling September 1993 - May 2016

In Memoriam We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the families of these alumni, parents, and friends of Trinity-Pawling.

1932 David S. Burgess May 29, 2016 Peoria, AZ 1935 David W. Mason September 15, 2017 Fryeburg, ME 1939 Robert R. Potter December 16, 2016 Glens Falls, NY 1948 David E. Nobis November 21, 2014 Scituate, MA 1949 Conrad C. Kohlheyer January 2, 2016 Las Vegas, NV 1950 Richard J. Clasby October 28, 2017 Waterford, VT 1951 Pierce H. Foster October 15, 2017 Tappan, NY 1954 Richard B. Noble, Jr. September 24, 2014 Boston, MA 1980 Thomas H. Garrett October 12, 2017 Franktown, CO Mrs. Mary Jane Bauer May 23, 2017 Newburgh, NY Mr. Alvin H. Behr P’81 July 31, 2016 Carmel, NY Mr. Joel Buchman P’84 October 26, 2017 New York, NY

Mr. John J. Burns, Jr. P’89 March 10, 2017 New Canaan, CT Mr. Francis Michael Donohue, Jr. P’87 October 24, 2017 Greenville, DE Mr. Joseph H. Dowling P’93 October 12, 2017 Estero, FL Mrs. Kaye Tarrant Durham Holt GP’02 February 25, 2017 San Antonio, TX Mrs. Anita G. Frankel November 16, 2016 Longboat Key, FL Mrs. Frieda Le Gost September 25, 2016 Daytona Beach, FL Mr. Kent A. Johnson P’75, GP’01, GP’05, GP’10 November 30, 2017 Pawling, NY Mrs. Margaret Kendall Powell Lutkins P’83 April 10, 2017 Vero Beach, FL Mr. Alexander Kinross McIntosh P’75 August 11, 2017 Manchester, NJ Mr. Robert Morini P’13 September 24, 2017 Carmel, NY Mrs. Carolyn Myra Peelle Perkins April 12, 2017 Boise, ID Mrs. Henrietta F. Stewart P’61, P’63 December, 2017 Falmouth, MA Mrs. Carol B. Ten Broeck February 26, 2016 Williamsburg, VA Mrs. Stella Winnicki P’80 December 7, 2017 Kernersville, NC

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End Note

SLADE MEAD Director of College Placement Slade Mead is always looking for new ways to help students stand out on their college applications. Finding the creative means to do that sometimes involves pairing a Winter Project with a nine-day adventure to South Africa.

How do you think traveling abroad strengthens experiential learning for the boys?

Pairing a trip with a Winter Project was a fantastic idea. It allowed the boys to dive in and absorb every aspect of the culture they were exploring. They were like little sponges. We studied apartheid, Nelson Mandela and his work, and the current social/political climate. We spent time rocking their worlds—but experiencing it firsthand offered a completely new perspective. My aim was to help them become even more culturally aware and enlightened.

Why did you choose South Africa for a Winter Project and abroad trip?

We needed a fascinating place that would offer a nice balance of educational exploration, sightseeing thrills, and service learning. I have the advantage of having traveled there once before and let me tell you, South Africa does not disappoint.

What is one of your favorite traveling memories?

When I traveled to South Africa with my wife Alison and daughter Sierra, we went shark caging in the Cape Town Harbor. That’s when you observe the sharks underwater from inside a cage. Well, Alison and I went under at the same time but on different sides of the cage. I went under and couldn’t see a thing. I was pretty bummed.

When I came back up, the first thing I heard was Sierra laughing hysterically. I turned to look at Alison and her eyes were so wide, she looked like a cartoon. The shark had come from her side with its mouth wide open. She was looking right into it—teeth and all! I dove back under hoping to catch a glimpse—just as its big, black eye went by slowly. It was like having Delaware go by me! The thing was 16 feet long and that was “small”. I’ll never forget it, as long as I live.

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Headmaster William W. Taylor Director of Advancement Regan S. LaFontaine Director of Communications Judy M. Redder Senior Writer Maria Buteux Reade Class Notes Editor Janet Hubbard Photo Credits Bizzy Amor Jason Childs Tom Kates David Lamb Nicolle McDougal Connie Rafferty John Todd Copyright Š 2018, Trinity-Pawling School Trinity-Pawling School 700 Route 22 Pawling, NY 12564 845-855-3100 www.trinitypawling.org

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