Trojan Voice Magazine, Fall 2019

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PK-12, COED, INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS USA

Celebrating 60 Years of Timeless Education

THE TVS MISSION Trinity Valley School has four main objectives for its students: fine scholarship with its fulfillment at college; the development of wide constructive interests; intelligent

MANAGING EDITOR MARGARET KRAMER

CREATIVE DIRECTOR & PRODUCTION ASHLEY ROBINSON

DESIGN SARAH RADICELLO RADICELLO CREATIVE

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS BLAKE AMOS DAN BRYANT GERRY CUMPIANO NICOLE FORBES ASHLEY ROBINSON MICHAEL ROEMER GENE SESSA

citizenship; and spiritual and moral development which promotes lasting values.

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS CATHERINE ANDERSON ’20 MANISH BHATT IAN CRAIG KATHRYN DAVIS ’89 HARPER DUNNE ’20 NICOLE FORBES MINDY HEGI LATOYER HOUSTON SANDY MCNUTT ALICE PRITCHETT CLARE PRITCHETT ’89 ASHLEY ROBINSON MICHAEL ROEMER GENE SESSA JEFF SNYDER CARLA VOGEL

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Our students cordially invite you to be our honored guests on

TVS GRANDPARENTS’ & SPECIAL FRIENDS’ DAY Friday, November 22, 2019

WELCOME BY HEAD OF SCHOOL IAN CRAIG

KINDERGARTEN - 4TH GRADE GRANDPARENTS* 8:30 a.m. Main Dining Hall

MIDDLE SCHOOL GRANDPARENTS 9:00 a.m. Middle School Assembly Hall UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS

will be off campus working on community service projects REFRESHMENTS AND COFFEE Classroom Visits Immediately Following Welcome School Maps and Schedules Available by Grade Level *Pre-Kindergarten will celebrate Grandparents’ & Special Friends’ Day on November 21, 2019.

Featured on cover: (l-r) Janie & Charlotte Lesok, Sophie & Madee Ho, and Holden & Addie Jones Event Co-Chairs: Mary Ho, Telesa Jones, and Alicia Lesok

Fall 2019 Volume XX Number I Trinity Valley School | 7500 Dutch Branch Road Fort Worth, TX 76132 | 817.321.0100 | tvs.org Trinity Valley School’s Trojan Voice is published twice a year. Please contact Ashley Robinson, Associate Director of Advancement & Communications, with any questions, comments, or suggestions regarding this publication at robinsona@trinityvalleyschool.org. Trinity Valley School is an independent, coed, college-preparatory, day school for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. © Copyright 2019 by Trinity Valley School, Fort Worth, TX 76132-4110

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ACADEMICS FORGING FULL STEAM AHEAD | PAGE14

HOW HAVE I MADE TVS BETTER TODAY? | PAGE18

SIGNATURE PROGRAMS AND SENIOR PROJECTS | PAGE24

ALUMNI CLASS NOTES | PAGE56

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THE ARTS STRIKING ALL THE RIGHT CHORDS | PAGE53

ATHLETICS LESSONS IN RECRUITING | PAGE21

EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION CHALLENGE BY CHOICE | PAGE27

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CHINESE AT TVS: BRINGING THE EAST TO THE WEST | PAGE36

INSIDE THE ARCHES A WIDE RANGE OF EXPOSURE | PAGE4 WELCOME OUR NEW HEAD | PAGE6 BOARD OF TRUSTEES | PAGE7 FOUNDERS DAY 2019 | PAGE8

FACULTY & STAFF MILESTONES | PAGE11 60TH ANNIVERSARY GALA | PAGE12 ADMISSIONS NEWS | PAGE17

ASTRA & BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY CELEBRATIONS | PAGE40 ANNUAL GIVING | PAGE41

MAJOR GIFTS AND PROJECTS | PAGE42 PLANNED GIVING | PAGE46 XPLORE | PAGE48

PARENTS’ CLUB | PAGE50

2018-2019 ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION | PAGE80 CUMULATIVE GIVING | PAGE81

ENDOWED AWARDS AND FUNDS | PAGE88

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When I think about the focus on “21stcentury learning,” I am reminded that the more things change, the more they remain the same, in some important ways. Mr. Seleny founded Trinity Valley School sixty years ago with just six boys in far-less impressive facilities than the ones we enjoy today. He did so to allow them, and the students after them, to benefit from an incredibly thorough liberal arts education.

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As we seem headed into a time of more focused skills preparation, from athletics to academics, and everything in between, I am reminded by two recent authors of the importance of a broad-based and inclusive preparation.

Last February, after hearing Frans Johansson speak at a conference, I read his book, The Medici Effect, and it was more than worthwhile.

In the book he “explores why the most powerful innovation happens at the Intersection, where ideas and concepts from diverse industries, cultures, and disciplines collide.”

In my favorite example, he cites architect Mick Pearce, charged by a real estate conglomerate with building a functional, non-air-conditioned office building for their headquarters, and doing it in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe. Pearce, who has a significant interest in ecology, drew on his background knowledge to successfully complete the project.

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He knows that termites on the African plains need to keep their mounds at a consistent 87 degrees (in a place that ranges from 40-100 degrees), and to do that, they build an ingenious system of chambers that direct air through the cool mud into the mound.

This became the foundation of the system that Pearce developed for the office building, which stays between 73-77 degrees and saved $3.5 million in costs immediately.

It was Pearce’s diversity of interests, thought, and imagination that allowed for this success, but also his exposure to different kinds of diversity – academia, interests, and likely people and colleagues with whom he surrounds himself. It reminds us of how important a diverse school environment is to the development of our students – the people by whom they are taught as well as the ones with whom they learn, a thoughtful and forward-thinking curriculum, and an environment that fosters and encourages a wide range of opinions.

Recently, a friend lent me a copy of a relatively new book, Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein. She likely knew that it would be right up my alley as it speaks to my philosophy of education, and that of TVS. In a nutshell….

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instrument, or lead their field should start early, focus intensely, and rack up as many hours of deliberate practice as possible. If you dabble or delay, you’ll never catch up to the people who got a head start. But a closer look at research on the world’s top performers, from professional athletes to Nobel laureates, shows that early specialization is the exception, not the rule.

David Epstein examined the world’s most successful athletes, artists, musicians, inventors, forecasters and scientists. He discovered that in most fields—especially those that are complex and unpredictable— generalists, not specialists, are primed to excel. Generalists often find their path late, and they juggle many interests rather than focusing on one. They’re also more creative, more agile, and able to make connections their more specialized peers can’t see.

Range makes a compelling case for actively cultivating inefficiency. Failing a test is the best way to learn. Frequent quitters end up with the most fulfilling careers. The most impactful inventors cross domains rather than deepening their knowledge in a single area. As experts silo themselves further while computers master more of the skills once reserved for highly focused humans, people who think broadly and embrace diverse experiences and perspectives will increasingly thrive (Amazon.com).

In a world where we are trying to navigate sports specialty, or students who are committing earlier and earlier to one career track at the expense of their foundation, Epstein is clear about experts and successful adults needing a wide range of experiences and interests upon which to draw.

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and a wide array of interests. They were not equally talented at all of these, but they enjoyed them. I can think of one young man, currently studying at Yale, who was on the JV basketball team. He readily admitted that he was not a gifted basketball player (he was right), but he loved the sport, his coaches, the camaraderie, and the competitive aspect. He made us better with his intangibles, and I am certain there are many lessons that live with him today from the experience.

... a closer look at research on the world’s top performers, from professional athletes to Nobel laureates, shows that early specialization is the exception, not the rule.

The most successful teachers, too, seem to live much of what Epstein is espousing. With a wide range of interests and experiences, a great teacher can explain a mathematical equation using athletics, music, history, or myriad other relatable topics to his students.

The great history or economics teacher can make the subject come alive with comparison to modern-day and current events.

As Epstein cited the statistics of Nobel laureates as having a significantly higher number of talents and specialties than peers who did not win the prize, I was struck by anecdotal comparison to the successful TVS students and alumni I have been fortunate to know as those who, not surprisingly, have varied and diverse areas of interest, experiences, and abilities, as was intended sixty years ago, and remains true today.

Indeed, as I think about the most “successful” students with whom I have been privileged to work, they all possessed a keen curiosity

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OUR NEW HEAD OF SCHOOL On October 8, Trinity Valley School announced that Ms. Blair Lowry had been appointed as its next Head of School, effective July 1, 2020.

Ian Craig, who has served Trinity Valley since 2016, will continue in his role as Head of School until Ms. Lowry assumes the position.

Ms. Lowry was unanimously recommended by the Search Committee, which was co-chaired

by Board of Trustees President Joe Gallagher, TVS Class of 1985, and Vice-President Amy Jacobs. The Committee comprised faculty, trustees, alumni, and parents.

Ms. Lowry currently serves as Assistant Head of School and Provost at The Hockaday School in Dallas, Texas. A preK-12 all-girls day and boarding school with nearly 1,100 students, Hockaday is a fellow member of the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Southwest Preparatory Conference.

Ms. Lowry, the first female Head of School in TVS history, notes, "I am truly honored to have the opportunity to serve Trinity Valley as your new Head of School. I look forward to writing our next chapter together as we strive for academic success, celebrate curious minds, and foster a sense of belonging together."

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BLAIR R. LOWRY Blair Lowry has 23 years of leadership and teaching experience across multiple divisions of both singlesex and co-educational independent schools. The daughter of a retired Air Force officer and a former Head of School, she lived in the United States and abroad as a child, with family roots in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She received a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Latin American Studies from the University of Alabama, and an M.A. in Political Economics from the University of Hull, in Kingston upon Hull, England.

Ms. Lowry has served as the Assistant Head of School and Provost at Hockaday since 2015. In that role, she has had extensive operational experience, including responsibility for academic programming and faculty recruitment, hiring, and development in grades preK12. Prior to Hockaday, Ms. Lowry served for eight years as Head of the Middle School at the Hammond School in South Carolina. She was History Department Chair and taught history and economics in the Middle and Upper schools at All Saints' Academy in Florida. She began her career as an Upper School Economics and History teacher at St. Andrew's Episcopal School and The Ransom School in South Florida.

Ms. Lowry has two children – Grace, a sophomore at The Theatre School of DePaul University in Chicago, and William, who attends Brookhaven College in Dallas.

Ms. Lowry will join the TVS community at an important point in the school's history. The school, now celebrating 60 years of timeless education, has more than 1,000 students and more than 3,000 graduates. Ms. Lowry has the experience, integrity, and vision to move TVS forward to excel in its next chapter while honoring the values and traditions that define Trinity Valley School.

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TVS BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2 01 9 -2 02 0 O F F I C E R S President Joe Gallagher ’85

Brian Allen, Current Parent

Pat Dunne, Current Parent

Willie Houston, Current Parent

Christy Peveto, Alumni Parent

Vice-President Amy Jacobs

Chris Andrews, Current Parent

Bea Kutzler, Alumni Parent

Ann Ranelle, Current Parent

Secretary Marc Sloter

Geeth Chettiar, Current Parent

Marc Goldman ’92, Alum & Current Parent

Bryan Lynch, Current Parent

Treasurer Steve Willmann

Adrianne Deem, Current Parent

Jenny Rosell ’95, Alum & Current Parent

Meredith Dorris ’81, Alum & Alum Parent

Kelly Hanley, Alumni Parent Mindy Hegi, Current Parent

David Nolet, Current Parent Mike Pavell, Current Parent & Alumni Parent

Ben Rosenthal ’01, Alum

2 01 9 -2 02 0 CO M M IT TE E C H A I R P E R SO N S Audit: Pat Dunne

Campus Life: Geeth Chettiar

Endowment: Ben Rosenthal ’01

Finance: Steve Willmann

Buildings and Grounds: Marc Goldman ’92

Development: Jenny Rosell ’95

Executive: Joe Gallagher ’85

Human Resources: Amy Jacobs

Trustees: Meredith Dorris ’81

2 01 9 -2 02 0 E X O F F I C I O Alumni Association President: Cristina Hindman Schneiderman ’94

Parents’ Club President: Carla Vogel

Immediate Past President: Kelly Pumphrey

Head of School: Ian Craig

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On Friday, September 6, Trinity Valley School marked its 60th anniversary with a very special celebration. TVS students, faculty and staff, retired teachers, alumni, and guests gathered in the courtyard, where the drumline played and the cheerleaders greeted and helped with seating. Head of School Ian Craig and Board President Joe Gallagher ’85 discussed the school today and its history, and we were thrilled to have State Representative Craig Goldman ’87 on hand to read a Governor's Proclamation honoring this truly momentous occasion.

Kindergarten teachers introduced the seniors who started in kindergarten, and Mr. Craig read the names of faculty members celebrating milestone anniversaries this year, as well as those who won special awards at the end of the 2018-19 school year.

The Texas Boys Choir performed, which is especially fitting since TVS was originally the Texas Boys Choir School. Everyone enjoyed delicious petit fours following the program a great way to mark a big anniversary!

The sun was shining on TVS that day, literally and figuratively, and we were all grateful for the vision of those who welcomed six students on September 8, 1959. Here's to 60 more years of TVS!

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MILESTONES 30 YEARS Sherry Duncan Johnny Miller

20 YEARS Carol Gramentine Kyle Kennedy Kory Ogle Robertson Amy Ross Marcy Roten

15 YEARS DeAnna Hansen Maggie Knapp Claire Pearce Courtney Prescott

10 YEARS Deborah DeVore Clare Pritchett Erin MacNabb Ashley Robinson Jennifer Smith Nancy Wright

5 YEARS Manish N. Bhatt Angela Cunningham Buffington Amy Coats Grace Crumley Cynthia Davis Nicole Forbes Christian Gehman Carry Hansen Mark Wells Edwin Wood Lynda Wood TRINITY VALLEY SCHOOL

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WHERE WILL YOU BE ON THE NIGHT OF SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2020?

60TH ANNIVERSARY

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Celebrating 60 years of timeless education.

This is the event of the decade!

Delicious food and spirits music provided by The British Are Coming Black Tie Optional 60TH ANNIVERSARY CHAIRS Jenny Kostohryz Rosell ’95 & David Kostohryz ’97 GALA CHAIRS Rachael Churchill Shelby Crawford Sarah Jackson Ashley Peeders

LEARN MORE AND BUY YOUR TICKET AT TVS.ORG/60TH SPONSOR S A S OF 10 /22 /19 DAINTY AND DAVID KOSTOHRYZ, SR.

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RAFFLE UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES

TABLE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

TUITION SPONSOR: $25,000 Sponsor a student’s tuition for an entire year.

To ensure that there are enough seats for TVS families, faculty, and staff, TVS will cap the number of corporate table sponsorships. It is encouraged that all table guests be involved in the TVS community. In lieu of a table, corporate sponsors may decline their table, receive all corporate marketing benefits, and receive 100% of the value for 501(c)(3) purposes.

Sponsorship includes: · HEADMASTER table sponsorship ·R ecognition in event program and in Grandparents’ Day mailer · Sponsorship acknowledgement on gala website LUNCH FOR A YEAR SPONSOR: $1,000 (SOLD OUT)

HEADMASTER: $25,000 (3 available) · 2 Tables of 10 with premium placement

Sponsor an entire year of lunches for a student.

· 20 tickets to the VIP Pre-Gala Reception

Sponsorship includes:

· A bottle of specialty wine or spirits at each table

·R ecognition in event program and in Grandparents’ Day mailer

· Dedicated server for each table · Podium acknowledgement

· Sponsorship acknowledgement on gala website

· Recognition in event program · Sponsorship acknowledgement on gala website

EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Event sponsors will receive recognition via: · Event program · Gala website

· Recognition on event signage LEADER: $10,000 (8 available) · 1 Table of 10 with premium placement · 10 tickets to the VIP Pre-Gala Reception · 4 additional Pre-Gala Reception tickets · A bottle of specialty wine or spirits at your table

COCKTAIL SPONSORS: $2,000 (5 available)

· Dedicated server for your table

GIRAFFE INTERACTION SPONSOR: $1,000

· Recognition in event program

WILD WONDERS SHOW: $500 (1 of 2 available) TEACHER TICKET: $175 HEADS OR TAILS SPONSOR: $1,000 GENERAL UNDERWRITING: $ Gifts of any amount are appreciated and will be used to offset expenses.

TO SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP OR PURCHASE TICKETS, PLEASE VISIT WWW.TVS.ORG/60TH

For phone inquires, please call 817-321-0115.

· Sponsorship acknowledgement on gala website SCHOLAR: $7,500 · 1 Table of 10 with prominent placement · 10 tickets to the VIP Pre-Gala Reception · A bottle of specialty wine or spirits at your table · Recognition in event program · Sponsorship acknowledgement on gala website TROJAN: $5,000 · 1 Table of 10 with preferred placement · 10 Tickets to the VIP Pre-Gala Reception · Recognition in event program RESERVED TABLE FOR 10: $3,000 INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $200 each

Sponsorship recognition requires a commitment by February 29, 2020.

Your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Trinity Valley School is an IRS Section 501(c)(3) tax–exempt organization. Federal ID #75-1099126

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It would not be surprising to hear a child shout, "Full STEAM ahead," when referring to the learning that is continually taking place in our Lower School STEAM Lab, directed by the phenomenal Mrs. Donna Weth. Our Lab provides myriad opportunities for our students to excel in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Generous gifts received from donors are supporting the enhanced curriculum provided in the STEAM Lab. These gifts will provide teaching activities and materials that will significantly impact our learners.

In step with many outstanding schools, TVS is continuing to establish a vibrant environment where students investigate, explore, create, collaborate, and problemsolve. However, after walking into our Lab and visiting with our children, you will quickly realize that there is something different about this place. Words printed on posters jump off the page and

are infused into the creative minds of our students. Children live out the belief, "WE ARE MAKERS, and we make a difference!" Another poster shouts out, "I'm not really smart; I just play with problems longer." And, a favorite is lived out by our community of learners, "I Am Capable of Amazing Things!"

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Thanks to some generous grants given by our parent community, and the leadership and passion of our teachers, our children are making extraordinary strides in STEAM work and believing in themselves. given by our parent community, and the leadership and passion of our teachers, our children are making extraordinary strides in STEAM work and believing in themselves. Sitting in the Lab Pictured at right: Madee Ho

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and observing the students, the following conversations were heard that show the power of this place: •C oding is just bossing the computer and telling it what you expect it to do. I’m pretty bossy, so I am good at coding.

• I never knew I was an engineer!

•D o you want me to tell you how I felt when I created my roller coaster?

• This place makes me come alive!

•M y mom and dad are thankful that their daughter is a scientist AND an artist.

•W e don't have any idea how to do this, but we will figure it out together.

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in 2033, there are a few truths about which we are confident. These young people will be called on to explore, investigate, problemsolve, and collaborate. They will need to be honorable, respectful, and full of integrity and empathy. These are attributes required to be great citizens. These attributes will prepare our students to make a positive difference in our world and are modeled daily in the teaching and learning that takes place in our STEAM lab. We invite you to get on board this journey with us and visit our Lab. Come see our makey-makeys, green recording studio, interactive screen, Lego wall, 3D printers, Little Bits, and much, much more. Most importantly, come and get a glimpse of the best of us, our extraordinary students. We guarantee that you will be a better person for having spent time with our children, confidently forging "full STEAM ahead!"

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ALICE PRITCHETT, DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS & FINANCIAL AID The Admissions team has undergone some exciting changes this year. With the retirement of our longtime leader, Judith Kinser, this summer, the office has added a new member who also has deep TVS roots.

Regan McDonald Gilstrap ’01 joined the team in August. Regan is a graduate of The University of Georgia and holds an MBA from The Neeley School of Business at TCU. Her extensive experience in higher education at both UNT and Texas A&M Law School and her passion for education bring exciting new ideas to the office. When asked about returning to TVS, Regan shared, “I am so excited to be back at the school that helped shape me into the person I am today. And although the school has grown and most of the faces have changed, Trinity Valley is the same wonderful, welcoming place it has always been.”

The addition of pre-k this year has necessitated that the Admissions team restructure to best serve the needs of prospective families. To that end, the team will be more specialized with Allison Shapard focusing on families in pre-k through fourth grade and Regan working with families interested in Middle and Upper School. Allison draws upon her many years of teaching in Lower School when working with families. This new structure will allow the team to personalize the experience students and families have as they get to know Trinity Valley School.

The best form of marketing for the school continues to be word of mouth! Please invite your colleagues, neighbors, and friends to our admissions events or share their contact information with the team, and we will reach out personally.

UPCOMING E VENT S November 17, 2-4 p.m.

Middle and Upper School Open House (5th-12th)

January 14, 5:30 p.m.

Lower School Open House (Pre-K-4th)

January 29, 12:15 p.m.

Upper School Open House

February 3, 12:15 p.m.

5th Grade Open House

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January 15, 2020

Kindergarten New Family Application Deadline

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During our faculty in-service in August, all TVS teachers and staff spent our first morning with Zach Mercurio, author of The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose. In our session, Mr. Mercurio linked the impact we have on those around us to discovering authentic purpose across our life experiences. More specifically, to help us reflect on and articulate our own collective and individual purpose at Trinity Valley, he pointed us to a very simple question: “How have you changed the world today?”

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being, and doing.” Education, after all, by its very nature is a “contribution-centered” enterprise. Accordingly, in Middle School’s first-day assembly this year, I challenged all

...“being purposeful is contribution-centered thinking, being, and doing.” of our fifth- through eighth-grade students to reframe Mercurio’s question around their student experience at TVS each day, encouraging them to regularly ask themselves, “How have I made TVS better today?” In the spirit of this focus on authentic purpose, our

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Middle School faculty also read Charles H. Vogl’s book, The Art of Community: Seven Principles for Belonging, over the summer.

Together, we delved into the elements that support the growth and development of positive, impactful communities. Influenced by these discussions and the Trinity Valley School mission, our teachers continue to explore ways to foster intelligent citizenship among our students; guiding them to better understand their own personal, authentic purpose and potential leadership within the school community is an integral part of this goal.

For us, this also means providing practical opportunities for students to lead others and build a positive and inclusive community each day. To that end, we continue to bolster our Student Committees program that launched in the fall of 2017. We built the program as a way to foster creativity and leadership while providing more opportunities for our fifth- through eighth-grade students to have a significant impact on the overall Middle School program as well as on many day-to-day aspects of the community.

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functioned alongside Student Council, and we focused on five committees, including a Recess Committee, Ambassador Committee, Assembly Committee, THRIVE Committee (student health and wellness), and Yearbook Committee. Early on, we experienced some tangible impacts as students planned and led assemblies, engaged with the planning of our new recess space, and presented to students on strategies for positive social and emotional health. With these successes, we extended our Student Committee Program to include a Leadership Committee and an Events Committee this year. These two new committees replaced our previous Middle School Student Council model. In addition, students are selected anonymously by their peers based on application submissions, which include written responses expressing interest and articulating ideas for change in the Middle School. We are excited to have 82 students serving on Student Committees for the 2019-2020 school year. Committee descriptions and corresponding faculty sponsors are outlined below: AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsors: Regan Gilstrap and Alice Pritchett The fifth- through eighth-grade ambassadors host visiting students throughout the school year and support various admissions events as greeters and tour guides. They also offer insight into a visiting child’s perspective and experiences on campus.

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsors: Ashley Owen, Anna Carlson, and Julie Knudsen Comprised of sixth through eighth graders, the assembly committee meets weekly with faculty representatives to plan and lead all Middle School assemblies. These students alternate as the emcee for assemblies throughout the school year.

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EVENTS COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsor: Laura Montgomery

THRIVE COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsor: Karen Peninger

The events committee, comprised of sixththrough eighth-grade students, plans and hosts the fifth- and sixth-grade ice cream social. In addition, members of the committee hold a vote for the theme of each of our Middle School dances, then plans and decorates accordingly.Â

Seventh- and eighth-grade students work together on the THRIVE Committee to build a culture that understands the importance of mental health and accepts those who may need support. In addition, they learn effective strategies for positive mental health and how to respond to and refer peers that may be at risk. Members also help plan our Trojan Talks: Mental Health Symposium.

LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsors: Julie Knudsen, Ryan Ellis, and Dan Betsill Fifth- through eighth-grade members of the Leadership Committee engage in various activities to support our school. They participate in an on-campus service project each semester, serve in a mentor capacity to rising fifth graders, and act as leaders for Middle School recess, including modeling how to care for our recess materials and helping with equipment maintenance.

YEARBOOK COMMITTEE Faculty Sponsor: Marcy Roten Seventh- and eighth-grade students support the Upper School yearbook staff by providing photographs of Middle School activities both during the school day and after school hours to be included in the TVS Trojan Walls.

In addition, committee members participate in selecting stories and giving input for spread designs.Â

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I AM INCREDIBLY LUCKY AND EXTREMELY EXCITED TO HAVE VERBALLY COMMITTED TO PLAY FIELD HOCKEY FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HAWKEYES! I NEVER WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT I WOULD END UP AT A LARGE PUBLIC UNIVERSITY IN A STATE THAT NEVER EVEN CROSSED MY MIND, BUT IT TURNS OUT THAT IOWA OFFERS WHAT I WANT FOR MYSELF BOTH ACADEMICALLY AND ATHLETICALLY. I CANNOT WAIT TO BE SURROUNDED

BY THE INTENSITY OF BIG TEN HOCKEY, BECOME IMMERSED IN THE MANY HOSPITALS IN AND AROUND THE CAMPUS, SPEND TIME IN THE STUDENT-ATHLETE STUDY CENTER, AND ENJOY HANGING OUT WITH MY FUTURE TEAMMATES AT FOOTBALL GAME TAILGATES. MY JOURNEY THROUGH THE RECRUITING PROCESS HAS TAUGHT ME A GREAT DEAL ABOUT MYSELF ALREADY, AND I AM BEYOND EXCITED FOR WHAT’S TO COME! I first thought I might want to play college sports at the end of eighth grade, and since then, it has been a whirlwind learning about the recruiting process and getting stronger physically and technically. Looking back on the crazy busy-ness of these past few years, especially sophomore and junior year, I feel so lucky to have been able to come out of all that work with literally my biggest dream come true. So, when I was asked to write this piece about my experience with recruiting, I happily agreed. I hope that I can be helpful or encouraging in some way to others!

For those who are not aware, you definitely can hire a national recruiting service or maybe even a local individual to help with collegiate

athletic recruiting, but that is not always possible or necessary. In my case, I simply worked closely with my coaches and my family to get recruited for hockey, and it worked out perfectly. In a nutshell, to be recruited, you need do a large amount of work on your own, and you must have strong support from your coaches and family. They say only one percent of students end up being college athletes, and I have figured out that they mean it – it not only takes drive and athleticism, but it also truly is a full-time job of endless communicating, traveling, and learning. It is not enough just to be a knowledgeable, hardworking, or talented athlete; you have to also put time

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into emailing, learning about the NCAA rules, driving or flying to be seen by coaches, and more. And the truth is, often that simply does not leave much time for other things.

Recruiting is certainly not for everyone, but for those who really want to play a sport in college (like me), it will be incredibly fulfilling.

My biggest lesson learned is simple: YOU absolutely can play sports in college if you decide to go for it! I heard at several points during my journey that there is a place for everyone to play at some level in college if they work for it, and I honestly do believe that is true. Some people want to stay close to home and some want to go far away, some want big schools and some want small schools, but there are more than 1,000 schools in the NCAA, and there are also NAIA, club, and intramural options as well. For me, I credit my own success in the recruiting process to two crucial things (NOT athleticism): my dedicated support system and my determined work ethic.

First, for most people, recruiting is not just about how you look on the field for that 15-minute period during which your dream school's coaches watch you at a single tournament. Instead, it is actually about

building relationships and showing interest over several years. That part of recruiting takes huge amounts of focus and research, and it all happens completely off the field. It takes years of consistent emails, phone calls, and conversations with coaches from many

For me, I credit my own success in the recruiting process to two crucial things (NOT athleticism): my dedicated support system and my determined work ethic. different schools. Behind those sometimes nerve-wracking (but always rewarding) interactions, it takes many drafts, plenty of proofreading, quite a bit of practicing in front of mirrors, and a lot of organization. And behind all of that work I did was my support system.

My mom, dad, brother, and coaches were critical to helping me keep track of everything!

In particular,my school coach, Claire Pearce, was instrumental – she was always there to give me advice, proofread, and boost my confidence. To put it plainly, what I am trying to convey is that the support, education, and organization behind the scenes from my coaches and parents were absolutely key to

2019 TVS Varsity field hockey team.

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my ability to be recruited, and I believe also the key to successful recruiting in general.

Top: Coach Pearce alongside some of her seniors after their last day of pre-season.

Bottom: Harper getting ready to put the ball in play for her Texas club team.

Second, successful recruiting obviously needs a plentitude of physical work and determination.

It might seem a bit cliché, but there is a lot more to improvement than just going to practice. For example, my weekly schedule was always packed full. During the height of my recruiting process, I was traveling one to four weekends a month and going to as many practices as possible (typically six to seven per week!). In addition, I would practice my stick skills for 10 minutes before bed every night and go for runs at least once a week. I also did my best to eat healthier and hydrate better, two crucial parts of being fit. Recruiting is definitely full-time hard work, and honestly there were many late nights and missed events because of the workload….but all of the diligent effort and dedication does truly pay off in the end. I don't regret a single bit of it!

In summary, while it takes a lot of time and effort to get recruited, it’s fun time and rewarding effort. I feel that I have grown as a person and a player, and

of course it has been fantastic to work on achieving my dream of being a college athlete. Also, on a not-so-insignificant side note, the harder you work and the more you are willing to put yourself out there, the more help people want to give you. This is vital - I was able to work with four other local coaches in addition to Coach Pearce who were eager to help and whose wisdom and connections were invaluable at several points on my journey. And, I know that those meaningful relationships will last a lifetime.

The last thing I would like to say is that although I personally love sports, I know that this lifestyle is not for everyone. However, I do think that going through some sort of journey toward a goal can be very worthwhile, whether it's sports, music, theatre, art, technology, math, or whatever your passion is. Because of my recruiting journey, I have learned so many life lessons that I can draw on later as an adult. Yet, the gratification was certainly not instant: it took commitment to a cause over a long course of time, and things did not go my way all of the time. My recruiting efforts prepared me for the real world of deadlines, tough times, late nights, and lots and lots of phone calls that are waiting to meet me when I leave my parents’ house, and for those lessons I’m incredibly grateful.

I wish the best of luck to anyone else who wants to tackle some goal and embark on some journey for themselves, and I know that if you are persistent and flexible, something wonderful, although possibly unexpected, will be the result!

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In recent years, the Upper School has been committed to providing greater agency to our students to pursue their passions in structured and meaningful ways. We are very proud of our curricular offerings, but also recognize that 21stcentury teaching and learning requires that we equip our students with skills to be successful in both college and beyond. To that end, I have previously written about how we pursue experiential learning in our classrooms. Beyond this, thanks to Dr. John O’Reilly, we have reinvigorated our senior projects, and this year the Upper School has introduced four signature programs for students in grades 11 and 12. It is my hope that this short article gives you a better view into these two vital and developing programs within our school.

SENIOR PROJECTS Thanks to the great work of Dr. O’Reilly, our Senior Projects program is stronger than ever. Senior Projects are intended for those members of the graduating class that have a particular passion for something beyond the classroom.

Students work with a faculty sponsor to create an enriching path of study and/or work during the second semester of the senior year. Throughout the semester, students meet with their faculty sponsor to define the scope of their pursuits and to reflect on their efforts. The capstone of the project is a presentation to the community that details what their project entailed and how they benefited from the experience.

Our students continue to amaze us with their creativity and diligence with their outside pursuits. One recent Senior Project included a student independently pursuing certification as an Emergency

Medical Technician (EMT). Such pursuit is rigorous and time intensive. Part of the program required the student to engage in ride-alongs with active emergency rescue teams. One night, the student assisted in responding to a patient that was suffering from a drug overdose. In the ambulance, the patient began to enter cardiac arrest and our student, at the age of 17, immediately leveraged the training received to provide lifesaving CPR. The patient later recovered. A second student pursued an interest in STEM education by finding a laboratory opportunity at TCU. The student pursued nanotube technology and was slated to be included in a forthcoming publication, alongside the TCU faculty researchers. A third student developed a robotic arm that was designed to be breath enabled to assist quadriplegic patients having some level of autonomy with daily tasks such as drinking from a cup. To further the project, the student designed and 3D printed a cup and straw that would be used with the robotic arm.

As you can see, Senior Projects are inspiring and represent the diverse interests of our students. The possibilities are endless, and we look forward to seeing these projects continue to develop this year and in years to come.

If you have a student with a particular passion, please encourage him or her to participate in this wonderful opportunity.

SIGNATURE PROGRAMS Beginning this year, the Upper School is offering four unique opportunities to partner with faculty members in pursuit of a specific and discreet area of interest currently offered at TVS. The Signature Program Initiative combines coursework, an off-campus internship,

Pictured at left: Julian Barretto, Michael McAuley and Anton Lee

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selected reading to be completed within the cohort, and a capstone project to provide the learner with greater insights into a particular area of study. We currently offer four Signature Programs: (1) Outdoor Leadership with Blake Amos, (2) Computer Science with Philip Taylor, (3) Global Education with Michael Roemer, and (4) Innovation and Entrepreneurship with me, Manish Bhatt. As the program is new, we are all working to accommodate Class of 2020 seniors that have an interest in pursuing a Signature opportunity.

Throughout the beginning of the year, students have been given a reading assignment to pursue in cohort and have worked to secure an off-campus internship. This internship can be in person or electronic. As we move into the spring, Seniors will begin crafting their capstone projects (some will complete these in the Fall, depending on the experience) and plan a way to share these initiatives with the school community. We believe these programs represent the beginning and not the end of this initiative. We have asked the faculty to propose additions to this program should there be an interest within their discipline or department.

As we progress, we believe Signature Programing will help distinguish our students in their college admissions and provide them with meaningful opportunities to experience their areas of interest within a structured learning environment.

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Both the Signature Program and Senior Projects Initiatives directly align with our intentional promotion of student agency and autonomy. Each is a challenge by choice but when completed is very rewarding. In the coming years, we hope to see both programs grow exponentially.

If we are successful, we will be providing our students with greater skills to succeed in the 21st-century economy.

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Many times I find myself describing to parents a TVS education and the importance of the “wide constructive interests” statement in our mission. I thought it would be interesting for you to hear a perspective from a student who is approaching the end of her time at TVS. Catherine Anderson is a current senior and a member of the inaugural Outdoor Leadership Signature Program. She has been writing her college application essay about how she has grown and matured throughout her time at TVS. She allowed me to share her words with you. The lessons described below come from her experiences through the Trojan Outdoor Experience program, but I bet if you ask around, you will find very similar stories from our students in the world of athletics, the arts, AP history, environmental science...

As I peered down the side of the cliff, I wondered what would happen if I fell and hit the rocky ground 50 feet below. My heart was pounding as my sweaty palms gripped the rope so tightly that my knuckles turned white. There were voices assuring me that I had already done the hardest part, but I didn’t believe them. I had made it over the very edge of the cliff, but I thought there was no way my shaking legs could lead me down to safety. I chickened out.

I came to Trinity Valley in fifth grade, and it was a difficult year for various reasons. I was at a new school with new people, and all of a sudden, I was sent off to Lake Mineral Wells State Park for some weird camping trip. I loved being outdoors and camping, but I was terrified of heights and had never rappelled before. I instantly regretted not completing

the rappel on that fifth-grade trip, but I now use this feeling as my motivation to tackle any new difficulties I face on other trips. The Trojan Outdoor Experience (TOE) program is all about “challenge by choice,” and the obstacles I overcome through this program prepare me to take on even greater challenges, mental or physical, in other parts of my life. I absolutely love the TOE program and am so grateful for the crazy and unique experiences it has provided. Through my involvement with TOE, I have gained confidence through outdoor exploration and adventure, deepened relationships, made connections with younger students, and grown as a leader and individual.

It is very common for me to feel uneasy when it comes to new physical challenges, so I have to constantly push myself to try new things even if they make my stomach churn. I didn’t rappel

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Summer 2019, Canyoning in Austria

in fifth grade, but I made up for it the next year by rappelling down a cliff almost twice as high.

With every trip, and with every experience, I make an effort to step a little further outside my comfort zone. Two summers ago, I had the opportunity to rappel down an enormous waterfall in Costa Rica. Because of my previous

... the TOE program has opened my eyes to a world of possibilities and shown me that I am capable of more than I had previously allowed myself to assume. experiences with TOE, I knew it was something I could do. On the Austria trip last summer, the hardest part for me wasn’t the six-day hike through the Alps, it was the afternoon of rock climbing. I was terrified, but I did it. I’m not going to lie, part of my motivation was the fact that we were climbing to the place where we were eating dinner, but the real reason I was able to do it was because of the confidence I had gained climbing on previous trips. I will

always be afraid of heights, and activities like rappelling and rock climbing will always feel scary to me. However, the TOE program has opened my eyes to a world of possibilities and shown me that I am capable of more than I had previously allowed myself to assume.

My first real experience as a student leader was on my younger brother’s fifth-grade trip, and I was so excited to share with him the program I loved so much. I had always regretted not rappelling on my first trip, so I wanted to make sure that my brother did it.

He was nervous, so I wanted to be there to encourage him and make sure he felt safe.

As a student leader, I had the opportunity to belay my brother when he rappelled for the first time. My parents love the picture that was taken of my brother at the top of the cliff with me on the ground holding his rope. This was such an important experience for both of us, and afterwards he told me he didn’t think he would have been able to do it if I hadn’t been there. This is one of many relationships I feel have grown and strengthened through TOE. My cautious nature allows me to empathize

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with younger students who may be nervous to try something that seems scary. I see myself in that girl afraid to climb further on the rock wall, or that boy reluctant to step off the platform to go down the zipline. I know what it feels like to be in their shoes. And yet I also have the opportunity to encourage them to try something they might never have thought they could accomplish. My experiences overcoming the fear and anxiety I feel being pushed out of my comfort zone allow me to help those younger students who feel the same way, and the connections I make with these students are truly meaningful to me.

Last spring, a few of the veteran TOE leaders were approached about creating a new level of student leadership. The primary focus of this new leadership team (L Team) is to coordinate the other Upper School students, allowing the L Team to develop the skills and

confidence to lead peers. As part of a twoperson L Team, I helped plan and execute last year’s third-grade trip while organizing the other Upper School students helping on it. I had just gotten used to the idea of being

Looking over the edge of that cliff, I now see opportunities instead of obstacles. No matter how nervous or unprepared I feel, I know I’m capable. a leader to younger kids, but now I had to be a leader to my friends and classmates as well. However, I quickly realized it was not as challenging as I had anticipated. I could solve problems without having to consult anyone else for help, knew what needed to be done in order to make the trip successful, and felt secure that I could support the people who were relying on me. Prior to all of my experiences with TOE, I would never have considered myself an obvious leader; however, I have developed good leadership skills and a stronger sense of self-confidence through this program.

My love of these experiential education opportunities inspires me to pursue this as part of my future career. In college, I want to major in special education, but it would be my dream to merge that desire with everything I have learned through TOE. Access to outdoor opportunities for people of all abilities is far too limited, and I would love to help change this. I have spent time the past two summers at camps for people who have special needs and chronic illnesses. Thanks to the TOE program, I had the opportunity to shadow staff members running the adaptive ropes course at one of these camps, and learned how they made the course accessible to all of their campers. At these two camps, many of the children and adult campers are away from home for the very first time and are given the opportunity to try things that seem really scary. I feel like I understand and relate to their

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Catherine rappelling her brother Charlie

Crossing glacier to Italy, Austria 2019 (second from right)

nervousness, which is why it is so powerful for me to see them overcome the fears they face.

I have witnessed the pride and sheer joy these campers show when they work up the courage to go on the huge swing, climb the rock wall, or go down the zipline. This is what excites me about experiential education and what makes me so passionate about giving people the support they need to try something new. The self-confidence gained from opportunities like these can be life changing. It has been for me.Â

As I begin my senior year, I sometimes feel anxious anticipating what will come after graduation. But I am forever grateful to the TOE program and feel comfortable relying on what I have learned through it so far.

Looking over the edge of that cliff, I now see opportunities instead of obstacles. No matter how nervous or unprepared I feel, I know I’m capable. I have enough confidence and trust in myself to know that I can be successful in taking on future challenges.

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When we remove ourselves from our daily settings, meet new people, try new foods, visit places and have experiences we’ve never been to or experienced before, we change.

Sometimes, we recognize these changes immediately and embrace them. Sometimes, we fail to see the changes for weeks, months, or even years later. Regardless of when it happens, the key is that if we are conscientious and reflective travelers, we have the opportunity to make deep connections that will leave a positive mark on our lives and on those around us.

At TVS, we encourage our students to travel abroad so that they can see the world through different lenses and leave positive marks on the world. Just as we do with online exchanges in all divisions and with our international guests on campus, we ask our Trojan Travelers to let these experiences sink in and to change them so that they can become conscientious leaders on our campus and beyond. Below are three short examples from TVS students who traveled abroad this past summer, with our Trojans Abroad Programs and with others. As their reflections reveal, travel has changed these students in ways that they could not have predicted, and it has inspired them to travel more and to share the joys of connecting with people beyond their comfort zones with our community.

DEBORAH CARREÑO | CLASS OF 2021 This year I had the opportunity to travel abroad to Spain. I stayed for a month and a half with a family in Madrid. At first, I was extremely anxious because I had doubts if my family would like me, that I wouldn't make friends, and that I wouldn't have an incredible experience, which turned out to be the opposite: I had an amazing time in Spain.

I made friendships and memories that I'm going to cherish for the rest of my life. Also, I learned so many things about the culture, history, and the art of Spain. I fully emerged myself in being part of the culture in Spain, and

Left: Deborah (left) exploring Ávilla (Granada, Spain) Below: Deborah (middle) with new friends (Madrid, Spain)

this has shaped me to be more confident in my Spanish speaking skills. I will always remember the memories I made during this trip.

BLAKE POOLE 伯雷克 | CLASS OF 2020 I was lucky to experience a radically different culture during 16 days in China that took me from Beijing to Xi’an to Luoyang and back to Beijing. At first I worried what being a minority in such a densely populated country would be like, but as time went on, I realized how beneficial the cultural immersion was for me.

The first week of the trip was spent in Beijing going to Kaiwen Academy with my host brother. There, I spent time with the senior students playing Chinese versions of American card games, softball, and badminton. During the weekend, my host family took me to Olympic Park to tour the Bird’s Nest as well as The Beijing Zoo to see the pandas. We also had spicy noodle bowls at a restaurant specializing in Sichuan cuisine; my host father

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crowded Xi’an night market was quite an experience. Food everywhere! I ate spicy octopus on a stick. It was very good. Along with the food, there were many random products to buy, too. We found fake Gucci belts and Rolexes. Towards the end of the trip we visited the Longmen Grottoes.

These are hundreds of statues of Buddha and his disciples. Many of them had been

To anyone who is hesitant about traveling abroad, all I can say is if you don't step out of your comfort zone every now and then, you’ll miss some wonderful opportunities in life.

Above: Blake with TVS classmates, Mr. Churchward (6th Global Studies), & Dr. Roemer (Global Education Dir.) | Mt. Song, Dengfeng, China

destroyed during the Cultural Revolution (1966-76), which really made us think about how much history was behind each and every location we visited. Overall, my trip to China turned out better than I would ever have guessed. My host family was very polite and welcoming, our tour guides always knew what to say, and TVS Global Education did a great job planning and executing the adventure. To anyone who is hesitant about traveling abroad, all I can say is if you don't step out of your comfort zone every now and then, you’ll miss some wonderful opportunities in life.

I’ll use what I learned from this experience to live life with an open mind and be more adventurous.

Right: TVS students learning Kungfu—complete with customized TVS Global Kungfu outfits! | Kungfu School, Dengfeng, China

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Last summer, we were fortunate enough to be able to take an 18-day trip to Thailand through Rustic Pathways, a student travel organization. We spent eight days at an elephant conservation center in Lampang working with our very own elephants and learning about their importance to Thai culture. Then, for the rest of the trip we explored the northern cities of Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Dao, and Bangkok and experienced the culture of the Thai people.

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At the Thai Elephant Conservation Center, we were assigned individual elephants that we worked with for the next week: getting to know them, playing with them, feeding and bathing them, and more. One of the most powerful experiences we had was visiting the local elephant hospital. After getting to know our own elephants for several days and learning their mannerisms and personalities, it was devastating to recognize the stark differences between our healthy elephants and the ill ones in the hospital. The hospital never turns any elephants away, and it was touching to see the devotion the doctors had while helping the elephants. For example, there was one elephant who was having severe digestive problems, which can kill an elephant within just four days, and the staff was working tirelessly to help her recover.

We were able to observe the treatment for a short period of time, and it broke our hearts to see how panicked and fearful she was. We had many other impactful experiences at the sanctuary, but that moment in particular had the most profound effect on us.

new perspectives and having learned a lot more about ourselves and our values. Upon returning to our homes, we both decided to be more conscious of what items we actually need, because spending time with our elephants and filling our days with people and new experiences made us realize how unimportant most material items are. Finally, we both were reminded of the magic of travel.

We hope to travel adventurously more often in order to gain the most knowledge we can about the world we live in. With so much left of the world to explore, we cannot wait to begin our next journey!

If you would like to support more Trojans to travel abroad, please visit bit.ly/tvsSSTE. To learn more about Global Education at TVS, visit bit.ly/TVSGlobal.

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Anna and Harper at Wat Rong Khun | Chiang Rai, Thailand

While we were exploring the cities of northern Thailand, we visited the magnificent Grand Palace in Bangkok. There, we saw the extravagances of beautiful temples, the intricacies of the King’s residences, and the grandeur of the Emerald Buddha. We also learned about the Thai government system and were surprised to hear that the current monarch and his family live in Germany and not the Grand Palace. Someone wondered how the Thai people felt about their monarch living abroad, and the response we got was a smile and a neutral, “He is a great king.”

Clearly, our guides were unable to speak freely on their opinion about the king, which was so profoundly different than anything we have ever experienced in our lives. That interaction made us realize just how lucky we are to live in a nation where our personal freedoms are protected, because many people do not have those rights.

These are just two small moments that resonated with us the most from our 18-day-long trip, but there is so much more to share. We left this trip having gained

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BRINGING THE EAST TO THE WEST ROSE ZHANG | LOWER SCHOOL Tell us about your education/background in teaching Chinese.

I was born, raised, and educated in Xi’An, an old capital city with thousands of years of history in China. I graduated from Shaanxi Normal University. I have been teaching Chinese since 1993, in Singapore, New Jersey, and now in Texas. I have taught students of all ages.

What brought you to TVS? In 2007, the first year TVS offered Chinese, a parent from TVS recommended me, and since then I have worked in TVS Lower School teaching Chinese.

What are your main objectives and expectations for your students?

I would like our students to not only learn the language, but know more about Chinese culture and etiquette. I want to make them feel that even though Chinese is a different language, it’s not hard. It’s fun, and it’s cool!

How/why is offering Chinese as a world language an interesting opportunity for students?

The Chinese language is more and more popular in the world, and there are more career opportunities in China. Whenever you travel in China, if you can speak some Chinese, even just a little, people will be very enthusiastic and welcoming to you.

Please share something interesting about your heritage or culture.

During the first 15 days of Chinese New Year, we need to be very careful of our mouths.

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We can only say good words like “grow” and “good.” We can not say bad words like “die,” “break,” and “lose.” We believe good words will bring you good luck, and bad words will bring you bad luck for a whole year.

If you accidentally say the bad words, you have to say “pei pei pei” (sounds like pay pay pay) to take back the bad words so that you will not have bad luck.

MIN OLIVERI | MIDDLE SCHOOL Tell us about your education/background in teaching Chinese.

I was born and raised in China. In 1992, I graduated from Education University of Tai Xing in China.

Before moving to the U.S., I taught Chinese in elementary school for 11 years. After I moved to Texas, I taught Chinese in an afterschool program in Plano for two years and also taught at a Fort Worth Chinese school for three years.

What brought you to TVS? Before I came to the TVS family, I heard a lot of wonderful things about TVS from Rachel Davidsaver, the previous Middle School Chinese instructor. She recommended me to be part of the Middle School Chinese program, so I joined the TVS family in 2016.

What are your main objectives and expectations for your students?

To help students discover their interests in the Chinese language and build a fundamental capability of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and typing Chinese in real-life situations.

How/why is offering Chinese as a world language an interesting opportunity for students?

First, learning foreign languages boosts brain development, bridges cultural connections, and gives us an economic edge. Second, tomorrow’s leaders must be able to compete, work, and thrive in a globalized world with diverse, multilingual consumers and economies in which China and the U.S. will continue to be major players. By offering our students early education opportunities to learn Chinese, we can prepare them for businesses and careers in a world and workplace in which our country’s bilateral ties play a consequential role.

Please share something interesting about your heritage or culture.

Though food is a big thing in China, you might be surprised to discover that fortune cookies are not. Chinese restaurants in China have never served them to their customers.

KAILIN YUAN | MIDDLE SCHOOL Tell us about your education/ background in teaching Chinese.

I studied Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language in college. After graduating, I went to the University of Pittsburgh to pursue my M.Ed. degree in foreign language education. I also worked as a part-time Chinese instructor at PITT and gained a lot of pleasant experiences and thus set teaching Chinese language and culture as my life-long passion. I moved to Texas in 2015 and had been teaching in both middle and K-5 schools. I have been aware of the differences in different school settings and appreciate these various experiences.

What brought you to TVS? I'd been hearing the excellent reputation of TVS and was hoping for

a job opportunity here. Last summer, our Middle School Head, Mr. Synder, reached me about a job opening in Middle School, and luckily, I got this position.

What are your main objectives and expectations for your students?

I expect my students to become fluent in fundamental and necessary communication skills in daily topics, acquire an understanding of Chinese history and culture, and develop a global view.

How/why is offering Chinese as a world language an interesting opportunity for students?

Right now is the age when the world is getting "smaller." It is more and more important for students to get to know the whole world and understand people from different language and culture backgrounds. As a Chinese person, I see China is developing a bigger and more significant influence on the globe in various aspects nowadays. The U.S. and China are having more and more connections and impacts on each other. Thus, the Chinese program in our school offers students a great chance to know the world, adapt the trends, and make an influence in the future.

Please share something interesting about your heritage.

My hometown, Qingdao, held the 2008 Olympic Sailing Games and is famous for seafood barbeque.

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RUBY WANG | UPPER SCHOOL Tell us about your education/background in teaching Chinese.

I have a BA in English Language and Literature from National Kaohsiung Normal University, Taiwan with an extra certificate of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. I’ve earned two MA degrees from the University of Texas at Arlington, one in Teaching English to Speakers of Other languages (TESOL), the other in Linguistics. I am a Ph.D. candidate in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Language and Literacy Education at University of North Texas. I am working on my dissertation and hopefully I will graduate with my Ph.D. degree in 2020.

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I taught all levels of Chinese language courses at the college level for altogether five-anda-half years: three-and-a-half years at UTA and two years at Texas Christian University.

At TCU, I proposed and taught two Humanity Core courses: “Chinese Culture in Films” and “Chinese Calligraphy.” Chinese Calligraphy was so popular that I offered five sections for it with 121 students enrolled in the past year.

What brought you to TVS? My colleague saw the job posting and asked me whether I’d like to try. I had heard from many people that TVS is an excellent school, so I did.

What are your main objectives and expectations for your students?

My main objective is creating an authentic Chinese cultural “community of practice” (Lave & Wanger, 1991) for students to gradually and naturally acquire Chinese language and culture. My expectations for my students are: 1. Pay close attention and participate actively in class. 2. Listen to native

speakers’ audio files along with the textbook to review on a daily basis. 3. Participate in any Chinese culture-related events and activities on and off campus. 4. Practice with other Chinese learners or native speakers whenever possible. 5. Join the study-abroad programs in China during summer.

How/why is offering Chinese as a world language an interesting opportunity for students?

There are 1.4 billion Chinese people in the world, which is one-fifth of the world’s population. Along with the rapid economic growth of China in the past several decades, China is not a far-away country which we can keep out of sight, out of mind anymore. With the education goal of cultivating future leaders for the super-competitive global job markets, offering Chinese as a world language at TVS is definitely relevant to the objectives of our education at TVS. Moreover, offering Chinese as a world language at TVS can broaden our students’ world view and lift their global awareness, which is one of the main objectives of TVS, global education, especially.

Please share something interesting about your heritage or culture.

Something interesting about my heritage background: my late maternal grandfather belonged to one of the most noble families of Ching Dynasty. He had an extremely wealthy childhood with a good education.

He was good at Chinese calligraphy, Chinese painting, Bei-Jing opera, and playing Er-hu (a traditional Chinese musical instrument).

However, he was forced to escape from his hometown in Northeastern China after the Japanese invasion back in the 1930s. He never was able to return home. He earned his BA in music in Fu-Jian province, but was immediately recruited to Chang Kai-Shek’s army and followed the government to take over Taiwan from Japan’s hand after WWII. My paternal grandfather was a Navy captain of Chang Kai-Shek’s government. He sailed his battleship (with my grandmother and my father on board) from Ching-Dao, ShangDong and finally settled down in Taiwan in 1949. Growing up, I lived in the ROC Navy military base village for most of my life except for eight years in Taipei for college and

working. Because both my parents have the background of mainland China, we lived in Taiwan with our own culture which was very different from that of the majority of people who have the background of Southern Min (southeastern China). We have maintained the original authentic culture of Shang-Dong province, Confucius’ hometown.

With my unique heritage and cultural background, I’d like to share with my students at TVS whatever I know and whatever I’ve learned in my whole life. I offer Chinese Calligraphy classes in our Chinese Culture Club. We will also exercise many other aspects of Chinese culture such as Chinese cooking, Chinese chess, etc. I am thankful for the opportunity I have here at TVS to provide students with authentic Chinese language and culture. I am glad that we have a new start.

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ASTRA & BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY CELEBRATIONS FALL 2019

Thank you to all donors for their continued support of Trinity Valley School!

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ANNUAL GIVING The impact that the Annual Fund has on the daily lives of our students, faculty, and staff is undeniable. From the most modern technology, safest equipment, and up-todate training to a beautifully manicured campus and a list of opportunities that would make anyone jealous, Trinity Valley School wisely utilizes our resources to provide the best for our students. Every day, the subtle nuances in the way that our students behave, act, and speak indicate that they are receiving the best education and having experiences

that will mold them into the kind of young men and women that we aspire our children to be: thinkers, makers, doers, leaders.

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With all of this in mind, when we were asked to chair the Annual Giving 2019-2020 Campaign for the 20192020 school year, it ANNUAL FUND was a no-brainer! Why not invest our time and effort into organizing our generous community to come together to support TVS? The benevolence of our donors deeply impacts our own children, all students at Trinity Valley, as well as the other 1000-plus students who call TVS home.

The Annual Fund is Trinity Valley’s primary fundraising priority, and its success indicates a belief that what TVS is doing is right.

It shows that our community believes in the cohesive efforts of our administration, faculty, and staff in leading and educating our children. This year will be no different.

We look forward to working with all of our constituencies to strengthen our mission and reinforce our values.

We have big shoes to fill from last year’s chairs, Kristen and Jeff Anderson, and we believe that we can deliver the same success that they, and other annual giving chairs, have had in the past.

Thank you,

LaToyer Houston and Mindy Hegi Chris, Will, LaToyer, and Andrew Houston with Mindy, Jake, and Will Hegi

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ENDOWMENT AND LEGACY GIFT UPDATE The Trinity Valley School Endowment Fund provides ongoing, yearly support and reduces our dependence on tuition. The Endowment typically provides $1.5 million a year – equating to approximately $1,500 per student! Up to five percent of the three-year, market-value, rolling average is contributed to the annual operating budget, helping bridge the gap between tuition income and the actual expense of a TVS education.

historical gifts contributed before we had a practice for establishing named funds. All funds are listed on the TVS website.

The Endowment has been building since the 1970s and is now valued at over $38,000,000.

Only the interest may be spent from these legacy gifts, leaving the corpus to grow.

THE BROWNLIE FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD | Smith Brownlie established this award in 2019 in celebration of Trinity Valley School’s 60th anniversary and in honor of his children Caroline ’06, Katherine ’09, and Carter ’11. Mr. Brownlie valued the education they received at TVS and wanted to provide the same opportunity to other students. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

Many gifts large and small have created this important fund to include all honorariums, memorials, and the alumni annual fund. It is also fueled by individuals who include TVS in their estate plans and become members of our Stephen Seleny Society. Other endowment gifts have been designated by donors to support financial aid, teaching positions, professional development, and other awards and programs.

The Endowment’s impact is powerful, and its continued growth is critical to the long-term sustainability of TVS. Contributions can be made to the general endowment or to a specific fund by anyone. New named funds may be established with gifts of $50,000 or more.

A wonderful way to leave a legacy!

In celebration of the School’s 60th anniversary, we are highlighting new awards and awards not previously recognized, many of which are

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ALICE CURREY ARMER ENDOWMENT FUND | Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the Alice Armer Estate in 1982. Alice’s son Lee Armer was a student at TVS in the early 1970s. The Alice Currey Armer Endowment Fund was established in 2019 and supports general purposes.

LOUISE CANAFAX ENDOWMENT | In 2014, Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the estate of Louise Canafax, and from the gift, the Louise Canafax Endowment was established. Louise was a professional violist, leader in the Fort Worth arts community, and devoted TVS music teacher for more than 30 years. The endowment supports the Lower School music program.

THE MINDELL FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD | The Mindell Family Financial Aid Award was established in 2019, by Cheryl and Ken Mindell, in celebration of Trinity Valley School’s 60th anniversary and Ken’s 50th reunion. Ken graduated from TVS in 1970 and has remained active in the school for many

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years, including service on the Board of Trustees and as endowment chairman. Ken is a strong believer in the positive impact an Endowment can make for a school and wants to ensure its growth. Additionally, Ken is an avid supporter of financial aid. The purpose of this award is to support students in need of tuition assistance. This award is given annually to a student interested in science, technology, engineering, or math.

W.A. AND ELIZABETH MONCRIEF FINANCIAL AID AWARD | Trinity Valley School established the W.A. and Elizabeth Moncrief Financial Aid Award in 2019 during its 60th Anniversary celebration to honor Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Moncrief for their early support of the School. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

SUZIE AND JIM MURRAY FINANCIAL AID AWARD | In 2018, Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the estate of Suzie and Jim Murray.

From the gift, the Suzie and Jim Murray Financial Aid Award was established in recognition of their outstanding support of TVS. Their daughter, Dr. Kathleen Dodd, graduated in 1980 and believes that her parents sending her to TVS was one of the best decisions they ever made. Both Suzie and Jim always believed in sharing their blessings to help others. The purpose of this award is to support students in need of tuition assistance who would not otherwise have the opportunity for a TVS education.

THE NEW YORK COMMUNITY TRUST/DEWITT WALLACE FINANCIAL AID AWARD | The New York Community Trust/DeWitt Wallace Financial Aid Award was established in 2019 to recognize historical gifts made in the 1980s by the DeWitt Wallace Reader’s Digest Fund at the New York Community Foundation. Dewitt and his wife Lila founded Reader’s Digest. In keeping with DeWitt’s strong passion for education, this award provides tuition assistance to a student whose family qualifies for financial aid.

SID W. RICHARDSON FOUNDATION ENDOWMENT | Trinity Valley School established the Sid W. Richardson Foundation Endowment in 2019 during its 60th anniversary celebration to honor the Foundation for its early support of the School. In keeping with the Foundation’s strong passion for education, this fund supports teacher salaries.

THE SCHWARZ FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD | The Schwarz Family Financial Aid Award was established by Pat and Herb Schwarz in memory of Herb’s parents, Dr. and Mrs. Edwin G. Schwarz.

The Schwarz family has a long history at TVS. Herb served on the board when their children Gerry ’78 and Kay were students. Their grandchildren Zach '15, Zane '18, and Zoe '25 Schwarz and Katie Orth Seiken ’09 are also TVS Trojans. The fund provides tuition assistance to a student whose family qualifies for financial aid.

STEPHEN SELENY TRAVEL ENDOWMENT | The Stephen Seleny Travel Endowment was established in 2017 with gifts from several families to increase the number of TVS students who can have transformative experiences on our Trojans Abroad Programs. Students participating in Upper School international trips and TOE Beyond trips are eligible to apply for funds within this endowment.

MARGARET COLLINS SULLIVAN FINANCIAL AID AWARD | The Margaret Collins Sullivan Financial Aid Award was established in 1985 by George T. Sullivan in loving memory of his wife. Margaret was an English teacher in Fort Worth for many years and was regarded as a master teacher. Additionally, the Sullivans were close friends with the Freese and Rutledge families whose children attended TVS. Their friendship and Mrs. Sullivan’s love of teaching inspired this gift. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

ANNE BURNETT TANDY ENDOWMENT FOR FACULTY | Trinity Valley School established the Anne Burnett Tandy Endowment for Faculty in 2019 during its 60th anniversary celebration to honor the legacy of Anne Burnett Tandy, who supported the School in its early days. Mrs. Tandy was one of the School’s first contributors to our endowment. The fund supports faculty salaries per her request in 1978.

TVS ALUMNI ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY DEVELOPMENT | Established in 2019 from gifts by TVS alumni, this fund recognizes the faculty of Trinity Valley School and supports professional development.

TVS ALUMNI ENDOWMENT FUND | Established in 2019 in celebration of the School’s 60th anniversary, this fund supports general purposes.

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CAPITAL GIVING UPDATE A new press box is in the works to accommodate home and visiting teams along with an additional room for student broadcasting and livestreaming of games. The box will be elevated for better visibility and filming and will eliminate the need to rent scaffolding (safer and more attractive!). We are excited that the space will accommodate fall, winter, and spring sports…and serve as a gathering space on occasion, too. The structure will feature the School’s same architectural elements, providing a glimpse of our beautiful campus and branding opportunity to visitors passing by, particularly significant as development south of TVS continues to grow.

Improvements are worth approximately $600,000, and $350,000 has been raised to date. Alumni and alumni families are especially encouraged to join this effort in celebration of Trinity Valley’s 60th anniversary and in memory of Dennis Fleming, longtime TVS faculty member and administrator, who served Trinity Valley from 19772009. Think creatively! Gifts can be made from a multigenerational family, graduating class (e.g. Class of 1989), or other TVS affinity group (e.g. 2017 SPC Championship Team). We aim to complete fundraising in 2019, so we can start construction in the spring. Gifts may be made at one time or pledged and paid out over time. Gifts of cash and stock are welcome. Donors contributing $10,000 or more will be permanently recognized on a bronze plaque at the press box.

Additional recognition is available for gifts of $50,000 or more.

Many thanks to everyone who has supported the project to date!!

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DENNIS FLEMING PRESS BOX DONORS AS OF 10/25/19 MANY THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO HAS SUPPORTED THE PROJECT TO DATE!!

Jeff Alexander ’88 Kaydee and Bill Bailey Friends of Kaydee and Bill Bailey C.B. Baird, Jr. Foundation Katherine Brownlie Broyles ’09 Wallace Bubar ’91 Class of 1989 for their 30th Reunion: Jennifer Lester Anderson ’89 Jason Andrews ’89 Carla Finch Banks ’89 Harry Beaudry ’89 Charlotte Clay Buell ’89 Carter Crum ’89 Kathryn Davis ’89 Marian Mayo DeMott ’89 Laura Manning High ’89 John Koechel ’89 Karen Beck Lewis ’89 Creighton Pickett ’89 Clare Pritchett ’89 Kory ’89 and Chance Robertson ’89 Sloan Sheffield ’89 Caroline Dulle Smith ’89 Thomas Travis ’89 Anita White ’89 Class of 1995 for their 25th Reunion: Ryan Armstrong ’95 Holly Edwards ’95 Greg Ethridge ’95 Bill Lorimer ’95 Andrew Pritchett ’95 Chuck Webb ’95 J.W. Wilson ’95

Class of 2000 for their 20th Reunion: Quint Cannon ’00 Sarah Murphey Davis ’00 Hunter Johnson ’00 Leslie Mattingly Palmer ’00 Molly Sullivan Parker ’00 Becky Murphy Schmid ’00 and Andrew Schmid ‘00 Rachel Buchanan Thompson ’00 Keith Dalton ’87 Jennifer Harwell Dempsey ’96 Daren Dunkel ’10 Frill Foundation

John Kostohryz ’01 Thomas Kostohryz ’29 Thomas Kutzler ’13 Tandra and Jeremy Langford Carolyn and Bill Lorimer Carol and Charley McCluer ’72 The Miller Family: Laura, Tod, Jay ’04, Emily, Jack ’31, Molly Kate ’33, Michael, Scott ’08, Christal ’08, Ford

Jennifer and David Kostohryz ’97 John McMillen ’99 Vijay Muraliraj ’99 Adam Nemser ’97 Russell Oshman ’99 Aminah Qureshi ’99 Madolin and Ben Rosenthal ’01 Austin Schell ’99 Howard Schussler ’99 Myra and Irwin Schussler Sonya and Amar Tanna ’99 Neel Tanna ’97 Lexi Kypreos Yost ’99 Bill Shelton

Jennifer Andrews Moore ’96

In memory of Paulette A. Smith

Brooke Hobart Morgan ’03

Kellye Watson Snodgrass ’07

Anne and Hank Paup

Pratibha Tanna

Claire Lawhon Pearce ’01

Brian Tucker ’05

Jimmy Ridell ’70

Grant Underwood ’14

Emelie Andrews Graham '98

Melanie and Ron Rosen

Gloria and Tim Vasquez

Yahya Haque ’08

Paige and Bob Russey in honor of Jeff Hendricks ’93, Erin Hendricks ’95, Alex Russey ’06, Lucas Russey ’10

Holly Horan Vaughn ’79

Joe ’85, Megan ’14, Morgan ’19 and Michael ’23 Gallagher Susan and Rick Genovese Adams-Gibson Charitable Fund: Gary, Vickie, Brian ’93, Kristie Taliaferro ’94, and Grace ’25 Gibson

Haley Harrington ’14 Judy Hobart Cherrie Hamilton Ibbott ’81 Meggan and Drew Jamison Debbie and Larry Kalas Joan and Howard Katz Bradley Kentor ’94 Christine Stucker Klote ’80

In memory of Madhu Satyanarayana ’99: Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld ’99 Grant Brodeur ’99 James Carroll ’98 Lauren Kwedar Cockerell ’99 Drew Darsey ’99 Maya Jhangiani ’96

Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust Tillman Ward Zelime Ward Billy Bob Watt ’10 Holly ’93 and Barney Wiley ’93

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Investing in the Future FALL 2019

Your Support of TVS Can Endure We all have something we are passionate about.

You may be passionate about a place that holds an important spot in your heart, a cause that’s near and dear to you or a charitable organization that you frequently volunteer for.

• Name TVS beneficiary of your retirement account.

Your benefits: These assets pass to us tax-free, allowing us to use the entire amount to support our

But, did you know that you can ensure your support of your passions, like Trinity Valley School, continues even after your lifetime while also receiving tax

• Transfer appreciated stock to TVS. Your benefits: You qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction based on the current fair market value of the securities and are exempt from paying capital gains tax on any increase in their value.

• Create a life income gift.

Your benefits: Depending on the type of gift you

benefits for yourself?

You can—with a planned gift.

Popular Planned Gifts • Include a gift to TVS in your will or living trust.

Your benefits: Retain control of your assets and have the flexibility to change your mind at any time.

students. If passed to your loved ones, they would have to pay income tax when distributions are made from the account.

choose, you can receive stable income for life or for a period of up to 20 years. You may also qualify for a federal income tax charitable deduction in the year you make the gift.

NEED HELP MAKING A PLANNED GIFT? There are many ways you can ensure your support for TVS continues for years to come. Contact Margaret Kramer at kramerm@trinityvalleyschool.org or 817.321.0100 today to learn more about planned giving, or for help finding the perfect gift for you.

Pass Down a Legacy of Giving The greatest gift we can pass down to the next generation is to instill the value of giving back. Showing loved ones that we are part of a larger world—and that what we put into it is what we get out—ensures the next generation understands the importance of philanthropy.

By talking with family members now about your charitable goals, and engaging in acts of service, you become a role model and inspire others to follow your lead.

Start the Conversation Set aside time or use everyday moments to talk about what it means to be charitable.

• Share your vision and goals for TVS and others you are passionate about.

• Ask family members which causes are important to them and how they show support.

• Request that your family members consider their roles in your own charitable giving plans.

Take the Next Step Discuss taking your commitment to the next level.

• Consider volunteer opportunities with organizations, like Trinity Valley School, that your family would like to support.

• Start charitable family traditions.

Solidify Your Plans Discuss ways to fulfill your philanthropic aspirations.

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• Contact us to inquire about volunteering or other ways you can help.

Margaret Kramer Director of Advancement 817.321.0100 kramerm@trinityvalleyschool.org

For more ideas about how to engage younger generations in the act

• Leverage your estate plan to carry out your charitable wishes beyond your lifetime.

of philanthropy, contact us.

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We all have a set of values and beliefs that guide our lives.

Make sure your loved ones are aware of those principles, including your philanthropic intentions, by creating a legacy letter. Our complimentary guide 7 Questions to Help Build Your Legacy can help you get started. Request your copy using the enclosed reply card.

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NICOLE FORBES, DIRECTOR OF EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAMS

Nearly 800 students participated in 2019 Xplore summer programs — 797 to be exact! Eleven weeks of summer camps and classes would not be possible, nor would they be quite as fun, without the help of student counselors. Xplore counselors are TVS Middle and Upper School students interested in having fun, forming friendships, and giving back to the community. This past summer, over 110 students logged more than 2,500 volunteer hours! These counselors helped coaches and instructors with everything from demonstrating activities, teaching new skills, and leading centers to prepping materials, cleaning up messes, and playing games. THANK YOU Xplore counselors!

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CARLA VOGEL, PARENTS' CLUB PRESIDENT I had the pleasure of meeting with my Parents’ Club counterparts from other independent schools in Fort Worth for a casual lunch this fall. We compared notes on everything from structure of our parentassociation boards to activities put on by the various parents’ groups throughout the year.

I thoroughly enjoyed sharing information with other parent presidents and getting new ideas from them. On my drive home, I was thinking about the information shared by others and in particular, the fact that some schools charge a membership fee to join their parents’ association, when it struck me: maybe some TVS families think they have to pay a fee for Parents’ Club or simply do

not know how to “join” Parents’ Club. Maybe there are families that think Parents’ Club membership requires an invitation. Well, the answer is simple: you do not have to pay to join or wait for an invitation. At TVS, every parent is a member of Parents’ Club. The fact that you have a child enrolled at the school is your membership. Moreover, you can participate in Parents’ Club in any manner that works for your schedule. Our goal for TVS Parents’ Club this year is to have parents “all in” when it comes to participation in our school community. Partaking in events or committees that fall under the Parents’ Club umbrella can take many forms; we encourage you to find a way to participate in the TVS community in a way that best fits your family.

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articipate through your Attendance.

Support the many programs and events sponsored by Parents’ Club. Attend the 60th Anniversary Gala this year, or some of the many programs sponsored by TVS TEACH (Training, Enrichment, Awareness,

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Communication, and Health, formerly known as TVS Community Education). TVS Teach is the Parents’ Club committee that works with TVS counselors and division heads to bring speakers and educators to our campus to enlighten students, parents, and faculty alike about current issues and research in education. Heather Breiter, Parents’ Club chair for TVS TEACH, welcomes your suggestions for future programs that would benefit TVS families. TVS TEACH programs are usually free, so participate by attending and connecting with the TVS community.

•P articipate by volunteering your Time. The gift of your time is priceless to the TVS community. I encourage you to allocate some time, whatever you can afford to give this year, to volunteer at school. Work the concession stand one afternoon a week after school as a great way to get to know students in our Middle School and Upper School communities. Serve as a substitute in the cafeteria, or better yet, rally your own small group of friends to volunteer together one shift a month. You can sign up for the same day – for example, the last Friday of the month – as a group for the school year. Amy Buchanan and Stephanie Christopher are the cafeteria coordinators, and they have organized sign-ups through the TVS volunteer website. In addition to the TVS Café, there are myriad volunteer opportunities available for sign-up on the website. Kate Snow and Shelli Eskue are the Parents’ Club co-chairs that monitor the volunteer website. They can assist you if you have difficulty navigating the site (SignUpGenius). Take a minute and look through all the opportunities to volunteer your time and support the TVS community.

• Participate by Giving. Give back in many ways! One is by donating uniforms that no longer fit to Uniform Resale Shop. The bins are located throughout the school for

Above top: Monica Crider and Sarah Evans Middle: Kristie and Brian Gibson Bottom: Trojans shopping the Spirit Trailer at the Back-to-School Fair

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your gently used uniforms. Parents’ Club Uniform Resale Co-Chairs Jen Baker and Autumn McCarthy have done a fabulous job organizing the donations for quick sale. Another way to give is to submit your Annual Fund pledge promptly. Annual Fund Co-Chairs Mindy Hegi and LaToyer Houston are actively working to increase our participation rate in the Annual Fund Campaign. Our teachers, staff, Parents’ Club, and Board of Trustees historically meet the 100% participation mark every year. We would love for the entire TVS community to reach 100% participation as well. The importance of giving is in the act of committing to the school, not in the amount that you give. Feel free to reach out to the Annual Fund co-chairs if you have any questions about pledges. Finally, give your time and resources to our Parents’ Club auxiliary partners.

Support TOE, Athletic Boosters, and Arts Booster Club, groups that provide services to all students at TVS throughout the year.

• P articipate by Communicating.

Communicate the needs you hear regarding our TVS families to TVS Cares Co-Chairs Julie Taylor and Megan Carrell. TVS Cares reaches out to families who may have a need for meals or support during a life event.

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TVS community that we can support through meals. Communicate with the many committees that make up the Parents’ Club Board. You can find the names of 2019-2020 Parents’ Club Board members in the front of the TVS directory. Parents’ Club directory CoChairs Sarah Klein and Paige Bacon organized the distribution of the TVS directories for Parents’ Club this year.

Like membership in Parents’ Club, directories are free to all TVS families.

Still wondering how you can get involved in the Parents’ Club and support your TVS community? Please feel free to reach out to me, or any member of the Parents’ Club Board, and we will find a place for you to plug in and participate in the many programs that support the TVS community. As we mark TVS’s 60th anniversary this year, we acknowledge with appreciation the parents who came before us and who participated in the life of the school to make TVS an outstanding educational institution. We are equally grateful and excited for all our current parents who create our positive and supportive TVS environment. We are happy that you are a member of the Parents’ Club, and we welcome and encourage your participation throughout the year.

With gratitude, CARLA VOGEL Parents’ Club President, 2019-2020

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STRIKING ALL RIGHT CHORDS GENE SESSA, THEATRE DIRECTOR

EVERY WEDNESDAY, AT A LITTLE AFTER ONE IN THE AFTERNOON, TVS FIRST GRADER JODY LIPSCOMB GETS UP AND WALKS OUT OF CLASS. HE LEAVES WITH A LARGE BLACK BINDER AND AN UNMISTAKABLY SHAPED BLACK CASE IN TOW. HE HEADS DOWN TO THE MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSIC PRACTICE ROOM WHERE FOR THE NEXT 25 MINUTES HE HAS A PRIVATE LESSON WITH GRACE KIMBROUGH, A YOUNG WOMAN WHO RECENTLY EARNED HER MA IN MUSIC FROM TCU. JODY IS LEARNING TO PLAY THE VIOLIN.

And he’s not alone. Jody is one of 17 TVS students taking private violin lessons during the school day on campus. The youngest is in kindergarten, and the oldest is in 10th grade.

Many of those who are in Middle School are part of an ensemble which practices together every Wednesday after school. There is also a string quartet of Upper School students which meets and plays once a week.

These string programs are just a few of the many opportunities TVS students have across the divisions to advance in their love for and expertise in the world of music.

The newest and youngest members of the TVS community are no exception. Twice a week, the 32 TVS pre-k students meet with Lower School Music Teacher Pauline Medlin.

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Kindergarten students meet with Medlin four times a week.

Top three images: Pauline Medlin, lower school music teacher Bottom: Grace Kimbrough teaching strings

Working with the older students (first grade and above), Medlin employs a more standardized curriculum inspired by the Orff Schulwerk, a developmental approach used in music education that combines music, movement, and drama into lessons that are very similar to a child’s world of play. Developed in the 1920s

by German composer Carl Orff and his colleague Gunild Keetman, the Orff Approach is now used throughout the world. Students sing, dance, and play a variety of rhythmic instruments, learning basic music concepts and notation, eventually learning to create their own melodies in a comfortable environment that promotes creativity while allowing for mistakes.

Lower School students at TVS are involved in music after school as well. About 40 third and fourth graders make up the choir known as the Trojan Tunes. They practice every Tuesday after classes let out.

There is also a Drum Club of third and fourth graders which has 10 members.

As students move into Middle School, teacher Ashley Owen continues working with them on Orff instruments and the recorder, as well as teaching such skills as reading music notation (sight reading), counting rhythms, and naming pitches. Students are also

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involved in folk dancing and drumming in class. There are some 30 students in the fifthand sixth-grade choir known as the Treble Clefs, and newly formed this year is a seventhand eighth-grade choir which has about 25 students in it.

Alan Buratto, who has taught music at TVS for the past 16 years, also works with Middle School students. The walls in Buratto’s classroom are lined with keyboards, and all seventh and eighth graders who take his class on a fiveweek rotation learn to play and eventually perform a song of their choice. He also works with them on music theory and choral selections which they perform at school assemblies.

In the Upper School, Buratto meets with older students as a class each day to work on sophisticated choral selections, including some classical pieces by such masters as Mozart and Brahms. In addition to performing each December in a Christmas concert and each April at the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest Fine Arts Festival, this group also sings at graduation and other special events. Some of these Upper Schoolers audition for and are chosen to be part of the Texas All-State Choir, which is made up of the top 160 singers from private high schools around the state. Last year, six of those chosen for the regional choir were TVS students. Gage Brazell, then a sophomore, was chosen to perform with the All-State Choir.

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Upper School students also refine their rhythmic skills on percussion instruments as part of the TVS Drumline.

Eighteen of them meet early every Tuesday and Thursday morning to practice with their coach, Joseph Carpenter. He is a professor in the music department at Tarrant County College. The group performs at TVS football games, pep rallies, and other special events. Often they are invited to play at the ISAS Arts Festival in April.

is a Lower School holiday program each December, while first-, second-, and fourth-grade students each present their own short musical during the year. There is a scaled-down fifth- and sixth-grade musical each year, while the seventh- and eighthgrade students perform in a full-length musical. The Tony Award-winning show Oliver, considered by many to be a theatrical masterpiece, will be presented by the Middle School in February of 2020.

National competition is also part of the music program at TVS. Students from all three divisions audition to be part of the Organization of American Kodaly Educators’ Honor Choir each year. Buratto, Owen, and Medlin digitally record singing samples of students which they submit to judges electronically as an audition.

If chosen, students travel in March to join their peers from around the country to sing in a special OAKE concert. Last school year, 30 TVS students went to Columbus, Ohio to participate in this event. This coming spring, the event will be held in Portland, Oregon, and Buratto expects another large number of TVS singers to qualify to attend.

The Upper School also presents a musical each year, always with a live orchestra that often contains a TVS student musician or two.

They tackled the complex Stephen Sondheim show Into the Woods in October.

Other recent shows include The Sound of Music, Sweeney Todd, and Fiddler on the Roof.

Yes, the arts are alive and well at Trinity Valley School, due in large part to the great music program which exists here.

From the time four-year-olds stroll through the doors of pre-k to the day seniors cross the stage to graduate, there is a wide variety of quality music classes, activities, and competitions to challenge TVS students to learn and grow.

TVS students also take to the stage throughout the year to present musical shows. There

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Rick Goggans......................................................... rickcg@aol.com

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Mary Hazelwood Barkley...................mbarkley@canteyhanger.com

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Barney Holland............................. bholland@holland1928.com

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Beth Harwood.............................bethsharwood@hotmail.com Amar Tanna................................................ATanna@barbnet.com

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David Miley....................................................David@TheMileys.net

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Deborah Horan................................................ dlhoran@mac.com

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Jennifer Vigness Hurd..................jennifer.v.hurd@gmail.com

Jennifer Teichelman Yack............jennifer.t.yack@gmail.com

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John Neyland..................................... john.neyland@yahoo.com

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Francie Richardson Allen.......................frallen@aledotravel.com

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Martha Harper.............................................martharents@sbcglobal.net

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Maggie Pine Bellinger....................... mpbellinger@gmail.com

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Carol Stucker Carr................Carol.Carr@northhighland.com

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Lori Hughes Eagleton...................rlmeagleton@earthlink.net

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Christine Stucker Klote......................... christine@s-steel.com

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Walter Stucker ................................walterstucker@yahoo.com

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Janet Kelly....................................................chafterall@gmail.com

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Michael Appleman..........................mgappleman@utexas.edu

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Mark Jones..........................................markjonesmd@gmail.com

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Beth Borders Weese.................... mrsweese2@sbcglobal.net

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Chris Handy...............................................chris@thinkhandy.com

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Margaret Baird ............................margaretkbaird@gmail.com

2007 Kelley Clark.............................................. kelleylclark@gmail.com 2008 Morgan Wade.................. morganmadisonwade@gmail.com 2009 Ellen Clarke.................................... ellenmclarke@sbcglobal.net 2010

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Claire Allen............................................ allen.clairem@gmail.com Chris Morris......................................... cjmorris2015@yahoo.com

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Adrienne Gamez.......................adriennegamez4@gmail.com

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Austin Henyon............................... austinhenyon12@gmail.com

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Madelon Allen.................................... madelonallen@gmail.com

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Macy Clayton.........................................meclayton1@yahoo.com

George Mills.......................................georgemills72@gmail.com

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Ceileigh Holsteen.................................... ceileigh@holsteen.info Cannon Brumley........................... csbrumley@crimson.ua.edu Kailey Dow................................................ kaileydow@yahoo.com

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Angie Elkins Ezell...................................... allezell@hotmail.com Melissa Williams Hoskins............... melissahoskins@me.com

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Allison Byrd............................. AllisonByrd_Byrd1@baylor.edu Emma Stack.........................................emmaastack@gmail.com Luke Vasquez........................................vasquezluke@gmail.com

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Kristie Taliaferro Gibson..................Kristiegibson@sbcglobal.net

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Patrick Pate.................................................... cppatejr@gmail.com

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Brandi Barrett Wubbena................. bbwubbena@gmail.com

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If your email and home addresses are not current with TVS, please update them ASAP by emailing Kathryn Davis at davisks@trinityvalleyschool.org or calling 817-321-0107.

Thank you for staying current with the School!

CLASS OF 1968 Ken Fine and wife Susan are delighted to be grandparents to Ivy Jade Fine, born August 7 in Grand Junction, CO. Ivy was 8 lbs, 2.9 oz and perfect in every way. Ken and Susan live in Hobbs, NM, where he works as a radio broadcast engineer, and she is director of communications at New Mexico Junior College.

CLASS OF 1970 The Class of 1970 is busy making plans for a fun-filled weekend next April at the 60th Anniversary Gala.

Hopefully we will have classmates from the east coast to the west coast and parts in between. Make plans now to be here! (see page 12.)

CLASS OF 1972 Roy Horan writes, “I semi-retired from Walmart and Sam's Club after 27 years in March of 2019. The first seven years I was a buyer for Sam's Club and then spent 20 years at Walmart International, all while living in Bentonville, AR. While with Walmart International, I traveled to over 30 countries including going to China 31 times. Jean and I spent three months in Tokyo in 2007 which was a great time for both of us. We have now been married for over 34 years. We went on a "retirement trip" to Iceland, Norway, Falkland Islands, Shetland Islands, and Scotland in August and had a fantastic time for almost three weeks. I am still an avid half marathoner, logging tons of miles every week. Our daughter Hilary has been married for six years to Harry Lex, and they live in Tucson. She is a director for Fidelity Investments as well as a travel photographer, and he is a pilot. Life is good.” Art Kline says, “The joy of our life is Emmeline Frances Bulla, our first grandchild, who turned two on October 14.” Charley McCluer is proud that there is a third-generation Trojan in the family!

Grandson James Gildner is in kindergarten at Trinity Valley and loving it! James is the son of Cami McCluer Gildner ’01 and her husband Gus.

CLASS OF 1978 Our condolences to the Class of 1978 on the death of their friend and classmate, Tommy Smerke, who passed away on October 11 in Dallas.

CLASS OF 1979 Jennie Henry Cariaga lives in Fort Worth. She has three children and one grandchild, all currently living in the Oklahoma City area. Carroll Cole Kobs shares, “I’ve been married to Jeff Kobs for 33 years. We are presently enjoying our new role as grandparents (an 18-month old grandson and two granddaughters born by 2020).

Additionally, I continue to work in the Middle East in both Jordan and Israel as an archaeologist for three months each year. I will start my 16th consecutive year this winter as Assistant Dig Director in Jordan as well as being on staff for seven years on a dig project in northern Israel each summer. We are avid TCU fans, and Jeff enjoys hosting and cooking for his tailgates during home games.”

Locke Williams writes, “My wife Donna, formerly Wood (AHHS class of 1979), and I will soon be celebrating our 37th wedding anniversary. I graduated from Texas Tech School of Law in 1987 and practiced law in Fort Worth for a few years before moving to Corvallis, Oregon in 1992. We have three wonderful daughters: Alden (age 30, single), Parker (age 26, married) and Carson (age 24, engaged). All three have obtained their undergraduate degrees and are embarked on successful professional careers. I do not, as yet, have any grandchildren. Donna is the Director of Conference Services at Oregon State University and I have been a state trial court judge on the Benton County Circuit Court since 2002. I am currently one of the top 20 longest-serving trial court judges in the state. We love where we live and enjoy camping, hiking and travel as much as our schedules will allow. Our oldest daughter, Alden, lives is in Birmingham, Alabama, and our other two daughters live in Oregon. We will likely stay in Oregon after we retire, but we are open to relocating at that time to wherever fate takes us. I hope everyone has a wonderful 40th reunion and enjoys much catching up with our amazing classmates.”

CLASS OF 1981 John Fahy writes, “Liz and I now have four kids at TVS. So now our family life revolves around everything TVS. Eric and Jack were very excited to be admitted this year as fifth-grade Middle School students and are doing well. They don’t mind the additional homework.

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Mary is a seventh grader and Anna is a ninth grader.”

Walter Stucker shares, “The Stucker family is neck deep in educational pursuits. Our daughter Elizabeth ’16 is now a senior at Baylor, and is getting a degree in accounting as well as an English degree. Our son Max ’18 is in Redmond, Washington, where he is currently a sophomore at DigiPen Institute of Technology (he made the dean's list last year). Max is studying for a BA in video game design and plans to be a game developer.

Last year, Ronda went to the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and became a Graduate Gemologist!

CLASS OF 1982 Ken Blakely continues to live the easy life of a retiree after 32 years in the Army. This past year he walked the Camino de Santiago and went on diving expeditions to the Great Lakes, Ireland, and Truk Lagoon. Ken lives in Williamsburg, VA now - an easy three-block walk to the College of William and Mary (Master of Computer Science, 2003) and Colonial Williamsburg. If any 1982 grads are in the area, you are invited to stay with Ken! Carl Droste gives an update: “Married to my wife, Tammy, for the last 26 years. My son, Michael, is going to Richland College, and my daughter, Megan, just graduated high school and attends Texas State University. I work for Cisco Systems as a Software Engineering Manager for the BroadWorks VoIP product. I still enjoy writing and have completed my third novel. I self-published my first, Saint Jim, and I’m working to get representation for the other two.” Joel Livet shares, “I got married two years ago. We had a destination wedding with family/friends in Antigua which was awesome. Happily married but no kids or plans to have kids, so much of our energy is on work and travel. I've got two technology companies I started many years ago - Productive Edge and ThinkTime. One company focuses on technology consulting and the other retail SaaS. They keep us both very busy. Our new hobby is kitesurfing. We've traveled to kitesurf all over the world - Aruba, Turks & Caicos, Tarifa in Spain, Antigua, and most recently Cabarete in the Domincan Republic is our favorite spot. It's a great workout and safer than it seems if you take the proper precautions.

Currently living in Chicago but I make it back to Texas from time to time. My wife is Malaysian and we took a trip in October to visit her family for three weeks.”

CLASS OF 1983 From Sandra: TVS will be celebrating 60 years at an allschool gala on Saturday, April 18, 2020. It will be a blacktie affair at the Fort Worth Zoo. I hope everyone in our class will make the effort to attend this event where you will see so many members of the TVS family. Watch your

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email for ticket information, and buy quickly, see page 12.

I am looking for ideas of how our class can also have a get together that weekend - maybe lunch Saturday or brunch Sunday to include families since the gala will be adults only. What would you like to do? Email me at skshome@ aol.com. Please save the date and join us for this fun weekend! Stephanie Hassler Jeffers reports, “My family is doing well. We still live in Aledo on a small farm with a horse, a donkey, and some chickens and ducks. Thing 1 is enrolled at TCC studying Criminal Justice. Thing 2 is a Junior at Aledo HS. He wants to study Culinary Arts and got to travel to Italy over the summer with his class. Mom is still plugging away. She lives close to where I now work, so that's been great. In January, I purchased a stainedglass art store called the Merry Go Round. It's on the west side of Fort Worth, and I am learning all about the retail business. It's a steep learning curve, but totally worth it to keep the area's only stained-glass supply shop in business. Ms. Mulroy, a TVS art teacher, is one of my best customers, and it's been fun to see what glass art the TVS kids are making. They are SO creative. I still occasionally participate in dog and cat rescue, and one of my latest fosters went to Shannon Thomas Worrell's parents. It has been great to help some pups get new homes, and I got to see her as a bonus!” Dixon Osburn and Jeremy Hodder were married on March 1, their 16th anniversary, at Nicholson Ranch Winery in Sonoma, CA. Jeremy is a designer in San Francisco and Dixon is director of the Center for Justice and Accountability, which litigates atrocity crimes against the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, the Assad regime in Syria and others. Our deepest condolences to Joy Thomas, whose father passed away earlier this year.

CLASS OF 1984 Stephen Hewitt and daughter Merritt competed in the Scullers Head of the Potomac in Child/Parent Doubles in September. Merrill is a junior at the Field School in Washington, DC. The college hunt has begun! Tracy Redfearn Matheson and David ’83 have experienced the sending off of the youngest child. Tracy shares, “Max ’19 is a freshman at Texas A&M and seems to have consumed the Aggie koolaid. Ben continues to take classes at TCC and works at the FW Zoo. Nick and Elizabeth are loving their home and life in Fort Worth. I am discovering that running a non-profit can be a full-time job and am thrilled that Project Beloved is making a positive impact with Beloved Bundles and Soft Interview Rooms. We are especially grateful to TVS alum, Representative Craig Goldman ’87, for his leadership and commitment to seeing that House Bill 3106 made it to the Governor’s desk and that Molly Jane’s Law is law in Texas.”

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CLASS OF 1985 Liz Perez Azerad has completed her travels and has returned home to Fort Worth. Her youngest is in the fourth grade at TVS. She recently founded The Healing Path, which provides emotional, dietary, and spiritual support to people moving through illness, trauma, or those seeking a new vision or clarity. You can find her at www.thehealingpathtx.com. When Liz is not training to compete nationally in TaeKwonDo, she enjoys hiking; she completed 200 miles on the Colorado Trail this summer.

She looks forward to reconnecting with classmates who pass through Cowtown. Joe Gallagher reports that his daughter Megan ’14 graduated from TCU in May with her master’s in accounting, passed the four parts of her CPA exam, and started work with KPMG in Fort Worth in August. His second daughter, Morgan ’19, graduated TVS in May and is a freshman at TCU. His son, Michael, is a freshman at TVS and playing JV football. Also, at TVS Founders Day this year celebrating the 60th anniversary, he ran into classmate Elizabeth Perez Azerad who also is a TVS parent now. Stephanie Jackson is in Philadelphia, finishing the proof-of-concept stage of her new business, Practical Sanctuary (practicalsanctuary. com). They specialize in sensory interior design, for the highly sensitive and neurodiverse. She gives talks about neurodiversity and design, and reviews spaces for sensory accessibility on Instagram. Check out the free e-course, the Eccentric Genius Habitat Intervention!

Stephanie’s daughter, Olivia, is in fifth grade at Frankford Friends School, and has her own YouTube channel where she posts original animations. Stephanie’s hopes that Olivia would become a software engineer or investment banker instead of an artist like her mama have been dashed. Joy Menefee recently celebrated a birthday with her kids and they actually took a picture. Zoë is a senior in high school and Zach is a freshman. Joy works in the technology department at Equifax and they live in Atlanta, where it was still 95 degrees at the end of September! (Look at Zach in his Colonial shirt in the photo!) Kelly Thomas Purselley has a new nickname, Gammie, to grandbaby Landry. She is almost two years old and according to Kelly, she’s perfect. Landry has brought much life and joy to the Purselley family, who are all madly in love with her. Kelly is the VP of Development for Voice of Judah Israel, a Messianic Jewish ministry in southern Israel. Kelly’s two daughters, Ally and Morgan, are beautiful, kind, and lovely in every way and she has a “son-in-love” named Corbin who just graduated from college. Videhi (Kelley) Rainwater moved to Santa Fe where she lives with her partner, David, and three dogs.

She works as an executive consultant at Los Alamos labs in a semi-retired fashion. She is writing a book and

more…visit her website kelleyrainwater.com. Janet Kelly Yalden lives in Murrells Inlet, SC with her husband Jeff and their three dogs. Janet’s mom, Sofia Kelly, lives close by; some of you might remember Sof feeding TVS students waffles and ice cream late at night and/or her pre-Padre Island breakfasts. Sofia Kelly is 93 years old and still lives on her own (with Janet watching through Amazon cloud cameras!). Janet is a dog show judge for the Australian Shepherd Club of America and works as an assistant to her husband, Jeff, who is a motivational speaker specializing in suicide prevention (www.thejyf. org). Janet’s son Devin (26) recently purchased his first home in Hunstville, AL, where he works for Dynetics as a software developer. Colin (24) works at a custom porch swing shop in Charleston, SC.

CLASS OF 1986 Peter Louree sent a photo of his family on vacation in Colorado this summer. Ron Robertson wrote, "My wife Kirsten and I are doing well. Daughter Kendyll is growing faster than we can buy new clothes. She is about to turn 13 and started participating in GEMUN this year, which is essentially a model UN." Susan Parrish Smith wrote, "The Smiths are still loving Australia, so much so that we’ve obtained dual citizenship! My husband was also granted national security and will be working at the Australian Tax Office (ATO=IRS) for at least a year." Jay Trietsch checked in to say that his youngest will graduate high school in 2032 – just a year ahead of my (Michael Appleman’s) sons, who are in the TVS Class of 2033. Sam and James are in the new TVS pre-kindergarten, which puts them among the candidates to be Trinity Valley’s first 14-year students upon graduation in 2033. Richard Wolfe says, "Audrey is now in third grade at TVS, which she is really enjoying."

Sallie McIlheran Wunner recently returned to Germany after a couple of years in Fort Worth. Sallie taught various levels of drawing classes at TCU and lived with her mother, whose health was in decline. Her husband Johannes visited frequently from their home in Freising, Germany. Upon the death of Mrs. McIlheran in 2018, Sallie and Johannes returned permanently to Germany. Sallie is busy with her artwork and was recently invited by the Austrian city of Steyr to have a solo exhibition of her artwork in the Palace Gallery (Schloßgalerie Steyr) there. The opening will be June 2, 2020, and the exhibit will hang for four weeks.

Sallie says that it is a very beautiful space, and it is a huge honor to be asked to show there. The former Director of the Academy of Applied Arts in Vienna, Dr. Heinz Adamek, who has been a mentor to Sallie for many years, will curate this show, and the mayor of Freising will travel to Steyr to meet with that city’s mayor. Congratulations, Sallie, on a tremendous accomplishment!

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CLASS OF 1987 Jon Engelke writes, “The Engelke family still lives in far southwest Arlington in the same house Lynette and I got fresh out of A&M back in ’92. We gobbled up a few acres around us over the years so the subdivisions can only get so close; it’s nice to have a little elbow room! Devin ’15, our oldest son, is in his final semester at UT Dallas getting a bachelor’s in game design and a minor in English and marketing; he’s definitely ready to graduate in December and join the “real world.” Zander is a senior at TVS this year and looking to pursue a photography degree starting next year. We did the whole college tour thing over the summer up in Chicago and New York; he’s ready to be up north and out of the Texas heat. We’ll see how he likes it up there after a couple winters. Lynette is the Director of Marketing and Admissions at The Montessori Academy in Arlington; it’s the same school Devin and Zander attended from 18 months through sixth grade.

It’s a whole lot easier for Lynette now that Zander is driving, so she doesn’t have to do the Arlington-to-TVS round trip twice a day! I just recently hit 24 years with the same company, AECOM. I’m a civil engineer by degree and profession, but it’s been many years since I’ve signed and sealed any drawings. I cover North America in a specific niche market delivering design-build and publicprivate transportation projects. Generally, our (mostly) engineering company teams up with a contractor and pursues very large highway, bridge, transit and aviation projects. Some local examples include the North Tarrant Express project in north Fort Worth, SH 161 in Grand Prairie, and SH 130 down east of Austin. Recently I’ve been back and forth to Canada providing oversight on a transit project in Montreal extending their light rail system 65km for about $5 billion, and in Windsor where we are designing the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a new international crossing between Detroit and Windsor worth about $2.5 billion. I also worked a year in the Middle East on similar-sized projects. I really enjoy being a civil engineer delivering massive transportation projects that I believe will positively impact literally millions of people going into the future. I hope everyone has a great rest of 2019 and looks forward to great things in 2020!”

CLASS OF 1988 Jake Epker and family live in Mobile, AL. Noah, 16, is now driving; Evie, 14, gets driven to school by Noah!!!! Jake and Melissa have lost some of their chauffeur duties.

They are still busy with sports/activities, work, and as much play as they can squeeze in. Molly Guynn Jones and Dan have three daughters: Abby, 21, at OU; Aidan, 15, at Paschal; and Emily, 18, who just started her freshman year at Emory University. Molly is an interior designer

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and commutes to LA weekly. The Joneses have a pet rabbit named Hercules!!!! Soraya Choudhry Joslin’s son Charlie is a sophomore at TVS and is #54 on the football team!!! Brant Martin shared a photo from the first day of school with Campbell (eighth grade), Davis (sixth grade), and William (third grade). Natalie is a room mom for third grade, and they spend lots of time at volleyball and lacrosse games. Chris Miller and family still live in Southlake; his children are 12, 10, and 7. The family visited the south of France and Italy over the summer! Kathryn Davis Stevens and children Quinton, 17, and Sabine, 10, live outside DC in Northern Virginia. Kathryn is with USAID and leads the internal communications team.

Her side hustle is teaching yoga, and she was certified to teach Hatha last year. Quinton is a junior in HS at Deerfield Academy in Massachussetts and is a soccer goalie. Sabine is in fifth grade and loves fencing and basketball. Jenny Lesok Westermann’s sons are both in college. Joe is at the New School in NYC, where he is a freshman at the College of Performing arts with a focus on stage direction. Austin is a Bevo Handler at the University of Texas. Beth Borders Weese shared a photo of the three besties reconnecting in Gulf Shores, AL. SIGHTINGS: Michelle Block lives in Dallas and teaches at Hockaday and looks beautiful! Stephanie Drews lives in Dallas and is fabulous and works in commercial real estate. Shannon Griggs looks young and gorgeous at lives in Fort Worth. Paul Kocurek lives in Dallas and loves fancy coffee, beer, and flying drones! Leslie LeMond lives in Mansfield and has a super-busy creative career doing events, and her daughter Samantha, 9, is magical and beautiful!! Claire Langford Stevens lives in Austin and has two great boys and works as an attorney – smart and a beauty! The Class of 1988 had an awesome reunion at Brant’s house last fall, and everyone looks like no time has passed!

CLASS OF 1989 Julie Lewis Bishop writes, “I am teaching world geography to seventh graders this school year. I taught special education for two years, after one year teaching South Carolina history to eighth graders. I love it! My love of history, government, and social studies was definitely sparked by Mr. Kramer, Dr. Shelton, Mr. Seleny, and Mr. Fleming in high school at TVS. They made the curriculum come alive! I am serving my second term as an Elder on the Board of our church, Easley Presbyterian. I enjoy it very much. I recently joined a book club called ‘Chic Lits’ and I’m excited about it! Our family recently moved to a different neighborhood within our town of Easley, SC. We wanted to be closer to the high school where we currently have three children enrolled. Our oldest,

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Preston, turned 18 on October 11, and plays football at school. He is the center on the offensive line. He was selected to attend ‘South Carolina’s Boy’s State’ in June.

He is applying to colleges, but has his heart set on being the third generation in my husband’s family to attend Clemson University next fall. Our twins, Ella and Will, are 16. Will plays football on the JV team and plays linebacker.

He is very serious and studious. Ella is our social butterfly.

She loves hanging out with her friends and watching her brothers’ football games. She prepares for social events weeks ahead of time and loves it. We are going on a mother-daughter trip to NYC in December to celebrate her 16th birthday. Our youngest, Margaret, is 12 and in seventh grade. She enjoys cheering for her middle school football team and continues to survive being the baby of four!! Kevin has worked for Senator Lindsey Graham for over 22 years now. He serves as communications director. He enjoys this job immensely. Our life is busy and full. We are grateful for the few quiet moments and times of rest!” Sarah Layne Cronin and Anita White traveled to Norway this summer to visit Pam Patrick Wurschmidt. It was a fabulous trip! Sarah’s son Zac is a freshman at the University of Miami, where he is studying architecture and having a great time. Sarah and Jim are adjusting to being empty nesters. Marian Mayo DeMott’s daughter Ella graduated from high school in June and is now at UT as a biochemistry major. Son Willing is 17 and a senior, and Turner, 14, is a freshman. Briggs is 12 and in seventh grade. Meggan Laird Duncan reports that daughter Sarah Hadley graduated from the University of Arkansas in May and got married in June in Rogers/ Bentonville, Arkansas. She and her husband, Daniel, are living and working in Dallas. Elizabeth is a sophomore at TCU and loving it, and Davis is a senior at Aledo....hoping to be a Horned Frog next fall. Meggan still loves her job at TCU, and Phil is with FedEx. Doreen Schussler Landrum shares, “Jack (19) spent the last year in Israel and got back to Texas in June. He's going to school at Texas State University, doing AFROTC, working at the airport, and flying with Erik (yes, Jack's holding a kangaroo in that picture). Ellie (17) is a senior and is busy with college apps and cross-country/soccer and working as a lifeguard.

Erik is still flying, and my practice is busy. The countdown to empty nest has begun... We went to visit Jack in Israel and visited Jordan as well (family pic is at Petra).

Also, I’m including a pic from a mini-reunion Amber Anderson Mostyn, Amy Plattsmier and I had in Austin a few months ago. Yoga, Indian food, and wine - with a soundtrack worthy of the class of '89.” Shireen Razack is doing great things in Hollywood! She says, “The second season of New Amsterdam premiered in September on NBC. I am a writer/co-executive producer on the show.

I hope everyone will watch this season; it’s going to be an awesome ride!” Shireen! That is too cool. Everyone tune in on Tuesday nights after This Is Us! Geoff Scovil bragged on buddy Thomas Travis, who just concluded his 15th season coaching the Louisville Collegiate Soccer Zons, having personally founded Kentucky's premier high school girls’ soccer program 19 seasons ago. During his tenure, the Zons have impressively amassed an approximate .600 winning percentage, with a record of 153-95-15. His defense-minded team has allowed fewer than 600 goals over the course of his coaching career.

Coach Travis's teams have performed their best against their archrivals, including a sterling 16-5 record against Kentucky Country Day School. Thomas looks forward to celebrating the program's 20th season next year!

CLASS OF 1990 As we approach our 30th reunion, the Class of 1990 continues to flourish. Mark Droste is now working for Hunt Refining in Tuscaloosa, AL. His two daughters are at NC State and the Univ. of Alabama. His son is an over-achieving junior in high school doing band, choir, and robot team. Joy Tassin Kaiser may be the busiest woman in Fort Worth. Her oldest, Tabitha, 20, is working on her undergraduate degree in linguistics at UT. In high school she was a Youth Ambassador for Sister Cities and went to Nagaoka, Japan, as a Harashin Scholar. Leo, 18, is a senior at Paschal and considering entering Catholic seminary after graduation. Genevieve, 16, is a junior at Paschal. She’s in the Vagabonds and has appeared in several plays and musicals. Rebecca, 14, is an eighth grader at the Applied Learning Academy, and the youngest, Charlotte, 9, is in fourth grade at J.T. Stevens Elementary. There is a lot of musical talent in Joy’s family and different ones do choir, orchestra, and piano. Ray Slanina has made a bold career move this year into the US Foreign Service, where he is an economic and political advisor at the Embassy in Guyana. Next stop Belgrade!! He has a beautiful fouryear-old daughter. Teresa Morris Thomas is the empty nest reflection of joy. She is still in D.C. with her husband, who will soon be ordained as an Episcopal priest.

Congratulations! Her three sons are all out of school now and entering the grown-up work world. She is working on her master’s degree and heads up two programs at the MITRE Corporation focused on hiring people on the autism spectrum into cybersecurity roles. If anyone is interested in that field, she would be glad to connect over LinkedIn. As for me, George Mills, I am still working at All Saints hospital here in Fort Worth. My beautiful wife survived last year and is thriving. My son, Andrew, is loving it in his first year of law school at William and

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Mary. He saw White House Counsel Don McGahn the first day and has an inappropriate, but funny, story I will only tell in person. My daughter, Allison, has started high school at our beloved TVS, where she does her best to not be recognized as the child of an alumnus. P.S. Kenneth Stanley was too busy to write. He is currently chasing hurricanes and saving lives in the Houston area.

He says not to worry as he was always the strongest of all of us.

CLASS OF 1991 Congrats to Tom Clarke, who shares wonderful news: “My wife, Heather, and I adopted a baby boy. Weston Vincent Clarke was born June 2. He has the sweetest demeanor and the most radiant smile. Other exciting news is that I am adding teaching to my resume, and this fall I have started teaching photography part time at The Hun School of Princeton. I sometimes think I hear Mr. Fleming laughing from the great beyond at this news.” Doug Wiley reports that life is busy in Denver!

Daughter Carley is a senior and deciding which college she will attend. Cameron is a sophomore and Ansley a freshman, and son Brooks is in sixth grade.

CLASS OF 1992 My son Christopher Thornton ’19 graduated from TVS in May and is now attending George Washington University. With one gone, I decided to start all over, and in June of this year, I became a father for the second time with the birth of my son, Everett Reeves Thornton.

Everyone told me that having another child would keep me young, but thus far it does not feel like the fountain of youth. Other than parenthood, I am still working as a licensed investigator and am very focused on my preemployment screening and background checks firm.

CLASS OF 1994 Chris Belfi and wife Marcie have two daughters, Reese (fourth grade) and Tegan (first grade). The Belfis live in Aurora, NY, which is in the Fingerlakes region of upstate NY. Priya Chouhan McMorrow shares that she, Josh, Ben (11), and Lily (9) have extended their European adventure with their recent move from Zug, Switzerland to Berlin, Germany. Josh leads the legal department of a Berlinbased company and Priya works from home. The family is excited to be in Berlin, and they enjoy exploring the city.

CLASS OF 1995 Ryan Cargill, his wife, Sidney, and their children Ryder, Smith, and Indy moved back to Austin from Houston in 2016 and are "there to stay." Erin Hendricks is still practicing law in Dallas. She shared a photo of her children Zain (3 1/2), Lily (81/2), and Mila (11). Andy Pritchett's daughter,

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Maddie ’19, is on an equestrian scholarship with the TCU equestrian team. The team consists of 43 riders who compete on a weekly basis to get one of just five spots on the competitive roster. Andy is very proud to report that Maddie was chosen to ride against SMU and won her first collegiate point for TCU on a very feisty horse!

CLASS OF 1996 Markus Kypreos finally has both kids at TVS (Max in kindergarten and Nikole in third grade). His company, Blackland Distillery, recently signed a distribution agreement with Ben E. Keith, and he has now rolled out to 70 liquor stores in DFW; bars and restaurants are coming soon. He is overworked, stressed, and running on fumes, but he loves every minute of it and doesn't miss the law at all.

CLASS OF 1997 David Kostohryz and his sister Jenny Kostohryz Rosell ’95 are co-chairs for TVS’s year-long 60th Anniversary celebration. The main event will be the Gala on April 18th at the Fort Worth Zoo – see page 12. David’s kids are, of course, happy TVS students. Thomas is in third grade and Avery is in fourth. Sarah Bessire Florsheim’s girls are also enjoying their time at TVS. Raegan is in fourth grade and Lilly is in second. Like David and Sarah, Justin Mund also has a girl, Ever, in fourth grade at TVS. Ever is taking dance, keeping up with cheer, and learning tennis like her mom. Justin’s other daughter, Lexi, is a junior and is starting the college search process. She’s also looking forward to catching in softball for Coach Rodriguez in the spring. Justin and his wife Stacey are still running their dental practice. They recently hired an associate, which has freed up Justin’s schedule so that he has more time for the kids’ school and sports (and some golf for himself). Hollin Shaw McWilliams’s daughter Hunter is a fifth grader at TVS. Hollin and the family dogs, Bear and Blondie, often make carpool appearances. Hollin is still working in the oil and gas sector and her husband Matt is staying busy in real estate, including ranch sales.

Nina Saksena Asrani is still practicing as a cardiologist in Fort Worth with Consultants in Cardiology. Her husband Sumeet is practicing at Baylor Dallas. Their four kids are all in school in Southlake. Their twins, Aditi and Anjali, are 10; Anya is 8, and Arjun is 6. Neel Tanna recently switched things up. He left Yost Funds, took some time off from working, and traveled a lot. When he was in Long Island, he played a round of golf with Duff Blair and James Carroll ’98 (see photo). He moved from Fort Worth to Dallas where he is working for a new fund.

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is 5. She volunteers a lot at their schools. Jody Bohnsack Clark, husband Brandon, and their three girls are still in McKinney. Emily is 15, Taylor is 13, and Colbie is 9. After working in elementary and middle schools for 18 years, Jody is now working as a counselor at Memorial High School in Frisco and is loving the change. Moving on to the out-of-staters, Patrick Wright is still practicing as a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and lives in Ridgeland, Mississippi. His daughter Mary Gayle is nearly 9 and his son Beau is 6. Erica Steele Adams is still in Oregon with husband Chris and daughter Penelope. Penelope just turned 4 and is having a great time in preschool. Erica is the Senior Communications Strategist for Comagine Health in Portland. Courtney Pestarino Orrock and husband Chad welcomed a little girl, Collins Hope, on August 2. They still live in Las Vegas where Courtney was the VP of Finance for Wyndham Destinations.

She resigned to stay home with Collins. I, Nancy Park Minkler, am still in California with my family. We moved last summer from Arnold, a small town in the mountains, to Murphys, a small town in the foothills. Our boys Eliot, who is 4, and Julian, 18 months, are having fun in our new location, which is across the street from an idyllic park with an idyllic creek running through it. My husband Michael is the general manager of our county’s water agency. I still have my own law practice and celebrated my first Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals victory this year.

CLASS OF 1998 Robyn Bairrington purchased a home earlier this year in Benbrook on Whitestone Golf Course. She writes, “I’m still enjoying my job with GM Financial and enjoy spending time with my girl Coco (my four-legged child). The most exciting adventure I had this summer was going deep-sea fishing for the first time.” Mary Hazelwood Barkley reports I am excited to report that both of my children—Sarah (4th grade) and Hix Barkley (pre-k) —Are now attending TVS. We are happy to be part of the inaugural Pre-K class along with Caroline Moler (daughter of Kathleen Motheral Moler) and Anders Voxland (son of Michael Voxland) and many other alumni. I am still practicing law full time at Cantey Hanger in Fort Worth and enjoy seeing all of our local TVS alumni on a regular basis. Felicia Bertch is currently a full-time professor and the head of the BFA acting program at The University of Texas at Arlington. She also continues to work professionally as a theatre artist and model in DFW and around the nation, most recently having returned from directing a show in the Chicago area. James Carroll married Holland Burian on June 29 in Colorado. They met working at PwC and were on an

audit team together. Holland is from Palo Alto, CA and attended SMU. The Carrolls have both moved on from the audit world: Holland works in the Dallas office of a California-headquartered industrial developer, and James is running the family restaurant and real estate business with his father. Holland and James live in the M Streets in Dallas. Congrats to the Carrolls! Julie Kennedy Gonzales is living in Fort Worth with husband Anthony.

Their daughter Carly is enjoying cheerleading and playing field hockey as a seventh grader this year at TVS. Haley Powell Kelly and husband, Farrell, are the proud parents of a baby girl, Alice Mirabel, born March 2. They live in the DC area, and Haley is the Manager of Institutional Giving at Strathmore, a multi-disciplinary arts center. Kathleen Motheral Moler and husband Jimmy recently moved back to Fort Worth and are delighted that daughter Caroline is in the inaugural pre-k class at Trinity Valley!

Caroline loves being a Trojan! Idi Ohikhuare is living in Miami, Florida with his brother Ike ’99 and his parents.

He spends his time helping out the family and exploring the beauty of Latin-fusion culture in the United States here in Miami. Jessica Mills Reckamp is still living in Indianapolis but recently switched jobs and now works for Indiana University Health Plans as the director of member experience. She would love to see anyone if they find themselves in Indianapolis! Jessica shared a photo of her son that was recently featured in all of the promotional material for the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Aislinn Goodman Rehwinkel shares, "We still live in beautiful Pensacola, Florida with our two kids - our son, Reed, is 13 and going into high school next year (yikes!), and our daughter Maren is in third grade. My husband, Drew, and I run a wedding photography studio (Aislinn Kate Photography) with a team of eight, and about a year and a half ago opened a second studio (Wave Photo) that focuses on family portraits and corporate work all along the Gulf Coast (from Rosemary Beach/30A/ Destin through coastal Alabama). We spend our free time at the beach, cycling, or taking our RV out west to the Rocky Mountains." J.B. Strong is in his third year as an attorney with the City of Fort Worth. He enjoys being part of making his hometown a great place to live. He and his wife, Emily, spent a lot of their time this fall at the soccer fields. All three of the kids play with FWYSA, and J.B. coaches his son’s team. Their oldest children, Wyatt and Abigail, are enjoying their second year at TVS and are hoping their little sister, Eleanor, joins them next fall for kindergarten. Stasia Raines Walker and her family moved from Denver to Dallas last year after discovering they were pregnant with boy/girl twins. Jack and June just turned one in August, and their older sister, Scout, turned two in May. Needless to say, things are a bit rowdy

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at the Walker home. Last year, Stasia also quit her job as the founder/director of the Outdoor Industry Association Future Leadership Academy to stay home mostly fulltime with her tiny zoo. She also spent the last 10 years pursuing a master’s in clinical psychology part-time at Denver Seminary and now is able to finish her training at Sparrow House Counseling Center in Dallas where she works with adults on a very part-time basis. Jacob Zide is doing great things: he is an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon at Orthopedic Associates of Dallas, and has been married since 2015 to Karina. Their son Samuel was born June 2018, and they are expecting a daughter soon.

CLASS OF 1999 Melissa Reeder and her husband, Garin Fons, welcomed their son, Owen Wilder Reeder Fons, on May 9. Born happy and healthy in Salt Lake City, UT, Owen joined his parents for his first mountain hike a week later and continues to be an active and curious little adventurer.

CLASS OF 2000 Sarah Murphey Davis and her husband Alan are settling into a routine after adopting their three children from Ukraine 17 months ago. Danny (12), Lera (10), and Svetlana (8) are biological siblings from Mariupol in Donetsk Oblast. They had a lot of fun over the summer in several camps at TVS. After spending 12 years with the DA’s office, Dawn Newell Ferguson has joined the Fulgham Hampton Law Group whose office is on Vickery. Dawn specializes in criminal defense, and the firm also does personal injury and employment law.

CLASS OF 2002 Jennifer Vigness Hurd and husband Owen welcomed daughter Beverly Anne on May 10 in Fort Worth. She weighed 9 lb. 5 oz and was 21 inches long. Beverly joins brother Charles, who turns 2 on November 22. Congrats to the Hurds!

CLASS OF 2003 Olivia Cosby is still enjoying Austin with her husband, Nico Martinez, their daughter, Lucy, and their two dogs.

They both work for the City of Austin and are planning to travel to Mexico City for their anniversary this fall.

Lucy celebrated her first birthday in August! Robley Evans Sicard is currently a staff attorney for Chief Justice Bonnie Sudderth at the Second District Court of Appeals in Fort Worth. Her husband Brad Sicard is a civil engineer at Peloton Land Solutions and was one of the lead engineers involved with the development of the Shops at Clearfork. Their two boys, Charlie and Warren, go to Playhouse Academy preschool.

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CLASS OF 2005 Natalie Lawhon Boenker shares, “We welcomed Heidi Katherine (named after fellow alum, Katie Teichelman Price) on April 10 of this year. She was joyfully welcomed at home by her siblings, Royar, Davidson, and Isabelle.

Our hearts (and hands!) are full, and we are thankful for our precious children.”

CLASS OF 2006 Rebecca Rogers Berg is now working as an OBGYN in Fort Worth. Daughter Hannah is 19 months old.

Simon Gooch married Elizabeth (Bess) Rystrom on December 8, 2018, at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Tyler Shults ’05 was a groomsman. Simon works as an Upper School English teacher at Episcopal Collegiate School in Little Rock.

Bess is an attorney at a Little Rock law firm. Tracey Melina Grant and her husband Craig bought their first house this April in Tempe, AZ. They took a trip to Italy and France to celebrate their seventh wedding anniversary this fall! Craig Henry was recently promoted to the rank of Sergeant within the Texas Highway Patrol Division of the Texas Department of Public Safety. He is assigned to the Capitol Region in Austin, TX. He and his wife Christine recently welcomed their third daughter, Lillian Henry. She joins big sisters Emery (3) and Harper (4). Meredith Bratton Jones and her family are loving Waxahachie, and Cason and Emery just began twoday-per-week preschool. They will be four in January.

The family had to say goodbye to their first baby, Sam (a boxer), in June, but they were able to adopt a new boxer named Beau shortly after. He is full of energy and snuggles! James Russell says, “Journalism is treating me well, to the extent a field where everyone hates you constitutes well. I just finished covering my third state legislative session. I regularly chatted up Rep. Craig Goldman '87. I also was delighted to run into Craig Henry. I write for and interview plenty of other Trojans while writing about art, architecture, cities and politics. I am also open to freelancing opportunities.”

Tyler Roberts has two beautiful daughters: Lydia is 2, and Claire was born April 9 and is a great addition to the family. Barrett Robin started a new job as a litigation associate at DLA Piper in Dallas in May. Cameron Spencer married Kelsey Aschenbeck on October 12 at the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin. They honeymooned in France and Italy, and then returned to Seattle where they already lived.

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2000 Lera Davis | Svetlana Davis 2002 Beverly Hurd

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CLASS OF 2007 Since graduating from Texas A&M, Emma Risinger has been working as a chemical engineer in Houston.

Outside of work, she stays busy with her family of adopted animals - two dogs and two cats - and enjoys CrossFit and sand volleyball in her free time.

CLASS OF 2009 Ryan Risinger has recently returned to the Metroplex from Austin to work at Z Technologies, an industrial automation company.

CLASS OF 2011 Stephanie Culwell reports, “William Chilton and I got married on March 23, 2019 here in Fort Worth. I am working as a trauma surgery physician assistant at John Peter Smith (JPS) Hospital, which is challenging, exciting, and an amazing opportunity to learn. William works for a local father and son ministry called Pure Adventure. It has been fun for the both of us to experience Fort Worth growth since returning two years ago.” Craig Shook shares, “I graduated from NYU this spring with my master’s in higher education and student affairs. I got a job at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) as the program coordinator for Fraternity and Sorority Life and moved out here over the summer. Before leaving my job at Stevens Institute of Technology, I was awarded the Campus Impact Award which is chosen by students to recognize a staff member who has had a significant positive impact on the student experience.” Jenny Torres married Isaias Quintanilla in March. Her sisters Abby Torres ’16 and Lesdy Torres ’18 served as her bridesmaids.

CLASS OF 2013 Drew Bessinger married Ben Cody ’12 in August 2017.

They recently bought a house in Round Rock and both work in Austin, Drew as a CPA with Deloitte and Ben as a software engineer at Babylon Health. Mabry Jackson was officially designated a Naval Aviator in September after two years of flight training in South Texas flying the T-6B Texan II and the T-45C Goshawk jet trainer.

The training included landing aboard an aircraft carrier as well as formation flying, basic air to air, and air to ground combat training. Seven pilots were “winged” and will be going on to fly the F/A-18 Super Hornet in Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-122 in Lemoore, California for more training before eventually being deployed aboard a carrier. At the ceremony, Mabry’s parents actually pinned on him, his grandfather’s Naval Aviator wings from WWII, which he wore 75 years ago. They flew over the Battle of Okinawa and post war Japan in 194546. Mabry also received the “Top Hook” award from

having the best landing grades of 40-ish strike students qualifying to land on the carrier. This is a coveted award in jet training. Impressive, Mabry!

CLASS OF 2014 Elizabeth Ellithorpe had her first paper accepted to the Astrophysical Journal (https://arxiv.org/ abs/1909.09559). Ricky Hiler won best warrior competition for his unit and was awarded with an Army Commendation Medal for the competition. He and Alyssa are currently stationed in Germany with a field artillery unit. Paul Jackson is completing Navy nuclear propulsion training in Charleston, SC. He recently completed the Submarine Officer Basic Course in Groton, CT and will receive orders for his first submarine sea tour by spring 2020. Patrick Kunkel is working for Lovett Commercial doing real estate development in Houston, Texas. Alex Lakota is engaged to Sebastian Soup. Megan Lin started a new job with a startup called Platform Science as a Software Engineer three months ago. Emily Meador is working as an educator for the Science Spectrum in Lubbock, Texas, a children’s science museum that’s all about hands-on learning.

She’s also the social media and graphics coordinator, as well as the volunteer and intern coordinator. Dani Shewmake married Matthew Mathisen on June 22 in Fort Worth. Dani and Matt, who went to FWCD, live in Dallas, where Dani is in medical school. Congratulations to Jordan Smith, who is engaged to Seth Mitchell ’12.

CLASS OF 2016 Dylan Bade is going to enter into the music industry to follow his passions. Grace Booth is in a student teaching internship this year for special education.

Cannon Brumley is finishing up his last year at Auburn University with a major in sociology with a concentration in crime and deviance. Antonio Busby just completed basic training and AIT army training at Fort Jackson.

Nina Ciancarelli is finishing up an industrial engineering degree at the University of Oklahoma and will be graduating Spring 2020. Annemarie DeChellis is double majoring in psychology and philosophy; she is also acting as a research assistant for her professor’s evolutionary psychology study. David Dintino has an internship in spring 2020 with Ernst & Young doing auditing. Kailey Dow has accepted an internship with PricewaterhouseCoopers in Washington D.C. for the spring of 2020. Tucker Guinn is studying abroad in Portugal this semester. Trip Hanley took a 500-mile canoe trip into the Hudson Bay this summer. Jason Kenny is graduating from the University of Texas in December and is in the process of applying to law school. Simone

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Mulroy has started working at a boutique in Dallas.

Manish Namireddy is finishing up his degree at the University of Texas with a BS in chemical engineering and is planning to go to law school afterwards. Chris Rodriguez worked in equity research at Goldman in NYC last summer; he also is studying economics and does research on decision making/behavioral economics.

Lilli Williamson is on the Ole Miss University track team.

CLASS OF 2018 Emmala Alfaro is majoring in management with an emphasis in supply chain management with a minor in economics at Clemson University. Emmala is also a tutor for Calculus Fight Club and is in charge of the entire MATH 1020 section! She is going to be a site leader again for Clemson’s Alternative Break Program which will take place over fall break 2019. Emmala started working for the Clemson College of Business over the summer as the student advisory worker and is continuing it throughout the school year! Tina Bajramovic is happy to be back at TCU for her sophomore year and can’t wait for the upcoming semester. Tina enjoyed spending time with her Delta Gamma sisters during recruitment season of this year. Payton Benson is on the bass fishing team at Ole Miss. Sawyer Blackman continues to study sports management at Texas Tech while working with the football team. Thomas Bosworth continues to study English and creative writing. He enjoyed interning at the Fine Arts center in Provincetown over the summer. Connor Browne is majoring in business and economics. He plays interhall tackle football for his dorm and is working on a healthcare-related STEM project for Deloitte. Allison Byrd is enjoying spending the semester in Washington D.C. She is getting to see how policies relating to antihuman trafficking efforts are written and implemented.

Additionally, she is taking a public policy class through Baylor and researching educational opportunities for migrants at the U.S. southern border. Joey Cascino is at UT and was elected as the youngest president of the University Democrats in history. He serves as the political director of the Texas College Democrats, the statewide collegiate arm of the Texas Democratic Party. Sophia Castro is having a great year two as a TCU Showgirl!

Lauren Chiang went Alpha Phi at the University of Texas at Austin. Anne Cleveland is enjoying playing field hockey at Sewanee. Dacy Distler has started a musical duo with her friend Sophie, and they have a song on Spotify with close to 20,000 streams! Karmyn Dow worked at Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP during summer 2019, and has now returned to Villanova University to continue pursuing a BA in political science and possibly triple minoring in history, theology, and Irish studies. Kamryn was chosen to be

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on the recruitment committee for Chi Omega for spring 2020 recruitment and was a leader in Chi Omega’s Make A Wish send-off for her fall 2019 semester. Harrison Ellis is very excited to be an advertising and branding major at SCAD. He started a sailing club at SCAD and welcomes all skill levels. Harrison’s model career continues and was featured on one of SCAD’s social media campaigns.

This past summer he was promoted to be head sailing instructor and program director at the sailing school he has been going to for years in Cape Cod. Emily Faris got accepted into in Mays Business School at A&M and is minoring in Spanish. Emily is an officer for her sorority, Tri Delta. Amanda Fisk participated in Summerstock at Maine State Music Theatre. This year, she will be a part of four productions. Brenna Flynn was chosen to do the window display at Neiman Marcus in Austin for the visual merchandising program. She also got signed with the Campbell Agency in August of 2019. Ronak Gandhi is enjoying his sophomore year at college and was recently elected to Yale College Council as a senator. Kate Hanley volunteers at Read to Succeed and goes to a classroom once a week to help children read. Kate is also a member of the Purdue Student Education Association and will be a part of the national student education program. Emma Hernandez is double majoring in theatre and psychology and rushed Delta Gamma. Emma also works for her oncampus film studio, Roar Studios! Brianna Hudson’s team, Angelo State, is 10-1 and 2-1 in conference. Kevin James was contracted as a cadet in Air Force ROTC in February of 2019. Kevin worked at Northern Tier National High Adventure Base this summer, guiding canoe treks in the Minnesota/Ontario wilderness. Maya Kalaria is a Delta Gamma at the University of Texas at Austin. This past summer, Maya was a medical scribe at Fort Worth Heart. She also went to Honduras with Global Medical Brigades in July 2019 and is going to Panama again with them next summer. Jackson Key continues to study architecture at the University of Virginia. He also enjoys being the drama department’s master carpenter and an architecture fabrication lab TA. Nico Levy is living life and enjoying his sophomore year of college at Penn State. Kerry Mackenzie is a paid research intern at a civic engagement institute, a university-wide representative in the UT assembly, a Texas civic ambassador, and on the Diversity and Inclusion Council for her sorority, Zeta. Hannah Nedrelow rushed Phi Kappa Epsilon at Sewanee. Niral Patel is majoring in interior design/ architecture and minoring in entrepreneurship. Niral is on the social committee for Kappa Kappa Gamma at Baylor University. She is also on the intramural kickball team. Alex Pitre is conducting a research project to see if benthic communities have suffered due to an increase in

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2013 Mabry Jackson is pinned with his grandfather's wings | Jackson and Risinger family

2014 Ricky Hiler | Alex Lakota engaged to Sebastian Soup | Dani Shewmake marries Matt Mathisen

2014 Jordan Smith engaged to Seth Mitchell '12 | 2018 Cassy Sulzer and Pay Prostok

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stingrays. Pay Prostok and Cassy Sulzer reunited this fall at a UT football game. Jackson Schlossnagle is enjoying his sophomore year of college at TCU and is an active member of his fraternity, Pi Kappa Phi. Maggie Shipman joined Lambda Sigma, an honors fraternity that accepts the top 40 sophomore students on campus. She added a minor in physics, and is working as a physics TA and engineering tutor. Maggie recently got an internship to work at Lockheed Martin this summer. Emma Stack is a Bud Light activation manager and is working for the largest beer company in the world. Emma is also a Student Ambassador for the University of Ottawa, the Risk Committee chair for her sorority, Tri Delta, and working in human resources at the Government of Canada. Luke Vasquez is serving as the public relations officer for his fraternity, Alpha Tau Omega. He also began working with the UTA Multicultural Affairs department as a student assistant and is super excited to begin. Madison Williams is having a wonderful time playing basketball at the University of Oklahoma and can’t wait for the 2019-

2020 season. Sophie Yuill loves SMU and is an active member of her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma. Sophie also started babysitting during her free time, which she really enjoys!

CLASS OF 2019 John Bacon started at Texas A&M University and joined the club swim team and the Sport Management Society. Morgan Gallagher is at TCU and a member of Chi Omega. Zach Lutes is at UCLA. He took a six-week summer session designed for freshmen, and he realized how well prepared he was for college academically. He plans to try out for the running club in the fall as well as Dragon Boat. He thinks he will possibly rush in the fall as well. Maddie Pritchett is at TCU and on the women’s equestrian team, as well as a Chi Omega pledge. John Strainick is at Oklahoma State University and playing on the Volleyball club team. Kennedy Wainwright started at Wake Forest University and is on the club field hockey team.

WHERE WILL YOU BE ON THE NIGHT OF SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2020?

60TH ANNIVERSARY

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THE SOROKOLIT FAMILY TVS graduation in May was significant for a number of reasons, and especially for the Sorokolit family: Jordan Sorokolit, a member of the Class of 2019, was the last Sorokolit to graduate from Trinity Valley. His dad, David, was the first, in 1983. There have been many others in the years between, and we highlight this family’s history at TVS.

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David ’83, father of Lauren ’16 and Jordan ’19, is a dentist in Fort Worth.

Michael ’84 recently returned to Texas with his wife and four children.

He is a podiatrist in Fort Worth.

Robert ’87, father of Katie ’17 and Ethan, is a dentist in Fort Worth. (not pictured) Andrika Sorokolit King ’97 lives in Manhattan Beach, CA, with husband Bill and children Tripp (10), Patton (8), and Blake (6).

Alexandra Sorokolit Frankel ’00 lives in New York City with husband Grant and sons Knox (6) and Rex (4).

Lara Sorokolit Francis ’03 lives in Dallas with husband Will and daughters Preston (3.5) and Allie (2).

Rob ’05, his wife, Lauren, and their two sons Wyatt (2) and Virgil (6 months) are moving back to Fort Worth from California. Rob has been a criminal public defender while Lauren is in-house counsel for an insurance company.

Daniel ’08 is a senior in dental school.

John-Michael ’09 practices law in Denver.

William ’ 11 is a freshman in dental school.

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ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT WE CONTINUE PROVIDING OUR STUDENTS INCREASINGLY RICH OPPORTUNITIES TO ENGAGE IN ARTS AND MUSIC, FACILITIES TO HELP THEM COMPETE IN ATHLETICS, AND WAYS TO INTELLECTUALLY ENGAGE IN BEST-CLASS ACADEMIC PROGRAMS. NONE OF THIS IS POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT, AND FOR THAT WE ARE MOST GRATEFUL.

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 7/1/2018 - 6/30/2019 | Contributions and unconditional payments are recognized as they are received. | Figures are unaudited.

THREE-YEAR COMPARISON: Year-Ended June 30, 2018

Year-Ended June 30, 2019

Year-Ended June 30, 2017

Endowment Investments at Year-end

38,301,890

36,209,820

34,720,818

Plant Assets - Net Book Value

46,293,256

44,857,820

45,084,108

Plant Debt

1,850,000

2,175,000

2,485,000

Student Aid

4,136,986

3,897,364

3,533,967

975

980

974

Enrollment Number of Students

2018-2019 OPERATING PERFORMANCE: 5 1.5%

6 2.6%

9 1.3% 8 13.0%

7 1.4% 6 3.9%

4 11.1%

3 2.2%

5 7.2% 4 1.5% 3 5.2%

2 5.1% 1 77.5%

REVENUE

2 13.9%

EXPENSES

1 52.3%

Investment Income.............................. 451,75

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Other Income...................................... 765,014

TOTAL EXPENSES.................................. 29,682,380

TUITION AND ENDOWMENT

1 Tuition and Fees...........................23,014,048 2 Endowment Support....................1,500,000 Contributions

3 4 5 6

PHILANTHROPIC GIFTS Annual Fund........................................ 652,367 * Restricted Contributions............3,299,199

Salaries and Benefits...................15,510.061 Financial Aid.....................................4,136,986 ** Facilities............................................ 1,552,978 Dining Hall...........................................451,944 Instruction....................................... 2,221,041 Administration................................1,156,693 Debt Service....................................... 426,998 *** Capital..............................................3,854,258 Reserves................................................ 371,421

TOTAL REVENUE.................................... 29,682,380

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* Includes all gifts to the Annual Fund received in the 2018-2019 fiscal year including gifts designated for other campaign years. ** Need-based financial aid and tuition remission *** Principal and interest expense on tax-exempt bonds; interest expense on line of credit

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CUMULATIVE GIVING This list is based on annual, capital, and endowment gift payments received between July 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019. This listing does not include Parents’ Club and Booster Club revenue.

ASTRA SOCIETY The Astra Society honors donors who contribute $5,000 or more in a given fiscal year. These gifts are unique, new donations each year. Astra Society members are recognized in the annual report and are honored at an intimate dinner gathering with the Head of School.

UNDERWRITERS’ CLUB * The Underwriters’ Club honors a special group of philanthropic benefit donors who made gifts to the school through the 2018-2019 Annual Fund for TVS or the 2018-2019 Alumni Annual Fund. The philanthropic benefit for 2018-2019 was $2,250 per child enrolled at TVS. Underwriters’ Club members bridge the dollar gap between tuition and the actual cost of educating each TVS student.

BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY Our Benefactors’ Society honors donors who contributed $1,000 or more cumulatively to the school during our fiscal year.

1959 CLUB + The 1959 Club honors donors who have given to TVS for five consecutive years or longer, regardless of the gift level. The club honors the commitment of all those who keep TVS in their circle of giving year after year.

ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $100,000+

Anne T. and Robert M. Bass*+ Chris Carroll, Holland and James Carroll '98 Amon G. Carter Foundation The Estate of James L. Murray Jo Ann and Greg Swienton*+

ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $50,000 to 99,999

Lori and William Chaney*+ Fanchon and Howard Hallam+ Shannon and Mark Hart III*+ Adeline and George McQueen Foundation R4 Foundation+

Robert J. and Edith K. Schumacher Foundation TVS Booster Club Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust

Madolin and Benjamin Rosenthal '01*+ TVS Parents’ Club+ Mary Ryan and John H. Wilson II Fund

ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY

ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY

Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld '99 and Todd Blumenfeld* Ann Ranelle and Michael Boothby*+ Theresa and Randy Brillhart*+ Katie and Jeff Farmer '87*+ Jennifer and David Kostohyrz Jr., '97+ Kathy and Frank Kyle+ Kellie and Maxwell Lea+ The Lowe Foundation Dana and David Porter Madelyn Rosenthal '02+

Linda Kiraly and Brian Bormann+ Frost+ Janet and Mike Greene+ Laurie and Holman Harvey The M. R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation Tandra and Jeremy Langford+ Mary Potishman Lard Trust Moshira and Chris Lutes+ Bryan and Brian Lynch*+

$25,000 to 49,999

$15,000 to 24,999

Laura and Tod Miller+ Pate Foundation*+ TVS Class of 1989

ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $10,000 to 14,999

Melinda and Glenn Adams+ Katie and Jay Danzi* Fauber Family Trust*+ Rani and Brad Grandstaff *+ George, Katie, and Mark Kalpakis George F. and Mary L. Leone Foundation Adam Nemser '97+ Jennifer and David Nickels+ Paula and Tony Prater+ Suzanne and Chris Scoggins '91 TVS Class of 2018 Kristen and Mark Wylie+ Lexi Kypreos Yost '99 and Carson Yost*+ TRINITY VALLEY SCHOOL

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ASTRA+ BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $5,000 to 9,999

A friend of TVS Kristin and Jeff Anderson*+ Marianne Auld*+ C. B. Baird, Jr. Foundation Hollie and Chad Barber+ Kathy and Royce Bedward* Jen and Daniel Bekish+ BNSF Foundation+ Elizabeth and Brian Carlock+ Kirsten and Carter Crum '89 Jenny and Steve Davis '92*+ Adrianne and Adam Deem*+ Megan and Matt Deen*+ Heather and Mark Drennan+ Heather Breiter and Pat Dunne*+ Rebecca and Greg Ethridge '95 Ginger and John Fewins+ Ann and Charles Florsheim* Sarah Bessire Florsheim '97 and Charlie Florsheim*+ Frill Foundation Lane and Joe Gallagher '85+ Susan and Rick Genovese Kelly and Bill Hanley+ Rita Patel and Vijay Kalaria+ Cindy and Nick Kypreos+ Vanessa and Mike LaGatta* Susan and Peter LaNasa+ Natalie and Brant Martin '88+ Katie McCallum '13 Elizabeth and Mark McCurdy+ North Texas Community Foundation+ Lauren Sims Norville and Scott Norville+ Russell Oshman ‘99 Lisa Gomez and Eric Rogers* Jennifer Kostohryz Rosell '95 and Andrew Rosell*+ Kami and Jim Schlossnagle+ Sonya and Amar Tanna '99+ Neel Tanna '97+ Pratibha Tanna+ Texas Health/Ben Hogan Sports Medicine

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Deborah Schutte and Kevin Ullmann+ Joanne Viola+ Tamara and Steve Willmann+

BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $2,500 to 4,999

Two friends of TVS Sareena Gahunia and Blaine Bachim* Kimberley and Barrett Bartell*+ Rasha and Mike Bismar* Linda and Mike Bourland* Chris and Bill Bowerman* Nancy and Vernon Bryant+ Amy Burch Buchanan and Chris Buchanan+ Nandini Nagaraj and Sukesh Burjonroppa+ Emily and Benton Cantey+ Daryl Chambers* Janie and Steve Christie+ Debbie Cooley Janis and Calvin Crider*+ Laurie and John Dickens*+ Meredith Watts Dorris '81 and Hank Dorris '81*+ Carol and Jim Dunaway*+ Sherry Duncan+ Fifth Avenue Foundation Martha J. Fry*+ Kristie Taliaferro Gibson '94 and Brian Gibson '93*+ Dorothy and Jimmy Green+ Elizabeth and Trey Hargrove* Mindy and Tom Hegi Cecilia and Sam Henry+ Laura Manning High '89 and Kirk High Courtney and Todd Hodnett+ Joan and Howard Katz+ Clare Pritchett '89 and Bill Lorimer '95+ Fran and David Lynch+ Maine Community Foundation Jamie and Marcus Mainord Cristy and Matt Mayfield+ Dana and Jack McCallum

Carol and Charley McCluer '72+ Amy and Jeff McGowen*+ Elizabeth and Derick Mesch* The Miles Foundation, Inc. Karla and George Mills ‘90* Christy and Clark Peveto+ Cynthia and Jeff Prostok*+ Kelly and Drew Pumphrey '77*+ Caroline Dulle Smith '89 and Dale Smith Christy and Jason Smith* Maeve and John Solberg Ann and John Viola Jade and Winston Williams

BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $1,500 to 2,499

A friend of TVS Krista Forsgren and Robert Ahdieh Albertsons Community Partners Program+ Carol Margaret Allen+ Holly and Jason Anderson*+ Julie and Mark Anderson+ Ann and Cole Ballweg+ Susan and Aubrey Bogard+ Judy and Jim Bohnsack+ Jana and Doug Brooks+ Stephanie and Brent Bumgardner+ Tonya and Decker Cammack+ Holly and Ian Craig Shelby and Vernon Crawford Ashley and Cullen Crisp+ Kelly Kyle Cumpiano '08 and Gerry Cumpiano Cutrona Charitable Foundation*+ Beth and Peter Dahlberg+ Lynsie and Dennis DeCet* Jennifer Harwell Dempsey '96 and Mark Dempsey+ D’Anne and Richard Dorough+ Karen and Gary Dozier+ Kendall and David Draper+ Jill Driggers*+ Stacie and Marc Goldman '92+ Emelie Andrews Graham '98 Gail Aronoff Granek+

Stacy and George Grau+ LaToyer and Willie Houston+ Mimi and David Howell Virginia and John Kennedy Judith Sullivan Kinser '76 and Kevin Kinser+ Carolyn and Bill Lorimer Erika and Daniel McCarthy Jessica and Brad McIntyre Allison and Scott McKnight Judy and Bob McNamara+ Sandy McNutt+ Sandy and Fred Mesch Cheryl and Ken Mindell '70+ Ashley and Monty Moncrief '89 Shannon and Michael Moore+ Alicia and Trey Moore Stacey and Justin Mund '97 Novartis Matching Gift Center Nena and Andrew Oshman '01+ Andrea and Michael Pavell+ Gwen and David Perez+ Steve and Kendal Perryman Rozanne and Billy Rosenthal+ Rochelle Rubin '87 Kim and Gerry Schwarz '78+ John T. and Margaret Sharpe Advise & Consult Fund of the North Texas Community Foundation+ Patricia and Travis Smith Becca and Mark Stupfel+ Texas Medical Association Susie and Robert Ursprung+ Gloria and Tim Vasquez Linda and Richard Vigness+ Katie and Kenny Yang* Leah and Art Zavala*+

BENEFACTORS’ SOCIETY $1,000 to 1,499

A friend of TVS Donna and Winn Adams+ Tayo Adesanoye and Tosin Smith Laura and Jeff Alexander '88+ Stephanie and Brian Allen+ Sherril and Chuck Anderson Macy and Jason Andrews '89

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Jen and Michael Appleman '86+ Caroline Archuleta+ Anne and Lynvol Arthur Minator Azemi '07 Kaydee and Bill Bailey+ Barbara Baldridge+ Hanane Chichane and Khalid Bazir+ Marina and Cliff Beasley, Jr.+ Nikole and Lars Berg Sara Beth and Paul Bernardy+ Kim and David Berzina+ Ruby and Duff Blair '97 Annette and Jerry Blaschke+ Laurie and Marvin Blum+ Kaye Lynne and George Boll+ Crystal and Tracy Bolt+ Dennis Breiter Helen Brannon Liz and Dick Brannon Sue and Alan Buratto+ Nesli and Adam Chandler+ Vanessa and Robert Charette Kelley Clark '07 Oneva and Jim Clifton Angela Ivory Collins '94 and Craig Collins Veronica and Todd Cowan+ Patricia Crawford Stephanie and Gil Daley Sona and Virat Dave+ Kathryn Davis '89+ Audrey and Sam Davis+ Matt Donnell Melissa and David Druley '85 Holly Edwards '95 and Kelly Smith Catherine and Brian Ekins Kristy Ekleberry+ Shannon and Shawn Elder+ Mary Mac and John Elliott+ Sarah and David Evans Angie Elkins Ezell '93 and Chip Ezell The Fash Foundation+ Linda and Jay Fierke+ Rebekah and Jesse Getz Rebecca and Brian Gleason Doug Hammons+ Deena Jo Heide-Diesslin Foundation

Anne and Barney Holland '68+ Connie and Glen Hooker+ Debbie and Scott Horton+ Amy and Tim Howell+ Christy Jack '84 and Steve Pezanosky Sarah and Jeremy Jackson Sally Graves Jackson '80 and Rob Jackson Amy and Rob Jacobs+ Meggan and Andrew Jamison Shelley and Robert Karpman+ Linda and Shane Kennedy Sarah and Chris Klein+ Geeth Chettiar and Sreenivas Koney+ Kamila and Sergei Krylov+ Dan and Bea Kutzler+ John Lee '88 Qingdan Chen and Frank Liao+ Amy and Paul Lopez+ Jane and Ken Luig Lauren and Taylor Martin Jennifer and Bobby Masterson+ Tracy Redfern Matheson '84 and David Matheson '83+ Kathy and Larry Matthews+ Christi and Michael McDowell John McMillen '99 Jamye and Ray McRae+ Kim and Ben Medley+ Cynthia and Jeff Mills+ Jennifer Andrews Moore '96+ Carrie and Dan Murphy Rina and Yevgeniy Ostrinsky+ Leslie Mattingly Palmer '00 and Will Palmer Nicole and Jordan Parker+ Anne and Hank Paup+ Sophia Yarnall Payne+ Claire Lawhon Pearce '01 and Steele Pearce+ Susie and Ray Petta Stephanie and David Phelps+ Creighton Pickett '89 Pat and Jack Pierce+ Alice and John Pritchett+ Beverly and Mike Reilly Sheila Jane and Randy Reynolds+

Kathryn Ann and Richard Roberts Ashley and Marshall Robinson+ The Rosewood Foundation+ Stacey and Aaron Rumfelt+ Paige and Robert Russey Diana and Charles Sawyer+ Cristina Hindman Schneiderman '94 and Michael Schneiderman+ Rickie and Charles Sevadjian '67 Daphne and Carl Shaw+ Wannee and William Shaw+ Susan and John Sheffield+ Hilary and Josh Shipman+ Rachel and Sander Spence+ Cory Coons and Jerry Stadulis Jane and Dan Sykes Chandra Geren Thomas Kim and Lantz Tooke+ Thomas Viola '14 Patricia and Andrew Vories+ Neha Bhagat Vyas '90 and Sanjay Vyas+ Cye and Kyle Wagner Lisa and Matt Walker+ Nicole and Jeremy Watkins+ Beth Borders Weese '88 and Dennis Weese Carol and Stan Williams+ Nancy and Alvin Willman+ Jayne and Dennis Withers+ Lan and Liancun Wu Angela and Bob Yonke+ Ann and Jim Zadeh+ John Zavaleta+ $500 to 999

Six friends of TVS Erin Aldrich Carla Vogel and Kirk Alland+ Louise and Gordon Appleman+ Pam Asher+ Colleen and Bob Blair The Bolkkfcom Family Dorothy and Cue Boykin Doreen Brigati Lesley and Jeff Bush Greg Butner '82+ Rachael and Will Churchill

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John Collett '83 Robin and Mark Davis Paula Davis+ Karl and Jan Fescenmeyer Jan and Mike Flynn Nicole and Ted Forbes Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Marie and James Gallman Molly Gamades Krystle and Rajesh Gandhi+ Neelam and Sham Gandhi Aileen Gauntt+ Liliana and Javier Gelvez+ Vickie and Gary Gibson Sarah and Thomas Gooch+ Leigh and Sam Good Connie and Jim Hamilton Erin Hamilton-Spence and Michael Hamilton+ Kris Helsley+ Kristi and Robert Higgins Angie and Long Hoang+ Corin and Greg Hodder+ Melissa Williams Hoskins '93 and Ben Hoskins '93+ Ann and Kirk Jefferies+ Diana and Hunter Johnson '00+ Mandi Johnson Ashley and Warren Johnson Telesa and Patrick Jones Julienne Greer and Gordon Jorgenson+ Debbie and Larry Kalas+ Cheri Keerins Julie and Kyle Kennedy '89+ Johanna and Chris Kenney Carrie and Michael King Elfriede and Michael Kiraly+ Tina Goss and Peter Klimko+ Kathleen and Tim Knight Margaret and Philip Kramer+ Glenda and Timothy Kremer+ Mary and Markus Kypreos '96+ Carol and Sean Leech Melissa and Christopher Leu Jamie and Darren Lewis+ Adrienne and Andrew Lombardi Barbara and Mike Lynn '68

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Philanthropic Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Kathy and Don Mason+ Jennifer and Trey McAlister+ Kim and Brent McDonald Moira and Patrick McGlinchey '98+ Elizabeth and Woei Ming '01 Anna and David Minyard Monica Moser '12 Sydney Schell Munson'01 and Tyler Munson Ashley and Matthew Murrey Patty and Bob Neilson Erin Nesbitt+ Liza and James Ng+ Amanda and Murphy Parks Murali and Rajni Pathikonda+ Kristen and John Patterson+ Betty and Riley Peveto+ Elise and David Price+ Carol and Edward Proctor+ Betty and Thomas Rajan+ Milena and Kerim Razack '85+ Salome and Joe Regan Stephanie and Sebastian Ricketts Bunny Neil Riemitis '80 and Andy Riemitis+ Karen Grant-Roberts '84 and Don Roberts+ Marcy and Bill Roten+ Jeanne Van Zant Sanders+ Sharmila and Bishnu Sapkota+ Krista and Paul Schulman James Scott+ Allison and Scott Shapard+ Ann and Jim Sheets Jodi and Todd Spake+ Jamie and Jerry St. Peter Karin and Michael Steadman+ Emily and JB Strong '98 Nidhi and Mihir Talati Jill and Michael Unell+ Adriane Wheat Karen White-Dacy '84 and Trey Dacy+ Lynda and Ed Wood Eric Woodworth '90

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Twenty-seven friends of TVS Judy Abbot Carolee Fisher and Calvin Abucejo Stacie and Robert Adams+ Cristi and Robert Aitelli Ginger Alford+ Scott Allen+ AmazonSmile Sonia and Blake Amos+ Jennifer Lester Anderson '89 Wendi and Jose Andino Mary and Bob Andrews+ Erin and Chris Andrews+ Bissy Obi and Andrew Anyadiegwu Sheril and Jerry Appel Melissa and Jeff Applewhite+ Mira Aqifi Karen and Joe Arrington+ Jan and Chuck Atkinson Kristen and Stuart Atnipp Joan and Mederic Auger Elizabeth Perez Azerad '85 Paige and John Bacon+ Marion and Craig Bageant Homa and Carlos Bahrami+ Linda and Frank Bailey+ Caroline and Tappan Bailey+ Shirley Bain+ Margaret Baird '06 Kay Baker Angel and Rex Baker Rhonda and Tim Baker+ Suzanne and Wes Ball Bank of America Matching Gifts+ Carla Finch Banks '89 and TrĂŠ Banks Judy and David Barber+ Sam Barber '19 Mary Hazelwood Barkley '98 and David Barkley+ Alice Pritchard and Ben Barlow+ Erin and Brett Barnes Rene and Ray Barretto Surya and Wade Barrow Jamie and Paul Bass+

Annabelle Baxter Joyce and Robert Beck Mary Ellen Murphey Becker '96 and Michael Becker Stacey and Doug Becker Linda Beckworth Sandhya and Hanmanth Bejjanki+ Elizabeth and David Bell Benevity Fund Leah Benson Erin Kennedy Benson '96 and Charles Benson+ Jennifer and Lance Bernard Jineen and Michael Bessire+ Lindsey and Dan Betsill Sahra and Salim Bhaloo Meredith and Manish Bhatt Rubia Sadiq and Ahmed Bhatti Judy and Marco Bianchi+ Debra and Melvin Biediger Kim and Todd Blouin Libby and Jeff Bode Noah Bogard '19 Cassandra Bolz '91 and Michael Diegnan+ Lindsey and Bryant Boren Cat and Steven Borum Anna Boulware Kendra and Clinton Bowen Hilary Bowerman+ Evie and John Bowman+ Emily Scott Boydston '04 and Michael Boydston Rose and Kent Bradshaw '88 Helen and Mark Brannon+ Kiley Schmidt Brannon '00 and Joe Brannon+ Lauren Grady Brannon '08 and Richard Brannon '08 Robin and Charles Brazell+ Katherine and Eric Breiter Julia and Aaron Brickman Shelly and Sam Brodsgaard Roger Brooks Clarissa and Patrick Brothers+ Katherine Brownlie Broyles '09 Galen Brueggen Gabriele Albrecht and Wallace Bubar '91+

Bill Buck+ Charlotte Clay Buell '89 and Jeff Buell Angela Buffington+ Tim Buffington Angie and Nick Bulaich+ Susie and Norm Bulaich Amy Roach Bumagin '97 and David Bumagin June and Marvin Bumgardner Melissa Burkhead+ Courtney and Steven Burns+ Stacy Butler Janie and Michael Butler+ Bill Butner+ Stephanie McWiliams Byrd '91 and Brian Byrd+ Cathy and Stephen Caero Sue Caldwell DiAnne and T. C. Callender+ Rachel and Holten Campbell Sara and Sam Cantey IV+ Anna and Don Carlson+ Carol Stucker Carr '78 Artee Gandhi and Tom Carr Megan and Austin Carrell Angie Carreno Janet and Chris Carter+ Carol Ann and Dominic Casagrande Carolyn and Ben Cason Susan Casone Janet Chaffee+ Meenskshi and Vijender Chauhan Pearlene Cheah '11 Carolyn and Atwood Cherry Natalya and Paul Cherry Laila and Karamat Choudhry Lee Christie Megan and Reif Chron Kat and Ryan Churchward Susan Davis and Brent Clark+ Edward Clark+ Leona and Michael Clark Timothy Clark+ Carli Clay '14 John Clay '17 Tina Clayton+ Angie and Mike Clemens+

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Julia and Dan Cleveland+ John Cleveland '14 Brandon Cline Amy and Scott Coats Kelly and Chris Cob Mary and Anthony Cole Shannon and Michael Collins Amanda and Wilson Collins+ Cathy and Steve Colombo Communities Foundation of Texas+ Sara and Kirk Connaway Jennifer and Bryan Cooke+ Carter Cooke '19 Brette and Brian Corder '95+ Gail and Mike Corder Abbie and Jeffrey Cornelius+ Anne Claire Cosby '14 Kathryn and Don Cosby '73 Brandy and Chester Cox Hilary and Mark Cox Mary and Alan Craig LaKiesha and Courtney Crawford Carole and Bill Creel+ Andreea Creel Joshua Creel Monica and Andy Crider+ Wendy and David Crowley+ Grace and Winfield Crumley '96 Deborah and Jeff Cunion Mary and Charles Curry Annie Curtis Elizabeth and Sean Dalley+ Kim and Glenn Darden Marilyn and Tim d’Auteuil+ Cynthia Davis Rochelle Davis Alan de Castro '01 Marian Mayo DeMott '89 and Jason DeMott Marjorie and Eric Deutsch Nicole Deutsch Deborah and Wade DeVore+ Kendra Green Dias '91 and Luiz Dias Kate Holliday and David Dibble+ Suzi and Brent Dinsdale

Kelly and Ralph Dintino+ Susan and Fred Disney+ Linda Disosway Frances and Dave Dodson+ Juan Dorado, Jr. '19 Linda and Richard Dorough+ Jennie and John Doumany Crystal and Jeff Dover+ Anne and Carl Droste Adair Cothran Duke '83 and Charles Duke+ Misty McCasland-Duke and Luke Duke Maureen and Glen Elder Carol and John Elliott '96+ Szalan and Ryan Ellis Lynette and Jon Engelke '87+ The Esch Family Charitable Fund of the North Texas Community Foundation+ Shelli and Bradley Eskue Sally and Tommy Eskue Laura and Scott Everett+ Carol Everhart Valerie and Scott Ewing+ Carmen and John Fahy '81 Suzanna and Craig Farmer Cari Feehan Alison Kimberling Fescenmeyer '08 and Brent Fescenmeyer '08 Bonnie and Tyson Finley+ First United Bank Mortgage Company Carrie and Jason Fisk+ Allison and Scott Fitzgerald Kathy and Dale Fleming Dana and Justin Flowers Tawanna Flowers+ Eileen and Wesley Ford Julie Frey+ Betty Gallagher Megan Gallagher '14 Anik Gandhi '01+ Leslie and Arcadio Garcia+ Carla Cordova and Ricardo Garcia Dee and Steve Garner+ Diana and Chris Garrett

Naima and Jason Garrett Patricia and Elliott Garsek Noelle and Zach Garsek+ Ronna Gary GE Foundation Ally and Christian Gehman Anjum and Josh George+ Laura and Ron Gerstle+ Paula and Frank Gidwani Mayme Richie-Gillespie and Ray Gillespie+ Regan McDonald Gilstrap '01 Brooke and Nick Goggans '97 Carol and Ronnie Goldman+ Michelle Block Goldsmith '88 Maricela and Julian Gomez III Monica and Michael Gonzalez+ Amber and Jeff Good+ Ginny Goodman Rekha Ramgarajan and Shar Govindan Monica and Walter Gracia '75 Carol Gramentine+ Tim, Lisa, Ashton and Arthur Green+ Myron Grunberg+ Fatma and Hakan Gul Christine and Cheyne Hadley+ Asefash Abay and Daniel Haile Carry Hansen DeAnna Hansen+ Iffat Talukder and Akm Haque Christina and Timothy Hardman Allison and Shon Hardy Beth and Justin Harlin+ Tina Harper+ Haley Harrington '14 Mary Ellen Hartje Barbara Hayman Karen and Mitch Hebert+ Andre Hector+ Kathy Heller+ Catherine Helm '10 Allison Lorimer Henderson '93 Erin Hendricks '95 Melanie Henshaw+ Marti and Chad Herman Kathy Hernandez+

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Stephen M. Hewitt, M.D., Ph.D. '84+ Cynthia and Brad Hickman Sunnae and Rick Hiler+ Deborah Hucaby and David Hill Norma and Ward Hindman Mary and Jarry Ho Suzy and Bill Holloway+ Bonnie and Aaron Huckaby Deanna and Robert Hughes+ Rt. Rev. and Mrs. Sam Hulsey Patsy and Ben Humphries Shelly Flores and Daniel Hurtado Gail Hutchinson+ Cherrie Hamilton Ibbott '81 Lynn Irving+ Erin Isbell Pam and Keith Jackson, Jr. Myeong and Michael Jackson+ Morieann and Timothy Jackson Aesha John and Jimmy James Misti Jancosek Michael Janney+ Missy and George Johns+ Rachel and Austin Johnson+ Kathy Johnson Leanna McLaughlin and Lee Johnson '95+ Lori Harding Johnson '81 and Matthew Johnson Brea Hudgins and Sam Johnson+ Elizabeth Sykes Johnston '00 and Brian Johnston Mandy and Fred Johnston+ Julie and David Jones Linda and Ian Jones Summer and Jason Jones Elizabeth and Mark Jones '87 Dawn and Tim Jones+ Allison and Wally Jones Soraya Choudhry Joslin '88 and Jerrett Joslin+ Mary Joslin Paul Jung+ Susan Davis and Larry Kahn

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Diane Kee+ Mary Kathryn Bronson Kelly '83 and Todd Kelly Ruth Kenney Sheryl and Sean Kenny+ Lauren and Bradley Kentor '94 Jan and Jim Kern Joyce and George Killinger Kole Killion Kenny Kimbrough+ Shea Kinser '05 Emily and Randol Kirby Mandy and Jeremy Kirwan+ Jenner Kizer '08 Shannon and Jay Kizer Allison and Robert Klein Kali and Terry Kliethermes+ Christine Stucker Klote '80 and Jeffrey Klote Maggie Knapp+ Scottie Settle Knight '82 and Garland Knight Karen and Robert Knight Julie and Danny Knudsen+ Emily and John Koechel ‘89 Dainty and David Kostohryz+ Kendall and John Kostohryz ‘01 Suzanne and Gerald Kramer Kroger Thomas Kutzler '13 Jody and Lanny Lancarte Steven Landkamer Margaret and Patrick Lane Alyssa and Field Lange '86+ Bonnie and Larry Leach+ Mae and Anthony Lee+ Edward Lee '19 Rima and Eric Lee+ Julia Lee Erin Finley Lee '87 and Randy Lee Sharon LeMond Amber and Nathan Lesley Alicia and Craig Lesok '92+ Barbara and Jay Lesok+ Marion and Darrell Lester Allison Kalinich and Michael Levy Pilar Levy

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Amanda and Andrew Lewis ‘97 Brenda and Al Lewis+ Lea and Joby Lewis Sara and Flavio Lima+ Jian Ping and Jian Lin Mary and Blake Lipscomb '92 Helena and Joseph Lipscomb John Lively '94 Beth and Rusty Looney Heather and Bryan Lucas '92+ Rebecca Lucas Mallory and Palmer Lummis '04+ Kaye Lynch+ Stephanie and Michael Lynch+ Kelly and Terry Mackenzie+ Erin MacNabb+ Linda and John Maddox Faith and James Mallory Jessica and Mike Malloy Corey and Neta Mandel+ Susanna Maples+ Alejandra and Kevin Markel Karen and Robert Marlin+ Mary Marshall Patricia Marshall Ciarra Martinez-Hill Debby and Jim Mary+ Heather and Max Masterson+ Jennie Mastin Amanda and Thomas Mastin ‘70+ Martha and Aaron Mattox+ Rachel and Toby Mattox Linda and William McBroom+ Melissa and Kevin McBroom+ Tracie and Michael McCrary+ Nelda McGlinchey+ Abigail McGowen ‘18 Kellie and Keeley McLarty Cindy and Shawn McLaughlin Lizzy McNamara '08 Mary and Mike McParland Helen Pine McPherson '00 and Devin McPherson Pauline and Jason Medlin Jennifer and Chinua Melton Elizabeth and David Meseke Maria and Donald Meseke+

Jane and Al Micallef Paige and Steve Midgley Ceila and Richard Milan+ Dori and Bruce Miller Emily and Jay Miller '04 Johnny Miller+ Illayna and Richard Miller Darcy Labovitz Miller '00 and Steve Miller Ryan Millett '05 Carol and Richard Minker Kay and John Mitchell Debbie and Paul Mitchell+ Sherry and Doug Mock+ Whitney and Jonathan Mock+ Marsha and David Moller+ Kate and William Monroe+ Brooke Montague '08 Laura Montgomery Libby and Chris Moore Laura and Rob Moore+ Harriett and Sam Moore+ Brooke Hobart Morgan '03 and Ryan Morgan+ Susan and John Morris+ Carrie and Matt Morrison+ Mark Mullendore+ Jo-Ann Mulroy+ Yatrik and Puja Munshi+ Sharon Munson Kirsten and Brian Murphy+ Dan Murphy Uma and Sanjeev Nambiar Mona and Rohit Narayan Nautilus Club Michael Nazarian '98 Mary and James Ndungu Julie and Michael Nemser+ Glenda and Jim Nestle Kay Newton+ Anne and Simeon Ngishu+ Ann and Donald Niemiec Ileana and Christopher Niles+ Diane and Salvatore Nizza+ Noel and David Nolet+ Caroline and George Nolet Daniel Noltkamper '82+ Mark Norris Uzor and Vien Nwoko+

Barbra and Lane Odom+ Min and Carl Olivieri Carole Zuber Olson '00 and Kevin Olson Elizabeth and Dan Olson '02 Zowie O’Neal Cynthia and John O’Reilly+ Trudie and Dan Oshman Dave Ostroff Ashley and Wayne Owen+ Jane and Jim Pace+ Nancy Palmer Molly Sullivan Parker '00 and Matthew Parker Tamra Parker+ Miriam and Bill Parkerson Delorey and Neville Parnell Emily and Marcus Paslay Linda Patterson+ Paige Paul '97 Pat and Ronnie Paul Susie and Rod Pauling Tiho Pavlovic+ Kelly Cope Payne '92 and Brinton Payne '92+ Ashley and Hans Peeders Karen and Chad Peninger+ Patricia and David Perry Maegan and Alex Perryman ‘06 Cade Peveto '19 Anna and Lu Pham Mike Phelps+ Linda and Richard Phillippi Tina and Bart Phillips Emily and Stuart Pickell Brent Pierce '82+ Craig Pierce '80+ Kim and Dustin Pierce+ Nancy Settle Pine Jeany and Bob Pitre Nancy and Don Plattsmier Courtney and Adam Plumbley Kim Pondrom+ Jessica and Phillip Poole+ Lorie and Bryan Porter Will Porter '19 Allison Poston Marsha and Pat Powers Courtney and Warren Prescott+

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Steve Presley '77 Robin Preston and Kent Preston '08+ Lenore and Paul Price '88+ Tracey and Gordon Pritchard Hallie and Philip Pritchett Chansey and Dan Pullen Carolyn and William Purifoy Rosy and Sid Rajbhandary Meghan and Nowlin Randolph Steve Rapfogel Miriam and Juan Razo Nancy and Don Rea+ Sudeep Reddy '97 Charlotte Regan Deven and Alan Reid+ Derek Reinhold Christy and Chad Reisner Dan Reynolds '73 Lynn Remualdo-Gallagher+ Tamara Lindsey and Don Reynolds+ Penny Reynolds '76 Stacy Reynolds '76 Virginia Richardson Melissa and Brandon Risenhoover Billy Robertson '78 Kory Ogle Robertson '89 and Chance Robertson '89+ DeeDee and David Rodriguez+ Carilee and Richard Rodwell+ Claire and Kenneth Roemer Kathy and Michael Roemer+ Lorene Rogers Jeanette Randolph Rollins '82+ Melanie and Ron Rosen+ Holly Ann Ross+ Amy Cottrell Ross '97 and Kyle Ross+ Rebecca and Clark Rucker Andrea and Jeremiah Russell+ Suzanne Russell Jodi and Mike Sangalli Reshma and Johar Saran Victoria and Mike Sauerhage Leigh and Steve Scanlon+ Becky Murphy Schmid '00 and Andrew Schmid '00 Claire and Bill Schmid, Jr.+

Connie and Dale Schmidtbleicher+ Tammy and Shawn Schoenfeld+ Jennifer and Eric Schrock Melissa and Michael Schultz Katie and Rick Schwausch Sarah and William Scott+ Sheri and Joe Sears Courtney Sebastian-Dotson Noemi and Ry Sek Kathleen and Alex Seleny '92 Marisa and Bruce Selkirk+ Danielle Sellers+ Roshan and Omar Selod '88+ Eugene F. Sessa+ Angie and Pushkar Shahi Bridget and Dan Shamai Sloan Sheffield ‘89 Bill Shelton+ Faye and Joe Sheppard+ Joe Sheppard IV '13 Nichole and David Shipman Heather and Jeff Sinnott Carrie and Joey Skains+ Jude and Marc Sloter+ Candace Smalley+ Kelly and Brian Smith Mary and James Smith Caroline and Jay Smith+ Jennifer Smith+ Hannah and Robert Smitherman+ Robert Snider '08 Kellye Watson Snodgrass '07 and Nathan Snodgrass '08 Katherine and Christopher Snow+ Caryn and Jeff Snyder+ Deepika and Stephen Solomon+ Erna and Peter Sommers+ Rachelle and David Sorokolit '83 Larissa and Jonathan Sosa Annie and John Sovic Elaine and David Srnka Laura and Aaron St. John Margaret St. Peter Emily Stadulis '02 Dana and Matt Stayton+ Cole Stenholm '14 Azilee Stephenson+ Scott Stirling

Christopher Strainick Bill Straub Kate and Michael Strausz Samantha Strickland Judy and Gary Strong Susan Stroud Arthi and Sakthiraj Subramanian Mary and Gary Swanson Jennifer and Thomas Sweet+ Angela and Stephen Swienton+ Dianne and Ken Taliaferro Angela Hainsworth and Giovanni Taverna Julie and Derek Taylor+ Sarah and Philip Taylor Maria Capua and Brandon Teague Robbye and Rick Teague Alaina and John Tenseth Anne and Chad Terry Ashley and Daniel Thomann Lea and Patrick Thomas Mary and James Thomason Carlyn and Paul Thompson+ Rachel Buchanan Thompson '00 and Theo Thompson+ Vonna and Henry Tieding+ Natalie and Ben Timson Uyen and Linh To Nguyen+ Loi and Van Tran Cecilia and Thomas Travis '89 Jennifer and Tom Truelson+ Kathy and Bart Tucker+ Kristian and Brian Tucker '05+ John Tucker Ashley and Chip Uffman Valerie and David Underwood+ Grant Underwood '14 Adrian and Murry Unell Jutka and Tamas Ungar+ Linda and Dale Ursprung+ Barrett Van Zandt '96 Holly and Michael Vanecek Murali Vennam+ Catherine Viola '13+ Pam Vlasow Amanda Hollander Wagner '99+ Jeannie Walker Kennedy Wainwright '19 Bob Watson+

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ENDOWED AWARDS AND FUNDS FACULTY PAUL AND JUDY ANDREWS HOLIDAY BONUS FUND The Paul and Judy Andrews Holiday Bonus Fund was established in 1990 to provide holiday bonuses for faculty and staff at TVS.

CLASS OF 1986 ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY DEVELOPMENT This fund was established in 2007 in anticipation of the Class of 1986’s 25th graduation anniversary in 2011. The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support for faculty development particular to the teaching profession, such as development in the art of teaching or development of depth in a teacher’s chosen discipline.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Sherry Duncan established this award in 2018, to honor her “family” of non-teaching colleagues at Trinity Valley School. Sherry wanted to ensure that her friends in the offices and on the grounds were celebrated for their hard work and dedication. The award recognizes 12-month employees for their exceptional accomplishments, leadership, and service to TVS. Staff are nominated by their peers and selected by the head of school. The award is presented at the annual milestone luncheon in May.

THE DUNKELBERG FAMILY ENDOWMENT FOR FACULTY EXCELLENCE Established in 2014 by Vickie and Dan Dunkelberg in recognition of the commitment and talent of Trinity Valley School’s dedicated faculty who greatly supported both of their children: Sam (Class of 2015) and Katie. This fund provides support for faculty development and enrichment.

EDWARD E. FORD ENDOWMENT FUND Established in 1994, the Edward E. Ford Endowment Fund provides professional development for Upper School faculty (grades 9-12).

BONILEE AND GAVIN GARRETT ENDOWED PHYSICS TEACHING POSITION The Bonilee and Gavin Garrett Endowed Physics Teaching Position has been created in honor of Bonilee Key Garrett and as a loving memorial to 88

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Gavin Raiford Garrett by their family. Mr. Garrett had a great interest in nature, geology, surveying, and all things mechanical. The purpose of this gift is to provide funds to help underwrite the salary of the School’s physics teacher.

GARY KRAHN EDUCATOR AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP AND CREATIVITY Inspirational Leader, Lifelong Learner, Passionate Questioner, Innovator, Collaborator, Creative Explorer, Supportive Thinker, Selfless Servant, Mentor. These qualities and many more describe Dr. Gary Krahn, who significantly and meaningfully advanced Trinity Valley School as head of school from 2006 - 2015. The Board of Trustees established the Gary Krahn Educator Award for Leadership and Creativity to honor Dr. Krahn for his outstanding dedication and service to TVS. This endowed award will be presented annually to a TVS educator who embodies the characteristics highlighted above and will be accompanied by a $500 stipend.

The head of school and division heads may nominate candidates to the president of the Board of Trustees. The Board and head of school together will select the recipient. The awardee will be announced at the faculty’s end-of-year celebration each May.

PAULA AND GARY KRAHN ENDOWED FUND FOR ADVANCEMENT AND CREATIVITY This fund was established in 2013 by the Keltner Family in recognition of the dedication of Head of School Dr. Gary Krahn and his wife Paula for their commitment to the advancement of TVS. The Fund gives TVS educators the opportunity to connect and build professional relationships around the world to enhance their professional development.

THE KUTZLER FAMILY FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING Doctors Dan and Bea Kutzler established this fund in 2017, in honor of the remarkable teachers their children Michael (Class of ‘09), Annie (Class of ‘11), and Thomas (Class of ‘13) experience during their years at TVS, and in special memory of former English teacher Tim Worrall, who brought out the best in their children and instilled a beautiful appreciation for reading and writing. This fund provides professional growth

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opportunities for TVS English faculty through summer travel grants, study grants, instructional conferences, and in-service programs.

TINDALL FAMILY ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY SUPPORT AND RECOGNITION

KAY NEWTON DISTINGUISHED TEACHER’S AWARD

The Tindall Family Endowed Fund for Faculty Support and Recognition was established in 2012

by Elizabeth and Scott Tindall in honor of Trinity Valley School’s remarkable educators. Sons Conrad ’12 and Charlie ’14 greatly benefited from the commitment and talent of TVS’s dedicated teachers. This fund provides support for faculty development and enrichment.

The award was established in 2010 with a donation to the endowment by the TVS Parents’ Club. In 2017 the Parents’ Club Board voted to change the name of the award to the Kay Newton Distinguished Teacher’s Award in honor of Kay’s retirement and 44 years of service to TVS. The award is chosen from faculty members within a different division each school year.

Faculty members nominate individuals who most embody the ideals of professional advancement of their subject matter in a given year.

SID W. RICHARDSON FOUNDATION ENDOWMENT Trinity Valley School established the Sid W. Richardson Foundation Endowment in 2019 during its 60th anniversary celebration to honor the Foundation for its early support of the School.

In keeping with the Foundation’s strong passion for education, this fund supports teacher salaries.

THE ROSENTHAL FAMILY ENDOWED FUND FOR INNOVATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING This was established in 2012 by Billy and Rozanne Rosenthal, Madelyn Rosenthal ’02, Benjamin Rosenthal ’01, and Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld ’99 in recognition of the commitment and talent of Trinity Valley School’s dedicated faculty. The Fund supports teachers’ pursuit of creativity and innovation in teaching and learning.

SCHUMACHER/KYLE ENDOWED COACH’S AWARD Established in 2010, this award is voted on by Varsity athletes. They vote for the coach who has had the greatest impact on their lives.

ANNE BURNETT TANDY ENDOWMENT FOR FACULTY Trinity Valley School established the Anne Burnett Tandy Endowment for Faculty in 2019 during its 60th anniversary celebration to honor the legacy of Anne Burnett Tandy who supported the School in its early days. Mrs. Tandy was one of the School’s first contributors to our endowment. The fund supports faculty salaries per her request in 1978.

TVS ALUMNI ENDOWED FUND FOR FACULTY DEVELOPMENT Established in 2019 by TVS alumni, this fund recognizes the faculty of Trinity Valley School and supports professional development.

VASHISHT FAMILY TEACHER DEVELOPMENT FUND Naresh and Neeru Vashisht established this fund with the purpose of providing teacher development for Trinity Valley School.

This fund allows teachers to participate in many teacher-training conferences and educational opportunities.

FINANCIAL AID PAUL E. ANDREWS AWARD The Paul E. Andrews Award is given to a Trinity Valley School student with proven entrepreneurial spirit. This annual award was established by the corporate staff, regional vice presidents, and branch managers of TTI, Inc., in 1994.

THE BROWNLIE FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD Smith Brownlie established this award in 2019 in celebration of Trinity Valley School’s 60th Anniversary and in honor of his children Caroline ’06, Katherine ’09, and Carter ’11.

Mr. Brownlie valued the education they received at TVS and wanted to provide the same opportunity to other students. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

DOUG CARVEY MEMORIAL AWARD The Douglas Britt Carvey Memorial Award was established in 1995 by Frank P. Carvey, Jr., and Louise Britt Carvey in memory of their son

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Douglas Britt Carvey (Doug), who was a member of the 1970 graduating class at Trinity Valley School. This award was established in the spirit of Doug’s inquisitive and generous nature.

FIELDING CLAYTON MEMORIAL AWARD The Fielding Clayton Memorial Award was established by Fielding Clayton’s parents and her many friends as a tribute to her memory.

Fielding graduated from Trinity Valley School in 1980. In addition to her work, she was an active community volunteer at the time of her death in 1996. The award is designed to provide financial assistance to an Upper School student who exhibits academic excellence, leadership skills, and a love for and participation in athletics.

P. JOSEPH DRIGGERS MEMORIAL AWARD The Award was established in 2012 by Matthew Driggers (Class of 2020) in loving memory of his father. Joe was a caring, thoughtful, and generous man from humble beginnings with a love of learning and helping others. The purpose of the award is to annually provide tuition assistance to a new or current TVS student demonstrating financial need and a love of learning.

ELLERY AND EMILY EKLEBERRY, RYAN, NATALIE, AND SARAH MCGARTLAND FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Ellery and Emily Ekleberry, Ryan, Natalie, and Sarah McGartland Financial Aid Award was established by their mothers, Kristy Ekleberry and Kim McGartland Medley, in honor of their children, all of whom have benefited from the educational experience of Trinity Valley School.

Kristy and Kim have been very involved and interested in the life of the TVS community.

Both have a strong belief in financial aid and helping others attain the kind of education their children have received at TVS. The purpose of this award is to provide financial assistance to a Trinity Valley School student meeting the following criteria: The student should exemplify a love of learning, exhibit a positive attitude, and demonstrate conscientious effort. The student needs to show strength of character, involvement in school activities, integrity, and selfless service.

FARMER FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Farmer Family Financial Aid Award was established in 2012 by Katie and Jeff Farmer

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(Class of 1987). The Farmers value the education Trinity Valley School has provided their family and aim to help other students attain the TVS experience. The purpose of the award is to support children of Trinity Valley School alumni in need of tuition assistance. This award is given annually to an alumni family enrolling at least one child of any age at TVS.

DENNIS FLEMING FINANCIAL AID AWARD Jan B. and Lamar C. Smith established the Dennis Fleming Financial Aid Award in 2003 as an expression of appreciation for the outstanding leadership of Trinity Valley School Head of Upper School Dennis Fleming. Mr. Fleming joined the TVS faculty in 1977, as a History teacher and basketball coach. Soon after arriving, Fleming added the duties of college counselor to his many school responsibilities. In 1988, Mr. Fleming became head of the Upper School, and until 1995 he continued to do college counseling while overseeing the growth of the Upper School program. From 2007 until his death in 2009, he was associate head of school. Often remembered for his loud voice, students knew Mr. Fleming as a confidant, teacher, encourager, sports enthusiast, and friend. He was the type of school administrator who truly loved his students and had a strong desire for each student to succeed.

The purpose of the Dennis Fleming Award is to annually provide tuition assistance to a new or current Trinity Valley School student.

THOMAS W. FREESE MEMORIAL AWARD This award is given to a family with more than one child at Trinity Valley School, who has paid full tuition until changing circumstances found them qualifying for financial aid, and all things being equal, whose students participate in the athletic program. The annual award, established by friends and family of Tommy Freese ’76, acknowledges the increased burden of having multiple tuition payments for families with a previous record of commitment and responsibility to the school. This award will be made to the same family every year until one of the students leaves or graduates, or the family no longer qualifies for financial aid.

BYRON GAUNTT MEMORIAL AWARD The Byron Gauntt Memorial Award is an annual award established by family and friends of Byron Gauntt, Class of 1989. The award is given to a well-rounded student.

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THE GENOVESE/DOZIER FINANCIAL AID AWARD

GERRY KRAMER ALUMNI FINANCIAL AID AWARD

The Genovese/Dozier Financial Aid Award was established by Karen and Gary Dozier in honor of their son Joseph (Class of 2006) and in memory of Karen’s parents Clo and Vince Genovese, who stressed the importance of a strong educational foundation for their family. Karen and Gary especially appreciate the fine education Joseph received at Trinity Valley School. While at TVS, Joseph displayed a wide range of interests and talents, from athletics to music to politics to cancer awareness. This award is designed to provide financial aid to Middle or Upper School students who possess similar creativity, determination, and passion in pursuit of their interests and the betterment of the school.

The alumni of Trinity Valley School recognize and appreciate the education they received at TVS. It is the intent of the Alumni Association to aid in providing this experience to alumni children whose families require financial assistance.

Therefore, the Association established an award in 1996, which is awarded annually to an alumni family enrolling at least one child of any age at TVS. In 2007 Gerry Kramer, former teacher, head of Lower School, and associate head of school, retired. Many members of the TVS community made gifts to the school to honor Mr. Kramer’s 39 years of devotion and service. Mr. Kramer directed these gifts to the Alumni Award, and the Alumni Association voted to name the award in his honor.

CAROL AND RONALD GOLDMAN FINANCIAL AID AWARD

ELLA C. MCFADDEN FINANCIAL AID AWARD

The Carol and Ronald Goldman Financial Aid Award was established in 2011, by their sons, Craig ’87, Adam ’90, and Marc ’92, to honor their parents’ longtime support of Trinity Valley School and their decades of philanthropic efforts within the Fort Worth community. Not only were their three boys 13-year students, but Carol and Ronnie are now very proud TVS grandparents.

The purpose of the award is to provide annual tuition assistance to a Trinity Valley School student who lives in Fort Worth and whose family qualifies for financial aid.

TVS established this award in 2012 in celebration of Mrs. McFadden’s tremendous generosity to the school. Her legacy continues through the Ella C. McFadden Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of North Texas, and it reminds us that the power of one person can change lives for generations. The purpose of this award is to provide tuition assistance to a promising student.

IVAN KOVAC MEMORIAL FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Ivan Kovac Memorial Financial Aid Award was established by Dr. Leigh Ann Jenkins in loving memory of her brother-in-law, Ivan Petar Kovac.

Ivan was never happier than when speaking to others of the successes his son Joseph Ray, a 13-year student (Class of 2001), earned as the direct result of his education from Trinity Valley School. Ivan and his wife, Leslie, a faculty member from 1996-2018, chose TVS for Joseph after extensive investigation of available schools in Fort Worth. Ivan’s avid interests in the fields of technology and engineering created an engaging environment in the home and an appreciation for the academic rigors demanded by Trinity Valley School. The purpose of the award is to provide financial aid assistance to a TVS student in grades 1-4 demonstrating financial need and meeting the following criteria: the student should exemplify a love of learning, exhibit a positive attitude, and demonstrate conscientious effort.

ALBERT AND MARY LOU MENCHACA MEMORIAL AWARD The Albert and Mary Lou Menchaca Memorial Award was established in 1997 by Dr. and Mrs. John A. Menchaca in loving memory of his parents. Albert and Mary Lou Menchaca exemplified the best that parents can offer a child - as motivators, providers, and role models for their family. While they had limited access to formal education of their own, they truly valued the importance of education and were willing to make personal sacrifices for the benefit of their family. It is in this spirit that the Albert and Mary Lou Menchaca Memorial Award was created -- to help parents with similar drives and aspirations access quality education for their children. Yearly earnings from the Albert and Mary Lou Menchaca Memorial Award Fund will provide financial assistance to a disadvantaged Trinity Valley School student or students.

JAY & SCOTT MILLER FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Jay & Scott Miller Financial Aid Award was established by their parents, Laura and Tod Miller, in honor of their sons, Jay, Class of 2004,

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and Scott, Class of 2008, both of whom attended Trinity Valley School for 13 years. The Millers’ interest and involvement in the life of the TVS community have been enthusiastic, widespread, and always in the best interest of the School. The student receiving this award should meet the following criteria: integrity, service, leadership, strength of character, and involvement in the TVS community. The student needs to be well rounded with an interest in sports, or a student athlete who knows how to achieve success.

THE MINDELL FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Mindell Family Financial Aid Award was established in 2019, by Cheryl and Ken Mindell. In celebration of Trinity Valley School’s 60th Anniversary and Ken’s 50th reunion. Ken graduated from TVS in 1970 and has remained active in the school for many years including service on the Board of Trustees and as Endowment Chairman. Ken is a strong believer in the positive impact an endowment can make for a school and wants to ensure its growth.

Additionally, Ken is an avid supporter of financial aid. The purpose of this award is to support students in need of tuition assistance. This award is given annually to a student interested in science, technology, engineering, or math.

W.A. AND ELIZABETH MONCRIEF FINANCIAL AID AWARD Trinity Valley School established the W.A. and Elizabeth Moncrief Financial Aid Award in 2019 during its 60th Anniversary celebration to honor Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Moncrief for their early support of the School. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

SUZIE AND JIM MURRAY FINANCIAL AID AWARD In 2018, Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the estate of Suzie and Jim Murray.

From the gift, the Suzie and Jim Murray Financial Aid Award was established in recognition of their outstanding support of TVS. Their daughter Dr. Kathleen Dodd graduated in 1980 and believes that her parents sending her to TVS was one of the best decisions they ever made. Both Suzie and Jim always believed in sharing their blessings to help others. The purpose of this award is to support students in need of tuition assistance who would not otherwise have the opportunity for a TVS education.

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NAVIN NARAYAN AWARD The Navin Narayan Award was established in 2000 by family and friends as a memorial to the life and work of Navin Narayan. Valedictorian of the Class of 1995, Navin was selected as a Rhodes Scholar, a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and a 1999 summa cum laude graduate from Harvard. He was Vice Chair of the National Advisory Committee on Youth Involvement, and served as an International Humanitarian Law and International Services Instructor with the Red Cross. He received the Clara Barton Award, the highest award of the American Red Cross.

In addition, he was appointed to the Red Cross National Committee on Resolutions.

The award is designed to provide an opportunity for study at Trinity Valley School to a student from an underrepresented minority who best exemplifies Navin’s unique qualities and characteristics - compassion, leadership, intellectual curiosity, intelligence, humility, determination, and gentle ways. This award will annually provide full tuition and all other reasonable school-related expenses to its Upper School-aged recipient.

THE NEW YORK COMMUNITY TRUST/ DEWITT WALLACE FINANCIAL AID AWARD The New York Community Trust/DeWitt Wallace Financial Aid Award was established in 2019 to recognize historical gifts made in the 1980s by the DeWitt Wallace Reader’s Digest Fund at the New York Community Foundation. Dewitt and his wife Lila founded Reader’s Digest. In keeping with DeWitt’s strong passion for education, this award provides tuition assistance to a student whose family qualifies for financial aid.

PARENTS’ CLUB FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Parents’ Club Financial Aid Award was established by the 2009-2010 Parents’ Club Board through their Grants for Greatness program. The Parents’ Club Board and members are the backbone of TVS, and as a group are consistently enthusiastic and involved with efforts that are widespread and always in the best interest of the School. The purpose of the Parents’ Club Financial Aid Award is to provide financial assistance to a Trinity Valley School student demonstrating financial need and meeting the following criteria: the student should exemplify integrity, service, leadership, strength of character, and involvement in the

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FRED AND MABEL R. PARKS FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Fred and Mabel R. Parks Financial Aid Award was established in 2006 with the Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation. The award was created to honor the memories of Mr. and Mrs. Parks, who during their lifetime recognized the valuable role education plays in our society. The purpose of the award is to annually provide tuition assistance to a Trinity Valley School student whose family qualifies for financial aid.

RUTLEDGE AWARD The Rutledge Award was established in 2003 by Eunice and Robb Rutledge. The Rutledges have been staunch supporters of Trinity Valley School since the early 70’s when two of their children were TVS students, and Eunice served on the Board. They continued their involvement in later years through their grandchildren. The purpose of this award is to provide tuition assistance to a promising student.

FRED A. SANDERS AWARD The purpose of the Fred A. Sanders Award is to provide financial assistance to a Trinity Valley School student who exemplifies strength of character, exemplary citizenship, a positive classroom attitude, and involvement in the TVS community. The Fred A. Sanders Award was established in January 2007 by his family. The Sanders have two daughters who graduated from Trinity Valley School, Kathleen Sanders Wilson ’82 and Elaine Sanders Morris ’84.

SCHUMACHER/KYLE FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Schumacher/Kyle Family Financial Aid Award was established by the Schumacher/Kyle Family in 2010. Frank and Kathy Kyle are the parents of Corey ’04 and Kelly ’08, and Bob and Edith Schumacher are the proud grandparents.

The family established a financial aid award to provide assistance to a Trinity Valley School student meeting the following criteria, everything else being equal: a varsity or junior varsity athlete who embodies the ideals of character, leadership and integrity admired in athletes by Dennis Fleming. Dennis was a teacher, coach, principal, mentor, and friend to TVS students, faculty, and parents alike.

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THE SCHWARZ FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Schwarz Family Financial Aid Award was established by Pat and Herb Schwarz in memory of Herb’s parents, Dr. and Mrs. Edwin G. Schwarz. The Schwarz family has a long history at TVS. Herb served on the board when their children Gerry ’78 and Kay were students. Their grandchildren Zach '15, Zane '18 and Zoe '25 Schwarz and Katie Orth Seiken ’09 are also TVS Trojans. The fund provides tuition assistance to a student whose family qualifies for financial aid.

STEPHEN SELENY AWARD, A GIFT OF THE RYAN FOUNDATION This award, established by the Ryan Foundation in honor of founding Headmaster, Stephen Seleny, goes to a student who well represents the spirit of the ideal Trinity Valley School student.

DR. BILL SHELTON AWARD A Trinity Valley School family generously established the Dr. Bill Shelton Award in 1997 to honor the teaching career of Dr. Shelton and provide financial assistance to a deserving student. Dr. Shelton joined the Trinity Valley School faculty in 1984 as chairman of the history department. Students, alumni, parents, and faculty appreciate his warm interest and concern for the whole person and consider “Doc,” as he is affectionately called by his students, to be a friend. The Dr. Bill Shelton Award will annually provide tuition assistance to an African-American or Hispanic student enrolled in the Upper School program at Trinity Valley School.

THE SOLBERG FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD John Solberg, a former Trinity Valley School student, and Maeve Solberg established the financial aid award in memory of John’s mother, Barbara Solberg; his father and former trustee, Herbert S. Solberg; and his brother, Christopher Solberg (Class of 1979). The purpose of the Solberg Financial Aid Award is to provide assistance to a current TVS student or a student transferring to TVS from a public school. The student needs to be well-rounded with a focus in the arts or athletics and one who strives to achieve academic excellence.

STAR (SUCCESS THROUGH ACADEMIC READINESS) AWARD The STAR award was established by Janet Carter in 1997 to provide assistance to children who

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have attended inner-city schools. The award is designed to provide financial assistance to a student in grades five through 12. The student receiving the award must have attended an inner-city school for more than one year.

through four. The recipient should exhibit a love for learning, have a positive attitude and exemplary effort.

CHARLES L. AND ANN PENDLETON STEPHENS AWARD

The Crystelle Waggoner Financial Aid Award was established by the US Trust Department Bank of America, US Trust, on behalf of the Crystelle Waggoner Charitable Trust. The purpose of the Crystelle Waggoner Financial Aid Award is to provide assistance to a Trinity Valley School student meeting the following criteria: the student should exemplify leadership potential, commitment from family, and potential to enrich our school community leadership through diversity. All other things being equal, the recipient would be a female student in Middle School with the hopes of carrying that student through graduation.

In 2001, Ann Pendleton Stephens designated Trinity Valley School as the recipient of a gift from her estate. From the gift, the Charles L. and Ann Pendleton Stephens Award has been established as a tribute to the love and devotion Ann and her husband had for the School. Mr. Stephens was involved from the earliest days of the School, and all three of their sons attended in the 60’s and 70’s. Both were active volunteers, with Charles serving as board president in 1971. The purpose of the award is to annually provide tuition assistance to a new or current TVS student.

MARGARET COLLINS SULLIVAN FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Margaret Collins Sullivan Financial Aid Award was established in 1985 by George T. Sullivan in loving memory of his wife. Margaret was an English teacher in Fort Worth for many years and was regarded as a master teacher. Additionally, the Sullivans were close friends with the Freese and Rutledge families whose children attended TVS. Their friendship and Mrs. Sullivan’s love of teaching inspired this gift. The award supports a deserving student with exemplary citizenship who is active in the life of the school and has demonstrated financial need.

THE PRATIBHA AND RAJENDRA TANNA FAMILY FINANCIAL AID AWARD The Pratibha and Rajendra Tanna Family Financial Aid Award was established by Amar Tanna ’99 and Neel Tanna ’97 in 2014 in honor of their parents Pratibha and Raj Tanna. This award is designed to provide financial aid to a Trinity Valley student who adds to the ethnic diversity of TVS and who exemplifies integrity, compassion, intellectual curiosity, service, leadership, and strength of character.

ANDREW TRAN MEMORIAL AWARD Drs. Anthony Tran and Mylinh Vu joined with friends to create an award in memory of their son, Andrew Tran. Andrew was an enthusiastic second-grade student at the time of his death in 1997. The award is designed to provide financial assistance to a student enrolled in grades one

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CRYSTELLE WAGGONER FINANCIAL AID AWARD

GENERAL ALICE CURREY ARMER ENDOWMENT FUND Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the Alice Armer Estate in 1982. Alice’s son Lee Armer was a student at TVS in the early 1970s.

The Alice Currey Armer Endowment Fund was established in 2019 and supports general purposes.

THE STEPHEN SELENY ENDOWMENT FUND Established in 2018 from proceeds of sale of property given by an anonymous donor many years ago, the fund supports general purposes and honors Stephen Seleny, the School’s founding Headmaster.

TVS ALUMNI ENDOWMENT FUND Established in 2019 in celebration of the School’s 60th Anniversary, this fund supports general purposes.

PROGRAMMING LOUISE CANAFAX ENDOWMENT In 2014, Trinity Valley School was the recipient of a gift from the estate of Louise Canafax, and from the gift, the Louise Canafax Endowment was established. Louise was a professional violist, leader in the Fort Worth arts community and devoted TVS music teacher for more than 30 years. The endowment supports the Lower School music program.

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THE LOWE FOUNDATION ENDOWMENT FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Established in 2016 through a gift from The Lowe Foundation, this special fund supports performing arts programs at Trinity Valley School, specifically in instrumental music. This endowment recognizes the important cultural learning experiences students gain through the performing arts and honors Cypress Yost (Class of 2028) and Mary Carson Yost.

MCCALLUM FAMILY ENDOWED TOE FUND Jack and Dana McCallum, through an endowed gift, donated this award in honor of longtime TOE Director Bob Schofield. Established in 2010, this fund supports stipends for faculty members who volunteer their time to be with students on overnight TOE events and supports funding for special needs of the program in general.

RUTLEDGE SCHOLARSHIP AND LECTURE FUND The primary purpose of the Rutledge Scholarship and Lecture Fund is to annually provide the resources necessary to underwrite the appearance of an exceptional speaker. It is the Rutledge family’s desire that the speaker address interesting topics that will both inform and entertain the members of the Trinity Valley School family.

TVS DANCE ENRICHMENT ENDOWED FUND Created in 2014 with an initial gift from Katharine McCallum (Class of 2013) to establish a legacy for TVS Dance. It is McCallum’s intent that others will contribute additional support to assure a focused and lasting impact for generations. This fund will advance and enrich TVS Dance’s vibrant and dynamic programs.

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STUDENTS JAN BUTNER ENDOWED MEMORIAL AWARD The Jan Butner Memorial Award was established in 1985, and is given annually to the junior student who best displays the qualities of enthusiasm, dedication, and class in support of athletics. The award was renamed the Jan Butner Endowed Memorial Award in 2019 after being endowed.

STEPHEN SELENY TRAVEL ENDOWMENT The Stephen Seleny Travel Endowment was established in 2017 with gifts from several families to increase the number of TVS students who can have transformative experiences on our Trojans Abroad Programs. Students participating in Upper School International Trips and TOE Beyond Trips are eligible to apply for funds within this endowment.

MARY JO SLOANE HUMANITARIAN AWARD The aim of the Mary Jo Sloane Humanitarian Award is to recognize and reward a student of outstanding scholastic ability and sterling character. This scholarship is awarded to a member of the graduating class of Trinity Valley School, particularly one who has demonstrated keen interest and promise of ability in the health profession. Mary Jo Sloane was a true humanitarian with unswerving integrity. This gift is an annual grant of $1,000 and is presented at Trinity Valley School’s graduation ceremony.

CHRISTIE THORNTON MEMORIAL AWARD This award was established in memory of Christie, a member of the Class of 1991, and is presented to a member of the graduating class who displays intelligence, independent thought, creativity, and a genuine humanitarian conviction.

It is based strictly on merit, and the recipient is selected by a standing committee.

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Our inaugural pre-kindergarten class at our Founders Day, celebrating 60 years of TVS!

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