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The Magazine of Wesleyan School Volume 11 • Issue 2 • Spring 2015
2014-2015 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mark Adent Rob Binion, chairman Charlotte Beltrami Land Bridgers Chris Brown Dan Cowart Steve Deaton Diane Duane Erika Laughlin Dan Kane Tom Menefee Mike Nicklaus Mary Ramsey Paul Robertson Frank Simpson Bill Stark Danny Strickland Anna Tanner Bill Warren Bob Worthington Chris Cleveland, ex-officio
Emeritus Trustees Sherri Austin Betty Crawford Alice Ramsey Bronson Smith Raymond Walker Emeritus Headmaster Zach Young
Wesleyan Magazine is published by the Communications Department of Wesleyan School and printed by Bennett Graphics. MAGAZINE STAFF Chris Cleveland Headmaster Chad McDaniel Director of Communications Alice Macgill Communications Specialist
PHOTOGRAPHERS Rebecca Kennedy ’02 Nina Kozlova Alice Macgill Brian L. Morgan Kelly Morris
PROOFREADER Kendra Morris
Mamie McIntosh Graphic Designer Special appreciation goes out to the alumni, faculty, parents, and staff of Wesleyan School, whose contributions make this magazine successful. Comments, inquiries, or contributions should be directed to Chad McDaniel, Director of Communications, cmcdaniel@wesleyanschool.org.
Our Mission: Wesleyan’s mission is to be a Christian school of academic excellence by providing each student a diverse college preparatory education guided by Christian principles and beliefs; by challenging and nurturing the mind, body, and spirit; and by developing responsible stewardship in our changing world.
ON THE COVER: Front: Seniors Michael Veal & Christian Scott in the Commencement processional. Inside: Sarah Lim (5th) & Lindsay Godard (5th) Back: Laurel Lee Chatham (9th)
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Letter from the Headmaster 3 Graduation 12 Student Life 26 Missions 30 Athletics 35 Fine Arts 41 Faculty 49 Alumni
“I am thankful to parent and work in a community that values children and openly relies on Jesus Christ.”
or this edition of the Wesleyan magazine, I was asked to write from the perspective of a Wesleyan parent, which is easy, because I am one. What is difficult is deciding what, exactly, to write about as a parent. I have heard it said that parenting today is more difficult than at any other time in history. I disagree. I think that parenting during the Great Depression must have been quite difficult, when parents faced the desperation of not knowing how to provide food and shelter for their children. Being a parent during World War II had to have been daunting as parents surely wondered if the end of the world as we knew it was on the horizon in the face of tyranny and evil. Raising a child during the tumultuous years of the mid to late 1960’s, when every established norm of our culture was being challenged, had to bring with it a new level of parenting difficulty. No, these are not the most difficult times to be a parent, but I do believe parents have never been more anxious than we are today. If I am correct and parents today are more anxious than ever, the questions we need to answer are why and what can we do to combat the transfer of our anxiety onto our children. Because, in addition to parents being more anxious than ever before, all indicators are that our children’s anxiety is at an all-time high, as well. In order to answer the question of why are we so anxious, one only needs to stop and take a look at the world in which we live. It is not for the faint of heart. While other generations of parents have surely faced the unpredictability and financial pressures we all face today, none has ever done so in a culture that moves at the pace we see each day. Change in and of itself brings with it a certain level of anxiety. When you accelerate the rate of that change to unprecedented levels, it will take its toll. In fact, we have become so accepting of the speed of change in our culture that we aren’t even conscious of the stress it creates in us each day. 2
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Identifying the stress is one thing, but what are we to do about it? While actively looking for ways to create margin in our lives is healthy, we can’t simply check-out of life. I do not pretend to have the answers for you, but I will offer three ideas for your consideration. First, simply try to be aware of the fact that, regardless of your circumstances, you are under stress. Second, come to grips with the fact that your children will perceive your stress and will wear your anxiety. As adults, we have developed many coping mechanisms to deal with our stress–some healthy and others not. But, our children do not have the emotional maturity or life experience to know how to handle the anxiety in their lives. We do them no favors by seeking to insulate and isolate them from the realities of this world, but, likewise, we can harm them if we transfer our adult stresses onto their developing hearts and minds. So, modeling becomes critically important in this area, and we must demonstrate to them with our actions a healthy response to stress. Finally, the absolute best thing we can do for our children is to pray for them. We often see prayer as a weapon of last resort, but there can be no higher privilege or more powerful parenting tool than to lift up our children in prayer on a daily basis. I am thankful to parent and work in a community that values children and openly relies on Jesus Christ. The reality is that, in a world that is constantly changing around us, Jesus is the same, yesterday, today, and forever. That is good news indeed, and a wonderful antidote to the stress of this world. For His Glory,
Chris Cleveland Headmaster
COMMENCEMENT - The Stark family in attendance for graduate, Christian (12th)
COMMENCEMENT - Brendan Abernathy (12th) & faculty member, Greg Lisson
COMMENCEMENT - Riley Henning (12th) & Maggie Dryden (12th)
GRADUATION 2015 On Saturday, May 23, 104 Wesleyan seniors became alumni. Faculty member, Chris Yoder, spoke at Friday evening’s Baccalaureate Service at Dunwoody United Methodist Church. Chairman of the Board, Rob Binion, spoke at Commencement on Saturday morning. Daughter, Hannah, is his last child to graduate from Wesleyan.
COMMENCEMENT - Jay Bell (12th) & Caroline Baisier (12th) BACCALAUREATE - Mary Elizabeth Burke (12th) & Caroline Mitchell (12th) perform a duet.
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COMMENCEMENT Headmaster Chris Cleveland COMMENCEMENT - Danielle Summers (12th), Tucker Sutlive (12th), Cade Tamel (12th), & Tony Taylor (12th)
BACCALAUREATE - Worship service at Dunwoody United Methodist Church
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GRADUATION:
speech excerpts
BACCALAUREATE ADDRESS
COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS
“As you stand on the brink of what some refer to as ‘the real world,’ I want to implore you to make yourself uncomfortable…Getting uncomfortable and relying on faith enabled me to experience the power of God’s grace, and it’s where I received a true education…
“As a parent and trustee, I don’t know a lot about your academic background, what your favorite courses were, or how you did in calculus or physics. But I do know that you were introduced to God and the gospel of Jesus Christ at every turn as you journeyed through Wesleyan. You were reminded about the servitude and love of Jesus every day with JOY banners, your teachers’ favorite scripture, scripture on your t-shirts, and scripture lessons in Bible class. The JOY banners were a constant reminder that eventually you would have to answer the invitations from God. So, I do know this—if anybody throughout this city graduating from high school this month knows what God’s invitation looks like and how that invitation will be presented, Wesleyan graduates do!...
Chris Yoder
“Graduates, when you arrive on your college campuses this summer, look for ways to get uncomfortable. Find a perpendicular path from that of the crowd. Live outside of yourself and engage in the community. I guarantee, if you do these things, you will look back on your college experience and know that you underwent a fruitful season of growth and renewal.” “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2)
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Rob Binion
“Regardless of when and how you say ‘Yes’ to God along the way, I pray that you learned more than anything else that God will love you no matter what answer you give to Him. His grace and unconditional love is not an invitation to ignore Him. It is a gift of freedom and of truth like no other!”
TO READ THE SPEECHES IN FULL, VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/GRADUATION2015
SALUTATORY ADDRESS
VALEDICTORY ADDRESS
“Perhaps the greatest gift Wesleyan has bestowed upon us seniors is that of purpose. I have really enjoyed watching my fellow students find something they are truly passionate about, whether it be serving as student leaders for middle school mission trips, picking up a new sport for senior year, or just about anything. This graduating class is full of talent, and I think we have only seen the beginning of what is possible…
“Looking into the foggy future, we recognize the responsibility of being adults, and that is a terrifying thought. How can we transform this anxiety into confidence and courage?...
William Lee
“Talent alone is not enough. We had people come along beside us and teach us how to hone our talent. Now it’s up to us to take our talent and impact others at the next level. As we cross the stage, let’s reflect on how we arrived here, and let’s seize the mantle of responsibility and aspire to reach new heights.”
Audrey Short
“Often we are presented with two choices: Option A—a go-with-the-flow ideology, or Option B—a rigidly plannedout life. Both extremes can be dangerous ways to navigate through life. If we live without a framework, we will end up in places and situations that might prevent us from achieving our fullest potential. But, on the other hand, if we over-structure our lives, how can we ever experience new ideas and prospects that will help us to evolve and mature? We need to find that balance. Have a plan, but do not be opposed to change… “We are standing on the precipice of our adult lives. As we walk across this stage, we step over the edge into our exhilarating and terrifying futures. We will experience freedom and independence like never before. This is our time. This is the time for us to realize who we were always meant to become.”
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GRADUATION:
lasting legacies
Malcolm Powell (Advisory Trustee) & Christian Adams
Frank (Former Trustee) & Jay Bell
Charlotte (Trustee) & Sam Beltrami
Callie ’12 & Emma Bivings
Deborah (Faculty) & Joseph Brown
Tradd ’10 & Carolina Cannon
Haley ’10 & Will Collins
Jake ’13 & Caroline Cusick
Detra (Former Trustee), Brendan, & Elise ’12 Abernathy
Rob (Trustee), Hannah, Barrett ’09, & Robert ’05 Binion
Rachael ’09, Diane (Trustee), Bruce, & Hannah ’12 Duane
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES FOR THE CLASS OF 2015 University of Alabama Amherst College Anderson University – South Carolina Auburn University Baylor University Belmont University Berry College Birmingham-Southern University Boston University
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Brenau University University of California Carson-Newman University Centre College Chapman University Clemson University College of Charleston Columbus State University Covenant College
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University of Dallas University of Denver Eastern Kentucky University Eckerd College Elon University Emory University – Oxford College Florida State University Furman University The George Washington University
Emily ’13 & Daniel Dardaman
Kristin ’12 & Ryan Davis
Victoria ’13 & Meredith DiStasi
Charlie ’13 & Grace Fragakis
Jonathan ’14 & Carson Guess
Caitlin ’12 & Susanna Healy
Justina ’10 & Monica Ho
Ryan ’09 & Trey Jackson
Andrew ’11, Lauren, & Katie ’13 Frerking
Georgetown University Georgia College Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia Regents University Georgia Southern University Georgia State University University of Georgia Gordon State College Grinnell College
Susan (Former Trustee), Maddie, & Abbie ’12 Frye
Hampden-Sydney College University of Kentucky Lafayette College Louisiana State University Loyola University – Chicago Maryland Institute College of Art Mercer University Miami University of Oxford University of Miami
Matt ’04, Elizabeth ’09, Garrett, Brittany ’06 Gottlich; Malcolm Powell (Advisory Trustee)
University of Michigan University of Mississippi Morehouse College New York University University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill North Carolina State University University of North Georgia Oglethorpe University University of Oregon
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Stuart ’14 & Stephen Johnson
Margaret ’13 & Katherine Day Kent
Sarah ’13 & John Krause
J.P. ’08 & Katie McLaughlin
Bryan ’05 & Sam McWhorter
Jake ’13 & Cory Miller
Lucille Wrenn (Former Staff) & Caroline Mitchell
Gracie ’08 & Hope Morgan
Lindsay ’13 & Taylor Panther
Trent ’13 & Conner Perry
Caroline ’09 & Hale Porter
Zach ’11 & Rene Rindik
Hope (Faculty), Luke, & Jake ’09 Hedrick
Polly ’13, Rhodri, & Emily ’11 Howell
Anthony ’12, Rebecca, & Rich ’08 McMurry
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES FOR THE CLASS OF 2015, continued University of Pennsylvania Pepperdine University Purdue University Reinhardt College Rhodes College University of Richmond
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Roanoke College Rollins College Saint Louis University Samford University University of San Diego Sewanee: The University of the South
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University of South Carolina University of Southern California Southern Methodist University St. John’s University Stetson University University of Tampa
Drew ’12 & Rachel Ritter
Ian & Maddy ’13 Robinson
Sarah ’13 & Nathan Settlage
Spencer ’11 & Audrey Short
Cody ’13 & Kristin Solomon
Sam ’14 & Kate Straker
Danny (Trustee) & Savannah Strickland
Carter Brunelle ’05 & MacKenzie Sullivan
Barry ’12 & Tucker Sutlive
Joe (Faculty) & Cade Tamel
Grayson ’11 & Maddie Turnbull
Colin Sylvester ’08 & Michael Veal
Kaitlin ’11, Holly, & Liz ’10 Shinn
Texas Christian University University of Texas at Austin Tulane University United States Naval Academy Valdosta State University Vanderbilt University
Jamie ’12, Billy ’04, Christian, & Bill (Trustee) Stark
The University of Virginia Wagner College Wake Forest University Washington and Lee University Washington State University Washington University in St. Louis
Marissa ’13 & Natalie Vivori
Webster University University of West Georgia Western Carolina University University of Wisconsin Wofford College Xavier University
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GRADUATION:
college decisions UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA Carolina Cannon Sarah O’Kelley AUBURN UNIVERSITY Hannah Binion Will Collins Trevor Dimock Caroline Durham Katherine Day Kent John Krause Cory Miller Taylor Panther Austin Schneider Savannah Strickland Edmund Wang AMHERST COLLEGE Stephen Johnson BAYLOR UNIVERSITY Daniel Dardaman Andrew Sabonis-Chafee MacKenzie Sullivan BELMONT UNIVERSITY Zack Kaloper BERRY COLLEGE Sydney Romer BRENAU UNIVERSITY Caroline Mitchell UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE Adrienne Lee CLEMSON UNIVERSITY Ryan Davis Bruce Duane Hannah Ghafary Drew Jones Jon Joseph Tal Presley Rene Rindik Ian Robinson COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY Hope Morgan ELON UNIVERSITY Nikki McDonald
EMORY UNIVERSITY – OXFORD COLLEGE Afoma Afobunor Ryan Shin Jassy Singh UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA Brendan Abernathy, Honors Program Hayley Alexander Sam Beltrami, Honors Program Maggie Dryden Kaitlin English Michael Gargus Alex Harpole, Honors Program Susanna Healy, Honors Program Kim Heng Regan Lochmandy, Honors Program Katie McLaughlin Holly Shinn, Honors Program Kristen Solomon Kate Straker Michael Veal Natalie Vivori GEORGIA COLLEGE Avery Carpenter Rebecca McMurry Connor Perry GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Casey Bell Emma Bivings Erin Boyd Mary Elizabeth Burke Caroline Cusick Lauren Frerking Maddie Frye Carter Hall Monica Ho Gwyn Lando Hale Porter Nathan Settlage Will Sharon GEORGIA REGENTS UNIVERSITY Jayla Jones Cade Tamel GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Luke Hedrick Rhodri Howell Trey Jackson Kendra Koetter
FUN FACT: In April, Wesleyan hosted the Atlanta Invitational Case Studies Program, which brought 1,026 students and parents and representatives from 68 different colleges to campus. The students represented 16 Atlanta area schools. Every classroom in Wesley and Cleghorn Halls was used as a mock admissions office where students and parents could see actual admissions files and how different colleges evaluated applicants.
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GORDON STATE COLLEGE Joseph Brown GRINNELL COLLEGE Reggie Bynum LAFAYETTE COLLEGE Ollis Robinson MIAMI UNIVERSITY OF OHIO Audrey Short, Honors Program UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI Cole Brown Grace Fragakis, Honors College Garrett Gottlich Ashby Lincoln MOREHOUSE COLLEGE Jaylen Clarke UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL Jahmai Jones UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA Leila Jordan Tucker Sutlive UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA William Lee RHODES COLLEGE Danielle Summers SAMFORD UNIVERSITY Carson Guess Sam McWhorter Christian Stark Christian Scott UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO Riley Henning SEWANEE: THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH Christian Adams Andrew Gargus UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA Rachel Ritter Maddie Turnbull TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY Austin Leath Michael Smart UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY Andrew Sauer Tony Taylor VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY Jordan Zimmerman THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Meredith DiStasi Vivian McCoy WAGNER COLLEGE Jay Bell WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY Caroline Baisier
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COLLEGE ADVISING:
statistics
for the class of 2015
GA TECH AUBURN
TOP COLLEGE CHOICES
73%
of the class received at least one scholarship offer excluding HOPE
acceptance rate for students that applied to CLEMSON, FURMAN, and SEWANEE in 2015
Auburn has admitted of our students over the past FUN FACT:
STUDENTS ATTENDING: Baylor, Naval Academy, Sewanee, TCU, and UVA STUDENT ATTENDING: Amherst, Grinnell, Lafayette, UNC, UPenn, Vanderbilt, and Wake Forest
$ 4.741 MILLION IN MERIT AND NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
Several statistics point directly to the rigor of Wesleyan’s academic program and our reputation within the admissions offices of our state universities: Georgia Tech has accepted fewer and fewer students overall each year. Five years ago, they accepted 51% of students who applied; this year, that number was only 31%. The acceptance rate for Wesleyan students has routinely been over 60%; this year, 74% of our seniors who applied were accepted. Over the last five years, the University of Georgia’s acceptance rate has declined to 51%. The acceptance rate for Wesleyan students has averaged 65-72%. This year, 70% of Wesleyan students who applied were admitted. The average SAT score for Tech’s entering class was 2140; the average SAT for accepted Wesleyan students was 1998. Tech’s overall average entering ACT was a 31.5; for Wesleyan, the average was a 29. The average SAT for UGA’s entering class was 1985; the average for accepted Wesleyan students was 1914. UGA’s average ACT was a 30; Wesleyan’s average was a 29. UGA’s average entering GPA was 3.95; Wesleyan students were accepted with an average GPA of 3.87.
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STUDENT LIFE:
lower school SPIRITUAL LIFE WEEK - Pre-First teacher Jessie Williams & students
SPIRITUAL LIFE WEEK - The Skadoodles: Tim Cowles & “Gigi”
FUN FACT:
During February’s Spiritual Life Week, lower school students were treated to the hilarious ministry of Tim and Amanda Cowles and The Skadoodles. Parents were invited to join their children in Austin Chapel each day; everyone had lots of fun worshipping together during this memorable and enriching week.
VOLCANO PROJECT - Frankie Nicklaus (3rd) watches as her volcano erupts in science class.
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SPIRITUAL LIFE WEEK - Caroline & Evie (K) Jeffords
BOOK FAIR- Prinicipal Jason Erb with Koen Deadwyler (K) & Joseph Kwon (K).
TO VIEW MORE PICTURES FROM APRIL’S FOURTH GRADE BOT EXPO, VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/BOTEXPO
BUSINESSES OF TOMORROW EXPO Fourth graders showed-off their entrepreneurial skills at the 7th annual BOT Expo on April 9. The culmination of a 12-week Instructional Technology class unit, the Expo showcased students’ proficiency with programs such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and online web design. Our young business owners created a business idea and developed their unique mission statement, logo, slogan, pricing, and website, then pitched their concept to “investors” at the Expo.
Jay Manley (4th)
Event organizer and Instructional Technology teacher, Michael Mann, said, “To me, it’s a creative way to teach computer skills, and I think it’s authentic to our students because they take ownership of their business.”
Kate Adent (4th)
FIRST GRADE CHICKS HATCH - Alex Ratliff (1st), Ella Dekreek (1st), & Katelin Browder (1st)
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TO VIEW MORE LOWER SCHOOL PHOTOS, VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/LSPHOTOS
ELECTRICITY UNIT - Michael Brown, retired Executive Vice President of Customer Service & Operations at Georgia Power and grandfather to Addison Braswell (3rd), speaks to third grade students about electricity generation and power transmission.
AFTER SCHOOL - Cam Brammer (3rd) whips up a treat at the afterschool cooking class this spring.
PIZZA ON THE QUAD - Parents & students enjoy this new after-school tradition.
TALENT SHOW - L-R: Fourth grade students Henry Moreland, Joseph Laurite, Ben Jackson, & Jay Manley
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DINO DIG - Michaela Alvarez (PF) plays archaeologist during Mrs. Williams’ Dino Dig.
FUN FACT:
For their Earth Day project, Mrs. Jackson’s class used their iPads to photograph and journal Wesleyan wildlife found along the cross country trail.
Olivia Noel (2nd) & Alex Allgaier (2nd)
Lydie Barnett (2nd)
EARTH DAY - Anne Jackson instructs Ryan Cowart (2nd) & classmates to, “Be very quiet!”
Sam Walden (K) & Joyce Podojil
Maddox Gartland (1st)
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FUN FACT:
Part service project, part economics study unit, first grade classes made “Boo-Boo Bunnies” for the children of Sheltering Arms day care center. Students filled out job applications for positions along the “bunny factory” assembly line – moms and dads could always be counted on to write a glowing reference! Each washcloth bunny was wrapped around an Easter egg filled with a Hersey’s Kiss and an encouraging note sure to brighten the day of Sheltering Arms’ pre-schoolers! BOO-BOO BUNNIES - Henry Anderson (1st) & Brendan Wright (1st)
THEN AND NOW - Lex Stolle (K)
PASSPORT CLUB WORLD MARKET - On May 15, students including Jackson Murphy (4th) & Thomas Chipman (4th) shopped at the “Market” with the “bucks” they earned on Passport Club test days.
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CATAPULTS - Lilly Surber (2nd), Britain Bridgers (2nd), & Lily Miller (2nd) launch marshmallows with their catapults created in Mrs. Cooper’s science class.
PASSPORT CLUB WORLD MARKET - Assistant headmaster, Ramona Blankenship, fourth grade teacher Fiona Owen ’03, & Brynn Bazemore (4th)
STUDENT LIFE:
middle school
FIELD DAY - Win Moreland (7th)
FUN FACT:
Middle school students love Field Day! During this day of outdoor games and friendly competition, each grade is divided into four teams which vie for the titles of grade-level and overall champion. This fun spring tradition began over 19 years ago on our Sandy Springs campus. Abby Weatherly (7th) said, “I love Field Day because you get to spend the day outside, play games, and hang out with teachers and friends you don’t get to see every day.”
CHRISTIAN LIFE RETREAT - In May, seventh & eighth grade students spent a weekend rafting the Ocoee River and enjoying time together in the mountains.
FIELD DAY - Matt Free (6th) watches as Maddie Plunk (6th) & Elizabeth Bertram (6th) give it all they’ve got in the three-legged race.
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TO VIEW MORE MIDDLE SCHOOL PHOTOS, VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/MSPHOTOS SERVICE - The middle school Omicron Service Society sponsored a food drive to benefit the Norcross Cooperative Ministry. Eighth graders help load the donations.
STUDENT AMBASSADORS - Fifth grade boys serve as tour guides to prospective families at Open House. L-R Back: William SabonisChafee & Hampton Huggins. L-R Front: Aidan Conley, Christian Drayer, Stafford McDaniel, Aidan Staley, & Bond Surber.
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPELLING BEE - Jane Leake & James Moleta honor the “Top 3” spellers, Mackenzie Madison (5th), Matthew Plunk (8th), & Austin Frank (6th).
SNEAK PEEK DAY - Eighth graders got a preview of high school classes earlier this year. Stephen Mihalko demonstrates how much fun his Robotics class can be.
EIGHTH GRADE SEMI-FORMAL DANCE - Everyone loves the “Cupid Shuffle.”
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5TH/6TH STUDENT COUNCIL SOCIAL - Matthew Jones (5th) & Connor Carroll (5th)
CLASSROOM - Terri McCarren teaches outside.
Griffin Caldwell (5th), William Sabonis-Chafee (5th), & Greyson Dempsey (5th)
5TH/6TH STUDENT COUNCIL SOCIAL - Students at the Hawaiian luau.
INTERNATIONAL WEEK Senior Latin affairs editor for CNN Worldwide and correspondent, Rafael Romo, shared his experiences covering the world’s news with our middle school students. “As a journalist, I often report on dark - and sometimes dangerous realities,” he said. “The Bible, though, calls us to be a light in the darkness.” He showed students assignment footage, telling them, “I like my job because it allows me to bring justice to those who otherwise can’t find it.”
CNN Correspondent, Rafael Romo
Aidan Conley (5th)
Mr. Romo grew up in Mexico, and came to America at 18 to learn English. A U.S. citizen since 2012, he encouraged students to learn all they can about what’s happening beyond our borders. “Pay attention to world affairs,” he counseled.
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Mikayla John (7th)
Matthew Morse (6th)
7TH/8TH NEON NIGHT SOCIAL - Eighth grade Student Council members with sponsor, Barbara Lewis. L-R: Nick Frame, Chloe Hangartner, Quinn Kaloper, Annie Cowart, Ashley Doran, Maddie Tapp, Jennifer Nolan, & David Anderson.
student awards Harrison Larner, Jack Michael Menefee Leadership
HIGHEST ACADEMIC AVERAGE
Jennifer Nolan, Raymond L. Abernathy Citizenship
Fifth Grade: Carson Ballard, Nadia Thieriot
Ashley Doran, Exceptional Improvement
Sixth Grade: Austin Frank, Maggie Simmons
Matthew Stainback, Service
Seventh Grade: Andy Yang, Lindsey Mains
Callie Weaver, Dean’s Award
Eighth Grade: Ian Venktesan, Mary Ann Manley, Jennifer Nolan
EIGHTH GRADE HONORS
Stevie Crawford, Dean’s Award Liam Coxhead, Sportsmanship - Athletic Ability Caroline Burke, Sportsmanship - Athletic Ability Andrew Pridgen, Fine Arts Esther Williams, Fine Arts
READING Hana Cobia, Fifth Grade Top Reader Jake Lundstedt, Sixth Grade Top Reader Andy Yang, Seventh Grade Literary Guild Hannah Sterling, Eighth Grade Literary Guild Esther Williams, Eighth Grade Literary Guild
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STUDENT LIFE:
high school SENIOR HONORS DAY - Chris Cleveland with Brendan Abernathy (12th), the recipient of the AJC Cup, Wesleyan’s highest student award.
Juanita Tyler, Natalie Hamlin (9th), & Gracie Mitchell (9th)
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE - Casey Bell (12th) takes time out of the busy school day to donate blood.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE - Juniors Drew Aspinwall & Adaku Onwuka in lab with Jason Scheer.
Maggie Borbone (11th), Jordan Argilagos (11th), & Leo Mateu (11th)
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LAST DAY OF CLASS - Senior Economics & Government students celebrate their last day of class by playing wiffle ball in the quad. L-R: Tucker Sutlive, Hale Porter, Trey Jackson, Reggie Bynum, Cory Miller, Joseph Brown, Connor Perry, Carter Hall, Kendra Koetter, Savannah Strickland, & faculty member, Chris Yoder.
FUN FACT:
Ms. Kozlova’s AP Physics students study buoyancy the fun way—in boats they construct from cardboard and duct tape. Class teams design, name, and decorate their “vessels” which must carry at least one team member, stay afloat for 60 seconds, and navigate an entire lap of the natatorium pool. Not every boat survives the entire challenge… but, with a test grade on the line, most students stay dry!
PHYSICS “FLOATS YOUR BOAT” - Tal Presley (12th) captains his boat in the natatorium pool.
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SENIOR TRIP by Greg Lisson, Director of Christian Life
Senior Trip marks the final chapter of the Wesleyan experience. As trip leaders, we do all we can to make this a memorable week of adventure for our seniors; we go white-water rafting, skiing, hiking, horseback riding, and rappelling. We also spend time in worship, small-group discussion, and in fellowship. We play together, laugh together, and occasionally cry together. Our goals for the week are three-fold. First, we want each senior to have one more opportunity to encounter Christ. Second, we further equip them for the challenges of college and beyond. And—most importantly—we encourage each of our seniors to continue to see the world, themselves, and others the way that God sees them. This is why we are so committed to Senior Trip. This is why we spend months in preparation and load over 100 students and eight faculty on a plane to Denver. This is why we cram into buses to drive hours through the plains of Colorado. Because, as we have found each year, when we spend time together in the majestic Collegiate Peaks of the Rocky Mountains, our students are able to see themselves, each other, and God more clearly.
Caroline Cusick, Katherine Day Kent, & Hayley Alexander rappel and rock climb near Trail West.
Joseph Brown, Hayley Alexander, Kate Straker, & Carolina Cannon raft the Arkansas River.
Holly Shinn & Maggie Dryden
Every year, Greg Lisson leads a group of adventurous student hikers up Red Deer Mountain toa height of 12,000 feet. On the 2015 Senior Trip, they were unable to make the trek due to eight inches of snowfall.
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TO VIEW MORE HIGH SCHOOL PHOTOS, VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/HSPHOTOS
Abraaz Khan (11th) & Riley Thomson (K)
FUN FACT:
PROM - Amy and Franklin Pridgen, can always be found on the Prom dance floor.
Mrs. Smith’s pre-calculus classes love organizing the lower school “school store” each spring. High school students partner with kindergarteners to teach them how to count coins and calculate the amount of change needed to buy fun “gifts.” It’s a great activity for all!
CHRISTIAN LIFE SKI RETREAT - Elizabeth Ostwalt (11th), Holland Sharon (11th), & Emma Parrish (11th) hit the slopes in Winterplace, West Virginia.
RED CARPET PREMIERE - Rachel Parrish (10th) & Angela Yang (10th) pose for the paparazzi at the premiere of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
KINDERGARTEN STORE - Glenn Hogan (11th) & Bryce Greene (11th) help kindergarten students tally their purchases.
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SERVICE - Caroline Gross (9th) & Anna Kate Johnson (9th) tutor students at the Corners Outreach after-school program.
CHAPEL - Tegan Pienaar from Johannesburg, South Africa gives a devotion. He remains a friend of the school after meeting students on the 2013 Wesleyan summer mission trip.
student awards SENIOR HONORS
UNDERCLASSMAN HONORS
Brendan Abernathy, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Cup
Chase Kelly (11th), Barbara Adler Award
Andrew Sabonis-Chafee, Kathy Benson Faculty Cup
Tyler Harper (11th), Dean’s Award
Maddie Frye, Wesleyan Award
Sophia Strickland (11th), Dean’s Award
Tony Taylor, Dean’s Award
Carter Gravitt (11th), The Arts Award
Caroline Baisier, Dean’s Award
Ryan Hughes (11th), Outstanding Achievement
Sam Beltrami, Development and Initiative Award
Kylie Reed (11th), Outstanding Achievement
Riley Henning, DAR Citizenship Award
Cedric Lynch (11th), Most Valuable Athlete
Audrey Short, Valedictorian
Cairo Booker (11th), Most Valuable Athlete
William Lee, Salutatorian
Chapman Pendery (10th), Outstanding Achievement
Alex Harpole, Servant Leadership Award
Grace Chapman (10th), Outstanding Achievement
Vivian McCoy, Jayne Burns Excellence in the Arts
Jeb Brown (9th), Outstanding Achievement
Adrienne Lee, Jean Raney Artist of the Year
Kelsey Rappe (9th), Outstanding Achievement
Ryan Shin, John Philip Sousa Award Caroline Mitchell, Choral Excellence Award Jay Bell, Wolf Player Freedom Award Christian Stark, Most Valuable Athlete Lauren Frerking, Most Valuable Athlete
BOOK AWARDS Emma Anderson (11th), Sewanee Award for Excellence in Writing Anna Brown (11th), Harvard University
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Ninth Grade: Daniel Baisier, Erin McConnell Tenth Grade: Callen Davidson, Angela Yang Eleventh Grade: Martin He, Hannah Peterson
Benjamin Johnson (11th), Wake Forest University Chase Kelly (11th), Yale University Clare McKeon (11th), Williams College Hannah Peterson (11th), The University of Pennsylvania Katie Von Bargen (10th), Rhodes College Christopher Walton (11th), Vanderbilt University
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STUDENT LIFE:
missions Sarah Dryden (10th) & Gabby Hernandez (10th)
ATLANTA
WHERE: Clarkston, Georgia and various places throughout the city of Atlanta MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Proskuneo Ministries and the Guess Family (in Clarkston), Stand Up for Kids, Bright Futures, Church on the Street, City of Refuge/Restoration Atlanta (RATL) FOCUS: Our trip was an opportunity for our students to learn more about how people live in various places within our own city. We partnered with organizations that work with the homeless and refugees. Our primary focus was to show Christ’s love to the people we served. Additionally, we did some painting, gardening, packing, and organizing of clothing donations, and assisted with childrens’ art classes.
BULGARIA WHERE: Sofia, Bulgaria
MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Young Life Bulgaria, 5th School, & 13th School FOCUS: Our trip was for kids who wanted to dig in and build deep relationships with students of similar ages in Sofia. Each day we travelled to two schools to get to know kids through playing games, doing crafts, and teaching them basic English. At the beginning of the week, we attended a Young Life club that was run by the Young Life Bulgaria staff. At the end of the week, the our team ran the entire club by themselves. L-R: Taylor Panther (12th), Kate Straker (12th), & Jeffrey Willis (11th)
Kylie Reed (11th)
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Maddie Frye (12th)
CHATTANOOGA Middle School WHERE: Chattanooga, Tenessee MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Widows Harvest Ministry through Son’s Servants FOCUS: We took 31 amazing eighth graders to do home repairs and yard work at the homes of widows in the Chattanooga, St. Elmo, and Flinstone, Georgia area. We spent time visiting with the widows and attended their weekly Bible study luncheon and prayed with them.
L-R: Caroline Gracey (8th), Megan Bielan (8th), Ian Venkatesan (8th), Hayden Jones (8th), & Bennett Harrison (8th)
Nathaniel Jackson (8th)
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC BOYS WHERE: San Pedro de Marcois, Dominican Republic
MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Youth with a Mission and Fellowship of Christian Athletes FOCUS: Within four days, the team built a four-room house with a secure roof, door locks, windows, and electricity. We also conducted a sports clinic for students at a local school.
Tucker Cannon (11th)
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC GIRLS WHERE: San Jose, Dominican Republic MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: SCORE International FOCUS: Our trip was very relational as we partnered with the McClure family in their efforts to reveal Christ to the community. Our team held movie nights, decorated a preschool, performed Bible skits, played sports, made home visits, and loved on the community members.
Allison Loach (11th)
Maguire WIlder (10th)
Camille High (11th) & Karley Welch (10th)
GUATEMALA BOYS
WHERE: We served in the small community of Chicojl, about 30 minutes outside of San Pedro Carcha, Guatemala. MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Bridge Builders FOCUS: During our week in Guatemala, we helped construct a retaining wall for a water tank in the village. We also worked with kids in classrooms at their after-school program and played sports with them. It was a great experience!
Henry Collins (11th)
Jordan Argilagos (11th)
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GUATEMALA GIRLS WHERE: Santa Apolonia, Guatemala
MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: Bridge Builders
Sydney Weissman (11th), Regan Lochmandy (12th), & Maggie Borbone (11th)
FOCUS: This all-girls trip served a Compassion International school in Santa Apolonia, Guatemala. Our time was spent teaching English and Bible and helping to build three additional classrooms for the school. Wesleyan was the first American school to serve here; after three years, we have seen tremendous improvement and continued progress at the school. Our team was also able to visit local homes in the community.
L-R Back: Sarah O’Kelley (12th), Emma Parrish (11th), Regan Lochmandy (12th), Anna Roy (11th), Kali Jones, Lilliana Bardi (11th), & Holland Sharon (11th). L-R Front: Amelia Davis, Rebecca McMurry (12th), Sheridan Davenport (11th).
Maddie Jones (11th)
PANAMA
WHERE: Panama City, Panama MINISTRY PARTNERED WITH: SCORE International FOCUS: During our trip, we led vacation Bible school activities for the children of various different indigenous tribes outside of Panama City. Not only did we play soccer and make lots of crafts, but were able to tell Bible stories and share Bible verses with the many kids we met and worked with.
Jordan Mack (11th)
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ATHLETICS:
highlights William Delk (10th) WRESTLING - The Wesleyan wrestling team finished third in Area 4-AA, and placed 13th at the AA State Championships. The team was led by sophomore, William Delk (fifth at state), and freshman, George Bielan (fourth at state).
Jaylen Clarke (12th) BOYS BASKETBALL - Our varsity boys basketball team showed much improvement this season, compiling an 11-14 record. Though the team will miss the senior leadership of Jaylen Clarke, Christian Scott, and Reggie Bynum, the program has a bright future, as many major contributors were underclassmen.
FUN FACT: The basketball Lady Wolves won the program’s eleventh state championship, a Georgia record.
GIRLS BASKETBALL - Wesleyan’s girls basketball team finished the season as every team hopes to - a state champion! The Lady Wolves compiled an impressive 24-7 season record. On March 6, in the final game of the state tournament, they recorded a decisive 45–31 win over previously unbeaten and nationally-ranked Holy Innocents’.
Luke Hedrick (12th) SWIM & DIVE - The Wesleyan boys and girls swim and dive teams each had great seasons, finishing 13th and 11th, respectively, at the 1A-5A state meet. The committed group of senior captains set the standard for performance, hard work, and leadership this year. In a highlight of the season, Abby Gardner (10th) successfully defended her state title in diving.
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Coaches Megan Trotter, Jonathan Nye, & Kevin Kadzis with divers Abby Gardner (10th) & Kate McCahan (10th) at the state meet.
CHEERLEADING - Wesleyan’s varsity winter cheerleading team had a fun season as they helped to make every boys and girls basketball game a great experience. The tight-knit group of seven girls enjoyed working together, encouraging each other and the basketball teams, and adding to the overall spirit of Wesleyan.
Adaku Onwuka (11th)
BASEBALL - The varsity baseball team finished a successful season by winning the AA State Championship on Memorial Day before 2,000 faithful fans, family, and friends. The team was a perfect 10-0 during their playoff run, in which all games were played at home on Donn Gaebelein Field. This is the program’s first state championship since 2010 and fourth overall. On their way to the playoffs, the Wolves were crowned region 6-AA champions, the first region title since 2010.
Alissa Yang (9th) GIRLS GOLF - The girls golf team finished the season as region 6-AA champion and AA state runner–up for the second consecutive year. The team was led by sophomore, Alissa Yang, who captured her first individual AA state championship to go with her 6-AA individual region championship.
Geoff Taylor (11th) BOYS GOLF - The boys golf team finished fifth this season in a very tough region. The Wolves were led by senior, Rhodri Howell, who paced the team with the lowest match scoring average. The future looks bright, as a strong group of seniors will lead the way next year, along with some talented underclassmen.
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Gwyn Lando (12th) GIRLS LACROSSE - The girls lacrosse team finished the season 10-7 and made their third consecutive appearance in the playoffs. The team continued to improve by earning a third place ranking in Area 3. Senior captains, Audrey Short, Carson Guess, Gwyn Lando, and Meredith DiStasi will be greatly missed next year.
Ryan Davis (12th) BOYS LACROSSE - The boys lacrosse team finished the season with a record of 14-4, tying for second in Area 3 and qualifying for the playoffs. It was a great team effort this year, led by six seniors who brought the program back to the state playoffs.
Carolina Cannon (12th)
Will Sharon (12th) BOYS SOCCER - The boys soccer team finished the season as the AA state runner-up. Halfway through the season, the team had a record of 4-6 and many had doubts about them making the state tournament. But, the team hung together, persevered, overachieved, and finished with an 8-3 record and a run to the state finals.
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GIRLS SOCCER - The girls soccer team went to the state playoffs for the seventh year in a row, finishing in the Final Four for the third consecutive year. The Lady Wolves ended the season ranked third in the state with a 13-5-1 record—two of their five losses came in overtime. The girls were led by five seniors: Hope Morgan, Regan Lochmandy, Taylor Panther, Rene Rindik, and first-year player, Carolina Cannon, who recorded nine shutouts in goal this season.
BOYS TENNIS - Wesleyan’s varsity boys had several great matches against a tough line-up of opponents. Senior captain, Edmund Wang, led the boys with five singles wins, and senior captain, Ryan Shin, contributed at number two doubles. The boys’ season ended with an intense match against Holy Innocents’ that could have easily gone to either team. Patrick English (10th)
Tony Taylor (12th)
GIRLS TENNIS - Led by senior record-holders Kaitlin English, Leila Jordan, Katie McLaughlin, and Savannah Strickland, Wesleyan varsity girls had an incredible season. The girls entered postseason play with a 12-1 record, and went on to capture the region championship against Lovett before meeting them again at State. The Wolves ended the season as state champion; this is the program’s second state title, and its first since 2001.
BOYS TRACK & FIELD - The boys track and field team won the region, beating GAC by 37 points. While the state meet did not bring the same success, there were a few highlights, including the fifth-place finish by the 4x100m relay team of Drew Jones (12th), Jordan Argilagos (11th), Cedric Lynch (11th), and Jordan Mack (11th).
NATIONAL LETTER OF INTENT & ACADEMY COMMITMENTS:
Hope Morgan: Columbus State University, soccer Andrew Sauer: United States Naval Academy, baseball Tony Taylor: United States Naval Academy, football
PREFERRED & INVITED WALK-ONS:
Alex Harpole (12th) GIRLS TRACK & FIELD - The girls track and field team wrapped-up a great season by finishing second at the Class AA state meet in Albany. The Wolves scored in nine events for a total of 62 points. The highlight of the meet was the first-place finish by the 4x400m relay team of Maddie Jones (11th), Kylie Reed (11th), Sutton West (9th), and Cairo Booker (11th).
Reggie Bynum: Grinnell College, basketball Lauren Frerking: Georgia Tech, volleyball Kendra Koetter: Georgia Southern University, volleyball Sam McWhorter: Samford University, baseball Christian Stark: Samford University, football Danielle Summers: Rhodes College, basketball Ollis Robinson: Lafayette College, football
GEORGIA TECH CHEER SQUAD:
Mary Elizabeth Burke, Caroline Cusick, Maddie Frye
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spring 2015 awards At the time of publication, not all individual and team awards had been announced. Please see www.wesleyanschool.org/newsandnotes for complete information.
INDIVIDUAL
COACHING
TJ Anderson (10th): All-County, soccer
Malcolm Anderson Assistant Coach of the Year (Gwinnett County)
Cairo Booker (11th): All-State, GTO AllCounty, basketball; State Champion (4x400), All-County, track and field Molly Bradach (9th): All-County, lacrosse Meredith DiStasi (12th): All-County Goalie of the Year, lacrosse Kaitlin English (12th): All-County, tennis Abby Gardner (10th): Class AA State Champion, GDP Diver of the Year, All-State, diving Benji Johnson (11th): All-County, soccer
Jan Azar AJC AA Coach of the Year, GTO Coach of the Year, GDP Coach of the Year Marc Khedouri AA Classification Athletic Director of the Year, Region 6-AA Athletic Director of the Year Brian Krehmeyer Atlanta Braves 400 Club Coach of the Year Chad McDaniel Macon Sports Hall of Fame inductee
Jahmai Jones (12th): Gwinnett Dugout Club Player of the Year, baseball Maddie Jones (11th): State Champion (4x400), All-County, track and field Leila Jordan (12th): All-County, tennis Zack Kaloper (12th): All-County, lacrosse Nikki McDonald (12th): GTO Player of the Year, AJC All-State, AA Player of the Year, AJC Gwinnett 1st Team, All-County, basketball Abigail Mitchell (10th): All-County, soccer Kylie Reed (11th): State Champion (4x400), All-County, track and field Andrew Sauer (12th): Gwinnett Dugout Club All-County, Atlanta Braves 400 Club All-Star, baseball Will Sharon (12th): All-County, soccer Rawley Smith (9th): All-County, lacrosse Sophia Strickland (11th): All-County, tennis Sydney Weissman (11th): All-County, lacrosse Sutton West (9th): State Champion (4x400), State Runner-Up (high jump), All-County, track and field Wylie West (11th): All-County, lacrosse Alissa Yang (9th): Class AA State Champion, All-State, golf
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TEAM Baseball Class AA State Champion, Region 6-AA Champion Boys Soccer Class AA State Runner-Up Boys Track and Field Region 6-AA Champion Girls Basketball Class AA State Champion Girls Golf Class AA State Runner-Up, Region 6-AA Champion Girls Soccer Class AA Final Four Girls Tennis Class AA State Champion, Region 6-AA Champion Girls Track and Field Class AA State Runner-Up Wesleyan School Region 6-AA Sportsmanship Award
FINE ARTS:
lower school
Jameson Meyer (2nd), Cole Williams (2nd), Hardy Krehmeyer (2nd), & Ryan Cowart (2nd) sing with the lower school Choristers at the Wesleyan Artist Market.
Leah Stickney (K)
Sandwich art by Ms. Loftis’ third grade class. Left: Charlotte Ferdon (2nd)
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FINE ARTS:
middle school
Matthew Plunk (8th) & the cast of Joseph & the AmazingTechnicolor Dreamcoat.
Andrew Pridgen (8th) as Joseph in Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
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Annie Langenbeck (5th)
McKenzie Keeler (8th)
L-R: Laura Von Bargen, Andrew Pridgen, Caroline Burke, Amanda Doane, Will Rainwater, Callie Weaver, Annie Cowart, & Ashley Doran sing at their last chapel as eighth grade students.
Lizzie Stainback (7th) sells handmade cards at her Wesleyan Artist Market booth.
L-R Back Row: Hampton Huggins (5th), Caroline Archer (5th), Hana Cobia (5th), Kendrick Archer (5th), Ansley Eigel (5th), Anna Rae Copeland (5th). L-R Front Row: Ella Rayburn (5th), Lily Morris (5th), Marisa Lambert (5th), Gray Bradach (5th).
spring 2015 awards BAND
CHORUS
District Honor Band
GMEA All-State Chorus
Hunter Darsey (8th), Jack Norris (8th), Will Rainwater (8th), Jamie Roberts (8th), Sarah Shin (7th), Felicia Wang (6th)
Aubrey DeAugustinis (7th), Rachel McFarland (7th), Adam Rogers (7th), Dylan Sullenberger (8th)
All-State Band Felicia Wang (6th)
Large Group Performance Evaulation (LGPE) 5th/6th Grade Chorus Superior (2), Excellent, Overall Superior
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FINE ARTS:
high school Lilliana Bardi (11th)
Jay Bell (12th), Madison Lloyd (9th), & Caroline Cusick (12th) perform in the Wolf Players production of Flowers for Algernon. Seniors Hayley Alexander, Ryan Shin, & Holly Shinn lead the Chapel Band.
Olivia Larner (11th), Brooks Lalley (9th), Andrew Sabonis-Chafee (12th), Sid Brendel (10th), & Carter Gravitt (11th) perform in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
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Jay Bell (12th), Patterson Beaman (8th), & Bo Powell (2nd) star as Charlie Gordon in Flowers for Algernon.
TO VIEW A VIDEO OF THE FINE ARTS DAY PERFORMANCE VISIT WWW.WESLEYANSCHOOL.ORG/GALLERY
Above & Right: The Drumline performs on Fine Arts Day 2015.
Bryce Greene (11th), Xavier Cooper (10th), Bruce Duane (12th), & Zach Green (10th)
Middle and high school Visual Arts Exhibit 2015
FINE ARTS IN COLLEGE Casey Bell: Georgia Tech, percussion in the Yellow Jacket Marching Band Jay Bell: Wagner College, Theatre Scholarship, BA in Theatre Performance Erin Boyd: Georgia Tech, saxophone in the Yellow Jacket Marching Band Bruce Duane: Clemson University, clarinet in the Tiger Band Hannah Ghafary: Clemson University, Graphic Design Susanna Healy: University of Georgia, flagline in the Redcoat Marching Band Vivian McCoy: University of Virginia, drumline in the Cavalier Marching Band Caroline Mitchell: Brenau University, Theatre Scholarship Andrew Sabonis-Chafee: Baylor University, Theatre Distinguished Scholarship and Theatre Distinguished Advantage Scholarship Kristen Solomon: University of Georgia, Theatre
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spring 2015 awards BAND
VISUAL ARTS
District Honor Band
ALL-STATE ART SYMPOSIUM
Erin Boyd (12th), Michelle Tan (9th), Abby Yang (10th)
District Level Winners Marti Duke (11th), Hannah Ghafary (12th), Carson Guess (12th), Martin He (11th), Susanna Healy (12th), Monica Ho (12th), Micayla Kane (11th), Allison Loach (11th), Chandler Marsh (11th), Katie Roth (11th), Savannah Strickland (12th), Nicole Villa (10th), Alissa Zhu (11th)
CHORUS District 13 Honors Chorus Sid Brendel (10th), Carter Gravitt (11th), Leandro Haddad (9th), Abrianna Harris (10th), Anna Ree (10th), Emily SabonisChafee (10th), Jessie Smith (10th), Alexis Wildermuth (10th)
THEATER Shuler Hensley Awards
Georgia High School Musical Theater Awards All nominations were for the production of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Nominations Cast: Best Show Stopper Steven Broyles (faculty): Scenic Design, Lighting Design Brock Derringer (faculty): Music Direction Andrew Sabonis-Chafee (12th): Best Performance by a Supporting Actor Kristen Solomon (12th): Costume Design Honorable Mentions Cast: Best Overall Production, Best Ensemble Jay Bell (12th): Best Performance by a Leading Actor Steven Broyles (faculty): Best Direction Garrett Huggins (9th): Best Performance by a Supporting Actress Stephanie Simmons (faculty): Best Choreography
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State Level Winners Marti Duke (11th), Allison Loach (11th), Savannah Strickland (12th), Alissa Zhu (11th)
GEORGIA CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION District Level Winners Sophia Kim (10th): Awarded art scholarships from The Art Institute of Atlanta and Savannah College of Art and Design. Received award from U.S. Congressman, Tom Price, and her artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
SCHOLASTIC ART AWARDS Martin He (11th): Gold Key, state; National Medalist Monica Ho (12th): Gold Key, state Adrienne Lee (12th): Gold Key Chandler Marsh (11th): Gold Key, state
GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ SHUTTER SENSE & NON-SENSE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Marti Duke (11th): Emotive category, 2nd Nicole Villa (10th): Emotive category, 1st
SOUTHERN TEACHERS AGENCY STUDENT ART CALENDAR CONTEST Lilliana Bardi (11th): Selected for publication in the 2015-16 STA Academic Calendar which is distributed to hundreds of schools in the south.
FACULTY:
retirements “Carol has a constant desire for learning which she passes on to our students. Her dedication has been tremendous throughout our fourteen years of teaching together.” - Claire Graham
2000 - 2015
WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT?
Carol Evans
My next chapter will not include carpool or lunchroom duty! I am looking forward to trying to keep up with my 86 year-old mother and taking bridge lessons.
DESCRIBE YOUR ROLES AT WESLEYAN?
My role as Teaching Assistant developed into a true partnership with Mrs. Graham. It was very exciting to work under phenomenal school leadership and alongside teachers as they created a strong academic and Christian environment. Serving on mission trips was another wonderful part of my tenure.
FAVORITE WESLEYAN MEMORY?
My favorite Wesleyan memories will always be introducing books to first graders that they have not read before. I have loved making history and geography come alive each day by reading to students.
2000 - 2015
Mary Gossett
“Many school nurses care for their students medically, but Mrs. Gossett does so much more. She is always there for me, ready to help with a smile.” - Harrison Larner (8th)
DESCRIBE YOUR ROLES AT WESLEYAN?
My first role at Wesleyan was as a parent when we enrolled our two oldest boys at the Sandy Springs campus in the fall of 1993. When I started working at Wesleyan in 2000, my job was two-fold—lower school secretary and lower school nurse. In addition to taking care of sick students and keeping track of health forms, I took attendance, answered the phone, and delivered messages by walking to the specific trailer (no email back then…). As the campus grew, I was able to focus on what I loved most—nursing—and eventually took on the responsibilities of Department Chair for Health Services. I coordinated CPR training, organized flu shots, and helped oversee the blood drive and AED program. After thirteen years in the lower school, I moved to the middle/high school clinic. I enjoy working with the older students as I try to help them recognize when their symptoms are serious and they should be seen by a doc-
tor, or whether they just need to take care of themselves and get more rest. I have always treated each student as if they were my own child and enjoy hearing about the activities they’re involved in. I will miss my relationships with the students most. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT?
Spending time on things I need to do (exercise, organizing) and things that I enjoy, such as being with family and friends, travelling, and exploring what untapped artistic ability may lie inside me. FAVORITE WESLEYAN MEMORY?
There are too many to list, but I will always cherish the great feeling I get when my interaction with a student has made a positive impact in their life.
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2008 - 2015
Robin Meleky
“Robin has a heart for five year-olds; her patience and humor with them is matched only by her determination that they love Jesus and learn the Bible.” - Nancy Jones
DESCRIBE YOUR ROLES AT WESLEYAN?
Besides my role as classroom teacher, I have served on schoolwide and lower school committees, and as the kindergarten grade chair. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT?
For the first time in 44 years, I won’t have a lesson plan book to schedule my weekdays! I’m looking forward to being able to vacation in September and January and plan spur-of-the-moment trips to see my family. Television programs that end after 9:00pm will be a new experience. I know God has wonderful
things planned for me and I can’t wait to see where they will lead. FAVORITE WESLEYAN MEMORY?
My fondest memory of Wesleyan will be of sitting each morning with my kindergarten students and reading our Bible story for the day. As we discuss what we learn, it is amazing to see how the children grow and mature in their understanding of God’s love and Jesus’s saving power.
1999 - 2015
Cherie Schofield
“Cherie clearly loves her students, but does not coddle them. She understands her role in preparing them to be problem solvers and independent thinkers.” - Sidney Tucker
DESCRIBE YOUR ROLES AT WESLEYAN?
I have always taught eighth grade algebra. For the past three years, I have had the honor of teaching Advanced Algebra. I have served as the middle school service faculty co-sponsor since I was hired. I am the MATHCOUNTS faculty advisor, and administer the math contests for the Georgia Mathematics League and the American Mathematics Contest. WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT?
Not having deadlines to meet and an alarm clock to dictate my weekdays! I am looking forward to spending time with
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my husband, travelling, and moving to a new home in a 55+ community. FAVORITE WESLEYAN MEMORY?
I’ve really appreciated the concern and care the entire Wesleyan community has offered during my health issues. My fondest memory is of when I returned to Wesleyan after surgery for breast cancer and a group of my eighth grade students lined up and made an arch for me to go through as they cheered my return!
2000 - 2015
Phil Stalvey
“Phil works behind the scenes to help build and maintain all of Wesleyan’s immaculate grounds and pristine facilities. He will definitely leave his positive stamp on our campus.” - Billy Coxhead DESCRIBE YOUR ROLES AT WESLEYAN?
I have had the pleasure of being the Director of Buildings and Grounds for 15 years—I started with a department of six, two screwdrivers, and a few wrenches. We had three brick and mortar buildings at the time and a sea of trailers which we called M.E.U.s (Mobile Education Units). We now have a staff of 25 in the department and a small hardware store at the Annex to repair most anything on campus. It was a lot of fun for me over the years to watch everything grow and fine-tune all the moving parts that keep Wesleyan operating and looking the way it does.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT?
I look forward to my future with my wife in our house on Lake Sinclair, watching sunsets on the dock, and growing old together in our slice of paradise. FAVORITE WESLEYAN MEMORY?
Other than working with the most amazing staff, the things I will miss the most are football Friday nights, Hoedown, allstaff worship, and this jaw-dropping campus. I’m so blessed to have known a ton of great parents and students and been a part of their experience at Wesleyan.
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faculty honors STEWARDSHIP AWARD
WILL JACKSON AWARD
Awarded by the division principals to a faculty member for Service Above Self.
Ashley Stainback
Awarded by the athletic department to honor an individual who has given unselfishly of his or her time, and modeled dedication, commitment, and heart to the athletic program at Wesleyan.
Middle School
Mary Willson Schill
High School
Laura Siron
Lower School Eric Damm
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FACULTY:
years of service
FIVE YEARS L-R: Carey Morgan, Mary Stephenson ’04, Chad Simmons, Laura Archer, Jessie Williams
FIFTEEN YEARS L-R Back: Marc Khedouri, Franklin Pridgen, Eric Damm L-R Middle: Willie Osomoto, Andrea Shupert, Terri McCarren, Jorge Nunez L-R Front: Carol Evans, Pat McCoy, Pamela Sanchez Not Pictured: Mary Gossett
TEN YEARS L-R Back: Linda McElwaney, Andy Free, Dorothy Sulsberger L-R Front: Brian Krehmeyer, Jane Widner, Jane Leake
TWENTY YEARS Julie Rosenkranz
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FACULTY:
BIRTHS:
update
children & grandchildren
OWEN MICHAEL BROOKER Son of Jacob & Meagan Brooker April 23, 2015; 7 pounds, 12 ounces
LUCY CAROLYN KENNEDY Daughter of Zach & Rebecca Kennedy ’02 March 27, 2015; 8 pounds
AVA SERENA PODOJIL Granddaughter of Jim & Joyce Podojil March 23, 2015; 7 pounds, 5 ounces GREYSON SMITH POPE Grandson of Greg & Pam Smith March 25, 2015; 7 pounds, 5 ounces
JACKSON RICHARD TREFZGER Grandson of Richard & Carole Crighton May 12, 2015; 7 pounds, 5 ounces
IN MEMORIAM: faculty & parents LISA BERRY March 18, 2015 Mother of Evan (7th) & Eric (6th) Wife to Jim
RONNIE RIDER May 19, 2015 Father of Lee Rider, 8th grade Boys Chair
KEVIN RUDDER February 8, 2015 Father of Lily (9th) Husband to Heidi
GEORTZIA STEENEKAMP August 1, 2014 Mother of Michael (8th) Wife to David
VANESSA SUMMERS January 16, 2015 Mother of Danielle (12th) & Grant (8th) Wife to Kevin
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FACULTY & FRIENDS:
memoriam
REMEMBERING THOSE WHO SAID “YES”
Gwen Cleghorn by Zach Young, Headmaster Emeritus
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wen was at Westminster the entire time I was a student there (1959 - 1968). After I joined Westminster’s administration in 1980 as Director of Development, we developed a new, collegial relationship. The work that she did writing letters of recommendation and advocating for girls applying to college was what amazed me most about her. She could capture the essence of a person and express it in writing better than anyone. The vignettes she related about our applicants always perfectly captured each girl. Nothing escaped her notice and the smallest detail could be used to make the essential point at the heart of the matter. What an amazing talent for expression she had. Wesleyan’s success in its early years was directly attributable to Gwen. She gave the school an academic identity that no one else could have—especially me. When I asked her to take on the leadership of the new high school as well as the role of academic dean, she agreed, only so long as she did not have to discipline the students. I actually begged her to take the job. She had already led Wesleyan as a consultant through its very first SACS accreditation, and helped write the mission statement that still stands today. The board liked her. When she consented, I knew Wesleyan had a real chance for success. We were hiring as many as 30-40 employees a year in the beginning and Gwen had to approve of any and all before they came to me. What a job that was, but because of her Westminster and other connections, it was amazing who knocked on our door wanting to work at Wesleyan.
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Our families, teachers, and students all knew that they were being led by the ultimate caring professional. She was a gentle academician who took a deep interest in the children in our care. When Wesleyan named the high school building for her, we really were acting for all of the schools and families that she touched in her career by permanently associating the Cleghorn name to an edifice on our campus. The burgundy Mercury Marquis that she drove during those years at Wesleyan was constantly parked outside of the building that would eventually bear her name. Of God’s many acts of grace in my life, one of the most cherished was the hour I spent with her in her sunroom just two weeks before she passed away. We held hands (as she would often do in conversation), sat on the sofa together, and talked while the warm rays of a bright winter sun shone through the windows. She apologized for her hair not being done the way she wanted. We talked about schools, former colleagues, loved ones, and about God’s true promises to us through Jesus. She told me she was not sure that this was the end for her, but if it was, she was ready. No tears, only smiles. She wanted me to come back again, but it wasn’t to be. She went too quickly. All of us are unique and English grammarian Gwen would agree that there is no such superlative as “uniquest.” But she was one-of-a-kind. She was the “uniquest” person I’ve known. We shall not see her likes again until we, too, cross over to the place Jesus has prepared for us. Well done, Gwen, good and faithful servant.
Ida Akers Morris
Frances Woodruff DuBose
Ida Akers Morris & Frances Woodruff DuBose by Matt Cole, Executive Headmaster for Major Gifts & Planned Giving
da Akers Morris and Frances Woodruff DuBose both lived into their mid 90s. Each was the epitome of the Southern lady—quiet, dignified, understated, helpful in their husbands’ careers, and devoted to the betterment of those around them. Even in their years as widows, they sought ways to be of service to others. They could often be seen helping their friends with shopping and doctor’s visits, and always reached out with a kind word. Both understood the importance of faith, God, and family, and were steadfast Wesleyan supporters. Ida Akers was a native Atlantan, but moved to Coral Gables, Florida after her marriage to Allen Morris. Allen ran a successful real estate development company in the Miami area and was an active member of the civic community, serving as president of the Orange Bowl. Ida supported Allen, but carved her own way as a strong Christian leader of Granada Presbyterian Church, a trustee of Montreat College in North Carolina, a friend of Billy Graham, and a long-time mentor to women prisoners at the Miami Dade County jail. Her generosity to Montreat, Campus Crusade for Christ, and Wesleyan exemplify her service above self. Ida’s Wesleyan ties were strong; she relished her visits to campus to see great-grandchildren, Jay (12th) and Lauren (9th)
Bell, and her grandson Nate Rupp, a former Wesleyan faculty member. Her grandson, Frank Bell, is a former member of the Wesleyan board. Her family’s generosity made possible the Morris-Bell Quadrangle in front of Wesley and Cleghorn Halls. Frances DuBose, known her whole life as Duffie, was a native of Columbus, Georgia and moved to Atlanta after she married insurance executive, Beverly DuBose. She supported Beverly in his role as a partner in Johnson and Higgins, the oldest insurance brokerage firm in the nation, entertaining insurance executives from Lloyd’s of London and around the world. Duffie and Bev were very generous with both their time and money to Egleston Children’s Hospital, the precursor of Children’s Healthcare. Duffie was a quiet—but forceful— leader of the Atlanta History Center which housed the DuBose Civil War Collection, the Historic Westville living history museum, and the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation. She and Bev were communicants of the Cathedral of St. Philip. Duffie’s granddaughter, Lindsay Smith Bays, was a member of Wesleyan’s Class of 2000, and her son-in-law, Bronson Smith, was a member of the board of trustees and currently serves as an emeritus trustee. The DuBose Dining Hall was named in honor of their long-standing commitment to Wesleyan.
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PARENTS:
events ARTIST MARKET
WESLEYAN ARTS ALLIANCE • APRIL 30 - MAY 2, 2015
What a show! The 17th annual Wesleyan Artist Market featured over 100 professional, faculty, student, and alumni artists and generated record-breaking sales. As always, students were part of the creative process. In an Artist Market “first,” students on spring mission trips were provided basic art supplies with which the children they were serving created simple drawings. Market co-chair, Wendy Staley, created a special gallery wall using this artwork and trip photos. Another creative collaboration was the art piece that anchored Yancey Gym. It was made up of over 2,100 3x3 squares colored by our K–12 students and assembled into two hands forming a heart. “It was a delight to host all of the artists and to share their terrific talents with our Market guests,” said co-chair, Liz Moore. “A well-deserved ‘thank you’ goes to all of the volunteers who helped put on a terrific event!”
GALA AUCTION WESLEYAN PARENTS CLUB • MARCH 28, 2015
Over 550 parents, guests, faculty, and administrators enjoyed a fun night of fellowship at the Gifts in the Garden Gala Auction, held at the historic Buckhead Theater. Thanks to generous sponsors and auction patrons, over $200,000 was raised; proceeds will help fund the purchase of new iPads for the lower school and provide student financial aid support. Event co-chairs, Laura Edge, Kristin Golub, and Catherine Anne Thomas, led the year-long volunteer planning effort. Catherine Anne said, “One of the most delightful things about the 2015 Gala was that many Wesleyan alumni cheerfully served their alma mater as event volunteers. Many parents remarked that their faith in our school was reinforced by seeing these young adults in action.” Part-party, part-fundraiser, the biennial Gala is always muchanticipated and well-supported by our school community. Many thanks to everyone who helped make the 2015 Gifts in the Garden Gala Auction an evening to remember! 48
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ALUMNI:
profile EDUCATION ADVOCATE
Cornelia Sage ’03
After graduating from Wesleyan, Cornelia earned a bachelor’s degree from Colby College in Maine, where she majored in history and Spanish. She completed her master’s program in International and Comparative Education at New York University last year and currently works in Ghana promoting professional development for teachers and educational opportunities for young girls.
HOW DID YOU DEVELOP AN INTEREST IN WORKING IN EDUCATION?
This is my third year with the program and I have lived in Ghana since June 2014. My job duties are varied—I organize and conduct training for the participants, act as the liaison between NYU and our partners at the local university, work with the teachers one-on-one on leadership development, and am in charge of communications. For the past year, my chief duty has been data collection and analysis, as we seek to measure the impact of our teacher leadership training and student education programs.
I also love to travel and work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. I knew I wanted to work internationally because gender inequality is more prevalent in developing countries— more girls than boys don’t attend school, they are forced into marriages as children, and are not afforded the same opportunities as men to pursue higher education or compete for decent jobs. So, with all these thoughts swirling around in my head— gender inequality, the power of women, the need for education, the desire to travel—I enrolled in NYU’s International Education Program.
As a side project, I have started a girls’ soccer team. Local schools offer athletics, but the programs are irregular and the girls’ teams are often canceled due to lack of staff or funding. My team, the Unique Girls Soccer Stars, is the first free girls’ club team in town. I am working with two Ghanaian teachers; we have organized a team of 22 girls from four different schools. Since many of the girls come from impoverished homes, we regularly provide the basics of food and water. We have also purchased cleats for all of the girls. Thanks to Wesleyan and a generous donation by Lacy Gilbert, we now have two sets of jerseys!
I love learning and helping others learn. After college, I worked as a history and Spanish teacher and soccer coach at Girls Preparatory School in Chattanooga, Tennessee; it was there that I discovered my passion for empowering young women. My students showed me what intelligent and strong girls could accomplish together. They inspired me to want to help other girls and women find their voice and achieve great things.
CAN YOU SHARE A LITTLE BIT ABOUT WHAT YOU’RE DOING NOW?
I work for NYU as a program coordinator and research scientist for the Ghanaian Institute for the Future of Teaching and Education (GIFTED) Women’s Fellowship program. We provide support to local Ghanaian teachers as they implement educational programs for girls in their schools. Now in its second year, the program works with 24 women who have begun girls’ programs in 11 different schools.
WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST EXCITING AND/OR CHALLENGING PART ABOUT WORKING IN A FOREIGN COUNTRY?
The most exciting and challenging part is living in a different culture! The fun part is that there are endless things to learn and try. The challenging part is not knowing the nuances of the culture and making social mistakes. This happens all the time—using the wrong word, eating with the wrong hand, not greeting someone properly. Culture is similar to language in WESLEYAN SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING 2015
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that it takes time to learn and making mistakes is part of the process. After a year, I am feeling more comfortable with my knowledge of the Ghanaian cultural “language.” It’s so much fun to see your work in action! To be able to visit the teachers in their schools and observe the impact the girls’ programs are having is rewarding. The teachers’ professional growth is amazing, and the girls’ personal and academic growth is phenomenal. Seeing the difference makes you realize, “Wow, this program is making a real difference in so many peoples’ lives.” WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST INTERESTING THING THAT YOU’VE LEARNED DURING YOUR TIME IN GHANA?
I guess I’ve learned two “big picture” things: First, the Africa that is portrayed in the media is only one small part of a much bigger picture. It is common to see ad campaigns depicting impoverished children with no clean drinking water or hear news stories about corruption. Yet, there are a lot of successful, smart, and educated Africans making a positive impact on their continent. We need to focus more on these stories. We need to see Africans as their own agents of change, rather than victims. Second, I’ve met a lot of Ghanaians, Africans, and foreigners during my time in Ghana. Everyone has a unique story to share and there is value in everyone’s journey. Living in a foreign country has forced me to focus on the positive in people, rather than the negative. There is less time to be judgmental. This is a personal lesson that I’ll carry with me. 50
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WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE CAREER GOALS?
I plan to continue working in the field of international development and focus more on gender awareness training for boys and men in developing countries. I would like to extend my work into other African countries or Latin America. SOME OF OUR READERS MAY BE YOUNG ALUMNI OR CURRENT STUDENTS INTERESTED IN A SIMILAR CAREER PATH. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR THEM?
My advice to anyone thinking about a career in either international development or just working internationally is, “GO TRY IT!” There are many opportunities to volunteer abroad in a variety of fields depending on your area of interest. A shortterm (6-8 week) experience will give you a good idea of whether it is a field you are interested in pursuing. WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF YOUR WESLEYAN EXPERIENCE? WHAT CLASSES, ACTIVITIES, AND PEOPLE STAND OUT AS HAVING MADE AN IMPACT ON YOUR LIFE?
First, my Wesleyan friends are life-long and their support has meant the world to me. Second, my history and English classes forced me to think “outside the box” and form my own opinions. Third, the soccer team showed me the benefits of team sports. I played varsity soccer all four years of high school with coach, Lacy Gilbert. The soccer team was important for me for many different reasons. As a team, we all loved soccer, we had fun together, we supported each other, and we had to learn to work together. I firmly believe in the benefits of girls’ sports—this is the reason I started a girls’ soccer team in Ghana. In a country where girls and women don’t often have the opportunity to
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GIFTED WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM AND TO READ CORNELIA’S PROJECT NEWSLETTERS, GO TO HTTP://STEINHARDT.NYU.EDU/GLOBAL/GIFTED
FUN FACT: Cornelia funds nearly 100% of the cost of her soccer team, the Unique Girls Soccer Stars. In fact, Wesleyan head girls soccer coach, Lacy Gilbert, donated Wesleyan soccer jerseys for the program. Interested in learning more? Go to www.gofundme. com/j1skgs. As Cornelia says, “This is a great group of girls who represent the Wolves by rocking Wesleyan jerseys in Ghana!”
participate in public life, the team allows the girls to be together, support each other, and be seen by the community. WHAT ROLE, IF ANY, DID WESLEYAN PLAY IN SHAPING YOUR INTERESTS?
My love for gaining and imparting knowledge began at Wesleyan. I had wonderful teachers who showed me the importance and power of education. They challenged me to think critically and push myself intellectually. As I look back, I realize that it’s not the end result that matters—final grades or graduation—it’s the process of learning that is most important. HOW DID YOUR TIME AT WESLEYAN INFLUENCE OTHER ASPECTS OF YOUR LIFE, SUCH AS YOUR RELATIONSHIPS OR FAITH?
My Wesleyan friends have been instrumental in helping me achieve my goals. They have supported me when I went to Maine for college, moved to New York for grad school, and moved to Ghana. Without their support, I don’t think I would be where I am today. They constantly push me to be better and aim higher.
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ALUMNI:
class notes CLASS OF 1998
ELIZABETH HOGAN ’98 has been nominated
by the Georgia Chapter of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society as a candidate for LLS’s 2015 Woman of the Year. As a candidate, Hogan will support funding for blood cancer therapies with each dollar raised counting as a “vote” in her favor. The winner of the competition will be unveiled on June 13 at the Grand Finale Gala at the Loews Atlanta Hotel.
CLASS OF 2004
CHASE MACHEMEHL ’04
is living in Houston, TX and working as an associate at Scotia Waterous in the Upstream Oil and Gas Mergers and Acquisitions Group. Chase recently received his MBA from the University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business.
CLASS OF 2005 DAVID JOYNER ’05 defended his dissertation on December 18 and was awarded a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing. He now works for Udacity, where he creates and delivers course programming for Georgia Tech’s online Master in Computer Science Program. He and his wife just began construction on a house in Tucker where they will reside with their new baby, Lucy. CLASS OF 2006
BRET BRIGGS ’06 will open a second location of his successful men’s clothing store, Heritage Outfitters, in Johns Creek. The first store has been open for over a year in Kennesaw and has been extremely successful.
Molly Hawkins ’08 & Kevin Ruiz ’08 JOHNNY SCHUMACHER ’06 is part of the Global Logistics & Transportation practice in Korn Ferry’s Atlanta office. He focuses in sectors such as contract logistics, freight forwarding, and transportation services and works closely with associations, private equity firms, infrastructure funds, and restructuring groups. Additionally, Johnny got engaged in January and will be married in Fairhope, AL in November 2015.
CLASS OF 2007 BRENDAN
PATTERSON ’07 received his Master of Materials Science and Engineering degree from the University of Florida in May 2014. He will be a visiting student at the University of Michigan for the 2015-16 school year where he will continue his doctoral research on nanowire reinforcement of carbon fiber composites.
CLASS OF 2008 MATT HANLON ’08 was recently promoted and is currently an associate at SunTrust Robinson Humphrey where he works in the Equity Capital Markets Group. Matt lives and works in Atlanta. Wesleyan Wieuca Road Baptist Church Winter Basketball A League team members: (L-R) Tyler Heyman, Gregg Donnelly ‘02, Matthew Stafford, Kelly Hall Stafford ’07, Chad Hall ‘04, Drew Prehmus ‘04, and Stephen Dodson ‘04. Not pictured were team members Jenny Hall Winter ‘02 and her husband, Brian Winter. Gregg hit a half-court shot at the end of regulation to force overtime in the semi-final game, and Matthew and Chad led a dramatic come-from-behind one point victory in the championship game. The team finished the season 10-1 and had a fun time employing the principles taught by their Wesleyan coaches, Jan Azar and Bill Bufton.
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MOLLY HAWKINS ’08
and KEVIN RUIZ ’08 got engaged in December 2014. Molly is living in Augusta, and is in her third year at the Medical College of Georgia, Georgia Regents University, College of Dental Medicine. Kevin is a senior investment analyst at Aon Hewitt in Atlanta.
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Back Row L-R: Timothy Marsh ’12, Alex Eidson ’11, Nick Salyers ’12, Chase Bartlett ’11, Ryan Buckley ’11, Michael Reynolds ’11, Ben Spears ’12, Coach Larry Buckley, Jonathan Cheng ’11, Coach Ryan Gibadlo, & Coach Colin Creel Front Row L-R: Zach Hernandez ’11, Erik Gossett ’12, Bobby Chambless ’11, Wes Ayres ’11, Will Gregory ’11, & Drew Middleton ’13 The 2011 boys state championship swim and dive team and coaches gathered for an alumni reunion brunch in December at the home of former head swim and dive coach, Colin Creel. The team won Wesleyan’s first boys swim and dive state championship in 2011.
TANNER SMITH ’08 has been named the director of basketball operations for the UNC Charlotte men’s basketball team.
CLASS OF 2009 ALI LLOYD ’09 received her Doctorate of Pharmacy at the May 2015 commencement exercises at Samford University. Dr. Lloyd was selected by Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center as a PGY1 and PGY2 combined Health System Pharmacy Administration resident after graduation. As part of the program, she will be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as a 2017 candidate for a Master of Science in Health System Administration.
CLASS OF 2010 MEGAN
COOLE
’10
graduated from UGA with a BS in cellular biology. She will attend pharmacy school at Auburn University in the fall.
SCOTT SCHROER ’10
was recently named the winner of Georgia Tech’s prestigious InVenture Prize, the nation’s largest undergraduate invention competition. Scott and his partners pitched their product, the FlameTech Grill Defender, against an extremely competitive pool of inventions. As a result of winning the competition, Scott and his team received a $20,000 cash prize, a free U.S. patent filing, and automatic acceptance into the summer 2015 cohort of Flashpoint, a Georgia Tech business creation and innovation program.
Alex Eidson ’11 & Michael Reynolds ’11
CLASS OF 2011
DAVID ANDREWS ’11 finished an impressive run as a 3-year starter at center for the University of Georgia football team. He recently signed a contract with the defending Super Bowl champion, the New England Patriots. ALEX EIDSON ’11 and MICHAEL REYNOLDS ’11 graduated from Cornell University on
May 23. Alex earned a degree in sociology and economics and Michael earned a degree in government.
Rebecca Ruiz ’11 REBECCA RUIZ ’11
Ali Lloyd ’09
Scott Schroer ’10 (right)
graduated magna cum laude from Clemson University in December 2014. She was chosen by faculty to give the invocation at Clemson’s commencement ceremony.
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Jack Lloyd ’13
Alumni John McCleskey ’13, Taylor Wesley ’12, David Monte ’13, Danny Nocharli ’13, and Jamie Stark ’12, all previous participants on Wesleyan mission trips, continue their passion for serving others. They are pictured here in Nicaragua, while serving on a mission trip with Auburn University’s chapter of Campus Crusade for Christ. In Nicaragua, they played with children, did construction work, worshipped, and evangelized from door-to-door.
SHELBY MASTERS ’13 was named the Views editor of The Red and Black, the University of Georgia’s student newspaper.
CLASS OF 2014
KAITLIN MULLEN ’14
CLASS OF 2012
KATE ASPINWALL ’12
was elected as the University of Mississippi’s Associated Student Body treasurer in a campus-wide election. Kate was inaugurated as treasurer on April 13, 2015.
CLASS OF 2013 JACK LLOYD ’13 is loving his spring 2015 internship as part of the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World. He has worked as a full-time cast member in food service during Braves spring training at ESPN Wide World of Sports, as a lifeguard at Blizzard Beach, and is looking forward to a new role at Hollywood Studios this summer. Jack also completed two college course studies taught by Disney senior executives on leadership and creativity.
finished her freshman year at Samford University where she was awarded the “Top Freshman” medallion from the history department. During January Term, she interned in Washington D.C. for Congressman Aderholt (R-AL) and will continue this internship during the summer.
KRISTEN PACK ’14
finished her freshman year at Georgia College and State University and received the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life’s Outstanding New Member award as a representative of her sorority, Kappa Delta.
Kate Aspinwalll ’12
MISSY BYRD ’12, a junior at the United States Air Force Academy, has been given the opportunity to study abroad in Canada for the 2015 fall semester. While there, she will study to become fluent in French. ABBIE FRYE ’12,
a rising senior at the University of Georgia, was recently elected Chairman of the UGA College Republicans.
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The Wesleyan Alumni Association is excited to welcome 104 new members, as the Class of 2015 graduated on May 23. Congrats new alumni!
ALUMNI:
births BROOKS HAMILTON BERRIOS Son of Rico & Jessica Jackson Berrios ’03 November 1, 2014; 7 pounds
AUDREY EDYTHE BROUN Daughter of Joslynn & Chip Broun ’04 January 7, 2015; 8 pounds, 9 ounces
LUCY KATHRYN JOYNER Daughter of Caitlin & David Joyner ’05 January 2, 2015; 7 pounds, 15 ounces
MCCLAIN ELIZABETH GOETZ Daughter of Ralson & Kimmie Freeman Goetz ’04 December 15, 2014; 6 pounds, 9 ounces
GEORGE BAKER HAYES Son of David & Elizabeth Hajek Hayes ’03 December 26, 2014; 7 pounds, 8 ounces
JOHN MICHAEL PHELAN Son of Meagan & Jeremy Phelan ’01 November 22, 2014; 7 pounds, 8 ounces
ROMAN THOMAS MAZZOLINI Son of Nick & Olivia Taveras-Koranda Mazzolini ’02 September 18, 2014; 7 pounds
EVAN MICHAEL RAY Son of Jarrod & Sarah Leeper Ray ’02 October 28, 2014; 9 pounds, 4 ounces
JACKSON RICHARD TREFZGER Son of Joe & Amanda Crighton Trefzger ’99 May 12, 2015; 7 pounds, 5 ounces
EVAN MATTHEW SEILER Son of Erika & Bryan Seiler ’01 August 28, 2014; 7 pounds, 5 ounces
LANDON ZANE WEST Son of AJ & Katie Brown West ’03 January 23, 2015; 8 pounds, 7 ounces
LUCY CAROLYN KENNEDY Daughter of Zach & Rebecca Carpenter Kennedy ’02 March 27, 2015; 8 pounds
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weddings ABBY DUTSON BECKNER ’05 married James Oliver Beckner on January 31, 2015 at Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta, Georgia. A reception followed at Cherokee Town Club. Wesleyan alumnae in the wedding party included sister and matron of honor, Laura Dutson Moye ’03, Mary Claire Merlino Corbitt ’05, Emily Jackson Edwards ’05, Mandy Fleming Harris ’05, Kasey Kaspar Hendry ’05, and Taylor Voelker ’05. In attendance were Jessica Jackson Berrios ’03, Jake Berryhill ’05, Rawson Daws ’05, Andy Merlino ’07, Brian Moye ’03, Lewis Robinson ’05, Chris Wakefield ’03, Sara Goodkind Wakefield ’03, and Brad Zimmerman ’05.
DANIEL COWART ’05 married Waverly Hasty Cowart on October 25, 2014 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. A reception followed at the Charlotte City Club. Wesleyan alumni in the wedding party included siblings Sarah Beth Cowart ’06, James Cowart ’08, Grace Cowart Brown ’10, Emily Cowart ’12, Luke Cowart ’14, Mary Cowart (11th), and Annie Cowart (8th); brothers-in-law, Davis Brown ’10 and Taylor Hasty ’01; and, father, best man, and Wesleyan board of trustees member, Dan Cowart.
KERRI CAMPBELL BONNAFFONS ’02 married Brandon Bonnaffons on October 19, 2014 at Bethesda Academy in Savannah, Georgia. The ceremony was held in Whitefield Chapel. A reception followed on the grounds. In attendance were sister-in-law, Amanda Lumpkins Campbell ’02, and Tricia Klaer Nall ’02.
KARA KING BRUNELLE ’07 married PARKER BRUNELLE ’07 on November 8, 2014 in Austin Chapel at Wesleyan School. A reception followed at Sugarloaf Country Club. Wesleyan alumni in the wedding party included sister and maid of honor, Kelsey King ’08, brother Tyler King ’05, and cousin of the groom, Carter Brunelle ’05. In attendance were JoJo Catrini ’07, Katie Fulton ’07, and MacKenzie Sullivan (12th). Faculty and staff in attendance were Brock Derringer as pianist, Jeff Foster as trumpet player, Claire Graham, Mari Beth King as mother of the bride, Greg Lisson as officiate, Michael Mann as videographer, Sylvia Pryor as ceremony coordinator, Jason Scheer, Pam Smith, Brad Williams as AV specialist, pianist, and soloist, and Jessie Williams.
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GRAYSON GARVIN ’08 married Madeline Walker Garvin on January 17, 2015 at The Bell Tower in Nashville, Tennessee. Members of the wedding party included Austin Day ’08 and brother of the groom and Wesleyan faculty fellow, Austin Garvin. Former faculty member, Mike Shaheen, officiated the wedding. In attendance were alumni James Ramsey ’08 and Edward Van Winkle ’07; faculty members, Caroline and Joseph Antonio, Greg Lisson, Kelly Morris, and Brian Krehmeyer; and, current community coach Jeff Morris and former community coach Neal Freeman.
HARRISON MEADOWS ’04 married Rachel Hebden Meadows on January 24, 2015 in Palmetto, Florida. Wesleyan alumni in the wedding party included Garrett McLendon ’04 and Chip Broun ’04. Former faculty member, Brad Mauldin, officiated the wedding. In attendance were Deirdre Hayes McLendon ’06, David O’Hare ’04, and Drew Prehmus ’04.
ROBERT PATTERSON ’04 married Hanna Fields Patterson on May 17, 2014 at Lenora’s Legacy near Greenville, South Carolina.
WILL PRETTYMAN ’06 married Lauren Houser Prettyman on June 28, 2014 at Wightman Chapel at the Scarritt-Bennett Center in Nashville, Tennessee. A reception followed at The Bridge Building. Wesleyan alumni in the wedding party included brother and best man, Grant Prettyman ’09, Russell Macklin ’06, and Bryan McWhorter ’05. In attendance were T.J. Flood ’06, Clint Prettyman (11th), Paige Prettyman (10th), Craig Ramsey ’06, Blake Rogers ’06, and Justin Wilkinson ’06. WESLEYAN SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING 2015
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ALUMNI:
events and involvement FIVE YEAR REUNION - The class of 2009 celebrated at The Ivy on December 20. L-R: Brent Pugh, Lee Ellis, Caroline Millar, Drew Fithian, Drew Carroll, Bobby Worthington, & Caylie Love.
CUBS’ DEN - Now back in Atlanta and pursuing a career in music therapy, Catherine Black ’09 volunteers weekly to teach music at Wesleyan’s Cubs’ Den, the on-campus daycare co-op for faculty children.
FUN FACT: For the past several years, the Alumni Association has hosted a celebratory luncheon for our graduating Evergreens (students who have attended Wesleyan from Kindergarten through 12th grade) and their parents and teachers. This year’s luncheon was held on April 29 at WolfTracker Plaza.
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EVERGREEN LUNCH - This year, the Alumni Association welcomes 31 Evergreens from the Class of 2015: Brendan Abernathy, Christian Adams, Hayley Alexander, Jay Bell, Hannah Binion, Erin Boyd, Caroline Cusick, Ryan Davis, Meredith DiStasi, Andrew Gargus, Michael Gargus, Garrett Gottlich, Luke Hedrick, Riley Henning, Ashby Lincoln, Regan Lochmandy, Sam McWhorter, Caroline Mitchell, Sarah O’Kelley, Conner Perry, Hale Porter, Ian Robinson, Andrew Sabonis-Chafee, Will Sharon, Ryan Shin, Holly Shinn, Christian Stark, MacKenzie Sullivan, Maddie Turnbull, Michael Veal, & Edmund Wang.
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SERVICE PROJECTS Since serving others is at the heart of all things “Wesleyan,” the Alumni Association sponsored two Atlanta service opportunities this winter and spring. In January, Page Long Gilliam ’06 organized an evening at Covenant House, a shelter for homeless teenagers. Alumni prepared dinner for the residents and shared a meal and good conversation. In March, Jordan Catrini ’05 and Charlie Carroll ’05 coordinated a group of alumni volunteers to serve dinner and minister to the residents of The Shepherd’s Inn, a shelter and recovery program for homeless men. COVENANT HOUSE - L-R Back: Matt Gossett ’08, Lewis Robinson ’05, Brandon Richardson, Katie Gallup Richardson ’04, Charlie Carroll ’05, Jordan Catrini ’05, Page Long GIlliam ’06. L-R Front: Kelsey Sanders ’10 & Kristina Mohme Dawson ’04.
THE SHEPHERD’S INN - L-R Back: Matt Gossett ’08, Monish Tyagi ’08, John Gilliam, Justin Henry ’99, Blake Bowen ’04, Charlie Carroll ’05, & friend of Taylor Blackmon ’11. L-R Front: Rebecca Thomas ’08, Page Long Gilliam’06, Jordan Catrini ’05, Rebecca Carpenter Kennedy ’02, & Taylor Blackmon ’11.
COVENANT HOUSE - Kelsey Sanders ’10, Lewis Robinson ’05, Jordan Catrini ’05, & Page Long Gilliam’06 serve food to the teenagers at Covenant House.
THE SHEPHERD’S INN - Taylor Blackmon ’11, friend of Taylor Blackmon ’11, Rebecca Thomas ’08, & Justin Henry ’99 prepare a meal.
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CIRCLE OF HONOR This marked the seventh year that members of the school community were recognized for their significant accomplishments and contributions to Wesleyan’s arts and athletic programs through the Circle of Honor. In January, the athletic department recognized Athletic Circle of Honor inductees Caitlin Reynolds Dwelley ’06 (swim and dive) and Betsy Smith ’08 (volleyball).
L-R: Marc Khedouri, Caitlin Reynolds Dwelley ’06, Betsy Smith ’08, & Chris Cleveland
COLLEGE CHRISTMAS LUNCH - Emily Howell ’11, Meagan Hall ’12, Darby Coxhead ’12, Katie Zimmerman ’12, & Megan Kelly ’12
In April, Catherine Black ’09, Ashley Delk ’09, and Rachael Duane ’09 were inducted into the Fine Arts Circle of Honor for their accomplishments in band. Also inducted was former visual arts teacher, Theresa Mays-Albanese (2009-2012), for her impact on Wesleyan’s academic arts program.
L-R: Chris Cleveland, Catherine Black ’09, Ashley Delk ’09, Rachael Duane ’09, Theresa Mays-Albanese, & Meg Foster
3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - The champions, One School, Two Teams, Same Dream. L-R: Takim Williams ’12, Grace Leah Baughn ’11, Ty Teague ’11, & faculty member, Chad McDaniel.
FUN FACT: Parker Brunelle ’07, Drew Fithian ’09, & Max Hightower ’09 serve as volunteer coaches for Wesleyan’s middle school baseball team. For the past two years, Stuart Lawder ’05 has served as an assistant coach and goalie specialist for Wesleyan’s lacrosse team. 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - Participants in this annual college alumni event take a photo “time out.”
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ARTIST MARKET - Ramey Morgan ’14
ARTIST MARKET - Lindsey Stamper ’14
MISSIONS RETREAT CHAPEL Will Worthington ’09 gave words of encouragement to Wesleyan students and leaders serving on mission trips at the Missions Retreat Chapel on Sunday, February 1.
ARTIST MARKET - An entrepreneurship class at Samford University inspired Lexi Ballard ’12 & Emily Knauss ’12 to create their jewelry design business, Full of Charm. Their jewelry was a hit at the 2015 Arist Market. f
save the date HOMECOMING 2015
REUNIONS
Alumni Tailgate
Class of 2000 Fifteen Year Reunion
September 18, 2015
August 1, 2015 • Ormsby’s
Class of 2005 Ten Year Reunion August 1, 2015 • Ormsby’s
MOMS’ COFFEE
Class of 2010 Five Year Reunion December 19, 2015 • Location TBD
For the mothers of the class of 2005 Fall 2015
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October 14, November 18, January 27 • 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Parents and students are invited to spend an interactive morning in our classrooms.
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Spend time with teachers and administrators and get an insider’s look at our school day in action.
FAMILY OPEN HOUSE January 9 • 1:00 p.m.
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