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INNOVATEFall 2014All Saints’ Episcopal School
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WELCOMEFrom Tad’s Desk | PAGE 3Board of Trustees | PAGE 4
SERVANTS, SCHOLARS, ARTISTS, ATHLETESClass of 2014 | PAGE 6Servants | PAGE 14Scholars | PAGE 18Artists | PAGE 22Athletes | PAGE 26
STAND OUT SAINTSLower School | PAGE 32Middle School | PAGE 32Upper School | PAGE 34Head’s Scholars | PAGE 39Cameron Phelan Award | PAGE 40
COMMUNITY Around All Saints’ | PAGE 42Summer at All Saints’ | PAGE 44Traveling Saints | PAGE 46Social Media | PAGE 48
FEATURESSolar Car Team: National Race for International Solutions | PAGE 50RANGE: Farm to Tables | PAGE 68Teaching the Way our Students Learn | PAGE 74
HONORS COLLEGE Sedrick Huckaby: Artist-in-Residence | PAGE 56Ostroff Reflections/Welcome New Cohort | PAGE 60
FACULTY & ADMINISTRATIONNews | PAGE 62Do You Know Your Division Heads? | PAGE 66Retiree Saints | PAGE 67Endowed Teacher Award - Kathi Tiffany| PAGE 83
SUPPORTING OUR SAINTS Volunteer Fair 2014 | PAGE 77PTO, Booster Club and FAME | PAGE 79Annual Fund | PAGE 80DeWolfe Society Spotlight | PAGE 82
ALUMNINews | PAGE 84Alumni Spotlight | PAGE 87
IN REMEMBRANCE Tolling of the Bell | PAGE 91
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CO-EDITORSKeira Moody, Director, Communications and Marketing
Meg Hasten, Manager, Communications and Marketing
CONTRIBUTORSAaron Beck, Director of Athletics
Tad Bird, Head of School
Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04, Alumni Relations Manager
Father Mel Bridge, EC/LS Chaplain
Mandy Bryson, 4th Grade
Daniel Carroll, Athletics
Lyle Crossley, US Science
Susan Doyle, Director of Institutional Advancement
Mike Gonzalez, MS Division Head
Marsha Johnson, US Science
Bob Kenyon, Director of Educational Technology
Debra Koppelberger, LS Division Head
Angela Kornman, Director of College Advising
David Madison ‘92, US Division Head and Assistant Head of School
Laura Martinec, Admission Coordinator
Yvette Messenger, Development Services Associate
Joseph Morris, MS Science
Greg Nowlin, US Science and Math, RANGE Coordinator
Dave Ostroff, Director of Tad Bird Honors College
Robin Page, EC Division Head
Moira Taylor, Parent Relations Manager
Kathi Tiffany, US Art/Yearbook/Fine Arts Department Chair
Frank Tilley, Chief Financial Officer
Mary Tracy, Director of Admission
Craig Tredenick, Director of Enrollment Management
James Venhaus, US Theatre Arts
PHOTOGRAPHYSteel Shutter Photography
DESIGNParadigm Creative
Innovate is a semiannual publication of All Saints’ Episcopal School.
MISSIONAll Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth promotes academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment and upholds the Anglican tradition of worship.
OUTCOME STATEMENTA graduate of All Saints’ Episcopal School will exercise genius within through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world, and by serving others.
All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth administers its personnel, academic, extracurricular and tuition assistance programs without regard to gender, race, religion, ethnicity or national origin.
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FROM TAD’S DESK
Our Mission calls for us to strive for academic excellence in a nurturing, Christian environment while upholding the Anglican tradition of worship. And our Outcome expects our students to cultivate their unique gifts – their genius within, through developing a relationship with God, by engaging the world and by serving others. The Mission and Outcome of All Saints’ Episcopal School are not mutually exclusive, rather they provide the proper template for our strategic and generative decisions.
In 2006, our Board adopted All Saints’ 2020, which focused on three strategic areas: defining excellence, financial health and enrollment management. From that point forward, the Board and our School’s leadership have used it as a framework for the future, updating it on an annual basis.
By all metrics, All Saints’ continues to raise the bar and achieve much success in each of these areas. Over the last several years alone, we have much on which to reflect and say grace – highly successful reaccreditation; nationally recognized student achievement and faculty development; the new George W. and Helen Wicker Gray Tennis Center; the new Dillard Center for Early Childhood Education; the addition of the 44 acres on the north side of Normandale; and a growing Endowment. As a result, we are receiving a record number of inquiries and applications. So what’s next?
This is the question Rick Merrill, Board President, posed to the Board of Trustees, which has led to much thoughtful discussion. Realizing that the adjacent 44 acres add three clear and compelling dimensions (preserving the integrity of our campus, adding layers of safety, and providing space for future program opportunities), an overarching question is, “What is the best use?” Moreover, do we expand facilities for programming? Do we increase enrollment? Do we sell some acreage and increase our Endowment? Do we consider alternative revenue sources for all or some of
the land? Do we incorporate some or all of these into our managed growth plan?
Demographic data supports major growth for our region. But that information alone should not be reason for growth. We are not centered on being the largest independent school in Tarrant County. Rather, our discussion has focused on being the best. Take the cover story of this issue of Innovate – Solar Car project. Without a robust and diverse population of Upper School students, the genius of the Solar Car project might not have taken shape. One or two students with similar interests and talents does not necessarily make a team. And it certainly doesn’t make a team that would have enough time and resources to compete on a national scale.
All Saints’ definition of growth lies in the context of providing a rigorous and exceptionally well-rounded experience within the framework of embracing the dynamic but complementary tension between faith and reason. Our community of Saints is built upon strong relationships – knowing our students and families well. It is this commitment to a strong community and to the quality of our program that is of paramount importance.
Considering all the statistical and anecdotal data available, the Board has been charged to revisit our Master Plan ensuring the vision of the Building for Character: For ALL the Saints Capital Campaign supports our growing enrollment. The Board will then report its findings in the fall. In the meantime, we are thrilled to welcome more than 1,000 students this school year. As a result, you might notice some subtle additions to the campus: a new room in the Moore Primary Commons to provide temporary support for the Early Childhood Program; a new meeting room and student lockers in the Middle School; and repurposed classroom space for the Upper School.
Those of you who know me well know I am an early riser each day. While it’s true, I don’t need a full eight hours, the main reason why I get up early is because this is such an exciting time for our School. I can’t wait to see what each day will bring. When I think about our faculty, our administration, our Board, our parents and, most importantly, our students, I can’t imagine a better environment in which to share, learn and celebrate. Happy reading! Many blessings,
Tad
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ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
TRUSTEES
OFFICERS
RICK MERRILLPresident
KYLE POULSONVice President
PAULA BROCKWAYVice President
MATT MCLAUGHLINTreasurer
RUSTY REIDVice President
TOMMY MILLERSecretary
Wendy Barron Richard Bourland Stephanie BrentlingerRiggs Brown ’03Lance Byrd Richard Chowning Brad Corbett, Jr.Jeff DillardWende Dwyer-JohnsenJim Garnett Kori Green
Andrea HalbachThe Rev. Christopher JamborBob Jameson Matt Johnson Craig KellyH. Peter KuBlake Lloyd ’96Matt Mildren Gary Randle Janie Rector Maurie Reynolds
Bob Simpson Ramsay Slugg Whit Smith Sallie Trotter Cheryl Vinson Brad Wallace Jennifer WilliamsonGeorge M. Young, Jr.
Tad Bird, Head of School
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LOCAL GOURMET CUISINE
“44” REASONS TO ATTEND
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A COMMUNITY-WIDE CELEBRATION OF ALL THINGS ALL SAINTS’
SAVE THE DATEEvening of Saturday, April 11
Saints Celebration Under the Stars
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Kendall Tyler-Jacob Adams, Kansas State UniversityBenjamin Walker Albritton, Boston CollegeBailey Marie Anderson, University of GeorgiaAndrew Kevin Avondet, University of TexasElizabeth Ann Bender, Rhodes CollegeMargaret Ellen Boschini, Texas Christian UniversityJames Kirkpatrick Boyce, Baylor UniversityMadelaine Day Brockway, University of MississippiChristian Elishah Broussard, Baylor UniversityMichael Alexander Bush, Southern Methodist UniversityHenry Evan Butz, Texas Christian UniversityMadeline Anne Chilton, Texas A&M UniversityEmily Katherine Cook, University of MissouriBradford Gary Corbett III, Rice UniversityMargaret Elizabeth Crockett, Texas Christian UniversityAshley Joyce Dioguardi, University of OklahomaDetrick DeShawn Dukes, Bacone CollegeMadelynne Renee Duran, University of North TexasOscar Julian Espinosa, Texas Christian UniversityTremayne Brion Flemings, University of North TexasEleazar Charlie Flores IV, Columbia UniversityMarcia Millicent Field French, University of MississippiAbigail Baker Gentry, University of San DiegoCaroline Reid Grace, Baylor UniversityChandler Renee Greenfield, University of Texas at San Antonio
Daniel Allen Samuel Gresham, Southern Methodist UniversityKasey Lynn Grona, University of OklahomaHaley Jade Hajovsky, Texas Tech UniversityCourtney Reid Harris, Indiana University at BloomingtonTroy Manchester Henry, St. Edward’s UniversityKatherine Elliott Hertel, Rider UniversityGenevieve Ainsworth Hodges, University of TexasBlake Michael Hollenbeck, Austin CollegeBrandon Devon Johnson, East Texas Baptist UniversityJordan Kentrell Keaton, Austin CollegeCynthia Lynn Kelly, University of VirginiaWyatt Claiborne Kelly, United States Air Force AcademyIsabelle Louise Kiehl, University of OklahomaJulia Ann King, University of OklahomaDemetrius Jerome Knox, Ohio State UniversityChristopher Scott Lane, Jr., Washington State UniversityGriffin Scott Lydahl, University of OklahomaCannon James Maki, University of North TexasMaya Laza Maldonado, University of ArizonaEmily Lynn Marcho, Rhodes CollegeGenevieve Lauren Merrill, Texas Christian UniversityRuby Katherine Mitchell, Baylor UniversityAustin Blaze Moorhead, University of Texas at San AntonioJoshua Christian Morton, Rhodes CollegeAlexa Katherine Nolan, University of Georgia
Taylor Layne O’Toole, University of OklahomaNavaphol Will Ousup, Texas Tech UniversityKatherine Alexandra Page, University of TexasJohn Markham Paukune, Columbia UniversitySamantha Breanne Paul, Texas A&M UniversityParker Allen Pennington, Trinity UniversityCourniecia Le’Jeau’Ne Phillips, Spelman CollegeVictor Hugo Pinto II, Austin CollegeMichelle Stefanie Piper, University of ArizonaEmily Elizabeth Pitsch, University of San DiegoWhitney Grace Poe, Auburn UniversityVictoria Leigh Reynolds, Louisiana State UniversityFoster Lee Sawyer, Texas Christian UniversityElizabeth Ann Shelton, Baylor UniversityDonald Lee Siratt III, Texas Christian UniversityJane Catherine Speaker, Texas Christian UniversitySydney Alyse Speer, University of Texas at ArlingtonBrowning Willa Stimson, Texas A&M UniversityEmily Christine Tabor, University of TexasBenjamin Scott Taylor, Texas Christian UniversityTroy Allen Thomas, University of North TexasBrooke Michelle White, Sam Houston State UniversityThea Elise Wilson, Texas Christian UniversityCody Dan Wiseman, Austin CollegeRobert Cunningham Wood III, Ithaca College
GRADUATE SAINTS
Class of 2014Congratulations
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Taylor Layne O’Toole, University of OklahomaNavaphol Will Ousup, Texas Tech UniversityKatherine Alexandra Page, University of TexasJohn Markham Paukune, Columbia UniversitySamantha Breanne Paul, Texas A&M UniversityParker Allen Pennington, Trinity UniversityCourniecia Le’Jeau’Ne Phillips, Spelman CollegeVictor Hugo Pinto II, Austin CollegeMichelle Stefanie Piper, University of ArizonaEmily Elizabeth Pitsch, University of San DiegoWhitney Grace Poe, Auburn UniversityVictoria Leigh Reynolds, Louisiana State UniversityFoster Lee Sawyer, Texas Christian UniversityElizabeth Ann Shelton, Baylor UniversityDonald Lee Siratt III, Texas Christian UniversityJane Catherine Speaker, Texas Christian UniversitySydney Alyse Speer, University of Texas at ArlingtonBrowning Willa Stimson, Texas A&M UniversityEmily Christine Tabor, University of TexasBenjamin Scott Taylor, Texas Christian UniversityTroy Allen Thomas, University of North TexasBrooke Michelle White, Sam Houston State UniversityThea Elise Wilson, Texas Christian UniversityCody Dan Wiseman, Austin CollegeRobert Cunningham Wood III, Ithaca College
Acceptance Received (one or more)
Selected for Enrollment (one or more)
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SAINTSNUMBERS
by the83% of Senior Class offered merit scholarships15% of Senior Class offered full tuition merit scholarships1 Senior appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy35% of Senior Class pursuing the arts in college25% of Senior Class committed to compete in 7 collegiate sports4 Eagle Scouts and 2 Gold Award recipients in Senior Class133 average community service hours per Senior in Upper School
75 Senior Saints2 Ivy League acceptancesAcceptances from 120 different colleges and universities45% of Senior Class attending out-of-state schoolsSeniors attending schools in 19 different states$8.98 million in merit scholarships extended to Senior Class200 different merit scholarships extended to Senior Class
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Ben Taylor ’14 Valedictorian, Texas Christian University
Lynn Kelly ’14 Salutatorian, University of Virginia
SAINTSVal/Sal
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Senior By Angela KornmanSPOTLIGHTServant
WYATT KELLY United States Air Force Academy
Wyatt is remarkable not only for what he has accomplished, but for what has led him there. Above all else, Wyatt is a passionate and loyal patriot with a servant’s heart. Throughout his life, Wyatt has contributed so much to his community and school, and we are so proud to see him take the next step of his service journey at the Air Force Academy this fall to study aeronautical engineering.
Artist TAYLOR O’TOOLE
University of Oklahoma
It has been a blessing to have Taylor as a part of our academic and artistic community. She has contributed her energy, talent and uncompromising work ethic to our Theatre Arts program in myriad ways. The stage is set for Taylor at the University of Oklahoma, which has welcomed her into one of the most selective musical theatre programs in the country.
Scholar BEN ALBRITTONBoston College
Beyond old-fashioned book smarts and a good head on his shoulders, Ben also possesses a unique combination of cleverness and great humor. As an honors student at Boston College next year, I’m sure Ben will enhance and sharpen his academic environment through brains and wit as he has done here at All Saints’.
Athlete BROOKE WHITE Sam Houston State University
In the fall, Brooke will take to the volleyball court in Sam Houston State University’s orange and white jersey. Opponents beware. The tenacity, strength and razor-sharp focus that have made her a force to be reckoned with during games will no doubt also make her a champion in the classroom this fall.
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Troy Henry ’14 WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR PROJECT? My Senior Project involved learning how to play the mandolin. While it does not sound like much by itself, the difficulty and length of the project was augmented by my learning of the background of the instrument as well as its many key differences from the guitar, both musically and historically.
WHY DID YOU SELECT THIS AS YOUR PROJECT?I chose this particular project because I have for several years entertained the thought of becoming a multi-instrumentalist, and the Senior Project allowed for a challenging opportunity to begin my first steps towards that goal. Over the summer following my learning of the mandolin, I have also picked up the banjo, tin whistle and harmonica.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN?Other than learning what was originally entailed in the undertaking (history of the mandolin, design, musical styles and tonal ranges, etc.), I also came to a great realization of my own personal ability under time constraints. Creating a finished product to be judged in its presentation in a comparatively short amount of time (75-90 hours) is a feeling that is both nerve-racking and rewarding beyond expression.
HOW DOES THIS IMPACT YOUR FUTURE CAREER? The best part about the Senior Capstone Project is that it does not have to affect your future career in any way at all. It can simply be something that piques your interest or touches your passion. If someone wanted to explore a topic or skill that they never had the time to devote to, than this project is the ultimate time to hear the words of Caesar and “Carpe Diem!”
SeniorBy Keira Moody
PROJECTSIN ONLY ITS SECOND YEAR, THE SENIOR PROJECT
HAS BECOME A HIGHLIGHT OF THE UPPER SCHOOL
Madelaine Brockway ’14WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR PROJECT? I had the incredible opportunity to shadow professionals in both public and private sectors of the Miami justice system. For three days, I packed as much in as possible, including going undercover with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) at Miami International Airport and reviewing safety and security measures of Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables.
WHY DID YOU SELECT THIS AS YOUR PROJECT?I have always been very interested in criminal justice; in fact, I plan to major in it at the University of Mississippi. My family lived in Miami for years, and by using those connections I was afforded the opportunity to more fully explore an area that I intend to make into a career.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN?I learned more than you could ever imagine in such a short amount of time. The sacrifices that these professionals (and their families) make are remarkable. They are often in dangerous situations, and they must be willing to move anywhere at any time. It is much more raw and unpredictable than of course what we see in dramas on television or film.
HOW DOES THIS IMPACT YOUR FUTURE CAREER? It actually helped me think through if I want to pursue public or private practice. At this point, I have decided to lean in the direction of the Federal Justice System. Having a real world perspective going into college is so valuable. I feel like I am going in with my eyes wide open, and I am so excited to start this next chapter.
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Foster Sawyer ’14 WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR PROJECT? I like to look at it as a half internship, half life lesson with KinderFrogs School at TCU. KinderFrogs is a school for kids 18 months to 6 years with Down syndrome and other developmental delays. I worked with the educators to help them in the classroom, but working with them outside on the playground or in a P.E. activity was my favorite.
WHY DID YOU SELECT KINDERFROGS?God blessed me with a special connection to kids; I get them and they get me. And knowing I was going to TCU in the fall, I wanted to find a way to get closer to the TCU community. An internship with KinderFrogs seemed like the perfect way to apply my gifts and be near TCU.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN?That’s why I say this was a life lesson for me as well as an internship. Spending time with those kids put things in better perspective for me; they taught me how to view life. Every day, they had big smiles on their faces and were happy to do simple things – swing, run around the playground, kick a ball. Now, when I think about complaining that I have a football workout at 6 a.m., I think of those kids and that they were so happy throwing that football back and forth with me. I am blessed to be doing what I am doing, and I will go out there and just have fun.
HOW DOES THIS EXPERIENCE IMPACT YOUR FUTURE CAREER?Whether I am playing football professionally or not, I am certain I will be working with kids along the way. I realized my passion for coaching and mentoring children years ago when my family started my sister’s annual memorial baseball tournament. I will find a way to work with kids whether it’s through coaching or just volunteering my time to organizations such as KinderFrogs. While I’m at TCU, I plan to stop by as many times as my schedule allows. I made friends there, and I want to stay in touch.
Christian Broussard ’14 and Patrick Boyce ’14WHAT WAS YOUR SENIOR PROJECT? I wanted to hold a worship service at All Saints’ that was a blend of Episcopal and Baptist liturgical and musical customs. I wrote the service and sermon, and Patrick directed the music. He is one of the most talented musicians I know.
WHY DID YOU SELECT THIS AS YOUR PROJECT?I have always found it such an incredible opportunity to learn and experience the Anglican traditions of worship at school, while still embracing my roots in our Baptist church each Wednesday evening and Sunday. I felt like God had a reason for showing me this unique balance, and I have been called to share that experience with others.
WHAT DID YOU LEARN?It definitely helped me become stronger in my faith. I had a reason to really dissect what it was that I loved about each church service. The solemnity of the Episcopal service balanced with the impromptu prayer style of the Baptist service is what stood out to me. And then Patrick and I were able to incorporate traditional gospel and contemporary worship music utilizing the talents of our All Saints’ choirs and lab band and vocalists from my home church. The process reinforced that great things come from exploring a vision and paving your own path.
HOW DOES THIS IMPACT YOUR FUTURE CAREER? I am attending Baylor in the fall and pursuing a degree in ministry. This experience will help me have an open mind in my studies and embrace different perspectives. I know Patrick is also attending Baylor and will keep up with his music. I hope to work with him again in the future.
See a video of Christian and Patrick’s worship service at www.aseschool.org/Servants.
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Photo of world map used during Project Empathy overnight experience where Middle School students reflected in silence on world affairs and wrote prayers for those in troubling situations.
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TEAM EWING Lower School faculty, students and parents didn’t just show up on March 29 for the 7th Annual Neuroblastoma 5K Run and Walk sponsored by Cook Children’s. They worked hard on the front end to raise a whopping $17,160 for the cause. Honoring Ewing Devaney ’23 (center), more than 50 All Saints’ participants wore “Team Ewing” t-shirts to help celebrate his first year of remission and support local treatment for one of the most common childhood cancers. Also pictured is Ewing’s sister Gracie Devaney ’17 (fifth from left) with her friends.
REIMAGINING THE EPISCOPAL CHURCHOn February 8, the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth celebrated five years after reorganization of the diocese. Numerous All Saints’ Episcopal School leaders and students attended the “Reimagining Our Church” service; Charlie Wright ’20 (center) was honored to serve as an acolyte.
LETTERS FROM HOMEAs part of the Lower School Chapel service dedicated to our Veterans and those currently serving in the military, faculty member Cherie Dioguardi collects student letters to soldiers. Messages sent to soldiers included “We pray for the military every day in Chapel,” and “I’m sure you would love to be home with your family, but you choose to fight for our country; you are truly a hero.”
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WFAA CHANNEL 8 SPENT THE EVENING OF FEBRUARY 20 AT ALL SAINTS’ LEARNING MORE ABOUT PROJECT EMPATHY. WATCH THE LIVE BROADCAST:
http://www.wfaa.com/news/education/Kids-endure-a-day-of-homelessness-to-learn-about-lifetimes-of-struggle-246461151.html
EXTENDING EMPATHYThere are so many wonderful legs to Middle School’s Project Empathy. Yes, February 20 was a night for homeless simulations, fasting, sleeping out in the cold and lots of prayer. But the next morning wasn’t just a time to gather five bags of blankets to be donated to local shelters. Middle School students lined up around the campus on Saints Circle to collect monetary donations from carpool parents and faculty. Funds collected were enough to purchase eight bicycles for the Presbyterian Night Shelter to offer individuals for transportation to work.
SAINTS COMMITTED TO SERVICEThe March issue of Girl Scout SPIRIT, the national Girl Scout magazine, featured two Upper School Saints who are committed to service. Twins Ellie and Emily Sullivan ’15, Girl Scout Ambassadors and Gold Award achievers, agree that they return to Girl Scouts year after year because it encourages them to be leaders, solve community issues and make a difference in this world. All Saints’ is the home of many Scouts, including several Gold Award Girl Scouts and Eagle Scouts.
BEAN BAGS FOR BUCKSLower School Student Council stepped up to help the hungry this spring. And they did it in a way that drew more attention than a traditional food drive. Each student who donated a bag of dry beans was allowed to throw a bean bag into a pot (in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day pot of gold). For each bean bag that made it into the pot, the Student Council donated $1 to the Tarrant County Food Bank, which can feed a family of four. Students successfully delivered 371 bags of dry beans and $500 to the local organization. 6
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ANONYMOUS VOLUNTEERISMThe Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported on March 5 that volunteers from four neighborhood associations, Boy Scouts and students from All Saints’ Episcopal School worked the previous weekend to plant trees in a historic park in Lake Worth. The project is part of a larger reforesting plan in honor of Lake Worth reservoir’s 100-year anniversary.
INDONESIA’S JUST A SKYPE AWAY8th grade Religion students video-conferenced with Muslim students in Indonesia this past February. The concept stems from Tony Blair Foundation’s Face to Faith program, which aims to facilitate dialogue between students of different cultural and religious backgrounds. Middle School Religion teacher Lucinda Hoad facilitated this conference and is scheduling more to continue to expose our Saints to global religious and political views and encourage servant leadership around the world.
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DON’T KEEP SERVICE A SECRET On March 4, Kevin Vermillion, father of Jackson, Carter ’22 and Luke ’26 (center), spent time with Kindergarten students to talk about his days in the Secret Service protecting President George Bush. His message? Be kind and serve others; love and protect what is important to you. Also pictured is Kindergarten teacher, Julie Yater (right).
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Self portraits of every student in the Lower School, which together, forms the tapestry of a community that lifts up individual gifts.
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5th Grade living History museum
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6TH GRADER TIPS THE DUKE SCALEEvery year, Duke University sponsors a Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) by offering academic testing to qualified students across the nation in grades 4-6. Students qualify if they have achieved standardized test scores in the top 5 percent of their grade level. For the 2013-14 school year, All Saints’ had 23 students register for the optional test, more than any other year. Out of 7,700 total Duke TIP participants, Sarah Tyree ’20 was one of 194 who achieved a score at or above 99 percent of 8th grade testers (two grades higher than her). Sarah was honored in the Duke TIP state recognition ceremony at TCU in May.
iSCIENTISTSophomore Honors Chemistry students didn’t just write papers on favorite scientists, they studied scientific works from a first-person perspective. Teacher Marsha Johnson challenged them to get into the minds of scientists including Dmitri Mendeleev and Rosalind Franklin before they were famous. Projects included writing to grant foundations for funding and expressing scientific accomplishments in new and creative ways.
MAYCOMB COUNTY PICNICThere’s no need to “scout” for food at the 8th grade annual Maycomb County Picnic. To celebrate the conclusion of the in-depth review of To Kill a Mockingbird in May, students dressed in 1930’s southern attire and brought themed lunch items to share, such as fried chicken, potato salad and sweet tea.
NIGHT AT THE LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMEach year in the Lower School, iconic figures who have shaped our nation’s history come to life in the 5th grade Living History Museum. Francis Scott Key, Anne Bradstreet, Davy Crocket, Ben Franklin and dozens of others tell you about their lives, their challenges and their biggest accomplishments. Not only do the students research and prepare a comprehensive research paper, they also design and produce vignettes where they present in character to captivated patrons.
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LARSSAINTS ARE IN THE HOUSEHouston attorney Bill Ferebee made a special appearance at the request of daughter-in-law Betsy Ferebee, 5th grade teacher, to facilitate an exercise with 5th graders on how a bill passes through Congress and how a democracy is built on the healthy tension of the three branches. Debra Koppelberger, Lower School Division Head, joined in the fun donning a wig and taking part in the exercise.
I SPY SEURATEarly Childhood student, Elizabeth Hart, guided by All Saints’ Dr. Robin Ward put her “math goggles” on to view several images of the artwork of Georges Seurat, French pointillist painter. EC students could discern the dots up close then watched them disappear as they stepped back. Using Do-A-Dot markers, students created their own colorful pointillist art and counted dots of class creations.
BEAUTY IN THE EYES OF A MATHEMATICIANMiddle School algebra students were encouraged to approach linear equations like an artist. Their inspiration was American artist Sol LeWitt, who is known world-wide as the founder of Conceptual Art, a movement in which art is constructed by anyone who follows a set of written instructions. Using a coordinate grid, algebra students were given a set of instructions requiring them to graph a variety of colored lines in all four quadrants.
SECOND ANNUAL FAMILY MATH NIGHTDr. Matt Barber with his Saints Julian ’23 and Berkeley ’26 are problem solving together in one of the math-themed challenge rooms during the Lower School Family Math Night. The evening is set aside for students and parents to celebrate math, participate in a variety of fun math games and challenges and explore hands-on learning.
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The Multifaceted Problem
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SCIENCE + ENGLISH = UNLIMITEDAs part of the Solar System unit, 6th grade Saints were asked to look at science a little differently – through a creative lens. Each selected a planet, analyzed unique features, then created an alien that could survive in their planet’s atmosphere. In addition to the alien artwork, they composed a scene sketch about their alien and blended scientific facts into a creative writing piece. 6th grade teacher Melissa Gresham was so impressed she blogged about the excercise in Faculty Voice.
FUTURE PROBLEM SOLVERS FOR SUREIn April, our Middle School’s Future Problem Solving team including Bryson Clark, Sienna DelConte, Bryce Early, Michael Smat, Jane Stephenson and Anna Tisdale, competed in a state-wide competition where students analyzed and presented on various topics. The All Saints’ team came home the Texas Drama Grand Champions in the Middle School division for their interpretation of a scenario where shopper intelligence is distributed to retail stores real-time. Bryson Clark ’19 (third from left) went on to the international competition and finished 6th in his category.
Brazos Pinto ’16 (right) competed individually at Future Problem Solvers state competition earning a spot at the June internationals. He returned the victor with a first place award in the MAGIC category – Multi Affiliate Global Issues Competition.
JUNIORS DEVELOP THEIR PASSIONS THROUGH HONORS THESISDuring their junior year, students have the option to develop and compose an individual in-depth thesis then defend it in front of a panel of peers, faculty and administrators. Three students from the Class of 2015 completed the lengthy process and will be recognized with honors during senior commencement.
Ryan Nguyen ’15 – Elements in Self PortraitThis resident artist began a journey of self discovery in the fall by starting an acrylic painting series of himself experiencing the four elements – fire, air, earth and water. His thesis compares experiencing each element from the vantage point of someone experiencing emotions and situations a teenager faces. Fire and air were the first self-portraits completed; earth and water will be carried into Ryan’s senior project.
Ellie Sullivan ’15 – Integrative MedicineIn her thesis, Ellie explores the validity of the practices involved in alternative medicine such as yoga, herbal remedies and acupuncture in concert with, not in lieu of, modern medicine. She supports that “society should find a balance between minor issues that can be solved with natural therapies and significant problems that require more contemporary treatment.”
Emily Sullivan ’15 – The Multifaceted Problem of Obesity in America(See left.)
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First place for Mayfest-themed original art category earned by All Saints’ Ryan Nguyen ’15.
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SAINTS WIN BIG AT THE BUCKLEYS On May 22, Saints attended the Fourteenth Annual Betty Lynn Buckley Awards at Casa Mañana. We went into the prestigious awards show, one that celebrates fine arts programs around the metroplex, with five Buckley Award nominations, the highest in All Saints’ history. Our nominations were: Ellie Hertel ’14, for Best Actress in a Play as Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing; Courtney Harris ’14, for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical as Hortense in The Boy Friend; Taylor O’Toole ’14 as Best Supporting Actress in a Musical as Maise in The Boy Friend; Best Musical for The Boy Friend; and Best Orchestra for The Boy Friend.
Ellie was first to accept an award. Within forty minutes, she performed in The Boy Friend number, graciously accepted the award for Best Actress in a Play, then performed a duet from Casa’s production of Jeckyl and Hyde. In her acceptance speech, Ellie thanked All Saints’ for lifting up the fine arts program, FAME for their endless support, the casts and crews of this year’s productions, and most importantly, Theatre Arts Director James Venhaus for challenging them to take on Much Ado About Nothing, All Saints’ first Shakespeare play. Venhaus was inspired to introduce students to the play after he returned last summer from performing at the Globe Theatre in London during his British fellowship program. Ellie will be attending Rider University for Theatre Arts this fall.
Next, Courtney picked up her award for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical. Earlier that week she was called out in a Dallas Morning News blog reporting on Buckley nominations, “One teen actress, Courtney Harris, a senior at All Saints’ Episcopal School, will be making her fourth appearance as a nominee in four years of high school. Courtney was nominated for best supporting actress in a musical for The Boy Friend, which was also nominated for Best Musical this year. It was one of five nominations for her school.” Courtney’s Buckley Award follows her acceptance of the Ben Brettell award at the prestigious Column Award Gala in February which honors theatre in Dallas Fort Worth. Courtney will be attending Indiana University for Theatre Arts in the fall.
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SAINTS SHOW STRONG AT MAYFEST The art competition during Mayfest is always well represented with artists from across the metroplex. This year, All Saints’ was second in total wins compared to competitor independent schools. Our six finalists are as follows: Abstract, Grades 3-5 Division: Gates Norris ’22 (left) – First PlacePastels, Middle School Division: Lauren Richardson ’19 (middle, seated) – Second PlaceMayfest Theme, Middle School Division: Jason Tidwell ’18 (middle, seated) – First Place; Holden Fricks ’18 (middle, standing) – Second Place Mayfest Theme, High School Division: Ryan Nguyen ’15 (right) – First Place; Courtney Hammit ’15 (right) – Second Place
IF THE SHOW FITS6th grade students took the spotlight in May with their production of Twinderella, a twist on the classic where Cinderella’s brother Bob is also looking for lost love. Students participated in all aspects of the musical including set design and creation, sound, lighting, costumes, even direction (with the guidance of 6th grade teachers Matt Becker, David Gaul, Melissa Gresham and Andi Hart).
LAB BAND PERFORMS AT UNTNine Upper School students in All Saints’ Lab Band were asked to perform in April as an opening to the UNT Talent Show held in the Murchison Performing Arts Center. Singer and guitarist Sydney Speer ’14 brought the crowd to their feet with fellow band members Patrick Boyce ’14, Kate Claunch ’16, Patrick Kelly ’15, Justin Miller ’15, Josh Morton ’14, Jackson Neely ’15, Michelle Piper ’14 and EJ Zukoski ’15.
FORT WORTH OPERA AT ALL SAINTS’In March, Lower School students were honored to have the Fort Worth Opera stop by to perform The Ugly Duckling. Students took part in and enjoyed the exciting performance.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL ART INVITATIONALTrent Barron ’18 and Arden Johnson ’18 were recognized for their artwork for the Private School Art Invitational on April 26. Trent placed 2nd in the 3D Category, and Arden placed 3rd in the 2D Category. The competition judges work from students in grades 5-8 from Dallas Fort Worth private schools.
SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK(ED) ALL SAINTS’Middle School theatre students had the crowd singing in April with popular School House Rock tunes “Conjunction Junction,” “I’m Just a Bill” and “Three is a Magic Number.” Under the direction of MS Theatre teacher, Brian Mathis, students who had experience in theatre or who had never set foot on stage delivered a genuinely electrifying performance.
DANCERS WORK WITH A MASTERPrima Ballerina Michele Gifford talked with All Saints’ Upper School students and led a master class for All Saints’ dancers in March. Gifford, a member of the New York City Ballet for twelve years, was brought in by FAME to educate students on her path to success in a highly competitive fine arts field.
ISAS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL IN HOUSTONOn April 3, 75 qualifying All Saints’ Upper School students left for St. John’s in Houston for a three-day festival celebrating every art form from visual arts to improv and drum line to music and drama. With a total of 42 schools and over 3,000 students, artists shared their talents with each other and celebrated fine arts programs in ISAS schools.
FINE ARTS SHOWCASE AT HOMEModeled after the ISAS Fine Arts Festival, Middle School and Upper School fine arts students showed off their arts for our community in the Third Annual All Saints’ Fine Arts Showcase. Utilizing every inch of the Upper School common areas, more than 175 All Saints’ artists demonstrated their works, performed formally on stage or informally in the Commons and enjoyed sharing their passions with friends, parents, teachers and visitors.
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8TH GRADE BOYS = TRIPLE THREATHas SAGE been serving the 8th grade boys extra helpings of protein? During the 2013-14 school year, 8th grade football, basketball and baseball teams went undefeated. Watch out Varsity, here they come.
SAINTS LACROSSE A SUCCESSDuring the sport’s inaugural year at All Saints’, Middle School and Upper School teams confidently took the field to compete against more established teams in the area. Middle School Saints are pictured here celebrating after their victory against Trinity Valley Trojans.
VARSITY TRACK & FIELD REPRESENTSAll Saints’ Varsity Track & Field team set several records in the spring. At the Texas Relays, the 4x400m relay team made up of Kendall Adams ’14, Isaiah Harris ’16, Campbell Hillard ’15 and Blaze Moorhead ’14 posted a personal best of 3:31. Grayson Borchardt ’15 also ran the 100m at a personal best of 11.3. Then at SPC, the 4x100m relay team made up of Grayson Borchardt ’15, Daniel Gresham ’14, Isaiah Harris ’16 and Brandon Johnson ’14 set a School record of 43.18. The Track & Field team placed third overall, winning three meets, the best performance in School history.
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5 6OLYMPIC SIZE TRAININGStudent athletes had the incredible opportunity this summer to train with Doc Patton, 3-time Olympic medalist, during the daily Strength and Conditioning program. Doc worked with athletes on overall speed, agility, quickness and endurance. He will also be assistant coach to the Track & Field team this next spring.
GOLFERS STEP UP THEIR GAMEMen’s and Women’s Golf teams had impressive seasons this spring with each golfer improving his or her score by an average of three strokes throughout the course of the season. Women’s Golf finished 3rd Place in SPC, led by Annabelle French ’16, Maddie Stephens ’15 and Samantha Garnett ’15 (pictured). Garnett finished as seventh medalist overall. Men’s Golf was led by Mader Bagley ’15, who shot a 78, and Reilly Freeman ’15, who shot an 82.
POLE VAULTING OFF THE CHARTSPole Vaulter Blaze Moorhead ’14 won a silver medal at SPC for 14 feet, a School record and personal best. The previous year, Blaze set the School record for 13 feet.
Izy Logan ’19 pole vaulted her way onto NBC5’s Tell Me Something Good spot. Izy won a gold medal representing All Saints’ at a Middle School Track & Field meet for her stellar performance.
RAISING THE BARAlyssa Phillips ’15 continues to bring home the gold through her equestrian endeavors. Back in 2011, Alyssa earned a team and an individual gold – the youngest rider to ever win gold – in the North American Junior and Young Riders Championship (Junior Olympics). A year later her team won gold again. So far this year Alyssa took first place at Poplar in Georgia among other big awards. And this fall, she will compete at the Intermediate level at the American Eventing Championships and more. All this and a member of All Saints’ Field Hockey team too. Watch Alyssa at the Junior Olympics this summer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9FzJ7gVX50.
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ALL SAINTS’ SIGNS A RECORD NUMBER SIGNING DAY, PART IIIDuring two previous All Saints’ signing ceremonies for the Class of 2014 athletes (November 19 and February 5), nine All Saints’ seniors signed letters of intent to join the athletic programs of major universities. But we were just getting started. Nine more seniors signed on April 30 during All Saints’ third signing ceremony, and one senior committed after that date. The total of All Saints’ seniors who have committed to compete in seven collegiate sports this fall is 19, which is 25% of the Class of 2014 – a School record. Seniors who signed at the April 30 ceremony are follows:
Henry Butz – Texas Christian University, Cross Country. Butz has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since 9th grade. He was a two-sport athlete and was a member of the Varsity Cross Country and Varsity Track & Field teams throughout all four years of his high school career. He holds the second fastest time in the 1600m in School history (4:57.64) and fastest time in the 3200m (10:58.20). Henry was named Captain of the Varsity Cross Country team as a junior and senior and was named MVP as a junior. Ford Corbett – Rice University, Football. Corbett has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since Kindergarten. He was nominated for the Davey O’Brien Scholarship Award, which recognizes outstanding high school senior student-athletes in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. He was a four-year letterman in football and also was a member of the wrestling and baseball teams. Blake Hollenbeck – Austin College, Football. Hollenbeck has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since 8th grade. He was a member of the All Saints’ football team throughout all four years of his high school career, the last two on Varsity. He was also a member of the All Saints’ Varsity Basketball team that climbed to a #9 state-wide ranking during his senior year. Blake was named All-SPC 2nd Team for football as a senior. Brandon Johnson – East Texas Baptist University, Football. Johnson has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since 4th Grade. Brandon was a three-sport athlete and participated in football, basketball and track & field. He holds the All Saints’ football single-season record for interceptions (9), which he accomplished as a senior. He was also a four-year letterman for the All Saints’ Varsity Basketball and Track & Field teams and was part of two record-holding Track & Field relay teams (4x200m and Sprint Medley).
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Jordan Keaton – Austin College, Football. Keaton has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since 8th grade. He was a two-year letterman on the All Saints’ Varsity Football team as well as a three-year letterman on the Varsity Basketball team. As a senior, Jordan was named All-SPC 2nd Team for football.
Cannon Maki – University of North Texas, Football. Maki has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since 7th Grade. He was a four-year letterman in football, wrestling and track & field and was named Captain of the football and wrestling teams. He received All-SPC 2nd Team recognition in football as a sophomore and All-SPC recognition his junior and senior years. He was a four-time All-SPC wrestler, a two-time SPC Champion wrestler (junior and senior years), placed 8th at Prep Nationals as a junior and took 1st place at Prep State as a senior.
Parker Pennington – Trinity University, Baseball. Pennington has been at All Saints’ since Kindergarten, was a three-year letterman on the All Saints’ Varsity Baseball team as well as three-year letterman on the All Saints’ Varsity Swimming team. He also was a member of the All Saints’ Varsity Cross Country team. Parker started 65/66 baseball games at the Varsity level and has led the team his senior year with 5 home runs, a .462 batting average and an .808 slugging percentage.
Victor Pinto – Austin College, Football. Pinto has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since Kindergarten. He was a member of the All Saints’ football team for all four years of his high school career, was a two-year letterman and a starter for his junior and senior seasons. He was named All-SPC 2nd Team his senior year and also was a member of the Varsity Track & Field team.
Emily Tabor – University of Texas, Cheerleading. Tabor has been at All Saints’ Episcopal School since Kindergarten. She was selected as an All-American cheerleader three times throughout her high school career, received the Leadership Award at Summer Cheer Camp, and was Captain of the All Saints’ Cheer Squad as a senior. Tabor has been accepted into the UT Liberal Arts Honors Program, which only accepts an average of 120 students, and went through multiple tryouts to earn one of five coveted open spots on the UT (Orange) Cheer Squad.
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Katie Mitchell – Baylor University, Track & Field. Mitchell was a member of the Varsity Volleyball and Track & Field teams her junior and senior year. As a senior, she helped lead the Volleyball team to the School’s first SPC Championship and received both the Upper Room and Blue and White Awards for Track & Field which recognize athletes for their leadership and commitment to their team and coaches.
Seniors who signed during the November 19 and February 5 ceremonies were published in Innovate Winter/Spring 2014 issue. They are: Kendall Adams – Kansas State University; Bailey Anderson – University of Georgia; Charlie Flores – Columbia University; Daniel Gresham – Southern Methodist University; Demetrius Knox – Ohio State University; Blaze Moorehead – University of Texas-San Antonio; Markham Paukune – Columbia University; Foster Sawyer – Texas Christian University; Brooke White – Sam Houston State University.
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DIVISION HEAD AWARDPresented to one boy and one girl in each grade who, in the judgment of the Division Head, has made the largest contribution this year to the life of the School.Nicole Adams ’18, Michael Smat ’18, Bryce Earley ’19, Michael Flores ’19
FACULTY AWARDPresented to one boy and one girl in each grade who in the past year has exhibited a genuine commitment to learning (not necessarily with the highest academic average), and who in the opinion of the faculty has demonstrated most clearly the qualities and characteristics of a true student: eagerness, cooperation, curiosity, perseverance, and dedication. Trent Barron ’18, Ashlyn Kotarski ’18, Sienna DelConte ’19, Kort Kuenstler ’19
ST. FRANCIS AWARD Presented by the Women’s and the Men’s Clubs of All Saints’ Episcopal Church to one boy and one girl in the 8th grade whose behavior reflects excellence in altruistic qualities: moral development, pro-social behavior and Christian service. Mathew Drobnich ’18, Riley Weeden ’18
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARDPresented by Daughters of the American Revolution to one student in the 8th grade who has consistently demonstrated the qualities of honor, service, courage, leadership, dependability and good character. Ben Henderson ’18
MIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOL AWARDS CEREMONY, MAY 14
LOWER SCHOOLLOWER SCHOOL AWARDS CEREMONY, MAY 22
Middle School Division Head Award Winners:
Bryce Earley ’19, Michael Flores ’19,
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DIVISION HEAD AWARDPresented to the 6th grade student who exemplifies outstanding character, leadership and academic effort.Sara Tyree ’20
ST. FRANCIS AWARD Presented by the Women’s and the Men’s Clubs of All Saints’ Episcopal Church to one boy and one girl in the 6th grade whose behavior reflects excellence in altruistic qualities: moral development, pro-social behavior and Christian service. Mary Caroline Hatcher ’20, Sam Parrish ’20
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SPIRIT AWARD Presented to one boy and one girl in each grade who has actively supported the School and who, in his or her own special way, has provided energy,vitality and life to the Middle School. Taylor Halbach ’18, Preston Luig ’18, T. Loffland ’19, Anna Tisdale ’19
FRONT DOOR AWARD Presented to one boy and girl in each grade who shows exceptional character, personal integrity and a commitment to the values that All Saints’ represents, and does so every day with a smile. Kaitlyn Klvac ’18, Finn Wilson ’18, Bryson Clark ’19, Kassie Elizondo ’19
NATIONAL MYTHOLOGY EXAMThe National Mythology Exam is given to students around the country to test individual understanding of Greek Mythology. To receive a medal, students must earn a score of 90% or better.
Class of 2019Gold Medal: Lauren RichardsonSilver: Ali Evans, Kort Kuenstler, Celia NowlinBronze: Hunter Balk, Trevor Dugan, Bryce Earley, Chloe Lancaster, Sophia Liedner, T Loffland, Jackson McKechnie, Ryan Rainbolt, Stephanie Simpson, Megan Smith, Jane Stephenson
NATIONAL SPANISH EXAM The National Spanish Exam is given to students around the country to test individual understanding of the Spanish language.
INTRODUCTORY SPANISHClass of 2019Silver: Bryson Clark, Kassie Elizondo, Sophia Leidner, Jane StephensonBronze: Bryce Earley, Ali Evans, Catherine Harris, Kort Kuenstler, Celia Nowlin, Marci PiperHonorary: Gwyneth Baker, Matthew Bolding, Trevor Dugan, Mia Giordano, Natalie Kellogg, Jackson McKechnie, Will Shipman, Kennedy Zak
SPANISH IClass of 2018Gold: Nicole AdamsSilver: Trent Barron, Christophe Chaumont, Ashlyn Kotarski, Georgia Smith, Bella Vrana, Riley WeedenBronze: Matt Albritton, Emma WeedenHonorary: Andrew Bird, Luke Brockermeyer, Olivia Chevreaux, Abbey Henyon, Tra McKinney, Will Rich, Anna Caroline Turner
NATIONAL LATIN EXAMThe National Latin Exam is given to students around the country to test individual understanding of Latin.
INTRODUCTION TO LATINSienna DelConte ’19, Bryce Earley ’19, Kassie Elizondo ’19, Ali Evans ’19, Gracie Hiemenz ’18, AJ Jablonski ’18, Kort Kuenstler ’19, Chloe Lancaster, Sophia Leidner ’19, Jackson McKechnie ’19, Celia Nowlin ’19, Jacob Speaker ’19, Mason Speaker ’19, Chase Stadtler ’19, Kennedy Zak ’19
LATIN IClass of 2018Summa Cum Laude: Nicole Adams, Trent Barron, Gracie Comtois, Jessie List, Georgia Smith, Cameron YatesMaxima Cum Laude: Matt Albritton, Will Evans, Abbey Henyon, Michael Smat, Emma WeedenMagna Cum Laude: Christophe Chaumont, Benjamin Heath, Antonio PanaCum Laude: Luke Brockermeyer, Taylor Halbach, Ben Henderson, John Kelley, Ashlyn Kotarski, Riley Weeden
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION, APRIL 23 Pictured left to right are the new inductees representing the Class of 2019: Will Shipman, Trevor Dugan, T. Loffland, Nathan Fackel, Kort Kuenstler, Easton Fehler, Michael Flores, Kassie Elizondo, Bryson Clark, Kennedy Zak, Gwyneth Baker, Bryce Earley, Ali Evans, Celia Nowlin and Sophia Leidner.
Not pictured are existing members representing the Class of 2018: Nicole Adams, Matt Albritton, Trent Barron, Christophe Chaumont, Will Evans, Ashlyn Kotarski, Jake List, Jessica List, Michael Smat, Georgia Smith, Riley Weeden, Finn Wilson and Cameron Yates.
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APPOINTMENT TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMYPresented by Lieutenant Colonel John Birk to All Saints’ newest appointment to the United States Air Force Academy.Wyatt Kelly ’14
ST. FRANCIS AWARDPresented by the Women’s and the Men’s Clubs of All Saints’ Episcopal Church to one boy and one girl in the senior class whose behavior reflects excellence in altruistic qualities: moral development, pro-social behavior and Christian service. Ben Albritton ’14, Elizabeth Bender ’14 SPIRIT AWARD Presented to one boy and one girl in each grade who has actively supported the School and who, in his or her own special way, has provided energy, vitality and life to the Upper School. Henry Butz ’14, Courtney Hammit ’15, Austin Decker ’16, Leea Yater ’17
SAINTS’ AWARD Presented to one student in each grade who is the outstanding member of the class. While those whom we have selected have all been fine students, we choose to give equal recognition to the other traits that they possess: excellent character, personal integrity and a commitment to the values that our School represents. Genevieve Merrill ’14, Ellie Sullivan ’15, Emily Sullivan ’15, Victoria Martin ’16, Matthew Flores ’17
FACULTY AWARD Presented to the student who in the past year has exhibited a genuine commitment to learning (not necessarily with the highest academic average), and who in the opinion of the faculty has demonstrated most clearly the qualities and characteristics of a true student: eagerness, cooperation, curiosity, perseverance and dedication. Alex Bush ’14
DIVISION HEAD AWARD Presented to one boy and one girl in the senior class who, in the judgment of the Division Head, has made the largest contribution this year to the life of the School. Samantha Paul ’14, Lee Siratt ’14
HEAD OF SCHOOL AWARD Presented to the senior who, in the opinion of the Head of School, has contributed outstanding scholarship, leadership and service to All Saints’ Episcopal School. Lynn Kelly ’14
YALE BOOK The Yale Book Award is an annual prize and keepsake from Yale University presented to one junior who demonstrates outstanding personal character and intellectual promise. Laura Doan ’15
GONZALEZ-WHISTLER FAMILY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD Presented to one senior who, in the opinion of the Gonzalez nominating committee, exemplifies strong academic prowess, but more importantly, a propensity towards leadership. Elizabeth Bender ’14
BRADLEY JAMESON AWARD To honor the memory of Bradley Jameson ’07, this endowed award and partial tuition grant is presented to one rising senior boy who demonstrates outstanding character, respect for the diversity of others, loyalty, compassion, kindness and a passion for life.Jonathan Song ’15
BARNABAS AWARD Presented by the Tara Sawyer Foundation to one senior boy and one senior girl who, in the opinion of the selection committee, shows outstanding character both in the classroom and on the field and who exhibits the traits of Barnabas himself who was considered “a noble companion” and whose name means “son of encouragement.” This award is accompanied by a $1,000 scholarship to the college or university the recipient plans to attend and may be given in conjunction with another award. Daniel Gresham ’14, Katie Mitchell ’14
CAMERON PHELAN CREATIVE WRITING AWARDTo honor the memory of Cameron Phelan ’99, this endowed award is presented to a junior who excels in creative writing. The award is accompanied by a $500 tuition grant and includes the winning essay being published in the School magazine (pages 40-41).Robert Senter ’15
NATIONAL SPANISH EXAMThe National Spanish Exam is an optional exam for students around the country to test individual understanding of the Spanish language.
SPANISH IIGold: Maddie Comtois ’17Silver: Grace Evans ’17, Virginia Leidner ’17Bronze: Caleb Albritton ’17, Carson Fricks ’16, Claire Mildren ’17, Brianna Vinson ’17Honorary: Brittany Barham ’17, Will DeBerry ’17, Carter Krzeminski ’17, Mark McDaniel ’17, Jacob Popp ’16, Riley Rector ’16, Emma Speaker ’17, Eric Whitfield ’17
SPANISH IVSilver: Kelly Carroll ’15 Bronze: Marshall Neve ’15Honorary: Avery Tanner ’15
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NATIONAL LATIN EXAMThe National Latin Exam is given to students around the country to test individual understanding of Latin.
LATIN IIGold Summa Cum Laude: Caleb Albritton ’17, Brittany Zak ’17Silver Maxima Cum Laude: Maddie Comtois ’17, Jared Moody ’17, Sean-Michael Pigeon ’17, Sam Wilhelm ’17Magna Cum Laude: Alex Hecht ’16, Amanda Lin ’17, Coby Vida ’17Cum Laude: Will DeBerry ’17
LATIN IIIClass of 2016Silver Maxima Cum Laude: Carson FricksMagna Cum Laude: Brazos Pinto, Tayler WeathersCum Laude: Ali Kaitcer, Kelsey Ramsey
POETRY IV Class of 2015Gold Summa Cum Laude: Eric Getz
LATIN V Class of 2014Silver Maxima Cum Laude: Ben TaylorCum Laude: Caroline Grace, Troy Henry, Betsy Shelton
SCHOLARSHIP CORDThe blue and white cord is presented to a senior who has earned one or more scholarships to a college or university.
INTERNATIONAL CUM LAUDE SOCIETY CORDThe white and gold cord is presented to a senior who is a member of the International Cum Laude Society, recognizing academic achievement for the purpose of promoting excellence, justice and honor.
NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY CORDThe multi-colored cord is presented to a senior who is a member of the National Art Honor Society, recognizing exceptional ability and interest in the visual arts.
$8.98 Million in Total Merit Scholarships were offered to 83% of the Class of 2014.
Kendall Adams Ben AlbrittonBailey Anderson Andrew Avondet Elizabeth BenderMargaret BoschiniPatrick BoyceChristian Broussard Alex BushHenry Butz Madeline Chilton Emily CookFord CorbettAshley Dioguardi Maddy Duran Tremayne FlemingsCharlie FloresAbby GentryCaroline Grace Daniel GreshamKasey Grona
Jade HajovskyCourtney Harris Troy Henry Ellie HertelGeneveive HodgesBlake HollenbeckBrandon Johnson Jordan Keaton Lynn KellyWyatt Kelly Isabelle KiehlJulia King Demetrius KnoxGriffin Lydahl Maya Maldonado Emily MarchoGenevieve MerrillKatie MitchellBlaze MoorheadJosh MortonAlexa Nolan
Taylor O’TooleAlex PageMarkham PaukuneSamantha PaulParker Pennington Victor Pinto Michelle PiperEmily PitschTorie ReynoldsFoster Sawyer Betsy SheltonLee SirattSydney Speer Browning Stimson Emily Tabor Ben Taylor Troy Thomas Brooke WhiteCody Wiseman Robert Wood
Ben AlbrittonBailey AndersonElizabeth BenderAlex BushFord Corbett
Caroline GraceKasey GronaLynn KellyJulia KingTaylor O’Toole
Alex PageEmily PitschBetsy SheltonEmily TaborBen Taylor
Madeline ChiltonOscar EspinosaCharlie Flores
Millicent FrenchChandler GreenfieldWill Ousup
Emily PitschTorie ReynoldsJane Speaker
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INTERNATIONAL CUM LAUDE INDUCTION, APRIL 23 Pictured left to right are inductees (I) and existing members (E): (Back Row) Elizabeth Schnolis ’15 (I), Laura Doan ’15 (I), Marshall Neve ’15 (I), Samantha Garnett ’15 (I), Gracie Chambers ’15 (I), Ford Corbett ’14 (I), Alex Bush ’14 (E), Ben Taylor ’14 (E), Kasey Grona ’14 (I), Betsy Shelton ’14 (E), Ben Albritton ’14 (I), Julia King ’14 (I), Caroline Grace ’14 (I), Lynn Kelly ’14 (E), Elizabeth Bender ’14 (I); (Front Row) Kelly Carroll ’15 (I), Emily Sullivan ’15 (I), Ellie Sullivan ’15 (I), Taylor O’Toole ’14 (I), Emily Pitsch ’14 (E), Emily Tabor ’14 (E), Bailey Anderson ’14 (I). Not pictured: Eric Getz ’15 (I) and Alex Page ’14 (E).
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY CORDThe blue and gold cord is presented to a senior who is a member of the International Thespian Society, an honorary division of the Educational Theatre Association, recognizing excellence in high school theater programs.
BALFOUR’S JOURNALISM HONOR CORDThe Columbia Blue cord is presented to a senior who demonstrates the strongest combination of grades, contributions and commitment to journalism.
INTERNATIONAL TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY CORDThe pink cord is presented to a senior who is a member of the International Tri-M Music Honor Society, recognizing academic and musical achievements.
Margaret BoschiniPatrick BoyceChristian BroussardAlex Bush
Maddy DuranCourtney HarrisTroy HenryEllie Hertel
Emily MarchoTaylor O’TooleBetsy SheltonBen Taylor
Elizabeth BenderMadeline ChiltonAshley DioguardiCaroline Grace
Lynn KellyWyatt KellyCannon MakiAlex Page
Samantha PaulLee SirattSydney SpeerEmily Tabor
Margaret BoschiniPatrick BoyceChristian BroussardAlex BushAbby Gentry
Daniel GreshamCourtney HarrisTroy HenryEllie HertelJosh Morton
Taylor O’TooleSydney SpeerBen Taylor
FINE ARTS RECOGNITIONALL SAINTS’ EXCELLENCE AWARD IN MUSIC This award is given to three students who have taken the AP Music Theory course and who have also been integral members of at least one other performing arts ensemble. The rigors of AP Theory have helped to make these students even better performers, and the energy they have brought to their ensembles and to the study of Music Theory is to be applauded.Patrick Boyce ’14, Christian Broussard ’14, Justin Miller ’15 ALL SAINTS’ CHOIR AWARDThe Choir Award is given to a talented and committed group of seniors who have participated in Choir for at least three years. Over the past three years these students have been accepted, through audition, to the TPSMEA All-Region Choir and/or the TPSMEA Women’s Choir; this year Ben Taylor was also accepted into the TPSMEA All-State Choir.
Margaret Boschini ’14, Patrick Boyce ’14, Daniel Gresham ’14, Courtney Harris ’14, Ellie Hertel ’14, Ben Taylor ’14
ALL SAINTS’ PIANO AWARDThe Piano Award is given to a student who has demonstrated a passion for the piano, and who has striven for excellence in his performing.Alex Bush ’14
ALL SAINTS’ LAB BAND AWARDThe Lab Band Award is given to a student who has demonstrated leadership, commitment, and musicianship for all four years.Sydney Speer ’14
ALL SAINTS’ PERCUSSION AWARDThe Percussion Award is given to a student who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment, and musicianship as a member of the All Saints’ Drum Line.Ethan Fricks ’15
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ALL SAINTS’ EXCELLENCE AWARD IN THEATRE ARTSThe Excellence Award in Theatre Arts is given to a senior who exemplifies a strong work ethic, boundless creativity and unwavering dedication to the Theatre Arts program of All Saints’ Episcopal School. Margaret Boschini ’14, Ellie Hertel ’14, Courtney Harris ’14, Taylor O’Toole ’14
ALL SAINTS’ THEATRE ARTS AWARDThe Theatre Arts Award is given to students who go above and beyond in every aspect of Theatre Arts, and for their continued dedication to the Theatre Arts program of All Saints’ Episcopal School. Hailey Bailey ’15, Larkin Rich ’15 , Alex Wade ’15
ALL SAINTS’ EXCELLENCE AWARD IN VISUAL ARTSThe Excellence in Visual Arts Award is given to the student who embodies the essence of a true artist, in both talent and creativity and has participated in the Visual Arts for four years and has served as a model of commitment and achievement within the visual arts community. Emily Pitsch ’14
ALL SAINTS’ ARTIST AWARD The Artist Award is given to the student who exemplifies the talent and creativity in the body of work produced throughout the year.Ryan Nguyen ’15 , Elizabeth Schnolis ’15
ALL SAINTS’ EXCELLENCE IN DANCE AWARDThe Excellence in Dance Award is presented to the outstanding dance student for her work ethic, exuberance and commitment to the dance program. She serves as an inspiration to both her instructor and her peers with her untiring dedication to the art of dance. Caroline Grace ’14
NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETYThe National Art Honor Society is designed to inspire and recognize students who have shown an outstanding ability and interest in art. The 2014 inductees are: Virginia Arenas ’17, Hudson Bearden ’17, Emily Brock ’16, Abby Carroll ’16, Madeline Chilton ’14, Jordan Cisco ’17, Abby Diebolt ’17, Oscar Espinosa ’14, Millicent French ’14, Annabelle French ’16, Mimi Garza ’16, Chandler Greenfield ’14, Cori Greenfield ’17, Brezlyn Groenig ’17, Elizabeth Hodnett ’16, Anna Honeycutt ’17, Sophia Iglesias ’16, Quincy Jones ’16, Marti King ’16, Virginia Leidner ’17, Amanda Lin ’17, Karlee Mansfield ’16, Cailtin Parsley ’17, Carson Pate ’16, Sara Kate Puff ’16, Torie Reynolds ’14, Maggie Roberts ’15, Emma Speaker ’17, Jane Speaker ’14, Maddie Stephens ’15, Zack Switalski ’16, Coby Vida ’17, Brianna Vinson ’17, Mimi White ’15, Li Yuxing ’16
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETYThe International Thespian Society is the student honorary division of the Educational Theatre Association and recognizes excellence in middle and high school theatre. The 2014 inductees are: Ashley Barham ’16,
Patrick Boyce ’14, Harrison Brentlinger ’15, Alex Bush ’14, Laura Doan ’15, Grace Evans ’17, Matt Flores ’17, Isabel Guinn ’15, Luke Leitzman ’15, Renée Merrill ’16, Caitlin Parsley ’17, Diana Roberts ’15, Tayler Weathers ’16, Brittany Zak ’17
ATHLETIC RECOGNITIONVARSITY SPORTSMost Valuable Outstanding Athlete (MVP): This athlete is one who by action elevates the play of his or her teammates when the game is “on the line.”
Most Improved Player (MIP): This athlete has shown steady improvement in his or her play over the course of the season. Peers and coaches alike recognize that this athlete has made the biggest strides.
Spirit and Dedication Award (Blue and White): This athlete diligently attends and enthusiastically commits to each practice and game. He or she is respectful of coaches, teammates, and opponents, plays “for the love of the game” and instills the same spirit in his or her players. The athlete must have lettered for two years.
Leadership and Character Award (Upper Room): This athlete understands and demonstrates leadership with his or her team. Examples of the true meaning of sportsmanship, dignity and character are manifest in this athlete.
BASKETBALL (MEN’S) MVP: Kendall Adams ’14MIP: Tremayne Flemings ’14Blue and White: Charlie Flores ’14Upper Room: Ben Albritton ’14 BASKETBALL (WOMEN’S)MVP: Briana Wallace ’15MIP: Alissa Leaderer ’17Blue and White: Courtney Hammit ’15Upper Room: Chrissy Leaderer ’15
CHEERLEADINGBlue and White: Gracie Chambers ’15, Alex Page ’14Upper Room: Abby Gentry ’14, Emily Tabor ’14 CROSS COUNTRYMVP: Truett Miller ’16MIP: Caleb Albritton ’17Blue and White: Ben Taylor ’14Upper Room: Henry Butz ’14
FIELD HOCKEYMVP: Torie Reynolds ’14MIP: Vivian McNair ’15Blue and White: Elizabeth Bender ’14Upper Room: Madeline Chilton ’14
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FOOTBALLMVP: Offense – Foster Sawyer ’14, Defense – Cannon Maki ’14, Team – Kendall Adams ’14MIP: Offensive Attack Team – Jake Hamilton ’15, Jack Brockermeyer ’16, Defensive Attack Team – Kevin Stadtler ’15, Logan Cowan ’16Blue and White: Ford Corbett ’14, Cannon Maki ’14Upper Room: Kendall Adams ’14
GOLF (MEN’S):MVP: Mader Bagley ’15MIP: Reilly Freeman ’15Blue and White: James Barnett ’16Upper Room: Carson Pate ’16
GOLF (WOMEN’S):MVP: Samantha Garnett ’15MIP: Mimi Garza ’16Blue and White: Mimi Garza ’16Upper Room: Maddie Stephens ’15
SOCCER (MEN’S)MVP: Jonathan Song ’15MIP: James Smat ’15Blue and White: Jack Walraven ’15Upper Room: Ryan Drobnich ’15
SOCCER (WOMEN’S)MVP: Julia King ’14MIP: Katie Seliga ’15Blue and White: Emily Brock ’16Upper Room: Emily Marcho ’14
SOFTBALL:MVP: Katie Seliga ’15, Briana Wallace ’15MIP: Amanda Hartmann ’17Blue and White: Berkeley Phillips ’15Upper Room: Larkin Rich ’15, Elizabeth Schnolis ’15
SWIMMINGMVP: Richelle Daniels ’15MIP: Robert Anthony Del Vecchio II ’17Blue and White: Betsy Shelton ’14Upper Room: Wyatt Kelly ’14
BOYS TENNIS:MVP: Eric Rutledge ’15MIP: Sam Wilhelm ’17Blue and White: Ryan Drobnich ’15Upper Room: Will DeBerry ’17
GIRLS TENNIS:MVP: Maddie Stephens ’15MIP: Emily Brock ’16Blue and White: Grace Tracy ’16Upper Room: Julianne Garnett ’16
TRACK AND FIELD:MVP: Katie Mitchell ’14, Blaze Moorhead ’14MIP: Grayson Borchardt ’15, Amanda Lin ’17Blue and White: Katie Mitchell ’14, Campbell Hillard ’15Upper Room: Henry Butz ’14, Daniel Gresham ’14, Katie Mitchell ’14
VOLLEYBALLMVP: Brooke White ’14MIP: Imani Davis ’16Blue and White: Katie Karbo ’16Upper Room: Maggie Roberts ’15 WRESTLINGMVP: Lee Siratt ’14MIP: Ryan Kelly ’17Blue and White: Simon Gaul ’16Upper Room: Cannon Maki ’14
BOOSTER CLUB II TIMOTHY AWARDPresented to athletes demonstrating the most Christ-like attitude in their Upper School athletic career; emphasizing physical, spiritual and mental endurance and sportsmanship. II Timothy 4:7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith…” Henry Butz ’14, Madeline Chilton ’14, Samantha Paul ’14, Lee Siratt ’14, Matt Boyle ’15, Elizabeth Schnolis ’15
CHARLES BERTRAM BAKER, II AWARDPresented to a senior Varsity Football player with outstanding character, leadership and athletic ability. Foster Sawyer ’14
KENT HENNING SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARDPresented to athletes who participate in at least two sports with high academic standards (cumulative GPA of 90 or above) and strong character.Elizabeth Bender ’14, Henry Butz ’14, Ford Corbett ’14, Charlie Flores ’14, Blake Hollenbeck ’14, Wyatt Kelly ’14, Julia King ’14, Maya Maldonado ’14, Parker Pennington ’14, Ben Taylor ’14
SAINTS AWARDPresented to senior athletes who have participated in athletics for three seasons per year for four years.Brandon Johnson ’14, Cannon Maki ’14
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HEAD’S SCHOLARSThis prestigious merit award established in 2005 celebrates academic achievements of rising 7th through 11th grade students who meet and maintain exemplary standards of academics, character development and servant leadership. New Head’s Scholars chosen during the 2013-14 school year are featured here.
Claire Prioleau ’16 is passionate about service, particularly in working with underprivileged children. She tutors young girls at Pearls of Hope every week, and she began her summer this year with a two-week trip to Zambia to serve at a camp for orphaned children. At School, Claire is a Student Ambassador and a member of the Tad Bird Honors College “Pioneer” Cohort.
Michael Smat ’18 is most fulfilled by his “engineering side.” He loves science and math and making something out of a pile of trash. He serves as youth film director at his church and has enjoyed participating in debate and Future Problem Solvers. Michael is very excited about Upper School, especially the Solar Car Challenge and Honors College.
Jack Delk ’20 is looking forward to new classes, especially Latin, and the challenge of more advanced learning in Middle School. He enjoys playing several sports, and he loves to read. In fact, he volunteers at his local public library so that he has easy access to lots of books. Jack is a good friend to all even in competition, and he is very active in his church.
Sarah Tyree ’20 likes to try everything. She appreciates the many opportunities afforded to All Saints’ students and takes advantage of as many of those as she can. She enjoys teaching fire safety classes and volunteering with the Fort Worth Fire Department, and her dream job is to be a book editor so that she could read for a living. Sarah looks forward to all the different classes in Middle School and joining the debate team.
Continuing Head’s Scholars Laura Doan ’15Eric Getz ’15Marshall Neve ’15
Caleb Albritton ’17Grace Evans ’17Brittany Zak ’17
Trent Barron ’18Bryson Clark ’19
By Mary Tracy
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CAMERON PHELAN CREATIVE WRITING AWARDTo honor the memory of Cameron Phelan ‘99, this endowed award is presented to a junior who excels in creative writing. The award is accompanied by a $500 tuition grant and includes the winning essay being published in the School magazine. Faculty-nominated students are asked to draw inspiration from an image and write an essay on the theme “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.” For the 2013-14 school year, Robert Senter ’15 took the prize with his essay Downward Spiral.
DOWNWARD SPIRAL
I don’t have much time left. When I look back on my life I just consider where I went wrong and how
I ended up here on the corner of a blank street with a nameless sign. I’m still here actually. I’m not the
homeless man you see before you. I’m much more than that: his protector, his shield, his blanket. Well, if
you want to get technical about it, I’m his quilt. For the moment I’m nothing special, but back in the day I
was the envy of quilts everywhere: the blanket to brandish, the linen of luxury, the comforter of kings, the
terror of towels. Looking back I can see that my life was great so I’ll start my story from the beginning.
The hands that built me were nothing special, just another old woman with Alzheimer’s. In fact, the
woman couldn’t even remember who I was made for. As her decision wavered between her grandson,
granddaughter and great niece, to my horror, my pattern changed as well.
Eventually she decided I would be given to her grandson. Upon unwrapping me, I was taunted
with insults such as “lame”, “stupid” and “certainly not what I asked for”. The other members of the
household were even worse, declaring me too ugly to be displayed in the living room. I was banished to
the closet, and placed at the bottom in the very back.
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Time passed as I decayed in shame. Unbeknownst to me they had plans to give me away as soon as
possible. That very Christmas, I was to be dispatched to another family as a “white elephant” gift.
The gathering thought this exchange most hilarious and soon I became a running joke. Annually I
was on display as a failure of style and fashion until I ended up at the local donation center. There
I remained among equals: the un-used, the un-wanted, the outcast. It was at this donation center
where I found my next owner, or rather, he found me. He was running for the governorship of the
state and making a special appearance at a charity event when I caught his eye. It was love at first site
and he had to have me. I adorned him at every napping and I was given the nickname “Old Glory”.
Before I knew it, I moved from the governor’s foot of the bed to the President’s bed in the White
House. There I was surrounded by those who hated me. The president’s cabinets were green with
envy. The towels referred to me as the “first blanket”. The blankets gave me the title “the leader of
the free nap”. Meanwhile, I alone consoled the President as he rested from his late night negotiations
with foreign powers, attempting to stave off World War III. Despite all the success and the attention
I captured from the President, I was not safe from the vengeful eyes of the First Lady. She thought me
hideous as she folded me rather sternly. While the President’s good graces always kept me by the bed,
he eventually give in to his wife’s demands to have me sent away forever. In a blink of an eye, I was
passed off to a secretary who then gave me to her son as a present for college. Within one semester,
he flunked out but as luck would have it his Disco Revival Band took off. I found myself touring the
country with the “Gee Bees”. We caught the “Saturday Night Fever” while asking ourselves “How deep
is your love?” The band groupies were “staying alive” as we “jive-talked” our way from city to city.
Unfortunately, the good times didn’t last. I recall saying to the nice policeman “I don’t know how that
stuff got in between the folds of my quilt”. To this day I deny any allegations of substance abuse.
Not believing my story, I was soon incarcerated, sent to the big house, running the green mile, gone
to the slammer, coolin’ it in the cooler, jamming in the joint, living the stoney lonesome. They called
this jail the Evidence Locker. I heard horror stories from my cellmates, other items of “evidence”.
They too, deemed themselves wrongfully imprisoned. Alas, we were never restored to our former
glories. In there I did things I wasn’t proud of, but at the time was necessary for survival.
Fortune smiled upon me once again. As it turned out I was under the protection of the Detroit Police
Department. Due to a lack of funding, the department was forced to hold a Police Auction. The
night before the big auction, my cellmate, a blanket belonging to a Mr. Andy Dufresnne, told me if
he wasn’t sold at the auction he intended to escape to Zihuatanejo. After an embarrassingly short
bidding war, I was sold to “the man in the torn jeans” who immediately tried to pawn me in exchange
for a set of nun chucks. Unfortunately the deal fell through. After a quick background check it was
discovered that my owner had a history of violent episodes with martial arts weapons.
Although I would say that this misadventure is far from over yet seeing as the whole pawn shop
incident was only twenty minutes ago. I have come to reflect upon my wonderfully weaved life since
that traumatic experience. And I have reached the conclusion that it was better to have reached the
top selves of the White House and ultimately fall to the use of a blanket/handkerchief for a homeless
man than to never have been quilted at all.
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AROUND ALL SAINTS’
Q & U WEDDING: FEBRUARY 28 Early Childhood students celebrated the wedding of Q & U, which is part of a special literacy unit. Father Mel officiated a mock wedding in the Chapel with vows that incorporate Q & U words, promising Q to be treated like a Queen and eat Queso. The girls wore a veil and letter Q necklace and boys wore a bow tie and letter U necklace. All Early Childhood students participated in the wedding, and the celebration ended with a glorious reception.
JUNIOR UNITY DAY: APRIL 22 Junior students and their parents participated in a special service honoring this milestone year and recognizing the journey they are about to undertake as seniors preparing for college. During the service, each student presents an item of special significance to be blessed by one of the chaplains. The rest of the day included lunch at Joe T. Garcia’s and fellowship time.
NATURALIZATION CEREMONY: APRIL 17 A fourth grade class and an Early Childhood class led the Pledge of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony where new citizens take the oath of citizenship. The grandfather of Adair Miller ’27 and Elizabeth Miller ’22 was the judge presiding over the ceremony.
By Meg Hasten
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CINDERELLA BALL: APRIL 25 Kindergarten classes engaged in an extensive interdisciplinary unit studying fairy tales, knights, maidens and castles. To celebrate the completion, they dressed as knights and princesses and paraded through campus, ending up in the Lower School Commons for a ball that included individual student speakers, singers and waltzes. The grand finale also included a picnic feast.
ARMED FORCES DAY: MAY 8 A special Lower School Chapel service honored our veterans and current military by inviting students’ family members who are currently serving or have previously served in the military. After the service, students were given flags to place along the perimeter of the Burnett Great Lawn.
ROBING CEREMONY: MAY 16 Surrounded by their family and friends, seniors chose a significant individual to robe them in their Commencement robe and spoke to the impact that individual has had in their life. It is the senior’s opportunity to say thank you as they head into Commencement the following day.
COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY: MAY 17 Seventy-five Saints accepted diplomas on the Burnett Great Lawn having earned nearly $9 million in scholarship dollars. 35 percent of the senior class plans to pursue a degree in the arts while 24 percent will pursue collegiate athletics. Each senior served an average of 133 community service hours in high school alone.
BACCALAUREATE: MAY 13 This special Eucharist service for seniors and their parents at All Saints’ Episcopal Church was a bookend for their time at All Saints’. It was a time to reflect on their journey thus far and celebrate and bless their future ahead.
FIELD DAY: MAY 16 Early Childhood and Lower School students enjoyed fun in the sun (and on the field) with teamwork, games, obstacles and relays.
SUMMER UNIVERSITY AT ALL SAINTS’: SUMMER 2014Students ages 3 to 18 attended a wide variety of exciting classes over the span of ten weeks this summer. More than 400 students took part in 112 classes which included Latin, sewing, video game creation, filmmaking, ACT/SAT prep, sailing, cooking, Greek and Roman mythology and many more. At leaset 20 percent of the students represented more than 50 schools outside of All Saints’. What a great opportunity to show off our beautiful campus and talented teachers!
Watch the Summer University 2014 video at aseschool.org/SummerUniversity.
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PUDGE BASEBALL CAMP: JULY 21-23Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez hosted his second summer camp at All Saints’ with a General Session for campers grades 3 through 8. Pudge covered the mechanics of hitting, bunting, base running and stealing, sliding, defensive techniques and athletic performance.
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BARKER COLLEGE, MARCH 2014 By Meg Hasten A unique partnership formed between two schools oceans apart when Dr. Bird and the previous Head of School at Barker College in Australia, Dr. Rod Kefford, attended a Klingenstein Fellowship together at Columbia University in 2001. They found a kinship in school mission and ethos that grew into a relationship which now promotes cross-cultural experiences between the two Anglican schools.
All Saints’ seniors apply to take part in the exchange program in connection with their Senior Project. This year, Abby Gentry ’14 and Lee Siratt ’14 participated in the exchange for two weeks in March as part of their Senior Project. Abby kept a blog during the exchange, (abbyinaustralia.weebly.com) which kept you reading through both quips and thoughtful reflections. “Today I learned how to surf. I’m sorry, let me rephrase that. Today the ocean beat me up for two hours.” Or her Australia vs. America post relating similarities and differences: “People here keep telling me that McDonalds in Australia is ‘fresher’ and ‘better for you.’ This is confusing and I can almost promise you this has not been proven. My thoughts on McDonalds remain the same.” Lee discussed his exchange experiences during his Senior Project Presentation through both the framework of what he learned
(a completely different education system and government), and the day-to-day experience of living in a different culture. Both students spoke to (or wrote about) the incredible number of questions Australian students had for them to answer. “The most common questions revolved around gun laws,” Lee mentioned. Questions directed at Abby revolved more around life as an American teenager, like “Is prom really dramatic?” and “Are there really yellow school buses?”
The exchange is no vacation; the students attend classes at Barker College while being immersed in Australian culture, either living in dorms on Barker’s campus with other students, or living with a host family. They navigate the similarities and differences between culture, campuses, world views and backgrounds and are encouraged to discuss world dilemmas and attempt to approach them with fresh
lenses. “That is central to what it means to be a global citizen,” Father Madison, Head of the Upper School and Assistant Head of School noted. The plan is for All Saints’ to host Barker College
students again this fall, and to send All Saints’ seniors to Barker next spring.
TRAVELING SAINTS
5TH GRADE: BEAR CREEK RANCH, MAY 8by Meg Hasten The fifth grade took a road trip to Bear Creek Ranch in Lancaster, Texas to gather comparative data for the Trinity L.A.N.D.S. program. The students caught macro invertebrates to identify, tested stream water for oxygen saturation as well as nitrates, and followed a riparian walk that showed the flow of water over the centuries. The volunteer guides are experts in their field and give their time so that students will understand and protect our precious lands and water.
4TH GRADE: ABILENE AND BUFFALO GAP, MAY 9By Mandy Bryson The fourth grade traveled to Abilene as an extension to their Texas History studies. They were able to see the progression of how Texas was shaped by the Native Americans and how the early Pioneers changed the land. Students stepped back in time at Buffalo Gap Historic Village and experienced what life was like as a pioneer in Texas.
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TRANSYLVANIA, JUNE 2014By Marsha Johnson
Three seniors (Will Allen, Hudson Cleveland and Alex Wade) had the rare experience this June of helping an international team of scientists quantify the
various key taxa in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania, which is of outstanding biodiversity value and threatened by human activity.
A total of about 40 high school students and their chaperones from schools in Pennsylvania and in China joined us on this expedition.
Working alongside university professors and graduate students from across the globe, the students involved in this expedition were based in tents in two different valleys over the course of the two weeks in mid-June. They assisted with surveys of the bear and wolf populations, grassland surveys of key indicator species, mapping the community structure of reptiles and amphibians and helped with call-back surveys of the nine species of woodpecker and the owls such as the spectacular Ural owl. They also conducted night studies of the
local bat populations. The students frequently left their campsite with their team by 5:30 a.m. and occasionally had to do surveys until 11:00 p.m. – an exhausting
schedule for teenage boys!
Students became familiar with the survey techniques used to survey these species, assessing the advantages and disadvantages, and providing needed data which helped
determine the proper course of action to prevent destruction of habitat. There were also daily lessons over this region’s outstanding biodiversity value, the Saxon villages of the region and their history, the threats caused by agricultural intensification, the impact of chytrid fungus on amphibians and other topics.
We spent the majority of the time in two Saxon villages: Richis and Nou Sasesc, each for a week. In Richis, we camped in tents and all food was locally grown and cooked
by village women – and delicious! There are about 30 villages in this region, each with a fortified church established about 600 years ago, with a total combined population of
25,000. They still farm using the same methods of 600 years ago with horse-drawn plows, using scathes to hand-cut the hay.
Prior to the trip, I worked with our students to ensure their familiarity with common species in the region, but also to identify a guiding question for each of them. The idea was to have one over-arching goal or question, upon
which each student was focused throughout the entire experience, giving a depth of understanding to the project. Each student was required to journal daily about their experiences, including pictures and discussing techniques and discoveries.
Exercising their genius within, our students experienced hands-on learning from renowned professors in the field of biodiversity, participated in a mission to save a threatened and unique ecosystem, and utilized their own individual
talents to lead to a deeper understanding of our planet and its inhabitants. The All Saints’ seniors will share their experiences with the larger All Saints’ community through a Senior Project.
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Amidst a prominent Classical curricular foundation at All Saints,, a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) project is building its niche on campus and on the national track. Through the Solar Car Competition, All Saints, students have spent their year (and summer) designing, building and racing their own solar-powered vehicle.
Only 23 schools nationwide compete in the Solar Car Challenge. All Saints, is one of five Dallas/Fort Worth schools and the only independent school. But our students are no strangers to challenge, to innovation.
By Meg Hasten
Scott Walraven ‘15 and Jack Walraven ‘15
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The Solar Car program is not unique in that it challenges students to think critically. It’s not unique in that it brings engineering skills to the high school level. This program is unique because it does each of those things and is a volunteer project that is student-led, student-driven and student-owned, from start to finish.
Not only do the students engineer the design for the Solar Car, but they also build it from top to bottom dedicating five hours a week during the school year and between 10-50 hours a week in the summer. Students learn basic machinery and apply physics principles to manipulate real-life objects; they learn about welding, solar power and electricity. And then they apply their knowledge to achieve the preferred outcome. Success in life is not determined by knowing a solution, but rather by taking part in making the positive solution a reality.
As they are building their car, students are also charged with soliciting sponsorships to cover the costs of building and racing. Faculty leaders Dr. Lyle Crossley and Joe Morris spend time working with the students to develop their poise, speaking skills and knowledge of the overall project…and then they release the reigns and let the students take the driver’s seat.
“It’s surprising, but I get just as much satisfaction from getting a sponsorship as I did crossing the finish line last summer in L.A.,” Nicholas Iglesias ’15 said. “We spend a lot of time preparing for these sponsorship pitches and when we walk into a room full of prominent business men and women, it’s intimidating. But there’s a rush we get when we hear
the company decides to hand a check over to help a bunch of teenagers.”
Presentation skills also translate to the competition. At the start of the competition, but before the actual racing begins, judges ask each participating student a variety of questions about their car and about solar energy. The questions are directed at the students, not the faculty leaders. You remember how your mom helped you do your fourth grade science fair project? This is the opposite. The students have to know this project and their roles inside and out. They have to know their car inside and out.
The Solar Car program is student-led, but so was the project’s inception. Ryan Drobnich ’15 and Nicholas Iglesias ’15 originally talked to Peggy Wilson, Middle School Physical Science teacher, about the program when they were in the 8th grade. Drobnich had seen a story about that year’s race on the news and wondered if All Saints’ would ever consider starting a Solar Car project. As the boys moved into Upper School, Drobnich’s father, Joe, approached Upper School Division Head Fr. David Madison with the idea. Interested in the opportunity but needing an in-house expert, Fr. Madison went straight to Lyle Crossley who agreed to oversee the project…and promptly called Joe Morris to lead it with him. Thus the project team started to take shape.
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The two faculty advisors do more than just show up for meetings. Dr. Lyle Crossley, Upper School Physics teacher, and Joe Morris, Middle School Life Science teacher, organize the workspace and work schedule. They source obscure parts and drive all over DFW to purchase them. They coach students for and attend the sponsorship presentations. They attend workshops and other events to promote the project. They have even served as competition judges in years previous to All Saints’ participating. And perhaps most importantly, they serve as a deep resource for these students.
“One thing that was instilled in me was the belief that with enough research and help from people with training and a passion for engineering, a person could build just about anything,” Crossley said.
When asked what their role as leaders means, Joe Morris said: “Oddly, it is not to build a Solar Car. Our primary role is to help and guide students. We help them learn to plan. We help them learn to research and arrange for purchases. We help them with the scientific process of testing and redesigning and testing again. We help them address the public and teach others about solar power and renewable energy. We help and guide them through working relationship issues. Most of us didn’t learn how to work with others at this level until we were out of college and falling on our face in our first job.”
Both Crossley and Morris share similar backgrounds that uniquely prepared them for this type of project. Crossley grew up with a father who was always inventing and building, including things like trains for amusement parks, small yachts, and a gasoline powered three-wheeled vehicle. He also spent three years at Texas A&M in the Physics Enhancement Project, where he learned how to use engineering-type projects to enhance student learning. Also influenced by his father, an Agronomist and accomplished carpenter, Morris spent his childhood exploring the “whys and hows” of life. That curiosity led him to a career in science (teaching Life Science, Earth Science, Integrated Physics and Chemistry, Biology, General Chemistry, Pre-AP Chemistry and AP Chemistry) and a desire to share his passion for science with students.
“There is nothing more rewarding than stirring up curiosity in young minds and then guiding them to discover the ‘why and how,’” Morris said. Crossley and Morris together, though they arrived with similar experiences, bring different qualities and skill sets to the project and to the mentorship of these students. Crossley focuses on the big picture planning and on goals and deadlines, while Morris focuses on managing the day-to-day tasks and student time. There’s no doubt they are a dynamic duo making their fathers proud.
Joe Morris and Dr. Lyle Crossley with team members.
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As Morris indicated, the team is structured much like that of a company, teaching students how to manage working relationships. Members are identified for their strengths and then given responsibilities and tasks that help them develop those strengths and interests even further, whether it’s pairing a computer science person with the solar car’s telemetry system or putting someone who builds cars in free time in charge of the overall build. Students find their niche and current skill sets are utilized while new strengths are developed. Since it’s a small team, everyone is expected to be well versed on the overall car and to jump in when needed. The convenient location of the Solar Car garage also contributed to successful teamwork. Graciously donated by Greg and Brad Fricks, students could gather quickly just off campus at the Fricks Company site and get to work.
The All Saints’ Solar Car Team of 19 Upper School students competed in the 2013 Solar Car Challenge cross-country race from the Texas Motor Speedway to Los Angeles, California, placing sixth in their division. As a first-year participating team, the outcome is impressive.
“Last year’s trip from Fort Worth to California was as much a test of our ability to simply build a car that would move under its own power as it was an actual race,” Morris said. “The fact that our car continued to run the entire distance without breaking down, and roll into the California Science Center parking lot under its own power, was an accomplishment none of us truly expected.”
And not just an accomplishment, but an experience every single student will remember.
“Last year, I saw my son mature more in the week that they traveled to L.A. than I had all year,” Lucy Whitaker, mom of David Whitaker ’16, said. “The responsibility he was entrusted with really made an impact.”
Within a month of finishing the race, the students started to redesign and rebuild the car for quicker speed and longer stretches of road.
After adding more solar panels, designing them on a hinge to take advantage of absorbing sunlight while the car is not in motion, and lightening the overall weight of the car, the new and improved car averaged over 20 mph during test runs earlier this summer (compared to 17 mph last year). This year’s challenge hosted by Austin Energy was a hybrid closed-track/road race event. Teams spent two days, July 21-22, at the Texas Motor Speedway and then drove their vehicles on the road to Austin over the course of another two days, July 23-24.
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“We want to place this year,” Iglesias said. Placing would mean finishing in the first five cars. “And we want to continue to average 20+ mph. Last year’s winner averaged 21 mph.” Lofty but not unreasonable goals. The All Saints’ Solar Car cost around $20,000 and while most other cars in the competition stand in a similar range, they also competed against NASA-grade, carbon fiber cars that total upwards of $100,000.
Throughout the race, Ethan Fricks ’15 kept friends, family and Solar Car sponsors updated with daily emails.
“Today was Day 1 of scrutineering. With six stations to go through, the car successfully passed five of the six. Only some minor kinks on the electrical to be worked out before we are race ready!” Fricks wrote.
Day 2 of scrutineering was also a success. The team fixed the minor problems, and passed the electrical station and was officially given the “Race Ready” confirmation. As they embarked on the closed-track race, the team maintained second place in their division despite tough competition from Ben Barber High School. The team finished Day 1 of the road race at Baylor University with nearly 100 miles on the car in a single day. Day 2 of the road race proved just as strong as they arrived in Austin logging a combined closed-track and road race total 435.2 miles, and after six days of competition and three years modifying this car, the team found out just what hard work earns.
Solar Car Team 2014 Captains: Ryan Drobnich ’15, Ethan Fricks ’15, Eric Getz ’15 and Nicholas Iglesias ’15 Members: Chandler Carr ’16, Carson Fricks ’16, Wyatt Kelly ’14, Emily Marcho ’14, Kevin Stadtler ’15, Sam Terrell ’17, David Vega-Pulido ’17, Jack Walraven ’15, Scott Walraven ’15 and David Whitaker ’16. Faculty Leaders: Dr. Lyle Crossley and Joe Morris
Sponsors The continued operation of this project is owed in great part to 15 very generous supporters: Ben E. Keith, Bird Electric, Cockrell Enovations, DFW Movers and Erectors, Eagle Railcar Services, First Choice Transport, First Rate, The Fricks Company, Hahnfeld Hoffer Stanford, Kalpakis Family, Kingdom Roofing, Lokey Metals, Mercer Metals, Mr. Motorcycle and Republic Airways. Mercer Metals actually donated all the metal for the car, and The Fricks Company donated 12 batteries, trailers for transporting supplies and the car during the competition and dedicated work space in their shop near campus. If you’re interested in supporting this innovative student project, please contact Dr. Lyle Crossley in the Upper School.
Future Impact When asked about plans for next year, the senior team captains plan on designing a separate car for the advanced division while still mentoring the younger team members as they rebuild the current car.
“My hope is to encourage students to consider science and engineering careers,” Crossley said. “We know solar energy could be the solution to the world’s energy problems but it needs to become cheaper and easier to implement. Maybe some of our students will make that happen!”
When looking toward college, senior team members anticipate majoring in subjects from business to computer science to biomedical engineering. And while the senior captains all expressed interest in working on a solar car in college (or starting a new club if one doesn’t already exist), they also recognize the impact their current work has on the future of All Saints’.
“It puts us in an extremely exclusive group of high schools that participate,” Drobnich and Iglesias said. “It shows the world that we have great students, how we’re applying ourselves and how we translate classroom work to real work.”
In the team’s final email to friends, family and solar car sponsors, Fricks writes of their gratitude for the abundant support they’ve received.
“This program has taught us all so very much, and I am truly blessed to say I am a part of it,” Fricks said. “It teaches us all life lessons that will benefit us throughout our career and in life.”
Our Solar Saints averaged 25 mph and took home 2nd place in the National race. Amazing results from an amazing team.
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By Keira Moody
Artwork by Sedrick Huckaby, some of which was included in the exhibit at All Saints’ Episcopal School during April 2014. Exhibit made possible by Sedrick Huckaby and Valley House Gallery in Dallas.
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I believe my paintings are done in a language more closely in tune with my soul than the language of my tongue. For me, the act of painting is not just a means to a product; it is also a meditative process of communication. At the end of my life my greatest hope is that God is pleased with all of the prayers I left behind in the form of paintings.
SEDRICK HUCKABY
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The smell of fresh paint lingered for days. In one afternoon, the All Saints’ Upper School atrium transformed into an art gallery complete with dozens of oil on canvas and sketched originals. One piece, the largest, was still wet from last minute touches by its creator. The artist? Sedrick Huckaby.
A graduate of Boston University (BFA) and Yale (MFA), Huckaby has won numerous awards, including a prestigious Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship. His work has been featured in Fort Worth’s Amon Carter Museum and can be found in such distinguished permanent collections as the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York and Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Huckaby teaches at the University of Texas at Arlington and is represented by Valley House Gallery in Dallas.
Huckaby, who was born and raised in Fort Worth, has ties to the All Saints’ community through the Amon Carter Museum. One conversation turned into several that turned into a residence position at All Saints’ Episcopal School in March. During that week, Huckaby worked with artists from all Divisons – Early Childhood through Upper School – as well as gave a Chapel talk to the entire Upper School and held special sessions with Honors College students. He even dedicated one evening to the greater All Saints’ community for a gallery night and artist lecture.
Huckaby’s sponsor and host at All Saints’ was the Tad Bird Honors College. The goal of the Honors College through its Visiting Scholars Series is to bring world-renowned experts in their field to share life experiences and provide perspective to not only the Honors College students but to the entire student body. For Huckaby, that meant a four-day schedule in between days he was committed to his classes at UTA and other exhibit appearances. His itinerary while at All Saints’:
TAKING Residence
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2:30 PMMIDDLE SCHOOL ART COLLABORATION
6:30 PMEXHIBIT AND ARTIST LECTURE: FAMILY, FAITH AND ART
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10:00 AMIMPROMPTU SKETCH OF DR. BIRD
1:30 PMUPPER SCHOOL ART INSPIRATION
11:30 AMUPPER SCHOOL CHAPEL TALK
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Middle School Art students with Huckaby on a collaborative journey.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART COLLABORATION
Huckaby explains to the All Saints’ community that he was inspired by his grandmother’s stories of their family.Pictured left to right: Tad Bird, Head of School; Frank Tilley, CFO; Claire Berry, Director of Conservation at Kimbell Art Museum; Lori Eklund, Senior Deputy Director at Amon Carter Museum; Leticia Huckaby; Sedrick Huckaby; Dave Ostroff, Director of Tad Bird Honors College; Sunny and Hallie Huckaby and Cheryl Vogel, Valley House Gallery.
“I am drawn to quilts because of my grandmother. They were comfortable and always in the background. Then I realized they told stories of generations. Quilt-making was my grandmother’s art form; how she expressed herself. Quilts became a metaphor for my art.” SEDRICK HUCKABY
EXHIBIT AND ARTIST LECTURE: FAMILY, FAITH AND ART
Early Childhood students marvel in Huckaby’s work and try desperately not to touch.They then work with Huckaby and Honors College students to make a beautiful quilt wall hanging they call “Colorful World.”
“What I immediately noticed about All Saints’ is that everything is carefully thought through. By allowing me to be a part of this community in open time and space, we are able to do a lot together. Art happens on its own time, and that’s what’s happening here.”SEDRICK HUCKABY
6th Grade Art students work with Huckaby to create a portfolio of art classics through an elaborate collage exercise.
EARLY CHILDHOOD GALLERY WALK AND PROJECT
UPPER SCHOOL CHAPEL TALK
After a few minutes with a pencil and pad, Huckaby shares his finished sketch.
“Sedrick is a remarkably grounded and talented artist. Faith and family drive much of his creative passion; his art reflects substantial depth and austere beauty.”TAD BIRD
Upper School students soak in every word as Huckaby describes his passion for art at an early age. They also work on their own collage project under Huckaby’s direction.
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While at All Saints’ as Artist-in-Residence, Sedrick Huckaby embodied the vision of the Tad Bird Honors College: preparing students to engage the world and serve others by leveraging student-driven inquiry, creativity and innovation.
First, Huckaby encouraged everyone in our School community – from Early Childhood through Grade 12, teachers, parents and administrators – to adopt the mindset that creativity is a skill we can nurture and develop. Huckaby’s essential question is not “Are you creative?” but rather “How might we tap into and encourage the ways that you are creative?”
Secondly, Huckaby engaged students as co-creators. A world-renowned artist, Huckaby stood humble before them, open to any direction that the collaboration
would take them. He stressed the journey as well as the outcome.
Finally, Huckaby encouraged our students to serve as patrons of the arts who appreciate and support the great artists and museums and galleries in their local communities. He underscored All Saints’ drive to develop students’ genius within, both for personal benefit and, more importantly, to make a difference in the lives of others in the community in which they live.
We are grateful that Sedrick Huckaby spent a meaningful amount of time with our students – not just those in the Honors College program, but the entire student body. Huckaby’s visit serves as a model for future Honors College Scholars-in-Residence, and we look forward to spending more time with him in the future.
Watch Sedrick Huckaby at All Saints’: aseschool.org/SedrickHuckaby
ReflectionsDAVE OSTROFF, DIRECTOR OF THE TAD BIRD HONORS COLLEGE, COMMENTED ON HUCKABY’S STAY.
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In early August, our newest Honors College inductees, the Class of 2018 cohort, traveled together to northern Maine for the inaugural Honors College retreat. Their itinerary included retracing Henry David Thoreau’s journey into the Maine woods by hiking Mt. Katahdin and canoeing on the Penobscot River; reading Thoreau and reflecting on Transcendentalism; visiting Bowdoin College and engaging in team-building activities.
Congratulations Class of 2018HONORS COLLEGE COHORT
Bottom, Left to Right: Riley WeedenAshlyn KotarskiKristen GodbyTrent Barron
Top, Left to Right:Nicole AdamsAmanda (AJ) JablonskiGracie ComtoisJessie ListKaroline BrownMax Polstein (guide-in-training)Finn WilsonLeslie Wittenbraker (trip leader)Christophe ChaumontSloan StrubleMatt AlbrittonMichael SmatJohn Paul Flores
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US Academic Dean Mike Albritton traveled with sons Ben ‘14, Caleb ‘17 and Matt ‘18 to San Mateo, Belize, to do mission work with All Saints’ Episcopal Church. The impoverished community on the barrier island of Ambergris Caye is home to Holy Cross Anglican School, which All Saints’ Church has supported since the school’s founding. Mission work for the boys included construction and painting while dad Mike worked with teachers and generally avoided heavy lifting. Mike says all the missioners are trying to be a blessing to others, but he can’t help feeling they always end up receiving more than they manage to give. He summed things up with the words of All Saints’ Board member Gary Randle: “You just can’t out give God!”
Mission trips are recurring events in the Albritton family. Over spring break, mom Karen and Ben led a group of All Saints’ seniors on a similar mission trip to Holy Cross. Karen explained what the mission trips, their third and fourth as a family, mean to the Albritton clan. “We’re so busy during the year with work and school and sports. It’s wonderful to slow down, be together, and focus on others who truly need the help.”
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Athletic Director Aaron Beck played hooky recently with some of his coaches for an outing with Dana Bowman, retired Sergeant First Class with the U.S. Army, where he was a Special Forces soldier and member of the elite parachute team. Tim Klund, father of Denver Bush ’17, is a personal friend of Bowman and set the day up for Beck & Company.
Kelsey de la Torre, MS Spanish teacher and Project Empathy Director, and her husband Andrew welcomed baby Luca to their home this spring. Luca joins big sis Mia, who will be an Early Childhood Saint in the fall. Luca was 9 lbs. 9oz. and 21 inches long.
US History teacher Dr. Bill Fanning was published recently in Vintage Visions, an anthology that includes Fanning’s essay on “The Historical Death Ray and the Science Fiction of the 1920s and 1930s.” The article was originally published several years ago in Science Fiction Studies housed at DePauw University.
Jonathan Cearley, LS and MS Chess instructor, added a player to his own team at home. Daughter Sybil Anne was born in May to Jonathan and his wife Effany. Sybil was 7 lbs. 11 oz. and 20½ inches long. She joins big sister Ellory.
4th grade teacher Kathryn Gilpin and her husband Taylor welcomed their first baby, Charles, in March. He weighed 7 lbs. and was 19.5 inches long.
In April, 2nd grade teachers Annabelle Carsey, Jennifer Albritton and Vanessa Morales presented at the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics in New Orleans. They spoke about hands-on explorations of geometry and measurement using the visual arts as a lens. They even challenged the audience’s proportional reasoning and measurement skills using the artwork of Josef Albers.
Later in July, Dr. Robin Ward and Kindergarten teacher Julie Yater joined the 2nd grade teachers for the Conference for the Advancement of Mathematics Teaching in Fort Worth. All Saints’ presenters demonstrated how we infuse the teaching of mathematics with the visual arts. Yater further described the activity of how her students used the art of Kandinsky to explore, identify, count and record shapes.
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In May, Assistant Head of School and US Division Head, Fr. David Madison ’92, walked the stage during Virginia Theological Seminary’s Commencement ceremony. Proud parents Ed and Lou Ann were there to cheer him on. Madison added D.Min. to his prior acronyms – B.A., J.D. and M.Div. His doctoral thesis “Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam: How Emotional Intelligence and Ignatian Spirituality Informs Leadership Training for Adolescents” earned a high pass from the defense panel earlier in the year.
Julie Grant, MS Art teacher, illustrated her first children’s book (written by her sister-in-law, Lacey Grant). Shennanigan Boo is a heartwarming story about a young squirrel who leaves home looking for adventure, but instead finds a new home with special friends. It is available for purchase at www.shennaniganboo.com.
Brooke Terry, US Chemistry and Algebra I teacher, and her husband William welcomed their first baby, Reese, to their home in June. He was 8 lbs. 10 oz. and 21 inches long. Rumor has it the Terrys are ready to sign him up for tee-ball!
Kathi Tiffany, Fine Arts Department Chair, was honored during All Saints’ Commencement ceremony as recipient of a new award – The Jorns Family Distinguished Teacher Award for Fine Arts. This endowed award was established to honor the outstanding efforts of a faculty member who instills in our students a deep passion for the arts. More on page 83.
Sydney Munson, US Modern Language Department Chair, and her family relocated to North Carolina for her husband Tyler’s job. She also shared exciting news that they are expecting a second child in December. They plan to return to Fort Worth in 3-5 years.
Recently retired LS Music teacher, Joan Thompson, who is married to Life Safety’s Rodney Thompson, welcomed granddaughter Lana Ruth Pennebaker on May 23. Daughter, Sarah, and son-in-law Sid, are the proud parents of Lana who weighed in at 8 lb. 3 oz. After leaving her post at All Saints’, Joan immediately moved into the coveted position as nanny to Lana.
Brian Mathis, MS Theatre Arts Director, was back on the professional stage in April as Sweeney Todd. He received rave reviews from all the local arts media, including this one from Dallas Morning News: “Against this simple backdrop, Brian Mathis’ stunning portrayal of Sweeney’s dark, twisted descent becomes as clear as the gleaming silver razor he brandishes like a threat over his head.”
Kim Moore, MS/US Librarian and US Technology teacher, attended a ceremony in June where her son, Travis, graduated from the Amarillo Police Academy. Her daughter, Whitney Brown ’04, also in attendance, now works for All Saints’ as Academic Data Manager. In professional development news, Kim attended the Google Summit in Greenwich, Connecticut, for Google Apps Training. Her goal is to become a Google Certified Teacher in 2014-15.
James Venhaus, US Theatre Arts Director, is a night owl. At the same time he was guiding theatre arts students to two Betty Lynn Buckley Awards, he was putting the finishing touches on his first comic book called The Night Owl Society. The premise? A team of private school high school students take it upon themselves to bring down a local mob boss without getting killed...or grounded. Venhaus went on a book signing tour in July to promote what’s sure to be a best-seller.
Leslie Wittenbraker, US Spanish teacher, presented in May at the Southwest Conference on Language Teaching in Snowbird, Utah. The presentation was titled, “Student Success Through Proficiency-Based Unit Planning.” The session served as a model to help teachers modify their existing resources and transform them into proficiency-based units that will more fully engage students.
Earlier in the spring, Wittenbraker traveled with her running club to California to participate in a Ragnar, an overnight team running race. The tag team ran approximately 200 miles, day and night, relay-style from Huntington Beach to San Diego.
US English teacher, Amy Wright, attended the National AP Conference in Philadelphia in July where she participated in workshops focusing on instructional strategies for both AP and Pre-AP classes. She also networked with U.S. and international colleagues, which gave her broader perspective when working to enhance All Saints’ current AP Program.
Amy’s husband, Commander Elliott K. Wright (a.k.a. “Kip”), recently received a promotion to Commander in the U.S. Navy. He will be deployed in September to Afghanistan for nine months. Amy, sons Charlie ’20 and Thomas ’24 and international student Sherley Chen ’17 will be holding down the fort while he is away.
Peggy Wilson, MS Science teacher, and Monica Wilson, MS Math teacher, attended a robotics program at Carnegie Mellon in June with a select group of teachers across the nation. The course was centered around the concept of teaching robotics, not just for programming skills, but for an in-depth understanding of math concepts, logic, communication skills and more.
The Wilsons were also honored during All Saints’ Commencement ceremony with the Jeff R. Dillard Family Award for Faculty Excellence. This professional development award was created to encourage entrepreneurial spirit among the faculty, with the direct beneficiaries being All Saints’ students. Peggy and Monica have earmarked the cash award to further their studies in robotics engineering and integrating it into the classrooms.
Director of Enrollment Management, Craig Tredenick, served as a faculty member and cohort leader at the 2014 Association of Independent School Admission Professionals (AISAP) Institute in July. In addition to his breakout sessions entitled “Tips for Creating a Robust Retention Program” and “New to Directorship? Start With A Plan!” Tredenick was responsible for leading a cohort of admission professionals through their experience at the institute.
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The original Campisi’s in Dallas?
FROM THE AUTHOR, JAMES VENHAUS:My creative outlet each summer usually involves writing a new play. I’ve written seventeen plays, five of which are published, that have been produced in theatres all across the country. Since the summer of 2013, I’ve been working in a new genre: comic books. The Night Owl Society tells the story of a group of high school misfits who, after a friend is killed by a notorious mob boss, take matters in to their own hands. They sneak out at night using “borrowed” equipment from their school and try to disrupt the mob boss’ business without being killed…or grounded. Think of it as a cross between The Breakfast Club and The Sopranos. It’s an action-packed adventure comic with lots of humor. Oh yea, if you read closely enough, you’re sure to recognize some All Saints’ and local area references. The artist is from Lithuania, and I was happy to provide him with some examples of high school life and Dallas landmarks. You can purchase The Night Owl Society at www.JamesVenhaus.net.
Saints football star, Daniel Gresham ’14?
Mr. Arrington?
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1.D, 2.A, 3.C, 4.B
DO YOU KNOW YOUR DIVISION HEADS?
Who has inspired you the most toward a career in education?
ROBIN PAGEEarly Childhood
DAVID MADISONUpper School
DEBRA KOPPELBERGERLower School
MIKE “GONZO” GONZALEZMiddle School
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A. I have been fortunate to have mentors and dynamic role models throughout different parts in my life. One of the most influential was Mrs. Weir, my Middle School Talented and Gifted teacher in Sioux City, Iowa. I consider her a true educator. Her signature line was, and probably still is, “Be a risk taker!” She was challenging, engaging and inquisitive. I loved learning with her because she always pushed us to think and work beyond our comfort zone. I am so thankful she was such a powerful educator and role model during my middle school years.
B. I can’t really point to one person. Rather, several people have influenced me. First, Tom Baker was the first professor I worked with in the School of Education at Austin College. He gets credit for planting the seeds in the first place. Next, Fr. Wayne Olmstead and Fr. Chris Jambor were instrumental in helping me understand how central teaching is to the priestly ministry. That was a critical step in my formation. Finally, Dr. Tad Bird and the rest of the faculty at All Saints’ constantly inspire and challenge me to develop my teaching skills as an educational leader.
C. The person who inspired me most was my first grade teacher, Ruth Brown. Mrs. Brown was an incredible teacher who always put her students first. I remember how special she made me feel as though I was the only student in her class. I looked forward to going to school every day because she made learning so much more than a textbook. It was Mrs. Brown who said to me years later that every teacher’s goal is give their students confidence in the classroom. I believe that today.
D. My first job out of collegewas helping to protect children from child abuse. The children and families that I was involved with inspired me toward a career in education and helping to create a safe environment for children. I have spent the last 14 years striving to provide a protected, fun and loving academic program that fosters a child’s foundation for the love of learning. Being a Division Head in the All Saints’ community has solidified that decision as I spend my days with happy, thriving, smiling children.
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What’s Next for FACULTY RETIREE SAINTS?
MAE MALY Specialty: Middle School EnglishYears at All Saints’: 16Total years teaching: 18Before All Saints’: Taught Freshman English at Texas Woman’s University for two years as an Adjunct Professor while she earned her Master’s. “My husband and I plan to travel – as most retired folks do and to do it without scheduling worries. We will be going to Scandinavia and Russia this summer and the Holy Land next year. In between, we hope to take advantage of our places in Cabo and OBX with our grandchildren. I belong to a number of organizations/committees including St. Andrews RC Church, Mira Vista CC, Jewel Charity Ball and was recently accepted into the Wednesday Women’s Club. In my “spare” time, I am hoping to refine or actually re-find my golf game and catch up on all the unfinished needlepoint projects I have while reading all of my wish list books.”
JOAN THOMPSON Specialty: Lower School MusicYears at All Saints’: 16Total years teaching: 26
Before All Saints’: Taught music for Early Childhood through 8th grade, Spanish and was also a librarian. “My plans for post-retirement include being nanny to my newest granddaughter, Lana Ruth, my daughter’s first child. Also, I am working with a friend on a website which started with my love of cookbooks—I have collected cookbooks and pamphlets for many years now and have over 1,000! I will continue to play for church services and teach private piano lessons. Traveling is on the list as well—it’s something Rodney and I both love doing.”
BOB BRADBURY Specialty: Middle School LatinYears at All Saints’: 17Total years teaching: 36Before All Saints’: Taught Latin and English in four states - Texas, Wisconsin, Indiana and Georgia - primarily at the middle school level, but also taught at the high school and college level. “I will be moving to Bloomington, IN, where I will dwell with my spouse Mary and our new dog Chloe Noel - and try to imagine a life without the ringing bells that signal (every 45 minutes) a new class.”
Mae Maly, Joan Thompson and Bob Bradbury test out their All Saints’ retirement
rocking chairs while Dr. Bird talks about their endless
contributions to All Saints’ during their retirement
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Farm
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Cultivating a Cycle of Servant LeadershipIt’s no accident that 16 acres of All Saints’ is set aside for outdoor learning, exploration and preservation. With great blessings come great responsibility. We go to school, work and socialize on this expansive campus every day, and our environment will bear the burden of our activity if we’re not careful. RANGE allows our community to get their hands dirty, to work in a way they might never have worked, to grow food they will eventually eat, and to learn about the environment in a more hands-on way than most have the opportunity. The rewards in this process are the seeds that are planted in our students’ hearts, for preserving our environment, for understanding the origin of our food, for having a sense of awe for the way our world works and for realizing the work that goes into being a responsible servant leader with our natural resources.
PLANTING & INFRASTRUCTUREAs in life, every beginning starts with hard work. The RANGE is managed by Upper School Science and Math faculty member, Greg Nowlin, and he takes pride in the ways our students invest. The majority of the planting is done by Upper School students through the RANGE class, and we’re not talking about a few geraniums. This spring alone, students planted okra, yellow squash, zucchini, strawberries, mustard greens, kale, spinach, lettuce, eggplant, tomatoes, potatoes, cucumber, onions, corn, green beans and snap peas. The RANGE is also home to 24 trees in the orchard that include peach, plum, apricot, pear and nectarine.
Students also help create and maintain the infrastructure to support these gardens and outdoor exploration. Three All Saints’ students completed their Eagle Scout projects on the RANGE: Chris Komatsu ’10 constructed the observation building next to the entry sidewalk; Bradley Luptak ’12 laid the stone walkway; and Harrison Brentliger ’15 constructed the raised beds. Brett Burner ’13 also constructed an observation stand on the north side of the pond as part of his Senior Project. Clearly, students see the value in this work.
“I enjoyed getting outside of the traditional classroom and working with my hands, whether it was planting trees, building fences or digging a trench for rain runoff,” said Markham Paukune ’14.
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Planting and Infrastructure
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DISCOVERYRANGE is not only a place for hard work but also a haven for discovery. The natural grasslands, the pond, garden and orchard all serve as outdoor classroom space for students from Early Childhood through Upper School. Early Childhood students visit RANGE weekly, and Nowlin says, “Everything’s amazing to them. I try to get them to notice how even one small patch of ground has such a diverse number of plants and insects just doing their job.”
In Lower School, nearly every grade participates in curricular activities on the RANGE, from units in the fall on pumpkins in Kindergarten, to frogs in the pond in 1st grade, to wetland characteristics in 3rd grade and the study of animal adaptations through monarch butterflies in 4th grade.
“My hope is for students to realize they are connected to everything in the world, and their individual decisions and actions make a difference,” said Pam Vaziripour, Lower School Science faculty member.
In Middle School, time on the RANGE moves from observation-based to more hands-on testing. Joe Morris, 7th grade science faculty member, uses the RANGE as a home base for plant population surveys, the study of wetland ecosystems and pond water surveys, where students collect a tiny sample of water and view under a microscope.
“The thing I like the most about the RANGE is there are so many things to learn about,” said Kort Kuenstler ’19. “There are plants for fruits and vegetables, animal life in the pond, and even compost and a field of wildflowers. But my favorite project so far was finding bacteria in the pad water, and examining it under a microscope. I had no idea how much bacteria there really was!”
Morris continues to think through how to deepen the opportunities for learning through RANGE. “I want it to be more each year so I add something or modify the previous year’s plan. I hope next year to add an insect population study and also grow plants in the greenhouse that we will use to fill the new flower beds in front of the Middle School, so we are taking more pride in our portion of this campus.”
In the Upper School, RANGE experiences become more in-depth through specialized classes like Entomology, Ornithology and A.P. Environmental Science, all taught by Greg Nowlin. In these classes, students study the impact of insects on agriculture and the physiological flight adaptations of bird species, dissect a quail and participate in a grasshopper “mark and recapture” project. Outside of the traditional classroom, students can get involved with RANGE through a new club called Growing Saints. This group will oversee the garden and implement a full scale recycling program in the Upper School, creating meaningful community service opportunities for all our students. Nowlin hopes this club will quickly expand into other Divisions.
“It not only teaches students how to grow and care for gardens and the environment, but also how these abilities extend into the increasingly important ability to sustain oneself with healthy, natural alternatives to the prevalent packaged and manufactured goods.”
The impact of the RANGE doesn’t end with our students. Through the harvesting of fruits and vegetables, RANGE has developed a multi-faceted farm-to-table system that exemplifies servant leadership.
FARM TO [CHARITY] TABLEAs RANGE production grows, so does the need to look outside ourselves at donating a portion of the crops. When Gilman Tracy, husband to Mary Tracy, Director of Admission, and father to Grace ’16, heard about All Saints’ start-up garden several years ago, he suggested WestAid, a Food Bank on Camp Bowie Blvd., as a donation point. All Saints’ Episcopal Church already had an affiliation with WestAid and given that WestAid supports those specifically in West Fort Worth, it felt like a natural fit. In the first year of the partnership, the All Saints’ RANGE donated more than 200 pounds of vegetables to WestAid.
Although WestAid does receive donations from Walmart’s Neighborhood Market in Benbrook, the Tarrant County Pictured: Matt Boyle ’15
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Food Bank and the Albertson’s by Ridgmar Mall, WestAid reports trends that favor prepackaged produce or frozen items that have a shorter shelf life, are more difficult for the end user to store and aren’t nearly as fresh. In some cases, WestAid pays for commonly requested items like peanut butter and meat.
“The need is greater than the supply for fresh food in West Fort Worth,” said William Pherigo, Executive Director of WestAid (pictured on page 69, bottom right with Marshall Neve ’15 and Greg Nowlin). WestAid is also supported by a cooperation of local churches through canned food drives and is looking into maintaining their own plot in a nearby community garden. In the meantime, RANGE delivers fresh produce regularly as a service to the local community.
FARM TO [ALL SAINTS’] TABLEYou grow food to eat food, and it makes sense that what is grown on campus is eaten on campus. To date, SAGE Dining Services® has incorporated fresh thyme, oregano, baby carrots, green onions, mustard greens, baby lettuce and micro greens in the Upper School Carter Foundation Dining Hall.
“Aside from the knowledge of knowing where it came from, growing your own produce can be a great way to defray costs,” noted Brent Loving, SAGE Dining Services® Director at All Saints’ (pictured on page 69, bottom left). “I hope to get to the place soon where it is of major impact here at All Saints’. The greatest value so far is to know we are a part of the solution; being able to grow and serve vegetables and herbs grown ‘in house’ ought to give the All Saints’ family a tremendous amount of pride; not many schools can say they eat what they grow!”
Typically, SAGE Dining Services® doesn’t accept food that is donated, unless it’s grown on-site. To that end, Nowlin has been working with Loving to establish what will start as an herb garden next to the Café, with the goal to establish something similar for the Middle and Lower School Dining Hall.
From March to June 2014, RANGE donated 25 lbs. of potatoes, 28 lbs. of onions, 15 lbs. of tomatoes, 4 lbs. of green beans, 20 lbs. of carrots, 16 lbs. of peaches and 5 lbs. of cucumbers. This year, they also donated spinach greens, oregano, basil and thyme, with okra, cantaloupe and eggplant in the making.
REUSE AND RECYCLEThe cycle of efficient use of our resources is pervasive on campus. The Grounds Crew donates any mulched tree clippings to be used in the RANGE beds as mulch. Leftover straw from Harvest Fair was donated to be used as mulch in the garden as well. Compost from Dining Hall leftovers was used to prep beds for next growing season. As one cycle ends, so another begins.
PLANTING SEEDS FOR THE FUTURENowlin was awarded a Faculty Excellence Award in 2013 for his proposal to create a RANGE Field Guide outlining the native plants and animals living on that section of campus; it is in final production this fall.
“My idea for the Field Guide grew from this sense of responsibility. In working with students on the RANGE, it became apparent to me that most of them have very little awareness of the degree of biodiversity that exists, even on our little patch of earth,” Nowlin said. “I believe if you can name something, you are more likely to appreciate it. The Field Guide is meant to spark a desire within our students to be environmentally literate. I want them to know that the food they eat and the products they consume have an origin. As the world continues to shrink and nations continue to develop, businesses, governments, energy companies and society as a whole will become increasingly aware of the need to conserve. I believe whether our students go on to run businesses, work in the energy sector, educate others or own land, environmental literacy will be of great benefit.”
The process of cultivating servant hearts is as multi-faceted and dynamic as each student on campus. You start with hard work, plant some seeds of wonder and discovery and instill a desire to give back some of the blessings you reap when your cup overfloweth.
“There is symmetry, beauty and incredible creativity in every living thing. The natural world is a masterpiece of design,” Nowlin said. “My hope is our students gain a sense of that before they leave us.”
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FIELD GUIDE
RANGE THE ALL SAINTS’ FIELD GUIDE WILL BE COMPLETED THIS YEAR IN BOTH PRINT AND DIGITAL FORM, THANKS TO THE HARD WORK OF GREG NOWLIN.
Greg Nowlin, Upper School Science and Math, RANGE Coordinator
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ETTFIts mission? In words, it’s simple. To ensure our teachers have what they need to teach our students the way they learn in today’s world. But in practice, it’s much more complex. So the ETTF, made up of a student and faculty of all ages and skills, set out to ensure All Saints’ faculty has the most current technological tools, instruction and vision for the use of these 21st century teaching techniques.
During the 2013-14 school year, the ETTF met many times to develop a concise plan, set accountability measures, review results
and document findings and recommendations. The process included these core action items:
1) analyze All Saints’ current use of technology to support learning;
2) review major research on best practice in the field;
3) visit 12 peer schools in the Southwest;
4) describe the types of learning experiences students should have in a college prep environment; and
5) recommend the tools and training needed to make these experiences happen.
In its work, the task force sought ways to leverage the personal attention passionate teachers give students every day with new tools and techniques that allow students to learn in ways not possible before. As a result, the ETTF identified and documented dozens of opportunities for All Saints’ to enhance learning with effective use of technology. The 75-page report catalogued each opportunity by recommended Division/Grades with specific examples of application. As expected, there are many opportunities that cross over into one or more Divisions as they build upon one another through the years. Opportunities include, but are not limited to:
• The use of Augmented Reality (AR) for programs such as the 5th grade Living History Museum. Each student not only researches and performs a famous U.S. History icon but also creates an AR document/photo/picture, etc. that when scanned, leads to a digital performance of the student. The scan-able AR can be posted on the School website or anywhere digitally preserving the performances forever.
Teaching the Way Our Students
LEARNBy Keira Moody
Report of the ETTF (Educational Technology Task Force)
CONFIDENTIAL Internal Use Only
Submitted: April 28, 2014
Submitted: April 2014
MEMBERS: ETTF:Albritton. Ed.D., MikeAmy, JordanBecker, MatthewCarson, MissyCheatham, RuthDioguardi, CherieFanning, Ph.D., BillGarnett, Samantha ’15Harris, AmandaKenyon, Ed.D., Robert S. (Chair)Moore, KimMorales, VanessaTerry, BrookeWilson, MonicaWittenbraker, Leslie
ETC:Albritton. Ed.D., MikeBenko, Mother HopeGonzalez, MikeKenyon, Ed.D., Robert S. (Chair)Koppelberger, DebraMadison, D.Min., DavidPage, Robin
Dr. Bob Kenyon, All Saints’ Director of Educational Technology, has been busy. Sure, he and his trusted team of tech gurus (Chris Osborne and Tex Nolan) blow through hundreds of IT ticket requests from faculty and administration daily. Nevermind that he recently improved our School’s wi-fi network a hundred-fold. But the real reason his schedule this past year has been tight is due to his organization and leadership of All Saints’ Educational Technology Task Force, or ETTF.
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• The use of virtual experiences for scenarios such as students connecting with authors via Skype or viewing places around the world via Google Maps.
• The use of virtual, flexible collaboration with other students and/or teachers on any subject and in any setting.
• The use of customized response systems that allow teachers to collect immediate data from students on an individual level and use said data to revise or redirect instruction for an individual student, if necessary.
• The use of electronic textbooks as a cost effective alternative to paper books that allow students to avoid the hassle of carrying them from class to class.
ETCETTF’s report was delivered to All Saints’ senior leadership in the spring. It was with enthusiasm that leadership determined a new, smaller Educational Technology Committee (ETC) was the right model to facilitate a structured implementation. The first step? Devoting the 2014-15 school year to faculty-oriented strategizing and training around the use of educational technology.
This also means students should be prepared to be receive this type of instruction. As is customary with other schools in
our area, All Saints’ is encouraging a BYOD – Bring Your Own Device – policy for
Middle School and Upper School students starting this year. The
committee has made it clear devices do not need to be of the highest quality, brand and price tag. They do, however, need WiFi, word processing, Gmail compatibility and have a sufficient battery. Students in Early Childhood
and Lower School will have access to classroom and lab
computers/tools and, in certain cases, school-provided iPads.
TEACHERS The passion and personal attention
our teachers display every day in our classrooms will not change. In fact, with the
right educational tools at their fingertips, they will only continue to grow. Kenyon and the ETC will move forward with a methodical plan to empower our faculty to use 21st century teaching techniques in our college preparatory framework. And our students will be empowered to, well, do
just about anything.
Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is the most important.
- BILL GATES
David Madison and Bob Kenyon discussing roll-out of new iPads. Bob Kenyon assisting Lynne Pendergrass in faculty training session.
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AVAILABLE IN DIVISION OFFICES AND IN THE WIRE RESOURCES.
Supporting Our Saints!
We’re All In
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Volunteer Fair 2014Board members and Advancement Committee co-chairs, Wendy Barron and Paula Brockway, did more than lend a hand to bring our community the first ever All Saints’ Volunteer Fair. Their mission was to make it easy for new and current families to get a thorough understanding of how each of our four main parent organizations – PTO, Booser Club, FAME and Annual Fund – supports our Saints.
During the afternoon of April 9, the Martin Gym was transformed into a true volunteer exposition, complete with volunteer information booths, raffles, kid-friendly activities and refreshments. Parents and grandparents of students in all Divisions visited the booths and talked with volunteers from each parent organization and signed up on the spot to volunteer for the many different events and activities during the 2014-15 school year.
“All Saints’ is an amazing place in large part because our entire community is involved in its success. We WANT our
parents to be involved. Help in the classroom, serve our teachers breakfast, do whatever it is you are called to do.
Our School needs you. So please lend a hand!”WENDY BARRON AND PAULA BROCKWAY,
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Parent Organizations need YOUR genius within.
PTO supports our faculty, staff, students and parents and supplements the needs of the School by organizing numerous activities and events thoughout the year: Harvest Fair, Book Fair, Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day, Bingo Night, Parent/Speaker Forum and Faculty/Staff Appreciation Lunch. In addition to hosting community-wide special events, PTO volunteers assist in every Division to help staff the dining halls on special occasions, serve as Library helpers, provide lunches for teachers on Conference days, organize holiday classroom parties and plan the Junior/Senior Prom, Field Days and end-of-year celebrations. PTO President: Andrea Halbach, [email protected] Membership: Brad Clark, [email protected]
The Booster Club promotes School unity and spirit in all athletic endeavors, as well as character development and the physical well-being of students through support and financial assistance for physical education and athletic programs in every Division. Booster promotes the mission of All Saints’ athletics to build character through teamwork and sportsmanship, teaching students the value of hard work and complementing their hard work in the classroom. Booster Club hosts the Fall Rally in September and the All Saints’ Golf Classic in May.Booster Co-Chairs: Kathy and Mark Paukune, [email protected] and [email protected] Membership: Whitney and Fln Neve, [email protected] and [email protected] ClubFAME supports every Division in the visual arts, dance, music, musical theatre, drama, photography, film and design. FAME provides financial grants for equipment, supplies and costumes for performances and other Fine Arts projects. The Masters Series brings in experts in various fields of the Fine Arts to present masters workshops to our students in every Division. FAME hosts Green Room Hospitality receptions for Fine Arts events and produces a playbill for the Middle and Upper School musicals.FAME President: Tammy Decker, [email protected] Membership: Katie Roberts, [email protected] Arts Matters in Education
Join Online: www.aseschool.org/VolunteerMembership or contact [email protected]
PTO
FAMEBOOSTER CLUB
Volunteer Today!
The Annual Fund for All Saints’ Episcopal School
9700 Saints Circle, Fort Worth, Texas 76108 | 817.560.5700 | www.asesftw.org/giveonline
A N N U A L F U N D
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Annual Fund Chairs
Wende Dwyer-Johnsen
Andrew Johnsen
Advisory Division
Paula and Bob Brockway
Saints Club Division
Lisa and Dan Brock
Dian and Jim Garnett
New Parent Division
Nancy and Hunter Herren
Early Childhood Division
Chesleigh and Blake Lloyd
Lower School K – 3 Division
Lauren and Ryan Matthews
Lower School 4 – 6 Division
Jackie and Leland Prowse
Middle School Division
Andrea Halbach
Upper School Division
Melanie Brown
Faculty and Staff Division
Lynne Pendergrass
Alumni Division
Watt Stephens ’03
Parents of Alumni Division
Mary Jane and
Crawford Edwards
Grandparents Division
Debby and Chip Brown
Vestry Division
Andrew Johnsen
President, Board of TrusteesRick Merrill
MARGARETBOSCHINI
ANDREWJOHNSEN
PREMIERING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT NOON AT www.ItsAWonderfulSchool.org
“Inspirational!”ALL SAINTS’ FILM FESTIVAL
2013
Class of 2014 Annual Fund Co-Chair
PRESENTED BY LIGHTS ON, INC.IN ASSOCATION WITH ALL SAINTS’ ADVANCEMENT TEAM AND ANNUAL FUND CO-CHAIRS WENDE DWYER-JOHNSEN AND ANDREW JOHNSEN
FLUXTOWN PRODUCTIONS AND JIMMY SAMIS ‘02 FEATURING MARGARET BOSCHINI ‘14, ANDREW JOHNSEN, FATHER MEL BRIDGE
AND LOWER SCHOOL CHAPEL STUDENTS, PEGGY WILSON AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE STUDENTS AND MISSY CARSON’S EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSALL SAINTS’ FACILITIES TEAM AND LIFE SAFETY TEAM SAVE THE DATE APRIL 4, 2014 LIGHTS ON!
A FILM BY
SPECIAL THANK S TO
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Dear All Saints’ Community,
YOU did it!
Our year as chairs of the Annual Giving effort has come to an end, and we are very pleased
to announce that the Annual Fund 2013-14 reached a near all-time high of 83% parent
participation. And, thanks to the steadfast diligence of the Annual Fund volunteer team, the
hard work of the Advancement Office and the generosity of the entire All Saints’ community,
we have reached our goal of $700,000!
It would not have been possible without the great effort and dedication of our wonderful
volunteers; congratulations are in order for each and every one of you! We sincerely thank
you for your gifts of time, talent and treasure.
All Saints’ is A Wonderful School because we have a wonderful community of people. Thank
you for a year of amazing generosity and love of our School! We did it! YOU did it!
With heartfelt thanks,
Wende Dwyer-Johnsen and Andrew Johnsen
Annual Fund 2013-14 Chairs
www.aseschool.org/giveonline
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The Annual Fund for All Saints’ Episcopal School
9700 Saints Circle, Fort Worth, Texas 76108 | 817.560.5700 | www.asesftw.org/giveonline
A N N U A L F U N D
2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4
Annual Fund Chairs
Wende Dwyer-Johnsen
Andrew Johnsen
Advisory Division
Paula and Bob Brockway
Saints Club Division
Lisa and Dan Brock
Dian and Jim Garnett
New Parent Division
Nancy and Hunter Herren
Early Childhood Division
Chesleigh and Blake Lloyd
Lower School K – 3 Division
Lauren and Ryan Matthews
Lower School 4 – 6 Division
Jackie and Leland Prowse
Middle School Division
Andrea Halbach
Upper School Division
Melanie Brown
Faculty and Staff Division
Lynne Pendergrass
Alumni Division
Watt Stephens ’03
Parents of Alumni Division
Mary Jane and
Crawford Edwards
Grandparents Division
Debby and Chip Brown
Vestry Division
Andrew Johnsen
President, Board of TrusteesRick Merrill
MARGARETBOSCHINI
ANDREWJOHNSEN
PREMIERING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 AT NOON AT www.ItsAWonderfulSchool.org
“Inspirational!”ALL SAINTS’ FILM FESTIVAL
2013
Class of 2014 Annual Fund Co-Chair
PRESENTED BY LIGHTS ON, INC.IN ASSOCATION WITH ALL SAINTS’ ADVANCEMENT TEAM AND ANNUAL FUND CO-CHAIRS WENDE DWYER-JOHNSEN AND ANDREW JOHNSEN
FLUXTOWN PRODUCTIONS AND JIMMY SAMIS ‘02 FEATURING MARGARET BOSCHINI ‘14, ANDREW JOHNSEN, FATHER MEL BRIDGE
AND LOWER SCHOOL CHAPEL STUDENTS, PEGGY WILSON AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE STUDENTS AND MISSY CARSON’S EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSALL SAINTS’ FACILITIES TEAM AND LIFE SAFETY TEAM SAVE THE DATE APRIL 4, 2014 LIGHTS ON!
A FILM BY
SPECIAL THANK S TO
Mark Moore, single parent of Nick ’19, would describe his lifestyle as “modest.” However, his heart for family and the shared values he has experienced at both his workplace and at All Saints’ Episcopal School is super-sized. Mark recently advised the Advancement Office that he plans to leave a legacy of gratitude to our School in his estate. He is still several years from retirement, so he hopes to be able to make a gift to endowment that would grow to provide financial aid support for one or more students to attend All Saints’. Why? Because he has received such support through the years, and this is his way of “paying it forward.” Through his planned gift, Mark also hopes to provide a legacy for Nick that will keep him connected to All Saints’. The School community has become an extended family for Mark and Nick, and Mark would love nothing more than for Nick to be an active alumnus, and perhaps return to All Saints’ as a member of the faculty or staff.
Mark’s philosophy on life is simple and heartfelt, “Life is full of miracles.” Adolescent son Nick is one miracle story. After four attempts to adopt from traditional American agencies were unsuccessful, Mark and his wife were heartsick. Then, a relative undergoing chemotherapy was seated next to another chemo patient and they began chatting about family. The relative learned about an agency in Louisiana that
specialized in world-wide adoptions and encouraged the Moores to explore it. Hesitant but hopeful, they followed her advice, contacted the agency and pursued yet another try at adopting. While scrolling the agency’s photos on the internet, they saw a precious newborn baby boy from Guatemala and fell in love. When they read that the baby was born on Mark’s birthday, the connection was complete.
Although Mark is busy as an instrumentation measurement foreman at EOG Resources, and Nick leads a typical teenager’s life, they spend plenty of quality time together. They are members of All Saints’ Episcopal Church and recently returned from a mission trip to Belize where they built a pavilion for the Holy Cross Anglican School, which is supported by both All Saints’ Episcopal Church and School. This type of experience is one way that Mark strives to lead by example for Nick, and he appreciates that our School’s Mission is right in line with his family values. We are grateful for those family values and for the generous heart of Mark Moore.
SPOTLIGHTDeWolfe Society
By Susan Doyle
MARK MOORE MAKES A GIFT OF GRATITUDE
Anonymous (5)Dr. and Mrs. Merle T. BasdenDr. Sharon Basden and Mr. Gary FrankenfieldDr. and Mrs. Thaddeus B. BirdMr. and Mrs. A. William BrackettMr. and Mrs. Edmond BradshawMr. and Mrs. Pete ChambersThe Rev. Canon and Mrs. James P. DeWolfe, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. FergusonDr. Joseph W. GrayMr. and Mrs. Kent S. HenningMr. and Mrs. Reese HillardThe Rev. and Mrs. Christopher JamborMs. Dorothy Jurgens*Mr. and Mrs. Dee J. Kelly, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. A. Avery McDaniel
Ms. Donna MichelsMr. and Mrs. Ardon MooreMr. Mark P. MooreMs. Johnnie Pearce Moseley*Ms. Sylvia P. Murray*Mr. Freeman L. OrmanMr. and Mrs. John PinkertonMr. and Mrs. Rusty Reid
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Ryan*Mr. and Mrs. James D. SamisMr. Frank H. SherwoodMr. Ramsay SluggMs. Ann Pendleton Stephens*Mr. and Mrs. George M. Young, Jr.* Gifts received
DEWOLFE SOCIETY MEMBERSThe DeWolfe Society recognizes foresighted individuals who have chosen to support the School’s future through bequests and other deferred gifts. The School accepts planned gifts of cash, appreciated stocks, real estate and tangible personal property, life insurance and life income gifts such as charitable remainder trusts, charitable lead trusts and charitable gift annuities. Membership in the Society is granted to donors who notify the School of their intentions. It is the School’s vision that planned gifts from DeWolfe Society members will provide permanent funding to continue the academic spiritual legacy established by Father DeWolfe. For more information or to join the DeWolfe Society by making a bequest, please contact Susan Doyle, Director of Institutional Advancement, [email protected] or 817.717.4044.
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By Susan Doyle
One of the highlights of the 2014 Commencement Ceremony was the naming of Kathi Tiffany, Fine Arts Department Chair, as the inaugural recipient of the “Jorns Family Distinguished Teacher Award for Fine Arts.” The Award is made possible by a gift to endowment from Jennifer and Steve Jorns. The intent is to honor the outstanding efforts of one of our faculty members to instill in our students a deep passion for the Arts. The recipient of this award should be a dynamic educator who continually advances the 21st century Fine Arts classroom by creating innovative and engaging student experiences. The Award is named for the Jorns family, which includes children Jennifer ’93, Jordan ’00, Chandler ’11 and Hunter ’12. The Jorns’ gift reflects the family’s strong commitment to All Saints’ along with a heartfelt desire to see our growing Fine Arts program continue to thrive.
Steve and Jennifer Jorns join Dr. Bird in honoring
Mrs. Kathi Tiffany
An All Saints’ First: THE JORNS FAMILY ENDOWED DISTINGUISHED TEACHER AWARD FOR FINE ARTS
ABOUT KATHI TIFFANY Kathi Tiffany, lovingly nicknamed “T” by faculty peers and legions of students, joined All Saints’ in 1988 when the Upper School was first being established. At that time, the Upper School faculty consisted of one teacher per discipline, and Kathi was hired part-time to teach two Art classes (Middle and Upper School) and to serve as Yearbook Advisor. Kathi has fond memories of those early years, and remembers them as being full of good times. “We had a lot of fun because we knew we were building a school, and in our hearts, we knew that the school was going somewhere.” She recalls teaming up with Mrs. Riki Zide, long-time Drama instructor, to produce the first theater production – Kathi and Riki painted every set and sewed every costume themselves! As the student body and program offerings grew, Kathi’s responsibilities grew as well. In addition to teaching several Art classes and producing the Yearbook, Kathi served as Faculty sponsor for the Cheerleading Team and Student Council. She has served as Fine Arts Department Chair for more than 15 years.
Seeing all Saints’ grow to the mature college preparatory institution it is today is a gratifying experience, and Kathi has been involved every step of the way. One of her most enjoyable projects was influencing the design of the Art Studio in Simpson Upper School. The over-sized room has a vaulted, painted metal ceiling with exposed beams, and it is flooded with natural light. In the area of Fine Arts offerings, she says she is most proud of two programs in particular – the Fine Arts trip to New York, which was initiated in 2000 with 12 girls and their mothers, and our Yearbook, “The Saint,” a full-color publication which has garnered national awards from Columbia Scholastic Press Association, based at the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism and Balfour Publishing Company for excellence in yearbook publication.
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1994“20ish YEAR” REUNION WEEKEND Friday, October 17 & Saturday, October 18, 2014Register here:aseschool.org/Alumni The Class of 1994 invites all of the classes from the ‘90’s to their 20-Year ReunionWeekend (*Alumni include graduates as well as any student that attended All Saints’ in high school during the ’90s.)
1996Reverend Deacon Joseph Birthisel graduated from Christ the Saviour Orthodox Seminary in Johnstown, PA., on May 22, 2014. Rev. Dn. Joseph was ordained to the holy priesthood of the Orthodox Church on July 18, 2014.
1997Chris Kent and wife Vaishali welcomed a son, August Arjun Kent, on April 21, 2014. He weighed 6 lbs, 1oz and was 19 inches long.
2000William Biggs and Jessica Myers exchanged vows at Watch Hill Park, Bermuda, on June 29, 2013. Following the ceremony, guests enjoyed dinner and dancing at Beau Rivage at the Newstead Resort, hosted by the bride’s parents. William’s
twin brother, Christopher Biggs ‘00, served as best man. William graduated from the University of Virginia and received his law degree from Tulane University School of Law. He is a criminal defense attorney based in Fort Worth. Jessica and William reside in Fort Worth.
Caroline Stouffer Brown and husband Will Brown welcomed a daughter, Margaret Bonner, on April 1, 2014. Margaret weighed 8 pounds 11 ounces and was 21.5 inches long. Caroline, Will, and Margaret
are enjoying life in Houston!
2002April Hahnfeld Gwin has joined Burt Ladner Real Estate as a sales agent. Contact her at [email protected] if you are looking for a home in Fort Worth.
Nolan Bradshaw was honored this year as a “40 Under 40” winner, an annual award saluting 40 area individuals under the age of 40 recognized to be making their mark with professional success and community involvement. Nolan is President and Owner of Cornerstone Diversified Consultants, a commercial development, architecture and construction firm.
200410-YEAR REUNION November 29, 2014
Whitney Moore Brown is the new Academic Data Manager at All Saints’. She comes to us after being with the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History for nearly three years, serving as the head Development Officer. Whitney is enjoying reacquainting herself with the All Saints’ family and eventually joining the coaching staff.
Our condolences to the family of Christina Mosley Furr, who passed away on August 18, 2013, and to the family of John Berkovsky, who passed away on May 9, 2014.
2005Holly Scully married Tom Annis on July 13, 2013, at All Saints’ Episcopal Church. A reception followed at Colonial Country Club. Heather Gant ‘05, Veronica Williams Dummit
‘05, and Mary Kathryn White Marx ‘05 were bridesmaids in the wedding.
Carrie Baker graduated on May 10, 2014, from the Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She will be doing her residency at OSU Pediatrics in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Christina Song just bought a house in Austin and is working in public relations at HomeAway.com.
2006Caitlin Derdeyn married Martin Chapman Bauer on May 3, 2014, at Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Austin, Texas. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Headliners Club
of Austin. Sister of the bride, Maggie Derdeyn Hadden ‘04 served as the matron of honor; Maggie Pinkerton ‘06 was the maid of honor and Hollis Kent ‘06, Cara Hughens Lemaster ‘06 and Charlotte Stouffer ‘06 were all bridesmaids. The bride’s brother, Patrick Derdeyn ‘01 was a groomsman.
Alumni News FALL 2014By Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04
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Travis Moore recently graduated in the 85th Amarillo Police Academy class. While in the Academy, Travis served as the President of the class. He addressed city officials, police force, and fellow recruits, as well as family and friends at
his graduation ceremony on June 11, 2014. Officer Moore is thrilled to join the force and is supported by his wife, Kristi. They live in Amarillo with their two dogs, Ruger and Pippa.
2008Kiah Thorn graduated from Stanford University in June 2014 with an M.A. in Latin American Studies.
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Leslie Houston is in South Korea studying Korean.
Baillie Jones is working at an insurance company in Michigan. She married Jacob Nieuwsma on October 13, 2013.
Carlita Marchitto is in Colorado working logistics for an energy company and coaching field hockey.
Alex Teitelbaum is working as a sales representative for a medical company, QMedRX, in Tennessee.
Caroline Gruensfelder is working PR for JustFab in California.
John Randle Anthony is working in Jacksonville for CSX Transportation.
Kemble Maddox married Sean Bean in San Antonio at the Hill Country Hyatt on October 12, 2013.
Adair Ewin taught at Gullett Elementary School and Gorzycki Middle School this past spring. After graduating from the University of Texas in May, she moved to New York City to join the Education Department at
Aperture as a Work Scholar. Aperture is a not-for-profit foundation that connects audiences with contemporary photographers from all over the world. Adair is excited and feels blessed to have this opportunity because it involves her two greatest passions: art education and photography.
2010James Sharpe is playing rugby at Dartmouth College. James participated in the Rugby 7s National Championship (CRCs) this past spring. Dartmouth
won the CRCs 7s National Championship in 2011 and 2012. He played on the 2012 team.
2013Xavier Phillips was a second-string inside linebacker as a Redshirt Freshman at Baylor, had the highest GPA on Baylor’s team and made the Dean’s List this past year. He is double majoring in
Physical Therapy and Psychology.
Tatum Nowlin is playing tennis at Texas Christian University.
Anabelle Kline interned with Dr. Doug Lorimer at Harris Methodist Hospital this past summer.
Katherine White and Mackenzie Shoppa attended Parsons School for Design this past summer in New York City.
2014Emily Tabor made the University of Texas cheer squad and was also accepted to the Honors Program.
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This year’s All Saints’ Open was another great event, raising $10,000. All proceeds will benefit the Kent Henning Alumni Scholarship and Endowment Fund, providing financial aid for children of alumni. The tournament took place on April 26, 2014, and thirty people participated. Our state-of-the-art Gray Tennis Center, combined with the beautiful weather, provided the perfect landscape for enjoyable tennis and fellowship! PHOTO 1: Riggs Brown ‘03 and his wife, former student Kelley Brown. PHOTO 2: Bailey McGuire ‘03, Caroline Dyess Crawford ‘02 and Mary Marshall Dyess Smith ‘01. PHOTO 3: Whitney Newton Wynne ‘01, Caroline Dyess Crawford ‘02, Lindsay Bond Griffin ‘99, Dorothy McDonald, Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ‘04, Kristin McGuire, Bailey McGuire ‘03, Kelley Davis Brown, Riggs Brown ‘03 and Jared Harwell ‘01. PHOTO 4: Cara Hughens Lemaster ‘06, Jackie Prowse, Hollis Kent ‘06 and Lissa Thomas Harrison ‘02.
The 2nd Annual All Saints’ Clay Shoot held at Walsh Ranch on March 26, 2014 was a huge success, with over $15,000 raised. All proceeds will benefit the Kent Henning Alumni Scholarship and Endowment Fund, providing financial aid for children of alumni. Seventy shooters participated in the shoot and the weather couldn’t have been better. Guests enjoyed dinner donated by Chicken Express and beer donated by Community Beer Co. Stay tuned for details regarding next year’s Clay Shoot!
Clay Shoot
Tennis Open
2nd Annual
12th Annual
PHOTO 1: Frank Burgher ‘05, Julie Anthony ‘04, Brice Komatsu ‘05 and Kristen Berry ‘05. PHOTO 2: Scott McDonald ‘03, Riggs Brown ‘03, Watt Stephens ‘03 and Bailey McGuire ‘03. PHOTO 3: Nolan Bradshaw ‘02, Ed Bradshaw, April Hahnfeld Gwin ‘02, Michele Hahnfeld.
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HOW DID ALL SAINTS’ PREPARE YOU FOR COLLEGE? Academically, All Saints’ prepared me most for college by teaching me how to write well. Writing is very important at a school like Vanderbilt and I was amazed to see how far ahead I am when it comes to writing. All Saints’ also contributed to a strong work ethic that helped me make Dean’s List my Freshman year. I also credit All Saints’ for teaching me to always have a positive attitude no matter what is going on in my life. In particular, Wally Worden and Coach Aaron Beck taught me the importance of keeping my head up when things get tough. They were always there to help me with anything I needed, regardless of its nature. TELL US ABOUT YOUR TIME PLAYING FOOTBALL AT VANDERBILT. I played linebacker and long snapper last year, and was redshirted. The best part of playing football for Vanderbilt is being a part of something bigger than myself. It is amazing to see over one hundred guys from all different races and backgrounds come together as a team and perform at the level we do. Beating Georgia, Florida and Tennessee in the same season was a huge accomplishment as we continue to rise in the ranks in the SEC and prove to people we are worthy of recognition. FAVORITE MEMORY OF ALL SAINTS’?My favorite memory of All Saints’ was going undefeated and winning the football SPC Championship my senior year. Winning that
championship with all of my best friends who I have grown up with, after putting in so much work, will be more memorable than anything I can accomplish here at Vanderbilt. Attending a school with a close-knit community allowed for me to form lifelong friendships and have close relationships with teachers and coaches. BEST THING ABOUT VANDERBILT SO FAR?The best things about Vanderbilt so far has been the campus life and living in Nashville. Nashville has everything a college student would ever want. There is great food, music, professional sports teams and nightlife. It is nearly impossible to have nothing to do in Nashville. Everyone here is very friendly and there is a family-like community just like All Saints’.
IS THERE A SIGNIFICANT PERSON WHO TAUGHT YOU A LIFE LESSON?My brother, Hutson, has taught me countless life lessons that have made me who I am today. Four years older than me, he followed a similar path out of high school and is always there to give me advice when I need it. The most important lesson he has taught me is to not let others dictate who I am or what I do. In college, there are hundreds of distractions weekly that have the potential to have negative effects. Hutson has taught me to stay true to my beliefs and morals, and to not get caught up in the things that do not matter in life. He has also taught me to not worry about the judgment of others, as it will only slow me down. If people criticize, just use it as motivation and move on.
By Brittany Hicks Bradshaw ’04
Alumni SpotlightMACK PRIOLEAU ‘13
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ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
“20ish YEAR” REUNION WEEKEND Friday, October 17 & Saturday, October 18
The Class of 1994 invites all of the classes from the ‘90’s to their 20-Year Reunion (Reunion weekend for alumni graduates and any student who attended All Saints’ high school during the years 1990-1999.)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 175:00-7:00 p.m.: Happy Hour (Location TBD)7:30 p.m.: Homecoming Game - All Saints’ vs. Casady • Join Alumni and their families (Children of Alumni, Parents
of Alumni, Grandparents of Alumni)• Activities for the kids • Catch up with former faculty members• Prizes!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1810:00 a.m.: Tour of All Saints’ Campus 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.: Kickball game, Food Trucks and Refreshments 7:30 p.m.: Reunion Dinner at Joe T. Garcia’s($75/person or $150/couple; includes dinner, drinks and entertainment)
Register for any and all events: www.aseschool.org/AlumniUpdates and pictures on the Facebook Reunion Page: @aseschoolalumni
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ALUMNIAWARDS DINNER
Class Representatives
MOVED TO SPRING 2015
Class representatives help to gather updated contact information and news from their classmates, promote alumni events and plan class reunions with the Alumni Relations Manager.
1990 - Phillip Poole
1991 - Holland Walsh
1992 - David Madison
1993 - Robert Blanton
1994 - Susie Purselley Thompson
1995 - Kellie Ott Bullinger
1996 - Julie King
1997 - Sloan Cranz
1998 - Britt Darwin-Looney
1999 - Are you a ‘99 graduate and interested in being the class representative? Contact Brittany Bradshaw at (817)717-4060.
2000 - Regan Shoemaker Burdett
2001 - Are you an ‘01 graduate and interested in being the class representative? Contact Brittany Bradshaw at (817) 717-4060.
2002 - Dani Terrier Reagan
2003 - Jordan Harwell Hawkins
2004 - Brittany Hicks Bradshaw
2005 - Kristen Berry
2006 - Hollis Kent
2007 - Staley Hawkins
2008 - Sarah Kelley
2009 - Chelsea Harrison
2010 - Claire O’Connor
2011 - Barrett Tanner
2012 - Christina Ewin
2013 - Emma Grace Laird
Stay Tuned for More Information Alumni Relations: [email protected]
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TOLLINGof the Bell
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercies of God, rest in peace. And, may light perpetual shine upon them. Amen.
FEBRUARY 28, 2014Joann Landrum
MARCH 7, 2014Margaret Grace Corey Childress
MARCH 28, 2014Nancy Avonell Avondet James B. Getz, Sr.
APRIL 11, 2014“Papi” Luis VallecilloDarrell Roten
APRIL 25, 2014Calvin PhillipsJames Albert Hearne
MAY 2, 2014Norma Thurston Ellis
MAY 9, 2014Philip DanielsNora Havard
MAY 16, 2014James HamptonEmily Harper Van MetreMary Estelle DeWolfeJonathan Berksovsky
AUGUST 22, 2014Annie WalkerO Dean HubbardMary Louise GetzJane Gilman TracyCharles H. WebsterJohn Adam MalonisEdwin Kimball Neville, Jr.Polly Jones and Larry JonesLarry PigéonSamuel Henderson KiteDavid Randall “D.R.” Kent, Jr.
AUGUST 29, 2014Beatrice MendezScotty MenyJimmie Skelton
The Ewin Bell Tower has tolled in memory of the following lost loved ones from the February 2014 publish date of Innovate. The memorial tolling takes place each Friday at 3:30 p.m. during the school year. Bell Tollings are coordinated through the Advancement and Clergy Offices.
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