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Third Trimester 2008-2009
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School - Jacksonville, FL
Graduates from St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School’s class of 2009 will attend the following secondary schools:
The Class of 2009
Emory Babcock - Episcopal High School
Jack Bleakley - Brentwood Middle School, TN
Arch Brooke - The Bolles School
Davis Conolly - The Bolles School
Denny Dore - The Bolles School
Chadwick Feeley - Episcopal High School
Kylie Geddes - The Bolles School
Boone Givens - The Bolles School
Shelby Gregory - Episcopal High School
Everett Hale - Episcopal High School
Gracie Hamilton - Episcopal High School
Carlton Higby - The Bolles School
Quinn Magevney - Episcopal High School
Rani Mahmoudi - Darnell-Cookman
Carlos Molina - Oakleaf Middle School
Anna Grace Montford - The Bolles School
Chip Morgan - Episcopal High School
Autumn Morrell - Episcopal High School
Matthew Pentaleri - The Bolles School
Bailey Ray - Episcopal High School
Grace Robison - St. Johns Country Day School
Mead Rogers - Episcopal High School
Elizabeth Smithwick - Episcopal High School
Ally Taylor - Episcopal High School
Gabriel Taylor - Episcopal High School
Riley Tennant - Episcopal High School
Collin Walker - Episcopal High School
Talbot White - Episcopal High School
George Whitner - The Bolles School
Lindsay Wolfersberger - St. Paul’s Catholic School
Hodson Wood - Episcopal High School
Contents Chairman’s Message 2
Head of School Message 3
Rector ‘s Message 3
The Class of 2009 4-5
Allison’s Tree 6-7
Around Campus 8-9
School News 10
Support St. Mark’s 11
Fruit of the Spirit Awards 12
St. Mark’s Honor Roll 13
Alumni News 14-15
2 Message from the Chairman
2008-2009 Board of Trustees
Nicole B. Bryan, Eric P. Cavin*, Rev. Jonathan B. Coffey Jr., Charles E. Commander IV*, Robert E. Dickson, George M. Egan, Susan K. Feeley, Charles L. Gibbs II, Cathy T. Hardage, Missy M. Ketchum, Diane A. Madison, Hugh M. Magevney III, Eugene B. Nichols, Dade R. Nigro, Jeffrey Preuss, Leigh M. Ray **, Lisa L. Rogers, Leigh S. Scales, Leslie P. Sirbaugh, Margaret B. Wetherbee, Ruth E. Whitner, Avery W. Williams, Alison I. Witkovich
*Vestry Representatives **Parents’ Association Representative
George M. Egan Cathy T. Hardage The Reverend Jonathan B. Coffey, Jr. Chairman of the Board Head of School Rector
A Message from the Chairman of the Board The successful completion of the school year always provides an opportunity to both look back on our recent accomplishments, as well as look forward to new programs and initiatives planned for the coming school year. Despite the challenges presented by our economy, the school continued to push forward with many initiatives to enhance the quality of education at St. Marks. This past year, the administration and faculty introduced a new reading curriculum; implemented significant improvements to our technology hardware and software resources; continued to focus on faculty education; and implemented a new faculty review and assessment protocol. At the Board level, the Trustees completed a comprehensive set of revisions to the school’s By-laws; developed a detailed long-range facilities
management plan; implemented a major rebalancing of the school’s endowment; and most importantly, met our revised fund raising goals for the year, despite the economy. This year, the dollars raised through our fundraising events contributed over $300,000 to our operating budget, or approximately $800 per student. In this difficult environment, we are grateful for the support we receive from parents, grandparents, friends, alumni, and corporate sponsors.
A principal responsibility of the Board is to assure the financial health and long term strength of the school. On this level, I believe the school is in excellent condition. Our financial stability reflects the astute financial management of the school’s administration. St. Mark’s has no debt and sufficient financial resources to allow our school to continue to press forward with new initiatives and longer term investments. This coming year, the Board will undertake a comprehensive strategic planning process which will help set the
direction for the school for the next five years and beyond. Finally, Missy Ketchum will become the new School Board Chair. Missy has been a Trustee of the school for 6 years and most recently has served as the Vice Chair of the Board and Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee. She possesses a deep knowledge of elementary education issues, and we are grateful for her commitment and dedication to the school. Have a great summer, and we are looking forward to seeing you in August for the beginning of another great school year. On behalf of the Board, George M. Egan, Chairman
Having Fun Having Fun in thein the Summer SunSummer Sun
St. Mark’s Summer Camp
students have enjoyed a variety of activities this summer!
Above: Students in Mrs. Hamilton’s and Mrs. Cozart’s “Wild Wacky Week” Summer Enrichment Camp, made tie-dyed t-shirts and enjoyed old-fashioned summer fun.
Right: Students in Mrs. Hoyt’s “Kinetic Art” Summer Enrichment
Camp, learned about art in motion by building kites that fly, making
wind chimes, and much more.
Dear St. Mark’s Families and Friends, Greetings and best wishes to all of you! During the summer months, it is very quiet on our campus. We have a summer camp for our youngest children and two weeks of enrichment camps for our older students; however, it is still much quieter than when school is in session. Every afternoon I find myself heading over to see our younger children at camp, just to visit and see those beautiful smiles. As I write this letter, it is the eve of Independence Day and certainly a time to reflect on the freedom we have, as citizens of the United States, and the sacrifices that have been made for our freedom. St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School has a number of active and retired military personnel among our families. We are proud to count them as members of our community! One of our active military dads is Dr. William Cramer, a commander in the United States Navy Medical Corps. He is currently stationed in Afghanistan and is the father of students, Hunt and Toby. Before he left this past spring, the fifth grade class made him an exquisite card and presented it to him at a Chapel in March. Shortly after his departure, the third graders created and sent him a joyous patriotic poster. I would like to quote a section of Dr. Cramer’s e-mail to Mrs. Beville Anderson, in thanks for these items. It
Messages from the Head of School & Rector
certainly touched my heart and seemed so timely on Independence Day. Dr. Cramer has graciously allowed me to share his sentiments with you: “The strong fabric of Christian decency is woven in and around each child's name in these wonderfully unexpected keepsakes. Of course, I appreciate the expressed sentiment that the sacrifice and danger surrounding military deployment to war is recognized and honored by the school and especially the children. But the most powerful and most supportive message for me is the implied support that the community of St Mark's and of Ortega has offered to Toby, Hunt, and Julia while I am away. Concerns for personal sacrifice and safety are insignificant when compared to the angst that I feel by being so far from my family. Modern communication makes the distance seem less at times, but the power of a nurturing and caring community is far more important. Many thanks to you and to Drew Haramis and Steve Williams for your parts in quietly nurturing this bedrock of decency within our school and our community. My family and I are truly blessed to live within such a wonderful, caring community
Dear Neighbors and Friends,
Education is a process of wonder, exploration, disciplined attention to information, conceptual formation of a view of the world, and ultimately, a development of character in persons who are “educated,” such that they are able to meet and to work well with the challenges, as well as the opportunities life brings. When any aspect of the educational process is missing, such as wonder or conceptual formation, all the other aspects are diminished as is the person who is being educated. I am going to hazard a guess that the aspect of rigorous attention to information may not be uppermost in your rear view mirror during July, as it might be in, say, January. But wonder and exploration are very much in our sight at this time of year, and they bring vitality and passion to the education that is our life-long pursuit. As we experience leisure, travel, and play, our capacities for wonder and exploration come to the forefront. Wonder is the capacity to appreciate the astonishing gift of life. Wonder animates all the other aspects of education, marking them with feeling and
fervor. Take away wonder and what we have is drudgery. Exploration is wonder suspended over and through time. We explore other times in history, other cultures, new horizons, and new languages that stretch both our brains and our hearts. Traveling through life as an adventure makes people rich in hope and desire. As a priest committed to the prospect of a lifetime of education, I invite you to carefully cultivate the twin aspects of wonder and exploration this summer season. You will bring more passion and energy to everything you do! Jonathan B. Coffey, Rector
Jonathan B. Coffey, Rector of St. Mark’s Church
Above: Cathy Hardage with graduate Collin Walker, recipient of the Head of School Award, which is given for excellence in scholarship and academic achievement during the fourth, fifth, and sixth grade years.
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and it is my great honor to serve in support of the men and women who are fighting daily to maintain this privilege and so that others may one day enjoy similar peace in troubled areas abroad. Happy Independence Day!” I wish all of our St. Mark’s families and friends a relaxed, restful, and safe summer! In Christ’s love, Cathy Hardage, Head of School
The Cramer family together at Veterans’ Day Chapel in November 2008.
Emory Babcock: a pediatrician and animal photographer
Jack Bleakley: a motor-cross dirt bike rider
Mead Rogers: a horseback
riding teacher for kids
Grace Robison: a veterinarian
Chadwick Feeley: a pro baseball player
Quinn Magevney: an architect with a family
Hodson Wood: A veterinarian with a family
Shelby Gregory: an architect
Talbot White: a brain surgeon
Ally Taylor: a fashion designer with a family Gracie Hamilton:
an interior designer with a family
Davis Conolly: an architect
with a family
Boone Givens: a pro baseball player with a family
Rani Mahmoudi: A heart surgeon
or lawyer with a family
Bailey Ray: a chef for the food network
Riley Tennant: a UF graduate and a sportscaster for ESPN
Collin Walker: A small business owner in California with a family
George Whitner: a brain surgeon
With their families and their dreams for the future. . .
Denny Dore: a herpetologist
Matthew Pentaleri: a professional mechanic and
race car owner Everett Hale: the owner of my father’s company Gabriel Taylor: a motor-cross dirt bike rider
Carlton Higby: a veterinarian or a job with animals
Anna Grace Montford: a first grade teacher
Autumn Morrell: a lawyer in Hawaii with a family
Arch Brooke: a pro baseball player Lindsay Wolfersberger: a marine biologist
Carlos Molina: a S.W.A.T. officer
Chip Morgan: a pro paintball player for Ironman Paintball Team
Elizabeth Smithwick: an electrical
engineer/ scientist
Kylie Geddes: an Olympic horseback rider and instructor with a family
Dear Lord, Creator of life and Sustainer of seed and soil, of tree and flower, you have created this world and all that lives in it.
It is to You that we come in this prayer of dedication and blessing, for you are the giver of life and the sustainer of all that lives. We come to you to dedicate this Oak tree in memory of Allison Brundick Haramis who you continue to hold in your generous grace. We give you thanks for her life and come to you in our tears and sorrow.
May this tree remind us of this one whom we love and who is held forever in your never ending love. May this tree dig deep roots just as Allison had with her friends, community and family. May this tree grow wide branches to bear witness to your abundant love and grace made known in Allison. And, may this tree find children and friends laughing, sitting, and maybe even dancing beneath it.
We will remember and honor Allison with this living monument and we will ask you, Lord, for your blessing upon this tree, upon the Haramis family and upon all us who mourn, through Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.
A Blessing for Allison’s Tree This blessing was read by Becky Hudmon, a mother of two 08-09 third grade students, at Allison’s Tree Blessing Ceremony on May 21, 2009. The parents and students of the 08-09 third grade class donated and dedicated this special area as a place for everyone to enjoy in remembrance of Allison's joyful spirit.
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In Loving Memory of the Joyful Spirit of
Allison Brundick Haramis
T he St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School community was deeply saddened by the tragic and sudden loss of one of its own this past April as a result of a car accident. Fifteen-year-old, Allison Brundick Haramis,
was our daughter, sister, friend, student, alumni, classmate, dancer, actress, and shining star. Her glowing smile and sparkling personality will be forever remembered by everyone she knew. Over the past few months, many have come together to remember and honor Allison. Parents and students of the 08-09 third grade class of St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School have dedicated a living monument, an oak tree, in her honor. Allison’s Tree, as it is known, is located in a sunny spot behind West Hall (the main office). Her tree was planted with love during a ceremony on May 21, 2009, given by the parents and students of the 08-09 third grade class. The third graders led friends and family in attendance in singing of patriotic songs, My Country ‘tis of Thee and America the Beautiful, in celebration of Allison’s July 4 birthday. Also given by this group, is a statue of a young ballerina (pictured to the left) now located by the tree along with four benches and a plaque which reads, “In Loving Memory of the Joyful Spirit of Allison Brundick Haramis.” As another tribute to Allison, the school’s Drama Club has begun the “Allison’s Dream Award” to be given each year to a drama student. The award, marked by the presentation of a cup, will be given to a student who brightens a room, has a big personality, and is willing to take positive risks to reach their goal of being heard and making a difference. The recipient will be one who is willing to share their love of live theatre and drama with others, and encourage and help their peers to reach for the same dream. Also, white irises, donated by the Wolfersberger family, have been planted along the back fence of the Berg Family Play Field in memory of Allison.
Hodson Wood, recipient of the first Allison’s Dream Award, with her Aunt, Drew Haramis, Allison’s mother and third grade teacher at St. Mark’s.
Allison, an alumni of the St. Mark’s class of 2005, proudly leading the 2007 St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School Summer Camp Fourth of July Parade around Ortega. She spent many summers as a volunteer camp counselor for the school.
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Dreams Come True First graders collected change and earned money by performing tasks and chores at home to help make a dream come true for four-year-old local boy, Connor (pictured above right), who was diagnosed with leukemia in January of 2009. Connor, his parents, and two brothers will enjoy a week-long Disney Cruise thanks to our first graders and the Dreams Come True - Kids Helping Kids Program.
St. Mark’s Mini Masters 2009 Sixth grader, Rani M., kisses the Mini Masters trophy after his winning putt. Congratulations to all the students who participated in the 2009 St. Mark's Mini Masters Putting Tournament on Friday, May 15. After nine exciting rounds Rani was presented the trophy as the Champion, fifth grader, Kikki M., was the runner-up.
Second Grade Bike Rodeo After a morning full of bike obstacle courses, safety instructions from Dr. Randy Thornton, and inspections by Mr. Charlie Fetzer from LakeShore Bicycles and Fitness, second graders received their St. Mark’s Bike Licenses! The annual Bike Rodeo is a long-time tradition of the school and prepares students for a lifetime of safe bike riding habits. Thanks to all the moms & dads who helped too!
U.S. Flag Presented to St. Mark’s A United States flag, flown over the Headquarters of the Multi-National Corps-Iraq, was presented to St. Mark's Church and School. Third grader, John T., and his mom, Lisa Anthony, are pictured holding the flag John’s father, who is currently serving in Iraq, sent to the school. The flag is on display in the school office.
Rock & Roll - Music of the 50s Fourth, fifth, and sixth graders hand jived, hopped, and rocked their spring musical performance, Rock & Roll, Music of the 50s. Song selections included Blue Suede Shoes, Yackity Yak, and Rockin Robin and were accompanied by orff instruments, guitars, recorders, and jitterbug dancers.
Blue Jeans for Babies Day Early Learning Program I and II students (one and two-year olds), were thrilled with the support they received on Friday, April 24, St. Mark's Blue Jeans for Babies Day. As a day to raise awareness for the March of Dimes, students, faculty, and staff wore blue jeans to school along with stickers promoting the cause.
Pre-Kindergarten I Party Pre-Kindergarten I students enjoyed a great end to the school year with a party full of face painting, snow cones, jump houses, and friends.
Pre-Kindergarten II Helpers A visit to the fire station would not be complete without wearing your very own fireman’s hat! Learning about community helpers like firemen and police is a fun part of the pre-k II year.
Fifth Grade vs. Sixth Grade Kickball Game After two rain delays, the much anticipated annual fifth grade vs. sixth grade kickball game took place at the end of the school year. Parents and students cheered on the sixth graders to victory, although fifth grade put up a good fight.
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Brownies & Girl Scouts Make Blankets for Children in Hospice St. Mark’s Girl Scouts and Brownie Troop 78 recently made fleece blankets for children in the Clinica des Palliativos des Costa Rica, a Costa Rican children’s hospice based in San Jose. The girls planned the project, earned the money to buy supplies, and made the blankets themselves. They also sent along notes and pictures with the blankets to let the children know how much they care about them and that they are thinking of them.
Fifth Grade Trip to Washington D.C. The annual fifth grade trip to Washington D.C. is more than just a tourist trip! Along with stops at almost every presidential and war memorial, the students toured the National Cathedral, enjoyed a night out at a dinner theater, and even played American history Jeopardy. The week-long trip is such a memorable learning experience these students will not forget. You can still access trip photos, blogs, voicethreads, and podcasts of the trip at http://web.me.com/annegorman/D.C._2009/Welcome.html.
Early Learning II Learns Spanish Early Learning Program II students excitedly participate in a weekly Spanish class with the pre-primary Spanish teacher, Senora Parra. These two-year olds have learned colors, body parts, and much more.
Field Day Celebrates Old-Fashioned Fun and Games Kindergarten through fifth grade students participated in Field Day fun and games this spring. Events such as the water balloon toss, scooter-board race, potato sack and wheel-barrow race, and tennis ball balance race, were led by sixth grade students. The campus was filled that morning with gleeful squeals, cheers, and celebrations.
Mothers’ Chapel We love our moms! Mothers’ Chapel was held on Wednesday, May 6, 2009.
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A Digital Learning Experience Hosted at St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School St. Mark's Episcopal Day School hosted a hands-on digital learning experience presented by Apple Computers on Thursday, May 7. Florida Council of Independent Scools (FCIS) administrators, teachers, and technology directors from all over the state of Florida came to our campus to see the school, and to learn how we are using technology to enhance learning. Nancy Bennett, Technology Director, and Anne Gorman, Computer Teacher, presented to the group about St. Mark's integration of technology into the classrooms and curriculum by showing examples of student projects, podcasts, videos, and the 5th grade Washington D.C. website. Visitors were also given a tour of our campus and stopped by classrooms to observe our teachers using technology. The day ended with all the guests in our computer lab creating their own podcasts using Apple programs.
Dear Parents, Teachers, and Friends, Thank you, thank you, thank you! As many of you may remember, in late April, we held a Parents’ Association BBQ to kick off our volunteer efforts for the 2009-2010 school year. The food was delicious, and the fellowship was fantastic! However, more than anything, the volunteer response since then has been nothing short of phenomenal. So many of you have signed up to help with not only one event, but with two or three. Gina Donahoo, the 09-10 Vice President, and I are so excited, and we are busy finalizing our plans for what we hope will be an incredible school year for the Parents’ Association. If you have not volunteered yet, it’s not too late. We still have a variety of positions open and are more than happy to help you find just the right spot for your individual gifts and talents. We hope this letter finds you relaxing on the beach or in the mountains with your precious families. I always treasure this time of the year when life slows down enough for a lingering cup of coffee in the morning or dinnertime that isn’t rushed because of looming homework or sports practice. Gina and I look forward to working with you all in what promises to be an exciting year for the Parents’ Association. Please mark your calendars now for Meet Your Teacher morning on Tuesday, August 18. It is going to be a great day to celebrate the beginning of the new school year and you won’t want miss the fun! Most sincerely yours, Amy Morales, Parents’ Association President
Above: Teachers and administrators from schools all over the state of Florida visited our computer lab to observe how St. Mark’s is teaching students through technology.
St. Mark’s Early Learning I & II, Pre-Kindergarten I & II, and Kindergarten
Has Earned NAEYC Re-Accreditaton! St. Mark's Episcopal Day School has earned re-accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) – the nation’s leading organization of early childhood professionals. “We are proud to have once again earned the mark of quality from NAEYC and to be recognized for our continued commitment to reaching the highest professional standards,” said Cathy Hardage, Head of School. “NAEYC re-accreditation lets families in our community know children in our program are getting the best care and early learning experiences possible.” St. Mark’s Early Learning, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten programs are covered under this re-accreditation. To earn it, St. Mark’s went through an extensive self-study process this past spring, measuring the programs against the 10 NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards and more than 400 related Accreditation Criteria. Re-accreditation also required a site visit by NAEYC Assessors to ensure the program meets each of the standards. Congratulations to Stephanie Kowald, Director of the Early Learning Program, and all the faculty and staff who make these programs excel.
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Special “For-A-Day’s” What would you do if you got to run the school for a day? What books would you read if you were the librarian for a day? Or, what if you could spend the day with Mr. Marty? Several of our students experienced those days again this year, thanks to their parents bidding on the chance at the Amore II Dinner and Auction event in February. As Head of School for the day, sixth grader, Riley T., declared no homework and no uniforms. Pre-Kindergartener, Trip G., handled the walkie-talkie and learned the ins-and-outs of the school during his day with Mr. Marty. Librarians, Bond M., Ben M., Kate F., and Cameron Perry W., each had a day to readbooks to their peers.
Congratulations and thank you to everyone who participated in the
08-09 Annual Fund.
Five classrooms reached 100% parent participation, and overall,$187,494 was
raised, including a generous anonymous
match of $15,000.
After chairing this year's Annual Fund, we would like to thank the entire St. Mark's family. Who would have ever known what to expect this year? But, as a loving, supportive community, we all pulled together and met our goal for the year. We'd like to thank our co-chairs Holly and Michael Upchurch and all of our class representatives. We will always hold St. Mark's dear to our hearts.
Thanks to all again, Ann and Chip Dempsey, 08-09 Annual Fund Chairs
T he Fruits of the Spirit Character Education Program
was authored and developed by our Head of School, Cathy Hardage. It is now being used in a number of schools in Florida and Texas. This program is ideally suited for an Episcopal school. Each of the nine fruits is assigned to a month of the school year. During Wednesday chapels, homilies about the fruits are presented to the students to complement the instruction in Christian education classes, and students receive awards. Some awards are voted on by the students, and some are chosen by the faculty. By the end of the school year, every student will receive an award.
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Student Nominated Peace
Klare B.Ben W. Alex B.Kate R.Julia P.Blayne G.Lila D.
Teacher Nominated Peace
Lauryn B. Alex B.Kate F. Connor M. Nancy Grace H. Matthew M.Maggie T. Jack W. Cameron Perry W. Margaret G.Tommy B.Destiny R.Kaley L.Brooke G.
Jeffrey P. David D.Elijah S. Thomas M. Noah F. Everett H. Grace R. Collin W. Katie C.Megan W.Andreas K. Lily N.Harry D.
Kathryn W.Emma W.Neely E. Lauren W.Carlton H. Jack B.
Student Nominated Joy
William U. Mateo H. Eleanor W. Destiny R. Andrew M. Katie T.Alyson H.
Teacher Nominated Joy
Ashley E. Alicia G.West T.Chloe S.Sam W.Emmy F. Emilyn R.Victoria V. Joseph S.Ben W.Ashton H.Camp S.Dinah S.Riley T.Jack S.
Greg T. Stan V.Talal M.Charlotte S.Davis C.Autumn M. Effie C. Gary L.Kayla H.Emily S. Coulter H. Ry M.George W. Chadwick F.
Kaylah B.Andreas K.Andre R.Keni T. Chip M.George W.
Ashton H. Jack W. Allison B. Bobby B. Matthew P.Shelby G.
Student Nominated Self-Control
Ben M. Chase V.Zoie S.Isabelle H.Bianca S. Caroline W.Hannah S.
Teacher Nominated Self-Control
Keller V.Mateo H. Isabella A. William C. Julia P. Jack H. Jane D. Stanton H. Lila D.Carrigan B. Matthew D. Kathryn W.
Erick M. Thomas W.Emily S. Kaiden K. Michael C. Anjelo V. Shelby G. Denny D. Lindsay W. Gracie H.Danny K. Ben K.
Teacher Nominated Kindness
John William T.Katie B. Sarah R. Caroline W.
Teacher Nominated Gentleness
Lilly W.Bella N.
Teacher Nominated Patience
Matthew S. Katie S.
Teacher Nominated Faithfulness
Kelly T.
Teacher Nominated Goodness Reid G.
Leah W.Alyson H.
St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School Honor Roll High Honors represents all As Honors represents all As and Bs
Classes used for Honor Roll calculations include: Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science
FIFTH GRADE HONORS - 3rd Trimester Fernando A. Bradley B.Bobby B.Michael C. Harry D.Noah F.Kaiden K.
Laurel L.Kikki M. Lily N.Andre R.Mick U. Zach W.
Congratulations to Our 2008-09 Recipient of the Nancy N. Wood Excellence in Education Award
M rs. Drew Brundick Haramis, third grade teacher, is the 08-09 school year recipient of the Nancy N. Wood Excellence in Education Award.
In 2001, the Board established this award to recognize and reward teachers or staff members who consistently and unselfishly go above and beyond normal expectations of time, energy, and devotion in working with students. Named in honor of the retirement of past Headmistress, Nancy N. Wood, the award is presented annually to a faculty or staff member who personifies quality in their teaching and in their influence on student learning. Past recipients include: Steve Williams, Liz Robinson, Mary Kathryn Smith, Cathy Braude, Kathy Betancourt, Traci Black, and Lauren Mahoney.
Faculty and staff nominate peers for the award, which is then reviewed by an award selection committee consisting of Board members. Nominations included statements of her motivation for children to learn, her love for children and respect of them as persons, her dedication to her career, and her loyalty to the school.
Mrs. Haramis graduated with a B.S. in child development and family relations and a minor in elementary education from Florida State University. She earned a Masters Degree at Jacksonville University, while becoming certified in elementary and early childhood education. As a faculty member of St. Mark's since 1984, she has taught first, second, and third grades, as well as spending seven years as the Director of the Early Learning Program. Her passion is Jacksonville history, and she periodically leads tours for local third grade classes. She is also a member of the Board of Regents Parish and Diocesan Schools, Diocese of Florida, and is an active member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church.
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Above: Top, Mrs. Haramis with 08-09 third graders in her classroom, and bottom, giving a talk during the Jacksonville History Tour.
FOURTH GRADE HIGH HONORS - 3rd Trimester Phoebe C. Annie F. Lilly M. Annie P. Camp S.
Dawson S.Elijah S. Sydney S.Emma W.
FOURTH GRADE HONORS - 3rd Trimester Adelaide B.Kaylah B.Cameron B.Carrigan B.Ben C. Hana C. David D. Matthew D. Ashton H.
Coulter H.Andreas K. Talal M. Erick M. Sam M.Peyton P. Jeffrey P.Kiara R.Tyler S.
Charlotte S. Christopher S.Calla T. Amanda T.Stan Van P. Jack W. Kathryn W.
SIXTH GRADE HIGH HONORS - 3rd Trimester Emory B. Arch B.Davis C.Chadwick F.Shelby G. Everett H.
Carlton H. Quinn M. Elizabeth S.Ally T. Collin W. Talbot W.
SIXTH GRADE HONORS - 3rd Trimester Jack B. Denny D.Kylie G. Boone G. Gracie H.Rani M. Anna Grace M.Chip M.
Autumn M. Matthew P.Bailey R. Gabriel T. Riley T. George W. Lindsay W.Hodson W.
Yearly High Honor Roll - Fourth Grade Phoebe C.Annie F. Annie P. Yearly Honor Roll - Fourth Grade Ben C.Hana C. Ashton H. Coulter H.Andreas K. Sam M.
Lilly M.Peyton P.Jeffrey P.Kiara R.Tyler S.Dawson S.
Elijah S.Christopher S.Amanda T. Stan Van P.Jack W.Kathryn W.
Camp S.Sydney S.Emma W.
FIFTH GRADE HIGH HONORS - 3rd Trimester Allison B. Hunt C. Lindsey D. Grace E.Neely E.Kaley L.
Thomas M.Matthew M. Woody M.Ry M. Bella N. Alex O.
Evan R.Teddy S. Dinah S. Keni T.Anjelo V.Lauren W.
Yearly High Honor Roll - Fifth Grade Allison B. Lindsey D.Grace E. Neely E. Kaley L. Yearly Honor Roll - Fifth Grade Bradley B. Bobby B. Hunt C. Noah F.
Thomas M. Woody M.Matthew M. Bella N.Evan R.
Teddy S. Dinah S. Keni T. Anjelo V.Lauren W.
Laurel L.Kikki M. Ry M. Lily N.
Alex O. Andre R. Mick U.Zach W.
Yearly High Honor Roll - Sixth Grade Arch B.Quinn M. Elizabeth S. Yearly Honor Roll - Sixth Grade Emory B. Davis C. Denny D.Chadwick F. Boone G. Shelby G.
Ally T.Collin W.
Everett H. Gracie H. Carlton H.Rani M. Anna Grace M. Chip M.
Autumn M.Matthew P.Riley T.Talbot W.George W. Hodson W.
08-09 Yearly High Honors - Students Made High Honors all Three Trimesters 08-09 Yearly Honors - Students Made Honors all Three Trimesters
William Pilcher won the 10th grade Biology Award at Bolles, is in the top 10% of his class, and was selected for the Joe Berg Society. He is a member of Mu Alpha Theta PreCalculus Team, JETS, an engineering
team, and competed on the computer programming team. He won a $9,000 scholarship at Stetson University this year in computer programming.
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2003
Paul Egan, an eighth grader at Episcopal Middle School, placed third at the State Science Fair held in Lakeland, FL in April.
Sarah Bates (left) along with a friend, turned their birthday party into a fundraising opportunity, resulting in $3,200 being donated to
The Bridge of Northeast Florida. The girls visited The Bridge, a local organization
whose mission is to promote the development of healthy, productive, self-sufficient youth, and families, to present their donations and meet with some of the students who are supported by this organization.
2007
2006 Caitlin Dempsey placed second in the high school division of the Regions Financial and Northeast Florida Education Guide front-cover art contest. She received a signature Regions Bank bicycle and helmet.
John Wikstrom was selected as the winner of a copy of Final Draft, a scriptwriting software, after
participating in a playwriting workshop at the Florida Thespian Festival. His short essay about what playwriting means to him, was selected out of nearly a dozen entries. He also received Superior marks in Acting at this State competition.
Maggie Howell participated in the French State Competition with fellow Bolles students in French V, performing in a group play which earned a Superieur (the highest rating). She also earned a scholarship to travel to France this summer, paid for by the French government. Maggie will attend Duke University in the fall.
Cathy Hardin participated in the Spanish State Competition with fellow Episcopal classmates, earning a Sobresaliente (the highest rating) and a $100 scholarship for her senior essay.
Chandler Bennett had a photography piece selected as one of 130 pieces of artwork from over 800 submissions to be in the 2009 Duval County Senior High Art Show. She also participated in the Spanish State competition with Episcopal High, earning Sobresaliente ratings.
2004
Mary Shaffer Willetts was North Florida's first nominee and finalist for the Jefferson Scholarship at the University of Virginia. She was one of 100 selected from a national nominee pool of 950,
and will attend UVA in the fall to study pre-med/bio medical engineering.
1992 Meg Givens married Justin Ricketts on April 4, 2009. Meg graduated from Florida State University and following their trip to Hawaii, the couple now resides in Atlanta.
1994 Elizabeth Stovall married Grant Momberg on April 25, 2009. Elizabeth graduated from Auburn University and is employed by Physicians Advantage as a coordinator. Following their trip to Hawaii, the couple lives in Jacksonville. Katherine Stovall, ‘97, was the maid of honor.
1991 Mary Katherine Wingard married Nathanial Alden Shermon on May 30, 2009. She graduated from Episcopal High School, cum laude from Vanderbilt University and from Fordham Law School. She is employed as a lawyer. The couple lives in New York.
2003
Alumni of St. Mark’s Class of 2003, before Episcopal High School Prom, from left to right: Vincent Pulignano, Katharine Buckingham, Mary Shaffer Willetts, Emily Macon, Katherine Trigg, Ellen Catlin, Patrick Kane, Anne Clements, Katherine Jones, Libby Simmons, Brent Fickling.
Danielle Risley was named to the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association's 2008-09 All-America Diving
team, on June 15. The All-America Diving team is comprised of the top 260 divers, 130 boys and 130 girls, representing the top 1% of all high school divers in the United States who compete in interscholastic competition.
2005
Alex Demont, a senior at St. Johns Country Day School received consecutive academic honors, Summa Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude, for the first two quarters.
Meredith Mahoney received awards at Episcopal High School for excellence in Business Math, Excellence in Desktop Publishing, and Senior Dancer of the Year.
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The Bolles School - Middle First Honors, Quarter 3 Brooke Robertson Michael Pentaleri The Bolles School - Middle Second Honors, Quarter 3 Bender Middlekauff Hunter Walker Sarah Bates Abigail Brantley The Bolles School - Upper First Honors, Quarter 3 Barbara Bent Ralston Brooke Willie MacDade Curry Clements William Leeser William Pilcher James MacRae Robert Middlekauff Danielle Risley Tyler Bradley Jo Jo Houston Margaret Howell The Bolles School - Upper Second Honors, Quarter 3 Margaret Conolly Kayla Henrichsen Will Robertson Julia Howell Brandon Bowers Drake Varn The Bolles School Middle - Quarter 4 First Honors Brooke Robertson Michael Pentaleri The Bolles School Middle - Quarter 4 Second Honors Bender Middlekauff Caitlyn Risley Hunter Walker Sarah Bates Brewer Corbin Alex Tyre Craig Walker The Bolles School - Upper First Honors, Quarter 4 Ralston Brooke Kayla Henrichsen Willie MacDade Curry Clements Michal Hyde Elizabeth Morris William Pilcher James MacRae Robert Middlekauff Margaret Howell The Bolles School - Upper Second Honors, Quarter 4 Barbara Bent Margaret Conolly Elizabeth Givens Carlton Middlekauff Will Robertson William Bates Julia Howell Spencer Joel William Leeser John Price Franklin Varn Margaret D’Antignac Danielle Risley Tyler Bradley Jo Jo Houston Virginia Hyde
Hailey Anderson – University of South Carolina Katherine Augustus – Elon University Brandon Bowers – undecided Tyler Bradley – Florida State University Emerson Brundick – Florida Community College at Jacksonville Austin Chalfant – Florida Institute of Technology Ann Clements – Vanderbilt University Kyle Crews-Ott – Florida State University Zachery Daniel - Thomas University Alexandra Demont – University of Alabama Stephen Doiron – FCCJ/University of N. Florida Jared Fickling – University of Alabama Harrison Frazier – Mercer University Elizabeth Gibbs – George Washington University Jeremy Graf – Stetson University Lainey Graham – University of Florida Jared Hurst – Florida State University Chloe Haferkamp – University of West Florida Catherine Hardin – University of South Carolina Honors College Emily Hines – Georgia Southern University Brannon Holman – George Washington University Carolyn Houston – University of Florida Margaret Howell – Duke University Julia Hutchins – James Madison University Virginia Hyde – Florida College Elizabeth Jones – Boston College Patrick Kane – University of South Carolina Cristina Leon – Studying in Columbia, South America Jalen Liphart – undecided Emily Macon – University of Mississippi Meredith Mahoney – Auburn University Mitchell Montgomery – Florida Community College at Jacksonville Amelia Morris – Southeastern University Jessica Mosher – undecided Christine Parham – University of Hawaii Jonas Perry – Georgia Southern University Lauren Peters – Auburn University Nicholas Pulignano – University of Georgia Devin Reid – University of North Florida Kelsey Reinsch – undecided Sydney Richards – FCCJ/UCF Carly Rogers – University of Florida Jacob Schuman – undecided Elizabeth Simmons – Florida State University Greta Skinner – Boston University Marion Smith – University of Florida Madison Taylor – undecided Katharine Trigg - Washington and Lee University William Varn – Davidson College John Wickstrom – Florida State University Mary Shaffer Willetts – University of Virginia
Alumni from the class of 2003 were invited back to St. Mark’s in May for a party to celebrate their high school graduation.
We proudly announce the students in the Class of 2003 will attend the following
universities and colleges:
Congratulations to Alumni on the State Finalist Bolles Softball Team JoJo Houston Maddie Schroeder Abigail Brantley Sarah Bates
Episcopal Middle School Awards Day Thomas Chafin, Duke TIP Megan Dempsey, Quinn Pattillo, and Cam Whelan Fitness 7, Cert. of Excellence Sarah Irving, English 7 and World Geography, Cert. of Excellence Ben Egan, English 8, Cert. of Excellence Paul Egan, Theatre 8, Cert. of Excellence, and State Science Fair Ivey Gordon, Pre-Algebra B, Cert. of Excellence Phoebe Stephens, American History 1877, Cert. of Excellence, and Kay Zambetti Christian Service Award. Emily Risdon, Celeste Hampton Distinguished Character Award for Middle School Softball Bolles Middle School Awards Brewer Corbin, 8th Grade P.E. Craig Walker, James D. Ball Sportsmanship Award CORRECTION: James MacRae and Robert Middlekauff were inducted into the National Honor Society at The Bolles School spring 2009.
Emily Risdon Jack Stephens Tanner Wallace Maddie Barker Paul Egan Cole Graham David Harris Alexandra Royce Emily Sirbaugh
Ben Egan Phoebe Stephens Tanner Thornton
Tanner Wallace Ben Egan Tanner Thornton
Jack Stephens Quillan Anderson Maddie Barker Paul Egan Ivey Gordon Cole Graham David Harris Alexandra Royce Emily Sirbaugh Phoebe Stephens
Elizabeth Jones Nick Pulignano Elizabeth Simmons Marion Smith Katharine Trigg John Wikstrom Mary Shaffer Willetts
Episcopal Middle School Head of School, Quarter 3 Sarah Irving Emily Leeser Lindsay Libera Episcopal Middle School Honor Roll, Quarter 3 Susannah Anderson Hayden Brose Thomas Chafin Ross Clements Megan Dempsey Genevieve Henderson Catherine Lee Jack McGee Quinn Pattillo Episcopal Middle School Head of School, Quarter 4 Ross Clements Sarah Irving Emily Leeser Lindsay Libera Episcopal Middle School Honor Roll, Quarter 4 Susannah Anderson Hayden Brose Jake Cantin Thomas Chafin Megan Dempsey Alex Erickson Catherine Lee Jack McGee Quinn Pattillo Lucy Paul Emily Risdon Episcopal High School Head of School, Qtr. 3 Caitlin Dempsey Emily Smithwick Katherine Ladd Chandler Bennett Ann Clements Elizabeth Gibbs Catherine Hardin Episcopal High School Honor Roll, Qtr. 3 Brooks Dame Darby Dame Maddie Dunkle Paige Hulsey Katherine Jones Mary Dudley Lee James Plyler Christopher Buckingham Claire Skinner Katherine Williams Mac Anderson Charlie Berg Prescott Braude Andrew Chafin Alex Crotzer Episcopal High School Head of School, Qtr. 4 Caitlin Dempsey Emily Smithwick Chandler Bennett Ann Clements Elizabeth Gibbs Helen Graham Catherine Hardin Episcopal High School Quarter 4 - Honor Roll Brooks Dame Darby Dame Maddie Dunkle Paige Hulsey Katherine Jones James Plyler Christopher Buckingham Katherine Ladd Claire Skinner Katherine Williams Mac Anderson Charlie Berg Prescott Braude Andrew Chafin Alex Crotzer
Jennifer Ferry Jessie Drew Hawkins Peter Martens Anne Morgan Caroline Plyler Deanna Thornton Hailey Anderson Brent Fickling Helen Graham Jared Hurst Brian Kane Emily Macon Christine Parham Lauren Peters
Elizabeth Jones Emily Macon Christine Parham Marion Smith Katharine Trigg John Wikstrom Mary Shaffer Willetts
Jennifer Ferry Peter Martens Anne Morgan Caroline Plyler Deanna Thornton Hailey Anderson Brent Fickling Mary Hulsey Jared Hurst Patrick Kane Meredith Mahoney Lauren Peters Nick Pulignano Elizabeth Simmons
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Nancy Bennett Director of Technology
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