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The Steward School inducts new Athletic Hall of Fame members

Richmond, VA (Jan. 15, 2016) – The Steward School, an independent JK-12 school in Henrico County, yesterday inducted five new members to its Athletic Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognizes members of the Steward community who have proven exceptionally influential in athletics. They also serve as role models for current and future Steward student-athletes.

“The five distinguished honorees are not only talented athletes,” said Dan Frank, head of school. “They are commended for their hard work, their character, their spirit, and the example they set for today’s Steward Spartan athletes. During their time here as both students and coaches, these leaders helped build the foundation for Steward’s outstanding athletic program.”

This year’s group of five inductees includes:

Ian M. Coddington—Mr. Coddington spent 26 years at Steward, and was dean of Upper School students, a teacher, soccer and track coach, and advisor. He is also the founder of Steward’s Honor Council. An outdoor enthusiast, he designed and built a low and high ropes course that was an integral part of Steward’s athletic curriculum for many years. He is also well known in Richmond for leading Eagle Scout Troop 444 for more than 50 years.

J. Michael Edwards—Mr. Edwards is a 2003 Steward alumnus who returned to the school to coach for several seasons. While a student here, he was an award-winning captain of the state- championship basketball team. He was equally successful as a coach; his JV basketball team enjoyed an undefeated season. He went on to direct the Intramural program at Hampden-Sydney College, where he is also an assistant basketball coach.

Jennifer J. Keller—Ms. Keller, class of 1988, was the first Steward basketball player to score 1,000 points and was honored with 20 varsity letters, the most in Steward’s history. Ms. Keller was also a member of the Junior Olympic basketball team. In addition to her basketball accomplishments, she was part of the 1985 championship team, and played softball, , and track and field. She won many All-LIS (League of Independent Schools) and team honors. Ms. Keller joined the Peace Corps after college graduation, and now works at North Carolina State University researching the critical topic of the declining population of honey bees.

Donald E. Steeber—Mr. Steeber was instrumental in the development of The Steward School, especially its athletic program, including starting its field hockey program. He was an athletic director, teacher, soccer and coach, and director of facilities. Mr. Steeber was known for his ability to make anything, including the school’s first field hockey kilts and the athletic center bleachers. Mr. Steeber later founded the successful Steeber & Father Co. construction firm with his son, and is also a member of Steward’s Board of Trustees.

Susan Cramer Twining—Mrs. Twining, class of 1984, was captain of the team that won Steward’s first- ever LIS championship: the 1982 field hockey team. She was honored with the Steward Coaches Award and also named MVP for basketball (captain), field hockey, and tennis. She was selected for several All-

LIS teams during her time at Steward. She is the daughter of Paul Cramer, former head of school at Steward, and currently serves on the school’s Board of Trustees.

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The Steward School is an independent coeducational, nonsectarian day school for 600 students in JK-12 and is located in western Henrico County. Since its establishment in 1972, the school’s mission has been to prepare students for college and for life in a community defined by robust academics, inspiration, engagement, and care.