2014 EDITION Message from the Board of Editor

Brentonian2014 EDITION Message from the Board of Editor

Governors While I’ve only been at the School for a little more than a year, as Editor of the Brentonian EXECUTIVE I have the privilege of getting a special glimpse CHAIR Bruce Carlson (’64), parent of into both the current school and the vibrant Joanna & Vanessa (’92), Jessie (’95) & alumni community. We have tried to convey Nancy (’98) the energy and culture of the school and the VICE CHAIR Blair Horn (’79) Brentwood family at large within these pages. TREASURER Dan Jarvis, parent of Betsy (’09) Features include a look at how the school Art Crooks, parent of Hew (’86), Claire campus has changed over the last 50 years (’91) & Morgan (’94) under the direction of our four modern Heads of School, Chairman Ross McDonald, parent of of the Board, Bruce Carlson examines his 50-year relationship with Hannah (’00) the School and Head of School Bud Patel provides an update on the C.C. (Kip) Woodward (’74), parent of Strategic Plan. David (’99) & Justin (’01) Diane Zell, parent of Graham (’06) & This year we reflect on the passing of one of the pillars of the School’s Allison (’08) faculty, Jim Burrows. Jim’s influence on his charges, and the School over 40 years was significant and the relationships he fostered many. We BOARD MEMBERS have included some of the multitude of memories and comments we Andrea C. (McDonald) Flaa (’75) received but know these simply scratch the surface of the outpouring of Brock Harris (’93) support and gratitude both the School and Jim’s family received. Bruce Homer (’69) Andrew Housser (’91) Throughout the magazine you’ll find Blog and Web Alerts David W. Mackenzie (’69), parent of accompanied by QR codes. In an effort to deliver content Henry (’02) posted to our website we encourage you to scan the Dale Martin (’78) code with your smart phone. Apps for QR codes are free and can be Dr. Graeme McCauley, parent of downloaded for IOS and Android devices. Scott (’98) My hope is that as you turn these pages you will have a sense of how John A. McNeill (’82), parent of Hanna (’17) the school is rooted in a rich past but constantly reaching for the future. Ward Phillips, grandfather of Thanks to all who contributed to the magazine this year. I hope Kaitlin (’07) you enjoy it. Karen (Middleton) Pirie (’81) Ian McPherson Samara Walbohm (’89) Director of Communications and Marketing HEAD OF SCHOOL & CEO

Bud Patel, parent of Mitali (’16) & EDITING & PRODUCTION: Ian McPherson Antara (’18) DESIGN & LAYOUT: Marny Beaton DIRECTOR OF FINANCE PHOTOGRAPHY: Paul Fletcher, Jim Ganley, Mike Minckler, and students, David Burton (’93) staff, faculty and parents who have submitted photos. Thank you!

On the cover: Caitlin Wardrop ’16 Index

3 Message from the Head of School 40 Farewell HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR STRATEGIC PLAN TONY CROSSLEY and ROB MacLEAN

10 50 Years a Graduate 42 In Memory of Jim Burrows THOUGHTS FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD 1941- 2014

12 Reflections of a Past Head Prefect 47 Celebrating Philanthropy ADAM PEKARSKY, PRIVETT ’88

13 Message from the Current Head Prefect 68 Alumni Update TYLER PICKFORD, ROGERS ’15 69 ALUMNI EVENT CALENDAR 70 ALUMNI EVENTS 2013-2014 31 Building a Better Experience THE BRENTWOOD CAMPUS IS 86 MAILBAG DESIGNED TO INSPIRE 96 ALUMNI PROFILES 106 50th REUNION

DEPARTMENTS

Admissions Highlights...... 15 SAC / BEAT / SPARC...... 44 Academic Highlights...... 17 Presenting the Class of 2014...... 63 University Counselling...... 19 Welcome New Faculty...... 66 Athletics Highlights...... 21 Salvete / Valete...... 108 Arts Highlights...... 27 What’s Happening 2014 /2015...... Inside Back Cover Board of Governors...... 38

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Message from the Head of School Bud Patel

As the sun rises over Mount Baker and a fleet of rowers Enhanced residential life curriculum that includes a focus on train in the foreground, I reflect on the remarkable mental health, service initiatives, leadership opportunities, progress over the past two years. The guiding beacon of weekend programming, and family feel will take our school this advancement is our strategic plan: Setting the Standard. to the next level of student experience. A year-long collaborative and inclusive process galvanized our school along a global path of success. Our three goals Strategic Priority and nine strategic priorities provide important touchstones We must be a for decision-making. Below are highlights of our progress. leading-edge place of learning

The minefield of 21st Century learning is littered with “flavour of the day” initiatives that have fallen short of their mark. GOAL Innovation At the same time, traditional teaching methodologies are

Strategic Priority being challenged by disruptive technology and personalized We must provide a world-class learning. At Brentwood, we believe balance and variety boarding school experience of teaching and learning strategies are the best ways to navigate through this time of transition. Overuse of any form We have recommitted our focus on being a boarding of teaching can become counter-productive. As mentioned school – not a school with boarding. In researching the at our June 2014 Closing Day festivities… world’s leading schools, it was clear that having a strong and n We provide collaborative opportunities and individual relevant population of boarders is a key metric to capture. We reflective time. conducted an internal audit of our boarding programme and quickly realized that unprecedented demand for Brentwood, n We provide access to on-line resources, like Moodle, and coupled with limited space, was unsustainable. The Board value the tactile nature of books. approved a plan to address this challenge. The focus was n We have projects and exams. to rebalance the school population and increase staffing n We provide personalized attention within a culture of ratios. With the leadership of twelve families, a new girls’ shared values. residence (story, page 37) is emerging that will house the Hope House students and allow Roger’s House to return We are fortunate to have a faculty who embrace this to a full boys’ residence. The population in the other six pedagogical approach. The core of all learning comes houses will be reduced and an additional staff suite will through relationships and, here, Brentwood leads the be added. The final result will be eight houses of 46-54 pack. Our students are constantly referring to engaged, boarding students, three resident staff, and enhanced day passionate, and committed teachers who truly care for them. student space, thus impacting every Brentwood student. Recent teaching and learning initiatives include:

Paralleling our capital refurbishments, there is the great n A renewed focus on professional development for both work being done inside our houses and around campus. individual faculty/staff and the wider school

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 3 n Exemplars of leading-edge teaching and learning a platform for students to explore real world diplomacy. n Seamless IT integration For the first time in our history, 20 students and three staff went to Peru on an international service trip of a lifetime. n Cross-curricular initiatives where departments collaborate As a West Coast Canadian school, we believe that we are on learning projects optimally positioned to act as a learning hub for the world. n Project based learning such as the Chemistry 12 AP class designing, sourcing, and building a self–sustaining Strategic Priority greenhouse that includes pumps, filters, and gold fish We must enhance our n We are building a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, unique tripartite programme

Art, Math) experience with robotics and creative science While other schools have comparable academic, art, and n We have developed a student led Academic Council athletic programmes, no one marries them as seamlessly that provides feedback to David McCarthy and our as we do. The morning academic slot followed by either an department heads afternoon of arts or athletics is truly unique. Ensuring this symphony rings true is a challenge given time and space. Finally, we are proud to have hosted the first ever Brentwood Over the last 13 years, we have significantly enhanced the TEDx on October 17th, 2014. The theme was Switch On: Academic and Arts learning spaces and our attention is Transformation and the guest speakers included Old beginning to turn to Athletic facilities. Brentonians Brent Barootes (’79), Andrew Higginson (’03), Daniel Riley (’04), and Michelle MacLaren (’82). This We are fortunate to have three flexible and student-centred initiative further continues our goal to develop Brentwood progamme directors – David McCarthy, Academics, Edna as a global centre for innovative learning. Widenmaier, Arts, and Blake Gage, Athletics – who are constantly collaborating to make the best decision for each Strategic Priority student. Their philosophy statement says it all… We must have an “Our tripartite philosophy at Brentwood mirrors what open and global mindset is known about the way we learn and the three major With 32 countries represented among this year’s student domains of learning that have been described as cognitive, body, we truly are, as Clayton Johnston, Director of affective and psychomotor. A programme that infuses a Admissions, describes us “where the world comes to school.” ‘whole person’ approach into learning a sport, developing It does, however, go further than mere demographics. an art or studying an academic discipline is one that We have created external learning partnerships with the strengthens the will and ability of a young person to grow University of Victoria and Vancouver Island University. into a life-long learner. The transferable skills of critical and Our Heads of Department are infusing international text analytical thinking belong as much on the sports field, and perspectives into the curricula. A burgeoning Model the stage and the art studio as they do in the classroom. United Nations (MUN) programme is flourishing, providing The concepts of teamwork and creativity are often more

Because of our Our strategy is to keep Net Assets magazine hails teachers’ dedication, our tuition accessible to our campus as one of the we are very much a as many worthy candidates finest in North America relational-centred school as possible

4 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 easily recognized, cultivated and celebrated in sports and LEED-certified building and the latest edition of the Net arts though they are vital aspirational elements of 21st Assets magazine hails our campus as one of the finest in Century learning. Maintaining the unique delivery model of North America. The intoxicating combination of nature and our tripartite programme enables every student to access design instills a pride in all who study, work and live here. a set of learning opportunities that is highly personalized. Simultaneously, we strive to bring these learning modes Strategic Priority together whenever possible in order to harness the synergy We must be an and highlight the transformative nature of the experiences even greater place to work they bring.” While facilities help Well said! raise the bar, it is set by a dedicated staff. Brentwood is We are carefully tracking GOAL Sustainability not a place to work our long-term finances but a lifestyle choice. to find the optimal place Strategic Priority Old Brentonians between delivering We must build a around the world superb programming financially sustainable model laud our teachers and avoiding While perhaps not the most educationally inspiring topic, and staff for the frivolous spending. according to Boarding School Review, one of the six traits kind, personalized of best in class schools is financial stability/sustainability. attention they Since our inception in 1923, Brentwood has always been received whilst at mindful of its fiduciary responsibility and I am pleased to school. Where else would you find educators willing to put report that the present day Governors and management in seven days a week of care and passion? Because of their share this vision. We are carefully tracking our long-term dedication, we are very much a relational-centred school. finances to find the optimal place between delivering superb To maintain this significant advantage, we must constantly programming and avoiding frivolous spending. The long improve our human resource management through strong term strategy is to keep our tuition accessible to as many compensation and growth plans. Our hiring process is worthy candidates as possible without compromising the thorough, transparent, and inclusive. Brentwood experience.

Strategic Priority GOAL Engagement We must be a model school for operational and environmental sustainability Strategic Priority We must have a Our pristine 77-acre oceanfront campus is home to fully engaged Brentwood family eagles, seals, and orcas – what more can a school ask for? Becoming stewards of this magical space is essential. We Whether an Old Brentonian or current parent, all members have developed a long term (25 year) capital maintenance of the Brentwood family look to be engaged. Communication plan that takes into account every square foot of space. Over is the cornerstone of this strategy and, as you have the last 12 years, we have built facilities that are operationally undoubtedly seen with the advent of our e-newsletters efficient and environmentally friendly. In fact, we have a (The Torch and e-Brentonian) and new website that now

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 5 includes portals for parents and Old Brentonians, we are community-wide philanthropic effort. A number of families sharing our story to a wider audience. Internally, we have have shown incredible leadership and confidence in the sought input from a student marketing committee and Brentwood experience and we are most grateful for their created seamless communication pathways for our staff. generosity. The extensive building which has taken place Old Brentonian events are permanent fixtures in many since 2002 has transformed the campus. Furthermore, one cities and we are beginning to phase in networking events in five current students could not attend our school were to connect younger and older alum. Parent volunteerism it not for our financial aid programme and ever-increasing is also on the rise as are parent social gatherings. At any Foundation that presently sits at $10.6M. Participation and event around the world, the same fondness for the school total dollars raised are on the ascent with the ultimate goal exists and we are fortunate to have such a passionate and of full participation in the spirit of “paying it forward.” committed Brentwood family. As you can see, Brentwood has a clear direction and plan Strategic Priority to ultimately achieve our vision of “setting the standard We must create a culture of philanthropy globally for inspirational and transformative learning.” After Underpinning all of our school initiatives is our need for a strong first 250 meters, we look forward to guiding our first class resources. While fee revenue can cover most shell along the path of international success with the wind of our programme needs, world class facilities require a at our back and the sun on our face.

VISION Brentwood will set the standard globally for inspirational and transformative learning. MISSION The Brentwood family opens minds and hearts for life.

VALUES De Manu in Manum. Grit and Joy

Bud Patel Head of School

6 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Meet the Old Brentonian Executive Stephanie Young, Associate Director of Advancement

The Old Brentonian Executive serves as Brentwood’s lead alumni volunteers. The ‘OBE’ represents different eras, industries, and interests, but members share the common goal of strengthening the network of Brentwood Alumni across the globe. The OBE works with the school to support alumni events, initiatives, and 100% communications, and seeks to provide meaningful opportunities to connect of the OB Executive Old Brentonians around the world. Get to know the OBE in the mini-profiles supported Brentwood throughout this edition of the Brentonian. in the 2013-2014 year with a donation

OLD BRENTONIAN EXECUTIVE 2014 - 2015 EveryGiftCounts. Michael Brown (Ellis, 2002) Mark Collinson (Ellis, 2000) Joey (Snyder) Dahlstrom (Alexandra, 1991) Rob Dixon (Ellis, 1994) Bruce Foreman (Ellis, 1984) Ryan Gallagher (Rogers, 2003) Grant Gillies (Rogers, 1981) Andrew Higginson (Whittall, 2003) Caroline Kenning (Alexandra, 2003) Kelly (Marsh) Nielsen (Hilton, 1976) Jessica (Purdy) Rozitis (Alexandra, 1988) Dugald Smith (Rogers, 1985) Tammie (Morrison) Toriglia (Alexandra, 1979) Maya Villanueva (Alexandra, 2007) Chris Van Vliet (Rogers, 1981) Marisol Van Vliet (Mackenzie, 2005) Jennifer Wheeler (Mackenzie, 2000)

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 7 Thank You to Our Volunteers! What a fantastic response to our request for parent volunteers this year. Many thanks to all who gave their time, talent and expertise to contribute to the student experience this year. We are grateful to have you in our Brentwood family!

Parent volunteers who were able to attend the Volunteer Appreciation Tea at the residence of the Head of School.

Nadia Agopyan Steve DeNure Claire Lichtenfels Susan Quackenbush Ron Anderson Ronnie Doman Kevin Love Michele Redfern Rick Anderson Jim Else Anne Love Pam Richmond Inga Anderson Susan Else Brian Martin Doug Ridenour Kanne Arbour-Boehme Chris Ford Liz Martin Tamara Roberts Ronnie Auton Rebecca Ford Jim Marvel Shannon Bailey Steve Frisch Monica Maya Fainula Rodriguez David Bassett Marty Giles Jane McDougall Leslie Scragg Carolyn Bassett Colleen Griffith David McDougall Naz Sicherman Mireille Bedard Bonnie Griffiths Lorri McPhee Edward Stanford Peter Bontkes Andres Guadarrama David Michaels Eliza Stanford Nelson Borch Carmel Haley Joann Michaels Heather Stephenson Kelly Bradley Karen Handford Rebecka Milne Ingrid Stevens Jenny Broere Judith Harder Dr. Peter Miu Jim Broere Elizabeth Hardy Feloza Mohamedali Dori Switala Sandra Browne Darlene Hixon Stephanie Mulvey Clare Veuger Rae Ann Charalambous David Hollands Karen Murkowski Letitia Vogel Doyle Childs Rosie Hourigan Rachel Napier Bruce Vogel Brenda Colby Hal Jackson Michele Novecosky Peter Watts Richard Cotton Marie Jerome Catherine O’Brien-Bell Trisha Webster Heather Crandall Linda Kirsch Wendy Patel Gordon White Shelley Crawford Laurel Laturnus Don Peterson Tim Davies Gabby Leone Blair Pigeon Theresa Williams Catharina de Beer Jennifer Leslie Mairi Pigeon Doug Wismer Ali DeNure Dan Lethin Carol Prantner Yolan Zhang

We have tried to capture all the names of our many parent helpers. If we missed your name, please accept our sincere apologies, and our heartfelt thanks for your time.

8 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Grade 8 Programme Wendy Patel, Programme Coodinator

We are pleased and excited that our Grade 8 Day Student The energy the students bring to campus has been a Programme is up and running. What began as an idea back wonderful addition to our culture and the programme in the fall of 2013 has turned into 26 young people sharing design has meant their specific learning needs are met the magic of the Brentwood experience. while they integrate into the broader school community.

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Get to Know the OBE | Joey (Snyder) Dahlstrom (Alex ’91) CURRENT CITY Duncan, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Self-employed / Dentist / Private practice FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY AND/OR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD COURSE / ART / SPORT? Field hockey trip to Bermuda, 1991. WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? Part of a family with members all over the world! WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Make the most of everything Brentwood has to offer as the opportunity to pursue sport and arts alongside academics at the level offered at Brentwood will never happen again! WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST PERSONAL CHALLENGE FROM YOUR FIRST DAY AT BRENTWOOD, TO YOUR GRADUATION DAY? Being able to speak confidently with strangers – no longer the shy grade 10er. WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? A payback for the learning I experienced at the school as well as an investment in the future students.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 9 50 Years a Graduate Bruce Carlson, Chairman, Board of Governors

Having graduated from to one that was more progressive, creative and vibrant. Brentwood 50 years ago, I Technology, too, has transformed learning today, just as the find myself thinking about printing press did to the world over 500 years ago. In the space the remarkable changes of little more than a decade, all that a teacher has to tell and that have occurred at the infinitely more, is available to everyone every minute with School over that time. the click of a few buttons on a laptop. If education is merely My relationship with an intellectual journey, and all that needs to be learned can Brentwood has gone be acquired through an electronic screen, then perhaps, the from student in 1964, to internet has doomed the role of the teacher. Fortunately, a the role of Brentwood Brentwood education has always been about more than parent, and finally, my just the classroom and the imparting of knowledge, and that current role as Governor. hasn’t changed. In that time, the campus has literally been transformed from a few rambling old wooden structures that were the In the early 1960’s David Mackenzie, Gil Bunch, Bill Ross, Queen Alexandra Solarium to a spectacular and beautiful and Ivor Ford set the emotional character of Brentwood. Two, educational institution. Alexandra House, the old classroom Mackenzie and Ross, were also Heads of School but these block (previously Privett House) and the old gymnasium were just their day jobs. Over the next decade they were (now a storage facility) are all that remain from those days. joined by a group of exceptional teachers who were, without Stereotypical images of ivy covered brick and stone buildings, question, superb in their respective teaching disciplines. It chapels, tree lined walkways, and students in school uniforms was, however, also about what each of them, in their own way, did before class, after class, in the halls, on the playing sitting upright listening to austere teachers that used to fields and on the weekends that made all the difference. commonly represent independent school education have changed too. Gone are the days of “sage on the stage” style They thought about us, planned for us, talked about us, talked pedagogy. The teachers’ role now incorporates creating an with us, listened to us, disciplined us, and at times, I’m sure, environment for learning, where engagement, discussion, agonized over us. In short, they cared. The mathematical inquiry, and interaction are key methodologies used to help equations, historical stories, and dangling participles were students acquire knowledge and skills in preparation for life interesting and useful but the greatest value was that they beyond the gates. Change may be constant and, in our case, cared enough to provide insight on parts of our young change has been transformational but it has always been developing selves that we hadn’t become aware of yet. They anchored by character. were able to see what we could become and took the time to nudge us in that direction. This is the part of Brentwood In 1973, a giant step was taken as Brentwood was the first that hasn’t changed. independent boarding school in Canada to go co-educational, a bold and challenging move that transformed the culture of A successful school is much more than bricks and mortar. the school from the traditional British approach to education This tradition of creating deep and meaningful relationships

10 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 with students is still at the core of a Brentwood education. In an educational A strong healthy relationship between teacher and student community, it is tends to reproduce itself in other relationships, such as perhaps provocative A strong healthy between student and student, student and staff, and student to say that emotion relationship between and community. precedes thought, teacher and student but a feeling can During the formative years when young people are at their tends to reproduce itself anchor a fact and most sensitive and impressionable, an environment of strong in other relationships, give it meaning. A and healthy relationships creates the most fertile soil for such as between student learning and personal growth. This is one of Brentwood’s most fact with meaning and student, student and important contributions and the School uses its programmes becomes knowledge. staff,and student and in the academics, the arts, the athletics and residential life to Knowledge with community. build these connections. Despite what we might say at our experience be– most fulsome, we all want to know that someone cares about comes wisdom. us. We want to know we matter. It makes us feel better, we With the world resorting more and more to screens for learn better, we perform better, and we become better. We its information and stimulation, we need Brentwood staff- appreciate this feeling all our lives but we need it like sunlight student relationships today more than ever. If you want to in our youth. In the end we have to live with this person we see emotional character in action at an institutional level, call “ourself” for our whole life. Finding out who we are, and and what it can do for the development of young people, I growing the self confidence to put it to productive and fulfilling encourage you to visit the school and observe it in action use is the most important knowledge of all. every day.

Get to Know the OBE | Andrew Higginson (Whittall ’03) Mill Bay, BC

CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Principal, Higginson Consulting Ltd.; Structural and Civil Engineering

FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY AND/OR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD COURSE/ART/SPORT? Whittall House comraderie and regatta roadtrips.

WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL IN THE BRENTWOOD CAFETERIA? Turkey schnitzel Wednesdays

DESCRIBE YOUR BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Life changing, friendships, global network

IF YOU COULD GO BACK AND GIVE YOURSELF ONE PIECE OF ADVICE AT YOUR BRENTWOOD GRADUATION, WHAT WOULD IT BE? There aren’t any Brentonian strangers, only friends you haven’t met yet.

WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT BRENTWOOD’S FUTURE? Watching the next generation of leaders find their strengths and excel above the rest!

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 11 Reflections of a Past Head Prefect Adam Pekarsky, Privett ’88

Current employer / position / industry Founding Partner, Pekarsky Stein – Executive Search Firm, Calgary

What was your favourite aspect of being Head Prefect? Keep in mind this was long before the Harry Potter series which has portrayed various Head Boys (notably Percy Weasley) as not much more than bossy know-it-alls ingratiating themselves to faculty and revelling in the glow of the powers (not magical but authoritarian) bestowed upon them. Back then being Head Prefect was generally viewed as a positive thing and a position of some repute. In my case, my favourite aspect was probably the privileged access it gave me to Gil Bunch’s office. I could pop in virtually any time under the guise of needing to discuss important school business when all I really wanted to do was spend time with a man who, to this day, is the greatest teacher I ever had. It’s worth noting that Albus Dumbledore himself was Head Boy at Hogwarts and, every time I read the books to my kids or see the movies, I see Gil Bunch in Albus Dumbledore. I’ll resist the urge to say which of my Brentwood teachers reminds me of Severus Snape.

What were the challenges you encountered as Head Prefect? The biggest challenge was the fact that, in addition to being asked by Mr. Ross and Mr. Bunch to be the Head Prefect, a week later I was elected Grad Class President by my peers. These two roles are inherently contradictory and at times in direct conflict with one another. On the one hand you are tasked with representing the faculty to the student body and on the other you are the representative of the student body to the faculty. It was a balancing act between not appearing in the eyes of the students as a mole for the teachers and not appearing in the eyes of the teachers as the Shop Steward for the students.

What advice would you give to our incoming Head Prefect, Tyler Pickford? The key is to never lose the respect of your peers. Though the role requires great responsibility at an early stage in life – I recall having to sit in the Head Master’s office while he sent my friend and fellow grade 12 student and Privett housemate home for two weeks for bad behaviour and feeling incredibly uncomfortable with the whole thing – your Brentwood friendships will last a lifetime and the people you graduate with will become clients, spouses, colleagues, employers and more. Don’t lose sight of the fact that those lifelong connections are more important than impressing the faculty over the course of 10 months as a 17 year old. And hand in hand with that is to never put yourself in situations that would force you to compromise those loyalties.

Any other thoughts, stories or reflections from your time as a student at Brentwood, as Head Prefect, and feedback on the school today. As for my time as Head Prefect, well, it all gets back to Mr. Bunch. He met with me in January of my grade 10 year, my first at the school. I was shy, quite unhappy, not particularly engaged and a bit adrift. I sat in his office chair, which was several inches lower than a normal chair, no doubt by design, and he explained to me that I would be the Head Prefect one day. I could see no plausible way in which this could come about, yet, either a product of a self-fulfilled prophecy or, perhaps because the fix was in, that’s precisely what happened. I choose to believe it was not rigged and that I earned it on the merits and, without waxing overly nostalgic, becoming the Head Prefect was a life changing moment for me, not because of what I did in the role but because of what the role did for me. It instilled a self-belief and a confidence and a quality of leadership that stays with me to this day.

12 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Message from the Current Head Prefect Tyler Pickford, Rogers ’15

What was your reaction to being named Head Prefect? Leading up to closing ceremonies, I was inevitably nervous; the anticipation certainly builds up. My reaction to being named Head Prefect was one of relief and appreciation, the kind of appreciation that fuels you to give something your all.

What do you see as your primary mandate as Head Prefect? To serve as a friend and representative to the students of Brentwood. Strengthening the school community and growing a culture of purpose and family is an important part of my service. As Head Prefect, with the help of my friends on the Student Executive Committee (SEC), I strive to set an example that inspires others to go out of their way to look out for one another.

What do you hope to accomplish this year personally and as Head Prefect? I want to give back to the school that has given so much to me. I will work every day to improve in all areas of my life and will to do everything I can to improve the Brentwood experience for my peers. I want our year to be remembered as one where the leaders of the school looked out for all members of the Brentwood family.

What challenges do you expect to encounter in this role? Nothing worth doing comes without its challenges. There will be tough days, temptation, obstacles and outright difficulty but it is how one responds to the challenges that define who they are as a leader. I look forward to the challenges of speaking in front of large groups, being more organised and holding myself accountable to my responsibilities when times are tough. These will all push me to be a better person.

Do you have a favourite quote or saying that you refer to as a mantra? “Fear is just like fire; it can be helpful if you know how to use it. If not you’ll just get burned.”

What type of legacy would you like to leave at the school? I’m not arrogant enough to think that our year will be the one that is remembered fifty years down the road, however, I have confidence that we will still leave a legacy. I want to leave Brentwood stronger than it ever has been by contributing to the openness of the culture through my own daily actions. I have every confidence that by sticking to my values and serving as a role model to younger students, I will be able to leave a legacy that motivates others to realize their potential.

What are your plans once you leave the gates of Brentwood? I don’t have a laundry list of plans for the future. I believe I will discover more about myself in the years to come. I plan to pursue studies in International Business and Economics in either Canada or Europe. There’s a lot out there and I want to see as much of it as I can; my plan once I leave the gates of Brentwood is to live life to the fullest.

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Admissions Highlights Clayton Johnston, Director of Admissions

It’s been another banner year for the School and our share their experiences and to help answer questions about incoming cohort, with 185 new students joining us from the school, and we are most grateful to these wonderful 32 countries around the world. Additionally, we welcome Brentwood ambassadors! 26 students to campus for the new Grade 8 Programme. Finally a word of appreciation to my amazing Admissions Most of our new students come from Canada, but 19% team and everyone that has made this year so successful. have travelled from quite a distance to attend. The first Thanks for your ongoing support! few weeks of school are always exciting times for teachers and students alike as we all get to know each other. As a The end result is a total enrollment for the 2014-2015 boarding school we learn a great deal more about each academic year of 515, including the Grade 8 class. other and ultimately this is what makes the bonds so deep. Friends for life are created. Futures are being determined. New students this year will include:

The Admissions Team logged thousands of kilometres n a field hockey player from Germany and visited over 40 locations from the Canadian north to n a rower from Vancouver Mongolia and Iran! Led by Clayton Johnston (Director), n an actor from Brazil Harold Backer (Admissions Associate), Louise Berry (Senior n a basketball player from Ecuador Admissions Assistant) and Lorraine Walsh (Admissions n an academic from Swaziland Assistant), the team has been the face of the school to n a rugby player from Calgary countless families and hosted campus tour after campus n a guitar player from Cuba tour. n an entrepreneur from Malaysia n a singer from Nigeria We’d like to send a special thanks to the many generous hosts n a dancer from Edmonton who have continued to support Brentwood’s admissions n a tennis player from Vancouver efforts in areas across North America. Alumni and current n an artist from California Brentwood parents also attend our admissions sessions to

Get to Know the OBE | Jennifer Wheeler (Mackenzie ’00) Vancouver, BC EMPLOYMENT Marketing Specialist, Vancouver Art Gallery WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? It offers a unique experience for adolescents to really flourish and believe in themselves, which comes in handy for braving the wild new world ahead. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Every person you encounter on this journey will have something to offer you, but you too will be offering something to them. WHY SHOULD OLD BRENTONIANS CONSIDER ATTENDING AN EVENT AND GETTING INVOLVED WITH THEIR SCHOOL? You would be surprised how much you have in common with other graduates from different times who have also shared the same experiences! WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT BRENTWOOD’S FUTURE? The development of arts education. Creative minds will be in big demand and Arts is so therapeutic both to make and to share.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 15 16 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Academic Highlights David McCarthy, Director of Academics

The 2013-14 year was a year of many firsts. It was, perhaps and brought together students who needed extra help with most notably, the first year of our Strategic Plan with the bold some of the strongest academic students in the school. vision of setting the standard globally for transformative They also managed to organise enrichment events such learning. as guest speakers and the “Eranos symposium,” a panel of teachers expounding on ‘big questions” such as faith, free The highlights were many and spoke to the inventiveness and energy of a gifted teaching faculty. Project-based and will and the universe. In addition, they surveyed students experiential learning opportunities abounded. Many of on new course offerings and provided sessions on study these have become annual fixtures like the English 12 Jane skills that were very helpful, particularly for new students Austen’s Tea party or the “Kid-Lit” connection with a local facing major exams for the first time. elementary school, where Grade 10s create illustrated Some firsts took the form of individual achievements such children’s books. Others were new this year such as the Tin as winning a major essay contest or designing, building and Project which provided students with a creative opportunity programming a machine to copy DNA. For some it was being to delve into the history of World War One by developing part of the first Law 12 class since the days of Steve Wynne. characters through poetry, drama and prose. Memorabilia Debate teacher and science teacher Neil Bryant was the contained in the “tin” they each crafted, brought to life the primary instructor but he also leveraged the services of a individual tragedies that were collectively labeled “casualties” practicing lawyer, Robin Gage, who frequently helped out in this great conflict. Beautifully curated in the Ross atrium, in classes and beyond. The case studies and mock trials as these pieces tell a story that provides a fitting memorial well as the field trips to the Law Courts of Vancouver were to the heroes who we remember in this centenary year. Involving the arts in our educational process will likely be a highlights for the students and teachers alike.

continuing source of inspiration for our students and faculty. In addition to many firsts there were two “lasts”. Namely the

Another first was the formation of a student academic final year of teaching for two veterans of the classroom,Tony council that met weekly to discuss academic issues, Crossley and Rob MacLean. Dedicated and inspirational gathering feedback from the student body and representing to the end, these two colleagues will be sorely missed. students’ academic concerns to the administration. This Educational trends may come and go but the essential group of seniors helped to organize a very effective peer ingredient of the teacher-student relationship remains tutoring programme that ran four times each week in prep constant. Tony and Rob, we salute you!

A new student academic 2013-14 was the first year The Tin Project provided council was formed and meets of our Strategic Plan to set students with an opportunity weekly, representing student the standard globally for to delve into the history of concerns to the administration transformative learning World War One

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 17 18 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 University Counselling Rick Rodrigues, Director of University Counselling

It has become commonplace to open the review of the So where are year that was in University Counselling with the claim these graduates 565 that “this was the most competitive year for university this year? Twenty- admission.” How is it possible that that could continue to two of them are offers of admission be true, year after year? Astonishingly, the reality is that south of the were received the competition for university admission does continue border at schools by the 2013 grads to tighten. Just look to the single digit percentage rates of in 12 different states acceptance at virtually all of the top tier universities in the from Hawaii to Maine. United States, or at a place like University of Waterloo that Six of them are in the saw a 30%+ increase in the number of applications to their United Kingdom, another two engineering programmes this year. Resilience in the face of in France, and one each in the Republic of Ireland and this fierce competition – Grit – the Class of 2014 brought Switzerland. Interestingly, 17 students are taking a Gap it in spades! These graduates truly deserved everything year before beginning their post-secondary studies… an that their hard work and determination has borne. They all-time high number for a Brentwood graduating class. are a group that is energetic, engaging, multi-talented, The remaining students – 86 of them – are attending creative, enigmatic, compassionate, and caring; they also institutions in this fair land, spanning seven provinces know how to work hard! from coast to coast. Their most popular destination is, for the first time, outside of the province of British Columbia: So how did they do, exactly?… Amazingly… The 135 members Queen’s University welcomed 22 of our graduates, not of the Graduating Class of 2014 received 565 offers of counting the two that will attend after their Gap year. Next admission to 138 institutions in 11 different countries, is University of British Columbia with 12, then University including two offers of admission to Stanford University, of Victoria with 10. three offers to Ivy League schools, five offers to direct- entry medical programmes overseas – and 82% of these And what are these graduates studying? As the STEM fields graduates indicated that they received offers to their top are being promoted as fields of growth and opportunity, choice institution. Students and Counsellors should be very, our grads have responded: just over 35% of them are very proud of the remarkable achievements of this class. tackling science and engineering degrees. Four of them

135 17 35% The number of graduates students are taking a Gap 2013 grads seeking science in the 2013 class year… an all-time high or engineering degrees

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 19 10% 11 82% are entering into commerce number of countries accepted into their first & business degrees sending offers choice of university

are commencing their medical degrees directly, while another two are studying nursing. Three of them are entering the field of Child & Youth Care. Surprisingly, yet 50%+ no differently than in recent years, just 10% of them are entering into commerce and business degrees. And beyond Slightly more than half the class the lone students going into aviation, film, theatre, and is going into Liberal Arts – architecture, that leaves slightly better than half the class the humanities and going into the realm of the Liberal Arts – the humanities social sciences and social sciences.

The Class of 2014 is to be congratulated for their remarkable success! On their journey they were supported by so many integral people – family, teachers and mentors, houseparents, advisors and the University Counselling team: Rick Rodrigues, Tim Zenker, our American College Consultant, Kate Coull, Timio Colistro, and Gerri Wiens. Well done everyone!

Get to Know the OBE | Tammie (Morrison) Toriglia (Alexandra ’79)

CURRENT CITY Parksville, BC EMPLOYMENT Pharmacist / Owner of Pharmasave FAVOURITE HOBBIES Entertaining friends and family, skiing and travelling. FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEAL Can’t remember that far back… I did like the chocolate chip cookies at cookie break! BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Life changing, exhausting, lifelong friends WHY I SUPPORT BRENTWOOD I am so grateful that my brother and I had the opportunity to attend Brentwood and that my girls and my nephew could, years later, also experience a Brentwood education. I give back to Brentwood in hopes that all deserving students will be able to experience a Brentwood education.

20 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Athletics HIGHLIGHTS Athletics Highlights Blake Gage, Director of Athletics

While I could run you through every one of our over 20 finals of the Island championships where we only lost by athletic options in some detail, that would be pages of one goal. This was not an isolated incident as many of the information, so what follows are the highlights of our year. I encourage you to visit the Blog and News sections new players improved immensely during the season due of our website for some great student-generated insights to the encouragement and leadership of our captains and into all our sports. senior players. The 2014 team is a young one as many of our athletes graduated; however, the future looks bright as VOLLEYBALL the juniors finished 2nd at their Island Championships after With three Grade 10s playing a prominent role on the losing 1-0 in the final. A delight to coach, the 1st XI will be starting line up, we knew 2013 would be long on potential remembered for their determination, positive attitude, and but short on experience. After finishing in the top 16 at camaraderie; the graduates will be missed. the prestigious UBC Mizuno Classic and winning a bronze medal at the ISA championships, the team followed through SOCCER with a silver medal at the North Island Championships. They needed to finish top two on the Island in order to Boys qualify for the provincial championships but fell just short of this goal when they lost a thrilling semi-final match to a Senior Boys Soccer talented and experienced team from Cedar. The girls are A Captain’s Musings enjoying the 2014 season and looking forward to hosting Since the dawn of time, perfection has been sought after. the AA Provincial Championships in November. Onwards Enter Mr. Horth and Mr. Garvey. Hairless, yet fearless; aging, and upwards, the future looks bright! yet raging. Together, this memorable duo achieved something that had never been achieved FIELD HOCKEY before… Perfection. To quote Captain Sarah H, The 1st XI field hockey team was This perfection was achieved the 1st XI field hockey team “the embodiment of grit and joy.” after sculpting the Brentwood was “the embodiment of grit and joy.” Indeed, this team Indeed, this team worked hard, Senior Boys soccer team in the year of 2013. They were a worked hard, played hard, played hard, and had fun. and had fun. The crew that team of stalwart competitors; arrived in September 2013 a team of heroic proportions; was a diverse group ranging a team of formidable displays of skill. A team of legends. But from experienced players to one brave soul who had never don’t just take my word for it. Listen to the myriad of fans: played before. This same player, after only playing one “I love my children, but that love is nothing compared to month as a goal keeper, stood on her head during the semi- my love of this team.” – Bud Patel

22 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 “If I had a chance to end world poverty, or watch this team BASKETBALL just one more time – I’d watch this team just one more time.” – Damian M Boys “This soccer team stole more than my shoes. They stole The Senior Boys Basketball Team entered the year having my heart.” – Jordan R lost the majority of its 2013 Provincial Silver medallist roster. “I am en route.” – Cristiano Ronaldo Despite the turnover, the team improved tremendously and, In all seriousness, I am so proud to captain a team like this though it took some lumps early, played its best basketball that made its way through tournaments and was able to at the Island Championship, where qualify for the coveted Islands Championship. Thanks for it lost a heart breaking bronze the fantastic season boys. medal game. While we will miss the leadership Love, of a terrific group of The Senior Boys Team Captain Nicholas “Panther” Walker, Whittall ’14 graduating Grade played their best basketball 12s, with a strong at the Island Championships, Girls nucleus returning, where they lost It was a fast and furious season with many ups and some the coaching staff is a heart breaking downs for the Senior Girls Team. The girls suffered only one excited for what lies bronze medal game loss in their league play to a talented Gulf Islands squad ahead. and finished 2nd in their division. After a top 10 finish at the talent-laden Investors Cup tournament in Campbell Girls River, the team traveled to Powell River for the North The Senior Girls Basketball Team had Island Championships. Unfortunately, the injury bug hit one of their better years in recent history. The girls won with a vengeance and, with only 12 healthy bodies, the girls their mid-Island league and, with a solid performance at fought valiantly but were unable to qualify for the Island North Islands, earned a berth at the Island Championship Championships. The team is looking forward to a more Tournament, where they placed 7th. This was a young but successful and healthier 2015 season! hard-nosed team and, with a strong core returning, they are poised to make some real noise in 2014-2015.

RUGBY

Boys There were multiple challenges for the team to overcome in the 2013-2014 season but significant growth was demonstrated and, despite a rash of injuries and fielding a young team, the boys still managed to qualify for provincials where they captured 7th. With a strong young nucleus returning and Shane Thompson moving in to take over as Head of Rugby, the school is excited about the direction of the rugby programme.

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The Brentwood team, led by Captains Carolina Mahecha (Allard ’14) and Jenn Lemon (Alex ’14), had an excellent season and definitely saved their best performances for last. The team qualified for Provincials and won through to play top-ranked Abbotsford in the semi-final. The girls played outstanding rugby and narrowly lost a thrilling game to the eventual BC Champions. Despite the tough loss, the girls bounced back and played a beautiful game to defeat Shawnigan Lake School and capture a well- deserved provincial bronze medal. With the core of this talented team returning, the coaching staff is extremely excited about the prospects of the 2015 season.

TENNIS

The tennis programme is flourishing with over 100 Brentwood students participating in the sport this past year. Brentwood boasts outstanding facilities and as such, hosts most major tournaments on the Island as well as the ISA Tennis Championship. The team played well in early tournament action with both girls’ and boys’ teams capturing bronze at the ISA Championship. At the Islands, the team fell just short of earning a trip to the Provincials. Though a disappointing finish, the team looks good for the 2015 season. A special note of thanks to Robert MacLean who retired last year. He has been a stalwart in the tennis programme and his energy and love of the game will be sorely missed.

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP ROWING RESULTS | ST. CATHARINES 2014 Gold Silver Bronze Junior Men’s Quad Sr. Women’s 8 Sr. Men’s 8+ Sr. Women’s 63kg 8+ Sr. Women’s Quad Jr. Women’s 8+ Jr. Women’s 4+

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The golf team showed significant progress over the course of the year and its performance was markedly better than 2013. The highlight of the year was certainly the team’s play at the Island Championship, where they played some of their best golf of the year and finished 4th. Thanks to some good fortune, the team was awarded the wild card berth to the Provincial Championship. While they did not place highly at provincials, the experience was important for the team and should serve them well for the 2015 season.

ROWING

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26 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Arts HIGHLIGHTS Arts Highlights Edna Widenmaier, Director of Arts

We are so proud of the arts accomplishments of our photographers in Paul Fletcher’s programme experienced students in the studios and on performance stages. Once a commercial venture with Vivid, selling their works at Just again they astonished peers, parents and public with their Jakes in Duncan. creativity and imaginative insights: the artwork initiating Moving our anecdotal camera over to the T. Gil Bunch dialogue and inquiry; the performers raising the bar of Centre for Performing Arts, open the doors and let the excellence in their respective disciplines. music drift out from the Asper Room. All of our musical The studios in the Centre for Art and Humanities thrummed ensembles including Rock Band competed in local and with activity all year long. Potters, sculptors, painters filled provincial festivals to much acclaim. Elizabeth MacIsaac the building every Arts afternoon and whenever possible. took our neophyte Strings Ensemble to the Victoria Festival The first gallery exhibit featured studies in still-life from where, as with our larger groups, they picked up medals. Soleil Mannion’s Drawing and Painting classes (Killy The Jazz Band and Vocal Jazz Ensemble directed by Phil Studio), along with John Luna’s Grade 9 Rotation and Newns competed at the national level at Musicfest , winning 2-D Foundation classes (Audain Studio), who worked from silver and bronze. Several showcase concerts and services examples of Renaissance, Baroque, and Impressionist through the year featured vocalists and instrumentalists paintings incorporating additions from a contemporary from the programmes. Concert for a Summer’s Eve in June perspective. allowed a number of our Grade 12s to sing their farewells from the Killy Stage. Throughout the year, the galleries were transformed for various shows in different mediums. There was always Through January leading up to the end of February opening, something to pause before and contemplate. Students also the set was being constructed on stage for Fiddler on the competed successfully to obtain Dogwood Scholarships Roof, while hours of rehearsal were coming to fruition. for post-secondary studies. In May, parents visited the The annual musical theatre production is a collaboration school to participate in our of talented students and faculty: Phil Newns in the pit, ERT · BL AL OG Arts In Action afternoon, Lorraine Blake at the dance barre and Edna Widenmaier G A The L LO E and wished they could at the helm. For five public performances, the beloved B R City That T · be enrolled in our songs of this traditional show brought kudos to a dedicated · T Never Sleeps B R programmes. company supported by the hard-working technical crew Thursday, February 20, 2014 L E O L David Hunwick captained by Don Armitage.

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28 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 www.brentwood.bc.ca | 29 War and Peace. Hip hop, lyrical, classical, solo to ensemble To end the year, in celebration of outstanding performance, performances graced the Killy stage in both student and attitude and commitment, arts colours were presented faculty choreographed pieces. to students at the Internal Awards Ceremony, along with trophies for superior work. Another banner year!

Arts in Action for Parents

The Brentwood experience provides students the opportunity to pursue sports and arts alongside academics in a daily format which is seldom recreated later in life. Given the unique nature of our tripartite programme, Brentwood is pleased to continue to offer parents the opportunity to try their hands at being a student for an afternoon.

Last year’s “Arts in Action” afternoon was a great success; so in addition to offering pottery, photography, drawing and painting, acting and 3D sculpture, we also added Learn to Row to the list of activities in which parents could participate at the May 2014 special event. The expanded offerings were enthusiastically received, with many parents and grandparents coming to join in, several who have been inspired to continue with arts classes, and many more who wrote to express their wish to participate if they lived closer.

Now a popular fixture in our school calendar, we have plans to further enhance this popular event in 2015. MarkJune 5th on your calendar and look for more details in early 2015. Don’t miss your chance to experience Brentwood! For information, email [email protected].

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31 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 www.brentwood.bc.ca | 31 Since the re-establishment of Brentwood College The 1980s witnessed a renewed focus on campus School on the shores of Mill Bay in 1961, the School’s building, the result of which then Head of School, campus has steadily evolved. The last 50-plus years Bill Ross, saw as “a more fully integrated campus, have seen our infrastructure undergo incredible serving to enhance the sense of community and transformation, with each step elevating our student involvement essential to the Brentwood experience.” and staff experience and positioning Brentwood as a As former Head of School Andrea Pennells eloquently premier destination for secondary learning. wrote in 2010, “The challenge for any design team is The period between 1962 and 1969, under Head of to form educationally purposeful spaces which are School David Mackenzie, saw the backbone of the aesthetically pleasing, functional and sustainable.” campus constructed on the site of the relocated Queen Certainly the development of the south end of the Alexandra Solarium, with numerous academic, athletic campus with the construction of Allard House, Crooks and residential additions. Hall, the T. Gil Bunch Centre for Performing Arts and,

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32 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 most recently, the Centre for Art and Humanities is an infrastructure that enhances our student and staff testament to that approach. experience in this amazing oceanfront setting.” In this, Brentwood is striking the right balance and indeed Current Head, Bud Patel, sees this persistent shifting building a better experience. — Ian McPherson of our campus construct as vital to the School’s growth. “Our ten year Strategic Plan leads the evolution of our school through the creation of a Driven by various Boards of Directors and visionary campus master plan. The building of the Heads of School motivated to build a better new residence, refurbishment of Alex House, and planned upgrades to all other residences are meant experience for each new cohort of students, to further our goal of providing a world class boarding the Brentwood campus is designed to inspire. experience and are indicative of our desire to create

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Mackenzie House Site of the new COMPLETED 1983 girls’ residence REFURBISHED 2013 COMPLETION SEPTEMBER 2015

Alexandra House Restoration T. Gil Bunch COMPLETION DECEMBER 2014 Centre for the Performing Arts COMPLETED SEPTEMBER 2003

Allard House COMPLETED 2006

Art & Mary Jane Crooks Hall Campbell COMPLETED Common and SEPTEMBER 2010 Amphitheatre COMPLETED 2012

34 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Ellis House and Privett House COMPLETED 1969 Rogers House REBUILT 1999

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Whittall House Maeda Health Centre COMPLETED 1965 COMPLETED 2002

William T. Ross Academic Centre COMPLETED 1988

Centre for Art & A bird’s-eye view of the campus Humanities shows the remarkable changes COMPLETED SEPTEMBER 2012 that Brentwood has undergone over the last 40 years.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 35 Alexandra House LUSTRE OF A CAMPUS JEWEL RETURNS Alex House is the oldest building on campus and the only building left from the original Queen Alexandra Solarium that existed on this site. This beloved old house is at the heart of our campus, and has a rich history with many fond memories for countless young women spanning five decades.

Last year a detailed engineering study commissioned to determine the condition of Alexandra House revealed a number of issues and an estimated cost of $1 million in repairs in order to save the House. The restoration included repairing water damage to the building envelope and replacing all the windows, as well as the white stucco. The good news is that work commenced this summer and is almost complete, ensuring Alex House will maintain its place as the campus icon for years to come.

36 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 NEW GIRLS’ RESIDENCE Rising Construction crews having been working hard as the New Girls’ Residence rises from its new home next to Allard House. One of our key priorities as a preeminent boarding school is to provide a world-class boarding school experience. In March 2014, the Board of Directors continued to advance the school’s fulfillment of this priority by approving the construction of a new girls’ residence.

This new residence is designed to relieve the current pressure on many of our residences and enable a number of off-campus boarders to move on campus. Progress is on track for the Hope House girls to move into their new residence, with Rogers House reverting back to its full status, for the 2015-16 school year. This change will leave us with 8 residences of 46-54 students, with 3 boarding faculty living in each residence. In addition, we will have improved day student space in all the houses. As a result, the adult to student ratio will drop from as high as 1:30 to 1:18. This rebalancing of the present population will provide an even greater level of care for our students; in fact, every Brentwood student will benefit from this decision.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 37 Board of Governors Bruce Carlson, Chair, Board of Governors

We are delighted to welcome two Old Brentonians to the shortly after graduating from business school. In addition Board of Governors. At the same time, we extend our to his professional success, Andrew continues to enjoy heartfelt thanks to Dan Little, who recently retired from athletics and arts as an enthusiastic skier, mountain biker the Board, for his dedicated service and commitment to and golfer, and as a classical and jazz pianist. He and his Brentwood. wife Lara are the proud parents of three children, Harry, Sophie and Drew.

Additions Samara Walbohm — Alex ’89

Andrew Housser — Mackenzie ’91 Samara completed her BSc at Brown University before heading to the University of Toronto to complete her MA At Brentwood, Andrew embraced a full range of and PhD in literature. An accomplished rower, from 1994 opportunities from performing as a jazz musician to rowing to 1999 Samara was a member of the Canadian National in the Boys Senior Lightweight VIII, while achieving top Rowing Team, competing at both World Championships academic marks to win the Butchart Trophy (top academic and the Commonwealth Games. Professionally, in 2004, student in the school). He proceeded to Dartmouth she founded Type Books and the WordPlay literacy project. College in Hanover, NH, initially to study economics, but In 2008 Samara created What’s On The Table, a fundraising ultimately majored in engineering and, later, completed event for The Stop Community Food Centre (www.thestop. his MBA at Stanford Graduate School of Business, where org) which has raised over $2 million to date. An avid art he was honoured as an Arjay Miller Scholar (top 10%) in lover, in 2012 she founded ScrapMetal Gallery, a private 2002. Noting rising consumer debt levels and the lack art exhibition space. Samara joins the board from Toronto of adequate credit and debt advocacy services, Andrew where she lives with her husband, Joe Schlesinger, and founded Freedom Financial Network, LLC and Bills.com three young children.

Get to Know the OBE | Maya Villanueva (Alex ’07) CURRENT CITY Comox Valley, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Investors Group / Regional Director EA / Finance DESCRIBE YOUR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Impactful, opportunity, transformative WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Try everything at least once – try everything you never thought you could, or would, or should try. Wake up every day and remind yourself that it is a privilege to be there, and the best way to honour that is to embrace every single opportunity thrown your way. Remember that every challenge is an opportunity in disguise. Seize them all. WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST PERSONAL CHANGE FROM YOUR FIRST DAY AT BRENTWOOD, TO YOUR GRADUATION DAY? I knew who I was, and I was happy, poised and excited by who I had become. The tripartite system gave me the chance to dabble in endeavors I would have never dared to explore otherwise. I excelled at some, I was embarrassingly horrific at others, but I learned along the way that NO ONE was good at everything. Everyone has strengths, and everyone has weaknesses, and Brentwood is a four-year long journey of figuring out what your best, and worst, skills are alongside your best friends.

38 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Departures Prime Minister D.R. (Dan) Little — Father of Kate, Allard ’11 After a four-year tenure, Dan decided this past September Visits Brentwood that it was time for him to resign from the Board. Dan has been a partner with Hayes Stewart Little & Co., Chartered Accountants since 1992 and also controls and manages On Tuesday, January 7, 2014, the Prime many of the audits performed by the firm. Dan joined the Board in 2010 and served as Treasurer, lending Minister of Canada, Stephen Harper, visited his extensive experience in auditing small businesses, Brentwood. This was the first time a sitting government and non-profit organizations to the School. head of state had visited the School. Read He was also instrumental in working through the transition of our Chief Financial Officers, from Clyde Ogilvie to Derek more at the blog detailing the event. Muzyka to David Burton. The School and Board are grateful for his efforts and guidance through these recent changes RT · B ALE LOG and wish him all the best. G A An L LO E B R Official T · · T Visit — Yes, B R Prime Minister L E APOLOGIES AND UPDATES O L Thursday, January 9, 2014

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Get to Know the OBE | Robert Dixon (Ellis ’94) CURRENT CITY Toronto, ON CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Clarus Securities / Partner / Finance WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE TIME OF THE YEAR AT BRENTWOOD, AND WHY? The fall period. 1st XV rugby games versus Shawnigan in the rain are cherished memories. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Be humble, be open minded, respect others’ views and opinions and work hard. ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY? Nick Prowse. An exceptional teacher who taught History and rugby to me in a way that really conveyed his passion for life. Bottom line, as students we knew he cared about what he was teaching. That made us care! Important! WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT BRENTWOOD’S FUTURE? I think it is a place that legitimately has the opportunity to influence its students to make a real impact in the world. Values like tolerance, understanding, and integrity are values that need to be taught and developed. The world needs more people of great values!

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 39 Farewell

Tony Crossley Faculty 1981-2014

Since 1981, Tony Crossley has taught math to legions of Brentwood students. A man whose carefully selected words are both pithy and insightful, Tony also employs a quick wit to surprise and engage his classes. Though quiet in his delivery, Tony’s lessons are imbued with a passion for his subject and the learning of his students. Tony’s teaching has also been inspired by his own love of learning; he continues to be on the leading edge of technology. In fact, he is the father of the Brentwood Blog which has allowed the larger world – including parents, alumni, and future families – insights into our Brentwood community. This consummate teacher leaves very large shoes to fill in the Math Department.

40 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Rob MacLean Faculty 1978-2014

Rob MacLean arrived at Brentwood in 1978. A devoted teacher of social studies and art history, Rob has brought boundless enthusiasm and a genuine and abiding interest in every student in his classroom (and on his many field trips). Brentwood parents will remember that Rob’s reports about their children reflected this passion for teaching and his knowledge of their child’s personalities and strengths. His colleagues also know him to be a fierce advocate for the underdog student. Outside of the classroom, Rob brought a keen interest in debating and public speaking as well as squash and tennis to the service of the school. A renaissance man who loves Renaissance art, Rob will be sorely missed.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 41 Jim Burrows 1941-2014 | Faculty, 1964 - 2006

Jim with his wife, Sally, at the 2006 Grad Dinner and Dance.

It was with great sadness that the Brentwood Family recently, as the beloved coach who introduced girls rugby lost one of our longest-serving members in January. The at Brentwood, working with girls’ teams through to the fall news of the passing of Jim Burrows swept through the of 2013. His commitment to the school and the impact Brentwood diaspora, leading to an incredible outpouring he had on those he taught, coached and worked with will of condolences, memories and anecdotes. It was a rarely be matched, and was recognized in 2006 when he poignant moment in the School’s history to lose a faculty received the Hugh Stephen Award for outstanding service. member who had devoted the better part of his life to He summarized his long and devoted commitment to the development and growth of a school he clearly loved. Brentwood as “a challenge that was always tremendously rewarding.” Jim arrived at Brentwood in 1964 fresh from university in the UK to become the first House Master of Privett It is often said the measure of a life is in its service; with House and teach Science, Mathematics and Chemistry his wicked humour and untiring dedication, Mr. Burrows at the senior level. Over the course of the next 50 years singly-handedly changed the lives of countless students he served under all four modern day Heads of School in and teachers alike. The following thoughts and reflections roles that, in addition to House Master, included everything of Jim’s former colleagues and pupils are as testament from teacher, timer and judge at the Brentwood Regatta, to the impact he had in his service to the school and his Director of Studies, tutor to countless students and, most community.

42 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 He was the rarest of people. had never done anything athletic, but came away feeling No hidden agendas. No empowered, even powerful... The world needs people like Jim politics. Calm, highly Burrows, and he will be missed. professional, incredibly — Todd Van Vliet (Father of Amanda, Mackenzie, ’05) insightful, wickedly funny, I remember him most fondly on the First XI girls’ field hockey self-effacing, completely pitch. He pushed us hard and his voice carried across the loyal and undoubtedly one field as no other. Deep down, his heart beat louder than his of the finest people I know. voice carried. His serious and deliberate teaching of math He has been a superb role –my favourite class – prepared me so well for my pursuit of model to many. He is a a Bachelor of Science, but what I remember most is his warm Brentwood hero. caring smile peeking out from his beard and supported by — Marius Felix, Assistant Head of School his laughing eyes! — Brenda Barootes (Hilton, ’78) He soon became Brentwood’s ‘unsung hero’… More often than not shunning the limelight, he devoted his entire career to I grew up with him at Brentwood thinking he was Santa; turns the quiet, unobtrusive development of students who later out Santa would be the reason I graduated and am where I am achieved success in the classroom and on the sports field today. Thank you for everything Mr. Burrows. Rest in peace. through commitment, dedication and strong work ethic over “You decide if you have potential.” and above any natural talent they may or may not have had. — Sammy Johnston (Alexandra, ’13)

He gave numerous hours of his valuable time providing extra I remember Jim as if it was yesterday. He was an exemplary tuition to all members of his math and science classes who instructor and an excellent role model for students. Notably needed it and sought it. his presentation of mathematics during my first year at — Nick Prowse, Emeritus Faculty Brentwood in 1967 encouraged me to converge on research Of all the characters I came across from my time at Brentwood, and an understanding of the universe as a long term goal. he held a special place. He was genuinely one of the funniest He will be sorely missed. and wittiest people I have ever met, his classes memorable and — Dr. William Rutherford (Ellis, ’71) his one-liners legendary. He was truly a special teacher and The impact of his dedication has had a profound effect on was a big part of my time at Brentwood. So many memories. my life as I have tried to live up to the standards of care and — Micah Field (Ellis, ’88) concern that he showed to his athletes. I have attended many I met Jim when he coached the very first girls’ rugby side for coaching seminars over the years and, at one, Ken Hitchcock, Brentwood… Anyone could see how much Jim loved coaching coach of the St. Louis Blues, reflected on how much impact those girls – his passion for the game, combined with his desire coaches can have on an individual’s life. I think back on how to see the best out of his rookie squad, shone through at every Jim, Nick and Ivor influenced my life and how I have tried to moment. At the Provincial Finals that year Brentwood must have a positive influence on my athletes during my coaching have seemed a long shot. But, with the amazing resources of career. — Norm Cressey (Privett, ’70) the Brentwood coaches and the excellent fitness level that the girls showed, the girls triumphed. Jim Burrows is lovingly remembered by his wife Sally; No small amount of that victory was due to Jim Burrows. children Thea (Mackenzie, ’93) (Jim), Jamie (Whittall, ’95) He nurtured that team into championship form. This was (Michelle), and Robyn (Alexandra, ’03) (Scott); grandchildren the kind of sporting experience every parent dreams for their Courtney, Liam, Savannah, Mikayla, Chloe, Dreyden and child: transformative. There were girls on that team who Lucan; also his sister Wendy.

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Hallowe’en Dance, Children’s Christmas Party, Java Hut and —Susan Quinton, Faculty Sponsor, SAC Beach Day, the SAC organises special dinners celebrating

44 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 RT · B ALE LOG G A L LO E houses. During the contest weeks in April 2014, boarding B R The BEAT (Brentwood T · Environmental Action Team) houses were encouraged to “unplug” in order to lower their · T B R consumption. Mackenzie House, the proud winner for the L E O L Agents of Change greatest decrease in usage, enjoyed pizza courtesy of Mr.

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www.brentwood.bc.ca | 45 SPARC (Student Peer Assistance hosted by SPARC, as well as Drug Awareness Day for our Resource Counsellors) Grade 10 and 11 students. Peer to Peer SPARC educators are a big part of the SPARC SPARC community volunteers amassed almost 2,000 hours initiative and they provided wellness sessions in the houses over the school year, by spending time with Alzheimer’s on healthy relationships, body image, stress management patients at Acacia Lodge, at the Cairnsmore Lodge long term care facility, those recovering in the hospital and with children at a local licensed child care facility. The School’s 4,000 Charity Work Day meant all our students contributed volunteer time in the community, resulting in over 1,950 Number of Volunteer Hours by | volunteer hours $9,000 in donations was raised through Brentwood Students 2013-14 this work, with $1,200 being given to each of 7 local non- and cyber safety. They also lead wellness sessions on profit organisations. flavored tobacco to Grade 7 students at George Bonner SPARC also provided 65 students School after attending a workshop from the Canadian Cancer RT · B ALE LOG at Khowhemun school with Society—the students received tremendous feedback and G A Charity L 40 hot lunches each an invitation to return for more health and wellness sessions LO E B R Work Day T over the school year… this year. · · T Thursday, April 3, 2014 B that’s 2,600 bowls R L SPARC raised $10,000 for organisations such as BC Children’s E by Marius Felix O of soup and about L Hospital, the local food bank, Canadian Breast Cancer G

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Get to Know the OBE | Ryan Gallagher (Rogers ’03) CURRENT CITY Victoria, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Family physician DESCRIBE YOUR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Growth, independence, friendship WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE TIME OF YEAR AT BRENTWOOD, AND WHY? April – Regatta and the start to spring/summer weather. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Get involved, there are so many opportunities. The staff is very supportive and if you have an idea for the school or the extended community they will support you to make it possible. Examples from my experience were hand sanitizers at the school and working with staff on the initiation of recycling projects. WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST PERSONAL CHANGE FROM YOUR FIRST DAY AT BRENTWOOD, TO YOUR GRADUATION DAY? A growth in my independence and a reinforced sense of community. WHY SHOULD OLD BRENTONIANS CONSIDER ATTENDING AN EVENT AND GETTING INVOLVED WITH THEIR SCHOOL? It’s a great opportunity to connect with friends/classmates and helps to improve the experiences of future students.

46 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 4,000 Number of Volunteer Hours by Brentwood Students | 2013-14

EveryGiftCounts. CELEBRATINGPhilanthropy

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 47 Celebrating Philanthropy

Those whose generosity has paved the way for a succession of building projects over the past twelve years will be delighted to read that the Brentwood family continues to pay it forward. Perhaps it was predictable that some measure of debt would be incurred with this density of construction: 2002 – Maeda Health Centre 2003 – T. Gil Bunch Centre for Performing Arts 2006 – Allard House 2010 – Crooks Hall 2012 – Centre for Art and Humanities

Understandably, our Governors decided it was prudent, for the time being, that any future project must be fully funded before proceeding. The new $5.5M girls’ residence currently under construction speaks to the commitment all those who have helped with this much needed facility. Every student, boarder or day, male or female, will benefit from the space and reallocation of students that this new House will provide when it opens in the fall of 2015. Sincere thanks go to this remarkably generous group of donors.

Keeping Brentwood accessible to a broad range of worthy students remains an ongoing priority, and those responsible for the growth of the Brentwood Endowment to $10.6M over the past 15 years can take great satisfaction from the income stream it provides, most of which is dedicated to financial assistance. For the first time in Brentwood’s history, an academic department is being partially funded from our Endowment thanks to the generosity and vision of a lead donor, and the hope is that others will also contribute, to ultimately fully endow our Learning Centre.

The 14 students this year whose Brentwood experience has been made possible by gifts to our Bursary Now Fund would want me to convey their personal thanks, as would their parents. Need I say more!

A significant highlight this year is the 30% growth in our Annual Giving Programme, for nothing more effectively validates the commitment of lead donors than the support of many through annual gifts received each year. A major gift in its own right, Annual Giving this year collectively contributed $714,249 to immediate school needs and enhancements: 21st century classroom furnishings and technology, the AP Art studio upgrade, the Bursary Now Fund, the Alex House restoration, rowing shells, robotics equipment… and the list goes on.

With sincere thanks, we dedicate this section of the Brentonian to all named in the following pages for support which has moved Brentwood ahead and continues to secure its future. Students and their parents, staff and Governors join me in conveying their appreciation to each of you.

John Allpress DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL

48 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Message from the Chair, Advancement Committee BRENTWOOD BOARD OF GOVERNORS

There are a few distinctive moments in life when things come around full circle, providing meaningful opportunities for reflection. As an Old Brentonian from the Class of 1982, my Brentwood life has come full circle seeing my nieces and nephews, and now my own daughter, Hanna, attend the school. Brentwood has a special place among my family, and it gives me great pleasure to witness the student experience through the lens of current parent, uncle, and Governor. I joined the Brentwood Board of Governors two years ago, and I am encouraged by the progress the school has made in only 24 months.

One of the nine strategic priorities that emerged from Brentwood’s ten-year strategic plan is to create a culture of philanthropy. More specifically, we must have a “pay it forward” approach for our School to ensure that future generations are able to enjoy the Brentwood experience.

While there is much heavy lifting to be done, I am pleased to report that Brentwood saw increases in participation and donations received across our community. Our donors responded to the call to action to support priority initiatives impacting every Brentwood student, including programmes, financial assistance, the new girls’ dorm, faculty development, and 21st century learning furnishings and technology.

I want to stress how proud and grateful I am to all of our donors for supporting Brentwood to the best of their abilities. As part of the Brentwood family, you can help our school live its mission to open minds and hearts for life. Much has been accomplished this year, but I cannot help but feel that the best is yet to come.

Sincerely,

Distribution of Giving John McNeill (Whittall ’82, CP ’17) CHAIR, ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE

FRIENDS /OTHER 4%

FACULTY/STAFF 5%

PAST PARENTS 24%

ALUMNI 25%

CURRENT PARENTS 42%

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EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 49 Message from the Chair, Brentwood College Foundation FOUNDATION TRUSTEES

When the Brentwood College Foundation was established in 2000, the Trustees set an ambitious goal: to raise $20 million by the year 2020. It is exciting to see how our Brentwood family has responded to this goal with steady and generous donations to endow financial assistance and special programmes.

This year, in addition to some leading gifts, almost 25% of donations to Annual Giving were specifically designated to the Foundation. These contributions, together with our sound investment policy, now bring the Foundation total to $10.6 million!

Foundation Growth

$12,000,000

$10,000,000 10.6M

$8,000,000 8.57M 7.44M 7.56M 6.46M $6,000,000 5.88M 4.77M 5.06M $4,000,000 1.5M 1M 2.58M $2,000,000 .50M $0 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

The Trustees are encouraged that, with this kind of ongoing support, we are well on track to achieving the goal.

Clearly Brentwood has a generous community of donors who recognize the need for a strong endowment, ensuring that the school remains accessible to a wide range of students from different financial backgrounds, and providing extra funding to our specialized programmes so they continue to flourish. On behalf of the Foundation Board, many thanks!

Sincerely,

Kip Woodward (Senior, ’74) CHAIR, BRENTWOOD COLLEGE FOUNDATION

50 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Parent Committee and Volunteers

On behalf of the 2013-2014 Parent Committee, I would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated in Annual Giving this past year. What a finish!

The entire committee enjoyed connecting with a number of parents over the course of the year, both at the various social functions and through our telephone outreach to discuss the importance of Annual Giving in our school community. The Parent Committee also launched the inaugural Regatta Silent Auction this year with some fantastic items, raising a very successful $8,700 for the Boat Fund in one day. Many thanks to our generous auction donors for your fabulous contributions!

The amazing final Annual Giving total is the direct result of so many of you joining in with a donation. When all of us do what we can to help, we make a significant impact on the Brentwood experience, not only for our own children, but their peers and future students as well. Many thanks for your generous support. Stephanie Mulvey PARENT COMMITTEE CHAIR 2013-2014 Annual Giving Parent Committee

Well done to this year’s Annual Giving Parent Committee! We are most grateful for their commitment and hard work! Stephanie Mulvey, CHAIR (Rielly Milne, Class of ’14); Sheila Bailey (Shannon, Class of ’11, and Patrick, Class of ’14); Heather Crandall (Elizabeth, Class of ’12, and Tom, Class of ’15); Shelley Crawford (Bryn, Class of ’16); Chris and Rebecca Ford (Evan, Class of ’14 and Sarah, Class of ’27); Judith Harder (Hilton ’77, Rhiannon Foster, Class of ’98, Amber Harder, Class of ’03, & Julian, Class of ’17); Mairi Pigeon (Jacqueline, Class of ’13 and Rachel, Class of ’16); Pam Richmond (John Childs, Class of ’13, and Jaclyn Childs, Class of ’16); Leslie Scragg (Katlan, Class of ’16)

Distribution of Annual Giving Funds

SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS 6%

ENDOWMENT 20%

CAPITAL PROJECTS 24%

UNDESIGNATED 50%

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EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 51 Your Annual Giving Donations at Work!

The impact of donations on our students’ Brentwood experience each year is significant. Below is a list of some of the things this year’s Annual Giving contributions enabled us to do.

Academics Your Donations Provided… ▫ Installed two new 21st Century Learning classrooms (inset, right) CLASSROOMS OF THE FUTURE ▫ Installed new projectors and interactive touch ▫ The innovative new learning-based furniture allows for 16 boards in all the classrooms on the top floor of different classroom configurations, from lecture to discussion, group work to formal assessment. Flexible learning spaces support the Ross Centre interactive, collaborative, participatory learning, complementing ▫ Featured several guest speakers more traditional teaching styles. ▫ Purchased extra robotics equipment ▫ Chairs are designed to allow some movement. Research shows that there is a strong relationship between brain activity and kinesthetic stimulation; giving students increased opportunities to move while seated triggers increased levels of attention and concentration.

▫ Each desk comes with its own whiteboard for presentations, group work, or as a divider to create a private work space.

▫ Our new interactive touch boards and projection system enables up to four presentations to be projected at once, allowing teachers to review and compare student work directly from their devices, and a shift to student delivery of group presentations.

▫ Purchased a prototype solar powered greenhouse with acroponics ▫ Funded The Tin Project, a Grade 11 Collaborative Learning Project incorporating Science, English, History and Drama ▫ Installed new Canadian web-based software in the library, allowing students to request and reserve books on-line, as well as see a list of their text books and borrowed books.

Student Financial Aid

▫ Provided financial aid through Bursary Now donations and Foundation disbursements to mission-centred, worthy students.

52 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Athletics

▫ Purchased two 4s for the Rowing Club (one funded by the Boat Fund, one funded by a donor, right) ▫ Upgraded weight equipment from barbells and dumbbells to locks and medicine balls ▫ Provided financial assistance for sports tours

General

▫ Upgraded the furniture in McNeill Centre, with all the selections being made by students ▫ Funded Leadership 11 at the Shawnigan Lake Easter Seal Camp, the Grade 9 Strathcona Lodge trip, and the Grade 10 day at Camp Qwanoes ▫ Increased wireless coverage, including the gym and the fields ▫ Increased the speed of the campus network ▫ Funded professional development opportunities for our faculty ▫ Contributed to the Alex House restoration (right)

Arts

▫ Purchased a new sound console, ensuring that Your Donations Provided… technical theatre students continue to work with up to date professional equipment (inset, right) NEW SOUND CONSOLE ▫ Purchased a new speaker system for the theatre ▫ The updated sound console moves us from an ANALOG TO DIGITAL system, keeping students current with audio technology, ensuring ▫ Installed a white board in the Asper Room, enabling accurate reproduction of audio performances, and providing students to see performances and concerts as well audiences with a consistent performance experience whether as adding a visual component to the teaching of they are in the front row or the balcony. playing an instrument

EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 53 Your Generosity

Cumulative gifts are recognized below. On behalf of all who study or work on this magnificent campus, we acknowlege the remarkable generosity of those who have advanced our school. Thank you!

Wayfinders – Double Torch Millie Livingston Governors’ Council ($100,000+) Brian & Jill Kenning ($2,000,000+) David W. G. Mackenzie David A. Asper George Kidd Art and Mary-Jane Crooks Mark & Suzanne McNeill Daniel & Jenny Bester Edward & Sara Kozel Tony Novak John & Trish Cosulich Geon Lee & Hye Young Choi Wayfinders ($1,000,000+) Atholl & Deirdre Cropper Judson & Diane Macor Allard Foundation & Highbury Foundation Leaders’ Council ($250,000+) Edmonton Community Foundation Elizabeth Martin Pip & Catherine Holmes Juniper Foundation Vern & Sherri Fauth Mike & Eliner Maxwell-Smith George & Karen Killy Fred & Heather Gallagher Leona McKillop Michael & Donna Kanovsky Woody & Sherrill MacLaren Dan & Wendy Jarvis The McLernon Family & Colliers Peter Kuttel Duncan & Verda McNeill Dale & Bronwen Lapointe International Kyosuke & Junko Maeda Patrick & Beryl Campbell Charitable Trust Betty Li Earle & Janice O’Born Shoji & Akiko Maeda Eric Lin & Mei-Ling Lin Shu Peter & Linda Oluk Founders’ Council ($500,000+) Ron McNeil Vern & Betty Lyons Jack & Jane Pau Audain Foundation for the Visual Arts Doug & Karen McNeill Lauchlin A. Lyons Edward Pitoniak & Kate Barbeer Alan & Kitty Brownlee Bruce Saville & Kennedy Saville Rod & Marilyn MacDonald The John & Barbara Poole Foundation Tom Heathcott & Linda Southern Heathcott John Watson Bill & Gail McCormick Andrew & Lynn Purdey Chip & Molly Meredith Norman Redcliffe DONOR PROFILE J. Ward Phillips Family The Forrest Rogers Family John Queen Rosegarten-Horowitz Fund Thoughts from Annual Giving Supporter Diana Rahme The David Schneider Family Jenny Sheldon Colin P. Rutherford Gwenny So Ian & Beverley Sisett Ralph Jr. and Catherine Thrall Parent of Otie Gersten ’04, Kira Gersten ‘06, Geneva Gersten ‘09, Mrs. Gordon T. Southam Raymond & Katherine Tong Conner Crabtree (Class of ’16), and Nikolas Crabtree (Class of ’18) Patrick Stewart Cedric Walker Making the ordinary The Turyk-Bingham Family 1 Anonymous extraordinary… every day… requires Vancity sustained effort. Our family Vancouver Foundation Patrons’ Circle ($25,000+) participates in Brentwood’s Annual Wheaton Family Foundation John & Celia Allpress Giving campaign by contributing Dick & Lyn Whittall Kris & Sharlene Anderson each year. Peter & Alice Wong Roly & Ruth Bull Having run a research and Gerry & Elaine Wood Dwayne & Adeen Bunning education organization for 17 The Woodward Family Chris & Monica Chan years, I recognize the importance John, Kris and Tim Yewchuk Tai-Liang & Hsiu Hsia Chen of flexibility and continuity 6 Anonymous Judy Davis within the operating budget – the Bill, Helen, John & Michael Fitzpatrick flexibility provided by annual gift Norm & Pat Francis contributions allows for institutional innovation. Head’s Circle ($50,000+) Ken & Bonny Black Brock Harris We choose to support Brentwood with a (modest but faithful) Robert & Heather Brink Doug & Sharyn Higginson annual gift. Brentwood’s Annual Giving campaign is part of our family’s annual planning. Each year we set aside our contribution Kathey Bryan David Hollands and Carol Prantner to support innovation as well as Brentwood’s essential Jae-Sik Cha & Eun-Joo Kim Blair Horn commitment to fundamentals. Robin K. W. Chan & Renee Y.L. Chan Hull Family Foundation As the parent of five Brentonians, I know I can count on the Steve & Alison DeNure Yuquo Kawasaki lifelong value of a Brentwood education for each of my children. Lynn & Rhys Eyton Diane & Irving Kipnes Foundation It is Brentwood’s unique commitment to nurturing the whole Ken Fok & Fanny Siu Dick Koetsier child, in the larger context of a global focus, that provides the Martin & Dennine Giles Leo & Betty Krysa foundation for a well-considered adult life. Alastair W. Gillespie Bert & Matty Lang Andrew & Nicola Hersant Frank & Louisa Lee

54 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Hae June Lim & Youn Sook Kim Ik Sung Byeun & Eun Suk Shin DONOR PROFILE Paul & Shining Liu The Cable Family The McLean Foundation Bill Callin Craig Lightheart (Senior, ’73) Bruce McPhee The Candy Family Ted & Judy Mills Bruce & Pam Carlson Rob Soukop, Class of 1973, was a Brentonian who was almost David & Gretchen Mitchell Stephanie Carlson always in a buoyant mood and used smiles to drive troubles Doug Morcom John & Jennifer Carr away. Enthusiastic about Brentwood and life in general, he Jeff Murton & Kathryn Adrian Paul Castner was always thoughtful, considerate, polite and friendly to staff and students alike. A good athlete, Rob is most remembered at Clyde & Lynne Ogilvie Alan Chan Brentwood for his love of golf. Tragically, while vacationing in Keishi & Yoshiko Okuma Peter & Diane Chan Mexico over the Christmas holidays in his Grade 12 year, Rob Lillian and Leroy Page Foundation Chao-Jung & Hsiao-Ming Chang was the victim of a shark attack. Soonchun Park & Kyungmi Kim Ollive & Hannah Cheng To honour his high school Rick & Velisha Paskuski John Chen-Wing friend and roommate, in the Gerry, Andrea, Tom & Andrew Pennells Miles & Gwen Clyne fall of 2013, Craig Lightheart Pirie Foundation Russ Cmolik (Senior, ’73) established the Karen & Neal Pirie Drew & Jodi Craig Rob Soukop Memorial Sports John and Margaret Pitts Don Danard Tour Bursary, providing an Bill & Marian Ross John & Sandra Davis invaluable annual subsidy for Peter & Indre Semogas Donna & Bob Decker student athletes to participate in a team tour if their family Robert Siceloff Anne-Marie Decore is unable to fund it. In Rob’s Andries & Twiny Smit Dejan & Vida Dordevich memory, Craig’s gift is giving Mike & Barbara Stone Paul & Cathy Douglas Dick & Hope Stroble these students a chance to The Dutcyvich Family share this bonding experience Tim & Suzy Tokarsky The Edmunds Family with their teammates, and Rene & Karin Van Haren Harry & Sandy Ford build life-long memories in the Nancy Van Laeken Craig & Cynthia Francis process. His generous gesture is testament to the bond formed Victoria Foundation John Frank & Delia Jampel between Brentonians and the power of philanthropy. Peter & Sue Wagener Robin & Jessie French Jack & Beverley Wallace Curtis Garland Biff & Dianne Wheeler Polly Lau & John Wherry Grant & Tara Paulson Rita Gausman Stuart & Corinne Wolfe Nathan & Judy Laufer Dan & Gail Philippson Marie Genest Jayson Woodbridge & Helen Mawson Craig Lightheart Frances Allan Plaunt The Genge Family Maw Yang The Raffin Family Supporting Foundation Grant & Beth Gillies Hank Lin & Jessie Hsu Je-Uk Yeon & Jung-Ae Lee Kevin & Ann Love of the Jewish Community Endowment Governor – Anonymous Fund Chih-Chen & Li-Wen Yu Bob & Barbara Lynch Adam Gray Harry & Anne Range Shung-Hsiung Yu Robert & Leslie Mackay Steven Hammerschlag & Debra Reynolds The Ratzke Family Peter & Diane Zell John Mackie & Kate Ecker Ellen Hansen Raymond James Canada Foundation 4 Anonymous John & Lynn Madigan Sandy & Isobel Hardie Lloyd & Traecy Reddington Sayuri Maeda Brentonians’ Circle ($10,000+) Linda Hardy Blake & Nicky Richardson Imtiaz & Shahinool Manji Howard Addison Rob & Lori Hatch Ed & Betsy Richardson Kenna Creer Manos Gordon & Shannon Allan & family Don & Natalie Hatton David Rinning & Margaret Morgan Kyle Marsh Sheila & Kirk Bailey Gary & Su Yuan Ho Charles Ruigrok & Jacqueline Pater Joann Martin Art & Carol Barber Stephen Ho & Susan Lee Chris Schmelzle Ernie & Jean Beaudin Yong Ho & Mi Jeong Kim Peter Mathieson Bryan & Patti Scott-Moncrieff Ray & Christine Beaulieu Michael Holmes Anthony & Susan Mazzarella Dong-Pyo Seo & Hyung Soon Park John & Barbara Beddome John Holt Ralph & Ann McClellan Kyung-Rok Seung Stephen & Kathy Bellringer Kathryn Holt Liam McGowan Dick & Emmy Seville Michael & Karen Bergin Andrew Housser Bill & Ruth McIntosh David & Mary Margaret Shaw Andrew & Shannon Boddy The Hunter Family Foundation Robert McLennan Cori Simms & Gary Last Jo & Shirley Briggs Bette Johns John & Marie McNeill Kevin Skinner John & Marg Briggs, Colin & Shaun Briggs John & Maria Kavanagh Bertha McVicar Richard & Shannon Tanner Brian & Liz Brown Philip Keele & Kim Kartushyn Bruce Milne Colin Tassin John Buck Dennis King & Jackie Brumfield Dennis & Kathy Molnar Tammie (Morrison) & Tony Toriglia Jean & Gil Bunch Kevin & Doris Kuo Bill & Barbara Morkill Thomas & Anne Tsui Florence V. Burden Foundation Stephen & Ruth Laird Hyung Sun Park & Mi Sook Lim Asahi & Yuiko Uno

EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 55 DONOR PROFILE Maury & Barbara Van Vliet David & Brette Hampton Vik & Tina Vasvani William & Lois Harn Samara Walbohm & Joe Shlesinger Stephen Hayne Ben Coull (Rogers, 2010) Grant Weaver Ira Hess-Weller 3rd YEAR ENGINEERING STUDENT & VARSITY ROWER, UBC Fred & Judith Welsh Norman Hildes-Heim William and Jadeene Wheaton Tina Hittenberger & Lauren Selman Why do you support Betty White Fraser Hodge & Wendy Baker Brentwood’s annual Bill & Marion Wiese Dave Holland & Lynn Shaw giving campaign? Darcy & Janet Will Richard & Susan Holmes I was able to attend John & Leslie Wilson Douglas Homer-Dixon Brentwood because of Courtenay Wolfe Gary Hughes the generous donors Te Heng Wu Michael Hummel & Kathleen Kelly that support the school, Paul & Priscilla Yip Michael & Donna Hutchison enabling many students to Yasuo & Hiromi Yoneya Byoung-Chul Hyun & Hye Jung Won experience opportunities Graham & Alex Young Bill & Marly Illerbrun they would not get Andrew Butler (Whittall ’09), left, with 15 Anonymous Yun Keoun Jeong & Oak Lan Kim elsewhere. Supporting Ben Coull (Rogers ’12). Bill & Jessica Jesse Brentwood’s annual giving campaign allows me to give back to the school that opened so Torch Society ($5,000+) David Jiles & Carol Denny many amazing opportunities for me, and in turn, allows me to George & Avril Abakhan John & Heather Kahan do the same for future Brentwood students. Bruce Abel The Keirle Family Don & Lois Abel Ron J. Kelly Do you have a particular area of the school where you Joan Anderson Jim & Janet Kennedy like to direct your support? If yes, why? Robert Angle & Muriel Guillaume-Angel Jong-Won Kim As a member of the Brentwood Rowing Club from grade 8 to Jenica Ashlie Tae Sik Kim grade 12, I like to direct my support to Brentwood’s rowing Maurice & Beverley Bauche Woong-Seub & Kwang Yeun Kim program. Now, as an engineering student at the University of Mike Best Larry & Lisa Konopski British Columbia (UBC), I am a member of UBC’s varsity rowing Murray, Kathryn & Carra Bowes Walter & Karen Kosteckyj team, competing throughout Canada and the United States. Michael Brown Marina Kushnir Most recently, I was selected to be a member of the Canadian Brian & Leslie Carr Bill & Denny Lang National team traveling to Gravelines, France to complete in Leon Cheung the 2014 University World’s Rowing Championships. Rowing has Lijia Li & Ximing Jiao Todd & Suzanne Chuckry been a major part of my life and has taught me many valuable Greg & Marilyn Mack qualities that have carried through and helped me with my Eric Clarke Michelle MacLaren university career. I hope many more students can benefit from Jason Classon Robert & Carol Manning Brentwood’s excellent programme and the opportunities and Joseph & Frances Cohen Scott Matheson life-lessons it provides. Rod & Fusako Constable Ross & Donna Mathewson The Corkal Family Yoshihito & Michico Matsuda In your opinion, what makes Brentwood special? Wade Davis Ean & Pat Maxwell Brentwood provides amazing opportunities for its students. Its Rob Dixon Heather McBride unique tripartite system of academics, athletics and the arts Enrico & Aline Dobrzensky Graeme & Patty McCauley allows students to achieve their full potential in whatever they Michael Donegani Vern & Sandra McShane want to pursue. It challenged me academically and athletically, John & Ann Dufton Jamie McTavish & Karen Flavelle while encouraging me to discover artistic talents that I would David Dutcyvich not otherwise have known I had. What truly makes Brentwood Tony Medina special? For me, Brentwood is more than a school; Brentwood is Odd & Gisela Edstrand Paul & Suzanne Merriman my family. Murray & Carol Erickson Stanley A. Milner John Eymann Ivan & Arunya Mindlin Do you have an inspiring Brentwood experience you Marius & Andrea Felix David & Carol Morrison would like to share? Gottfried and Anke Fischer Stephanie Mulvey & Chris Browne Standing on the podium, winning gold at the CSSRA Patty Fischer Mike & Karen Murkowski Championships would be one highlight for me during my years Ruth Flynn Bill & Kelly Nielsen at Brentwood; however, if I really think about it, I would have Scott Frandsen & RBC Dan O’Brien to honestly say my entire five years attending Brentwood were Terry & Kate Freeman John O’Brien-Bell my inspiring experiences. Without Brentwood, I would not be Rita Fung Harold & Diana Oliver where I am today, and I am grateful for all the opportunities, GFS Gordon Food Service Joan & Dave Park life-long friendships and help and support I received during my Catherine Gibbons Gerry Parks & Bonny O’Connor time there. Andrew Gillespie Bud & Wendy Patel Nicholas & Julia Glass

56 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Lorna Paterson De Manu In Manum Gary & Lydia Pawliuk Legacy Gifts Reunion Gift Laurie (Rutherford) Pederson Bruce Abel (1982) Daniel & Trudy Pekarsky John and Celia Allpress In September 2012, close to 40 members of the Class of 1982 returned Jim & Sandra Perry Sheila and Kirk Bailey to campus to celebrate their 30th reunion. Stef & Jeff Philipp Kelly Bradley Nadine (Pulos) Sheppard (Class of 1982), with input from her Jim & Celia Pickles Jean and Gil Bunch classmates, put some thoughts on paper about the experience. Rob Pierce Confidential – Governor Blair & Mairi Pigeon Confidential – Old Brentonian We are a lucky bunch to have a very connected class. When we Cara Gordon Potter (Class of 1976) come together for a reunion, we suspend the stuff that propels Estate of Brent Rawlinson Atholl and Deirdre Cropper our busy lives back at home and delight in picking up where The Crowley Family The Raz-Guzman Family we left off as “Yahoo’s!” What makes our reunions so special Anne-Marie Decore Mike & Susan Reynolds is the enthusiasm and commitment our group shares… What Bill & Helen Roach Kierstin DeWest (1991) was special about our most recent reunion was spending time Ashley & Cheryl Robbins Vern and Sherri Fauth on campus with our beloved teachers, especially the ones who Leslie & Susie Rudd Alastair Gillespie (1941) made a trip just to see us. It made our gathering complete. Robert & Shirley Salvail Adam Gray (1992) Three words to describe our class are creative, expressive and Peter Scarrow Brock Harris (1993) enterprising. Many more words would wholly describe our Gary, Mary, Steven & Erika Schultz Karen Hedquist and Terry Marshall unique group… or it could be summed up as sui generis. Rob Scott & Mary Allen Pip (Class of 1941) and Catherine Holmes Sheila Serup John Holt (1982) Three words to describe Brentwood are: unforgettable, Howard & Linda Shannon Sandor Horvath charmed and adored. After our reunion visit, first-class, Barb (Dyson) Sharpe George Kidd (1936) changed and spectacular are words which best describe our Derek Sharpe George (1964) and Karen Killy reactions to the impressive transformation. Dan & Marnie Silbergeld Barbara King All Brentonians have a bond through the shared campus life Iain and Sally McLean Simon & Pamela Snellgrove experience, and the positive influences of their teachers. Chip Meredith Tad & Jeanne Sommerville We are proud to be Brentwood alums because of both the Stephen & Nancy (Liden) Sorensen Bill (1965) and Barbara Morkill experiences and life-long friends we made. Don & Joan Stanley Laurie (Rutherford) Pederson (1973) Andrea and Gerry Pennells Rob & Suzy Stephen Along with their Yahoo ’82 spirit, a ton of funny stories and a John L. Queen Judy Stewart touch of nostalgia, the Class of 1982 also brought with them a Charlie & Kwang Soon Suh Norman Redcliffe and Gwen Carlson collective “Reunion Gift” to present to Brentwood. “We decided to Ed & Shirley Szerze Rebecca (Day, 1980) and Bill Reynolds make a Class of 1982 gift to the school to show our appreciation. Ralph Thrall Christopher Rumball and Ruth Nicholson Our donation was the best way to say “thank you” to the school, Tides Canada Foundation Ian and Beverley Sisett teachers and staff.” Tim Topper & Mary Martin Robert St. G. Stephens (1941) The Class of 1983 continued the tradition of returning to campus Chien-Hua & Lin Mei Yun Tsai Terry and Jill Ukrainec for their 30th reunion, and they, too, presented Brentwood with Grant Weaver (1965) Ming Tsai a Reunion Gift. It is inspiring to see Old Brentonians contributing Chuck (1974) and Cora Wills Richard & Barbara Tsoi to their school in recognition of the opportunities they were given, Terry & Jill Ukrainec Stuart and Corinne Wolfe and in turn helping to enhance the experience of current and David Uncles & Family Kip Woodward (1974) future students – de manu in manum! Geoff Vale The Van Keken Family Chris Van Vliet Neil & Miriam Vos Hans & Margit Walbohm If there is an error or Sheila Wappel-McLean omission in these lists, Peeter & Mary Wesik Edna Widenmaier please accept our sincere Alan & Brenda Williams apologies and notify Mike & Julie Williams Carol Woodward Lara McDonald Philip Yuen and Shirley Chen at 250.743.5521 or Weimin Zhang [email protected] 7 Anonymous

EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 57 Learning Centre Endowment

Since her son Ty Siceloff started at Brentwood in 2002, Millie Livingston has been an engaged member of the Brentwood community, attending rugby games, school events and regional receptions. Ty graduated in 2007 as House Captain of Whittall, Captain of Rugby and the winner of the Appleton Trophy. Her daughter Katie Siceloff graduated in 2013 as Captain of Mackenzie House and winner of the Kathleen Bryan Memorial Award.

From the outset, Millie expressed her commitment to supporting the school. Her first very generous gift helped with the construction of Crooks Hall, in recognition of which the conference room off the main dining hall has been named the Livingston Room.

Upon Katie’s graduation, as a gesture of appreciation for the positive influence Brentwood had on her two children, Millie made a lead gift to establish an endowment for the Learning Centre, guaranteeing funding in perpetuity for staffing, professional development and resources for this increasingly important and much-in-demand programme. She chose to direct her support to this programme because she believes it is fundamentally important that Brentwood continues to embrace kids with diverse academic strengths.

The Learning Centre provides a structured, supportive and enabling environment to assist students with learning style differences to develop their own effective learning strategies. The programme helps students understand how they learn, develop skills such as note-taking, time management, organization, study strategies, exam taking skills, effective complementary technology and self-advocating skills, while also leveraging their strengths.

Through Millie’s initiative, Brentwood’s Learning Centre becomes the first academic programme to be partially endowed and it is Millie’s hope that other families will follow her lead. She is passionate about supporting all learners.

Millie recognizes appropriate, timely support can have a profound influence on students with learning style differences and fully endorses the need to assist these young people to become independent learners who are confident and motivated to pursue success at Brentwood and beyond. In establishing this endowment Millie has ensured that resources for students with learning style differences will be available. As the mother of two Brentonians, her extraordinary gift pays it forward for the next generation of Brentwood students!

On the Livingston Room dedication plaque, Millie has included a quote which she thought would inspire Brentwood students and staff. It also reflects her own perspective on helping others.

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” –Nelson Mandela

We thank Millie for the insightful nature of her generous gift that will benefit generations of Brentwood students!

58 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Dedication of the MacLean Room

For thirty-six years, Rob MacLean inspired and encouraged Brentwood students through his passion for art history and history, so it was especially meaningful when Sloan Dickey (Privett, Class of 2009) , together with his parents, Charley Dickey and Sheila Wyckoff-Dickey, returned to the Brentwood campus to honour Mr. MacLean prior to his retirement in June.

Sloan and Rob MacLean know one another well, for in his Senior year, Sloan took three of his five academic classes with Mr. MacLean – Art History 12AP, History 12 and Rob MacLean and Sloan Dickey (Privett, ’09) unveil the MacLean Room Comparative Government & Politics 12AP! In fact, Sloan’s plaque. relationship with Mr. MacLean is unique for no other Brentwood student has been taught three courses by the same teacher in one year, and this is unlikely to be repeated. In addition to his academic subjects, Sloan was also a member of Grad Council, Captain of Jazz Choir, Captain of Tennis, and performed in the musical and senior acting productions.

Through their family’s Juniper Foundation, the Dickeys have been great supporters of the Crooks Hall and Centre for Art and Humanities projects, which have, quite literally, transformed the Brentwood experience. As a family they seized the opportunity this provided to acknowledge Rob MacLean’s tremendous influence on Sloan’s education, on behalf of all Brentonians who have benefited from Mr. MacLean’s teaching.

On May 24th, 2014, the southwest classroom in the Centre for Art and Humanities, in which Rob taught for the final two years of his career, was officially dedicated the MacLean Room. The Dickey and MacLean families were joined by Mark Wismer, Andrea & Gerry Pennells, John & Celia Allpress and Bud & Wendy Patel at a small private ceremony.

EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 59 Your Generosity CONTINUES

Thank you to our 2013-2014 donors! Listed below are the names of all those who have contributed to Brentwood College in the period from July 2013 to June 2014. Thank you for including Brentwood in your charitable giving this year. We are truly grateful.

Bruce Abel (1982) Michael and Karen Bergin John and Jennifer Carr Tony and Val Crossley Ron Abramski (1983) Hugo and Arlene Bertozzi Rhonda and Kirk Caza Dada Family Jack Allpress (2004) Daniel and Jenny Bester Alpheus Chan (2004) Joey (Snyder) Dahlstrom (1991) John and Celia Allpress Gary Birtwistle Michael and Rae Ann Charalambous John (1984) and Sandra Davis Oliver (1996) and Robyn Amiel Shannon and Andrew Boddy Brandon Cheng (2004) Judy Davis Bruce and Inga Anderson Peter Bontkes and Michelle Redfern John M. Chen-Wing Lorne De Paoli and Connie Woo Dr. Richard Anderson and Dr. Linda Kirsch Trevor and Amanda Boquist Ryan Chen-Wing (1993) Gord and Sally Deck Robyn Angel (1983) Yu Ting Chiu Brachet Family Donna and Bob Decker Robert Angle and Muriel Guillaume-Angle Kelly Bradley J. Leslie and B. Christensen Alison (Williams, 1977) and Steve DeNure Don Armitage and Lorraine Blake John and Dianne Braithwaite David and Gigi Chua Andrew and Melanie Digney Jenica Ashlie Breens and Kawamuras Fiona and Terry Clare Bob and Darcy Dillard Assaly Family Jim and Jenny Broere Jill Clark (1984) Robert Dixon (1994) R. P. Attisha Family Trust Brian and Liz Brown Miles and Gwen Clyne Peter Dobell (1983) Raymond Attisha (1983) Cindy and Alvin Brown Mike and Barbara Colborne Countess Aline Dobrzensky Tim Attridge and Catherine Lancaster Michael Brown (2002) Colliers International E.W. Kneeland Sheila and Kirk Bailey Dwayne and Adeen Bunning Mark Collinson (2000) Frank and Bettina Dreeke John and Kim Barakso Tom (1973) and Lori Burley Paul Collis and Karen Handford The Dutcyvich Family Tan Barkley (1983) David Burton (1993) Marla (Mattice) Connor (1983) Edmonton Community Foundation – Tanya and Blake Barrett Mrs. James Butterfield Rod and Fusako Constable Foote Family Fund Walter and Cecile Barry Dan Caird Ben Coull (2010) Robert Edmunds and Lesley Hayes David and Carolyn Bassett Glen and Laurie Calkins David and Kate Coull Peggy and Richard Elmes Akodo Baujcxiud Bill Callin Steve and Sheila Cowie Doug Ewing (1983) Scott Bayley Patrick and Beryl Campbell Charitable Shelley and Paul Crawford Marshall Farris (1983) Owen and Polly Baylis Trust Art and Mary Jane Crooks Warren Featherstone Luc Beaudet and Lisa Hartman The Candy Family Claire Crooks (1991) Marius (1977) and Andrea Felix The Beck Family Bruce (1964) and Pam Carlson Hew (1986) and Kate Crooks Laura Ferreira Steve Bejanski Brian (1980) and Leslie Carr Morgan Crooks (1994) Andrea (McDonald) Flaa (1975) Alfredo Berber (1981) and Monica Cruz Hersh Kline and Catherine Carr Atholl and Deirdre Cropper John and Andrea Flintoft

Annual Giving by Year

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60 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Julio Florez and Christine Burton Carol Denny and David Jiles Woody and Sherrill MacLaren F. Odaibo Mike and Maggie Flynn Surj and Colleen Johel Rob and Joyce MacLean Robert and Olive O’Dwyer Chris and Rebecca Ford Brian and Cobi Johnston John and Lynn Madigan Lynne Ogilvie Bruce Foreman (1984) Clayton and Kate Johnston Eileen Mais Lillian and Leroy Page Foundation Steve Forward and Elaine Read Patrick Johnston (2006) Julian Mais (1987) Alex and Allison Palmer P.E. and Josephine Frangou Eric Jones (1983) Kenna Creer Manos Bud and Wendy Patel Delia Jampel and John Frank Sarah Hall and Derek Jonson Alanna and Brian Martin Jason and Stacy Paton John Fraser (1983) Juniper Foundation Dale Martin (1978) In memory of Albert Raven The Frisch Family K. Kartushyn and P. Keele Elizabeth Martin Diana Pearse Blake Gage The Keirle Family Reeve and Judy Martin Jack and Lana Pedersen Ryan Gallagher (2003) Ron Kelly and Margot Hillman Mchael Maxwell-Smith (1979) Andrea and Gerry Pennells Jim Ganley and Jill Napier Mike Holmes (1978) Joan and Brian May Marla and Barry Perkins N. and H. Ghobrial William Kelly (1948) Anthony and Susan Mazzarella Jim and Sandra Perry Catherine Gibbons Udo and Anna Kenklies Dave and Lisa McCarthy Scott Perry (2007) Marty and Dennine Giles Brian (1967) and Jill Kenning Graeme and Patty McCauley Susan (Holt) Perry (1983) Alastair Gillespie (1941) Caroline Kenning (2003) Ralph and Ann McClellan Stef (1987) and Jeff (1985) Philipp Grant (1981) and Beth (Newton,1983) George (1964) and Karen Killy Lara and Bob McDonald Leslie Philipp (1983) Gillies J. Eaton and N. Kimberley Mike and Kim McDougall Dan and Gail Philippson Peggy Gilmour Arthur and Mariola Kloc in memory of Jane McKillop Ward Phillips Sergey Gladkiy and Lana Makarova Raphael Kloc Leona McKillop Robert Pierce (1992) Salomon Gonzalez Suresh Kotha and Gabrielle Gerhard Judy McKinney Mairi and Blair Pigeon Governor – Anonymous David and Lisa Krasny Doug and Karen McNeill Pirie Foundation Colleen and Graeme Griffith Kiichi Kurosu John and Marie McNeill Karen (Middleton, 1981) and Neal Pirie Betsy Hall-Findlay Holley (Kushniryk) Schwindt (1980) Mark and Suzanne McNeill Nellie Pitoniak (2009) Steven Hammerschlag and Debra Reynolds Stephen and Ruth Laird Robert McNie Frances A. Plaunt David (1980) and Brette Hampton Bill Lancashire and Jennifer Law Bruce McPhee Cara Gordon Potter The Handel Family Naomi (Melhuish) Larkins (1998) Lorri McPhee Andrew and Lynn Purdey Judith Harder (1977) Lourdes and John Lawrence Shaun and Jane McQueen Jill Purdy Brock Harris (1993) Michel and Debra LeBlanc Hugh McQuiston (1967) Roger and Gwynneth Purnell Geoff and Keltie Harris Brent and Melanie Lee Beth Melhuish John Queen Harris Mazda Chang Soo and Hyunjoo Lee Microsoft – Matching Gift Susan Quinton Heffy and Linda Hartono Geon Lee and Hye Young Choi Murray Miller The Ratzke Family Pam Havens (1983) Seung and Kyeonghee Lee Ted and Judy Mills Raymond James Canada Foundation Brian Hawksworth (1971) Leighton Family Bruce Milne Raz-Guzmán Family Tom Heathcott and Linda Southern Dan (1985) and Cheri Lethin Bruce Mitchell and Carol Coxon Read Jones Chirstofferson Heathcott Tim Lethin (1993) Tony and Vivienne Monteiro Chris Redcliffe (2003) Karen Hedquist and Terry Marshall Mike Levy (1983) Margaret Helliwell Craig Lightheart (1973) Montemurro Family Polly Reitze (1983) Nicola and Andrew Hersant Eric Lin and Mei-Ling Lin Shu Jim and Jean Moore Rebecca (Day, 1980) and Bill Reynolds Andrew Higginson (2003) Dan and Christine Little Darren Moore (1983) Dave Rinning and Margaret Morgan David Hollands and Carol Prantner Jin Liu and Lucy Ye Joe Morgan (1973) Ashley and Cheryl Robbins Bruce Homer (1969) Millie Livingston Bill (1965) and Barbara Morkill Rick and Jennifer Rodrigues Doug Homer-Dixon (1944) Bonnie Loewen Corina Morrison (1985) Jennifer Rosling (1983) Blair Horn (1979) David (1990) and Andrea Loewen Brett Mudford and Nicola Hubbard Jessica (Purdy) Rozitis (1988) Tanya Horn and Ian Scanlan Kevin and Ann Love Stephanie Mulvey and Chris Browne Christopher Rumball and Ruth Nicholson Andrew Housser (1991) Andrew Lyall (1983) Connie Munro Mike Rybchuk Don Huestis and Ghislaine Lauzon Parker and Virginia MacCarthy Mike and Karen Murkowski Herbert and Moira Sacks Ginny Hughes (1983) Al and Nancy MacConnachie Scott Murray Stuart and Linda Sambell Sean Hugo (1983) Margot (Lang) MacEwen (1990) Ed and Cindy Neff Bruce Saville and Kennedy Saville (2003) Hull Family Sue (Solloway, 1976) and Stewart Chris Nelson The Sawers Family Henry Jackson and Claire Lichtenfels Macintosh Phil Newns Brad Schock (1978) Jane and Mark Jackson David W.G. Mackenzie (1969) Kelly (Marsh, 1976) and Bill Nielsen Rosa and Klaus Schultz The Jarvis Family Ken and Nancy MacKenzie Dan Norman and Laura Richardson Gary and Mary Schultz Yufeng Jiang John Mackie and Kate Ecker Tony Novak Scragg Family

EveryGiftCounts. www.brentwood.bc.ca | 61 Peter and Indré Semogas Jon and Louise Walker DONOR PROFILE Sheila Serup (1977) Jack and Bev Wallace Tom and Shona Shadlock Harold Wardrop and Sharon Hall Thoughts from Annual Giving Supporter Ishai and Naama Sharabi Dre and Sharlene Watson Brian Carr Mary Margaret and David Shaw Louis Watson (1969) Whittall, ’80, parent of Natalie, ’11, and Aidan, ’14, Faculty Jennifer Sheldon Mark Weeks (1983) Mark and Naz Sicherman Wei Kuo-liang My association with Bill and Renee Simmermon Jonathan Weintraub Brentwood goes back 50 Nolan (1994) and Julie Sisett Wiz (Bittorf, 1979) Wensel years. In August of 1964, Dugald Smith (1985) Peeter and Mary Wesik my family moved to Mill Bay Simon Snellgrove Tanya (Eng) Westby (1983) from Rhodesia via Ireland because my dad was going to Gwenny So Joanna Weston start teaching at Brentwood. Nancy (Liden, 1976) and Stephen Herb and Scarlett Wheaton I was a lifer here from 1975 to Sorensen Jane Wheaton 1980. Both my children were Barbara and Mike Stone Ross and Trona Wheaton lifers: my son graduated this Skip (1967) and Judy Stothert Will and Jadeene Wheaton past June and my daughter Liam and Marilou Sullivan Jennifer Wheeler (2000) in 2011. Chet and Catherine Swanson Heather Crandall and Gordon White Why do you support Brentwood’s annual giving campaign? Stefan and Anette Tautz Murray White (1984) My wife Leslie and I started donating by buying a seat in the Killy Robert Taylor Edna Widenmaier Theatre in 2004. Once we had paid it off (took us three years), we Siri Thirawattanawong and Pornpun David P. Wilkinson (1971) Udompornmongkol just kept giving our monthly contribution. We support the annual Craig Wilkinson (1983) giving campaign because we want the most deserving kids to Tammie (Morrison, 1979) and Tony Toriglia Chuck (1974) and Cora Wills experience what our children and I experienced. Eddie Tsai (1985) Kevin and Karen Willsey Richard and Barbara Tsoi Jean-Marie and Lisa Wilson Do you have a particular area of the school where you like to direct Terry and Jill Ukrainec Lorne and Melinda Winship your support? If yes, why? United Way of Calgary, Donor Choice Brad Wintrup (1983) Each year we make sure that a portion of our contribution goes Program Mark Wismer to the Boat Fund and the rest to the Faculty Bursary Fund. United Way of the Lower Mainland Ashley and Melinda Witts Please share your personal reflection on the Brentwood experience. Dr. Yasuyuki Unno and Ann V. Wilson Gerry and Elaine Wood Geoff Vale My goal as a teacher here is to wake up every morning and find Jayson Woodbridge and Helen Mawson a new way for the students to have an inspiring Brentwood Dwaine Van Eeuwen (1973) Kip Woodward (1974) experience each and every day. Chris (Terry) Van Vliet (1981) Yeo Family Marisol Van Vliet (2005) Ron Young What area(s) of the school have you noticed donations are Maury and Barbara Van Vliet Stephanie Young making an impact? Vancouver Foundation Young Family When I see students making an impact in the classroom, lab, studio, stage, gym, water or field, and he or she is receiving John and Clare Veuger Philip Yuen and Shirley Chen financial assistance, I know our annual giving campaign is John Viccars (1983) Diane and Peter Zell working. Victoria Foundation Dan Zollmann Maya Villanueva (2007) 35 Anonymous David and Joyce Vos Samara Walbohm (1989) and Joe 5-9 years of consecutive giving Shlesinger 10 or more years of consecutive giving

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62 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Presenting the Class of 2014

Kelly Agnew, Maple Bay, BC, Pascale Bockelmann, Victor Chiew, Koto Kinabala, Katrina Florez, Fort McGill University, QC, Physical Brentwood Bay, BC, Gap Sabah, Malaysia, University of McMurray, AB, Gap year & Mathematics Sciences year then McGill University, British Columbia, Vancouver, with Projects Abroad, then QC, Arts & Science: Cognitive BC, Engineering McGill University, QC, Arts: Zarina Akhmerova, Science International Relations Kazakhstan, Mount Royal Ingrid Chiu, Fort Langley, BC, University, AB, Nursing Spencer Boddy, Lantzville, Hawaii Pacific University, HI, Evan Ford, Whistler, BC, St. Francis Xavier Liberal Arts BC, University of British Danielle Antaya, Comox, University, NS, Business Columbia, Vancouver, BC, BC, University of Victoria, BC, Tara Christensen, Lantzville, Engineering Social Sciences Ole Borch, Victoria, BC, Duke University, NC, BC, University of British Trinity College: Science Nick Francis, Grande Prairie, Eduarda Aranha, Francisco Columbia, Vancouver, BC, AB, University of Victoria, BC, Beltrao, Brazil, Ryerson Engineering Aetheline Chua, Singapore, Science University, ON, Arts Cornell University, NY, Hotel Jasper Bowen-Shepherd, Administration Mariel Frank, Bellevue, WA, Harrison Backer, Mill Bay, Seattle, WA, Skidmore Georgetown University, DC, BC, Gap year, then University College, NY, Chemistry Emily Clare, Kamloops, BC, Science: Pre-Med of Victoria, BC, Social Sciences University of Victoria, BC, Zoe Brandon, Dhahran, Child & Youth Care Hayden Frisch, Victoria, BC, Patrick Bailey, Calgary, AB, Saudi Arabia, Mount Royal University of Washington, Queen’s University, ON, University, AB, Nursing Celeste Colborne, Calgary, WA, Liberal Arts: Economics Engineering AB, Western University, ON, Dane Broere, Mill Bay, BC, Advanced Studies in Arts & Trenton Gagnon, Nanaimo, Carolyn Barakso, Nanaimo, University of Victoria, BC, Humanities BC, University of British BC, University of St Andrews, Commerce Columbia, Okanagan, BC, Scotland, Medicine Emma De Paoli, Lantzville, Business Management Aidan Carr, Mill Bay, BC, BC, University of St Andrews, Erick Bassett, Port Moody, Queen’s University, ON, Scotland, International Parker Garland, Palm BC, Queen’s University, ON, Commerce Relations Desert, CA, University of San Engineering Diego, CA, Liberal Arts Kira Carroll-Izard, Cobble Mathew Desloges, Berit Beattie, Whistler, Hill, BC, Mount Allison Shawnigan Lake, BC, Gap Garreth Gay, Mexico City, BC, Sciences Po University, University, NB, Arts year, then applying to Mexico, University of Victoria, Reims, France & University of Northern Alberta Institute of BC, Social Sciences British Columbia, Vancouver, Kathleen Castner, Victoria, Technology, AB BC, Social Sciences Dual BC, University of British Keenan Goss, Fort Degree Programme Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Lucy Digney, Lantzville, BC, McMurray, AB, Queen’s Commerce Queen’s University, ON, Arts University, ON, Engineering Lindsay Bell-Etkin, Vancouver, BC, Gap year, Michelle Caza, Paget, Clarke Dillard, Portland, OR, Tom Griffith, Oakville, ON, then University of British Bermuda, Western Oregon State University, OR, Western University, ON, Columbia, Vancouver, BC, University, ON, Science: Foods Health Sciences Management & Organizational International Economics or & Nutrition Studies Bristol University, UK, Politics Karly Dutcyvich, Port & Economics Natalie Chan, Hong McNeill, BC, Queen’s Sidney Hamilton, Port Kong, University of British University, ON, Arts McNeill, BC, University of Tara Blundell, Brisbane, Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Victoria, BC, Social Sciences Australia, Princeton Arts: Psychology Hugh Flintoft, Vancouver, University, NJ, Liberal Arts & BC, University of Calgary, AB, Sarah Handel, Duncan, BC, Sciences Arts Saint Mary’s University, NS, Arts: Criminology

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 63 Scott Harman, Yellowknife, Liam Kelly, Scottsdale, AZ, Karlien le Roux, Creston, BC, Kirsten McNeill, Calgary, AB, NT, Gap year, then University University of Waterloo, ON, Gap year in Australia, then Middlebury College, CT, Liberal of British Columbia, Management Engineering Trinity Western University, BC, Arts & Sciences Vancouver, BC, Arts Sports & Leisure Management Pippa Kirkham, Vancouver, Liam McNie, Nanaimo, BC, Kevin Hartono, Jakarta, BC, Gap year to work Woody Lee, Suwon, Korea, University of Victoria, BC, Indonesia, University of York, and engage in theatre University of Illinois, Urbana- Social Sciences UK, Accounting, Finance & programmes Champagne, IL, Engineering Management Rielly Milne, Woodinville, WA, Sierra Kline, Victoria, BC, Youngeun Lee, Qualicum University of Washington, WA, Ron Heathcott, Calgary, Queen’s University, ON, Beach, BC, University of St Liberal Arts AB, Queen’s University, ON, Science Andrews, Scotland, Medicine Engineering Philip Modupe, Lagos, Olivia Kotha, Seattle, WA, Jennifer Lemon, Fort Nigeria, McGill University, QC, Claire Henderson, Vancouver, University of Washington, WA, McMurray, AB, University of Arts: Software Engineering BC, Western University, Honors College: Bio-Engineering Alberta, AB, Arts ON, Ivey Honours Business Rehana Mohamed, Lamont, Administration Jocelyn Kraynyk, Dhahran, Morgan Lethin, Portland, AB, University of Waterloo, Saudi Arabia, University of OR, University of Oregon, OR, ON, Arts: Psychology Duncan Hepburn, Scottsdale, Toronto, ON, Humanities: Communication Disorders & AZ, University of British Drama Sciences Merrick Montemurro, Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Arts Calgary, AB, University of Melck Kuttel, Seattle, WA, Erin MacKenzie, Fort Alberta, AB, Engineering Harry Holmes, Metchosin, University of Southern McMurray, AB, Mount Royal BC, Gap year then University California, CA, Liberal Arts University, AB, Child & Youth Rebecca Moug, Grande of Edinburgh, Scotland, Care Prairie, AB, University of Architecture Kai LaCouvee, Qualicum British Columbia, Vancouver, Beach, BC, Gap year then Carolina Mahecha, Mill Bay, BC, Arts Jess Hooper, Canmore, AB, University of British Columbia, BC, University of Waterloo, Queen’s University, ON, Okanagan, BC, Arts ON, Environmental Engineering Adil Nygaard, Chicago, IL, Science: Psychology Gap year in Denmark, then Danielle LaFreniere, Sarah Manney, Lantzville, BC, Stanford University, CA, Liberal Marise Hopkins, Dar-es- Dhahran, Saudi Arabia , Stanford University, CA, Liberal Arts & Science: Biology Salaam, Tanzania, University of Queen’s University, ON, Arts: Economics & Political Toronto, Mississauga, ON, Arts: Engineering Science Aine O’Dwyer, Port Alberni, Political Science BC, Queen’s University, ON, Jessica Lai, Hong Kong, Gillian Marvel, New Science Jack Hughes, Okotoks, AB, University of Southern Westminster, BC, Queen’s University of Calgary, AB, Arts California, CA, Architecture University, ON, Science Geraldine Odaibo, Grande Prairie, AB, The King’s Shawn Hung, Tokyo, Japan , Joe Laing, Vancouver, BC, Nambi Mbaja, Fort McMurray, University College, AB, University of California, San Queen’s University, ON, AB, Queen’s University, ON, Commerce Diego, CA, Engineering Science Arts Addison Paton, Cobble Hill, Sean Jack, Victoria, BC, Joanna Lancashire, Port Shannon McBride, Chipman, BC, Simon Fraser University, Queen’s University, ON, Macqarie, Australia, Gap year AB, University of Waterloo, BC, Film Studies Commerce to travel then applying to Law ON, Science in the United Kingdom Claire Peterson, Canmore, Hilary Jay, Kuala Lumpur, Rowan McClave, Calgary, AB, AB, Gap year to work Malaysia, McGill University, Liam Laturnus, Nanaimo, BC, Hawaii Pacific University, HI, and travel, then Queen’s QC, Arts University of British Columbia, Oceanography University, ON, Arts Vancouver, BC, Arts Jupmann Kandhola, Calgary, Donovan McKillop, Parksville, Chris Petrone, Edmonton, AB, AB, McGill University, QC, Arts Calvin Lau, Banff, AB, BC, University of Victoria, BC, University of British Columbia, & Science University of Calgary, AB, Engineering Vancouver, BC, Engineering Computer Science Jacky Keele, Calgary, AB, Chantei McMaster, Bangkok, Niko Praun, Munich, Queen’s University, ON, Arts: Thailand, University of Germany, University of Psychology Manchester, UK, Political Victoria, BC, Commerce Science & International Relations

64 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Miranda Prekaski, Delta, BC, Bronwen Sawers, Joshua Stephenson, Bath, Tommy Wei, Richmond, BC, Brock University, ON, Child & Vancouver, BC, Western England, Quest University, University of Toronto, ON, Youth Care University, ON, Arts & BC, Liberal Arts Chemical Engineering Humanities Hye Young Ra, Seoul, Korea, Brendan Strasdin, Grande Blair Weintraub, New York, The Cooper Union for the Keaton Scarabelli, Prairie, AB, Queen’s NY, Bates College, ME, Liberal Advancement of Arts and Vancouver, BC, Queen’s University, ON, Arts Arts: Economics Science, NY, Engineering University, ON, Arts Esmé Stumborg, Vancouver, Madison Wheaton, Regina, Sam Ratzke, Canmore, AB, Jasper Schmielau, Bremen, BC, Gap year, then McGill Saskatchewan, Glion Gap year to pursue cycling, Germany, Northeastern University, QC, Arts: Institute of Higher Education, then Carleton University, ON, University, MA, Liberal Arts: International Relations Switzerland, Hospitality Engineering N.U. In Programme, London, Management UK Shiv Sundar, Durban, Kadon Ricord, Duncan, BC, South Africa, University of Max Wheaton, Saskatoon, University of Fraser Valley, Rickus Senekal, Grande Saskatchewan, SK, Arts SK, University of British BC, Aviation Prairie, AB, University Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Arts of Victoria, BC, Software Nicole Thompson, Khalil Rodriguez, Victoria, Engineering Vancouver, BC, University of Jarl Whist, North Vancouver, BC, Quest University, BC, British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Gap year, then Queen’s Liberal Arts Mack Sharpe, Whistler, Arts University, ON, Arts BC, Guelph University, ON, Sameer Rodriguez, Victoria, Science: Wildlife Biology & Henri Van Rooy, Campbell Sabrina Willsey, Grande BC, Quest University, BC, Conservation River, BC, Queen’s University, Prairie, AB, University of Liberal Arts: Economics ON, Science Alberta, AB, Science Thomas Shaw, Vancouver, Kelsey Sage, Cobble Hill, BC, Queen’s University, ON, Erin Vos, Keg River, AB, Nicholas Wilson, Mill Bay, BC, Gap year in Australia, Arts University of East Anglia, UK, BC, Queen’s University, ON, then Western University, ON, Medicine Engineering Social Sciences or University Jeen Snidvongs Na of Dundee, Scotland, Politics Ayudhaya, Bangkok, Nicholas Walker, Campbell Andrew Yehia, West & International Relations Thailand, New York River, BC, University College Vancouver, BC, Camosun University, NY, Engineering Dublin, Ireland, Medicine College, BC, Hospitality Thomas Sambell, Whistler, Management BC, Queen’s University, ON, Lucy Stanford, Fort St. John, Rachel Webster, Kelowna, Commerce BC, Gap year, then University BC, Queen’s University, ON, Frank Zhang, Shanghai, of Victoria, BC, Social Sciences Arts: Political Science China, University of Toronto, Mississauga, ON, Social Science

Get to Know the OBE | Dugald Smith (Rogers ’85)

CURRENT CITY Victoria, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY BC Government, Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, Director Lands FAVOURITE HOBBY / WAY TO SPEND TIME WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS Sailing and skiing, often with brothers Malcolm (’82) and Alec (’91). FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY AND/OR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD COURSE / ART / SPORT? Rugby Tour France 1984. DESCRIBE YOUR BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Broadened my horizons WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE AN INCOMING BRENTWOOD STUDENT? Roll up your sleeves and go all in!

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 65 Welcome New Faculty

Ashley Beatty Graeme Campbell Ashley Beatty joined Graeme Campbell has the school in the role of joined the faculty as Senior Assistant Houseparent Mathematics teacher. He for Hope House as well as has taught Mathematics, teaching French. Ashley Science and Technology on comes to us from Ridley Bowen Island BC, in Cold Lake College in St. Catharines, Alberta and, most recently, Ontario where she was the at Queen Margaret’s School Grade 6 homeroom and here on the Island. Graeme Kindergarten French teacher and worked as a rowing completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) coach and Residential Don for two years. Prior to Ridley degree from Carleton University before joining the Faculty College, she taught in the languages and physical education of Education at the University of Ottawa. Graeme has a departments at Branksome Hall and Greenwood College keen interest in technology, robotics, photography and School in Toronto, Ontario. Ashley has a B.A. from Queen’s videography. University and a B.Ed. from Brock University. She joins us with her family: husband Simon (see below), and baby Mario DeSandoli daughter Lauren (one year). Mario DeSandoli joined Brentwood in September Simon Beatty as one of two Grade 8 Prep Simon Beatty joined Programme teachers. Mario Brentwood in September joins us from Dwight School teaching AP Government Canada in Shawnigan Lake and Politics, International where he has spent the last Relations, and Grade 9 five years. Born and raised Socials, coaching rowing and in the small town of 100 Mile doing duty in Rogers. Simon House in the Cariboo region of B.C., Mario attended UVIC and comes to us from Ridley graduated with a Bachelor of Education in 2002. He grew up College in St. Catharines, playing competitive hockey, soccer, badminton and fastball and Ontario where he spent the last five years as a Housemaster, currently gets his sports fix through coaching. He has taught Social Studies teacher and coach. Simon has a B.Ed. from U nearly every mathematics course from Grade 8 to Grade 12 of T and a university background in politics and economics. as well as Science, Physical Education, and English classes. We welcome Mario, his wife Marianna, and their two energetic boys, Luca (5) and Massimo (3) to the Brentwood campus.

66 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Wendy Patel of her degree was spent concentrating on Art Education. Julie also holds a Design Diploma from the Pacific Design Grade 8 Programme Academy, has experience as a design consultant and has Coordinator, Mrs. Wendy studied at the Victoria College of Art and Vancouver Island Patel is a graduate of the School of Art. Julie moves from her travel role last year to University of British Columbia act as Assistant Instructor for Design 11 and as the Grade where she majored in 8 Foundation Art teacher. Geography and minored in Languages. Wendy’s first teaching contract took her Sharon Hall to Africa where she worked in Sharon Hall attended Simon Zimbabwe for three years teaching A levels in Geography, Fraser University for her Economics and English. Upon her return to Canada she undergraduate degree with landed at Shawnigan Lake School where she worked as a majors in History, Political teacher, Rowing Coach and House Director. She then moved Science and French. Her to Vancouver where she worked at St. George’s School teaching experience is teaching Grade 11 and 12 Earth Science and Geography varied with everything from before moving to West Point Grey Academy where she French 8-12, Socials Studies acted as the home room 5 -11, and for the last 9 years, teacher for Grade 5 through French Immersion in the Cowichan School District. Sharon 7 classes. is teaching French at the school this year. In her free time Sharon enjoys assorted outdoor activities that the Julie Luna Cowichan Valley offers in abundance. Julie received her B.A. in Art History from the University of Victoria, where the last year

Get to Know the OBE | Michael Brown (Ellis ’02)

CURRENT CITY Edmonton, AB CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Coles Bay Capital / Managing Principal / Finance WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL IN THE BRENTWOOD CAFETERIA? Grilled cheese sandwiches. When the cafeteria wasn’t serving them, our blazer pockets happened to fit two slices of bread and some cheese just perfectly, for a quick grill back at Ellis. ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY? IF YES, WHO AND WHY? Many. The McCarthys as surrogate parents, Tim Zenker on university, history and grammar, Rob MacLean and Jim Ganley provided some very important teachable moments on respect, humility etc. And of course, had Edna Widenmaier not taught us The Canterbury Tales, I wouldn’t have had anything to chat up my book-loving wife with. WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST PERSONAL CHANGE FROM YOUR FIRST DAY AT BRENTWOOD, TO YOUR GRADUATION DAY? Other than growing half a foot, I would say gaining confidence among my peers. Candidly, I was a bit nervous and insecure when I first arrived in grade nine. Coming back to Canada after eight years overseas was a bit of an adjustment, and one I wanted to do in high school rather than university.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 67 Alumni Update

Special thanks to our Old Brentonians Executive (OBE) who are featured throughout the pages of the magazine. The OBE played a key role in the success of the inaugural Networking Reception, and provide input and develop strategies so Brentwood can continue to engage our alumni in meaningful ways. This group of 17 volunteers have also demonstrated their commitment by providing support to our Annual Giving Programme, and I hope many of you consider joining them in our community of donors. Enjoy ‘getting to know’ the OBE in this edition of the Brentonian!

Finally, and in the spirit of De Manu in Manum, I am delighted to introduce Reesa Hinks, Brentwood’s Alumni Relations Coordinator. Reesa is the point person for all alumni Stephanie Young, (left) and Reesa Hinks. events, activities and inquiries. Reesa has an extensive It is such a pleasure to work with Old Brentonians across background in event planning, volunteer management, and the globe! 2013-2014 was a terrific year for Brentwood communications, and she will be a tremendous asset to alumni with 20 events across three continents and more our Alumni Relations programme and Advancement team than 700 event attendees. The numbers are encouraging here at Brentwood. and reinforce that Brentonians share a bond and a deep We look forward to seeing you in-person at an upcoming fondness for their school, with an interest in connecting event, or connecting online through our different alumni with old friends and making new contacts. networks! Highlights of the year include the success of our regional Best wishes, receptions, our university pub nights, our events in Asia, Careers Day, support from alumni at Regatta and other athletic events (in-person and streaming online), and our annual Summer Reunion weekend. Perhaps the Stephanie Young most notable event of the year was the Inaugural Career [email protected] Networking Reception hosted by past parent and Governor, Associate Director of Advancement Dan Jarvis, at the Vancouver Club last fall (see page 72). We look forward to the second annual Networking Reception this November, hosted by Governor Dale Martin (Ellis ’78) DID YOU KNOW THERE WERE 20 ALUMNI EVENTS, and we will continue to seek additional ways to harness the IN 15 CITIES OVER 3 CONTINENTS, AND MORE THAN power of the Brentwood alumni network through events 700 EVENT ATTENDEES OVER THE 2013-2014 YEAR? and activities.

68 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Alumni Events 2014/2015

EVENT LOCATION DATE London, UK Reception The Carpenters Arms Monday, October 6th, 2014 Edmonton Reception Royal Mayfair Golf Club Wednesday, October 8th, 2014 Valleyview Room Calgary Reception The Glencoe Club Thursday, October 9th, 2014 West Room San Francisco Reception 2 Embarcadero Center Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014 JAMS Office Young Alum Toronto Pub Night The 3 Brewers Thursday, October 30th, 2014 Young Alum Halifax Pub Night Tempo Food & Drink Saturday, November 1st, 2014 Young Alum Montreal Pub Night Winnie’s Restaurant Sunday, November 2nd, 2014 Young Alum Kingston Pub Night Lone Star Texas Grill Monday, November 3rd, 2014 Downtown Vancouver Networking Reception The Vancouver Club Monday, November 17th, 2014 Victoria Alumni Night Out* Thursday, January 22nd, 2015 Seattle Reception* Tuesday, February 3rd, 2015 Brentwood Musical T. Gil Bunch Centre February 25th-28th, 2015 The Boy Friend Brentwood Campus Careers Day Brentwood Campus Saturday, February 28th, 2015 Hong Kong Reception Private Residence, Consul General Thursday, March 26th, 2015 of Canada in Hong Kong Homecoming at Brentwood Regatta April 25th, 2015 Alumni Reception at Regatta T. Gil Bunch Centre Saturday, April 25th, 2015 Brentwood Campus Vancouver Reception The Vancouver Rowing Club Thursday, May 14th, 2015 CSSRA Championships St. Catharines, ON June 5th-7th, 2015 Toronto Reception* Monday, June 8th, 2015 Alumni Reunion Weekend Brentwood Campus July 3rd-5th, 2015

*Venue to be confirmed

Get to Know the OBE | Jessica (Purdy) Rozitis (Alex ’88) CURRENT CITY Vancouver, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY McNeill Nakamoto Recruitment Group / Production Manager / Corporate staffing DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD TODAY IN THREE WORDS Inspiring, modern, influential WHAT SET YOUR CLASS APART FROM OTHERS? As John Allpress told me at our 20 year class reunion, “you were a bunch of rogues.” ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY? IF YES, WHO AND WHY? Gil Bunch, John Allpress, Bill Ross. They were always there for me when I needed support. WHY SHOULD OLD BRENTONIANS CONSIDER ATTENDING AN EVENT AND GETTING INVOLVED WITH THEIR SCHOOL? We all share a common bond. Brentwood is a community. Brentwood is a family.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 69 1983 30th Reunion

1983 REUNION September 21, 2013 Brentwood Campus

Keg Spirit Golf Foundation Tourney

KEG SPIRIT GOLF FOUNDATION September 8, 2014 Shaughnessy Country Club Grant Gillies (’81), Bud Patel, George Killy (’64), John Allpress, Bruce Carlson (’64) and Blair Horn (’79). The event was hosted by David Aisenstat (’74).

Get to Know the OBE | Caroline Kenning (Alex ’03)

CURRENT CITY Vancouver, BC EMPLOYMENT Accountant, KPMG FAVOURITE HOBBY Summer league softball WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL IN THE BRENTWOOD CAFETERIA? Breakfast after early morning rowing. DESCRIBE YOUR BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Busy, fun, teamwork WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? I believe in staying connected with an institution and the people that taught me very much.

70 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 San Francisco London, UK Reception Reception

October 22, 2013 JAMS Office Hosted by Bruce and Susan Edwards February 20, 2014 Lamb & Flag Pub (Trevor, Grade 11 and Toria, Grade 10) Ulas Zeyrek (’13), Emilia Gibson (’13), Rick Rodrigues, Rona Mitchell Paul Bosco (’09), Eleanor Welsh (’09), Andre Coquillard (’09). (’09), Patrick Johnston (’06), Lindsay Maclean (’98). Eastern Canada University Tour

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VICTORIA RECEPTION January 23, 2014 Vista 18, Chateau Victoria 5 Lauren Garvey (’98), Eileen Mais, Naomi (Melhuish) Larkins (’98), Tom Pennells (’98), Lee Ferreira (’98). 1 Sarah Jackson (’10), Donna Decker. 6 Judith Schulz (’73), Bud Patel. 2 Anne Glommen, Sarah Mais. 7 Ben Butterfield (’82); Michael Donegani (’76). 3 Daniel Evans (’13), Robert Lauchlan (’13), Eryn White (’13). 8 Natalie Carr (’11), Tony Carr. 4 Sarah Mais, Sarah Matheson (’11), Eileen Mais, Deirdre Huestis (’11), Virginia Reynolds (’11), Alia Villanueva (’12), Natasha Mansueti (’06), Tammie (Morrison) Toriglia (’79); Front row: Christina Mansueti (’10), Megan Toriglia (’09).

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TORONTO RECEPTION June 14, 2014 Private Residence 1 Sam Walker, Annabelle Glass (’07), Kelly Heezinga (’07). 2 Rebekah Price (’13), Timothy Liu (’13), Simone Van Rooy (’13). 3 Bud Patel visits with the Honourable Alastair Gillespie, P.C., O.C., Class of 1941, at his home in Toronto.

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CAREERS DAY March 1, 2014 Brentwood Campus 1 Andrea (Flemming) Hudson (’00), Dan Hudson. 2 Michael Brown (’02). 3 Back row: Tim Summers, Chris Redcliffe (’03), Noud Huis in’t Veld (’12), Philipp Postrehovsky (’00), Brock Harris (’93); Middle row: Sara Jackson (’10), Ryan McElgunn (’93), Georgia Murray (’02), Amelia (Payne) Birch (’01), Sean Birch, Michael Brown (’02); Front row: Andrea Norlund (’06), Dan Hudson, Andrea (Flemming) Hudson (’00), Jonathan Aitken (’89), Fainula Kurji 3 Rodriguez.

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TOKYO RECEPTION March 22, 2014 Tokyo American Club TAIPEI RECEPTION March 23, 2014 Caesar Park Hotel 1 Akiko Maeda, Hanako Okana (’05), John Allpress, Dr. Shoji 4 Derek Yu, Kevin Yu, Mei-Huei Kao, Joyce Yu, Sandy Yu, John Maeda, Bud Patel. Allpress, Dr.Kuo-Liang Wei, Bud Patel, Eddie Tsai (’85), Alex 2 Michio Kobayashi (’98), Bud Patel, Taichi Yonega (’00), Nanato Tsai, Hsi-Ya Chen. Yonega, John Allpress. 5 Eddie Tsai (’85), Belinda Wu (’01), John Allpress, Sam Reynolds 3 Back row: Bud Patel, Chiyo Nakatani, John Allpress, Hideo (’07). Nakatani, Kayoko Nakatani; Front row: Yusuke Nakatani, Shinsuke Nakatani.

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HONG KONG RECEPTION March 27, 2014 3 Bobby Pau (’03), Andrew Chow (’96), Brian Lee (’96), John Allpress, Residence of the Consul General of Canada Joyce Tsui (’97), Danny Sit (’95), Rex Wong (’98), Renee Chan (’02). 1 Bobby Pau (’03), Renee Chan (’02), Vincent Li (’04), Rex Wong 4 Jennifer Normand-Wilmer, Greg Hagen, Pam Hagen, David (’98). Woodward (’99). 2 Andrew Chow (’96), Brian Lee (’96), Joyce Tsui (’97), Danny Sit 5 Fergus Wilmer, Bud Patel, Richard Thorp. (’95), Rex Wong (’98).

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ALUMNI REUNION July 3-5, 2015

Old Brentonians are welcomed back to campus for a fun-filled weekend reliving your favourite Brentwood memories! All alumni are welcome to attend as we celebrate milestone reunions for the classes of 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, and 2005.

Gorgeous Waterfront Campus | Gourmet Food | Dorm Accommodations (just like old times!) | Childcare available & fun for the family Plenty of activities including rowing, kayaking, stand-up paddling, oceanfront yoga, tennis, lawn games, wine tastings, and of course, storytelling!

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Alison (Wynne) Best (Mackenzie, Anne (Stone) Muir ’87), continues to make waves in the (Alex, ’76) was appointed business of tourism. “Visit Oakland’s Executive Director for the small-but-mighty staff of nine is led Cowichan Therapeutic by President/CEO Alison Best, whose Riding Association (CTRA) 18 months at the helm have been nothing less than in November 2013. Anne’s game-changing. Best, who previously worked at visitors’ belief in the significant bureaus in Vancouver, Whistler and Santa Monica, has impact of the CTRA is created a new strategic plan, a new team and a new evident when she states: “I believe strongly that not- office in Jack London Square that tourists can access.” for-profit organizations play an important role in our Best’s passion and impressive leadership is being communities, creating a better place to live for all of our recognized and celebrated by the city’s committee citizens.” Her continued contribution to the non-profit members, while excitement continues to grow as sector has inspired many to follow in her philanthropic innovative initiatives take shape. path. To learn about the therapeutic services CTRA provides, visit: www.ctra.ca

Martin Barakso (Whittall, ’12 ), Adelaide Backer (Alex, ’10) and Nick Ridenour (Privett, ’13) met up at the Eva Shockey (Alex, ’06), daughter of acclaimed Eastern Sprints Rowing Championships, held on Lake outdoorsman and hunter, Jim Shockey, and his wife Quinsigamond, in Worcester, MA this past May. All Louise, was honoured with being featured on the May three went on to row at the IRA National Championships 2014 cover of Field & Stream Magazine. Since its first at the end of May. issue in 1885, Queen Elizabeth is the only other female to have graced the cover of this famous hunting, fishing Martin won the gold medal in the men’s coxed four at the and outdoor magazine. Highlighted in this issue is 2014 Under 23 World Rowing Championships in Varese, Eva’s love for hunting, her promotion of women getting Italy. This is Martin’s third appearance on the national involved, and her enthusiasm for the extraordinary team. Martin resumed rowing for Princeton University locations around the globe this sport has taken her. in fall 2014.

86 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Matt Sharpe (Ellis, ’09) represented Canada in Triathlon at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, finishing 4th.

Ryan McElgunn (Whittall, ’93) and daughter Isabel take On the same day, on to the slopes in Whistler this past skiing season. the same course, three Brentwood rowing Ryan Chen-Wing (Ellis, alumni raced at the ’93) spent the summer Clemson Invitational at Herstmonceux Castle Regatta. Claire in East Sussex, England. Vannelli (Hope, ’11), rowing for the Duke University, For the first six weeks Spencer Manton (Allard, ’13), rowing for the University he participated in of Indiana, and Ailish Tinney (Allard, ’13), rowing for British archaeology field Syracuse. school at the Bader International Study Centre, run by Queen’s University; and for the remaining six weeks, he Eric Jackson performed post-excavation work and research relating (Privett, ’10) for to his dig site. “It was an amazing experience: a mix of Northeastern an exchange term, summer camp, and travel around the University, United Kingdom.” Connor McGuigan Lauren Selman (Gwynneth, ’03) (Privett, ’10) for finished the ING NYC Marathon University of in 4:20:14, over 45 minutes faster Victoria and Ben than her previous race. Coull (Rogers, ’10) for University of British Columbia, participated in Canada’s Under 23 National Team Identification Camp. Ben was selected as one of eight UBC rowers to be part of the Canadian contingent competing at the World University Rowing Championships in Gravelines, France, running from September 12th-14th, 2014.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 87 Alex Lukas (Ellis, ’11) has been commended for Brendan Hodge (Whittall, ’03) participated in Canada’s his work with NASA. He was a member of the MIT Senior team training camp held in Italy this past graduate/undergraduate student team on the 2013 summer before leaving for Amsterdam for the 2014 NASA/MIT Epic Design Challenge entitled “Sustaining Senior World Rowing Championships. Brendan is sitting Humans on Mars – Habitat Design.” These students in bow seat of Canada’s Sr Lightweight Men’s straight were responsible for understanding the technical four. details of a series of very complex engineering design challenges facing the safety of long duration human space exploration and then transforming these lectures At the 2014 Royal Canadian Henley Regatta there were a into short 20-minute lectures for high-school students, plethora of alumni athletes competing at all levels. making the subjects exciting and inspiring. Brendan Hodge (Whittall, ’03) competing for the An Act of Kindness London National Training Centre, placed second in the Championship pair by 0.4 seconds and then placed 3rd NICK PROWSE in the Championship 8+. In 2005 just before he died, David Mackenzie had a visit from two Old Brentonians – Dickie Day (Ellis, Ben Coull (Rogers, ’10) rowing for the University of ’64) and David McIllveen (Privett, ’70). They had British Columbia in the Under 23 Men’s pair (semi) and driven up to Vancouver from the Seattle area and spent Senior Men’s 4- (6th). Ben raced in the Championship several hours reminiscing with David about his life 8+ with his University Games Men’s 8+. A few troubles and how he came to be the “new” Brentwood’s founding at the 1250 moved them out of first spot and they Headmaster. During the course of their conversation, eventually finished 6th. David talked about his experiences representing Great

Britain in the 1600 meter relay at the 1948 Olympics in Connor McGuigan (Privett, ’10) rowing for the London. During the two week period of the track and University of Victoria, did not place in the U23 single, field competition he became friends with Bob Mathias, however, in an amazing race, Connor and his team the 17 year old sensation from California, who won gold mates won the gold in the Under 23 Men’s 8+. in the Decathalon (he won gold again in the same event in the 1952 Helsinki Olympics). David told Dickie and Rebekah Price (Hope, ’13) rowing for the Don Rowing David that he and Bob had swapped souvenirs at the Club, made it the semifinals in both the Under 23 closing ceremonies but then had lost touch. The two Lightweight Women’s double and single. Old Brentonians thought it would be fun to contact Bob Mathias, who had subsequently enjoyed a long Ciara Multari (Hope, ’13) rowing for the Detroit Rowing and successful career in the US Congress as the senior Club won two gold medals in the Under 23 Women’s 8+ Senator for the State of California. When he got home, and the Senior Women’s 8+ 500 m Dash. Dickie Day found Bob Mathias’ telephone number and rang him to tell him about David Mackenzie. Bob Tom Griffith (Rogers, ’14) rowing for the Don Rowing Mathias said that he was delighted to get news of David Club, placed 6th out of 64 entries in the Under 19 Men’s after all these years and that he would phone him which coxed four. he did the next day! David, of course, was thrilled.

88 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Marshall Farris (Whittall, ’83) and his wife Angelica, completed a service trip to Peru with their charity, the Ascenta Foundation, this past June, bringing medical attention to over 1,900 patients from 5 mountainside communities, over the span of 4 days. Perched on the side of a mountain at a 3,400 meter elevation, their mission site community Cotabambas, was a 6 hour drive southwest of Cusco. The Ascenta team of 22 Canadian doctors and nurses were joined by a local group of doctors to perform medical, dental, and optometry services on anyone in need, 50% of whom were children. The Ascenta Foundation Board continues (From left to right) Class of 1974:Norm Fraser, Brodie to work hard to organize future missions and initiatives Cupples, David Aisenstat, Kevin Hodgson and Kip to raise funds to help make a difference in the lives of Woodward at their 40 year reunion. children, adults and seniors around the world. To learn more about the Ascenta Foundation please visit: www.ascentafoundation.com Judith Harder (Hilton, ’77) and Brenda Barootes (Hilton, ’78) met up in Vancouver, B.C. this past May to complete the BMO Half Marathon. Despite the rain, the two had a fantastic time. “Wet and cold, but we did it!” This was the second half marathon they completed together this year.

Mark Zhong (Whittall, ’10) graduated from the University of Southern With a Master’s degree in California with a B.S. in Business Administration, Biomedical Engineering Brentwood graduate and with cum laude Benjamin Felix (Whittall, honors. Currently, ’06) has taken on the role of Mark is pursuing an Alumni Mentor for his alma accelerated, one-year mater, Carleton University. M.S. in Biomedical Benjamin’s diverse academic Engineering, also from USC. After the completion of background makes him the perfect candidate to guide his Master’s degree, Mark will be working full-time current university students through the transitional for PricewaterhouseCoopers in Los Angeles as a period between graduating and securing a position Management Consulting Associate in their Advisory in today’s job market. Benjamin also volunteers as a practice. youth basketball coach, delivers Junior Achievement programs, and sits on the board of directors of Families Matter Co-operative.

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Brooke Phillips (Alex, ’04) was married to Jordan Keavy Martin (Alex, ’00) married Richard Van Camp McGarvey on the 17th of May, in beautiful Shawnigan on February 14, 2014 in Edmonton, with Annie Mullins Lake. Accompanied by her five Brentonian bridesmaids, (Alex, ’00) as Maid of Honour. The wedding took place Emma Head (Alex, ’09), Lindsay Muir (Alex, ’04), at the Edmonton Scottish Society Hall, which is also Kyla Muir (Alex, ’06), Julia Allard (Mackenzie, where aunt of the bride, Kelly Killeen (Alex, ’84) ’04), and Alison (Fraser) Anderson (Alex, ’04), the was married some years ago. Other Brentonians in beautiful bride walked down the aisle to her university attendance included Jennifer Wheeler (Mackenzie, ’00), sweetheart in a heartfelt chapel ceremony. The couple Lindsay (Dutton) Durgan (Alex, ’79), Michael Martin shared their special day with many other Brentwood (Rogers, ’78), Tom Martin (Rogers, ’03), Liz Kreutziger alumni, including Cathy (Stone) Head (Hilton, ’78), (Gwynneth, ’03), Christine (Dutton) MacKinnon (Alex, Taren Phillips (Alex, ’02), Logan Phillips (Privett, ’83), Barclay Martin (Alex, ’05), Jen (MacLean) Millar ’05), Mark Phillips (Rogers, ’75), Jim Stone (Whittall, (Alex, ’97), and Rob and Joyce MacLean. ’70), Anne (Stone) Muir (Alex, ’76), Jane Stone (Hilton, ’76), Stacey Gilham (Mackenzie, ’04), Andrea Norlund (Alex, ’06), and Branlin Shockey (Privett, ’04). Brooke is fulfilling her dream of teaching for both the CVSD and Shawnigan Lake School, while her husband works as an industrial electrician.

Eva Shockey (Alex, ’06 ) and former NHL, current KHL hockey player, Tim Brent, were engaged on May 21st, 2014, while visiting Eva’s family home on Vancouver Island, B.C. Tim on one knee, with a bottle of champagne and a gorgeous ring, were the last stop on a treasure hunt he had arranged for Eva, ending in the Shockey’s garden. This proposal was years in the making, as minutes after meeting each other two years previous, a phone

90 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 call was made by Tim to a close friend, claiming he was Samantha Baxter (Alex, ’01) & Matt Foulger (Whittall, one day going to “marry this girl.” Eva’s answer was an ’01) were married at the Fraser River Lodge in Agassiz, enthusiastic “Yes,” and the couple plan to wed in June, BC on July 12th, 2014 with 16 Old Brentonians in 2015. The nuptials will take place in the same location as attendance! their engagement, in the company of close friends and family.

Elizabeth Anton (Mackenzie, ’99), married Edward Morrison, of Peterborough, Ontario, on July 5th, 2014 at St. Mary’s Kerrisdale Anglican Church in Vancouver B.C. The couple held their reception at the Vancouver Convention Centre, where many Brentwood alumni were in attendance, including Adrienne Buckingham (Mackenzie, ’99), Nadia (Wechselberger) Rowe (Mackenzie, ’99), Rebecca Kinkead (Mackenzie, ’99), Niamh Murphy (Mackenzie, ’99), Brent Rein (Ellis, ’99) and Ian Gove (Ellis, ’99) (virtually).

Get to Know the OBE | Grant Gillies (Rogers ’81) West Vancouver, BC

CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Real Estate Development WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? It means I have been sent off into the world with all of the right tools to be caring, sympathetic and successful in all parts of life. ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY? IF YES, WHO AND WHY? Apart from everyone I met, Gil Bunch because he gave me incredible insight on myself and how I should conduct myself professionally. He also taught me to have faith in my decisions. John Allpress ,because he taught me the importance of integrity and he could play a mean bass. Garvey and Simons, because they brought levity to the school environment. WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? Because it takes in great kids with amazing potential and sends off finely-tuned young adults into the world who will make a difference in so many ways. The world needs more Brentonians!

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Malcolm Howard Jenna and (Ellis, ’01) and his wife Jordan Warner, Erika, welcomed son faculty members Gavin Howard on and Assistant March 18th. Houseparents in Alex, welcomed the newest member of Alex house, Finley Jade Warner, on July 7th at 1:56pm. Baby Finley weighed a healthy 7 lbs 11 oz and was 20.5” long.

Naomi (Melhuish) Mark Wismer, faculty Larkins (Alex, ’98) and and Ellis Assistant her husband welcomed Houseparent and daughter Adria Ulrika Drevniok, Magnolia Beth Larkins school nurse, on May 8th at 1:35am. welcomed Niall The whole family, Joseph Wismer including big brother Nathan, and proud grandmother, on August 18th, at Beth Melhuish, are thrilled! 10:06pm. A very healthy 10lbs, 5 oz.

Get to Know the OBE | Chris (Terry) Van Vliet (Rogers ’81)

CURRENT CITY Vancouver, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Westjet / Pilot / Travel FAVOURITE HOBBY / WAY TO SPEND TIME WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS Flying / travelling / adventuring / enjoying good Scotch and/or good wine in good company. FAVOURITE COURSE It’s a tie between Burrows’ Math and Bunch’s English. FAVOURITE SPORT Rugby (of course). WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? When I hear the term “Brentonian” it signifies for me a strong sense of community, respect for and faith in your classmates and contemporaries, and hope for a bright future through ongoing efforts of the Brentwood staff. DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD TODAY IN THREE WORDS Journey of discovery

92 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Get to Know the OBE | Bruce Foreman (Ellis ’84) CURRENT CITY Vancouver, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Sponsorship and Events WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL AT THE BRENTWOOD CAFETERIA? A toss up between the Steak Tartare and Prawn Cocktail! WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? Some of my best friends to this day are from Brentwood and I wouldn’t trade that for anything. DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD TODAY IN THREE WORDS Diverse, stimulating, creative ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY? IF YES, WHO AND WHY? John Garvey. He’s my inspiration for still playing competitive soccer. WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? Despite the huge changes to the campus, I still consider Brentwood to be my school. WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT BRENTWOOD’S FUTURE? I believe the school is well-positioned to be a leading institution for years to come.

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Over the July 5 -7th, 2014 Alumni Reunion weekend, members of the Crew of 1974 gathered to celebrate 40 years since their crew, coached by Tony Carr, won the Canadian Nationals in St. Catharines. Six oarsmen from the Crew of 1974 got back on the water, with Tony and Yvonne Carr alongside in the coach boat, to commemorate their Crew, and their legacy. Right: Cameron Kring ’74, Tim Wiggins, Geoff Briggs ’77, Murray Reynolds ’75, Harold Backer ’80, Darrell Thierman ’74, Brodie Cupples ’74, Mike Wiggins ’74, Peter Scarrow ’69 (cowswain).

I agree that to have been a part of something so special, has REFLECTIONS FROM THE CREW gone well beyond just the physical act of rowing together. The Rowing with you guys this weekend really meant a lot to me, mutual respect, the tireless effort and the endless support that and brought back a ton of very warm memories! I am extremely nine schoolboys and one very gifted coach bestowed upon each blessed to have been (and continue to be) a part of something other 40 years ago, seems to remain very much alive today, as that “unfolded in a golden sliver of time long gone.” evidenced by the events of Saturday morning. Memories of our I feel honoured to have had shared that experience with each of times together always bring me immense joy and the feeling of you and to be bound together forever by something that words elation when confirmation of our win came over the loud speakers cannot express but which each of us understands. You had to in St. Catharines, has never been equalled. Being part of the Crew be there to get it, and we were. Each one of us connected in that of ’74 remains one of my proudest achievements. place and time, and in this present moment. It was a joy to look I am most grateful to my parents for making Brentwood College into each of your eyes again, and see a teammate who went available to me and equally grateful to have been received, guided there for and with me. and encouraged by both the teachers and the student body For all of us. Together. That is something I will always carry with during my short stay, which allowed for such indelible memories me in my heart. to be created. ✁ —Cameron Kring —Mike Wiggins

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Karen Louise Reynolds (1983) passed away at home brother Ken came to Victoria. Art attended Brentwood in Gainesville, Florida, on September 17th, 2013 at College, graduating in 1948, and was co-winner of the the age of 48. She was born in Toronto, Ontario, on Yarrow Shield, for scholastic/athletic excellence and the February 13th, 1965, and attended school at Lethbridge Powell Cup for citizenship. Art will be remembered as in AB, and Brentwood College School in B.C. Karen and a true gentleman, for his quiet strength, intelligence, her family lived in Calgary, AB, Salt Spring Island, B.C., eternal kindness, great dignity and courtesy, and above and Brisbane, Australia, before moving to Florida. She all his love for family. He will be sorely missed by family succumbed after a hard fought, 13 year battle with and friends in Canada and overseas. breast cancer. Karen was a gentle, loving soul and an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be forever It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of missed by her family and friends. William James “Jim” Burrows, a beloved husband, wonderful father and grandfather, loving brother, Daniel Westinghouse (1969) passed away on December and exceptional teacher. Jim contributed 50 years of 13th, 2013 at the age of 63. Dan was an incredibly service to Brentwood College School in Mill Bay, and creative and imaginative person who loved to share played a major role in shaping it into the progressive his life adventures through his countless stories. His and innovative school it is today. As a youth, Jim was generosity of spirit was especially felt by the multitude involved with the Boys Brigade, and upon arrival to of young people in his life, from teaching many how to Canada became involved with the Cowichan Valley drive a standard truck, to letting the little ones steer the Rugby Club. He will be greatly missed. excavator. Dan’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of all those lives he touched. His spirit will continue through sharing his stories and remembering him as a loving, kind, thoughtful and generous husband, brother, uncle and friend. Dan was truly a genuine “one of a kind” man.

Arthur Curtis Bridge (1948) passed away peacefully in the company of both his children, Old Brentonians came from far and wide to attend Jim and with the love of many Burrows’ Celebration of Life. (From left to right)Mike family and friends on March Hicks (Senior, ’70), Ivor Ford, Nick Prowse, David 31, 2014. Art was born and Mackenzie (Rogers, ’69), David Minty (1968), David grew up in Tianjin, China. At McIlveen (Privett, ’70), D’Arcy Boulton (1968), Phil Ross age 17 he and his younger (Privett, ’70), Joel Cotter (Ellis, ’70), Howard Martin.

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Angela (Baxter) Santoro | ALEX ’98 highly contentious custody battles at work. The stress and Navigating career transition and work-life integration emotional encumbrance started to impact Angela and her wellbeing. With seven months remaining in her pregnancy,

To say Angela (Baxter) Santoro (Alex ’98) thrives when Angela took a risk, followed her gut, and ultimately left the busy is an understatement. Angela, a lawyer-turned- practice of law… for now. “I made what some would call entrepreneur working- a crazy decision to quit my secure job while two months mom of two girls under pregnant, knowing full well I was unlikely to get hired four, graduated from somewhere else until a year after I had my baby.”

Brentwood in 1998 Never one to rest on her laurels, Angela set about connecting (sister, Samantha with others to learn about the details and nuances of Baxter, graduated different career options: “I probably had 50+ lunches with in 2001) and her various people in different industries trying to figure out Bachelor of Commerce what they loved about their jobs/businesses and whether and degree in Law, it might be a good fit for me. Nobody at university ever both from Queen’s discussed the daily realities of various jobs. Every profession University, followed. just had a shiny title, like Lawyer, Doctor, Engineer, and Angela returned often the reality of those jobs is very different than students Photo: Sharalee Prang Photography to Vancouver, her imagine.” Angela admits that it took time to let go of the hometown, and practiced commercial litigation for three notion that she was required to keep practicing law because years, and family law at Jenkins Marzban Logan for two years. that was what she studied at university, “I’ve learned that Like many driven young professionals, Angela worked long attending university and getting a degree can be a stepping hours and demonstrated strong commitment to her clients stone to many unique and and her firm. Angela quickly varied things.” discovered how much she In stark contrast to previous enjoyed the reading, writing, generations, it has been The support from Angela’s and theory of law; however, husband, Mike Santoro the day-to-day battles with predicted that Millennials (Privett ’97) and her family, opposing counsel in the will have six to eight different coupled with the advice from litigation process, and later trusted and experienced careers in their lifetime. the heartache of family law friends and contacts helped began to take its toll. give Angela the courage to make the transition to Despite her love of law and having wonderful colleagues entrepreneur. Angela, together with a few like-minded and mentors in the workplace, Angela gradually began to mothers and businesswomen, channeled her interest realize that the practice of law was not the right fit for her, in health, families, motherhood, and business into a or her young family. The “a-ha” moment occurred early in unique tradeshow showcasing eco-friendly, healthy, her second pregnancy when Angela was juggling several

96 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 active solutions for the whole family, and in 2014, the implement small changes in her family’s daily and weekly Healthy Family Expo was born. The event was enormously routine. Meal planning using fresh ingredients, involving successful: Angela and the team are expanding the event her daughters in meal preparation, and walking to daycare from North Vancouver to the Vancouver Convention Centre in lieu of driving are a few examples of these changes. in downtown Vancouver for their March 29, 2015 expo. Angela suggests that finding a bit of balance, rather than Angela’s vision of an engaging tradeshow (with a strict “no trying to “balance it all” is the key, and helps keep things in boring booth” rule for vendors) that helps move families perspective. “I’ve also learned to accept that there will be towards healthy, active, eco-friendly living has become a piles of laundry and dirty dishes in my house for at least reality. With Angela’s work ethic and business acumen, and the next 18 years – no point in worrying about it.” big brand sponsors like Whole Foods Market on side, the future of the Healthy Family Expo is bright. In stark contrast to previous generations, it has been predicted that Millennials will have six to eight different While Angela has found success in her new business, and careers in their lifetime. Angela’s courage, tenacity, enjoys a more flexible schedule allowing more time with research, and her ability to trust her instincts provide a her family, it presents its own set of challenges (ask anyone glowing example of a successful career transition. While who is running a business from their home with young the change was not without its challenges, Angela has now children). Furthermore, Angela admits it was easier to wear found a career that suits her skills, strengths, and interests, the label of “lawyer,” a widely understood and respected profession, rather than entrepreneur: “Stepping away from and she has set herself up for a more balanced, healthy a defined role in society (people know what a lawyer does work and family life. and how long you have to go to school to become one) to an entrepreneurial role is challenging because you have Angela’s advice to others who are considering to prove yourself all over again in a world where nobody different career paths: knows you.” ▫ Seek advice from trusted sources along the way, but always check in with your gut feelings. As the notion of “work-life balance” becomes obsolescent ▫ Take people out for lots of lunches. It’s a really and “work-life integration” becomes the norm, Angela is great investment in your future. ahead of the pack. One of the many reasons why she ▫ No decision is ever final and you can always is a great leader in her field is that she practices what change your mind, despite how impossible it she promotes via the Healthy Family Expo and aspires to might seem at the time. ▫ The benefit of a partner who is fully supportive of your transition cannot be overstated. ▫ If you make decisions worrying about what other people will think, or who you might upset, you’ll end up living a life that’s not your own and doesn’t bring you happiness.

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Claire Theaker-Brown | GWYNNETH ’02 anywhere in the world Merging ethical manufacturing practices – if we’re willing to ask with an entrepreneurial drive for it. I’ll be driven to advocate for supply Claire Theaker-Brown, Brentwood graduate from 2002 and Gwynneth House alum, takes time out of running chain transparency her busy Shanghai-based business, Flatter:Me Belts (soon until consumers expect to be UNbelts) to share her insights on entrepreneurship, it, and until garment ethical manufacturing standards, and life in Shanghai. businesses far larger CURRENT CITY: Shanghai, China than mine can be proud of their answers. EDUCATION/JOURNEY AFTER BRENTWOOD: Gap year to work, and to backpack in China; studied liberal arts at HOW DID YOU GET University of King’s College in Halifax from 2003-2005, STARTED IN BELT and transferred that year into the University of Alberta’s DESIGN? Honestly, I Claire (Gwynneth ’02) has harnessed the energy of the entrepreneurial industrial design program with a minor in Mandarin. When never wear regular belts – I community in Shanghai with her line of ethically manufactured no-bulk belts. I graduated in 2008, I moved to Shanghai with the Canada- find them too bulky. When China Scholars’ Exchange Program, and stayed to work at I realized I wasn’t alone, I a non-profit from 2009-2011. Founded Flatter:Me Belts in started experimenting with no-bump designs; when I 2011, and haven’t looked back! came up with something that didn’t show under t-shirts, I called it the Flatter:Me Belt and set to work finding retailers. The most rewarding part of my HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE BRAND? We’ve got twin job is showing customers ethical passions at Flatter:Me – increasing the functionality of manufacturing can happen a woman’s wardrobe, and showing that higher ethical standards can (and should) be expected from the garment anywhere in the world – if we’re industry.

willing to ask for it. EXPAND ON THE ETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICES YOUR COMPANY EMPLOYS. WHY WAS THIS A PRIORITY FOR YOU AND HOW HAS IT IMPACTED YOUR BUSINESS? Developing CURRENT EMPLOYER/POSITION/INDUSTRY: Founder, and implementing worker-centric business practices has Flatter:Me Belts (soon to be UNbelts), manufacturer/ been central to Flatter:Me from the start. Since moving distributor of ethically-made, no-bulk pant-keeper-uppers. to China, it’s really bothered me how little we expect of CAREER ASPIRATIONS: To make Canadians curious about Chinese-made products, given the beauty and quality who made their clothes, and under what conditions. that is actually available in boutiques and markets here My time in China has shown me that “Made In…” labels in Shanghai. In the years after I moved here, I began to don’t tell us enough about the quality or labour equity suspect that a lack of skilled workers wasn’t the problem behind a garment; the most rewarding part of my job is with the Made in China brand – and that it might be the showing customers ethical manufacturing can happen external pressure for low prices, huge quantities, and short

98 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 turnaround times that make it difficult for factory owners to prioritize their employees’ needs. We have a little studio factory just inside Shanghai, and we constantly hear from customers who love knowing that their belts are sewn by a fairly-compensated team. It’s been extraordinarily gratifying to see the increasing support for transparent manufacturing across the garment industry – companies like Everlane and Patagonia are helping to make real headway. For Flatter:Me (and soon, for UNbelts), every sale is a vote of confidence – and it’s a great feeling to be growing to the point where we can create jobs in Canada, too. a family with a lot of financial resources, so it was a luxury

WHAT GAVE YOU THE COURAGE TO START YOUR OWN and privilege to live and study at Brentwood. BUSINESS? There was a perfect storm of opportunities that WHAT ARE THE BEST ASPECTS OF LIVING IN allowed me to start my own business when I did. The low SHANGHAI? Shanghai’s the city where Westerners and (but climbing) cost of living, the proximity to suppliers, and Chinese nationals alike are coming to chase opportunities the spirit of collaboration above competition has made it they might not have had at home. There’s a sense here that a fabulous place to start a business – the entrepreneurial everybody is on some sort of adventure – and because community here is one of the things I’ll miss most when non-locals remember what it was like to be new, I’ve found we leave. it to be a very welcoming city. The dumplings are killer, too.

HOW DID BRENTWOOD SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE WHO ASPIRES PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY? Brentwood taught TO WORK/LIVE ABROAD? I would really encourage a new me to expect success instead of hope for it, which is expat to get involved in his or her new community as a real gift to a young person. I also began to realize at soon as possible. Volunteering, finding meet-up groups Brentwood that success comes in all forms. I graduated with shared interests, buying a bike and living centrally so with the confidence I needed to travel, to really invest in you’ve got no reason not to attend neat events – these all friendships, and to pursue opportunities that might seem made big differences to me, especially as I’m usually too out of reach. introverted to go to networking-specific events. I always FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY: So many. Off the find it’s easier and more fulfilling to figure out what you top of my head? Pre-inspection cleaning sprees with can contribute to your new city than focusing on how to my wonderful roommate, Alysha Dedhar; learning the swap business cards with the right people. Charleston for musical theatre; accidentally making the DESCRIBE A DAY IN THE LIFE OF CLAIRE THEAKER- Senior Women’s 8 row with square blades on whitecaps BROWN? On the best days, my husband brings me coffee when I was learning how to cox. Sorry, gals. in bed – he is a prince among men. Once I’m fuelled and WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? For me, outfitted, I jump on my scooter and drive in to the Former going to Brentwood meant having the luxury of developing French Concession to the lanehouse-turned-creative- myself in all ways at once – academically, artistically, and, workspace where I rent a desk. Every day is different for the first time, athletically. I’m an only child, and I loved – I might have supplier phone calls to make, packaging living with people my own age. Overall – I don’t come from to design, samples to approve, marketing campaigns to

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 99 Alumni Profiles CONTINUED plan... the list goes on. My wonderful Canadian office to China (a relief; I’ll be manager keeps me updated on wholesales, and makes missing my street-noodle sure our e-commerce customers are well taken care of. fix). I’m looking forward Every customer is an ambassador for the company, so to settling in Canada for a we do our best to make sure they’re delighted with their while, and deciding with my belts. It can all be a little overwhelming sometimes, so I husband where to take our meet weekly with the owners of two other businesses to next step. Whatever we’re set goals and help each other solve pressing issues. We’ve doing professionally, I’ll supported each other since the start of all of our ventures, want to be part of a diverse, and these ladies are my lifelines. creative community that’s working for social change. HOW DO YOU NURTURE YOUR CREATIVITY? As inspiring as Shanghai can be, it’s also really overstimulating WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE RECENT BRENTWOOD sometimes – 23 million is a lot of people. I need time by GRADS AS THEY CONSIDER THEIR NEXT STEP? Don’t rush! myself to recharge, and window shopping in quiet areas I was worried when I took a gap year, and when I added a for stationery, vintage anything, or craft supplies is a pretty year to my bachelor’s degree, that I’d be behind the pack. reliable way to get my juices flowing again. I’ve also learned I wasn’t. The difference between 16 and 18 feels huge, but to respect the power of caffeine. the difference between 22 and 24 isn’t. If you’re like me, you’ll be glad that you trusted your gut when it told you WHAT ARE THE FUTURE PLANS FOR FLATTER:ME to take your time. It was important to have the breathing BELTS? Our next Big Scary (And Therefore Terribly Exciting) space to cultivate my wildly different interests – they ended Project is our rebrand, which is coming this fall. When I up all coming together in my current job. started Flatter:Me, I didn’t have the confidence to imagine it spreading beyond Canada – but I’ve had a lot of demand in WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU HAVE GIVEN TO YOURSELF AT the U.S., where the name Flatter:Me is already trademarked! GRADUATION? I wish I’d been easier on myself. I’m still my (Lesson learned: think big, even if you’re small.) We’re own worst critic, but I’ve been able to develop a sense of changing the name to UNbelts, which will help us expand humour about it – most of the time. What I’ve really learned both our market and our product line. to pursue is resilience. It’s way more powerful (and fun) than perfection. WHAT ARE THE FUTURE PLANS FOR CLAIRE? I’ve been living in Shanghai for almost six years now, and a move to DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD IN THREE WORDS: An extra- Canada is in the cards – though work will keep me travelling ordinary advantage.

Brentwood taught me to expect DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS: Always happily learning. success instead of hope for it, Flatter:Me belts can be found online: which is a real gift to a young Website: www.flattermebelts.com; person. Facebook: facebook.com/flattermebelts; Instagram: instagram.com/flattermebelts

100 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Lauren Purnell | ALEX ’10 Transforming the dinner plate with a unique aesthetic

Lauren Purnell, Brentwood graduate from 2010, is making a name for herself in the blogosphere as an artist; more specifically, a food artist. Objects from the banal (a watering can) to more topical imagery (2014 FIFA World Cup logo) pop off the plate with Lauren’s bright, fresh, clever arrangements made entirely from food. Tropical flowers, sea turtles, plants, animals, people and objects delight the eye and make the mouth water. Her canvasses – white dinner plates – showcase the image in vibrant hues and textures, bringing to mind the delightful qualities of the foods, crisp apple slices, juicy watermelon chunks, crunchy bell pepper quarters, tart citrus wedges, and so on. Appreciating Lauren’s work is a multi-sensory experience!

Her love and appreciation of food, cooking, art, and natural beauty have helped Lauren develop the lens through which she envisions her designs, from peel to pitt. While there are no major plans to further develop Culinary Canvas, Lauren intends to continue exploring her culinary pursuits as she begins her Master’s program in Marketing and (I always have) so I figured why not combine them? Brand Management at Kingston University London this I also love food photography and styling, the aesthetics fall. Lauren’s creative, whimsical pieces can be enjoyed via Culinary Canvas, her Tumblr blog, as well as her Instagram of how food is prepared and presented has always been account (lopurnell). of interest to me.

WHY FOOD ART? Why not? I love food, I adore art HOW DID YOU GET STARTED WITH FOOD ART? My first “Food Art” started at a dinner event at university where I was cooking for a few of my friends (spaghetti carbonara). I had spent quite a bit of time locating the ingredients, prepping and cooking the food, then plating and presenting the dish. Despite the time and effort put into making said dish, the meal disappeared pretty quickly without a moment given to appreciate its appearance. The conversation around the table turned to some topic or another so I kind of zoned out and started playing with the leftover bits of food on my plate, eventually deciding to manipulate them into a tree and that became my first “food art” – the “spaghettree”. After that the combination of food and art became a fun part of my culinary experiences. Making “Food Art” was a way for me to take time out from school and channel my creativity by combining it with my love for food.

Lauren Purnell, Brentwood graduate from HOW HAS YOUR WORK CAUGHT ON WITH OTHERS? 2010, is making a name for herself in the blogosphere as an artist; more specifically To be honest I’m not completely sure! I started my Tumblr as a food artist.

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of followers and linking them back to my blog. It’s really taken off now, it’s quite incredible! I feel really lucky to have as much support as I do.

WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? Being a Brentonian means being part of a community, I love that almost wherever I am there are people with whom I share that. It means being connected to wonderful, intelligent, diverse individuals.

FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY: Presenting my final project for Mr. Gage’s Financial Accounting 12 class in the form of a rap song – I re-wrote the words to the music of Ke$ha’s Tik Tok.

DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD IN THREE WORDS: Enriching, supportive, inclusive. Being a Brentonian means being part of a community. I love that almost wherever I am, there are people with whom I share that. It means being connected to wonderful, intelligent, diverse individuals.

blog (Culinary Canvas) a little over a year ago as a space for me to share and organize my Food Art photos. For the first year I maintained a fairly consistent number of followers, between 50-100 people (mostly friends or friends-of- friends), then one day this spring, I woke up and it had just blown up! My e-mail was full of notifications of new followers so I logged onto my blog and all of a sudden I was up to 22,000 followers. My guess is that some well-known art and media blogs had discovered one of my images and shared it on their pages, reaching out to their thousands

102 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 Ryley O’Byrne | ALEX ’00 disparate interests – culture, business, and aesthetics – however, she ultimately left corporate fashion to pursue Setting new trends in the world of fashion Strathcona Stockings.

Three years into owning her own business, Ryley enjoys Turn your passion into your career: a cliché most people the creativity and the diversity of her work. Controlling are familiar with, but only the lucky few have successfully her own time, moves, and direction of her business are accomplished. For artist and designer, Ryley O’Byrne (Alex wonderful benefits, although she acknowledges the many ’00), her personal desire for beautiful socks morphed into challenges and accountabilities of owning a business, and an obsession, which eventually evolved into Strathcona suggests dedication, time and patience are critical for Stockings, her high-end line of socks, stockings, and anyone who wishes to pursue a successful career as a leggings launched in 2010, sold online and at high-end designer and business owner. Gleaning insights from those boutiques around the world. The rich, lush patterns of flora, in a position to provide mentorship and guidance – whether fauna, fruit and photography that adorn Ryley’s designs from a business perspective or a creative perspective – have quickly caught the attention of W Magazine, Vogue is something Ryley is quick to do, “I am deep believer in Italia, Elle, Nylon, and most recently Chatelaine magazine. mentorship. When I meet incredible business people or “Ornate socks weren’t really something that existed when creative people, I often ask to get together and have coffee. I started the project. And I thought it should be otherwise. It’s an amazing opportunity – speaking with people who As it turned out many people (and companies) agreed with have similar interests as you – but more experience.” me,” says Ryley. Ryley’s plans for the fall include a writing residency in Ryley’s home base is Roberts Creek, on the Sunshine Coast of Tuscany as she continues to expand her product line B.C., and while she keeps a studio in Vancouver, her travels to include men’s and children’s apparel, streamline frequently bring her through L.A., New York, and Paris. distribution and seek a potential business partner to take Ryley’s post-secondary studies began at UBC, continued on aspects of business development and strategy. at the Emily Carr University of Art + Design, including two semesters at Central Saint Martins – University of the Arts London before graduating from Emily Carr. HOW DO YOU NURTURE YOUR CREATIVITY? I walk, Before Ryley had even graduated, she was approached I read, I look at art, I make art, I eat well, I travel, by innovative women’s fashion boutique, Aritizia, where she eventually took the coveted role of Creative Director I socialize, I write… I do things that nurture me in other of Marketing. With 60 boutiques in select cities across ways. And that helps keep me balanced and inspired. North America providing on-trend, beautiful clothing, this opportunity was considered the dream job to anyone DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS: The good ones? with an interest in fashion. Ryley describes working in Creative. Thoughtful. Loyal. fashion as the opportunity to bring together seemingly FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD MEMORY: That’s hard to narrow down… but I have a very beautiful memory of one of my first times rowing: the water was glassy and the sensation of moving across the crystalline water was a beautiful and unique one.

WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? Having a well-rounded education.

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DID YOU HAVE ANY INFLUENTIAL FACULTY/HOUSEPARENT/ COACH? IF YES, WHO AND WHY? My first class with Mr. Collis, in set one English, was very impactful. I remember thinking that school should always be so inspired (and inspiring).

HOW DID BRENTWOOD SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS, PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY? Brentwood’s emphasis on academic excellence was fun and inspiring for me. I also found that it made the transition to university quite easy.

DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD IN THREE WORDS: Strong, supportive, clear.

Strathcona Stockings can be found at Ryley’s online shop strathconastockings.com and at fine boutiques around the world.

I am a deep believer in mentorship. When I meet incredible business people or creative people, I often ask to get together and have coffee. It’s an amazing opportunity – speaking with people who have similar interests as you but more experience.

104 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE WHO ASPIRES Sloan Dickey | PRIVETT ’09 Bringing breaking news to life through video TO A CAREER IN JOURNALISM? Journalism is a fantastic

Every day, Sloan Dickey (Privett ’09) brings news stories career (from what I have experienced so far) and it can be covering global conflict, the economy, and government extremely rewarding when others recognize the information to life for hundreds of thousands of viewers as a video you publish, post, or broadcast. It is important to know reporter for the Wall Street Journal. Breaking news is always the priority, so every day looks different from the what specifically inspires you about the career. The news last; however, Sloan usually produces, scripts, shoots and industry is not like Hollywood; not everyone can, or should, edits two news videos every day including a daily segment with the Bureau Chief. be Anderson Cooper. Make sure you are inspired by the profession, not the power or fame it brings to a small CURRENT CITY: Washington fraction of those in it. DC

EDUCATION/JOURNEY CAREER ASPIRATIONS: I am not sure where I want to go AFTER BRENTWOOD: I with my career. There are three things that I know: I love attended the George video reporting, I find politics fun to talk about, and people Washington University tell me I have a good reporting voice. I was extremely and then I was hired out fortunate to get a job right out of college at a reputable of school to the Wall Street newspaper looking to expand its digital content. For now, Journal. I hope to do the best I can at the Journal and see where my path takes me from there. SLOAN DICKEY (PRIVETT ’09) PRODUCES NEWS STORIES COVERING GLOBAL CONFLICT, THE ECONOMY, AND WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? There GOVERNMENT AS A VIDEO REPORTER FOR THE WALL STREET JOURNAL. are things you learn at Brentwood that don’t manifest themselves until long HOW DID YOU GET INTO JOURNALISM? I went to The after graduation. George Washington University because I wanted to get Besides the academic into politics. At university, however, I was exposed to a preparation in writing variety of opinions and perspectives and I found myself much more the observer than the participant. and scholastic skills, something about WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A SUCCESSFUL JOURNALIST? I going to Brentwood am not the best person to say what it takes to be a helped me excel successful journalist, but I can say that it definitely does not require a DC residency. Of course, the news industry across many areas of surrounding government is extremely important in order my life, especially in college. High school, for me, was filled to watch the legislators and to make sure that the abuse with many successes and also many failures, but having of power is highlighted. However, the world is filled with them occur in an environment that supported me in my stories of triumph, loss, humour, anger. Good journalism challenges was very beneficial. is just as important to a small town resident who reads about local news in his or her local newspaper as it is for DESCRIBE BRENTWOOD IN THREE WORDS: Adventure, any story published in an international periodical. challenge, growth.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 105 Reflections from the Class of 1963 at their 50th Reunion

On May 10th, 2014, four members of the Class of 1963 Reflections from Harry Ford (Class of 1963) returned to Brentwood to celebrate their 50 year milestone. We arrived in early September 1961. We were a rag tag Shane Conn, Mark Dickinson, Harry Ford, Gerry Scholefield, group of boys from all walks of life, some were academically and their wives, joined Bud and Wendy Patel, John Allpress deficient, some were very good scholastically, but all of and Stephanie Young for a luncheon at the Head’s us were looking for guidance. We found that guidance in residence. Photographs and school timetables from the visionaries such as David Mackenzie, Gil Bunch, Bill Ross, early 1960s were brought out from the archives for the Peter Clarke and others. group to share and connect names to faces. Former Head of School, Bill Ross, was not able to attend, however, he We were immediately sectioned into work parties. There sent deeply touching words honouring these graduates was a lot to do; afterall the new school had been a solarium from the earliest days of the Mill Bay campus: and later a rehab facility which had been abandoned for a few years. We were introduced, immediately, to Rugby and This group, for that matter any of the first 7 or 8 classes found ourselves in a vacant farmer’s field, picking up cow of that era, live actively in my memory for many reasons. paddies before we could learn the intricacies of the game. Foremost amongst them and admittedly by reflection, many As the two years blurred by, we graduated to picking up of these boys and their families responded well not only to rocks from our new playing fields before we could fully enjoy our fledgling programmes, but also to the teacher dreams the game. We played Shawnigan, St. George’s, St. Michaels, wherein our curriculum found its roots. We, mostly young Royal Roads, various high schools from Ladysmith to Victoria inexperienced teachers, as individuals were inconsistent and the dreaded team from Qualicum, whose rock covered professionals at best, but collectively we believed in field made ours look like a golf green. our students and many of them believed in us. Synergy prevailed. The Class of 1963 sat in drafty classrooms under We went on field trips; one memorable trip to “Forbidden leaky roofs, played on rocky fields, studied science from Plateau” to ski... there was no snow except for a patch outdated texts and didn’t complain about the science lab maybe 100 feet long... we used it up quickly... a lesson in equipment and furniture we salvaged from public school turning lemons into lemonade. Another memorable trip storage warehouses. They were not always happy, but was to Squamish where some hiked and climbed, others they re-enrolled in sufficient numbers to ensure we had a found their way into town looking for other activities. As I full school the following year. From my memory emerges remember there was one incident where a certain individual the word heroes. Individuals such as Harry, Shane, Mark, paid a “gentleman” a sum of money to purchase some liquid and Gerry, had the fortitude, the guts if you will, needed contraband and quickly lost his money, as the “gentleman” to make Brentwood work. Heroes they were and remain. I exited the liquor store through the back door, providing a am so glad they decided to get together to focus again on lesson in trust. the time they spent at Brentwood. Meals were interesting, particularly the unrecognizable – William T. Ross which took great imagination and deliberation to determine Brentwood Head of School (1976-2000) what exactly we were about to consume. Eggs, we agreed,

106 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 were the staple on the breakfast plate, a plate stacked high were significantly the making of me as an adult. I look back with cold, flat, cream coloured, greasy overcooked patties. with only fond memories. Gil taught us the proper eating etiquette with knife and fork Our recent reunion at the school leaves me in awe at what and to not complain. has been accomplished since our brief period in the early Gil taught us manners, English, drama, poetry and prose. 60’s. What was conceived and put into action by the fine David taught us discipline, history and rugby. Bill taught us people involved in the school has grown and evolved into life disciplines, math and rugby and Peter taught us various something that I would never have thought possible. The disciplines and rugby. I was a poor student in most of these current Head of School and Staff are exemplary in their areas but I sure loved the rugby. attitude, motivation and expertise. I am fortunate to have been affiliated with the school and I am always proud to tell We made great friendships at Brentwood. We learned much people that I am a graduate of Brentwood College School. more than academics. Although I was a reluctant student, I found the school and those involved in the school and its With best regards, operation to be inspiring in so many ways. I can say, with Harry Ford conviction, that the two years that I spent at Brentwood (Class of ’63)

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1963 CLASS REUNION May 10, 2014 Brentwood Campus 3 Sandy Ford, Harry Ford (’63), Margaret Conn, Shane Conn (’63), Bud Patel, John Allpress, Leslie Dickinson, Mark Dickinson (’63), 1 Brentwood campus, circa 1964. Gail Scholefield, Gerry Scholefield (’63). 2 Gerry Scholefield, Shane Conn, Mark Dickinson, Harry Ford. 4 The graduating class of 1963.

www.brentwood.bc.ca | 107 Salvete and Valete

Michelle Fairbanks was hired in 2001 to fill the then new we know that dozens of students will fondly remember his role of Graphic Designer. During her time in the role, she counsel, his humour, and his wisdom. We will cherish his evolved it from handling the digital photo archive to designing intelligence, his thoughtful perspectives, and his ability to and producing myriad advertising and branding for the connect with our students. It is tough to lose a colleague, school. Michelle is currently living in Nanaimo with her and very tough to lose a very good colleague… Timio was husband Jeff and their 2 children, Lela (3) and Coen (1). We an excellent colleague, so his absence will be felt deeply. wish Michelle much success in the future. We wish Timio well in his future in Victoria.

For the past five yearsKaren Reburn (nee Fischer) worked We had a number of interns at the school last year working as alongside Clayton Johnston and the Admissions Department resident assistants, on the sports fields and in the classroom. as an Admissions and Marketing Assistant. Karen was Julia Klepl joined the faculty this year as maternity leave also associated with the Arts faculty, working with Mrs. coverage for Jenna Warner, and Shane Thompson has Widenmaier on numerous projects including the musical. taken the reins of the Brentwood rugby programme as We wish Karen, Jeff and Isabelle (1) all the best. Head Coach as well as being an Assistant Houseparent in Rogers House. We wish the interns who did not return Timio Colistro, after two years at Brentwood, accepted an to us — Gabriel Farrell, Danielle Abdilla, and Michael offer to join the University Counseling team at St. Michael’s Morrison — success in their future endeavours. University School in Victoria. While we were sad to see him go, we were pleased to know that this was somewhat of a homecoming for him as a native of Victoria. Timio was a wonderful addition to our office these past two years, and

Get to Know the OBE | Marisol Van Vliet (Mackenzie ’05)

CURRENT CITY Vancouver, BC CURRENT EMPLOYER / POSITION / INDUSTRY Westjet / Flight Attendant / Travel FAVOURITE RUGBY MEMORY AND/OR FAVOURITE BRENTWOOD COURSE / ART / SPORT? Girls rugby / field trips / It’s the small details I truly treasure and remember. WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL IN THE BRENTWOOD CAFETERIA? Eggplant casserole (I’m serious!). DESCRIBE YOUR BRENTWOOD EXPERIENCE IN THREE WORDS Mental, physical, emotional WHAT DOES BEING A BRENTONIAN MEAN TO YOU? Mr. Collis: he took me from despising poetry (I’m a science brain) to taking AP Literature and memorizing half the canon. Mr. Burrows and Mr. Cowie: for all the amazing Rugby memories and times; not to mention coaching us into gold! WHY DO YOU SUPPORT BRENTWOOD? It was more than my school, it was my home.

108 | BRENTONIAN / Fall 2014 What’s Happening 2014/2015

American Thanksgiving Dinner — Crooks Hall, Brentwood Campus Thursday, November 27th, 2014

A Concert for a Winter’s Eve & Parent Reception — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus Friday, December 5th, 2014

Victoria Alumni Night Out* Thursday, January 22nd, 2015

Brentwood Musical The Boy Friend T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus February 25th-28th, 2015

Brentwood Musical Parent Reception — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus Friday, February 27th, 2015

Careers Day — Brentwood Campus Saturday, February 28th, 2015

Brentwood in Asia March 2015

Hong Kong Reception Private Residence, Consul General of Canada in Hong Kong Thursday, March 26th, 2015

Charity Work Day Saturday, March 28th, 2015

Brentwood Drama A Midsummer Night’s Dream — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus April 15th-18th, 2015

Brentwood Regatta April 24th-26th, 2015

Parent and Alumni Reception at Regatta — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus Saturday, April 26th, 2015

Arts in Action and Learn to Row for Parents Friday, June 5th, 2015

An Evening of Dance — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus May 7th & 8th, 2015

Vancouver Reception — The Vancouver Rowing Club Thursday, May 14th, 2015

Concert for a Summer’s Eve — T. Gil Bunch Centre, Brentwood Campus June 4th & 5th, 2015

CSSRA Championships — St. Catharines, ON June 5th-7th, 2015

Toronto Reception* June 8th, 2015

Closing Day Ceremonies — Campbell Common, Brentwood Campus Saturday, June 20th, 2015

Alumni Reunion Weekend — Brentwood Campus July 3rd-5th, 2015

*Venue to be confirmed Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to 2735 Mt. Baker Road, Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P1

HOMECOMING 2015

Saturday, April 25, 2015 We invite all alumni to join us during Regatta weekend for a day of racing, reconnecting and reminiscing

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