The Maryland MarylandBulletin School for the Deaf—www.msd.edu The Maryland Bulletin Volume CXXX, No. 2 Winter 2009-2010 Table ofContents 1 New Building Opens 6 The FEECD: Partnering with Families in Maryland 8 MSD’s Work Study Program 10 No Child Left Behind and the Literacy of HS Students Editor James E. Tucker 12 MSD and State of Maryland Service Awards [email protected] 13 MSD Board of Trustees 2009-2010 Associate Editor 14 MSD Flashback Stanley C. Baker [email protected] 16 Relationships… 17 Around MSD Managing Editor & Graphic Designer 23 The Junior Bulletin Larry Newman 25 Sportscope [email protected] 36 Alumni News Copy Editor Nan Cronk-Walker 38 Community News [email protected] 39 MSD Alumni Profile: Ann Lynn Smith Parker, ‘90
ON THE COVER (L to R) Governor Martin O’Malley, Superintendent James E. Tucker, 5th grader Brooke Bonheyo, SBG President Dan Mabashov, State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick, 5th grader Egan Seremeth, and Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown have a hand in the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on September 23, 2009 at the front of the new Elementary Building Complex at the Frederick Campus.
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ummer 2009 saw the completion Day. In addition to the Elementary period working with the architects to of the new Elementary Building Department, the complex houses the design a functional, state-of-the-art Son the Frederick Campus, the Family Education Early Childhood building. By all accounts this was first new construction in twenty-five Department in the West Wing of time very well spent. In order to years. The building was rolled-out the building complex. In the East accommodate the space required for in grand fashion over several weeks Wing one finds Student Support groups of signing students to move with a series of special events. For Services for communications, medical comfortably through the hallways MSD’s immediate community services, psychological services, and and to allow for a better visual members there was a tour for occupational and physical therapies, environment for sign language, the employees during fall orientation as well as several other offices. These widths of hallways are double what week and one on Registration Day services are available for the students they would be for a similar number of for families; the first day for students of every department in the school. students in a public school building. was August 31st. These were followed Natural lighting through strategically by a formal ribbon cutting ceremony Spatial Design and placed windows and cupolas abounds; by Governor Martin O’Malley on Lighting Features all meeting rooms and classrooms September 23rd, a Community Open have some natural lighting. Visual House for the public at large on A design team consisting of paging message boards, cable-ready October 15th, and special tours for faculty members from all departments for closed circuit television, are staged alumni on October 31st, Homecoming spent many months over a two-year throughout the building.
Student Body Government President Dan Mabashov begins the Grand Opening ceremony as Lt. Anthony G. Governor Brown, Governor Martin O’Malley, State Superintendent of Schools Nancy S. Grasmick, fifth grader Brooke Bonheyo, and Superintendent James E. Tucker look on.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 1 First day lunch service goes smoothly for both students and employees. As a special treat, above right, the cafeteria staff provided this special first day cake for dessert!
Auditory and Visual Design Features All classrooms are equipped with wall-mounted, sound- baffled bulletin boards to reduce background noise. Two members of the architectural team had previously Considerations for enhancing sight as well as sound are designed a new building at the Central Institute for the Deaf reflected in the classroom design. Each classroom boasts in St. Louis. Their experience was invaluable in designing the ceiling-mounted liquid crystal display (LCD) projectors acoustic environment for the building and the classrooms. and a wall-mounted Smart Board which can be fed by the Exterior walls have additional insulation as well as hurricane- classroom computer or the document reader. Five class- grade windows. This drastically reduces the noise entering rooms have ceiling-mounted speakers. All other elementary the classrooms from outside the building. One can stand classrooms are equipped to provide enhanced FM signals inside the building while a lawn mower, for instance, is to hearing aids or cochlear implant sound processors. running outside of the window and not be able to hear it. Classrooms in the Family Education wing are equipped This sound dampening construction was also built into all with infrared sound systems that also provide enhanced interior walls and ceilings so that noise does not migrate signals. All of these were done in order to enhance the from one area to another. No auditory interference from clarity of sound that the students receive regardless of the the heating and air conditioning enters the halls or rooms. assistive listening devices they may use, if any.
Superintendent Tucker is interviewed by NBC Channel 25 Hagerstown, Maryland while Deputy Superintendent Chad Chad Baker interprets for Fifth Grade Teacher Baker interprets. Jennifer Thomas during interview.
2 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Deputy Superintendent Chad Baker guides Governor O’Malley As Superintendent Tucker and Student Body President Daniel and Lt. Governor Brown on tour of the Hessian Barracks as Mabashov look on, a very composed Brooke Bonheyo, speaking Brenda Kelly-Frey interprets for Superintendent James E. Tucker. on behalf of all Elementary students, talks about the features Baker is holding an original shingle from the late 1770’s. of the new building that the students appreciate the most.
Brenda Kelly-Frey interprets for feature speakers Governor O’Malley and Lt. Governor Brown, right, at the Grand Opening in September.
Students fill the lawn in front of new building, listening to remarks from Governor O’Malley.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 3 Student Support Services
The Student Services wing is one of the few places in Maryland that offers comprehensive diagnostic center services for deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Educational assessments as well as psychological, audiological, and speech assessments are available. Hearing aids can be checked and analyzed for appropriate functioning in addition to implant processors being mapped. Of course, audiological services also provide the traditional hearing tests and middle ear function evaluations. Right around the corner, assessments for occupational therapy and physical therapy are performed as well as medical and psychiatric Oldest MSD Alumni, William Kelly, waves to the crowd after assessments. All of these, of course, are coupled with being introduced at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on educational evaluations by the faculty. September 23rd. Mr. Kelly, who is 95 years old, graduated from MSD in 1935. Conference and Meeting Space Celebrating the New Building The building was also designed to accommodate different sizes of meetings from smaller therapy rooms to For the first time in many years, Registration Day at large conference spaces. These, too, have already been put to the beginning of the school year was held on a Sunday. By work as the new complex hosted a professional conference having families register in the new complex, all students in October for the Division of Rehabilitative Services and parents could come to see what it was like. The new of the Maryland State Department of Education and a facilities have been extensively covered in the print and visual working lunch in November for the leaders of Frederick media by local newspapers as well as NBC 25 Television County’s educational institutions: Frederick County from Hagerstown, Maryland. Public Schools; Hood College, Frederick Community The Maryland School for the Deaf was extremely College, Mount St. Mary’s University, and the Maryland honored when Governor Martin O’Malley and Lt. Governor School for the Deaf. Anthony Brown were able to participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 23rd. This was part of their entire day spent in Frederick during which Frederick was declared “Maryland’s Capitol City for a Day.” State School Superintendent Nancy S. Grasmick, Senator Alexander X. Mooney, Delegates Sue Hecht and Galen R. Clagett, and Mayor William J. Holtzinger attended the ceremony held
Lt. Governor Brown and Governor O’Malley pose with some of the 5th grade students and their teacher (L-R) Seanna Guettler, Egan Seremeth, Anna Wood-Jacobowitz, Gillian Lawrence, Seanna Guettler and Principal Lisa Houck enjoy a good laugh Juliana Bahan, Eve Wood-Jacobowitz, Karita Lewis, Gabriel Veit, when Governor O’Malley emerges as Cat in the Hat. Quincy Johnson and their teacher, Ms. Jennifer Thomas.
4 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 outdoors on a beautiful fall day with all faculty and students the Maryland State Department of Education; and Kathryn in attendance. Groth from the Frederick County Board of Education. Many members of the Frederick Community and their Shane Feldman from the National Association of the leaders had watched with great interest as the building was Deaf; Paul Farrell from the American Speech and Hearing constructed. A community invitation was issued for tours and Association; Director Lisa Kornberg of the Governor’s demonstrations to be held on October 15th. Approximately Office on Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing; and President Ric one hundred people attended and presentations were made Adams of the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce by Frederick City Mayor Holtzinger; City Alderman Alan were in attendance. Former Superintendent David Denton Imhoff; Lori Follmer representing The Board of County attended along with the last President of the Board of Commissioners; and Delegate Paul Stull representing the Visitors, Richard Mullinix. Under Superintendent Denton Frederick Delegation to the Maryland General Assembly. and the Board of Visitors, the land on which the new Additional comments were offered by Lisa Herberger and building stands was acquired. Emily Shaw, parents in the Parent, Teacher, and Counselor These recent events hopefully foreshadow many events in Association. Students were represented by Student Body the future which will showcase this state-of-the-art addition Government Vice President Skye Dreumont and fifth grader to the Maryland School for the Deaf, furthering the state’s Kaitlyn Weeks who represented the first students to occupy the legacy of outstanding levels of commitment, funding and building. They received the proclamations on behalf of MSD MB and had their pictures taken with each of the dignitaries. educational programming for deaf students. Also present for the October 15th festivities were Dr. —Stanley C. Baker, Carol Ann Heath and Marcella Franczkowski representing Deputy Superintentent, [email protected]
Delegate Paul Stull presented the Governor’s Proclamation Parents, Teachers and Counselors Association representatives to Student Body Government Vice President Skye Dreumont, Lisa Herberger and Emily Shaw discuss the importance of the joined by Fifth Grade representative Kaitlyn Weeks and new building to parents and their families. Superintendent James E. Tucker.
Approximately 100 people braved the cold and rain to attend the Community Open House in the new building.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 5 The Family Education and Early Childhood Department: Partnering with Families in Maryland Maryann Swann, Director, Family Education and Early Childhood Department, [email protected]
A family’s love…a teacher’s guidance…a child’s triumph Children and The Creative Curriculum. These curricula, coupled with an in- he Family Education and The services provided are based either tegrated early literacy thematic units/ Early Childhood Department on an Individualized Family Service project approach, provide a strong early (FEECD) had a robust year. Plan (IFSP) or an Individualized childhood curriculum. The curricula are TFEECD provided services to more Education Program (IEP). Three- compatible with the Maryland Model than ninety families with deaf and year-old children attending preschool for School Readiness and the Voluntary hard-of-hearing children aged birth at MSD also have the opportunity to State Curriculum and are endorsed through five years. FEECD educators participate in “specials” as provided by the Maryland State Department traveled extensively throughout the on each campus which may include of Education as appropriate curricula state to convey services to families. physical education, art, drama, com- for early childhood settings. FEECD Through mutual cooperation and puter literacy, and library. All services teachers are focused on preparing stu- in concert with local lead agencies, provided by MSD are available at no dents to enter school ready for learning FEECD has developed, and contin- cost to families who are legal residents and to meet the expectations of the No ues to establish, support networks to of Maryland. Child Left Behind (NCLB) law. ensure that families obtain access to Emphasis is placed on establish- The following domains are covered desired services and receive accurate ing communication between the in the FEECD program: information regarding educational op- children and their parents. American • Personal and Social portunities for their children. Services Sign Language (ASL) is used to build Development are provided in natural environments to concepts and language as early as pos- • Language and Literacy support children and families at home, sible since the prime time for language • Pre-reading in daycare centers (both private and acquisition is between birth and three • Pre-writing public), libraries, and other settings years of age. Spoken English language • Cognition and General as requested by the family. FEECD learning groups are used for small Knowledge teachers support families and children group instruction and for one-to-one • Physical Development learning in their community settings instruction. Based on family request, • Self-Help and plan activities which focus on the support is provided in the use of hear- FEECD strives to ensure that opportunities that these various social ing aids or cochlear implants. FEECD educational program decisions are learning events can provide. Some of regularly works with children who based on sound evidence of each child’s the experiences this year included trips are in the process of acquiring or who strengths and needs. The following to local libraries, a pumpkin farm, and may already have a cochlear implant. assessment tools and procedures are several local zoos. Through the support of the MSD au- maintained for each child: developmen- FEECD educators have the diology team, coordination of services tal scales utilizing the Early Learning expertise and communication skills is maintained between implant center Accomplishment Profile; the Learning necessary to deal effectively with the staff and MSD. Accomplishment Profile itself; Ages and linguistic, social-emotional, and early Staff has maintained a high level of Stages Questionnaire (6-60 months); academic needs of young deaf and expertise and knowledge related to serv- language scales utilizing the MacArthur hard-of-hearing children. Children ing young deaf children with cochlear Bates Communicative Inventory Scale; may participate in FEECD programs implants through in-service programs Work Sampling System (ages 3 and at either the Columbia or Frederick and online training opportunities. above); auditory learning scales; port- Campuses. Play groups are offered for The FEECD program uses the folio assessment (18 months- 3 years); infants six months to two years old two State of Maryland Department and an American Sign Language check mornings a week while two-year-old of Human Resources Child Care list. The assessment protocol is reviewed and three-year-old children may attend Administration’s Guidelines for Healthy yearly to determine the effectiveness preschool classes five mornings a week. Child Development and Care for Young of current best practice tools as well
6 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 as adherence to requirements as set contacts as well as managing a referral seamless, comprehensive program of forth by Maryland State Department system of parent mentors. services. of Education. Summer provided the time needed Families will be provided annual Critical to the program is the for review of curriculum and improve- notice of the extended IFSP option service given to families so they can ment to program components. New and via the following document: A Family gain information and access resources. exciting learning experiences are framed Guide to Next Steps, When Your Child in FEECD conducts weekly parent sup- during this time. The summer of 2009 Early Intervention Turns 3. This pub- port meetings at each campus. The proved to be an especially exciting time lication of Maryland’s Birth through weekly meetings present an oppor- for early intervention services in the Five, Early Childhood Intervention tunity for parents to meet and share state. The Maryland State Department and Education Branch of the Maryland common experiences in raising their of Education (MSDE) was awarded State Department of Education, children. Siblings through the age of federal stimulus funds to offer families Division of Special Education/Early four attend classes and playgroups two the option to extend early intervention Intervention services is available for review at the following web sites: mornings a week. This encourages the services through an Individualized The Early Childhood Gateway parent/s to attend the parent meet- Family Service Plan (IFSP) beyond www.mdecgateway.org ings as well as supporting the sibling age three to kindergarten age. As part Maryland State relationship. of this option, by age three, a family can Department of Education These efforts are further enhanced choose to continue services through an www.marylandpublicschools.org by the presence of a Parent Coordinator IFSP. Children currently enrolled in a As this new school year begins, and the Family Support and Resource local Infants and Toddlers Program many new plans are underway, and Center. The Center provides an ex- with a third birthday of February 1, 2010, boundless opportunities await each tensive lending library, publishes and or later, and who are found eligible for child and family in the Family distributes a monthly newsletter, main- preschool special education and related Education and Early Childhood tains a resource and referral system, and services, will have the opportunity to Department at the Maryland School facilitates parent trainings as well as a continue services through an IFSP or for the Deaf. The following quotation support group for families with chil- move to an Individualized Education from Jack R. Gannon summarizes what dren who have cochlear implants. The Program (IEP). As in all Maryland FEECD hopes for each child: “We not Parent Coordinator is able to provide counties, MSD staff is preparing for only expect each child to succeed—but MB parent-to-parent support via personal this exciting opportunity to create a to excel.”
Mia Montoya having fun on a field trip.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 7 MSD’s Work Study Program
James DeStefano, Work Experience and Student Service Learning Coordinator, [email protected]
he Maryland School for the Deaf-Frederick’s Work Study Program has added a new course, Consumer Education, to help better prepare MSD students Tfor the world of work. This course provides students with an opportunity to discover who they are, what their values are, and what their characteristics and attitudes are about the working world. They also explore jobs in which they might be interested and set realistic career goals. Students learn how to write a resume, complete an application form, develop job interview skills, and make an appointment for a job interview. The course also includes knowing what “soft skills” and “hard skills” are. Soft skills are people skills, abilities, and traits that pertain to personality, attitude, and behavior whereas hard skills are formal or technical knowledge and skills. Students may have an opportunity to meet diverse employers and employees who will offer advice and share their work experiences. Students need to take this course prior to being placed in an off-campus workplace. Once placed, they determine through experience whether or not this is a future career possibility for them. The program is geared to serve a wide range of students. Each student who participates in an internship learns how Shayna Rose Unger stands in front of the global map at to present him or herself, how to interact with others in the office of the International Committee of Sports for diverse situations, and what his or her strengths and weak- the Deaf. nesses are. These opportunities all take place in a positive learning environment. During this process, students better understand work ethics, develop con- fidence, and gain a better perspective of who they are. Students in this program have interned at the following businesses: AT & T Bonheyo & Bonheyo Frederick Dentures & Ortho. LLC International Committee of Sports for the Deaf MSD Maintenance Department Jeanne Bussard Center EmbroidMe DeAngalo Jones (L) and Emre Sen (R), using leaf blowers to clean up the leaves at Frederick Memorial Hospital MSD campus in Frederick, pose with their supervisor, Saundra Prestigiacomo.
8 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 What They Say Michelle Mansfield-Hom: “I realized how important time management is to be successful. Before I did my internship, I did not realize that being About the Program on time was very important. Being punctual at my internship taught me how to manage my time better. I feel very fortunate that I gained some Tate Body Shop working experience before I graduate from MSD.” Hollister Vanishe Buchanan: “Enrolling in this class helped me take a good look at With Regards myself—who I am, what I like, and what I don’t like. Self-exploration helped PacSun me understand better what I want to do after I graduate from MSD.” Communication Service for the Deaf DeAndre White: “I understand the importance of having soft skills to Sam’s Club have a successful career. I enjoyed the classroom discussions about the world of Frederick Police Department work and enjoyed learning different ways to communicate with your employer: writing, using an interpreter, or even my pager!” MB Shockley Honda A few of MSD’s students shared their thoughts about the course or their internship: Shayna Unger: “I learned all about teamwork at the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf. I saw people help each other meet their deadlines. My job helped me under- stand what it takes to accomplish a goal against all odds. My favorite part of the job was meeting people from other countries and learning about their culture and sign language.” Tandy Lewis: “I learned that to have a successful working relation- ship a person must be an effective communicator. My internship helped prepare me for the world of work after I graduate from MSD. I also learned how to give constructive Casey Johnson and Michael Maddox hard at work feedback to my co-workers.” folding clothes at the Jeanne Bussard Center.
At the office of Bonheyo & Bonheyo, one of Tandy Lewis’ primary duties is doing data entry; Michelle Mansfield-Hom is at her desk greeting visitors.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 9 No Child Left Behind and the Literacy of HS Students
Kevin Strachan, Principal, High School, FC, [email protected]
n October 29, 1941, Sir Winston Churchill, who ground in their last few years of school, remained behind was then the Prime Minister of Great Britain, through graduation. This is no longer the case. The teach- visited Harrow School in Middlesex, England, ers of MSD high school never, never, never, never give up. Owhere he was once a student himself, to deliver a speech. And the results have been impressive. After a rather lengthy introduction, Churchill approached the podium, looked out over his audience, took a deep Entering Reading Exiting Reading breath, and said: “Never, never, never, never give up.” Level Level And he sat down. His audience was startled, perplexed, 1 8.3 11.7 disappointed. But his speech of just six words has gone 2 5.8 9.1 down in history. Across the pond, as they say, the United States Congress 3 7.3 10.4 passed the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. Its main 4 7.5 10.4 message to schools and educators was the same: Never, 5 3.9 6.9 never, never, never give up on children. And with that 6 2.8 7.2 spirit the Maryland School for the Deaf has made great 7 8.3 12.99 strides toward assuring that all students leave MSD with a Maryland High School Diploma in hand. 8 8.7 12.99 MSD’s greatest hurdle in leaving no child behind 9 7.8 12.99 is literacy. There are students struggling to read in all 10 6.5 12.7 American high schools. Deaf students often have an ad- 11 2.8 8.3 ditional struggle in reading as written English is a system 12 4.2 12.2 of coded symbols for spoken sounds, sounds that they do not fully hear or may never have heard. But the notion These results are far more than a symbol of a job well that Deaf students cannot learn to read, that they are, as done; the high school teachers know that this success is the myth goes, doomed to read on average at the fourth grade level, is entirely false. a call to action. Not every child is there yet: some have More has been learned about teaching children to read other disabilities; many come in from public schools later in the last ten years than had been learned in the previous in their school years desperately behind; some, after years one hundred. And the MSD high school now teaches of not reading well, have developed deep resentments about using best practices that have shown success nationwide. reading and resist learning to do that at which they have The premise is simple: reading is thinking. It is an “invis- for so long failed. And, frankly, some students are enigmas; ible” process that until “seen” is difficult to understand. they and the school are seemingly doing everything right, When, through a variety of techniques, student thinking but reading continues to be a struggle. Until every child is made visible, the teacher and the student can address is literate, the fight goes on. weaknesses and develop correct strategies for building In his famous speech, Churchill repeated the word meaning. Teachers also model their own thinking, and “never” again and again because most battles are difficult students “see” how they should think when decoding text. and giving up is always a temptation. And in that spirit, The process of making reading and thinking visible, and MSD’s high school faculty will strive to get every single then strengthening the core skills that all good readers student’s reading strong enough to earn a Maryland High use—reading with a purpose, visualizing, asking good School Diploma. Unrealistic? Impossible? MSD’s dedicated questions, monitoring comprehension—is a method of teachers do not think so. And in the months and years to reading instruction that has worked beautifully with come they will continue to conduct themselves as such. MSD’s high school students. For in their hearts they believe another famous statement It is not uncommon for students to arrive to high made by Winston Churchill: “It is no use saying, ‘We school significantly delayed in their reading. There was a are doing our best.’ You have to succeed in doing what is time when this meant students, though they may still gain necessary.” MB
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MSD and State of Maryland Service Awards
35-YEAR RECOGNITION 30-year RECOGNITION Martin O’Brien, Melinda Padden, Christopher Duck William Pond, Anne Drechsler
25-year RECOGNITION 20-year RECOGNITION Lisa Gastelle, Lori Britt, Pierre Dazé, Janice Randall Michelle Ailstock, Joann Hueting, Lisa Smith
15-year RECOGNITION 10-year RECOGNITION Eric Woods, Lisa Houck, Regina Wade back Stephanie Leake, Della Hager, Jane Nowalski front Sheri Bergman, Lisa Skaggs, Cynthia Stieffenhofer, Amy Lindley
12 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 5-year RECOGNITION back Stephen Covington, Kevin Hall, Scott Hughes, George Papazis front Alma Rivera, Lashonda Gibson, Michelle Vigliotti, Robin Weinrich MSD Board of Trustees 2009-2010
TOP (L-R) E. Bernard Palmer, John Ertel, Ph.D., Charles Poyer, Jr., Benjamin Bahan, Ph.D.,William J. Bowman, Ernest Hairston, Ph.D. BOTTOM Sandra N. Harriman, Cynthia Neese-Bailes, Ph.D., Laurie Corcoran, Angela McCaskill, Ph.D., Barbara Raimondo, Esq., Khadijat Rashid, Ph.D., Roslyn Hannibal-Booker, Robin Kittleman NOT PICTURED Connie Briscoe-Woodruff, David A. Severn, Esq., Heather Zeolla
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 13 MSD Flashback Henry Baker was, indeed, related to the other Bakers who The Baker Family had served on the Board of Visitors. Prior to Joe Baker was a distant cousin who was also uring the 2008-2009 school year the Board of Trustees named Joseph Dill Baker and who served on the Board of set up a Building Naming Committee and charged Visitors from 1943 to 1970. “Junior,” as he was called, held a Dit with the responsibility of recommending names for the term which overlapped with that of his cousin, John Henry Main Building on the Columbia Campus and the new Baker. John Henry served on the Board from 1922 to 1954 Elementary Complex on the Frederick Campus. and was also President of the Board from 1943 until The Committee began its work by reviewing all 1948. John Henry’s father, William Gideon Baker, of the buildings on both campuses and identifying served on the Board from 1886 to 1922. factors that were important in selecting names in The final link was made when it was discov- the past. During this research it was discovered ered that Delegate Henry Baker was an uncle that there was no written record on the Baker of William Gideon and not only did he author Building at Columbia. Had it been named in the legislation establishing the school, but he honor of Delegate Henry Baker who authored also served on the Board of Visitors from 1869 the founding legislation for the school in the until 1886. In other words, members of this Maryland General Assembly in 1867? Was it family served continuously for 123 years out named in honor of the three generations of a of the 124 years that the Board of Visitors was local Frederick family who had served on the in existence. It was replaced in 1992 by an act of Board of Visitors beginning 1886? Finally, no one the Maryland General Assembly with the current knew if Delegate Baker was related to this Board of Trustees. Henry Baker, author of MSD local family. The last Baker to serve on the There was another Baker family member Charter Legislation in 1867 and Board of Visitors is Joseph D. Baker who first of four generations on the who played a very important role in MSD’s served from 1971 to 1992. MSD Board of Visitors. history although he did not serve on the Research began by contacting several Board of Visitors. Current Joe Baker’s former MSD employees who would have been involved in grandfather, another Joseph Dill Baker, came to MSD making the decision on the naming of the building by the one evening in 1918 when he had heard that the influenza Board of Visitors. Unfortunately, the results of this survey epidemic had taken a great toll on both employees and were mixed. Almost an equal number felt the building was students. After verifying this, he returned a few hours later named in honor of the author of the charter legislation with nurses to help out the over worked staff and much while others felt it was for the three generations of family credit was given them for MSD not having a single death members on the Board, and no one could verify or deny from influenza during this time. if these were actually all members of the same family. In At its May 2009 meeting the Board of Trustees formal- working with the Baker family and reviewing past articles ized the naming of the Baker Building on the Columbia in The Maryland Bulletin we were able to establish that Campus to honor all the members of the Baker family who served with distinction in creating and maintaining MB the Maryland School for the Deaf. —Stanley C. Baker, Deputy Superintendent, [email protected]
Joe Baker, left, visits Bjorlee Museum to discuss his family’s role in the Board Of Visitors through four generations with Chad Baker Building currently houses the Residential and the Family Baker, Deputy Superintendent (no relation). Education and Early Childhood Departments.
14 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 MSD Flashback The Baker Building: Baker Family Members & MSD Board of Visitors
Halloween The Columbia Way
SD has begun another year, and it has had another successful Halloween event at the Maryland School Mfor the Deaf – Columbia Campus. For approximately the twentieth consecutive year, MSD-CC has hosted this popular event. This year’s theme was the Haunted Old West Ghost Town. The ghost town had everything from To scare or be scared! Back (L to R) Carolyn Markel, Noa a saloon, to a jail, to Boot Hill. Over thirty-five staff were Dvir Front Jason Shields, Sebastian Velata, Kendre White, stationed throughout the haunted house to entertain and Da’Kai Bryant scare children and adults. Approximately 425 visitors paid their entry fee to take a turn laughing and screaming their all made the evening successful. They sponsored a special way through the maze-like town built in the Columbia bingo activity, several arts and crafts tables, and some great Campus auditorium. food. Without everyone’s help and support, the evening As in the past, several staff from throughout the school would not have been possible. donated their free time—including a Saturday—to build The evening was also extra special as more than $1,500.00 the sets necessary to make the haunted house amazing. was raised to help support the “Maureen Brothers’ Student For a month, the auditorium was closed while the ghost Activity Fund” which is used to meet the special needs of town was built. students and families as well as to co-sponsor some of the The school could not do it alone though. The PTCA students attending summer camps. It was and is an event made sure that the rest of the events going on outside the that keeps on giving long after the sets are torn down and haunted house ran smoothly. Parents, staff, and some great put away for another year. volunteers from local colleges (especially Towson University) —John Snavlin, Principal, CC, [email protected]
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 15 James E. Tucker, Superintendent, [email protected] Relationships…
n August 31, 2009, educational and social opportunities as in a classroom with thirty or more after over ten his or her non-disabled counterpart. hearing students is always a challenge years of planning,O the new Elementary For deaf and hard of hearing stu- as the students are fully dependent on Building Complex at the Frederick dents, this assumption is often far from the interpreter for all spoken informa- Campus opened for the first day of correct. Other than personal anecdotes tion in the classroom. Extracurricular classes to much fanfare. Several months from deaf students in public schools, activities opportunities are often limited now have passed and the students as little is published about how deaf for deaf students. I wonder how many well as parents, administrators, faculty students develop psychologically and deaf students in local schools across the and staff have embraced the new build- socially when they study and play among country are presidents of their student ing and have settled into their routine their hearing peers. Too often a deaf governments? How many are starting and rhythms of daily student teaching child is the only deaf student in a local quarterbacks on their football teams? and learning. Whenever I walk inside school and a sign language interpreter How many are in lead roles in their this new elementary complex and other is provided for this child. The child may school plays? How many are editors of school buildings, I sometimes reflect use some form of sign language as a the school newspapers and yearbooks? on a quote by an American novelist primary tool for communication and Deaf students’ social experiences at and educator George Dennison, “We may also possess some English speak- public schools by and large are limited. might stop thinking of school as a ing and speech reading skills. Often the I have written on this subject in the place, and begin to believe it is basically child experiences “the Velcro Syndrome” 2007-2008 winter issue (page 8) of The relationships...” where the child is dependent on the Maryland Bulletin. The Maryland Bulletin The Maryland School for the interpreter for basic communication and Archives may be found at our website: Deaf is a “place” when we find the www.msd.edu. Students’ experi- Frederick and Columbia campuses As you walk around the new Elementary ences as a “solitaire” among hear- on a map. But over 1,000 members ing peers are often detrimental of the MSD community (students, complex, watch Family Education and to their linguistic, cognitive, and families, and employees) make Elementary students sign or speak to social development. MSD a truly dynamic community one another and to faculty and staff. As you walk around the of “relationships”. Day in and day new Elementary complex, out, students at MSD converse They receive immediate feedback from watch Family Education and freely and directly with their peers, their peers or adults. This is the beauty Elementary students sign or faculty and staff in American speak to one another and to Sign Language and English. of direct and unfiltered communication faculty and staff. They receive Relationships between students at between individuals. immediate feedback from their MSD are born everyday, nurtured peers or adults. This is the beauty and strengthened over time with many eventually the development of relation- of direct and unfiltered communication lasting a lifetime. ships with other members of the school between individuals. This is also When the field of Deaf Education community. Although the interpreter the bedrock for the development of gathers at conferences or seminars facilitates communication between the relationships between individuals. to review the latest developments in deaf student and hearing students and The new Elementary complex is pedagogy, instructional technology, teachers, he or she often significantly not only a brand new structure, but educational interpreting, and amplifica- alters the dynamics necessary for the more importantly a place where new tion, critical topics such as psycho-social development of relationships. relationships are forged. development and peer relationships are Having said that, there is a paucity Students’ full access to information often overlooked. Since the passage of of scientific literature exploring social fits Mr. Dennison’s vision as they acquire Public Law 94-142 [now known as the dynamics between deaf and hearing knowledge and skills on how to build and Individuals with Disabilities Education students in local schools. Deaf students’ maintain relationships at MSD. They Act (IDEA)] in 1975, too often an as- anecdotes often point to the unintended then utilize those skills in developing sumption is made that putting a child marginalization of their educational and new relationships in different commu- with a disability in a local neighborhood social experiences at local schools. To nities: their neighborhood, workplace, MB school gives this child the very same be a full and contributing participant marketplace, and cyberspace.
16 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Around MSD MSD Remembers Alice B. Akers lice B. Akers, who served under four of 1972 under Superintendent David superintendents at the Maryland Denton. School for the Deaf, passed away on Upon her retirement, Mrs. Akers September 4th, 2009 at the age of 104. Mrs. was honored by the students in hav- Akers, or “Al” as she was known to many, ing the 1972 yearbook dedicated to her. retired from MSD in 1972 after 38 years In the dedication it was noted that with the school. She began her employ- “Perhaps no person on the staff un- ment under Dr. derstands the depth Ignatius Bjorlee and breadth in January of of the total 1934 as a book- school pro- keeper after gram as does learning of this Mrs. Akers.” opening from Mrs. a good friend, Akers’ last Miss Hazel visit to the Alice B. Akers, aged 100, at home McCanner, Maryland in Frederick, MD in 2005 who would School for later become Excerpt from The Maryland Bulletin, the Deaf was to the museum the keys to the Board a superinten- January 1934 announces Mrs. Akers’ hiring. for the alumni Room of the old Main Building as well dent that Alice Quadrennial as other memorabilia. would serve. Reunion in June of 2008 when she Indeed, Alice Akers was an institu- She also served for the entire ad- also honored the new Bjorlee Museum tion at the Maryland School for the ministration of Superintendent Lloyd by being the first guest in its register of Deaf, and the grace and the dignity Ambrosen during which time she was visitors. Mrs. Akers, who was frequently that she brought to the school will be promoted to Administrative Assistant in charge of Quadrennial Reunions, greatly missed. to the Superintendent. It was from was warmly received by those alumni —Stanley C. Baker, Deputy this position that she retired in July present. During this visit she also gave Superintendent, [email protected]
Alice Akers, center, is joined by fellow retirees and long time Alice Akers, far left, as Principal Account Clerk reviews blue print friends, Director of Pupil Personnel Services Dr. Deborah of proposed new building with Hazel McCanner (at the time Clark, left, and Principal Ken Kritz, right, at the Grand Opening Secretary to the Superintendent and later Superintendent), of the Bjorlee Museum which coincided with the 2008 Alumni Superintendent Lloyd A. Ambrosen, Head Teacher Margaret Quadrennial Reunion in June 2008. It was to be Akers’ last Kent, and Steno Clerk Carol Morris. (c. 1960). visit to MSD. She was almost 103 years old at the time.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 17 Around MSD New Elementary Library Captivates Young Minds
isitors to the new elementary school library may see a familiar V face in a new environment. That face is none other than Marsha Flowers! After sixteen years serving as the middle school assistant principal, Ms. Flowers has changed her scenery and moved into new digs, excited to be in a new role. “The elementary library is full of excitement, is cozy, and attractive,” she exclaimed. The sun shines through the tall win- dows overlooking the meadow. Bright new furniture invites young minds to explore the literary world. Plush chairs Elementary librarian Marsha Flowers proudly stands by her collection of books in allow for comfortable reading, and the new library in the Elementary School Complex. tables and chairs designed for little kindergarteners spread out in one cor- ner of the room. New brightly colored Tate Chrysler Donates Frame wood shelves hold thousands of books (at last count close to two thousand) of Machine to the Auto Body Class different genres: picture books for the lower grades and short chapter books such as Harry Potter, Nancy Drew, and the Magic School House, favorites of our elementary students. E a c h grade has weekly library time. Students go for storytelling time by Ms. Flowers or a special guest, and then they are free to browse through books on the shelves. Some students sit on the floor with their Standing next to the frame machine donated by Tate Chrysler is Kenny Stine (center), faces glued to the books, animated at Body Shop Manager from Tate, with students (L-R) Donte Thomas, Malik Morris, Austin Cerasoli and teacher Van Brewer. Tate Chrysler donated the machine to the every twist and turn in the story’s plot. Auto Body Class during the MSD Foundation's 2008-09 Annual Giving Campaign. Some check out one book, some check In addition to the frame machine, the Auto Body Class was presented with a check out many books. for $15,400 from the Foundation. The money will be used to purchase other tools Continued on next page and equipment needed by the class.
18 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Around MSD about someone who may be thinking about committing suicide, the Hotline is available 24 hours a day to provide Youth support (800-SUICIDE). The students showed interest and asked good questions. Survivors of Suicide Suicide Rich and Kim Edmands who are survivors of suicide presented on Wednesday evening at the Ely Orioles’ Square; they lost their son to suicide a couple of years ago. Their Prevention presentation touched many people’s hearts. It was the first time they had shared their personal story in public. The survivors explained that there are resources avail- able for students if they need help. The loss of a loved one Program from suicide is often shocking, painful, and unexpected. They emphasized the importance of getting help, seeking YSPP support, and communicating feelings. id you know that one hundred young people each week in the United States are lost to suicide? Did Yellow Ribbon and Film Night Dyou know that every two hours and five minutes, a person under the age of twenty-five commits suicide? Suicide is On Thursday evening, the dorm students made “yellow the third leading cause of death among young people. ribbon” cards. The yellow ribbon is the symbol of suicide Student Life at the Frederick Campus hosted several awareness, prevention, and survivors worldwide. events during the week of October 12, 2009, to raise aware- During a crisis, a person can feel overwhelmed and ness about suicide prevention. sometimes not know how to ask for help. The yellow Hotline Program ribbon card is a tool people can use to ask for help when they can not find the words to say “I need help.” Cards The week started with presentations given by Suzi were placed in the Principal’s office in the Ely Building, Borg, Director of the Hotline Program for the Mental the Assistant Principal’s Office in Veditz, and the Student Health Association of Frederick County. She presented on Life Office. Monday and Tuesday evenings at the Klipp-Redmond and Following the yellow ribbon activity, the students Foxwell-Moylan dorms and explained the myths and facts watched a suicide film entitled Silent Epidemic: The Teen regarding suicide. Students gained a better understanding Suicide. The film profiled teenagers who have attempted of suicidal behavior and warning signs. They also learned suicide and looked at their progression in coping with how and where they can get help. depression. The film also discussed warning signs, causes, Ms. Borg also talked about her Hotline program which and prevention of teen suicide. she has operated for more than ten years. If anyone is —Neshy Bravin, Behavioral Specialist for the experiencing thoughts related to suicide or is concerned Office of Student Life, [email protected]
given by families of MSD students who have outgrown New Elementary Library their books. Continued from previous page One thing is for certain— the world of reading does not Ms. Flowers always smiles at the end of the class happen only in the period because it is hard to get imaginative minds out library, but it sure is and back to class. The elementary library is working a nice place to find on getting additional computers and audio-books for something to read! MSD’s hard-of-hearing students. One thing new this —Chris Kaftan, year is that the library has changed its hours from 9 Director of Curriculum and to 5 to allow students to go to the library after school. Instruction, FC, christo- Another nice aspect is the number of parent volunteers [email protected] and the amazing donations of books that have been
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 19 Around MSD
the requirements, receive a program completion certificate MSD’s Driver Education and then apply for a provisional license (nine months after getting their learner’s permit). Eighteen months after Program is getting their provisional license, students can apply for a permanent driver’s license—a long, step-by-step process Brought Back to Life but worth the wait! William Kraft, Section Manager for the MVA, and SD brought the Driver’s Education program back several of his colleagues are thrilled that MSD is offering to life in the fall of 2008 with the arrival of Timothy this program; they hope that MSD will expand this M(Tim) Scanlon who is a certified and licensed driver education instructor. Mr. Scanlon is one of two deaf licensed driver opportunity to include other deaf and hard-of-hearing education instructors in the state of Maryland. individuals in the state of Maryland. Mr. Kraft In order to operate a Driver Education school, noted that direct (ASL) communication in the MSD had to apply for and receive a license classroom is far more beneficial for students from the Motor Vehicle Administration than providing interpreters in a classroom of (MVA), which also trains and certifies all hearing students. driver education instructors. The Driver When asked about their experiences with Education Classroom and In-car Curriculum was the Driver Education program, students said: developed by the MVA in 1998 and then refined “You have given me a chance to learn how to be and revised in 2005. MSD is the only school in a safer driver in the future…thank you!” the state of Maryland to be offering this course to “I’m so glad I was able to take this class before I graduate deaf and hard-of-hearing students during the school day next spring. Now I will be able to get a job!” as one of the many high school course offerings. “I’m relieved that I won’t have to depend on taxis and buses The program has two components: in-classroom and will be more independent!” instruction (a full semester) and six hours of behind-the- “You have helped improve my relationships with my family wheel (BTW) driving lessons with Mr. Scanlon. Students and friends because I won’t have to ‘bug’ them for a ride!” are strongly encouraged to have a Learner’s Permit prior “Thanks to you, I will know what to do when I drive!” to taking the class since they cannot take BTW lessons “Now I’m more motivated to be in school because of this class!” without a permit. Parents are encouraged to provide sixty —Lisa Flynn, Assistant Principal, additional hours of BTW time with their child while Career and Technology Education, class is in session. Students, who have successfully met FC, [email protected]
The Driver Education Program’s Instructor, Mr. Tim Scanlon, is shown with some of his students. The students are: Garrett Safety procedures regarding when a vehicle approaches the Sims, Alexandria Carter, Joshua Cogan (in the car with Rachael train tracks are explained to students Rachael Richart and Richart), Lauren Simmons, and Shane Brewer. Lauren Simmons.
20 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Around MSD Youth Police Academy of Frederick County
he Youth Police Academy of Frederick County hosted their seventh annual series of day-long classes in July Tfor children under fourteen. Eight MSD students—Rory Dietz, Celso and Zeke Martinez, Jazob Monroe-Caldwell, Brady and Cassidy Perry, and Joshua Wojnar attended the class on July 15th with an interpreter. These eight students, along with forty others, had the opportunity to have first- hand experience of what it is like to be a police officer by participating in different scenarios such as learning about stranger danger and internet safety, having a chance to see Top Lt. Stephen Tuel, Officer Jason Essel, Officer Angie Nibert departmental equipment, watching a K-9 demonstration, Front (L-R) Zeke Martinez, Brady Perry, Cassidy Perry, Joshua dusting for fingerprints, processing a staged crime scene, and Wojnar, Jazob Monroe-Caldwell, Rory Dietz, Celso Martinez. receiving information on departmental programs. At the end of the class, the students participated in a physical doubled. The News-Post article also mentioned that agility course. The students really enjoyed their eight MSD students had signed up for the course. time with the program. Most of the students http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/ asked to come back again next year. news/display.htm?StoryID=92578 On July 14, The Frederick News Post ran Parents of the participating students wish to an article about the Youth Police Academy thank Michele Bowman, Community Outreach explaining the purpose of the activity and the Coordinator of the Frederick Police Department, growing number of young people signing up for making the Youth Police Academy experi- each year. Twenty-five students signed up in the ence happen for their children. program’s first year, 2003. This year, that number nearly —Jason Dietz, Rory’s Parent
New MSD Elementary School Installs New Visual Communications Technology
hanks to the contribution of Kevin Lawrence and Helius, a Hughes Network Systems Company, there Tis now a TV screen that welcomes everyone who comes through the lobby of the new elementary school building. The Helius Media Author was on display to welcome visitors at the grand opening event on October 15th with news clips of Andrew Bonheyo being selected as ABC News’ The Person of the Week. This Helius Media Author will be used to make announcements about important school events, recognition, directions, and so on. Many thanks go to Kevin Lawrence, father of fifth grader Gillian for this wonderful communication system. —Mary Lynn Lally, Assistant Principal, Elementary Department, FC, [email protected]
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 21 Around MSD Family Registration Day Middle School SBG amily Registration Day chaired by Lori Bonheyo on Gives Back to the Sunday, August 24th was a huge success. Many families Fof all student ages came on that day to meet with teachers, Community collect information and get ready for the school year. They he Maryland School for the Deaf ’s Middle School also had the opportunity to mingle with other families. Student Body Government wanted to do something Student leaders and staff helped with the registration, Tworthwhile this year to give back to playroom, gym and tours of the new elementary building. the community. During the month of November, the officers decided to conduct a canned food drive to donate to the residents of Frederick. The 2009-2010 SBG Cabinet con- sists of President Jehanne McCullough; two Vice Presidents, Jake Bonheyo and Corey Rosko; Secretary Jake Grindstaff; Treasurer Jad Gore; and three Sergeants at Arms, Lance Brewer, Bailey Moers, and Christy Zendarski. They solicited canned and dry food from the MSD community for the month of November and collected Lori Bonheyo gives out information to Lisa Hower, a parent of more than ten bags of food. The officers then walked to Tristan Hower. Downtown Frederick and dropped off the donated food at the Frederick Community Agency Action building. While there, they had the opportunity to see what the food bank looks like, how foods are categorized, and how bags are divided up for families. They learned that approximately thirty-five bags are sent out daily to Frederick residents. This was a wonderful experience for the officers of Middle School’s Junior Student Body Government. Terri Monroe Dietz and Kimberly Rogers, Advisors, FC, [email protected], [email protected]
Student Leaders (L-R) Michelle Mansfield-Hom, Shayna Rose Unger and Bethany Weiner help out with the registration. In the background, High School Special Needs Assistant Principal, Ann Hirsch (left) chats with Principal, Lisa Houck.
Middle School Jr. SBG Officers drop off their donation of Josh Mendelsohn (left), MSD parent, chats with Ken Thigpen, canned foods at Frederick Community Agency Action (FCAA). volunteer, in front of the playroom where young kids and (L-R) Christy Zendarski, Jehanne McCullough, Lance Brewer, parents congregate. Jake Bonheyo, Corey Rosko, Jad Gore, Jake Grindstaff
22 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 The Junior Bulletin Contributed by MSD Students Youth Leadership Camp An Unforgettable Experience ast July, a lucky group thirty fun-filled days. We of MSD students got learned about each other and Laccepted to Youth Leadership how to be better leaders. The Camp: Michelle Mansfield- Olympics day was especially Hom, Tandy Lewis, Bethany memorable. My team had Weiner, Dan Mabashov, and been falling apart; we had myself. On the first day of started to have problems. YLC, we all wondered if it With Olympics day coming would be up, we all finally had to work together. At last we understood each other better and started to become very close. As a result, my team really improved. The last day of YLC hit me hard because I had been with those campers for one long month, and we had become a family. Now we had to say goodbye. worth giving When I arrived home, I Fingerspelling M-A-R-Y-L-A-N-D are Dan Mabashov (top), up one month of our summer, would have given anything Michelle Mansfield-Hom (above left), Tandy Lewis (above right), but after YLC I kept saying, just to go back. It was the Hillary Frankowiak (below left), Bethany Weiner (below right). “Yes, it was all worth the best camp I ever went to, experience!” and I will never forget the The times I had at YLC experiences and feelings I were very amazing, and the had there! camp was one of the best I —Hillary Frankowiak, ever attended. There were a lot Senior of things to do such as field trips, guest speakers, evening DAN MABASHOV programs, debates, camp CHOSEN AS JR. NAD’S ALL-AROUND bowls, crisis day, Olympics LEADER Student Body day, and media hours. The last Government President activity, media hours, refers Dan Mabashov (right) to the camp newsletter The was recognized at the 2009 Jr. NAD Daily Drum and the camp National Conference yearbook, vlogs, and blogs. in Austin, Texas as High technology! All-Around Leader. There were fifty other Congratulations, Dan! campers with whom I spent
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 23 The Junior Bulletin Contributed by MSD Students High School
Middle School
TOP (L-R) Terri Monroe Dietz (Advisor), Jake Grindstaff (Secretary), Corey Rosko (Co-Vice President), Jad Gore (Treasurer), Jehanne McCullough (President), Jake Bonheyo TOP (L-R) Katie Millios, Secretary of Academic Affairs; Rachael (Co-Vice President) BOTTOM Bailey Moers and Christy Richart Secretary of Extracurricular Affairs MIDDLE Jonathan Zendarski (Sergeant at arms) NOT PICTURED Lance Brewer Clapp, Treasurer; Nicole Gleicher, Secretary BOTTOM Skye (Sergeant at arms) Dreumont, Vice President; Dan Mabashov, President Janet Mertz-Witzcak’s Art Class—Painted Landscapes
By Kyle Tharpe, Sophomore By Cahlah Chapman, Freshman
24 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Sportscope MSD Receives Grant from the National Football League
or many years lengthy discussions were held on how to improve the Fvarsity football field which had become hard and in many places barren of grass. The field had been virtually untouched except for routine maintenance since it was installed in the mid-1970s and over thirty years of use had taken its toll. It was finally agreed that reseeding and increasing the watering schedule would be insufficient to achieve the desired results. The current field would have to be removed and entirely new layers of soil and sod along with an Old field was sprayed to kill all growth Dead grass is removed and new soil is irrigation system be installed. and irrigation system is installed. spread over the field. Working such a large project into the school’s budget can take several years, so the Maryland School for the Deaf turned toward possible grant monies, locating two such opportu- nities through the National Football League, one grant for an irrigation system and a second for new sod. The Baltimore Ravens football team also immediately signed on Use of irrigation system to water the field begins even before re-sodding is with support and with this assistance New sod is brought in by the roll. complete. the school was awarded full funding under both grants for a total of $40,000. The Maryland School for the Deaf Foundation contributed an additional $15,000 and the Maryland School for the Deaf Booster Club added $7,500. This brought the total outside fund- ing to $62,500, a little more than the estimated cost of the combined projects. By the time the grant was awarded the 2008 football season had already begun, leaving insufficient time to have the work done before the winter months arrived. Once the spring of 2009 arrived, work began on extending the water supply connection from the Benson Gymnasium out to the football field. The irrigation system was installed and then finally the new sod was laid. After a summer of intensive watering to make certain the sod took hold, the field was declared ready to go for the first 2009 season home varsity football game on August MB 28, 2009. —Stanley C. Baker, Deputy Superintendent, [email protected] MSD students put the new field surface to good use, winning 5 of 6 home football games in 2009.
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 25 Sportscope For complete win/loss records, go to www.msd.edu
ince the summer of 2006, MSD has offered students Adventure Camp, a one-week boy’s basketball camp, or a variety of opportunities to participate in various one week of each. Scamp activities for two weeks after school is out in June. Nineteen middle school boys attended the basketball Depending on camp sign ups, MSD offers boys’ and girls’ camp coordinated by boys’ high school varsity head coach basketball and cheerleading as well as an adventure camp James DeStefano and his assistants. They were given in- which features daily field trips in and around Frederick. dividual instruction, taught a variety of drills, and shown This past summer, students from both the Columbia and Frederick campuses were involved in a two-week Continued on next page
BACK (L to R) Scott Morrison (Summer Camp Director), Jesse Steingieser (staff), Terry Berrigan (staff), James Steingieser (staff), Peter Badavas (staff), James DeStefano (Basketball Camp Coordinator), Derek Cerasoli, staff MIDDLE Bailey Moers, Tristan Hower, Cody Simmons, Cody Moers, DanJohn Kerchner, Steven Metger, Jad Gore, Jorge Aguilar, Ethan Sonnenstrahl FRONT Brett Sonnenstrahl, Davy Bahan, Carey Ballard, Jake Bonheyo, Corey Rosko,Austin Cerasoli, Jake Grindstaff, Blake Brewer
BACK (L to R) Amanda Schahn (staff), Robin Buhurrus (Columbia shuttle driver), Scott Morrison (Camp Director), Mike Kent (staff), Laura Lohmeyer (Adventure camp Coordinator), Cheri Winnings (Assistant Coordinator) MIDDLE Steven Scotto, Corey Rosko, Jasmine Woodruff, Joey Hoffman, Jorge Aguilar, Steven Metger, DanJohn Kerchner, Jad Gore, Danny Dunham, Jake Bonheyo, Austin Cerasoli FRONT Rose Shephard, Rex Shephard, Ronnie Campanaro, Anna Wood-Jacobowitz, Isabella Walker, Carey Ballard, Jake Grindstaff, Brooke Bonheyo, Jason Dunham
26 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Sportscope
he fall cheerleaders began practice last fall under head coach Janice Randall and assistant coach Cheri TWinnings. They worked closely together to perfect cheers and routines and come together as a unit. The Varsity squad members were Senior Kevina Kerchner; Juniors Skye Druemont, Nicole Gleicher, Courtney Rideout, and Karla Wiener; Sophomore Kaliah Doe; and Freshman Kali Doubledee. The MSD varsity cheerleaders who cheered the MSD football team throughout their tremendous season were a devoted group. MSD cheerleaders pepped it up and cheered with great spirit during games regardless of the cold or rain. The girls did a great job signing the “National Anthem” before each home football game. The coaches were excited to see the cheerleaders work- ing together to create new cheers and chants as well as new halftime dances. The spirit of the cheerleaders was consistent throughout the season as they supported the football team as well as displaying their talent to MSD parents and fans. November 6th was Senior Night when Coaches Janice Randall and Cheri Winnings recognized Kevina Kerchner for her dedication and contributions to a suc- cessful season. Head coach Janice Randall would like to thank Assistant Cheri Winnings as well as the parents and families of the cheerleaders for a wonderful season. Waving hands for the Top Karla Wiener Back Coach Janice Randall, Skye Dreumont, fans that cheered with us! Nicole Gleicher, Kaliah Doe, Assistant Coach Cheri Winnings Front Kali Doubledee, Courtney Rideout, Kevina Kerchner Not —Janice Randall, Head Coach, FC, pictured Harmony Brunson [email protected]
Summer Camps The campers enjoyed swimming, hiking, rock wall climb- ing, a day of Discovery activities at Gallaudet University, Continued from previous page bowling, miniature golf, Rita’s Italian Ice, pottery creations, proper shooting techniques. Team and individual compe- and the grand finale of a day at Hershey Park where they tition was held daily and the boys improved their skills toured the chocolate factory as well as the amusement park. immensely! Awards were also given to each boy at the end At the conclusion of the camp, several campers asked if the of camp. Coach DeStefano was assisted by former girls’ camp could be extended another week! varsity coach, Terry Berrigan, and student assistants Camp Director Scott Morrison would like to thank James Steingieser, Jesse Steingieser, and James DeStefano and Laura Lohmeyer as well Derek Cerasoli. as each staff member and student volunteer Twenty students at the middle for making the camps a success. Special ap- school level attended the Adventure preciation goes to Superintendent James E. Camp coordinated by Laura Lohmeyer Tucker for his vision in creating the camp and assisted by Mike Kent, Cheri and his support in making it a reality. Winnings, Robin Burrhus, and —Scott Morrison, Director of Amanda Schahn. Summer Camps, [email protected]
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 27 Sportscope For complete win/loss records, go to www.msd.edu
he Maryland School for the Deaf had another land- Deaf, Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf, Phoenix mark volleyball season in 2009. They participated in Day School for the Deaf, and Texas School for the Deaf. Tseveral tournaments, sweeping to the championship in Maryland downed Illinois School for the Deaf in the quar- three of them; the New Life Fall Classic, Spike Out XI terfinals and Phoenix Day School for the Deaf again in the Tournament, and Eastern Schools for the Deaf Athletic semifinals, thus advancing to the finals. Maryland earned a Association (ESDAA). “four-peat” (winning this tournament for the fourth year in The Orioles sealed the first place trophy in the New a row) as champions, topping Indiana School for the Deaf, Life Fall Classic for the third year in a row. After Maryland 25-19 and 25-23. Tandy Lewis, Claire Tucker, and Shayna lost the first set in the finals against Covenant Life, they Rose Unger were chosen on the all tournament team. bounced back to victory 23-25, 25-22, and 19-17. Maryland’s The Lady Orioles defended the ESDAA championship strength was passing and hitting while playing great defense. for the eleventh consecutive year, overpowering every op- It was a total team effort and a great start to the season ponent in the round robin and bracket competition. In the for MSD. semifinals Maryland outplayed the Pennsylvania School for At the Model Invitational, eight schools participated the Deaf, 25-5 and 25-4. In the finals Maryland knocked out and the competition was a challenge. Maryland conquered the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in two straight Sidwell Friends in the semifinals but lost to Covenant sets, 25-7 and 25-9. Tandy Lewis, Michelle Mansfield-Hom, Community School in the finals, 25-17 and 25-23. Tandy Claire Tucker, Shaina Steingieser, and Shayna Rose Unger Lewis and Michelle Mansfield-Hom were named to the were selected on the all tournament team. all tournament team. In the MD/DC Private School Tournament, Maryland The Wisconsin School for the Deaf hosted the Spike was invited to participate in the eight-team competition. Out XI Volleyball Tournament on October 1-2, 2009. In Fourth seeded Maryland hosted fifth seeded Seton Keough the pool play, Maryland steamrolled over the California and beat them, 3-1. Maryland advanced to the semifinals School for the Deaf at Riverside, Illinois School for the against top seed Mount de Sales. Maryland was unable to
BACK ROW Coach Vicki Kitsembel, Assistant Coach Ray Lehmann, Claire Tucker, Tarja Lewis, Janna Oshman, Augusta Seremeth, Racquel Roult, Liv Polzin, Statistican Christy Hediger, Assistant Coach Patrick Rosenburg, Assistant Coach Laura Lohmeyer FRONT ROW Manager Andrew Biskupiak, Shayna Rose Unger, Tandy Lewis, Shaina Steingieser, Michelle Mansfield-Hom, Brittany Frank, Manager Raquel Grindstaff
28 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Sportscope pull out a win and lost in three straight sets. It ended the The coaches were exceedingly proud of the volleyball Orioles’ successful season with 37 wins and 5 losses which team’s accomplishment for another great season. They would also resulted in our fourth National Championship selec- like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone for their help, tion a few days later DeafDigest.com. support, and encouragement throughout the season. The members of the varsity team are Seniors Brittany —Vicki Kitsembel, Head Coach, FC, Frank, Tandy Lewis, Michelle Mansfield-Hom, Shaina [email protected] Steingieser, and Shayna Rose Unger, Juniors Racquel Roult Deafdigest.com Honorable Mention and Claire Tucker, Sophomores Janna Oshman and Augusta Team of the Year Tandy Lewis Seremeth, and Freshman Tarja Lewis. Seniors Frank, Lewis, Maryland Shaina Steingieser Mansfield-Hom, Steingieser, and Unger will be missed for Player of the Year Shayna Rose Unger their devotion, desire, motivation, and loyalty. Claire Tucker National Deaf Under a new head coach Patrick Rosenburg and assistant Interscholastic Laura Lohmeyer, the Junior Varsity girls completed their Frederick News-Post Athletics Association season with an impressive record of 15-2-4. They started All Area Team of the Year off the year with the Gold Medal Squared team coming Second Team Maryland Player of the Year from California for training during the pre-season and Tandy Lewis Claire Tucker ended the year with a victory playing against the Model Claire Tucker Honorable Mention First Team Secondary School for the Deaf (MSSD). MSD Junior Claire Tucker Michelle Mansfield-Hom Varsity finished fifth at Thomas Johnson High School’s Junior Tandy Lewis Varsity Tournament. The team, although young, consisted Shaina Steingieser Shayna Rose Unger Shayna Rose Unger of juniors Tiffany Bridgett, Chelsea Morris, and Audrey Second Team Robinson; sophomores Ivana Genievsky, CJ Hirsch, and Michelle Mansfield-Hom Frederick Gazette All Area Honorable Mention Heather Mansfield-Hom; and freshmen Lauren Goldberg, First Team Brittany Frank, Mia Goldberg, Corbin Register, and Kristin Williams. The Claire Tucker Shaina Steingieser future is bright for the MSD volleyball program!
Top (L-R) Assistant Coach Laura Lohmeyer, Tiffany Bridgett, Mia Goldberg, CJ Hirsch, Lauren Goldberg, Chelsea Morris, Coach Patrick Rosenburg Front Corbin Register, Heather Mansfield-Hom, Audrey Robinson, Ivana Genievsky, Kristin Williams
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 29 Sportscope For complete win/loss records, go to www.msd.edu
fter finishing the season 10-1 and first time. MSD defeated them 49-0 Junior tight end Shawn Harrington outscoring opponents 463 to 97, on their homecoming day. MSD also led the team with 35 catches for 835 Athe Maryland School for the Deaf were able to defeat Poolesville High yards and 12 touchdowns. He also set has been named the 2009 deaf school School (a 2A school) 44-6 on their MSD records in receiving category. football national champions by both homecoming day. Deafdigest.com and National Deaf Our only loss was to Reading Most Receiving Yards (season)...... 835 Interscholastic Athletic Association Central Catholic, 21-6, in the second Most Receiving Touchdowns...... 12 (NDIAA). It is the Maryland School game of the season. They handed us our (season) for the Deaf ’s seventh consecutive na- only loss for the second straight year. tional championship, during which time MSD had a big passing attack For Shawn’s outstanding accom- the team has won 72 of 75 games. this year, as junior quarterback Todd plishments, he received some special The MSD football team had sev- Bonheyo threw for 1,676 yards and had honors. He was picked on MDHigh. eral highlights this season. The biggest 19 touchdown passes. He completed 67 com Small Schools All-State First one was winning over St. Andrew’s percent of his passes and threw only Team and MDVarsity.com Small of Middletown, Delaware, 31-29. It four interceptions in his 145 pass at- Schools All-State Second Team. was a hard fought game and Brandon tempts. He led Frederick County in MDVarsity teams are voted by the Williams sealed the win with a quar- passing yardage and ranks 10th in state media. He was also on the Frederick terback sack with few seconds left in of Maryland. Todd set several school News Post All-Area and the Frederick the game. The other highlight was a records this season: Gazette first team. trip to California to play California Ethan Kramer led the Orioles’ School for the Deaf, Riverside. It was Most Completions (game)...... 14 rushing attack with 847 yards on 73 a rewarding experience for some play- Most Completions (season)...... 98 carries (11.6 per carry) and 15 touch- ers as some flew in a plane for the first Most Attempts (season)...... 145 downs and scored a team leading time. Some went to California for the Most Passing Yards (season)...... 1,676 102 points. Todd Rewolinski was the
Top Video recorder Wendell Pratt, Athletic Trainer Sarah Treese, Zack Barron, Nerville Bama Nde, Derek Frank, DeAndre Gaskins, DanJohn Kerchner, Asher Kirschbaum, Malik Morris, Derek Cerasoli, Nick McClain Middle Assistant Coach Jeff Lewis, Head Coach Andy Bonheyo, Ethan Kramer, Eric Setzer, Tyler Lewis, James Steingieser, Zachary Israel, Michaelson Liddle, Jesse Steingieser, Myles Goldberg, Kyle Tharpe, Craig Goodman, Assistant Coach Daniel Biskupiak, Assistant Coach Jeff WhiteBottom Jack Green, Gregg McConville, Todd Rewolinski, Justin Wiener, Shawn Harrington, Todd Bonheyo, Ty Heisey, Brandon Williams, Roy Barron, Emre Sen
30 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Sportscope second leading rusher with 675 Steingieser, Tyler Lewis, Justin MdHigh.com Honorable Mention Small Schools All-State Todd Rewolinski yards on 82 carries (8.2 yards per Wiener, Myles Goldberg, Gregg First Team Jesse Steingieser carry) and 11 touchdowns despite McConville, Jr, Nerville Nde, Shawn Harrington Brandon Williams missing 4 games due to an injury. Kyle Tharpe, Brandon Williams Gregg McConville, Jr. Sophomore wide receiver Jesse and Zachary Israel. MDVarsity.com James Steingieser Steingieser was the second lead- MSD senior players will Small Schools All-State Eric Setzer Second Team ing receiver with 21 catches for be missed. They are as follows: NDIAA 402 yards and 4 touchdowns. Roy Barron, Jack Green and Shawn Harrington First Team Honorable Mention Gregg McConville, Jr. was Ty Heisey. Shawn Harrington Todd Bonheyo the team leading tackler with 89 MSD football program con- Todd Bonheyo tackles. James Steingieser had 64 tinues to shine and it was made Ethan Kramer Frederick News Post Jesse Steingieser tackles. Brandon Williams had possible with outstanding teach- First Team Brandon Williams 12 quarterback sacks and safety ing from our coaching staff, Shawn Harrington Gregg McConville, Jr. Todd Bonheyo led the team with Ronnie Taylor (assistant head Second Team Eric Setzer 4 interceptions. coach), Jeff White (defensive Todd Bonheyo Second Team Punter and kicker Eric Setzer coordinator), Daniel Biskupiak Gregg McConville, Jr. Justin Wiener Honorable Mention had an outstanding season, mak- and Jeff Lewis. Their dedication Ethan Kramer Honorable Mention Todd Rewolinski ing 34 PATS and 3 field goals. His and commitment to the team are Justin Wiener James Steingieser 34 PATs is a new school record for much appreciated. Brandon Williams Deafdigest.com most PATs in a season. He also —Andy Bonheyo, Head Coach, Jesse Steingieser First Team averaged 35.8 yards as a punter. [email protected] James Steingieser Todd Bonheyo MSD had several outstand- Todd Rewolinski Shawn Harrington Eric Setzer ing offensive and defensive Jesse Steingieser linemen who played a huge role Ethan Kramer Frederick Gazette in their championship season Todd Rewolinski First Team and they are as follows: James Eric Setzer Shawn Harrington Gregg McConville, Jr. Second Team Brandon Williams All Around James Steingieser Todd Bonheyo Justin Wiener
Top Video Technician Wendell Pratt, Manager Emre Sen, Athletic Trainer Sarah Treese Middle Coach Jeff Lewis, Michael DeVito, Jourdan Carrington, Craig Goodman, Michaelson Liddle, Eric Setzer, DanJohn Kerchner, Cody Paulay-Simmons, Nick McClain, Assistant Coach Danny Biskupiak Front Darrius Doe, Taran Taylor, Asher Kirschbaum, Kyle Tharpe, Derek Cerasoli, Nervile Bama Nde, DeAndre Gaskins, Zack Barron, Austin Cerasoli
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 31 Sportscope For complete win/loss records, go to www.msd.edu
Top (L-R) Assistant Coach Cheryl Collier, Coach Nancy Lewis Front Tessa Lewis, Alexa Paulay-Simmons, Marika Lewis, Emily DeSimone, Seirra McConville, Jaqqie Boese, Tayla Newman, Allyson Bortoletto, Lexie Pinder
Top (L-R) Coach Tamara Majocha, Christy Zendarski, Kristen Ames, Allyson Bortoletto, Jehanne McCullough, Assistant Coach Rosemary Latin Front Marika Lewis, Alexa Paulay-Simmons, Jaqqie Boese, Monique Johnson
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Top Coach Rex Moers, Assistant Coach Mark Cross, Assistant Coach Scott Johnson Middle Egan Seremeth, Davy Bahan, Tristan Hower, Jake Grindstaff, Tarik Wallace, Bailey Moers, Elijah Needs, Corey Rosko, Jake Bortoletto Front Cody Moers, Jerrod Grill, Jad Gore, Lance Brewer, Jake Bonheyo, Kratt Brown, William Millios
Top Maverick Obermiller, Blake Brewer, Austin Latin Middle Head Coach Robert Lewis, Assistant Coach Abenico Martinez, Quincy Johnson, Gabriel Veit, Maguire Hause, Special Assistant Coach Mark Cross Bottom Kendre White, Cassidy Perry, Zeke Martinez, Rory Lewis, Brady Perry, Taria Pellicer, Celso Martinez Not pictured Joshua Wojnar and Assistant Coach Andrew Pellicer
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 33 Sportscope For complete win/loss records, go to www.msd.edu Small USA Splash, Big MSD Splash in Taiwan t was a mixed-results kind of feeling this past September the 22 American medals, individuals or relay teams won Ifor the United States Deaflympic team. The United 10. Hembrough shattered the deaf world record in the States brought only 144 athletes—the smallest team in 110m hurdles. recent memory due to the recession—and far fewer than Patrick Southern won his second straight gold in the medal-count leader Russia’s almost 300 athletes. However, men’s pole vault with a Games record of 4.8 meters. Michael the U.S. was able to come Saalfeld won gold in the away with 22 medals. 800-meter race and silver The Maryland School in the 1600-meter relay. for the Deaf had a respect- Saalfeld’s brother, Craig, able representation of nabbed silver in the de- alumni and current staff cathlon. members participating Female Athletics in the Games, a good sprinter Amber Nash number of whom brought earned two bronze med- home medals. als, one each in the 100m The Americans came and 400m hurdles. Delvin to Taipei prepared to Furlough also won gold redeem themselves af- in the men’s 400m dash. ter a dismal showing First-time Deaflympian at the 2005 Melbourne Joanel Lopez threw for Deaflympics but faced gold in the men’s shot big challenges. Russia and put, and fellow thrower Ukraine, the top two countries in the medal haul, arrived Onyemachi Davis got bronze in the discus event. in Taiwan weeks before the Deaflympics to acclimate Bowlers Randall Perry, Patty Brothag, and Sharon themselves to the weather, humidity, and difference in time DiTondo all continued the U.S. dominance in bowling zones. The U.S. arrived only eight days early for training although the team earned fewer medals this time around. camp in Chia-yi, three hours south of Taipei. In his first Deaflympics, Perry earned gold in the men’s The $18 million opening singles competition with ceremonies were spectacu- a six-game average of 204 lar, treating fans to a spec- pins. Brothag and DiTondo tacle that rivaled Beijing’s earned bronze in women’s Olympic opening. doubles bowling. The next day, the U.S. In the sands of Pacific opened the first full day of Green Bay, the men’s and competition with a gold women’s beach volleyball medal in the 1,000-meter cy- teams had high expectations. cling sprint from flag-bearer Ranked professional player Paul Wood, the fifth of his Michael Bruning and his Deaflympic career. partner, Dmitri Nikiforov, Led by reigning Big Ten were gold-medal favorites champion Joshua Hembrough, MSD senior Mark Cross gets taken down by Turkey’s Ilhan Citak but they fell to Ukraine in the Athletics (track and field) during the first period in the quarterfinals of the 96kg weight the final set, 2-1. squad earned nearly half of class. Cross was pinned by Citak in the second period. Photo After placing fourth at the U.S.’s total medals. Of courtesy Jason Chiou/U.S. Deaflympics the last world champion-
34 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Sportscope ships, the men’s soccer team expected Deaflympics, 2009 was Sweden’s year to contend for a medal. Poor play and as they defeated the U.S., 60-52. awful officiating shut the door on its The 2009 Deaflympics marked the medal hopes. However, they defeated U.S.’s participation in two new sports, reigning gold-medal team England, tae kwon do and orienteering. Lone 3-1, to knock the English out of the martial artist Roman Nawrocki fought quarterfinals. well in his only match, but lost. The women’s soccer team did The three American orienteers not disappoint, riding the hot feet of opened a door that hopefully will bring a Purdue University graduate Felicia bigger squad to Athens in four years. Schroeder to a repeat gold medal with Kyle Hoffer won the lone wrestling a 4-0 drubbing of Germany in the medal for the U.S. in the 66-74kg gold-medal match. Schroeder scored freestyle. Current MSD senior Mark eight goals in four matches to lead Cross (’10) came tantalizingly close to the Americans in a total team effort, winning a bronze, only to get pinned dismantling other countries during after leading 7-5 in his match. their run towards gold. To wrap up the games, Nicholas The women’s volleyball team set Schrieber captured the U.S.’s second out to settle a long-time feud with gold in cycling with a decisive victory archrival Japan. Since its collapse in in the 50km points race. the 2001 Rome Deaflympics gold- MSD had several staff members MSD graduate Shana Lehmann, ‘05 medal match, the U.S. had not defeated who were also members of the U.S. (background) waits for her teammate to Japan until the 2009 semifinals when Team. High school teacher aide receive a serve in a women’s volleyball they finally put Japan down in four Mike Kent closed his basketball ca- match in Taipei. Photo courtesy Hugh Carey/U.S. Deaflympics sets. Emotionally spent and physically reer with a gold medal in the men’s drained, the U.S. could not provide a finals, while transition specialist strong defense against Ukraine in the James DeStefano–who also coaches gold-medal match, settling for silver. the boys’ high school team–was one Libero Shana Lehmann (MSD Class of the assistant coaches of the men’s of 2005) led the defensive attack for basketball team. Frederick campus USA, while Krystle Berrigan (MSD Student Life Counselor Peter Badavas Class of 2004) provided depth coming also accompanied the men’s basketball off the bench. team as a team manager. American swimmers grabbed two Behavior specialist Vance medals: Jessica Weeden earned bronzes Rewolinski provided logistical support in the women’s 50m breaststroke and as a member of the U.S. Deaflympic 4x200m free relay, along with Peggy Liang, Committee. Chris Kaftan, who is the Rebecca Meyers, and Samantha Elam. Director of Curriculum and Instruction The men’s basketball team won its at MSD-Frederick, was the Media fourteenth straight gold medal, a streak Coordinator for the U.S. team. One of dating back to 1957, with a decisive the reporters on his Media Team was 90-73 victory against reigning world MSD alum Rachel Benedict (’07). champions Lithuania. The U.S. Team looks forward to The women’s team, however, did a stronger effort in four years at the not continue its streak. Since women’s twenty-second Summer Deaflympics MSD teacher aide Mike Kent shouts out basketball became a fixture at the in Athens, Greece. while grabbing down a rebound in the Games, the Americans had won every —Chris Kaftan, Director quarterfinal match against Greece. Kent and his teammates won the gold medal gold medal since the 1981. After los- of Curriculum, FC, for USA. Photo courtesy Jason Chiou/U.S. ing to the U.S. in four of the past five [email protected] Deaflympics
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 35 Alumni News By Terri Dietz, ‘99, Editor, [email protected]
Scott S. Snyder James Flaharty Sr. Judy Ann Seigler Michael Francis Burke
1940 Scott S. Snyder Baptist Church, Rising Sun, to the American Cancer Deborah Stokes Doe, passed away on September Maryland. Society, 1138 Parsons Road, class president, worked 1981 21, 2009. Scott is fondly Judy Ann (née Salisbury, Maryland, 21801 closely with Chairperson remembered as the beloved Seigler) Getson of Easton, or the Maryland School Douglas Scrivnor and his husband of Sarah M. Snyder, Maryland, 45, passed away on for the Deaf in Frederick, committee, who made the father of Ulrich “Bob” Snyder Thursday, April 24, 2008. Judy Maryland. event a huge success. 1984 (and his wife, Penny) and the was the daughter of Gladys The class of 1984 Approximately thirty-five late Phyllis Jean Snyder; he Howell Seigler and the late had their twenty-five-year out of seventy-two alumni was the caring grandfather of Irvin Seigler. As a lifelong reunion at the Princess were able to attend. Stories Grant Bassett, and cherished resident of Easton, she was Royale in Ocean City, were exchanged along with step-grandfather of Ruth a faithful member of the Maryland, during the week- greetings, hugs, and laughter. Keeler. Scott graduated from Talbot Evangelistic Church end of October 9 – 11, 2009. Purple t-shirts were given out Maryland School for the and especially enjoyed her Classmates came to the upon arrival and the colors Deaf in 1940. He was recog- time with family. Judy was a reunion all wondering the of purple and gold were seen nized in 1998 for his basket- loving daughter, sister, mother, same thing: “Where has the throughout the room. The ball skills during his years at and friend to many. She is time gone? 1984 does not class took time to remember MSD by being inducted into survived by her large family: seem that long ago!” Flashes and pray for fellow classmates the Hall of Fame. The funeral mother, Gladys; two children, of their class colors, purple who had passed away over the and interment took place daughter Julie Custodio and gold, were visible ev- years. Phillip Forbes did his at Crest Lawn Memorial (and her husband, Romy) of erywhere as they reminisced famous “O-R-I-O-L-E-S” Gardens in Ellicott City, Easton and son James Getson about the old days. Twenty- movement that he had done Maryland. In lieu of flow- IV (and his wife, Jennifer) of five years had gone by! during their years at MSD. ers, the family requests that Harmony; sister Robin Lively donations be made to Christ (and her husband, Ike) of United Methodist Church of Preston; two brothers, Irvin the Deaf or the Maryland Seigler, Jr., (and his compan- School for the Deaf in ion, Joyce) of Pennsylvania Frederick, Maryland. and Anthony Seigler of 1950 James Flaharty, Sr., Preston; three grandchildren, 79, passed away on October Hailey, Kaelyn, and Jadah. 16, 2009. James, a native of Services took place at the Port Deposit, was the son of Talbot Evangelistic Church the late Harry Madison and in Easton with the burial at Mary Alice (Huss) Flaharty. the Spring Hill Cemetery. The funeral service took In lieu of flowers, memo- place at the Bible Fellowship rial donations can be made Jason Stoltz Coleman and Tamijo Foronda as newlyweds
36 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 Alumni News By Terri Dietz, ‘99, Editor, [email protected]
1991 Kristine Cantrell Hall was chosen as a con- testant on the popular televi- sion game show “The Price is Right.” Kristine is probably the first deaf contestant to make it all the way to share the stage with Drew Carey and the lovely models! Kristine’s appearance was broadcast on October 20th, 2009, on CBS. Kristine was called up on stage and won two Dahon bicycles, an ex- quisite bedroom set, along with one thousand dollars from spinning the wheel! Kristine is the daughter of Céline Dazé as newly crowned Miss Deaf Kathleen Setzer, a teacher Maryland, 2009-2011 in MSD’s high school de- partment, and sister of Eric Maryland Pageant on July Setzer, a junior at MSD. 24, 2009. Celine shared what She is married to Richard made her decide to run for Hall, class of 1990, and they Miss Deaf Maryland: “After reside with their daugh- learning about the pageant ters in Valencia, California. through my mother, Ms. 1991 MSD Alumna, Kristine Cantrell Hall, gets Congratulations, Kristine! Janice Zisler Randall, [cur- chosen as a contestant on “The Price is Right” 2002 Jason Stoltz rently a teacher at Maryland This brought back a flood 1985 Michael Francis Coleman and Tamijo School for the Deaf ], I of memories. The class had Burke of North Bethesda, Foronda were married on decided to run and surprise a wonderful day catching Maryland, 44, died on July 5, 2009, at the Country my mother who was in up and remembering their Tuesday, March 10th, 2009. Club in Elsinore Lake, Europe at the time.” Céline’s class—friends, activities, He was the son of Joan California. The newlyweds platform was based on child teachers, and challenges— M. and the late Bernard A. are both teachers at the abduction. An average of during their years at MSD; Burke. Michael graduated California School for the 2,100 children is kidnapped as the evening drew to a close, from the Maryland School Deaf, Riverside. Jason is every day. Céline stressed the they wrapped up the reunion for the Deaf in 1985. In addi- teaching physical education at importance of being aware of by swearing to continue to tion to his mother, Michael the Elementary Department your surroundings wherever live by the class quotation: is survived by his wife, and is also the head football you are. As the new Miss “United we stand, divided Catharine Carroll Burke; coach. He is the son of Linda Deaf Maryland, Céline’s we fall.” A copy of the power sister, Molly A. Burdette; Stoltz, student life counselor, advice is to try something point presentation CD was brothers Christopher J., supervisor of the high school new. Do not be afraid to given to each class member Stephen R., and the late girls’ dorm, at the Frederick fail; when you fail, get back upon departure. The class of Bernard A. Burke, Jr.; and Campus. Tamijo is teaching up on your feet. “Just think 1984 had a wonderful time parents-in-law Max and Kindergarten. They reside in like Thomas Edison—he celebrating MSD and many Riverside, California. failed to invent the light Margaret Carroll. The service 2008 fond memories; they are took place at the Collins Céline Dazé was bulb hundreds of times grateful for the education Funeral Home in Silver recently crowned Miss Deaf before finally succeeding.” and experiences that have Spring, Maryland, with the Maryland. The Maryland Congratulations to Céline made them the people they burial at St. John Neumann Association of the Deaf Dazé on being the new Miss are today. Church in Gaithersburg. hosted its annual Miss Deaf Deaf Maryland! MB
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 37 Community News
the Frederick Church of the Brethren, where she was in the home builders class. She enjoyed creating family scrap- books and loved her pets. Surviving is a son, Clinton L. Lehman, (and wife, Margel Mychele Lehman) of Adamstown; a granddaughter, Emily Noelle Lehman of Adamstown; and Elizabeth Cramer Mary C. Dorsey Janet M. Lehman a sister, Rose Brashears of Mount Pleasant. Several Betty M. J. Cramer, 85, of Florida; a sister, Clara Marie Barbara) and Robert Larkin, nieces and nephews, includ- Frederick, MD passed away Lenhart, of Wadsworth, all from Frederick. Mary is ing Kathrine Duvall, Betty on Tuesday, July 21, 2009. Ohio; and several nieces also the great grandmother Jean Smith, Patty Whipp, Betty was a true Frederick and nephews. The inter- of Jobeth, Alexander, and Julia Mary Wetzel, Wayne Holt, local, born and raised in ment took place at Mount Larkin. She is also survived by and Adam Rice, also sur- Frederick. Betty was the wife Olivet Cemetery, Frederick. her sister-in-law, Katherine vive. She was preceded of the late Elwood A. Cramer, Memorial contributions Houff, from Frederick. She in death by a son, Travis who died on December 25, may be made to St. Mary’s was preceded in death by her Lyle Lehman; five brothers, 2004. They were married Chapter, c/o All Saints brothers, William and James Charles, Albert, Paul, Bob, on June 28, 1946. Betty was Episcopal Church at 108 W. Houff, and her sister, Peggy and Sam Smith; and three the daughter of the late Church St., Frederick, MD Houff. Interment occurred at sisters, Ruth Smith, Myrtle William E. and Catherine 21701 or Montevue Home the Mount Olivet Cemetery Rice, and Eleanor Holt. Harrison Oden. During Auxiliary, 355 Montevue Ave., in Frederick. Memorial con- The family received her years, she worked for Frederick, MD, 21702 tributions may be made in friends at the Robert E. Mary Catherine Dorsey, 87, the Frederick Tailoring Co., her honor to the Alzheimer’s Dailey Funeral Home on C&P Telephone, AT&T, and a native of Frederick, died on Association at 108 Byte N. Market St. in Frederick. Fort Detrick before working Thursday, October 1st, 2009. Drive, Suite 103, Frederick, Services were held on Friday, for the Maryland School for She was the daughter of the MD, 21702. November 13, at the Frederick the Deaf and retiring after late William Joseph and Julie Janet Marie Lehman, 80, of Church of the Brethren on her employment there. Betty Elizabeth (Rhinhart) Houff. Frederick died Wednesday, Fairview Avenue in Frederick loved country music, doing She was the wife of the late November 11, 2009, at with her pastor, the Rev. Sandi word puzzles, and reading. Ernest C. Dorsey, who passed Citizens Nursing and Evans Rogers, officiating. She She adored her family, espe- away in 1993. Mary especially Rehabilitation Center, was interred in Mount Olivet cially her grandchildren and enjoyed flowers and worked for Frederick. She was the wife Cemetery, Frederick. great-grandchildren. She is Sharpe’s Florist for more than of James Lyle Lehman, The family requests that survived by one son, Larry A. fifteen years. She was then who died December 29, memorial donations be made Cramer (and wife, Deborah), offered employment at the 2003. Born July 29, 1929, in memory of Mrs. Lehman to of Mount Airy; grandchil- Maryland School for the Deaf, in Frederick, she was the the Frederick County Animal dren Keegan A. Cramer of retiring after twenty years of daughter of the late Daniel Control, 1832 Rosemont Ave., Owings Mills and Kimberly service. Mary enjoyed cook- and Bertha Orem Smith. Frederick, MD 21702, or the L. Paylor (and husband, Rob), ing and being with her family. Mrs. Lehman had been Maryland School for the Deaf, of Ft. Myers, Florida; great Mary is survived by her daugh- employed with Sagner Sewing 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, grand-children, Karson A. ter, Carol Ann Larkin (and Factory. She also worked in MD 21701. Cramer of Harpers Ferry, husband Wayne) of Frederick the cafeteria at the Maryland Online condolences West Virginia, and Lauren along with grandchildren, School for the Deaf from 1979 may be made at N. Paylor of Ft. Myers, William Larkin (and wife, to1994. She was a member of DaileyFuneralHomes.com.
38 THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 MSD Alumni Profile By ByFrank AlbertMichelle Schwartz, Lee Mansfield-Hom, Tharpe his son III, Senior Senior Van AnnAlden Lynn Brewer, Smith ‘71 Parker, ‘90
nn Lynn (née Smith) Parker is swer to her child care needs, she allowed Gallaudet- said to be a trustworthy friend Ann to become a dorm student. In 1984 English who can chat, laugh out loud, she transferred to MSD-Frederick. Language Acry, pray, support, and most important Ann was involved in many school Institute for of all–simply enjoy everyday life. Ann activities — school plays, sports, and international Lynn Parker is a proud MSD alumna field trips, making paper Mache students for with charm and an inner glow. sculptures, being both Homecoming one year. Then, Ann Lynn Parker’s history begins Princess and Senior Prom Queen. two years ago, with her birth in Baltimore, Maryland. During her elementary years, Ann Ann’s life in Ann Lynn Smith Born on October 25, 1971, she was hear- broke her thumb four times from hav- the East was as senior in 1990 ing until she contracted spinal men- ing too much fun! uprooted, and ingitis at the age of eighteen months. In high school Ann became co-editor- she settled in the Bay area of California. She is the only child of Paul Smith and in-chief of the Yearbook Club, a member Her husband, James D. Parker, got Brenda Goburn Smith. She was enrolled of Jr. NAD and Close-Up Program, and a new job as the senior pastor of the in an oral program at the Riderwood a passionate basketball player. In her ju- Oakland Deaf Church. Ann was hired Elementary School at the age of four, nior year she got her first thrilling job as as a middle school English teacher at the but word of a wonderful school for the a stocker at Benetton and Gantos. After California School for the Deaf (CSD) deaf in Columbia reached her mother. many long, sweet years at MSD, Ann in Fremont where she worked full time Brenda knew little about deafness as Lynn Parker graduated in 1990. for two years. she toured MSD-Columbia, but she Graduating was a bittersweet During her seven years of teaching, felt “the groove” that MSD would be milestone for Ann; senior year became she raised three beautiful daughters. In a good fit for Ann, and she instantly all about applications and critical deci- order to have more flexibility with her transferred her there as a day student. sions about college. She was accepted at family and ministry, Ann decided to work Ann fell in love with MSD from Gallaudet and found that the saying is part-time as a substitute teacher at CSD the first day of school. She still vividly true that the college years are the best and as a private Language Arts tutor. remembers her first teacher and her years of one’s life. As a college student, There is much more to this woman classmates. At that time, children were she rolled up her sleeves and jumped than her achievements. Ann loves to instructed in Total Communication, a into many opportunities such as SBG, bake, a passion inherited from her combination of voice and signing in Black Deaf Student Union, Delta Sigma mother. She is passing on her love of English, and Ann began to master an Theta Sorority, the women’s tennis team, baking to her three daughters. ever-higher level of learning. and multicultural student programs. Ann Lynn Parker embraces all the Ann longed to live in the dorm Ann’s college experience broadened her joy of life and would like to share her because of the fun and socialization outlook on life. Throughout the years words of wisdom: it offered. Because Ann’s mother was of discovering herself at Gallaudet, her “Dear students (and friends), It’s like studying weeknights and needed an an- interests in community and education the old adage, ‘If life gives you lemons, seemed to fall into make lemonade!’ Remember to laugh when place naturally; she you are faced with adversity. Always give decided to become your time, money, and talent without ex- a teacher, major- pecting a gift in return. Be a true friend to ing in Secondary others and practice patience. Someone else Education and could benefit from your cheerful disposition. English. She taught Sometimes other people will feel betrayed at Pennsylvania if you decide to take the road less trav- School for the Deaf eled, but do not betray yourself because THE PARKER FAMILY in Philadelphia for you know your skills well! Have faith (L-R) Elizabeth, James, Jr. (Ann Lynn’s husband), one year, KDES- and believe all things are possible with Kailyn, Ann Lynn, Naomi (toddler) Clerc Center for God’s help. You CAN make it because three years, and you are BLESSED!” MB
THE MARYLAND BULLETIN, FALL 2009 39 Kerrie Koopman, Jenny Limoges, Teresa Scotton BOARD OF TRUSTEES Procurement Officer IEP Coordinator/Librarian Mary Skinner Kathleen Charles, Dane Colbert, Carol Snyder Agency Buyer Enhanced Program Coordinator Damon Sparrow Benjamin Bahan, Ph.D., Debra A. Brinker, Mary Ann Kinsella-Meier, Karen Steele President Business Services Manager AuD, CCC-A Jenica vonGarrel Cynthia Neese-Bailes, Ph.D., Terry Spesick, FEECD Audiologist Karen Whittaker Vice-President Supply Officer Andrew Francis, Kevin Sanderlin Jeanine Zwick Charles E. Poyer Jr. Trudy King, Student Life Supervisors Secretary Fiscal Accounts Clerk Supervisor Verna Kramer Student Life Counselors William J. Bowman, Russell Kestenbaum, Administrative Assistant Jeff Blanco Treasurer Accounts Payable Clerk Iantha Dean, JoAnn Kaulfuss, Karen Carragher Joseph Anthony, Laraine Hardy, Micia White, Stephen Covington Roslyn Hannibal-Booker Secretaries Michelle Deacon Connie Briscoe-Woodruff Deputy Chief Operating Officer H. Scott Hughes, Sedrick Dwyer, Francis Lanasa, Mark DeSantis Laurie Corcoran Receptionist Lisa Drakes John Ertel, Ph.D. David G. Inouye, Alex Simmons Noa Dvir Ernest Hairston, Ph.D. Computer Network Specialists Faculty Jason Johnson Sandra Harriman Paul Ritenour, Sr., Michelle Ailstock Cheryl Rasel Robin Kittleman Data Processing Analyst Shannon Ambush April Smith Angela McCaskill, Ph.D. Stella Antonio-Conley Shannon Smith Cynthia Neese-Bailes, Ph.D. FAMILY EDUCATION/ Myra Barbour Clarence Taylor III E. Bernard Palmer EARLY CHILDHOOD Suzanne Behun Dustin Zeno Khadijat Rashid, Ph.D. DEPARTMENT Lori Britt David A. Severn, Esquire Dean Buck STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES Heather Zeolla Joyce Cohen-Scher Peggy Bruce, Maryann Swann, Jody College Rudolph E. Gawlik, Executive Committee Director Megan Conaghan Catherine Rader, William J. Bowman, Chair Lori Moers, Pierre Dazé Family Services Specialists Barbara Raimondo, Esq. Deborah Marquez Anne Drechsler Lawrence Cohen, Benjamin Bahan, Ph.D. Supervising Teachers John Felix Christopher Duck, Roslyn Hannibal-Booker Cheri Dowling, Joanne Geppert Caitlin Schellhorn, John Ertel, Ph.D. Partners for Success Coordinator John Gibson Behavior Specialists Cynthia Neese-Bailes, Ph.D. Cynthia Gilmore Karin Polzin, Charles E. Poyer, Jr. Faculty Jackie Guers Mental Health Coordinator Patricia Bergemann Sabrina Harberts Janell Bunn-Verdin Joanne Hardesty Medical ADMINISTRATION Katherine Duck Jessica Heckerman Edward Cahill, M.D. Darlene Ewan Barbara Herschman Patricia Citro, R.N., Sarah Fairbanks Elizabeth Hill Supervisor James E. Tucker, Adrienne King David Hirsch Constance Berlin, M.T. Superintendent Robyn Lafferty Holly Hoglund Stephanie Leake, R.N. Abigail Elliott, Amy Lindley Timothy Karman Ruth Nelson, O.T.R. Executive Associate Jolene Whaley Luttrell Shelby Leilich Elaine Persons, R.P.T. Gay Fout, Jeannine Ranniger Ashley Levy Kathleen Waddell, R.N. Mary Ann Richmond Secretary Susan Maginnis Pauline Yeargain, R.N. Stanley C. Baker, Louise Rollins Shelly McCully Patricia Timm William Pond Mental Health Deputy Superintendent Diane Vari-Alquist Linda Stull, Elizabeth Reed Consultants Regina Wade Brandi Seaman Peter Coleman, M.D. Assistant Curator Jennifer Willis Susanna Oliver Lisa Skaggs Stephen Colyer, Ph.D. Julie Tibbitt Joseph Poirier, Ph.D. Compliance Officer Teacher Aides Nancy Cronk-Walker, Sheryl Berrigan Individual Education Program Yolette Cohen Teacher Aides Plant Operations Coordinator Dianne Kirby Dolores Abbott-Dixon and Maintenance Larry Newman Carolyn Markel Carol Baker John Cash, Sr, Publications Specialist Carrie Shortt Pamela Campbell Maintenance Supervisor Karen M. Coale Connie Pierro, Celinda Rother, Agency Grant Writer Esther Crowder Housekeeping Supervisor Erin Buck, COLUMBIATammy Smith CAMPUS Peggy Dell Catherine Baptiste Outreach Coordinator Donna Derkowski Lewis Barnhart Carl A. Robin, Deborah Doe Adolfo Ceballos John K. Snavlin, Michael Dunham James Ellis Curator, Hessian Barracks Assistant Superintendent/ Anny Currin, Lashonda Gibson Brenda Gill Principal Karen Golshiri Donald Girodo Director of Personnel Services Nancy Downey, Cyndi Fries, Kevin Hall Luis Pages Assistant Principal Maria Hourihan Turk Perritt Assistant Personnel Director Richard Ballard, Tammy Jacobs George Ruhl Daniel Hicks, Kay Spriggs, Assistant Principal of Middle Toye Stokes Christine Lawn Bonita Thompson School/Enhanced Services Joan Miller Vincent Velotta Personnel Associates /Dean of Students Dianne Ward, Christine Morreale Brian F. Alles, Mary Jo Palmisano Nutritional Services Office Clerk Director of Student Support Services Rosa Portillo Latrina Wallace, Manager Suzanne Schwertman, Jennifer Mertes, Cheryl Rasel Angela Ali-Taha Chief Operating Officer Director of Communication Services Joan Richey Ronald Gibson David Gardner, Jenny Perry, Alma Rivera Karima Kanine Fiscal Officer Curriculum Coordinator Leslie Schilling Pamela Presley Deanna Gibson Sallie Romano STUDENT SUPPORT FREDERICK CAMPUS Cassandra Harris Julie Ross SERVICES Mathis Hediger, II Kelly Sicard Della B. Hager B. Sue Hill Karen Sigmund Guidance Counselor Lisa Houck, Tara Holloway Nicole Sizemore-Smith Tamara Majocha Assistant Superintendent/ Kamilla Jakubowyc Barbara Smith School Counselor Principal Edna F. Johnston Ronnie Taylor Adora Lehmann Lori Bonheyo, Joseph Jordan, Jr. Christina Vorreyer-Davis Mental Health Counselor Special Assistant to Principal Cathleen Kettler Cheri Winnings Lisa Smith Marjorie Sonnenstrahl, Vicki Kitsembel Social Worker Supervisor of Bonnie Kramer Student Life Counselors Richard Sarles, M.D. Student Support Services Kerri Lawler-Davis Anna Amati Mental Health Consultant Theresa Napoli Robert Lewis Alvin Amberg Admission and Laura Lohmeyer Thea Amendola Medical Psychoeducational Testing Jerry Mabashov Susan Angell Patricia S. Hodgdon, Ph.D., Eric Mansfield Timothy Golson, R.N., Peter Badavas Director of Nursing Director, Pilot Program, Janet Mertz-Witczak Barbara Ballard Deaf Students with Connie Nagy Sajjad Aziz, M.D. Emotional Disturbance Martin O’Brien Ann Bartholomew Joann Hueting, R.N. Sara D. Ryan, AuD, CCC-A Cameron Overs Daniel Biskupiak Leesa King, R.N. Director of Michelle Palmer-Morales Eren Boden Joyce Rose, R.N. Communication Services Amy Mowl Aaron Bowman Jacqueline Tota, R.N. Lisa Flynn, Ann Hirsch, Judy Pfau Donna Brandt-Chappelle Karen Tushek, O.T.R. Mary Lynn Lally, Dina Raevsky Diane Brewer Robin Weinrich, R.N. G. Kevin Strachan Janice Randall Susan Brooks Assistant Principals Jane Redding Robin Burrhus Plant Operations Doris Millios, Christopher Reineck Michael Chappelle, Sr. and Maintenance Acting Supervising Teacher, Sheri Richmond Yolanda Colston Thomas LeQuire, Middle School Kimberly Rogers Michael Dunn Maintenance Supervisor Scott Morrison, Abbey Roin-Thigpen Maria Gardner Stephen Allison, Director of Physical Education, Patrick Rosenburg Michael Gardner Maintenance Chief Summer Camps, Paul Roult Brett Grayson Wayne Smith, Facilities and Fields Adrienne Rubenstein Gaye Heisey Housekeeping Supervisor Andrew Bonheyo, Maria Ruiz Susan Hosman Alice Lohoefer, Athletic Director Dorothy Rust Lisa Hower Secretary Linda Stoltz, Laura Salak Susan Kaplan Alton Ambush Acting Dean of Students A. Tim Scanlon Russell Koenig Brent Bowers Francis Cooney, Susan Luttrell- Kathleen Setzer Brian Brown Cynthia Stieffenhofer Ewa Kowalewska Jordan, Keri Mays, Patricia Kowalski Lillie Goodsell William P. 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2009 Homecoming Royalty
The 2009 Homecoming King Garrett Sims (fifth from left) and Queen Shaina Steingieser are flanked by the members of the Homecoming Royalty. From left to right Andrew Biskupiak, Augusta Seremeth (Sophomores); Mark Cross, Brittany Frank (Seniors); Gregg McConville Jr, Bethany Weiner (Juniors); Darrius Doe, Tarja Lewis (Freshmen) Front Ciara Luttrell and Zion Ortiz (flower and crown bearers, respectively)