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THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL FOUNDATION Making a great school greater ANNUAL REVIEW 2005-06 y the time a student enters high school, the foundation upon which he or she will grow has been laid, and the countless choices that accompany life will begin to multiply and demand decisions. The process by which these decisions are made is ingrained early in life. The Epiphany School strives to solidify the foundation upon which a child grows and makes decisions, because it is ultimately these decisions that determine their life story. Epiphany is committed to the education and formation of the individual: academically, personally, socially, and spiritually. The school encourages each student to do his/her best and gently pushes him/her to go beyond a perceived limitation. Only in doing so can an individual’s true spirit and ability be nurtured and expanded. Read about Just as the student is encouraged to grow to full potential, Epiphany memorable experiences and demands the same growth and development from itself. The Foundation lasting lessons from some of the has played a major role in helping a great school become even greater. Epiphany School alumni and how From enhanced curriculum and teacher development, to extracurricular they feel Epiphany best prepared them offerings and subsidized tuition, the Foundation ensures that every for high school: aspect of the child’s education and well-being is a focus. 4 Joeseph Sullivan 5 Marianne Dorado In conjunction with the support of the Foundation, Epiphany continually 6 Elizabeth Regan 7 Ryder O’Dell provides greater possibilities for every student. Future paths taken remain up to the individual. The choices are many and the outcomes are limitless. But with a solid foundation, Epiphany students can strive for greater dreams, greater journeys, and greater successes. Greatness is a choice. Together, Epiphany and the Foundation are Making a great school greater. 2 2005-06 FINANCIAL REVIEW LETTER FROM THE CHAIR Total Revenue $592,387 $511,040 $555,409 Total Donations + Special Events (Less Expenses) + Interest Income = Total Revenue 03/04 04/05 05/06 Christopher French Chairman of The Epiphany School Foundation Total Donations $381,031 Dear Friends of Epiphany School, $356,850 $335,804 Last year, the Epiphany School Foundation had an outstanding year. Our Annual Fund raised over $300,000. In addition, under the stewardship of their respective parent chairpersons, we ran four successful events which generated over $220,000 in net donations. Does not include donations or As a result of these efforts, the Foundation made total grants to grants relating the Epiphany School totaling over $367,000, an all-time high. to The Capital Campaign Through these grants, the School offers programs in math, science, Spanish, music and art and provides development programs for 03/04 04/05 05/06 the School’s faculty. In order for our children to compete successfully in high school, Special Events Less Expenses college and their subsequent careers, the School needs to innovate constantly. This process demands that the Principal and the faculty $228,577 continually evaluate what new technology and educational material need to be incorporated into the curriculum. The School’s $171,079 strong record of high school acceptances demonstrates its success $154,190 in this regard. Yet, each year the competitive bar is raised higher. The Foundation is dedicated to working with the Principal and the faculty of the Epiphany School to make a great school, greater. Our ongoing mission is to raise money to fund new initiatives which enable the School to continue its tradition of strong academic performance. However, we need your assistance in order to do this. 03/04 04/05 05/06 So please be as generous as your circumstances permit. Keep in mind also that as we raise money from outside the Epiphany com- Total Grants munity, potential donors evaluate our parent’s giving participation $367,700 rate. So every donation, no matter what the amount, matters. $350,240 $321,727 The four alumni testimonials set forth in this Annual Report demonstrate the difference that the Epiphany School makes in its students’ lives. As past contributors to the Foundation, you have played an important role in these young adults’ and their classmates’ accomplishments. Your future contributions will enable our current students to enjoy the same level of success. I thank you for your past support and look forward to working with you during this school year. 03/04 04/05 05/06 Yours truly, Christopher French Chair, The Epiphany School Foundation 3 DonationsANNUAL FUND Epiphany Society Janny and Mike Nealy Marci and Clayton Bogle ($50,000 and up) Edwardo and Pamela Robert J. Bonadonna Susan and Jack Rudin Ramos-Gomez Barry and Maria Cassidy Erica and Alessandro Repola Kate and Jim Cheney Fellows ($10,000 and up) Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Ryan Conway Family Jeanne R. Maher Scholarship Fund Dr. and Mrs. Ron Safko Rachel and William Cook by Thomas and Nancy K. Maher Mr. and Mrs. James J. Sansevero Mary A. Cooke Kim and Gerard Mullaney Hon. Saliann Scarpulla and Gina and Paul Cucchiara JOSEPH SULLIVAN Peter Nowicki and Kathleen Camilli Mr. Paul Gillow Lena and Kishin J. Datwani Anonymous Dr. and Mrs. Marc Sclafani David Family Epiphany Graduate 04 Donna and Kevin Singleton Frank DeSalvo and Regis High School Founders ($5,000 and up) Jane and Barry Smith Sydney Drum DeSalvo Hanne and Jim Cantalini John and Moira Sowarby Dr. and Mrs. DiStasi Christine Daley and John Hilty Mr. and Mrs. Kerry Tracy Mr. and Mrs. Jesus M. Dones From Day One, when asked how Joseph felt about Finn and McVeigh Family Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Trotta Kathleen Duignan the transition to high school, he would respond Christopher and Patti Gallagher Regina and Laurence Watson Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Flanagan Megan Lee and Bill Ried Lynne and Jeff Weinlandt Mr. and Mrs. James C. French that Epiphany had prepared him very well. Joseph Maria Teresa and Jose Meirelles William and Jean Yung Mr. and Mrs. John Gallagher always felt challenged as a student at Epiphany. Cate O'Hara and Ed Moslander Georgette Gayol and He never felt he could just breeze by. At Regis, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Preite Benefactors ($500 and up) Kevin Cintron Marty and Eileen Regan Kathie and Augie Aloia Dennis Geoghan and he could see the shock in classmates who Maureen Regan Patricia and William Barbari Grace Morgan came from an elementary school experience Bob and Ingrid Restrick Theresa and Bob Barclay Marc and Noreen Gillespie Robotti Family Mr. and Mrs. Jean-Noel Beaumier Gleeson Family of “just getting by”. Joseph, on the other hand, Gretchen and Tim Teran Brennan Family Foundation Steve J. Gramolini was used to doing several hours of homework Cathleen P. Celentano Mr. and Mrs. Robert Greene Patrons ($2,500 and up) and studying several days ahead for tests. Maria and Joseph DeVera Rudy and Sandra Halley Tish and Kevin Beauregard Minyoung Doo Mr. and Mrs. James Hunter Anne Falvey and Dan O'Connell Ms. Lauren Dragos In Honor of Blake Mary Joseph is an editor and writer of the literary Favorule Family Nicholas and Darcy Eveleigh Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Jaliff magazine at Regis. He is grateful for the heavy Christopher French and Franco Family George and Beth Ann Janis Mary Carroll French Mr. and Mrs. V.T. Gainor Jr. Bill and Kerry Jennings focus on creative writing at Epiphany in 6th, 7th, John Iannitto Mr. and Mrs. William Gallagher Barbara Kataisto and 8th grades, which sparked an interest and Maria and Darryl Lucin Marta and Adam Hapij Joe and Pat Malewich Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. O'Dell Patrick and Eleanor Heraty Carolann and Sophia Martini love of literature and writing. Joseph is also Edward Pinter and Kristin Shea Mr. and Mrs. Tim Higgins Carol and Jim McEvoy thankful to Epiphany for introducing art as part Gregory and Virginia Schmitt Mr. and Mrs. Michael Jones Kathryn McLaughlin of the curriculum—an experience that many of Andrew and Julie Sniffin James P. and Lourdes Keating Peter and Doris McLaughlin Mr. and Mrs. Michael Tierney Keith J. Kelly and Patricia Walsh Carol Mulholland his classmates were not as fortunate to have had. The Wysznski Family Peter and Elizabeth Lord Joseph and Ann Mulvihill With his younger brother’s studies, Joseph sees how Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lore Dean and Ginny Plithides Partners ($1,000 and up) Mr. and Mrs. Manoj Manglani Tom and Kristin Reilly Epiphany is incorporating more technology into Eileen and Joseph Arcuri Diane McNulty and Jim Wolfe Rentof Family the classroom, touching on more difficult readings David and Mary Barbrack Pierre and Rebecca Morita Dr. and Mrs. William Scholler Leann and Thomas Boyan and making classes even more challenging overall. Thomas and Geraldine O'Byrne Josefina and Ken Stenstrom The Brassil Family Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. O'Hara Mr. and Mrs. John Stevens Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Brennan Mollie O'Mara and Kyle J. Sweet Joseph plans to study literature, history, and science James and Dana Capuano Richard Caliban Philip and Kim Testa Vivian and Greg Cioffi in college. He would like to thank Epiphany for Peter and Mary O'Reilly Mr. and Mrs. William Tietjen Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Coia Yvonne and Anthony Persico America Valdes always showing a personal interest in him and in Catherine Coluzzi and Pesola Family Noreen and Bill Wiedemann every student who passes through the doors. Robert Jacob Jr. Joan and Michael Regan Edward and Lisa Yuresko Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Nancy and Michael Reilly Anonymous (2) Constantinesco The Sakas Family Joseph’s Lasting Lessons Mr. and Mrs. James Donaldson Sara San Martin/Centeno Contributors Christine and John Faldetta Sheila and Willian Sefchick Mr.