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i TABLE OF CONTENTS 2012–13 Senior Staff 2012–13 Board of Trustees From the Head of School Susan B. Lair, PhD Susan B. Lair, PhD From the Head of School 01 Head of School Head of School Don Hicks The Reverend Stuart A. Bates From the Chair of the Board 02 Associate Head of School Rector Susan B. Lair, PhD Director of Physical Education and Athletics Vanessa Sendukas Financial Report 03 Stephen Lovejoy Chair Head of Middle School Mark T. Terry Wolves Against Hunger 04 Elisse Hayes-Karlsson Vice Chair Head of Lower School Thomas E. Gottsegen Founder’s Day 06 Michelle Symonds Secretary Head of Primary School Edward M. Ondarza Diamond Anniversary Gala 08 Margaret Ann Casseb Treasurer Of the eighty-three students who graduated Head of Admissions in 2013, nearly fifty percent of them started as St. Francis 11 Festival Day * Glenn A. Ballard

Melinda Guthrie Frederick W. Brazelton St. Francis students in kindergarten or earlier: Head of Advancement Outstanding Volunteer Award 14 Allison Broadnax • 16 started in the Pre-Primary program Staci Thompson Jeannie Rich Chandler • 5 started in Primary I Head of Educational Services We Care Day 15 John E. Chandler • 6 started in Primary II Vance Ulsh Catharine Faulconer • 1 started in Bridge Woolrich Award Winners 16 Head of Business and Operations Mehrnaz S. Gill Stephen W. Herod • 12 started in Kindergarten Gifts—Annual Fund 18 Kelly Huff You can read about seven of those students Michael R. Jamieson on page four of this annual report. Winners of Gifts—Financial Aid 24 Neil M. Leibman Kyle D. Lippman the national Lead2Feed World Hunger Leader- Gifts—Corporations and Foundations25 W. Gregory Looser ’83 ship Challenge, the Wolves Against Hunger team Stacy Chapman Medrano ’84 n May 2013, I watched students I welcomed worked with K. L. International School in Meerut, Cumulative Giving 26 Nidhika Mehta to St. Francis as two-year-olds walk across our India, to identify creative solutions to fight hunger David L. Moore stage and graduate from eighth grade. Many of in their local communities. They were Tributes and Memorials 27 Joel L. Moore Ronald G. Presswood Jr. Ithem started here the same year I did, and I am con- selected as winners from more than Ways to Support St. Francis 28 Sean D. Rice vinced that their poise, kindness, intelligence, and 300,000 participants, and gave **John H. Roberts generosity of spirit are products of both great par- their $25,000 Lead2Feed award Celebrating Darla McNay 29 Matthew W. Seinsheimer enting and great schooling. As I watched, I began check to Kids’ Meals, a local James E. Vallee 60 Class of 2013 John A. Weinzierl mulling over our school’s mission statement and hunger relief agency. High School Destinations 30 started to wonder: How long does it really take to Again, I ran the numbers. Of the *Emeritus challenge and motivate students in an academically seven Wolves Against Hunger, five (or Council Presidents and Awards 31 **Vestry Representative and spiritually stimulating environment to become seventy-one percent) had been St. Francis Alumni News 32 imaginative, critical thinkers and people for others? students since at least kindergarten. Year in and Class of 2009 College Destinations 37 As Head of School, my answer would likely be year out for nine-plus years, they had developed the same as our graduates’ parents: years that com- critical and creative thinking skills, and had ulti- prise countless, captured teachable moments. mately used those skills to be people for others. St. Francis is blessed to be able to begin nurturing Since I joined St. Francis in 2001, I’ve watched our students during the preschool years, which members of the class of 2013—and a host of other Notice of Non-discriminatory Policy allows our faculty to help shape their minds and students—develop into remarkably capable, curious, St. Francis Episcopal Day School admits qualified students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, hearts that much sooner. and caring human beings. They’ve set a wonderful programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, Our class of 2013 embodies St. Francis’ mission example for those who follow, and, before we know color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic statement beautifully, so I wasn’t surprised to find it, today’s Primary School students will be crowning and other school-administered programs. St. Francis Episcopal Day School is an equal opportunity employer. that many of them had enrolled as Primary School their own achievements on our stage. I look forward students. You know how much I love numbers, so to seeing the amazing things they will accomplish St. Francis Episcopal Day School | 335 Piney Point Road | Houston, Texas 77024 | 713.458.6148 | www.StFrancisHouston.org here’s the breakdown: at St. Francis between now and then. ii 1 From the Chair of the Board Financial Report Vanessa Sendukas Fiscal Year 2012–13

Revenues and expenditures revenues 2012–13

a difference where it’s needed most. (Read more about We Care Day on Earned Income $ 15,237,984 page fifteen.) Operating Expenses 17,203,456 Also in 2012–13, St. Francis: Net Surplus or (Deficit) (1,965,472) 81% • Simplified our enrollment processes by converting them from before Fundraising Revenue Tuition paper to digital. As a result, families now go online to apply, and Investment Revenue enroll, and re-enroll, as well as to register for summer and after- Fundraising Revenue 1,543,474 school classes. Investment Revenue 735,373 • Incorporated project-based learning in all divisions, encouraging Fees & Other Total Net Surplus $ 313,375 10% Income our students to inquire deeply and think creatively as they solve Capital expenditures $ 476,675 or St. Francis, 2012–13 relevant problems and answer meaningful questions. 5% 4% Annual Fund was a year of milestones. • Cheered as our Varsity Boys Soccer Team won every single Other Our school celebrated regular season game; our Varsity Baseball Team won the Fundraising Efforts Fnot only its sixtieth year of HJPC baseball championship; eight of our students nurturing imaginative, critical became HJPC champions in swimming and var- Balance Sheet thinkers and people for others, sity track and field; and one of our students won ASSETS but also several other remark- the state championship in wrestling. Expenditures 2012–13 Cash and cash equivalents $ 7,572,086 able achievements. These • Offered our students more opportunities to stemmed from the dedication apply their learning outside the classroom 60 Accounts receivable 412,368 and ingenuity of our faculty, by expanding our Middle School Summer Prepaid expenses and other assets 294,245 administrators, board mem- Travel Program from one trip to three. Pledges receivable 4,105,135 63% bers, volunteers, and students. • Expanded the use of technology in the classroom, Investments 12,897,609 Personnel Costs Working together, we made including student use of iPads, Kindles, laptops, and Fixed assets 18,911,841 St. Francis’ diamond anniver- SMART Boards beginning in Primary II. Total Assets $ 44,193,284 sary year truly shine. While we advanced our school to benefit current students, we also LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS I am particularly proud of worked to enhance St. Francis’ future. Both board members and staff Accounts payable $ 962,697 2% 17% our students, who approached furthered the leadership phase of our A Time to Grow capital campaign, Auxiliary Instructional our administrators with ideas developing fundraising strategies and materials; soliciting lead gifts Accrued liabilities 711,177 Programs on how to build awareness of— and foundation grants, and ultimately raising more than a third of our Deferred tuition and fees 10,707,293 3% 11% Notes payable 7,002,991 Capital 4% Management and compassion for—several $21 million goal. Expenditures Financial & General important causes that were Both in and out of the classroom, we continue to reach for the mile- Total liabilities $ 19,384,158 Assistance dear to their hearts. The result- stones that will optimize our student experience and help us create Net Assets ing We Care Day focused on graduates who think imaginatively and critically and who embrace their Unrestricted $ 21,042,269 global issues such as cancer, power to change the world through service. Temporarily restricted 3,390,933 chronic hunger, poverty, and So, to all those who have loved, served, and nurtured St. Francis since Permanently restricted 375,924 lack of education, and helped 1952, I salute you. May our past and present contributions continue to be our students see that their a blessing to St. Francis families and students for the next sixty years— Total net assets $ 24,809,126 interest and efforts can make and beyond. Total Liabilities and Net Assets $ 44,193,284 2 3 St. Francis Eighth Graders Win National Mr. Novak concurred. “I am inspired by the Lead2Feed World Hunger Leadership Challenge. leadership and creativity that students from around The teacher-led educational program combines a LeadershipLead2Feed Challenge World Hunger the country used in their projects to fight hunger,” standards-based leadership curriculum with the he said. “It is exciting to watch the program develop challenge of solving world hunger through service- the next generation of leaders who are passionate learning projects conducted by student teams. about solving hunger.” Yum! Brands Foundation provided nearly $250,000 More than 1,500 schools and 300,000 stu- in prize money grants to 140 schools for U.S. public dents from across the nation participated in the charities engaged in hunger relief programs.

Mayoral Proclamation Honors St. Francis Rarely do you have a day named in your honor. But on a sweltering Did You afternoon in late summer, Houston Mayor Annise Parker proclaimed August 20, 2013, to be “Wolves Against Hunger of St. Francis Episcopal Day School St. Francis Eighth Graders Win National Day.” During the ceremony, held before the City Council meeting, the KNOW mayor commended the Wolves Against Hunger team of St. Francis Episcopal he air For their work, Day School, winners of the national Lead2Feed World Hunger Leadership hummed Lead2Feed World Hunger eighth graders Challenge. with more Leadership Challenge Taylor Bowers, Tthan the usual end-of- McKenna Dishongh, “Houston has many talented young individuals, and I am proud to rec- The Wolves Against Hunger team year excitement on May 17, Jeremy Mitschke, Charles ognize the efforts of these students who tackled a serious, prevalent issue in members were not the first St. Francis students to 2013, as the St. Francis Middle School Recognition Moreton, Anthony Nguyen, Miranda Slaton, and our community and around the world,” said Mayor Parker. “They have served give Kids’ Meals a helping hand! In observance of and Awards Assembly got under way. In addition to Ian Southwell—led by faculty sponsor Debbie Har- as role models for others, and certainly have bright futures ahead.” Worldwide Hunger Day in October 2012, St. Francis the crowd of proud parents who filled the Fine Arts ris and faculty technology advisor Holly Plost—were The Mayoral Proclamation, designed to honor individuals who have Lower and Middle School students made 1,600 sack Center for the annual awards ceremony, a group of presented with a check for $25,000 to benefit Kids’ made a significant contribution to society, highlighted the students’ work lunches from bread, bologna, juice boxes, fruit cups, guests from across the country were on hand for a Meals, the state’s only meals-on-wheels service for with K.L. International School in Meerut, India, to identify resourceful and supplies they donated. And Primary School students assembled “birthday bags” from their very special presentation. children who live in poverty. David Novak, chair- solutions to fight hunger in their surrounding areas. Thanks to the $25,000 donations of cake mix, frosting, sprinkles, candles, Seven members of the eighth-grade class of 2013 man and CEO of Yum! Brands Inc., made the pre- Lead2Feed award check presented to local nonprofit Kids’ Meals on behalf of and birthday plates and napkins. In fact, the relation- had won the national Lead2Feed World Hunger sentation via Skype. Joining the students on stage St. Francis, the organization was able to provide 20,000 additional lunches to ship between St. Francis and Kids’ Meals dates back Leadership Challenge, and their efforts not only were Ashley Butler, Lift a Life Foundation director; Houston children living in poverty. resulted in a gift of $25,000 to a local charity—but Debby Dodge, senior education director for USA a number of years, with St. Francis student service Councilman Andrew C. Burks Jr. closed the proclamation presentation by also elevated the St. Francis mission to be “people TODAY; Angela Osting, public affairs manager for projects often designed to benefit the child-centered commenting, “At St. Francis, I know you all know about the scripture, ‘Faith for others” to an even higher level. Yum! Brands Inc.; Ruth Burrell, executive director of organization. without works is dead.’ You have definitely shown the faith and you have The team, known as Wolves Against Hunger, Kids’ Meals; and Jasdeep and Dev Lamba, repre- done the work, and I commend you all for it.” spent the 2012–13 year partnering with K. L. Interna- senting K. L. International School in India. tional School in Meerut, India, via Skype to iden- During the presentation, Mrs. Burrell joyfully tify creative solutions to fight hunger in their local proclaimed, “It’s the beginning of the end of hunger communities. St. Francis students packed 5,100 sack among children—we have our future right here!” lunches, collected more than 6,500 cans of food, TOP PHOTO: The St. Francis Episcopal Day School Wolves Against Hunger team accepts the national Lead2Feed packed boxes at a local food bank, and created a World Hunger Leadership Challenge award. L-R: Ashley Butler, Lift a Life Foundation; Dev and Jasdeep Lamba; Jeremy Mitschke, Anthony Nguyen, Charles Moreton, Taylor Bowers, Miranda Slaton, McKenna Dishongh, and Ian Southwell, world hunger awareness video. Their partner school St. Francis Wolves Against Hunger; Ruth Burrell, Kids’ Meals; and Debbie Harris, St. Francis Middle School science chair and team sponsor. in India volunteered time at a local orphanage, and Right PHOTO: Houston Mayor Annise Parker presents a Mayoral Proclamation to the St. Francis Episcopal Day students at both schools planted gardens to deliver School Wolves Against Hunger team. L–R: McKenna Dishongh; Miranda Slaton; Debbie Harris, St. Francis Middle School science chair and team sponsor; Mayor Parker; Charles Moreton; Taylor Bowers; and Holly Plost, St. Francis Lower School fresh produce monthly to local charities. technology chair and team advisor. (Members not pictured: Jeremy Mitschke, Anthony Nguyen, and Ian Southwell) 4 5 Memories & Milestone which I’ve lived, served, loved, and been loved.” Dreams of the Past With Visions for the Future Lighthearted recollections Founder’s Day from more recent gradu- ates brought on laughter and warm smiles during elebrating sixty years of “Memories & our thanks, as their dreams laid the foundation for the “Alumni Story Proj- Milestones” was the order of the day during our current reality.” ect” video, which featured the St. Francis Founders Day celebration Well before the steady growth of the 1970s and alumni recounting their Con January 11, 2013. Head of School Dr. Susan Lair beyond, however, the St. Francis community was favorite or funniest St. Francis moments. The served as master of ceremonies as students, faculty, already focused on laying the most necessary of “Let us look forward and parents, alumni, and board members took a senti- foundations in the quality of students it produced. escapades of long-past mental stroll down Dr. Lair showcased a 1953 St. Francis diploma, begin to dream about OLE trips—including sto- memory lane that awarded to a three-year-old boy named Len, who what God intends in ries of rafting down the Rio 60 Day highlighted the was a member of Grande River and visiting r’s your mission and historical Civil War sites— F nde journeys of past the first nursery ou students as well as class at ministry in the future.” mingled with fond mem- ories of favorite teachers, founding principal St. Francis Day —The Right Reverend C. Andrew Doyle Sally Woolrich’s School. She pointed Bishop, Episcopal Diocese of Texas chapel experiences, and defining directive to “do some strong dreaming” out that Len’s sports highpoints. about the future of St. Francis. teacher couldn’t Perhaps Bishop Doyle “The Board’s responses at that time included possibly have summed up the meaning of the day best as he such far-fetched hopes as a gymnasium, a middle predicted that her congratulated Dr. Lair, the St. Francis Board, and all school, a separate lunch room, a good art program, young student of the alumni and families gathered in the FAC on a scholarship fund, an endowment fund, and more would one day making St. Francis “the finest parochial Episcopal land,” detailed Dr. Lair of the reaction to Woolrich’s become an investment banker who traveled the school in the country.” He concluded, “We don’t 1975 decree. “Today, all those trustees deserve world, working in Europe, the Middle East, and stop and look back simply to reminisce—on this Africa, before returning to Houston. “Len’s teacher day, let us look forward and begin to dream about probably also could not have predicted that the lit- what God intends in your mission and ministry in tle nursery school where she worked part time, and the future.”

which had only twenty-four students, would one PHOTOS: This page, from top left and going clockwise. The Right Rev- erend C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop, Episcopal Diocese of Texas; alumni who day become the largest Episcopal parish school in attended the Founder’s Day celebration; Sally Woolrich, first principal; Dick Wheatcroft, former rector; Kris and Jimmy Vallee, Board member; students the United States,” Dr. Lair continued. “But it did.” attending and performing at Founder’s Day celebration. The Right Reverend C. Andrew Doyle, himself a QR Code: Online access to the Alumni Story Project is available by scanning the code. former St. Francis student, weighed in with his own memories and congratulations via video. “You min- istered to me as a child as you minister to children every day at St. Francis,” he said. “You are shaping the minds and hearts of all the children these lov- ing parents bring to you.” The Reverend William “Dubb” Brooks, who served as St. Francis’ senior chaplain for twelve years, echoed Bishop Doyle’s sentiments, calling St. Francis “one of the most important places at

6 7 St. Francis Diamond Anniversary Gala St. Francis Diamond Anniversary Gala Gala Celebrates a Treasured Past … and a Brilliant Future Generous Underwriters

Shannon & John Addison Kathy & David Boyd mingled at the Charlotte & David Hedrick Kristine & Billy Braddock Memories and magic Sparkling in Scholarship Brandee & Brandon Houston Stacy & Michael Ellington St. Francis Diamond Anniversary Gala on the $10,000 Brooke McGuyre Amanda & Byron Way evening of April 6, 2013. United in tribute to our Paula & Bill Cutts Catherine & Chris Yarbrough Liz & Frank Wozencraft school’s treasured past and brilliant future, more Jessica & Fred Brazelton Jennifer & Richard Allison Leah & Gregory Brown than 650 supporters enjoyed a glittering night of Lorie & Steve Herod Deb & Marc Cunningham Ann & Robert Stephens Shelley & Billy Iglesias Kate & Mike Denham Courtney & Jeremy Brynes bidding, dancing, feasting, and friendship. Susan & David Light Jennifer & Chris Gibson Ana Lee & Marc Jacobs The sounds of Sauce the Band; a lively game Leslie & Randy Newcomer Holly & Breen Haire Amy & James Pavlik of musical chairs; and dynamic live and big board Nadine & Stephen Boutros Sapna & Rajesh Amin Mary Frances & Alex Sardina Laura & Ned Davenport Wendy & Justin Cope Andrea & Craig Vogelsang auction fun added to the merriment. Christine & Ty Hoffer Cara Mathes & Alan Luedemann Taylor & Keith Burba Many thanks are due to the event’s incredible Rosemarie & Matthew Johnson Alejandra & Edgar Rincon Julie & Ken Faterkowski volunteers. From auction to underwriting, class Nidhika & Sean Mehta Kate & Joe Skubisz Regay & Shane Hildreth Lulu & Hugh Zhang Kellie & Dwayne Morley projects to party sign-ups, and catalog creation to Elle & Clarke Anderson Rebecca & Charles ’88 Turner ballroom bling, a team of seventy-five dedicated and Captivating in Courage Natasha & Mario de la Garza Karen & Bill Case $5,000 hardworking committee members—led by chairs Kim & Chris ’95 Graeter Susan & Todd Clark Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Rishma & Akbar Mohamed Gina & Tom Johnson Jessica Brazelton and Susan Light—made the night Brandi Maxwell Tricia & Lee ’90 Zieben Alix & Jimmy Nakfoor a sparkling success. They joined with the gala’s The $333,000 raised by the event partially Julianna & Scott Moorad Kelley & Eric Anderson Brooke & Patrick Solcher generous underwriters, attendees, and auction benefited the school’s endowment fund, plus Lisa & Spencer Swayze Lynn & Ronnie Deyo Jeannie & Rob Chandler Meredith & Mark ’86 Barineau Courtney & Sean Mitchell Janna & Kyle Lippman donors—as well as teachers and staff—in a long line immediate academic, athletic, and fine art Kristen & Andy Johnston Lacy ’90 & Philip Price Barbie & Ron Presswood of St. Francis supporters who, for sixty years, have needs. St. Francis appreciates everyone who Kelly & Bill Montgomery Lori & Ken Watler Rachel & Tom Regan devoted themselves to making our school commu- came together to create this new chapter in Kim & Ted Ray Sarah & Brian ’87 Austin Vanessa & Perry Sendukas Sissy & Grady Roberts Adrienne & Brian Cutter Trina & Craig Chandler nity the family it is today. our school’s storied past. Shelley & Newt Barineau Susan ’87 & Phil Magee Christy & John ’82 Dull Catharine & Grant Faulconer Adrienne ’83 & Jeff Murphrey Brandi & Chris Marrus Laura & Edward Heard Eloise & Jaime Taussig Lisa & John Sarvadi Krista & Todd ’82 Sinex Patti & Tony Barletta Lynette & Trey Snider Suzanne ’87 & Adam Stiles Nicole ’85 & Brendan Ederle Stacie & Howard ’90 Chapman Julie & David Berman Robine & Jason ’84 Hendricks Marjorie & Michael Dale Stephanie & Mark Deverka Sharon & Ken Lesniak Lisa & Greg Nelson Lee & Grant Fortney Maureen & Paul Perea Julie & Darin Preston Kim & Bill Sanchez Christi & J.P. Bennett Jamie & Blake Ratliff Amy & Erik Voss Molly & Kip Ferguson Laura & Brett Chiles Tiffany & Randall Wong Cecilia & Emerson Hankamer Gillian & Chris Conoscenti Amy & Curtis Hartman Megan & Taylor Tipton Catherine & Chris Swinbank Renee & John Thomason Historic in Honor Kim & Ian Bishop Ali & Thomas Williams $2,500 Tami & Keith Budd Phyllis & Gregory Chronowski Anonymous Melisa & Tom Jordan Kara Dlabal Jasdeep & Dev Lamba Denise & Kevin Poynter Paul Dlabal Gabriela & Ken Owen Lisa & Brad Bowman Bethany & Canaan Factor Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Dayna & Ted Erck Najda & Bilal Mujtaba Tellepsen Family Kelly & Chris Huff Veronica & Marcus Pullicino Vania & Mark Terry Jean & Josh Jones Rhonda & Robert Vining 8 9 Holly & St. John Dinsmore Leslie ’86 & Jack Jackson St. Francis Festival—A One Community Event Stacy & Michael Hardison Terrie & Rob James Cindy & Mark O’Donnell Stacy ’84 & Michael Medrano Mindy & Sean Rice Kristen & Jim Reilly Julia & Stephen Vobbe Alison & Randall Wilhite Turning Up the Fun at Festival Nicole & Greg Eidman Courtney & Paul Moore Lauren & Richard Epley Amy & Tony ’83 Pannagl Keely & Kale Krhovjak Lacy & Brian ’89 Rieke 60 Shelley & Doug Masterson Charlotte & Steven Sullivan hat more fitting way to round out Courtney & Christian O’Neil Kris & Jimmy Vallee St. Francis’ 60th anniversary year than Virginia & Morrow ’90 Evans Carmen & Alex Gomez with a day of all-out romp and play? WDespite a rainy forecast, St. Francis Festival Day Huntley & Dan Kubitza IV Special thanks to the following Lindsay & Trent Stout supporters for their significant 2013 shone on April 28, upholding its reign as a Lisa Colgin Amy & Michael Walton contributions: traditional student favorite (Just ask those who Lauren & Mike Eagle Piper & Matt Zaleski volunteered to be in the dunk tank!). The sun came Bonny & Joe Bob Edwards Amy & William Glauser Lizzie Holmes Alicia & Robert Kimmel Decorations out just in time for event-goers to live up to the Events in Bloom—Rob Smith Anna & Tim Jones Kara & Dan Montgomery festival’s theme of “Turn Up The Fun.” Jessica ’86 & Hunter Shively Callie & John Simons Families jammed to fresh beats from the DJ, Maria & Carlos Contreras Carol & Robert Whilden Donations rocked the bounce houses, slammed some casca- Kate & Matt Drury American Tank & Vessel, Inc. Mehrnaz & Ned Gill Sandra & Carlos Carrasco rones, and devoured tasty snow cones and tacos. The Allison & Michael ’76 Mitschke Sylvie & Gary Crum 43rd annual One Community Fund event benefited Diana & Davis Sun Colleen & Mike Dunlap both St. Francis Episcopal Church and St. Francis Kim & Frank Corredor Sylvia & Caldwell Hart Jr. Episcopal Day School. Tammy Dalton Jamie & Brad Knape ’91 Michelle & George Foteh Leslie & Cody Moerer Special thanks go out to festival chairs Kathryn Melissa & Bill Markham Alix & Jimmy Nakfoor Adkins, Renee Davis, Sallie Guerino, and Kelly Huff, Francine Stefan Sarah & Ray Nesbitt who put on the party for the second year running. Lauren & John Suttle Petroleum Equipment Int’l And to our generous underwriters, booth sponsors, Jodie & Randy Corson Julie Phillips & Associates Inc. Jodi & Eugene Lou Joy & Edward Randall IV Big Board winners, and, most importantly, volun- Lillian & Michael Osowski Beth & Bobby Reeves teers—thank you for making Festival Day 2013 one Josi & Lawrence Shipley Carrie & Ron Woliver to remember! Tracy & Mike Whittaker Becky & Thomas Gottsegen Julie Woodbury Kelly & Matt Cubbage DeeDee & Wallis Marsh Martha & Dick Wright Jr. Kasey & Stephen Keller Glenda & Danny Moore Hiroko & Masaaki Yokoyama Christi & Rob Parker Lauri & Fritz Schlopy Jennifer & Matt Rosser Pam & Bubba Schmidt Underwriters Jennifer & Patrick Schneider Kelli & John Weinzierl Faculty Volunteers American Tank & Vessel Inc. Shakti & Sam Dalal Paige & Forrest Green Mary Catherine & Steven Hudgins Becky & Nick Livingstone Kickoff Party Sarah & Brian ’87 Austin Michelle & Bryan Ritchey Kim & Mitchell Page Treebeards—The Stinneford Family Stephen Boutros LTD Margaretta & Rick ’84 Snell Maggie & Will Stacy The Weinzierl Family Tiffanie & Jeff Williams Jacee & Kelly Wolf www.boxleygroup.com Heather & Jake Davis Wendy & Clif Hall Promotions Stephanie & Mark Deverka Lisa & Jack Fendrick Patricia & David Perlick Mike Blalock Jennifer & Joel Moore Barbara & Bruce Peterson Post Oak Publishing Inc. Frost Bank Kelly & Jeff Thibault Deborah & James Stewart The Iglesias Family Karla Dandah & Jorge Goudet Kelly & Chad Young Laura & David Theis W. J. Hagerty & Sons Cristina & John ’89 Deboben Keri & Michael Herrin Elizabeth Kanarellis IS&T / Amy & Tony ’83 Pannagl Kay Champiomont & Joe Figliola Trish & Jay Kyle WOW 1 DAY Painting Eugene C. Lou, MD Erin ’90 & Stan Fowler Courtney & James Robertson Parker Uniforms Allison & Will Graham Anne & Stephen Smith Elaine Turner WOW 1 DAY Painting Tracy & Randy McMullen Kathryn & Matt Van Wie Elaine Turner Designs Lulu & Hugh Zhang 10 11 Scotia & Darren Daugherty Alicia & Robert Kimmel Lisa & John Sarvadi Keely & Kale Krhovjak In-Kind Donors Renee & Chip Davis Janice & Allan King Lauri & Karl Schlopy Donations Becky & Nick Livingstone Gina & Michael Adamo Jodie & Randy Corson Traci & Steve Demecs Elizabeth & William Krewsom Jennifer & Patrick Schneider Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Elle & Clarke Anderson Mischer Investments Bethany & Kelby Dennard Keely & Kale Krhovjak Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Michelle Phan-Ly & Victor Ly Lauri Newton & Vadim Bourenin Ruthie & Todd Deveau Huntley & Dan Kubitza IV Kate & Joe Skubisz Tracy & Randy McMullen Fish Gallery Lisa & Brad Bowman Stephanie & Mark Deverka Trish & Jay Kyle Kelly & Bruce Smith Rachel & Bryan Milton Amy & Bo Huggins Marlene & Lindsley Bratten Lynn & Ronnie Deyo Julie & Daniel Lattimer Barbara & Clark Smith Leslie & Cody Moerer Houston Distributing Co. Jessica & Fred Brazelton Kate & Matt Drury Amy & Neil Leibman Anne & Stephen Smith Ellen & Sam Moreton Victoria & Parker Johnson Christy & John ’82 Dull Stephanie & Bobby Linhart Margaretta & Rick ’84 Snell Marguerite & Steve Morrell Silver Eagle Distributors Colleen & Mike Dunlap Becky & Nick Livingstone Brooke & Patrick Solcher Lisa & Greg Nelson Pronto Cucinino Nicole ’85 & Brendan Ederle Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Kathryn ’90 & Mark Spinelli Maureen & Paul Perea Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen Rania & Nasser Edlibi Susan ’87 & Phil Magee St. Francis Sports Association Debby & Doug Posso Bonny & Joe Bob Edwards Susan & Jon Malone Maggie & Will Stacy Candy & Mark Provine Heather & Joel Elkins Brandi & Chris Marrus Francine Stefan Jennifer & Matt Rosser Laura & Salvador Escalona Tracy & Randy McMullen Deborah & James Stewart SAV E Mary Frances & Alex Sardina Booth/Cascarones Sponsors Virginia & Morrow ’90 Evans Stacy ’84 & Michael Medrano Jolie & Charles Stinneford Kelly & Bruce Smith Gina & Michael Adamo Bethany & Canaan Factor Allison & Michael ’76 Mitschke Lindsay & Trent Stout THE Anne & Stephen Smith Audrey & Matthew Adams Julie & Ken Faterkowski Rishma & Akbar Mohamed Courtney & Steve Stubblefield DATE Francine Stefan Shannon & John Addison Catharine & Grant Faulconer Molly & Andrew Montgomery Charlotte & Steven Sullivan Ann & Robert Stephens Kathryn & Leigh Adkins Minou & Josh Feinstein Kara & Dan Montgomery Diana & Davis Sun FESTIVAL 2014 Jolie & Charles Stinneford Jennifer & Richard Allison Victoria & David Fernandez Kelly & Bill Montgomery Jana & Don Sweitzer Sunday, April 27, 2014 Charlotte & Steven Sullivan Elle & Clarke Anderson Esther & Juan Fidalgo Jennifer & Joel Moore Catherine & Chris Swinbank Melissa & Mike Taylor AOK Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Fifth-grade Families Courtney & Paul Moore Eric Tabanou Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen Center Kay & Joe Figliola Ellen & Sam Moreton Eloise & James Taussig Karen & Joe Thompson AOK Emergency Room Erin & Stan Fowler Marguerite & Steve Morrell Melissa & Mike Taylor Amy & Andy Turboff Jennifer & Don Baldridge Liz & Will Franklin Alix & Jimmy Nakfoor Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen Jay Villarreal Patti & Tony Barletta Mehrnaz & Ned Gill Lisa & Greg Nelson Laura & Robert Theriot Melissa & Tuan Vu Monica & Mark Baughman Amy & William Glauser Leslie & Randy Newcomer Kelly & Jeff Thibault GR8FUN Lydia White Stephanie & Jason Beauvais Marilyn & Jim ’75 Goettee Diane & Rand Nolen Karen & Joe Thompson . Fc Epcop 2014 Mia & Augie Bering Melissa & David Goodall Cindy & Mark O’Donnell Lisa & Mark Tidwell Shelly Blalock ’84 Karla Dandah & Jorge Goudet Katie & Jordan Orange Amy & Andy Turboff Leah & Gregory Brown Lauri Newton & Vadim Bourenin Stacy Grace Lillian & Michael Osowski Rebecca & Charles ’88 Turner Jo & George Brueggeman Lisa & Brad Bowman Kim & Chris ’95 Graeter Amy & Tony ’83 Pannagl Megan & Anthony Uerling Big Board Supporters Courtney & Jeremy Brynes Muffet & John Allen Kathy & David Boyd Allison & Will Graham Christi & Rob Parker Kris & Jimmy Vallee Tami & Keith Budd Holly & Kirk Coburn Marlene & Lindsley Bratten Carlye & Mitchell Graydon Katherine Lundy & Shashi Patel Kathryn & Matt Van Wie Sandra & Carlos Carrasco Maria & Carlos Contreras Jessica & Fred Brazelton Paige & Forrest Green Renee & Mike Perko Jay Villarreal Phyllis & Gregory Chronowski Victoria & Parker Johnson Harriet & Greg Browne Sallie & Tony Guerino Patricia & David Perlick Andrea & Craig Vogelsang Leigh & Trey Cook Caroline & Michael Kanarellis Wendy & Bill Bruckner Katy & Jim Hada Paulette & Mark Pidala Melissa & Tuan Vu Deb & Marc Cunningham Linda & Scott Karcher Jo & George Brueggeman Holly & Breen Haire Debby & Doug Posso Sara Zhao & Alan Wang Adrienne & Brian Cutter Kristi & Jeffrey Liggett Tami & Keith Budd Amy & Curtis Hartman Dawn & Jason Powers Kelli & John Weinzierl Stephanie & Mark Deverka Sondra & Brian Shanklin Sandra & Carlos Carrasco Jennifer & Sam ’81 Hendricks Julie & Darin Preston Lydia White Heather & Joel Elkins Kate & Joe Skubisz Tabitha & Kevan Casey Lorie & Steve Herod Lacy ’90 & Philip Price Tracy & Mike Whittaker Truda & Sandy Esslemont Stacie & Howard ’90 Chapman Keri & Michael Herrin Nina & Richard Price Leigh & Mark Williams Julie & Ken Faterkowski Laura & Brett Chiles Kim & David Hock Candy & Mark Provine Stephanie & Gerry Willinger Minou & Josh Feinstein Phyllis & Gregory Chronowski Christine & Ty Hoffer Veronica & Marcus Pullicino Jacee & Kelly Wolf Patsy Ferguson Lisa Colgin Brandee & Brandon Houston Joy & Edward Randall Judy & James Woolley Lee & Grant Fortney Gillian & Chris Conoscenti Sophia & Roland Huai Jamie & Blake Ratliff Liz & Frank Wozencraft Erin ’90 & Stan Fowler Leigh & Trey Cook Laura & Chris Hutcheson Lacy & Brian ’89 Rieke Kelly & Chad Young Allison & Will Graham Jodie & Randy Corson Shelley & Billy Iglesias Michelle & Bryan Ritchey Piper & Matt Zaleski Carlye & Mitchell Graydon Heather & Brady Crosswell Leslie ’86 & Jack Jackson Jennifer & Matt Rosser Paige & Forrest Green Kelly & Matt Cubbage Elin & Tommy Jackson Pam & Phil Rundle Christine & Ty Hoffer Deb & Marc Cunningham Rosemarie & Matthew Johnson Sofia & Walker Ryan Kelly & Chris Huff Adrienne & Brian Cutter Victoria & Parker Johnson Sage Dining Services Inc. Susan & Kemp Jones Shakti & Sarvang Dalal Jean & Josh Jones Kim & Bill Sanchez Susan Ketterer Marjorie & Michael Dale Kasey & Stephen Keller Mary Frances & Alex Sardina 12 13 Outstanding Volunteer Award People for Others Ellen Moreton We Care Day 2013

ince 2010, St. Francis has paid annual tribute nitiated by third and fourth graders, We Care to an eighth-grade parent whose generosity Day 2013 showcased St. Francis students’ com- of spirit in volunteer roles has exemplified mitment to being people for others. The day Sthe school’s mission to be people for others. We are Icame about after a number of students approached proud to introduce our 2013 Outstanding Volunteer, Perhaps the affiliation that most defined her St. Francis administrators with ideas on how to Ellen Moreton. years at St. Francis was with the Parents Associ- increase awareness of global issues such as cancer, When Ellen’s son, Charles, garnered praise ation Care and Compassion Committee. Of the chronic hunger, poverty, and lack of education. for his part in St. Francis’ award-winning Wolves program, Ellen explains, “St. Francis is known for The event kicked off with a student-created Against Hunger team in spring 2013, those who being a faith-based, nurturing school, and this video describing how St. Francis students would know Ellen best weren’t the least bit surprised. After committee brought real assistance and comfort “leave their footprint” on the world by showing all, a mom who’s spent years giving selflessly of to those in need.” Throughout the years, as both care for cancer patients and increasing empathy herself in myriad volunteer roles would no doubt chair and member, she worked with the group to for those suffering from poverty, hunger, and a lack inspire like-minded generosity in her children. find effective new ways to offer support, including of available education. Children heard the account implementing online meal calendars and involving of Lucille Bridges, mother of Ruby Bridges, who homeroom parents and teachers in the communi- made history when she boldly allowed her daughter cations process. “It truly is a program essential to to be the first African-American child to attend a We both feel so fortunate to have demonstrating the ‘St. Francis way’ in our commu- desegregated school in New Orleans in 1960. Mrs. nity,” she says. Bridges encouraged the students to appreciate their experienced the spirit of St. Francis Ellen and her husband, Sam, agree that their education, follow their dreams, trust God, and dis- children have been blessed to receive a St. Fran- play kindness and grace in every situation. cis education, both academically and spiritually. On this special day, students wore pink shirts for so many years, and we share the With relatives hailing from alma maters including to honor those who are sick. They also went Dartmouth, MIT, Emory, and Harvard, Ellen main- without shoes to highlight the hardship faced desire to serve God by helping others. tains that hers is a family that values learning. “We by so many others in the world; brought rejoice over our children’s St. Francis years and shoes to donate to local charities as well as memories,” she reflects. “The faculty gives so much to schools in Haiti; teamed up with another “Charles learned so much in making the video that each day to our children that we, as parents, need grade level to participate in an Act of helped to win the award—it truly was life changing!” to give back and support them, too!” Kindness; and planted flowers in honor she says. “We both feel so fortunate to have experi- St. Francis salutes Ellen and her family for all the of this memorable event. enced the spirit of St. Francis for so many years, and ways they have given back to our school since 2000, As they wrapped up the day’s activ- we share the desire to serve God by helping others.” and wishes them the best in their future ventures. ities, students brainstormed ways they Acts of Helping others is definitely something Ellen Apparently, the feeling is mutual. could keep We Care Day going year- knows about. During her thirteen years as a “St. Francis is like a nest where you know your round at school and at home. During Kindness St. Francis mom—first to daughter Mallory, who child is loved and safe, but, suddenly, the time this time of reflection, they gave thanks finished her freshman year at Baylor University in comes for them to fly,” Ellen concludes. “When for all they have, prayed for those spring 2013, and later to Charles, a 2013 St. Francis they’ve been taught the cornerstones of faith, schol- who are less fortunate, and had graduate—she filled roles ranging from Buddy Fam- arship, courage, and honor, these qualities become the chance to truly realize that Give Thanks ily program chair to Middle School Annual Fund an enduring part of your child, and are priceless each and every child is able to chair, scrapbook co-chair, and homeroom parent. gifts that go with them.” make a difference in our world.

14 People for Others Making Extraordinary Memories From Inspired teaching is often what makes the difference between a child who Sarah W. Woolrich Fund for Faculty merely attends school and one who truly enjoys learning. In this spirit, St. Francis Extraordinary Opportunities: Episcopal Day School established the Sarah W. Woolrich Fund for Faculty—designed to enhance the educational experience of our students by first expanding the horizons of nnually since 2004, the Sarah W. Woolrich Adventure: Violin Craftsmanship Institute our teachers. This fund is dedicated to our school’s first principal, Sarah Woolrich, Fund for Faculty has provided life-chang- Location: University of New Hampshire who made a life of teaching, guiding, and inspiring the students of St. Francis. We are thankful that the following donors share this vision as they support the fund. ing professional development opportuni- As St. Francis’ orches- Aties for our faculty—from national explorations of tra leader and strings archaeology and horticulture to intercontinental instructor, Richard Keith Red Cedar Lisa Colgin Jeni & Bert Turner Lynn & Douglas Dunbar adventures in history, religion, and pedagogy. Last is charged with maintain- Gifts of $5,000 to $9,000 Holly & Michael Dinsmore in honor of Wendy Bruckner in memory of Mary Fenner and in honor of Rick Keith year was no exception, and we are so proud of the Paula & Bill Cutts in honor of Devin & Kris & Jimmy Vallee ing and, when necessary, Dave Dinsmore in honor of Rick Keith Kay & Joe Figliola following winners of the 2013 Woolrich Awards. facilitating repair of our Julie & Michael Donaldson Andrea & Craig Vogelsang Stacy Grace Each of these teachers dared to dream about Purple Plum in honor of Amy & Erik Voss in memory of instruments. By attending Gifts of $1,000 to $4,999 The Rev. Robert D. Wismer Edwin Jacob Wismer extraordinary learning adventures that could enrich Judy & Ken Wallis Richard Keith two week-long classes Sarah & Matt Dikeman Kate & Matt Drury in honor of Allyson Campsey Katy & Jim Hada Performing Arts Faculty both their lives and their classrooms. Read on to in basic violin setup, in honor of Sally Woolrich Kerry & Jonathan Faro Lori & Ken Watler Laura & Chris Hutcheson learn more! Jeaneane Duncan Catharine & Grant Faulconer Peggy Welch Leslie ’86 & Jack Jackson maintenance, and repair at the University of New Brenda & John Duncan Deutsche Bank in honor of Sally Woolrich in honor of Leah Jones Hampshire’s Violin Craftsmanship Institute, he Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Becky & Thomas Gottsegen Liz & Frank Wozencraft Janice & Allan King Charlotte in honor of Allyson Campsey, enhanced his own understanding of violin care. He in honor of in honor of Brooke Smith in honor of Harriett Mitchell Fitzgerald Elsa Jean & Don Looser and Brittany Kasischke and Debbie Harris Shannon Lewis, Whitney Zisman, and Cindy Blades Primary School also has been able to bring many of the school’s Marlaine & Kenneth White Lorie & Steve Herod Jamie & Brad ’91 Knape Music Faculty string instrument repairs in house and increased Carrie & Howard Horne Evergreen Sharon & Michael Lura Nicole Jasper Gifts up to $100 his ability to share the intricacies of violin repair Blue Spruce in honor of Johnny Duncan Melissa Gifts of $500 to $999 Anna & Tim Jones D. Kent & Linda C. Anderson Pat & Charles Milner Jurick and craftsmanship with his students. Foundation Shelley & Newt Barineau Leah & Michael Jones in honor of Charlotte in honor of Allyson Campsey Lower School Gregory Pam & John Barineau in honor of Kiley and Fitzgerald and Darla McNay Music Faculty Elle & Clarke Anderson in honor of Blake, Will, Pierce, Conner Jones Ellen & Sam Moreton Urbani in honor of Allyson Campsey Seventh-Grade Elizabeth, and Blair Barineau Sandra & Alec ’77 Kobayashi in honor of St. Francis Faculty Judy & David Baker Patti & Tony Barletta Lee & Riki Kobayashi Rhonda & Dan Muschalik History Faculty in memory of Lou Brooks Deborah & Bob Berry Trish & Jay Kyle in honor of Gesa Muxfeldt Frances & Alvin Callender Kelly & Matt Cubbage Kelly Provine Adventure: International Kodály Symposium Marilyn Ligon in honor of St. Francis Faculty Kate & Mike Denham in honor of Clayton, Chapman, Karyn & Michael Reardon Location: Kecskemét, Hungary Tabitha & Kevan Casey Jean & Josh Jones and Hollings Crosswell Teme & Keith Sappenfield Anne & Bob Chisholm Kathleen & Bill Mercer in honor of At the heart of St. Francis’ Primary and Lower Susan & David Light in memory of Rebecca Sappenfield Barbara & Pat McCelvey Leslie & Bill Miller Edwin Jacob Wismer School music programs, the Kodály Method uses Kelly & Bruce Smith Adventure: Tour of England, Scotland, and Wales Nidhika & Sean Mehta Leslie & Cody Moerer Polly Dixon & Howard Haworth folk songs and movement to teach musical con- in memory of Mary Fenner Rhonda & Robert Vining Location: Great Britain Melinda Neal in honor of Shila Smith cepts in a simple, sequential way. Kodály originated Cindy & Dick Snell in memory of Julie Woodbury Ronald Nevin Neal in Hungary, and our music teachers traveled to For Greg Urbani, the medieval past is a vivid Yellowwood Lisa & Greg Nelson in memory of Mary Fenner Kecskemét this past summer to attend the 21st part of the present as he teaches world history and Gifts of $100 to $499 2012–13 Woolrich Committee Maureen & Paul Perea International Kodály Symposium. While there, they oversees the annual seventh-grade Medieval Feast. Anonymous Deborah Berry, Chair | Stacy Ellington, Vice Chair Pam & Phil Rundle Lisa & Stuart Bates gained in-depth knowledge of the program and On his Woolrich-funded trip to Great Britain, he Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Lisa & Brad Bowman Shelley Barineau Jeanette Leach Sondra & Brian Shanklin philosophy, which was introduced at St. Francis studied medieval architecture, artifacts, and art; Kathy & David Boyd Bettina & Peter Staartjes John H. Duncan Jr. ’69 Charlotte Sullivan in 2011–12. They also brought home a wide selec- the Renaissance; the Reformation of the Catholic Jessica & Fred Brazelton Darby & Andy Suman Leah & Gregory Brown Laura Heard Michelle Symonds tion of enrichment materials; the ability to further Church; and the Scientific Revolution—and saw Kelly & Jeff Thibault Harriet & Greg Browne enhance St. Francis’ music program across divi- as many castles as possible. Mr. Urbani has big in memory of Mary Fenner Leah Jones Jo & George Brueggeman Karen & Joe ’83 Thompson sions; and renewed excitement and inspiration that plans to enrich his classes with the photos, videos, in honor of Father Bob Wismer Elaine & Jim Turner Note: To honor the memory of Mary Fenner, who was not able to go on the Woolrich adventure is helping them continue to infuse their students artifacts, and firsthand knowledge he brought back Jan & Chris Carroll in honor of St. Francis Faculty she was awarded, Melissa Jurick attended the Kodály Symposium. Her trip, however, was with a passion for making and enjoying music. from across the pond. made possible by Lower School professional development funding. 16 17 HEADMASTER’S CIRCLE Harriet & Greg Browne Christie & George Vlahakos Margaretta & Rick ’84 Snell Esperanza & Don Hicks Elaine & Jim Turner Sara & Jerry France GIFTS OF $20,000+ Bonnie & Philip Cabaud* Amy & Erik Voss Francine Stefan Brandee & Brandon Houston Patti & Tom Turner Ellie & Carter France Annual Fund Maria & Carlos Contreras Karen & Howard Chapman Kelli & John Weinzierl Jolie & Charles Stinneford Leslie ’86 & Jack Jackson Kristina Mordaunt & Vance Ulsh Julieta & Don Garrett* 2012–13 Paula & Bill Cutts Gillian & Chris Conoscenti Carrie & Ron Woliver Lisa & Mark Tidwell Kasey & Stephen Keller Kathryn & Matt Van Wie Dana & Paul Gill Jane & Michael Jamieson Leigh & Trey Cook* Jeni & Bert Turner Misty & Mush Khan Kelly Wren & Jason Whittington Allison & Will Graham Jenny & David Moore Jodie & Randy Corson ST. FRANCIS ASSOCIATES Leslie & John Turner Trish & Jay Kyle Donna & Rudy Villarreal Julie & Buddy Grantham Leslie & Randy Newcomer Lynn & Ronnie Deyo GIFTS OF $1,000–$1,951 Leslie vanArsdale Shari & Bill Lakenmacher Sara Zhao & Alan Wang Rose Ann & Merrill Gregory Gifts to the Holly & Michael Dinsmore Gina & Michael Adamo Amy & Michael Walton Nina & Casey Lambright Shelley & Andy Weathers* Melinda Guthrie SOCIETY OF ARTS & LETTERS Eliza & Johnny ’69 Duncan Elle & Clarke Anderson Sharon & Ken Lesniak Liz & Frank Wozencraft Julia & George Hancock St. Francis Annual Fund GIFTS OF $10,000–$19,999 Nicole ’85 & Brendan Ederle Shelley & Newt Barineau ST. FRANCIS SUSTAINERS Becky & Nick Livingstone* Hiroko & Masaaki Yokoyama Ann Harper* Kelly & Matt Cubbage Bonny & Joe Bob Edwards Meredith & Mark Barineau GIFTS OF $500–$999 Cara Mathes & Alan Luedemann* Tricia & Lee ’90 Zieben Andrew B. Hawthorn ’87 enable us to purchase Lorie & Steve Herod Mary ’76 & David Entrekin Lisa & Stuart Bates Sarah & Brian ’87 Austin Michelle McGrath Jennifer & Samuel ’81 Hendricks Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Truda & Sandy Esslemont Deborah & Bob Berry Jennifer & Don Baldridge* Betsy & George McKean ST. FRANCIS patrons Jackie & Carl Henningsen learning tools that Nidhika & Sean Mehta Catharine & Grant Faulconer Lauri Newton & Vadim Bourenin Glenn Ballard Dan Meyer ’96 GIFTS OF $250–$499 Jackie Hibbler Jennifer & Joel Moore Liz & Will Franklin Tami & Keith Budd Ellen & John ’84 Bender Harriet Mitchell Libby & George Alcorn Kristen & Andy Johnston stretch the mind, Mindy & Sean Rice Christine & Ty Hoffer Allyson Campsey Kathy & David Boyd Kara & Dan Montgomery* Sandra & Joe Allen-Lavigne Linda & Scott Karcher Pam & Phil Rundle Sophia & Roland Huai Jeannie & Rob Chandler Allison & Geary Broadnax Cole Mooney ’09* Amy & Matt Angell Joe Ann & Ken Kingdon Diana & Davis Sun Amy & Bo Huggins Susan & Todd Clark* Cindy & Randy Broiles* Kaitlin Mooney ’09* Patricia Baird Trish & Jay Kyle strengthen the body, and Vania & Mark Terry Barbara & Roberto Iglesias Anne & Claude Cody Leah & Gregory Brown Marguerite & Steve Morrell Monica & Mark Baughman Jennie & Philip Leman* Ana Lee & Marc Jacobs Sean Coerver Jo & George Brueggeman Lisa & Greg Nelson Bonnie & Augie Bering Margie & David Levy* refresh the spirit—tools CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE Nicole Jasper Lisa Colgin Courtney & Jeremy Brynes Margaret Newsom Ingrid & Stan Bond Millie & Charles Leyendecker* GIFTS OF $5,000–$9,999 Gina & Tom Johnson Celine Cozad Denise & Bob Campbell Carol Lee Nicosia Lisa & Brad Bowman Eloise & Chuck Lievrouw that also help us attract Jessica & Fred Brazelton Janice & Allan King Heather & Brady Crosswell Sandra & Carlos Carrasco* Kendall & Edward Ondarza Amanda & Fraser Brown* Elsa Jean & Don Looser Suzanne & Tim Brown David King Susie & Richard Crummel Trina & Craig Chandler Valeria Oualline Cam & Rod Canion Michelle Phan-Ly & Victor Ly the inspired educators who Stacie & Howard ’90 Chapman Leigh & Jack Kins Dorothy & Jack Currie An Tsai & Samuel Chen Amy & Tony ’83 Pannagl Tabitha & Kevan Casey* Susan ’87 & Phil Magee Sylvie & Gary Crum Susie & James Lair Laura & Ned Davenport Melinda & Jay ’73 Chernosky Dayna & Mark Paull Bonnie & Jack Chandler Kim & Steve Manning keep our students engaged. Kate & Mike Denham Carolyn & David Light Sabrina & Rich DiMichele Anne & Bob Chisholm Renee & Mike Perko* Phyllis & Gregory Chronowski Davita & William Marquart Stephanie & Mark Deverka* Susan & David Light Stacy & Michael Ellington Sherry & John Cobb Eliza Randall Kathy & George Cire Laura & Mike McDaniel Many thanks to these Paige & Tilman Fertitta Jodi & Gene Lou Virginia & Morrow ’90 Evans Elizabeth & Ray Cook* Courtney & James Robertson Leanne & Ron Coben Darla & Keith McNay Jill & Jim Glanville Alissa & Kevin Maples Jennifer & Chris Gibson Debbie & Larry Coomer Robin & Marshall Rosenberg Holly & Kirk Coburn Terry & Mike McQueen Becky & Thomas Gottsegen DeeDee & Wallis Marsh* Mehrnaz & Ned Gill Deb & Marc Cunningham Jennifer & Matt Rosser Muriel Cody Leslie & Cody Moerer* participating donors. Zabet & Mark Haas Julianna & Scott Moorad Carmen & Alex Gomez Renee & Chip Davis Mariana & Juan Ruegg* Sondra & Eugene Cook Molly & Andrew Montgomery Cici & Emerson Hankamer Glenda & Danny Moore Megan & Tony Gray Kate & Matt Drury Sofia & Walker Ryan Kim & Frank Corredor Tammy & Lamar Morris Lisa & Bob Heston Katie & Al Nance Paige & Forrest Green Lynn & Douglas Dunbar Lisa & John Sarvadi Brenda Correll* Tammy & Duc Nguyen Shelley & Billy Iglesias Barbara & John Nau Sharon & Holman Gregory Heather & Joel Elkins Richard Sherrill Christie Crummel* Diane & Rand Nolen* Victoria & Parker Johnson Cindy & Mark O’Donnell Amy & Curtis Hartman Dale & Alan Engberg Jessica ’86 & Hunter Shively Adrienne & Brian Cutter Vivian & Tom O’Leary Alicia & Robert Kimmel Me-J & John O’Neal Kelly & Chris Huff Dayna & Ted Erck Kathy & Lynch Smyth* Carole & Warren Dalton Troncy & W. L. Orsak Kristin & Jeffrey Liggett Katherine Lundy & Shashi Patel Leah & Michael Jones Cathy & Richard Geis Pat & Ron Solberg* Natasha & Mario de la Garza* Nancy Pettiette Janna & Kyle Lippman Amy & James Pavlik Anna & Tim Jones Marilyn & Jim ’75 Goettee Maggie & Will Stacy Cristina & John ’89 Deboben Sarah & Murray Powell Tracy & Randy McMullen Margaret & Boris Payan Courtney & Tim Kearns Stacy Grace Charlotte & Steven Sullivan Bethany & Kelby Dennard Jeannie & Bruce Powers Stacy ‘84 & Michael Medrano Maureen & Paul Perea Susan Ketterer Kim & Chris ’95 Graeter Emily & Tim Sullivan Sandy & David Elkins Barbie & Ron Presswood Allison & Michael ’76 Mitschke Barbara & Bruce Peterson Keely & Kale Krhovjak Holly & Breen Haire Darby & Andy Suman Nancy & Arthur Epley* Lacy ’90 & Philip Price Rishma & Akbar Mohamed Kevin Pipkins Huntley & Dan Kubitza IV Alice & Randy Helms Lauren & John Suttle Laura & Salvador Escalona Nina & Richard Price Kelly & Bill Montgomery Candy & Mark Provine Amy & Neil Leibman Sheri & Ron Henriksen Catherine & Chris Swinbank Kerry & Jonathan Faro Susan & Chap Ramsey* Kim & Bill Sanchez Veronica & Marcus Pullicino* Regina & Alfredo Lelo de Larrea Judy & Richard Herbst Michelle & Will Symonds Sharon & Sebastian Faro Erma Reasoner* Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Joy & Edward Randall Liesl & Marion Leman Keri & Michael Herrin Carol Sandvick & Charlie Talbott Marwah & John Fawcett* Lacy & Brian ’89 Rieke Krista & Todd ’82 Sinex Farrah Farizani & Hamid Razavi Monica & Stephen Markovich* Sharon & Jim Hibbert Eloise & James Taussig* Jill & Walter Fortney* Tanya & Ramesh Sadeghian Lindsay & Trent Stout Laura & Richard Robert Brandi & Chris Marrus Lauri & Karl Schlopy Martha & Tom Melody Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen Thank you, Pam and Phil Rundle, for chairing Annual Fund 2012–13. Judy & James Woolley Jennifer & Patrick Schneider Rachel & Bryan Milton Vanessa & Perry Sendukas Ellen & Sam Moreton We are grateful for your leadership and commitment to St. Francis. 1952 FOUNDER’S CIRCLE Kate & Joe Skubisz Catherine & Alan Morrison* We also extend our thanks to the following Annual Fund committee members: GIFTS OF $1,952–$4,999 Kelly & Bruce Smith Alix & Jimmy Nakfoor* Audrey & Matthew Adams Barbara & Clark Smith Lillian & Michael Osowski* Gina Adamo Amy Huggins Danny Moore Bill Sanchez Shannon & John Addison Lynette & Trey Snider Patricia & David Perlick Cristina Deboben Jean Jones Jennifer Moore Kim Sanchez Patti & Tony Barletta Ann & Robert Stephens Veronica & Dean Porter Ronnie Deyo Leah Jones Tammy Morris Pam Schmidt Shanna & Eric ’91 Bass* Virginia & Dan Steppe Dawn & Jason Powers Dayna Erck Courtney Kearns Leslie Newcomer Heidi Seinsheimer Stephanie & Jason Beauvais* Courtney & Steve Stubblefield Karyn & Michael Reardon Thomas Gottsegen Janice King Randy Newcomer Anne Smith 60 Christi & J. P. Bennett* Kelly & Jeff Thibault Kay & Ron Rhea Emerson Hankamer Jack Kins Amy Pannagl Barbara Smith Nadine & Stephen Boutros Megan & Taylor Tipton Alejandra & Edgar Rincon Jennifer Hendricks Leigh Kins Maureen Perea Kathryn Van Wie Megan & Anthony Uerling Michelle & Bryan Ritchey Kristine & Billy Braddock Kelly Huff Trish Kyle Nina Price Holly & John Brennan Kris & Jimmy Vallee Elizabeth & John Roberts 18 19

Carolyn & Ned Schwing Linda & Mike Condit Ethel & Chap Hutcheson* Merin & David Porter Ann & Bert Adkins Susan & Wilson Giron Gayle Pearson Josi & Lawrence Shipley Sara Conlin* Chanda Hutton Genie & Corbin Porter Leticia & Jose Alcala Jill & Jim Glanville Mary & David Peña Anne & Stephen Smith Veronica & Jason Crummel Elin & Tommy Jackson* Debby & Doug Posso Libby & George Alcorn Mary & Bill Hamby Nancy Pettiette Annual Fund Deborah & James Stewart Maria Cruzalegui-Reardon Leticia & Edward Jaroski Donna & James Powell Linda & J. B. Askew Alice & Randy Helms Stephanie & Don Pickett 2012–13 Andrea & Raymond Stidham & Gabe Reardon Jennifer Jasper Kelly Provine* Patricia Baird Sheri & Ron Henriksen Kevin Pipkins Laura & David Theis Jennifer & Chris Dague* Amy & Eric Jones Mary Sommers & Sam Pyne Lucy & David Barrow Lisa & Bob Heston Veronica & Dean Porter Gifts by Alumni Parents Cynthia & Bertrand Tillery Sheryll Dahlke Cindy & Kent Kahle Jamie & Blake Ratliff Deborah & Bob Berry Sharon & Jim Hibbert Genie & Corbin Porter Lauryn Tillery ’99 Shakti & Sarvang Dalal Brittany Kasischke Kathleen Redden Holly & John Brennan Ginger & Russell Hollenbeck Donna & James Powell Anne Turner Dianne Davis Susie & Brad Kemp Elfego Reynaga Harriet & Greg Browne Susan & Lee Hovermale Farrah Farizani & Hamid Razavi For former members of our Marcia & Alfredo Vilas* Bonnie & David Deaton Carol Kemper Denise & John Rhew Wendy & Bill Bruckner Ethel & Chap Hutcheson* Kathleen Redden Julia & Stephen Vobbe Traci & Steve Demecs Carol & Chuck Kingswell-Smith Patty & Eddie Rice Jo & George Brueggeman Jane & Michael Jamieson Kay & Ron Rhea community, there’s no better way to Phyllis & Larry Wilkins Morgan Dewhurst ’03 Jamie & Brad ’91 Knape Candi & Ron Robinson Denise & Bob Campbell Leticia & Edward Jaroski Shelley & Rick Roquemore* show continued love and appreciation Nancy & Ken Williams Pallavi & Pinakin Dinesh Robin & Ryan Kochel Meliton Rodriquez Cam & Rod Canion Cindy & Kent Kahle Kathy & Jeff Sangalis Jen & Bob Wismer Polly Dixon & Howard Haworth Melinda & Scott Lamoreaux Shelley & Rick Roquemore* Jennifer & Dave Carson Susie & Brad Kemp Teme & Keith Sappenfield for St. Francis than through a gift to our Tiffany & Randall Wong Christy & John ’82 Dull Donna & Jones Lander* Lucy & John Ross Jennifer & Todd Caspary Carol & Chuck Kingswell-Smith Pilar & Walter Schneider Colleen & Mike Dunlap* Lois Latiolais Carolyn & Hugh Ryan Bonnie & Jack Chandler Melinda & Scott Lamoreaux Vanessa & Perry Sendukas Annual Fund. We are grateful to the ST. FRANCIS friends Molly Edington Sherry & William Lent Rosalinda Saldana Karen & Howard Chapman Amy & Neil Leibman Kay & Carter Simonds following parents of alumni who continue GIFTS up to $249 Georgeanne Eidman* Rebecca ’93 & Chris Lewis Kathy & Jeff Sangalis Melinda & Jay ’73 Chernosky Janna & Kyle Lippman Barbara & Clark Smith Anonymous Nicole & Greg Eidman Danny Lewis Teme & Keith Sappenfield Anne & Bob Chisholm Elsa Jean & Don Looser Carole & David Smithwick to make St. Francis a giving priority. Maria & Ricardo Abascal Nancy & Thomas Eubank Shannon & Michael Lewis Mary Frances & Alex Sardina Kathy & George Cire Laura & Mike McDaniel Celia & Brent Tatum Amanda Abraham* Julie & Ken Faterkowski Melissa & Bill Markham Pilar & Walter Schneider Sean Coerver Michelle McGrath Nancy Thompson Annie Addison Lisa & Jack Fendrick Monica Masini Claudia & Antonio Schoelman Linda & Mike Condit Anna & Scott McLean Cynthia & Bertrand Tillery Ann & Bert Adkins Kay Champiomont & Joe Figliola Sofia ’97 & Owen ’97 Massey* Jane Scott* Sylvie & Gary Crum Patty & Ferguson McNiel Anne Turner Kathryn & Leigh Adkins Charlotte & Phillip Fitzgerald Debra McColloch* Michael Settle Dorothy & Jack Currie Terry & Mike McQueen Jeni & Bert Turner Leticia & Jose Alcala Beverly & David Foor Desiree McConnell ’89 Kay & Carter Simonds Sabrina & Rich DiMichele Stacy ’84 & Michael Medrano Patti & Tom Turner Diane Allen Madison Ford Lisa McDermott Jack Simons* Eliza & Johnny ’69 Duncan Martha & Tom Melody Kris & Jimmy Vallee Jennifer & Richard Allison LeKoya Foster* Bruce McIntyre Maryann & Joe Skubisz* Dale & Alan Engberg Kelly & Bill Montgomery Donna & Rudy Villarreal Christina & James Alton* Kathy & Kerry French Teresa & Danny McKinsey Brooke Smith* Mary ’76 & David Entrekin Ellen & Sam Moreton Kelly Wren & Jason Whittington Kelley & Eric Anderson Ezequiel Garcia* Anna & Scott McLean Carole & David Smithwick Nancy & Thomas Eubank Anne & David Morley Phyllis & Larry Wilkins Emily Arnot Katherine Giarratano* Patty & Ferguson McNiel Juan Solis* Beverly & David Foor Tricia & Richard Nelson Jen & Bob Wismer J.B. Askew ’01 Susan & Wilson Giron Pamela & Jerry McSorley Kathryn ’90 & Mark Spinelli Kathy & Kerry French Vivian & Tom O’Leary Ann & John Wooldridge Linda & J. B. Askew Melissa & David Goodall Susan & Rodney Meriwether Elizabeth & Charles Stieglitz Dana & Paul Gill Susan & Edward Osterberg Betty Babendure June Goodall* Angela & Carlo Minotti Jennifer & Mark ’89 Stringer Dana Baker* Susybelle Gosslee Courtney & Paul Moore Rodger Sumicek Class of 1969 Class of 1986 Class of 1993 Gifts by Alumni Judy & David Baker Shawn & Ryan Gustafson* Anne & David Morley Lyndsay Sweeney Johnny Duncan Leslie Jackson Rebecca Lewis Kathy & Roger Barras Diane Hablizel Gesa Muxfeldt Lauretta Symonds Jessica Shively Class of 1973 Class of 1994 Lucy & David Barrow Linda & James Haire* Nita & Ashu Nautiyal* Celia & Brent Tatum Jay Chernosky Class of 1987 Will Holstien We are grateful to these alumni, Loring Bell* Mary & Bill Hamby Carolyn & David Neal Melissa & Mike Taylor Brian Austin Wendy & Philip Bentlif Jane & Blake Hammond Melinda Neal Patsy & Mike Thomas* Class of 1975 Class of 1995 who generously supported our Andrew Hawthorn Ruthe & Marty Berman Veni & Darrell Hardy Laura Nelson ’03 Shureda Thomas Jim Goettee Chris Graeter Elisse Hayes-Karlsson Autreyee & Arjun Bhuyan* Mary & Jim Hardy Tricia & Richard Nelson Staci & Brent Thompson Annual Fund. Alumni gifts ensure Class of 1976 Susan Magee Class of 1996 Marilyn & Socrates Bitsis Debbie & John Harris Sheila & Bo Newell Nancy & Gib Thompson Mary Entrekin Judd Harrison that a strong tradition of excellence Cynthia Blades Jessica Harris Andrea Noser Julia Traber* Michael Mitschke Class of 1988 Dan Meyer Jean & Joseph Bolton* Beth & Judd ’96 Harrison* Susan & Edward Osterberg Elizabeth Travis* Jennifer Henry continues to thrive at St. Francis. Class of 1981 Class of 1997 Karla & Neil Brazzel Sylvia & Caldwell Hart* Jane & Maurice Oteiza Rebecca & Charles ’88 Turner Charles Turner Elizabeth Ertel Sofia Massey Wanda Brock Elisse Hayes-Karlsson ’87 Jodi & Matthew Padon Lydia Urbanek Sam Hendricks Class of 1989 Wendy & Bill Bruckner & Fredrik Karlsson Kim & Mitchell Page Carol & Greg Urbani John Deboben Class of 1999 Taylor & Keith Burba Charlotte & David Hedrick* Susan & Larry Pain* Priscilla Vasquez* Class of 1982 Desiree McConnell Shea Henry Mary Beth Burrow Milt Hempel* Christi & Rob Parker Andrea & Craig Vogelsang John Dull Brian Rieke Lauryn Tillery Todd Sinex Frances & Alvin Callender Andrea Hendrickson Emily Partridge & Jon Golemon Melanie & Trevor Wallace Mark Stringer Class of 2001 Carla & John Calloway Jennifer Henry ’88 Genelda & Robert Pavlik Gayle & Kenneth Watler Class of 1983 Class of 1990 J. B. Askew Maria Capecchi Shea Henry ’99* Gayle Pearson Millicent & Paul Wear Greg Looser Howard Chapman Jennifer & Dave Carson Sandy & Bob Herrin Deanie & Scott Peebles Janet & Al Weinzierl Class of 2002 Tony Pannagl Morrow Evans Jennifer & Todd Caspary Regay & Shane Hildreth* Wanda Peebles* Jill ’85 & Burton White Natalie Jaroski Lacy Price Margaret Ann Casseb Joy & Joe Hilley Mary & David Pena Jane & George Williams* Class of 1984 Class of 2003 Kathryn Spinelli Elena & Gabriel Ceballos Ginger & Russell Hollenbeck Mercedes & Morris Perli Juliann & Keith Wohlford* John Bender Morgan Dewhurst Lee Zieben Margaret & Geoffrey Chamblee Elizabeth Holmes Cheryl & Dave Petty* Julie Woodbury Stacy Medrano Laura Nelson Amy & John Chandler Will Holstien ’94 Stephanie & Don Pickett Ann & John Wooldridge Rick Snell Class of 1991 Class of 2009 Abby & Fred Clark Susan & Lee Hovermale Paulette & Mark Pidala Marilyn Wright Eric Bass Class of 1985 Cole Mooney Knox Clark Betty Huff Donna & Charles Pilgrim Courtney Zauft Brad Knape Nicole Ederle Kaitlin Mooney Rob Clark Matt Hune* Robin & Michael Plaia Melissa Zier Jill White Class of 1992 Anne & Brian Comarda Laura & Chris Hutcheson* Holly Plost Whitney Zisman Kelly Kanabar *First-time Annual Fund donor 20 21 Maria & Ricardo Abascal Cam & Rod Canion Julieta & Don Garrett Barbara & Roberto Iglesias Me-J & John O’Neal Jack Simons Carrie & Ron Woliver Catherine Carolina Deboben (’21) Joseph Parker Chiles (’23) Kourtney Michelle Casey (’18) Michelle Marie Iglesias (’18) Parker Haswell Browne (’14) Cooper Knox Simons (’16) Conrad Christopher Bennett (’23) Annual Fund Maria Jacqueline Deboben (’21) Margaret Jane Chiles (’23) Kennedy Marie Casey (’17) Patrick Robert Iglesias (’17) William R. Brueggeman ’13 Nicklaus Spencer Bennett (’21) 2012–13 Nicolas Ricardo Gomez (’20) John O. Brueggeman ’08 Maryann & Joe Skubisz Alexis Juan Gomez Jr. (’17) Karen & Howard Chapman Cathy & Richard Geis Jennifer Jasper Mitchiner Wiley McAfee ’06 Maxwell William Skubisz (’21) Marilyn Wright Gifts by Grandparents Reese Blanton Chapman (’23) Georgia Grace Provine (’20) Grayson Olivia Jasper (’17) Mary L. McAfee ’04 Merritt Michael Skubisz (’21) Patrick Christopher Solcher (’18) Diane Allen Howard Daniel Chapman (’20) William Claiborne Provine (’20) Bryan Michael Jasper (’15) George H. Brueggeman III ’03 Annabel Caroline Skubisz (’16) Blake Christian Solcher (’15) Ashley Elizabeth Kearns (’17) Alexandra Ann Medrano (’14) William C. Jasper ’13 Elizabeth V. Solcher ’12 St. Francis loves grandparents! Lauren Stevenson Kearns (’15) Benjamin C. Medrano ’12 Jill & Jim Glanville Troncy & W. L. Orsak Kathy & Lynch Smyth Cole M. Medrano ’09 Genevieve Michele Ederle (’23) Joe Ann & Ken Kingdon Claire Anelise Sanchez (’18) Marguerite Watts Pyne (’20) We are grateful to the following Wendy & Philip Bentlif Cameron George Ederle (’19) Anne Louise Nicosia (’20) Emma Isabella Sanchez (’16) Sydney Katherine Gyenge ’13 Knox Clark Pierson James Ederle (’17) Constance Lee Dull (’16) Pat & Ron Solberg donors who, by their gifts to Robert Sanders Clark Jr. (’17) Kathryn Mae Dull (’15) Valeria Oualline Chloe Anne Zieben (’25) our Annual Fund, are helping Bonnie & Augie Bering Reagan Elizabeth Clark (’16) Sharon & Holman Gregory Carolyn A. Dull ’12 Taylor Allen (’16) Weston Quinn Bering (’14) Olivia Sullivan (’18) Virginia & Dan Steppe provide the best education Sherry & John Cobb Preston Sullivan (’21) Donna & Jones Lander Susan & Larry Pain Holden Kennedy Maples (’18) Ruthe & Marty Berman Robert Sanders Clark Jr. (’17) Noelle Lynn Marie Lander (’25) Aiden Christian Fox Anabelle Carlisle Maples (’15) possible for their grandchildren. Matthew Alexander Berman (’21) Reagan Elizabeth Clark (’16) Linda & James Haire Woodbury (’22) Katherine Anne Berman (’14) Campbell Bridges Haire (’21) Lois Latiolais Elizabeth & Charles Stieglitz Muriel Cody Finn Guthrie Haire (’21) Olivia Marie Barletta (’23) Genelda & Robert Pavlik John Alexander Stieglitz (’21) Madeline Frances Stieglitz (’19) Marilyn & Socrates Bitsis Catherine A. Cody ’13 Lucy Irene Haire (’18) Brian Anthony Barletta (’20) Cayla Ellen Pavlik (’21) Addison Grace Noser Bitsis (’21) Sondra & Eugene Cook Julia & George Hancock Sandra & Joe Allen-Lavigne Margaret & Boris Payan Patsy & Mike Thomas Thomas Milner Smith (’23) Jean & Joseph Bolton Alexander David Bilger (’24) Julia Nalle Wozencraft (’16) Madison Sinclair Dightman (’19) Xiomara Lucia Tabanou (’22) James Edward Taussig (’17) Jakob Hans Bilger (’24) George C. Wozencraft ’13 Savannah Elyse Dightman (’18) Xavier Leon Tabanou (’17) Margaret Taylor Smith (’21) Julia Claire Bilger (’22) Wanda Brock Veni & Darrell Hardy Jennie & Philip Leman Cheryl & Dave Petty Nancy Thompson Avery McGlasson Looser (’15) Elizabeth & Ray Cook Ezekiel David Porter (’26) William Helms Leman (’17) Matthew Keith Petty (’25) Lauren Grace Thompson (’25) Elizabeth B. Looser ’13 Ray Gene Cook IV (’15) Margaret Grace Porter (’25) Elizabeth Ann Thompson (’22) Jacob Holyfield Porter (’24) Sherry & William Lent Jeannie & Bruce Powers Joseph Gilbert Thompson IV (’20) Brenda Correll Jackson Henry Van Wie (’23) Ainsley Helen Powers (’18) Gus Hodges Montgomery (’21) Mary & Jim Hardy William Carter Van Wie (’21) Spencer Jackson Powers (’16) Anne Turner James Ford Montgomery (’20) Mary-Claire Keck Eidman (’24) Benjamin Charles Turner (’22) Kraft Gregory Eidman (’21) Millie & Charles Leyendecker Eliza Randall Julia Claire Turner (’19) Celine Cozad Emma Grace Eidman (’19) Morgan Elizabeth Herod (’20) John Moran Randall (’18) Noah Forrest Baughman (’14) Meredith Ann Herod (’18) Leslie & John Turner Polly Dixon & Howard Haworth Erma Reasoner Marlaine Leslie Turner (’19) Susie & Richard Crummel Cameron Nicole Dasher (’14) Eloise & Chuck Lievrouw Samantha Marie Nolen (’15) Harrison Kenneth Turner (’14) Matthew Jason Crummel (’22) William Walker Deyo (’19) Sophia Elizabeth Crummel (’18) Jackie & Carl Henningsen Ronald Cooper Deyo (’17) Kathleen Redden Donna & Rudy Villarreal Lila Claire Henningsen (’19) Colton Andrew Lewis (’22) Aidan Jay Villarreal (’19) Georgeanne Eidman Abigail J. Henningsen ’10 Carolyn & David Light Mary-Claire Keck Eidman (’25) Blake H. Henningsen ’09 John Connor Light (’22) Patty & Eddie Rice Gayle & Kenneth Watler Kraft Gregory Eidman (’21) Reese A. Henningsen ’06 Robert Brian Light (’19) Jonathan Edward Rice (’22) William Joseph Watler (’20) Emma Grace Eidman (’19) Thomas Hazen Light (’19) Clayton Thomas Rice (’18) Kenneth G. Watler III ’13 Judy & Richard Herbst David Walker Light V (’18) Mary Katherine Rice (’16) Sandy & David Elkins Richard Mueller Thomas (’17) Lauren Elizabeth Rice (’14) Millicent & Paul Wear Timothy Joel Elkins (’19) Tullis C. Thomas IV ’13 Elsa Jean & Don Looser Katherine Millicent William David Pearce Elkins (’16) Matthew M. Jordan ’11 Avery McGlasson Looser (’15) Shelley & Rick Roquemore Montgomery (’14) Elizabeth B. Looser ’13 Stanley Michael Fowler (’19) Caroline K. Montgomery ’08 Nancy & Arthur Epley Sandy & Bob Herrin Addison Easley Epley (’24) James Ford Herrin (’23) Davita & William Marquart Carolyn & Hugh Ryan Janet & Al Weinzierl Cindy & Randy Broiles Riley Greer Epley (’22) William Michael Herrin (’21) Courtlyn Ruth Dennard (’20) Maxwell William Skubisz (’21) Luke Alexander Weinzierl (’18) Larkin Emma Graeter (’22) Robert T. Herrin IV ’11 Merritt Michael Skubisz (’21) Jane & George Williams Sharon & Sebastian Faro John Jeffrey Herrin ’07 Catherine & Alan Morrison Annabel Caroline Skubisz (’16) Grant Michael Williams (’23) Suzanne & Tim Brown Alexander Joon-Ming Faro (’24) Kelly Morgan Herrin ’07 Bode Andreas Smith (’24) Tanya & Ramesh Sadeghian Avery Welu Glauser (’22) Preston Burke Jinks (’20) Gabriel Joon-Kian Faro (’21) Holly L. Herrin ’05 Barrett Colby Jinks (’17) Barbara & John Nau Olivia Frances de la Garza (’25) George Jackson Williams (’19) Parks Case Johnson (’25) Jill & Walter Fortney Jackie Hibbler Carolyn & Ned Schwing Nancy & Ken Williams Wendy & Bill Bruckner Marguerite Justine Fortney (’20) Zachary Amir Khan (’14) Liston Elizabeth Johnson (’23) Turner William Edwards (’20) Virginia Claire Fortney (’18) Colby James Angell (’14) Riley Wingfield Williams (’21) Caroline M. Angell ’12 Katherine Piper Edwards (’17) Ethel & Chap Hutcheson Melinda Neal Juliann & Keith Wohlford Jackson Bruckner Sherrod Sara & Jerry France Cooper Chappell Hutcheson (’23) Ryan Thomas Jones (’18) Anne E. Schwing ’09 Ashley Tyler Adams (’18) Edwards (’15) Alexandra Bess France (’19) Nicholas Vinson Hankamer (’20) Abigail R. Schwing ’08 Robert Michael France (’16) Emerson Kirksey Hankamer (’18) 22 23

Annual Fund 2012–13 Financial Corporations and These corporations and foundations supported St. Francis in the following categories: Annual Fund, Grade Level Percentage Capital Campaign, Festival Day, Gala, General Scholarship Fund, St. Francis Endowment, special projects, unrestricted funds, and Woolrich Fund. Faculty & Staff Percentage Aid Foundations

Scholarships act as a lifeline to many who hope to attend AllianceBernstein Matching Gift Program Goldman Sachs & Co. Matching Gift Program SJS Surgery, PA Pre-Primary Always in Season Goldman Sachs Gives Solberg Properties 55% St. Francis or to remain here. Without financial aid, nearly American Tank & Vessel Inc. Goya Foods Southwell’s Hamburger Grill ten percent of our student population would disappear. Anadarko Petroleum Corp Greater Houston Community Foundation Spark Energy Aid to Education Program Guadalajara Hacienda Stephen Boutros, Ltd. Primary I Due to the generosity of the following individuals, we can Ashley Productions, LLC Hamill Foundation Strake Foundation 67% Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center P.A. Hess Companies Stream of Change Foundation continue to help deserving students. Auto Financial Group Highline Paint LLC Summit Company LP Ayco Charitable Foundation Houston Armature Works, Inc. Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen Primary II 67% GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Regina & Mark Duke Azamara Club Cruises Houston Ballet Symonds Foundation Jamie and Brad ’91 Knape Mary ’76 & David Entrekin Bank of America Matching Gifts Houston Endowment Inc. Target Safeway Inc. Marilyn & Jim ’75 Goettee Barnes & Noble Booksellers Houston Oaks Country Club Taste of Texas Target Megan & Tony Gray BlingGuard IS&T Consulting Group LLC Tellepsen Builders, LP Kindergarten 68% Zabet & Mark Haas BP Fabric of America Fund John & Renee Perko Family Foundation Texadelphia Amy & Bo Huggins BP Foundation, Inc. Julie Phillips & Associates, Inc. The Brown Foundation BRUCKNER SCHOLARSHIP Nicole Jasper Brio Tuscan Grille June Goodall, DDS The Crain Foundation Elizabeth ’81 and Ben Ertelu Paul Leggett Brooklyn Athletic Club Kendra Scott Jewelry The Currie Fund First Grade 62% Kristi & Jeffrey Liggett Café Express Kinder Morgan Foundation The Cutting Garden Blossom & Casimir Canine Country Club Lamborghini Houston DOBELMAN SCHOLARSHIP Maduafokwa Carrabba’s Italian Grill Landry’s Foundation Katherine Dobelman Allison & Michael ’76 Mitschke CFP Foundation Landry’s Inc. Second Grade 63% Ellen & Sam Moreton Chapman & Cole Partnership, Ltd. Lead Products Co., Inc. Tammy & Lamar Morris Chevron Humankind Matching Gift Program M. D. Anderson Foundation GRADUATING CLASS Vivian & Tom O’Leary Ciao Bello Maida’s Belts & Buckles FINANCIAL AID SCHOLARSHIP Jodi & Matthew Padon Clint Orms Engravers and Silversmiths Maudie’s Tex-Mex Third Grade 65% Anonymous Zary & Bruce Rassoli Crapitto’s Cucina Italiana Michael Martinez Photography Fi & Farhad Ahrabi Karyn & Michael Reardon CRC Family Charitable Foundation Michael’s Cookie Jar Katherine & Carl Bartuch Mary & Pat Spillman Critical Mass Design Mischer Investments Mike Blalock Toni Hennike & Pat Spillman D. Kent & Linda C. Anderson Foundation Morgan Stanley Matching Gifts Program Fourth Grade 51% Shelly Blalock ’84 Darby & Andy Suman Damian’s Cucina Italiana Nadine Boutros Designs Kathy & David Boyd Billye & Isik Tezel DCP Midsteam Matching Gifts Program National Christian Foundation Photo courtesy of St. Francis Yearbook. Jo & George Brueggeman Laura & Robert Theriot Deutsch & Deutsch Jewelers National Philanthropic Trust Laura & Ted Christiansen Amy & Erik Voss Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation New Life Ventures, Inc. The Fondren Foundation Fifth Grade 56% Leanne & Ron Coben Lori & Ken Watler Discover Financial Services Nextpage Communication, LLC The Fruehauf Foundation Anne & Claude Cody Judy & James Woolley Dr. Mike Mizell O. Venture The JBD Foundation Traci & Steve Demecs Liz & Frank Wozencraft EDF Trading North America, LLC Olde Towne Kolaches The Lee & Joseph D. Jamail Foundation Kristi & Randy Dishongh Ed Rachal Foundation Palazzo’s The Meyer Foundation Sixth Grade 62% Elaine Turner Designs Parker School Uniforms The New Middle School, Inc. Elizabeth Anthony/Esther Wolf Paul E. Andrews Jr. Foundation The Palm Restaurant Encana Cares Payan Management Trust The Phoenix Resort Escalante’s Pinto Ranch Fine Western Wear The Porches Seventh Grade 50% Exclusive Resorts LLC Pipkins Investigations Tilman and Paige Fertitta Family Foundation ExxonMobil Foundation Post Oak Grill TransCanada USA Services Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Post Oak Publishing, Inc. Treebeards Fig Tree Jewelry PromoShop Trisol Fine Jewlry Eighth Grade 46% Fish Gallery Pronto Cucinino Tutorville Fleming Endowment RDG Bar Annie Vacations to Go Four Seasons Hotel Houston ROPAK, Inc. Velleriano Italy Operating Partnership, LP Fred Haas Toyota World Safety Vision Vivian L. Smith Foundation Faculty & Staff 84% Frost Bank Safeway Inc. Wells Fargo Bank Fuzzy’s Pizza Sage Dining Services, Inc. Whalley Foundation Inc. General Electric Company/GE Fund Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving Winrock Animal Clinic 0 20 40 60 80 100 Glass Wall Silver Eagle Distributors Zoës Kitchen 24 25

We offer our special thanks to these donors, who generously invested in the mission of St. Francis Gifts in honor or memory of special people are a wonderful way to celebrate their lives. In 2012–13, the Cumulative Episcopal Day School with gifts to the Annual Fund and other initiatives. They made cumulative Tributes and following donors made gifts to the school to honor or memorialize a friend, family member, or mentor. Giving contributions of $5,000 or more in the 2012–13 academic year. Memorials

Anonymous Holly & Michael Dinsmore Jodi & Gene Lou Pat & Ron Solberg John H. Duncan Jr. ’69 Mary & David Entrekin The Rev. Robert D. Wismer Shannon & John Addison Katherine Dobelman Cara Mathes & Alan Luedemann Ann & Robert Stephens Sharon & Michael Lura Zabet & Mark Haas Jo & George Brueggeman In honor of… Melisa & Tom Jordan Julie & Michael Donaldson American Tank & Vessel Inc. Mary ’76 & David Entrekin Susan Lukens Lindsay & Trent Stout Christina D. Eickenroht ’08 Leigh & Jack Kins D. Kent & Linda C. Anderson Catharine & Grant Faulconer Brandi Maxwell Strake Foundation Carrie & Robert Eickenroht Ellison and Evans Anderson Nina & Casey Lambright Chloe Zieben Foundation Paige & Tilman Fertitta Keith Maxwell Diana & Davis Sun D. Kent & Linda C. Anderson Pat & Ron Solberg Clark Faulconer Kristi & Jeffrey Liggett M. D. Anderson Foundation Fleming Endowment Tracy & Randy McMullen Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen Foundation Catharine & Grant Faulconer Vivian & Tom O’Leary Linda & Kent Anderson Janis & George Fleming Stacy ’84 & Michael Medrano Vania & Mark Terry Elle & Clarke Anderson Whitney C. Zisman Jodi & Matthew Padon Janice & Allan King Paul E. Andrews Jr. Foundation The Fondren Foundation Nidhika & Sean Mehta Megan & Taylor Tipton Charlotte R. Fitzgerald Blake, Will, Pierce, Elizabeth, Dayna & Mark Paull Michele & Sandy Aron Celia & George Fontaine The Meyer Foundation Kim & Nestor Vicknair Pat & Charles Milner and Blair Barineau Denise & Kevin Poynter Ayco Charitable Foundation Jill & Jim Glanville Debbie & Kenny Meyer Kelli & John Weinzierl Pam & John Barineau Debbie Harris Kelly & Bruce Smith Shelley & Newt Barineau Goldman Sachs Gives Allison & Michael ’76 Mitschke Whalley Foundation Liz & Frank Wozencraft Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen In memory of… Patti & Tony Barletta Becky & Thomas Gottsegen Rishma & Akbar Mohamed Mary & Greg Whalley Nick and Conrad Bennett Laura & Robert Theriot Kiley and Conner Jones Eva L. Brooks Carrie & Ron Woliver Amy & Erik Voss Shanna & Eric ’91 Bass Karla Dandah & Jorge Goudet Kelly & Bill Montgomery Elizabeth & James ’90 Whitehead Leah & Michael Jones Judy & David Baker Judy & James Woolley Stephen Boutros, Ltd. Kim & Chris ’95 Graeter Jenny & David Moore Tracy & Mike Whittaker Cynthia L. Blades Nadine & Stephen Boutros Susan & Jeff Gray Jennifer & Joel Moore Alison & Randall Wilhite Janice & Allan King Leah H. Jones Liz & Frank Wozencraft Mary Francis & Fred Couper Leslie & Jack Jackson Jessica & Fred Brazelton Greater Houston Community National Christian Foundation Carrie & Ron Woliver The Crain Foundation Jessica K. Brazelton, Leslie R. Elsa Jean & Don Looser Amber & Clay Bretches Foundation National Philanthropic Trust Judy & James Woolley Beth & Greg Looser Jackson ’86, Susan Light, and Brittany Kasischke Mary J. Fenner The Brown Foundation Zabet & Mark Haas Leslie & Randy Newcomer Becky & Thomas Gottsegen Lynn & Douglas Dunbar Lacy H. Rieke Darla McNay Linda & Bob Brown Hamill Foundation Parker School Uniforms Nidhika & Sean Mehta Joy & Edward Randall Richard R. Keith Pat & Charles Milner Lisa & Greg Nelson Suzanne & Tim Brown Cici & Emerson Hankamer Maureen & Paul Perea Lynn & Douglas Dunbar Wendy Bruckner Kelly & Jeff Thibault CFP Foundation Lorie & Steve Herod Barbie & Ron Presswood Kris & Jimmy Vallee Harriet A. Mitchell Jeni & Bert Turner Liz & Frank Wozencraft Karen & Howard Chapman Lisa & Bob Heston Ed Rachal Foundation J. D. Kelley Parker, Caroline, and Kent Kubitza Stacie & Howard ’90 Chapman Christine & Ty Hoffer Mindy & Sean Rice Allyson Campsey Lynn & Chris Bahm D. Kent & Linda C. Anderson Gesa M. Muxfeldt Emily & Robert Clay Houston Armature Works, Inc. Laura & Richard Robert D. Kent & Linda Anderson Lauri Brown Foundation Rhonda & Dan Muschalik Holly & Kirk Coburn Houston Endowment Inc. Sissy & Grady Roberts Foundation Linda & Bob Brown Ronald Nevin Neal Maria & Carlos Contreras Kelly & Chris Huff Courtney & James Robertson Elle & Clarke Anderson Dr. Susan B. Lair Melinda & Jay Chernosky Janice & Allan King Melinda Neal Leigh & Trey Cook Shelley & Billy Iglesias ROPAK, Inc. Bonnie & Jack Chandler Julie & Casey Doherty Judy & Ken Wallis Jodie & Randy Corson The Lee & Joseph D. Jamail Pam & Phil Rundle Rebecca H. Sappenfield ’03 Stacy Grace Shannon Lewis Lisa & Bob Heston The Crain Foundation Foundation Safety Vision Clayton, Chapman, and Hollings Teme & Keith Sappenfield Janice & Allan King Jay Kelley Crosswell Lacy Crain & Joe Galloway Jane & Michael Jamieson Kim & Bill Sanchez Shila Smith Theresa & Jeff Kelley Marilyn Ligon Walker, Thomas, Robert, and CRC Family Charitable Foundation The JBD Foundation Lisa & John Sarvadi Polly Dixon & Howard Haworth John Conner Light Cindy Straton Sylvie & Gary Crum Victoria & Parker Johnson Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving Sophia and Matthew Crummel Carolyn & David Light St. Francis Faculty Renee Pace Kelly & Matt Cubbage Gina & Tom Johnson Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Susie & Richard Crummel Francis & Al Callender Adrienne & Brian Cutter Alicia & Robert Kimmel Josi & Lawrence Shipley Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Mavis Ashby Courtlyn Dennard Jan & Chris Carroll Paula & Bill Cutts Trish & Jay Kyle Krista & Todd ’82 Sinex Fi & Farhad Ahrabi Edwin Jacob Wismer Bethany & Kelby Dennard Ellen & Sam Moreton Laura & Ned Davenport Kristin & Jeffrey Liggett SJS Surgery, PA Shelly Blalock Anne and Bob Chisholm Leanne & Ron Coben Heather & Jake Davis Susan & David Light Kelly & Bruce Smith Devin and Dave Dinsmore Owen and Evan Elizabeth Stout Stacy Grace Anne & Claude Cody Kate & Mike Denham Janna & Kyle Lippman Anne & Stephen Smith Holly & Michael Dinsmore Lindsay & Trent Stout Traci & Steve Demecs Sarah W. Woolrich Stephanie & Mark Deverka Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Vivian L. Smith Foundation Jean S. Dubiel Sabrina & Rich DiMichele Nell Weems Sarah & Matt Dikeman Liz & Brian Buckley Kristi & Randy Dishongh Liz & Brian Buckley Peggy Welch

Fi & Farhad Ahrabi Tami & Keith Budd Mary ’76 & David Entrekin Jamie & Brad ’91 Knape Leslie & Cody Moerer Safety Vision Always in Season Café Express Catharine & Grant Faulconer Susie & James Lair The New Middle School, Inc. Heidi & Matt Seinsheimer Mavis Ashby Leanne & Ron Coben The Fruehauf Foundation Nina & Casey Lambright Olde Town Kolaches Kelly & Bruce Smith Other Gifts St. Francis Sports Association Shelley & Newt Barineau Anne & Claude Cody Fuzzy’s Pizza Kristi & Jeffrey Liggett Vivian & Tom O’Leary Thanks to these donors for supporting St. Francis Barnes & Noble Booksellers Heather & Brady Crosswell Anthony Gondesen Beth & Greg ’83 Looser Jodi & Matthew Padon Lindsay & Trent Stout Jennifer & Tadd Tellepsen Stephanie & Jason Beauvais The Cutting Garden Goya Foods Susan Lukens Palazzo’s in the following areas: Art à la Carte, Library Club, Laura & Robert Theriot Shelly Blalock ’84 Traci & Steve Demecs Guadalajara Hacienda Susan Baumann and Ann Jacks Parker School Uniforms Amy & Erik Voss St. Francis Endowment, in-kind gifts, temporary BlingGuard Sabrina & Rich DiMichele Zabet & Mark Haas Betsy & George McKean Dayna & Mark Paull Julie Woodbury Brio Tuscan Grille Kristi & Randy Dishongh Lorie & Steve Herod Stacy ’84 & Michael Medrano Post Oak Grill Judy & James Woolley unrestricted gifts, and temporary restricted gifts. Marcie & David Bristol Carrie & Robert Eickenroht Melisa & Tom Jordan Nidhika & Sean Mehta Denise & Kevin Poynter Liz & Frank Wozencraft Liz & Brian Buckley Cynthia Engle Leigh & Jack Kins Michael’s Cookie Jar PromoShop Zoës Kitchen 26 27 Make a Difference Twenty-Five Years of Excellence Ways to Support St. Francis Episcopal Day School Darla McNay Assistant Head of Primary School

We are humbled by our community’s support of the pro- Tributes AND MEMORIALS Recognize a family hether the students in Watching children grow and grams and mission of St. Francis through financial con- member, role model, or friend through a gift dedicated to WPrimary School need a develop has always been the high- tributions and volunteering. Listed below are some of the their honor or memory. St. Francis will notify the individ- kind word, a friendly smile, or light of her career, says Mrs. McNay. most effective ways to make a difference for our students. ual or family of your special gift with a message of our a guiding hand, Darla McNay Since graduating with a bachelor’s gratitude. Gifts can be made at any time and will appear is always ready to help. First as degree in education from Sam gifts support our budget by providing ANNUAL FUND in the school’s annual report. Contact Director of Annual a Primary School teacher and Houston State University, she’s essential operating revenue. We ask every family, alum, Giving and Stewardship Faith Cohen at 713.458.6129. then as the Assistant Head worked as an elementary educator grandparent, faculty and staff member, and friend to of Primary School, Mrs. McNay and art specialist in the Houston, support Annual Fund first and to continue to do so each MAJOR GIFTS Several exciting projects St. Francis has served St. Francis with Clear Creek, Alief, and Spring year. For more information, contact Director of Annual would like to bring to fruition are above and beyond the Giving and Stewardship Faith Cohen at 713.458.6129. school’s operating budget. If you are interested in learn- excellence, gentleness, Branch school districts. After joining ing more about current opportunities to give, contact and passion for 25 years. St. Francis in 1988, she spent two ENDOWMENT GIFTS This investment fund provides Head of Advancement Melinda Guthrie at 713.458.6172. years as a Primary I teacher and twelve years as a Bridge teacher, while revenue to augment the St. Francis operating budget. For acting as Associate Director of Primary School. more information about how to contribute to this fund, MATCHING GIFTS Many employers participate in a Today, Mrs. McNay spends her hours assisting with the observation, please contact Head of Advancement Melinda Guthrie at matching gift program. You can increase your impact on supervision, and evaluation of the Primary School’s policies, curriculum, 713.458.6172. campus and your gift level as a donor when you recog- faculty, and students. She plays an integral role in helping the school nize St. Francis using matching gifts. Find out if your implement project-based learning and the Reggio Emilia approach, ESTATE PLANS There are many ways to make a employer has a matching gift program by contacting which focuses on allowing every child’s natural curiosity to direct his lasting gift to St. Francis Episcopal Day School that offer your benefits administrator. or her learning, promoting respect for all, and utilizing the teacher as a financial and tax advantages to the donor. Planned gift facilitator. opportunities include appreciated securities, appreciated SARAH W. WOOLRICH FUND FOR FACULTY After winning a Sarah W. Woolrich Fund for Faculty Award in 2012, property, real estate, life insurance, bequests, retirement Named for our school’s remarkable first principal, the Mrs. McNay explored this approach in more depth at the Reggio Chil- plans, and charitable lead trusts. For more information, fund is designed to enhance the educational experience dren International Study Group in Italy. please contact Head of Advancement Melinda Guthrie at of our students by first expanding the horizons of our 713.458.6172. teachers. Thanks to the Woolrich Fund, our teachers have When asked how she pursues lifelong learning, Mrs. McNay stood before the art masters at museums in Paris, partic- is quick to point out that her passion for the Spanish language and cul- EVENTS The St. Francis calendar is full of fun and ex- ipated in a dinosaur dig, walked through the Holy Land, ture drives many of her professional-development ventures. citing events, and each event offers unique sponsorship and toured the Roman Empire. For more information, A 2005 Woolrich Award sent her to the Don Quijote School in Gua- opportunities and participation levels. To learn more contact Director of Alumni and Parent Relations Staci najuato, Mexico, for an intensive, two-week Spanish course. In 2008, she about our events and the ways you can support them Thompson at 713.458.6132. was invited to present a teacher-training workshop at St. John’s Episco- with your time or resources, please contact Director of pal School in Puerto Cortes, Honduras, which was followed by a 2009 Special Events Abby Clark at 713.458.6116. VOLUNTEER Whether they’re teaching Art à la Carte Woolrich award that sent her to Costa Rica with a group of lessons, selling Wolf Wear, celebrating student birthdays, “My time at St. Francis has St. Francis teachers to study Spanish further. LIBRARY CLUB Celebrate a birthday or other mile- planning special events or fueling a broad range of other sped by,” she says, “but that’s At school or home, Mrs. McNay pursues all her aspi- stone! These gifts enable the Crum Library to purchase activities, volunteers are the lifeblood of the St. Francis what happens when you are rations with her trademark enthusiasm. One great books and technology to enrich the library’s existing col- community. Not only does volunteering allow parents to doing something you love and love is art, in which she minored during college. lection. Materials purchased with Library Club contribu- connect with other St. Francis community members, but enjoy. I am honored to have Over the years, she’s given art lessons to children tions are acknowledged with a special nameplate, which it also results in a much richer educational experience for 60 had the opportunity to work, and taken classes herself at local museums, as well includes the name of the honoree. To learn more about our students. To volunteer, contact Directors of Alumni Library Club or to make a donation, contact Director of and Parent Relations Anne Chisholm or Staci Thompson play, laugh, and learn at this as painted regularly in her husband’s art studio. And, of Library Services Melanie Wallace at 713.458.6127. at 713.458.6132. school for so many years.” course, she’s also mastered the incredible art of teaching. 28 29 Class of 2013 Class of 2013 High School Destinations Council Presidents and Awards

Asheville School Memorial High School Strake Jesuit College Preparatory Marisa Raquel Barrera Mariam Asiya Ahmad Michael Austin Boyd* Brent Campbell Bishop William Redmond Brueggeman* Council Presidents athletics Council Lily Ahrabi Matthew Lynn Duke Ethan Austin Lambright* Awty International School Gavin Watler Sultan N. Edlibi Natalie Grace Haas* Charles Perkins Moreton II* Chapel Council James Goettee Paulina Lelo de Larrea William Cole Jasper Makay Christensen Morris* fine Arts Council Brock Looser Rustin Rassoli* Nicholas Robert Leach Austin Cameron Paull* Student Council Joe Theriot Max Jeffrey Liggett Ian Robert Southwell national Junior Honor Society McCauley Reardon Cinco Ranch High School McCauley Grace Reardon* Joseph R. Theriot Wellness Council Harrison Weyel Klaus Andree Schoelman* Miranda Nicole Slaton Foster Edward Weyel Taylor Lyn Smith Harrison Church Weyel Episcopal High School Braden Jane Tellepsen* Lily Ahrabi* Tullis Cullen Thomas IV* Stratford High School Eighth-GradeAwards Nicole Alexa Bartuch* Alec J. Voss* Cody Nathaniel Minotti Bernice Ruczko Writing Award Catherine Gassiot Elizabeth Louise Bond* Kenneth Gavin Watler III Bonus Civis Award Klaus Schoelman Catherine Anne Cody George Cooper Wozencraft* The Hill School The Chisholm Award Sydney Welling Cameron Matthew Gray* Cecelia Louise Hada Community Outreach Award McKenna Dishongh Matthew Riley Leggett School of the Woods DAR Award Joe Theriot Andrew Ellis Leibman Talal Adam Barazi The Hotchkiss School distinguished Athlete Award Liz Entrekin wo eighth-grade students from the Class of 2013 were named Claudia Suzanne Tezel* Olivia Louise DiMichele Khalil Mack Ttop entering freshmen for the 2013-14 school year at their respec- Jamie Lynn Woolley* St. Agnes Academy Lead2Feed Project Award Taylor Bowers tive high schools. Joseph Theriot received the Strake Jesuit Ignatian McKenna Dishongh Roberta Cabezut The Kinkaid School Jeremy Mitschke Scholar Award, while Catherine Gassiot earned the St. Agnes Academy Houston Christian High School Anna Grace Demecs* Michael Patrick Blalock Jr. Charles Moreton Taylor Nicole Buchanan Stefanie Frances Faucher* James Price Goettee Anthony Nguyen Merit Scholarship. Both prestigious awards honor incoming freshman Cooper Hissom Budd* Catherine Boushall Gassiot* Elizabeth Brock Looser* Miranda Slaton with outstanding entrance exam scores, among other criteria. Ian Southwell Olivia Belle Christiansen* Jacqueline Elizabeth Heston* Oscar Mauricio Melendez Joe and Catherine received their awards at the 2013 St. Francis Mid- Leadership Award Ty Huggins Ellen Elizabeth Cook* Paulina Janet Leiva Benjamin William Padon Most Determined Award Foster Weyel dle School Recognition and Awards Assembly. Trip Norkus, academic Braden Cooper Hovermale Rebecca Scully* Dylan Jarrett Poynter* Harrison Weyel Emily Ann Jack Amir Reza Razavi assistant principal at Strake Jesuit, was on hand to present the Strake Nota Bene Award Liz Entrekin John Harold Krell* St. Andrew’s Episcopal School Jesuit award, as was St. Agnes Head of School Sister Jane Meyer, OP, st. Francis Award Olivia DiMichele Khalil Rahsaan Mack Sydney Katherine Gyenge* The Thacher School Matthew Leggett who awarded the St. Agnes Academy scholarship. Lauren Adele McGrath* Olutobi Samson Ayomide Oyinlola* St. Francis Performing Arts Award Brock Looser Dr. Lair remarked, “We are so very proud of Joe and Catherine Jeremiah Michael Mitschke* St. John’s School st. Francis Visual Arts Award Taylor Buchanan Andrew Alexander Pontikes Elizabeth Gay Entrekin* Westside High School and wish them the very best in their high school careers. I know that Justin Frederick Welling* McKenna Lynn Dishongh* the St. Francis commitment to academic excellence and faith-based Sydney Elyse Welling* St. Stephen’s Episcopal School values will serve as an invaluable foundation in their lives as people Jasmine Adaeze Maduafokwa* for others.” Incarnate Word Academy *Students completing the required number Grace Margaret O’Leary* St. Thomas High School of service hours during each of their years in Taylor D. Bowers Middle School are recognized as graduating James E. Taylor High School Powell Hunter Cutts “With Distinction.” Anthony Tran Nguyen Tyler Josiah Huggins* Baxter Reeves Jones* Jackson Wagner Kins Henry McClean Suman 60

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Nicole Ederle ’85 is married to Brendan Ederle and lives in Rob Chisholm ’90 lives in Houston with his wife, Jessica, and Chantelle Crosby ’92 just finished culinary school in New Blair Hix ’97 lives in Houston, where she works for Landry’s Houston. They have three children—Pierson, Cameron, their twin boys. They welcomed Audrey Camille on Feb- York City. She plans to return to Houston next fall. in marketing for their loyalty program. and Genevieve—who all attend St. Francis. This year ruary 1, 2013. Their sons, Carson and Blake, entered the Nicole is serving on the Parents Association board. Primary School at St. Francis in the fall of 2013. Kirby Barry ’92 and his wife Reagan Mabray Barry ’92 live in Joseph Jornayvaz ’97 works for Lockton Companies in Hous- Houston and welcomed their son, Asher Dean Barry, ton. He and Isla have a son, Joseph, who is one year old. Ashley Ruman von Eschenbach ’85 is married to Chris von Renee Marrou Huss ’90 lives in Houston with her husband, on April 4, 2013. Kirby and Reagan attended St. Francis Eschenbach and lives in Galveston. Ashley and Chris are Monte. Renee is a teacher at Askew Elementary. together from the time they were five years old until Rea- Charlotte Williams Norris ’97 and her husband, Jim, live in proud aunt and uncle to twenty-one nieces and nephews! gan left St. Francis in the sixth grade to attend Kinkaid. Houston, where she is a speech pathologist and a mom. Kara Stewart Trail ’90 currently runs her own photography She graduated from the University of Texas in 2000, and Their daughter, Lucy, began her first year as a student at Shelley Swift Lugon-Moulin ’85 lives in Switzerland where business, Miroma Photography, in Houston. She is mar- Kirby, who attended Episcopal High School, graduated St. Francis in the fall of 2013. she practices law for Ernest & Young. She and her hus- ried to Sam Trail ’88 and has two sons. from Texas A&M in 2000. They reconnected in 2004, and band, Julien, have two children, Noah (13) and Emilie (9). later married. Sofia Herrera Massey ’97 and Owen N. Massey ’97 received a bach- Allison Serafin ’90 was recently elected to a four-year term elor’s degree in journalism, with a business minor, from Joel Hollenbeck ’86 has worked in higher education pub- on the Nevada Board of Education. She also works as a David Wise ’92 lives in Houston with his wife, Stephanie. Texas A&M University in 2005. Owen completed a bach- lishing for the past sixteen years and is currently the Senior Research Associate at UNLV and supports the They have two children, Henry (6) and Sam (3). David elor’s in mechanical engineering, with a double minor in executive editor for finance and economics at John Wiley school district as a talent and instruction consultant. She works in commercial real estate development with Moody mathematics and natural sciences, at Southern Methodist and Sons Publishing in Hoboken, New Jersey. He and his recently ran into Kyle Messmand ’90 at a Rolling Stones con- Rambin. University, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta. He wife, Mariam, have three children, Madeleinne (10), cert in Las Vegas. Allison stated that he looks exactly the recently received an MBA from the Acton School of Busi- Aidan (7), and Clara (4). Joel still runs almost every day same, is married to a brilliant woman named Catherine, Christina Pickett Blackwell ’95 lives in Los Angeles, California, ness in Austin, Texas. Sofia and Owen met as students at and has fond memories of the St. Francis track and cross and has a one-year-old daughter named Peyton. with her husband, Bart. She is employed by City National St. Francis, and were married in 2007. They have two sons, country programs. Bank in the Real Estate Finance Department. North and Miles. North, the eldest, became a St. Francis Andrea Montgomery Stewart ’90 and her husband, Paul, Wolf in the Pre-Primary program this fall. Marcy Leisten ’87 is living in Denver, Colorado, where she welcomed their second son, Montgomery Jackson. Kirk Soodhalter ’95 lives in Linz, Austria. In 2012, he earned is a floral designer. She also is attending Metropolitan The Stewart family is still enjoying living in San Francisco. a Ph.D. in applied mathematics from Temple University. Stephanie Rose Hill Muhlbauer ’97 moved with her family to State University and was married in August of 2013. He now is an applied mathematics researcher at Johannes Kansas City in the middle of eighth grade. She completed Lee Zieben ’90 lives in Houston with his wife, Tricia, and Kepler University. He says hello to all St. Francis alumni! high school in Kansas City, and then graduated from Vir- Courtney Ruman Chisholm ’87 and Kelley Chisholm ’88 love living their daughter, Chloe, who is a student at St. Francis. He ginia Tech. She knew she wanted to leave Blacksburg to in the Texas Hill Country. Their three children, Kathryn is the founder and current president of AHG Properties, Jeffrey Wise ’95 and his wife, Brooke, live in Houston, where find the right job—which landed her right back here! She (10), Maggie (8), and John Kelley (7), attend Geneva an environmentally conscious multifamily development he works for Wise & Susong, LLC. and her husband, Kemp, are happy to call Houston home. School of Boerne. company with properties across Texas. Kristen Clark Nix ’96 and her husband, Lee, welcomed twin Cabell Walker-Wood ’97 married David Wood at St. Francis Laurel Tate Maccoy ’88 lives in Colorado where she owns the Elizabeth Rozell Borski ’91 lives in Houston, where she is an boys, Will and Hunter, at the end of August 2013, making Episcopal Church in August 2013. A St. Francis Alumni shoe store Two Sole Sisters with her sister Lindsey Tate ’91. account executive for Old Republic Title. She and her their son, Ryan, a big brother. Board member, she works for Crime Stoppers of Houston She is married to Izzy MacCoy and they have one son, husband, Joey, have two children, Annie (5) and Blake (4). as their director of development. Wyatt Tate-MacCoy (7). Laurel and her family are raising Ryan Bergeron ’97 lives in Houston, where he works as a backyard chickens this year and are looking forward to Callie Parker Bradford ’91 lives in Houston and is working private wealth advisor for Northern Trust. Ryan Fontaine ’98 is in his fifth year as the The Kinkaid having fresh eggs in the fall. They now have four chickens at Andrews Kruth LLP, where she began her career after School’s head wrestling coach. He also coaches boys’ and three cats in their menagerie! graduating from The University of Texas School of Law. Katie Leonard Forney ’97 now lives in Houston with her volleyball in the fall and lacrosse in the spring. She married Kyle Bradford on September 14, 2013, in husband, Johnny. They have two children, Charlie (4) Caroline Bruckner ’89 and her husband, Tom Rust, welcomed Napa, California. Her sister and St. Francis alumna, Amy and William (3). Jamie Hibbert ’98 lives in Houston, where he is in oil and gas their first child, Georgeanne Bettine Bruckner-Rust, on Parker Beeson ’94, was her matron of honor. Other class- banking with Texas Capital Bank. December 21, 2012. Caroline is currently the General Counsel mates, Elizabeth Rozell Borske ’91 and Kara Murdy Hillard ’91, Christie Peeler Garella ’97 lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, to the Small Business Committee of the US Senate. were there to help them celebrate the big day! with her husband, Kiel. They met while students at Tess Massey ’98 lives in Austin, Texas. She is employed with Sewanee and were married there in October 2011. McGarrah Jessee as an advertising account executive. Jana Goodell ’89 recently moved to Huntington Beach, Courtney Gentry Rangel ’91 and her husband, Jaimie, are liv- Christie does freelance public relations and is involved California from San Diego. She is now an account director ing in Corpus Christi, where he practices law. They have with community service through Junior League. Monica Urquidi Palandjoglou ’98 is married to Ianni for Ocean Media. two children, Harper (4) and Georgia (2). Palandjoglou and lives in Houston. They have two children, Costas (2) and Mila (1). 32 33 Lauren Schall Rhea ’99 and her husband, Copeland, live in Michelle Metzger ’01 lives in Houston. She is the marketing Allison Asarch ’09 won the Award for Excellence in the Blake Henningsen ’09 attended Episcopal High School. He Washington, D.C., where she works in sales with Carines coordinator for Smart 911. study of Music at Episcopal High School. She was also a was awarded Defensive Player of the Year by the Houston Bridal Atelier. member of the Admissions Club. She served on the Arts Touchdown Club. He was All SPC and also Varsity MVP. Brooke Relyea ’01 recently graduated from Southern Leadership Board and received numerous other awards As a linebacker, he set the program record with 184 career Cauley Cullom Snoddy ’98 is married to Craig Whitson Methodist University School of Law. She is employed by for her musical talent. tackles. During his senior year, Blake posted 81 tackles— Snoddy. They live in Houston and have one child, Cullom Bracewell and Giuliani in the commercial litigation group. 12 for losses—to go with 4 sacks. Snoddy (5). Katie Butler ’09 was named to first chair in the alto section Ginny Blecher French ’02 was married June 15, 2013, to Walker for State Choir. She was a member of the distinguished John Melody ’09 was named Varsity Baseball MVP at Episco- Samantha Speakmon ’05 graduated from The University of French at Second Baptist Church, Houston, Texas. Ginny St. Agnes Strake Triple Trio. She was active in student pal High School. He graduated cum laude and received a Texas McCombs School of Business with a degree in currently works for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD as an elemen- council and acted in many drama productions while in scholarship to play baseball at Dartmouth. finance and business honors in the spring of 2013. She tary school speech pathologist. high school. She also was awarded the E. Thayne Tolle began law school at the University of Texas in the fall. Music Scholarship from the Texas Private School Music Pierce Pontikes ’09 graduated from Strake Jesuit and is play- Alex Hutchens ’03 lives in Atlanta, Georgia, where she is Educators Association. ing baseball at Trinity University on scholarship. Dane Webb ’98 graduated from Texas A&M in 2006 with a employed by B Public Relations. degree in business economics. After a short stint in the Kacey Clemens ’09 graduated from Memorial High School. Abigail Porter ’09 attended Episcopal High School. While investment banking world, he joined Raymond James and Taylor Weaver ’03 lives in Houston, where he works in com- He received a scholarship to play baseball for The Univer- there she was an AP Scholar, National Merit finalist, and Associates, Houston, as a financial advisor. In May 2011, mercial real estate with Cresca. Taylor graduated from sity of Texas. salutatorian of her class. She was recognized as the he married his college sweetheart, Erin Elizabeth Molaison. Millsaps College in 2011. Outstanding Female Student. She also won awards for Matt Ellis ’09 graduated from The Kinkaid School and excellence in the studies of English, history and social Caroline Dudley Bean ’99 is married to Andrew Bean ’00 and Elizabeth Muncey ’04 has been offered a fantastic position received a football scholarship from Rhodes College. science, religion, and publications. lives in Houston. She is a real estate agent for Greenwood with a marketing agency and has moved to Santa Monica, King Properties. California, to pursue her career and live her dream! Tess Gee ’09 graduated from St. Agnes Academy, where she Edie Powers ’09 graduated cum laude from The Kinkaid received their highest award, the Veritas Award. She also School. She was a counselor at Camp Mystic this summer Anne Louise Conway ’99 lives in Houston and works in com- Liz Roberts ’04 graduated from Texas A&M University in won the Leader Award and served as class president. and now attends Vanderbilt University. mercial business development for Old Republic Title. May 2012, with a double major in business honors and finance. She is employed by Chevron and works in their Lauren Graham ’09 graduated from Episcopal High School. Abigail Roberts ’09 graduated from Episcopal High School. Whitney Walker Crenshaw ’99 married Clark Crenshaw in corporate headquarters in San Ramon, California. She received a scholarship to play field hockey at She now is enrolled in the Business Honors Program at July 2012. They returned to Houston, are busy with a Wake Forest. Texas A&M University. start-up business, and are enjoying catching up with old Katie Sales ’05 will graduate from The University of Texas friends. Whitney is editor of The Scout Guide Houston. in December of 2013. She plans to return to Houston and Charlie Giammalva ’09 won the Award for Excellence in the Kristen Waheed ’09 received the Head of School Award at pursue a career as an elementary school teacher. Study of Science at Episcopal High School and gradu- Episcopal High. She was also a National Merit Scholar Shea Henry ’99 lives in Houston where she practices law. ated summa cum laude. He was awarded a scholarship to and graduated summa cum laude. Andrew Jones ’06 is a junior at the University of Richmond attend the University of Texas School of Engineering. Ashley Forgason Willis ’99 and her husband, Bo, now live and is pursuing an American studies major and a history Larry Wilkins ’09 graduated from the The Kinkaid School. in Houston. Ashley is employed by Margaret Rotan minor. He gives weekly tours to prospective students and Mason Hale ’09 was named MVP for the Episcopal High He received a scholarship from The University of Texas– Photography. is a three-year blogger for the admission office student School wrestling team. He also graduated cum laude. Dallas to play basketball. blog page called “Spider Diaries.” Jenny Pickett ’00 lives in Houston, Texas. She is currently working as a paralegal. Ashley Brown ’08 and Calhan Hale ’08 went on a mission trip to Africa during the summer of 2013. The focus of this trip Lauren CLark Snyder ’00 and Worth ’91 Snyder were married on was aid to children. September 8, 2012, in Malibu, California, at Gulls Way. They welcomed their daughter, Sheridan Kate, on Octo- Christina Eickenroht ’08 had a wonderful freshman year at ber 1, 2013. Georgetown. She was lucky to have taken a selective class taught by the college president. She was also accepted Matt Cire ’01 graduated from the University of Texas in 2010. into the prestigious Carroll Fellows Program that works to He now attends South Texas School of Law in Houston. train future leaders. 34 35 class of 2009 College Destinations

Raleigh Wooldridge ’09 graduated magna cum laude from he participated in the First Presbyterian summer mission American University Lynn University Trinity University University of Texas Episcopal High School. He was named Outstanding Male trip to the Dominican Republic, where he helped in nurs- Aida Barakat ’09 Monica Alsonso ’09 Pierce Pontikes ’09 Maryam Amjadi ’09 Student, received the Wellness Award, and was president ing homes and orphanages. Lawton Anderson ’09 of the Admissions Club and the Astronomy Club. He also Auburn University Miami University—Ohio Tulane University Haley Beggins ’09 served as a mentor to freshmen students. Emily Detiveaux ’11 attends Houston Christian High School, Belle Brennan ’09 Jennifer Jenkins ’09 Evangeline DiMichele ’09 Hughes Brown ’09 where she was inducted into the National Honor Society. Isabel Bujosa ’09 James Case ’09 Anna Bailey ’10 serves as vice president of the Episcopal She is in the Distinguished Scholar Program and was Northeastern University University of Denver Kacy Clemens ’09 High School Student Council for the 2013–14 school year. named Most Outstanding Sophomore. She plays varsity Baylor University Jack Detiveaux ’09 Rachel Franz ’09 Caroline Doyle ’09 She is also a varsity cheerleader. soccer and varsity lacrosse, and was awarded All-Zone in Amber Ainsworth ’09 Tyler Fleming ’09 SPC for both sports. Zach Maxwell ’09 Oklahoma State University University of Georgia Tess Gee ’09 Sheldon Gray ’10 and Davis Gray ’10 both attend Strake Jesuit Annie Schwing ’09 Robert McPherson ’09 Walker Kane ’09 Charlie Giammalva ’09 Preparatory. During the summer of 2013 they participated Amir Taghizadeh ’11 will be presenting his Spring–Summer Sam Shutts ’09 Lauren Gray ’09 in the First Presbyterian mission trip to the Domini- 2014 Collection at Fashion Houston in November 2013. Colin Waters ’09 Otterbein University University of Houston Mason Hale ’09 can Republic, where they helped in nursing homes and He interned this summer with Oscar de la Renta for one Allison Asarch ’09 Juan Fidalgo ’09 Natalie Hamouie ’09 orphanages. month in New York. He learned a lot and even designed a Belmont College Ben Harkrider ’09 little for them. He’s been invited to return next summer. Luke Levenson ’09 Rhodes College University of Kansas Adrianne Leibman ’09 Abigail Henningsen ’10 is a varsity cheerleader at Episcopal Katie Butler ’09 Leslie Lamoreaux ’09 Allyson Poujol ’09 High School. She won the Sportsmanship Award for the Amanda Thompson ’11 served as Vice President of the Carnegie Mellon University Matt Ellis ’09 Kaitlin Schwarz ’09 girls’ varsity golf team. Abigail was also president of sophomore class at Houston Christian High School. Didi Oyinlola ’09 University of Mississippi Kristen Waheed ’09 Troops for Troops and the Chapel Committee. She is a member of Passport to Lead and the choir, and Santa Clara University Rachel Berry ’09 Harrison West ’09 performed in the The Wizard of Oz. She was named Most Columbia University Megan Pearson ’09 Hannah Pickett ’09 Raleigh Wooldridge ’09 Kaitlin Karcher ’10 is a member of St. Agnes Academy’s Outstanding Drama I student. Abby Porter ’09 National Honor Society and Science National Honor Texas A&M University University of North Texas University of Texas at Dallas Society. She serves as a campus minister and is on the Colin McGrath ’11 starred as Oz in the Houston Christian Dartmouth College Michael Kolandjian ‘09 Madison Whittington ’09 Larry Wilkins ’09 Dominican Preaching Team. She was awarded All-Amer- production of The Wizard of Oz. He won the Most Out- John Melody ’09 Gavin Lohman ’09 ican Dancer and is a colonel of the Tiger Girls for the standing Spanish 3 award. Marilyn Lovell ’09 University of San Diego University of Wisconsin 2013–14 school year. George Washington University Kelsey McArdle ’09 Paige Needles ’09 Tom Chapman ’09 Claudia Waters ’11 is a cheerleader at Houston Christian David Tate Foor ’09 Andrew McCleary ’09 Marisol Leiva ’10 is involved with student council and is the High School. Dylan Hunt ’09 Cole Mooney ’09 University of South Carolina Vanderbilt University president and founder of the Youth of Latin Origin Club Katlin Mooney ’09 Mitchell Burke ’09 Emily Entrekin ’09 at St. Agnes Academy. During the summer of 2013 she Rebecca Biestek ’12 attends Stratford High School, where Gettysburg University Abigail Roberts ’09 Emily Pollak ’09 Taylor Gutierrez ’09 volunteered at Westview School. She also was voted to be she is on the yearbook staff as a photographer. Ivan Morris ’09 Edie Powers ’09 a cheer captain for St. Thomas High School. Texas Christian University University of St. Andrews Caddie Dull ’12 attends Memorial High School. She was Lamar University Katherine Helms ’09 Hannaka Spillman ’09 Wake Forest University Madison Tebo ’10 is an honor student at The Tenney School. named freshman MVP, lettered in swimming, and is on Nick Rasa ’09 Blake Henningsen ’09 Lindsay Graham ’09 She serves on the Student Council and writes for the the honor roll. Megan Jamieson ’09 University of St. Edwards Cole Medrano ’09 school newspaper. She also volunteers for “Dec My Los Angeles Community Kennedy Krist ’09 Lars Runsbeck ’09 Room,” a charity that decorates hospital rooms for chil- Katie Newsom ’12 was inducted into Thespians at Stratford College Blair Tyson ’09 dren facing long hospitalizations. High School. She won Best in Cast award in UIL one act Caroline Leggett ’09 Cole Mueller ’09 play for Zone 1, and will be on the yearbook staff as a Reed Schnake ’09 Leah Thomas ’10 attends Memorial High School. She is a writer. She also medaled in solo and ensemble com- member of Business Professions of America and of the petition for choir. Academy of Finance; she also is a student mentor. Leah is very active in theater and performed in the spring musi- Mary Kate Scurlock ’12 made JV Cheerleader at Stratford. She also medaled in UIL solo cal, South Pacific. If you have alumni news to share, please e-mail it to Director of Alumni and Parent Relations and ensemble for choir. Robert Brown ’11 attends Strake Jesuit Preparatory, where Anne Chisholm at [email protected] or call her at 713.458.6141. he is an honor student and plays on the golf team. In 2013 36 37 60

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