St. Joseph Montessori School Class of 2014

St. Joseph Montessori School Graduation Supplement

Class of 2014

Charles Clayton Paul Hensley Robert Faller Benjamin Ingraham Dwyer John Faller Maxi Nelson Luke Flynn Isabella Reardon Sidney Flynn Katie Reed Olivia French Anna Shuff Chloe Haydel-Brown Ryan Spoon 2 Graduation Supplement

Charles Clayton A Poem from Roxanne One half score and two years ago, a band of preschoolers helped our school grow.

kind, all wonderful traits that God With each new year High School has embedded in you. These are they would learn and play, the traits that not only make you and enjoy the cupcakes equipped for high school but will St. Francis DeSales from each birthday. High School also take you far in life. Our wish for you is to continue Friendships for life to discover who you are, embrace were made at fi rst look, your great qualities and be remind- and will be continued ed of them regularly as you travel with Instagram and Facebook. new pathways. You will have all new routines, new teachers, new The level of classwork activities, and new friends and could throw you out of whack. what has gotten you this far will But your weekly planner also carry you one – your belief helped keep you on track. in God, your commitment to your Christian faith and your love for family and others. With all your talents you all will go far. Time does not permit us to articu- As teachers, and senators, late just how proud we are of you and basketball stars. and the terrifi c young man you Dear Charles, are becoming because we could It has been an honor go on forever. But just know that and never a chore. Here you are…achieving yet another you are a joy for us to parent and Good luck to the Class of important milestone in life…graduat- we are looking forward to going 20-10-4. ing from St. Joseph Montessori School on this next phase of the journey with you. Believe in God; believe and heading off to high school. How #rememberthepast time fl ies! in yourself; and always know that we are there to support and guide #cherishtoday you along the way. #enjoythefuture It is a true joy to watch you grow, not #friendswewillstay just physically but emotionally, spiri- tually, and academically, too. You are Congratulations, our dear son. bright, respectful, caring, humble, and Mom and Dad St. Joseph Montessori School 3

High School Maxi Nelson Grandview High School

Dear Maxi,! ! preschool, you painted your bird house are and what you want. It’s great be- orange when everyone else painted ing your parents. You are special! Such To our awesome girl: You have been theirs brown (love that about you). a unique ﬂ ower. We are very lucky to doing things your own unique way You have done some amazing things have such a great daughter. We can’t since you were born. So independent, in your short life and really been true wait to see what comes next!!! so strong and sure of yourself. You to yourself. You live life to your own developed your sense of humor early beat! We’ve watched you carve your Love you!! on, always keeping things lively. In own path. You know exactly who you Mom & Dad Dear Katie, We can hardly imagine that it’s time for you to graduate from SJMS. Though it’s High School Katie been eleven years since you started in Hilliard Bradley High School Children’s house, you’ve been coming to SJMS since you were only a few weeks Reed old.

You’re a good friend and a helpful, com- passionate teenager. Your adventurous spirit has led to many exciting activities. We’re glad that you’re not afraid to try new things. We hope you never lose that desire to explore -- except for the times that it leads to stitches.

Academically, we have watched you excel in math and science, and push yourself in the areas that are more challenging. Your teachers have given you many tools to do well in high school, remember their lessons. Ask for help when you need it.

We can’t wait to see what you do next! Love, Mom, Dad, and Anna 4 Graduation Supplement

school. New friendships were made with Erdkinder students who in- John vited you to the movies and skiing adventures at Mad River. At lunch Faller time, recess dodge ball reigned with the creed of if you don’t want to get hit consider an alternative activity. Through 5th grade peanut butter and High School grape jelly was the lunch of choice. The Wellington School In art class, Roxanne answered the call to assist with painting sport team emblems.

Annual interest fairs developed your handled assignments and test prepa- fascination with history as you re- ration this past school year. Thanks Dear John, searched events like Pearl Harbor, for ensuring that academics and Hiroshima, and lastly Iwo Jima. friendships play an important part of The time has arrived to graduate your life along with basketball. from St. Joseph Montessori School; After 6th grade, you accepted a nom- Congratulations. ination to attend a leadership confer- We hope the 2014 Graduation Sup- ence in Washington D.C. You took plement will be a keepsake and serve You were a proud member of Chil- advantage of the opportunity to make as a reminder to stay in touch with dren’s House on High Street with friends and discover some of our na- your fellow graduates. highlights being the walks along High tion’s landmarks. Street, birthday celebrations, and ex- With love, cursions to the main school. Winter As you matured, you participated Mary Finnegan, Carl Faller, and Car- Festival was an annual event not to in extracurricular activities such as olyn (SJMS Class of 2011) be missed. In those days, you often Band, Game Club, and Power of the preferred to travel by COTA bus. Pen. You have fond memories of fos- You faithfully attended Gallery Hop sil hunting, visiting nature centers events to meet and be entertained by and traveling to Gettysburg. For us Erdkinder students with Alex Powers the highlight in 7th grade was Seussi- as a favorite. cal the Musical. We were entertained with many stories from car pool. You navigated your early years in primary favoring baseball team t-shirts In this letter we want to acknowledge to assist with name recognition. By the compliments about you as a per- third grade you were being asked to son we have received from teachers assist others to ensure success of the and principals on several occasions. Montessori classroom. You were an We also recognize your humor, com- active member of the Project Care passion and empathy which will Club, and visiting the Cincinnati Zoo serve you well in the years ahead. was a highlight. You also were a re- spected expert in all of the drills re- We know your intelligence, back- quired by the State of Ohio. ground and Montessori training will serve you well in 9th grade. We are For 4th grade, you welcomed the op- most proud of your organizational portunity to go “upstairs” to middle skills and diligence in how you have St. Joseph Montessori School 5 Robert In Primary, you were very proud to show us the Montessori educational Faller materials, in particular the ones related to math. By third grade you were developing a sense of humor mimick- High School ing adult behavior particularly when The Wellington School it related to discipline. We knew by then you were comfortable and well adjusted. Dear Bob, In Middle School, you took up the Eleven years ago you walked into the trombone and benefi tted from the as- Children’s House classroom on High sistance of your sister. Friendships cling and participating in Battle of Street with Sandy and Janette there with Erdkinder kids were developed. the Books. to greet you. You were amazed to see Empathy became a developed trait. all of the activities and other kids. Hunting for fossils with your class- Academically our cherished memory You often arrived by COTA bus, ne- mates at Cesar Creek State Park is your selection of the “Children’s gotiated trips to the dollar store and was a favorite activity. You made us March” led by Dr. Martin Luther wore white sneakers to assist with proud by recollecting the Civil War King in Birmingham, AL. This hap- your identity. Pumpkin patch trips event known as the Andrew’s Raid. pened because you selected a video are a fond memory. You also enjoyed You were also selected to participate at random off the shelves in Middle visits by Robert the librarian. Gallery in a leadership conference in Wash- School during a free moment. We are Hop babysitting events were not to ington D.C. after 6th grade where proud you followed through on your be missed with Alex Powers as one you developed friendships all over curiosity. of your favorite Erdkinder students. the country. Welcome to high school. You leave Recess became an important time SJMS well prepared, confi dent, and to organize and keep going the ever mature. You have earned the respect present football game. You were hap- and confi dence of your peers, teach- py being quarterback and worked to ers, and administrators. Your intel- keep everybody happy by distribut- ligence, personality and disposition ing your passes. will serve you well. You graduate with a special group of classmates You showed your appreciation for whom we trust you will hold in high Roxanne by becoming an enthusias- regard and remember fondly. tic member of Scrap Rap and Paint Club. Keep up the good work and enjoy the game of basketball. For 7th grade, the highlight was Seussical the Musical. Close your With love, eyes and remember the welcome en- Mary Finnegan. Carl Faller, and Car- tering the lunchroom after the school olyn (SJMS Class of 2011) performance. You have always been a welcome Grandparent’s Day host and a smiling greeter in carpool for all children. Other 7th grade activities included volunteering for recy- 6 Graduation Supplement Olivia From your younger sister Madeline, From my fi rst year at SJMS, you have been guiding me through what I should do, you help me with everything from whether I should bring a French lunch to the fi rst day of school to helping me with homework. This letter would be too long if I were to write down everything you have done for me, or what you will do. So I will just say thank you and good luck at High School Bishop Ready High School. Bishop Ready High School Love, Madeline

Olivia, When you were born, I was so emo- tional that I was afraid to pick you up! I couldn’t believe that you were mine. We spent a lot of time watching Sponge Bob together!

Then it was time for you to go to preschool and I was so scared. But everything was ﬁ ne.

When I had my stroke, you and Olivia- Madeline were all I could think families and know the relationships you about. I just wanted to get better for Congratulations on graduating from have made here will last a lifetime. you! St. Joseph Montessori School! I am so You are an inspiration of intelligence, proud of the young woman you have Then, onto St. Joe’s and the birth- become and so grateful for the positive beauty and grace. Your mindfulness today pizza parties began! Time has impact of SJMS in your life. wards others, your keen ability to em- pathize, and your gentle sense of pres- gone so fast. I cannot believe it’s Bishop Ready and your future class- ence create the unique young lady we time for you to go to high school! mates have much to look forward to are all so lucky to have in our lives. with you in their midst. The basic val- I will always love the bike rides we ues instilled at St. Joseph Montessori From your quiet, sharp sense of humor take, the weekends you stay, amuse- School are a blessing in our lives. You to your authenticity with your friends ment parks and water parks… I are living proof of these values, start- and loved ones, your presence brings loved riding with you. ing with the unique, loving environ- love and light into the world. Your kindness and strength are unwavering. ment fostered by Miss Carolyn and I know you are ready. Bishop Ready Miss Consuelo in Children’s House here you come! You will do great! 2 and built upon each year with each You are an amazing person and I love I love you! new teacher and class dynamic. I am you. Thank you for being who you are. grateful for your friends and their Dad Love always, Mom St. Joseph Montessori School 7

you back at St. Joe’s. We were wor- encouraging you and supporting you ried though that it might be diffi cult not only in band, but also in your in- Anna to convince you. The day you came terest in musical theater. And fi nally for your visit in P1, I walked in to a book club, something you had long pick you up and there you stood at hoped for, was formed by Annie, mak- Shuff the door with Diane, proudly hold- ing your 8th grade year even better. ing a model of the Earth that you had made that morning and excit- Making a decision to pursue a nontra- High School edly pointing out the layers of Earth. ditional education took a leap of faith, Columbus Academy On the drive home, you talked ex- but we are so glad that this is what we citedly about all you had done. You chose for you. Your creativity, interests couldn’t wait to return to St. Joe. and learning style have been supported and encouraged throughout your years Your years in Primary 1 with Dawn, at SJMS. The staff and students have Diane, Laura and Sally were a won- accepted you for who you are and they derful experience for you. Your value your unique personality. interest in writing was strongly encouraged by Dawn and she helped We are so proud of you Anna! You you to develop into the writer that are a beautiful, loving, creative, and you are today. Your Middle School caring girl who passionately pursues years with Bill, Karla, Susan and your interests. We love your curious Nancy continued to teach you inde- nature and your self-directed pursuit pendence in completing your plans. of knowledge. Your willingness to It took Susan a while to convince you step out of your comfort zone to try that Math was not so bad of a subject new things inspires us and will serve and to get you moved away from the you well throughout life. We feel so classroom library bookshelf. Your blessed to be your parents and are ex- favorite place in the Middle School cited for you as you are ready to begin Dear Anna, classroom was a chair (which is no your high school experience at Colum- longer there, perhaps due to you) bus Academy. It is so hard to believe that you will beside the bookshelf. You would soon be starting high school. We can spend all of your free time, and We love you so much, remember your fi rst day at SJMS in some of your work time, reading Mom and Dad Children’s House 1 with Noreen and there with easy access to all of the Marsha. You were so excited and ea- books. Nancy mentioned that you ger to start school. Each day when you were a helpful librarian too, as when would come home we would ask what students would come to look for a you did and you would reply, “I did my book, you always had a recommen- work.” You loved all of your work in dation for them. Children’s House and learned so much while having fun. On Parent Educa- Erdkinder with Laura and Michael tion Night we couldn’t wait to see was a great support and provided what “your work” was. Your favorite you with a nice transition to a more work was washing a rock. We were traditional education approach, in- impressed by all of the steps you care- cluding homework and time man- fully followed to complete this task. agement outside of the classroom. Your time in special subjects with Our plan had always been for you to Marty, Roxanne, Samary, and Cathy attend our local school after preschool helped you to develop into the well and you did for a couple of years, but rounded person you are today. A by second grade we knew we wanted special thank you goes to Sandra for 8 Graduation Supplement

in the 6th grade!! Next came Pri- mary 2 with Kathy and Michelle and High School Ryan even more was expected of you. You participated in Project Care Kids and Bishop Ready learned to give of yourself to help High School other people. We remember we strug- Spoon gled a bit with you getting your work done because you were so “social”. There was one last “melt down” epi- sode where Bill from Middle School had to comfort you, but from then on, it was always easy to drop you off for the day. We made it through and next came Middle School with Bill, Susan, Karla, and Nancy. Forgive us if all we can remember are those dreaded math word problems!!! You stayed in at recess and Mom stayed after school to get them done! The summer from 6th to 7th grade was an incredible physical transformation and you quickly became very inde- Our Sweet Ryan, pendent with your work in Erdkind- er. The fi rst year you didn’t seem to Wow! We can’t believe we are here understand the importance of your at your 8th grade graduation al- planner, but in 8th grade, you have ready! What an awesome journey excelled at keeping track and com- it has been at St. Joseph Montessori pleting your work independently. We School. Like many others, you were love that Michael has sparked an in- such a timid little guy when we fi rst terest in history and theology in you dropped you off to Noreen and Mar- and that Laura has challenged you in sha in Children’s House 1. But very math and science. Along the way you quickly you came to love it there and discovered football with the DFL in didn’t want to leave when we came 6th grade and the Western Irish in 7th to pick you up. Some special memo- and 8th grade. You worked hard to ries of CH 1 include Harrison’s mom balance your academics with sports greeting you at the door every day which will serve you well in high and helping you to feel comfortable, school. We are very thankful for you being responsible to change your your faith web at church and you’re own clothes in the event of an “ac- your involvement in Adventure Club, cident” and both Noreen and Marsha Faith Trek, and Explorers over the caring for you like their own when years. Thank you for being such an you were sick. Oh, then there was amazing son. We are so very proud the time you got stung by bees 6 of you and look forward to the next times while playing in the bushes on step of your journey…high school at the playground! That was the fi rst of Bishop Ready! many minor injury “incident reports” sent home by the school nurse, in- With all our love, cluding being bit by 2 different girls Mom and Dad St. Joseph Montessori School 9

and how to tackle. I had no idea that we High School Paul would spend numerous weekends on the St. Charles road watching you play Soccer. It took me Preparatory School sometime to learn the sport but we love Hensley watching you play. By now you realize that you will never be the biggest player Paul, on the fi eld but you have never let that stop you. Always remember to hustle, listen to On November 2, 1999 at 12:20pm you en- your coaches, be willing to learn to play tered this world as a 6 pound baby. This more than one position (this increases the day was fi lled with a tremendous amount likelihood that there will be a place for you of happiness and joy for your entire fam- on the fi eld) demonstrate good sportsman- ily. Not only were you our fi rst (and only) ship, be gracious in winning as well as de- child, you were the fi rst grandchild on ei- feat. Be sure that you learn from both. ther side of the family, and now the “little cousin” to Keeli, Wesley and Chris. We are so proud of you for making the ad- justment from CMEC to St. Joseph Mon- At three years of age, we learned that God tessori where mom attended school from had blessed you with the gift of a musical Children’s House to 9th Grade. While we ear. It was while sitting in the family room were initially concerned about the transi- that you played the fi rst verse of Ode To tion socially, it was evident that reconnect- Joy on the little piano that Auntie & Uncle ing with your buddy Michael Weaver and Jeff purchased as a Christmas Gift. We making new friends helped you to make couldn’t fi gure out where you learned that a smooth transition. Academically, both song. After much thought, we fi nally real- Laura and Michael raised expectations and ized that this was one of the songs on the challenged you to not only meet but to ex- CD that we played when we put you to bed ceed those expectations. They understood each evening. In an effort to build upon that if you were going to succeed at the this gift, you began Piano Lessons with next level, you were going to need to put Ms. Popper and shortly there after, drum forth much greater effort on a consistent lessons with Mr. Parish. While the recit- basis. You have done this and again, we als had many memorable moments, what are very proud of you. is most memorable to us are the conversations we had with your Music Teachers. It’s hard to believe but you are now an They practically begged us to make certain 8th grader and the “big cousin” to McK- that you played the music as written rather enna, Ethan and Evan. Remember to al- than improvise. As time moved on, your ways set a good example for them because Music Teachers made deals with you. The they all look up to you. Lastly, in a few deal was if you played the music as written short months, you will follow dad’s foot- during your lesson, you were allowed to steps and enter your Freshman Year at St. “do your own thing” during the fi nal 5-10 Charles. As you already know, you will minutes of class. This gift coupled with be constantly challenged by the rigorous the training that you received from Ms. curriculum. Keep in mind that if you do Popper, Mr. Parish and the talented Musi- your part and remain Prayerful, The Lord cians that you met over the years at The will make possible things that may seem Lincoln Theatre has resulted in you play- impossible to you and I. This is something ing in Church, G Worthies, The Creekside that you must be mindful of not only dur- Festival and The Jazz & Rib Fest. Keep up ing your time at St. Charles Preparatory the good work. School, but also throughout your life.

I tell everyone that God has a sense of Remember, no matter how old you are, you humor. When you were born, I just knew will always be mommy’s baby and daddy’s you were going to follow in my footsteps little man. by playing Football and running Track. I planned to teach you how to take a hand We love you. Mom and Dad off, how to read your blocks, how to catch 10 Graduation Supplement Ben Ingraham-Dwyer panding. Now you are the oldest student at High School school, but not for long! Bishop Hartley High School Welcoming a baby sister… you were so ex- Dear Ben, cited about getting a baby sister; there were kids your age to play with at Janelle’s fos- We are proud of you, and we cherish you. ter home, but you were mostly interested in It has been a lot of fun to watch you grow, Janelle. The fi rst time you visited her, that and a big honor to be part of it. We cher- night you told Papa “I love my baby sister.” ish you even when we are rolling our eyes, Later, when she came home, believe it or or yelling, or having long conversations out not, she wasn’t a very smiley baby at fi rst. of earshot of you and your sister. We honor You were the fi rst one to get her to smile and your fi rst parents, who brought such a re- laugh; you spent so much time and so much markable young man into the world and who care with her. entrusted us with your care. We honor God who has given us countless blessings in you Gumpy, and Aunt Susy, and all your aunts and in the people and situations around you, and uncles and cousins. Thomas the Dog, from your classmates, to your lifelong friend and Baby Buck (a gift from your cousin and her family, so dear to us, to all the kind Luke). Your godparents Becky and Albert. all eyes on you on the dance fl oor and all strangers who have ever said a nice word to Moxie, and Rocky, and Didymus, and Hum- hearts toward you as a peacemaker. We envi- us about you, whether it be about your cutes, bean. sion your quiet hours, much time for yourself or your good manners, or your speed on the to refl ect and process and just be. Take the track. There is so much we would not have Clarinet, and disco music, and Just Dance, time to just be, no matter how busy things experienced – so much that the world would and concocting entire universes with your get. But don’t take all the time in hanging not have experienced – if not for you. friends on the weekends, and almost always out. Work hard, play hard, be kind, and never getting your Mathletics and challenge ques- lose sight of your capacity, or of the love and One evening this spring we sat over spaghetti tions in by Sunday night. support that fl ow all around you and make dinner and tried to capture what is important, that capacity bigger and wider every day. Be and interesting, and memorable about you. Omelettes, and spaghetti with veggie sau- open to people and love them. And we only scratched the surface. Being sages, and quesadillas, and scrambled eggs. adopted, having your own unique heritage, You are poised and confi dent in the kitchen. It’s been a lot of fun so far, and your Hartley growing up in an interracial family (remem- I can imagine you in college, feeding all your years will be the next level of awesome. We ber all the years of IFIF and all the friends friends in return for them driving you around are so fortunate and happy to be a part of this you made?), dance and music, always mu- or something. Even if you didn’t have such and to watch you grow and become the total sic, and many years of tap dance, and maps a friendly, laid-back and kind personality, ev- Ben Ingraham Dwyer. Congratulations on and trains and dolphins. Ocean City and the eryone would love you just because you are 11 great years at St. Joseph, and onward to all beach, and Racine and the secret beach, and a good cook! that awaits you in high school and beyond. Ma & Granddad’s house and exploring in the Look for God in everyone and everything, park. Moving to our new house and getting We are excited to learn what comes next, and and God will be near to you. We love you your own room all to yourself. next, and after that. We envision you down very much. the road as a track star, a writer, a chef, with Going to storytime with Morgan at the Main Love, Mom & Dad (AKA Mama & Papa) Library, and then attending Book Trek at Northwest Library with “Mr. Moose”, who became your favorite babysitter and you would make her read the longest story in your book of Greek mythology.

Eleven years at SJMS! You made so many friends over the years and learned and grew so much. Can you remember being in Chil- dren’s House 3 with Emily and Janet? It seems a lifetime ago and, really, it is! From your 3rd year rafting trip to the 7th year class trip to Gettysburg, school has been about exploring and learning and growing, and ex- St. Joseph Montessori School 11 Chloe Haydel-Brown High School Thomas Worthington big couch (thank you, Diane and High School Dawn!) There are so many memories it would be impossible to list Dear Chloe, them all—among them, the pink tower, Scooter Town and Capture It’s been so bittersweet to walk the Flag in Marty’s gym class, the through the halls of SJMS this year cloakroom in P1, your dollhouse and know that it is your last year— for Interest Fair, Project Vaquita!, your last Cookies and Carols, your your ﬁ eld trip to the zoo, Seussical last Winter Festival, your last In- the Musical!, the ERD class trip— terest Fair, your last Techno Trek, but you will hold them all with you your last Talent Show. You have as you continue on into high school, been at SJMS for all but one of your staying in touch with your class- years of school and so many of our mates from St. Joe’s as you move memories of you growing up have into a larger world, meeting many been at SJMS and with your friends new friends and encountering new from St. Joe’s. It has been such a experiences. loving and supportive place for you to grow from a toddler to a young In so many ways we could already woman. see your personality emerging when you started at age 3, and now, We remember when we took you to at almost 14, we can see the adult your ﬁ rst day in Children’s House you are becoming. You are a strong 4 with Miss Penny and Miss Carol. person who has experienced chal- You were a chubby three-year-old lenges and risen above them with who approached new experiences grace and maturity. You are a good cautiously and thoughtfully. Very friend who is loyal and unerringly quickly you were enjoying the work, kind to your friends. You are hard We are continually proud of your and liked to come home in the af- working and serious, but love to choices and actions, and your de- ternoons and pretend school while laugh and hang out and have fun. cision to make the move to a big, your little sister Kate was napping. You are adventurous and love to unfamiliar high school. While this You kept growing and accomplish- travel and see and try new things. is the end of something, it is really ing new things—you climbed that You are independent, with a strong just a long, rolling beginning of yellow tube on the playground! You sense of self. You love language your journey through life. We look went to the big building for special and words and see the poetry in the forward to seeing the place that you subjects! You moved up to Primary everyday. Your creativity shows in will make in the world, and feel and visited Kate and her friends the things you make and the way lucky to be your family. on the other side of the fence! You you dress for school each day. The climbed to the top of the metal world is a beautiful place, Chloe, With so much love, house! Kate and mom would spend and it is waiting for you, with op- hours in the afternoons in P1 doing portunities and challenges we can- Mom, Dad, Kate, and, work with you and sitting on the not even imagine. of course, Charley Rose 12 Graduation Supplement

High School Isabella Reardon The Wellington School

Our gift from God. Overnighted to us at Riverside Hospital on Septem- ber 10th. You looked at Dada with a stunned expression as you were slow- ly turned, right before you took your fi rst breath and wailed. You seemed to wonder why you were so rudely moved from warmth and serenity into a bright, cold alien world. But you quickly got on with us fellow humanoids. We soon discovered that our gift came with a bonus--an unlimited supply of kindness, curiosity and smiles. We were so pleased, we decided not to wait, but to double the offer. Your wonderful brother came along two years, two months and two days later (Though he might not understand why God didn’t fi rst send him a brother, we know that he is catching on to the upside of having a fun-loving and devoted older sister). Seeing you learn something new ev- ings. That long week before Interest ery day and fi nding joy in the most Fair, watching you carefully mold clay We had envisioned walking hand-in- mundane things. Watching you go into to form a bat cave, or fabricate a Morse hand with you to the neighborhood the library, bringing a book in, not to telegraph key from dozens of various elementary school, one block north return, but to have something to read found parts or the Trojan horse from of our house, then later to the middle if you cannot fi nd a better one inside. a thousand Popsicle sticks. Not for- school, a block south. But when we And your fascination with hair -- biting getting the lost sleep, burnt hot-glued visited SJMS, we began making other our lip while you patiently asked that fi ngers, and our tired refrain of “Next plans. There, teachers and students ap- helpful sales clerk why he happened time, we start this in the summer.” peared magically relaxed, engaged and to have none on his head, or when you But also Book Club, Math Club, Band kind. Your journey began in Children’s demanded that Mama return the curls coaching, play time, library time, art House 5 with Janet, Emily, and Nupur. she stole from you when she washed time, Power of the Pen, concerts, piano Mama picked you up from your fi rst your hair (you eventually realized that with Gary and the guidance offered by day at SJMS. “How was your day?” curls pop out again as hair dries). the most loving and supportive teach- she asked. “Phenomenal,” you said, as ers we have known. Mama watched your face light up. Life with you and brother has been the true calling of parenthood: incredible How sweet it all was (and still is)! We Nine year later, that great start is now happiness, occasional sadness and per- celebrate our life with you and your joined to a new beginning. Life seems petual hard work. Running behind for many accomplishments. We are so to have happened so fast. We con- 7:45 am Band or 8:35 am circle time, much looking forward to watching you sciously try to savor the moment, to handling snow days, sick days, doctor grow into a delightful and beautiful record the memory, as things happen, visits, dentist visits, fi eld trips, summer young lady. knowing that we pass this way with camps, bake sales, Winter Fest, dance, you just once. But what a treasury of softball, school board and parent meet- Your proud and most grateful parents. memories we’ve managed to store! St. Joseph Montessori School 13

A Message from Laura and Michael

“My Wish” By Rascal Flatts

I hope that the days come easy and the moments pass slow, And each road leads you where you want to go, And if you’re faced with a choice, and you have to choose, I hope you choose the one that means the most to you. And if one door opens to another door closed, I hope you keep on walkin’ till you ﬁ nd the window, If it’s cold outside, show the world the warmth of your smile, But more than anything, more than anything,

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to, Your dreams stay big, and your worries stay small, You never need to carry more than you can hold, And while you’re out there getting where you’re getting to, I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too, Yeah, this, is my wish.

I hope you never look back, but ya never forget, All the ones who love you, in the place you left, I hope you always forgive, and you never regret, And you help somebody every chance you get, Oh, you ﬁ nd God’s grace, in every mistake, And you always give more than you take. But more than anything, yeah, and more than anything,

$ Scholarships $ Bob - $5,000/yr Anna - $1,000/yr Isabella - $5,000/yr Merit Scholarship (4-year) (4-year) (4-year)

John - $5,000/yr Luke - $5,000/yr Merit Scholarship (4-year) Merit Scholarship (4-year) Olivia - $1,000 14 Graduation Supplement Luke Flynn A Message High School Luke, We chose your name because it con- from Matt The Wellington School notes “light”. Ok, it was the only boy’s name that we could agree on, Congratulation to the Class but its meaning sealed the deal. As of 2014 at St. Joseph Mon- your parents, people may accuse tessori School. I know all us of not being objective when it of you worked hard and ac- comes to you and your “lightness of complished many things. being”, but we offer the following All of your hard work and indisputable evidence that you are dedication has helped make a “reﬂ ection” of your name. SJMS a great school. It is my hope as all of you go 1. You started sleeping through the off to High School, that you night when you were 3 weeks old. remember not only your ex- You instinctively knew that your perience at SJMS, but the mother and father were far less friends you made and the likely to show up in a “World’s teachers that guided you to Dumbest Parents” video if you did success. Please come back not wake us up until the “daylight” often and visit. I know ev- hours. eryone here at schools loves to see the graduates return 2. You” radiate” intelligence, kind- for a visit or volunteer at a ness and humor. That’s what your special event. Best of luck classmates say about you, and, yes, with all you do. Work hard, we have it in writing. We happen to and ﬁ nd something that you agree. love to do and do it everyday. 3. Your cousins think we named you after Luke Skywalker and he Matt was all about the “light-side” not the dark-side. Coincidence? We think not.

4. You “illuminate” the lives of “This day is a those that love you; the ones here journey, this very on earth, and the ones in heaven. moment is an 5. You hate vampires. adventure.” Take your “brightness” with you into high school, college and all fu- -Rebecca ture endeavors. “Shine on”. Pavlenko

Lots of love, Your “beaming” parents St. Joseph Montessori School 15

Sidney High School Flynn Columbus School for Girls

Sidney,

You possess a drive and determination us laugh is a constant in our home. we have marveled at since you were a toddler. The ﬁ rst time you tried to put Your sense of humor has helped you on your own socks, we watched as you make many friends. We have seen and struggled for over an hour. You worked heard you laugh for hours on end. We at it with such focus and concentra- know it goes much beyond that too. You tion, without showing any frustration, have a wonderful gift in your ability to until you succeeded. You (and we) rev- connect with people. You are very so- eled in your triumph. Now as we look cial and have developed great poise, and back on your years at SJMS and all you your conﬁ dence and genuine interest in have accomplished, it is one of the many others has led to friends everywhere you strengths you have been blessed with, go. It is also because you are a genuinely and one that will carry you through high kind person. One of the main reasons school and beyond. we decided to send you to St. Joe’s is because they teach you and reinforce the You are courageous. We cannot think of simple premise of being a good person. a time that you ever backed down from a Be caring, respectful to others, and mak- challenge placed in front of you, or was ing good choices. We think they did a afraid to put herself “out there,” risking lovely job. everything. You were the little girl who wanted the front car on the rollercoaster. Oh, and you are oh so smart. Sometimes When you were asked to do the school too smart. Enough said. musical we knew you were hesitant and nervous, but committed anyway. Truth We love that you have grown up at SJMS. be told, we were more nervous for you. They have presented to us a strong, in- And you rocked it. We shouldn’t have dependent, positive, responsible, caring, been surprised. In fact, you have ap- dynamic young woman. We are very proached many things in your young life grateful to all the teachers who have with a quality that is hard to explain. You guided her through these years. We are put your whole being into it, you are also, so excited for you now as you head ways “all in”. The greatest part of that, to CSG and the next chapter in your life. for us, is watching you take such great We hope you’re excited too. pride and satisfaction in your effort, and seeing that smile because it makes you Yes, time rushes by so fast. What a joy it happy. has been to be a part of these wonderful years, and watch as you have grown into You are so funny. We don’t know where this beautiful young woman. You never it comes from, but it started at a very cease to amaze us, and we cannot ex- early age and has continued to evolve. press enough how proud we are of you, From the “laaazy eye,” to running into and how deeply you are loved. the room yelling “check it out, the Tor- nado!” (We’ll let you explain that one), Congratulations Sidney! to recreating every line, voice, and fa- You are amazing cial expression from whatever made you Love Mom and Dad laugh that day, your laughter and making #rememberthepast #cherishtoday #enjoythefuture #friendswewillstay