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1 From the Headmaster MORAVIAN ACADEMY’S PARENT AMBASSADOR NETWORK 2 Shining Bright In conjunction with the Office of Admis- Talent Abounds at the Middle and Upper School sions, Moravian Academy created a Parent 4 Ambassador Network (PAN) of approximately Into the Woods 25 members to represent our school by 5 sharing their many and varied experiences with other families in and about the Greater 6 Thank you to our Retiring Faculty and Staff! Lehigh Valley. We know that our parents are 10 Fields and Courts our best advocates and tell stories about our Moravian community better than just about 12 Through the Looking Glass: anyone. We value and trust our relationships Moravian Academy Auction with these storytellers. Our goal for PAN is to encourage a family 14 Moravian Academy in the Community to visit our campus and tour our beautiful facilities - whether that be our downtown, 15 International Festival for All Families historic Bethlehem campus or our sprawling 120-acre Upper School campus. In order 16 Summer at the Academy Preview to assist our members, we provide literature with key items such as top reasons to 17 Lehigh Valley Summerbridge choose Moravian Academy, statistics and studies supporting an independent school 18 Student Lebenslauf: “Same Difference?” education, and guidelines for answering some of the more difficult questions posed 19 Institutional Advancement News to the admissions team. 21 Alumni News We invite you to consider joining our PAN community. If you are interested, please 28 Class Notes reach out to Ingrid Gerber, Senior Director of Admissions, at [email protected]. 32 Gapp Extension School

HONORARY TRUSTEES CONTRIBUTING WRITERS The Moravian Academy Journal is published 2017-2018 Margaret Baldock Tracy Bozik by Moravian Academy, a non-profit educational HEADMASTER Steven Krawiec Robin Flemming institution, 7 East Market Street, Bethlehem, PA Jeffrey M. Zemsky Gordon L. Sommers Jessica McPherson 18018 (610) 868-4744. Susan Parent BOARD OF TRUSTEES ASSOCIATE TRUSTEES (FACULTY) Charlie Lynn Trapasso Moravian Academy does not discriminate Christopher Weiler – Chair Katherine Martin Burd ’96 Kathrine Yeaw ‘18 on the basis of race, nationality, sex, sexual Mary Catherine Tachovsky – Vice Chair Sarah Harshman Jarred Weaver orientation, religious affiliation or ethnic origin Brian Loftus – Secretary Lisa Molina-Cheung Robert J. Zaiser in the administration of its educational and Lawrence B. Eighmy – Treasurer ADVISORS TO THE BOARD Jeffrey M. Zemsky admissions policies, financial aid awards, Tasha Bolden Jeffrey M. Zemsky – Headmaster and athletic or other school administered James Boylan DESIGN programs. Applicants who are disabled (or Dylan Deal – Director of Upper School Imagevolution Erica D’Agostino ’91 John Donecker – Director of Middle School applicants’ family members who are disabled) Joan Duckloe James L. Kirtland – Director of Business and PHOTOGRAPHY requiring any type of accommodation during Daniel Eyvazzadeh ’96 Financial Affairs Tom Amico the application process, or at any other time, Michael Gulati Ann S. Mindler ’70P – Assistant Head of School Tracy Bozik are encouraged to identify themselves and in- Matthew McQueen ’99 Susan Parent – Director of Lower School Marco Calderon dicate what type of accommodation is needed. Jaime Mitchell Stuart Robert J. Zaiser – Director of Institutional Lisa Molina-Cheung Paxton Christine Perrucci Advancement Becky Miller Joanne Regina Amey Owen © 2018 by Moravian Academy. Kathleen Waterbury Reilly EDITORS Stephanie Palmeri Christian Rice Amey Owen Carla Snook Periodicals postage paid at Bethlehem, PA. The Honorable Paula Roscioli ’83 Stephanie Vasta Lindsay Woodruff Postmaster: send changes of address to Carole Devey Schachter ’76 Robert J. Zaiser Karen Pearce Sonier ’78 Moravian Academy Journal, John Spurlock ’01 PRINTING 7 East Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Mary Wilford-Hunt Christmas City Printing Co., Inc. www.moravianacademy.org DEAR MORAVIAN ACADEMY COMMUNITY, Great teachers are at the heart of every Moravian Acad- emy education. To the students they inspire, teachers will remain forever in their memories, standing in their classrooms and lighting those around them. Time is alone, however, in refusing to stop and today the bittersweet wisdom of Ecclesiastes 3:1 still rings true: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” In this spring issue, on pages 6-9, we provide a tribute to the extraordinary teachers, as well as incredible staff members, who this year are concluding their days at Moravian Academy and beginning their well-deserved entries into retirement. We have been witnesses to the careers they chose to spend inspiring others to be better and stronger. As they begin new chapters, I wish to launch them into their next journeys filled with the knowledge that they helped young people grow, learn and become their better selves. To this end, we are gathering stories and expressions of gratitude into special books for each of these retiring faculty members. If you would like to contribute your own reflections, I encourage you to send them to [email protected] or mail them to Tracy Bozik at 11 West Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. We have also created a Gratitude Fund for Faculty Development and I invite you to dedicate a gift in honor of a retiring faculty member (view page 9 for more details). As they do year-round, our students this spring continued to amaze me. The Upper School’s sold-out performances of “Into the Woods” in March (see page 5) blew audiences away, while the happenings at the International Festival for All Families in April (see page 15) brilliant- ly showcased the many countries around the world that our student body represents. Their noteworthy accomplishments (highlighted on pages 2-3) and endless acts of giving (featured on page 14) affirm for me that young people truly do realize their potential in an atmosphere of love and understanding. On behalf of everyone at Moravian Academy, I wish you all a wonderful end to the academic school year and an enjoyable summer! Sincerely,

Jeffrey M. Zemsky Headmaster

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 1 ShiningAcademic Bright and Music Accolades

Congratulations to the following sixth Violinists Yan Yu ’23 and Krysta Miranda Reiko Gibson ’20 was graders who were selected to have Nichols ’21 won their divisions at the honored with “The Strength for Leah” their literary works published as part Bloomsburg University of Pennsylva- Community Award for her painting of the Creative Communication writing nia’s Young Classical Artists’ Compe- entitled “Natural Beauty” at the 8th contest: Grace Baittinger, Ches- tition. Both were invited to perform at Annual Hope and Healing Juried Art sie Bartolacci, Anya Chadha, Ryan the University on May 5, as well as a Show at The Baum School in Cheng, Aman Desai, Victoria Fegley, recording session on May 6 at WVIA Allentown. Kanchan Gupta, Krish Gupta, Quinn Public Media Studios. Lauden, Navya Manne, Pranavi Sophia Trembler ’23 was selected to Marella, Bianca Matos, Sienna Pow- The DECA Team competed in the State perform at Carnegie Hall in New York ell, Hannah Puc, Gina Sexton, Valia Career Development Conference in City with the Junior Honors Choir in Tsirukis, Divya Verma, and Joshua February. Ryan Hoffman ’19, Garrick June. Walker. Creative Communication, a Lombardi ’19, Robbie Shaff ’19, and national organization, publishes books Dante Trapasso ’18 finished second Middle and Upper School students of poetry and essays that are written in the Quiz Bowl. Naveen Ailawadi showcased their involvement in by students in grades K-9. ’19 finished third in the Professional sophisticated research projects that Selling category. Isha Mohapatra ’19 focus on STEM at the Delaware Valley Flutist Nicole Masucci ’18 qualified is now the new Pennsylvania District 7 Science Fair (DVSF) in April. Several and participated in the Pennsylvania Representative. students received awards and schol- Music Educators Association (PMEA) arships for their accomplishments. Region 5 Band Festival in February. At the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Winners included Neha Skandan ’21, Science Region 3 Competition in Feb- who placed first in mathematics; Isha Kaylee Davis ’18, Logan Kelley ’18, ruary, 10 Upper School and 23 Middle Mohapatra ’19, who placed second in Katie Keller ’18, Jon Riker ’18, and School students presented their work. engineering; Neil Deshmukh ’20, who Chae Park ’18 participated in the Our Middle School participants earned placed first in computer science; Rhea PMEA District 10 Chorus Festival in 21 first place awards, one second place Malhotra ’20, who placed first in bio- January. award and one student even earned a chemistry and earned a spot to partic- perfect score. Upper School students ipate at the Intel International Science Violinists Justine Dell ’18 and Krysta Elizabeth Stifel ’19 and Rhea and Engineering Fair competition in Nichols ’21 participated in the PMEA Malhotra ’20 received first place May; Michael Alchaer ’23, who earned District 10 Orchestra Festival in awards, and Karilyn Kruklitis ’20 and honorable mention for his research in February. Isha Kaza ’20 received second place mathematics; and Okezue Bell ’23, awards. who earned honorable mention for his Your middle school Moravian Acade- research in computer science. my Geography Bee winner is Gianna The Debate Team participated in the Guarasi ’24! On April 6, she traveled to Allentown Diocese Forensics League Neil Deshmukh ’20 was inducted Harrisburg to compete in the National (ADFL) National Qualifier. Neha Skan- into the Da Vinci Science Center’s Geographic Pennsylvania State Geog- dan ’21 placed third in the Lincoln Science Hall of Fame on April 28. raphy Bee against over one hundred Douglas category. Julius Ewungkem The Science Hall of Fame recognizes students. Gianna did very well in the ’20 and Avi Singh ’20 placed third and exceptional high school students who preliminary round, earning a score of Athina Jaffer ’19 and Naveen Ailawadi have demonstrated a passion for the seven out of a possible score of eight. ’19 placed fourth in the Public Forum sciences both in-and-out of the class- Although she did not advance to the category. Neha, Julius, and Avi will room. Each inductee receives a $2,000 national championship, which is held compete in the National Catholic Fo- scholarship. in Washington, D.C. every year in May, rensic League (NCFL) Grand National we couldn’t be prouder! Tournament in Washington, DC over Memorial Day weekend.

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1. Gianna Guarasi ‘24 2. Yan Yu ’23 3. Krysta Nichols ’21 4. The DECA Team 5. At the Pennsylvania Ju- nior Academy of Science Region 3 Competition 6. The Debate Team 7. Miranda Reiko Gibson ‘20 8. Sophia Trembler ‘23 9. Rhea Malhotra ‘20 at the Delaware Valley Science Fair (DVSF) in April J K 10. Neil Deshmukh ‘20

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 3 CREATIVITY ABOUNDS At the Middle and Upper School

he Middle School put on two outstanding, T24-act performances for the annual talent show under the direction of Middle School Music Director Mrs. Patrice Kidd. The acts included an impressive collection of classical, folk and pop musical performances, global and modern dances, and impressive ensemble numbers. The student emcees provided between-act entertainment and the tech crew expertly managed lighting and sound, mics and props.

pper School students and faculty shared their Uoutstanding musical talents at the 15th Annual Red and Gold Recital. With musical selections from Fauré, Handel, Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert, Shostakovich and more, the repertoire was at its finest.

Many of the afternoon’s performances featured the 1901 Steinway grand piano that was refurbished through the MA Auction Fund-a-Need program. (see page 21)

4 MORAVIAN ACADEMY INTO THE WOODS Musical Performance

ringing the musical adaptation of “Into the BWoods” to life was a vision that Upper School Di- rector of Theater Mr. Jarrod Yuskauskas had for years. With the extraordinary Upper School talent, Mr. Yuskauskas knew that this was the year to share this unique contemporary musical on the Dyer Auditorium stage. With the important theme of storytelling ever-present as part the Moravian Academy Upper School experience, our students were more than ready to tell this twisted tale with song, dance, and exquisite acting.

The cast and crew of approximately fifty students gave their all and the results were breathtaking--leaving sold-out audiences speechless night after night. With standout performances by Anna Hauser ’19 (Cinderella), Jonathan Riker ’18 (The Baker), Charlotte Bloys ’18 (The Baker’s Wife), Logan Kelley ’18 (The Witch), Ben Kraft ’20 (Jack), and the entire cast, it’s no wonder that “Into the Woods” received such rave reviews.

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Mr. Tom Bayliss Mrs. Vicki Beer Mrs. Debbie Bross Director of Plant Operations Homeroom Teacher Physical Education, First Year at Moravian Academy 1990 First Year at Moravian Academy 1996 Health & Wellness Teacher, Field Hockey Coach First Year at Moravian Academy 1981 We have been fortunate to have Tom Bayliss This June, Vicki Beer will conclude her 34 at the helm of our Plant Operations depart- years in education, the last 22 of which she ment for close to three decades. During this spent teaching our Lower School students at Debbie Bross arrived at Moravian Academy time, he has been a careful and wise steward Moravian Academy. On behalf of our stu- in 1981 to teach physical education and of our historic campuses. After having so dents, we thank Vicki for helping them both since then she has embodied for students many years of reliable care for Moravian learn to read and read to learn. With equal the very notion of education in mind, body, Academy and our buildings, it might be easy parts humor and compassion, Vicki’s spark and spirit. Over her years in the classroom to forget how much work, attention, and with students in the classroom is known to and as coach of the varsity field hockey love our facilities require, especially since all. She has a deep base of expertise in the team, Debbie has taught students in all Tom is not one for basking in the limelight. first grade classroom, but she also extended three divisions. For decades, Moravian We need only look around on campus to see her reach to educate students from primer Academy students have demonstrated a how much we rely on Tom and the mainte- to grade four. Knowing she loves to see determination and inner sense of purpose nance department. We congratulate him on students connect with a good book, we look that reflect their teacher, Mrs. Bross. Mora- the days ahead spent with his loving family. forward to more opportunities for her to vian Academy field hockey teams won over do the same as she roots on the 76ers and 500 games with Coach Bross and brought enjoys the days ahead with her dear family home two state championships, first in 1984 and friends. and again in 2016. Ask Debbie about what she’s most proud of, though, and you are bound to hear about the people her students have grown into and what contributions they make to their communities. We know Debbie will enjoy her wonderful days ahead cheering on others and spending time with Tom and their growing family. 6 MORAVIAN ACADEMY to our RETIRING FACULTY AND STAFF!

Mrs. Pam Compter Mrs. Patrice Kidd Mrs. Peggy Lukaszczyk Homeroom Teacher Music Director School Nurse First Year at Moravian Academy 1998 First Year at Moravian Academy 1981 First Year at Moravian Academy 2011

Pam Compter is concluding her 20th year After 37 years of helping our children find As part of our dynamic double team of teaching Moravian Academy Lower School inspiration in music, Patrice Kidd will school nurses in the Lower and Middle students. With an additional 10 years of conclude her time as musical director with Schools, Peggy Lukaszczyk, better known experience before coming to Moravian in Moravian Academy at the end of this year. as “Mrs. Luke,” has nurtured and tended 1998, Pam has done everything save stand The music program expertly reflects Patrice’s to students for the past seven years. Pri- on her head to help students learn (and extensive knowledge of music, her deep or to arriving at Moravian, she worked she’s probably done that, too). As a lesson respect for students and their abilities, and in Hahnemann University Hospital in planner, Pam is known for always searching her infinite appreciation and enthusiasm for Philadelphia, providing services in surgical for new inspirations. In the past two years life. Above all, Patrice has inspired count- care, intensive care, oncology, and shock alone, she has turned her classroom into a less members of our community, including and trauma care units. Thus, in addition ship to help students understand the naval adults, to explore and express themselves to bringing her outstanding professional explorer they were corresponding with and in the language of music. We congratulate expertise, Moravian students find her to be instituted a new circle program to help stu- Patrice on the journeys ahead with family an empathetic listener who knows when to dents focus better. Her students learn with and friends, knowing she will continue her bandage a wound and when to offer a pep- confidence, knowing their teacher cares and calling to unite people and music together talk. Mother of two children of her own, we has high expectations for them. Pam will al- in her ongoing position as Choir Director at know Peggy is looking forward to spending ways be an educator and is looking forward St. John’s Lutheran Church in Nazareth. more time with her growing family, both in to supporting and enjoying her family and the Lehigh Valley and at her beach house. friends as she starts her next chapter.

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Dr. John O’Donnell Mrs. Kathleen Rohmann Mrs. Dale Scorza Spanish Teacher Social Studies Teacher School Nurse First Year at Moravian Academy 1978 Reading Specialist First Year at Moravian Academy 2014 First Year at Moravian Academy 1975

Students have long sought out John We have been fortunate to have Dale Scorza O’Donnell’s Spanish classes, and they will Since 1975, Kathleen (Kathy) Rohmann as the second half of the nurse team with be sad to hear he begins retirement at the has worked diligently to help Moravian Mrs. Luke, and we wish Dale well as she end of this year. With 18 years over two dif- Academy students organize their minds as has already started her retirement. Mrs. ferent periods of time at Moravian Academy, well as their skills and content knowledge. Scorza, RN, MSN and MPH, has worked in John has taught Spanish, literature and how Over these years, Kathy has taught students numerous hospitals and schools from New to find inspiration and insight in life. When across grades 1-8 and subject areas including York to Colorado and several other states in asked about relating what they learn in class reading, math, community service, and for between. We are grateful for the three years to life, Upper School students are quick many years, social studies in the Middle she has been on our staff, shedding light on to describe the conversations they have in School. With Mrs. Rohmann as their sev- good nutrition, mindfulness, and emotional Spanish with Dr. O’Donnell, who chal- enth-grade social studies teacher, students support for our students and faculty alike. lenges them to be critical and sophisticated learned about our collective history and Dale and her husband look forward to thinkers. Colleagues can describe John’s wit, especially how today’s culture is influenced welcoming a second grandchild into their as well as his linguistic expertise. With sev- by Moravians of the past. For many of her lives very soon and to finding more time for eral generations of family members living in years here, Kathy has also been the Middle ballroom dancing. many time zones and across multiple conti- School’s resident reading specialist and coor- nents, we can look forward to the postcards dinator of student support services. In this arriving from John in the future. role, she has worked countless hours with students helping them grow the resiliency and study habits they take with them into the Upper School and beyond. Those who know Kathy understand that “retirement” applies in name only, for she will surely continue to spend her time and energy serving those in need in her community. 8 MORAVIAN ACADEMY to our RETIRING FACULTY AND STAFF!

MORAVIAN ACADEMY Ms. Diane Taylor Homeroom Teacher First Year at Moravian Academy 1984 Gratitudefor Faculty Development Fund For 34 years, Moravian Academy students have walked into Ms. Taylor’s classroom and If you would like to honor one of the extraordinary walked out at the end of the year feeling educators who this year are concluding their days taller. Ms. Taylor’s masterful ability to in- in the classroom and beginning their well-deserved spire, nurture, teach, laugh and build com- entries into retirement, donations can be made in munity were second nature for her. John their name to the Annual Fund or the Legacy Fund Steinbeck once said he had “come to believe for Alumni Children Financial Aid. To learn more, that a great teacher is a great artist,” further visit www.moravianacademy.org/gratitude. saying, “teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit.” Diane daily encouraged Wish our Retirees Well! our students with the deft strokes of an artist’s brush, to realize their most brilliant We are also gathering stories and expressions of and decent selves. Our entire community gratitude into special books for each of the retiring will dearly miss and forever remember Ms. faculty members. Taylor’s gifts, but fortunately, her goodness will continue to blossom in former students, Do you have a favorite passage, work of art or colleagues and families. As she stated in intellectual expression to add? a letter to announce her retirement, “The kids will weigh the heaviest on my heart. I If so, please send them to gratitude@ will miss their curiosity, their silliness, their moravianacademy.org or mail them to Tracy Bozik unbridled love, and their ability to make me at 11 West Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. laugh.” We will miss the same in her, yet we wish her well, always! JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 9 FIELD COURT LION’S PRIDE

10 MORAVIAN ACADEMY WINTER SPORTS AWARDS

UPPER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS’ BASKETBALL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL SWIMMING GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CAPTAIN’S AWARD CAPTAIN’S AWARD CAPTAIN’S AWARD QUANTUM LEAP Jack Dubreuil ’18 Maya Ettle ’20 Katherine Davis ’18 Chloe Oudin ’22 Jacob Meissner ’18 Caroline Joseph ’18 James Foran ’19 COACH’S AWARD Qofi Quainoo ’18 Victoria Spugnardi ’18 Cassie Nataro ’18 Hailey Falzone ’22 Dante Trapasso ’18 MVP – Maya Ettle ’20 Noah Young ’18 LION’S PRIDE MVP – Jordan Holmqvist ’19 MIP – Jordyn Holjes ’21 MVP – Katherine Davis ’18 Marina Falzone ’22 MIP – Peter Chiaradia ’19 COACH’S AWARD James Foran ’19 COACH’S AWARD Elizabeth Stifel ’19 Armaan Pandher ’21 BOYS’ BASKETBALL Abraham Atiyeh ’20 MIP – Adam Boak ’20 QUANTUM LEAP Navin Ferrari ’20 Isabella Khan ’18 Ryan Grossenbacher ’22 Tyler Schellenberg ’18 Treyton Messman ’22 JUNIOR VARSITY Elijah Stevens ’19 COACH’S AWARD BOYS’ BASKETBALL COACH’S AWARD Andrew Burke ’22 COACH’S AWARD Kyle Jones* Vince Menichelli ’22 Niket Surya ’21 Bill Lam* LION’S PRIDE Kaylynn Weikel* Nicholas Holmes ’22 *Wilson Area High School Students

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 11 THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS AUCTION • APRIL 21

By Charlie Lynn Trapasso, 2018 Chairperson And who could forget to mention our beloved maintenance director, Tom Bayliss and Interim Director of Physical Plant Operations “How do you know I’m mad?” said Alice to the Cat. “You must be, David Connors? Both Tom and Dave, along with their team, or you wouldn’t have come here.” brought to life Tania and Christine’s designs and surpassed any of our expectations. On April 21st, a crowd of “mad” individuals flocked to the Athletic & Wellness Center at Moravian Academy and stepped Through the Moravian parent chef Michael Brack’s impressive and delectable Looking Glass, where nothing was quite what it seemed. Queen of Hearts buffet created a feast that even Alice would have enjoyed! And senior Alex Ahmad’s impactful video supported Fund- I am extremely honored to have been this year’s Auction chair. A-Need’s request for Digital Storytelling. Working alongside such talented and dedicated parents has been an absolute pleasure. A new twist to the Sweepstakes prize created much buzz as the winners excitedly received a certificate to a customized men’s suit by Co-chair Amy Bucher’s creative and visionary assistance with Peg Albert or women’s five-piece travel ensemble by Karen Hickey. marketing, and the spectacular introductory video, displayed on a Ray Starner, auctioneer extraordinaire, kept the bidding going with 50-foot screen, unveiled our very own Lewis Carroll-inspired book his wit and energy! A variety of interesting and unique items to bid of sites and students at Moravian Academy. on stirred intense bidding.

The decor for the evening was a true testament to the theme of the So many behind-the-scenes volunteers, who committed hours of Auction. Co-chairs Tania Marsh and Christine Mira’s eyes for detail time and without recognition and helped make this year’s Auction surpassed all expectation. When the gymnasium doors opened, I a success. My co-chairs and the Auction executive committee are witnessed many of our guests gasp in astonishment as they traveled especially grateful for the continuing and passionate support of “down the rabbit hole” to a magical space featuring eclectic vignettes the Office of Institutional Advancement, administration, board of reflective of a storybook adventure. Evident around every corner was trustees, sponsors, advertisers, auction item donors, and Moravian imagination, creativity, elegance and fun. The rustic beer and wine families and friends. garden and its subtle references to Alice kept the crowds conversing and engaging in the atmosphere of the evening. Hanging chairs, If Alice had a word to describe the “mad” folks who created and life size playing cards, festive table settings and beautiful silk leaves participated in this wonderful event, she would call them “bonkers,” created by the Upper School students advanced the surreal story- to which the Mad Hatter would reply, “…all the best people are.” book setting.

12 MORAVIAN ACADEMY HOW DO YOU KNOW “I’M MAD – Alice?

…all the best people are. “ – Mad Hatter

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 13 MAin the COMMUNITY

EARLY CHILDHOOD MORAVIAN BIKEWORKS RED CROSS CLUB COAT PAJAMA PROJECT New for this school year, sophomore AND FOOD DRIVE Books and pajamas make perfect gifts Eric Trinkle ‘20 founded a bicycle repair The Upper School Red Cross Club for children in need. That’s why primer, activity called Moravian Bikeworks. coordinated a successful coat and food PreK, and kindergarten teachers led Operating out of a workshop in Couch drive this year with donations directed a local drive last December to benefit Arts Center on the Merle-Smith cam- to the Lehigh Valley Summerbridge Esperanza of Bethlehem. Esperanza is pus, the students welcome donations program. There was an overwhelming currently experiencing a great number of adult and children’s bikes in any response to this service project with of Puerto Rican families relocating to condition, overhaul and rehabilitate hundreds of items collected. Thanks the Lehigh Valley since the hurricane them and then donate them back to to the hard work of our students and season. Our early childhood teachers the community in excellent, usable the generosity of our families, Mora- donated a book for every pair of new condition. The program also teach- vian Academy was able to share the children’s pajamas brought in by the es interested students about bicycle warmth of this community with others students to welcome and warm repair from routine maintenance all the in the Lehigh Valley. the hearts of our region’s newest way to more complex repairs. neighbors. The student-mechanics of Moravian JUMP ROPE FOR HEART Bikeworks are a talented and enthusi- Throughout American Heart Month in 177 BOXES DONATED astic group. In addition to their volun- February, the Lower School Physical A NEW RECORD! teer work, the students offer bicycle Education teachers Mrs. Miller and tuning and repair services to the Mora- Each holiday season, our Middle Mrs. Hinkle taught students about vian Academy community. All service School participates in the Holiday living a heart healthy and active fees go towards purchasing parts for Hope Chest program, a national lifestyle through physical activity and bikes that will be donated back to the initiative in which shoeboxes are jumping rope. Students were invited community. filled with age-appropriate stocking to make donations to benefit cardio- stuffers. These boxes are given to vascular research and heart-healthy homeless and disadvantaged middle education nationwide. Many of our school aged youth in the Lehigh Valley. students earned money to donate by This year, we filled 177 shoeboxes—a doing chores or good deeds at home. record-breaking number! Since 2000, Through their efforts all month long, Moravian Academy Middle School has students raised over $650 to benefit donated over 1,500 boxes. Thank you the American Heart Association! for your donations to this worthwhile service program! 14 MORAVIAN ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL for all families

ith a theme of “Bridg- a screening of “The Danger of a Single ing success and reminded our commu- ing Cultures,” April’s Story,” a TED Talk given by novelist nity how interesting life can be when International Festival for Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. people come together to celebrate All Families beautifully A “Parade of Nations,” spearheaded their differences. capturedW the diversity that Moravian by Sra. Yuli Vanegas, preceded the Academy and the world has to offer. close of the program. Children smiled and strolled through the hall, exposing Lining the Walter Hall lounges were tri- beautiful clothing and flags represent- fold poster, dioramas, Powerpoints and ing many countries around the world. iPad presentations—known as “Nation While some wore dresses representing Stations”—created by our very own their families’ origins, others wore ar- Lower School students. The students ticles of clothing embracing a country shared with attendees interesting that they had just visited or learned facts and information about countries about through their research. all around the world, from Jamaica to Indonesia and everywhere in between. The night concluded with families breaking bread together. Student, In the gymnasium, African drumming parent and faculty volunteers served and singing drew a large crowd, as did attendees a delicious spread of global the interactive dance lessons. Thanks food. Throughout dinner, families were to featured guests, parents, staff, facul- invited to write messages of unity and ty and students had the opportunity to inclusion on colorful paper hands. The learn and partake in traditional Hawai- creations were then placed on the wall ian, Indian and Japanese dances. Hip- of the Melhado Dining Room in the hop dancer CJ Fuentes’ breakdancing shape of a bridge, resulting in a power- performance also wowed families, ful display. especially the children. While some danced the night away, others gath- The event, sponsored by the Parents’ ered in nearby classrooms to hear folk Association and co-chaired by Kelli stories told by students and to watch Greene and Jullie Kim, was a resound-

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 15 SUMMER at the ACADEMY 2018 JOIN US FOR A SUMMER Returning favorites include: • Art Camp • K’NEX STEM Challenge FILLED WITH LEARNING, • Puppet Party • Simply Complex Machines EXPLORING, AND PLAYING! • Inspired by Nature • Beyond the Outer Limits • A Week in Japan • Scratch Programming By Marcia Stoudt • Around the World in a Adventure Moravian Academy’s Merle-Smith campus will be buzzing this Week • Cartography Lab summer with a variety of camps! • The Magic of Writing • Summer Jazz • Game On at the Academy Campers attending Green Pond Day Camp (for students entering PreK-Grade 6) will participate in a plethora of activities that re- In addition to Spanish immersion courses for grades K-6, we are volve around central themes. Themes for summer of 2018 include also offering a Spanish refresher course for students entering grades Out of the Box, Hollywood, Party in the U.S.A., Mystery Week, 7 and 8. For those interested in building their athletic skills, we and Wonders of the World. are excited to offer sports camps in field hockey, basketball, soccer and tennis. New enrichment camps for this year are: Animation Register at www.moravianacademy.org/summer. Camp, centered around animation styles using hands-on and computer-based art mediums; Ce- ramics Camp, for those who want to work with clay; Write Music (The Right Way), a camp for those interested in creating music; Reader’s Workshop, a camp for building interest and confidence in reading; and Crazy Concoctions and Marvelous Materials, for those campers who want to be future scientists. Other enrichment camps include: • STK! (Shark Tank for Kids) • Writer’s Workshop • Make it! Print it! • Remember When? • Junior Environmentalists • Winter in July?! • Building Math Skills • Graphical Paper Crafts Through Games and more! • A Week on the Farm

16 MORAVIAN ACADEMY LEHIGH VALLEY SUMMERBRIDGE FROM THE DIRECTOR By Jarred Weaver June 18th marks the beginning of our 26th summer at Lehigh Valley Summerbridge. We are excited to welcome many new teachers and new ideas to our classrooms this year. Lehigh Valley Summerbridge brings a wonderful opportunity for college students enrolled in education programs to teach in their own classrooms for six weeks each summer. They will use what they’ve learned thus far, to create their own curriculum, build their own lessons, and manage their own classroom. Who are they teaching? Students from Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton middle schools enroll in the Summerbridge program each summer to build on their math, language, and science skills. They will also learn life skills, such as cooking, budgeting, and how to begin their quest to enroll in college one day.

ABOUT LEHIGH VALLEY SUMMERBRIDGE Lehigh Valley Summerbridge is a nonprofit enrichment education program for highly motivated, low-income middle school students in the Lehigh Valley. All of our teachers are college students enrolled in education programs. We have proudly served our community for the past 25 years and look forward to doing so for years to come.

DID YOU KNOW? The first Lehigh Valley Summer- bridge program had 40 students enrolled. Today we enroll one hundred THE VALUE OF BEING A students each year! SUMMERBRIDGE TEACHER By Antonia Spadafora, Moravian College

Applying to become a Summerbridge teacher was probably the enjoyed hearing about what they’ve learned as new professional best decision that I’ve made in my pursuit to become a professional teachers. I’m thankful to have received constructive criticism and educator! At Summerbridge, I taught writing my first summer in feedback from a variety of mentor teachers and professionals. 2016, math throughout the summer of 2017, and I am now looking forward to teaching science the summer of 2018. Words cannot While all of the aforementioned things are extremely important, I express how valuable my experience has been. I’ve gained experience can’t stress enough the pure value of meeting the students and build- in lesson planning, I’ve taught differentiated lessons to large and ing relationships with them. When you are working and interacting small groups, and I’ve gained experience in managing the day-to-day with a group of twenty middle schoolers, you are really able to focus logistics of managing a classroom and creating a positive learning your efforts on getting to know them individually – as people, not community. I have greatly enjoyed collaborating with other aspiring just as “students” – and letting them know that you care about them teachers, working on teams, co-planning lessons, and setting up and believe in their academic potential. My experience through special events. Summerbridge reinforced the notion that building supportive relationships – with your colleagues as well as with your students – is an I’ve received invaluable advice from my Summerbridge faculty essential component of being a successful educator. colleagues regarding the application and interview process and I’ve JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 17 STUDENT LEBENSALUF: SAME DIFFERENCE?

The following is a piece, authored by Kathrine Yeaw ’18, about her recent trip to Africa.

fter a sixteen-hour flight in Zambia with clear skies and so put into a different setting, they seem and a bumpy drive to much more to see. to change-- in the same way in which Livingstone, we finally we all became unafraid when we were stepped out of the van I looked up and stared in amazement. three feet away from five relaxing lions Aand took a small boat to The sky looked liked crushed dia- or were staring in the eyes of an ele- the Islands of Siankaba Lodge, where monds scattered everywhere. I saw phant. Going to Africa with my family we were greeted with about twenty constellations I had never noticed members gave me a new perspective waving arms. before, with clumps resembling the on each of them. This experience Milky Way, in purples and blues and taught me to be more comfortable with Seeing this community of workers, reds. This sky that I had seen so many new things, as change isn’t always bad I forgot all about the tiring journey. times before was completely different: and can be uplifting. Shakey hanging bridges led to our it was so much more beautiful. I was in cabins, which were actually more like awe and stared up at the sky until my That night, I did not lose the sky. It just wooden tree houses on 15-foot pillars neck ached in pain and I forgot about changed, and I was okay with it. Now, that overlooked the crocodile-infested the frigid cold. whenever I watch the stars in Massa- Zambezi River. The end of our beds chusetts, I remember the sky in Africa. opened up to a balcony that made me Inside the cozy tree house, we yelled feel as though I was part of the trees. for my less-interested mother to come see, and even she was stunned. My This balcony is where my story takes brother, Wescott, also came out and place. was just as shocked. We all stood there simply gazing. This moment for me Before going to bed one night, I walked was one of amazement and realiza- across the bridge to my parents’ tion. How could something that I had treehouse. My dad and I were used to seen every day suddenly change in an finding shooting stars in the sky every instant, into something better? summer, but that was across the world in busy Massachusetts. Now, we were Just as with the sky, when someone is

18 MORAVIAN ACADEMY The Alumni Circle INSTITUTIONAL TAKES CENTER STAGE ADVANCEMENT NEWS In the latest edition of the Moravian Academy Journal, information was shared about the 275th Initiative, which will help provide upgrades to the exterior and interior first floor of Snyder House. The most visible part of the initiative, the “Alumni Circle,” which has already garnered the support of more than 130 alumni and friends, is a special location in the front of Snyder House on the Merle-Smith To make a gift, visit Campus. Each graduate of Moravian Academy, Moravian Seminary for Girls, and www.moravianacademy.org/giving. Moravian Preparatory School since 1931 will have his or her name inscribed on bricks within the “Alumni Circle.”

At the reunion last October, all of the members of the class years ending in “7” had his or her name inscribed within the “Alumni Circle.” This process will continue over the next nine years until each alumnus/alumna is added. All alumni names will be displayed for future generations of Moravian graduates to see. The “Alumni Circle” is a lasting tribute to all of the individual graduates who made the School (Moravian Academy, Moravian Seminary for Girls, and Moravian Preparatory School) what it has been, what it is today, and what it will become in the future.

This beautiful and lasting tribute to our graduates now needs your support. More than $106,000 has been raised towards an overarching goal of $275,000 for the “Alumni Circle” and upgrades to Snyder House.

To make a gift to the 275th Initiative and the “Alumni Circle,” go online to www. moravianacademy.org/giving. For more information, contact Bob Zaiser, Director of Institutional Advancement, at [email protected] or (610) 332-5291. Annual Day of Giving By Robin Flemming A mere potential nor’easter was not enough to stop Moravian Academy’s second annual Day of Giving on March 8th. The campaign, 1742minutes.com, surpassed the success of the school’s first Day of Giving in 2017, raising $48,068 over last year’s $40,958.

Erica D’Agostino, ’91, parent and trustee, inspired giving with her challenge to give $2,000 upon reaching 240 donors. Parents, alumni, faculty and staff, grandparents, and parents of alumni enthusiastically stepped up to meet that challenge and support the Day of Giving. Throughout the day, volunteers and the Moravian Lion were active on campus, sharing information with parents and making calls on behalf of the Day of Giving. The campaign was further promoted on Moravian Academy’s social media pages, featuring donors hourly throughout the 1,742 minutes campaign.

The Day of Giving video, which appeared on the main page of the campaign, was created by student Kalli Miller ’19. Of the 327 donors who give to this year’s campaign, 49% were parents, 30% were alumni, 17% were faculty and staff, 8% were students, 5% were parents of alumni, and 2% were grandparents.

All gifts to the 1,742 minutes campaign are part of the Annual Fund and immediately go toward the school’s operating budget. These gifts also count toward the $480,000 goal for this fiscal year’s Annual Fund. These gifts support faculty development, maintenance of historic and new facilities, enhanced technology, and financial aid. Parents Susan Blobe and Lou Cinquino are co-chairs of this year’s Annual Fund. The Day of Giving was first conceived last year under the leadership of Mr. Cinquino and former Annual Fund Co-chair Michelle Schmidt. JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 19 lifetime and yet not nearly long enough. He INSTITUTIONAL was respected and admired by absolutely everyone; students and faculty alike. To me, ADVANCEMENT as I’m sure to many of you, he is the person- ification of the time and place.” NEWS In an email, Michael Weinman ’80 shared: “Ben was just comfortable in his skin and saw no need to be anything other than who he was. And part of that comfort came from being at Moravian Academy. The memorial benches placement near the woodworking studio is quite apt as Ben had later em- barked on a career in woodworking. I can imagine students at Moravian today sitting on the benches sharing confidences, telling stories and making lifelong friendships. That would have made him happy.”

WE RECOGNIZE AND THANK THE DONORS TO THIS PROJECT: Ms. Carolyn E. Adamcik ’76 Mrs. Barbara Jones Belshaw ’77 REMEMBERING Mrs. Peggy Peters Cook ’77 Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Donches Ben Branscom ’77 Ms. Rochelle Feinberg GB Davy Associates Reunion Weekend is usually a time of cel- er, just like we did in the 1970s! The Ben Mrs. Michele Long Graffis ’77 Mr. Neil E. Johnson ’73 ebration and camaraderie. But this fall, for Branscom Benches allow students to take Ms. Carolyn B. Kennedy ’77 members of the Class of 1977, it was also a breath during their busy and sometimes Mr. Karl T. Peters ’80 a time of reflection and remembrance of a stressful days and connect with their friends. Mrs. Margery Peters classmate gone too soon. And that time, those shared memories, Mr. Jack M. Raymond, Jr. ’78 those friendships are for life.” Mr. William K. Rhodin ’76 Ben Vincent Branscom ’77, of Auburn, Ms. Stacey J. Scholl ’78 Maine, passed away on February 10, 2015. The benches were dedicated in a ceremony Mrs. Karen Sartin Slevin ’78 When classmates learned of the news, they on Saturday, October 14th. Many class- Mrs. Cameron Adams Soroko ’77 mobilized to create a special fundraising mates shared a tribute about Ben, both at Ms. Jessica D. Waldman ’78 project to honor his memory. They envi- the ceremony and on social media. Mr. Cameron D. Warner, Jr. ’76 sioned the creation of a special seating area Mr. Jonathan P. Warner ’78 “Ben was a very caring and kind person Mr. Jay Weinman ’77 on the Merle-Smith campus where students, who always wore a smile! He had a zest for Mr. Michael A. Weinman ’80 faculty, and alumni could relax and reflect. talking and complimenting others,” recalled Ms. Janet A. Young ’77 Michele Long Graffis ’77. “Ben was an ‘MA The project came to fruition prior to Lifer’ and enriched my life since kindergar- the Class of 1977’s 40th Reunion. Three ten. The benches that were placed in Ben’s PHOTO top left: Back Row L to R: Barbara Jones Belshaw ’77, bluestone benches were installed on the honor signify a place to take a break and Janet Young ’77, Frank Schramm ’77, Michael Maass ’77 lawn along the drop-off/pick-up lane as a Jay Weinman ’77, Peggy Peters Cook ’77, catch up with a friend. The dedication of Front Row L to R: Ron Hertz ’77, Michele Long Graffis ’77, memorial to Branscom. The placement, near Ben’s benches brought many old friends Cameron Adams Soroko ’77 the Van S. Merle-Smith Woodworking Stu- together in honor of dio, pays homage to Branscom’s passion for him and the friend- woodworking. Classmate Peggy Peters Cook ships we share. We The Ben Branscom Benches ’77 stated, “It’s something Ben – actually all were truly blessed to of us – would have enjoyed as students.” have Ben in our lives!”

“One of the best parts of my ‘lifer’ Moravi- Jay Weinman ’77 an experience was enjoying the Green Pond shared on Facebook, campus and all it offers. That includes the “Ben was the first times before and after school or taking a person I met as a new break with friends,” said Cook. “BENCH is boarding student an extensor of BEN - where students now at Moravian. His snap and text, or simply hang out togeth- friendship lasted a

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PIANO DEDICATION IN CHAPEL e welcomed April with special philanthropy-themed interests, and talents, going to make the community or the chapels in each division. world a better place? Find what drives you…Remember W that philanthropy can take many forms, and it is each of our On April 4, Marissa Zondag ’09 shared her thoughts with the Low- responsibilities to contribute any way we can.” er and Middle Schools. She closed with: “At Moravian one of the core principles of its mission statement Following Ballard’s meditation, the rebuilt Steinway piano was is to ‘Help students develop self-respect, dignity, and a concern dedicated in memory of Ruthanne H. Riker, mother of Rob Riker, and respect for others.’ In the classroom, on the field, on the Upper School Chair of the music department.. stage, this mantra of ‘philanthropy’ is a core part of the curriculum that was taught to me and is taught to you every day. According to research done by Patrice Kidd, Middle School Music It’s a part of our Moravian DNA. The coat drive that happens Director, the Steinway was manufactured in 1901, and the original every winter, visiting local senior homes and participating in invoice states that it was “sold and shipped to The Moravian School various disaster relief drives, all of these are a part of our edu- in Bethlehem Pennsylvania.” cation and they are all acts of philanthropy. And I can say from experience that our Moravian DNA stays Kidd shared, “We don’t really know in what places or buildings it with you long after you leave this campus…I hope that you resided in our school at that time, but by 1970, the piano was living too will carry this with you through the rest of your lives and in the CE Auditorium of the Lower School.” know that even the smallest of good deeds you do for others - that’s philanthropy.” By 2007, the piano was no longer able to be tuned and was in need of major restoration work. Ultimately, the project became the The following day, Barbara Ballard ’07 joined us at the Upper “Fund-A-Need” project at the Moravian Academy Auction in 2013. School. She shared: “Each of you is very blessed to be a part of this school. Mora- vian encourages you to think broadly, deeply, and actively. At the same time, it allows you to explore your passions, whether those be math, science, music, literature, studio art, theater - you name it. Moravian creates an environment that fosters curiosity and drive in its students. It also pushes you to be considerate, community-conscious and empathetic citizens. This presents you the unique opportunity and responsibility to Photo (top of page) – Participants in the piano dedication/Upper School Philanthropy Chapel includ- share what you have with others. ed L to R: Alison Riker ’22, Laura Riker, Jonathan Riker ’18, Rob Riker, Tom Zeiner (lead builder on the piano project), former Headmaster Barnaby Roberts, Headmaster Jeff Zemsky, Patrice Kidd, I would like to challenge each of you today to think about Barbara Ballard ’07 Photo bottom left – Barbara Ballard ’07, speaker, Upper School Chapel your ‘why.’ How is what you are doing to develop your skills, Photo bottom right – Marissa Zondag ’09, speaker, Lower/Middle School Chapel JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 21 Valentine’sMA SWEETHEARTS Day

Patrick Conroy ’98 and Hannah Paxton ’98

“Patrick started at MA in eighth grade and I started in 9th. We didn’t date in high school but were good friends. After graduating we lost touch for a while, � but thanks to Dave Eyvazzadeh ’98, who brought Patrick with him as a surprise when visiting me in DC in 2004, we recon- nected. We got married in 2009 and now we have two boys, Pax (7) and Aidric (5), who are in the Spanish Immersion Pro- gram at the Lower School.” Pooja Sharma ’99, Marc Diamond ’98, Hannah Paxton ’98, Alex Weseloh ’98, Sam Barbour ’98, Dave Eyvazzadeh ’98, Patrick Conroy ’98 after a lacrosse game in 1998.

Zachary Cohen ’95 and Ginny Van Antwerpen Cohen ’95

“Zac and I met in 1993 during our sophomore year at the Upper School. We sat near one another in English class, and spent free periods together in the student lounge and the cafete- ria. We were always good friends, and stayed in touch during college. We started dating our senior year of college while Zac was attending the University of Vermont and I was at Penn State. We got engaged (on MA’s Upper School campus, of course!) in 2000 and married in June 2001. Several MA alums were in attendance at our wedding. We currently live in Orefield, PA and have 2 children. Interesting fact: Zac’s brother, MA alum Sam Cohen ’98 married our friend and fellow MA alum Cindi Boderman ’95 in 2009!”

Judson Smull ’32P and Gertrude Miller Smull ’32P

From Mary Smull Arguelles ’72: “My parents, Judson and Gert Smull, went together since the 4th grade. Both graduated from Moravian in 1932, and married in 1937. They had four children who attended Prep: Mary Smull Arguelles ’72, Tom Smull ‘65, Maggie Smull Hopper ’61, and Lou Smull Negley ’57.”

22 MORAVIAN ACADEMY David Hartmann ’62P and Michele Nadeau Hartmann ’72

“The first time we met, I was in eighth grade and David was teaching eighth grade. He was my dear friend Mary Smull Arguelles’ ’72 cousin, and just back from the Peace Corps in Ethiopia. And yes, I had a bit of a crush.

The next time we met, it was twenty-four years later, in God’s Acre, for the 250th anniversary of Moravian Academy. Arranged by Mary and her older sister, Lou, I traveled from Manhattan and David drove up from Maryland so that we could attend the reunion together. I think it went something like, “It’s about time they met.” So we did. That was in May 1992. We were married in the Old Chapel in June 1993 and will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary this year!”

Nick Kochard ’07 and Barbara Ballard ’07

“Nick and I were both “lifers” – attending Kindergarten through 12th grade. We were in the same homeroom all but 4th grade in the Lower School. Our first “official” date was Senior Prom, however we were good friends all the way through our time at Moravian. We stayed together while Nick was at Lehigh, and I was at the University of Pittsburgh. Nick proposed around Christmas 2017 and we plan on getting married the summer of 2019.”

Douglas Woolley ’87 and Elizabeth Newton Woolley ’86 I “Doug and I met at Moravian in 1985 when I was a senior and he was a junior. He was new at school and we had the same math class, a subject I was never very good at! Needless to say, he was better in this class than I was! We really enjoyed our brief time together at Moravian, going to dances and watching each other in our respective sports - for Doug, basketball, for me field hockey.

It seems like such a long time ago, and I guess it really is, over 30 years! In that time we both attended college - Lehigh University for Doug, Parsons School of Design for me. We have three boys, Andrew, Douglas, and William, and have Moravian to thank for bringing us together! We will always remember the wonderful times spent at this very special school.”

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 23 Samuel Cohen ’98 and Cindi Boderman Cohen ’95

“In the summer of 2006, I was home for a bit while living in Chi- cago. Ginny and Zac Cohen, fellow classmates of 1995, invited me to dinner. After accepting the invite, Ginny called and “wanted to make sure it was cool with me that Zac had invited his little brother Sam ’98 over for dinner too.” Sam had just graduated from law school in Boston. The rest is history, despite one night of being trumped by Sam watching Entourage (which he still denies). One year later, we were living together in Philly, and in 2009, were married and relocated to the Lehigh Valley. We now live with our beloved 10 year old basset hound, Dazy. “

Bryan Hollingsworth ’99 and Lesley Ofrichter ’99

“Lesley and I went on our first date around October of 1996, watching the grossly inappropriate first date movie “Sleepers” (not “Sleeper) at the Ritz The- ater off of Rte. 33. Although Lesley claims this was not a date at all, it was the beginning of a deep connection. We officially started dating on the first weekend in September 1998, having spent the interceding two years exchanging mix tapes and going out for slices of pizza and talking (a lot) on the phone. I think it was this friendship that was the immutable foundation for everything that was to follow from that point on. After graduating Moravian, Lesley spent a year in France, and then four years in college on the West Coast, but we both ended up in Boston after graduations and started building our lives together there. We moved in to our first apartment together in 2006 in Cambridge, bumping around the metro area until buying our first house in Malden three years ago this month. We got married at Malden City Hall in August of 2015, and had a ceremony in my parents’ backyard the following month, co-officiated by our sisters Maddy Ofricher ’03 and Janet Hollingsworth ’02. A large dance party followed, as evidenced by the accompanying photo.”

Daniel Eyvazzadeh ’96 and Megan Butler Eyvazzadeh ’96

“Megan and I met in 7th grade French class, and it was NOT love at first sight (even though Megan’s mom predicted our wedding on Vespers night!). We were friends until Upper School AP Biology, where we actually had “chemistry.” In 1996, we were Senior Prom dates, and the “rest is history” as our four active MA students would say!”

24 MORAVIAN ACADEMY Mike Koughan ’89 and Laura Lynn Ward ‘92

“Mike and I met in Frau Matel’s second period French class, for which he was never prepared, in 1988. We clicked right away and always laughed at the same things. Mike graduated that Spring and we went our separate ways, but with so many lifelong Moravian friends in common, our paths crossed and we dated frequently, always keeping in touch over the years. We finally made it official in April of 2017.”

Alexander Pena ‘11 and Juliana Gale ‘09

“Alex and I met at Moravian his freshman year, my junior year in Outdoor Ed. ‘Pena’ (I did not call him Alex back then) was my best friend who loved outdoor ed as much as me and was also on my bus where lots of fun was always had. Once I left for college we kept in touch as best friends do and when I moved to Boston to start my sophomore year there, he started visiting. It was during this time we decided to give it a go, his Moravian senior year (I went to his prom and graduation). Everything worked out and in 2015 we both made the move to California. Here, we are both eating way too much in Long Beach and loving every mouthful, much to our bellies chagrin. Alex is managing a large GameStop in Torrance while I’m a Production Coordinator at a local video production company. “

Jeff Frankenfield ‘65P and Nancy Fillman Frankenfield ‘64P

“We did not technically meet at Moravian, but in a Junior League ballroom dancing class in 3rd grade. We met again when Jeff came to Prep in 1962 and sat across the room in Spanish class. I thought he was looking at my friend sitting next to me, but he swears to this day he was actually looking at me! Fifty-six years later, we’re looking forward to our 50th wedding anniversary in June!”

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 25 ALUMNI NEWS COAST TO COAST CALLING ALL ALUMNI Moravian Academy will continue its coast to coast tour throughout the year. Over the next few months, Bob Zaiser, Director of Institutional Advancement, or another member of the Advance- ment Office will be visiting with alumni in geographic areas including Georgia (Atlanta, Savannah, and Hilton Head), South Carolina, New York City metro- politan area, Pittsburgh, Ohio, Philadel- phia and Washington, DC.

Thanks to Neil Johnson ’73 and Mary Ann Groner ’74 for organizing our recent California event at Saddle Ranch on the famous Sunset Strip. In the past several years, we have Pictured here, L to R: Bob Allen, Mary Ann Groner ’74, Bob Zaiser, Tyler Thomas ’12, Neil Johnson ’73, Michael Walker ’97, Jules Gale ’09, visited with alumni in New York, Wash- Alex Kahan ’08, Jordan Will-Weber’10, Carlos Estrada ’08, Uday Gupta ’90, Nina Hart ’17. In front, Oliver Scott ’17. ington, Baltimore, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Boston, Chicago, Miami, Tampa, Nashville, Dal- las, Denver, Orlando and Charlotte.

These meetings traditionally are one- on-one, in small groups, or sometimes in larger gatherings depending on the locations. Please be on the lookout for email invitations. To help organize a gathering or schedule a personal Thanks to Eric Kuhn ’89 for hosting a gathering at his home in New York City. meeting, contact Bob Zaiser, Director Front “row,” L to R: Jeff Zemsky, Pete Tabbot ’86, guest of Adam Saunders, Liz Hartmann-Dow ’06, Jessica Kim ’06, Zoe Briggs ’12, of Institutional Advancement, at Sarah Brown ’12, Damian Morel ’12, Laurie Wagner ’09, John Puleo ’09, Bryan Abbott ’09, Dimitri Roscioli ’10, Samantha Steele ’11, [email protected] or (610) 332-5291. Jason Kuhn ’87, and Eric Kuhn ’89. Back “row,” L to R: Tom Bross, Ali Bujnowski ’02, Adam Saunders ’96, Clay Reibman ’05, Tamar Juda ’01, Brendan Young ’05, Veron- ica Fischmann ’06, Andrew McNellis ’05, Ed Schwartz ’93, Ryan Papir ’93, Josh Krawitz ’08, Kevin Welch ’08, and Bryan Kim ’07. Missing from photo: Gillian Kindel ’03

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! There are many ways to reconnect with your alma mater! If you have some time to give, volunteers are needed in the following areas: A VIRTUAL CELEBRATION CLASS AGENTS Act as a liaison between Moravian Academy and your class, sharing informa- OF OUR 276TH BIRTHDAY! tion and soliciting feedback, receiving class notes and updating information, Alumni and friends from across the and stewarding class fundraising efforts for the Annual Fund and Benigna nation came together to Salute Cup Challenge. Moravian and Say Hello on May 3 and REUNION CLASS CHAIRS 4, 2018. Events were held on several Help plan and promote attendance at your milestone reunions. This year, our college campuses, at many East focus will be on the reunion years ending in “3” and “8.” Coast locations, and as far away as Australia! It certainly was a special REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS time to celebrate Moravian Academy Communicate with alumni in your region and help plan local events. and each other. Visit our website and YOUNG ALUMNI NETWORK our Facebook page to view photos Provide input on events and activities for our recent graduates (10 years or less). from the events!

26 MORAVIAN ACADEMY V FOLLOW MA Save the Date for the Moravian Academy GOLF OUTING KEEP IN TOUCH WITH US MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Send us your class notes on the enclosed notecard and we will include your news in We are heading back to Lehigh Country Club for the next issue of the Moravian Academy another outstanding round of golf and we hope Journal. Pictures are welcome and can you plan to join us. Last year’s event had over be sent via email. Also, be sure to send us your current contact information so 90 golfers, and we are aiming for more this year! we can keep you up-to-date with alumni Would you like to get involved with planning the news and upcoming events! Golf Outing? If so, please contact Jess McPherson in the Office of Institutional Advancement at For more information on any of the alumni opportunities listed here, contact Tracy [email protected]. Bozik, Director of Alumni Relations, at [email protected] or (610) 332-5282.

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Gail Strahler Schaffer Lloyd P. “Buck” Jones ’75 and his first grandchild, Liam Carolyn Kennedy ’77, Barbara Jones Belshaw ’77, Peggy ’69S with her equine Patrick Jones Peters Cook ’77 (pictured L to R) celebrate their 40th friend, Marquesa Reunion at the home of Michele Long Graffis ’77. DEATHS NEWS OF NOTE 1975 Susan T. Bryan ’61P, of Bethlehem, 1966 Lloyd P. “Buck” Jones ’75 and his PA, passed away on September 14, wife, Terri, welcomed their first grand- 2017. child, Liam Patrick Jones, into the By trade, Lawrence Fox ’66P is a family on February 26, 2018. Parents Lehigh Valley attorney who also “dab- Shirley Shine Dyer, of Bethlehem, PA, and baby are doing well. (see photos bles” as a playwright. He shared that he above) passed away on March 18, 2018. She had a production showing at the Penn- was the mother of David Dyer ‘75 and sylvania Playhouse in early May titled, grandmother of Amy Dyer Terzian ‘06. “The Obituary I’m Dying To Write.” The 1977 play revolves around eight elderly res- Sara Vosburgh Glenn ’68S, of idents of the county nursing home dis- On Reunion Weekend, Michele Long Cincinnati, OH, passed away on De- cussing the drafting of their obituaries. Graffis ’77 welcomed classmates to cember 4, 2017. “The Obituary I’m Dying To Write” was her Bethlehem home in celebration of the 2012 grand prize winner of the live their 40th Reunion. (see photos above June Weidner Holt, of Bethlehem, PA, juried competition held by the Shawnee and below) passed away on January 22, 2018. She Playhouse located in Shawnee on the was the mother of Deborah Holt Weil Delaware, Pennsylvania. ’70P and Richard Holt ’74 and grandmother of Emily Holt ’16 and Olivia Holt ’16. 1969

Joseph Kimock, Jr. ’51P, of Bethlehem, Debbie Applegate ’69S is living in PA, passed away on January 6, 2018. Florida, and retired from teaching high school and architectural design work. Dr. Astrid Kromayer, of Bethlehem, She says, “I miss the north and its Michele Long Graffis ’77 hosted the 40th Reunion for the PA, passed away on February 19, 2018. seasons, and plan to more north again Class of 1977. Pictured L to R: Graffis, Janet Young ’77, She taught Spanish at Moravian Pre- sometime. I enjoy the alumni news Jean Armstrong Nick ’77 paratory School (MPS) from 1958-1963. about some familiar classmates!” Her daughters, Edvige “Vige” Kromayer Barrie and Annette On a recent trip to visit her sister, Kromayer Bonner, both attended MPS. Cindy Strahler Rhodes ’65S, Gail Strahler Schaffer ’69S met a new George S. Lane, Jr. ’77, of Bath, PA, equine friend, Marquesa. She says, passed away on February 12, 2018. “These horses are trotters at the Hochstetler Stables in Taylortown, North Carolina. Cindy knows the own- Kirsten Otto Sheets ’83, of Nokomis, Jay Weinman ’77, Barbara Jones Belshaw ’77, Peggy FL, passed away on February 5, 2018. er very well and she invited us to the Peters Cook ’77, and Michele Long Graffis ’77 (Pictured stable to see the horses.” (see photo L to R) celebrate their 40th reunion at Graffis’ home in above) Bethlehem. 28 MORAVIAN ACADEMY CLASS NOTES

Paula Roscioli ’83 shared this picture of (pictured L to R) of her Peter Tabbot ’86 pictured with the Michael Howard ’95 and his wife, Anne, plan to author the world’s first book on sons, Nicholas Battisti ’18 and Alexander Battisti ’14, skiing with New Jersey Commissioner of Health, glamping in North America. Henry, son of Ted Rosenberger ’84 and Kevin Sprague. Catherine Bennett.

1983/1984 books: Falcon Guides!” The couple will Virginia Gabriel Vidoni ’70P shared author the world’s first book on glamp- that Gabriel Vidoni ’00 was recently Paula Roscioli ’83 shared a photo ing in North America. He continues, recognized by the Federal Bureau of (seen above) of her “boys skiing with “Since summer 2017, we’ve been se- Investigation. He currently serves as their buddy, Henry.” cretly scouting glamping destinations Assistant US Attorney, District of across the continent. We’ve found New Jersey. some amazing places and will continue 1986 our hunt for the next six months, from Karley Biggs Sebia ’00 filmed this Canada to Panama. If you know any year’s introduction for the SteelStacks Peter Tabbot ’86 has served as Rock- inspiring accommodations in the great High School Jazz Band Showcase, away Township’s Health Officer for outdoors, please email us at which aired on WFMZ-TV 69 News in over six years, overseeing the provision [email protected].” early April. (see photo on page 30) of public and environmental health (see photo) services to approximately 60,000 2005 residents across five municipalities. In Michelle Saner D’Antoni ’95 says, “I late October, he was recipient of the am working as a Strategic Communi- New Jersey Public Health Associa- Alison Hudak reports that her daugh- cations Advisor for Saudi Aramco, the ter, Meredith Hudak Breitenbach ’05, tion’s highest honor, the 2017 Dennis world’s top exporter of crude oil and J. Sullivan Award, which recognizes welcomed her second baby last month. natural gas liquids. I am currently living Meredith currently serves as the Global dedicated public service in improving and working at their headquarters in public health in New Jersey. In Decem- E-Commerce Channel Manager at Saudi Arabia.” 3M’s Home Care Division. ber, he received the Lifetime Achieve- ment Award from the New Jersey Local Boards of Health Association. He has 2000 2008 spent 26 years working in the field of public health, and is pictured here Charles Anderson ’00 says, “I’ve Patrick Klemm ’08 recently got a new with the New Jersey Commissioner of worked in the community for the last job as the E-commerce Manager for Health, Catherine Bennett. (see photo ten years helping to bring the message Five Below in Philadelphia. He also above) to stop the violence. When the oppor- shared, “Alex Kahan ‘08 and I contin- tunity presented itself, I saw that run- ue our annual tradition of traveling to 1995 ning for Mayor of New Orleans would an Eagles away game. This year, we bring my message to a larger audience. went to Kansas City, MO for the Chiefs And what better way to make a splash game and even met up with another After publishing Ultimate Journeys for in my city than to release a rap video? Two for National Geographic Books ‘08 grad who now lives in Missouri, Will To my surprise, it went viral locally.” To Pittman. The three of us are already last fall, Michael Howard ’95 and his view the video, visit www.moravianac- wife, Anne, are working on another planning our next away game trip to ademy.org/alumnipress. New Orleans, LA later this year.” book. He says, “We just inked a book deal with North America’s largest publisher of outdoor recreation guide- JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 29 CLASS NOTES

Karley Biggs Sebia ’00 Marissa Zondag ’09 and her sister, Justin Walker ’10 and his wife, Olivia, with their first child, Charlotte Mallory Zondag ’12 Catherine Walker.

2009 lege when I was a freshman in a West 2015 African dance class. I graduated from Marissa Zondag ’09 shares that she the University of South Carolina with a Jack McCambridge ’15 was one of 33 and her sister, Mallory Zondag ’12, major in Women’s and Gender Stud- players from across the nation named recently visited the Netherlands in cel- ies and a minor in women’s health. I to the College Sports Information Di- ebration of their Opa’s 90th birthday. bartended my way through college, rectors of America (CoSIDA) Academic (see photo above) and volunteered in different women’s All-America Men’s Soccer Team for Di- shelters. I also helped South Carolina’s vision III. A three-year starter at outside After serving for over two years as Tal- Department of Educational Television back for Carnegie Mellon University, ent Acquisition Coordinator at the Uni- produce a series of podcasts about Jack finished the year with a 1.04 goals versity of Southern California, Stefanie intimate partner violence. When I grad- against average and seven shutouts. Zumas ’09 was recently promoted to uated, I accepted a job with People for As a junior, he maintains a 4.0 GPA as Talent Acquisition Partner and Analyst the Ethical Treatment of Animals Foun- a mechanical engineering major with a in the university’s Human Resources dation as their Associate Philanthropic minor in business administration. Division. Specialist, and moved to Norfolk, VA. It was a new position within the organization, and I worked for eight months ALUMNI IN THE NEWS 2010 to help them develop a pipeline of 1988 high-profile donors. It was a wonderful Justin Walker ’10 and his wife, Olivia, experience, and close to my heart as a Fuisz Pharma Managing Member welcomed their first child, Charlotte lover of animals. I had not intended to Joseph Fuisz ’88 recently publicly Catherine Walker, into the world on work in development, but it was a good announced the issuance of a new July 24, 2017. (see photo above) jump-start to my career.” Since relocat- patent concerning the manufacture

ing, she is currently searching for a new of oral thin film pharmaceuticals. He 2011 position in the human rights field. remarked, “Our goal with this patent was to simplify film manufacture, and Trevor Parkes ’11 is currently in law Jacob Wetzel ’12 was the production increase process yield. We’ve exceed- school at the University of Michigan. designer for the movie “Getting Grace,” ed these goals with a new, patented which was released nationally in March methodology that also allows for novel 2012 2018. The film features many familiar formulations that cannot be made with Bethlehem locations. To view the trail- existing methodologies. This enables er, visit www.moravianacademy.org/ Meghan Woods ’12 was recently new targets in film, not previously alumnipress. engaged to Austin Musfeldt and is possible, and novel formulations that planning a November 2018 wedding are not subject to copycat products.” in Columbia, SC. Musfeldt is an officer 2014 To view the announcement, visit www. moravianacademy.org/alumnipress. and pilot in the Marine Corps, and the Max Fisher ’14 studied abroad in couple has relocated to Pensacola, Japan for the fall 2017 semester. He FL. Meghan shares, “We met in col- will graduate from Hobart and William Smith Colleges in the spring of 2018. 30 MORAVIAN ACADEMY CLASS NOTES

Nicollette Amico ’14 Adrianna DiMarco ’16

1997

Jacqueline Ostfeld ’97 was interviewed and in an article published by WXYZ, a news station based in Detroit, detailing a recent Sierra Club grant which will help to reopen Scout Hol- low, Detroit’s only campground. Ostfeld CAMPUS VISITORS serves as the associate director of the Sierra Club Outdoors Campaign. To Carolyn Davis Hedges ’97 presented “Online Identity: What is it anyway?” at view the article, visit www.moravianac- a recent Upper School Assembly. She said, “I wanted to explain to students ademy.org/alumnipress. that, whether they like it or not, their online activity is a curation of their personal brand. I described the notion of context collapse, when the intended 2003 audience for your messages is not always who you think it is...I emphasized how important it is to take responsibility for how we behave on social media; Roman Molino Dunn ’03 was recently who we are online should reflect who we are offline. The desire for likes, interviewed by IndieActivity, an online shares, comments, popularity, etc. can cloud our ethical vision and we can publication covering film news for active filmmakers and fans worldwide, make unfortunate choices that lead to real world repercussions.” Hedges is about his work as a composer. Molino the Faculty Program Director at the Newhouse School of Communications at Dunn owns Mirrortone Studios in New Syracuse University. York City, and has composed and pro- duced music for advertising agencies The Lower School welcomed alumni visitors during Social Studies Week. and corporations, for television com- Nicollette Amico ’14 shared information about Belgium with 3rd grade, and mercials, TV shows, short films, feature films, radio, and Internet campaigns. To answered a lot of questions about currency (Euros) and cuisine (Belgian view the article, visit www.moravianac- waffles). During her visit with second grade students, Adrianna DiMarco ademy.org/alumnipress. ’16 talked about the different regions of Italy and places of historical signifi- cance, sharing photos and mementos. (see photos)

In early January, members of the Class of 2015 returned to campus to share information about their college selection process and campus experiences with juniors and sophomores at the Upper School. (see photo above)

L to R: Stephan Joseph ’15, Cornell University; Joseph Brau ’15, University of Pennsylvania; Jeffrey Brown ’15, Tufts University; Vicki Tahos ’15, Lehigh University; Tim Wolak ’15, Lehigh University; Brooke Talsania ’15, Hamilton College; Giselle Ferguson ’15, The College of William and Mary; Brooke Lichak ’15, Lehigh University.

JOURNAL | SPRING 2018 31 GAPP I once taught at MPS. It was in the fall of 1946. Having escaped a near- EXTENSION SCHOOL death experience from the previous Dr. J. Walter Gapp was at the helm of Moravian Preparatory School from 1944 to administration,“ MPS was experienc- 1960. A seasoned professional educator, he previously held posts as an English ing a revival due to the GI Bill and teacher at Bethlehem High School and an assistant principal at Liberty High a competent new principal, Walter School. Gapp. The school was inundated Prep was quickly on the mend, but it was Gapp’s shrewd, wholly new idea that with returning vets striving to com- soon restored completely the school’s finances and led it into an era of unprec- plete their high school education. edented prosperity. The Veteran’s Administration, armed with GI Bill funding, And teachers were in very short would cover the cost of preparatory instruction for returning soldiers unable supply. In desperation I’m sure, to meet college entrance requirements. Several of Gapp’s former Liberty High students sought his help, and he quickly seized the opportunity both to provide a Gapp asked me, a nineteen-year-old needed service and to help his school financially. senior at Lehigh, to teach a class in Plane Geometry. The postgraduate extension school operated within MPS, and initially enrolled 18 veterans. By 1946, there were 78 veterans learning alongside 129 regular students. The class met in what I regarded as “Miss Schwarze’s Room,” the NW When the GI educational funding ended in 1955, Gapp was confident that the room on the second floor. It con- program would still attract non-veterans needing additional college preparation, stating, “Our postgraduate and summer school activities [may well] gradually sisted of about 35 vets, every one develop as our major contribution to high school education in the Lehigh Valley.” of them several years older than I. Somehow I managed to get through Upon Gapp’s retirement in 1960, The Reverend Eugene Glasser, Honorary Alum- the course. To my relief, I had no nus, continued the momentum. In 1961, the program was relocated to the former Neisser School building on Wall Street and officially named the J. Walter Gapp problem with control. These were Extension School. The postgraduate program operated until the early 1970’s. serious students! Some of them

even came to me for advice on such Reference: “Mind Body & Spirit: Moravian Academy 1742-1992 ,” co-authored by things as getting into college. Susan M. Swasta, Ph.D. and Richard D. Krohn, Ph.D. I also taught Health once a week to a class of perhaps ten 8th“ graders. That baptism of fire gave me some priceless credentials and started me on a lifelong teaching career. – Frederick “Fritz” Stocker ’44P

Photo far left: Dr. J. Walter Gapp Photo left: Prep’s veterans of the Class of 1948 32 MORAVIAN ACADEMY NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR Each year, the Moravian Academy Alumni Association recognizes REUNION WEEKEND Distinguished Alumni during Alumni Reunion Weekend. We need your input for 2018 nom- OCTOBER 12-14, 2018 inees. Award criteria and the nomination form can be found at Alumni/ae from Moravian Seminary for Girls, Moravian www.moravianacademy.org/dis- Preparatory School and Moravian Academy are invited tinguishedalumni. back to campus to reconnect with friends and former Additionally, nominations are also being accepted for candidates for classmates, faculty and administration. Interested in the Athletic Hall of Fame. Current helping to plan weekend or class-specific activities? members, selection criteria and the nomination form can be found Contact the Alumni Office at at www.moravianacademy.org/ [email protected] or (610) 332-5282. halloffame.

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