THE NA T IO N 'S OLDES T ON THE WEB: COU nt RY DAY SC HOOL www.pingry.org/stu- NEWSPAPER dents/therecord.html VOLUME CXXXV, NUMBER 7 The Pingry School, Martinsville, New Jersey JUNE 7, 2009 COMMENCEMENT 2009 130 Seniors Pursue Passions with The Pingry Community Bids Independent Study Projects Farewell to Mr. William Frye pared for his role as Whizzer perience, Will also met artists, who had Mr. Frye for class always open. Even when By SHAAN GURNANI (IV) in the spring musical “March writers, and performers. By SHAAN GURNANI (IV) this year, felt that he was a he’s flooded with what seems & ANISHA MOHIN (IV) of the Falsettos.” Taking a Trans-Atlantic After three years as an great teacher, “especially like hundreds of kids getting Beginning May 7, 130 se- Lindsey James and Eliza Tour, Elizabeth Roberts pur- Athletic Trainer and a Health because you know that he taped up before practice, you niors dropped their classes in Ricciardi wrote a series of re- sued her painting passion. She teacher at Pingry, Mr. Wil- has a medical background were always welcome to go order to pursue their interests lated scenes which combined toured art galleries in London liam Frye will be leaving the as a trainer, where he applies in and get ice, get water, or through Independent Study comedy and drama. They – specifically Renaissance school to work as an Athletic things we learn.” Henry Gad- just talk.” Projects (ISPs). Seniors ex- were responsible for memo- and Impressionist exhibits. Trainer for Wellsboro High sden, who also had Mr. Frye, Finally, Will Pinke (V) perimented with everything rizing lines, obtaining props, She then used the trip as an School in Wellsboro, Penn- added, “He was fun and usu- summed up the majority from art and internships to building a set, and organizing inspiration and applied the sylvania. He decided to work ally interesting in class.” of students’ feelings about travel and volunteer work, and rehearsing the show. Mr. painting styles she saw into in Wellsboro because both Jason Reitman (IV) praised Mr. Frye. “I’ve never seen with many presenting their Al Romano helped the pair her own work. Mr. and Mrs. Frye “live in Mr. Frye, saying, “He always anyone give CPR to a baby projects on June 3 at the an- workshop their scenes. Following two of her pas- Easton, Pennsylvania and mannequin so gracefully,” nual ISP Night. Marguerite Bonadies and sions, Hannah Goldstein work in the area.” As Mr. Mr. Frye was always he said. Mr. Frye, who first came Catherine Lipper put on learned how to tango and cre- Frye explained, “It has be- there to help out, no ARTS “Ludlow Fair,” a play set in ated a dress collection. She come very tough for us to to Pingry for the 2006-2007 the 1960s about two room- took tango classes on week- raise our two year old son. matter how big or small school year, feels that Pingry Abram Bernstein, An- mates. The two worked with days at Dance Manhattan. Ad- The commute was difficult has been “a great place to drew Stubbs, Shivan Bhav- the costumes, props, makeup, ditionally, she created dresses for us and our son because the injury. work.” Previously, he went to nani, and Dan Levin pursued and lighting design to emulate and accented these pieces with of the daily traffic. Also, we Hazleton Area High School in Hazleton, Pennsylania, their musical interests and the 1960s. jewelry and accessories. didn’t know what the future knows what is hurting, and and then graduated from made an album. They re- Sarah Paton and Joel Beh- To further her interest in would hold when schooling he always knows what to do Lock Haven University. corded, edited, and produced rman interned at New York’s fashion, Danielle Lashley cre- became a concern.” to make it better. He’s awe- “I really enjoyed working the album from start to finish. Irondale Theater. They had ated her own clothing line. She As an Athletic Trainer, some.” with the students both in the They also tried to score gigs the opportunity to work with designed outfits, purchased Mr. Frye’s “main responsi- Randy Falk (IV) agreed, classroom and on the field,” and performed at ISP Night. lights, sounds, and set and fabric and other such supplies, bilities have been to assess, saying “Mr. Frye was al- he said, emphasizing that Staying involved with Pin- experienced the actors’ life- and then made the outfits. evaluate, and treat injuries; ways there to help out, no he will miss “the students gry’s music department, Talia style. They gained perspective For her ISP, Averill Mo- offer rehabilitation for inju- matter how big or small the and interacting with my col- Hughes took voice lessons into the world of theater, both rash crocheted. She made a ries; maintain and manage injury.” leagues.” with Mr. Jay Winston and backstage and onstage. Pingry pillow, a handbag out the athletic training room; Myles Bristow (V), who Mr. Frye will be leaving arranged music for the Bal- Michael Doliner produced of plastic bags, and a blanket, and act as the middle man for was “never really injured,” Pingry with several great ladeers. As President, Talia a spring musical: “March of among other projects. She parents for doctors’ appoint- appreciated the “laid back memories that he will “never wanted to stay involved with the Falsettos.” He held audi- then sold her items during ments and rehab.” While environment of his office.” forget.” These include Mr. the group: she also sat in and tions, conceptualized and built ISP night. these responsibilities are “Mr. Frye made everyone Shilts’ pregame pep talks. “I helped the girls prepare for the set, and directed the entire Matthew Ford tanned all geared towards student really comfortable.,” he said. just couldn’t understand their year-end concert. In show. hides to create several leather athletes, they often extend “Mr. Frye was always willing him,” he joked. Mr. Frye addition, Talia performed in To gain a further under- products, including gloves, to students and faculty who to let me hang out in the of- will also “remember travel- a recital at the end of May to standing of the world of the- blankets, shoes, and belts. He may not be associated with a fice and always ready to have ing with the football team showcase her vocal progress. ater, Will Weldon worked sold these to raise money for particular sport. a conversation.” and going through the highs To benefit his singing ca- at New York’s National Arts an FOP charity. As a health teacher, Mr. Will Bartlett (IV) agreed, and lows of the season, be- reer, Brian Hart learned how Club. He helped to plan, or- Frye taught CPR and First saying “I think what will to play the piano. He also took ganize, and set up different Aid to all sophomores in Continued on Page 10 be missed most about Mr. Continued on Page 13 weekly voice lessons and pre- daily events. Through this ex- Health 10. Matt Stone (IV), Frye is how his door was SENIOR REFLECTIONS SENIOR AWARDS CLASS OF 1902 EMBLEM SCHOOL NEWS SPORTS P. 2—5 P. 6 P. 8-9 P. 10-14 P. 16 2 THE PINGRY RECORD SENIOR REFLECTIONS JUNE 7, 2009 EDITORIAL When I think back to the four years I’ve spent at Pingry, the first thing that comes to mind is friendship. What made my experi- ence incredible are the people who have touched me at one point or another – the teachers, fellow students, coaches, and mentors. When I first walked under the clock tower as a clueless freshman, I had no idea how I would fit in and find my place here. But it was only a few days before I felt completely at home amongst my new classmates, hanging out in the cafeteria during our frees and hitting the tennis courts in the afternoons. When Club Fair came, I visited every booth and signed up for a dozen clubs that all seemed fascinating. Between classes, clubs, and sports, I suddenly had a packed schedule that I hoped would let me take advantage of all that Pingry offers. But I soon learned that it is pretty much impossible to truly im- merse yourself in everything at Pingry. There are so many choices and opportunities for every interest and passion you can think of that it’s easy to overwhelm yourself by taking on too many. But the beauty of Pingry is that you can tailor it to what you want out of your education. Whether you’re thinking of becoming a star athlete, a Broadway actor, or a renowned scholar, Pingry will give you a solid foundation that will help you reach all your aspirations. And it’s all the better if you don’t know where you’re headed in the future (like me), because you have the full freedom to go ahead and be bold, trying out different activities and classes to discover where your interests lie. Every club and team will welcome you with open arms, and it will take no time for you to find your own niche (or, more accurately, niches) in the tight-knit community. For me, senior year stands out as by far the best year I’ve had. From freshman to junior year, I admit I was so focused on academ- ics that I didn’t have much time for extracurriculars or anything besides work, for that matter. Nevertheless, I don’t look back upon those years as anything but fun and challenging.