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RUMSEY HALL SCHOOLRarebits

Fall/Winter 2013 - 2014

CAMPUS CENTEROpened January 6, 2014!

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MISSION Rumsey Hall School is committed to a whole child approach to education and believes that teaching academics and teaching an attitude of mind are of equal importance. The School emphasizes effort as a criterion for success and is dedicated to helping each child develop toward his or her maximum stature as an educated person, a successful member of a family and a contributing member of a community.

BOARD OF TRUSTEESChairman: Everett P. Smith III P ’04, ’05 | Greenwich, CT Vice Chairman: Nicholas N. Solley ’64 | Washington, CT Headmaster: Thomas W. Farmen P ’97, ’99 | Washington Depot, CT

James Baker IV P ’10 | McLean, VAMary Barbour P ’14 | Sewickley, PAGary Cole P ’01 | Leawood, KSJamie Connor P ’10, ’13 | New York, NYTina Couch ’94 | New York, NYGretchen Farmer P ’99, ’02 | Washington Depot, CTLouis Gardella ’72, P ’09, ’09 | Rowayton, CTFrank Gavel ’78, P ’13, ’15 | Newtown, CTThomas Gordon ’82, P ‘14 | South Norwalk, CTDian Griesel P ’15, ’19 | Washington Depot, CTCraig Henrich P ’13, ‘14 | Darien, CTLoren Kagan ‘01 | Philadelphia, PAJon Neuhaus ’87 | Hermosa Beach, CAJames J. Pates Jr. ’47, P ’86 | Lexington, MAPaul Sarris P ’06, ’08, ’11, ’14 | Litchfield, CTTed Seibert P ’92 | Ridgefield, CTThomas Sheehy III P ’00 | New Milford, CTElizabeth Schereschewsky ’56 Stout | Bloomfield, CTEx Officio:Treasurer: Karen Scodari, Business Manager/CFO | Watertown, CTSecretary of Corporation: Julie Fredlund, Executive Assistant | New Preston, CTCarol Maxwell P ‘07, ‘09, ‘15, ‘17, Director of Development | Roxbury, CT

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Carol M axwell P ’07, ’09, ’15, ’17Director of Development

Jessica LewisDirector of CommunicationDesign and Layout

Ashley Farmen P ’97, ’99 Copy Editor

Peter ZendtAlumni Coordinator

Trish SilvernailAdministrative Assistant to Development

Special thanks to Phil Dutton and Rumsey Faculty, Staff, Parents and Students who contributed photographs.

Rumsey Hall School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion or disability in admission or employment in its programs and activities.

Rumsey Hall School201 Romford RoadWashington Depot, CT06794

860.868.0535www.rumseyhall.org

COVER: First Cookie Line upon return from Holiday Recess outside the new Campus Center on January 6, 2014.

BACK COVER: Students sledding during recess on the first snowfall of the School Year.

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EDITORIAL CORRECTION: Our sincere apologies to Mr. Carl Hilgenberg ’52. His contribution regrettably did not appear in the 2012-2013 Rarebits Annual Fund Report. We would like to acknowledge our appreciation for his loyal and unfaltering support over the past three decades.

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Letter from the Headmaster

New Dorm’s Fountain of Youth Runs Dry

Happenings Around Campus

Rumsey Hall Book Fest ‘14

Remembering the Best of a Sport I Love

Fall Sports

Winter Sports

Lower School Afternoon Enrichment Program

Why We Love Winter at Rumsey

David Griffin Barr, Headmaster Shapes Longheld Traditions During School’s Formative Years

Campus Center

Alumni Entrepreneurs

Alumni Profiles Nicholas Logothetis ‘03 Bevin McNulty ‘88

Class Notes

Alumni Events

Rumsey on the Road

Faculty Notes

Rumsey by the Numbers

PLEASE, STEP UP!

Last August a group of family and friends were enjoying a late summer dinner out when the conversation turned to a discussion of the theme for the upcoming school year. With just two weeks before opening day, I was still searching and hoping for a lightning bolt of inspiration. I’d learned in previous summers that it’s best to let the idea find me, rather than searching for it. Things always fall into place, yet I was running out of time.

Meanwhile, our waitress, who was personable and engaging, kept a running dialogue with our group. As the meal concluded she reminded us that the room we were in was below the main floor and that we had to step up when leaving. There was even a sign tacked to the wall, PLEASE, STEP UP. We all looked at each other

with raised eyebrows. Rumsey had a theme for the upcoming school year: Please, Step Up.

At the opening School Meeting the theme was shared with students and faculty. Various, specific examples were presented in videos, literature and everyday campus occurrences. From that point on we found ourselves using the Please, Step Up theme to raise our personal and collective efforts in matters large and small. The idea really took hold and examples of people Stepping Up were shared in Captain’s Reports, at Morning Meetings and in student and faculty announcements. At the end of various presentations students would conclude their remarks with a simple, “And remember to Please, Step Up.” The connotation was clear–no matter what we were involved in, we could find ways to perform the task better, more thoughtfully, with more empathy. We began to realize the unmet potential that each day held with the simple exhortation to Please, Step Up.

T-shirts were created and it became cool to be known for Stepping Up. Community Service involvement soared, food drives surpassed expectations and student support for those less fortunate reached new levels of success. Stepping Up became an IN thing to do.

Years from now, when alumni are asked, “What’s the most important thing you learned at Rumsey Hall?” I hope the answer is, “I learned to be the person who Steps Up.”

A Simple Request Inspires the Theme for the YearA Message from Headmaster Thomas W. Farmen

LETTER FROM THE HEADMASTER

Throughout the year, students and faculty have been awarded T-shirts for Stepping Up.

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New Dorm’s Fountain of Youth Runs Dry

Under the directorship of John F. Schereschewsky Jr. Rumsey Hall’s enrollment jumped from 133 students in 1959 to 175 by 1963, prompting the need for additional dormitory space. Completed in 1964, the aptly named “New Dorm” became the on-campus home for Form VI Boys. The building featured a common room, three faculty apartments and two dormitory wings housing 36 boys – all at a cost of $9.83 per square foot!

Today, the building is poorly equipped to serve the needs of current Students and Faculty. After

50 years of bonding and brotherhood it is now time to replace the New Dorm.

The Board of Trustees has committed to replace the New Dorm with two new dormitories, each with nine dorm rooms, a large common room and two spacious faculty apartments. The new building will sit on the site of the “old” New Dorm. The dorms will be similar to the two Foothills Dorms erected in 2008 for girls. Approvals from local commissions are in place, plans have been prepared and the process is underway. The building will be

razed after Commencement 2014 and is slated to open in September 2014 for the new school year. The Campaign for New Dorm allows for an investment in the formative years of future Rumsey students while honoring its storied past. Several naming opportunities have been established, including the chance to honor a favorite Faculty Member or to celebrate a Rumsey experience.

To date, half of the $3 million needed to complete this much-needed improvement has been raised.

After 50 years of housing Form VI Boys, her days are numbered...

Opening Fall 2014

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Happeningsaround campus

1. Reds and Blues show their spirit during Soccer Games. 2. Abigail Worrell ’14 and Dig Singh ’15 perform a scene in the Fall Play “Happily Never After.” 3. Upper Schoolers during the Bizarre and Extreme Day Parade. 4. Evan Rydingsword ’20 plays holiday songs in the Lower School piano recital. 5. Eleven Rumsey students were recognized as finalists in the Third Annual After School Arts Program Celebration of Young Photographers 6. Lower Schoolers create ‘Holiday Hope Chests’ for the St. Vincent DePaul Society in Waterbury, CT. 7. Bessie, the Farmen’s chocolate lab, in the Blue Dog Parade—the kickoff to the Fall Athletic Season. 8. Samantha Warren ’15 with her parents on Fall Parents’ Day. 9. Bee researcher, Al Avitabile, lectured Form VII Students in The MAX on the art of beekeeping. 10. Tom McGrath ‘93 with his former teacher Art Director Fran Patnaude P ’97, ‘99, ‘02 at the opening of his show, Underwater Moonlight, at the Allen Finkelson Gallery in October 2013. 11. Upper School Winter Concert. 12. Community Service Volunteers harvest potatoes at Judea Garden in Washington, CT. 13. Kindieville “architect” Natalie Klemm ’23 with her engineered creation.

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14. Chinese Students prepare favorite recipes from home at the ESL Dinner at the Headmaster’s House 15. Teen Read Week generates excitement about books and reading. 16. Students took the stage to try traditional Japanese drumming during the Burlington Taiko presentation in The MAX. 17. 162 Bromley Ski Trip participants gathered for a ‘team’ photo. 18. Librarian Val DiLorenzo P ’15, ’18 with volunteers and students at The Book Fest ’14 sale at the Hickory Stick Bookshop, Washington Depot, CT. 19. A patchwork flag was created from handwritten messages about tolerance to honor MLK Day. 20. Upper School Students harmonize in the Winter Term Musical “Pirates of Penzance.” 21. Faculty Member Ben Tuff P ‘22 and Form VI students perform in Airband. 22. Lower School Students Jump Rope for Heart in the Magnoli Gymnasium to raise funds for the American Heart Association. 23. Varsity Boys’ Hockey Assistant Captain Nicholas Olsen ‘14 with Coaches Moore and Butler P ‘20, ’23 at the Winter Term Athletic Awards.

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Rumsey Hall School debuted its inaugural Book Fest this past Winter Term. An interdisciplinary event, Book Fest was initiated with the goal of encouraging the Rumsey Community to read and have discussions with one another about books. Several events and activities began in February and continued through May. All monetary proceeds benefitted the purchase of new seating for the Trustees’ Reading Room in the Dicke Family Library at Rumsey Hall School.

To begin the event, over 40 faculty members chose books to share with Rumsey students through a book club platform. Students joined book clubs of their choice, read their books over March break, and met in their clubs during Spring Term. Some book clubs included both Lower and Upper School students.

In February and April, Rumsey families and friends attended special events at the Hickory Stick Bookshop in Washington Depot, CT. Twenty percent of the proceeds supported the library with many purchasing their book club books at the Hickory Stick.

Additionally, avid readers in the Upper School took part in a Read-a-Thon. The top three readers each earned $25 gift certificates to the Hickory Stick Bookshop.

Lower and Upper School students also took part in the art component of Rumsey Hall Book Fest ’14 by creating giant bookmarks to be displayed in the Allen Finkelson Gallery for Parents’ Day and Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day. Bookmarks were photographed, edited in Photoshop and reduced down to a standard bookmark size.

During National Poetry Month in April, Lower and Upper School students wrote poetry. Physical Education students in the Lower School charted a trail around Rumsey for a “Poetry Walk.” The day before Grandparents’ Day, PE students installed poetry along the trail. This was another avenue for the entire Rumsey Community to enjoy reading and the gift of words, together.

Fostering a Love oF reading

Librarian Valerie DiLorenzo P ’15, ’18 leading a Book Club discussion

Senior Emmalyn Brenner reads to KindiesLower School Book Club discussionOriginal artwork by Evan Kirkiles ‘17

Librarian Valerie DiLorenzo P ‘15, ‘18 with Luc Lombardi ‘21 and his mother at the Hickory Stick Bookshop Event

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Football has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.

When I was young, growing up in Pittsburgh in the 1970s, if you

weren’t into football, you didn’t have a pulse. My older brother

played Pop Warner, high school and college football. I spent

most fall Saturdays driving all over Pennsylvania to watch him play,

catching the little plastic footballs that cheerleaders threw whenever

there was a Schuylkill Valley touchdown. I couldn’t wait for my

opportunity. When I started playing as an eighth

grader it was everything I imagined it to be. I

played with some awesome guys— Major White,

Lou Kozloff, Tim DeLoe, Mike Dizon and Kevin van

Gordon. People I’ll never forget. I was coached

by some unbelievable men— Mr. O’Shaughnessy,

Mr. DeLaurentis, Mr. Vollmuth, Mr. Long, and Mr.

Eccleston. I played on some teams that were mediocre and some

that were exceptional. All of these coaches, all of the players, all of

these teams had an impact on me and how I played the game and

how I approached my life. Some of my best memories happened on

the football field: practices, teammates, pre-game rituals, games-

both victories and losses. It was all good.

Recently, football news has been anything but good. Every time I

turn on SportsCenter or pick up Sports Illustrated there is something

wrong, again, with football. Concussions, bullying, PEDS, arrests,

plummeting interest, sport commentators, coaches and ex-players

saying they will never let their sons play football. I will be honest, I

have questioned what it was I was doing coaching a sport that has so

many negative elements connected to it.

I forgot the good. I forgot the feeling of accomplishment due to

hard work. I forgot the enjoyment of watching someone

who has never played the game or a team sport begin

to discover themself as an athlete. I forgot the heat and

humidity of early season practices, the sting of the cold

of November practices, the smell of a football. I forgot

about sitting in the back of a bus comparing helmets

and battle scars, the stories of that really big guy you

blocked, the exaggerated tales of being held on every play, how

hard you hit someone, the almost interceptions and near sacks, the

unmatched camaraderie. I forgot all of the good.

So, it is with this in mind that I thank this year’s team. You helped me

remember the good in a game that I love. I appreciate it more than

these words can possibly convey.

Some of my best memories

happened on the football

field–practices, teammates,

pre-game rituals, games-

both victories and losses.

It was all good.

Senior Jack Eichen receives the Peter Carriuolo ‘74 Memori-al Football Award from Coaches Ketchum and Geagan

2013 Varsity Football Team earned a 6-1 Season

REMEMBERING THE BEST OF A SPORT I LOVEExcerpt from end of season talk by Varsity Football Coach and Dean of Students Clayton Ketchum P ‘14, ‘17

Senior Toby KetchumVarsity Football in action

Senior Devon Porter heads for the end zone


RUMSEY

1. Varsity Football player Jamie Surface ‘14 breaks into the open. 2. Varsity Volleyball celebrates their Spooner Classic Championship. 3. Varsity Soccer player Huy Do ‘15 in action. 4. Leah Sohn ‘14 clears the ball. 5. Varsity Soccer player Brooke Gordon ‘14 6. Junior Football players line up for the snap. 7. Junior Soccer player Nick Kenerson ‘17 shoots on goal 8. The undefeated Cross Country Team 9. Mason Conto ‘18 crosses the finish line. 10. Varsity Volleyball Captain Sydney Racevicius ’14

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VARSITY FOOTBALLRecord: 6-1Mr. GeaganMr. Ketchum

JUNIOR FOOTBALLRecord: 3-3Mr. CramphinMr. MooreMr. Ruh ‘03

VARSITY SOCCERRecord: 9-5-2Mr. DyballMr. Kolpak

VARSITY B SOCCERRecord: 10-4-1Mr. TuffMr. Buono

JR. BLUE & REDSOCCERBlue Record: 8-0-3Red Record: 0-4Mr. KinsellaMr. MandlMr. EberleMs. Moore

VARSITY FIELD HOCKEYRecord: 11-1-2Mrs. HoganMrs. Linley ‘90

VARSITY B FIELD HOCKEYRecord: 1-10Ms. DuffMrs. Dyball

CROSS COUNTRYRecord: 11-0Ms. CooperMrs. Mandl Mr. Ough

VARSITY VOLLEYBALLRecord: 10-2Mr. Spooner

VARSITY B VOLLEYBALLRecord: 5-11 Ms. Surbey Ms. Dufresne

Captains: MVP: MIP: Coaches’ Award: The Peter Carriuolo ’74 Memorial Football Award: Blue Dog Award: Lineman of the Year:

William Ensign ‘14, Jamie Surface ‘14 William Ensign ‘14 Devon Porter ‘14 Jamie Surface ‘14

Jack Eichen ‘14 Tobias Ketchum ‘14Tom Cao ‘14

Captain: MVPs: MIP: Coaches’ Awards: Blue Dog Awards:

Patrick Fulling ‘16 Justin DiBenedetto ‘15, Will Powers ‘16 Matthew Baldwin ‘15 Sung Hyuk Chris Choi ‘16, Alec DiLorenzo ‘15, James Walsh ‘16John Clark ‘16, Charlie Webb ‘15

Captains: MVP: MIP: Coaches’ Awards:Blue Dog Award:

Brad Henrich ‘14, Jae Woo Lee ‘14 Rodrigo Fernandez ‘14 Levi Mercier ‘15 Huy X. Do ‘15, Joon Hyung Kim ‘15Javier Alvarez ‘16

Captain: MVP: MIP: Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Award:

Zachary McGrew ‘17 (B), Ivan Chung ‘16 (R)Nick Kenerson ‘17 (B) Evan Kirkiles ‘17 (B) Zi Shi Connor Ding ‘16 (R)Jack Mayers ‘17 (B), Emily Lombardi ‘18 (R)Mayela Lumban-Gaol ‘16 (R), Cameron Racevicius 17 (B), John Gleason ‘17 (R)

Captains: MVP: MIPs:

Coaches’ Awards:Blue Dog Awards:

Stephen Cho ‘15 Beau Root ‘16 Tyler Poulin ‘15Jack Ewing ‘15Rebecca Gavel ‘15

Captain: MIP: Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Awards: Step-Up Award:

Berit Randall ‘14 Caroline Mahan ‘14Maggie Finlay ‘14Han Della Shi ‘14, Byul Leah Sohn ‘14Casey Chizmazia ‘16

Captains:

Kelsey Allen ‘16, Grace LaVigne ‘17

Captains: MVP: MIP: Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Awards:

Nicholas Olsen ‘14, Abigail Worrell ‘14 Calvin Palmer ‘14 Garrett Cutler ‘16 Charlotte Hinman ‘14 Hunter Ramee ‘14, Tabor Wanag ‘15

Captain: MVP: MIP: Queen of the Raspberry Patch: Blue Dog Award: Rumsey Roofer:

Sydney Racevicius ‘14Sydney Racevicius ‘14 Abbey Turner ‘14

Sydney Lerz ‘15Grace Hemmingstad ‘14Emmalyn Brenner ‘14


Lily Overacker ‘14, Yiren Sabrina Wang ‘14 Shealyn Kennedy ‘16Stephanie Proteau ‘15Annie Lombardi ‘16, Yujia Jessica Wang ‘15Zoey Zheng ‘16

* 8th Place Eaglebrook Tournament

* 1st Place Mooreland Hill Tournament

* 1st Place Canterbury Invitational* 2nd Place Cheshire Academy Invitational* 2nd Place Taft School Invitational

* 1st Place Rick Spooner Classic

BLUE DOG FALL SCOREBOARD

Varsity B Soccer Team

Varsity B Field Hockey player Eva Evans ‘18

Varsity Field Hockey players Berit Randall ‘14 and Caroline Mahan ‘14 after a victory

Undefeated Season


RUMSEYWINTER SPORTS

1. Dig Singh ‘15 starts his match in control. 2. Varsity Boys’ Hockey Player C.J. DeLuca ‘16 in Lufkin Rink. 3. Leading scorer for Varsity Girls’ Hockey-Stephanie Proteau ‘15 4. Delando Clarke ‘14, Varsity Boys’ Basketball Captain 5. Coaches Butler P’20, ‘23 and Moore fire up the Varsity Boys’ Hockey Team. 6. Varsity Girls’ Basketball Player Grace Federle ‘15 prepares to pass. 7. Daniel Chey ‘15 skiing gates at Mohawk Mountain, CT 8. Nina Rozen ‘14 uses an overhook to bring her opponent down.

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Varsity B Girls’ Basketball Team

VARSITY BOYS’ HOCKEYRecord: 7-10-5Mr. ButlerMr. Moore

VARSITY B BOYS’ HOCKEYRecord: 1-5Mr. KinsellaMr. Hogan, Mr. Ough

JUNIOR BOYS’ HOCKEYRecord: 6-1Mr. KinsellaMr. Hogan, Mr. Ough

VARSITY GIRLS’ HOCKEYRecord: 12-1-1Ms. DuffMs. Surbey

VARSITY B GIRLS’ HOCKEYRecord: 2-2-1Mr. MandlMs. Cooper

VARSITY BOYS’BASKETBALLRecord: 10-3Mr. Dodge

VARSITY B BOYS’BASKETBALLRecord: 7-2Mr. Perreault

JUNIOR BOYS’BASKETBALLRecord: 9-1Mr. KolpakMr. Buono

VARSITY GIRLS’BASKETBALLRecord: 7-6Mr. Cramphin

VARSITY B GIRLS’BASKETBALLRecord: 1-11Ms. Moore

WRESTLINGRecord: 8-3Mr. DyballMr. Anderson

SKI TEAMSVARSITY ARecord: 0-4Mr. EberleMr. Ruh ‘03VARSITY BRecord: 6-0

JUNIOR VOLLEYBALLRecord: 3-5Mrs. Mandl

Captain:Asst. Captains:MVP:MIP:Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Awards:

Michael Shea ‘14Nicholas Olsen ‘14, Devon Porter ‘14Devon Porter ‘14 Coleby Bunnell ‘16Peter Kenerson ‘15Tyler Poulin ‘15, Tabor Wanag ‘15


Alex Cohen ‘15Joseph Bradley ‘16Alexander Tillou ‘15Connor Meissner ‘15Ryan Godfrey ‘15


George Hinman ‘17Cazden Brenner ‘17Nicholas Kennerson ‘17Jack Mayers ‘17Cameron Racevicius ‘17

Captains:Asst. Captain:Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Awards:Offensive Player of the Year: Defensive Player of the Year:

Maggie Finlay ‘14 and Lily Mandl ‘15Maggie Finlay ‘14Lisa Russell ‘16Abigail Worrell ‘14Brooke Gordon ‘14, Sophia Mason ‘14

Captains: MVP: MIP:Coaches’ Award:Blue Dog Awards:

Sydney Racevicius ‘14, Delaney Stokes ‘14Emmalyn Brenner ‘14Eleni Kolpak ‘15Margaret Ryan ‘16, Han Della Shi ‘14Sage Valente ‘16Danielle Malarney ‘15

Captain: MIP: Coach’s Award:Garbage Man Award:

Delando Clarke ‘14Delando Clarke ‘14Henry Pratt ‘14Jae Woo Lee ‘14

Captain: MVP: MIP: Coach’s Award:Blue Dog Award:

Calvin Palmer ‘14William Powers ‘16Huy X. Do ‘15Levi Mercier ‘15 Nolan Frisbie ‘15


Brad Ellis ‘16 Beau Root ‘16James Walsh ‘16Zachary McGrew ‘17Lucas D’Alessio ‘17

Captains: MIP: Coach’s Award:Blue Dog Award:

Berit Randall ‘14, Abbey Turner ‘14Caronique Campbell ‘15Rebecca Gavel ‘15Lily Overacker ‘14

Captains: MVP: MIP: Coach’s Awards:Blue Dog Award:

Adriall Fox ‘16, Clarisa Mendoza ‘15Elyse Ketchum ‘17Wenwei Mary Su ‘15Lekha Palaypu ‘17, Yujia Jessica Wang ‘15Adriall Fox ‘16

* 2nd Place Pavek Cup

BLUE DOG WINTER SCOREBOARD

Coach Kinsella P ’22, ‘23 with the Junior Boys’ Hockey Team

Ahmad Galimore ‘15 dribbles up court

Senior Class Members of the Varsity Ski Team: Alejandro Vivanco, Ava Pawlowski, Rodrigo Fernandez, Hannah Durhager, Hugh Rossi and Jack Kessler


Jack Eichen ‘14, Jamie Surface ‘14Jack Eichen ‘14Antonio Espirito-Santo ‘15Alec Maloney ‘14, Zeyu Nick Sha ‘15Trevor Siemon ‘16


Hannah Durhager ‘14, Hugh Rossi ‘14Dong Keun Daniel Chey ‘15Alejandro Vivanco ‘14Ava Pawlowski ‘14, Imanol Martinez ‘15 Emilia Torres ‘15

* Eaglebrook Tourn. 1-Gold 1-Silver 2-Bronze

Undefeated Season


Lower School Afternoon Enrichment Program

The Lower School Afternoon Enrichment Program (AEP) began in the Fall of 2007 with 14 activities offered by Rumsey’s Lower School faculty. Since its inception, the AEP has grown well beyond what was first imagined. Today, 38 different activities are offered by a combination of both Rumsey Hall faculty and specialists from the surrounding communities.

After the academic day ends, students

can participate in exciting activities such

as Rocketry, Young Chefs’ Club, Poets’

Café, knitting, Legomania and origami.

In the arts, students are offered options such as guitar, drumming, and piano lessons as well as classes in ceramics, découpage, drawing and theater. Students can also participate in a world percussion ensemble and an installation arts class. In the Spring, Form III students gather weekly to put the final touches on their musical creation, an original script and score that they perform for the entire community at the end of the term.

Out on the fields, students play baseball, soccer, football, and kickball. Some

explore outdoor adventures, while others practice martial arts and learn circus arts. “Sportsmania” features a different sport each week. Students also explore Rumsey’s beautiful campus through a number of activities that bring the natural world to life in poetry, literature, journal writing, and play.

The Afternoon Enrichment Program is an integral and unique part of Rumsey Hall’s Lower School experience. It is a time for students of mixed ages to come together and create some of the best moments of their childhoods.

Enriching Education through Exciting Experiences and Exploration

Take a stroll down the Lower School Courtyard any day during the week at 3:20 p.m. and you will see groups of students excitedly transitioning to their Afternoon Enrichment Program activities. These activities vary daily and also by term, giving students a selection of engaging athletics, arts, and academic offerings from which to choose.

Clockwise from top: Rocket launching; Music, Rhythm and Dance with Tom Hanford; Primes Teacher Cynthia Hill P ’04 instructs during Knitting Club; Tang Soo Do; Sewing Club students display their creations

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why we Love winter at Rumsey...“You can’t get too much winter in the winter.” Robert Frost

Whether you enjoy hitting the slopes or sipping a hot cocoa snuggled by the fire, winter in New England is inevitable. This year the Rumsey campus was blanketed with snow through March. There is only one way to tackle the chilly season —EMBRACE IT.

“Winter is the time for comfort,

for good food and warmth, for the

touch of a friendly hand and for a

talk beside the fire: it is the time

for home.” - Edith Sitwell

When Rumsey Hall’s Director and Headmaster John F. Schereschewsky Sr. (Mr. Sherry) was called to active naval duty during World War II in 1943, Assistant Headmaster David G. Barr was promoted to interim Head of School for the duration of his absence. Mr. Barr proved so capable in that role that upon Mr. Sherry’s return in 1945 he remained in that position to serve as Rumsey’s fourth Headmaster until his retirement in 1956.

Born in 1881 in Owasco, NY to a clergyman and teacher, Mr. Barr was a graduate of The Newburgh Academy, NY and top of his class at Princeton University, NJ. A Phi Beta Kappa Scholar and an amazingly proficient student of Latin, he delivered the Class of 1904 Salutary Commencement Address entirely in that language. After assuming a short-lived career as a Western Union clerk he returned to academia to become a teacher, ultimately settling in 1914 at Rumsey Hall—a small, young boys’ pre-preparatory boarding school in Cornwall, CT.

Ever scholarly and articulate he became noted for his singular style of teaching which was best described as “polite but witty. ” An instructor in the classics and mathematics, Mr. Barr was a favorite dorm master and also Rumsey’s business manager and five o’clock study hall master five days a week for all of his 42 years at Rumsey. Preoccupied with safety after the 1931 fire in ‘The Annex’ residence hall he became instrumental in improving buildings, conducting periodic fire drills and the extensive electrical rewiring of the campus. His mechanical talents were put to work as the supervisor of scene lighting for the school plays. Additionally, he acted as a respected Dean of Faculty. Remarkably, he found time to simultaneously participate as a trial judge for the Town of Cornwall and Finance Committee member, organist and choir director at the First Church of Cornwall. During summers he conducted a tutoring school in Southampton, LI and helped establish the precursor to the Boys’ & Girls’ Club of NY.

In 1946, Mr. Barr and Mr. Sherry established what came to be known as the “Effort List,” the system through which recognition was awarded on a weekly basis to students deemed to have put forth maximum academic endeavor. The policy proved popular and successful and it

has ever since served to amplify Rumsey’s philosophy of “Achievement through Effort.” Mr. Barr’s wife, Marjorie, was the dedicated Head of the Lower School (Forms I-III) for 25 years, remembered for her warmth of character and talent for working with Rumsey’s youngest students. The Marjorie Hull Barr Commencement Prize was established in her memory and today recognizes an outstanding citizen scholar in the Lower School.

When Rumsey moved to Washington Depot in 1949, Mr. Barr took up residence in the Fitch House. Four years later he became the first occupant of the dining hall/infirmary building which later was named in his honor in 1955. At age 79, he retired from the headmastership and he was advanced to Headmaster Emeritus, continuing to teach Latin and Algebra for another three years. Mr. Barr died in 1964 at age 83, laid to rest in Cemetery Hill in Cornwall.

All throughout his tenure Mr. Barr maintained both Rumsey’s standards and traditions in every respect and became greatly loved for his wise counsel and fervent interest in his students. After nearly sixty years as the School’s central gathering place, The David G. Barr Dining Hall was razed in March 2013. In its place a new Campus Center, with a modern dining facility, was built to perpetuate the heritage of a closely bonded community established by the School’s pioneers. The dining hall was dedicated and named Farmen Hall in May 2014 in recognition of Rumsey’s seventh Headmaster Tom Farmen, his wife Ashley and their four decades of service to Rumsey Hall.

DAVID GRIFFIN BARR Headmaster sHapes LongHeLd traditions during scHooL’s Formative Years

“Mr. Barr (even at the age of 73, I could not think of calling him “David Barr”) was never old, always regal.

...And then there were his puns and jokes which we all knew he had told for decades. Sometimes we did not understand them but we didn’t dare not laugh when he laughed.” - Alumnus John Payne III ’55, P ’83,’85

David G. Barr, “as old and sturdy as the oaks around him,” leading John Payne III ’55 and his class in the Rumsey song in the 1950s.

CAMPUS CENTER

On January 6, 2014 students returned from their Holiday Recess to find the

new Campus Center open and ready for action. The expression on the faces of

those entering the space for the first time told the story. The sense of family that

permeates the School Culture was captured in the interior design of the building;

warm, inviting and welcoming were the first words used to describe the new

Dining Hall. A Student Center, also on the main floor, provides a comfortable

gathering place for teams, dorms, special classes or students looking for a quiet

place to relax or study. Less obvious, but equally impressive, are the Health

Center, The School Store, a Girls’ Locker Room and an archive room housed in

the lower level of the facility. The east end of the building contains four faculty

apartments, significantly upgrading the residential facilities for teachers.

Construction of the Campus Center began in March 2013 when the David G. Barr

Dining Hall was razed to make room for the much needed, larger, gathering place for the School Community. During construction meals

were prepared in a trailer and served in the Magnoli Gymnasium. Throughout the fall there was endless speculation that the new building

would not be ready in January, as planned. Thanks to the determined and thoughtful efforts of the Construction Committee, comprised

of the architect, Bob Powell, of Wieber Powell + Grunigen Associates, representatives from Fortunato Construction Group, Rumsey Hall

Trustees and Administrators, the project schedule was maintained.

Funding for the Campus Center was provided by a representative cross section

of the extended Rumsey Family. As of April 1, 2014, all but $200,000 of the $7.8

million had been raised, insuring that the School could maintain its debt free

status. It is important to note that the largest gifts in support of this effort were

two $500,000 donations, one, the matching gift from Trustee Cynthia and Dan

Lufkin P ’12, ’20 through the Peter Jay Sharp Foundation. The remaining funds

came from many generous donors who embraced the endeavor and responded

to the School’s needs. This extraordinary level of interest and support speaks

about the shared ownership for Rumsey Hall’s success.

The new facility is a magnet for the people who live and learn at the School.

Every member of the School Community benefits from this transformational new building that has become an iconic reflection of the

School’s values of Effort, Family and Community.

New Campus Center Cultivates Sense of Family

Seniors enjoy a meal by the fireplace in Farmen Hall

The servery during Lower School lunch The Health Center The School Store

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Beata Henrichs-Lieb ’86

BEATA HENRICHS ’86 LIEB started “HEDGEHOUSE,” a textile and home accessories company based in New York in 2011. HEDGEHOUSE is a lifestyle brand combining European and American sensibilities influenced by Beata’s extensive travels. She is a native New Yorker who splits her time between New York and Los Angeles.

Tom Sperry ’88

TOM SPERRY ’88 is a co-founder and Managing Director of Rogue Venture Partners, a private equity fund investing in new and growing businesses, in Portland, OR. Tom holds an International Executive MBA from The Ivey School of Business, University of Western Ontario.

Lia Batkin

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LIA BATKIN ’96 and her husband, Seth Kaplan, co-founded “In the Know Experiences” in 2007. The company specializes in luxury travel and lifestyle experiences, catering to celebrities, executives, athletes and people all over the world who desire more than a flight and hotel reservation.

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The following Alumni have distinguished themselves in various entrepreneurial endeavors. Embracing the challenges inherent in a start-up business clearly reflects a Rumsey education, built on the principle that Effort is the Key to Success.

Matthias Brendler ’82

MATTHIAS BRENDLER ’82 founded PLAYLab, an innovational education start-up, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2013. PLAYLab is a bilingual education workshop that offers a scientific and kaleidoscopic exploration of language engaging children and adults through creativity and play.

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Erika Johns ’98

ERIKA JOHNS ’98 opened “Generation Y” in West Hartford, CT to provide a place where kids can learn fitness and exercise, feel safe to discuss hot topics like bullying and Internet safety while also learning important life skills.

Liz Mason ’00

LIZ MASON ’00 founded “Adventurous Turtle” in 2013 with one major mission—to bring more adventure into individuals’ lives. The company is currently developing an online interactive travel personality test to give people great ideas to plan their next adventures and some tools to help in the process.

Melissa Impett ’04

MELISSA IMPETT ’04 opened “Nutrition Dynamix” in Wakefield, RI in 2013 as a nutrition club where people gather to celebrate good health, make new friends and learn the importance of proper nutrition. The club offers a variety of protein and meal replacement shakes along with teas and snacks to boost metabolism. Employees are trained wellness coaches who help devise plans to attain clients’ weight loss and fitness goals. In addition, free fitness camps are available to inspire healthy activity.

Webb Bland ’00

WEBB BLAND ’00 is the owner/photographer for “Not Bland Automotive Photography” located in New Orleans, LA, devoted exclusively to sports cars and the automotive industry. His commercial clients include Dodge, Chrysler and FIAT and his work features regularly in the esteemed BBC TopGear magazine.

Matthew Seidel ’02

MATTHEW SEIDEL ’02 started EventShare with a friend in 2012 in Washington, DC after seeing the need for something new in the photo booth market. The company’s specialized software combined with a large HD touch screen, allows guests to easily capture, edit, print, and share pictures and videos with the swipe of a finger and upload to social media. EventShare is popular for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and corporate events.


Tell us about your first entrepreneurial experience.While attending Salisbury School in Connecticut, my classmate and Concordia Co-Founder, Matthew Swift, and I conceived and launched an after-school snack business, Sarum Snacks. The venture thrived with just $5,000 seed capital achieving revenues of $350,000 within two years. This early success garnered media attention from ABC, NBC, and The New York Times.

How did you first become interested in politics and international affairs?Growing up in a family spread across the globe made me naturally interested in the topic from a very early age. I remember being one of the only kids at Rumsey who would want the TV channel turned to CNN in the common room!

What kind of challenges did you face when starting Concordia? There are too many to remember! The biggest obstacle was establishing ourselves as a legitimate organization that people would pay attention to. It was difficult for some as Matt and I were in our early twenties when we founded the organization.

Concordia brings together prominent global leaders. Who has been the most memorable speaker thus far?Hosting President George W. Bush one week after the 10th anniversary of 9/11, less than a mile from where the Twin Towers stood, was one moment that I will always remember.

What is the most important piece of advice you would give young entrepreneurs starting out today?Leverage your youth. What I mean by this is that people are very interested in younger generations and especially those who start businesses and are entrepreneurial. The younger you are, the bigger the opportunity you have to make an impression on others.

Your family’s company, Grace Hotels, recently acquired the Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington. Any particular reason for purchasing an inn in rural Connecticut?Grace Hotels owns other inns in the region. The Mayflower was always a special place for my family and me as we have extremely fond memories of the area and the hotel. We are more than thrilled to be a part of the community with the Mayflower Grace.

What is your greatest memory of Rumsey Hall? Being Headmaster for the Day!

RUMSEY QUESTIONNAIRE: What Schools did you attend after Rumsey? Salisbury School, CT and The George Washington University, DC What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear Rumsey Hall? Community. What was your biggest regret while at Rumsey? That I didn’t appreciate what a unique and special place the School was at the time. What was your greatest fear as a student when you first began at Rumsey? Being a boarding student. What apps would you recommend to students? Some of my favorites are Kayak for travel, Uber for transport, Google Translate, Waze and Quiz Up – but there are many more! What was your favorite off-campus excursion at Rumsey? I very much enjoyed being on the ski team and skiing every day at Mohawk. What would be the one book you would recommend every student should read? One of my favorites is “No Lost Causes” by former President of Colombia Alvaro Uribe. Anytime I am having a bad day I re-read chapter 2 of his book and it’s all put into perspective! What is the quality you most liked in your friends at Rumsey? The sense of community and

loyalty.

Nicholas M. Logothetis

Nicholas Logothetis ’03 is an entrepreneur who has had a lifelong interest in politics and international affairs. Based in New York City, Nicholas is Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board of The Concordia Summit, a non-profit organization that seeks to promote and develop public-private partnerships around pressing global issues.

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Concordia Co-Founders Nicholas Logothetis ‘03 and Matthew Swift with former U.S. President George W. Bush, former Polish President Aleksander Kwaśniewski and George Logothetis, Chairman and CEO of the Libra Group and Concordia Leadership Council Member

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How did you decide to start a bakery? I’ve got a pretty severe sweet tooth and I am much better baking than I am in other aspects of the kitchen. After culinary school, I was excited about trying all that I had learned and just started with the things I was missing, like a good gluten-free bread. It all just steamrolled from there.I have always spent a lot of time in the kitchen. Both of my parents are really great cooks and I have enjoyed making tasty treats.

Why gluten free?I went gluten free to see if it would clear up some health issues. It turns out that I felt much better without gluten in my diet. I have been gluten free for 7 years now and know when gluten sneaks into something I have eaten.As I started testing my products, I realized how many people needed to eat gluten free. At the time the choices in the grocery store were really not pleasant. Most tasted like cardboard and give gluten free a really bad reputation. I saw that there was a need for something better. I have to admit that when I started playing with all the gluten-free flours, my stuff was not all that great, but it has come a long way! I worked out of my house for two years before I opened my store, working out the kinks before investing in a full shop. It is so rewarding to

have people walk in my store and be brought to tears by the fact that they can eat anything in their sight. People with gluten allergies do not get this opportunity, ever. They mostly live in fear of their food being contaminated by something that can make them sick for months. What we are doing here is pretty special and unique!

How did the name Bam Bam come about? BAM are my initials. It’s a catchy name that sticks with people and makes them giggle a little. I do get Flintstones references a lot, but it’s just my name!

What challenges did you encounter starting your own business?This is my first venture and it has been challenging. There were a lot of people who thought a gluten-free venue was too small of a niche market and didn’t think it would work. I am glad I stuck with it. The gluten-free market has blown up in the last few years and I was right on time! I knew I had a good product and went with my gut. The details are endless for starting a business, from forming an LLC through working with the city and getting my doors open. I am sure this varies depending on the business but in food service the hoops you have to jump through are endless. I consider it a work in progress.

What is your greatest memory of Rumsey Hall? One of my fondest Rumsey memories was sledding down the hill from Hilltop Dorm. Right alongside of the stairs, there was a nice snow bank at the bottom that if you hit just right, you could get over the driveway! It may not have been the smartest plan but it sure was fun when we had a lot of snow! Another great memory is learning to row. I am not the greatest athlete but I am strong. Rowing was such a good fit for me, full of power and being on the water, it was like a dream come true. I went on to crew at Tabor Academy, MA for three years.

Bevin McNulty

RUMSEY QUESTIONNAIRE: What Schools did you attend after Rumsey? Tabor Academy, MA, University of Rhode Island and Natural Gourmet Institute, NYC. What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear Rumsey Hall? Friends. Which Rumsey teacher/staff member did you most identify with? Ms. Heaton and The Lloyds. Who would be on your guest list from Rumsey for your ideal dinner party? All my friends, it would be great to get everyone back together again. What was your biggest regret while at Rumsey? I don’t have any regrets, but staying in touch with my friends after leaving is something I wish I had done better. What was your greatest fear as a student when you first began Rumsey? Living away from home. What was your favorite off campus excursion at Rumsey? Saturday movie nights. What would be the one book you would recommend every student should read? Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men. What is the quality you most liked in your friends at Rumsey? They were all unique and genuine in their own way and that was refreshing. Who are your Rumsey heroes? Mr. Spooner and Ms. Heaton. What was your most treasured possession while at Rumsey? My CD player (CD’s were brand new then). What is the best advice you were given at Rumsey? The music teacher made us close our eyes and listen to all the different noises around us. I still do that from time to time. It reminds me how much is going on outside my little world. It’s a very grounding and humbling practice. Which talent did you wish you had during your years at Rumsey? I wish I had been a more diligent student. What advice would you give to a current Rumsey student? Soak it all up, enjoy every minute and do as much as you can.

Bevin McNulty ‘88 opened Bam Bam Bakery in Portland, Maine in 2009. Started in her home, Bam Bam offers vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and soy-free baked goods of every variety. Bevin makes everything with allergen-free flours. Today, Bevin’s baked goods are very popular, even among those who don’t need to be eating gluten free!

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Bevin frosting a gluten-free cake in her bakery1988 yearbook photo


Gus Franklin ’62 earned his realtors license in Wilmington, NC where he lives with his wife, Linda.

Josh Kaiman ’74 has accepted a new position as a Global Commodity Manager for SMA Solar LLC, a major solar technology company in Denver, CO.

David Schwartz ’74 and Carmen Salzman were married in November 2013 in Frisco, Texas. Both are now working towards Master’s degrees. Together, David and Carmen now have 11 children and grandchildren.

Tim Knauth ’76 was baptized in November 2013 at Crossroads Neighborhood Church, Bremerton, WA.

Dante L. Venegas ‘79 has accepted a position as the PE Director at Manhattan Academy in Manhattan Beach, CA.

Olivier Joanin ’89 owns a property management company and lives in Newport Beach, CA with wife Sandra and four year-old, Olivier Alexandre.

Maya Cointreau ’89 published a children’s book, The Girl Who Could Talk to Computers, in December 2013. She also owns Enchanted Realms: New Age Gifts and Gallery, in New Milford, CT.

Raymond Sanchez Jr. ‘93 was promoted from Director of Policy to the role of Counsel in the office of the Bronx Borough President, NY.

Carlos Hoyo ’94 has taken over the family car dealership in the Dominican Republic. Carlos and his wife have a five year-old son, Carlos Alejandro. He hopes to return to Rumsey, “the best school I ever attended.”

Charles “J.R.” Porter ‘94 published a book of poetry, Get to Know: Unlocking the Essence in You in November 2013.

Noah Pappert ‘96 lives in Toronto, Ontario with his wife and two boys, Austin (8) and Parker (4). Noah is a mortgage broker for CIBC and has been working in the financial industry for the last ten years. He still remembers Rumsey fondly after all these years!

Albert Laverge ‘85 with his wife Kate and children, Allie and Charlie

Lili Dyer ‘80 with husband Nick and children Hezekiah ‘22 and Katharine ‘19

Vesna Vujovich ‘86 Surette with husband Skip and family

Richard Andreoli ’71, Harry Holt ’71 and Jamieson Joseph ’71 at Nauticus Marina, MA

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Libby Nicholson ’73, Tom Ferguson ’73, and Jamieson Joseph ’71 in NYC

John and Trustee Lisa Schereschewsky ‘56 Stout

John III ’55 and Susan Payne pictured with their five grandchildren, their two children, Former Trustee Sarah Payne ‘85 and John Payne IV ’83 and their spouses

Trustee Skip Gardella ‘72 with daughter Meg ‘09

Henry and Lomax, sons of Fraser Hunter ‘81

The children of Dean ’80 and Language Skills Teacher Crystal Turner, Brad ’08, Cody ’10 and Abbey ‘14

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Kathy P ‘84, ‘87, ‘90 and Sarah ‘90 Neuhaus

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Sharon Broum ’96 and Nathan Bosdet were married in September 2013 at The Larz Anderson Auto Museum in Brookline, MA. They went on a two-week honeymoon to France, and visited Paris, Nice, and the Provence area. Sharon and Nathan currently reside in Lexington, MA.

Nicholaus Patnaude ’97 published an illustrated novel, First Aide Medicine, an excerpt of which won the 2010 International Emergency Press contest. Nicholaus currently lives in Istanbul, Turkey.

Elizabeth Blanc ‘02 is in her final year at Roger Williams Law School, RI and is simultaneously completing a Master’s degree in Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island. Liz plans to work in environmental law after she passes the bar exam.

Thomas Topalian ‘02 is a registered nurse at Bridgeport Hospital Medical ICU living in Stratford, CT. He plans to go back to school to earn his Master’s degree.

David Stukshis ’02 traveled to Spain to attend the wedding of Luis Valls-Martinez ’02 and Ana Ansoleaga. David recently graduated from the University of Miami School of Law, FL.

Hunter Gifford ’02 is working as an Audio Engineer for the band, Zoogma, in Atlanta, GA.

Raul R. Mendoza ’03 spent two years in New Orleans, LA working for “Teach for America,” after which he decided to pursue law. He has finished his first year at Duke Law School, NC and interned at a prestigious law firm in Philadelphia, PA.

Alexander Turrentine ‘03 and Joseph Lomeli were married in July 2013 in Groton, CT.

Tim Ruh ’03 joined the Faculty at Rumsey Hall in September 2013 as an ESL and French teacher.

Jordan Leventhal ’05 was featured in the magazine Jews of Interest for his student leadership and dedication to serving others.

Jessica Sherrod ’05 graduated from Union College, NY in June 2012, Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Chapter. She is now a litigation paralegal at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, NYC.

Christian Budd ’05 joined the Rumsey Faculty as the Lower School Intern in January 2014.

Kariamu Samples-Smart ’08 has enlisted in the Air Force and has ranked up to an E-3.

Katie DeWitte ’10 received the Stephen Reich Memorial Award at Shepaug Valley High School, CT in recognition of her character, service, leadership, and achievement.

1. Daughters of Michael ‘84 and Athina Cornell 2. Trustee Frank ’78 and Laurie Gavels’ children, Rebecca ’15 and Thomas ‘13 3. Sarah Harrison ’89 MacMillan with husband and daughters, Avery and Kylie 4. Jeff ’84 and Libby Moore’s daughters, Lindsey and Tegan 5. Peter ’88 and Hilary Houldins’ children, Mary ’18 and John ‘18 6. Michael Polsky ’83 and family 7. Samantha Burns ‘86 and family 8. Paul ’84 and Paty Swigart’s children, Paulina, David and Samuel

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1. Kevin Zajkowski ’13 and Katie Devlin ‘13 caught up with Faculty Members Clayton Ketchum P ’14, ‘17 and Tom Geagan P ’13, ‘16 after a Rumsey Football game at Williston Northampton School, MA. 2. Clark Johnson ’06 at his graduation from the University of Vermont in May 2013 pictured with his mother Betsy (former Rumsey Assistant Director of Admission) and his grandmother 3. Kyle Halloran ‘02 married Amanda Horne, sister of Emily Horne ‘96, second from left. 4. David Stukshis ‘02 and Luis Valls-Martinez ‘02 5. Sharon Broum ’96 with husband Nathan Bosdet at their September 2013 wedding 6. Ashley ’07 and Alyson ’04 Hill with their parents 7. Stuyvie Pyne ‘04 completed his first year at Berkeley Law School, CA. 8. Former Trustee Mike and Jackie Jones with sons Christopher ’90, Patrick ’95 and family 9. William Candrick ‘05 10. Bride Perry Kleeman ’02 with her family, including Former Trustee Palmer Marrin ’70, P ’02, ’99 and Charlie Kleeman ‘99 11. Danielle O’Hanlon ‘00 Moseley and family with staff member George Rogg 12. Rumsey Lower School Intern Christian ‘05 and Thomas ‘09 Budd with their family 13. Nicholas Logothetis ’03 with Tom and Ashley Farmen at the Mayflower Grace 14. Ian ’05, Veronica ’11 and Jeffrey ’07 Winthrop with their parents 15. Chris DePaola ‘07 and family 16. Nick ‘08, Christina ‘06 and Alec ‘11 Cornell 17. Manuel Chico ‘95 with current Rumsey students 18. Zach Levy ‘04 and Steve Kostecki ‘02 with Ashley Farmen 19. Taylor Ruck ‘12 and family 20. Canterbury vs. Gunnery: Logan Adams ‘11, Luc Stancs ‘11, Jake Mandl ‘11, Luke Hoeniger ‘11, Skyler Clark ‘11, Jack Kolpak ‘13 21. Jack ‘13 and Jimmy ‘10 Connor

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Zack Bellapigna ’10 was awarded an academic scholarship to Endicott College in Beverly, MA, where he also plays football. While on his winter break, Zack worked at the Mote Marine Lab in Sarasota, FL checking for algae bloom in the Gulf of Mexico. Zack lives across the hall from Sean Rogerson ’10.

Logan Adams ’11 was elected to be a 2014-2015 prefect at The Gunnery, CT.

Skyler Clark ‘11 will attend Washington College, MD where he was recruited to play soccer.

Jeanine Moreau ’13 is a starting player on the Varsity Soccer and the Varsity Swim Teams at Phillips Academy Andover, MA.

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Reagan Ketchum ‘13 continues to show GRIT on the lacrosse field at Manheim Township High School, PA.

Kariamu Samples-Smart ‘08

Caroline Ricke ‘13 and family

Alumni rumseysummer! counselors: Jake Mandl ’11, Jamo Etting ‘07 and Joel Clark ‘95

Jordan Diamond-Fuller ‘10

Calvin Bouchard ‘13 attends Upper Canada College, Toronto

Slava ’13 and Anya ’12 Browning with their mother and family pets

Ry ‘03, Galen ‘07 and Shane ‘05 SandersonJackson ’10 and Jamo ’07 Etting with brother Jefferson

Drennon Pruett ‘08 Kimpton with her mother.

Alana Lopez ‘12 and her mother

Cullen Johnson ‘07 celebrated his 21st birthday in Namibia, Africa

Rick Spooner P ’88, ’90, ’94 visited Katie Stonecipher ’12 at Berkshire School, MA. Katie was selected as the Varsity Volleyball Team’s MVP and is also a co-captain elect of next year’s team.

Cassandra Richards ’08 is studying and travelling in Germany via a Stetson Universi-ty, FL program.

Lis Garassino ’97 brought her late brother’s puppy, Mia, to visit the Lower School building named in his honor: M. Joseph Garassino ’99 Classroom Building.

Matt Hoeniger ‘81, Manuel ‘00 and Stephanie Grullon and Tom and Ashley Farmen

Nathan Patnaude’99, Ashley Farmen and Fran Patnaude ‘97, ‘99, ‘02


John W. “Jack” Gardner II ’32 passed away in August 2012 at the age of 95 in Quincy, IL. Jack served as a Lieutenant Commander in the United States Navy during World War II. He enjoyed duck hunting and was an avid tennis player. Jack is survived by wife Patricia, a daughter and three sons.

William G Baddeley ’41 of Charlottesville, VA passed away at the age of 86 in November 2013. Bill was very passionate about helping others through various projects in his church and the community of Charlottesville. He leaves behind his wife Cornelia and three children.

Thomas Winthrop Rossiter ’50 passed away in January 2014 at the age of 77 in Needham, MA. While at Rumsey, Thomas received Varsity Letters in football and baseball. He is survived by his wife Leslie, two children and two grandchildren.

Alfred “Andy” Gildersleeve Jr. ‘51 passed away in January 2014 at the age of 77 in New London, CT. Andy received Varsity Letters in baseball and hockey while he was at Rumsey. He is survived by his wife Barbara and two daughters.

Former Trustee Diane Terni P ’76, ’78, ’81, GP ’13, ’15, ’15 passed away in September 2013 at the age of 74 in Yemassee, SC. Diane preferred to live in jeans and work boots. She was never more herself than when driving her tractor or bottle-feeding a sick lamb. She is survived by her children Linda ’76, Frank ’78, and Stephen ’81 and her grandchildren Thomas ’13, Charlie ’15, and Rebecca ’15.

Stephen C. Reynolds ’53 passed away in November 2010 at the age of 71 in Las Vegas, NV. He was the president of Reynolds & Associates in 1989 and Harsonhill since 2000. While at Rumsey, Stephen earned the Murch Cup for Perseverance and Worthy Endeavor. He is survived by his wife E.J. and five sons.

Lynn Schwabacher Norman ’56 passed away in March 2013 at the age of 69 in Silver Spring, MD. Lynn had a lifelong interest in helping people, which culminated in mission trips to Zimbabwe. She is survived by her daughter, Heather.

John F. Hubbard ’58 passed away in August 2013 at the age of 69 in Washington, CT. John is survived by his four children and wife, Kathleen, a former long term Language Skills Teacher and Department Chair at Rumsey.

John S. Weatherley ’65 passed away in March 2014 at the age of 62 in New Canaan, CT. John was the owner of Weatherley Building Company in Princeton, NJ before he served as managing owner of Berwick Land Corporation of New York. While at Rumsey John earned the Prize for Best Effort and Medal For Excellence. John is survived by his wife Susan, four children and five grandchildren.

Stephanie Baslow ‘72 Holden passed away in August 2013 at the age of 57 in Newtonville, MA. Stephanie leaves behind her husband Bob and daughter, Lindsay. She held the position of office manager for several companies and enjoyed spending time with her cats, Lily and Tigger.

Former Trustee Herbert Bruce Abelow P ’86, GP ’05, ’07, ’11 passed away in August 2013 at the age of 80 in Mill River, MA. Herb served on Rumsey’s Board and enjoyed a long and successful career in finance. He leaves behind his loving wife Betsy, children Bradley, Lisa, Justin and Former Trustee Hawley ’86 and eleven grandchildren.

Remy B. Morosani ‘98 passed away in November 2013 at the age of 30 in Litchfield, CT. Remy enjoyed writing poetry. While at Rumsey he was awarded two Cum Laude Cards with red ribbons and three red ribbons. He is survived by his parents and two brothers.

1. Chris McCarty ‘98 and wife Renata welcomed son Adam Christopher in January 2014 2. Hardy ‘94 and Chrissie Helburn welcomed their son Oliver in May 2013 3. Christina Robbe ‘99 Kaler and husband Steven welcomed Britton Louis Kaler in July 2013. Britton joins big brother Steven. 4. Drew ‘00 and Alex Miller ‘00 Murphy welcomed Jameson Ryan in May 2013 5. Albert ‘85 and Kate Laverge announced the birth of their son Charles James Hendrik in May 2013 6. John Eren ‘97 and wife Kate are the proud parents of Avery Elizabeth born in September 2013 7. Trustee Tina Couch ‘94 and Chris Desiderio welcomed Matthew Weston, born in June 2013 8. Chris Nichols ‘99 and wife Regina celebrated the birth of John Christopher III, born in January 2013 9. Meghan Capozzi ‘96 and husband Keith announced the birth of Keegan Edward Rowe in July 2013

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Alumni Games Bring Hockey, Volleyball and Basketball Players Home to RumseyLufkin Rink was brimming with spectators, cheering on the more than 30 alums who returned to skate in two fast-paced ice hockey competitions for high school/college players and post-college alums. Current Varsity Boys’ Ice Hockey players raised funds throughout the afternoon to contribute to Doctors Without Borders by selling refreshments.

In the Blue Dog Gymnasium, the Third Annual Alumni Basketball Game brought back players from ’95 -’13 drawing a large crowd of fans riveted by the close scoring match-up.

Next door in the Magnoli Gymnasium, Associate Headmaster and Varsity Volleyball’s Head Coach Rick “Sensei” Spooner, welcomed the return of volleyball alumnae for an exciting match including graduates from ’89 -’13 and current students.

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Dimity Wanag ‘13, Katie Burns ‘13 and Katie Devlin ‘13

Young Alums from 2010 - 2013 Hunter Bohan ‘12, Wade Jones ‘12 Max Enis ‘12 and Chris Novak ‘13

Clockwise from top left: Alumni Basketball Game; Post-College Alumni Hockey Team; Montana ‘12 and MaKenzie ‘12 Larson and Logan Adams ‘11;

Alumni Basketball Team; Athletic Director Jay Przygocki, Ashley Burdick ‘10, Danielle Donnelly ‘07, Ashley Farmen and Abby Conroy ‘03; Alumnae

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Rumsey on the RoadAs the Rumsey Hall Community stretches across the globe, Rumsey Receptions remain an important part of keeping the School’s Alumni, extended Family and Friends connected.

Trustee Chris Mahan P ‘12, ‘14 hosted the annual gathering at The Racquet & Tennis Club, NY where over 90 Current and Past Parents, Alumni and Friends of the School were greeted by long-standing faculty members and reunited with special guest, Former Headmaster Lou Magnoli. Headmaster Tom Farmen updated the group on the Campus Center construction project, thanking everyone for their enthusiastic participation, citing the collaborative broad base of support which made this new facility possible.

Headmaster Tom Farmen and Assistant Headmaster and Director of Secondary School Placement Francis Ryan greeted 50 Parents, Alumni and Friends at a reception hosted by the Rumsey Hall Korean Parents’ Association at the InterContinental Seoul COEX. This enthusiastic gathering in Korea brought the Rumsey Family on the opposite side of the globe together as attendees celebrated the success of the School, shared special memories, and learned about the School’s future plans.

In September 2013 Karen and Nick Warren, parents of Samantha ‘15, hosted a reception in Bermuda at the Newstead Belmont Hills Resort overlooking Hamilton Harbour. Headmaster Tom and Ashley Farmen and Assistant Headmaster and Director of Admission Matt Hoeniger ‘81 joined current and former Rumsey Parents and Alumni for an evening of camaraderie and nostalgia. The gathering featured a slide show that included pictures of Alumni during their younger Rumsey days. Grenville Lines P’13 set the tone for the evening arriving by boat in true Bermudian fashion.

Assistant Headmaster and Director of Admission Matt Hoeniger ’81, joined Current Parents and Alumni in Mexico City at the home of Mr. Luis Alvarez & Mrs. Sharon Holden, parents of Luis ‘11, Patricio ‘13 and Javier Alvarez ‘16.

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Seoul, Korea Reception

Bermuda Reception Mexico Dinner

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Assistant Headmaster and Director of Secondary School Placement Fran Ryan P ’12, ‘16 earned his MBA in Management in 2013 from the University of Connecticut.

Dean of Students Clayton Ketchum P ’14, ’17 completed the Cape Cod Bay Challenge, a 34-mile Stand Up Paddle across Cape Cod Bay, raising money for Christopher’s Haven of Boston, MA. Administrative Assistant Janelle Wilk, received her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University, CT in May 2013 and was elected to the Board of Education for Watertown, CT in November 2013.

Associate Director of Admission Ben Tuff P ’22 has finished 10 triathlons and two, 2-mile open water swim races, qualified for the 2014 National Triathlon Championships, and was invited, and subsequently joined, the Timex Factory Team which is made up of just over 300 elite triathletes from across the country.

(Far left) Former Faculty Member Gretchen Tuff P ’22 and Science Teacher Kath Surbey (Far right) completed their first marathon in Newport, RI. (L to R) Science Department Chair Liz Butler P ’20, ‘23 and English Teacher Kim Cooper completed the half marathon at the same event.

Librarian Valerie DiLorenzo P ’15, ‘18 attended a week-long class “Real School Archives in a Virtual World” at the Taft Education Center, CT. She also attended the American Association of School Librarians National Conference “Rising to the Challenge” held in Hartford, CT.

Math Teacher Craig Ough completed the Cape Cod Trilogy, three half marathons, in 2013.

Math Teacher Chris and Lower School PE Teacher Christine Dyball welcomed Simon Allan Dyball in December 2013, pictured with older brother, Peter.

Lower School Art Teacher and Allen Finkelson Gallery Curator Tyler Farmen ‘97 recently opened The Gallery, an art gallery in a defunct post office in Lakeside, CT.

English Teacher Mark Hogan ran the Shipyard Half Marathon, ME while his wife, Field Hockey Coach Stephanie completed the 5k in the same event in July 2013.

French Teacher Georgina Duff has been accepted to the Master of Arts in French Language Teaching Program in Angers, France through Southern Oregon University.

Foreign Language Teacher Sara Taylor and Performing Arts Coordinator Dr. Rosalind Craft joined the virtual chorus of over 8,000 voices to sing in the composer Eric Whitacre’s piece “Paradise.”

Former Faculty Member Bret Boudreaux announced the birth of his baby girl in May 2013.

Former Faculty Member Charlie Swan and wife Nicole announced the birth of Jane Abigail in April 2013.

(L to R) Rumsey attendees at the wedding of Former Faculty Member and Former Director of rumseysummer! Jenn Jankowski ’92 and Lou Persico: Ashley Farmen P ’97, ‘99, Doug Sherman P ’92, Greg Kraft P ’09, Connie Sherman P ’92, Roxanne Kraft P ’09, Amy and Matt ‘81 Hoeniger P ’11, ‘15, Groom Lou Persico, Bride Jenn Jankowski ‘92 Persico, Tom Farmen P ’97, ‘99, Carmela and Ed Jankowski, P ’92,’93,’99, Celine and Rick Spooner P ’88, ‘90, ’94, Seated: Former Lower School Intern Crystal Griffing LaRiviere, Patrice Griffing P ’04, ‘06, ‘09, Metta Ann Rehnberg ’91, P ’18, ‘20, ‘23, Christina Jankowski ’99 and John Jankowski ‘93

FACULTY notes Fall/W

inter 2013-14 | 29

RUMSEY

100 gallons of Arethusa Farm milk served per week

by the numbers

887 mechanical pencils sold in the School Store during the Fall/Winter Terms

620 Community Service hours in the Fall / Winter Terms

Average percentage of students earning the EFFORT LIST each week in the Fall/Winter Terms

dollars earned since 2005 by the Lower School for the American Heart Association through Rumsey’s annual Jump Rope for Heart event

Average percentage of students earning the DEAN’S LIST each week in the Fall/Winter Terms

30 |

Fall/

Win

ter 2

013-

14

45

trips Rumsey has made to Bromley

Donors contributed to the

Campus Center

1,023

19DOGSlive on campus

6

10

SPEEDBUMPS

ON CAMPUS

games played at Lufkin Rink during Fall/Winter Terms

33

8431

33,000

Alumni work at Rumsey

FALL & WINTER TERMS

Alumni Reunion Saturday, June 14, 2014

Pick up the ball...

Rumsey I Iall!l

Registration & Continental Breakfast@ Campus Center

Campus Tour leaving from Campus Center

Luncheon @ Campus Center

Class Photos @ Pavek Tree

“Rumsey Today” by Headmaster Tom Farmen @ The Maxwell A. Sarofim ‘05 Performing Arts Center

Indoor Rock Climbing @ Magnoli Gymnasium

Scott E. Seibert ‘92 Memorial Field• Reds vs. Blues Softball Game with Umpire Lou Magnoli• Outdoor Volleyball

Reunion Dinner @ Headmaster’s House313 Sabbaday Lane

9:30

10:00

12:30

12:45

1:45

2:30

3:30

5:00

RSVP Alumni Coordinator Peter Zendt [email protected] | 860.868.0535

v School Store Open from 9am - 1pm

and run to

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

RUMSEY

THEMED

SCRABBLE

BOARD

A Gift From

Karen, John &

Casey ’08

Campbell


Upcoming Events 2014

15th Annual Rumsey to Rumsey Bike Ride Sunday, June 1

114th CommencementSaturday, June 7

Alumni ReunionSaturday, June 14

30th Annual Benefit AuctionFriday, October 10

Fall Parents’ DaySaturday, October 11

A Balanced Five-Week Program of Academics, Recreation & Enrichment

For Boarding and Day Students Entering Grades 5 - 9

*SSAT PreP CourSe offered

Summer SeSSion

rumsey summer!June 30 - AuguST 1

July 28 - AuguST 1

Swimming • Sports • Activities • Games • Arts & Crafts • Tennis • Hiking Interactive Educational Workshops • Off-campus Excursions • Family Picnics

Recreational Day Camp on the Beautiful Bantam River Valley Campus of Rumsey Hall

Increase self-confidence and learn to contribute as a team player

VolleybAll Skill building

June 30 - AuguST 2

Develop the individual skills of Volleyball - Passing, Setting, Serving & Hitting

Rumsey Vineyard Vines

Rumsey Vineyard Vines merchandise and

Blue Dog Vinaigrette may be purchased in

Rumsey’s School Store or by contacting

Heather Leonard at [email protected]

Embroidered Beach Tote $50 Sconset Silk Sash $50Navy Trim, 24” x 13” *Sash sold separatelyBlue Dog, 72” L

Adult Silk Neckties $50 Blue Dog, Crest or 25th Commemorative

Raspberry

Yellow

Navy Green

Red

Raspberry

25th

Adult Silk Bowties $50 Blue Dog or Crest

Child Silk Neckties $50 Blue Dog

Raspberry

Red

Blue

Yellow

Raspberry

Raspberry

Blue

D-Ring Belts $35Blue Dog

Raspberry

Take home a taste of Rumsey

with a bottle of Blue Dog Vinaigrette.

This lush raspberry & poppyseed salad

dressing is made from a favorite

school recipe by culinary couple

Sarah Leah Chase and Nigel Dyche,

parents of Oliver Dyche ’13. $8

Rumsey Hall scHool

201 RomfoRd Road

WasHington depot, ct 06794

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