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Second graders show spirit during the Homecoming pep rally in preparation for the athletic games that follow.
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mmersion
1. Kyle Hembre '12 works with a child at a school. 2. The group in Nepal sporting the local garb 3. Sam Wagner takes a picture of the immersion group in front of the Taj Mahal with Dr. Ashwi Birdi. 4. Everyone in Varanasi.
The Footsteps of Buddha: India and Nepal Immersion focused on the life and teachings of Buddha during the first two weeks then traveled to Nepal and India.The trip was life changing. Zach Kurdin '12 expresses his appreciation for the experience,“ I've always wanted to see the Taj Mahal and Mt. Everest. Students who wanted to, flew over Mt. Everest and got to go individually up to the cockpit to take pictures. Another highlight and amazing part of the trip for me was listening to a three hour seminar by the Dalai Lama in Dharmshala. We could listen to a translation of his words on a radio. I was really surprised at his good sense of humor.” A highlight for Robby Tate '12 was watching the sun rise on the Ganges River and the city of Varanasi come to life." Janesh Patel '12 stated, "The trip made me appreciate life here, especially being able to drink clean water.
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1. The Rome immersion members congregate in front of the church at San Nicola in Carcere. 2. The group stands on the Circus Maximus with the Palatine Hill in the background. 3. On the last day of their trip, the immersion visited the Baths of Caracalla.
"I loved absolutely everything about the Rome Immersion. I've wanted to go there since I was a little girl, and with two weeks to see and study the city and culture we really got to know Rome," exclaimed Elizabeth Quiros '12, Seeing ruins of buildings that have been in existence for more than a thousand years helped to put context to what the students were studying. Lily Todd '14 states, "Being there is completely different than reading about it." Teachers Bryan Lakatos and Robyn Case planned the trip and led the group on daily excursions beginning with an "Early Rome Tour." Highlights included the Colossium, the Piazza Navona, Pompeii, and the Vatican. "Daily gelato.That's all that needs to be said," said Mai Givhan '14.
1.Dressed in colorful local costumes the females of the group pose for a picture. Women wear different hats to signify whether they are married or single. 2. Jackie Pavlosky '13, Morgan Haak '13, and Stephanie Choo '12 take in the incredible view. According to the Incas the world was created here. 3. Students take a guided walk past a Pre-Incan burial temple. 4. All local transportation in Peru was by boat. Here, Audrey Lane '12 and others travel on the Towaya River, (check spelling) 5. Students deliver recycling posters that they made at MVS to the village of Esperanza. They built and painted recycling bins.
Students on the Peruvian Adventure immersion leamed first- hand that in spite of having very few needs and a low level of technology, the people of this part of the world were some of the happiest and stress-free people they had ever met. Highlights of the trip, led by four-year veterans Rob Gartzka and Anne Griffith, canoeing on the Amazon at night, staying in a lodge that was more like a giant tree house, and a one night home stay on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Macy Merle '13 said about the immersion, "This trip was life-changing. We gained a real appreciation for preserving our environment."
The Civil Rights immersion group traveled down south to study the history of the civil rights movement. One of the most unique aspects of the immersion was the "personal contributions from so many people who really held the movement together," stated their teacher, Mr. Jon Graetz. Marla Guggenheimer '13 explains, "The amazing part of this immersion was being in the actual places where powerful historical events took place. Walking the streets where people rallied for their freedom and sitting in churches where charismatic civil rights leaders stood was amazing."1. The students in the Civil Rights group gather on the steps of the Martin Luther King birth home in Atlanta. 2. The Rev. Al Sharpton, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Congressman John Lewis, Martin King III, and comedian and activist Dick Gregory before the rally at Brown Chapel in Selma, AL. 3. Bob and Jeannie Graetz stand by the sign marking the Graetz Neighborhood where they, f Rosa Parks, and E.D. Nixon lived. ^
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In late February and early March, Ohio was its typical cold, cloudy, rainy self. While these conditions may have been tolerable for all of the other immersions, they were nearly disastrous for the 15 dedicated students in Mr. Brian
Czarnota's Astronomy immersion. The students diligently worked, plotting the courses of planets which media such as Carl Sagan's Cosmos series assured them existed outside the walls of their cloudy prison. They were reduced to learning about the stars through terrifying experiences known as "star quizzes" in which students were confronted with sheets of paper containing dots that they had to label and group into constellations. After a few visits to the Boonshoft Museum's planetarium, all of the wishes placed on unseen shooting stars paid off and the clouds lifted, allowing the now amateur astronomers to see that which they had learned so much about. You don't have to fly to the moon to learn about the stars, at The Miami Valley School you just have to learn to fly above the clouds.
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1. Southern Railway 1401 "Pacific" type at the Smithsonian American History Museum. 2. Chesapeake and Ohio #490 "Hudson" type. 3. Amtrak #164, running from Washington D.C. to Cincinnati. Photo was taken at a stop in Virginia where the group led by Peter Camm and Shea Davis stopped.
The history of the railroad is the history of America, as students in the
Workin' on tin© Roiirood immersion learned. They read and discussed the book Railroads in America and visited Carillon Park and its impressive transportation exhibit. Other Ohio stops included a trip to Union Station in Cincinnati, and the US Railcar and Ohio Railway Museum in Columbus. The group traveled to Baltimore where they visited the B & O Museum and to Washington, D.C. to see the Museum of American History. A fter trips to Georgetown and George Washington Universities, and using a variety of forms of transportation including planes, metro, bus, light rail, com m uter rail the group took the long Amtrak journey back home. Sunny weather enabled the group to follow the trail of the Little Miami railroad, now a Rail to Trail.
1 .The WHAT! Ohio group stands in front of the Patterson Homestead, a supposedly haunted historic spot in Oakwood. 2. At the now closed Mansfield Reformatory, Katherine Brown '15 and Christine Adib '15 pose behind the prison bars.3. Students enjoy hearing stories of the haunted OSU dormitory, Canfield Hall. 4.Dayton's Masonic Temple has been the setting for several weird happenings. 5. Leah Griffith'15 and Harrison Smith '13 pose at Mansfield Reformatory, the setting for the film "The Shawshank Redemption."
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WHAT! Ohio immersion (Welrd, Haunted, and Tragic) soon realized that excitement does live In Ohio. The group researched sides of Ohio that are unknown to many life-long residents, developing a "richer appreciation for their home state," according to teacher, Mr. Blair Munhofen. Dr. Carolyn Phelps described the workings of fear, and Chris Woodyard, the author of the Haunted Ohio book series shared some of her personal experiences with the students.The WHAT! Ohio group traveled to numerous local oddities such as The Golden Lamb Inn in Lebanon and spent three days in Columbus and Cleveland experiencing more of the strange and unusual sites that Ohio has to offer.
Students immersed into Film iVlal<ing by learning to write scripts, direct, and edit by film ing and critiquing their own movie. "The movie. The M arty Murders, is by far one of the best movies in the history of this class," according to Mr. Vin Romeo. The class taught movie techniques through the study of film legend, Alfred Hitchcock, and then focused on the horror genre. Each student participated in a group of three or four to write a movie script that fully outlined the featured aspects of the films. The immersion allowed students to take something ordinary, simple, and fun and understand it at a more complex and entertaining level.
Students on this immersion included from left to right according to the top picture: Evan Staley '14, Julia Brown '14, Jerry Zhang '13, Mae Raab '14, Ding Ding '14, Kaitlyn Wright '14, Conner Imbody '14, Alex Heaney '14, John Winch '14 (with head turned) Lauren Marquis '14, Brittany Bair '13, Nolan Robinson '14, and Brandon Watson '13. Not pictured and taking the photos: Mitch Centers '12.
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1. Thanks to the encouragement of her friends, Laura Schear is able to achieve her personal climbing goal on the ladder at Camp Joy. 2. Mallory Centers, Ashley Trout, Leah Baker, Annaleah Spain, Ding Ding, and Mollie Greenberg learn how dance the Tango. 3. Saagar Kulkarni, Ian Squiers, Lollie Buenaventura, and Maansi Kulkarni at the Hindi Temple. 4. Matt Kolodzik works on his inward bound self portrait project. 5. Sydne Blackburn, Claire Weinstein, Mollie Greenberg, Maansi Kulkarni, and Mallory Centers in a group discussion.
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Through "inward," "outward," and "upward" bound activities, students In the
Freshman Innnnersion take close looks at themselves and practice team-building and leadership skills at Camp Joy. They gradually look toward their larger community by visiting various houses of faith and participating in the MVS phone-athon, among many activities. In a book of pictorial highlights that she created of the immersion, upper school art teacher Linda Kretzler, said of the freshmen, "We danced, we climbed, we rappelled, we hiked, we played squash, we cooked, we journaled, we called alums, we visited many places of worship, we saw paintings of Monet, and we created self-portraits through writing, music, or art. We learned a great deal about teamwork, ourselves, and each other, and we grew as human beings." In addition to Mrs. Kretzler, Ms. Deb Spiegel and Mr. Mark Ash worked with the freshmen.
1. Bre Porter '14 works on her archery skills. 2. Myron Ingram '14 in the dojo learns about martial arts. 3. The Peaceful Warrior immersion show off a yogo position.
Students in the Peaceful W arrior innmersion focused on learning the martial arts in combination with physical and spiritual health. Bre Porter '14 states, "One of the biggest things we talked about was people being afraid to change and try new things, like yoga and to-shin do and meditation and archery, which are all things that we did. We also watched movies which showcased this theme of people trying new things and it being really hard, but worth it, or people refusing to change or move on." The immersion, led by Mr. Glenn Squiers, was a great way to challenge students mentally, physically, and spiritually as they took on new adventures." Any preconcevied notions I had about the martial arts and to -shin do were completely destroyed. My mind was opened to all the possiblilities that practitioners are afforded," added Myron Ingram '14.
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Bo W a n g '12 M a rtia l Arts
"Amidst all the physical wear and tear on my body,
I actually found myself enjoying this opportunity to
expand my capacities through the warrior art of
expressing the human body."
Penny G illio tte '13 "Upon leaving for
Bolivia, I thought my trip would mainly revolve
around volleyball. But I soon realized it was a
much greater trip full of culture, daily life, and
new people."
A ta lie G artzka '12 Fashion Internship
"Doing an independent immersion is the chance of
a lifetime. It's one opportunity you get to truly immerse yourself in a topic
you feel passionately about."
Bli T o to '1 2 "This experience opened up many opportunities for me to have a bright future in the world of international
business and economic development."
A le x a n d e r M itch e ll '14 "Though I did not speak
much of the language, my immersion in Germany
was an enriching experience filled with
soccer, schnitzels, and fast cars."
Jackson W a g n e r '12 Chile Experience
"My first travel out of the country was a trip of a lifetime, 1 experienced a new culture, felt
the romance behind the Spanish language, and made friends that I intend to stay in touch with. I hope this is just
the first of many chances I have to travel."
M ich a e l C a n a d a '13 "I went to Los Angeles to better prepare myself for the college audition. I
learned a lot about myself and my craft."
E m m a M a n g e r '13 New York Theater
Experience “It was so eye opening for me as a performer to realize how
much work you have to put into the career. Sing, dance, and
act your heart out!"
R uoying C h e n g '13 "My experience in
traveling around China and seeing those
wonderful performances really helps me to
understand deeper the Chinese traditional
culture."
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"Tea is an art of life.
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Amnesty Internationa
Amnesty International's annual W rite-A- Thon dennonstrates the leadership of the
club in directing the student body towards becoming compassionate global citizens.
"Amnesty International is a global movement of people peacefully fighting
injustice and promoting human rights. This year we were able to help a lot of people from all over the world and really make a
difference. I am confident that Morgan Haak '13 and Cameron Jordan '13 will
make successful strides in our club's progress next year."
-Allyson Clark '12
1. Stacks and stacks of letters were written by US and MS students during Amnesty's Write-A-Thon.2. Upcoming club president Cameron Jordan '13 composes a letter. 3. Club members Lauren McKenzie '12 and Arianna Yanes '12 create letters during the Write-A-Thon.4. Club presidents Natasha Patel '12 and Allyson Clark '13 work hard to inspire others to be passionate about saving lives through letters.
Acadennic ChallengeLilly Todd '14 gives a
thought provoking trivia question while Noah
Waldman '15, Christine Adib '14, and Matthew
Page '14 attempt to formulate the correct
answer.
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Aesfhesia
Aesthesia, the MVS literary magazine, took on a new role this year under the leadership of editors Kat Wood '12, Alex Lachey '13, Liana Saleh '13, and Brittany Bair '13. Their goals are best summed up by Liana, who says the magazine, "is an opportunity to harness the creative strings of rampant f\/IVS artistic talent into one compact volume." Each week members sorted through submissions of poetry, drawings, jokes, pictures, and short stories from a variety of MVS students to decide what will make up this year's magazine. Marla Guggenheimer '13 comments, "Litmag is awesome. It's a great way for people to express themselves and for the whole community to get a chance to experience the unique talents of our school."
"Litmag not only shows our diverse talents in the English and art departments to our
community, but it is a fun way for students to get to know
other students who share the same interests."
- Natalie Draper '13
1. Members of Aesthesia meet during their lunch period to review submissions. 2. Liana Saleh '13 and Morgan Haak '13 look over a picture.
Academic challenge allows students to express their talents and knowledge in a competitive manner, showcasing some of MVS's academic talent. Although this year's team "had a 50/50 season" according to faculty advisor, Mark Ash. "We were a very young team this year, with no seniors," Mr. Ash added. He is excited to have the whole team returning next year.The group is now focusing on "beefing up its knowledge, to become a little more competitive next year." The team finished six and one at the "Trash Tournament" and competed in the Tippecanoe tournament, « the Rowdy Raider, and the Northmont tournament.
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All School Sing
Every year members of the MVS community gather in the Lane to share "a moment for our
entire school to come together and celebrate the holidays," says Claire Staley '12. This year
students and parents alike enjoyed classics like "Jingle Bells," as well as "How Many Candles Do
We Light?" embracing the diversity of the school. Then, continuing one of the most favorite traditions, each grade joined in for the traditional
singing, and shouting, of the "Twelve Days of Christmas." Although it may not be the most
beautiful rendition, the beauty within the tradition is invaluable in its ability to unite the entire
school, faculty and some parents in a fun event.The All School Sing will always be a great start
to winter break. This year was no different.
1. Lyrit Ertsgaard ‘18 and Elsie Mead '18 prepare for the sing.2. Anticipating their final All School Sing as MVS students, seniors Arianna Yanes '12, Lauren McKenzie '12, Kelsey C lark'12, Daisy Brown '12, Allyson Clark '12, Shavonne Stanek '12, and Lauren Shaver '12 gather for a picture. 3. Lana Katai '17 and Lauren Imbody '17 enjoy the moment.
Jack Brown '18, Tamlr Rastetter '18, Jack Smalley
'17, Colton Morehart '18, and Casey Gossett '17 look
forward to winter break.
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The All School Sing was a great chance for me to look back on my childhood memories of when I first
learned all the songs that were sung.-Indigo Robinson '17
Convocation
Convocation remains one of tlie most toucliing traditions of The Miami Valley School. This year, another distinguished alumni was recognized, reminding MVS of its history as well as its future. Todd Lang, class of 1984 and Executive Director of the Citizens Clean Elections Commission, spoke about how his time at MVS has shaped the person he has become by teaching him to be a lifelong learner. After his inspiring speech and beautiful performances from the musicians of the school, “Carry On My Song” introduced the seniors, first graders, and kindergartners. Convocation is a day to reflect on where students began, to see how much they have grown as individuals, and to see the younger classes as they both embark on new journeys.
"Convocation is one of the highlights of my senior year. It
represents the beginning of the end."
- Atalie Gartzka '12 with Caitlyn Lensch '23
"I really enjoyed being on the other side of Convocation this
time as a senior."- Lauren Shaver '12
1. Sisters Kelsey Clark '12 and Allyson Clark '12 exchange a flower with their brother Nate Clark '23. 2. Faculty and students alike anticipate the convocation tradition. Front row, Brandon Blurton '18, Colton Morehart '18, Makul Sharma '18, and Marc Williams '18.
Senior Shane Ellis '12 and Benji Ray '23 are happy with their exchange.
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Diversity Club
"D iversity council supports the incredible mix of cultures, religions, and beliefs that make MVS such a unique place. Our events and initiatives serve to make students aware of
other perspectives while also being fun and entertaining," says diversity leader Arianna Yanes. The Diversity Council is made up of members from all grade, backgrounds, and
ethnicities in the high school. Meeting every Friday, diversity club plans events including an annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day event
for the entire school as well as an upper school Talent Showcase. At the MLK Day
assembly this year, a musical group called T.R.U. performed their song “Resurrection” about Martin Luther King Jr. and his vision.
1. Diversity Club leader and chairman of this year's Diversity Day, Arianna Yanes '12, leads the ceremony, 2. Students represent their own culture by saying what diversity means to them in ten different languages. 3. Shavonne Stanek '12 brings the Diversity Day assembly to a close by reading Dr. King's "I Have A Dream" speech.
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Film Club
Every Friday during lunch movie critics alike gathered from each grade to watch a special film selected by film club president Mitch Centers. According to Mitch Centers '12, "Film Club has been working to bring the movies outside the classroom. Meant to be seen in one sitting, in a theater, in the dark, movies like The Shining' and 'Young Frankenstein' were shown in the Black Box on Fridays for the student body. Students were given popcorn and free admission to relax, enjoy and experience Hollywood classics."
Shane Ellis '12 and friends enjoy a movie during lunch.
1. Film club members raise thought over the scene occuring on the screen. Some enjoy and laugh at the strange movie while others are confused. 2. Asheev Patel '12, Shavonne Stanek '12, Michael Ludwig '12, Erik Larson '12, Robby Tate '12, Arianna Yanes '12, and Daisy Brown '12 watch a film.
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The chess team had a historic season this year with many notable wins. The team
prevailed over rivals Beavercreek and Bellbrook to clench the Dayton high school chess championship. Sophomores Manish
Paranjpe '14, Ishan Paranjpe '14, and Phillip Shepard '14, along with Bill Dyer '13, and Bo
Wang '12, came together to form an excellent team. Advisor Jon Graetz said, "This is my first
Dayton city win in 23 years at MVS." After much hard practice, the chess team achieved a remarkable third place at the state tournament.
Individually, Manish, Ishan, and Philip placed 12th, 14th, and 15th, respectively. The team
hopes to continue its reign as the chess champions of Dayton for years to come.
Cora Ceipek and Jonathan Rodriguez play "Bughouse," a variant in which pieces captured by one teammate can be placed on the board by the other team member.
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Greenhouse
The whole MVS community anticipated the completion of the Zom iger Environmental Lab, better known as the Z-lab, this year. Director Patti DeLotell, has many exciting and creative plans in store for students of
all grades. The middle school human ecology students will use the Z-lab to plan, research, and eventually consume some of the plants that they grow. With projects like
the individually themed raised bed gardens, upper school honors biology and 6th grade science experiments, lunches on the lawn
(which included tastes of student grown "purple haze" carrots), the new greenhouse
promises to be a hotbed of activity.
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1. Veggies get their start under grow lights in the middle school. 2. During spring break, Shania Patel '17, Ben Olsen '17, and Nick Olsen '17 help Mrs. DeLotell label newly planted pots of vegetable seeds. 3. Paper whites adorn the middle school hallways.
The Z-lab is under construction during the
2011-2012 school year. Students watch the
construction and are curious about the new
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Halloween is a highly anticipated event throughout the MVS community. Year after year, students and faculty never fail to impress with their relevant and creative costumes. Mrs. Kretzler is notorious for her intricate attire. This year, she displayed her enthusiasm for the celebration with her Halo Master Chief costume. According to friends, Sydney Fallen '17 and Lauren Imbody '17, "Dressing up as Ninja Turtles was SUPER fun because we got a chance to dress up and act like the creatures we portrayed."
Tommy Balaj '16 sports a sombrero and poncho.
Margoth Quiros '19 poses with her kindergarten buddy, Kate Ondulick '24.
1. Lauren Imbody '17 and Sydney Fallen '17 strike a pose displaying their Teenaged-Mutant-Ninja-Turtle costumes. 2. Lower school students, Coco Zhang '19, Macayla Wilson '24, Curtis Smith '19, and Angie Mead '19 are part of the Halloween parade.
Mrs. Kretzler, upper school art teacher, shows off her homemade Halo costume.
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Homecoming
Homecoming, as always proved to be an exciting time for the MVS community, filled
with athletic events, reunions, and of course, the dance. One of the most
sentimental joys is the return of the alumni. "Typically, there is an alumni welcome tent
with lunch served. Old yearbooks are out for the alums to see. There are tours for
interested alums. Class reunions take place if the classes are interested, often with a
dinner off-campus," explains Peter Camm.Students, faculty, and MVS fam ilies are
invited to participate in the array of activities available such as the soccer, tennis, and
volleyball games on Saturday, and the annual "Run for the Rams."
Lauren McKenzie '12 receives a pass from her
teammate.
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Homecoming will be even more entertaining next year, as there
are plans to "introduce some Friday evening activities, in addition to our traditional
Saturday activities.- Colin Dunnigan
Harrison Smith '13, outruns liis opponent.
IVIargoth Q u iro s '19 and IVIolle Lyon '19 show off their canine inspired face paint.
EC students gather around Marty at the homecoming pep rally.
1. Mollie Choo '20 loves her new look! 2. kindergarteners Ella Wessel '24 and Mikaela Wade '24 show their spirit posters at the pep rally. 3. Caroline Shoup '24 enjoys the day with balloon art. 4. John Chauvin '13 strikes the ball as James Patterson '12 positions himself.
Parents and students, alike, enjoy the 5K run.
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Model United Nations
This year's Model United Nations team worked hard to accomplish great success for the countries
each partnership represented and won several awards at the University of Dayton Conference.
Competing against hundreds of our region's Model UN teams, the MVS teams emerged victorious.
Their experiences at the University of Dayton prepared them for the highly competitive national
conference at the University of Chicago. Representing the small countries of Tonga and Sri
Lanka, the MVS team was faced with the challenge of establishing their voices against larger and more
powerful countries. Under the leadership of Ms.Spiegel, Mr. LaMotte, and Mr. Munhofen, the
students once again won numerous awards and made their footprint in the most prestigious of
conferences.
1. Richard Smith '13 listens to a proposal by another country during the conference. 2. A photo from the national conference at the University of Chicago 3. Galen Squiers '12 during the competive compeitition in Chicago.
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'Our publications this year really showcased the
effort we invested in each issue as our skills
continued to improve. I can't wait to participate
again next year." -Cora Ceipek '15
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Ornithology
The Ornithology Club was a first time club this year. It was a successful endeavor filled with night-time October owl watching hikes, as well as visits from local bird-watching experts. “ I was happy to be able to connect with nature in the way we did. When you’re bird-watching, you’re extremely attentive and observant of the things around you,” says Heidi Yarger '13, founder of the Ornithology Club. The club raised money to get the school Backyard Certified through the National Wildlife Federation. MVS has even decided to build a bird blind in the outdoor education center next year. “W hy wouldn’t you bird-watch with champions?” says Sydney MacDonald '13.
Heidi Yarger '13, Grady Simms '13, and Karina Yanes '13 look for owls on a night hike.
1. Heidi Yarger '13 watches birds in the MVS garden. As she once said, "Bird watching is American's favorite hobby." 2. Sydney MacDonald '13 also enjoys bird watching at MVS.
In an attempt to produce the most issues in MVS history, Phloem & Xylem
produced seven newspapers. Under the senior leadership of Mitch Centers '12, Arianna Yanes '12, and Lauren Yu
'12, as well as advisor Dr. Barbara Cleary, P&X informed the student body
with stories in news, features, and sports of the school in each edition.
Covering all aspects of MVS from additions such as the Zorniger
Environmental Lab to athletic profiles, students worked hard to produce timely
articles. “This year, P&X was all about bringing relevant news to students in a
way that was meaningful and interesting,” said Arianna Yanes.
Arianna Yanes '12 works on editing an issue of the magazine.
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Red Cross
Students in the Red Cross Club help out their school and community through service
projects and fundraisers to educate people on emergency situation procedures. According
to Shavonne Stanek '12, "We have been raising money by putting on our breakfast
bars." The group again held a W ellness W eek and a blood drive. As prom approached, a
sobering demonstration of a car crash situation, "Drive Smart," left students silent as they watched classmates who were "injured"
loaded into ambulances and a Care Flight helicopter. The simulation was organized by
the club and the Parents' Association, with the involvement of the Montgomery County
sheriff deputies, EMC crews, and MVH CareFlight.
1. A few of the red cross members discuss the blood drive during lunch.2. The Care Flight crew puts student James Patterson '12 in the MVH helicopter during the similation car crash.3. The Care Flight helicopter hovers over the scene of the accident.
Co-president Michael Ludwig '12 discusses
events taking place in the club during a lunch
meeting.
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^ ^ We hope people takesomething positive away from this, (a reference to Wellness ^
Week) " /- Michael Ludwig '12
and Debate
After significant progress during the 2010-11 school year, the MVS Speech and Debate team has continued to grow. Team members participated in Centerville's Novice “Tournashop,” Princeton High School's Barton Classic and the Middletown High School Forensifest. Katherine Brown '14, Lauren Yu '12, and Manish Paranjpe '14 all placed at the Princeton meet. In the final tournament of the season at Mason High School, Emily Albrecht '14 and Sam Pickard '14 placed fourth in Public Forum Debate, Ishan Paranjpe '14 earned a second in Impromptu, and Leah Griffith '14 placed fourth in Oratorical Interpretation. According to advisor, Blair Munhofen, “This upswing in participation and performance is something for which MVS and I are proud. Frankly, this second season was groundbreaking. The students put in time and effort for weeks at a time in preparation for these competitions."
Lauren Yu '12 and Charis Stanek '14 dressed up for a competition.
1. The speech and debate team celebrates its victories after a competition by holding up their awards. 2. The entire team during a speech and debate event.
"Speech and Debate was a fun way to become informed of current events and work on public speaking skills at the same time!" said Lauren Yu '12
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student Governmen
Student Government is the "bridge between the students and the administration," said Daisy Brown '12, co-president of the club. Students from each grade are elected to the position and then represent their grade during lunch meetings throughout the year. Student Government allows students to take leadership over events in the upper school. This student run club plans homecoming, fundraisers, and movie nights. "Student government allows all grades to be represented, ensuring that the students' opinions and ideas are heard. W inter formal was a new event that we brought onto the scene this year that turned out to be an amazing success," said Arianna Yanes '12.
Student Government presidents Daisy Brown '12
and Arianna Yanes '12.
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1. Anisa Kastle '14, Patti Jo Smith '14, Ian Squiers '15, and Katherine Brown '14 prepare for the meeting to begin. 2. Mr. Benedict and Claire Staley '12 speak to the student government about next year's dress code. 3. Galen Squiers '12, Lollie Buenaventura '15, Maansi Kulkarni '15, and Patti Jo Smith '14 wait for issues to be presented.
4 4 Overall, student government works to give each student the best experience during their four years of high school. ^ ^
- Arianna Y a n e s '12
Successions
In keeping with this year's growth and change initiative, Successions also went through a series of its own modifications. Doing away with all of the old layouts and completely redefining the look and content, the Successions staff led by Atalie Gartzka '12 and advisor Tana Eikenbery attempted to create a yearbook that was professional quality with accurate quotes that could represent the whole student body. Due to the new spring book deadline the small staff worked outside of school, nights, and weekends to meet the requirements. "You don't really understand how much work goes into creating a complete book until you actually have to do it. We worked really hard to make a nice final product. I really hope it shows when we get it printed," said Atalie Gartzka '12.
Ashley Trout works on writing a fall sports story.
Atalie Gartzka '12 and yearbook advisor Tana Eikenbery review a page before submitting it.
1. Editor Atalie Gartzka '12 works hard on completing the final pages in the yearbook. 2. Ashley Trout '15, Sarah Gaglione '15, and Brittney Bair '13, work on contructructing stories for sports and clubs.
Sarah Gaglione '15 shoots pictures of the lacrosse team.
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UDDer Schoo
The upper school provides a wide range of visual art electives, including classes like
painting and graffiti as well as ceramics and glass beads. Regardless of the class, the
common link is the opportunity for the artist to become technically proficient, explore self-
expression, and discover their own personal and creative voice. "I love art. I do different kinds of art to express my mind. I think the
most important thing in art if to 'believe'. You have to believe that things are different in
different people's eyes. The idea of connection within things is always balance, like yin and yang. I think that life and death are also balanced, and it is art, too," said Ji
Zhang '13 a foreign exchange student.
Shavonne Stanek '12 works on a fused glass
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"I could not imagine my life without art. It keeps me sane.
MVS has allowed me to grow as ^ ^ an artist." / /
- Shavonne Stanek '12
Using a glass cutter, Allyson Clark '12, cuts glass to use for her fused glass project. "It's a once in a lifetime class. Kretz has the ability to make everyone feel like an artist," she said.
After taking the furniture elective, Shelby Carpenter '12 sits in her handmade chair.
Corde Donald '15 adds colorful ink to his silk scarf design.
1. Bli Toto '12 glues and clamps her chair together. 2. Lauren McKenzie '12 throws a ceramic pot on the wheel. 3. After taking Mr. Gartzka's furniture elective twice, Harrison Smith '13 stands with his second finished chair. 4. Alex Gray '15 blends colors on his pastel for Design 9. 5. Showing off her painting class creation, Leah Griffith '14 poses with her work.
Natalie Draper '13, Allyson Clark '12, and Sam Yellin '13 work on small fused glass creations.
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UDDer School Music
The music program continued to grow and excel this year under the creative
leadership of Mr. Ross Williams. "Following last year's heavy loss of musicians, a lot of
people have stepped up in the Jazz program. With emphasis still on
improvisational skills, we have been studying music theory more and more to
greatly improve our skills in order to fill the gap left by last year's graduating class.
Outside of the Jazz program, music has also been flourishing, with programs such
as the Ocean Dance and Music Project, choir, and many individual musicians who perform in the classical music ensemble,"
summed up David Busarow '14.
1. Michael Canada '13 sings a solo during the winter choir concert. 2. Drew Makiewicz '13, Michael Canada '13, Lauren Yu ‘12, Natalie Draper '13, and Marla Guggenheimer '13 i.e the Ramblers perform a song. 3. Jazz members Alex Heaney '14 and Benjamin John '15 work on a melody.
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The music program allows people to become inspired in specific genres of music, but also allows musicians to
follow their inspiration and learn about it.
- John Winch '14
UoDer School Drama
This year the drama program at MVS continued with its tradition of excellence. Performances of Twelfth Night, directed by Peter Camm, and MacBeth, directed by student Lily Todd '14, captivated audiences. “Though fairly small in size, the quality of the acting in the MVS drama department is superb. We are dedicated, passionate, talented, and capable of managing both memorizing lines and school work with ease. Under the direction of well qualified faculty and even students, the department puts on amazing shows, performances, and showcases," said Michael Canada '13.
“MVS is already a tight-knit community, but doing a production
brings cast and crew members even closer together.”- Beatrice Lovett ‘12
"Personally, I enjoy the intimacy of the theatre at MVS. It allows me to build strong relationships with
cast members and directors. This is something I might not be able to do once I go off and study theatre
at a conservatory or university, therefore I cherish this
completely.”- Michael Canada '13
1. Mollie Greenberg '15 and Bethany Ash '14 star in the MVS production of Twelfth Night. 2. Cast of Twelfth MfifW including director, Mr. Camm.
Claire Staley '12 gives a performance during the production of Twelfth Night
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Middle School Life\
The middle school years are ALL about experiential learning; from learning about the
culture of ancient Egyptians, to traveling to Berea, KY to study about the Appalachian
culture and traditions, to re-enacting the "Underground Railroad" experience at Camp
Joy. We are a diverse school of learners, and our students show it. W hether it's competing
in the Ohio Math League Competitions, hedging their bets in the Stock Market game, or entering an essay into a local Patriot's Pen
essay contest, our students bring forth their talents and aren't afraid to share their
strengths with others. The middle school years are formative years for all students, but with a compassionate and dedicated faculty,
and a globally oriented student body, MVS helps to make all students feel safe to take
those risks and discover something new. According to Zoe Waldman '17 "The middle
school is my second home!"
Thomas Katai '16 learns to care for an infant in Mrs. DeLotell's 8th grade Life
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The middle school is a supportive community, where everybody is your
friend and nobody excludes others. It's where you get one-on-one help from your teachers and the opportt “ ity to
excel.-Michael Dettr 17
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"Although our grade has been overflowing with wonderful new
kids, I feel as if we have all been here since E.C."
- Shania Patel '17
"I first came to this school not knowing what to expect and
somewhat regreting that I left my old school. I am so glad that I did. It's been a great experience and I feel
so blessed."- Abby Dickstein '17
"Ever since I came to The Miami Valley School I have been looking forward to Immersion. Now that it's
only a year away, I can't wait."- Emma Pickard '16
1. Spencer W agner'16, Indigo Robinson '16, Jenny Grossmann '16, and Hunter Graham '16 enjoy a snack break during the middle school's outing to Woodhaven Swim Club. 2. Students create their own version of Quidditch with the help of Miss. Kohtala. 3. Jurnee Agbowu '17 learns about archaeology in Ancient Cultures class. 4. The day's Geometry homework is written on the board by Tobey Cebulash '16. 5. 8th grade girls express their Valentine's Day sentiment during morning announcements.
Madison Choo '16 adds blue-stone to an unknown substance during a chemistry lab experiment in Mrs. Lyon's class.
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Middle School Ar
Middle scliool art, often a favorite class of a student's day, gives boys and girls an
opportunity to learn different, fun ways to express themselves. Middle schoolers
experience what it feels like to be an artist as they learn patience and inventiveness.
Art teacher, Rob Gartzka says, "All projects are based on artists' work. Students gain an appreciation of contemporary art and
learn to use the tools and techniques that make it happen." Among many projects of the year, eighth grade students study the
work of designer, George Nelson, and create original clocks. Seventh graders
learned about perspective and drew a picture of a room full of furniture to
demonstrate what they had learned.
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1. Ian Kimmins '17 puts the finishing touches on his papier mache hockey sculpture. Hopi Indian kachinas and their stories were the inspiration for this project. 2. Alyssa Clements '17 works with Mr. Gartzka to attach yarn hair to her kachina fairy. 3. Peter Benedict '18 shows off the Picasso inspired guitar he created.
Kaelan Patel '18 claims a victory in the middle school
top tournament.
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paint, watercolors, wood, and perspective. Mr. Gartzka will always help
you and never give up on you.- Jack Smalley :7
Music and Drama
Under the capable guidance of co-directors, Laura Orlowski and Laura Kohtala, this year's middle school play, Som ebody Famous, was a huge success. Bella Stevens '17 says, "As a new student, performing in the middle school play was fun, but the best part was developing friendships with my fellow cast members."Mr. Williams' 8th grade music students wrote their own songs and learned how to dissect music into its parts, while the 7th graders had the opportunity to test musical instuments and learn music history. Learning how to read music and practicing correct breathing techniques were some of the activities taught to the 6th graders. Lennox Roberts '17 voiced his appreciation for music class saying, "I loved singing "Sir Duke," by Stevie W onder at the winter concert.
"There are a lot of great musical opportunities in the middle shook
From music class to jazz band and solo projects with Mr.
Williams, I find it easy to express myself through the music here."
- Jack Badgiey '17
"Whenever I sing or play an instrument, I feel as if I lose
myself in the music. Whether I am good or bad at singing, I still
feel happy performing."- Elizabeth Johnson '17
1. Chloe Clark '16 and the middle school jazz band play a song for the pep rally. 2. Hunter Graham '16, Sam Condron '16, and Zahra Khan '16 play Carol of the Bells at the winter concert.
Cast of Somebody Famous - Gabby Vogelstein '17, Taylor Felder '17, Lyrit Ertsgaard '17, Sam Jenks '17, Jessica Li '17, and Jesse Herrick '17. Not shown: Bella Stevens '17
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Lower School Life
The lower school always hums, sings, and dances with purposeful energy! Experiential
learning is threaded through all our experiences; the kindergarten restaurant, first
grade original fairy tales, second grade Heritage Day celebration, third grade’s
independent research projects, fourth grade state fair, and fifth grade’s W illiamsburg trip.
The Outdoor Exploration Center continues to grow. Musician Chris Rowlands worked with
students K-5 creating original songs. This year, the newly renovated library was a
surprise for students, the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra musicians fill the hallways with
sound during the year through the SPARK program, and students enjoyed the new rope
climber on the playground.
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question, "What can you tell me about the lower
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way.- Alex Riggins '20
"Lower school is great."
Bryanna Ivery '20
"Lower school is awesome."
Omesh Aggarwal '20
"Young learners experience difficult
challenges."- Huff Benedict '20
1. Alex Yu '19 lights up his experiment with success. 2. Josephine McCallum '24 puts just the right color on her painting while Kate Ondulick '24 mixes a new hue. 3. Julianne Albrecht '22 is all smiles about her finished science project. 4. Alana Miller '23 discovers the physics of a tornado. 5. Fourth and fifth grade students perform during the winter concert.
Eva Lyon '19 enjoys the hands on problem solving found in the science lab.
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Lower School Art
The studio is a place to invent, imagine, and problem solve. Students explore different media and techniques while beginning to build an art vocabulary. Highlights of the year included the fifth graders’ oversized
sculpture, the “Big Breakfast,” third and fourth graders’ papier mache sculptures for
the 2012 auction, and second graders’ 40 foot painted mural that reflected their studies
of the Great Barrier Reef. Third, fourth, and fifth grade students made books with New
York artist, Tracy Strong while kindergarten, first, and second grade students created a
clay garden mural with Ohio Arts Council Artist in Residence Kristen Cliffel.
1. Lily Dettmer '22 adds underglaze to her ceramic creation. 2. In the studio, Tanisha Pallerla '23 and Amahs Jackson '23 experiment with watercolor while painting their observational drawing of an orchid. 3. Luke Grossmann '19 fills in color for a drawing.
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Pastel self-portrait of Eleanor Peters '20 featured
in the MVS calendar.
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to have my drawings in the ^ g. IVIVS calendar.” "
- Eleanor Peters '20
erforming Arts
LS Performing Arts encourages enjoyment, creativity, and active participation. Teacher, Becky Nienaber, remarks, "I believe in the uniqueness of all children; each is a special gift with something special to offer." Children are encouraged to explore their talents through music, creative drama, and theatre. Logan Carter '19 remarks, "It was fun learning about Hamlet in 3rd grade. Shakespeare is awesome!" while classmate Joey Rose '19 adds, "Performing Arts is creative and fun. I love to act." Eva Lyon '19 reflects, "PA teaches us about life lessons," while sister Mollie Lyon '19 concludes, "I love to act like famous people and learn about history. Performing Arts is hands-on."
First grader, Amaris Jackson '23, rocks it out to music in the "Improv
Center."
Using iPads, Trey Laake '21 and Alexa Leske '21 practice solfege hand signs while matching pitch
with playable solfege treble clefs.
1. Joe Bernsen '19 takes quill in hand as Diedrich Knickerbocker in the fifth grade musical production of Washington Irving's classic, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. 2. The 4th and 5th grade choir. Many Voices Serenading, presents, Keep the Candles Going under the direction of Mrs. Nienaber at the Winter Concert. 3. 2nd graders perform on Orff instruments in preparation for their spring Heritage Day.
After studying several Shakespeare comedies and tragedies, 3rd graders took to the stage reenacting their favorite scenes. Here Nick Bottom (Leah Patel '21) encounters Queen Titania (Renee Palmer '21) during A Midsummer Night's Dream.
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Above:Seniors celebrate their final All School Sing at
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Corri Johnson works on her laptop.
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Taylor Bradshaw"Every day, man is making bigger and better fool-proof things, and every day,
nature is making bigger and better fools. So far, I think nature is winning."
- Albert Einstein
Daisy Brown"Sometimes I do something and I think to
myself, That's so Raven.'"- Zach Galifianakis
Shelby Carpenter"When you want to succeed as badly as
you want to breathe, then you'll be successful."
- Eric Thomas
Mitchell Centers"I would rather entertain and hope that
people learned something than educate people and hope they were entertained."
- Walt Disney
Stephanie Choo"Obsessed is just a word that the lazy
use to describe dedicated."- Unknown
Allyson Clark"Sometimes our thoughts and feelings are our most prized possessions and then there are times to let go of your
possessions and wander."- Saul Williams
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lentf! Kelsey Clark"In destinies sad or merry, True men can
but try."- Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Stefan Cleveland"To give anything less than your best is
to sacrifice the gift."- Steve Prefontaine
Ben Cole"What lies behind us and what lies
before us are tiny matters compared with what lies within us."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
Avery Donaldson"When the power of love overcomes the
love of power, the world will know peace."
- Jimi Hendrix
Shane Ellis"I don't believe you have to be better
than everybody else. I believe you have to be better than you ever thought you
could be."- Ken Venturi
Atalie Gartzka"Rage forever, forever rage."
- Victoria Brandt
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Kyle Hembree"Courage is resistance to fear, mastery
of fear, not absence of fear."- IVlark Twain
Sereena Karaman"When will the fantasy end...When will
the heaven begin?"- In loving memory of Ben Breedlove
Najei Jabari"Live life for a living."
- Unknown
Zachary Kurdin"We can't change the world unless we
change ourselves"- Sean John Combs
Corri Johnson"Les seuls beaux yeux sont ceux qu|
vous regardent avec tendresse." | - Coco Chanel
Gabrielle LaFave"Look hard and ask yourself: what do
you want from life? What truly matters' you and you alone? And you will have
all the answers you will ever need." 1- Unknown
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human mind, because that’s the way my mom taught me." - Sarah Kay
Erik Larson"For where your treasure is, there your
heart will be also."- Matthew 6:21
Soo Yun Lee"Don't live down to expectations. Get out
and do something remarkable.”- Unknown
laf* Willis Lemonam^ 1;# I ignorant of absolute truth. But
^humble before my ignorance and therein lies my honor and my reward"
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Beatrice Lovett"There cannot be a crisis next week. My
schedule is already full."'Henry Kissinger
Michael Ludwig"Never forget that the most powerful
force on earth is love"- Nelson Rockefeller
- Kahlil Gibran
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Lauren McKenzie"Some people hear voices. Some see
invisible people. Others have no imagination whatsoever."
- Unknown
Amanda Mikutis"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter,
and those who matter don't mind.”- Dr. Seuss
Asheev Patel“At exactly which point do you start to realize that life without knowledge is,
death in disguise? That's why, Knowledge Of Self is like life after death, Apply it, to your life, let destiny manifest.'
- Talib Kweli
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Janesh Patel"Some people come into our lives and
quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are
never, ever the same."- Flavia Weedn
Natasha Patel"A day without laughter is a day wasted."
- Charlie Chaplin
James Patterson"My work with you is done. You are j
ready to go into that world. Believe yourself. Dream. Try, Do good."
- George Feeny
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Marissa Peppel"'What greater wealth is there than to
^ own your life and to spend it on growing?"
- Ayn Rand
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Elizabeth Quiros"I figure life's a gift and I don't intend on wasting it. You don't know what hand you're gonna get dealt next. You learn to take life as it comes to you...make
each day count."- Jack Dawson, The Titanic
Nick Ricci"Logic will get you from A to B.
imagination will take you everywhere else."
- Albert Einstein
Lauren Shaver"We wanted to go to the moon, so we
went there. We achieve what we want to achieve. If we are not achieving
something, it is because we have not put our minds to it. We create what we
want." - Muhammed Yunus
Alex Smith"Golf is the closest game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good
shots; you get good breaks from bad shots - but you have to play the ball
where it lies."- Bobby Jones
Connor Sprenkel"Wouldn't you rather have a party with
champions?"- Sydney MacDonald
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Galen Squiers"What is happiness? The feeling that power is growing, that resistance is
overcome."- Friedrich Nietzsche
Nikita Srivastava"iViy life is my message."
- Gandhi
Claire Staley"The truth is that an instant of real love, in the heart of anyone - the noblest man alive or the most wicked - has the whole
purpose and process and mean of life within the iotus-folds of its passion."
- Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts
Shavonne Stanek"Wherever you go, no matter what the
weather, always bring your own sunshine."
- Anythony J. D'Angelo
Qianwen Sun"Joyful along the road, thankful
throughout the life."- Unknown
Robby Tate"Art does not reproduce the visible;
rather, it makes visible."- Paul Klee
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Bli Toto"If you lose your purpose, it's like you're
■ broken."- Hugo Cabret
Jackson Wagner"This is the first day of my life."
- Bright Eyes
Bo Wang"Courage is fear holding on a minute
longer."- General George Patton
ate Claire Winch"I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something.
And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do."
- Edward Everett Hale
Katherine Wood"A dream we dream alone is only a
dream. A dream we dream together is reality."
- John Lennon
Arianna Yanes"Go as far as you can see; when you get
there, you'll be able to see farther."- J.P. Morgan
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Lauren Yu"You have your way. I have my way. ,
for the right way, the correct way. and the only way, it does not exist."
- Friedrich Nietzsche
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Alan ChanAlan was born in Hong Kong and raised in Qingdao, S iiangdong Province. Now, Alan is an exchange student at MVS where he is connpleting half a year. He is a senior now in China and w ill be graduating this
summer. Because of the education differences between the two Alan has
com pleted his graduate exam in China last year but had to wait until summer to
graduate and thus is spending his free time studying in the US. Alan wanted to
come to the US in order to attend a university but also to improve his English
skills and get used to American culture. He really enjoys his experiences at MVS
especially the classes he gets to participate in that he can't take in China, like experim ents, videos, and fine arts.
Outside of classes Alan really likes participating in activities at MVS like
attending w inter formal, a basketball game, and a chess competition. “ I feel so happy
to be here because 1 like to try some different things and every day here seems
really new and challenging,” said Alan.
Mai Givhan '14 celebrates with IVIckenzie Hervey '20 and William Hervey '22 at the close of the Veteran's Day ceremony.
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Eden Campbell Michael Canada
Ryan Carr John Chauvin
Adam Coy
Emmalei Doore Patrick Doran
Natalie Draper William Dyer
Penny Gilliotte
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Cheerleader Libby Schear dresses as basketball
Corde Donald '14 to get students excited for the game.
Marla Guggenheimer Morgan Haak
Bangzhe Huang Aisha Jabari
Cameron Jordan
Adam Coy, Lydia Brazie, and Grady Simms chat between classes.
Sam Yellin, John Chauvin, Patrick Doran, and Robby Weinstein work on physics homework during their
free period.
Alex Lachey and Emmy Doore write letters during an Amnesty lunch meeting.Marla Guggenheim performs in the Ocean Dance and Music Project.
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Sam Yellin Ji Zhang Junrui Zhang
Alex Lachey Sydney MacDonald Andrew Makiewicz Emma Manger Macy Merle
Yuhan Pan Jaclyn Pavlofsky Collin Roe Liana Saleh Libby Schear
Grady Simms Harrison Smith Richard Smith Kaelee Tobin James Ullett
Ari Vandersluis Brandon Watson Robert Weinstein Karina Vanes Heidi Yarger
{What has been your favorite par of junior year?
"My favorite part of junior year was going to Peru and also getting to hang out with Mr. Camm in Quebec."- Macy Merle
"Going to Peru and singing Disney songs with Allyson Clark '12 on the back of a boat." ‘ Ari Vandersluis
"When Colin and John convinced me to join the soccer team, which was a lot of fun. I really got to spend a lot of time with the team."- Richard Smith
Libby Schear, Sydney MacDonald, Grady Simms, Karina Vanes, Asheev Patel '12, and Heidi Varger prepare to go back to class after their lunch.
Juniors and sophomores study math in Mr. Graetz's class.
Alex Lachey and Ji Zhang draw during their lab time.
Close friends Breanna Porter '14 and Eden Campbell.
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David Abney III Christine Adib Emily Albrecht
Anna Alexander Bethany Ash Andra Bane
Julia Brown Katherine Brown
Olivia Brown Kaja Burke-Williams
David Busarow
Matthew Cole Ding Ding
Benjamin Edwards Frances Givhan
Alexandra Gossett
Leah Griffith Grant Harlan
Alexander Heaney Evan Henry-Singleton
Conner Imbody
Myron Ingram Levi Johnson Anisa Kastle
Sarah Kolodzik Stuart Lane
David Abney and Breanna Porter pose for the camera
Lilly Todd performs in the upper school play, Twelfth Night.
David Busarow runs at one of the cross country team's meets.
Phoebe Rose, Stuart Lane, and Ian Squiers '14 pose for pictures after school.The Paranjpe twins lead the academic challenge team during lunch.
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Kaylee Maples Lauren Marquis Alexander Mitchell Rheanna Morehart Allison Norris
Matthew Page Ishan Paranjpe Manish Paranjpe Samuel Pickard Seth Pollock
Breanna Porter Mae Raab Schuyler Ray Lilith Richards-Todd Owen Robinette
Noland Robinson Phoebe Rose Javier Seldon Phillip Shepard Patricia Smith
Evan Staley Charis Stanek Robert Stevens John Winch Kaitlyn Wright
What do you ook forward to in the future?
"i'm looking forward to ttie surprising opportunites that wiii present themselves to me within the next few years I have at MVSl"- Leah Griffitli
"Although l!m only a sophomore, the thing I'm most looking forward to is graduation. I'm glad that MVS gave me an opportunity to explore ail options open to me."- Myron Ingram
"I'm most looking forward to independent studies and immersions in which 1 can take classes to engage in an education based on my personal interests." - Charis Stanek
Kaja Burke-Williams and Alex Heaney hang out during their free period.
Charis Stanek works on a self portrait for Mrs. Kretzler's "Zen and
the Art of Drawing" class.Mai Givhan, Bethany Ash, and
Grant Harlan sit in the hall during Immersion.
Grady Simms '13, Stuart Lane, Leah Griffith take a break during the lab period.
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FreshmenJoshua Abney
Leah Baker Trevon Baker
Sydne Blackburn Lolly Buenaventura
Cora Ceipek Mallory Centers Simren Cheema Nathaniel Choo
Corde Donald
Sarah Gaglione Alexander Gray
Adam Green Mollie Greenberg
Alex Hemm
With the help of his fellow freshmen, Calvin Ross climbs a wall
at Camp Joy.
Jon Idle and Mara McGlumphy learn how to do the "Hustle" during
Freshman Immersion.Kelsey Tobin sings "Christmas Is" in
the MVS winter concert.
Drew Lykins displays his drum skills at the winter concert.Saagar Kuikarni and Josh Abney put in a few more minutes of studying before a World Civ final exam.
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Jonathan Herrick Jonathan Idle Benjamin John Sarah Johnson Matthew Kolodzik
Maansi Kulkarni Saagar Kulkarni Xinzhu Liu Andrew Lykins Henry MacDonald
Mara McGlumphy Jan Menafee Luis Rodriguez Calvin Ross Christine Saleh
Laura Schear Annaleah Spain Ian Squiers Kelsey Tobin Ashley Trout
Noah Waldman Claire Weinstein Charles Wheeler Elizabeth Wood
What's your favorite thing about upper
school?
"You really get a chance to make friends and meet new people, not just in your grade but in all of the upper school as welt."- Lolly Bueraventura
"The best part of upper school is the immersion program, just the new and different opportunities I get to experience, awesome!"- Annaleah Spain
"I\/ly favorite thing about upper school is that you have more freedoms and privileges than you did when you were younger."- Alex Hemm
Cheerleaders Leah Baker and Ashley Trout show their MVS pride at a basketball game.
Maansi Kulkarni experiences a rope course at Camp Joy during Freshman
Immersion.Drew Lykins, Elizabeth Wood,
Christine Saleh, Claire Weinstein, and Mara McGlumphy on the Quebec trip.
Multi-taienied Matt Kolodzik plays the piano and sings.
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8th GradeNina Baig j
Kayla Baker i Tommy Balaj
Nick Berrie Troy Bradshaw
Tobey Cebulash IVIeredith Cliauvin
IVIadison Choo Suneetln CInoudary
Chloe Clark
Sam Condron Jonathan Duberstein
Thomas Epperson Jacob Friedman Hunter Graham
Jordan Maddox and Kinnera Vallabhaneni conduct a
chemistry experiment in IVlrs. Lyon's science lab.
Hilary Wallsworth, Frederico Quiros, and Troy Bradshaw show off their
moves at the March dance.An early spring allowed Suneeth
Choudary and classmates a sunny February day for lacrosse practice.
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The entire 8th grade participated in the Diversity Day celebration.During one of several presentations by writers, Kayla Baker and Madison Choo have a unique opportunity to meet Richard Paul Evans, author of Michael Vey the Prisoner of Cell 25.
Jenny Grossmann Alex Hu Ahsem Kabir Thomas Katai Zahra Khan
What ore you most looking forward to in
upper school?
Asa Leventhal 'dMegan Lewis ■ v' I'-'Jordan Maddox ICarter Makiewicz * I iMiles Menafee 'm K j
Sam Milbauer Matt Paul Emma Pickard Federico Quiros Indigo Robinson
Kinnera Vallabhaneni Spencer Wagner Ellary Walsworth Abby Whitford Ryan Wood
"I'm most looking forward to freshman immersion and immersions in general. I'm excited for the chance to travel and experience new cultures."
f. J - Kinnera Vallabhaneni
"I'm excited for the responsibility and freedom of being an upper school student." - Abby Whitford
"i'm looking forward to gaining new friends and the challenge of taking the next step and starting a new chapter in my education."- Miles Menafee
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Eighth grade girls Hunter Graham, Abby Whitford, and Spencer Wagner hang out in
the middle school commons after school.
Indigo Robinson, Megan Lewis, and Spencer Wagner enjoy recess on the new
turf field.Nick Berrie poses for a Bretscher advisory
picture.
Jenny Grossmann and Ahsem Kabir participate in a team building initiative at Joy Outdoor Education Center.
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7th GradeJurnee Agbowu
Jackson Badgley Alicia Buenaventura
Alyssa Clements Penn Cosier Carter Deller
Michael Dettmer Aaron Dickstein
Abigail Dickstein Morgan Dunnigan
Lillian Dunning Sydney Fallen Casey Gossett
Zachary Gunlock Carter Haak
Chase Harlan Chloe Hemm Jesse Herrick
Kalyn Hopkins Lauren Imbody Charles Jacobs
Samuel Jenks
Carter Haak plays a game of Quidditch during
a Friday afternoon study hall.
Sophie Schellhammer, Alycia Buenaventura, and Bella Stevens
enjoy a nice day outside. Visiting Chinese students teach Nick Olsen and others calligraphy during
Ancient Cultures class.
Eighth grade girls pose on the new turf field.Good friends, Chloe Hemm and Bijou Rozakis pose for the camera.
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Elizabeth Johnson Lana Katai Ian Kimmins Jingyi Li Charlie Lyon
Nathan Mitchell Benjamin Olsen Nicholas Olsen Shania Patel Michael Perevozchikov
Iman Quadri Lennox Roberts Bijou Rozakis Ishaan Sandhir Sophie Schellhammer
Jonathan Sequeira Jack Smalley Jenae Sosebee Danielle Stevens Gabrielle Vogelstein
What is your favorite tining
about being in middle sclnool?
Jonas Wadzinski Zoe Waidman
"I would say my favorite part of middle scfiool is project period and getting to interact with different grades more."- Lauren Imbody
"I like being more independent and getting to be challenged more." - Jessica Li
"I like that you get to meet a lot of new friends because everyone gathers at one spot during class changes. I also like that middle school prepares you for what comes next."- Charlie Jacobs
Nick Olsen and Aaron Dickstein participate in a team building activity at Camp Joy.
Morning announcements is the time when friends, Jonas Wadzinski, Charlie Lyon, and
Jonathan Sequeira get caught up on the news. Lennox Roberts, Sydney Fallen, Alyssa
Clemments, and Shania Patel smile for the camera.
Jack Smalley introduces his little brother David to life in the middle school.
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6th GradeBijan Arasteh
Peter Benedict Charlie Biehn
Brandon Blurton Amanda Blust
Nathan Bratz Jack Brown
Armaan Cheema Matthew Clark
Jayda Coleman
Lycia Cromer Roopreet Dab Lyrit Ertsgaard
Taylor Felder Joshua Friedman
After a couple of hours of fun in the pool, friends Lycia
Cromer, Elsie Mead, and Samantha Ross take a break before returning to
MVS.
Students in Miss Bretscher's 6th grade math class learn new
geometry terms. Orientation begins at Camp Joy.
Math students work on a group project in front of the Lofino Atrium.Mac Clark, Bijan Arasteh, Jack Brown, and Charlie Biehn work on a novel illustration for English class.
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Payton Haak Grant Hanley
Maxwell Johnson Ian LeskeMeghan McDonough Elsie Mead
Colton Morehart Ciara O'Donoghue Kaelan Patel Tamir Rastetter Gillian Rebar
Cyril Robinette Samantha Ross Sophia Ross Ayonna Sanders Makul Sharma
Quinn Squiers Evan Ward Johnathan Weller Marc Williams Avery Woodruff
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How is middle sclnool different
rom lower school?
"There is a lot more freedom and classes that you can focus on. The sports teams are also a lot more competitive and there are more games,"- Jack Brown
“You're responsible for getting places on time rather than your teacher getting you to those places, which is a big change."- Roop Dab
"You have to practice time management. I like the freedom and responsibility."- Evan Ward
Summer reading for the 6th grade included li reading the novel, The Battle of Jericho and
a captivating visit by the book's author, Sharon Draper.
New student, Amanda Blust, gets to know other members of her advisory during a
photo session.Friends, Jayda Coleman and Ayonna
Sanders, tackle the newest piece of climbing equipment at Camp Joy.
Mr. Benedict discusses the topic of academic excellence with the sixth graders.
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Jonathan Albrecht Joe Bernsen
Liam Burns William Caldas
Logan Carter
Katherine Dettmer Ethan George
Luke Grossmann Andrew Gunlock
Yash Gupta Clarence Hopkins
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Ma'Caila Howard Eva Lyon
Mollie Lyon Stephen Lyon
Alec Martin Angie Mead Satya Morar
Margoth Quiros Joey Rose Nelly Rose
Gabrielle Shaw William Shouse
Curtis Smith Seth Stevens
Katherine Stierle Shane Taylor
Vennela Vallabhaneni Jack Wire
Alex Yu Grace Zerba Coco Zhang
After drawing a portrait of Mr. Benedict, Joey Rose shares it with him.
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Fifth grade girls cheer for the boys at the St. Luke soccer game.
Steve Lyon escorts his kindergarten buddy, Gabriel Dunn.
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Margoth Quiros and Katherine Stierle complete a long term project for science lab.
Jordan Bradstreet has a hands-on experience in Kellie Carter's science class.
Visiting artist Tracy Strong shares her passion for making books.
The fourth graders are all smiles at Glen Helen.
Huff Benedict and Alexis McNutt make a discovery in science.Emi Clark, Mollie Choo, and Rachel Balaj enjoying a nice day on the playground.
Omesh Aggarwal Rachel Balaj Jordan Beasley Troy Benedict Jordan Bradstreet Mollie Choo Emi Clark
Imelda Donnelly Julia Freeman John Groger Heather Hanley Nina Hemm Mckenzie Hervey Bryanna Ivery
Henry Jenks Ella Johnson Pierce Katai Alexis McNutt Vera Menafee Chloe Midkiff Trinity Minus
Salaar Mirza Alex Misick Niam Morar Leo Paris!Eleanor Peters Alex Riggins Destiny Rome
Neil Sawh Andrew Shamma David Smalley Ian Wadzinski Adina Weiss Brigand Wientge Elijah Wireman
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Ava Banks Pruthvi Choudary
Evy Cook Casey Edgerley
William Groger Sam Grossmann
Sahir Kabir Trey Laake
Alexa Leske
Amelia Merithew Isabel Miller
Renee Palmer Leah Patel Dave Scott
Christian Stevens Oscar Waldman
Jake Wang Adeza Wientge
In the art studio students experiment with soft pastels. Evy Cook and Renee Palmer add
blended pastel using an indirect technique.
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Students look at stars through their own telescopes at the
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. During their astronomy overnight
third graders look for constellations.
Oscar Waldman researches the phases of the moon.
Luke Weller and Sam Leventhal share time together at the end of the day.
A.J. Palmer, Connor Dunnigan, Andie . , , Burns, and Lucy Leventhal prepare forhands, a favorite geography proiect. sharing holiday traditions.
Lakshmi Jain, Moliy Clark, Joe Brown, Connor Dunnigan, and Alaina Martin show school spirit.
I've got the whole world in my
and friends enjoy geography twister.
Julianne Albrecht Sophia Bernsen Joseph Brown Andie Burns Alexander Carlton Molly Clark Lily Dettmer Jack Donnelly
Connor Dunnigan Chioe Evans Ryan Evans Will Good William Hervey MaLaya Ivery Lakshmi Jain
Bea Laake Lucy Leventhal Samuel Leventhal Alaina Martin Ronald McCoy Norah Miller
A.J. Palmer Nick Palmer Julia Peters Isha Rao Kiara Sanders Mira Soin
Drew Sprenkel Cameron Ward Chase Watson Luke Weller Antoine Wilson Phillip Yu
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Sri Lel<ha Clioudary Natlianiel Clarl< Kayleigli Cook
Alex Duncan
Soraiah Easterling Robert Edgerley
Sean Gupta Amahs Jackson Caitlyn Lensch
Alana Miller Bahraam Mirza
Nesta Owens Tanisha Pallerla Frances Peters
Benji Ray, Nate Winston, Sean Gupta, Nate Clark, and Addie Reid participate in a SPARK
presentation.
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First graders show their spirit at the pep rally.
Kayleigh Cook, Soraiah Easterling, Lekha Choudary, Tanisha Pallerla,
Benji Ray, and Bahraam Mirza create motion in science.
With pencil in hand, Kayleigh Cook enjoys writing and drawing.
Gabe Dunn and Devin Wilson try out the new rope climb.
Caroline Shoup and Kate Ondulick work together on a math problem.
Carla Ivery, Izzy Romeo, and Kyren Schmidt mix and add color to their
line paintings.
BINGO!! Macayla Wilson and Aishah Siraj play planet bingo as they study space. Andy Rodzinka and Alex Barnabas make a discovery in science.
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Alexander Barnabas Anna Barrett Heath Bradstreet Gabriel Dunn Doshia Hall Aurora Henry-Jones
Carla Ivery Josephine McCailum Sarah Merithew Jacki Milliken Nicholas Noyola
Kate Ondulick Henry Reid Andy Rodzinka Isabel Romeo Kyren Schmidt
Caroline Shoup Aishah Siraj Gavin Soin Chloe Stephens Mikaela Wade
Charlotte Ward Ella Wessel Devin Wilson Macayla Wilson Lulu Zhang
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Madison Coffee Thomas Cook
Clara Deneault Liam Evans
Maximilian Halter
Breeanna Kwofie Ryannah Murphy
Morgan Robinson Andre Sequeira
Ariana Zaman
Enjoying the winter weather are Holden Midkiff, Kennedi Washington, Trevor Meyer, Liam
Shields, Jay Holbert, Andrew Shields, Clara Deneault, and Madison Coffee.
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Morgan Robinson and Thomas Holden Midkiff draws a self-portrait. Cook dig for dinosaurs in the sand
table.Nehia Schmidt and Clara Deneault
share a story.
Learning about Arctic penguins is fun for Ryannah Murphy, Andre Sequeira, Morgan
Robinson, and Clara Deneault.
Building with Legos is a favorite activity for Kaila Pai, Liam Evans
and Andre Sequeira.Nihia Schmidt and Nikki Meier play
a matching game.
Liam Evans, Holden Midkiff, and Andre Sequeira build a rocket with ladder blocks. Ryannah Murphy, Andre Sequeira, Daniel Silvain, Alex Lemus-Joshi, and Liam Evans play on the climbing wall.
Catherine Eberly Jay Holbert Arjun JainAndreas Lemus-Joshi Nicoletta Meier
Trevor Meyer Kailasa Pai Sophia Paul Jiya Ramdeo NihIa Schmidt
Andrew Shields Liam Shields Daniel Silvain Lucas Soin
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Faculty & Stam
Trey Adam Mark Ash Janelle Bailey Kathleen Bechert Lisa Benedict Peter BenedictEnrollment US Math Early Childhood Early Childhood Headmaster/Bd. of Headmaster
Financial Aid Trustees/Admln. Asst.
John Bevis Director of Facilities
Ashwi Birdi US Science
Brenna Bretscher MS Math
Sarah BrewerDirector of
College Counseling
Peter CammU.S French,
Performing Arts Coordinator
Carly Carey MS Geography/
Speech
Mario Carrillo LS Phys. Ed.
Kellie Carter LS Science
Robyn Case Library/Media
Specialist
Barbara Cleary US English/
Communications
Michael Coleman Bryan Czamota Deb DaileyMS Science US Science MS/US Skills MS Phys.Ed. Specialist
Shea Davis
US English
Patti DelotellZ Lab Coordinator
MS Human Ecology
Anne DettmerAdmin. Office
Manager
Julie Dube Second Grade
Colin Dunnigan Director of
Development
Tana EikenberyMS Soc. Scl. MS English
Rob GartzkaMS/US
Visual Arts
Jennifer George Kindergarten
Bill Glisson Head of MS MS Soc. Scl.
Jon Graetz US Math
Anne Griffith US Science
Kay Hetzer Literacy Leader
Connie Howard Kindergarten
4 4The faculty at MVS is unlike anywhere else. Their passion, knowledge and
love of teaching fosters successful students and strong relationships.
- Arianna Y a n e s '12
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Counselor MS Math
Bruce Huntsbarger Lin Jenkins Kathie Johnson Christie Kemper Heike Kennel Kathy Kissinger Laura Kissinger Laura Kohtala Fifth Grade Tech. Integrator LS Visual Arts ^School Receptionist Athletics LS Spanish,
MS Admin. Asst. Alum. Relations
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Linda Kretzler US Visual Arts
Janice Krochmal First Grade
Ken Laake Jr. Athletic Director
Bryan Lakatos Tech. Director
US Latin
Matt LaMotte US Soc. Sci.
Ting L i LS/MS Mandarin
Yolanda Lyon MS Science
Denny Manning Dir. of Grounds/ Transportation
Yvonne Martin Fourth Grade
Katie McCalllum Austin Munhofen US Admin. Asst./ Communications
Registrar Coordinator
Blair Munhofen US Soc. Sci./
English
Becky Nienaber LS Performing
Arts
Laura Orlowski MS English
Julie Patel Director of EC
Julie Paul Second Grade
Judy Payne Coord, of
Extended Day
Amy Powell Suzy Powell Kathy Priest Maureen Redmond Vin Romeo Linda Shaver LS Admin. Asst. Head of LS Third Grade US/MS Spanish US English Fifth Grade
Karen Smith Dir. of Finance/
Operations
§Gabriela Sparks
US SpanishDebbie Spiegel
US MathGlenn Squiers
US Soc. Sci,Susan Strong Admin. Coord.
Sara Swift Fourth Grade
Debbie TippsLS/MS/US Skills
Specialist
Allison Wagner Early Childhood
Sam Wagner Head of US/ US English
Kristin WhiteData Mgmt./
Donor Research
Ross Williams US/MS Music
Alisa Workman Early Childhood
Hua Zhang US Mandarin
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Varsity soccer player Nathaniel Choo '15 faces off with an opposing player for the ball.
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Above;As the varsity volleyball
team huddles, Lolly Buenraventura ‘15
celebrates the point won.
Cross Country boys pose for a picture before their
Lower school student Bryanna Ivery '20 moves
'the ball forward with the . f help from teammate Alex
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Men's Varsity Soccer
Looking back on the 7-8-4 season, A lexander M itclie ll '14 says, "It was a liard
season considering we lost so many players but the team worked really hard
and we had a good season." Despite losses the team continued to put endless
effort on the field for themselves, their coach, Mr. Carrillo, and fans in the
sidelines, "Our coach worked hard for us so we wanted to work for him. All of the hard work that we did was able to be displayed when we played in front of home crowds,"
A lexander Mitchell '14 stated. Senior James Patterson reflects on his career and
says, "I will always remember the passion that Coach Carrillo and the other players have put into the field, the game, and the
memories."
1. James Patterson '12 and teammate Stuart Lane '13 congratulate each other on the sideline with a handshake. Patterson '12 remembering all the times he played on field one says, "there is no better feeling." 2. Going for the ball, Noland Robinson '13 and an opposing player, head bump in unison. 3. The varsity men meet for a team huddle to prepare themselves for the upcoming battle.
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4 4 Throughout my career, I know that I have been influenced by many great peers and
lifelong friends. My only hope is that I have passed this knowledge down to
those younger than me because I know how helpful it would be to me. I know I
could not have asked for a better community and facility to spend my higli
school career.- Stefan Cleveland '12
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Women's Varsity Soccer
The women's varsity soccer team completed a great season with a record of 11 -6-2. Each player worked hard to improve her skill in various aspects of the game. Under the leadership of Head Coach Mary Raiff and Assistant Coach Chris Clouse, the team made MVS history by winning its sectional game. Captain Daisy Brown '12 stated, "W inning sectionals/ regionals was definitely the highlight of the season, because we never expected to go that far. I learned that working hard and staying focused can bring you
a long way."
1. Captain Daisy Brown '12, Lauren Shaver '12, Allyson Clark '12, Goalie Gabby LaFave '12, Lauren McKenzie '12, Captain Kelsey Clark '12, and Lauren Yu '12. Allyson Clark '12 says, "I played all four years of high school, and we've always had a great team and really awesome coaches." 2. Even with a broken arm, Kelsey Clark '12, prepares to score a goal. 3. Kaltlyn Wright '14 approaches the ball.
"Playing in the district semi-final game was my favorite memory.
It was a history- making moment and a tough game."
Phoebe Rose ‘14
"The most significant thing I learned was how important
teamwork is."Maansi Kulkarni ‘15
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Women's Tennis
The young women's tennis team worked hard and built this year to finish the
season with a fantastic record of 15 and 5. W hile there were no outstanding
tournam ent wins Rheanna Morehart '14 made first team all area for the second
year in a row. The team adjusted to the game mid-season and improved
immensely in the second half of the season. "The young team will only get
better next year because of all of our returning talent," said Coach Vin Romeo.
Arianna Yanes '12, who along with Rheanna played incredibly according to Coach Romeo, states, "The tennis team
grew so much this year, both in our game and in our personal relationships."
1. First singles Rheanna IVIorehart '14 serves the ball in a scrimmage against the men's varsity tennis team. 2. Women's varsity team with Coach Vin Romeo. 3. Seniors Arianna Yanes '12 and Audrey Lane '12 pose with Coach Romeo. 4. The JV team with Coach Brenna Bretscher.
4 4 The underclassmen brought tremendous spirit to the tennis team. The varsity and junior varsity
teams had amazing winning seasons this year. The jam-packed schedule was exhausting, but incredibly rewarding at the end of the season.
-Audrey Lane '12 9 9
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Cross Country
Running. That's pretty nnuch all the MVS cross country team does. This year's team worked extremely hard in practice every day to compete for MVS. A rough estimate is that each person ran about 300 miles during the fall season and that does not include practice during the summer. While it was a building year for the girls' team the boys were able to score points at every meet. "I believe that this is the first year in MVS history that an MVS boys' cross country team competed and scored as a team in the District Cross Country meet. There weren't a lot of spectacular finishes, but there was hard work, fun and promise for the future," says Coach Chris Watson.
“I’ve been running cross country since I was in 7th grade. The best part about finishing the three mile
race is the sense of accomplishment you get
afterwards.”Anisa Kastle ‘14
1. Team members await the upcoming race under the MVS tent. 2. Claire Winch '12, Anisa Kastle '14, and Marla Guggenhelmer '13 excitedly prepare to run 3.1 miles. 3. David Busarow '14 rounds the corner with teammate Ah Vandersluls '13 close behind.
“It’s only three miles.” Grant Harlan '14
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Varsity Volleyba
Despite a losing record, the varsity women's volleyball team really grew as one. With the
help of Coach Melissa Bissel and Captain Shavonne Stanek '12, team members
worked hard, regardless of the score. "1 learned how to work as a team, how to
encourage others, and how to play volleyball! W inning our first game was my
favorite memory from the season because it was such a close game and we pulled
through," said first time varsity player Lolly Buenaventura '15. By the end of the
season, the team members had developed close camaraderie and look fonward to next
year.
1. Ryan Carr '13 spikes the ball over her opponents block. "I learned that spirit is vital and perseverance and hustle are key," she says. 2. The team huddles during the game to discuss the next play and get themselves motivated.3. The entire team lines up after their first game to transition to the other side for the second game.
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4 4 The team was so close by the end of the season, and Shavonne did such a
great job bringing team members from different grades together. W e
really were a team and that made theseason fun. ^ ^
- Mai Givhan ‘14
Varsity Golf
1. Mr. Laake, Alex Smith '12, and Sarah Kolodzik '14 on their way to state. 2.Zach Kurdin '12, David Busarow '14, Sarah Kolodzik '15, Alex Smith '12, Coach Dement, Matt Cole '15, and Ben Cole '12 celebrate with metals. 3. Teammates Ben Cole '12 and Alex Smith '12. 4. The Golf team.
"The golf team had a season of ups and downs. The beginning and the end were the high points. W inning my first tournament at the Brookville invitational was something I will never forget. Seeing my teammate, Alex Smith '12, sink a 20 foot putt to go to state was another highlight I will always remember. Matt Cole '14, David Busarow '14, and senior Zach Kurdin '12 continued to play better and make the team stronger. Sarah Kolodzik '14 played her usual strong and steady golf throughout the conference matches," summarized Ben Cole '12. Finally, Eden Campbell '13 said, "The MVS golf team had a great season with many exciting courses and matches. We all grew as players with the help of Coach Ron Dement and will miss our seniors very much next year."
"Good times during the season made lasting memories and great
accomplishments."Alex Smith '12
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MS Bovs' SoccerWith a very large group of middle
school boys, Coach Eric Kissinger says, "We were able to really focus on
full-sided tactics during practice. Having the experience and leadership of a
large 8th grade class definitely helped throughout the season when certain
things didn't go our way. I was proud of the development that each player
exhibited. Many made great leaps and bounds with regards to their skill-set
and building towards the future." Looking back at the 2012 season
(4-7-1), Carter Haak '17, said, "Whatever we did, we did as a team."
Coach Phil Klimowicz, Tommy Balaj '16, Nick Berrie '16, Frederlco Quiros '16, Matt Paul '16, Ellary Walsworth '16, Thomas Katai '16, Jordan Maddox '16, Alex Hu '16, Jacob Friedman '16, Coach Eric Kissinger
Jesse Herrick '17, Jack Smalley '17, Michael Perevozchikov '17, Ian Kimmins '17, Jack Badgley '17, Charlie Lyon '17,Carter Haak '17, Lennox Roberts '17
Nathan Bratz '18, Cyril Robinette '18, Peter Benedict '18, Payton Haak '18, Jack Brown '18, Brandon Blurton '18, Charlie Biehn '18, Jack Weller '18, Tamir Rastetter '18, and Ian Leske '18
MS Girls' Soccer
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Members of the middle school girls' soccer team (3-8-2), learn all about teamwork and developing passion for a sport. Even though soccer was a new sport for some, the experienced girls were helpful and accepting to those who were not at experienced. Small, but powerful Lyrit Ertsgaard, said, "Soccer is not only a sport; it is a way of showing who you really are."
Coach Laura Kissinger, Meredith Chauvin '16, Amanda Blust '18, Jenny Grossmann '16, Chloe Clark '16, Madison Choo '16, Quinn Squiers '18, Alyssa Clements '17, Abby Whitford '16, Coach Laura Kohtala,
Bijou Rozakis '17, Lyrit Ertsgaard '18, Emma Pickard '16, Nae Sosebee '17, Lana Katai '17, Jessica Li '17,Alicia Buenaventura'17
MS Golf
Troy Bradshaw '16, Sam Milbaurer '16, Alyssa Clements '17, Coach Brian Bair
Lilly Dunning '17, Alec Martin '19, Charlie Jacobs '17, Chase Harlan '17
Not pictured: Suneeth Choudary
This was a very successful year for the middle school golf team. According to Lilly Dunning '17, "We had a great season this year! I had so much fun spending another year with awesome teammates and a great coach." "My favorite memory was when I got a par on one of the hardest holes and also when we won the league," stated Troy Bradshaw '16. Team members really enjoyed becoming friends while improving their golf game. "With such a small team, it was easy for us to come together and develop our skills," stated Alyssa Clemments '17. Coach Bair, proud of the 7 and 1 record of his team, stated, "Practice and perseverence lead to a championship season."
MS Volleyba
In spite of a season record of 3 and 5, Coach Gigandet's middle school volleyball
team gained important experience and confidence. According to Jurnee Agbowu
'17, "Volleyball is one of the most self- empowering sports I know. As soon as I
spike the ball, it feels like I'm smashing the earth!" The girls loved working together as a
team. Sydney Fallen '17, new to MVS this year, said "Our volleyball team was
awesome. W e kept trying no matter how many times we lost. I hope we all come back
and play again next year. I love our team!"Coach Gigandet, Jurnee Agbowu '17, Spencer Wagner '16, Indigo
Robinson '16, Hunter Graham '16, Gabrielle Vogelstein '17 Bella Stevens '17, Sydney Fallen '17, Ayonna Sanders '18 |
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LS Boys' Soccer
Lower school soccer provides an opportunity for fourth and fifth grade boys
to practice new skills and to try out different positions on the teann. This
year's group of boys, coached by Peter Benedict and Julie Paul ended the
season with a very respectable record of 6-6-0. According to Coach Benedict, "I
was very impressed with the team's growth and development of skills. By
season's end, we competed well into the playoffs and challenged teams that had
beaten us earlier. That shows teamwork."
Back row: Coach Peter Benedict, Liam Burns '19, Curtis Smith '19, Will Shouse '19, Alec Martin '19, Joe Bernsen '19, Satya Morar '19, Huff Benedict '20, Logan Carter '19, Steve Lyon '19.
Front row: William Caldas '19, Pierce Katai '20, Seth Stevens '19, Jordan Bradstreet '20, Alex Riggins '20, Yash Gupta '19, Niam Morar '20, Neil Sawh '20, Andrew Shamma '20, Salaar Mirza '20. Not pictured: Coach Julie Paul.
LS Girls' Soccer
In her second year of coaching, Carly Carey saw the return of most of her team from last year. With the addition of some 4th graders who were new to soccer, the team was able to work together to vastly improve abilities and play more like a team. Each girl had the opportunity to try different positions to gain new skills. The girls ended the season with a 4-7-1 record. Coach Carey stated that they had lots of fun and approached every game with an excellent attitude.
Coach Carly Carey, Nelly Rose '19, Grace Zerba '19, Eva Lyon '19, Bryanna Ivery '20, Rachel Balaj '20, Mollie Lyon '19 Alex Misick '20, Vennela Vallabhaneni, '19, Katherine Stierle '19, Vera Menafee '20
Eleanor Peters '20, Joey Rose '19, Margoth Quiros '19, Emmy Clark '20, Katie Dettmer '19
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Men's Basketba
Through rough times during the basketball season the men managed to work hard
during every practice and game while building a strong sense of camaraderie to
finish the season with a record of 14-9.Focusing on playing as gentlemen
representing MVS, a noticeable improvement in the players' basketball game was noted over last season. As Noland Robinson '14 said, "In the few
years that I have been at this school, the basketball program has gone through a lot of change. In the past two years our team
has gotten much better. I enjoy being on a team that works hard and is continuously
getting better,"
1. Colin Roe '13 looks to his teammate to pass the ball. 2. Running down the court, Noland Robinson '14 is in transition. 3. Owen Robinette '14 is in his defensive stance. 4.The varsity basketball team.
^ ^ No matter what sport I’m playing: I build a bond with every player on my team, so they are
no longer considered just teammates - they are family.
- Harrison Smith ‘13I {p. #92 }
5. Trevon Baker '15 goes for a layup despite the defensive traffic. 6. Dribbling the ball, Harrison Smith '13 calls out a play. 7. The JV and freshman basketball team.
"Varsity basketball is an amazing experience. I'm building
relationships and life-long bonds that couldn't be achieved any
place else. Creating a brotherhood is an incredible
experience."- Brandon Watson ‘13
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Women's Basketba
The women's basketball team finished another successful season
with an amazing 31-3 record. The women put their best efforts into
practices and all of the hard work showed after each victory. Strong
bonds built between the girls during the season helped keep them on
their best game. "We had an excellent season this year, and I am
so proud of how hard everyone worked. I am really going to miss the
team. I wish them luck next year!"said Lauren Shaver '12.
1. Shelby Carpenter '12 takes the ball to the basket completely blowing by her opponent. 2. The women's varsity basketball team. 3. The team meets in a huddle during the game. 4. Daisy Brown '12 takes a shot from just inside the three point line.
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^ ^ Each person brought a new and different element to the team. We bonded and meshed as a family and had an awesome season!
Everyone works so hard and puts forth so much effort.
- Shelby Carpenter ‘12
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Cheerleading
1. The cheerleaders perform a halftime cheer to the crowd during a home game. 2. Libby Schear '13, Olivia Brown '14, Lauren Marquis '14, and Atalie Gartzka '12 at the first away basketball game. 3. Libby Schear gets the fans on their feet during a timeout.4. The cheerleading squad.
This year the MVS cheerleaders worked on motivating the varsity basketball boys while being fun and enjoyable for the fans to watch. Focusing on quarter and half time cheers, the cheerleading squad, under no direction from a coach, created all new original dances and cheers under the leadership of Atalie Gartzka '12 and Libby Schear '13. As said by basketball player Harrison Smith, "You guys have made a big contribution to the way we play our game. The cheerleaders and the fans give us a reason to play and always get us hyped up. Just another reason why this year's cheerleaders are the best."
“This year was my first year doing cheer and the squad really made
this season exciting and fun.” Olivia Brown ‘14
“Cheerleading was so much fun! Our squad got really close and
worked really hard and ended up having an amazing season.”
Laura Schear ‘15
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Varsity Swimming
The M VS swim team continues to grow and build witli each year it is in
existence. The team flourished with new swimmers despite still not having quite enough to score points needed to win
meets. "As a new swimmer this year, I felt very accepted and our team did very
well overall," said Lauren Marquis '14. Although the swim team did not quite
reach the success of previous years the team as a whole worked hard and
individual swimmers received personal bests. Patti Jo Smith '14 said, "I was really proud of how well the team did
with few swimmers. I can't wait to swimnext year!"
1. David Busarow '14, Stuart Lane '14, and Kyle Hembree '12 discuss the swim event that just took place. 2. Members of the girls' relay team cheer on their teammate in the water during the Metro Buckeye Conference meet. 3. Captain Audrey Lane '12 swims the butterfly.
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It's been a wonderful experience watching the swim team grow over the past four years. We
grew from a team of four to a genuine competitor in the Metro Buckeye Conference.
The dedication and positive energy on the team was inspiring and our coach, James Landis, put in a lot of hard work to help us ^ ^
become faster.- Audrey Lane
Varsity Wrestling
1. Turning his opponent, IViatt attempts to pin him.2. iVlatt successfully pins his opponent with an arm bar. 3. After defeating a Troy Christian opponent, he poses for a publicity picture. 4. Matt wins the State Division III title in Columbus.
Matt Kolodzik started wrestling at age four. Coached by his father, Matt is inspired by his greatest role nnodel, his brother Daniel, a college level wrestler. A typical day begins with five minutes of running and stretching, 15-20 minutes of warm-up drills and technique practice with a workout partner, and 90 minutes of live wrestling. Matt wrestles folk style until June and July, when he switches to free style. He says, "Wrestling is the hardest thing I've ever done, but I wouldn't have it any other way." His hard work paid off and his dream became a reality in March when he won the Division III state championship in the 106 pound category.
"Balancing school with academics is never easy, but when you have to sacrifice even more, like more time and
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Varsity Squash
Varsity squash Coach Charlie Johnson reports that the 2011 -12 season finished on a high note as the MVS team finished 3rd of
6 teams in the G O W School's William Raynard Tournament. The team was
competitive in all its matches during the season, and Galen Squiers '12 at #1 was
undefeated throughout the season. Cocaptain Corri Johnson '12 said, "This squash
season was very satisfying as our co-ed varsity team, made up of some experienced
players returning from last year's team and some players brand new to the sport,
bettered our overall match record against rival teams in competition over last season."
1. Corri Johnson '12 uses a forehand shot. 2.The varsity squash team. 3. Front row: John Winch '14, Jackson Wagner '12,James Ullett’13, Sarah Johnson '15, Bli Toto '12, Corri Johnson '12, Ian Squiers '15,Galen Squiers '12. Front row: Zach Kurdin '12 4. Sarah Johnson '15 uses a forehand volley to win the point.
My favorite part of squash was not the successes but the time
we got to spend together. * a - Ian Squiers '15
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ower Lifting
With the leadership of Coach Christie
Kemper and IViyron Ingram '14, members of the power lifting club developed strong
techniques and practiced with determination
as they prepared for their first competitiion.
Each member of the team improved his skills
with bench presses, squats, deadlifts, and
other exercises. According to Ingram,"We're really looking for new people to join
and since it's considered a club, you can
come to a practice and try it out for a day."
1. Richard Smith '132. Calvin Ross '153. Myron Ingram '14
MS Sauash Club
Coach Charlie Johnson states that ,"The
middle school squash team, which competes
in a league against three other schools
practiced hard each week during the season
and played extremely well in all their
matches. In the season final results, the MVS
team placed 2nd out of the four teams that participated, and with many returning 6th and
7th graders, MVS squash should be in
position to take the top spot next season."Zoe Waldman '17 said, "Squash was a fun
after school sport I looked forward to at theend of each day."
Back row: Tamir Rastetter '18, Cyril Robinette '18, Bijan Arasteh '18, Alex Hu '16, Jack Weller '18, Penn Cosier '17, Maxwell Johnson '18, Grant Hanley '18, Coach Charlie Johnson, Evan Ward '18. Front row: Jayda Coleman
'18, Elizabeth Johnson '17, Zoe Waldman '17, Roop Dab '18, Quinn Squiers '18, Clara 0'Donoghue'18iP" j
MS Bovs' BasketbaBecause of the large turnout of boys for middle school basketball, the 6th graders played In the C YO League,
while the 7th and 8th graders played in the Metro Buckeye League. The 6th grade team had a very successful season, ending with a 10 and 1 record. According to Coach Lewis Roberts of the boys in the older group,
"About halfway through the season we started to jell as a team. The boys began to learn that basketball is just like classwork. It takes hard work to be successful. W e're really looking forward to next year." Chase Harlan
said of the team's 4 and 9 record, "We had a tough season, but we really came together as a team."
6th grade team: Back row; Coach Marc Williams, Marc Williams, Payton Haak, Ian Leske. Front row: Mac Clark, Kaelan Patel, Brandon Blurton, Armaan
Cheema, Charlie Bien.
7th and 8th grade team: Back row: Coach Kevin Kemper, Miles Menafee '16, Jordan Maddox '16 Carter Makiewicz '16, Jesse
Herrick '17, Jack Badgley '17, Lennox Roberts '17, Coach Louis Roberts. Front row: Casey Gossett '17, Jon Sequeira '17, Charlie Lyon '17, Asa Leventhal '16, Chase Harlan '17, Carter Haak '17.
MS Girls' Basketba
Back row: Coach Kathy Kissinger, Allysa Clemments '17, (man Quadri '17, Sydney Fallen '17, Jurnee Agbowu '17, Nina Baig '16, Amanda Blust '18, Taylor Felder '18.
,g Front row: Nae Sosebee '17, Hunter Graham '16, Jenny Grossmann '16, Abby , Whitford'16, Kalyn Hopkins'17.
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The middle school girls' basketball team ended its season with a record of 3 and 10. In spite of their record, the girls remained enthusiastic. According to Iman Quadri '17, "We had a really fun time. I hope that next year we see more wins and have as much fun as this year." Coach Kathy Kissinger stated, "I am very proud of this team. They worked hard throughout the season, and it was evident through their improvement on the court. W e will miss the contributions of our four 8th grade players as they move to the upper school program. I look forward to a strong nucleus of players returning next season."
LS Bovs' BasketbaWhile their record of 2-8 seems disappointing, the lower school boys' basketball team's season was still a success. Coach Laura Kissinger explains, "From the beginning to the end of the season every player made great improvements to his individual skills. It was great to see the team really become a cohesive unit." Team member Steve Lyon '19 states, "I feel like I improved my shooting and rebounding skills. W e could always count on Joe Bernsen '19 to get the ball and Alec Martin '19 to receive the ball and shoot. I can't wait to be on the middle school team next year."
Back row: Logan Carter '19, Alec Martin '19, Steve Lyon '19, Satya Morar '19, Joe Bernsen '19, Shane Taylor '19, Huff Benedict '20, Coach Laura Kissinger. Front row: Jordan Bradstreet '20, Niam
Morar '20, Yash Gupta '20, David Smalley '20, Neil Sawh '20, William Caldas '19. Not pictured: HenryJenks and Luke Grossmann.
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The girls on the lower school basketball team ended the 2012 season with a record of 4 and 6, but winning is not always the most important thing about a sport. As Coach
Cariy Carey states, "I forget the record from this year's lower school girls' basketball
season. I have forgotten about the games we lost. What stays with me from this season
was all the hard work and improvement that occurred. As a coach it is amazing to watch a team transform. By the end of this season we were running plays, setting screens, and
pressing on defense. It was a great season."
Coach Carly Carey. Back row: Vera Menafee '20, Eva Lyon '19, Grace Zerba '19, Nelly Rose '19, Mollie
Lyon '19, Bryanna Ivery '20, Katie Dettmer '19, Alex Misick '20. Front row: Katherine Stierle '19, Vennela
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Men's Varsity Lacrosse
The varsity lacrosse team started the season with high expectations. The players
and coaches returned a week early from spring break for two-a-day practices and
opened the season with a well-played but tough loss to a talented Dayton Lacrosse
Club. With eight returning seniors and a number of returning underclassmen, there
was a lot of excitement and anticipation about the team's success. Unfortunately, a
series of injuries and related setbacks changed that. The coaches rebuilt the team
with partiular focus on the fundamentals, individual, and team play. The team's
goals were based on personal mastery, leadership, and honoring the game. By
season's end, these goals were achieved.
1. Jamie Patterson ‘12, a team leader, conducts the team in an early season warm-up. 2. The men's varsity lacrosse team. 3. Coach LaMotte addresses the men on their game. 4. During practice, the team members stretch as part of their warm-up.
I remain optimistic about our overall success. I also remain unconcerned
about our record because that's not why we're playing lacrosse; we're building a
program.- Coach Matt LaMotte
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Women's Varsity Lacrosse
1. Goalie Lauren McKenzie '12 makes a save. 2.Phoebe Rose '14 attempts to catch a pass during practice. 3. Coach Carey instructs Lolly Buenaventura '15 and IVlara McGlumphy '15 on how to properly play defense.
This year marked the third year of the girls' lacrosse program at MVS, and the growth and development of this team were very clear this season. According to Coach Carly Carey, "We were so much more competitive with every team we played. W e competed with schools with over 1000 girls in the high school." As the girls' skills and knowledge of the game improved, they learned how to play like a team. The amazing talent and leadership of the seniors will be
greatly missed next year."
Morgan Haak '13, Macy Merle '13, and Libby Schear 13 sitting on the
new turf.
Allyson Clark '12 and Jackie Pavlofsky '13 play around
during practice.
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Varsity Men's Tennis
Coach Vin Romeo, who now has over 1200 wins to his credit, stated
that victories over Xenia Christian and Chaminade-Julienne, two
ranked teams, helped to make the 2012 season a positive one. He
stated that ,"We ended last year's tennis season with a very
inexperienced team and it took three weeks to figure out the best
line-up. The last half of the season was a huge improvement over the
first."
1. Galen Squiers '12 prepares to receive the ball from his opponent.2. The MVS men's varsity tennis team. 3. Schuyler Ray '14 and Manish Paranjpe '14 warm up during a practice. 4. A shot of the Vin Romeo Court.
^ 4 We've had an exciting season.I was pleased with the effort
that the men who were newcomers to the program put
into our successful season.- Connor Imbody '14
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Track and Field
This year's varsity track team lias liad more tlian its sliare of challenges during the 2012 season. With a decrease in athletes on the team, several injuries, and students involved in more than one spring sport. Coach Michael Coleman says of his team, "It's been a tough year that's helped to bring out the best in Coach Watson and me as coaches." Senior Lauren Shaver has her eyes on the state competition, and is working hard to qualify in the 800 meter run. Shelby Carpenter '12 suffered an ankle injury late in the season. Grant Harlan '15 appears to be an up-and- comer in the mile and two mile runs.
J.T. Seldon '14
1. Sprinters Shelby Carpenter '12 and J.T. Seldon '14 practice resistance and strength drills. 2. Lauren Shaver '12, Owen Robinette '14, and Grant Harlan '14 practice on the track at Welcome Stadium. 3. David Busarow '14 trains hard to obtain his goals in the 400 and 800 meter runs.
Grant Harlan '14
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MS Bovs' LacrosseThe middle school boys'
lacrosse team expanded its
ranks in the 2012 season
thanks in large part to a set of
avid and eager new players and
a sixth grade fueled by its lower
school team experience.
Coach Trey Adams enthused, "The team will continue to teach
sportsmanship, develop skills, and build character in
preparation for the varsity
program."
Back row: Assistant Coach Colin Dunnigan, Ishaan Sandhir '17,Thomas Katai '16, Matt Paul '16, Nick Berrie '16, Sam Jenks '17, Frederico Quiros '16, Sam Milbauer '16, Leo Flotron '18, Payton Haak '18. Middle row: Carter Deller '17, Tommy Balaj '16, Penn Cosier '17, Troy Bradshaw '16, Charlie Lyon '17, Thomas Epperson '17, Nathan Bratz '18, Jack Weller '18, Kaelan Patel '18, Aiden Dinning '18, Front row: Peter Benedict '18, Ian Kimmins '17, Jacob Friedman '16, Jack Brown '18,
Mac Clark '18, Brandon Blurton '18. Not pictured; Coach Trey Adams, Croft Haggerty '17, and Lennox Roberts'17.
MS Girls' LacrosseThe 2012 year has been a successful one for the middle school girls' lacrosse
team. With a current record of 5-2, the
club team, consists of MVS girls and several players from other schools. According to Coach Laura Kissinger, "The girls have all improved throughout the season. It's been wonderful having so many leaders out on the field. They
work as a team in every game, which
lends itself to all of our successes.They are a joy to coach."
Back row: Coach Laura Kissinger,Madison Choo '16, Meredith Chauvin '16, Abby Whitford '16, Indigo Robinson '16, Spencer Wagner '16, Zahra Khan '16,Claire MacDonald, Coach Davis Benedict, Middle row: Katie Feidmann, Hunter
„ Graham '16, Jenny Grossmann '16, Bridgette Martinez, Valerie Gurevich ,Sarah Pierce, Emma Noll. Front row: Quinn = Squiers'18, Morgan Balcerek, Chloe Clark'16, Lycia Cromer'18.
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MS Track and FieldChloe Hemm '17 expressed the excitement
of track and field when she said, "From the
pressure of the starting line to the fire of the gun or running past the finish line, to
run is to be free." With a team that
includes almost one fourth of the middle
school, this year's middle school track and
field team has been able to hold its own, especially against teams from higher
divisions. Coach Laura Kohtala says, "Coach Paul and I are so happy with the
number of students participating this year. W e have strengths in all areas.
Back row: Coach Julie Paul, Charlie Lyon '17, Jonathan Sequeira '17, Jordan Maddox '16, Jack Badgley '17, Michael Dettmer '17, Alyssa Clements '17, Jurnee Agbowu '17, Taylor Felder '18, Ayonna Sanders '18, Sophie Schellhammer '17, Coach Laura
Kohtala. Middle row: Bijan Arasteh '18, Lennox Roberts '17, Alicia Buenaventura '17, Kalyn Hopkins '17, Iman Quadri '17, Lana Katai '17, Abby Dickstein '17, Nae Sosebee '17, Clara O'Donoghue '18, Jayda Coleman '18. Front row: Chloe Hemm '17, Emma
Pickard '16, Lyrit Ertsgaard '18, Elsie Mead '18, Meghan McDonough '18.
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An enthusiastic group of middle school tennis
players promises to have an excellent 2012
season. Coach Raya Morehart explains, "We
have a great group of boys and girls, 18 in all.I'm especially pleased to have a 4-1 win over
Lakota, a school that is new to our schedule
this year. W e remain undefeated so far this
season." Michael Perevozchikov '17 says,"The highlight of the season was in a match
against CJ. After being defeated by him four
times in tournaments outside of school, I finally beat my CJ rival." As Colton Morehart
'18 says, "We can beat them all!"
Back row: Charlie Bien '18, Michael Perevozchikov '17, Jonas Wadzinski '17, Colton Morehart '18, Alex Hu '16, Makul Sharma '18, Avery Woodruff '18, Coach Raya Morehart. Middle row: Tamir Rastetter '18, Cyril Robinette '18, Bijan Arasteh '18, Jack Smalley '17, Tobey Cebulash '16, Armaan Cheema '18, Asa Leventhal '16, Charlie Jacobs '17. Front row: Meghan >
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LS Boy's Lacrosse
The lower school boys' lacrosse team consisted of players from the fourth and fifth grades, as well as sixth grade crossover players and a few boys from neighboring schools. The team has had a successful season so far, winning 11 and losing just 5 games. Peter Benedict '18 explains, "We have the chance to try every position that we want to try, and everyone gets playing time.Some of the boys have been playing for many years, while some are new to the game, but all the boys really enjoy lacrosse."
Coach Peter Benedict. Back row: Neil Sawh '20, Logan Carter '19, Kaelan Patel '18, Satya Morar '19, Carter Winch '19, Nathan Bratz '18, Jack Weller '18, Jack Brown '18, Henry Jenks '20, J.V.Boozel '19, Jordan Bradstreet '20. Middle row:
Aiden Dinning '19, Brandon Blurton '18, Payton Haak '18, Ethan George '19, Peter Benedict '18, Mac Clark '18, Huff Benedict '20, Yash Gupta '19. Front row: Will Shouse '19, Steve Lyon '19, Jack Wire '19, Alex Yu '19, William Caldas '19,
Salaar Mirza '20, Omesh Aggarwal '20, Niam Morar '20. Not pictured: Loudan Maples.
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