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BLUE& HITE THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE
SUMMER 2008
50th Commencement Speaker JOE KLEIN,
TIME magazine columnist, author of
Primary Colors and father of TEDDY ’09
Classof2008CollegeD ESTINATIONS
Ogechi Nkemjika Anunkor Syracuse University
Alexandra Diane Applegate Wittenburg College
Eun Sung Bang Purdue University
Josh Bigelow Pace University
Jade Brown Florida Southern
Stephen Francis Conti Colorado Mountain College
Charles Coursen Castleton State University
• Lena Ann Crane
Y.P. Devin Diao
Marlboro College
Hartwick University
Juan Bosco Domecq College of International Studies, Madrid
Derek Maxwell Eaker Lynn University
Harry Clay Evans V Wheaton College
Jacob R. Foster Mitchell College
Michael Kimon Fulis New England College
Christina Suzette Galan Rhode Island College
Carolyn Grace Eastern Connecticut State University
Sean P. Graesser SUNY Binghamton
Sang Eun Han Centenary College
Eliana Gabrielle Heller Clark University
Jang Sun Hong Pace University
Courtney Rose Keffer-Fries UMass Boston
Hong Kyu “Harold” Kim University of Illinois
Koo Bae Kong University of Southern Indiana
Jong Ho “Steven” Lee Purdue University
Soomin Lee University of Washington
I-Tsen Liu Richmond University, London
Ryan Jordan McCarthy Albright College
Max Juhan Neuhaus Sacred Heart University
Jung Hwan Oh Boston University
Christopher Byron Porter University of Southern Maine
Katherine Elizabeth Riley Ithaca College
Theodore Beardsley Rindos University of Montana
A. Christian Romano Franklin Pierce University
Andrew William Romanowski Goucher College
Bryan Kristofer Ebner Strahm Purdue University
Mirabelle F. Thevenin Hobart & William Smith Colleges
Michael Vizcarrondo SUNY Albany
Alana Wachs Wheelock College
Micah H. Washington Deferred
Steven D. Weisenseel Arcadia University
Ayaka Yoshigaki New Image College of Fine Arts
BLUE&WHITE S UMMER 2008
IN THIS ISSUE:
1 LETTER FROM THE HEADMASTER
Excerpts from the 50th Commencement address
3 COMMENCEMENT 2008
BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ceremony Photos
Speaker JOE KLEIN P’09
Guest KEN INGRAHAM from the Class of 1958
ALFRED C. BROOKS, Chairman Awards, Prizes, Recognition
“LEGACY” Families
JAMES R. SAMARTINI, Treasurer
11 THE MARVELWOOD FUND
WILLIAM J. EDWARDS ’63, Secretary
An Investment in Values
THOMAS ADAMS P’07 12 REUNION WEEKEND
New Faces and Lots of Photos
MARY BAINBRIDGE P’09
16 NOW&THEN
MARK BODEN ’84
Trivia
TED BOHNEN ’64
17 ACROSS THE EARTH
SARAH D’AGOSTINO CHRISTENSEN ’83 The Headmaster and Director of Development Harry Clay Evans V
THOMAS B. GORIN P’01 Visit Asia and Receive a Warm Welcome in Seoul
MARSHALL HEAVEN ’72 19 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
David Yarnell P’11 joins the Board of Trustees
KRISTIN E. MCINTOSH ’74
20 WOMEN OF MARVELWOOD
THOMAS H. C. PATTERSON P’04, P’11
Debut Dinner
JOHN REYHAN ’82
21 AROUND CAMPUS
SARA-JANE DANAHER RINDOS ’80, P’08 A New Arrival
Students Volunteer for Year-Long Assistance
JAMES T. SWANSON ’93
Marvelwood Hosts Yale Field Scientists
DAVID YARNELL P’11 Carl “Skip” Tucker Day Explained
Take a Trip to Belize
Win an iPod shuffle
School Store
25 CLASS NOTES
News and Photos
Alums in the News
In Memoriam - Marvelwood Remembers
31 SAVE THE DATE!
11th Annual Parents’ Association Auction
We are Coming Soon to a Town Near You
The Blue&White is published by the Development Office:
Irene Hopkins, Director of Development - irene.hopkins@marvelwood.org
Kathy McCann, Associate Director of Development - kathy.mccann@marvelwood.org
Trisha Barry, Director of Publications - trisha.barry@marvelwood.org
Cover photo by Wendy Carlson
Photography: Wendy Carlson, Tom Kates, Alex Vincent ’88, Laurie Doss, Trisha Barry,
Irene Hopkins, John Russell ’88
Marvelwood School does not discriminate on the basis of handicap, sex, race, color or national
or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, personnel matters, admissions,
scholarship and loan programs, or athletic or other programs.
Headmaster’sLetter Excerpts from the 50th Commencement address on May 31, 2008.
e have gathered here today to honor the seniors as they close one chapter of
W their lives and embark on a new one. It is a time to thank the faculty and
staff for their commitment to continuing Mr. Bodkin’s mission – to provide
the path that leads to personal growth and academic success for young peo-
ple willing to get involved in their own education and committed to the challenge of
preparing for college.
I would also like to thank the faculty and staff for their tireless effort to make this year a
successful one and to recognize those faculty who are leaving Marvelwood. Sharon O’Brien
is retiring after 13 years of service. During her tenure, Sharon has taught Strategies, English,
Creative Writing and has been a major supporter of the performing arts. Her work at
Marvelwood culminated this spring with the senior class dedication of the yearbook to her.
We are all sad to see Sharon go and wish her the best of luck.
Melanie Ough has been with us for two years in the classroom, but before that she lived with
her husband Craig in Star Dorm. They now live down the street and are expecting a new addi-
tion to their family, a baby boy. Melanie’s commitment to academics, dorm life, student health education and athletics was reward-
ed this year by the senior class giving her the 2008 award for Outstanding Female Faculty.
Kate Bendrick has only been at Marvelwood for one year and has made a lasting impression in the performing arts, in the class-
room and in the dorm. I wish Kate the best in the pursuit of her PhD, and hope that one day she will return to Marvelwood.
The Class of 2008 and its 41 members hold the distinction of being Marvelwood’s 50th graduating class. Fifty years ago,
the four members of the Class of 1958 held another distinction - that of being Marvelwood’s first graduating class. A lot
has changed between the first commencement ceremony and today’s. Marvelwood has grown in size, added females to the
once all-male student body, moved its campus from Cornwall to Kent, and diversified the culture with an international pop-
ulation. One thing, however, has not changed in 50 years. Marvelwood today remains true to the founders’ original mission
and will continue to do so into the future. One member of Marvelwood’s first graduating class has seen the school evolve
over the years and is here with us today. It is an honor and privilege to welcome former senior prefect Mr. Ken Ingraham
of the great Class of 1958.
Our commencement speaker today is a celebrated political analyst, a noted columnist on national and international affairs for
TIME magazine; a contributor to The New Yorker; and the author of the critically acclaimed novel Primary Colors. Joe Klein’s
articles have appeared in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post and The New Republic. He
can often be seen on CNN and other news outlets. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Ameri-
can Civilization. He is member of the Council of Foreign Relations and is a former Guggenheim Fellow. At Marvelwood, we
know him simply as “Teddy’s Dad.” It is my distinct pleasure to welcome Mr. Joe Klein as our 50th commencement speaker.
Seniors, this is a moment in your life that you will carry with you for years to come. Whether you have been at Marvelwood
for one year, or all four years of high school, you will draw on the experiences you have had here as your life unfolds. And,
at this time, you are no longer students at Marvelwood. You have earned the right and privilege of calling yourselves alums
and I welcome you. Congratulations.
Scott E. Pottbecker
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2007-2008
Memorable
Marvelwood
Moments
from the Headmaster’s
Commencement Speech
Marvelwood Memorable Moment #2
Marvelwood Memorable Moment #1
● The completion and dedication of the Anne
1
Davidson Scott Athletic Center.
● Ryan McCarthy ’08 dressing as a woman in
2
Marvelwood’s production of “SYLVIA.”
● Beating Forman to retain the Spirit Day Cup for
3
the fourth straight year. I think it is worth mention-
ing that Forman has never won the cup.
● Chris Porter’s ’08 interpretive dance at Marvel-
4
wood Idol.
● Freshman Ho Jin Kim and junior Jae Eun Lee
5
winning top honors in the Kent Art Association’s
annual Student Art Show. Ho Jin took first prize in Marvelwood Memorable Moment #3
the painting category, and Jae Eun won for drawing.
● Marvelwood’s second annual dinner theater and the
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outstanding musical production of “Into the Woods.”
● And lastly, the Boys and Girls’ tennis teams quali-
7
Marvelwood Memorable Moment #7
fying for the New England Tennis Championships.
Marvelwood Memorable
Moment #4
Marvelwood Memorable Moment #5
Marvelwood Memorable Moment #6
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50th
Commencement
2008
Photos from top, clockwise: The Class of
2008 with Ken Ingraham ’58 of Marvel-
wood’s first graduating class; Salutatorian
Samantha Liu (left) and Ayaka Yoshigaki;
Bagpiper Lee Collins led the procession;
The graduates prepared to process.
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Joe Klein Offers Graduates Sound Advice
by Trisha Barry
self-assured, confident Joe Klein addressed 41 graduates,
A their families, faculty and friends at Marvelwood’s 50th
Commencement. At the onset, he declared he would
not deliver a typical graduation speech. Mr. Klein confessed
that he would not tell the seniors to “be prepared,” or advise
them that “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single
step.” Instead, he focused on this phrase, “the shortest distance
between two points is a straight line.” While noting that it was
a math problem and not really advice, Mr. Klein said students
are often told to “finish school, go to college, choose a career
and get a job.” But when a student has difficulty, be it lan-
guage, organization, focus, or the student has yet to experience
unfamiliar settings or situations, a curvy path may lead to
greater self-discovery. From there, Mr. Klein told a personal
story, one that he had never publically revealed.
He confessed that he would not tell
the seniors to “be prepared,” or advise
them that…
He told the audience about the uneasy experience of noticing
something “not right” about his older son Chris. A visit to the
pediatrician proved devastating when the doctor informed the
young couple that their 8-month-old son was brain damaged
and would never be able to attend a regular school. A second A family portrait: Joe Klein with his wife and son, Victoria and Teddy ’09.
opinion from a neurological specialist contradicted the pedia- Joe Klein is TIME magazine’s political columnist and the author of
trician. The toddler was not brain damaged, but blind, he told six books, including his most recent best-seller, Politics Lost: How
American Democracy was Trivialized by People Who Think You're
them. Still reeling from the diagnosis, a third doctor was con- Stupid and the critically acclaimed, Primary Colors. His son Teddy
sulted and the Kleins learned that their son was not blind, but just completed his junior year at Marvelwood.
had a visual disorder, characterized by decreased vision. When
Chris was ready for school, he attended a “regular school,” but
needed very thick glasses and, in order to read, had to have his
face right to the page. As technology advanced, Chris was able noted). Today, Chris is a Foreign Service Officer in
to wear ordinary glasses. Washington, D.C. In addition to speaking French and
Chris attended Darrow School and excelled at socializing, Russian fluently, he is one of the best Chinese language
according to his father. Upon graduation, he chose to go to speakers in the Foreign Service Office.
San Francisco State University rather than take a math test Mr. Klein told the audience that it took him years to
for admittance to the more challenging University of Califor- realize why his son had excelled in languages. “His vi-
nia. At this point, Mr. Klein addressed the families of the sion weakness produced a greater strength – an ability
graduates. “I’m sure you can relate. We all want the best for to hear and absorb the nuances of languages. Plus, he
our children and we all want them to take the straight line. – didn’t take the math test.”
Take the test!, I told him.” But Chris refused.
“So, Graduates, my advice to you is this: Take the
In college Chris discovered the French language and spent a curvy path. Look around you. Stop thinking about
semester in Paris. After graduation, he returned there to teach yourself for a time and be of service to someone - be a
which eventually led him to Moscow to teach and to learn teacher, a volunteer, a soldier. And, don’t forget to pay
Russian (with a French-to-Russian dictionary, the father attention to your weaknesses.” ★
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Photos from top left, clockwise: Hugs and tears for the graduates;
Valedictorian Mirabelle Thevenin (left) with graduate Katherine Riley;
The Headmaster got a big hug from Christina Galan, recipient of the
school’s highest award; Ken Ingraham ’58 displayed his Varsity jacket, a
gift from Irene Hopkins, Director of Development; Chairman of the
Board of Trustees Alfred C. Brooks processed to the ceremony with the
Headmaster, followed by Director of Studies Jamie Severy Dwan and
Ken Ingraham ’58.
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Ken Ingraham ’58
Honors Marvelwood
Excerpts from his address to the graduates and the community:
s I look back on my one and only year at Marvelwood at
“A the old Cornwall campus, I must say that it was quite a
memorable one. Having experienced three years of aca-
demic struggles at the Taft School, I felt that I got a new lease on life
when Marvelwood accepted me as one of their senior class students. As
a result, not only did my grades improve under the nurturing instruction
of the faculty, but also my self-esteem improved immeasurably.”
“As a Marvelwood Alumnus, I can now look out proudly over Marvel-
wood’s Skiff Mountain campus and see its crowning achievement – the
Anne Davidson Scott Athletic Center. We can never thank enough
those individuals: alumni, trustees, administrators, faculty, parents of
students and friends of the school for their unselfish and generous con-
tributions that now make this new facility such an integral part of the
school’s shining future.”
“Today, as we witness Marvelwood’s 50th graduating class, it is my fer-
vent hope that all the individuals associated with Marvelwood now
and in the future, will continue to support the school in a thoughtful
and generous way.” ★
Photos from top, clockwise: A jubilant Ken Ingraham ’58
addressed the Marvelwood Community; Graduate and senior
class president Alexandra Applegate; Teddy Rindos, Michael
Fulis, Christian Romano and Chris Porter paused for a photo.
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TheMarvelwoodSchool
Highest Awards
CHRISTINA SUZETTE GALAN - 2008 Wittenberg Cup
Marvelwood’s most esteemed prize is the Wittenberg Cup, named after Lester Wittenberg, Jr.,
a teacher at South Kent School and Salisbury Summer School, and an influential friend and
supporter of the Bodkins in Marvelwood’s early years.
The Wittenberg Cup is given to a graduating senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has
achieved the most in all areas of Marvelwood life – academics, athletics, dormitory life, and
extracurricular activities – and who has, in addition, evidenced personal qualities and virtues
that represent those ideals of character that we want our graduates to strive to attain.
JADE BROWN - 2008 Bodkin Cup
The second of our highest awards was originally called the LOYALTY CUP, but was renamed in
1981 to honor Bob and Cornelia Bodkin, the founding Headmaster and his wife.
The Bodkin Cup is awarded to a graduate who has been unusually loyal to the school, who
has been overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic, who has participated actively and con-
structively in school affairs, and whose good citizenship, courage, determination and love for
our school reflect the qualities of character which were always identified with the Bodkins
and espoused by them.
JACOB FOSTER - 2008 Johnson Cup
The Johnson Cup was instituted in honor and memory of the former Headmaster’s father
and mother, firm believers that human beings can really transform their lives if they choose
to do so. This cup, therefore, is awarded as tangible affirmation that not only is change
possible, but that it has taken place, positively and dramatically, in the life of the recipient.
Accordingly, the Henry and Ruby Johnson Cup is awarded to a senior who, in the course of
his or her years at Marvelwood, has achieved the most significant personal victory, or made
the most substantial progress in terms of personal growth in all areas of life at the school.
ANTOINETTE JOHNSON - 2008 Bodkin Scholar
The Headmaster awarded the first Robert and Cornelia Bodkin
Memorial Scholarship to Antoinette Johnson ’10, declaring her a
“Bodkin Scholar.” The Robert and Cornelia Bodkin Memorial
Scholarship provides full financial assistance for one year to a
student who has met specific academic and leadership criteria.
The Nancy and Andrew Wood Charitable Foundation was
established in 2007 when Anne “Nancy” Wood made an initial
gift of $1,000,000 in honor of her brother, the founding Head-
master and his wife Cornelia. ★
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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - Christina Galan, I-Tsen Liu
To be considered for membership into the National Honor Society,
students in Grades 11 and 12 must meet four criteria: scholarship,
leadership, service and character. Four students were recognized last
year: Jade Brown, Eliana Heller, Jung Hwan Oh, Mirabelle
Thevenin and for 2008, Christina Galan and I-Tsen Liu were
recognized and received a NHS pin and membership card.
EXCELLENCE IN CITIZENSHIP - Jade Brown
The award is from the office of The Honorable Susan Bysiewicz,
Secretary of the State of Connecticut. Jade was recognized for
her academic excellence and active participation in civic and
community activities.
Photo, l-r: Jade Brown, Eliana Heller, Jung Hwan Oh, Mirabelle Thevenin, Christina Galan, I-Tsen Liu.
Mrs. Dwan is pinning the 2008 NHS recipients.
MajorAwardsPresentedatGraduation
DESMOND LETSIE MPHENYEKE AWARD - I-Tsen Liu
Desmond died twenty years ago of congenital heart failure while sleeping in his dorm
room. He was from South Africa and his presence at Marvelwood was a gift. The DLM
Cup is awarded to the student who reflects Desmond’s courage to try, ability to endure
and refusal to quit, and to the student who promotes understanding among a diverse
group of students.
THE PREFECT CUP - Christina Suzette Galan
Awarded to the graduating senior who has demonstrated exceptional maturity and re-
sponsibility in his or her role as a prefect, and who in doing so has earned the respect and
admiration of both peers and faculty.
OUTSTANDING FEMALE ATHLETE - Jade Brown
Assistant Head of School Blythe Everett, Alexandra Applegate
OUTSTANDING MALE ATHLETE - Hong Kyu “Harold” Kim
THE NEARY CUP - Eun Sung Bang
For the student-athlete who best represents Marvelwood school on the field of play
through a combination of competitive determination and exemplary sportsmanship.
THE EDWARD M. FOOTE JR. CUP - Harry Clay Evans V
Presented to the student who by dedication and spirit, regardless of ability, has used the
experience of athletics to the greatest advantage, in the truest sense of Marvelwood athletics.
THE CARL “SKIP” TUCKER CUP - Mr. Craig Ough
Awarded by the Senior Class to a member of the Marvelwood Community who best ex-
emplifies the traits and values which Skip Tucker embodied: a person who loves our
school, our people, our campus, our mission; takes consummate pride in his/her work,
strives for excellence; never quits until the job is finished the best it can be; gives ener-
getic attention to detail; lives to serve the community. Athletic Director Glenn Sanchez, Hong Kyu “Harold” Kim
THE ANITA BREAN CUP - Mrs. Blythe Everett
Presented by the Senior Class in honor of Anita Brean for her exceptional long-term dedi-
cation to Marvelwood. Anita Brean was the Assistant to four Headmasters, Robert Bodkin,
Peter Tacy, H. Mark Johnson and Anne Scott, spanning 30 years of commitment.
THE RONSHAUGEN COMMUNITY SERVICE CUP - Mirabelle Thevenin
Awarded in memory of Raydon P. Ronshaugen, former Associate Headmaster, Mr.
Ronshaugen was instrumental in establishing the Community Service Program.
THE TACY CUP - Katherine Riley
Named for former Headmaster and English teacher Peter Tacy the cup is presented to the
student who has shown steady improvement in English. ★
Faculty member Craig Ough, Alexandra Applegate
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2 0 0 7 - 2 0 0 8 A C A D E M I C & AT H L E T I C AW A R D S
ENGLISH LACROSSE
A C A D E M I C AW A R D S
AT H L E T I C AW A R D S
Excellence in English 9 - Evan Juers Captains: Steve Conti, Andrew Tobias, Dong Joo Namgung,
Excellence in English 10 - Asa Sapse Eun Sung Bang
Excellence in English 11 - Dong Joo Namgung All-Division III: Steve Conti, Eun Sung Bang
Excellence in English 12 - Christina Galan All-HVAL: Steve Conti, Eun Sung Bang, Dong Joo Namgung
ENGLISH as a SECOND LANGUAGE Coaches: Dan Ehle
Excellence in ESL I - Di-Xin Gao MIP: Brian D’Iorio
Excellence in ESL II - Hyo Jin Kim O’Neil Cup: Andrew Tobias
Most Improved in ESL - Dong Hyun Kim MVP: Steve Conti
Excellence in ESL Support - Aya Yoshigaki BOYS’ TENNIS
MATHEMATICS Captains: Derek Eaker, Jung Hwan Oh, Hong-Kyu Kim
Excellence in Algebra 1 - Josiah Bates Coaches: Koo Bae Kong, Gyeong Min Koh
Excellence in Geometry - Christina Galan MIP: Yong Seok Choi, Chia-Ming Liu
Most Improved in Geometry - Lilly Passell Spirit Award: Jung Hwan Oh, Hong-Kyu Kim
Excellence in Algebra 2 Honors - Lena Crane MVP: Derek Eaker
Most Improved in Algebra 2 - Leah Volles GIRLS’ TENNIS
Excellence in Trigonometry - Dan Ehle, Mirabelle Thevenin Coaches: Jade Brown
Excellence in Honors Precalculus - Di-Xin Gao MIP: Lena Crane, Leah Volles
Excellence in AP Statistics - Jae Eun Lee MVP: Antoinette Johnson
Excellence in AP Calculus - Dong Joo Namgung BASEBALL
SCIENCE Captains: Jake Foster, Jake Benson
Excellence in Biology I - Jin Wook Kim Batting: Ryan Janecek
Excellence in ESL Biology - Di-Xin Gao Fielding: Matt Hamlin-Cavanagh
Excellence in Biology II - Asa Sapse MVP: Jake Foster
Most Improved in Biology - Ryan Janecek SOFTBALL
Excellence in Psychology - Mirabelle Thevenin Captains: Mirabelle Thevenin, Rebecca Pascarelli
Excellence in Anatomy & Physiology - Erin Corrigan Coaches: Mirabelle Thevenin
Most Improved in Anatomy & Physiology - Courtney Haedke MIP: Alexandra Klisiaris, Ashley Melendez
Excellence in Chemistry - Yoon Shik Chung MVP: Rebecca Pascarelli
Excellence in AP Chemistry - Dong Joo Namgung GOLF
Excellence in Physics - Katie Riley Captain: Joe Fioramonti
Most Improved in Physics - Harry Clay Evans V MIP: Wei Cui
Excellence in Ethology - I-Tsen Liu MVP: Joe Fioramonti
Most Improved in Ethology - Debbie Shufro ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Excellence in Limnology - Steven Weisenseel Captains: Sean Graesser, Cavour Brooks
Excellence in Ornithology - Bimala Carl-Jones Coaches: Teddy Rindos, Sosori Borrey
Most Improved in Ornithology - Michael Juster MVP: Cavour Brooks
Excellence in First Aid - Marissa Kleinberg WHITE WATER CANOEING
Rachel Carson Award - Sean Graesser Captains: Charlie Coursen, Christian Romano, Eliana Heller
HISTORY Coaches: Andrew Aldrich
Excellence in Freshman History - Evan Juers MIP: Connor Bachmann
Excellence in Sophomore History - Asa Sapse Canoe Cup: Charlie Coursen
Excellence in Junior History - Dong Joo Namgung VARSITY CLUB
Excellence in Senior History - Harry Clay Evans V Mirabelle Thevenin, Jade Brown, Derek Eaker, Christina Galan,
FOREIGN LANGUAGE Eliana Heller, Hong-Kyu Kim, Mike Vizcarrondo, Jae Eun Lee,
Excellence in French II - Asa Sapse Devin Diao, Marissa Kleinberg, Antoinette Johnson, Eun Sung
Excellence in Upper-Level Spanish - Mirabelle Thevenin Bang, Jung Hwan Oh, Koo Bae Kong, Ogechi Anunkor, Ayaka
Excellence in Lower-Level Spanish - Briana Canavan Yoshigaki, Clay Evans, Christian Romano, Steve Conti, Soo Min
Outstanding Effort in Spanish - Seung Kun Lee Lee, Micah Washington, Chris Porter, Joe Fioramonti
Most Improved in Spanish - Sean Graesser
PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS
Excellence in Music (Vocal) - Thomas Fisher
Most Improved in Music (Vocal) - Thalia Longchamp FA C U LT Y AW A R D S
Excellence in Music (Instrumental) - Seung Kun Lee Outstanding Male Faculty Member - Edward Banach
Most Improved in Music (Instrumental) - Steven Weisenseel Outstanding Female Faculty Member - Melanie Ough
Excellence in Performing Arts - Ryan McCarthy, Bryan Strahm Yearbook Dedication - Sharon O’Brien
Most Dedicated in the Performing Arts - Michelle Howard
Most Dedicated Dancer - Brianna Canavan
Excellence in Ceramics - Teddy Rindos
Excellence in Studio Art - Teddy Rindos, Lena Crane
Excellence in Photography - Eliana Heller
WOMEN of MARVELWOOD - Mirabelle Thevenin
9 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
Marvelwood
inthefamily
Photos, from top right, clockwise: Alexandra Applegate ’08 with
her Uncle Kip Zent ’ 93; Peter Keffer-Fries ’02 attended his sister
Courtney’s graduation but escaped the camera; Jade Brown ’08
(right) celebrated with her sister Giovanna ’06, cousin Rashon
Bryan ’06 and sister Krystal; Sean Graesser ’08 with his parents
Shevawn and Gerry Graesser ’61; Board member Sara-Jane
Rindos ’80 with her son Teddy ’08.
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TheMarvelwoodFund
OUR CORE VALUES ARE THE FOUNDATION OF A MARVELWOOD EDUCATION
HONESTY • SERVICE TO OTHERS • RESPECT FOR ONESELF AND ONE’S COMMUNITY • RESPONSIBILITY
Your gift to the Marvelwood Fund makes a difference. Your gift supports the educational experience of each student
who also learns the value of honesty, service to others, respecting oneself and one’s community and responsibility.
The Marvelwood Fund supports a variety of school areas including faculty salaries, opportunities for ongoing professional
development, scholarships and financial aid, library books, music and drama programs, athletics, and facilities maintenance.
Tuition covers a portion of the actual cost of educating each student. Your generosity helps keep tuition affordable and al-
lows the budget to remain flexible. That offers a wide base of qualified applicants access to a Marvelwood education.
THANK YOU to all who generously donated to the 2007-2008 Marvelwood Fund.
WE REACHED OUR GOAL OF $175,000!
INTRODUCING the GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) CLUB
$182,000
We know that many of our younger alumni are still in college or graduate school,
starting out in their careers, or buying their first home and beginning a family. We
$137,000 realize it can be hard to find the means to support Marvelwood in the midst of trying
to buy books or pay a mortgage.
$91,000 The GOLD CLUB makes it easier for you to support your alma mater with a lowered
gift range of $1 to $49. Your generosity will be acknowledged in the Annual Report
and your gift will help Marvelwood close the gap between tuition income and the
$45,000 actual cost of educating each student. Currently, that gap is $1,500 for each student.
The goal for the fiscal year 2008-2009, which runs from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009,
is $182,000. Please support the school that once supported, nurtured and guided
0 you. You will feel good doing so and will get a tax deduction, too.
GoalforFiscalYear2008/2009 $182,000
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Across the classes I've never sensed the overwhelming
REUNION POSITIVE VIBES as I did at this Reunion.
WEEKEND - John Russell, history department faculty and member of the Class of 1988
•
Members of the Class of 1988 celebrated their 20th Reunion. They gathered in front of the Piper Victory Bell, left to right: John Russell, Melinda Buckley Chase, Marguerite
Cater Duvic, Traci Lane Dorsey, Ian Kopsick, Brian Bachman, Tavia Lafollette, Alex Vincent
Dee Calder ’00 didn’t know he was so missed until Lindsay Olson ’02 and Angela Eastwick ’02 convinced him so; Toni Augusta had a big hug for Melinda Buckley Chase ’88;
Blythe Everett was happy to see Adrian Barci ’03.
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John Reyhan ’82, Nick Benson ’83 and Peter Burke ’82.
Josh Hammond ’01, Sarah Marshall and Ray Hurt ’01.
Kyle Hill ’98 and his wife Elizabeth.
I had SUCH a great time up there! I loved
seeing everyone!!! I will, FOR SURE, be
back!!! Please let everyone know that I
had an absolute BLAST!! -Dee Calder ’00
Caroline Haley ’01 and her guest, Terence Green ’01 and Emily Gorin ’01.
•
Betsy Harbur ’79 and Arielle Kennedy.
REUNION 2009
MAY3RD!
Terence Green ’01, Tanya Borukova ’03, Steve Palowski ’03, Josh Hammond ’01, Angela Eastwick ’02, Will Strozier ’00, Dee Calder ’00, Sue Ellen Bohning, Colin
Longstaff ’03, Lindsay Olson ’03, Adrian Barci ’03, Webb Bland ’03, Amanda Caroselli ’03, David Karasick ’03, James Decker ’03.
13 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
The campus was ALIVE the week-
end of May 17th as old friends
reunited and shared memories.
by Irene Hopkins
Alumni from as far away as California and Louisiana descended on
Skiff Mountain to reconnect with former classmates and faculty.
The class of 1988, celebrated their 20th reunion and had a wonderful
turnout. Other reunion years were also well represented. Faculty was
thrilled to see many new faces they had not seen since graduation. Three
alumni Trustees were in attendance. By all accounts, everyone was de-
lighted with recent campus improvements and the new athletic facility.
Eric Stuart ’02 and his girlfriend Caitlin.
During the day, an alumni panel shared their experiences while at the
school and answered questions posed by graduating seniors. The
Alumni Association held their annual meeting and Headmaster Scott
Pottbecker made himself available for questions and discussion.
That evening, the “Alumni Express,” chauffeured by veteran faculty
member Mike Augusta transported guests staying at The Rocky River
Motel to the dinner dance held in the dining hall. Everyone had a
wonderful time reconnecting, reminiscing and renewing friendships. ★
John Reyhan ’82, Nick Benson ’83, Sarah D’Agostino Christensen ’83 Blair Patterson ’98 and Kate Johnson ’99
and Donna Carey ’81.
Strategies teacher Sue Ellen Bohning was touched by her
former advisee Dee Calder ’00.
Amy Pottbecker, Ted Bohnen ’64, Scott Pottbecker, Traci Lane Dorsey ’88, Marguerite Carter Duvic ’88 and Toni Augusta.
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 14
WOW! I am just so happy that we all were able
to get there and be together …I feel
rejuved about my own job and rejuved about
being more involved in the Marv! - Traci Lane Dorsey ’88
Photos, l-r: DO NOT MISS REUNION 2009: Nick Benson ’83, Betsy Harbur ’79 and Angela Eastwick ’02; Development team Trisha Barry, Irene Hopkins
and Kathy McCann; Scott Pottbecker welcomed Marvelwood alums.
Keisha Cleveland Baptiste ’91 and Traci Lane
Dorsey ’88. Photo to right is one of Keisha’s
Traci Lane Dorsey ’88, Alex Brady Pechkis ’89 and Glenn Sanchez and Sarah Marshall in front, daughter dancing up a storm with Angela.
Marguerite Carter Duvic ’88. Emily Isler ’99 and guests.
SAVEthese2009
DATES!May1st
isCAREERDAY,
ALUMNIWeekend
isMAY2ND &3RD
Formoreinformation:
kathy.mccann@marvelwood.org
Members of the Class of 2003: Tanya Borukhova, Stephan Palowski, James Decker, Colin Longstaff, David Karasick, Adrian Barci, Amanda Caroselli and Webb Bland.
15 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
NOW&Then
Boys’ Tennis Captures 2008 HVAL Title
For the second time in three years, the Marvelwood Boys’ Tennis Team finished the season as the champions of the Hudson Valley Athletic League
(HVAL). Led by senior captains seated in front, Jung Hwan Oh, Derek Eaker and Hong Kyu “Harold” Kim, the team finished with a near-perfect 10-1
record and earned a berth in the New England Championships for the third year in a row. Congratulations to Coach Bingham and the team!
• TRIVIA Answer&WIN
Michael Diamond ’94 said Kip Zent ’93
was “Leader of the Pack.”
The above photo was the TRIVIA in the
winter issue of the Blue&White. Several
of you correctly identified the photo, but
only one person got every name correct.
That was faculty member Mike Augusta,
who of course was not eligible for the
prize. The entry that came the closest was
from Michael Diamond ’94 and he re-
ceived a t-shirt. According to Mr.
Augusta, this was shot at the Sand Pit,
Cornwall, CT in October 1992. Left to Identify these tennis players and the year the team maintained a perfect home record
right are: John West ’93, Aaron Childs, and win your choice of a Marvelwood t-shirt, mug or baseball cap! Send entries to:
Rob Sproule, Erik Olson ’93, Chris trisha.barry@marvelwood.org. Winner will be drawn from all correct entries!
Brudzinski, Kip Zent ’93. Seated is
Travis Young ’93.
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 16
The Lee family showed their American friends the sights. Left-right: Soyoung Lee P’08, Irene Hopkins, guardsman in traditional Korean costume; Scott E. Pottbecker and Jong Ho “Steven” Lee ’08.
A Warm Welcome in SEOUL, KOREA
“ I t w a s a g re a t e x p e r i e n c e
to visit our students in their own
country and to meet
their gracious and
welcoming parents.
The city of Seoul is
growing skyward with
new, modern apartment buildings
that contrast with the intricately
designed, traditional architecture.”
– Irene Hopkins, Director of Development
Yoon Shik Chung ’09 introduces his mom.
17 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
Annyong haseo
The Marvelwood mothers lined up for a group photo.
Past Parent Association Presidents The Headmaster with Gyeong Min Koh ’09 and his parents.
Boys, back to front: Sang Eun Han ’08, Hong Kyu
“Harold” Kim ’08, Jae Sung Jang ’10 (hidden),
Dong Hyun Kim ’10, Jong Hun Kim ’10.
Hyo Jin Kim ’10 with her family.
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 18
HONESTY • SERVICE TO OTHERS • RESPECT • RESPONSIBILITY
MARVELWOOD’S MISSION is to provide
the path that leads to personal growth
and academic success for young people
willing to get involved in their own SCHOLARSHIPS for
education and committed to the challenge of
preparing for college. Panamanian Girls
The school is an optimistic place that provides a
arvelwood School
structured, supportive and challenging environment,
celebrates diversity, and awakens untapped potential.
M
deepened its commit-
ment to the annual
Panam a Science Exchangepro-
gram, conducted in association
with the Panamanian organiza-
MEET OUR NEWEST BOARD MEMBER tion Conservation through Research, Education and Ac-
tion (CREA), by establishing a scholarship which enabled
three young girls from the remote Panamanian village of
Las Zahinas to attend secondary school for one year.
According to CREA, the scholarship is the first of its kind
to be given in the area. In rural villages, most young girls
leave school at age 12 and are often be married with a first
child by age 14. Science department chair Laurie Doss
created the exchange program and is personally sponsor-
ing one child for the duration of her high school experi-
ence. Marvelwood students committed to the sponsorship
of a second girl throughout her high school years. The
scholarship students will also participate in scientific field
research and community service projects when Laurie
Doss, a select group of Marvelwood students and CREA
return to Panama next winter.
DAVID YARNELL P’11 has joined Marvelwood’s The funds for the one-year scholarships were raised
Board of Trustees. through a variety of on-campus efforts, including food
David is a private equity professional with strong concessions, redemption of aluminum cans, and the sale of
investing, operations and consulting background prom CDs. Other projects in the works include a pen pal
and skills throughout the consumer sector. program, creation of field guides in English and Spanish, a
drive to stock the village’s new health center with over-
He is co-founder and Managing General Partner of
BEV Capital, based in Stamford, Connecticut. the-counter supplies, and the involvement of Women of
Marvelwood in both fundraising and educational efforts.
David graduated Magna cum Laude with a B.S. in
mathematics from Tufts University and earned his “Aside from giving these girls a variety of educational
M.B.A. from the Harvard Business School. In addi-
tion, he finished a course study in Econometrics at opportunities,” said Ms. Doss, “the goal is to empower
the London School of Economics. them and to help them to become environmental am-
David is father to Chase, who enrolled at Marvel-
bassadors for their communities.” ★
wood in 2007 and who will be a member of the
sophomore class this school year. David’s wife Lisa
is CEO of Jane Cosmetics. ★ For information about CREA: www.crea-panama.org
To get involved with fundraising or to find out about the exchange program,
contact: laurie.doss@marvelwood.org
19 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
WOMENof MARVELWOODDebutDinner
April 25, 2008 • Twenty students attended along with their mothers, female faculty members and friends. A film presentation, Rwanda, about four women reinventing their lives in the
aftermath of genocide, was introduced by Irene Hopkins. Pam West and Liz Light ’09 recited the poem, “Phenomenal Woman” by Maya Angelou. Lisa Warner and her staff served a deli-
cious buffet dinner. After dinner, Liz Radday presented each Marvelwood young lady with a bag of letters written to them by their family and some of their teachers.
Founded in 2007 by Irene Hopkins and supported by members of the faculty, Women of Marvelwood aims to bring together female students, faculty and staff members for the purpose
of exploring a variety of gender-specific issues including self-esteem, nutrition and healthy eating, relationships, etiquette, the portrayal of women in the media and the roles and re-
sponsibilities of women in cultures around the globe. Goals of Women of Marvelwood include making women feel empowered, informed and confident about themselves and their
place and potential in the world, and enhancing the Marvelwood experience by deepening connections with one another. ★
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 20
AroundCampus
Faculty member John Russell ’88 and his wife Annie had a baby boy. John Angus Russell was born
on June 2nd.
Prom 2008 was held on May 4th at the Sherman Oaks Country Club in Sherman,
CT. Courtney Keffer-Fries ’08 and Cavour Brooks ’09 were voted Prom Queen and
King. Photo, l-r: Seniors Christina Galan, Courtney Keffer-Fries, Caroline Grace
and Katie Riley. More photos are available on our website.
www.marvelwood.org
Marvelwood held its second-annual dinner theatre in the spring. The photo above shows Cinderella
(Liz Ross ’09) and the Baker’s Wife (Michelle Howard ’10) fight over a shoe. More photos and a copy
of the program are available on our website. www.marvelwood.org
RESEARCHERS FROM YALE UNIVERSITY
CONDUCTED A STUDY ON THE MARVELWOOD CAMPUS
Three scientists from Yale University were invited to use the
Marvelwood campus as a research station and base camp
throughout the summer as they studied ticks and Lyme Dis-
ease. The lead scientist, Kim Tso, is a PhD candidate at Yale;
her work involves examining the correlation between Lyme
Disease in ticks and its effect on mammals and birds. She
trapped various species of local mammals and collected ticks
found on the creatures for study. Marvelwood’s science de-
partment chair Laurie Doss and several of her students col-
lected and contributed ticks they found on birds captured as In cooperation with Kent Social Services, Rebuilding Together and The Kent School, Marvelwood student vol-
part of their on-going bird banding project over the summer. unteers, supervised by Brian Hastings and Kate Bendrick, provided yearlong assistance to a widow in Kent
Laurie hopes to extend the Yale-Marvelwood connection by whose house was in need of major work.
bringing Ms. Tso and her colleagues to campus to speak to After the painting was finished in April, our crew continued to visit and assist with the ongoing yard work.
Environmental Studies and Biology students this fall. Brian D'Iorio '10, who lives a good bicycle ride away, plans on keeping in touch this summer and renewing our
assistance in the fall. More photos and information are available on our website. www.marvelwood.org
21 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
Chipping Away at it… Remembering Skip Tucker
Often in the spring, Marvelwood dedicates a day to celebrate Skip Tucker Day – a day
to spruce up Marvelwood’s campus. The following article from our archives explains
who Skip Tucker was and why we celebrate him.
A 1996 Remembrance by W. Michael Augusta
C arl “SKIP” Tucker died of cancer on May 9, 1996 in Torrington,
Connecticut. He was thirty seven years old.
I have lived at, attended and worked at boarding schools for most of my
life. I have learned that with the possible exception of head secretaries,
the most indispensable person on campus is the head of maintenance.
Skip Tucker was the best maintenance head I have ever known.
Though Skip was only four months older than me, I regarded him as in-
finitely more mature, responsible and knowledgeable than I can ever
hope to be. He imparted knowledge subtly; “ Yo, Augsville, wanna see a
trick?” Then the board would be nailed in three whacks, or the tile would
be scribed to the molding. My early morning conversations with Skip
were usually carried on while one of my kid’s bikes dangled from his hand,
or while he coiled the hose I had borrowed from him and left on the grass
he was itching to mow. We usually parted with, “ We’ll get it” or “ Keep
chipping away at it.” If Skip knew you were in the boat with him, pulling
on the same oar, he was very tolerant of rest stops along the way.
Skip was a straight shooter, a skill I wish I had. Early this April, after some
students and I spent a weak Wednesday morning raking in front of the
dining hall, Skip commented, “Jeez Augmeister, that was a (expletive)
waste of time.” He looked especially pale that day, and couldn’t really get
much volume over the roar of the John Deere. I noted it was the first
time I heard him swear since his first chemotherapy. He had mellowed,
from a hot-headed longshoreman to a contemplative believer during his
treatment and it was a remarkable transformation. The revitalized Skip,
the guy who came back this winter spiritually charged and emotion-
ally up front despite his cancer, was thrilling to behold, revealing
whole new dimensions of his philosophical side and of the great infec-
tiousness of the human will. To let him down on that gray Wednesday, to
see him tired and disgusted in the cab of the tractor, was painful.
A weather board on the porch at my house dry-rotted some years ago.
I’m sure Skip noticed it the first time he ever eyeballed Case Farm. Last
fall, as we talked in the driveway, I could see Skip looking over my shoul-
der at the clearly rotten wood, and it was driving him crazy. He talked
me through the repair about three times, saying “CLAP-board” instead
of “clabbud”, as was his way, and I promised to get to it. Then, it pro-
ceeded to snow for the next five months. On Earth Day, Skip came by
to check things out and immediately saw the board was unrepaired. The
next day, Bill Barber came down and fixed it. I can only hope that Skip
distracted himself while he was in the hospital with “ I wonder if Aug-
ster got on that lousy weather board.” I’m sure it crossed his mind.
This page, top left to bottom: Skip Tucker photo from Marvelwood archives; Juniors Marissa
It’s going to be tough to try to preserve the standards of someone who Kleinberg (in back), Caroline Gallagher (middle) and Debbie Shufro; Faculty member Craig
had standards that were so much higher than ours, but we’ll just have to Ough and Anthony Santora ’11 worked with other members of the Class of 2011 in the com-
munity garden.
keep chipping away at it. ★
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 22
TRAVELtoBELIZEinMARCH with Science Department Chair LAURIE DOSS
An Opportunity for Alumni, Faculty and Friends
Day 1 - Thursday, March 12 cal river observing a variety of birds and Day 7 - Thursday,
The Belize adventure begins upon arrival animals. Stops are made often all along March 19
at the Belize International Airport to the river prior to arriving in San Igna- A great day on a trop-
meet naturalist guide. If time allows, a cio, where our vehicle is waiting. ical island for snorkel-
visit the Belize Zoo and Tropical Educa- ing by boat. Visit a
tion Center. Travel west to the Cayo Day 4 - Sunday, March 15 caye commonly
District of Belize. At Pook’s Lodge, guests Choose to horseback ride on trails under known as Bird Island to find magnificent
are greeted by the staff and guides. the jungle canopy through the river and frigate birds, brown boobies and brown
Thatch roof cottage accommodations valley, or travel by vehicle to Barton’s pelicans. Visit the mangroves on Twin
nestled in the rainforest. Creek Cave to explore this large cave by Cayes. Mangroves are nurseries for baby
canoe. Later, cross into Guatemala and sea creatures and here we may see baby
continue the journey to the shores of snappers, barracuda, sea-stars, rays, ser-
Lake Peten Itza and accommodations at geant majors and sea urchins along with
Francis Ford Coppola’s newest small eco- a large number of upside down jellies,
lodge, La Lancha. Winding paths lead which at times cover the sea floor. Visit
down the slopes to secluded guest casitas, Carrie Bow Caye, the location of the
each furnished with hand crafted Smithsonian’s marine research facility.
Guatemalan furniture, fabrics and art. Learn about the types of research projects
Only ten rooms with the nearest located continually underway at the station and
in the rainforest and the more distant in the labs. The afternoon is completely
with views of the lake. free for more snorkeling or to just relax
and enjoy the beach. Evening entertain-
Day 5 - Monday, March 16 ment planned.
Explore Tikal for wildlife, rainforest and
Mayan ruins. 285 species of birds and
toucans, motmots, parrots and oscillated
turkeys. Other wildlife include howler
Day 2 - Friday, March 13 and spider monkeys, peccaries, deer
Travel through Mountain Pine Ridge to jaguars, ocelots and pumas. Good walk-
the rainforests. Continue to the sprawl- ing shoes required for covering five
ing Mayan ruins of Caracol located deep square miles of excavated sites.
in the rainforest. Return by way of Rio
On Pools. Stop for a swim in the pools. Day 5 - Tuesday, March 17 Day 8 - Friday, March 20
Back at Pook’s Hill Lodge in time to Back to Belize, continue to Caribbean is- Say goodbye to extended Belize family
enjoy a home-cooked dinner. Every night land on top of the barrier reef. Shop for and travel by boat to Dangriga where our
possible, an evening walk in search of Guatemalan arts and crafts at the border vehicle is waiting. Travel north to the
nocturnal creatures. before crossing into Belize. Lunch is in the Western Highway and then a little fur-
Belizean capital city of Belmopan. East- ther north to the village of Bermudian
Day 3 - Saturday, March 14 ward on the Hummingbird Highway. Landing. Here in 1985 a group of local
Travel to the western part of the Cayo Travel forty-five minutes by boat through farmers, the Belize Audubon Society and
District and ferry across the Mopan River clear, protected water to the island of the World Wildlife Fund established a
to reach the ruins of Xunantunich, the South Water Caye. unique voluntary sanctuary to protect
largest in the Belize River Valley and the black howler monkeys. Continue to the
longest established archaeological site in Day 6 - Wednesday, March 18 Belize International Airport. Late after-
Belize. Head to Chaa Creek, walk through Board boats for snorkeling excursion to noon flight back to Miami and home to
the jungle to learn about the abundant some of the great sites in the protected Hartford arriving late in the evening. ★
medicinal plants. Briefly visit a butterfly waters of South Water Marine Reserve,
farm and nature center. Learn about the the largest marine park in Belize. The af- This is a summary of the trip. For more details,
life cycle of the beautiful blue morpho ternoon is free to relax and enjoy more including cost, contact Laurie Doss.
butterfly. Lunch at Chaa Creek and snorkeling right from the beach. laurie.doss@marvelwood.org
board canoes to paddle down the tropi-
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Dale Baker ’69 had an early spring visit to his nursery headquarters in Suffield, CT
from Irene Hopkins and Kathy McCann. He took them on a tour and while they ad-
mired the large variety of trees and shrubs, Dale told
them some history of The Robert Baker Companies.
Started by his father in the 1950s, Robert Baker Sr. essen-
tially dug up trees in the woods and sold them. Today the
business has grown to encompass over 800 acres of possi-
bilities for the wholesale landscape trade with distribu-
tion sites all over the Northeast. Dale’s brother Robert
Baker ’73 is also involved in the business.
When asked if, while at Marvelwood, he thought he
would join the family nursery business, Dale said, “No.” But after college, when he re-
turned to Suffield, Dale started a family and became an integral part of the company.
As he led Irene and Kathy on a tour, and recounted his beginnings, it was clear that
Dale loves what he is doing. ★
Photos, above: At lunch, Dale looked over the 1969 yearbook, in which the senior class is immersed in the lake (fully
clothed); right: On his senior page, under “Suppressed Desire”, it reads “To wake up in a Slim Jim factory”!
ClassNotes
and managing websites and is webmas-
1958 ter to several Connecticut and Massa-
1977
chusetts businesses. David credits
Ken Ingraham was a special guest at Marvelwood as a key player in helping Gary Lanza sent regrets that he was
Marvelwood’s 50th Commencement. him acquire the learning skills that he not able to attend this year’s reunion
He and his wife Jane traveled from carries with him to this day. David vol- and he was disappointed, too, that he
North Carolina and Ken shared Mar- unteers for positive social change in- missed his 30th last year. He lives in
velwood memories with the graduating cluding working with programs for Maryland and would love to catch up
class. See page five for more about Ken. teens at risk. on some old news with his classmates.
lanza58@yahoo.com
1962 1968
1982
Craig Rider notified us of the passing of Vernon (Sandy) Brown lives in Massa-
classmate Jerry Baker ’62. In Craig’s chusetts. After a career in data commu- Kevin Smith contacted the Develop-
note, he said “I have so many fond nications, he and his wife Bebe ment office recently and inquired
memories of Jerry who was my closest maintain a business doing network about some of the teachers. He said
friend at Marvelwood. It was Joe Antell, support for a Fortune 500 company. “Hugh Cheney was a great inspiration
Jerry and I who came up after graduation Sandy’s interests include vintage sports to me and led me to my decision to at-
and spent three straight days (and car racing. He wrote, “I am thrilled the tend Colorado State.” Kevin plans to
nights) putting together the entire 1962 school is doing well and continues to visit Marvelwood soon - he said he
yearbook and it was the three of us who educate young men and women in the wanted show the school to his wife
came up with the name, The Prism. A traditions promulgated by Mr. Bodkin and grandson.
few years back, Jerry, Joe and I spent an (I do remember him well!)”
afternoon together - it was like no time
had passed since we were together at
1992
Marvelwood. That is the acid test of a
1974
great friendship.” - See “Alums in the Eric LaBouchere has been living in
News” for more about Craig. John Crutcher lives in Seattle with his New Orleans for eight years and is
wife Encarna and his two children, chef-de-cuisine at Martinique Bistro.
Rudy and Ian. Encarna is originally
1966 from Spain and the family owns a home Marissa Yudell Reagan lives in Florida
there as well. Rudy just graduated from with her husband and 4-month-old
David Minton has two adult sons. For Evergreen State College and Ian is a daughter Abigail.
the past 10 years, he’s been designing freshman at a local Seattle school.
25 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
Visits to Campus
Co-pilot Pugkaporn (Garb) Savettamal ’00, up in the air
1994
Michael Diamond celebrated the birth
of his son Max Henry. Max was born
April 28. Rachel Steier White ’95 and Sarah Stackhouse Wayland ’96 toured the campus with
their little ones Joshua and Julia. Athletic Director Glenn Sanchez was happy to see the
1995 former Marvelwood athletes and sized up Joshua - future soccer player?
Esther Batista got in touch with Toni
Augusta and reported that she is doing Ashby Peyton ’95 and Brian Deluce ’94
fine, working in Madrid for an American were together while in school, but after
company called New-Global. She stays graduation, they went their separate ways.
in touch with “Marvelites and Marvel- They visited recently and told us that they
woodians” through Facebook. are reunited.
1997
Let us know what YOU are
Rachel Leitao is a Media Marketing and
Communication Specialist for WLTX in
doing so we can share it.
South Carolina.
Send news to:
Sung Eun Lim was accepted to the Uni- kathy.mccann@marvelwood.org
versity of Connecticut Law School.
Matthew Walters lives in Washington
D.C. with his girlfriend, Heather and
their daughter Cathryn. He recently 2002
started an outdoor adventure/educational research in Switzerland on artificial
company. He reported that business is Todd Farrell lives in Boston. A mem- intelligence. Todd is currently a gradu-
solid and growing. He has plans to pur- ber of the Class of 2002, he left Mar- ate student pursuing his Master’s de-
chase a cabin soon as a home base and velwood after two years to attend Bard gree/PhD with the Biomechatronics
nature center. College at Simon’s Rock. Of his time group at MIT, headed by Professor
at Marvelwood, he wrote, “I learned a Hugh Herr. He is involved in applying
2000 great deal and developed a confidence models of human walking to the devel-
opment of robotic prosthetics. Todd
that I was capable of accomplishing
great work. My math teacher, Arnie wrote that he will always remember his
Pugkaporn (Garb) Savettamal (photo good friends at Marvelwood including
above) wrote to say that he is a first offi- Gundersen, should receive some credit
for my love of mathematics and prob- Se-Jung “Victor” Yoon ’99, David
cer (co-pilot) for a regional airline and Karasick ’03, Ryoji Kanazawa ’00, Caf-
that he loves his job flying under US Air- lem solving.” Todd earned his B.A. in
mathematics in 2004. After college, he frey Garff, Georgiy Shulakov ’03,
ways Express. He lives in Virginia Beach
became interested in computer science Michael Edwards ’01, and that he
and finds both the weather and cost-of-
and was a visiting researcher at MIT would not forget the lessons he learned
living agreeable.
and Mitsubishi Electric Research Labs. at Marvelwood: “work hard, pursue
He received a fellowship and did your passions and strive for excellence.”
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 26
Jonathan Brewda ’03 graduated from
Fordham University and will begin
graduate work at NYU.
Kamy Miller ’02 with her two “sons.”
Tibe (pronounced “Tea bay”) is the cat she
brought back from the African bush and Yoda,
a white-handed gibbon was raised by Kamy An example of Webb Bland’s ’ 03 photography Toni Bullock ’04 graduated from Hamilton
after his mother rejected him. Kamy is going College and is off to Syracuse University.
to Columbia University this fall.
this fall at NYU’s Steinhardt School of
2002 continued 2003 Education. He is pursuing a dual Master
of Arts degree in teaching Spanish and
Kamy Miller was accepted to Colum- Webb Bland wrote that after graduat- English as a Second Language.
bia University’s Graduate School of ing from Savannah College of Art, he
Arts and Sciences, and will be pursu- is a freelance photographer specializing David Karasick graduated from Earl-
ing her MA in Conservation Biology in high-end performance and luxury ham College and recently accepted a
this fall. The program consists prima- cars. His most recent commission was position in Stamford, Connecticut for
rily of environmental ecology and en- to photoshoot a private owner’s multi- Apple, Inc. He is a Japanese language
vironmental policy, areas she is million dollar car collection in Florida. interpreter and a video editing soft-
passionate about being involved In 2007, Webb’s work was featured on ware specialist.
in. Upon completion of her Master’s the cover of a French tuning magazine
degree, Kamy is considering going on called Modify. He resides in his home-
to earn an environmental law degree. town of New Orleans and continues to 2004
A couple of years ago she spent a se- search for new and interesting vehicles
mester studying abroad in Botswana, to photograph. Webb noted that the Toni Bullock graduated from Hamilton
and hopes to return to southern Africa most expensive car he has photographed College in May with a degree in psy-
to work on domestic animal rights ad- was worth $1.6 million. All of Webb’s chology and a minor in theater. Toni
vocacy in addition to wildlife conser- work can be viewed on his website: will be attending Syracuse University
vation. This spring, Kamy worked as a www.notbland.com this fall to pursue her graduate degree in
volunteer keeper at the Bronx Zoo and Television, Radio & Film Production.
took care of African Wild Dogs (her Tanya Borukhova lives in Bedford, NY
“fave”), giraffes, zebras, mongoose, os- and is working at a law firm as a parale-
triches and duikers in the Carter gal. She’s examining the law school ap- 2006
building. She recently returned to the plication process and considering a
wildlife rescue and rehabilitation pre- JD/MSW program. In her free time, We heard from the Luecker family and
serve in Maine, where she has been a Tanya reads, goes to the gym and takes they filled us in with news of Geoff
keeper every summer since graduating advantage of all the cultural and artistic Luecker. He is a junior (pre-med track)
from “the Marv.” opportunities available in Manhattan. at the University of Redlands in South-
She also informed us that she’s working ern California, an avid rock climber,
Karin Overfield lives in Scranton, PA on a novel, but anticipated it could take EMT technician and hero. Last fall he
with Michael Kline and their 12 year-old years to complete because life is so busy. and a group of friends were rock climb-
foster child, Timothy. Karin and ing at Joshua Tree when they were
Michael are finishing school and then Jon Brewda graduated from Fordham alerted that a climber had fallen 40 ft.
plan to be married. University with a BA in Spanish Lan- Geoff and five of the people he was
guage and Literature. This summer, he is with had emergency medical training.
teaching English in Morocco through They were able to assess the injuries ac-
Projects Abroad, a UK volunteer organi- curately and keep the patient alive for
zation. Jon will be a graduate student hours until Search and Resue arrived.
27 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
Alums In the News
After dedicating more
than 25 years to com-
mercial photography,
Bruce Byers ’73 de-
Geoff Luecker ’06, his dad Charlie and younger brother Brandon at the
cided it was time to
Indy 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway. apply his photographic
Photo from Bruce Byer’s portfolio.
skills to making a differ-
ence in the world.
2006 Luecker continued Through Healing the
They assisted in evacuating the injured Children, a Connecti-
climber off the rocks and into the life-flight cut-based non-profit or-
helicopter. At U of Redlands, Geoff com- ganization that provides
pleted his required 100 hours of community medical services to chil-
service in an emergency room. Geoff’s par- dren without resources, Byers has traveled to document the volunteer work of
ents wrote, “Every milestone, each success, the medical and administrative staff. Byer’s portfolios of Cambodia and
you should celebrate with us. Geoff would Bangladesh have many examples of children and their parents before, during
not be where he is today without your help, and after medical treatments. Along the way, he has captured much of the day-
your guidance and your tenacity!” to-day life, as shown above in a Cambodian schoolhouse. To help fund addi-
tional humanitarian trips, Bruce is having a show of his photographs at the
Former Faculty/Staff National Arts Club, Gramercy Park, New York City from September 22nd to
October 17th. Money raised from the sale of prints will be used for expenses in-
Ed Johanningsmeier was checking out the volved in traveling. An opening slide show presentation will take place on
website and dropped us a note to say that he September 26th. www.brucebyers.com
had such positive memories of his time here.
Ed taught at Marvelwood from 1978 – 1981.
Craig Rider ’62 and his wife Pat have a new book out called
300 Bucks and A Dream: Professional and Personal Success on
Your Own Terms. The authors recount the changes they have
seen in the business world and share ways they made adjust-
ments to take advantage of those changes. In addition to
weaving a good story, 300 Bucks and a Dream provides practi-
cal guidance on starting, running and building a business.
www.ridergroup.com
Photo used with permission from photographer Rebecca Greenfield and More magazine.
Laura Tyson Li ’81, author of MADAME CHIANG KAI-
SHEK: China’s Eternal First Lady recently got a plug for her
book from comedienne Joan Rivers. Ms. Rivers was inter-
viewed for the New York Post about her reading habits. The
first book in her list of recent reads was Laura’s! Here is what
Joan Rivers said about Madame Chiang after reading Laura’s
book, “Everyone’s forgotten her, but boy, did she wield power. She
was this great dragon lady. Her whole life was a power lunch! What
a wild ride she had. And she stayed thin!” www.lauratysonli.com
Cecile Watters Tebo ’78 was featured in the April issue of More magazine in a
section entitled “Second Acts” for her work helping victims of Hurricane
Katrina. Headmaster Scott Pottbecker and Director of Development Irene
Hopkins are planning to visit Cecile and other New Orleans alums this fall.
Look for an article on Cecile in an upcoming Blue&White. ★
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 28
A Long Remembered Character and Spirit
Photo courtesy of the Baker Family
Photo courtesy of the Baker Family
that Will Not Be Forgotten
A Tribute to Jerry Baker ’62 by Joe Antell ’62
erry Baker was a good friend of Anxiously I watched him, unable to cross quiet, unassuming and courteous unsung
J mine. Although I did not see him
very often after leaving Marvelwood,
a bond was created that kept us true,
the midfield line to assist as he valiantly
defended the honor of our team. As so
often happens in a lacrosse game, the ball
hero of all those games and I knew it
even then. My friend was an example to
me, and the other boys, of courage and
life-long friends until his untimely pass- changes sides many times, so for many unquestionable loyalty to his team, his
ing on May 3, 2008. games and many seasons I got to watch as friends and his school. He defined him-
I was a classmate of Jerry’s. We were Jerry, our goalie and the Marvelwood de- self in many aspects of school life but
members of a special group of people who fense, tried to foil the opposing team’s none quite as obvious as on the Lacrosse
started at this fledgling school. In those chances to score a point. field, usually when it counted. He de-
development years, at this beautiful and Tormented, I could only wait and watch. fined what would come to be known as
secluded place in the Valley of the Colts- This I did with great trepidation, often the unbeatable Marvelwood School team
foot Mountains, there existed an energy yelling bursts of encouragement to Jerry spirit. It carried us to many a victory. In
and spirit that drove us all to our own and his defense team, “Stop ’um! Check these challenging formative years of a
successes. The students, faculty, adminis- ’um! Nail’ um! Get that ball out of there!” person’s life, character, beliefs and values
trators and support staff were of one All the while, desperately waiting for the are formulated and developed. It was
mind, to help ourselves and this new chance to regain control of the ball. from this time and place I came to know
school succeed. There arose in the air a Jerry Baker.
What I saw at any given game was Jerry
hope for fulfillment of the promise that bravely blocking the opening to the goal, Is there any one in whom we could place
Mr. Bodkin saw in all his students, as well standing defiantly in front of a lone our trust more, than in the Captain of our
as his very young faculty. He believed in player, who was charging in on him, one- ship on the high seas? Jerry would be our
the potential of all of us. This genuine and on-one, hoping to propel the ball (always last hope in that he alone could save us
hopeful spirit permeated our collective at great speed), and intending for the from peril. It should be no surprise that
consciousness and we came to believe that small rubber missile to pierce through the character developed and exhibited at
something great was happening and the Jerry’s body and land inside the goal. Marvelwood School would become the
feeling was contagious. This positive, sup- Jerry never backed down to the pressure, man, Captain Jeremiah George Baker. In
portive, caring and somewhat electrifying and many times went on the attack. I ob- his life’s work and love he stood in defi-
environment had so much to do with who served a young man of great composure ance of a merciless sea. With strength and
my classmates and I became. and personal inner strength facing the courage he stood at the helm of his ship,
I have, for all these 46 years since I challenger with great vigor. At times his guiding it and his crew home to safety. All
graduated from Marvelwood, carried the courage contradicted common sense. He of us that knew Jerry have lost a good and
memories of many of my classmates and acted defiantly and obstinately in order faithful friend. The world has lost a re-
especially Jerry Baker. He was one of to keep Marvelwood School a competi- sponsible, loyal and courageous Captain; a
the special guys that I thought about tor. This was the example of the spirited family has lost a loving and devoted Hus-
often. I will miss my friend, and I will team that Marvelwood fielded in those band, Father, Uncle and Grandfather. My
never forget him. early years – against schools that had most sincere condolences and prayers to
much more experienced players and his family and relatives and to his many
I can still clearly see Jerry in my mind at Marvelwood friends.
the far end of a lush green field crouched coaching. I can’t tell you how many
at the goal, lacrosse stick at the ready, times I truly felt proud, happy and grate- Jerry, I am thankful for your friendship
pads, helmet and navy blue game jersey ful to be part of the Blue and White and I remain your faithful friend,
bearing the bold white number 12. This Team. Jerry’s determination to save the Joe Antell, No 10 (In home attack)
goal in the face of injury lifted us all up
is who I saw from my station, “in home Kennebunk, ME ★
attack,” at the opposite side of the field. I to cheer with thanks. Jerry did it again
knew Jerry was our last hope of defense. and again and again. He was always the
29 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
IN MEMORIAM
HONOR HELEN SMITH
Honor Helen Smith, 83, of Valley Road, Cornwall, died Monday, June 16, 2008, at Litchfield Woods.
She was the wife of Christopher Smith, a Marvelwood family member from the beginning.
Born in Toronto, Canada, on November 28, 1924, Mrs. Smith was a daughter of the late James Erroll
and Evelyn (Blakeley) Boyd. She was a retired administrator for Rose Haven Nursing Home and
Highland Acres in Winsted. In her later years, she was a patient care sitter at Charlotte Hungerford
Hospital and Library Assistant at the Marvelwood School in Kent.
“Honor was sweet, kind and always willing to help anyone
– in and out of the library.” - Nancy Karnolt, former Registrar
Honor Smith in the Bodkin Library, 1995 yearbook.
EDWARD MATTHEWS CRANE ’66
Edward Matthews Crane III, 61, passed away on June 6, 2008 after a valiant two-year challenge with
cancer. His loving family was at his side. “Matt” attended Rumson Country Day School in Rumson, NJ
before coming to The Marvelwood School. He received an Associate’s degree in Forestry from Paul
Smith’s College. He lived in Clearwater, FL.
Matt was an accomplished guitarist, song writer, avid reader, scuba diver, sea captain and skier. He en-
joyed riding his Victory motorcycle, golf, travel, music, loved the outdoors and valued his time spent
with family and friends. His engaging smile, his gregarious personality and sharp wit characterized the
vibrant spirit that defined him.
Matt is survived by his two children, Taylor and Jasper, and their families; his life-long friend and wife
Brenda Schevis Crane; his father Edward M. Crane, Jr; his sister Cordelia, and numerous family members.
“Eddy” Crane from the 1966 yearbook.
JERRY BAKER ’62
CAPT. JEREMIAH GEORGE BAKER, 63, passed away peacefully in his home on
May 3, 2008, surrounded by his family and close friends. He was a retired Mer-
chant Marine captain and U.S. Coast Guard licensed master. He graduated from
The Marvelwood School in 1962 and was a 1968 graduate of Maine Maritime
Academy, Castine.
Jerry was a skillful, competitive skipper. He spent many summers in Maine, where
he alternated between his home in South Freeport and his cottage on Bustins Is-
land. He delighted in serving as relief captain on the island ferry, the “Lilly B.”
Friends and family remembered Jerry as a modest, gentle man with an endearing
sense of humor. Jerry is survived by his wife of 23 years, Amanda Lumsden Baker.
L-r: Craig Rider, Joe Antell and Jerry Baker from the 1962 yearbook. Think where man’s glory most begins and ends,
In the same yearbook, under “CLASS PROPHECY”,
And say my glory was I had such friends.
it reads, “Jerry Baker will be a top-rate ocean racer…”
—William Butler Yeats
Craig Rider ’62 submitted the above Yeats quote to define his friendship with Jerry Baker ’62. In addition, Craig wrote,
“Thank you, Jerry for your glorious friendship. Although you are not here, you are with me always and the warm mem-
ories of our friendship will forever endure in my heart. Until we meet again!”
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008 30
The Marvelwood Parents’ Association
invites one and all to
AROUND THE WORLD
11th Annual Auction
October 10, 2008
Come Savor International Cuisine and Wine
Browse the Silent Auction
a wide variety of goods and services to tempt and delight
Raise Your Paddles High
bid on spectacular live auction items
An Evening of Fun and Friendship
Don’t Miss Out!
Now Seeking Donations
We welcome a range of donations - fine wines, gift certificates to your favorite restaurants,
vacation homes here and abroad, themed baskets, theater and sporting event tickets,
weekend “get away” packages, home and garden accessories - the WORLD is the limit!
For more information contact: Kathy McCann at 860/927-0047 or kathy.mccann@marvelwood.org
31 THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL MAGAZINE – SUMMER 2008
The 1956 Society
ince its founding, Marvelwood School’s
S mission has been to provide the path that leads
to personal growth and academic success for
young people willing to get involved in their own
education and committed to the challenge of preparing
for college
The Piper Victory Bell was a gift of the
Class of 1963 in memory of their classmate In 2006, the 1956 Society was formed in honor of our
Bruce Conzen Piper. 50th anniversary to recognize those who have the
vision and generosity to include Marvelwood in their
estate planning. It is our way of showing thanks and
appreciation to those who make provisions for
Marvelwood School.
1956 Society gifts will ensure Marvelwood’s future and
the continuation of Robert Bodkin’s mission.
There are several benefits to you when considering a
charitable bequest to Marvelwood. Your bequest can be
designated to a specific program or purpose (we will con-
firm that your gift will be used as you intend). You can
make a significant gift now without affecting your cash
flow or current income. A bequest is the simplest way to
ensure that things you care about are provided for in the
future. You can also receive an estate tax deduction.
Please consider becoming a member of the 1956 Society.
For information please call Irene Hopkins, Director of
Development (860) 927-0047 x1007, or email her at:
irene.hopkins@marvelwood.org
MARVELWOOD is COMING to a CITY NEAR YOU!
★ Atlanta, GEORGIA • September 24th
★ New Orleans, LOUISIANA • September 25th - 26th
★ CALIFORNIA • November
★ Denver, COLORADO • January
MORE CITIES WILL BE ADDED. Please check our website.
www.marvelwood.org
Please let the Development Office know if you would like to help plan an event in your city.
irene.hopkins@marvelwood.org or kathy.mccann@marvelwood.org
Marvelwood
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