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The Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Presents<br />

the 9th ANNUAL<br />

SPRING FEAST <strong>2012</strong><br />

with Auction & Raffles<br />

Friday, March 9, <strong>2012</strong> 6:30pm Jing Fong Restaurant 20 Elizabeth Street, NY, NY


PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION OF<br />

STUYVESANT HIGH SCHOOL<br />

345 Chambers Street, Room 271, New York, NY 10282<br />

212-312-4800, x 2711<br />

www.stuy-pa.org<br />

Ninth Annual Spring Feast<br />

March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

Master <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies<br />

David Venderbush<br />

Stuy P ‘14<br />

Jing Fong Restaurant<br />

20 Elizabeth Street, NY, NY<br />

Contents<br />

Co-Presidents’ Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2<br />

<strong>Gala</strong> Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3<br />

Acknowledgements & Thanks . . . . . . . . . . . 4<br />

Peter Samton Biography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5<br />

Greetings from Elected Officials . . . . . . 6-15<br />

Brief Introduction to Performers . . . . . 16-17<br />

Raffle / Auction Items Sample List . . . 29-32<br />

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March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

Dear Friends,<br />

Welcome to our 9th Annual Spring Feast!<br />

Our heartfelt thanks to the current, alumni and future parents, students, faculty and friends<br />

who join us to celebrate our school and support its future success. We are part <strong>of</strong> a tradition<br />

<strong>of</strong> excellence that began in 1904 and will continue for many more years.<br />

Spring Feast is its own tradition that began after 9/11 to celebrate and acknowledge the<br />

every-day achievements <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s staff and students. Tonight, we begin a<br />

new tradition: to honor and acknowledge a <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> alumnus’ contributions<br />

to the school. Twenty years ago, architect Peter Samton (’52) designed the building we send<br />

our children to every day and is currently helping to improve the library. Please help us to<br />

celebrate his many pr<strong>of</strong>essional achievements and commitment to excellence.<br />

This event is the labor <strong>of</strong> our dedicated and thorough Spring Feast Chair Alice Fung and her<br />

committee <strong>of</strong> current and alumni parents. Rong Cao, Miriam Chan, Fion Tan, and Candy<br />

Tse have worked for many months behind the scenes. Special thanks go to emcee Dave<br />

Venderbush. Because <strong>of</strong> Bryan Babski, Beth Bacon, Bonnie Beacher, George Bogdanich,<br />

Steven Bloom, Susanne Fischer, Peter <strong>Gala</strong>sinao, Kevin Heisler, Bill Kaczmarek, Julie Law,<br />

Sarah Park, Sanja Popovic, Chris Ross, and Larry Sit, we have guests, donations, greetings,<br />

ads, entertainment, drinks, and responsible hands to manage the proceeds. Photo coverage<br />

is provided by Andrew Cribb and Samson Fung. We are particularly grateful to <strong>Stuyvesant</strong>’s<br />

Parent Coordinator Harvey Blumm for his unfailing good humor and quick responses, no<br />

matter how many times we ask for the impossible. Our thanks also go to our Spring Feast<br />

sponsors and donors <strong>of</strong> the many auction and raffl e prizes. Please support them as they<br />

have supported our school.<br />

Thank you for being a part <strong>of</strong> the spirit <strong>of</strong> the evening. Together, we ensure that <strong>Stuyvesant</strong><br />

<strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> will continue to shape the interested into the informed, learners into leaders,<br />

and the curious into tomorrow’s cum laudes.<br />

Best wishes, your Co-Presidents,<br />

Wei Lam Barbara Reiser<br />

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Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />

Ninth Annual Spring Feast<br />

Friday, March 9, <strong>2012</strong>, 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.<br />

Jing Fong Restaurant 20 Elizabeth Street<br />

Master <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies: Dave Venderbush, Stuy P ‘14<br />

Program<br />

(Tentative)<br />

6:30 0 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.<br />

Cash Cash Bar (beer & wine)<br />

Raffl fl es and Silent Auction<br />

Student dent Performances<br />

Introduction by Master <strong>of</strong> Ceremoni Ceremonies<br />

Greetings from PA Co-Presidents (Wei Lam & Ba Barbara Reiser)<br />

Greetings etings from Principal, <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> (Stan (Stanley Teitel)<br />

Greetings from Elected Offi cials<br />

Acknowledgement <strong>of</strong> Sponsors<br />

Dinner n<br />

Alumni Service Award Presentation to Peter Samton<br />

Dinner<br />

Gavel vel Auction by Master <strong>of</strong> Ceremonies<br />

Dinner<br />

Raffl fl e Drawings<br />

Close <strong>of</strong> Silent Auction<br />

Desserts<br />

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The <strong>2012</strong> Spring Feast Committee Gratefully Acknowledges &<br />

Thanks the Following Sponsors & Supporters:<br />

Advertisers & Sponsors:<br />

Bee Tutored, Brownstone Tutors, Kenneth Cariota, Dr. Charles King Chan, Don’t Sweat the<br />

Essay, Dr. Neal Flomenbaum, Dr. Raymond Fong, Gee Whiz Diner, House <strong>of</strong> Gems, I.A.T.S.E.<br />

Local 52, Alta Indelman, IvyPrep, Kings Pharmacy, Manhattan Books, Mott Optical Company,<br />

Bernard Pau, Po Wing Hong Food Market, Princeton Review, Terry’s Deli, and 華埠眼<br />

鏡公司.<br />

Auction & Raffl e Donors (list in formation):<br />

Barnes and Noble Tribeca, Elizabeth Benedict, Berfond Family, Judy Bresnahan, Jaclyn Brilliant,<br />

Hedy Campbell, Miriam Chan, Henry Fong, Alexander Frenkel Alice Fung, Elizabeth<br />

Herman, Michele Herman, Elaine Immerman, Alta Indelman, Michael Kahn, Betsy Lind,<br />

Katherine Mastrota, Princeton Review, Barbara Reiser, Matthew Shapiro, Tribeca Film Festival,<br />

Rodanthy Tzani-Polychronkos, Carol Sperazza Taylor, and Monica Kaufman Watt.<br />

Student Performers (list in formation):<br />

Stuy Jazz Combo, a.k.a. “Banana Soul”<br />

Adam Lieber (piano), Jonathan Lessinger (guitar), Tyler Ross (bass guitar), Marc Schramm<br />

(trombone), and Andreas Petrossiants (percussion).<br />

Stuy A-Cappella<br />

Nelson Qu (soloist), Fayme Cai, Dickie Dongala, Sharon Chen, Shaalini Ganesalingam, Esmé<br />

Cribb, Carolyn Kang, Colleen Fang, Batya Zamansky, Julia Cha, Jenny Kam, Emily Koo,<br />

Daniel Lee, Gene Gao, Andy Zhang, Haymar Lim, John Yuen, Jamie Zhan, Victor Jiao, Ten<br />

Young Guh, Marcus Chan.<br />

Indian Dance Club<br />

Antara Majumdar and Deepanita Das.<br />

Chinese Fan/Ribbon Dance<br />

Dance directors: Doris Xia and Rebecca Lichi Chan.<br />

Stuy Squad Step Dancers<br />

Tajma Hall, Natalyah Morgan, Suzy Kim, Sidney Bynum, Lisa Ng, and Kimberly Iboy.<br />

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Recipient <strong>of</strong> the <strong>2012</strong> Alumni Service Award<br />

Principal, Gruzen Samton • IBI Group<br />

Peter Samton, FAIA, Stuy ‘52<br />

Thank you for your services and continued support to<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />

Award-winning architect Peter Samton is a 1952 graduate <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> and<br />

the architect <strong>of</strong> the current Tribeca high school building, which opened 20 years ago in<br />

1992. As a principal at Gruzen Samton • IBI Group, Samton oversees the fi rm’s commitment<br />

to producing architectural projects that contribute to urban life in a manner that reinforces<br />

and refl ects the uniqueness <strong>of</strong> individual communities. Samton has led his fi rm in<br />

the creation <strong>of</strong> an architecture compatible with community goals and has forged new stable<br />

environments in borderline areas.<br />

Beyond <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>, examples <strong>of</strong> Samton’s other work include the 72nd Street<br />

Subway Station Rehabilitation and Addition; Modernization at Grand Central Station; Lerner<br />

Hall Student Center at Columbia University; the Marine and Academic Center at Kingsborough<br />

Community College; Jewish Theological Seminary and Library; and the Benjamin<br />

Rosenthal Library at Queens College.<br />

Samton is the recipient <strong>of</strong> numerous awards, including the First Annual President’s Award<br />

and the Andrew J. Thomas Pioneer in Housing Award, both from the New York Chapter<br />

<strong>of</strong> the American Institute <strong>of</strong> Architects. Samton served as president <strong>of</strong> the AIA NY Chapter<br />

from 1978 to 1980.<br />

After graduating from <strong>Stuyvesant</strong>, Samton earned his Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Architecture from MIT<br />

and an AIA Silver Medal for Scholarship. Samton also studied at the Sorbonne in Paris as a<br />

Fulbright Fellow.<br />

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Dear Friends:<br />

T HE C ITY OF N EW Y ORK<br />

O FFICE OF THE M AYOR<br />

N EW Y ORK, NY 10007<br />

March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

It is an honor to welcome everyone as the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong><br />

celebrates its Ninth Annual Spring Feast Dinner.<br />

New York has always been a city <strong>of</strong> possibility for people <strong>of</strong> all backgrounds. To keep<br />

that promise to today’s students and future generations, we continue to raise standards and invest<br />

in the excellent teachers and college prep courses that young New Yorkers need to compete in an<br />

increasingly competitive economy. These efforts have helped us make real progress over the past<br />

decade, and as we build on these gains and set the pace for schools nationwide, we are proud to<br />

be the home <strong>of</strong> institutions as innovative as <strong>Stuyvesant</strong>.<br />

On behalf <strong>of</strong> the City <strong>of</strong> New York, thank you for your support <strong>of</strong> this terrific school, and<br />

best wishes for a wonderful dinner and continued success.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Michael R. Bloomberg<br />

Mayor<br />

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<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong><br />

345 Chambers Street, Rm 271<br />

New York, NY 10282<br />

Dear Friends:<br />

March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

Please accept my warmest greetings and congratulations as you gather for the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong><br />

<strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong>’s Ninth Annual Spring Feast Dinner. I am grateful for the<br />

opportunity to recognize the fine work <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong>, its<br />

leadership, faculty, students and alumni on this wonderful occasion.<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> has assisted countless New York City students in their pursuit<br />

and attainment <strong>of</strong> educational excellence. As it has done since 1904, <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />

has and continues to be, an academic incubator for the brightest and most committed students in<br />

New York City. With a strong science, technology and mathematics educational foundation that<br />

fosters both personal and intellectual growth, <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> instills the intellectual<br />

curiosity for students to reach their maximum potential. I applaud this great institution for its<br />

dedication to nurture our young people on their paths to become the future leaders <strong>of</strong> tomorrow.<br />

Through the hard work and dedication <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents<br />

<strong>Association</strong>, you have afforded students to contribute to the aspirations <strong>of</strong> your student body.<br />

Your benevolent endeavors have allowed students to go on college tours, provide college<br />

counseling and <strong>of</strong>fer translation services for families in need. Your commitment and dedication<br />

is an inspiration to us all.<br />

Again, congratulations and thank you for your hard work and dedication on behalf <strong>of</strong> all<br />

New Yorkers. I know <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> <strong>School</strong> will continue to<br />

serve the educational needs <strong>of</strong> New York’s youth with distinction for many years to come. Best<br />

wishes for a wonderful event.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Charles E. Schumer<br />

United States Senator<br />

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Dear Friends:<br />

NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY<br />

March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

Please accept my sincerest greetings as you gather to celebrate <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s<br />

9 th Annual Spring Feast Dinner.<br />

Throughout its distinguished history, <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> has been a source <strong>of</strong> pride<br />

in the community, an institution with a strong commitment to providing its students with a high<br />

quality education. <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> has over 3,000 students from all five boroughs<br />

reflecting the diversity <strong>of</strong> the City, and you are consistently recognized for your academic<br />

excellence, numerous achievements and innovative programs. Of special note is your more than<br />

100 years <strong>of</strong> history and tradition, and your academic distinction throughout the City.<br />

Tonight’s celebration is a commitment and a tribute to the hopes and aspirations <strong>of</strong> the<br />

students. While raising funds to support education and provide services to students as they<br />

prepare for college, this event brings together school and community for the sake <strong>of</strong> the students.<br />

Everyone associated with this event should be proud <strong>of</strong> the school’s record <strong>of</strong> achievements, and<br />

I am honored to have this opportunity to congratulate you for a job well done.<br />

Again, welcome to tonight’s dinner, and best wishes to <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> for<br />

continued success.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

SHELDON SILVER<br />

Speaker<br />

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March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong><br />

345 Chambers St. Room 271<br />

New York, NY 10282-1099<br />

Dear <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong>:<br />

It is my great pleasure to send a sincere “Congratulations!” to the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />

Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> and all your members for 9 years <strong>of</strong> faithful and dutiful service to the<br />

student community at large. As a <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> alumus myself, I am honored to extend my best<br />

wishes and greetings to all those gathered at the Ninth Annual Spring Feast Dinner. The<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>Parents'</strong> <strong>Association</strong>’s primary goal is to bring <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> parents into<br />

an active role in students' academic and non-academic activities and to help establish a strong<br />

relationship between the home and the school.<br />

The <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> maintains a strong relationship with the<br />

administration, faculty, and students in order to keep parents informed about educational and<br />

extracurricular activities.<br />

As the only Asian-American serving in the New York State Legislature, I am very encouraged<br />

by your work. Your ongoing efforts to encourage parents to become more effective partners in<br />

their children's education are to be recognized.<br />

On behalf <strong>of</strong> the New York State Assembly, I commend tonight’s festive event. Everyone that is<br />

part <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> should be extremely proud <strong>of</strong> all their<br />

efforts. Please accept my best wishes for an enjoyable evening and continued success.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Grace Meng<br />

Member <strong>of</strong> Assembly<br />

THE ASSEMBLY<br />

STATE OF NEW YORK<br />

ALBANY<br />

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DEBORAH J. GLICK<br />

Assemblymember 66 th District<br />

New York County<br />

February 21, <strong>2012</strong><br />

Dear Friends,<br />

THE ASSEMBLY<br />

STATE OF NEW YORK<br />

ALBANY<br />

It is with the utmost pleasure that I send greeting to you at the Ninth Annual Spring Feast Dinner<br />

hosted by the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parent’s <strong>Association</strong>.<br />

The <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> has done a remarkable job in representing and<br />

supporting <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s diverse and growing community and their continued work on<br />

behalf <strong>of</strong> students and faculty is impressive. The Spring Feast has historically helped <strong>Stuyvesant</strong><br />

students by supplementing the cost <strong>of</strong> college tours, college counseling, and translation services not<br />

covered by the school’s budget. As the chair <strong>of</strong> <strong>High</strong>er Education for the Assembly I am well aware<br />

<strong>of</strong> the pressures and costs associated with attending college during this difficult financial time, and<br />

greatly admire the work <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parent <strong>Association</strong>.<br />

Thank you to the parents <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> for your continued support <strong>of</strong> the school<br />

community. I wish you a great event and continued success.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Deborah J. Glick<br />

Assemblymember<br />

CHAIR<br />

<strong>High</strong>er Education<br />

COMMITTEES<br />

Environmental Conservation<br />

Rules<br />

Ways & Means<br />

DISTRICT OFFICE: 853 Broadway, Suite 2120, New York, NY 10013 (212) 674-5153, FAX (212) 674-5530<br />

glickd@assembly.state.ny.us<br />

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Dear <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong>:<br />

March 9th, <strong>2012</strong><br />

It brings me great pleasure to join the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> community for the Ninth Annual<br />

Spring Feast Dinner to celebrate our community’s excellence in education. <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong><br />

<strong>School</strong> is recognized for being a specialized school with a diverse body <strong>of</strong> students and has demonstrated<br />

the great potential and the academic excellence <strong>of</strong> students from NYC. <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong><br />

<strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong> is immensely infl uential to the development in educational success.<br />

As Public Advocate for the City <strong>of</strong> New York, I would like to commemorate students, parents,<br />

and teachers for their understanding, support, and commitment to the education <strong>of</strong> our community.<br />

I extend my sincere thanks to all at the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ <strong>Association</strong>, who are<br />

involved in the advancement towards our academic excellence for a brighter future.<br />

I am inspired by the work <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>of</strong> New York and I stand by and support<br />

every student at <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> as they strive for academic achievements by the knowledge<br />

that they will continue to serve our community for a long time to come.<br />

Please accept y best wishes on this very special occasion.<br />

Best regards,<br />

Bill de Blasio<br />

Public Advocate, New York City<br />

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SCOTT M. STRINGER<br />

BOROUGH PRESIDENT<br />

Dear Friends,<br />

THE C ITY OF N EW Y ORK<br />

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT<br />

BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN<br />

MUNICIPAL B UILDING ❖ 1CENTRE S TREET ❖ N EW YORK, NY 10007<br />

P HONE (212) 669-8300 F AX (212) 669-4305<br />

www.mbpo.org bp@manhattanbp.org<br />

March 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />

It is my great honor to welcome all those assembled for the 9th Annual <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />

Spring Feast Dinner. This institution has long been considered a jewel in New York’s<br />

educational system, and the dedication displayed by the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents<br />

<strong>Association</strong> has been essential to achieving that kind <strong>of</strong> success.<br />

This annual event is a time for the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> community to celebrate the past<br />

year’s achievements and is a tribute to the hopes and aspirations <strong>of</strong> the hardworking students at<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> H.S. It also raises funds for much needed services like college tours, informational<br />

programs for students and parents, college counseling, and translation services.<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> is a microcosm <strong>of</strong> excellence in the five boroughs. Congratulations to all<br />

on another year <strong>of</strong> learning and opportunity for our students, and best wishes for a successful<br />

evening!<br />

Sincerely,<br />

Scott M. Stringer<br />

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The <strong>2012</strong> Spring Feast Student Performers Biographies:<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> Jazz Combo, a.k.a. “Banana Soul”<br />

Spawned from the infamous <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> Jazz<br />

Band, Banana Soul is a small collection <strong>of</strong><br />

frighteningly talented musicians whose singular<br />

aim is to spread gut-wrenching, brainteasing<br />

music wherever it goes. Originally<br />

known simply as the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> Jazz Combo,<br />

this ensemble has been dubbed “Banana<br />

Soul” in recent years as its audience has<br />

grown in both size and appreciation <strong>of</strong> the<br />

group’s musical talents. The band has performed<br />

at such venues as the Liberty Science<br />

Center and Gracie Mansion. While Banana<br />

Soul started out as primarily a jazz ensemble,<br />

it has since deviated from the conventions <strong>of</strong><br />

standard jazz and its repertoire has expanded to include music based in the traditions <strong>of</strong> Klezmer, Motown,<br />

pop, and rock, among others. Consequently, the band’s sound is defi ned by an eclectic blend <strong>of</strong> many<br />

musical genres. Banana Soul is comprised <strong>of</strong> Adam Lieber (piano), Jonathan Lessinger (guitar), Tyler Ross<br />

(bass guitar), Marc Schramm (trombone), and Andreas Petrossiants (percussion).<br />

Chinese Fan/Ribbon Dance:<br />

The Chinese Fan and Ribbon Dance has a long and treasured history in China. Though it began as ceremonial<br />

rituals; over time, it has evolved into a more cultural dance that tells a story. It is currently a representation<br />

<strong>of</strong> beauty, grace, skill, tradition and history. What started out as a group <strong>of</strong> girls that wanted<br />

to showcase fan dancing to <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong> became something bigger. At fi rst, it was to show<br />

the pride they had in their culture and heritage, but then it slowly started to evolve. The fan dance started<br />

to incorporate different moves that were before not used <strong>of</strong>ten and became modernized. But, this dance<br />

showed the personality <strong>of</strong> the people that choreographed this dance, as well as the characters <strong>of</strong> the<br />

people that performed these moves. Because this year is our last year at <strong>Stuyvesant</strong>, our group hopes to<br />

give you our own approach to fan and ribbon dancing. Dance directors: Doris Xia and Rebecca Lichi Chan.<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> Squad Step Dancers:<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> Squad Step members include Tajma Hall, Natalyah Morgan, Suzy Kim, Sidney Bynum, Lisa Ng,<br />

and Kimberly Iboy.<br />

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<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> A Cappella<br />

<strong>Stuyvesant</strong> A Cappella brings music and vitality to<br />

the <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> Community. We meet after school<br />

everyday, and through our daily rehearsals, we<br />

form strong bonds that extend beyond the doors<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong>. Members <strong>of</strong> <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> A Cappella<br />

not only learn to sing as part <strong>of</strong> an ensemble;<br />

they also learn how to perform and exhibit pr<strong>of</strong>essionalism<br />

as well. By analyzing and restructuring<br />

harmonies, we work together to recreate music<br />

in a form that we can enjoy presenting to others.<br />

Performers: Nelson Qu (soloist), Fayme Cai, Dickie<br />

Dongala, Sharon Chen, Shaalini Ganesalingam,<br />

Esmé Cribb, Carolyn Kang, Colleen Fang, Batya<br />

Zamansky, Julia Cha, Jenny Kam, Emily Koo, Daniel Lee, Gene Gao, Andy Zhang, Haymar Lim, John Yuen,<br />

Jamie Zhan, Victor Jiao, Ten Young Guh, Marcus Chan.<br />

The Indian Dance Club<br />

My name is Antara Majumdar, and I am currently<br />

a Junior at <strong>Stuyvesant</strong> <strong>High</strong> <strong>School</strong>. When I was<br />

fi ve years <strong>of</strong> age, my parents enrolled me into Indian<br />

classical dancing courses geared to teaching<br />

youngsters about the complex and well-institutionalized<br />

dance form called Bharatanatyam. Over the<br />

years as I have advanced through the many levels,<br />

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this classical art form which has existed since the<br />

Sagam age 500 B.C. and has survived till today.<br />

My passion for dance refl ects in my dedication to<br />

practicing this art form and presenting it in to an<br />

international audience. Today, as President <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Indian Dance Club I hope to collaborate with other<br />

meaningful projects geared towards humanitarian<br />

aid to modern ballet dance to intensify the presentation<br />

<strong>of</strong> this temple dance. Performing this dance<br />

is Antara Majumdar and Deepanita Das.<br />

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Sample list <strong>of</strong> Raffl e / Auction Items<br />

Event Tickets<br />

Items: Donors: D<br />

New York Knicks Henry Fong<br />

2 tickets for game on Monday, March 26, 7:30.<br />

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Tribeca Film Festival Tribeca Film Festival<br />

2 tickets to red carpet premiere<br />

New York Philharmonic Alexander Frenkel<br />

2 tickets for April 20, featuring Mozart and Tchaikovsky<br />

New York Yankees Henry Fong<br />

2 tickets for game on Wednesday, August 29 versus Toronto Blue Jays at 1pm.<br />

Vacation<br />

Item: I<br />

Donor:<br />

Two night stay at the Ritz Carlton<br />

Amelia Island (Keywest Florida)<br />

Elizabeth Herman<br />

Fall weekend in Litchfi eld, CT Elaine Immerman<br />

in modern 3 BR home. Enjoy biking, hiking, tennis, apple picking<br />

in private Woodbridge Lake just 2 hours from NYC<br />

Play Time<br />

Item: Donor:<br />

Nintendo Wii Console and Mario game Berfond Family<br />

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Sample list <strong>of</strong> Raffl e / Auction Items (Continued)<br />

Accessories<br />

Items: I Donors: D<br />

Betsey Johnson purple purse Alice Fung<br />

Large bag with silver accents Monica Kaufman<br />

Gold sequined handbag Monica Kaufman<br />

Kenneth Cole Reaction wallet Jaclyn Brilliant<br />

Pink leather gloves Jaclyn Brilliant<br />

Key chain with Swavorski crystals Rodanthy Tzani-Polychronkos<br />

Health & Beauty<br />

Items: Donors:<br />

Celine Dion Sensational perfume Alice Fung<br />

Pedicure set with foot scrub and slippers Anonymous<br />

Bath and Body Works Ocean Works spa basket Anonymous<br />

Housewares<br />

Items: I Donors: D<br />

Cheese board set Jaclyn Brilliant<br />

Perfect sandwich storage container Anonymous<br />

Bombay Company Kenton photo box Anonymous<br />

Vera Wang dessert plates Rodanthy Tzani-Polychronkos<br />

Zojirushi Rice Cooker Miriam Chan<br />

Zojirushi Water Boiler Miriam Chan<br />

Tea sets Miriam Chan<br />

Chinese porcelain 24-inch<br />

blue & white umbrella stand<br />

Miriam Chan<br />

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Sample list <strong>of</strong> Raffl e / Auction Items (Continued)<br />

Books<br />

Collectibles<br />

Items: I<br />

Donors:<br />

Hummel fi gurine #174 titled Judy Bresnahan<br />

She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not<br />

Hummel fi gurine #Unknown titled<br />

Chick Girl at Feeding Time<br />

Judy Bresnahan<br />

Hummel fi gurine #35 titled<br />

Tuneful Angel<br />

Judy Bresnahan<br />

“Polo Bear” child’s ceramic/china set Alice Fung<br />

Two framed sets <strong>of</strong> yuan (circa WWII) Katherine Mastrota<br />

Items: Donors:<br />

Autographed copy <strong>of</strong> Castle in the Forest Judy Bresnahan<br />

by Norman Mailer<br />

Autographed copy <strong>of</strong> A Series <strong>of</strong> Unfortunate Judy Bresnahan<br />

Events #13 - Th e End by Lemony Snicket<br />

Art World by Timothy Greenfi eld Sanders Anonymous<br />

New York Times <strong>2012</strong> journal Barbara Reiser<br />

Berenice Abbott - Changing New York: Alta Indelman<br />

the Complete War Project<br />

Jewelry<br />

Item:<br />

Donor:<br />

Pearl necklace and bracelet set Alice Fung<br />

Stone necklace Rodanthy Tzani-Polychronkos<br />

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Sample list <strong>of</strong> Raffl e / Auction Items<br />

Gift Certifi cates<br />

Items: Donors:<br />

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$50 certifi cate for Cookies to College Hedy Campbell<br />

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Items: Donors:<br />

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Two-hour session <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional editing Michele Herman<br />

Two-hour session with pr<strong>of</strong>essional writing tutor Michele Herman<br />

One hour Voice Technique Lesson Betsy Lind<br />

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