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NationalChamps!Written by Gavin Faretra ’00The scoreboard said it all. A 29-point defeat at the hands of South Kent<strong>School</strong> at the beginning of February left the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Boys’ VarsityBasketball team disheartened. Its unbeaten streak, gone.Standing at a crossroads, the Rams had to make a choice: Turn right,down Easy Street, and coast through the last month of the season, ortake the road less traveled, Adversity Avenue, where desires are tested,bodies are bruised and champions are born. >Spring 2009 | 3
<strong>Tilton</strong> CelebratesINAUGURATION DAYThe <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> community gathered together on January 20, 2009,to watch history in the making as Barack Obama took the oath ofoffice of President of the United States. In the days leading up to theInauguration, the school welcomed guest speaker Bishop Gene Robinson(read more on p. 25), shared stories and reflections during schoolmeeting, and participated in class discussions. >>14 | Spring 2009
<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> NewsFALL 2008, VOLUME 1, NO. 1OBAMA AND SHAHEENWIN MOCK ELECTIONSIllinois Sen. Barack Obama and former New Hampshire Governor provide for aDemocratic Sweep of <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Mock ElectionsTILTON, NH – <strong>Tilton</strong> students went to their oncampuspolls today as part of the Politics class mockelection and voiced their opinion that Illinois Sen.Barack Obama should be the next president of theUnited States. Meanwhile, on the undercard, formerNew Hampshire Gov. Jeanne Shaheen bested sittingSen. John Sununu to claim victory in the mockSenate election.In the presidential race, Obama defeatedRepublican nominee Sen. John McCain 53 percentto 40 percent. The results showed McCain cut intowhat was a much larger lead in the on-campus pollsfrom earlier in the year, but it simply was not enoughto overcome Obama’s widespread popularity.In the Senate campaign Shaheen turned a virtualdead heat in earlier on-campus polling into a 53percent to 44 percent victory. This race was tightthroughout, and it appears straight party line votingby the international community was the differencein this race.The mock election was a culmination of nearly ayear’s worth of activity by the Politics classes at<strong>Tilton</strong> called “The First in the Nation Project,” inwhich students were divided into teams to carry outa realistic campaign. As part of the project, studentswere asked to volunteer in actual campaign officesfor the candidate of their choice, and they attendedrallies and other campaign events. In addition, politicaloperatives visited the campus to give the students aninside look at campaigns. The highlight of the two-yearodyssey of the project was a campus visit by formerRepublican Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee,which led to <strong>Tilton</strong> appearing on CNN’s AndersonCooper 360 and the front page of USA Today.Politics Teacher and former political consultantTim Healy said: “The students who ran thesecampaigns truly did themselves and their communitya service. They educated themselves and their peersabout the different candidates and learned a lot aboutwhat it is like to be in the middle of a campaign.”
around campuss <strong>Tilton</strong> faculty and staff gathered on August 25, 2008, to prepare for the start of a new school year.Convocation was held September 7, 2008, in the Chapel. Several students spoke about their efforts to go green this summer after reading <strong>Tilton</strong>’s all-schoolbook, The Green Book. Head of <strong>School</strong> Jim Clements’ remarks emphasized our personal definitions of success. Pictured are the students and faculty who participatedin this traditional all-school event.s18 | Spring 2009
“Opening Day”<strong>Tilton</strong> welcomed 256 students this fallIt was great to meet so many of you on Opening Day. We welcomed256 students this fall, arriving from 23 states and 17 countries,including Brazil and Rwanda. Student leaders greeted parents andfamilies and answered questions during the registration process. In anannual tradition, a bagpiper led a processional of faculty and studentsto the first school meeting of the year.Spring 2009 | 21
On November 5-7, 2008, the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Theater Departmentpresented Check, Please, a one-act play about the trials and tribulations ofblind dating. Pictured: Hallie Wolf ’09 and Derrick Melan ’09.sPerforming Arts Director Kyle Masterson led the choir during the 21stAnnual Messiah Sing on December 7, 2008, in the Fred A. Smart Chapel.ss <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s Alex Oriakhi (left) and Jamal Coombs-McDaniel signedbasketball National Letters of Intent to the University of Connecticut.10th Grade Class President Charlie Weinmann (right) and Vice PresidentCarey Spanos delivered toys to the annual <strong>Tilton</strong>-Northfield-SanborntonChristmas Fund Toy Drive.ss Merritt D’Elia ’10 traveled to Yoro, Honduras, over the holiday break with the organization Honduras Hope to help with the construction of Cever Trade<strong>School</strong>. Last spring, D’Elia helped with the construction of a dormitory to house 19 students who travel from far-away villages to attend the school. When they weren’tpainting or helping with construction tasks, D’Elia and a friend played soccer with the local children. D’Elia asked the <strong>Tilton</strong> community to donate used soccer balls,cleats, cones, net soccer ball bags, shin guards and soccer clothing for the area children.D’Elia said: “Even though we couldn’t communicate that well, we had a great time with the kids. It was hard not to notice the difference between their equipmentand field and what we use at home. There were so many enthusiastic kids there playing with a half-deflated ball in their street shoes or barefoot on a slanted fieldwith little grass and makeshift goals. We collected more than 50 soccer balls and pieces of equipment. The children were absolutely overjoyed with the soccer balls.They immediately went down to their fields and began a game. This was great to see.”22 | Spring 2009
2009 Excellence inArchitecture Awardss The <strong>Tilton</strong> community welcomed veteran Sylvester Grosso ofWethersfield, CT, age 90, to the school’s Veterans Day observance. Grosso,father of Alumni & Development Administrative Assistant Mary Poirot and father-inlawof Assistant Head of <strong>School</strong> Stephen Poirot, served in the 208 th Coastal Artilleryin the Pacific Theatre during World War II. Grosso is pictured with (left to right)Student Assembly President Scotty Willson ’09, Student Assembly Vice PresidentTyler Beauregard ’09, and Head of <strong>School</strong> Jim Clements in front of the school’smemorial wall of alumni lost in major conflicts (a gift from the Class of ’49).On November 10, 2008, Zachary Claridge ’12 presented a special thankyou and reflection on the service of veterans as part of the Veterans Dayceremony at the New Hampshire Veterans Home. Also pictured is NewHampshire Veterans Home resident David Clark.sThe New Hampshire Chapter of the American Institute of Architectspresented an Honor Award for the new <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> academic buildingat the 2009 Excellence in Architecture Awards banquet on January 16,2009. The building was designed by Scott Simons Architects of Portland,ME. Milestone Engineering and Construction Inc. of Concord was theconstruction manager.Jury Comments: “This project is a well-executed modern interpretationof historical typology. The design is clean and crisply detailed inside andout. A contemporary structure, yet it is in harmony with the buildingsnear it. Good use of natural light. It feels very open. There is an elegantpallet of durable materials that contribute to the clean, modern look.We like the way it takes an object building and makes an academicspace in front.”
On February 4, 2009, (left to right) Chris Bolte, CJ Lopes and JermetriusTroy signed football National Letters of Intent. Bolte and Troy will attendStonehill College (MA), and Lopes will attend the University of Connecticut. Alsopictured is <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Head Coach Ken Hollingsworth.sOn February 4, 2009, Jason Hwang, a four-year senior from Korea and amember of the Community Service team, helped cheer on the Boys’ VarsityBasketball team with Ellis Howard ’42. Howard lives at the New HampshireVeterans Home and visits regularly with students from the Community Serviceteam as part of the Intergenerational Program.ss <strong>Tilton</strong>’s annual International Fair was held on January 31, 2009. Here,Level-4 Spanish student Habibat Tinubu ’09 demonstrates “El lenguajedel abanico” (The language of the Spanish fan).On February 17, 2009, <strong>Tilton</strong> seniors gathered with faculty and staff atThe Red Blazer in Concord, NH, to celebrate the remaining 100 days untilgraduation. <strong>Tilton</strong>’s four-year seniors are pictured.s24 | Spring 2009
Bishop Gene Robinson“Creating and Sustaining Community inTimes of Uncertainty and Change”Bishop Gene Robinson spoke at an all-school meeting on January 16,2009. Robinson’s talk, “Creating and Sustaining Community in Times ofUncertainty and Change,” engaged the <strong>Tilton</strong> community in thoughtfuldialogue and discussion about the significant changes occurring in thecountry, the world, and in our individual lives.Robinson reflected on his invitation to give the invocationat the pre-Inaugural activities on January 18 for PresidentBarack Obama. Who should I pray to? What should I prayfor? How do we move beyond tolerance to acceptance?What can we learn from our individual differences?Robinson noted, “As the next generation of leaders it isvital you bring an attitude of inclusiveness and acceptanceto society and our culture. The world is getting smaller andthe peace of the world is dependent on this.”Later in the day, Robinson also participated in a groupdiscussion in a World Religion class and in an open forumin the school’s lecture hall. Select student leaders also hadthe opportunity to have lunch with Robinson and discussissues of importance to them.Spring 2009 | 25
Rams Hold Onto Powder Keg for Another Year<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> retained the barrel-shaped “Powder Keg” trophyfor another year, following its victory over New Hampton <strong>School</strong>in the series of fall sports contests held on November 8, 2008.The rivalry between the two schools, which dates to the 1880sand is one of the nation’s oldest, was held this year on the NHScampus. It was revived last year after an almost 20-year hiatus.Boisterous supporters from both schools, including faculty,staff, students, parents, parents of alumni, alumni, and trustees,crowded the sidelines as <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> claimed victories in Boys’JV Soccer, Boys’ Varsity Soccer, Girls’ Varsity Soccer, Girls’ CrossCountry and Varsity Football. New Hampton <strong>School</strong> was thewinner in Varsity Field Hockey and Boys’ Cross Country, and theschools tied in Boys’ JV-B Soccer.The Boys’ JV-B Soccer game finished with a 2-2 tie. Andre Fu’10 scored the first goal of the game within the first minute. Thetwo teams battled to the end but neither could get the decisive goal.The Boys’ JV Soccer game was a defensive battle by bothschools. <strong>Tilton</strong> and New Hampton played to a 0-0 tie until thelast 33 seconds of the game, when a <strong>Tilton</strong> shot tipped off a NewHampton defender and went in. <strong>Tilton</strong> was victorious, 1-0.<strong>Tilton</strong>’s Girls’ Varsity Soccer team got on the board with thefirst two goals of the game. The Rams put in the fifth and finalgoal late in the game to seal the 5-3 victory. <strong>Tilton</strong>’s goals werescored by Janelle Mazzaferro ’09 (three goals), Stephanie Downs’09 and Laurel Bauer ’09.The Boys’ Varsity Soccer squads had an intense game, with<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> coming out on top 5-2. <strong>Tilton</strong> scorers were DanaDiPinto ’09, John Bejakian ’09, Will Emerson ’09, Troy Morin’10 and Rico Santamaria ’09.The Cross Country teams had great races. The girls finishedfirst, third and fifth, winning the race for the women.Despite the best efforts of the Varsity Field Hockey team,including a goal by Kiah Murphy ’11, the Huskies notched a3-1 victory.The two Mountain Biking teams completed a five-lap exhibitionrace on New Hampton’s alternate course. In the lead for <strong>Tilton</strong> wassenior Captain Alex Jenkins ’09 in third place, followed shortly byjunior Captain Pat Souza ’10 in fourth.The Varsity Football team came away with a 48-14 victory.Jermetrius Troy ’09 rushed for two touchdowns and caught aTD pass from Eddie Dobrowolski ’09, who also threw two TDpasses to Matt Gaither ’09. Josh Chronopoulos ’09 and NosaIgbinedion ’09 each had a touchdown run. Simon Abrahms ’09kicked six PATs.<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Athletic Director Ken Hollingsworth said,“Saturday was a great day, filled with excellent school spirit andschool pride on both sides. Watching the excitement and energyat every game was fantastic! We thank New Hampton for beingsuch a wonderful host.”<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> will host the Powder Keg event next year.26 | Spring 2009
fall sports highlightsGIRLS’ VARSITY SOCCERThe Girls’ VarsitySoccer team’s officialrecord of 7-8-1 is impressiveconsidering that theywon their last five gamesstraight after a string oflosses. The team wasfortunate to have 14seniors lead this group,some with many years of experience. By the end of theseason, this combination of novice and expert players formeda true team. The most memorable game this year was againstNew Hampton <strong>School</strong> in the quest for the Powder Keg. Thisgame was a great illustration of sportsmanship, perseveranceand camaraderie. After falling to New Hampton 7-3 in theirfirst outing, the team was determined to help <strong>Tilton</strong> keep thePowder Keg. The team came away with a final score of 5-3.Two players received the Most Valuable Player award.Kellie Simons ’09 is most known for her foot skills andincredible ability to strike the ball. Stephanie Downs ’09had prolific scoring; in 16 games, she scored 18 goals.Bryanna Bourbeau ’12 and Brittany Bennett ’09 receivedthe Most Improved Player award.Three players received the Coaches’ Award for their selflessness,terrific attitude and dedication to their teammates:Chelsea Whetstone ’10, Brittany Hill ’09 and HabibatTinubu ’09.BOYS’ VARSITY SOCCERThe 2008 Boys’Varsity Soccer teambrought the NewEngland Championshipto the hilltop. Behind theinspiring leadership ofCaptains Kris Brassard’09, Joe Delorey ’09 andAnatole Draleau ’09, theteam jumped out to a great start, not losing a match intheir first 10 games. This included a fantastic victory overDeerfield Academy and hard-fought wins over LakesRegion rivals Holderness <strong>School</strong> and Brewster Academy.However, the sport of soccer can be as frustrating as it isuplifting, and for 25 days the Rams were frustrated.Though they played solid soccer and pushed eventualLeague Champion Kimball Union Academy to their limitin a 0-0 draw under the lights, there were no wins to befound. The moment of truth came when the team metafter a loss to Kents Hill, and the players talked with thecoaches about how to turn the season around. While avictory wasn’t achieved in the next match, the offense,anchored by Rico Santamaria ’09, Dana DiPinto ’09,Will Emerson ’09 and Troy Morin ’10, started to feel thescoring touch return. The fruits of everyone’s labor wouldcome in the next match as they beat Proctor Academy 3-0and never lost a game after that.A thrilling four-goal outburst in the second half sealed avictory on New Hampton Day and brought a bid to theNew England playoffs. Keeper Matt Wrenn ’09 held fastagainst St. George’s <strong>School</strong> in the first round and saved fourin the PK shootout while key PKs by Jenner Bryan ’10,John Bejakian ’09 and John Falco ’09 opened the door forMorin, the 20 th shooter, to move the Black and Gold intothe semifinals. A rematch with Hebron Academy produceda 3-1 victory as the entire team proved their mettle on a wetpitch, which propelled them into the championship againstnemesis Providence Country Day <strong>School</strong> (PCD).<strong>Tilton</strong>’s two previous appearances in the finals (2003 and2007) ended with losses at the hands of PCD, but thethird time was a charm. Santamaria put the Knights ontheir heels with a goal six minutes into the final, but PCDentered the second half with a 2-1 advantage. Constantoffensive pressure in the second half spurred on by excellentmidfield play from Gus Lopes ’11, Bejakian andDraleau allowed DiPinto to tie the game and Santamariato put home the game winner with six minutes remainingin the match. The defensive corps of Carey Spanos ’11,Spring 2009 | 27
Rams Win New EnglandSoccer ChampionshipAndy Dustin ’10, Billy Beaton ’09, Jason Hwang ’09,Emerson, Brassard and Wrenn limited PCD’s offensivechances the entire second half and initiated the offensequickly. The final whistle sounded, and the elationexploded from players, coaches and fans alike. A groupthat must be acknowledged is the reserves (Bryan, ConnorMaguire ’09, Kyle Roberts ’09, Jose Blasco ’10, VictorSanchez-Greca ’09, Alex Burkland ’09, Matt Mosca ’10,Evan Downs ’12, Austin Hall ’11 and Spanos), who playedkey roles in games and training as they pushed to be theirbest and in turn made this the best finish to a <strong>Tilton</strong> soccerseason in 77 years.On November 16, 2008, Rico Santamaria’s ’09 gamewinninggoal with seven minutes left broke a 2-2 tie andnetted the <strong>Tilton</strong> Rams their first New England Soccer title3-2 over Providence Country Day <strong>School</strong>. The win cappedan amazing two weeks and season for the Rams, in whichthey won five games all on the road to close out the year.BOYS’ JV SOCCERThe Boys’ JV Soccerteam began the season10-1. They beat PhillipsExeter Academy, a teamthat outscored the Ramsabout 15-5 in the lastthree games againstthem. After the first half,the teams were tied 0-0.The Rams roared ahead, scoring four goals in the secondhalf to beat them 4-1 in the wind, rain and freezing cold.In the last game of the season, the team snapped a fourgamelosing streak and beat New Hampton <strong>School</strong>, whohad sealed a victory against the Rams a week before. <strong>Tilton</strong>won in the most dramatic fashion – scoring with just fiveminutes left in the game with a goal by one of their mostversatile players, Justin Lee ’10, off a corner kick fromMike McKeon ’11.Tsz Hin Kwok ’12 received the Most ValuablePlayer award.It was a great season, and the coaches are excited aboutthe team’s chances for next year. The Boys’ JV Soccerprogram continues to grow and improve every year.BOYS’ JV- B SOCCER2008 was a year of improvement for the Boys’ JV-B Soccerteam. After being unable to post a win in 2007, the playersfinished this year with four wins, six losses and two ties. While
they lost a few players from 2007, there was an influx of talentin Yunzheng Jiang ’11, Matt Riesenbach ’11 and Andre Fu ’10.One of the highlights of the season came in the team’sfirst win against New Hampton <strong>School</strong>. After scoring hissecond goal, Fu came back up the field singing theChinese National Anthem!The highlight of theyear came againstHolderness <strong>School</strong>. In2007, Holderness beatthe Rams 9-1. Thisyear, the Rams beatHolderness 2-1 in ahard-fought game. Itwas certainly a momentof redemption for returning players Chris Hight ’10,Cam Woolsey ’11, Charlie Weinmann ’11, Kenny Hoang’11 and Sung Sik Oh ’11. Not only was the victorymonumental, but Jiang scored an amazing goal, headingin a corner from Riesenbach. He was swarmed by histeammates in celebration.Hight garnered Most Valuable Player honors for hisstaunch defense and play making, while Hunter Julius ’12earned Most Improved Player honors. Woolsey andJiang earned the Coaches’ Award for their leadershipand work ethic.VARSITY FIELD HOCKEYThe Varsity FieldHockey team had atough season record-wise,4-13, but the Ramsplayed some of the bestfield hockey <strong>Tilton</strong><strong>School</strong> has seen. Theteam lost four games byone goal, and two werein overtime. The players improved from years past againstopponents Kimball Union Academy and Holderness<strong>School</strong> and participated in their first-ever match againstPhillips Exeter Academy. <strong>Tilton</strong> was fortunate to see threegames on turf this season.New Hampshire Prep <strong>School</strong>All State Boys’ Soccer HonorsFIRST TEAM:Kris Brassard ’09 (Defender)SECOND TEAM:Rico Santamaria ’09 (Forward)John Bejakian ’09 (Midfield)HONORABLE MENTION:Matt Wrenn ’09 (Goalkeeper)COACH OF THE YEAR:Scott RugglesNEW ENGLAND PREP SCHOOL SOCCERASSOCIATION ALL-STAR TEAM:Kris Brassard ’09 (Back)Rico Santamaria ’09 (Forward)Matt Wrenn ’09 (Keeper)BOSTON GLOBE ALL-SCHOLASTIC BOYS SOCCER TEAM(first time that two players were chosen from aClass-C team):Rico Santamaria ’09 (Forward)Matt Wrenn ’09 (Keeper)Spring 2009 | 29
The Rams were pleased to have a few JV games ontheir schedule this year. Their JV record was 3-0-1. Itwas a great opportunity for the team to see playing timeand to practice their skills in a game situation. They lookforward to fielding two teams next season, both a JV andVarsity squad. Strong seniors and juniors are returning tohelp them see tournament play for the first time inseveral years.Captain Chelsea Emery ’10 received the Coaches’Award, and first-time player Renee Tessier ’12 received theMost Improved Player award. Sophomore goalie SyntiaTine had a great season in net, recording 12-13 saves in ahandful of games.CROSS COUNTRYThe Cross Countryteam enjoyed a terrificfall season. The teamfielded its largest roster inseveral years, and theeffect was tremendous.The runners enjoyed agreat deal of individualand team development,buoyed by the camaraderie and spirit that comes fromteamwork. Enduring stifling heat in the beginning of theyear, cold sleet and snow by the end, and tough, hilly racecourses throughout, each member of the team tested personalboundaries and expanded the limits of their abilities. Theseason was capped off with the girls’ side earning a crucialpoint in the Powder Keg competition against NewHampton <strong>School</strong>; Anna Timblo ’09 led the way with theindividual victory in that race. Sheng Fa Lin ’09 and NatePhilbrick ’12 shared recognition as the Most ConsistentRunners, and Yariana Clas ’10 earned the Coaches’Award. Graduating only a handful of seniors, coachesBrian Cook and Aliza Lapierre are excited about theprospects for next season.VARSITY FOOTBALLThe Varsity Football team had a very successful season,finishing with a 7-2 record. There were many returningplayers from last year’schampionship team, andthey played wellthroughout the year.There were many highlightsalong the way,including a solid winover rival Holderness<strong>School</strong>. For the lastregular season game of the year, the Rams defeated NewHampton <strong>School</strong> 48-14 to help win the traditionalPowder Keg for <strong>Tilton</strong>. For the second year in a row,<strong>Tilton</strong> was invited to the NEPSAC playoffs; this time,they played a talented Cheshire Academy team, and theRams fell by a score of 14-7. The team played very well,including a couple of excellent goal line stands by thedefense. At the end of the game, the offense almost gotthe tying touchdown but came up a little short. Theplayers played with great intensity and sportsmanship allgame long, in the exact way that they had played all year.Josh Chronopoulos ’09, Eddie Dobrowolski ’09, CoryDudman ’09 and Jermetrius Troy ’09 were excellentcaptains. Chronopoulos and Troy shared the team’s MostValuable Player award. Chris Bolte ’09 received theCoaches’ Award, while Eric Hollingsworth ’09 receivedthe Most Improved Player award. Dobrowolski, Dudmanand Hollingsworth also received recognition for playingfootball at <strong>Tilton</strong> for four years. Kirby Livingston ’10and Alex Kershaw ’10 were named captains for next year.Other seniors who contributed to this great season wereSimon Abrahms, Cal Brown, Walker Calkins, CharlieCullen, Matt Gaither, Charlie Goldstein, NosaIgbinedion, Jordan Judd, CJ Lopes, and PT Maxwell.JV FOOTBALLDespite not winning a game this fall, the JVFootball team experienced a great deal of success.Every player improved dramatically as the seasonprogressed, and <strong>Tilton</strong> continued its tradition of havingtough, hard-nosed football players who also exemplifyexcellent sportsmanship in every game. The teamshould be commended for their hard work throughout30 | Spring 2009
Tech @ <strong>Tilton</strong>the season. WalkerCalkins ’09 receivedthe Most ValuablePlayer award, JordanJudd ’09 received theMost Improved Playeraward, and Adam Smith’10 received theCoaches’ Award.MOUNTAIN BIKINGThe Mountain Bikingteam enjoyed a great firstyear of riding and competition.The team startedthe season learning thebasics of riding and bikehandling, as well asgetting in shape for theupcoming races in theLakes Region league. The team traveled throughout NewHampshire and even to Maine and Vermont in a long, funseason of racing against schools like Proctor Academy,Kimball Union Academy, Vermont Academy, NewHampton <strong>School</strong>, Fryeburg Academy and Kennett High<strong>School</strong>. The team placed third in its first race, which washeld in North Conway. This turned out to be the bestfinish of the year for the Rams, as Captains Pat Souza ’10and Alex Jenkins ’09 moved from the C-Class up to thethree-lap B-Class. The team stayed positive and had a lot offun through muddy races at New Hampton and KimballUnion, as well as hilly races at Fryeburg and Vermont. Thecold set in for the Proctor and New Hampton races, but theteam continued to ride strong and have fun doing it.Jenkins received the Most Valuable Player award for hisconsistently strong performances in races and his leadershipthroughout the year. Jenn Persio ’09 received the MostImproved Rider award, as she started riding this year andwon her fair share of races.The Mountain Biking team had a great year with lotsof memorable moments, and the group looks forward tonext year.ePortfolios: Collect, Selectand ReflectBy Paula Currie, Technology Specialist andGaile Loomis, Director of TechnologyAn ePortfolio is a life-long collection of digital evidence that:n Demonstrates growth, attitudes, efforts, skills and competenciesn Encourages expression, reflection and exchange of ideas and feedbackn Aligns standards with curriculum and artifacts of student learningePortfolios engage students in their current learning process as wellas provide an important tool that can be built upon and used aftergraduation and well into professional development.An ePortfolio implementation will:n Involve students in their own learning (self-evaluate, reflect, strategize)n Encourage students to have a better understanding of themselvesand focus on their strengths, needs, objectives and interestsn Promote interactive processes among students, teachers and parentsn Teach students to make choices and decisionsn Demonstrate student progress by performance trackingn Assess competencies that prove to be aligned with curriculumstandards and the National Educational Technology Standardsand Performance Indicators.The process is simple: collect, select and reflect.Many <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> faculty members require students to post work viaGoogle Apps and comment via blogging sites such as Blogger.com. Theseare excellent examples of using Web 2.0 tools. An ePortfolio solutionmade from Web 2.0 tools is a historical personal representation ofassignments and collections.<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> is currently researching available ePortfolio solutions suchas Richer Picture, Sakai and Kuder and Whipple Hill add-on modules forour current Web site (www.tiltonschool.org). Most ePortfolio solutionsprovide an easy-access, password-protected storage area in whichstudents can control what is added to their ePortfolio and who can viewits contents. However, the continuing use of multiple Web 2.0 tools suchas Google and Blogger.com is also an ePortfolio consideration.If you are interested in knowing more or have questions aboutanything written in this column, please contact Paula Currie atpcurrie@tiltonschool.org.Next column: “Web 2.0 Solutions: Choosing a good fit to producesound academic results”Spring 2009 | 31
class notes3475TH REUNION!If you can make it, it would be great to haverepresentatives from the class of 1934 atAlumni Weekend, June 5-7, 2009. Hope tosee you here!3970TH REUNION!Reunion Agents: Dr. David Doane &Helen HollisterEvery fall, David Doane and his wife Marjorietravel from their home in Tennessee to the<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> campus in order to take in thewonders of the changing colors of fall and tosee the new student faces. This past year,David also brought along a friend, and heenjoyed eating lunch with students andwatching the Girls’ Varsity Field Hockey game.42<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s Community Service teamhosted Ellis Howard and a number of otherNew Hampshire Veterans Home residentsat a Boys’ Varsity Basketball game onFebruary 4 against Phillips AndoverAcademy. Howard, a former player, shookhands with each member of the team andposed for a team photo just before the game.Howard and his friends cheered the team onto a victory—thanks Ellis! Dutch Hollandcalled the Alumni Office in order to extend agreeting to all. At the age of 87, Holland isvery proud of still being able to drive.Ellis Howard ’42 with the Boys’ VarsityBasketball Team.4465TH REUNION!Calls are out for reunion representatives—this June the class of 1944 celebrates a milestone65th Reunion. Mark your calendarsand join us June 5-7 on campus.4960TH REUNION!Reunion Agents: Joe Freeman, VinceGiarrusso & Stu SobelMarjorie and Joe Freeman visited thecampus with long-time friend and fellow<strong>Tilton</strong> alumnus Alan Creem ’51 and his wifeAnita. The group toured through the newbuildings and had the opportunity to see howdifferently lunch is served in the dining halltoday compared to the late ’40s and early’50s. Stu Sobel still likes to spend time on hisboat and vacation in the Bahamas. VinceGiarrusso can’t keep himself from workingand just moved his business closer to LoganAirport. Bill Brooks continues to split his timebetween West Falmouth, MA, in the summerand Vero Beach, FL, in the winter. He hopes tomake it back to campus, but it is also his 57thwedding anniversary. Last August, JohnLowry cruised Portsmouth Harbor (NH) onthe Heritage along with a number of otherlocal <strong>Tilton</strong> alumni and parents. Fred Fischelwas a true sport and attended the <strong>Tilton</strong>Basketball Nation event on campus this pastDecember. He even participated in theshooting contest!Fred Fischel ’49 gives it his best shot during theshooting competition at the Basketball Nationevent this past December.5455TH REUNION!Calls are out for class representatives tocontact classmates to travel back to <strong>Tilton</strong>. Itwasn’t that long ago that you were celebratingyour 50th—come and share your excitementwith the class of 1959! Charlie Greene andRaquel Nova ’97 met at <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s32 | Spring 2009
58Arthur Gaetjens attended the <strong>Tilton</strong> footballgame vs. The Pingree <strong>School</strong>. The game washeld under the lights in Reading, MA. Gaetjenscheered on the players with fellow alumnusand former football player Dave Gerome ’86.<strong>Tilton</strong> won the game! George Calef looksforward to continuing to attend antique carshows and showcase some of his collection.Charlie Greene ’54 and Raquel Nova ’97 meetat December’s Basketball Nation event.Basketball Nation event this past fall. Bothplayed basketball at <strong>Tilton</strong> and both went onto study at Clark University.55Naomi and Gil Bass joined the <strong>Tilton</strong> gatheringat Maggiano’s in Boston after a performanceof Dirty Dancing.Naomi and Gil Bass ’55 at Maggiano’s in Boston.Arthur Gaetjens ’58 and Dave Gerome ’86 cheeron the Rams football team from the sidelines.5950TH REUNION!Reunion Agents: Dan Sullivan, BruceQuinn, Dick Newton & Jim GurnhamThe Class of 1959’s 50th Reunion planning iswell underway. Dan Sullivan, Bruce Quinn,Dick Newton and others have been busyconnecting with classmates in anticipation ofwhat is planned to be a fun and excitingweekend June 5-7. Sullivan is doing very wellin Clarksville, MD, and is still working for theDavid Reiley ’61 at his home on Cape Cod, MA.FBI in a special assignment capacity. Quinnis enjoying beautiful Florida weather in thewinter at The Villages, FL. Newton returnedto campus for a visit in early January andexpressed “that was the best time I’ve had inover 10 years.” Newton is still active in theboat dealership industry as well. We lookforward to having the class of 1959 back fortheir 50th reunion!62Thanks go out to Bruce Cheney. Cheney’sniece is a 10th-grader at <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>, and hevolunteered all day on a Saturday in Februarywhen <strong>Tilton</strong> hosted 14 teams for the NewEngland Invitational Wrestling Tournament.6445TH REUNION!Reunion Agent: John MortonCalling all class of 1964ers: Mark yourcalendars and come join your classmates atSpring 2009 | 33
Finley and Gharagozlou had not seen oneanother since graduation and had awonderful time reconnecting!Tom Burgess ’83 on the seas with his family:Monique, Cammi and Cole.This is our (Tom, Monique, Cammi, age 11,and Cole, age 9) second trip. Eight years ago,we sold our advertising company and leftterra firma on our monohull, Uliad, for afamily cruise. As soon as we returned to land,we started planning our second cruise. Thistime the kids are active crew members,home-schooling is added and our voyage ison a catamaran. I am the CEO/Founder fora high-tech advertising firm, which just soldto a large U.S. media company, giving usthe ability to set sail. Monique was also inhigh-tech, but now does remote officemanagement for her brother’s financialmanagement firm and is a full-time mom.Cameron loves classical ballet, piano and allthings ‘dance.’ Cole enjoys karate, soccer andmusic. After working many years as aDirector with Houghton Mifflin CustomPublishing, Dan Luciano’s division got soldto Cengage. He has moved on and startedhis own publishing and content consultingcompany and thus is the President andEditor-In-Chief of YOLO Interactive, LLC.While traveling in France, Rick Finley andwife Dee Dee were treated to a tour of Parisby his former suite mate, Abou Gharagozlou.Rick Finley ’83 and Abou Gharagozlou ’83 –former suite mates in Pfeiffer Hall – meet againafter 26 years!8425TH REUNION!Reunion Agent: Christina BrineThe 25th Reunion for the class of 1984 iscoming quickly. Be on the lookout for moreinformation or contact Tom Trafton at603-286-1742 or ttrafton@tiltonschool.org.Congratulations go out to Chris Graham.At this year’s Alumni Weekend, Graham willbe one of two inductees into the AthleticHall of Fame.85Doug Goodner writes, “Hey ‘85ers and other<strong>Tilton</strong> alumni! After a year of juggling life, joband my interests, I am pleased to announce theFlea Circus debut album, “Taming a Shrew.” IfRob Morris ’85 and son Zachary visit with AthleticDirector Ken Hollingsworth during an ExeterAcademy and <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> basketball game.you are interested in hearing any of it, pleasecheck us out at www.myspace.com/fleacircususaor http://fleacircusband.com/. Rob Morris(Athletic Director and teacher at Phillips ExeterAcademy) and son Zachary visited with AthleticDirector Ken Hollingsworth during the PhillipsExeter vs. <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> basketball game.Maria Chapdelaine Lester ’87 and John Thudium’86 meet at the Rooftop Garden on Fifth Avenuefor a <strong>Tilton</strong> alumni event.36 | Spring 2009
87Maria Chapdelaine Lester attended the<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> alumni gathering in Septemberand caught up with John Thudium ’86 at theRooftop Garden on Fifth Avenue.8920TH REUNION!Reunion Agents: Noelle Smith, GentreBradford, Elliott Lucil, Rob Patten, SarahSwan Rhinesmith & Rose DeRicoClass representatives have been busycontacting classmates to ensure a greatturnout in celebration of the 20th Reunion.Mark your calendars and plan to travel backto <strong>Tilton</strong> June 5-7! Last November, KathleenRuffle completed her second Ironmancompetition in Tempe, AZ.92Matt Ruffle writes, “Hi, everybody! I justwanted to send out a quick e-mail to let youknow that Michelle and I welcomed our littleboy to the world on October 23 at 6:56 a.m.here in Surabaya. Mom and baby are bothdoing fine. His name is Kai Carter Cannonand he weighed in at 3.83 kilos and 51 cmlong. I don’t know the conversion, but he’sabout the same size as Mina when she wasborn. She is doing great with everything andloves to give kisses to Kai when she holdshim. I will send pictures as soon as Ican. Hope all is well with everyone!” TomKeane and Alix Marcoux met up with DebraShafran ’93 at the Boston Renaissance Hotelfor an alumni gathering.93Laura and Ben Howe announce the birth oftheir daughter Ashley Elizabeth, bornDecember 27, 2007, in Manchester, NH.Ben Howe ’93 with wife Laura and daughterAshley Elizabeth.9415TH REUNION!Chapel Love is looking forward to reconnectingand contacting classmates for the15th Reunion for the class of 1994. Comeback and congratulate classmate KelseySchmid-Sommer who is one of two inducteesfor the Athletic Hall of Fame. Joy and RyanSouthworth are ecstatic over the birth of(continued on p. 41)Jessica Whitticom-Dade ’92, her husbandJeff and their daughter Katharine attendedWinter Carnival in Quebec City. They areshown with Bonhomme.Deb Shafran ’93, Associate Director of Alumni & Development Sandy Hollingsworth, Tom Keane ’02and Alix Marcoux ’92 catch up with one another at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel.Spring 2009 | 37
Alumni GatheringsCheck out the photos from the following parent/alumni events!For information or ideas for future events, please contact TomTrafton at 603-286-1742 or ttrafton@tiltonschool.org.Boston, MA<strong>Tilton</strong> alumni and friends reconnected at the Renaissance BostonWaterfront Hotel in October 2008 at an event hosted by PeterQuackenbos ’87.s Anita Creem and Marjorie Freeman were a great audience as theirhusbands and long-time friends Alan Creem ’51 and Joe Freeman ’49 toldHead of <strong>School</strong> Jim Clements a few old stories from days on the hill.s Annual Fund Director Kristie Gonzalez meets former faculty member PaulTherrian and alumni Andy Hruby ’91, Ted Bridgman ’72 and event host PeterQuackenbos ’87.Josh Poupore ’98 and wife Trish with Poupore’s classmate AndyMcDonnell ’98 and Annual Fund Director Kristie Gonzalez.ssLuis Daley ’00, John Battenfeld ’95 and Sarah Barrett ’96.New York CityOn September 24, 2008, alumni and friends gathered at RooftopGarden on Fifth Avenue at an event hosted by Sarah Bird ’87, GingerLove Garcia ’88 and Alex Goren ’57.s The <strong>Tilton</strong> spirit was present in New York City!Maria Chapdelaine Lester ’87 with Sarah Bird ’87 and Head of <strong>School</strong>Jim Clements.s38 | Spring 2009
Basketball Nation: Bridgeport, CTOn November 18, 2008, 30-plus alumni and guests were treated to afantastic game between Fairfield University and Sacred HeartUniversity in a hospitality suite at the Arena at Harbor Yard. Fairfield’steam includes Jonathan Han ’05 and Jamal Turner ’08, while SacredHeart’s team includes Liam Potter ‘05 and Mehmet Sahan ‘07. Fairfieldcame out on top this time, but it was great fun for all involved. All fourplayers signed the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Basketball Nation banner!Basketball Nation: <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>On December 6, 2008, <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> hosted a basketball reunion formore than 55 alumni, former coaches and guests along with a packedhouse of students and friends. The Girls’ Varsity team beat ProctorAcademy, and the Boys’ Varsity team beat St. Mark’s <strong>School</strong>. Betweengames, several alumni took part in the shooting contest as well!s Event host Erik Mallon ’85 and Matt Lecher ’86 enjoy the view fromthe suite.s Lauren Weaver ’96, Raquel Nova ’97 and Julie Foley ’98 are formerplayers of <strong>Tilton</strong> Championship teams.(far left photo) Winners of the shooting contest, Michelle Havey ’06 andPaul Lafond ’68, pose with Athletic Director Ken Hollingsworth.Girls’ Varsity Assistant Coach Eric O’Neil ’97 (a former <strong>Tilton</strong> player!) ishappy to see classmate and former player Julie Foley ’98. Jim Jones (on right)was an assistant coach for Foley’s team and continues to coach at <strong>Tilton</strong> today.Attendees from the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Basketball Nation event gather in the MARC.sssSpring 2009 | 39
Alumni Gatherings Continued...Washington, DCOn November 6, 2008, <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> alumni gathered at BuffaloBilliards in Washington, DC, at an event hosted by Ron Shapiro ’63,David Marx ’61, and Joe and Andrea Ban Tecce ’88.s Alumni reconnected at Buffalo Billiards in Washington, DC.Co-host Ron Shapiro ’63 with Roger Lowe ’60.sBoston, MAOn February 16, 2009, the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Parents’ Association hosted alarge group of <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> parents, students, alumni, faculty andfriends at the performance of “Dirty Dancing” at the Boston OperaHouse. Later, the group gathered for conversation and refreshments atMaggiano’s Restaurant.Parents’ Association President Sharon Spanos with husband Peter,daughter Sofia ’08 and friend Rusty Mason ’08.sAbout 90 alumni, faculty, parents, past parents, trustees and studentsenjoyed a fun reception following the musical.s40 | Spring 2009
Grace Michelle Southworth, daughter of Joyand Ryan Southworth ’94.their daughter, Grace Michelle Southworth.Grace was born on October 9 at 8:22 p.m.Grace enjoys traveling in cars and did so inorder to watch the Rams play New Hampton,where collectively all the <strong>Tilton</strong> teams wonthe Powder Keg trophy. Chisholm Hofemarried Sarah Dangelas on July 21, 2006, inRockland, ME. Their daughter, Annaserra(Annie) Rose, was born on August 22, 2008,and they reside in a country farm house inContoocook, NH.98Alexander Alves married Rebecca AnnBlossom of Mississippi on October 18, 2008.Alex is currently a businessman and owner ofShirt Bakery, LLC in Watertown, CT.9910TH REUNION!Reunion Agents: Sarah Brown Hunt &Abby Howe WaterstreetBe on the lookout for more information aboutAmanda Wood-Friend ’99 was married on June 29, 2007. She (second from the left) is surrounded by herattendants and friends Sara Brown Hunt ’99, Katie Jones ’01 and Abby Howe Waterstreet ’99.the 10th Reunion or contact Kristie Gonzalez at603-286-1746 or kgonzalez@tiltonschool.org.Lyla Anne Waterstreet was born on May 30,2008, in Evanston, IL, to parents Jack andAbby Howe Watersteet. Amanda Wood-Friend married Fred Mansfield Jr. inDanvers, MA, on June 29, 2007. They arebusy renovating their house in Portsmouth,NH. Amanda works as a Family NursePractitioner in Newmarket, and Fred worksfor Liberty Mutual in IT.Lyla Anne Waterstreet, daughter of Jack and Abby Howe Waterstreet ’99, was baptized onSeptember 14, 2008, at the Church of Assumption in <strong>Tilton</strong>, NH. Pictured with Lyla are her parents,Father Giroux, and godparents Megan Waterstreet and Josh Howe ’03.Spring 2009 | 41
Michelle Havey ’06, Katie Mason ’05 andNicole Havey ’03 at the Basketball Nationreunion event.00Ian McNair and wife Shauna are expectingtheir first child in May 2009. They are loyaland frequent supporters of <strong>Tilton</strong>’s teams.01David Perinchief was due to be promoted toStaff Sergeant in December or January, puttinghim in charge of 30 men. Noah Katz is playingice hockey in Germany! He is a dual-citizen nowand is taking full advantage of the experience.He is learning to speak the language, andwhen he’s not on the ice is sight-seeing close tohis town. He stays in touch with Ryan Melia.Melia and his father, Bob, cheered on the footballteam during their play-off game againstCheshire Academy. John Wallin and ColbyColarossi ’03 became engaged on Valentine’sDay/Colby’s birthday. It was undeniably love atfirst sight when John was briskly walkingthrough Knowles Lobby, spotted Colby sittingon the coffee table, backed up and introducedJohn Wallin '01 and Colby Colarossi '03 are planninga spring 2010 wedding.himself. He said, “I was always looking for aredheaded Italian.” A spring 2010 wedding isplanned.03Monique Gagner writes, “Hi, everyone! So alot has changed in the last couple months ofmy life! I have returned full time to college atSUNY Potsdam in Potsdam, NY, and amplaying Div. III hockey (yay!) again! I haven’tplayed competitively since <strong>Tilton</strong>! It’s soexciting to have the opportunity to playagain, and it’s quite a challenge keeping upwith the 17- and 18-year-olds. My coach callsme Grandma (ha!ha!) because I am by farthe eldest on the team and probably in theleague! I am also working full time for anEngineering/Quality Control firm near whereI go to school. So when I am done with schoolI should have a Physics (Mr. Honer, youinspired me to choose Physics!) degree and aCivil Engineering degree and will continue atthe same workplace. My life is pretty crazybusy, but I must admit that I absolutely loveit. I see that many things have changed at<strong>Tilton</strong> as well...how exciting. Hopefully I willget down that way soon! And hopefully all iswell with everyone else! Keep in touch! xxoo.Thom Coupe attends UNH and is a seniormajoring in Kinesiology/Exercise Science. Thomstill cycles competitively. One race was AT&TAustin Criterion, a national race calendar(NRC) event and part of the USA pro-critseries. NRC race points determine the rankingsystem for U.S. pros and U.S. pro teams. Inthat race, Coupe finished just in front ofFreddie Rodriguez, a pro who participatedin the Tour de France. Check out moreinformation at www.metlifecyclingteam.com/2008/06/att-austin-criterium/. Nicole Havey,Katie Mason ’05 and Michelle Havey ’06were back on campus and had fun at the <strong>Tilton</strong><strong>School</strong> Basketball Nation event in December.Magda Jaloszynska Jennings ’04 holds hernewborn son Seweryn Walenty Jennings.045TH REUNION!Reunion Agent: Chris FrielChris Friel is gathering classmates and theirinformation for the 5th Reunion for the class of2004. Be on the lookout for more information42 | Spring 2009
or contact Kristie Gonzalez at 603-286-1746or kgonzalez@tiltonschool.org. MagdalenaJaloszynska Jennings announces the birth ofher second son, Seweryn Walenty Jennings(Sevi for short) born on December 19 at 3:34p.m., weighing 8 lbs 9 oz. He is 21 1 ⁄4 incheslong. Sevi joins brother Niko!05Alfred Aboya earned a Bachelor of Arts degreein Political Science with a specialization inInternational Relations after just three years atUCLA, but he has not left. At the start of thisschool year, he enrolled in a Master’s programat the UCLA <strong>School</strong> of Public Policy and SocialResearch, and he continues to be a leader on thebasketball court for UCLA’s Men’s Basketball.On February 9, 2009, Aboya was named theU.S. Bank Pac-10 Men’s Basketball Player of theWeek. While still on holiday break fromschool, Ashton Lajeskie and Rachel Harbourcame to campus for a basketball game. Lajeskiegraduates from UNH this spring, and Harbour islooking to enroll in a nursing program.Emily Warmington ’06 and Adam Warmington’08 stopped by the Alumni Office to give theirsupport to <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>’s Annual Fund.06Scott Hollingsworth returned to campus onseveral occasions to help coach the <strong>Tilton</strong>Rams football team. He was especially happyto be on the sidelines during <strong>Tilton</strong>’s victoryover New Hampton, a day when the twoschools battled for the Powder Keg title.Danielle Deschene and Kimmy Coleman ’07attended the Sacred Heart vs. FairfieldUniversity basketball game in November.Mike Flemming ’07 shakes hands with acampaigning Joe Biden, now Vice President ofthe United States.07Mike Flemming met and shook hands withJoe Biden during a vice presidentialcampaign stop. Former lady Rams basketballplayers Sarah Gaydos, Chelsey Gaudet,Amanda Kennedy, Susie Nirchel and KatieRobinson came to campus in December forthe <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong> Basketball Nation event.Kimmy Coleman made the trip as well, hersecond <strong>Tilton</strong> basketball event of the fall.Danielle Deschene ’06 with Kimmy Coleman ’07at the Sacred Heart vs. Fairfield Universitybasketball game.Amanda Kennedy, Katie Robinson and Chelsey Gaudet, all from the Class of 2007, at the <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>Basketball Nation event.Spring 2009 | 43
Come back tothe Hill!08AJ Blum ’09 and Derrick Melan ’09 hungout with former football players EvanCavanaugh (Boston University) and DrewHurtt (Central Connecticut College) at <strong>Tilton</strong><strong>School</strong>’s football championship game.December’s holiday athletic tournamentsbrought many familiar faces back to campus.Molly Blaine is playing hockey at PlymouthState University. Tana Polaski plays rugby atStonehill College. Despite an injury that haskept him off the basketball court, DaveAquilino enjoys attending Brandeis University.Aquilino attended the <strong>Tilton</strong> holiday basketballtournament and signed the BasketballNation banner. Nick Sawicki, who washome from UNH, also attended the holidaytournament. Thanks to Nick and EvanCavanaugh who volunteered for a full day ofwork on a Saturday in February when <strong>Tilton</strong>hosted 14 teams for the New EnglandInvitational Wrestling Tournament. AdamWarmington thoroughly enjoys life atNortheastern University and stopped by theAlumni Office with his sister Emily ’06(Colby College).Alumni WeekendJune 5-7, 2009Alumni from any <strong>Tilton</strong> class are welcome to attend.A detailed reunion schedule is available on the <strong>Tilton</strong><strong>School</strong> Web site (click on “My <strong>Tilton</strong>”).For more information, contact the Alumni Office at603.286.1740 or jjgrotnes@tiltonschool.org.AJ Blum ’09 and Derrick Melan ’09 with footballalumni players Evan Cavanaugh ’08 and DrewHurtt ’08.44 | Spring 2009
alumni authorsRuss Madison ’47The Man Who Watched Trash“A youngenvironmentalistnavigates a1,000,000-toniceberg into NewYork Harbor asan act of internationalawareness of thedepleting ozonelayer. Atlanticstorms, the CIAand Russian subscannot deterhim and hislover from theirheroic odyssey. Ray Mitch and Sandy Mendelbaumbecome environmental cause celebs.”Russ Madison ’47Chapter 11“A wild satireon Americanbusiness andbankruptcy,Chapter 11 centerson the capriciousbusiness practicesof two young,creative entrepreneurson theirhouse-boat-officeanchored in LongIsland Sound.Their unusualcreative “crew”consists of acomputer that can generate food, a mutating creaturefondly called “Quality Rat”, and two Siamese TwinWomen art directors joined at the hip. To bolster sales intheir failing ad agency, they conceive a floating restaurant,a brothel for their clients, and host fundraising partiesaboard the houseboat, underwritten by their Fortune 500clients. During one of these riotous parties, a vicioussummer storm literally ‘sinks’ their business, drowningscores of corporate party-goers.”Madison wrote to <strong>Tilton</strong> and said, “Thought myclassmates (’47) might enjoy this.”Richard M. Wainwright ’55Closer Than We I<strong>mag</strong>ine[Forward by Ken Brynildsen]“Closer ThanWe I<strong>mag</strong>ine is abook Richardnever expected towrite, neverwanted to write,but one he finallycame to believehe must write.Richard’s childhoodand earlyadult years werefull of life’slessons: some sad,some happy butall leading toemotional growth. As a young adult he was fortunate tomeet a woman who became his partner and whose love,encouragement and support created a joyous team. A teamwhich tried to do their bit in helping others on theirjourney as well as joining all who strive to make our worlda better place.”Richard and D’Ann’s life together was blessed. They hada stable marriage with many family and friends deeplyinterwoven into their thirty-three years of married life.Spring 2009 | 45
They were looking forward to slowing down after Richard’seighth book, which was to be published in 1996. Theyplanned to spend more time in Florida and do many thingsthey had mentally saved for retirement. On August 1, 1995,D’Ann was diagnosed with uterine cancer. She died a littleover four months later on December 18 th .After the passing of his beloved wife, Richard’s four-yearspiritual journey, including some amazing and wonderfulexperiences, changed him from a skeptical, despairingagnostic to a firm believer in the hereafter. In this specialbook he simply offers to share these experiences with thereader, hoping his words may bring some comfort andhope to those who have been physically separated fromloved ones. The events, which have unfolded since D’Ann’spassing, according to Richard, have provided more thansufficient evidence that our spiritual life is never ending.We will see our loved ones again. You will not forgetRichard’s story.”In a letter to <strong>Tilton</strong>, Wainwright said, “Although it hasbeen many years since I have returned to <strong>Tilton</strong>, <strong>Tilton</strong>played a significant role in my life as described in mybook, Closer Than We I<strong>mag</strong>ine. Good wishes to all in the<strong>Tilton</strong> Family.”Richard M. Wainwright ’55Royal Koi & Kindred Spirits“WhenTamiko Takedaleaves her homein Japan with herfamily for theUnited States,she is concernedabout adjustingto her new highschool, a newlanguage and anew culture.She’s alsoworried abouther beloved Koi, which are making the trip too. Wouldthey survive their journey? Would they adapt to theirnew home?What Tamiko can’t anticipate is the important role sheand her fellow students will play in bringing a communitytogether to improve the quality of life for all the town’scitizens – even future generations. As Tamiko makesfriends in her new school, she discovers thedevastating effect cancer is playing in the lives of someof her fellow students and their families. In order tohelp, she and her friends devise a plan that involves andtransforms the entire community. Tamiko’s personalsacrifice exemplifies how one person’s love can make ahuge difference.”Dr. Tom GarrottBenjamin Jr. ’60Mama’s Boy“In Mama’sBoy, Tom GarrottBenjamin Jr.takes the readerfrom those firstconfusing days ofhis train ride toCleveland intothe tender,sensitive heart ofa little boy whogrew up tobecome arespected man ofGod. All whoread Mama’s Boywill see it as a triumph of the human spirit that came aboutbecause of the love, prayers and nurturing of a single-parentblack woman who saw the best in a little boy, and who gaveher life to help make his every dream come true.This is a love story as tender as any love story could be.It is true. It is factual. It is painful. It is passionate. It ispromising. It is powerful. If you have ever suffered theterrible blow of rejection from another human being,Mama’s Boy will encourage you, strengthen you, and giveyou hope. Because where there was once emotional despairand physical darkness, the amazing grace and love of God,46 | Spring 2009
lived out in a saintly grandmother, won the day – turningrejection into rejoicing, and mourning into morning.”Dr. Tom GarrottBenjamin Jr. ’60It’s All In Your Mind:A Christian Perspective on Rightand Wrong Thinking“Dr. ThomasGarrott BenjaminJr., a minister for39 years at thesame church, andone of America’smost prominentpastors, asserts inthis book that thecore of theworld’s problemsand possibilitiescome from onesource: the mind.The author’s goalis to bring clarityto the growing discussions over what constitutes right andwrong thinking. He begins his essays with the Christianbelief that mankind was created in the I<strong>mag</strong>o Dei or theI<strong>mag</strong>e of God. This means that the human mind mustreflect the i<strong>mag</strong>e of the divine mind. It is at this point thatwe either win or lose the battle of the mind.“It’s All In Your Mind: A Christian Perspective on Rightand Wrong Thinking is one of a kind. There is no otherbook that explores the human mind – the center ofmankind’s emotions, will and intellect – in the way thatthis book does. What we think is the key to whether or notpeople succeed or fail in life. Benjamin believes that theway to improve individuals, communities and, hence, theworld around them, is that people must retain their mindsto think with the mind of Christ. They must i<strong>mag</strong>ineconquest not captivity. They have to conceive liberationnot incarceration. Right thinking in a world torn byracism, violence and greed will increase the love anddecrease the hate. In a world full of incognito invaders andhidden persuaders who manufacture misery, it is moreimportant than ever that we think about what we arethinking about. It is high time somebody wrote whateveryone knows is true.”Alfie Collins Kerr ’91Duck Strut“Duck is a bitof a show-off buthe trips himselfup. The woodlandanimals, wholike to watchhim strut about,enjoy a laughwhen his strutgoes awry. Thereis one, however,who is very impressed with his ‘duck stuff.’This engaging story, told in semi-rhyme, will bringa smile to the face of every reader or listener. Thewatercolor and ink illustrations, which closely followthe story, will assist beginning readers and youngerlisteners to follow the action.”IF YOU HAVE WRITTEN A BOOK RECENTLY, SEND A COPY TO US, AND WE’ LL WRITEABOUT IT IN THE TILTON SCHOOL MAGAZINE, AS WELL AS SHARE IT WITH THETILTON SCHOOL LIBRARY, SO FACULTY AND STUDENTS CAN ACCESS YOUR WORK.Send book submissions to:<strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>, Attn: Communications Office, 30 <strong>School</strong> Street, <strong>Tilton</strong>, NH 03276Spring 2009 | 47
in memoriamAlumni/aeEdmund C. Sheahan ’36 06/28/2008Sheldon G. Merker ’41UnknownEmery B. MacFarlane ’43 08/05/2008Keith H. Nutter ’46 10/19/2008Leo R. Bacon ’48 07/2008Francis J. Wall ’48UnknownDonald C. Allen ’49 11/2006John Borthwick ’49 08/10/2006Kenneth D. Warnock ’49 10/20/2007Edgar M. Groome Jr. ’59 04/14/2008Paul M. Leahy ’59 05/09/2008David A. Tucker ’60UnknownFormer TrusteeDonald Borchers (1982-1985 & 1988-1995) 12/2008Paul M. Leahy ’59, 67, of Nashua, died at SouthernNew Hampshire Medical Center on May 9, 2008. Hewas born in Wilmington, DE, on September 17, 1940, ason of the late Earl Leahy and Kathryn (Johnson) LeahyAlexander. He is also predeceased by his stepfather,Donald Alexander. He was a 1959 graduate of <strong>Tilton</strong><strong>School</strong> and received a Bachelor’s degree in BusinessAdministration from Nicholas College in 1963. He wasemployed at Peters Auto Sales from 1979-1992 and atBudget Rental.Edgar M. Groome Jr. ’59, 68, a resident of River Roadin Arundel, Maine, died peacefully Monday, April 14,2008, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarboroughfollowing a lengthy illness. He was born in Boston onOctober 1, 1939, the son of Edgar and Mary (Lyons)Groome Sr. He grew up in Boston and attended theUniversity of New Hampshire with a focus on speech anddrama. During his years at UNH, he was president ofLambda Chi Alpha fraternity and the intra-fraternitycouncil. Edgar was also the station manager of the UNHcampus radio station. Following college, he began asuccession of broadcast positions, including a disc jockeyposition at WHEB in Portsmouth, NH, WTSN in Dover,NH, and news director at WCSH Channel 6 in Portland,where he also served as the occasional weekend newsanchor. These stints were followed by his work as directorof radio and TV in Hartford, CT, and the WPOP newsdirector. In 1966, he began a 40-year career at NewEngland Telephone, retiring in 2006. In December 1968,Edgar married Martha Joan Priest, and they celebratednearly 40 years together. In Arundel, he chaired thebudget board for nine years. Prior to moving to Arundel,he was a member of the Kennebunkport Fire Department.He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Martha JoanGroome of Arundel, and many close friends.48 | Spring 2009
For your information...Pension Protection ActThe Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (the “bailout”) contains important provisions relatingto charitable giving. The law extends the IRA Rollover that expired last December to continue throughDecember 2009. The law provides that each owner age 70½ and older of a Traditional or Roth IRAmay instruct the trustee to distribute directly to a public charity up to $100,000 without the distributionbeing included in taxable income, and that distribution will count toward the IRA owner’s mandatorywithdrawal amount. Now is the time to consider taking advantage of this opportunity in supportingour beloved <strong>Tilton</strong> <strong>School</strong>!To qualify:• Individuals aged 70½ and older may transfer up to $100,000 per year directly from an IRA to <strong>Tilton</strong>.You must direct your IRA manager to transfer funds directly to <strong>Tilton</strong>.• No charitable deduction may be taken by the owner but the distribution will qualify for all or part of anIRA owner’s required minimum distribution.• Charitable distributions may be made in addition to any other charitable giving you may have plannedfor <strong>Tilton</strong>.• Because the distribution generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, even non-itemizerscan benefit.Donors who make charitable gifts directly from their IRAs escape the income tax they would normallyhave to pay on the withdrawal. You will find this opportunity to be particularly beneficial if you arerequired to take unneeded IRA withdrawals or have experienced limitations on tax benefits in the past.As always, we encourage you to seek the advice of your own personal Financial Advisors as well.If you are interested in finding out more about how to give a gift to<strong>Tilton</strong> through your IRA or other estate planning, please contact Tom Trafton,Director of Development, at 603-268-1742 or ttrafton@tiltonschool.org.
T ILTON S CHOOL30 SCHOOL S TREETT ILTON, NH 03276NONPROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGEPAIDMANCHESTER, NHPERMIT NO. 1926What does it cost<strong>Tilton</strong> to have eachstudent meet theirpotential today?$450Cost to design the set forthe fall production$1,700Cost to send one teacherto a three-day HarvardGraduate <strong>School</strong> Symposium$204Cost of one week’sworth of Athletic Roomtraining supplies“We had been looking for an academicprogram for our son, Matt, that wouldnot only teach him the required academicskills, but would fully engage him in amuch broader development process,creating linkages across classes, acrossactivities and across relationships. In short,we were not looking for a school, but rathera community that he could plug into andthrive in all aspects of his academic andpersonal development. <strong>Tilton</strong> really hasbeen a special place for our son and for us.”- ERIC SCHWALM P ’09You have the ability tohelp students like Matt!Go online to our secure Web site atwww.tiltonschool.org and help a <strong>Tilton</strong>student reach their potential today!