{"id":5134,"date":"2023-09-06T19:02:26","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T19:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trinitypawlingthequad.org\/?page_id=5134"},"modified":"2023-09-06T19:03:51","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T19:03:51","slug":"september-2023","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/trinitypawlingthequad.org\/?page_id=5134","title":{"rendered":"September 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\n\t\t
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As we approach the start of classes for the Fall Term, I am excited for another year\u2019s journey of learning and growth at Trinity-Pawling. For educators, summers provide time for restoration, planning, and eagerness. Schools, especially boarding schools, can be haunting places during the summer. Our campuses are built for the noise and vigor that comes from the energy of young people, as well as those who have chosen professions that help them grow and learn on their journey of becoming.<\/p>\n

On a personal note, I marked the end of the last school year with a significant impact on my life; I celebrated the Commencement of the Class of 2023 with my old hip and led the final faculty meeting of the year, ten days later, with a new one. Accordingly, my summer was largely defined by this new transition. On the upside, I was almost immediately pain-free after the surgery. On the downside, my usual active summer pursuits were significantly limited by my recovery, my doctor, and my physical therapist. On the whole, though, the value and the impact of the upside have made the downside seem insignificant in the larger picture.<\/p>\n

One of the unexpected benefits of my surgical recovery has been a deeper awareness of my vulnerability. While coping with the pain of a failing joint over the past two years, this vulnerability was frustrating \u2014 it seemed like a weakness to me. During my recovery, the need for a walker to get out of bed underscored my vulnerability. Walking up stairs slowly in the midst of the hustle and bustle of New York City underscored my vulnerability. Having never had any surgical procedure before (other than some minor oral surgery as a 12-year-old), this type of vulnerability was new to me. Yet, I quickly embraced this vulnerability as a strength, rather than a weakness. Coping with the vulnerability was a part of getting stronger and a necessary part of the self-realization process of being able to return to a more fulfilling life. I’m happy to report a full recovery and I\u2019m feeling better than ever.<\/p>\n

In his book, Better Boys, Better Men<\/em>, which was the faculty reading assignment this summer, Andrew Reiner argues for the need to allow boys and men to feel more confident accessing their full range of human emotions, including finding safe spaces to explore and understand their vulnerabilities in positive ways, without having this exploration be seen or experienced as a challenge to their perceptions of their masculinity. In other words, according to Reiner, boys and men need to discover that vulnerability is not a weakness and this discovery is the gateway to embracing their full range of human emotions and a different understanding of their masculinity.<\/p>\n

The statistics about boys and men in today\u2019s culture are not encouraging. Whether measured by academic achievement in high school, matriculation and graduation from college, employment longevity, and mental health, boys and men are not faring well as compared to girls and women. While there are many reasons for why this gap between boys\/men and girls\/women has been widening for the past forty years, there is no disagreement that it exists.<\/p>\n

Having led a coeducational independent day school and now an all-boys independent boarding school, I have seen boys grapple with their own vulnerability during the challenging and formative years of adolescence. I have also seen that boys at Trinity-Pawling have a longer runway to pursue this exploration than boys in my former coed school, one that was also highly student-centered. There was always a point beyond which a boy dared not travel on this exploration in a coed school because of a fear of how this exploration might be perceived by others, both girls and other boys.<\/p>\n

Our students and their families have chosen Trinity-Pawling School as a place where they will learn and grow on their journey toward becoming independent adults. Not insignificantly, they have decided that this journey will take place, in part, in an all-boys school. They have chosen a school filled with experts on how boys learn best \u2014 educators who possess a wealth of experience in helping boys gain a deeper understanding of themselves as learners and young men.<\/p>\n

While there are many opportunities for boys to learn and grow at Trinity-Pawling, one of the most important areas of their growth will be in their own self-awareness. They will have many opportunities to explore and nurture their distinctive gifts and talents in a community that values respect and mutuality. They will also be faced with many situations where they will be vulnerable. Rather than seeing such opportunities as challenges, it is our objective at Trinity-Pawling to help them continue to discover that such opportunities are really ones of strength and growth and that this discovery is critical to their own awareness of themselves as young men.<\/p>\n

Adolescence is a journey of becoming and part of this journey is learning how to find comfort from discomfort. It is a process where one can discover that challenges and times of vulnerability are not seen as situations to be avoided but embraced as opportunities for strength, learning, and self-awareness.<\/p>\n

Onward!<\/p>\n

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Each spring at Trinity-Pawling\u2019s beloved Stepping Up ceremony in All Saints\u2019 Chapel, a small group of rising seniors are elected to be the Prefects for the upcoming school year. Derived from the Latin word for \u2018leader\u2019, Prefects are voted in by the student body and faculty. They serve as student leaders in all areas of campus life and model the School\u2019s ideals of honor, respect, and hard work.<\/p>\n

On May 28, 2023, eight Trinity-Pawling Prefects were elected for the 2023-2024 school year, earning the honor by demonstrating their commitment to the School and most importantly, to their peers.<\/p>\n

Now as the new school year begins, enjoy this snapshot of the Class of 2024 Prefects and their vision for the year ahead.<\/p>\n

Brayden Lahey, Head Prefect<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Granger, IN
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> 4 years
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Playing lacrosse, guitar, video games, and watching college football
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Drive<\/em> by Incubus
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> I\u2019m most excited to meet all the first-year members of our community and create new bonds with them.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo me, being a Prefect means leading by example, and being a role model, not only to underclassmen, but to seniors as well. It means being a leader that your peers can always rely on.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Ethan Fehrenbaker, Junior Prefect<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Scarsdale, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> 4 years
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Playing hockey, guitar, spending time with my friends, and working out
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Working Man<\/em> by Rush
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> I\u2019m most looking forward to meeting new students and showing them how great the School is.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing a Prefect means to be a great role model and set the right example for students at the School to follow.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Trey Boula<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Pawling, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> 4 years
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Wrestling, watching movies with my friends, playing video games, working out, and playing pickleball with the boys
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Glorious<\/em> by Macklemore
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> Hanging out with all my friends for the last year before we leave for college.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo me, a Prefect is someone who leads by example and is always there to encourage and lead others in every way he possibly can.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Harry Clark<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Newark, NJ
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> 5 years
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Playing lacrosse, spending time with my mom and dogs, Martial Arts, running, theater, playing the violin, and collecting baseball cards
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Jammin’<\/em>\u00a0by Bob Marley
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> Enjoying my fifth and final ride with the lads.<\/p>\n

\u201cMaking sure you’re available to help and encourage other people and be a reliable leader \u2014 that\u2019s what being a Prefect is all about.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Sean Wyman<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Fayetteville, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> This will be my third year.
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Lacrosse, hockey, and videography
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Can\u2019t Get Away From a Good Time<\/em> by Logan Mize
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> Being with the boys!<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing a Prefect means being someone on campus who new and younger students can view as not only a friend, but also a role model.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Maddox Rivera<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Montgomery, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> This will be my second year.
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Sports, chess, snowboarding, Martial Arts, and playing guitar
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Eye of the Tiger<\/em> by Survivor
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> I look forward to spending time with my friends and trying new things this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, being a Prefect means welcoming new kids into the School community and being a role model to all students.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Aidan Grahn<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Pawling, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> I am going into my third year.
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Lacrosse, pickleball, snowboarding, hanging out with friends and family, and going to the movies
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> Glorious<\/em> by Macklemore
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> I am looking forward to having the opportunity to be a Prefect and to be an anchor on TPSN!<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat does being a prefect mean to me? Being a person that people can rely on and trust and be a role model on campus.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Asa Caramico<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Pawling, NY
\nHow many years have you been at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong> 4 years
\nInterests\/Hobbies:<\/strong> Soccer, wrestling, singing in the Trinitones, working out, reading, and eating sushi
\nIf you could have a theme song, what would it be?<\/strong> I Wish<\/em> by Stevie Wonder
\nWhat are you most looking forward to for your senior year?<\/strong> I am looking forward to spending one last year with my friends at T-P and having a successful year, both on the field and in the classroom.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a Prefect, I have a big role to play in making this year a great one at Trinity-Pawling\u2026setting a good example around campus and making people feel included.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Join us as we welcome the newest teachers of the Trinity-Pawling community!<\/p>\n

Maggie Li \u2022 French Teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before joining the Trinity-Pawling community, Maggie Li taught French at the MacDuffie School in Granby, Massachusetts. She earned both a B.A. in French Studies and an M.A. in French literature and linguistics from Central South University. Maggie enjoys hiking, cooking, and hanging out with friends.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/em><\/strong>
\n“Being a part of a vibrant and diverse community, consisting of dedicated faculty, motivated students, and supportive parents.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jennifer Lopez \u2022 Library Assistant<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jen Lopez is joining the Gardiner Library and Learning Commons as a Library Assistant this year! Previously, she worked for a virtual exterior design company and a digital signage company. She enjoys running, gardening, and watching her children participate in sports.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/strong><\/em>
\n\u201cI am most excited to be a part of the Trinity-Pawling community and supporting its students.\u201d<\/p>\n

Finnegan McGovern \u2022 Math Teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n

A recent graduate of Trinity College, Finn McGovern joins the Trinity-Pawling community this year as a Math Teacher and wrestling coach. When he isn\u2019t teaching or coaching, he enjoys playing guitar, reading, watching movies, and spending time with his family.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/em><\/strong>
\n\u201cI am excited about working at a school with a different approach to teaching than I ever really experienced in my time as a student. I am also excited to make connections with my students and help them find success!\u201d<\/p>\n

James O\u2019Connell \u2022 Math Teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before arriving at Trinity-Pawling as a Math Teacher, Jim O\u2019Connell taught at Brunswick Middle School. He is an avid disc golfer and Ultimate Frisbee player \u2014 he played three seasons of professional Ultimate Frisbee in the American Ultimate Disc League (AUDL) in 2015, 2018, and 2021. He also enjoys skiing and snowboarding.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/strong><\/em>
\n\u201cWorking with high school students \u2014 sharing my love of math, frisbee, and wrestling with the young men of Trinity-Pawling.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ricky Oliver \u2022 Director of Theater Arts<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ricky Oliver joins the Trinity-Pawling community this year as the Director of Theater Arts and theater teacher. Previously, he served as the Coordinator of Actor Training at the University of Hartford. In his spare time, he enjoys visiting Cape Cod, attending theater productions in New York City, or spending time with his family in Baltimore.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/strong><\/em>
\n\u201cI’m excited to work with and engage a new generation of students.\u201d<\/p>\n

Melissa Soler \u2022 Associate Director of the Gardiner Learning Commons<\/strong><\/p>\n

Melissa is a familiar face in the Trinity-Pawling community, as her husband Jesus is a math teacher and coach on campus! Formerly an English teacher in Tampa, Florida, Melissa is bringing her talents to the Learning Commons as the Associate Director this year. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/strong><\/em>
\n\u201cI’m looking forward to getting to know the students and being part of the T-P community!\u201d<\/p>\n

Alex Steele \u2022 Economics Teacher<\/strong><\/p>\n

A recent graduate from Trinity College, Alex Steele joins the History Department this year as an Economics Teacher. At Trinity, he wrestled and played baseball. He also likes to golf, ski, fish, read, and watch sports and movies.<\/p>\n

What about working at Trinity-Pawling excites you the most?<\/strong><\/em>
\n\u201cI’m excited to be a part of and help to build a thriving community on campus.\u201d<\/p>\n

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In just two short weeks at Trinity-Pawling\u2019s 2023 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend celebration, the Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented during a special ceremony in Gardiner Theater. The award was first established in 2001 to begin recognizing alumni\u2019s outstanding lifetime service to Trinity-Pawling. Recipients of the award are members of the alumni community who have an exceptional record of service to the School and who have also demonstrated significant achievement in his or her chosen profession.<\/p>\n

This year, we look forward to honoring Tom Ahrensfeld \u201973, Chris Roux \u201973, and Chris Wren \u201953<\/strong> with the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award \u2014 for their illustrious careers in finance, law, and journalism, respectively; their generous and steadfast philanthropy to the School; and their dedication to Trinity-Pawling as Trustees (Ahrensfeld and Roux), a Senior Independent Project mentor (Wren), and proud, engaged alumni.<\/p>\n

Trinity-Pawling alumni and friends, we hope to see you in Gardiner Theater on Saturday, September 23 at 9:30 AM, for the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Ceremony during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend. Join us in extending our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Tom, Chris, and Chris for their extraordinary commitment to Trinity-Pawling and all they have done, and continue to do, for their beloved alma mater.<\/p>\n

For all event details and to register for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, please visit www.trinitypawling.org\/reunion<\/a>.<\/p>\n

by Emma Quigley<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Homecoming and Reunion Weekend is one of Trinity-Pawling\u2019s most honored traditions and ways to celebrate our cherished alumni. On September 22-23, 2023, many members of the School community will gather on campus to reconnect, reminisce, and revel in their shared Trinity-Pawling experiences. In addition to the usual festivities, this year\u2019s reunion event will also feature an exciting, first-ever induction into the new Arts Hall of Fame.<\/p>\n

Established in the spring of 2023, the Arts Hall of Fame recognizes former student-artists and teachers who have \u201cbrought honor upon Trinity-Pawling School by virtue of outstanding creativity in visual arts, performing arts, art history, multimedia, literature, architecture, and\/or other art forms, as well as exemplary contributions to their alma mater, community, and\/or chosen profession.\u201d The criteria continues: \u201cThe inductees reflect the School\u2019s values of excellence, character, community, and curiosity. They inspire creative thinking, collaboration, and bold expression through their example.\u201d<\/p>\n

In honor of his 45 years as a devoted art teacher, coach, and mentor at Trinity-Pawling and his ongoing work as an artist, gallery owner, and faithful supporter of the arts, Ned Reade will be inducted into the Arts Hall of Fame in a special ceremony in Gardiner Learning Commons on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 2:15 PM. We hope you will join us as we honor and celebrate Ned and his transformational service to the School.<\/p>\n

For all event details and to register for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, please visit www.trinitypawling.org\/reunion<\/a><\/p>\n

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Each year, the Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony is a highlight of Trinity-Pawling\u2019s Homecoming and Reunion Weekend celebrations. Since its establishment in 1998, the Athletic Hall of Fame has recognized former student-athletes, teams, and coaches who bring great pride to the School by virtue of outstanding performance and exemplary contributions to their alma mater, community, and profession. Spanning the decades, the inductees reflect the ideals of sportsmanship, teamwork, perseverance, and excellence \u2014 on and off the athletic field, court, or rink.<\/p>\n

This year, we look forward to celebrating three new inductees into the Trinity-Pawling Athletic Hall of Fame:<\/p>\n