Wilson School Alumni

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Barnstable Academy Blair Academy Gill St. Bernard School Local Public Schools - Honors Programs Montclair Kimberley Academy Morris Catholic High School
Morris County Academy for Maths and Sciences Morristown-Beard School New York Military Academy Newark Academy Oratory Prep Seton Hall Prep St. Elizabeth’s Academy

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Sarah Borlo Writes of her trip to Vietnam - Suddenly in Nha Trang....

So After 2 days of the chaotic Ha Noi, we were forced to escape the intense gales and driving rain of the Typhoon. As we tried to book our trip to Halong Bay, all tour operators exclaimed, "You are very unlucky, TYPHOON" So we were forced to find a new destination.

Suddenly we found our selves in what seemed to be the only safe and dry place, Nha Trang....

I was so disappointed since I was looking forward to seeing Halong Bay for so long. However, this way we would be able to appreciate South Central Vietnam as well as the North. I had to psych my self up and I was looking forward to getting out of Han Noi anyway.

Han Noi is a busy place full of honking horns, no street rules and death defying trips to cross the street. Not to mention the many banana selling basket carrying hawkers who want you to don the yoke and traditional Viet Cone Hat to take a picture for a small price. If these women aren't trying to sell you banana's that I don't want someone is trying to sell you a Viet Cong Communist Hat or a fan... None of which I am interested in buying. It is kind of annoying but they smile and leave pleasantly only to ask you again 5 minutes later. Although aggressive in their sale, they do not become unpleasant or nasty.

Nha Trang is your typical tourist beach. Full of aussies and brits ready to capitalize on the snorkeling and diving tourist industry. We were able to enjoy two full days buzzing around on scooters and motor bikes through torrential down pours, villages, on highways, and up and down mountains. This was fun at first but after an hour on a motor bike with the tractor trailers wailing their horns behind you to get out of the way, I had had enough. The scenery was pretty along the ocean and through the rice paddies and we were both glad to be alive when it was all over.

Although Nha Trang was relaxing with beers under the straw cabana and a lounge chair, we were ready to get back to Ha Noi, and I never thought I would feel that way. However there is nothing like eating beef bbq on the street with a family of Vietnamese feeding you beer and yelling Vietnamese Cheers at you, for HOURS!!!

Geraldine Delestienne - Out of Africa

I have graduated from Sussex University in Brighton with a BA in International Relations and Development Studies. I took majors in Gender Relations and Agrarian Change, Global Political Economy and War and Genocide studies.

My dissertation interests paved the way for my current job hunt as I looked at genocidal patterns of warfare in the Sudan, and critically assessed the political economy of humanitarian relief. University enabled me to keep busy with projects ranging from demos against torture in London dressed as Guantanamo prisoners, running fair trade markets and fundraising for some of our partner's special needs.

I volunteered with an amazing school building project in Egyptian slums taking troubled teenagers from European council estates and orphaned youths from Egyptian SOS villages to lead an inter-Muslim and European-middle east dialogue on everything from school hassles, experiencing poverty, questioning the authority in power and terrorism- while living in slums building literacy centers.

Thoughts from a few oceans and minor landmasses away...In Uganda, I've come here to meet the producers of our fair trade initiative. I work with NAWOU ( National Association of Women Of Uganda) who make crafts out of natural fibers to address issues of working to get out of poverty and gender inequalities here.

I highly recommend coming here on a holiday- the animal reserves and waterfalls are stunning :) Africa's great !

Check back soon for more exciting alumni news!

Graduates of '07

Matthew Alexander Herman spent one year at Wilson and was a valuable member of the Volleyball team. He received an Aceves Spanish award at graduation. Matthew is attending the Morris Hills High School in Denville.

Andrew Giannelli Eckart spent two years at Wilson . He was a Johns Hopkins University scholar, commended for distinction on both the reading and math sections of the CTY Talent Search. Andrew was accepted to and is attending Oratory Prep. At graduation he received service award for leading prayers at Chapel and for initiating the Student Council; a certificate as Volleyball team captain. He won 1^st place for the 2^nd year in a row in the American Mathematics Association contest. In 2006 he received the George E. Fichtner Mathematics award, the Aceves Spanish prize, and the Brenda Jaye Memorial Poetry Award.

Sharyn Nicole Parisi-Hove joined the Wilson School in 4^th grade. At graduation she received a service award for playing chimes at Chapel Silence, a certificate for volleyball team captain and a commendation for being the most spirited player. She was awarded for consistent social responsibility and awareness and consideration for others both in school and in the larger community. She is currently attending Mendham High School .

Bridgette Wray Kennedy attended Wilson for 6 years, was accepted and is attending St. Elizabeth’s Academy. For the 2^nd year in a row she earned the Presidential Fitness Award. She received service awards for playing chimes at Chapel Silence, for being a member of the Student Council and for general volunteerism. She received a certificate as volleyball team captain and most valuable player. Bridgette was awarded the Patricia Mitchell Reading Award and the Robert Crane Cooke writing award for the most improved writer. In 2006 she received the Ross Prize for academic independence and the Gladys M. Kingsley History Prize, as well as the Anabel Cammeyer Rasely French Prize. Bridgette is attending St. Elizabeth’s Academy in Convent Station. Award for leading prayers at Chapel. Certificate as Volleyball.

Jacob N. Lubin received service awards as captain of the volleyball team, leading prayers at Chapel and for initiating the Student Council. He earned 2nd Place two years in a row in the American Mathematics Association contest. He is a member of the Lucky Seven having attended Wilson from PK-8th grades. At the 2006 graduation Jacob was awarded the Patricia Mitchell Reading Award, and the Gladys M. Kingsley History Prize. Jacob was also a former Wilson Merit Scholar.

Graduates of 2006

Robert Christian Krueger, III attended Wilson for the 8^th grade. He was a valuable member of the Volleyball team and received the Lucille C. Fisher Arts Prize. He attended Morris Catholic High School and transferred to the Craig High School . While at Morris Catholic he placed fourth on the NJ PGA’s Order of Merit (Golf).

Christopher Michael Wallburg attended Wilson for two years and was awarded the Patricia Mitchell Reading Award as well as a service award for leading Chapel prayers. He attended Morris Catholic High School

Stephanie Louise Kennedy, received a service award for playing chimes at Chapel, and a special award for cooperation and leadership in the area of theater arts. She was a volleyball team Captain of the undefeated team. She was accepted and attended one year at St. Elizabeth’s Academy. In her sophomore year she transferred to New Hampton School in New Hampshire .

Devon Joseph Idleman, won 3^rd place for the 2^nd year in the American Mathematics Association contest, and received a service award for playing the chimes, and being a volleyball team Captain. He attends Morris Catholic High School where he has received national recognition for his ability in French.

Michael Harry Chmura received a service award for playing the chimes, was awarded The Marion J. Carpenter Award, and was recognized as a Lucky Seven (attended Wilson7 years). He also received the Ross Prize for Science (dissection). Michael attends DePaul High School .

Brendan David Bakst, received the 2^nd place in the American Mathematics Association Contest, and received a Service award for playing the chimes at Chapel. He was also noted as a volleyball team Captain of the undefeated team, received the Patricia Mitchell Reading Award, was recognized as a Lucky Seven (attended Wilson for 8 years), and received the Ross Prize for Science (dissection). Brendan attends Oratory Prep.

Graduates of 2005

Timothy Ka is a Lucky Seven student who started at Wilson in the 1st grade. He was a member of the swim team, a co-captain of the undefeated Volleyball team and a Merit Performance Scholar for his piano talent. At graduation he received the George E. Fichtner math prize and the Lucille C. Fisher Fine Arts Prize for music and art. Tim is attending Montville High School where he has been accepted to the Science and Math Honors Program.

Nicholas Kai Yung '05 is a Lucky Seven student who started at Wilson in the 1st grade. He was a member of the swim team and the volleyball team, and an Academic Merit Scholar. At graduation he was recognized for 2nd prize in the American Mathematics Association contest. He also received the George E. Fichtner Mathematics prize and the Ross Prize for Science. Nick is attend Montville High School where he has been accepted to the Science and Math Honors Program.

Nathaniel James Miller '05 is a Lucky Seven student who started at Wilson in the 1st grade. He was a co-captain of the undefeated Volleyball team and an Academic Merit Scholar. At graduation he was recognized for 1st prize in the American Mathematics Association contest. He received the Gladys M. Kingsley History prize, and the George E. Fichtner Mathematics prize. Nat is attending Newark Academy.

Jonathan Christopher Burns '05 attended Wilson since the 4th grade. He was a member of the undefeated volleyball team and received the Brenda Jaye Memorial Poetry Award as well as the Robert C. Cooke writing award. Jonathan is attending Gill St. Bernards in the fall.

Kimberly Elizabeth Hartel '05 attended Wilson since the 4th grade. She was a Performance Merit Scholar and received this award for her talent in dance, especially ballet. At graduation Kim received the Ross Prize for academic independence and the Anabel Cammeyer Rasely French prize. Kim is attending Morristown-Beard for high school where she will participate in the Honors program, including French 3 Honors.

Alexander Kenneth Charles Farkas '05 attended Wilson since the 4th grade. He was an Academic Merit Scholar in 2001. At graduation he received service certificates and recognition for distinguished SAT scores. Alex attends Morris Catholic.

Jesse Addison Finamore '05 joined the Wilson School in the 7th grade. He was a co-captain of the undefeated volleyball team and a well-loved new member of this class, appreciated for his sense of humor and love of history. Jesse will attends the New York Military Academy.

Dorothy Bennett Minard,’23, who passed away in September 2002, made a bequest to Wilson and we were able to replace our entranceway thanks to Dorothy’s generosity.

Margaret Mary McCain Ford, ’39, donated a plaque for the gym in honor and memory of Grace Bennett ’39. Grace’s generous bequest to the school helped provide our new gym floor last year.

Jack Bennett, ’37, sent a card and picture of himself and Margaret Mary from their recent reunion at Swarthmore College.He notes that they share 3 milestones in their lives: graduates of St. John’s School, graduates of Swarthmore and both active in planning their 60th Anniversary Weekend Reunion of their college class!

Faith Witham Robertson, ’39, keeps up with Wilson on a regular basis and actually attended the Wilson School picnic in June 2003. She has also attended several Alumni Chapel presentations.

Rosemarie Corsini Cadwell, ’53 writes that she continues to have wonderful memories of her six years at Wilson and would love to come visit if only she lived closer. She enjoyed the 4th grade newsletter that was sent to her as part of a “thank you” for annual giving.

Mr. and Mrs. Gavron recently wrote a wonderful letter thanking Wilson (and especially Mrs. Roberts) for giving daughter Kelly, ’87, a great start in Kindergarten. Mrs. Gavron taught dance and rhythmics at Wilson during that year. Kelly graduated from Vanderbilt College of Arts and Science this year and will be married in 2005. She began violin lessons and performed in her first stage play while at Wilson and she has continued those interests throughout her schooling.

David Luer, ’88, writes that he is working on infrastructure projects in Alaska. Oh the distances our alums go!

Although John Eric Johanson, ’90, is living in Oregon pursuing his first love, music, he organized a New Jersey Christmas reunion for as many Wilson friends as he could contact.

Amy Aguanno McEntee, ’90, keeps in touch. She was married in November 2003 and continues to teach middle school reading in West Orange.

Sarah Borlo, ’90, is Director of The Children’s Village in Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. and lives in Riverdale.

Jon Paliotta, ’94, has been pursuing veterinary studies at the Bloomingdale Animal Hospital. Brother, Chad Paliotta, ’95, spent the last year studying in London. Sister, Dominique, ’97, is continuing her music studies at Eastman College, Rochester, N.Y.

Tom Estler, ’99, is studying Criminal Psychology at Ramapo College.

Matthew Everett, ’00, graduated with honors from Morris Catholic High School and is attending Rensselaer in the fall.

Coby Heberling, ’00, is studying physics at Dickinson College. We’re proud of you both!

Drew Agliata, ’01, continues to do well at Seton Hall Prep. He is a senior this year and active in wrestling and a winner on the debate team. He has his Black Belt in Karate as well. Congratuations Drew!

Kristina Pascarella, ’02, stopped by during Art Show 2004 and chatted about her high school successes, which she credits to her Wilson School experience. Having had the opportunity to visit Paris and Provence with her French class last year, she bought a painting of sunflowers that reminded her of that wonderful trip.

Rosalind Roth, ’03, is attending the Math and Science Academy in Denville and she writes that she is achieving at the A/B level which is quite a feat in this challenging program.

Trevor Howe, ’03, is happy at Barnstable Academy specializing in his favorite subject – music! His sister, Aisling, ’01 is a senior at Miss Hall’s School in Massachusetts and brother Jason ’95 has returned to college, currently studying at Drew University.

A number of alums joined us in February for our first Wilson School Dance and a group attended graduation to honor their friends. It was good to see Maegan Pachomski, ’01, (St. Elizabeth’s Academy – National Honor Society!), Katie Jones, ’02, (Purnell School), Daveon McClure, ’03, (Parsippany Christian School), Alysse Labonia, ’03, (Bayley-Ellard), Patrick Downey, ’03, (Morris Catholic), and Aphrodite Kelly, ’03, (St. Elizabeth’s Academy).

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