3rd Quarter Honor Roll

04-17-08

Charleston Collegiate School announces Academic Honor Roll for the Third Quarter, 2007-2008. The following students are on the Headmaster's List: 4th Grade – Mimi Bordeaux, Sydni Brown, Sarah Cheatham, Garrett Chuhinko, Jared Irvan, Mhari Keehn, Evan Leonard, Olivia Prichard, Nathaniel Reyes and Andrew Westmoreland; 5th grade – Michael Afrin, Hayden Frank, Caroline Knight, Mariya Mann, and Michael McCann; 6th grade –Nicole Brogan, Jed Christoph, Andre Coaxum, Shane Colgan, Chelsea Jennings, Josh Leutz and Garland Petty; 7th grade – Eliza Beckford, Alex Dahlstrom, and Taylor Searcy; 8th grade –Jessica Afrin, Savannah Jennings, Arran Montgomery, Jordan Irvan, and Gregory Thompson; 9th grade –William Barickman, Sydney Bertsch, Nicole Fredericks, Elana Greene, Johnna Menke and Ben Schaffer; 10th grade – Jordan deJong, Shareef Elkady, Shan Fang, Kate Miller and Ilana Scheer; 11th grade –Henry Ball, Alex Benton, Stephen Brown, Erica Metts, Grayson Schirmer, Hayden Seignious and Saul Tovar; 12th grade – Andrew Horne and Lauren Stutts. The following students are on the Director's list: 4th grade – Robbie Hempton, John Turner Petty, Edgar Puga, and Derek Rodriguez; 5th grade – Peighton Davis, Piper Schaberg, and Jenna Schmidt; 6th grade – Caitlyn Berl, Emily Smith and Laddie Smith; 7th grade –Jessica Dickey, Peter Lazich, Robert Fox, Matt Foster, Larupa Green, Rashad Muhammad, and Alex Westmoreland; 8th grade – Casey Crank, Larupa Green, Deborah Frasier, and Allie Watts-Walker; 9th grade – Stuart Barickman, Caleb Dawson, Aria Maloney, Laney Miller, Flor Salcedo, and Chet Wood; 10th grade – Egal Gabay and Jessica Wood; 11th grade – West Hanckel, Remi Kosian, and Carmen Macias; 12th grade –Brett Cooper, Kevin Fletcher, Drayton Hammes, and Elijah Muhammad.

Daisy and the Wonder Weeds

04-10-08

Charleston Collegiate School proudly announces the United States Premiere of a new musical, “Daisy and the Wonder Weeds” by Jean-Elliot Manning. The show will be performed by Charleston Collegiate’s Middle School on April 28 to kick off the school’s Fine Arts Week. This original work offers a whimsical approach to the serious issues of conservation, over-development and many of the other issues facing the Lowcountry, especially John’s Island. Ms. Manning grew up in Columbia, and earned her B.A. from Wheaton College. She continued her graduate work at San Francisco State and in Paris. She now lives and writes in Montreal, where “Daisy and the Wonder Weeds” made its debut last spring. Performances will be at 1:20 and 7:30 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. The public is invited at no charge although donations are accepted.

CCS On-line Auction

03-07-08

The First Online Auction for Charleston Collegiate School Is Officially Open So what are you waiting for? Bid Now. Take a Good Look. Bids are now being accepted on many fine items, including CCS Class Gifts. Whether you're looking for something unique for yourself, searching for a gift for a special someone, or looking to add a little adventure to your life, you're sure to find something of interest in our on-line auction. Check it regularly, as we’ll be adding new items every day. Make Your Bid. Even if you've never taken part in an online auction before, it's fast and easy to bid on one or more items in our auction catalog. Step by step instructions will walk you through the bidding process so you can participate with confidence. And remember, every bid helps support our cause. Tell Your Friends. The success of this online event depends on getting the word out to as many people as possible. We need your help. Please share all of the auction news with your friends and encourage them to participate so they don't miss a single moment of the fun and excitement. These items are open for bidding and will close on Friday, March 14th at 5:00 p.m. You may pick up the items you win at the auction on Saturday night (March 15th) or on Monday, March 17th. View Auction Catalog: http://www.bluetreemarketing.com/charlestoncollegiate

Elks Lodge Student of the Month	03-03-08
Congratulations to Iain Riddle, son of Dr. Keith L. Riddle and Cathy R. Riddle, for being selected as the Elks Lodge Student of the Month. The selection is based on multiple achievements, character, leadership, citizenship and scholarship.

Region Basketball Tournament

02-21-08

Charleston Collegiate School is proud to announce their results from the Region Basketball Tournament held at CCS on February 14-19. The Boys’ Varsity Team is the Regular Season Region Co-Champion and the Tournament Champion. Jaron Hardy and Ryan Goer were chosen for the Regular Season All-Region Team. Stephen Brown was named Player of the Year and Jay Goldbolt was named Coach of the Year. Ryan Goer and Stephen Brown were selected for the All-Tournament Team and Jaron Hardy won Tournament Most Valuable Player. The Girls’ Varsity Team is the Regular Season Region Champion and the Tournament Runner-Up. Sharonda Smith was chosen for the Regular Season All-Region Team and Keenan Fisher was named Player of the Year. Brian McDermott was named Coach of Year. Keenan Fisher, Alana Harris and Sharonda Smith were selected for the All-Tournament Team. The Boys’ Junior Varsity Team is the Regular Season Region Champion and Tournament Runner-Up.

Second Quarter Honor Roll

01-23-08

Charleston Collegiate School announces Academic Honor Roll for the Second Quarter, 2007-2008. The following students are on the Headmaster's List: 4th Grade – Andrew Westmoreland, Derek Rodriguez, Evan Leonard, Jared Irvan, John Tucker Petty, Mhari Keehn, Mimi Bordeaux, Olivia Prichard, Sarah Cheatham and Sydni Brown; 5th grade – Michael Afrin, Hayden Frank, Caroline Knight, Mariya Mann, Michael McCann, Piper Schaberg and Jenna Schmidt; 6th grade –Nicole Brogan, Jed Christoph, Andre Coaxum, Shane Colgan, Chelsea Jennings, Josh Leutz and Garland Petty; 7th grade – Eliza Beckford, Alex Dahlstrom, Jessica Dickey and Taylor Searcy; 8th grade –Jessica Afrin, Deborah Frasier, Savannah Jennings, Arran Montgomery and Jordan Irvan; 9th grade –Sydney Bertsch, Nicole Fredericks, Elana Greene, Johnna Menke and Ben Schaffer; 10th grade – Jordan deJong, Shareef Elkady, Shan Fang, Kate Miller and Ilana Scheer; 11th grade – Brock Baird, Henry Ball, Alex Benton, Stephen Brown, Remi Kosian, Carmen Macias, Hayden Seignious and Saul Tovar; 12th grade – Sandra Aguirre, Elijah Muhammad and Lauren Stutts. The following students are on the Director's list: 4th grade – Garrett Chuhinko and Edgar Puga; 5th grade – Shana Bishop, Cole Drury and Serena Kafka; 6th grade – Caitlyn Berl, Emily Smith and Laddie Smith; 7th grade –Mia Blunt, Peter Lazich, Robert Fox, Matt Foster, Tripp Taylor, Morgan Toner and Alex Westmoreland; 8th grade – Casey Crank and Gregory Thompson; 9th grade – Stuart Barickman, William Barickman, Rebecca Fox, Sean Pendarvis and Chet Wood; 10th grade – Jessica Wood; 11th grade – Theo Buck, Keenan Fisher, West Hanckel, Grayson Shirmer and Thomas Stutts; 12th grade –Kevin Fletcher, Will Frehse, Drayton Hammes, Michael Luciano, and Sharonda Smith.

Charleston Collegiate hosts Holiday Extravaganza on John’s Island

11-19-07

Charleston Collegiate is proud to announce the 4th Annual Holiday Extravaganza, to be hosted with three other John’s Island schools on December 1st from 10 am – 4 pm. The Extravaganza will feature performances by choral groups and bands from St. Johns High School, Haute Gap Intermediate School and Angel Oak Elementary, as well choirs and drama groups from Charleston Collegiate School. The Extravaganza will showcase more than twenty artists and craftspeople who will be offering their works for sale. Jewelry, hand-knit sweaters, sweetgrass baskets, mosaic mirrors, purses, and a wide variety of glass and ceramics will be among the offerings. Student crafts will also be offered, as well as food, music, door prizes, and more. The event will be held in the gymnasium at Charleston Collegiate School and will cost $3 for adults. There is no cost for children or students. All proceeds will benefit Fine Arts on John’s Island. Everyone is invited to see and hear the artistic spirit of our community. For further information, contact Randy Neale at Charleston Collegiate School at (843)559-5506 or rneale@charlestoncollegiate.org

Collegiate 10th grader Will Northcut performs in 'Rabbit Hole'

11-19-07

'Rabbit Hole' offers deep compassion By Carol Furtwangler Post and Courier Reviewer Saturday, November 17, 2007 How do you handle grief and guilt? PURE Theatre has gathered a prodigiously talented cast, hired a New York director, and produced an emotionally complex drama that explores answers to this question in exquisite detail, in exquisite pain. David Lindsay-Abaire's 2007 Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Rabbit Hole" opened Friday night to a full house that left the East Bay Street location with full hearts, yet with deeper compassion and perhaps a new understanding of how we seek comfort in adversity. Gene Lesser moves his cast of five around Amy Hills' well-appointed set with a natural rhythm that makes us think we have a peephole into the lives of a couple who have lost their 4-year-old son in a freak accident. Sharon Graci takes an already powerful part of the heartbroken Mom, and makes it unforgettable. Dad David Mandel grieves in a different way, confronting his fears as well as the teen driver (Will Northcut, convincingly anxious and needy). Cynthia Barnett's fiery grandma tries so hard to help that it hurts, while her younger daughter (Jenny Pringle, in a sure characterization) pours more salt in the wounds than she intends. Avoiding sentimentality, somehow never sinking into the maudlin, and even providing moments of humor, this production may temper your holiday cheer, but will insist you remember to be kind, be kind.

Charleston Collegiate Sundevils Win State Title!	11-17-07
Click the links below for extensive Charleston Post and Courier coverage on: Dramatic state championship game Star athlete - and student - Eric Pringle Sundevils' coach Kirk Lax

CCS Guest Speaker Series

10-29-07

On November 5, the school will inaugurate our exciting Guest Speaker Series, featuring Dana Beach, the Executive Director of the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League. Mr. Beach will address the impact of growth on John’s Island and the surrounding areas with special focus on smart growth and urban sprawl. The public is invited to attend either the Monday evening address at the John’s Island Public Library on Maybank Highway or at the school on Tuesday morning at 2024 Academy Drive, right off Bohicket Road. The Coastal Conservation League is a grassroots non-profit conservation organization, founded in 1989 and backed by over 4,000 members. Its mission is to protect the natural environment of the South Carolina coastal plain and to enhance the quality of life of our communities by working with individuals, businesses and government to ensure balanced solutions. The League has benefited greatly from the excellent efforts of organizations such as the Lowcountry Open Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy, Ducks Unlimited and the Beaufort Open Land Trust, and from the assistance of the SC Environmental Law Center. Since founding the Coastal Conservation League in 1989, Dana Beach has received awards from many institutions, including the US Environmental Protection Agency, the SC General Assembly, and the American Institute of Architects. In 1998, Mr. Beach was named one of ten Heroes for the Planet by Time Magazine’s Time for Kids. In March of 2000, he received the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest honor, awarded by the Office of the Governor for outstanding contributions to the state. He is the author of the Pew Oceans Commission’s publication, “Coastal Sprawl: The Impacts of Development on Aquatic Ecosystems.” Mr. Beach graduated magna cum laude from Davidson College and received his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

CCS Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll

10-29-07

Charleston Collegiate School announces Academic Honor Roll for the first Quarter, 2007-2008. The following students are on the Headmaster's List: 6th grade –Nicole Brogan, Andre Coaxum, Shane Colgan, Chelsea Jennings, Josh Leutz and Garland Petty; 7th grade – Eliza Beckford, Alex Dahlstrom, Jessica Dickey, Robert Fox, and Taylor Searcy; 8th grade –Jessica Afrin and Savannah Jennings; 9th grade –Sydney Bertsch, Rebecca Fox, Nicole Fredericks, Johnna Menke, Ben Schaffer and Tyler Swain; 10th grade – Jordan deJong, Shareef Elkady, Shan Fang, Kate Miller and Ilana Scheer; 11th grade – Henry Ball, Alex Benton, Stephen Brown, Grayson Schirmer, Hayden Seignious and Saul Tovar; 12th grade – Drayton Hammes, Sharhonda Smith and Lauren Stutts. The following students are on the Director's list: 6th grade – Iyana Manigo, Emily Smith, Laddie Smith and Kalea Stevens; 7th grade – Karla Aguirre, Mia Blunt, Matt Foster, Peter Lazich, Rashad Muhammad and Alex Westmoreland; 8th grade – Casey Crank, Sarah Crowder, Deborah Frasier, Jordan Irvan, Arran Montgomery, Gregory Thompson and Madi Wheeler; 9th grade – Stuart Barickman, William Barickman, Angelic Cuvarrubio, Elana Greene, Laney Miller and Sean Pendarvis; 11th grade – Brock Baird, West Hanckel, Carmen Macias, Erica Metts and Jake Miller; 12th grade – Sandra Aguirre, Kevin Fletcher, Bryan Getsinger, Alana Harris and Elijah Muhammad.

Home Tour to Benefit CCS

09-07-07

On Saturday, October 13th, Kiawah Island will open its gates to one of the most exciting home tours in the area, “Inside Kiawah’s Finest”: The Best Tour of Homes in the Southeast. The tour will showcase six sumptuous island residences situated on ocean, river and marsh front properties. Each home is unique in its architectural and interior design features. The tour is self-guided and open from 10a.m.-4p.m. with buffet luncheon at Hege’s Restaurant from noon-2p.m. and post-tour wine and cheese reception with live music included with ticket price. Participants will receive a program guide including a map and full color photographs with design details of each home. Registration will begin at 9a.m. on the Village Green at Freshfields Village on the day of the tour. Don’t miss our Home Boutique pavilion, also on the Village Green. Tickets are $45 in advance, and $50 at registration. Discount for groups of 8 or more. For more information, contact Olivia French at 559-5506.

New Faculty Members

09-07-07

Charleston Collegiate is pleased to announce new faculty members for the 2007-2008 school year. Allison Venables joins the school as an Upper School Math teacher and a Testing Specialist. Ms. Venables received her Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Mathematics from the University of South Carolina in 1989 and her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from USC in 1986. She comes to us from Episcopal Collegiate School in Arkansas where she was the Director of Testing and the Math Department Chair. She has been in the Education Field since 1989. Rebecca Jackson will be the Upper School Coordinator of the Learning Center. Rebecca Jackson received her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Richardson University in 2006 and her Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies from George Mason University in 1999. She has more than 10 years experience in the Human Services Field and has been a Certified Child Care Trainer since 2003 and a Board Certified Associate Behavioral Analyst since 2002. She is the owner of and a Behavior Consultant at High Tide Behavioral Techniques on John’s Island. Rives Poe will teach Middle School Math. Ms. Poe received her Master of Arts in Secondary Mathematics Education from the University of Georgia in 2004 and her Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Southern Methodist University in Texas in 1999. She has been a Mathematics Teacher at Bishop England High School since 2004. She also taught Sixth Grade Math at The Galloway School in Atlanta, and has been teaching since 2000. Patricia Conroy will teach 4th Grade. Ms. Conroy received her Master’s Degree in Childhood Education from New York University in 2004 and her Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology and Political Science from Presbyterian College in 1997, where she graduated Cum laude. Her previous employment was as a 4th grade Associate Teacher at the Little Red School House and as a Lower School Admissions Associate at the Little Red School House and Elisabeth Irwin High School in New York City. Austin Starowicz will be the Technology Support Specialist and Network Administrator. Mr. Starowicz received his Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of South Carolina in 2002. Previously, he was employed as a Systems Engineer at Skanska USA in Charlotte, NC, and he has worked in the Computer and IT Services Field since 2002. Erica Woodward will teach 12th Grade English. Mrs. Woodward has received her Master of Arts in English Literature with a concentration in Pre-1660 British Literature from the University of South Carolina in 2006 and her Bachelor of Arts in English and French Languages and Literatures from Wofford College in 2003, where she graduated Cum laude. Her previous experience includes teaching American Literature at USC as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and College Prep English at Socastee High School in Myrtle Beach. She has been working at Charleston Collegiate since April of this year as Assistant to the Headmaster, a position she will continue to fill. Manuel Castro will teach Upper School Spanish. Mr. Castro received his Master of Arts in Voice & Music History from the University of Pittsburg in 1983 and his Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of Costa Rica in 1975. He has been teaching since 1973 and was most recently teaching Music courses at the University of Costa Rica. Ed Lenahan will teach 10th Grade Humanities. Mr. Lenahan received his Master of Arts in English Literature from the College of Charleston in 2006 and his Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from Lake Forest College, IL in 2000. His previous experience includes positions as Head Tutor at The Citadel, English Literature Instructor at Trident Technical College, and as a Graduate Assistant at the College of Charleston. He is also a local freelance Automotive Journalist and Graphic Artist. Mandy Hoskins will teach Middle School Spanish. Ms. Hoskins received her Master of Education in Spanish from the College of Charleston in 2007 and her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish at Appalachian State University and the College of Charleston in 2003. She was previously employed at the Children’s Garden School on Sullivan’s Island as a Lead Teacher. Larry Morton will teach Middle School Science. Mr. Morton received his Master of Science Degree in Foundations of Education from Troy State University in Alabama in 2001 and his Bachelor of General Studies in Teacher Education at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Georgia in 1999. Mr. Morton is certified to teach grades four through eight and has been teaching since 1999. He was previously employed with Dorchester Two School District in Summerville as a Seventh Grade Life Science Teacher at Gregg Middle School. He also has experience as a National Registered Paramedic and Licensed Practical Nurse. Letitia Sowers will teach Physical Education. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a Concentration in Health Promotion from the College of Charleston this year. She is new to the Physical Education Field.

New Board Members

09-07-07

As it continues to grow, Charleston Collegiate School recently welcomed new members to their Board of Trustees. Chris Drury serves as the current President of Kiawah Island Real Estate, where his focus on customer service has further strengthened KIRE’s remarkably successful business. Prior to moving to Charleston, he was Sales Director for the Palm Beach Polo Club for 17 years and then became Vice President of sales and marketing for Saussy Burbank heading up the sales teams at several key Arvida communities in Charlotte, Charleston, and Raleigh. Chris Fredericks retired from the Department of Pharmacology at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he served on the Curriculum Committee and oversaw the coordination of curricular activities for First Year students. He has brought valuable insights about private education from his experience at the Cranbrook School in Michigan. Marlon Kimpson is a lawyer at Motley Rice, LLC. Currently, Marlon serves on the following boards: University of South Carolina Board of Visitors, Hemangioma Foundation, Palmetto Project Board of Development, Carolina Youth Development Center, and the Board of Directors for the New U.S.C. Law School Building Fund Committee. Dennis D. Maxwell is Vice President for Marketing at Blackbaud. He has served on the board of the National Center for Independent School Renewal, and is a member of the Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network and the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Dave Morgan is President and CEO of his own privately held company, Litton Entertainment. Its advertising sales office is headquartered in Manhattan, Litton moved its previously Los-Angeles based production arm to Charleston three years ago. Mr. Morgan also serves on the Board of Trustees of The College of Charleston Business School. Tim Williams became the Chief Financial Officer of Blackbaud in 2001. Prior to joining Blackbaud, he served as Executive Vice President and CFO of Mynd, Inc. (now Computer Sciences Corporation).

Student Ambassadors from Charleston Collegiate

06-08-07

Charleston Collegiate School students Jessica Afrin, Savannah Odum, Savannah Lax, Peter Lazich and Alex Westmoreland have been chosen for the People to People Student Ambassador Program, an international educational travel program founded by President Eisenhower in 1956. As members of the Charleston delegation participating in the South Pacific agenda, these middle school students will spend part of their summer exploring Australia. They will earn academic credit while getting to know the people, culture and history of the places they visit. Sixth graders Savannah, Peter and Alex will take part in the Exploring the Land Down Under itinerary under the leadership of Renee Webster. They will spend 15 days taking part in activities such as sightseeing in Sydney, visiting a working Australian farm and sailing around the Great Barrier Reef. Seventh graders Jessica and Savannah will spend 20 days participating in the Outback Discovery itinerary under the leadership of Dr. Barbara Holladay. They will have the opportunity to cruise around the Sidney Harbour, visit a marine reptile museum and ride in a camel-drawn wagon to see the Min Min Lights. Students chosen to be a part of the People to People Student Ambassador Program must be nominated by their teachers, school administrators, student ambassador alumni and/or program leaders. After being invited to enroll, the students submit letters of recommendation and complete an interview process. For more information on the program, visit www.studentambassadors.com. With Charleston Collegiate Art teacher Valerie Shears as a leader for the program, other CCS students have had the opportunity to participate in the program in recent years.