2013-14 Wilson School Annual Report

2013-2014 ANNUAL REPORT

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The Wilson School • Pre-Kindergarten — Sixth Grade

Our MissionTo prepare students for success in an ever-changing world, our exceptional educators combine classic and innovative methods within a warm, nurturing environment.

Providing our students:• an outstanding academic education• an awareness of their creative abilities• an understanding of their social responsibilities• a respect for and value of differences in people and points of view• a sense of responsibility for their personal and physical well-being

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Report from the

Head of SchoolDear Friends,

From the start of day on August 20th, the first day of school in our 101st year, it was clear the year would prove to be a special one. Our senior kindergarten students launched our “Make Your Mark A Good One by Showing Gratitude” theme with a remarkable performance at our assembly in September. Early in the year, we also had a wonderful Family Night at the Zoo where students had the great opportunity to feed the stingrays. Our second graders continued their annual tradition of performing “The Doorbell Rang” with a new twist, holding the play in the Innovation Room and featuring “trailer” videos for each member of the performing cast on the Immersion Wall. These highlights from the first weeks of school set the stage for a stellar year filled with traditions old and new.

In October, Wilson became the first (and only) school in St. Louis to participate in the Global Cardboard Challenge. This program inspired all grades to use their creativity to make cardboard constructions that fit with units of study. We held a culminating family event filling the Eugene Ruth Gymnasium with unique structures, all made from cardboard.

Let Me Run, a new running club for boys, began in fall 2013 and quickly became a wonderful pairing to our long-standing Girls on the Run club. We became such a key member of this national club that we served as the host site for the annual coaches meeting and training seminar. We also offered Destination Imagination (DI) for the first time. The two inaugural Wilson teams were extremely successful as both qualified for the state-level competition. One of the teams even qualified for the global competition and traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to participate. As you can see, the fall was filled with energy and rigor and new opportunities for fitness and creative thinking that so perfectly fit our mission to prepare students for success in an ever-changing world.

The winter was one of the coldest on record for St. Louis; though, it did not freeze excitement within the school. Sponsored by the Excellence Program, we enjoyed an author and artist visit. Former Wilson parent, June Herman (Andrea ’06 & Michael ’08) shared her book, “Goodnight St. Louis.” Our students enjoyed the visit, which complemented

the curriculum Mrs. Linda Noel, one of our exceptional pre-kindergarten teachers, is publishing. The students also benefited from the multi-day visit by artist Maria Ojascastro. Creating art from reusable materials truly inspired our students. Clearly they can think “outside-of-the-box” because their works of art were amazing!

Spring brought even more new firsts. We launched the new MyWilson portal where students and parents can go for school happenings, class information, and of course wonderful pictures. The portal actually is best described as a learning management system through which our older students can also access grades and homework. Our upper grades piloted the use of on-line collaborative computer applications so that students and teachers can work together on a common research or writing project in real time. Supporting these initiatives was a parent session on the use of social media and online interaction led by nationally-renowned expert Devorah Heitner.

Whereas we have the good fortune of seeing high levels of success each year, the 2014 Annual Awards Assembly was one for the books! We saw awards for writing, math, science, fitness, Greek Mythology and so much more. It is wonderful to recognize the high number of regional and state awards, and this year we earned an impressive number at the national level.

The Wilson School had a lot to celebrate in our 101st academic year. Our culture of partnership with families allows for these successes. Thank you for supporting our students, faculty and staff and for helping Wilson in every way possible!

Sincerely,

Thad Falkner,Head of School


Report from the

Board PresidentDear Friends,

Wilson’s 101st year was a time of continued investment in educational excellence, celebration, and visionary strategic planning for the future. Central to our school mission is preparing students for success in an ever-changing world. To do that, Wilson continually builds upon the foundation of the school’s century-long experience with innovative tools, techniques and curricula that engage and inspire our students to become life-long learners.

For the first full year, Wilson students and educators enjoyed the benefits of our recent capital projects. The Innovation Room facilitates group work and problem solving and is of immense value in the creative instruction of all curriculum subjects across all grade levels. The Immersion Wall affords students the opportunity to connect with experts, participate in virtual field trips, collaborate, and experience virtual demonstrations. The expanded foreign language room and dedicated library learning space provide enhanced individualized instruction, and the renovated front entrance allows us to “welcome people well” to Wilson. In addition, during the summer of 2014, the front plaza was expanded to the north side of the building and includes an outdoor classroom, enabling our students to be inspired by our natural environment.

In 2013-14, we celebrated the closing of the Centennial Campaign, the largest and most successful capital campaign in school history. Wilson raised $2,225,000 to fund our capital projects and grow the endowment that is so critical to our continued success. The Annual Fund and Thistle Auction collectively contributed nearly $250,000 towards school operations, while the Excellence Fund generated $73,000 in additional support. The Excellence Fund not only provides opportunities for professional development well above the national norm (and twice the resources of our peer schools) but it also serves as a catalyst for innovative programs and partnership. In addition, Wilson launched its first-ever Planned Giving initiative to support our growing endowment.

Much of the efforts of the Board of Trustees during 2013-14 focused on long-range planning and refining our strategic vision for the school – a vision that closely aligns with our

mission and leverages our strengths for continued success. These activities launched in April 2013 at a retreat attended by trustees, faculty, administration, and parent volunteers. Retreat participants discussed overall trends in independent education, global and national strategic themes, and salient trends specifically related to Wilson. Coming out of the 2013 retreat, the Board identified three strategic areas for further evaluation – establishing excellence in marketing; leveraging our global competencies; and seeking new revenue sources.

During 2013-14, planning sub-committees for each of these three focus areas were tasked with additional research and strategic evaluation and presented findings at a retreat in April 2014. In spring 2015, the Board of Trustees intends to share the planning results that will position Wilson for continued success in the next 10 years and well beyond.

As I reflect on my two years as Board President, I am further convinced that Wilson is well prepared for excellence in its next 100 years. Our exceptional educators provide individualized instruction in a warm, nurturing environment where every student feels known. We have made vital and strategic improvements in our programs and facilities, and we have a strong strategic vision and leadership for the school. As the parent of a Wilson alum, it is clear to me that Wilson challenges our students, identifies their talents and passions, and creates opportunities that change lives.

I would like to thank all of you for making Wilson such a wonderful place. I am deeply grateful to our current parents who entrust Wilson with educating your children, to our outstanding teachers and staff who provide such an exceptional experience for our children each and every day, and to our many friends who believe in our mission and provide generous support to ensure the success of the school for today’s children and many generations to come. Wilson is a special community, and I am thankful to be a part of it.

Sincerely,

Ashley George GillBoard President


Board of TrusteesAshley George GillPresident

Kelly FlemingVice President

David FarrellTreasurer

Megan PhilipSecretary

Rob AkredJudson CalkinsDavid ChristensonCatherine FaughtGeorge FujiiLaVonne GingerMike GreeneRob McCormickFernando MercéLinda RobySteve ShepleyLeon WaxerJennifer WoodsAngela Zeng

Ex OfficioThad FalknerHead of School

Mary McKownPA President

Emeriti:Hal Faught *Dora R. GianoulakisSteven GoldsteinCheryl GuttingJoy LissMargaret MilbournMarian NunnRichard Rapfogel

Advisory CouncilCicardi Bruce, JrCandy CadyJessica LissTerry MulliganIrma PattonFlorence ShinkleRobin Wald

*Deceased

For more than 100 years, The Wilson School has been providing children from throughout the St. Louis region with an exceptional education.

Centennial Campaign Executive CommitteeJoy and Jay Liss, Honorary ChairsAshley George Gill, ChairLisa and David Christenson, Major Gifts ChairsMelissa and Michael Greene, Parents ChairsTom Horlacher, Alumni Families ChairMichelle Swanson, Grandparents ChairJudson Calkins, Foundation Chair


At The Wilson School, we pride ourselves on our nurturing environment where every student feels known and connected to the community.


Head of SchoolThad M. Falkner

Assistant Head of SchoolAndrea Ruth

Administrative CoordinatorMarie Unanue

Director of AdmissionsLaura C. Hartung

Director of MarketingJeannette C. Thompson

Development CoordinatorElizabeth Macanufo

Director of FinanceCyndi Ludwinski

School SecretaryJeannie Shay

Student Services CoordinatorMiguel Figueras

Summer Camp CoordinatorMichael Hinkebein

Pre-KindergartenLinda NoelDebbie Wilhelms

Junior KindergartenFritz FahrenkampAmy Wilson

Senior KindergartenMichael HinkebeinMary Jaeger

First GradeLauren CappellPenny Lyles

Second GradeMiguel FiguerasMaureen Zeman

Third GradeCarolyn CadyMara Goldschmidt

Fourth GradeRoberta GoldfederLisa Leuther

Fifth GradeLaurie FinkenkellerKevin McGinnis

Sixth GradeCharla GrayJoseph Thomas

Science—Grades 4, 5 and 6Angie Zinkl

TechnologyMelika Panneri

LibraryPamela Comello

ArtDiane SignorMary Elizabeth Tipton

French/LatinJoana Ocros-Ritter

MusicRebecca Donaldson

Physical EducationRachel Simpson

FacultyAdministration


Academic Achievements

Teachers at The Wilson School take a cooperative, problem-solving approach to the learning process. We encourage our students to ask questions and to think critically. We integrate research, technology and project-based learning into the classroom in order to enhance the curriculum and engage students in meaningful ways.

Our students consistently rank in the top 10th percentile nationally in achievement testing and enjoy excellent secondary school placement. We are proud that, because of the strong academic foundation set at Wilson, they become good citizens and leaders in their professions and communities.


Scores from the Comprehensive Testing Program by Educational Records Bureau (ERB)

Ever since The Wilson School graduated its first class, our alumni have gone on to be accepted to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities throughout the United States.• Boston University• Brown University• California Institute of Technology• Columbia University• Duke University• Harvard University• Northwestern University• Princeton University• Stanford University• University of Notre Dame• Washington University in St. Louis• Wellesley College• West Point U.S. Military Academy• Yale University

Recent Achievements of Wilson Alumni:

• Presidential Scholars• National Merit Scholars• National Merit Semi-Finalists• National Merit Letters

of Commendation• National Achievement Awards for

Outstanding Black Students• Missouri “Bright Flight”

Scholarships from the Missouri General Assembly

• St. Louis Post-Dispatch Scholar Athletes

Students in the class of 2014 were accepted to the following schools:• Chaminade College

Preparatory School• Crossroads College

Preparatory School• John Burroughs School• MICDS• Saint Louis Priory School• Thomas Jefferson School• Villa Duchesne• Visitation Academy• Westminster Christian

Academy• Whitfield School

Graduates of The Wilson School are well prepared and ready for the next step in their education.

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2013-2014

GivingAnnual Giving Campaign 2013-2014

Thistle Society Cornerstone Members

Heather and Rob AkredCatherine A. FaughtMichelle and Robert McCormickKaisa-Leena and Charles StuckeChristine Moody and Stephen Tillery

Thistle Society Leadership CircleAnonymousCandy and Flip CadyAshley George Gill and Scott GillChris Merryman Gueck and Jim

GueckTania Beasley-Jolly and William JollyWells Fargo Foundation

Thistle Society 1913 BenefactorAnonymousMelinda and Jeffrey BiermanTera Harrington and Gregory BantrupReneé and Marvin DufnerHélène Urvoaz and David FarrellMary and Gerard GuntherKerri and Ray HartmannAngela Zeng and Shawn HuMarye Gleva and Chuck HuddlestonJoy and Jay LissK. C. and Fernando MercéMonsantoRama Suresh and Suresh NarayananRobin and Joel PrakkenLinda and G. Ronald RobyMarian Nunn and Tom WendelJennifer and Jason Woods

Thistle Society SponsorAnonymousKelly Fleming and Philippe BalletMonique and Galen BinghamMary and Christopher BloomstranElaine Moss and Alan BreckenridgePilar and Judson CalkinsLisa and David ChristensonThe Coca-Cola FoundationHillary and Daniel ElfenbeinBetty and David FarrellTao Zhang and Joseph FlahertyTanya and Bart FrenchTerri and George FujiiAbby and Joe GoldbergJanet and Tom HorlacherNancy JoistAmanda and Michael KlopfensteinLori and Steven KrekelerStacey Lai and Samson LiKimberly and Eric LivingstonCole and Anthony McBrideBetsy Tuttle-Newhall and Phil NewhallMegan and Matthew PhilipSusan Culican and John PruettRachel and Scott RoseLori and Bruce RothSteve ShepleyBettina and Stephen StraussSarah Griesbach and Florian ThomasElna Nagasako and Leon Waxer

Wilson PartnerAnheuser-BuschAmy and Thad FalknerSally and Steve GelfmanCharla and Ashley GrayRochelle and John E. Hall

Brooke Shadel and Steven LawrenceMary Tricamo Park and Ben ParkKatie and Michael ScaggsJoyce Koenig and Kenneth

SchowengerdtNikoleta Kolovos and Douglas

SchuererAlison and Scott SilvestryThe Thomas Hill Ward Foundation

Wilson PromoterCanan and Burchan BayazitCynthia and Alex Berger IIIOlivia BourChristy CavalliniMegan and Michael ClearyAnne Pokoski and Ian CohenDahven White and Allan DoctorJean and Francis DudaShelly and Mike EdwardsElizabeth and Christopher FeldmeirSusy Stark and Paul FendlerMara and Rich GoldschmidtMiechele Catt and Josh GoldstienMolly and Peter GrayAnne-Marie and Dominic GreeneMelissa and Michael GreeneCissy and Jim Hacking in honor of

Abby and Kate GrayLaura HartungMary Ellen and Donald HawfAmy and Andrew HogensonMary and Bradford HohenbergBill KafigFriederike and Daniel KreiselVictoria and Stephen LeRescheCyndi and Rob LudwinskiMelanie and Christopher McKean


Mary and Michael McKownHeather Flabiano and Ross MurfinAllégra Clément-Bayard and Andrew

NewmanIrma PattonMiriam RodinAndrea and Justin RuthBecky Glenn and Gene RuthMaria and Charles SchweizerNicole Deptula-Sherwood and Karna

SherwoodShaista and Sameer SiddiquiMarilyn and Les SmallMichelle and Tim SwansonRachel Shoup and Michael SwistonBarbara and Lawrence TaylorNauty and Kevin TeubnerJeannette and Nathan ThompsonThomson ReutersMarie UnanueElsie Listrom and David Wood

Wilson FriendStephanie AckermanSafa AlaiKris Brill and Leo AsaroRomila and Naeem AslamMargaret and Zachary BaischTeresa BenbenekIsabel and Craig BiesterfeldJanet Solecki and Flint BoettcherTaylor BruceMargaret Dunbar and James ButlerCarolyn CadyLauren and Eric CappellLetah CarruthersAmanda and Matthew CashenMartha CharepooNuviah Shirazi and Stephen ClarkPamela ComelloShelley Porter and Michael ConnonJocelyn and Herbert DamperMatthew DeWaelscheMeryl DeWoskinChristina and Sean DohertyRebecca DonaldsonJamila DoverChristy and David DrewBob and Sarah DunnDianne and Gerald ElfenbeinKelly and Joseph EspositoM. Fritz FahrenkampKaren and Miguel FiguerasLaurie and Bob FinkenkellerRollin and Diane FishbackAilce Duarte-Fletcher and Gregory

Fletcher

Nancy J. Frantz in honor of Joy and Jay Liss’ birthdays

Julie FriedmanLisa and Matthew GiesekingSara and Eric GilbertRoberta and Maury GoldfederDeborah Finkelstein and Rob GrimmEliza HalcombMargaret HermesCynthia Whited and Michael HinkebeinSuzanne and Theodore HoffmanMary Cox and Johns HopkinsMary and Ray JaegerHank JonasCristi and Willie KingLisa and Tim LeutherYumeng and Shawn MahoneyPenny LylesElizabeth and James MacanufoSarah and Matthew MacEwanKathie and Peter MacEwanKathryn and Sidney MachefskyStephanie and Doug MadisonAnne and Jeremy MayesCarolyn and Kevin McGinnisBeth Meyer and A. Dale StohreTwinda Murry and Thomas MillerTheresa and Michael MulliganHeejin Lee and Jihyun NamNew York LifeLinda and Claude NoelJoana Ocros-Ritter and Detlef RitterOhimai Ehimiaghe and Uche Ohimai-

EhimiagheMike PanneriMelika and Nick PanneriShannon ParkerJacqueline PerrymanJudith PorterPatricia and John Pruett

Elizabeth Blake and Ruben RosarioLeila Sadat and Andrew RubenTiwi and Mark RushElisabeth SchmidtKristin and Ben ScullyBeth Fisher and Amit ShahBipin and Karuna ShahJeannie and Terry ShayTatyana Demidovich and Stanley

ShenderovDiane SignorLuther SimmonsRachel SimpsonKaren and Robert SlonimAnn Thomas-Smith and Michael Smith

in honor of Madeline JersanLindsay and Joe ThomasCarolyn TraubeDebbie and Pete WilhelmsAmy and Mike WilsonPatricia and Michael WolffMaureen and Buz ZemanAngie and Ken Zinkl

Excellence Program DonorsHeather and Rob AkredAnheuser-BuschAnonymousKelly Fleming and Philippe BalletCanan and Burchan BayazitCarolyn CadyPilar and Judson CalkinsLauren and Eric CappellLetah CarruthersAmanda and Matthew CashenLisa and David ChristensonNuviah Shirazi and Stephen ClarkMegan and Michael ClearyPamela Comello


Tanya and Bart FrenchTerri and George FujiiAshley George Gill and Scott GillLisa and Matthew GiesekingAbby and Joe GoldbergRoberta and Maury GoldfederMara GoldschmidtCharla and Ashley GrayMolly and Peter GrayAnne-Marie and Dominic GreeneDeborah Finkelstein and Rob GrimmChris Merryman Gueck and Jim GueckJohn E. HallMary and Ray JaegerAmanda and Michael KlopfensteinBrooke Shadel and Steven LawrenceLisa and Tim LeutherStacey Lai and Samson LiJoy and Jay LissYumeng and Shawn MahoneyCyndi and Rob LudwinskiPenny LylesElizabeth and James MacanufoAnne and Jeremy MayesCarolyn and Kevin McGinnisMelanie and Christopher McKeanK. C. and Fernando MercéMonsantoHeather Flabiano and Ross MurfinBetsy Tuttle-Newhall and Phil NewhallLinda and Claude NoelMelika and Nick PanneriMary Tricamo Park and Ben ParkShannon ParkerMegan and Matthew PhilipJudith PorterSusan Culican and John Pruett

Joana Ocros-Ritter and Detlef RitterLinda and G. Ronald RobyElizabeth Blake and Ruben RosarioLori and Bruce RothAndrea and Justin RuthJoyce Koenig and Kenneth

SchowengerdtJeannie and Terry ShaySteve ShepleyAnn Thomas-Smith and Michael Smith

in honor of Lillian JersanBeth Meyer and A. Dale StohreKaisa-Leena and Charles StuckeMichelle and Tim SwansonBarbara and Lawrence TaylorLindsay and Joe ThomasJeannette and Nathan ThompsonElna Nagasako and Leon WaxerWells Fargo FoundationDebbie and Pete WilhelmsAmy and Mike WilsonPatricia and Michael WolffJennifer and Jason WoodsMaureen and Buz ZemanAngie and Ken Zinkl

Special Recognition100% Annual Giving Participation:

• Wilson School Board of Trustees• Wilson School Faculty &

Administration• Pre-Kindergarten Parents

EndowmentJay and Joy LissFrank Seeger

Mabel Wilson Society Founder’s Circle

Herbert Atherton*Catherine and Hal* FaughtAshley George Gill and Scott Gill

*Deceased

In-KindHélène Urvoaz and David FarrellBill KafigYumeng and Shawn MahoneyPlastic Band

Special Gifts and ProjectsRebecca DonaldsonHillary and Daniel ElfenbeinCatherine A. FaughtMary and Michael McKown

The Mabel Wilson SocietyAll planned giving donors will be included in the newly formed Mabel Wilson Society. This group will ensure the legacy of our founder, an innovative educator and loving woman.

Planned gifts designated to The Wilson School will be directed toward our endowment, which in turn provides the school with a reliable source of income in perpetuity. These essential funds support Wilson’s ability to provide tuition assistance, professional development and curriculum enhancement.

Mabel Wilson, founder of The Wilson School


2014 Après Ski

Thistle AuctionVolunteer Leadership

Auction Steering CommitteeLisa ChristensonDevon FischerMelissa Greene

AdvertisingHeather AkredCole McBride

Acknowledgements and MailingKerri Hartmann

ProcurementMelanie McKean

Class ProjectsReneé Dufner

Class BasketsK.C. Mercé

CommunicationsMegan Philip

Dance CoordinatorsRexford Calkins, Amarah Friedman,

Lindsey Okafor, Brooke Perryman, Rachel Simpson

DecorationsDevon Fischer

Invitation DesignMelika Panneri

Program BookRob Akred, Megan Philip

Sign-Up PartiesMelinda Bierman, Kristin Scully

Class Sign-Up PartiesShelly Edwards

Auction DonorsPK ClassJK ClassSK Class1st Grade Class2nd Grade Class3rd Grade Class4th Grade Class5th Grade Class6th Grade Class1st National BankAllen Outdoor SolutionsAnonymousStacey AsherBaskin FarmBig Shark Bicycle CompanyBiggies RestaurantThe Block RestaurantBlood & SandBob’s SeafoodBotanicals Design StudioBrazikat Brazilian Steak & Seafood

HouseElaine Moss and Alan BreckenridgeBrentwood Dental GroupBristol Seafood GrillBroadway Oyster BarButler’s PantryCarolyn Cady

Cakes by LynnPilar CalkinsLauren CappellCardinal Car WashCasa Loma BallroomChallenger Learning CenterChandler Hill VineyardsMartha CharepooChesterfield Athletic ClubChestnut Mountain ResortLisa and David ChristensonCircus FloraCity of Clayton Parks & RecreationCJ MuggsMegan and Michael ClearyCOCACODI The BoutiquePam ComelloShelley Porter and Michael ConnonCreve Coeur CameraDahven White and Allan DoctorRebecca DonaldsonDot Dot DashDrury HotelsReneé and Marvin DufnerShelly and Mike EdwardsElectronic Arts Inc.Elemental EstheticsExtra Virgin - An Olive OvationFritz FahrenkampThad FalknerThe Family ArenaFarmer GirlCatherine FaughtMiguel FiguerasLaurie FinkenkellerFive Star BurgersTao Zhang and Louis Flaherty


Garden Heights NurseryGateway ArchGateway CrossfitChris GeorgenGifted Resource CouncilGinger Bay SalonAbby and Joe GoldbergRoberta GoldfederCaroline GoldschmidtMara GoldschmidtCharla GrayMolly and Peter GrayThe Great Cover UpGreen Mountain CoffeeAnne-Marie and Dominic GreeneMelissa and Mike GreeneGregory’s Creative CuisineDeborah Finkelstein and Robert GrimmGringoGus’ Pretzel Shop GymboreeHampton Inn and Suites at Forest ParkHappy TailsKerri and Ray HartmannHighlights MagazineMichael HinkebeinHodak’sMary and Brad HohenbergHome Wine KitchenInfinity Laser Hair Removal & Skin

RejuvenationMary JaegerJon Thomas Salon SpaSeneca JonesCristi and Willie KingKorein Tillery, LLCKreis’ Restaurant

Randy KuninLaugh FactoryBrooke Shadel and Steven LawrenceLisa LeutherLindamood-Bell Learning ProcessesLook After Hair CompanyPenny LylesElizabeth MacanufoMad ScienceThe Magic HouseYumeng and Shawn MahoneyKen MallinMax & Erma’sCole and Anthony McBrideKevin McGinnisMelanie and Chris McKeanMary and Michael McKownK.C. and Fernando MercéMissouri Botanical GardenMorgenthaler’sThe Museum of Science and Industry

of ChicagoMuseum of TransportationMyseumNestlé PurinaNicoLinda NoelJoana Ocros-RitterOlivette LanesOverlook FarmPaisley BoutiqueMelika PanneriMary Tricamo Park and Ben ParkMegan and Matthew PhilipThe Pilates & Yoga Center of LaduePilates & Yoga of ClaytonPin Up Bowl

Preston Salon SpaPRP Wine InternationalRachel and Scott RoseLori and Bruce RothAndrea and Justin RuthBecky Glenn and Gene RuthAdriana and Neil SchanbuschSchlafly BeerSchnucksDiane SignorSilver Maple FarmAlison SilvestryRachel SimpsonSkip to My Loo, LLCSplashSt. Louis CardinalsSt. Louis CarouselSt. Louis CinemasSt. Louis RamsSt. Louis Science CenterStanley SteemerStrauss PeytonKaisa-Leena and Charles StuckeSunshine Drapery & Interior DesignSwing Around Fun TownTableTeam Central GymnasticsTed DrewesJoe ThomasJeannette ThompsonTime for DinnerMary Beth TiptonTower Tee GolfUpper LimitsUrban Chestnut Brewing CompanyVieVilla Duschesne


W. Schiller & Co., IncWehrenberg TheatresWelsch Heating and CoolingDebbie WilhelmsAmy WilsonChristina and Timothy WomblesJennifer and Jason WoodsYoga SourceMaureen ZemanAngie Zinkl

2014 Joy Liss Faculty Appreciation Fund

The Joy Liss Faculty Appreciation Fund was established in honor of the many years of outstanding service given by Mrs. Joy Liss to The Wilson School. Contributions to the fund underwrite faculty attendance at the Thistle Auction.

AnonymousHeather and Rob AkredKelly Fleming and Philippe BalletPilar and Judson CalkinsLisa and David ChristensonMarvin and Reneé DufnerKelly and Joseph EspositoHélène Urvoaz and David FarrellAnn FrenchBart and Tanya FrenchTerri and George FujiiAshley George Gill and Scott GillLaVonne GingerMelissa and Mike GreeneChris Merryman Gueck and Jim GueckMary and Brad HohenbergAngela Zeng and Shawn HuAmanda and Michael KlopfensteinJoy and Jay LissAnne and Jeremy MayesMichelle and Rob McCormickMary and Michael McKownK.C. and Fernando MercéLori and Andrew O’BrienShannon ParkerMegan and Matthew PhilipLinda and Ronald RobyMiriam RodinSteve ShepleyAlison and Scott SilvestryChristine Moody and Stephen TilleryJessica Liss and Steve TraubeElna Nagasako and Leon WaxerMarian Nunn and Tom WendelJennifer and Jason Woods

Auction UnderwritersLisa and David ChristensonJudith A. HartungMary and Michael McKownAdriana and Neil Schanbusch

In-Kind DonorsAbstrakt MarketingAccoladeBryan CaveDominic GreeneAndrew NewmanMelika Panneri


PA FundraisingArtsoniaBook FairsInnisbrook Wrapping Paper

& Specialty Gift SaleParent DuesPassive Fundraising:• Gift cards• Schnucks• TargetWilson Family Sports NightsWilson Wear

Activities Supported by PAArtsoniaBirthday Book ClubBook Fairs:• Barnes & Noble Book Fair• Scholastic Book Fair• Used Book SaleCentennial Capital CampaignClass Trips for 5th & 6th gradesCosmic BowlInnisbrook School SuppliesParent CoffeesSchool PicnicSpeaker Series EventStaff Appreciation: • Birthday Gifts• Conference Day Luncheons• Teacher Appreciation WeekWilson Family Sports Nights:• Blues• Cardinals• RamsWilson Wear:• Fall and Spring Collections• Lands End• Team UniformsYearbook

The Wilson School Parents’ Association (PA) supported many wonderful activities and events for The Wilson School community during the 2013-2014 school year.

Parents’ Association

Summary of Activities

Parents are a vital part of the school community volunteering their time and resources to make Wilson a very special, welcoming place.


Officers

PresidentMary McKown

Vice PresidentChristy Doherty

SecretaryMelanie McKean

TreasurerKeith Fuller

Committees – Chair/Co-Chairs

ArtsoniaChristine Moody

Birthday Book ClubMarie Unanue

Birthday Bulletin BoardTiwi Rush

Book SaleKerri HartmannElaine Moss

Cosmic BowlSally GelfmanLysa Sayad

EmailChristine Moody

Scholastic Book FairRachel RoseAngela Zeng

School PicnicClare BradyScott Rose

School SuppliesMonica Witherspoon

Speaker SeriesK.C. MercéMonica Gunther

Staff AppreciationShelly EdwardsRachel Rose

Used Book SaleSarah GriesbachJim Gueck

Wilson WearMelinda BiermanMegan Philip

Wrapping Paper SaleHeather AkredReneé Dufner

YearbookJoseph Esposito

Parents’ Representative CommitteePK – Sarah and Matthew MacEwanJK – Molly GraySK – Hélène Urvoaz1st – Shelly Edwards2nd – Reneé Dufner3rd – Rachel Rose4th – K.C. Mercé5th – Tanya French6th – Clare Brady

AlternatesPK – Devon FischerJK – Mary HohenbergSK – Devon Fischer1st – Angela Zeng2nd – Kerri Hartmann3rd – Robin Prakken4th – Reneé Dufner5th – Melinda Bierman6th – Cathy Bansch

Parents’ Association Leadership


Tuition and Fees 3,115,127$ Tuition Assistance (400,144)

Tuition, Net 2,714,983 81%Extracurricular Activities 225,142 7%Annual Giving 250,567 7%Special Events, Net 93,049 3%Other 59,663 2%

Total Revenues and Support 3,343,404

Educational Programs 2,855,970 78%General and Administrative 691,351 19%Fundraising 112,746 3%

Total Expenses 3,660,067

Capital Campaign Contributions 215,283 Extraordinary Gain 233,749

Total Other Revenues (Expenses) 449,032

Change in Net Assets 132,369$

* Other Revenues (Expenses) are not included in the summary pie charts.

Current Assets 1,199,018$ Current Liabilities 1,407,709$ Promises to Give, Net Current Portion 369,807 Long Term Liabilities 3,536,956 Investments 68,000 Total Liabilities 4,944,665 Property and Equipment, Net 8,067,761 Investments, Donor Restricted 240,605

Net Assets 5,000,526

Total Assets 9,945,191$ Total Liabilities & Net Assets 9,945,191$

Other Revenues (Expenses)*

Summary Statement of Financial PositionAs of June 30, 2014

Assets Liabilities

Net Assets

Financial Summary

The financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014, were audited by an independent accounting firm and they have issued an unmodified opinion on their auditor's report. The following is a summary of that information and is not intended to be a full set of financials. The audited financial statements, in their entirety, are available upon request.

Summary Statement of ActivitiesFor the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014

Revenues & Support

Expenses

Tuition, Net81%

Extracurricular Activities

7%

Annual Giving

7%

Special Events, Net

3%

Other2%

Revenues & Support Summary

Educational Programs

78%

General and Administrative

19%

Fundraising3%

Expenses Summary

The Wilson School

Financial Summary of Activities

The financial statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014, were audited by an independent accounting firm and they have issued an unmodified opinion on their auditor’s report. The following is a summary of that information and is not intended to be a full set of financials. The audited financial statements, in their entirety, are available upon request.


The Tradition of Excellence Continues

We are grateful for the community support that enables The Wilson School to provide unprecidented opportunities for our students, educators and staff.

Together, we are able to consistently achieve beyond the national norms for independent schools in the areas of faculty tenure, investment in professional development and student achievement.

Thank you!


The Wilson School400 DeMun AvenueClayton, MO 63105

314-725-4999

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This report honors donors who have made gifts to The Wilson School during the 2013-2014 fiscal year. We have reviewed the names of the contributors listed as carefully as possible, but errors may still occur. If your name has been omitted, misspelled or incorrectly listed, please notify the Development Office.

2013-14 Wilson School Annual Report

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