Features

NAMES & FACES
A Conversation With The New DEI Director
After 20 years on college campuses, Mr. Daymyen Layne is excited to serve as the new Director of DEI for the school.
Ethan Shin '25
Sep 28, 2023

COMMUNICATIONS
Dr. Amber Douglas Commits to a Transformative Education
Bringing her experiences from higher education and in clinical psychology, Dr. Douglas is committed to the betterment of the school student body and the values of the community.
Ben Wistar '26
Sep 28, 2023

NAMES & FACES
Mr. Souleman Toure ’19 Aims to Expand the School’s Reach
Mr. Souleman Toure ’19 returns to the school as the new Coordinator of Multicultural Recruitment and Retention in the Admission Office
Anthony St. Clair '25
Sep 28, 2023

NAME'S AND FACES
Introducing Dr. John Hyland
Dr. John Hyland came to the school this fall as an Instructor in English after teaching at schools around the world, most recently at Berkshire School.
Clemmie Morlock '26
Sep 28, 2023

ANGELA LI ’24
Isabella Wei ’23
"So don’t let the big environment take over your life and define you; instead, pay attention to yourself, to the little things.:
Isabella Wei '23
Jun 2, 2023

MISCHIANZA
Carrie Cao ’23
"Over my time at Hotchkiss, I have made invaluable friendships and countless unforgettable memories"
Carrie Cao '23
Jun 2, 2023

MISCHIANZA
Maddie Lykouretzos ’23
"One of the most important lessons I learned at Hotchkiss is that you can’t get through anything alone."
Maddie Lykouretzos ’23
Jun 2, 2023

MISCHIANZA
Ryan Tse ’23
"Even in the midst of the business of Hotchkiss, enjoy your time here – it will pass by so quickly."
Ryan Tse '23
Jun 2, 2023

MISCHIANZA
Mary Tyree ’23
Chess Club Head, Veterans Club Head, [htv] Club Head, Student Activities Committee Member, Buehler Proctor
Mary Tyree '23
Jun 2, 2023

CAROLINE KENNY-BURCHFIELD '77
Students Teach SOAR Classes at Area Schools
SOAR offered 30+ courses to local children in the winter and spring.
J.T. Popp '26
May 18, 2023

CAROLINE KENNY-BURCHFIELD '77
St. Lukeʼs Society: Promoting Public Service Since 1892
“It’s so easy to get wrapped up in the Hotchkiss bubble, but through volunteering, students can make an impact in the outside community.” - Harrison Hoffman ’24
Charan Venkataswamy '26 and Sean Hwang '26
May 18, 2023

COMMUNICATIONS
Ginny Faus Inspires Students to Pursue Science
“I will miss her support...the gentle giant she has been in the department. To me, Mrs. Faus is larger than life.” - Dr. Richard Kirby
Katie Yang '25
Apr 27, 2023

JAMI HUANG '25
Jim Fornshell Fosters Love of Literature
“He was a huge part of creating the Humanities program. His work has had a huge impact on what we teach and how we teach.” - Ms. Carita Gardiner
Katharine Ellis '26
Apr 27, 2023

MISCHIANZA/ARCHIVES
“Coops”– Iconic Coach, Dean, and Teacher
“She’s a leader... in a classroom, dorm, or class. She was ‘student-centered’ long before that was a thing.” - Dr. Merrilee Mardon
Katie Qian '26
Apr 27, 2023

COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Faus, Champion of the Arts
“Mr. Faus has always emphasized the notion of fi nding meaning in your artmaking. Don’t just draw something – say something, tell a story.” - Mr. Charlie Noyes ’78
Katie Yang '25
Apr 27, 2023

JAMI HUANG '25
Ellen Fontaine Keeps School Running From Behind the Scenes
“Take full advantage of all Hotchkiss has to offer. Don’t sweat the small stuff – life is too short.” - Ms. Ellen Fontaine
Peter Berlizov '24
Apr 27, 2023

HANNA SUN '24
Looking Forward to Eco Day
Eco Day activities will include volunteering with advisory groups.
Emmett Roswech '25 and J.T. Popp '26
Apr 13, 2023

SEA PHONGSPHETRARAT ’24
Spring at Fairfield Farm
The Farm supplies produce to the school and the local food bank.
Clemmie Morlock '26
Apr 13, 2023

ETHAN SHIN '25
Library Organizes Poetry Walk
“Think / how many long years / this tree waited as a seed / for an animal or bird or wind or rain / to maybe carry it to maybe the right spot / where again it waited months for seasons to change...” -Padma Venkatraman
Arielle Sibley-Grice '26
Apr 13, 2023

HOTCHKISS ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
A Glimpse Into the Libraryʼs History
“It is the heart and soul of our community... one of the centerpieces of the campus, without a doubt.” -Mrs. Caroline Kenny-Burchfield ’77