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June 2007
Welcome to our June issue of the online newsletter for the MVS community! You will find Campus, Alumni, Athletic, and Advancement News and Updates delivered each month. Enjoy!
MVS students themselves designed the first graduation ceremony. They chose to wear academic gowns in dark blue, light blue, and red. This first group of graduates chose the ceremony's musical theme from the popular group Jefferson Airplane. They gave a choral reading of the lyrics from this group as well as those of singer Bob Dylan during the event. This year's graduating class of 2007 marks the thirty-fourth annual MVS commencement ceremonies.
Distinguished AlumniAwards
-September 6, 2007
Convocation
-September 7, 2007
Homecoming Celebration -October 12 & 13, 2007
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MVS Congratulates the Outstanding Class of 2007
The Miami Valley School community congratulates the outstanding graduating class of 2007. These students were accepted at many prestigious institutions of higher education. The 55 member class was offered acceptance to nearly 100 different universities around the country. The graduates were recognized at the Academic Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 6, and at the Commencement Ceremony held at the Victoria Theatre on Saturday, June 9.
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Students at The Miami Valley School Reach Out to Children in Baghdad
Miami Valley School middle school students organized a school-wide supply drive this spring that resulted in 44 cases of school supplies delivered to underprivileged children in Baghdad, Iraq. The supply drive, initiated by MVS students in the middle school government, resulted in 11 boxes of supplies from the MVS community plus an additional 33 boxes of notebooks donated by MeadWestvaco. The students hosted a bake sale to raise the funds necessary for the international shipping. Read Full Story
Concept for New Alumni Theatre Generates Enthusiasm
A faculty committee led by Peter Camm was established to consider the feasibility of creating a studio theatre within the space of the existing lower school gym. The committee assessed the space, interviewed experts, and toured several professional studio theatres. "It is uncanny that the size of our space is roughly the same as a studio theatre at The Schuster Center in Dayton," explained Camm. "It is easy to imagine how perfectly our lower school gym can be transformed into a fabulous theatre space." Read Full Story
During the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2007, Ashley Tyner ('07) and John Folkerth ('07) presented the senior class gift of $2000 to MVS. This gift was designated to support the new Alumni Theatre. The funds for this gift were set aside from the Class's student government budget each year, resulting in a substantial gift to the school upon their graduation.
20th Annual David Saidel Bike Ride Fun For All
The 20th Annual David Saidel Bike Ride took place on May 28th, starting at Carillon Historical Park. After a few words thanking everyone for attending and honoring his late son David ('82), Burt Saidel shared a few of his "trail tips" before the bike ride began. After a casual bike trip, many of the riders enjoyed refreshments graciously provided by the Saidel family and enjoyed an opportunity to talk with MVS alumni, students, families, faculty, and staff.
Established by the Class of 1990, the Senior Family Gift is a wonderful tradition that expresses appreciation to the MVS Faculty for their dedication and commitment to our students. The Senior Family Gift now includes parents, grandparents, and graduating seniors. The Senior Family Gift is added to the Fund for Faculty Support and invested in the school's endowment. Income generated from the fund offers opportunities for faculty professional development programs, support for a special course or project, funding for visiting artists and speakers, and other related purposes. The generous gift from the families of the Class of 2007 was $16,550 - the largest Senior Family Gift in the school's history! The gift was presented at the Academic Awards ceremony on June 6 by the Senior Family Gift chairs Frank and Renee Handel.
2006-2007 Annual Fund Accepting Donations through June 30
This years annual fund effort will be completed at the close of the fiscal year on June 30, 2007. If you haven't had a chance to participate Donate Online Now! It's been a record year for the annual fund, and we would love to include you in the listing of the 2006-2007 donors.
MVS Boys' Varsity Tennis Finishes Season Ranked 12th in the State
The MVS Boys' Varsity Tennis team finished the 2007 season ranked 12th in the State in Division II. The team was also recognized as the 2nd place Dayton-Area team in Division II. The team received many other honors including: Co-Coach of the Year: Vin Romeo All Area Singles: Jack Adam - 2nd team; Kevin Malarkey - 3rd team All Area Doubles: Eric Reed & Chris Carlson - 1st team;
Omar Khan & Akash Goyal - honorable mention Academic Awards: Omar Khan, Kevin Malarkey, Eric Reed
MVS Track Teams Successful in Postseason Play
The MVS Girls' Varsity Track & Field team saw five members compete and place in the top 10 at the Regional Finals. Elaina Cromer received 8th place in the 100m dash as well as 7th place in the 400m dash. Erika Shaver placed 8th in the 1600m run and the relay team of Erika Shaver, Briana Henry, Sarah Jacobs, and Elaina Cromer received 8th place in the 4x400m relay.
The MVS middle school track team competed at the State track meet on May 26th and were awarded with 3rd place in the 4x200m relay, 3rd place in the 4x400m relay, and 6th place in the 4x100m relay. Congratulations to Keta Burke-Williams, Sarah Caughey, Anne Fyffe, Kathleen Norris, Marissa Peppel, Caitlin Pohl, Lauren Shaver, Arianna Yanes, and Michael Mapes.
Miami Valley School middle school students organized a school-wide supply drive this spring that resulted in 44 cases of school supplies delivered to underprivileged children in Baghdad, Iraq. The supply drive, initiated by MVS students in the middle school government, resulted in 11 boxes of supplies from the MVS community plus an additional 33 boxes of notebooks donated by MeadWestvaco. The students hosted a bake sale to raise the funds necessary for the international shipping. 
Carillon Historical Park. After a few words thanking everyone for attending and honoring his late son David ('82), Burt Saidel shared a few of his "trail tips" before the bike ride began. After a casual bike trip, many of the riders enjoyed refreshments graciously provided by the Saidel family and enjoyed an opportunity to talk with MVS alumni, students, families, faculty, and staff. 
