The ReMarker | May 2016 by St. Mark's School of Texas

ST. MARK’S SCHOOL OF TEXAS 10600 PRESTON ROAD DALLAS, TX. 75230

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MAY 13, 2016 VOLUME 62 ISSUE 7

NOT UP FOR DEBATE

After an eight year drought, seniors Ansch Khullar and Ammar Plummar bring home the Debate National Championship trophy, and end their season with a win —by starting the tournament off with a loss

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‘THE ULTIMATE GOAL

WAS TO WIN SPC. WE KNEW WE COULD MAKE IT

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Bill Kysor rtires after forty-seven years of teaching ceramics and leaves behind a legacy that spans far beyond the studio.

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End of the road ahead for Class of 2016 as Commencement nears

ommencement will be held May 20 on the Green Commencement Theater in the Perot Quadrangle at 8 p.m. White tux-donning seniors will walk across the stage to receive their diplomas and complete their journey here. Jbeau Lewis ’98, former Headmaster’s Cup winner and a music agent in Los Angeles, will give the Commencement address. “I like the fact that the speaker choice is a departure from the normal,” senior Ward Rushton said. “It’s someone who was a valedictorian, but did something different and found success that way. I’m sure he will have some

great stories to tell.” At Commencement, distinguished seniors will receive awards recognizing their service to the school and their embodiment of the school’s values. These awards include the Citizenship Cup, the School Flag and the Headmaster’s Cup. “For me, the whole Commencement ceremony will be really powerful,” senior Zachary Naidu said. “Especially since I’ve spent all 12 years here, there’s a lot to think about during this culmination of our experience. I haven’t really had a chance to sit back and soak it all in yet, so I think that will really be the night that I go through all of that.”

It’s an emotional moment for many Marksmen — some members of the 12-Year Club who began here in the first grade will complete their high school education. “I’ve been doing a whole lot of work for the majority of my whole life for this and I consider myself really fortunate to have been here for 12 years,” senior Harrison Kampf said. “I will consider it one of the greatest accomplishments of my life.” The valedictorian, who hasn’t been announced, and Senior Class President Philip Montgomery will both give speeches, along with Lewis. “I’m looking forward to

thanking all the people who have contributed to our journey so much,” Montgomery said. “A lot of times, we forget how much work goes into us being on the graduation stage, and so it’s good to have that chance to just get to give thanks. This night is about the Class of 2016, but it is also about the parents, friends and teachers who have put so much time into our growth.” It’s the culmination of the St. Mark’s experience: the surreal moment when the seniors will be cheered on by fellow classmates, teachers and family members. While graduation may be a bittersweet moment for many seSee Commencement, page 7

Commencement Event

Commencement for Class of 2016 May 20 Date 8 p.m. Time Location Green Commencement Theater in the Perot Quadrangle Music agent Speakers Jbeau Lewis ‘98 Class president Philip Montgomery Valedictorian (to be announced) Headmaster’s Cup Awards School Flag Citizenship Cup Follows in Great Hall Reception