Celebrate 115 years. Music. Bringing. to Life. Phil Woods performing at inaugural Jazz Festival

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1 Celebrate 115 years o f Bringing Music to Life Phil Woods performing at inaugural Jazz Festival

2 1Board of Directors, Staff & Faculty Board of Directors Banner, Robert L. III Borger, Patricia A. Borsuk, Alan Broeckel, Ulrich Brown, Darice Elser, Elizabeth Gehl, Carol A. Giuffre, Alan Staf President & Chief Executive Officer Gregory Ruffer Administration Patrick McCarville, Chief Financial Officer Rachel Fritz, Chief Operations Officer Jared Schulz, Assistant to the President and Associate and Student Services Olivia Hemley, Associate, Student Services Donald Williams, Facilities Caretaker Marketing and Development Albert L. Smith, Vice President, Marketing & Development Adam Shafer, Manager, Development Danielle Wrobleski, Manager, Development Melissa Schoechert, Manager, Marketing Early Childhood/General Music Andrea DeGreiff-Beisser Drew Donica Meaghan Heinrich Elise Pennington* Lynn Roginske Emily Stodola Nathan Wesselowski Sarah Zietlow Jazz Institute David Bayles, drums Mark Davis, piano* John Foshager, piano Aaron Gardner, saxophone/flute Jeff Hamann, bass Eric Jacobson, trumpet Jim Paolo, bass Robin Pluer, voice Eric Schoor, saxophone Paul Silbergleit, guitar Vocal Arts Jenny Gettel Alisa Jordheim Phillip Pearl Robin Pluer Anne Elise Richie Gregory Ruffer Faculty Marlee Sabo Nathan Wesselowski Sarah Zietlow* Rock Bands Matt Liban Matthew Schroeder Strings Violin Kate Behring Gretchen Grube Phillip Grossman Alexander Mandl Tatiana Migliaccio Julie Bamberger Roubik* Emily Stodola Viola Julie Bamberger Roubik* Emily Stodola Cello Kristian Ring Courtney Sharp Marie Sinco Warren Bass Jeff Hamann Jim Paolo Harp Kelsey Molinari Herzing, Henry Herzing, Suzanne Holtz, James A. Johnson, Trent M. Marcus, Gregory Miller, Jack Phalen, Richard M. Ponczak, Glen Reyes, Michael Ruffer, Gregory Thomas, Kurt Turner, John Walker, Kimberly R. Wann, Mary Alice Wilkinson, Terrence R. James A. Wolter Education Shalisa Kline Ugaz, Vice President, Education Meaghan Heinrich Director, Conservatory Connections Mark Davis, Dept. Chair, Jazz Institute Drew Donica, Faculty, Piano Specialist Teresa Drews, Dept. Chair, Piano Gretchen Grube, Faculty, String Specialist Raymond Mueller, Librarian Elise Pennington, Dept. Chair, General Music Julie Roubik, Dept. Chair, Strings Matthew Schroeder, Dept. Chair, Guitar Eric Schoor, Dept. Chair, Winds & Percussion Sarah Zietlow, Dept. Chair, Vocal Arts Piano Yana Avedyan Steven Ayers LaRita Craft Mark Davis Andrea DeGreiff-Beisser Drew Donica Teresa Drews* John Foshager Rachel Fritz Kerry Garcia Kayme Henkel Ioulia Ionina Stefanie Jacob Heinzel Kunsmann Sunkyung Lee Sue Medford Lynn Roginske Maria Valentina Schlei Curtis Stotlar Michael Thiele Guitar Peter Baime Thomas Clippert George Lindquist Raymond Mueller Matthew Schroeder* Paul Silbergleit Marija Temo Woodwinds, Brass & Percussion Woodwinds Aaron Gardner, saxophone/flute Meaghan Heinrich, oboe Andrew Jackson, bassoon Linda Jones, clarinet Steve Cohen, harmonica Carol Meves, flute Rita Mitchell, oboe Orlando Pimentel, clarinet Eric Schoor, saxophone* Brass Nancy Cline, French horn Greg Garcia, trumpet Eric Jacobson, trumpet Jake Tomasicyk, low brass Percussion David Bayles Ryan Kahlbaugh Matt Liban Cecilio Negròn Jr. Julio Pabòn Bony Plog-Benavides Joshua Sherman *Department Chair

3 2 There are times in one s life when the work that we do is so impactful that it remains with us for a lifetime. The year at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music was one of those years. It was a year of challenges that kept us from being stationary for even the shortest time. The year started optimistically with revenues trending ahead of the prior year and projections for a strong finish giving energy to the fall. The spring, unfortunately, did not continue these good fortunes and staff faced financial challenges that required drastic and creative measures to keep the organization moving forward. While donors came out to help us finish ahead of budget for contributed revenue, programmatic revenue dropped and demanded attention to educational programs that had been suffering. The restructuring I had begun in 2013 needed to be ramped up and intensified. New personnel were brought on to breathe life into programs and we embarked upon a 4-month strategic planning process that gave us both historical perspective and a blueprint for the future. Conservatory Connections was given a hard assessment and, with the leadership of Meaghan Heinrich, began to take shape as our leading programmatic area for The challenges were met by a determined, intelligent and selfless staff who came together in a most impressive, and often heroic, way. Letter From The President In the midst of the hard times we experienced amazing successes at every turn. A record number of people visited the McIntosh Goodrich Mansion during Doors Open Milwaukee. The second annual Festival of Trees and Music grew to 32 trees, 11 concerts and 160 students in recital. The Art Song Festival debuted with 36 singers and internationally-acclaimed judges showcasing spectacular singing. The Piano Sonata Festival expanded to include a competitive division and a master class with Cathy Kautsky from Lawrence University. Our inaugural Jazz Festival far surpassed expectation, including a concert by the legendary Phil Woods, one of the last he would ever give. The Education staff spent the summer developing an extensive curriculum for our Music Counts program using state and national standards as the basis for impactful music education. Summer camps featured bucket drumming, larger numbers of students in jazz, partnership for the arts and vocal arts, and our first Rock Star Retreat. Through it all our amazing faculty changed lives one person at a time through incisive, exceptional teaching. The hundreds of people, companies and foundations who gave their hard-earned financial support to the Conservatory made our community a better place through music. These people banked on each of the considerable successes we ve presented in this Report ensuring that the challenges were merely learning opportunities and not set-backs. My staff and I try to let each of our donors know how much they mean to us, but I know that words cannot adequately express the gratitude of children and senior citizens shown through a smile and a sparkle in their eyes. As I said at the beginning of this letter, will not be a year I soon forget. However, despite the numerous learning opportunities we faced, I am more excited and energized about the Wisconsin Conservatory than I have ever been. We do exceptional and important work and we have a community behind us who knows that, for 115 years, this institution is one of the reasons why Milwaukee is such a special place to call home. Thank you for your support. Cheers to a banner year in ! Gregory Ruffer President and CEO

4 3New Staff Members We are excited to welcome some new people to our staf and faculty! Yana Avedyan began working at the Conservatory in August She is a member of the piano faculty. Kate Behring began working at the Conservatory in September She is a member of the string faculty. Drew Donica began working at the Conservatory in June As a member of the piano faculty, he teaches general music through Conservatory Connections, and accompanies WCM faculty and students. Meaghan Heinrich began working at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in April 2015 as Director of Conservatory Connections, managing a broad range of school and community partnerships. She also teaches oboe, early childhood music, and specialty classes for camps and workshops. Olivia Hemley began working at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in July 2015 as Associate, Student Services. Olivia brings with her many skills and talents in customer service. Ryan Kahlbaugh began working at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in September He is a member of the percussion faculty. Anne Elise Richie began working at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music in September She is a mezzo soprano and a member of the vocal arts faculty. Jared Schulz joined the Conservatory in December 2014 serving as the Assistant to the President and Associate in Student Services. He brings with him many years of customer service. Adam Shafer began working at the Conservatory in July 2015 as Manager, Development. With a background in choral and theatre education and a Masters in Vocal Performance from UW-Milwaukee, Adam brings a wide range of talents to his primary role of grant writing and foundation relations. Courtney Sharp began working at the Conservatory in January She is a member of the string faculty. Emily Stodola began working at the Conservatory in September She is a member of the string faculty. Marija Temo began working at the Conservatory in June She is a member of the guitar faculty focusing on Flamenco guitar, dance and singing. Shalisa Kline Ugaz joined staff as Vice President of Education at WCM in August Shalisa oversees the Conservatory Connections program which serves thousands of students throughout Metropolitan Milwaukee as well as the excellent educational programming at all three WCM locations. Shalisa also teaches violin and will be working with students throughout the year. Marie Sinco Warren began working at the Conservatory in April She is a member of the string faculty. Conservatory Internship Opportunities In the fiscal year, the Conservatory is excited to report that partnerships with six internship organizations were established: Independence First, Creative Employment Opportunities, Harrigan & Associates, Milwaukee Public Schools, Lead to Change, and WAICU (Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities). As a result, eight interns were brought on board, including three with special needs. Internships are open to high school and college students who are at least 18 years of age, and they can work up to 400 hours on a variety of projects and areas. Each internship is customized for each individual based on their specific wants and needs. Some of the many areas where interns have provided invaluable assistance include are databases and spreadsheets, summer camps (registration, supervision of participants), 30 Days 30 Ways Campaign, video recording, library support, and organizational efforts. One of the biggest accomplishments completed by the interns was the creation of four different mailing lists and databases for our Conservatory Connections programs, from which significant returns have already been seen. The Conservatory has received positive feedback from a number of organizations on the organizations ability to create a meaningful experience for special needs students. This year, because of the fantastic work done and the headway made, the Conservatory solidified a contract with the Rosemary Kennedy Foundation to fund additional special needs interns. The contract will go into effect in the next fiscal year and it will bring in five additional special needs interns, expanding the entire internship program to ten to fifteen individuals. Interns who have helped us throughout : Patricia Avalos, Becca Bowen, Janessa Galindo, Daniel Hansher, Will Malmquist, Lee Outlaw and Israel Perez.

5 Taking Strategic Command In May 2015 the WCM Strategic Planning Committee began working with the Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management (HBI) team, consisting of Shelly Schnupp, Dan Neely and Doug Ihrke, to set the stage for planning WCM s future. The committee s focus was on the organization s financial status paired with its mission impact. Matrix Map was chosen as the tool to analyze WCM s business lines for financial status and mission impact. This tool was originally developed for nonprofits by Milwaukee-based Spectrum Nonprofit Services. Business lines included both mission focused programs and fund development activities. Strategic Planning 4 Completion of the Matrix Map required two types of information: 1) calculation of the true cost of business lines including organizational overhead, completed by staff in consultation with the HBI Team; and 2) assessing business lines for their level of mission impact. Planning Committee members identified criteria for mission impact. Based on these criteria the committee then completed a survey designed and summarized by the HBI team. Results of these two activities were used to map business lines on the matrix, illustrating each business line s profitability and mission impact. The main discovery found through analyzing the Matrix Map was that the core of WCM s business lines appear strong as most demonstrate financial profitability and strong mission impact. The WCM Planning Committee will look into these findings further to determine: 1) Do these business lines present opportunities that could be expanded? 2) Is there a market for expansion? On August 12, 2015 the Planning Committee met to discuss the Matrix Map and generated ideas for addressing the opportunities and challenges the study revealed. Business lines of either low mission impact or unprofitability were examined in-depth to determine the best ways to address the issues, and continue to be examined. Suggestions ranged from tweaking aspects of programming and fundraising activities to eliminating unprofitable programs and fundraising activities. Increased marketing, new approaches to fundraising and programming alterations were identified as possible courses of action. A number of these recommendations have been implemented since August Actions taken include termination of the Music Therapy program and re-envisioning fundraising activities. The Conservatory continues to face financial and programmatic challenges as the 2016 fiscal year unfolds. The lessons learned through the strategic planning process guide present and future decision making in order to ensure a strong financial position that supports the mission for many years to come Presidential Awards Marcus Anderson, flute student of Aaron Gardner; Louie Schurrer, guitar student of Matt Schroeder; Genevieve Jagodzinski, violin student of Julie Roubik; Christopher Carloni, bass student of John Babbitt; and Eric Chen, piano student of Michael Thiele Each received presidential scholarships based on their performances at the Honors Recital.

6 z az 5J te ns 6 tit Jazz Festival ute I 5 tu i t ns I z Jaz For middle and high school jazz ensembles Batterman Jazz Ensemble March 18 & 19, 2016 WCM Jazz Institute and Batterman Ensemble Gain National Attention and Acclaim 2015 DOWNBEAT Magazine Honors Ensemble Outstanding Performances by a Small Jazz Combo The Jazz Institute had a banner year in The year kicked off with the creation of three honors and merit ensembles. The Batterman Ensemble, Tony King Ensemble and Merit Ensemble were comprised of 18 WCM students from 11 different high schools in the greater Milwaukee area. The ensembles were led by Eric Jacobson, Eric Schoor and Jim Paolo. The program met weekly for ensemble rehearsals, classes on jazz techniques and music theory, as well as a big band rehearsal in which all three ensembles combined into one group. Once a month they had a three hour jam session that was led by Jazz Institute faculty members. The ensembles first public performance took place at Festival of Trees & Music in November. Students also performed at Swing in April, adding their jazzy talents to the biggest fundraising event of the year. It took very little time for the Batterman Ensemble to achieve success. Batterman Ensemble Eric Jacobson, Director Revenue Jazz Faculty actively engaged in the Community Members of the Jazz Institute faculty, many of which make up the resident jazz group We Six, were busy performing and teaching throughout the year. We Six performed eight concerts featuring the music of Horace Silver, Wayne Shorter, Sounds of Brazil, and their very own compositions. Adding to that, faculty members performed at four other events, including Jazz Education Day at Summerfest and with internationally renowned jazz guitarist Peter Bernstein. Mark Davis, chair of the institute, presented a Jazz History series at St. John s on the Lake. We Six held residencies at Cedarburg High School and Brookfield East High School. As a part of the Conservatory Coaches program, faculty members worked with groups at six area high schools. John Babbitt (bass) David Bayles (drums) Mark Davis (piano) John Foshager (piano) Aaron Gardner (saxophone & flute) Jeff Hamann (bass) Eric Jacobson (trumpet) Jim Paolo (bass) Robin Pluer (voice) Eric Schoor (saxophone) Paul Silbergleit (guitar) Contributions..... Mark Davis, Jazz Institute$592,479 Chair DownBeat Magazine Award Recipient The ensemble won the DownBeat Magazine Award for Honors Ensemble Outstanding Performance. This ensemble was able to showcase their talents over the summer at the Bayview Jazz Fest and Summer Soulstice Festival. Inaugural Jazz Festival sees tough competition and sold out headline concert The inaugural year of the Jazz Festival featured 12 middle and high schools, a sold out headliner concert, and a variety of workshops led by faculty members. Jazz legend Phil Woods led the headliner concert along with artist-in-residence Brian Lynch and We Six. The concert was one of Woods final performances. Students and faculty had the great privilege to participate in a Q & A session with Woods at the conclusion of the festival. JAZZ INSTITUTE FACULTY Brian Lynch, Artist-in-Residence Nancy Herro, Jazz Institute Manager Tuition & Fees.... $906,439 Gregory Ruffer, President & CEO wcmusic.org Contracts & Program Fees.. $489,036 Investment Returns. $(10,976) Other Income. $1,922 Revenue Total Support & Revenue... $1,978,900 REVENUE Revenue Contributions..... $592,479 Tuition & Fees.... $906,439 Contributions (29.9%) Tuition & Fees (45.8%) Contracts & Program Fees.. $489,036 Investment Returns. $(10,976) Other Income. $1,922 Total Support & Revenue... $1,978,900 REVENUE Other Income(<1%) Contracts & Program Fees (24.7%)

7 z az 5J te ns 6 tit Jazz Festival ute I 5 tu i t ns I z Jaz For middle and high school jazz ensembles Batterman Jazz Ensemble March 18 & 19, 2016 WCM Jazz Institute and Batterman Ensemble Gain National Attention and Acclaim 2015 DOWNBEAT Magazine Honors Ensemble Outstanding Performances by a Small Jazz Combo The Jazz Institute had a banner year in The year kicked off with the creation of three honors and merit ensembles. The Batterman Ensemble, Tony King Ensemble and Merit Ensemble were comprised of 18 WCM students from 11 different high schools in the greater Milwaukee area. The ensembles were led by Eric Jacobson, Eric Schoor and Jim Paolo. The program met weekly for ensemble rehearsals, classes on jazz techniques and music theory, as well as a big band rehearsal in which all three ensembles combined into one group. Once a month they had a three hour jam session that was led by Jazz Institute faculty members. The ensembles first public performance took place at Festival of Trees & Music in November. Students also performed at Swing in April, adding their jazzy talents to the biggest fundraising event of the year. It took very little time for the Batterman Ensemble to achieve success. Batterman Ensemble Eric Jacobson, Director Revenue Jazz Faculty actively engaged in the Community Members of the Jazz Institute faculty, many of which make up the resident jazz group We Six, were busy performing and teaching throughout the year. We Six performed eight concerts featuring the music of Horace Silver, Wayne Shorter, Sounds of Brazil, and their very own compositions. Adding to that, faculty members performed at four other events, including Jazz Education Day at Summerfest and with internationally renowned jazz guitarist Peter Bernstein. Mark Davis, chair of the institute, presented a Jazz History series at St. John s on the Lake. We Six held residencies at Cedarburg High School and Brookfield East High School. As a part of the Conservatory Coaches program, faculty members worked with groups at six area high schools. John Babbitt (bass) David Bayles (drums) Mark Davis (piano) John Foshager (piano) Aaron Gardner (saxophone & flute) Jeff Hamann (bass) Eric Jacobson (trumpet) Jim Paolo (bass) Robin Pluer (voice) Eric Schoor (saxophone) Paul Silbergleit (guitar) Contributions..... Mark Davis, Jazz Institute$592,479 Chair DownBeat Magazine Award Recipient The ensemble won the DownBeat Magazine Award for Honors Ensemble Outstanding Performance. This ensemble was able to showcase their talents over the summer at the Bayview Jazz Fest and Summer Soulstice Festival. Inaugural Jazz Festival sees tough competition and sold out headline concert The inaugural year of the Jazz Festival featured 12 middle and high schools, a sold out headliner concert, and a variety of workshops led by faculty members. Jazz legend Phil Woods led the headliner concert along with artist-in-residence Brian Lynch and We Six. The concert was one of Woods final performances. Students and faculty had the great privilege to participate in a Q & A session with Woods at the conclusion of the festival. JAZZ INSTITUTE FACULTY Brian Lynch, Artist-in-Residence Nancy Herro, Jazz Institute Manager Tuition & Fees.... $906,439 Gregory Ruffer, President & CEO wcmusic.org Contracts & Program Fees.. $489,036 Investment Returns. $(10,976) Other Income. $1,922 Revenue Total Support & Revenue... $1,978,900 REVENUE Revenue Contributions..... $592,479 Tuition & Fees.... $906,439 Contributions (29.9%) Tuition & Fees (45.8%) Contracts & Program Fees.. $489,036 Investment Returns. $(10,976) Other Income. $1,922 Total Support & Revenue... $1,978,900 REVENUE Other Income(<1%) Contracts & Program Fees (24.7%)

8 Year in Review Year In Review September 2014 WCM began it s 115 Year of Bringing Music to Life. October 2014 McIntosh Goodrich Mansion attracts over 1,500 visitors during Doors Open Milwaukee. November 2014 Second annual Festival of Trees & Music featured 11 headliner concerts and dozens of decorated trees from social service organizations and local partners. December 2014 Chanteuse extraordinaire, Robin Pluer dazzled audiences with three nights of French ballads in Festive Soiree. January 2015 The inaugural Art Song Festival was launched with 36 competitors from four states singing for guest judeges Salvatore Champagne, William Floreseu and Howard Lusin. February 2015 The second annual Piano Sonata Festival brought dozens of pianists for adjudicated recitals and a master class with Kathy Kautsky. March 2015 WCM hosted its first Jazz Festival featuring a sold out concert with the late Phil Woods. April 2015 Batterman Ensemble featured in the DownBeat Magazine for Honors Ensemble Outstanding Performance by a small Jazz Ensemble. May 2015 Friends of the late Steve Kleiber held a benefit concert to establish an Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund at WCM. June 2015 UPS employees volunteered their time painting offices and public spaces making a perfect sponsorship initiative. July 2015 Second annual 30 Days, 30 Ways campaign helped raise over $30,000 in donations. August 2015 Wrapped up the Strategic Planning meetings with a headstart into Expenses EXPENSES* Expenses* Program Services.. $1,556,959 Management & General.... $378,459 Fundraising. $267,901 Total... $2,203,319 Program Services (70.7%) Management & General (17.1%) Fundraising (12.2%)

9 Contributors McIntosh Goodrich Society The Tifany Guild $10,000+ Carol and William Gehl Henry and Suzanne Herzing Ms. Stacey Kohl Katharine Mallin Judith McGregor and Richard Gallun Bader Philanthropies Theodore W. Batterman Family Foundation The Lynde & Harry Bradley Foundation Lynde & Harry Bradley Foundation Harmon Brown Family Foundation The Marjorie L Christiansen Foundation Data Financial, Inc. Eugene J. Eder Charitable Foundation Elite Island Resorts Caribbean Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. Greater Milwaukee Foundation Herzfeld Foundation Maihaugen Foundation Marcus Corporation Foundation Milwaukee County Arts Program National Endowment for the Arts Shabahang Persian Carpets Spectrum Interiors The Bert L. & Patricia S. Steigleder Charitable Trust David & Julia Uihlein Charitable Foundation Inc. Zulu Nyala Safari McIntosh Goodrich Society The Charles Lyon Guild $5,000 - $9,999 Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Laskin Robert & Ann McCormick Jack Miller & Courtenay Kessler Christine Rundblad Terrence & Catherine Wilkinson 88Nine Radio Milwaukee Aubrey Johnson Interiors, Ltd. Baird Foundation Ralph Evinrude Foundation Harley-Davidson Foundation Johnson Bank MGIC Milwaukee Arts Board Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Wisconsin Arts Board WMSE 91.7 Radio McIntosh Goodrich Society The William Osborne Guild $2,500 - $4,999 William H. Bonifas Gregory Chrisafis Alan & Patty Giuffre Judith J. Goetz Gregory Ruffer & Peter Stark Kurt & Lynda Thomas Bill Williams Donald & Kathleen Wilson Wilfred W. Wollner Jr. David & Julie Zersen City of Milwaukee Community Development The Mae E. Demmer Charitable Trust Northwestern Mutual Foundation Ortgiesen (Charles D.) Foundation Clare M. Peters Charitable Trust Phi Kappa Phi Foundation United Parcel Service UPAF The Wicked Hop McIntosh Goodrich Society The Corinthian Guild $1,000 - $2,499 Mr. & Mrs. Al Altman Robert & Jody Banner Donald & Donna Baumgartner David Beach Patricia A. Borger Mr. Edward J. Hammond & Marci Brooks Dennis Hayes Derby John & Mary Emory Johnie Farmer Susanne & Richard Foster Mark D. Franke Reesa & Irving Gottschalk Raphael & Lorriann Horvath Fred & Eva Jacob Trent & Lisa Johnson Henry & Mary Ann Koc Brenda Mercer Joeann & James Moran Miles & Lauren O Neil Vera Pawlak Richard & Jeanne Phalen Joseph Pollack Pat & Allen Rieselbach Dr. Robert P. Saichek Carol Schwartz Robert & Colleen Schwartz Laura & Jay Sorensen Janet Syburg Barbara A. Tooman John & Vicki Turner Paula Wojciechowski 8 Brady Street Business Improvement District #11 Captain Install Car Audio Colectivo Coffee* Cramer Coil & Transformer Co., Inc. Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Brookfield & Milwaukee William Stark Jones Foundation Kelben Foundation Kolaga Family Charitable Trust Langer Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc. Milwaukee Public Schools Neil Peterson Foundation Riverside Theater Foundation, Inc. Sprecher Brewery Woman s Club of Wisconsin Contributors Assistant Concertmaster $500 - $999 Angelica & Jeffrey Aldred Michael & Pam Carroll Kimberly Corr Sean Dilweg Rhonda Downey Marilyn & Russell Eisenberg Lynn Forthaus Paula Goldman Sharon Lerner & Michael Grinker Mary E. Hauser Mr. & Mrs. Sanford Horwitt Stefanie Jacob & Scott Tisdel Matt & Kathryn Kamm Gary & Maureen Kavalar Russell Klingaman Phoebe R. & John D. Lewis Dr. Joseph A. Libnoch Dr. Paul Loewenstein & Jody Kaufman Loewenstein John LoGiudice Sue & Gene Medford Steve & Mary Meyer Patricia P. Parsons Patricia & Gordon Pierce Mr. & Mrs. Michael Reyes John & Audra Rumpf

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