One Day One KUA 2024

KUA’s annual Day of Giving was April 11, 2024. We roared past our 700 Donor Goal with a resounding 853 Donors! But it is not too late to support The KUA Fund, the Howe Dewedney Residence Hall Challenge, or the Class of 2024 Baxter Hall Bell Tower Restoration for the 2023-24 school year. If you would like to be counted among this year’s supporters, please make your gift now. Thank you!

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Ernie Fernandez, Director of Annual Giving

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Michael and Jessica Smith (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

We love KUA!

Willa Sachs Fresco

2 years ago

In honor of The Russman Araya Family

For all of the love and support. Thank you!

Jordan Garfat (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Because I want to pie Coach P

Ian Barwick (Alumni ’66)

2 years ago

All the best wishes from the class of '66. See you in 2026 for our 60th reunion!

Ben and Christena Lawton (Parent ’20, ’24)

2 years ago

Thank you to KUA for providing our children with a great education, guidance, support, amazing coaches, advisors, dorm parents, and teachers, while also providing leadership opportunities and preparing them to be successful in college and independent adults.

William Gehron (Alumni ’72)

2 years ago

Made a huge impact in my life.

Natalie Whitehead (Alumni ’18)

2 years ago

🧡🐱

Kurt DePoy (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In honor of Brian Randolph

Jennifer & Stephen Clark (Parent ’25, ’26)

2 years ago

Go KUA!!

Sarah Merrill (Alumni ’84)

2 years ago

In honor of Alan Merrill ‘55

Josh Nemer (Alumni ’98)

2 years ago

I just recently was back at KUA it had been 20 plus years since I had visited last and I was really impressed with how much the school has improved since I was a student

Lindsey Freeman Rickard (Alumni ’02)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

Thrilled that the Howe-Dewdney legacy will live on in this way!

Dianerys Rodriguez (Alumni ’13)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney 💜

Bruce Paro (Alumni ’74)

2 years ago

In honor of In honor of those members of the class of 1974 who have passed and will not be at our 50th reunion in June.

Caroline Golja

2 years ago

Go KUA!

Linda Knee

2 years ago

In honor of The KUA Girls Varsity Basketball Team

Robert and Sara McKeown (Parent ’17)

2 years ago

Annie loved Cynthia and Murray! They were her first dorm parents on The Hilltop.

Nyasia Caban (Student ’27)

2 years ago

We love KUA

Nathan Clay (Alumni ’25)

2 years ago

In honor of Coach

Hannah Sachs Fresco (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

Linda and Dale Meltzer (Alumni ’66, ’05)

2 years ago

We love KUA!!

Megan Jackler (Alumni ’99)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

In loving memory of Cynthia Howe - best college counselor

Anonymous (Alumni ’49)

2 years ago

In honor of Rev. David J. Dean, class of 1949

In memory of Rev.David J. Dean, class.

Mary Bean (Parent ’26, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Doug Plummer

Anonymous (Alumni ’02)

2 years ago

In honor of Alexis Liston

26 plus years of friendship

carol and paul viall (Grandparent ’27)

2 years ago

In honor of Katie Lazay

Jeff Nicholson & Olivia Fauver (Alumni ’09, ’10)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Rika and Will Stevenson (Parent ’15, ’20)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

casey lawson (Alumni ’21)

2 years ago

In honor of Charles W. Lawson, Jr.

KUA was one of the most formative experiences of my life. Though I was only there for one year as a PG, I felt like an instant member of the community and continue to be. I make this donation in memory of my father who was instrumental in my decision to attend ability to do so.

Coquelicot Sellman (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

In honor of Ella Sellman

Carol Shareiko (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

KUA was the best choice for our child's future.

Sara Bethke (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

It is with pleasure that we give this gift to KUA. Our daughter is absolutely blessed to be in this amazing community. Thank you!

Thomas Douglas (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

Such a wonderful school. Go Wildcats!

Colleen Miller (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Shout out to Dr Kopp and Mr Dormady!

Hill Carter (Alumni ’21)

2 years ago

In honor of John Murphy

James Anderson (Parent ’19)

2 years ago

In honor of Janie Cozzi

In memory of Janie Cozzi

Thanks for launching Esa in life and your generous financial support.

Anonymous (Alumni ’62)

2 years ago

The location, the campus, the quality teachers, friendships and how to get along with others different than you and sports! (especially hockey) and lastly having fun. growing up and ready for college.

Ziad Hassan (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

In honor of Alberto Gomez

"Huevos"

Mary Breen (Grandparent ’24)

2 years ago

In honor of Luke Miller

With gratitude for the excellent education and KUA experience.

Samantha Ward (Alumni ’07)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Takumi Shigeie (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Please use this money to MountainBike team

Ella Ren (Student ’27)

2 years ago

hhh

Sarah Cameron (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

In honor of Siri Douglas 25’

Diane and Peter Nelson (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Thank you, KUA! We'll miss you!

Dan Sheff (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

Incredibly excited to honor Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney, both of whom were and are so important to me and countless other members of the KUA community.

Emu Haynes (Alumni ’17)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Johnson Lee (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Keep up the good work. We are super excited and happy that our son is in such a loving environment.

Kelly George (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Leland Hedges (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

Let's go class of 1997

Drew Blicharz (Alumni ’96)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

Harrison Hutton (Student ’26)

2 years ago

In honor of josh phillips

Jonathan Romero (Alumni ’96)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

In honor of Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney

Anonymous (Alumni ’21)

2 years ago

Congrats to Coach Whitehead and the Boy's Varsity Hockey team on bringing the Elite 8 Title back to the hilltop!

Joseph Gulley (Alumni ’74)

2 years ago

Looking forward to visiting the Hilltop for the Class of 1974 Reunion........

Hadley Bethke (Alumni ’25)

2 years ago

2025 class!!! Let’s go!

anne peterson (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

I love and miss Cynthia Howe.

Odin Lundstam (Alumni ’23)

2 years ago

Go KUA!!!!

Tong Meltzer (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe H'20

Julie Dewdney

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney

This is a tremendous honoring of both Cynthia and Murray and all that they gave to the KUA community. Thank you KUA.

M.A. Ricci, P'21 (Parent ’21)

2 years ago

In memory of Burke Ryder

Darrell Beaupre (Alumni ’86, Parent ’16, ’20, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

KUA is an incredible place that I am lucky enough to experience first hand, first as a student and then as a faculty member and parent. In the words of a parent recently visiting with his prospective student: "The students here are...authentic." Yup, those of us who get to work with the students every day...we are lucky. KUA is our home away from home.

William Hagar (Alumni ’61, Parent ’90)

2 years ago

The KUA experience changed virtually everything I have done ever since.

Priscilla Whitehead (Parent ’18)

2 years ago

NEPSAC Boys Varsity Hockey Champions! What a playoff run! 🎉 🏆

Stuart Frisby (Alumni ’77)

2 years ago

In honor of Buddy Teevens

Janet & Per Lundstam (Parent ’23)

2 years ago

KUA offers amazing opportunities for students! Thank you KUA!

George Hammons (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Yes!

Charles Tong (Alumni ’25)

2 years ago

Let’s go KU

Quang Anh Do (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Keep it lit, go KUA.

Jonathan Hastings (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Jamie Kanzler

Reese Castiglioni (Alumni ’05)

2 years ago

Thankful for the education and life long friendships created! ‘05 🙌

Lisa Cenci Sherman (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

Looking forward to our upcoming reunion!

Edwin van Dijk (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Doug Plummer and the Plummer Family Facilities Building

Deborah Sanders-Dame (Alumni ’78)

2 years ago

In memory of my grandmother Ruth Pushee

Mary Merrill (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In honor of Alan Merrill '55

Sadie Thompson (Alumni ’10)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

KUA provided me the opportunity to grow and experience life outside of my small VT bubble. Thank you!

Anne Bartlett Gatnik (Alumni ’63)

2 years ago

In memory of Gus Bartlett ‘63

Lori Boudreau (Parent ’18, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Doug Plummer

Thank you, Doug for your dedication to KUA. It has been an honor and pleasure to work with you.

Nancy & Michael Smyth (Grandparent ’26, ’27)

2 years ago

We have watched two of our grandchildren grow exponentially during the time they have been at KUA. Every child should have the opportunities our grandchildren have been afforded.

David Campbell (Alumni ’60)

2 years ago

Great to see the KUA spirit in Tim Whitehouse's hockey team this winter

Ernie Fernandez (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Jesus Franco

Best students, best campus, best school.

Seana Perkins (Alumni ’19)

2 years ago

In honor of Janie Chase Cozzi

Always and forever 💜💙

Cam Hanrahan (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

I ❤️ Kimball

david “Leo” Schlafman (Alumni ’66)

2 years ago

1. Recalled camaraderie 2. Quality faculty and staff 3. Preservation and advocacy of secular Western Civilization through its literature and the Arts

Anonymous (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

KUA is the place where my son feels happy! Thank you to the school staff for creating an atmosphere of childhood, joy and safety!

Thomas Colt

2 years ago

Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney were a big help to me as I started my teaching career. After I left KUA in 1990, I continued to interact with Cynthia through college counseling by visiting campuses with her and seeing her at conferences. I often checked in with her for advice during a job search, etc. Cynthia and Murray were great colleagues and role models for me and other young faculty. It was an honor to work with both of them.

Hadley Lewis

2 years ago

I love KUA

Abby Kelly (Alumni ’15)

2 years ago

This place did so much for me as a student, athlete, and person. I will forever be grateful for that!

Mary Busbee

2 years ago

In memory of Granddad Busbee

GO KUA!!

Doug Esten (Alumni ’74)

2 years ago

In honor of Richard W. Esten ‘50

Bob Meyer (Alumni ’66)

2 years ago

In honor of Stretch Gilliam

Sandra Laflamme (Parent ’26, ’28)

2 years ago

In honor of Ms. Liza Wolf

Liza Wolf has been an incredible teacher, coach and advisor for my daughter and I wish her well on her new endeavors!

Elizabeth Ingraham

2 years ago

Extra thanks to Emily and Amy Fowler-Thorsen....

Viva Hardigg (Parent ’21, ’23, Trustee/Past Trustee)

2 years ago

In honor of the wonderful people who are retiring this year

In gratitude for all the remarkable and dedicated faculty and staff on the Hilltop!

Susan Carroll-Oxford (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

What a wonderful thing the Borislow Family is doing to keep Cynthia’s memory alive. Thank You

Shane Fields (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Big bird

Seth Burroughs (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

Go KUA!

tyanna medina

2 years ago

wanted to donate to the school

Paul and Jamyn Sheff

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Murray and Cynthia represent the very best of what it means to be a KUA faculty member. We are honored to have been asked to participate in this effort.

Winnie Ota (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Thank you KUA

Jim & Sharon Cross (Grandparent ’25)

2 years ago

In honor of Hadley Bethke

We are proud to donate in honor of Hadley. She loves being at KUA.

Michael Taupier (Parent ’98, ’01, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

This is in honor of two of the finest teachers who have ever worked on the Hilltop, Cynthia and Murray. I am honored to call them friends.

Adam Knudsen (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

Phenomenal team, love the culture!

Anonymous (Parent ’24)

2 years ago

Keep up the good work

Kristin and Jason Constantine (Parent ’21)

2 years ago

In honor of Tim Whitehead

Thank you, KUA!

Trevor McGraw (Alumni ’07)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Melissa and Kevin Vest (Parent ’23)

2 years ago

KUA transformed our son's life and we couldn't be more grateful for the 2 years he spent on the Hilltop!

Zach Whitehead (Alumni ’20)

2 years ago

In honor of The 2024 New England Champion Boy’s Hockey Team!!!

Amy Fowler (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia and her purple passion

Evelyn Fleming (Parent ’28)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Libby Kotei-Fearon (Alumni ’22)

2 years ago

In honor of Burke Ryder

Frances Wetherbee (Alumni ’18)

2 years ago

Thank you to those who generously invested so much time and thought into our growth.

Jena Young (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

I support KUA because you do an amazing job educating my child, and helping her become a good, kind, strong & resilient human. Thank you.

James McCaffrey (Alumni ’67)

2 years ago

In honor of Don Henson ‘63

In memory of Don Henson ‘63

Don loved KUA !

Henry Carter (Alumni ’23)

2 years ago

In honor of John Murphy and Anne Peterson

Gregory Kozlowski (Alumni ’92)

2 years ago

In honor of Elaine Kozlowski

When I think of my KUA experience, many of my favorite memories were hanging out with the Howe-d-Dewdneys. Best of times! Go Bryant!

Gwendolyn Star (Alumni ’75)

2 years ago

In honor of Mr. Moser

KUA was foundational in my life.

Henry Trimpi (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

Go KUA!

Kathleen Nicholson (Alumni ’04)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

Qiuyue Wu (Student ’27)

2 years ago

👍

Junnosuke Baba (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Love you KUA

Scribner Fauver (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

I love this place.

Heidi Borella (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

My girl is having a great year of fun and support at KUA!

Marek Girard (Student ’26)

2 years ago

In honor of Kyle Murray-Smith

Matthew Donovan (Alumni ’13)

2 years ago

Two incredible educators, mentors, and individuals who helped make KUA special for countless students, families, and staff members. Cannot think of a more deserving tribute to their service.

Anthony Shaker (Grandparent ’24)

2 years ago

In honor of Sandy Shaker

Anonymous (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Kua’s lit 🔥

Edward Mullen (Alumni ’57)

2 years ago

Congrats to the boy’s hockey for another great y

Charlotte Alberts (Alumni ’11)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe

Shapreka Clarke (Alumni ’09)

2 years ago

Ms. Howe and Mr. Dewdney are so deserving of this. They impacted me and so many others at KUA. ❤️

Thomas Song (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

Let’s goooo kua

Kathy Munro (Parent ’11, ’13, Trustee/Past Trustee)

2 years ago

In honor of Allan F Munro ‘55, P ‘81, ‘83, ‘11, ‘13, GP ‘11

I love KUA for so many reasons, not the least of which is the role the school had in shaping the lives and character of Allan, Amy and Jonathan, and so many others.

Ben Lawton (Alumni ’24)

2 years ago

Keep up the good work!

Brigid Hurley (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Go Wildcats!

Melani Zagaris (Alumni ’97)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Elizabeth Todd (Parent ’17)

2 years ago

In honor of Julie Haskell

KUA provided my daughter with AP Art History taught by Julie Haskell. In this course she found her deep passion for art and its history, and after graduating from Smith with a degree in Art History, she is working in an Art Advisory in NYC.

Dana Dockery (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

With gratitude! Our daughter has matured into a brilliant young lady. Her adventurous nature thrives. She has made the truest and sweetest of friends. She is safe and thriving with the support of faculty and advisors. She is future focused and driven to make her mark on the world.

Jessica Borislow (Alumni ’07)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney

Thank you for touching countless number of lives. You represent the very BEST of KUA.

Dustin Meltzer (Alumni ’05, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In memory of Hong Jin Kim '05

Debra Hogate

2 years ago

In honor of Mr. Lewis' parents, Alan and Chalmer Lewis

Elizabeth Chang & Joe Wallace (Parent ’25)

2 years ago

For John Wallace '25 Thanks KUA!!

Yabei Chen (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

For the Arts to continue thriving and adding magic to KUA.

Nicole Ledoux (Parent ’26)

2 years ago

Let's go! KUA Boys Varsity Lacrosse

David and Tom Weidman/Kardel (Alumni ’22, Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

In honor of Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney

Cynthia Howe and Murray Dewdney we’re our colleagues for more than 25 years. They were mentors to us and a true inspiration for how to live with passion, joy and integrity. We miss Cynthia every day.

Jonas Rau (Alumni ’25)

2 years ago

In honor of Nepsac Champions 2023/2024

New scoreboard for pope field (for another nepsac double winning season for soccer and hockey)

Loreley Maier (Alumni ’25)

2 years ago

Great school

Juliette Madan (Parent ’27)

2 years ago

In honor of Julie Haskell

We are forever grateful for the incredible mentorship Ms. Haskell has provided to our student and to all of the fantastic teachers at KUA

Cole Retzler (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Pizza party

Jackson Davies (Student ’26)

2 years ago

Love KUA

Kazuki Ota (Student ’27)

2 years ago

Please you this to mountain bike team

Seong Jun Yim (Parent ’21)

2 years ago

Cheer up !!! KUA

Cathy Marc Tori Stephi Pipas (Alumni ’14, ’17, Parent ’14, ’17, Trustee/Past Trustee)

2 years ago

Grateful for the fantastic teaching and leadership in our community

SCOTT PHILBROOK (Alumni ’59)

2 years ago

Attending KUA had a great influence on my life. Pleased to see all the changes being made to the school.

Peter Starosta (Parent ’23)

2 years ago

In memory of Dr and Mrs Norman Starosta

Alex Cohen (Alumni ’18)

2 years ago

In honor of David Weidman and Tom Kardel

Love and miss you all on the Hilltop!

Jennifer Dunn (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In honor of Ann Cenci

Stuart Conant (Alumni ’60, ’61, ’62)

2 years ago

I want to continue to support KUA and its pursuit of academic excellence.

Jesang Yim (Alumni ’21)

2 years ago

KUA has become a home away from home for me. Hope everyone gets this opportunity to build this sense of belonging during their years at KUA!

Susan Carroll-Oxford (Alumni ’89)

2 years ago

In memory of Cynthia Howe

Tamara Waraschinski (Faculty/Staff)

2 years ago

Go KUA!

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