Green & Gold Challenge

Our first giving day on May 8th, 2023 was a huge success! Stay tuned for our second annual Green and Gold Challenge on April 9th, 2024

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of 150 supporter goal

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Christopher Hibbard, Head of Advancement

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Natalia (Mortrude) Rosso (Alumni ’00)

3 years ago

Such great memories from my years at Pine Point!

Loma Carlson (Grandparent ’17, ’19)

3 years ago

Thank you to Pine Point for the wonderful education that Avery and Hunter received. May the sun continue to shine on this fine school and enrich the lives of students for many years to come. Grandma is sure happy Avery decided to attend college in IOWA!

Julie DelPrado (Alumni ’89, Parent ’19, ’21, ’23, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

I feel so fortunate my three children have gotten to experience the full arc of Pine Point. It was here they found their voice, grew their confidence, and explored their curiosity. They felt safe and nurtured, with space to take risks, make mistakes, and learn how to adjust and try again. Pine Point has truly helped them flourish, and for that I am forever grateful.

Madison Hurtgen (Alumni ’14)

3 years ago

The Hurtgen’s 💚 Pine Point

Brian Reubelt (Alumni ’08)

3 years ago

Happy to see everyone sharing some sentiments from the past. I have very fond memories of PPS from back in the day. I find as I’m getting older I appreciate just how much the school and my colleagues did to help me grow into the person I am today and just how much those core values really were instilled in me!

River Hambleton (Alumni ’24)

3 years ago

Thank you Pine Point! 🌲

Karen Strasshofer (Parent ’33, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

We feel so blessed to be part of the Pine Point family! We love it here!!

Zorah Williams (Alumni ’22)

3 years ago

Wonderful experience and memories!

Robin Smith (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Pine Point was an amazing place to be a faculty member and a parent. We are grateful that our two children had a chance to experience the creative energy flowing in the classrooms and on the playing fields. Go Green!

Erica Crawford (Alumni ’17)

3 years ago

In honor of The Pine Point Community

12 years of my life were spent at Pine Point School, but the friends I’ve made and experiences had will last a lifetime. My 9th grade trip is something that I hold so close to me, we bonded so much and became a family. And not going to lie I still talk a LOT about it, and share stories with new friends. Something that I love to do when I visit home is stop by and see the teachers at Pine Point. The bittersweet nostalgia I get entering the campus and seeing everyone is something that I’ll never let go of.

Juan DelPrado (Parent ’19, ’21, ’23)

3 years ago

So happy to support a school that has helped shape our three wonderful children in so many positive ways.

Marcus and Kelsey Capalbo (Parent ’33, ’34)

3 years ago

Our favorite place to be!

Duncan F. Grimm (Alumni ’08)

3 years ago

Hello from Tom and Duncan, class agents for '08!

Christopher Hurtgen (Parent ’14, ’20, ’23, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Pine Point has given 32 years of learning to our children. Thank you to all the teachers who have made each of those years special — Christopher and Caitlin Hurtgen

Maggie Conway (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Pine Point is an incredible community that I feel blessed to be a part of. I cannot imagine teaching anywhere else! I am giving in honor of our arts program, and my future Pine Point-er!

Laurie Mortrude (Parent ’00, ’02, ’07, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of The fine, fine Faculty I have worked with for 35 years. who were exemplary teachers and role models for our four children who were fortunate to have attended Pine Point from Kindergarten to Ninth grade.

Pine Point is a most magical place to work and learn. The teaching is unparalleled. The feeling of community and ubuntu is ever present. I have learned from and worked alongside exemplary educators for 35 years at this jewel of a school. We quickly found a sense of belonging as this fine community nurtured and encouraged our four children, and served as inspiring role models for sustainability, service learning and social Justice initiatives. The faculty at Pine Point teach from the heart; I am forever grateful for this village who supported my family and helped us raise four amazing humans. Natalia, Jeffrey, Jake and Olivia attended Pine Point from Kindergarten to Ninth grade and formed lasting friendships with classmates and teachers that continue to this day. Thank you Pine Point!

Anonymous

3 years ago

I gave a little extra to support a new cotton candy machine. Go Green!

Anonymous

3 years ago

Let's go Pine Point – show your Panther Pride!

Alicia Banister (Alumni ’97)

3 years ago

I continue to be so grateful for the education, love, and support I received at Pine Point. As I look forward to sending my son Asa off to Kindergarten in the Fall, I can't help but wish that Pine Point had a sister school in Portland!!

Matthew McKenzie (Parent ’23)

3 years ago

Sorry I am late!!!

Laura Hagen (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

I’m about to start a master’s in education and couldn’t be more grateful for my Pine Point roots! Happy to be able to pay it forward to current Pine Pointers and to my own future students.

Anonymous (Grandparent ’17, ’20)

3 years ago

Really enjoyed the atmosphere at Pine Point. So many great staff members. I really feel it gave my grandchilden a "leg up" in their academic & personal life.

Hamilton Salsich (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Pine Point School was an absolutely wonderful part of my life for 35 years. I am so glad to be able to give back a little.

The Frisbie Family (Parent ’24)

3 years ago

Thank you Pine Point! 💛💚

James Hunter (Alumni ’69)

3 years ago

I still feel so lucky to have had Pine Point be a part of my life. Keep up the good work!

James Young (Parent ’30, ’31)

3 years ago

Our children LOVE to go to school! Thank you PP!!

W Lee Hisle (Parent ’13, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

Jack is doing well... in no small part because of the extraordinary educational and social experience that Pine Point provided! Thanks!

Ana Schneider (Parent ’86)

3 years ago

In honor of Diana Page

Pannenko (Parent ’30, ’33)

3 years ago

Love what you’re all doing!!

Emily Gibbs (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

Pine Point was by far the most important part of my academic life. It set the foundation for my confidence and creativity.

Nancy and Brian Neff (Parent ’10)

3 years ago

In honor of Ms. Raf

Kathleen Wattles (Parent ’85, ’87, Grandparent ’24)

3 years ago

As past parent and grandparent I love the school and thank the faculty for their dedication to each child’s future success

Carol Roper (Parent ’98, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

The Best School Ever!

Maureen Gosselin (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Love the family feeling that everyone shares at Pine Point!!!

Ambry Ducharme (Parent ’33)

3 years ago

Thank you for providing such a wonderful environment for our children to grow and learn. We are looking forward to the years to come!

Elaine Anderson (Alumni ’86, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of Mary Raftery

You rock, Mary Raftery! Pine Point has been so lucky to have your all these years. Happy retirement! See you on the beach! Love, Elaine

Amanda Williams (Parent ’33)

3 years ago

Thank you to all of Pine Point for creating a place for us to enrich our children’s lives and find our own special community

Barbara Poirier (Grandparent ’33)

3 years ago

My granddaughter is having a wonderful experience at Pine Point.

The Guyot Family (Parent ’33)

3 years ago

Pine Point is a beautiful place of learning and discovery! We are thrilled to be part of the Pine Point family!

Jeannie and Gary Williams (Parent ’98, ’02, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Our family cherishes our years at Pine Point. What a gem of a place.

Maggie Montgomery

3 years ago

Watching my partner’s children thrive and grow at Pine Point since they joined last year has been a true pleasure. I’m so excited to see them flourish into their full potential at Pine Point because I know they are brilliant young girls inside and out.

paul geise (Grandparent ’33, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Robin and I remain nourished by the enduring soul of pine point. And how exciting to now have our granddaughter learning in an environment focused on respect, integrity, moral courage, and excellence!

Colin Kronholm (Alumni ’15)

3 years ago

So many amazing memories, teachers & friendships. So grateful for my time at Pine Point.

Wesley Marshall (Student ’26)

3 years ago

I love PE at Pine Point.

Caleb Shafer (Alumni ’17)

3 years ago

I will always be grateful for the people who helped me grow

Melinda Blum (Parent ’03, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

I always appreciated being part of a team of such highly creative and capable faculty. It was a wonderful community for my whole family!

Thomas Satran (Parent ’22)

3 years ago

Pine Point was perfect for Hannah. She was happy and safe there. She loved all her teachers. We are fortunate to have had Pine Point in our lives.

Mallory McArdle (Alumni ’13)

3 years ago

In memory of Candy & Peter Briggs

Hanna Kronholm (Alumni ’12)

3 years ago

I think back on my time at Pine Point frequently and with great joy. An amazing education, experiences and life long friends were gained at Pine Point!

Tom and Nancy Hurtgen (Grandparent ’23)

3 years ago

In honor of Christopher Hurtgen (faculty) and Madison, Casey and Sophie Hurtgen (grandchildren affiliated with Pine Point School)

Joaquin DelPrado (Alumni ’21)

3 years ago

I love Pine Point! A wonderful place to have been raised.

Anne Raftery

3 years ago

In honor of Mary Raftery

In honor of Mary and her incredible dedication and service to Pine Point School!

Marilyn Wronowski (Parent ’87, Grandparent ’17, ’21, ’23, ’25)

3 years ago

In honor of my son Adam'87 and his children, my grandchildren - John Paul '17, Peter '21, Joseph '23, and Cecelia '25, and the wonderful Pine Point Community!

Dodi Wilson

3 years ago

Happy to support such an amazing school!

Valerie Grimm (Parent ’08)

3 years ago

So many wonderful memories from Pine Point! Good Luck with the Green & Gold Challenge.

Janine Paige (Parent ’23, ’26)

3 years ago

Pine Point is more than a school. It is a place of learning where you are surrounded by a nurturing professional staff that allows all children to shine.

Eliza Griffin (Alumni ’13)

3 years ago

For my amazing time at pine point, the life long friendships, and the amazing faculty

Alexander Moore ‘22 (Alumni ’22)

3 years ago

Thank you Pine Point!

Carrie & Todd Moore (Parent ’22, ’23)

3 years ago

We are grateful to be the beneficiaries of the dedication and hard work of the Pine Point faculty and staff. Thank you.

Hunter Dolphin (Alumni ’17)

3 years ago

In honor of Senora Delfin

Gillian Crawford (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Best place to work!

Lisa Scott (Parent ’04, ’09, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In memory of Dorothy Thompson

My mother loved Pine Point and coming to see her grandchildren on our beautiful campus!

Jessica Duda (Parent ’24, ’28)

3 years ago

Thank you, Pine Point, for supporting our family!

Erin Wright (Alumni ’91, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

In honor of Charlie Wright

In memory of Charlie Wright and in honor of Pine Point’s commitment to DEIJ. 💜

Gay Long (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

The heart, soul, and joy in this community is unparalleled. Happy to have taught here for 20+ years and to have had my 3 children be able to benefit from the intentional but magical experience that is PPS!

Marcy Withington (Parent ’20, ’24)

3 years ago

my girls loved PPS

Julie Abbiati (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

As I complete my first year of retirement, I find myself reflecting fondly about my nearly 40 years of teaching, learning and growing at Pine Point. My love for the school will remain in my heart and soul forever!

Anonymous (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

We love Pine Point School!

Birdie Capalbo

3 years ago

Can’t wait to join my sisters and mom at Pine Point School. Future class of ‘36 💚💛

Lorenzo DelPrado (Alumni ’23)

3 years ago

Thank you for helping to turn me into the person I am today. I’ve made lifelong friends and am happy to be part of this long lasting community.

James Stewart (Alumni ’08)

3 years ago

Some of the best people I've had the privilege of meeting in my life, and it all happened right here.

Nichole Vansell (Parent ’24, ’29)

3 years ago

Because of the nurturing environment you've provided for these 2!

Rosie Hambleton (Student ’26)

3 years ago

I love Pine Point 💚 💛

Maeve Hibbard (Alumni ’25)

3 years ago

I love Pine Point 💕 Go Panthers!

Lara Dolphin (Parent ’17, ’19, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

“Yippee!! We are all in for PPS! We love this school!” In honor of all the amazing kids that I have had the privilege of teaching over the years, especially my own two. For me, it has been teacher appreciation everyday! With a grateful heart to the Pine Point Community. Mrs. Dolphin

Jennifer Felix (Parent ’21, ’27)

3 years ago

Lauren and Sophia have been nurtured and supported every day they have spent at Pine Point. We are eternally thankful !

Sarah Lipton

3 years ago

In honor of Margaret McNally

Margaret McNally is Maggie Lipton’s late grandmother. She loved Maggie so much and was so proud that she became a teacher at such a wonderful school.

Megan Hodgson (Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

In honor of Our Faculty

Thank you to our amazing faculty, for making Pine Point such a wonderful place to learn and grow 💚💛

Joseph Rosen (Alumni ’13)

3 years ago

pine point is in many ways where it all started for me. sending big love from the west coast to this wonderful community.

Debbie Wright (Parent ’87, ’89, ’91, ’98, Grandparent ’19, ’21, ’23)

3 years ago

I have so many warm memories from sharing thirty-nine years of ordinary days and spectacular moments with my children, grandchildren and my Charlie, here at our beautiful Pine Point School!

Stephanie Morin (Parent ’24, ’25)

3 years ago

To 8 amazing years of PPS!!

Garth Dolphin (Parent ’17, ’19, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Both of our children (Hunter '17 and Avery '19) had such wonderful experiences at Pine Point School from the pre-K program through their 9th grade year. The foundation they built there has led to their continued success in high school and now in college. The life long relationships and connections that emerged from their time there are greatly cherished by our family. Thank you Pine Point for all that you have done for us!

Heather Lofkin Wright (Alumni ’87)

3 years ago

In honor of Charlie Wright

I cherish the memories and friendships and still draw on the education 35 years later!

Avery Dolphin (Alumni ’19)

3 years ago

So grateful for Pine Point for giving me the best memories!

Pine Point Faculty!

3 years ago

In support of all those wonderful drives down Barnes Road!

Anonymous (Alumni ’20)

3 years ago

Keep up the good work

David Peterle (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

Long live the Arts! Very grateful for my time at Pine Point and for the lifelong friends I made!

Heather Honiss (Alumni ’96)

3 years ago

In honor of Thank you to all the amazing teachers who shaped the most formative years of my life and a special congrats to Ms. Raf on her retirement this year!

Kate Raftery

3 years ago

In honor of Amazing Mary Raftery

My sister Mary has been part of the Pine Point family for 40 years!!

Anni Rodgers (Parent ’23, ’25)

3 years ago

Pine Point provides the nurturing, challenging, loving environment all students deserve.

Josh Williams (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

🌲

Joanna Douglas (Alumni ’96)

3 years ago

I continue to be endlessly grateful for my experience, education, and the people I met through Pine Point. Sending love to the community and especially to the tenured faculty members who enriched my life back in the '80s-'90s and continue to do so for PPS students today.

robert mcgill (Parent ’81, ’83)

3 years ago

In memory of Bonnye McGill mother of Sean And Scott (Class of '81 and "83)

Pine Point was the instrument that shaped our two boys into the fine husbands and father's that they are today. One successful in the corporate world , the other in the acadamia world. May Pine Point continue to excel in shaping the future of our world.

Natalia Gontcharova (Parent ’25, ’28)

3 years ago

We love Pine Point

Sarah Hambleton (Parent ’24, ’26, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

We love this school!

Elma Burnham (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

Thanks & love to all!

Danica Mitchell (Alumni ’06)

3 years ago

❤️🌲

Kate Mitchell (Grandparent ’19, ’21, ’23)

3 years ago

In honor of Charlie Wright

Stephen Scott (Parent ’04, ’09)

3 years ago

Thank you Pine Point!!

Robert Holland (Alumni ’17)

3 years ago

Pine Point helped me develop a great learning and knowledge foundation which helped me excel in both my high school and college years. In addition to having a very welcoming environment Pine Point helped me grow as a person, and develop professional skills that I still use to this day.

Gianni Rosen (Alumni ’19)

3 years ago

In honor of The BEST teachers ever!

Thank you PPS!

Rebecca Graebner (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of Mary Raftery

Ambry Ducharme (Parent ’31)

3 years ago

What an honor it is to be members of the Pine Point School community. Thank you, teachers and staff, for your pure care and consideration of our children.

Ashley Honeyman (Parent ’33)

3 years ago

Thank you teachers & staff for the support you provide the students. I couldn't be more impressed by your kindness and dedication to our kids!

Diane Seltzer (Alumni ’67, Parent ’93, ’95, ’01, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of Mark Seltzer

Wendy Spader (Parent ’30)

3 years ago

In memory of Chet Sminkey

Carrie Tomlinson (Parent ’23, ’27, ’29)

3 years ago

In honor of Audrey & Jack Romberg

We can't imagine our children in any other school! We are so fortunate for Pine Point.

sally mcgee (Parent ’21, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

Best investment we ever made! 💚💛

Pat St Germain (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Cheers to Pine Point!

Starr White Snead '66 (Alumni ’66)

3 years ago

In honor of Muffy White Dwyer '69 and Candy White Sweeney '73

In memory of Muffy White Dwyer '69 and Candy White Sweeney '73

Cece Zimbelmann (Alumni ’22)

3 years ago

love you pps

Ronita Fisher (Parent ’23, Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

Pine Point is a special place that lives true to their mission to nurture and develop lifelong learners. We want to share the pine point experience with many other families!

Dana Oliveira (Parent ’06, ’08, ’09)

3 years ago

Hope all is well at this sweet little school…

Liam Hibbard (Alumni ’24)

3 years ago

Go Pine Point Panthers! A school that will forever be in my heart.

Jeffrey Mortrude Jr. (Alumni ’02)

3 years ago

In honor of 🙏🏽My mom’s 35th year teaching at Pine Point 🌲💛

Jake Mortrude (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

I was a student. I am a faculty member. There is no better school to support than Pine Point! 💚💛

Adam Wronowski (Alumni ’87, Parent ’17, ’21, ’23, ’25)

3 years ago

Everything was easy after Pine Point!

Jordan Crawford (Alumni ’12)

3 years ago

I met some of my best friends, and had the greatest experiences at Pine Point School. I can't imagine having gone to school anywhere else.

Lou & Judy Toscano (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Keep up the good work!

stephanie marshall (Parent ’22, ’26, ’30, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

Because it is everything I want for my children.

Hope Toland (Parent ’25, ’28)

3 years ago

Thank you for nurturing a sense of awe in learning.

Kathy Hibbard (Grandparent ’24, ’25)

3 years ago

My grandchildren love Pine Point.

Nancy Jo Iacoi

3 years ago

I heart Pine Point School!

Shelby Merwin

3 years ago

In honor of Jacqueline Hibbard Frank

Emma Sutphen (Alumni ’08)

3 years ago

💚💛

Eunice Sutphen (Trustee/Past Trustee)

3 years ago

Love Pine Point School!

Meredith Hargus (Alumni ’89, Parent ’23, ’25)

3 years ago

In honor of The talented educators at PPS. We are lucky to have learned from you.

Hannah Staley (Alumni ’09)

3 years ago

Always happy to support a place that is so special!

Schyler Davis (Alumni ’12)

3 years ago

I loved my time at Pine Point School 😊

David and Jane Hannon (Parent ’03, ’06, Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of Mary Raftery

We happily make our gift in honor of Mary and her extraordinary service to PPS - all of it done with a laugh recognized by all! Her retirement is a "biggie" for PPS. We'll definitely be at her party in June to celebrate her. Very few individuals can lay claim to having served for 40+ years at PPS. Congratulations Mary!

David Cruthers

3 years ago

A very special place!

Barbara Cameron (Grandparent ’25, ’27)

3 years ago

Cheering for your great work on behalf of all the kids at Pine Point!

Anonymous (Faculty/Staff)

3 years ago

In honor of Mary Raftery

Alison Cameron (Parent ’24, ’27)

3 years ago

Love this school and community!

Diana Owen (Parent ’08, ’11)

3 years ago

💚💛 We love PPS! 💚💛

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