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Volume 3, Number 10,
May 1999
MIDNIGHT
SUN ONLINE
-The Online Newsletter for
Robert E. Peary High School Alumni-
MSO WEB SITE - http://www.pearyhs.org
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From: Betsy Loftus Kingman bkprague@hotmail.com (1964) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from the letter from Carol Cotton Hendrix managed to get to me even though I'd changed my name and moved from that address 14 years ago. Occupation: Retired from corporate accounting/finance career to follow my husband on international assignments. Spouse: Ed, Children: Tommy Urquhart age 25 and Gus Kingman age 12, Grandchildren: None fortunately.
Memorable Incidents: The Kennedy assination and Sue Cole knowing what had happened the second the PA system came on unexpectedly.
Since High School: I stayed in Montgomery County after college and joined a large company in the Washington area. I married, had a son and divorced. In 1985 I remarried, had another son and continued to work in Montgomery County and live in Darnestown (about 10-12 miles from Peary). We still have our home in Darnestown, but we are on our 2nd international assignment, this time in Prague, Czech Republic. I visit the States several times a year and always spend the summers in Lewes, De.
Future Plans: I hope to do as much traveling as possible while living in Europe and then return to Md. Retirement to a warmer climate will be the ultimate goal.
Memorable Teachers/Staff: Mr. Campitell and his tragic accident. He was my homeroom teacher for 4 years. Also Miss Bauer, Mr. Wick, who should have insisted I learn to type better and Mr. Thomas. I'd love to go back and pay more attention to all of them this time.
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From: Linda Lent McGee mcgee@cder.fda.gov (1976) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Husky Pups - Kids in the News
Erin McGee, daughter of Linda (Lent) McGee (1976), played the role of "Sandy" in the Wheaton High School production of "GREASE." This was her first dramatic performance -- on stage, that is! She's had lots of theatrical experience at home!!!! It was only a matter of time before her talent would be discovered by someone other than her family! Erin, who is a junior at WHS, plans to pursue her new interest in acting/singing and hopes to land a part in the fall and spring productions in her senior year.
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From: Chip Hines Chip.Hines@FEMA.GOV (1967) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from my sister a few years ago. Occupation: Computer Specialist, Spouse: Mary Ann, Children: Amy 22, Cal 19
Memorable Incidents: Carrying Coach Lewis' VW bug up to the entrance under the overhang; Undefeated, Untied '67 football season; Death of a Salesman; getting trounced by Rachel Cope's (current) husband in a 30 Wrestling match; Ken Prestwich; Lynn Herrmann; Kip Ashmore's hands which turned out to have really been "blessed by God"; bagpipes, huskies; the Student Government Association; the Peary Jr. High dissappearing behind me; the walk down the hill to the football practice field and the MUCH LONGER walk back; 2-a-days in august heat; 12 Salt tablets before each practice; Mr. Lewis' Geometry and Mr. Hinds Physics; Ms. Vadala pinching my cheeks; Jeff Johnson in homeroom...
Since High School: Undergrad degree from Maryland; married in 1970; daughter Amy in 76, son Cal in '79; began work for FEMA in 1971 - worked in administration, as an Industrial Specialist for the National Defense Strategic Stockpile, Analyst, and currently as Computer Specialist/ technology advisor for the Preparedness, Training and Exercises Directorate in FEMA; Masters Degree in '97; currently in massage therapy school.
Future Plans: Personal and spiritual growth; physical shrinkage.
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From: Kelly DeGraff Gibson Kelly_Gibson@nih.gov (1980) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from a neighbor. Occupation: Program Assistant, Spouse: Joseph, Children: Morgan Simone, 2 months old (born February 11, 1999)
Memories: meeting wonderful people who became friends for life!
Since High School: working; got married in nassau, bahamas 10/25/97; had first child, daughter morgan simone, 2/11/99.
Future Plans: having our house built in pg county.
Memorable Teacher: ms. vadala - i always got in trouble with her, but english was my best subject.
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From: Dawn Henderson Dawn.Henderson@nih.gov (1984) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from alumni. Occupation: Diversity Management/Grad Student, Spouse: Al Mitchell
Memorable Incidents: Traci Smith got caught in the boys locker room during track practice and got her shorts pulled down. The water fight that followed was priceless. AHHHH, the good old days!?!?!?
Since High School: Graduated from Morgan State University in Baltimore 1989, took a year off and bummed around in various cities. Been working at NIH since 1991.
Future Plans: Currently in Grad School for my Master's in Guidance & Counseling. Eventually moving into the school system and then on practice.
Memorable Staff/Teachers: Mrs. Fellows was the sweetest teacher. Mrs. Rosen was the nicest. Mr. Hill the coolest. Mr. Roberts the "craziest." Mr. Moss the sexist. And principal Mrs. Thomas---the mother at school.
Other alums I know about? Traci Smith lives in Gaithersburg and Amy Sbitany is still in the area either Rockville or Gaithersburg.
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From: Anne Mastracci Henig henigA@cder.fda.gov (1975) Date: Fri, 30 Apr 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website from Gail Melanson Carr (Class of 1976). Occupation: Management Analyst, Spouse: Paul, Children: Sara age 14, Bridget age 12, William (Billy) age 10, Allyson age 8
Memorable Incidents: 1975 Yearbook staff - we created a beautiful yearbook and had so much fun doing it!
Since High School: Graduated from Mount Saint Mary's College in 1979; married in 1982; worked for Food and Drug Administration until the birth of my first child; stay at home mom for 10 years; now working part/time for FDA again. Moved back to Rockville after 13 years - and am amazed how many Peary alumni I run into!
Future Plans: Grow old with my husband - travel - enjoy my family.
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Stan Boteler. He was not only a teacher, but a friend.
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From: Rick Porter rickporter@erols.com (1970) Date: Sat, 1 May 1999 Subject: Update
I found out about the website through a web search. Occupation: Systems Analyst (computer network support) for the American Gas Association
Memorable Incidents: Teachers walking the picket line in the rain. Dr. Dunn calling me to his office to grill me about "anti-Semitic literature" found in a driver's ed. car that I used as a student instructor. The trouble was, I had never even heard the term before. Never mind. I guess he was worried about the separation of church and state. Wrapping (you know who you are). Oliver! I didn't have much interest, but when I saw it I was truly wowed. Sports.
Since High School: Car stuff. SCUBA and ski bum. Backpacking and cycling (the shorts were black wool before spandex). Computers since '87. School as a hobby. Finally finished my B.S. in Dec.'98. No, this is not a typo.
Future Plans: I would to have career #5 as a writer, but am probably lacking courage and talent. At least I'd like to avoid the starving artist phase. In '97 I buried my father and my sister, and I have been taking care of my mother who has Alzheimer's dementia since then. In fact, I've only worked about 20-25 hours a week for the last seven months. Next week (May 2nd) she'll be moving into a group home and I'll regain my freedom. Look out.
Memorable Teachers: What's amazing is how many I can't. But, in no particular order: Mike Tile for intensity. Mr. Williams-treated everyone equally. Mr. Pine-never had him as a teacher, but a open-minded friend and mentor to all. Miss Vadala-because they broke the mold after her. Mr. ??? (Biology teacher with the bald jokes)-not popular, but was a much better teacher than given credit for. And of course, Mr. Burlas who was teaching life lessons even though we didn't realize it, and always called my parents to take me to the emergency room in a timely manner.
I would really like to know anything about Annette Tomasello. I owe her. Jack Marble, Lou Knecht and I have been off and on lifetime friends who had lost touch in the 90's but reconnected once again through this site. To those whose efforts made this possible, Thanks. To those of you who traded email or phone calls with me last spring from my quick take, my time has not been my own, but I hope we can get together this summer. I'm having an auction company cart off about two-thirds the contents of this house so we can party like it's 1999!
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From: Linda Sue Cech Beltowski LadyATM46@aol.com (1970) Date: Sat, 1 May 1999 Subject: Everything
I found out about the website from my sister-in-law, Judy Beltowski, married to an alumni, Danny. Occupation: Medical transcriptionist, Children: Pamela Sue 18-1/2, Theresa Lynn 18-1/2
Memorable Incidents: The "creation" of smoking areas on school property. Everyone leaving school and meeting at McDonalds for lunch.
Since High School: Graduated MCC Class of 1972, Married June 17, 1972, twins in 1980, separated in 1985, moved to Florida
Future Plans: Whatever comes! Take it one day at a time.
Memorable Teacher: Mr. Clarke, World History. Every Monday a.m. during football season. First question: "What was the score of the Penn State Game." I HATED IT. You'd think I'd learn to watch the news Sunday night, but NO.
My ex, Robert, is also an alumni. I live in Florida, twin daughters - Pamela and Theresa. Employed as a medical transcriptionist for a company in Maryland. Thanks for the web site, and the memories!