In depicting his life as a college student in New York City, Art teacher John McGiff, describes how he came to understand that art is a medium to which he filtered his feelings and frustrations: "Dr...
College counselor and English teacher Alix Ross talks of growing from a defiant New Jersey girl into a person who is awakened to the love of family thru loss.
In this talk, Director of Studies Nathan Costa speaks of The Feast of All Saints. This "is a 'feast of splendid nobodies,' a celebration of anonymous good people, both living and deceased, who have no specific day of their own...
Director of Admissions Louisa Zendt '78, in relating her own family's Thanksgiving traditions reflects: "Thanksgiving is a time to think of our many blessings and the great bounty that has been bestowed upon us." She discusses the idea of being overw..
Given during Prep 9's visit to St. Andrew's School, Headmaster Tad Roach captures how the association with the Prep 9 program has contributed to St. Andrew's diversity efforts...
Headmaster Tad Roach commemorates the events of September 11, 2001, and reflects on a passage from the bible: "None of you can become my disciple unless you give up all your possessions.”
Noting in his talk that the namesake for the School is Andrew, a follower of Jesus, history teacher and crew coach Lindsay Brown considers the attributes of "followership" and what is required to be a good follower: "When you find those people and ca..
Headmaster Tad Roach speaks of what the Episcopal Church does for the community, what the Church stands for, what the Church advocates for, and what the Church asks of the community.
English Teacher Will Speers gave this talk after Grandparents Day and reflects on the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren and what each can offer the other: an historical perspective, unconditional love, a chance to offer aid.
In describing his employment alongside immigrant workers, Spanish teacher Donald Duffy tells of the indentured servitude forced upon the workers. He concludes: What is happening to our immigrant brothers and sisters is wrong...
Headmaster Tad Roach addresses the community after the death of Cristin Duprey '04: "Cristin has been throughout her life the very embodiment of a life force and spirit...
In relating a story of a potential student expulsion at a Louisiana middle school in which he taught, Will Robinson, class of '97, speaks of valuable life lessons learned while attending St. Andrew's...
Tania Maatouk, class of '09, was home for the summer in Beirut when on July 12, 2006 war broke out in Lebanon. In this talk, she describes the events she experienced when the Israelis bombed the country...
In this talk, Chip Roberts, a member of Facilities Services, tells of his reliance on faith in God's plan for him while recounting the struggles and tragedies he has experienced. He advises his listeners, "We are here for such a short time...
Before leaving for a tour of military duty in Iraq, History teacher and Admissions associate Richard Hutton, class of '01, offers in this chapel talk "nuggets" of advice for living a life that will allow for happiness and fulfillment.
In describing the honor system, History teacher Terence Gilheany reflects that this is what makes the School special: "[Y]ou choose to be honest. It is a simple decision that has far reaching consequences...
In discussing "faith" in the school's motto, " Faith and Learning", Religious Studies teacher Wes Goldsberry discusses the concept of Hell and its place in theological thought and practice.
Old Testament Lesson - Jonah 3:1-5, 10
New Testament Le..
In relaying the episode of her mugging as a college student, chemistry teacher Jenn Cottone speaks of the confidence she gained in her own strengths as a result of facing this frightening incident.
Speaking to the Class of '06, chemistry teacher Jennifer Cottone advises that the "potential energy" of the graduates be used to live life with integrity and to face their future with optimism.
History teacher Nigel Furlonge speaks on being a student, first as a middle and high-schooler at the Boston Latin School, and then most recently at Columbia University's Teachers College. Nigel explores what it is to be a good student.
Headmaster Tad Roach bids farewell to the class of 2006, and challenges the student body - the seniors, as they enter college and underclassmen as they uphold the mission of the school - to continue the spirit of civic engagement.
During the Arts Weekend Chapel Service, Headmaster Tad Roach contemplates the role of competition in the academic, athletic, and the broader world beyond St. Andrew's. Competition at its best can inspire innovation, creativity and excellence...
In depicting her year as a reading specialist for 5 boys in Washington D.C., Theatre teacher Sarah Bowers, class of '00, describes the frustrations of her students, as well as her frustrations as a teacher: "I wanted to know what had happened, cognit..
In this talk, English Teacher Will Speers describes the journey of becoming a grown-up through an adolescent's defining moments - hiking, teaching, attending boarding school - in being treated as an adult.