Sending Menaul Grads Into the World With Hope and Blessing An enduring and beloved Menaul School tradition, one which has its origins in medieval European universities, is the baccalaureate service. A service of worship to celebrate and honor our graduating seniors on the evening before Commencement. The most meaningful part of baccalaureate for our seniors…
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“It was an amazing meet. There were countless girls involved in this victory.” Jim Benze, Head Varsity Cross Country Coach/Girls Head Track Coach To start with, Mikayla S. took second in the 100 hurdles 17.24, 1st in 300 hurdles 49.64 and first in the high jump 4 ft. 6, which is not even her best…
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My Story After denying it for many years, I realized teaching is in my blood. My parents were teachers, and their passion for teaching/coaching lives on in me every day. It is incredibly rewarding to be a part of students’ growth, especially when they have persevered through a challenge or obstacle. Outside of school I…
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The 2022 Harper C. Donaldson Outstanding Alumni Award will be presented at Menaul School’s Honor’s Award Ceremony, May 5th. All alumni are encouraged to submit a nomination for an alumnus whose life exemplifies the values of Menaul School. Submissions must be received electronically or postmarked by April 25th to be considered for the 2022 award. About…
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On Thursday, March 31st, the middle school theater group put on a fun-filled production of “Rowdy Kate” in Donaldson Auditorium. “Four years ago I picked four plays that had large casts for the middle school. I let the students read each one and vote on their favorite. I repeated this every year until there was…
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After a hiatus of two years… We excitedly resume the long-standing Menaul School tradition of Mission Week. Mission week has always been one of the highlights and most beloved aspects of the Menaul School experience. It is a rare Senior Commencement speech that does not refer to their Mission Week experience with great affection. We…
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My Story When I first started teaching, I just needed a job and there were were vacancies. Then I stayed because I decided that I enjoyed interacting with students. I enjoy their quirkiness. My Mentors Dr. Linda Darling and Mr. Thad Harris. All students have value. Don’t stop until you find it. Why Menaul? Menaul…
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My Story After high school I pursued my dream and went through college and continued my running career. After 3 years of college I turned pro and went to Europe and ran the international circuit. I competed with the best runners in the world and made money. It was a dream of a lifetime. Elmer…
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My Menaul Story I chose Menaul School because it was an opportunity to work at a school that includes many parts of the world that I think are important! My favorite moments as a coach have been when students in athletics stay with it. They benefit from being coached as student athletes. In my free…
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My Story Menaul, in many ways, was one big family when I attended. I’m sure it still is. All my brothers that I have now — Javier, Nick, Austin, Abe, Anthony and Fabrice — I had met when I attended Menaul School. One of my favorite memories at Menaul was beating Mountanair on the road…
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My Story I am active in the Masons. I was the Master of my Lodge (Sandoval #76) last year. The Master is like the President. I am a Shriner, and a Scottish Rite Mason. I am also active as an adult Advisor to DeMolay, the Masonic youth group for boys. While I was on active…
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