RE Log - Fall 2021

18 Ransom Everglades LOG FALL 2021 George Gaskin, former middle school faculty member: “How can you condense into a speech what someone like Ginny has meant to a school like Ransom Everglades? She was the embodiment of kindness, professionalism, good cheer, encouragement, goodness and true friendship. When anyone ever needed a helping hand, she was always there. It will be difficult to get used to talking about Ransom Everglades without Ginny. Watching her example made me a better teacher and a better person.” Jody Salzinger, Middle School English Coordinator, offered a short poem: “When I first met Ginny, I was simply ‘Julie’s mother’ And I found Mrs. Onorati to be A teacher like no other. Her lessons were clear, She explained things so well. It was no surprise that Her students did excel. We wish you all the best And lots of time well spent; Now enjoy your Ransom memories And have a great retirement.” Greg Siegler, Director of Student Activities and STEM Department faculty member: “Not only has Mrs. Onorati always been the consummate math teacher, but she has always been a prime example of a faculty member active in every aspect of school life. She has spent years coordinating the math club. She has directed many community- service projects, from something we called the Builders Club years ago to the Thanksgiving basket drive that we still do. She has helped to run countless St. Alban’s Days and she has helped run many Spirit Weeks, working with the judges and keeping track of all the data to keep tabs on scores. While you didn’t get to see it this year, we have watched Mrs. Onorati running into the gym on the last day of Spirit Week to hand off the final results to the judges. She runs in slow motion and we all imagine the theme of Chariots of Fire playing. Mrs. Onorati made sure that Pi Day was always an event. She has chaperoned countless field trips, taking eighth graders to San Francisco as well as taking middle school students to Islands of Adventure, Rapids Water Park, and more. You may not know this, but Mrs. Onorati is the ultimate proofreader. She can catch any error in a comment, a report card or in an email. She has that kind of eye for detail. I believe she is also the fastest typist on campus!” Cathi Leibinger, Middle School Band Director and music teacher: “Ginny has been the best trip chaperone anyone “It’s a huge loss for RE, but nobody deserves to have a rest more than you ... Thank you so much for everything.” – Lisa Landy ’81 and son Lefty Howland ’22 “I am overwhelmed … It has been an honor to be a part of this amazing school and to work with so many talented and caring colleagues and students over the years.” .” – Ginny Onorati