Thank you to our angel Donors
The grand tradition of NDV’s 8TH Grade Musical is funded significantly by the generosity of Angel Donors. The 8th grade class wishes to express their gratitude to all the Donors at each of the giving levels.
"I've Got a Golden Ticket" ($1000+)
Mrs. Diane Wilsey
In Honor of the NDV’s Class of 2020 8th Grade Musical
Susie & Eric Boi
"Congratulations to Elizabeth! We are so proud of you and love you very much. Love, Mom, Dad & Jacob. "
Maria & Patrick Kelly
"Congrats to the class of 2020 for the first ever radio performance! We are very proud of you, Isabella. Keep “flying” Grandma Joe and reach for the stars. Love, Mom, Dad & Mikayla"
"Pure Imagination" ($500-$999)
Russ Bordonaro
"Thank you NDV and congratulations to Luca and the class of 2020! Love, Mom and Dad"
Amy & Tim Brinkman
"Congratulations to the outstanding NDV Class of 2020, you have risen to meet this surreal moment with strength and perseverance! Xana, we are so proud of everything you do. Thank you for your laughter, optimism and beauty. Lots of love, Mommy, Daddy, Arielle & Mr. Meow"
Krista Coupar Piagentini & Family
"Congratulations to our own "Mr. Bucket," and the class of 2020 for their inspiring radio presentation of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. Thank you to the dedicated staff of NDV for encouraging Ewan's creativity and curiosity as he goes on to high school. Love, Krista, Nick, Sai, Bella, Tatiana, Oscar and Stella"
Kristin & Rob Farr
"Scarlett ~ We are so proud of you and love your pure imagination! ~ Lots of love, Mom & Dad
Wishing the Class of 2020 a bright and adventurous future. You are all Golden Ticket winners to us! ~ The Farr Family "
Martia & Michael Fox
"Congratulations, Class of 2020! We are very proud of you, Catherine. Wonderful portrayal of Violet Beauregarde. You will always be our Golden Ticket winner! Love, Mom, Dad and Elizabeth"
Jamey & Helmut Schmidt
"Congratuations to our Goddaughter, Isabella Kelly! We love you! Helmut, Jamey, Gabriella ('14), Amanda ('18)"
"Golden Age of Chocolate" ($250)
Rose & Rene Acosta
"Congratulations to NDV’s Class of 2020. Jilliyn, our “Jilly Wonka” keep the power of pure imagination in your heart and the skies the limit for you. We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad and Jackie"
The Dearing & Kaminski Families
"We love you, Ella! We are proud of the efforts you put into being a good student, a good friend, and a good person. Much love, Mom, Dad, Sara, Bob, Logan and Valentina
Congratulations Class of 2020. Wishing you all the best for the next stage of your adventure."
The Enersen Family
"Congratulations to our Goddaughter, Isabella! You play an awesome Grandma Joe! Love, Auntie Carman, Uncle Todd, Annika, Owen & Kyle"
Pam & John Flanagan
Congratulations to the Class of 2020 on getting truly creative with this production and to our Candyman Beckett, we are so incredibly proud of all that you have accomplished at NDV. Love Mom, Dad, Laney and Elsa
The Hansbury Family
"To the one and only Conor (aka Augustus Gloop) - we're so proud of all you've accomplished the last 9 years, and can't wait to see what you do next! Congratulations Class of 2020! “Don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have, because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own" - Michelle Obama"
Maryanne and Mathew Harvey
"Jamie, Congratulations! We can't wait to see where your talents take you. We love you very much. Mom, Dad, Rebecca ('11) & Rachel ('16)"
Jennifer & Brian McNamee
"Luke, we are proud of all of your achievements. Looking forward to more "reporting" on your brilliant future. Much love, Mom, Dad, Eamon & Katie."
The Paganini Family
"Keep reaching for the stars Daniele and the NDV Class of 2020! Lovingly, Julie, Adriano and Marcello (‘17)"
Shelley & Edouard Schmidtlin
"Bravo, Ella! We are proud of your love for music and enjoy seeing you light up on stage - Papa, Mommy and Evan"
"Oompa-Loompa" ($100)
Julia & Josh Arnold
"Congratulations, Class of 2020 on showing incredible resilience and dedication in unprecedented times! We can't wait to listen to the radio performance and will miss you all next year! The Arnold Family - Julia, Josh, Cooper, Emmie and Hudson."
Sean Baity
"The show must go on! Break a leg! From the Baity Family!"
The Bales Family
"Bravo to the Class of 2020 and big brother Daniel (aka Mr. Teavee) from your little sister Elizabeth and the Class of 2024."
Teresa Betancourt & Emmanuel Garba
"Congratulations class of 2020 and to Gaby, our favorite Oompa Loompa! We love you and we are very proud of you. Mom, Dad, Sophie & Citrine"
Kathy, James & Avery Bryant
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! Thank you for your strength and leadership this year. Blessings to all of you as you start the next chapter of your lives."
Alex and Hans Buehlmann
"Congratulations to the class of 2020 – break a leg!"
Ryan, Sarah and Oliver Dean
"Nathan Z, thanks for being a great 8th grade buddy this year to Oliver!"
Nicci Fortune
"Congratulations, Class of 2020! Francesca - I'm so proud of you. Against the odds, pandemic and all, you rock (and Mrs. Gloop too)! Keep killing it!! Love, Mom & Bridget"
Eva Groszkowska and Joel Miller
"Congratulations to the NDV Class of 2020 and to our Oompa Loompas, Antonia and Caroline!!!"
Mrs. Mary Ghisolfo
"Congratulations to the cast of NDV’s 8th grade musical - the class of 2020!! You are an amazing group of students who faced this challenging time head on and ensured that the “show must go on!” I am so inspired by your creativity and spirit"
Brynn Kelly
"Congrats and way to adapt to the times! Love, Brynn (TK)"
The Krugers
"Good luck Jonathan! Mom and Dad are super proud!"
Ms. Renee Lorda
"Congratulations to the 8th graders, Class of 2020!"
Mila & Michael Meniktas
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! You are all inspiring and brilliant! God bless you all! Love, Mila, Michael & Melina Meniktas"
Kim & George Morris
"Congratulations to the class of 2020 on your creativity and resilience in delivering this performance! You are all amazing! The Morris Family - George, Kim, Charlotte, George Jr and Wilson"
The Pachla Family
"Wishing the NDV Class of 2020 all the best with this radio show production and beyond! May one of our favorite Roald Dahl quotes inspire you along your journey as well: "Above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it. - The Minpins"
Alissa & Michael Pellegrini
"Congrats class of 2020! You have proven with dedication and flexibility that the "show must go on.” We give a standing ovation to all of the Willy Wonka, Jr. cast. - The Pellegrini Family"
Antonio Pellizzaro
"Congratulations to the class of 2020! Romeo, I’m proud of all the accomplishments you achieved in these years. Very special group of kids - Coach Antonio and Kesiah ('22)"
Eric & Marianne Schier
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! From the Schier Family"
Cristina & Kenneth Sellers
"Well done 8th Grade. We will miss you! From Cristina, Kenneth, Rowan & Tegan"
Mrs. Judith Shilstone
"To the Class of 2020, You are a creative and flexible class. You have come up with an inventive solution to the 8th Grade play. Break a leg! Mrs. Shilstone"
The Tapia Family
"Wishing NDV Class of 2020 a very special Congratulations!!! Stay strong and keep reaching for the stars!! From Lisa, Lazaro, Justin ('18) and Ashton ('21)"
"Think Positive" ($50)
The Beazley Family
“In Honor of my Big Buddy Isabella. You're the best buddy I could hope for! Love, Kathryn 💜"
Hataitip, Peter and Anastasia Bufiy
“Félicitations et bon succès à la classe de 2020. Aeneas "Charlie Bucket", we are very proud of you and the kind, young man you have become. Pursue your passion, celebrate your flaws, and never ever stop following your dream. You have special gifts and a golden ticket. Chapeau à toi! Love, Mom, Dad, and Anastasia"
Mrs. Connie Buford
“Salutations Class of 2020! Reach for the stars!"
Amelia & Kenny Chen
“Thank you Francesca B. for being an amazing buddy to Isaac & congratulations to the class of 2020! We are so proud of you! With love, the Chen Family"
Gina, Greg & Paul Cibuzar
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! From the Cibuzar Family"
Wendy & Lou Clem
"Congratulations to the class of 2020! Thank you for keeping the show on the road. Lou, Wendy, Addison, and Olivia Clem"
The Defert Family
Nicole & Mike Giacinti
"To the entire Willy Wonka, Jr. Cast, we are very proud of each and every one of you. Congratulations Class of 2020! To my 8th Grade Big Buddy, Scarlett Farr, you are awesome! The Giacinti Family - Nicole, Mike, Eva & Livia"
The Groban Family
"Congratulations, Parker Krumplitsch! Thanks for being a great big buddy! Wishing you all the best! From, Parker Groban"
Anna & Norman Gutierrez
We love you, Luke. Love, Mom, Dad, Anthony ('11) and Nina ('18)
Mrs. Sharon Hupf
"Best wishes to the Class of 2020!"
Adrienne, Lawrence & Annie Jeong
"Wishing the 8th graders continued success! "Virtual" hugs, Annie Jeong"
Mackenzie Keller and Erol Tamer
"Congratulations and best of luck to NDV’s 8th grade class! Your futures are so bright! With love, Piera Tamer and family"
Bill Kennedy
"Congratulations to the 8th graders from the Class of 1946!"
Kelly Krumplitsch
"Congratulations to the NDV Class of 2020! We love you, Parker! Mom & Grace"
Vesna Lerotic
"In honor of Sophia Hettenkofer ('13) & Luka Hettenkofer ('15)"
Christina & Nelson Lee
"Be the music makers and the dreamers of dreams! Wishing the NDV Class of 2020 a scrumdidilyumptous journey ahead!! Christina, Nelson, Jacob (‘16), Marcus (‘19), & Gabrielle (‘22) Lee"
Bernadette Lorda
"Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 2020 from the Class of 1965!"
The McCarthy Family
"In honor of my 8th grade buddy Ella Schmidtlin - Róisín McCarthy"
Ger, Carrie & Charlie Moore
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! Thank you for your commitment to keeping the tradition alive for the NDV community in the face of great adversity! We’ll miss you next year."
Joanne & Roark O'Neill
"Congratulations class of 2020. Roark, Joanne, Maverick (‘18) and Jaden (‘21)."
Anna & Mate Radalj
"Congratulations. Wishing the class of 2020 the very best. We will miss you! From Anna, Mate, Oliver and Phillip"
Megan & Cristián Rathgeb
"Congratulations to the Class of 2020! All our love, The Rathgeb Family"
The Rossi Family
"Gabby, thank you for making my kindergarten year so special. From Maximus."
Angelica & Mark Savant
"Congratulations to the resilient Class of 2020! We are so proud of you. Break a leg! The Savants - Mark, Angelica, Pascal and Etienne"
Jamey & Helmut Schmidt
"Congrats to the most special class of 2020 and shout out to my backstage buddy, Jilliyn! You got this!! Helmut, Jamey, Gabriella ('14), Amanda ('18)"
Johanna & Jerry Waki
"Congratulations Class of 2020! All the Best, Sebastian Waki, Class of 2025"
The Wellbeloved Family
"Congratulations to the class and families of 2020, you are amazing! From Reese ('19), Ian ('23) and Tate ('23)"
Kristy & Steve Williams
"Congratulations to the talented 8th grade class and their supportive families! We appreciate your resilience and your inspiring NDV spirit! Incredible effort! Thank you! The Williams Family - Steve, Kristy, Jay & Leah"
Donna, Peter & Austin Wong
"Congratulations to the 8th grade class of 2020! Special thanks to Luke McNamee and Ewan Coupar for being such amazing 8th buddies to Austin. He says, “I miss you!” to you both."
"Candyman" (up to $49)
The Aldax Family
Congratulations to the NDV Class of 2020!
The Bruno Family
“Congrats 8th grade from Mike, Max, and Dino Bruno! May each of your lives be as amazing as a chocolate river and as full as after a piece of 3-Course Dinner Gum."
The Fratesi Family
“Best Wishes!"
The Malberg/Ramelot Family
“The two most powerful warriors are patience and time."
- Leo Tolstoy
"Hang in there, class of 2020! You've got this!"
June McJunkin
