Wreckord – satirical newspaper Calliope – a collection showcasing the writing and artistic ability of Pingry School students Accreditation The Pingry School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the National Association of Independent Schools, the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools and the New Jersey Department of Education. The Pingry School is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling. Notable alumni Michael Arrom (class of 2013), keyboardist with Steve Vai, who has appeared on Glee. John D. Bates (born 1946, class of 1964), Senior Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Hanna Beattie (born 1995), ice hockey forward for the Connecticut Whale in the Premier Hockey Federation. Frank Chapot (1932-2016), equestrian who competed at six Olympic Games from 1956 until his final effort in 1976 where he won two silver medals in the Team Show Jumping. Mike Chernoff (born , class of 1999), General Manager of the Cleveland Indians Michael Chertoff (born 1953), Secretary of United States Department of Homeland Security (2005–2009) Buzzy Cohen (born 1985), Jeopardy! champion and guest host, host of The Chase William A. Conway (1910–2006), former CEO of Garden State National Bank who missed his last year at Pingry due to illness. Mael Corboz (born 1994), professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for SC Verl. Rachel Corboz (born 1996), professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Stade de Reims. Robert C. Crane (1920–1962), newspaper publisher who was elected to the New Jersey Senate shortly before his death. Mark Donohue (1937–1975, class of 1955), race car driver, winner of the 1972 Indianapolis 500 and the 1973 Can-Am Championship Paul W. Downs (born 1982), Emmy-Award winning American actor, writer, and director best known for his portrayal of Trey Pucker on the Comedy Central series Broad City. Steve Elmendorf (class of 1978), deputy campaign manager for Presidential candidate John Kerry, and longtime campaign aide to Richard Gephardt. Willard F. Enteman, the eleventh president of Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. Nic Fink (born 1993), Olympic swimmer who specializes in breaststroke events. Michelle Friedland (born 1972, class of 1990), United States Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Adam Gardner (born 1973, class of 1991), guitarist for the rock band Guster. Howard Georgi (born 1947, class of 1964), emeritus professor of physics at Harvard University. Adam Goldstein (born 1988,