THURSDAY, May 16, 2024
5:30–7:30 p.m. | International Student Program Dinner
GFS International alumni, families and friends are invited to a celebration dinner.
FRIDAY, May 17, 2024
10:10-11 a.m. | Upper School Music Compositions Assembly | St. Luke's Church
Join a live student performance of their original compositions.
6-7:30 p.m. | Alumni Welcome Reception and Exhibition Opening | Under the Tent on the Campus Common
Gather with fellow alumni from across the years for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and GFS-style cheer!
You can also enjoy a special tribute exhibition, 'Wisdom Beauty Simplicity', by the late Alden Mellor (Denny) Heck '63, alumna and former art teacher, in the front hall of the Main Building.
Saturday, May 18, 2024
9:30 a.m. | Welcome and Check-in | Sharpless
When you arrive on campus, check in with us to get your name tag and Alumni Weekend packet.
10 a.m. | Campus and Arboretum Tours
Come and tour campus to see what is new and what's to come.
*Special class of 1974 50th reunion tour and class picture
10 a.m. | Alumni Baseball Game | Fields
Take to the baseball fields or cheer from the stands.
11:15 a.m. | All-Alumni Gathering | Meetinghouse
Join fellow alumni for a Meeting for Worship followed by the presentation of the 2024 West Alumni Award.
12:30 p.m. | Picnic Lunch and Class Pictures | Common
Relax and catch up with old and new friends at lunch. Each class will be gathered for a photograph.
2 - 3 p.m. | Mini-courses
Take part in a GFS teacher-led mini-course:
- Choir Concert: Exercise your vocal chords and practice with current students in preparation to sing a special song during Sunday's evening Choir concert. (5/19 at 4:30 p.m.)
- Magic and Games: See some clever and sophisticated tricks and play some fun games. We will break the magician's code and show you how these tricks are done so you can impress your friends and family.
- Printmaking: Learn how to print colorful designs and patterns on tote bags for you to take home as one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
All mini courses are appropriate for adults and kids 6 and up.
All-day | Alden Mellor Heck '63 Tribute Exhibition
Enjoy a special tribute exhibition, 'Wisdom Beauty Simplicity', by the late Alden Mellor (Denny) Heck '63, alumna and former art teacher, in the front hall of the Main Building.
Evening | Milestone Reunion Gatherings
Celebrate with your class! This year reunions will be for graduation years ending in 4 and 9.
Sunday, May 19, 2024
10:30 a.m. | Meeting for Worship | Meetinghouse
Join Germantown Monthly Meeting members and attendees for Meeting for Worship, followed by refreshments and fellowship.
2 - 3 p.m. | Memorial Meeting for Worship | Meetinghouse
Celebrating the life of Alden Mellor (Denny) Heck '63, alumna and beloved GFS art teacher who passed away on August 20, 2023. Memorial Meeting for Worship, followed by refreshments and fellowship, 3 - 3:45 p.m.
4:30 p.m. | GFS Spring Choir and Choral Concert | Meetinghouse
Enjoy a performance featuring GFS students.
Suggested attire for Saturday festivities: Classic GFS blue and white colors or Tiger gear. (GFS gear can be purchased at the Open Door Cafe, on Saturday, May 18)
Campus Map & Parking
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Questions? Please contact Alumni Relation Director, Heeseung Lee ’91