Alumnae "Catch the Spirit" at Reunion

More than 100 alumnae returned to campus May 5-7 for a “Catch the Spirit”-themed Reunion that invited attendees not only to reconnect with each other, but the spirit of Chatham Hall.

“We really wanted to help our alumnae reconnect not only with their friends and classmates, but also with the spirit of some of our beloved School traditions such as Chapel, a lantern event featuring our seniors, and even a Cookie Break. I think those bits of nostalgia allowed our alumnae to remember why they love Chatham Hall,” said Associate Director of Alumnae & Parent Relations Kristin Reese Solomon ’08.

In addition to beloved traditions, the Reunion schedule also included an interactive student showcase, Parade of Classes, Alumnae Council Silent Auction, a peek at recently renovated faculty housing, an exploration of Curtis’ Garden, and a history of Chatham Hall athletics with School Archivist Dr. Bill Black. Alumnae were also invited to cheer on the Turtles at a Varsity Soccer game, and watch the Riding Program in action at a jumping clinic at Mars Arena.

The Alumnae Association Annual Meeting included Dr. Sarah Dababnah ’96 receiving the Distinguished Alumnae Award and Jennifer Howard ’10 receiving the Leader on the Rise Award. Other award winners included Judy Carter ’63 receiving the Ellie MacVeagh Award as an alumna who best represents the School’s goals for fellow constituents, and Jean Sherrill ’63 receiving the Mildred Harrison Dent Award as an alumna who demonstrates an enthusiastic long-term commitment and devotion to the ideals of Chatham Hall.