Message from the Advancement and Alumni Relations Office by Dawn Gale ’81

We are looking forward to Reunion Weekend on August 19-21! We will keep it casual once again with the Saturday brunch outside under the tents, rather than an indoor dinner. The brunch was a hit last year, and we still feel it’s the best option. Classes ending in “2” and “7” celebrate milestones this year, however, all alumni are invited and encouraged to attend.

Many thanks to those of you who donated to our FA Scores project. Friday night lights will be a great addition to the FA scene, and we are excited about the opportunities that the new John H. Atwood Stadium will bring to our campus and community. We look forward to the great moments that will take place in this new venue.

I want to give a shout-out to FA’s Alumni Association Board of Directors for another great year. The board recently pledged $50,000 towards FA Scores to name the new scoreboard in the stadium. This volunteer group supports the Academy and its students in so many ways — scholarships, welcome gifts for freshmen, championship jackets, gifts for major capital projects, faculty and staff needs, branded gifts for graduating seniors — and more! I am grateful for their commitment, support, and generosity.

It’s hard to think about FA and reunion without Alan Whitaker ’77, Director of Food Service and Seafood Newburgh chef extraordinaire; however, it’s true, he is retiring after 43 years. I have great memories of the many reunions we worked on together and will miss his knowledge, professionalism, attention to detail, and most of all his friendship.

Finally, keep your eyes and ears open for fall celebrations. We will honor the rich history of the FA ski team as we mark its 75th anniversary during Homecoming and Hall of Excellence events. More details to come, but if you participated in skiing during your time at FA, be sure to check the website, Facebook pages, email, and mailboxes as we firm up details and distribute information.

Keep in touch and send us your updates! Enjoy the summer,

Director, Academy Fund and Alumni Relations PS: As many of you noticed, a glitch occurred as reunion invites were processed at the mail service center causing last names to be misspelled. We apologize for any confusion this caused and hope that everyone received a corrected invitation.

Alumni Association Board of Directors: back row, l to r: Jodie Barton Hesslein ’83, Barbara Gushee ’84, Dolores “Chicky” Bresette Deschambeault ’80, Ronald “Butch” Sanborn ’65, Lynn Deschambeault ’78, Chris Dutton ’90, Jennifer Stacy Bartlett ’93; front row, l to r: Lola Largey Layne ’57, Lonnie Lutte Lewis ’59, President Anita Craig Barker ’70, and Admissions Associate Christina DiPietro ’13

Location: Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center Join us for complimentary snacks, beverages, and catch up with alumni, faculty and friends!

Location: Academy Fields / Open to All

Location: Academy Fields / Open to All

Location: Tents On the Quad (between Shaffner Hall and the Bion R. Cram Library) Register: www.fryeburgacademy.org/reunion

Classes will be photographed separately within their *allotted time frame. Complimentary beverages served during the photo session!

Guided tours leaving from the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center Buildings open for individual (non-guided) walk-throughs as well, 12 - 3 pm!

Complimentary beverage tickets for alums!

Golf @ Kezar Lake Country Club / Discount coupons available through the Alumni Office. Please call (207) 925-2462 to reserve tee times.