ALUMNI WEEKEND REGISTRATION FORM

JUNE 9-11, 2023

Return your completed form with payment by May 25, 2023 to: OVS Alumni Office, 723 El Paseo Road, Ojai, CA, 93023

Name: Class of:

Address:

E-mail:

Home phone: Cell phone:

Name(s) of adult guest(s):

Name(s) & age(s) of child(ren):

ALUMNI WEEKEND REGISTRATION:

The 2023 Alumni Weekend Grand Celebration Dinner is a seated event; we strongly encourage you to purchase your ticket(s) in advance, as this event is likely to sell out. All meals, childcare, and activities are included in your Alumni Weekend registration. Dorm accommodations at Upper Campus are available for an additional cost per person.

Early-bird Rate: (*Ticket prices increase by $15 per person if paying after May 25)

$75 per person, adult ticket Total: $

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Alumni and families can stay in the Upper Campus dorms for an additional $100 per adult or $175 per couple. The school will provide towels, pillows, and bedding, but you are also welcome to bring a sleeping bag or own bedding. No pets allowed.

Number of guests:

Name(s) of guests staying in dorm:

ACTIVITIES:

Total: $

Please let us know the Alumni Weekend activities in which you would like to participate and the number of people in your party. Check all that apply:

Corn Hole Tournament

Yoga Class

Childcare for June 10 Dinner (Children must be potty-trained and pre-registration is required)

Alumni Soccer Game

Paint and Sip Class

Guided Hike in Ojai

Brunch with Head of School

Carl S. Cooper Golf Tournament - Friday, June 9, in the morning (Additional $100 per person for green fees; must RSVP by May 25)

ROUND UP FOR OVS!

Your tax-deductible gift supports the 2022-23 Annual Fund, which funds new educational initiatives, faculty enrichment grants, improvements to our equestrian, athletic and outdoor education programs, as well as increased scholarships and financial aid. Supporting the Annual Fund is the best way to have a positive impact on the daily life of our students and faculty.

$25 $50 $100 $200 Other: $

Check Enclosed. Please make your check payable to Ojai Valley School.

PAYMENT:

Credit Card. To pay with a credit card, please visit www.ovs.org/aw or call (805) 640-2578.

TOTAL: $

Reminder: We love pets, but they are not allowed at Alumni Weekend events.

Frances Case (L61) is, once again, rallying the alumni of the 1950s-60s for a special reunion in Ojai following Alumni Weekend. “The Ancients,” formerly known as the Sedona attendees, will hold their gathering June 11-13 at the Upper Campus. “Our gathering will be very much like last year. We had a GREAT time!” she said. Contact the Alumni Office if you are interested in learning more and connecting with The Ancients.

Spencer Garrett (L62, U65) and his wife, Nancy, had a great time in Japan recently. The highlight of their trip was getting together with the family and friends of OVS classmate

Hiro Noguchi (U65), who passed away in August 2020. “My first visit to Japan was in 1967, two years after we both graduated in the first-ever class at Upper,” Spencer wrote. “As Coach Bill Wilmer pointed out in the Family Tree two years ago, Hiro was an inspiration to all and he was a great friend all my life. In the past 56 years I have been to Japan more than ten times, including my honeymoon with Nancy. Hiro was always the consummate host as others can attest. I missed him dearly when we visited this March, but we did see his family – many of whom attended OVS in the ‘80s and ‘90s. Hiro sent them to OVS with the hopes that they would make lifelong friends just as he and I did. His children and nephew are now friends with our children who attended OVS. Hiro’s legacy lives on.” Pictured above, clockwise from left, are Corky Noguchi (U95), Koichi Kakutani (U92), Harry Noguchi (U92), Hiro’s wife, Masako, Spencer and Nancy Garrett, Asa Noguchi (attended Summer Camp, 1987), Meiko and her father, Ari Noguchi (U92)

Rae Dawn Chong (L75, U79) is appearing in two award-winning films: “The Sleeping Negro” and “The Mistress.” She takes off for the Caribbean for another film project this spring. “I am learning Italian and Spanish,” she said, “ and looking to develop a commune that is based in Vermont that promotes community, permaculture and social support.”

Ed Littlefield (U67) was honored last summer during Alumni Weekend with the 2022 Founders Alumni Award. He was unable to accept the award in person, so the school brought it to his home in Arlington, Washington. Read more on page 6.

Casey Stewart (U68) sent greetings from Stockton, California, and a family update: “Richard and I are proud of the pack of five Siberian Huskies we christen The Wolf-Bear Pack. Both retired and enjoying the fruits of our labors, we enjoy handmade soap production and gifting friends, neighbors and family with tasty treats such as homemade pesto sauce, marinated mushrooms and a bevy of sweet treats. Best wishes to all of our OVS family!”

Kiyoshi Takahashi (U91) invited Spencer Garrett (L62, U65) to participate in the Sta. Elena Golf Club Member Guest in the Philippines in February. They finished in the top 20 percent. Kiyoshi was one of Hiro Noguchi’s (U65) golf friends for years.

Bodey DeNault (L95, U99) and his wife, Heather, had lunch with Head of School Lars Kuelling and Director of Development Brian Schlaak near their home in Ridgefield, Washington in March. They are planning a trip to Disneyland with their two middle schoolers and enjoying their lives in southern Washington.

Chris DeMoor (L99, U03) and Whitney welcomed Dashel James DeMoor on January 14, 2023. Congratulations and we look forward to meeting him!

Jason Goldman (L01, U05) and Elizabeth (White) Goldman (U05) welcomed their second daughter, Annabelle Starr Goldman, who was born on December 20.

Ousmane Fofana (U09) and his wife Miku welcomed their first child, Ydrissa (“ih-drih-sah”), who was born on December 4. He’s doing great and so is his mother.

Robert Lee (U10) and his wife welcomed a baby girl named Jamie Lee on December 10, 2022. This little surprise came three weeks early but is a complete joy. Mom, dad and baby are all doing well. Congratulations and we look forward to meeting her!

Cameron (Davis) Wickenhaeuser (U10) and James Wickenhaeuser (U10) welcomed a baby boy, Wren Otis Wickenhaeuser, on March 5,

2023. The Wicks are now living in Santa Barbara and excited to be new parents. Longtime friends Evan Graham Arango (L07, U11) and Angus Beverly (U10), pictured with Angus’ girlfriend Emily Palms, recently dropped by to meet Wren.

Daniela Ponce (L10) is living in Mexico and just got married to the love of her life, Alexis. She writes, “We are so happy together! We have been together for two years and four months. I am a preschool teacher now in Guadalajara.” Dani’s former Kindergarten teacher, Dana DeYoung, was in attendance at her wedding. “I taught both Dani and her brother Manny,” Dana said. “It was a beautiful ceremony, followed by a wonderful reception. Cheers to finding your partner, your best friend, and a new magnificent chapter in your life’s story.”

Connor Floyd (L11, U15) married his college sweetheart, Caroline, on September 10, 2022 in Iowa. The wedding/reception was well attended by OVS members and several alumni were in the bridal party, including Gavin Floyd (L13, U17), Matt Gustafson (L11, U15), Cody Triggs (U14), Kolby Saucedo (L10, U14), and Brittany Whipple (L02, U06). Connor and Caroline are in the process of relocating to North Carolina.

Blake Jones (U16) writes that he met his wife Alexis after moving to Minnesota from California: “We instantly fell in love. We moved in with each other and got engaged in Minnesota. With the success of my career/business, and with my now-wife keeping me centered and guided, I was able to move to Florida and we were able to buy our first home. Together we continue to grow and did not even know if this special day would come after being hit by Hurricane Ian directly and almost losing everything we worked so hard for over the years. Luckily with family and the bond we have for each other we were able to overcome and redesign our new home right before our wedding date. Everything worked out and it was an amazing wedding filled with love! For many years to come! I also thank Ojai Valley School for teaching me skills that have helped me build my companies and future. I did not always see that clearly in my youth, but as I got older I was able to use the skills I developed there to lead me to success. Thank you Ojai Valley School for everything! My future kids will definitely be attending summer camp and possible school if they choose.”

Alex Alvarez (L18, U22) and Hayden Houseman (L18), best friends since Pre-Kindergarten, connected in the fall in Colorado, where Hayden is studying at CU Boulder. Alex is pursuing her passion for music at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.

Las Vegas meet-up

OVS Head of School, Lars Kuelling, his wife Patty, and Director of Development, Brian Schlaak were in Las Vegas for the National Association of Independent Schools Conference in February. They had the opportunity to gather with a group of OVS alums at Anima by EDO. Pictured from left to right are Robyn Birchler (L74, U78), Lars Kuelling, Lorena Korbel (L78), Bill Wright, Ruth Col (L61), Patty Kuelling, Ilise Bagger (L86), Erik Bagger, and Brian Schlaak.

Joan Chenoweth Myers passed away on October 29, 2022. She was 81. Joan attended Ojai Valley School through eighth grade, attended Castilleja High School then graduated her senior year from Westlake School for Girls in Los Angeles. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education at the University of Nebraska. While at Nebraska she was an active member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. Joan married J. Roger Myers in 1963. She taught in San Francisco and later in the Ojai Valley Unified School District, where she retired. Joan was a longtime supporter of Ojai Valley School. She resided in Santa Barbara and is survived by her son, daughter, and five grandchildren.

David Chenoweth passed away on November 28, 2022, just a month after his twin sister, Joan Chenoweth Meyers. He was 81. David and Joan were born in Santa Monica. David met his wife, Day Day Bonner, when they were children. They married in 1968 and were married for 54 years. “I have been blessed with the riches of a wonderful family,” David wrote to the Alumni Office after his 50th class reunion. A graduate of the University of Nebraska, David and Day Day raised five children and enjoyed traveling the world. They had eight grandchildren and lived in Santa Barbara.

Tom Farrar passed away on November 11, 2022. He was 63. Tom was the “Sifu,” or teacher, at the Ojai Kung Fu Club and a Chinese martial arts master. He taught for 14 years through the Ojai Recreation Department. Tom attended Ojai Valley School beginning in 1971 as a Fifth Grade student.

David R. Tracy passed away on February 2, 2023. He was 76. David was a teacher for more than 40 years, spending most of his years at Black Mountain Middle School in San Diego. He taught filmmaking, history, and worked with special needs children. He was recognized as Teacher of the Year for the Poway/San Diego area and his students won national awards for film productions. David attended Ojai Valley School starting in Sixth Grade in 1958. He went on to earn a Master’s in Education from San Diego State University. David proudly served and traveled 17 years with the Army and National Guard Reserves, including to South Korea and South America. He was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant and continued his service to others through teaching and counseling at the Encinitas Post. David is survived by his wife of 32 years, Jean, as well as his children Chris, Corinne and Nikki, and three grandchildren.