Reunion Weekend 2017

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Reunion is a celebration of our SAS relationships, full of great people, great friendships, and great times. It is an opportunity to reconnect with peers and deepen your connection to classmates and the School.

We have planned a variety of events to make your experience at Reunion 2017 as memorable and fulfilling as the years you spent at St. Andrew’s as a student. We encourage you and your family or guests to participate in as many activities as you choose. Please use the Registration Form included with this mailing to reserve your accommodations, meals and child care. If you will be with us for most of the weekend, take advantage of our weekend rates, which include your room, all meals, and children’s Funhouse activities.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE IN A NUTSHELL Enjoy a walk in the woods, a cruise on the pond, a backroad bike ride, crew “practice,” and sumptuous meals. Engage in dynamic discussions with our fabulous faculty and amazing alumni. Wellness activities, karaoke and the all-alumni banquet are just more of the fun.

50TH REUNION CLASS COCKTAILS AND DINNER Time for the Class of 1967 to come together for food and fellowship to celebrate their milestone reunion!

25TH REUNION LUNCHEON The Class of 1992 is invited for a special luncheon with faculty members to reminisce and renew class friendships.

OLD GUARD SATURDAY LUNCHES Classes of 1942, 1947, 1952, 1957, and 1962 visit the All-Alumni Buffet in the Dining Hall and then find your Class’s room in the Middle Wing classrooms.

Please join us to celebrate The spirit of community, the culture and ethos of St. Andrew’s School that we shared as students and now as alumni.

Weekend Features

REUNION CHOIR

QUIET TIMES FOR SOBER MINDS (QTSM)

Were you a Choral Scholar or a Choir member—or do you just like to sing? Join us on Sunday morning and be a part of our Reunion Choir!

Come down to the Chapel early to warm up, then we’ll robe and sing a joyous song!

Spouses and guests who like to sing are also welcome.

St. Andrew’s recognizes that alumni have varying lifestyles. At this year’s Reunion Weekend, we are providing support and alternative activities for those who would prefer not to party hearty. Gretchen Hagenbuch, a faculty member with 20 years sobriety, will hold daily meetings as well as open her apartment for use as a sober clubhouse throughout the weekend. She will also be available to Saints who need some quiet time.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9 4:00–10:00 p.m.

QTSM Clubhouse Open 4:00–6:00 p.m.

Open House for People in Recovery

SATURDAY, JUNE 10 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

Club House Open 4:00 p.m.

Step AA Meeting

7:30 p.m.

Big Book AA Meeting (open to all)

All meetings will take place in Gretchen’s apartment (the Club House) which is in the Old Infirmary, above Fleming, on the third floor of Founders Hall.

REUNION CHAPEL ASSISTANCE Were you a lector, acolyte, crucifer, usher — or always wished you were? To participate in the Alumni Memorial Service, indicate your interest on the registration form.

REUNION SHUTTLE TO BEST WESTERN IN SMYRNA Leave the driving to St. Andrew’s! Travel safely to and from the evening campus events. Shuttle service will be available on both Friday and Saturday nights, departing from the Best Western in Smyrna at 5:30 p.m. and returning from St. Andrew’s at 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Please sign up for this free service when you register for Reunion. And if you change your mind at any point, please let us know so that we don’t hold the bus/van.

Friday Schedule of activities REUNION GOLFING After 25 years, the Scholarship Golf Tournament has been retired. In its place, we have reserved a limited number of tee times at the nearby Frog Hollow Golf Club for Friday afternoon. First come, first served with a preference given to those who register as a complete class foursome.

1:30 p.m.

Golf Outing at Frog Hollow Golf Club in Middletown Space is limited. Separate registration fee applies.

3:00 p.m.

Reunion Check-In begins Upon arrival, head to the Main Common Room in Founders to receive your welcome packet and weekend info.

6:00 p.m.

Welcome Back Pig Roast 6:00 p.m.

50th Reunion Cocktails 7:00 p.m.

50th Reunion Dinner 8:30 p.m.

All-Alumni Hospitality Suite on the Garth and Front Lawn

LATE ARRIVAL INFO Registration closes for the day at 10:00 p.m. on Friday; however, alums who have PRE-REGISTERED and arrive after 10:00 p.m. should go to the Main Common Room to find your registration packet on the table. It will have your room assignment printed on the front of the envelope.

Please also keep in mind that dinner service stops promptly at 8:00 p.m., so if you are running late or stuck in traffic, plan to stop en route for a bite to eat. Please stop back by the Main Common Room on Saturday when registration is open to notify staff of your arrival.

SATURday Schedule of activities

7:30 a.m.

Early Bird Swim Birder’s Barge Trip

9:00–10:30 a.m.

Our Amazing Alumni

Sign up upon arrival.

Join us for St. Andrew’s own version of TED Talks!

Noon Buffet Lunch with Your Class on the Front Lawn or in the Dining Hall

8:00–9:30 a.m.

Breakfast Buffet

10:45 a.m.–Noon Our Amazing School

25th Reunion Luncheon for the Class of 1992

Tad and Elizabeth Roach reflect on 20 years in the Head’s office and house and look forward to the future challenges at St. Andrew’s.

50th Reunion Lunch Tent on the Front Lawn Fix your plate and find a seat under the red & white striped tent.

Old Guard Class Lunches Visit the All-Alumni Buffet in the Dining Hall and then find your Class’s room in the Middle Wing Classrooms.

1:00-3:00 p.m.

Pony Rides & Barrel Train for Kids 1:30 p.m.

Our Amazing Alumni Join us for St. Andrew’s own version of TED Talks!

2:30 p.m.

Alumni Crew Practice and Waterfront Time 2:00–5:00 p.m.

Ice Cream Truck with special Reunion flavor!

5:30 p.m.

Class Photos and Cocktails 6:30 p.m.

Reunion Banquet Buffet 7:30 p.m.

Headmaster’s State of the School & Reunion Awards Ceremony 9:30 p.m.

Karaoke Midnight Pizza Delivery 1:00 a.m.

Coffee & Cookies

9:30 a.m.

Alumni Memorial Chapel Service 9:30 a.m.–Noon Farewell Brunch

SUNday Schedule of activities

Weekend Activities

Enjoy the campus! St. Andrew’s School is located on more than 2,000 acres bordered by tidal streams, farmland, ponds and creeks. It is a sanctuary for wildlife; deer, foxes, raccoons, hawks, owls, eagles and innumerable songbirds make their home on the grounds.

Thrill to sunrise on Noxontown Pond.

Board the Bio Barge to scout for blue herons, egrets, ducks and eagles. Listen to the echo of insects buzzing in the marsh and frogs leaping onto lily pads. Hike, jog or mountain bike over wooded trails and farmland. Splash in the pond or pool, or just relax on the Front Lawn.

Rediscover St. Andrew’s—the perfect place for a weekend of adventure with good friends, delicious food, and memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Be prepared for these activities Basketball b Bicycling (bring your own) b Birdwatching (bring your binoculars) b Canoeing b Fishing (bring your rod) b Hiking b Rowing b Soccer b Tennis or Squash (bring your racquet) b Swimming b

General Reunion Information Due to the increasingly high number of St. Andreans attending Reunion and our limited rooming capacity, we will adhere to the following registration and cancellation policies.

REGISTRATION

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Registration deadline for Reunion 2017 is May 1. You may register online, by mail, or by fax, but it must be received by May 1. If you would like to stay on campus, we strongly suggest you pre-register well in advance. Walk-in registrations on a first-come, first-served basis. We expect a large attendance at St. Andrew’s Reunion Weekend so it is essential that all alumni and guests formally register to participate in any and all events for Reunion Weekend.

St. Andrew’s is located close to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI). Both airports have car rental agencies on the premises. Other ground transportation options are available at the Wilmington Train Station through Amtrak and Greyhound. Taxi service to get to campus from these locations can cost $90-100 each way.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Upon arrival, all vehicles will be directed where to park in an effort to preserve the green spaces and trees at St. Andrew’s and for your safety in case of fire. Those with lots of luggage can drop off at the dorm and return to park.

Security will be on call if anyone needs to go to their vehicle after hours.

After you park, please check in at the Main Common Room in Founders Hall to receive your information packet, which includes your room assignment, nametag, detailed weekend schedule, and other important updated information.

Old Guard alums can park near their dorms and use their vehicle as needed during the course of the weekend.

If a pre-registration has been received and the room is canceled before Reunion Weekend begins, a full refund will be issued as soon as possible after Reunion Weekend. However, if the registrant does not cancel prior to Reunion Weekend, no refund will be issued.

ATTIRE Dress for the entire weekend is casual, with coat and tie (and the equivalent for ladies) optional for Saturday night.

Please take into consideration any events you may want to participate in for appropriate clothing needs (e.g., crew, tennis, soccer, swimming, etc.). Plan to be comfortable!

ALUMNI OFFICE Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions at 302-285-4412, or e-mail us at alum@standrews-de.org. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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ACCOMMODATIONS On-campus housing will be available to Reunion year attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alumni are welcome to bring their family and friends to Reunion. Over the years, alums have brought parents, grandparents, grandchildren, adult children as well as spouses, significant others, and children. (No dogs or pets, however!)

We can accommodate approximately 300 people in the dormitory rooms on campus—and in past years we have filled all rooms! We plan rooming assignments to keep classes together; however, if you have special needs or preferences, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate you.

While the rooms and bathrooms are not deluxe, it’s fun to be with your classmates like old times, and it is convenient not to have to drive off campus. Basic sheets and towels are provided.

Please also remember that St. Andrew’s is a community with an honor code and individual dorm rooms are not meant to be locked—there are no individual keys. Remember the locked drawer? We encourage you to leave valuables at home.

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Best Western in Smyrna. First call, first reserved.

Please mention St. Andrew’s School to receive the special Reunion rate. You may also register online at www.standrews-de.org/BestWesternReunion, using the group ID number Q59SE2E2.

The School will provide limited shuttle service on both Friday and Saturday evenings.

A FEW REMINDERS • There is no campus-wide air conditioning. Bring a fan if the forecast calls for hot weather; if the weather turns cold, please bring a blanket.

• There are no private bathrooms in the dorms, although we do designate men’s and women’s.

• There are stairs to most of the dorms. If you require accessible accommodations, please let us know and we will accommodate you.

• Single registrants will be housed with same-gender classmates. Let us know if you and a classmate want to be “roomies;” otherwise, leave it to us.

• It is a celebratory weekend and some of the revelry may extend beyond some guests’ bedtimes.

As St. Andreans, however, we hope everyone will be considerate and reasonable.

• Families are housed together. Children stay with their parents. Please bring portable cribs or sleeping bags for children.

• Dogs or other pets are NOT permitted on campus during Reunion.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR REGISTRATION BY MAY 1!

Off-campus rooms may be available at the following locations for the evenings of June 9 & 10: Courtyard Marriott 400 David Hollowell Drive Newark, DE 19716 302-456-3800 www.marriott.com Christiana Hilton 100 Continental Drive Newark, DE 19713 302-454-1500 www.hilton.com Holiday Inn 561 N. DuPont Highway Dover, DE 19901 302-747-5050 www.doverdowns.com Hilton Garden Inn 1706 N. DuPont Highway Dover, DE 19901 302-674-3784 www.hilton.com Best Western Smyrna 190 Stadium Street Smyrna, DE 19977 302-659-3635 www.bestwestern.com Please contact us for a complete list of local hotels, motels and B&Bs, or check the “Accommodations” listing on our website.

Activities for Children Franni’s Funhouse provides activities for children (5–12 years) and is supervised. It operates during most of the hours when Reunion activities are scheduled. The cost for this service is included in the children’s weekend package rate or as a separate per diem fee for those not attending the entire weekend. Private sitters can be arranged for children under 5 (for a fee) and must be reserved in advance by calling Rosanna Biondolillo at 302-285-4412. Private babysitters are to be paid directly by the parents at the end of service. Teenage children usually prefer to participate with their parents in the reunion activities and are the responsibility of their parents; however, they may attend the pizza party in lieu of the Saturday night banquet.

FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2017

Schedule of Children’s Events

June 9-10, 2017 schedule subject to change

8:00 p.m.

Movies

10:00 p.m.

End of supervised activities SATURDAY, JUNE 10, 2017

9:00 a.m.

Arts & Crafts

11:00 a.m.-Noon Games Noon

Lunch in Student Center

1:00-3:00 p.m. Amusements 3:00-4:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie 4:00-5:00 p.m. Lawn Games 5:30 p.m.

Pizza Party

6:30 p.m.

Family Movies

8:30-9:00 p.m. Popcorn Social 11:00 p.m.

End of supervised activities

PLEASE NOTE: All swimming, in the pond or pool, is permitted only under parental supervision while a lifeguard is on duty.

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REUNION 2017 Registration Materials Enclosed!

Registration Deadline: May 1.