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Friday, June 13
REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER OPEN
11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.Faculty Room & Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
Please check in at the Faculty Room to receive your information packet, dorm assignments for on-campus housing, leave messages for classmates, and find out all there is to know about Hotchkiss Reunion. Snacks and refreshments are available in the Student Center throughout Reunion Weekend.
CAMPUS STORE OPEN9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.
LUNCHNoon – 1:30 p.m.Ford Food Court (temporary dining in the William and Martha Ford Indoor Tennis Courts)
Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.
OPEN HOUSES: NEW AND RENOVATED FACILITIES3 – 4:45 p.m.TBD
MALKIN CLIMBING WALLS OPEN3 – 5 p.m.Malkin Climbing Walls, outside Dana Hall
Rock climbers of all ages are welcome to test their skills on the Malkin Climbing Walls outside Dana Hall. Please wear sturdy footwear and comfortable clothing.
FRIENDS OF BILL W. MEETING5 – 6 p.m.Room 419, Main Building, 2nd Floor
WELCOME BACK: FRIDAY AT THE FARM
6 – 11 p.m.Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm (400 Sharon Road)
Please use the shuttle to and from Main Circle and Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm
A welcome event for all guests featuring a wide array of culinary stations and beverages at the picturesque Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm. Food service will run from 6 to 9 p.m. When dinner concludes, campfires will be lit for socializing into the evening. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.
REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER CLOSE11 p.m.Faculty Room & Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
Saturday, June 14
BEARCAT BREAKFAST7:30 – 10 a.m.Ford Food Court (temporary dining in the William and Martha Ford Indoor Tennis Courts)
Cafeteria-style breakfast, including hot entrees. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.
REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER OPEN8:45 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Faculty Room & Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
Please check in at the Faculty Room to receive your information packet, dorm assignments for on-campus housing, leave messages for classmates, and find out all there is to know about Hotchkiss Reunion. Snacks and refreshments are available in the Student Center throughout Reunion Weekend.
CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: SESSION ONE8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Ages 4 and older: Mars Athletic Center, Field House, 1st Floor
Under age 4: Mars Athletic Center, Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor
This session includes an inflatable obstacle course, arts and crafts, games, a morning snack, and more.
ALUMNI PRESENTATIONS & PANEL DISCUSSIONS
9 – 10 a.m.TBD
HOTCHKISS ARCHIVES9 a.m. – 2 p.m.Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
Meet ROSEMARY DAVIS, Hotchkiss archivist, for a chance to view your class yearbook, the Mischianza, and other memorabilia from your days as a student. Please note: we cannot accommodate requests for student files.
CAMPUS STORE OPEN9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.
BACK TO THE CLASSROOM SERIES
10:10 – 11:10 a.m.TBD
ALUMNI PRESENTATIONS & PANEL DISCUSSIONS
10:10 - 11:10 a.m.TBD
STATE OF THE SCHOOL ADDRESS
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Hotchkiss Chapel
A report on the latest news from Hotchkiss will be preceded briefly by news from the Alumni Association. Members of the Alumni and Development Office will provide an update on fundraising for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and announce Reunion Class gift totals to the School.
LUNCH
Noon – 1:45 p.m.TBD
Enjoy a family-friendly lunch for all Reunion classes, guests, faculty, and staff members. Please wear your name tag at all meals, as it serves as proof that you have registered for Reunion Weekend.
CLASS PHOTOS1 – 2 p.m.TBD
Class photos will be taken during lunch for the classes listed below. Please note the time scheduled for your class and listen for announcements with instructions.
TBD
HIXON POOL OPEN SWIM
2 – 4 p.m.Forrest E. Mars Jr. Athletic Center, Hixon Pool
A lifeguard will be staffed for those who wish to enjoy the School’s 10-lane swimming pool – all abilities welcome.
OPEN CAMPUS
2 – 6 p.m.Guests are encouraged to explore campus and enjoy the amenities — hike in the Hotchkiss Woods; play golf, tennis, or beach volleyball; or swim in Lake Wononscopomuc.
STUDENT-LED CAMPUS WALKING TOUR
2:30 – 3:15 p.m.Meet in the Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
FAIRFIELD FARM OPEN HOUSE3 – 4:30 p.m.Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm (400 Sharon Road)
Please use the shuttle to and from Main Circle and Hotchkiss Fairfield Farm
Meet BRIDGET LAWRENCE-MEIGS, Fairfield Farm manager. Learn about the FFEAT (Fairfield Farm Ecosystem & Adventure Team) program, and the School’s commitment to sustainable food. Or, just soak in the views, play lawn games, and enjoy a farm-fresh snack.
THE FIRST 50 YEARS: DOCUMENTARY
3 – 4:00 p.m.Walker Auditorium, Main Building, Lower Level
Created for the 50th Anniversary of women at Hotchkiss, this film traces the history of coeducation, which started as a controversial idea and quickly grew to fundamentally alter the School for the better.
FACILITATED CONVERSATION WITH LEARNING COURAGE
4:10 – 5:25 p.m.Location TBA, Main Building
Hotchkiss has had a multi-year relationship with Learning Courage, a non-profit organization that collaborates with independent schools to reduce incidents, improve responses, and support healing from sexual misconduct and abuse. Alisa Barnard and Amy Wheeler will facilitate a workshop that will provide participants with an opportunity to discuss the documentary and to reflect on their time at Hotchkiss.
FRIENDS OF BILL W. MEETING5 – 6 p.m.Room 419, Main Building, 2nd Floor
CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: SESSION TWO6 – 11:30 p.m.Ages 4 and older: Mars Athletic Center, Field House, 1st Floor
Under age 4: Mars Athletic Center, Multipurpose Room, 2nd Floor
This session includes a child-friendly dinner, fun activities for your energetic children, arts and crafts, and a big screen movie.
CLASS COCKTAIL RECEPTIONS6 – 7:30 p.m.Various locations
REGISTRATION & WELCOME CENTER CLOSE6:30 p.m.Faculty Room & Frantz Student Center, Main Building, 1st Floor
CLASS PHOTOS6:40 – 7:30 p.m.Class photos will be taken during cocktails for the classes listed below. Please note the location and time scheduled for your class and arrive on time if you wish to be in the photo.
TBD
CLASS DINNERS7:30 – 8:45 p.m.Various Locations
REUNION-WIDE LATE-NIGHT PARTY
8:45 p.m. – MidnightHarris House Tent
The party is just getting started! Continue celebrating at this festive event featuring music for all ages from DJ JOE FRESH and dancing while further reminiscing with your classmates. Includes an open beer and wine bar.
LATE NIGHT SNACKS11:30 p.m. – MidnightHarris House Tent
Sunday, June 15
REUNION VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT
FAREWELL BRUNCH8 – 11:30 a.m.Ford Food Court (temporary dining in the William and Martha Ford Indoor Tennis Courts)
Join current and former faculty members to meet, greet, and eat. Intended to be a casual, come-when-you-can way to end your reunion.
FUN RUN
8:30 a.m.Meet at the 5th Tee (behind Harris House Tent)
A Reunion tradition! Join us for your choice of 1 mile, 2 miles, or the full 3.1-mile (5K) route. All ages welcome.
CAMPUS STORE OPEN9 a.m. – 12:30 P.M.Main Building, Lower Level
Browse the latest Hotchkiss clothing and gifts.
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING CHECK-OUT DEADLINENOONAll guests must be out of their dorm rooms prior to noon. Please strip the bedding from your bed and leave it in the hallway on the first floor of your dorm.
Reunion Committees
Reunion would not be a success without the dedication and work of volunteers who know the nuances and personality of their classes. A Hotchkiss reunion provides a unique opportunity for classmates to reconnect throughout the year and during Reunion Weekend. Each class forms a Reunion Committee. Some members of the Committee focus on fundraising tasks (Gift Committee). Others focus on assisting with planning for Reunion Weekend itself (Social Committee). The overall shared objectives are to promote inclusiveness, generate strong attendance at Reunion, and raise funds for a class gift to Hotchkiss.
If you would like to join your Reunion Committee, please contact Caroline Sallee Reilly '87, director of alumni engagement.
Please contact Rebekah Aceves or HIllary Cole if you have any questions!