reunion weekend 2014

2014R e g i s t R at i o ni n f o R m a t i o n

st. andrew’s R E U N I O NJ U N E 6 - 8

Reconnect l Reflect l Relax

Spend the weekend in a special place.

YOUR ReUnion WEEKEND

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We have planned a variety of events to make your experience at Reunion 2014 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 some child supervision.

ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOL 2014

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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.

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

Weekend schedUle in a nUtshellEnjoy a walk in the woods, a cruise on the pond, a backroad bike ride, crew “practice,” a family soccer game and sumptuous meals. Engage in a dynamic discussion with our fabulous faculty and amazing alumni panels. Wellness activities, karaoke and the all-alumni banquet are just more of the fun.

23Rd annUal scholaRship golf toURnamentThis year’s tournament tees off on Friday, June 6, at 9:00 a.m. at Wild Quail Golf Club in Camden-Wyoming, Delaware. Talk with classmates, friends and family members to form a foursome (or two!) and compete for great prizes. Look for the registration in the centerfold or go online to register.


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50th ReUnion class cocktails and dinneRTime for the Class of 1964 to gather together for food and fellowship to celebrate their milestone reunion!

toUR de noxontoWnBring your bike and join up with other alumni cyclists for a backroad tour of Delaware and Maryand! Four routes including Chesapeake Horse Country and the Lighthouse at Cedar Swamp State Wildlife Area.

facUlty panel discUssion: “school cUltURe and ethos” Members of the current faculty will lead the discussion to explore what we mean by school culture and ethos, and how we build this spirit and energy into the core of the institution. The group will reflect on the qualities that define a healthy, vibrant school culture and discuss how contemporary society poses challenges to overcome as we fight for this culture.

oUR amazing alUmniA conversation on how the St. Andrew’s culture and ethos carry into our adult professional and personal lives. Led by Adm. Dennis Blair ’64 (Ret.).

25th ReUnion lUncheonThe Class of 1989 is invited to join Tad and Elizabeth Roach and members of the faculty for a special luncheon under the tent at House #1 to reminisce and renew class friendships.

old gUaRd lUncheonMembers of the distinguished 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th, 70th and 75th reunion classes are invited to a special luncheon discussion with Alumni Association Board President Buck Smith ‘66 about the School’s historic strengths and vision that have served each of us throughout the years.

st. andReW’s stoRy coRpsModeled after NPR’s “Story Corps Booth,” the SAS Library seminar room is set up to record your favorite SAS stories and memories. Drop by alone or with your former roommate, teammate or classmate to share your own oral history!

Weekend Highlights


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fRiday, JUne 6, 2014

8:00 a.m. 23rd Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Registration Opens (9:00 a.m. shotgun start)Wild Quail Golf and Country Club

4:00 p.m. Reunion Check-In begins for all classesMain Common Room

6:00 p.m. Welcome Back BBQFront Lawn/Dining Hall

50th Reunion CocktailsO’Brien Arts Center

7:00 p.m. 50th Reunion DinnerWarner Gallery, O’Brien Arts Center

8:30 p.m. All-Alumni Hospitality Suite on the Garth

Old Guard Coffee & ConversationHouse #1

schedule of Reunion events

June 6-8, 2014schedule subject to change

late aRRival infoRegistration 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 and find their registration packet on the table there. It will have the 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 on Saturday when registration is open to notify staff of your arrival.

events for all Reunions


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satURday, JUne 7, 2014

7:30 a.m. Birder’s Barge Trip Tour de Noxontown

8:00–9:30 a.m. Breakfast Buffet, Dining Hall

9:00–10:30 a.m. Faculty Panel on Culture and Ethos Explore school culture and ethos, and learn how we build spirit and energy into the core of the institution. Gahagan Room, O’Brien Arts Center

10:45 a.m.–Noon Our Amazing Alumni: Adm. Dennis Blair ’64 (Ret.) A conversation on how St. Andrew’s culture and ethos carries into our adult professional and personal lives. Gahagan Room, O’Brien Arts Center

Noon Eastern Shore Picnic, Front Lawn

25th Reunion Luncheon Headmaster’s House

Old Guard Luncheon Warner Gallery, O’Brien Arts Center

2:00 p.m. Alumni Crew and Waterfront Time

2:00–5:00 p.m. Ice Cream Truck with special Reunion flavor! Front Lawn

2:30 p.m. Family Soccer Game

6:00 p.m. Class Photos and Cocktails, Front Lawn

7:00 p.m. Reunion Banquet Buffet

8:00 p.m. Headmaster’s State of the School Reunion Awards Ceremony

9:30 p.m. Karaoke, Fieldhouse Terrace

Midnight Pizza Delivery

1:00 a.m. Coffee & Cookies

sUnday, JUne 8, 20149:00 a.m. Alumni Memorial Chapel Service

William H. Amos, speaker

9:30–11:00 a.m. Farewell Brunch

schedule of Reunion events

June 6-8,

2014schedule subject to change

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otheR Weekend activitiesEnjoy the campus! St. Andrew’s School is located on over 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 bug 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 activitiesBasketball 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

deadline for reservations is thursday, may 28.We cannot guarantee lodging for walk-in attendees.


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general Reunion informationDue to the increasingly high number of St. Andreans attending Reunion and our limited rooming capacity, we will adhere to the following registration and cancellation deadlines.

RegistRationRegistration deadline for Reunion 2014 is Thursday, May 28. You may register online, by mail or by fax, but it must be received by May 28. All pre-registrations will be assigned a room and all others will be taken as 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.

cancellation policyIf 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.

attiReDress 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 appropri-ate clothing needs (e.g., crew, tennis, soccer, swimming, etc.). Plan to be comfortable!


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tRavelSt. Andrew’s is located close to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Baltimore-Wash-ington 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. We do not recommend using a taxi service—the costs can reach $90-100 each way.

aRRivalUpon arrival, all vehicles will be directed where to park in 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, including room assignment and nametag, 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.

alUmni officePlease do not hesitate to contact us with any questions at 302-285-4260, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.


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accommodationsOn-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—before the start of the weekend! 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 commu-nity with an honor code and individual dorm rooms are not meant to be locked—there are no individual keys. Remember the locked drawer? Bring a combination lock if you must, but we encourage you to leave valuables at home.

Please contact us for a complete list of hotels, motels and B&Bs, or check the “Accommodations” listing on our Web site: http://alumni.standrews-de.org.

Rooms may be available at the following locations for the evenings of June 6 & 7:

hampton inn117 Sandhill DriveMiddletown, DE 19709302-378-5656www.hamptoninn.com

fairfield inn65 Geoffrey DriveNewark, DE 19713 302-292-1500www.marriott.com

christiana hilton100 Continental DriveNewark, DE 19713302-454-1500www.hilton.com

holiday inn express1780 N. DuPont HighwayDover, DE 19901302-678-0600www.holiday-inn.com

sheraton inn1570 N. DuPont HighwayDover, DE 19901302-678-8500www.sheraton.com

dover downs hotel1131 N. DuPont HighwayDover, DE 19901800-711-5882302-674-4600www.doverdowns.com

Best Western smyrna inn190 Stadium StreetSmyrna, DE 19977302-659-3635www.bestwestern.com


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a feW RemindeRs•Thereisnocampus-wideair-conditioning.

Bring a fan if the forecast calls for hot weather; if the weather turns cold, please bring a blanket.

•Therearenoprivatebathroomsinthedorms, although we do designate men’s and women’s.

•Therearestairstomostofthedorms.Ifyourequire accessible accommodations, please let us know, and we will accommodate you.

•Singleregistrantswillbehousedwithsame-sex classmates. Let us know if you and a classmate want to be “roomies;” otherwise, leave it to us.

•Itisacelebratoryweekendandsomeoftherevelry may extend beyond some guests’ bedtimes. As St. Andreans, however, we hope everyone will be considerate and reasonable.

•Familiesarehousedtogether.Childrenstaywith their parents. Please bring portable cribs or sleeping bags for children.

•DogsorotherpetsareNOTpermittedoncampus during Reunion.

We look foRWaRd to Receiving yoUR RegistRation By thURsday, may 28!


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activities for childrenFranni’s Funhouse provides activities for children (5–12 years) and is

supervised. It operates during most 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 Rachelle Miclette at 302-285-4413.

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.

fRiday, JUne 6, 2014

8:00 p.m. Movies

10:00 p.m. End of supervised activities

satURday, JUne 7, 2014

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 noteAll swimming, in the pond or pool, is permitted

only under parental supervision while a lifeguard is on duty.

schedule of children’s events

June 6-7,

2014schedule subject to change


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We look forward to the 23rd Annual Golf Tournament, which supports the Scholarship Fund and helps to keep St. Andrew’s open to all, regardless of means.

We started this golf tournament with two goals—to kick off St. Andrew’s Reunion Weekend with a fun-filled event offering alumni, faculty, parents and friends of St. Andrew’s an opportunity to share the past, present and future of the School in a relaxed atmosphere, and secondly, to raise money for the St. Andrew’s Scholarship Fund. Over the past 22 years, I’m happy to say that with the support of alumni, parent and friends and local businesses, we have raised over $280,000 for the Scholarship Fund with the help of over 80 participants each year that have enjoyed a day of golf and fellowship.

This year’s tournament promises to be better than ever. We will have prizes at many of the holes. As with last year’s tournament, everyone will play a scramble format that should be fun for the duffers and offer some challenges for more competitive golfers. And of course, our tournament will feature a first-class 19th Hole reception with a generous buffet and open bar.

Please join us at the tournament on June 6. It is a great day of spirit and fellowship and good and not-so-good golf. The entry fee is $160.

We expect a record turnout this year, so please register early. Look for your registration in this mailing or go online. You must mail or fax your registration by May 28 to secure a berth in the tournament. Reunion classes get organized—there will be prizes for the classes with the most golfers! If you have any questions, please call Amy Kendig at St. Andrew’s at 302-285-4278.

I hope you will join us this year in supporting a great cause! I hope to see you at Wild Quail on June 6.

Yours truly, Bob Kidd ’93Golf Tournament Chairman

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Benefactor Platinum $10,000nEverything in Benefactor Gold, plusnYour logo imprinted on tournament souvenirs given to

all participants in the Golf TournamentnFour more golf entries

Benefactor Gold $5,000nYour message on a large sign at the 19th Hole

ReceptionnRecognition in tournament program and at the 19th

Hole ReceptionnRecognition in half-page ad in St. Andrew’s Magazine

mailing to over 4,000 alumni and friends of the School thanking Benefactor Gold sponsors

nFour golf entries

Benefactor Silver $2,000nYour message on a large sign at the 19th Hole

ReceptionnRecognition in tournament program and at the 19th

Hole ReceptionnTwo golf entries

Benefactor Bronze $1,500nYour message on a large sign at tournament startnRecognition in tournament program and at the 19th

Hole Reception

Patron Gold level $1,000nYour message on a sign at the 10th hole gazebo

refreshment standnRecognition in tournament program

Patron Silver level $500nYour message on a sign at the 10th hole gazebo

refreshment standnRecognition in tournament program

Patron Bronze level $350nYour message on a sign along the coursenRecognition in tournament program

faculty SPonSor $160nSponsor a St. Andrew’s faculty member to playnYour name and message on a tee/green sign and

recognition in tournament program

tee/Green SPonSor $125nYour name and message on a tee/green sign and

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