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Alumni

Alumni Weekend

GDS has big plans to welcome you back.

See how campus has changed. Observe how teaching and education have evolved. Share it all with your family. And come to understand how you’ve grown since your time at GDS.

Whether it was 2 days or 20 years since your last time on campus, you know that a piece of your heart will always be here. You are part of our Bengal family, part of GDS's journey in leading quality education. Celebrate these memories at the biggest alumni event of the year: Alumni Weekend!

You and your fellow alumni are the VIPs on campus during your reunion.

Make plans to join one or more of the Alumni Weekend events by registering online before April 24, 2019.
Questions about Alumni Weekend? Contact your Director of Alumni Programs, Michael Sumner '04 at michaelsumner@greensboroday.org or by phone at 336-288-8590 ext. 210. 

View pictures from Alumni Weekend 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018!

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  • All Alumni Celebration

    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 8-11 p.m. 
    Bell Family Middle School Building

    THIS EVENT IS FOR ALUMNI OF ALL YEARS!

    Join us for drinks, dessert, and live music at the All Alumni Celebration.  There will be a short recognition of the 2019 Alumni Service Award Winner. 

    Join us to catch up with your former classmates and former teachers.  It is sure to be a great event and we hope to see you all there! 

    IF YOU ARE A MEMBER OF A CLASS ENDING IN A 4 OR 9, YOU WILL HAVE A SOCIAl/DINNER PRIOR TO THIS EVENT, BUT THEN YOUR CLASS SHOULD PLAN TO ATTEND THIS EVENT!

    FREE for All!                Attire: Coat, no tie!     

  • Bengal Friends Reunion & Retiree Dinner

    Retiree Dinner: TBD

    Alumni, current & former GDS faculty & staff, and families of retirees are invited to join us as we will celebrate our newest retirees.

    Our Bengal Friends Group (retired teachers and former staff) will help us welcome our newest retirees into the retiree group!      There will be a short social starting at 6:30 p.m. as people arrive. 

    Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. followed by a short program with speeches from some of our alumni to honor our special retirees.  

  • The BBO: Big Bob Open; GDS Golf Tournament

    The BBO – Big Bob Open – GDS Golf Tournament - Due to a number of conflicts, we will not be hosting the BBO in 2019.  We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.  If you have any questions, please reach out to michaelsumner@greensboroday.org. 

  • Class Reunions ('09, '04, '99, '94, '89, '84, '79)

    Register for the following class reunions! (registration coming soon)

    Class of 2009
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    Speakeasy Tavern (back patio)
    1706 Battleground Ave
    Hors D'oeuvres provided, cash bar
    Class of 2009 and guests
    CLASS CONTACTS: Connor Crews, Robbie Kelly, Reid Soles, Taylor Haley Younts
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.

    Class of 2004
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    MELT Kitchen & Bar
    1941 New Garden Rd
    Hors d'oeuvres provided, Cash Bar
    Class of 2004 and guests
    Class Contacts: Jane Andrews Nelson Brantley, Caroline Parker Deichmann, Spencer Kirkman, Ashley Holt, Jonathan Worth
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.

    Class of 1999
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    Char Bar 7 (covered patio)
    3724 Lawndale Ave
    Hors D'oeuvres provided, Cash Bar
    Class of 1999 and guests
    CLASS CONTACTS: Ari Medoff, Mary Katherine Davis Durham, Kelly Robinson Phillips, Emily Hicks Maggart
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.

    Class of 1994
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    Southern Lights Bistro (private room)
    2415 Lawndale Ave
    Class of 1994 and their guests
    CLASS CONTACTS: Ross Van der Linden, Robin Sarratt
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.

    Class of 1989
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    GIA (private lounge)
    1941 New Garden Rd Ste #208
    $25 per person, All Inclusive
    Class of 1989 and guests
    CLASS CONTACTS: Danny Wright, John Yurcisin, Robert Lesley, Matt Olin, Carrie Sloan Norry
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.

    Class of 1984
    Saturday, April 27, 2019; 6-8 p.m.
    1618 Midtown (private room)
    1724 Battleground Ave
    Hors d'oeuvres provided, Cash Bar
    Class of 1984 and guests
    CLASS CONTACTS: Missy Black Akin, Lynn Callicott Baranski, Charlotte Horner Carrere, Kristen Cloninger Lancaster, Richard Falk, Lori Sullivan, Kathy Mincher Green
    *At 8 p.m., the class will go to the All-Alumni Celebration at GDS.
     
    Class of 1979
    Friday, April 26, 2019; 7p.m.
    Home of Mary Copeland '79
    Class of 1979 and guests
    Class Contacts: Mary Copeland
    *Please plan to come to the All Alumni Celebration Saturday night as well! 

  • Campus Events

    Other Events during Alumni Weekend: 

    Friday, April 26, 2019
    Check Bengal Sports below for current teams playing on this day!
     

    Saturday, April 27, 2019

    Campus Tours: Meet at Dillard Gymnasium Main Entrance: 11 a.m.
    If you haven't been back to campus in a while, we highly encourage you to come take a tour.  Much of the campus has changed and there is a lot to be proud of.  Come see it for yourself with guided tours by Tommy Webb.
     
     
    Retiree Dinner: TBD

  • Bengal Sports

    Alumni receive free admission by signing in at ticket table
     

  • General Information

    General Information
    Online Registration for alumni events is open until Wednesday, April 11. Although many events are free, we encourage registration so we are able to plan. For questions contact the Director of Alumni Engagement and Giving, Michael Sumner '04 at michaelsumner@greensboroday.org or by phone at 336-288-8590, ext. 210.

    Check-In
    Tickets will not be mailed for alumni events. Registration will be at each event for alumni and guests to check-in. 

    GDS Campus & Parking
    Take a look at the online Campus Map to find buildings and parking. All parking lots on campus (Lawndale and Lake Brandt Roads) will be open for visitors during Alumni Weekend events. 

    GDS Bookstore
    The Bookstore will be open from 8 am - 5 pm on Friday of Alumni Weekend. All Alumni will receive 10% discount during this day! 

    Childcare
    Do you need someone to watch the kids while you come reconnect with old friends?  Let us know and we will do our best to help find someone for you.  We have many current students who are happy to watch your children.
    Questions about Alumni Reunion Weekend? Contact Michael Sumner '04 at michaelsumner@greensboroday.org or by phone at 336-288-8590 ext. 210.  

  • Support GDS

    Your gift can impact any number of programs on the GDS campus.  Think back to your fondest memory of GDS: Was it the Backpacking Trip?  Was it participating in a play or musical?  Maybe it was winning a conference or state championship?  Senior Dress Up Day? Middle School trip to DC?  Whatever it was, without the support of alumni, these opportunities would not have been available!  

    Alumni are extremely important to the success of Greensboro Day School.  Without the support of generous alumni, GDS would not be able to offer the excellent programs that set itself apart from other educational institutions in the Triad area.  As an alumnus/a of GDS, you received the best education in the area that prepared you for what lay ahead.  Help us by giving back so that our current students can follow in your footsteps!  

Greensboro Day School develops the intellectual, ethical, and interpersonal foundations students need to become constructive contributors to the world.