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Miss Porter's School  •  60 Main Street  •  Farmington, CT 06032  •  860-409-3500  •  admission@missporters.org

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Welcome to Reunion 2020

Thank you for registering for Reunion 2020.  We are grateful and not a bit surprised that over 315 Ancients, representing 35 states and 7 countries, have registered to participate in our 2020 Miss Porter’s School Virtual Reunion Celebration, October 16-18. 

Registration is closed at this time.   If you have questions regarding your registration, please contact Tonja Russo at trusso@missporters.org. 

All registered Ancients will receive an email from school on October 15th that will include unique links for your class specific programming as well as the all-school Reunion programming.  These links are the only way you will be able to access the Reunion programming, so please keep an eye for an email from school on October 15th.

We look forward to celebrating with you and appreciate you helping build community with fellow Ancients during these unprecedented times.  

Reunion 2020 Registration

We are excited to “welcome you back” to Farmington this October and are pleased to offer a variety of programs and information sessions that will honor the rich history of Miss Porter’s School and inform Ancients of the here and now.

Below is a list of weekend offerings, select each title to be linked for additional information.

Friday, October 16

  • 2:00 PM Book Club Discussion: At Crossroads with Chickens:  A “What If It Works Adventure in Off-Grid Living and Quest for Home?” by Tory McCagg ’80 moderated by Fiona York
  • 3:00 PM A Presentation on Recent Campus Enhancements – Michael Bergin P’19, Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Katie Bradley, Director of Campus Planning & Design

Saturday, October 17

  • 9:00 AM Global Seminar Series (GSS) entitled, “The State of Democracy and the Global Impact of the U.S. Presidential Election
  • 10:40 AM A Celebration: Service of Remembrance, Fairfax Fullerton Fair ’75
  • 11:30 AM State of Miss Porter’s School, Katherine G. Windsor, Head of School
  • 12:00 PM Annual Alumnae Association Meeting
    We will conduct three votes during the Alumnae Association Meeting this year:  
    1) to approve the slate of new officers,  2) to approve the Executive Committee and 3) to ratify the amended by-laws which includes the establishment of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee 
     
    1) Slate of new Alumnae Board members for the 2020-2021 year
    Danielle Benjamin
    Callie Brzezinski
    Kelsey Burns
    Paula Fernandez-Baca
    Mayanthi Fernando
    Anique Gorman-Scharf
    Deborah Atkin Haggerty
    Deana Jones-Jean
    Nicole LaMotte
    Michelle Lee
    Claire Henry Lovell
    Daphne Muchnic
    Letitia Roberts
    Tianyi Xu
     
    2) Executive Committee of the Alumnae Board for 2020-2021
    Co-Presidents
    Ashley Jones Tagatac 
    Pat Mueller
     
    Co-Vice Presidents
    Sharifah Holder
    Caroline Udelhofen
     
    Recording Secretary
    Mindy Jones
     
    3) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
     
    If you are unable to attend the Alumnae Association meeting and wish to cast a vote by email, please send your vote to sblanchard@missporters.org
     
  • 2:00 PM Leadership in the Workplace: Through the Lens of Race and Gender, Gaylynn Burroughs ’95, Maureen Hunter ’74, Cristina Trullols ’95, MaryKate Miller ’10

Sunday, October 18

  • 9:00 AM Yoga for Healing: From Grief to Gratitude with Jennifer Wells-Qu ’10
  • 10:15 AM Author Conversation with Q&A: At Crossroads with Chickens:  A “What If It Works Adventure in Off-Grid Living and Quest for Home?” with Tory McCagg ’80

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Porters Reunion Weekend Art

We are excited to announce the Ancient Virtual Art Show.

Are you an artist?  Would you like to “display” your artwork over Reunion Weekend? Please complete this form and submit your artwork to Grier Torrence, Chair – Arts Department; Visual Arts Director; Director of Galleries no later than October 1

Thank You Miller

Artist, Mariana Cotten ’60​

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Questions?

If you have questions, please contact the Assistant Director of Alumnae Relations Tonja Russo at 860-409-3670.

Check back often as details will be updated regularly.

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Volunteer

Consider becoming an Ancient volunteer. Miss Porter’s School depends on committed volunteers from each class to serve on various committees during their Reunion year. These committees are vital to engaging classmates, creating class specific celebrations, and increasing reunion giving during their milestone year.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities complete this FORM, call Assistant Director of Alumnae Relations Tonja Russo at 860-409-3670, or email Tonja at trusso@missporters.org.

frequently asked questions
Do I need to register?

Yes. We ask that you register to assist in our on-campus event planning. You will receive an invitation after July 1, 2020 with registration details and instructions.

Where and when do I go to check-in during Reunion Weekend?

Registration will be open on Friday, October 16.

Where do I park and is the campus accessible?

All the buildings used are accessible. There will be plenty of accessible parking throughout the weekend as well as golf cart transportation around the campus. Please watch for parking signage to direct you.

How can I help?

Please get in touch with classmates and fellow Ancients and encourage them to join us.

How does Reunion Giving make a difference?

Your Reunion is an occasion to renew ties with classmates and reflect on what Miss Porter’s School means to you. It is also a time for alumnae to come together in giving back. Your Reunion giving contributions help maintain and enhance the Miss Porter’s School experience through scholarships, academic innovations, and new initiatives.

Please make a gift in honor of your Reunion today. Donations can be made online or mailed to:

Miss Porter’s School  
60 Main Street
Farmington, CT 06032

Reunion gifts can be made in honor of a faculty member or classmate who impacted your life. Gifts by alumnae to any established fund will count toward your class alumnae participation.

Will the Ivy be open during Reunion Weekend?

Yes, the bookstore, The Ivy will open during Reunion Weekend.

How do I know where my class dinner is?

Class dinners are organized by Class Reunion Committees. You will receive additional information from the committee in the coming months. As arrangements are made, they will be listed on the Reunion website here.

The 50th Reunion Class is hosted on campus in the Grist Mill Friday evening. Classes celebrating their 55th and above reunion will also be hosted for dinner on Friday evening in Riverview Lounge in the Pool and Squash building . All other classes are planning their own dinners. Please check here for you class dinner location. Updates will be posted as class committees continue to organize dinners. Check the website frequently for updates.

I have a severe food allergy, who do I tell?

Severe food allergies should be noted on your registration. Should you have additional concerns, please contact Tonja Russo, Assistant Director of Alumnae Relations at trusso@missporters.org or 860-409-3670.

I saw on the website that there is a Daisy Pop-Up Shoppe. Will the Pop-Up Shoppe be open during Reunion Weekend?

Yes, items listed on the Online Daisy Pop Up Shoppe will be available during Reunion Weekend. Make your purchases during your registration check in. The Shoppe will be open during lunch on Saturday.

I have a question that is not listed here. Who do I call?

Please contact Tonja Russo, Assistant Director of Alumnae Relations. Email her here or call her at 860-409-3670.

My plans have changed and I am unable to attend Reunion Weekend.

We’re sorry you are unable to attend.  Please contact Tonja Russo, Assistant Director of Alumnae Relations. Email her here or call her at 860-409-3670.

How do I access wireless on campus during Reunion Weekend?

For Macbooks

For iPhones

What should I wear?

Please dress comfortably as you will be walking about the campus. Friday evening dinner attire should be suitable for your class dinner location and format.

Are guests welcome?

Absolutely! Please make note on your registration form.

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860-409-3500
admission@missporters.org

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Miss Porter’s School educates young women to become informed, bold, resourceful and ethical global citizens. We expect our graduates to shape a changing world.

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