DA Class of 1983 E-Newsletter
25th Reunion Year Edition
November 2007
Dear 83er,
In this edition:
Boston Region News
Online Reunion Survey Announced
Recent Class Notes
From the DA Intranet
NEWS:
BOSTON – The Boston Region Reunion Committee has announced a change of date and venue for its pre-25th Reunion event. Originally planned as an afternoon chance to watch the decimation of the Buffalo Bills by the New England Patriots on Sunday, November 18th (sorry Munro…), the TV gods have moved the game to 8 pm. Host Pete Townsend lamented, “I’m as fond of my classmates as anyone, but inviting them over on a school night for malted beverages seemed like an unwise move, what, with the wife and two kids and all.” The emergency committee meeting resulted in a spectacular idea:
Boston Pre-25th Reunion Event:
CLASSY ’83 –
Thursday, January 17th at 6 pm - Oak Bar
At the Fairmont Copley
http://theoakroom.com/page/nwxk/Oak_Bar.html
Already likely to be there: Townsend, Davey, Homer, Knight and Grossett (all the way from Maine).
PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE to block the dates on your calendar - June 13-15, 2008 – so you have the option of attending. More planning information will be forthcoming.
AND NOW…THE ONLINE SURVEY
25th REUNION ONLINE SURVEY: Please take a minute to inform your 25th Reunion Committee if you are likely to come back – what information you need to make your decision – or to volunteer to help encourage classmates to “Rally to the Valley”. Simply click the link or hold CTRL while clicking or paste in your browser (Note: Strange things happen in Firefox but eventually it opens:
http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB2269WQ9PZVQ
Speaking of people likely to return for the 25th reunion – we have already heard from Rob Gulick who is “90% likely to make it from Macedonia” and Leigh Guyer who is making the road trip from Seattle. Brian Steward is likely from San Antonio and Craig Pattee and Will Wolf are caravanning from DC!
ClASS NOTES:
Ed. Note. Class Notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org. If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Congrats to Doug Schmidt and Camilla Anderson on the birth of their son, “J.D.” and same to Chip Thorner and Allison Rehnberg (see below). They gladly join the “Late to Fatherhood Club” started 22 months ago by John Knight!
Alex Grossett reports, “As to L.L.Bean, I've been here coming up on five years. The first two years spent in operational areas and the last three in what is now called Corporate Learning as a consultant. While not quite the prediction from the 1983 Pocumtuck "traveling salesman living in Maine" if I remember, it's a great company to work for and it does keep me up here in "God's country"”.
Chip Thorner (1983) and Allison Rehnberg are proud to announce the birth of a baby boy, Lincoln Jon Thorner. He was born on September 22, 2007 in Freeport, ME, and weighed 8 lb., 3 oz. All are well but sleep is minimal! Submitted on Nov 7 2007.Chip Thorner (1983) reports the good news that he was married to Allison Rehnberg in March 2007 and that they are expecting, as well. His company, Boomerang Builders, is doing residential construction in the Freeport, Maine area and he looks forward to bringing his family back to Deerfield for the 25th reunion. Submitted on Sep 25 2007.Peter Townsend (1983) writes, "As a Project Manager for Skanska USA I’ve been helping construct a number of interesting buildings on the Boston waterfront in the past seven years. We’re currently on Commercial Street working on a $185 million dollar hotel and condominium project. My wife, Cindy, and I live with our two boys on the north shore of town and are all looking forward to the 25th reunion this June. See you all there." Submitted on Sep 25 2007.
Wanna buy some land? Rob Gulick has some deals for you in Macedonia! See image below!
From the Deerfield Intranet:
Boys Water Polo Captures New England Championship
Water Polo - Boys - November 10, 2007
Seeded second going into the New England Tournament, Deerfield faced Hotchkiss in their home pool in a semifinal game. Trailing 2-1 late in the first quarter, we scored five goals over the next two quarters to take a 6-2 lead into the fourth and then preserved the win with sound defense. Three hours later, we faced Choate, a team on a hot streak after upsetting fourth-seeded Suffield in the opening round and top-seeded Exeter in the semifinals. Though we never trailed in the opening quarter, we could not open a working lead against the hot-shooting opponents until late in the first half. A buzzer beating shot by Andrew Wood with an assist from Dom Kwok and then a goal in the first ten seconds of the second half by Oliver Lee, who won the sprint and sped down the left side of the pool and scored, gave Deerfield a 10-5 lead, which we never relinquished. In the game's final minutes, all of the team's seniors, including the six who played on the 2-16 team as sophomores were in the pool playing tenacious defense, the defining characteristic of this year's team. Sophomore Grant Villeneuve and senior Trevor Gladych were named to the All-Tournament Team. Senior Marker Anderson carried home the MVP award, and his fellow captain Bo Swindell cradled the team trophy in his lap for the joyous ride home.
Getting Greener All the Time!
November 9, 2007 Biodegradable plates, utensils, and take-out containers are being used in the Greer Store and Koch Center Café and are expected to dramatically reduce the amount of trash Deerfield Academy produces daily. An increase in the quantity of compost produced and then used on campus is also anticipated. According to Ms. Paige, Director of Food Services, “This is the most recent chapter in Deerfield’s ongoing recycling efforts and an exciting opportunity for us as individuals and as a community.”
All the plastic-looking table ware at the Greer and the Koch Café is made from corn, sugar, potato, or bamboo-based compounds and will break down in Deerfield’s own compost pile in just 45 days. The academy’s compost, created from vegetable waste, grass clippings, and the biodegradable table ware, can then be used as a non-chemical fertilizer for Deerfield’s fields and flower beds.
As we move towards the next Green Cup Challenge and build upon previous recycling efforts, mindful cooperation will keep Deerfield “Green.” So read the signs at the recycle stations and remember: bottles, cans and plastics will go into the same bin and will be sorted by the recycling company. Plates, cups, and utensils can be composted.
REMEMBER: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
HAVE an IDEA to help celebrate our 25th?
Want to help make calls and reach out to classmates to spur on attendance?
Want to chair a committee?
Contact John Knight at jknight@deerfield.edu (immediately!)
THIRTY SEVEN classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
ANNUAL SUPPORT: We made a strong push at the end and finished with 63 donors to annual support this year. Not bad – but we really need to rally for our 25th. Please take a minute to think about the kind of stretch commitment you could make in the coming year (some gifts could be increased by making contributions in two different calendar years). It makes a huge difference for Deerfield, with over 30% of the total coming from the 9 reunion classes – not including the 50th reunion… THANKS
CONTACTING THE EDITOR:
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Saturday, August 25, 2007
2007 - August - DA 83 E News
DA Class of 1983 E-Newsletter
25th Reunion Year Edition
August 2007
Dear 83er,
Last issue, I was thrilled to mention our most recent addition: Greg Badalich! With 131 members of the class on the E-Newsletter distribution, we are poised to have a great turnout for our 25th Reunion June 13-15, 2008. In the near future we will make available datasets of all classmates to spur on communication. Each of us should invite at least one classmate we’d like to see.
If you would like join the reunion committee – please email JK at jknight@deerfield.edu.
PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE to block the dates on your calendar - June 13-15, 2008 – so you have the option of attending. More planning information will be forthcoming.
Also, COMING SOON – the pre-reunion survey. Too busy to tell us what would make your 25th reunion special – your chance will arrive soon via email – that’s right – the online survey is soon to be unveiled. Getting this newsletter on paper? Please send your email to the editor at jknight01038@comcast.net.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Most Recent Postings to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org:
Geoffrey Lewis (1983) writes, "Aloha class of '83,Just got back from a great visit to the East coast with my wife Melissa and three kids, Oliver (11), Ethan (9) and Eliza (4). We started our trip in Rye, New Hampshire where my mother was raised. Lobster this, lobster that...we ate way too much lobster! My two boys decided that surfing on the East coast was a must so they forged their way into the cold Atlantic and had a blast! We also were lucky enough to get in a Red Sox game!Our next stop was Cooperstown, New York for Oliver's baseball tournament at 'Dreams Park'. What a first class event with lots of fun. Everyone loves the Hawaii team...could be the chocolate covered mac nuts or 'puka' shell necklaces we were giving out! We enjoyed the baseball (not soccer) Hall of Fame as well...what a great place!On our way to Cooperstown, we stopped by Deerfield to share this great place with my family. Sure enough, while driving down towards Barton...there was John Knight! We where both a bit shocked but then had a quick, but great chat. The last stop was New York City. Quite a change from tropical Honolulu...but wow, what a great time. We got a tour of Yankee stadium (I was forced), caught a Mets game and a show on Broadway. Can't wait to get back to this wonderful city.Hope to see you all next year for our 25th! Until then, ALOHA from Hawaii!" FOR (THE PHOTO GO TO WWW.DeerfieldAlumni.org) If you need login help, contact jknight@deerfield.edu.
Sadly, since the time of our last issue, we have learned that John Bryan ’83 died in March of 2006. His obit is below, but regardless of how (or if) you remember him, it does seem to add some poignancy to this one time opportunity known as our 25th reunion.
PLAN AHEAD and try to get to Deerfield June 13-15, 2008.
From the Burlington Free Press:
03/27/2006
JOHN TAYLOR BRYAN - JEFFERSONVILLE/WILLISTON —
John T. Bryan, son of Phoebe E. and Alden T. Bryan, and grandson of the late Betsy W. and Joseph A. Estes of Lexington, Ky., and the late Mary and Alden Bryan of Jeffersonville, died Sunday, March 26, 2006. He is survived by his parents; his brother, Beckner L. Bryan; and his wife, Lisa J. Bryan; and their children, Merritt T. Bryan and Lucien A. Bryan, of Jeffersonville. Also surviving him is his dear friend, Dianne Orfant, of Montpelier. Born Sept. 15, 1965, John began his education at Williston Elementary School and was a 1983 graduate at Champlain Valley Union High School. Following graduation from the University of Vermont, he lived in Jackson, Wyo., for ten years engaged in various segments of the resort industry. In 1999, John moved to Denver, Colorado, where he entered upon a new career in psychiatric social work. After achieving his degree in 2001, he returned to Vermont and Jeffersonville and began his association with Howard Center for Human Services in Burlington, where he worked in mental health services. John and his family are forever grateful to HCHS and its employees for the support and affection they gave him through his ordeal with cancer, helping and employing him through recovery following two brain tumor operations and into his final days. We wish to thank as well the many doctors and staff at MCHV, and especially the nurses and staff at the Vermont Respite House in Williston for the care and genuine concern they provided during John's last days. Those wishing to make a contribution in John's memory may consider Howard Center for Human Services (300 Flynn Avenue, Burlington 05401), or the Vermont Respite House (99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston 05495), as well as any charity of one's own choosing.
REMEMBER: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
HAVE an IDEA to help celebrate our 25th?
Want to help make calls and reach out to classmates to spur on attendance?
Want to chair a committee?
Contact John Knight at jknight@deerfield.edu (immediately!)
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: THIRTY SEVEN classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the link below: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
ANNUAL SUPPORT: We made a strong push at the end and finished with 63 donors to annual support this year. Not bad – but we really need to rally for our 25th. Please take a minute to think about the kind of stretch commitment you could make in the coming year (some gifts could be increased by making contributions in two different calendar years). It makes a huge difference for Deerfield, with over 25% of the total coming from the 9 reunion classes – not including the 50th reunion… THANKS
CONTACTING THE EDITOR:
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
25th Reunion Year Edition
August 2007
Dear 83er,
Last issue, I was thrilled to mention our most recent addition: Greg Badalich! With 131 members of the class on the E-Newsletter distribution, we are poised to have a great turnout for our 25th Reunion June 13-15, 2008. In the near future we will make available datasets of all classmates to spur on communication. Each of us should invite at least one classmate we’d like to see.
If you would like join the reunion committee – please email JK at jknight@deerfield.edu.
PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE to block the dates on your calendar - June 13-15, 2008 – so you have the option of attending. More planning information will be forthcoming.
Also, COMING SOON – the pre-reunion survey. Too busy to tell us what would make your 25th reunion special – your chance will arrive soon via email – that’s right – the online survey is soon to be unveiled. Getting this newsletter on paper? Please send your email to the editor at jknight01038@comcast.net.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Most Recent Postings to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org:
Geoffrey Lewis (1983) writes, "Aloha class of '83,Just got back from a great visit to the East coast with my wife Melissa and three kids, Oliver (11), Ethan (9) and Eliza (4). We started our trip in Rye, New Hampshire where my mother was raised. Lobster this, lobster that...we ate way too much lobster! My two boys decided that surfing on the East coast was a must so they forged their way into the cold Atlantic and had a blast! We also were lucky enough to get in a Red Sox game!Our next stop was Cooperstown, New York for Oliver's baseball tournament at 'Dreams Park'. What a first class event with lots of fun. Everyone loves the Hawaii team...could be the chocolate covered mac nuts or 'puka' shell necklaces we were giving out! We enjoyed the baseball (not soccer) Hall of Fame as well...what a great place!On our way to Cooperstown, we stopped by Deerfield to share this great place with my family. Sure enough, while driving down towards Barton...there was John Knight! We where both a bit shocked but then had a quick, but great chat. The last stop was New York City. Quite a change from tropical Honolulu...but wow, what a great time. We got a tour of Yankee stadium (I was forced), caught a Mets game and a show on Broadway. Can't wait to get back to this wonderful city.Hope to see you all next year for our 25th! Until then, ALOHA from Hawaii!" FOR (THE PHOTO GO TO WWW.DeerfieldAlumni.org) If you need login help, contact jknight@deerfield.edu.
Sadly, since the time of our last issue, we have learned that John Bryan ’83 died in March of 2006. His obit is below, but regardless of how (or if) you remember him, it does seem to add some poignancy to this one time opportunity known as our 25th reunion.
PLAN AHEAD and try to get to Deerfield June 13-15, 2008.
From the Burlington Free Press:
03/27/2006
JOHN TAYLOR BRYAN - JEFFERSONVILLE/WILLISTON —
John T. Bryan, son of Phoebe E. and Alden T. Bryan, and grandson of the late Betsy W. and Joseph A. Estes of Lexington, Ky., and the late Mary and Alden Bryan of Jeffersonville, died Sunday, March 26, 2006. He is survived by his parents; his brother, Beckner L. Bryan; and his wife, Lisa J. Bryan; and their children, Merritt T. Bryan and Lucien A. Bryan, of Jeffersonville. Also surviving him is his dear friend, Dianne Orfant, of Montpelier. Born Sept. 15, 1965, John began his education at Williston Elementary School and was a 1983 graduate at Champlain Valley Union High School. Following graduation from the University of Vermont, he lived in Jackson, Wyo., for ten years engaged in various segments of the resort industry. In 1999, John moved to Denver, Colorado, where he entered upon a new career in psychiatric social work. After achieving his degree in 2001, he returned to Vermont and Jeffersonville and began his association with Howard Center for Human Services in Burlington, where he worked in mental health services. John and his family are forever grateful to HCHS and its employees for the support and affection they gave him through his ordeal with cancer, helping and employing him through recovery following two brain tumor operations and into his final days. We wish to thank as well the many doctors and staff at MCHV, and especially the nurses and staff at the Vermont Respite House in Williston for the care and genuine concern they provided during John's last days. Those wishing to make a contribution in John's memory may consider Howard Center for Human Services (300 Flynn Avenue, Burlington 05401), or the Vermont Respite House (99 Allen Brook Lane, Williston 05495), as well as any charity of one's own choosing.
REMEMBER: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
HAVE an IDEA to help celebrate our 25th?
Want to help make calls and reach out to classmates to spur on attendance?
Want to chair a committee?
Contact John Knight at jknight@deerfield.edu (immediately!)
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: THIRTY SEVEN classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the link below: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
ANNUAL SUPPORT: We made a strong push at the end and finished with 63 donors to annual support this year. Not bad – but we really need to rally for our 25th. Please take a minute to think about the kind of stretch commitment you could make in the coming year (some gifts could be increased by making contributions in two different calendar years). It makes a huge difference for Deerfield, with over 25% of the total coming from the 9 reunion classes – not including the 50th reunion… THANKS
CONTACTING THE EDITOR:
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
Monday, June 25, 2007
2007 - June - DA 83 E News
DA Class of 1983 E-Newsletter
June 2007
Dear 83er,
Welcome to our most recent addition: Greg Badalich! That puts us at 131 members of the class on the E-Newsletter distribution – impressive – thanks for keeping in touch.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Most Recent Postings to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org:
David Morley (1983)David Morley (1983) writes, "I competed in the US Masters National Championships in Federal Way Washington on the 18-20th of May. Swam five of six personal best (masters times, that is) and finished as follows in my age group (40-44 years) 50 Backstroke - 4th, 100 Backstroke - 5th, 200 Backstroke - 7th, 100 Butterfly - 10th, 100 IM - 7th and 200 IM - 5th. It was a great meet and a lot of fun watching other former Olympic swimmers compete at this level. In fact, there was a swimmer in my age group who is currently training to make his 4th Olympic team for Greece (now at age 42). Don't get any ideas - swimming for me is more for fitness and health reasons and the occasional competition. Beside that, everything else is great. I have been trying to encourage Sean Nottage to get back into the water and train and I keep getting the "I promise this time I really am going to get back in the water and start training again!" Submitted on Jun 18 2007.
David Smith (1983)Lt. Col. David Smith (1983) writes, "Gearing up for my third tour in Iraq this summer by keeping it simple in Vermont. My small maple sugaring operation makes about 40 gallons a year." Submitted on May 2 2007.
Gregory Atkinson (1983)Greg (Tex) Atkinson (1983) writes, "I finally have some news to report from Houston. My wife (Kristin) and I had our 4th child on April 3rd. Her name is Lainee Elizabeth Atkinson. Although she was born 6 weeks early and still in the ICU, she is doing great. She is improving daily, and we hope to bring her home soon." Submitted on Apr 16 2007.Craig Pattee (1983)Craig Pattee (1983) writes, "My kids are terrific: Mack is 3, and Brady is 4. We got them up on skis out in Jackson Hole recently. They love it and are becoming great little athletes. They continue to crack me up and I'm thoroughly enjoying being a dad. Bridget and I and the kids have moved out to a farm in Middleburg, VA, about an hour outside of DC. The commute is incredibly bad, but the quality of life can't be beat. Business is great, and our lobbying firm (Dutko Worldwide) survived the elections just fine. Change is good for the lobbying business (especially since we are a bi-partisan firm). And in my spare time, I'm advising Mitt Romney on his presidential run. So, life is great and I remain a lucky guy. My best to the Class of '83!" Submitted on Feb 15 2007.Kevin McKelvey (1983)Kevin McKelvey (1983) writes, "I am living in Boxford MA with wife Liza and kids, Phebe, 13 and Tim, 6. Phebe is nearing high school age and has already tossed Deerfield into the hat as a viable option. Nice to be a young lady in 2007 and have that choice! I'm sales director for a mobile music company here in Boston called Groove Mobile: selling full track music through wireless carriers like Sprint; think iPod on your phone. Hip-hop & rap rule the scene, so trying to keep up with the Akons, Yung Joc and Justin Timberlakes of the world. Lots of outdoor neighborhood fun: mountain biking, backyard hockey, skiing. The locals keep us very busy. Hoping to get back to DA for a winter sports weekend later this month." Submitted on Feb 13 2007.Paul Magee (1983)Paul Magee (1983) writes, "Currently living in inexpensive Mexico with my wife and children. Had to keep a low profile however after the US recently beat Mexico in soccer! Hoping to bring the family to Deerfield this summer for their first visit." Submitted on Feb 12 2007.
REMEMBER: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
DEERFIELD TRUSTEES from the Class of 1983: Win One, Lose One
Philip B. Weymouth III
Philip B. "P.B." Weymouth III ’83 is the newly elected President of the Executive Committee of the Alumni Association and was also elected to serve a three-year term on the Board of trustees. He is a 1987 graduate of Yale University where he majored in Economics & Political Science and History. In 2004, Mr. Weymouth joined the boutique investment bank, Watch Hill Partners.
Mr. Weymouth has been a speaker and panelist at a variety of Media & Communications conferences and industry events and was a member of the board of the Software & Information Industry Association’s (SIIA) Content Division from 2003 to 2004. Mr. Weymouth currently serves on the board of mix1®, an all-natural, nutritional beverage company based in Boulder, Colorado.
In addition to his service to Deerfield, he serves on the Yale Campaign Committee and the University of Virginia’s National Committee on University Resources and has previously served on the Yale Development Board (1998 – 2006) and The Darden Society Board (1995 – 2002). Recently, he was appointed by the Headmaster as the President of the Buckley School Fathers Committee, upon which he has served since 2004. He and his wife, Elizabeth, reside in New York City with their three children.
Andrew N. Schiff ‘83
WHEREAS: The Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy notes with regret the expiration of the term of Andrew N. Schiff member of the Class of 1983, as a member of the Board.
and
WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff has served the Board with generous compassion since 1997 as a member of the Board of Trustees, serving on the Executive Committee, the Student Life Committee, the Committee on Trustees and the Investment Committee.
and
WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff has in that time chaired the Student Life Committee and been instrumental in arranging fruitful opportunities for members of the Board to meet with students to listen and learn about Deerfield from diverse perspectives.
and
WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff as a physician has instigated productive discourse on the health issues of adolescents.
Now be it therefore RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Andrew Schiff for bringing his voice, vision and clear promise to the Academy and its people.
and
Be it further resolved that this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the May 6, 2007 the Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy and that the Clerk be instructed to send a copy thereof to Mr. Schiff.
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: THIRTY SIX classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the link below: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
ANNUAL SUPPORT: Our 24th year since graduation is almost over – and our annual support participation is a little leaner than usual. We have only 39 donors – our usual finish on June 30th is about 60. Please take a minute to participate – at whatever level – if you have not done so already. Go to www.deerfieldalumni.org and click the button to the right called “Make a Gift to Deerfield”. THANKS
CONTACTING THE EDITOR:
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
June 2007
Dear 83er,
Welcome to our most recent addition: Greg Badalich! That puts us at 131 members of the class on the E-Newsletter distribution – impressive – thanks for keeping in touch.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Most Recent Postings to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org:
David Morley (1983)David Morley (1983) writes, "I competed in the US Masters National Championships in Federal Way Washington on the 18-20th of May. Swam five of six personal best (masters times, that is) and finished as follows in my age group (40-44 years) 50 Backstroke - 4th, 100 Backstroke - 5th, 200 Backstroke - 7th, 100 Butterfly - 10th, 100 IM - 7th and 200 IM - 5th. It was a great meet and a lot of fun watching other former Olympic swimmers compete at this level. In fact, there was a swimmer in my age group who is currently training to make his 4th Olympic team for Greece (now at age 42). Don't get any ideas - swimming for me is more for fitness and health reasons and the occasional competition. Beside that, everything else is great. I have been trying to encourage Sean Nottage to get back into the water and train and I keep getting the "I promise this time I really am going to get back in the water and start training again!" Submitted on Jun 18 2007.
David Smith (1983)Lt. Col. David Smith (1983) writes, "Gearing up for my third tour in Iraq this summer by keeping it simple in Vermont. My small maple sugaring operation makes about 40 gallons a year." Submitted on May 2 2007.
Gregory Atkinson (1983)Greg (Tex) Atkinson (1983) writes, "I finally have some news to report from Houston. My wife (Kristin) and I had our 4th child on April 3rd. Her name is Lainee Elizabeth Atkinson. Although she was born 6 weeks early and still in the ICU, she is doing great. She is improving daily, and we hope to bring her home soon." Submitted on Apr 16 2007.Craig Pattee (1983)Craig Pattee (1983) writes, "My kids are terrific: Mack is 3, and Brady is 4. We got them up on skis out in Jackson Hole recently. They love it and are becoming great little athletes. They continue to crack me up and I'm thoroughly enjoying being a dad. Bridget and I and the kids have moved out to a farm in Middleburg, VA, about an hour outside of DC. The commute is incredibly bad, but the quality of life can't be beat. Business is great, and our lobbying firm (Dutko Worldwide) survived the elections just fine. Change is good for the lobbying business (especially since we are a bi-partisan firm). And in my spare time, I'm advising Mitt Romney on his presidential run. So, life is great and I remain a lucky guy. My best to the Class of '83!" Submitted on Feb 15 2007.Kevin McKelvey (1983)Kevin McKelvey (1983) writes, "I am living in Boxford MA with wife Liza and kids, Phebe, 13 and Tim, 6. Phebe is nearing high school age and has already tossed Deerfield into the hat as a viable option. Nice to be a young lady in 2007 and have that choice! I'm sales director for a mobile music company here in Boston called Groove Mobile: selling full track music through wireless carriers like Sprint; think iPod on your phone. Hip-hop & rap rule the scene, so trying to keep up with the Akons, Yung Joc and Justin Timberlakes of the world. Lots of outdoor neighborhood fun: mountain biking, backyard hockey, skiing. The locals keep us very busy. Hoping to get back to DA for a winter sports weekend later this month." Submitted on Feb 13 2007.Paul Magee (1983)Paul Magee (1983) writes, "Currently living in inexpensive Mexico with my wife and children. Had to keep a low profile however after the US recently beat Mexico in soccer! Hoping to bring the family to Deerfield this summer for their first visit." Submitted on Feb 12 2007.
REMEMBER: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
DEERFIELD TRUSTEES from the Class of 1983: Win One, Lose One
Philip B. Weymouth III
Philip B. "P.B." Weymouth III ’83 is the newly elected President of the Executive Committee of the Alumni Association and was also elected to serve a three-year term on the Board of trustees. He is a 1987 graduate of Yale University where he majored in Economics & Political Science and History. In 2004, Mr. Weymouth joined the boutique investment bank, Watch Hill Partners.
Mr. Weymouth has been a speaker and panelist at a variety of Media & Communications conferences and industry events and was a member of the board of the Software & Information Industry Association’s (SIIA) Content Division from 2003 to 2004. Mr. Weymouth currently serves on the board of mix1®, an all-natural, nutritional beverage company based in Boulder, Colorado.
In addition to his service to Deerfield, he serves on the Yale Campaign Committee and the University of Virginia’s National Committee on University Resources and has previously served on the Yale Development Board (1998 – 2006) and The Darden Society Board (1995 – 2002). Recently, he was appointed by the Headmaster as the President of the Buckley School Fathers Committee, upon which he has served since 2004. He and his wife, Elizabeth, reside in New York City with their three children.
Andrew N. Schiff ‘83
WHEREAS: The Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy notes with regret the expiration of the term of Andrew N. Schiff member of the Class of 1983, as a member of the Board.
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WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff has served the Board with generous compassion since 1997 as a member of the Board of Trustees, serving on the Executive Committee, the Student Life Committee, the Committee on Trustees and the Investment Committee.
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WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff has in that time chaired the Student Life Committee and been instrumental in arranging fruitful opportunities for members of the Board to meet with students to listen and learn about Deerfield from diverse perspectives.
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WHEREAS: Mr. Schiff as a physician has instigated productive discourse on the health issues of adolescents.
Now be it therefore RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Andrew Schiff for bringing his voice, vision and clear promise to the Academy and its people.
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Be it further resolved that this Resolution be spread upon the minutes of the May 6, 2007 the Board of Trustees of Deerfield Academy and that the Clerk be instructed to send a copy thereof to Mr. Schiff.
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: THIRTY SIX classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the link below: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
ANNUAL SUPPORT: Our 24th year since graduation is almost over – and our annual support participation is a little leaner than usual. We have only 39 donors – our usual finish on June 30th is about 60. Please take a minute to participate – at whatever level – if you have not done so already. Go to www.deerfieldalumni.org and click the button to the right called “Make a Gift to Deerfield”. THANKS
CONTACTING THE EDITOR:
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
Thursday, January 25, 2007
2007 - January - DA 83 E News
DA Class of 1983 E-Newsletter
January – February 2007
Dear 83er,
25th Reunion Brainstorming Meeting #2 – Saturday February 17th at 3 PM on the Deerfield Campus! Come to Ephraim Williams. Will be followed by DA vs. Exeter in the final home Boys Hockey game and then the Eric Suher birthday fest. Come for all or part of the events – jknight@deerfield.edu for more info.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Our thoughts go out to Hardie Jackson and family, especially his parents, on the passing of their prize winning horse Barbaro.
Some things you can’t make up: Case in point – a recent email from an internal database maintenance employee at Deerfield.
Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2007 8:11 AMTo: Knight, JohnSubject: Kevin Patrick
John,
I got a telephone call from a former landlord of a Kevin Patrick who has a box of personal letters that were Kevin’s when he rented from this person in Washington D.C. sometime in the past 6 years. He would like to get in touch with Kevin to see if he wants the letters. I didn’t see a telephone number or email address for Kevin in Banner and then I noticed that he was the class of 1983 so I thought maybe you knew him.
The landlord’s name is Alan Proctor and his email is alan@proctor.us.
He thought that Kevin may have attended Deerfield in the late 70’s but I only found two and one was 1983 and the other 1988.
Let me know if you have any ideas how to get in touch with Kevin,
Can anyone help?
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: NINETEEN classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the DA 1983 link: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
Find out who Brian Steward was “caught” hanging out with!
DA 1983
Deerfield Academy Class of 1983 (copyright 2006)
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
Most Recent Posting to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org: Brian Steward:Like Christmas in January! Last evening, San Antonio was honored with the presence of the Head of School, the Director of Development, the Alumni Relations Director and the pride of Worcester, John Knight. While the Head of School's speech was appropriately enthusiastic and impressive, it was J.K. who stole the show with tales of skate sharpening, his tour as a corridor master, and his status as the penultimate Deerfield Boy. Thanks to all who attended the reception and I look forward to the next event in the Alamo City. (Submitted on Jan 10 2007)
UPDATE: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
This is a date change…
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
January – February 2007
Dear 83er,
25th Reunion Brainstorming Meeting #2 – Saturday February 17th at 3 PM on the Deerfield Campus! Come to Ephraim Williams. Will be followed by DA vs. Exeter in the final home Boys Hockey game and then the Eric Suher birthday fest. Come for all or part of the events – jknight@deerfield.edu for more info.
ClASS NOTES:
(Ed. Note. Most notes can be posted and viewed on www.DeerfieldAlumni.org, you should register for the alumni website to read them and post your own.). If you need any helping logging on to the site, like your unique ID – please email jknight@deerfield.edu
Our thoughts go out to Hardie Jackson and family, especially his parents, on the passing of their prize winning horse Barbaro.
Some things you can’t make up: Case in point – a recent email from an internal database maintenance employee at Deerfield.
Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2007 8:11 AMTo: Knight, JohnSubject: Kevin Patrick
John,
I got a telephone call from a former landlord of a Kevin Patrick who has a box of personal letters that were Kevin’s when he rented from this person in Washington D.C. sometime in the past 6 years. He would like to get in touch with Kevin to see if he wants the letters. I didn’t see a telephone number or email address for Kevin in Banner and then I noticed that he was the class of 1983 so I thought maybe you knew him.
The landlord’s name is Alan Proctor and his email is alan@proctor.us.
He thought that Kevin may have attended Deerfield in the late 70’s but I only found two and one was 1983 and the other 1988.
Let me know if you have any ideas how to get in touch with Kevin,
Can anyone help?
NEWEST ADDITION TO THE 1983 Communication channel: NINETEEN classmates can now be viewed on our Class of 1983 Web Album. See current photos of classmates! Imagine the fun! Check it out by holding “Ctrl” while you click on the DA 1983 link: You can even leave comments…Bookmark this page…
Find out who Brian Steward was “caught” hanging out with!
DA 1983
Deerfield Academy Class of 1983 (copyright 2006)
If you are having problems viewing this site, copy and paste the following into your browser: http://picasaweb.google.com/jgknight83/DA1983
Most Recent Posting to class notes on www.DeerfielAlumni.org: Brian Steward:Like Christmas in January! Last evening, San Antonio was honored with the presence of the Head of School, the Director of Development, the Alumni Relations Director and the pride of Worcester, John Knight. While the Head of School's speech was appropriately enthusiastic and impressive, it was J.K. who stole the show with tales of skate sharpening, his tour as a corridor master, and his status as the penultimate Deerfield Boy. Thanks to all who attended the reception and I look forward to the next event in the Alamo City. (Submitted on Jan 10 2007)
UPDATE: 25th reunion is June 13-15, 2008
This is a date change…
Please let me know if there is a better email address for this missive…Email for newsletter contributions is jknight01038@comcast.net – or you could always use classnotes@deerfield.edu, or POST YOUR OWN to the website at www.deerfieldalumni.org. Hope to hear from you…
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