S&P affirms Deerfield's AAA bond rating

In case you missed it, on Janury 17, Standard & Poor's affirmed the AAA rating for Deerfield's $39MM in bonds.  Strength of fundraising, evidenced in part by strong alumni participation in the Annual Fund, was a factor in their decision.  Thanks to those of you who have participated this fiscal (ends June 30), and "join us" to the rest!

Van Dusen and Leland...

Charlie Van Dusen was on campus today, doing the prep school tour with his oldest daughter.  He was happy to see that the Stanley Can is safe and secure in my office.  Charlie and I were teammates on the 1983 Championship Maple Leafs squad.  His daughter wondered why we were talking slowly and had watery eyes...

Charlie sent his best to Jeff Leland when he heard that Jeff will have hip replacement surgery tomorrow.  Charlie had both hips done at the same time about five years ago.  Speedy recovery to you Jeff!