Reunion Weekend | The Ellis School

Ellis Reunion Weekend: October 7–9, 2021

Join us as we celebrate classes ending in 1s and 6s during Reunion Weekend from October 7 to 9, 2021. This year, we are excited to offer events both in person and virtually! Thursday and Friday events will be offered via Zoom and we invite all of our alumnae to join us on campus on Saturday for a fun-filled day of events and reconnecting with your classmates.

Attend a virtual discussion with History Teacher Rick Malmstrom, hear from current Ellis students at our Student Panel, and watch the Alumnae Career Panel to see what your fellow alumnae have been up to since graduation. On Saturday, all alumnae are invited to campus for a book club discussion, a soccer game, a campus tour, and to celebrate at our Saturday Evening Reception. All alumnae, from all class years, are invited to participate in the festivities and get caught up with Ellis in 2021.

ALL ALUMNAE ARE WELCOME

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there a room block available for out-of-town guests?

A block of rooms has been reserved at Springhill Suites, Bakery Square for Thursday, October 7 to Sunday, October 10 at a discounted rate. Make your reservation online or call 412-362-8600 to reserve your room. When booking, please note that you are part of The Ellis School for a discounted rate.

Other hotels in the area include Hotel Indigo, The Inn on Negley, Courtyard by Mariott, and the Hyatt House.
Can I bring my significant other/family to events?

All Saturday daytime events are family-friendly, and on Saturday evening alumnae are more than welcome to bring an adult guest to the evening reception. Please be sure to register guests for all events so we can keep an accurate headcount.
What is there to do within walking distance of Ellis?

Surrounded by six different neighborhoods, The Ellis School is in the heart of Pittsburgh’s East End. With museums, parks, restaurants, and coffee shops a short walk away from campus, there are plenty of family-friendly activities, places, and events to discover every day of the week—and they’re all just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Ellis campus.
Do you have any restaurant recommendations close to Ellis?

Of course we do—we love to eat! Some of our favorites in the neighborhood are: Point Brugge, Urban Tap, Noodlehead, Casbah, Mad Mex, Five Points Artisan Bakeshop, and Pino’s. There is also the new food hall in Bakery Square which houses four local restaurants. If you’re willing to venture a bit further, check out Ellis alumna Sarah CURTIS Hooper’s ’95 Oakland restaurant Butterjoint.
How do I find out about individual class events?

Please see the website and contact your class representative for Friday night events.
Will there be any in-person events?

Yes! We’re hoping to have a mix of in-person and virtual events for Reunion 2021. All events on Thursday and Friday, except for individual class events planned by your class representatives, will be virtual and we will hold events on campus on Saturday!
I celebrated Reunion virtually last year; can I come celebrate in person this year?

Of course! Reunion is always open to alumnae of all class years. But, all members of last year’s milestone classes (ending in 5s and 0s) are encouraged to come celebrate in person during Reunion 2021.
Is there childcare available for Saturday evening?

We won’t have childcare on campus, but you can contact us and we can provide you with a list of Upper School students who would be available as babysitters. Please email arnonik@theellisschool.org.

Award Recipients

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Marcena WATERMAN Love ’56

Marcena (Marcie) WATERMAN Love ’56 graduated from The Ellis School in 1956 and went on to study at Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA. She is an activist who has spent the majority of her life trying to make the world a better place, especially for women. The education she received from Ellis and support from her parents showed her that girls can do anything. Her life’s work has been dedicated to spreading that idea and empowering women and girls.

For over 35 years, Marcie has primarily focused on women’s reproductive rights. She has served as President, Vice President, Board Member, and Interim Executive Director of Planned Parenthood, Chicago Area. She was also a member of the National Abortion Rights Action League Board of Directors. In 1985, she founded Personal PAC, a bipartisan political action committee in Illinois that works to elect pro-choice legislators in Illinois, from her kitchen table. Marcie was also a founding member of The Chicago Foundation for Women and served as its chair, vice chair, treasurer, and chair of the alumnae council. She has been honored a number of times by: NARAL of Illinois, Chicago Women in Philanthropy, Chicago Sun-Times Ten Most Powerful Women in Politics, and The ACLU of Illinois.

Marcie is equally as devoted to her family as she is to her activism. Her family members are activists as well and enjoy traveling together to learn about our world. Marcie has generously supported the gift of travel within the Ellis community through the Marcie Waterman Love ’56 International Travel Grant for the Global Empowerment of Women and Girls which sends Upper School students abroad each year for an international educational experience. Marcie has hosted events for Ellis alumnae in Chicago and is a committed member of the Ellis community. Marcie is a true example of Ellis’ motto, Esse Quam Videri!
Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Elizabeth JOHNSON Barnes ’81

Liz JOHNSON Barnes ’81 was a varsity basketball player, track and field athlete, and cheerleader during her four years at Ellis. She was also active in both Dance Club and the Ellis Athletic Association (EAA) and served as president her senior year. While a student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), she competed as a member of the intramural champion softball team.

After graduating from MIT, Liz enjoyed a career as an IT management consultant and project manager. Liz left the corporate world to allow more time for family and transitioned to education. She was a teacher and administrator at The Ellis School, the CCAC Summer Faculty Institute, FAME, and the Homewood Children's Village. Now retired, she and her husband are empty-nesters. In her spare time, she keeps busy as a private tutor in mathematics, science, and SAT Prep. She travels when and wherever she can and enjoys staying active by hiking, bicycling, kayaking, and riding her Harley Davidson Softail.

Emma GILMORE Kieran ’96

While at Ellis, Emma GILMORE Kieran ’96 played lacrosse and field hockey from grade 7 to grade 12. In the Upper School, she was a part of both varsity teams for each sport and was named MVP.

In 2014, she started Pilot Peak Consulting and she has worked with over 100 nonprofits as a teacher, partner, and change agent. Prior to founding Pilot Peak Consulting, Emma was the Vice President for Fundraising and Development at Orr Associates, Inc. (OAI) and a Senior Director at Changing Our World, both nationally recognized fundraising consulting firms in Washington, D.C. During her tenure at OAI, she served as the Regional Chief Development Officer for three different regions of the American Red Cross, including the North Jersey Region where Emma helped raise over $20 million in response to Superstorm Sandy. At Changing Our World, in addition to client work, Emma was a writer for Future Leaders in Philanthropy, an online blog for young philanthropists.

Alumnae Career Panelists

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Darlynn McCLUNG Benjamin ’76

Darlynn McCLUNG Benjamin ’76 has more than 30 years of experience working in both public and private sectors. She currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the Chief Impact Officer and SVP at the Minneapolis Foundation, one of the nation’s oldest and largest community foundations. Darlynn provides support in grantmaking and partnership development and manages operations of the award-winning podcast Conversations with Chanda. Her previous positions include Vice President of a nonprofit collaborative, District Director for a former U.S. Congressman, and principal and co-founder of the McClung Consulting Group.

She focuses on building solid internal and external relationships, cultivating trust, and creating a culture where teams can be effective and work to advance the organization’s mission. Darlynn has served on numerous nonprofit boards, most recently as an Executive Committee member for the YWCA Minneapolis and Governance Committee member for Appetite for Change. She holds an M.S. in Public Management and Policy from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.S. in Business Administration from Duquesne University. Darlynn loves to cook and bake, garden, watch sports, and spend time with her family.
Lauren DRAKE ’16

Lauren DRAKE ’16 completed her undergraduate degree in bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania in 2020. During that time, she worked as an undergraduate researcher in the Shorter Lab, studying the biochemical mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration. She contributed to several projects and co-authored three papers during her time in the Shorter Lab. She also attended a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, improving the hydrogel matrix of a bioartificial pancreas model for treatment of Type 1 Diabetes. In addition to these pursuits, Lauren completed minors in creative writing and journalism and received Honors in English for her creative thesis.

She is now pursuing her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University. As a member of the Lippmann Lab, Lauren improves the complexity of brain organoids for use as a physiologically relevant neurodegenerative disease model. She was recently awarded a National Institutes of Health T32 Alzheimer’s Disease training grant. She is also a member of the executive board of the Diversity and Science Lecture Series at Vanderbilt.
Lauren INDOVINA ’01

Lauren INDOVINA ’01 is an Emmy Award-winning Director and Visual Artist based in Los Angeles. She is best known for her ethereal visuals and multifaceted approach to art, design, film techniques, and branding. With a background in fine art and fifteen years in advertising, she has created original art and directed for internationally acclaimed design, animation, VFX studios, and agencies. Her work is included in MOMA’s permanent motion collection, her sculptures have been exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, she has directed Super Bowl ads, and her art has been on display on Rodeo Drive, at Radio City Music Hall, and in Times Square. Most recently, Indovina earned credits as the concept designer for Beyoncé's film Black Is King and the animation director for Amazon's Utopia series. If you are shopping for David Yurman jewelry this season, you will see her direction and designs on display for their holiday brand and film.

Indovina is a published author on motion design and has served as a judge for AICP and The Art Directions Club. She is currently directing and designing scripts for animated feature content and developing AI and VR characters and narratives.
Marsha RUCKER ’86

Marsha RUCKER ’86 is the regional attorney for the Birmingham District of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) with jurisdiction over Alabama, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle. As regional attorney, Marsha manages and litigates cases to further the eradication of unlawful employment discrimination as well as the development of the law under the statutes the EEOC enforces. Marsha began her career with the EEOC as a trial attorney in the Birmingham District Office in 2008 and became the District’s regional attorney in December 2016. Prior to coming to the EEOC, Marsha was in-house counsel for two large public housing authorities. Initially, she was employed as a staff attorney for the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority. She later was a senior staff attorney for the Housing Authority City of Pittsburgh. Early in her career, Marsha was a staff attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. In this capacity, she represented more than 500 clients in various courts and tribunals in matters involving federal and state housing law, contract law, and public benefits.

Marsha is a 2019 recipient of the Chair’s Organizational Performance Award, the highest honor conferred within the EEOC. Marsha received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Duke University and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where she was a Patricia Roberts Harris National Fellow.
Amy WOLF ’96

Amy WOLF ’96 is the Assistant Director for Digital Media and Marketing at The New York Community Trust. She finds creative and powerful ways to share the impact of New York City’s community foundation and largest funder of nonprofits. She is also on the board of Cause Effective, a great group that strengthens other nonprofits. Before The Trust, she worked as a graphic designer for the State Public Interest Research Groups and as a freelance video producer and public relations consultant.

Since she joined The New York Community Trust, she has helped redesign their website twice, create communications and marketing strategies, expand their social media presence, and create concise materials that allow people to understand how they can turn their generosity into action. In her role supporting public relations efforts, she’s landed stories in major outlets including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Metro New York, WNYC, Crain's New York Business, Inside Philanthropy, Chronicle of Philanthropy, Stanford Social Innovation Review, Forbes, and others. She graduated in 2000 from Oberlin College with a degree in Art and Environmental Studies and received an M.A. from The New School in Media Studies.

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Amy WOLF ’96, Asst. Director Digital Media & Marketing

As the Assistant Director for Digital Media and Marketing at The New York Community Trust, Amy WOLF ’96 thrives on finding creative and powerful ways to share the impact of New York City’s community foundation--one of the top funders of local nonprofits. Since joining The Trust in 2008, Amy has led a multitude of highly visible projects. From redesigning their website twice to producing advertising campaigns from soup to nuts to shaping The Trust’s e-marketing and social media presence, Amy is a master storyteller and creative leader who helps donors understand how their generosity can be turned into action.
Lauren DRAKE '16, PhD Candidate

After completing her undergraduate degree in bioengineering at the University of Pennsylvania in 2020, Lauren DRAKE ’16 chose to continue her studies and is now pursuing a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University. During her time at Penn, Lauren worked as an undergraduate researcher in the Shorter Lab, studying the biochemical mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and contributing to multiple projects and papers. In addition to these pursuits, she completed minors in creative writing and journalism and received Honors in English for her creative thesis. As a member of the Lippmann Lab at Vanderbilt, Lauren improves the complexity of brain organoids for use as a physiologically relevant neurodegenerative disease model. She was recently awarded a National Institutes of Health T32 Alzheimer’s Disease training grant. She is also a member of the executive board of the Diversity and Science Lecture Series at Vanderbilt.
Lauren INDOVINA '01, Director

Lauren INDOVINA ’01 is an Emmy Award-winning Director and Visual Artist based in Los Angeles. She is best known for her ethereal visuals and multifaceted approach to art, design, film techniques, and branding. With a background in fine art and fifteen years in advertising, she has created original art and directed for internationally acclaimed design, animation, VFX studios, and agencies. Her work is included in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent motion collection, her sculptures have been exhibited at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, she has directed Super Bowl ads, and her art has been on display on Rodeo Drive, at Radio City Music Hall, and in Times Square. Most recently, Lauren earned credits as the concept designer for Beyoncé's film Black Is King and the animation director for Amazon's Utopia series. She is currently directing and designing scripts for animated feature content and developing artificial intelligence and virtual reality characters and narratives.
Marsha RUCKER '86, Attorney

As the regional attorney for the Birmingham District of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Marsha RUCKER ’86 manages and litigates cases to further the eradication of unlawful employment discrimination. Marsha began her career with the EEOC as a trial attorney in the Birmingham District Office in 2008 and became the District’s regional attorney in December 2016. Prior to coming to the EEOC, Marsha was in-house counsel for two large public housing authorities. Early in her career, Marsha was a staff attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. In this capacity, she represented more than 500 clients in various courts and tribunals in matters involving federal and state housing law, contract law, and public benefits. In 2019, Marsha’s work was recognized with the EEOC’s Chair’s Organizational Performance Award, the highest honor conferred within the organization. Marsha received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Duke University and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law where she was a Patricia Roberts Harris National Fellow.
Nancy HAYES Kilgore '65, Writer

While at Ellis, Nancy HAYES Kilgore ’65 fell in love with the books assigned to her in English class and realized she wanted to become a novelist. Her dream came true, and today Nancy is preparing to publish her third novel, Bitter Magic, later this summer. Now, along with being a writer, she works as a pastoral psychotherapist in Burlington, Vermont, and leads writing workshops for people to write and reflect on their own lives in a safe and welcoming space.
Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill '87, Founder and Owner of ezpz gatherings

Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill ’87 had always dreamed of opening her own business. So, with a love of all things food, wine, and design, she opened Gathering Boards by ezpz gatherings in 2020 as a way to bring people together.Throughout the pandemic, she offered charcuterie boxes to go and now, having just opened a brick and mortar store in Aspinwall, is offering beautifully constructed boards to the Pittsburgh area. Want to learn to make your own charcuterie board? Join us on June 15, 2021 for Ellis After Fifth Ave: Building the Perfect Charcuterie Board with Sarah ZIMMERMAN Tuthill ’87 from 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Colleen DAILY Simonds '95, Interior Designer

An interior designer based in Pittsburgh, Colleen DAILY Simonds ’95 is known for her ability to mix playful patterns and vibrant colors to create beautiful, bold spaces for her clients. A former merchandiser with Gap and J.Crew, Colleen chose to switch career paths, leave New York City, and pursue a creative career back in her hometown.

Check out Colleen's After Fifth Ave. session, Taking the Creative Road, to hear her talk about pursuing a creative career, starting her own business, and all things interior design!
Lila BALISTRIERI '18, Student

Lila BALISTRIERI ’18 is exploring her passions surrounding accessibility, public health, and the financial world at the University of Rochester. A Handler Scholar, she is triple majoring in English, Anthropology, and Medical Innovation and is also a research assistant at the university. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lila interned with ApiJect Systems America, Inc., a corporation that focuses on developing safer ways to deliver injectable medication to communities worldwide. Learn more about Lila and how she’s bringing her many interests to the table to make an impact at Rochester and beyond.
Jamie Beth COHEN '93, Storyteller

Jamie Beth COHEN '93 is a storyteller, in many ways. From her Young Adult novel WASTED PRETTY to her pieces published in major news outlets, Jamie has mastered the art of the story—and is helping others do the same. She has been featured in storytelling events across Pennsylvania and in New York City and has worked with storytellers of all experience levels to perfect their own craft. Watch her Ellis After Fifth Ave session, Telling Your Own Story, to perfect your own storytelling practices.
Beth HAMMER Genter '77, Financial Planner and Manager

A financial advisor and planner, Beth HAMMER Genter ’77 is the President and founder of Schenley Capital Inc., a registered investment firm in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. After spending six years working for Merrill Lynch, Beth decided to start her own firm and hasn’t looked back since. With over 31 years of experience in the financial world, Beth is committed to growing her client’s portfolios and ensuring that those in her sphere, especially women, know how to best manage their finances. You can watch her Ellis After Fifth Ave. session, Investing in Yourself, here for tips and tricks about how to budget and invest for your own success.
Kristen HAUSER '10, Automotive Engineer

After earning her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, Kristen HAUSER ’10 relocated to southeast Michigan to join the Ford Motor Company College Graduate Program. Throughout the program, she completed rotations in the areas of software development, program management, and product launch to deliver products, including the Lincoln Continental and F-150 Raptor. Now a Powertrain Fuel Economy Integration Engineer at the company, Kristen’s team is responsible for designing and implementing software that controls the electromechanical systems which allow gas engines and automatic transmissions to comply with federal emissions and fuel economy standards, as well as deliver optimal performance to customers. In her role, Kristen uses analytical tools and lab testing to find fuel economy opportunities within these control systems and collaborates with North American, European, and Chinese teams to implement the changes and ensure future regulatory compliance.
Nicole F. VÉLEZ, M.D. ’00, Dermatologist

Dr. Nicole F. VÉLEZ ’00 is a dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, particularly Mohs micrographic surgery. Nicole graduated Phi Beta Kappa and Cum Laude from Carnegie Mellon University and with honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, before completing a combined internal medicine and dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School. Committed to teaching and staying on top of new advancements in her field, she has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles and lectured both nationally and internationally on skin cancer. In 2019, she opened her private practice, Pittsburgh Skin, in Cranberry Township, north of the city.
Michelle GIRTS '70, Environmental Scientist

A dedicated environmental scientist who has worked in both corporate and research settings, Michelle GIRTS ’70 has been building successful businesses around technology and talent for 35 years. Prior to her retirement, Michelle worked for the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and the Portland Water Bureau as an environmental science technical specialist collecting samples for water quality lab testing, programming data analysis, and reviewing and reporting the status of water quality throughout the system and the impacts of activities in the watershed. She then moved on to work as an environmental scientist for engineering company, CH2M Hill, where she developed and commercialized the innovative, low-cost treatment technology of engineered wetlands. Since her retirement, Michelle has been named to the Clark County Clean Water Commission, is an active volunteer in her local community, a master gardener, and flies a Cirrus single-engine airplane with her husband in her spare time.
Blaine DINKIN '13, Administrative Fellow

Blaine DINKIN ’13 was in her first rotation as an administrative fellow at Forbes Hospital when COVID-19 hit. As a member of Allegheny Health Network’s fellowship program, Blaine is exploring the operational, clinical, and strategic side of the healthcare system after receiving her master’s degree in health care policy and management. When the pandemic began in March, Blaine’s role changed and she put all of her energy into producing and assembling test kits. To date, Blaine and her team have assembled close to 150,000 COVID-19 testing kits for Pittsburghers—and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.
Lorrie KIGER '04 MD, Pediatrician

A pediatrician at Children’s Community Pediatrics in Pittsburgh, Lorrie KIGER '04 is seeing firsthand the effects COVID-19 has on children and families. From telemedicine to parking lot exams, pediatric care is evolving every day, and Lorrie is giving us a peek into this changing landscape while sharing helpful tips for parents.
Captain Anne MAGNUSSEN Lockhart ’79, U.S. Navy

Captain Anne MAGNUSSEN Lockhart ’79 began her career as an intelligence officer with the Department of Defense, before climbing the ranks in the United States Navy, where she has served in a myriad of roles since 1993. From leading Joint Task Force Guantanamo, where she supervised over 170 personnel, to commanding NR Defense Intelligence Agency Headquarters 1006, Cpt. Anne has proven herself to be a capable and hard-working member of the United States military. Celebrating her fortieth reunion this year, Cpt. Anne looks back on her time at Ellis, reflects upon her military career, and shares advice for current students.
Kitty COOK ’89, Vice President of Strategic Insight

As Vice President of Strategic Insight at a full-service market research firm, Kitty COOK ’89 designs, manages, and executes custom research projects for a variety of clients and major brands. From working on Former President Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign to teaming up with the Harlem Globetrotters, Kitty continuously works to streamline and improve processes and productivity for her clients. Celebrating her 30th reunion this year, Kitty shares more about her post-graduation path, her career, and her time at Ellis.
Brooke GENERETT ’99, Social Worker

Brooke GENERETT ’99 is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of experience working with children, adolescents and their families. In 2012, Brooke started her own counseling practice, Generett Counseling Services, LLC, with the primary goal of assisting individuals in developing the life skills necessary for problem-solving in a challenging environment. In addition to running her own private practice, she is the Director of Prevention Services at Family Resources, a child abuse prevention agency in the Pittsburgh region, where she oversees four prevention programs. Prior to her current roles, Brooke held full-time positions at Gwen’s Girls and Communities in Schools of Pittsburgh-Allegheny County.
Abigail BAYLES Wiebenson ’59, Leadership Coach

A true lifelong learner, Abigail BAYLES Wiebenson ’59 has spent her career wearing various hats in the field of education. After 19 years as Head of the Lowell School in Washington, D.C., Abigail switched gears and became a leadership coach, working with scores of school administrators locally and globally to identify their deeply held beliefs, hone their vision for leadership, and to plan for the many facets of their schools. A ubiquitous force on the Washington school scene, Abigail has also served as a trustee at three Washington independent schools, chaired accreditation teams, taught at Johns Hopkins University, and acted as a mentor for the National Association of Independent Schools Aspiring School Heads fellows.
Hallie BENNETT ’09, DPT, Traveling Physical Therapist

Whether she’s practicing in Pittsburgh or Hawaii, Dr. Hallie BENNET ’09 can be found motivating and inspiring people across the country as a traveling physical therapist. A graduate of Ithaca College's Physical Therapy Doctorate program, Hallie moves to a new city every three to six months to heal and help patients in a variety of healthcare settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, and home health. With plans to move back to Hilo, Hawaii, this December for another rotation, Hallie is currently finishing an assignment in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and studying for a specialized certification in neurological physical therapy.

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Alumnae In The News

Audrey LYDA '21
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | July 7, 2021
Sophia STERLING-ANGUS '15
The New York Times | May 19, 2021
Maria KOVALCHUK '10
Penn Today, University of Pennsylvania | May 14, 2021

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3:30–4:00 p.m. Live via Zoom	Open to all classes	State of the School The Ellis School has evolved in dynamic ways over the past 105 years, but we have maintained our fierce focus on being an outstanding place for girls. Join Head of School Macon Finley as she gives an update on the current state of the School.
6:00–7:00 p.m. Live via Zoom	Open to all classes	Student Panel Hear from current Upper School students to learn about what life at Ellis looks like in 2021. Learn about classes, STEM programs, arts, sports, and more!

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9:30–10:30 a.m. Live via Zoom	Open to all classes	Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work at Ellis Join our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Denise LaRosa and Head of School Macon Finley to hear about the work we are doing at Ellis to enhance our ability to be an ever-more diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community.
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Live via Zoom	Open to all classes	Career Panel Featuring Ellis Alumnae Watch as alumnae share their professional experiences, answer questions from current Upper School students, and reflect on how Ellis influenced their career paths.
2:00–2:45 p.m. Live via Zoom	Class of 1971 only	Grade 4 Pen Pals What’s it like to be an Ellis girl today vs. an Ellis girl five decades ago? The Class of 1971 will find out when they meet their rambunctious, spirited, and smart pen pals from the Class of 2030!
3:15–4:00 p.m. Live via Zoom	Open to all classes	Faculty Discussion Come relive your academic days at Ellis by attending an engaging discussion with Upper School History Teacher Rick Malmstrom.
Evening	Open to all classes	Individual Class Activities Contact your Class Reunion Representative for more information. The list of Representatives can be found on the Reunion webpage. Please note, these class events will vary by class. If your class would like to virtually gather on a different day, please feel free to do so.

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10:00–11:00 a.m. \| Gallery	Open to all classes	Book Club: Michelle Obama’s Becoming Read Michelle Obama’s memoir Becoming ahead of Reunion and join our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for a discussion of the book. Coffee and pastries will be provided.
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. \| Campus	Open to all classes and their families	Campus Tours Find out what has changed, and what has stayed the same, since graduation as you walk through the halls of your alma mater. Led by a Touring Tiger (Ellis student ambassador), hear firsthand what it’s like to be an Ellis student circa 2021! Tours will begin in the Gallery.
12:00–2:00 p.m. \| Janet’s Gym	Open to all classes and their families	Tailgate Lunch Grab a burger or hot dog and enjoy lunch before the Tigers take the field. Family-friendly activities will be available in the gym.
12:00 p.m. \| Athletic Field	Open to all classes and their families	Athletic Game Come cheer on the fantastic Ellis Varsity Soccer Team as they battle it out on the turf against Carlynton High School!
6:30–9:00 p.m. \| Courtyard	Open to all classes	Ellis Alumnae Reception Toast to a fabulous Reunion Weekend and celebrate our Sara Frazer Ellis awardee and Athletic Hall of Fame recipients alongside fellow Ellis alumnae and faculty members at our Alumnae Reception on Saturday night. Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served, and alumnae are welcome to bring a guest. This is an adult-only event. Need childcare? Check out our FAQs.

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