The Wardlaw-Hartridge Times!
Welcome to the Fall Issue of the Wardlaw-Hartridge Alumni Times!  We strive to keep you informed about Wardlaw-Hartridge today and encourage you to remain connected to your alma mater.  I invite you to come to campus and see, firsthand, many of the new changes going on.  Our beautiful new entrance and Admissions suite make a dramatic impact on all who enter through the door.  The new courtyard is a favorite gathering place for teachers and students.

As we continue to celebrat 125 years of The Wardlaw-Hartridge School, I invite to become an active participant in the life of your class and your School.   Keep in touch with the Alumni Office and keep visiting the school's website for updated information. 
Regards,
Connie Heath
Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Fund 
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Alumni Help Meet the Challenge

The Hyde and Watson Foundation awarded a $100,000 challenge to The Wardlaw-Hartridge School for the First Impressions-Lasting Results Campaign and more than 70 alumni and parents took the challenge and supported the campaign.

"The Foundation gift was intrumental in the success of the overall campaign and helped the school reach its goal in time for opeing of school this fall," says Bill Jenkins, Director of Development. 

The courtyard and main entrance have been totally transformed.  The new courtyard has changed into a practical, uinque space that is already the gathering space for students, faculty and staff.  The a canopy and lobby of the main entrance is now a dramatic introduction to the school and the adjacent hallways and Administrative Offices.
 
The Hyde and Watson Foundation Challenge generated great enthusiasm and momentum for the campaign and we are truly appreciative of their support. 
Jed Horne, Double Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author, Hurricane Katrina Expert and Son of Former Head of School, Addresses Upper School

"We would be remiss in forgetting Hurricane Katrina," advised Jed Horne, double Pulitzer Prize-winning author and son of former Headmaster, Prentice C. Horne, during a special assembly for Upper and Middle School students, "Learning from Katrina." The October 11th presentation enlightened the pupils about the deadly 2005 hurricane and the devastation he witnessed in New Orleans and documented in his book, "Breach of Faith: Hurricane Katrina and the Near Death of a Great American City."
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Reception for Donors to the First Impressions - Lasting Results Campaign

On the evening of October 4, the school's newly-refurbished and landscaped courtyard was filled with elegant decor, the buzz of lively conversation, music by Jane Brown, and sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and refreshments for the Donor Reception held to formally thank donors who have contributed to the First Impressions-Lasting Results Campaign. The campaign enabled the renovations and enhancements made to the school, which provided a new school entrance, lobby, Admission Suite and other improvements.
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Athletic Department Announces Addition of New Fitness Center


For the past six to eight months, Athletic Director Patricia Malizia has been working with Head of School, Andrew Webster, Director of Development,  Bill Jenkins, Business Manager, Dawn Cancryn, and the facilities team to renovate the former wrestling room and get it in working order as a new fitness center. After months of work, Phase I was completed in early September.
Purchase a Commemorative Brick

With the recently completed upgrades to the New Courtyard we now have a limited number of bricks that can be purchased.

These bricks are an ideal way to commemorate a loved one, a graduation date or a way to show The Wardlaw-Hartridge School that you support it’s outstanding achievements. Most importantly, they provide you an opportunity to leave a lasting impression at the school.

The New Courtyard is a visible link between the School’s past and present and provides a special gathering place for students and alumni.

A brick for the New Courtyard may be purchased for $500. Recent Graduates (2003-2007) and Faculty and Staff may purchase bricks for $250. Your gift will help the completion of the First Impressions - Lasting Results Campaign.

For more information, please contact Connie Heath, Director of Alumni/Annual Fund, at (908) 754-1882, Ext. 106 or e-mail cheath@whschool.org.
Alumni Class Notes

It's been a busy year for Wardlaw-Hartridge Alumni/ae! Below you will see class notes from your fellow alumni/ae. If you'd like to share with us any information, including pictures, please contact Connie Heath at cheath@whschool.org.

These class notes will also be included in the 2008 edition of the Oak and Ivy magazine. If your update was included here and you would prefer it to not be printed in the magazine, please email cheath@whschool.org
Looking to Get Involved!!!!!!!!

We're looking for Alumni/Ae to get involved with the Alumni Association. Interested in getting involved at W-H? Want to keep in touch with your classmates? It does not matter if you live near or far- you can be involved with your alma mater!

You can communicate with classmates, serve as a link between alumni/ae and the school, as well as a link between classmates and each other.  You can also help the Alumni Office maintain updated contact information and help plan future Reunions.

If you are interested in representing your class in this capacity, please contact Connie Heath, Director of Alumni Relations, at cheath@whschool.org or (908) 754-1882, Ext. 106.
Upcoming Special Dates
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Special Dates:

November 15th through 17th - The Fall Theater Production, Arsenic and Old Lace, will be performed in the AP Room at 7:30 PM.

November 20th - Grandparents Day.  Make sure  your special family member comes to viist with you child her on campus.

December 20th Recent Graduates, 2006 and 2007 are all invited to come for pizza in the Oakwood Room at 6:00.  For more information, please contact Connie Heath, Director of Alumni Relations and Annual Fund at 908-754-1882, ext. 106 or cheath@whschool.org.

January 12 Alumni Swim Meet at 1:30 PM.  Alumni swimmers compete against The Wardlaw-Hartridge Swim Team.  For more details, contact the Alumni Office at 908-754-1882 Ext. 106.