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Alumni Weekend 2024
Read MoreCalvert joyfully welcomed alumni representing more than six decades back to campus on April 12 and 13!Alumni Weekend celebrations began on Friday morning with a Latte & Learn campus tour where Head Master Andrew Holmgren greeted guests at the top of the Lower School lobby steps with a morning handshake. Alumni experienced familiar and new spaces around campus – including a planetarium show hosted by science teacher and alumnus Matthew Gallo ’15. -
The Final Four is Set in the 2024 Reunion Bracket Challenge!
Read MoreCongratulations to our Final Four - the Classes of 1959, 1994, 1999, and the Lower School Class of 2002/Middle School Class of 2004! Which of these reunion classes will have the strongest Calvert Fund participation and move through to the championship? The championship match-up will be announced on Friday, April 5. Alumni can help their class by making a gift today.
Be sure to register and join us for Alumni Weekend when we will announce the winner of the bracket challenge at the Alumni Cocktail Party!
Thank you to all of our reunion classes for so generously supporting Calvert students and teachers this year! -
Alumni Gather at Starbucks Reserve in NYC
New York City area alumni gathered for a unique coffee lab experience at Starbucks Reserve! Expert baristas taught guests how to identify the components of their Empire State Building Microblend, and alumni then competed to determine the correct combination of aromas and tastes.Read More
Guests also received an update from campus and learned about ways they can connect with fellow alumni through professional mentoring and regional events. -
Calvert Alumni & Friends Gather in Palm Beach
Alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends gathered at the Sailfish Club in Palm Beach on February 28 for an evening of Calvert spirit. Head Master Andrew Holmgren shared an update on Calvert today and talked about the ways in which many of the beloved traditions continue.Read More -
The Reunion Year Bracket Challenge is Here!
Read MoreIt is March Madness season, and at Calvert that means the Reunion Year Bracket Challenge! The match-ups are set, and the bracket is hot off the press. Which reunion class will take home top-prize for the strongest Calvert Fund participation? Classes with the highest participation percentage will move through to the next round of the finalist bracket.
The next round of standings will be announced on Thursday, March 14. Alumni can help their class by making a gift today.
Be sure to register and join us for Alumni Weekend in April when we will announce the winner of the bracket challenge at the Alumni Cocktail Party! -
2024 Alumni Squash Cup
Read MoreOn Saturday, February 10, alumni gathered in the Luetkemeyer Athletic Center for the 2024 Alumni Squash Cup. Thank you to all of the players. A special congratulations goes to tournament champion Jonathan Clark ’82 and runner up James Edwards ’85!The Calvert squash courts are open to alumni on Saturdays (3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.) and Sundays (1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.). Click here to sign up for court time. -
Alumni Spotlight: Isabel Cooke '12
From the Auditorium stage to the director's chair, Isabel Cooke has made a lasting mark on Calvert's theater program both as a student and a teacher. She directed Calvert's Middle School production of the Little Mermaid in 2023, and resumes her role as director for this year's production of Mary Poppins Jr.Read More -
Alastair Cho '15 Inspires the Next Generation of Calvert Squash Players
During his winter break, Princeton squash player and Calvert alum Alastair Cho ’15 returned to campus to meet with the Calvert squash team. As part of his visit, Alastair played an exhibition match against Director of Squash Patrick Bedore and spoke about the practice and determination all players need to improve their abilities and compete at higher levels.Read More -
Alumni in Education: Courtenay Groff Shure '91
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.Read More
This month we spotlight Calvert Lower School Learning & Support Coordinator Courtenay Groff Shure '91. -
High School Night Brings Alumni Back to Campus
The fall at Calvert means the beginning of the high school admission process for the Eighth Grade. The Class of 2024 gathered for High School Night on October 6. This annual event brings representatives from dozens of day and boarding schools to Calvert to meet the Eighth Grade students and share information about their schools. Close to 50 alumni returned to campus to represent their high schools and visit with Calvert friends and teachers. Many alumni gathered in the Middle School for pizza and a chance to catch up before assuming their roles as admission ambassadors for their high schools.Read More -
Sandy Colhoun '81 Named President of National Outdoor Leadership School
Congratulations to alumnus Sandy Colhoun '81 who was recently appointed as President of NOLS (The National Outdoor Leadership School) where he served as Interim President for the past eight months. Previously, Sandy was a member of the NOLS Board of Trustees.Read More
Sandy's career is a testament to his commitment to education and includes experience as Director of Advancement at New Hampton School and Senior Philanthropic Advisor and Chief Campaign Officer at Colby College.
Please click here to read the announcement.
Photo: The National Outdoor Leadership School -
NYC Alumni Gather for "Welcome to the City" Happy Hour
On October 11, Calvert alumni gathered in New York City for a "Welcome to the City" happy hour designed to connect established alums with recent graduates and new faces in the city. Alumni had the opportunity to meet, network, and catch up at Castell Rooftop in midtown.Read More -
Penelope Kousouris '21 Named Baltimore Sun Athlete of the Week
Congratulations to alumna Penelope Kousouris '21 on being named as a Baltimore Sun Athlete of the Week! Penelope is currently a junior at Bryn Mawr, where she plays midfield on the field hockey team.Read More
Read The Baltimore Sun's announcement. -
Lea Craig Ward ‘80 Opens Owings Mills Fitness Studio
If you’re looking for a personalized workout that is also dynamic and fun, Lea Craig Ward ‘80 has just the thing for you! A lifelong athlete, Lea brings her passion for fitness to the Greenspring Valley with her new company Wardville Workouts. She and her husband Pete Ward ‘81 converted a space on their property into a studio where Lea works with clients one-on-one or in small groups. What sets Wardville Workouts apart from traditional gyms is the highly individualized approach that Lea takes with her clients, listening to their goals and crafting a program unique to each. “I want to help my clients enjoy exercise as much as I do,” Lea shares.Read More -
BBJ Recognizes Katharine Fox '98 on "40 Under 40" List
Read MoreCongratulations to Calvert alumna and current parent Katharine Fox ’98 who was named to the Baltimore Business Journal 40 Under 40 list for 2023. Katharine is the Chief Operating Officer for The Bond Distributing Company. Selected from more than 300 nominees, Katharine and her fellow honorees demonstrate a commitment to their companies and the greater Baltimore region. -
Alumni in Education: Kelly McCormick Whitman '00
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.Read More
This month we spotlight Calvert's Dean of Upper Elementary Kelly McCormick Whitman '00. -
On the Hiking Trail with Kathy Cole Liotta ‘79
We all have those special activities that ground us and bring us joy. For Kathy Cole Liotta ‘79 and her family, hiking does just that. Led by her parents Charlie Cole and Bartie Riggs Cole ‘52 and their love of the outdoors, Kathy and her sister Bee Cole Raymond ‘75 started hiking as children in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. These trips included many excursions to Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeastern United States.Read More -
Seventeen Alumni Employees Continue to Call Calvert Home
As the 2023-2024 school year gets under way, 17 Calvert alumni are on campus in faculty, staff, and administrative roles. This group represents five decades and includes current Calvert parents and parents of graduates as well as past Trustees! Click here to see the full list.Read More -
Welcome Back, Students!
After a long summer of preparations, we are thrilled to kick-off a new school year at Calvert!Read More
The excitement began on Wednesday, August 30 when the new Lower School students visited their classrooms and met their teachers at Buzz on By. Fifth Grade students spent the morning learning about the Middle School at orientation. Eighth Grade students and their parents kicked-off this special year with leadership activities and information about the high school placement process.
All students returned on Thursday, August 31 and embarked on the new year with smiles and handshakes. -
Alumni in Education: Matthew Gallo '15
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.Read More
The first spotlight is alumnus Matthew Gallo '15 who will embark on his own teaching career at Calvert School.
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Alumni Weekend 2024
Calvert joyfully welcomed alumni representing more than six decades back to campus on April 12 and 13!Alumni Weekend celebrations began on Friday morning with a Latte & Learn campus tour where Head Master Andrew Holmgren greeted guests at the top of the Lower School lobby steps with a morning handshake. Alumni experienced familiar and new spaces around campus – including a planetarium show hosted by science teacher and alumnus Matthew Gallo ’15. -
The Final Four is Set in the 2024 Reunion Bracket Challenge!
Congratulations to our Final Four - the Classes of 1959, 1994, 1999, and the Lower School Class of 2002/Middle School Class of 2004! Which of these reunion classes will have the strongest Calvert Fund participation and move through to the championship? The championship match-up will be announced on Friday, April 5. Alumni can help their class by making a gift today.
Be sure to register and join us for Alumni Weekend when we will announce the winner of the bracket challenge at the Alumni Cocktail Party!
Thank you to all of our reunion classes for so generously supporting Calvert students and teachers this year! -
Alumni Gather at Starbucks Reserve in NYC
New York City area alumni gathered for a unique coffee lab experience at Starbucks Reserve! Expert baristas taught guests how to identify the components of their Empire State Building Microblend, and alumni then competed to determine the correct combination of aromas and tastes.
Guests also received an update from campus and learned about ways they can connect with fellow alumni through professional mentoring and regional events. -
Calvert Alumni & Friends Gather in Palm Beach
Alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends gathered at the Sailfish Club in Palm Beach on February 28 for an evening of Calvert spirit. Head Master Andrew Holmgren shared an update on Calvert today and talked about the ways in which many of the beloved traditions continue. -
The Reunion Year Bracket Challenge is Here!
It is March Madness season, and at Calvert that means the Reunion Year Bracket Challenge! The match-ups are set, and the bracket is hot off the press. Which reunion class will take home top-prize for the strongest Calvert Fund participation? Classes with the highest participation percentage will move through to the next round of the finalist bracket.
The next round of standings will be announced on Thursday, March 14. Alumni can help their class by making a gift today.
Be sure to register and join us for Alumni Weekend in April when we will announce the winner of the bracket challenge at the Alumni Cocktail Party! -
2024 Alumni Squash Cup
On Saturday, February 10, alumni gathered in the Luetkemeyer Athletic Center for the 2024 Alumni Squash Cup. Thank you to all of the players. A special congratulations goes to tournament champion Jonathan Clark ’82 and runner up James Edwards ’85!The Calvert squash courts are open to alumni on Saturdays (3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.) and Sundays (1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.). Click here to sign up for court time. -
Alumni Spotlight: Isabel Cooke '12
From the Auditorium stage to the director's chair, Isabel Cooke has made a lasting mark on Calvert's theater program both as a student and a teacher. She directed Calvert's Middle School production of the Little Mermaid in 2023, and resumes her role as director for this year's production of Mary Poppins Jr. -
Alastair Cho '15 Inspires the Next Generation of Calvert Squash Players
During his winter break, Princeton squash player and Calvert alum Alastair Cho ’15 returned to campus to meet with the Calvert squash team. As part of his visit, Alastair played an exhibition match against Director of Squash Patrick Bedore and spoke about the practice and determination all players need to improve their abilities and compete at higher levels. -
Alumni in Education: Courtenay Groff Shure '91
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.
This month we spotlight Calvert Lower School Learning & Support Coordinator Courtenay Groff Shure '91. -
High School Night Brings Alumni Back to Campus
The fall at Calvert means the beginning of the high school admission process for the Eighth Grade. The Class of 2024 gathered for High School Night on October 6. This annual event brings representatives from dozens of day and boarding schools to Calvert to meet the Eighth Grade students and share information about their schools. Close to 50 alumni returned to campus to represent their high schools and visit with Calvert friends and teachers. Many alumni gathered in the Middle School for pizza and a chance to catch up before assuming their roles as admission ambassadors for their high schools. -
Sandy Colhoun '81 Named President of National Outdoor Leadership School
Congratulations to alumnus Sandy Colhoun '81 who was recently appointed as President of NOLS (The National Outdoor Leadership School) where he served as Interim President for the past eight months. Previously, Sandy was a member of the NOLS Board of Trustees.
Sandy's career is a testament to his commitment to education and includes experience as Director of Advancement at New Hampton School and Senior Philanthropic Advisor and Chief Campaign Officer at Colby College.
Please click here to read the announcement.
Photo: The National Outdoor Leadership School -
NYC Alumni Gather for "Welcome to the City" Happy Hour
On October 11, Calvert alumni gathered in New York City for a "Welcome to the City" happy hour designed to connect established alums with recent graduates and new faces in the city. Alumni had the opportunity to meet, network, and catch up at Castell Rooftop in midtown. -
Penelope Kousouris '21 Named Baltimore Sun Athlete of the Week
Congratulations to alumna Penelope Kousouris '21 on being named as a Baltimore Sun Athlete of the Week! Penelope is currently a junior at Bryn Mawr, where she plays midfield on the field hockey team.
Read The Baltimore Sun's announcement. -
Lea Craig Ward ‘80 Opens Owings Mills Fitness Studio
If you’re looking for a personalized workout that is also dynamic and fun, Lea Craig Ward ‘80 has just the thing for you! A lifelong athlete, Lea brings her passion for fitness to the Greenspring Valley with her new company Wardville Workouts. She and her husband Pete Ward ‘81 converted a space on their property into a studio where Lea works with clients one-on-one or in small groups. What sets Wardville Workouts apart from traditional gyms is the highly individualized approach that Lea takes with her clients, listening to their goals and crafting a program unique to each. “I want to help my clients enjoy exercise as much as I do,” Lea shares. -
BBJ Recognizes Katharine Fox '98 on "40 Under 40" List
Congratulations to Calvert alumna and current parent Katharine Fox ’98 who was named to the Baltimore Business Journal 40 Under 40 list for 2023. Katharine is the Chief Operating Officer for The Bond Distributing Company. Selected from more than 300 nominees, Katharine and her fellow honorees demonstrate a commitment to their companies and the greater Baltimore region. -
Alumni in Education: Kelly McCormick Whitman '00
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.
This month we spotlight Calvert's Dean of Upper Elementary Kelly McCormick Whitman '00. -
On the Hiking Trail with Kathy Cole Liotta ‘79
We all have those special activities that ground us and bring us joy. For Kathy Cole Liotta ‘79 and her family, hiking does just that. Led by her parents Charlie Cole and Bartie Riggs Cole ‘52 and their love of the outdoors, Kathy and her sister Bee Cole Raymond ‘75 started hiking as children in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. These trips included many excursions to Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeastern United States. -
Seventeen Alumni Employees Continue to Call Calvert Home
As the 2023-2024 school year gets under way, 17 Calvert alumni are on campus in faculty, staff, and administrative roles. This group represents five decades and includes current Calvert parents and parents of graduates as well as past Trustees! Click here to see the full list. -
Welcome Back, Students!
After a long summer of preparations, we are thrilled to kick-off a new school year at Calvert!
The excitement began on Wednesday, August 30 when the new Lower School students visited their classrooms and met their teachers at Buzz on By. Fifth Grade students spent the morning learning about the Middle School at orientation. Eighth Grade students and their parents kicked-off this special year with leadership activities and information about the high school placement process.
All students returned on Thursday, August 31 and embarked on the new year with smiles and handshakes. -
Alumni in Education: Matthew Gallo '15
Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, we will spotlight alumni with careers in education. For many of these alumni, the path to becoming an educator began at Calvert School with inspiration coming from their teachers along the way.
The first spotlight is alumnus Matthew Gallo '15 who will embark on his own teaching career at Calvert School.
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