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fter determining that an in-person Alumnae Weekend was again not in the best interest of the well-being of the GPS community this year, a virtual celebration took place on April 16 and 17. The classes ending in ’0s, ’6s, ’1s, and ’5s celebrated their classmates, particularly those who were deemed Notable Alumnae, Rising Notables, and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. (See next pages.) A toast was raised to the Classes of 1970 and 1971 in honor of their 50th reunions, with a special gift of a GPS glass, sparkling water, and cocktail (and mocktail) recipe mailed out to those who requested one. We also celebrated, from both 2020 and 2021, our Notable Alumnae and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. Megan Cover, the GPS incoming Head of School, made a guest appearance through a video interview with Ashley Moore Palmer ’99, and our Faculty Emeriti were also honored. (See page 52.) For those unable to attend in real time, the videos of the celebrations are posted on the GPS YouTube channel, titled GPS Alumnae Weekend 2021.
INAUGURAL WEEK OF GIVING To support the efforts of giving to our annual Impact Fund, the GPS Development Team had to think creatively. In previous years, a special ticketed event was held each spring, but due to COVID-19, the 2020 and 2021 fundraiser had to be held virtually. Thus, Our Girls | Our GPS was born. WATCH ALL THE ALUMNAE WEEKEND EVENTS ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL AT YOUTUBE.COM/ GPSBRUISERTUBE.
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The inaugural Week of Giving was made possible by the support of many sponsors, volunteers, friends, and families who pledged sponsorships and purchased items through the online auction. We are so grateful to everyone who made this week a success!
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