Wildcat Weekend brought many familiar faces back home to RCDS, as alumni reunited with classmates and beloved faculty members at various events.

Alumni Hall of Fame Reception

On Friday, October 13, at the Alumni Hall of Fame Reception, alumni, colleagues, family, and friends gathered to recognize six new inductees. The ceremony was an incredibly moving demonstration of excellence within the RCDS community and the caring relationships that make the RCDS network a lifelong, adoring family.

• Brent Forester '84 (W. Lee Pierson Distinguished Alumni Award)
• Vanessa Kroll Bennett '94 (Academic/Professional Achievement Award)
• Taylor Washington '11 (R. Adrian Walters III ‘91 Memorial Athletic Award)
• Mira Riad '96 (Service Award)
• Margo Otis (Special Award)
• Harriet Rofman H'02 (Special Award)

The Alumni Hall of Fame was created in 2005 by the Alumni Executive Board created to recognize and celebrate the achievements of RCDS alumni in their post-graduation careers and lives. Alumni are inducted into the Hall of Fame in one of four categories: Academic/Professional, Arts, Athletics, and Service. In addition, RCDS faculty and staff are inducted for their outstanding contributions to the School (in the "Special" category).  The highest honor for alumni, the Distinguished Alumni Award, was established to recognize an individual whose generosity and exemplary commitment to service have significantly bettered our society and the RCDS community.  The award is named for the late Dr. W. Lee Pierson, who served as Head of School for 14 years.

Watch the full induction speeches here. 

Golden Alumni Dinner

On Saturday, October 14, the Class of 1973 gathered to celebrate their 50th reunion. The classmates gathered in the Klingenstein Library and were joined by a few remote participants via Zoom. The celebrations continued with dinner in the Middle and Upper School Dining Hall with Larry King ’73 of the Larry King Trio playing piano and singing. It was a fantastic event celebrating 50 years of RCDS community and pride.

Reunion Cocktail Reception 

On Saturday, October 14, Alumni with class years ending in 3 and 8 gathered in the PAC Foyer to catch up, make new connections, and celebrate shared RCDS bonds. Former faculty also joined the festivities.