Alumni Events

Every month, this inaugural series showcases Govs alumni who have achieved success by following their passions—from the sciences to the entertainment industry to effective communication and much more. We hope you will join us to expand your horizons and perhaps spark a new passion of your own!

DIANA BURNELL '00: A Walk in the Woods - A Forager's Guide

Monday, April 28
7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Join Diana Burnell '00 as she explores the woods and shares her knowledge of mushrooms and the wondrous edible landscape just outside your door!

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Alumni kids science day at alfond center

wednesday, april 23
2:00 - 3:00 P.M. 
alfond coastal research center

Alumni Families: Please join environmental science teacher Lisa Borgatti and her students at the Alfond Coastal Research Center for a fun-filled afternoon of science activities. Kids will engage in hands-on learning and caring for our resident animals at the center, and pot up seeds to bring home to plant in their own gardens.

We kindly ask parents to remain in the building during the event; snacks and drinks will be provided. Limited parking is available at the Alfond Center, or you can park in the Whiston•Bragdon Arena parking lot and walk the beautiful woodland trails leading to the Alfond Center.

Please join us following the event for some home games!
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kids field day at Govs

saturday, may 10
9:00 - 10:30 a.M. 
alfond class of 1967 turf field

Alumni Families: Please join Govs faculty and staff kids for a fun-filled community field day on campus! Children in kindergarten through grade six are welcome to join Govs students for a variety of team-building activities on the turf field. 

Parents: Please bring a water bottle for your child, and we kindly ask that you remain on the field during the event. Please park in the Whiston•Bragdon Arena parking lot and meet us on the turf! 

Please join us following the event for some home games!
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alumni: join us in scottsdale!

olive & ivy
7135 E Camelback Road
Scottsdale, Arizona

monday, may 5
7:00 P.M. 

Govs Alumni are cordially invited to join Director of Alumni & Family Engagement Samantha Boulais Howson for a festive evening of cocktails, a delicious dinner, and great conversation. Due to limited space, we kindly request that this invitation is for Govs alumni only. Please register today to reserve your spot!

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alumni, parents, and friends: join us in DENVER!

the greenwich denver
3258 larimer street
denver, colorado

tuesday, may 6
6:00 - 8:00 P.M. 

Alumni, parents, and friends of Governor's are cordially invited to an evening celebrating the gifts of friendship and community. Join us for a festive evening with delicious food, craft beer and cocktails, and great conversation. This event is free of charge!

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passion in practice: Abby Katz '15

The Politics of Healthy Food

wednesday, may 14
7:00 p.m. via zoom

Have you considered how our food is advertised? To who and when? Abby Katz '15 has done extensive research on the topic and will share some of her thoughts during this webinar. Abby holds a MA in Food Studies from New York University, and a BA in Food, Culture, & Sustainable Society (Individualized) and Human Rights from the University of Connecticut. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Behavioral and Social Health Sciences at Brown University School of Public Health. Abby has presented at several conferences and is a James Beard Foundation National Scholar.

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passion in practice: jon shain '85

The Road to Becoming a Professional Musician

wednesday, june 18
noon via zoom

Ever wondered what it takes to become a professional musician? Tune in for Jon Shain's '85 event to learn how he became a successful touring singer-songwriter in the folk and blues music scene. Known for his fiery acoustic guitar work and unique blend of Piedmont blues, bluegrass, swing, and ragtime, Jon is a circuit veteran who has released nine solo albums and authored two music books published by Mel Bay. In 2019, he won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. Over the last several years, Jon has headlined listening rooms both as a solo and with duo partner, and fellow Govs alum, FJ Ventre '84 throughout the US. Jon has done two solo tours in Europe, and has opened shows for John Hiatt, Keb’ Mo’, Little Feat, and many other roots legends. When Jon is not recording, producing other artists, or performing, he is a highly sought-after guitar and songwriting instructor.

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thank you for showing your love on govs giving day 2025!

Because of you, we crushed our Govs Giving Day goal of 1,000 donors and unlocked the $100,000 challenge from Bob ’67 and Anne Bass GP’26!  With 1,086 donors (and counting), Govs pride reached spectacular heights for Govs Giving Day. We raised an incredible $434,365 for The Governor's Fund! Our Govs community of alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends showed up for Giving Day filled with joy, enthusiasm, and school spirit. Huge shoutouts to everyone who volunteered, set up a challenge, shared your love for Govs with heartfelt comments, photos, and videos. You inspired our community to help make this day an outstanding, over the top success!

You all shine bright in our hearts today and every day. Go, Govs!

show your govs pride!

Are you getting married or planning a social, work, or volunteer event with other Govs alumni? Show your school spirit with a Governor's Academy poster! Let us know about your event and we'll send you a complimentary 22" x 28" poster—yours to keep!

Don't forget to snap a photo, including this poster, to share with us!  Please order your poster at least two weeks prior to your event.

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