Alumnae

Alumnae Weekend

"A Legacy of Love" • May 15-18, 2025

For all alumnae, especially those in classes ending in '0 and '5. Details to come.

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  • APPLAUSE!

    Please join us in thanking the Alumnae Weekend Committee of the Alumnae Board for putting together these great events!

    Chelsea Robbins '11, chair
    Laurie Wilde Oswald '87, co-chair
     Shanika Ranasinghe Esparaz '05 • Cheryl Jackson Johnson ’95 • Alison Leddy '11

  • ACTIVITIES

    Alumnae Weekend activities at Laurel are open to ALL alumnae.

    Reunion Class activities are for class years ending in '0 and '5.

  • REGISTRATION

    Registration is required for all events. RSVP will open no later than April 7.

    Registration closes Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:59 pm (EDT). No refunds after May 9.

    While general admission is free, some activities may incur a cost.

Lyman & Butler Events

Thursday, May 15, 2025

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  • 6:30-9:00 pm | Distinguished Alumnae Reception and Awards Dinner

    Join us as we honor Distinguished Alumna Anne Conway Juster ’80, Lifetime Achievement Recipient Judith Rousuck ’69, and Young Alum of Distinction Mollie Barnard ‘06.
    • Entrée choices:  Beef, Salmon, Vegetarian/Vegan
    • Compliments of the Alumnae Association
    • Valet parking provided
    Thank you to the Distinguished Alumnae Committee! Layne Eskridge ’00, Chair • Susan Pastorelle Ellingson ’60 • Janice Fazio ’73 • Cyndi Cass ’88 • Jennifer Willis ’93 • Brooke Plotkin ’08 • Christine ElDabh ’12

Friday, May 16, 2025

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  • 7:30–8:15 am | Legacy Breakfast

    Have breakfast with your favorite Laurel girl in the Dining Room. Open to alumnae with relatives who are current students at Laurel.

  • 9:30–10:30 am | Green Key Tours of the Lyman Campus

    • Walk down Memory Lane on a student-guided tour of Lyman Campus.
    • Gator Lane will be open for your shopping pleasure.

  • 4:00–5:00 pm | Green Key Tours of the Lyman Campus

    • Walk down Memory Lane on a student-guided tour of Lyman Campus.
    • Gator Lane will be open for your shopping pleasure.

  • 5:00–6:30 pm | Ann V. Klotz Portrait Unveiling and Champagne Reception

    • Raise a glass and toast our tenth Head of School 
    • Heavy appetizers
    • Compliments of the Alumnae Association

Saturday, May 17, 2025

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  • 10:00–11:00 am | Alumnae Panel: Storytelling in Today’s Media Landscape

    Featuring panelists theater critic Judith Rousuck ’69 • entertainment executives and producers Chris Sanagustin ’85 and Layne Eskridge ’00 • comedienne and writer Desi Domo ’05 • moderator Lila Jezierski Mills ’93, editor in chief, Signal Cleveland

  • 11:30–Noon | Mimosa Reception in the Courtyard (weather permitting)

    Mingle with alumnae and faculty friends in the Courtyard. We'll move indoors if the weather doesn't cooperate.

  • Noon–2:00 pm | Alumnae Luncheon and Annual Meeting at the Lyman Campus

    Lunch at Lyman Campus and Annual Meeting of the Alumnae Association.
    • $20 per person in advance; $25 at the door
    • Complimentary for the Classes of 1970 and 1975
    • Valet parking provided beginning at 11:00 am
    Alumnae Board Business
    The Nominating Committee presents the following slate for the 2025-2028 Alumnae Board as well as updated bylaws.
    • For Members-at-Large: Elizabeth Haas ’85 • Samantha Gillombardo Larson ’99 • Arnetta Dean Matthews ’02 (second term) • Laurie Wilde Oswald ’87 (second term)
    • Laurel Alumnae Board updated By-Laws (pdf)

Sunday, May 18, 2025

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  • 10:30 am–1:00 pm | Community Celebration of Ann V. Klotz

    • Brunch at Butler (program at 11 am)

  • 1:15–2:30 pm | Alumnae Field Hockey Activities

    Meet your current Gator hockey team and hit the field for some drills, exercises and fun! We’ll have Q&A with the team afterward.
    • Open to all former field hockey players
Registration closes Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:59 pm (EDT). No refunds after May 9.

Reunion Classes (0s & 5s)

1955–1985

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  • 1955 (70th)

    Thank you to planners Lynne Rossen Feighan and Kathy Chilcote Pender

    FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
    Class Dinner at The Country Club | 7:00 pm
    The Mighty Class of ’55 will celebrate its 70th reunion with dinner at The Country Club in Pepper Pike.
    • The Country Club, 2825 Lander Road, Pepper Pike 44124 (216) 831-9200
    SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
    Class ZOOM | 3:00 pm
    All members of the Class are invited to a virtual afternoon of reminiscing and catching up! ZOOM from the comfort of your couch!
    • ZOOM link will be provided to registrants in advance.

  • 1960 (65th)

    Thank you to hostess and planners Susie Walter Cargile, Pris Gilliam Moore and Audie Lockwood Schneider

    FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
    Casual Dinner at Geraci’s Pepper Pike | 6:30 pm
    Let’s kick off the weekend over pizza and pasta!
    • Spouses welcome
    • Dutch treat
    • Geraci’s Pepper Pike
      • 29425 Chagrin Blvd., Pepper Pike, OH 44124 (216) 831-1595
    SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
    Dinner at the Cargile’s | 6:00 pm
    Join classmates for a lovely buffet dinner at Susie and Mike Cargile’s charming home among the trees in Chagrin Falls. 
    • Spouses welcome
    • $40 per person, includes hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner and cocktails
    • Address provided upon registration

  • 1965 (60th)

    Thank you to planners Mebby Klein Brown, Hannah Leavitt and Margit Knerly Daley

    FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
    Class Dinner at Giovanni’s | 6:30 pm
    We’ll enjoy a lovely dinner at Cleveland’s five star Italian Ristorante in Beachwood.
    • $60 (we will choose between 4 entrees, 2 salads and 3 dessert options)
    • Business casual attire
    • Due to the private room’s capacity, classmates have priority, guests welcome if space allows.
    • Giovanni’s: 25550 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122 (216) 831-8625
    SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
    Pizza Party at Mebby’s!  | 6:30 pm 
    Let’s gather for a casual dinner and more fun memory sharing and memory making at Mebby’s in Moreland Courts at Shaker Square.
    • For classmates only
    • Address provided upon registration

  • 1970 (55th)

    FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025 -- RSVP FOR THE LUNCH AT BUTLER BY CLICKING ON "REGISTER TODAY" AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
    1970 Lunch at the Butler Campus |  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Come have lunch in the Learning Pavilion, share memories of classmates who live on in our hearts and hear from current students about how they learn at Laurel’s amazing 150-acre Butler Campus.
    • A shuttle from Lyman Circle to Butler and back will be provided.
    • Box lunches compliments of the Alumnae Association
    • Butler Campus: 7420 Fairmount Road, Novelty 44072

      In addition to the events at Laurel, there are other opportunities to gather as a class. FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS EVENTS, RSVP directly to Andi Adams at ahadams52@gmail.com or 202 329-8472.  (Please note: the following 1970 events will not appear on the school registration platform where you RSVP for activities at Laurel.) 

      Friday Wine and Cheese Tasting at Marchant Manor Cheese in Lee Road | 4:00 pm 
      • Details to those who are interested.
      • Dutch treat.
      • 2231 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights 44118
      Friday Night 1970 Gathering at Cindy's suite at the Marriott Beachwood |  6:00 pm
      • Dutch treat.
      • Details to those who RSVP to Andi.
      SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025 -- RSVP DIRECTLY TO ANDI

      Pizza Dinner at Geraci's on Warrensville | 6:30 pm
      • Dutch treat.
      • 2266 Warrensville Center Road
      SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025 -- RSVP DIRECTLY TO ANDI

      Brunch at the Cleveland Museum of Art | 10:30 am
      • Brunch at the Provenance Restaurant
      • Dutch treat.
      • 11150 East Boulevard, Cleveland 44106


    • 1975 (50th)

      Thank you to our hostesses and planners: Leslie Walker Byrd, Hilary Bohannon Colvin, Caroline Pritchard, Laurie Neville Simpson, Patsy Thompson, Carla Tricarichi, Anne Wilkinson and Gwill York. Special thanks to hostess Mrs. Neville.

      FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
      Lunch at the Butler Campus | 11:00 am–2:00 pm
      The Class of 1975 will enjoy a box lunch in the Conway Pavilion at Butler with special guests Ann V. Klotz and current students. Lunch will include remembering Sarah Ford Rickert. Tours of Butler after for those who are interested. 
      • A shuttle from Lyman Circle to Butler and back will be provided.
      • Box lunches compliments of the Alumnae Association
      • Butler Campus: 7420 Fairmount Road, Novelty 44072
      Dinner at The Hangar | 7:00–10:00 pm
      Classmates are invited to a casual, fun get together at the historical Art Deco landmark in Beachwood. Drop in when you arrive in town.
      • $35
      • For classmates only
      • The Hangar: 24400 Cedar Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
      SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
      Class Photo | 11:30 am - Noon
      Courtyard (weather permitting) 

      Class Drinks and Dinner at Hilary’s in Pepper Pike | 6:00 pm
      Enjoy a lovely dinner at the home of Hilary Bohannon Colvin.
      • $35 per person
      • Address provided upon registration
      SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025
      Class Brunch at Mrs. Neville’s home | 9:30 am–Noon
      Let’s wrap up our amazing weekend of celebrations with a casual brunch at the home of Laurie’s mom.
      • For classmates only
      • Address provided upon registration

    • 1980 (45th)

      Thank you to hostess and planners Kim Seymour Hartwell and Ellen Rome Asbeck
      FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
      Class Dinner at Kim’s | 6:30 pm
      Let’s get together for a fun evening at the home of Kim Seymour Hartwell in Cleveland Heights
      • Spouses/Partners welcome
      • Address provided upon registration

    • 1985 (40th)

      Thank you to our hostesses and planners: Liz Haas, Kate Hubben, Lari Anderson Jacobson, Cari Richer Ross, Emerald Mavridis Velotta and Mary Dyer Wilkinson

      FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
      Pot Luck Dinner at Lari’s | 6:00 pm
      Gather with classmates at the Cleveland Heights home of Lari Anderson Jacobson.
      • Feel free to bring drinks or a side dish. 
      • Spouses/significant others welcome
      • Address provided upon registration
      Three-School Meet-up at the Tavern Company | 9:00 pm
      Meet up at "Tavco" with fellow 1985ers from University School and Hathaway Brown.  
      • Self-pay
      • The Tavern Company, 2299 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights;  (216) 321-6001
      SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
      Dinner & Drinks at Gigi's on Fairmount | 5:30–8:30 pm
      Join us at this jewel-box of a sophisticated hot spot for dinner and drinks.
      • $100 per person
      • Guests welcome for this event
      • Gigi’s on Fairmount: 3477 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118; (216) 291-7237
      SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025
      Yoga at Kate Hubben’s | 9:30 am
      What better way to start the day as we wind down the weekend than doing the Sun Salutation with friends 
      • Bring a yoga mat and water
      • Address provided upon registration
      Hike Butler Campus | 1:00 pm
      Take in the beauty and serenity of the 150-acre Butler Campus on a hike immediately following the Community Celebration of Ann V. Klotz.
      • Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes
      • Butler Campus: 7420 Fairmount Road, Novelty, OH 44072

    1990–2020

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    • 1990 (35th)

      We hope to see you at Alumnae Weekend events at the Lyman and Butler Campuses!

    • 1995 (30th)

      Thank you to our hostess and planners Neeti Sundaresh, Cheryl Jackson Johnson and Meredith Stewart Reimer

      FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
      Dinner at Gigi's on Fairmount | 6:30 pm
      Join us at the sophisticated hot spot on Fairmount in Cleveland Heights!
      • $100 per person includes drinks, appetizers and dinner
      • Partners/spouses welcome
      • Gigi’s on Fairmount: 3477 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118; (216) 291-7237
      SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
      Happy Hour at Neeti Sundaresh and Alex Granovsky’s | 5:30 pm
      Let’s continue the fun and reconnecting.
      • Includes heavy appetizers
      • Partners/spouses welcome
      • Address provided upon registration

    • 2000 (25th)

      Thank you to planners Erin Adelman Court, Alexis Hecker Kim and Emily Beth Rapoport

      FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025
      Party at Boss Dog Brewing | 7:00 pm
      Let’s celebrate our 25th at Boss Dog on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights. 
      • Significant others welcome
      • $25 per person, cash bar
      • Boss Dog Brewing Company:  2179 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 (216) 321-2337
      SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025 
      Memorial gathering at the Butler Campus | 11:30 am
      The Class of 2000 will gather to remember beloved classmate Tori Willard.
      • Families and all alumnae who knew Tori are welcome.
      • Location at Butler will be conveyed closer to the date.
      • Join us in honoring Tori by making a gift to fund softball uniforms and a tree in her memory.  Gifts can be made at https://www.laurelschool.org/giving/restricted-giving, your contribution will also be tax deductible. The 4th option under designation is "Tori Willard '00 Memorial Fund". 

    • 2005 (20th)

      Thank you to planners Anna Bolman, Shanika Ranasinghe Esparaz, Hallie Brooks Flaxman, Taylor Goodman and Sarah Sanborn Hall 

      Friday, May 16, 2025  

      Class Gathering at Midnight Owl in Shaker Heights | 7:00 pm

      Let’s kick off our 20th at this craft brewery and restaurant. 
      • Classmates only
      • Complimentary appetizers, soft drinks and one drink; then cash bar
      • Midnight Owl Brewing Company 20312 Chagrin Blvd, Shaker Heights  44122 (216) 417-3334
       Saturday, May 17, 2025 

      Let’s Get Social at Punch Bowl Social | 6:00 - 8:00 pm

      Fun is on the agenda when we gather for bowling and appetizers at one of the coolest places with craft cocktails and games on the Flats East Bank.
      • $50 per person includes bowling and appetizers
      • Significant others welcome
      • Punch Bowl Social 1086 W 11th St., Cleveland  44113 (216) 239-1508

    • 2010 (15th)

      Thank you to planners Morgan Curtiss and Jacquelyn Daugherty Sanborn

      Saturday, May 17, 2025 

      Fun at Forest City Shuffleboard | 4:30-6:30 pm

      We have two courts reserved for our class at Forest City Shuffleboard in Cleveland.
      • Classmates only
      • $25 per person
      • Forest City Shuffleboard: 4506 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland 44102 (440) 829-2196

    • 2015 (10th)

      Thank you to planners Talia Fleshler, Katy Greskovich and Jordyn Parks

      Friday, May 16, 2025

       

      Topgolf | 7:30 pm

      We’ll kick off the weekend at Cleveland’s premier entertainment venue with fun golf games for all skill levels.
      • $35 (includes two drinks, food and golfing)
      • Classmates only
      • Topgolf Cleveland: 5820 Rockside Woods Blvd N, Independence, OH 4413, (216) 619-2464

      Saturday, May 17, 2025

      Happy Hour at The Wine Spot | 6:00 pm

      Our class will gather at The Wine Spot on Lee Road in Cleveland Heights.
      • $20 (includes food, beer and wine)
      • Classmates only
      • The Wine Spot: 2271 Lee Road, Cleveland Hts., OH 44118 (216) 342-3623
      • Parking in the rear

    • 2020 (5th)

      We hope to see you at Alumnae Weekend events at the Lyman and Butler Campuses!

    Hotels

    The following hotels are located near the Lyman Campus in the I-271 Chagrin Blvd./Richmond Rd. corridor. Call for room rates.
    Questions? Contact Julie Donahue at jDonahue@LaurelSchool.org or (21) 455-3028

    Lyman Campus | Laurel School

    1 Lyman Circle
    Shaker Heights, OH 44122
    Phone: 216-464-1441
    Admissions: admissions@LaurelSchool.org
    General: info@LaurelSchool.org

    Butler Campus | Laurel School

    7420 Fairmount Road
    Novelty, OH 44072
    Phone: 216-464-1441
    Admissions: admissions@LaurelSchool.org
    General: info@LaurelSchool.org
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