Reunion Weekend 2023

June 9–11 – Celebrating classes ending in 3 and 8

We are excited to welcome back our alumni to celebrate this annual milestone, as well as toast 70 years of RLS! Please mark your calendars to join us on campus in Pebble Beach this June.

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Questions?

If you have questions, would like to get in touch with your class chair, or would like to lend a hand with planning, please contact the RLS Alumni Office.

Cancellations

Please note that there are no cancellations after Wednesday, June 7.

Schedule of Events

Celebration of Life for Bill Hankison – Thursday June 8

4:00 pm–5:00 pm – Church in the Forest, Stevenson School, Pebble Beach

All friends of Bill Hankison are invited to attend his Celebration of Life on Thursday, June 8 at 4:00 pm at the Church in the Forest. The service will be led by Bill’s family and friends, including Dave Miller and Forbes Keaton. A reception at the Hankison home will immediately follow. The address will be provided upon RSVP.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Bill Hankison Memorial Fund at Stevenson which will contribute to the refurbishment of the gymnasium and naming of the floor in memory of Coach Bill Hankison. Here is the link to learn more and make a gift.

3:00 pm–9:00 pm

Registration

Douglas Hall Front Lawn
All alumni and guests should check in upon their arrival to campus. Schedules, nametags, lodging information, and other weekend details will be shared at this time.

2:00 pm–5:00 pm

Golf Tournament in memory of Bill Hankison

The Hay – 1700 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
On Friday, June 9, there will be a golf tournament at The Hay in memory of Bill. Situated above the Lodge with stunning views of Point Lobos and Carmel Bay, The Hay has become a local favorite! Complimentary beverages and appetizers will be served. There will be commemorative items for those participating. Thank you to Judah Matthews ‘98 for organizing the tournament and leading this effort in memory of the wonderful Bill Hankison.

A cost of $100 will be charged to participate in this activity.

5:00 pm–6:00 pm

“RLS Early Years” Cocktail Reception

Chapel Deck
Alumni from 1953-1978 are invited to attend this  intimate gathering of Pirates. President Dan Griffiths will be  in attendance. The intention is to provide a time for this  group of alumni to meet Dr. Griffiths as well as connect, reflect, and catch up with one another.

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Welcome Reception and Light Dinner

Rosen Family Student Center and Wandke Amphitheater
This casual get-together is a great way to kick off this celebratory weekend. Spend time visiting with classmates and faculty right in the heart of campus. (Parking is available on Wilson Field.)

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Class of 1963 Private Dinner

Benbow House
Members of the Class of 1963 are invited for a private class dinner at Benbow House. Benbow House sits behind Rosen Amphitheater overlooking the Spyglass Golf Links. This event will immediately follow the “Early Years” Reception on the Erdman Chapel Deck from 5:00–6:00 p.m. 

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Class of 1973 Private Dinner

Nielsen Home
Members of the Class of 1973 are invited for a private class dinner at the home of Peter ’73 and Dian Nielsen. The address and more details will be provided upon RSVP.

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

“Share your RLS Story”

Amphitheater Lawn
In honor of our 70th anniversary, we are collecting alumni memories and stories. Please visit the filming tent over the weekend to record yours.

7:30 am–9:30 am

Breakfast

Reid Hall
Alumni staying in the dorms are invited to eat breakfast in Reid Hall

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Registration

Douglas Hall Front Lawn
All alumni and guests should check in upon  their arrival to campus. Schedules, nametags,  lodging information, and other weekend  details will be shared at this time.

9:00 am–12:00 pm

“Share your RLS story”

Amphitheater Lawn
In honor of our 70th anniversary, we are collecting alumni memories and stories. Please visit the filming tent over the weekend to record yours.

10:00 am–10:45 am

Service of Remembrance

Erdman Chapel
Please join us in the Chapel, as we take time to bear witness and share reflections on those alumni who have left us.

11:00 am–12:00 pm

RLS at 70: A Pirate Panel Discussion

Keck Auditorium
Dr. Griffiths will lead a panel discussion with current students and faculty, alumni, and past faculty members. Get ready to hear some wonderful stories from times gone by, as well as an update on School today.

12:00 pm–4:00 pm

KSPB Alumni Sessions

KSPB Studio
Relive your DJ days! Sign up today for your own half-hour show. There will be current students and staff on hand to lend support.

12:30 pm–2:00 pm

50th Reunion Luncheon at the President’s House 

President’s House
This special event is designed just for our 50th Reunion Pirates. Dr. Griffiths looks forward to welcoming the Class of 1973 to the President’s House for this favorite annual event.

12:30 pm–2:00 pm

Pirate Picnic by the Pool 

Pirate Pool
Alumni are invited to enjoy the Pirate Pool and some “grab and go” picnic bites. Lifeguard on duty. 

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Planning for the “Greater American Eclipse” with Mr. Ron Provost

S-9, Lindsley Science Center
Did you see the “Great American Eclipse” in 2017? Know someone who saw it and wished you were there? Join Stevenson’s Astronomy teacher Ron Provost to talk about the “Greater American Eclipse” taking place on April 8, 2024. Where should you go? How should you plan? What is an eclipse anyway? You didn’t think Mr. Provost would skip the science, did you?

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Reception for Frank Keith

Home of West ’69 and Maggie Clark
West ’69 and Maggie Clark will host a special reception in honor of longtime favorite Pirate, Mr. Frank Keith. The reception will be at their Pebble Beach home. Alumni are invited to take this opportunity to stop by and catch up with Frank Keith at the Clark residence. The address will be provided upon RSVP.

4:00 pm–6:00 pm

“Share your RLS Story” — FULL

Wilson Field
In honor of our 70th anniversary, we are collecting alumni memories and stories.  Please visit the filming tent over the weekend to record yours. 

5:00 pm–6:00 pm

Registration

Wilson Field
All alumni and guests should check in upon their arrival to campus. Schedules, nametags, lodging information, and other weekend details will be shared at this time.

5:30 pm–8:30 pm

Babysitting

Children 2-12 years old are invited to enjoy pizza and play games in the Day Hall Common Room. Advance registration is required for this activity. Babysitting costs $40 per child. 

6:00 pm–8:00 pm

Reunion Cocktail Reception and Dinner

Under the Tent on Wilson Field

Alumni are invited to attend the Reunion Cocktail Reception and Dinner on campus. First, we will gather for the cocktail reception, then sit down for dinner. Dinner seating will be in the tent on Wilson Field.

During the evening, we will toast retiring faculty Sam Salerno and Cleve Thayer. A card will also be available to sign and share messages for them and Frank Stephenson, who is unable to attend the event.

From 8:00- 10:00 p.m., all guests are invited to dance and enjoy the tunes played by Sam Salerno and his band, The Transducers.

The suggested attire for the evening is “California Cocktail.” This is a 21 years and older event.

Class pictures will be taken and Reunion Giving awards and prizes will be presented during the reception.

Gather at the bleacher for your class photo at the below time:

Class Photo Times: 

  • 6:05 p.m.– 1973
  • 6:10 p.m.– 1978
  • 6:15 p.m.– 1983
  • 6:20 p.m.– 1988
  • 6:25 p.m.– 1993 
  • 6:30 p.m.– 1998
  • 6:35 p.m.– 2003 
  • 6:40 p.m.– 2008
  • 6:45 p.m.– 2013
  • 6:50 p.m.– 2018

7:30 am–9:30 am

Breakfast

Reid Hall
Alumni staying in the dorms are invited to eat breakfast in Reid Hall

7:30 am–9:30 am

Dorm Checkout

Looking Back: Reunion Weekend 2018