On Thursday, June 9, the seventy-one newly minted GFA alumni of the Class of 2011 processed and recessed on the front lawn. Salutatorian Emma Frank '11 and Valedictorian Allison Kruk '11 addressed their classmates, reminding them of the strong academic foundation they had received at GFA and their "intrinsic humanitarian responsibility" to effect positive change in the world. Author and foreign correspondent Stephen Kinzer delivered remarks to the graduates, urging them not to close themselves in "in the comfortable world that is available to you" and keep themselves "open to the possibilities of change" while maintaining a sense of humility and the ability to learn from and listen to others.

A day earlier on Wednesday, June 8, seniors and their families gathered in the outdoor amphitheater for a celebration of their accomplishments, hosted by the GFA Alumni Association. Roz Koether Stephanak '82, President of the GFA Alumni Association, addressed the seniors and announced the slate of alumni officers, as nominated by their classmates and teachers. Class correspondents will be Jake Becker '11 and Katherine Norbom '11, while Mikey Hintsa '11 and Brooke McGrath '11 will serve as class agents.

Lower Schoolers on the front lawn in the 1960s. Can you name these students? View the high resolution version here.

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