Countdown to Reunion Weekend 2026- Registration Open!
May 14, 2026- May 16, 2026
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Date and time
Thursday, May 14th, 2026 –
Saturday, May 16th, 2026

Organizer

Schedule
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
6:00 pm
– 9:00 pm
Athletic Hall of Fame
Crowne Plaza Albany—The Desmond Hotel
Join us for a celebration ceremony and dinner honoring alumnae, alumni, coaches, and teams whose outstanding contributions to athletics reflect the highest ideals of Albany Academy, including excellence and sportsmanship.
We are proud to recognize Anthony Cioffi ’76, Thomas Cavosie (Service Award), Peter Hansen ’91, Bill Knauf ’91, Emily Padalino ’16, Julia Zacher ’21, the 2011 Girls Lacrosse Team, and the 2010–2011 Boys Hockey Team.
Friday, May 15th, 2026
10:00 am
Lobby & Drawing Room Dedication and Celebration
Lower School Lobby & Drawing Room
Dedication ceremony for the CAROLINE MASON DRAWING ROOM & LOBBY RENOVATION. We welcome all alumnae and alumni to join us. Light refreshments will be served. Student and staff-led tours of Lower/Middle School (Former AAG) will directly follow.
5:00 pm
– 5:45 pm
The Arts Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Performance
Caird Chapel, Upper School Campus
Help us Celebrate the 2026 Arts Hall of Fame Inductees! Congratulations to Joan Dembinski ’55 (Arts Philanthropy), Stephen Hannock ’69 (Visual Arts), Stephanie D’Alessandro ’84 (Arts Curator), John Carr ’93 (Arts Production) & Janek Ambros ’06 (Arts Production).
6:00 pm
– 8:00 pm
Welcome Reception
Stevens Center, Lower & Middle School Campus
Join us for a cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres as we kick off Reunion Weekend and celebrate our 2026 Honorees: Distinguished Alumna, Anne Olcott ’81, Outstanding Young Alumna, Dr. Jennifer Okwerekwu, MD, MS ’06, and Distinguished Alumnus, Peter Swire ’76. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet our new Head of School, Michael Turner.
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
10:00 am
The Jane Lathrop Society/ Alumnae Council Breakfast
Stevens Center, Lower School/Middle School Campus
Members of the Class of 1976 will be inducted into the Jane Lathrop Society during this special celebration. All women of the Albany Academy for Girls community are warmly invited to attend, including alumnae, current and past faculty and staff, trustees, members of the Board of Visitors. The Fredericka Voorhaar Slingerland ’32 Volunteer Service Award will be presented to Ashley Matthews ’96.
12:30 pm
– 3:00 pm
Alumnae & Alumni Barbecue- all welcome!
Class of 1970 Pavilion, Upper School Campus
Join us for a fun, family-friendly BBQ with something for everyone! Enjoy lawn games, face painting, and activities for kids, while connecting with classmates and fellow alums at milestone tables and tables organized around specific topics to encourage conversation across ages and interests. Explore areas highlighting Music/Arts, Athletics, and Career/Networking opportunities. Good food, great company, and a relaxed celebration for all ages!
At 2:00 pm, members of the of the Albany Academy Class of 1976 will gather at a designated spot for a special tour of the school. The tour will conclude at the flagpole at the entrance of campus, where we will hold a brief ceremonial induction into the Old Guard. All members of the Old Guard, spouses, and friends are invited to join!
6:00 pm
Class Dinners
To be arranged by each individual class
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Celebrating the Class of 1976!
Celebrate your Reunion. Honor your past. Invest in the future