Reunion Tips

Reunions bring together old friends. They give you a chance to look at your youth with new eyes -- the challenges of growing up, the silly things you did, the difficult things you accomplished, the heartbreaks you survived. They also remind you of how quickly time passes. Planning reunions can be exhilarating and intimidating. Don't think it's too much! Your friends from your class and your friends at DHS will help!

Here are some tips to help you make them happen:

Planning the Reunion

First, gather a committee. The committee can share in making decisions and in doing the work.

Call Duchesne's Director of Alumni Engagement, Nancy (Rothermich) Kohl '78, at 636.757.6925 or e-mail nkohl@duchesne-hs.org to start the conversation re: a class list, what type of event you have in mind, if you hope to include a Mass, our alumni tour, the facilities we offer, etc. 

What Kind of Gathering?
Reunions can be formal or informal; they can be one event or several events spread over a weekend; they can include families or be limited to adults. Keep in mind that you will want to plan at least one event that will attract as many classmates as possible.

Possibilities: dinner, dance, picnic with games, golf/tennis outing, cocktail party, Mass or prayer service.

Where?

We strongly encourage you and your classmates to come back to where it all started -- at DHS!! Many classes have had their reunion in the PAC (Performing Arts Center, aka "the old gym") in the last few years. And all with great success. 

The photos below are an example of how things may look at your event. 

   

  

   

Some classes have a Mass celebrated prior to their reunion party. If your group has a priest who can do that for you, we welcome you to use the Duchesne chapel for your Mass, after which you can walk the halls to relive special memories and see how your alma mater has changed.

Cost?
Duchesne charges only $250 to use the PAC for your reunion. Some decorative items are available for loan. Student tech assistance is available for a small fee if you would like tunes from your time to be played at the party.