PotsdamAlumni.com [Index] - Welcome Class of 1977

Welcome Classes of 1977 & 1978:

Hello Sandstoner. Welcome to your alumni web site. The Potsdam High School graduating classes of 1977 & 1978 had thier their 30 year reunion last July. It was a great turnout. There are lots of pictures to share. Click here for a list of Photo Links. Go Sandstoners!

Posted by: Terri Saunders Nims on 04/22/2008

Thanks to all wo wrote letters to the BOE and/or Dr. Brady. Glad to see that they will recognize at least some of those who gave so much to the youth of Potsdam! Hope they could have the unveiling this summer when we celebrate my parents 50th anniversary and our whole family will be in town! That has not happened in 25 years!! What do you think Steve??? Thanks again to all who wrote letters! Terri :)

Posted by: Steve Greene on 03/12/2008

It is official...The "GILLETTE-SAUNDERS PHYSICAL EDUCATION COMPLEX" was voted on and approved by the PCS Board of Education. The whole wing will be dedicated to "Hal" and Louise. Any further developments such as an official unveiling will probably take place after the completion of the construction of the new gymnasium. Thanks to all who wrote letters, made phone calls, and made this dedication become a reality.

Posted by: Steve Greene on 02/02/2008

The first committe meeting for the naming of the New Gymnasium will be this coming Wednesday, 6th of February. Dr. Pat Brady will accept email letters at pbrady@potsdam.k12.ny.us

Posted by: Patty Phillips on 02/01/2008

Terri, I couldn't agree more. I just finished writing my letter to the Board supporting your parents in the naming of the gym along with Hal. Both your parents were such a huge part of my high school experience and continue to help me (through the lesson they've taught me)to support our son's in their athletic endeavors. Even though we live over five hunderd miles from P-dam, both our boys know very well who Jack and Louis Sanders are and what they meant to me (and my brothers and sisters). I continue to run into women my age, who didn't experience a tenth of the athletic opportunites that we had in northern New York. Thank you Louise - I am a better person for your tireless energy. I encourage each and everyone of you who's life has been touch by Jack and Louise to show there support and write the board a letter today!

Posted by: Terri ( Saunders) Nims on 01/31/2008

Thanks Bob for saving me many emails! I know I am a little biased on this subject, but I'm going to say my piece. I too believe that the new Gymnasium should be named the Gillette/Saunders Gym. Given that I grew up in the Saunders household, I know first hand how much my parents and Hal Gillette gave to the sports and fitness programs at PCS. Hal and my mom ran the Physical Education department at PCS together, to give students many different opportunities in fitness activities and fun! Not only did my mom start female sports programs at PCS, she was very instrumental in getting them started in Section 10. She also worked tirelessly at the state level to push title IX through to give female atheltes the beginnings of "equal playing field" such that it was in those days. There may not be as many sport teams for females today, if it were not for her many trips to Albany away from her family. Also her many hours of coaching , planning and organizing different sports seasons, playoffs and sectional championships should not be overlooked by the Potsdam community. Hal and my Dad coached different male sports for many seasons. They were also two of the first male coaches for female sports at PCS. I know that they enjoyed coaching both the boys and the girls. I hope that if you feel as we do (I'm speaking for my family now), you'll help out and contact the PCS school board and the High School to help honor these three dedicated individuals. Thanks for letting me speak. Terri

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Potsdam High School 30 year Reunion - July 19th - 22nd 2007

Schedule of Activities :

7/19 Thursday evening : Mixer
Maxfields
Informal get together for folks arriving early.
7/20 Friday 1pm-5pm : Golf
Potsdam Golf & Country Club
We are all playing for fun! Laid back 9 holes including cart. Marginal golfers welcome! Emphasis on participation not scores! (We are working on a reduced rate)
RSVP required
7/20 Friday 5pm : Barbecue
Potsdam Golf & Country Club
Families welcome. All are encouraged. DJ/karaoke fun! Chicken, dogs, burgers, etc. Costs to be less than $15/adult. (less for children)
RSVP required

7pm : “Teacher Roast/Recognition”
7/20 Friday 9pm : Mixer
Maxfields
Drink specials, DJ, karaoke, etc.
(Maxfields or Ton's take your pick)
7/20 Friday 9pm : Mixer
Ton's Sports Bar
(Maxfields or Ton's take your pick)
7/21 Saturday 10am-11am : PHS Guided Tour
Potsdam High School
Tour led by current Principal, Greg Jadlos. The School has changed quite a bit. (New wings, etc.) Come reminisce…
7/21 Saturday 12pm-4pm : Family Picnic
Pine Street Park
Volleyball, softball, Frisbee, etc. Bring your own food. Alcohol prohibited
7/21 Saturday Evening 6pm : Dinner
West Potsdam Fire Hall
$20 per person.
RSVP required
7/22 Sunday (Time and Place is TBD) : Brunch
For those still around…Stay tuned for details.
RSVP required

Accomodations

Accommodations are extremely limited. Clarkson Inn is offering a discounted price of $109/nite. Make accommodations a priority.

Optional Lodging
Clarkson University is renting dorm rooms. Please see accommodations details below.

Prices are: $27.50 per person / double occupancy; or $38.00 for a single
They supply the linens
They need two weeks notice
Can have access to the dining room for an extra charge
Contact is: Christina Lesyk, Tel: 315 268-6425

A Special Thanks...

to the reunion committee members for their time and effort in planning these events.

Class of 1977
Jim Corbett, Jim Mason, Sue Decker Collins, Karen Rowe Hitchman, Elaine Hurley Coffey, Laurie Hafer Thompson, Jennifer Jeffers Cavanaugh, Bob Benson, Kevin Sharlow

Class of 1978
Cheryl Plumb Ellis, Laurie Conroe Mousaw

Reunion Letter and Biographical Survey

Download Reunion Letter Here