Alumni Weekend 2026, April 23 – 25

Reunite with fellow Marksmen and Faculty for a weekend filled with events and experiences to remember.

Please select from the events below.

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Event Selection

Alumni Golf Tournament at Grapevine Golf Course

Registration, warm-up, and lunch begin at 11:45 a.m. Play commences with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m., and an awards reception will follow at 6 p.m. Pricing includes all course fees, lunch, and dinner. Space is limited.

Cost: $100 per person through April 1, $125 per person after April 1.

If you would like to attend the Alumni Golf Tournament and enjoy food and drinks but not play, the cost is $40 per person. Lunch and dinner will be included.

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:45 AM

Headmaster’s Welcome

The Alumni Board invites you to begin Friday on campus with a School update from Eugene McDermott Headmaster David W. Dini.

Registration and continental breakfast being at 8:30 a.m.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Alumni Chapel

Join the lower school boys (1st - 4th grade) for a special Alumni Chapel.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 9:45 AM

Alumni Class with Dr. Gabby Reed - From Counseling to the Marksman Wellness Center

Join Gabby Reed, Director of Marksman Wellness Center, as she speaks on how we provide a comprehensive suite of services that goes beyond traditional counseling. Our unique student support model targets the critical intersections between emotional health, academic success, and social skills using a multi-disciplinary approach that breaks down silos and creates a more supportive, responsive, and nurturing environment for boys.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Lunch on The Quad

Join students, alumni, and faculty members on the Perot Quadrangle for lunch. Use this time to walk around campus and catch up with classmates and faculty.

Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 12:55 p.m.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Golden Lions Reunion Luncheon

Our Golden Lions - alumni who have already celebrated their 50th Reunion - will enjoy a special lunch with the Headmaster and leadership from the Class of 2026.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 11:30 AM

Upper School Assembly with Dan Hunt ’96

A conversation with Dan Hunt ’96, President, FC Dallas and Co-Chairman, Dallas World Cup Organizing Committee.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Open Classes for Alumni (5th Period)

Attend one of the following three open classes, and observe current faculty and students in a regularly scheduled class. Selection will be made during "Step 3."

AP Economics
History & Social Sciences Chair David Fisher

English 9
Head of Upper School William Atkinson ’95

Life Science
Eugene McDermott Master Teaching Chair in Science John Mead

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:50 PM

Open Classes for Alumni (6th Period)

Attend one of the following three open classes, and observe current faculty and students in a regularly scheduled class. Selection will be made during "Step 3."

AP Chemistry
Cecil H. and Ida Green Master Teaching Chair Ken Owens ’89

English 10
Malcolm K. and Minda Brachman Master Teaching Chair Martin Stegemoeller

History of American Society
Upper School History Teacher David Baker

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 2:40 PM

Spring Alumni Dinner

Alumni and their adult guest are invited to attend the 28th annual Spring Alumni Dinner.

The Alumni Board will recognize the faculty finalists for the Ralph B. Rogers Alumni Award and honor the following recipients:

Young Alumni Service Citation - Jordan Dyslin ’11
Alumni Service Medal - David Ackerman ’89

Retiring faculty and staff members David Cox, Don Denman, Jan Forrester, Alicia Muratalla, Laura Pigg, and Sherry Yates will be honored guests.

Cocktails at 6 p.m. The dinner & program commence at 7 p.m. Business attire is recommended. We will attempt to have alumni and their guests seated with members of their class or others upon request.

Cost: $50 per person through April 1, $75 per person after April 1.

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Alumni Board Meeting

Join the Alumni Board for their final meeting of the year.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Family Cookout, Tours, & Activities

Marksmen and their families are invited to enjoy lunch and a variety of family-friendly activities on the Perot Quadrangle with bounce houses and music provided by Korey Mack ’00.

Campus Tours
Provided by students in Lion & Sword

Planetarium Shows in the Winn Science Center
Experience the capabilities and programs available in the planetarium with Michael Lane, Leonard N. “Doc” Nelson Alumni Master Teaching Chair. Shows begin every 30 minutes, starting at noon. Children first grade and older, please.

Interactive Makerspace Demonstrations in the Winn Science Center
Explore the possibilities available to Marksmen in the Addy Family Makerspace and Mosle Family Engineering Shop. Markerspace Director Stewart Mayer will lead interactive demonstrations of the makerspace industry-grade tools, from laser cutters to 3D printers. Learn more about how Marksmen are combining computer science, physics, math, and even art to turn their dreams into reality.

Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Class of 1966 - 60th Reunion Dinner

At the home of Kathleen & Bob Rozelle ’66
4206 Shorecrest Drive
Dallas, TX 75209

Cost: Complimentary ~ Adults only