For the Class of 1990, senior year at LC held unforgettable moments as the school celebrated its 75^th anniversary. Even Senior Commencement speaker Lee Guzofski found meaning in forming memories from the year’s events. Read an excerpt from Lee’s speech and recall your own memories with these photos from 1989–90.

 

Town meeting — October 24

The first town meeting of the year proposed what the LOG described as “a highly controversial Honor Roll” to recognize academic achievement.

A Christmas Carol — December 12

Headmaster John Ratté performed the annual reading of Dicken's A Christmas Carol with a twist: Victorian costume and props.

The Winter Musical — February 14–17

The NEO production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum was so successful that an extra matinee performance was added to the show's run. 

Fireworks — May 11

The 75th anniversary party included a grand fireworks show over the Meadows. Alumni, parents, students, faculty, and staff attended. 

Balloon Rides — May 24 

Ice cream and hot air balloon rides over the football field were featured at a surprise celebration during a third period all-school free. 

Commencement — June 8

Senior Lee Guzofski delivered his Commencement Address titled, “The Best Mirror: A Reflection on Four Years.” Read an excerpt below. 

“My favorite memory of Loomis Chaffee is of the 75th anniversary celebration that took place not so long ago. The camaraderie, the friendship, the love present that day were as spectacular and as beautiful as any of the fireworks that lit up that night. I recall the dance floor, jammed with Loomis Chaffee students of past, present, and even some potential future students. They were all celebrating the common bond that brought them all together and made them what they are now. They were celebrating the school and each other and, in so doing, were celebrating themselves. I also have a vivid recollection of the gentleman who graduated in the 1920’s, walking by himself in the parade of classes, proudly displaying the banner of his graduation year. He was not walking alone. He had, in his heart, and walking beside him, all of his classmates and all of the memories they shared. Nothing can ever strip him, or us, of those memories.” Lee Guzofski ’90