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Robert Suttie (1988)

No drama.  It’s at the school.  Go if you want (or not). It’s a great chance to spend some time at the school.  Read both Facebook pages and you decide which one  (or both) you want to go to.  The whining needs to stop. Here’s the link to the other group https://www.facebook.com/groups/353181428606620/?ref=share  (to balance the prom event promo above)  seriously people, we’re all adults with better things to do than complain about this stuff.

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

English: 101

The definition of a Prom is: a Formal Dance held by a High School at the end of an academic year, typically in their senior year...(for some us that was 50 years ago!!!)

The definition of an Adult Gala: a social occassion with special entertainments or performances... of which we are providing ( elegantly casual no black tie)

Billy Villano

GLENFOREST 50TH REUNION - TOGETHER AGAIN - Update

June 1, 2019 at Glenforest Secondary School starting at noon and ending around 10 PM.  The cost for this event is FREE!!!  There will be NO Admission or registration fees.  The only purchases, if you choose, will be for food, drinks, swag and anything you may bid on during the 'Silent Auction'.   Pizza $5, Sandwiches $5, Beer $5, Wine $5.   T Shirts will be on sale for $20, hoodies for $45 and Water Bottles for $15.  All can be purchased on the day or you can go to the Glenforest Website and purchase with Cash On Line.

During the day we will have Opening Ceremonies, Music, Open Mic, Cash Bar, Prizes, Silent Auction and a pickup Basketball Games.

Come walk the halls, visit with your classmates and relive those glory days at Glenforest.  Feel free to join Facebook Site Glenforest 50th Reunion - Together Again.

Looking forward to seeing you all at Glenforest on June 1st.

Janet Black (Niskanen) (1973)

I think that people have to remember that the school originally said the reunion was a go and then renaged and said it could not happen.

That is when the Gala came into effect. Then the school said yes it could happen. At one time  the school planned events were to end at 5  when the Gala started, I remember they even said free drinks. I am one that bought a Gala ticket as I wanted something to commemorate 50 years, now that the school is having something I will go during the afternoon, and will be sad to miss those not attending the Gala but  are at the school after 5.

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

Several Gala ticket holders have expressed their genuine concerns regarding the unfortunate circumstances in the planning of Glenforest's 50th due to the school's on & off again availability. The overlapping of evening events has left them confused & still very disappointed to know Alumni will be divided for the evening portion. Our team has discussed their concerns at great length with empathy as we too were disappointed that a mutual compromise in the scheduling of events could not be brought to fruition. 

Therefore, we have unanimously decided to rearrange our Gala itinerary to provide the following optional solution to continue chatting, reconnect with your past school chums, meet face to face with your new FaceBook friends & REUNITE Glenforest's Alumni all in 1 room!!!

We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who would like to join us for a Deluxe Cash Bar, free Tea, Coffee, water & cold nonalcoholic beverages as well as our Gala Silent Auction after 9:00 pm to dance to a professional DJ if the music motivates you!!!
 
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019
Venue: Le Treport, 1075 Queensway East, Mississauga, L4Y 4C8
Cover Charge: prepaid $20 per person via on-line banking to gss50th@gmail.com 
Dress Code: please no jeans

Paul Gordon (1976)

At the 40th Reunion there was a DJ in the large gym and it was empty.  Everyone was outside talking becasue the DJ was to loud to talk to each other and catch up.  

Ron Carruthers (1976)

In response to Pam Murphy (Wiggins) 1971 post of 05/14/19 #172 the last comment added was PLEASE NO JEANS... I left GFSS in June 1972 because my parents had this bright idea to move us back to Prince Edward Island (in hindsight bad move) & the "no jeans" comment made me laugh. The denim jeans years was a real problem for teachers at GFSS during tenure 1969-1972. I mean nobody wore or possessed "NEW" jeans. The style was the rattiest, torn, repatched jeans you could ever imagine. Jeans that were literally falling apart at the seams. But the denimized students had to take a stand for what they believed "their rights" were. As silly as this may seem today, this would have been one of the first "life lessons" for some students (& some very quiet shy students) speaking up, stepping forward & voicing concern against authority & the establishment. Over my years I have come to realize that many essiential school lessons were learned not from textbooks nor measured by tests results but by an everyday participation in "school life". Thank-you GFSS, all schools & all teachers for those life lessons.... Congratulations GFSS on your 50th year anniversary.  (Ron)

Brian Kolman (1992)

Karl J. R. Gleason (1980)

Hey Brian as an Assistant to the Fire Marshal, I am courious as to your post.  The Ontario Fire Code O.Reg. 213/07 makes no reference to time as you have indicated.  Would you be able to expand on that, I would like to know the reference.

Janet Black (Niskanen) (1973)

Brian Kolman, The Gala is sold out. They are not looking to add sales. I believe their intention is to invite people who may wish to visit with friends attending the Gala. As of Jan 1, 2019 the Gala was the ONLY event planned. The school event was added after the school decided they could have it around the construction. The school originally said their event would end when the Gala started. The people who planned the Gala were originally working with the school last fall to hold the reunion at the school. When the school said due to construction they could not hold a reunion, the Gala organizers ran out and booked a hall so that something could be planned to commemorate the 50th! 

Andrew Adamczak (1974)

I have been reading and seeing all the negativity regarding the upcoming reunion.                                        Firstly Hats off the the organizers,  You have gone out of your way and put in countless hours to bring this Reunion to fruition.  You have all worked hard at this event and have had constants barriers jump in front of you.  Thank you for all you have done.                                                                                                         Secondly to those that have nothing better to do than complain about the organization of the event,  None of you have stepped forward to assist in the organization, yet you are the cronic complainers,   To all that have complained and found fault, you should be thankful to those that have worked hard and have taken the time from their faimlies to make this opportunity available to us.  The events happening in 2 venues may not be ideal, however we now have an opportunity to get together and meet up with old friends at either , of both of the venues,  those that are attending I am sure will find a way to meet up with people and make the best of the available situation.                                                                                                                                         Thanks again to all the organizers for giving us this chance.

Karl J. R. Gleason (1980)

Brian Kolman (1992)

Billy Villano

Brian thank you for your kind words.  The Glenforest 50th Reunion - Together Again Committee, are working with Glenforest's Prinicpal, Administration and Staff with the one main purpose: For all the alumni to come and have a great time.  See you there.

Peter John Allen (1972)

Karl J. R. Gleason (1980)

Thanks Brian,

Yes you are correct the occupancy is calculated based on a few different factors but regardless, the maximum occupancy must be predominantly posted and not exceeded.  The venue would be responsible for monitoring tp prevent the occupancy being exceeded.   As for the sprinkler comment, you have been watching to many movies,  that is no where near being correct and in fact a violation and tampering with a life safety system.

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

“AWW YEAH”... we had a very successful meeting at Le Tréport on Saturday with the Manager & we have some great news to share... the hall we have booked at the actually holds minimum 225 to 360 max... we don’t have to give them our numbers until the end of the month so tickets are back on sale!!! This will be your last chance to purchase a Gala Dinner ticket for $90 per person or a discounted table for 10 at $800 or just pay a cover charge of $20 to join us to REUNITE with your friends to socialize after a full day of events!!! Payments can be made online banking to gss50th@gmail.com it is just that simple... Dinner tickets will NOT be sold at the door!!! For your convenience there is an ATM in the lobby... Hope to see you there!!!

Billy Villano

GLENFOREST 50TH REUNION - TOGETHER AGAIN 

NO Entry Fee / NO Registration Fee

Prior to the event you can go to the Glenforest Website

and use CASH ON LINE to purchase the following:

Pizza, Sandwiches, Beer and Wine $5.00 each

Hoodies $45.00 / T Shirts $20.00 / Water Bottles $15.00

During the Reunion On June 1st there are three methods of payment:

Cash, Cheque or Cash On Line

Food, Drinks, Hoodies, T Shirts, Water Bottles

Note:  Alumni can use the computers and Printer

in the Library to use Cash On Line.

At any time when using Cash On Line you must print an invoice

and present it on the day as your proof of purchase.

Also,  any one winning a bid in the Silent Auction

can only pay by Cash or Cheque

Elaine Saunders (Smyth) (1979)

Hello All, I had hoped to attend the reunion but, unfortunately, I am unable.  I married Peter Smyth (1978).  I graduated in 1979 but neither of us seem to be listed.  It would have been great to see you all.  My contact information is relainesmyth@gmail.com if anyone wishes to reach out.  I've already connected with a few of you which has been fantastic. I'm still living in Mississauga!!   Wishing you all the best.  Sincerely, Elaine Smyth (Saunders).

Glen Forest (1981)

Hi Elaine & Others,

Elaine, you now have a profile on this site or you would not be able to post.  If your husband wants a page, he should request a profile as you did.  All alumni are welcome on this page.  Once you are registered, you can send private messages to anyone else on this page.  Enjoy!

Barbara - Site Admin

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

Billy Villano

GLENFOREST 50TH REUNION - TOGETHER AGAIN

FINAL THOUGHTS

FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERY ONE OF THE GLENFOREST 50TH REUNION TOGETHER AGAIN COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR ALL THE HARD WORK TO MAKE THIS EVENT A SUCCESS.

SECOND I WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF YOU WHO ATTENDED AND HAD A GREAT TIME.

I WAS SAYING TO DAVE JOHNSTON, WHO CO-CHAIRED THE COMMITTEE, THAT ALL THE TIME AND HARD WORK WE DID THESE LAST FEW MONTH WAS SO WELL WORTH IT.

OUR ONE MAIN GOAL, AND I THINK WE ACCOMPLISHED IT WAS THAT WE WANTED ALL THE ALUMNI TO COME AND JUST HAVE A FUN DAY AND NIGHT.

ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU ALL, AND GOD BLESS!!

VILLANO OUT

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

Pam Murphy (Wiggins) (1971)

I would like to personally thank Barbara Prokopiw Manchur for diligently working behind the scenes on the task of ensuring that the digital Yearbooks were downloaded and available for those of us who wanted one in time for the 50Th Celebration events!!!

Glen Forest (1981)

Thanks Pam!  I am currently trying to figure out if I can continue to sell the pdf versions through this site.  I will post again if it works out.  Glad both events were a smashing success!!!  Post pics here too by clicking on the 50th Anniversary tab on the left. Then click on Add / Edit. Not everyone is on Facebook.  All alumni are welcome to have a profile here too! Under the tab "How to use this site" you will see instructions to join!