Come and fill in the guest book and leave a note for your former classmates and staff to read. 


 
  Nguyen
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Hello all, I'm an old student from woodroffe.  I was planning to come for the reuion but the tick are so much and can't affort it :)  . Hope you all have a good time!!

 

Nguyen
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  Caroline Belfoi
Monday, June 28, 2010
Great time had! Thanks for all the work that went into this .. It was great to connect with all those all friends...
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  Judy Hitsman
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Sorry I missed it.
Hope a few people looked me up.
I didnt see anyone I know well on the Guest List....
My sister had a great time though.
Be well, all....
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  Marsha Jones Hamilton
Monday, June 14, 2010
I would like to thank the reunion organizing committee for doing a fantastic job.  My husband and I had a great time.  Thanks again for a job well done. Marsha 
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  Phyllis Davis
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
My husband John and I had a wonderful time at the 50th reunion.  The organizers and volunteers did a fantastic job and the whole weekend was very memorable. 

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  David Lyon
Saturday, June 5, 2010
We would like to thank Dymon Storage for supplying a large truck and a driver at no charge, to pick up and return all the crowd control barriers required for the reunion.

Thanks Brent
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  Astrid Kaulbars (Titus)
Saturday, June 5, 2010
I was not able to attend the reunion, but my friends tell me it was a huge success.  Followed the website to see who was attending.  Hope you keep it up for a while.
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  Leanne Stuart Pupchek
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Thank you, organizers, for a great event! I am so impressed and grateful for your hard work.  I look foreward to the next reunion when I'm 80. I still expect to do the Time Warp -- again!
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  Anne Renwick ( Cushing )
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
What a great weekend! Everything was wonderful. Would  like to have seen a few  more teachers but couldn't  catch up with them. Sounds like F874Driday was the best night to hook up with people. We will know next time.
I was amazed at the food service and it's quality. AJ'S you were above and beyond. Hats off. All of you that pull this great event are wonderful and I hope that you are putting your feet up this week. Woody's current students were polite and VERY helpful. Glad to see that Woodroff is still a high standard school.
Hope to be around for the next one. Thank you again for a great weekend
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  Doug Matatall
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
I would also like to extend my congratulations to the Woodroffe Reunion Committee for their excellence in planning, organizing and coordinating this event.  Very well done!  It was an unbelievable success!  I am sure it exceeded everyone's expectations - pub night was fantastic, Saturdays dinner / dance was a highlight and the food - what can one say, it was just great.  Please extend my thanks and appreciation to everyone on the committee for a job well done.

The opportunity to rekindle old ties with people who at one point in time were very much part of your life.....and still are, should  not be forgotten.  It is sad that it takes an event like this in order to have an excuse to connect with old friends.  Life is just too short and we should not wait another 25 years....what is wrong with having another reunion in 10 years.  You now have an excellent data base of names, contacts, logistics and so on.....I know even more would attend the next event. The word is out.

Again, congratulations and thanks!
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  Linda Saslove
Wednesday, June 2, 2010

I had a nice time on Saturday (day) of the reunion and was thrilled to re-connect with Diane Brottman, who btw looks better now than in high school, Rob Relyea, Jill Curd, Bob Stark, Ruth Reyno, Gary Harris etc.  It was so much fun.  Only wish the decades rooms didn't close at 3 p.m.  Also, I did not see one teacher.  Apparently, my teachers Schlemmer, Norman, Ault etc. had been at the Friday night pub (which I missed).  I have been told that FRIDAY was the best night to attend  the reunion.  I wish I would have known that.  Not too many from my year went Saturday night.  In fact, one person who had bought a ticket decided not to go, since she didn't know anyone else going.  Thank goodness weather was superb.
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  Glen McWilliams
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Organizing committee
I can't thank you enough, an absolute fantastic job,  To stimulate memories, the return of near lost memories of great times shared with great people.  To provide the opportunity to thank some of the teachers that built the  strength ofcharacter to take on new challenges.  To my teachers who were unable to attend, you were missed and I thank you,. A common theme of the conversations was how lucky we were to have been mentored by enthusiastic teachers.

A special thanks to the organizers of the 60's room, it triggered a lot of happy memories.
Cheers
Glen McWilliams
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  Kathy (Oliver) Parsons
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
It was a real pleasure to attend the reunion on Friday night. The weather was out of this world. How great it was to re connect with some of those I spent my high school years with. Finding out how well they had done makes you feel (we were a great generation). I do not think I will be around for the 75th but you never know. All the best to those who did attend. It was worth it.
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  Arlene Cross Salmon
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Kudos and hats off to all the committee and volunteers who made the Woodroffe High School 50th Reunion an event to remember.

It was great to renew friendships and to reminisce. Had a wonderful time.

Thanks again organizers, you did a great job!
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  Carolyn Grenier Holmes
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Congratulations to the Committee for organizing a fantastic reunion and for all your hard work!  And thanks to all who attended!  I didn't see as much from my '80s years as I would have liked, but I had the pleasure of meeting some great new people from all the decades.

Kudos to all the current students who helped out!  It was great to sit with some of you and chat about the school!

Had a great time also chatting with my old (or not so old?) teachers and I cried when Mr. Manley conducted the alumni band (wish I had remembered enough of the clarinet to join in..).  Mr. Roche, Mr. Brake, Mr. Katic - it was great to see you all again!
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  Susan MacIntyre Usherwood
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Thanks to all who attended this special event and took time to share memories and laughs with old friends.  Seeing everyone enjoying themseves  was a fantastic reward for the 2 years that we, the committee spent planning the reunion.
I hope everyone who attended had as much fun as I did! 
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  Jim Duval
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
I would certainly like to thank the committee for all the work they did in putting on this great event.  I can't immagine how many hours went into this.  I had a fantastic time both at pub night and at the dinner/dance.  Great seeing friends from the 60's.  Food and the band were wonderful.  Hope to fly back from Vancouver for the next reunion.
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  Nancy Brownrigg
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Thank you, thank you, thank  you to the organizing committee for giving us such a terrific weekend.  Wouldn't have missed it for the world and I am sorry I actually missed seeing a few people on Friday (I was there), glad I found a few more on Saturday,  and not enough time to talk to everyone even over two nights!  For those of you who couldn't make it, I hope we see you at the next one!
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  Cathy Wright (Wright-Cadieux)
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
A huge thank you to the organizing committee on a fabulous 50th reunion celebration. It was wonderful to reconnect with old friends and teachers. Everything, from the food to the entertainment, to the "big top" was A-1. Congratulations on a tremendous job.
Until next time...
Cathy
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  Patricia Rose
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
I want to say thank you to all the volunteers who worked behind the scenes and who put in so much time and effort in organizing this event, and to all the volunteers who were on site on Friday and Saturday both days and nights who helped keep things running smoothly for us. Thank you, thank you, thank you.  It was awesome.

It was so great to see so many of my former classmates.  We may be getting older but the alternative is too depressing to think about.  Besides I think we all look pretty d@mn good.

To those of you who have lost love ones who went to Woody, my heart goes out to you.  When I read the "In Memoriam" I reliaze we lost too many, too soon, who were too young.

For many of us the next reunion if in 25 years might prove to be a bit of a challenge - but hey who's not up for a good challenge.

I would really like to stay in touch with as many as my reunion mates as possible.  Hopefully this site will stay up for awhile and we'll be able to stay "connected".

Love sincerely, live happily, laugh often.  Best wishes to all.

Patricia Rose :)
Graduating Class of  '72
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  Bob Salmon
Monday, May 31, 2010
Congratulations to the organizing committee for a great weekend. I enjoyed all of the events, but especially reuniting with the students from the 60's and the great guys on the cross country teams from those years.
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  Rhonda Malomet
Monday, May 31, 2010
This weekend was certainly special and irrepalceable. The highlight for me of course was going to "band practice" for the first time in 34 years. When Mr. Manley came out, those of us who had him as Band Leader in the 70s gave him a standing ovation. We were the best back then!  and he hadn't lost his magic touch. I felt so overwhelmed to sit on the same stage that we had played on for concerts  and commencements. It felt like yesterday, even if some of our embouchures and technique were a bit rusty.

*Thank-you Ruth Merkel for orchestrating Woody's version of Mr. Holland's opus and answering my many e-mails about the music--I finally got it.

*Thanks to the young musicians who accompanied us. You're as good as we were back then!  Thank-you too Mr. Milne for being there. It was so nice to see you too!.

*Mr. Pointen burned up the dance floor (see below) and  got on his dance card to do the twist. Yeah baby yeah!

*Thanks to Carmen Rush who organized the 70s room! A Carmen. Thanks to all the other organziers, you put together a well thought out event, with something for everyone
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  Kim Valberg
Monday, May 31, 2010
To Brenda, Nancy and the organizing committee

Thank you for an amazing weekend. It was perfect.  My smile muscles are still hurting from all the laughter and the stories.  The Class of 76 had a great time.

Regards,
Kim Valberg
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  David Usherwood
Monday, May 31, 2010
Hat off to the organizing committee.  The 50th was a once in life time opportunity that if you missed it, it cannot be repeated.  Am planning on attending the 75th but father time will determine that evetually.  Again thanks to all of you guys and gals back east for your hard work.

Regards
Dave Usherwood - Class of 64
Cochrane AB
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  Linda Grenier
Monday, May 31, 2010
Thank you to everyone who put together this fantastic weekend!

The food was awesome and the entertainment stellar.  You should all be very proud of this event!

I hope at the 75th, there will be more people from the 80's.  It was pretty lonely for the ones that came.

I am glad to have seen the friends I knew and happier yet to have made acquaintance with those I have just met this weekend.

May your life be filled wit happiness and may you be lucky enough to notice.

Love,
Linda
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  Marie Lunney
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Great reunion weekend. Wish I had run into more friends and teachers.  I guess I should have attended the pub night. I enjoyed meeting Mr. Pointen, who hasn't changed a bit. One of my fondest memories of high school was the Grade 11 trip to Greece...still trying to get back there, but this time with a much better camera. If you attended and wish to get in touch, please email me. Thanks!
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  Joey Wilson
Sunday, May 30, 2010
I am so sad to have missed the reunion, especially when I see how many of my old friends attended.Friends, please send me a quick hello if you see this message, I would love to be in touch.I hope you are all well and had a great weekend.Cheers, Joey 
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  Bruce Brown
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Wasn"t that an awesome weekend. Great friends, cold beer and great food. Thank you committee for your great  work. You people should be very proud, any idea how many attended? Please leave this site up for awhile
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  Sue Robertson Deschamps
Sunday, May 30, 2010
What an incredible weekend! The reunion was a huge success - and it was so great to see so many people. Fabulous food & great music. I think besides seeing all my old friends. one of  the highlites for me was dancing to AC DC "Thunderstruck " with Mr. Pointen!
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  Linda Ziegler (Bradley)
Sunday, May 30, 2010
I had a good time on Saturday night but I found out the Pub night was the one to attend to meet old school mates.  The meal from AJ's was great.  Hope to be around for the 60th
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  Susan Bradley
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Had a great time last night.  I was disappointed that I did not see more or my school mates.  I was told most went to pub night.  Wish you all well.
WOODROFFE ROCKS!!
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  Trish Morgan
Saturday, May 29, 2010

The Reunion was a great success--  I would like to thank each and every one of you who worked on the Reunion Committee and each and every one of the attendees-- staff and students 1960-2010.  It was so much fun! 

The Tiger Spirit roared.

One current student reminded me she would be 41 years old at the 75th in 2035.  I didn't even think of my age in 2035.--

Good Health and Good Fortune to you all in this Year of the Tiger.
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  Brian Mac Millan
Saturday, May 29, 2010
A hearty congratulations to Woody's Reunion Committee.

As a one year student  (61-62) before being shipped off to Bell with many others to finish our secondary education---I thoroghly enjoyed last evening.

A JOB WELL DONE

Brian Mac Millan   Chair Bell High 50th
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  John Graham
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Class of 74

I'm enjoying Florida but wishing I was up there this weekend for the reunion. Hope everyone has a great time. Looking through the lists of teachers and student's on this site brings back a lot of memories. Sad to see the teachers and students who have passed on.  This site does bring back a lot of memories. Thanks for putting it together.
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  Dave Reeve
Friday, May 28, 2010
Sorry i missed the reunion. I still live in Florida, have been here since 92. Love it here. For those people where our  paths have crossed in the past I hope your healthy and wealthy.

Remember that life is too short so live each day to the fullest!

Dave Reeve
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  Colin Edwards
Friday, May 28, 2010
I  remember the Mooner at nooner.....Grad 64 &  on the 25th...........Any one still around for a mooner on the 50 th...ha ha lol, just a thought..
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  ken sheehan
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Congratulations to all those attending from the classes of 1964 and 1965.  I am living in Alberta and am unable to attend.A surprise visitor by the name of Doug Seabrook arrived on tuesday and stayed for three days-it was a delight to enjoy his company after 23 years.
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  Tony Garnett
Thursday, May 27, 2010
I likely won't make the reunion but I want to say hi to those in the classes of 68/69 who may remember me, the quiet, long haired guy, who rode a motorcycle, played in a rock band and spent precious little time actually paying attention in class.
Best wishes to you all
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  Kathy (Goodall) Macalister
Thursday, May 27, 2010
12E Class of 1966 - sorry I can't be at this event but my son Evan is graduating from Grade 12 on Sat.  My daughter Emily is at SFU but presently travelling in SE Asia.  I'm one of those "mature mothers" having kids at age 40 and 44 . . . too busy travelling the world in my 20s and 30s (Australia, NZ, UK, Europe, overland to Katmandu, etc.).  Settled in Whistler, BC since 1974 and married in 1985 to Don from Edmonton (yes, we survived the 2010 Olympics).  Love to hear from friends I've lost contact with: Lynda Harrison. Penny Riddell and Joanne Appleby or anyone else who remembers me.  My friends Ron & Heather (Duncan) Cairns will be at the reunion as well as my brother Richard Goodall.  I'm flying to Ottawa June 24 for my nephew's wedding so could maybe meet up with you the following week  . . . Have an awesome time this w/end and can't wait to see pics. 
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  Johanne Korte
Thursday, May 27, 2010
 OMG, would I love to be with you all at Woody but my youngest (of 4) graduates himself from high school this weekend in Vancouver. Crazy tradition here of having parents go to the formal! Would love to hear from one and all and share what ,for me, were great memories...have  a fantastic weekend guys!
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  Julie Orlik Fine
Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Last minute but am going to make Friday night and hope to see all my old buddies from 74/75 and of course D Roy Kennedy.... can't wait for the pub.
Cheers,
Julie
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  Anne Baetz Nares
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Greetings! Have a wonderful weekend celebration! I am sorry that I won't be attending, but my thoughts will be with you. I must say that every time I hear "Here Comes the Sun" or "Wooden Ships", I am transported back to the Woodroffe stage and filled with reverie about my high school years. Thank you, Susan, and many more involved, in helping to recognize this special time in our lives. No doubt it will be a terrific reunion.Cheers to all! Anne
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  Evangeline Litsa Mourelatos
Friday, May 21, 2010
I wish I could be attending this reunion but live far away - in Athens, Greece - and am at the busiest time of the semester.
I wish all my old friends and acquaintances from Woodroffe (class of '78 particularly) a wonderful reunion. 
Be well and happy.... Litsa
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  Blonde Bomber / White Tornado
Friday, May 21, 2010

Hi to my fellow Woodroffe mates.  I'm looking forward to this reunion.  It's hard to believe that Woodroffe has been around for 50 years.  It's harder yet to believe that I left there almost 38 years ago.  Where has the time gone?  In my mind I still see myself as 18 - I do have a great imagination. I guess the good news about getting old, is not dying young, as so many of our fellow classmates have, it also means that the rest of you are getting old too. Since my hair is still platinum blond/white (as it was back in the 70’s) I’m sure I’ll now have lots of company (lol).

 I was at the 25th reunion, and I couldn’t pass up coming to this one, even if for only part of the weekend. The next one may be a little more difficult to attend as I plan on moving out to B.C. next year. I’m really looking forward to seeing former classmates, friends and teachers. It will be interesting to see if all the “clicks” have remained in tact, or if they’ll pick up where they left off. Meow!! (lol).
 
See you at the reunion.
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  mark
Friday, May 21, 2010
Aren't you supposed to post pictures of yourself from high school as opposed to what you look like now? Unless you just don't want to shock us all at the reunion by how much you've aged!!? LOL
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  Trish Morgan
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Watson Lake -- Student Trip -- May 1973

Plan to meet in the Library at 9pm on Friday night-- our gift from Watson Lake still hangs in the library.--- Remember  --Johnny Friend-- the plane trip-- the camping!!-- check out the 70s photo albums  on this website to refresh ypur memory.
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  Lise Chabot
Thursday, May 20, 2010

Had a blast while I was there and met some pretty great teachers!!
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  azael
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Why post a picture of yourself showcasing the fact that you still don't have a chin????
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  Ed Z
Thursday, May 20, 2010
It's going to be a fun weekend sharing stories, laughs, and memories.  Hey folks attending from 71 - 76, bring your favorite pictures on your USB key and I'll put them all together on DVD's or a website for sharing.

I can't wait.

Ed Z
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  fred crossan
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
 it will be interesting to see how everyone made out after the wild days at woody high
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  Rod Chambers
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
 Wasn't sure I could make it. Comin' fer sure now. Wouldn't miss it.60's on 6 rocks!
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  Mollie Pearce McKibbon
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
 Can't wait to see everyone!  
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  Ric Sarabia
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
I remember concerts at the Ottawa Civic Centre where Harry, Kevin, Ziff and I saw Alice Cooper, Queen, KISS, Gentle Giant, Genesis, Supertramp and dozens more all for less than $6/ticket.  Good times.

Sorry I can't make the reunion - I have tickets to see Miike Snow in Los Angeles that weekend.  Have fun!
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  John
Monday, May 17, 2010
We are bummed about missing this reunion but
our daughter is expecting THAT weekend.  Since we live in B. C. now, it is just too difficult travelling
with another grandchild due.  Any other time and we'd be there with bells on.
Wish we were there
Gail & John
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  Jamie Sproule
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
It's been a long way round. Looking forward to to seeing you'all end of May
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  Scott Mackenzie
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
J.B. !!

You weren't the only one in class of '65...haha

I'm looking forward to this...scott
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  J.B. Harrison
Monday, May 10, 2010
I was class of 65.  Anyone know what happened to Mrs. Dixon -- English / home room
Understand Mrs Salmon (Math) will attend - I'd love to see her.  She was always concerned I worked too harrd (for $$) and that I shoulod enjoy my youth. 
Mr Cyze will also be attending -- great teacher. and lots of fun to boot!
Mr. MacDonald -- Chemistry,  Mr Fraser -- Physics.
Funny how you can only remember the names of the really good  teachers -- the one who left their mark.
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  Trish Morgan
Sunday, May 9, 2010

Woody Staff at the Reunion

 

The following Woody staff  have registered for the reunion as of May 7, 2010.  The Staff will attend a private function from 5pm to 7pm on Friday May 28 in the school library.
There will be an Assembly for 7pm – 8pm. The library will be open to students and staff to  be used as a meet and greet area from 7pm until 10pm. 

 

On Saturday May 29, the library will be open to students and staff to  be used as a meet and greet area from 10am to 3pm.

 

 

Ager

Barry

Allan

Frank

Atack

Margaret 

Ault

Murray

Baker

Bob Ruth

Barnes (Goldstrom)

Kathleen

Beck

Ross

Berry

Barb

Blaine

Gloria A.

Bowen-Willer

Donna

Brun del Re

Claude

Chambers

Rebecca

Clements

Diane

Cory

Jean

Cory

Jocelyne

Cousineau

Renald

Cross

Miss  Arlene (Salmon)

Cyze

Michael

Douglas

Cassandra

Ducharme

Julie

Erlandson

Bob

Fergus

Peter

Gardner

James C.

Hensel

Arlene

Hockley

Shelagh

Hollingsworth

Doug

Hubbard

M. Christine

Hum

James

Jackman

Edward

Jacobson

Wendy

Jamieson

Brenda

Jamieson

Ken

Kammersgaard

Kurt

King

Birdie

King

Richard

Kingsbury

Joy

Lairson

Jaden

Laporte

Darlene

Lazear

Ann

Lee

Helen

Livesley

Mr. Jack P.

Lloyd

Berna

MacDonald

D. Ian 

MacDonald

Sue-Jane

MacNinch

Larry

Manley

Peter

Marshall

 
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  Anne Cushing ( Renwick)
Saturday, May 8, 2010
We are looking forward to the reunion. I noticed the name Susan Murray on the list of who is coming. Could this be the Susan whose Mother made the best dill pickles in the world? If so please e-mail so we can meet up for a visit.
Noticed Dave Woods name as well. Brother to Bruce & John? Where are they now? How about Flora Oikle? Saw that her brother passed away would love to see her too!
Anne
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  dora boukouris
Friday, May 7, 2010
ANYONE I KNOW GOING TO THE SATURDAY DAY TIME EVENTS????

would love to see some familiar faces,
no worries, i WILL recongnize you, no promises on names though. LOL

..and NO we are not getting old. :)

see you all soon,
Dora
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  Sue Andersen (Cull)
Friday, May 7, 2010
Looking forward to seeing my friends, the one's I've stayed in touch with but dont see often enough and the ones I havent seen for so long.
Can't wait.
Sue
xo
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  Geof Botting
Friday, May 7, 2010
Looking forward to the reunion.  I was a student from 1968 - 1972 and Vice-Principals from 1993-1997.  Two very different perspectives. Hope to see old friends from both times.
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  Debby Couvrette
Thursday, May 6, 2010
With the reunion not far off, I have been thinking about my days at Woodroffe High.  While I did not perform that well academically, I think I excelled socially and I'm looking forward to seeing my former classmates.  My fondest memories include lunches at Peter's Pantry and El Toro, parties at the creek, the football and hockey games, and many great parties.   I had a wonderful time at the 25th reunion, and I know that this one will be just as great.  Thanks to the committee for all your hard work.    
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  Al Albania
Thursday, May 6, 2010
1960 seems like just the other day.
Woodroffe was in the middle of a field. Only the main road in was free of sticky mud (as the smokers would remember) It was the best of times. Mr Merkley and Mr McGilvery were the always attentive supreme commanders that kept us all from trouble and yes taught us in the process. I hope to attend at least on Friday but maybe on Sunday too if there are enough of my chums there to meet and greet. I look forward to catching up with all my friends
Al Albania 1960-1962 
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  Despina Boukouris
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
hey, I always wondered when this would happen, but I dont seem to recognize anyone who is going, if  you know me and are going , please contact me..
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  Mary Ojczyk
Monday, May 3, 2010
 Thank you to Diane Roy who let me know of this anniversary -- but after the first excitement and anticipation, I will be missing this as luck would have it, conflicting events

A reminescent hello to the volleyball and basketball team members from '62-67!  those early morning practices still remind my body to groan -- even after all these years

I would enjoy hearing from classmates --
drop me a line!

enjoy the anniversary ...
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  jennifer rothwell
Monday, May 3, 2010
hi to all former Woodroffe-ites.  VERY much looking forward to reunion......have NEVER been back for one and considering I graduated in 1965 (although really belonging to class of 64)....that is a REALLY !!!long time.   I know we won't really need nametags as we are ALL going to look exactly the same!!.....Am trying to track down Marilyn White.....would anyone have any info on her???
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  Judy Crate
Friday, April 30, 2010
It has been so many years since high school.  I remember the dances and playing volleyball.  I attended from 1963 to 1966. 
My favorite teacher was Mr. Fenton.  He taught bookkeeping and I learned a lot from him.  So much so that a bookeeper is what I have been for the last 40 years.  Oh my god. 40 years. Ouch. I hope to re-connect with some old classmates, but to be perfectly frank, I don't remember too many.  They probably won't remember me anyway.  I was painfully shy and did not connect with too many people.  Oh well maybe seeing people from back then will refresh my memory.  I am really looking forward to this re-union and will see you all there.

Judy 
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  Lois (Milton) Woolsey
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Hi Olde Friends/Classmates

Yup, I married that boy with the red and white '55 Pontiac from the Shops Class.  Looking forward to seeing all of the 'olde gang'.

luv lois
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  Pauleen Fath Houlihan
Saturday, April 24, 2010
I graduated in 1965 attended the 25th reunion with my husband Brian Houlihan and my Brother in law Patrick Houlihan who was in the first graduating class of 1964. I did not see a lot of fellow class mates at the 25th hope to see some at the 50th. I have all the year books from 1962 to 1967 and keep trying to match up names from those registered not too many at last count hope to see more at the reunion week end.
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  Gord Fernie
Friday, April 23, 2010
I had registered but am now going to be in South Africa during reunion time on a work assignment. I only went to Woodroffe for two years (63 to 65) but have terrific memories. To all of my friends in 9G and 10H - have a ball. I would have loved to have seen you as well as Mr. Manley and all my mates from the junior and senior bands. I'm purchasing a CD so smile! See you at the 75th. Cheers. Gord
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  Dave Scollon
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Unfortunately I won't be able to join the party (living in Geneva now), but I would have loved to have been there. Hope everyone has a blast!
Dave.
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  Dave Usherwood
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Relect back on how we were and how society was some 50 years ago.  Things were different but not necessarily better.  Woodroffe high was still under construction, Jack Kennedy was yet to be elected, the Vietnam war was developing and we were all younge thinner and in my case had more hair.  My high school years for me were not easy, I was growing up and I was no scholar.
We had some great teachers who could forget white soxs Jim Prebble I thought he was cool, or Mr. Cyze (Mike) from Paris ON or Covette Thomas and JJ Tokaryk who bouced me from senior choir because I could not sing - still can't and oh yes Mr. Edward Davies and his ties.  There so many others I feel I am doing them a disservice by not mentioning them.  Hope to see as many former teachers and class mates as can attend in May. 
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  Marion (Muffin) Fisher
Monday, April 19, 2010
Canada / Russia Hockey series.  Some classes had booked out AV television screens on big steel platforms.  Mr. McNaughton Science class - thank you for letting us witness CANADA win in the last second.  What a thrill to hear the cheers - everywhere - down the halls - throughout the entire school!!!
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  Karen Sigouin (nee Leidecker)
Monday, April 19, 2010
I graduated from Woodroffe in '84 but I don't see alot of people from the '80's here...where are you guys?  I've forwarded this website on to a few people...hopefully we can get a crowd together and party like we used to!
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  Muffin - (Marion) now Robbin Kingsbury
Monday, April 19, 2010
WOW, where have 34 years gone?  I missed the 25th as I was living in Alberta.  Absolutely remember... Adim Padim, the student protest on the lawn, girls got to wear pant-suits, auditorium Kung Fu Fighting and other shows, fashion shows, the common room (cards *EUCHRE*), "the Creek", our football team, auitorium events and Spirit Week, nominating Head Boys and Girls!  Mr. Gilchrist, for English and Drama.  I can't wait to see old faces and restoke old memories.  I was at Woodroffe for all 5 years and it was the best! 
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  Jackie Murison
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Hey fellow Woodys',

OK, I've signed up and am making the big trip back for the 50th.  Hope there's a good turn-out from '61-'64 people.  We're the Seniors forever.
It'll definitely be a blast.
See you in May!

Jackie
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  Donna Warren
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Hi Everyone

Looking forward to seeing old friends.  Any of the old bridge fiends coming?  Maybe we can get a game going in the common room again?  Glad to hear Heather is coming in from California, and Kathy from Calgary!  Can't wait!
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  Geoff Pallett
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Hi Bruce,

I'm in Sherwood Park- where are you?

Geoff
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  Bruce Barclay
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Crap! I'm getting old!! Lotsa memories - some even good! Still into motorcycles and music. In Alberta now, but who knows....
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  Edward Jackman
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Hi I am Edward Jackman and taught Latin, Greek and Math at Woodroofe from '63 to 64.  I also helped to coach the Junior Football Team.I'm lookng forward to attending the 50th Year Reunion of Woodroofe of which I have many happy memories.  Hope to see you there!
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  Marcea Tate-Dingwall
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Well  I missed the 25th and its kind of looking like the 50th may fly bye too. Over the years am always running into people but now am living on Vancouver Island so chances are alot slimmer .
Hope everyone has a great time and John you be good, Karen will tell all!!
Woodroffe was the best time and have soo many great memories= to all my friends have a great time ,
Marcea
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  Ross Lewis
Saturday, April 10, 2010
I think this is ADIM PADIM deja vu
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  Michael Keatinge
Tuesday, April 6, 2010

MY MY How time flies when your havin fun, Thanks to the organizers, great job. I shall be there, flying in from Vancouver, have daughter in Ottawa so can visit at the same time.  Grad 77 was a long time ago, will be interesting to see who's still around, looking forward to it....I missed the 25th year reunion.
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  Bob Henselwood
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Hey everyone I can't believe it's been over 40 years since graduation. I'll do my best to be there and look forward to seeing some long lost friends.
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  Catherine Bruce and Gordon Christie
Sunday, March 28, 2010
 Hi there everyone! Unfortunately we will not be able to come.  Circumstances have come up that make it difficult. Enjoy the event and thanks Susan (and everyone else involved) for all your hard work. Catherine
 
 
  Geoff Pallett
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
C'mon you slackers, let's post more photos from the '60's! Who cares about the duck-tails, cardigans and black glasses- get 'er done!
Geoff Pallett
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  scott buell
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
hey!
 
 
  Wick Bannister/Wayne
Thursday, March 4, 2010
procrastinate.....yup....I am...I`ll be there with bells on....was at 25th.....I`ll be there if we have a 100th...ok,ok,....75th...maybe...lol
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  susan prior nee berry
Thursday, March 4, 2010
I hope to see a lot of familiar faces in May. But is the rumour true that we will not be celebrating with golden Palace eggrolls?!
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  Hugh Ed McWilliams
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Looking forward to meeting all of the 60s' crowd. I live in Aurora Ontario, Glen my brother is coming to reunion from Calgary, and Ross lives just outside of Brantford. Hope all the track and field and cross country show up. Looking forward to
a great time.
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  John Tench
Sunday, February 28, 2010
 Hey Everyone: Great work on the website and good to hear the news from old Woody. I left Ottawa with my family in '73 but would have graduated in'76. Leslie, Wendy, Robin Tench as well. Hope to be there in May but living in Vancouver now with my wife and 12 year old, Jessica. My sisters still live in the Ottawa- Toronto area so I'll pass it on. Working as an actor and spent time in England, New York and Los Angeles. No longer have a tuba but if I'm there I'll sit in with the band, I switched to guitar, more portable. All the best everyone and have a great one. Cheers  John Tench
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  Dave Usherwood
Monday, February 22, 2010
Where are all the Classmates of 63, 64 and 65 and the teachers of those first 5 years gone.  In those years we were all younger but I have great memories of some crazy and good times.
Does any one remember the sox-hop and the song Hit the Road Jack when we dedicted it to Mr. Merkley in fun and how angry he got?  I think I made that dedication or at least cc31I think I did.
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  Shirley Giberson-Barkley
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
hey all looking forward to seeing everyone from the class of 82.  blast from the past time!!

shirl
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  Bud Narraway
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Great to reaqaint with people that time has seperated by distance  and association,looking forward to seeing  many ,what are they doing ,were have they ended up,how many have left us.Time has been hard on sum and good to others but all have touched our lives for the good.   will be there    Bud Narraway
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  Ann Ferland
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Even though I was a drop out I would have loved to go and see how any of the class of 80 are doing.  I live in Spain so a bit too far to travel...and Im a teacher which means no way to ask for time off! Oh well I hope someone posts pictures, I would really love to see fotos from the 70's maybe someone will post some on the facebook or classmates web sites!!
Have a great time and dont get too drunk at the creek!!!    Ann Ferland
 
 
  Name Witheld
Monday, February 8, 2010
 In October 1970, a group of 60 students staged a “sit-out” on the back lawn of the high school. The Ottawa Journal cited this as “the first major open confrontation on an Ottawa secondary school campus”. Police were called at one point as students hurled insults and profanity at their teachers and principal. The students were protesting “inhumane treatment and petty rules”. The ringleader of the protest had been expelled the previous day for failing to obey a school rule to stay inside the school during a study period. Students cited other irritants including rules regarding boys’ hair length, that students had to raise their hands in class to ask to go to the washroom (and were sometimes denied permission), and that a jacket and tie was the dress code for school dance night.The following text from the Ottawa Journal is amusing now, although it probably was not at the time:You're right it was not amusing
 
 
  Wendy Forsyth Shellabarger
Friday, February 5, 2010
Fond memories of Woodroffe High School, Mr. Merkley, Miss McCullough and Mr. Barrett. Living in Arizona in the White Mountains and managing a small resort. Think about old friends and don't get the chance to go back home very often. Moved to British Columbia and worked at Silver Star Mountain Ski Area before moving to the US 20 years ago.
I wish you all the best at your 50th Reuinion, and hope to see lots of photo's and memories after the event. What a great place and a great High School, how lucky we were to share that time in the late 60's. It was the best, the very best. Wish I could be there. nd thanks to those teachers who made such a great impression and impact on my life. I feel I succeeded because of you!
Sincerely,
Wendy Forsyth Shellabarger
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  Robert de Hartog
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Hey; I cannot believe it has been 1969!!!!!!!......Where have all you guys gone to?...Chris Cope, Owen Hughes(Chips), Chris Ralph,, Chuck MacLeod, Rick Helms, Rod Chambers...the list goes on ...I won't mentuion the girls; I was very shy then.....

I miss Mr. Ferguson ( Gizzott), Mr. Merkley, Ms. Starr,  Mr. Burrows, and Mr. Hindle; my soccer coach..............OMG; where has the time gone?!
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  Lynne Cairns
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Even though I only went to Woodroffe for one year (Grade 12 - 1971-1972), I enjoyed seeing the people I knew from Pinecrest. All these years, I thought I had graduated, but found out last year that I didnt. I was missing one credit in English which I hated. Sadly, there are a couple of people that I wont see at the reunion, Rod Beveridge and Bev Holtom that passed away over the last few years.
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  Frank Griffin
Thursday, January 28, 2010
I can't believe it! How can I be having a 50th High School reunion at my (perceived) age! I just heard about this reunion from Geoff Pallett out West. I've been living in Houston for the past 30+ years so I have been out of circulation to say the least. Great job on this reunion website! I can't find my Wyverns - does anyone have class pictures from 1962-1966? 
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  George Younes
Monday, January 18, 2010
Congrats Woody on 50 years!  Quite a few fond memories of the early 80's including playing trumpet in the HS band...look forward to coming back to Ottawa for a great week-end...I've been in Southern California since 1990 but I think of the great days in Ottawa often...I hear Mr. Manley is coming back to conduct...Great news.  Hopefully we'll see you all in May!
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  Eric Day
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Hey Woody High - 1960's!

I won't be at the reunion but my brother Bob is going (he's will be flying in from Victoria, B.C.)

My high school years at Woody High were the best years of my life!

Cheers.
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  Ken Dalton
Monday, January 11, 2010
Woodroffe was the best 5 and a half years of my life.   Outers club, XC skiing and running, track and field, and aquatic phys. ed. were the highlights for me.   It'll be great to see some old friends again!
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  Bruce Brown
Saturday, January 9, 2010
I Have just finished reading the History-A Look Back and it brought back alot of memories. I attended Woody from 67 until 72 (4 year course) that I took my time at. I remember the common room(SMOKING ROOM) in the tunnel and an outdoor spot we called the Cancer tree which was at the end of the west wing. The strike was a fun day  we finally got to wear jeans as a result of it. It was a great period of time to be a teenager, drinking age had dropped in Quebec from 21 to 18 and Ontario follwed soon after. I worked at the Royal Burger, Carling and Woodroffe. And have just recently ran into others that worked there as well and went to Woody. Really looking forwrd to May
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  Victoria Miller
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Looking forward to seeing all the former English teachers from 1986, when I was pregnant with my youngest child, Chris, and teaching in the afternoon at the former Sir John A. MacDonald H.S. Now I am out in the country, living in Almonte and ready to get out my cowgirl boots for dancin'. Good luck to everyone with getting the 50th together. Hello to Trish Morgen. All the best to all.
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  Jeff Heeney
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Hope all are well.
I went to Algonquin for a month after Woodroffe.
Left for Calgary...stayed for a year working with CP Express.
Left for Yukon and Alaska for work but came back to Ottawa.
Worked for 4 years in the Arctic with Dome Petroleum.
Went to Toronto as my brother lived there and I wanted to try and write and play music.
I lucked into a job with UofT and have been there for 25 years. I work in one of the libraries.
Married twice...divorced twice...one amazing 13 year old daughter.
Now...i'm a vegetarian, no TV, still play guitar and sing, hand drumming, photography, computer graphics and yoga and meditation.

Enjoy the party everyone.  :)
Thanks to all the Woodroffe staff who reached out to help me. Much appreciated. Not an easy job.
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  Bruce Brown
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Looking forward to the reunion. I was at the 25th and had a good time. Hopefuy more of the 4 yr ST&T people from the eary 70s attend. John Stacey, Phil Spour, Pete Strader,Gord Dale, Mike Cape, Jim Cosenzo to name a few. If anyone knows the whereabouts of these guys, let them know May 2010.
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  Anne Daley (Zrimsek)
Thursday, December 3, 2009

Hi from the valley to Alberta. Hardly wait for the reunion. I'll be back. Graduated in early 70's. Do u all recall our push to cleanup Ottawa from pollution & students cleaned up ditches, sides of roads & culverts to truck it all to the War Memorial, center Ottawa, as Woody's pack. We sang & chanted just like at our football games. Even made the paper in stories & photos. Then we respectfully cleaned after ourselves & took it all to the dump. It was the start for Pollution Probe. Woody's youth certainly got government attention & good response.  One of those never forget times as most days were at Woodroffe!
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  Heather Hay
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Just move from Smiths Falls, to Markham Ont.
and would love to attend the 2nd school
reunion as we really enjoyed the first one.
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  Geoff Pallett
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
I wonder if we could find enough old-timers to do a "can-jam", walkers and all...
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  Don Frisby
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
I hear Mr. Manley will be leading band practice at the reunion. I haven't played Tuba since '71. Hope Ii have enough wind left! Looking forward to seeing everyone and renewing old friendships.
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  Jim Duval
Monday, November 30, 2009
I am looking forward to the reunion in May and will be coming from Vancouver.  My guest will be my wife.
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  Ruth Reyno
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Can't wait to compare memories and wrinkles with the class of '68!
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  Darcy Knox
Thursday, November 12, 2009
So many great events planned for this gala event.
A fantastic job being done by the organizers. And yes, I remember Adim Padim.
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  Sherri Bodnoff
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Looking forward to the big event!  I've felt left out ever since i moved to the US...they have reunions every 5 years it seems...hope class of 82 has a big turnout!
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  James Richardson
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
If any of my old school-mates are still around, oil up the wheels on your walkers, tune up your hearing aids and I'll see you all there. (I can't play the trombone or tuba for Mr. Manley anymore ... my dentures keep falling out).

'Old and grey, but looking forward to the day'.   Grad of 64/65.
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  Tara Jackson
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
I was only at Woody for my last year (89-90)  it topped the 3 years I spent at (that other school)!
Looking forward to seeing everyone :o)
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  John Kenny
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
the 25th was a great time seening all the gang , hope this one will be as good a time .. see you in May 2010.
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  Ivan Matte
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Hey, good luck with putting all this together. It's looking great and I'm looking forward to seeing some familiar names that I can connect with in May.
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  Susanne Russell (Fisher)
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
I just turned 63 yesterday!  Yikes!  There must be someone else out there (Hi Jane!) who remembers the first year at Woodroffe in 1960 before the gym was finished and wildlife wandered in because the final wall was still a big plastic sheet.  I attended the last reunion with my three sons and husband who has since left (hooray).  I'm now in Barrhaven at Longfields-Davidson Heights S.S. 2 years from retirement.
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  stephen Spour
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Success at Woody like we had in the 60 s for the reunion.
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  Brian Mac Millan
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Hello Everyone---as a former student 1961-62. I would just like to wish you great success with your Reunion.

I am serving as CoChair for the Bell High 50th and anticipating a great time to be had by all at both reunions.  If I remember correctly there was quite a rivalry between Woodroffe and Bell back in the day------------------Congrats to all.

GO Bruins !!!

Brian Mac Millan
CoChair Bell50th
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  John May
Tuesday, November 10, 2009

As we say up the valley,"Gidday,eh?"
Hope to see lots of my old hardheads from Grad Yr '66.
Take 'er easy and I'll C U May 2010.
Cheers, J o h n
 
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  Daniel Fynn
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Come on out everyone...lets relive the creek days!!!
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  Terry Beach
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
The last time we had a Woody reunion I was getting married!  Poor choice, I should have shown up at the reunion instead!  HAHA.  I cannot wait to see everyone.  I sure hope we have a good turn out from the late 70's and early 80's.  
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