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[Governor Ned Lamont @GovNedLamont]

Army Captain Andrew Pedersen-Keel of Madison, CT died in Afghanistan in 2013. He graduated from Avon Old Farms High School (@avonoldfarms) in 2002 and earned a Bachelor of Science from the U.S. Military Academy.

#MemorialDay #HonorTheFallen #CTWallofHonor #CTHeroes

[Semblance of Permanence @AOFHistory]

The end of an era. Madame Custer, her students and colleagues mark the last French class.

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Class of 2020 returns!

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Pete Seeger ‘36 tree looking good this morning

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Great chat just now with Travis Merritt ‘93 (& former faculty member). The Merritts have an amazing history @avonoldfarms - four generations - almost always a Merritt family member in the student body. #aoflegends

[Semblance of Permanence @AOFHistory]

"If we can come to understand that the valued things of life must exist within, we will have gained more than we have lost" - wisdom from the '44 yearbook as they pondered the school's closing. Well said, '44

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#pushupsforpatriots going strong almost 5 hours in

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“Trout fishing at Beaver Dam 1927-28” (a formal affair)

[Avon Old Farms @avonoldfarms]

Today we're remembering Avonian Raimund Sanders Draper, Class of 1932, for the ultimate sacrifice he made 78 years ago.

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In ⁦@avonoldfarms⁩ archives, Avon Maple Syrup bottles and picture of old Sugar Bush in action. Note AOF icons Bill Kron & Sid Riendeau on labels

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AOF Legend

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Historic First? Outdoor Awards Ceremony

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New Post - Rest In Peace, "Nails"
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[Avon Old Farms @avonoldfarms]

It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our former headmaster and friend, George M. Trautman. George will be missed, but his legacy will be forever cherished by the Avon Old Farms community. https://t.co/IssWD21VXC

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R. I.P. George. #aoflegend

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A Commencement weekend unlike any other. Awards Ceremony in a near-empty Brown Auditorium, followed by informal (socially distant) gathering at the Doyles’ to watch the Celebration of the Class of 2020. We miss you,… https://t.co/dkxh3Aw5AI

[Jim Detora @JimDetora]

Under 100 gifts to go - let's aspire and persevere!

[Avon Old Farms @avonoldfarms]

It’s FOR THE BOYS Giving Day! We asked Parents of Avon President Sabrina Rettaliata P'16, P'21 to tell us why she jumped in today to give—to champion this special place in a meaningful way. Make your gift at… https://t.co/9QvtHALOBG

[Avon Old Farms @avonoldfarms]

Can we count you in? Our goal: 418 donors; one gift for each boy at Avon. Please join us in rallying "For the Boys" by making your gift at https://t.co/R4iDDPZOZJ.

[Semblance of Permanence @AOFHistory]

I miss the students something wicked, but I have been able to spend a lot more time in Verne Priest’s office. So that’s good. #avonoldfarms #mainewoodsman #walkinthewoods @ Avon Old Farms School https://t.co/UfHn5H0q0v