Message From Matt Byrnes

On Friday, June 13, Wooster welcomed 59 new alumni – the members of the Class of 2025. The scene was a familiar one: the crowd gathered under the tent on Coburn Lawn, the faculty and staff, followed by the seniors, headed out of the Chapel, where they held their last gathering in the Quaker meeting, and processed to the bagpipes down the sidewalk and into the tent.

The Archives Team just wrapped up its first full year and accomplished a lot—from organizing Homecoming and presenting in Chapel to digitizing historical materials and uncovering treasures in the Chapel attic. We’ve preserved Wooster’s history, engaged the community, and are excited to return next year with even more energy. Thank you for your support—see you in the fall!

Each year, we share an impact video at our Spring Fundraiser that celebrates the heart and energy of the school year so far. Take a look and see how the Wooster you remember continues to thrive.

In our Alumni Spotlight series, hear about Wooster alumni - their lives and careers, meaningful experiences, and how Wooster impacted their lives. 

If you have story suggestions, class notes, archives pieces, or other information that we could share, please send it our way! We love to hear from you. 

The Wooster Archivists dug deep into the school's first commencement ceremony and uncovered that Wooster School held its first graduation in 1929, three years after opening. The second followed in 1930, alongside the laying of its chapel cornerstone and the release of its first yearbook. From those early beginnings, Wooster has continued to grow and thrive.

Here at Wooster School, we are still doing our best to partner with families on creating young adults who aspire to be gentle, generous, truthful, kind, and brave. 

In anticipation of our Centennial Celebration in 2026, we’ve been reflecting on nearly 100 years of history and one thing is clear: while the spirit of Wooster remains steadfast, the landscape continues to grow in extraordinary ways.

Calling all Wooster Alumni - Homecoming 2025 is slated for October 4, 2025. We will celebrate all alumni, especially those in classes ending in '0 & '5!