Alumni

Welcome Harley Alums!
Harley is incredibly proud of our graduates, and your accomplishments continue to inspire our current students and families. Your time at Harley helped shape the vibrant community we enjoy today.
We're committed to fostering a strong and supportive alumni network. Whether you're eager to volunteer, share your latest adventures, or simply reconnect with old friends, we encourage you to stay involved.
We look forward to welcoming you back to campus soon!
Warmly,
The Harley School Alumni & Development Office
Connect with us!
ksaludo@harleyschool.org
585-277-1117
1981 Clover Street
Rochester, NY 14618
Harley Alumni Happenings
The Harley alumni newsletter began humbly (I think) in 2007 as a simple email; short and sweet with a picture or two and updates about upcoming events and the occasional news link related to Harley. Looking through my files, it appears the publication used to publish several times annually. Currently, Harley Alumni Happenings is now a much more thorough and informative publication, filled with news about Harley today, alumni updates, photos, events, and more. It publishes monthly-ish, with a break in the summer. Below is an archive of the most recent year–take a look! If you are not on the emailing mailing list, please, email me and I can add you! If you have story ideas or feedback, reach out via ksaludo@harleyschool.org or call me at (585) 277-1117.
Catch Up on Past Issues
September 2026
June 2026
May 2024
Alumni Events
Candlelight
Candlelight is held on the last Friday before Winter Break.
Commencement
Harley's commencement takes place on the first Sunday after the end of classes.
Reunion Weekend
This year, Reunion will take place on the first weekend after classes end. Learn more here.
Candlelight
Candlelight is held on the last Friday before Winter Break.
Commencement
Harley's commencement takes place on the first Sunday after the end of classes.
Reunion Weekend
This year, Reunion will take place on the first weekend after classes end. Learn more here.
Alumni Awards
Harley celebrates alumni whose lives and work reflect the values at the heart of a Harley education.
The Life of Purpose Award
The Life of Purpose Award, established in 2018, recognizes alumni who lead lives grounded in purpose, joy, and meaningful impact. Honorees represent many fields and experiences—from the arts and education to science, advocacy, business, and beyond—reflecting the many ways Harley graduates contribute to their communities and the world. Two awards are presented each year: one for a seasoned alumnus and one for an alumnus who has not yet celebrated their 15th Reunion.
2019: Paul Barrows ’80; Thomas Conkling ’10
2020: Daniel Greenebaum ’10; Mary Hartman ’90
2021: Caitlin Richard ’13; Karin Deutsch Karlekar ’89
2022: Willie Jackson, Jr. ’77; Toren Reaves ’06
2023: Kaarin Coe ’88; Jan Costello ’68; Vickie DelMonte Durfee ’75; Brooke Mayer ’04; Matthew Present ’04
2024: Kristina Benjamin ’15; Darcy Kimmet Koreen ’92
2025: Atticus-Jack “AJ” Torre ’16; Caroline Marshall ’98; Jennifer Barclay Newsham ’95
Do you know a Harley alum leading a life of purpose? We invite fellow alumni, faculty, family and friends to be a part of the nomination process. NOTE: Self-nominations are not considered. If you have someone in mind who you believe deserves recognition, kindly take a moment to fill out the nomination form.
Harriet Bentley Distinguished Alumni Award
The Harriet Bentley Distinguished Alumni Award, established during Harley’s 75th anniversary in 1992, honors alumni whose outstanding contributions have brought distinction to Harley or to the broader community. This recognition is selective and awarded only when truly warranted.
Harriet Bentley Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients
Matson “Bud” Ewell ’40
James T. Townsend ’61
Arthur E. Lowenthal ’37
Allen Gray ’55
Conger W. Gabel ’62
Samuel M. Hampton ’77
Deborah Schaller Willsea ’73
Together, these awards celebrate the lasting impact of Harley alumni and the many paths that lead to a life of purpose.
Support the Next Generation
Alumni generosity helps sustain the experiences that shaped your time at Harley and continue to shape the lives of today’s students. Make a gift!






























