Class of 1976 Reunion

Weekend of September 18 – 20, 2026 in and around Falls Church

Friday, 9/18 – Meet & Greet at Clare & Don’s Beach Shack
Saturday, 9/19 – tour of Meridian High School in the morning (RSVP required); cookout at a classmate’s home in the afternoon (RSVP requested)
Sunday, 9/20 – picnic at a pavilion along the Occoquan River
We are asking for a $10 per person cash donation to help cover the out of cost expenses incurred by the Reunion Committee.

For specifics, reach out to me (Lisa Gilley Varouxis) at lisavarouxis58@gmail.com

Welcome to the George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association website.

Click HERE to join the alumni association.

Joining is free and helps us keep in touch!

Please explore the website to find reunion updates, historical information, and more!

That's a wrap on the 2024 All-Class Reunion! Thank you to all those who attended, whether Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. We saw a lot of smiling faces, laughter, and conversations surrounding cherished memories. Here's to the bonds that withstand the test of time and the shared experiences that keep us connected.

Whether or not you were able to attend, please see the Falls Church News-Press article recapping the weekend. And revisit this page soon for more photos of the All-Class Reunion.

Legacy Kiosk Available Online

Feeling nostalgic for all things Mustang? Check out the Legacy Kiosk website (mustangs.touchpros.com) that has yearbooks and Lasso newspapers going back to the 1950s, photos of artwork that hung in the halls and on the ceilings of the old school, as well as sections on Robotics, Band, Chorus, and Theatre through the years. The athletics section includes the Hall of Fame, information, and photos from over 280 championship teams (including 69 state championships), and close to 300 distinguished athletes.

There is also an In Memoriam section honoring those who left us too soon.

You will also find a directory and map of all the brick placements in the Legacy Grove so that you can see your own piece of history in its new spot.

The military veterans section lists alumni and employees who served in the armed forces.

We are continuing to add and update content, so if you have information or photos to add, please contact kiosk@fccps.org. We would like to give a huge thank you to the Falls Church Education Foundation and a private donor, whose funding made this valuable resource possible.

In addition to the online interface, there are two kiosk screens in Meridian High School with the same imformation.

While you are visiting Falls Church, check out the restaurants in the City.

(archived post)

All-Class Reunion: June 21-23, 2024

This all-class reunion is part of the 75th anniversary of Falls Church City Public Schools becoming an independent school system, and the founding of the City of Falls Church.

The City's 75th anniversary celebration began in September 2023 with the Falls Church Festival and will conclude in summer 2024 with the school anniversary (June 27th, right after the reunion).

Schedule of Events

Friday: Opportunity for single-class or multi-year small groups to get together and reconnect. There are several events going on Friday evening, primarily among classes from the late 60's to mid-80's. These have been organized by individual class reps.

Parking at Meridian High School, 121 Mustang Alley, Falls Church, VA 22043:

To park at the new high school, please turn right off of Leesburg Pike/Route 7 onto Mustang Alley, and then make an immediate right into the parking lot. You may also turn onto Mustang Alley from Haycock Road and come around that way.

Saturday Day: 9:30am: Gather for School Bus Tour of Falls Church City (10am departure). Get a look at how neighborhoods and Broad Street have changed (or stayed the same). The Bus Tour of Fall Church City is FULL. Our apologies.

11:30am: Welcome ceremony in main lobby on Legacy Grove (weather permitting). Welcoming speakers include our principal, superintendent, school board member, and mayor!

12 Noon: Open house and student-led tours of the new high school building. See the state-of-the-art five-story marvel, as well as the original Mustang mosaic in the lobby.

Saturday Evening: At 6:00pm, we will be ready for check-in at Clare and Don's. We are at capacity for this event and tickets will not be available at the door.

Parking: Please park at the Kaiser Permanente parking lot located at 144 Park Avenue. This lot is free on weekends. You can then make a 2-4 minute walk to Clare and Don's by walking up Park Avenue toward the State Theater. The restaurant will then be across Washington Street a little to the right. Please be aware there is no parking in the State Theater lot, nor on Park Place, nor the garage of the new development (it is not open yet).

Event: Please note the event will be outside in the back of the restaurant under a large canopy. We will have a check-in table in the rear; please come to the table to give your name and we will check against the list of tickets purchased and provide a nametag and a drink ticket.

There will be a band playing your favorite covers from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s.

Sunday Day: 11am: Family Picnic at Cherry Hill Park Pavilion. End the weekend well with fresh air and fun in the heart of Falls Church. Bring-your-own food and drink. We have reserved an ice cream cart with ice cream novelties for sale.

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50th Reunion for Class of 1974

Please come to your 50th class reunion this June! We are gathering Friday night, June 21 at 6pm until 9:30pm, 444 West Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 at Solace Brewing Company

See old friends and join us starting at 6pm for drinks, food and a fun program! Our "2 Chairs Stories" and a moment of silence honoring those that have left us too soon are sure to make your visit memorable!
A special bonus fun experience is offered for Saturday, June 22 at 11am with a canoe trip with Greg Cronin!

Dear George Mason-Meridian Alumni,

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Judy Fischer White Dressendorfer passed away on Jan. 2nd, 2024.

Judy was a founding member and longtime president of the GM-M Alumni Association and her dedicated service will be remembered by the George Mason alumni community.

The obituary for Judy can be found here: https://www.moneyandking.com/obits/judith-fischer-white/

Falls Church Launches 75th Anniversary Celebration

The City Council announced a year-long celebration of the City and it was reported in the Falls Church News Press! The Alumni Association's All-Class Reunion in June 2024 is planned to be part of these events!

Mason-Meridian High School Legacy Grove

Remember those engraved bricks from the old high school?

They were saved, and installed, along with new ones in the Meridian High School Legacy Grove. Wondering if there's a brick with your name? Check the Legacy Kiosk online or in the school for the Legacy Grove Directory. Search by name/keyword and check out a map of the area to figure out where to find your brick. There are 1,443 engraved bricks, and space for new ones to be added.

Founding president Judy Fischer White (Class of '61) and current president Will Stewart ( Class of '07) visited the Class of 2022 recently to welcome them to the George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association.

New Name and New Officers Elected

Legacy Kiosk Website is Live, Next Reunion Slated for 2024

Falls Church, VA, September 21, 2021 - The George Mason High School Alumni Association, led by Founding President Judy Fischer White Dressendorfer (Class of 1961) met and voted to change its name to the George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association. New officers were elected including President Will Stewart ('07); Vice President Robbie Werth ('70), Secretary Katie (Jacomet) Clinton ('85), and Treasurer Kathleen (Brill) Whitley ('93).

The George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association promotes alumni activities and involvement in Falls Church City Public Schools. It is dedicated to strengthening and enhancing relationships among alumni, faculty, administration, and students, who are loyal to both George Mason and Meridian High School. The association's website can be found at sites.google.com/fccps.org/gmaa/ as well as through the Meridian High School web page. (Scroll down to the very bottom of the menu to Alumni.)

Remembering the Past

The George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association recommends that alumni interested in the school’s history, visit the new Legacy Kiosk, funded by the Falls Church Education Foundation. It is available on two touchscreens in the main lobby and athletic lobby of Meridian High School, and online at mustangs.touchpros.com. The Legacy Kiosk includes scans of yearbooks, the Lasso student newspaper, The Athletic Hall of Fame, arts and activities sections, scholarships, veterans recognition, and tributes to the history of the now-demolished old school building.

Looking to the Future

The Alumni Association is eager to coordinate with individual classes holding reunions. The next All Class Reunion will be held in 2024, in association with the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Falls Church City Public Schools.

For more information on how to get involved with the George Mason-Meridian Alumni Association, contact president Will Stewart.

Visit the Meridian High School Website or the Falls Church City Public Schools Website

Alumni are invited to get involved with the Falls Church Education Foundation

Connect with alumni by participating in Falls Church Education Foundation events and programs.

FCEF raises funds through an annual Gala and Auction, Run for the Schools and Academic Boosters to support innovative Super Grants, Teacher Grants and Equity of Access.

FCEF invests and stewards 22 scholarships.

FCEF invests and stewards donations restricted by the donor for certain uses.

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