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    Alumni

    More than 2,300 alumni around the world share the same turning point: the valley in South Wales where learning finally clicked.

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    Once a Govian, always a Govian. Wherever life has taken you, Gow is still your school, and we would love to hear how you are doing.

    2,300
    Gow alumni
    1926
    The year it all began
    100
    Years celebrated in 2026
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    Every gift helps a student find their way, just as you did.

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    The Gow School seal: a scroll inscribed in Greek and dated 1926, ringed by the words The Gow School, South Wales, N.Y.

    Centennial

    100 years of Gow. One unforgettable weekend. Countless memories.

    In October 2026, more than 500 Govians returned to campus to celebrate Gow's first 100 years. Festivities included a time capsule ceremony, panel on dyslexia, robotics demonstration, Howard Hall dedication, Athletic Wall of Fame induction, fireworks, and a grand finale Gala. Thank you to everyone who came and shared their love for Gow's big birthday! Here's to the next 100 years and beyond!

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    Stay in Touch

    Moved, changed jobs, or updated your email? Let the Development Office know so you keep receiving news and invitations to alumni events as well as Gow gatherings near you.

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    Share Your News

    Graduations, new jobs, weddings, babies, adventures: send us your alumni news and we will share it with the Gow community. During the centennial, we are also collecting alumni stories for 100 stories for 100 years.

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    Non-Discrimination Policy

    The Gow School admits students of any race/color, ancestry/national origin, religion/creed, and sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race/color, ancestry/national origin, religion/creed, and sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and other school-administered programs.

    The Gow School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/color, ancestry/national origin, religion/creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability. The Gow School complies with Federal and State Laws regarding nondiscrimination and preference.

    Land Acknowledgement Statement

    The Gow School acknowledges that our campus is situated on the land once belonging to the Haudenosaunee people and we pledge to honor their enduring presence.