American School of The Hague Alumni Association

17/06/2026

Each year, American School of The Hague presents the J.F. DeWitt Scholarship Award in honor of a former teacher Dr. Jerry DeWitt. This award recognizes academic excellence in all of the following subjects: English, Modern Language, History, Mathematics, and Science, and is a student who, in the opinion of the faculty, loves learning and best exemplifies the model of a young scholar.

With great pleasure, this award was given to dedicated, and high-achieving student, Lorenzo Silvestrini.

Read the full story here!: https://www.ash.nl/community/news/detail-page/~board/connect/post/jf-dewitt-scholarship-award-2026-winner

12/06/2026

ASH is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Distinguished Alumni Awards and Distinguished Service Awards, honoring individuals whose accomplishments and contributions reflect ASH’s mission to build a better world as we become better human beings.

The awards recognize former students and ASH community members whose lives exemplify excellence, service, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to the values of ASH. Please take a moment to read the outstanding contributions of these individuals and celebrate them with us!

Read the full story here
https://www.ash.nl/community/news/news-detail/~board/connect/post/american-school-of-the-hague-honors-inaugural-alumni-award-recipients

11/06/2026

On a sunny Friday afternoon, over 70 alumni from across seven decades returned to American School of The Hague (ASH) for an All-Class Reunion filled with connection, reflection, and celebration. Each represented classes ranging from 1959 to 2019; demonstrating the enduring bonds that connect the school's global community.

Through shared experiences, lasting friendships, and a continued connection to the school, alumni demonstrated that the ASH spirit remains strong long after graduation.

Read the full story here: https://www.ash.nl/community/news/news-detail/~board/connect/post/alumni-return-to-ash-for-a-reunion-across-seven-decades

22/05/2026

2 Weeks To Go! On June 5th, we are thrilled to welcome alumni back for an all-class reunion! If you haven't yet signed up, now is the time. Whether its a walk memory lane, touring the campus, mingling with former classmates or staying to watch our 2026 Graduation Ceremony - there will be something for everyone. We also have some great excursions lined up with a Leiden canal boat tour and visit to the Escher museum!

It will be a fun-filled celebration of community and connection, with alumni from classes 2019, 2017, 2016, 2011, 2006, 1996, 1980, 1978, 1971 and 1959 in attendance. RSVP via the website and to see the list of attendees.

https://www.ash.nl/community/alumni/ash-alumni-reunion

13/05/2026

It was a warm welcome home to alum Katie Kelley ‘05 and her father Tom, who taught Chemistry at ASH for 24 years. While Tom has been back to visit a few times since retiring in 2013, Katie had not been back to visit since she graduated.

It was a heartwarming walk down memory lane for them both!

08/05/2026

In Loving Memory of Kellie Gibbs

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Kellie Gibbs. She passed away on May 4, 2026 after a battle with cancer. Kellie served the school in several roles over her twenty-five years at ASH, most notably in the Middle School, High School, and Student Support offices.

Kellie loved supporting students at ASH, and she was an active and valued member of the works council for many years, supporting her colleagues.

Kellie had a creative heart – she was a weaver and a quilter, gifting many of her creations to friends and family.

Our hearts are with all of those who knew and loved Kellie, as we move together through this difficult time. Let us honor the joy, learning, and compassion Kellie brought into our lives.

She will be dearly missed.

https://www.ash.nl/community/community/in-loving-memory

01/05/2026

It warms our hearts when we see our alumni community come together, like in this photo of former High School Principal John Heard, with parent of alumni Elsbeth O'Connor (nee Fritz).

John was principal for many years during the 80’s and 90’s, helping the school through the renown move to Wassenaar in 1990.

It was a happy reunion for the two in sunny Naples, Florida!

28/04/2026

Kings Day was here! 🇳🇱 As the nation dressed in orange, let’s take a walk through ASH history and revisit our own royal connections.

Who remembers when former Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands officially opened our campus in 1990, famously ringing the bell in the Sports Hall? Or when her sister, Princess Margriet of the Netherlands, inaugurated our newly built Elementary School wing in 2002?

And perhaps you were among those at one the 20 anniversary THIMUN sessions in The Hague, when former Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands made a guest appearance? For those of you who don't know, ASH was the founding school of what is now the largest and most prestigious High School MUN conference outside of the USA.

Tag your friends and take a stroll down memory lane as we celebrate the vibrant (and unmistakably “oranje”) history of ASH! 🧡

18/04/2026

Can you find yourself in these photos? 👀🎓

Our Reunion on June 5th is coming together beautifully—and alumni from across the decades are already signing up!

So far, we’re welcoming back: Class of 2021, 2019, 2017, 2016, 2011, 2006, 1996, 1991… and even our very first graduating class of 1959 ❤️

Now it’s your turn—spot your class, tag your friends, and don’t miss out on reconnecting, reminiscing, and making new memories.

👉 Sign up now and be part of it: https://www.ash.nl/community/alumni/ash-alumni-reunion

17/04/2026

Our heartfelt congratulations to former ASH Teacher Roberta Enschede on receiving the “Legpenning” from the Municipality of Wassenaar.

This distinguished award honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the community. It was presented by the Mayor during the Dutch-American Friendship Day celebration; an event Roberta helped initiate decades ago.

At ASH, Roberta was a stand-out teacher who inspired students to find their voice and actively contributed to beloved traditions like Santa Lucia. Her energy and enthusiasm has continued through her work organizing events such as the Thanksgiving Celebration at Leiden Pieterskerk, the Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute, and Dutch-American Friendship Day.

Her lifelong volunteerism has touched many; and her Dutch Knighthood further reflects her commitment to bringing people together. Roberta has become a person that we all know. Let us all join together to celebrate her in this incredible distinction!

https://sleutelstad.nl/2026/04/16/wassenaarse-legpenning-voor-roberta-enschede/?fbclid=IwY2xjawROld5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80MDk5NjI2MjMwODU2MDkAAR7J3fCQMC_T9mEnQN0vnvlDsIlX-97sQ78pvgg-qdw7ncBKz5C8bprvMAeZCw_aem_ZP2DJisMeWSLRbhgjkntcg

Roberta Enschede kreeg woensdagmiddag uit handen van de Wassenaarse burgemeester Leendert de Lange de gemeentelijke legpenning uitgereikt. Dat gebeurde tijdens de 'Dutch American Friendship Day' in Raadhuis De Paauw. Dat is een dag die Enschede zelf mede heeft geïnitieerd. "It is my...