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Hopkins School Honors Victims of 9/11 at All School Assembly
On Friday, September 11, the Hopkins community gathered in assembly to mark 25 years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and to remember the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives that day. Head of School Matt Glendinning paid tribute to Christopher W. Murphy ’84, a Hopkins alumnus, and Lindsay, the daughter of Kathy Mason ’65 DPH, both of whom were killed at the World Trade Center.
A Woodbridge native who spent six years at Hopkins, Chris was remembered by family and friends for his adventurous spirit, his love of sailing, and, above all, the warmth and steadiness he brought to the people around him. In his eulogy, Chris’ brother described him as “among the most hopeful” Hopkins had ever raised.
During Friday’s assembly, Glendinning reflected on Chris’ enduring connection to Hopkins. “Twenty-five years later, Chris remains part of this community,” he told students, faculty, and staff.
That connection can be seen in the Christopher W. Murphy Scholarship, established by his classmates, friends, and family to help deserving students experience the education that shaped him. Outside Alumni House, a bench bearing Chris’ name offers another quiet reminder of his lasting connection to Hopkins.
Glendinning concluded his remarks by inviting the community to observe a moment of silent reflection in honor of Chris, his family, and all those whose lives were forever changed on September 11.
See Glendinning’s full comments below:
At the end of the day, Dean of Students Lars Jorgensen '82 and Associate Director of Advancement Services Dan Junkins took part in the 110 Floors Challenge, repeatedly walking the flights of steps from Forest Road to the top of the Hill in remembrance of September 11. Together, they completed approximately 2,071 steps, representing the 110 floors firefighters faced in the World Trade Center towers.
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Christopher W. Murphy ’84
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