Reunion Weekend 2023

Join us May 19 and 20 for a fabulous weekend in Chicago!

Parker invites all alumni back to campus for a full weekend of entertaining activities. Remember, each class celebrates a reunion once every five years, and this year we are celebrating classes ending in a “4” and “9”!

Register below!

Donations in honor of your time at Parker, a teacher who impacted you or another beloved Parker friend, are welcome and appreciated, even if you, unfortunately, cannot join the celebrations in person. 

Friday, May 19

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  • Alumni of Color Luncheon

    Alumni of Color, please join us for a luncheon presented by the Alumni Association Board's DEIB Committee to kick off the weekend! Hear about what’s going on with Parker’s current DEIB initiatives and the Upper School affinity groups.

    12–1:30 p.m. | Heller Auditorium Stage | Cost: $10

  • New! Upper School Classroom Visits

    Ever wondered what it would be like to be a Parker student today? Now’s your chance! Reconnect with your roots, and experience a day in the life of a current Parker student. From new educational lessons, to the vibrant classroom energy, come relive the Parker magic and see firsthand how the school has evolved. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to walk in the shoes of today’s students and rediscover the excitement of learning at Parker!
    Limited slots available


    1–3:30 p.m. | Upper School Classrooms | Cost: Free

  • Campus Tour

    Reminisce about your time as a Parker student and take a campus-wide tour of our model home with your fellow Parker alumni! Led by Principal Dan Frank ’74, the tour will offer a nostalgic look at your alma mater filled with your favorite places where you used to roam, and also feature new and exciting parts where the school has evolved over time.

    5–6 p.m. | Flora J. Cooke Alcove | Cost: Free

  • State of the School Address

    Principal Dan Frank ’74 will offer what’s going on at Parker today in his State of the School Address! Hear about how Parker is continuing to be a complete community and finding new ways to educate our students to think and act with empathy. You will also enjoy a performance from Parker’s new adult choir, Encore, that features some fellow alumni members!

    6–6:30 p.m. | Heller Auditorium | Cost: Free

  • Alumni and Friends Reunion Celebration

    All alumni, parents/guardians of alumni and friends are invited to join us for an evening of catching up in the courtyard at the Alumni and Friends Reunion Celebration! Remember old times and see what your fellow alumni have been up to since graduation. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

    6:30–9 p.m. | Courtyard | Cost: $20

Saturday, May 20

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  • Milestone Reunion and Parents/Guardians of Alumni Reunion Brunch

    A combined celebration this year, please join us for a special Reunion brunch that brings together lifelong alumni celebrating 40+ years, members of the Anita McCormick Blaine Planned Giving Society and parents and guardians of alumni. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends and mingle with many fellow Parker community members. 

    11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Mon Ami Gabi (2300 N Lincoln Park W) | Cost: Free

  • Rick Haskins Alumni Soccer Match

    The Colonel vs. Colonel matchup will be played in memory of our beloved coach, Rick Haskins. Lace up your cleats, and face your fellow alumni in a soccer match up! 

    12:30–1:30 p.m. | Parker Field | Cost: Free

  • Reunion Family Barbecue

    Reunion Weekend finishes off with a family barbecue directly following the Rick Haskins Alumni Soccer Match.

    12:30–2:30 p.m. | Courtyard | Cost: $10

  • Class Parties

    Information about each year's Class Party will be posted here when available! Specific address information will be sent to those who register in order to protect the privacy of those hosting.

    2020
    Join the class of 2020 at The Old Town Pub to celebrate your 5th Reunion! Reconnect and catch up with your classmates over cocktails and light bites. You don’t want to miss this class party to celebrate your first Parker Reunion! You will pay the bar directly for the $30 fee and let them know you are there for your Parker Reunion. 
     
    The Old Town Pub, 1339 North Wells St | 5–7 p.m. | Cost: $30 per person (pay at the bar)

    2015
    Join the class of 2015 at Benchmark in Old Town to celebrate your 10th Reunion! Reminisce and reconnect with your classmates over cocktails and heavy hors d'oeuvres. You don’t want to miss this class party!
     
    Benchmark, 1510 N Wells St | 4:30 p.m. | Cost: $45 per person

    2010
    Join the class of 2010 at Las Fuentes to reminisce and reconnect over delicious Mexican cuisine. Your fee includes plenty of appetizers and two rounds of margaritas or beer. You are also able to pay for any additional drinks or food.
     
    Las Fuentes, 2558 N Halsted St | 4:30 p.m. | Cost: $30 per person

    2005
    Join the class of 2005 at a Lincoln Park staple, Glascott’s Saloon. Your fee includes a wristband that will cover draft/bottled beer, seltzers, call cocktails for 3 hours and pizza.
     
    Glascott’s Saloon, 2158 N Halsted St. | 7–10 p.m. | Cost: $45 per person

    2000
    Join your classmates on the Chicago Riverwalk at TacoRio! Delight in authentic tacos, sip refreshing cocktails (including a special Parker drink) and sway to the rhythm of good music with breathtaking waterfront views. Alumni will be responsible for their own food and beverage purchases. Please register for an accurate guest count.  

    TacoRio, 435, Chicago Riverwalk | 6 p.m. | Cost: Free to Attend

    1995 
    Join the class of 1995 as we celebrate 30 years together at the home of Jon and Andrew Landan for the Return To LandStock Version 2025. The night will include Chicago favorites for dinner, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, karaoke, games, surprises and memories.
     
    Host Committee: Jon Landan, Andrew Landan, Steve Schutzman, Aaron Rice, Jesse Weinberg, Lucas Swanson and Sarie Winner Keller
     
    Landan Residence | 8 p.m. | Cost: $40 per person 

    1990 
    Join the class of 1990 as we celebrate 35 years together at the home of Sabina McBride. Reminisce and reconnect with your classmates. Food and beverages will be provided. 
     
    Sabina McBride Residence | 6 p.m. | Cost: $40 per person ($50 if you register after Friday, April 18) 

    1985 
    What better way to celebrate being able to gather again than to spend an evening with people you speak to once every five years? Just kidding, come celebrate 40 years with a backyard barbecue at Hubie’s house including cocktails, food, music and memories.

    Hubie Greenwald Residence | 6:30 p.m. | Cost: $50 per person 

    1980 
    Join your fellow 1980 classmates as we reminisce on 45 years since Parker at the home of Len Goodman. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided.
     
    Len Goodman Residence | 6:30 p.m. | Cost: Complimentary 
     
    1975
    Join your fellow classmates to reminisce and celebrate your 50th Parker Reunion at the Red Lion Pub! Food and beverages will be provided for you to enjoy while catching up with one another. 

    Red Lion Pub, 2446 N Lincoln Ave | Time: 7 p.m. | Cost: Complimentary

    1970
    55 years?! The class of 1970 will gather at Julian’s house to ponder this reality. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Please join us!

    Host Committee: Debby Blank, April Lewis Burke, Lynn Meyers, Connie Williams

    Julian Kerbis Peterhans Residence  | 5 p.m. | Cost: Complimentary 

    1965
    Join the class of 1965 as we celebrate 60 years together at the home of Greg Geuther. Reminisce and reconnect with your classmates. Dinner will be provided. At 7 p.m., we will be having a Zoom call for those who can't travel. Please email clira@fwparker.org for the Zoom link.

    Greg Geuther Residence | 6 p.m. | Cost: Complimentary

    1960
    Join your fellow 1960 classmates as we reminisce on 65 years since Parker at the home of Merle Gross. Dinner and refreshments will be provided.
     
    Merle Gross Residence | 6:30 p.m. | Cost: Complimentary 

    1955
    Interested in planning a reunion gathering for the Class of 1955? Please contact Chuck Lira in the Alumni Office at clira@fwparker.org or 773-797-5516.

    1950
    Interested in planning a reunion gathering for the Class of 1950? Please contact Chuck Lira in the Alumni Office at clira@fwparker.org or 773-797-5516.

Thanks to our Reunion Chairs

2019
Pilar Grover

2009
Whitney Ash
Gen Carter 
Elizabeth Epstein
Gabe Kaminsky
Catherine Taich
Rachel Vorwaller

2004
Ana Espinoza
Danny Levi
Kori Schulman

1999
Kathryn Heineman
Jenna Martin
Katie Nordine

1994
Niko Apostal
Molly Kovler
Gabby McHale
Marty Morris

1989
Cat Adami
Kim Kamin
Lara Khoury
Dan Rosenberg

1984
Dianna Berry  
Adam Gross
William Loesch
Demetra Merikas

1979
Tom Eley
Jonathan Kahn
Jan Kostner

1974
Erica Henner Max
Evaly Neistein Jerome

1969
Frank Lewin

1954
Dorothy Ramm

Contact Us

Director of Alumni and Institutional Events
Chuck Lira
clira@fwparker.org
773.797.5516
330 West Webster Avenue | Chicago, Illinois 60614 | 773.353.3000
Francis W. Parker School educates students to think and act with empathy, courage and clarity as responsible citizens and leaders in a diverse democratic society and global community.