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Reunion Weekend 2025

Registration is still open for individual class parties. Registration for the other Reunion Weekend events has closed. Please reach out to alumni@fwparker.org with questions about attending. 
 
All event fees are listed. 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 2

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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.

    12–2 p.m. | Heller Auditorium Stage | Cost: Early Bird $5/Regular $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 Francis W. Parker School!
    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: Early Bird $10/ Regular $20

Saturday, May 3

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  • LGBTQ+ Alumni and Allies Breakfast

    All alumni are invited to our new reunion weekend event celebrating our LGBTQ+ community. Come together and connect over a light brunch, mimosas and friendship!

    10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Kovler Family Library | Cost: Early Bird $5 / Regular $10

  • 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 matchup! 

    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: Early Bird $5/ Regular $10

  • Class Parties

    We will update class party details as the classes confirm arrangements. Please check back periodically.


    Class of 1971
    Party on Saturday, May 16
    6 p.m. | Chicago Yacht Club, 300 W Belmont Ave | Cost: Free
    Join your fellow 1971 classmates as we reminisce on 55 years since Parker at the Chicago Yacht Club. Food and refreshments will be provided.
     
    Breakfast on Sunday, May 17
    9–11 a.m. | Barrett Residence | Cost: Free
    Join your fellow 1971 classmates for Sunday breakfast at the Barrett Residence to close out another wonderful Parker Reunion Weekend. Food and refreshments will be provided.


Monday, May 5

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  • New! Industries Unlocked: Parker Alumni in Cannabis

    Join the Alumni Association's first Industries Unlocked event, featuring Parker graduates who are pioneering the cannabis industry. Learn about their professional journeys and how they have used their Parker education to become leaders and innovators in this rapidly evolving field.
    Speakers include:
    Charlie De Mar ’08, CBS News Chicago reporter
    Mikus Kins ’91, co-founder, owner Confluence Cannabis and Alumni Association President
    Julia Jacobson ’03, CEO/Co-Founder, Aster Farms
    Julia Turner ’16, Co-Founder, CashBox Media
    Steve Weisman ’04, Co-Founder Thensome, Co-Founder and former Chief Strategy Officer Grassroots Cannabis, Co-Founder and former CEO Windy City and Co-Founder LeafTrade

    6–7:30 p.m. with reception to follow | Harris Center | Cost: Free

Thank You to our Reunion Volunteers

Class of 2020
Still seeking class volunteers—email the Alumni Office to help out!
 
Class of 2015
Anzetta Cherry
Allee Struve
 
Class of 2010
Alexandra Halbeck
Grace Smith
 
Class of 2005
Anna Draft
Maeve Whelan-Wuest
 
Class of 2000
Amanda Blake
Elizabeth (Lizy) Gershenzon 
Rachel Terp
 
Class of 1995
Andrew Landan
Jon Landan
 
Class of 1990
Katerina Christopoulos
Carrie Newton 
 
Class of 1985
Hubie Greenwald
 
Class of 1980
Keith Yamaguchi
 
Class of 1975
Still seeking class volunteers—email the Alumni Office to help out!
 
Class of 1970
Debby Blank
April Lewis Burke
Lynn Meyers
Connie Williams
 
Class of 1965
Greg Geuther
Jim Schultz
 
Class of 1960
Shelley Don
Jim Frank
Bennet Greenwald
Merle Gross 
Mel Horwitch
 
Class of 1955
Sally Jo Brady Murphy
Joan Lieb
 
Class of 1950
Still seeking class volunteers—email the Alumni Office to help out!

Contact Us

Director of Alumni Relations 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.