Alumni Events
The relationships, professional connections, access to Whitfield's campus as well as a continued sense of pride and influence are all a part of being alumni of Whitfield School. You are always welcome at Whitfield! We invite you to visit campus, stay connected through the website, and join us at the many in-person and virtual alumni and community events planned throughout the year! Wee may add more events as the year moves forward, so check back to see what's going on!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Denver Alumni Social
Thursday, September 14, 2023
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate our alumni community in the Denver area. Location TBD.
Virtual Lunch & Learn #1
Thursday, September 21, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
NEW this year, join us for VIRTUAL lunch & learns with beloved and new faculty and staff. Topic #1: Winesburg, Ohio Revisted: Themes & Relevance Today with former English teacher Laura Lotz.
Homecoming, Bonfire, & Lip Syncs
No Registration Needed
Friday, October 06, 2023
6:30 PM
Bring your Whitfield school spirit to Homecoming Bonfire & Lip Syncs. Join fellow alumni on the back lawn for refreshments in the Alumni tent. Then enjoy the festivities in a special cheering section when Lip Syncs begin at 7 PM. Children are welcome!
Virtual Lunch & Learn #2
Thursday, October 19, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Topic #2: No Mas Ingles! A Spanish Refresher for All with Spanish teacher Cipriano Casado.
Whitfield Rocks Trivia Night
Saturday, October 21, 2023
TBD
Let's rock! Alumni, current families, and friends engage in some friendly competition in a music-themed trivia night on campus. Click here for event details.
Lunch & Learn #3
Thursday, November 16, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
Topic #3: Mindfulness: Practical Applications for Attention Training with Dir. of Health & Wellness Ginny Fendell.
Snow Fun Family Event
Registration To Come
Saturday, December 2, 2023
9:00 - 11:00 AM
To kick off the holiday season, we invite alumni and their children and gradnchildren to join us in the morning for horse-drawn carriage rides, balloon art, professional face painting, bounce house play, children’s craft activities, and cookie decorating to celebrate the season.
Winter Break Welcome Back
Registration To Come
Thursday, January 4, 2023
2:00 - 3:30 PM
Young alumni (Classes of 2018 - 2023) are invited to come back to Whitfield for hot chocolate and snacks in the Barnes & Cole Alumni House and to visit with friends and teachers.
Lunch & Learn #4
Thursday, January 18, 2024
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
TOPIC #4: AI and Machine Learning: Applications & Implications with Computer Science Teacher Andrew Asikainen.
Chicago Alumni Social
Registration To Come
Thursday, January 25, 2024
5:30 - 7:30 PM
If you live in Chicago, please RSVP to join us at our second Chicago social. Location and additional details to come. We hope to see you there!
Lunch & Learn #5
Thursday, February 15, 2024
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
TOPIC #5: Whitfield: Looking Towards the Future with Head of School Dr. Chris Cunningham
Green & White Gala
Registration To Come
Saturday, March 2, 2024
6:00 PM
Held this year at The Chase Park Plaza, this event brings the entire Whitfield community together in celebration. The evening benefits Whitfield's faculty, staff, and students.
New York City Social
Registration To Come
Thursday, April 18, 2024
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Join us as we celebrate our alumni community in the New York City area. Location TBD. If you'd like to help with this event, please contact Laura Lotz.
Reunion Weekend
Registration To Come
May 4 & 5, 2024
All alumni are welcome as we celebrate our alumni community and highlight all graduating classes ending in 4 and 9! We will have special recognition of milestone reunions Classes of 2014 (10th), 1999 (25th), and 1974 (50th). Events include:
- Reunion Weekend Picnic (Whitfield back patio and field, May 6, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
- 50th Reunion, Class of 1974 & Old Guard Social (1953-1979) (Barnes & Cole Alumni House, May 6, 6:00 - 7:00 PM)
- Reunion Weekend Evening Celebration for Alumni 21 and older (Schmitter Gallery, May 6, 7:00 - 10:00 PM)
- AND MORE TO COME!
See pictures of Reunion 2023 fun here!
Lunch & Learn #6
Thursday, May 16, 2024
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST
TOPIC #6 (Proposed): Applying to Grad School: Tips and Resources OR Beginning the College Process with Your Child with Dir. of College Counseling Amanda Henry & Associate Dir. of College Counseling Ebony Sistrunk.
Want to get involved? Have event ideas?
As we build our alumni program we are eager for volunteers to help us brainstorm engagement ideas and plan new events! If you are interested in learning more, or sharing your ideas email: alumni@whitfieldschool.org. Visit the Get Involved page for a list of current opportunities and ideas!
SAVE THE DATE!
Calling all 4s & 9s!