On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, we held a “lunch and learn” about the Carlin Nalley Foundation and the nine $4,500 scholarships we provide annually to deserving Lisle High School Seniors. This is the first time we have arranged a direct outreach to the students at Lisle High School, and it is part of our efforts to establish greater recognition of CNF within the school.
“Yes! It was a tremendously successful day, and we had the pleasure of meeting many students,” said Rachel Birkley, beaming with pride.
“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Karla, Rachel, Nicole, and Bill for your unwavering efforts, meticulous preparation, and visionary approach in orchestrating this triumphant event,” said John Bartels, emphasizing the individuals' contributions.  

Lisle Alumni, I am saddened to report that Dr. John Mulcare passed away at age 87 after a full life.  We should remember Dr. Mulcare as one of the exceptional teachers ever at Lisle High School, whose positive influence on his students spanned 30 years from the early 1960s through his retirement in 1993.  Those of us students in his chemistry class remember his commitment to allowing everyone to participate in the learning experience.  His outstanding teaching method included hands-on labs, demonstrations, and continuous challenges to observe and think critically through complicated problems.  We also remember how much he cared for his students, insisting on kindness and full engagement in his classroom.  He was a shining example to his students and faculty peers and continued to stay in touch with his many friends from Lisle High School during his retirement.
In 2014, the Carlin Nalley Foundation honored Dr. Mulcare by naming one of our eight Lisle High School scholarships after him.  The Dr. John Mulcare Scholarship is a monetary & academic award given to an outstanding senior science student.  He was always very proud to tell his friends about his award, and they were usually amazed that he was still so highly regarded and remembered decades after retirement.  Those who knew him during his days at Lisle were unsurprised that he received this honor.
Over the last several years, I have occasionally joined Dr. Mulcare for dinner at his home in Lincoln Park, Chicago.  Despite his age and health challenges, he remained fiercely dedicated to living independently in the city, which he managed to do until months before his passing.  He is remembered fondly by his family, friends, partners in the Lisle faculty, and, of course, the thousands of students whose lives he touched.  I invite you to pray for Dr. Mulcare and his family and reflect on his positive impact on you during his rich life.
Click here to view his obituary.

John Bartels, Class of 1985
Carlin Nalley Foundation President

The Carlin Nalley Foundation offers a one-time monetary scholarship to a Lisle high school senior who plans to major in a science-related field at the college level. This scholarship applies directly toward any accredited college or university school-related expenses. To be considered for this scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:
Be a graduating high school senior from Lisle Senior High School
Have applied and been accepted at an accredited college or university with intent to major in a science field (Include Proof of Acceptance)
 
Applications are available in Lisle Senior High School's guidance office.
 
The Dr. John Mulcare Award:  Outstanding Science Student Mulcare Scholarship was created to honor the top science student in the name of Dr. John Mulcare, an outstanding science educator at Lisle from 1965 to 1993.  At Lisle, he taught chemistry and physical science. Along with teaching, he served as the National Honor Society sponsor until his retirement. In addition, he was a class sponsor, the Science Club advisor, and an assistant drama director.  In 2014, the Carlin Nalley Foundation began providing a scholarship for an outstanding science student in the name of Dr. John Mulcare.
 
Former Lisle High School Principal Pete Sullivan stated that Dr. Mulcare’s outstanding teaching method included hands-on labs and demonstrations and his continuous challenge to observe and think critically through complicated problems.  We also remember how much he cared for his students, insisting on kindness and full engagement in his classroom. 
Click to read: A Tribute upon Dr. Mulare’s passing by John Bartels.

​Schedule of events:
Friday, Sep 27, 7:00pm LSHS Homecoming Football Game @ Benedictine University
Friday, Sep 27, after football game, meet at BaseCamp (Four Lakes Pub) pre-reunion get together
Saturday, Sep 28, time TBD, Tours of High School and Junior High School
Saturday, Sep 28, Reunion Main Event 6-10:30pm, Check in at 6pm, Bar opens 6:30pm, hors d'oeuvres at 7:00pm
Sunday, Sep 29, 9:00am, Breakfast at Lisle Lanes

​Whether you graduated from Lisle High School or transferred before graduation, you are still a big part of
our school days, and we want to see you. The Reunion Committee’s vision is to gather as many classmates as possible from as far back as elementary school.
The main event will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the DoubleTree by Hilton,
Lisle/Naperville to celebrate 40 years since graduation. Alumni can look forward to a full weekend of
events and gatherings, Friday through Sunday morning, so there will be plenty of opportunities to catch up with old friends and classmates.
Tickets for the main event are $100 per person, and they can be purchased by completing a simple
two-step process:
1) complete the informational form at this link: https://forms.gle/EMzx4GnzZ22zHG4J7.
or by using this QR Code

2) Complete payment via Zelle (use [email protected]) or snail mail check (to Lisle
Reunion c/o Lisa Smith 496 Spice Bush Ct. Yorkville IL 60560) will be accepted.
For those traveling from out of town, or for anyone who wants a safe night of partying, begin by
reserving a discounted room at the DoubleTree, using this link:
https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=NAPDTDT&arrivalDate=2024-09-27&de
partureDate=2024-09-29&groupCode=CDTC84&room1NumAdults=1&cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%
2CEN%2CDirectLink
The Reunion Committee is also looking for digital versions of everyone’s favorite pictures from Schiesher,
Meadows, Tate Woods, Lisle Junior High, and Lisle High School. Please include some information about
your pictures: who, what, where, and when. Photos can be emailed to the official reunion contact site
at [email protected]. Please feel free to reach out to the Reunion Committee by email with
any additional questions or concerns, or just to say hi!
Alumni should also be sure to join the Facebook Group, Lisle Senior High School Class of
1984! https://www.facebook.com/groups/292607689107
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We are looking for volunteers to help with some tasks, including:

• Friday and/or Saturday Hotel welcome table approx 2:45-6:00pm each day
• Homecoming football game seat savers on Friday approx 6pm
• School Tour hosts to welcome visitors to each school building
• Set-up and decorations for the Main Event on Saturday approx 3pm
• Check in table at main event approx 5:30pm
• Clean up on Saturday after Main Event approx 10:30pm

We are really looking forward to a fun weekend of memories and renewed friendships! Please feel free to reach out to the Reunion Committee by email, [email protected], with any additional questions or concerns, to volunteer, or just to say hi!
Your Class of ‘84 Reunion Committee,
Lisa (Speno) Smith
Jennifer (Jenny Malone) Katrenak
Karin (Westendorf) Coolidge
Jennifer (Jenny Anderson) Teller