🎓 Lisle Alumni — your high school is calling! Lisle High School has reached out to the alumni community with an exciting opportunity to give back in a meaningful way. On Friday, February 13, 2026, the school will host its annual Career Day—and they’re inviting Lisle alumni professionals to inspire and guide today’s students toward their futures. This event is more than just a presentation. It’s a chance to share your personal career journey, spark curiosity, and show students the many paths available to them after high school. Whether you work in business, healthcare, trades, tech, the arts, education, or any other field, your voice matters. 🏫 Event at a Glance
✨ Why Your Participation MattersAs alumni, you understand the power of a Lisle education—and the impact a single conversation can have on a young person’s dreams. By dedicating just a few hours of your morning, you’ll:
🕐 What to Expect
📅 How to Get Involved If you’re ready to help guide the next generation of Lisle Lions: 👉 Click here to sign up before Friday, December 12, 2025. (Career Day Speaker Interest Form) For questions, please contact Megan Ewald, Jim O’Hara, Jen Zimmerman, or Eric Martzolf at 630-493-8300. 🦁 Alumni Supporting Students — A Tradition of PrideThe Carlin Nalley Foundation is proud to support opportunities that strengthen the connection between alumni and students. Career Day is a perfect example of how your experience can shape the future of Lisle graduates. Whether you’re a recent grad or decades removed, your story matters. Let’s show today’s students what it means to be a Lisle Lion for life. 💙🤍 
 Every Lisle Lion has their own story, but some chapters were shaped by the people who stood at the front of the classroom—or center stage. This Saturday, October 18, at Blue & White: Reunite!, alumni will have a rare opportunity to catch up with beloved Lisle High School teachers and administrators, including one who left an indelible mark on generations of students: Beverly Fiore. A Unique Chance to Reconnect. Past and present Lisle High School staff will be mingling among six decades of graduates. These moments are more than simple reunions—they’re living time capsules where stories are retold, expectations remembered, and futures celebrated. For many, these teachers were the steady guides who helped shape our lives. For them, seeing former students thrive is a reward in itself. Honoring a Legendary Director and Teacher: Beverly Fiore has confirmed her attendance at this year’s reunion. For Lisle thespians, she is more than a name—she is a legend of the stage. Mrs. Fiore directed more than 50 productions during her teaching career, igniting a passion for performance and storytelling in countless students. Her dedication to theater extended beyond the stage to the very heart of Lisle’s school spirit. In 2012, the Carlin Nalley Foundation established the Beverly Fiore Scholarship, recognizing outstanding seniors in theater. Each year, the Thespian Troupe continues this tradition, honoring excellence in performance and leadership—just as Mrs. Fiore inspired in her students. Don’t Miss This Moment. If you were ever part of a cast, crew, or captivated audience, this is your moment to step back into that world--with the people who built it with you. Catch up, reminisce, laugh, and celebrate the shared magic of Lisle’s theater legacy. 🎟 Get your tickets today—the price will increase at the door. 👉 Click here to register 📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025 📍 Krasa Center, Benedictine University, Lisle, IL 🕕 Doors open at 6:00 PM  Blue and White Reunite is this coming weekend. I know you’ve been dying to invite your friends, classmates, teammates, relatives, and neighbors but simply couldn’t find the words to express your excitement.
So I did it for you! Simply highlight, copy, and paste the content below to your LSHS email address book. Easy-Breezy. Make your own party within the party! ******************************************************************************** I’m writing this because we need to meet at “Blue and White Reunite” this coming Saturday night. Hear me out on this one
Call Me Jo band will be kicking off the festivities Friday, October 17 at BaseCamp, the pub at Four Lakes. The band features award-winning singer and LSHS mom Stephanie Brinegar, plus Ken (’72) and Larry (’78) Modaff. No cover charge. Call Me Jo takes the stage from 8-11 pm so there’s a three-hour window to join the fun. Please share this with at least five others but BEWARE. This is a chain letter and the last person to break this chain ended up sending their kids and grandkids to Benet. See you this weekend and spread the word! ***************************************************************************************** So there you have it. Couldn’t be easier to create your own gathering! Jay Grochowski Co-founder and Director Lisle Alumni Carlin Nalley Foundation 630-202-2973  The countdown is on. In just one week, Lisle High School alumni from 67 graduating classes will gather under one roof to celebrate friendships, memories, and the unmistakable spirit that binds us together. 📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025 🕕 Doors Open at 6:00 PM 📍 Krasa Center, Benedictine University, Lisle, IL Whether you’re reconnecting with your high school crew, bumping into old teachers and coaches, or meeting alumni from entirely different decades, this night promises something special for everyone  🎟 Why You Should Grab Your Ticket NowThere’s no better time to lock in your spot — tickets are just $45 in advance, but the price will jump to $60 at the door.
This isn’t just another event. It’s a once-every-few-years tradition that brings together generations of Lions to celebrate our shared Lisleness — the pride and warmth that never fades, no matter how many years have passed since graduation. 👉 Get Your $45 Ticket Here 🍽 What to Expect
💬 A Night That Brings Everyone TogetherReunions aren’t just about nostalgia — they’re about community. It’s about walking into a room where you don’t have to explain where you’re from because everyone already knows. It’s about that shared history that makes Lisle… Lisle. 🦁 This October 18th, we’re not just gathering — we’re celebrating the legacy of our hometown. 📣 Help Us Make It BigThis night gets even better when your classmates are there, too. So:
Let’s fill the Krasa Center with Blue & White. Let’s Reunite. Let’s make this night unforgettable. Go Lions, The Carlin Nalley Foundation Board  By: Jay Grochowski Lisle Alumni, Carlin Nalley Foundation Co-founder and Director It’s Saturday night. You and some friends are hanging out. Someone’s parents are gone for the weekend. Collectively, you decide that a party would be far better. The more the merrier. So you cruise the Meadows, Oakview, old Lisle to spread the word. You head to McDonald’s to see who’s there and have them spread the word. You work the phones Within two hours, hanging out with a couple of friends becomes a full-blown all-school party. Not just a party but a “someone-is-going-to-be-in-trouble” sized party. Sound familiar? We at the Lisle Alumni Carlin Nalley Foundation decided to provide that party house, adult libations, some munchies…… Now we have a final “ask” Since you could put all of that together in two hours back in the day, we’re asking you to do the same in the next twelve days:
We know you have this expertise in your past. And the good news is…….. we host, we clean up, and you don’t have to hide your adult beverages from anyone. Register by clicking the Blue & White: Reunite! Banner.  Thanks for registering and accepting my challenge to you. You and everyone you get to the party will be very glad you did.
Jay Grochowski Lisle Alumni, Carlin Nalley Foundation Co-founder and Director 630-202-2973  By: John Bartels, Class of 1985 Lisle High School Friends, Over the past 12 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as president of the Carlin Nalley Foundation Board. Over the years, I’ve connected with and reconnected with graduates spanning every decade since our first class in 1959. What I’ve discovered is that there is something truly unique about us—something I call our “Lisleness.” It’s hard to describe, but you know it when you feel it. Lisleness is the instant recognition when you bump into a classmate you haven’t seen in 30, 40, or even 50 years, and it feels like no time has passed. It’s the shared experiences— Walking the same hallways, cheering on the Lions, growing up in a town that shaped who we are. That’s why our All-Years Reunions are so special. They’re not just gatherings; they’re living reminders of where we came from and who we became because of it. They’re rare opportunities—only once every 3 to 5 years—to immerse yourself in that sense of belonging, to laugh about old stories, and to create brand-new memories with people who “get it.” On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Lisle alumni from across the country will come together at Benedictine University for “Blue & White: Reunite”—our sixth All Years Reunion. It will be an evening to celebrate our community, our friendships, and our shared bond of Lisleness. We only get so many trips around the sun. Don’t miss this chance to feel the joy, pride, and connection that only a Lisle reunion can bring. I look forward to seeing you there. Register today by clicking the banner below and be part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience. — John Bartels, Class of 1985  By Don Krause (LCHS ’72) Carlin Nalley Foundation Board Over the past year—between serving on the Carlin Nalley Foundation board and working with the “Blue& White: Reunite!" committee—I’ve talked with probably 200 alumni about the Lisle High All-Years Reunion coming up on Saturday, October 18. The reactions are basically bipolar:
“There’s something about the Lisle bond. You run into someone you haven’t seen in 50 years from Lisle, and it’s like you pick up where you left off.” That’s it. The Lisle bond. It’s hard to explain and easy to feel. And it’s why I think you’ll be glad you came. Click the banner to learn more. Lisle Alumni Ken Modaff & "Call Me Jo" band open Lisle High School All-Years reunion weekend.9/26/2025  “CALL ME JO” will kick off the all-years reunion weekend with a three-hour set from 8 pm until 11 pm on Friday, October 17, 2025, at BaseCamp Pub in Four Lakes Village. From Lady Gaga to Rascal Flats, Prince and Fleetwood Mac, to Elton John, the popular and versatile trio has been covering hits at venues throughout Chicagoland for years. The band features Ken Modaff (’72) on keyboards and award-winning vocalist, Stephanie Brinegar on lead vocals. Larry Modaff (’79) will be joining the group for a special set. Hundreds of local alums and a large number of out-of-towners are converging on the Arboretum Village to reconnect with friends and family from their LSHS days. The Lisle Alumni Carlin Nalley Foundation is proud to sponsor Call Me Jo to get the weekend rocking. The normal cover charge has been waived, so grab your classmates, teammates, castmates, bandmates, friends, family, former neighbors, significant others, and join in the fun. For more details and to purchase your tickets for “Blue and White Reunite,” click the banner.  A proud member of Lisle High School's class of 1990, Mark holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Benedictine University and a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from North Central College. For three decades, Mark has been a dedicated high school science teacher and coach. In 2006, he returned to his alma mater, Lisle High School, where he serves as a biology teacher and coaches basketball and track. Mark is honored to join the CNF board and shared this statement: "I am very proud to be selected to the Board of the Carlin Nalley Foundation. It is something unique to our school community, and I have seen firsthand the impact it has made on our students and families."  |
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