Parker Alumni Connection
The goal of Parker's Alumni Office is to strengthen your connections with each other and the School. We plan fun events to engage your participation and offer opportunities to deepen your relationship to Parker and the alumni community.
Parker Alumni Connection
November 2022
From the Alumni Office
As the season shifts to fall, our thoughts go to traditions with family and friends. We just celebrated a favorite Parker community tradition--Homecoming. This year's event was a huge hit thanks to the efforts of the Parents Association Homecoming Chairs, and Parker alums, Bell Drouin ’89 and Erika Otto ’85. Belle and Ericka joined faculty, staff, students, and parents to keep beloved traditions like the student club booths, the Lower School parade, the presentation of the Homecoming Court, and football under the Friday night lights, alive and well. Thank you to the alumni that stopped by the Alumni table to say hello. I loved meeting you!
If you missed Homecoming this year, there are several opportunities to engage with your Parker family in the upcoming months. I hope to meet many more of you soon!
Cheers,
Mary Cook
Last Decade Reunion
Saturday, Nov. 26, 2 to 4pm
Kaiora Brewing, University Heights
Calling all Alumni from the Classes of 2012 through 2022. Join us the Saturday after Thanksgiving to reconnect with fellow Lancers, as well as faculty and staff (Ryan Griggs, Keven Ford, and more!).
Reserve your spot to this casual afternoon gathering by Nov. 15 to receive a complimentary drink ticket and appetizers.
Hope to see you there!
Platinum Reunion
Saturday, Dec. 10, 2 to 4pm
Private home, Mission Hills
Join classmates from the Classes of 1949 to 1972 on Saturday, Dec. 10 for a delightful afternoon event. Enjoy savory and sweet treats, coffee, wine, and great conversation.
To learn more or RSVP, email Mary Cook at mcook@francisparker.org, or call 858/874-3383.
New! Student-Alumni Games
Jan. 6-7, 2023
Save the date for a series of fun, semi-competitive exhibition games that will mix and match teams of alumni, current students, coaches and retired faculty/staff.
Enjoy a Friday night water polo match, and Saturday volleyball and soccer games, followed by a pizza social for alumni and students.
To learn more or participate as a player, email Mary Cook at mcook@francisparker.org, or call 858/874-3383.
Give Back
Do you recall the impact Parker's Internship Program had on you as a student? Would you like to pay it forward?
Director of Community Engagement Kevin Dunn is looking for sponsors in a wide array of professions to host a Parker intern during Interim Week (Mar. 13-17, 2023). Click the button below to see what careers are needed and to learn more.
Class of 1987 Reunion
Members of the Class of 1987 celebrated their 35 Year Reunion! This fun-loving group gathered in October thanks to the wonderful planning of "Class President for Life" Char Ramey Hutchins and host Holly Bauer, who opened her lovely home to her classmates.
Class of 2002 Reunion
The Class of 2002's 20 Year Reunion took place Saturday, Oct. 22 at NTC Park in Liberty Station. Hosts Mike Shotton and Jay Frank created a joyous, family-friendly afernoon complete with not one, but two, bounce houses!
Remembering Rosemary (Rosie) Rutherford
It is with heavy hearts that we share that retired faculty member, past parent and past grandparent, Rosie Rutherford passed away on Sept. 18, 2022. Rosie taught 2nd grade at Parker for 31 years and enjoyed teaching with her best friend, Joan Maher. The Memorial/Celebration of Life will be held on Nov. 5 at 11am at the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church.
Class Notes
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