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Looking Good at 90+

Recent photo of three of the oldest Arcola High School alumni.

L-R: J.D. Strader (92), Archie Dague (91) & John Curry (93) - All from the AHS Class of 1952.

Oldest Living Alumni

The Arcola Alumni Association honors Arcola High School’s oldest living graduates. The newest honorees are:

Myrna Joy Strader Coy
James Duane "JD" Strader

To recommend an Arcola High School alumnus for recognition, complete the form.

Veterans

The Arcola Alumni Association has initiated its Veterans Recognition project. To be included, a person must meet the following criteria:

• Attended and/or graduated from Arcola High School
• Served in any branch of the U.S. Military
• Currently serving or received an honorable discharge

Complete and return the Veteran form to recommend a veteran for recognition.

Recent Class Reunions

We've added pages containing pictures and information from recent class reunions.
If your class had a reunion since 2005, we'll publish group pictures and information.
Forward the information via E-mail.

ALERT! ALERT! ALERT!

We have recently been made aware of E-Mail solicitations to Arcola alumni for memberships, merchandise, etc.   The solicitation includes a link to the www.alumniclass.com website - which is NOT the Arcola Alumni Association's website.

AT THIS TIME, THE ARCOLA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION DOES NOT OFFER LIFETIME MEMBERSHIPS NOR ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL MERCHANDISE.

OFFICIAL ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL MERCHANDISE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM VARIOUS ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS OR AFFILIATED BOOSTER GROUPS.

DO NOT subscribe/purchase merchandise via the www.alumniclass.com website with the intention of joining the Arcola Alumni Association or supporting local businesses/organizations.

Events
Archived Events

Class of 1985 40-year Reunion

The Class of 1985 will hold their 40-year Reunion on September 13, 2025 beginning at 5:00 PM:

Kaskaskia Country Club
450 East County Rd. 300 N
Arcola Illinois 61910

Members of the Classes of 1984 & 1986 are cordially invited to participate.

A buffet meal is included in the $25.00 per person registration. A cash bar will be available. Contact the following by August 22, 2025 to make your reservation or obtain additional information:

Andy Burnett by email or at 904-386-6839
Rick Klopfleisch at 217-460-0320

2025 Distinguished Alumni Honorees

The Arcola Alumni Association proudly announces the ninth class of Distinguished Alumni. The honored Arcola High School alumni and their year of graduation are:

Dan Ghere (1962)
William "Bill" Moody, deceased (1967)
Dr. Martin Carson, deceased (1971)
Diane Olson (1981)

The Distinguished Alumni banquet details:

Kaskaskia Country Club
October 18, 2025
Reception - 5:00 PM
Dinner - 6:00 PM
Awards - 7:00 PM (approximate)

Banquet Reservations may be submitted through October 11, 2025
Sponsor Donations are greatly appreciated to continue the Arcola schools projects underwritten by the Arcola Alumni Association.

For more information, contact:

Sue Stout (217) 840-6605
Judy Thomas (217) 259-3493
Kendall Moore (217) 246-4515

Work Based Learning (WBL) Advisory Board

Arcola Junior-Senior High School seeks passionate industry professionals to guide students in career readiness and work-based learning opportunities. As an Arcola High School Work Based Learning (WBL) advisory board member, you’ll have the chance to:

• Influence curriculum to align with industry needs
• Mentor and support the next generation of workers
• Strengthen partnerships between education and industry

Be a part of something bigger—help prepare students for success! Contact Baley Milton to volunteer or to obtain more information.