Alumni - Community High School District 99

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Upcoming Downers Grove North Reunions

Class of 1975 - 50th class reunion - Save The Date - 9/27/2025. If you have not already, please send us an email to dgn75classreunion@gmail.com so that you will receive updates on the reunion as they develop.

If you are planning a reunion and would like support in contacting classmates or scheduling a school tour, please contact us to make arrangements at communications@csd99.org. Please let us know your reunion plans and we will post them here!

Upcoming Downers Grove South Reunions

Downers Grove South Distinguished Alumni

Downers Grove South Distinguished Alumni Awards

Since 2014, South High School in Downers Grove has recognized outstanding alumni as they have made outstanding contributions in their field and continue to make their mark in the world.

Our Distinguished Alumni program recognizes South High alumni who have made significant contributions to society and whose accomplishments, affiliations and careers have honored the legacy of excellence at our school. Celebrating the history and diverse experiences of our alumni will empower current and future students to create a positive impact on the world.

Nominate a Classmate

With the 50th Anniversary celebration of South High in 2014, DGS named its Inaugural Class of "Distinguished Alumni."

Class of 2024 Distinguished Alumni

Jon Hansen - Class of 2002
Lee Ann Kim - Class of 1988
Paul Kludac (posthumous award) - Class of 1997
Michael Taylor - Class of 1985

Class of 2022 Distinguished Alumni

Tushar (Tony) Ambegaoker, Class of 1987
Dr. Alexander J. Gallan, Class of 2005
Heather Hathaway Miranda, Class of 1990
Major Matthew A. Krempel, Class of 2004
Mary Lou O’Grady, R.N., Class of 1972
John C. Robak, Class of 1985

Class of 2018 Distinguished Alumni

Maudlyne Ihejirika (Class of 1981)
Amy Liss (Class of 2001)
Dr. Robert Roose (Class of 1997)
Dr. Samir Soneji (Class of 1994)
Captain Nicholas Tilbrook (Class of 1988)

Class of 2016 Distinguished Alumni

Jill (Kroese) Aspegren (Class of 1983)
Dr. Mark Hersam (Class of 1993)
Emil Martinec (Class of 1976)
Greg Smith (Class of 1982)

Class of 2014 Distinguished Alumni

Captain Daniel L. Cheever (Class of 1982)
Derek Lloyd Choi-Lundberg, Ph.D. (Class of 1997)
Elaine Fuchs, Ph.D. (Class of 1968)
Michael Mendoza, M.D. (Class of 1992)
Captain Kent A. Paro (Class of 1982)
Katarina J. Ruscic, M.D., Ph.D. (Class of 2002)

If you have any questions, contact Jennifer Martinez, Director of Activities, at jmartinez@csd99.org or 630-795-8518.

Downers Grove North Alumni Award of Excellence

Since 2003, North High School in Downers Grove has recognized outstanding alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their field and continue to make their mark in the world.

Our Alumni Award of Excellence program recognizes North High alumni who have made significant contributions to society and whose accomplishments, affiliations and careers have honored the legacy of excellence at our school. Celebrating the history and diverse experiences of our alumni will empower current and future students to create a positive impact on the world.

Nominate a Classmate

The Alumni Award of Excellence Program was established in 2003 by Mr. Fritz Wildermuth, former principal of North High School.

The following people have been Alumni Award of Excellence recipients:

Class of 2018:

Staff Sergeant Kristin Bowers - Class of 2002
Dr. Christine Todd - Class of 1985
Dr. Thomas Wascher - Class of 1977

Class of 2016:

Ms. Erica Lynette Edwards - Class of 1998
Dr. Burr Eichelman - Class of 1961

Class of 2014:

Ms. Karen Badendick Laio - Class of 1973
Dr. Kevin Michael Myles - Class of 1952

Class of 2009:

Dr. Sara (Sally) Armstrong
Sr. Joseph Balagtas
Mrs. Lynette Yakley Edwards
Mr. Laurence Gassen
Mr. Dave Humphreys
Mr. Christopher Huntley
Dr. Patrick O’Flaherty
Mr. Harry Pease

Class of 2005:

Ms. Muriel Anderson
Ms. Gloria McGill Burdette
Dr. Steven Devick
Cmdr. Joseph Hibbeln, MD
Mr. Fred Krehbiel
Mr. Timothy McJoynt
Dr. Floyd Mizener

Class of 2004:

Ms. Jane Armstrong-Byrne
Dr. Russell Fernald
Dr. Gary Hlady
The Honorable James McDermott
Dr. Roger Vieth

Class of 2003:

Mr. Ronald Baukol
Mr. Tomlinson Holman
Ms. Karen Kabbes
Mr. Robert Lewis
Dr. George McDonough
Mr. Sherrill Milnes
Dr. John Wander
Ms. Dimis Wyman