Time Flies, Friendship Lasts: Celebrate 55 Years
55th Reunion
October 16 & 17, 2026
Our 55th Reunion Committee Members are (in random order):
Glenn Wagner (Sr. Class President), Betsy Price, John Beyer, Sisie Puntil-Wilcek, Steve Scott,
Karen Fordyce-Hughes, Brent Johnston, Cynthia Steagall-Paulsen, Paul Van Den Eeden
Welcome to the York High School Class of 1971 55th Reunion Home page
Registration for reunion events is now open
Friday October 16, 2026
Open House - Informal get-together
Spring Inn
552 Spring Street in Elmhurst
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
No fee - Come and go as you please
Cash Bar
The only food available at the Spring Inn is frozen pizza, cooked, of course... But
Bringing in your favorite carry-out is allowed & encouraged
Food delivery available
Robertos Pizza delivers
Delivery from local restaurants
Uber Eats or other delivery services
Football Game - 7:30 pm ***UPDATED INFORMATION***
York vs Lyons Township (LT) at YORK's Clarence D East Field
Go to the game then stop by the Spring Inn later, or watch the game on the big screen at the Spring Inn
Self directed activity i.e. You are on your own - The Reunion Committee will not be coordinating attendance
Saturday October 17, 2026
Tour of York High School at 10:00 am - Please arrive at least 20 minutes early
There is no fee for this, but donations are gratefully accepted. The donated funds go towards scholarships and other programs for York High School Students.
55th Reunion Celebration
Knights of Columbus Hall
537 S. York Street in Elmhurst
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
A short opening program
Hors 'd oeuvres, Buffet style meal (think Portillo's) with Salad and other sides, Desserts, Various snack items, etc.
Cash Bar
Photos
Background Music
The cost will be $85 per person. A Registration form that accepts payment will be posted soon.
Cost covers K of C Hall rental, food, decorations, and other incidentals.
Hotel accommodations at Group Rates are available
For those of you from out of town that need a place to stay, a block of rooms have been reserved at group rates. You can book directly with the hotel using the link below.
Marriott Residence Inn Chicago/Oakbrook
790 Jorie Blvd
Oakbrook, IL, 60523
Amenities include
Hot breakfast daily
Fitness Center
Indoor Pool
Group Rates available Wednesday October 14 - Saturday October 17 (check out Sunday Oct. 18), per night:
Studio Suite: $139.00
One Bedroom Suite: $149.00
Studio King Suite: $159.00
Booking is available now directly with the hotel at this link:
Book your group rate for York High School Reunion
Once the link opens, edit the number of nights if you want only 1, 2, or 3 (it defaults to all 4 nights).
Then click "Check Availability" to view and select the room option you want.
