All Class Reunion Will Bring Together Decades of Westlake Students

This year's  Homecoming will be a special one, with alumni of all ages and graduating classes coming back to their old stomping grounds.

The Westlake All Class Reunion organizing committee is already hard at work planning a weekend of fun events, including a big party at , tours of the high school and much more.

"We're so excited," said organizer Cathy Axcell. "We have a great group of people who have volunteered on so many school projects: teachers, parents, supporters, alumni... we're really excited to kick this off!"

Postcards are going out to all alumni, and there is even a website and a hotline for anyone who wants to get involved.

"I can't say enough about Mary Beth Schneidler [alumna and former teacher] and her efforts to maintain a database," Axcell said. "That has really enabled us to reach a lot of people."

But you don't have to be a WHS graduate to get in on the fun. On Friday, there will be a party during and after the Homecoming game for all Westlake schools alumni and supporters at La Centre. 

"We want to make sure that we can offer [this event] to parents of Westlake students too," Axcell said. "Many of us parents have been so involved and volunteered for so many years as our kids make their way through Westlake schools."

The event will include tailgate food, a cash bar, live bands and dancing in the main ballroom. Banners with each decade will be set up so that classmates can find each other easily. Axcell said there will also be a quieter lounge area for friends to catch up and even a photo booth.

Here is a list of the planned events, organized by various groups, for Homecoming weekend:

Friday, September 28

4 to 7 pm: Spaghetti Dinner

5:30 pm: Homecoming Parade - Alumni are encouraged to walk with a banner, create a float or just sit and watch. If you're interested in participating, email info@westlakeallalumni.com

6:15 pm: March of the Alumni and photos

7 pm: Homecoming Football Game against Olmsted Falls

8 pm to 1 am: All Class Reunion at La Centre - tickets are $60 if purchased before Aug. 15 and $70 if purchased Aug. 16 to Sept. 20.

Saturday, September 29

8 to 11 am: Westlake Kiwanis Club Pancake Breakfast in the high school cafeteria

9 am to noon: Tours of Westlake High School and a musical reception by Westlake students and an opportunity to preview the new high school through pictures.

Evening: Alumni Night Out - meet up with friends at area establishments that support Westlake schools

To buy tickets, check for updated information or to help plan the weekend, visit the website.