Alumni & ​Friends

Weekend

Great Lakes Christian High School

weekend overview

September 27-29, 2024

Alumni and Friends Weekend is an annual event filled with reunions, reminiscing, ​and reconnecting. This year, we've expanded the celebration to include all Great ​Lakes friends, ensuring everyone who has been part of our journey feels ​welcome. Join us on campus for a weekend that celebrates our shared history ​and bright future. Let's come together to honor the bonds that make our ​community so special!

Schedule

Friday

Sept 27

7:00 pm

Badminton/Pickleball Tournaments

9:00 pm

Open Gym and Campfire

Saturday

Sept 28

10:00 am

Continental Breakfast

10:30 am

Chapel

12:00 pm

Laker BBQ

Afternoon

Class Reunions

6:00 pm

Homecoming Banquet

Punch Reception at 5:30

Tickets must be purchased

sunday

Sept 29

10:00 am

Church Service


Goodbyes

See you next year!

Homecoming ​Banquet

Join us for the Homecoming Banquet on ​Saturday, with a reception at 5:30 p.m. and ​dinner starting at 6:00 p.m. This special ​evening is open to both alumni and friends ​of GL, offering a chance to reconnect, ​celebrate, and honor this year's Alumna of ​the Year. Don't miss out on this memorable ​event!


Close Up Photo of Badminton Rackets and Shuttlecock
Pickleball and paddle on court

Badminton and Pickleball ​Tournaments

We're shaking things up this year with exciting ​badminton and pickleball tournaments on Friday ​night! Not into playing? No worries! We still want ​you there to cheer on your classmates and soak in ​the fun.


And for those eager to keep the energy going, we’ll ​have an open gym after the tournaments where ​you can jump into some friendly games with your ​friends. Don’t miss out—it’s going to be a night to ​remember!

Class Reunions

Class Reunions are always a standout ​highlight of the weekend, bringing together ​old friends and sparking new memories. While ​many reunions happen on Saturday ​afternoon, some classes plan their gatherings ​throughout the entire weekend. If your class is ​planning a get-together, we want to help ​spread the word! Email us at alumni@glchs.ca ​with the details, and we'll make sure your ​classmates are in the loop. Let's make this ​reunion weekend one for the books!

Graduation Hat Over The Slate With Written Text Class Reunion

Alumna of the Year

Martha (May) Wells

Class of 1957

For over four decades, from 1958 to 1994, Martha ​May's name became inseparable from Great Lakes. ​Her journey with the school began as a student, ​enrolling in GLCC’s second year of operation and ​studying from 1953 to 1958. Afterward, she wore ​many hats—from teaching the commercial course ​and typing to serving as the secretary to the ​President.


Martha's dedication didn’t stop there. She was ​instrumental in shaping the school’s future, from co-​founding the Alumni Association to serving as a ​charter member and executive leader of the WAVES ​for 18 years.


To recognize her unwavering commitment and ​countless contributions to both the school and her ​faith, we are proud to honor Martha (May) Wells as ​this year’s Alumnus of the Year at our Homecoming ​Banquet. We invite you to join us in celebrating ​Martha's legacy and help us show our appreciation ​for all she has done. Don’t miss this special evening!

Class of 1974 Reunion

The Class of 1974 is in for a special treat this ​Alumni and Friends Weekend! Lawrence ​Whitfield and Becky Courson have thoughtfully ​planned a couple of events just for your class, ​creating opportunities to reconnect, share ​memories, and relive the unforgettable ​moments from your time at Great Lakes.


Whether you’re reminiscing about old stories ​or catching up on life since graduation, these ​gatherings promise to be meaningful and fun. ​Mark your calendars, and don’t miss out on this ​chance to reunite with your fellow classmates ​from the Class of ’74.

Restaurant ​Gathering

Friday, September 27

7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

The Butcher and Banker Pub

4520 Ontario Street, Beamsville


RSVP required

Email Becky - racourson@gmail.com

Come and Go ​Gather​ing

Saturday, September 28

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Beamsville Church of Christ

4900 John Street, Beamsville


RSVP not required

**If your class is hosting a reunion and would like to promote it here, send the details to alumni@glchs.ca.**

Class of 1979 Reunion

The Class of 1979 is hosting a special reunion during Alumni ​& Friends Weekend! Whether you've stayed in touch over ​the years or it’s been a while since you’ve connected, this is ​a perfect chance to reminisce and celebrate with your ​fellow classmates. Join us in the Common Room of Perry ​Hall on Saturday, September 28, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. No ​registration is required—just come and enjoy! If you have ​any questions, feel free to contact Dianne Gardner at ​drg539@gmail.com. Don’t miss this opportunity to ​reconnect and share memories with the Class of 1979!

Feel free to reach out to the planning ​committee if you have any comments or ​questions.

905-563-5374 ext. 253