St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation, St. Joseph, Michigan

Alumni

Greetings SJHS Alumni,

The St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation is interested in gathering contact information for as many SJHS Alumni as possible. The purpose of this information is to communicate with you from time to time and keep you updated on the many wonderful activities going in your alma mater’s district.  Your information will not be shared with persons or organizations outside of St. Joseph Public Schools.  Additionally, we are available to assist you with class reunion resources such as alumni banners, electronic sign postings, SJPS materials and high school tours.
Distinguished Alumni Award
The St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation honors alumni who have excelled in their professions and/or made significant contributions to their community. The Distinguished Alumni Award will recognize exemplary St. Joseph High School graduates. No one actively employed by the school system or currently serving on the School Board or Foundation Board will be considered.
Distinguished Alumni achievements, strength of character and citizenship serve as a valuable model to inspire and challenge current students. Nominees will be accepted in the following categories:  Professional Achievement, Community Service and Volunteerism.
Selection will be based on the following criteria:
  •   Graduate of St. Joseph Public Schools of ten or more years.
  •   Demonstrates a high level of achievement in his/her category and has made significant contributions.
  •   Exhibits inspirational leadership, character, and service.
Nominations for 2026 will be accepted through November 1, 2025.  Posthumous nominations will be accepted. Nominations will be kept on hand for two years and will be considered again the following year.

CLASS REUNION INFORMATION

 

Class of 1965 – 60 Year Reunion

August 16, 2025
SJHS School Tour – Saturday morning
Contact: Sally Burgess or 269-429-3771

 

Class of 1975 – 50 Year Reunion

September 12 – 13, 2025
Friday: Babe’s Riverfront Bar and Grill
Saturday: SJHS School Tour – 10:30 am. 
Party at Shadowland on Silver Beach
Contacts: Cathy Edingerand Catherine Thomas

 

Class of 1980 – 45 Year Reunion

Saturday August 23, 2025 
SJHS School Tour – 10:00 am
Union and Social – 6-10 pm
216 Court Street
Saint Joseph MI 49085
Contact:  1980SJHS@gmail.com 
Hosted by: Susan Baushke, Jane Boerma
Carter, Cathy Dudding Mavis, Diane
Hansen, Lora Dollar Heinz, Catherine
Rahn Collier, Jeanne Dwan, John Harju

 

Class of 1985 – 40 Year Reunion

October 10 – 11, 2025
Friday Night – Homecoming football game and recognition
Saturday – 10:30 am – Walking tour at SJHS and bench project dedication
6:00 to 10:00 pm. – North Pier Brewing Company
Contact: Cyndi Simmons

 

Class of 2005 – 20 Year Reunion

Saturday August 9, 2025
5:00 p.m.  Watermark Brewing Co.
Contact: Nora Hegstrom 

Reunion organizers, please contact

Ren Baldwin for help with your upcoming reunion.

 

 

Alumni welcome banners

Table decor

SJHS Tours

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