Past Events

Join us for a special screening of She Dared to Dream: Ayanna Pressley, a 28-minute documentary short by NAACP Award-winning director Abby Ginzberg, celebrating the inspiring journey and work of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley ’92. The film will be followed by a conversation with Congresswoman Pressley about her journey from Chicago to the halls of Congress. This in-person event will be held at her alma mater, Francis W. Parker School. Space is limited, so reserve your ticket today!

Community members are invited to take a self-guided tour of the many works of art donated to Parker. Tour brochures are available at the Clark Street Entrance.

Parker Helping Hands welcomes the Parker community to roll up their sleeves to lend your time and energy to various social service organizations throughout the city of Chicago. We invite you to join us for a park clean up in the fall benefitting the Chicago Parks Foundation.

Since the school’s founding in 1901, Parker has begun each academic year with the Corinthians Morning Ex. For the first time in 125 years, Parker welcomes our entire community to participate in this tradition where our community reaffirms the community’s connections and commitment to one another. Prior to the Corinthians MX, join us for a commemorative 125 photo on the field and a community breakfast reception in the Bailey Garden.

Parker is hosting a special recognition event for members of the Colonel Club—those who have donated to Parker for five or more consecutive years—and members of our Anita McCormick Blaine Planned Giving Society. Invited guests will receive an email invite from Paperless Post with information about registering to attend.

Join our Parker Colonels for the 125th Anniversary Homecoming Celebration! Homecoming includes our annual Parade of Athletes, MX, and a special community tailgate hosted by Parker's Parents Association.

Parker's College Dinner Series is back for year two! Join Dean of Student Life Joe Bruno and Director of Alumni Relations Chuck Lira as they hit the road to reconnect with Parker alumni on college campuses across the country. This year's series begins at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, followed by Tulane University and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with the possibility of additional schools and cities being added throughout the year. These complimentary dinners are a chance to catch up with fellow alumni, share your college experiences, and stay connected to the Parker community—wherever your college journey has taken you.

Try your luck with the Scholastic Bowl Team's "125 Daily Tossup." Questions will be on view daily on the front alcove monitor.