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For specific information about Chillicothe alumni, please call the district offices at 660-646-4566 or email one of the reunion contacts listed below. Currently, this page lists reunions we are aware of and Booster Club information.

You may find information about the classes of the 1950's (all years) by visiting the CHS-Maxi-Reunion web site. This site includes lists of class members and their email addresses, if known, and much more!

For more information about each of our schools, click on the school links above. For other general information, click on the links at left. Thank you!

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Chillicothe R-II Schools
1020 Old Hwy 36 W
Chillicothe, MO 64601
Phone: 660-646-4566
Fax: 660-646-6508

Chillicothe High School
2801 Hornet Road
Phone: 646-0700
Fax: 646-7106

Grand River Technical School
1200 Fair Street
Phone: 646-3414
Fax: 646-3568

Chillicothe Middle School
1529 Calhoun Street
Phone: 646-1916
Fax: 646-5065

Central Elementary School
321 Elm Street
Phone: 646-2359
Fax: 646-3832

Field Elementary School
1100 Oak Street
Phone: 646-2909
Fax: 646-6286

Dewey Elementary School
905 Dickinson
Phone: 646-4255
Fax: 646-0801

Garrison School
209 Henry
Phone: 646-1653

Bus Barn
1011 Gilbert
Phone: 646-6309

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CHS Tribute Edition
By Catherine Stortz Ripley. Constitution-Tribune
Fri May 08, 2009

A special edition commemorating the old Chillicothe High School building on Calhoun Street is now available for purchase at the Constitution-Tribune business office. The edition features photographs and interviews of former teachers, administrators and students. The building, constructed in 1924, is slated for demolition this summer. The edition sells for 75 cents.

 

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CHS Football Alumni

Greetings to the CHS Football Alum and Friends... visit our new web site!

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Class Reunions

Chillicothe class of 1969 is holding a reunion on July 25, 2009, at the Grand River Inn. Visit www.chillicothe69reunion.com for details! You may email chillicotheclassof69@yahoo.com.

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he Class of 1989 is planning our 20-year reunion for the weekend of July 31st and Aug 1st, 2009. Contact person for this is Gail (Sharp) Stark - please email Gail to register or with your questions and/or comments.

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Class of 1988

The CHS Class of 1988 held their 20-year reunion the weekend of June 27-28, 2008. The weekend began with a family picnic Friday night. Due to inclement weather, the picnic was moved from Simpson Park to the Chillicothe Middle School commons area. On Saturday evening, a banquet was held at the Chillicothe Country Club. There were approximately 54 class members in attendance, including one who traveled from Germany!

Class of 1988 in 2008
Photo by Jescott Images, Cameron
Click for a closer view.

A booklet was put together with classmate and high school information. If you did not attend, you may purchase the booklet for $5 plus postage. There is a very limited supply left.

We have found every one of our classmates except one: Carol DeLynn Newham. If you have any information or leads on this class member, would like a booklet or want information on future reunions, please contact Rochelle Koehly at 660-646-1430.

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Class of 1978

The Class of 1978 held their 30-year high school reunion on Saturday, July 19 at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 7:00 p.m. Click here for registration information and details of the reunion.

If you have address and/or email changes or questions regarding the reunion, please contact Marlene Breeden Koechner or Melanie Dorst Radosevich (913. 713.6223).

We had a great time.

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Class of 1977

The class of 1977 held its 30-year class reunion on July 7, 2007, at the Elks Hall in Chillicothe. We had approximately 50 graduates attend. Bailey Studio took our photo!

Click on photo for a closer view of the class of 1977... in 2007!
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Class of 1987

The class of 1987 held its reunion June 15 & 16, 2007 (Friday night at the Chillicothe Country Club at 7:00 for hors'deurves; Saturday night at the Grand River Inn from 6-7 for happy hour, class picture at 7:00, and then dinner followed).

You may visit www.chs87grads.com for information or contact Eric Reeter by e-mail or by phone at 660-646-8147 with any questions about the reunion or your classmates.

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Class of 1964

The class of 1964 held their 40th class reunion over Labor Day Weekend 2004 on Saturday and Sunday, September 4th and 5th. For future reunion,s please send your U.S. mailing address and also your email address to Mrs. Barbara Lame. We always plan fun events and look forward to seeing everyone.

We still need addresses for the following class members (updated April 8, 2004):

  • Ronald Frizzel
  • Gail Gokbora
  • Gary Sharp
  • Linda Spainhour
  • Candy Taylor
  • Anita Williams
  • Gail Wilson
  • Dan VanDeventer

If anyone has information on how to contact these classmates, please contact Barbara Gale Lame.

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Class of 1953

The 50th year reunion was held June 27, 28, and 29, 2003, with all activities at the Grand River Inn. A reception was held Friday night, a banquet on Saturday night, and a brunch on Sunday morning. For information on future reunions, contact:

Carolyn (Hurst) Stephens
1816 Boyd St.
Chillicothe, MO 64601
Phone: 660-646-1019
Email: cstephens@greenhills.net

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Class of 1983

Date: June 21, 2003
A tour of the old high school was held from 2-3 p.m. At 6 p.m., classmates met in front of the old high school for a group photo. The Knights of Columbus Hall was the location for food, drinks, and a DJ. A silent auction raised money for future reunions and memorial contributions.

Class of 1983 reunion in 2003... click to enlarge. (19695 bytes)

Amy Hess sent this photo.
You may click on the photo to see a closer view.
Photo by Murphy's Studio.

We are putting together a book with classmates' addresses, emails, kids names and ages, spouses, and a brief statement of what you have been up to. The book is included in the reunion registration. However, if you were unable to attend, you may purchase a book for only $10. We will mail it to you after the reunion.

A golf tournament was also held. Shawn Benson planned to have photos of classmates' families, kids, vacations, homes, etc., made into a video. For more information, contact Shawn at 9651 Redbud Lane, Lenexa, KS 66220 or by calling 913-207-7979.

If you have any questions regarding future reunions, please contact Amy Fairchild Hess at 646-4868 (day) or Kenny Crawford at 707-1629 (evenings). Amy's email is hessheat3@aol.com.

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Class of 1993

The 10-year reunion was held August 15-16 in Chillicothe. On Friday, August 15, the class met at Chance's. On Saturday, August 16, there was a tour of the new high school. A family picnic was held in Simpson Park, with a buffet and dance held at the Elk's Lodge. For information about future reunions, contact Rhonda Oesch at 660-738-4144 or by email at rhoda@greenhills.net or visit www.chs1993.org.

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Class of 1960

The class of 1960 held its reunion in 2005. Members of this class include Butch Clark, Clark Gwinn, Judy Shaffer, Sharon Barnes, Cathie Hamilton, Ray Mitchell, and Jim Summerville.

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Booster Club Information

Chillicothe Booster Club Mission Statement
The Booster Club was established as a support group to encourage parent and community participation and to raise funds to enhance and expand the Athletic programs that are available to each individual student at Chillicothe High School. The Booster Club feels strongly that parent and community involvement during the high school years can be a key to the success of the individual student.

Meetings

The Booster Club meets four times per year in the CHS Commons on the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited!

Officers

President: Greg Thurmon
Secretary/Treasurer: Rosie Parker

Board of Directors/Sports Representatives

Football: Scott Stephens; Softball: Alan Brock; Girls Golf: TBA; Girls Tennis: Rachel Moore; Volleyball: Pam Gannon; Cross Country: Patti Leatherman; Basketball (Boys): Rosie Parker and Kathy Gilliland; Basketball (Girls): Lisa Gann; Wrestling: Robert Quinn & Marcella Murray; Baseball: Steve Truesdell; Girls Track: Pam Constant; Boys Tennis: Brenda Fellhoelter; Boys Golf: Kathy Gilliland; Boys Track: TBA; Girls Soccer: Dr. Roger Brick; Swimming: Rebecca Franke; Boys Soccer: TBA; Ex-Officio: Randy Dean; C-Club Presidents, Girls and Boys Representatives

Thanks to all our members this year for supporting our sports programs.

In July, 2004, the Booster Club voted to purchase a trailer to be used for Softball/Baseball to transport and store equipment. Shelving and storage racks are being built inside. In May, 2005, the trailer will be painted with a Hornet design.

February, 2005, the Club voted to purchase an indoor pitching machine to be used for baseball and softball, with wiffle type balls and batter pack so it can be transported and used any location. The Club also voted to apply up to $4,000 to the weight room for new racks, bars, and weights for more stations.

Membership Fund Drive
New memberships are always welcome! Our annual Fund Drive is held in August and September. New membership levels are:

  • $5 Student Gift: C-Booster Decal, Membership Card (for all levels)
  • $10 Gift: C-Booster Decal, Membership Card
  • $25 Gift: Booster Towel, plus above
  • $50 Gift: Booster Hat, Decal, and Card
  • $100 Gift: Booster Stadium Blanket, Decal, and Card
  • $250 White (Corporate Level): Plaque with room for membership date up to six years
  • $500 Red: Plaque
  • $1,000 Black: Plaque, plus vinyl banner displayed at all home football, basketball, and baseball games

Note: Corporate Memberships and Banners are to be paid YEARLY.

For more information about becoming a CHS Booster, contact Phil Willard, Athletic Director, at 660-646-0700.

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Public Notice
Nondiscrimination Statement
Chillicothe R-II School District

The Chillicothe R-II School District complies with all federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974 and the American Disabilities Act (ADA). It is the policy of the school district that no person, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap, shall be discriminated against in employment, educational programs and activities or admissions. Inquiries or complaints concerning the Chillicothe R-II School District’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title II, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 or the American Disabilities Act (ADA) may be directed to: Superintendent Office, Chillicothe R-II School District, P.O. Box 530, Chillicothe, Missouri, 64601. (660-646-4566).


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