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Whitney Young High School Alumni We are Whitney Young High School Alumni celebrating all who have walked the halls of WY! Whitney Young High School was established in 1975.

Throughout the years, some of the world's most dynamic and influential people have graced the halls of our illustrious Alma mater. Here, we celebrate them 🧡🐬💙

🐬 Dolphins, we want to know who's running!Are you a Whitney Young alum currently running for elected office? Are you see...
09/28/2026

🐬 Dolphins, we want to know who's running!

Are you a Whitney Young alum currently running for elected office? Are you seeking office for the first time or running for reelection? We want to hear from you.

This call is open to Dolphins running for elected office in any city, county, state or jurisdiction across the country.

Send us:
• Full name and graduation year
• Office you're seeking and jurisdiction
• Election date
• Headshot
• Website and social media handles

📩 DM us or email [email protected]

And Dolphins, help us find everyone!

If you know a fellow Dolphin who is currently running for elected office, tag them below or send this post their way. 🐬🧡💙

Whitney Young Alumni is sharing this information solely to inform our alumni community about fellow graduates seeking elected office. Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement of any candidate or campaign.

🐬 Dolphins, SAVE THE DATE!The Whitney Young Alumni’s 2027 All-Class Reunion Cookout is happening Saturday, July 24th, 20...
09/15/2026

🐬 Dolphins, SAVE THE DATE!

The Whitney Young Alumni’s 2027 All-Class Reunion Cookout is happening Saturday, July 24th, 2027!

Every class. Every generation. One Dolphin family. 🧡💙

Yes. We checked with The Q. We’re good 😊

Visit WhitneyYoungAlumni.org to join our email list and receive reunion updates, registration details, and more!

To every hand that builds, creates, teaches, heals, and serves.Happy Labor Day, Dolphins 🧡🐬💙
09/07/2026

To every hand that builds, creates, teaches, heals, and serves.

Happy Labor Day, Dolphins 🧡🐬💙

The Whitney Young Alumni Association extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. James Byron Hooks, Jr., who ...
09/03/2026

The Whitney Young Alumni Association extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. James Byron Hooks, Jr., who passed away on July 3, 2026.

Dr. Hooks dedicated more than 30 years to education, including nearly 15 years at Whitney M. Young Magnet HS as an English teacher and disciplinarian before retiring in 1992. His legacy at Whitney Young also lives on through four of his six children, who graduated from our school.

A virtual memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Please see the flyer for details.

We send our love and support to his son, Joffrey Hooks, Class of 1992, and the entire Hooks family. 🧡💙

08/17/2026

The rain held off just long enough to make it official—which feels very Brian Sleet: get the business done and keep it moving. 😂

Friends, family, his parents, his fiancée Nathalie Essex, Whitney Young’s Class of 1996, and Dolphins from across the years came together to honor a man who was truly loved by so many.

Now and forever, Sleet’s name will live at 88th & Indiana.

Brian Sleet Way is officially dedicated. 💙🐬🧡

💙🧡 This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Class of 1996, and there is one Dolphin who should be here celebrating a...
08/09/2026

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This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Class of 1996, and there is one Dolphin who should be here celebrating alongside his classmates: Brian Sleet, Class of ’96.

On Saturday, August 15, Brian will be honored with the dedication of Honorary Brian Sleet Way in the Chatham community he loved, served and called home.

Brian was a lawyer, political strategist and behind-the-scenes powerhouse in Chicago politics. He helped elect leaders, mentored young Black organizers, encouraged young people to pursue college and pushed people to think bigger about what was possible.

But titles don’t really explain Sleet.

He was the friend who showed up. The person with an open ear. He was present, dependable and genuinely cared. And somehow, he knew EVERYBODY. 😂

Brian loved Chicago, particularly the South Side. He could have taken his talent, relationships and opportunities anywhere, but he chose to build his life here, invest here, mentor here and help other people succeed here.

When Brian passed in December 2018 at just 41, stories and memories poured in from across the city. In the days that followed, one phrase came to capture just how deeply his loss was felt:

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Because if you knew Sleet, you understood.

He really was Chicago. 💙

Now, a piece of the city he loved will permanently carry his name.

📍 James E. McDade Classical School
8801 S. Indiana Avenue
📅 Saturday, August 15 | 🕒 3 PM

If you’re around, come out and represent for our fellow Dolphin, Brian Sleet. He is truly missed. 💙🧡

Once a Dolphin, always a Dolphin.

💙🧡 THANK YOU, DOLPHINS! 🐬What a day.When the weather forced us to pivot indoors, you didn’t miss a beat. You showed up, ...
08/03/2026

💙🧡 THANK YOU, DOLPHINS! 🐬

What a day.

When the weather forced us to pivot indoors, you didn’t miss a beat. You showed up, celebrated, danced, laughed, and reminded us exactly why theee Whitney M. Young Magnet High School Alumni are so special.

A heartfelt thank you to every Dolphin who made Saturday a whole vibe!

Congratulations to our milestone reunion classes:
🐬 ’81 • ’86 • ’91 • ’96 • ’01 • ‘06

A special shoutout to Whitney Young c/o 1996, who led the way with an incredible 87 classmates in attendance! 👏

Thank you to:
💙 Taylor Mason (’06) & Taylor’s Tacos Chicago
🎧 Our amazing alumni DJs:
Ryan Roberts (DJ SKOLi), Sherry Burns Fuller (DJ SherryBerry), Sheldon Campbell (DJ Shellz), Ethell Day III (DJ I AM), Matthew Brown (DJ Toure), and Nate Carter (DJ Jive Fresh).

Special congratulations to Ryan Roberts, who welcomed a WHOLE NEW BABY the NIGHT BEFORE the reunion and STILL showed up to open the event. That’s Dolphin dedication. 👶🏾🎧

Thank you to Chicago Teachers Union, Mayor Brandon Johnson, Principal Harris, our committee, volunteers, vendors, photographers, class captains, and every alumnus who helped make the day a success.

Events like this don’t happen because of one person. They happen because an entire community decides they’re worth showing up for.

📸 Recap coming soon! Be sure to post your photos in the Whitney Young All-Class Reunion Facebook group or tag on IG.

💬 We’d love your feedback! DM us or email [email protected] as we begin planning next year’s reunion.

See you at the October Tailgate and the Holiday Party!

You know the motto:
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🐬 Tomorrow, we celebrate the Whitney Young Class of 2001's 25-Year Reunion! 💙🧡Please help us wish the Class of 2001 a ha...
07/31/2026

🐬 Tomorrow, we celebrate the Whitney Young Class of 2001's 25-Year Reunion! 💙🧡

Please help us wish the Class of 2001 a happy 25th reunion as they return to Young to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate this milestone together!

A few reminders for the Class of 2001:
📧 Please check your email for important updates.
📱 Please check your Class of 2001 Facebook group for any last-minute announcements.

📍 New Location:
Chicago Teachers Union Center
1901 W. Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL
Enter lot on the Damen Avenue side.

📸 Class Photo: 1:00 PM
🎧 Be sure to catch class of '01's djtoure spinning at 2:45 PM!

Congratulations to the Class of 2001 on 25 years! We can't wait to celebrate with you and alumni from every generation tomorrow.

⚠️ ATTENTION CLASS OF 1996**The countdown is over! ⏰Pre-sale tickets end TODAY at 2:00 PM. Secure your spot and be part ...
07/31/2026

⚠️ ATTENTION CLASS OF 1996**

The countdown is over! ⏰

Pre-sale tickets end TODAY at 2:00 PM.

Secure your spot and be part of a reunion weekend you’ll be talking about for years to come. 🐬💙🧡

**Tickets will be $196 at the door**

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