Welcome Class of '85!
We are celebrating our 40th high school reunion and It's a big deal!!!
I can't believe it's been 40 years since graduating from Jones Metropolitan High School of Business and Commerce. It seems like yesterday when we walked through the doors of Jones.
We all came from different schools within the city to a different place located in the heart of downtown Chicago. We had to take classes such as stenography, typing, business machines, grooming, finance, and accounting just to name a few. The curriculum of Jones exposed us to some of the best teachers Chicago had to offer plus those unforgettable character builders!
Now, it's time for the class of 1985 to come together and celebrate 40 years as one phenomenal class. The committee and I have been working hard to bring forth 2 days of getting reacquainted at Copper Still, and celebrating together at our formal banquet at the beautiful Chateau Del Mar as we dance to the music from one of the hottest DJs around, and enjoy drinks and delicious food. So bring your spouses and friends to help us celebrate this occasion.
Registration and payments are now open.
Jonesite85, I am looking forward to seeing you on
Saturday, August 30th, and Sunday, August 31st
as we celebrate 40 years!
I can be contacted directly at (773) 575-5753 with any questions.
See you there!
Darren Cunningham, Reunion Coordinator and
The Class of '85 - 40th Reunion Committee
Class of '85 - 40th Reunion Committee
From left to right: Darren Cunningham, Luis "Tony" Aguayo, Marvin Gibbs, Kimara Hill Wright, Constance Hodge Carter, Michael Perez
Not pictured: Laquette Broadnax and Carlos Matlock
Class of '85 Reunion Events
Saturday, August 30th 2025
Copper Still Martini Lounge | 1961 Ridge Road | Homewood, IL
Meet & Greet
7pm - 12m
LOWER LEVEL
Come and reacquaint yourself with former friends and classmates from 1985. We will get together at the fantastic Copper Still Martini Lounge and Speakeasy! Food will be provided with cash bar available.
Sunday, August 31st 2025
Chateau Del Mar | 8301 W. 95th Street | Hickory Hills, IL
Semi-Formal Banquet
6pm - 11pm
ATLANTIS ROOM
This is the main and final event of our reunion weekend. We'll dress to impress, and party like it's 1985! We'll have a great time celebrating with each other. A Banquet dinner, DJ, and an open bar will be provided. Let's have some fun!