Annual Reception 2025
Register now, Lancers! Join us for the AACHS Annual Reception on Monday, June 2nd at 5:30 PM. The dinner and reception will be held at Rivers Waterfront Philadelphia (1001 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125).
249th 35th Reunion
Vote for Central to win the Philly Service Award
Dear AACHS Community, You may remember last year Central High School participated in the Philly Service Award and won $20,000 for Feeding Philly’s gardening efforts. This year, student club Mathematicians in the Making applied, and now there is an opportunity to be awarded another $20,000! Ten Central High clubs (50 students) engaged approximately 100 elementary students […]
209th 85th Reunion
239th 45th Reunion
234th 50th Reunion
Note: On October 18th, 2025 From 6pm – 10pm please meet at the holiday In on city Ave for 234 Golden Anniversary Reunion Address: Date: 10/18/2025 Location: Central High School 1700 West Olney Avenue Philadelphia, pa 19141 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30PM
223rd 60th Reunion
Lady Lancers Tennis Team Honored by City Council for a feat never before accomplished in the program’s history.
The Arts Central Presents “Anything Goes” The Musical!
The Arts at Central Presents “Anything Goes”The Musical
The Arts Central Presents “Anything Goes” The Musical!
Thank You, Lancers – Giving Tuesday 2024 Success Because of You!
Thank You, Lancers – Giving Tuesday 2024 Success Because of You!
Leading the Way – Campus Expansion Project
The Leading the Way capital campaign video that was unveiled at Central is a short production that powerfully tells the story, demonstrates the need, and challenges all of us to action – to help Lead the Way.
Central High School students earn the support of the Lancer community every day like generations of alumni and supporters have done for us.
Let us recognize this historic initiative and reach as deep as we can within their individual abilities to support the Leading the Way Campaign. Will you lead the way? #leadtheway #centralhighalumni #lancerlove
$50,000 Giving Tuesday Match – David Kahn, 220
AACHS is excited to announce a truly generous and meaningful matching gift opportunity from Mr. David Kahn, a member of the 220th Class.
David is committed to matching all donations this Giving Tuesday up to $50,000 to support our school’s continued growth—and he’s encouraging all of us to follow his lead.
GO CENTRAL, BEAT NORTHEAST!
Join your fellow alums, students, faculty and friends on Thursday, November 28th at 8:45 AM at the Tiffany Diner (9010 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19115) for a hearty breakfast, good conversation and plenty of school spirit!
214th 65th Reunion
Welcome to the CHS 214 65th Year Reunion! Mark Your Calendars for our 65th Reunion NOTE: On May 16th there will be a School tour beginning at 9:30AM, which will include remarks form President Davis(264), Mr. Kahn (220), and Ms. Lech(263). On May 17th we will be at the Blue Bell Inn. Information can be found […]
AACHS Career Day 2024
Calling All Alumni – AACHS Career Day
Join us for Career Day on Monday, November 25, 2024! Alumni are invited to speak and share their experiences with current students. To participate, submit your email, headshot, and a 250-word bio via the interest form by November 1, 2024.
This year’s event offers a hybrid option—attend in-person or virtually. Sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST.
Want to support? Consider becoming a sponsor to help ensure the event’s success. Thank you for giving back to Central!
For more details, contact: aachscareerday@centralhighalumni.com.
Alumni Spotlight: Jessika Gbai, 276
Alumni Spotlight: Jessika Gbai, 276 – From Central’s Halls to the Olympic Stage Jessika Gbai, 276, made headlines this summer as an Olympic finalist in the 200 meters at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Representing the Ivory Coast, Jessika’s journey from Philadelphia to the world stage is one of resilience, hard work, and a […]
Ring in a New Tradition: Charter Day
Celebrate Charter Day on June 13 by making an investment in Central High School. The 283rd graduating class walks the stage for graduation tomorrow – many of you will recall this accomplishment with pangs of nostalgia and pride. At every commencement, to mark the beginning of the ceremony, a bell is rung by the class […]
2023 Highlights from President Davis and AACHS
A message from President Katharine Davis. 264: It has been a wonderful 2023 at Central High School. We closed 2023 with two incredible concert performances put on by our Arts Department. We were delighted to have many parents, alumni, faculty, and students in the audience. As we approach the midpoint of the school year, students are gearing up for their […]
Qualified Charitable Distributions
“Central was critical in helping me plan my future.” Dr. Edward Soll, 216 As you reflect on your love for Dear High, it may be helpful to consider how you can support Central — and at the same time reduce your taxes. While little has changed this year with regard to tax legislation, the below […]
Annual Reception 2023
Please join us for a night of exciting conversations, endless memories, and a robust program at Rivers Waterfront (1001 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125). Your ticket includes cocktail hour, dinner fare, drinks, a dessert reception, and remarks from student speakers, keynote speaker, Keith Leaphart (251), and more!
Notice to AACHS Membership – Join the Board of Managers!
The Committee on Nominations and Elections (CNE) is seeking candidates interested in serving on the Board of Managers. The CNE is particularly interested in Alumni/Alumnae who have already expressed interest in serving and are already participating in committee work or other areas that directly benefit the AACHS and/or the school. However, all recommendations will be […]
1836 Society Thank You Event
To Learn More about the 1836 Society or to Become A Member, please click here. Current 1836 Society members and new members who join before November 1st are invited to attend the exclusive event at the Barnes Foundation on November 3rd, 2022. 1836 Society members will get a special glimpse into what students learned in […]
Celebrate World Teachers’ Day
Celebrate World Teachers’ Day On October 5th, join Central alumni as we thank our educators by helping to fulfill school supply wish lists provided by School-Based Teacher Leaders (SBTL) of the following departments: English, Math, Social Studies, and World Language. This is a great opportunity to support the nearly 140 teachers and 2400 students at Central […]
Meet & Greet at Central High School
Please join us for a Meet & Greet with President Katharine Davis and esteemed faculty of Central High School as we ring in the school year and the start of a new era.
Hear President Davis share her vision for the upcoming year
Learn about upcoming events hosted by the AACHS
Connect with fellow alumni
Meet current students!
Central’s 15th Presidential Search Update: Central HSA & AACHS Joint Meeting
On Wednesday, March 30, there was an information session regarding the search for the 15th President of Central High School.
A Message From Outgoing CHS President
President McKenna shared his thoughts in a special address to the CHS Alumni Community.
AACHS Celebrates Women’s History Month
AACHS Celebrates Women’s History Month As we recognize Women’s History Month, we are reminded of the upcoming 40th anniversary of our alma mater becoming co-ed. It’s the story of our legacy with which most of us have only slight familiarity — many brave young women entered Central’s hallowed halls for thousands more to follow. But this was not achieved easily. The AACHS […]
Sip or Treat
Join Us for the Sip or Treat Event! Let’s get sPoOkY and support our beloved AACHS for the return of the popular Central SIPS event! Enjoy free entry, food & drink specials, and celebrate the school we love with classmates and alumni while enjoying the beautiful, iconic, and nationally historic Divine Lorraine! Come for the camaraderie, stay for the […]
We’re Hiring: Development Manager
We’re Hiring: Development Manager The Associated Alumni of Central High School of Philadelphia seeks a full-time dynamic Development Manager that will keep pace and help grow our organization. The mission of the AACHS is to encourage and support the School’s high standards of scholarship, integrity and democratic values, to facilitate and maintain pride in Central […]
From Student to Teacher
From Student to Teacher Ask any student from the last 15 years about Michael Horwits and they’ll know exactly who you are talking about, and they’ll likely have a story to tell. Chances are he’ll also remember them and have a story to tell as well. Mr. Horwits (251) is a 3rd generation Lancer, Central […]
Back to School Message
For The First Time In Forever Tuesday, August 31st will be an exciting day for the Central High School community. It will be the first time since March 2020 that the full student body will walk through Central’s doors to learn from each other and our remarkable faculty and staff. “This year we will get […]
Auditorium Seat Sale
Take a Seat and Leave A Lasting Legacy At Central! Dedicating an auditorium seat is a great way to create a permanent legacy at Central for you, a family member, or a loved one. You can also pay tribute to a teacher who left a lasting impression or a classmate who became a lifelong friend. […]
Piece by Piece – A Sign of Resilience
Piece by Piece – A Sign of Resilience When schools closed in March 2020 no one knew how long until they could return or what to expect. As the days turned to weeks turned to months, students realized they needed to get creative to stay connected. “The whole ensemble experience is making music together and that […]
Central Student Joins School Board
Central Student Joins School Board Students in the School District of Philadelphia will have a seat at the table during Board of Education meetings represented by a rising junior at Central High School. The AACHS congratulates Rebecca Allen (282), who is one of just two high school students citywide to be chosen as Student Board […]
Celebrating Successes
Celebrating Successes From The Past Year It has been an unusual school year as you can imagine. During this challenging time, the AACHS board has been meeting and working virtually – but we have not missed a beat. We have continued to ensure that students at Central receive the best education and resources in the […]
Speaker Series Featuring Quiara Alegria Hudes (254)
Watch the recording of our Speaker Series event featuring Quiara Alegria Hudes (254).
The AACHS Fall 2019 Alumni Journal Now Available!
The AACHS Fall 2019 Journal issue of the AACHS Alumni Journal is now live!
Central Alum and World War II Veteran Celebrates 104th Birthday
Fred Gomez is not the kind of guy who spends time sitting around the house, despite turning 104 years old on September 9th, 2019. Twice a week, he takes transportation from his son’s home in Maple Glen, Montgomery County to the Central Bucks Senior Center in Doylestown, Bucks County where he shoots pool in the […]
Central High School Groundbreaking Marks Start of Major Renovation/Expansion
The School District of Philadelphia, along with Central High School and the Associated Alumni of Central High School held a groundbreaking ceremony at the school today to mark the start of construction for Phase 1 of a unique public-private partnership called “Leading the Way for Innovation and Creativity.”
AACHS Journal – Winter 2019 Edition
The 2019 Winter Edition of the AACHS Alumni Journal has arrived! This edition contains information on the 2019 Annual Meeting; an article on Hall of Fame recipient, Betty Liu; new options for school spirit wear; the AACHS President’s message: “all about the kids” and much more! Please send any feedback to alumnijournal@centralhighalumni.com. Thank you! For those […]
Signature Annual Meeting Event will feature two inimitable speakers!
Join us on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at 5 PM for The Associated Alumni of Central High School’s Annual Meeting and Dinner at the Sonesta Rittenhouse Square (1800 Market St., Philadelphia). We are honored to announce our two inimitable speakers for the evening’s program: Jane Golden and alumna Trang Do (261). Ms. Golden is the Founder and Executive Director of Mural […]
Central High School President Honored For Commitment to Education
The Associated Alumni of Central High School would like to congratulate Central President Timothy J. McKenna for receiving the coveted Martin L. Glassman Commitment to Education Award from the Schoolmen’s Club of Philadelphia. The award was given to President McKenna during the organization’s Annual Awards and Holiday Dinner in December, 2018. “I’m honored to […]
CHS Ranked Top Overall High School in Philadelphia
Central High School is not only the top high school in the city of Philadelphia, but the top overall school, according to the 2017-2018 School Progress Report (SPR) released by the School District of Philadelphia. This is the second consecutive year that Central has achieved that status. The SPR ranks schools in the areas of […]
Help Wanted! (Experience in Corporate/Financial Governance Matters)
The AACHS is seeking the assistance of an individual(s) with experience in corporate/financial governance matters to aid in the drafting of governance documents for various projects in which AACHS is or will be engaged. Interested parties should contact Andrew Kessler (243) at kessler@litchfieldcavo.com. Thank you.
Central Alumnus Donates Personal Papers to Central High School
Central alumni, faculty and students now have the opportunity to get a glimpse into what it was like to be on the front lines of the world’s financial markets over the last half century. Central alumnus Eugene (Gene) Rotberg (188) has gifted selected speeches and articles to Central High School. Mr. Rotberg, a lawyer and […]
76th Reunion for the 177 Class
The 177th Class celebrated its 76th Reunion on Monday, October 1, 2018. The reunion was held at the Delmonico’s Restaurant on City Avenue located inside the Hilton Philadelphia Hotel. The men in attendance as pictured on the right included Milton Dienes, Paul Isakoff, and Fred Lehman. H. Leon Bradlow sent a short video to his […]
One Point. One Request. AACHS Lawyers, the CHS Mock Trial Team needs your help.
One point. That was the margin by which Roman Catholic High School defeated Central High School to win last year’s citywide high school mock trial championship. Lina Bader, Central’s faculty mock trial sponsor, is determined to see a different result this year. In order to accomplish this, the Central High School Mock Trial team is seeking alumni […]
The Summer/Fall 2018 issue of the AACHS Alumni Journal
The AACHS Summer/Fall 2018 Journal issue of the AACHS Alumni Journal is now live! In this edition, we have a recap of the annual dinner which broke all attendance records, a preview of the upcoming Alumni Hall of Fame event, a reflection on important moments in Central history and more. Of course, we have our favorite recurring […]
Project Cool Breeze
School bells rang for the commencement of the 2018-2019 school year last week, just days before Labor Day. While many students hoped for one more summer day albeit in the sweltering heat, this year, for the first time in the school’s history, students and teachers returned (or were welcomed) to classrooms that are air conditioned. 75 window unit air conditioners – a generous donation from the 228th Class – were installed over the summer by the Philadelphia School District employees.
