News
Archived News

2026 Distinguished Alumni Nominations

Nominations are now being accepted for Arcola High School graduates to be honored as 2026 Distinguished Alumni. The deadline for submitting nominations is April 18, 2026.

Nomination
Distinguished Alumni Criterion

The Nomination form may also be obtained at Arcola Public Library, Peoples Bank & Trust, First Mid Bank & Trust, or any board member.

Wall Photo Project

The Arcola Alumni Association contributed to the Wall Photo Project which was recently completed at the Jr/Sr High School building.

John Curry

Read the biography of John Curry, one of Arcola High School's 90+ year old alumni.

Looking Good at 90+

Recent photo of three of the oldest Arcola High School alumni.

L-R: J.D. Strader (92), Archie Dague (91) & John Curry (93)
All from the AHS Class of 1952.

To recommend an Arcola High School alumnus for recognition, complete the form.

Veterans

The Arcola Alumni Association has initiated its Veterans Recognition project. To be included, a person must meet the following criteria:

• Attended and/or graduated from Arcola High School
• Served in any branch of the U.S. Military
• Currently serving or received an honorable discharge

Complete and return the Veteran form to recommend a veteran for recognition.

Recent Class Reunions

We've added pages containing pictures and information from recent class reunions.
If your class had a reunion since 2005, we'll publish group pictures and information.
Forward the information via E-mail.

ALERT! ALERT! ALERT!

We have recently been made aware of E-Mail solicitations to Arcola alumni for memberships, merchandise, etc.   The solicitation includes a link to the www.alumniclass.com website - which is NOT the Arcola Alumni Association's website.

AT THIS TIME, THE ARCOLA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION DOES NOT OFFER LIFETIME MEMBERSHIPS NOR ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL MERCHANDISE.

OFFICIAL ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL MERCHANDISE IS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM VARIOUS ARCOLA HIGH SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS OR AFFILIATED BOOSTER GROUPS.

DO NOT subscribe/purchase merchandise via the www.alumniclass.com website with the intention of joining the Arcola Alumni Association or supporting local businesses/organizations.

Events
Archived Events

2025 Distinguished Alumni Honorees

The Arcola Alumni Association proudly announces the ninth class of Distinguished Alumni. The honored Arcola High School alumni and their year of graduation are:

Dan Ghere (AHS 1962)
William "Bill" Moody, deceased (AHS 1967)
Dr. Martin Carson, deceased (AHS 1971)
Diane Olson (AHS 1981)

Highlights from the Banquet

Work Based Learning (WBL) Advisory Board

Arcola Junior-Senior High School seeks passionate industry professionals to guide students in career readiness and work-based learning opportunities. As an Arcola High School Work Based Learning (WBL) advisory board member, you’ll have the chance to:

• Influence curriculum to align with industry needs
• Mentor and support the next generation of workers
• Strengthen partnerships between education and industry

Be a part of something bigger—help prepare students for success! Contact Baley Milton to volunteer or to obtain more information.