January 2024

Dear Barrington High School Alumni,

As we embrace the beginning of a new year, we are excited for all of the fun things to come in 2024. Through the end of this school year, we will continue to celebrate Barrington 220's 50th anniversary. The district offically became a Pre-K thru 12 unit school district during the 1973-74 school year? Any Class of '74 grads out there?! Go Barrington 220! Click here to visit the district's 50th anniversary webpage!

Mark your calendars and save the date for Homecoming 2024, which is set for Saturday, September 28. We're calling upon all alumni but especially those from years ending in 4 and 9 to join us in full force for their milestone reunions. It's the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new memories, and come back home to Barrington. 

The Barrington 220 Educational Foundation’s 25th-anniversary gala is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of Barrington 220 students. You’re invited you to explore how your support can help the Foundation achieve its mission and expand its reach. The anniversary gala is taking place on March 9, 2024 at Barrington Hills Country Club. Click here to purchase tickets, or learn more about sponsorship opportunities!

The current Barrington High School building has gone through remarkable change since it first welcomed students in September 1949. Through the years, multiple additions have been added, and wings reconfigured. The latest renovations and additions at BHS, were made possible by the community’s support of a $147 million school district referendum in 2020 that allowed for significant improvements across all 12 Barrington 220 schools. Approximately $60 million of the $147 million were allocated to major projects at BHS, and four years later, those major projects have been completed. For detailed updates, and to learn more about the exciting changes that will enhance the learning environment for generations to come, visit the Build 220 information page.

There are two exciting events coming up at Barrington's White House, our Cultural & Community Center. Join the school district at the Barrington 220 Secondary Arts Showcase on February 7 and the Barrington 220 Secondary Fine Arts Historical Celebration on April 10. Don't miss these exceptional showcases of talent and creativity. Click here for event details.

In November we celebrated 50 years of fine arts education in Barrington 220 Schools at the Barrington White House. The event was filled with captivating performances, stunning artwork, interactive experiences, and an engaging alumni panel discussion. It provided an invaluable opportunity for multiple generations to come together and emphasize the importance of early engagement with the arts. A heartfelt thanks to panelists Tom Root (BHS '04), Dr. Lisa West (Principal of North Barrington Elementary), Inderjeet Sidhu (BHS '86), Christine Rollinson (BHS '24), and Catherine Brashler (BHS '24) for making this celebration unforgettable!

Congratulations to John Parker Bach, a distinguished member of the BHS Class of 2012. John was recently honored by being added to the Barrington High School 220 Fine Arts Alumni Wall. He is a Chicago-based sports videographer and photographer, known for his work with the NFL, PGA, NHL, MLBPA, and more. John is also the proud owner of Indoor Drone Tours, a company that specializes in flying drones indoors to create captivating video tours. His achievements serve as an inspiration to current and future students of Barrington High School.