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and Elisabeth Irwin High School

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Join us in welcoming our new Alumni Council leaders!

Pinky Fung '02 P'32,'35, Alumni Council President

Pinky Fung's relationship with the LREI has spanned over three decades. She attended LREI, along with her two older siblings, and is a member of the Class of 2002. Now she is a current parent, guiding her children, Logan Lai ’32 and Conor Lai ’35, through their LREI journeys.

Pinky’s continuous involvement in the community runs true and deep. She serves as a parent volunteer for Admissions and as a co-chair of the Asian American Families affinity group, introducing live traditional lion dance performances for the students during the Lunar New Year.

Pinky took the passion for books and arts she cultivated in LREI and turned it into a lifelong career. She has been a conservator and print production specialist at the Frick Collection/Frick Art Reference Library for nearly two decades. Now, Pinky is honored to take on a new role as the president of the Alumni Council, where she can further contribute to the legacy of the LREI community.

Akim St.Omer '02, Alumni Council Vice President

Akim St.Omer '02 was born, raised, and still resides in Brooklyn, NY. After graduating LREI he went on to graduate from Boston College. He currently serves as the Marketing and Communications Co-Chair on the AHANA Alumni Advisory Council at Boston College.

During his 21-year career, he has worked in a variety of schools and non-profits where his work has been at the intersection of diversity, equity, inclusion and how it impacts organizations. Currently, he is a Program Administrator at NYU. Prior to that role, he was the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism at the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.

UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS

Alumni Council Community Kickoff Meeting

Thursday, October 26, 2023, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. I 40 Charlton St.

This meeting is open to all LREI alumni. Learn about LREI's Alumni Community and how you can get involved. Come share your ideas and reconnect with old friends! From 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. we will do a meet and greet. Then, at 6:30 we will start Zoom and begin the meeting. RSVP here.

Alumni Council Community Meeting on Nominations

Thursday, December 7, 2023, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Zoom

Did you know that we have three awards to recognize the amazing work that our alumni do in the world? Join us to learn about the award criteria and how to nominate your classmates! All alumni are welcome to attend. RSVP here.

Alumni Happy Hour in Williamsburg, Thursday, November 9, 2023, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Berry Park 4 Berry Street, Brooklyn, NY

All alumni (21+) are invited to join our first-ever happy hour in Brooklyn! Reconnect with your classmates and enjoy two free drinks and appetizers from LREI. RSVP here.

Alumni Community Meeting on Reunion 2024 Planning, Thursday, January 18, 2024, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Zoom

This year, we would like to rethink our Reunion Weekend format and would LOVE to hear your ideas! Join us and brainstorm ideas for new activities. All alumni are welcome to attend. Classes ending in 4s and 9s, we are especially interested in connecting with you to see if there are any special ways that we can help your class gather. RSVP here.

Big Shindig 2024, Monday, March 4, 2024, 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. | Guastavino's

The Big Shindig is LREI's biennial community celebration and fundraiser. Everyone in the LREI community (21+) is invited to attend, including alumni, past parents, current/former faculty, and current families. We are offering our popular "Pay What You Wish" ticket again this year! Mark you calendars now — tickets will go on sale in the new year. If you would like to donate something to the silent auction or have any questions, please contact shindig@lrei.org.

Reunion 2024, Friday, May 31 - Saturday, June 1, 2024 | 40 Charlton Street

Join us for two days of community events, workshops, and celebrations! Alumni from all classes, especially those ending in 4s and 9s, are welcome to attend. Select events are also open to alumni families. More information will be available soon! Please email alumni@lrei.org if you would like to help with Reunion Weekend planning.

Questions, ideas, comments? Email alumni@lrei.org. We want to hear from you!!

Little Red School House
and Elisabeth Irwin High School