Last night the Class of 2021 formally completed their Bernard Zell education when they walked across the bima to receive their diplomas, officially becoming alumni. Each of the 54 graduates had an opportunity to stand behind the podium and reflect on a meaningful moment in their school careers and also benefited from the parting wisdom of Head of School, Gary Weisserman, Head of Middle School, Stephanie Bloom, Board Chair, Debbi Cooper, Director of Jewish Learning, Rachel Jury, and Senior Rabbi of Anshe Emet Synagogue, Rabbi Michael Siegel.

These outstanding young men and women will now head off to begin their high school careers at the following institutions throughout the Chicagoland area:

Beacon Academy

DePaul College Prep

Francis W. Parker School

Jones College Prep

Lake View High School
La Lumiere School

Lane Tech College Prep High School

Latin School of Chicago

Lincoln Park High School

Loyola Academy

Northside College Prep

Rochelle Zell Jewish High School

Walter Payton College Preparatory High School

Whitney Young Magnet High School

Wolcott College Prep

We wish the entire Class of 2021 a restful summer and a meaningful beginning to their high school careers. Click below to watch last night’s graduation ceremony in its entirety. 

A full set of professional photos from the graduation ceremony will be shared with Class of 2021 families early next week.

Watch the Full Ceremony