LONG BEACH ALUMNI NEWSLETTER

Long Beach High School alumni are an important part of our school community, and we want to hear from you! Whether you’ve recently celebrated a career milestone, reconnected with classmates, returned to campus or simply have a favorite LBHS memory to share, we’d love to feature your story.

Send us your updates, photos and memories to help keep the Long Beach alumni community connected. You never know—you could be our next Alumni Spotlight! Email alumni@lbeach.org

Long Beach High School celebrated Homecoming on October 2 under the Friday night lights at Veterans Field. Before the game, students, families, and community members enjoyed the annual Homecoming Carnival, sponsored by student government organizations and featuring games, activities, and plenty of school spirit.

Fans filled the stands in blue and white to cheer on the Marines as they faced Roosevelt High School. Alumni in attendance were invited to stand and be recognized during the game, celebrating their lasting connection to Long Beach High School. The evening also featured a special tribute to community service, with members of the Long Beach Fire Department and graduates Jamie Demerest, Jack Meyers, and John Whelan serving as the Color Guard. Students Molly Abrams and Ronin Morita performed the National Anthem.

The celebration continued with performances by the pep band and cheerleading squad, followed by the annual Bulldog Dash featuring Long Beach youth football players. The night ended with a 15–6 victory for the Marines!

Long Beach High School has launched a new Barbering Program, giving students hands-on experience in barbering techniques while exploring career opportunities in the industry. Led by BOCES Barbering Teacher Dan Wallace, the program combines practical training with the development of valuable workplace skills, including communication, customer service, sanitation, time management and entrepreneurship. Students who meet program requirements will be eligible to sit for the New York State Barbering Licensing Exam.

To celebrate the launch, LBHS Principal Andy Smith and Long Beach Director of Social Studies, Business and Work-Based Learning Rich Rogers were among those who took a seat in the school’s barber chairs for inaugural haircuts performed by student barbers. The experience gave students an opportunity to put their skills into practice while showcasing this exciting new addition to the school’s career-connected learning opportunities.

The Barbering Program reflects Long Beach High School’s continued commitment to preparing students for life beyond graduation by helping them explore career paths, build confidence and develop practical skills for the future.

A 1984 graduate of Long Beach High School, Michael “Mike” Lundwall has deep roots in the Long Beach community. During his high school years, he was a member of the swim, baseball, and football teams. Mike went on to teach sixth-grade science in the Long Beach School District and, although retired from teaching, continues to serve as a Long Beach Patrol lifeguard. He recently completed his 43rd summer on the beach.

Mike is passionate about Long Beach history and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others. In July 2024, he presented “A History of Long Beach Bathhouses” for the Long Beach Historical Society. He also remains involved with Long Beach Middle School, where he teaches Beach Safety, participates in Rocket Launch Day with sixth-grade science classes, and takes part in Frost Free.

A dedicated member of the Long Beach Lifeguard Alumni Association, Mike currently serves as East Crew Captain and Alumni Historian. Through his work in the schools, on the beach, and with the alumni association, he continues to play an active role in the community.

Outside of his many activities, Mike enjoys cheering on the New York Yankees and listening to classic rock music.

The tradition of preserving Long Beach High School memories goes back more than a century! The earliest known edition of the school yearbook, The Echo, dates back to 1923, offering a glimpse into student life nearly 100 years ago.

Do you still have your LBHS yearbook? We'd love to hear what year you graduated and what memories from your time at Long Beach High School still make you smile!

Calling all Long Beach High School alumni! Join our Alumni Business Guide and get connected. Share your business or profession to build your network, discover new opportunities, and stay engaged through future school events and community partnerships. Complete the Google Form to be included in the directory.

Join the Long Beach Alumni Association and stay connected to Long Beach High School. Reconnect with classmates, stay informed, and get involved in alumni events, networking, and community opportunities.

We are exploring new ways to engage alumni and strengthen their connection to the Long Beach school community. As part of this new initiative, we were proud to recognize the alumni who attended this year’s Homecoming celebration.

This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for future opportunities to spotlight our alumni, celebrate their accomplishments and bring the LBHS alumni community together.

We want to hear from you, LBHS alumni! Please share any upcoming reunions or get-togethers so we can help spread the word. Email us at alumni@lbeach.org to have your event included in an upcoming newsletter.

Marines Class Captains consist of alumni who represent the alumni of their graduating year. They are ambassadors that help maintain relationships with other alumni and the Long Beach school community.

Being a class captain is a great way to stay involved with the Long Beach school community and are as active in the role as their schedule will allow.

Class captains help the alumni coordinator:

- Establish and maintain social media presence for their specific grade

- Outreach alumni and encourage membership to the Alumni Association

- Keep classmates up to date on events and news about Long Beach Schools

- Encourage and increase participation in Long Beach events and alumni activities

- Plan alumni events and get togethers

Please email Alumni@lbeach.org to be considered a Class Captain!

What have you been up to since graduation? We’d love to hear about your journey—career milestones, personal growth, and the impact you’re making in your career, community, or personal life. Submit the form to share your story and be considered for a future spotlight celebrating LBHS graduates making a difference.

Complete the registration form to become an official member of the Long Beach Alumni Association. Membership will afford you inside information on events specifically geared towards alumni, and access to our newsletters. Click here to join the Alumni Association!

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