Save the Date: August 7-8, 2026

30 Years of Memories: The CNS Class of ’96 Reunion

No tickets. No stress. Just a weekend to reconnect and celebrate the Class of ’96.

Three decades is a long time, but some things never change. We want our 30th reunion to be as accessible and relaxed as possible—no expensive tickets or formal requirements. Our goal is simple: get as many Northstars in one place as we can to share stories and laughs. 


Whether you’ve stayed in Syracuse or are traveling from across the globe, we can't wait to see you.

August 7th & 8th, 2026

Reunion Weekend: Here’s What’s Happening

Friday, August 7th

Saturday, August 8th

Saturday, August 8th

Afternoon: CNS High School Tour
Take a mental trip back to 1996. Walk the halls. See what’s changed. See what hasn’t. Join us at 4:30 at the CNS parking lot to tour with Executive Principal Kristen (Agne) Hill. 


Evening: Welcome Happy Hour

A casual "pay-as-you-go" gathering at a local favorite. Join your classmates between 6-9pm at Jake Ha

Afternoon: CNS High School Tour
Take a mental trip back to 1996. Walk the halls. See what’s changed. See what hasn’t. Join us at 4:30 at the CNS parking lot to tour with Executive Principal Kristen (Agne) Hill. 


Evening: Welcome Happy Hour

A casual "pay-as-you-go" gathering at a local favorite. Join your classmates between 6-9pm at Jake Hafner's Restaurant & Taverns for good drinks, eats and maybe a signature cocktail. 

Saturday, August 8th

Saturday, August 8th

Saturday, August 8th

Afternoon: Family Friendly Field Day

The picnic will be held at Lonergan Park at 524 South Main Street in North Syracuse. There will be plenty of a green area for games and picnics, and plenty of parking space to get together.  


Evening: The 30th Reunion Gathering

Our main event at the Wild Horse Bar & Grill with a cash bar. No cover charge,

Afternoon: Family Friendly Field Day

The picnic will be held at Lonergan Park at 524 South Main Street in North Syracuse. There will be plenty of a green area for games and picnics, and plenty of parking space to get together.  


Evening: The 30th Reunion Gathering

Our main event at the Wild Horse Bar & Grill with a cash bar. No cover charge, just great company. Gary Rainbow will be spinning some tunes as we celebrate 30 years as a class from 6-10pm.

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IN MEMORIAM: OUR CONSTANT NORTHSTARS

Forever part of the Class of ’96. Forever Northstars.

In the thirty years since we graduated, we have lost some of the bright lights who once guided our class. Though they are no longer with us, their spirit remains a permanent part of our constellation. The memories of these Northstars still shine bright.


They shared our classrooms, our hallways, our laughter, and our stories. The memories we made with them continue to shine brightly in the lives of everyone who knew them. They will always be part of the constellation that is the CNS Class of ’96. 


If there is someone we should honor here, please let us know so we can remember them together.

Classmates We Remember

✧ Mike Cramer

✧ Joe DelGiorno

✧ Nicolas D’Onofrio

✧ Donny Hoover

✧ Amy Hunter

✧ Ramza Knight

✧ JJ Manual

✧ Chrissy Margetin (Amato)

✧ Buddy Watkins

✧ Ed Wroblewski

Help Us Honor Every Northstar

Supporting a Cause Close to Home

Griffin Guardians

Griffin Guardians has become one of Cicero's most impactful charities, bringing hope and support to local children battling pediatric cancer and the families who walk that journey with them.


As we celebrate our reunion, we'd love for our Griffin family to come together once again—this time to support an organization that's making a real difference in our community.


Please consider making a donation by scanning the QR code.


Together, we can help bring hope to local children and families when they need it most. Thank you for any generosity.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Your generosity helps us give back in two meaningful ways—supporting Griffin Guardians and helping offset any costs related to the reunion. Scan the QR code to donate.

Thirty Years Later, We’re Still Classmates — If You Have an Idea, a Question, or Want to Be Involved, Please Reach Out to Any Committee Member Directly.

The Class of ’96 Reunion Committee

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

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Kristen (Agne) Hill

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

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John Fazio

Kelly (Adams) Taylor

Chris Fowler

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Chris Fowler

Chris Fowler

Chris Fowler

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Kelly Koniz

Chris Fowler

Jeff Palumbo

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Jeff Palumbo

Chris Fowler

Jeff Palumbo

EMAIL JEFF

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

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Gary Rainbow

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

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Jackie Shuster

Mena (Piacentini) McCabe

Lisa (Spuches) Smith

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Lisa (Spuches) Smith

Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

Lisa (Spuches) Smith

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Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

email Julianne

Heather (Tiede) Neely

Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

Julianne (Steinbrecher) Quinn

EMAIL HEATHER

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The committee is working hard to track down all 500+ members of the Class of ’96, but we need your help. If you’re still in touch with a Northstar who isn't on social media or hasn't seen this site, please send them the link.

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August 7th & 8th, 2026

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