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Grissom Middle School Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence

Community Invited to Grissom Open House on Saturday, May 10 from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Grissom Middle School is thrilled to announce its 50th Anniversary Open House, marking five decades of educational excellence and community pride. The event will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Grissom Middle School, located at 17000 S. 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All former, current, and future students, staff, families, and community members are invited to the celebration. Guests can walk the halls, revisit cherished memories, and explore how Grissom has grown and evolved over the past half-century.

Event highlights include:

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  • Self-paced building exploration
  • Displays of yearbooks, newspaper articles, and artifacts spanning 50 years
  • Food and refreshments are available for purchase
  • Exclusive Grissom merchandise for sale

“This milestone is not just about the history of our school—it’s about the people who made it special,” said Grissom Middle School principal Mike Rumbaugh. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to celebrate the shared memories and the bright future ahead.”

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