The Official page of the Collinwood Highschool Alumni Association
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HISTORY
The Collinwood High School Alumni Association (CHSAA) became a state-chartered and tax-exempt foundation in 1994. It was the culmination of the effort put forward by an Ad Hock group of dedicated Collinwood Alumni. The group consisted of:
Nick Gavanditti (Acting Chairman)
Robert Berardinelli
Sandi Berardinelli
Andrew DiL
07/04/2023
****INDEPENDENCE DAY, 2023***
A federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, establishing the United States of America.
While we are torching up the grill, watching fireworks displays, and enjoying our families, it is good to reflect on the meaning of this grand and glorious day!!
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05/27/2023
****MEMORIAL DAY 2023****
Memorial Day (originally known as Decoration Day[1]) is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States
Many people visit cemeteries and memorials on Memorial Day to honor and mourn those who died while serving in the U.S. military. Many volunteers place American flags on the graves of military personnel in national cemeteries. Memorial Day is also considered the unofficial beginning of summer in the United States.
The first national observance of Memorial Day occurred on May 30, 1868. Then known as Decoration Day, the holiday was proclaimed by Commander in Chief John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic to honor the Union soldiers who had died in the Civil War. This national observance was preceded by many local ones between the end of the Civil War and Logan's declaration. Many cities and people have claimed to be the first to observe it. However, in 2022, the National Cemetery Administration, a division of the Department of Veterans Affairs, credited Mary Ann Williams with originating the "idea of strewing the graves of Civil War soldiers—Union and Confederate" with flowers.[7]
***THE 999 IS SMOKING!!!!***
While we have been "stalled" abit on getting the interior of the Collinwood Barn done, the crew continues to improve and upgrade the 999. Smoke was added to enhance the experience.
04/08/2023
****TIME TO GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS****
More details on the Class of 64 golf outing. Space is limited so PLEASE respond early. Some very interesting things planned!!!
04/08/2023
****HAPPY EASTER*****
03/23/2023
****GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS***
****GET INTO THE SWING OF THINGS****
It is time for another great Class of 64 golf outing in conjunction with the Collinwood Alumni Association. This year should prove to be the best ever. Mark the date!!!
Contact Beverley Metz Kaniecki at 216.328.2273 or [email protected] or Gary Budzar at 440.897.0888 for additional information.
01/02/2023
The Fastest Steam Locomotive in the World? On May 10, 1893, New York Central's 4-4-0 Number 999 while pulling the "Empire State Express," allegedly reached a speed of 112.5 miles per hour for one mile...
01/02/2023
****GREAT INFORMATION ON #999****
This is a great video regarding the history behind the original #999 which was the geniuses of the Collinwood #999.
Enjoy.................
The Fastest Steam Locomotive in the World? On May 10, 1893, New York Central's 4-4-0 Number 999 while pulling the "Empire State Express," allegedly reached a speed of 112.5 miles per hour for one mile...
****HAPPY HOLIDAYS****
The Alumni Association would like to wish all Railroaders a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New year from the Alumni Crew.
12/22/2022
****SIGN OF THE TIMES*****
The Collinwood 999 Barn was "signed" yesterday by formally installing the name of the building over the front door. Who would have thought only a few years ago that our vision would become a reality through some very tough covid years.
12/15/2022
****ALUMNI ASSOC AT PRRM XMAS PARTY****
It is that time of year for everyone to share the Christmas Season. Nine members of the CHSAA along with 56 railroad enthusiasts attended the Painesville Railroad Museum's annual Holiday get-together on Dec 10th.