Welcome, Class of 1976!
Fifty years.
Yes, it's time for the 50th reunion of Summit High School's Class of '76. The Reunion Team is so excited for our class to reconnect, reminisce and make brand new memories. We hope you'll join us for the celebration on October 9-11, 2026 in Summit. See you there!
Now that you've found the website, explore all the tabs and RSVP to any or all of the events.
Three Days
October 9-11, 2026
Summit, NJ
Multiple venues throughout town
Old Friends
Reconnect with classmates
Early Bird Pricing Available!
Register by May 31, 2026 to save $10-20 per event
Prices increase June 1 and September 1
Friday, October 9
Evening Kickoff
Welcome Party
📍 Broadway Diner • 7:00 PM - Midnight
Early Bird: $50 per person
Regular (June 1): $60 | Late (Sept 1): $70
👗 Dress: Casual
Saturday, October 10
Full Day of Activities
Breakfast (Informal)
📍 Summit Diner (opens 5:30 AM) or Broadway Diner (opens 7:00 AM) • 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM • Unreserved, drop in as you like
Golf Event
📍 Summit Municipal Golf Course • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
High School Tour
📍 Summit High School • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tailgate
📍 Tatlock Field • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
(There is also a Homecoming football game at Tatlock at 1:00 PM)
Pickleball
📍 Tatlock Field • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Night
The Main Event
Main Event
📍 Elks Lodge • 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Early Bird: $90 per person
Regular (June 1): $100 | Late (Sept 1): $110
👗 Dress: Festive
Sunday, October 11
Morning Gathering
Coffee & Continental Breakfast
📍 Elks Club Rooftop • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
❤️ Memorial Service
A special time to remember and honor the classmates we have lost
RSVP for Reunion Weekend
Let us know which events you'll be attending!
Need a grant? Go to the tab.
The Broadway Diner is wheelchair accessible. The Elks Lodge is fully accessible. The Saturday evening event is on the second floor and the Sunday morning event is on the top floor, both accessible by elevator. A staff member will be present to assist anyone who needs help with the lift.
If you have concerns about mobility or access, please reach out to Carl Ganger at cgangerjr@gmail.com
📝 Don't forget to fill out the — your answers will be part of a fun activity at the reunion!
Who's Coming?
See your classmates who have registered for the reunion
List updated regularly —
Privacy Note: Only the names of registered attendees will be displayed. Email addresses and other contact information remain private.
Photos and Videos
Upload Your Photos or Videos
Click the button below to add your photos or videos to our shared album. Everyone can view and contribute!
📷 How to Share:
- • Click the button above to open our shared Google Photos album
- • You may need to sign in to your Google account
- • Click the "+" or "Add photos" button in the album
- • Select photos or videos from your device to upload
Event Locations
All reunion events take place in Summit, NJ. Click any marker on the map for details.
Broadway Diner — 55 River Rd
Friday Welcome Party (7 PM–Midnight) • Saturday Breakfast (opens 7:00 AM)
Summit Diner — 1 Union Pl
Saturday Breakfast (opens 5:30 AM)
Municipal Golf Course — 189 River Rd
Saturday Golf (9–11 AM)
Summit High School — 125 Kent Pl Blvd
Saturday High School Tour (11 AM–1 PM)
Tatlock Field — 507 Morris Ave
Saturday Tailgate (1–3 PM) • Pickleball (3–5 PM)
Elks Lodge — 40 Maple St
Saturday Main Event (7–11 PM) • Sunday Morning Gathering (9–11 AM)
Places to Stay
We recommend booking early as October is a popular time in the area!
🏠 In Town — Summit
The Albion Summit
570 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ
Newly renovated boutique hotel in the heart of Summit. 100 stylish rooms, on-site restaurant (Felina), bar, and lounge. Walking distance to all events. Free parking and WiFi.
The DeBary Inn
In Town265 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ
Charming boutique inn on Summit's historic North End. 16 rooms, free continental breakfast, free parking, and WiFi. One block from downtown. A 35-minute train ride to NYC.
Turkey Hill Inn
In Town73 Beechwood Rd, Summit, NJ
Charming Victorian B&B circa 1892, just 3 blocks from downtown and a 5-minute walk to the Summit train station (45 min to NYC). 14 rooms with free WiFi, parking, and daily breakfast. A cozy, historic home-away-from-home.
📍 Nearby
Embassy Suites by Hilton
Berkeley HeightsBerkeley Heights, NJ
All-suite hotel with complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, indoor pool, and free parking. Short drive from Summit.
Hilton Garden Inn
Springfield304 US-22, Springfield, NJ 07081
Modern hotel on Route 22 with comfortable rooms, on-site dining, and easy highway access. A short drive from Summit.
The Hub — Murray Hill
New Providence535 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974
BW Premier Collection boutique hotel with modern amenities, complimentary breakfast, and a welcoming atmosphere. Highly rated by guests.
Hilton Short Hills
Short Hills41 JFK Pkwy, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Upscale full-service hotel with indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site dining. Adjacent to the Short Hills Mall. About 15 minutes from Summit.
🚗 A Bit Further
The Madison Hotel
Morristown1 Convent Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
Elegant historic hotel set on beautiful grounds, featuring the famous Copper Mine Restaurant in restored vintage rail cars. A beloved NJ landmark, about 20 minutes from Summit.
The Westin Governor Morris
Morristown2 Whippany Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
Full-service Westin property in downtown Morristown with upscale amenities, fitness center, and on-site dining. About 20 minutes from Summit.
Tip: The Albion and DeBary Inn are both on Springfield Ave in Summit — walking distance to most reunion events. Book early — October is Homecoming Weekend and rooms fill up fast!
Contact Us
Questions about the reunion? We're here to help!
Reunion Committee
Reach out to us with any questions, suggestions, or concerns
Common Questions
- • Event schedules and times
- • Venue information
- • RSVP assistance
- • Special accommodations
We'd Love to Hear
- • Your memories and stories
- • Suggestions for activities
- • Old photos to share
- • Help with planning
Reunion Team
Steering Committee
Ken Pott, Coordinator; Chris Stetson, Treasurer & Secretary; Maria (Pannullo) Daniels, Vice President; Jean (Wilson) Miller, Brian Keith, Peter Wallburg, Gregg Reynolds, Hillary (Hyde) Mullen, Cathy (Middleton) Zecchini, Sherry (Collins) Zabel, Christine (Hoffmann) Zunin, Beth (Pfaltz) Welsh, Leah (Morgan) Korbel, Lisa (Weaver) Finkler, Jane Pinzino
Class Outreach
Jean (Wilson) Miller, George Ross, Jim Flanagan
Catering
Maria (Pannullo) Daniels, Carl Ganger, Christine (Hoffmann) Zunin, Lisa (Bonynge) Schmidt, Brian Trumbore
Decor
Hillary (Hyde) Mullen, Janice DeRosa
Programming
Brian Keith, Constantine Kitsopoulos, Leah (Morgan) Korbel, Lisa (Weaver) Finkler, Jane Pinzino
Welcoming
Leah (Morgan) Korbel, Jane Pinzino, Lisa (Weaver) Finkler, Gregg Reynolds, Gail (Fricke) Dorosh, Nancy Kachline, Carl Ganger
Golf
Andy Nestler, Alan Wessel, Pete Mangin, George Ross, Sherry (Collins) Zabel
High School Tour
David Pease, Brian Trumbore
Tatlock Tailgate
Peter Wallburg, Rob Guida, Sherry (Collins) Zabel
Pickleball
Sherry (Collins) Zabel
Contribution Fund
We don't want cost to be a barrier for any classmate. This reunion is for everyone.
Need a Grant?
If the cost of attendance fees would be a hardship, please don't let that stop you from joining us. Reach out privately to Chris Stetson, our Treasurer.
Want to Contribute?
Contributions from classmates make the above grants possible or help to reduce the overall expenses of the weekend. If you'd like to contribute, simply add an amount to your own payment with a note that it's for the Contribution Fund. Any surplus will be donated to causes related to Summit High School.
Venmo:
- Open Venmo and search for @HilltoppersReunite
- Or scan the QR code below:
- In the Note box, state (a) the name you used in the RSVP and (b) the amount of the payment that is for events and/or contribution
Zelle:
- Go to Zelle at your online bank (if it participates in Zelle)
- First name: Hilltoppers
- Last name: Reunite
- Zelle ID: summithigh7626@gmail.com
- In the Note box, state (a) the name you used in the RSVP and (b) the amount of the payment that is for events and/or contribution
Check:
Payable to: Hilltoppers Reunite
Mail to: Chris Stetson, Treasurer, 7 Franklin Terrace, South Orange, NJ 07079
On the memo line, state (a) the name you used in the RSVP and (b) the amount of the payment that is for events and/or contribution
All assistance requests and contributions are handled with complete discretion by the reunion committee.
Class of '76 Reunion Survey
Your answers will be used to create a fun, light-hearted activity at the reunion.
Answer as many or as few questions as you wish — favorite memories, life achievements, your best (clean) joke, and more!
It only takes a few minutes, and the results will make for a great time at the reunion.
Take the SurveyOpens in a new tab • Google Forms