Use the table below to browse notable alumni from private schools around the United States.
Private School Alumni Directory:
Famous Private School Alumni (Michigan):
School Name
Notable School Alumni (Sample)
- Noah Goldberg, 2020 - Aim High Class of 2020 alum, Noah Goldberg, was named to the Dean's List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2020 Fall Semester. He is in the game design and development program. Congratulations, NOAH!! Visit Noah's merit page here: https://rit.meritpages.com/.../Noah-Goldberg.../49407884
- Noah Wolf, 2018 - Aim High alum, Noah Wolf, is making a name for himself at the University of Evansville in Indiana! Noah is a 2018 graduate of Aim High majoring in Elementary Education with a minor in Reading Education. Congratulations Noah....we are so proud of you and your accomplishments!! Visit Noah's merit page here: https://meritpages.com/Noah-Wolf/4860454
- Elizabeth B. Parent -
- Scott Davidson - 1968 - Integral foundation provided by Catholic education that contributed to future faith and success. -
- Scott Davidson - 1968 - Identifies the solid foundation that Catholic education provided as integral to his future faith and success. -
- Sam Aleman - 2015 - Civic Engagement Manager at Google -
- Stephen Naughton - 2007 - Sales Manager at PrintComm -
- Sally Rhind Doebler - Teacher involved in promoting Michigan’s state mammal. -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- Erica - Graduated college with highest honors from the University of Puget Sound in May 2016 with a major in history and minor in German. -
- Larry Page - Founder of Google -
- Sergey Brin - Founder of Google -
- Julia Child - First Female TV Host & Chef -
- Jimmy Wales - Founder of Wikipedia -
- Jacqueline Onassis Kennedy - Former First Lady -
- Will Wright - Founder & Designer of Sim City -
- Past graduates have become college professors, missionaries, nurses, bankers, teachers, pastors, accountants, servicemen, etc. -
- Jane Smith, Class of 2000, Award-winning film director -
- John Doe, Class of 2005, CEO of Tech Innovations -
- Jeff Bezos -
- Taylor Swift -
- George Clooney -
- Julia Child -
- DaRon Gilbert, NFL Linebacker -
- James Higdon, Engineering Teacher, Purdue University Attendee -
- Patricia Forney - Accepted into Harvard Medical School 2019,Boston, MA
- Kimberly Jones - Accepted in Emory Medical School, Atlanta, GA
- Amir H. - . Currently attending University of Michigan. Starting Football player
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1999) -
- Jane Smith, Award-Winning Author (Graduated 2005) -
- Kathy Clawson - 2004 - Social Worker -
- Stephen Anderson - 2006 - Bachelor's degree in scientific and technical communication from Michigan Tech -
- George Lathem IV - Published author and literacy advocate. -
- Ivan Krstic - Cybersecurity expert and the Head of Security Engineering + Architecture at Apple. -
- Cathy Sybert Olkin - Aerospace engineer who contributed to the New Horizons mission to Pluto. -
- Natalie Zemon Davis - Renowned historian and author known for her work in social history. -
- J.P. McCarthy, '50 - Former Detroit radio personality, WJR Radio.
- Michael Danna, '15 - Michael Danna '15, Defensive End for the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII victory, as well as in Super Bowl LV
- William Pulte, '50 - Chairman, Pulte Homes; Ranked #754 on Forbes Magazine list of World's Billionaires.
- Robert L. Poxon '65 - Awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions in Vietnam
- Teneka Singleton, Assistant Head of School -
- Brittany Washington, Upper School Counselor -
- Jasmine Kendrick - 2012 - Jasmine Kendrick is recognized for her community service and support for youth. -
- Fidel Marquez - 2021 - Fidel Marquez emphasizes life skills and community service through his work. -
- Gary Danielson - American college football commentator and former professional football player
- Aidan Hutchinson - American professional football defensive end for the Detroit Lions.
- Eric Haase - American professional baseball catcher for the Milwaukee Brewers of Major League Baseball
- Dwayne Henry, School Social Worker -
- Katie Smith, Former Professional Basketball Player -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- Maximilian Engle - Launched The Buck Up Podcast aimed at young men striving for sanctity. -
- John Doe - Nobel Laureate - 2010 -
- Terri Crouse Harmon - 1987 - Missionary with New Tribes Mission -
- Brent Bellinger - 2003 - Former Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Indiana Wesleyan University -
- John Smith, 2020 Graduate -
- Jane Doe, 2019 Graduate -
- Pastor Richard Krage, Founder of Freedom Christian School -
- Kristin Clark Taylor '74 - A former White House communications strategist and the White House Director of Media Relations, is the author of four books published by Random House/Doubleday and Penguin/Berkley.
- Charlie White '05 - Competitive Ice Dancer - Couples: 2014 Olympic Champion, the 2010 Olympic silver medalist, a two-time (2011, 2013) World champion, five-time Grand Prix Final champion (2009–2013), three-time Four Continents champion (2009, 2011, 2013) and six-time U.S. national champion (2009–2014)
- Tiffany Cunningham '94 - United States circuit judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
- Evan H. - Fusion Student, noted success in personal development and confidence. -
- Elissa S. - Fusion Parent, praised the staff and educational approach. -
- Brad Berry, current Head Hockey Coach at the University of North Dakota, former K-Wing -
- John Doe, Renowned Educator -
- Jane Smith, Award-Winning Author -
- Tom DeJonge - Notable for his leadership in education. -
- Member of prominent community leaders. -
- Catherine Weiler - Notable educator -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- John Doe - Notable author and educator, graduated in 2000. -
- John Doe - Nobel Laureate, graduated in 2000 -
- Ari Axelrod, recognized by The Jewish Week as one of the '36 To Watch Award.' -
- Robert Axelrod, award-winning screenwriter and playwright. -
- Austin Hatch -
- Austin Hatch - Survived two plane crashes and played basketball for the University of Michigan. -
- Ben VanderWoude - Notable businessman and philanthropist. -
- Amanda Dunneback - Employed at the University of Michigan in Nuclear Medicine. -
- Megan, KinderCare Assistant Teacher -
- Rev. Dr. Douglas Krengel, Pastor, Concordia University Chicago -
- Laura McNeil, Health Advocate -
- Tim Barsuhn, Author and Educator -
- Camille Primeau – Voice Performance Major at University of Michigan -
- Scott Mazurkiewicz – Auto Damage Adjuster in Chicago -
- Reilly Ankers – University of Michigan Student -
- Joey White – Engineering Student -
- Shirley Freeman - Alumni Parent, 1991-2007 -
- Lauren Brady - Attended Kazoo 2005-2009 -
- Dr. James Green - Graduated from Lansing Baptist School in 1976, proceeded to study for the ministry, and became the administrator of Lansing Baptist School. -
- Mrs. Terri Green - Valedictorian of her high school class and magna cum laude from Tennessee Temple University in 1979, became principal of Lansing Baptist School in 2015. -
- Ramón Rodríguez '97 - Ramón Rodríguez is a Puerto Rican actor known for his current role as the title character in the ABC series Will Trent. Previous roles of interest included The Wire and Day Break, and in the films Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and The Taking of Pelham 123.
- Dr. Clark, LCS Parent -
- Sasha Compère - Actress, writer, and aspiring director/producer -
- Julia Dixon - Named Forbes 30 Under 30 -
- Danielle Hawkins, Class of '22, notable for her contributions to community service. -
- Dr. Cheryl Delaney Kreger '66 - President of Mercy High School -
- Sharad P. Jain - Chair of the Board -
- Katie Holmes, actress; graduated in 1997 -
- Michael Jordan, basketball player; graduated in 1981 -
- Sharon Zonnefeld - Director of Teaching and Learning -
- Danny - Academic Services Officer at the Department of Music at Wayne State University. -
- Kathleen - On the premed track at Kalamazoo College after graduating early. -
- Ronnie - Student at Kalamazoo College, appreciates diversity and interpersonal skills learned at Montessori. -
- Maryanne - Hockey player for the University of Minnesota, majoring in human resource development. -
- Lucy - Graduate of the University of Michigan School of Music, now performing in New York City. -
- Darris - Social Advertising Analyst for BuzzFeed in NYC. -
- Zach - Works in Marketing and Brand Systems at IBM in NYC. -
- Ian - Legislative Correspondent to Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III. -
- Clare - High school science teacher in Connecticut. -
- Joanne Shango - Founding Head of School and recognized for innovative Montessori education methods. -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000) -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner -
- Angela B., NPC Graduate, Class of 2016 -
- Bryce Barringer NDP'17 - NFL player, New England Patriots
- Monsignor Todd Lajiness, Podcast Host -
- Nichole Campbell ('90) - Director of Admissions and Enrollment -
- Assoumani, graduated from Grace Christian University in 2016, works for Bethany Christian Services. -
- Carolina, graduated in 2005, completed medical school at Michigan State University and is now in her 5th year of General Surgery Residency at Arizona Medical Center. -
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
- Jamey Bell - Executive Director of Greater Hartford Legal Aid - 1975 -
- Gavin Chensue - Research Engineer at SRI International, former NOAA Corps Officer. -
- Bryan Thao Worra - Poet and Community Activist, acknowledged for leadership in the Lao and Hmong writing community. -
- Fr. Robert Slaton, Parish Priest -
- Fr. Louis Lapeyre, Priest in Solidum -
- Andrew Walker - Valedictorian 2007 -
- Emma Waack - Valedictorian 2018 -
- Students who graduated and have gone on to prestigious universities -
- Alumni associated with Harvard University -
- Alumni who attended Michigan Technological University -
- Danny DeKeyser - Detroit Red Wing Hockey Player
- Edward Martel III - Pitcher, Major League Baseball
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (2000) -
- Megan Smith, Technology Innovator, Class of 2000 -
- Carson Hocevar - NASCAR Race Driver
- Chris Francik - Principal at St. Paul Lutheran School -
- Jane Doe, Class of 2010 - Author and Speaker -
- John Smith, Class of 2008 - Entrepreneur -
- John Smith, Class of 1995 - renowned author -
- Alumni from Hope Christian Academy -
- Alumni from Michigan Lutheran Seminary -
- Keegan Michael Key - 1989 - MADtv -
- Kristen Bell - 1998 - Screen actress -
- Chika Amene - Most decorated track athlete in the history of Southfield Christian, won multiple state titles. -
- Kaelin Ray - Multi-sport athlete with multiple state awards and records. -
- John Smith, Actor -
- Alice Johnson, Scientist -
- None specified -
- Gus Johnson '85 - FOX Sports College Football
- Ned Blackhawk '89 - 2023 National Book Award Winner
- Br. Guy Consolmagno '70 - Vatican Astronomer
- Connor Barwin '05 - NFL Player (Retired), Pro-Bowler
- Robert Fisher '77 - Bishop, Archdiocese of Detroit
- Not mentioned -
- Alumni of Cornell University -
- Alumni of University of Michigan -
- Greg Meyer '73 - 1983 Boston Marathon Winner
- Tom Ryan '75 - Co-Founder of Smashburger & Tom's Watch Bar Franchises
- Fr. Pete McCormick '95 - Assistant Vice President of Campus Ministry at University of Notre Dame; ND Men's Basketball Chaplain
- Connie Maedel Diehl, Notable artist -
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