On May 1, Lizzy posted a handwritten letter announcing her departure from the girl group as well as Pledis Entertainment on their official fan cafe. Her letter is as follows:

"Hello! This is Lizzy.
It seems like it was cold weather just yesterday, but it's now it's really spring. Everyone's doing well, right? It looks like winter has passed, and spring has come. I'm writing to let you know of my second stage in my life. I always knew I'd graduate one day, and though it's already been 9 years, I feel like my graduation has come really quickly. 

In 2009, I, an average high school student in Busan, was cast. I came up to Seoul, spent my time as a trainee, became Lizzy to promote with After School and Orange Caramel. It was a joyful and happy day with many people, and I felt like the world was my oyster. Looking back, it was a beautiful time in my life. I really thank my Pledis family and head Han Sung Soo for letting me grow as Lizzy until now. I'll always be grateful, and I won't forget it.

To my members who I spent bittersweet times with, I really thank you, and I love you alot. I won't forget the moments I've had with our Playgirlz fans. Thank you so much, and I love you. I'll do my best to return your overwhelming affection and improve into a better person. Once again, thank you, and I love you.

-Posted by Lizzy April 2018"

Lizzy debuted as an After School member in April of 2010. Stay tuned for updates on Lizzy and After School. What are your thoughts on her leave from the group?