Mitty Magazine: Summer 2023

Archbishop Mitty High School proudly presents the Class of 2023

Table of Contents

3 Meet the Class of 2023

Congratulations to the seniors moving across the nation to attend college and share their God-given talents with the world. Congratulations, Class of 2023!

18

Monarchs who Teach

Celebrating four decades of AMHS almumni who returned to the classroom.

24 Athletics Hits Home Run w ith Sibling Alumni Coaches

The AMHS legacy lives on in the coaching careers of siblings Brian’03 and Megan ’07 Yocke. 26

Paying forward the impact that retreats made on them during their time at Mitty, alumni continue

in this important AMHS experience.

Leadership In Catholic Education

President

Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton

Principal

Katherine Caputo

Associate Principal

Keith Mathews

Assistant Principal

Jim Fallis

Vice President of Advancement

Teré Aceves

Chief Financial Officer

Deepika Nabar

Chief Information Officer

Eric Anderson

Dean of Students

Lauren Bevilacqua ’05

Dean of Students

Will Perez

Director of Admissions

Katherine Wesmiller

The show

Through

Director of Athletics

Brian Eagleson ’92

Director of Campus Ministry

Jamie Visser

Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Patsy Vargas

Director of Performing Arts

Doug Santana

Director of Student Activities

Greg Walker

Director of Creative Services

JoAnn Schilb

Archbishop Mitty High School

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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Dear Friends,

What a year! After an emotional and tough start, the 2022-23 school year inspired us to believe that each day, each moment, is worthy of celebration. From a miraculous turnaround football season to a surprise puppy gift at the annual Christmas rally, this year proved to be one for the ages. As you read this Mitty Magazine graduation edition, I invite you to celebrate the resilience of the Class of 2023 as we send them off to be the next leaders of our global future, to help us honor Monarch alumni who have dedicated their lives to educating the next generation of scholars, to show deep gratitude to the teams who work behind the scenes (literally) to shine a light on God-given talents, and to marvel with us at how the Archbishop Mitty community continues to strive for excellence due to dedicated family ties.

I am so proud of this year. At the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2023, I encouraged this year’s graduates to consider the role of faith and belief in their lives. Our hope for AMHS graduates is that they advance to the next phase of their journeys as intellectually competent, just, faith-filled, respectful leaders; and every interaction fuels my optimism that our hope has been realized. I will be honest and say there were some tough moments during the year when my own faith was shaken. But in those times, as soon as I walked out to the Schott Commons, popped by a class in the Sobrato Science and Student Life Center, or stepped into the Kinkade Theater and watched our Monarchs in all of their authentic joy, my faith was renewed and I was instantly reminded of the unique high school experience we offer here.

As you flip through these pages, I hope your faith in this community increases. I hope you enjoy learning more about the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2023, the impact our unparalleled co-curricular programs have on our students, and the dedicated donors, volunteers, and supporters who continue to make this place a welcoming home-away-from-home for so many young people. These stories, seen and unseen, are evidenced in this summer issue and are the substance of what we hope for as administrators, faculty, and staff – for AMHS to continue to be the best Catholic, college prep imaginable.

After three decades as a student, alumna, and now President of AMHS, I am still, at times, amazed at how this community continues to rise to meet the ever-evolving tide of change. The future is indeed bright; and with your help, we will continue to hold onto the hope that this community will remain faith-filled with an unwavering belief that we will win hearts and minds (and a few championships here and there ;).

Enjoy reading this issue and please Monarchs, don’t ever stop believing. And on the days when the going gets tough, remember that even in the darkest of nights, joy always comes in the morning.

May God bless you and your families always,

Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton President

“By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.” Proverbs 24: 3-4

Dear Friends,

I realized as we finished up the year that I spent a great deal of time this school year on the hunt for that which could be called “normal.” I longed to pull out the files from the back of the drawer that told tales of how we used to do things, way back before the pandemic. I had great hopes that the 2022-2023 school year would be “normal,” for us to roll right into a year of the familiar and to see the Mitty we know and love come to life for our students, faculty, and staff. But, in true Mitty fashion, nothing was "normal" this year.

With the passing of two beloved members of our staff, our year began with heartbreak. As a community we leaned on one another and helped to ease the pain from the loss of Mr. Zach Smith and Mrs. Kate Slevin. We lived this year for them and with them by our side. And perhaps their legacies of generosity and kindness helped our community grow in those same ways this year. Mr. Smith and Mrs. Slevin were ever-present this year as we glimpsed moments of normalcy that blossomed into the extraordinary.

This year has been marked with many extraordinary moments from ovation-inducing productions to championship titles to unparalleled academic performance and exceptional instances of servant leadership. All of these annual milestones pointed to normalcy at AMHS; but with the re-emergence of these moments, I was reminded that there is no “normal” here. There are traditions and rituals and rites of passage, all of which make Archbishop Mitty the special place that it is, and anything but “normal.”

Campus had its usual buzz with practices, rehearsals, gatherings and a great deal of hard work taking place each day. In those typical daily events, we found the familiar and a return to a life that brought with it a comfortable flow, and for many of us, a tremendous gratitude for the extraordinary moments of grace that we had, perhaps, not truly appreciated as much just a few years ago.

In this issue of Mitty Magazine, we see these extraordinary Mitty experiences move beyond the hallways of campus and out into the world (and sometimes back to campus once again). From the successes of the Class of 2023 to our alumni working as teachers across the globe to alumni siblings honoring their family and their alma mater by supporting today’s Monarchs to alumni coming back to “live the fourth” by serving as Kairos leaders, we see both our recent and seasoned alumni using their “normal” Mitty experience in extraordinary ways.

So my quest for “normal” in yet another extraordinary year seems to have been in vain, but what I did come to realize is that at a place as special as Archbishop Mitty High School, I was never going to find “normal.” Instead, I am remarkably grateful for our return to the extraordinary.

Thank you for entrusting your students with us, for your belief in the good work done here each day, and for the ongoing support of your alma mater.

May God bless you and your families.

With sincere gratitude,

Katherine Caputo Principal

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF

2023

“Go forth and remember all you have learned here. Then, come back and share with us everything you have seen. Archbishop Mitty will always be your home.” – Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton, AMHS President

Each year, five seniors are presented with special awards at graduation. We are pleased to introduce these Monarchs and share some of their many accomplishments.

VALEDICTORIAN YIXUAN QIAO

The Valedictorian for the Class of 2023 is Yixuan Qiao, a genuine scholar, at home with and profoundly intrigued by the world of complex ideas. Equally at ease in the sciences and the humanities, his insights into the philosophical musings of the past masters, as well as on contemporary technological advancements, spring from a keen understanding of foundational ideas and an admirable comfort level with cutting-edge developments in engineering.

In four years at Mitty, he has maintained a 4.75 grade point average while taking 12 Advanced Placement courses. And in every course he’s taken at Mitty, he’s earned a grade of “A”. He’s been honored with AMHS Departmental Certificates in Mathematics, Science, World Languages, and Religious Studies; just recently he was named the Medallion winner in English; and he is a recipient of the school’s General Excellence Award as a junior and as a senior. Yixuan has been named an AP Scholar with Distinction by the College Board for his record of achievement on AP exams.

Yixuan combines his studies with extensive involvement in campus and community organizations.

He participated in the school’s Environmental Challenge Immersion trip in the summer of 2022. He’s an editor for the student newspaper, The Monarch. He serves as the president of the Music Production Club and of the Life Skills Club; and he’s a pivotal member of the Robotics Team.

He is a Gold-level competitor in the U.S.A. Computing Olympiad. And in what time remains, he teaches an on-line course in web design to junior high students.

Yixuan will be focusing on Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley in the fall.

SALUTATORIAN ALEXANDER CALL

The Salutatorian for the Class of 2023 is Alex Call. Alex brings a superior intellect and boundless enthusiasm to each class session. In his four years at Mitty, he has maintained a GPA of 4.68, having taken and received an “A” in 14 different AP classes. He has been named by The College Board as an AP Scholar with Distinction. He has also been recognized with AMHS Departmental Certificates in World Languages, English, and Science, as well as the school’s General Excellence Award. This year he was named the Department Medallion recipient in Religious Studies.

On campus, Alex is a leader, serving as the co-president of the French Club; as a writer for the campus newspaper, The Monarch; and as a leading member of the Robotics Team. He’s a performer with both the Concert Choir and the Chamber Choir. His original orchestral compositions have been featured in the campus newspaper; and he helped compose the original score for the school’s production of A Midsummer’s Night Dream

Alex uses his talents in service to the larger community, as well. He’s been an umpire for Little League games. And for the last two years, his design and construction of a lights display that highlights his neighborhood’s food drive in support of the needy has helped to net thousands of dollars in contributions. Alex will be attending the University of California Berkeley in the fall, majoring in physics.

ROMERO AWARD MAREN NEUNFINGER

The Romero Award, named after Salvadoran Archbishop Óscar Romero, draws attention to the school’s core mission by recognizing a senior who is deeply committed to the Campus Ministry program and puts his or her education at the service of those in need.

Our Archbishop Oscar Romero Award winner this year is Maren Neunfinger. Like Romero, Maren sees clearly that her Catholic faith is not additional to her education. Rather, her desire to be and build the Kingdom of God undergirds her entire life’s purpose.

Maren has exemplified servant leadership within the Mitty community and beyond. Her lived faith informs her desire to learn about and create social justice. After taking the ECJ: India immersion course, she participated in our local immersion trip, ECJ: Bay Area. In her senior year, she lived out her faith as a member of LIFE Corps, where she led Quest and Kairos retreats and served as a Confirmation leader.

At this year’s Advent Liturgy, Maren offered a reflection to our entire school community. She challenged us to live up to Mary’s example that, in Maren’s words, “is a reminder that a young woman of faith like me can bring forth God’s goodness into the world.” As her reflection continued, Maren perfectly articulated the tension of “waiting in despair and hope.” To be a person of faith in our world today means articulating the reality of despair: the climate crisis, poverty, violence, exclusion. Archbishop Oscar Romero knew this well. And yet, as Maren describes, “we are also called to pay attention to where God already is. And the life of Mary is a reminder that change starts with us.” Maren will continue to put her faith into action at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo next year.

THE REGENTS’ AWARDS

The Archbishop Mitty High School Board of Regents honors two seniors each year at graduation in recognition of overall achievement. The winners of this award demonstrate academic achievement and excellence in a wide range of activities on campus and uphold the values and ideals of the school. The board donates a financial award to the school’s scholarship fund in each student’s name.

JAYLA DIXON

The Regents Award this year is presented to Jayla Dixon, a truly remarkable young woman who has undertaken a challenging academic schedule of college prep, honors and Advanced Placement courses during her time here. She is a thoughtful, enthusiastic, collaborative and diligent student, who contributes positively to every class she takes.

Jayla’s successes extend far beyond the classroom. She has been a four-year member of our women’s field hockey team, serving as the team captain this year; a team manager for both the men’s varsity basketball team and the women’s varsity lacrosse team; a member of our Campus Ministry Life Corps team, where she led retreats and coordinated Cornerstone activities; a participant in last summer’s ECJ: Bay Area immersion trip; a four-year member of the Black Student Union; and a three-year member of student government, serving this year as the senior class president.

Away from campus, Jayla shares her many gifts with several non-profits, including Her Drive, where she promoted and organized a period poverty drive; Diabetes Youth Families, where she served as a camp counselor at Bearskin Meadows camp for children with diabetes; and as an ambassador for Girl Scouts of America, where she earned the prestigious Silver Award.

Jayla’s servant leadership both on campus and off allowed her to serve as an admissions ambassador, where she had the opportunity to speak to countless prospective students and their families. She will be attending The Ohio State University in the fall.

BENJAMIN KIM

The Regents Award is also presented to Ben Kim, a young man who has involved himself in a wide variety of activities from athletics to student government to admissions. He has taken a rigorous and advanced college preparatory course of study, including honors and AP courses. His teachers point to his positivity and thoughtfulness as contributions to the classroom which enhance the learning experience for all.

Ben has immersed himself in the Mitty community. As a four-year member of student government, he has led and supported his class throughout their time here. He served as a member of the LIFE Corp Team in Campus Ministry Program, where he led a Kairos retreat, gave a personal reflection during reconciliation services, and assisted with recruitment for the LIFE Team Program.

He is a gifted athlete, playing football, ice hockey and baseball, as well as participating in track and field during his years at Mitty. This year Ben served as one of the captains of the football program and helped to lead the team to a remarkable turnaround season. And most recently, he was named the 2023 WCAL Male Scholar Athlete of the Year.

As a member of the Admissions team, Ben’s involvement in so many aspects of the Archbishop Mitty community has made him an incredible representative of the school to prospective students and their families. He has served as an admissions ambassador, welcoming prospective students and their families to campus. Ben will be attending Claremont McKenna College next fall.

2023 SENIOR AWARDS

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS

Sanay Bordia

Ethan Brune

Srujan Chaganti

April Chan

Oliver Chen

Amara Fernandes

Neel Gajare

Guhan Karthik

Ahilan Karuppusami

William Kim

Adarsh Krishnan

Patrick Kumar

Stewart Kwok

Sean Lee

Qingyuan Li

Siddharth Nair

Allison Ng

Ryan Ngai

Riona Pampati

Sritej Ponna

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP COMMENDED STUDENTS

Rohan Ballari

Rohan Bansal

Sarah Ben Makhlouf

Shefali Bharadwaj

Arz Bshara

Jaanya Chawla

Emma Clark

Nicholas Corral

Anya Danes

Niamh Dempsey

Miranda Do-Tran

Matthew Garcia

Isabelle Garlepp

Maria George

Natalie Greene

Anshul Gupta

Aryan Halen

Tanish Kher

Alice Kim

Elliott Kim

Samantha Kitchener

Alexis Korb

Alicia Lee

Terrence Lei

Ivan Lin

Kyle Lin

Emiliana Lo

Madhav Lopez

Sarah Louie

Ryan Marquardt

Lucas Miller

Anya Modi

Leighton Ng

Thi Nguyen

Rahul Raman

Rahul Ramarao

Sydney Regan

Aryana Satheesh

Arvind Sthanukrishnan

Seven Suwandi

ARCHBISHOP MITTY ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Students who achieved a cumulative academic grade point average of 4.0 or better for each of the first seven semesters.

Neha Anand

Sophia Anderson

Rohan Ballari

Jaylene Banaag

Rohan Bansal

Emilie Beaudoin-Rousseau

Julie Bellitto

Sarah Ben Makhlouf

Shefali Bharadwaj

Sritha Bhupatiraju

Kristina Bleszynski

Sanay Bordia

Samantha Bowar

Cassandra Brown

Eric Brown

Ethan Brune

Arz Bshara

Charles Butler

Morgan Caldera

Alexander Call

Alex Casale

Srujan Chaganti

April Chan

Jaanya Chawla

Nathan Chen

Oliver Chen

Steven Choi

Amelia Chuang

Erin Chung

Emma Clark

Sabrina Codipilly

Nicholas Corral

Eleanor Crema

Anya Danes

Brooke Decker

Niamh Dempsey

Jonathan Dinh

Matthew Do

Aaleesha Doshi

Angela Du

Tess Dueck

Hutchinson Dutton

Amara Fernandes

Neel Gajare

Isabelle Garlepp

Matilda Genevriere

Maria George

Ronan Gilmore

Natalie Greene

Maria Grothe

Anshul Gupta

Talia Gutierrez

Aryan Halen

Haley Hernandez

Arthur Hsueh

Ashmit Kalra

Ahilan Karuppusami

Taara Khan

Dhwani Kharidia

Tanish Kher

Alice Kim

Elliott Kim

William Kim

Samantha Kitchener

Alexis Korb

Aarush Krishnan

Adarsh Krishnan

Patrick Kumar

Stewart Kwok

Ava La France

Alicia Lee

Jared Lee

Kyle Lee

Sean Lee

Terrence Lei

Qingyuan Li

Kyle Lin

Izabel Lippman

Emiliana Lo

Madhav Lopez

Noele Louie

Kaitlyn Madrigal

Matthew Maranowski

Ava Markert

Ryan Marquardt

Marcus Mata

Julien Meier

Anya Modi

Siddharth Nair

Maren Neunfinger

Allison Ng

Leighton Ng

Ryan Ngai

Abigayle Ngan

Thi Nguyen

Chidubem Nwosu

Riona Pampati

Chanhee Park

Angelina Pham

Emma Pham

Roanna Pham

Sritej Ponna

Yixuan Qiao

Rahul Raman

Rahul Ramarao

Sophia Ramirez

Sydney Regan

Alexander Richter

Yixuan Qiao

Guha Sriram

Jonathan Sy

Jonathan Wang

Welton Wang

Alice Tsioutsioulikli

Emily Vu

John Vu

James Wu

Ethan Yang

Emily Zhang

Alex Zhu

Davia Rode

Francesca Rossi

Aryana Satheesh

Clara Schultz

Yousuf Shaik

Alice Shen

Adil Shivakumar

Guha Sriram

Arvind Sthanukrishnan

Seven Suwandi

Jonathan Sy

Emma Taddeo

Maxwell Tran

Aidan van Dalen

Emily Vu

John Vu

Olivia Wahl

Albert Wang

Jonathan Wang

Welton Wang

Brianna Wiles

Christopher Wong

James Wu

Ethan Yang

Freya Youssef

Allison Yuan

Emily Zhang

ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM AWARDS

AP Scholars received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.

Sophia Anderson

Samantha Bowar

Esme Brody

Eric Brown

Morgan Caldera

Alex Casale

Nathan Chen

Steven Choi

Erin Chung

Roanne Zoe Deleon

Riti Dey

Jonathan Dinh

Ashley Fortes

Talia Gutierrez

Haley Hernandez

Ashmit Kalra

Taara Khan

Alicia Lee

Jonathan Lin

Enya Liu

Kaitlyn Madrigal

Katelyn Nguyen

Paige Pataky

Emma Pham

Roanna Pham

Zoë Phoenix

Francesca Rossi

Yousuf Shaik

Stanley Shen

Maxwell Tran

Timothy Trick

Catalina Valle

Albert Wang

AP Scholars with Honor received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.

Veronica Andrade

Jaylene Banaag

Julia Baust

Shefali Bharadwaj

Kristina Bleszynski

Cassandra Brown

Ethan Brune

Emma Clark

Nicholas Corral

Brooke Decker

Matthew Do

Amara Fernandes

Natalie Greene

Oktawian Kadluczka

Guhan Karthik

Alexis Korb

Kyle Lin

Izabel Lippman

Madhav Lopez

Julien Meier

Lucas Miller

Siddharth Nair

Chidubem Nwosu

Chanhee Park

Rahul Raman

Sophia Ramirez

Sydney Regan

Karly Richman

Alexander Richter

Davia Rode

Aidan van Dalen

Maximilian Vrcelj

Olivia Wahl

AP Scholars with Distinction received an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.

Rohan Ballari

Rohan Bansal

Sarah Ben Makhlouf

Sritha Bhupatiraju

Sanay Bordia

Arz Bshara

Alexander Call

Srujan Chaganti

April Chan

Jaanya Chawla

Oliver Chen

Amelia Chuang

Anya Danes

Niamh Dempsey

Aaleesha Doshi

Angela Du

Tess Dueck

Neel Gajare

Isabelle Garlepp

Matilda Genevriere

Maria George

Maria Grothe

Anshul Gupta

Aryan Halen

Ahilan Karuppusami

Dhwani Kharidia

Tanish Kher

Alice Kim

Elliott Kim

William Kim

Samantha Kitchener

Adarsh Krishnan

Patrick Kumar

Stewart Kwok

Naomi Lahner

Jared Lee

Kyle Lee

Sean Lee

Terrence Lei

Qingyuan Li

Ivan Lin

Emiliana Lo

Matthew Maranowski

Ryan Marquardt

Anya Modi

Allison Ng

Leighton Ng

Ryan Ngai

Abigayle Ngan

Thi Nguyen

Riona Pampati

Angelina Pham

Sritej Ponna

Yixuan Qiao

Rahul Ramarao

Aryana Satheesh

Clara Schultz

Alice Shen

Adil Shivakumar

Guha Sriram

Arvind Sthanukrishnan

Jonathan Sy

Alice Tsioutsioulikli

Emily Vu

John Vu

Jonathan Wang

Welton Wang

Elizabeth Yang

Ethan Yang

Allison Yuan

Emily Zhang

SANTA CLARA COUNTY ALLIANCE OF BLACK EDUCATORS AWARDS

Tyler Aremu

Kaitlyn Arzu

Cassandra Brown

Emma Clark

Jacqueline Cox

Jayla Dixon

Nahum Fikre

Brycen Johnson

Martin Kwende

Naomi Lahner

Romane Le Gall

Malakai Marshall

Zaccai Ng-Posey

Chidubem Nwosu

Alyssa Onyeagwa

Jaiden Paran-Parham

Zoë Phoenix

Joshua Richardson

Derek Sangster

Jordan Sion

Quincy Springs

Demaris Temesgen

Sandrea Thomas

William Towers

Gary Braia Service Awards

Lucas Walker

Jackson Wright

Each year service awards are given to those members of the graduating class who demonstrate, to an exceptional degree, service to the school and the wider community. The awards are named in memory of Gary Braia, a long-time and much-beloved Archbishop Mitty teacher and campus minister who exemplified selfless service to others. The 2021 recipients of the Gary Braia Service Award are as follows

Tyler Aremu

Jaylene Banaag

Annabelle Barbazette

Daniel Barton

Nathan Bonilla

Alexander Caputo

Emma Clark

Nicholas Corral

Samantha de Kay

Zachary DeGuzman

Nicolas Diaz

Jonathan Dinh

Jayla Dixon

Angela Du

Ronan Gilmore

Grace Govig

Evan Jaber

Guhan Karthik

Benjamin Kim

Alexis Korb

Patrick Kumar

Olivia Ledger

Alison Madia

Caitlin Madia

Emma Mailey

Matthew Maranowski

Marcus Mata

Roxy Matos

Julien Meier

Maren Neunfinger

Thi Nguyen

Chidubem Nwosu

Paige Pataky

Zoë Phoenix

Sydney Regan

Emilia Rodriguez

Marie Ryan

Monica Scott

Daniel Scudero Jr.

Seven Suwandi

William Towers

Maxwell Tran

Athena Tsakiris

Lucas Walker

Colby Worthington

2023 SENIOR AWARDS (continued)

ARCHBISHOP MITTY MEDALLIONS

Campus Ministry

Evan Jaber

English Yixuan Qiao

Mathematics

Performing Arts

Physical Development

Religious Studies

Robotics

Stewart Kwok

Marcello Salvatierra

Steven Anaya

Alexander Call

Rohan Bansal

Science Sritej Ponna

Social Studies

Speech and Debate

Student Government

Visual Arts

World Languages

Adarsh Krishnan

Shefali Bharadwaj

Grace Govig

Nathan Nguyen

Seven Suwandi

Yearbook Noele Louie

ARCHBISHOP MITTY CERTIFICATES

Campus Ministry

Chloe Ella

Marcus Mata

Clara Schultz

Colby Worthington

Physical Development

Morgan Caldera

Elise Picard

Derek Sangster

Daniel Scudero Jr.

English

Naomi Lahner

Sean Lee

Aidan van Dalen

Emily Vu

Religious Studies

Jadyn Conover

Anya Danes

Maren Neunfinger

Damian Youssef

Speech and Debate

Student Government

Jack Hull

Allison Ng

Sydney Regan

Lucas Walker

Mathematics

Angela Du

Maria Grothe

Qingyuan Li

Jonathan Sy

Robotics

Science

Qingyuan Li

Makenna Soria

Nicholas Corral

Maria George

Visual Arts

Bruce Dowd

Madison Kirkland

Romane Le Gall

Sarah Louie

Newspaper

Performing Arts

Anya Danes

Aidan van Dalen

Emma Clark

Elliott Kim

Ava La France

Sean Lee

Margaret Mesler

Clara Schultz

Samantha Kitchener

Ryan Ngai

World Languages

Alexander Call

Matilda Genevriere

Social Studies

Veronica Andrade

Nicholas Corral

Anya Danes

Dylan Williams

Yearbook

Izabel Lippman

Sritej Ponna

Jonathan Lin

Karly Richman

2023 College and University ACCEPTANCES

MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2023 WERE POLLED AS TO THEIR EDUCATIONAL PLANS FOR THE FALL OF 2023. THE RESULTS ARE AS FOLLOWS

Introducing the Class of 2023

Stela Noelle Oliva Abasta*

Jarren Kay Advincula

Chase Jaeden Agregado*

Diego Alejandro Aguilar

Emily Aguirre

Neha Amy Anand*

Steven Ray Anaya*

Adriana Christina Anderson

Sophia Luna Anderson*

Veronica Daniela Andrade*

Tyler Ayodeji Aremu*

Peter L. Arnao

Kaitlyn Liduvina Arzu*

Brandon Tyler Aspuria

Rania Awad*

Jaden Roman Baddo

Rohan Ballari*

Caden Balzer*

Jaylene Faith Banaag*

Rohan Bansal*

Annabelle Barbazette

Austin Paul Barbeau

Daniel Baron

Reese Ann Bartlett*

Daniel Patrick Barton*

Julia Claire Baust*

Emilie Beaudoin-Rousseau*

Julie Manon Bellitto*

Sarah Ben Makhlouf*

Estefany Benjumé Salazar

Audrey Bentzel*

Arz Bshara*

Meagan Mary Burrows*

Charles Robert Butler*

Andres Cabrera

Gabriel Artemio Calamba

Ty Nicholas Caldarelli-Yoshida

Morgan Grace Caldera*

Alexander Zachary Call*

Jasmine Victoria Campbell

Madison Maxine Cantlen*

Alexander Paul Caputo*

Brendan Francis Caradonna

Ella Capri Carlino

Alex Jeffrey Casale*

Srujan Chaganti*

April Hantien Chan*

Julian Patrick Chavez

Jaanya Chawla*

Nathan Chen*

Oliver Yangluo Chen*

Benjamin Bereznak*

Shefali Bharadwaj*

Sritha Bhupatiraju*

Matteo Ismael Blandino*

Kristina Bleszynski*

Annie Lynn Boehner*

Nathan Alexander Bonilla

Sanay Bordia*

Lea Tina Bourges-Sevenier*

Samantha Elaine Bowar*

Caitlyn Claire Boynton*

Meredith Josephine Braitberg*

Luka Brocilo*

Esme Elizabeth Brody*

Cassandra Lynn Brown*

Emma Jacqueline Brown*

Eric Foster Brown*

Ethan Zhen Wei Brune*

Steven Choi*

Amelia Ya-lin Chuang*

Erin Jana Chung*

Emma Maureen Clark*

Courtney Lauren Coates*

Sabrina Mariane Codipilly*

Erika Anna Conley*

Jadyn Michael Hermosillo Conover*

Royce Dickson-Child*

Jonathan Quang Huy Dinh*

Jayla Monet Dixon*

Matthew Quan Do*

Miranda Huyen Do-Tran*

Aaleesha Doshi*

Bruce Yo Dowd*

Rochelle Driz

Angela Anqi Du*

Tess Lilianne Dueck*

Nikola Michael Dueweke

Benjamin Trung Duong*

Hutchinson Scott Victor Wakefield Dutton*

Chloe Ella

Connor Daniel Elliott*

Michelle Marie Ereno

David Estrada

Nahum Damtew Fikre

Sienna Renée Flores*

Michael Sio Atonio Forney

Ashley Danielle Fortes *

Neel Lalit Gajare*

Rade T. Galeb

Marin Aleah Garand

Chiara Nicole Ramos Garcia*

Matthew Justin Garcia

Isabelle Qui Garlepp*

Matilda Genevriere*

Joseph William Gentle*

Nicholas Xachary Corral*

Jacqueline Cox

Eleanor Capri Crema*

Antonio Juan Cueva II

Claire Grace Curtis

Nina Karolina Cvillink*

Anya Katherine Danes*

Elise Fauntine de Kay

Samantha Ann de Kay

Dominic Martell DeBenedetti*

Brooke Skye Decker*

Zachary Christian DeGuzman*

Roanne Zoe Mayo Deleon*

Owen Daniel Delumpa

Niamh Grace Dempsey*

Trent Michael Devore*

Evan Dexter

Riti Dey*

Isha Rashmi Dhir*

Nicolas Alexander Diaz

Giselle Estrada

Kaitlyn Marie Fant

Patrick Fast*

Amara Lourdes Fernandes*

Gabriel Fernandez

Stella Alicia Fijman*

Maria George*

Alexandra Helen Gibbs

Ronan Liam Gilmore*

Javier Gomez

Grace Olivia Govig

Natalie Mary Greene*

Leia Rose Gregory*

Maria Grothe*

MeIina Lynn Guardino

Sofia Madeleine Guevarra

Tatiana Chriesia Gunawan*

Anshul Gupta*

The Class of 2023

Talia Eileen Gutierrez*

Jasmine Breanna Guzman

Gabriel Joseph Haggerty

Aryan Halen*

Audrey Frances Hansen

Elle Joyce Hanson*

Isabel Hardesty

Alice Minju Kim*

Benjamin Clark Kim*

Elliott J. Kim*

William Dain Kim*

Madison Lee Kirkland

Samantha Hailey Kitchener*

Mariann Alexa Knight*

Alexis Jolie Korb*

Aarush Navneet Krishnan*

Adarsh Krishnan*

Avia Kucic

Anirudh Kumar*

Patrick Aticha Kumar*

Martin Mukah Kwende Jr

Stewart Kwok*

Ava Marlise La France*

Evan Wilhelm Lachnit

Naomi Emma Lahner*

Desmond Lai*

Allison Mei-Li Lam*

Ashley Elizabeth Laron*

Lucas Thamrong Lee*

Sean Minook Lee*

Terrence Lei*

Denae Milanna Lemery*

Demi Louise Harris

Benjamin Aaron Hayman*

Mason Patrick Hemsley

Kendra Leigh Herbert*

Haley Grace Hernandez*

Maya Cecelia Hernandez*

Madison Larot Hommes

Georgie Kathleen Honoré

Arthur J. Hsueh*

Siobhan Inger Huber*

Corbin Skye Hui*

Jack Harrison Hull

Evan William Jaber*

Camille Therese Jiménez*

Brycen Alexander Johnson

Oktawian Marcin Kadluczka*

Ashmit Kalra*

Guhan Karthik*

Ahilan Karuppusami*

Cole George Kelly*

Jason Davis Khalid

Taara Vukotic Khan*

Dhwani Mehul Kharidia*

Tanish Kher*

Orlagh Feeney LaTourrette*

Nathan Fallorina Lau

Qingyuan Li*

Audrey Marie Liddle*

Ivan Lin*

Jonathan Edmund Lin*

Kyle You-Liang Lin*

Izabel Lippman*

Armand Mni Littlebear

Enya Joanne Liu*

Jenna Mieko Lloyd*

Emiliana Gabriela Lo*

Angela Catlin Lomeli*

Madhav Grizel Lopez*

Noele Ellie Louie*

Sarah Waiyan Louie*

Pranay Macherla*

Analysse Gabriela Macias

Lauryn Kristina Maciel*

Alison Theresa Madia*

Caitlin Cecelia Madia*

Megan Elizabeth Lawrence*

Romane Chloé Le Gall*

Lucas Kimball Leaverton

Olivia Elizabeth Ledger*

Alicia Lee*

David Joon Lee*

Jared Bohan Lee*

Kyle Lee*

Kaitlyn Ellena Madrigal*

Emma Lazerine Mailey*

Olivia Mailhot*

William Man*

Duke Jacob Manta*

Matthew Shaan Maranowski*

Lucia Grace Marheineke*

Mikayla Isabel Espiritu Mariano*

The Class of 2023

Benjamin Diego Marinez

Ava Elizabeth Markert*

Ryan Edward Marquardt*

Malakai Damani Marshall

Danika Easton Martinez*

Marcus Enrique Mamuyac Mata*

Roxy Lynn Matos

Patrick Michael Maytum

Cole David Mazzuca

Macey Margaret McCauley*

Megan Grace Marie McCurrie*

Jack McDonald

Emily Colleen McIntyre*

Gavin William McRay*

Julien Meier*

Ximena Melgoza*

Nicholas James Melo*

Aydin Menekshe*

Rohan Menon*

Margaret Renee Mesler*

Jacquelyn Anne Michael*

Maren Sophia Neunfinger*

Asael Alexander Nevarez

Allison Ng*

Leighton Tsuen-Ye Ng*

Zaccai Ng-Posey*

Ryan Ngai*

Abigayle Eunice Ngan*

Brian Nguyen*

Hanna Nguyen*

Katelyn Tran Nguyen*

Nathan Minh-Nhat Nguyen*

Shawn Tran Nguyen*

Thi Hoang Nguyen*

Andrew Nijmeh*

Adéa Simone Nunes*

Chidubem Uchechi Nwosu*

Eduardo Gael Ocampo

Kelsey Olesen*

Alyssa Mia Onyeagwa*

Leslie Alexia Ortiz*

Nicholas Otte

Riona Siri Pampati*

Noah Pang*

Jenna Nicole Papenfuss

Jaiden Michael Paran-Parham

Chanhee Park*

Liam Kaiyu Park*

Karyn Parra Ramírez

Paula Lae Buag Pascual*

Paige Grace Maclean Pataky*

Andrew Dmitrievich Pavlov

Angelina Pham*

Emily Kim Pham*

Emma Dac Lan Pham*

Roanna Nhat Lan Pham*

Zoë Elizabeth Phoenix*

Elise Marie Picard

Harper Polhemus*

Stefanos Constantine Polychronopoulos

Sritej Ponna*

Avemarie Faith Pulido*

Yixuan Qiao*

Isabella Beatriz Quezada

Rahul Narasimha Raman*

Rahul Ramarao*

Erica Lamberte Ramirez*

Lucas Warren Miller*

Anya Modi*

Rafael Morales

Maya Itzela Moreno*

Eliana Ray Motzkau Jorda*

Victor Abraham Murray

Siddharth Rajeev Nair*

Jakob David Neditch*

Leila Jaden Nelson

Jake Elliott Neumann

Sophia Ramirez*

Noel Alijah Ramos*

Melanie Regalado Hernandez*

Sydney Ellen Regan*

Ella Maria Ricci*

Joshua Richardson

Karly Peyton Richman*

Alexander Lewis Richter*

Davia Anne Rode*

Emilia Ariel Rodriguez*

Margaux Kennedy Rogers

Francesca Suzanne Rossi*

Zachary Rothenberg

Brynna Ainsley Ruf

Marta Kristina Tiongson Ruiz*

Marie Katherine Ryan*

Sungkyu Ryu

The Class of 2023

Jake Gannon Salom

Marcello Estevan Salvatierra*

Derek Maxwell Sangster*

Aryana Satheesh*

Ernest Maxwell Scharpf

Clara Luciana Schultz*

Seven June Suwandi*

Reiji Vincent Suzuki

Jonathan Alexander Sy*

Emma Caroline Taddeo*

Lana Asja Talaich

Demaris Temesgen*

Heart Victoria Tena*

Enzo Silvery Tersini

Sandrea Unique Thomas

Erik Gabriel Thompson*

Justice Saunoa Toavalu

Jyeron Marco Atupan Tolibas

William Towers

Maxwell Sean Tran*

Nathan Khanh Tran*

Timothy Soledad Trick*

Micaela Trinidad*

Athena Marie Tsakiris

Jonathan Fu Wang*

Welton Wang*

Brianna Michele Wiles*

Dylan Kaito Williams*

Christopher Wong*

Jessica Wong*

Layla Marie Woods*

Monica Clare Scott*

Kyle Chang Yo Scritzky*

Daniel T. Scudero Jr.

Madison Emma Sears*

Luca Thomas Setera

Yousuf Mohideen Shaik*

Cecilia Carmon Shannon

Alice May Shen*

Stanley Shen*

Adil Shivakumar*

Riley Elizabeth Shoemake

Catalina Annette Short

Jordan Wrenn Sion

James Voorhees Siripoke

Grace Madison Smith

Makenna Santiago Soria*

Amelia Charlotte Spink*

Quincy James Springs*

Guha Sriram*

Nathaniel James Stenseth

Kiley Isabel Stephens*

Arvind Tababa Sthanukrishnan*

Matthew Thomas Stivaletti*

Aiden Francisco Strong*

Anjali June Sudan*

Alice Tsioutsioulikli*

Catalina Daniela Valle*

Aidan Sheng van Dalen*

Madison Lindsey Vandenberg*

Sophia Jean Varnauskas

Anthony Roxas Velasco

Colette May Vivian*

Maximilian Mihailo Vrcelj*

Emily Phuong Vu*

John Hoangliem Vu*

Olivia Da Silva Wahl*

Lucas Michael Walker*

Albert Wang*

Colby Clark Worthington

Jackson Emanuel Wright

James Wu*

Elizabeth Grace Yang*

Ethan Yang*

Andrea E. Yarack

Koosha Yazdani

Damian Samer Youssef*

Freya Rose Youssef*

Allison Grace Yuan*

Kori Naolin Zacher

Dylan J. Zanetto*

Alexandra Zanon

Pascale Angelique Zanon*

Emily Zhang*

Alex Zhu*

Parker Stone Zmijewski*

* Denotes California Scholarship Federation Life Membership

Monarchs who Teach

Celebrating Four Decades of AMHS Alumni Who Returned to the Classroom

By Chris Jackson ’06 - Director of Alumni Relations

Today, Archbishop Mitty High School is recognized as one of the premier Catholic, college preparatory schools in the United States and that is in large part due to the outstanding teachers we have on campus. The positive impact teachers can have on students is invaluable and can inspire students to want to become teachers themselves. As Monarchs move on with life after high school, some choose to go into the teaching profession with the goal of making their own mark on students, schools, and communities. We were able to catch up with seven alumni teachers who still use the Monarch values instilled in them during their time here at Archbishop Mitty to passionately influence and encourage the next generation of students.

CODY KING ’11 Computer Science and Math teacher at Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose, CA

Monarch Cody King ’11 is currently in his 8th year of teaching and previously taught at Pioneer High School before coming to Mitty in the fall of 2022. He has taught various math and computer science courses, along with mentoring robotics teams.

“I really enjoy helping kids learn new things and love seeing them achieve their goals,” Mr. King said. “I also feel like I am making a meaningful contribution to society with my job.”

Cody described his distance-learning experience as challenging as it was hard to determine whether kids were paying attention, remaining on task, or engaging in the material. Most of his students’ parents had to go to work, so the kids were home alone and distractions were at times hard for the students to overcome when in class via Zoom.

Cody’s favorite Mitty memory was meeting his wife in biology class as a sophomore. “The reason I decided to become a teacher was because of the wonderful experience I had when I volunteered with MICAH (Mitty in Communion Actively Helping) at Mitty. As a club we volunteered at some local public elementary schools after school and helped the students with their math and English homework.”

Outside of teaching, Cody enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter while biking, hiking, or snowboarding. After joining the mountain biking club as a senior at AMHS, he has been riding ever since.

KEELY (MAIBERGER ’92) BURNHAM

7th grade teacher at The School of the Madeleine in Berkeley, CA.

Monarch Keely (Maiberger ’92) Burnham has been a teacher for 26 years. Mrs. Burnham started her career teaching first grade and since then, has taught every grade from kindergarten to eighth. For five of those years she taught physical education. Currently, Keely teaches seventh grade English, Social Studies, and Religion at The School of the Madeleine in Berkeley.

“I love the joy you see on a student’s face when they finally grasp a concept that has been challenging them.” - Mrs. Keely Burnham

During distance-learning, Keely found the biggest challenge was connecting with her students through a computer screen. When she returned to in-person learning, wearing masks created a new obstacle for Keely as like many teachers, she had trouble recognizing some of her students and hearing them clearly. All that changed this year when masks came off and happy student faces returned.

Keely’s fondest Mitty memories include the time she spent with her swim team teammates and their coach Mr. Tom Miller. Keely was also positively influenced while in the classroom at AMHS, “I had some amazing teachers at Mitty that helped inspire me to become a teacher. I watched the way they connected with us and made an impact in so many lives. I wanted to be that kind of teacher!”

Outside of the classroom, Keely enjoys spending time with family and her dogs. She also enjoys running; she has participated in eight marathons and 10 half-marathons!

I had some amazing teachers at Mitty that helped inspire me to become a teacher. I watched the way they connected with us and made an impact in so many lives. I wanted to be that kind of teacher!

Keely (Maiberger ’92) Burnham

JESSICA (BREWKA ’05) FOLEY

Middle school teacher at Santa Catalina School in Monterey, CA.

Monarch Jessica (Brewka ’05) Foley has been teaching for 12 years, primarily English and Social Studies. Jessica started her teaching journey abroad with stops in South Korea and Japan, then taught tenth and eleventh grade English at Christopher High School in Gilroy, and sixth through eighth grade English at St. John Paul II Catholic School in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Jessica currently teaches middle school English at Santa Catalina School.

“I really enjoy getting to know the kids and the fact that every day is different. My biggest pleasure has been watching students grow into these wonderful, sophisticated writers and hearing from them years later about how much they appreciated how much I pushed them in their writing.”

- Mrs. Jessica Foley

Jessica recognized that technology was one of the most challenging obstacles for her classes during distance-learning. When she was working in North Carolina, not all of her students had access to reliable internet or devices that could handle downloading and

uploading materials. Communication and building relationships was extremely difficult in those times. Since returning to in-person class sessions, students are re-learning how to socialize with their peers and keep up with the pre-COVID pace of learning.

Jessica’s favorite AMHS memory was going on the senior Kairos retreat, where she had an incredible bonding experience that created relationships she still cherishes today. “Teaching was not an obvious career path for me. It wasn’t until my senior year at college that I realized that it was what I was meant to do with my life. And in retrospect, I know that my experience at Mitty, especially in Ms. Lisa Brunolli’s writing class, helped me to find my passion for teaching English.”

Outside of teaching, Jessica enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids while taking walks on the beach in Monterey. And, of course, she loves to read, as any good English teacher does.

Teaching was not an obvious career path for me. It wasn’t until my senior year at college that I realized that it was what I was meant to do with my life.

Jessica (Brewka ’05) Foley

RYANN (COOPER ’99) MAZZUCO

4th grade teacher at Laurelwood Elementary School in Santa Clara, CA.

Monarch Ryann (Cooper ’99) Mazzuco has been a teacher for 19 years. She started her career teaching kindergarten for ten years at Starbright School and has spent the last nine years teaching fourth grade at Laurelwood Elementary.

“I absolutely love teaching! It is my passion! I thoroughly enjoy working with children every day and watching as their minds grow. I love seeing their progression of growth throughout the year and their amazement at their own abilities when they overcome challenges.”

- Mrs. Ryann Mazzuco

During distance-learning, the biggest challenge Ryann faced was connecting with students and providing the instant feedback she is used to. Ryann shared her love of walking around the classroom and giving students help where needed and distancelearning took these opportunities away from her and her students.

Ryann’s favorite Mitty memory is the time she spent with her teammates on the swim team, and taking first place in the 200-yard individual medley relay in the CCS playoffs. Her time at Mitty also influenced her decision to go into teaching, “All of my classes at Mitty instilled in me a passion and love for learning that gave me a foundation for success. I wanted to take that love for learning and help build it in others. Teaching has helped me carry forward that success to my students.”

Outside of teaching, Ryann loves spending time with her family. She loves cheering for her son on the baseball field and watching her daughter dance. Ryann also has a passion for Taekwondo and Krav Maga. She recently received her black belt!

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All of my classes at Mitty instilled in me a passion and love for learning that gave me a foundation for success. I wanted to take that love for learning and help build it in others. Teaching has helped me carry forward that success to my students.

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Ryann (Cooper ’99) Mazzuco

NICK GUTTADAURO ’04

7th grade Math and Science teacher at Moreland Middle School in San Jose, CA.

Monarch Nick Guttadauro ’04 has been teaching for 15 years. In 2008 he started as a kindergarten teacher at Challenger School before moving on to fifth grade math and seventh-eighth grade science at St. Christopher School. Mr. Guttadauro eventually landed at Moreland Middle School where he still teaches today.

“I love that every day brings something different, including the interactions and conversations I have with my students,” Nick said. “Mostly, what I enjoy is the feeling of seeing students succeed and grow throughout the year.”

During distance-learning, Nick talked about how some of his most impacted students were those who lacked parental support at home. Many of his students were at home taking care of younger siblings, while their parents had to go to work during the daytime. Other students struggled with inadequate technology resources that prevented them from participating in classes online. Now that his students have returned to in-person class sessions, Nick is able to build the relationships that make the job so rewarding for him.

Nick’s favorite AMHS memories include attending all four retreats: Awakenings, Agape, Quest, and Kairos. He was able to use the retreats to strengthen his relationships with classmates and reflect on his values. Because of his positive experience, he continued to attend retreats while attending Santa Clara University. During his junior year of high school, he was a teacher’s assistant for Mrs. Saunders’ biology class. That experience deepened his love for the natural sciences and showed him the positive impact teachers have on their students.

Outside of teaching, NIck enjoys reading, watching movies, and playing video games. He has been married for 14 years and has two daughters.

LIDIA (CHAVEZ ’87) SEGOVIANO

Middle school teacher at Piedmont Middle School in Berryessa, CA.

Monarch Lidia (Chavez ’87) Segoviano has been teaching for 22 years. She began her career teaching at River Glen School in San Jose and later at Campbell Middle School in Campbell. The rest of her years have been spent teaching sixth, seventh, and eighth grade Social Studies, Language Arts, Spanish, and Italian at Piedmont Middle School. With the help of her students, Lidia organized the building of a school garden where they crafted 13 raised garden beds, planted 14 types of fruit trees, and set up a greenhouse. She works hard every year asking for donations and writes grants to help the garden continue to thrive.

“As a teacher you enjoy seeing student progress and improvement throughout the year,” LIdia said. “I try to create and give the feeling and experiences that I was given as a student to my students, many of whom do not have the opportunity to attend a private school.”

Distance-learning presented challenges for many students who did not have proper access to the technology required to participate in classes. Lidia also had to convert her lesson plans so they could be taught and completed via Zoom. “Social and emotional issues also became a factor in students’ ability to keep up with classwork and remain motivated. After returning to in-person classes, students have been struggling to work together and socialize.”

During her time at AMHS, Lidia was a member of the Spanish Club, played badminton, and joined the swim team. The relationships she established in high school are still strong to this day. Outside of teaching, Lidia enjoys cooking, traveling, eating, and swimming.

JULIANNA (RODMAN ’14) COOPER English teacher at Ewa Makai Middle School in Ewa Beach, HI.

Monarch Julianna (Rodman ’14) Cooper is in her fourth year teaching. She started her career teaching Psychology and English at Perry High School in Arizona before getting married to her husband Andrew Cooper and moving to Hawaii where she currently teaches English at Ewa Makai Middle School.

“I definitely enjoy my interactions with students the most, and I am sure many teachers would agree with that. The subjects I teach definitely lend themselves to engaging, relevant, and often quite personal discussions. It is really fun to talk to students about their unique perspectives and learn about their experiences. It is incredibly rewarding to see my students grow, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals each year, especially these past few years.” -

Mrs. Julianna Cooper

While in Arizona, distance-learning was challenging for Julianna and her students for a variety of reasons. The immediate stoppage of in-person teaching and having to quickly adjust to digital platforms proved to be extremely difficult as there was no time for Julianna or her students to properly prepare. She also mentioned that finding a healthy work-life balance while prioritizing mental health during COVID was a struggle.

Julianna’s favorite Mitty memory was being a member of LIFE Corps and participating in the El Salvador class. She was able to establish lasting friendships and unforgettable memories that still positively impacted her today. While at AMHS, Mrs. Julianna admired and respected many of her teachers because they were knowledgeable, kind, passionate, and engaging, which is the kind of teacher she strives to be. When not teaching, Julianna enjoys traveling, reading, watching movies, and spending time with her friends and family.

It is incredibly rewarding to see my students grow, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals each year, especially these past few years.

Julianna (Rodman ’14) Cooper

ATHLETICS HIT HOME RUN WITH SIBLING ALUMNI COACHES

By Katie Helland - Director of Communications

Coach Megan Yocke played softball at the University of Kentucky, where she ranked among the school’s best athletes with top career records in 10 different categories, including RBI’s, batting average, walks, home runs, and stolen bases. In high school, she was an outstanding player, who was later inducted into the AMHS Hall of Fame for her contributions to the field hockey and softball teams. Eventually, she came back to campus to be the assistant coach of the softball team with her brother and today serves as both a head coach of the program and a member of the AMHS faculty.

“The thing that makes our community special is the people,” she said. “The teachers, the staff, the administration, the coaches, and the students all genuinely care about one another… The Mitty community is full of special people.”

What does it mean to be home? For Monarch siblings Brian Yocke ’03 and Megan Yocke ’07 , it means returning to their alma mater to coach two of the premier athletics programs on campus: baseball and softball. Over the years, this sibling duo has coached teams to a total of 12 championships, including 6 WCAL, 5 CCS titles, and an inaugural NorCal Championship. Coach Brian Yocke has mentored many Monarchs who have gone on to play baseball in college, as well as Nick Yorke ’20, who signed with the Red Sox in the first round of the MLB Draft as a senior in high school. But these accolades are just a drop in the bucket compared to the ways the Yocke duo makes campus home for their student-athletes.

“Home is where you feel supported, safe, encouraged, and loved,” said Coach Megan Yocke. “The people I have met at Mitty while a student athlete, and now as a coach, have made me feel all of those things. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to return and hopefully make more Monarchs feel supported, safe, encouraged, and loved.”

Her brother, Coach Brian Yocke, also considers campus a special place. During an all-school assembly last school year, he named more than 20 former classmates, teachers, and administrators-turned-colleagues who have been part of his journey back to campus. In fact, it was catching up with Coach Bill Hutton that led to his return to campus in 2008. Coach Hutton eventually offered him a job as the junior varsity baseball coach. He later became the head coach when Coach Hutton retired in 2015.

“I love the bond that baseball creates among people who share a love for the sport!” said Coach Brian Yocke. “My favorite aspect of coaching is being a part of a player’s journey and supporting them to actualize their highest potential as people and players!”

As the Yocke siblings inspire the next generation of Monarchs, they’re becoming what their coaches were for them: mentors. As adults, they share their life experiences and wisdom with student-athletes, along with their pride in the sports teams that were a special part of their own Monarch experience.

Leading on God’s Time: Alumni Return as Kairos Leaders

By Bill Kroenung ’14 - Campus Ministry Associate

This past Spring, members of the adult team included Monarchs - Rachael Murdock ’18, Camille Daszynski ’16, Noel Balce ’10, Elizabeth Ekman ’16, and Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton. These dynamic people of faith, who will model their commitment to the gospel, are an indispensable part of the formation of our student body.

After graduating from AMHS, it didn’t take long for Katherine (Edgecumbe) Sisson to come back home and lead a Kairos retreat in the fall of 2010. For her, this journey of servant leadership continues to this day. She has been a part of the retreat program nearly every year since her time as a student on LIFE Corps. Her current employer, Google, encourages her to take time away from work to give back. “Being a part of retreats was one of the most impactful parts of my Mitty experience,” says Katherine. “I’m so grateful for the opportunity to return and share that incredible experience with current students.”

Archbishop Mitty students are used to having alumni as their teachers, coaches, and administrators. It’s a testament to the power of the community that over thirty alumni are full-time employees here. On top of that, when Monarchs in the greater community are able to take time away from their jobs and families, it makes retreats like Kairos a special experience.

Kairos comes from the Greek word meaning “God’s time”. Seniors take three days away from the pressures of school and technology and try to appreciate the present moment in a special way. One of the first reflective activities prompts students to look over the peaks and valleys of their lives and consider times when they have felt God’s presence or perceived God’s absence. It’s always been important for students to compare their life journeys to those of the adult leaders, many of whom may be old enough to be their parents. It is equally important for them to hear about the journeys of those who are just a bit down the road from them - out of college, but perhaps still navigating the early parts of their careers. And since they are not full-time employees at a Catholic school, students can see how young adults navigate their faith while taking on different roles in Silicon Valley.

It’s commonplace for recent alumni to lead Kairos retreats in their first fall semester, and it’s becoming more common for them to return again and again after graduation from college. Many who were involved in Campus Ministry during their time here have a strong desire to return and share their relationship with God with students and allow programs like Kairos to thrive. It’s a unique opportunity to help, and the time away in prayer and reflection nurtures their faith and inspires them as well.

Jude Simon’s ’09 experience has been just one more example: “I feel fortunate to be able to give back to the community that has given me so much.” Like so many others, Jude has been a constant source of support for students in Campus Ministry over the last decade and more.

If you are an alumni who lives locally and is interested in learning more about being a retreat chaperone, please contact Bill Kroenung bkroenung@mitty.com

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I feel fortunate to be able to give back to the community that has given me so much.

Jude Simon ’09

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Being a part of retreats was one of the most impactful parts of my Mitty experience, I’m so grateful for the opportunity to return and share that incredible experience with current students.

”

Katherine (Edgecumbe ’18) Sisson

Theater Tech Takes Center Stage

By Gillian Ortega ’18 - Performing Arts Manager

Arriving on campus in the fall always brings with it an air of excitement for Archbishop Mitty’s Performing Arts students as they prepare for the upcoming show season.

As a Class of 2018 alumna of the program, I have experienced this anticipation as both a performer as well as a member of Archbishop Mitty’s Technical Theater Program. Often referred to as the “Tech Kids”, the students involved in the technical theater program play an important role in bringing every show on the Kinkade stage to life. These students are responsible for everything from scenic construction to sound design to stage management resulting in them having a hand in every major aspect of a performance.

For our technical theater students, the hard work begins a couple of months before a production is scheduled to open. Under the supervision of Performing Arts Technical Director, Mr. Justin Karr, students are invited to attend set builds, where they are taught the ins and outs of how to safely construct scenery using various power tools after school up to two days a week. Students are challenged to correctly measure, cut and piece together a variety of scenic elements including flats, platforming, tables, chairs, wagons, and blocks. In addition to construction, there are also opportunities for students to paint, sew, and scenically dress the stage as production moves closer to opening night.

According to Mr. Karr, “The goal of the Technical Theater Program is to be a fair, welcoming, and safe environment for students to explore, create, fail, succeed, and have fun while achieving a particular task. The magic happens when the students take ownership of the relationships, skills, and leadership opportunities available to them. Watching students realize they have the ability to do something they previously thought they were incapable of is my favorite part!”

Once builds begin to slow down and the production timeline ramps up, students who participate in set builds are eligible to be selected for show crew which typically includes positions such as Assistant Stage Manager, Light Board Operator, Deck Crew, and Costumes. Approximately two weeks before opening night, these students join the actors at rehearsals where they start learning the show and practicing their various responsibilities for the performance backstage or in the technical control booth.

In my experience, what makes the Technical Theater Program so special is its dedication to creating a place for everyone, no matter who they are or how they identify, to feel welcome and capable of succeeding. Senior Seven Suwandi says, “Theater Tech has been a constant in my time at Mitty, spanning from my freshman to senior year. I was initially drawn to it by the idea of learning the variety of technical skills needed to build sets and run events. In the end, it was the friends and mentors I met along the way that kept me here.” Whether it’s coming in during 5th period to get some extra practice on the light board or teaching your fellow Monarch how best to hold a circular saw, there is never an absence of faculty, staff, or students to help you achieve your goals.

Archbishop Mitty’s Technical Theater Program holds a very special place in my heart. Like many incoming freshmen, my initial days at Mitty were spent meeting new people and signing up for everything I could, all in an effort to find a community I could call my own. I found that as a “Tech Kid”. It was my home away from home, where I met some of the most important people in my life and where I discovered my love for theater, accompanied by the desire to pursue it as a career. Working here full time, I am constantly overjoyed by the opportunity to give back to this wonderful program and support its students the way it supported me.

LOVE FOR “ THE GOV ”

By Greg Walker - Director of Student Activities

“One of the greatest joys of leadership is assembling and knitting together teams of fantastic people”

- Bill

Hybels

Student Activities is commonly known for the activities it sponsors for the Archbishop Mitty students. Whether it’s Spirit Week, dances, rallies, the PIT, or Monarch Madness, there is always something happening. Everything we do aims to bring students together to have fun, and hopefully leave with one more friend than when they first arrived. At the forefront of each activity are the members of Student Government and the leadership training that members receive.

The structure of Student Government (internally known as “the Gov”) allows for representation for each class, while several students give up their class allegiances to represent all students as part of the Associated Student Body (better known as ASB). The work of these 43 students in total is broken down into committees specializing in media, school spirit, and event coordination, and initiatives to address student concerns. Class presidents and the ASB President have a separate committee to discuss what can be done to better make the voices of their classmates heard.

The key to our leadership philosophy is empowering the students to make decisions based on their experiences and what the students think will make for a dynamic school year. Members learn over time that politics is about doing what’s best for the students, and having to be a leader amongst people in your own age group. Whether it’s writing a rally script, coming up with a theme for a dance, or developing a theme for Monarch Madness, government members undertake countless hours for the betterment of the Archbishop Mitty student body.

As with any experience, there are successes and failures. There are happy times and sad times. There are times where disagreements lead to long meetings and discussions. It’s never easy to be vulnerable in a very public forum, while making decisions that may seem unpopular. Make no mistake; these members experience some “real world” training. Students who are part of “the Gov” learn what it is to gain the respect of their peers, and become better people for it.

As a four-year member of Student Government, senior Olivia Ledger reflects on her time by saying, “Student government has given me more than I could ever truly know. Starting freshman year I didn’t fully understand the impact this extracurricular would have on my life. It’s given me a family and shaped me into a leader and good team member. I have been able to build skills that will last me a lifetime. I also have been forever bonded with my fellow student

government members. We have laughed, cried, and everything in between together. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to work so hard toward something and watch ideas become reality. Now I’m graduating, and as I look back on my high school career, I can confidently say nothing has ever allowed me to grow in the way that student government has.”

Marcello Salvatierra was also impacted by the group’s dynamic, even though this past year was his first on Student Government. “Being a class representative for my senior year has been an eye opening experience that I will forever be grateful for. It has helped me gain new relationships with members of my class that I may have never achieved without being a rep. I immensely enjoy helping our class grow together and build bonds with each other that will be unbreakable. The work that goes into being a class representative will never be easy but it is always rewarding. I knew after seeing our class come together for the first rally of the year, after being online the entirety of sophomore year, that I wanted to be a part of something bigger; and student government has allowed me to do so. It has taught me valuable leadership skills, how to work well with others, and even taught me that I am capable of more than I could ever imagine. Student Government has opened my eyes to a world of opportunities I never knew were plausible. I will forever be grateful for the friendships, connections, and hard work this program has taught me that will stick with me wherever I go.”

We are so thankful and blessed for all of the students who have come through our Student Government doors. It’s been a pleasure to watch them grow and cultivate their skills in the service of others. They have left a legacy and inspiration for those who will follow. With elections for next year complete, and as the summer months move forward, it will soon be Freshman Orientation for the Class of 2027. And once again, Student Government (along with a group of rising seniors) will do what they are called to do on our campus...lead!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Lives Out School Mission

By Patsy Vargas - Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Fifteen years ago, the Archbishop Mitty Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee consisted of a few parents and was overseen by the Outreach Coordinator. The committee met each semester to hear updates regarding AMHS clubs and activities. Today, the committee looks and functions much differently. It has expanded to include school administrators, faculty, parents, and alumni. The group meets via Zoom four times a year and includes subcommittees with specific focus areas, such as how to better connect with parents and provide students with a wider range of resources, all through a DEI perspective. The purpose of the committee is to provide input and feedback on how to better support the Archbishop Mitty High School community as driven by the school’s mission to “celebrate and affirm its diverse cultural community.” The diverse representation of the committee itself, combined with each member’s professional and lived experiences, provides a wide range of perspectives and input.

Since the summer of 2020, when the purpose and focus of the committee shifted, committee members have graciously volunteered their time and energy to support AMHS DEI efforts on various accounts. Alumni Alex Okafor ’05 and Nam Nguyen ’01 connected their experiences to the Gospel by sharing personal reflections at school wide assemblies. Current AMHS students benefited from hearing the personal accounts of Monarchs with similar backgrounds and stories. In response to the interest of parents wanting to learn more about DEI issues so they could better support their students through this lens, the parent subcommittee was formed and now leads parent discussions throughout the academic school year. They discuss such topics as radical empathy and how to foster inclusivity as a parent.

Moreover, in order to ensure transparency, meeting agendas are made public on the school’s DEI web page. During meetings, current students are invited to attend and share information about school wide activities, such as Black History Month, the student-led Inclusivity Campaign, the Romero Camp summer experience, or the Period Poverty Drive supported through Campus Ministry. Committee members also receive updates from school administrators on DEI strategic initiatives, as well as progress reports on current initiatives. Committee members ask questions, challenge the status quo, and serve as thought partners during meetings.

“I think DEI work reserves an important space for intentional reflection on systemic adjustments that can support the full participation and wellbeing of all community members and reduce marginalization of particular groups,” said Evangelina Ruiz ’15, a Monarch and member of the committee.

Certainly, DEI work is never complete, but Archbishop Mitty High School is committed to focusing on this important aspect of the school. The DEI Committee has contributed their energy, perspective, and knowledge to creating a more welcoming and inclusive community for all. AMHS is thankful for the ongoing dialogue and the commitment to affirm, welcome, and celebrate Archbishop Mitty’s diverse community. There is no doubt, the DEI Committee is a testament to Archbishop Mitty’s school mission that we are all made in the image and likeness of God.

To learn more about the DEI Committee, check out their web page: mitty.com/dei

“I support the DEI committee because celebrating diversity, prioritizing equity, and practicing inclusion make the AMHS culture healthier and more sustainable. Ultimately, I want Mitty to be a place that welcomes, nurtures, and supports the development of every student who graces campus. In many respects, Mitty has been that place, and, in some instances, it has fallen short. It’s important to me that our commitment to improving on behalf of all the students we serve is unwavering.”

Alex Okafor ’05

DEI Committee Members

“I know the leadership behind this committee and know for a fact that this is not a hollow attempt to be on the right side of a conversation and what is expected today. I believe in its commitment to play a significant role in the development and counsel of creating a school our students deserve in today’s world.”

Nam Nguyen ’01

“Being part of the DEI Committee is important because representation matters. I hope to help build a more inclusive community that celebrates and appreciates one another.”

Dr. Emily Cabebe, Parent ’25 & ’22

Saurish Appleby-Bhattacharjee ’05

Zane Barnes ’00

Dr. Emily Cabebe, Parent ’22 & ’25

Kate Caputo, AMHS Principal

Heath Dixon, Parent ’22, ’23 & ’27

Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton, AMHS President

Aracelli Janini, AMHS Counseling Department

Monica Lebrón ’97

“My hope is that through the parent events we can all learn together and open our eyes to the wonderful differences among us. Having honest conversations about difficult topics will not only help us grow, it will also help us better understand and support our children and the school community. I hope these types of conversations will become easier and more natural over time, and everyone will feel included and valued.”

Lia Theologides Mukhar, Parent ’24

Patrick Miller ’81, Parent ’23

Nam Nguyen ’01

Alex Okafor ’05

Onye Okafor ’09

Lindsey Poole ’09

Anthony Rojo, Social Studies Department, LSU Moderator

Evangelina Ruiz ’15

Maria Simon, Parent ’09 & ’13

Lia Theologides Mukhar, Parent ’24

Tricia Montalvo Timm, Parent ’24

Patsy Vargas, Director of DEI, LSU Moderator

Hannah Villalpando ’06

Greg Walker, Director of Student Activities, BSU Moderator, Parent ’22 & ’23

Miel Wilson, PhD, Associate Director of DEI, BSU Moderator, Parent ’21 & ’27

The Brother Herman J. Fien VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER

The annual Brother Fien Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was held on Wednesday, May 10th, in Aymar Events Center to celebrate our dedicated volunteers.

The festivities kicked off with a warm and heartfelt welcome address delivered by President Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton followed by a prayer led by the school chaplain Fr. Francis Kalaw, whose words reminded everyone in attendance of the profound significance and intrinsic rewards that accompany acts of selfless service and unwavering dedication.

The highlight of the night was the well-deserved recognition bestowed upon three volunteers who have gone above and beyond this year:

Cathy Mee

(MILO ’21 & ELLA ’25)

2023 BROTHER FIEN VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Joanne Mills

(COLIN ’22)

2023 ALUMNI PARENT VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Mike D’Ambrosio ’04

2023 ALUMNI VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Their tireless efforts and dedication were acknowledged with heartfelt gratitude and a special gift. Looking ahead to the coming year, we are filled with great enthusiasm, anticipation, and a deep sense of appreciation for every volunteer at AMHS.

Alumni Inspire Students through Career Symposium and Fair

On November 30th 2022, four alumni came back to campus for our Career Symposium entitled Taking the Next Step - A Conversation with Mitty Alumni on Career Exploration. The alumni panel consisted of Ryan Kapur ’12, a product manager at Walmart; Isabella Orsi ’16, an interior designer at iO STUDIO; Kyle Evans ’14, a university recruiter at Zoox; and Allison Aggarwal ’13, a community outreach manager at SVLG Foundation.

The alumni discussed how they discovered their professional interests as students, how they explored various careers and industries, and how they ultimately decided on their respective career paths. AMHS Board of Regents member Amit Mardikar provided the welcome and introductions of the panel, Mr. Mason Kimont led the panel discussion, and Monarch Welton Wang ’23 moderated the questions from the students after the discussion.

Six alumni came back to campus for our Career Exploration Fair on March 6, 2023. Alyssa Caban ’11, Brianna Morgan ’09, Paige Monk ’11, Ryan Chew ’11, Aimée Williams ’02, and Josh Ronen ’09 came back to campus to share their career experiences and how high school and college played a role in their journey of choosing a career. The event was open to all students to explore different career paths and ask questions of alumni professionals in the field they are interested in. The Career Fair was packed with students and was held in classrooms and the John A. and Susan Sobrato Science and Student Life Center.

Be a Guest Speaker for the 2023-24 Career Symposium Series

Would you be interested in participating in an upcoming career symposium?

If you would like to join a panel and share your professional work experience, please email the Alumni Office at alumni@mitty.com.

Concert in the Commons

Due to the extraordinary wet and rainy spring season experienced earlier this year, we brought the outdoors inside the Fien Gym for a Spring Concert in the Commons, with market lights, bistro tables, and access to food trucks. AMHS parents, families, and friends enjoyed a night of live music provided by local band Pet Rock.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 26, 2023!

Concert in the Commons will return to welcome families back to campus for the new school year.

& the Mitty Auction Online

Select Mitty Auction Online items were on display during the event to give families an opportunity to view the items in person and to participate before the auction closed online the next day. The Mitty Auction Online was made possible by the countless hours of work and dedication from many volunteers, donors, underwriters, and bidders who helped raise over $90,000 for the Archbishop Mitty General Endowment and Direct Aid Funds.

On behalf of our students, faculty, and staff at AMHS, thank you to Concert in the Commons Co-Chairs Jennifer Hsu and Joanne Mills and all the volunteers on the Mitty Auction Online Committee, especially our co-chairs Angela Moran and Rich Surprenant and our auction software item manager, Kimberly Moore. In addition, special thanks to our category leads Lynn Brown, Stephanie de Raynal, Erinne Keffer, Kimberly Moore, Holly Perez, Manika Sawhey, and Inga Surprenant as well as their committees. These events would not have been possible without you!

The 35th Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament was played on Monday, May 1, 2023 at Cinnabar Hills Golf Course. Over 200 alumni and friends registered to compete in the friendly tournament and other fun activities such as the Pink Ball competition, 52 card raffle, live auction, and competition holes. The tournament had over 20 sponsors who helped support the school and provided additional resources to make the tournament a success. The proceeds from the tournament benefit the Alumni Scholarship Endowment Fund. Due to the generous support of sponsors and players, this year’s golf tournament contributed over $50,000 to the fund, providing financial support for those students who may not otherwise be able to afford a Catholic, college preparatory education.

Pictured on right: Matt Bentzel, Barry McRay ’88, Scott Polhemus, and Mike Butler took a group photo before teeing off at the tournament

Pictured below:

Claudine Campbell, Shannon Beck, and Karynn Zmijewski spent some time together in the clubhouse after a long day of volunteering.

Pictured at left from top to bottom: Leonard Pugh ’77, Bob Anthony, Chris Enfantino ’77, and Jim Wollbrinck ’77 gathered together while playing the Canyon Course hole 4.• The Cinnabar Hills clubhouse was packed with alumni and friends for the dinner, raffle, and auction after the tournament..• Archbishop Mitty High School President Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton thanked the golfers for playing in the 35th annual tournament.• One of the many raffle baskets tournament players could win during dinner.• Bob Anthony holds up a winning raffle ticket • Dave Vachon ’79 and Glenn Tsukamoto have been playing in the tournament and helping run the raffle/auction part of the evening for over 15 years.

Pictured above: Tournament veterans Art Williams, Mike Page, Steve Gera ’68, and Phil Kleinheinz ’69

Pictured below: Dino Martinez, Jim Tabios, and Robert Blickenstaff ’71 had a great time playing the course together .

MONARCH LEADERSHIP SOCIETY AND PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE EVENTS

As good fortune would have it, the skies cleared and warm weather welcomed guests on February 9, 2023 for the annual Monarch Leadership Society Reception and President’s Circle Dinner. It was an evening honoring those who annually have supported the students, programs, and facilities of Archbishop Mitty High School.

President Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton recognized Kristin and Tim Zanni as the 2023 Benefactors of the Year for giving of their time, talent, and treasure. In 2019, they served as Executive Producers of our annual Black & Gold Gala and have been consistent, dedicated supporters of the Mitty Auction. This year, they fully participated in the Parent Pledge Program, helped underwrite the return of our annual Black & Gold Gala, and established the Zanni Family Endowment to support tuition assistance and ensure Archbishop Mitty stays accessible to families who may not otherwise be able to attend.

During the Monarch Leadership Society Reception in The John A. and Susan Sobrato Science and Student Life Center, endowment benefactors who have made transformative gifts to our school had the opportunity to interact with their student scholarship recipients. Students shared highlights about their day and the programs and activities they participate in.

AMHS President Latanya Hilton with Monarch Leadership Society Members Pam and Jim Fitzgerald

Principal Kate Caputo welcomed the Noyes Family to the Monarch Leadership Society for establishing the Meghan Kendal Noyes ’14 Memorial Scholarship endowment in memory of their daughter who passed away in 2022. The Noyes family delivered a touching speech about Meghan, who was a shining leader in our community serving as team captain on the women’s varsity soccer team while at AMHS and, upon graduation from Chapman University, returned as an assistant coach to our women’s soccer program. Meghan’s memory will live on in the future families who will benefit from the scholarship.

Following the reception, guests were welcomed to the President’s Circle Dinner in Aymar Events Center by the AMHS String Quartet. (Pictured from left to right: Alicia Lee ’23, Leighton Ng ’23, Ruby Lee ’25, Akhila Hiremath ’25).

Jayla Dixon ’23 delivered a welcome address and surprised her family and guests by announcing her decision to attend The Ohio State University, joining her sister and Archbishop Mitty alum Kiara Dixon ’22!

“As we move through this exciting era of transition, we remember that there are many individuals and families who offered their generous time and treasure to create the Archbishop Mitty educational experience your students are having right now. And that is something to be celebrated.”

AMHS President, Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton

On February 4th, 2023 over 300 guests gathered to celebrate the induction of multiple individuals and teams into the Archbishop Mitty Athletic Hall of Fame. The event was held for the first time since 2019, and the first time in the Fien Gymnasium.

AMHS Athletic Director, Brian Eagleson ’92, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening. AMHS President, Latanya (Johnson ’92) Hilton kicked off the ceremony with a reflection and prayer. Presenters for the evening included Keith Mathews, Matt Haniger ’85, Sue Phillips ’86, and Bill Hutton. The individuals and teams that were inducted showcased the incredible talent that has graced the Archbishop Mitty campus over the last 55 years. Congratulations to all of the new Athletic Hall of Fame members!

(Pictured above)

✪ Kris Bubic ’15 posed with his family after being inducted into the AMHS Hall of Fame.

✪ The Fien Gymnasium was packed with over 300 guests who were excited for the return of the AMHS Hall of Fame Ceremony.

✪ Siddharth Mattela ’14, Ian Aguilar ’14, Adrian Williams ’13, Robert Campion ’13, and Mathew Aguirre ’13, posed for a photo before being inducted into the Hall of Champions as members of the 2013 men’s volleyball team.

✪ Tim Brosnan gave his thank you speech after his induction into the AMHS Hall of Honor. Mr. Brosnan was Archbishop Mitty’s first lay Principal and President.

(Pictured to left)

✪ Courtney (Wilson ’10) Ledoux , Elizabeth Gordon ’10, Coach Sue Phillips ’86, Ashley Watson ’11, Desiray Johnston ’07, Nicole Anderson ’07, Danielle Robinson ’07, Hannah (Stephens ’08) Harden, Ariel Castillo ’08, Iman Scott ’10, and Coach Joe Guerra were all smiles after joining the Hall of Champions as members of the 2007 and 2008 women’s basketball teams.

HALL OF HONOR

Mr. Tim Brosnan

First Lay President of AMHS, Retired

HALL OF CHAMPIONS

1970 Men’s Soccer Team

1993 & 1994 Women’s Volleyball Teams

2000 Field Hockey Team

2003 & 2004 Women’s Volleyball Teams

2007 & 2008 Women’s Basketball Teams

2013 Men’s Volleyball Team

INDIVIDUALS

Trevor Hildenberger ’09: Baseball

Kristina Graven ’10: Volleyball

Vanessa Alvarez ’12: Softball

Kennedy Davis ’13: Tennis

Kelli Hayes ’14: Basketball

Jazmyn Jackson ’14: Softball

Chandler Ramirez ’14: Football and Wrestling

Kris Bubic ’15: Baseball and Football

See the full list of inductees to the Athletic Hall of Fame at mitty. com/athletics/hall-of-fame.

The annual men’s and women’s alumni basketball games were played on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. The women’s team had an intersquad scrimmage and the men’s team came out victorious against a group of nine alumni. The teams and alumni enjoyed food provided by Mio Vicino after the games together.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL - The women’s basketball team gathered together before their intersquad scrimmage.

MEN’S BASKETBALL - The men’s varsity basketball team posed with alumni basketball players after their scrimmage.

The men’s soccer team played against over 20 alumni in a friendly scrimmage on Saturday, November, 26, 2022. The scrimmage was close but the varsity team ended up with the win. After the game, the team, coaches, families, and alumni had a BBQ lunch in the Aymar Center as per tradition.

The women’s soccer team played its annual alumni game on December, 26, 2022 on Archbishop Mitty’s Father Russi Field. Over 15 alumni showed up to challenge the current varsity team, with the varsity team taking home the victory.

A LOOK BACK IN TIME

MEN’S SOCCER - The men’s soccer team gathered for a photo with over 20 alumni visitors before they headed off to their BBQ lunch.

WOMEN’S SOCCER - (left) After the game, the alumni and team got together to honor and remember the life of alumna Meghan Noyes ’14

(below) Meghan Noyes ’14 celebrates a teammate’s goal during the 2013-14 CCS Championship match where the Monarchs beat Woodside to secure a 1st place win.

The annual alumni baseball game was played on Saturday, February 25, 2023 on Archbishop Mitty’s Bill Barone Baseball Field. The alumni played the varsity team for a solid seven innings with the current varsity team winning with a score 7-0. A BBQ lunch was shared by the team, families, coaches, and alumni after the game right next to the field as the JV warmed up for their game against Valley Christian.

September

November

5-Year Reunion (Class of 2018)

November 24, 2023

The current varsity team and alumni posed for a photo right before the first pitch was thrown.

A poster showing many former Archbishop Mitty baseball teams was displayed for alumni to reminisce and show their families.

CLASS NOTES

Leave a Lasting Legacy

Become a Member of the Heritage Circle

The Archbishop Mitty Heritage Circle is comprised of alumni, parents of students and alumni, and friends who have made provision for the school by means of a planned gift in their will or living trust. If you would like more information on making a legacy gift, please contact the Advancement Office at (408) 342-4390.

’75 MICHAEL PIETSCH is retired and living in Palmer Lake, Colorado. He is an active member in the church, Knights of Columbus, American Legion, and town Parks Commission. He enjoys RVing, pickleball, and visiting with his two granddaughters Erin and Quinn.

’92 CRYSTAL MIKS started her own business in 2002, CMC Traffic Control Specialists Inc. By 2006, she was the mother of three children, and by 2008, she started the second phase of her business and grew the business through the 2020 pandemic and was able to negotiate a sale in 2022. Crystal is now enjoying her free time in Petaluma, California.

’68

JOHN ENGLE is living between Paris and Marseille, and has completed his new novel Two Seasons which was published in 2022 under the pseudonym of J.D. Engle. John’s book is available to purchase on Amazon.

JAMES GILMORE was hired by the College of Siskiyous in August 2000 and taught Art History, Photography, and Digital Art classes. He served on a wide variety of Academic Senate committees and was an active participant in the local, state, and national art community; with many exhibitions, grants and awards, publications and periodicals to his credit. James retired from the college in June 2019 after 19 years of service.

’73

STEVE SULGIT has officially retired and is staying busy taking care of friends’ “handy work”, and spending time with his grandkids whenever he can.

’74

PAMELA (BEUSELINCK)

’81 JOHN FAYLOR played football at Santa Clara University from 1981-1985, before playing with the San Francisco 49ers for the 19861987 season. Presently, John is an owner and agent at Christie’s International Real Estate in Monte Sereno. Faylor is an avid fisherman and loves to play golf.

’96 SCOTT BURTON was recently named Market President, Commercial for Providence Health Plan. In this role, Scott will oversee sales and account management and commercial business strategy development and execution across PHP’s seven state footprint.

’72

BILL BARTLING retired in Prescott, Arizona in 2021 after 40 years working in energy, high technology, and state government.

JIM COOKE is enjoying retirement and having fun with his three grandkids (Isabella 12, Austin 10 & Corbin 7). He and his wife Sandy are celebrating their 41st anniversary this year and are still living in El Dorado Hills.

JEPSEN is living in Florida near five of her six married children and her 10 grandchildren (ages 5 to 21). Pamela is a retired teacher and volunteer birthing coach and consultant in her community.

CHRIS KESWANI is a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Meta. He works with the engineering team and internal stakeholders to build out software solutions that benefit internal cross-functional teams. Over the past year, Chris has helped launch four software products which allowed internal teams to work more efficiently together by offering them tools that automate their planning and reporting duties.

’99 SARAH (FORBES)

AGUILO recently received her MA in Consciousness Studies from Holmes Institute in Golden, CO and a certificate of completion in the Ministerial Program through the School of Spiritual Leadership in Encinitas, CA. Sarah is now a licensed minister with Centers for Spiritual Living.

’05

JENNIFER DAROSA works full-time at Intero real estate, and is also the Head Coach of the Santa Clara University Dance Team as well as a teacher and choreographer for DanCyn Studio in San Jose.

’06

GUILLERMO GOMEZ married Maria

Alejandra on June 16, 2023 in San Vicente de la Barquera, Spain.

CARLI (MASIK)

MIYASHIRO gave birth to her first child, Melissa Miyashiro in September 2021. In May 2022, she graduated from Creighton University with a Doctorate of Education in Interdisciplinary Leadership. Currently, Carli is the Behavior Dean at a middle school in Kapolei, and a lecturer in the mathematics department at the University of Hawai’i at West O’ahu. Carli’s first research article was published in Spring 2023.

’09

WENDY BUJALSKI graduated from New York University with a BFA in Drama and a minor in Computer Science. Wendy built a career in computer science education, teaching students of all ages the fundamentals of programming and computer skills. She recently started at System Initiative as a Software Engineer I in 2022 and was recently promoted to Software Engineer II. She lives in Brooklyn with her partner Judy and their two cats, Gaby and Angie.

JOSH RONEN graduated in 2013 from Santa Clara University with a BS in Biology with a Biomedical Sciences Emphasis and Public Health Science. Josh completed internal medicine residency training from 2018-2021 and moved back to the Bay Area to begin his career as a clinical hospitalist at UCSF Medical Center. Josh currently works on nocturnist services in the Divisions of Hospital Medicine and Cardiology for up to five to seven continuous nights. He also works the daytime medicine services where he retains primary responsibility for the care of up to ten patients.

’13 AARON GORDON recently won the 2023 NBA Championship as a member of the Denver Nuggets. Aaron celebrated the accomplishment with family, friends, and current AMHS head basketball coach Tim Kennedy.

’12 KATELYN (PARKER)

JAIME and her husband welcomed their daughter, Nora, into the world in October 2022.

’14 NIKI GRISWOLD went to Northwestern University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism with a minor in Political Science. In 2023, Niki’s reporting earned her recognition as a Livingston Award Finalist for Excellence in Local Reporting, the leading journalism award that recognizes journalists under the age of 35. Her work was also a critical component of the Statesman’s coverage of the Uvalde massacre, which was submitted and recognized as a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Public Service, the nation’s most prestigious journalism honor.

IN REMEMBRANCE

Barbara Bermudez

Mother of Bianca Bermudez ’25, Carol Brosnan

Sister of Tim Brosnan, retired AMHS Principal and President; aunt of Casey Brosnan ’00 and Ali (Brosnan ’03) Merino

Ester Dela Cruz

Grandmother of Sophia Dela Cruz ’25

Brian Gregory

Father Colin Gregory ’21 and Leia Gregory ’23

Lloyd James Harmon

Grandfather of Chloe Bowman ’24

Roger Mack

Husband of Sandy Mack, Retired AMHS Faculty

Madison McCarthy

AMHS Class of 2017; daughter of Tom McCarthy ’83; sister of Gianna McCarthy ’20; neice of Tim McCarthy ’70, Maureen (McCarthy ’72) Donohoe, Phil McCarthy ’74, Pat McCarthy ’77,† Rosemary McCarthy ’79; Mark McCarthy ’81,† and Ted McCarthy ’83.

Nadia Mukhar

Grandmother of Maria Mukhar ’24

Maria Oliveira

Grandmother of Jessica Oliveira ’19, Joshua Oliveira ’22, and Brandon Oliveira ’25

Richard Rolla

Grandfather of Sofia Rolla ’20, Natalie Rolla ’24; uncle of Kate Caputo, AMHS Principal, Jake Caputo ’92, Ben Caputo ’93, Robin (Jeffers ’92) Caputo, AMHS Staff, and great-uncle to Daniela CaputoNoriega ’09, Alex Caputo ’23, Jacob Caputo ’25, and Maddie Caputo ’26.

Kent Statler

Step-grandfather of Rose Saso ’24 and Grace Saso ’25

Phil Sumner

Retired AMHS Faculty

Joseph Talaich

Grandfather of Lana Talaich ’23

Stella Trujillo

Grandmother of Leila Nelson ’23

Lori Weichenthal

AMHS Class of 1985

† deceased

The Archbishop Mitty family requests that you join us in prayer for the following members of our community and their families.

(THROUGH JUNE 15TH)

“Life is eternal and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon, and a horizon is nothing, save the limit of our sight.”

Fr. Bede Jarrett, OP