The Cardinal Magazine - Winter 2021 by Calvert Hall College High School

The Cardinal The magazine of Calvert Hall College High School | Winter 2021

Cl a sse s a re in Se ssion 2020-2021 Hybrid Model

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10 THE CARDINAL, WINTER 2021 Published for the Calvert Hall Community

Comments can be submitted to communications@calverthall.com

This publication has been prepared and edited by the Office of Advancement CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

8102 La Salle Road Baltimore, MD 21286-8022

TELEPHONE: 410-825-4266 EMAIL: communications@calverthall.com WEBSITE: www.calverthall.com PRESIDENT: Brother John Kane FSC, Ed.D. PRINCIPAL: Charles Stembler ’83 CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT:

ADVANCEMENT TEAM:

Geoff Foltyn ’00, Director of Alumni Relations & Reunion Giving Margie Forbes, Grants & Special Projects Manager Doug Heidrick ’89, Director of Annual Giving Kim Hladky, Advancement Services Manager Jeannie Kihn, Alumni Relations Coordinator Meaghan Knapp, Executive Assistant to the President & Stewardship Associate Thomas Malstrom '84, Major Gifts & Planned Giving Officer Nichole Regulski, Donor Relations and Community Engagement Officer DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING: Danielle Hladky DESIGN: Adrienne Kourtesis - Kosari Design, and Klutch, Inc. PRINTING: Schmitz Press PROOFING: Margie Forbes

Joseph Baker ’76

OUR MISSION Calvert Hall College, a Lasallian Catholic college preparatory school, prepares a diverse community of young men to achieve their full potential utilizing their unique talents. Through excellent academic and extracurricular programs led by innovative and dedicated educators, our students become confident men with the ethical foundation for service, independent thinking,and responsible leadership. Inspired by the faith and zeal of St. John Baptist de LaSalle, our students develop a respect for others as part of an inclusive, lifelong Calvert Hall brotherhood as Men of Intellect, Men of Faith and Men of Integrity. Calvert Hall College admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origins to all rights and privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of our educational and admissions policies, scholarship programs, athletic, and other school-administered programs. Alumni news or information submitted by alumni of Calvert Hall College High School exists for the purpose of alumni-to-alumni communication. Publication does not signify endorsement by Calvert Hall or its sponsoring bodies. Calvert Hall is an independent, Catholic and Lasallian school for boys which upholds the teachings of the Catholic Church.

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Alumni, Parents, Family and Friends,

here does one begin to reflect on this past year? The

by our faculty and staff. I am edified by the number of teachers and

temptation is to try to forget it, leave it in our rear-view

staff that have stepped up to participate in the DEI initiative. Soon, we

mirror and move on. I do not think anyone would object

will be engaging students, parents, and alumni. We can, must, and will

if we did this. As tempting as that may be, there is still much we can

strive to be better! This is an ongoing initiative, and we can never be

reflect upon and learn from our experiences to make 2021 a better

satisfied.

year. Reflecting upon this past year, we have a lot to be proud of at Calvert Hall.

Instead of putting 2020 on a shelf and forgetting about it, I am hopeful that our experiences can influence the future. I am grateful for your

A year ago, the word ‘COVID’ had little to no meaning to us. It has now

continued support of Calvert Hall during this difficult time. We continue

taken over much of our lives. We have seen family and friends become

to provide an increasing amount of aid to provide opportunities for a

sick and have unfortunately lost loved ones. Our normal school routine

Hall education to all. The quiet first phase of our Hall 175 Campaign

has been interrupted; we are operating in a 50% hybrid model with half

-- to seek support for our students and faculty --continues to have

of our student body attending in-person daily. We were able to hold a

success. In just this past year, 22 endowed scholarships have been

shortened, abbreviated fall athletic season, but we could not play the

established allowing us to increase tuition aid support to 30 families

101 Turkey Bowl due to Baltimore County restrictions.

and their sons. Thank you for your generosity.

Calvert Hall has continued to offer our excellent and rigorous

Just a few weeks ago, we recognized the Feast of the Epiphany,

education. A great deal of time and effort went into planning for this

celebrating the visit of the Magi to the Christ child. These Wise Men

school year. At the end of the summer, when most schools chose to go

saw the Savior in the poor circumstances of the stable. De La Salle

virtual, Calvert Hall, through the dedicated efforts of our administration,

wrote that this serves as a reminder for us to see Jesus, “in the rags

faculty and staff, was able to open in a hybrid fashion. Our teachers

of the poor children entrusted to your care”. If all of us can see Jesus

and staff have done an outstanding job delivering instruction to our

in the people we encounter in our daily lives, imagine our world.

students. Our students and families have also been amazing and

Christians are a people of hope. Let us go and bring hope, peace and

resilient. We look forward to the day when we are operating at 100%

justice to our world.

in-person. Sincerely, Over the past year, we have seen division in our society. Calvert Hall has and will continue to stand for justice for all. We are committed to taking a closer look at ourselves and examine our own practices and

Brother John Kane, FSC, Ed.D.

policies. I am pleased that our faculty and staff have responded to this

President

call. A new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee (DEI) was formed

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Ninety-three percent of Calvert Hall students participate in at least one club, activity, or sport. Students can join one or more of our 50 faculty-moderated clubs and activities. This issue we explore the Communications Club and CHC-TV.

CLUB SP OTLIGHT

CHC-TV CHC-TV is a student-run, student-produced, television station that runs out of Calvert Hall’s TV Studio which can be found on the first floor of George Young Hall. CHC-TV airs every school day and brings students and faculty the bulletin and special announcements. CHC-TV, in a typical school year, operates with

C ommu nic a ti ons C l u b

approximately 10 students who fulfill the jobs of two hosts, two cameramen, teleprompter, pro-presenter (graphics), video

The Communications Club, a student-centered media club, covers

switcher, and soundboard. Due to COVID-19 things look a little

Calvert Hall news, sports and events. Year-round, the club

different this year, but we are still live every school day. Our

livestreams Calvert Hall athletic contests directly to the school's

hybrid model consists of only four students juggling all the jobs

YouTube Channel. They provide the sights and sounds at the

each day. Every day is an exciting adventure in producing live TV

annual Turkey Bowl game, photograph different events happening

to say the least.

around campus, and create podcasts. Last semester alone, the club livestreamed seventeen Varsity, JV, and Fresh/Soph fall games in

Even though the pandemic has created many struggles in

four weeks. All of the livestreamed games are archived to the

producing TV it has brought along some advances for CHC-TV

Calvert

such as the way we broadcast. In a normal year, all students tune

Hall

YouTube

Channel

(www.youtube.com/

calverthallcollege).

in to watch the Daily Bulletin with their homeroom. This year, that is not possible, so we decided to broadcast through YouTube.

The club allows students with an interest in journalism, film, sports

One of the benefits of establishing this practice is that all

reporting, etc. to gain valuable hands-on experience to take to

students, parents, alumni, and friends can watch our daily show

college and beyond. Students learn what it takes to be part of a

live as well as catch the replay anytime, anywhere at

production team of on-air personalities, producers, directors, and

youtube.com/calverthallcollege.

editors. Last semester, the club was able to virtually meet with Chris Donovan, the Executive Editorial Producer of ABC News (Good Morning America and This Week with George Stephanopoulos). The club has also met individuals such as Phlash Phelps '84, SiriusXM Radio 60’s on 6 DJ, Kevin Parks, photographer for The Catholic Review, and has taken tours of WBAL television studio and CBS Radio studios (home of 105.7 The Fan, MIX 106.5, and Today’s 101.9). The club is moderated by Danielle Hladky (director of communications & marketing).

The club is moderated by Wilson Knight ‘01 (English faculty member).

Thaler’s Corner

Mr. Thaler is back and is joined by friends throughout the building. They have each posed questions from their area of expertise. Answers can be found on page 13.

B iology - Biology faculty member, Mrs. Kelly Robertson: 1) Humans and chimpanzees share approximately what percentage of DNA?

E conomics - AP Econ faculty member, Mr. Philip Bressler: 2) When the United States is at full employment what is the rate of unemployment?

E nglish - Honors British Literature faculty member, Mr. David Hallman ’08: 3) It’s a camel, it’s a weasel, it’s a whale! Name this famous Brit Lit character who makes a cloud out “to be or not to be” whatever he wants.

M athematics - Teaching Legend, John Thaler: 4) I am thinking of a number. If you cut off its head it’s even. If you cut off its tail it is a girl's name. What is the number?

S ports T rivia - Teaching Legend, John Thaler: 5) Name the only major league baseball player to hit 50 home runs in a season AND steal 50 bases in a season, not in the same season.

US History - AP US History faculty member, Mr. Louis Miserendino ’99: 6) Which U.S. president's pet parrot was kicked out of his funeral for loud swearing? The Cardinal | Winter 2021

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Susko Earns Coaching Excellence Award & Doctorate

Calvert Hall faculty member and Speech & Debate Coach, Peter Susko, has been awarded the Donus D. Roberts Coaching Excellence Award. This award is a milestone achievement recognizing Susko's illustrious career. Individuals are recognized for this achievement when they earn 10,000 points. Each point represents dedicated coaching and hours of practice, revision, and growth for students. As a coach at The Hall, Susko ranks 4th all-time in points. This ranking dates back more than 40 years. Additionally, Susko successfully defended his dissertation, “A Content Analysis of Social Media Campaigns in the 2016 US Presidential Election” to be earn his Doctorate in Communications with a specialization in Health and Political Communication from George Mason University.

Top Teacher in the Area Philip Bressler was recognized by Baltimore Style as one of the top educators in the Baltimore area in their annual reader ranking awards. Mr. Bressler teaches AP Economics and US History at The Hall.

Years of Service The Archdiocese of Baltimore acknowledged 25 faculty and staff members for their milestone years of service to Catholic Education. These awards are acknowledged in increments of 5 years for time teaching or working in Catholic schools. These recipients reached their milestones at the conclusion of last academic year. 5 YEARS Kathy Dalrymple Danielle Hladky Trey Hoos ’09 Kevin King Nichole Regulski Nicolette Riley-Weir Kelly Robertson Brian Rowe ’08 10 YEARS Sylvia Doud Lauren Urban Jim Rich

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15 YEARS Marc Parisi Patrick Marshall ’01

35 YEARS Donna Bridikas Jen Healy

20 YEARS Jean Gould Kris Mitchell

40 YEARS Charlie Motsay ’76 Joe Baker ’76 Br. John Kane, FSC, Ed.D.

25 YEARS Brooks Kerr ’87 Fred Germano

45 YEARS Lou Eckerl

30 YEARS Br. Len Rhoades, FSC

50 YEARS Br. Joe Keough, FSC

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hybrid model

ust after Labor Day, Calvert Hall was one of the first private high schools to begin the 2020-2021 academic year. The year has provided many opportunities to allow our administration, faculty, staff, and students to grow in ways never imagined. In this issue, we explore the perspectives of the hybrid model through the eyes of an administrator, a freshman, a senior, a school counselor, a campus minister, a department chair, and a La Salle learning specialist. C

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Over the summer, when we designed our hybrid model, we focused on three elements – safety, past experiences, and flexibility. The safety of the Calvert Hall community was and continues to be our first priority. Our safety plan includes two huge tents, conversion of the Aux Gym into classroom space, a redesigned Dining Hall, one-way hallways, and socially distanced classrooms. Plexiglass, air purifiers, and sanitizing wipes are our new best friends. In partnership with the State of Maryland, we began on-campus COVID testing in December to add yet another layer of security for our community. Secondly, we asked ourselves what could we learn from the Spring 2020 semester when we pivoted to hybrid learning? We learned that our faculty and students needed a reset day dedicated to office hours and ½ credit classes. Wednesday is a day dedicated to ½ credit classes and faculty office hours for students to obtain additional help. Our hybrid model allows students to come to school on Monday/Tuesday (A group) and Thursday/Friday (B group). Lastly, we directed our focus to design a system that maximized flexibility for students who do not feel comfortable being on-campus. We are allowing students who, because of health concerns, go to all virtual. Keeping our community safe and ensuring compliance has been a true team effort. Adapting to this new reality has been a testament to the commitment and dedication of so many here at The Hall!

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‘24

My first couple months at Calvert Hall have been remarkable. The hallways are socially distant, yet you can still feel the Brotherhood. Personally, I thought that adapting to not only high school as a freshman, but COVID would be very difficult; however, the resources that Calvert Hall provides has made the process so much easier. One of the things that made the process easier was Peer Education. I love Peer Education because it’s a great opportunity to talk about life with your peers. As I got more comfortable with the school, I began to join clubs that would help me with my future career. I joined CHC-TV and the Communications Club because I want to be a freelance Journalist in the future. Not only have these clubs given me experience in this field, but they have provided the opportunity to make so many friends, especially with upperclassmen. Another thing that made the process of adjusting to high school easier was the A/B day hybrid schedule. This is very convenient for me because learning in-person allows me to focus more on my work. Overall, I am so happy that I chose Calvert Hall as my high school! Calvert Hall provides me with endless opportunities to help me grow not only a student, but a young man of God.

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‘21

One of the most important opportunities provided to me by Calvert Hall is becoming a member of the policy debate team. Throughout my three years with the team, I have watched the club grow from a small, local program to a national contender. We’ve experienced a lot of success this year, with my partner and I placing in the top 4 of multiple national tournaments. In addition, we have been awarded votes in the coaches’ poll. The poll, conducted by the heads of nationally respected debate programs, ranks the top teams in the country. Quarantine has provided an entirely new set of challenges; we've been forced to trade travelling to tournaments for debates over Zoom calls. Right now, my policy debate partner, Lucas Lobo '22, and I are focusing our energy around preparing for the Tournament of Champions, a tournament which will be hosted virtually by the University of Kentucky. This premier tournament assembles the top teams in the country.

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I’ve been a school counselor since 1993, and I’m happy to say that every year since ’93 has been challenging, exciting, satisfying and rewarding. These are just a few adjectives to describe a normal state of affairs. That is of course until the Spring of 2020. That’s when the norm as I knew it became nonexistent. Since the COVID-19 Monster invaded the Calvert Hall Community last March, my plan of action to counsel and advise my guys has taken a total 360-degree upside down turn in relation to keeping my relationships intact and consistent on a daily basis. I consider myself an essential worker in the world of education, no matter what the risks are when confronted with the “Monster”. Helping to keep anxiety levels down and encouraging absolute common sense in relation to safety and wellness are constant messages that I repeat on a daily basis. I begin every day by returning emails from students and parents. I also spend my mornings following-up phone calls to parents concerned about their sons’ grades and high anxiety due to stress caused from lack of focus and poor time management. Six to eight on-campus appointments are always a priority. Our conversations are always geared towards the state of the student’s mental health and discussing their adherence to following the academic “PLAN” – a topic that they continually hear from me during their initial meeting as a freshman until the day they graduate. Anxiety and depression issues have increased significantly, hospitalization and therapy are uncommonly high. Virtual meetings are a regular occurrence. My day never ends until I have tried to accommodate any student who needs assistance. I pray daily to maintain the conviction of De LaSalle and the patience of Dr. King. The unthinkable has become the norm, but I am the relentless type who likes the odds of getting back to the “old” norm. After all, this is Calvert Hall.

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In the classroom, teachers and students have faced obstacles with the hybrid model, but all have proven to be resilient. What I've heard from students and teachers alike is this time has given them a greater appreciation for the normal school week: five days, in the building, with the entire community present. In Campus Ministry, we've been able to adjust some of our usual activities to make them social distancing friendly. In late August, we held three Peer Ministry training days. Peer Ministers listened to witness talks from the student leadership team, participated in ice breaker games, and discussed in small groups the challenges that lay ahead. Most recently, Campus Ministry completed two of our favorite drives: Thanksgiving Food Drive and Adopt-a-Family. The food drive brought in over 13,000 items to benefit food agencies in need in the Baltimore community and beyond. Our Christmas Adopt-a-Family drive provided gift cards for over 50 families from the Immigration Outreach Service Center. In Campus Ministry we look forward to the day where our students can come together again for retreats, Lenten small groups, and immersion trips.

Matt Radebaugh ’98 – Social Studies Faculty & Department Chair Since March, we’ve reinvented the wheel…a lot. In years past, teachers would learn a student’s name by matching it to their face. In the hybrid model, we are learning to match a student’s voice to their name. Teachers have raised the base-level volume of their “teaching voice” about 20% to carry throughout the various tubes and wires to the computer speakers at home. Well-crafted lesson plans needed to be reworked to ensure that students at home and in-person were learning important concepts. Many short videos have been made. Numerous shared documents have been created. Even our most experienced teachers have had to utilize some old-fashioned trial and error to find the right mix of interaction, multi-media, discussion, and friendly banter. Teachers find themselves stepping outside during free periods to simply enjoy nature, taking a moment from being fixated in front of their screens. I’m not surprised, but I am proud of the work put in by everyone at Calvert Hall. Our work is not finished – more issues to debate, more lessons of history to be learned. I could use long nap. Rest assured, the faculty and staff have educated students during a pandemic with a charisma that matches LaSalle’s teachings.

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p e c i a l i s t

When CHC announced that school would move to remote learning last spring, I never imagined that we would be beginning the 2020-21 school year using a hybrid model. I watched some of my LaSalle students fiercely struggle to adapt and attend to virtual classes. It was difficult to be removed from my students, many of whom I have worked with daily for multiple years. Thankfully, the administrators here recognized the unique circumstances of LaSalle students and their Education Plans. My students were given the option to attend school in-person all four days. Six of my ten students began the year coming in all four of the possible days. One of my favorite aspects of being a learning specialist at The Hall has been the ability to establish a strong relationship with my students. Having daily contact with each one is an essential part of our relationship. Every day, I try to connect with my students on an academic level and provide emotional support. Even though I don’t get to see all of my students every day, my goal for each of them remains the same - I want them all to thrive here and have some fun along the way.

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Lifebridge Health Community Responder Award Calvert Hall was recently given the Community Responder Award by LifeBridge Health. Our 3D printers were lent to the company to help make 1,000 face shields, 1,000 headband snaps, and 5,000 ear bands. Photo credit: Marc Summerfield / Guill Photo

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Best in Baltimore The votes are in and the people have spoken! Calvert Hall has been named The Daily Record's Top Winner for Best Private School (High School) and Best Catholic School (High School), The Baltimore Sun's Best Private School, and Baltimore Style's Best Private High School - Boys.

Band Room Upgrade The band room has been upgraded, thanks to the generous donation of Nicholas Kollman ’57. Brian Ecton, director of fine arts, shared, “In the previous format, the area consisted of five practice rooms (small classrooms) with absolutely no sound dampening at all. The restructuring of this area, has allowed us to now have six small (individual) practice rooms, a large percussion studio, and an additional small classroom space for teaching large sections, music theory, and chamber ensembles. All of which are sound dampened. Additionally, this renovation brings a level of professionalism to our facilities deserving of a music program of our caliber.” We are grateful for the enhancements to the Kollman Music Center.

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putting the pieces together TRAFFIC one-way directional arrows

AIR QUALITY MERV-13 HVAC filters

WELLNESS a custom mask per student, faculty & staff, and daily screenings

TO KEEP YOU SAFE DISTANCING desks spaced 6 feet apart

OUTDOOR LEARNING two outdoor tents available

SANITATION sanitizing stations around campus and hands- free faucets

SURFACES Vytis Shield on surfaces,

SEPARATION plexiglass dividers in student areas and offices

additional maintenance staff

Answers for Thaler’s

Corner from page 3

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SCHOOL NEWS

3 Freshman Class President The Class of 2024 has elected Peter Buttarazzi as their class president! Peter is a Knott Scholar, McMullen Scholar, a member of Speech & Debate, and a part of the Cardinal Crazies.

Junior Ring Ceremony The Class of 2022 received their class rings on mornings of December 11 and December 15 during two, socially distant, events. Mr. Zach Rowe â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;13 was selected as the class speaker to discuss the significance of the ring. Both ceremonies were livestreamed for

family and supporters to watch.

Christmas Concert The pandemic couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cancel the Annual Christmas Concert. The top jazz

National Merit Semifinalist

ensemble, the Jazz Orchestra, performed a variety of Christmas classics virtually.

Nicholas Taylor '21 has been named a semifinalist in the

concert, be sure to watch the archived version on the Calvert Hall YouTube

2021 National Merit Scholarship Competition. Less than 1% of high school seniors across the country receive this distinction.

Successful Thanksgiving Food Drive

Our school community rallied together, and we were able to donate more than 13,000 items this Thanksgiving for those in need. The food was donated to Beans and Bread, Health Care of the Homeless, Student Support Network, and Artesanos Don Bosco Peru.

More than 1,200 viewers tuned in live to watch the concert. If you missed the channel (www.youtube.com/calverthallcollege).

Honors Convocation In November, we honored nearly 400 students during our annual Honors Convocation. New inductees were sworn into the National Honors Society and many more earned academic letters for their hard work last year in the classroom.

SCHOOL NEWS Festival of Trees Calvert Hall proudly displayed the “Hall United” tree at the Kennedy Krieger Institute Festival of Trees. The tree sold for $400 with all proceeds benefiting Kennedy Krieger.

Magazine Drive Special thank you to everyone who supported this year’s virtual Magazine Drive. As a community, we were able to raise over $85,000. The proceeds will help tuition assistance for Calvert Hall students who have been impacted by COVID-19.

The Beginning The Beginning, a freshman tradition welcoming the newest members to The Hall, took place on November 9 and

November 12. The evening was divided into two, socially distant, events welcoming the members of the Class of 2024 and one guest. The evenings were livestreamed for

Speech and Debate

additional family members and supporters to watch.

Eugene Bressler ’21 and Lucas Lobo ’22 have secured four bids for the Tournament of Champions. This is significant as only two bids are required to attend. The duo advanced to the semifinals in the New York City Invitational, quarterfinals of the New York Fall Faceoff, the sweet

sixteen at the University of Michigan High School Debate Tournament,

and earned a bid with their performance at the GDS tournament. Bressler also teamed up with Daniel Christ ’21 to advance to the finals of the DC Urban Debate Dragon tournament. Christian Garman ’21 advanced to the semifinals of the Villiger Tournament hosted by St. Joseph’s University in Humorous Interpretation. Ethan D’Souza ’24 and Drew Chico ’24 advanced to their first knockout bracket and Kalil Bennett ’23 and Alex Shrestha ’23 advanced to the JV semifinals for the University of Kentucky Debate Tournament. Bressler also earned the honor of National Speech & Debate Academic All-American.

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THLETICS

Nineteen Student-Athletes Sign NLIs Nineteen student-athletes inked National Letters of Intent during the November 11, and December 16, 2020 signing dates. BASEBALL

LACROSSE

Scott Borgmann – Wilmington University

Luke Downs - Towson University

Alex Khan - West Virginia University

Mic Kelly - Denver University

Owen Liberto – Frederick Community College

Brian King - West Point University

Kyle Matheny – Wilson College

Ethan Long - Penn State University

Michael Wineke – Frederick Community College

Dan Reilly - Towson University

Jannuel Wispi-Robles – University of

Gavin Stecher - Florida Tech

South Carolina - Lancaster Tyler Wright - Wilson College FOOTBALL

Sam Szweda - Salisbury University Johnathan Thomas - Florida Tech Connor Young - Florida Tech

Amir Jenkins - Sacred Heart University Mike Johnson - Merrimack College Tre Jordan - Merrimack College

Cross Country Wins Top Title The Calvert Hall Varsity Cross Country team won the Baltimore Private Schools Championship. They were able to compete and finish the meet prior to the Baltimore County Executive Order going into effect. Andrew Myers ’21 placed first overall while Charlie Dance ’22 and Adam Brocato ’22 placed third and fourth, respectfully.

Turkey Bowl 101 Suspended After 100 consecutive meetings, the Calvert Hall College High School and Loyola Blakefield football squads did not be take the field on Thanksgiving morning. One of the nation’s most storied and longest running high school football traditions was paused as the COVID-19 pandemic surged. An Executive Order issued for Baltimore County that restricted outdoor gatherings, including high school athletics, went into effect at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 20, causing the game to be suspended. More than 160 individuals purchased cardboard cutouts to show support of the game. These were installed and displayed over Thanksgiving weekend.

The Reif Cup Stays at The Hall Calvert Hall defeated Archbishop Curley 4-1 in the 19th annual Reif Alumni Cup. This is the Cardinals second straight Reif Cup victory. Gabe Glikin ’23, Riley Organt ’22, Hayden Lim ’21, and Payton Madore ’20 all scored for the Cardinals. Nate Jones ’23 had four saves to secure the victory.

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HOMECOMING

success amid the pandemic

2020 has brought many changes, and Homecoming 2020 was no different. The Homecoming Committee transitioned the annual in-person extravaganza into a virtual event that included a special Calvert Hall Package. The packages included items such as a commemorative 2020 Homecoming hat and a limited-edition six-pack of lager brewed especially for Calvert Hall by Key Brewing. The virtual program included a meet and greet with new football coach, Josh Ward ’04, an interview with Calvert Hall teaching legend, June Brown, a performance from our four-time national championship marching band, and the annual toast to Augie Miceli. Thank you to all those that participated to help make Homecoming 2020 a success.

PRESIDENT'S Reception “The epitome of making lemonade out of lemons... This was a lot of fun and Ann and I enjoyed the event (message, conversations, food). Hats off to those at CHC (and outside) that pulled off the only fun Zoom meeting in history.” -Rick Lobo ‘91 Brother John Kane, FSC, hosted his annual President Reception virtually in October. Despite being apart, the event was able to bring together in and out of town guests. The out-of-town guests were mailed a special package while all local guests were hand delivered a custom CHC charcuterie board with fresh catered items, a bottle of wine, and a CHC insulated tote hours before the Zoom event. All of the guests were able to join together and feast on their deliveries during the event. The Zoom event, hosted by Brother John and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Thomas Smyth ’77, included a performance by the CHC band, special recognition of outgoing board member, Marty Blair ’79, and an open chat in breakout Zoom rooms.

INCLUSION

EQUIT Y

DIVERSITY

D E DEI I Recently formed in August 2020, the DEI Steering Committee is actively working to develop and implement programming and initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Calvert Hall community. With a goal of community-wide engagement, five DEI subcommittees comprised of over 25 faculty and staff are focused on academics, service and social justice, student life, professional development, and the broader school community. Currently, subcommittees are seeking feedback and insights from alumni and parents, substantiating opportunities for faculty and staff to engage in professional development on antiracism, and working to include diverse perspectives and voices in the academic curriculum.

Beginning the second semester of the 2020-21 academic year, there will be opportunities for students to lead and engage in small group discussions on topics pertaining to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Moreover, future service opportunities surrounding advocacy and action for social justice are currently being sought. While formal DEI efforts are in their infancy at Calvert Hall, they are part of established institutional beliefs including fostering an appreciation for the uniqueness of each person and providing opportunities for every student to cultivate his God-given talents. Current and future DEI efforts seek to continue to grow and strengthen the Calvert Hall brotherhood and community with opportunities to engage in prayer, education, discussion, and action in the midst of the development of men of intellect, faith, and integrity.

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C L A S S 1950s

Rick Downs ’76 retired for the second time after 40 years of Federal Service with the United States Air Force and the Veterans Administration.

Carroll Oliva ’53 was named New Jersey 2020 Civil Engineer of the Year by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Doug Desmarais, Esq. ’78, a partner at the law firm, Smith & Downey, was a guest speaker at the Chesapeake Human Resources Association’s Fall Employment Law Conference on November 4. Doug along with Dr. Alvin Hathaway (CHC past parent) of the Beloved Community Service discussed the Civil Rights Movement of 2020 at this virtual conference.

David Holden ’58 and his wife, Vicky, celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on September 11, 2020.

1980s Vic Biscoe ’89 proposed to Jenn Belan on June 19, 2020. The couple will get married on August 28, 2021.

1960s Frank Polk ’61 retired after 52 years in teaching and administrative positions in high school and colleges in Maryland and New Jersey. Charles Airey ’63 retired after a 56-year career with United Airlines.

Col. Walt Kozak ’68 (ret) was able to fulfill a lifelong dream in January 2020 and take part in the Baltimore Orioles Dream Week at the spring training facility in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Joseph Gwiazdowski ’69 retired from his dentistry practice after 43 years.

1970s Christian Bitters ’75 is now Vice President at Edison Energy in New Jersey. Joe Crostic ’75 has been elected as GovernorElect for the Carolinas District of Kiwanis International. Joe has served in various leadership positions with the club since 2015. As Governor Elect, he serves on the District Board which began on October 1, 2020, and will become Governor on October 1, 2021. The Carolinas District is comprised of over 5,000 Kiwanians in more than 150 clubs in North and South Carolina.

Matt DiNenna ’88 was promoted to Colonel in the Maryland Army National Guard.

Richard Kosiba ’82 is participating in horse shows with Khentucky J, his six-year-old Pure Bred Arabian Mare. In the first competitive horsemanship, the horse was awarded second place in the Arabian Performance Halter Mares class, fourth place in Showmanship, Amateur to Handle and third place in Showmanship, Amateur Adult to Handle. Khentucky J was also the Reserve Champion in the Arabian Western Pleasure Championship. Tony McHale ’86 opened a new business, Fastsigns of Chicago– South Loop. Dr. John Weaver ’86 had two new books published this year, Intelligence Relations in the 21st Century and Contemporary Intelligence Analysis and National Security: A Critical American Perspective. Dr. Weaver is an Associate Professor in the History and Political Science Department at York College of Pennsylvania. Rob Silverman ’87, Executive Vice President for Booz Allen, received the Above & Beyond Valued Ally Award from Diversity Best Practices. Diversity Best Practices, a division of Working Mothers Media, is the preeminent organization for medium to large size organizational diversity thought leaders to share the best practices and develop innovative solutions for culture change.

Michael Leidig ’89 performs solo piano for independent/retirement/assisted living/ memory care homes in Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and North Carolina. Michael has also developed a series of virtual children’s programs to introduce them to music (especially classical) in a fun way that incorporates education, art, dance and mediation.

1990s Michael Anderson ’92 started his own home-based cookie business, TastyBakes, in Austin, Texas. Cookies are currently available for delivery or pick-up in the Austin area. Michael is working on adding an online store soon. Tim Flynn ’92 was promoted to Sr. Manager of North American Plant Warehouses & 3rd Party Logistics at McCormick & Company. Dennis Morton ’95 was appointed President of the Minsi Trails Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Dennis assumed his new role in January 2021.

Chris Knoerlein ’99, Director of Communication and Grants for The Arc Baltimore, has been selected as one of The Daily Record’s VIP (Very Important Professional) Successful by 40 honorees.

N O T E S 2000s

Nick Faherty '00 and his wife, Bridget, welcomed their daughter, Hazel Sunflower “Sunnie”, to their family in Seattle, Washington, on April 3, 2020. Alvin Hathaway ’01 and his wife, Sheneika, welcomed their son, Isaac Creed, on August 24, 2020.

Owen McEvoy ’02 was named Deputy Secretary for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development on December 11, 2020.

Corey Johns ’07 accepted a position as Chief of Staff for Dr. Michele Guyton, MD State House of Delegates District 42B, on July 1, 2020. Corey is also the volunteer member of the Baltimore County Board of Recreation & Parks.

Tony Torian II ’04 has joined the Polsinelli team in their Washington, DC office. Tony represents companies with employment and labor disputes. Xander Cruz ’08 proposed to his girlfriend, Lauren Seicke in San Diego, California on October 30, 2020.

Dustin Sparks ’01 (former faculty), his wife, Kate, and older son, Samuel, welcomed Calvin James on August 14, 2020.

Dan Mulford ’05 (faculty) along with his wife, Allie, and son, Knox, welcomed Austen Mary on June 26, 2020.

Eddie Healy ’08 was the feature for an article in The Washington Post and on a Spotify podcast about his late father’s baseball card collection.

Tony DiFatta CPA ’02 was named to The Daily Record’s VIP (Very Important Professional) Successful by 40 Award list. Tony has his own business, TDF Tax and Accounting, in Towson.

John McAvoy ’06 married Suzanne Boone on October 24, 2020. A group of Hallmen celebrated the special day including Will Bell ’07, Chris Miller ’02, Tony Miller ’75, Jason Miller ’00, Gavin McAvoy ’08, John McAvoy ’06, Bill McAvoy ’72, Ryan Griffiths ’08, Bobby Thomas ’07, Joe Malstrom ’07 and Patrick Mulford ’06.

Manny Welsh ’09 was appointed Chief of Staff for Maryland Comptroller, Peter Franchot, effective November 2, 2020.

2010s

Red Beam ’07 and his wife, Maria, welcomed their daughter, Kennedy Grace, on June 17, 2020.

Brendan Fitzgerald ’02 was ordained a priest on August 22, 2020, for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Father Brendan’s first assignment is Associate Pastor at Sacred Heart in Glyndon.

Joel Ford ’02, along with three other paddlers, will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record in May for the fastest time paddling the length of the Mississippi River – 2,300 miles. The current record is 18 days, 4 hours, and 51 minutes.

John deWitt ’07 earned his Master of Science degree in Biomedical Science from Hood College in May 2020.

Patrick Fitzgerald ’10 proposed to his girlfriend, Lauren Delaney, on July 26, 2020. They are planning their wedding for May 7, 2022. Ricky James ’07 married Alexis Johnson on October 10, 2020. It was a mini-Calvert Hall reunion including Jaime Johnson ’85, Mark Julio ’85, Tommy Vondersmith ’12, Dan Donatelli ’07, Jon Raver ’09, Zach Greaver ’03 and Augie Stern ’66.

Jon Graham ’10 published his first book, From the Heart: Unlocked & Unplugged.

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N O T E S Aaron Tawiah ’13 married Ebonee Jackson on September 5, 2020.

Damion Lee ’10 along with his mom, Michelle Riddick, started the L.E.E. Way (Leveraging Exellence through Experiences) Foundation. They gave out meals to the Park Heights neighborhood before Thanksgiving. Damion is currently a shooting guard for the Golden State Warriors.

CJ Williams ’12 proposed to Paige Bortner on August 9, 2019. They are busy planning their wedding which is set for September 28, 2021. Lawrence Cager III ’15, a wide receiver for the New York Jets, was activated for Week 3 of the NFL season when the Jets played the Indianapolis Colts. Lawrence remains an active player for the Jets. Dylan Hadaway ’15 is pursuing his law degree at New England Law | Boston.

Gregory Snyder II ’10 has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Arc Central Chesapeake Region. Greg, Government Relations & Community Associate for Bellamy Genn Group, LLC, has been named one of The Daily Record’s Very Important Professional (VIP) Successful by 40.

Trevor Williams ’12, a cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, was activated for Week 3 of the NFL season when the Eagles played the Cincinnati Bengals. In December, Trevor signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad. Matthew Broadwater ’13 was elected as a National Officer to the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists Executive Board for the 2020-2021 year. Garrett Epple ’13 was named Defenseman of the Championship Series for the Premier Lacrosse League. Garrett plays for the Redwoods, LC.

Logan Kurek ’13 popped the question to Rachael Askar on July 13, 2020. The happy couple is planning a May 21, 2022, wedding.

Kevin Ames ’12 earned his EMT certification. He is a firefighter for the Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Company. Paul Cilio ’12 proposed to his girlfriend, Katie Leavy, while taking Theology of the Body 1: A Head and Heart Immersion course at the Black Rock Retreat Center in Quarryville, PA.

Camilio Sanchez ’16 won the UPS: Soccer Championship with Suresport FC over the summer. After the championship, Camilio played for Derry City FC in the premiership of the League of Ireland. He was then sent on a loan with Northern Ireland Premiership Club, Institute Football Club. Spencer Blair ’17 was part of the Loyola University Maryland team that won first place in Innov8MD’s Pre-Accelerator AddVenture Program for their platform, “Equalyze” that connects small businesses in Baltimore with undergraduate students who are seeking real-world experience.

Justin Gough ’11 was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Baltimore on August 22, 2020. Father Justin served as Sacramental Assistant and in residence at Immaculate Heart of Mary until he returned to Rome for advanced theological studies. Christian Grier ’11 has been hired as a staff writer for OWN’s one-hour cable drama called, The Kings of Napa.

Nick Cipollone ’16, a junior at Towson University, worked as a Financial Planning Intern at StatonWalsh during the summer of 2020.

Zack Papa ’17 completed his Co-Op with Johnson & Johnson in the division of Janssen Research & Development. Zack is studying Marketing & Finance at La Salle University. Kevin Scheidhauer ’18 has enlisted in the Navy. Kevin leaves for bootcamp in February.

Alex Murphy ’13 proposed to Alexia Legambi on October 26, 2020.

Jose Torres ’19 was selected as a 2020 Collegiate Baseball Freshman All-American. Jose started all 17 games at shortstop for NC State. He finished the season third on the team with hits and fourth on the team in batting average.

2020s

(Photo courtesy of Syracuse.com) Sean Tucker ’20 has been named the ACC Running Back of the Week after Syracuse beat Georgia Tech on September 26, 2020. Sean became the first true freshmen for Syracuse to rush for 100 yards against an FBS opponent since 2008. In December, Sean was ACC Running Back of the Week for the second time this season. He was the first player to rush for 100 yards against Notre Dame this season, when he carried the ball 24 times for 113 yards and a touchdown.

Facult y & staff

Susan Grzech (faculty) welcomed a new

granddaughter, Berkeley Rae, on November 23, 2020. Parents, Michael & Jessica Grzech, along with uncles, Dr. Brian Sanders ’75 and Barry Sanders ’77, are thrilled with the new family addition.

Zachary Berkheimer ’11

Rhett Myers ’03

Donald Conelius ’55, father-in-law of

James Noctor ’57

Kevin Buonsignore ’82, cousin of Michael Leaf ’69 and Dennis Leaf ’70

Richard Nozemack ’63, father of Matthew

Thomas Cuddington ’59, brother of

Michael ’58 and uncle of Joel Joy ’85 Lawrence Foos ’56, cousin to Mike

Geraghty ’53 Felix Grue ’60, brother of Dennis ’64 and

cousin of the late Louis ’68 Richard Gutridge, Jr. ’55, father of Richard

III ’84 and Michael ’89; and grandfather of Connor Lavelle ’14, Patrick Lavelle ’20 and Christopher Lavelle ’22; son-in-law of the late John Singleton 1919; brother-inlaw of the late Jack Singleton ’47, Robert Singleton ’51 , the late Francis Singleton ’53 and Paul Singleton ’62 and George Singleton ’65; nephew of the late Samuel 1926

’91, brother of the late John ’60 and uncle of Chris Lonegro ’91 Frank O’Brien ’49, father of Dennis ’74 Robert Ollerhead ’67, father of Russ ’97

and brother of the late Stephen ’69 Ralph Piersanti ’45, brother-in-law of the

late Edward Birrane, Jr. ’54 Hamilton Ruth ’50 William Ryan ’58, grandfather of Brendan

’07 and Shane ’10 Frank Scarfield III ’98, son of Frank

Jr. ’72 John Schumm ’60, brother of the late

Edward ’64

Paul Hartzell ’58

John Sprock ’64, uncle of Nick ’08

John Houska ’74

Richard Stein ’42

Steven Kehl ’13, son of Kevin ’79 and

Mason Torres ’06

brother of Will ’16

Jerome Trageser, Sr. ’56, father of Jerome

Deceased Alumni

Charles Lentz ’54

Jr. ’77

Richard Avena ’68

Philip Linz ’57

Brian Tunney ’67

Francis Bacon Jr. ’52, grandfather of Ben

Marc Lockhart ’06

Edward Ward ’45, brother of the late

’04 and Ian ’10 Vince Barnaba ’46, father of Rick ’73, the

late Mike ’78 and Tom ’82; grandfather of Anthony Davis ’98, Brad Davis ’99, Michael Davis ’01, Vince ’09 and Joe ’13; brother-in-law of the late J. N. Bittner ’36 Daniel Beres ’56, brother of Norbert ’54 and uncle of Zachary ’87 and Patrick ’90

Joseph Lutz ’66, brother of the late Stephen ’61 and uncle of Patrick Young ’75 and Michael Young, CPA ’77 Brian McColgan ’73

Francis ’40 and the late Paul ’41 Joseph Zinkand ’53, brother of the late

William “Jerry” ’50 and the late Jim ’52; and uncle of Rich '87 (faculty), great uncle of Trevor ’18 and Wade ’24

Frank Manning ’83, brother of Thomas

’72 Carl Moltz, Jr. ’56

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Dece ased Facult y & Staff Br. Martin Fahey, FSC, former staff

Dece ased Family & Friends Krista Arbaugh, wife of Kenneth

Jacqueline Hart, wife of Theodore ’51; mother of Theodore ’83; sister-in-law of Paul, Sr. ’47, the late Edmund ’49 and the late Charles ’57; aunt of Paul, Jr. ’70 and Richard ’73 Thomas Jecelin, father of Darby Jecelin

Arbaugh ’89

(staff) and grandfather of Tristian Skalski ’21

Kenneth Biscoe, father of Kenneth ’70,

Fr. Joseph Krastel, brother of Bob ’59 and

Vic ’89 and Rich ’91

the late Larry ’64; uncle of Joe ’83 and the late John ’85 and great uncle of Joseph ’09 and Michael Griffiths ’07

Elizabeth Blair, mother of Marty ’79,

grandmother of Jeff Gonzales ’95, Jim Gonzales ’96, Jon Gonzales ’99, Ryan Costanza ’00, Pat ’09 and Spencer ’17 Melvin Bondyra, grandfather of Jordan ’13

and father-in-law of Mary (faculty)

Charles LoPresto, father of Dr. Charles ’65

and grandfather of Patrick ’90 and Kevin ’91 Mary Gerardine Malstrom, wife of the late

Lawless (faculty)

William ’40, mother of Barbara Jones (faculty), William ’67, the late Michael ’70, Tim ’71, Paul ’74, Christopher ’77 and Tom ’84 (staff); grandmother of Joseph ’07 and Christopher ’07; mother-in-law of Traci (staff) and sister-in-law of the late John ’55

Tom Briglio, father-in-law of Aimee

Carol Murray, wife of William ’61 and

(faculty)

mother of Theordore R. Fluehr Jr. ’78 and Timothy ’92; sister-in-law of late Thomas ’65

Margaret Bonsall, wife of August ’59 Christopher Brennan, father of William

’21 and Matthew ’23 Margaret Brennan, sister of Br. John

Doris Bullington, mother of Jim ’76, Mark

’81 and John ’82, grandmother of Rob ’08, Alex ’10 and Jake ’13 Judith Comotto, mother of Brian ’93

and Jeff ’97 Mary Jane Flynn, mother of Eileen

Toohey (consultant) and mother-in-law of Phil Toohey ’69 Francis Paul Galeone, father of John ’81

and Joe ’82 Andrew Gleeson, father of Tommy ’20 and

Patrick ’24 Clifton Gonce, father of Jeff ’81

William Harper, Jr., father of Daniel (staff) and grandfather of Daniel, Jr. ’23

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Mary Palmer, mother of Ray ’79, grandmother of Mike ’08, Garrett Epple ’13, Grant Epple ’16, and Kyle Epple ’18, mother-in-law to Carl Epple ’82 Stephanie Rockstroh, mother of John

’82 and Matt ’83; grandmother of Bradley ’11 Frances Rosenberger, mother of James ’70 and John ’74, grandmother of Jon ’03, James ’04 and Kevin ’05 James Rosenberger, father of James ’70

and John ’74, grandfather of Jon ’03, James ’04, and Kevin ’05

Francis Sliwka, father of Tony ’76, Joe ’78, John ’80 and Chris ’86; grandfather of Joe ’09 Catherine Barbara Thompson, sister of

Chester Dunkerly (staff)

Ha v e you cons ider ed your l ega c y at The Hall?

imeless radition Charlie Rogers, his wife Arlene, and his sons Teddy, Eric ’81, and Gregory ’81, have been part of The Hall family since 1957. Eric ’81 and Teddy Rogers are long-time members of the facilities staff. They are well known for their great spirit and the positive relationships they have made with students, faculty, and staff. Members of the Class of 1993 have established the Rogers Family Grant to honor the distinguished contributions members of the Rogers’ family have made to Calvert Hall. Annually, the grant will provide tuition assistance to support a Calvert Hall student.

The Class of 1956 are among Calvert Hall’s most faithful sons. Perhaps it is the recollections of Brother Gabriel (Cecilian) Cannon “finding” a tuition grant for a needy family or Brother Andrew Dinoto with an extra meal for a young man without lunch – our grads know the importance of giving back and providing similar opportunities to future generations. In late 2019, Mrs. Corriere established the Dominic A. Corriere ’56 Scholarship Endowment, honoring Dominic’s legacy, supporting a faith-based college preparatory education for deserving young men.

Richard Tilghman, Jr. entered Cathedral and Mulberry in 1936, the family’s finances made a transfer to public school necessary after his sophomore year. With daughters Kathy and Barbara heading to Mercy, the second Tilghman generation would enter the “new” Calvert Hall with Richard, III ’67, followed by twins Joe ’79 and Jeff ’79. Barbara’s sons Mike Young ’09 & Jon Young ’12 mark the third generation of Tilghman Hallmen. Knowing the importance their father placed on Catholic education, the family has established the Richard H. Tilghman, Jr. ’40 Scholarship Endowment. The scholarship provides need-based tuition assistance.

To make a gift to support one of these scholarships, for more information about named scholarships or questions about establishing your own legacy gift, please call Tom Malstrom ’84, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving at 410-825-4266x147 or malstromt@calverthall.com or visit www.calverthall.com/giving

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