Monsignor Arthur Dernbach ’44
DECEMBER 19, 1926 -March 17, 2018 As we head to press, we are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Msgr. Arthur Dernbach ‘44, Central Catholic student, teacher, vice principal, principal, and faithful supporter for close to eight decades. Msgr. Dernbach died March 17, 2018. He was 91 years old. Arthur Paul Dernbach was born December 19, 1926 in Portland, Oregon, to John and Mary Dernbach. He was the youngest of fifteen children. He grew up in St. Stephen Parish and attended school there before entering Central Catholic as a freshman in 1940.
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Art was busy during his high school years. He was an accomplished athlete on the football and basketball teams, a member of the Scepter staff, Monogram Club, and was on student council. His senior year, he was elected student body president. Not surprisingly, he was recognized at graduation with the Holy Spirit Award, the school’s highest honor. Father Dernbach was one of the first Central Catholic students to enter the priesthood. He was ordained in Rome in 1953. He returned to his alma mater as a science teacher in 1954 and remained at the school until 1967. In 1978, he returned to Central Catholic as principal. He led the school through the transition of going coed in 1980. Monsignor Dernbach was a hard-working teacher and administrator, a devoted parish priest, and lived a life in service to others. He had a great sense of humor and spirited laugh. Rest in peace, Monsignor Dernbach. You will be missed by countless Central Catholic alumni and teachers alike. May your reward in heaven be great. Editor’s Note: Look for our full tribute to Msgr. Dernbach’s life and ministry in our next issue.
Congratulations to Abe Ichinoe ‘07 for correctly identifying the students in this picture which was published in the winter issue of the Central Catholic Magazine. Associated Student Body Officers from 2007-2008 (above, left to right): Marija Boise ’07, Betsy Dulcich ’07, Brennan Lowes ’07, Maddie Stilley ’07, David Dalla Gasperina ’08
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The cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat sing loud and proud to sold out shows in the Performing Arts Center.
Volume 25 • Number 1 • Spring 2018 Central Catholic Magazine is a publication of Central Catholic High School 2401 SE Stark Street • Portland, Oregon 97214 503.230.1056 • centralcatholichigh.org
Faculty Profile: Sr. Grace Marie Page 4
Leadership Rev. Msgr. Timothy Murphy ’58, President Emeritus Colin McGinty, President John Garrow ’76, Principal Mike Pinder ’77, Director of Development Board of Directors Gina Hill, Chair Elise Brown, Vice-Chair Matt Chapman ’68 Tim Fleischmann ’79 Harry Hanna ’93 Therese Leineweber Colin McGinty Jonathan McGowan ’92 Molly Paustian ’85 Sarah Petrone ’94 Ellen Ridgeway Char Riley Paul Scarlett Bill Winter ’58 Bro. William Dygert CSC, Ex-Officio Jo Willhite, Ex-Officio Publisher/Layout and Design Jolyn Winczewski Director of Scholarships and Publications Contributing Writer Kate Bethell ’03 Christina Kempster ’09
Campus Highlights Page 6
Open Mic Night: Celebrating 20 Years Page 8
Editing Team Luciana Fischer ’88 Christina Kempster ’09 Elaine Payne Contributing Photographers Julie Duong ’18 Seth Gardner ’98, The Photo Treehouse Christina Kempster ’09 Paul Rich Studios Kate Schwager Suzie Puetz Photography Central Catholic High School is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools, The Western Catholic Education Association, and The Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Alumni Profile: Andrea (Lieberg) Bemis ’02 Page 10
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From the President Greetings! As my freshman year at Central Catholic continues into its second semester, fall athletic events, Open House, and Backto-School Night already seem like a long time ago. When a school year starts, it brings with it a certain frenetic pace, one that quickly gets you busy dealing with the day-to-day. But even in the quickening rhythm of this vibrant school, not a moment goes by that I am not taken by this extraordinary community. I thought it would be fun to discuss this remarkable place with a few of Central Catholic’s most tenured teachers. They have a collective 118 years of involvement with the Central Catholic community. I talked with Steve Halligan (42 years), Marilyn Lucas (38 years), and Paul Wallulis (38 years) to get their thoughts and perspectives on 24th and Stark. Steve Halligan CM: If you could describe Central Catholic in one word, what would it be? SH: Most often you hear CC described as “community,” or “family,” and they are not wrong because it truly is both of those and more, so much more. I would say the key word is “sanctuary.” Central Catholic is a safe place where one can continue to grow and become all that God intended. It is loving, nurturing, forgiving, compassionate, and yet, it is tough and demanding in every way. If you let it, CC will get inside your soul and change you. Central Catholic (and I include everyone who works here in any capacity, and every student who attends our sanctuary) fosters an atmosphere like no other can. It’s difficult to put a finger on it, but it is there, everyone can feel it. CM: Among your many accomplishments at Central Catholic, what are you most proud of? SH: I am most proud of the multitude of students, faculty, alumni, and friends that still call me “Coach.” [Editors note: Steve coached basketball for thirty years: the freshman team from 1976-77, JV from 1977-84, and varsity from 1985-2006.] To me, it is a term that symbolizes the impact I’ve had on their lives, directly and indirectly. I am also very proud that former students continue to e-mail me, years after graduating, asking for guidance, recommendations, political analysis of an issue, etc. I am also very proud that my children were able to attend Central Catholic. It is forever a part of them. CM: What is something that excites you about Central Catholic’s future? SH: CC’s future is bright. I love the fact that we are truly an institution that prides itself on being “a person for others.” The Rams Program is an example of what I mean. Being the history nerd that I am, I view Central Catholic the way history views the United States, “we are the exception, the American exception.” In CC’s case, we are the exception to the way Catholic education has always been done. Paul Wallulis CM: Why did you choose a career in Catholic education? PW: I can think of several reasons. My own background includes nine years of Catholic education, from which I have fond memories. Additionally, my brother Jerry attended Central Catholic, graduating in 1965, and always spoke 2 | Central Catholic Magazine
highly of the school. And the year I was hired, 1980, was the first year Central Catholic went coed, making it an exciting transition year. CM: Certainly you have many great memories at Central Catholic, what is your favorite? PW: This is a tough one after so many years, but one thing I have really enjoyed is honoring/roasting friends and colleagues on their retirements. I’ve also relished being at special events honoring students, whether for achieving Eagle Scout status or for furthering their achievements in Engineering at Stanford. CM: Among your many accomplishments at Central Catholic, what are you most proud of? PW: I began at Central as a full-time German teacher, and taught only German for years. As German enrollment sadly declined, I had to choose between leaving CC or transitioning into another subject. Determined to stay, I took coursework and earned certification in mathematics and worked my way eventually into full-time math. This included re-teaching myself Calculus and gradually building up our AP Calculus program. Now working in tandem with Steve Workman, who has done an amazing job, we have built our AP program up to a level where 70 students will take the exams and the great majority will earn college credit. Marilyn Lucas CM: Why did you choose a career in Catholic education? ML: I wanted to share my interest and passion for French and Spanish language and culture with students in a community and environment that is devoted to values that promote and encourage young people to find meaning and value in their lives. In Catholic schools, students are surrounded by ideas and philosophies around social justice, respect, inclusivity, tolerance, dignity for all, and quality teaching and learning. CM: You have been teaching at Central Catholic for 38 years, what’s kept you here? ML: A supportive administration and students who arrive excited about learning and achieving, developing their full potential, and sharing their lives with each other as they traverse the wonder and sometimes painful journey of becoming. And my colleagues, who are the best one could ever ask for; interesting, funny, (sometimes irreverent), smart, and always supportive! CM: What is something that excites you about Central Catholic’s future? ML: The future of Central Catholic looks very bright. As we go forward, we will continue to encourage our students to understand that they are part of a larger universe and that our goal is that they will take their place as strong leaders, and constructive and compassionate members of society. ••• I agree that Central Catholic’s future is very bright. The commitment of Steve, Paul, and Marilyn embodies the dedication all our faculty have to the development of our students. Thank you for all you do to help our school community thrive and be the best it can be. Sincerely,
Colin McGinty President
Welcome New Board Members Name: Sarah Petrone ‘94 Occupation: Senior Vice President of People and Culture Organization: Portland Trail Blazers and Rip City Management Description: Head of Human Resources for NBA team, business, and Rose Quarter venue employees Education: Central Catholic High School ‘94, Oregon State University, Speech Communication; Marylhurst University, MBA Spouse: Don Rose ’94 Children: Caledonia and Ava Professional background: Joined the Trail Blazers and Rose Quarter team in June 2013 after serving as Head of Human Resources, People and Culture for the North America Region of Vestas Wind Technology. Also held positions as an HR Consultant for Genentech in Hillsboro, Manager of Human Resources, Training and Development for A-dec, Inc. in Newberg, and regional employee relations and training assignments for Hollywood Entertainment, Inc. in Wilsonville. Residence: Northeast Portland CC Connection: Where do I start? My father, Dick Petrone, graduated in 1957 and my brother, Michael ’86, and two sisters, Amy ’87 and Margaret ’90, also attended Central Catholic. My cousins attended, as well. My husband and I met in Mrs. Jerand’s Honors English class and reconnected in the Performing Arts Center at a former classmate’s funeral. The rest is history! What would you like to see as a legacy of your service to Central Catholic? I would like to see us embrace the diversity of our students, focused on our mission. We have a rich history in Portland and in the community. I want to attract and strengthen our brand among groups that might historically look past our school and provide affordable Catholic education to all. Yardstick of success: Maintaining the affordability of Catholic education, increased number of females and students from communities of color Mentors: Kristin Horak, Richard Petrone, Bobbi Stedman, many more who have helped me in my career along the way Word that best describes you: Energetic Like best about Board of Directors work? You get to see the organization from a different vantage point Pet peeves: People eating ice, I know it is strange! Greatest passion: Learning Favorite quote: “Leaders cast a long shadow” – David Tovey Most influential book: Flawless Consulting by Peter Block Favorite cause: American Heart Association and Central Catholic Favorite movie: Haven’t watched a movie in years; before kids, it was Sliding Doors Favorite musician: Bon Iver Most treasured possession: My kids and family Favorite vacation destination: New York and any major city Favorite restaurant: Too many to choose from Favorite way to spend free time: Family and K Fit Studio
Name: Paul L. Scarlett Occupation: Manager Organization: Oregon Department of Transportation Professional background: I am responsible for building, maintaining, enhancing, and repairing state highways and freeways in Oregon. I work with jurisdictions to ensure state-related transportation systems and projects are safe and aids in navigating people and goods throughout the state. Education: Brigham Young University, Community and Regional Planning; Portland State University, Urban and Regional Planning, Master’s Degree Spouse: Suzy Children: Brennan ’11, Cameron ’15, and Isabella ‘19 Residence: North Portland Central Catholic connection: Two sons graduated from Central Catholic: Brennan and Cameron. My daughter is currently a junior. I have been the sprint and relay track coach at Central Catholic since 2013. What would you like to see as a legacy of your service to Central Catholic? Continued high academic achievement and graduation rates by all students. A strong and resilient endowment fund that helps support those who need financial assistance. Assist in developing a sports facility for outdoor events such as soccer, tennis, track and field, and lacrosse practices and games/matches. Yardstick of success: Ensuring Central Catholic is seen as an inviting, positive, welcoming place where students, faculty, and members of the community feel proud and comfortable attending school and visiting. Mentors: My mother and father Word that best describes you: Focused and helpful Like best about Board of Directors work: Helping to advance and achieve the mission and goals of Central Catholic High School Most important lesson learned serving on the Board of Directors: I enjoy the process and appreciate the many people that are willing to give of their time to help govern the school. I like the fact that Central Catholic does not shy away from being a religious school and acknowledging that the spiritual aspects of life are also core values to the school. Person you are most interested in meeting: President Barack Obama Pet peeves: People interrupting and finishing my sentence when I am speaking and people who are disrespectful Greatest passion: Family - and in the past, being a fierce competitor as a sprinter First choice for a new career: Track coach Favorite quote: “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today” – Benjamin Franklin and “Capitalize on the opportunity” Most influential book: New Horizons: An Anthology of Short Poems for Senior Students Favorite website: GoStanford.com – the football page Favorite cause: Feeding the hungry Favorite movie: The Terminator Favorite musician: Bob Marley Most treasured possession: Track and Field conference championship ring Favorite vacation destination: Jamaica Favorite restaurant: RingSide Steakhouse Favorite way to spend time: Watching movies, exercising, traveling, and spending time with family and friends
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Sister Grace Marie: Not a “cookie-cutter nun” 4 | Central Catholic Magazine
To someone looking into Room 107, it may appear to be a scene out of Central Catholic’s early days. A sister in a long brown habit and black veil stands in front of 27 sophomores who are quietly taking a quiz. Signs of modern times come into focus though: a shoe rack full of cell phones hangs on the far wall. Sister herself is leaning an elbow against a cart of laptop computers. One by one, students in Sister Grace Marie Horan’s fourth period Theology II class turn in their quizzes on Liturgy. It is a Thursday in February, and just like every other Thursday of this school year, that means the class has a visitor from Mt. Angel Seminary. Today, a seminarian is here to speak to the students about his call to the priesthood. Sister Grace Marie is every bit as engaged as her students as she listens to him talk and during the question and answer period that follows. Students are curious about this young man’s discernment and decision to respond to a vocational calling. Sister’s own journey to religious life began at an early age. “When I was growing up, the idea of being a religious sister was kind of something on my radar screen. I come from a strong Catholic family. My parents really worked hard to integrate our Catholic faith into every aspect of our lives. So it wasn’t just something that we did on Sunday. It was something that informed our decisions, and [our faith] was very real.” Sister Grace Marie grew up in Fort Worth, Texas and is the eleventh of twelve siblings. Following in the footsteps of five of her older sisters, she chose to attend the University of Dallas, which is a Catholic liberal arts school. Sister says the university nurtured her desire to learn more about the Catholic intellectual tradition and was a very supportive environment for discerning what God wanted her to do with her life. “That whole idea of ‘God has a plan for me,’ is something a lot of young people just don’t have, but it was very real [for me and my friends].” During a semester of her sophomore year, she studied abroad in Rome. Sister says the trip had a personal impact on her life and sparked a reawakening of her Catholic faith. “When I was in Rome, the
beauty of our faith was very appealing. Going to pray at St. Peter’s with my friends and traveling around Europe and seeing how all the different cultures developed and Christianity’s impact on [their] cultural development, I started to think about being a sister more deeply. [. . .] I really wanted to make this my personal choice, to be Catholic and to be serious about it.” But, as she graduated from college, she still had her doubts. “I wasn’t sure that God wanted me to be a sister and totally give myself to Him, and I thought, ‘I need to investigate this more’ [. . .] I didn’t know a whole lot about religious life. Even though I’d read a little bit, you can only know so much by reading about something.” She decided to start visiting different communities to learn more about their way of life. She was interested in the Dominicans who she considered an intellectual group. During her visit, she found that it was not the right fit. At her older sister’s urging, she began researching a Franciscan community in Connecticut. “And I was like, ‘Connecticut, I don’t want to live in Connecticut, I don’t want to be Franciscan.’ [. . .] But I thought, ‘Okay, I’ll take the risk, I’ll visit them.’” Once she made the trip out east and started interacting with the community, she describes it as love at first sight. She noticed how each sister was unique and was able to use her specific gifts in different ministries. “I think one fear that I had about religious life was that I would be a ‘cookie-cutter nun.’ I had this idea that all sisters were the same.” She also liked the fact that the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist wear a habit. “I really liked the visible sign of the commitment that you’d made. Not so much for us, but for people to know who you are, and if they do want to connect with God in some way, maybe you can be a conduit for that. The habit helps facilitate that.” So she packed her things and headed east. The entire process of formation for her community is ten years. “This is something a lot of people don’t understand, they think that if you’re going to be a sister you just jump into the habit, you just fully jump into that way of life, but it’s a long process of discernment.”
She says as she ended each phase of formation she felt strongly that she wanted to enter the next phase. Last August, she made her final vows, her life commitment. There was a need for new members in her community out in Oregon, so once again she packed up and followed her calling. “We made inquiries into what teaching [jobs] might be available and worked out that Central had a part time position that needed to be filled. “It’s amazing to see all the sisters’ pictures in the [Sister Maureen Kalsch] Conference Room and just to think about being a part of that heritage, of teaching and religious life here [at Central Catholic]. It’s humbling to think about all that the sisters here have done.” Sister Grace Marie dove right into her new role at Central Catholic. In addition to teaching, she is a member of the Campus Ministry team, helps plan liturgies, and is one of the staff members who assists with the Students for Life Club. She says she sees a lot of faith on our campus. “There is a real desire to be a Catholic school. Our mission, so to speak, is not simply to impart information to our students but to impart a sense of being loved by God and hopefully an invitation to respond to that love.” She feels that the community here really works to develop each student’s gifts while also helping them mature into a good person and someone who is aware of their spiritual side. And to those students who are thinking about exploring the path of religious life, she says: “Stay open to [the idea] and develop some habits of prayer. Try to be a person who is able to pray quietly even for five minutes a day. We really do discover ourselves and our vocations in the silence of being able to listen to God. He speaks to everyone in different ways. But, if we have too many things going on in our lives, and too many distractions, it’s difficult to go deeper. Stay open. Don’t be afraid. If it is your call, you will be happy to follow it.” We are grateful Sister followed her calling to teach at Central Catholic so our students can personally experience religious life, right within their own classrooms. Spring 2018 |5
Winter weather arrived in late February this year, closing campus for two and a half days.
Campus Highlights
Students throw the “CC” with Diversity and Inclusion Assembly guest speaker Michael Benitez, Jr.
Finn Mooney ‘20 and his mom Aimee enjoy their time together at the Mother Son Mass and Brunch.
Cast and crew of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat gather for a picture before opening night.
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Llaelyn Sierra-Cortez ‘18 and Erwin Kim ‘20 were selected as Oregon Music Education Association All-State Musicians.
Brian Moran ’77, Lizzy Moran ’18, and Msgr. Tim Murphy ’58 smile for a picture at the Father Daughter Dance.
Boys’ Swim took third in State! This is the best performance at the state meet in school history.
Our Robotics team, Rotor Rampage, has been hard at work this winter preparing for different tournaments around the city!
Constitution Team Earns Third at State Competition Congratulations to the Central Catholic Constitution Team for placing third at the We the People State Competition. The competition was held in January at the Mark Hatfield Federal Courthouse in downtown Portland. This was the sixth year a Central Catholic team has participated. “The Rams bested teams from Franklin, Cleveland, and Lake Oswego high schools and were reportedly ‘in the hunt’ for second place,” said team leader and teacher Geoff Stuckart. The Oregon We the People competition is generally considered to be the toughest in the nation. Oregon teams have won the national competition five out of the last six years and have ranked nationally in the top ten for over a decade. The We the People program focuses on public speaking and knowledge of government and the U.S. Constitution. Teams are divided into six units, each of which learns about a different aspect of government and the Constitution (e.g. historical, philosophical roots, Bill of Rights, etc.). Students in each unit prepare four-minute responses to questions provided several months in advance. At the competition, each unit presents its prepared responses, then answers six minutes of follow-up questions from a panel of competition judges. In addition to class time, students prepare by working with volunteer attorneys for several hours each week.
Peter Tooley ’19 captured a Gold Key Award for his photograph, “Through the Looking Glass.”
Photographers Capture Awards It was a fantastic year for Central Catholic students who entered the regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. We had seven students recognized with a Gold Key for their photography. Seven more students received Silver Keys. And sixteen students were given an Honorable Mention for their art work. The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the nation’s largest, longestrunning, most prestigious visual and literary arts program recognizing creative accomplishments of students. The competition recognizes the vision, ingenuity, and talent of young artists and provides an opportunity for creative teens to be celebrated. Students who received a Gold Key had their work exhibited at the Pacific Northwest College of Art in February. To see all of the Gold Key winning photos, visit our website.
Central Catholic also offers a non-competitive Constitution Club for students who were unable to enroll in the Constitution Team class. This year, the club has 14 students participating. Geoff Stuckart and the ConTeam extend a big thank you to these groups of teachers and volunteers who are supporting the next generation of students learning about our government, civic engagement, and civil discourse: • Thirteen attorney coaches have donated hundreds of hours since August, meeting with students to help them prepare. • Thirty-four different guest judges volunteered their time with ConTeam and ConClub. • At the December dress rehearsal, 23 guest judges, including a record 11 ConTeam alums, helped improve students’ shared understanding of the Constitution and democratic ideals.
This photo, titled “Dangle,” was taken by Morgan Olsen ’18 from the bottom of an empty swimming pool.
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The twangs of an electric guitar, taps of a snare drum, and audio spikes of a microphone fill Revolution Hall, the renovated auditorium of the old Washington High School in southeast Portland. Around seventy Central Catholic students fill the first three rows of seats as they wait their turn for a sound check. Act by act they take the stage, preparing for the biggest night in Open Mic Night (OMN) history. Open Mic Night is an opportunity for young artists at Central Catholic to share their talents and perform in front of an audience. Now a tradition at the school, twenty years ago the event was just an idea beginning to take shape. “Twenty years ago I was a counselor at Central Catholic,” Aron Homberg explains from the Revolution Hall stage. A guitar is strapped around his shoulder and he is casually strumming as he talks into the microphone. “I used to keep a guitar in my office for kids to come noodle around with. Two seniors from the class of 1998, Nick Miranda and Bryan Bingold, two guys who loved to play the guitar, wanted a venue to play. Mr. Blickle and I were working on trying to provide opportunities and activities for kids and we came up with this idea. “Picture the Performing Arts Center (PAC) stage with no set on it, nothing. We couldn’t even afford a microphone. It was Open Mic without a Mic. Bare stage. I remember Nick coming out. He sat down, hat down, won’t even look at the crowd. It was the first time he had played outside of his basement, I think. They needed a chaperone and I told them under one condition: I’d get to play,” Homburg says, right before he launches into playing a song. Nicholas Miranda ’98 also remembers the rag-tag beginning of Open Mic Night. “I remember some of the early ones. It was maybe ten people. It was really just Bryan (Bingold ’98), John (Crippen ’98), and me and slowly word got out and other performers and singer-songwriters got on board and it spread from there.”
OPEN MIC NIGHT CELEBRATING 20 YEARS!
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During the 1999–2000 school year, foreign languages teacher Philippe Kreiter took over as moderator of the event. He remembers a lot of metal bands and rappers in those early years. “It was really the alternative crowd. It was a very tight and cohesive group that worked very hard to make it happen.”
He’s been the moderator of Open Mic Night ever since, watching the event ebb and flow through periods of growth and decline. Then about eight years ago, a former student returned to campus as the Music Director and really started raising the bar: Chris McLean ’94 was on a mission to elevate the performing arts at his alma mater. Since Chris’ arrival, Open Mic Night has grown in terms of the number of performers and acts. “When I first started, there would be bands that would play two or three songs because they had the time and there would be performers that would play several different solo acts. Now students are limited to one solo (feature) act because we have so many students eager to perform!” And, the event has also grown in terms of crowd size. In December, chaperones had to turn people away because the PAC was at capacity. These days, students, parents, and friends of Central Catholic Fine Arts are all flocking to attend the event. Chris and others also credit one particular class at Central Catholic with raising the caliber of performances at Open Mic Night. “The goal of Music Production Class is to prepare students to go out and make money performing music,” Chris says. “Learn about how to perform in public, set up a stage, write songs, record, market yourself, and become a better musician.” One of the project assignments is to perform at OMN. “There, they’d get more experience performing, setting up, and rehearsing. We would then critique the experience (the good, as well as what to improve) as a class after every performance.” Another crucial component to their success is the student leaders who have been involved. “Philippe and I have been blessed with several incredibly talented and hardworking student leaders,” Chris says. The OMN leadership takes on a big role in organizing each event. They sign up and organize the acts, do promotion throughout the school, decide on themes, emcee the event, and set up, run, and tear down the show. Sammy Longo ’18 is one of the behind-thescenes leaders. She admits that she’s not very musically inclined but has a passion for planning. She loved attending OMN when she was a freshman. So when her then French I teacher, Mr. Kreiter, told the class about different ways they could get
involved in Open Mic Night Club, she knew it was something she wanted to pursue her sophomore year. “I have an appreciation for the arts and the artists at our school. I had friends that were participating in Open Mic Night. I saw [getting involved in OMN] as a way to support them and the community. This is their place, this is their field, this is their playoff game. So I thought this was an interesting thing that I could do to help,” Sammy says. If we continue with the sports metaphor, you might look at our Open Mic Night at Revolution Hall as the State Championship game.
••• Row by row, Revolution Hall starts filling up. As the top of the show gets nearer, the decision is made to open the upstairs balcony. More than 600 people packed the hall. As the house lights dimmed, students took the stage and stood proudly in the spotlight. Chris described the event as incredible from beginning to end. Around 70 student performers were organized into 23 acts. Performances included Central Catholic’s a capella group the Ramaphones, a ukulele club called the St. Cecilia Society, the CC Jazz Band, and numerous solo and ensemble acts. “Each act was overflowing with talent - and it was especially fun to watch students put together acts with multiple instruments and back-up singers,” said McLean. “For many, taking the stage was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but for others, this night was the first of many in their musical career. I’m so proud of what Central Catholic can do for aspiring musicians.” Looking ahead after the momentous occasion, Phillipe hopes OMN doesn’t lose its amateur edge. “(I want to still have) those kids who are taking a risk, those kids who are for the first time ever getting up in front of people and doing something. That Open Mic feel. I don’t want to totally lose that.” Chris agrees, “We will continue to create every OMN to be intimate, personable, positive, and fun. We will continue to feature new artists and treat everyone equally.” Pictured: OMN performers through the years. Spring 2018 |9
Alumni Profile:
Andrea Bemis By Kate Bethell ‘03
Oftentimes we’re told to dream big, especially during commencement speeches or in encouraging pep talks throughout high school. But what if you’re not sure what your dream is or how big it could possibly be? Suffering from intense anxiety as a freshman at Central Catholic, cookbook author and farmer Andrea (Lieberg) Bemis ’02 quickly found solace in the office of guidance counselor Chuck Blickle, who helped calm her worries, fears, and nerves, while bolstering her confidence and assuring her not everyone is on the same path in life. In no way a cliché for Bemis, she held onto these words as she exited the doors of 24th and Stark and followed the common trail from high school to college, only to realize that it was not the road for her. “Academia was never my strong suit, and Central was a fine fit for me, but I went to college for a year and dropped out,” Bemis said. “It was not for me. Chuck always was somebody that encouraged me to not necessarily follow the traditional path — even though Central is a college prep school — he was really encouraging, saying, ‘A traditional college is probably not the best fit for you… you’re so good at all these other things.’” In the spirit of “Once a Ram, always a Ram,” Blickle and Bemis remained in touch, and he helped guide her through the years following her closed door on university life. “I credit Chuck for so much,” she said. “I remember talking to him after dropping out and he said, ‘You’re not a quitter, that just wasn’t for you, and it’s okay — there are so many other options out there.’” Bemis set to work exploring her options and eventually enrolled in beauty school at the Aveda Institute. This might come as a surprise if you know about Bemis’ story and current life as a farmer, but Bemis said it helped unlock a strong desire in her to be doing physical labor. “I liked it because I have dyslexia, and it’s so nice to learn when you’re doing hands-on work,” she said. “So it was really nice to be in a classroom where everything was practical, and we were learning with our hands.” After three or four years of administering facials, Bemis realized it wasn’t the best fit for her, though the job allowed her to move around and live in different cities, which she enjoyed. After working in a spa in Bend for a year, she said she got burnt out on this career route and started working at a running store. She and her then-boyfriend-
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now-husband Taylor loved living in Central Oregon because of the outdoor lifestyle, but they were approaching their late-20s and searching for something more fulfilling. “Bend is great — we love the outdoors — we’re able to run, bike, ski, hike… do all this awesome stuff, and we were just living to have fun.” Out on a hike one summer day, a eureka moment came about through a most unlikely scenario: while eating a blueberry. (Not just any berry, however, this batch hailed from her husband’s family’s East Coast organic farm.) In that instant, Bemis said, “I was like, ‘These are the best thing I’ve ever eaten… I want a different life.’” What Bemis didn’t know was that Taylor had been fantasizing about returning to his family’s farm, but didn’t think she would go for it. Growing up, he had no interest in farming, but as he gained perspective and more life experience, he began to think it might be a good fit for him, too. “We called his dad that night to see if there would be positions for us if we wanted to learn how to farm, and he said, ‘Of course,’” Bemis said. “We literally were on this hike, ate some blueberries, and packed our bags two weeks later. “We’re also very aware — and I tell people this — that we were very, very fortunate that we had a place to go and farm. We didn’t have to buy land right away. We had family that could take us in while we got settled. We were in a unique and fortunate situation that I’m really grateful for.” The couple worked the large-scale farming operation for three years, and during this time, Bemis began blogging to share her stories with her family back home. She wanted her dad to be proud of her toughness: out working the fields and lugging around hundreds of pounds of potatoes. And she wanted her mom to see the recipes she was whipping up at the end of the day, crediting the fresh crops for her creativity and finding inspiration while working the land. Neither a writer nor a cook, Bemis improved in both arenas through her dedication and consistent efforts. “I have not always been a writer, and [as previously mentioned] I’m actually dyslexic, so writing has always been a challenge. In my head I can write, but as soon as it’s pen to paper or typing it out, my words can get a little flustered; but starting a blog is what really
challenged me in a really good way to keep writing and to get a little more efficient with it. “Learning to cook was a means of connecting to all the vegetables we were growing,” she said. “[…] When I first started experimenting, I always joke my creations come to me midheat stroke on an August day in the fields. […] My creativity comes from being outside and around all the ingredients, but for the most part, my cooking is pretty basic — still very flavorful but nothing too crazy.” After a few years of laborious work on the farm, the couple decided to take their experience and savings and move back to Oregon to give farming a go on their own terms, on a much smaller scale. They were incredibly thorough about each step of the process, knowing they needed a patch of land in an area close enough to a big city so they had somewhere to market their produce. “It’s really scary to invest in land with Mother Nature as your boss — it’s kind of the stupidest thing to trust in her,” Bemis said. “We were pretty thoughtful about that process because the stakes are too high.” After leasing land in the Columbia Gorge for a year to test the waters and ensure they could actually grow produce in this area, they purchased their current property, Tumbleweed Farm, on the northeast flank of Mt. Hood and went all-in on their dream. The Bemises started selling their crops as Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes, which is their main source of income as farmers. Bemis continued to blog and create recipes as an outlet after arduous days on the farm, and her readership grew well beyond her family and friends. She has a faithful following of fans devoted to reading her farm diary entries and anxiously awaiting inspiration on how to use in-season produce in interesting ways. In 2014, when new farming challenges presented themselves almost daily (think crop devastation, destruction by way of deer, and figuring out proper irrigation, among countless other worries), a literary agent approached Bemis because of her blog and asked her if she’d be interested in writing a memoirstyle cookbook, telling her farm stories and cataloging seasonal recipes for curious home cooks. For about a year-and-a-half, Bemis worked on a book proposal featuring new recipes not already on her site. In addition to her stories and innovative recipes, Bemis also provided all of the photography for the book.
followers last year, and Bemis continues to write, photograph, and invent new recipes on her website. Although adding published author to her resumé is quite an accomplishment, Bemis is quick to remind people she’s a farmer first, and her dreams revolve around plants and not pages. “I get the most satisfaction when somebody says my recipes or my cookbook encouraged them to join a CSA. I don’t care if it’s my CSA, I’m just stoked that they’re supporting a small farmer somewhere else in the country. If I can keep creating recipes using vegetables that grow easily in a lot of parts of the country and get people excited to cook with them that would make me very happy.” So would this farmer change anything about her years as an apprehensive adolescent? “In high school, specifically, I struggled so much with anxiety that I think that if I would have been outside and doing physical labor and tangible things like growing vegetables, I would have been a little less anxious.” And what would she say to those who are dreaming big — whether or not they know their path to true purpose? “Find your people! Find your village — whether you want to get into farming or you want to get into design work — find those people and learn from them. I think that no matter what it is — if you want to change the course of what you’re doing, if it doesn’t feel right, do a little research and find people who are doing what you want to do and go search for them, ask questions. See if you can intern or work for people who are doing what you’re interested in.” For Andrea Bemis, there is a reason Central Catholics’s guidance counselor Chuck Blickle is one of a handful of people she thanked in the acknowledgements of her cookbook. He was one of her first “people,” encouraging her and helping her to find that dream that ended up down a dirt road in the opposite direction of the predictable path.
Dishing Up the Dirt: Simple Recipes for Cooking Through the Seasons hit bookstore shelves and landed in the kitchens of Bemis’ Spring 2018 |11
The Gritzmacher Endowed Family Scholarship “As a family, we’d like to give back to the community that has given so much to us,” says Dana (Gritzmacher) McElligott ’87. We sat down with Dana to talk about what this community means to a family that now boasts three generations of Rams and about the endowed scholarship that bears her family’s name. First, some Gritzmacher family history: Donald ’62 met his wife, Diane, a 1962 St. Mary’s Academy graduate, while they were in high school. They married shortly thereafter and raised four children who are all Central Catholic grads, Don ’83, Doug ’84, Dana ’87, and Danielle ’97. “Central is so important to my family, that when my parents celebrated their fiftieth anniversary three years ago, my siblings and our spouses organized a big family weekend down in Lincoln City. We needed a way for us to all get there without them knowing. So we did this huge scavenger hunt to keep them occupied in the Portlandarea. Guess where the first stop was: Central Catholic! They renewed their wedding vows with their maid of honor and their best man who was also a graduate of Central Catholic. Msgr. Murphy witnessed their vows right there in the chapel. It was awesome!” 12 | Central Catholic Magazine
It was around the time of this family milestone that the group began to talk about creating a family scholarship at Central Catholic. They discussed the deep appreciation they all share for their Central Catholic education and the opportunities a faith-based education brought to their lives and the lives of their children.
other levels; faith, education, athletics, you name it. It’s just been such a well-rounded experience.” The family set their sights on funding an endowed scholarship in their family’s name that would create a legacy in the community they love so much and make Catholic education more affordable for a current student.
“As a working class family, our parents made immense sacrifices to make our Catholic education a priority,” Dana said.
“We were so proud of our kids for coming up with the idea of a family scholarship as our way of giving back to Central Catholic,” says Diane Gritzmacher. “CC represents both strong Catholic values and family values. It represents diversity in the students that attend and the classes that are available. It represents the kind of world we would like to pass on to others in the community. [. . .] CC is more than a Catholic high school. It’s a family.”
“I think my parents did a really good job making sure we understood the value of what we were receiving and, therefore, expected us to work hard and do our bit. My brothers painted classrooms at Central Catholic, we greased lockers during the summer. Back in the day, they didn’t call it work study, but basically you worked (at the school) to pay some of your tuition. I think watching our parents and ourselves get through that and value it, we always said when we get to a place in life where we can give back, this is the institution we want to give to.” In 2014, Dana took the families’ intentions to the Development Office. “[Being a part of this school] has been so much more than an education. It’s been truly like community that has reached us at so many
Pictured above, left to right: Michael ’10, Alyssa ’09, Cassi ’07, Danielle ’97, Dana ’87, Doug ’84, Don ’83, and Don Sr. ’62.
If you would like to learn more about setting up an Endowed Scholarship at Central Catholic, please contact Mike Pinder ’77, Director of Development 503.230.1056 mikepinder@centralcatholichigh.org.
Development Updates Annual Appeal
It is with a sense of genuine gratitude that we give this update on the Annual Appeal. We are humbled that support of Central Catholic is growing every year and we especially thank all who have made gifts this school year. 2017-2018 Annual Appeal Goal $1.8 million Received to date $1.7 million We are reconnecting with more and more of our alumni through social media and mailings and we are touched by their loyalty to their alma mater here at 24th and Stark. It’s not too late! The $400,000 OCF Joseph E. Weston Public Foundation challenge is still available to match all gifts made to Central Catholic’s endowment or to the tuition assistance fund by June 30, 2018. You can mail your gift to 2401 SE Stark St. or make a gift online at centralcatholichigh.org. Our students are a very worthwhile investment. We are sure you will agree.
Endowment
The value of the Central Catholic endowment fund as of February 28, 2018 was $14.2 million. A portion of the interest earned each year is distributed to the school in the form of scholarships, tuition assistance, and assistance with areas of greatest need. The distribution for the 2018-2019 school year is a record $550,803. Of this total, $467,521 will directly benefit our families through financial aid and scholarships. The remaining $83,282, earned through the Legacy Endowment, will assist with areas of greatest need. As the endowment fund grows each year, we will continue to see a rewarding return on our investment that can only be measured by our real investment: the students who benefit from endowment gifts. Thank you to all who support Central Catholic!
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The student fundraiser brought in over $175,000 in donations and pledges for tuition assistance. The students’ hard work in raising funds was rewarded on Celebration Day: • Thirty-seven students earned their wings and flew to Disneyland for the day • Over 800 students had the opportunity to enjoy a double-feature at Canby Cinemas, thanks to Central Catholic graduate Chuck Nakvasil ’53, who generously donated his theater to Central Catholic for the day • Nearly 30 students chose to spend their day performing service at various sites around Portland What a great way to celebrate as a community! Thank you to all who supported this annual cause.
Thank You $500+ Patron Level Sponsors: Melissa Bauer Renee ’83 and Scott Baumgartner Jerry Beall Michael Bigelow Dan and Amanda Blaufus Carol Borowski Linsey Canney Bill and Mary Cone Corinthian Textiles Kieran Curley Curriculum Associates Mitchell and Laura Dietz Environmentally Conscious Recycling Mason Evans and Mary McNeill-Evans Judy Evers Micah Fletcher Jean Furchner DeWayne and Holle Galyon Eric ’69 and Chris Gambee Lee and Eleanor Gibby Glenn and Peg Giere David Gilmore Rob Goodman David ’87 and Julie ’87 Gorretta Robert and Pauline Goyette
James and Lijing Gradoville Margaret Gratton and Bruce Turner Greentree Enterprises, Inc. dba McDonald’s John and Maureen Haines Elliott and Gina Hill John Holley and Candace Newland-Holley Horne Audio Matt ’88 and Chrissy Horne Kevin Howard Tom and Karen Hughes Bill Hunt ’66 Brent ’72 and Mary Jacobs Suzanne and Allen Jinkins Carl and Monique Johnsen Tal and Patti Johnson Kehoe Northwest Properties Ray ’62 and Judy Kelly John and Lisa Kern Greg ’65 and Polly Kocher Mike and Jeanette Kuiawa John Lance ’86 and Kellie Chauncey-Lance Jimmy Lei Tony ’62 and Heidi Leineweber
Frank ’79 and Nicole Leipzig Sharon Lenz Jerry and Connie Mason Bill ’80 and Tiffany Mathews Mark ’73 and Amy Mathews Mindy Mayer Richard D. Mercer, DMD Dan and Molly Jo Mullen Nike Inc. Paul and Marilyn O’Rourke Paul and Meghan O’Rourke Jeff and Susie Perkins Mary Beth Pinder ’85 Robert Pinder Lisa Powell David Rees Mark and Char Riley Nathan and Michelle Shaffer Sheridan Fruit Co. John Sherrett ’68 Calvin and Hannelore Swartley Pat ’73 and Susan Terrell Randy Turner Dick ’58 and Chris White Daniel Zuckerman Zupan’s Markets Spring 2018 |13
Alumni Updates In Memory Msgr. Arthur Paul Dernbach ’44 March 17, 2018 Norman Dale Tschida ’48 March 2, 2018 Dean Lawrence Vaillancourt ‘48 March 3, 2018 Eric Ueland ’84 was nominated by President Trump to become Under Secretary of State for Management. When he is confirmed by the Senate, he will oversee the budget and dayto-day operations of the entire international relations agency.
Kara Barkdoll ’11 has joined the staff at San Diego State as the Volleyball Operations Assistant. She graduated from Cal State San Marcos in 2015 and is currently pursuing a master’s in coaching and athletic administration from Concordia Irvine.
Gerald Frederick Fitzgerald ’49 January 8, 2018 Larry Richard Moyer ’49 February 22, 2018 Gerald Anthony Weber ’49 January 27, 2018 Wilbur “Bill” Morrison Bolton ‘50 March 9, 2018 Raymond L. Mosbrucker ’50 December 1, 2017 Dr. Michael Joseph Miller ’51 February 12, 2018 Rev. Alexander T. Plasker, OSB ’52 February 7, 2018
Julie (Kugel) Blank ’03 and husband Jared welcomed a son, Carter, on September 9, 2017.
We are excited to share that a familiar face is now on staff in the Athletic Office. Andrew Green ‘13 graduated last May from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in marketing and became the Athletic Director Assistant in August.
Gordon Willis Bradford ’55 November 18, 2017 Frank Joseph Mikesh ’55 August 9, 2017 Michael Edward Roddy ’56 December 29, 2017 Victor Francis Mangini ’58 December 20, 2017 Burton Joseph “B.J.” Smith ’59 January 10, 2018 Thomas Fredrick Basgen ’60 December 18, 2017
Nate Ford ’08 was back on campus this winter as a student teacher. He is finishing his masters in teaching at Concordia University.
Marriages
It was a Ramily affair in July as Arianna Nassib ’08 married Rafik Fouad. Concelebrating were Msgr. Richard Paperini ’69, Msgr. Tim Murphy ’58, and Fr. Woody McCallister ’78. We can’t forget their photographer, Cari (Gehlan) Nolte ’02, who is also a grad.
Wayne Thomas Jordan ‘65 March 10, 2018 Craig Raymond Hills ’72 January 24, 2018 Anthony Louis Cozzetto ’74 February 7, 2018 Robert James Zeller ’80 December 21, 2017
Elena Pinder ‘08 and Robb Bliven February 10, 2018 St. Patrick Church • Portland, Oregon
Douglas Christopher Rentz ’85 January 9, 2018
Jason Kempster ’97 and Lisa Barker February 24, 2018 Our Lady of the Rosary Church San Diego, California
Thomas Michael Mackin ’04 February 24, 2018
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Steven Martin LaMere ’90 February 19, 2018
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Class of 1967
The graduating classes of 1948, 1958, and 1968 will gather on Saturday, August 4 at Central Catholic to celebrate their 70th, 60th, and 50th reunions respectively. Invitations will be mailed and online registration will open June 1. Take a step back in time as you browse through yearbooks and Rampart newspapers and visit with classmates you may not have seen since graduation!
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5:00 p.m: Reception • 6:00 p.m: Buffet Dinner • 7:30 p.m: Campus Tour $50 per person • Spouses/guests welcome Dress: Business Casual
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Ram Open 2018
Please join us for the Ram Open on Friday, August 3. The tournament will be held at Heron Lakes Golf Course and begins at noon with a shotgun start. Put together your foursome and register online, beginning June 1. $150 per person • $600 per foursome.
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For more information, please contact: Director of Events, Luciana Fischer ‘88 at lfischer@centralcatholichigh.org or 503.230.1056.
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Legacy Luncheon The Central Catholic Development Office hosted a Legacy Society Luncheon in January. The gathering allowed us to celebrate the generosity of our Legacy Society donors and reconnect with them here on campus in the newest section of the school, the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center. The Legacy Society recognizes those who provide for Central Catholic through their will, estate plan, life income agreement, or other planned gift arrangements. Membership in the Legacy Society is dependent on the type of gift plan, not the amount of the gift.
since I was very young, and I have grown from sorting food at St. Vincent de Paul, to traveling to the Dominican Republic for a mission trip last summer. Throughout the years, service has taught me to share the gifts I receive in my life with others. It has also taught me how to truly appreciate what people have done for me and many of my friends.” Gabby said. Before the meal, Msgr. Murphy ’58 addressed the group and offered a prayer. It so reflects our sentiments about the occasion that we want to share it with you:
Gabby is a third generation Ram. Her grandfather, Jim, graduated in 1956, her dad, Matt, graduated in 1988 and has worked at Central Catholic since 2001. Gabby told the group what a privilege it has been to attend Central Catholic and spoke about the opportunities it has presented to her, from leadership roles on student council, to competing on eight sports teams, and traveling to the Dominican Republic to perform service.
This morning’s Oregonian ran a front page article about a man named Gary Carlson, unknown to most, until this morning, anonymous to the Portland community. Not now. He has gifted Oregon State University to the tune of $50 million dollars, with the intent of enhancing the school’s veterinary medicine college. He’s a southern California dermatologist who graduated from OSU in 1974, whose gift will enable the university to double the size of its animal hospital and recruit and keep highlevel faculty in the animal medicine field. OSU plans to rename the college in his honor, which it has not done for any other of its ten academic colleges on campus.
“Service to others is important to the many alumni and donors to our Central Catholic community, and it is also very important to me. I have been performing service
Trimmed a bit, we could claim the same here, in this space. Both Carlson, for his named space and our named space person, who might prefer the
President Colin McGinty welcomed visitors to the Weston Commons and senior Gabby Horne spoke to the group about the impact contributions to Central Catholic have had on her life.
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name anonymous, [Joe Weston ’56] for the recognition. Yet, it’s flesh and blood that bring life to the space, and so there are named sites, here, at OSU, and elsewhere, to identify a sense of stewardship when carried out in the spirit of the gospel. Today, we gather and pray for and with those who have thought of Central Catholic in a similar light. Our prayer is for gratitude and in petition that the spirit of giving and its potential to ring true in the future will continue to carry this community in its many days ahead. We offer this prayer on behalf of those who have benefited and will continue to benefit because of the goodness of those whose vision looks to the future, for all its potential. We offer this prayer and share this time together in Jesus’ name. Amen. We sincerely thank all who joined us at the Legacy Luncheon. We pray for them and for everyone who is making plans to join the Legacy Society in the future. Mark your calendar for next year’s luncheon, which will be held on January 17, 2019. To learn more about how you can invest in the future of Central Catholic High School contact Mike Pinder ’77, Director of Development: 503.230.1056 or mikepinder@centralcatholichigh.org.
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PRESIDENTS’ DINNER AND AUCTION Mark your calendars for the Twenty-Third Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction on April 28, 2018. This year’s auction will be held on campus, celebrating Central Catholic’s 78 years of faith, community, and education. In addition to a silent and live auction, there will also be various raffles, including a Golden Ticket to select the live auction item of your choice!
Central Catholic Raffles Purchase tickets online: centralcatholichigh.org or call 503.230.1056.
There are many ways you can be a part of Roman Holiday:
• Attend the Auction: You simply can’t go wrong when it comes to
spending an evening with the Central Catholic community. Tickets are $150 per person or $1,500 for a table of 10.
• Auction Sponsor: When the auction is underwritten, all proceeds directly benefit students and their families. There are many levels of sponsorship including $2,500, $5,000, $10,000, and $20,000. Sponsorship packages include recognition in the catalog, on social media, and throughout the night of the auction.
• Catalog Advertisement: Promote your business! Ads range from
business card size to full-page. Even families can purchase full-page ads to show their love and support of Central Catholic.
• Donate Items: We are looking for everything from gift cards to
vacation homes, and Blazers tickets to airline tickets. Ask a restaurant you frequent or a friend who owns a business; most people are willing to donate to a cause they believe in.
• Volunteer: Join a committee, work on mailings, or help set up on
the day of the auction. No matter what you do, you will be working with people just like yourself who are dedicated to making Central Catholic’s Roman Holiday a huge success.
Visit centralcatholichigh.org to purchase tickets, a sponsorship package, an ad, or to donate an item.
Questions?
Contact Luciana Fischer ’88, Director of Events: 503.230.1056 ext. 1229 or lfischer@centralcatholichigh.org
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2.0-Liter BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 6.5”Center Screen 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve Engine Rear View Camera Driving Dynamics Control Heated Front Seats 8-Speed STEPTRONIC Automatic Transmission Automatic Climate Control with Adaptive Transmission Control BMW Ultimate CareTM iDrive System with On-board Computer CITY MPG 23 • HWY MPG 34
$100 per ticket • 1,000 tickets to be sold • MSRP: $38,045
Dream Vacation
CREATE MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME! Book an adventure with your prepaid travel voucher worth $5,000 to be used toward expenses associated with a trip:
air • travel • hotel • tours $25 per ticket • 2,000 tickets to be sold Retail Value: $5,000
Drawing will be held at Central Catholic High School April 28, 2018 • 9:30 p.m. • Need not be present to win! Winners are subject to all Federal and State income taxes based on the market value of the prizes awarded. Winners must supply their social security number and fill out a W-9 form to claim their prize.
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Upcoming Events April 2
Easter Monday Holiday
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Easter Season Liturgy 9:40 a.m., East Gym
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1 Graduation 7:00 p.m. UP Chiles Center
3 Ram Open Golf Tournament Noon Shotgun Start Heron Lakes Golf Course
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Endowed Scholarships Breakfast 8:00 a.m.
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Class of 1948 70 Year Reunion 5:00 p.m. Cafeteria
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End of the Year Liturgy 9:40 a.m. East Gym
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Memorial Day Holiday No School
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Class of 1958 60 Year Reunion 5:00 p.m. Cafeteria
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Senior Awards Assembly 9:30 a.m. East Gym
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Class of 1968 50 Year Reunion 5:00 p.m. Cafeteria
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Baccalaureate Mass
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