Summer 2023 by Central Catholic Magazine

Central Catholic magazine Summer 2023

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Friday, August 4, 2023 Glendoveer Golf Course • Noon Shotgun Start Four-person scramble with boxed lunch and swag bag followed by the awards dinner. Cost: $150 per person/$600 per foursome Register today: centralcatholichigh.org Thank you to our presenting sponsor:

Who are those gals anyway? Who are these students? Identify the individuals above, submit your guess, and the winner will be chosen in a random drawing in August. Contact Sara Wright, Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement with your guess: swright@centralcatholichigh.org or 503.230.1056 ext. 1243.

There are more opportunities for sponsorship! Contact Sara Wright, Director of Alumni and Parent Engagement, at 503.230.1056 ext. 1243 or swright@centralcatholichigh.org for more details on sponsorship opportunities.

Save the Date! Marquee Reunions

Congratulations to Erica Zanella-Ourso ’84 who correctly identified the members of the State Championship Central Catholic Women’s Golf Team of 1983 and their coach. Pictured are, back row L-R, Tim Ramstad, Sally Leineweber ’85, Trish Maly ’84, Vicki Harms ’84, Maureen Brennan ’84, front row L-R Maria Galati ’85, Renee Mack ’83, and Lara Mack ’84.

R E U N I O N S

All Classes of the 1940s Classes of 1942-1949 70-Year Reunion Class of 1953 60-Year Reunion Class of 1963 50-Year Reunion Class of 1973 40-Year Reunion Class of 1983

August 5, 2023 • 3:00-6:00 p.m. Central Catholic Campus Appetizers | Drinks | Photos | Campus Tours Register online: centralcatholichigh.org/alumni/reunions

Central Catholic magazine Summer 2023

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On the Cover

Central Catholic celebrated its 82nd Commencement on June 12, 2023 at Hillsboro Stadium. Read about the Class of 2023 and all of their accomplishments on page 6.

Volume 30 • Number 2 • Summer 2023 Central Catholic Magazine is a publication of Central Catholic High School 2401 SE Stark Street • Portland, Oregon 97214 503.230.1056 • centralcatholichigh.org

Twenty-Eighth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction Page 3

Leadership Msgr. Timothy Murphy ’58, President Emeritus Colin McGinty, President Danyelle Ramsey, Principal Ellie Dir, Vice President of Advancement Board of Directors Molly Paustian ’85, Chair Dena Dooney ’88 Dave Gorretta ’87 Mike Laber Colin McGinty Phil Moran ’76 Connie Ozyjowski Sarah Petrone ’94 Peter Rauch ’95 Paul Scarlett Jo Willhite, Ex-Officio Publisher/Layout and Design Jolyn Winczewski Director of Scholarships and Publications Contributing Writers Ellie Dir Dena Dooney ’88 Alaina Hill Jasmin Ruiz Sara Wright

Campus Highlights Page 4

Student Profile: Jahad Hudson ’23 Page 5

Editing Team Ellie Dir Cindy Hart Alaina Hill Elaine Payne Jasmin Ruiz Sara Wright Contributing Photographers Brett Brown Seth Colner GradImages

Celebrating the Class of 2023 Page 6

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. Notice of non-discrimination as it applies to students and employees at Central Catholic High School:

Central Catholic High School admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school administered programs. Likewise, Central Catholic High School does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or gender.

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WELCOME MESSAGE

CENTRAL CATHOLIC YEAR OF THE WOMAN

Celebrating 40 Years of Alumnae Dear Central Catholic Community,

In 1993, I responded to a Central Catholic Magazine request to contact the school to learn more about the Central Catholic Alumni Association. John Shepard, Central Catholic’s Development Director at the time, called me back and invited me to lunch at Pal’s Shanty on Sandy Blvd. I had never met Mr. Shepard. He wasn’t working at Central Catholic between 1984-1988, when I was a student, but I could certainly understand why the popular Central Catholic alumni basketball tournament, The John Shepard Classic, was named after him. Just as when I was a student at Central Catholic, I felt welcomed and encouraged by Mr. Shepard to contribute my skills and give back. I had graduated from Central Catholic five years earlier, and after graduating from Santa Clara University, was just starting my career. I didn’t come from a big Catholic family, or have any special achievements or money to give, yet this charismatic, kind Central Catholic leader told me I belonged and he needed my help. That year, with Jon Myers ‘88, I helped plan our five-year reunion. Later, I joined the Alumni board, and in the spirit of establishing opportunities for women to have and build their alumni connections–like the men did with mostly male-attended alumni events–I co-founded the first annual Women’s Wine Tour in 1999. (Shout out to Tricia Hecht Glad ’91 and Carolyn Davey Schweitzer ‘85 who were on the first Women’s Wine Tour committee!) That first year, only four alumnae attended the Women’s Wine Tour, but by the third year, it was sold out and has continued to sell out every year since. In 2021, I was thrilled to have my daughter, Grace ’17, join the wine tour, marking the first year of two generations of alumnae on board. This fall, we will celebrate our 25th Women’s Wine Tour with a special gathering at Central Catholic followed by a visit to a local winery on Sunday, October 8. It’s no secret that Central Catholic is known for its welcoming community, and the Women’s Wine Tour has helped establish this sense of belonging and connection, for not just our alumnae, but for school moms and all the women in our community. Even if you’ve never attended the Women’s Wine Tour, I hope it feels good knowing you are always invited, and that the school is committed to strengthening our community of women. We are better together; men, women, and all people. I am proud to be a member of the Ramily and I hope you are too. Don’t hesitate to reach out and see how you can stay connected with our Ramily. Mr. Shepard and Pal’s Shanty are no longer with us, but their spirit lives on. You are always welcome, and you belong. Sincerely Yours,

Dena Dooney Dena Dooney ’88 Central Catholic Board of Directors Women’s Wine Tour Chair

Interested in getting involved? Contact Sara Wright at swright@centralcathlichigh.org. 2 | Central Catholic Magazine

2023 PRESIDENTS’ AUCTION

Twenty-Eighth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction

Rewind Rams - A Trip Back in Time to the 1980s Thank you for showing so much love and support for our students THANK YOU SPONSORS: during our Twenty-Eighth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction, Rewind Rams! The night was a celebration of our first co-ed graduating class and the ways in which women have benefited our community.

Our online auction opened two weeks prior to the live event, giving our community the opportunity to bid on packages such as vacation homes, wine tastings, gift certificates, and unique experiences. We are incredibly grateful to emcee, Crystal Thornton and auctioneer, Patrick Siver for joining this year. We also had the honor of welcoming Renee (Mack) Baumgartner ‘83 as our guest speaker. Crystal, Patrick, and Renee were a wonderful trio at our Rewind Rams celebration! We are grateful to the B.P., Lester, and Regina John Foundation for once again offering a $40,000 match for the Paddle Raise. The Central Catholic Board of Directors also offered a match of $9,800. In total, $190,000 was raised for tuition assistance! We offer a special thank you to our sponsors and advertisers, and to each of you who participated in this year’s Presidents’ Dinner and Auction. We were joined by nearly 300 guests at our in-person event and an additional 300 online bidders. We hope you will join us next year for the Twenty-Ninth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction on April 27, 2024. We look forward to seeing you there!

PLATINUM SPONSORS Matt Donegan Sause Bros.: Matt Hainley ’78 Joe Van Haverbeke ’58

GOLD SPONSORS

Hunt Painting: Bill Hunt ’66 and Stephen Hunt ’89 Northwest Pump & Equipment Co.: Mark Mathews ’73

SILVER SPONSORS

Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon Columbia Bank DDI Benefits: Dena Dooney ’88 Lara Media Services Miller Nash LLP University of Portland Wilson Rogers & Associates: Scott Wilson ’73

CHALLENGE MATCHES

B.P., Lester & Regina John Foundation Central Catholic Board of Directors

FULL PAGE ADVERTISERS

Northwest Control Company, Inc. | Boiler and Combustion Services Rocky Knoll Farm

HALF PAGE ADVERTISERS

Javier’s Tacos • Parr Lumber Co. Timmco Insurance: Susie ’95 and Derek Ames, Brian Timm ’98, John Timm ’68

BUSINESS CARD ADVERTISERS Blanchet House of Hospitality Illumninate Financial Group: Grahm Porozni Northwest Investment Counselors LLC Uniglobe Travel Partners - PNW Windermere Realty Trust

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CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS

Central Catholic’s Spring Musical, Sister Act, featured Laila Jones Vickers ’23 (left), starring as Sister Deloris, Quin Walsh ’24 (center), and Iona Lugton ’23 (right).

Members of the Class of 2023 share in a group activity during Senior Retreat.

Central Catholic’s 2023 Rose Festival Princess Sierra Dedmon ’23 (center) is congratulated by parents Brian Watson and Danielle Pritchett.

Matsen Saruwatari ’25 and English teacher Ben Lorentz match wits over a game of chess.

Cailyn Cabe ‘26 and father Chad Cabe take time for a photo at the Father Daughter Night event.

Patrick Denney ’24 and Mollie Mackey ‘24 (left), Lucy Cratsenberg ’24 and guest (center), and Daphne Scotto Di Carlo ’24 and guest (right) enjoy themselves at the Central Catholic Prom.

Sixteen Central Catholic senior athletes signed letters of intent that will allow them to continue their athletic careers at colleges and universities around the country. 4 | Central Catholic Magazine

STUDENT PROFILE A recent grad of Central Catholic, Jahad Hudson ‘23, exemplifies the school’s vision for success. Jahad, a leader in the Woodlawn community, was recently featured in The Oregonian newspaper for his work as an ambassador for the nonprofit, Word is Bond. As an ambassador, he has given tours to Portlanders as part of a series called “In My Shoes” which aims to educate people about neighborhoods in Portland and Southwest Washington from the perspective of young Black men. Word is Bond is a leadership group for young Black men. Jahad shared with us that it begins with a seven-week summer internship and with a laugh, adds that participants were required to wear suits every day during their internship! The goal was for participants to immerse themselves in workshops to learn more about themselves, the community, and the people with whom they work. During the internship, the men were also able to work and interact with Portland Police with the hope that they can help bridge the gap that exists between Black youths and the police. Jahad’s first “In My Shoes” tour experience was in collaboration with police officers. Although nerve-wracking at first, he calls it a good experience, going on to explain that this opportunity allowed him and other young Black youths to show officers their neighborhood and the homes where they grew up.

At Graduation, Wes Guy ‘11, Central Catholic’s Student Support Coordinator, congratulates Jahad Hudson for his accomplishments.

IN MY SHOES

Woodlawn Tour Guide:

Jahad Hudson ’23

When asked why it was important to show their neighborhoods, Jahad mentions “gentrification,” and elaborates by saying, “With gentrification, many beautiful things happen, but you don’t have to move people out to make the city look better.” He feels it’s important to let others know the history of his neighborhood and that despite many changes, he and his family–along with many others–still have roots there. Jahad’s family is the fourth generation to live and own their home in the Woodlawn neighborhood, something he shares with pride. Through Word is Bond, Jahad has had many opportunities, the most memorable being the opportunity to spend a week in Washington, D.C. for the Spring Leadership Forum. While there, the Word is Bond group spoke with Oregons’ Senators and the mayor of Washington, D.C., and had the chance to lobby for public policy regarding Black Studies. Next fall, Jahad will be in Texas, attending a small HBCU [Historically Black Colleges and Universities]. Jahad hopes that his work continues to impact his community and he hopes to share with others the importance and significance of minority contributions and the impact they have on our society.

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CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

CLASS OF 2023

GRADUATION Valedictorian Scarlett Helynn Starr Thomas

Attending College Next Year 95%

Salutatorian Charles Kenneth Black

Highest Number of Graduates Attending Oregon State University Portland State University Seattle University University of Oregon University of Portland

Seat of Wisdom Award Scarlett Helynn Starr Thomas Charles Kenneth Black Ely Davide Cunningham Corinne Marie Toyooka Katherine Elizabeth Stuckart Archbishop Edward D. Howard Christian Service Award Nash Sawyer Newton Sydney Leela Thomas Christ the King Award Theodore Amerata Pashley Holy Spirit Award Charles Kenneth Black Laila Marie Jones Vickers Insignis Award Chisomo N Chitekwe Taliya Mercedes Herrada Hunter Garrett Reginald Mackey John Paul Nisbet Jaymi Nicole Robinson Ruth Wubshet Equity and Liberation Award Laila Marie Jones Vickers Anthony Cabalfin Senffner Philanthropy Award Madeline Michelle Gray Scholar Athlete Award Charles Kenneth Black Kyeese Irene Shanell Hollands Students in the Class of 2023 178 Average GPA of the Class of 2023 3.75

Notable College Admits Massachusetts Institute of Technology New York University Northwestern University Tufts University United States Military Academy University of California-Berkeley University of California-San Diego University of Notre Dame Vassar College Villanova University International Universities Graduates are Attending University of British Columbia University of Groningen University of Victoria Historically Black Colleges and Universities Students are Attending Howard University Paul Quinn College Wiley College College Credits Earned Through the PCC Dual Credit Program 1,034 Graduates Attending Catholic Colleges 15% Graduates Whose Parent(s) are Central Catholic Alumni 18 Graduates who Maintained a Cumulative 3.5+ GPA 131

Christian Service Hours Completed 18,070 Students who Performed More Than 100 Hours of Service 73

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CLASS OF 2023

2023 GRADUATES Amari Joseph Abraham Grettel Neyfrely Aguilar Parra Tevon Kalé Alagar  *  Blake Hart Anderson  * Ryan Kenneth Anthony  Luke Maddox Anzellotti Gabriel Joseph Armen-Nichter  Gavin O’Neill Arquit Sylvia Casper Austin  * Martin Anthony Bass, Jr. Olivia Mae Bass  *  Greta Alison Beall  *  Amion Amir Beam Collin Patrick Bennett  * Kathleen Rose Bernetich  Charles Kenneth Black  *  Rose Jin Boyd  *  Ira Maximillian Bradie  * Tiago Lopes Brockert  *  Natalie Michelle Burroughs  *  Camryn Cierra Cabine  * Oscar Ewan Cannon  Makayla Lariah Carney Foster William Carroll  * Sophia Marie Cavalli  Adriana Marie Cervi  * Grace Susan Chadderdon   Chisomo N Chitekwe  Brady Morgan Coe  *  Clara Jean Coleman Sofia Louise Cooper Miles Quintin Cottrill  *  Lillian Craford Beau Rian Cressallen   Ely Davide Cunningham  * Sierra Renee Dedmon  Ava Rosemary DePalma  *  Addison Emma Carolyn Dille   Michael Nhan Dinh Rose Nguyen Dinh  *  Ayiana Milan Dirks  *  Allison Kendra Dobler  *  Lakely Savannah-Ann Doht-Barron   Carlos Raul Dolores-Lopez Brady Walker Dugan  *  Kieran Boyd Dunn Hayden Bruce Eberwein 

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Landon Marcus Elder Payton Ann Ellison  Elle Elizabeth Fadden Laney Helen Fadden  * Zach Wold Fisher  * Aidianon Patrick Flores   William James Francis Connor Patrick Freeman  Margaret Rose Gaber  Francis Xavier Gallagher  * Claire Elisabeth Garrow  Maerg Belay Girmay  * Francis Zeke Godlee-Campbell Liomar Jose Gonzalez Madeline Michelle Gray  *  Joseph Michael Bloom Groshong  * Theodore Joseph Gwynn   Ruth Tarekegn Haddish Simon Feargal Harring Joseph Michael Hart  Emily Loryn Hegar  Ariana Hernandez-Merino  Taliya Mercedes Herrada Hunter * Logan Long Hoang Kyeese Irene Shanell Hollands  Hannah Therese Homberg  *  Jahad Andrew Hudson Jr. Audrey Jean Hudspeth  Sophia Guinn Huether Ethan Connor Hundt John Paul Joseph Igloria  * Thor Eric Jackson Kaiden Gerard Janssen Margaux Evelyn Ortiz Johnson  Laila Marie Jones Vickers  *  Natalie Reagan Josephson  Conor Bishop Lolich Gardner Keeran  *  Nicholas Ziad Khouri Kadan Theodore Koch  Carson Daly Kuni  Samuel Tri Lamb * Uyen Hannah Le  *  Nolan Marcus-Duy Lee  * Armand Desai Lettiere  * Lucas Van Lieu Lucas Alexander Lofgren Joseph Blair Loftis  

GRADUATION Iona Marisol Lugton  * Jean-Luc Once Luna  Garrett Reginald Mackey  *  Luke Lowell Maden  Lucas Lincoln Thomas Maffei  Hallie Christina Martell  Jack Guthrie Martin  * Kevin Mario Martinez-Ibarra  Payton Emanuel Maszy  *  Margaret Healy Maykowskyj-Nordean Sofia Marie Maykut  Chukwuezugo Okwuolisa Mbelu  Solomon Glenn McDaniel Devin Paul McDonald  *  Amelia Faith McGregor Gabriella Morales-Cortez Samantha Drew Morris  * Liam Hans Murphy  Keleb Siakwembo Mwaala  Abigail Ying Naulty  *  Samantha Jean Neal  *  Lily Marie Newman  Nash Sawyer Newton  Reed Lund Newton  Kevin Dinh Ngo  * John Paul Nisbet  * Chanelle Niyogushima Samuel James Odum  Clara Okon  Frida Alejandra Palma Hernandez  Isabella Lucille Pannoni  * Iris Autumn Parrilli  * Theodore Amerata Pashley  Olive Pearl Paternoster  * Blake Alan Peroutka Evelien Ngoc Pham  *  Trenton Thien Pham  * Mia Skye Pierce Lila Dawn Prettyman *  Josephine Michael Reilly  Maia Catherine Rheingold  *  Joseph Roberto Robertson

 Graduating with Honors

(Grade Point Average of 3.8 and above)

Jaymi Nicole Robinson Sadie Mary Margaret Roraback-Meagher Sierra Anne MacKenzie Rudkin  Alex Ventura Ruiz-Hernandez Michael Jett Rust  Molly Elizabeth Ryan  *  Clara Yiqian Vuckovic Rydout Violet Lauryn Sampson  Quinn Weldon Sappington * Maci Ren Saruwatari  Skyler David Schmidt Grace Marie Schutte  *  Anthony Cabalfin Senffner  Wesley James Shipsey  * Dalton Marie Sickon  Britney Sierra-Cortez  Musea Nugusse Simon * Lauren Elizabeth Slavin  * Isabel Johanna Sowieja  *  Jonah Kekoa Spencer Mia Catherine Starr  Ava Aurelia Stubee Katherine Elizabeth Stuckart  *  Tristan Orion Sullivan Abby Jane Symes  *  Piper Mullins Thiessen  Fiona Rose Irene Thomas  * Scarlett Helynn Starr Thomas  *  Sydney Leela Thomas  *  Gray Benjamin Thompson Corinne Marie Toyooka  *  Hope Lam Quynh Tran  Monica Mai Tran *  Patrick Daniel Volk Alyssa Ann Widmer  Michael Aaron Williams Alycia Monet Wilson   Noah Christopher Wilson   Amelia Jo Workmeister  Ruth Wubshet  Trevor Joseph Yamin  *  Sofiia Vasylivna Yanytska 

* National Honor

Society Member

 Exceeded 100 Hours of Christian Service

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VALEDICTORIAN • SALUTATORIAN

Valedictorian

Salutatorian

This year’s valedictorian was Scarlett Helynn Starr Thomas, who graduated with an incredible 4.61 GPA. From student council to sports, Scarlett has taken advantage of just about everything Central Catholic has to offer. For two years, Scarlett participated in Student Council; first on junior class council, and then as Associated Student Body (ASB) President during her senior year. As a Rambassador, she was one of the many faces of the school community, participating in various events from Open House to elementary school visits. She was in leadership for both the Women in Sports Student Affinity Organization and Math Club. She also participated on the Constitution Team this year. Active in athletics, she participated in lacrosse and basketball all four years.

Charles Kenneth Black was this year’s Salutatorian with an outstanding 4.57 GPA. While reflecting on his four years at Central Catholic, Charlie says he experienced all the best the school has to offer, calling his experience “formative and self-building.” A Student Council member for three years, Charlie was Associated Student Body Vice President his senior year and credits his time in leadership for his commitment and interest in community service.

Scarlett Helynn Starr Thomas

When reflecting on her favorite memories of Central Catholic, overnight school trips stood out. From student retreats, Student Council and ASB retreats, to basketball trips at Gonzaga and in Arizona, getting to spend time with friends and classmates during these trips was memorable; strengthening bonds and creating new friendships. When asked about her favorite thing about Central Catholic, Scarlett was quick to mention the community. “From being in class with teachers and classmates to the student section at sports games, the Ramily is definitely the best thing about Central Catholic.” Scarlett feels prepared for college. She credits her rigorous Central Catholic education for shaping her by allowing her to take a wide variety of high level classes, instilling good study and time management skills, and inspiring curiosity beyond the surface level. In the fall, Scarlett will be attending Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. She plans to major in Health, Medicine, and Society on a Pre-Med track. Prior to attending Central Catholic, Scarlett attended a Japanese immersion school and she hopes to continue her study of the Japanese language and culture in college. Scarlett’s advice to students, “Try things you might be scared to do. There are so many amazing opportunities available at CC when you take a chance to step out of your comfort zone.” 10 | Central Catholic Magazine

Charles Kenneth Black

A skilled student athlete, Charlie participated in cross country all four years and competed in various national and regional events, placing amongst the top 10 in the Oregon State Championships and top 100 nationally. Community has been Charlie’s favorite part of attending Central Catholic. He credits much of his success to his teachers and coaches who, he says, “Care so deeply for their students.” The tight-knit community provided him with many friendships; one thing he will miss the most. Earlier this year, Charlie was recognized as a College Board AP Scholar with Distinction. He was also named a U.S. Department of Education Presidential Scholar Semifinalist. Last fall, the highest-scoring participants in each state, representing less than one percent of the nation’s high school seniors, were named Semifinalists on a staterepresentational basis. In the fall, Charlie will be attending Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He will continue running cross country at a collegiate level. He plans on majoring in Bioengineering and hopes to receive an internship in the tech field. Charlie’s advice to students: “Do everything from a place of compassion and see the humor in life.”

AFFINITY LUNCHEON

Alumni and students gathered in the Weston Commons to celebrate their Asian, Desi, Pacific Islander, and Arab heritage and culture.

Affinity Luncheons: Alumni and Student ADPIA Luncheon Central Catholic hosted the second Alumni and Student Affinity Luncheon in a series of BIPOC [Black, Indigenous, and People of Color] alumni and student lunches. The Alumni and Student Asian Desi Pacific Islander and Arab (ADPIA) Affinity Luncheon was held on May 25 in the Weston Commons. The Asian Desi Pacific Islander Student Union has been an affinity club at Central Catholic since 2009. Student-driven with help from math teacher Steve Workman–who has been the group’s moderator since its inception more than ten years ago–this group was created to provide a safe space for students who want to learn more about and celebrate their heritage and culture.

similar things to us, and see how they moved through life during and after high school.” Affinity Lunches give alumni and students a safe space to gather for fellowship, connect with one another, and share stories. With these new opportunities, we hope the Central Catholic community will grow stronger, with alumni and students feeling more connected to one another. We look forward to hosting our next Affinity Luncheon in the fall, the Alumni and Student Latino Luncheon on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

Senior students introduced themselves and spoke about their plans for the future. Alumni shared what they experienced as students here at Central Catholic. They also shared their journey to where they are now and offered some advice to current students. Students benefited from learning from alumni and in return, alumni were inspired by the students and the community they have created. Attendee Wes Aguas ’06 shared about his time at the luncheon, “It was fantastic. It was great to see so many young minds getting together to celebrate their heritage.” When asked about the importance of the luncheon, attendee Junho Chang ’99 responded, “It’s important that students of color– especially historically underserved students–see alumni who share affinity and provide examples for how they can succeed in life.” Students echoed the alumni’s enthusiasm. Corinne Toyooka ’23 shared, “I think it helps us to see how lucky we are to have a space where so many people we have connections to can gather, and also to hear the experiences of people who may have gone through

Andy Phan ’06, Junho Chang ’99, Wes Aguas ’06, and Nicholas Aguas ’09 shared their experience and advice with current students. Summer 2023 | 11

MISSY MACK MEMORIAL GYM DEDICATION

Missy Mack ‘88 Memorial Gym Dedication On Sunday, May 7, we celebrated the naming of our main gym to honor the memory of Missy Mack ‘88, who died in a tragic car accident in 1986 during her sophomore year at Central Catholic. The naming of the gym as the Missy Mack ‘88 Memorial Gym was a dream made a reality thanks to the Mack family and more than 150 generous donors who supported the project, which encompasses an overall refresh of the space, a new video scoreboard, and updated championship banners.

The Celebration was well-attended by friends, family members, and alumni–in particular Missy’s classmates from the Class of 1988–who turned out en force. With remarks by Missy’s sisters, Renee (Mack) Baumgartner ‘83, Lara (Mack) Tennant ‘84 and Cappy Mack ‘89, and a dedication prayer by Msgr. Tim Murphy ‘58, the celebration was the perfect way to honor Missy’s memory and to highlight the strength and connectedness of the Central Catholic community.

Members of the Mack and McHugh families include, (from L to R,) Josie Fischer, George Mack, Jr. ’80, Jan McHugh, Lara Tennant ’84, Renee Baumgartner ’83, honorary family member Msgr. Tim Murphy ’58, and Cappy Mack ’89.

Alumni from the Class of 1988 enjoy catching up at the dedication of the Missy Mack ’88 Memorial Gym: (From L to R) Lori (Anctil) Bell, Mike Van Hoomissen, Paddy Ryan, Amy (Feller) Mehas, John Spolar, Sheila (Moran) Connelly, Michael Goodell, Bernadette (Breiling) Small, Cori (Foote) Gosse, Vic Rust, Gene Moreland, Tony Bell, Eric Anctil, and Dena (Gasiewski) Dooney

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ALUMNI NEWS

Missy Mack Memorial Scholarship What’s Up With You? The Mack family has been part of Central Catholic High School since 1955, when George Mack, Sr. ’57 transferred here after Columbia Prep closed. In the years that followed, all of George’s children (George, Jr. ’80, Renee ’83, Lara ’84, Missy ’88, and Cappy ’89) and three of his grandchildren (Thomas Gray ’19, Christopher Gray ’21, and Madeline Gray ’23) also attended Central Catholic. Tragically, in June 1986, during her sophomore year, Missy died in a car accident, leaving her siblings, parents, and extended family–as well as her Central Catholic family–bereft.

Alexa (Johnson) Johnston ’08 and her husband, Alexander, welcomed twins Marin Lyra and Clara Wren on April 21, 2023.

Shortly after her death, the Mack family established The Missy Mack Memorial Scholarship. Jan McHugh, Missy’s mother, indicated the family wanted the scholarship awarded to a student with financial need, but also one who, like Missy, had excellent grades and a record of service to Central Catholic and the greater community. “Like Missy, these students should be compassionate and demonstrate love and respect towards their classmates,” she said.

Megan (Wallo) Renander ’09 and her husband, Eric, welcomed their second child, Knox William, on April 4, 2023. Knox joins big sister, Hunter Dee (3 years old).

An endowed scholarship is a wonderful way to create a lasting legacy at Central Catholic in honor of a loved one. If you would like to make a difference in the life of students, helping to provide them with the benefits of a Central Catholic education, call Ellie Dir in the Office of Advancement at 503.230.1056 ext. 1258.

Thank you Volunteers

There is no requirement for parents/guardians or Alumni to volunteer at Central Catholic, but when they do, they find they also become part of the mission and vision of Central Catholic. Each year, volunteers are asked to designate their volunteer hours towards a Central Catholic team or club. This allows the school to provide additional funding to teams and clubs whose supporters volunteer their time outside their own program. This funding is known as “The Point System.” During the 2022-2023 school year, 433 alumni, parents, and friends provided a total of 4,454 volunteer hours. The Point System, in turn, provided a total of $75,000 in funding to more than 80 teams and clubs–as well as Athletics, Student Life, The Parent Association, and The Alumni Association’s general funds.

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In the 37 years since it was established, the Missy Mack Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to 38 students, all of whom are carrying Missy’s legacy forward. Some have returned to work at Central Catholic; all are doing great things in the world. In his speech at the 2023 Scholarship Luncheon, one recent recipient talked about opportunities that scholarships, including the Missy Mack Memorial Scholarship, had provided him. While at Central Catholic, he was given the chance to participate on Student Council, in sports, and in many other activities, including representing Central Catholic as the school’s mascot, “Rammy.”

Max Virnig ’09 and his wife, Kelsey, welcomed a daughter, Monroe Katherine, on February 22, 2023. She joins big sister, Millie (3 years old).

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Cappy Mack ’89, thinks of the scholarship as “another opportunity for my children to learn about the aunt they never knew. This scholarship is a way for students to learn more about what it is like to be a part of the Ramily as well as learn about a person who had an impact on the Central Catholic community.”

women’s wine tour Celebrating 25 years!

YEAR OF THE WOMAN

CENTRAL CATHOLIC YEAR OF THE WOMAN

Celebrating 40 Years of Alumnae

Top Character

“During my visit as a potential transfer, I remember not wanting to leave because I felt so at home.” - Aliyah Kelly ’21 “Search! It was such an incredible experience being able to bond and be vulnerable with my peers, especially those I had not interacted with often.” - Theresa (Taylor) Oylear ’08

“Powderpuff Football at PGE Park” - Melissa von Borstel ’05 “My dad, George, shooting and swishing the first Free Throw in the “new” gym when it opened in 1988” - Cappy Mack ’89

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Compassion Respect Resilience

Responsibility Kindness Generosity

“Living according to your values, having a positive impact on the people and world around you, helping those you lead and support become the best versions of themselves and achieve what they are capable of, treating others with kindness and compassion” - Monica (Linde) Popp ’92 “Success means being able to look yourself in the mirror and being proud of who you are as a person. It’s not always the person with the most money or the best job, but rather the person who knows they are making a positive impact” -Theresa (Taylor) Oylear ’08 “Finding ways to be kind daily. Giving others and self grace” - Megan (Carolus) Kovacevic ’98

What Does SUCCESS Mean to you:

Most MEMORABLE Experience at Central Catholic:

Integrity VIRTUES Fairness That Resonate With Alumnae Courage

How did Central Catholic help SHAPE the woman you are today?

Why are women IMPORTANT to Central Catholic?

“CCHS helped me to become a person of ethics and integrity, a critical thinker, a committed scholar and learner, and a conscientious professional and leader. As a resident of Vancouver who commuted to school every day, it also gave me a meaningful connection to the diverse community of Southeast Portland, where I have lived now for the past seven years, and where I am raising my son. CCHS exposed me to many intellectual, social, creative, and spiritual opportunities that have shaped the woman I am today, and for which I am very grateful.” - Lindsey Pierce ’06

“Women are important to the Central Catholic Community because we bring an empowering voice to our society and are becoming and influencing the leaders of our future” - Ilena Elmore ’22

“Central Catholic gave me a space to grow, to challenge ideas, and to become a better person. Some of my greatest life lessons were taught in the CC classrooms.” - Theresa (Taylor) Oylear ’08 “CC planted the seeds of confidence that helped me become the woman I am today.” - Teri Calcagno ’85 “During my darkest days of losing my Irish twin, Missy, in a tragic accident. My friends and the staff at CC embraced me. I was able to learn to keep moving forward when life gets tough.” - Cappy Mack ’89 “I think CCHS taught me to be a person who considers how to give back to their community and those around them.” - Mary Beth Spencer ’07

“Women are important to the Central Catholic Community because they bring rich diversity to the community and they empower the next generation of females to reach their goals and be their best selves through the success of schooling and education.” - Teiya Alagar ’20 “Women are important to the Central Catholic Community because we are powerful, we are resilient, and we are leaders” - Grace Dooney ’17 “Women are important to Central Catholic because we contribute to the diverse perspective in the classroom. This allows students to have a wellrounded education.“ - Lexi Gorretta ’18

Anything else to share? “I feel blessed to have received the education I did as so few women in this world are given the keys to open the doors that I have. Thank you.” - Melissa von Borstel ’05 “Thanks to some amazing educators from the 80s!” - Beth (Mottau) Schaller ’89

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IN MEMORY

CENTRAL CATHOLIC YEAR OF THE WOMAN

Celebrating 40 Years of Alumnae

We remember with particular fondness these Central Catholic Alumnae who left us far too soon. Holding them close in prayer and in our hearts, we bolster one another with memories of our classmates and the many happy school days together. Anna Hurley ’83 August 16, 2014

Cecily (Justis) Mosby ’89 June 9, 2018

Kara McWilliams Amspoker ’98 August 8, 2020

Monica Tyner ’83 February 25, 2014

Carly Mauldin ’91 May 13, 2005

Sarah Freelander ’98 April 11, 2022

Janice Baccellieri-Aichele ’84 October 6, 1994

Janette Doherty ’92 May 21, 2004

Breana Pierre ’98 March 13, 2014

Tami Perkins ’84 October 13, 2011

Laura Dunning ’92 July 13, 2005

Stephanie Stanich ’01 January 15, 2021

Juliann Covert ’85 April 28, 2002

Kristin Johnson ’92 July 11, 1990

Lindsay Suchy ’03 January 12, 2002

Patricia Nixon Weber ’85 September 18, 2003

Sheryl Sanchez Doyle ’92 December 28, 2010

Nicole Jones ’06 April 23, 2022

Sherrie Burge ’86 September 20, 2017

Heather Schoeck ’92 January 3, 1999

Kata Arnerich ’07 December 22, 2021

Ann Marie Amato Payne ’88 May 23, 2013

Marian (Miller) Graham ’93 October 29, 2022

Jamie Schreiber ’07 October 17, 2020

René Bales ’88 November 23, 2011

Jennifer Dorland ’94 May 21, 2002

Kelly Johnson ’10 May 14, 2017

Elizabeth Deem ’88 August 1, 1987

Sarah Johnson ’95 July 19, 2019

Leila Sickinger ’18 February 21, 2016

Missy Mack ’88 June 1, 1986

Meagan McCormick ’96 April 6, 2002

Gabby Rosenbach ’19 March 18, 2019

Patricia Park ’88 May 17, 1999

Alexia Erickson ’97 July 13, 2007

Kaylee Moreno ’22 May 22, 2019

Melissa Gray ’89 February 4, 2017

Shari Roessner ’97 February 4, 2019

Sarah Marek ’89 March 17, 2020

Corina Reynolds Stearns ’97 May 18, 2022

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May they rest in peace.

IN MEMORY In Memory • Alumni Gene Louis Jacobs ’44 February 8, 2023 Robert Clair Reverman ’45 February 2017 Leo Charles Volk ’46 March 2, 2020 Walter Camiel Bernards ’51 April 5, 2023 Joseph Albert Isaac ’52 March 1, 2023 Donald Theodore Bieker ’54 March 26, 2023 Harold George “Hal” Westby ’54 March 17, 2023 Thomas Martin Miller ’55 February 12, 2023

James Patrick Bryant ’65 March 16, 2023

Christopher Thomas Jensen Greene January 15, 2023

Kenneth George Wand ’65 July 24, 2022

Francis Anthony Hagen March 9, 2023

Kevin Robert Fordney ’66 May 3, 2023

David K. Hartung March 5, 2023

Patrick Charles Harrington ’68 May 4, 2023

Karin Ann Johannsen Jacobs December 28, 2022

Robert Lee Meyer ’69 August 23, 2022

Richard Kram February 5, 2023

John Oliver Winczewski ’74 March 23, 2023

Frank Evans Lesage January 22, 2023

Luke Joseph Woodruff ’96 April 7, 2023

Mary Kathryn “Kathy” Hazen Rask January 25, 2023

David Carlomagno Lopez ’99 November 4, 2022

Helen Katheryn Shamrell January 2, 2023

In Memory • Family of Alumni

Kurt Leland Shovlin March 7, 2023

Gary Edward Todd ’55 March 31, 2023

Michael R. Bennison February 3, 2023

Thomas Michael Cooper ’56 May 1, 2023

Agnes Marie Brauser December 16, 2022

Richard Edward Cunningham ’57 June 3, 2022

Joe E. Bruer December 19, 2022

George Michael “Mike” Moorad ’57 April 30, 2023

Marieann Eileen Calcagno October 24, 2022

Gerald Cranford Smith ’57 March 30, 2023

Maureen Ann Cassidy October 21, 2022

Stephen Dale Swaja ’57 January 16, 2018

Lorraine M. Comfort March 12, 2023

George Michael “Mike” Wolf ’57 January 28, 2023

Diane Patricia Cunningham June 21, 2022

Guy Robert Bernard ’58 February 24, 2023

Ruth E. Davidson April 9, 2023

Dennis Clark Murphy ’58 September 2, 2022

Teresa Anne DeStefano April 17, 2023

Harley Carl Roberts, Jr. ’58 April 18, 2023

Judy Kehoe Etzel January 23, 2023

Peter John Lyski, Jr. ’59 December 12, 2022

Mary Clare McCarthy Fahlman February 23, 2023

Paul Howard Cleary ’61 August 30, 2022

Phyllis Dolores Ferschweiler February 4, 2023

Ronald Philip Hauck ’61 October 13, 2022

Dorothy Caroline Fisher February 19, 2023

Peter James Ermler ’62 January 10, 2023

Patsy Ann Duffy Fordney May 12, 2023

Daniel Louis Anderson ’64 March 26, 2014

Shirley Ann Gambee February 2, 2023

Sandra A. Shovlin January 16, 2021 Roselle Kathleen Gatto Soriano March 1, 2023 Rita Jo Bartosh Sporseen April 19, 2023 Maxine Violet Stanley April 24, 2023 Marianne Tyson Vetto March 11, 2023 Bill Sprinkle, who taught at Central Catholic from 1973 to 2006, passed away on March 14, 2023. During his 37 years at Central Catholic, Bill was a social studies, history, global studies, government, art, and psychology teacher as well as a track and cross country coach. Mr. Sprinkle will be remembered for readily taking students under his wing and helping them navigate the challenges of life. Bill spent his retirement years living in Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Trudy, and his two sons, Mike ‘90 and Daniel. Bob Zieminski passed away on May 26, 2023. He taught Math at Central Catholic from 1976 to 1979 and also served as the Assistant Dean of Discipline, Vice Principal, Dean of Students, and Track Coach. After Central Catholic, Mr. Zieminski taught at Cardinal Mooney High School in Sarasota, Florida until his retirement. Summer 2023 |17

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Upcoming Events August

September

Ram Open Golf Tournament Noon Shotgun Start Glendoveer Golf Course

Reunions All Classes from the 1940s Classes of 1953, 1963, 1973, and 1983 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Central Catholic Campus

Class of 1993 Reunion Gilda’s Lounge 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Class of 1993 Reunion Mass and Dinner Central Catholic 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

First Day of School for Freshmen

28-29 Nico’s Ice Cream and Cantina Partner Days* 29

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October

November

Big’s Chicken on NE Glisan Partner Days*

Central Catholic Open House 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Students 4 Students Fundraiser Begins

Twenty-Fifth Annual Women’s Wine Tour

Homecoming Football Game vs. Barlow 7:00 p.m., Hillsboro Stadium Statewide Inservice No School

Labor Day Holiday No School

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Parent/Teacher Conferences No School

Fall Drama Production 7:30 p.m., PAC

Veteran’s Day Holiday No School

Fall Drama Production 7:30 p.m., PAC

Grandparent’s Day

Teacher Professional Development Day No School

23-24 Thanksgiving Holiday No School * Partner Days are fundraisers where local restaurants donate a percentage of the sales from that day to Central Catholic High School.

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Correction: In the article “40 Years of Alumnae” in the Spring 2023 edition of the Central Catholic Magazine, we inadvertently left Vicki (Harms) Okazaki ‘84 off the list of members of the 1983 Girls’ State Championship Golf Team that appears on page six. Vicki was an integral part of the team and we apologize for our omission.

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