Warrior Gala 2023 Catalog

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

51 Years of the Gala

Vice President for Advancement Patti Clair and our Gala Director, BreeOnna Springer, have supported the chair couples and brought us to this night, all while executing zone parties and providing the support for a major event.

Whether you are a first time attendee or a veteran of many decades, here’s to a fun night as we continue our Warrior Gala successes assisting the many families at Walsh Jesuit who are in need of financial assistance and supporting all our

Ford and alum Rich Klaben ’78. We are also so grateful to current WJ parents Tim Burke and Kevin Sloan as they have committed KeyBank to be a major sponsor yet again. To all of our volunteers, to our students and staff, all who have given in so many ways to make tonight possible, you have my gratitude.

Thank you for joining us for Warrior Gala 51 as we welcome president -elect Fr. Chris Fronk, S.J. He will begin his service beginning July 1.

I want to thank God for our many blessings and look forward to continued success as you enjoy the evening.

Karl Ertle, President

A.M.D.G. and GO WARRIORS!

EVENING ITINERARY

*Watch your phone for notifications regarding auctio losings, items without bids, and other important messages.

Jeep, Purse, Watches, and Full Tuition Raffle Drawing

Dinner

SALAD COURSE

Poached pear salad served with toasted focaccia plank.

DUAL ENTRÉE

Braised boneless beef short rib served with a hunter's sauce on top of saffron mashed potato & blackened salmon served with cilantro butter over rainbow swiss chard and blistered tomatoes.

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉE

Roasted cauliflower steak served with sundried tomato and kalamata olive relish & wild mushroom strudel served with a chimichurri sauce.

Dessert

Chocolate hazelnut crunch served with fresh berries and whipped cream & lemon tart served with fresh raspberry coulis, fresh berries, and whipped cream.

2023 WARRIOR GALA C

The Burkes will be celebrating their 22nd anniversary this coming year and have four sons. Tim, a 2022 Walsh Jesuit graduate, attends Washington University in St. Louis; Jack, a senior at Walsh Jesuit, is on the soccer and basketball teams and serves as senior class treasurer; Ben, an 8th grader at St. Francis Xavier, will attend Walsh Jesuit next year; and finally, Sam, a 6th grader at St. Francis.

The Burkes are residents of Richfield and belong to St. Francis Xavier in Medina. The Burke family loves to travel and is very involved in the various sports the boys participate in, with Tim coaching for 15 years and Rita supporting fundraising and special events for the teams.

Tim is an Executive VP and Regional Sales Executive for KeyBank at its downtown Cleveland headquarters, and is very involved in the community, serving on the

Throughout our marriage, we have lived in many wonderful places but always considered North East Ohio home. After living in Chicago, Columbus and Jupiter, Florida we moved back to Ohio 10 years ago for Kevin career and to raise our girls around family.

Our oldest daughter Avery is a 2022 Walsh Jesuit Graduate and is a freshman at Transylvania University in Lexington, KY. Molly, our middle daughter, is a Junior at Walsh Jesuit and Bridget, our youngest, is a sophomore.

Jesuit education is very important to us. Kevin attended St. Ignatius High School and Xavier University. After attending public high school in Canton, I graduated from John Carroll University.

We belong to St. Francis Xavier Parish in Medina

“She’s the only girl I know who watches Sports Center!” The rest, as they say, is history!

ALL WARRIOR GALA CHAIRCOUPLES CON T

Year President Chair Couples

1993 Rev. Donald J. Petkash, S.J.

1994 Rev. Donald J. Petkash, S.J.

1995 Rev. Donald J. Petkash, S.J.

1996 Rev. Donald J. Petkash, S.J.

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Beringer, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Peterson

Mr.† and Mrs. John Holcomb

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Tomsic

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Hopkins

Dr. and Mrs. Douglas Regula

Mr. and Mrs. † Michael Beck, Jr.

Edward Denholm

Mr. and Mrs. J. Austin Allen

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Yanke

Mr. and Mrs. John Bozzo † (Honorary)

Rev. Norm Dickson, S.J † (Honorary)

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Albright

Mr. and Mrs. Kevan Fight

Dr. and Mrs. John Gerstenmaier, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Don Scott

Mr. and Mrs. Ron Marotto

Mr. and Mrs. Doug Root

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Catanzarite

Mr. and Mrs. Dean Leonakis

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Auth

Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Griebel '69

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Chiarappa

Don Nelson

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sheeks, III

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sweeney '72

Mr. and Mrs. Julius Feitl

Dr. and Mrs. Patrick Riley, Sr.

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Misheff

Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Simpson

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Kaufmann

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pucci

2008 Rev. Michael J. Marco, S.J

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Abraham '75

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dostal

Year President Chair Couples

2009 Rev. Michael J. Marco, S.J

2010 Rev. Michael J. Marco, S.J

2011 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2012 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2013 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2014 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2015 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2016 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2017 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2018 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2019 Mr. Karl Ertle II

9 Alumni have served as Chairs

2020 Mr. Karl Ertle II

2021 Mr. Karl Ertle II

Mr. and Mrs. Carlo Chiuchiarelli

Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Leppo

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bachmann '80

Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Lutz

2022 Mr. Karl Ertle II

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Grescovich '83

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Sweeney

2023 Mr. Karl Ertle II

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Burke, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Sloan

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Committee Members

Genevieve Aguolu

Kim Bergmann

Debbie Blascak

Ana Borges

Heather Broholm

Angela Brubaker

Abby Dachille

Jaeda Dancy

Heather Dilulio

Stacie DiNunzio

Jennifer Donaldson

Ruth Edge

Kate Eich

Carol Ertle

Tammy Felber

Todd Fitzwater '94

Angela Fragameni

Susan Freund

Fr. Chris Fronk

Paula Fyda

Michael Gabrail '07

Dora Gamez

Stacy Gilbert

Kristin Girard

Jennifer Glover

Tricia Graham

Juli Hicks

Jen Imhoff

Mary Anne Kim

Robin Kish

Danielle Klonk

Laura Kuczynski

Michele Lamb

Nicki Lee

Terri Lika

Beth Liptak

Val Lobas

Laura Manuel

Greg McCune '90

Elena McHale

Manav Raj '88

Jodi Romanini

Melissa Ruegg

Jason Ruegg '96

Kara Serdinak

Janet Shriver

Tammy Sobek

Beth Spain

Santina Sprang

Cathy Stephens

Mike Sweeney

Patty Sweeney

Marina Tompkins

Brooke Trzcinski

Diana (Dee) Verhas

Bob Wachtl

Marycal Wachtl

Deborah Westbrooks

Jennifer Woods

Jaci Yoder

Judy Zsembik

Committee Chairpersons

Vice President of Advancement

Patricia Clair

Special Events Manager

BreeOnna Springer

Warrior Gala Co-Chair

Rita & Tim Burke

Beth & Kevin Sloan

Decorating Chairs

Kristen & Joe Chiera '98

Gift Gathering Chair

Jen Lann

Gift Processing Chair

Alexis Fedak

Table Presentation Chair

Sarah Kurtz

Catalog Design

Kathleen Sarazin

FACULTY & STAFF

Mr. Joe Adair

Ms. Terri Aiken

Mr. Joseph T. Alestock

Mr. Nick Alexander

Mrs. Paula Andrews

Mr. Brian Anthony

Mrs. Sally Bagwell -Froelich

Mrs. Elisabeth Barker

Dr. Lisa A. Baylor

Mr. William Beard

Mr. Brandon Belmonte

Mr. Alex Bequette

Mr. Daniel P. Bizga

Mr. Phil Bokovitz

Ms. Shelby Boyd

Mr. Will B. Bryson

Mr. Robert P. Budny

Dr. Jeff Bulgrin '79

Miss Cynthia Burgio

Mr. Anthony C. Burke '87

Miss Miranda Burley

Mr. David Burnside

Mrs. Cheryl Byrne

Mr. Kevin Byrne '92

Mr. Cameron C. Cabot '14

Ms. Catherine Campensa

Mr. Ronald Carrell, Jr.

Mr. Dan Cathcart

Miss Dana Chiuchiarelli '08

Ms. Patricia M. Clair

Ms. Kara Dias

Mr. Anthony L. Dipre '06

Mrs. Natalie Donatelli

Mr. Timothy Dowdell

Mrs. Marion Drake

Ms. Elizabeth E. Duarte

Mr. Timothy Dunn

Ms. Cynthia Ederer

Mrs. Emily (Call) Elliott '07

Mr. Karl J. Ertle, II

Mr. Frank Evans

Mrs. Tammy Felber

Mr. Kevin M. Forfia

Mr. Andrew D. Kerr '02

Mrs. Meghan (McDonald) Kiel '17

Mrs. Kimberly Knauf

Mr. Charles Korecki

Mr. Aiesha L. Motley

Mrs. Donna Musci

Miss Jamie N. Neal '11

Mr. Steven J. Neal

Mrs. Corinne Newcome

Mr. John E. Norris '96

Ms. Janet O'Driscoll

Mr. Steven Oldenburg

Mr. Tom Orosz

Miss Janet Osborne

Mrs. Mary Beth Pelc

Rev. Donald J. Petkash, S.J.

Mr. James Petticord

Mr. Aaron Pettirgrew

Mr. Joseph P. Petzker '85

Mr. Michael J. Petzker

Mrs. Julie Puckett

Mrs. Jane Rafferty

Mr. Gerald B. Rardin '72

Mr. Nicholas Ratay

Mr. Matthew M. Redmond '09

Mrs. Megan Regan

Mrs. Paula Reilman

Mrs. Kristen Rozman

Mr. Jason A. Ruegg '96

Mr. Gary D. Rybka

Mrs. Barb Salata

Mr. Eric M. Salek

Mrs. Bernadette B. Salley

Mrs. Nicole Salupo

Mrs. Kathleen Sarazin

Mr. Don Schaal

Miss Katherine M. Schoen '16

Ms. Gayle Schumhl

Mr. Mark D. Schweter

Dr. Feliesha Shelton -Wheeler

Mr. Max Shiplett

Mrs. Janet Shriver

Ms. Sandra Spellman

Miss BreeOnna Springer

Mr. Christopher J. Stoffl '08

Mr. James Storad

Ms. Melissa Sturm

Rev. Ken Styles, S.J.

Mrs. Margaret Tabone

Mrs. Kathryn Tate

Ms. Denise Tinfina

Mr. Cesar Toala Veloz

Mrs. Kelly (Steurer) Vanas '98

Mrs. Eileen M. Varnish

Mr. Dan Vaughn

Mr. Joe Vecchio '05

Mrs. Rachel Vidd

Ms. Pamela Vineyard

Ms. Cheril Walker

Mr. Christopher J. Walker '73

Ms. Lee Ann Wallace

Mrs. Lori Walsh

Ms. Melein Wang

Ms. M.J. Wojno

Dr. Douglas H. Worthington

Mr. George Wright '10

Ms. Anna Wyss

Ms. Barbara Yedidsion

Live Auction Rules

Laws and Ohio Revised Code per the Ohio Department of Agriculture

COCKTAIL HOUR PRE LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

1. Tableside Bourbon Tasting

Enjoy a table-side tasting featuring five handselected, exceptionally hard-to-find bottles of small-batch and single-barrel bourbons! The tasting includes a service presentation in custom drinkware on tasting boards designed exclusively for Walsh Jesuit High School’s 51st Gala. The tasting will be given at your table this evening and will feature a presentation with tasting notes from Walsh Jesuit Alumnus Jason Ruegg '96.

Included in the Tasting are:

McFaralane’s Reserve KY Street

Stillhouse Black Bourbon Happy Balls Bourbon Balls

Donated by: Manav Raj '88, Jason Ruegg '96

2. Tableside Wine Pairing

Sommeliers Gary Rybka (Who moonlights as a WJ Latin Teacher) and Dave Hornick (Who moonlights as a Pediatrician) will provide your table with an informative wine tasting throughout your dining experience this evening. You will have the opportunity to taste 14 wines handpicked by Gary and Dave. Whatever you don’t drink, feel free to take home with you. Make your surrounding tables jealous as you are offered wines from Napa, France, and around the world. Not only do you get to drink top-notch wines, but you also get the wit and banter from Gary and Dave. As soon as you win this prize, Gary and Dave will be over with

Picpoul.

Donated by: Gary Rybka and Dave Hornick

3.

Go ape for bananas with a special desert for your table.

Bananas Foster is a dessert made from bananas and vanilla ice cream, with a sauce made from butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, dark rum, and banana liqueur. The butter, sugar and bananas are cooked, and then alcohol is added and ignited. The bananas and sauce are then served over the ice cream.

Donated by: A Taste of Excellence

Bananas Foster Dessert

Nulu Double Oaked Bourbon McFarlane’s Reserve 4 Grain McFarlane’s Reserve Select

Pre-Live Auction will take place in the Commons during Cocktail Hour

LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

1. VIP Courtside Cavs Tickets

It's time for a new chapter with the Wine and Gold. Put your feet to the hardwood and get your swish on with two (2) VIP Floor seats to a 2023-24 Cleveland Cavaliers game. Includes access to the Lexus Signature Lounge with complimentary dining and liquor. A true VIP experience.

Donated by: Courtney '02 & Brock '97 Steere

as a vast array of the highest-quality Blue Heron beers on tap and to-go. With an experienced and enthusiastic staff in the kitchen, the focus is on freshness and vibrant flavors by using superior-quality ingredients to make appetizers, sandwiches and entrees. You and seven (7) of your guests can enjoy a private beer tasting and meal at Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center with WJ President, Karl Ertle and Mrs. Ertle. Taste award winning beers in a beautiful atmosphere.

Donated by: Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center, Dawn & Bill Rini, Lynne & Ben Erjavec, Heather & Mike Piazza

3. Name the Dome –Dome, Da, Dome, Dome, Dooome ...

Karl Ertle at Blue Heron –Oh Hoppy Day!

Set in the beautiful undulating valleys of Medina County, Blue Heron Brewery is an artisanal brewery that makes flavorful beers in the most flavorful styles. Blue Heron Brewery has gained the reputation of being one of the best regional breweries, winning awards in various beer competitions. The brewpub offers fun, adventurous dishes that capture the flavor of the seasons, as well

Name the WJ Dome for the 2023-2024 school year. A sign with your family or company name will hang above the entrance to the Dome. Use the included Family athletic pass to root for our Warriors during the 2023-2024 sports seasons.

Donated by: Walsh Jesuit High School

4. Who Let the Dawgs Out?

Grab your chance to watch our Brownies take a victory with two (2) Club Seats to a Cleveland Browns' Game in the 2023-2024 Season. Get in the game with food, drink, and all the latest team updates

2. Dinner with President

at the the ESPN Cleveland VIP Tailgate {two (2)Tickets} followed by time on the sidelines with two (2) field passes at First Energy Stadium. Game based on availability and mutually agreed upon between ESPN Cleveland and the recipient.

Donated by: ESPN Cleveland

6. Graduation Package –The Tassel was Worth the Hassle

Hold your applause and break out the tissues. Your senior is graduating and ready for a new adventure! On Sunday, June 4th, be your 2023 graduate’ s number-one fan by celebrating in style. Save time parking with the reserved parking pass at EJ Thomas. Then, your party of ten will enjoy premium seating in Row A of the Grand Tier Section at EJ Thomas. Promised to be the best seat in the house to witness your graduate walk across the stage.

5. John Carroll University Tuition Grant–Four Good Years, One Great Life

John Carroll University Tuition GrantContinue the tradition of Jesuit education with a $12,000 tuition only grant from John Carroll University. Grant to be evenly distributed over the course of the full-time undergraduate student's enrollment at John Carroll University (not to exceed 4 years). Based on the student's class level for the 20232024 school year, disbursement is as follows:

a. Freshman - $3,000 per year for 4 years

b. Sophomore - $4,000 per year for 3 years

a. Junior - $6,000 per year for 2 years

b. Senior - $12,000 or 1 year

c. Recipient must apply and be accepted to JCU, other restrictions apply. Donated by: John Carroll University

Donated by: Walsh Jesuit High School

7. Akron RubberDucks Owner for a Day What the Quack?

Be the Akron RubberDucks

Owner for a day and get a suite at Canal Park for a 2023 or 2024 Akron RubberDucks game (date mutually agreeable). Throw out the First Pitch before the game! Enjoy an inning in the Audio Technica Broadcast booth with RubberDucks broadcasters Marco Lanave and Jim Clark. Get Aa VIP Tour of the ballpark and the opportunity to go on the field for batting practice (if available). Dinner for up to 8 in the Champions Club (food, beer, wine included).

Donated by: Akron RubberDucks

Alma Mater

Walsh Jesuit, alma mater, we raise our voice to thee; Thy cross and crown above us shine to guide us faithfully. With a warrior’s heart and spirit, and Heaven’s grace untold, May we be worthy of thy mission, fit to wear the maroon and gold

Zachary Gustafson '96, composer

LIVE AUCTION ITEMS C ON T

A total of 8 guests will be welcomed into the Jesuit home for faith and fellowship with Fr. Don Petkash, S.J., Fr. Ken Styles, S.J., and Fr. Chris Fronk, S.J. in the Jesuit home. Come together to reflect and share experiences to "find God in all things." Pray for grace to see all things new in Christ. The Warrior Gala Director and Chair Couples will prepare and serve appetizers, cocktails, dinner and dessert for the group. Date and time to be mutually agreed upon.

Donated by: The WJ Jesuit Community

Luxury vacation home getaway for up to 14 People in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. Seven night stay in a 7,250 square foot luxury home in a secluded community adjacent to Chalk Shores National Park.

The tropical setting of Blue Island Villa will take your breath away with its turquoise waters that sparkle amidst white sand beaches.

This puppy will bring joy to your home for years to come! This sweet little four-legged bundle of joy will be the perfect addition to your family.

Donated by: Pick of the Litter

Features include waterfront location, private pool w/outdoor kitchen, deck areas and a private boat dock perfect for kayaking (kayaks provided) on Chalk Sound. The home comes with a house manager and daily cleaning staff and features seven designer decorated suites, with private bathrooms (some with private balconies).

Terms of Use: All stays are Saturday to Saturday and good for one year from date of auction.

Donated by: Luxury Escapes International

WJparents, families, alumni, and supporters are you aware that every student is receiving a $2,237 tuition grant? This amount is referred to as the "Tuition Gap". Our paddle raise for this year is to fund the gap. This activity is to help offset the difference between the actual cost of a WJ education and the amount parents are charged for tuition. Essentially every student begins the year with the $2,237 grant.

NOW IS THE TIME TO R AISE YOUR PADDLES!

8. Dinner with the Incoming President and the Jesuit Community

9. He’s (or she’s) got Puppy-dog Eyes

10. Blue Island Villa Getaway in Turks & Caicos

11. Fund the Gap

People are at the heart of what we do.

Every day, while we’re bustling about our lives, it can be easy to get so focused that we forget to stop and appreciate this place: our community. At Huntington, we see it as our responsibility to not just appreciate the Greater Akron area, but to always be looking for ways to make it better. That’s why we’re making a number of investments right here. Check them out at huntington.com/Community. Because when our communities thrive, we all live better.

Oregistration, then enter your bidder # and your smartphone will display 6 button

Category, All Items, Make a Donation, Enter the amount that you would like to bid on that item.

• BidPal shows when you are outbid and allows you to set a maximum bid on any particular item!

You may bid on Silent Auction items any time during the Gala until the closing announcement is made.

• In the event of a dispute, the auction official shall determine the winning bidder.

• Bidders can determine if they had winning bids by checking their smartphone (My Items). Gift items can be picked up at their respective booths by presenting paid receipts provided by the

cashiers in Commons or your smartphone if you have chosen to have your receipt emailed to yourself, 15 minutes after closing.

• Any bidder not making arrangements for payment in full on the night of the auction may forfeit his right to purchase the item.

• Unless otherwise specified, all auction items and services must be used within one year after the date of the auction

• Stated values of auction items are donors ’ estimates. For tax purposes, your charitable deduction is limited to the excess of the contribution over the declared retail value. All sales are final and no exchange or refund will be honored unless specifically indicated.

• By his or her purchase, the buyer waives any claims for liability against either Walsh Jesuit High School or the donor of the property or services, and neither Walsh Jesuit High School nor the donor is responsible for any personal injuries or damages to property that may result from the utilization of property or services sold.

LIVE AUCTION CHECKOU T:

Cashier available in the Commons by the Theater doors at 10:15 pm.

SILENT AUCTION CHECK OUT:

Check out at each Silent Auction table where your item is located

SILENT AUCTION ITEM DONORS

Gift of Gold

Dr. Lisa A. Baylor

Mr. Cameron C. Cabot '14

Ms. Catherine Campensa

Mr. Karl J. Ertle, II

Mr. Michael Gladstone

Mr. Brian Kudro

Home & Garden

Anonymous Gifts

Mr. & Mrs. Badie Alnemr

Brecksville Florist

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony C. Burke '87

Ms. Erika E. Chaveco

Ms. Caitlin M. Clair '06

Mr. & Mrs. Craig A. (Meegan Krutky '97)

Demagall

Ms. Erin E. Foley

Mrs. Paula Fyda

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy W. Glover

Grace Brother's Landscaping, Inc. -

Mr. & Mrs. Donald T. Grace and

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin J. Grace

High Spirit Candle Company

Dr. Jeffrey D. Hord & Dr. Patricia M. Hord

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Imhoff

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Jamison

Ms. Bethany R. Johnson

Jones Group Interiors, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Klonk

Lewis Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Christian Lisle

Lock 15 Brewery

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Mackey

Dr. Gregory T. McCune '90

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Moore

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher A. Scala '75

Sherwin-Williams Co.

Mr. Michael Slawienski & Mrs. Liesl Bigge

Mr. & Mrs. Rob L. Snow

Mr. & Mrs. Todd Stadler

Suncrest Gardens

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Swboni

Mrs. Mary Truax

Vignettes

WJ Sophomore Class Football Team

Mr. & Mrs. Bradley Yates

SILENT AUCTION ITEM

Anonymous Gifts

Brecksville Dermatology

Dr. Georgann A. Poulos

Don Basch Jewelers

The Laurice Skincare & Cosmetics LLC

Anonymous Gifts

Mr. & Mrs. Badie Alnemr

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Arnold

Dr. Daniel Bestic

Bronzed A Sunless Spa

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy M. Burke, Jr.

Miss Alexa M. Catanzarite '25

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Clemens

Mr. & Mrs. Tim Conti

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Delfre

Dr. Justin Eggleston & Dr. Lisa Eggleston

Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan A. Fedak

Mr. & Mrs. Steven A. Fellenstein

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Fisher

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Fletcher

Mr. & Mrs. Todd M. Folden

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony D. Frammartino

Mrs. Paula Fyda

Gavin Scott Salon& Spa - Stow

Gracylane

Grants Lightning Service

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Herbele

Salon Sara Fraraccio

Salon Savage - Akron

Severance - The Cleveland Orchestra

Mr. & Ms. Philip Slaght

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin J. Sloan

Mr. & Mrs. Rob L. Snow

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Potpourri Continued from p. 50

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy M. Burke, Jr.

Mr. & Mrs. Peter J. Calleri

Camp Christopher

Mr. & Mrs. Richard A. Ciccarone '70

The Cleveland Browns

Cleveland Monsters

Miss Annie E. Cors '24

Kings Island

Gurley Leep Automotive - Notre Dame

Mr. & Mrs. Gerald A. Lutkus

Mr. & Mrs. David I. Mansbery

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel W. Margheret

Miss Danielle N. Margheret '13

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SILENT AUCTION ITEM DONORS CON T

Mr. & Mrs. Neil S. McHale

Meritech

Mr. Brian J. Miller '93

Mr. & Mrs. Bryan J. Mineard

Ms. Carrie Minor - Minor Family

The Misch Family

Mr. & Mrs. Jon Mitchell

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mohlenkamp

Northwestern Mutual -

Mr. & Mrs. Robert C. Lann

Paramount of Medina

Playhouse Square

Pure Barre of Hudson

Mr. & Mrs. William R. Reilly

Mr. Brian Shoman

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin J. Sloan

Snow Trails Winter Resort

Mr. & Mrs. Michael S. Sweeney

Tru Barre

Western Reserve Historical Society

Ms. Beth Winquist

Mr. & Mrs. Mike Woods

Student

Anonymous Gifts

Dr. & Mrs. Paulo Borges

Mr. Timothy M. Burke '22

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy M. Burke, Jr.

Camp Christopher

Miss Carmela G. Ciccolini '22

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Clemens

Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Davis

Miss Emma R. Demming '21

Mr. & Mrs. Steven A. Fellenstein

Mr. & Mrs. Steven Fernandez

Miss Emyrson R. Flora '23

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Freilino

Miss Natalia M. Griffiths '22

Hutch Sports

Ironman

Jewelry Art

Miss Annie M. McIlroy '22

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mohlenkamp

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Morselli

Mr. & Mrs. Peter M. Reagan '83

Saint Louis University

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel J. (Sarah Helsel '98) Schrag '98

Mr. Michael T. Siegrist '22

Mr. & Ms. Philip Slaght

Miss Natalie Susa '24

University of Dayton

Walsh Jesuit High School

Western Reserve Music

Mr. & Mrs. TJ Weyls

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey A. Witherite

Xavier University

Zones Parties 3 & 3b Donors

Mr. & Mrs. Michael E. Kostensky '77

Mr. & Mrs. David L. Sharp '90

Mr. & Mrs. Keith J. Snock '80

Mr. Joseph V. Spain & Ms. Beth R. Spain

Attorneys

and Counselors

Our Attorneys

Jack Morrison, Jr. • Jack W. Morrison '97 • Thomas M. Saxer

James S. Simon • Scott E. Mullaney • Erika R. Finley • Antonia E. Carbone

Joshua R. Vaughan • Christine M. Faranda • Nicholas A. Panagopoulos II • Suzanne M. Gradisher One Cascade Plaza, Suite 1510 Akron, Ohio 44308 Phone (330) 762-2411 • Facsimile (330) 762-9918

Tuition Assistance and Scholarships

The Arrupe/HSPT Scholarship Program

Pedro Arrupe was the 28th Superior General of the Jesuits following Vatican II, and has been called the "second Ignatius." He is known for his passion for social justice. Arrupe challenged Jesuit alumni to be "men for others," which has become the hallmark for Jesuit schools across

s HSPT scholarships recognize students who score a 90 -99 on the Walsh Jesuit admissions/placement test. Recipients earn awards between $250 - $5,000 annually and must maintain strong academic and behavioral standards to renew it annually.

St. John de Brébeuf, S.J. Merit Scholarship

, S.J. was a French Missionary with a notable gift for languages. He spent several years living amongst the Huron Indian Tribe and devoted his time to learning the Huron He was a leader among the Jesuit martyrs known for his service,

s St. John de Brébeuf Merit Scholarship recognizes students based on their Academics, Extracurricular Activities, Fine Arts, and Service. Recipients earn up to $1,000 annually and must maintain strong academic and behavioral standards to be eligible each year.

Emmaus Sponsor: A Student Program

The Emmaus Program is designed to help students who begin their journey at Walsh Jesuit in the greatest need of tuition assistance. Need is determined by family income and expenses, including Catholic school tuition. With this program, the journey through Walsh Jesuit is made possible through the combined efforts of the student, his or her family, the school, and a tuition sponsor. The sponsor's tuition commitment ranges from partial to full tuition for four years.

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The Xavier Scholars Program

The Xavier Scholarship is available to students from ethnically diverse backgrounds. This unique program promotes academic excellence, fosters unity, and provides leadership and service opportunities. Students earn credits up to $3,000 as they serve and commit to growth in their spiritual and intellectual development. They are renewable each year and are contingent upon a student’s acceptable grades, service and

The Warrior Fund is Walsh Jesuit's annual campaign to support the school. Funds raised through the Warrior Fund help offset the difference between the actual cost to educate a student at Walsh Jesuit and our tuition. Gifts to the Warrior Fund benefit all students of Walsh Jesuit and proceeds from Warrior Gala go directly to the Warrior Fund.

The Ignatian Fund

Some families of Walsh Jesuit students suffer a serious financial setback during their 4 years at WJ. These setbacks are typically caused by job loss, a health issue, or the death of a parent. Oftentimes these families experience unexpected financial strain and are unable to pay their bills. The Ignatian Fund helps these families continue their Walsh Jesuit education during these times of difficulty.

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GIFT GATHERING PARTIES

GIFT GATHERING PARTIES CON T

LEAST

Fitzgibbons, Arnold & Co.

Frantz Ward LLP

Fred Martin Auto Group

Gerstenmaier Pediatric Dentistry

Impact Landscaping

The K Company

Kaczmar Architects Inc.

KeyBank

Keystone Veterinary Clinic & Creekside Family Dentistry

Klaben Family Foundation