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ELEVATING Perhaps one of the most significant projects that Edgewood High School has embarked on in its 135-year history is the installation of a new main elevator that will be centrally located and serve nearly every level of the school.

When we are young, learning to

walk is a cherished milestone. As we grow older it gives us independence and the ability to explore new places and meet new people. Mobility and accessibility are luxuries most of us are afforded at birth. When faced with physical challenges that prevent us from getting where we need or want to go, it sets us off our mark.

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Edgewood High School has been a special place for more than 135 years,

but with 8.5 levels, the building can be incredibly difficult to navigate. It’s daunting for students to maneuver from floor to floor on crutches or wheelchairs, or be isolated in the library for weeks and months at a time.

Elevators are important for those with respiratory issues or family members who would like to attend sporting events, presentations and performances that are only accessible by stairways.

Perhaps one the most significant projects

that Edgewood High School has embarked on in its 135-year history is the installation of a new main elevator that will be centrally located and serve 7.5 of the 8.5 levels.

Edgewood understands the importance of these critical changes to the facility, yet this access doesn’t come easily. As part of Edgewood’s “Building on Tradition” capital campaign, the school needs to raise nearly $1.2 million to provide this much-needed accessibility, which will enhance the experience for so many.

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Robert Kozarek ’07 was a stand-out Crusader football player whose life was forever changed just before his senior year at Edgewood. Learn more about his journey and how the Edgewood community came together to support him on page 3.

If you're interested in learning how you can help make Edgewood a place where accessibility isn't a barrier to students and others, contact Deborah Still, Director of Advancement, at 608.257.1023, x168 or deborah.still@edgewoodhs.org. Your gift will elevate the lives of many.

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WELCOME from the

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any times I am heard saying Edgewood is more than a building, it is a place where special people come together to do special things. I was reminded of this statement during registration. Since May, there have been a handful of staff,

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By: Mike Elliott �77

Edgewood –– special people coming together to do special things.

For multiple reasons I think we can call our 2018-19 school year, a building year.

It gives me great pride, excitement and thanks that we have begun building our

strong leadership built on a solid foundation. Our new principal, Beth Steffen, brings a solid foundation, great enthusiasm and new ideas to enhance the Edgewood education experience. Best of all? Our new students and parents joining the Edgewood community, current families

Out with the old, in with the new!

Construction of the new state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center began July 17.

President Mike Elliott '77 at the ground breaking of the new Performing Arts Center with Fine Arts staff members Carrie Backman '99, Serina Jolivette and Pamela (PH) Hanson-Stewart (left to right).

visitors and a lot of construction workers in the building. The flurry of activity has kept us all very busy, but the hallways of Edgewood are just not the same without our faculty, students and parents.

It was great to see the excitement of everyone being together again. It was fun to hear the stories of trips, jobs and camps being exchanged. It was rewarding to hear how excited everyone is about Edgewood, everything that is going on and how bright the future can be.

I am not sure there is another school in the country with as much opportunity for change and improvement. A new principal, new faculty, new students and parents, all bringing new ideas and new life to Edgewood. That is what makes 2

long awaited and much needed elevator.

As I look out my window I can see the walls of the old Auditorium coming down, I could not help but remember the times I performed on the stage, in plays and in show choir. I have to admit, it was a bit emotional until I looked at the sketches on my walls of the new Performing Arts Center. It will be a spectacular addition to our beautiful old building and to all it offers us in functionality and program improvements.

Combining the old with the new is not just happening on the outside. New faculty and staff will start this school year by helping us think outside of our box to be bold and creative and to build on our traditions and reputation. For a good school to become great there must be

with a new student and new families to Edgewood are our life blood. When we combine all of these, we create a stronger Edgewood, today and in the future.

The new elevator will give access to nearly every level of the school.

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“To be able to rely on a community was extremely important for me to get back to normality. Without that community, I don’t think I’d be in a place where I am now,” said Kozarek.

THE EDGEWOOD COMMUNITY in ACTION

Understanding that carrying him between floors wasn’t a long-term solution, the school moved his classrooms to the first floor so Robert could heal both physically and emotionally.

Pictured above: Robert Kozarek �07 with Jake Kolb �07 and Nick Palm �07 during a trip to Europe. Kozarek suffered a spinal cord injury the summer before his senior year at Edgewood.

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n the summer of 2006, Robert Kozarek ’07 was driving home when his car hit a slick of water and careened off the road, resulting in instant paralysis. As an athletic, outgoing, soon-to-be senior, this loss was devastating. In the Edgewood way, his teammates, coaches, faculty and friends lifted up his wheelchair to help him get to classes.

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“What Edgewood High School is doing (by building this elevator and providing ADA accessibility) speaks volumes for the goals they’re trying to achieve,” says Kozarek. “That everyone can access education and that everyone feels welcome. Never underestimate the importance of access. You’re giving someone an education. You’re giving someone friendship.”

A video about Robert's story is available at edgewoodhs.org/robert.

A time capsule was discovered during renovation construction in early July.

Left by students after September 11, 2001, it contained a photograph of the members of the class of 2004, as well as letters written by Ethan Brown, Liam Dale, Ben Shimanski, Lyndsy Allen, Sabra Ablakovic and Gina Cuva. Candy, a TV Guide and the Wisconsin State Journal were also inside.

The letters will be mailed back to the graduates, per their request.

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What advice do you give for anyone who wants to pursue an education career?

A LIFETIME of

Growney: It is just a wonderful vocation.

It’s a 24-hour job in my opinion. You’re constantly thinking “How can I help students?” You try your best to expose them to as many challenges and opportunities as possible as young adolescents and see how they respond. Young, sporadic minds are a blast and extremely enjoyable to be around.

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ecently, Edgewood experienced significant change as we bid a fond farewell to three outstanding individuals with a combined 105 years of faithful service to our school: art teacher Mark Thering, math teacher Cathi Shaughnessy and Principal Bob Growney.

They left an indelible mark on the academic experience for many students, faculty and staff… we asked them to reflect about their time at Edgewood: What comes to mind when you reflect on your work as a teacher and faculty here?

Principal Bob Growney (34 years, 20 as principal): My relationships with parents. Parents play a key role in their students’ lives more and more, especially today. I’ve tried to emphasize that, and importantly to get across the value of the dollar they spend to send their child here. As an administrator, I’ve tried to ensure the right faculty hires to make sure we have quality staff that can challenge our students beyond what they think they can be challenged with.

Promoting excellence is what Edgewood has always done, and will continue to do.

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Cathi Shaughnessy (27 years, math teacher): EHS is fun and easy! The people who are eager to work here reflect our

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Dominican values. Those shared values make it easy to work with coworkers and also the students. We have very special friendships and camaraderie amongst faculty that transcends busy times and stressful situations. The student interactions keep you young! I will miss interacting with people I’ve come to know and work with here the most.

"It’s wonderful to see how students perceive spirituality, how they perceive religion today and what that means to them."

– Principal Bob Growney

Mark Thering (44 years, art teacher): I didn’t know what to expect when I first started here and I felt a little overwhelmed. I certainly had no idea what was involved to set up for the old Edgefest events especially with preparing all street signs, banners, painting big garbage barrels, tent signs and boards.

For a time the administration loaned me a Sister from the Religion department to help get all the work done! I think back on all the changes that have taken place over my time, and how we continue to inspire students using fundamental art concepts even with all the technology around us.

Shaughnessy: I think the number one quality you need is patience. The diversity of learning styles among students and the ability and willingness to learn from your students what their needs are requires patience. Then the ability to adapt that into your teaching style.

Thering: I would say to anyone looking to be an art teacher that art definitely has its place even with all the technology happening everywhere. I don’t think it’s a dying form of learning, but rather it’s a way to relax the mind and for students to use their imagination to express themselves either in 2D or 3D. What is your best memory of Edgewood?

Growney: First thing that comes to mind is our liturgies, and right next to that is our pep-rallies. There’s a lot of energy at both of those venues. When you think of our liturgies, between our prayer services, our liturgies really are student driven with fantastic help from our campus ministry staff. It’s wonderful to see how students perceive spirituality, how they perceive religion today and what that means to them.

Shaughnessy: When I first started I didn’t know the Dominican Values and it was something that maybe didn’t really seem as visible to me then as it is now.

I think hanging our values on flags

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Principal Bob Growney 1985 yearbook photo

outside, on the gymnasium wall, the beautiful mosaic along the first floor hallway and how we keep these in the forefront with our student retreats are vital to our school. I’ve come to realize our roots in these tenets really make this place what it is. It is great they are so visible today. Our Dominican values will help us get through whatever changes happen to the educational landscape for Edgewood long after I leave.

Thering: When I came for my interview, the front door was locked. Then a student who was walking by let me know the Bishops doors are only used for graduation and led me in the proper door. I then met with then Principal Sr. Kathleen O'Connell and asked her in the interview, “Is there a future for a white, male teacher from UW here at Edgewood or will I be eventually replaced by a nun?” She looked at me directly and said, “Oh no, there’s definitely a future here for you!”

She was right.

Cathi Shaughnessy 1996 yearbook photo

What do you hope to be remembered for during your time at Edgewood?

Growney: I’ve always measured my personal success by where I see our graduates go to college and how Edgewood played a part in their life.

I am most proud of their accomplishments.

Shaugnessy: Our math team accomplishments are very near and dear to me, of course, but I’d also like to be remembered for getting our students to realize math can be a positive experience, even in a negative equation!

Thering: I hope to be remembered for being a good art teacher and as a great set designer for the theater productions. I donated a lot of my life to this school and 44 years is a long time! I also produced 44 yearbooks. I am very proud our yearbooks during my time are complete from cover-to-cover, from the first day to last day of the school year, including all spring sports and graduation day.

"I’ve come to realize our roots in these tenets really make this place what it is."

– Cathi Shaughnessy

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Mark Thering 1975 yearbook photo

What are your retirement plans?

Growney: Fishing, and lots of reading for pleasure. I’ve had to read mostly for work purposes, so I’m looking forward to catching up on some fun reading.

And, also lots of stacking and splitting firewood.

Shaughnessy: I am definitely looking forward to have more time to relax and spend time with our grandchildren.

I would love to visit areas of eastern Canada and explore Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa.

Thering: I want to fix up my basement and do landscaping. My wife is still working so travel will have to wait a bit, but I enjoy darts and look forward to working on my golf game.

Edgewood High School is grateful for their many years of dedication to our school. We wish them the very best in retirement!

"I would say to anyone looking to be an art teacher that art definitely has its place even with all the technology happening everywhere."

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After graduating from UW–Madison in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree in physics, Fahey earned a Ph.D. in physics from Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla.

he supportive faculty and staff at Edgewood started David Fahey '71 down a path that literally changed the world. As one of the leading climate scientists, conducting research on climate change and air quality, Fahey has been instrumental in providing the scientific basis of the Montreal Protocol, perhaps the single most successful international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances responsible for its depletion.

Fahey currently researches atmospheric trace gases and aerosols effect on climate change. He directs a laboratory at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is often the authority on global warming and its causes. He is also an author of the 2017 Climate Science Special Report of the US National Climate Assessment, which concludes that human activity is the cause of observed global warming. This report outlines the current status of climate change, anticipated outcomes for the future (in the form of flooding, heat waves and poor air quality) and ways to combat global warming for the future.

Fahey’s academic adventure began with advanced math and science classes at EHS. He studied courses in math at Edgewood College, literally walking down to the college a couple days a week to do calculus. He appreciates his teachers affording him the opportunity to study at the college.

“Math teachers and guidance counselors recognized it was a launching point into college.”

Sister Alphonsine, an outspoken and proactive nun, was a guidance counselor at the time and Fahey remembers being in her office (for good reasons). She advised him to attend UW-Madison, which he did. “I have fond memories of Sr. Joan Brickacek's physics class because that is when my long term interest in physics began,” said Fahey.

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LEADING GLOBAL CHANGE By: Julie Ward

While at UW-Madison Fahey continued to solve problems. Under the guidance of physics professor Wilmer Anderson, Fahey was tasked with building a complex laboratory instrument, and during his tenure, learned how to conduct research.

Now in the last phase of his career, mentoring and guiding a new generation is his focus. He knows the world needs young people, they just need the opportunity to shine. His advice for those just starting out? “Go forth and do something important for the world… and don’t wait for permission.”

Read the Climate Science Special Report, which is an assessment of the science of climate change, at science2017.globalchange.gov.

At Edgewood, you learn what matters. Beyond unparalleled academics, accessible athletic opportunities and the chance to express yourself through the arts, Edgewood instills values tied to truth, compassion, justice, community and partnership. This is truly at the heart of the Edgewood experience. Learn more about our school's values and the admissions process at edgewoodhs.org/admissions or call us today at 608.257.1023, x134.

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udos go to Kristin Kiley and Joana Pashaj, who finished first in Wisconsin’s Crystal Growing Contest, organized by the Molecular Structure Laboratory at the UW-Madison Department of Chemistry. No one from EHS has ever won this statewide competition, which includes 300 entries judged by scientists who

By: Julie Ward

even picked up chemistry as well as I have if I had attended another school. This same pattern can be seen across Edgewood, the pattern of teachers inspiring students to love a subject,” said Joana.

“This experience could not have happened at any other school. The

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A "RELAY" GREAT SPORTS YEAR We are celebrating a winning sports year with many accomplishments on and off the court (and field!). Here are a few highlights: WINTER 2017: Boys Swim/Dive State Runner-up Dance Team – Division IV Southern Regional Champions SPRING 2018: Boys Golf, Boys Tennis & Girls Soccer Conference Champions Boys Tennis – Division II, State Champions Boys Golf State – Division II State Champions OTHER INDIVIDUAL AWARDS: Caitlyn Link '18: WIAA Scholar Athlete and Pat Richter Triple Threat Award recipient

Kristin Kiley '19 and Joana Pashaj '19 won the statewide competition, Wisconsin's Cyrstal Growing Contest

are experts in crystallography.

Although it seems simple, growing the state’s largest and highest-quality single crystal isn’t crystal clear. The two went through many rounds of growing in the back of Eric Pantano's classroom, making many crystals that eventually broke or were discarded due to poor quality. They devoted everyday to the project, visiting during their off-mods for two months. They named the crystals after friends and submitted Aaron and Brett to the competition.

“I am so grateful to have Mr. Pantano as my teacher and mentor, and it makes me wonder if I would have

Kelly Rodriguez '18: WIAA State Swimmer of the Year and Wisconsin Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association Swimmer of the Year

close teacher relationships paved the way. Pantano made this happen 110 percent,” said Kristin.

Ben Stitgen '21: State Diving Champion and State Diver of the Year

Up next, the crystal will be sent to the International Space Station U.S. National Lab through a partnership with the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) and their Space Station Explorers (SSE) education program. Once aboard the space station, the students and CASIS team will continue to experiment on the crystal and analyze how no gravity affects growth. Afterwards, a report will be included in the CASIS quarterly magazine.

Shane Ryan '18: Jeff Sauer Humanitarian Award Winner Truman TeDuits '20 : WIAA State Boys Swim Champion Carter Hottmann '18: First Team All-State and all-time leading goal scorer for Edgewood Connor Cruz '18: First Team Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association All-State player and Tauscher/Vetter Servant Leadership Award winner

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FINDING

By: Julie Ward

Diana Shulla-Cose '84 is the founder of one of the first charter schools in Chicago, educating almost 1,800 students from under-resourced communities. Her teaching philosophy is closely tied to the Dominican Values she learned at

Edgewood High School, which focuses on the whole student. She believes we can find common ground when we all strive to be open-minded, knowing there is great value in taking the time to help another person.

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iana Shulla-Cose ‘84 knows the importance of a values-based education, a belief that started with her time at Edgewood High School. She is dedicated to creating a social and emotional learning environment that inspires middle and high school students to achieve academic and personal excellence as the co-founder and president of Perspectives Charter Schools on the southside of Chicago.

Shulla-Cose leads a network of five high-performing, tuition-free schools, serving nearly 1,800 students who enroll in college at a rate more than 15 points higher than the city average.

The backbone of Shulla-Cose’s schools is the culture. Just as Edgewood taught Shulla-Cose social and relationship skills, her curriculum revolves around 26 ethical principles entitled A Disciplined Life.

These principles guide student behavior and performance, focusing on the whole student and motivating all students to grow in every facet of their lives.

A Disciplined Life gives them the tools to be an ethical leader and teaches them to support others to do the same.

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“You’re going to get a different graduate when you spend 20 hours a week studying A Disciplined Life. Ethical leadership is

fostered. We need that more than ever.

That’s the link back to Edgewood. The importance of being a good human being,” Shulla-Cose said.

Shulla-Cose believes everyone has a social responsibility to be a voice for marginalized communities—we are responsible to do more if we’ve been given more. And when we don’t, we’re failing the education structure and humanity.

“It’s about being open-minded, constantly recognizing the privilege of our skin color every single day. It’s hard to do that when we live in a homogeneous community, evolving our understanding of difference and race.

It’s a life-long journey to recognize where we fit,” Shulla-Cose said.

This philosophy ties back to EHS’s academic initiative and 2018-19 school leadership theme of justice through diversity and inclusion. To support this theme, the All-School Read this year is “Dear Martin,” a tale about an Ivy-League bound African-American student who becomes a victim of racial profiling. The purpose of reading this book is for the EHS student body, faculty and community to exchange ideas about racism and to ask how our intersecting identities shape our perspectives.

Shulla-Cose was awarded the Dominican Award for Service to Humanity from EHS in 2016, is a contributing columnist for Smart Business online and published an article for the Bright website on innovation in education. She is also the executive producer of the “I Am for Peace” documentary, which features U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and performer Jennifer Hudson and was a nominee for 100 Women Making a Difference in Chicago. To learn more about Shulla-Cose, A Disciplined Life and Perspective Charter Schools, visit pcsedu.org.

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CHALLENGE NOVEMBER 2-4, 2018 WHAT IS A FOUNDER’S DAY CHALLENGE? Last year we raised more than $44,000 during our Giving Tuesday campaign.

To honor Edgewood High School’s founder, Fr. Samuel Mazzuchelli, we are launching a Founder’s Day Challenge to celebrate the day of his birth.

We have set an ambitious goal for this 72-hour online giving challenge and together we can make it the single largest day of fundraising in the school's history, all to benefit Edgewood High School students and core academic programs.

With the help of our entire EHS Community – alumni, parents, students, faculty, trustees and friends – we can make a significant impact on the success of our students.

Your participation matters.

We are looking for generous challenge donors to put forth matching dollars to unlock additional funds for Edgewood High School.

Let's show the world what Edgewood can do when we all come together.

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A TRADITION of A TRADITION of

Why your gift to the Edgewood Annual Fund matters

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or more than a century, Edgewood High School has been committed to academic and personal success, preparing our students with the confidence, skills and character it takes to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

We also understand the need to keep the Edgewood experience affordable for more families in our community. To retain strong academic and co-curricular offerings, and to cover the gap between tuition and the actual cost to educate each student – nearly $2,500 per child each year – Edgewood High School must raise more than $1M for its Annual Fund.

For more than a century, we’ve relied on the generosity of parents, alumni, trustees, faculty and friends to accomplish this goal, since we do not receive federal, state or diocesan support.

We ask for 100% participation from parents and alumni to the annual fund, understanding only you can decide what is an appropriate gift for your family.

Donations of all levels are greatly appreciated. Leadership opportunities are available for current families who give $2,000 (Gap Circle), $5,000 (Four Front Maroon) and $10,000 (Four Front Gold) each year their child attends EHS. These gifts send a powerful message about the

value and impact of an Edgewood education and are the lifeline of this school.

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GI V E back!

When you make a gift to the Edgewood Annual Fund, you’re providing the school with a competitive advantage to pursue new faculty, retain seasoned professionals, maintain this beautiful campus and offer students opportunities to achieve their greatest potential. Edgewood has a long history of benefactors who understood the value of a Sinsinawa Dominican-based education and whose generosity helped provide more families with this experience.

Make an Annual Fund gift or pledge today and help Edgewood reach its goal!

Your gift has a direct and lasting impact on each and every student. You can give online or learn more about the Edgewood Annual Fund at edgewoodhs.org/support.

For more information, please contact Deborah Still, Director of Advancement at (608) 257-1023 x168 or deborah.still@edgewoodhs.org.

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1983

Stupid Dog "The Adventures of Diggz & Wrrrussel" is available on Amazon.

Share your story with us!

From new job to new baby, we want to hear from you!

Visit edgewoodhs.org/alumni to submit your news, or call 608.257.1023, x132.

David T. Holm and his family live in Houston, Texas, where David is on the administration of the Kinkaid School.

He supervises all athletics at Kinkaid, a private K-12 school.

1988

Matthew W. Tieman received his JD from New York University School of Law in May. In addition, he earned recognition as a managing editor of Law Review and as a Jacobson Leadership Program in Law and Business scholar. Matthew will begin working for the New York law firm of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison in September.

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1965

Sr. Barbara A. Baehr, OP (Sr. Gretchen, OP) celebrated 50 years as a Sinsinawa Dominican on July 15, 2018. All Jubilee celebrations were held in Queen of the Rosary Chapel at the Sinsinawa Mound. Sr. Barbara lives in Spokane, Washington, where her ministry is teaching and nursing.

1971

Mary M. Harris and her sister, Donna E. Harris ’73, released their first book in December 2017. Stupid Dog:

The Adventures of Diggz and Wrrrussell is a children’s story about how to deal with bullies. It is available at amazon.com.

1982

Edward W. Kinney, who works for Settlers bank [sic] received recognition from WBD Inc. for his work in banking as a small business and commercial lender.

He was named as a WBD Elite Lending Partner, one of eight lenders selected this year for his success in helping arrange financing for businesses to grow in 2017.

Celebrating Class of 2018

OUTSTANDING STUDENTS • Average • More

ACT 26.0 :: Average GPA 3.65

than 26,250 service hours to community and school •2

National Merit Finalists/6 Commended

• 42%

attending top 100 universities and colleges

• 94%

directly entering post-secondary education

• 6%

on career/travel gap year or Junior Hockey

• 8.85M

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118 STUDENTS

in total offers :: 3.38M in accepted offers

Michael G. Walsh moved to Brooklyn, NY, where he is developing a computer app to help people engage more with family and friends, and is substitute teaching in public schools. Previously, he traveled internationally to raise awareness about blindness through a blog called Flight for Sight. He also worked for a time as a professional sports mascot.

2001

Johnny G. Walsh competed with 120 entrants to win the title of “Madison's Funniest Comic." He works at the law

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firm of Axley by day and performs regularly at the Comedy Club on State Street.

2004

Katie L. Elliott Johnson shot even-par 72 to finish at 2-over 146 and earn a 14-stroke victory in the championship flight at the Madison Women’s City tournament.

2008

Jamin D. Carlson graduated with a PharmD from the UW-Madison School of Pharmacy in May. He has accepted a pharmacist position with Walgreens.

2009

Middle School. Mark is now working as an occupational therapist on Washington state’s Olympic Peninsula.

2012

Michael P. Okas, who graduated from Loras College with an undergraduate degree in neuroscience, works as a research specialist at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He is active in local theater and has performed with the Midtown Theater in productions of It’s Only A Play, Plaid Tidings, and Broadway Bound. He also appeared in the Hitchcock thriller Dial M for Murder with the Footlight Players.

Thomas S. Holaday and Laura Lang Holaday ’09 live in Cincinnati, OH, where Tom completed his engineering program rotations and accepted a permanent position at GE Aviation headquarters, working on the largest jet engine ever made. Laura recently went to Japan for six weeks as part of her engineering position with Kao Products.

2011

Mark D. Holaday earned an MS in occupational therapy from Boston University in December, 2016. He celebrated the degree and successful certification by going to China to teach English for several months while also learning Chinese. He returned to Madison and worked as an occupational therapist for the Madison schools, used his Spanish at Nuestro Mundo Community School and his interest in the environment and urban agriculture at Badger Rock

ALUMNI COMMUNITY There are a variety of ways to become involved with the EHS Alumni Association!

Join our Young Alumni Group - Help us create vibrant opportunities for young alumni (those who graduated 20 years ago or less) in the Greater Madison area to network professionally, have an opportunity to give back to the community and have fun!

Road Trip with Us - Host an alumni gathering in your current city and celebrate our Edgewood bond and our shared Dominican Values.

2010

Noah T. Kachelski is a bassist and guitarist in a band based in Iowa.

He accompanied country singer Caitlyn Wolfe on a morning show radio program in January 2018, and works full-time for Dupaco Credit Union to support his diverse musical activities.

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Amy N. Davis 2015

Amy N. Davis, who runs on the women’s cross country and track teams at UW-Madison, was named 2018 Female Student-Athlete of the Year at the Buckingham Awards, the Wisconsin Athletic Department event held at Overture Center in Madison. The honor is based on Amy’s leadership, attitude, energy and contagious passion for the University. She has volunteered throughout her time as a student and athlete.

Amy holds the #3 place in school history for the 5000 meter, an event in which she received Second Team All-American honors at the 2018 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships.

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Be an Ambassador - Each EHS class is encouraged to have at least one person act as a personal touchpoint for information, classmate updates and all things Edgewood.

Get news first on all upcoming special events, news and Crusader happenings.

Become a member - To stay connected to Edgewood and all relevant happenings for alumni young and old by signing up as a lifetime member of the Alumni Association. Your support will help fund student grants and you will enjoy discounts at some Madison businesses.

Find out more by visiting edgewoodhs.org/alumni or emailing alumni@edgewoodhs.org.

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Second Annual Edgewood Soccer Alumni Game, Saturday, July 21, 2018, featured former players from ’89 through ’16 playing against incoming and current soccer team members. Organized by Dan Sarbacker ‘97 and Jennifer (Sarbacker) Stiklestad ‘00. Soccer alumni of all ages are welcome to join the next alumni game for July 2019 and should contact Coach Chris Martinelli ‘90 if you are interested, martinelliuw@gmail.com.

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Tess E. Hackworthy won her third consecutive Wisconsin State Women’s Open in June 2018, winning by four strokes over her closest competitor.

Tess is a student at UW-Madison and plays for their women’s golf team.

2018

Kelly M. Rodriguez, swimming for Badger Aquatics, finished third in the

3-kilometer swim in the open division for women at the Wisconsin Open Water championships.

the death of her husband, Roger. She now works in the Institutional Advancement Office of the College of Charleston.

FORMER FACULTY/STAFF

MARRIAGES

Sr. Margaret Ann (Eunice) Brennan, OP, who taught at EHS 1965-73, celebrated her 60th Jubilee as a Sinsinawa Dominican Sister.

Jan Okas, who worked in the General Office 2007-13, moved to Charleston, South Carolina, to be with family after

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Katie L. Elliott ’04 and Michael B. Johnson were married on March 10, 2018 at our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Madison. Katie is the daughter of EHS President Michael G. Elliott '77 and Susan McDaniel Elliott '78. The wedding party included other EHS graduates: Kristen M. Elliott Beckett '04, Alyssa S. Elliott Little '09 and Lindsay A. Koth '03. The Johnsons live in Fitchburg, WI. Shawn W. Tipple ’10 and Paige Albiero were married on February 10, 2018 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Madison. The Tipples are living in Milwaukee while Shawn is a dentistry student at Marquette University. The Class of 2010 was well represented in the wedding: Zachary Addamo was the best man and Samuel Daniels, Scott Hird, Scott Schlageter and Andrew Mott were all groomsmen.

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LIVING the CONGRATULATIONS

David M. Heilman ’69 Fine Arts Hall of Fame

Sr. Kathleen Loughrin, OP Alumni Appreciation Award

award winners! Please join us

Julie A. Bleifuhs Maiers ’84 Dominican Award for Service to Humanity

Katie Sturm and Lora Staveness Alumni Appreciation Award for 25 years at Edgewood

Sr. Judith “Judi” C. Schomisch, DC, ’60 Dominican Award for Service to Christian Education

Douglas H. Raftery ’72 Athletic Hall of Fame Award

to this year’s Living the Mission Sunday, October 28 at Nakoma Golf Club to honor this year’s recipients. Contact event

coordinator, James Listug at 608-257-1023, x132 to

reserve your seat today.

MONROE STREET CONSTRUCTION If managing our own construction projects wasn’t enough, Monroe Street is also undergoing improvements. New pavement, sidewalks, curbs and utilities are being installed, which means the street is down to one lane in one direction (heading east). This doesn’t mean you should avoid the area! Navigating Monroe Street is as simple as following street signs, and our neighborhood businesses appreciate your support.

Work should be completed

by November, 2018.

Thomas W. Coyle, ’57 Servant Heart Award

Class of 1998’s 20th Reunion

HOMECOMING WEEK e d ge w o o dh s . o rg / h o m e c o m i n g

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CRUSADER CONNECTION

Musings by Dennis McKinley

REFLECTIONS on DEPARTING

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s sure as the end of the school year brings graduation, so, too, it brings a time of saying good-bye to colleagues—faculty, staff, volunteers and administration— who are either retiring or moving on to other pursuits. I tell the departing seniors that I hope they have taken advantage of enjoying time together as a class because after they graduate from Edgewood and walk out through the Bishop’s Doors, they will never again be all together as a class. This is also true of those of us who have worked as a cohesive unit to educate our students. We will never be quite the

Pictured left: Dennis McKinley '63 with Diane Ballweg '71

same group again. In light of the seniors passing through the Bishop’s Doors and between the faculty lined up outside of the doors, the departing colleagues now also take a “fun run” between their colleagues in an unofficial new tradition.

As I think back on all my years at Edgewood, I know that no two school years have had the exact same chemistry among colleagues. Each year has had its distinct personality. I cannot begin to name all those whom I have been privileged to call friends and colleagues, but I know that

SUMMER 2018

I have served and continue to serve with some of the finest individuals for whom one could hope. Some were here only for a year while others, like departing principal, Bob Growney and art teacher, Mark Thering, count their tenure in decades.

Whatever the length of tenure, all take a bit of Edgewood with them and leave a bit of themselves with Edgewood. Thus, over Edgewood’s 137 years, the Edgewood tradition has been built not just through the students who have passed through here, but by the dedicated faculty, staff, volunteers and administration who have given part of their very lives in service to Edgewood through the grace of the Holy Spirit.

May God bless not only our departing seniors, but also all of those who have given of themselves to make an Edgewood High School Catholic education possible.

CALENDAR of AUGUST

25 25 SEPTEMBER 26

Athletic Hall of Fame

Crusader Kick-Off & Raffle

Edgewood in the Community

28 Homecoming Football Game at Breese Stevens OCTOBER

6 6

Fall Harvest Gathering

Class of 1988 30th Reunion

10 Edgewood Parent Book Club: Dear Martin 13 28 14

Day to Make a Difference Living the Mission

NOVEMBER 2-4

Founder’s Day Challenge

7

All Saints/Souls Memorial Liturgy

10

Class of 1952 Annual Reunion

4 Founder’s Day: Birthday of Fr. Samuel Mazzuchelli 9-11

EHS Fall Production, Leaving Iowa

DECEMBER

21 Mix and Mingle Holiday Reunion at Edgewater Hotel (All EHS Community Welcome) 22

EHS Basketball Reunion Game

CRUSADER CONNECTION

SUMMER 2018

THE ANNUAL REPORT Each year, we are incredibly grateful for the more than 2,000 alumni, parents, friends and businesses who contribute to our Edgewood High School.

These gifts help sustain Edgewood.

A list of benefactors can be found at edgewoodhs.org/support.

Building our community. Every family. Every year.

in MEMORIAM of our C O M M U N I T Y. . .

1938 Mary Ann Esser Wenger

3/26/2018

1957 Marilyn G. Smith Boltz

10/25/2017

1940 Philip E. Gorman

5/27/2018

1957 Ronald J. Cunningham

8/11/2018

1942 Kathryn E. Grady Bakken

5/2/2018

1958 John P. Malec, Jr.

5/12/2018

1942 Georgia A. Esser Wiverstad

5/7/2018

1958 James J. Statz

6/7/2018

1943 Patricia Crowley Blank

5/3/2018

1958 Frederick J. Stohl

8/8/2018

1943 Mary Ann Crase Raynoha

4/3/2018

1959 Shirley A. Mack Annen

3/8/2018

1944 Evelyn M. Leary Eichman

3/10/2018

1959 Thomas J. Gately

4/19/2017

1944 Joan L. Zeier Evans

2/21/2018

1959 Louise S. Andrewjeski Meixelsperger 6/29/2018

1945 Elvira P. Zander Sarbacker

6/1/2018

1959 James S. Yaudes

1946 Michael L. Dufek

12/19/2017

6/12/2016

1960 Rosemarie Schernecker Biel

11/27/2017

1946 Mary Lou Matts Jiru

4/12/2018

1960 Joanne M. Coyne Jackson

4/23/2018

1946 Doris M. Spahn Ripp

5/2/2018

1960 Marlen F. Junck, MD

2/1/2018

1947 John E. Raffel

4/21/2018

1960 Peter M. Wirig

7/12/2018

1947 John J. Roach

2/24/2018

1962 John T. Fitzgibbon

8/5/2018

1947 Lucy Belle Siberz Lunenschloss Sanna 2/18/2018

1963 Martha J. Donovan

5/12/2018

1947 Virginia Corcoran Ross Stephenson

7/24/2018

1963 Lt. Col. John E. Oswall

11/18/2017

1948 Robert P. Wipperfurth

6/8/2018

1963 Linda S. Way Schleicher

2/26/2018

1949 Mary Lou Mohrhauser Roach

8/5/2018

1963 John H. Uhalt

6/1/2018

1949 Edna F. Meisekothen White

12/11/2017

1966 Mark P. Nardini

6/7/2014

1950 Catherine M. Minter Effinger

3/6/2018

1966 J. Patrick Simpson

3/20/2018

1950 Rev. Donald J. Murray

5/1/2018

1967 Mark T. Monahan

12/19/2017

1951 Crystal R. Davis Benton

2/3/2017

1967 Michael K. Purcell

6/17/2018

1951 Donna J. Wartner Diederich

4/27/2018

1969 Patrick J. O'Rourke

7/28/2018

1951 Corrine M. Schlimgen Walz

1/11/2018

1970 Humphrey J. “Joe” Lynch

2/3/2018

1952 Marilyn E. Mackesey Sutter Tiller

3/31/2018

1981 Thomas G. Field

1/29/2018

1954 Virginia L. Wartner Roberts

3/9/2017

1984 Scott D. Driscoll

8/3/2018

1955 Jean M. Kage Andrews

8/14/2016

2004 Ross W. Hagens

2/27/2018

1955 Frances A. Dalton

3/19/2018

x 2010 Nathan J. Hocking

4/2/2018

1955 Richard H. Lund

2/21/2018

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2018-2019 EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Mark V. Afable, Vice Chairman American Family Insurance Chief Legal Officer Parent of Alumni Sam J. Ballweg ‘97 Endres Mfg. Co. President Matt T. Braun ‘94 Flad Development & Investment Corp.

VP/Investments Sharon M. Brolin Sinsinawa Dominican Associate Current Parent & Parent of Alumna Kristin N. Dewey ‘06 The QTI Group Executive Search Director

Sandra Docter Madison College Associate Dean, School of Health Education Parent of Alumni Michael G. Elliott ‘77 Edgewood High School President Parent of Alumnae

Gwendolyn L. Jones Madison College Marketing/Continuing Education Parent of Alumnus

Theodore “Ted” J. Richards Strand Associates, Inc. CEO Parent of Alumni

Thomas Klein Oakbrook Corporation Sr. Director, Commercial Real Estate Parent of Alumni

Jay R. Sekelsky Madison Investment Advisors, LLC Chief Investment Officer

Steve J. Krantz ‘89, Secretary/Treasurer Princeton Group & ICON Tickets James H. Hegenbarth VP Operations Park Bank Current Parent President/CEO Current Parent & Parent of Alumnus John J. Maher CEO/Co-Owner Maggie Hopkins, OP Beacon Athletics Edgewood College Current Parent & Parent of Alumna Assistant to the President James R. Imhoff III ’93 Universal Home Protection President

Tom J. Merfeld CUNA Mutual Group CFO Parent of Alumni

Lynne M. Sexten, Board Chair Agrace HospiceCare President & CEO Current Parent & Parent of Alumni Kelli S. Thompson Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office Attorney Current Parent Marykay Zimbrick Community Volunteer Parent of Alumni

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