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JOHN CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL
2010-2011
Dear Friends, Thank you for taking the time to learn how John Carroll High School is celebrating our past, embracing our present, and cultivating our future. The school is proud to welcome you to the first publication of its kind: enjoy this combination of a year in review, alumni updates, donor recognition, gift opportunities, application information, and recognition of those dear to our school. As you know, John Carroll is a private, Catholic-Christian, college-preparatory high school which is both traditional and modern. We have a legacy of over a hundred years of educating youth but are continually updating the curriculum and facilities to provide instruction of the highest caliber. Please read on and learn about John Carroll High School: from our generous Annual Giving Campaign donors; opportunities to support your school; impressive updates; alumni news; a report on our academics, extracurricular offerings, and state-of-theart technology to the faith-based values and standards that we instill in our students. Warm regards,
Cultivating our future through
SOCIAL MEDIA
We are proud to announce several new initiatives in honor of you! In an effort to promote and foster relationships and communication within our John Carroll family, we are offering several new services. Keep in touch through our… Wordpress Blog, Flickr Page, You Tube Link, Facebook Account, Twitter Site, School Website, and Constant Contact emails…
www.Johncarrollhigh.wordpress.com - Alumni updates and photos (achievements, job changes, engagements, weddings, birth announcements) will be posted in a timely fashion and available for all to see. In one short month, the blog received more than 1,250 views.
www.JohnCarrollHigh.com Father Thomas E. Barrett, President John Carroll High School
Jennifer (Melville) Trefelner, Director of Institutional Advancement, JCHS Class of 1999
EMBRACING our past... “Several factors motivated Sr. Imelda and me to design a shield for JCHS. The only symbol used for the school at that time was the ram, which was a nice mascot for sports, but did not reflect other aspects of the school. Because our sisters, the Adrian Dominican Sisters, had ministered in the school since its opening in the 1930’s, we felt that it was important to leave a visible sign of their presence. We also wanted to incorporate some of the history of the school. Consequently, we looked at the shields of the Order of Preachers (which is the official name for the Dominican Order), Pope John XXIII (the John in John Carroll), Bishop Coleman Carroll of Miami, (the Carroll of John Carroll), and the Diocese of Palm Beach. Imelda is an artist with a great eye for design, so she could position the various parts chosen from each shield into a pleasing arrangement. The finished product was definitely the combined efforts of both of us – my ideas and her execution. So, our shield was born!” - Sister Jean Crane, May 2010, quoted on how the original JCHS shield was born
- Visit our interactive site, which is updated daily and has capability to check student grades, read alumni newsletters, view the school Google calendar, view maps to events, and features direct links to all social media outlets. In May, the school averaged 415 visits to the sites per day, combining for nearly 13,000 visits for the month!
www.Flickr.com/photos/JohnCarrollHigh/collections - We are now accepting photos of school events, class reunions, alumni in the past and present, current students on campus or during school activities, award ceremonies, shows, and more. Photos of your John Carroll family and friends can be viewed in virtual photo albums online.
Constant Contact Emails: register to receive them at News@johncarrollhigh.com - Don’t be left out! Nearly 2,200 friends receive our colorful and informative emails which are distributed to update alumni, parents, and friends of JCHS on events, successes, donors, different ways to get involved, and new photos.
www.youtube.com/user/JohnCarrollHigh - Watch school news, submit videos of events both past and current, school functions, sports, and more. Please email your clips to us, so we can post them for all to see. When you watch our videos, you will be one of nearly 2000 viewers who have already enjoyed them.
Facebook: Search “John Carroll Catholic High School” - Become our “friend” and read our daily school news, event information, and announcements. More than 800 people have already registered to track our posts and to view fellow friends.
Email: News@johncarrollhigh.com - This new email address is available for you to submit photos, videos, alumni news, and register for constant contact emails.
UPDATED VISUAL IDENITY LAUNCHED: One element of our theme for the 2010-2011 year includes updating our John Carroll High School visual identity. Through this year-long process, the school images, logo, crest, seal, ram, colors, fonts, etc. have been professionally recreated. The goal of this project is to preserve the history of the school’s icons, establish uniform graphic standards, update the school’s visual identity, and keep pace with technology by creating images in high resolution media. It has been a pleasure learning the meaning behind the symbols of the school, celebrating John Carroll High School’s original graphic designers, and establishing standards that will remain with the school for its future. We hope you join with us in celebrating our past, embracing our present, and cultivating our future.
www.twitter.com/JohnCarrollHS - Follow us as we post daily updates on our page. We “tweet” about school events, sports, and late breaking school news.
“I won’t ever forget the wonderful friends I’ve made here at John Carroll. I found my classes challenging’ but, I love a challenge. Compared to my other schools, JC is very hands-on with schoolwork helping me to remember it better. Mrs. Easom was my favorite teacher; she is a great person and excellent teacher.” – CHASE JONES, Varsity baseball payer, received Bright Futures and baseball scholarship for college in the Fall
Embracing our present by
STAYING INVOLVED
ALUMNI DATABASE UPDATED AND DIRECTORY PRINTED We were proud to partner with a reputable alumni research company, Harris Connect, which assisted us in a thorough database update. Our goal was to update biographical records for all graduates and publish a professional alumni directory in the fall of 2010. This new alumni directory includes comprehensive biographical listings with contact information, career overviews, and family highlights of our alumni. Thank you for participating in this updating process, and we hope everyone enjoys the beautiful directories that were published. Many alumni commented that it was a great way to stay connected to the John Carroll High School family community!
Once a ram, always a ram...
ALUMNI UPDATES John C. Davidek (1961) traveled to Ghana for a study and has written about his trip on his blog. John is entering his 40th year of teaching with the Flint Schools. Visit his blog to read his posts and view pictures on http://joburgjournal.blogspot.com/.
Hoyt C. Murphy, Jr “Pat” (1977) has been appointed by F.A.U. President Frank Brogan to serve on the Treasure Coast Education and Research Development authority (TCERDA). Pat is also the Chairman of F.A.U.’s Treasure Coast Campus Advisory Board as well as the current Chairman of the Florida Commercial Broker’s Network.
ALUMNI RECOGNITION It is our honor to recognize our alumni and encourage you to attend a mass in your honor at St. Anastasia Catholic Church for a special service with a blessing, gifts, and breakfast. Please join us at 10:00 AM for breakfast and for mass at 11:30 AM. Kindly RSVP to Darlene at (772) 461-2233 or RectoryOffice@stanastasiachurch.org if you plan to attend.
Graduates from 1970-1979 Graduates from 1980-1989 Graduates from 1990-1999 Graduates from 2000-2010
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Michael Nash (1978) has directed and produced a documentary film titled Climate Refugees. It explores the plight of the 25 million people around the world displaced by climatically induced environmental changes. The film was screened in the Capitol for an exclusive policy screening for the United States Senate. For more information on Michael Nash visit www.climaterefugees.com
August 22nd (breakfast will be held after mass) September 26th October 24th November 14th
Anthony Borrow (1989), Anthony recently graduated with a Mas-
ters of Divinity from the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University (JST-SCU). During his studies, he has served on the JST-SCU Board’s Finance committee. Anthony has helped out with RCIA, CCD, and other pastoral duties at Saint Agnes Parish in San Francisco. Anthony will be ordained on June 5, 2010, in Mobile, Alabama, and is looking forward to serving as the Campus Minister at the Province’s newest high school, the Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory in Houston, Texas.
All graduates are welcome to St. Anastasia Centennial Celebration Mass on December 11th. JOIN OUR ALUMNI ADVISORY BOARD
Michael Nash
Ryan Johnson (1999) had a memorable summer. He is getting marAnthony Borrow
Would you like to contribute ideas and suggestions? We are looking for leaders to help guide and promote JCHS through a new Alumni Advisory Board. If you are interested in participating, please email news@johncarrollhigh.com.
ried in August, and his name will be added to the "Wall of Fame" at Patriots Point Field. He will be the 8th player in College of Charleston baseball history ever to go up on the “Wall of Fame”. The right-hander led the College of Charleston baseball team to one of its best seasons. Ryan had an 11-3 record in 2002 and following Tommy John surgery came back with a perfect 12-0 campaign in 2004 as he helped lead Charleston to its first postseason baseball appearance. His winning percentage of .885 is No. 1 all-time, and his career 3.26 ERA is No. 4.Ryan Johnson is now the athletic coordinator for the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department.
Frederick V. Blakeslee III (2002) joined the Army in January
2008. He was stationed in Germany, and in December 2009 he was deployed to Afghanistan. Please keep him in your prayers. You can contact Fred at fredblakeslee@gmail.com
Kelley Schoonover (2005) graduated from the University of Miami in May of 2009 with a bachelors degree in engineering. She started her career in June working for Florida Power & Light- Power Generation Division, at the West County Energy Center (power plant) as a Mechanical Engineer. The 2010 School Advisory Board members who are retiring: Beverly Jones, Robbin Lynch, Bill Blazak (Male Volunteer of the Year) and Stef Matthes are thanked by Marie Privuznak (Diocese of Palm Beach Representative), Office of Institutional Advancement Director Jennifer Trefelner, Principal Ben Hopper, and President Father Barrett.
Chris Schaeffer (2006), a North Carolina State University catcher Ryan Johnson
and Port St. Lucie native, has been added to the 2010 Coleman Company-Johnny Bench Award Watch List, which will honor the nation’s top collegiate catcher. “It’s an honor to me to be on the list, to even be considered as one of the best collegiate catchers,” said Schaeffer, who is one of 77 nominees. The Johnny Bench Award is sponsored by the Greater Wichita Sports Committee and is named after the Hall of Fame catcher who was a 14-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove winner. Schaeffer, a junior, is having a terrific season also, hitting .333 with a team-leading 11 home runs and .667 slugging percentage.
Rebecca Schoonover (2007) received Honorable Mention rec-
"While on the Board at John Carroll, I have been active with the administration to assist with input for the betterment of JCHS in positive ways, looking to the future for new buildings and helping with the existing operation of the existing facilities." –Bill Blazak, Retired from John Carroll High School Advisory Board
ognition by the Athletes for a Better World committee for the sixth annual Coach John Wooden Citizenship Cup, an award given to the most outstanding role model among athletes. Rebecca also served as the captain of the Brevard College volleyball team during the 2009 spring and fall seasons, made the Dean’s List for the fifth consecutive semester, recording a G.P.A. of 4.0 this semester, and was inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership and Honor Society in September.
Chris Schaeffer
Alumni Weddings and Engagements Thomas Bill Walter (1982) married Melissa Enloe on September 9, 2009. Melissa is an artist and owner of a studio and storefront, and Bill is completing his internship as an acupuncture physician in Gainesville, Florida.
Ben Guettler (1998) and Leslie Jones were married May 7, 2010 at St. Helen Catholic Church in Vero Beach with Very Rev. Michael W. Edwards, V.F. They are the son of Phillip “Pudge” Guettler (1976) Eileen Mae Mendoza (1992) married Kristian Claus and Delane Kudenholdt of Bradenton, FL, on April 10, 2010, at Guettler Holy Family Catholic Church (1976) and the in Orlando, FL. The reception daughter of was held at Mystic Dunes Calvin and Golf Resort in Kissimmee, Becky Jones. FL. The couple travelled to The wedding Rome, Italy, for one week. party included A second reception was Frank Guettler also held in Port St Lucie (2001), Darren on April 24, 2010, at the Guettler Bill Walter (1982) and Melissa Enloe Polish American Club. They (2004), and also celebrated the 90th birthday Matt Guettler (2007) as best men with Ross of Eileen’s maternal Grandmother, Barrios, Anthony Guettler (1999), Graves Rosa Managuit. Several JCHS alumni Fromang, Blake Jones, and Regan Jones as were attendance at the wedding groomsmen. Mary Jones was matron of honor, and receptions. Please feel free to with Betts Fromang as maid of honor. Kaley contact Eileen Mae @ Munchy1974@ Roberson, Allison Hopkins, Sue Ellen (Guettler) aol.com or EMendozaCPhT@aol.com. Fromang (1999), Jordyn (Sims) Guettler (2004), Ben Guettler (1998) and Leslie Jones and Angel Guettler were bridesmaids. Ben Erin Grall (1995) of Vero Beach, graduated from University of Southern Mississippi with a B.A. in daughter of Bernard Jr. and Margaret Construction Engineering Technology. Leslie graduated from Florida Grall of Vero Beach, was married to International University with a B.A. in Dance Education. Following a Michael Bielecki of Vero Beach on honeymoon in Fiji, the couple will reside in Fort Pierce where Ben is January 9th at St. Helen Catholic a general contractor at Guettler and Sons Construction, and Leslie Church in Vero Beach, with Rev. is a substitute teacher. Eileen Mendoza (1992) and Kristian Kudenholt Michael Edwards officiating. Bielecki is the son of Gerald and Sonja Bielecki Lauren Harrick (1999) of Vero Beach, of Vero Beach. Heather Grall (1997) was maid of honor, with daughter of Richard and Debra Harrick of Bridget Grall (2002), Shannon Grall (2004), and Colleen Vero Beach, was married to Brian Duncan Grall (2007) as bridesmaids. Joseph Gilman of Vero Beach of Lee’s Summit, Mo., on October 3rd was best man, with Todd at the Jekyll Island Club in Jekyll Morris, Tim Omstead, and Island, GA., with the Rev. Sandra Brett Helmreich as ushers. Harrick officiating. Jennifer (Melville) A reception at Colbalt Trefelner (1999) was matron of honor. Vero Beach Hotel & Spa Chris Duncan of Lee’s Summit was followed the ceremony. The best man, with Adam Harrick as usher. bride graduated from Wake A reception at Cherokee Cottage in Forest University, WinstonJekyll Island followed the ceremony. Salem, N.C., in 1999 with a The bride graduated from Samford B.A. in communication, and University in 2004 with a degree from Marquette University, in human development and family Milwaukee in 2003 with studies, and from the University of Lauren Harrick (1999) and Brian Duncan a Juris Doctor. She is an Alabama with a master’s in social attorney with Grall, Glenn work in 2006. She is employed by Doorways for Women and & Grall, Vero Beach. The Families in Arlington, Va., as client services coordinator. The groom graduated from Milford groom graduated from Lee’s Summit High School in 1994, from High in 1991 and from Florida the United States Military Academy in 1998 with a degree in Atlantic University in 2009 engineering, and from Georgetown Law Center with a Juris Erin Grall (1995) and Michael Bielecki with a B.A. in history. He is a Doctor. He is employed by Skadden Arps, Washington, D.C., writer. Following a wedding trip to Rome, the couple resides as a tax attorney. Following their wedding trip to Maui, Lanai, and in Vero Beach. Kauai, the couple resides in Arlington.
registered nurse since 2006, and Jake is a partner in his family’s pool Nicholas Bischoff (2002) married Rikki heating company. They have Bergstresser of Vero Beach, daughter of been living in South Florida Richard and Deborah Bergstresser. The couple for the past 2 years and was married on June 20at the Moorings now reside in Coral Springs, Club in Vero Beach , with Melissa Straub Florida. officiating. Bischoff is the son of Stephen and Ana Bischoff of Vero Beach . Kristen Ford Allison Hopper (2004) and of Denver was maid of honor, with LeeAnn Jacob DeRocher (2005) were Adams, Kelly Allgire, Kristin Parr, Becca married on June 19, 2010, at Noland, Laurel Robinson, Krupa Patel, and Tradition Town Hall in Port Jennifer Wood as bridesmaids. Dale Bischoff St. Lucie. The wedding party of Vero Beach was best man. A reception at included maids of honor the Moorings Club followed the ceremony. Rachel McCurdy (2004) The bride graduated from St. Edward’s School and Ashley Key (2006), in 2001 and from Florida State University bridesmaids Jennifer Shaw, in 2005 with a B.S. in political science, Heidi North (2004), and Krista Jacob DeRocher (2005) and Allison Hopper (2004) and followed up with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern Nicholas Bischoff (2002) and Rikki Bergstresser Delaney. Groomsmen included Ryan DeRocher, best man; Will Dozier; Ben Hopper (1996); Teddy Willems (2004); and Sam Monroe. Allison University. She is employed by Miami Dade and Jacob started dating while attending St. Anastasia. Jacob started medical Public Schools as an elementary teacher. The groom graduated from the school in the fall at Nova University, and Allison is continuing her education at University of North Florida , Jacksonville in Nova University for her masters in Speech-Language Pathology. 2006 with a B.S. in building construction. He is employed by Suffolk Construction Stephen Purkey (2004) was married to Lauren in Miami as an project manager. Stracuzzi on July 31, 2010, in Stuart, FL. The wedding Following a wedding trip to Playa party included maid of honor, Sarah Stracuzzi; del Carmen, Mexico, the couple bridesmaids Molly Stracuzzi, Colleen Ferguson, will reside in Miami. Shannon Stinson, Lisa Dowdy, and Carole Doak. The groomsmen included best man Bryan Purkey; Patrick Krystina Hutchinson (2002) and Stracuzzi (2004); Jarryd Moyer; Jimmy Loffredo; David Oliver were married at a Anthony Fazio (2004); and Stevie Ferguson (2007). private residence on October They are both currently finishing up their degrees at 3, 2009. The wedding party the University of Central Florida and plan to move included maid of honor Katie back home closer to family upon graduation next year. Hutchinson (2004), Brianne Lauren hopes to find a teaching job at an elementary Hutchinson (1997), Laurie Blanford school, and Stephen plans on joining an accounting (2004), Dana Hutchinson, and firm after moving home to Stuart. Kelly Bateman. Best man was Randy Raub, little best man David Congratulations to Emilie Windham (2006) and Richie Krystina Hutchinson (2002) and David Oliver John Oliver VIII our son, Matthew Eisenmann on their engagement. The couple became Colli, Lee Heilig, Nick Dragash, engaged on August 13, 2009, while vacationing in the and Garrett Tuttle. David graduated from Fort Pierce Central Caribbean. They have been dating for three years and High School and is currently plan to be married in the fall of 2012. a heavy machine operator with Guettler Brothers, and Steven Purkey (2004) and Lauren Stracuzzi Krystina is a stay at home mom to their 2 year old son. They are expecting their second child, a little girl, in August 2010. The couple currently resides in Fort Pierce. Nicole Nevirs (2002) and Jacob Fields from Cape Coral, Florida, were married on March 13, 2010, at the Santa Lucia River Club in Port St. Lucie. Jade Tierney (2002) was one of the bridesmaids. The couple met in 2004 in Orlando while attending the University of Central Florida. Nicole has been working as a Nicole Nevirs (2002) and Jacob Fields
Emilie Windham (2006) and Richie Eisenmann
John Carroll Family
New Additions Deborah (Kicliter) Kelley (1986) would like to announce the newest addition to the Kelley family. Grace Madron Kelley was born on December 12, 2008.
Deborah Kicliter Kelley (1986) welcomes Grace Madron Kelley.
Jimmy Hebb (1996) and Lauriann Lowe Hebb (1996) welcome James Samuel.
Emmalyn (Fuller) Garvett (1992) along with her husband Andrew would like to announce the arrival of their daughter Jane Elizabeth, born on March 7, 2009. She was 7 pounds and 19 ½ inches long. Between Jane and her big brother William, Emmalyn and Andrew are very busy these days. Jimmy Hebb (1996) and his wife Lauriann (Lowe) Hebb (1996) are happy to announce the birth of their first child, James Samuel III, on May 21, 2009. James was 7 pounds, 9 ounces and 19 inches long. The family has also relocated back to the area. Lauriann was able to keep her job with Sprint and works at home, and Jimmy teaches at NAU Charter School in Port St. Lucie and is the JCHS Varsity Boys’ Basketball Coach.
Lynn Devane Rummel (1997) welcomes Nicholas John.
Dana Deberry DiSalvo (1997) welcomes Jack Troy.
Edith (Garcia) Stewart (1996) along with her husband Ron welcomed their first son Corbin. Corbin was born on June 23, 2009, weighing 7 pounds 15 ounces and 21 inches long. Corbin is a very happy and playful baby; his family thanks God every day for him. Dana (DeBerry) DiSalvo (1997) and her husband Gary are proud to welcome their second child Jack Troy. He was born on July 21, 2009, weighing 6 pounds 6 ounces. Jack joins his big sister Emma Marie who is 2 years older. Dana works for Stanley Smith Barney in Stuart, and her husband Gary works as an investment consultant for TD Ameritrade in West Palm Beach. The DiSalvo family resides in Port Saint Lucie.
Edith Garcia Stewart (1996) welcomes Corbin.
Michele (Emerick) Lucas (1997) and her husband Paul are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Madeline Elizabeth. Madeline was born on June 15, 2009. She weighed 7 pounds 15ounces and was 21 inches long. Michele is employed as a senior sales professional for Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals, and Paul is the owner of Lucas Roofing. Lynn (DeVane) Rummel (1997) and her husband Kenny welcomed Nicholas John on May 6, 2009. He joins proud big sister Molly, age 2 ½ years old. Nicholas is a sweet, snuggly, happy, and energetic little guy, and Molly is the most wonderful big sister. The Rummel family feels truly blessed.
Emmalyn Fuller Garvett (1992) welcomes Jane Elizabeth.
Michele Emerick Lucas (1997) welcomes Madeline.
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Brooke (Fyler) Maynard (1999) and her husband Joe are thrilled to welcome Ansley Elaine into their family. Ansley was born January 13th and weighed 7 pounds 15 ounces. She joins big brother Lane, who turns two in June. Samantha (Hebb) Daly (1998) and her husband Andrew Daly are proud to announce the birth of their first child. Drake Andrew was born May 12th at 1:58 am. He was 6 pounds 2 ounces and 18 inches long.
Kevin Cosgrove (2006) welcomes Morgan.
Brooke Maynard (1999) welcomes Ansley Elaine.
Erin (Glaser) Rains (1999) and her husband Nick Rains (1997) welcome Memphis Allen Rains. He was born at 1:11am on March 5, 2010. Memphis weighed 6 lbs., 13 oz. and was 20 inches long. Mike Pride (2000) and his wife Sarah welcomed Cooper Brooks, who was born on Thursday, January 21, 2010, weighing 8 pounds 4 ounces and was 19 inches long, and are enjoying their new addition! Big sister Lola Anne loves her “new, live babydoll!” She enjoys kissing and hugging her little brother! Mike and Sarah can be contacted at Mike@pride-electrical.com Ashlee (North) Castle (2002) and her husband Ronald J. Castle II (1995) welcomed their baby boy Ronald John Castle III on February 16, 2010. Baby Ronald weighed 10 pounds 7 ounces and was 22.5 inches long. Justin Black (2003) is proud to announce the birth of Isabella Grace on November 14, 2009. Isabella was 7 pounds 12 ounces and 21 ½ inches long. Justin is proud to open a new 15,000 square foot building sponsored by The Players Championship Golf Tournament.
Erin Glaser Rains (1999) and Nick Rains (1997) welcomes Memphis Allen.
Mike Pride (2007) welcomes Cooper Brooks.
Ashley Donaldson (2005) and J.P. Brennan II are proud to announce the birth of their son John Patrick III, who was born on August 27, 2009. He weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounces and was 21 inches long. John Patrick is such a joy to be around. J.P. and Ashley are enjoying every moment of their new bundle of joy and can’t wait to see all of his first moments in life. Kevin Cosgrove (2006), his wife Kristie, and their daughter Morgan welcomed the newest addition to their family, Gavin Edward, on September 7, 2009. He was born at 3:03pm weighing 7 pounds 11.1 ounces and was 19.75 inches long.
Ashlee Castle (2002) welcomes Ronald John III.
Samantha Hebb Daly (1998) welcomes Drake Andrew.
Justin Black (2003) welcomes Isabella Grace.
Ashley Donaldson (2005) welcomes John Patrick III.
We Remember...
John Carroll High School has positively influenced me by providing a safe, Christian atmosphere to learn and grow in. I am most proud of how I have remained faithful to God. –MICHAEL KEEN, completed 140 service hours while at JCHS
Dr. Francis J. Dermody, 70, the first pediatric dentist in Vero Beach, died February 16, 2010. He practiced for 35 years and was well- known for his charitable works. He was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church and The Knights of Columbus, chaired the St. Helen Golf Tournament, was Harvest Festival Chairman, and a former board member of John Carroll High School. Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Lois Dermody, sons Dr. F. Joseph (Veronica) Dermody (1984) and Dr. Christopher M. (Dr. Rachelle) Dermody (1987), daughters Dr. Pamela Dermody (John) Chnupa, and Lynn M. Dermody (1992); grandsons Alex Dermody, Noah Dermody, Peyton Dermody, and Connor Chnupa; granddaughters Grace Dermody, Kate Dermody, Erin Dermody, and Riley Chnupa; brother Colonel (Ret.) Henry M. Dermody, Jr; sisters Joan E. MacGilliviray, Maureen Dermody, and Marianne Seaver.
Dolores (Guettler) Jacquin, 95, passed away on April 10, 2010 in Port St. Lucie. Mrs. Jacquin was born in Cologne, Minnesota, and moved to Ft. Pierce in 1926. She was a member and Eucharistic Minister of St. Anastasia Catholic Church and also volunteered at the St. Anastasia’s Thrift Store. Survivors include her son, Paul E. (Cheryl) Jacquin; daughters, Barbara (Jim) Assalone; Donna M. (Earl) Shepard; and Mary Jane (Dan) Schultz; sister, Marie Hoeffner; 9 grandchildren; 20 greatgrandchildren; and 3 great-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul J. Jacquin. Marie Guettler Hoeffner, 92, passed away on June 6, 2010. Mrs. Hoeffner was born in Cologne, Minnesota. She was the youngest of ten children born to Edward and Elizabeth Guettler. The family moved to Ft. Pierce in 1925. On February 19, 1936, Marie married Philip Hoeffner. Marie was a faithful and supportive patron of St. Mark the Evangelist Church and of St. Anastasia Catholic Church, the mother parish. Survivors include her sons, Philip Hoeffner, Jr. (1964) and Raymond Hoeffner (1971); daughters, Rose Reschak (1957), Lillian Zrallack (1967), Doris Zrallack (1970), Bernice Worley (1977) and Laura McFarland (1978), FL, Diane Buhler (1975), Rita Geary (1961), and Sister Rose Bernadette (1955); 50 grandchildren and 56 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Philip A. Hoeffner and her son, Anthony Philip Hoeffner.
Dr. Francis J. Dermody
Sister Eleanor Ann Beckfelt, (1966) OSB, 61, passed away on May 7, 2010. She celebrated her Silver Jubilee June 19, 2005. Sister Eleanor Ann was born Dec. 10, 1948, in Duluth, the fourth child of Raymond John Beckfelt and Eleanor Ann (Hoolihan) Beckfelt. After attending Itasca Community College in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, she became a Licensed Practical Nurse. In 1991 she was assigned as nurse for the Sisters at St. Scholastica Monastery. On her return to the Monastery after a period of providing supportive care for her brother, Reverend John Beckfelt, she worked in the Spiritual Resource Center and was designated as one of the Sisters on-call. Sister had a strong Marian devotion and enjoyed visiting many Marian shrines overseas. Sister Eleanor Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond John and Eleanor Ann (Hoolihan); brother, Jerome Raymond; and her sister, Mary Catherine Pommerville. In addition to the Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery, she is survived by her brother, Father John William Beckfelt; special spiritual daughter, AnnMarie Goulet; several cousins, and many friends.
Francis William Miret, 90, passed away on October 12, 2009, in Port St. Lucie. Mr. Miret was born and raised in Dedham, MA, lived and worked in Revere, MA; and moved to Florida in 1973 where he retired from the police department as a traffic investigator. During World War II he fought in the Battle of the Bulge as a Master Sergeant. He retired with 24 years of service in both the Regular Army and Army Reserve. He was a devout catholic who attended St. Lucie Catholic Church. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Genevieve (Driscoll) Miret, sons, Bill (George Ann), Paul (Karen), grandchildren Christopher and son Brady, Jeffrey (1993) (Jennifer) (1994) and their sons Justin and Jeremy. He is also survived by two sisters and a brother. Cecil D. Hawkins, Jr., 80, of Hayesville, North Carolina, passed away on February 3, 2010. He served in the United States Army from 1954-1956 and was employed by Champion Spark Plug Company after his service ended. After leaving Champion, he became CEO and President of PSI, Inc. in St. Louis, Missouri. He relocated to Florida in 1972, where he worked for FMC, Inc., before founding International Citrus Consultants in 1987. He retired in 1993. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Sheila; daughter Shari (Hawkins) (Mickey) Ladyman (1981); sons Don (Diane) Hawkins, and Mike (Michelle) Hawkins (1988). Also surviving are his grandsons Chris (Renee) Hawkins (1997), and daughter, Haley; Dustin (Lynn) Hawkins (2001), and daughter, Amy; Korey Ladyman; Kody Ladyman; and M.J. Hawkins. Kenneth Robert Swearingen, 78, of Mountain City, Georgia, passed away on April 4, 2010. He was born in the Bronx, New York, and was the son of the late Benton and Agnes Bardy Swearingen. Mr. Swearingen is survived by a son, Kenneth R. (Michele) Swearingen, Jr.; a daughter, Patricia (John) Hecker (1978); and a step-daughter, Darlene (Robert) Powers. He is also survived by a brother, Benton P. Swearingen; one grandson, Corey Swearingen; granddaughters, Cindie Figgatt, Katrina Corvino; and six great-grandchildren. He was a college graduate, served 4 years in the US Marines during the Korean War, and worked in the banking industry for more than 32 years. He joined the Ft. Pierce Sheriff’ Department in 1985, and when he moved to Rabun County in 1995, he joined the Rabun County Sheriff’ Department where he worked as a court bailiff. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Greg Bolin, (1966), 62, passed away on May 27, 2010, in Fort Pierce. He graduated from St. Anastasia and John Carroll High School and attended I.R.S.C. He was a member of the National Guard and operated Fort Pierce Flying Service and Waldo Pepper Spraying Service in Wrens, Georgia. Survivors include his sisters, Mimi Ewan (1969), Karen Huck (1970), Rita Stikelether (1975) and Kim Bolin Schelin (1978); nieces and nephews, Sean(1996) and Kristin Ewan Blanton, Brianna Eplin (2003), Jarod Huck (2005) and Curt Elliott Bolin; grand-niece & nephews, Kaitlyn and Austin Blanton, and Noah Hyatt Ewan. He was preceded in death by his father, Chester Bolin, his mother, Eileen Bolin and his brother, Curt Bolin (1965).
Edward Allen Leary Jr. (1980), passed away on February 8, 2010. He was born in Minneapolis and lived in Port Saint Lucie since 1970, coming from Minnesota. Mr. Leary was a stage technician in the entertainment industry. Survivors include sons, Sean and Tommy Leary, his mother Wilma Leary, sisters Patrice Hardee and Linda Share, and brother Todd Leary. Christina Maria O’Brien, 25, passed away on March 27, 2010, in Ft. Pierce. Christina was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church, and received her Associate’s Degree at I.R.S.C. and her Bachelor’s Degree from Florida Atlantic University. She was a teacher and curriculum developer for virtual schools and a former Saint Lucie County teacher. Survivors include her parents, Paul and Becky O’Brien, and Trina and Dave Trimm; sisters, Angelina O’Brien, Allison O’Brien, and Courtney O’Brien; maternal grandfather, Eugene Angelone; paternal grandparents, Margaret and Joseph O’Brien of Belfast, Ireland; she is also survived by a host of other family members.
Cecil D. Hawkins
Christina Maria O’Brien
Sister Eleanor Ann Beckfelt
Academic Update
To prepare students fully for a post-secondary education, John Carroll equips students with the tools they need for success-- a comprehensive, challenging, college preparatory curriculum with classes to cater to the individual student’s abilities. A small class size average of 24 students allows for individualized attention while specialty classes are consistent with society’s competitive climate.
School Profile 2009 GRADE POINT AVERAGES GPA’s range from 5.25 – 2.01 54 – GPA over 4.0 48 – GPA from 3.00 to 3.99 20 – GPA from 2.00 to 2.99
The John Carroll curriculum not only furnishes students with a solid core education but also affords them the option of creating a four-year plan that incorporates their individual interests, whether they lie in business and finance, computer science, the arts, or foreign language. Advanced placement (AP) classes are available to offer an extra challenge for students excelling in different areas. JCHS is partnered with Indian River State College to provide dual enrollment classes that not only satisfy JCHS requirements but also allow students to earn college credit that is transferrable to most colleges and universities.
GRADUATION CLASS 2009 Size 122 50% attending 2 yr. College 49% attending 4 yr. College 1% other
The PASS System is a real-time online portal for monitoring student grades, which are entered by each teacher. Both parents and students have access to PASS, and it is password protected to ensure privacy. PASS allows even the busiest parents to stay updated on their child’s grades.
2010 Academic Awards Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Ambassadors (Christian Mayhew, Palmer Osteen)
FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIPS 2009 76 Students (14 Academic - 100%) (62 Medallion - 75%) (62% of graduates)
Cultivating our National Merit Finalist (Jimmy Carr)
Robert C. Byrd Nomination (Jimmy Carr)
President’s Volunteer Service Award (Nicole Hartley)
Young Floridian Scholarship (Art: Dean Helseth & Math: Sarah Guettler) Army Reserve Award (John Rodgers and Ihla Stanton) National Merit Commended Student (Ihla Stanton)
SAT RESULTS 2009 Total Participants: 88 518 – Critical Reading Mean Score 508 – Math Mean Score Average scores for top 10% of class 633 – Critical Reading Mean Score 618 – Math Mean Score
FUTURE Kent State University Presidential Award (Mark Trajbar) 3rd place in Chalk Art Contest (Dean Helseth)
Envirothon:1st place overall, placing in the top three in every category (Victoria Delaporte, Taylor Tench, Mary Catherine Brown, Brandon Paige, and John James) Treasure Coast Youth Symphony member (Alexis Planer)
AP Scholar with Honor Award (Mark Daigle and Danny Irizarry)
AP Scholar Award (Sabine Delouche, Olivia Piazza, Ihla Stanton, Lindsay Spiers, Jeremy Taylor, Kellie Trowbridge) Rotary Club of Fort Pierce Student of the Month (Ashley McCarthy and Victoria Delaporte) Anchor Club of the Year
ACT RESULTS 2009 Total Participants: 83 English (22.1) Math (21.9) Average Composite Score (22.3) Average scores for top 10% of class (28)
DAR-Good Citizenship Award (Jane Plummer)
Altar Servers of the Year (David Bedford, Sean D’Ambrosio, Rob Lynch, James McHugh and Nick Santangelo) Law Library Art contest 1st place Winner (Dean Helseth)
Mission Statement “John Carroll Catholic High School is a ministry of the Diocese of Palm Beach committed to the spiritual, academic, physical and emotional growth of our student body. Guided by our Catholic faith and tradition, we recognize Jesus Christ as the model for the whole person we seek to develop. Our mission is to inspire the pursuit of educational excellence, foster character formation, develop a commitment to service and affirm the dignity of each student entrusted to our care.”
A SELECTION OF COLLEGES ACCEPTING JOHN CARROLL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Appalachian State University Ave Maria University Auburn University Barry University Belmont Abbey College Boston College Boston University Brevard College Clemson University Columbia University Dartmouth College Davis & Elkins College Denison University Duke University Dusquene University Elon University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Emory University Flagler College Florida Atlantic University Congratulations to the 2010 State Envirothon winners. JCHS students enjoyed the mock trial that takes place every year in Florida Institute of Technology Mr. McDevitt’s Law class. Florida International University Florida Southern College Florida State University Franciscan University Fordham University Full Sail University Furman University Georgia Tech Georgetown University Guilford College Jacksonville University Johnson & Wales University Kansas State University Lafayette University Louisiana State University Lynn University The 2010 Young Floridian Nominees pose outside Indian River State Vanessa Matamoros enjoys studying outside in the JCHS courtyard in Mercer University College before judging. between classes and after school. Mississippi State University New York University Northeastern University Northwestern University Northwood University Norwich University Nova Southeastern University Ohio State University Palm Beach Atlantic University Penn State University Rollins College Santa Clara University Seton Hall University Southern Methodist University Stetson University St. Joseph’s University (Philadelphia, PA) St. Leo University St. Mary’s College St. Michael’s University Temple University Trinity University University of Alabama University of Arkansas- Honors University of British Columbia University of Central Florida University of Chicago Congratulations to some of the 2010 John Carroll Students who made the Principal’s List. University of Delaware University of Florida University of Miami University of Mississippi University of Notre Dame University of North Florida University of Rhode Island University of South Florida University of Tampa In order to enroll at John Carroll, incoming freshmen must take a placement exam, which is used as a diagnostic tool for assignUniversity of Tennessee ment into the appropriate classes. It is offered in the fall, spring, and at the end of the summer. Prospective sophomores, juniors, University of West Florida and seniors must interview for admission, and their academic history will be used for placement purposes. Wake Forest University Washington & Lee University Tuition assistance and various payment plans will make your child’s education affordable. Wingate University
Applying to John Carroll
John Carroll Ambassador’s Club Donations of $10,000 and higher Bernard A. Egan Foundation
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The John Carroll Golden Rams’ Club Donation of $1,000 and higher
Campaign
Brian & Linda Ageeb Mike & Miriam Burns James & Melanie Carr Gary Franks Mr. Thomas A. Scott
The Blue and Gold Club Donation of $500 and higher Crane Johnstone Claire & Harold Melville Pamela Punkar
John Carroll Boosters Donation of $250 and higher Dr. Barbara Ash Bush Mr. & Mrs. Louis C. Forget David & Diane Hankle Rudolf J. Hehn Patrick & Kay Leary Lindsey Allison McAlarnen Gary & Margaret McWhorter Walter S. Miller Paul & Karen Miret JoAnn Reynolds Jose F. & Teresa H. Valdivia, Jr. Paula L. Wilson William L. Wolf
Friends of John Carroll Donation of $100 and higher Kaye Hartman Baker Marilyn Barton Marrie & Gil Culbreth Joan M. Delgado Mike & Connie Driscoll Mr. & Mrs. Edward E. Durham Dan Field Muriel Fonnett Georges Guerrier Jon P. Kelley The Laughlin Family Maureen Leu Mr. & Mrs. Malfregeot James E. McDonnell Judith K. (Billings) Rasch Ms. Dorothy A. Scotto Ron & Nancy Shultz Dr. William & Laura Stanton Robert D. Tuerk Mrs. Diane Williams
Fulfilled Wishlist Items:
Dean Dimitroff-Neatdesk Scanner and File System Joanne McCurdy-HP Scanner
Gift Matching Companies:
Bank of America Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation
Personalized Scholarships:
Anonymous Tuition Donation for students ($21,000) The John S. Bisha Scholarship Rachel MacIntosh Scholarship
Sponsorship Program:
Brian & Linda Ageeb- AP Exams Dr. Funicello- Youth for Life Trip to Washington DC Dominick & Pandora Scotto- 3 Book Fees, 1 Athletic Fee
Memorial Gifts:
In Memory of Mary Gath
Giving
As a community, we thank our
2009-2010 Donors A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. These men made an impact in me that has stayed with me to this day.
—Proverbs 11:25 Please keep in mind that John Carroll is funded entirely by our students’ tuition and your philanthropy. We are a 501(c) 3 organization, and all donations are tax deductible. For your convenience, a donor card and envelope are enclosed, or donations may be made online. Donations are accepted via check, credit card, or multiple payments. If you would like further information on making a pledge, donating gifts of securities, property, life insurance, bequest, charitable remainder trust, establishing a memorial scholarship, or making an in-kind donation, please contact Jennifer Trefelner, Office of Institutional Advancement.
Levels of Support John Carroll Ambassador’s Club John Carroll President’s Club John Carroll Golden Rams Club John Carroll Blue and Gold Club John Carroll Boosters Club Friends of John Carroll
$10,000 $5,000 $1,000 $500 $250 $100
Calendar and Events
For a full listing of our school events, liturgical calendar, and school dates, please visit www.JohnCarrollHigh.com
Annual Giving Campaign: September 1, 2010- June 1, 2011 The Annual Giving Campaign is our year-long campaign to raise money for our students. Please consider making a donation utilizing the enclosed envelope, on the website, or by contacting the school. Donations of $100 and more are published in the annual report. Opening School/ Recognition Mass with Bishop Barbarito: September 8, 2010 Bishop Barbarito will lead the opening school mass, and the Volunteers, Alumni, Teacher, Athletic Coaches, Business Partner, Parents’ Guild President, and Event Chairmen of the Year will be also recognized during the mass. Homecoming Football Game Celebration: October 29, 2010 Alumni, friends, and families are invited to the annual Alumni celebration with complimentary food, drinks and gifts at the Homecoming football game All Souls’ Mass: November 2, 2010 Alumni, parents, students, and friends of John Carroll who have passed away will be remembered throughout the month and will be honored at mass. Any family members of those who have passed away are especially welcome at the mass. Christmas Tree, Wreath, and Swag Sale: December 3-4, 2010 The sale will feature quality fraser fir Christmas trees, decorated wreaths, and swags, sold at the St. Anastasia Pavilion. Feast of the Immaculate Conception/ Grandparents’ Day: December 8, 2010 All current John Carroll grandparents are invited to attend a special breakfast and mass with their grandchild. 300 Club Dinner, Dance, and Auction: February 4, 2011 The annual gala will feature dinner, dancing, and extensive live and silent auctions. Golf Tournament: April 30, 2011 The traditionally-sold-out tournament will be held at Gator Trace Golf Course. Project Graduation: May 18, 2011 The all-night party is for the seniors to celebrate their graduation.
Philanthropy Options
Bequests
A bequest can be in the form of a specific gift of cash or property. Bequests can be made as sums or percentages. They may be structured to provide support to specific JCHS programs, or can be given without restriction to best meet future needs. Every dollar that is given to JCHS through a bequest or other testamentary gift is fully deductible for federal estate tax purposes.
Memorial Gifts
Memorial gifts offer an opportunity to remember a special family member, leader in the community, influential role model, or someone special in your life. The memorial gift can be made in any amount to honor a special someone who has passed away.
Gift Matching Programs
Ask your employer to match your contribution. Many corporations have gift matching programs and will match their employees’ contributions to nonprofit organizations.
Gifts of Securities
Contributions of mutual funds, publicly traded stocks, and bonds may enable donors to contribute a larger gift at a lesser cost. Transferring gifts of securities to John Carroll is easy and if timed and planned carefully, can provide significant tax benefits. You will avoid paying the capital gains tax on the appreciation and will qualify for an income tax charitable deduction based on the fair market value of your securities on the date you made the gift.
Life Insurance
Gifts in Kind
Contributions of products, merchandise, equipment, or services can provide support for the school. If you or your company would be able to provide a service, please contact the school.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
A Charitable Remainder Trust is a special irrevocable trust created from a donated amount that is held in trust and set up to pay income back to the donor and/ or to family members during the term of the trust. At the end of the term, or upon death of the donor, the assets remaining in the trust are distributed to charities specified by the donor.
Consider making John Carroll a beneficiary or partial beneficiary of your life insurance policy. You may also transfer ownership of a paid up policy that your family no longer needs.
Gifts of Cash
Gifts of Real Property
Personalized Scholarship
Donors may contribute land, buildings, leases or other items of value. This option may enable John Carroll to acquire muchneeded property to expand its boundaries or may serve as an investment for the school.
Gifts of cash, check, and by credit card are always welcome. This option offers John Carroll immediate financial support and allows a tax deduction to the extent permitted by current tax laws. Local businesses or individuals have the opportunity to create the criteria for scholarships, provide the funding, and select the recipient. The scholarship can be named after the business or individual if so desired.
Below: John Rodgers signed with Notre Dame to play baseball. He was just one of many students who signed at universities and colleges for athletics.
Below: When asked what his favorite memory was at John Carroll, Sebastian Rojas said, “I will never forget being captain of the JCHS swimming team that won districts two years in a row.”
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One of the school’s goals for the 2010-2011 year is to update the Media Lab located in the school library. Thirty new Dell PC computers would update the lab and allow computer usage for various resources. This Media Lab would allow students who do not have a computer at home to have access to necessary computer equipment and applications. Teachers often require typed school papers, internet research, power point presentations, and projects that utilize computers. The updated lab would also allow teachers to bring their classes in the same facility to teach simulations instruction. Examples of this work could include SAT prep, biology research, online history lessons, new computer math applications, and more. Above: These student athletes had the highest G.P.A. in his/her respective sports.
Above Right: Kim Lopez graduated from John Carroll with the Bright Futures Scholarship, FAFSA Scholarship, and a full ride to Florida International University for soccer.
Athletics Program Sports Offered: Fall: Bowling, Football, Golf, Cross Country, Cheerleading, Swimming, Volleyball Winter: Basketball, Soccer Spring: Baseball, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track
Athletic Awards Wendy’s HS Heisman Award (FHSAA) Academic Team Champion Award Program Nominations
Individual Team Accomplishments Cross Country-Both teams went to the Regional Finals. Boys’ Soccer-Regional Quarterfinals Boys’ Swimming-District Champs Boys’ Track-District Runners-up Justin Osking, State Champion Discus thrower Volleyball-Regional Quarterfinals
Academic Accomplishments
20 of 22 sports at JCHS were nominated to the FHSAA for exceptional team grade point averages. Top Girls’ Team Average-Girls’ Cross Country 3.692 Top Boys’ Team Average-Boys’ Golf 3.664 Top Individual Accomplishments FHSAA Top 24 Student Athletes in Florida-Ihla Stanton
Public Relations Club
The John Carroll High School PR Club strives to bring the latest student news, photos, and videos to the school and community quickly and reliably. Student members are responsible for producing a weekly show that will be viewed in homeroom once a week. The video will then be posted on the school’s YouTube site. In addition, members of the club may produce informational, comical, or interesting videos featuring JCHS for numerous purposes. Student members will also photograph school events, theatre productions, accomplishments, assemblies, etc. These photos will be used for press releases, may be posted on the school’s Flickr page, and may be used for publication purposes.
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Classes offered include Computer Applications, Computer Keyboarding, Web Page Design, Graphics Animation, Graphics Animation Advanced, Dual Enrollment College Computing
The new JCTV team filmed Mrs. Trefelner for the YouTube welcome video.
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John Carroll’s music, art, and drama departments provide a variety of avenues for students to explore the arts and offer opportunities to experience learning outside the conventional classroom. It is these experiences that lead to the ideal, well-rounded education. Students with a flair for the creative will find a variety of outlets available to them.
Seniors Signing Letters of Intent for College-level Athletic Programs Baseball Kevin Greene-IRSC Dom Laporte-IRSC Chase Jones-North Carolina Wesleyan John Rodgers-Notre Dame David Hall-Tallahassee Community College Football Greg Buderus-Benedictine College Angelo Camelo-Elmhurst College
Music class is offered before school and offers availability for everyone to participate.
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The drama department produces two annual shows: the fall play and the spring musical. During the summer there were also several weeks of theatre camp offered.
The art house is nestled on the back edge of campus among the trees and is home to the art classes and art club. Students have the opportunity to choose classes such as two-dimensional art and ceramics.
Mrs. Cross has influenced my career path by being the greatest art teacher and giving me suggestions for the future. The school is a great and loving family, whose students have respect for one another, and provides an opportunity for students to go to college. - ESTELLA LUNA, President of 2010 Art Club
Girls’ Soccer Kim Lopez-Florida International University Kate Neal-Ave Maria Emily Soricelli-Southeastern University Volleyball Aubree Parker-IRSC Hayley Wonka-Ave Maria
This year a select group of JCHS students participated in the Chalk Art Contest in downtown Fort Pierce.
This year’s production at John Carroll was the successful Wizard of Oz.
“Enhance the student’s social, physical, and cultural growth through the performing and visual arts.” -John Carroll Philosophy & Goals
Religion Update 2010 Award Winners Male Volunteer of the Year: Bill Blazak Female Volunteer of the Year: Beth McHugh Alumni of the Year: Michael Nash Teacher of the Year: Dominick Scotto Athletic Coach of the Year: Frank and Julie Irizarry Business Partner of the Year: Coastal CyberKnife & Radiation Oncology Parents’ Guild President: Terry Osteen
Service Update By sharing their time with others, John Carroll students learn the importance of giving back to their community through service. Every year, each John Carroll student is required to perform at least ten hours of community service. I am truly blessed to have been a student at JCHS. I believe that the faculty and staff really care for the students and want nothing more than to see them succeed. I would encourage the community to donate to John Carroll High School because it is truly a fantastic institution and is dedicated to helping its students learn everything they need to be prepared for college. - VICTORIA DELAPORTE, Member of State Envirothon Champion Team
For the past four years, John Carroll students have had the privilege of building Habitat for Humanity homes in the area. We look forward to continuing this excellent tradition. The students are also involved with a diverse grouping of organizations that range from local environmental causes like the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center to international causes that offer aid to the victims of genocide in Darfur.
JCHS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH GRACEWAY VILLAGE’S HOPE’S CLOSET 4 CHILDREN
John Carroll is a school that promotes Christian values and the teachings of the Catholic Church. We welcome students regardless of religious background or affiliation. It is our core belief that by educating the students in the spirit of Catholic Christianity and through the grace of Jesus Christ, we are able to provide a spiritual foundation that they will take with them for the rest of their lives. Students are required to complete a minimum of four years of religion classes. These classes not only educate students in Roman Catholic doctrine but also expose them to other religions as well. Students attend at least one spiritual retreat a year through which they become closer to God and to each other.
John Carroll High School’s Anchor and Key Clubs, along with the Student Government Association, students, and staff, are proud to announce their partnership with Graceway Village’s Hope’s Closet 4 Children.
Our students also regularly participate in the liturgical aspects of the Catholic faith. There are regularly scheduled masses and prayer or penance services providing the opportunity to integrate faith into their scholastic education and daily life.
Event Chairmen of the Year: Barbara Allen Suzanne Davis Kathy Johnson Mrs. Cross led the JCHS students to help participate in the 2010 Empty Bowl Project. Students hand painted individual bowls that were later sold at the Fort Pierce Farmers’ Market. The profits from the bowls went to help fund food kitchens.
The Anchor Club and Key Club (two of John Carroll High School’s service clubs) have kindly taken leadership over the clothing drives which will benefit less fortunate teens in our area. Occasional clothing drives will be held throughout the school year, although clothing may be dropped off at any time. The clothing donations of shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, both formal and casual, will be taken to Hope’s Closet, a free clothing store that serves local families in need and is just 1 mile from John Carroll High School’s campus.
The 2010 Alpha group with the The Most Reverend Bishop Gerald Barbarito.
John Carroll helped me develop into the person I am today by allowing me to surround myself with good, honest friends while the school’s religious influences helped put my life on the right track. –LAURA RECOR
JCHS students hosted a clothing drive for Hope’s Closet 4 Children, a ministry of GraceWay Village, that supports the homeless in Fort Pierce.
For the past four years, John Carroll students have had the privilege of building Habitat for Humanity homes in the area. We look forward to continuing this excellent tradition. These are pictures from the 2010 Habitat build.
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