Malvern Magazine Fall/Winter 2022

Welcoming

Mr. Patrick Sillup Malvern Prep’s 15th Head of School

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Members of Malvern Prep’s Class of 2026, as well as new members of the classes of 2025 and 2024, were formally welcomed into the Malvern Community during the Brotherhood Ceremony.

After 50 years at Malvern Prep, Fr. Flynn was reassigned to Monastery of St. Thomas of Villanova in December.

Dear Friends

I hope the winter holidays have provided some time to connect and reconnect with family and friends, while also allowing you to relax and recharge. This time of year marks a midway point through the academic year. As I look back over the fall and early winter, I am amazed by all we have accomplished. We began the year with signature events like the Wall of Distinction celebration and the Brotherhood Ceremony. We also designed and hosted new events, including a revised take on Back to School Night in which we hosted all parents and guardians for information sessions before cheering on our Friars at a Friday night football game.

We were also able to celebrate our annual, festive Homecoming Celebration on a picturesque October weekend. This was preceded by Spirit Week and my Installation, making it a week to remember both personally and professionally. I want to thank all of the families, alumni, and friends of our school who attended these events. The atmosphere on campus has been one of celebration and pride!

If you have had the opportunity to be on campus lately, you will notice that the campus remains active with a variety of construction projects. An alternate form of egress now exists between Ring Road and Paoli Pike. This egress is a result of a years-long conversation and will only be open during special occasions, or in times of an emergency. Tolentine Hall is in the midst of a complete renovation. When it opens, this will be renamed Riley Hall and will serve as the hub of all Middle School activity.

While there have been many physical changes on campus, I would be remiss not to mention a substantial loss to our community. In early December, Fr. James Flynn, O.S.A. PT was reassigned to the Monastery of St. Thomas of Villanova. As a school, we are incredibly grateful for the support and well wishes that Fr. Flynn received as he transitioned to the Monastery. Having spent 50 years at Malvern, his presence will be eternally missed and will not soon be forgotten. An event celebrating Fr. Flynn will be held on January 12, 2023, we hope you will join us.

Again, thank you for your support of Malvern Prep. May God continue to bless the Malvern Community.

Best, Mr. Patrick Sillup Head of School

Our Augustinian Family Increases

On August 6, 2022, the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova was proud to hold a Simple Profession of Vows ceremony for Br. Nicholas Stone, O.S.A. Br. Nicholas is originally from North Carolina and was a teacher for a couple of years before he began discerning his call. He discerned with another order before us, but as luck would have it, a fellow teacher with ties to Villanova connected him with the Augustinians. The rest is history!

Scan the QR code below to watch the video featuring Br. Stone’s family as they discuss their feelings as they watch their son and brother respond to God’s call on his life. This is a very special video because this is the first time we’ve put a friar’s family on camera and asked them to share their perspective! I am sure at one point or another, we have all wondered how the family fares when one of their loved ones gives their life for the Lords’ service. Coming in at under three minutes, we assure you that it will put a smile on your face and make you feel even more connected to our Augustinian community. Use your cell phone camera to scan the QR code or visit www.Augustinian.org.

We were also blessed to welcome seven novices into our Augustinian family this August! One of the novices will settle at our Province, while the rest will call the California or Midwest Provinces home. Please join us in praying not only for the novices, but also for all of our brothers in formation and for future vocations!

Malvern Theatre Society Presented The Addams Family

It’s creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky at Malvern Prep as the Malvern Theatre Society presented The Addams Family as their fall production. The show featured an original story about Wednesday Addams, the ultimate Princess of Darkness, who had fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. The show followed Wednesday and her family as they navigated dinner with her boyfriend and his parents. Gomez Addams was played by Gabe Galiffa ’23, Morticia Addams by Brynn Washbourne, Wednesday Adams by Natalie Young, Pugsley Addams by Nolan Murphy ’25, Grandma by Willow Holloway,

Fester by Logan Kelley ’23, Lurch by Francis Rogai ’23, and Lucas, Mal, and Alice Beineke were played by Tyler Kinka ’23, Matthew Gray ’24, and Jordi DeJong, respectively.

Curricular and co-curricular opportunities in the Malvern Theatre Society give students the knowledge and know-how to fully appreciate all that goes into a theatre production - from set construction and lighting to auditions and rehearsals. Through the Malvern Theatre Society, students learn alongside accomplished professionals while staging three major productions - two Upper School shows and one Middle School showannually in our 585-seat theatre. mp

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Malvern Employees Complete 500 Hours During Day of Service

On Tuesday, August 23, Malvern Prep employees participated in their first-ever day of service. Employees completed 500 hours of service at 10 different locations across the Philadelphia area, including Bringing Hope Home, Camilla Hall at Immaculata University, Chester County Food Bank, City Team, Habitat for Humanity, MANNA, Pete’s Produce, SHARE Food Bank, and St. Patrick’s Church in Norristown.

“The Faculty and Staff Christian Service Day came about when I saw the needs of many organizations in our area that needed adult help,” shared

Kelly Catania P’21’23, Christian Service Learning Director. “If we are asking our young Friars to find their own passion project in helping others, then what better model than all of us leading the charge? The energy of the day was awesome as employees were able to choose from 10 different service sites and return to campus to spread the good news of their days. We are hoping that this continues to grow and be another highlight of how Malvern empowers our community.”

Thank you to our employees for generously giving their time to those in need within our community. mp

Malvern Prep Welcomes the Class of 2026 with Brotherhood Ceremony

On Wednesday, September 21, members of Malvern Prep’s Class of 2026, as well as new members of the classes of 2025 and 2024, were formally welcomed into the Malvern community during the Brotherhood Ceremony in the O’Neill Sports Center.

Fr. Christopher Drennen, O.S.A. ’73 opened the ceremony and shared with students and guests that September 21, 2022, marked exactly 100 years since the school celebrated its opening on Warren Avenue with a Mass in 1922. The Class of 2026 will be, in four years’ time, the 100th graduating class of Malvern Prep.

Fr. Bill Gabriel, Malvern’s newest Friar, addressed students and guests by sharing his experience of learning about the Brotherhood at Malvern. Recalling a story of when he witnessed an act of Brotherhood between students, he explained that Brotherhood is “what we do here [at Malvern Prep].” “We are the people who notice as Augustine did, that we need each other in order to be the best version of ourselves,” shared Fr. Bill.

Students began the ceremony by sitting with their parents/ guardians. They were then presented with a medal of St. Augustine, which was placed around their neck by their parents or guardians. These medals depict the image of St. Augustine, the founder of the Augustinian Order of priests who established and support Malvern Prep. Each student and his family were then blessed by one of the five Augustinian Friars participating in the ceremony. The new Malvern brothers then signed their names in a Class of 2026 ledger, symbolizing their acceptance into the Malvern community. They returned to sit with their classmates, rather than their parents/guardians, signifying their membership in the Brotherhood. mp

Seven Seniors Recognized By National Merit Scholarship Program

Congratulations to the seven seniors being honored by the National Merit Scholarship Program. Aidan Naughton and William Yacovelli are two of over 16,000 semifinalists. Alex Daoud, Logan Kelley, Patrick Mears, Bryce Pippin, and Jack Rosenberger are Commended Scholars.

This recognition comes after high school juniors took the 2021 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) last fall. The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors and includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. Congratulations! mp

On Tuesday, November 15, Malvern Preparatory School announced the receipt of a transformational gift being made by current parents, Mr. Brian and Mrs. Barbara Riley P’21’26, in the sum of $4 million. Mr. Riley also serves on the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees in the role of Treasurer. The gift will be used to transform Riley Hall (formerly Tolentine Hall). Riley Hall will become the center of Middle School life at Malvern Prep and serve as the primary academic building for the Howley Middle School Program which was established in 2022. Construction on Riley Hall is currently underway and expected to be completed in time for the 2023-24 academic year.

“The need for a dedicated space for the W. Nicholas Howley Middle School Program was determined recently by a Campus Master Plan evaluation process. Our community is so humbled and grateful for the generous support of the Riley Family. Their charitable gift allows our Middle School faculty and students to have a ‘home’ on campus,” said Mr. Patrick Sillup, Head of School.

Built in 1923, Riley Hall was one of the first buildings constructed on Malvern Prep’s Warren Avenue campus after relocating the school from the campus of Villanova University in 1922. The building skirts the main hub of campus life, the Quad, and will soon be connected to The Maggitti Pavilion. The Maggitti Pavilion will

become the center for college counseling, learning support, and administration on Malvern Prep’s campus. Construction for that project will begin in the Fall of 2023.

The Rileys recognize the importance of giving back to a Malvern Community that has been so instrumental in their sons’ lives. “For our family, Malvern is more than a school. Malvern is a brotherhood centered on our shared Faith and guided by Augustinian values of Truth, Unity, and Love. Like so many Malvernians before them, our sons have made friends for life and have been taught to lead meaningful lives grounded in Christ’s teachings. We are so very thankful for what Malvern has done for our sons, their friends, and for thousands of Malvernians and their

families, past, present, and future,” shared Mr. and Mrs. Riley.

Malvern’s Director of Development, Mike Treston, Jr. ’02, acknowledges this significant gift for Malvern, stating, “This gift speaks to the tremendous outcomes of our Middle School program. The Riley Family has experienced first-hand what our Middle School program offers young men, and they have seen the effect our faculty and moderators have had on their own sons. We are grateful that they believe so strongly in the mission of Malvern Prep and we hope this gift will inspire others to invest in our school.” mp

Malvern Prep Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Malvern Prep celebrated Native American Heritage Month on Wednesday, November 9, gathering together to welcome members of the Lenni Lenape Tribe to campus. Members of their tribe included Chief “Gentlemoon” Chuck DeMund, Chief of Ceremony and Intertribal Affairs; Ken “Wolf Eyes” Macaulay; Barbara “Bluejay” Michalski, Chief of Culture and Tribal Secretary; Walter “Quiet Feather” Sosnowski; and Pam “Talking Goose” Sosnowski.

During the celebration, the school took time to acknowledge and thank the Lenape Nation for being the original caretakers of the land we currently occupy.

The Lenape people are the original inhabitants of Delaware, New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and

Southern New York. For over 10,000 years they have been the caretakers of these lands and of The River of Human Being, more commonly known as the Delaware River. The Lenape were the first tribe to sign a treaty with the United States and the first tribe to have land set aside for them in New Jersey.

Many place names in Pennsylvania are derived from the Lenape language, such as Manayunk, Conshohocken, and Neshaminy … to mention only a few. In the city of Philadelphia stands a statue of Chief Tamanend, a revered leader among the Lenape, who signed many treaties with William Penn. The history of the Lenape is truly the history of Pennsylvania. mp

CSItizen Team Welcomes Three Dynamic Speakers This Fall

The CSItizen Speaker Team held a series of speaker events this fall with some impressive guest speakers. On Wednesday, October 26, the team welcomed Fr. Greg Boyle founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, CA, and two of his “Homies,” Oscar and Joseph. Fr. Boyle is a Jesuit priest who started Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry program in the world. The fireside chat, with over 120 in attendance, was a perfect opportunity to converse with Fr. Boyle about why he started Homeboy Industries, and hear stories about how it has helped so many in the community.

On Tuesday, November 8, Brent Celek joined the team for a fireside chat in the St. Augustine Center for Social Impact. Celek spoke about his 11-season career with the Eagles and the journey of helping the Eagles win Super Bowl LII over the New England Patriots during the 2017 season.

The final speaker on November 22, was Jay Wright, former Head Coach of Villanova Men’s Basketball. This event was very well attended in Duffy Theatre. The moderators, Carson Meyers ’23 and Will Aprahamian ’23, were able to dispel a myth that in high school Wright scored 69 points against Malvern Prep. “You guys did your research, it does say that in Wikipedia, but it’s not true,” quipped Wright. “I have too much respect for Malvern - and I was a good player, but I would have never scored 69 points against them.” Wright took the audience on his journey as coach beginning at the University of Rochester until his time at Villanova, sharing his insights on leadership and remaining humble while being competitive.

About this year’s line up, Carson Meyers ’23 shares, “Bringing in high caliber guests like Jay Wright, Father Greg Boyle, and Brent Celek gives us the gravity to bring in more guests of similar caliber. We are excited about where CSItizen is at the moment, but more importantly, see this as a launching point to an even greater potential. As of now we are working to hopefully have an event this spring which will be overseen by the seniors in the group and run by the Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshman of CSItizen. This will jump them into next year where there will be plans for even more incredible events.” mp

Malvern Prep Celebrates Homecoming and Reunion Weekend

Malvern Prep’s Homecoming and Reunion Weekend took place Friday, October 21 to Sunday, October 23, 2022. It was a beautiful weekend to come together and celebrate Malvern.

The weekend kicked off on Friday evening as the Alumni Association presented its 2022 St. Augustine Award and Athletic Hall of Fame Induction. Edward J. Caterson, MD, PhD, ’92 received the St. Augustine Alumni Award, given to an alumnus who best symbolizes the spirit and mission of Malvern Prep. J. Michael Treston, Jr. ’02, Michael J. Meehan ’03, and Brian Duffy ’06 were inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame.

During the weekend, the Class of 1962 celebrated their 60th Reunion, the Class of 1967 celebrated their 55th Reunion, and the Class of 1972 celebrated their 50th Reunion. There was also an All Class Reunion for class years ending in 2 and 7.

Homecoming kicked off on Saturday morning with Open House - a wonderful opportunity to welcome prospective students and their families to campus so they could truly see the campus in action. After Open House the athletic contests began with Varsity Soccer at 11:00 a.m., followed by the Varsity Football game at 1:00 p.m. While the games did not end in Malvern’s favor, it was a beautiful day to be on campus.

Families, students, alumni, faculty, and staff enjoyed the Pig Roast and camaraderie of the afternoon. The energy added a sense of liveliness among the students looking forward to the evening’s Homecoming Dance. The weekend wrapped up on Sunday morning with Alumni Mass in Our Mother of Good Counsel Chapel.

Homecoming and Reunion was an incredible weekend, made possible by the efforts of the Alumni Association, Mothers’ and Fathers’ Club volunteers, students, faculty, and staff. It was a great weekend to be a Friar! mp

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

WELCOME BACK FATHER BILL!

Fr. Bill Gabriel returns to campus as an Upper School Theology teacher and member of the Mission and Ministry Team after first stepping foot on Malvern’s campus during his pastoral year of Augustinian Formation during the 2018-19 school year.

Prior to returning to Malvern, Fr. Bill completed his Masters in Divinity, was ordained a Priest in June 2021, and spent time at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish as parochial vicar.

“It has been a bit of a transition from being at St. Thomas to being back in the classroom, but seeing how interested and engaged the boys in my classes have been is encouraging and very lifegiving,” he shares. A new piece of Fr. Bill’s role is Sacramental Ministry - celebrating Mass, baptisms, weddings, funerals, preaching, and sharing the Eucharist.

“One of the things about being a new priest is thinking about how to connect the lives in front of you with the scriptures of our tradition and finding ways to make it relevant and real. Having the opportunity to do that for grades 6-12 at one time and to celebrate the Eucharist in the midst of that is a reminder that God is walking with us through it all. It’s exciting to be able to connect with the students in a less academic, more spiritual way,” says Fr. Bill.

When asked about the Augustinian’s presence on campus, he shares, “As long as we are able to keep a physical presence to honor the Augustinian culture,

covenant, and ethos and help create, enhance, and be collaborators with those who are on campus. The students become ambassadors of the Augustinian spirit wherever they go within the world. Augustine says, ‘I need you to help me get to heaven because left up to my own devices and willpower, I’m not going to get very far.’ That sense is that if you’re there to help build me up when I’m struggling and cheer me on when I’m doing well, expect the same from me and we can do that out of love for one another and building up gifts that make God’s presence more real.”

God’s presence has been visible in Fr. Bill since the time he was born and raised in Dover, NH, and first came to the Main Line to attend Villanova University. Following his graduation from Villanova, he spent three years at Archmere Academy as the Director of Campus Ministry and Basketball Coach, as well as two years as a teacher.

When he was eight years old, he had his first inkling of his future foray into religious life. “We were in an Augustinian Parish in New Hampshire and I remember noticing how vibrant and hospitable the pastor was, and how he seemed to want to know people. He was new, so it was in stark contrast to the previous mode of parish leadership. I remember thinking, ‘Wow, there’s something about this guy that’s very engaging and he made people feel welcomed, known, valued, and empowered to take ownership of our faith journeys,” says Fr. Bill.

“I remember telling my dad that I wanted to be a priest

when I grew up. He, of course, asks ‘Why?’ And I shared with him that I liked the vestments, and that I wanted to be like him to inspire people.”

Over the course of his childhood and teenage years, Fr. Bill learned that inspiration can come from a variety of places - parents, teachers, family, and coaches. He didn’t need to be a priest to inspire people, but he recalls feeling a lot of small tuggings through his journey that led him to seriously consider religious life. “I felt like entering into religious life was how I, Bill, will love best in the world,” he explains.

When asked what he would say to a student interested in pursuing religious life he shared that students should pay attention to two things: 1) What is allowing you to love best in this world? Keep that question in mind and notice when you do something that makes you come alive. 2) What affirmations are you hearing from others? Try to pay attention to when others notice and point out things about you, perhaps that will help you see your own giftedness.

In the same vein, when asked about the best piece of advice he ever received, Fr. Bill laughs and says, “I was discerning and I wasn’t sure what to do with my life. I was weighing all these options and it felt really hard and really overwhelming. I was sitting with my Spiritual Director, a Sister of Saint Joseph, and she looked at me and said, ‘Bill, God doesn’t care. He doesn’t care if you’re an Augustinian, a priest, a doctor, a lawyer, a husband, or single. God does not care. God cares that you are Bill. Insofar as whatever you do is allowing you to become more Bill because God calls us by name. That’s where you need to be.’” mp

Fr. Flynn to Leave Malvern Prep After 50 Years of Service

In mid-November, Mr. Patrick Sillup shared a communication with the Malvern Community announcing that Fr. James Flynn, O.S.A. was being reassigned to the Monastery of St. Thomas of Villanova on December 5, 2022. Included in the communication was a letter from Rev. Robert Hagan, O.S.A., Prior Provincial of the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova, who said “The Monastery is better equipped to provide the care and support that Fr. Flynn needs at this time in his life...While this news may be difficult to hear, please know it is the result of a process rooted in care, prayer, and compassion. It was also a process that included multiple discussions with Fr. Flynn. Understandably, this reassignment will be emotional for all involved, and I join countless others in appreciation of the legacy and lasting impact Fr. Flynn has had on the Malvern Prep Community. I look forward to working with you to find ways for Fr. Flynn to periodically return to Malvern Prep for future events.”

News of Fr. Flynn’s reassignment spread quickly through the Malvern Community with many alumni, parents, faculty, friends, and students sharing their well-wishes to Fr. Flynn.

“Wishing you the very best on your transition to the Monastery….My son Kyle thought the world of you along with his classmates…Just know you have influenced and made an impact on the students and lives you’ve touched!” said Aaron Worsnup P’24

Similar sentiments were shared over and over again. “Flynner, I cannot begin to thank you enough for your dedication, love, and leadership to the Malvern Prep Community for over 50 years! We owe you a debt of gratitude for your selfless support! You have been one of the cornerstones to helping Malvern grow and evolve as a school and more importantly help mold the young men who have passed through the gates of Warren Ave! You may be moving to a new home but your presence will never leave the Malvern campus,” shared Carter Sims from the Class of 1984.

Fr. Flynn has served as a pillar in the Malvern Community for 50 years in a variety of roles - teacher, President, Head of School, and Chaplain. But the roles he will best be remembered for are as a friend, friar brother, mentor, teacher, and confidant. He has been a servant to so many of us, both in times of joy and in times of

sadness. The Malvern Prep Community has been fortunate that the Augustinian Order of St. Thomas of Villanova has shared Fr. Flynn with us for all these years.

Fr. Flynn began his career at Malvern Prep, teaching mathematics and theology from 1973 to 1980. He left the school briefly to serve as the Prior of Our Mother of Good Counsel Novitiate and later taught mathematics and theology at Austin Preparatory School in Reading, Mass.

In 1988, Fr. Flynn was reassigned and returned to teach at Malvern Prep. Since that time, he has held the roles of Math Department Chair, Dean of the Middle School, Head of School, and President. He also served as a member of the Malvern Prep Board of Trustees.

During his incredible ministry to Malvern Prep, Fr. Flynn has been instrumental in bringing people together at Malvern and developing successful programs such as MECO (Malvernians Encountering Christ in Others), the senior retreat weekend that was created in 1975. This program has touched the lives of thousands of Malvern Prep students and has become a tradition that will endure and remain at Malvern.

A celebration in honor of Fr. Flynn and his 50 years of dedicated service to Malvern Prep will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Please save the date for this celebration, details of which will be forthcoming. In the words of St. Augustine, “When large numbers of people share their joy in common, the happiness of each is greater because each adds fuel to the other’s flame.” In that vein, we hope you will plan to join us for his celebration.

Malvern Prep is indebted to Fr. Flynn for his incredible career that has been dedicated to the Malvern Prep Community. Please join us in expressing gratitude to Fr. Flynn and wishing him well during this transition.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out to share memories and well-wishes! If you would like to share a message with Fr. Flynn, please scan the QR Code. mp

CELEBRATING THE INSTALLATION OF MR. PATRICK SILLUP

Malvern Preparatory School’s 15th Head of School

The celebration of Mr. Patrick Sillup’s Installation took place during a school-wide Mass on Thursday, October 20, 2022 - a beautiful autumn day. Students, faculty and staff, family and friends of Mr. Sillup, Augustinians, guests, and peer Heads of School were all in attendance to share this momentous day in our school’s history.

Serving as Masters of Ceremony were Kevin Clark ’23 and Austin Turley ’29, who both did a wonderful job as emcees.

The celebration began with the Adeodatus Reflection, given by Aidan Fowler from the Class of 2023. During his reflection, Aidan asked the members of the community to “join together with one mind and one heart to pray for Mr. Sillup as he assumes the role of Head of School.”

Following the procession, Steven Getsie ’23 provided welcoming remarks. Getsie reminded the community of our academic theme, “Begin by Wondering.” “This theme is a reminder that all of us are made in the image and likeness of God and should be thought of with the same awe as the wonders of the world,” said Getsie. He continued, “It is that natural curiosity and questioning that will lead us to solve problems with humility and heart.”

Mass was celebrated by Fr. Rob Hagan, O.S.A., Prior Provincial of the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova. It was concelebrated by nine Augustinian Friars, including Fr. Donald Reilly, O.S.A., the immediate past Head of School who now serves as Senior Advisor, Mission & Philanthropy.

One unique feature of the ceremony was the Installation Promises. From students and staff to parents/guardians and alumni, the Installation Promises represented every area of our school community. Following the Installation Promises,

Mr. Sillup was presented with the Chain of Office by Mr. Joe Davis ’90 P’21, Chair of the Board of Trustees. The Chain of Office features the school seal and honors all of the past leaders of Malvern Prep. Mr. Sillup shared his remarks following the presentation of the Chain of Office. Sillup recalled his excitement upon hearing the news that he had been selected as the next Head of School describing it as a “watershed” moment in his life. He recounted stories about three individuals in his life who served as “wayfinding tools” - those people in our lives who help us determine “where we might go, where we might not, and where we might put lots of our energy.” He further described these people as those who “bet on you, invest in you, and want the very best for you, doing all they can to help you evolve into a better person.”

In recounting stories of those who were instrumental in getting him here today, Sillup advised students and guests in attendance to “look for signals,

reasons to push your thinking - all in an effort to evolve in a way that honors your gifts, your talents, and your interests. Otherwise, you run the risk of cementing a fixed mindset which is one of the two or three obstacles to success in a world that demands flexibility and adaptability.

In closing, Sillup shared with those in attendance that his goal is “to be a wayfinding tool for the school that we all love; to help it evolve into a better version of itself … I plan to be all in, all the time.”

Mass continued with the Liturgy of the Eucharist and the celebration ended with Austin Turley ’29 congratulating Mr. Sillup: “The students wish you much success in your new role,” said Turley, continuing, “I speak for all members of the Malvern Community - we are delighted to have you lead Malvern Prep now and in the future!” mp

Mr. Patrick Sillup was born in Medford, NJ, and grew up in the tri-state area, moving around between New Jersey, the Greater Philadelphia area, and New York. After moving to New York for a few years, Sillup came back to the area and graduated from Archbishop Carroll in 1998.

Sillup earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Duquesne University and a Master of Science in Mathematics Education from The City College of New York. He then went on to earn a Master of Educational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania, where he focused on the use of assessment to create a culture of reflective practice in middle school math classrooms. Sillup is currently enrolled in the Doctorate of Education program at USC Rossier.

In between receiving his undergraduate and graduate degrees, Sillup spent time on the Camden Riversharks, New Jersey’s professional baseball team. “It was a cool experience of meeting people and seeing a different world, but I also think I was answering some of my own questions along the way,” he shared. “The manager at the

time, Wayne Krenchicki, had a great way about him. He was one of those guys who didn’t have to say a lot, to say a lot. I remember standing with him and he said, ‘You know, I feel like you really connect with the kids who come to youth clinics, and you seem to have this passion around it. Have you ever thought about pursuing something like that?’ That conversation really got me thinking about pursuing the New York Teaching Fellows Program.”

Sillup was part of the New York Teaching Fellows Program for seven years, teaching middle school mathematics and obtaining his degree from The City College in New York.

“It was a great opportunity and I met some really great people during my time with the New York Teaching Fellows, people who are still my friends to this day. I also fell in love with education and fell in love with this idea that I can design something that a student can understand,” said Sillup.

After New York, Sillup came to Malvern as a Middle School mathematics teacher, and then continued to advance,

holding roles as Head of the Middle School, Assistant Head of School, and now Head of School.

When asked about what he is most looking forward to in his role as Head of School, he replied, “It goes back to my roots as a classroom teacher when you see a student understand something that you’ve laid out, but as you elevate and wonder how can I influence a division or a school? I’m an inherent problem-solver, so I wonder how I can think divergently to come up with a better answer to the question? Can I ask a better question to get us to a better solution? How can we provide things to students and faculty so our programs can shine? We need space, we need to endow programs, we need to figure out ways to add those things. I look forward to figuring that out. I also like to tell stories, and in some ways, helping to figure out how to solve problems honors the gifts that I can bring.”

One of Sillup’s favorite things to do with his family is get out and be active. “My daughter, Isla, will tease Katie and me because if we have an open afternoon, we will always try to go out and get active - bike riding, hiking, fly fishing. It’s part of my makeup, I like to be out, be active, and I find that my mind is more at ease when I’m fishing or doing something active,” he shared.

He’s also an avid Crossfit participant, reader, artist, and cook. “I love to cook and I especially like to cook on Sundays. I love to try cooking new things and I think the pandemic amplified that because it became ‘How can we travel without being able to go anywhere?’ We would pick a recipe, then learn more about it and cook it,” Sillup said.

For Sillup, he leans on family and those closest to him. They always seem to provide inspiration and support when he needs it. “I think that people are these incredible wayfinding tools, at least that’s how I’ve experienced people, and I could name folks along my journey who have given me gifts in terms of wisdom and support, and because of that I want to be that person for others, especially for the kids in helping them figure out their mission statement, vision statement, or their why,” he shared. “There have been really influential people in my life and that as a result, my hope is to be really influential in someone else’s life.” mp

Where Do You See The School In…

5 years:

I think we’re on this great pathway, and I’ll start with the construct we’ve been putting out into the universe, which is Malvern embracing this idea that it’s a school where things happen, not a school for a particular thing to happen. In five years, we should feel as if Malvern is the school where boys learn to be enterprising, and we’re going to have more and even better examples of what that means, from documentaries to honey, but what does it look like to harvest venom? We’ve seen coffee roasting, but what does it mean to roast multiple blends? I think it elevates in those five years. I also believe in five years we will get to a point where anyone can walk around campus, and you’ll know our story without talking to anyone because our walls can talk to you, different things I can scan will talk to you, projects can talk to you … we haven’t fully captured that yet, but I think we’re getting there. I can also imagine in five years how many advanced credit earners we have and how those stories feed into this larger ecosystem.

10 years:

I think a lot is going to shift in the education landscape in 10 years. What’s going to be happening with learning technologies, how might students be interacting with content, and what is school going to be viewed as a platform for? Is it a platform to be able to do these things, or is it going to be to gain this certain skill? I think in 10 years it’s going to be a really fascinating place. We’re probably going to see a school where the uniqueness of the program is going to be tied to partnerships you’ve established. We have this fabulous alumni base, we have these different community members and stakeholders who want to get involved with teaching a course or bringing their expertise. I think school is going to become a place for that, and the schools that can do that are going to be the ones that thrive and survive. mp

Getting to Know Mr. Patrick Sillup

What is your favorite food?

I would connect my favorite foods to my favorite people. My wife makes Caesar salad from scratch and I love it; my Aunt Barb makes pasta fagioli and I love it because she makes it; my mother-in-law makes chicken piccata and I love it; my mom makes stuffing that was in her family and I love it; my Aunt Patti makes oatmeal cookies and I love them.

What is your favorite food to cook?

French. I find it difficult and the challenge of pulling it all together is interesting to me.

Favorite sports team?

I don’t follow a team day-to-day, but growing up it would definitely be the New York Yankees. Now that we’ve been in Philadelphia for 12 years, I would say that it’s the Eagles.

What are you binging right now?

I’m a binge reader, meaning that I’ll get into an author and go all in. I’ve been reading a lot of Hal Borland. I love connecting nature to things that we do; it helps me create a mental model of where we are within seasons. As for a show, I don’t always get time to watch, but my daughter and wife really like “The Voice,” so I’ll overhear it and in some ways I’m invested. As for the most recent thing I’ve binged, the Phillies World Series run.

Favorite Music?

I’m all over the map with music. Right now I’m listening to a band called Dojo Cuts- it’s a cool way to end the day, pretty easy listening. Music, for me, really depends on the time of day or the intent, but my all-time favorite would probably be the Beastie Boys.

Favorite Restaurant?

Locally, my favorite restaurant is Birchrunville Cafe in Chester Springs. It’s a quaint, wonderful spot to have a great meal. When we go to New York we have different places we like to eat, but one that we always go to is Sam’s, a classic pizza joint in Brooklyn. That’s the spot where my shoulders relax and I feel like I am home. There’s also a great restaurant on Smith Street called Cubano Cafe, and it reminds me of early in my relationship with Katie. I can say that I definitely have a restaurant I’d want to hit in every city I’ve been to.

Favorite Book?

The most recent book I’ve read is Setting the Table by Danny Meyer. It’s a cool way of thinking about how to shape culture: “Business is about how you make people feel. It’s that simple and that hard.” The book is a wonderful account of how hospitality matters in all businesses, and I find myself going back to it. My first favorite book that I found on my own was Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris. It was at that point I realized that you can find favorite books without them being recommended by a teacher, and it just set ablaze this journey of finding new books. Another favorite is Catcher In The Rye. I was binging Hunter Thompson, and I had this magic moment of living in New York City and being able to walk around and make connections between locations in the city and different books that I had read.

Favorite Holiday? Thanksgiving.

Favorite Vacation Spot?

Someone once said to me, “When you find that bridge or that tunnel or pathway that takes you to a place where you find yourself, go back.” For my family that’s Folly Beach, South Carolina. It’s a great spot and fits with our rhythms.

Favorite Activity in Your Free Time?

Spending time with my girls - Katie and Isla.

Favorite Place on Campus?

Either the St. Augustine Center or the Chapel.

If you weren’t Head of School, what would you be doing?

It would be a tie between selling and art. What I mean by selling is that I love to talk about something that could potentially lead someone else to partner with you or do something. How do you craft stories and get people moving in a certain direction? With art, I love to create, and being able to do that more often would be awesome mp

Friar SportsHighlights

The Fall 2022 Malvern Prep Athletic Season continued a history of impressive individual accolades and team earned celebrations.

The Varsity Golf Team finished their season as Inter-Ac Champions, with a strong season record of 31-7. Davis Conaway ’26 also won the Bert Linton Golf Championship and in doing so he became only the third player in Malvern Golf history to win the championship as a freshman. The Cross Country Team took 3rd place in the Inter-Ac Championship Meet, following it up with a 5th place showing at the PAISAA State Cross Country Championships. The team did notch their first major invitational win since 2015 at the Salesianum Invitational. Malvern Football finished their season with an 8-2 record, notching solid wins against Imhotep, Rowan, Archbishop Wood, and top Delaware program DMA. The team was also ranked #5 in the state of PA, after not being ranked the previous year. Head Football Coach Dave Gueriera P’24 was named the Philadelphia Eagles High School Coach of the Week in September.

The Water Polo team came out of the gate at the beginning of the season with more wins in the first two weeks then all of last season. The team showed much improvement with everyone improving over the course of the season and having five athletes each scoring 20+ goals throughout the season. Malvern Soccer had a challenging season, returning only two starters from the previous season and several starters out with injuries during the season. The team had several key wins during the season, including nearly upsetting The Hill School in the PAISAA tournament. Rowing competed in the Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, MA and placed well enough to secure an invitation to next year’s event. Two Friars also participated in the Gold Cup Regatta, where they competed against some of the most elite youth rowers in the Northeast.

At the end of the fall athletic season, 21 Friars were named to Inter-Ac League Teams. Congratulations!

We continue to have immense pride in our studentathletes - both in the classroom and in their play. Thank you to the parents and fans who traveled near and far to cheer on the Friars this year. We are looking forward to seeing how our Winter and Spring athletes do during their seasons. We hope to see you in the stands! GO FRIARS!

Mr. Jim Stewart, Jr. ’86 Head of Athletics

FALL SPORTS

FOOTBALL

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

Liam Horan ’24 - Second Team All Inter-Ac Bobby Mears ’23 - First Team All Inter-Ac Peter Jones ’24 - First Team All Inter-Ac Dylan Kraiza ’24 - Second Team All Inter-Ac Sean Maguire ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac Colin McHugh ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac Kevin Miller ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac Yaahdir Nash ’23 - First Team All Inter-Ac Andrew Pellicciotta ’25 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

Phillip Tabasso ’24 - First Team All Inter-Ac

SEASON SUMMARY:

Malvern Football started their season with a big 35-0 victory over LaSalle in Ocean City, NJ, over Labor Day weekend. The Friars went on to win five more games in a row, beating state powers Imhotep, Rowan, Archbishop Wood, and top Delaware program DMA. They finished their season with two heartbreaking losses in the Inter-Ac. The team showed an incredible amount of resolve during the season, which was highlighted by outstanding senior leadership. Before this year we were not ranked and had the daunting task of replacing 15 starters from the prior year. The Friars finished their season 8-2 and ranked #5 in the state of PA. Our motto this year was “Empty the Bucket,” and these Friars can safely say they did that and more this season. mp

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

Will Aprahamian ’23 - First Team All Inter-Ac, Most Improved Award

Davis Conaway ’26 - First Team All Inter-Ac, MVP Award

Michael Henry ’25 - First Team All Inter-Ac

Marshall Kain ’24 - First Team All Inter-Ac, Sportsmanship Award

Thomas Ploszay ’26 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

SEASON SUMMARY:

The 2022 Varsity Golf team capped off a memorable season finishing with an overall record of 31-7, highlighted by an Inter-Ac Championship title, and finishing 25-5 in league play. The Friars won 3/6 league invitational tournaments (Episcopal Academy at Merion West Golf Club, Malvern Prep at Waynesborough Country Club, and Haverford School at 1912 Club). Davis Conaway ’26 and Will Aprahamian ’23 earned medalist honors at the GA Invitational at Bluestone Country Club. Conaway was also named the medalist at the Malvern Prep Invitational, firing a season low score of 34 (1-under par).

In non-league play, the Friars finished second in the Kick-Off Classic at Union League-Torresdale Country Club to begin the season, as well as recording victories against O’Hara, Holy Ghost Prep, and The Hill School. The only non-league loss came at the hands of LaSalle High School.

The success of the 2022 team was due to the many contributions made by different players throughout the season. Aprahamian, captain, was a consistent performer and leader. Conaway continued to play at a high level and staked his claim as one of the top players in the tri-state area. Marshall Kain ’24 and Shane Powelson ’24 provided stability in the Malvern lineup.

Michael Henry ’25 is a rising star in the league and will continue to establish himself as a top player in the area. Also playing key roles in matches during the season were Brody Bell ’25, Mac Traynor ’25, Eamon Cochran ’25, and Thomas Ploszay ’26. Senior co-captain and 2021 1st Team All Inter-Ac performer, Dylan O’Connor ’23 was injured and was only able to play in one invitational this season. His play was certainly missed this year, but his leadership and positive attitude were both keys to our success.

In the Bert Linton Championship, Conaway won medalist honors at Llanerch Country Club by firing a 1-over par score of 72. Needing to make birdie on the par 4 (315 yards) 18th hole, Conaway drove the green and calmly 2-putted for the title to cap off an incredible season. Henry finished 4th (76) and Bell, playing in his first Bert Linton Championship, tied for 5th place (77). mp

WATER POLO

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

Patrick Buyssee ’24 - All Eastern Prep Tournament Second Team

SEASON SUMMARY:

The Water Polo team had a 7-17 overall record this year, with a 1-7 record in Inter-Ac League play. The team came out of the gate with more wins in the first two weeks then all of last season. There has been much improvement on this year’s team starting with junior goalkeeper Carter Marks ’24 who has been outstanding over the course of the season to date. There is a balance on offense with five athletes scoring 20+ goals. Patrick Buysee ’24 leads the team in goals with 34, while Drew Kennedy ’23, Patrick Owen ’24, Ethan McNally ’23, and Max McGovern ’24 have all scored 20 or more goals. The team competed in the prestigious Eastern Prep Water Polo Tournament in November and finished 0-3 at the tournament. mp

CROSS COUNTRY

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

Carson Myers ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

Jake Marrone ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

Dylan Regan ’23 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

SEASON SUMMARY:

The Cross Country team took 3rd place in the Inter-Ac Championships behind strong showings from Episcopal Academy and Penn Charter. They followed this result up with a 5th place showing at the PAISAA state Cross Country Championships.

Earlier in the season, the team won the competitive Salesianum Invitational in Wilmington, DE - this was the team’s first major invitational win since 2015. mp

CROSS COUNTRY TEAM DEDICATES

SEASON TO LILY WALKER

Malvern’s Cross Country team has dedicated their season to Lily Walker, who visited with the team on August 31 to share a pep talk. Lily previously visited the Malvern Community last January and spoke to the student body following Weekly Mass, sharing her brave and inspiring battle with brain cancer.

Diagnosed at age 14 with brain cancer, Lily continues to fight with an inoperable brain tumor. Her family, friends, neighbors, and even strangers in Havertown join her in this fight with support by displaying lawn signs and green porch lights. They join her with prayers of healing on Zoom calls every few months and daily at 11:15 a.m. (November 15 is Lily’s birthday). Many people pray the Bill Atkinson Prayer for Lily’s miracle. Fr. Atkinson was a paraplegic that led an amazing life despite the challenges he faced. He is in the process of being canonized as a saint; this process involves miracles attributed to his intercession. Lily, her family, friends, and others touched by her story continue to hope and pray that she will be Fr. Atkinson’s miracle. mp

LILY’S PEP TALK TO THE TEAM

“Hey guys - I am so glad to be out here talking with you today. And even happier that you are dedicating your Cross Country season to me and bringing awareness to pediatric cancer.

When I talked to your school in January about my journey with faith while battling cancer, I was hoping to touch a few people. But the response I got was tremendous!! Like more than I ever realized could happen just by talking about my life.

What is going on in my life is far different from a lot of what is happening in yours for sure. However, I can almost guarantee that you are all dealing with things that are challenging, tough, or annoying. That is part of living. Looking at those challenges and facing them. Head on. That is what I have to do.

Every. Dang. Day.

So on your Cross Country days, remind yourself that you have survived 100% of your bad days. That’s toughness. That will keep your fire lit.

When you see that hill up ahead, accept it. Think of the “hill” that I have accepted. Tap into your inner David (you know, the one who fought Goliath), or think of me, climbing my hill every day. Tackle it. Be stronger than it.

I would look to the top while running uphill and picture myself reaching the summit. Other runners keep their heads down pretending the path is flat or pulling strength from watching the muscles in their strong legs. Whichever way you decide to conquer that hill, just know that you are GOING to conquer it.

And when the finish line is within view - DUMP IT. That’s what I would say in my head. DUMP IT - it’s time to give it everything you’ve got left in the tank.

I will end this little pep talk with this thought. It is my senior year of high school. I haven’t been able to run with my team since 8th grade. And I would give anything to lace up my sneakers again and get that adrenaline rush before the starting gun goes off. So please, keep that in your heart and on your mind as you run this season for me. Make it your best one!”

Thank you, Lily, for your inspiration! mp

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

J.J. Guillaume ’24 - Second Team All Inter-Ac James Mayo ’24 - Second Team All Inter-Ac

SEASON SUMMARY:

The 2022 Varsity Soccer team had a challenging fall, winning five games throughout the season. The team knew it would have a formidable test, having only returned two starters from the previous season. While the team started off strong with several wins, key injuries took hold going into the Inter-Ac games in October. Despite several narrow losses with seconds on the clock, the team also experienced some success with a 3-2 win against a talented Hun School of N.J.

While not the desired outcome, two close games resulted in 2-2 ties to Germantown Academy and Springside-Chestnut Hill. The team also narrowed the scoring gap against powerhouse soccer schools LaSalle College High School and The Shipley School, losing both 1-0 with minutes to go. With a decimated lineup, we nearly upset The Hill School in the PAISAA tournament, losing 1-0 with time running out during regulation. The team looks to rebuild in 2023, bringing up these young, talented players to compete. mp

ROWING

PLAYER RECOGNITION:

William Hicks ’23 - One of 50 high schoolers in the country to be named to the USRowing Scholastic Honor Roll

SEASON SUMMARY:

Grey Graham ’24, Luke Miller ’24, and Cormac Rooney ’24 represented Malvern Prep at the Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, MA, in October, the largest race in the world. All three athletes placed well enough to secure Malvern Prep’s invitation back for next year. Graham and Rooney received invitations to participate in the Gold Cup Regatta, where they competed in an expedition sprint race against a small pool of the most elite youth rowers in the Northeast. At this race they were able to meet several of the top Olympic Rowers in the world and watch them race for a large cash prize.

Over the winter, many of the Malvern Prep rowers plan to attend a USRowing Winter ID Camp where they will be observed by US National Team coaches for a chance to be invited to tryout for the USA U19 National Team this summer in Chula Vista, CA. mp

NewsNotes

1940s

Laurence C. Glass ’47 remembers with great fondness boarding four years at Malvern Prep, and especially his mentor, Fr. Grifferty.

1960s

Fr. Gary McCloskey ’69 is serving as the Delegate of the Provincial to the Malvern Prep Board of Trustees. He is also serving on a dissertation committee on Augustinian education at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (Belgium) and presented in November on Saint Augustine and Service Learning during the Journees Augustiniennes in Tunis (Carthage), Tunisia.

1970s

In

Richard Matteo ’72 recently retired from a 45+ career with three national retail chains. He will be moving closer to his grandchildren this December in a newly-built home in West Grove, PA.

Dr. Larry John ’73 is a Distinguished Analyst an ANSER, a not-for-profit public service research institute that provides analytic support in the national interest primarily to federal government customers. Since 2017, he has functioned as a Senior Industrial Base System Engineer supporting the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment program in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy. He and Georgeanne Brier John have been married since 2002. Larry has three children (Rachael, Corey, and Jack) and four grandchildren (Riona, Aric, Xavier, and Kyle).

1980s

Congratulations to Steven Nesmith ’81, former Board of Trustee Member, who was voted in as CEO for the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority. Nesmith has experience as a former Assistant Secretary at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, as well as former Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Commerce Department Economic Development Agency.

August, Wall of Fame swimming brothers Chris McKee ’72, Tim McKee ’71, and Mark McKee ’67 got together at the Great American Pub in Wayne, PA, to celebrate with Tim before his return to his home in Australia. Tim was recently recognized along with other former and current Olympic Medal winners by USA Swimming at US Nationals in Irvine, CA.

Steve Ryan ’84 hosted his close friends of the Class of 1984 in Phoenix, AZ, for some golf and the Eagles vs. Cardinals game. Pictured are John Ford ’84, Bob Delaney ’84, Carter Sims ’84, Steve Ryan ’84, Eric Follman ’84, and Neil O’Hare ’84. The trip commemorated 40 years of Malvern brotherhood with this crew!

ANDREW HOWLEY ’72

Andy Howley ’72 grew up in Havertown, PA, and is the third-born of eight children. He attended St. Laurence School in Upper Darby, spent four years at Malvern Prep, and attended Muhlenberg College where he was a double major in Business and French, with a minor in German. Following college, Howley received his MBA from The Wharton School of The University of Pennsylvania and since then he has had a series of jobs, mostly in financial positions. He now considers himself semi-retired, but still keeping busy with family, serving on the Board of Trustees at Malvern Prep, and work.

While older brother, Nick, attended St. Joe’s Prep, the four younger siblings, Andy, Dan Howley ’71, Tom Howley ’74, and Mark Howley ’78, attended Malvern Prep. The Howleys were already familiar with Malvern, having had two family members attend in the 50s. Howley’s father, Mr. Nick Howley, Jr. P’71’72’74’78 TE, was very involved in helping the school recover and stay open in the 70s, as well as serving on the Board of Trustees as both member and Chair from 1974 to 1980.

During his time as a student at Malvern, Howley was a self-described “sports junkie.”

“The main thing I did was play basketball,” he said. “I wasn’t the best player, but I tried real hard and I liked it. I also participated in intramural sports.”

When asked about what he remembers most about being in school with his brothers, he shared, “I remember piling into the car and driving out to school. We had a route we took where we picked up other kids along the way, too. When we got to school we had our own group of friends, but we were close. I’m still close with all eight of my siblings - we see each other on a regular basis.”

When Howley was a student, Malvern was going through some tough times. While he never realized the extent of the issues, he did recognize that his dad was part of a group of businessmen who jumped in and helped to get the school back on its feet. “We knew that dad was at Malvern trying to make things better. I think everyone in

our family was aware that our father was very dedicated to helping Malvern,” he shared. “When Nick was able to donate and help out, Malvern was at the top of his list.”

The Howley Foundation was founded in 2001 by Nick and Lorie Howley with the intent of helping students, all students, regardless of economic means, receive the best education possible. The Howley Foundation has gifted Malvern Prep with a $20 million gift that will provide for a variety of needs at the school. Most especially, this generous gift will support 40 students with annual scholarships who would otherwise not be able to achieve a Malvern Prep education. In addition, to honor their father’s legacy, as well as his commitment to Malvern and the founding of the Middle School, Malvern’s Middle School Program will be named the W. Nicholas Howley, Jr. Middle School.

Howley was also recently appointed to Malvern’s Board of Trustees. While he hopes that everything goes well during his tenure, he recognizes that sometimes things happen where Trustee involvement is needed and hopes that with his financial mindset, as well as familiarity with the school, he can provide assistance if he is called to help.

When asked about the importance of alumni and their families getting involved with and giving back to Malvern, he quickly responded, “To keep the heritage alive. There are so many people who go there now that their grandfather, father went to Malvern. If you jump forward a couple of years, you hope that continues to be the case.” Elaborating further, he shares, “I think it’s important for alumni to keep in touch, to know what’s going on, to have a warm feeling about the school, and have their family be part of the experience. The more they keep in touch, the more likely they are to support the school. You never know where the next significant gift is going to come from, but it’s probably going to come from somebody who already knows and has some affection for the school.” mp

1980s (continued)

Jim Stewart, Jr. ’86 was recently presented with the Speedy Morris Award for his dedicated work to Coaches vs. Cancer. Over the last several years, Jim has helped to raise over $120,000 for Coaches vs. Cancer. Congratulations, Jim!

1990s

Frank Orman ’99 purchased the Reading Coffee Company in 2019, right before the pandemic. He pivoted from a career in sacred music working for Saint Monica in Berwyn for 20 years to being a business owner. Special thanks to classmate Ryan Edginton ’99, owner and CEO of All-Fill in Exton, for coming to our rescue and supplying us with packaging equipment during the beginning of the pandemic to make up for a labor shortage. Malvern grads helping each other out.

2000s

On September 17, 2022, Kyle Edginton ’00 and Erik Ingersoll ’98 participated in the “Ben Did Go 7.0” Memorial Prone paddle race from Catalina Island to Newport Beach, CA, to raise funds for the Ben Carlson Memorial and Scholarship Foundation.

David DiLucia ’88 was recently named the Albert G. Molloy Head Coach of Men’s Tennis at the University of Pennsylvania.

Jerome Reitano ’01 was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army and assigned as the Professor of Military Science and Army ROTC Department Chair at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL. LTC Reitano met his wife and graduated from Embry-Riddle with a Bachelors in 2006 and Masters in 2011.

David Reid ’03 is Vice President, Deputy General Counsel for Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment, the sports and entertainment company that operates the Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, and Prudential Center, among others. David handles a wide variety of legal matters for HBSE, including commercial contract drafting, review, and negotiation; collective bargaining; negotiating and drafting employment and consulting agreements for various employees and independent contractors; and advising internal stakeholders on compliance with federal and state law, as well as NBA and NHL rules and regulations. David graduated with a B.S. in finance and international business from Georgetown University in 2007, and with a J.D., cum laude, from Temple University in 2010. Prior to joining HBSE in 2016, David spent six years practicing employment and labor law, most recently with Proskauer Rose LLP.

Jonathan McLaughlin ’03 and his wife Tiggy welcomed their son Brendan Andrew in August. Big brothers Terry and Justin couldn’t be happier. The McLaughlin’s live in Erie, PA, where Jonathan teaches Latin at Cathedral Prep.

Michael Bibbo ’03 was named an Associate Athletic Trainer in August 2021 at St. Joseph’s University and continues to work with Baseball and the Men’s/Women’s Tennis teams.

Bobby Malonoski ’05 and his wife welcomed their daughter, Olivia Jane, on Monday, October 10, at 8:18 a.m. Olivia is 8lbs 2oz and 20 inches long. The family is overjoyed and settling into life at home.

Congratulations to Eric Moore ’02 on being named a 2022 Veterans of Influence Rising Star honoree by the Philadelphia Business Journal

School Celebrates Wall of

On Wednesday, September 14, Malvern Preparatory School inducted two members into the James H. Stewart IV Wall of Distinction during a school-wide ceremony. The Wall of Distinction was unveiled in a similar ceremony last year and is displayed in Malvern’s St. Augustine Center for Social Impact because the building provides a location and programming for students to solve problems affecting humanity now and in the future.

The award is named to honor the legacy of Jim Stewart P’86’94 PT Hon, a member of the Wall of Distinction Committee who passed away in August 2020, prior to the announcement of the inaugural class.

This year’s inductees were Dr. Dan Kelly ’99 and Mr. Barkley Sample ’81, both of whom were joined by proud family and friends at the ceremony.

During the ceremony, Kelly shared with students, “If I can leave you with three ideas, it would be manifesto, mentorship, and moments,” he continued, “by manifesto, I mean finding things you want to pursue, mentors are those who are doing the kind of work that

inspires you, and by moments, I mean find the opportunities that allow you experience that manifesto.” He explained that his time at Malvern is what “opened his eyes to a life of service,” which continued as he spent time on the ground in Africa during the Ebola epidemic.

Sample also addressed his “future alumni brothers.” “No one comes to Malvern to be average, and certainly none of your parents have sent you here to be ordinary, and yet to be able to make an impact on society you have to understand society - exposed to diversity of thought, opinion, and culture,” he stated. He encouraged students to really engage and learn more about one another. “You guys can be the change that we want to see,” he said.

The inductees are wonderful examples of selfless service to others and to the Common Good, which demonstrates the Augustinian Core Values of Truth, Unity, and Lovethe hallmarks of the Malvern Prep experience. The James H. Stewart IV Wall of Distinction provides our community with role models to be celebrated, honored, and recognized so that our students know what positive leadership looks like and what social impact means. mp

Distinction Inductees

ABOUT THE INDUCTEES

Dr. Dan Kelly, an infectious disease fellow at the University of California San Francisco, graduated from Malvern Prep in 1999 at the top of his class. He graduated from Princeton University and subsequently attended Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he pursued a Global Health Fellowship. Dan took a full-time leadership role in the Ebola response, establishing a coalition with Partners In Health in Sierra Leone during the Ebola epidemic, and led multiple frontiers of work. Currently, Dan holds the title of Assistant Professor at the University of California, San Francisco at the School of Medicine and has published on Ebola in The New England Journal of Medicine, Nature, and The Lancet

A graduate of Brown University, Barkley Sample currently serves as the Regional Director of Catholic Charities in Raleigh, NC, which does a lot of work in Raleigh by providing help to people in need by alleviating the effects of poverty and creating hope by developing solutions to transform lives. Barkley also dedicates his time to the Sow Good Now non-profit organization as a member of their Board. Barkley has continued to return to Malvern. He has been a class agent for reunions and events and as part of our Alumni Board. He has also assumed the mantle as the Senior Statesman within our Malvern Men of Color organization.

The James

H.

Stewart IV Wall of Distinction

The James H. Stewart IV Wall of Distinction

2000s (continued)

Stephen Soochan ’06, a former Recording Technology student, created a mix for Ozora Festival official’s Radiozora Mix Series. This is one of Europe’s premier music festivals and it’s an honor for Soochan to have been invited to participate.

Justin Farrell ’09 was recently named Athletic Director at Central Bucks South High School in Warrington, PA. With this career move, Justin and his wife Lauren will be moving back to the Philadelphia area. They are excited to be moving back home and starting this new chapter in their lives.

After three years as owner and operator of West Chester Chiropractic Center, Dr. Mike McCorkle ’09, was voted the best chiropractor in Chester County for 2022. Congratulations!

Congratulations to Ryan Polischuk ’11 who received his Doctor of Philosophy with a major in Physics from The University of California, Davis in June 2021.

Congratulations to Joe McLeod ’09 who was named one of Philadelphia’s Real Producers 35 Under 35. Joe will be featured in the December 2022 issue. McLeod co-taught a Real Estate micro-course at Malvern Prep last spring and will be returning this year to offer the course to our students.

2010s

Joe McHugh ’10 and his wife Erin bought a house and moved just outside of Cleveland, OH. They are expecting their first child in April 2023.

Leon Stimpon ’09 just joined the Philadelphia Housing Authority as its Marketing Project Manager.

Thomas Kovell ’11 married his wife, Molly, in June 2022 in Golden, CO. Both are originally from the Philly area.

Patrick Boyle ’12 received his MBA from Villanova University, specializing in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Duda ’88 P’26 Inducted Into Merrimack College Athletic Hall of Fame

Congratulations to Gary Duda ’88 P’26 on being inducted into Merrimack College’s Athletic Hall of Fame! Duda and the other inductees were celebrated at a ceremony during Merrimack’s Homecoming Weekend.

Duda ranks sixth in Merrimack Basketball’s program history in scoring with 2,008 career points and is one of six Warriors ever with 2,000 career points. Duda also holds Merrimack’s single-season and career three-pointers records as a senior, leading Merrimack to its first-ever NE10 Championship in the 1991-92 season and was named NE10 Championship MVP after sixth-seeded Merrimack upset three higher-seeded teams to win the title. Duda was a two-time AllConference selection and is one of the best shooters in program history, boasting a career 86.1 free-throw percentage and never shooting worse than 84% in a single season. He ranks 10th all-time in NCAA Division II History in three-pointers made (389), which is also a Merrimack program record in addition to threepointers made in a season (128 in 1991-92) and three-pointers made in a game (9 - 1992); his career .420 three-point percentage ranks second all-time at Merrimack. Duda is the NE10’s all-time leader in three-pointers, 6th in free-throw percentage (.862), 8th all-time in three-point percentage (.430), and the number 15 all-time leading scorer in NE10 history.

Congratulations, Gary! mp

Pearse Hobson ’14 started a new role with Clark Capital Management Group. Clark Capital is an independent, Philadelphia-based asset manager that works with independent financial advisors.

Brendan Hallinan ’14 and his wife, Mary Katherine, recently celebrated their daughter’s first birthday. Margaret Rose was born on August 27, 2021, in Chicago, IL. The Hallinan’s now live in Shaker Heights, OH.

This past May, Michael McCarthy ’15 married Mary Catherine Metkus (VMA ’15) at St. Patrick’s Church in Philadelphia. Michael and Mary are both in their final year of medical school at Jefferson.

Alumni Gather for 38th Annual Malvern Prep Alumni Golf Outing & Dinner

On Monday, September 26, 2022, we had 113 golfers tee off at 12:30 p.m. on a beautiful day on the links of Waynesborough Country Club for the 38th Annual Malvern Prep Alumni Golf Outing & Dinner. The event included lunch, golf, cocktails, and a delicious dinner. Non-golfing alumni joined us for the post-golf festivities, which was a great way to share

2010s (continued)

Jim Murray P’16 attended Dick Vermeil’s GP’14 induction into the NFL Hall of Fame.

the experience. Fun was had by all, seeing old friends, making new ones, and reminiscing about their time at Malvern Prep.

Thank you to the Alumni Golf Outing committee for your leadership and time to make this such an incredible event! mp

Chris Savino ’16 helped lead Team USA to a thrilling 5-3 double overtime win over Team Liberia in the 6th Annual Philadelphia International Unity Soccer Cup at Lincoln Financial Field. Teams from 48 nations participated in this annual event.

Robert McNeill ’17 earned a Masters in Accounting and Data Analytics from Villanova University and is now working for Ernst Young in NYC.

Nelson Davis ’17 started a new position with NTM Engineering as an Environmental Scientist.

Dan Waterland ’18 recently graduated from Bates College in Lewiston, ME, with a degree in politics.

Congratulations to Peter Borger ’18 on being named A-10 Men’s Cross Country Performer of the Week for September 8, 2022. Borger currently attends the University of Richmond.

2020s

In August, Nick Harris ’22 competed in the USA Diving’s Junior National Championships where he finished third in the 3m Springboard event. He also placed third in the 3m Synchronized Diving event. Based on that performance, Nick qualified to represent Team USA at the FINA Jr. World Diving Championships in Montreal, Canada in November. Nick is currently a freshman at the University of Texas.

Harris was also named the Big 12 Diver of the Week at the end of October for his performances against Indiana and Texas A&M.

Kody Kolar ’22 is living with three former Malvern Friars at Penn State University - Mike Joyce ’22, Sonny Petricca ’22, and Jack Wolfington ’22

Congratulations to Louis Margay ’18 on his graduation from the United States Naval Academy!

Christian DiCiccio ’18 graduated from the University of Miami in May 2022 and is a Commissioned Officer in the United States Air Force.

In The Classroom

On September 8, Mr. Perry’s Environmental Science students enjoyed being outside and conducting experiments on Malvern’s creek, which runs through campus. Students tested water temps and caught a young snapping turtle that will be housed in Malvern’s Connelly Zoo.

On Tuesday, September 13, Mrs. Suzie Sweeney’s junior and senior Writing Seminar (Peer Tutors) class assisted Mrs. Jessica Kenworthey’s sophomore Church History class in preparing for their first round of debates. On Friday, September 9, Mrs. Jessica Kenworthey’s Church History class spent time reviewing information for their first unit test of the year in a very creative way. The students were split into groups and each group was given one biblical event and had to create a pose that illustrated their event. Other students then had to guess the event based on the pose.

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Spanish Club hosted a lunchtime game event, where the community got to play traditional Hispanic games like Sapo (Ring Toss Game), Mexican Train Dominoes, and Loteria (Bingo).

On September 23, Ms. Teresa Lohse led a group of Malvern students, faculty, and staff in the first Experiential Learning class teaching them ASL. The group learned the alphabet and a few introductory phrases.

In September, Fr. Bill’s Issues in Social Justice class learned from and with Fr. Jeremy Hiers, O.S.A., Director of Evangelization and Discipleship at the National Shrine of St. Rita of Cascia in South Philadelphia. Fr. Jeremy brought a human face to the conversation about prison ministry, mass incarceration, and Catholic Social Thought.

Mrs. Heather Canavan’s pre-calculus class held its first book club in September. They kicked off the year reading Mind and Matter, A Life in Math and Football

In September, the 6th Grade Life Skills class played a cooperative game called Newcomb - it’s similar to volleyball, except players catch and toss the ball, instead of hitting it over the net. The object is to toss the ball over the net so the opposite team cannot catch it. Students also worked on their kicking and freestyle techniques and were able to record their personal 50m time in freestyle on their first day in the pool. The goal is to see how their times improve over the term while teaching freestyle skills.

In October, the golf team volunteered at Cradles to Crayons with Mr. Gary Duda and Mr. Myles Huff.

Every Friday, Malvern’s Leadership in Action class is tasked with finding ways to give back to the Malvern community. On Friday, September 16, the class helped Mr. Neale Boyle P’16’18’23 clean out the Press Box, and Mr. Matt Mackrides ’08, Associate Athletic Director and Head Lacrosse Coach organize the equipment room.

Malvern Middle School students assisted Ann’s Heart in Phoenixville with preparing the Code Blue Shelter for winter.

8th Graders attended an offsite retreat at the Shrine of St. Rita of Cascia to contemplate our Augustinian Value, Veritas (Truth). On this retreat, students reflected on the value of Veritas by learning about the life of St. Rita. They experienced the life of St. Rita, and her commitment to Truth that all people, regardless of their circumstance, are worthy of the love of God, by hearing a series of talks, completing a service project, taking a tour of the shrine, and attending Mass with the shrine’s parishioners. It was a great day to be a Friar!

(July 2022-December 2022)

Rose Rado Bald P’67’74, mother of Vincent Rado ’67 and Richard Rado ’74

Robert “Bob” Boyle, father of Neale Boyle, and the grandfather of Brian ’16, Kevin ’18, and Connor ’23

Robert “Bob” Kelly, Jr. ’58

Robert Kinney, father of Jeff Kinney

Frank Kirk P’90, father of Brendan Kirk ’90

Larry Cabrelli, Jr. ’64

Ed Magil ’61 GP’21, grandfather of Ryan Gray ’21

Daniel “Coach Doc” Dougherty, former Malvern Prep faculty member and basketball coach

David Faggioli P’20, father of Kyle Faggioli ’20

Patricia Ann Flynn P’78 GP’08’11’11’23, mother of Board of Trustee member and alumnus, Dan ’78, and grandmother to Kevin ’08, Conor ’11, Ryan ’11, and Tommy ’23

Terrence Magrath ’53

Joseph Nescio ’70

Patricia Ann Paulley P’13, mother of Paul Stockett ’13

Drew Reilly P’20, father of Andrew Reilly ’20 and son of William Reilly ’53

Mary Pat Follman P’84 GP’12, mother of Eric ’84 and grandmother of John ’12

Paul J. Glesinger, Jr. ’70

Mike Hickey ’88

Joseph Santarlasci, Jr. ’63, brother of Stephen Santarlasci ’70

Norma Sayers GP’15’18’20, mother-in-law of Dorothy Sayers and grandmother of Brian ’15, Patrick ’18, and Charlie ’20

Leo B. Shanley, Jr. ’55

SPRING EVENTS CALENDAR

January 3, 2023 - Classes Resume

January 12, 2023 - Fr. Flynn’s Celebration

January 13-16, 2023 - No Classes

January 13-14, 2023 - Aladdin, Jr., Middle School Musical

January 23-24, 2023 - No Classes

February 17-20, 2023 - No Classes

February 25, 2023 - Winterfest

March 3, 4, 10, 11, 2023 - Malvern Theatre Society Spring Musical

March 8, 2023 - Spring NYC Theatre Trip

March 10, 2023 - Middle School Preview Morning

March 24, 2023 - No Classes

March 29, 2023 - Living Stations

April 3-10, 2023 - No Classes

April 22, 2023 - B.A.S.H.

May 6, 2023 - Alumni 5k in Memory of Joy Pancoast P’07’11’14, Prom

June 6, 2023 - Graduation Alumni Day of Giving