Catholic. Marianist. Forming our Students into Remarkable Men.
Moeller Family,
What a great beginning of this year it has been. Moeller Theatre is thriving in its new home–the Paul E. Flaig Performing Arts Center –and there has been a seamless and exciting transition into the Burns Innovation Hub, which is a physical manifestation of Moeller’s educational philosophy of REALearning: Relational, Experiential, and Authentic.
The culmination of these projects, in addition to an outstanding and talented faculty and staff, have truly launched Moeller into a very vibrant and successful future. And we are not done yet…
We look forward to our continued pursuit of excellence and guiding our students into the best versions they can be, the best Men of Moeller they can be. We must always create a learning environment that sets our students apart and gives them every opportunity they deserve.
I want to personally thank each and every one of you for your commitment to our Mission and generous support as we build and soar to even greater heights.
Carl N. Kremer Interim President
YEAR IN REVIEW ACADEMIC
Moeller has been named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll with a platinum award, which is the highest distinction bestowed by the College Board. We are proud to announce that 80% of our graduating seniors take at least one of our 24 AP courses, and 122 students were honored as AP scholars – students who have scored 3 or higher on at least three or more AP exams. In their sophomore, junior, and/or senior years, students may participate in college-level courses (Advanced Placement – AP). Students are required to take a standardized exam at the end of each course for college
credit. Last year, 408 sophomores, juniors, and seniors (62% of the student body) sat for a total of 766 AP exams. Students who score a three or higher on at least three AP exams earn the distinction of AP scholar. We are proud to announce that 122 students received the honor of AP scholar based on their performance. AP Chemistry, AP English Language and Composition, AP Statistics, and AP Studio Art III are four of our 24 AP classes offered to students. Students enrolled in Kevin Conlon’s AP Chemistry course, Jim Prugh’s AP Statistics course, and Bobby Whitacre’s ’11 AP Studio Art III (Drawing) course achieved a 100% pass rate, meaning that they are eligible for college credit. Eric Eble’s AP English Language and Composition course achieved a 93% pass rate. These results are remarkable when compared to the global passing averages (Chemistry – 75%, Drawing – 84%, English Language and Composition – 54%, Statistics – 62%).
Thank you to all of our talented teachers and diligent students for being part of this success!
The Theatre Program Thriving in the Paul E. Flaig Performing Arts Center
From classic plays and contemporary musicals to Moeller’s celebrated Improv troupe and studentwritten plays and films, our theatre program offers a varied and energizing range of performance opportunities for all experience levels. Students have the opportunity to participate in all aspects of production – from auditions and rehearsals to set design, stagecraft, and technical crew.
The Paul E. Flaig Performing Arts Center with state-of-the art lighting, sound systems, and acoustics truly amplifies the talent of our young men. We hope you join us for an upcoming production this school year!
Caring for God’s Creation: Integral Ecology
In Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’, he provides Catholics with a call to action to care for our common home. Integral ecology can be best understood as a deeper way of thinking about the human response to the climate situation we find ourselves in. It is an idea that challenges us to look at the issue holistically, keeping in mind that we are called to care for all who are affected, especially the most vulnerable.
The Moeller community explored Caring for God’s Creation: Integral Ecology as the interdisciplinary theme for the 2023-2024 school year.
The entire school community read Dry over the summer and students discussed this text, as well as others related to this theme, in their classes. At our annual symposium, 73 students presented their own learning to peers. Presentation topics included debates on eco-terrorism and alternative energy options, as well as discussions on food waste and biodiversity loss. Students also attended presentations from local businesses and non-profits committed to curbing food waste (La Soupe) and urban farming and sustainability (80 Acres Farms). Through our partnership with SAGE Dining Services, we are proud that our cafeteria is a zero-waste composting site.
We also welcomed back Brent Suter ’08 as our keynote speaker. Brent studied environmental science at Harvard University before becoming a pitcher in the MLB. He has also written a children’s book that raises awareness of environmental issues.
Multivariable Calculus and Ordinary Differential Equations Add Up to Exceed Academic Goals
A hallmark of a Moeller education is our commitment to meeting students where they are on their academic journey. Three years ago, two students approached Dr. Christine Brookbank, our provost, and Bruce Nelson, the math department chair, about offering college courses in mathematics beyond AP Calculus BC. What could have been an easy decision to direct those students to CCP offerings online or on a college campus turned into a commitment to offering an on-campus option to support our students’ mathematic skills and goals. Dr. Denise Krueger, former department chair of mathematics at Mount St. Joseph University, was hired last year to teach Multivariable Calculus CCP and Ordinary Differential Equations CCP in partnership with the University of Cincinnati.
Our mathematically gifted students have a clear curriculum pathway to support and challenge them, and we are excited about the continued growth in enrollment. Last year, nine students completed this pathway.
Cast and Crew of Godspell
C LASS 2024 OF
$21,894,993
Total Amount in Scholarships Awarded
486
Total Number of Scholarship Awards
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University of South Carolina
University of Utah
University of Virginia
West Virginia University
Xavier University
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Class of 2024
Graduation
May 23, 2024
Cintas Center
Baseball
The baseball team had another incredible season. After winning its final 17 games in 2023, including the school’s ninth state championship, the team started off 2024 winning its first 24 games. The streak included come-from-behind wins in extra innings. The varsity team finished first in the GCL with a 9-0 record. Moeller Baseball was also city champions, state poll champions, sectional champions, district champions, and the regional runner-up. The team was recognized as a National All-Academic Team with a 3.6 GPA. The freshman and junior varsity teams also captured GCL championships.
Basketball
The basketball team finished first in the Jam Holiday Classic in Sarasota, Florida, and was named the GCL champions (6-0), sectional champions, district champions, regional runner-up, and AP Poll state champions. It was a near-perfect regular season for the team, which opened with nine consecutive victories, its only setback against Centerville. The team closed the season with 12 straight victories to finish with a 21-1 overall record and an unbeaten 6-0 mark in the difficult GCL South. As a result, Moeller earned its first GCL South title since 2020-2021. The perfect record against league competition marked the fifth time in the last decade that the Crusaders have gone 6-0 in the GCL South, after earning four straight titles without losing a game from 2016-2017 season through 2019-2020. The 2023-24 basketball season came to an end with a tough loss to Centerville in the regional finals. As a result, the Crusaders had five players earn either league, city, district, or state recognitions and honors for their outstanding play with three players earning basketball scholarships to play at the next level.
Bowling
The bowling team established Moeller’s top two, all-time school records, breaking team high scores with 2822 against La Salle and 2808 against St. Xavier. This was the second season earning two wins against St. Xavier. The team recorded a 5-2 non-conference record and had a team GPA of 4.35.
ATHLETIC
Cross Country
Cross country finished the 2023 season with a 158-71 record that included first-place finishes at the Midwest Catholic Championship and Ross Invitational, as well as runner-up finishes at the Lebanon Invitational and the GCL South league championship. A third-place finish in the district championship qualified the team to the OHSAA regional championship where the team finished 12th in Region 4. These athletes also volunteered with Stepping Stones.
Football
The football team had a successful season reaching Division I state semi-finals for a third consecutive year. The team was able to turn the season from a 1-3 record to winning 9 of the next 11 games, including a sweep in the GCL and a regional championship for the third year in a row. Success in the GCL was seen across all three levels of the program as the junior varsity and freshman teams swept the league as well. Moeller Football also hosted Victory Day, where children with special needs were Crusaders for the day and had their moment to shine on the field. It was a day of joy and laughter as participants had the time of their lives – scoring touchdowns and running drills with the Moeller football team.
Hockey
The hockey team posted a winning record for the first time in three years, with a 16-12-3 overall regular season record. The team posted four shutouts and outscored opponents 90-76 during the regular season. The team was 8-7-1 in the Capital Hockey Conference regular season, which was the best record in conference play since Moeller started competing in the top division three years ago. Eight players scored double digit points for the year and four players scored double digit goals for the season. The goalie save percentage was .918%. The team posted two wins versus teams who were ranked in the final top 10 in the state. One highlight was a huge comeback win versus St. Xavier. Moeller was trailing 2-0 going into the third period, then scored four goals in the third period to win 4-2. The team GPA was 3.64 with fifteen players making the Capital Conference All-Academic Team.
YEAR IN REVIEW
Indoor Track & Field
The varsity program continues to grow as the roster rose to 41 athletes this season. The team competed in meets throughout the state which included The Ohio State University High School Qualifier, Wittenberg High School Open, Cedarville University Richey Tune-up, and the Mount St. Joseph Indoor Invitationals, where the Crusaders captured the team title in the 18-team field. The Crusaders qualified six athletes in three events to the OATCCC State Indoor Championships. Five athletes received all-state honors.
Lacrosse
The varsity lacrosse team was 11-9 and wrapped up the 2024 season ranked #10 in Ohio. The team played the seventh most difficult strength of schedule in Ohio, playing the top teams in the state, Midwest, and country. Victories over Missouri state champs M.I.C.D.S., Louisville St. Xavier, and Shady Side Academy (PA) highlighted the season. The team competed in the prestigious Midwest Scholastic Lacrosse Association (MSLA) Conference, which is comprised of some of the top teams in the country including Culver Military Academy, Western Reserve Academy, and Kiski Prep. Off the field, the team completed a faith formation program led by Mr. Mike Mason (religion department). The team met with Mr. Mason each week in the chapel to pray and learn about what it means to be a follower of Christ as a member of the lacrosse program. This year’s theme was the “Armor of God.”
Outdoor Track & Field
The track & field team had an impressive spring season. They placed first at the LaSalle Legends Classic, Elder Skyline Open, Milford Invitational, Monroe Invitational, and Mason Invitational. The team was back-to-back GCL champions and runner-up district champions. The team placed fourth at regionals with twelve athletes. Six athletes were state qualifiers – two relays, two field events, and two open races. The team placed 13th in the state, with the 4x400M relay team finishing as state runner-up. School records were broken in the 4x400 meter relay with a time of 3:15.79, discus with a distance of 180’, and 400 meter dash at 48.30.
Soccer
The soccer team had an historic season, breaking several national and OHSAA records, and finishing with a 24-1-1 record. The team was never behind in a game but lost the state championship in a penalty kick shootout. The team finished first in both the city and state final polls and was ranked first in the country prior to the final game. The team finished with 93 goals scored, and only two allowed. Moeller varsity soccer shattered every defensive OHSAA record: most shutouts in a season; most consecutive shutouts; least number of goals allowed in a regular season; and least number of goals allowed in an entire season.
Swimming and Diving
Swimming and diving had a remarkable season. The team placed third at the Upper Arlington Showcase Meet, sixth at the Southwest Coaches Classic Meet, second at the OHSAA sectional meet, fourth at the OHSAA Southwest Division 1 district meet, and ninth at the OHSAA state championship. The team also contributed to the Little Buddies program.
Tennis
Moeller Tennis finished 6th in Division 1 Cincinnati, second in the GCL, second in a tough Coaches Classic Tournament, and had their first district qualifier in over 20 years.
Volleyball
The volleyball team finished the season as regional runner-up.
Welcome to the Moeller Family
Mrs. Kelly Grote joins the math department as an Algebra I CP Level 1 and Algebra II and Trigonometry CP1 teacher. Kelly holds a B.S. in mathematics education from the University of Dayton and master’s degree in school leadership from Christian Brothers University. Kelly has extensive experience in mathematics teaching and school leadership at McAuley High School – most recently serving as the mathematics specialist at Mount Notre Dame High School. Outside of school, Kelly enjoys watching her children (including her son Jake, Moeller Class of 2026) play sports, cheering on the Bengals, snow skiing, hiking, and golfing.
Mr. Jack Hodges joins the English department as an English I CP1 and Oral Communications teacher. Jack holds a Bachelor of Arts in English literature and secondary education from the University of Cincinnati. He has served as an instructor in St. Xavier’s Companion Scholars Program and assistant theatre director at St. Ursula Academy, as well as a bookseller at Joseph Beth. Jack loves to read, listen to Jimmy Buffet, wrestle and coach, fly fish, and loves walking his dog, Bear. Jack says of his first few weeks at Moeller, “Knowing you are a part of a lineage of excellence, and receiving the chance to inspire its continuation has been the biggest enjoyment for me.”
Mr. Preston Knibbe joins the Burns Innovation Hub faculty as the Product Development/Industrial Design teacher. He will teach courses in Design Thinking and Design + Build Lab. Preston holds a B.A. in economics from the University of Cincinnati. Preston worked as an innovation design technologist for Fifth Third Band and is the founder of Outmore Gear. Preston brings a wealth of experience in 3D printing, CAD, design thinking, graphic design, prototyping, small scale manufacturing, and software development. These experiences extend to his interests out of Moeller, as Preston loves to make and tinker, rock climb, and golf.
Mr. Scott Paeplow joins the arts department as the vocal music teacher. Scott holds a B.M. in music education from Nazareth University of Rochester, Ed.M. in education from University of Buffalo, and M.A. in pastoral ministry from University of Dayton. Scott joins the Moeller family from University of Dayton where he served as the associate director of campus ministry. He also served as the choral director at Cardinal O’Hara High School in Tonawanda, NY. His musical tastes outside of church music include Leonard Bernstein, Mozart, and the Rat Pack. Besides living his affinity for music, Scott enjoys hiking, spending time with his wife and son, and watching Buffalo sports teams.
Mr. Jefferson Reid joins the English department as an English I CP1, English II CP1, and English II CP2 teacher. He is a writer of poetry and stories, as well as a reader, hiker, traveler, potter, and camper. Jefferson holds a Bachelor of Science in secondary education – English – from the University of Cincinnati. He has over 10 years of experience as an English teacher at Colerain High School. He co-piloted the AP Seminar program and advised the yearbook and creative writing clubs. Outside of Moeller, Jefferson enjoys music, especially going to concerts with his wife.
Mr. Eli Tivin joins the social studies department as an AP Modern World History teacher. Eli holds a Bachelor of Arts in social studies education and master’s degree in transformative education from Miami University. During his graduate studies at Miami University, he served as a graduate assistant. He is now happy to be at Moeller, where he enjoys “autonomy of instruction.” Outside of teaching AP History at Moeller, Eli works out, plays frisbee golf, hikes, listens to Queen, and enjoys Skyline cheese coneys (without onion).
Ms. Mary Weinandy joins the science department – and her brother, Mr. John Weinandy – as a Biology CP1 teacher and AP Biology teacher. Mary holds a B.S. in biology from John Carroll University and M.S. in curriculum and instruction. She recently taught biology and engineering at Badin High School. Ms. Weinandy loves Pinochle, the world of coffee (“I greatly enjoy developing my skills making espresso and creating latte art” she says), and Mexican street tacos. “What I have enjoyed most at Moeller is getting to know the phenomenal young men in my classes. I have been continually impressed as I have gotten to know them better.”
Welcome to the Moeller Family
Mrs. Angela Davies joins the counseling staff as our college counseling program director – a new role for Moeller and continued investment in our college counseling programming. Angela recently served as the assistant director of college counseling at Gonzaga College High School, an all-boys Catholic high school in Washington D.C. In this role, Angela will lead communication and programming efforts for students and parents and serve as an additional advisor/counselor for students in the Chaminade Global Scholars program. Outside of Moeller, Angela loves to read, watch Ohio State football, and spend time with family.
Mrs. Jessica Fager returns to Moeller as the Eveslage house counselor. She holds a M.S. in school counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and B.S. from The Ohio State University. Jessica previously served as the Pillar house counselor at Moeller. Jessica is incredibly talented, and we are delighted to have her rejoin the counseling team. Outside of her career as a counselor, Jessica enjoys spending time with her kids, husband, and dog Bugsy; taking a Peloton class; reading; going to outdoor concerts; and traveling when she can.
Mrs. Colleen Murray joins the counseling department as the Zaragoza house counselor. She also holds a M.S. in school counseling from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For the past three years, Colleen has served as a school counselor in North Carolina. Her family relocated to Cincinnati, and we are excited for her to join the counseling team. She says of her first few weeks of Moeller “The amount of help and support that’s available as a new person starting out is unparalleled to anywhere else I’ve been.”
Show your Tax Dollars Who is Boss
Moeller Can Receive Up to $1,500 per Household with No Extra Money Out of Your Pocket
We have exciting news to share with our Moeller Family and supporters. If you pay Ohio income tax, you have the opportunity to redirect those tax dollars and support Moeller at the same time.
The state of Ohio has a tax program called Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGO), which provides a tax credit to Ohio taxpayers (individual donors and passthrough organization) who donate to an SGO. If taxpayers donate to an approved SGO, they can receive a credit on their state income tax return for up to $750 per donor, or up to $1,500 if married and filing jointly.
Single filers can donate up to $750, and married couples filing jointly can donate up to $1,500, to receive the dollar-for-dollar tax credit. Giving is easy and takes less than 10 minutes.
Visit https://catholicbestchoice.org/sgo/ or scan the code below where you’ll make your donation.
Select your donation amount. You may also give an amount of your choice by clicking “Other.”
Select Moeller High School from the drop-down menu to designate your donation.
Fill in your information and payment details.
(If you are a married couple filing jointly, select the “Add Second Donor” box and complete the required fields.)
Click “Donate” and save your receipt to include with your state tax return and watch your generosity add up and impact students for years to come!
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati has created an approved SGO through the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF) for all schools in the archdiocese. The archdiocese has also created a website for the SGO that allows donors to select Moeller to receive the tax credit while receiving a dollar-for-dollar tax credit toward their state tax liability, essentially making SGO a cost-free way to give. All monies go toward tuition assistance to eligible Moeller students.
When can I give?
You may give at any time of the year, but those who contribute to SGO by April 15, 2025, can receive credit toward their 2024 state tax liability. You can even give on the day you file and still receive credit!
How do I claim my tax credit?
Once you donate through CEF-SGO, you will receive a receipt to include with your state tax return. (Line 15 of the 2023 Ohio Schedule of Credits)
What is the difference between giving and SGO?
A general financial gift to Moeller is considered a taxdeductible charitable contribution, while gifts made through SGO earn a dollar-for-dollar tax credit and are not tax deductible.
What is my donation used for?
All donations received through the SGO program fund academic tuition assistance for students with financial needs. 66% of Moeller’s students received tuition assistance for the 2024-25 school year.
Please share the CEF-SGO opportunity with friends and family.
Questions regarding the CEF-SGO may be directed to Mary Fischer, vice president of advancement, at mfischer@Moeller.org or at (513) 618-9685.
NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS
Antenucci Family Scholarship
Anonymous
Blessed Mary – Hornback Family Scholarship
Thomas & Shirley Bohmer Scholarship
Boyd Family Scholarship
Bob Bresnen Scholarship
Clint Brooks #52 Scholarship
Brueggeman Family Scholarship
Bucher Family Scholarship
Daniel J. Buckley ’91 Scholarship
Budde Family Scholarship
Whitey Campbell Memorial Scholarship
Catino Family Scholarships
Christopher Michael ’08 and Blake Peter ’13 Chambliss Scholarship
Jim Champlin ’72 Trinity House Scholarship
Class of 1964 Scholarship
Class of 1968 Scholarship
Class of 1974 Scholarship
Class of 1975 Scholarship
Class of 1976 Scholarship
Class of 1977 Scholarship
Class of 1979 Scholarship
Class of 1981 Scholarship
Class of 1983 Scholarship
Class of 1984 Scholarship
Class of 1985 Scholarship
Class of 1988 Scholarship
Class of 2010 Bubba Hoctor Scholarship
Class of 2011 Josh Pflum Scholarship
Class of 2013 Scholarship
Class of 2016 Rob Graham Memorial Scholarship
A.J. Cohen Memorial Scholarship
Blane Collison Scholarship
Mr. & Mrs. John V. Crable Scholarship
Curran Family Scholarship
Bob and Ciel Curran Memorial Scholarship
Currin Family Scholarship
Jeff & Jennifer Davis Family Scholarship
Denoyer Family Scholarship
John B. Eddingfield Scholarship
Brother Lawrence Eveslage, S.M. Scholarship
Patrick & JoAnn Fehring Scholarship
Fiessinger Family Scholarship
Ed & Nancy Finke Family Scholarship
Fitz Family Scholarship
Gallenstein Scholarships
Gameplan Foundation Scholarship
Bill & Debbie Geiger Family Scholarship
Julia R. Gilles Memorial Scholarship
William L. “Billy” Gorczynski ’16 Scholarship
Grau Family Scholarship
Michael F. Habegger ’89 Scholarship
Fred & Patricia Hartman Family Scholarship
Mike and Molly Hartmann Scholarship
Hatton Foundation Scholarship
Michelle Hodge Memorial Scholarship
Hoelker Family Scholarship
Holtmeier Family Entrepreneurial Scholarship
Hopkins Courage Scholarship
Horter Family Scholarship
Anthony Houston Family Scholarship
Hubbard Family Scholarship
Hyzdu Family Scholarship
Iacovone Family 99-11-7 Scholarship
Jensen-Dellaripa Family Scholarship
Tom & Charlotte Kilcoyne Scholarships
Thomas A. & Carole Klimesch Scholarship
Klonne Scholarship
Kopcha Family Scholarship
Richard ’75 & Kathy Koulouris Scholarship
1SG Kenneth E. Kowalski
Memorial Scholarship
Fr. Thomas Kreidler Scholarship
Kreiner Family Scholarship
Dr. Edward Kremchek Scholarship
Father Lawrence R. Krusling Scholarship
Brother Elmer Lange, S.M. Scholarship
Langenkamp Family Scholarship
Bradley E. Lehmann Jr. ’13 Scholarship
Loewenstine Family Scholarships
Brother Ron Luksic, S.M. Scholarship
Steve & Jeri Lynch Family Scholarship
Marianist Community Scholarship
Marianist Way Scholarship
Father Robert Marine Scholarship
Tim Marklay Family Scholarship
Mater Dei Scholarship
Charlotte McCullough Memorial Scholarship
Rosemary & Jack McCullough Scholarship
Jim Metz Carpe Diem Scholarship
Moeller Faculty & Staff Scholarship
Molina Family Scholarship
SSG Pat Monahan Military Scholarship
Dan ’77 and Kris Neyer Scholarship
Bob & Arlene Niehaus Family Scholarship
Rick Oliva Memorial Scholarship
Principal’s Scholarship
Rains Family Scholarship
Renneker Fuller Family Scholarship
Jerry Robinson Scholarship
Rossman Family Scholarship
Tyler Rotte ’92 Memorial Scholarship
Todd Rumpke Memorial Scholarship
Todd Schaffner Scholarship
John Shaffer Family Scholarship
Jai Schiavone Scholarship
Eric J. Schlueter ’68 Scholarship
Schmitt/Judd Family Scholarship
Schneider Family Scholarship
Ted & Alice Schneider Scholarship
Archbishop Shnurr Scholarship
Schum Family Scholarship
Schutte Family Scholarship
Scott Family Scholarships
Mark Shipp ’08 Scholarship
Michael A. Stofko ’93 Memorial Scholarship
Suter Family Scholarship
Jake & Jeanne Sweeney Family Scholarship
Walter J. Sweeney Family Scholarship
Michael Cleveland Sylvester Memorial Scholarship
Thibodeaux Family Scholarship
Michael J. Thorne ’99 Scholarship
Tino/Wilp Family Scholarship
Toft Family Scholarship
Jack Toomb ’15 Memorial Scholarship
Daniel L. & Shari H. Torbeck Scholarship
Louis J. and Ruth E. Uecker Family Scholarship
Father Vincent Vasey, S.M. Scholarship
Harry Waechter, TSGT, US Army, WWII Veteran Military Scholarship
Walsh Family Scholarship
Brother Charles Wanda, S.M. Memorial Scholarship
Peter G. Waning ’23 Service Scholarship
Aaron Weitzel ’91 Memorial Scholarship
Jeremy Weitzel ’95 Memorial Scholarship
Brother Raymond D. Wuco, S.M. Scholarship
All scholarship awards are based on verified financial need, scholarship criteria, and committee recommendations.
In and Out Scholarships: Gifts can be made for a scholarship, which will be awarded the following school year. The minimum donor commitment is $2,500 per year for four years.
Quasi-Endowed Scholarships: A quasi-endowed scholarship is an annual giving plan designed to award a renewable scholarship to a student from the annual gift. Additional funds donated each year are given with the goal to eventually endow the scholarship with a donor contribution total of $50,000.
Endowed Scholarships: Endowed scholarships are named scholarships that are funded with either a one-time gift ($50,000 or more) or a series of gifts over time with the purpose of increasing the principal to the threshold level. The original investment does not have to come from a single donor but must meet the requirements for awarding a minimum of $2,500 to a deserving student. The interest generated from these endowments makes significant financial assistance possible and helps secure the long-term financial viability of a Catholic education and Moeller High School for generations to come.
1960 s oc i e t y 1960
The 1960 Society is an invitation to all members of the Moeller Family to secure Moeller’s future through planned giving commitments and ensure that the school’s sacred Mission lives on forever. Leaving a legacy to those who follow begins with a conversation about how your passions and interests align with Moeller, our Mission and the Men of Moeller. Let’s explore together opportunities to leverage the power of the Moeller Endowment to advance Moeller’s important Mission into the future.
Charitable Gift Annuities
A Charitable Gift Annuity (CGA) at Moeller affords benefactors the opportunity to make an impactful gift while also benefiting from a partial income tax deduction and the financial security of fixed annual payments for the duration of their lives, backed by the full assets of the high school.
As with estate gifts and Charitable Remainder Trusts, benefactors can dedicate the purpose and use of their gift at Moeller after they pass away.
Charitable Remainder Trusts
A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) presents members of the Moeller Family a “win-win” giving option, allowing alumni, parents and friends of the high school to benefit personally from the performance of Moeller’s endowment and make an extraordinary gift.
Gifts to a Moeller CRT are investing in the Endowment. Members of the Moeller Family receive a variable, annual income stream that reflects the endowment’s year-over-year performance for the duration of their lives or a term of years, all without the assessment of any in-house management or administrative fees.
When the term of a CRT ends, the balance of the CRT may be dedicated by the benefactors, either for Moeller’s greatest need or for a particular purpose indicated by the family.
Those who establish a CRT at Moeller may also benefit from an immediate income tax deduction, avoid immediate recognition of capital gains taxes for gifts of appreciated stock and reduce estate taxes.
Estate Gifts
An estate gift is quite often the simplest and most recognizable way for a member of the Moeller Family to realize their charitable goals and typically provides an avenue for alumni, parents and friends to have an impact at Moeller beyond what would be possible during their lifetime.
An estate gift can be made by including Moeller High School in the terms of a will or revocable trust, or by naming Moeller as the beneficiary of a retirement plan, like an IRA, while allowing benefactors to maintain complete use and control of their assets for the duration of their lives.
While these gifts can be modified at any time, sharing one’s estate gift intentions allows Moeller to plan for the future and paves the way for benefactors to dedicate the use of their estate gifts either for areas of Moeller’s greatest need or for a particular purpose indicated by the family.
Real Estate Gifts
Gifts of long-term appreciated assets to Moeller (including real estate and privately held business interests), via outright gift or to fund a Charitable Remainder Trust, allow benefactors to minimize or completely eliminate the capital gains that would have been recognized had the benefactors sold these assets.
Mr. Gerald Barnes†
Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Bohmer ’91
Mr. William J. Bonn Jr.†
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Buckley ’67
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald B. Budde ’79
Mr. and Mrs. Greg D. Carmichael
Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Coletti
Mr. John J. Cox III ’88
Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Curran
Mr. Douglas J. Drennan ’69
Mr. Dennis W. Eling ’72
Mr. Roy Dan Fales
Mr. Bill† and Mrs. Janet† Fette
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Fitz Sr.
Mr. Thomas Gannon ’95
Mr. Frank A. Garry†
Mr. and Mrs. K. Kyle Gearhart
Mr. and Mrs. William T. Geiger
Mr. Timothy Gilday ’68†
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Mr. James Grau ’69
Mr. Douglas A. Groh ’84
Mr. Douglas W. Guller III ’91
Mr. Michael W. Hanley Sr. ’67†
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Heglin ’64
Dr. Tracy and Mr. Nicholas Hodge ’94
Mr. Gregory L. Hoernschemeyer ’83
Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Hornback ’88
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hunt
Mr.† and Mrs. F. Michael Hyzdu
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Jones
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Kilgore
Mr. and Mrs. Pete Kimener
Reverend Thomas W. Kreidler
Dr. and Mrs. Timothy E. Kremchek
Mr. and Mrs. Donald S. Kruse ’68
Mr. and Mrs. Rex E. Lee
Mr. and Mrs. Russ Logue
Mr. Anthony Luck ’96
Mr. Joe Lukens Jr. ’79
Ms. Colleen Lynch†
Dr. Thomas M. Morand ’71
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel B. Moroski
Mr. Donald L. Neyer†
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Oltorik
Mr. Harold J. Pisciotta Sr.†
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Renneker
Mrs. Mary E. Repasy†
Mr. Mark A. Rippe ’72
Mr. Gregory J. Rossmann ’79
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony M. Sansalone ’78
Mr. and Mrs. William Schaffner
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Strottman ’67
Mr. Kenneth H. Toft ’85
Mr. Steven T. Walsh ’82
Deceased
You can give any amount (up to a maximum of $105,000) this year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as Moeller High School without having to pay income taxes on the money. Gifts of any value, $105,000 or less are eligible for this benefit while supporting Moeller’s Mission. This popular gift option is commonly called the IRA charitable rollover, but you may also see it referred to as a qualified charitable distribution (QCD).
Why you should consider this gift:
If you are required to take minimum distributions, you can use your gift to satisfy all or part of your obligation.
You pay no income taxes on the gift. The transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your deductions.
Since the gift does not count as income, it can reduce your annual income level. This may help lower your Medicare premiums and decrease the amount of Social Security that is subject to tax.
ALUMNI UPDATES
Get Involved with Your Fellow Alumni
We have over 12,000 living Moeller alumni and class captains are vital to helping communicate and coordinate alumni events throughout the year. Each class can to have up to five class captains. The more involved alumni we have, the better all of our alumni experiences are. If you’re looking for a great way to get involved, become a class captain today. Reach out to Director of Alumni Andy Nagel ’88 for more information about ways to get involved with Moeller Alumni.
CLASS CAPTAINS
1964 Len Stallo
Rich Brenner
Ed Finke
1965 Lou Hornberger
Dick Wagner
Robert Niehaus
1966 Steve Wenstrup
1967 Nick Haverkos
1968 Tim Albers
John Widmeyer
1969 Bill Huber
1970 Mike Hacker
Steve Mueller
1971 Email Andy to get your name HERE
1972 Mark Rippe
1973 Dan Wagner
1974 David Ashbrock
Bob Schnedl
John George
1975 Mike Sussli
1976 Mark Kuhlman
John Fead
Bill Oeters
Phil Kreiner
1977 Gerald Shannon
Dan Leugers
1978 Scott MacEachen
1979 Lee Czerwonka
Pat Morgan
John Costello
1980 Mike Suter
Rob Winterman
John Meyer
Kevin Boothe
1981 Tim Dirr
Larry Kuhlman
1982 The Class of 1982 needs YOU!
1983 Larry Misleh
1984 Jeff Schnedl
Steve Medl
Steve Voellmecke
1985 Phil Vogel
Mike Hyzdu
1986 Kent McKenzie
Alan Shaw
Tim Marklay
1987 Chris Lohr
1988 Rob Hornback
Tony Butz
Sean Garry
Chris Shimala
1989 Greg Stofko
1990 Craig Meyer
1991 John Burke
1992 John Gatto
1993 JD Heilmann
Joe Schimpf
1994 Brian Fitzpatrick
Andy Simon
Ryan Nagel
Troy Tuck
1995 Randy Adkins
Andy Kwiatkowski
1996 Joe Buckley
Drew Forte
1997 Nick Evers
Chris Balsly
Ryan Yanca
1998 John Buckley
Rob Mahoney
1999 Brian Antenucci
Tennel Bryant
2000 Mike Munafo
Tom Hertlein
2001 Adam Asbrock
2002 Call Andy Nagel
2003 to become a captain
2004 Greg Goddard
Brent Godde
Dave Starvaggi
Dannel Shepard
2005 Chris Carey
Eric Surkamp
2006 Phil Schneider
2007 Eric Schmitt
2008 Brian Korn
Mike Hartman
2009 Zach Freeman
Sam Ross
Mike Federle
Billy Wersel
2010 Nick Tenhundfeld
David Schneider
Ethan McAlpine
2011 Mike Devita
Sam Speyer
Marc Gallenstein
Tyler Monger
2012 Austin MacEachen
Mike Riney
2013 Dominic Starvaggi
Bradley Lehmann
2014 Alex Kuhn
Connor Iuni
2015 Shaylor Newman
2016 Ben Sence
2017 Nick Wiehe
2018 Chase Coyle
2019 Jon Buck
Jack Shimrock
2020
2021
2022 Support Moeller 2023 and your class
2024
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Andy Nagel ’88 Director of Alumni
Calling all Men of Moeller from the classes of 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2015 and 2020. Reunion Weekend will kick off on Friday, June 6 with our annual Bourbon & Cigars event at school. Saturday, June 7 we will celebrate those 5s and 0s with your class reunion! Please contact Andy Nagel, director of alumni, at anagel@Moeller.org if you want to help plan and coordinate your reunion. The more people that help in contacting classmates, the more successful and fun your reunion will be!
