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Robotics Team Takes 1st Place – page 5 End of a Very Unique Tradition – page 6 50 Years of Music and Theatre – page 8 Winter Sports Wrap-Up – page 12

A“OurMESSAGE PRESIDENT June 4th Anniversary Celebration will be a night FROM OUR

to celebrate the school’s past, present and future, but more importantly, it will be a celebration of people.”

Dear Alumni and Friends, is has truly been a special year for our school community, especially for our students and faculty. e celebration of our 50th Anniversary of Lasallian Education in the Diocese of Joliet has been a great learning experience for all of us. e many events and reunions have provided us the opportunity to look back and learn about the history of our school.

Our 50th Anniversary has also provided many of our alumni, parents of alumni, and former faculty and staff the opportunity to return and reconnect with fellow classmates and former students.

Our students have also had the opportunity to meet many of these important members of Montini’s history. e interaction between our current students, faculty and staff with alumni and former faculty and staff has been a wonderful thing to witness and experience. is was most evident at our 50th Anniversary of Music on February 18th. Over 100 alumni came back to perform at North Central College’s Wentz Concert Hall.

Our alumni were impressed with the musical performances of our students, and our students were equally impressed with the musical talent of our alumni. Our students saw first-hand the commitment and pride that our returning alumni demonstrated and how alumni can give back to their alma mater without writing a check. Not only was the participation of our alumni impressive, the turnout of alumni parents who came to see their son or daughter perform once again was just as impressive. It was great seeing so many familiar faces. My sincere appreciation goes out to former Music Directors, Mary Utterback Gibson, Joan Kertay and Debora Utley as well as our current Music Directors, Belford Hernandez and Matt Loeb, for all their help and hard work in conducting our alumni and student choirs. It was a wonderful evening - one that we will never forget.

special school community because of the great people who have attended, taught, coached and supported our school - people who believe and live our Lasallian Mission of Education.

Our June 4th Anniversary Celebration will be a night to celebrate the school’s past, present and the future but more importantly it will be a celebration of people – the families, alumni, faculty, students, parents and friends who have made out school one of the best college preparatory schools in the state of Illinois.

I hope to see many of you on June 4th and “May Jesus Live In Your Hearts…Forever.”

Sincerely,

Jim Segredo President

We are now looking forward to our 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Drury Lane, Oak Brook Terrace. On page 11 you will find details of this historical event including the members of our school community who will be honored on this special evening.

Over the last 50 years many things have changed at Montini Catholic, but TWO things have remained the same – aspects of our school that have been hallmarks of our success – our Lasallian Mission of Education and the people of Montini Catholic. We are a 2

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Front Row L to R: Patrick Kowalski, Mr. Michael Blanchette, Mrs. Hilda Castor, Marissa King and Mr. Denis Block Back Row: Jessica Brown, Alex Kirch, Veet Zaveri, Justin Stauder, Allen Wong, Kyrie Lin and Emily Crotty (not pictured: Mark Shin)

A selfless spring break While most were celebrating their Spring Breaks visiting friends, other states, and even other countries, Montini Catholic's Campus Minister, Michael Blanchette, teachers Hilda Castor and Denis Block, parent Bill Crotty ‘83, and ten enthusiastic student volunteers traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana over their break to volunteer at the Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity (GIHFH). e organization, with the help of diligent volunteers, creates an opportunity for families and individuals in need to purchase and own simple, quality, affordable homes.

Montini students have been participating with Habitat for Humanity during Spring Break since 2004. ey have also volunteered for the organization during the summer for week long trips, and have helped out locally at the DuPage Habitat for Humanity. "Montini Catholic is proud to participate with such a wonderful organization that makes a difference in people’s lives," summarized Blanchette. "We are so grateful to our students who give up their own time to help others."

marching for life is year’s March for Life was unlike any other! With super storm “Jonas” threatening up to 3 feet of snow, Montini advisors were forced to contemplate cancelling the much anticipated trip to Washington D.C. After much debate, the group, under the direction of the Diocese of Joliet, decided to go. “We drove through the night, and after many stops and cups of coffee, we made it to the beautiful Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.” said eology teacher, Katie Wall, who accompanied the students along with Mr. Denis Block. “Mass was lovely and packed full of people praying and supporting each other in the same mission: life.” e group attended a Youth Rally and Mass alongside countless other high school and college students to sing, dance, and pray for life. “is event is full of energy and passion. It is truly incredible to see so many young people gathered together to take a stand for what they believe in and to make their faith a priority in their lives,” said Ms. Wall. “e impending storm forced many groups including ours to leave prior to the March. We hope that our small contribution will make a further effort in promoting a culture of life and a stop to abortion,” said Ms. Wall. We are grateful for the opportunity and we look forward to attending next year's March for Life, hopefully with a little less snow!”

Students participating were: nicholas Alandy, Jessica Browne, Patrick Kowalski, Elizabeth Laviste, Evangelica Laviste, Angelica Mendoza, Cecilia Moran, ryan nelson, Elise ratajczyk. Elizabeth reiter, Katherine Vetter, raquel Dorado and nina Ferriola

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Congratulations to our

STATE SCHOLARS

Montini Catholic is pleased to recognize our twenty-three seniors honored in 2015-16 as Illinois State Scholars

Illinois State Scholars represent approximately the top ten percent of high school seniors, hailing from 675 different high schools across the state. Selection is based on SAT, ACT and/or Prairie State Achievement Exam scores, and/or class rank at the end of the junior year. High school guidance counselors work with ISAC to determine the winners.

Back Row L to R: Matthew Kaefer, Lucas trojanowski, Matthew Ernat, robert gannon, Michael Cahill, Kevin Brachmann, Dylan Duncan, Charles Kash, Sofia Yunez, tabias Slater and Faith Donner; Second Row: Amy Bukovsky and Julia Para; Front Row: Kimberly Meifert, Emily Cochrane, Jacqueline Kelly, Lyndsey McDonnell, Jack Westerkamp, gianna Salzbrunn and Lauren Para (not pictured: Matthew ratajczyk, Warren Dawes and Luke Sheppard)

3 SENIORS RECOGNIZED FOR ACTS OF SERVICE ree seniors were recently congratulated for their outstanding volunteer service achievements through the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program. Warren Dawes received the Prudential Spirit of Community Certificate of Achievement . Matthew Ernat and Delaney Miller received the Prudential Spirit of Community Certificate of Merit. e awards are given out annually and help schools recognize outstanding students who exhibit extraordinary efforts in volunteerism and community pride.

Warren Dawes, Delaney Miller, Principal O’Neill and Matthew Ernat

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Congratulations Warren, Delaney and Matt!

23 2015-16 ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS Kevin Brachmann Amy Bukovsky Michael Cahill Emily Cochrane Warren Dawes Faith Donner Dylan Duncan Matthew Ernat Robert Gannon Charles Kash Matthew Kaefer Jacqueline Kelly Lyndsey McDonnell Kimberly Meifert Julia Para Lauren Para Matthew Ratajczyk Gianna Salzbrunn Luke Sheppard Tabias Slater Lucas Trojanowski Jack Westerkamp Sofia Yunez

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SCHOOL NEWS e student-designed robots are constructed from the LEGO ROBOLAB kit provided to each team on the day of the competition.

Ten local high schools sent a total of 27 teams to compete in a grueling set of challenges that spanned five and a half hours. "Each team of four students had to design, build, program, and test a robot for each of the five challenges," explained Mr. Peter Farina, Montini's Technology Director and Robotics instructor. "In the final minutes of competition, one of our teams scored full points on their final challenge attempt to move ahead and take the lead."

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Montini Catholic congratulated members of our Robotics classes last week after one of the three teams competing took 1st Place in the 16th Annual Robotics Engineering Challenge held at Joliet Junior College.

e winning team, known as "e Elite Four," was led by Michael Cahill and included Charles Kash, Alex Kirch, and Katie Vetter. "e students showed true determination and kept working at every single challenge until time was called," said Farina, who was very proud of their achievement. "eir determination and focus helped them score enough points to win the Expert Division and take the overall First Place Trophy!"

Joliet Junior College hosts the Robotic Engineering Challenge for high school students. Student teams are invited to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and creative problem solving techniques through an exciting robotic challenge. e teams are tasked with designing and programming their robot to meet the requirements of each challenge.

Congratulations to e Elite Four and the other Montini Robotics competitors; Nino Carollo, Jack Manzara, Tabias Slater, Matt Kirchoff, Matt McIvor, Brian Matthews, Tyler Jones, and Daniel Lopez.

L to R: Alex Kirch, Charles Kash, Katie Vetter, Michael Cahill and Mr. Peter Farina, Technology Director

BREAKFAST with the BISHOP January 15th, marked a very special morning for freshman Liam Casey. Liam was invited to the University of St. Francis in Joliet to enjoy Breakfast With the Bishop and Prayer Service. Each year, the university hosts this unique event to celebrate the kick off of Catholic Schools Week.

Liam received a unique opportunity to talk with the Bishop while attending presentations made by Bishop R. Daniel Conlon and Rev. John Belmonte, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Joliet.

Liam, son of David ‘79 and Gail Casey, was accompanied by his mother and both were very touched by the inspiring presentations. "Liam realizes what an honor it was to be chosen as a representative of Montini, and I am very proud that we have been able to provide him the faithbased catholic education that has made him the young man he is today," she said. "at is success in my eyes, and there can be no greater reward than that.”

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Thank you to Illinois Representative Peter Breen who recently presented our school with a special Resolution Certificate in recognition of our 50th Anniversary year!

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MONTINI Tradition Comes to an End for One Very Special Couple Michael Bukovsky and daughter, Amy, share their last Father Daughter Dance together.

Montini’s Father Daughter Dance has become a memorable tradition anticipated by many. is year's dance was extra momentous for one special couple who enjoyed their last twirl together on Montini's floor.

Coach Michael Bukovsky’83 and his senior daughter, Amy, have attended a total of 18 Father Daughter dances together. ey lovingly termed this year's celebration as an "18 Peat."

"Our first dance was on Valentine’s Day, 1999 when Amy was about to turn one year old," recalled Bukovsky. "e music was loud in the cafeteria and she actually started crying at first! Soon she got used to it and we had a good time." Amy, of course, does not remember that night, but has her own special memories of her many years at her dad's side. "It is hard to pick just one memory from our dances. Each one was special because my dad and I were able to dress up nice and spend a night dancing together away from any sports."

Bukovsky is enjoying a long history at Montini Catholic. In 2015 he completed his 30th year of coaching, a passion which began in 1985.

For the last 18 years, Amy, who will be attending Lewis University in the fall, has been a fixture at Montini. She could always be found by her father's side, whether at the dance, in the wrestling room or on the 6

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football field. "My favorite memories are all of the times Amy was with me over the summers, and at wrestling and football practices throughout the years," said Bukovsky. "Her mom wasn't too happy, however, when she got ringworm from the wrestling mats when she was about 6 months old during summer wrestling practice!"

"I also remember when she was in 4th grade and she went to summer football camp here at Montini with all the boys. She scored a touchdown in the championship game!" He said. "I always looked forward to having her give me a big hug on the field after all of the home games, a tradition we still carried on through this season when we won the 6A Championship."

Bukovsky also recalls winning the school’s first state football championship in 2000 at Augustana College in Rock Island. Amy was only 2 years old at the time. "I have a picture with her and the Championship trophy, and the trophy is actually bigger than her!"

Amy fondly remembers all of the football games and championships and is very grateful to be going through the softball seasons and successes with her dad by her side.

"Overall, I love attending school where my dad works. In the event that I ever need something from him during the day, I know he is there to talk to whenever I need him,"

she said. "However, in some cases it is more of a curse than a blessing," she added. "He is always around and you never know when he is going to pop up in the hallways, and it is kind of weird that he is friends with all your teachers, and especially in the case of my dad who likes to do crazy things like going on the roof of the school dressed as Ric Flair - it can be embarrassing."

"I can't believe how fast the time has gone," said Bukovsky "I have been fortunate to be able to have shared many great Montini experiences with her. It was very emotional at the last dance. On one hand I was sad to realize her time at Montini was coming to a close, but on the other hand, I was really proud of all she has accomplished at Montini, and the great young lady she has become!"

"It was really sad being at my last dance with my father," said Amy. "We have been going to these dances for my entire life, and it is crazy to know that this one was our last."

"Working with Mike in Admissions, our offices were across the hall from each other," says Admissions Director, Kim Richmond '81. " I have been blessed to watch both Bukovskys grow over the last 18 years Amy into a mature young lady and Mike into an awesome dad who always had his eyes focused on his pride and joy."

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Blackhawks goalie, Corey Crawford with Renegades goalie, Lucas Trojanowski. Lucas received a $30,000 scholarship award.

Congratulations

Montini Catholic Principal Maryann o'neill, VFW Post Members tony Maroney and Dennis Jensen, Joseph Spivak, Lucas Cabon, and VFW Post Members Peter giliea, Mike Mikulecky and tom Zilla.

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2 students among winners of vfw’s of democracy essay contest 2016 Keith magnuson voice Two students were recently recognized for putting pen to paper and their voice

blackhawk alumni scholarship recipient

MATT ernat RECEIVES LEADERS & ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP Montini recently congratulated senior, Matthew Ernat for being the recipient of the 2015-16 Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship. Matt was nominated by Principal O'Neill. "Each year we are asked to nominate one senior student for this esteemed award," she informed. "e criteria for nomination has a strong emphasis on community service. Matt doesn't just contribute his time and talent to Montini, his parish (Sacred Heart, Lombard) and the extended community he takes a leadership role in doing so," said Mrs. O'Neill. "He is both a role model and a true leader when it comes to community service - that is what the Comcast Leaders and Achievers Award is all about!"

Matt will receive a one-time grant of $1,000.

to video and entering the Voice of Democracy Patriotic Essay Competition sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

Junior Lucas Cabon took second place, and junior Joseph Spivak placed third in the contest, each representing Lombard's Lilac Post 5815. e two young men were also presented with monetary awards for their exceptional work at a special dinner held on January 9th.

L to R: Faith Donner, Lucas Trojanowski and Sofia Yunez

NHS STUDENTS HELP MAKE

Prom Dreams Come True

Assistant Principal Kevin Beirne congratulates Matt Ernat.

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Members of Montini’s National Honor Society (NHS) recently sponsored a "dress drive" to help furnish Cinderella's Closet with much needed prom dresses for the fast approaching high school prom season. e charity, located at the Elgin YWCA, provides dresses to young women who may not be able to attend their prom due to the high cost of dressing up for the event.

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ALUMNI RETURN TO CELEBRATE FINE ARTs MILESTONES

Celebra Students, staff, alumni and friends have been very busy this school year celebrating 50 years of Lasallian education.

It was an evening of memories and melodies at Montini Catholic High School's 50 Years of Music celebration on ursday, February 18th. e concert was held at Wentz Concert Hall at North Central College in Naperville. e much anticipated show featured the talents of current music and band students intermingled with those of their predecessors who performed musically onstage throughout our 50 year history.

Over 100 alumni returned to take part in the historic event. ree former musical directors, Mary Utterback, Debora Utley and Joan Kertay also returned to conduct the alumni choir which included the show's awe-inspiring finale, "Like an Eagle." e unforgettable performance featured the alumni singing with current Chamber Choir members and Varsity Singers. "is night was magical. I just can't say how much it meant to be with old friends," said alumnus Julie Gleason '81, who was one of the 100 alumni who returned to perform. "It's such a nice tribute to Montini that we can see friends after many years and it was like just yesterday. is night will stay with me forever."

Alumni were invited back for more on March 3rd to celebrate 50 Years of eatre with Montini’s 3rd production, over our 50 year history, of the always entertaining musical, Bye Bye Birdie. After the last performance, Director, Dr. Diann Matheson was honored for her 30th Montini theatre production.

1. Music Director Belford Hernandez conducts the Alumni Choir, Chamber Choir and Varsity Singers performing “Like an Eagle.” 2. Dr. Diann Matheson receives a special commemoration for her 30th Montini production; 3. L to R: Ramin Medhat’83, Jim Beverley ‘81, Dan Saaverdra ‘82, Anthony Cesaretti '78, Julie Gleason ‘81 and Cathy (Baloun) Beverley ‘82 at 50 Years of Theatre’s post-show reception; 4. Megan Crotty Pauley ’00, and Anthony Pauley ‘03 congratulated niece Emily Crotty ‘17 on her performance in Bye Bye Birdie; 5. Robert Koutek ‘02, Bryan Bylica ‘02, Brian Acks ‘02 and Kurt Laurentis ‘02 perform as the Barbershop Quartet; 6. The alumni choir perform “Love Walked In” under the direction of guest director, Debora Utley; 7. Gabrielle McCain ‘16 enjoys her solo during 50 Years of Music.

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Montini celebrates 50 years of l l a b t e k s a b d n a g in l t s e r w Alumni and friends gathered to celebrate 50 Years of Wrestling on Friday, December 18, 2015. e event, organized by Alumni Director, Mr. Brian Casey, was planned as part of our year long 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Close to 100 Bronco wrestlers from as far back as Montini's first graduating class of 1970, were the guests of honor at the festivities. e former team members were called out onto the floor by decade to be recognized as forever members of Montini's historic wrestling team.

Montini Catholic officially became a varsity wrestling program in the winter of 1968/69. e program has seen 6 head coaches throughout its 50 year history: Coach Jim Kavanaugh (who started the wrestling program in the winter of 1966-67), Jim Mackey (1967/68 to 1977/78), Jim Izzo'71 (1978/79 to 1993/94), Mike

Bukovsky (from 1994/95 to 2009/10) and Israel Martinez (from 2010/11 to present). roughout its entire history, Montini Broncos have enjoyed thirteen (13) IHSA Team State Championships (IHSA Record), 8 of them consecutive; and 52 All Time Individual State Championships. e court had barely had time to cool off when alumni and friends gathered once again to celebrate 50 Years of Basketball on Saturday, January 9, 2016. Bronco basketball stars from as far back as Montini's first graduating class of 1970, were the guests of honor at the game. e former team members were called out onto the floor at halftime to be recognize and honored and were guests of honor at a reception held after the game in the cafeteria.

Montini Catholic officially began their varsity basketball program in the winter of 1968/69.

Top Photo: Wrestlers gathered for a group shot to celebrate 50 Years of Wrestling on December 18th. Below: It was basketball alumni who took to the court for a once-in-a-lifetime photo on January 9th during Montini’s 50 Years of Basketball celebration.

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Cupcakes

for all!

Students celebrated a unique kick-off to Catholic Schools Week this year. ey began their week-long celebration with a Mass focusing on the value of a Catholic education.

After the Mass, students were caught off guard and happily surprised when a huge table of cupcakes adorned with gold decorations and a glittering "50" was brought out onto the floor. e choir then led the students and staff in singing "Happy Birthday" to the school. "We're celebrating 50 years of Lasallian education," said President Jim Segredo.

"We wanted to do something special for our students and show our appreciation to them for being a part of this historic year."

An energetic team of dedicated staff members, led by parent, Karen Crotty, took on the responsibility of baking and decorating over 800 cupcakes for the birthday celebration. e tasty desserts were handed out at lunch to all students, faculty and staff members. "It was really a great day to be a Bronco," said Mr. Segredo.

L to R: Principal Maryann O’Neill and Assistant Principals Kevin Beirne and Michael Kisicki stopped by to enjoy a birthday cupcake during lunch!

Father John Belmonte, Superintendent of Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Joliet, celebrated the Mass with students and joined in the singing and celebrating after the Mass.

Join us as we celebrate 50 Years of Lasallian Education Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, oakbrook terrace

and honor the following: Builders of Excellence

Legacy

Loyalty

Michael and Valerie Bava tony and Chris Costello Chuck and Dagmar Porcelli

Jack † and Joan Mullins and Family PJ and Mary Ann o'Connor and Family thomas and Joyce Westerkamp and Family

Michael Allred Michael gilmartin ‘86 Charles “Chub” thompson

Faculty & StAff Dedication

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leadership

Michael Blanchette Mary Utterback gibson Sr. Helen therese Mayer Donald riley

Bibby Financial Services Jim and Lara Briggs, Briggs Paving Flood Brothers

Chris Andriano Maryann o’neill Walter Weisenburger ‘75

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MONTINI

BRONCOS

WINTER SPORTS WRAP-UP

With new head coach Daryl Thomas on the sidelines this year, our Varsity team remained competitive throughout their season. With a final record of 7-22, our Broncos bowed out in the regionals in a barnburner game against the Marmion Cadets (90-88 overtime).

GIRLS BASKETBALL Sectional Champions 4A

Moving up from Class 3A to 4A this year, and with a season record of 31-3, our Lady Broncos were a force to be reckoned with once again. The Broncos claimed the Schaumburg Sectional Championship after an exciting win against the No. 2 ranked Geneva Vikings, 64-47. It was on to the IHSA 4A Hoffman Estates Super-Sectionals where they lost to the Trinity Blazers on February 29th.

BOYS BASKETBALL A team on the rise!

Earlier in the season the Broncos claimed the championship of the Montini Christmas Tournament, pegged the toughest holiday tourney in the state by The Daily Herald. The team was also GCAC Red Division Champions in their first year in the GCAC.

CHEERLEADING iHSA State Qualifiers

With an active year of supporting all of our Bronco sports teams this year, our cheerleaders, under the direction of Coach Mary Mudd, headed to State once again and finished among the top 20 teams in the IHSA Competitive Cheerleading Championships at U.S. Cellular Coliseum in Bloomington.

WRESTLING

BRONCETTES

1st Place(106)!

Enjoying their first year competing in the IHSA Competitive Dancing competition, our Broncettes finished 5th in State 1A with a final score of 86.84.

After claiming the IHSA Class 2A State Championships 13 out of the last 16 years, our Broncos were moved up to Class 3A competition due to the IHSA “success factor” policy. Once again our boys made it to the State Championship Tournament in 3A, but lost in the quarterfinals in a heartbreaker to Marmion Academy (29-30). Eight wrestlers qualified for the Individual Championships in Class 3A with sophomore Joey Melendez claiming the title in the 106 lb. weight class. Sophomore Real Woods and Dylan Duncan, who will be attending the University of Illinois next year, finished 2nd in the 113 and 132 lb. weight classes. Sophomore Will Lewan finished 3rd in the 138 lb. weight class, and Jimmy Pawelski, who will be attending Brown University next year, finished 4th in the 126 lb. weight class.

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5th in State

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ATHLETIC NEWSS P O R T S

HOCKEY Playoff Champions

Congratulations to the Varsity Renegades Hockey club on their 5-1 Burton Cup Semi-Final Victory on February 28th vs. the Kankakee Irish. The Hayes Suburban Division team went on to become Burton Cup Playoff Champions on March 13th. Lucas Trojanowski and Eamon McDonnell proudly represented the Montini Hockey Team in the All-Star game this year.

Andriano receives milLiKIN university’s

‘Excellence in life’ Award

LEA KERSTEIN

scores1,000 pts.

it was a bittersweet experience for Lea Kerstein during the Lady Bronco's Basketball Senior night on February 10th. not only was the senior guard honored for playing her last home game as a Bronco during the regular season, she also enjoyed her 1,000th point during the game. the Alabama-Birmingham recruit also earned Daily Herald MVP honors for her outstanding basketball season.

Coach Chris Andriano received Millikin University's Excellence in Life Award on november 24th. the award was presented by Montini ('85) and Millikin ('91) alumnus, tom Mahoney, Superintendent of oregon School District.

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ACADEMIC ALL CONFERENCE RECOGNITIONS

Students named Chicago Catholic League (CCL) and Girls Catholic Athletic Conference (GCAC) Academic All Conference for the fall sports season were recently recognized. A total of ninety-six (96) recognitions were given to student-athletes earning a 3.7 GPA for a complete academic quarter during the fall sports season.

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r to L: Justin Blake, Coach Chris Andriano, Prince Walker and John Embrey

FOOTBALL TEAM DOMINATES AT THE 2015 CCL AWARDS Montini Catholic was very proud to take home the Chicago Catholic League Tony Lawless Award (Green Division) in the following categories: Coach of the Year - Chris Andriano; Player of the Year - Justin Blake; Most Outstanding Player - Defense - John Embrey; Most Outstanding Player - Offense - Prince Walker Freshman, Sophomore and Varsity teams also earned the 2015 Football Division Champion Award in the Green Division.

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ALUMNI NEWS Will Babel ’00 and his wife, Bridget, welcomed twin girls on November 13, 2015. Margaret Jean weighed 6 lbs. and 6 oz., Catherine Irene weighed 5 lbs. and 10 oz.

Maureen Callahan ’93 and husband, Glenn, were thrilled to welcome Maeve Margaret to the world on September 22, 2015, weighing 8 lbs. and 12 oz. and was 20 inches long. Big brother Rory is overjoyed with the arrival of his baby sister.

Josh Lovelady ’99 and his wife, Cherie, are happy to announce the birth of their second daughter, Olivia Grace. Olivia was born in February of 2015, weighing 9 lbs. 2 oz.

KEEPING UP MARRIAGES, BRONCOS, WITH THE FUTURE UPDATES

BRONCOS & SYMPATHIES

Christine (Hein) McNally ’96 and her husband, Brian, are proud to announce the birth of Patrick Joseph born on December 29, 2015. Big sisters Kendall and Teagan are in love with their baby brother.

Colleen (Tomich) Pariso ’03 and her husband, Michael, lovingly welcomed Abigail Elizabeth, on November 29, 2015.

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Tucker Mucha ‘13 was named to the NAIA Scholar-Athlete team for the fall football season of 2015. Mucha is currently a junior defensive back at Robert Morris University.

James Rondinelli ’02 was honored by President Barack Obama for earning the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists & Engineers (PECASE). Rondinelli was recognized for his seminal research contributions in computational condensed matter physics and novel materials design approaches. He is currently a professor at Northwestern University.

Ryan ’01 and wife, Dena (Morano) McGady ’01, are excited to announce the birth of their first child, Alena Ray, born on December 23, 2015, weighing 7 lbs. and 14 oz. and 21 inches long.

First Lt. Corbin Dantes-Perry ’07 was recently promoted to the rank of Captain in the United States Army. In December of 2015, Dantes-Perry returned from an 8month tour in Iraq and is currently stationed at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.

Matt McGivern ‘93 and his wife, Aline, welcomed their little girl Emilia Mary on October 23, 2015.

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George Sheffer ’70, owner of Murdale True Value Hardware in Carbondale, was recently honored as one of the thirteen recipients of the 9th annual ‘Best Hardware Store in Town’ award. Sheffer was presented with the award in February at the company’s meetings in Houston, Texas.

Jeff Vlk ’99 was named the Head Football Coach at Buffalo Grove High School. Vlk has worked at Buffalo Grove since 2005, he also serves as the Innovative Technology Facilitator and Head Wrestling Coach.

Over 20 Montini Catholic alumni Hockey players took part in the alumni hockey game at Center Ice of DuPage in Glen Ellyn on January 2nd. In a game that featured alums from as far back as the late 90s, the Maroon team defeated the Gold 15-10.

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OUR SYMPATHIES To the Conlin Family, on the death of Mr. William Conlin. Mr. Conlin is the father of Emily Conlin ’08.

To the Kruse Family, on the death of Rebecca Moore-Kruse in February of 2016. Rebecca is the daughter of JoAnn (Viliunas) Kruse ’89.

To the Ogan Family, on the death of Mr. Mark Ogan. Mr. Ogan is the father Mike Ogan ’88, Tim Ogan ’90, Ellen (Ogan) Martel ’91, Peter Ogan ’94, Andy Ogan ’96 and Tom Ogan ’98, and father-in-law of Jennifer (Carroll) Ogan ’96 and Sarah (Morrow) Ogan ’98.

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To the O’Toole Family, on the death of Mrs. Rita O’Toole. Mrs. O’Toole is the mother of Jim O’Toole ’76, Tom O’Toole ’77, Maureen (O’Toole) Hull ’79, Larry O’Toole ’80, Kathleen (O’Toole) Keifer ’82, Michael O’Toole ’83, Fr. Bill O’Toole ’88 and Dan O’Toole ’92.

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To the Tabora Family, on the death of Mrs. Maltide Tabora. Mrs. Tabora is the mother of Carlos Tabora ’89 and Christine Tabora ‘92.

To the Vokaty Family, on the death of Jonathan Vokaty. Jonathan is the brother of Matt Vokaty ’05.

To the Wilson Family, on the death of Mr. John Wilson & Mrs. Corrine Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson are the parents of John Wilson ’78, Terry Wilson ’81 and Kelly (Wilson) Melarkey ’86. John and Corrine are also grandparents of A.J. Melarkey ’14 and Michael Melarkey ’16.

Thank you to all who helped us

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celebrate another successful gala.

OVER $220,000 RAISED!

IN MEMORIAM Our sympathies go out to all of the families, friends and classmates of:

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Merrill Anderson ’98, who passed away in March of 2016. Merrill is the brother of Alfred Anderson ’06.

Herb Biegel ’80, who passed away in February of 2016.

Linda (McSweeney) Darnley ’71, who passed away earlier this year.

Laurie Harzich ’88 who passed away in November of 2015. Laurie is the sister of Lisa (Harzich) Scudder and Lana Harzich ’87.

Ron Kurzak ‘06, who passed away in December of 2015.

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1. Development Director, Dave Walsh, conducts the live auction.

2. Brian and Annie Gaughan. 3.

Allison Dennis is thrilled to win Adelle concert tickets. 4. Sheryl DeSanto 5. Fred Kaefer, Chris Parrilli, Jeanne Kaefer and Laura Scott. 6. Mike ‘70 and Lynn Manna.

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BRONCO EXPRESS Montini Catholic High School 19W070 16th Street Lombard, IL 60148

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