Bronco Express Summer 2016 by MontiniCatholic

Blessed Mother Garden - Page 3 • Commencement ‘16 - Page 4 • Founder’s Day Awards - Page 5 Spring Sports Wrap-Up - Page 10 50th Year Celebration - Page 12 • Keeping Up With the Broncos - Page 15

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT “As we move into our 51st year of Catholic, Lasallian education, Montini Catholic is strong and in a very good position to continue for another 50 years. ” Dear Friends, “Service and Success” was the theme for our 2015-16 school year. During this 50th Anniversary year we celebrated many of the great stories that laid the foundation of success for Montini Catholic. We also recognized the many achievements of our students, clubs and teams. As we researched our history, the Lasallian mission of service to the poor was a constant theme. I am proud to say that our students and staﬀ continue to see that this tradition thrives. In this issue, you will read about several service projects that our students have been involved in as well as stories of student, club and team success during the spring of this past school year.

upcoming events Homecoming 2016 - September 23, 2016 Harvest Moon Howl - October 1, 2016 Maroon & gold open - October 3, 2016

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We are especially proud of the academic success of our graduating seniors, the Class of 2016, who garnered over $15 million in academic scholarships and grants. e amount is close to $23 million dollars when athletic scholarships are added into the equation. Over the last three years, over $40 million dollars have been earned in academic scholarships and grants ($65 million with athletic scholarships). Under the direction of our Campus Minister, Mr. Michael Blanchette, we are also very proud to have once again sponsored an international community service trip to Nicaragua, building homes for single parents living in the Garbage Dump area of the country (pages 8-9). I am also very happy to report great news on the academic and enrollment front. We enter this 2016-17 school year with a very healthy enrollment of over 660 students which includes an incoming freshmen class (Class of 2020) of 171 young men and women. Once again Montini Catholic ranked as one of the top schools in Illinois in Advanced Placement Testing. is year 161 Advanced Placement Tests were taken by 104 students. Forty perfect scores of 5 were recorded which exceeds the outstanding number of thirty-five perfect 5’s in 2015 and in 2014. Twentysix of the 104 test takers were named Advanced Placement Scholars, 73% of the 104 test takers earned college credit by scoring a 3 or better. Overall, MCHS student scores, on average, were a half a point higher than the national and state averages for Advanced Placement Testing in 2016. Congratulations to our Advanced Placement teachers and students. It was with great pride and much appreciation that we honored families and individuals for their outstanding service and support to Montini Catholic at our 50th Anniversary Celebration on June 4th (pages 12-13). It was a wonderful evening. My sincere appreciation goes to Marcella Raymond ‘83 for serving as our Mistress of Ceremonies. She also created an outstanding video recapping our 50 year history which was one of many highlights of the evening. As we move into our 51st year of Catholic, Lasallian education, Montini Catholic is strong and in a very good position to continue for another 50 years. My sincere appreciation to all of you for your support and generosity and, as always, “May Jesus Live In Our Hearts…Forever.”

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SCHOOL NEWS high moral character, a deep commitment to faith and who has achieved academic excellence), Ian was inspired to do something to honor the Montini student who passed away during his sophomore year after a long battle with leukemia. “I wanted to honor Johnny, his family and his loved ones,” said Ian. “As I researched the project, I also learned about other students who passed away and I wanted to pay respect to them too.” It was just last fall (2015) when Montini unexpectantly lost another beloved student, Taylor Williams ‘16. “I thought this project would be a great way to honor Taylor as well.” e garden is being created in conjunction with an earlier plan at Montini, through their Capital Campaign, to create a prayer garden and reflection area honoring the Blessed Mother. “e area was planned to give our students and families a reverent area for prayer and reflection,” said President Jim Segredo. “It will crown our eﬀorts of the past fifty years and provide a beautiful expression of our Catholic heritage and Lasallian mission.” President Segredo was approached by Ian with his idea of enhancing the area and was very impressed by the idea of the memorial garden.

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“Jake’18 and Justin Mondschean ’20, who are scouts in my Troop, are assisting me, as well as Liam Casey ‘18, a good friend of mine,” he said. Ian said that Boy Scouts do their best to help one another complete projects throughout their time as scouts. “I have helped put together bird houses, and a beehive box for the Elmhurst Park District, and worked on a disk restoration program at the Villa Park Library. ere are often times when I gather some fellow scouts from my troop, and we head to downtown Chicago where we hand out lunches to the homeless, or bake cookies for the residents of the Ronald McDonald house.”

e lazy days of summer haven’t been too lazy for sophomore Ian Kwit who has been hard at work planning and managing a special garden project honoring our Blessed Mother. e area, located in the school’s courtyard area, will also serve as a memorial garden for students who have passed away during their time at Montini. is charitable project is part of Ian’s Eagle Scout service project which provides an opportunity for a scout to demonstrate leadership skills while performing a project for the benefit of his community. “e purpose of enhancing this garden is for current students to reflect on others who came before them and left their mark on Montini,” explained Ian, who has ambitiously planned a garden of flowers, a retaining wall, and a paved walkway complete with solar lighting, engraved bricks and a stone cross. As a recipient of the Johnny Weiger Scholarship (presented to a freshman displaying MOntInI.Org

Ian Kwit (center) with volunteers (l to r): Jake Mondschean, Charlie May (Ian’s cousin), Justin Mondschean and Liam Casey

“Montini is honored that Ian has chosen this endeavor for his Eagle Scout project,” said President Segredo. “He is an inspiration to us all and we expect great things from him, not only here at Montini, but well into his future.” Bronco Express Summer 2016 3

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COMMENCEMENT ‘16

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Katie Lumsden, Tabias Slater, Lauren Para

164 Graduates; 23 Illinois State Scholars; in Scholarship 2 Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars; 3 AP Scholars with offers earned Honors; 2 National Merit Commended Scholars; 64 Recipients of the President’s Award for Academic Excellence

The Class of 2016 earned over $15,000,000 in college scholarship oﬀers:

$200,000 Warren Dawes robert gannon Emma Makowski Lyndsey McDonnell Kimberly Meifert Jill Wagner Fiona Winfrey Kristen McLaurin

$300,000 Megan Clausing Christina Conforti Sam Detmers Matthew Ernat Matthew Kirchoff Amanda Larrieux Jack Manzara Luke Sheppard Alex Sokalski gabi Stinsa Sofia Yunez L to R: Lucas Trojanowski, Co-Salutatorian, Kimberly Meifert, Valedictorian, Principal Maryann O’Neill and Co-Salutatorian, Sofia Yunez

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$500,000 Kaitlin Coulter Julia Para

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F ounder’s Day ‘16 Congratulations to all of our 2016 award recipients.

BRONCO PRIDE SPIRIT AWARD Senior Matthew Ernat was caught oﬀ guard when he was called to the stage to accept the Bronco Pride Spirit Award. e award was presented to Matt for his 4 years of service as Montini's Bronco. "Since his freshman year, Matthew has displayed school spirit at our school sporting events, pep rallies and IHSA championship games," said Principal Maryann O'Neill. Matt humbly walked to the stage to the sound of cheers from his classmates, some of whom did not know he was the mascot until it was revealed. We truly thank Matt for his loyalty and dedication throughout these past 4 exciting years. He will be greatly missed. MOntInI.Org

Valedictorian: Kimberly A. Meifert salutatorians: Lucas Edward Trojanowski & Sofia M. yunez Pope Paul VI Award: Matthew John Ernat & Sofia M. yunez st. John Baptist de La salle Award: Amy K. Bukovsky, Akayna Marie Calkins, John Christian Embrey, Colin D. Frank, Robert M. Garcia, Melissa R. Hull, Matthew F. Kaefer, Rylee Patricia Kibbey, Dylan M. Maher, Emma K. Makowski, Lyndsey Marie McDonnell, Kristen A. McLaurin, Emma Rose Ryan, Gina E. Salzbrunn, Francesca J. Sikora, Alexander D. Sokalski, Nicholas R. Steiner & Jack G. Westerkamp Mother eresa Award for Campus Ministry: Matthew John Ernat & Patrick James Kowalski Kathleen Filipiak Female scholar/Athlete Award: Amy K. Bukovsky James Kavanaugh Male scholar/Athlete Award: James John Pawelski Pax Christi Instrument of Peace Award: Alexander D. Sokalski Top Photo: Senior Chamber Choir members gathered to sing for one of their last times with their classmates during the 2016 Founder’s Day Ceremony. Bottom photos - Left: Alex Sokalski, Pax Christi award recipient (with Principal O’Neill); Middle: James Pawelski, James Kavanaugh Award recipient (with Tom Lentine, Athletic Director) Right: Amy Bukovsky, Kathleen Filipiak Award recipient (with Ms. Filipiak)

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SCHOOL NEWS

CONGRATULATIONS

Nancy!

Nancy Mack received a much deserved standing ovation on Founder’s Day when she received the Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award for her service to the school.

L to R: Dejah Amos, Alex Luka, Chris Parrilli and Tia Sondej

For 45 years Nancy Mack has been the "welcoming face and voice" of Montini. She began her legacy in 1971 and has since served as the school's bookkeeper, business manager, main oﬃce manager and receptionist.

MEET MONTINI’S 16-17 STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICERS Four newly elected Student Government oﬃcers are looking forward to their new roles as representatives of Montini Catholic's student body. Elections were held early this spring and after two very busy campaign weeks, the votes were counted and four new leaders emerged. Seniors Chris Parrilli (President), Alex Luka (Vice President), Dejah Amos (Treasurer) and Tia sondej (Secretary) will round out next year's leadership team. Under the guidance of moderator, Mrs. Jill Smith, they hope to make a lasting mark on Montini.

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Mrs. Mack announced her retirement earlier in the school year and since then has received well wishes from students, faculty, alumni and friends. "Montini has been a very important part of mine, and my husbands, lives for these past 45 years," commented Nancy. "Our children graduated from Montini, and we are community neighbors" "We wish Nancy great luck as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life," said President Jim Segredo. "She will be greatly missed, but we are very happy for her and grateful for her years of service to Montini." MOntInI.Org

SCHOOL NEWS

mission to haiti inspires senior Colin Frank spent his summer as a volunteer with the Side by Side for Christ Foundation serving at the Village of Hope in Haiti. Colin was tasked with helping to raise thousands of dollars so that he and other volunteers could purchase airfare and supplies to bring to the poorest people in Haiti. Among the most needed supplies for Haitians, many still homeless without basic needs such as electricity and clean water, were basic school supplies, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, diapers, even aspirin and Advil.

Senior Jack Westerkamp participated in a Procession of Flags from 34 countries during Cultural Awareness Week.

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diversity Students proudly embraced their diversity during Cultural Awareness Week in April. the annual celebration, sponsored by the school's Foreign Language Department, began with a special allschool liturgy and welcomed Father Alex Ajacor, Associate Pastor of St. Leonard Catholic Church in Berwyn. "Love god and love your neighbor. that is the simplest message we an take away from our celebration of Cultural Awareness Week," said Father Ajacor during his homily. "the only thing you take with you to your death is the love you gave away during your life."

“e Village of Hope is a Christian organization dedicated to bringing education, spiritual growth, and primary health care to the people of Haiti who are so much in need of this all. I helped at an orphanage one day; for these poor children there, the conditions they experienced each day were just terrible,” Colin said. His team of volunteers was tasked with remodeling three storage and utility rooms within the compound. ey built three new rooms to be used by the Haitians who are serviced there, including building new walls and ceilings for each. “ere was no air conditioning,” explained Colin. “e rooms were all over 100 degrees. To get the work done, we stared at 6:00 a.m. and often worked until well after midnight.” e team also visited two local Haitian schools and handed out school supplies. ey also made sandwiches for the Haitian students and played games. “is trip opened my eyes to the poverty and suﬀering all throughout Haiti and has made a lifelong impact on me,” said Colin. “We’ve all watched this young man give his heart and soul to helping others all throughout his time here at Montini,” said Assistant Principal Dr. Michael Kisicki. “What he did for others under the sweltering sun of Haiti is just so typically ‘Colin’ we are all very proud of him.”

MATH TEAM finishes 8th in state Bronco Mathletes are one of only three teams and the only Catholic school in the State of Illinois Division 2A to qualify for the ICTM State Mathematics competition consecutively since 2001! MOntInI.Org

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COVER STORY

nicaragua part 2 Montini Catholic teamed up with International Samaritan for their second mission trip to the Garbage Dump in Granada, Nicaragua.

ontini Catholic held a very special commissioning Mass on June 8th, themed “e Work Is Yours,” for the students and chaperones preparing for Montini’s second mission trip to Granada, Nicaragua. Under the leadership of Campus Minister Michael Blanchette, Montini students once again teamed up with International Samaritan for this life-changing endeavor. “is evening we gather to remember the passion and devotion of our founder, St. John Baptiste De La Salle,” said Father Jeﬀ Stoneberg of Christ the King Parish. “For him, service was not just a word, it was the ultimate expression of love. May it be so as we go forth to serve in Nicaragua.” 8

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L to R: Enrique Sandoval, Emeka Nkuku, Ashley Dunning, Gustavo Sanchez, Daniela Torres, Veet Zaveri, Ava Gianatasio, Lainey Nielsen and Paulina Torres. Chaperones not pictured - parent, Mrs. Maureen Nielsen, teacher, Mrs. Hilda Castor and Campus Minister, Mr. Michael Blanchette.

Nine brave students along with three chaperones began their week long mission on Sunday, June 27th (returning on July 3). e team visited the LaJoya Garbage Dump on their first day. e dump is an area where the poor are able to earn about $2.00 per day by collecting and selling recyclables. Workers gather the items in large bags, then carry to a recycling center which is nearly 2 kilometers away. “More than 30 vultures circled above the dump,” observed chaperone Maureen O’Neill. “Cows and wild dogs scavenge the heap alongside the people as the garbage was thrown out to the waiting pickers.” e group’s mission this year, like last, was to help build homes for the workers and their families who currently live in shanties.

“e cinder block and concrete homes are constructed in five weeks,” said Blanchette, whose team helped during the 2nd week of construction. “Our main tasks were assembling rebar supports for the foundation and walls, leveling trenches for the foundations and mixing concrete.” It was not all manual labor for the entire week, however. e students were greeted with smiles and hugs when they had the honor of visiting the family whose home they helped build last year. ey also found it very rewarding to help tutor 20 boys who are living in a group home due to abuse or behavioral problems. ey spent alot of time playing with the boys who loved soccer and “being silly.” MOntInI.Org

Blanchette and the team stayed at the Tepeyac Retreat House which was also a home for retired nuns. Each morning began with a prayer and each evening ended with prayer and a reflection of the day’s events. “Upon their return from Nicaragua, the students agreed that they were very changed from their unique experience," said Blanchette. “ey have become more aware of how others live in the world and it challenges us to be more conscious of living simply so that those who are in need can have more. It reminds us all of what is important in life." is year the team attempted to blog daily about their experiences to update their family and friends of their ventures. "We were happy that our friends and supporters back home were able to keep up with us on a daily basis this year," said Blanchette. "e students were very excited to be able to share their thoughts on their experience." Montini Catholic is very proud to be globally expanding its service learning program. According to International Samaritan, volunteers such as the students at Montini Catholic not only lend physical and educational support to their missions, but more importantly, they bring hope to the people they serve.

“I hope to learn to be more grateful and appreciative of all the blessings I have in my life, even for basic needs such as food, water and shelter.” – Veet Zaveri

“The living conditions in Nicaragua make me realize that I take a lot of things for granted, for example fresh water, a home with air conditioning, having a mattress to sleep on. I feel bad about never taking the time to appreciate these things.” – Lainey Nielson ‘17

“I wanted to be a part of this mission trip because I feel like it will be a life changing experience, and in this world that we live in right now, we should start to take notice that not everyone has what we have in the United States.” – Daniela Torres ‘17

“I hope to learn about the true meaning of teamwork. We all use teamwork at certain times in our lives. Building a house can seem like a daunting task, and we are going to need to communicate better than we ever have.” – Gustavo Sanchez ‘18

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BRONCOS SPRING 2016 SPORTS WRAP-UP

BOYS TRACK

3rd at Sectionals (highest ﬁnish since '05) Conference Champions, County Champions, Sectional Champions & All State in 4x200 (Will smith, Nick Foster, Prince Walker, Mitch West & Matt Quaglia)

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State Finalists in 4x100 (Will smith, Nick Foster, Prince Walker, Mitch West & Matt Quaglia) All State in 100 & 200 - Mitch West

e Lady Bronco softball team ended their historic season on a high note by capturing the IHSA Class 3A State Championship in Peoria on June 11th, in the program's first ever trip to the IHSA State Tournament. e Broncos set numerous records over the course of the season including the best season record in school history at 37-3. Before their journey through the state playoffs, the girls also captured the GCAC Championship in only their first year of participating in the prestigious league. Coach Bukovsky credited the great leadership and focus of senior captains Bell Alexander, Amy Bukovsky, Courtney Kline, Emily Lezcano, Alyssa sclafani and Frankie sikora for the team’s outstanding season, but was quick to note that their success was truly a total team effort! In addition to the seniors’ leadership, Brianna Clifton and Naomi Alonzo provided outstanding pitching, and Nikki Cuchran led the potent Bronco's offense. Lauren Latoria, Emily Alexander, Alyssa Filkowski, and serena Almodovar contributed with great speed for defense, and Tia sondej, Jena Almodovar, and sam Ferruzza rounded out the Bronco's all important depth. e team smashed virtually every Montini hitting and pitching school record along the way and dented the IHSA record book as well. e 37 win season was one of the top win totals in the State of all time. e team marks of 444 hits and 332 Runs Batted In were also among the best showings in IHSA history. e Lady Broncos slugged 58 homeruns this season, giving them the 5th highest total ever recorded by an IHSA Team! Needless to say, the 2016 softball season was an electrifying, record breaking campaign, from start to finish! e "W" Flag will be flying high all winter long, until the Lady Broncos begin their quest for a repeat State Championship next Spring!

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INDUCTED INTO THE WRESTLING COACHES' HALL OF FAME 2016

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GIRLS TRACK 2nd Place 800M, IHSA State 2A Finals - Emma Makowski 4th Place 300 Hurdles, IHSA State 2A Finals - Gianna salzbrunn

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S C HATO OHLL ENTEIWC S ATHLETIC NEWS

RUGBY 2nd Place State (U19) Div. 2

Ted Georgitsis

e Rugby team achieved undefeated status during the regular season this spring finishing second in state at the Division 2 level. e team was inspired by strong senior leadership both on and oﬀ the field (Dylan Maher, ryan Williams, Caleb stevenson, and Marcos Kapsalis). We are looking forward to another great season and are excited to see how the incoming seniors (Brendan rauen, Connor Williams, Tommy Morrisey and Ted Georgitsis) demonstrate their abilities and lead the team to another state championship game.

Front Row L to R: Alex Luka, Ian Kwit, Rian O’Connor, Mike Vosicky, Matt Weber, Joseph Spivak; Second Row: Mr. David Walsh, Christian Pirog, Justin Stauder, Matt Pestel, Max Gramann, Michael Orr; Back Row: Ellie Krick, Megan Huﬀ, Mia Gramann, Brennan Springmire, Michael Ross and Pat Ladd; Members not pictured: Jack Walsh, Will Smith, Mary Larson, Maddie Merker, Will Lewan and David Harte

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fellowship of christian athletes is spring Montini Catholic began its chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Development Director and school parent, Dave Walsh will act as the club's moderator. "I really feel that there is a need for this type of club," he said. "Montini is so strong in all athletics, we should have a forum to talk about all the elements that go into being a Christian student athlete in this day and age. Our goal is to inspire our student athletes to become better Christians, better teammates, and better competitors." Walsh strongly believes that bringing students closer to their faith will make them stronger on the field of play, as well as, within their own private lives."

7 ATHLETES COMMIT TO colleges ON NATIONAL SPORTS SIGNING DAY Montini congratulated seven young athletes on their commitments to continue their academic and athletic pursuits at the collegiate level on National Sports Signing Day. Signing Letters of Intent in April were: Football: Luke sheppard, Washington University; robert Gannon, North Central: Track: Gianna salzbrunn, Eastern Michigan University; Emma Makowski, Bradley University; Akayna Calkins, Academy of Arts; Jake Komel, St. Ambrose;

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Front Row L to R: Gianna Salzbrunn, Emma Makowski and Akayna Calkins; Back Row: Robert Gannon, Luke Sheppard, Caleb Fortuna and Jake Komel

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ALUMNI NEWS

Celebrating

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Special Awards Builders of Excellence Michael and Valerie Bava Anthony and Christine Costello Chuck and Dagmar Porcelli

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

Loyalty Michael Allred Michael gilmartin ‘86 Charles “Chub” thompson

Faculty & StAff Dedication Michael Blanchette Mary Utterback gibson Sr. Helen therese Mayer Donald riley

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

leadership Chris Andriano Maryann O’neill Walter Weisenburger ‘75

5 6 1. L to R: Judy Mullins Lucas ‘79, Bridget Mullins ‘08, Patty Mullins and Betsy Dignan 2. Builders of Excellence Award Winners, Chuck and Dagmar Porcelli 3. Mistress of Ceremonies, Marcella Raymond ‘83 4. Maryann and PJ O’Connor 5. Sister Helen Therese Mayer with President Jim Segredo 6. The Thompson Family 7. Vincent Comella ‘02 and Melanie Bava ‘10 8. Linda Schneider and Mike Gilmartin ‘86 (photos on page 14): 9. Brother Thomas Harding, FSC and Maryann O’Neill 10. Brother Joseph Saurbier FSC and Mary Utterback Gibson 10. Jan McGivern

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ALUMNI NEWS

Montini Catholic concluded our 50th Anniversary school year with a special celebratory event held at Drury Lane on June 4, 2016. e aﬀair honored members from our faculty, alumni and alumni families for their contributions to the success of the school throughout its five decades of existence.

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"is is truly a joyous and significant event. Not only do I thank you for your support this evening, but I also thank the thousands of members of our school community, alumni, faculty, staﬀ, parents, friends and benefactors who have supported our school through their generosity and sacrifice of time and treasures over the last fifty years," said Jim Segredo as he welcomed over 500 guests to the school's historic event. "Over the last 50 years, the campus, technology, academic programs, social events and styles have changed, but two things have remained consistent - our mission of education and the good fortune to have dedicated and talented individuals teach, lead and coach our students." Segredo also credited the De La Salle Christian Brothers and the Diocese of Joliet for their role in the success of the high school. "Together they brought Montini Catholic to the Lombard area in 1966 and their support has never wavered over the last 50 years," he said. Principal Maryann O'Neill, who celebrated her 30th year of service at Montini, and was one of three recipients of Montini Catholic's Leadership Award during the evening, also addressed the guests and talked with pride about Montini's mission of 'touching hearts.' "It is that sense of caring that has kept me here these last three decades. It is a feeling that permeates the halls. As you walk the building, you meet the faces of our students captured in the photographs that adorn the walls and see the numerous trophies, both athletic and academic that fill our trophy cases. Just like your home, we display our family pictures and proudly exhibit the awards our students have earned."

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e evening's festivities wrapped up a year-long celebration. Here’s to 50 more years!

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Celebrating 50 years Continued from page 12 . . .

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ank you Mark Varnes ‘79 - Montini’s first IHSA State Individual Champion (330 low hurdle). Mark attended our 50th Anniversary celebration event and donated his history-making championship medal to the school. “It’s bigger than I am,” said Mark (with Coach Andriano above).

50 years of baseball

Baseball alumni and fans braved the frigid spring weather and, with undampered spirits, enjoyed Montini’s much anticipated 50 Years of Baseball event held on May 14, 2016. Over 70 Broncos returned to Montini’s newly renovated baseball field for the big game. Prior to the first swing, the field was blessed by Rev. Jeffery Stoneberg of Christ the King Parish and baseball field donors were honored.

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KEEPING UP MARRIAGES, BRONCOS, WITH THE FUTURE UPDATES ALUMNI NEWS

OUR SYMPATHIES To the Boeh Family, on the death of Mrs. Deborah Lynn Grahek-Boeh. Deborah is the wife of omas Boeh ’76 and sister-inlaw to Jean (Boeh) Flemming ’70, Catherine (Boeh) McKinley ’71, Mary Beth Boeh ’72, Diane (Boeh) Davies ’74, JoAnne (Boeh) Castillo ’82 and brother-in-law to Joseph Boeh ‘83. To the Kossak Family, on the death of Paul Kossak. Paul is the brother of Rich Kossak ’77, Michael Kossak ’75† and Michelle Kossak ’96 and the uncle of Jeremy Kossak ’98 and Matt Kossak ‘01. To the Mullins Family, on the death of Mrs. Joan Mullins. Mrs. Mullins is the mother of Judy (Mullins) Lucas ’79, Tom Mullins ’82, Jackie (Mullins) Stent ’83, Katie (Mullins) Burke ’85 and Shannon (Mullins) Smith ’89. Mrs. Mullins is also the grandmother of Erin (Mullins) Kampfhammer ’02, Morgan (Mullins) Fernandez ’04, Peter Mullins ’05, Kelly (Lucas) Glennon ’06, Kerry Mullins ’07, Kevin Lucas ’07, Kyle Mullins ’08, Bridget Mullins ’08, Timothy Vivirito ’08, Jacquelyn Vivirito ’09, Shannon Lucas ’09, Derek Mullins ’11, Vincent Vivirito ’11, Molly Lucas ’12, Colleen Burke ’12, Ryan Mullins ’14, omas Vivirito ’14, Bridget Lucas ’14, Maggie Burke ’14, Elizabeth Mullins ’15, Daniel Burke ’17, Jack Mullins ’18, Samuel Smith ’18, Samantha Mullins ’19 and Shea Smith ’20. To the Novy Family, on the death of Mrs. Elaine Novy. Mrs. Novy is the mother of Bob Novy ’72, Susan Novy ’73, Tom Novy ’75 and Jim Novy ’78.

BRONCOS & SyMPATHIES Email your Bronco updates to Brian Casey, Alumni Director: bcasey@montini.org.

Updates

Coleen sterritt ’71 was recently granted a John Simon Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship in the field of Fine Arts. Guggenheim Fellows are appointed on the basis of impressive achievement in the past and exceptional promise for future accomplishment. For close to 40 years, Sterritt has fabricated hybrid sculpture evoking the interplay between nature, culture, and lived experience. Her sculptures and drawings have been shown in numerous exhibitions throughout the United States and Europe, and have appeared in a number of both public and private collections.

Tyler Quick ’14 was selected to the NJCAA Division 1 All-Region IV Team. Quick, a right-handed pitcher for Triton College, finished the season with a 7-3 record and a 3.03 ERA, striking out 39 batters in 68.1 innings, helping the Trojans to a 38-20 record. Quick has received a full-scholarship to attend school and play baseball at Pittsburg State University(KS) next year. Briana (Casey) Kaczmarek ’06 and husband Kevin welcomed their second child, Kevin Robert on June 22, 2016. Kevin weighed 9 lbs. and 22 oz. and was 22 inches long. Big sister Faye (2) is in love with her new baby brother.

To the Ferri Family, on the death of Jordan Ploense. Jordan is the son of Margie (Ferri) Ploense ’79 and the nephew of Karen (Ferri) LaBarbera ’76, Diane (Ferri) Bucheit ’77 and Jean (Ferri) O’Connell ’81.

in memoriam

To the savage Family, on the death of Mr. James Savage. Mr. Savage is the father of Jim Savage ’89, Brian Savage ’91 and Kristen Savage ’94. To the starvel Family, on the death of Dr. Robert Starvel in July of 2016. Dr. Starvel is the father of Patti Ann (Starvel) Abear ’84, Kathleen (Starvel) Lins ’85, Maureen (Starvel) Boyer ’87, Bob Starvel ’89 and Jenni (Starvel) young ’92. MOntInI.Org

Jennifer (Durr) Bridges ’03 and husband Matt were thrilled to welcome their third child, Eli Louis on May 17, 2016. Eli weighed 7 lbs. and 12 oz. and was 21 inches long. Big sister Nevaeh and big brother Brayden are loving their little brother.

Our sympathies go out to all of the families, friends and classmates of: Tim sidlow ‘84 who passed away in May of 2016.

Congratulations to Jack Miller ‘07 and Kathryne Zunich. ey were married August 22, 2015 in Champaign, Illinois.

Paul Termunde ’74 who passed away in June of 2016. Paul is the brother of Denise (Turmunde) Headrick ’75 and uncle to Marty Headrick ’03, Trace Headrick ’09 and Gabrielle Headrick ’13. Bronco Express Summer 2016 15

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