Mission Statement San Gabriel Mission High School, an IB World School, rooted in the Dominican and Claretian traditions, empowers young women to pursue education marked by respect, motivation, depth, character and integrity throughout their lives.
A San Gabriel Mission High School Student is: A RESPECTFUL young woman who:
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Raquel Cagigas, ‘96 M.A. Assistant Principal, Student Life & Institutional Advancement
Eva Clarke, B.S. Director of Development & Alumni Relations (626) 282-3181 ext. 116 eclarke@sgmhs.org
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Shows empathy and compassion towards the needs and feelings of others;
Acts to make a positive difference in the lives of others and the environment;
Understands and appreciates her own culture and personal history, and is open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities;
Is accustomed to seeking and evaluating multiple points of view, and is willing to grow from this experience.
A MOTIVATED young woman who:
Has a personal commitment to Christian service-learning, with a Christian heart;
Is able to assess and understand her strengths and limitations in order to support her learning and personal development;
Exercises initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned and ethical decisions.
Acquires the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning.
A young woman of DEPTH who:
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Searches for Truth in the tradition of Saint Dominic and the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose;
Develops her intellectual curiosity;
Acquires an in-depth knowledge and develops understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines;
A young woman of INTEGRITY who: In an effort to reduce mailing costs and to be eco-friendly, the SGMHS Alumni Magazine is distributed via email; however if you would like to receive a hard copy please contact the Alumni Office at (626) 282-3181 ext 116 or you may send an email to alumni@missionpioneers.org. Standard of Accuracy We are committed to providing you with the most accurate and up-to-dote information in all of our publications. However, unintentional errors may appear. As a result, we ask you to contact the Alumni Office at (626) 282-3181 ext 116 in the event there are any factual errors. We appreciate the interest and concerns of our readers and welcome any assistance toward achieving our goals.
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Acts with honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, group and communities;
Takes responsibility for her own actions and the consequences that accompany them;
Practices academic honesty.
A young woman of CHARACTER who:
Embodies Christ-like behavior and identifies the God-given dignity of all humanity;
Courageously and articulately defends her beliefs while being charitable to all people;
Understands the importance of intellectual, physical, social and spiritual balance to achieve personal well-being for herself and others;
Works effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Welcome
Contents Principal’s Message 4 Farewell 5 Beginning a New 6 Chapter This Year Highlights 7 Student Spotlight 9 Community 12 Engagement Development 14 Foundations 15 Donors Scholarship 17 Luncheon Alumni Spotlight 18 Annual Report 19
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A Message from the Principal Dear Mission Community, San Gabriel Mission High School is flourishing with amazing young women who are ready to be leaders in today’s world. Each day students are given the tools to learn what it means to be a woman of motivation, respect, depth, character, and integrity. It is the goal of the faculty and staff at SGMHS to educate the whole woman in academics, faith, and spirit. In a place that is filled with traditions, SGMHS students continue to learn how to live Christian lives by building a foundation with the Dominican and Claretian charisms. As the faith leaders of our community, the Vertitas Campus Ministry strives to teach the Dominican pillars of prayer, service, community, and study. As a community, we search for the truth in all we do. In doing so, we hope to preach the good news to those around us. The young women of Mission have paved the way in making their mark at the school. Our young women are active participants in student leadership through the Associated Student Body and Student Council as well as through their hours of dedication to the community through our Service Learning Program. Additionally, our student athletes have learned what it means to be leaders and sisters on a team. This year, our Soccer team achieved history for SGMHS with the school’s first California Interscholastic Federation Southern Regional Championship Division 5. Our students demonstrated their motivation and continuous fight on and off the field. San Gabriel Mission High School is truly a home to many. The Mission family shows it strengths in many ways. This year, our Mission family came together in support of each other and the community with the loss of our very own Sr. Mara Anne Palomares, O.P. ’57. Sr. Mara Anne’s legacy lives on in the many ways she has touched the lives of those at Mission. She was a real example of what it means to live a Christian life with the Dominican charism. It is a blessing to witness the growth of our young women each and every day at San Gabriel Mission High School. It is an honor to see our women become confident intellectually, physically, and spiritually. I am truly honored to send these women out into the world as women of Mission! God Bless,
Marielle Sallo, Ed.D. Principal
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A Special Farewell
Sister Mara Anne Palomares, O.P. It is with heavy hearts that the San Gabriel Mission High School Community announces the passing of Sister Mara Anne Palomares, O.P. on February 20, 2018. Sister Mara Anne worked in the Development and Alumni Relations Office for over 6 years as well as in curriculum doing classroom observations. Sister was also a former principal of San Gabriel Mission Elementary School. Being an alum from Mission High herself, Class of 1957, Sister Mara Anne was a real asset in helping locate lost alumni. She was part of the Alumni Committee and assisted every year with the Scholarship Benefit Luncheon, including helping put baskets together for the silent auction. Sister also participated in Key Club meetings, offering students her encouragement in their endeavors. If there was a fundraiser at Mission, you could count on Sister to be there. Sister Mara Anne has touched many lives and we will never forget her kind and caring nature and her dedication to her Alma Mater. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Palomares family as well as the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. Sister would have been professed 60 years this May.
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Beginning a New Chapter Ms. Eva Clarke graduated from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo CA. There she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business. After college she worked for Rockwell International, Rocketdyne Division (Space Shuttle) and later with IBM managing contracts for satellites sent into space. She took some time off when she had her three children and homeschooled them through high school, coached boys and girls soccer as well as supported the girls in Girl Scouts. When she entered the work force again, her focus became fund raising for the Eva Clarke, B.S. Director of Development & Alumni Relations
church helping with Capital Campaigns and Offertory Programs. Her passion is to help people with health challenges where she has practiced natural health medicine for 30 years consulting with private clients as well as becoming a LMT. She believes life is a journey to grow closer to God and to discover His purposes for our life; therefore, she teaches and ministers to those who seek their true identity in Christ.
Mrs. Trishia Arrington graduated from the historic HBCU Clark Atlanta University. There she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Premedical. Trishia was awarded a four-year Division I Athletic Scholarship for basketball during her junior year at Paul VI High School in New Jersey. She attended thirteen years of Catholic school education. Trishia first came to us as the Varsity Girls Basketball Coach, a position she currently holds. Teaching and mentoring the youth are her passions. Trishia joined the faculty at San Gabriel Mission High School teaching Biology in January of 2018. Trishia has four children, three of which attend San Gabriel Mission Elementary School. Trishia enjoys time at home with her husband, children and dogs.
Trishia Arrington Biology Teacher
She believes in leading by example and living her best life possible!
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This Year’s Highlights
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Softball: SGMHS’s Aeriel Lewandowski Signed with La Sierra University The Athletic Department at San Gabriel Mission High School would like to announce that on May 15th Senior Aeriel Lewandowski signed with La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. Aeriel made her announcement surrounded by faculty, coaches, family, teammates, friends and well-wishers. In talking with Aeriel, she credits alumna, Lauren Peters with inspiring her to achieve her goal. Aeriel was a freshman when Lauren, a senior, signed with Concordia College. Also, Aeriel is glad she will be attending La Sierra as it is a small school. Aeriel confided that she felt the same closeness she felt when she first visited Mission High and she knows this university is the perfect fit for her. Aeriel has played Club Softball for 1 year and has been on the varsity softball team at Mission High all 4 years. Her main position is 1st base, but she started as an outfielder. She plays for CASE Batbusters, CASE standing for character attitude, strength and excellence.
Aeriel’s strength and faith comes from her 7 year old cousin, Cisco, who passed away this year and her Uncle Oscar, who passed away in 2003. Both played the same sports she does and she was very close to both of them. Her number is 00 which was her uncle’s number while he played sports. Aeriel said, “I talk to my cousin while I’m playing and he helps me.” She is glad she will be in Riverside, as Aeriel will be closer to her little cousin Cisco who lived in San Bernardino. Her favorite quote is from the bible, Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Dr. Marielle Sallo, Principal at SGMHS said, “We are so proud of all that Aeriel has accomplished. She has exemplified what it means to be a Mission student with her motivation to pursue her dreams of playing college softball. We cannot wait to see her work at the collegiate level.”
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SGMHS’s Senior Class Attended the 2018 National Latina Women’s Conference The entire senior class at San Gabriel Mission High School attended the 2018 National Latina Women’s Conference on May 4th thanks to donations from alumna professionals at USC. The Latina Women’s Conference “aims to empower high school and college age Latinas.” This year it was held at the Quiet Cannon Conference and Events Center. It was an all-day event that included educational workshops, an exhibit area and awards luncheon. The seniors wrote reflections of the day and what it meant to them to attend the Latina Women’s Conference and two seniors stood out. Gabby Abrego wrote, “In my opinion, the overall message of this conference was to educate high school students, predominantly females, about getting a higher level of education so they can be successful in the workforce one day. I saw how we
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are the next generation of Latina women and we must educate ourselves about the struggles of previous Latina women in order to succeed in our own lives.” Another senior, Gabby Angel wrote, “The main message of the conference overall was to offer hope, awareness, and advice. I definitely felt that this conference allowed me to see how many successful Latina women are actually out there and don’t get recognized for how much hard work and passion they put into their jobs. I felt that the message was also about equality as something to always remember. Even if you are a woman, no matter what race, you should have the same opportunities in life to be successful.” The 2018 Latina Women’s Conference was truly an educational experience for the seniors at SGMHS. They learned “that no matter what or how many obstacles that you face, you must remain confident that this is all a part of God’s plan for where you are supposed to end up in life.”
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2018 College Acceptances California State Universities Bakersfield Channel Islands Dominguez Hills East Bay Fullerton Humboldt Long Beach Los Angeles Monterey Bay Northridge Pomona Sacramento San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Marcos Sonoma University of California Davis Irvine Los Angeles Merced Riverside San Diego Santa Barbara Santa Cruz Private In-State Azusa Pacific University Concordia University Dominican University Hawaii Pacific University Loyola Marymount University La Sierra University Mount St. Mary’s University, Los Angeles Pepperdine University Saint Mary’s College University of La Verne Vanguard University Whittier College
Out of State Arizona State University Becker College Coe College Grand Canyon University Hofstra University Indiana Tech University Iona College Le Monye College Lewis & Clarke College Loyola University Chicago Michigan State University Northern Arizona University Notre Dame of Maryland University Pennsylvania State University Rider University Rutgers University Seattle University St. Johns University Stony Brook University Temple University University of Arizona University of Alabama University of Hawaii University of Kentucky University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Oregon University of Portland Willamette University
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on veterans and I will take it with me forever.” Valerie said, “I felt privileged simply to talk with these veterans because they sacrificed so much to serve our country. This experience has allowed me to realize that I should appreciate my time with others because we don’t know what tomorrow will bring.” Zoe commented about the veterans saying, “I truly felt honored to be speaking with them. It is not every day that I get to speak to such special individuals. It was fulfilling and interesting to learn about some of the veterans unique stories.” Mia said, I think that I definitely gained a better sense of how many veterans are active in my community. It taught me that it’s good to just take a break from my life and listen to these brave men and women talk about their stories and how they fought for our country.”
Local Veterans Make a Lasting Impression on SGMHS Seniors The City of San Gabriel hosted a Veterans Recognition Luncheon on Oct. 25th. The Senior Class Board from San Gabriel Mission High School was invited to the event. Gabriela Abrego, Valerie Corletto Lopez, Zoe Rivera and Mia Santillan were given the privilege of meeting and talking with many veterans who served during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. In their many discussions with the veterans, students discovered they had something in common with some of them; they all attended San Gabriel Mission High School. Some of those veterans who were also alumni were: Charles Henkels ’56, Alvin Sanchez ‘60, Jose Valdez ‘66, Mike Valdez ‘68, Phil Valdez ‘’63 and Ralph Valdez’58. The close-up-and-personal experience with all of the veterans made a lasting impression on the students. Gabriela commented, “What I will take from this experience is to be more grateful for my freedom because there are men and women putting their lives at risk so I can go to school and make something of myself. The experience truly changed my perspective
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This was truly a meaningful day that the students will never forget.
El Pavo Bakery Community Mural Student Participation
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11th Annual Film Festival at SGMHS
San Gabriel Mission High School’s Fine Arts Department held its 11th Annual Film Festival on March 24, 2018 in the school auditorium. The categories included: Music Videos, Experimental, and Short Films. This year Junior High Films from the Summer Film Academy were also considered for awards. The top winners were: Junior High – “Aria; ”Music Videos – 1st Place “Something Just Like This” by Director Raylene Lopez and Editor Jocelyn Reynoso; Experimental Films – 1st Place “Lumos” by Director and Editor Jocelyn Reynoso, Cinematography Katelyn Barela, Short Films – 1st Place “By Your Side” by Director and Editor Madeline Noriega; The Best of Show was “Lumos.”
The Media Studies students run the school’s television station MTV Mission Television, and produce over 32 episodes each year.” Students create commercials, public service announcements and participate in several film festivals each year. This year three films, “Rubi,” “Lumos” and “Penny” were chosen to be screened at the Action On Film Festival in Las Vegas this coming August. If you are interested in learning more about the Film Program at SGMHS visit their MTV Mission Television channel on SchoolTube.com. at http://www.schooltube. com/user/missionmtv.
According to the Film Instructor and the club’s moderator, Chris Landinguin, he enjoys the development of this new film culture at Mission. “I presently have three film related classes and a film club, so interest in filmmaking is definitely growing at Mission.
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Development Become a Mission Emerald Today For nearly 70 years of academic success San Gabriel Mission High School is genuinely touched by the generosity of our alumnae and individual donors who believe in the Mission of this school and show it by monthly giving. You are truly a valuable gem to our community. Your recurring contributions of all amounts reflect your commitment to the students and faculty. We are asking you to join the Emerald Circle of Giving and become an exceptional investor in our Mission of educating future young woman for tomorrow. $5 a month becomes an annual gift of $60 $10 a month becomes an annual gift of $120 $20 a month becomes an annual gift of $240 $40 a month becomes an annual gift of $480 $50 a month becomes an annual gift of $600 In the Emerald Circle your monthly donation is ongoing • Online donations using your credit card • Your gift is put to work immediately • Tax Statement • Flexibility to increase or decrease your donation at your convenience
How do I sign up? Online: www.sgmhs.org Donate by check San Gabriel Mission High School 254 S. Santa Anita St. San Gabriel, CA 91776 (626) 282-3181 X116
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Sponsorships and Foundations Canine Solutions
Bill Hannon Foundation
Magnum Graphics
California Community Foundation
San Gabriel Mission Elementary School
Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation
Eraxtyle Design
Christian Service Center Foundation
World Renowned Portrait
Daughters of Charity
Rowley Portraiture
Dolores Mission Foundation
Pasadena Playhouse
Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Foundation
San Gabriel Kiwanis Michael Cervantes ‘76
George Mayr Foundation Mother Pia Backes Fund
Jo Anne Disney ‘71 San Gabriel Mission Claretian Ministries Longo Toyota San Gabriel Mission Parish
Specialty Family Foundation Success Through Education The Carter Family Foundation The Rose Hills Foundation
Armando & Angelina Sosa
Thank You for your support!
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Donor Honor Roll Al D’ Antonio
Gene Rapp
Marilyn Costamagna
William Groom
Alma Stone
Giselle Haro
Martha Grajeda
Virginia Walter
Allan & Lucille Field
Glenda Sammelman ‘65
Mary Coutis
Mendez Virginia Delong
Andree Caldera
Irene ‘90 & Algis
Mary Zola
Vivian Romine
Angela Mastantuono
Marcuiska
Mary E. Rzeteljski ‘72
John & Gloria Ver Halen
Ann Halligan
Irene Chapman ‘56
Melody Bueno
Pat & Elaine Centuriono
Anna Ceniceros
James & Virginia
Michael Cervantes ‘67
Hein
Anthony Whitefield
Goodwin
Michael & Denise Lopez
R.V. Hauerwaas
A. Herrera ‘68
Janice Caldwell
Michael & Susan Harris
Russell Wallace ‘74
A & H Sanchez
Jo Anne Disney ‘71
Carter Trust
Terry & Lillian Wilson
A. Primising
John Brown ‘54
Nancy Belmonte ‘57
Theresia Trevino
Annie Chin
John & Christie Green
Nancy Waters ‘68
Katherine Poehlmann
Anonymous
Jo Cowley
Nicole Escamilla
Tom & Lillian Wilson
Antoinetta Avila
Josh Johnson
Norina Cappadona
Ursula Gabriel
Ardell Daniels ‘54
John Fantz ‘56
Pat Salvaty ‘60
August Koch
Joyce Hour
Paula Verbeck
Belinda Resendez
Jeff & Adrienne Rodman
Randi Meyer
Betty Ann Overley
Julie DeMarco
Raquel Cagigas ‘96
Billie Nunn ‘60
Kim Dennis
Regina Rea
Bob Wilber ‘59
Kristan Venegas ‘91
Richard Schwien ‘63
Caganap
L. Maimone ‘77
Robert Dimas
Carlos Rhenalie
Larry Petrone
Robert Holderness
Chris Landinguin
Laura Ceballos
Rolando & Karla Centeno
Christina Acker
Laura Ramirez
M. Rodriguez M. C. Brinkley
David Schwien ‘61
Linda Kanya
Margaret & E Erickson
Dianna Corriero
Lisamarie Garcia
Pat Maitre
Dore C.
Lolita Reynoso
Pat Scilvaty
E. Clarke
Lucy Perricone ‘63
Phyllis Sison
Edward Beal
Maria Drey
Rosemary Deady
Ed & Mary Jensen
Maria Ott
Sarah Zhou
Eric Mcgee
Maria Ramos
Sally & Rich Edwards
Eugenie Heilweil
Marielle Sallo
Sharon B. Collins ‘57
Fred Bustillos
Marietta Noack ‘69
Sue Notheis ‘60
Gary & Pam Panattoni
Marilyn Comouch
Tom & Margaret Whelan
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Scholarship Benefit Luncheon of the New School University Distinguished Teaching Award in 2014. Alba was a Linklater teacher in 2012. In June 2018 she will appear in concerts throughout Mallorca with Pianist Alfredo Oyaguez as part of the Deia International Music Festival. Suzanna Guzman is one of the original Associate Artists of the Los Angeles Opera performing lead roles in over 400 main stage performances in 39 different productions. Ms. Guzman has appeared as principal soloist with orchestras and opera houses around the world. In the Fall of 2018 she will reprise the title role of the 15th year anniversary of the pageant Dios Inantzin: La Virgin de Tepeyac with the Latino Theater Center.
SGMHS Scholarship Benefit Luncheon Huge Success On Saturday May 19th the school auditorium at San Gabriel Mission High School was transformed for their Annual Scholarship Benefit Luncheon honoring distinguished alumni. This year the honorees were Alba Quezada ’71 and Suzanna Guzman ’73. Also, this year a writing scholarship was established in honor of Sister Mara Anne Palomares, O.P. class of 1957 who passed away on February 20, 2018.
Attendees at the event were entertained by SGMHS students with a Bollywood dance number from their 2018 Spring Sing, “A Trip Around the World.” The renowned honorees, Alba and Suzanna, thrilled the audience with their musical talents, with Yoyo Sin, a senior at SGMHS, as their pianist. They performed numbers from “West Side Story, “My Fair Lady” and more. It was an unforgettable afternoon. The silent auction and raffle were extremely successful. The funds that were raised at this event will be used entirely for scholarships to deserving students. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a huge success!
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