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FROM THE PRESIDENT The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. [2 Corinthians 9:6-7]. All things have their season, and in their time all things pass under heaven. [Ecclesiastes 3:1] For over 10 years, these two scripture verses have accompanied me, and in some cases haunted me, as I’ve worked to take Kennedy Catholic into a new season, to steward the gifts given to me, plant seeds for our future to produce great bounty, and of course, not rushing into a season we were not prepared for.
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Grandparents Day
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Our initial school board led by the likes of John Goodwin Jr.’79, Joe Simmons ’72, and recent past board chair Bob Rebar ‘72 patiently steered to a vision of what an aggressive advisory board should pursue. The gift of their expertise has resulted in a board that actively supports five committees that have contributed significantly to our 2020 Vision. Those seeds planted early have resulted in three of our single biggest gifts this year, a development plan that is supporting the construction of phase one of our athletic field ($2.4 million), phase two of our science complex ($1.5 million) while making significant upgrades to our current facility. Seasons affect our staffing as well. We say good bye and happy retirement to six amazing teachers: Mike Burris, Joanne Lawrence, Jack Naughton, Mike Edelbrock, Linda Morgan and Angela Hunter. Such exemplary teachers have stewarded the best of our resources, our students, into successful colleges and universities, but more importantly, successful and contributive men and women. Entering our second year in the modified block schedule has shown an increase in the number of students taking more science and mathematics. We’ve added engineering, robotics, and blended learning opportunities to engage all learners, and with the intentional design of our science complex, teachers will see more opportunities to collaborate bringing more focus on the use of technology as both an instructional practice and promoting student engagement and deeper thinking. Last, we continue to pursue those families that represent the very foundation of Kennedy Catholic; a school that continues to produce doctors, lawyers, priests, sisters, actors, producers, teachers, athletes, business men and women, entrepreneurs of all kinds and of course, successful graduates that exemplify leadership at all levels following Christ. “We’re not in Kansas” is accurate! We are located in Burien; the home of the Lancers; and pursuing what God intended us to be! Gratefully, Michael Prato President
D IR ECTOR OF A DVA NCEM ENT
Amy Hall MARK E T I N G & CO M M U N I CAT I ONS M A NAG ER
Judy Shafer CO N T R I B U TO RS
Sarah Dahleen Amy Hall Kathryn Hutter Michael Prato Judy Shafer P H OTOG RA P H E RS
Debbie Baxter Mike Edelbrock Dawn Peretti Bruce Johnson Aileen Smith Amy Hall Judy Shafer D ESI G N & P RO D U CTION
Judy Shafer KE N N E DY CAT HOLIC HIG H SCHOOL
140 S 140th Street Burien, WA 98168 206.246.0500 kennedyhs.org
L ANC E R A LU MN I , The Advancement & Alumni Office at Kennedy Catholic offers many exciting opportunities at your Alma Mater that are tailor-made for you including: • Assistance with reunion planning and alumni events • A monthly e-newsletter, Communi-K, featuring upcoming events, highlights and recognition of students and alumni emailed to all alumni • Homecoming weekend activities every fall (this year on September 19-20) with special recognition of Lancer alumni • An annual printed magazine, Lancer for Life, mailed to all alumni • A printed alumni directory updated every four years • An annual Mass in November in memory of all deceased Lancers and their families • Opportunities to volunteer with current students through classroom presentations, career days, retreats and more • An annual alumni band performance and reunion • Recognition on Facebook and Twitter • Insights into professional job opportunities at Kennedy Catholic • Among many others! To find out more about the above, simply contact us at alumni@kennedyhs.org or 206.226.5679. Also, find us on Facebook, Twitter and on the internet. On a final note, we are always seeking class pictures, alumni updates, stories and accomplishments. Many thanks, and we look forward to staying in touch! GO LANCERS!
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Lancer alumni are changing the world. The scope of their accomplishments and the diversity of their talents and passions inspire current Kennedy Catholic students to achieve greatness. The four alumni highlighted here are leaders in education. They are shining examples of how inspired teachers inspirit education for the betterment of our communities and the world. They embody what it means to be a Lancer for Life. M A RY D O L E J S I ‘ 76 Alumna Dr. Mary Dolejsi ’76 spent over a decade managing the Biotechnology Shared Resource Center at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. This lab was an organization-wide shared resource lab that offered a variety of genetic and protein analysis services, and automated DNA and peptide synthesis services. She evaluated new technologies and equipment
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and developed systems and protocols for automated sample processing and analysis. In 2002 she decided to shift gears
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
in her fast-paced career and return to Seattle University
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to earn a Masters in Teaching degree. Since 2004 she has worked with high school students as a very popular
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chemistry teacher at Bainbridge Island High School.
IN STITUT E OF MOL ECUL AR BI O LO GY
Armed with a PhD in Chemistry from the Institute of
PhD ~ CHEMIST RY
Molecular Biology at the University of Oregon, Dr. Dolejsi challenges her students to use chemistry to understand the
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world around them and develop a life-long passion
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for science.
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BA IN BR IDGE HIGH SC H O O L CH E MIST RY T EACHER
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PHILLIP MUÑOZ ‘89 Since 2009, Dr. Phillip Muñoz ’89, has served as the Tocqueville Associate Professor of Political Science and Concurrent Associate Professor of Law at The University of Notre Dame. Dr. Muñoz writes and teaches across the fields of political philosophy, constitutional law, and American politics, subjects he first studied at Kennedy Catholic with Mr. Perry Lorenzo and Mr. Joe Kennedy. His first book, God and the Founders: Madison, Washington, and Jefferson (Cambridge University Press,
I cannot teach anyone anything. I can only make them think...
—SO C RATES
2009), won the Hubert Morken Award from the American
PHILLIP MUÑOZ ‘89
Political Science Association for the best publication on religion and politics in 2009 and 2010. His First Amendment
CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE
church-state casebook, Religious Liberty and the
BA ~ ECONOMICS & GOVERNMENT
American Supreme Court: The Essential Cases and Documents, (published in 2013) is being used at Notre
Dame and other leading universities. Dr. Muñoz’s scholarship focuses on religious liberty and the American Constitu-
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tion. His writings have appeared in academic and popular presses, including: The Wall Street Journal, First Things,
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The National Catholic Register, and The Claremont Review
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of Books. Earlier this year, one of Dr. Muñoz’s scholarly articles was cited by Justice Clarence Thomas in a concurring opinion in the Supreme Court’s church-state legislative
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prayer case. Dr. Muñoz has testified on church-state matters
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before the United States Senate Judiciary Committee and has offered media commentary on the Supreme Court for the Fox News Channel and Voice of America Radio.
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CAROL MENDOZA ‘95 Carol Mendoza ‘95 has completed two years as school principal of St. Bernadette Parish School and her 13th year in the field of education. She is a proud graduate of St. Bernadette School and Kennedy Catholic. Mrs. Mendoza earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington, majoring in Anthropology and minoring in Spanish. She continued her higher education and earned her Masters in Teaching from the University of Washington’s Teacher Education Program. Shortly after
Teachers affect eternity; they can n ever
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earning her MA, she was recruited by the Seattle Public Schools and worked in the district for over 11 years. She
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taught kindergarten through 2nd grade and served as a
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pre-kindergarten through 3rd grade Spanish specialist
& SPANISH
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ST. BE R NAD ET T E PARI S H SC H O O L PRIN CIPAL
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while earning her administrative credentials. In 2005, after completing the University of Washington’s Danforth Educational Leadership Program, she served as a head teacher and later an assistant principal in two highly diverse schools in the Seattle School District. She is blessed to back in the Catholic schools system—particularly with the opportunity to work at her grade school alma mater. She is passionate about teaching and learning and is committed to academic excellence, faith and service.
BRIAN FRENCH ‘92 After earning degrees from Seattle University, Purdue University, and completing an internship with ACT, Inc. in Iowa City, Dr. French ‘92 started his academic career as an assistant professor at Purdue University. Upon earning tenure at Purdue, he, his wife Sarah, and their children returned to Washington state. Brian is a professor of psychometrics and research methods and the Director of the Learning and Performance Center in the College of Education at Washington State University. Sarah is an assistant
tell where their influence stops . — H E N RY A DA MS
professor at WSU as well. Brian’s area of research focuses
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on educational and psychological test development where he spends his time examining tests for bias and developing new statistical methods to locate bias in tests. He has had the opportunity to work on testing issues from a variety of areas ranging from certification exams to decrease death and dismemberment of youth working in agriculture envi-
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ronments, to assessing hearing in children and adults with cochlear implants, and screening children for developmen-
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tal delays. If he is not in the lab working with his graduate
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students, you may find him involved in an outdoor activity
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such as ultra-marathon trail running, skiing, hiking, biking, white water rafting trips, or coaching soccer. Brian’s family takes full advantage of living in the Pacific Northwest for outdoor adventures!
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S C I E N C E T E C H N O L O G Y E N G I N E E R I N G A R T S M AT H
The demand for Kennedy Catholic’s cutting-edge Science courses is greater than ever before. In response, generous donors and foundations have provided the necessary resources to completely renovate and recreate four state-of-the-art science labs — providing the necessary facilities to rapidly expand the number of selections and courses offered. Many students are choosing to take four full years of science and a growing number enter college with science credits fulfilled at Kennedy Catholic.
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Technology is integrated in every program, department and activity at Kennedy Catholic. Students choose a personal device to supplement their instructor taught lessons. Classrooms are equipped with high speed internet and the latest technology is embraced in curriculum planning and presentation.
in ways unique to the Lancer community.
One of the newest and most exciting additions to the curriculum is a series of Engineering courses designed to challenge and excite budding engineers and designers. Kennedy Catholic was blessed with the donation of a highly sought Makerbot Replicator 2 CD printer allowing students to make advanced quality models of their creations. This technology is rare in high school settings and its impact is best demonstrated through the incredible work our young engineers are producing. We are proud to announce the launching of a robotics program in the fall of 2014. The Arts have been a source of great pride for Kennedy Catholic since our inception. Our marching band, drama, orchestra, choirs, and fine arts programs are award-winning and involve hundreds of students every year. From parades to concert halls to the walls of acclaimed art galleries, the talent of our artists can be seen throughout the region. In film making, students develop the art of media creation, exploring creative and technical aspects of film production. Students studying fine art explore personal creativity through various mediums and techniques. Kennedy Catholic students have won awards, year after year, at the Washington State Fair High School Art Show. And finally, Math. Our students choose from fifteen math courses ranging from algebra to honors calculus and AP Statistics. Our math teachers instill a passion and appreciation for the subject which is proven with our students success in math related subjects in college and beyond. With the knowledge and experiences gained in Kennedy Catholic’s unique STEAM disciplines, Lancers excel in college and their future careers. We are proud to provide an integrated system of high standards to engage all students in an academically rigorous and faith-filled core curricula.
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innovative four-year “STEAM” Program (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) motivates and educates students
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AQUINAS HONORS PROGRAM The theme of the 2013-14 school year was the great quote from St. Catherine of Siena. At Kennedy Catholic, opportunities are abundant to “be who God meant you to be.” The Aquinas Honors Program offers a curriculum to students seeking an advanced academic challenge including upper division honors classes in the Arts, English, World Languages, Math, Social Studies and Science Departments. Approximately 40% juniors and seniors take at least two college-credit bearing courses at Kennedy Catholic.
HONORING EXCELLENCE ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES
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20 Possible college credits AP Statistics English 3 AP Lit & Comp AP US History AP Biology
English I / World History Honors English 2 Honors English 4 Global Identity in Lit Honors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Honors Intro to Calculus Honors Physics Honors Biology Honors Chemistry Honors French 3 Honors American Sign Language 3 Honors Spanish 5 Honors Latin 3 Honors Latin 4 Honors Latin Vergil Honors Advanced Art Vocal Ensemble Jazz Ensemble
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30 possible college credits Pre-calculus 120 Calculus 124 French 103 German 103 Spanish 103 Expository Writing 131 MATTEO RICCI CENTER AT SEATTLE UNIVERSITY
10 possible college credits Poverty in America Great Ideas
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CHARACTER SCHOLARSHIP LEADERSHIP SERVICE
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY In May, we welcomed new inductees to the 2014-15 Excalibur chapter of the National Honor Society. Parents, students and friends were present for the Induction Ceremony in the Dillman Center. Our membership is now 77 students strong! The National Honor Society is a prestigious service organization and its members often participate as officers or active members in the many service organizations and/or activity groups. NHS students also offer their time as Kennedy Catholic ambassadors for the Admissions Office for open houses and recruiting events.
The National Honor Society accepts students based upon specific criteria including GPA and honors level courses. Major universities recognize the importance of NHS membership while reviewing applications. At graduation, members wear the red honor cord, signifying distinguished membership.
Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.
—ST. CAT HERI NE O F S I ENA
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G R A D U AT I O N D AY ! 2014, some of the best the human condition can present. We are risk takers, optimists, team players, scientists, scholars, Searchers... I can hear God applauding over our transformation over these last four years and I can tell it is a standing ovation. Here we sit, adorned in these curtain dresses looking like we have So, on behalf of the Class of 2014, thank-you parents, teachers, just stepped out of a Harry Potter movie. Our friends are different. and all who helped us reach these seats today. And to you, the Our minds are different. Our skills are different. We are different Class of 2014, Dream Big! Then, if only a portion of your dreams come true, you’ll still be a huge success and I’m sure God’s and yet we are still ourselves. We go forth today to continue to applause will continue to ring clear for all of you! fulfill God’s wish for each of us. I have seen in us, the Class of At the Baccalaureate Mass on June 6, 2014, Brandon Root presented a wonderful speech to his class about their four years together. His classmates selected him for this responsibility and he delivered. Below is an excerpt from his speech:
Some of the colleges and universities offering admission to students in the Class of 2014: Academy of Art University Arizona State University Baylor University Boise State University Boston University Brigham Young University California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Chapman University Concordia University Cornish College of the Arts Douglas College Drexel University Eastern Washington University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Florida
California State University, Chico California State University, Fullerton California State University, Long Beach
Emerson College Fisk University Fordham University George Fox University Gonzaga University Grambling State University Grand Canyon University Hartwick College Hawaii Pacific University Idaho State University Johns Hopkins University Kansas State University Lewis & Clark College
California State University, Los Angeles California State University, Monterey Bay Carnegie Mellon University Carroll College Central Washington University Chaminade University of Honolulu
Linfield College Loyola Marymount University Marquette University Michigan State University Montana State University Mount Holyoke College Mount St. Mary’s College New York University Oregon State University Pacific Lutheran University Pacific University Pepperdine University Portland State University Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Saint Joseph’s University Saint Martin’s University Saint Mary’s College of California San Diego State University San Jose State University Seattle Pacific University
Seattle University St. John’s University St. Olaf College Stony Brook University Texas Southern University The Evergreen State College The University of Arizona The University of Montana University of Alaska, Fairbanks University of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of California, Los Angeles University of California, Merced University of California, Riverside University of California, Santa Barbara University of California, Santa Cruz University of Colorado, Boulder University of Denver University of Hawaii at Manoa University of Idaho
University of Illinois at Chicago University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Minnesota, Twin Cities University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Nevada, Reno University of New Hampshire University of New Mexico University of North Dakota University of Oregon University of Portland University of San Diego University of San Francisco University of Utah University of Washington Washington State University Western Oregon University Western Washington University Whitworth University Willamette University
20 1 4 TO P TEN GRADUATES ( in alphabetical order) , Sierra Bains, Michael Barbarossa, VALEDICTORIAN, Colleen Den Adel, Julie Greene,
SooJin Kim, Allyson Kline, Amy Moore, SALUTATORIAN, Sophie Nelson, Saralyn Santos, Amanda Shioyama.
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Alumni serving the students and families of Kennedy Catholic! Katie Burns ‘90
Dino Josie ‘82
Bridget Cabiles ‘98
Gina Martin ‘81
Jeannie Dailey ‘87
Heidi Martin ‘78
Joanne Demarninis ‘81
Pamela Mead ‘94
Jenny Farrell ‘92
Myrna Moffat ‘77
Annette Griffith ‘86
Mark Ralston ‘83
Don Hoffman ‘83
Laura Schomer ‘98
Lisa Jandusay ‘83
Sue Strong ‘77
Jennifer Jinka ‘98
Carolann Trautmann’78
With smiles as bright as their senior pictures, our Lancer alumni faculty and staff are part of the rich Kennedy Catholic history. Whether coaching an athletic team, greeting visitors, explaining a quadratic equation, teaching a second language, or inspiring service, our alumni staff along with our entire faculty inspire today’s Lancers. Thank you for returning to keep the Lancer legacy continuing into the 21st century!
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W I L L I A M F. E I S I M I N G E R
ATH L E T I C F I E L D
Kennedy Catholic is excited to introduce the William F. Eisiminger Athletic Field! The Athletic Field project has been discussed and envisioned for nearly 50 years since the school’s inception. It has captured the excitement, support and spirit of countless community members, school families, future families, businesses, youth groups, alumni and donors. Seeing the dream of so many come to life has been an invigorating and enlightening experience. A focus on the athletic program and Booster Club and their unceasing commitment to historically place this as a priority—to now a reality—is truly something special. The field will be used for home practices and competitions in football, boys & girls soccer, boys & girls lacrosse, track & field, marching band, and fitness classes. The master plan for the athletic complex includes the athletic field, stadium seating, tennis courts, improvements to Faccone Field (baseball), a field house complete with a weight room, restrooms and more.
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Phase One of the complex is now underway and scheduled for completion in time for Homecoming 2014 (barring any unforeseen delays). Phase One includes the beautiful turfed field, temporary seating, a temporary scoreboard, fencing, engineering, mechanical and structure work, and more. To all our donors, advocates, neighbors, students, fans and volunteers, this is your field. Your support and determination is taking shape before our eyes and we cannot wait to share it with you! For more information on this project, or to support Phase Two, please contact Amy Hall, at halla@kennedyhs.org.
HOMECOMING
SAVE THE DATES!
SEPTEMBER 19-20, 2014
REUNIONS C L ASS O F 1 974 | Celebrate 40 years!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
Saturday, September 13 Location: Festivities begin with Mass in the Chapel and a school tour followed by fun at the 909 in Burien. Contact: Kathy Radford: klradford@comcast.net or Pam Miller: pampmiller@aol.com
8:30am Booster Club Breakast & Field Visit in the Cafeteria & Field, $20/person
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Homecoming Weekend Schedule of Events
Celebrate 30 years!
10:30am Homecoming Mass & Blessing of Alumni Gymnasium
Friday, September 19 at 7pm Location: Mick Kelly’s in Burien Contact: Kevin Mullarky: mrmullarky@gmail.com
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
C L ASS O F 1 9 94 | Celebrate 20 years!
11am
‘Tailgate’ with Brats & Beverages in the Cafeteria, $5/person & $20/family
12:30pm Dedication Ceremony William F. Eisiminger Field 1pm
Homecoming Football Game* Lancers vs. Renton High School William F. Eisiminger Field, $6/person
Saturday, September 13 at 4:10pm Location: Safeco Field, Mariners vs. Oakland Athletics Contact: Lisa Korth: lekorth@hotmail.com
C L ASS O F 20 0 4 | Celebrate 10 years!
Planning has begun for a fall gathering. Please visit www.kennedyhs.org/reunions for the latest, or contact Amy Hall at halla@kennedyhs.org.
Visit www.kennedyhs.org/Homecoming2014 for details and updates. *Should unforeseen construction delays occur, location information will be provided on the website. LANCER FOR LIFE
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L A N C E R
H A L L of FA M E Congratulations to the newest Kennedy Catholic Hall of Fame Inductees! On Saturday, March 15, in the company of a packed gym, these inspiring Lancers were inducted into the Kennedy Catholic Athletic Hall of Fame, sponsored by the Booster Club. These individuals were recognized for their contributions and dedication to our athletic program and their exemplary sportsmanship and character. They join a long list of talented athletes, coaches, and super fans who represent nearly 50 years of Lancer athletics. Bill Eisiminger Walt Kostecka Dan Stone ‘78 Danny Barth ‘78 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
1988 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WOMEN’S SOCCER TEAM
Marisa Bernasek Bridget Bourgette Shaw Renae Bushaw Schwartz Shannon Case
Jenny Carlton Kara Crotty Rowena Fish Jamie French Bjalek Marne Hazlegrove Julie Holmes Woodward
Denise Jaramillo Sagmoen Kelly Lindgren Jodi McCann Irey Megan O’Brien Deidre Robertson Miller Heidi Stephens McNair
Tracy Tipton Duvall Rebecca Zielinski Leah Zielinski Doug Stamnes (Head Coach) Jan Hazlegrove (Coach) Phil Shaner (Manager)
FA C C O N E F I E L D Dedicated March 28, 2014 In honor of Joe Faccone On a typical spring afternoon in Seattle, rain postponed the Lancer Varsity Baseball game, and the Faccone Field dedication moved to the Dillman Center. In a packed room filled with alumni, current families, faculty and friends, Mr. Joe Faccone was honored and threw a baseball (yes indoors!) to kick off the festivities. Special thanks to all of the great people who helped to build the field from 1974-76 and those who updated the field in May 2014.
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Friday, May 2, was a beautiful morning to welcome over 200 Lancer grandparents to experience high school life at Kennedy Catholic first hand. The Parents Club hosted a wonderful reception in the Dillman Center with delicious food, flowers for our guests and photographs with grandchildren. Then our guests were given grand tours by their grandchildren of the campus and classrooms. Perhaps the highlight of the day, was a memorable Mass with the student body in the gym celebrated by Kennedy Catholic Chaplain, Fr. Dolejsi. This included the May Crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Grandparents and guests were honored and blessed by all. The Mass, May Crowning, and blessing was a touching example of how our faith embodies every aspect of our community. We are honored to share our commitment to Catholic identity with our extended families and support the spiritual formation of our entire community. Grandparents and Special Family Friends: Please plan to join us for our next annual celebration on Friday, May 1, 2015.
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On Saturday, April 12, the Kennedy Catholic Gym was transformed into a Mardi-Gras adventure! The 2014 KAT C H Auction was a memorable example of the passionate and generous Lancer community. Thank you to all involved for an amazing evening! We are so grateful to all our sponsors, donors, guests, volunteers, students, faculty and staff for making the 2014 auction a huge success. With the generosity of nearly 400 guests and over 700 donors, we raised record funds for students and programs plus an additional $210,000 for the new athletic field during the live auction raise-the-paddle. We hope you will join us next year for KATCH 2015 on Saturday, April 25. Planning is already underway!
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The KAT C H Auction would not be possible without the generosity of our parents, alumni and supporters and the hard work and dedication of our volunteers. We appreciate the tremendous contribution of all our auction committee members and our 2014 K A T C H Chairs, Tim and Christine Smith.
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We are thrilled and honored to welcome
accessible, diverse and committed to
process creates an environment where
our incoming Kennedy Catholic students
pursuing the fullest potential of every
students thrive in a dynamic way. Our
and families. This year families join us
student. This would not be possible
incoming class this year is an amazing
from over 48 different zip codes; from
without the continued support of our
group of students — not because of any
the greater Seattle area, Bainbridge
outstanding alumni community. It is
one particular student, but because of
Island, Mercer Island, Sammamish,
through your recommendation that
the many incredible gifts and talents
Tacoma, Federal Way and many other
many new families seek out our school.
each of them and each of their families
areas. We look forward to another year
We are proud of the Kennedy Catholic
bring to us. We see every student as a
of great memories and accomplishments
family.
very important part of making the group
and believe this upcoming year will be unforgettable.
Kennedy Catholic graduates are pre-
what it is — unique and remarkable.
pared for elite colleges and universities,
It is the depth of our spiritual, academic,
nationally and internationally, thanks
athletic and co-curricular programs that
to an exceptional teaching staff, an
distinguishes us from other high schools.
The mission of Kennedy Catholic High
experienced college counseling team
At Kennedy Catholic each new student
School is to Graduate Leaders Following
and a faculty that advocates for the
has the chance to explore their God
Christ in a school community that is
success and achievement of all students.
given gifts and talents.
Our entire faculty and staff are excited for many new possibilities.
Building a well-rounded and talented student body through the admissions
If you have the opportunity, please help us to welcome the Class of 2018.
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