A PU BLIC ATION FOR A LU M N I A N D FR IE N DS OF S A IN T PATR ICK HIGH SCHO OL
SUMMER 2019
SAINT PATRICK IN THIS ISSUE:
Students in STEAM program gain real-life experience through internships, Page 7 Anti-Bullying Play honored at State Festival, Page 8 Coach Eberle inducted into ESCC Hall of Fame, Pages 18
“ I have great hope for the future of Saint Patrick High School”
Jim Labuz, Sr. ’78 Honored for Lifelong Dedication to St. Pat’s, Page 5
IN THIS ISSUE
From the President
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From the Principal 2018-2019 Highlights Cover Story Read-Dunning Park Evans Scholars National Honor Society STEAM Internships INCubatoredu Pitch Night Spring Musical Theatre Festival Art Murals Spring Jazz Concert Class of 2019 Graduation Dear Saint Patrick Letters Admissions Founder’s Day RCIA
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Winter Sports Recaps Spring Sports Recaps Signing Days IBCA Hall of Fame Baseball Appreciation Days ESCC Hall of Fame
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Letter from the VP 22 Benefactors Luncheon 22 Silver Cross Award 23 Sponsor a Student 23 Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day 23 Keeping Up with the Shamrocks 24–25 Deceased Alumni 25 Memorials & Honorariums 26–27 Boards of Trustees/Alumni Board 27
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Fins Up Hall of Fame Nominations Shamrock 9 Green + Gold Gala Shamrock Golf Outing
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
2018-2019: A Fantastic Year! D E A R A LU M N I , PA R E NT S , A N D F R I E N D S O F S A I N T P AT R I C K , THIS YEAR WAS THE YEAR OF LASALLIAN VOCATIONS marking the 300th Anniversary of Saint John Baptist de la Salle’s entry into eternal life and celebrates the impact of the mission he started. Together, Lasallians give thanks to our common heritage, renew our commitment to respond to the educational needs of today’s youth, and share our hope for the future of the mission. This year at Saint Patrick High School we celebrated our 158th year of helping the young men of our great city receive an excellent and practical education; one which forms them into quality men of tomorrow who are well-equipped to become the future leaders of our city, country and Church. The Founder reminds us “Do not forget to thank God for his many blessings.” We are blessed in so many ways at St. Pat’s. I want to thank our students, faculty, administration, parents, Board of Trustees and all of our Alumni and friends for their support, which contributed to all our successes this year—and there were many. Enrollment has been steady and strong for the past seven years at 630+ young men—102 of which are legacies meaning their fathers or grandfathers attended St. Pat’s. The Class of 2019 received in excess of $10M for college scholarships to great Universities around the country and two more seniors received Chick Evans Caddie Scholarships bringing the number of
Evans Scholars at Universities next year to 15, which leads the country. Quite an accomplishment! The Shamrock Green and Gold, held at Local 399 Banquet Hall, was a great success. The event raised over $400,000. Special congratulations to Phil Stefani ’68 on receiving the Shamrock Legacy Award which is presented to an alumnus who represents the values of Saint Patrick High School and has demonstrated an extraordinary, lifelong commitment to its tradition. I want to thank Patti Fabrizio and the Advancement team for all their hard work to make the event such an enjoyable evening. Also, special thanks to parent Janet Davies from ABC 7 Chicago for acting as emcee for the Gala. She was terrific! We celebrated our seniors at a Liturgy at the end of April and our School Chaplain, Fr. Dominic Clemente ’08, confirmed eight Shamrocks. Now that is living the mission! It was a great day to be a Shamrock! At our annual Stewardship Celebration proudly acknowledging our wonderful benefactors, we awarded the President’s Counsellor II Award to Jim Labuz, Sr. ’78 for his transformational generosity and commitment to our school. Jim and his wife, Gina, have raised six children with all four of their boys having graduated from the Home of the Shamrocks. Congratulations, Jim! Graduation on May 21st capped off the school year in outstanding fashion. Holy Name Cathedral is a majestic setting that appropriately speaks to the
religious development and formation of our graduates. It was a night filled with gratitude and positive spirit; a spectacular evening. On May 28th the Shamrocks celebrated the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new ReadDunning Park. The multi-sport synthetic turf athletic field, where St. Pat’s will begin play this August, will be managed by the Chicago Park District. Major League Baseball Hall-of-Famer Cal Ripken, Jr. and Chicago Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts were among the guests at the ceremony and donors for the project. This project was six years in the planning and will be such a great stadium to play our home games. Special thanks to Pat Levar ’95 for his persistence and expertise with the project! As you are probably aware, we announced the public phase of our $7.5M Capital Campaign at this year’s Green and Gold Gala. We have raised $5.8M from forty-four gifts so far. Please contact Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Jeff Ardito ’87, (Ext. 318) to learn more or get involved. I would like to thank the Board of Trustees for their time, talent, and treasure. Also, I want to thank the Executive Committee of the Board (Mick O’Rourke ’86, Greg Josefowicz ’70, Mary Pat Burns, and Mark Ellsworth ’80) for their leadership and passion for our mission. Finally, I would like to thank all of our generous benefactors. We need your support to make it work. Please know how honored I am to be President at the greatest high school in the country. St. John Baptist de la Salle, pray for us. Live, Jesus, in our hearts. Forever!
DR. JOSEPH G. SCHMIDT, AFSC
Standout Student 2019 Ernesto Almodovar, Jr
College: Marquette University Elementary School: St. Benedict Jeff Ardito ’87, Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, AFSC, Cal Ripken, Jr. , Mick O’Rourke ’86, Pat Levar ’95
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
D E A R A L U M N I , P A R E N T S , A N D F R I E N D S O F S A I N T P AT R I C K , Every May, at our final Board Meeting of the year, I share a summary of what has been accomplished during the year from the principal’s perspective. I value this opportunity to celebrate all that we have accomplished not only this school year, but also over the past six years since launching the school’s first strategic plan. Simply put, Saint Patrick High School is a better school today than we have ever been—from curriculum, to faith formation, to facilities, to fundraising. We continue to live the mission our founder set 350 years ago of “providing an educational experience of the highest quality which enables young men to develop to their maximum potential as lifelong learners and assets to society and the Church.” In the area of curriculum, we have implemented new courses and
activities, developed a STEAM program, increased ACT scores, and supported teacher growth through professional development and graduate level education. Our students continue to grow in their faith formation— through a four-year retreat program, eucharistic minister training, and a record number of service hours and projects. The facilities have gone through numerous upgrades, internally and externally. Some examples include our STEAM lab, INCubator lab, Health & Wellness Center, and the ability for our football and baseball teams to play at state-of-the-art facilities at Triton College and Kerry Wood Cubs Field. Our donor participation is at all-time high as evidenced in our capital campaign and events such as the Green & Gold Gala, Shamrock Golf Outing, and Shamrock Sweepstakes. These are just a few of our countless accomplishments.
We will publish the year five results of our strategic plan efforts later this summer with more detail on progress with Curricular Development, Lasallian Mission and Catholic Identity, Facilities and Operations, as well as Finance and Institutional Advancement. So, what happens next? We must formulate the next strategic plan that incorporates the current challenges and opportunities that exist for Saint Patrick High School as well as other Catholic schools. This work, planning, and effort will take place beginning this summer and into next year. As another outstanding year of schooling ends, I want to thank the Saint Patrick community for its dedication and hard work. We do make a difference in the lives of our students, and through them I believe we are making the world a better place for everyone. God bless!
JON BAFFICO
2018-2019 SAINT PATRICK HIGHLIGHTS:
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Seniors named ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS
The ROBOTICS TEAM was selected as a partner in the FIRST Robotics Competition Midwest Regional Championship by top teams advancing to Semi-Finals, the furthest Saint Patrick has advanced in 13 years.
Students pursuing their STEAM ENDORSEMENT
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City Wash & Detail won 3rd annual INCubator INNOVATION IDEA AWARD
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The BASEBALL TEAM won consecutive Regional Championships for first time in school history.
The SOCCER TEAM won the ESCC Conference Championship for first time in school history, three-peated as Regional Champions, and won back-to-back Sectionals. The BOWLING TEAM won the Chicago Catholic Conference Championship, back-to-back Regional Championships, its 3rd ever Sectional Championship, and qualified for the IHSA State Tournament for 9th time. The BASKETBALL TEAM claimed another Regional title—the 11th in Coach Mike Bailey’s career at Saint Patrick. The WRESTLING TEAM had success on a team and individual level. Shamrocks won their 4th Regional Championship in past 5 seasons, Sean Conway ’22 took 3rd place and Bradley Ritter ’19 took 4th place in their weight classes at 2A IHSA State Tournament.
The VOLLEYBALL TEAM won its 8th consecutive Regional Championship and 13th in last 14 seasons. The THEATRE DEPARTMENT put on two successful plays and one musical—We All Rise Above, Maximus Rising, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. We All Rise Above was honored at the Illinois High School Theatre Festival.
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STUDENTS in STEAM program participating in internships with premier companies in Chicagoland area.
For more information and stories about our students many successes during the school year, follow us on social media or visit www.stpatrick.org.
COVER STORY
Q & A with Jim Labuz, Sr. ’78 James R. Labuz Sr. ’78 graduated Saint Patrick High School in 1978 and went on to receive his Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) in 1983. Upon receiving his degree, Jim began his thirty plus years in the curtain wall industry and in 1996, he bought Mid-States Glass and Metal, a glass and glazing company. Jim and Gina have six children and all four of their sons (Jim ’02, Mark ’03, Charlie ’12 and Luke ’17) attended Saint Patrick. MidState Glass and Metal, a young company at the time, was a major contributor to the Vision 2000 project/expansion of Saint Patrick High School. In addition, as a member of the Board of Trustees and Chairman of the Property, Plant and Equipment Committee, Jim has contributed to the INCubator Lab and STEAM Lab among other projects. Jim and his wife, Gina, are yearly sponsors of the Shamrock Green and Gold Gala and Shamrock Golf Outing. In May, Jim was awarded the President’s Counselor II Award, presented each year to someone who has demonstrated exceptional dedication, generosity, or service to the Lasallian educational mission as it is lived each day at St. Pat’s. We sat down with Jim and asked him about his lifelong love and affinity for Saint Patrick High School. When did your love for Saint Patrick High School begin? St. Pat’s has always been a special place for me and my family. Growing up only three blocks from the school, I had always dreamed of the day I would attend St. Pat’s like my two older brothers. Like many of today’s families, my mom and dad made great sacrifices to send their eight children through 12 years of Catholic School and their sacrifices were worthwhile. Once at St. Pat’s, I made lifelong friends. In my junior year I was joined by my youngest brother, Bill. We received a great education, a true sense of Brotherhood and made memories that will last a lifetime.
Past Honorees pictured with Labuz: Greg Josefowicz ’70; Brother Konrad Diebold, FSC; Brother David Galinski, FSC; Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, AFSC
What did it mean to have all four of your boys attend Saint Patrick? How do you feel their experience prepared them for where they are now?
How did you feel when you were told you were going to be presented the Counsellor II Award at this year’s Stewardship Celebration?
I could not be more proud of my four sons. They made the most of what St. Pat’s had to offer. It was the environment at Belmont and Austin that allowed them to participate in a wide range of sports and extracurricular activities and still excel in the classroom. It was the positive reinforcement of faculty and coaches that helped each of them reach their fullest potential. It never gets old telling people that it is because of their Saint Patrick education that my sons attended some of the most prestigious universities in the country: MIT, University of Illinois, Notre Dame and Butler.
When Dr. Joe and Jeff Ardito ’87 (Vice President of Institutional Advancement) called to tell me that they wanted to honor me with the Counsellor II Award, I was very flattered and maybe a little overwhelmed. As I read through the list of past recipients, it read like a Who’s Who of Saint Patrick High School. To be listed with the likes of Dr. Joe, Brother Konrad (Diebold, FSC), Bill McManaman ’65, Lowell Stahl ’52 and the rest of this group is very humbling.
Why do you feel it’s important to stay involved with St. Pat’s? One of the things that amazes me about St. Pat’s are all the familiar faces I see around school. Unfortunately, we have lost a few friends along the way but they have been replaced by new faces. And it is because of these now recognizable faces that I have great hope for the future of Saint Patrick High School. The future leaders of St. Pat’s are being developed right before our eyes. With this, I believe it is all of our responsibility to share our stories, knowledge and service so that the next generation can keep the tradition of St. Pat’s alive.
What would you to say to current Shamrocks? I would say make the most of your time in High School. It goes way too fast. It is a special time in your life when you get to compete both on and off the field. You never know what you are capable of until you try. Saint Patrick High School is where great things happen so dream big!
Standout Student 2019 Alexander Bueno
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SCHOOL NEWS
Saint Patrick joins Cal Ripken, Jr. at Read-Dunning Park ceremony
Two Shamrocks awarded Evans Scholarship to attend University of Illinois
On Tuesday, May, 28th Major League Baseball (MLB) Hall-of-Famer Cal Ripken, Jr., Vice Chairman of the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, helped to unveil Read-Dunning Park, a multi-sport athletic field on the Northwest Side of Chicago where Saint Patrick High School will begin play this August. Other guests in attendance for the ribbon cutting ceremony included: Tom Ricketts, CEO, Chicago Cubs; Pat Levar ’95, Chief Operating Officer, Chicago Park District; Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, President, Saint Patrick High School; Arnie Rivera, Chief Operating Officer, Chicago Public Schools; Alderman Nicholas Sposato (38th); Steve Salem, President & CEO, Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation; Dan Towriss, CEO, Group1001; and student-athletes from St. Pat’s baseball, football and soccer teams. “Being active and playing sports taught me so many valuable life lessons,” said Ripken. “Thanks to the generous donors and supporters, kids in the community will have a safe place to play sports and grow, and learn a lot of those same lessons.” The multi-sport synthetic turf playing field is lined for youth baseball/softball and soccer and complete with a scoreboard, backstop, dugouts and fencing.
Declan Gillespie University of Illinois Architecture Ridgemoor CC St. Tarcissus
Malachy Byrne University of Illinois Finance Ridgemoor CC Onahan Elementary School
Two Saint Patrick High School Class of 2019 graduates, Malachy Byrne and Declan Gillespie, have received full tuition and housing college scholarships through the Western Golf Association’s Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship and will attend the University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign in the fall. The scholarships – renewable for up to four years – are awarded to high school seniors who have a strong caddie record, excellent grades, outstanding character and demonstrated financial need. With the addition of these two Shamrocks to the Evans family, Saint Patrick has now had 106 students earn the prestigious scholarship. The school leads the nation in Evans Scholars, with 16 graduates currently receiving a tuition-free education.
Shamrocks inducted into National Honor Society The following students were inducted into the Saint Patrick High School National Honor Society:
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Class of 2019: James Adamczyk, Ernesto Almodovar, Vincent Alunan, Joseph Appelhans, Joseph Barletta, Dylan Bartlett, Charles Bell*, Jake Briskey, Alexander Bueno, Malachy Byrne, Louis Cobb, Michael Crawford, Brendan Day, Maxwell DiFrisco, Michael Donovan, Matthew Espinosa, John Euler, Gabriel Gallegos, Nicholas Herman, Jeanpierre Lem, Humberto Martinez, Trevor McLaughlin, Angelo Montalbano, Gabriel Morales, Sean Moriarty, John O’Rourke, Ismael Perez, Jaden Sartin, Efren Toledo, Kewen Zhao
Class of 2020: Kevin Ayeski*, Brandon Banda, Jake Bednarek*, Daniel Bedon, Maximo Bunay, Jack Burke*, Dominic Cielak, Nicolas Cira, Adam Cloutier*, Sean Collins, Daniel Daniels III*, Jeremiah Donohoe*, Daniel Downes*, Christian Espinosa*, Anthony Fitzpatrick*, Benjamin Guschwan, Michael Hegarty*, Joseph Klaw, Ronald Krewer, Aidan Larson*, Daniel Llamas*, John Lyons*, Daniel McCarthy, Charles Moskal, Eoin Murphy, William Pacheco, Miguel Ramos, Cameron Ranne*, Lucas Richard*, Charles Roy, Zachary Ryan, Dominic Sabella*, Sebastian Sanchez*, Jeffrey Schultz*, Kenneth Stummer, Joseph Thome*, Jack Warner * Class of 2021: Gustavo Azanon Jr.*, Thomas Caravette*, Matthew Clifford*, Seamus Courtney*, Michael Hamilton*, Jeremy Laboe*, Patrick Lewis*, Ryan O’Donnell*, Jack Ryle* *Newly Inducted
SCHOOL NEWS
Students in STEAM Program gain real-life experience
Four Shamrocks in their second year of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math) program started summer internships after visiting three companies this spring to learn more about their operation. The STEAM Advisory Board arranged for juniors Maximo Bunay, Trevor Hudson, Cristian Salas and Delano Walker to meet with executives at Mid-States Glass & Metal, Inc., Stanley Spring & Stamping Corporation and Model Options.
Board of Trustees member, Jim Labuz, Sr. ’78 and his wife Gina Labuz, President and Chief Executive Officer at Mid-States Glass & Metal, Inc., welcomed the Shamrocks and showed them the different window curtain systems the company installs. In addition, the group of students was able to see the machinery Mid-States uses to install windows. Maximo is interning with the company, recognized as a premier curtain wall erector in the Chicagoland area, this summer. Students met with Mike Lee, VP of Operations and a friend of Board of Trustees member Paul Benson ’79, at Stanley Spring & Stamping Corporation. Stanley’s has been a premier supplier of custom metal parts and springs for over 80 years. Mike is in charge of increasing the factory’s efficiency by instituting better manufacturing processes. As an intern, Delano is helping Mike update and complete new work flows to streamline
production, increase output and decrease layovers between shipments. At Model Options, an architectural design studio, the team of students was greeted by President Jack Grott, another friend of Benson’s. The models the company builds help close the deal for new developments around the world. Cristian and Trevor have an opportunity, as interns at Model Options, to use 3D printers, laser cutters and other plastic rendering materials to create stunning 3D models. The STEAM program at Saint Patrick High School strives to help students think deeply and be prepared to transform into future innovators, educators, researchers and leaders who can solve challenges our world faces today and in the future. There are currently 60 students enrolled in the program to begin the 2019-2020 school year. To learn more, please visit www.stpatrick.org/ academics/steam.
Another impressive final pitch night for students, alumni
On April 30, the 3rd Annual Final Pitch Night marked the completion of another year of Saint Patrick High School’s entrepreneurship program, INCubatoredu. Five student teams presented their business models for ideas, products, or services they created from scratch all year long to a theatre full of alumni, families, friends, faculty and staff. This year’s presentations included Univlink, a website/app that can be used by students, parents and Universities to simplify and enhance the college application process; Dry Ice, a prototype for a hockey bag that incorporates a mechanism to dry wet athletic equipment; SDS—Senior Driving Services, personalized transportation for senior citizens who may not drive and live in areas with limited public transportation; Sports Plug, a platform that unites sellers of used athletic equipment with potential buyers, and the winning team, City Wash and Detail.
City Wash and Detail is a company looking to cash in on the current trend of major companies providing perks for employees, including personal services, at their work location. Specifically, City Wash and Detail will provide car washes to employees during the workday, eliminating the need for waiting in lines on weekends or after work hours. The winning student team was: Daniel Bedon ’20, Tyler Ferraro ’20, Joey Thome ’20 and Jack Finnegan ’20. Their mentor was Joe Sartin ’89. Other mentors were: Frank Alvino ’79, Dave Bushnell, Matt Hansen ’08 and Jim Rohrlack ’89. This year’s Board of Advisors, who served as the panel of judges for the Final Pitch Night, were: Wayne Suerth ’63, Tom Johnson ’65, Dean Angelo, Sr. ’72, Anthony DeVito ’92, Scott Cruz ’95, Tom Brennan ’01, Kevin
Gillespie ’05, Mike O’Neill ’08 and Gino Bartucci. INCubatoredu is a program that offers students an authentic entrepreneurship experience. In the yearlong course, students have the opportunity to create and fully develop their own product or service with real alumni entrepreneurs and business experts serving as volunteer coaches and mentors. The coaches and mentors lead student teams in generating hypotheses about a business concept and testing those hypotheses, adapting, and continually learning and improving along the way. If you are interested in serving as a coach or mentor for next year’s INCubatoredu course, please contact Gary M. Santella ’72, Director of Alumni Relations & Planned Giving, at gsantella@stpatrick.org.
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Theatre Department brings “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” to life for audiences of all ages The Theatre Department’s Spring Musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, was a colorful and lively retelling of the story of Joseph and his brothers from the Bible. Staged in a rundown village, the Narrator comes upon a group of individuals who have lost hope. Through storytelling, and pulling the villagers in to play each role, the Narrator and Joseph took audiences on a whirlwind through Canaan and Egypt. With a team of professional designers, the world of Joseph was brought to life through whimsical costumes and props, and the set boasted a rotating platform and exuberant colors. The orchestra was led by Band Director, Donnie Glowinski, and students from the SPHS Band program. Led by fantastic performances from seniors Xavier Resto (Joseph), Allison Maysonet (Narrator), and Chris Preston (Simeon and Potiphar), an all-star cast of freshmen through senior Shamrocks and actresses from high schools throughout the city and suburbs of Chicago, performed six incredible shows. With an additional performance in front of a packed house of excited elementary school students, this production was the show to see this year!
We All Rise Above honored at State Theatre Festival
Standout Student 2019 Joseph Barletta
College: Indiana University Elementary School: St. John Berchmans
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In addition to performing their smash hit to audiences at the Stahl Family Theatre last fall, the cast of We All Rise Above, was invited to perform downstate at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Urbana during the Illinois High School Theatre Festival in January. The cast was presented with a plaque and kind words about their powerful performances and incredible message of hope and understanding in the play by the Executive Director of the Festival, who felt personally moved by watching the production.
Presented in the style of Forum Theatre, the production centered around a bullied student going through his day dealing with those who bully him, those who support him, and those who do not. The cast presented scenes about bullying, then invited audience members to come onstage to play a role and attempt to change the situation and help the bullied student. Our audiences loved this, and it made the show one of our most thought-provoking plays to date!
SCHOOL NEWS
Enriching the community… one mural at a time The school cafeteria was the beneficiary of two painted murals created by the Junior and Senior Art 2 class and the SPHS Art Club. Each year the Art 2 class works collaboratively to propose, design, and paint a mural to be installed in the school. Working this way in the classroom provides students new uses for their art and communication skills while also demonstrating to the larger school community the importance of art. This creation of a class mural culminates a year of drawing, painting and problem-solving. At the end of the year, students are ready to challenge their skills and creative talents in a public format. The community message within both murals centered on the food that has become a tradition at Saint Patrick and the corresponding sense of community attached. The Art 2 class created a Cookie Monster mural that greets diners from the courtyard. The Beef Day mural, created by the Art Club, is located by the food counter and celebrates student’s favorite Thursday lunch choice.
The full year art electives will be changing next year to single semester courses, but the Mural Assignment will continue to be offered in the advanced painting curriculum. The courses are changing to accommodate student’s busy schedules and allow more students to enroll in art courses. The SPHS Art Club meets weekly with Ms. Blatchley and is open to all students. This year students created works for the Student Art Shows, designed an Art Club shirt, participated in contests and painted the Beef Day Mural.
Faculty join Shamrocks on stage for Spring Jazz Concert Faculty and Staff musicians were invited to join the Jazz Band on stage for their Spring Concert. Band Director, Donnie Glowinski, was trying to show students they could still have music in their life without making it their career. Mr. David Craine, Mr. Tim Ebrom ’06, Mr. Jon Newman and Mr. Mark Wozniczka were among the faculty members who joined our Shamrocks on stage for a great show!
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Class of 2019 celebrates 158th commencement in school history On Tuesday, May 21st, Saint Patrick High School administration, Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, family and friends celebrated the 158th Baccalaureate Liturgy and Commencement Exercises at the historic Holy Name Cathedral. The Liturgy was presided over by Rev. Msgr. Daniel G, Mayall, Pastor of Saint Joseph Parish in Wilmette and member of the Saint Patrick Board of Trustees, with concelebrant Rev. Dominic Clemente ’08, Pastor of Saint Edward Parish and Saint Patrick High School Chaplain. This year’s Valedictorian, Gabriel Morales, delivered the Valedictory Oration with congratulatory remarks by Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, Ed.D, A.F.S.C., President; Jon Baffico, Principal; and Michael G. O’Rourke ’86, Chairman of the Board of Trustees. The Alumni Induction was delivered by Terrence Browne ’80.
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Seniors reflect on their four years at Saint Patrick Prior to graduation, the tradition of sharing “Dear Saint Patrick” letters from seniors reflecting on their last four years, the lessons they’ve learned and, of course, the Brotherhood continued. Below is an excerpt from each of the ten letters posted on social media leading up to graduation. To read the letters in their entirety, visit www.stpatrick.org/dear-saint-patrick/
“ St. Pat’s will always have a special place in my heart. It is a great pleasure to say that I am and always will be a Shamrock.” —Vincent Alunan, DePaul University
“ Looking back on these past four years, I couldn’t have been happier to call myself a Shamrock. I am proud to say that I entered as a freshmen boy and left Saint Patrick High School as a man.”
“ Because of this high school, I am prepared to study Accounting at the University of Wisconsin, and I am prepared to take on the rest of my life.” —Michael Donovan, University of Wisconsin
“By growing closer to myself, to others, and to God, I was able to mature from a teenage boy into a man.” — Nicholas Herman, Case Western Reserve University
—Jake Briskey, Butler University
“ Four years ago, I walked into very familiar doors. This time as a student on my first day of high school … I felt a part of a family and it was as if I was walking into my second home.”
“ It is impossible to put into words how strong the bond I saw between every student was but if I had to describe it, I would say family. ” — Trevor McLaughlin, Illinois State University
—Emmett Browne, University of Dayton
“ Saint Patrick High School not only fostered me into a socially confident young man, but taught me how to acknowledge an obstacle and create a plan to overcome it.”
“ It is in our differentness and our struggles that we make up a strong community, dedicated to one another as brothers.” —Gabriel Morales, University of Chicago
—Samuel Correa, Denison University
“ I don’t think I have ever had a cooler feeling in my life than running back to the sideline hearing all the Shamrocks screaming my name from the Stud Section.” — Michael Crawford, Loras College
“ Saint Patrick has taught me how to become the man that everyone strives to be … I’m going to miss walking in those doors on 5900 W Belmont every day.” — Jack O’Rourke, University of Dayton
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ADMISSIONS
Admissions News Class of 2024 Placement Exam Saturday, December 7, 2019 Test begins promptly at 8:00 AM Pre-Registration Begins 11/23 Offering HSPT Exam Due to incredible alumni support, we have Academic Scholarships for students who test above 75% ranging from $2,500–$5,500 annually. We also have Legacy Scholarships for young men whose father or grandfather graduated from St. Pat’s. For families in need, which is nearly 60% of our families, we offer Tuition Assistance, amounting to nearly $1M annually.
Shadow Days & Open House From September through December, select Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays will be designated as Shadow Days. Don’t miss out on a great opportunity to go class to class with one of our Shamrocks and experience what a typical day is like at Austin and Belmont! Sign up online: www.stpatrick.org/admissions/shadow-days Call: Brian O’Connor ’05 at 773-205-3770 or Mike Fabrizio ’08 at 773-282-8844 ext. 230 Email: admissions@stpatrick.org Open House 1: Thursday, October 24, 6:00–8:00 pm Open House 2: Thursday, November 14, 6:00–8:00 pm
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Merit Scholarships To qualify for any scholarships or tuition assistance, a student must test with us on December 7. Fr. Thomas A. Mulcrone Scholarship Awarded to the son(s) of active police officers, firefighters, or paramedics in the amount of $8,000 ($2,000 annually).
Catholic Identity Scholarship Awarded to the son(s) of current Catholic school/parish employees in the amount of $8,000 ($2,000 annually).
Standout Student 2019 Gabriel Gallegos
College: Loyola University Elementary School: O.A. Thorp Scholastic Academy
SCHOOL NEWS
Saint Patrick joins Lasallian community to celebrate Founder’s Day
Saint Patrick High School joined the Lasallian community in celebration of Founder’s Day with an All-School Liturgy on Wednesday, May 15. Seven Christian Brothers, with over 400 years of service, were in attendance. Mass was presided over by Father Thomas J. Hurley, pastor of Old St. Patrick’s Church, assisted by School Chaplain and Pastor of Saint Edward Parish, Rev. Dominic Clemente ’08. Following the Liturgy, faculty and staff were honored for their 5, 15 and 25 years of service. Faculty and staff honored were: Eric Fleming (5 years), Rebecca McBride (5 years), Kimberly Miculinic (5 years), Thomas Christman ’01 (15 years), Peter Dougherty (15 years), Colleen McGovern (15 years), Thomas Gillespie (25 years) and Coach Michael Bailey (25 years). This year’s Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award was presented to Math Teacher Tim Ebrom ’06. The award honors an educator who exemplifies the ideals of Saint John Baptist de la Salle in the 21st century.
Shamrocks in RCIA Program receive Sacraments In the fall of 2015, the Religious Studies Department developed a Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program consistent with the Archdiocese of Chicago that would reflect a student’s experience as a member of the Saint Patrick community when they realized a number of students had fallen behind their sacramental progression, particularly the Sacraments of Initiation. Last year, the department decided it wanted to incorporate the entire Saint Patrick community in the celebration. On Wednesday, April 24, the Shamrocks who spent the year in preparation received the
Sacrament of Confirmation and Sacrament of the Eucharist, administered by Rev. Dominic Clemente ’08, at an All-School Liturgy in front of the entire school community. “I strongly believe that those who have been intimated fully into the Church through the RCIA program speaks to the power of Catholic Schools to touch hearts,” said Saint Patrick Campus Minister, Rich Raho, “It also influences young adults on their faith journey.” The students who participated in the 2018-2019 RCIA Program Sacrament of Confirmation were:
Giovanni Capifali ’19* Joseph Oesterreich ’19 Maximo Bunay ’20 Nazar Fedorovych ’21* Ethan Morrelly ’21* Joshua Torres ’21 Christian Mammoser ’22 Fidel Sanchez ’22 *Also received the Sacrament of Eucharist Interested students or parents who would like to request information on behalf of their sons for the upcoming 2019-20 school year should contact Dan Eberle, Religious Studies Department Chair, at deberle@stpatrick.org.
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In Head Coach Mike Bailey’s 25th season, the Shamrocks defeated Grayslake Central 63-51 at home to win their first Regional Championship since 2016 (and 11th since he took over at the helm) before losing to topranked St. Viator in the Sectional Semi-Finals. Shamrock basketball went 20-10 (18-10, 5-4 in the regular season) with East Suburban Catholic Conference (ESCC) wins over Marian Central, Nazareth, Notre Dame, Marist and Joliet Catholic. The win over Notre Dame came after senior Austin Freeman hit two free throws in front of a packed house on Kurland Court with 3.4 seconds left in the game.
Saint Patrick wrestling won its 4th IHSA Regional Championship in 5 years and 6th in program history. Nine Shamrocks took 1st place in their weight class and five finished in 2nd. All 14 wrestlers advanced to Sectionals and four went on to compete in the State Tournament.
Freeman and junior Dominic Galati were named ESCC All-Conference and junior Joe Fanning received an Honorable Mention. The sophomore team finished 1st in the ESCC going 20-5 and 9-0 in conference play while the freshmen finished 2nd (19-7, 7-2).
Sean Conway ’22 (106 lbs), Bradley Ritter ’19 (120 lbs), Delano Walker ’20 (126 lbs) and Tom Liesz ’19 (195 lbs) represented Saint Patrick at the State Wrestling Tournament.
With three starters returning to the varsity team and the success at the lower levels, Shamrock basketball is poised for another great season in the fall.
For the first time since 1985, and only the second in program history, Shamrock Wrestling had two State Placewinners in the same year. Conway took 3rd becoming the first freshman to place at the State Wrestling Tournament in program history. Conway also broke the record of most Varsity wins in a season by a freshman with 40. Ritter took 4th in State and is now a two-time State Qualifier with an 80-25 career record. The swim team finished the season in 3rd place out of 12 teams at the IHSA Sectional Championship Meet at Fenwick High School. Although no one advanced to the State Finals, Shamrocks medaled in all Swimming events. Senior Robert Hernandez, junior Lance Minn and sophomores Nazar Fedorovych and Sergio Mendieta swam the 200 medley relay in 1:42:45 finishing in 3rd place.
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Minn, senior Adrian Stepien, junior Dominic Cielak and freshman Christian Mammoser finished the 200 Freestyle Relay in 5th place with a time of 1:36.84. Cielak, Mendieta, Hernandez and Mammoser swam the 400 Freestyle Relay in 3:21.92 for 4th place. Swimmer of the Year Awards were given to Shamrocks in each class. The recipients were Mammoser (Freshman), Mendieta (Sophomore), Cielak (Junior) and Hernandez (Senior). Stepien received the Heart of the Team Award.
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Shamrock bowling finished the season as Chicago Catholic League (CCL), Regional and Sectional Champions for the first time in the program’s history. Coach Dougherty, who completed his final season as Head Coach, sent a team or individual to the IHSA State Finals nine consecutive seasons (2007-2015) and 11 times overall, including the past two seasons (2018, 2019). No other school in Chicago, public or private, has sent more teams to state since the 2006-2007 season. Dave Habetler will take over as the new head coach. Habetler, who was an assistant coach for the Shamrocks this season, and his family have owned and operated Habetler Bowl in the Jefferson Park neighborhood for over 50 years. Habetler will inherit a team that finished 17th in the state. Junior Josh Baumstark finished 38th in the state and freshmen Anthony Andrade finished 64th. In addition, senior Brendan Day, Baumstark and Habetler’s son, freshman Bobby Habetler, were named CCL All-Conference. With a program that included 10 freshmen this year, who are all expected to return, Shamrock Bowling will undoubtedly continue to compete at the highest level for years to come.
The Saint Patrick baseball team won backto-back Regional Championships for the first time in school history and its 5th all-time. The Shamrocks (20-17) defeated Timothy Christian in the Regional Final at Kerry Wood Cubs Field before suffering a heartbreaking loss in the Sectional Semi-Finals to eventual State Champions Montini Catholic.
The Saint Patrick volleyball team won their eighth Regional Championship in a row (and 14th in the last 15 years). The team, led by seniors John Euler and Liam White, defeated Walter Payton to win the Regional Championship at home. The Shamrocks went on to win against Lane Tech in the Sectional Semi-Finals before falling to topranked Oak Park and River Forest in the Finals. White was named ESCC All-Conference for the second year in a row. With 11 returning players and an exciting starting Junior Varsity roster, the Shamrocks are excited to build upon the successes of 2019.
honors, senior Adrian Zietara was given the Most Improved Player award, junior Luke Hillman was the Most Valuable Pitcher and senior Luis Neris received the Shamrock Pride Award. With the Shamrocks returning ten lettermen, the team is primed to continue their recent postseason success.
Senior shortstop Sam Correa (.320, .500 OBP, 22 RBI) and sophomore catcher Nicholai Bermeo (.347, .486 OBP, 17 RBI) were named ESCC All-Conference. Correa was named the team’s Most Valuable Offensive Player, senior Michael Crawford received Most Valuable Defensive Player
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The Saint Patrick water polo team finished the regular season 12-12 and 4-5 in Metro Catholic Aquatic Conference (MCAC) play. They took 4th place at the MCAC Conference Finals and went on to defeat Northside College Prep in the IHSA Sectional Quarter Finals before losing to #1 state ranked Fenwick in the Semi-Finals. Senior Michael Donovan was selected to the All-Sectional 1st team and seniors Ernesto Almodovar, Robert Hernandez and Nephtali Rivera were named 2nd Team All-Sectional. Sophomore Nazar Fedorovych started every varsity game, led the team in assists and finished in the top three in goals scored for the Shamrocks. Donovan was named the team’s MVP. Almodovar received the Heart of the Team Award.
The Saint Patrick track and field team finished seventh overall at Regionals and senior Jack Bullock was the 110m High Hurdle Champion. Bullock, who finished 2nd last year, secured this year’s 1st place finish with a time of 15.12 seconds and also finished in 5th place in the 400m Dash. The 4x200m relay team of senior Cecil Silvester, senior Justin Walker, junior Cristian Salas and junior Elijah Vega finished in 4th place (1:38.88). At Sectionals, the team finished 8th overall and Bullock took 1st in the 110-meter high hurdles (15.29) and the 300 Intermediate Hurdles (42.17), which qualified him to compete in the IHSA State Class 2A Track & Field Championship Meet. Other top Shamrock performers finishing in 6th place in their respective events were freshman Jayden Griffin in the 400m Dash (57.5), sophomore Sergio Mendieta in the 800m Run (2:10.11), Walker in the High Jump (5’2”) and Salas, Mendieta, Griffin, and Bullock in the 4x400m relay (3:46.14). First year Head Coach Anthony Griffin ’92 is looking forward to next season as a majority of the team will be returning.
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The Saint Patrick tennis team competed in the East Suburban Catholic Conference (ESCC) led by strong performances from senior Vincent Alunan and Efren Toledo. The two captains managed to pull off individual victories throughout the season that really served to motivate both the Varsity and Junior Varsity squads. The JV squad had a strong season led by two players new to the sport. Sophomores Brendan Borner and Eddie Cafferkey previously played other sports before trying out for the tennis team but it didn’t take long for the coaches to notice their talent. In one of their most exciting finishes, the doubles partners were able to pull off a victory against Maine East in a match that went into a tiebreaker overtime game after a grueling third set.
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Shamrock student-athletes commit to further their athletic careers
Assistant basketball coach Dominic Cannon inducted into IBCA Hall of Fame
Fifteen student-athletes committed to play at the collegiate level and were honored with their families in the winter and spring. The Shamrocks, representing six different sports, will continue their academic and athletic careers at NCAA Division I, II and III schools in the fall. In addition to those pictured below, Bradley Ritter (Wrestling) has committed to Triton College and Nephtali Rivera (Water Polo) will continue his academic and athletic career at Salem University.
Winter signing day
Saint Patrick assistant varsity basketball coach Dominic Cannon was inducted in the Career Coaches Category of the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) Hall of Fame this past May. Cannon, who is entering his tenth year coaching for the Shamrocks, has also coached at Palatine, Prospect and York. A longtime Prospect teacher, Cannon led the Knights to a regional title and 18-11 record in his second year as head coach in 2001. As the interim head coach at York in 2010-11, Cannon had a 19-8 record. Top Row (left to right): Giovanni Capifali (Football, University of Wisconsin – Whitewater), Jake Briskey (Football, Butler University), Anthony Manaves (Football, Eastern Illinois University), Xavier Saldana (Football, Upper Iowa University) Front Row (left to right): Herbert Carrera (Soccer, Augsburg University), Diego Rivera (Soccer, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota)
Spring signing day
The IBCA’s Career Coaches Category was established five years ago to recognize coaches who may have some head coaching experience but have predominately made their mark as an assistant coach at the varsity level. “One of the reasons we’ve done so well is because of Dominic’s dedication to coaching and his willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done,” says Hall of Fame Head Basketball Coach Mike Bailey. “No job is too big or too small for him. He’s had a major impact on our basketball program, especially our players.” Coach Cannon was honored prior to the Shamrock’s last regular season home game along with the team’s four seniors.
Standout Student 2019 Angelo Montalbano
Top Row (left to right): John Euler (Volleyball, North Park University), Jakob Medina (Basketball, Southeast Missouri State University), Michael Crawford (Football, Loras College), Brandon Baier (Football, Elmhurst College) Front Row (left to right): Brendan Day (Bowling, St. Ambrose University), Luca Paolucci (Baseball, Waubonsee Community College), Sam Correa (Baseball, Denison University), Ryan Beer (Baseball, Waubonsee Community College), Tom Liesz (Wrestling, Augustana College)
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Shamrock Baseball honors those who serve with Appreciation Days This past season the Saint Patrick varsity baseball team honored the men and women who serve, including Military Personnel, Law Enforcement Officials and Teachers, by organizing service projects and honoring these individuals at several home games. Prior to the game vs. Notre Dame College Prep, both schools collected items to be shipped to soldiers overseas as part of Military Appreciation Day. The two teams took a photo on the field as part of a pregame ceremony honoring Military Personnel in attendance for the game. The Shamrocks raised funds for the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation’s “Get Behind the Vest” program by selling “copcakes” (cupcakes decorated with a police officer star) during lunch periods for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. All law enforcement personnel, including family members, alumni and friends of the program, were invited on the field prior to the game vs. Saint Viator for the singing of the national anthem and a group photo. Teacher Appreciation Day took place on May 7 as part of Teacher Appreciation Week. Saint Patrick teachers were invited on the field prior to the game and Mr. Wojnar, who retired this year after 14 years at St. Pat’s, threw out the first pitch.
Coach Dan Eberle inducted into ESCC Hall of Fame Saint Patrick Religious Studies Department Chair and Coach Dan Eberle, with over 42 years coaching experience, including six years (2006-2011) as the Shamrock’s Head Baseball Coach, was inducted into the East Suburban Catholic Conference (ESCC) Hall of Fame. Coach Eberle, who led the 2006 team to an IHSA state runner up finish, has also coached at Holy Cross High School (1979-2004) where he led their baseball team to two Regional Championships and served as Athletic Director (1979-2004), and St. Joseph High School (2005). The former Pioneer Press Coach of the Year (2006) and ESCC Baseball Coach of the Year (2007), who also served as assistant baseball coach for the Shamrocks from 2012-2017, was one of seven inducted at the 14th Annual ESCC Induction Ceremony on April 11 at the Abbington Banquet Hall in Glen Ellyn. Eberle has been teaching for 44 years and is entering his 19th year at Saint Patrick.
Standout Student 2019 James Malo
College: Concordia University Chicago Elementary School: St. Celestine
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“Fins Up” Weekend funds Lt. John M. Leonard ’75 Scholarship Endowment On June 7th and 8th the Shamrock community, CFD firefighters and the Chicago ParrotHead Club enjoyed the fourth annual “Fins Up” weekend hosted by Margaritaville. The festivities began with an outdoor “5 O’Clock Somewhere Party” at Iron Horse Ale House in Norwood Park on Friday, June 7th. The party was headlined by the Southern Drawl Band and included Margaritaville specialty drinks, food donated by Iron Horse, raffles and games. The Fins Up Softball Tournament and Tailgate Party was the following day at Merrimac Park. For the fourth consecutive year, the net proceeds raised from Fins Up events benefit the Lt. John M. Leonard Scholarship Fund at Saint Patrick High School. With the proceeds from this year’s events, funding for the Scholarship has now topped $100,000 and thus qualifies as a fully-funded Endowment. The Lt. John M. Leonard Scholarship will provide funds to deserving students who otherwise could not afford to attend St. Pat’s. Lt. John M. Leonard ’75 was a dedicated family man, friend and Chicago firefighter. After fighting lung cancer valiantly, John succumbed to the disease on Jan. 19, 2015. He left behind a legacy and some big boots to fill. Whether it was by being a lieutenant on the Chicago Fire Department, an instructor for the Illinois Fire Services Institute, a football coach at Saint Patrick High School or the leader of the Merrimac Park Youth Council, John touched lives everywhere he went.
Shamrock Hall of Fame Nominations Submit your nomination for the Shamrock Hall of Fame at: www.stpatrick.org/athletics/ hall-fame-nomination Nominations due by September 1. 2019 All-Inclusive Class Reunion/Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Honoring the Classes of ’49, ’54, ’64, ’74, ’79, ’84, ’89, ’94 (25-year reunion), ’99, ’04, ’09 (10-year reunion) and ’14 Saturday, November 9
Alumni Board’s “Shamrock 9” Golf Outing to return next year
This past May, the Alumni Board planned to host the 4th Annual “Shamrock 9” Golf Outing. Although record turnout was expected for this year’s outing, the weather didn’t cooperate and the event was rained out. The Alumni Board would like to thank all those who have supported the “Shamrock 9” Outing over the past four years and look forward to bringing the event back next year!
Standout Student 2019 Dylan Bartlett
To learn more about getting involved with the Alumni Board and other upcoming events, contact Gary M. Santella ’72, Director of Alumni Relations & Planned Giving, at gsantella@stpatrick.org or 773.2822.8844, ext. 224.
College: Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Elementary School: Ascension A D VA N C I N G S A I N T PAT R I C K 19
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Phil Stefani ’68 honored at 51st Annual Shamrock Green & Gold Gala Saint Patrick High School honored one of Chicago’s best-known restaurateurs, Phil Stefani ’68, with its Saint Patrick Legacy Award. The award, given to an alumnus who represents the values of Saint Patrick High School and has demonstrated an extraordinary, lifelong commitment to its tradition, is one of the school’s highest honors. “I am honored to receive the Saint Patrick Legacy Award from an institution so steeped in tradition,” Stefani said. “Saint Patrick High School develops leaders in society by maintaining an unwavering commitment to civic responsibility, strong personal values and educational excellence. Its history and mission speak for itself. I am grateful, not only for the recognition, but to be a part of the Shamrock family.” Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants began in 1980 with the opening of Stefani’s on Fullerton Avenue and over the past thirty-eight years, its twelve restaurants have become a staple of the Chicago restaurant scene, building a loyal following of locals, celebrities, conventioneers, and politicians. A renowned philanthropist, Stefani formed The Stefani Children’s Charities in 1998 and to date, has distributed over $3,000,000 to local children’s charities including: Children’s Memorial, After School Matters, Misericordia, Maryville Academy, Mercy Boys Home and Cystic Fibrosis. “Phil embodies what it means to be a Shamrock in that he has made a significant impact on the people of the city of Chicago, not only through his career, but with his generosity to causes he cares deeply about,” said Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, AFSC. Stefani was presented with the Saint Patrick Legacy Award at the Green + Gold Gala on Saturday, March 2nd. The event, held at Local 399 Banquets, was catered by Stefani family-owned Inspired Catering & Events. In its 51st year, the Gala raised $400,000 to provide financial support to the young men who attend Saint Patrick High School.
Special Thanks To Our 2019 Sponsors: Gold Phil ’68 and Karen Stefani Silver Jim ’78 and Gina Labuz Bronze Douglas and Grace Fox Lewis University —Dr. David Livingston, President Brass Hyatt Regency Chicago —Patrick Donelly KeHe Food Distributors Mike ’84 and Sharyl Mackey Michael ’86 and Karen O’Rourke Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits
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Shamrock Chicago Beverage Systems, LLC Ivo and Denise Cozzini Edward Don & Company GNP Realty Partners —Dean ’80 and Vasi Kutrumanes Kent Realty, LLC SENB Bank Pederson & Haupt Promotional Janet Davies Media RobertViola Partners In-Kind Gale Street Inn —George Karzas Mullarkey Distributors —Joseph Mullarkey Family Pickens-Kane Moving & Storage —Jim Munroe ’75
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52nd Shamrock Green & Gold Gala
Saturday March 7, 2020
Local 399 Banquets
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31st Annual Shamrock Golf Outing raises over $100,000 for Tuition Assistance Program The 31st Annual Shamrock Golf Outing was held on June 10th at Ridgemoor Country Club. The event raised over $100,000 for the school’s Tuition Assistance Program, including $3,245 generously donated back in tips by the caddies, all of whom were current Shamrocks or graduates of St. Pat’s.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Event Sponsor The Giovannetti Family —Ettore & Laura
Sabella & Graham —Marty Graham ’76
Eagle Sponsors Alliant/Mesirow —Mike Mackey ’84 Mid-States Glass and Metal, Inc.—Jim Labuz ’78 Birdie Sponsors Signature Bank —Michael O’Rourke ’86
Weldy Lamont Associates — Dennis Lamont ’59 Manicke Service Station Selden Fox, Ltd. BMO Harris—Jim Bucaro ’76 Chicago Beverage Systems —James Doney The Colletti Family—Nick ’72, Steve ’73 & Dominic ’79
Pickens Kane —Jim Munroe ’75 Joseph Mullarkey Distributors Pioneer Tavern Group —Dan McCarthy ’88
Corporate Graphics of America Friends of Ron Kapolnek Digital Destination (The Gibbons Family)—Riley ’21
Bordes Families —Mike ’79 & Ken ’80
Gibbons Funeral Home The Platt Family—Marty ’03, Jimmy ’08
Marino Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Flood Brothers—Bob Flood
Halfway House Sponsors PRIMEdge —Ivo Cozzini
Tee Box Sponsors Saint Patrick Soccer —Kyle McClure
Wight & Company —Patrick Cermak
Amish Custom Kitchens — Steve Bailey ’79
Quest Food Management Services —Mike McTaggart
Gordon and Pikarski Attorneys Zoning & Real Estate Taxation
Clubhouse Sponsor
John J. Pikarski ’60
Allstate Insurance —Pete Fernandez ’92
Bob-O-Rino’s Submarines Vince Clemente ’75
Alderman Gilbert Villegas —36th Ward
Unforgettable Edibles Law Office of Patrick J. Mayerbock ’02
1-Hole Sponsors DeMarco Sciaccotta Wilkens Dunleavy, LLP—Rick Wilkens ’82 & Joe DeMarco ’91
River Cafe & Bar —George Vitzileos ’08 & Jim Marchese ’85 Trinity High School Sutherlands Foods & Spirits
1st Place Foursome Mike Maher Tim Orbon Michael Donovan Michael Donovan ’19 2nd Place Foursome John Labuz ’73 Teddy Kon ’11 Brian Lacrosse Mark Kon
Closest to the Pin Tom Schenfeld
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Mark Ellsworth ’80 Longest Drive Pat Levar ’95
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Jeff Ardito ’87, Vice President of Institutional Advancement
S H A M R O C K N AT I O N , I sure hope this edition of our magazine finds you and your family enjoying the summer season with family and friends. This time of year is particularly exciting as we begin another school year filled with so much anticipation. Our school continues to flourish with our academic and extracurricular programs centered around serving our young men in the Lasallian charism while preparing them for college and other life pursuits.
To be exact, we are beginning our 159th school year as we remain the oldest allmale Catholic high school in Chicago. We are thrilled to welcome our students back and look to a very rewarding year in so many ways. We are fortunate to remain very relevant and needed on the northwest side of Chicago despite the many economic challenges that private education faces. The generosity of our benefactors combined with the dedication of our faculty/
administration/staff enable our school to meet the demands of a 21st century education. Our young men continue to be taught with the values and teachings of the Christian Brothers while being formed, as always, to continue to become positive contributors to the world. Please enjoy the remainder of summer and if you haven’t visited the Home of the Shamrocks in a while please consider doing so. If you would like to schedule a visit, please call me at 773-282-9563 and I would be more than happy to take you around the campus. Shamrock Pride,
JEFF ARDITO ’87
Henry Schueler 41 & 9 Foundation Scholarship featured at 16th Annual Benefactors Luncheon
On Friday, April 26, Saint Patrick High School hosted its 16th Annual Benefactors Luncheon, an event that allows donors to the Tuition Assistance Program an opportunity to meet the students they support. At this year’s luncheon, Matthew Schueler, who started the Henry Schueler 41 & 9 Foundation in loving memory of his son Henry (“Hank”) Schueler, a freshman at Saint Patrick High School in December 2017 when he lost his battle to an infection caused by acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), and Xavier Saldana ’19, a recipient of the foundation’s scholarship, were the speakers.
Saldana said he was honored and blessed to receive the scholarship. “It was a great privilege to represent, not only a fellow Shamrock, but a brother.” Past recipients of the Henry Schueler 41 & 9 Scholarship include: Dennis Lemke ’11 (University of Illinois), Walter Escobar ’13 (Northwestern University), Marcelo Tanon ’15, who played baseball at Cornell College and Luis Rivera ’17 who joined the U.S. Armed Forces upon graduation from Saint Patrick.
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Kuhn ’47 receives prestigious Silver Cross Award Alexander (Babe) Kuhn ’47, and his wife Shirley, who have generously donated over $100,000 since 2013, were presented with the Silver Cross Award. The Silver Cross Award, given to our most loyal benefactors, recognizes individuals for their exemplary generosity and commitment to the LaSallian ideals at Saint Patrick High School. The Kuhns are the 33rd recipients of the prestigious award.
St. John Baptist De La Salle Society allows donors to “sponsor” a Shamrock The St. John Baptist De La Salle Society embodies the foundation of donor support for our Lasallian mission as we remain dedicated to assisting students and their families with financial aid. Donors at this level ($1,500 or more per year) are matched with a student receiving tuition assistance allowing them the opportunity to support the mission of the Christian Brothers by transforming the life of a Shamrock. Each member of the St. John Baptist De La Salle Society receives correspondence from their sponsored student throughout the school year and an invitation to attend the Benefactors Luncheon in April. This program has been extremely rewarding for the nearly 200 donors who participated in the 2018-19 school year, and we invite you to become a part of this special group! For more information, contact Jeff Ardito ’87, Vice President of Institutional Advancement, at 773.282.9563 or jardito@stpatrick.org.
Shamrock Reunions Class of 1959 60th Class Reunion
Saturday, September 7
Class of 1969 50th Class Reunion Saturday, September 28
2019 All-Inclusive Class Reunion/Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Honoring the Classes of ’49, ’54, ’64, ’74, ’79, ’84, ’89, ’94 (25-year reunion), ’99, ’04, ’09 (10-year reunion) and ’14 Saturday, November 9 All Fall Reunions will be held at Saint Patrick High School For more information, contact Gary M. Santella ’72, Director of Alumni Relations & Planned Giving, at gsantella@stpatrick.org or 773.282.8844, ext. 224.
Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Green & Gold Gala Kick-Off Party Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Gale Street Inn 4914 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago, IL
Standout Student 2019 Ismael Perez
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Keeping Up with the Shamrocks Dr. Thomas A. Staner, Jr. ’62 (Birmingham, AL) is a Professor of Neurosurgery at University of Alabama Hospitals, seeing a wide variety of brain and complex spine conditions. He left private practice three years ago and has enjoyed the University association which is amalgamated with his Greystone Neuroscience Center (having recently installed a new 3T MRI). He expects to do some traveling throughout parts of Europe including Russia, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn, Amsterdam, Brugge (Bruges), London and Ireland … his attempt at do not go gentle into that good night. Michael W. Lynn ’68 (Naperville, IL) spent 45 successful years in advertising before deciding to pursue something that would allow him to blend teaching with one of his lifelong interests, The Twilight Zone, and began a series of Adult Continuing Ed lectures on how the creative elements of the original Twilight Zone series contributed to the message and impact of various episodes on baby boomers. He is having a great time with it. He is also pursuing some small business opportunities with Twilight Zone related materials and creative ideas relative to Rod Serling’s life and the 50’s and 60’s. He said his years at St. Pat’s were some of the best and he fondly remembers many classmates and teachers. Robert W. Brandstatter ’69 (Addison, IL) is still in dental practice with Dr. Joseph Thornhill ’74 at Associates for General Dentistry in Chicago. James R. Class ’69 (Boerne, TX) and his wife, Mary Esther, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in December 2018. They have two daughters and four
Standout Student 2019 Samuel Perez
College: Loyola University Chicago Elementary School: St. Pascal
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grandchildren under the age of six. After a successful and rewarding career in commercial lending representing Bank of America, Capital One and Sun Trust, he formed Sabbatical Capital to consult with banks, corporations, family offices and private equity firms. They reside near their grandchildren. He is an aspiring golfer taking lessons at 65! He said all of life’s blessings have exceeded the disappointments. Paul A. Hodolitz ’69 (Streamwood, IL) retired this past February after working in the banking industry for 45 years. Thomas J. Howard ’69 (Vernon Hills, IL) retired as Accounting Manager after 33 years at TTX Company in Chicago. He is enjoying life. Michael J. Joyce ’69 (Ponte Vedra Beach, FL) is currently the Medical Director of the Blood and Marrow Transplantation Program of Mayo Clinic, Nemours Subspecialty Clinic and Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. His specialty is Pediatric Hematology Oncology. He is looking forward to seeing his classmates at the 50th Class Reunion in September! John M. McCann ’69 (Park Ridge, IL) is very thankful for enjoying one very FUN 50-year run, the last 38 with his wife, Janeen. They have a son, two daughters, and three grandchildren. They find retirement underrated as they continue the fun, often with Shamrock classmates Nick Rosa and Dr. Chris Rose. Kevin M. McCann ’69 (Chicago, IL) was inducted into the DePaul Athletics Hall of Fame as the recipient of the Dr. Robert Hamilton Special Award in February for his devout and unrelenting dedication to DePaul’s Blue Demons. John S. Prill ’69 (Newport, OR) retired to the relatively small town of Newport after living for 35 years in San Jose, California and working at the same camera store in Palo Alto for 30 years. He lives right on the coast in the smallest town he has ever lived in and is really enjoying the retired life in a beautiful and quiet place.
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Michael J. Spooner ’69 (Charleston, SC) is a retired U.S. Navy Veteran, Machinist Mate Chief Petty Officer, serving mainly on two submarines. He has two children and one grandchild. He is a counselor for Camp Happy Days, an organization supporting children with cancer, working in the woodworking area. He has received the Silver Beaver Award from the Boy Scouts of America, the District Award of Merit from the Kiawah District BSA, and Wood Badge Award from BSA. In addition, he received the Bronze Pelican Award and the St. George Medal from the National Catholic Committee on Scouting. He is a Past Grand Knight of the Rev. John Egan Council 10334 in Charleston and is currently treasurer to the council. He is a 4th Degree Sir Knight P.N. Lynch Assembly Knights of Columbus. He worked as a maintenance man and sacristan for 18 years at St. Joseph Catholic Church. He is currently a Sales Associate and Community Outreach Director for Home Depot. Robert S. Straz ’69 (Palos Heights, IL) has been the Mayor of Palos Heights for the past 18 years. Thomas L. Wilczewski ’69 (Madison, WI) has been living in Wisconsin for over 40 years, 32 of which were in Madison. He retired in 2014 and his hobbies include fishing, bowling and metal detecting. He and his wife, Betty, have three children and three grandchildren. He is still a Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks fan and watches them whenever possible. He hates the Packers but follows the Badgers! Randy L. Howell, Sr. ’74 (Lakemoor, IL) and his wife celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in October 2018. They have four sons and their first grandchild is on the way! John D. Serrano ’89 (Buffalo Grove, IL) is an Internal Communications Systems Consultant for Advocate Aurora Healthcare. He is engaged to be married to Melissa Solomon in October.
Deceased Alumni The Saint Patrick community extends its deepest sympathy to the families of deceased alumni and supporters. Please keep them in your prayers.
John Gajda ’86 (Raleigh, NC) fulfilled his dream of running the Boston Marathon and honored Saint Patrick High School in his Green and Gold. John also created a blog, where he talked about how much his days as a Shamrock and member of the Cross Country team mean to him, on Facebook entitled A 1986 Shamrock runs Boston 2019.
John Gajda
Michael R. Ray ’90 (Wauconda, IL) has worked overseas for many years as an electrician for the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, Russia, the U.S. Consulate in Guangzhou, China, the U.S. Consulate in St. Petersburg, Russia, the U.S. Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, and the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam. Juan C. Ramirez ’92 (Broken Arrow, OK) is the Director of RAN Operations for U.S. Cellular, the fifth largest wireless carrier in the United States. He has been with the company for over 20 years and is part of U.S. Cellular’s engineering organization. He currently oversees day-to-day operations of their wireless network. Otis C. Taylor ’95 (Chicago, IL) is Executive Director of Special Education for three Charter School districts (Betty Shabaz, Concept Belmont and Concept McKinley Park). In this position he is an advocate for every qualified student to receive the type of instruction and interventions required for quality education; collaborates with
Eugene E. Kuffel ’47 Thomas B. Clyne ’50 John J. Considine ’53 James J. Sampey ’53 Paul J. Kalowski ’59 Ronald C. Kostrewa ’59 Terrence A. Zarembka ’59 Allan E. Rembis ’63
Daniel L. Carzoli ’66 Martin C. Biezad ’68 John M. Jordan ’72 Richard A. Leopold ’72 Thomas A. Rozanski ’75 Jeffrey J. Gierek ’85 Thomas G. Dorgan ’87 Michael Bepis ’89 Thomas E. Moore ’89 Jeremy P. Cudal ’06 Mikolai W. Laszczewski ’14
district leaders in planning how to use Title One and IDEA funds; ensures state-mandated reports are submitted in a timely manner; partners with Compliance in managing grant administration/reporting; hires and supervises client teams that include psychologists, social workers, occupational/speech therapists and audiologists; evaluates special education faculty and resources at each of the three schools. He believes the academic and social emotional structures and supports at St. Pat’s gave him the ability to strive to be where he is today. Donte A. Hayes ’99 (Long Beach, CA) is now working as a Business Analyst III for the Port of Long Beach, one of America’s premier seaports and trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. He previously worked for several years as the Director of Compliance at Fox Rent-A-Car. He thanks St. Pat’s for all the tools he needed to achieve his goals in life, and he cherishes the skills learned at St. Pat’s. David L. Carta Jr. ’08 (Bolingbrook, IL) is Co-Founder and Coach of Knocks Basketball, Inc. He and his wife, Hannah, love to travel and are working on conquering seeing all 30 MLB Stadiums. He says he is still proud of the first two Regional Soccer Championships St. Pat’s won in 2006 and 2007! Killian Dempsey ’13 (Roswell, GA) graduated from Ave Maria University in May 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He is a Staff Accountant for Cox Automotive Corporation in Atlanta. His best news for 2018 is that he welcomed his first son into the world in October, Mason Lee Dempsey.
Isaac Moore
Isaac Moore ’15 (Chicago, IL), who graduated this May from Dominican University, was named Male Breakthrough Athlete of the Year. Isaac is also the first recipient of the Dominican University Athletics Diversity Award, an honor he was nominated for and voted by his peers to receive.
Standout Student 2019 Sean Moriarty
College: University of Iowa Elementary School: Saint Thecla
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MEMORIALS The following memorials and honorariums were given between November 1, 2018 and June 4, 2019 and directed to financial aid or the annual fund.
Memorials & Honorariums In Memory Of Memorials are a meaningful way to remember and pay tribute to a loved one who has passed away. Dr. Frank S. Baleiko ’60 Mr. Harry Hallowell Mr. James J. Barrett Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barrett Mr. James P. Conroy Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Jungblut Mr. William F. McHugh ’58
Mr. Kevin T. Flanagan ’97 Mr. and Mrs. John Flanagan Mr. Thomas M. Hanrahan Mr. Edward McNaughton Mr. and Mrs. Donald F. Mullen Ms. Marguerite Tully Dr. Arthur N. Flodstrom ’60 Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Milburn ’60 Mr. Paul Galinski Br. David Galinski, F.S.C.
Mr. Larry Belcaster Mr. Larry R. Belcaster ’60
Mr. Ettore Giovannetti Mrs. Laura Giovannetti
Mr. Joseph G. Biggins ’73 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Windle ’74
Mr. Jerome M. Hanrahan Jr. ’63 Mr. Donald A. Kariolich ’63
Br. Richard Brady F.S.C. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Ozog ’83 Mr. Robert Briskey Ms. Nancy Briskey Brothers Fabian Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Driscoll ’54 Mr. James E. Bush ’58 Mr. William F. McHugh ’58 Mr. John Calhoun Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Calhoun ’71 Mr. Martin J. Coleman ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Windle ’74 Mr. Nickolas A. Daniels ’04 Mr. Erik J. Schwab ’04 Mr. William R. Donovan Mr. and Mrs. Michael Donovan Mr. John J. Dunne ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Windle ’74 Mr. Michael J. Dunne ’72 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Windle ’74 Mr. Gerald E. Dwyer ’50 Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee
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Mr. Ronald G. Kapolnek ’76 Mrs. Kathleen Rountree
Mr. Mikolai W. Laszczewski ’14 Ms. Linda Andrews Ms. Heather Dahlstrom Mr. Ryan Diener Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eifert Ms. Dolores Lambright Ms. Gail Ludewig Mr. Jaime Manjarez Ms. Colleen Nelson Mr. Joshua M. Oshinski Ms. Louise Pauly Ms. Jamie Peabody Ms. Shannon Tallon Mr. Thomas Venetis Ms. Debbie Wojciechowski Mr. Thomas J. Lavelle ’64 Mr. and Mrs. William E. Lavelle ’66
Mr. Richard C. Muller ’59 Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Ave Maria ’66 Mr. and Mrs. William A. Beckman ’92 Dr. and Mrs. Timothy A. Chrapkiewicz ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Sean E. Delahanty ’90 Mr. Ted J. Lobello ’59 Mr. and Mrs. George F. Opas Mr. and Mrs. Joseph I. Sana Mr. William J. Newton Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth W. Newton ’48 Mr. James P. O’Brien, Jr. Ms. Maureen Chelius
Mr. James W. Keating ’24 Mrs. Mary T. Keating
Dr. Ralph P. Leischner ’61 Mr. and Mrs. Arthur J. Briesch ’62
Mr. Thomas J. O’Connor ’67 Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. O’Connor ’96
Mr. Bryan Michael Keenan Honorable Douglas W. Kmiec ’69
Dr. and Mrs. William E. Petrando ’59
Mrs. Barbara Pagano Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas V. Pagano Jr. ’78
Mr. David L. Kelly ’66 Mr. and Ms. Robert L. Walters ’66 Mr. Terrence N. Kelly ’68 Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kelly ’67 Mr. Jack Kernan Mr. and Mrs. Doran J. Puckett ’61 Mr. William J. Kevil ’69 Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Kevil ’74 Mr. Thaddeus J. Kochanny ’53 Mr. and Mrs. John J. Considine ’53 Ms. Eileen Kochanny Mr. William F. Kochanny Mr. Chris Wojtaszek Mr. William D. Korney Jr. ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Windle ’74 Mr. Max Kurland Mr. and Mrs. Bernard J. Fleming ’55 Mr. and Ms. Michael S. Giambrone ’67 Mr. Thomas E. Kase ’64 Mr. and Mrs. Patrick T. Mullarkey Mr. and Mrs. Edmund F. Wisz ’67
Lt. John M. Leonard ’75 Mr. and Mrs. Terrence J. Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Bryan G. Curry Mr. and Mrs. John Fraser Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Gobat ’90 Mr. Paul Leone Mr. Steven J. Marcus Mr. Bijan Mohseni Mr. and Mrs. John R. Prangl ’70 Mr. Stuart Schultz Mr. Carlos A. Martinez ’68 Mr. and Mrs. John M. McCann ’69
Mr. Raymond J. Peifer ’45 Ms. Ann M. Peifer Mr. Quinlan Mr. and Mrs. Neil W. Ryan ’63 Mr. Rudolph *Rudy* Presslak Mrs. Eileen M. Bowery Mr. Sean J. Conneely ’16 Mr. and Mrs. Brian McGovern Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Ozog ’83 Stanley and Louisa Puczynski Dr. and Mrs. Mark S. Puczynski ’68
Mr. Michael P. McKeon ’60 Mrs. Nancy McKeon
Mr. Richard R. Rakoczy ’72 Mr. and Mrs. Mark E. Rakoczy ’69
Mr. Raymond F. Mickus ’57 Mrs. Sheila M. Mickus
Mr. John J. Reif ’58 Mrs. and Mr. Judy Narowski
Mr. Ed Morley Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Morley ’75
Mr. Frank G. Sabatino ’66 Mr. and Ms. Robert L. Walters ’66
Mr. Michael J. Mottram ’69 Mr. and Mrs. John M. McCann ’74
Mr. James J. Sampey ’53 Mrs. Margaret Sampey
Mr. John J. Mulcrone ’58 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Mulcrone Jr. ’68
Mr. Charles J. Schmidt Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Calhoun ’71 Mr. James D. Short ’44 Dr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Short ’77
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Mr. Jay P. Sorce ’61 Mr. Michael L. Figueroa ’61 Mr. Raymond J. Tonneman ’47 Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Kloska Mr. and Mrs. David A. Magnacca Mr. and Mrs. Daniel C. Tonneman Mr. Michael R. Tonneman Ms. Patricia Tonneman Ms. Josephine Warick Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Warick ’61 Mr. Robert J. Wilczek ’61 Ms. Shirley Pfenning
Board of Trustees Michael G. O’Rourke ’86 Chairman Gregory P. Josefowicz ’70 Vice Chairman Dr. Joseph G. Schmidt, AFSC President Mark J. Ellsworth ’80 Treasurer Mary P. Burns Secretary
In Honor Of Honorariums can be given to recognize a special friend, colleague, or loved one on an anniversary, birthday or other special occasion. Br. Konrad Diebold F.S.C. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis W. Lamont Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Mueller Ms. Judith Rice Ms. Mary Jo Rice Br. David Galinski F.S.C. Mr. John W. Cowley Br. Matthew Kotek Mr. and Mrs. Perry J. Morelli Mr. and Mrs. James F. Whitney
Alumni Board The purpose of the Saint Patrick Alumni Board shall be to organize and foster an alumni association to render assistance to the Lasallian mission and the students and alumni of Saint Patrick High School. This group provides invaluable support through their time and talent, as well as treasure. Please contact Dominic Angelo at dangelo@stpatrick.org to learn more.
Mr. Russell P. Lucas ’81 Mrs. Paula Penn Dr. Patrick J. Murphy ’60 Mr. and Mrs. Hugh S. McManus Br. Raymond Mr. and Mrs. Richard T. Gadomski Dr. Joseph Schmidt Mr. and Mrs. George Allie Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Calhoun Mr. Michael F. McGuinness Mr. Michael T. Trucco Mr. Lowell I. Stahl ’52 Mr. and Mrs. James Kaulentis Ms. Debra Yale Mr. Phil Stefani ’68 Mr. and Mrs. Michael Noonan
Institutional Advancement
Paul G. Benson ’79 Thomas W. Davies ’64 Brian P. DeGustino ’91 Michael Donovan Mark J. Doyle ’75 Br. Michael French, FSC Patrick Gaughan, ’83 Dr. Scott Kier James R. Labuz, Sr. ’78 Michael J. Mackey ’84 Kevin Mao Fr. Thomas Mulcrone Dr. Joseph Thornhill ’74 Richard Wilkens ’82
President Emeritus Brother Konrad Diebold, FSC
Officers Michael O’Neill ’08 President
Colm B. Mitchell ’08 Brian T. O’Connor ’05 Alexander R. Patt ’03 John R. Prangl ’70 James A. Rafferty ’72 Richard M. Ryan ’68 Paul Santucci ’97 Joseph J. Sartin ’89 Walter T. Schmit ’49 Tom Shallcross ’02 Daniel J. Short ’77 Thomas E. Staib ’77 Larry Sterczek ’77 Edward T. Sweeney ’01
Gary D. Santella ’72 Treasurer Members at Large Jeffrey B. Ardito ’87 Michael M. Bryant ’08 Thomas J. Brennan ’01 William B. Burns ’78 Scott Cruz ’95 Terrence M. Downes ’88 Timothy J. Ebrom ’06 John Egan ’09 Kevin Golden ’05 James R. Labuz Jr. ’02
Jeff Ardito ’87 Vice President, Institutional Advancement Patrick Duggan ’90 Director of Institutional Advancement & Donor Relations Patti Fabrizio Director of Special Events & Parent Relations Wendy Motino Benefactor Relations Associate Marybeth Nowak Advancement Assistant
Chairman Emeritus Lowell I. Stahl ’52 Trustees Emeritus Michael A. Christopoulos Honorable Daniel J. Pierce ’65
Matt O’Brien ’05 Director of Donor and Corporation/Foundation Relations John Prangl ’70 Director of Accounts Management Gary Santella ’72 Director of Alumni Relations & Planned Giving Jennifer Sloan Director of Communications
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UPCOMING EVENTS CLASS OF 2023 ORIENTATION/SERVICE DAY FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15 MONDAY, AUGUST 19
MASS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
PARENT BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
FRESHMAN MASS & BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK’S DAY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
VS. LEO AT TRITON COLLEGE
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