Spring 2021 Pius News by St. Pius X High School

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FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL A few weeks ago, I asked my grandson what he wanted for his upcoming birthday. He quickly told me that he wanted a “transformer!” I, with the interested goodness that only a grandmother can conjure, asked him why he wanted a transformer! He looked at me, with an exasperated sigh that only a five-year-old can muster, and proclaimed, “NoNo, Transformers do everything! They transform into something that makes everything and everyone better!” Are we as mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, grandmothers, grandfathers, teachers and students not called to be transformers — or perhaps, simply and deeply transformative — “doing everything, transforming into something that makes everything and everyone better?” And, if there was ever a year that called us to transformation — this past year was just that. The pages of Pius News take us back through the portal of the 2020-2021 school year — where everything was different. Transformation was, in a sense, forced upon us as living rooms, kitchens, dining rooms, and even bedrooms became classrooms. Classrooms became multi-dimensional as teachers simultaneously taught both inperson and on-line. Masks became a part of our every day uniform. As 2021 approached, a vaccine gave us hope that the pandemic that had plagued proms, graduations, spirit-filled stadiums, gyms, and theaters was close to an end. We, as a school and a family, were transformed into a community who were taught lessons about learning, relationships, change, resilience and strength. We, even while living with occasional and significant loss, saw lives transformed as our Seniors became graduates. Our Juniors, during their two separate Veritas Liturgies stood taller as they embraced the leadership of the school as Rising Seniors! A gym was transformed into a magical — albeit different — Senior Celebration complete with prom gowns and suits while faculty and staff served our students with joy and the often tiring realization that something good was happening! In the midst of mitigating the impact of this pandemic, we faced the realities of students

and teachers being quarantined, less than half of our students being on campus together for most of the year, and campus retreats and liturgies experienced in very different ways. The normal roar of our crowds was quieter and school spirit faltered. But yet, because of the dedication of our faculty and staff and the resilience of our students and families, our students prevailed while playing on our fields and courts and performing on our stage. They celebrated their wins, mourned their losses, and took their bows always realizing that they were a part of a team and ensemble of classmates, friends — and Panthers. During graduation this year, we were called to not only be transformers, but to be open to transformation. Olivia McGuire, Class of 2021 Valedictorian, dared us to be wrong! She reminded her class that they had grown since their ninth grade year. She then implored them to be those transformative people — transforming and being transformed — as she so eloquently said, “Going forward, we have to take risks. We’ll only grow when we step outside our comfort zones and try something new. No matter what the future holds, don’t be afraid to make mistakes, learn from them, and dare to be wrong.” Jaden Porter, Class of 2021 Salutatorian, taking us on a ride of laughter and tears, reminded us of his proclamation in a speech during his ninth grade year. “I am not popular! I stated this phrase four years ago in a speech at the end of freshman year, and I reiterated here today because it was that crucial moment in which those words left my lips that my life changed in a way that only a class as magnificent as this one could have done for me.” Olivia and Jaden enhanced and changed our lives by their wisdom and gratitude. This young Veritas Woman and Veritas Man were transformed from nervous and awestruck freshmen into mission-filled, articulate, and inspirational graduates who simply made us better.

the hours were long — I was tested in ways I could never have imagined. But, we, as a school community and family, thrived together through formidable hurricanes and floods, freezing temperatures that robbed us of light and water, the maze of challenges brought about by a pandemic, and let’s not forget, the bright light of an Astros World Series win! And you, my Panther family, surrounded me with the spirit, support, love, wisdom, and enthusiasm that humbled my heart, sustained my soul, and continually filled me with an overwhelming sense of gratitude. You have been the “transformers” — those transformative people who have done it all. You have made everyone and everything better! You, Veritas Men and Women, have made me better; you have changed me for good! It has been an honor. Thank you! As St. Pius X High School moves into its next chapter of life filled with the goodness and excitement of transformation — I am pleased to introduce your next Head of School, Mr. Daniel P. Martinez. Mr. Martinez is a remarkable man and leader. He is faith-filled, creative, and energetic. I know that he will lead you well and I know that he is the right person to take the Panther Family forward. I know that you, Panthers, will welcome and embrace him. I know that your generosity of spirit will surround and sustain him. Welcome home, Daniel!! And, one last time, with my deepest love…. In Veritas,

Carmen Garrett Armistead

As I write my final letter as the Head of School at St. Pius X High School, I am truly filled with more emotions that I could have ever anticipated five years ago. The work was hard, STPIUSX.ORG

John T. McMahon Teaching Scholarship Recipient The fifteenth John McMahon teaching chair recipient, Sr. Kelly Biddle, O.P., is a person of character, compassion, and candor. Sr. Kelly is a student favorite, a parent favorite, and a faculty favorite. She is known for teaching young men and women a challenging curriculum, underscored, always, through a lens of faith.

with students, while promoting critical thinking and enhancing her students’ love of learning. Her ability to self-reflect upon her own effectiveness – to design and re-design lessons to meet the various learning needs of her students – is one reason this teacher can be called a true guide and mentor for learning.

Armed with an exuberant and contagious laugh and profound wisdom, Sr. Kelly’s success lies in the ability to generate enthusiasm for her subject and her lessons. She is a positive force, not only in the lives of students, but also in the lives of the entire St. Pius X community. She possesses the priceless gift of dynamically engaging

In Sr. Kelly’s employment file, this statement was written in the cover letter that she attached to her application to teach at St. Pius X High School, “In my courses, I get to see students come alive with curiosity and awe at the unfurling of the natural world. I try to instill in them an appreciation for the magnificent creation we have been gifted

with and must strive to protect. If they leave my class a little more aware, a little more curious, and a little more respectful, then I know I have done my job.” She has done her job well; she inspires as she teaches – gently and wondrously living the mission from which all of our work springs. Sr. Kelly reminded us once, “We Dominicans have always found our calm, our center, in study, we find our strength in community, our hope in prayer, our call in preaching, – but we always return to rest in our studies.” Whether dissecting fetal pigs or crawfish, or explaining the intricate workings of cell reproduction and genetics, Sr. Kelly somehow manages to capture the minds and hearts of those who are blessed to call her teacher. She builds community, by her faithful presence. Wherever her students are, she will be – at football, basketball, soccer, rugby, softball, and lacrosse games – at musicals, plays, concerts and talent shows – proms and project proms! And, when not with students you will find her with her colleagues being crowned the master of trivia (and really all games) – or indulging her gambling fantasy with her family at SPX Casino Nights – and, then, in her spare time, she is a maker of rosaries and afghans reeling in the highest bidders for the SPX Gala! For the past five years at St. Pius X High School, students have called her awesome. We all have called her extraordinary; the teacher who transforms lives. This exceptional woman and teacher has made St. Pius X High School a better place because she has been one of us. Sr. Kelly Biddle’s infectious laughter, thoughtful commentary, keen insight, and gentle guidance will be profoundly missed as she travels into the next chapter and ministry of her life as a Dominican Sister of Houston.

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Valedictorian - Olivia McGuire

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Salutatorian - Jaden Porter

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SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS 1. Booster Club Scholarship (l-r): Sydney Shupak, Booster Club President Margo Wall and Nathan Gonzales

6. Mason Ott Scholarship (l-r): Counseling Director Jennifer Bucciero Boyles and Sydnee Smith

2. Greater Heights Chamber of Commerce Scholarship (l-r): Isabela Guthrie, Agnes Wirawan, Madison Shindler, Jacob Phillips and Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

(Page 10) 7. Del Sarto Awards (l-r): Dean of Students Jerry Hornsby, Isabela Guthrie, John Mason Jefferson, Principal Rachel Ware and Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

3. Parents Association Scholarship (l-r): Hannah Sebesta and Parents Association Member Roberta Konicki 4. Powell Learning for Success Scholarship (l-r): Learning for Success Director Dr. Patrick Triplett, Mauro Cisneros

8. Mr. and Ms. Panther (l-r): Dean of Students Jerry Hornsby, Layan Baba, Jaden Porter, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead and Principal Rachel Ware

5. Matt Cusimano Rugby Scholarship (l-r): Jack Birbeck, Rugby Coach David Selby and David Sipes

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Underclass Scholarship Recipients

Palazzolo Memorial Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Vincent Palazzolo, Juan Pablo Contreras '24, Foundation Board Member Pat Svrcek, Anna Cabrera '24, Jim Palazzolo, Johnston Pham '24, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

Class of 1968 Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Patti Beach Sherrill '68, Humphrey Hughes '68, Samuel Shipley '24, Linda Kappe Hughes '68, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

Sr. Lavergne Schwender, O.P. Endowed Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Foundation Board Member Pat Svrcek, Alexander Gutierrez '22, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

Allan Minar Endowed Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Adrian Kithas '24, Allan Minar, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

Standing Ovation Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Technical Director Angela Washenfelder, Dahlia Ruoss '22, Theatre Director John Magalhaes, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

Zinni Scholarship (l-r): Principal Rachel Ware, Samantha Fox '22, Head of School Carmen Garrett Armistead

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Beth Black Memorial Scholarship: Zachara Perkins '24

Carmen Garrett Armistead Endowed Scholarship: Heaven Gutierrez '24 STPIUSX.ORG

WINTER AND SPRING ATHLETIC RECAPS Girls Soccer SPX Girls Soccer went 15-3 this season, scoring 67 goals and losing to only two teams. First-year head coach, Laura Flores, was astounded by the team’s relentless effort regardless of the pandemic-induced circumstances. With a playoff spot on the line, Panthers guarded their home field with a decisive victory against Incarnate Word High School (San Antonio), 6-0, earning them the Area Championship title, before falling to Antonian, 2-0, in the regional round. All Academic All-State: Lora Tresco ‘21; First Team All-District: Margo Matula ‘23, Tresco; Second Team All-District: Carley Canon ‘23, Jackie Lesmeister ‘23.

best time of the season- Stephanie Birkelbach ‘23, Maddie Davis ‘23, Marissa Mason ‘23 and Ava Ceraudo ‘24. Boys 200 Medley Relay dropped over .20 seconds- Matthew Pearsall ‘22, Rafael Portillo ‘22, Chris Cano ‘21 and Matthew Mason ‘21. Boys 200 Freestyle Relay dropped over .29 seconds- Cano, Matthew Mason, Sean Alexander ‘21, and Pearsall. Personal best times by: Birkelbach - 2nd overall- 5:18.41- broke own school record; 4th overall-2:17.95-broke own school record Ceraudo - 4th overall-1:12.10-broke school record; 5th overall

Boys Soccer SPX Boys Soccer ended the regular season with an exciting come from behind 3-2 win against district opponent Concordia Lutheran, landing them 5th in district. The team advanced to the bi-district round of playoffs, falling 1-0 to St. Dominic Savio (Austin). Throughout the season, a number of players were challenged with learning new positions quickly due to injuries plaguing the team. Head coach Nick Merricks ‘09 was extremely proud of how the team continued to grow and compete. Panthers graduated six seniors and look forward to a team filled with veteran players in the 2021-2022 season. Second Team All-State: David Yearwood ‘21; First Team All-District: Yearwood (No. 1 overall district goalkeeper); Second Team All-District: Parker Milligan ‘22, Kaid Nygren ‘22; Honorable Mention: Preston Kyle ‘24, Dylan Rizo ‘21, Juan Tello ‘23.

Swim SPX Swim did not let COVID-19 stand in their way. Instead, they worked to make their season great. The TAPPS state meet saw huge time drops for a number of Panthers and witnessed new school records. Girls 200 Freestyle Relay dropped and set a 2021 SPRING PIUS NEWS

and major players Nikita D’souza ‘21 and Alexis McGregor ‘21 will be missed as the team enters into the next season with most of its current players. First Team All-State: Zachara Perkins ’24; Academic All-State: Breelyn Sanborn ’22; First Team All-District: Perkins, Sanborn; Second Team All-District: Erica D’souza ‘23, Farren Donald-Wright ‘22.

Boys Basketball SPX Boys Basketball finished the season overall 10-10 with a district record of 2-3. The team went on to the state playoffs as a no. 4 seed where they fell to no. 1 seed and eventual state champions, Antonian Prep. Despite the loss in the playoffs, the future looks bright for the young team as they return most of their players along with three starters next year. The Panthers were led this season by guard Jason Johnson ‘21 who averaged 19.8 points and 3 rebounds per game. In addition to losing scoring power in their senior guard, the Panthers are also graduating a team leader in Mason Jefferson ‘21, who constantly set the tone for the team on the defensive end. The great contributions from Evan Narvaez ‘21 and Ricky Thomas Jr. ‘21 will also be missed as the team enters into the 2021-2022 season.

Girls Basketball The 2020-2021 season was one of the best seasons in recent history for SPX Girls Basketball. The team entered ranked 9th in the state and finished 8th- a first top-10 ranking for the program. They recorded wins against Duchesne Academy, The Kinkaid School and Concordia Lutheran for the first time in over 10 years. With a record of 12-9, the squad finished 3rd in district, earned the title of Area Champions in TAPPS, and made it to round three of the state playoffs. A lot of their success was owed to the SPX village backing them and encouraging them to keep building and growing. Team leaders

Second Team All-State: Johnson; First Team All-District: Johnson; Second Team All-District: Nathan Alvarez ‘24, Jackson Fazande ‘23.

Baseball The 2021 SPX Baseball season started hot with a big win against top ranked Woodlands Christian with a 17-9 route for the season opener. A modest record of 7-3 through the first ten games gave the Panthers some confidence moving into the remainder of the season. A 3rd place finish in district at 5-7 and overall record of 16-13 put the Panthers in the first round of TAPPS Division 1 playoffs against Antonian. The Panthers would fall short, losing 1-0, in a pitcher duel.

SPX Baseball grew in numbers at 52 players and hosting three teams for the season. Austin Hunter ‘21, Jack Herzog ’21 and Tregan Hyder ‘21 continued to be a force in leadership and mentorship for the program.

Girls Lacrosse team had nothing to lose and everything to gain. The team finished District play 5-3 and earned the 4th seed.

First Team All-State: Kyle Winkler ’22; Honorable Mention All-State: Hyder; Academic All-State: Herzog, Hunter, Winkler; First Team All-District: Casan Evans ‘24, Hyder, Winkler; Second Team All-District: Austin Brown ‘23, Trent Caram ‘22, Herzog, Hunter; Honorable Mention AllDistrict: Carson Hintz ‘22, Jackson Mobley ‘23.

Third Team All-District: Gabriela Martinez Botini ‘21 (11th Place) and Sofia Ordaz ‘23 (15th Place)

Rugby The 2021 SPX Rugby season began with high expectations based on recent history balanced with the knowledge that this would be a learning season as 10 first-year players were added to the team.

Boys Lacrosse After losing the 2020 season to COVID19, SPX Boys Lacrosse was excited to get the chance to compete again. The Panthers performed with great skill throughout the spring of 2021 to finish the regular season 7-6 overall and 3-1 in district play. From the beginning of the season, the Panthers looked to compete against teams in higher divisions to gain valuable game experience and push to be the best possible team. The 2021 squad looked to power forward Christopher Dang ‘21 and Matthew Wimberley ‘21, alongside a large junior class. The boys faced an upset in the 2021 playoffs with a 10-8 loss to Concordia Lutheran in the district semifinals. Despite the loss, the journey has continued for the Panthers. The 2021 campaign saw some excellent team and individual performances, including goalie Pierce Hays ‘22 and the defense giving up only one goal in a game (twice). Kaid Nygren ‘22 also tied the SPX record for goals in a single game (7). The success of this season can be seen in the number of boys selected for end-of-season honors. All-State: Michael Carr ‘24, Dang, Hays, Nygren, Cooper Starnes ‘24; All-District: Nate Irvin ‘22, Max Martinez ‘22, Carson Payne ‘24, Reed Pollard ‘22; Honorable Mention: Jaxsten Benys ‘22, and Connor Thorson ‘23, Wimberley.

Girls Lacrosse Finishing the 2019 season 1-7 and having the next season truncated, the 2021 SPX

The girls team tied for 3rd at district which was held at Beaumont Country Club. In losing the tiebreaker, they officially finished 4th and punched their ticket to regionals for the first time in years. The boys closed out their season finishing 5th, one place out of advancing.

The highlight of the season was playing number one seed, Stratford, who was unbeaten in district play. Within minutes, Stratford was up by 3 goals. The girls took the team into an unexpected overtime, eventually losing 13-14.

The boys earned a hard-fought win against Lamar High School followed by a last-second loss to St. Thomas High School. By season’s end, the Panthers found themselves ranked no. 21 in the nation by a highly regarded national high school rugby rating service. Houston Sabercats U18 Team Selections: Burke Battenfield ‘22, Max Bright ‘22, Michael Fite ‘22, Alex Gutierrez ‘22.

Progressing onto quarter final play, the team hosted Awty, beating them 13-9. They met Stratford once more in the Division 2 Area City Semi Finals, resulting in a 6-17 loss. All-State: Makenna Capitaine ‘21, Alex Konicki ‘22, Jackie Lesmeister ‘23, Kayla Pesek ‘21; All-District: Maya Cortez ‘22, Abby Konicki ‘22.

Golf The 2021 spring golf season started out with the big freeze, but as the weather warmed up, so did the Panthers. They improved every week heading into the district tournament. The highlight of the season was the fine showing for both girls and boys teams at the Frassatti tournament held at Windrose Golf Club on April 13. The ladies took the championship on the girls’ side and the boys finished 2nd. An outstanding individual performance was turned in by Evan Covington ‘24 who shot an amazing score of 75. This was the final tune-up before the following week’s district tournament.

Softball SPX Softball was on fire all season long, landing the title of undefeated District Champions (10-0). Led by Emily Dear ‘21, Jennifer Schmalz ‘21 STPIUSX.ORG

ATHLETIC RECAPS (cont.) and Victoria Hunter ’23, the Panthers upheld a 20-10 overall record, outscoring opponents 305-121. Thirteen wins were won by way of run rule. Half of the losses came down to a point differential. Notable victories were had against Incarnate Word (15-0, 11-1), St. Agnes (9-4, 4-2), and Lutheran South (13-1). The squad closed out the season with a ninegame winning streak, dominating opponents 143-9, before falling to Antonian, 6-10, in the regional round of playoffs. All-State First Team: Dear, Hunter. All-State Second Team: Schmalz. All-State Honorable Mention: Brooke Landry ‘24, Olivia McGee ‘22. All-State Academic: Dear, Schmalz, Lora Tresco ‘21. All-District First Team: Dear, Hunter, Landry, Schmalz. All-District Second Team: Emily Erwin ‘24, Samantha Fox ‘22, Alexis McGregor ‘21, Tresco. Honorable Mention: Franny Rapp ‘21.

Tennis Tennis experienced an exciting season of growth and performance in 2021. The Panthers competed well with solid improvement across all lines and victories on both the boys and girls sides against most schools in the pre-district season. Heading

into the district tournament in late March, Jefferson Page ‘22 was undefeated. Panthers fought hard in the district tournament with first round wins by freshman Granger Bering-James ‘24 and Page. Bering-James was defeated in the second round in a nail-biter 3rd set tiebreaker against Concordia Lutheran, while Page continued his winning streak culminating in a district tournament title and a state tournament invitation in April in Waco. He went on to win his first-round match in the state tournament before falling in the second round in a hard fought 3rd set tiebreaker.

they competed at the regional meet, the guys finished 5th in the 4X200 relay, 5th in the 400M, and 4th in the 100M. Loolo qualified for state in the 100M finished 4th overall. The girls made a run at the state meet. They set personal records in both running and field events throughout the season. Brianna Espinoza ‘23, Anna Bordas ‘23, Jackie Lesmiester ‘23 and Athena Atkinson ‘24 qualified for regionals in the 4X200 relay. Espinoza qualified in the 100M. After a stellar performance at regionals which resulted in an injury, the relay team advanced to state with Oluyemisi Bolarin ‘23 in for Espinoza.

Track & Field The Track & Field team pushed and worked hard to achieve their goals for district, regional and state meets. As a result, every member of team set personal records, breaking their previous set records, and came home with medals. Boys had a solid showing at the district meet, qualifying for the regional meet in the 4X200 relay with Mason Jefferson ‘21, Nethaneel Loolo ‘23, Phillip Mitchell ‘21 and Cale Skinner ‘23, the 100M with Loolo, and the 400M with Olusegun Bolarin ‘21. As

SIGNING ATHLETES Undra Ferrow, Benedictine University – Football Evan Narvaez, McPherson College – Football Juan Reyes, Benedictine University – Football Ricky Thomas, Benedictine University – Football Carson Rodgers, Texas Wesleyan University – Baseball/Football (not pictured)

HALL OF FAME HONOREES The SPX Hall of Fame honor is granted to one outstanding male and one outstanding female athlete. Honorees must play two or more sports throughout their four years at St. Pius X, achieve academic excellence and exemplify strong character and leadership qualities. This year, the honor was presented to Mason Jefferson '21 and Lora Tresco '21. 2021 SPRING PIUS NEWS

WISHING THE '21 RETIREES ALL THE BEST

Carmen Garrett Armistead Head of School 2016-2021

Patrick Flannery Director of Technology 1998-2021

Ronald George Director of Finance 2016-2021

Denise Hyland Receivables Administrator 2010-2021

GALA SPARKS GENEROSITY IN ST. PIUS X COMMUNITY in the middle of a global pandemic, Konicki, Guthrie and all the volunteers made sure guests were treated to stellar silent, big board and live auction items, delicious signature drinks, and a plentiful wine and whiskey pull. The ice portion of the fire and ice gala theme was on full display when guests were treated to a special live ice carving show performed by Houston’s own renowned ice sculptor, Rev. Butter.

After nearly a year of lockdown and COVID protocols, the annual St. Pius X High School Foundation Gala ignited much excitement with Veritas Fire and Ice on May 8 at the Bayou City Event Center. The SPX community came together to celebrate Del Sarto Humanitarian Award recipients, Elizabeth and Brad Edwards’ (Cooper ‘20, Anne-Claire ‘22) far reaching and impactful support of St. Pius X High School. The event grossed more than $465,000 to benefit the St. Pius X High School Foundation, the second highest grossing gala in the more than 25year tradition. The red-hot evening was the brainchild of event chairs Roberta Konicki (Abby '22, Alex '22) and Kristin Guthrie (Gaby '11, Estefania '16, Isabela '21) who along with more than 20 current parent volunteers, orchestrated an unforgettable night! Despite planning a gala

Highlights of the evening included spirted bidding for a Thanksgiving trip to Hawaii and a tropical getaway to Belize. And, thanks to the generosity of auction item package donors, these once in a lifetime trips were sold multiple times which resulted in more money raised to benefit the Foundation. Once the business of raising money was done, the evening really got going when guests packed the dancefloor to groove to the sounds of Horizon. And just when guests thought the evening could not get any better,

they were treated to a late-night snack of breakfast tacos that provided just enough energy to make it to the last song. Many thanks to the 2021 Gala Chairs: Roberta Konicki - Gala Co-Chair Kristin Guthrie - Gala Co-Chair Kristi Benys - Decorations Chair Jodi Cortez - Logistics Chair Libby Covington - Invitations Chair Beth Culver - Silent Auction Co-Chair Jill Davis - Silent Auction Co-Chair Kim Coufal Evans ‘90 - Live, Big Board, Raffle Chair Jan Stidham - Underwriting Co-Chair Andy Tomczeszyn ‘89 - Wine Pull Chair Jessica Wolf - Underwriting Co-Chair And Volunteers: Rebecca Bollom Amy Cunningham Scott Cunningham Jodi Diamond Helen Ephrem Amy Finger Denise Hanson Kelly Matula Nicki Pampell Tracey Prince Carlie Richard Melissa Santiago Luna Selvy STPIUSX.ORG

'89 GRAD SHATTERING GLASS CEILING WITH LESSONS LEARNED AT SPX excelled – she placed first in regionals and second at nationals. After graduating from UT, she went to Saint Mary’s University’s School of Law. After earning her law degree, Tamez’ first “real job as a lawyer” was with the U.S. Department of Labor, where she served as a prosecutor, defending and advocating for the rights of employees and workers. She next moved to in-house corporate counsel for Mary Kay Inc where she managed Labor & Employment for the company’s 35 international subsidiaries. “It was about the empowerment of women all over the world as entrepreneurs.” Raquel Tamez ‘89 was captain of the Pantherettes her sophomore year at SPX. She was co-captain of the cheerleading squad her junior year, and captain her senior year. She was president of the National Honor Society and class salutatorian. Taking charge and leading is clearly something that is an integral part of Tamez’ life. Currently serving as the Chief Inclusion and Engagement Officer for Charles River Associates International, a global consulting firm, Tamez continues to demonstrate her leadership abilities outside the walls of SPX. She attributes part of her successful climb up the corporate ladder to the many leadership opportunities and the lessons she learned at SPX, which also instilled in her, a passion for life-long learning. “The good study habits I learned and taking advanced courses at St. Pius X helped me place out of several classes [in college].” She attended the University of Texas and majored in government with a double minor of business and Spanish. “A lot of people probably don’t know that I walked on to the UT powerlifting team.” Where she also 2021 SPRING PIUS NEWS

After Mary Kay Inc., Tamez spent several years managing global litigation for two large, publicly traded technology outsourcing companies. First at ACS, a XEROX company as a Vice President and Corporate Counsel and then at CSC as Deputy General Counsel. After CSC, Raquel made her first move to nonprofit when she became the Chief Legal Officer of SourceAmerica. Three years later, Tamez made the decision to put her legal license on hold to serve as the CEO of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. “I was sort of at the peak of my legal career. I could do more of the same just for bigger organizations, but here was this opportunity to give back to the Hispanic Community. SHPE is all about educating and empowering Hispanics in STEM through mentorship, scholarship, leadership and professional development, and career support services. All those things throughout my life and career that set me up for success.”

Tamez stated that her desire to serve others began in middle school at Seton Catholic Junior High, but was cemented at St. Pius X. “It has been my personal mission – a passion and steadfast commitment – to be in service to others. It wasn’t all mapped out, but looking back at my life and career, it has always been mission-oriented.” In June 2021, Tamez made her most recent career move from CEO of SHPE to her new role as the Chief Inclusion and Engagement Officer at CRA. Tamez will continue to advocate for Hispanics in STEM but her new-found passion is to increase diversity in the field of economics. “Since starting with CRA, I’ve learned that there is even less diversity in economics than in STEM. I want to do my part to be a part of the solution.” Tamez attributes her career success to her upbringing and the values instilled in her by her parents, but also, the life lessons she learned from her time at St. Pius X. One lesson in particular: be open and honest with people. She admits, “I don’t always come across as ‘warm and fuzzy’. I don’t sugar-coat. You don’t ever have to read between the lines or guess where I’m coming from; I’m going to be forthright and direct. People know where I stand and where they stand with me. At the end of the day, I think folks appreciate my candor.” “I still use one of Sr. Therese Warden’s sayings, ‘Say what you mean and mean what you say. And when in doubt, draw.’ I like to think I’m a straight shooter because of Sr. Therese.” Tamez explained that integrity and this sense of transparency have become a part of her leadership brand. These values have played a large role in Tamez’ career path and how she defines herself and navigates life. Prior to her work with the Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers, she said she was called a “feisty Latina”, but not as a compliment. She had to do some soul searching regarding the comment as it left

was a migrant farmworker.” At 97-yearsold, Tamez says he is one of the smartest and wisest people she knows, and that his dry sense of humor is spot-on. “I’m so grateful to still have him in my life, but what makes him so amazing is that he always made me feel invincible.” Tamez spent a lot of time with Mrs. Bollom at SPX. Bollom was also involved with the Pantherettes and cheer, but she was also Tamez’s pre-calculus and calculus teacher. Tamez stated that Bollom helped her develop her personal statement for her scholarship essays, which secured funding for her to go to college. “She was my first true mentor. I will forever be grateful to her because she was such a positive influence on me; and helped set me up for success.” her stunned, speechless and grappling with its meaning. She had to decide if she was going to lean into being a feisty Latina or rewrite how she was perceived. She decided to do the former. “I thought about it, and I said ‘Heck yeah, I’m going to lean into being a feisty Latina. There’s nothing wrong with that. In fact, I’ve flipped the script. What was meant to be derogatory, I now use as fuel to empower myself and other women, especially young Latinas.” She says that it is important young people, especially young girls advocate for themselves, “but do it with grace and a dash of humility.” It is important for young girls to toot their own horn because no one else will do it. “There is power in words and how we label ourselves.”

Prior to her work with the Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers, she said she was called a “feisty Latina”, but not as a compliment. She had to do some soul searching regarding the comment as it left her stunned, speechless and grappling with its meaning. She had to decide if she was going to lean into being a feisty Latina or rewrite how she was perceived. She decided to do the former. “I thought about it, and I was like, ‘Heck yeah, I’m going to lean into being a feisty Latina. There’s nothing wrong with that.” She says that it is important young people, especially young girls advocate for themselves, “but do it with grace and a dash of humility.” It is important for young girls to toot their own horn because no one else will do it. “There is power in words and how we label ourselves.”

All of the time she puts in as a leader, mentor and advocate can catch up with Tamez. She likes to spend her down time alone, exercising, traveling, meditating or reading, or just decompressing with her most loyal companion – Owen, her great dane. Tamez has found her own secret recipe for success. She has found the way to balance her passions for life-long learning and a pursuit of social justice with her career and desire to succeed. St. Pius X is proud to call this accomplished, feisty Latina one of its own and cannot wait to see what she does next.

As Tamez has forged her career, she has also forged relationships as a mentor, colleague and leader. “Relationships are important; nurturing them is critical. I think sometimes we get caught up in trying to excel in school, our studies, our profession, and it is important to excel at what you do. But relationships are the currency of the workplace. So, yes, you should be excellent at what you do, but it’s important to nurture meaningful relationships as well.” A lot of her understanding as to the importance of relationships could come from the two most influential people in her life: her father, and her SPX teacher, Mrs. Bollom [Mrs. Susi Kapczynski West ‘69]. “My father is an immigrant from Mexico and

The award of Most Industrious was given to students at SPX who were recognized for their integrity, accomplishment, service and willingness to always do extra without complaint and with enthusiasm. STPIUSX.ORG

PANTHER'S PASSION PROJECT LAUNCHES FIRST SONG You may have seen many examples of creativity bloom in people all over the world as many found passion projects while quarantining during the COVID19 pandemic. Adam Konieczny ’12 is no different. Konieczny has been playing and making music since he was 14, but didn’t start singing until 25. While singing has been his passion since childhood, he was too shy to share his gifts with the world. It wasn’t until the pandemic began in 2020, when he started to seriously hone his craft of creating music in lyric and song. Through countless online videos he gained notice in the country music world and was awarded Country Underdog’s Non-Streaming Artist of the Year. It was this award that caused a spark in Konieczny.

Earlier this summer, he began recording in the studio and released his first country song titled “Movin On”, which is now available on all music platforms. Konieczny shared, “Music is my passion because it’s an escape from the craziness in the world. It’s something that keeps me going day-to-day, from listening to music, writing music, or simply playing music anywhere. It’s always around me-- even in my mind daily.” He credits his musical influences as George Strait, Randy Rogers Band, Parker McCollum, Cody Johnson and Turnpike Troubadours. Make sure to add this Panther crooner to your next playlist as he promises more material in the near future.

Pounding the Pavement Began at SPX Angie Sparacino Sandy '94 recently shared her national championship award with SPX and told the history of her running journey. “SPX is where my distance running career all started. My sophomore year, I remember approaching Coach Kubiak, our athletic director, along with a couple other track teammates, to ask him if we could start cross country at SPX. He agreed to let us start the program, and he served as our coach the first year. We actually coached ourselves, and he took us to the meets. I was the only female runner that year. It was a ton of fun, and allowed so many of us to experience what cross country and distance running were all about. After two years of cross country at SPX and four years competing in the 800 meter, mile, and two-mile races, I knew I wanted to run in college. I spoke with lots of coaches in Texas, but quickly realized the $300 book scholarship they were offering me would not be enough to pay for college. As the oldest of 10 children at the time (my youngest brother--the eleventh--was born my freshman year of college), my family could not afford to pay for college. One day, I received a call from Coach Jay Birmingham 2021 SPRING PIUS NEWS

at Dana College, a small liberal arts college, in Blair, Nebraska. He discovered me off of a postcard my mom had filled out saying I was interested in cross country and track at Dana. I competed in cross country and track for four years at Dana College. During my time there, I accomplished way more than I ever imagined, and learned a lot about distance running. I was a two time All-American in Track and Field in the marathon. In 1997, I won the NAIA National Marathon in 2:57.18. About 6:45 pace per mile. After college, I aimed my sights on qualifying for the Olympic Marathon Trials. In 1995, I needed to run a 2:50 to qualify. I ran a 2:55 at the Houston Marathon, and then went on to run a 2:52 at the Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, Minnesota. Being just two minutes shy of the 1996 qualifying time, I continued to train to qualify. Every 4 years, the Olympic committee sets a new qualifying standard, and I had to run 2:46 or better to qualify for the 2020 Trials race. My personal best for the marathon is 2:48 minutes. I have competed in many distance events in the United States, as well as in Greece, Turkey, Spain, and the Netherlands. Currently, I am training for ultrarunning

events. These are races that exceed marathon distance (26.2 miles). I have my goals set to compete at the 50K distance (31 miles) in the near future, and eventually work my way up to a 100-mile race. My husband, Ben, and I live and train at high altitude in Alamosa, Colorado. The opportunities I had during my time at St. Pius X have truly made a difference in my life. I was so blessed to have the chance to run for SPX and to experience a wonderful education. It makes my heart smile every time I read the SPX newsletter and get to see student athletes enjoying cross country and track.” Angie hopes that her story will continue to inspire students and help them realize that with hard work, they can go far.

RELAX CAMPAIGN COVERS SPX WITH ALUMNI PRIDE At St. Pius X High School, alumni giving is a vital part of everyday life. Investing in SPX is about more than simply giving back to your school. It’s about supporting a legacy of service, leadership and development of the individual person. This year’s Alumni Giving Campaign showed your commitment to our mission. Thanks to 146 supporters, we raised over $18,000 for the Alumni Tuition Assistance Fund. Your generosity is paving the way for current and future generations to know what it means to be a Panther. Thank you for sharing your pride and relaxing with SPX. In April, the St. Pius X Alumni Board of Directors presented the sixth annual Torchbearer of Truth Award to Mel Myers ’61 and +Vic Virgadamo ’60. The award was presented to Myers and the Virgadamo family during a school liturgy for students to witness an example of engaged and committed alumni who have given back to SPX and the greater community in their time, talent and treasure, and most importantly, the ultimate version of what it means to be a true Panther. Previous Torchbearer of Truth recipients include Pat McKenna ‘64, Gerald Schattle ‘69, John S. Parsley ‘80, Stan Jankowski ‘68, and Juliane “Juli” Phillips Crow ‘90.

Mel Myers '61, +Vic Virgadamo '60 Named Recipients of Torchbearer of Truth Award

Established in 2015, the Torchbearer of Truth distinguished alumni award is given to an SPX alumnus who serves as an outstanding example of the Four Pillars of the Dominican charism in both their chosen professions and their communities; who are leaders among their peers, exemplifying Veritas as well as Dominican social justice teachings; and who have given some measure of their time, talent or treasure to St. Pius X High School or their church.

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Alumni Easter

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SPX alumni families had a hoppin' good time at the annual Easter Egg Hunt! Everyone enjoyed food generously donated by Chickfil-A N. Loop 610 & Shepherd (Joe Glynn, Vanessa ’19), bubbles, chalk art, cotton candy and hunted over 1,500 eggs! Tiffani Palermo Gallatin '02 won the mega SPX Alumni Basket. If you missed out on the fun, we hope to see you next year!

SPX Alumni Lacrosse Game Hosted by Coach Carr, alumni from the classes of 2017-2020 showed current Panthers they can still teach them a thing or two. And, the current players reminded the alumni what it's like to have high school stamina. It was a fun day for all!

Daniel Cano ‘94 (uncle); David Cano ‘90 (father); Christopher Cano ’21; Diana Cano Matson ‘00 (aunt)

rebecca Crow ‘21; Juli Phillips Crow ‘90 (mother)

Wendy Prater Dear ‘82 (mother); Emily Dear ‘21

Virgil Herzog ‘61 (grandfather); John Herzog ‘21

Gerald Holik ’73; Cindy Schrader Holik ’73; Lucas Woods ’18; Sarah Woods ’23; Nathan Jacobs ’98; Jacque Woods Jacobs ’99; Jeremy Woods ’93; Kim Phillips Holik ’91; John Holik ’84; Jessica Woods Bodensteiner ’90; Gary Holik ’01; Edward Holik ’86; Benton Holik ’21; Anne Holik ’86; Matt Wissing ’78; Bailey Holik ’25; Veronica Wissing Tallerine ’81; Anthony Tallerine ’83; Mary Wissing Tallerine ’76; Frank Tallerine ’75; Edward Battenfield ’68; Elizabeth Holik Billnoski ’71; Rita Holik Battenfield ’68; Nicholas Woods ’24; Monica Sue Holik Yonkin ’76; Barbara Holik Woods ‘67

David Kallus ‘97 (uncle); Dennis Kallus ‘65 (grandfather); Emily Noelle Kallus ’21; Stephen Kallus ’91 (father); Daniel Kallus ‘89 (uncle)

Ava Kirkpatrick ’21; Phillip Kirkpatrick ‘80 (father)

Tom McGee ‘84 (father); Thomas McGee ’21; Abigail McGee ‘19 (sister)

Alexis McGregor ’21; Meghan McGregor ‘02 (mother)

Diane Meschwitz Sebesta ‘88 (mother); William Sebesta ‘19 (brother); Hannah Sebesta ’21; Denise Meschwitz Lloyd ‘84 (aunt); Colston Lloyd ‘17 (cousin)

Cheryl Schilhab Slaid ’90, (mother); McKenzie Slaid ’21; Angie Schilhab House ’85, (aunt)

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Betty Prejean Barrett '59, wife of Bobby Barrett '59

In Memoriam Anna Marie Bilao Linkhart '63, wife of Anthony Linkhart '61

Suzanne Seeberger Grosch '77, mother of Michelle Ryza '00, Matthew Ryza '03, Samantha Grosch '14, cousin of +Richard Willgus Jr. '62, Mary Willgus Parker '69, Frana Coker Mushinski '73, Cyndi Coker Cote '75, Tina Willgus Gorski '82 (Geoff Gorski '82), Keith Gorski '05, Kourtni Gorski Resnick '08

Eugene Hoepfl '59, brother of Linda Hoepfl Wischnewsky '65 and brother-in-law of Sr. Capt. Ronald Wischnewsky '65

Clifford Maduzia '63, brother of Gerald Maduzia '60

Larry Pavlock '77, husband of Sandy Pavlock '77

Barbara Madden Zgourides '59

Rodney Young '63

Mary Frances Biondillo Karcher '78, sister of Patricia Biondillo Walzel '70, Larry Biondillo '71

Norman (Cicherski) Chersky '61, husband of Patricia Hilligiest Chersky '61, father of Rodney Chersky '84, Anissa Chersky Meier '86, Melanie Chersky Fuller '90, brother of Patricia Cicherski Aubin '72, brother-in-law of Wayne Hilligiest '63, Emily Tomczak Hilligiest '63

Alasendro “A.C.” Carl Collette Sr. '67

Michael Storemski '82, brother of Michelle Storemski Norton '87, nephew of Barbara Pekar Storemski '66, cousin of Gary Storemski '86, Craig Storemski '88, James Storemski '89, and Jennifer Storemski Hobbs '94

Michael Eheman '63, brother of Christine Eheman '60

Charles J. Gurrola '72, brother of Diana Gurrola Vandervort '74, Kenneth Gurrola '76, Sylvia Gurrola DeJohn '77, Patricia Gurrola Osterhaus '78, Debra Gurrola Simons '79, brother-in-law of Vincent DeJohn '76, uncle of Pamela Simons Musselwhite '08, Dustin DeJohn '11

Anthony “Tony” Suarez '82, brother of Harry Suarez '80

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William Harris Baskin, Sr., father of Kimberly Baskin Borges '06, William (Will) Baskin '06, brother-in-law of Phyllis Fischer Carney '67, Pat Fischer Taake '68, Frances Fischer Weatherly '69, uncle of Crystal Fischer Salinas '98, Stephanie Fischer Barth '02, Tiffany Fischer Hayes '06, Monica Fox '08, Garrett Fox '11 Jerry Bates, father of Brittany Bates '19 and Brianna Bates '19 Janice Ann Benys, mother of A.J. Benys, Jr. '82, Steve Benys '85, grandmother of Braeden Benys '20 and Jaxsten Benys '22 Richard Bielamowicz, husband of Veronica Holdenried Bielamowicz '61, father of Carol Bielamowicz '82 and Robert Bielamowicz '83, brother of Bill Bielamowicz '60 and Gerald Bielamowicz '69, and brother-in-law of Tim Holdenried '68 Mary Jane Biondillo, mother of Patricia Biondillo Walzel '70, Larry Biondillo '71, +Mary Frances Biondillo Karcher '78

Edna Tobias Minton '86

Juanita Cupps, mother-in-law of +Richard Willgus '62, grandmother of Tina Willgus Gorski '82, Geoff Gorski '82, James Giacona '07 great grandmother of Keith Gorski '05, Kourtni Gorski Resnick '08 Pat Flanagan, husband of Susan Bryse Flanagan '87, son-in-law of Colleen Hancock Bryse '66, nephew of Edgar Hancock ’62, Mary Louise Pulido Hancock '62, Rene Hancock ’65, Theresa Raia Hancock '65, Dcn. Pat Hancock '73, Sharon Hancock '76, Shawn Hancock '77, cousin of Annette Hancock Ultis '85, Eddie Hancock '87, Jennifer Hancock Kiel '90, Nina Hancock McFarlane '03, Houston Hancock '08 and Austin Hancock '14 Lorn D. Frazier Jr., father of Colyn Frazier Bezanilla '99, brother of Priscilla Frazier Phillips '62, uncle of Juli Phillips Crow '90, Jon Phillips '93, great uncle of Rebecca Crow '21 Mary Lynn Furay, grandmother of Nick Minkoff ’15, mother-in-law of Terrie Sechrist , former SPX Foundation board member Tom Henry Jr., grandfather of Jonathan Adams '20

Frances Bugaj, mother of Sherry Bugaj Flowers '71 and +Sandra Bugaj '72

Theresa Jozwiak, mother of Thomas Jozwiak '65, Herbert Jozwiak '69, and Rev. Lawrence Jozwiak '76

Elvira Flores Castillo, mother of Carol Castillo Doud '86, Veronica Castillo Robertson '91, mother-in-law of Colonel Ronnie Doud '86

Roberto G. Luna, father of Robert E. Luna '80, Richard D. Luna '82, Raymond J. Luna '83

REMEMBERING FACULTY Ann Madden Landmesser (formerly Sr. Marguerite), SPX faculty member (196770), wife of Larry Landmesser, former SPX faculty member

Sr. Mary Therese Warden, O.P., SPX faculty member (1984-2011)

Mario Marron '98, brother of Michael Marron '92, Martin Marron '00, Matthew Marron '02, and Melissa Marron '04

Bertha A. Massiatte, mother of Danny Massiatte '96, Nick Massiatte '98, Adam Massiatte '01, mother-in-law of Suzanne Romeo Massiatte '96, Veronica Flores Massiatte '00, Gina Guglielmi Massiatte '02, grandmother of Mason Massiatte '20 and Summer Massiatte '23 Lucille Moratto, mother-in-law of Mary Aquilina Moratto '70, grandmother of Adriane Moratto Schultea '96 and Thomas Moratto, Jr. '99 Joan Ruth Mount, mother of Linda Mount Bonnett '76 Ricardo “Eric” Pasaoa, father of Heather Pasaoa '08 and Keith Lawrence Pasaoa '10 Margaret Patronella, mother of Theresa Patronella Castro '77, Jean Patronella Colvin '78, Thomas Patronella '79, Erin Patronella Hamlin '81, James “Chip” Patronella '82, Rosanne Patronella '83, and Linda Patronella Kaase '86 Odis Peavy, grandfather of Will Bailey '09 Wade Pierre, brother of Lynne Pierre Esquivel '79 Gail Quintero, wife of Mario Quintero '61, sister-in-law of Penny Quintero Summers '59, Mattie Quintero Sturm '63, and Sally Quintero Price '68 Eddy Reyna, father of Lance Reyna ‘00, +Edward Reyna ‘04, Aurora Reyna ‘13 Mary Katherine Rizzotto, mother of Sammy Rizzotto '61, Carolyn Rizzotto Bilsky '65, Jennifer Rizzotto Guzzetta '69, mother-in-law of +Carl J. Bilsky '64, grandmother of Kimberly Bilsky '89 Elizabeth Spedale, mother of Sam A. Spedale, Jr. '67, Lynette Spedale '70, aunt of +Michael Spedale ‘64, Dominic Spedale ‘67, +JoAnita Loria Burgower '71, greataunt of Patrick Spedale, SPX staff member Alma Graciela Garcia Villarreal, grandmother of Coleman Pamuk '16, Mason Pamuk '18, Sutton Pamuk '20

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