Rosary Review Fall/Winter 2014 15 by Rosary High School

The Rosary Review Fall/Winter 2014, Volume 33, Number 1

Cover Story.......................................................................3 Student Spotlight..............................................................4 Board of Directors Springfield Dominican Sisters MEMBER BOARD Sr. Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P. Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sr. Kathleen Cour, O.P. Sr. Kathleen Gallagher, O.P. Sr. Kathlyn Mulcahy, O.P.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mrs. Sue Arnold Mr. Pete Bakala Mrs. Kathy Benoit ‘76 Mrs. Lori Bergman ‘78 Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sr. M. Dominica Brennan, O.P. Sr. Ann Brummel, O.P. (Principal) Mrs. Marge Bryan Mr. Doug Cheatham (Chair) Mr. Tom Choice Mr. Austin Dempsey Mrs. Debbi Ellis Dr. Diane Fabrizius ‘76 Mrs. Vera Feltes Mr. John Heneghan Mrs. Dianne Lenert Hurrell ‘77 Mrs. Teresa Rosa-Jackson Mrs. Michele Kelly Mr. Andy Konovodoff Mr. Steve Miller Mr. John Reale Mr. Mike Roche Sr. Jean Patrice Schingel, O.P. Sr. Mary Jo Sobieck, O.P. Mrs. Madelyn Weed ‘95

Faculty Spotlight.............................................................10 In the Classroom.............................................................12 Campus Ministry............................................................14 Fine Arts.........................................................................16 Athletics..........................................................................18 Development..................................................................22 Alumnae News................................................................23 Annual Report................................................................29

Do You Want More Rosary News? Rosary High School publishes an electronic newsletter every two weeks that includes Rosary news and photographs as well as information on upcoming events. The newsletter is sent to all current parents, past parents, faculty, board members, and friends of Rosary for whom we have email addresses. (Alumnae receive a monthly newsletter published by the Director of Alumnae.) If you do not receive this newsletter and would like to receive it, be sure to register your email address at our website http://rosaryhs.com. Look for the Register Now or Login links at the top of the page. You can also read the newsletter online or subscribe at http:// rosaryhs.com/newsletter. You can also keep up with Rosary news via the social media links below:

Rosary High School (Aurora, IL)

@RosaryAurora

RosaryHighSchool

The Rosary Review The Rosary Review is published two times per year by Rosary High School for students, families, alumnae, staff, and friends of Rosary.

Our Mission

Contributing Writers: Vicki Danklefsen, Sandra Galindo, Stephanie Krzeminski, Robin Schalz, Sherry See.

Rosary High School is a Catholic, college preparatory school

Contributing Photographers: Vicki Danklefsen, Jack Feltes, Sandra Galindo, Mary Lou Kunold, Sherry See, and submitted photos. Cover photo by Jack Feltes. Questions: Contact Vicki Danklefsen, Director of Communications, at (630) 896-0831 x50 or vdanklefsen@rosaryhs.com. Address Corrections: Contact Sandra Galindo, Director of Alumnae, at (630) 896-0831 x11 or sgalindo@rosaryhs.com.

for young women sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. Rooted in the gospel values of Jesus Christ, Rosary High School is committed to the mission of educating and developing Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition.

Rosary High School 901 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora, Illinois 60506 (630) 896-0831 www.rosaryhs.com

On the Cover Rosary Beads Swim Team Places Second at State; Yager is State Champ The Rosary BEADS state swim team took second place at the IHSA State Swimming & Diving Championships in Evanston November 22. This is the 13th top-three finish, and the 13th state trophy for the Rosary Swim Team. Only two other schools have won more state trophies! Sophomore Alexis Yager was the state champion in the 200-Yard Individual Medley.

2014 State Finalists: •

Annie Gosselin:100 Backstroke (12th)

•

Sammi Laurich: 100 Breaststroke (25th)

•

Erin Hart: 50 Free (11th), 100 Free (6th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Katie Rentz: 100 Butterfly (11th), 500 Free (12th)

•

Elaina Ricci: Medley Relay (8th), 200 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Emily Ryan: Medley Relay (8th), 100 Backstroke (4th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Camryn Streid: 200 I.M. (17th), 100 Butterfly (8th)

•

Alexis Yager: Medley Relay (8th) 200 I.M. (STATE CHAMP), 100 Breaststroke (2nd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Georgia Young: 200 Free (13th), 100 Free (16th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

Alexis Yager broke Rosary school record in the 100 Breaststroke with at time of 1:04.15. This record was last held by Molly Coonce with a time of 1:04.72 in 2010. The Kane County Chronicle named Alexis Yager Swimmer of the Year and Coach Bill Schalz Coach of the Year. Erin Hart and Alexis Yager were named to the Chronicle Girls Swimming AllArea Team, and honorable mentions were Annie Gosselin, Katie Rentz, Elaina Ricci, Emily Ryan, Camryn Streid and Georgia Young.

Beads Swim Coach Bill Schalz Inducted into ISA Hall of Fame Rosary High School Swim Coach Bill Schalz was inducted into the Illinois Swimming Association Hall of Fame and named 2014 State Swim Coach of the Year at the association’s all-state banquet December 8 in Elmhurst. The long-time swim coach (1990-present) of the four- time state champion Rosary Beads (2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009) and state champion Marmion Cadets (2000) received the Bruce Woodbury Hall of Fame award for his extensive body of work. He has a 92 percent career win record at Rosary with 206 wins, 20 losses and one tie. His 24 years at Rosary have included four state championships, five times as runner-up, four third-place finishes, and 16 top-five finishes. In addition, Schalz is one of two coaches in Illinois to lead a men’s and women’s team to the state team title. His team holds the largest margin of victory in a state meet (83 points), and his swimmers hold

six event state records, one national prep record, one current state record, and seven former state records. “We are very thankful to have Bill as a coach,” said Rosary Athletic Director Mary Lou Kunold. “I have known Bill since he was a swimmer at Marmion and later when he was mentored by Jim Kelly, our first swim coach. His coaching ability has brought great prestige to Rosary and he is beyond deserving of this honor.” The Illinois Swim Hall of Fame award is named in honor of New Trier’s Bruce Woodbury and is presented annually by the Illinois Swimming Association to that person who during his/her career has promoted swimming in Illinois at all levels through leadership, service and outstanding achievement. This is the highest swimming award presented in Illinois aquatics, according to the ISA website. Voting is conducted by the ISA through its membership.

Student Spotlight Five Rosary Students Recognized by National Merit Scholar Program Three Rosary High School seniors— Alyssa Mertka, Rachel Neff, and Isabelle Ylo—have been named finalists in the 60th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Two students—Melody FisherLewek and Heather Hawkins—were named commended students in the program. Mertka, Neff and Ylo are among 15,000 finalists, representing less than one percent of high school seniors in the United States to attain this status. The students were initially named semifinalists last Fall after earning the highest scores on the 2013 Preliminary SATs, according to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. As finalists, the students remain in the running for about 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million. National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced in the Spring and Summer. Alyssa Mertka is the daughter of William and Susan Mertka of Geneva; Rachel Neff is the daughter of Charles and Bridget Neff of Batavia; and Isabelle Ylo is the daughter of Eugene and Terry Ylo of North Aurora. The commended students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who took the 2013 PSAT. Melody FisherLewek is the daughter of Candace Fisher and Lawrence Lewek of Batavia, and Heather Hawkins is the daughter of Lary and Jean Hawkins of DeKalb. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation is a not-for-profit organization that was established in 1955 specifically to conduct the National Merit Scholarship Program to honor the nation’s scholastic champions and to encourage the pursuit of academic excellence.

Pictured, from left, are: Front Row: Isabelle Ylo, Alyssa Mertka, and Heather Hawkins. Back row: Melody FisherLewek and Rachel Neff.

Academic Award Recipients The following 45 Rosary students received Academic Awards in October for earning an average of 4.0 or above the last two semesters (Semesters 1 and 2 of the 2013-14 school year). Students attaining this award for the first time receive a letter, then receive a pin for subsequent awards. Sophomores

Seniors

Molly Curley, Ashley Fritz, Erin Hawkins, Julia Isaacs, Kennedy Jenig, Maggie Neff, Gabriella Pruneda, Elizabeth Sayasane, Anna Stephens, Olivia Wulbert

Katherine Bruckner, Martha Buchert, Alexandra Carter, Magdalene Eallonardo, Melody FisherLewek, Brittany Hamling, Heather Hawkins, Catherine Hayes, Elizabeth Kaczorowski, Emily Martin, Brittany McCullough, Alyssa Mertka, Rachel Neff, Sarah Neidermann, McKenna Novack, Victoria Pho, Suzanne Quinn, Mallory Rettenmeier, Genevieve Streich, Isabelle Ylo

Juniors Neethara Abraham, Alissa Brankey, Isabella Duarte, Hannah Eng, Kate Jarecki, Gretchen Klug, Christina Koranda, Mackenzie Malley, Sonja Popovich, Tori Pyle, Katherine Rentz, Madison Ronzone, Lauryn Streid, Grace Wehner, Kara Wong

Student Spotlight Eight 2014 Graduates Named AP Scholars/AP Scholars with Honor Rosary High School is proud to announce that eight 2014 Rosary graduates have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams.

Michigan; Anna Ward is at Benedictine College in Kansas; and Teresa Zidek attends Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Six students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP Exams with grades of 3 or higher, and two students were named AP Scholar with Honors for receiving an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.

The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) provides motivated and academically-prepared students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement, or both, for successful performance on the AP Exams.

Earning the AP Scholar with Honor award were Rebecca Fritz and Hannah Salinas who each took four AP Exams with an average score of 4.25 on a 5-point scale. AP Scholars were Tess Fitzsimmons, Tess Joosse, Emily Powell, Taylor Vandenberg, Anna Ward, and Teresa Zidek who each took three AP Exams and earned an average score of 4.22 on a 5-point scale. Tess Fitzsimmons is attending Harvard University; Becky Fritz is at Purdue University; Tess Joosse is at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Emily Powell is at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Hannah Salinas attends the University of Texas at Austin; Taylor Vandenberg is at the University of

AP is accepted by more than 2800 colleges and universities worldwide for college credit, advanced placement, or both, on the basis of successful AP Exam grades. Rosary offers AP courses in Biology, British Literature, and U.S. History. However, Rosary students took AP Exams in English Literature, US History, Chemistry, French, and Spanish. Pictured are: (Row 1) Tess Fitzsimmons, Rebecca Fritz, Tess Joosse, (Row 2) Emily Powell, Hannah Salinas, Taylor Vandenberg, (Row 3) Anna Ward and Teresa Zidek.

Rosary High School Announces 26 Illinois State Scholars Twenty-six Rosary High School seniors have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) for the 2014-15 school year. Illinois State Scholars represent the top ten percent of high school seniors, from 671 different high schools across the state. The selection is based on SAT and ACT scores, and/or unweighted GPA at the end of the junior year. Rosary’s Illinois State Scholars for 2014-15 are: Katherine Bruckner (DeKalb), Martha Buchert (Oswego), Alexandra Carter (DeKalb), Cara Cox (Sugar Grove), Magdalene Eallonardo (Yorkville), Melody FisherLewek (Batavia), Brittany Hamling (Aurora), Heather Hawkins (DeKalb), Catherine Hayes (Plainfield), Katelyn Jassoy (St. Charles), Elizabeth Kaczorowski (Aurora), Cecelia Kinane (Downers Grove), Michelle Lasota (St. Charles), Alyssa Mertka

(Geneva), Rachel Neff (Batavia), Clarice Nelson (St. Charles), Katelyn Paradis (Batavia), Andrea Perez (Sugar Grove), Victoria Pho (Maple Park), Michaela Ping (Batavia), Suzanne Quinn (Montgomery), Mallory Rettenmeier (Aurora), Mallory Rhamy (Aurora), Genevieve Streich (Aurora), Nina Valaitis (Oswego), and Isabelle Ylo (North Aurora).

Student Spotlight Scholarship Recipients Named for 2014-15 Rosary scholarships are awarded for academic achievement or a combination of academic achievement and financial consideration. Some scholarships have specific guidelines which must be met. Below are the 2014-2015 recipients of these scholarships. Bakala Scholarship Mary Kate Bakala (‘17) Calbeck Scholarship Annie Dybas (‘18) Lillian Stich (‘18) Susan Bara Cornwell Scholarship Brittney Hamling (‘15) Dominican Scholarships Emily Dooley (‘17) Suzanne Quinn (’15) Katherine Rentz (‘16) Mallory Rettenmeier (’15) Kara Wong (‘16) Dunham Fund Scholarship Jannessa Ramos-Galvez (’15) Howard Feltes Scholarship Cara Cox (’15)

Molly Curley (‘17) Hannah Noel (‘18) Lauryn Streid (‘16) Hogan Memorial Scholarship Kathryn Bennett (‘17) Riley McCue (‘18) M. Lies Scholarship Carmela Alexander (‘18) Anna Stephens (‘17) Michael & Dorothy O’Brien Scholarship Jenna Hernandez (‘18) National Honor Society Scholarship Kathryn Desch (‘18)

Sister Mary Joseph Alumnae Scholarship Maya Guzniczak (’18) Rachel Loy (‘16) Claire Rickel (‘17) Genevieve Streich (’15) Sister Marilyn Scholarship Mallory Rhamy (’15) Genevieve Talbot (’15) Olivia Wulbert (‘17) Wiesbrook Scholarship Mackenzie Adkins (‘18) Sarah Foley (‘18) Elizabeth Sayasane (‘17)

Sister Mary Gretchen Scholarship Skylar Betsinger (‘17) Courtney Kozak (‘18)

Rosary Held Open House Events in October and November Approximately 300 parents and their daughters were in attendance at the two Open House events Rosary High School hosted for prospective students and their parents on October 26 and November 18. Sister Ann Brummel, O.P., alumna and principal, was the keynote speaker. Sister Ann reflected on her experiences as a student at Rosary and shared her thoughts about the advantages of a RHS education. Rosary students spoke to guests on three topics: Emily Martin (’15) reflected on the St. Catherine of Siena quote “Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.” Jenna Streich (’15) addressed “Getting Involved,” and Gen Talbot (‘15) and Alex Carter (‘15) addressed “The advantages of an all-girls school.”

Then, faculty members and Rosary students hosted 15-minute presentations highlighting each academic department. Representatives from Athletics, Clubs, Campus Ministry and Counseling were

available in the library and the gym. The Open House also featured Rosary High School’s recruitment video playing on four screens around the building. To see the video, visit http:// rosaryhs.com/video or see our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/ RosaryHighSchool. Families needing more information about Rosary High School can contact Meg Olsen, Admissions Director, at 630-896-0831 x12 or visit the school’s website at www.rosaryhs.com.

Seventh Grade Girls Invited to Explore Day April 23, 8:00-10:30 am Explore Day for seventh grade girls will give your daughter an excellent opportunity to experience a slice of what high school at Rosary is all about. To register, contact Admissions Director Meg Olsen at molsen@rosaryhs.com or 630-896-0831, ext. 12.

Student Spotlight Two Students Recognized by Spirit of Community Awards Junior Monica Zimmerman received a Certificate of Achievement for distinguished service from the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, and senior Dariana Slater received a Certificate of Merit. Monica is the student director of Crayons for Kids which has been collecting school supplies for needy children in the Fox Valley since 2004. Dariana was honored for her three trips with Workcamp, a Group Missions organization in which youth work to repair homes for people in need all over the United States. The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program was created in 1995 to applaud young people who already are making a positive difference in their towns and neighborhoods, and to inspire others to think about how they might contribute to their communities. Monica will move on to the next level of competition. Congratulations to both students for being honored for their volunteerism and service to the community.

Gomez Wins VFW Essay Contest Senior Kayla Gomez of Sandwich was chosen as the winner of the Voice of Democracy essay contest from the Lewis P. Schultz VFW Post 1486 in Sandwich. She received a certificate and checks from Stefan Skopek of the VFW and Mary Murphy of the post’s Ladies Auxiliary. Kayla submitted a printed copy and a recorded copy of her essay on the theme “Why Our Veterans Are Important to Our Nation’s History and Future.” Essays are judged on content, how well the theme is addressed, and delivery. Kayla’s essay moved on to the VFW district competition where she received a second place award.

Two Students Selected in Religious Freedom Essay Contest Essays written by Rosary High School sophomores Julia Isaacs and Olivia Wulbert were selected in an essay contest on “The Importance of Religious Freedom” sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Rosary students participated in the contest through Knights Council #4849 at Holy Angels Church in Aurora. The winning essays move on to the next level of competition in the ultimately international contest. State winners will be announced in the Spring and international winners in June. To read the winning essays, visit http://rosaryhs.com/news.

Student Spotlight FreshFest 2014 Rosary’s Parents Auxiliary hosted the school’s third annual FreshFest on August 17, welcoming all new Rosary and Marmion freshmen to an evening of fun, games and food before the start of school. See the Rosary SmugMug Photo Site for more event photos.

Rosary/Marmion Students Faced Challenge Course Rosary and Marmion students in grades 10-12 came together at Rosary in August for a Challenge Course created by the Rosary Parents Auxiliary. After a few rain and lightening delays, the course was moved inside and the fun began with physical, mental and fun challenge stations. Natz Hotdogs and Kona Ice were on hand for refreshments, and plenty of student and parent volunteers, including the Rosary Dance Team, kept the action moving. See the Rosary SmugMug Photo Site for more event photos.

Rosary/Marmion Social Activities Increased Rosary and Marmion students and parent groups have been planning a wider variety of joint activities for the brother-sister schools. Rosary’s Parents Auxiliary began holding FreshFest for incoming freshman in 2012, Marmion added the Year Premier to kick off the school year in 2013, and Rosary’s Parents Auxiliary introduced the Challenge Course for students in grades 10-12 this Fall and is planning another for Spring. Students continue to get together for dances, including Homecoming, Turnabout, Military Ball and Prom, as well as the Homecoming bonfire, football games, and other sporting events. Marmion’s art department held several Coffee House events— casual gatherings for students to draw, talk and perform— beginning last year, and Rosary is taking advantage of the new

projection system in our auditorium to host movie nights this year. So far, we’ve shown a Halloween movie and a Christmas movie with more planned for Spring. Parents Auxiliary also plans joint service projects for students from both schools, and several clubs hold meetings or year-end parties together. The Student Councils of both schools are increasing joint events as well. In addition, the Rosary/Marmion Pep Club is working to build attendance at home games at both schools, and recently announced that Rosary and Marmion students will be admitted to home games free of charge. Students need to present their IDs at the gate. Now it’s even easier to support your fellow Royals and Cadets! Check the Rosary and Marmion athletic sites for game schedules.

Student Spotlight Walk-a-Thon 2014 Exceeds Goal

Yearbook Wins First Place Award Rosary students exceeded our Walk-a-Thon 2014 goal by bringing in a total of $40,061 in contributions! For meeting this goal, the students received the day before Thanksgiving off from school! Mrs. Wollwert’s homeroom had 100% participation and the highest percentage turned in per person and won a special breakfast. The sophomores were the top class, bringing in $10,465 and won a pizza lunch. The top three students bringing in the most donations were Emily Ryan, Madeline Powers and Victoria Pho. Twenty-two students brought in $200 or more; and 21 students turned in $150 or more. The freshman class had 93% turn-in and brought in $10,831; sophomores had 99% turn-in and brought in $10,465; juniors had 86% turn-in and brought in $9160; and seniors had 89% turn-in and brought in $9605. Thank you to everyone for your support of this project. This year’s theme was different countries: Freshmen were Italy, sophomores were France, juniors were Spain, and seniors were the United States. For Walk-a-Thon photos, check out our SmugMug Photo Site at http://rosaryhs.smugmug.com.

Rosary Receives Donation from Aurora Catholic Education Foundation The Aurora Catholic Education Foundation provides financial support to the Aurora schools and parishes for the purpose of Catholic religious education. Rosary High School received a generous donation of $2,422 this year, and has received more than $105, 000 from the ACEF since its founding in 1973. We are so appreciative of their assistance in our mission of educating and developing Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition.

Congratulations Yearbook Staff! The 2014 yearbook, Life on the Edge-lawn, received first place from the American Scholastic Press Association at Columbia University in New York. We also received first place in Theme Development; we are 1 of 3 schools selected for this honor—and the only one from Illinois. Our book competes with more than 9000 high schools and colleges throughout the country. Judging is based on overall theme and theme development, layout design, writing, and photography. Congratulations to all the staff and particularly last year’s senior editors Nina Doyle and Emma Pettyjohn, and then-junior editors Grace Mladenik and Morgan Nickels. Pictured above are: Grace Mladenik, Nina Doyle, faculty moderator Ms. Faith Etheredge, Emma Pettyjohn and Morgan Nickels.

Rettenmeier Wins Brattin Award Senior Mallory Rettenmeier was presented with the Brattin Civic Youth Award at the annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon in Aurora. This award is given to students who show significant civic involvement, academic excellence, and wellrounded achievement. Mallory serves as senior class vice president and a student ambassador, and has shown leadership on the soccer and cross country teams. “Mallory instinctively knows how to engage those around her,” said guidance counselor Edie Branom. “Her positive attitude and upbeat spirit can be felt through the hallways at Rosary.” Mallory excels academically as well, and was recently named an Illinois State Scholar. Sponsored by the Navy League and the Rotary Club of Aurora, the award is named for the late Ted Brattin, a World War II pilot and Aurora Rotary Club charter president who was dedicated to recognizing citizenship, service and leadership among youth.

Faculty Spotlight World History Teacher Visited Auschwitz with a Holocaust Survivor World History teacher Mrs. Stephanie Krzeminski traveled to Poland last summer with a group from the CANDLES Museum in Terra Haute, Indiana. She visited Auschwitz I, Plaszow, and Birkenau with Holocaust survivor Eva Kor who was one of Mengele’s twins who survived Auschwitz. (CANDLES is an acronym for Children of Auschwitz Nazi Deadly Lab Experiments Survivors.) “I was fortunate to receive an educator’s scholarship, donated by a private donor to the museum, that covered part of my expenses for the trip,” Mrs. K. said. “I am indebted to this benefactor!” Here is her reflection following her journey: I am still at a loss as to how to describe my nine days in Poland this past summer. Leaving behind my husband to care for our two small daughters for nearly two weeks did not feel right— but sometimes timing is never what you think it will be. I had stumbled into an opportunity that would most likely never present itself in the same way again—travel with a Holocaust survivor, one who was a victim under Dr. Josef Mengle, to Auschwitz and Birkeneau for nine days. Eva Kor is not only a Holocaust survivor, but also an activist for Holocaust education through her museum CANDLES, located in Terra Haute, IN. Her message is very clear and simple—Forgiveness. As you can then imagine, to say that this experience was overwhelming does not even begin to skim the surface. For me, teaching and learning about the Holocaust is something very personal. Although I am Catholic, my Gates to a corridor at Birkeneau father’s side of the family is Jewish. And as a child I found it very difficult to explain to my Catholic grade school friends that I was both a Jew and a Catholic. After many failed attempts and hurt feelings I learned that this was not something to share about myself in public settings. However, by the time I had reached my early twenties I had come to the conclusion that I needed to live authentically and openly about this aspect of myself. And because I am a history teacher, teaching about the Holocaust was a way for me to help mend this personal bond and ensure that my students were aware of the world in which they live. I will save you the details on the nine and half hour flight to Krakow—one I am not

End of a railway track at Birkeneau

Birkeneau

anxious to take again any time soon. However, after settling in with the other 70+ travelers, we would begin our daily ritual of waking around 6:30 am and making our way to our buses that would drive us the hour or so outside of Krakow on the way to Auschwitz-Birkeneau. The scenic countryside is unbelievably picturesque—lush farmland, country homes, people out and about. It’s gorgeous! But as we got closer to the camps I was struck by something that I would begin to become acutely aware of across Poland—modern NAZI graffiti. This included swastikas, “Anti-Jude” signs, etc. So much of this caught me off guard that as I began to notice more and more of it, I became quite good at differentiating what was in fact pro- Eva Kor’s tattoo NAZI and what was actually anti-NAZI graffiti—in some cases they looked quite similar. I was indeed horrified to think that 70 or so years after the liberation of Auschwitz (January 2015 will mark the 70th anniversary) that this ideology was still so profoundly alive shook me, and this feeling has yet to leave my heart. It’s a funny thing to drive to Auschwitz. In fact, the irony of being there over our 4th of July celebration was not lost on me—I have never been more keenly aware of my own personal freedoms and liberties than as I was driving to the camps and then back to the hotel. Nearly each day at the camps was spent in the same way—the mornings were spent walking around the camps with Eva, who rode on her “chariot” (golf cart) and after lunch we would spend the afternoon with our guides; mine was Simon. This gave a very unique perspective to bring home. In one aspect it was obviously specific to Eva; seeing where she was held with her twin sister, where she had been experimented

Faculty Spotlight on, where they ate. However, the historical perspective of the war and about the history of the camps themselves was THERE. The first day at Birkeneau, which is incredibly large, we walked over nine miles. Birkeneau, just a few couple of kilometers from Auschwitz, was where the majority of Jews and other NAZI captives were held. Though many of the bunkers where captives View from a window inside the were kept are now demolished, Sauna at Birkeneau several are still intact, and some are even being renovated for preservation purposes. I should note that these bunkers are in fact actually modified horse stables, meant to house no more than 52 horses—in fact, the NAZIs routinely kept upwards to 500+ people in each of these at Birkeneau. Walking through these bunkers, seeing the triple bunk beds, seeing where people were meant to eat and use the toilet is a profoundly humbling experience. So too is seeing the Sauna, the building where newly arrived captives were brought for intake purposes. This building, located at the far end of the camp— approximately a twentyminute walk from the train track platform—is where captives would have been tattooed (not every camp used tattoos), stripped, deloused and given a uniform and wooden clogs. Their personal belongings taken from them, brought by other captives to Barbed wire at Auschwitz a separate location known as Canada I & II, where items were sorted and then sold to keep the NAZI war machine afloat. Many of these items can be seen on display at Auschwitz, where the bunkers there have each been designated into a mini museum dedicated to certain groups and aspects of the years the camps were in operation; Material Crimes of War, Hungarian Jews, Prison, Roma Gypsies, among others. However, amongst the hardest sights to behold and to comprehend at Birkeneau and Auschwitz are the gas chambers. At Birkeneau they are shells of buildings—tatters and ruins of mechanized killing and ideology. But, at Auschwitz, it still stands. Gas chamber at Auschwitz

Approaching the gas chamber at the end of our second day at Auschwitz was surreal. Tucked away in a back corner, only a few hundred yards from where the Kommandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Hoss—and whose grandson Rainer Hoss, traveled for portions of the trip with us—lived with his family. Approaching this building, one can still plainly see the chimney stack to the brick building. But making Portraits of those lost at our way to the front door, there Auschwitz-Birkeneau was a small crowd of school age Hasidic Jews (a branch of Orthodox Judaism) chanting the Kaddish (prayer for the dead). The young girls in the group, praying with their Rabbi, wept so loudly, that I swear to you it felt wrong to listen to their prayers. Walking inside that building was difficult. Though there are no restrictions about taking photographs, there is a very strict policy of silence while in the gas chamber—though I can’t imagine what one would say. It is hard to explain what it feels like in those rooms—but I had written this in my travel journal—God does not exist in that place. There is a void—it is noticeable, tangible and real. I am forever marked by that realization. There is so much more that happened, but again, it is hard to process and condense everything that I saw and understood in my time at the camps. My experience in Poland has changed my outlook in ways that I am certain I will continue to gradually come to grips with over time. I am beyond grateful to have been able to travel with such an incredible group of people to become a witness to the Holocaust and bring back my experiences and Eva’s story to share with my students. More so than ever before, I am dedicated to bringing light and focus to Eva’s mission and message of forgiveness and a resolve to ensure that we never forget. Photos by Mrs. Stephanie Krzeminski

Stephanie Krzeminski with Eva Kor in front of the staged liberation photo at Auschwitz. Eva is the girl pictured on the far right.

In the Classroom Smithsonian Film Crew Interviews Honors World History Students A film crew from the Smithsonian visited Rosary High School over two days last November to speak with students from the Honors World History classes who have been participating in the online Smithsonian Quest program. The Smithsonian Quest program is an online learning platform that challenges students to complete a series of quests in a given category or topic. Mrs. Stephanie Krzeminski, World History/ Honors World History teacher at Rosary, has tweaked this platform to fit within the parameters of her classes’ first semester artifact project. Rosary students have been working in tandem with the Smithsonian Learning Initiative program for the past two years. This program is connected to the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.—the country’s premiere museum.

World History teacher Mrs. Stephanie Krzeminski with freshman Carlee Hoschouer and Carlee’s artifact project

“Because I was so impressed with your students’ submissions to the ‘Cultural Storyteller’ badge last year (the amount of research, care and creativity that the students put in to their projects really struck me and has stuck with me over the past year), we were hoping we could feature your students and their work with Smithsonian Quests,” wrote Ashley Naranjo, Learning Initiatives Specialist with the Smithsonian Center for Learning and Digital Access. “We have a film crew that would travel alongside me and would love to see your students in action.” Rosary is one of five schools in the nation chosen for a visit from the Smithsonian crew. “This is an incredible honor for our school and most certainly a reflection of the outstanding work our history students complete here at Rosary High School,” Mrs. Krzeminski said. “There is nothing quite like seeing students use their gifts in conjunction with their interests—this is where academic magic happens. Using technology to integrate creative thought with good old-fashioned kinesthetic learning has allowed our students the opportunity to see history through new lenses. I am so proud of our girls and all of their hard work!”

Freshman Sarah Foley is interviewed by Terry Medalen (right) and Gerry Curtis, filmmakers working with the Smithsonian Institution

Students who participated in the program the first year, 201314, are: Kate Bennett, Emily Dooley, Emily Emerson, Tiffany Hamling, Erin Hawkins, Julia Issacs, Allison Mansour, Kailey Novack, Anna Stephens, Claire Thoms, Montserrat Villapando, Sarah Willman, Piper Winkler, and Olivia Wulbert. Students currently participating in the Quest program are: Maddie Andras, Nadia Callahan, Katherine Danos, Sarah Foley, Erika Ford, Lizzie Graft, Maya Guzniczak, Claire Hengesbaugh, Carlee Hoschouer, Abby Kennedy, Abigail Lieser, Madison Luce, Rachel Marr, Riley McCue, Hannah Noel, Sofia Papoutsis, Marissa Sepulveda, Bridgette Valenti, Megan Whitmer, and Sarah Woodford. The interviews are being edited and the video about the project will be available on the Smithsonian website this Spring. Rosary will provide links when available.

Freshman students in World History learn a bit about African culture and heritage by taking one day to learn the Yole—an African dance. The girls pictured here were voted the best African dancers in their hour! From left to right: Maya Sulilivan, Carly Perillo, Jackie Garcia, Carole Mele.

In The Classroom U.S. History Teacher is a Woman of Character History comes to life through the lives of people of the times in the classroom of teacher Bonnie Goliak. About once each month, the juniors in Mrs. Goliak’s United States History classes are treated to a visit from a person who lived in the era they are studying, from colonial times to the 1960s counter-culture era. The first person they meet is Christiana Campbell who owns a tavern in colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1775. Mrs. Campbell talks about the description of a tavern/inn of the period, what accommodations were like, what famous Americans stayed there, and the relative cost of their stay. She also discusses the politics and current events of the time, common occupations, leisure activities, cooking, and foods. She wears authentic clothing and describes the fabrics, colors, undergarments, and fasteners of her outfit. Mrs. Campbell also shows artifacts of the era such as tea cups, candles, and candleholders. She explains the “fan language” practiced by women of the time to send signals at social events, and the students join in to learn colonial dances. Other character presentations include: • Sacajawea • Southern Belle • Hawaiian Princess • Flapper Millie Parker • Jack, the World War II Sailor • Nancy, the 1950s teen • 1960s Hippie Each character stays the whole class period, talking about their life and times. Each has period clothing and artifacts such as household items, accessories and jewelry. Mrs. Goliak also collects miniature shoes and brings in shoes from each era. “We do dances of the time. I get a real joy out of watching them volunteer to participate and enjoying doing these dances,” she said. Mrs. Goliak had a World History professor at the University of Illinois who dressed up as an historical character for each chapter. “I started bringing characters into my U.S. History classes when I began teaching at Mount Assisi in 1981,” she said. “I was

visiting Williamsburg, Virginia, and bought the handmade costume for Christiana Campbell.” Mrs. Goliak taught at Mount Assisi for 29 years before coming to Rosary in 2010. “I had taken drama classes and been in theatre productions. This is my way to be on the stage while teaching,” she said. “The characters make history come alive,” Mrs. Goliak said. “Several of the characters were real people. They help describe how history has changed and how women’s circumstances have changed.” (All are women except for the WWII character.) “The students remember everything the character says,” she continued. “It helps with sequence and critical thinking, helping them to remember important historical events. It also helps them to analyze how different—and the same—their lives are from the lives of people throughout history. They seem to appreciate the lives of people who came before them.” Mrs. Goliak teaches United States History and AP U.S. History to Rosary’s junior class, and also teaches World Geography.

Campus Ministry

Senior Retreat Team

They are selected based on their leadership potential and their willingness to share their faith with the Rosary community.

Rosary High School’s 2014-15 Senior Retreat Team gathered at LaSalle Manor in Plano for a two-day retreat to prepare for a year of serving the Rosary community. SRT plans the one-day retreats for all grade levels, assists at liturgy, leads Advent and Lent lunchtime Bridges groups, and serves in leadership roles throughout the year. In the spring of junior year, girls are invited to apply for this important ministry.

Pictured above at Celebrate Seniors Day are SRT members Sophie Barrett, Jill Bottarini, Cristina Carbonara, Alex Carter, Megan Conlin, Melody FisherLewek, Katie Higgins, Cecelia Kinane, Emily Martin, Alyssa Mertka, Morgan Nickels, Katie Paradis, Claire Schwartz, Jenna Streich, Elayne Young, and Adrienne Winkel.

Prayer Space Holy Water Fountain Did you know that the fountain in Rosary’s foyer prayer space is filled with Holy Water from our students’ parishes? The fountain is empty over the summer and is refilled each Fall. Representatives from each of the 65+ parishes attended by our students bring in Holy Water from their parish and add it to the fountain after the Back to School Mass.

Seniors Experience Taize Prayer Mr. Paul Iwanski’s senior Theology classes have been going to the convent chapel on Thursdays to experience a form of prayer called Taize which incorporates music, scripture reading, and a period of silence. The 20-minute session finishes with intercessions, an Our Father, and a final song. The Taize community was started in France in the 1940s, and has experienced remarkable growth ever since. Hundreds of thousands of people from around the world make pilgrimages to Taizé each year for prayer, Bible study, sharing, and communal work.

Holiday Hopes Christmas Project Holiday Hopes is our annual Christmas adopt-a-family project. Each homeroom adopts a family in need, and we provide specially-chosen presents for each family member. In addition, every family receives a food basket with ingredients for special holiday meals and a gift certificate to a local grocery store. Students and their families prayerfully considered what they could share this holiday season. “We follow the apostles and trust the Scripture promise that we will bring what we have and we will have enough,” said Campus Minister Sandra Iwanski. All donations were divided equally for each adopted family. The school raised just over $13,000. This year, we adopted 25 families who have children at St. Rita’s school in Aurora. On Holiday Hopes Day, the students, staff and parent volunteers were dressed for the holidays, wrapping presents, packing food baskets, and delivering them to the festively-decorated foyer. The gifts were presented to the families in the afternoon and evening.

Campus Ministry Dominican Preachers The “O.P.” at the end of our Dominican Sisters’ signatures stands for “Order of Preachers,” a title given to Dominican friars, brothers, nuns, sisters, and lay Dominicans the world over. Rosary has a team of student Dominican Preachers who give a reflection at every mass and prayer service. Each Spring, students are invited to apply to be a Dominican Preacher. The newest preachers travel to a conference with faculty moderators Paul and Sandy Iwanski at Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan. This conference is sponsored by the Dominican Association of Secondary Schools to connect Dominican high school students from the United States and Puerto Rico. Our newest preachers are Anna Gayford, Kate Jarecki, Morgan Martinez, Sarah Phipps and Jenna Streich. They join Sophie Barrett, Jill Bottarini, Katie Higgins, Alyssa Mertka, Mallory Rettenmeier and Elayne Young. If you are unable to attend Rosary masses and prayer services, you can experience the preaching of these young women in print. Their reflections are posted on our website in the news archive.

Junior Ring Blessing

Celebrate Seniors

Members of the Class of 2016 received their class rings during a special ceremony October 30. Deacon Paul Iwanski blest the rings and blest the class members, then the students received their rings and a flower from their homeroom teacher. (Rosary students have the same homeroom teacher all four years.) Rosary faculty and staff were encouraged to wear their own class rings that day, including Principal Sister Ann Brummel, O.P., a Rosary graduate.

Rosary seniors kicked off the beginning of their Senior Year with Celebrate Seniors morning September 25. After a special breakfast, the seniors gathered in the auditorium to listen to speakers, see a slideshow, do a service project, and celebrate their Rosary journey. This year’s service project was making baby blankets for Waterleaf Women’s Center. After breaking into small groups for the project, the seniors came together to bless the blankets with their announced gifts of good health, humility, courage, prosperity, safety, protection, security and comfort for the child and parents.

Fine Arts Drama Club Stages Original One-Act Play in December To Save a Princess, an original one-act play written by Rosary seniors Cecelia Kinane and Isabelle Ylo, was performed by the Rosary Drama Club on one night onlyâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 12! Before King Arthur, there was Prince Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;handsome, brave, charming...and hopelessly dimwitted. With the help of his plucky manservant Curtis, Prince Henry must brave the enchanted countryside of Pellanor and rescue a princess locked in a tower. Watch for another evening of one-acts in May.

Rosary Artists Display in Aurora Five Rosary students had their artwork on display at the Winter Garden of Youth Art Show Decmber 19 through January 24 at the David L. Pierce Center at 20 E. Downer Place in Aurora. The students were Kate Bennett, Kylie Bancroft, Lauren Hansford, Angela Kvitek, and Elizabeth Kvitek, all sophomores. The program is sponsored by the City of Aurora and the Aurora Public Art Commission. The artists and their teacher, Mrs. Deanna Ahasic, were invited to a reception December 19.

Two Compete in Music Festival Sophomore Alexis Johnson (cello) and junior Lea Wantuch (alto II) represented Rosary High School at the District IX Illinois Music Educators Association Festival on November 22 at East Aurora High School. They were chosen for the festival from a pool of more than 2000 music students. Photo, from left: Music teacher Ms. Megan Drahos, Lea Wantuch, and Alexis Johnson.

Fine Arts Boosters Offers Spiritwear

Students Entertain for Holidays Members of the Rosary Ensemble and Chamber Orchestra spread Christmas cheer in December with performances at the Homstad in Batavia, Presence Fox Knoll in Aurora, the Scottish Home in North Riverside, and Arden Courts in Geneva.

The Rosary Fine Arts Boosters are offering a selection of Spiritwear featuring the FAB logo, including hoodies, flannel pants, sweatpants, a fleece vest, and fleece shirts. For pictures and an order form, visit www.rosaryhs.com/finearts.

Rosary Musical Cinderella, The Enchanted Edition Filled the Auditorium for Four Shows Congratulations to the cast, orchestra, crew and production staff of Cinderella, The Enchanted Edition, Rosary’s musical staged November 7-9, 2014. With music by Richard Rodgers, and book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein III, Cinderella was adapted for the stage by Tom Briggs from the teleplay by Robert L. Freeman. The show features the songs A Lovely Night, In My Own Little Corner, Ten Minutes Ago, Impossible, and more. The four weekend performances delighted the capacity crowds of adults, students and children. Saturday morning featured a pancake breakfast with the cast (above), and the Fine Arts Boosters hosted a wine tasting fundraiser Saturday night. Stage direction was by Ali Kordelewski, and music and vocal direction by Megan Drahos. Technical directors were Rob Stredde and Chris Huntoon, and the choreographer was Rachael McNish-Pierce. The cast included more than 45 students from Rosary High School and Marmion Academy, and 20 children from area Catholic schools. The show also featured members of Marmion Academy’s Flannigan Rifles. Music was provided by a small group from the Rosary Symphony and Chamber Orchestras, musicians from the Marmion-Rosary Band, and several local musicians. The 12 x 36-foot village backdrop (right) was painted by Rosary Art Club students based on a design by parent Teresa Yeske. Check out photos online at http://rosaryhs.smugmug.com.

Dinner Theatre Set for March 14 Rosary alumnae and current students, joined by Marmion alumni and current students, invite you to join us for our annual Alumnae Dinner Theatre, on Saturday, March 14, at Rosary. Socializing begins at 5 pm in the Rosary foyer, dinner at 6 pm, and the curtain opens at 7:30 pm. Dinner for adults and students includes: Caesar Salad, Chicken Francaise, Braised Beef Brisket, Strolle’s Luscious Lasagna, Garden Vegetable Medley, AuGratin Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Dinner Rolls and Dessert. Soda and water are included, and beer and wine will be available. The children’s meal includes chicken nuggets and macaroni and cheese. Performances will feature Rosary alumnae, Marmion alumni, the Rosary choirs and orchestras, and the Marmion men’s choir. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and are $30 for adults, $20 for students, and $15 for children (with a children’s meal). Show-only tickets are $10; doors open for show-only patrons at 7 pm. This event is sponsored by the Rosary Fine Arts Boosters and proceeds will go toward our Fine Arts programs.

Athletics Fall Sports Summary Volleyball The Varsity team finished the season with a 21-17 record. The biggest highlight of the season was beating ACC at Rosary for the Regional Championship, and moving on to sectionals. The first round of sectional play had Rosary facing off with Marian Catholic. The Royals forced the match into a third set by winning 31-29, but were unable to close out the win in the final set. Other highlights from the season include taking first place in the place bronze division at the Wheaton Classic, taking 6th place at the Warrior Blast and taking 3rd place in the silver division of the St. Charles East Mizuno Cup. Brook Martner led in assists with 286. Martha Konovodoff led the team in digs, 509, and aces, 59. Erin Burke led the team in kills with 229, followed by Molly Curley with 144 and Michaela Ping with 134.

Awards: Fifty-eight percent of the freshman team were scholarathletes with an average GPA of 3.17. Madelyn McCarthy was named MVP, Mallory Larson was named MIP, and Anna Glasgow won the Coaches Award and was named Most Dedicated. Ninety-one percent of the freshman/sophomore team were scholar athletes with an average GPA of 3.36. MVP was Abigail Lieser, MIP was Lauren Brummel, Most Dedicated was Jessica Bachar, and the Coaches Award went to Caroline Mandarino. One hundred percent of the Varsity players were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.54. MVP was Martha Konovodoff, MIP was Joanna Wedge, Most Dedicated was Grace Konovodoff, and the Coaches Award went to Brooke Martner. All-Conference players were Martha Konovodoff, Erin Burke, and Michaela Ping. Academic All-Conference players were Molly Curley, Julia Gauthier, Kennedy Jenig, and Rachel Ping.

Golf

The Sophomore team made improvements and strides throughout the season. With an overall record of 16-11, sophomore volleyball has a lot to look forward to. The team finished 2nd out of 16 teams in the Waubonsie JV Tournament, Lockport Tournament 4th of 16 teams, Batavia Tournament 5th out of 12 teams, and our final tournament at Plainfield South the girls finished strong. The Freshman volleyball team finished with a 9-22-2 record. They finished second in the Glenbard East tournament early in the season. The team struggled throughout the season with illness and injuries, playing the last three weeks of the season with seven healthy players. They lost tough 3-game matches to Montini, Aurora Central and West Aurora during this stretch. They had a great two-game victory over Aurora Christian before fighting hard but falling to St. Francis the last night of the season. The girls did a great job through all the adversity and each and every one of the players improved on the season.

Rosary Royals golf started out with a solid 5th place finish at the Plainfield North Invitational at Whitetail Ridge GC in Yorkville. Morgan Martinez paced the team with a 7th place overall finish for the Royals. Other notable wins for the team this season were a tri-meet victory vs. HinckleyBig Rock at Bliss Creek, a win over Plainfield Central at Wedgewood, and a win vs. St Francis, also at Bliss Creek. The Royals also finished 2nd in a tri-meet with Marist and Queen of Peace at Meadows Blue Island, and 7th of 22 teams at the season ending Rosary Invitational. Morgan Martinez earned medalist honors 5 times for the team this season, and Jenna Streich also earned medalist honors in one of our matches. Awards: Seventy percent of the golfers were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.27. MVPs were Morgan Martinez and Jenna Streich. MIP was Morgan Nickles. Most Dedicated (varisty) was Jenna Streich, and the Coaches Award went to Reis McCue.

Streich is Scholarship Semifinalist

Jenna Streich was one of five national semifinalists for the America’s Future scholarship through The First Tee Organization, supported by the Coca Cola Foundation. Jenna participated through The First Tee of Aurora & Fox River Valley. The semifinalists spent two days in Atlanta visiting the CocaCola campus and attending THE TOUR Championship. Jenna received a $1,000 scholarship.

Athletics Fall Sports Summary Tennis Varsity finished 14-9-1 during the regular season. In tournament play, the Royals finished first in the Sycamore Doubles Invite, and 2nd in our Rosary Invitational and taking 4th in overall at Sectionals, qualifying a 1st Doubles team to the IHSA State Meet. It’s been another successful and very memorable tennis season. It was the first season that we did not compete for a SCC title due to the conference dissolving, however, we had the opportunity for the first time to compete in a new conference (Girls Catholic Athletic Conference) at the end of season and made a very strong showing and set the stage for great things to come. We participated for the first time in the GCAC tournament and finished 4th overall despite not having three of our main starting players available to compete that weekend and our first doubles combination of Maddie Deufel and Grace Goheen finishing 3rd and received the first-ever GCAC medal for Rosary.

Eighty-six percent of the Varsity Tennis team were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.52. MVP was Megan Conlin, MIP was Michelle Lasota, Most Dedicated was Angela Dassis, and the Coaches Award went to Alexis Thomas. Grace Goheen was recognized for Extra Degree of Effort, and Alex Carter for Sportsmanship of the Year. All-Conference players were Maddy Deufel and Grace Goheen. Academic All-Conference players were Alex Carter, Isabella Duarte, Jazzmine Garcia, and Alexis Thomas.

Cross Country The 2014 Royals Cross Country Team started the season with a heavily-weighted senior group of 13, led by Captains Mallory Rettenmeier and Emily Martin. The competitive season began with a 4th at the Aurora City meet with Madison Ronzone taking second overall. Madison and Emily paired up at Plainfield North’s Mile Repeats Relay Invite to be the winning pair. The team finished 3rd at the ICOPS Invitational, 6th at the Royal Cadet, 7th at Kaneland, 6th at Sterling, 4th at Lisle’s Mane Event, 8th at the West Aurora Stampede, and 2nd behind Montini at the Suburban Christian Conference meet.

The team made significant improvements throughout the year and finished the year strong with #1 Doubles combination of Megan Conlin/Maddie Deufel getting seeded #2 in Sectionals and finishing 3rd overall, qualifying for the State Finals Tournament. The debut of IHSA State 1st Doubles Team Maddy Deufel and Megan Conlin resulted in a strong performance finishing 2-2 despite a tough draw. During their State experience, many wonderful memories were created with their teammates Alexis Thomas and Grace Goheen supporting the duo. It was Megan’s 3rd consecutive State Finals competition and Maddie’s first during her final year as a senior - what a way to finish together! We had one of the largest numbers of players on the squad and the Junior Varsity/Freshman/Sophomore team had one of their strongest finishes ever with many new players contributing and enjoying tennis competition for the first time. The team finished 2nd in Rosary Invite and 6th at the Waubonsie Invite. The overall JV Tennis record of 13-5-1 leaves no doubt that Rosary Tennis will be a force to reckon with in 2015! Awards: Seventy-seven percent of the JV tennis players were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.32. MVP was Katherine Dybas, MIPs were Sydney Drozdowski and Abby Connolly, Most Dedicated was Claire Thoms, and the Coaches Award went to Heather Hawkins.

Conference Champ (SCC): Emily Martin, 2nd: Madison Ronzone The Stampede with a new course produced the fastest times of the season, and proved to be a favorite among the mostly 3A competition. Emily Martin was runner-up and Madison Ronzone was 5th at the Stampede. Rosary was the host site for the Regional, and Madison and Emily marched through Sectionals to qualify individually for the State Finals in Peoria. The State Finals event was a real thriller as Emily and Madison became the first Cross Country All-State finishers in the history of the sport at Rosary High School. Emily placed 11th and Madison 16th, and both had their fastest times for three miles. Coach Vic Mead said the girls worked very hard over the summer and it was very exciting to watch them run so well downstate.

Athletics Fall Sports Summary Emily Martin was chosen to run and represent TEAM Illinois at the Mideast Cross Country Championships in Ohio.

•

Erin Hart 50 Free (11th), 100 Free (6th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Katie Rentz 100 Butterfly (11th), 500 Free (12th)

•

Elaina Ricci Medley Relay (8th), 200 Free Relay (3rd)

•

All-Conference were Emily Martin, Madison Ronzone and Shea Vero. Academic All-Conference were Neethara Abraham, Christina Carbonara, Claire Hengesbaugh, Gretchen Klug, Emma Kuszynski, Emma Leuer, Rachel Loy, Emily Martin, Sarah Neidermann, Hannah Noel, Mallory Rettenmeier, Claire Rickel, Jane Riordan, Madison Ronzone, Julia Shares and Bridgette Valenti.

Emily Ryan Medley Relay (8th), 100 Backstroke (4th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

•

Camryn Streid Medley Relay (8th), 200 I.M. (17th), 100 Butterfly (8th)

•

Alexis Yager Medley Relay (8th) 200 I.M. (STATE CHAMP), 100 Breaststroke (2nd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

Swimming & Diving:

•

Varsity: The Beads started this 2014 season with a strong group of freshman to add to their equally strong upperclassmen making them a threat once again for a State trophy.

Georgia Young 200 Free (13th), 100 Free (16th), 200 Free Relay (3rd), 400 Free Relay (3rd)

Alexis Yager (pictured) broke Rosary school record in the 100 Breaststroke with at time of 1:04.15. This record was last held by Molly Coonce with a time of 1:04.72, in 2010.

The Beads finished with a record of 8-1 in dual meet action.

JV Swimming: Rosary’s JV Swimming and Diving 2014 season proved to be a very successful one. While we only had seven swimmers on our roster, we were strong in desire and focus. Despite a few injuries midseason, the girls pulled together for a 5-3 dual meet record and contributed to a first place finish at the West Chicago Invitational. We rounded out our season with a dynamite conference meet with 100 percent season best times and multiple lifetime best times. We look forward to 2015 and the successes it will bring!

Awards: Eighty-three percent of the Cross Country team were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.37. MVPs were Emily Martin and Madison Ronzone. Most Improved Runner (Varisty) was Mallory Retenmeier and Most Improved Runner (F/S) was Sarah Neidermann. Most Dedicated was Cara Cox, and Coaches Awards went to Claire Hengesbaugh, Jane Riordan and Lillian Stich.

•

2 at Lyons Invitational

•

1st at West Chicago Invitational

•

1st place Rosary Invitational

•

1st at Sandburg Invite

•

1st at Naperville North Invite

•

2nd at Deerfield Invite

•

2nd Place MCAC Conference

•

1 Place Metea Valley Sectional qualifying 10 swimmers in 11 events to the IHSA State Swimming and Diving Championships.

•

Katie Rentz: 100 Butterfly Sectional Champ

•

Alexis Yager: 200 Individual Medley Sectional Champ

The Rosary BEADS State Swim team took second place at the IHSA State Swimming & Diving Championships in Evanston. This is the 13th top-three finish, and 13th state trophy for the Rosary Swim Team. Only two other schools have won more state trophies! 2014 State Qualifiers:

•

Jill Bottarini 200 Free Relay

•

Annie Gosselin 100 Backstroke (12th)

•

Sammi Laurich 100 Breaststroke (25th)

Awards: Seventy-one percent of the JV team were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.17, and 90% of the varsity team were Scholar Athletes with an average GPA of 3.57. The Carol Schalz Outstanding Swimmer Award went to Erin Hart. Ginny Godziela was named Most Improved (JV), and the Ideal Bead (Varsity) was Jill Bottarini. All-Conference were Erin Hart, Elaina Ricci, Emily Ryan, Camryn Streid and Alexis Yager.

Summer Athletic Camps Rosary is offering athletic camps in volleyball, basketball, conditioning, and tennis. Conditioning and tennis camps are co-ed. Volleyball, Basketball and Speed & Strength Conditioning Camps are for grades 5 through 12 and will be held at Rosary High School. The co-ed Tennis camp, for grades 5-8, will be held at Marmion Academy. To register for athletic camps, visit http://rosaryhs.com/ sports_camps.

Athletics Middle School Holiday Hoops Camp; MLK Weekend Tournament

The Holiday Hoops shooting for grade school girls (picture below) was held over Christmas break. Almost 70 girls participated to sharpen up their skills for their up coming season. The girls then came and joined us at our home game against Plano on Jan. 10 (pictured above). They had pizza with the varsity girls then made the tunnel for the intro at the varsity game. The girls saw the Royals sweep Plano at all three levels.

The Rosary Sports Boosters hosted the 3rd Annual MLK Basketball tournament for 7th grade teams on January 16-18. Teams participating were St. Peter & Paul A & B teams, St. Joseph, St. Irene, St. Mary Elgin, St. Peter Geneva, Holy Cross and Annunciation. St. Peter and Paul A (pictured) went undefeated in the tournament; Annunciation finished second. The 6th grade team tournament was held at Rosary January 23-25. Teams are Annunciation, Holy Angels, St. Mary Elgin, St. Rita, St. Patrick Green & White teams, Holy Cross White & Blue teams. Annunciation (pictured below) finished in first place, followed by Holy Angels in second.

Five Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent Five Rosary athletesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;four Royals and one Beadâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; signed National Letters of Intent to pursue their sport at the college level. Elayne Young will play softball for the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinals in Michigan; Grace Konovodoff will play volleyball for Robert Morris University in Chicago; Elizabeth Kelley will play soccer at the University of Dubuque in Iowa; Kate Canfield will swim for the University of Redlands in California; and Maria Witte will play soccer for St. Cloud State in Minnesota. Congratulations and best wishes to these students!

Development 2015 Candlelight Ball to Honor Sister Mary Paul McCaughey, O.P. As you may know, the Rosary High School Candlelight Ball is quickly approaching; we hope you have received a mailed postcard or seen details on the Rosary website. The dinner dance will be held in the ballroom at the Marriott Hotel in Naperville on Saturday, March 21, 2015. The transformed event will begin with cocktails at 6:00 p.m. and a sit down dinner immediately following. There will be entertainment by the Rosary High School Ensemble throughout the evening – you will not want to miss hearing these performances! New this year – come help us celebrate and honor Sister Mary Paul McCaughey, O.P., former Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago and Rosary teacher (1975 – 1983) as she shares her vision of Catholic education. She will be honored for her service to Rosary High School and living the Springfield Dominican Sisters’ Mission. We will hear stories and anecdotes from some of her former students. Please join us in honoring this beloved Rosary teacher. As always, you will have a chance to participate in Rosary High School’s largest fundraising event of the year featuring a paddle raise for tuition assistance. We want to ensure every young woman has the opportunity to receive a Rosary education. Please help us by taking part in this effort and shaping a young woman’s future. The fun continues as we end the evening with entertainment by Chef Dan and the Appetizers. You will not want to miss the beats by this talented group of musicians as they return for their fourth year and keep the Candlelight Ball in full swing!

Don’t forget, we are always looking for individuals and businesses that would like to support our event. Sponsors and advertisers help to underwrite the cost of the event allowing for funds raised during this event to be applied directly to our school. Thank you for sharing in our commitment to educate young women to make a difference in the world. For more information about Candlelight Ball or to buy your tickets, please contact Sandra Galindo, Office of Special Events, at (630) 896-0831 ext. 11 or email sgalindo@rosaryhs. com. You can also visit the Rosary website at www.rosaryhs.com We hope to see you on March 21st!

Nagels Establish Scholarship

In November, Ken and Carole Nagel very generously gifted Rosary with $25,000 to establish the Nagel Family Scholarship. Being passionate believers in Catholic education, Ken (Marmion ’60) and Carole (Madonna ’62) have known each other since their grade school days at St. Nicholas in Aurora. All four Nagel “kids” attended Rosary and Marmion - Brenda ‘86, Molly ’88, Betsy ‘96, and Jason ‘95 MA – as well as several grandchildren! The Nagels truly believe in Rosary’s mission and understand the financial pressure endured by Catholic schools today. As Mr. Nagel noted when making this gift, “People seem to give to their college but forget about their high school and grade school.” We are so grateful to the Nagels for entrusting Rosary with their daughters’ education and now for helping other families do the same.

Alumnae Alumnae Wine and Painting Event Thank you to all who attended this spectacular event! It was a great success... There was so much excitement and the wine glasses stayed topped off... all who attended this night had lots of fun. Thanks again to Rosary art teacher Deanna Ahasic and her fantastic assistant and former fine arts student Rochelle Steder (‘05) for providing great tips and instruction on how to create a masterpiece! Many of the finished products are worthy of a place on the designer’s walls! Due to such popular demand, we will be holding another similar event. Stayed tuned for details...

New Officers Join Alumnae Board Please help us congratulate newly elected RHS Alumnae Board officers. Laura Feltes Rudow (’93) and Tannia Galindo Acevedo (’01) were installed as president and vice-president, respectively, at the board meeting held on October 29th. Please plan to join us for the next meeting. For more details, contact Sandra Galindo at (630) 896-0831 x11 or sgalindo@rosaryhs.com.

Remembrance Mass This year’s Remembrance Mass was held on Sunday, November 23 at Rosary. This special event gives tribute to our dearly departed Rosary family members. To learn more about attending this event in the future or how to obtain memorial cards, please contact Sandra Galindo at the Rosary Office of Alumnae Relations.

Alumnae Dinner Theatre We are looking for past Rosary singers. Were you involved in glee club, chorus or the musicals? This year’s Alumnae Dinner Theatre event will be held Saturday March 14, 2015. If you would like to learn more about participating in this show, contact music director Ms. Megan Drahos at mdrahos@rosaryhs.com or 630896-0831 ext. 32. We hope you will join us, either on stage or in the audience, for what will be a delicious dinner and spectacular show! Cocktails will begin at 5 pm, followed by dinner at 6 pm and the show at 7:30 pm.

In Memoriam Please keep the family and friends of the following dearly departed alumnae in your prayers: Patricia Gilbert Harvala ‘81 died on February 11, 2014. Kathleen Reier Mould ‘69 died October 31, 2014. Ruth Richtman Podmore ‘79 died February 28, 2014. Michelle Morgano Zimmerman ‘02 died February 18, 2014.

Scholarships Open to Daughters of Alumnae Rosary High School has two scholarship opportunities available for daughters of alumnae: The Sister Mary Joseph Alumnae Scholarship is awarded to the daughter of a Rosary graduate each year based on her performance on the school’s entrance exam. This four-year scholarship is supported solely by the fundraising efforts of the Rosary Alumnae Association. Donations to the scholarship fund may be made by contacting the Rosary Development Office at 630-896-0831, ext. 17. The Rosary High School Alumnae Scholarship is available on a financial need basis to current students whose mother is an alumna of Rosary. For more details on this scholarship, please contact the Office of Alumnae Relations. To learn more about Rosary High School for your daughter, please call 630-896-081 ext. 12 or visit www.rosasryhs.com.

Road Scholar 5K Run/Walk Save the date for the 15th Annual Rosary High School Alumnae Association’s Road Scholars 5K Run/Walk: Sunday, May 17, 2015, at 9 am. Sponsors and volunteers are needed. For more information, visit our website at www. rosaryhs.com or call Sandra Galindo at (630) 896-0831 x11. Proceeds benefit the Sister Mary Joseph Scholarship fund and the Rosary Alumnae Scholarship.

ual

Ann

ROAD

SCHOLARS 5 MAY 17, 2015

Alumnae Class News and Notes All Classes: Please email sgalindo@rosaryhs.com to include your information in the next Rosary Review magazine. Make sure you mark it “include in newsletter/website.” We would like to hear what’s happening in your lives. Pictures (that include alumna) are accepted and will be included as space allows. Class of 1970 Congratulations to Charlene Bolly Dwyer (pictured with her husband) as she has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Gallaudet University in Washington, DC. She will begin her Trustee term in October of this year. Gallaudet University’s whose founding charter was signed by President Lincoln, leads the world in undergraduate liberal arts education, career development, and outstanding graduate programs for the deaf and hard of hearing. On September 6, she celebrated 40 years of marriage to John Dwyer. They live in Brookfield, WI where they raised three wonderful children Kevin (30), Anne (28) and Brian (26). They are also celebrating their first year as grandparents of Adalyn Marie Dwyer (Kevin and wife Amanda). Charlene is employed as the Director of Initiatives for Maximus Federal Services Operations Support Manager for Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program. She is also a former Dominican Alumnae award recipient along with her twin sister Marlene Bolly Erdman. Their sisters Carol Bolly Hunger  (‘71), and Sue Bolly Schlenker (‘79) also graduated from Rosary. Class of 1971 Congratulations to Dr. Mary Catherine Fox who received the highest honors bestowed by the De La Salle Christian Brothers as she became a part of the largest congregation of Brothers in the Catholic Church that is devoted exclusively to education. Affiliation is the highest and rarest honor bestowed by The De La Salle Christian Brothers. By affiliation, men and women, lay, religious, and members of the clergy are made members of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. At great personal sacrifice, affiliated members have participated to an extraordinary degree in the life and work of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. Dr. Mary Catherine Fox lives the reality of faith, service and community on a daily basis. Dr. Mary Catherine Fox is a well-respected 1975 graduate of Saint Mary’s and has been employed at her alma mater since 1990, serving as dean of the School of Business, Computer Science and Media Communications; vice president for University Relations; and professor of Interdisciplinary Studies.

She was a delegate to the De La Salle Christian Brothers USA/ Toronto Regional Assembly in 2005 and the 1st International Assembly on Association & Mission in 2006. She served on the first Midwest District Mission Council including a term as chair, and has also served on the board of directors for Saint Mary’s Press. She received a Distinguished Lasallian Educator Award at the Huether Conference in 2013. She serves on the advisory board of the Institute for Lasallian Studies at Saint Mary’s, and has presented at both the International Leadership Conference of the International Association of Lasallian Universities and the Regional Lasallian Leadership Institute. Class of 1976 Congratulations to Linda Brummel Wrona as she was named “Woman of Inspiration” by Annunciation Parish in Aurora, IL. Dr. Julie Lies-Keilty, a long time Aurora resident and business person, recently purchased her father’s dental practice where she has performed dentistry for almost 25 years. At her new business, City of Lights Dental, she specializes in general dentistry, Cerek Crowns (same-day crowns), Cosmetic Dentistry, Implants and Dentistry for Children. Active in the community, Dr. J. offers free dentistry to the needy through Fox Valley’s Dentist with a Heart. She also provides dental exams for Aurora area school children, and participates in Operation Snowball, an alcohol and drug prevention program focusing on leadership development to empower youth the lead drug-free lives. Julie has three grown children and is an active parishioner at St. Katherine Drexel Catholic Church in Sugar Grove where she serves on the pro-life committee. Stop in and say hello to Dr. J. at 1940 W. Galena, Aurora or visit www.cityoflightsdental.com. Class of 1983 In September, 2012, Becky Whitt Vinehout had a right temporal lobectomy brain surgery. Becky developed Surgical Hair Design. Look Good On The Outside, Feel Better On The Inside! It is the first step to the healing process before head surgery even begins and offers a sense of control. A person’s hairstyle plays a huge role in how they feel about themselves physically and psychologically everyday. Becky would like to see people take advantage of the medical advancements which have excelled for epilepsy/neurological care. She stands behind brain surgeries for introducing a better quality of life and Surgical Hair Design to emotionally support the recovery process. By the way, Becky’s surgery was highly successful and recovery experience exceptional. She now lives seizure free! To learn more about surgical hairstyles visit www.SurgicalHairDesign.com. Class of 1985 Maria Roble of Chicago recently received a Literary Classics Gold Award for her book, “The Magician’s Doll.” The award, which recognizes top books for children and young adults, was bestowed in the Pre-Teen Fantasy category.

Alumnae Class News and Notes South Dakota-based Literary Classics takes great pride in its role to help promote classic literature which appeals to youth, while educating and encouraging positive values in the impressionable young minds of future generations. Judging for the Gold Award was based on the criteria set forth by Literary Classics’ highly selective awards committee, which honors books promoting character, vision, creativity and learning through content that possesses key elements found in well-crafted literature. The Literary Classics judging committee consists of experts with backgrounds in publishing, writing, editing, design, illustration, and book reviewing. The recent Gold Award earned by Roble complements a Children’s Literary Classics Seal of Approval that “The Magician’s Doll” received earlier this year. In addition, the book also garnered national recognition from the 8thAnnual 2014 National Indie Excellence® Awards, in which it was chosen as a finalist for the Pre-Teen Fiction category Class of 1992 Kirsten Kubala Cleveland welcomed Chance Edward Cleveland on October 27, 2014. He weighed 7 pounds and 9 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Kirsten is not only a Rosary alumna but also coached JV soccer from 2004-2007 & taught PE and Social Studies from 2006-2007 at Rosary. She currently teaches Social Studies and coaches soccer in HBR429. Dr. Paula Weistroffer was the recipient of the 2014 Collegiate Teaching Award at The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics. Class of 1999 Congratulations to Meghan Wollangk Whelan and her husband James on the birth of their son Benjamin Luke Whelan on February 4, 2014. He weighed 8 lbs. and was 19 inches long. His big brother Jackson, who is three years old, loves his little brother and is a big help! Allison Hepola and her husband Andrew Poker welcomed their son John Thomas Poker on June 9, 2014. John joins big sister Magdalena (age 6). Allison is an assistant professor of philosophy at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. Class of 2000 Mireya Corral Rocha and husband, Rigoberto Rocha (picture) celebrated their daughter, Isabella’s baptism on Sunday, August 10th with friends and family. Isabella was all smiles! Class of 2001 Tannia Galindo was married to Ivan Acevedo on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Congratulations Tannia!

Class of 2004 Megan Hartranft recently moved back to Illinois to accept a faculty appointment as assistant professor of pharmacy practice at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. In addition to her academic activities, Megan is a clinical oncology pharmacist at Rush University Medical Center, where she has developed a clinic within the Cancer Center for education and follow-up of patients receiving orally administered chemotherapy medications. Class of 2005 Best wishes to Katie Hartranft Shields as she was married on August 16, 2014 to Ezra Shields at St. Patrick Catholic Church in St. Charles. Megan Hartranft ‘04 served as Maid of Honor. Class of 2007 Katherine Wenzel Soris and her husband, Brandon welcomed her son Adam Christopher Soris on June 19, 2014. He weighed 7 lbs 4 ounces and was 19 inches long! Colleen Hurley wrote to tell us she is engaged to be married on June 4, 2016. She said, “Mike proposed in Saugatuck, MI, on September 27, 2014—just five days before I found out that I passed the Illinois bar exam! We will be getting married in our new hometown and new parish in Oak Park, IL. Reception to follow in my childhood hometown, at the Geneva Golf Club, IL.” Best wishes, Colleen! Class of 2008 Congratulations to Lauren Beall who just graduated from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL in May 2014 with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She completed two years of undergraduate coursework at Dominican University, before going on to complete four years of graduate school. She has recently accepted a position as a pharmacist with Jewel Osco. Best wishes to Elizabeth Stoecker Fox who was married on June 21, 2014 at Holy Angels Church in Aurora, IL. She and her husband reside in Ohio. Class of 2009 Caitlin Fry is currently working at WGN Radio 720 AM Chicago in the newsroom and programming department. She has been working on a three-part series on women religious. She had the opportunity to interview her Rosary classmate Deborah Happ (picture) as she begins her postulancy. You can listen to the series at wgnradio. com. (Photo courtesy of WGN Radio) Class of 2010 Erin Kofron received her Bachelor of Arts in Applied Mathematics and her Bachelor of Arts in French, cum laude, from Saint Louis University on May 16, 2014. In September 2014, Erin began working

Alumnae Class News and Notes as a Quantitative Analyst in the Financial Risk Management department at Milliman, an actuarial consulting firm in Chicago. Congratulations, Erin!

Congresswoman in Washington, D.C.; in the autumn, I’ll write one of two theses and continue a research project in Kazakhstan next year.

Danielle Hyatt and Anthony Vecchiolla were married on July 4, 2014 at the Patrick C. Haley Mansion in Joliet, Illinois. They now reside in Chicago, Illinois.

“Aside from those paper-writing skills alumnae always talk about, I’ve come to believe that the most important part of Rosary was the constant notion that we were worth investing in ourselves: not only the sacrifices our families made, but the ideas, the service hours, the debates in theology classes. Above all, the notion that inside all of us was something to cultivate.”

Class of 2011 Caroline Elkin has been very busy—in Russia and in the USA! She shares some of her experiences here—thank you, Caroline. Caroline is pictured in Pskov, a city on the RussianEstonian border, with a typical Russian Orthodox church in the background. “My former classmates and teachers were not particularly surprised to hear I spent junior year of college in Moscow. Since childhood, my thoughts have been consumed with Russia. I didn’t always have a clear idea of how to get there, or why I cared so much, but over the past few years I have made strides towards figuring out my dreams in life. “Rosary stood out to me as a school where I could pursue everything that interested me--I took four years of science, math, French, and band; and had honors classes, college credits, electives and extracurriculars on my schedule too. Even in high school, I had a certain result in mind--studying something like International Relations and, finally, learning to speak Russian in college. “I chose Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA based on its International Studies and Russian majors, and very strong academically-oriented study abroad programs around the world--including in Moscow. At first I waffled, but by spring of freshman year I’d decided to spend nine months of junior year abroad. “In Moscow, some days flew by and some were freezing and difficult, but I was consistently proud of my decision. Living with a host mom and listening to her kitchen radio all day made me very nearly fluent; I tutored English, interned with an organization that runs exchange programs, watched ballets at the Bolshoi Theatre for $3, and started volunteering as a translator at the Gulag Museum. I took classes like “Contemporary Foreign Policy of the Russian Federation” as the Ukrainian situation evolved in the spring. “In some ways the variety, the work and fun and long political debates from my time in Russia reflect my experience at Rosary. Looking back now, though, I’m amused that I ever felt like an adult when I graduated from high school. Over the past few years I’ve become much more determined and committed to making things happen in my life. This summer I interned for a

Elizabeth Healy graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of St. Francis on December 30, 2014. Congratulations! Melissa Huedem has also been busy — in Chicago! She is currently a senior at Columbia College Chicago; earning a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Fiction Writing. She wrote a short story that was published in a book, “Chicago After Dark” released on September 15, 2014. The book is an anthology comprised of 31 stories written by college students in the city of Chicago. To purchase the book and for more information, see www.cclapcenter.com/chicagoafterdark. Class of 2013 Kaleigh Ellis is one of a group of students active in Campus Ministry at Saint Mary’s College who are rising to meet a challenge facing the Catholic Church: a significant drop in young women practicing the faith. Students at this Catholic, women’s college are organizing a letter-writing response to Pope Francis’ outreach to youth called “Voices of Young Catholic Women.” They’re inviting Catholic women of the Millennial Generation (born between 1981-1995) to write the pope about their love for the Catholic tradition and ideas for how the Church might better reach their demographic. Madison Richmond has contracted in to the JROTC program at Northern Illinois University. She has participated in the program for the past year and a half in the Color Guard, where she presented the flags at school sporting events, and in Mission Support, where she assisted in the training of NIU’s new mascot, Mission. Madison plans to graduate with a degree in Biological Sciences, and then to commission into the United States Army as a 2nd Lieutenant, where she hopes to branch into medical services and become an Army dentist. Haley Kilbride has been named the 2014 All-Conference Team Player of the Year by the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference in Women’s Soccer. She had an excellent season with Waubonsee Community College—they were undefeated in conference play. Way to go, Haley! Class of 2014 Victoria Phipps was the top scoring Spartan as the Aurora University Women’s golf team captured the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference Championship. Victoria finished third overall with a three day score of 262 (92-87-83). Her final day

Alumnae Class News and Notes

Alumnae Ice Cream Social

83 was the second best 18-hole score in the three days among the 45 individual competitors. The Goyao sisters set a record in singles tennis Benedictine! Andrea Goyao (‘14) and Micah Goyao (‘12) have combined to go 16-2 this season in singles matches, and the performances of the two sisters has propelled Benedictine University to a 39-15 overall singles record. Benedictine has also gone 17-10 in doubles, with the top pairing of Andrea Goyao and Kam Haifleigh going 7-2.

Rosary Alumnae Monthly Online Newsletter We publish a monthly newsletter for alumnae. Get the information sooner – Alumnae and Rosary High School events, weddings, births and much more. If you would like to receive the email newsletter, just update your information by logging in to our website at www.rosaryhs.com. The monthly newsletter includes articles not included in the Rosary Review magazine.

We were so pleased to welcome back current college students for our annual ice cream social on December 18 at Rosary. The students were able to catch up with teachers, staff, current Rosary students and each other while building their own sundaes. It was a treat to welcome you back to Rosary!

Rosary’s Website – rosaryhs.com Have you checked out the Rosary website recently? One of the features is an online community especially for alumnae. Once you log in, you can build your own profile and link it to other social media sites. Search for classmates in the online directory. Share news, class notes, prayer requests and memories on our message boards. You can also keep your information up to date in your profile. Don’t forget to notify us for all address, phone and email address changes. Not only do the address changes save Rosary postage, but you will continue to receive your Rosary Review magazine.

Alumna Presents Staff Inservice at Rosary Rosary was pleased to welcome back Elizabeth Williams (‘71) for a faculty/staff retreat day in October. A native of Aurora, she also attended St. Rita of Cascia. Ms. Williams is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience in social service organizations and in private practice. She is now the Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator for Sacred Heart-Griffin High School in Springfield, also sponsored by the Springfield Dominican Sisters. The restreat day was dedicated to the anti-racism initiative of the Springfield Dominicans. This initiative calls on us to identify and understand systemic racism as it occurs in our institutions and to practice and promote anti-racism. Topics covered included: why diversity matters, how our perceptions are formed and experienced, the power of language in diversity, systemic training, inclusion, and invisibility.

Alumnae Currie Wedding = Rosary Reunion Classes of ‘70, ‘71, ‘72, ‘80, ‘85, ‘97, ‘99, ‘00, ‘02, ‘05, ‘06, ‘11 Jeannie Guzauskas Currie (mother of the bride) and the Guzauskas/ Currie clan of alumnae at the wedding of daughter Angie Currie (‘05) and Mike Biancalana on September 20 at St. Theresa Church in Palatine. Front Row (from left): Fr Charles Reichenbacher (Marmion Abbey, Priest at Currie-Biancalana Wedding), Jenny Wilmes (‘06), Angie Currie Biancalana (‘05), Jeannie Guzauskas Currie (‘72), Mike Biancalana. Second Row: Karen Guzauskas Oleckno (‘70), Bonnie Currie Reder (‘80), Marie Currie Wilmes (‘71), Biz Currie (‘85), Sr. Catherine Mary Currie (‘70) Third Row: Danielle Reder (‘11), Kayte O’Brien Sleep (‘05), Sarah Currie (‘99) Fourth Row: Valerie Currie Verdoorn (‘02), Rachel Hamsmith (‘05), Amanda Patricoski (‘05), Christine Wilmes (‘97) Fifth Row: Joanna Hirsch (‘06), Jennifer Feltes Guzauskas (‘00)

Rosary Classes Gather for Summer/Fall Reunions

The Class of 1994’s 20th Reunion was held July 26. The group started with dinner at Reuland’s then went on to Ballydoyle. Some Rosary faculty and staff were able to attend!

The Class of 1984’s 30th Reunion was held June 6 at Ballydoyle in Aurora. Classmates attended from New York, Florida and North Carolina. The Class of 1974 (left) began their 40th Reunion September 19 at Ballydoyle Irish Pub, then gathered in the Rosary Library on September 20 for a luncheon and tour. The event was planned by Rhonda Austin Nelson and Teri Miller Martini (right).

Annual Report 2013-2014 Dear Rosary Family, It is with a sense of expectation for the future that we present to you the Rosary High School Annual Report of investment for 2013-2014. Rosary High School is an educational institution of which you are an extremely vital participant and of which you can be very proud. This report demonstrates the generosity of our investors and the stewardship of these gifts. As investors and stakeholders, you provide an ever-expanding horizon for our students as they seek an academic and spiritual education grounded in ethical leadership and social responsibility. Tuition alone simply does not provide the revenue necessary for day-to-day operations. Thanks to your generosity, Rosary High School continues to offer an exceptional education — spiritually, academically, and socially. Your generous donations touch each of our students every day. In fact, gifts to the Rosary Fund are used for spiritual development, tuition assistance, faculty and staff salaries, extracurricular activities, athletics, library and computer resources, instructional tools, building maintenance, and more. We are grateful to all those who give support and guidance to our young women, serving as investors, parents, teachers, administrators, coaches, and mentors. You are faithful partners in the mission of Rosary High School to educate and develop Christian leaders in the Dominican tradition. We are proud of the graduating class of 2014 and their accomplishments: • • • • • • • •

100% College Bound $10.2 Million in College Scholarships 36 National Honor Society Members 21 Illinois State Scholars 25.5 ACT Average Composite 10 Catherine of Siena Scholars 1 National Merit Finalist 5 National Merit Commended Students

It is with heartfelt gratitude that I thank you for your support of our Rosary students. Your donations and gifts are an investment in our future. Together, we will continue to strengthen this great tradition at Rosary High School. May God continue to bless you and your loved ones. With gratitude,

Sr. Ann Brummel, O.P. Principal

Annual Report 2013-2014 Board of Directors Springfield Dominican Sisters MEMBER BOARD Sr. Rose Marie Riley, O.P. Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sr. Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P. Sr. Kathleen Cour, O.P. Sr. Kathlyn Mulcahy, O.P. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. Sue Arnold Mr. Pete Bakala Mrs. Kathy (Novack ‘76) Benoit Mrs. Lori (May ‘78) Bergman Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sr. M. Dominica Brennan, O.P. Sr. Ann Brummel, O.P. Mrs. Marge Bryan Mr. Doug Cheatham Mr. Austin Dempsey Mrs. Debbi Ellis Dr. Diane Fabrizius ‘76 Mrs. Vera Feltes Sr. Kathleen Gallagher, O.P. Mr. John Heneghan Mrs. Diane (Lenert ‘77) Hurrell Mrs. Teresa Rosa Jackson Mrs. Michele Kelly Mr. Andy Konovodoff Mr. Steve Miller Mr. John Reale Mr. Mike Roche, Board Chair Sr. Jean Patrice Schingel, O.P. Mr. Jerry Trannel Mrs. Madelyn (Freid ‘95) Weed Secretary of Board Sr. Catherine Mary Currie, O.P.

Board Committees FINANCE Doug Cheatham (Chair) Kathy Benoit Marge Bryan John Heneghan Lisa Mosquera Mike Roche Jerry Trannel PLANT COMMITTEE John Reale (Chair)

Auxiliary Officers Lori Bergman Andrew Konovodoff Mary Lou Kunold Scott Wade MARKETING Steve Miller (Chair) Sue Arnold Vicki Danklefsen Michele Kelly Meg Olsen Teresa Rosa Jackson DEVELOPMENT Austin Dempsey (Chair) Pete Bakala Vera Feltes Sr. Francene Harbauer, O.P. Deborah Olson Sherry See Madelyn Weed

Alumnae Board Debbie Olson ‘70, Director Melissa Reinbold ‘94, Secretary Ann Edwards ‘70, Treasurer Sr. Catherine Mary Currie, O.P. ‘70, Faculty Colleen Evert, Faculty FINE ARTS BOOSTERS Tom Jassoy, President Jeff Strolle, Vice-President Debbie James, Secretary Larry Lewek, Treasurer Parents’ Auxiliary Sharyl DeWane, President Kathryn Jarecki, Vice-President Patty Stefanski, Secretary

MISSION INTEGRATION

Debbie Wilkinson, Treasurer

Diane Fabrizius (Chair) Sr. M. Dominica Brennan, O.P. Debbi Ellis Sr. Kathleen Gallagher, O.P. Dianne Hurrell Sandy Iwanski Sr. Jean Patrice Schingel, O.P.

Mary Kay Crantz, Past President

SELECTION /EVALUATION OF DIRECTORS

Sue Paradis, Secretary

Pete Bakala (Chair) Sue Arnold Debbi Ellis Diane Hurrell Teresa Rosa Jackson Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Sr. Catherine Mary Currie, O.P. Sr. Bernadette Marie McGuire, O.P. SELECTION/EVALUATION OF PRESIDENT/PRINCIPAL Sr. Barbara Blesse, O.P. Doug Cheatham Sr. Catherine Mary Currie, O.P. Diane Fabrizius Sr. Bernadette Marie McGuire, O.P. John Reale Mike Roche

Sports Boosters Greg Popovich, President Bob Winkle, Vice-President Dave Young, Treasurer Student Council Nelson Jenig ‘14, President Paige DeWane ‘14, Vice-President Brittany Hamling ‘15, Secretary Madeline Saloga ‘15, Treasurer

Veritas Society Veritas Society Membership Veritas is the Latin word for truth, which is the guiding principle behind the mission of Rosary High School. Veritas Members are the foundation of the Rosary Appeal. Membership is open to all alumnae, individuals, families, and businesses who make an annual gift of $1000 or more to the Rosary Appeal. Each year, Rosary counts on leadership gifts such as these to provide program enhancements in the areas of technology, faculty enrichment, scholarships, and student activities.

Veritas Society Annual Membership

Silver:

$25,000 - $49,999

Emerald:

$10,000 - $24,999

Circle of Honor: $25,000+

Our Lady’s Circle: $10,000 - $24,999 St. Dominic’s Circle: $5,000 - $9,999

Visionary Circle: $2,500 - $4,999

Principal’s Circle: $1,000 - $2,499

Veritas Society Lifetime Membership (Reflects lifetime generosity) Diamond:

$500,000 or more

Ruby:

$100,000 - $499,999

Gold:

$50,000 - $99,999

Veritas Life Members are honored with a hand-carved wooden rose and nameplate on the beautiful Veritas Tree in the Rosary High School foyer. In addition, all members receive the following: •

Inclusion in the daily prayers of the Sisters, faculty and students

•

An invitation to the annual Veritas Mass and dinner

•

Printed recognition in the CandleRose Honors Book, Annual Report, and Rosary High School newsletter

Veritas Society Life Members RUBY ($100,000 to $499,999)

Gerard and Robyn Dempsey

Aurora Catholic Education Foundation

Ron and Mary Pat (Cherwin ‘67) Esposito

Charles and Melanie Calbeck Sr. Paul and Linda Fritz James and Dorothy Hughes Sr. Michael and Dorothy O’Brien Arthur Wiesbrook

GOLD ($50,000 to $99,999)

Roderick and Margaret (McEnroe ‘68) Walker David and Annemarie (Carey ‘81) York

Diane Fabrizius, M.D. ‘76 Leanne Feuerborn Manuel and Wanda Garcia Frank and Eileen Harbauer William and Catherine Hart Thomas and Trudy Huberty Stephen and Alexandra Juriga

Robert and Jane Barkei

William and Pat Libert

Andrea Billhardt

Arnold and Donna Lies, Jr.

Howard and Vera Feltes

Patrick and Marilyn McGowan

Richard and Jean O’Brien

Thomas and Elaine Mulligan

Michael and Linda (Deutsch ‘69) Roche

Robert and Marcia Novack

Rosary Alumnae Association

Ingrid O’Brien

Martha A. Schomer

Scott and Elizabeth O’Connor

Chuck and Tami Stencel

Larry and Mary Rakunas Bill and Kathleen (Hartnett ’72) Roe

SILVER ($25,000 to $49,999)

Carol Schalz

Richard and Carol Bakala

Michael and Mary Smale

Richard Bodie, M.D.

Brian and Lisa Tonner

John and Paula (Schiltz ‘70) Cibulskis

Jerald and Diane Trannel

EMERALD ($10,000 to $24,999) Michael and Deanna Ahasic Stephen and Susan Anderson Daniel and Laurie Bachleda Luis and Vivienne Balcita Jerry and Cindy Benson Jay and Lori (May ‘78) Bergman Jerome and Charlene Bettag Melvin and Cecelia Boule Fred and Lillian Brummel John G. and Marge Bryan John P. Bryan Paul and Paula Buddy John and Mary Callahan John and Shelley Campbell Thomas and Susan (O’Brien ‘78) Choice Carol Cibulskis

Veritas Society Veritas Society Life Members Emerald (continued)

Keith and Arlene Landberg

William and Ali Schneider

Daleiden Mortuary/Anastasia ‘84 & Stephanie Daleiden ‘83

Dan and Linda Leonardi

Bernard Schupbach

Gerald and Mary Liesen

William and Joyce Seibold

Peter and JoAnn Daleiden

Lifetouch/ Thomas and Marilyn Leuer

Mark and Kate (Morrow ‘95) Shaw

Federico and Jacalyn (Weistroffer ‘85) d’Escoto

Thomas and Carole Liske

Michael and Karen Siemer

John and Julie Loftus

Mark and Cathy Sorrentino

William and Elizabeth Loftus

Keith and Dorothy Stanley

Roy and Anette Logan

Kurt and Mary Steckbeck

Jon and Christine (Rutsay ‘86) Lundell

Thomas and Karen Stemper

James and Dorothy Lynch

Bob and Roberta (Johnson ‘76) Stubing

Daniel and Jane (Garvey ‘76) Mattoon

Randall and Margaret Tavierne

Ellen Barnes ‘70 & James McGough

Donald and Cheryl Thurow

John and Lee Ann McKay (‘82)

Williamand Carolyn Vail

Patrick and MaryAnn McNally

Paul and Jane Waigand

Faith Etheredge and John Medernach

Audrey B. Walan

Calvin and Ann Miller

Lloyd and Sylvia Wegman

Lisa Mistretta ‘76

Gerald and Phyllis Weistroffer

Michael and Mary Jane (Feltes ‘78) Murphy

David and Ruth Wenzel

Joseph Della Maria Lisa Mia (Maley ‘84) Deufel Thomas and Marianne Dieter Jeffrey and Sheridan Ellis Ed and Colleen Evert Timothy and Karla (Weber ‘72) Feltes Feltes Sand and Gravel Co. Robert and Sheila (Hughes ‘78) Fitzsimmons Fox River Foods/Kenneth Nagel Richard and Kathleen Furgason Kevin and Kathleen Gallagher Michael and Julie Garofalo Ed and Patricia Garrity Geneva Construction/The Bryan Family Jeffrey and Donna Gillen John and Ann (Yunger ‘75) Hagemann Kenneth and Patricia Hartmann

Robert and Mary Jane Nagel Oberweis Foundation/Marie Oberweis Kevin and Mart O’Connor

John and Patricia Heneghan

Old Second National Bank/ Doug Cheatham & Libby (Johnson ‘79) Scanlan

John and Virlyn Herley and Family

Susan (Bakala ‘80) Agnew Ostermeier

The John Hogan Family

Matthew and Suzanne Paradis

Robert and Rita Hupp

Mark and Marjorie Peters

David and Carol Hurrle

Jerry and Jane (O’Brien ‘72) Pigatti

Rick and Anne (Benoit ‘73) Hutter

Richard and Dee Pugliese

Richard and Johanette Jones

Timothy and Kate Reuland

George and Dianne Kackert

Joseph and Helen Rippinger

David and Denise Kallas

River Heights Veterinary Hospital/ Stephen Juriga

George and Lynn Havlicek

Robert and Renee Kirtley Michael and Renee (Richard ‘83) Kluber Vincent and Shirley Konen Paul and Anne (Parker ‘86) Krause James and Christine Kukla

Kenneth and Carole Nagel

Gary and Mary Ruth Roberts Steve and Mary Sager William and Mary Lou (Solfisburg ‘67 Scanlon

Kenneth and Carol Wood

Veritas Society Veritas Society Annual Members Circle of Honor ($25,000 or more)

Michael & Mary Smale

IBM Corporation

Randall & Margaret Tavierne

Thomas Jassoy & Rose Roberts-Jassoy

Aurora Catholic Education Foundation

Brian & Lisa Tonner

Stephen & Alexandra Juriga

Dorothy O’Brien

Our Lady’s Circle ($10,000 - $24,999)

Alden & Betty Kilian

Pillars Circle ($1,000 - $2,499)

Andrew & Mary Klug

Richard & Carol Bakala

Erik & Sheila (Trannel ‘04) Larson

Lillian Brummel

Gerald & Cynthia Benson

Charles & Melanie Calbeck

Richard Bodie

Daniel & Linda Leonardi

John Bryan

St. Dominic’s Circle ($5,000 - $9,999) Robert & Jane Barkei Jay & Lorraine (May ‘78) Bergman

Thomas & Susan (O’Brien ‘78) Choice Carol Cibulskis Christopher & Jean (Tremaine ‘74) Clementz

Andrea Billhardt

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

Edward & Gloria (Casey ‘80) Bollinger

David & Erica (Mueller ‘86) Cox

Marge Bryan

James & Angela Coxworth

Paul & Linda Fritz

Mary Ann (Witt ‘82) Curtis

David & Denise Kallas

Gerard & Robyn Dempsey

Ingrid O’Brien

James & Stacy (Trannel ‘01) Devine

Matthew & Suzanne Paradis

Jennifer Doyle ‘92

Jerry & Jane (O’Brien ‘72) Pigatti

Carlos & Jackie Duarte

John & Lynn Reale

Ron & Mary Pat (Cherwin ‘67) Esposito

Michael & Linda (Deutsch ‘69) Roche

Diane Fabrizius ‘76

Bill & Kathleen (Hartnett ‘72) Roe

Vera Feltes

Sherry See

Leanne Feuerborn

Kate (Morrow ‘95) Shaw

Jason & Misti Fredstrom Geneva Construction Company

Robert & Patricia Krohn Thomas & Marilyn Leuer William Libert III Gerald & Mary Liesen William & Elizabeth Loftus Lumberman’s Wholesale, Inc. Joseph & Debra Marovich Bradley McDonald & Cathleen Downs-McDonald Timothy & Tracey Michel Calvin & Ann Miller Steve & Tracy Miller Lisa Mistretta ‘76 Kenneth & Carole Nagel New York Life Insurance Co. Robert & Marcia Novack William & Karri Novack Suadad & Shahla Nyaeme Susan (Bakala ‘80) Ostermeier Mark & Marjorie Peters Binh & Vi Pho Greg & Judy Popovich Larry & Mary Rakunas

Visionary Circle ($2,500 - $4,999)

Bahram & Patrice (Leffelman ‘90) Ghaderi

Federico & Jacalyn (Weistroffer ‘85) d’Escoto

James & Julie Gosselin

Joseph & Helen Rippinger

Kay Gotter

River Heights Veterinary Clinic

Damian & Christine Eallonardo

William & Catherine Hart

Gary & Mary Ruth Roberts

Jeffrey & Sheridan Ellis

Brian & Susan Harvey

Tom & Angela Rothengass

Lary & Jean Hawkins

Spencer & Ann (Cordes ‘70) Hastert

Miguel & Maria Saltijeral

Robert & Ann Hyler

John & Patricia Heneghan

William & Joyce Seibold

Kevin & Carole King

Thomas & Trudy Huberty

James & Donna Shaw

Brian & Elizabeth Lawinger

Rita Hupp

Catherine Siemer ‘04

Thomas & Patricia Schreiber

David & Carol Hurrle

Michael & Karen Siemer

Timothy & Kate Reuland

Veritas Society Veritas Society Annual Members (continued) Philip & Maureen (Flynn ‘78) Skerda

Jerry & Diane Trannel

Corporate Matching Gifts

Speers, Reuland & Cibulskis, P.C.

Roderick & Margaret (McEnroe ‘68) Walker

Exelon Corporation Mark Draper

Bruce & Margaret (Ewen ‘81) Steinberg Charles & Tami Stencel Barrett & Susan Summers Superior Beverage Aubrey Thompson

Michael & Mary Ann Wangler David & Ruth Wenzel Donald & Beth Young Mary Jo Zoghby

Maureen (Zilly ‘98) Tracy

Gelber Foundation Michael Wangler Hanover Insurance Group Todd Bavery IBM David Cox

Catherine of Siena Society The Catherine of Siena Society recognizes the generosity and vision of individuals who, through their wills, estates, life insurance, or other means, plan a gift to Rosary High School.

Morgan Stanley Karen Perillo Motorola Corporation William Mertka New York Life Tom and Rose Jassoy

The following individuals have notified us of their intentions to include Rosary in their will, estate plan, or other planned gift:

Wells Fargo Foundation Timothy Michel

Robert and Jane Barkei Valerie Bednarz ’87 Andrea Billhardt

Gifts In Kind

Mary Ellen Connolly Nina Cunningham

Tom and Elaine Mulligan

Mary Ann (Witt ’82) Curtis

Dorothy O’Brien

Melissa (Feltes ’98) and Austin Dempsey

Gary and Beth Riggle

Thomas and Marianne Dieter

Bernie Schupbach

Jennifer Doyle ’92

Robert and Alberta Schiltz

Ed and Colleen Evert

Helmut and Sandra Seifert

Idilus LLC Michael Colucci

Vera Feltes

Charles and Tami Stencel Marilee Viola

John Medernach

Jeffrey and Donna Gillen David and Carol Hurrle

Arthur Weisbrook 

Louis and Mary LaBuda

Buzz and Carol Wood

Diane (Nagel ’70) Lange

Carol Ann Zaha ‘71

Charles and Sue Lane

Jennifer (Wagner ’84) Zamecki

William and Patricia Libert III Gerald and Mary Liesen Frank and Marianne Miller Mark and Stacy Miller

Cranberry Gift House Faith Etheredge Gold Medal Products Co. Pete Bakala

Photography by Feltes Jack Feltes PPG Industries Pat Jennings Volt Electric Luisa Bronski

Rosary Appeal Rosary Annual Appeal 2013-14 (Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014) Principal’s Society ($500 - $999)

Lou Anne (Geist ‘71) Miller

Cathleen Carlson

James & Kathleen Morton

Timothy & Cynthia Casey

Patricia Abell

Doug & Mary (Wood ‘81) Olson

Brian & Diane Cole

American Sportswear, Inc.

Michael & Karen Perillo

Stephen & Susan Anderson

Kent & April (Dahlin ‘71) Schielke

Lott Coleman & Mary Tornabene Coleman

Pete & Eileen Bakala

Michael & Nancy Shares

Donald & Karen Collins

Todd & Kelly Bavery

Michael & Kathryn (Funkey ‘94) Skoglund

Mary Ellen Connolly Jeff & Vicki Danklefsen

Gary & Molly (Carey ‘82) Smith

Richard & Marlene Deck

Thomas & Karen Stemper

Carl & Charlene Dedrick

Rick & Mary Thielen

Steven & Alice Deller

Gregory & Julie Thomas

Brent & Laura Dempsey

Marilee Viola ‘73

Mark & Renee Draper

Audrey Walan

Sara Dreishmire

Leon & Nancy Weistroffer

Kevin & Deborah Ellis

Wells Fargo Foundation

Katherine Elsner

Melvin & Cecilia Boule John & Theresa (Kilian ‘71) Bowen Patrick & Joanne Callahan William & Tami Carlson Copy King Office Solutions, Inc. Joseph & Janet Dant David & Deborah Di Iorio John & Charlene (Bolly ‘70) Dwyer Elite Sports Performance Complex LLC Robert & Sheila (Hughes ‘78) Fitzsimmons Richard & Kathleen Furgason

Blue & White Society ($100 - $499)

Verlyn & Beverly Erickson Frank & Carol (Duffy’73) Evans Ed & Colleen Evert

Christina Anderson

Exelon Corporation

Michael Anderson

Marie Fabrizius

Paul & Christine Sobek

James & Beth Faunce

Keith & Margaret (Fox ‘76) Arndt

Agnes Fayfar

Luis & Vivienne Balcita

First Centennial Mortgage

William & Ruthann Barbel

James & Carol Fischer

Greg & Mary Barker

David & Maria Fisher

Delia Basile

Paul & Janet Fitzpatrick

Josephine Johnson

Louis & Anne Beccavin

Joe Fraser & Debbie Gatza

K. Hovnanian T & C Homes at Illinois, LLC

Charlie & Teresa (Johnson ‘71) Beck

Frank & Jeanne (Moran ‘79) Frazel

Kathleen (Novack ‘76) Benoit

Michael & Judith Frigo

Eugene & Virginia Kluber

Mark & Joanne Bernhard

Caitlin Fry ‘09

James & Colleen Knauf

Kenneth & Judy Bill

Martha Gass ‘82

Theodore & Suzanne Kubala

BP Foundation, Inc.

Ralph & Colleen Gatrone

James & Christine Kukla

Edwin & Nancy Brenski

James & Germaine Gembeck

Mark Macur

Janet Bubb

Jeffrey & Donna Gillen

Joseph & Teresa (Miller ‘74) Martini

Buchar Family Chiropractic

Margie Goliak

Steven & Sandra (Bierbauer ‘90) McCoy

Roy & Karen Buchert

Luis Deborah Gordon

Tom & Marcia McKee

Eugene Buldak

Eugene & Jeanine Gordon

Ian & Laurie (Miller ‘81) McNeill

David & Teresa Burdelak

Nicholas & Carolyn Gordon

William & Susan Mertka

Darrell & Cecilia Butlett

Meg Gorecki ‘85

Scott & Cynthia (Crow ‘70) Miller

C. Neil Kay, B.D.S., M.S.

Edward & Pat Garrity Patricia Garrity ‘75 Daniel & Dana Gauthier Gelber Foundation Kenneth & Patricia Hartmann Jennifer Hinkle ‘96 Kathy (Casey ‘75) Jarecki Kimberly Jesseman-Stull

Rosary Appeal Rosary Annual Appeal

Blue & White Society (continued)

Albert & Mary Ann McCoy

Thomas & Pamela Rogers

Bob & Judy McCue

Margaret Ryan

Troy & Madeline Gower

John & Erin (Mulligan ‘91) McFarlane

Steven & Denise Sagerian

Edward & Linette Graham

Timothy & Jeanne McLean

Edward & Sue Saloga

Frank & Linda Gruber

Philip & Merilyn Meere

Kyle & Sarah (Edmeier ‘98) Saltijeral

Michael & Michele Haddad

Mark Mehrer & Denise Hodges

Frank & Shelley (Reding ‘70) Saltijeral

Hanover Insurance Group

Donna Metzler

Havlicek Builders Inc.

Robert & Patricia Michels

Timothy & Sarah (Johnson ‘77) Sandman

Richard Herwaldt

Frank & Marianne Miller

William & Barb (Long ‘66) Hess

Robert & Ann Miller

David & Sandy Hipp

Joseph & Marilyn Moore

James & Carol Hirner

Morgan Stanley Matching Gifts

Terence & Mary (Nickels ‘71) Hoffman

Paul & Lisa Mosquera

Gary & Joan (Plachetka ‘74) Horneman

Motorola Foundation

Jeremiah & Elaine Hurley

Brandi Myers ‘93

Paul & Sandy Iwanski

Daniel & Cindy (Marsh ‘66) Nagis

Jerome & Janice Kalita

Barbara Neustadt

Michael & Patricia (Bryan ‘80) Kimutis

Dennis & Sharon Nickels

Jeff & Melissa (Seifert ‘97) Kodat

James & Barbara Nothnagel

Konen Insurance Agency Inc.

Richard & Jean O’Brien

Randy & Bonnie Kopp

J. Patrick & Kathleen O’Connor

Paul & Anne (Parker ‘86) Krause

Lenore O’Halloran

Mary Lou Kunold

Tom & Meg Olsen

Richard & Virginia Lamermayer

Marilyn Orso

Jeff & Beth (Roberts ‘72) Lang

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church

Howard & Nancy (Meggesin ‘69) Lemcke

John & Georgiana Pasulka

Arnold & Donna Lies

Michael & Katharina Pattermann

Lifetouch

Erik & Anna Pettyjohn

Peter & Cheri Lo Destro

Catherine Pezanoski

Mira Lee Loran

Philip & Kristin (Colletti ‘90) Piscopo

Kim Macygin ‘90 Robert & Katherine (Bryan ‘76) Madden

Robert (Bob) & Catherine (Rice ‘71) Platt

Doug & Peggy Maley

Nicola Pope ‘86

John & Sarah Mansour

Anne Porter ‘85

Marmion Academy

Prairie View Orthodontics, Ltd.

Inge Martin

Quidlibet Research Inc.

Jerry & Pat May

Robert & Mary Jo (Marsh ‘71) Rickert

Paul & Mary Mayer

Kevin & Gertrude (McLean ‘72) Rigney

Paul & Cynthia Mayer

Patrick & Patricia (Proctor ‘81) Roberts

Paul & Stephanie Patricoski

Jennifer & Tay Sayasane William & Mary Lou (Solfisburg ‘67) Scanlon Elmer & Michele Schelling Ronald Schelling Sandra Schuler Matthew & Cynthia (Mayer ‘91) Sears Dale & Jeannie (Shreffler ‘71) Shatters Kathleen Shay ‘04 Edward & Caroline Sieben Jordan Siegel & Karen Heger ‘77 George & Ruth Simon Nancy Ann Slater Eric & Michele (Weber ‘83) Smith St. John Neumann Catholic Church St. Joseph Catholic Church St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church St. Patrick Catholic Church St. Peter Catholic Church St. Therese of Jesus Catholic Church Keith & Dorothy Stanley St. Anne Catholic Church Mark & Cynthia Stephenitch Richard & Rebecca (Corzine ‘71) Tarr The Observer Gerald & Susan Theisen Donald & Cheryl Thurow Unity Advantage LLC Louis & Alice Vago John & Irena Valaitis Tom & Cindy Valaitis Bernice Walker

Rosary Appeal Rosary Annual Appeal Blue & White Society (continued) Edward & Martha Ward Waubonsee Community College Wazio Orthodontics Ronald & Mary Weirich Brad & Janice Westrom Sandra (Moisa ‘67) Whiteis Henry & Sharon (Tarr ‘69) Worley John & Pamela Wulff Kimberly Yerkes Bernadette Young Patrick & Linda Zacchea Dale & Jennifer (Wagner ‘84) Zamecki Steven & Julie Zimmerman

Friend of Rosary Society (Up to $99) Don & Karin Baker Jesika Barmanbek ‘13 Edward & Kathleen Bertels Kevin & Anne (O’Brien ‘71) Boehne Don & Pat Brummel Linda Cibulskis ‘87 Peter & Toni Clementz Patrick & Therese Conlin Mary Jane Currie Bridget Daly ‘11 Pamela (Buddy ‘82) D’Ambrosio Frank & Cathy Dozark Dale & Linda Drendel Mary Dunn ‘08 Donald & Marlene (Bolly ‘70) Erdman Michael & Diane (Nickels ‘88) Fowler Jeffrey & Michele (Pereklita ‘93) Franklin Terrance & Mary Ann Frantzen Brendan & Jillian (Rensa ‘98) Gallagher

Steve & Mary Lou (Cibulskis ‘83) Grzenia

Robert & Barbara Simkus

Thomas & Holly Guzzardi

G. Peter & Carole Stare

Stacey Hamling ‘92 Richard & Mary Hansford Keith & Janet Harms Kathleen (Lies ‘68) Katheiser Robert & Veronica Kennedy Rex & Anne (Readey ‘76) King Grace King Elsa (Klein ‘67) Kleinfieldt Erin Kofron ‘10 David & Suzanne Kolb David & Stephanie (Johns ‘74) Konsler Dennis & Sharon (Lenert ‘66) Kripp Janene Kuhl Thomas & Margaret Lentz Dan & Mary (Anderson ‘99) Love Colleen Marsden & Holly Anderson

Ronald & Valerie Slewitzke Maryon Tilley Mark Trembacki Scott & Karen (Brummel ‘72) Wade Debra (James ‘74) Way Dawn Weber ‘86 Andrew & Madelyn (Freid ‘95) Weed Marie (Currie ‘71) Wilmes James & Karen (Bill ‘81) Wollwert Anita Wrona Nicolas & Mary Zacchea David & Jeanette Zawacki Anne Zborowski ‘05 David & Patricia Zborowski Laura Zborowski ‘08 Timothy & Mary Zidek

Mark & Jennifer (Garlitz ‘92) Martin William & Rosemary McConnaughay Patrick & Marilyn McGowan Gregory & Gloria Medernach Ray & Kitty Melby Taylor (Kofron ‘06) Meszaros David Michels Anastasia Mielke ‘09 Daniel & Jane (Carey ‘82) Nasharr Gerard & Ellen Nick Edward Orr Lisa Petrick ‘08 Samuel & Laura (Stanley ‘00) Quaynor Emily Roberts ‘11 Teresa Rohde Joseph & Joy Rubo Robert Schiltz David & Kathleen (Cruger ‘06) Schuler

Dennis & Kathleen Galloway

David & Meghann (Dermott ‘00) Schwartz

Timothy & Valerie Gierhart

Serra Club of Aurora

Rosary Appeal Alumnae Donations By Class Class of 1966

Barb (Long) Hess Sharon (Lenert) Kripp Cindy (Marsh) Nagis

Class of 1967

Mary Pat (Cherwin) Esposito Elsa (Klein) Kleinfieldt Mary Lou (Solfisburg) Scanlon Sandra (Moisa) Whiteis

Class of 1968

Kathleen (Lies) Kartheiser Margaret (McEnroe) Walker

Class of 1969

Nancy (Meggesin) Lemcke Linda (Deutsch) Roche Sharon (Tarr) Worley

Class of 1970

Charlene (Bolly) Dwyer Marlene (Bolly) Erdman Ann (Cordes) Hastert Cynthia (Crow) Miller Shelley (Reding) Saltijeral

Class of 1971

Teresa (Johnson) Beck Anne (O’Brien) Boehne Theresa (Kilian) Bowen Mary (Nickels) Hoffman Lou Anne (Geist) Miller Catherine (Rice) Platt Mary Jo (Marsh) Rickert April (Dahlin) Schielke Jeannie (Shreffler) Shatters Rebecca (Corzine) Tarr Marie (Currie) Wilmes

Class of 1972

Beth (Roberts) Lang Jane (O’Brien) Pigatti Gertrude (McLean) Rigney Kathleen (Hartnett) Roe Karen (Brummel) Wade

Class of 1973

Carol (Duffy) Evans Marilee Viola

Class of 1974

Jean (Tremaine) Clementz Joan (Plachetka) Horneman Stephanie (Johns) Konsler Teresa (Miller) Martini Debra (James) Way

Class of 1975

Patricia Garrity Kathy (Casey) Jarecki

Class of 1976

Class of 1983

Mary Lou (Cibulskis) Grzenia Michele (Weber) Smith

Class of 1984

Jennifer (Wagner) Zamecki

Class of 1985

Jacalyn (Weistroffer) d’Escoto Meg Gorecki Anne Porter

Margaret (Fox) Arndt Kathleen (Novack) Benoit Diane Fabrizius Anne (Readey) King Katherine (Bryan) Madden Lisa Mistretta

Class of 1986

Class of 1977

Linda Cibulskis

Sarah (Johnson) Sandman Karen Heger

Class of 1978

Lorraine (May) Bergman Susan (O’Brien) Choice Sheila (Hughes) Fitzsimmons Maureen (Flynn) Skerda

Class of 1979

Jeanne (Moran) Frazel

Class of 1980

Gloria (Casey) Bollinger Patricia (Bryan) Kimutis Susan (Bakala) Ostermeier

Class of 1981

Laurie (Miller) McNeill Mary (Wood) Olson Patricia (Proctor) Roberts Margaret (Ewen) Steinberg Karen (Bill) Wollwert

Class of 1982

Mary Ann (Witt) Curtis Pamela (Buddy) D’Ambrosio Martha Gass Jane (Carey) Nasharr Molly (Carey) Smith

Erica (Mueller) Cox Anne (Parker) Krause Nicola Pope Dawn Weber

Class of 1987 Class of 1988

Diane (Nickels) Fowler

Class of 1990

Patrice (Leffelman) Ghaderi Kim Macygin Sandra (Bierbauer) McCoy Kristin (Colletti) Piscopo

Class of 1991

Erin (Mulligan) McFarlane Cynthia (Mayer) Sears

Class of 1992

Jennifer Doyle Stacey Hamling Jennifer (Garlitz) Martin

Class of 1993

Michele (Pereklita) Franklin Brandi Myers

Class of 1994

Kathryn (Funkey) Skoglund

Class of 1995

Mary Kate (Morrow) Shaw Madelyn (Freid) Weed

Class of 1996 Jennifer Hinkle

Rosary Appeal Alumnae Donations By Class Class of 1997

Melissa (Seifert) Kodat

Class of 1998

Jillian (Rensa) Gallagher Sarah (Edmeier) Saltijeral Maureen (Zilly) Tracy

Class of 1999

Mary (Anderson) Love

Class of 2000

Laura (Stanley) Quaynor Meghann (Dermott) Schwartz

Class of 2001

Stacy (Trannel) Devine

Class of 2006

Taylor (Kofron) Meszaros Kathleen (Cruger) Schuler

Class of 2008

Memorials In Loving Memory of… John G. Bryan

Katherine Madden

Mary Dunn Lisa Petrick Laura Zborowski

Brandy Miller ‘07

Class of 2009

Robert Pezanoski

Mary Dunn ‘08

Caitlin Fry Anastasia Mielke

Catherine Pezanoski

Class of 2010

William and Janene Kuhl David Michels Robert and Patricia Michels

Erin Kofron

Class of 2011 Bridget Daly Emily Roberts

Sally Rice

Alberta Schiltz

Bakala Family Scholarship

Sr. Mary Gretchen Scholarship

Don and Pat Brummel Carol Cibulskis Linda Cibulskis Mary Ellen Connolly Mary Jane Currie Vera Feltes Steven and Mary Lou Grzewnia Holly Guzzardi Thomas and Margaret Lentz Marilyn McGowan Robert Schiltz William and Joyce Seibold Ronald and Valerie Slewitzke Anita Wrona

Sandra (Bierbauer ’90) McCoy

Barb (Long ’66) Hess Marilee Viola ‘73

Greg Sullivan

Class of 2004

Sheila (Trannel) Larson Kathleen Shay Catherine Siemer

Class of 2013

Jesika Barmanbek

Class of 2005 Anne Zborowski

Scholarships

Howard Feltes Scholarship Vera Feltes

John G. Bryan Scholarship Marge Bryan John P. Bryan/Geneva Construction Co. Patricia (Bryan ’80) Kimutis Anne (Parker ’86) Krause Katherine (Bryan ’76) Madden

Michael and Dorothy O’Brien Scholarship Anne (O’Brien ’71) Boehne Dorothy O’Brien Jane (O’Brien ’72) Pigatti

Sr. Mary Joseph Scholarship Rosary Alumnae Association Charlene (Bolly ’70) Dwyer Mary Pat (Cherwin ’67)Esposito Colleen Evert Tim & Jeanne McLean Mary Lou (Solfisburg ’67) Scanlon April (Dahlin ’71) Schielke James & Donna Shaw

Anne Readey’76 King

James H. Tilley, Jr. Maryon Ripple Tilley

Scott Walker Caitlin Fry ‘09 Bernice Walker

Sr. Marilyn Scholarship Kenneth & Judy Bill Donna Metzler

Rosary Appeal Honorariums John G. Bryan 

Kellie Deane, Class of 2015

Madison Ronzone, Class of 2016

Gift from Mrs. Marge Bryan in honor and memory of what would have been Mr. Bryan’s 81st birthday on 12-30-13.

Gift from Richard and Mary Hansford in honor of their granddaughter

Gift from David and Mary Lou Ortiz in honor of their granddaughter

Paige DeWane, Class of 2014

Rachel Rothengass, Class of 2014

Gift from Robert and Barbara Simkus in honor of their granddaughter

Gift from Thomas and Angela Rothengass in honor of their daughter’s career at Rosary

Gift from Mrs. Marge Bryan in honor and memory of the second anniversary of Mr. Bryan’s passing into eternal life on 4-21-12. Joyce Childress Gift from Marge Bryan in honor of Mrs. Childress’ 80th birthday Marcia Novack Gift from Rebecca (Corzine ’71) and Richard Tarr in honor of Mrs. Novack’s 80th birthday Catheryn Ann Engel, Class of 2029 Gift from Mark Macur in honor of his granddaughter born May 8, 2011

Maddie Bryan, Class of 2014, and Shannon Bryan, Class of 2017 Gift from Marge Bryan in honor of her granddaughters Quinn Carlson, Class of 2014 Gift from William and Tami Carlson in honor of their daughter’s career at Rosary Rachel Choice, Class of 2014 Gift from Thomas and Sue Choice in honor of their daughter’s career at Rosary Megan Conlin, Class of 2015 Gift from Richard and Virginia Lamermayer in honor of their granddaughter

Kate Jarecki, Class of 2016 Gift from Gloria Dollinger to the Fine Arts program in honor of her niece Emma Leuer, Class of 2016 Gift from Don and Karin Baker in honor of their granddaughter Kylie Marsden, Class of 2017 Gift from Colleen Marsden and Holly Anderson in honor of their granddaughter Maddie Melby, Class of 2016 Gift from Ray and Kitty Melby in honor of their granddaughter Ries McCue, Class of 2016 Gift from Robert and Judy Ann McCue in honor of their granddaughter Biz Nasharr, Class of 2014 Gift from Dan and Jane Nasharr in honor of their daughter’s career at Rosary Gina Noecker, Class of 2014 Gift from Marilyn Orso in honor of her granddaughter McKenna Novack, Class of 2015, and Kailey Novack, Class of 2017 Gift from Robert and Marcia Novack in honor of their granddaughters

Maddie Saloga, Class of 2015 Gift from George and Mary Simon in honor of their granddaughter Stephanie Smick, Class of 2014 Gift from Stephen Smick and Dawn Hogan in honor of their daughter’s career at Rosary Nina Valaitis, Class of 2015, and Lea Valaitis, Class of 2017 Gift from John and Irena Valaitis in honor of their granddaughters

Sponsors 2013 Alumnae 5K Run/Walk Sponsors Gold Medal Donors

Castle Orthopaedics, Andrew Digati Charles and Joanne (Georgacopoulos ‘91) Sleezer

Gold Medal Gifts In Kind

American Sportswear, Andy Pasulka

Silver Medal Donors Ed and Colleen Evert

First Centennial Mortgage, Steven McCormick

Bronze Medal Donors

Buchar Family Chiropractic, Angie Marchand Diane Fabrizius ‘76 Grothman Clinic, Karina Miranda Physical Therapy Advantage, Joe King Jane (O’Brien ’72) Pigatti

Bronze Medal Gifts & Services In Kind Advocare

Flynn & O’Hara Uniform Company

Big Tuna Marketing, Frank Babich

Konen Insurance, Brian Konen

Castle Orthopaedics

Lumberman’s Wholesale Inc.,

College of DuPage

Ron and Mary Pat (Cherwin ’67) Esposito

Dreyer Medical Clinic

Sikich LLP, Kelli Schweder

Prisco’s Fine Foods

Silver Medal Gifts In Kind Coca-Cola, Raquel Cordero

Katics Bread Starbucks TCBY

Candle Rose Ad Book Sponsors American Sportswear, Inc. Cathleen Carlson College2Career Vera Feltes First Centennial Mortgage Edward and Patricia Garrity Gerald Nissan Subaru Kia K. Hovnanian Homes Dr. C. Neil Kay, Orthodontist Konen Insurance Agency Inc. Lifetouch Lumberman’s Wholesale Inc. Massage Envy Marmion Academy Observer Newspaper Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church Prairie View Orthodontics

Plano Molding Company, Shelly Finnell

St. Anne Catholic Church

Rosary Sports Boosters, Mary Lou Kunold

St. John Neumann Catholic Church St. Joseph Catholic Church St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church

Candlelight Ball 2014 Advertisers and Sponsors American Sportswear Inc. Andy Pasulka

InterTrav Corp., Mark House

Stephen and Susan Anderson

Massage Envy Spa David & Denise Kallas

Animal House Veterinary Hospital Peter Ammon

Mary Lou Kunold

Luis and Vivienne Balcita

Quidlibet Research Inc. Nina Cunningham

Jay and Lori (May ’78) Bergman

Timothy and Kate Reuland

Vera Feltes

Michael and Linda (Deutsch ’69) Roche

First Centennial Mortgage Steven McCormick

Tom and Angela Rothengass

College2College Career & College Counseling

Thomas and Patricia Schreiber

Molly (Carey’82) Smith Edward and Pat Garrity Gerald Auto Group, Lisa Hoofnagle Havlicek Builders Inc., George Havlicek

St. Patrick Catholic Church St. Peter Catholic Church St. Therese of Jesus Catholic Church Waubonsee Community College Wazio Orthodontics

Steven and Denise Sagerian Superior Beverage, Carl Deufel Randall and Margaret Tavierne Gregory and Julie Ann Thomas David and Ruth Wenzel

John Heneghan, Servant Financial

Sponsors Candlelight Ball 2014 Auction Donors

Arlington International Racecourse

Growing Place

JoAnna (Johnson ’78) Ruddy

Jeff and Sue Arnold

Michele Haddad

SciTech Hands-on Museum

Laura Arnold ‘04

Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Aurora

Shedd Aquarium

Aurelio’s Pizza

Hilton Lisle/Naperville

Simply Fly

City of Aurora, Mayor’s Office

Judy Havemann

Sky Deck Chicago

Aveda Institute Chicago

Linda (Nickels ’82) Hoss

Nancy Ann Slater

Jennifer Bamrick

InterTrav Corporation, Mark House

Michele (Weber ’83) Smith

Batavia Creamery

Janeen Home Décor

Molly (Carey ’82) Smith

Cadence Fitness and Health Center

Tom and Rose Jassoy

Walter E. Smithe

Chez Moi Catering, Elizabeth Cull

D. Klatt

State Street Jewelers

Chicago Bears

Renee (Richard ’83) Kluber

Rick and Mary Thielen

Chicago Bridge and Iron (CB&I)

Colleen Knauf

Urban Style Salon and Spa

Chicago Bulls

Patricia Lach

USA 3

Chicago Chocolate Tours

Little Traveler

Vicki Weber

Chicago Cubs

Lynfred Winery

WGN Morning News, Larry Potash

Chicago Sky

Lou Malnati’s Pizza

Terri Yeske

Colonial Café and Ice Cream

Marmion Athletics Department

David and Annie (Carey ’81) York

Dan and Mary Kay Crantz

Marriott Chicago/Naperville

Linda Zacchea

Mary “Biz” Currie

Mike Metzler

Zanies Comedy Nite Club

Jackie (Weistroffer ’85) d’Escoto

Lisa Mosquera

Dow Furniture

Mary Jane (Feltes ’78) Murphy

DuPage Symphony Orchestra

Naper Settlement

Edible Arrangements

Ingrid O’Brien

Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra

Orchard Valley Golf Course

Forever Yogurt

Pampered Chef

Fox Valley Park District

Paramount Theatre, Patty Stefanski

Paul and Linda Fritz

Pizza Via Company

Garfield Farm Museum

Prisco’s Fine Foods

Martha Gass ‘82

Riverfront Playhouse

“Captain” Pat Golden

Rock River Environmental Services

GolfTec

Rosary Athletic Department

Gourmet Gift Baskets

Rosary Fine Arts Boosters

Great Western Flooring

Rosary Parents Auxiliary

Annual Report 2013-2014 Financial Overview

Revenues Tuition $3,125,600 Contributions $383,231 Auxiliary revenue

$513,497

Fundraising revenue

$126,415

Investment return

$373,781

Total Revenue

$4,522,524

Expenses Instruction $2,196,403 Academic support

$701,976

Student services

$631,495

Administrative $435,003 Fundraising $155,856 Total Expenses

Change in Net Assets

$4,120,733

$401,791