For The Moreau Catholic High School Community
2012 Winter
The NEW Grotto of Our Lady— our community celebrates
Photo Darrell Nielsen ‘12
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CONGRATULATIONS Chris Jackson ‘12, Brandon Smith ‘12 and Ben Jackson ‘12! HAAL Cross Country Boys 1st Team
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President Mr. Terry Lee
Principal Mrs. Lauren (Clark) Lek ‘97
Matt Botero ‘74, Vickie (Bryan) Botero ‘75, Br. William Nick, CSC and Keith Bryan ‘74 with President Terry Lee at the 2011 Moreau Golf Classic.
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Belinda M. Sandoval Director of Admissions and Communications Christine Kosmicki Communications Coordinator
Contributors
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Beyond Winning: Living Out The Holy Cross Charisms
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Women’s Varsity Tennis: Educating Hearts and Minds
John (Jack) Alexander ‘14 Anne Arriaga Susan Geiger Christine Krisman Terry Lee Lauren Lek ‘97 Dani Lorta ‘89 Belinda M. Sandoval
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Men’s Varsity Basketball: Bringing Hope
Board of Trustees
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Cross Country Team: Being Family
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Riding the Wave: Fall Athletics
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Booster Club: Dedicated to Our Athletes
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400 Alumni at Homecoming
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Alumni Giving Back Alumni Coaches; Alumni Speaker Day
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New Grotto of Our Lady Completed
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Google Visits Moreau
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Tech Terms Around Moreau
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A Lot to Smile About, Briones and Marin Sign Letters of Intent
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Awards: Apple Distinguished School and Best of the Bay
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E-lab Portfolios
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Welcoming New Members: Board of Trustees
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Introducing Tom Hyland: Director of Institutional Advancement
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Mariner Waves
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Mariner Reunions
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2012 Events Calendar
Table of Contents
Mr. Eugene Ashley, Chair Mr. Dennis Mastrantonio ‘71, Vice-Chair Mr. Jesús Armas Ms. Cynthia Bath Hon. Paul Delucchi ‘87 Mrs. Barbara Hemenez Mrs. Maritza Ilario Mr. Rick L’ Heureux Mr. Terry Lee Mrs. Lauren (Clark) Lek ‘97 Sr. Christopher Miller, O.P. Fr. Paul Minnihan ‘84 Ms. Phyllis Moroney Br. William Nick, CSC Mrs. Lois Quilalang Mrs. Charlene Raimondi Mr. Manny Sawit Mr. Kevin Sweeney ‘72
Published by: Moreau Catholic High School 27170 Mission Boulevard Hayward, CA 94544 Phone: 510.881.4300 Fax: 510.582.8405 www.moreaucatholic.org
Letter from the President Dear members of the Moreau family, It is mid-December as I write this letter, and the school is completely decorated for Christmas, bins collecting toys for children are overflowing outside of the library, and students are balancing their anxiety over semester exams with the anticipated excitement of Christmas and a well-deserved winter break. By the time you have this in your hands, the holidays will be a distant memory, and you will be working on New Year’s resolutions, planning Super Bowl parties and enjoying ski weekends. The fall and winter seasons have been filled with excitement on the Moreau Catholic campus. Our students continue to exceed all academic, artistic, athletic and co-curricular expectations—they work hard, play hard and serve hard! By serve, I refer to the community service that our students deliver to nonprofit organizations all over the Bay area. Students are required to perform 80 hours of community service before they graduate, though most students easily exceed this number as they find service to be rewarding and beneficial. Service to the community, the Church, the less fortunate, the homeless and the elderly are but a sampling of the ways Moreau Catholic students connect to the world around them. The importance of service is rooted in our Catholic faith and in our Holy Cross mission. I love running into folks in the surrounding communities who tell me stories of our students giving their time and energy to help so many organizations. Perhaps you have a community service opportunity that might be of interest to our students? If so, please let us know and we will share the details with our students. Finally, in continuing the theme of service, the Congregation of Holy Cross has declared 2012 the Year of the Brother, in honor of all the Holy Cross Brothers who serve the Church in parishes, schools, hospitals, and in other ways all around the world. At Moreau Catholic, we will join all the Holy Cross schools in the United States in honoring the dedication, commitment and deep spirituality of the Holy Cross Brothers with information, speakers, events and prayer. One small way we are honoring the Brothers is by dedicating our new student art gallery on the school’s second floor to the late Brother Stephen Walsh, CSC. An official dedication ceremony will be held in May, but if you are visiting campus, stop by and see some stunning student visual art pieces in the wonderful new art gallery. I wish you and your families all the best in 2012. May God bless you all, and may our paths cross in the New Year. Thank you for all you do for Moreau Catholic High School! With warm regards,
Terry Lee President
B E YO N D W I N N I N G Living out the HOLY CROSS CHARISMS: Moreau’s Athletic Teams—Women’s Varsity Tennis, Varsity Football, Varsity Mens Basketball and Cross Country Each school year, the Moreau Catholic community watches with pride as athletes from Moreau’s 46 teams from eighteen different sports train and compete. Moreau Catholic’s athletes have developed reputations as fierce and fair competitors, but what distinguishes Mariner Athletics from other schools’ sports programs is the commitment to living out the Holy Cross charisms of Building Respect, Being Family, Educating Hearts and Minds, and Bringing Hope. Through team traditions that emphasize leadership and solidarity, service projects that touch the human spirit, or challenging moments that inspire life-long bonds, Moreau Catholic athletes exemplify the best of a Holy Cross education.
Photo Darrell Nielsen ‘12
“Being a Mariner football player, has made me a mature, responsible and respectful person”. —Jeremy Imlach ‘12
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Shahin Marzband ‘12 received an Honorable Mention in football, HAAL All League Honors in Track and Field. He also plays varsity basketball and served Thanksgiving dinner at Encore Alzheimer’s Senior Assisted Living Center.
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Tennis Coaches: Ron Santiago ‘90, Rose Borja and Tony Rodriguez shared a winning season with their talented young women. Womens Varsity Tennis Players: Jana Lee ‘12 Sachi Shetty ‘15 Lisa Wilson ‘12 Nicole Dawang ‘14
Women’s Varsity Tennis: Educating Hearts and Minds The Moreau Tennis Team crowned their incredible 14-0 league season by reaching the NCS semifinals and HAAL playoffs. Displaying superb athleticism and living their motto “Think Fearless,” Nicole Dawang ‘14, Singles Champion; Jana Lee ‘12 (‘08, ‘09, ‘10 HAAL Singles Champion); Sachi Shetty ‘15 and Lisa Wilson ‘12 dominated their opponents throughout the season. Their pursuit of excellence did not stop on the tennis court, however. Like all Mariner athletes, the tennis team is committed to academic excellence and community service. For example, they enthusiastically support the annual Booster Club Crab Feed which raises money for athletic uniforms, equipment and travel expenses. With a team GPA of 3.78, these thirty-nine young women exemplify the qualities of leadership and team spirit and are beaming examples of The Holy Cross charism of Educating Hearts and Minds. Rose Borja has been coaching tennis at Moreau for 11 years. Coach Borja helps the players mentally prepare for a match by sharing strategies for winning, imparting words of inspiration or providing insight about the opponents. “Before each match, the team spends time in reflection and prayer. They also have an opportunity to express their gratitude to teammates, coaches and families,” said Coach Borja. This tradition helps to create a positive environment and it reinforces team spirit. “Pep talks and our huddle before our matches bring us closer together,” agreed Nicole Dawang ‘14. Team building activities such as going to dinners, getting ice cream, and organizing a yearly sleepover also reinforce the women’s commitment to each other.
The charism of Educating Hearts and Minds is rooted in experiential learning—in lessons acquired beyond the classroom. According to Coach Borja, one of the most important lessons is how to be a humble winner. “Practicing good sportsmanship brings out the best in a player. Being a great athlete is about how you handle the wins and losses,” said Coach Borja. Resilience and humility are valuable traits on and off the court. Coach Borja is proud of what the team accomplished this year. “The ladies have had a great season. They are very talented tennis players and very well rounded young women. They are humble because they acknowledge that they couldn’t have done it all by themselves. They credit their parents, teachers, teammates, coaches and most of all, their faith”.
Varsity Football: Building Respect The Holy Cross charism of Building Respect is ingrained in every aspect of the Mariner football program. Varsity Football Coach Andrew Cotter and his staff teach and motivate 44 varsity players Coach Andrew Cotter has invigorated Moreau’s football program—athletic skills to live each day being and a culture of respect made for a winning respectful of those around season. them. Coach Cotter insists that “Teaching players how to be respectful actually makes them better athletes.” A football game is an environment in which players learn life skills such as leadership, sportsmanship, and maintaining Winter ‘12 | The Vector
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Coach Cotter’s emphasis on strong character development as well as athletic ability garnered an exceptional season in 2011 as the Mariner team earned 11th seed at the CIF North Coast Section (NCS) competition. Although he was thrilled with the season’s outcome, he affirmed, “The happiest I am as a coach is when I see a young man showing respect to those outside the program or when the players demonstrate respect day in and day out, throughout the season.”
a positive attitude. Coach Cotter believes that football players should also learn how to play the game with love and respect. “Football can be a brutal sport. However, we want our athletes to play out of love and respect as opposed to hate. The team that plays out of love and respect for their family, school, peers, and teachers is the team that is going to win. Love beats hate on every snap of the football,” shared Coach Cotter. Cotter’s viewpoint was echoed by player Chris Baca ‘12: “We need to take pride in our jersey and our letterman jacket by being humble and respectful men. The people that you walk next to in the hallway are the very same people that will support you when you are out on the field”. While the athletes credit Coach Cotter for their commitment to the charism of Building Respect, the many traditions established by previous teams and coaches also reinforce their values. For example, on game day, the team celebrates Mass—praying together, reflecting on gospel verses and sharing stories of personal hardship and life situations. They make it a point to recognize each other’s talents, and to encourage and motivate each other. Players garner respect and support from the wider community by building relationships. Every year they write letters, personally inviting faculty, staff and students to attend their games.
The true success of the Mariner football program is measured by how it develops boys into men. The guidance the players receive from their coaches, the prayers and reflections they share before games, and the physical and mental hardships they endure, impart important life lessons and create bonds that will last a lifetime. Jeremy Imlach ‘12 summed things up eloquently: “You have to respect your opponent.” “Football shapes us and turns —James Mendoza ‘12 us into better people. It humbles us and gives us dignity and respect. Being a Mariner Football player has made me a mature, Photo: Zack De Castro ‘12
Adam Sagapolu ‘12 (right) received All League Honors, making 1st Team Offense for the second time. Jeremy Imlach ‘12 received an Honorable Mention.
responsible and respectful person.”
Mariners have a well-deserved reputation for being respectful towards their opponents and referees. Coach Cotter reminds the players that they should “talk with their pads.” In other words, they can use their pads to express their feelings and emotions, but must remain respectful of everyone around them. At the end of each game, regardless of the outcome, the players shake hands with their opponents. “The handshake promotes respect. You have to respect your opponent, because they played and trained just as hard as we did,” says James Mendoza ‘12. Photo: Zack De Castro ‘12
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“As a Holy Cross school, our mission is to serve others and to BRING HOPE to those who are less fortunate.” —Varsity Basketball Coach Frank Knight III
Photo: Zack De Castro ‘12
Men’s Varsity Basketball: Bringing Hope During Thanksgiving, 12 varsity basketball players and coaches, including Head Varsity Coach Frank Knight III, traveled to Arizona for the 19th Annual Salpointe Catholic Tip Off Classic. In the midst of a competitive tournament, the team dedicated time to live out the Holy Cross charism of Bringing Hope by visiting Alzheimer’s patients at the Encore Alzheimer’s Senior Assisted Living Center in Tucson, Arizona on Thanksgiving Day. Integrating this service project into the tournament is an example of the commitment that the athletic program has to teaching young athletes how to give to communities in need. “We thought it would be important for our young men to help pass out food. Since we were away from our families, and the patients were also away from their families, we thought this would be a good match,” said Coach Knight. “As a Holy Cross school, our mission is to serve others and to bring hope to those who are less fortunate. Going on this trip showed how blessed we are. To give back turned out to be the most impactful part of this trip,” said Coach Knight.
The Encore Alzheimer’s Senior Assisted Living Center is divided into 5 different houses depending on the severity of the disease. Varsity players Dereyk Ylanan ‘12 and Joe Calub ‘12 served food to the patients suffering from the most severe form of Alzheimer’s. They noticed that the patients had difficulty speaking and eating and seemed confused. “At first, when I saw them, I felt really bad. The patients were hunched over, they couldn’t function and they didn’t move. I felt like I couldn’t do anything about it,” said Joe Calub ‘12. After just a few minutes of serving food, Joe and Dereyk were able to get the patients to smile and talk. They were the perfect pair for the two women named Alicia and Barbie, both who had not been visited by their families. After their meal, both of the players sang them a song and inspired Alicia to dance in her chair. The spirit of hope these young men and the entire Moreau Catholic Basketball Team brought to the patients was priceless.
“These young men are examples of what a true man of integrity represents!” — a grateful family member
The director of the Living Center was grateful for the team’s visit and for how they had touched the lives of the patients, their families and even the employees. A family member of one of the patients phoned Moreau Catholic to thank the basketball team personally and shared, “I have never before seen such compassion and genuine service. These young men took the time to talk with the residents, get to know them, and treated them with such kindness. These young men are examples of what a true man of integrity represents!”
Photo: Zack De Castro ‘12
Senior Dereyk Ylanan delivered intensity and focus on the basketball court and compassion and hope to patients with Alzheimer’s during Thanksgiving. He and his varsity teammates are examples of how Moreau Catholic’s coaches develop physical skills while instilling Holy Cross values.
The young men on the team were deeply affected by the Encore patients and their painful loss of memory. They reflected on the importance of each day and the value of creating memories. “I have learned that regardless of wins, losses or statistics, life is about building memories. It is about creating friendships and strong bonds with your team and others,” said Joe Calub ‘12. The experience gave the team a deeper and richer understanding of what it means to Bring Hope into someone’s life and inspired a stronger connection to their community and their own families.
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Cross Country Team: Being Family IMUA
is always chanted together before the Mariner Cross Country Team begins a competitive run. IMUA, a word that means fight, inspires motivation, mental strength and confidence. Chanting the word IMUA is just one of many traditions that nourish the sense of Being Family—a Holy Cross charism and value deeply shared by the 140-member team. The concept of “Ohana”, a Hawaiian word for extended family, is credited to the Cross Country Coaches: Head Varsity Coach Enrique Henriquez, Audrey Schroeder, James Hannon ‘02, and Laura Zaro, as well as a legacy left by the previous Head Coach, Phil Wilder.
IMUA and OHANA
In the spirit of Being Family, the Cross Country team believes in coaches and runners supporting and motivating each other. Team captains are selected each year and given the responsibility of leading warm-ups, stretches, and drills. After a trail challenge, the team participates in a community building exercise called Props and Otter Pops, an opportunity for everyone to give positive feedback to their teammates. During tournaments, after Moreau Catholic runners finish the course, they are expected to return and to cheer on their teammates. “This is a sign of respect,” said Christy Anschutz ‘11, team captain. “Our teammates will cheer us on at some of the most grueling points of a run. They chant motivational words, hold up signs or ring the cowbell,” said Anschutz. The coaches are usually at every mile marker encouraging, motivating and inspiring us. “When I am running, I don’t really know where the summit is but as I start to get closer, I can hear my teammates and my coaches cheer me on, and that makes me run faster. I am motivated to push myself harder!” said Carl Basbas ‘11, team captain. In addition to these traditions, runners spend a lot of time together during practices, running camps, and tournaments. This year, the team traveled to Hawaii to participate in a tournament. These activities inspire “Being Family” as the runners bond together by pushing their physical and mental limits.
Riding the Wave: Fall Athletics CONGRATULATIONS to our fall athletes! This season Moreau celebrated some outstanding wins by all of our teams. Girls Volleyball and Girls Tennis won league titles, while all five fall programs made it to North Coast Section (NCS) Playoffs. Girls Tennis, undefeated in league, produced the League Singles Champion, Nicole Dawang ‘13, for the 3rd straight year. The talented ladies from Girls Volleyball did what no other team has done since 2004: defeat Bishop O’Dowd in league play! After re-introducing the Freshman Team to the football line-up after a 13 year hiatus, the varsity team also went on to NCS playoffs for the first time since 1996. Coach Andrew Cotter’s vision of rebuilding the legacy of Mariner Football is well on its way. Cross Country continues to send a runner or squad to the state meet every year. And Girls Golf, in only its 4th year, repeated last year’s success with sophomore Christine Marzan competing again in this year’s NCS tournament. Go Mariners!
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Brandon Smith ‘12 qualified for the state meet and placed 81st in a very competitive field.
The sport of Cross Country inspires a sense of camaraderie between Mariner runners and the teams they are competing against. “Cross Country is really one of the only sports where the opponent is not seen as the enemy. Instead we high five them, and celebrate their successes. We have done the same job of running 3 miles with pain and sweat. If it weren’t for our competition, we would not be trying to better ourselves. We have a lot of respect for other teams and they do for us as well,” reflected Coach Henriquez.
Coach Henriquez teaches that, “Running prepares you to accomplish great things in life. Not only will you be physically fit, but you will also become mentally, emotionally and psychologically tough. This will help you do whatever you set your mind to do.” Senior and team captain Brandon Smith agrees. As he completed his last cross country season at Moreau he shared, “Cross Country changed my high school life dramatically. I will carry what I have learned with me wherever I go—how to be a leader, how to be a positive member of a family—lessons that I will keep with me for life.” Coach Henriquez added, “I cannot say enough about our team, they really exemplify the spirit of Being Family, day-in and day-out and I am really proud of that.”
The coaches set the foundation for building a team that believes in the power of being a family. The runners have respect for their coaches because of their genuine passion for the sport and for the leadership they provide to the team. “What makes the coaches special is that they become your friends. They are not just watching you run, they actually run by your side and that is a big thing,” said Carl Basbas ‘11, team captain.
Varsity runner Yvett Navarro ‘12 Cross Country HAAL First Team, All League
Booster Club: Dedicated To Our Athletes MARINER ATHLETICS has benefited from the passion and dedication of the members of the Booster Club since 1968. The Booster Club has been instrumental in running some of Moreau’s most profitable fundraisers, including our legendary Crab Feed which sells out nearly every year. Led by a Board of Directors comprised of current and former Moreau parents, with Kari Cardana, as President, this year’s Booster Club is no exception. The 43rd Annual Crab Feed was held on January 21 and hosted over 720 Mariner supporters who consumed over 3,000 pounds of crab! In addition to the Crab Feed, the Boosters work tirelessly throughout the year to raise funds through the Snack Bar, selling Mariner Wear and Booster Club memberships. These funds are used exclusively to support each and every one of the 46 plus athletic teams at Moreau Catholic. By purchasing new uniforms, supporting team travel and skills advancement through special camps and classes, the 403 members of the Mariner Booster Club ensure that Moreau’s athletes have what they need to be successful scholar-athletes.
Support the Mariners! Join the Boosters today! Online at: moreaucatholic.org/joinbooster
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Moreau Catholic’s Homecoming 2011
was a great success! More than 400 alumni and families joined current students to watch the Mariners soundly beat the John Swett Indians 48—16. The alumni tent served hot dogs, hot chocolate, popcorn, and cotton candy while the ‘future Mariners’ enjoyed the giant bounce house and slide, played carnival games, made goodybags, and trick-or-treated throughout the stadium.
Tony Bevilacqua ‘73 and Linda (Felton) Bevilacqua ‘73 are enthusiastic supporters of campus events. You’ll see them many times throughout the year — always smiling and stylish.
Shelby Long ‘11 and mom, Margie Long sporting lots of green and gold.
Alumni couple Angela (Coelho) Higgins ‘78 and Terry Higgins ‘77 had a great time.
Mother/daughter alumnae Irene Pomeroy ‘80 and Jacki Magalhaes ‘00 attired in costumes.
Many alumni athletes stopped to chat with Coach Janet Chrisman. Alexandra (Lexie) Preston ‘10 was happy to get a hug as well. Soon to be 3-peat Mariners: multi-sport athlete Adam Robinson ‘11 with mom, Michele (McMearn) Robinson ‘84 and son Brian who hopes to become a Mariner in 2013. 10
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Engaged! Kody Cardana ‘07 and Kelsey Hebert ‘07 Kody and Kelsey were excited to announce their engagement. Kody proposed in the junior lot where they first met and Peter Peabody announced the good news during the game.
John (Jack) Alexander ‘14, Sophomore Prince and Cross Country enthusiast with Superhero, Mariner Man James Carroll ‘13 who got the crowd going with his high kicks.
Cotton candy heaven!
Kim Capurro with husband Vince ‘77 and Helena (Partido) Dietrich ‘89 and her husband, Steve.
Alumni were also able to make memories in our digital photo booth! Several alumni were given private tours of the campus buildings, including the newly renovated Teves Theatre, library, dance studio, MCTV Studio and had a chance to find their old lockers. Upcoming alumni sports events Join the fun as a spectator or register to play at moreaucatholic.org/alumni:
James Hannon ‘02 with wife Theresa (Bell) Hannon ‘00 and son, Owen Steven Hannon. So far, there are 19 Hannon Moreau graduates and Owen will certainly be one too.
February 11
Alumni Baseball Game 9:00 am at Moreau Baseball Field
February 25
Alumnae Softball Game 9:00 am at Standley Field
Contact: Dani Lorta ‘89, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator dlorta@moreaucatholic.org 510.881.4300
“The faculty, staff and Athletic Department truly care. The students inspire me to want to succeed. They are phenomenal.” —Coach Ceasar Brown
ALUMNI COACHES—EXTENDED FAMILY When asked to describe the relationship that exists on an athletic team, most athletes will compare the team to a “family.” This comparison at Moreau Catholic is most apt. Of the 90 coaches guiding teams to victories and through defeats, 20 are Moreau alumni and another 18 coaches are parents of alumni. The Mariner traditions of competitiveness, fair play, and achievement are imbued in our players by the best mentors and coaches available, their extended “family.” With close to half of the coaching staff so closely affiliated with all aspects of Moreau, it is clear to see why the school’s athletic program is so successful. Coaching is more than a job or a volunteer avocation; it is a labor of love and devotion to the student athletes at Moreau and to the larger Moreau community. Many of the coaches are also the athletes’ teachers in the classroom, thus enabling them to bond more closely with their students and to reinforce lessons learned on the field, baseball diamond, pool, track, or court. Head Varsity Baseball Coach, Ceasar Brown, a parent-alumni coach, says he continues to give back to Moreau because of his appreciation for the education his children received here.
ALUMNI SPEAKER DAY—SHARING CAREER ADVICE On October 17th, Moreau was proud to host 4 alumna speakers for our first Alumni Speaker Day. Stephanie (Phillips) Williams ‘74 discussed her career as an author and illustrator of young adult fiction, Savannah Perez ‘04 demonstrated her talents as a professional make-up artist, Tania (Goffee) Nunez ‘97 inspired students to pursue their dreams of becoming architects and Catalina Quijano ‘89 wowed students with her demonstration of Rocksmith, a video game that teaches players how to play real guitars. Thank you to our talented alumnae for sharing your talents! SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE AND CAREER experience at the next Alumni Speaker Day on February 17 and April 27. Moreau students are eager to hear about your path to professional success.
Contact: Dani Lorta ‘89, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator dlorta@moreaucatholic.org 510.881.4300
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Left to right: Stephanie (Phillips) Williams ‘74, Savannah Perez ‘04, Principal Lauren Lek ‘97, Tania (Goffee) Nunez ‘97 and Catalina Quijano ‘89.
The Grotto of Our Lady
December 8, 2011 Immaculate Conception Mass
THE MOREAU CATHOLIC community celebrated the completion of the new Grotto of Our Lady on December 8 during the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary. The wonderful new addition to our campus was made possible by hundreds of students who participated in the annual student fundraiser, and by generous gifts from parents, alumni, alumni parents and friends. This labor of love began in October, when Arturo Hernandez of Hernandez Landscaping helped design and plan for this long-awaited renovation of the Marian statue that has graced the corner of the Festival area for thirty years.
The grotto and surrounding arbor will be a source of inspiration and will provide a quiet and beautiful space for reflection, renewal and prayer.
Left: Students extend hands during the blessing of the Grotto. Right: Arturo Hernandez describes his vision— incorporating symbolic elements such as the Stations of the Cross.
Students and teachers identified the renovation of this area as a priority for funding from the annual student fundraiser, held at the beginning of the school year. This year, projects were identified that met the academic, spiritual and social needs of our students. After years of exposure to the elements, the old Marian statue and surrounding areas were showing signs of wear and weariness, so the inspiration to renovate the area was obvious and supported by the entire community. Once Hernandez Landscaping came on board, the design moved towards the idea of a grotto, echoing the grottoes at Lourdes, France and the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. Natural stone, rock, water and floral elements were incorporated into the design. Symbolic elements were also incorporated, including fourteen steps on the stone wall, seven on each side of the statue, representing the fourteen Stations of the Cross that Mary’s son Jesus endured for our salvation. On the wall, there are twelve candleholders, six on each side, representing the twelve apostles of Jesus who carried His message forward and founded our church. At the foot of Mary, embedded in the concrete is a cross, which is a living symbol of our faith. The cross also serves as a recollection of the motto of the Congregation of Holy Cross, “Ave Crux, Spes Unica,” the cross, our only hope. The Grotto to Our Lady also features a small waterfall, lights and irrigation systems for the roses and plants. Soon, an arbor will be constructed along the back of the wall, where more plants and flowers will adorn the Grotto. The Grotto of Our Lady was officially blessed by school chaplain Fr. Tito Bonoan before the entire student body, faculty, staff, board members and parent representatives, at the beginning of the December 8 Feast of the Immaculate Conception liturgy. President Terry Lee thanked the students for their contributions to this project, their devotion to the Blessed Mother, and their desire for more spiritual and reflective spaces on campus. Lee encouraged, “This is your Grotto, a place for you to gather individually and collectively, with your class or team or club, to pray, reflect, and enjoy this beautiful new addition to our campus.” SEE MORE PICTURES online at moreaucatholic.org/grotto. MAKE A DONATION to support the upkeep and landscaping of the Grotto of Our Lady. Your gift will be recognized with a Mass of special intentions and an invitation to a public blessing ceremony in the spring.
The entire student body, faculty, staff, board members, alumni and parent representatives attended the blessing.
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“As librarians, our job is to find information. To be successful we often have to go beyond the search box, beyond simple search”.
By Anne Arriaga and Susan Geiger
visits Moreau! Unless you live in a cave, you probably know how to
feature that gives a glimpse into another culture). We shared our experience with the Search Education Team at Google and they asked if they could use our story to promote their efforts. We agreed, a partnership was formed, and we began discussions on how to reach a broader range of students.
use Google. You just put words in the box, right? So it might come as a surprise to learn that Google offers many more search features beyond this simple search box. As librarians, our job is to find information and to be successful we often have to go beyond the search box, beyond simple Although we teach search strategies search. When working with to students, it’s logistically difficult to GOOGLE’S objective was to film and document students and teachers, they are reach a broad range of students at often surprised by how quickly how Moreau Catholic’s innovative peer training once. Also, because Google search is we find needed information so simple, it can be difficult to convince model delivers advanced search education to and the precision of our results. students that they can improve their students and faculty. Librarians are trained searchers, searching strategies. As we all know, no so it makes sense that what matter how you search, you get results. comes naturally to librarians is Many don’t realize that you can get better results more quickly not necessarily natural for others. To help meet the needs of our by using advanced search tools. Think of Google as a sports car. community, we began to think about the techniques we use and It’s a simple, sleek machine. You don’t know how powerful it is how to teach them to others. until you look under the hood. Wanting to provide some driver The folks at Google are just as aware as we are that not many training, we began to brainstorm with Tasha Bergson-Michelson, people know how to use Google’s very powerful search tools. of the Google Search Education team, on how to reach students. Enter the Google Search Education Team. Their mission is We came up with a peer training model. Who do teenagers to educate the public on how to perform better searches, with trust? Their peers. Enter Link Crew. Moreau Catholic is very a particular focus on educators and students. One resource lucky to have an amazing group of student leaders led by English from Google’s Search Education site that we found very useful teachers Rick Spinelli and Nichole McGowan. Link Crew was a presentation called “Beyond the First Five Links” which leaders go into 9th grade classrooms throughout the school year explained how the left hand toolbar works to filter results for more to present seminars and 20 Link Leaders volunteered to help accurate information. In early 2011, the library team replicated us teach advanced searching skills to all 9th graders. Google this presentation for our faculty and soon after we began to see wanted to capture the action and asked if they could bring their how some of the search strategies faculty learned had trickled film crew to Moreau Catholic to witness firsthand how search down to students. Three days after our presentation, students education was uniquely being delivered. in the library were overheard saying, “Did you know that Google provides translation to foreign web pages?” (a neat Google 14
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TECH TERMS AROUND MOREAU By John (Jack) Alexander ‘14
WIKI: Named after the Hawaiian word for “quick”, wiki’s are websites that allow for the creation and editing of interlinked web pages, often collaboratively by multiple users. Different users can be granted various editing privileges, from simply viewing to full control of all pages. Wikis are used widely in a host of applications, from community websites to knowledge management systems such as Wikipedia.
Samhita Nanduri ‘12, Link Crew Leader, was interviewed by the Google Search Education team and filmed as she demonstrated advanced search skills to 9th graders.
To prepare, Link Leaders spent several hours with the library team during collaboration and after school to learn Google’s left hand toolbar and Google search operators. In pairs, Link Leaders tailored the library team’s lesson plan and examples to what 9th graders would find interesting and useful. The students came up with amazing examples that were relevant to 9th grade information needs such as, “How can I find a dance pass on the Moreau’s website?” When the big day arrived, Google descended on Moreau Catholic with a six-member camera crew. It was fun to watch the film crew check out camera angles, test sound, and set-up for the interviews in the library with English teacher Dave Prisk, Principal Lauren Lek, and Librarians Susan Geiger and Anne Arriaga. The film crew then moved all the equipment to a classroom where they filmed some of the Link Leaders in action. At the same time, other Link Leaders were in their assigned 9th grade homerooms delivering their one-hour lesson plan on Google search strategies. Immediately after the Link Crew presentation, Link Crew Leader Samhita Nanduri ‘12 and 9th grader Gerald Robinson ‘15 came to the library to be interviewed about their experience. While it was exciting to have the film crew on campus, the most exciting moment for the library team was when Rick Spinelli shared Link Crew Leader Timothy Kondo’s ‘12 email stating: “Thank you for the opportunity to do the Google seminar. I know that the frosh really were surprised by the new information we presented. I was also impressed with everything that I learned. I hesitated to even do the seminar, but I’m so glad I did! It was truly one of the best experiences I have had at Moreau. Definitely a “WOW” experience for me.”
GOOGLE DOCS: Google Docs is a tool that allows Google users to create and edit text, spreadsheets, and presentation documents while collaborating with others in real time. Users can also upload and store documents from their computers to the site for storage and online access from any location. Many teachers at Moreau, particularly in the English department, use Google Docs as a means for students to collaborate on projects and to comment on student work outside of class time. GOOGLE SITES: Google Sites is a wiki and web page creation tool offered through Google that allows users to customize and share their own website. Some teachers at Moreau use the service, particularly in the science department, where students can write up and turn in lab reports and other work online. MOODLE: An abbreviation for Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment, Moodle is an online platform used by nearly all of Moreau’s teachers and students for making coursework available online. Students can access assignments, handouts, and resources posted by teachers on their class’ Moodle page. Some of Moreau’s sports teams even have their own Moodle pages for communication. QR CODE: A QR code, or Quick Response code, consists of a black and white pattern on a square field that can be read by a computer to communicate data to any device equipped to read the code. Although they were originally developed for the automotive industry, QR codes gained popularity because of their accessibility and relatively high data capacity and can now be read by certain applications on mobile devices—generally giving the device an internet link to follow. TUMBLR: Tumblr is social networking website that allows users to post text, images, videos, links, quotes, and audio to a “tumblelog” where it can be viewed by other users. Emphasizing ease of use, the site has quickly gained popularity and averages 2,000,000 posts and 15,000 new users every day. WOLFRAMALPHA: Wolfram Alpha is an online answer-engine developed by Wolfram Research that responds to queries with an answer computed from its stored data instead of providing a list of documents or web pages like a search engine. It is based on Wolfram’s powerful mathematics program, Mathematica. Some of Moreau students use Wolfram Alpha in their math and science work, and some chemistry teachers recommend it to their students.
The resulting video is currently being edited and will be featured on Google’s website. Moreau Catholic will be the ONLY high school showcased as an example of innovative search training. Winter ‘12 | The Vector
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A LOT TO SMILE ABOUT—
LEADING THE WAY IN 2012
Briones and Marin Sign Letters of Intent
Moreau Receives Awards for Excellence
This year, MOREAU CATHOLIC has received prestigious acknowledgement as a leader in college preparatory education. GOOGLE has given Moreau its endorsement by creating a video for their website that will showcase Moreau students, administration and faculty as leaders in peer-to-peer search engine education. And Apple has once again honored Moreau by conferring its 2012 Apple Distinguished School award which recognizes the school’s educational excellence and its leadership in promoting the use of technology across the curriculum.
On Monday, December 12, the Moreau community came together to celebrate the signing of “letters of intent” by seniors, Carlos Briones ‘12, golf and Jessica Marin ‘12, softball. Over a hundred students, teachers, coaches and family came to witness this great event. Carlos Briones signed with Santa Clara University, bringing an impressive résumé of accomplishments. Carlos won the San Francisco Amateur Golf Tournament his freshman year, then went on to win the HAAL Tournament while placing in the North Coast Section Tournament and Nor Cals. In his sophomore year, he repeated as league champion and went on through NCS and Nor Cals to qualify for State where he placed 6th. As a junior, Carlos three-peated as league champion, but a wrist injury kept him from returning to State. As a consolation, he went out and won the Oakland City Amateur Championships. While he is an exceptional golfer, Carlos is also a great student and teammate. Jessica Marin, a three sport standout, decided to focus on softball her junior year. She has earned allleague status in volleyball, soccer and softball, and has become one of the top catchers in the area. Jessica has the ability to play infield positions and may even pitch this year on the varsity squad. Jessica will be attending Academy of Art University in San Francisco, which over the last few years, has bolstered their athletic department. She brings a great work ethic and on field leadership to the team.
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In addition, Moreau has won Best of the Bay TV’s 2011 Viewer’s Choice Award. This prestigious honor is granted to only one entity in each category in Northern California, who received the most votes in their category on the Best of the Bay website during the 2011 calendar year. Moreau Catholic continues to lead the way in how it prepares students for success in the 21st Century. Congratulations must be shared with Moreau’s many supporters: its faculty, administration, alumni, students and parents, coaches and the Board of Trustees who have made these achievements possible.
The 2nd Annual 24-Hour Read-a-Thon Friday, February 10, 2012 moreau Catholic Library Begins at 1:00 pm You are invited to participate in this exciting 24-hour reading marathon. We are currently looking for food donations and/or volunteers to help chaperone for several hours (here’s your chance to get caught up on your own leisure reading!) You can choose the time(s) that works best for you. Bring your books (or read from our collection) and join us in the fun! Email Diana (Straggas) DeFrance ‘76 for more information: ddefrance@moreaucatholic.org
E-lab Portfolios
REVOLUTIONIZING the way students think about science and the way in which they present their labs and research projects. ELECTRONIC LAB PORTFOLIOS (e-lab portfolios) are continually enhance their work so that their final product is a high one of the most useful and innovative tools recently incorporated into Moreau’s science curriculum. E-lab portfolios have replaced the traditional hard-copy lab report. With Moreau’s school-wide implementation of leading-edge technology, it is fitting that reporting on a science research project or a lab experiment would also be in electronic rather than printed format. Since e-lab portfolios are digital, they reside online and function like science websites. Students have the capability of uploading videos, pictures, and links to relevant information. The photos and videos can become part of the evidence of an experiment and can be referenced at a later date or for another project. Students move beyond the limitations of the question and answer model that has been used for many years. It makes the lab a more personal and effective demonstration of what the student is learning. In addition, it enhances the way that students analyze their data. “The e-lab portfolio empowers students to take control of their own learning,” said Joanne Couling, Physics and Chemistry teacher. Another advantage of e-lab portfolios is their flexibility. Using feedback from their teachers, students can edit and
quality assignment which can be used as part of a work résumé or college application. Joanne Couling was the first to implement e-lab portfolios for A.P. Chemistry and A.P. Physics classes. It was so successful as a more dimensional and enjoyable tool for presenting lab work that students are now using it in Kerrie Gibson’s Kinesiology course. “Through this technology, students get the opportunity to improve and to make changes before a final grade is determined. They spend more time thinking about their project, discussing it with their peers and writing about what they have learned from their labs or research,” said Kerrie Gibson, Science teacher. E-lab portfolios are revolutionizing the way students think about science and the way they present their labs and research projects. Joanne Couling shares that, “Students are taking great pride in their work. Instead of students turning something in to the teacher, they are actually inviting the teacher to review something that is personal to them.”
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Newest Members of the Board of Trustees MOREAU CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL is proud to welcome five new members to the Board of Trustees. These individuals bring so many gifts and talents to their work as trustees. Paramount among them is a deep love and passion for the school, for our students, and for Holy Cross. We thank them for their service and support! CYNTHIA BATH is a Marketing Consultant for Marketure Growth Consultants. She earned her Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing from the University of Cincinnati in Ohio. Cindy has extensive experience as a product innovator, marketing researcher and entrepreneur. She has worked for Fortune 500 companies such as Proctor & Gamble and Clorox. Most recently she has worked with companies such as General Mills, Annie’s Homegrown, Oxi-Clean, and Seventh Generation as a marketing consultant. She is the parent of Alicia Martinez ‘09 and Amalia Martinez ‘13. MARITZA ILARIO is a Senior Program Analyst with the Internal Revenue Service and is a member of the Institutional Advancement Committee for MCHS. She graduated from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics. She began her career with the Federal Government 31 years ago as an intern. Since then she has served in many roles including Revenue Agent, Recruiter, and Team Coordinator. She is also a Certified Public Accountant. Maritza and her husband Tim are the parents of two Moreau alumni, Daniel ‘07 and Vanessa ‘08. While her children attended Moreau Catholic, she was chair of The Parent Club and a member of the Environmental Stewardship Committee.
Zachary de Castro ‘12 and Darrell Nielsen ‘12 Moreau Catholic’s Talented Roving Photographers Zack
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RICK L’HEUREUX is the President and owner of AVT Productions, a corporate event support company. Prior to opening AVT, he worked in the hotel industry for several years with Marriott Hotels. Rick is a member of Meeting Planners International and the Green Meetings Council and he works supporting philanthropic organizations. In his free time, Rick is an avid cyclist and also enjoys skiing, traveling, watching sporting events and of course, spending time with his wife, Jeannie and their three children, Andrea ‘07, Melissa ‘10 and Richard ‘12. FR. PAUL MINNIHAN ‘84 is the Director of Diocesan Worship and the pastor of St. Paschal Parish in Oakland. He holds a doctorate in theology from the Catholic University in Louvain, Belgium. He has been pastor of St. Monica Parish in Moraga and St. Jerome Parish in El Cerrito. He was named Cathedral Provost by former Oakland Bishop Allen Vigneron in July 2007. Father Paul has returned to Moreau many times since his graduation for reunions and to celebrate all-school liturgies. KEVIN M. SWEENEY ‘72 is a proud graduate of Moreau. After high school, he went to the University of San Francisco and graduated with a degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting. He began his business career as a public accountant with a national CPA firm. In 1984, he started his own firm, Sweeney Kovar, LLP. Today, this firm is ranked as one of the largest firms in the East Bay. Kevin lives with his wife, Christine and their four dogs in Alamo, CA. He has two children, Heather and Brandon. His daughter Heather graduated from USF Law School in May, passed the bar, and is now working as an attorney in San Francisco. His son Brandon graduated from University of San Diego this past spring and is working for LinkedIn.
Throughout the academic year, there are sporting events, theatre, choir and dance performances, rallies and many other activities which need to be photographed or videotaped for publicity and the website. The Technology and Media Arts Department under alumnus Paul McKenna ‘83 has been a great resource for student talent. Two outstanding photographers from the program have contributed to this issue of The Vector: Darrell Nielsen took the cover photo and Zack de Castro provided many of the sports photos. As graduating seniors, they welcome opportunities to build their portfolios over the summer.
Prayer for the Canonization of Tom Hyland Director of Institutional Advancement Moreau Catholic welcomes Mr. Tom Hyland as the new Director of Institutional Advancement. Tom has served as the Director of Development and/or Director of Institutional Advancement for a variety of local, regional, and national organizations that include schools, hospitals, foundations, museums, and social service organizations. In his 35 years as a fundraiser and senior manager for a variety of non-profit organizations, he has raised millions of dollars for operations, equipment, programs, scholarships, and buildings. In the 1990’s, Tom was the Director of Development at Bishop O’Dowd High School and ran its New Century Campaign fundraising effort that resulted in the construction of a 330 seat performing arts facility. “I am delighted to be invited into the Moreau Catholic High School family,” said Tom upon being offered the position. “The energy and creativity that infuses a high school campus is infectious. From the moment I entered the school, I could feel Moreau Catholic is a vibrant community of students, faculty, administrators, parents, alumni, and supporters. I look forward to adding my contribution to this institution’s history.” As Director of Institutional Advancement, Tom will work closely with President Terry Lee and the Board of Trustees to identify and cultivate philanthropic support from all sectors of the Moreau community and beyond. He will be heavily engaged in ensuring the alumni community expresses its honored place in Moreau’s legacy and in its future. “When visiting the campus or at events, please introduce yourself and share your Moreau story with me,” requests Tom. “I plan to be accessible to anyone and everyone who can have a positive impact upon Moreau’s advancement efforts.” Go Mariners!
A Window of Opportunity The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010 extends the IRA Charitable Rollover for 2011. It allows individuals age 70 ½ to make direct transfers totaling up to $100,000 per year to 501 (c) (3) charities without having to count the transfers as income for federal income purposes. Please consult your financial advisor for guidance in donating to Moreau Catholic High School through this vehicle.
Blessed Basil Moreau, CSC
Lord Jesus, source of all that is good, you inspired Blessed Basil Moreau to found the religious family of Holy Cross for continuing Your mission among the People of God. May he be for us a model of the apostolic life, an example of fidelity and inspiration as we strive to be followers of Jesus. May the Church be moved to proclaim Blessed Moreau’s saintliness for the good of all people. Lord Jesus, you said, “Ask and you shall receive.” I dare to approach you to ask that you hear my prayer. It is through the intercession of Blessed Basil Moreau that I ask... May I learn to imitate Blessed Moreau’s holiness and service, and look to him confidently in times of need. Amen
IN MEMORIAM Dorothy Appiano
Joan Market
Daniel Arritola
Lillian Martin
Barbara Glass
Robin Polk-Clark ‘80
Teresa Kitani
John Ulrich ‘85
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Doug Ulrich ‘95 and Judy (Johnson) Ulrich ‘94 with son, Skyler.
WAVES
Brian Fox ‘71 Brian is enjoying life in Northern California. After graduating from Moreau, he spent 12 years in law enforcement before moving to the Sacramento area to join a growing consumer electronics business. He expanded the business, then sold it. Proceeds from the sale were re-directed to a career in financial advising. Brian has spent the last 27 years as a Wealth Management Advisor. He is now part of a national team advising clients with special needs. Their motto of “Compassionate Trusteeship” is consistent with values learned at Moreau.
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Anne Marie Fuller ‘90 Anne Marie’s daughters have started their own Relay for Life Team, “Crowns4Cause,” to help raise money for the American Cancer Society. Last year, her youngest daughter set a record at the relay event by hula-hooping for 2 hours non-stop. After she finished she said she did the 1st hour for her grandma and the 2nd for her great-grandma since both are cancer survivors. Anne Marie’s oldest daughter is also the Youth Chair at her high school.
Cheryl Burton Potthast ‘82 Cheryl and her husband are happily living in Virginia. Her husband recently retired from the Navy and now has a dream job with Lockheed/Martin. Their oldest son is graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in December and their younger son is a sophomore in high school. Mary Deggelham ‘83 Mary has established a successful Marriage and Family Therapy Practice in Lafayette and Pleasanton. She also has a school counseling credential and is working in San Leandro at Alameda County Youth and Family Services Bureau. Her three children are all going off to college next year. Erika (Baerwald) Taylor Montgomery ‘85 Erika’s public relations agency, Three Girls Media & Marketing Inc, was just named a winner of Start-Up Nation’s Home-Based 100 contest, in recognition of being one of the top virtual businesses in the nation. Also, Erika’s first book, The Spirit of Silicon Valley— Journeys and Transformations Beyond Technology, is a compilation of 25 inspiring stories from newsmakers and entrepreneurs who call the valley home, was released at the end of September and made the Amazon.com best-seller list within 24 hours of its debut! Erika also just celebrated her third wedding anniversary with Dennis Montgomery.
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Debbie Lockhart ‘90 As a professional stand-up comedian, Debbie has headlined three military tours, two in the Middle East and one in South America. She also headlined Jack London Square’s Comedy Off Broadway in Oakland this year in front of family and Moreau Catholic alumni and classmates. As an actress, she has been in independent films and comedic shorts, as well as a Mercury Insurance Commercial that is in current rotation on ESPN! She is currently starring in the longest running sketch show in North Hollywood, One Night Stands, and she belongs to an award-winning, all-female improv group, Group Therapy.
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Roger Kuan ‘90 Roger and his wife, Judy celebrated their 10th year wedding anniversary in July. They have a 5 year old son, Colin and they reside in San Ramon. In their spare time, Roger and Judy enjoy cooking, spending time with friends, family and traveling. Roger is currently an in-house patent counsel for Life Technologies Inc., a biotechnology tooling company. Prior this this, he worked for the international law firm of Baker & McKenzie. John O’Callaghan ‘91 and Jennifer Torres ‘91 John and Jenn are pleased to announce the birth of their eighth child on August 23, 2011. Diego Ryder Torres-O’Callaghan joins his siblings: Berkeley (11), Savannah (10), Travis (8), Dakota (7), Jackson (5), Rio (3), and Alton (2).
Congratulations! Angela Mastrantonio ‘03 (left) and Rachel Schaffner ‘03 completed the Big Sur Half-Marathon.
Matt Warren ‘93 Matt was hired as a police officer with the Newark Police Department in 2008. He has been working in the Patrol Division specializing in gangs, auto theft, and narcotics. In 2010, Matt went to Europe with current partner, Corine Perez, of 2 years, and they visited London, Paris, Rome, and Switzerland. They recently bought a home and are planning to start a family. Darrin Silver ‘94 On October 26, Darrin Silver and his wife Allison, welcomed their daughter Charley Ellen into the world. She arrived five weeks early, but is healthy and strong. Last year, Darrin earned his MBA from Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is the manager of engineering support services at Jeppesen, a Boeing company, and lives in Hayward with his wife and new daughter. Jerrod Bordi ‘97 Jerrod is currently working as a High School Assistant Principal at Porterville High School in Porterville, CA. He has been an Administrator for the last 4 years and is finishing a second Masters Degree in Education with a double emphasis in Educational Leadership and Curriculum/Instruction. Kristy McCaffery ‘98 Kristy has been working for the Hayward Area Recreation & Park District in the Sports Office for 10 years. In the spring, Kristy will start her 14th season of coaching softball at Moreau and her 18th season in the program.
Police officer, Matt Warren ‘03 and Corine Perez traveled to Europe.
Submit YOUR Mariner Wave update to: Dani Lorta ‘89, Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator dlorta@moreaucatholic.org
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Michelle Thomas ‘01 Michelle graduated from UC Davis in 2005 with a degree in Political Science. She has been a District Representative for State Senate Majority Leader Ellen Corbett for the last three years and just completed her Master’s in Public Administration from California State University, East Bay. While vacationing this summer in Maui she became engaged to David Shaw. They plan to wed in 2012.
REUNION Recap
WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE all alumni to participate in their respective class reunions! The class reunions serve as a great place to: • • • •
Catch up with former friends and fellow alumni Network with a friendly and familiar crowd Share stories of your days at Moreau Catholic High School Have a night out with cocktails and great food, handpicked by your class reunion leader
See MORE PICTURES from the reunions at moreaucatholic.org/classreunions.
Jon-Paul Navarro ‘03 In June, Jon-Paul graduated from the Engineer Captain’s Career Course in Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri, earning a distinguished graduate award. In September, Captain Navarro assumed command of the United States Army’s 86th Engineer Dive Detachment, based in Ft. Eustis, Virginia.
Class of ‘81 30-Year Class Reunion Hilton Oakland Airport Saturday, October 8, 2011 Over 60 alumni and guests attended. Kudos to Denise (Howard) Valdez for all her hard work! Special guest: Peter Peabody
Angela Mastrantonio ‘03 Angela and Rachel Schaffner ‘03 completed the Big Sur Half Marathon in Monterey, CA, in November. They trained for 10 weeks and were very proud to have run the race to the finish line. Rachel moved back from New York this summer and inspired Angela to run with her. Rachel is now training to run a full marathon in March, but Angela has decided to stick with half-marathons for now.
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Class of ‘96 15-Year Class Reunion Mandala Lounge, San Mateo Friday, November 25, 2011 Over 40 alumni attended. Many thanks to Stephanie (Nethercott) Ubungen for organizing a fabulous celebration.
CONNECT
2012 Events Calendar January 27-28 10th Anniversary Dance Gala 7 pm Teves Theatre tickets online at moreaucatholic.org/gala
Michael Meniktas ‘76 and guest listened to President Terry Lee describe the update to the Teves Theatre.
February 11
Alumni Baseball Game 9:00 am at Moreau Baseball Field
February 17
Alumni Speaker Day #2
February 25
Alumnae Softball Game 9:00 am at Standley Field, Hayward
March 16
Funding Hopes and Dreams Luncheon 11:30 am at Hilton Newark
April 27
Alumni Speaker Day #3
Reunion planning is underway for the classes of: ‘72, ‘77, ‘82, ‘87, ‘92, ‘97, ‘02, ‘07 For more information contact: Dani Lorta ‘89, Kathi (Rossi) Mooney ‘76, Daryl Uchikura ‘76 and Nancy Bevilacqua ‘76 were all smiles.
Class of ‘76 35-Year Class Reunion
Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Coordinator dlorta@moreaucatholic.org 510.881.4300
Moreau Catholic High School Saturday, August 20, 2011 Over 125 alumni and guests attended Kudos to Vanessa Puniak for all her hard work organizing the event. Classmates socialized with past faculty and staff: Janita Gee, Ray Breves, Peter Peabody, Bernie Puccini and Phil White.
Class of ‘71 40-Year Class Reunion Skywest Golf Course Saturday, November 15, 2011 Over 65 alumni and guests attended. Many thanks to Steve Avolicino for organizing the event. Special guest included former teacher, Mike Geib. Winter ‘12 | The Vector
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All proceeds benefit the Brother Gary Stone, CSC Scholarship Fund